That time when VITO BRATTA was courted by both OZZY OSBOURNE and KISS
Guitar World magazine has published an interview with former WHITE LION guitarist Vito Bratta in which he details his close encounter with both OZZY OSBOURNE and KISS in the early 1980s.
Here's an excerpt from the interview:
"Unfurling his next revelation, Bratta continues, "But that wasn't the only opportunity I had - I have to tell you about the Kiss thing that happened after Ace Frehley left the band."
Of course, we know that after Frehley exited Kiss's orbit, Richie Sambora, Doug Aldrich and Michael Kelly Smith were considered for the role before the band settled on Vinnie Vincent. But, Bratta, with his irrepressible attitude and fiery licks, was considered, too.
I knew they were there, and I just did my thing, which included walking out and doing a half-an-hour guitar solo right in front of their faces.
"My cover band had two guitar players," Bratta recalls. "There was another guy named Ace and me. He had the Ace Frehley hair and did the whole pentatonic thing. He was nothing like me [laughs]. But he did go out to California to audition when Ace [Frehley] left Kiss. And they must have liked him because when he came back to New York, Paul [Stanley] and Gene [Simmons] showed up at the clubs we were playing to see him live."
Laughing, Bratta recalls how he not-so-subtly inserted himself into Kiss's post-Spaceman conversation.
"I guess they liked the other guy," he shrugs. "They came out to see him, right? So, I knew they were there, and I just did my thing, which included walking out and doing a half-an-hour guitar solo right in front of their faces."
Not surprisingly, Stanley and Simmons were impressed - even though Bratta was an entirely different animal than Frehley. Moreover, Vinnie Vincent had not yet polarized the duo regarding all things shred. That is to say, their minds were perhaps a bit blown.
"Long story short, I stole the show," Bratta laughs. "I get off stage, and Paul and Gene want to talk to me. They think I'd be 'perfect for Kiss,' probably because I was doing all this modern stuff they'd been missing. I was doing the tapping, and all that, which they liked. So, they said, 'Hey, we like you. We think you'd be perfect for Kiss. Would you consider playing a Les Paul?"
Here's some vintage WHITE LION recorded live in 1988:
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Published 25 March 2025 at 21:51
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Published 25 March 2025 at 21:36
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Published 15 March 2025 at 13:54
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Published 6 December 2024 at 08:55
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Published 16 October 2024 at 11:13
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Published 9 October 2024 at 10:45
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Published 8 September 2024 at 14:29
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Published 24 August 2024 at 14:11
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Published 24 August 2024 at 13:21
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Published 24 August 2024 at 13:20
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Published 23 August 2024 at 19:52
Classic Feature: Listen to the 1998 world premiere radio broadcast of KISS' 'Psycho Circus'In 1998, when KISS recorded and released their album 'Psycho Circus', the band was in a unique position both musically and culturally. This album marked the first time since 1979 that the original line-up of Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley, and Peter Criss worked together on a full studio album. However, we know now that the reunion was not as harmonious as it seemed then; the actual involvement of Frehley and Criss in the recording process was limited, with session musicians often stepping in, creating internal tensions. The album came at a time when KISS had experienced a resurgence in...
Published 23 August 2024 at 19:15
Classic Feature: When guitarist DICK WAGNER opened up on underrated ALICE COOPER album 'DaDa'The early 1980s were a turbulent period for ALICE COOPER, often referred to as his "blackout years." This term encapsulates the years from 1980 to 1983, a time when Cooper's career and personal life were engulfed in chaos due to severe alcohol and drug addiction. During those years, Cooper released four albums - 'Flush the Fashion' (1980), 'Special Forces' (1981), 'Zipper Catches Skin' (1982), and 'DaDa- (1983) - but they were marked by erratic performances, a lack of commercial success, and a fog of substance abuse that left the singer with little recollection of the era. Of these albums, 'DaDa' stands...
Published 21 August 2024 at 21:39
Classic Feature: When guitarist DICK WAGNER opened up on underrated ALICE COOPER album 'DaDa'The early 1980s were a turbulent period for ALICE COOPER, often referred to as his "blackout years." This term encapsulates the years from 1980 to 1983, a time when Cooper's career and personal life were engulfed in chaos due to severe alcohol and drug addiction. During those years, Cooper released four albums - 'Flush the Fashion' (1980), 'Special Forces' (1981), 'Zipper Catches Skin' (1982), and 'DaDa- (1983) - but they were marked by erratic performances, a lack of commercial success, and a fog of substance abuse that left the singer with little recollection of the era. Of these albums, 'DaDa' stands...
Published 21 August 2024 at 20:00
Brandnew exclusive THE CRYPT merchandise bundles available in our store now!Hot new merchandise bundles available from the HOTTEST new band around: THE CRYPT! These are the perfect gifts for yourself or the headbanger in the life - check it out now! ORDER HERE
Published 18 August 2024 at 13:56
Brandnew exclusive THE CRYPT merchandise bundles available in our store now!Hot new merchandise bundles available from the HOTTEST new band around: THE CRYPT! These are the perfect gifts for yourself or the headbanger in the life - check it out now! ORDER HERE
Published 18 August 2024 at 13:44
ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS pass 1.000.000 subscribers on YouTube!(Photo: Joseph Carlucci) We are happy to announce that U.S. social media sensation ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS (AMH) have just passed the 1 million mark of subscribers on their main YouTube channel AMH Band . As is customary, the band was recently awarded the coveted Golden Play button: YouTube has over 100 million channels as of January, 2024. Less than 60,000 channels worldwide have 1 million subscribers or more. If you have missed this exciting band so far, you may be late to the party, but it's never too late to discover exciting new music! Love music that rocks hard...
Published 14 August 2024 at 14:54
ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS pass 1.000.000 subscribers on YouTube!(Photo: Joseph Carlucci) We are happy to announce that U.S. social media sensation ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS (AMH) have just passed the 1 million mark of subscribers on their main YouTube channel AMH Band . As is customary, the band was recently awarded the coveted Golden Play button: YouTube has over 100 million channels as of January, 2024. Less than 60,000 channels worldwide have 1 million subscribers or more. If you have missed this exciting band so far, you may be late to the party, but it's never too late to discover exciting new music! Love music that rocks hard...
Published 14 August 2024 at 14:35
Welcome to VISIONS OF ATLANTIS in the new ROCK KOMMANDER mobile gameVisions of Atlantis now appear in the free ROCK KOMMANDER mobile game! Start playing Rock Kommander today, complete the Visions Of Atlantis Backstage Event tasks, and add Clémentine Delauney to your line-up! The pirates of VISIONS OF ATLANTIS have taken listeners on their heaviest symphonic adventure yet with their new studio album, titled "Pirates II - Armada", released on July 5, 2024 via Napalm Records. The successor to their high-charting previous release, "Pirates" (2022), is set as high as the waves cresting the Jolly Roger - taking everything that has been achieved to date to another level. With the second chapter...
Published 9 August 2024 at 20:28
Welcome to VISIONS OF ATLANTIS in the new ROCK KOMMANDER mobile gameVisions of Atlantis now appear in the free ROCK KOMMANDER mobile game! Start playing Rock Kommander today, complete the Visions Of Atlantis Backstage Event tasks, and add Clémentine Delauney to your line-up! The pirates of VISIONS OF ATLANTIS have taken listeners on their heaviest symphonic adventure yet with their new studio album, titled "Pirates II - Armada", released on July 5, 2024 via Napalm Records. The successor to their high-charting previous release, "Pirates" (2022), is set as high as the waves cresting the Jolly Roger - taking everything that has been achieved to date to another level. With the second chapter...
Published 9 August 2024 at 20:07
Brandnew exclusive HOUSE OF DOOM bundle available in our store now!Brandnew exclusive bundle available in our store now: HOUSE OF DOOM Limited art print poster + free bonus 10" vinyl single ft. CANDLEMASS & GHOST Order now, only 50 numbered copies available! ORDER HERE
Published 7 August 2024 at 15:22
Brandnew exclusive HOUSE OF DOOM bundle available in our store now!Brandnew exclusive bundle available in our store now: HOUSE OF DOOM Limited art print poster + free bonus 10" vinyl single ft. CANDLEMASS & GHOST Order now, only 50 numbered copies available! ORDER HERE
Published 7 August 2024 at 15:13
TEST PLAYER!On Saturday June 29th 2024, ANNIHILATOR will play a ONCE IN A LIFETIME SHOW FOR YOU! ONE LIVE STREAM SHOW. NO REPEATS OR DOWNLOADS. WATCH AND HEAR THE BAND, w/ Stu Block on vocals (honoring the fallen RANDY RAMPAGE), PLAY THE ENTIRE 'ALICE IN HELL' record PLUS some more greatest hits, a bonus ALICE documentary and never-seen before stuff! 'ALICE IN HELL', Annihilator's debut album, was released 1989 and was the first record on Roadrunner Records to go "GOLD"! 17 studio records, millions in sales, over 30 tours with bands like Judas Priest, Pantera and many more & countless headline festival...
Published 6 August 2024 at 11:41
TOMORROW! Don't miss the exclusive ANNIHILATOR live-stream direct from the U.K. to your device.....On Saturday June 29th 2024, ANNIHILATOR will play a ONCE IN A LIFETIME SHOW FOR YOU! ONE LIVE STREAM SHOW. NO REPEATS OR DOWNLOADS. WATCH AND HEAR THE BAND, w/ Stu Block on vocals (honoring the fallen RANDY RAMPAGE), PLAY THE ENTIRE 'ALICE IN HELL' record PLUS some more greatest hits, a bonus ALICE documentary and never-seen before stuff! 'ALICE IN HELL', Annihilator's debut album, was released 1989 and was the first record on Roadrunner Records to go "GOLD"! 17 studio records, millions in sales, over 30 tours with bands like Judas Priest, Pantera and many more & countless headline festival...
Published 28 June 2024 at 20:08
TOMORROW! Don't miss the exclusive ANNIHILATOR live-stream direct from the U.K. to your device.....On Saturday June 29th 2024, ANNIHILATOR will play a ONCE IN A LIFETIME SHOW FOR YOU! ONE LIVE STREAM SHOW. NO REPEATS OR DOWNLOADS. WATCH AND HEAR THE BAND, w/ Stu Block on vocals (honoring the fallen RANDY RAMPAGE), PLAY THE ENTIRE 'ALICE IN HELL' record PLUS some more greatest hits, a bonus ALICE documentary and never-seen before stuff! 'ALICE IN HELL', Annihilator's debut album, was released 1989 and was the first record on Roadrunner Records to go "GOLD"! 17 studio records, millions in sales, over 30 tours with bands like Judas Priest, Pantera and many more & countless headline festival...
Published 28 June 2024 at 19:57
New Jeff Waters radio-interview on AMERIKAN KAOS available for streaming nowThis week a lengthy AMERIKAN KAOS radio interview with Jeff Waters premiered on the Faroe Islands' legendary Rock/Heavy program RagnarRokk, to be streamed from anywhere right now. RagnarRokk is broadcast on the Faroe Islands National Radio "Kringvarp Føroya". RagnarRokk episode ##386 "PAIN & Amerikan Kaos" features: Interview with Jeff Waters Amerikan Kaos-ARMAGEDDON BOOGIE (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-PULL THE WOOL (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-PASADENA FOUR (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-ROLL ON DOWN THE HIGHWAY (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-WAIT FOR ME (IN HEAVEN) (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-LET IT GO (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-OUR LOVE SONG (Metal Department) You can listen to the full interview...
Published 20 June 2024 at 10:53
New Jeff Waters radio-interview on AMERIKAN KAOS available for streaming nowThis week a lengthy AMERIKAN KAOS radio interview with Jeff Waters premiered on the Faroe Islands' legendary Rock/Heavy program RagnarRokk, to be streamed from anywhere right now. RagnarRokk is broadcast on the Faroe Islands National Radio "Kringvarp Føroya". RagnarRokk episode ##386 "PAIN & Amerikan Kaos" features: Interview with Jeff Waters Amerikan Kaos-ARMAGEDDON BOOGIE (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-PULL THE WOOL (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-PASADENA FOUR (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-ROLL ON DOWN THE HIGHWAY (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-WAIT FOR ME (IN HEAVEN) (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-LET IT GO (Metal Department) Amerikan Kaos-OUR LOVE SONG (Metal Department) You can listen to the full interview...
Published 20 June 2024 at 10:42
AMERIKAN KAOS single released tomorrow, June 14thTomorrow, June 14th, will see the release of the first single of the debut AMERIKAN KAOS album. The A-side track is the first track from the album, "My Little Devil", and this is a song Jeff Waters wrote about his wife. The AA-side track is a cover-version of BACHMAN-TURNER OVERDRIVE's classic hit from 1974, "Roll On Down The Highway". Both tracks are special radio edit versions, different to the ones that are included on the 'Armageddon Boogie' album. The 2 tracks will be available on all major streaming platforms. There's also going to be a limited edition 7" vinyl record, which...
Published 13 June 2024 at 23:29
AMERIKAN KAOS single released tomorrow, June 14thTomorrow, June 14th, will see the release of the first single of the debut AMERIKAN KAOS album. The A-side track is the first track from the album, "My Little Devil", and this is a song Jeff Waters wrote about his wife. The AA-side track is a cover-version of BACHMAN-TURNER OVERDRIVE's classic hit from 1974, "Roll On Down The Highway". Both tracks are special radio edit versions, different to the ones that are included on the 'Armageddon Boogie' album. The 2 tracks will be available on all major streaming platforms. There's also going to be a limited edition 7" vinyl record, which...
Published 13 June 2024 at 23:27
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Published 8 June 2024 at 13:50
COMING NEXT WEEK!Watch this space! Coming next week....... ##jeffwaters ##annihilator ##amerikankaos ##armageddonboogie ##hardrock ##metaldepartment
Published 8 June 2024 at 13:47
THE CRYPT's debut album 'The Crypt' is released today, May 25th 2024It's been a long wait but it finally happened - THE CRYPT's debut album is finally released! Within the Swedish heavy metal community, Leif Edling is revered as one of its most prolific songwriters. Alongside his renowned work with Candlemass, he has also spearheaded projects like Krux and Avatarium, showcasing his enduring creativity. When news broke of his direct involvement in yet another band, speculation soon ran rampant within the community. That band is The Crypt, based out of Stockholm, Sweden. With a concept centered around a metal priestess, The Crypt's debut album delves into themes of darkness, death, and the...
Published 25 May 2024 at 09:35
THE CRYPT's debut album 'The Crypt' is released today, May 25th 2024It's been a long wait but it finally happened - THE CRYPT's debut album is finally released! Within the Swedish heavy metal community, Leif Edling is revered as one of its most prolific songwriters. Alongside his renowned work with Candlemass, he has also spearheaded projects like Krux and Avatarium, showcasing his enduring creativity. When news broke of his direct involvement in yet another band, speculation soon ran rampant within the community. That band is The Crypt, based out of Stockholm, Sweden. With a concept centered around a metal priestess, The Crypt's debut album delves into themes of darkness, death, and the...
Published 25 May 2024 at 09:24
JEFF TALKS Pt. 7! ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters talks BIG BALLAD in "WAIT FOR ME (In Heaven)"ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters dives deep into the track "WAIT FOR ME (In Heaven)" off the debut AMERIKAN KAOS album 'Armageddon Boogie'. In this 7th short video from his studio you can hear Jeff talking about: - How he feels about writing ballads - How writing ballads helped him financially for 10 years - What this very emotional ballad is really about If you watch this series of (mostly) short videos you will have better understanding of what AMERIKAN KAOS is all about - and what to expect on the upcoming next 2 albums, to be released in 2025 and 2026, respectively....
Published 14 May 2024 at 15:15
JEFF TALKS Pt. 7! ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters talks BIG BALLAD in "WAIT FOR ME (In Heaven)"ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters dives deep into the track "WAIT FOR ME (In Heaven)" off the debut AMERIKAN KAOS album 'Armageddon Boogie'. In this 7th short video from his studio you can hear Jeff talking about: - How he feels about writing ballads - How writing ballads helped him financially for 10 years - What this very emotional ballad is really about If you watch this series of (mostly) short videos you will have better understanding of what AMERIKAN KAOS is all about - and what to expect on the upcoming next 2 albums, to be released in 2025 and 2026, respectively....
Published 14 May 2024 at 15:02
THE CRYPT invites to debut album release-party in Stockholm, SwedenNotice directly from THE CRYPT: "Finally, it's time for it to be reborn and see the light of day: The Crypt's mythic debut album. After being a piece of work few have heard, but many heard about, it's time to release the masterpiece, written by Leif Edling and produced by Marcus Jidell for public listening - and we want to do it with YOU! You are purgatory-warmly welcome to Mammut Bar (Västerlånggatan 60, Gamla Stan) on May 22nd at 7:00 PM and onwards where we will listen to the album, drink a few beers and have a fantastic evening." THE CRYPT...
Published 9 May 2024 at 18:35
THE CRYPT invites to debut album release-party in Stockholm, SwedenNotice directly from THE CRYPT: "Finally, it's time for it to be reborn and see the light of day: The Crypt's mythic debut album. After being a piece of work few have heard, but many heard about, it's time to release the masterpiece, written by Leif Edling and produced by Marcus Jidell for public listening - and we want to do it with YOU! You are purgatory-warmly welcome to Mammut Bar (Västerlånggatan 60, Gamla Stan) on May 22nd at 7:00 PM and onwards where we will listen to the album, drink a few beers and have a fantastic evening." THE CRYPT...
Published 9 May 2024 at 18:29
JEFF WATERS ‘Talk Pt. 6’ video, Jeff talks about meeting his wife in the song “My Little Devil”ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters dives deep into the track "My Little Devil" off the debut AMERIKAN KAOS album 'Armageddon Boogie'. In this 6th short video recorded at his studio you can hear Jeff talking about: - How he met his wife and how she inspired the song - Is that Beyonce singing backing on the track? If you watch this series of (mostly) short videos you will have better understanding of what AMERIKAN KAOS is all about - and what to expect on the upcoming next 2 albums, to be released in 2025 and 2026, respectively. Check back here in a couple...
Published 9 May 2024 at 18:19
JEFF WATERS ‘Talk Pt. 6’ video, Jeff talks about meeting his wife in the song “My Little Devil”ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters dives deep into the track "My Little Devil" off the debut AMERIKAN KAOS album 'Armageddon Boogie'. In this 6th short video recorded at his studio you can hear Jeff talking about: - How he met his wife and how she inspired the song - Is that Beyonce singing backing on the track? If you watch this series of (mostly) short videos you will have better understanding of what AMERIKAN KAOS is all about - and what to expect on the upcoming next 2 albums, to be released in 2025 and 2026, respectively. Check back here in a couple...
Published 9 May 2024 at 18:18
JEFF WATERS ‘Talk Pt. 5’ video, all about Jeff’s love for BACHMAN-TURNER OVERDRIVEIn this 5th short video from his studio you can hear Jeff Waters explaining all about the only cover-song on 'Armageddon Boogie': ROLL ON DOWN THE HIGHWAY (Bachman-Turner Overdrive) An all-Canadian anthemic Rocker that was originally featured on BTO's 1974 classic album 'Not Fragile'. If you watch this series of videos you will have better understanding of what AMERIKAN KAOS is all about - and what to expect on the upcoming next 2 albums, to be released in 2025 and 2026, respectively. Check back here in a couple of days for more of 'JEFF TALKS'! Watch full video here: Listen to...
Published 6 May 2024 at 22:14
JEFF WATERS ‘Talk Pt. 5’ video, all about Jeff’s love for BACHMAN-TURNER OVERDRIVEIn this 5th short video from his studio you can hear Jeff Waters explaining all about the only cover-song on 'Armageddon Boogie': ROLL ON DOWN THE HIGHWAY (Bachman-Turner Overdrive) An all-Canadian anthemic Rocker that was originally featured on BTO's 1974 classic album 'Not Fragile'. If you watch this series of videos you will have better understanding of what AMERIKAN KAOS is all about - and what to expect on the upcoming next 2 albums, to be released in 2025 and 2026, respectively. Check back here in a couple of days for more of 'JEFF TALKS'! Watch full video here: Listen to...
Published 6 May 2024 at 22:07
New THE CRYPT interview published by KAAOSZINE on 2nd of May of 2024Photo: Bianca Sand Up-and-coming Swedish metal sensation THE CRYPT is featured in a new interview by Finnish magazine KAAOSZINE. Here's a small excerpt from the interview: "Question: The story of The Crypt began in 2021. Could you tell us a little bit about where you got the inspiration for the band and how you got the legendary Leif Edling on board? Did the vision for the band come from you and did the idea run for a long time before you finally decided to implement it? Pepper Potemkin: Actually, the story started earlier. We started recording the album at the end...
Published 3 May 2024 at 15:56
New THE CRYPT interview published by KAAOSZINE on 2nd of May of 2024Up-and-coming Swedish metal sensation THE CRYPT is featured in a new interview by Finnish magazine KAAOSZINE. Here's a small excerpt from the interview: "Question: The story of The Crypt began in 2021. Could you tell us a little bit about where you got the inspiration for the band and how you got the legendary Leif Edling on board? Did the vision for the band come from you and did the idea run for a long time before you finally decided to implement it? Pepper Potemkin: Actually, the story started earlier. We started recording the album at the end of 2019. It...
Published 3 May 2024 at 15:52
JEFF TALKS Pt. 4! ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters pays tribute to VAN HALEN: The Pasadena FourANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters dives deep into the details of this heartfelt tribute that he recorded for VAN HALEN, titled 'The Pasadena Four'. It comes of the debut AMERIKAN KAOS album, 'Armageddon Boogie', just released now! In this 4th short video from his studio you can hear Jeff talking about: VAN HALEN! If you watch this series of videos you will have better understanding of what AMERIKAN KAOS is all about - and what to expect on the upcoming next 2 albums, to be released in 2025 and 2026, respectively. Check back here in a couple of days for more of 'JEFF...
Published 2 May 2024 at 15:39
JEFF TALKS Pt. 4! ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters pays tribute to VAN HALEN: The Pasadena FourANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters dives deep into the details of this heartfelt tribute that he recorded for VAN HALEN, titled 'The Pasadena Four'. It comes of the debut AMERIKAN KAOS album, 'Armageddon Boogie', just released now! In this 4th short video from his studio you can hear Jeff talking about: VAN HALEN! If you watch this series of videos you will have better understanding of what AMERIKAN KAOS is all about - and what to expect on the upcoming next 2 albums, to be released in 2025 and 2026, respectively. Check back here in a couple of days for more of 'JEFF...
Published 2 May 2024 at 15:25
Jeff Waters of AMERIKAN KAOS speaks in 'Talk Pt. 3' on the production of 'Armageddon Boogie'AMERIKAN KAOS 'Armageddon Boogie' is the first part in a new Trilogy recorded by ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters. In this 3rd short video from his studio you can hear Jeff talking about: - Is the cover made by AI (Artificial Intelligence)? - Who made the cover artwork? - Who engineered the album? - Who mixed the album and what is mixing anyway? - Who mastered Part 1, 'Armageddon Boogie' - Why is mastering so important for a record? - Why should you keep listening to the Trilogy? If you watch this series of videos you will have better understanding of what AMERIKAN...
Published 1 May 2024 at 14:16
Jeff Waters of AMERIKAN KAOS speaks in 'Talk Pt. 3' on the production of 'Armageddon Boogie'AMERIKAN KAOS 'Armageddon Boogie' is the first part in a new Trilogy recorded by ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters. In this 3rd short video from his studio you can hear Jeff talking about: - Is the cover made by AI (Artificial Intelligence)? - Who made the cover artwork? - Who engineered the album? - Who mixed the album and what is mixing anyway? - Who mastered Part 1, 'Armageddon Boogie' - Why is mastering so important for a record? - Why should you keep listening to the Trilogy? If you watch this series of videos you will have better understanding of what AMERIKAN...
Published 1 May 2024 at 14:13
Jeff Waters speaks in 'Talk Pt. 2' on the reasons for making the AMERIKAN KAOS TrilogyAMERIKAN KAOS 'Armageddon Boogie' is the first part in a new Trilogy recorded by ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters. In this 2nd casual video Jeff talks about: - Why does this project not sound a lot like ANNIHILATOR? - What's so cool about Jeff's own recording studio? - How did the songwriting for "Armageddon Boogie" come about? - The process behind picking drummer Brian Tichy - How did producer Mike Fraser become involved? - How did Jeff pick the particular sound on "Armageddon Boogie"? - What was the process in coming up with vocalist Chandler Mogel? - Who is doing back-up vocals on...
Published 28 April 2024 at 11:44
Jeff Waters speaks in 'Talk Pt. 2' on the reasons for making the AMERIKAN KAOS TrilogyAMERIKAN KAOS 'Armageddon Boogie' is the first part in a new Trilogy recorded by ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters. In this 2nd casual video Jeff talks about: - Why does this project not sound a lot like ANNIHILATOR? - What's so cool about Jeff's own recording studio? - How did the songwriting for "Armageddon Boogie" come about? - The process behind picking drummer Brian Tichy - How did producer Mike Fraser become involved? - How did Jeff pick the particular sound on "Armageddon Boogie"? - What was the process in coming up with vocalist Chandler Mogel? - Who is doing back-up vocals on...
Published 28 April 2024 at 11:35
Jeff Waters speaks in 'Talk Pt. 1' on the beginnings of the AMERIKAN KAOS TrilogyAMERIKAN KAOS' 'Armageddon Boogie' is the first part in a new Trilogy recorded by ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters. In the below video you can hear Jeff himself talk about the following topics: - Why doing a solo-project outside of ANNIHILATOR? - Why going with a smaller label like Metal Department? - Which styles of music are on offer here? - Who designed the artwork? - Business hassles in doing a solo-project - What is the ROCK KOMMANDER game and how does it tie in? - Who is playing on the albums? If you watch this video you will have a much better...
Published 27 April 2024 at 13:30
Jeff Waters speaks in 'Talk Pt. 1' on the beginnings of the AMERIKAN KAOS TrilogyAMERIKAN KAOS' 'Armageddon Boogie' is the first part in a new Trilogy recorded by ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters. In the below video you can hear Jeff himself talk about the following topics: - Why doing a solo-project outside of ANNIHILATOR? - Why going with a smaller label like Metal Department? - Which styles of music are on offer here? - Who designed the artwork? - Business hassles in doing a solo-project - What is the ROCK KOMMANDER game and how does it tie in? - Who is playing on the albums? If you watch this video you will have a much better...
Published 27 April 2024 at 13:20
ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters release AMERIKAN KAOS "Armageddon Boogie" - Pt. 1 in a TrilogyStep into the electrifying realm of AMERIKAN KAOS where the spirit of rock and the thrill of rebellion collide. "Armageddon Boogie", the inaugural anthem of this audacious musical journey, beckons you to a world where the beats are fearless and every note echoes the call for a sonic revolution. Embrace the chaos, ride the riffs, and let the uprising begin! On April 26th, 2024 Metal Department is releasing the debut album from AMERIKAN KAOS, "Armageddon Boogie". AMERIKAN KAOS is the secret love child of guitar virtuoso JEFF WATERS (best known from Annihilator), which he has been working on since 2019. Amerikan...
Published 26 April 2024 at 18:58
ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters release AMERIKAN KAOS "Armageddon Boogie" - Pt. 1 in a TrilogyStep into the electrifying realm of AMERIKAN KAOS where the spirit of rock and the thrill of rebellion collide. "Armageddon Boogie", the inaugural anthem of this audacious musical journey, beckons you to a world where the beats are fearless and every note echoes the call for a sonic revolution. Embrace the chaos, ride the riffs, and let the uprising begin! On April 26th, 2024 Metal Department is releasing the debut album from AMERIKAN KAOS, "Armageddon Boogie". AMERIKAN KAOS is the secret love child of guitar virtuoso JEFF WATERS (best known from Annihilator), which he has been working on since 2019. Amerikan...
Published 26 April 2024 at 18:58
ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS appear in new mobile game ROCK KOMMANDERIt's live! Download now, play for free & experience the adventures of the AMH boys in the new game - lots of fun! Adam and the Metal Hawks in Rock Kommander! The AMH Backstage event just dropped Make Adam the lead singer of your band! Complete all the AMH Backstage tasks for exclusive rewards and activate your Backstage pass for extra loot! Download Rock Kommander now! iOS Android Rock Kommander - The Game for the Rock and Metal Community With the launch of their self titled debut album in April of 2020, it didnt take long for their online videos and...
Published 20 April 2024 at 09:16
ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS appear in new mobile game ROCK KOMMANDERIt's live! Download now, play for free & experience the adventures of the AMH boys in the new game - lots of fun! Adam and the Metal Hawks in Rock Kommander! The AMH Backstage event just dropped Make Adam the lead singer of your band! Complete all the AMH Backstage tasks for exclusive rewards and activate your Backstage pass for extra loot! Download Rock Kommander now! iOS Android Rock Kommander - The Game for the Rock and Metal Community With the launch of their self titled debut album in April of 2020, it didnt take long for their online videos and...
Published 20 April 2024 at 08:59
ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS' album 'Hurry Up And Wait' now available on vinyl!(Photo: Joseph Carlucci) We are happy to announce that U.S. social media sensation ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS' (AMH) new album 'Hurry Up And Wait' is now available to order as a limited edition LP, pressed on yellow vinyl. Love music that rocks hard and makes you wanna throw your fists in the air and sing along?? Look no further: ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS has you covered, and then some. With the launch of their self titled debut album in April of 2020, it didnt take long for their online videos and social media madness to draw the attention of...
Published 12 April 2024 at 14:57
ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS' album 'Hurry Up And Wait' now available on vinyl!(Photo: Joseph Carlucci) We are happy to announce that U.S. social media sensation ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS' (AMH) new album 'Hurry Up And Wait' is now available to order as a limited edition on yellow vinyl. Love music that rocks hard and makes you wanna throw your fists in the air and sing along?? Look no further: ADAM AND THE METAL HAWKS has you covered, and then some. With the launch of their self titled debut album in April of 2020, it didnt take long for their online videos and social media madness to draw the attention of over 6...
Published 12 April 2024 at 14:34
THE CRYPT releases new single, "Mistress Of Fire"Up-and-coming Swedish metal band THE CRYPT has just released their 3rd single, "Mistress Of Fire". "Mistress Of Fire" is a track off the debut album 'The Crypt', which will be released on May 25th 2024 through Metal Department. The video for the latest single was filmed by Mike McKenzie. The Crypt will be performing in concert next at The Silja Rock Cruise between Stockholm (Sweden) and Helsingfors (Finland) in April of 2024. LISTEN HERE You can watch the official video here:
Published 11 April 2024 at 13:53
CANDLEMASS reschedule Swedish gigs for Spring 2024Swedish Doom Metal masters CANDLEMASS unfortunately had to cancel February's sold out Swedish shows in Gothenburg and Malmoe due to illness in the family, as it was reported then. Now the 2 canceled dates have been rescheduled and the band will now perform in Malmö on Friday April 19th and in Gothenburg on Saturday April 20th. Already purchased tickets for the 2 original shows will be valid for the new dates. In addition to this, CANDLEMASS will perform a sold out show in Stockholm this coming Saturday, March 9th. At all 3 shows the bands will celebrate the 35th anniversary of...
Published 8 March 2024 at 14:09
CANDLEMASS reschedule Swedish gigs for Spring 2024Swedish Doom Metal masters CANDLEMASS unfortunately had to cancel February's sold out Swedish shows in Gothenburg and Malmoe due to illness in the family, as it was reported then. Now the 2 canceled dates have been rescheduled and the band will now perform in Malmö on Friday April 19th and in Gothenburg on Saturday April 20th. Already purchased tickets for the 2 original shows will be valid for the new dates. In addition to this, CANDLEMASS will perform a sold out show in Stockholm this coming Saturday, March 9th. At all 3 shows the bands will celebrate the 35th anniversary of...
Published 8 March 2024 at 14:03
THE CRYPT releases new single, "I Love The Darkness"Up-and-coming Swedish metal band THE CRYPT has just released their 2nd single, "I Love The Darkness". The track is available for streaming now on all major platforms via the below link. The single is accompanied by another marvelous animated video created by Costin Chioreanu. The Crypt introduced themselves to the world with the release of their first single and video "Into The Crypt", back in 2021. However, the pandemic hindered the band's ability to perform live or engage in further activities at that time. The band's debut album will finally be released in May of 2024. "I Love The Darkness" will...
Published 17 February 2024 at 09:31
THE CRYPT releases new single, "I Love The Darkness"Up-and-coming Swedish metal band THE CRYPT has just released their 2nd single, "I Love The Darkness". The track is available for streaming now on all major platforms via the below link. The single is accompanied by another marvelous animated video created by Costin Chioreanu. The Crypt introduced themselves to the world with the release of their first single and video "Into The Crypt", back in 2021. However, the pandemic hindered the band's ability to perform live or engage in further activities at that time. The band's debut album will finally be released in May of 2024. "I Love The Darkness" will...
Published 17 February 2024 at 09:31
New CANDLEMASS items available in our store today, January 21stWe have some new CANDLEMASS items available in our webstore right now! 2 different sets of 3 x posters featuring killer artwork variations of the classic CANDLEMASS logo. Each set is limited to just 150 copies! These posters are just perfect for framing.... ORDER HERE
Published 21 January 2024 at 13:28
Ex KISS guitarist VINNIE VINCENT to charge members of his Facebook group $200 yearly feeFormer KISS guitarist VINNIE VINCENT has announced that he will start charging members of his Facebook group 'Official Vinnie Vincent Euphoria' a yearly $200 fee starting from 1st of February 2024. In a statement to the group members administrator Paul Runner explains the new cost: "Hey guys. Beginning February 1, 2024 EUPHORIA is changing to a paid membership site. $200 Annual fee. www.vinnievincent.com/shop It is a necessity to keep out the riff raff and to insure the safety and integrity of the fan core of this private club. There has been seveeral (sic) thousand people admitted in the last 3 months...
Published 30 December 2023 at 08:55
Ex KISS guitarist VINNIE VINCENT to charge members of his Facebook group $200 yearly feeFormer KISS guitarist VINNIE VINCENT has announced that he will start charging members of his Facebook group 'Official Vinnie Vincent Euphoria' a yearly $200 fee starting from 1st of February 2024. In a statement to the group members administrator Paul Runner explains the new cost: "Hey guys. Beginning February 1, 2024 EUPHORIA is changing to a paid membership site. $200 Annual fee. www.vinnievincent.com/shop It is a necessity to keep out the riff raff and to insure the safety and integrity of the fan core of this private club. There has been seveeral (sic) thousand people admitted in the last 3 months...
Published 30 December 2023 at 08:37
ANNIHILATOR posts announcement: "ALICE IN HELL 35 Year Anniversary Show" coming in 2024Official update posted by ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters on social media today December 22nd 2023: Ok, Metal World! First, ANNIHILATOR hope you all have a great holiday season. Be healthy, happy, good and crank good music! 2024 is THE YEAR OF ALICE: ALICE IN HELL. 35 years since its release and we will be celebrating with many of you for the year with merch, signature guitars, shows, events, catalogue re-issues, etc... and this will lead us into 2025, which is the anniversary of our biggest record: Never, Neverland. Alice will continue on with us, into 2025. Drummer RAY HARTMANN is back. Yup....
Published 22 December 2023 at 17:58
ANNIHILATOR posts announcement: "ALICE IN HELL 35 Year Anniversary Show" coming in 2024Official update posted by ANNIHILATOR's Jeff Waters on social media today December 22nd 2023: Ok, Metal World! First, ANNIHILATOR hope you all have a great holiday season. Be healthy, happy, good and crank good music! 2024 is THE YEAR OF ALICE: ALICE IN HELL. 35 years since its release and we will be celebrating with many of you for the year with merch, signature guitars, shows, events, catalogue re-issues, etc... and this will lead us into 2025, which is the anniversary of our biggest record: Never, Neverland. Alice will continue on with us, into 2025. Drummer RAY HARTMANN is back. Yup....
Published 22 December 2023 at 17:53
50 years ago today: KISS' Gene Simmons breathe fire on stage for the 1st timeToday December 21st 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of one of the great moments in rock'n'roll, the very first time Gene Simmons of KISS breathed fire on stage. It took place at the small club the Coventry in New York City, where KISS performed a double nighter at the end of December 1973, their final performances at that small club (capacity 300 people). But how did the idea first come about? It all started in the fall of 1973, when KISS manager Bill Aucion came up with the idea. Bill thought it would be a great on-stage stunt for the band's...
Published 21 December 2023 at 23:59
50 years ago today: KISS' Gene Simmons breathe fire on stage for the 1st timeToday December 21st 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of one of the great moments in rock'n'roll, the very first time Gene Simmons of KISS breathed fire on stage. It took place at the small club the Coventry in New York City, where KISS performed a double nighter at the end of December 1973, their final performances at that small club (capacity 300 people). But how did the idea first come about? It all started in the fall of 1973, when KISS manager Bill Aucion came up with the idea. Bill thought it would be a great on-stage stunt for the band's...
Published 21 December 2023 at 23:59
Original KISS drummer Peter Criss turns 78, born today December 20th 1945Happy birthday to the original Catman, PETER CRISS. Peter Criss, born George Peter John Criscuola on December 20th 1945, is an American drummer renowned for his pivotal role in the legendary rock band KISS. As one of the founding members, Criss contributed not only his exceptional drumming skills but also his distinct vocal style to the band's iconic sound. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Criss began his musical journey in various local bands before joining forces with Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, and Ace Frehley to form KISS in 1973. His stage persona, "The Catman" became an integral part of KISS's theatrical...
Published 20 December 2023 at 14:30
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