CRY OF THE WOLF MAGAZINE

        “Immortal RANDY RHOADS – The Ultimate Tribute”     UDR isconstantly breaking new ground with older artists and serves as a monumental label capable of delivering the classic metal goods. My first approach to the music on the eve of Randy's passing was a surreal moment for me. As a fan and a guitarist . The cold new england wind howling outside my window reminds me of the frailty of life. At first listen, the one thing that stood out for me was that, this is a celebration of a musical genius. A life of work cut short and taken from us too soon. So let's take this track by track 1. Crazy Train Vocals: Serj Tankian Gtrs:  Tom Morello Bass: Rudy Sarzo Drums:  Vinny Appice        Ok at first listen to all the hype in the press this was supposed to be something amazing. It is not. Serj places vocals in this song which make it seem almost comical. His vocal style just doesn't transfer ...

  Interview with Don Jamieson of That Metal Show     I had the chance to speak with Mr. Jamieson during a cold, wintery day from my friend's car. It smelled like dust and cigarettes. My car was in the shop. I was about to hear my phone ring and speak with one of metals most outspoken fans. That Metal Show, has become a staple television show in every metal heads home from here to, only the Gods know where. But it was cold....too cold. The phone rang...   Did you ever think That Metal Show would be on Television for this long?    No I thought we would shoot the pilot, I would get to meet Lita Ford, and that would be the end of my television career. But I'm very grateful. How many takes does it take? Just one. It's just a hang. We just do it. We are fans and that's how we treat it. What you see is what you get. Does vh1 choose your wardrobe? (Laughs), Nah. It's all straight from our closet. Believe it or not. Tha...

EUROPE       WAR OF KINGS               Remembering those golden years of mtv when bands like Europe took over the video waves. Songs like "Carrie" and final countdown are forever burned into my teenage mind."The final countdown" alone has rocketed forth from so many stadiums and sporting events over the years, that it would be impossible to count. War of Kings , the 10th studio album, is a heavier and streamlined Europe. This band sounds like a prize fighter begging to get back in the ring.   It is less Smiles and bubble gum pop rock, and more brooding, dark, a hard rock atmospheric. You can still feel the musical sensibility. The song writing is   top notch and the hits are there. This album is a testament to the bands staying power. Legendary are not terms you can apply to every band. Europe is one of those few. With the rise of "final Countdown" Europe solidified...

Judas Priest      Defenders Of The Faith     Re-Mastered      My Teen age days were spent cranking metal on my record player. Yes. Record player. My room was covered in heavy metal posters. I can remember buying the new Defenders of the Faith album and just playing it over and over. The twin lead attack of k.k and Glenn burning into my air guitar playing mind.      30 years later the entire album has been re-mastered to perfection!      Judas Priest is one of the most iconic and widely recognized metal band in the world. Rob Halford's stellar vocal range is countered by his almost ethereal ability to lower his range and hit you right in your soul. Priest never disappoints. And this album, now re-mastered and including some amazing live tracks, is no exception. "Turbo Lover", "Freewheel burning" are rock solid flag bearers of 80's metal. This is Priest unrivalled and unleashed. ...

Interview with Scott Ian Of Anthrax/I'm The Man book review I'm The Man   The Story Of That Guy from Anthrax   Scott   Ian of Anthrax was high on my list of people to one day interview. So when the opportunity came to review his new Book, "I'm The Man", I jumped at the bonus chance to interview the man himself. Truly responsible for being a forerunner in the American Thrash Metal Movement, Scott and Anthrax are in the Pantheon of metal icons. His music is inspirational for so many bands, his guitar sledgehammer sound is a like a juggernaut of pure molten metal. He is onstage a force to be reckoned with. But I found the book and the man himself to be sincere, down to Earth, and honest. The history of Anthrax is interwoven with tales of hard partying, and dreams when metal was still in its true infancy. This book presents the reader with a drone like view of the rough road to success. The book is one wild ride throughout his life and you feel drawn to th...

The Harp Twins  know how to rock! They have played for heads of state and celebrities around the country. But they are true music fans as well as fans of metal! They   perform a variety of Television theme songs as well as covers by such notable classic metal acts like, Iron Maiden, Ozzy, And even AC/DC. Not only does their music sound amazing but their videos are equally fantastic, visual representations, of their passion. 1. Your cover of Iron Maiden's "Fear Of The Dark" is excellent. It is what led me to discover your music. Are there any plans to do more Maiden songs? Thanks so much! “Fear of the Dark” is our favorite Maiden song and we had a ton of fun covering it! We also recently posted a video for our arrangement of “Dance of Death” – which was our most elaborate music video to date! We have gotten a lot of requests to cover more Iron Maiden, so you can definitely expect more in the future. We have yet another Maiden s...