Bloodrock is one of the more obscure bands my parents listen to. Mom said she was describing a song to my dad — “DOA,” incidentally — and he told her he knew it and, in fact, he had the album.
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Album of the Day: 9Electric’s Control
Okay, so technically, Control is an EP, but whatever. I saw 9Electric mentioned in connection to Gemini Syndrome and decided to check them out. I fell in love instantly.
Album of the Day: Sevendust’s Animosity
For me, Animosity is Sevendust at their best. I have to mention “Praise,” of course, but I also love “Trust,” “Crucified,” “X-Mas Day,” and “Follow.”
Album of the Day: Art of Dying’s Vices and Virtues
I chose Vices and Virtues because my brother, his girlfriend, and I are listening to it right now.
On This Day: The Beatles, The Sex Pistols, and Igor Cavalera
In 1962, The Beatles’ first recording session at Abbey Road Studios took place. They recorded six songs, including “Love Me Do” and “Please Please Me.”
1965: The Beatles started a three week run at number one on the US singles chart with “Help.”
1971: Taken from the album Ram, “Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey” by Paul and Linda McCartney went to number one on the US singles chart.
1976: The Sex Pistols made their television debut on a program entitled “So It Goes.”
1970: Igor Cavalera, drummer for Sepultura, was born.
Let’s Talk Covers (Pt. 4)
1. Framing Hanley: “Lollipop” (Lil’ Wayne cover)
I love when rock bands cover rap songs!
2. Dope Stars Inc.: “Billie Jean” (Michael Jackson cover)
3. Static-X: “Looks That Kill” (Mötley Crüe cover)
On This Day: Queen and John Bush
On this day in 1975, Queen began recording “Bohemian Rhapsody” at Rockfield Studios in Monmouth, Wales. The song took three weeks to finish.
On this day in 1963, John Bush (Armored Saint/Anthrax) was born.
Let’s Talk Covers (Pt. 3)
1. Black Veil Brides: “Unholy”
2. Avenged Sevenfold: “Paranoid”
As much as I love A7X, something about Matt’s voice in this cover bothers me. Lol.
3. Like A Storm: “Gangster’s Paradise”
One of the more interesting covers I’ve heard.
Weekly Focus: Alice Cooper, Day Seven
Alice Cooper — “Under My Wheels,” from the album A Fistful of Alice (1997).
Weekly Focus: Alice Cooper, Day Six
My absolute favorite Alice Cooper song ❤
Alice Cooper — “Some Folks,” from the album Welcome to My Nightmare (1975).
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