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Krimson Knights - Songs to Make Our Mothers Proud

Krimson Knights is a local North Carolina up and coming pop-punk band with an emphasis on the punk and a leaning towards magical creatures and your mom. Self-described as “Blink-128 mixed with Bowling for Soup with enough Ke$sha to keep it interesting,” the Knights definitely keep it pumped up and interesting with each lyric and note. With their songs UR MOM + ME and Frontbutt, you can’t help but laugh until you have abs to the garage version of Ninja Sex Party. However vulgar or rowdy the tracks may get, these respectable heathens can dial it down a couple of notches to unbutton and unwind to with Cold One and Point of View, my personal favorites, after UR MOM + ME of course. Out of the nine tracks on this album, there are several different mood setters complied into one record - and a lot of plot twists at the end if you’re listening closely enough, Mom.

Krimson Knights are the perfect jam band for cracking open a cold one, eating bacon with the boys, or even taking a late-night drive to vibe with yourself. Their mix of twisted humor and spastic guitar notes sets Krimson Knights far apart from other North Carolina locals. No other band idolizes unicorns and toasters quite as these guys do.

If you’re looking for a good time and a hearty laugh, Krimson Knights are your boys! Be sure to support your local bands and give them a try! You can stream Songs to Make Our Mom Proud on Spotify.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6yjbp6DCzQ4hRabwkxjgFX?si=_Q4VB0khQf-irbvu66wgww

- Sarah Burton

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Catch Fit for an Autopsy DJ on Gimme Metal! They’ll be hanging out in the chat!

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Entheos | 3.18.19 Brick by Brick in San Diego, CA

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Throwback Jam of the Day | Mayday Parade - Jamie All Over

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Saywecanfly - Nosebleed

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Gorgatron - Insurmountable (Lyric Video)

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Rivers of Nihil | 3.18.19 Brick by Brick in San Diego, CA

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Here are some new tunes for the month of July!

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Enterprise Earth - Now You've Got Something To Die For (Lamb of God)

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Catch Bell Witch and Aerial Ruin DJ on Gimme Metal! They’ll be hanging out in the chat!

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Fever 333 | 4.23.19 Cargo in Reno, NV

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Spook the Horses - Self Destroyer (Official Video)

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Sorry, No Sympathy | 1.19.19 Cloud Springs Deli in Cloud Springs, GA

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Is anyone else just ready for Halloween?

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Lamb of God

Despite more than a month-long delay on the release of their new self-titled album Lamb of God, Lamb of God’s new album is stronger and heavier than ever. With 5 years since their last release and their first album to feature new drummer, Art Cruz, this album satisfies in more ways than I anticipated. From John Campbell’s moody bass riffs in Reality Bath to Adler and Morton’s addictive tones, this is an album sure to infect your playlist; this is an album that will have you head banging and air drumming in the car. Satisfaction guaranteed. 

Lamb of God is not known for skimming—they rake through topics covering all ranges of political turmoil and government bullshit in this country. Known for being politically outspoken, vocalist Randy Blythe covers controversial topics in Lamb of God such as immigration (New Colossal Hate) to school shootings (Reality Bath), the opioid crisis (On The Hook) to the crumbling of the political system. There is no holding back when it comes to the disdain Randy has for the world’s current state, and over the past 25 years his voice has never wavered. Rather, as our world continues to change Randy seizes the opportunity to talk about the skeleton’s locked in untouchable closets.

Of course there were some reservations when it came to the replacement of retired drummer Chris Adler with Art Cruz, former Winds of Plague and Prong. There will always be a slight discomfort when an original member is no longer a part of the creative process, I feared the sound of the band would change due to the introduction of a new personality. But, Cruz fits the new Lamb of God flawlessly; Cruz filled in for Adler first in 2018 and continued to evolve with the band prior to this recording. There are some noticeable differences, such as the literal tone of his cymbals being higher causing some parts to sound more choked and “dead” when played along aggressive riffs. Cruz’s technique and rhythm combine perfectly with the already typical LoG catchy and addictive signature “chugg” sound. In this album we hear the audible chemistry of a band we all love catalyzed by their newest member. It also features heavyweights Jamey Jasta of Hatebreed and Chuck Billy of Testament in two very distinct tracks, each sprinkled with their style and, of course, the shedding of light on important issues.

From Randy’s deep and moody baritone voice singing in the intro of the album’s first track Memento Mori to Cruz’s catchy rhythmic patterns in On The Hook, there is one thing Lamb of God won’t have you feeling: disappointed. After 25 years of creating and touring, the band still remains relentless and on top of their game despite numerous setbacks and challenges. This isn’t a band that chameleons their way to the top. They step forward with their bold style in a way that has reaped tremendous success and recognition. Consistency is a quality and in today’s day-in-age, the lack of it causes some loss in faith when it comes to anticipating new album releases. Yet, in the wake of chaos, Lamb of God always manages to keep consistent, standing at the top of the industry as one of the most iconic heavy metal bands of all time. This album is sure to help keep that momentum going.

- Sydney Ellis

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Interview || Connor White, Drummer of Wolf King

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Atlas Clouds- Shake

The indie artist Atlas Clouds rounded out the month of May with a new single titled Shake. The single is calming with an ethereal sound. The song builds to its chorus in volume and intensity, as if telling a story beyond its lyrics, and the chorus is the climax. The song peaks during its chorus, with intense instrumentals and vocals that are reminiscent of gospel.

Lyrically, Shake is easy to follow and sing along with, and the vocals do not seem to be the center of attention in the song. The limited lyrics paired with the instrumentals  is well done and allows the listener to focus on the multiple instruments used within the single. The use of the single word, “shake” before the crescendo of the chorus is memorable and exciting. Shake is a unique song that tells a story in its sound. It makes for a listen that you would not expect before pressing play, which makes it a strong song that can stand on its own as a single.