Machine gun and mortar fire lead into the musical intro of ‘Total Warfare’ the new album from KREMATED. The bass drums and guitar take over like the heavy artillery. Music at this intensity can act like a helicopter gun ship. This is the point of thrash! As has been the intention of many great musicians in history, this is another attempt to re-create the impact, the charge of the light brigade had on the world of classical. The problem is though that they are affiliated with the independent rock fraternity, they have "no discipline" not like the glorified tribute/cover bands that parade the corridors of the guild hall, they wouldn't engage in such debauchery...

My hope with KREMATED is as it has been with most other thrash metal bands that they will break through and be recognised for their excellent reproduction of the chaos of the front line. This is the energy and sound of modern warfare but unlike all the heroin addicts and alcoholics of the classical scene that celebrate the beauty of empire, KREMATED question the integrity of massacre or megadeath (not the band).

This is just as good as MEGADETH (the band) if you like real thrash with expert precision then you seriously need to check out ‘Total Warfare’ from KREMATED. This is the beginning of something.

KREMATED are:

Pete Dee -  Guitar and Vocals
Phil Roberts - Guitar
Jimmy Martin - Drums
Alex Lewis - Bass

http://www.kremated.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Kremated?fref=ts

Soldierfield release debut video ‘Leave You In Dirt’, the third track from their debut EP ‘Bury The Ones We Love’ 

Keep an eye on the bands website for upcoming live shows, news of acoustic tracks and possibly a debut album....
www.soldierfieldband.co.uk

BlackWolf, based in Bristol are a hard rock band that have recently won themselves a slot on the Hard Rock Hell line up, and not without reason. Their debut EP ‘Taking Root’ is doing just that within the industry.

As Scott comes howling in on the first track ‘Stairway Ticket’, the song just instantly hits you in the face. BlackWolf are straight up, high energy, in your face hard rock ‘n’ roll. I particularly love the drum fills in this track as they really bring some massive attitude, and along with Scott’s growling vocals, it is definitely a winner.

Second track ‘Finding Fables’ is another sure fire thing.  As far as technicality goes, BlackWolf might not be the most technical but I believe in this case less is more. Filled with major chords they do not fail to please.  Guaranteed to get your toe tapping and head banging they are definitely a must see.

‘Wayward One’ and ‘Seeds’ very much follow suit with thunderous drum beats and riffs that will make you want to rock  your ass off.  All in all I can’t fault BlackWolf and look forward to rockin’ out with them soon. I suggest you do the same.

'Stairway Ticket' Live at The 100 Club:

You can find the current tour dates for BlackWolf here:
http://www.ukblackwolf.com/#/shows/4565967891

The Firefly’s released their second record ‘Cathedral For Your Ashes’ much earlier this year and it’s quite the record. Although it’s probably a tad too poppy for my usual taste, in fact it most definitely is. I still think that this is a fantastic soft rock album that has been written exceptionally well. I would say this record will bode well for the mainstream and is incredibly radio friendly.

I think everyone should really listen to this record at least once as it is filled with fantastic guitar solos and riffs from Lee Wylding. Solid (and I mean solid) bass lines. Andie Packer is flying the female drummer flag high and this whole album is great in so many different ways. It is definitely a grower and needs to be listened to a few times. Each time you get a little more lost in the guitar work on ‘Jenny, Play Your Guitar’ or especially ‘Is He Hurting You?’ and ‘Dear Emily’, a personal favourite of mine in that respect. It’s on these tracks and similar I think this band really stand out.

I also like the more up-beat tracks like ‘Pack a Punch’ where Lee’s vocals get slightly rougher, perhaps more gravelly in places in which it sounds more excited and hungry. I like that and would have liked to see this raspy tone a little more throughout the album.

Stephen Roberts on bass has some fantastic stand out bass lines – especially on tracks such as ‘Rolling River’ where you can hear he is able to stretch his legs a bit and really gets into the funk of the track.

Clearly very talented musicians, The Firefly’s have done well on their second release and the third is already being planned for release in the first half of 2013. I would like to hear a slightly more raucous and up-beat tone to the new album as the majority of songs on ‘Cathedral For Your Ashes’ are quite subdued. There have been a few occasions where I have been dying for the songs to get heavier or take a thunderous drum solo here and there.

‘Cathedral For Your Ashes’ is an incredibly strong album which is played and written incredibly well with lots of outstanding guitar work.

If you think that Saint Jude have been a bit quiet lately, you would be correct. That is because they have been working on their highly anticipated second record. However  as it is quite a special moment the band are taking their time to ensure that they deliver the very best that they have to offer.

Saint Jude have now announced an EP 'Ladies and Gentlemen' to be released in the meantime. It includes new songs & acoustic tracks plus loads of SJ goodies. What are you waiting for? About the project: Skip to exclusives

A note from Saint Jude:

Dear Saint Jude Fans

As you may know we’ve been working on our second album, and whilst the songs are sounding great, we want it to be absolutely incredible, so we’re taking our time. Sadly this means it won’t be released for little while, but don’t put the Champagne away just yet, for we bring good news…

We know you want new stuff, because you are constantly telling us, so we thought we’d release an EP to keep you going for a bit until the new album is ready.

“Ladies & Gents” will be a 7 track EP containing a mixture of 2 unreleased songs we’ve played live but not recorded before, as well as re-worked stripped back versions of 4 songs from our first album “Diary Of A Soul Fiend”.
Not only that, there’s going to be a cracking cover thrown in for good measure.

For this release, we’ve teamed up with Pledge Music to bring you the EP, but also some fantastic Saint Jude goodies to go with it. Some are physical things, and some are Saint Jude experiences, but all are exclusive to Saint Jude fans who Pledge.

Check out the list on the right, and remember, whatever you pledge, you will receive the EP download, as well as our exclusive Pledger updates.

We really hope you like the EP and our other goodies, and if you do, please feel free to tell everyone you know…

Loads of love

Saint Jude

You can also check out an interview I did with Lynne earlier in the year. We discuss the new record and much more. http://www.chellesrockblog.com/8/post/2012/06/a-chat-with-lynne-jackaman-of-saint-jude-by-michelle-nevill.html

The pledge has been up for 3 days and already reached 40% so if you wish to be part of this, what are you waiting for? http://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/saintjude#exclusives

The hotly tipped rockers have just returned home from a massively successful headline tour of the UK & Ireland and after an incredible public response and overwhelming demand for more, the band now have their sights set on returning to Rockfield to once again work with Nick Brine to record their, as yet untitled, Debut Album, set for release May 4th 2013.

The band are also offering fans the chance to get involved with the recording and giving them the opportunity to get their hands on some very exclusive releases, one of kind experiences and an advance copy of the album (pre-released through PledgeMusic on April 24th 2013) by pre-ordering or making a “pledge” on the album through PledgeMusic.com from November 1st here:

http://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/theburningcrowsalbum2013

As if the music wasn't enough, if you pledge towards the album, there is a variety of packages to choose from. You can go basic and get a copy of the debut album along with updates from the band, or if you want to be slightly more lavish, you can pledge and receive anything from personalised lighters, signed CD's, an invite to their launch party, an appearence in their music video, personal acoustic shows or, and wait for it. A week in the studio with the guys, which is a 4 night/5 day trip to Wales to the legendary Rockfield Studios where you will get to play on a track and have a VIP tour of studios with Nick Brine. That sounds pretty impressive to me!

The band will be playing a string of dates as special guests to good friends, The Quireboys in November and December as well as a slot at this year’s sold out Hard Rock Hell Festival. So if high energy, good time rock n' roll played hard and played with gusto is your thing, be sure to catch the "future of British rock" live and become part of a decadent feast for the senses and carnival of frivolity.

Dates

November 13th – Newcastle, Kluny’s

November 14th – Grimsby, Yardbirds

November 25th – Wolverhampton, The Slade Rooms

November 28th – York, The Duchess

November 29th – Glasgow, The Garage

November 30th – Gwynedd, Hard Rock Hell Festival

December 13th – Norwich, The Waterfront

December 14th – Bedford, Esquires

December 15th – Sheffield, The Corporation

December 16th - Leicester, The Musician

The Band

Whippz - Vocals & Guitars
Lance Daniels - Guitars & Backing Vocals
Will Lockett - Bass & Backing Vocals
Chris Chapman - Drums & Percussion

The Burning Crows Online:

Pledgemusic.com/projects/theburningcrowsalbum2013

Facebook.com/theburningcrowsrock

Twitter.com/theburningcrows

YouTube/theburningcrows

Myspace.com/theburningcrows

Reverbnation.com/theburningcrows

www.theburningcrows.com