BLESS THE CHILD In Heavy Metal Time Machine!

Check out what Heavy Metal Time Machine had to say about the forthcoming album from Columbus death metal act, BLESS THE CHILD. 

What we've got here is a death metal band from Columbus, Ohio. And when I say death metal I mean "kick you in the balls, rip off your head and splatter your guts everywhere DEATH METAL".


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Paper Thin Disaster to Play 2011 Dirt Fest with Headliner All That Remains

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Paper Thin Disaster live at 2011 Dirt Fest! PRLog (Press Release) – Jul,3 2011 – 2011 Dirt Fest in Birch Run, Michigan will feature some of the top national and local acts rock and heavy metal have to offer. Columbus hardcore assault Paper Thin Disaster will make their Dirt Fest premiere Saturday August 13, 2011 with headliners All That Remains.

In addition to All That Remains, Paper Thin Disaster will share the stage other national touring acts such as Silverstein, Evans Blue, Hawthorne Heights, and Times Of Grace (featuring Jessie Leach and Adam Dutkiewicz of Killswitch Engage).

The five piece hardcore metal outfit from Columbus, Ohio entered the recording studio in October 2010. After months of dropping crushing singles on national radio stations and destroying live venues across the country, Paper Thin Disaster successfully released their debut album Feed The Machine June 7, 2011.

Hear their latest single and learn more about what you can expect from them at Dirt Fest 2011 at http://www.paperthindisaster.com.


Paper Thin Disaster’s album Feed The Machine, is available on iTunes, Amazon MP3, Rhapsody, CD Baby, and many more online stores. For more information, or to order physical CDs and merch, visit www.paperthindisaster.com.

Upcoming Dates
07/06/2011 Bernie's Columbus, OH
07/16/2011 The Seven Venue Columbus, OH
07/19/2011 Skully's Music Diner Columbus, OH
08/21/2011 Kobo Live  Columbus, OH

Paper Thin Disaster Line Up
Jameson Pack (Guitar)
Justin Bristol (Guitar)
Matt Marburger (Vocals)
David “Shakes” Bolin (Bass & Vocals)
Chaz Frazer (Drums)

View the complete Dirt Fest line up at http://dirtfest.com

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(614) 664-3491.

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Interview with 8lb Pressure!

After their set on Sunday June 12 at Alrosa Villa, I sat down with the members of 8lb Pressure to share their plans for the new album, details on upcoming shows, and more! Check it out below.

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Live Show Review: Motograter - Honoring of the Sun Tour

Tribal fury metalers MOTOGRATER played a spellbinding set Wednesday May 25th at O’Sheckys with openers Act of Violence and XFactor1. 

More vicious than ever before, the Motograter beast is back with a sweet tooth for heavy grinding, cranial drilling industrial metal. The jungle-like apocalyptic atmosphere rests in the dark spaciousness of the guitar riffs as Tyler and Nuke sync their strings perfectly with Twitch on the thunderous drums. Angel’s stirring vocals earmark the balance between cryptic pain-marked verses and sweet soaring, melodic choruses which accent the signature sound of pure evil coming from Mark Nosler on the motograter.*  

It was a nonstop party on stage and in the audience as fans were treated to back in the day favorites like Suffocate, Down, and Get Back. We also got a taste of the newest single Start A War, a song I can only describe as an unapologetic onslaught of rebellion and heavy metal aggression! Check out the full set list below and make sure to catch MOTOGRATER on the Honoring Of The Sun Tour coming to a city near you! 

I also had the amazing honor of interviewing Angel. That interview will be posted soon so stay tuned to Ear Candi Magazine for more information! 

*Credit to Bruce Butler, aka Grater, the creator of the motograter.

http://www.motograter.net/

http://www.reverbnation.com/motograter

I also had the amazing honor of interviewing Angel, that interview will be posted soon so stay tuned!

*Credit to Bruce Butler, aka Grater, the creator of the motograter.

Set List

Suffocate

Prophecies

Get Back

Wrong

Red

Salvation

Faceless

Down

New Design

Start A War

ACT OF VIOLENCE

XFACTOR1

MOTOGRATER!

Live Show Review: Andy Shaw Band at Rumba Cafe - Cinco de Mayo

For Rumba Cafe’s Cinco De Mayo celebration, Andy Shaw Band headlined an intimate evening of reggae tinged rock, bluegrass flavored folk rock, and something so mesmerizing from show openers from Joshua P. James and The Paper Planes I do not yet have a name for it. 

Starting the night off right, Joshua P. James and the Paper Planes warmed up the crowd with fall down joke jams, travelin’ tunes, vengeance songs, love ditty's, and a charming little waltz about water displacement. 

In Joshua’s voice you can pain, sorrow, redemption, laughter and joy as he executes soft melodies over simple chords. Evan on the kit and Brandon on the bass add ebb and flow to his smoky vocals that sound like a soulful combination of Johnny Cash, Darius Rucker and Xavier Rudd. 

With the Rumba performance being the 4th show played to date, I cannot wait to see what is next for these talented three. If you missed them May 7th at Oldfield's on 4th with J. R. Fisher and Them Labs make sure to catch them at the Singing Moon Records Festival June 4 at Woodland's Tavern in Columbus. 

Sporting festive sombreros, Lewis Brothers moved the crowd with vibrant bluegrass influenced, high energy folk rock. Armed with music made for dancing; this Chillicothe four piece performed a delightful collection of hip shaking covers and originals designed for our listening pleasure. 

Throughout the performance, Dennis Foreman kept the energy high with fast boppin' beats on the drum kit while brothers Russell, Richard, and Jeff swapped instruments, took turns leading vocals, and blended their voices together producing beautiful harmonies that embody the spirit brotherly love. 

A perfect prelude to Andy Shaw Band, The Lewis Brothers showcased outstanding instrumental talent with the versatile use of a stand up bass, mandolin, banjo, two guitars and lively percussion creating an extremely entertaining musical experience. 

The celebratory scent of Corona and lime perfumed the air as Andy Shaw Band teleported listeners to a simpler time; where the sweet sound of music flows from stage to crowd in a seamless kinetic energy bringing positive vibrations to all who bask in its presence. 

Like Andy says, “Who needs to feel anything that isn’t real.” 

And feel we certainly did! Composed of lead singer & guitarist Andy Shaw, Chris Shaw on drums and backing vocals, Jim Shaw on keys, Eric Zelinkski on Guitar and Matt Paetsch on Bass, the musical magnetism of Andy Shaw Band is an emotion all its own, marked by peace and love, conveyed through song and dance. 

ASB opened with the lovers rock groove We All Belong; an illuminating single from the new album Own Resolve about the power of people coming together through love. Like poetry in motion, original favorites such as Shuffleroo, Righteous Ones, and Own Resolve followed, offering a party platter of easy skanking rhythms accentuated by Andy’s gift for melody. 

Highlights of the night also included two tasty renditions of the Bob Marley classics, Could You Be Love and Kinky Reggae. Both covers and originals filled the cafe with positivity and irie vibrations in an intermix of folk, rock, and reggae. Featured solos from Andy & Eric on guitar and Matt on bass were also showcased throughout the set. 

Overall, an evening with Andy Shaw Band always equals a good time so if you are in the mood for some soul shakedown style reggae, rooted in rock, keep tabs on their upcoming tour dates by visiting http://www.andyshawband.com. 

I got a chance to catch up with lead singer Andy before the show to discuss the meaning behind the new album, musical influences and upcoming performances!

Check it out ☟

                  

Artist Interview: Ryan Mowry (Visions Of Sound)

Ryan Mowry's show of gig posters is bold and innovative. He peers deep into the soul of our image obsessed culture to create a visual history of our musically inclined world. In VISIONS OF SOUND, Ryan pays homage to four of his  favorite bands: Converge, GY!BE, High on Fire, and Wovenhand. It was great to get a chance to beyond the minimally colored surface and tap into the mind of Ryan Mowry before the opening night of his exhibit taking place Saturday, April 2, 2011 at What The Rock.

I would like to thank Ryan again for taking the time to do this interview.

Interview with Ryan Mowry

PH For someone who has never seen your art, describe in your own words, your style of art. How art reflects you and how you convey your sound through your visions.

RM My style is of limited color, high contrast, and a love for black and white! It's also a art forum that I can "arrest motion" with the viewer.

PH Can you tell me a little about the origin of the idea for Visions Of Sound. Why do you choose to focus on music through art as opposed to politics, nature, or another life experience?

RM I choose to focus on gig posters because faith and politics are a constant theme in my art. This time I really wanted to show case my love for the music.

PH  Much like music, art carries emotions, what emotions came up for you when you were creating the idea for Visions of Sound. Did you revert back to being in show audiences, or the first time you listened to a favorite song. Describe that experience.

RM Each piece for the show carries emotions that were taken from the music. For example, the Godspeed You Black Emperor image conveys a game of tension, with explosions of sound, and a mighty fall! Secondly, the Wovenhand image displays three finger 's (like a icon painting) which represents; the Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost. Thirdly the snake which is a icon of evil and temptation, and lastly the rooster for denial as cast in the Bible and Peter's denial of Christ.

PH Gig posters seem to be what you are most known for and truly enjoy. What was the first gig poster you did and what would be the ultimate gig poster for you to design?

RM The first gig poster I did was for my friends band, Wing and Tusk (highly recommended). As far as the ultimate gig poster, maybe one for Fugazi or the MC5?? Truth be told there are so many I would love to do!

PH Where can we purchase your work prior to the exhibit?

RM You can also purchase some of my prints before the show at www.etsy.com/shop/pencilplan


*Visions of Sound pays homage to four of Ryan's favorite bands: Converge, GY!BE, High on Fire, and Wovenhand. Exhibit will be on display from April 2-30. Tues-Thurs, 12-7 p.m.; Fri-Sat, 12-8 p.m.; Sun, 12-6 p.m. Gallery Hop reception: April 2, 6-8 p.m at What The Rock (Short North)                                                                     
Event Details

For more info on Ryan Mowry visit: www.etsy.com/shop/pencilplan
www.pencilplan.blogspot.com or email Ryan at pencilplan@gmail.com

Blog Spotlight: RadCulture - Your Ultimate Cure For Boredom

 

If you want to stay current on Columbus entertainment add RadCulture to your news feed, twitter, and Facebook!  Known as the ultimate cure for boredom, RadCulture is the brainchild of local cousins Brad and Adam Kripke.

The site slogan is “Things that are RAD written by Brad” which is exactly what you will find at RadCulture. Humorous, clever and insightful social commentary is executed by Brad, as well as informative news and straightforward reviews on everything from great happy hours, to the latest Iphone app, to the best places to hear live music in Columbus.  

When asked about the mission of RadCulture, co-founder Adam Kripke explained, “RadCulture's mission is simple, blog about things we think are RAD. Everyday you and I get emailed funny videos,  learn about fun games, see new tech gadgets, hear about a great band, or eat at an excellent restaurant. Our team simply takes the best of the best and blogs about it. Normally in order to learn about these new discoveries you need to visit multiple websites. We try to bring it all under one virtual roof. Since we are based in Columbus, Ohio we do our best to find the hidden gems in the community and inform our readers about it."

Recent RadCulture news includes “Kiss Killa,” the 92 year old woman who was arrested for shooting her neighbor's house after they got into an argument because he refused to give her a little “sugar”, reviews of Happy Hour at Bernard’s Tavern, The Teenager’s remix of the Vampire Weekend single “Cape Cod Kwassa Kwassa” and local indie rockers Harboring Ghosts. RadCulture has also produced a spring show guide featuring some of the best local performances coming this season.

If I had to pick my favorite aspect of the RadCulture blog, it would have to be the jingle! It features hilarious lyrics from none other than Brad, sounding like a mix between T-Pain and Jeffree Star comically singing about his hopes of the website getting people laid.

Funny, creative, informative, and definitely a fun cure for boredom, RadCulture is quickly becoming a favorite for finding the best in Columbus entertainment and social life. 

Bands: Get to Know J&S Media Group

J&S Media Group is an Ohio based booking company created to help independent bands realize their dreams of playing on national tour sets. With services that include booking, promotion, management, and media sales, J&S Media Group works with over a dozen bands from the area's of Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton.

“Basically we are trying to help local bands out by giving them a chance to play with some national touring bands.” said Jesse Kenney, J&S Media Group co-founder.

National acts include A Faylene Sky, Thoughts in Reverse, Side-Lined, and Dead Before Dawn.

With a sweet tooth for heavy metal and a passion for helping emerging artists, Jesse Kenney and Scott Wolf have created an interesting niche entertainment company that is already making quite an impact on local music scenes across the Midwest. If you are in a band and are in need of any promotion, booking, or management J&S Media Group is the company to contact!

Check out the J&S blog where an assortment of music, movies, social commentary, and pop culture are reviewed.

J&S MEDIA ON FACEBOOK

J&S MEDIA GROUP BLOG

UPCOMING SHOWS!

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The Latest Crave: Coveted Green

Coveted Green - a refreshing group of musicians out of Gahanna, Ohio, mix captivating vocals with a double shot of rock and serves it up with a side of pop to bring forth one of the most authentic sounds in alternative music.


Deja Vu is the heaviest track with pure metal guitar riffs and dark lyrics was even featured in Columbus local film, Threshold. Flipping the switch back to CG's regular style MTV generation pop with an alt vibe; The Captain(next track) is fit for long road trips, daydreaming and is a good listen for those seeking inspiration. On and On is an intimate and emotional track that showcases the raw beauty of Adam's vocals. On and on leads into a slightly more uptempo breakup song that poetically compares a bad relationship full of lies and betrayal to a frayed, worn, t-shirt. T-Shirt is a credit to Coveted Green's music writing.  

Before Me, a singer/songwriter track about a showing appreciation for that special someone is a sweet, slow dance song that will sweep any girl off her feet. Tend Too takes us back to  CG's rock roots as the band embraces the song wholeheartedly to push that feeling of live music through the speakers. To A Dream is a sugary pop lullaby with a deeper meaning of self realization. The snap and float of Adams vocals make the song stick to your skull like your favorite coming of age movie scene.

Overall, Coveted Green is breaking ground with deliciously simple yet cunning and passionate music for pop lovers who still enjoy an authentic sound not created via formula. See them live on August 28 at The American Heart Association in Columbus, Ohio.


Coveted Green Website 
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Free music: A SoulTracks Exclusive

Shared via SoulTracks.com


Ohio-based singer Dr. E possesses a great combination of the old and the new. She has a sense of both soul and jazz along with pure fun -- a combination that has won an audience for her.  And now she's bringing her gift to the world with her new album Elevated.
So we're very excited that she has agreed to give SoulTrackers their first taste of her music with the great title cut from her new disc, which we're giving to you as an EXCLUSIVE FREE DOWNLOAD!  Let us know what you think about this great new singer! 

DOWNLOAD NOW: Exclusive Free Song! Dr. E's"Elevated" | SoulTracks - Soul Music Biographies, News and Reviews

CMC Parking Lot Blowout 5 - In Review

This past Saturday (July 10) the Surly Girl girl parking lot was flowing with Pabst Blue Ribbon and the sounds of bakery fresh new music....

The Here comes your 5th Annual Parking Lot Blowout took over the short north from about 3pm until 9pm (*Afterparty @ Skullys*) with Old Hundred opening the festivities followed by The Randys (Always a groove-tastically delicious group) and swanky lineup of newly discovered favorites New Bomb Turks, Gibson Bros. and Scrawl. 

Being a newbie on the scene I was unsure of what to expect volunteering but I was welcomed with open arms (shout out to Erin!) and I even managed to sell some lucky raffle tickets (btw so jel of who ever won that PBR sleeping bag!). 

Although I was mostly a volunteer for the day, I did manage to catch some of the actual show which was also being streamed live online. I must say my favorite of the day was Old Hundred. With a "soundtrack to life" vibe, I felt hints of Muse in their rhythms and Death Cab for Cutie in the vocals - the kind of music that you want to take your shoes off and dance barefoot in the rain to... perfect way to open a weekend. 

About CMC...

The Mission of CMC is to make Columbus a better place through music!

Founded in 2005 by Erin Moore, the purpose of CMC is to assist Columbus Ohio in the following ways; 

1. Musician's Emergency Health Assistance program - helping working Central Ohio musicians affected by health-related financial hardship. 2. Grants for musicians and supporters of the Columbus music community 3. Networking, resource sharing and workshops 4. Fostering relationships between Columbus musicians and community organizations interested in supporting the arts 5. Helping out of town musicians identify local resources when they travel through or play Central Ohio. *The Parking Lot Blowout is the only yearly fundraiser specifically for the Columbus Musicians' Assistance Program. { About information was gathered from the CMC Facebook Page) 

You can learn more about what they do and how to get involved by visiting The Columbus Music Co-Op:

Website

Facebook

Hi, we're the Columbus Music Co-op and we support the Columbus, Ohio music community. How do we do that? 1. Musician's Emergency Health Assistance program - helping working Central Ohio musicians affected by health-related financial hardship. 2. Grants for musicians and supporters of the Columbus music community 3. Networking, resource sharing and workshops 4. Fostering relationships between Columbus musicians and community organizations interested in supporting the arts 5. Helping out of town... (read more)

The Latest Crave: Jimmy Riggs Live - Sunday Night @ Oldfeild's on High

Funk filled the bar with a sweet eclectic groove, the lights and drums perfectly infused, the vocals like poetry express the rhythm pouring out all over the lead guitar.

Sunday night. The last night to kick back with the funknastyiest band in the bus at Oldfield's on high.

Jimmy Riggs and The Projectile Style of Funk Nasty Freshness played their last stint at Oldfield's on high - a north campus gem now under new ownership and name (Kobo).

New fans and loyal groupies got a chance to hear two new songs from the band- both exclusively funky and definitely a credit to their talent as not just a jam band but a solid musical force with that special ability to relentlessly entertain a wide range of audiences.

The jam sound of Jimmy Riggs entices the ears with liberal integrations of hip-hop, kinky reggae and soulganic funk, and after a few riffs from Ben and Ryan you'll be on your feet shaking it to the nasty with a projectile style of funk TASTIC freshness!

My Favorite Song: Jimmy Never Texts
Songs you need on your ipod/iphone/crackberry/driod: Louisiana Chicken Flip, Jimmy Never Texts, and The Funk Nasty Freshness.

The Latest Crave: Plauge Mountain

It was love at first roar when I discovered the sounds of this local death metal band. Seriously, just listen to it... enjoy the dark

Weekend Wrapup - COMFEST

The smell of comfest wafted through the air bringing music, food, and fun to Goodale park this weekend and although I did not trip over as many people and small dogs this year compared to last,  the right music brought the right people and positive energy filled the park from Friday morning until Sunday evening. The first two days I was a regular festie buzzing around every sweet looking jewelry and clothing stand that caught my eye - meeting and greeting with my favorite hippies and seeking some seriously needed shade over by the Bozo stage. Sunday I made my volunteer day and got to experience a different side of what goes into the making of the fest and its rich local music and community history. Pride and Comfest are definitely the best two weekends in Columbus and the best weekend to witness some of the best [sic]ness in local music.


Besties this weekend!

best band Saturday: Floorwalkers - obvi
best band Sunday: Spikedrivers! I couldn't stop dancing! Randys were sweet too :)


Band I'm pissed I missed:
The Obviouslies - buying their cd for my back home bluegrass moments... 
Phantods -  I just listened to "Revival" on their Myspace page and I'm hooked! Will be seeing them live- check the weekend page for upcoming shows!

HAPPY COMFEST!

The Latest Crave - Frontier Ruckus

TONIGHT ONLY
FRONTIER RUCKUS

WHEN: TONIGHT TONIGHT TONIGHT!!!! 10 PM UNTIL...
WHERE: RUMBA CAFE. 2507 SUMMIT STREET
WHY: EVEN THOUGH THEY ARE FROM MICHIGAN, THEY ARE STILL PRETTY DAMN AWESOME!

http://www.myspace.com/frontierruckus

http://www.myspace.com/frontierruckus

Place To Be Tonight:

 SKULLYS!!

 

http://www.skullys.org/

WHY?  Best Hip-hop/Soul Groove band in Columbus- MOJOFLO Party @ Skully's Tonight

If you dont know... They Bring the Funk, You Bring Yo Self.

http://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=128023750556161&id=174800200690

FREE CDS AT THE DOOR... YAY!!!!!!

The Latest Crave: One Sweet Punk Show

One sweet punk show to go see at CARABAR (115 Parsons Ave)

All Ages Shellshag Black Rainbow tour hits Columbus Ohio!!!

Shellshag (HEADLINER)--Brooklyn, NY

Black Rainbow--San Francisco, CA

RVIVR-- Olympia, WA

NEW CREASES --Columbus, OH

You'll Get Yours -- Cincinnati, OH

The Daily Crave: Festivals We Love

So excited for the delicious number of festivities taking place in central Ohio this summer... here are just a few I certain recommend not missing!

ZombieWalk Columbus: Raising the Dead to Feed the Living!

Saturday, May 29th 2010
5:00 PM
Goodale Park
* Help raise money for the Mid-Ohio Food Bank and stagger the streets of the Short North in your favorie zombie drabs!!! (Bring a non-perishable item)

The Ohio State Fair
*The fair is scheduled to be better than ever this year, with more local acts and some huge headliners!
Local Band To See:
   Dr. E (Friday July 30th @ 5PM & 7PM Two Shows on the Mainstreet Stage )
Major Band To See:
  Weezer w/ special guest Motion City Soundtrack (Saturday July 31st @ 7PM Tix = $36, )

COMFEST
      --- THIS JUST IN---
 The Floorwalkers have just been confirmed for Comfest 2010 Saturday 6:15p-7:15p!!!
(Thank the rock gods for this one and see you at the 'fest)!
Thanks Floorwalkers! WE CAN'T WAIT!!!

Festival Latino 2010
* This festival will be awesome because it will mix great food and great music- the best combination there is!
Saturday, August 14 & Sunday, August 15
    Genoa Park in downtown Columbus  (Behind COSI)
Thanks Capa!