Slayer -vs- Slayer

I was sixteen years old. Everyone who was anyone was just starting out. Bands like Metallica, Exodus, Megadeth, Anthrax, Sepultura, Testament and Suicidal Tendencies, just to name a few. The metal scene was flourishing thanks to record labels like Metal Blade and Mega Force. Their crowds consisted of maniacal fans known for violently thrashing around in circles or ‘pits’, headbanging to speed metal and stage … Continue reading Slayer -vs- Slayer

Austin School of Music – “ROCK CAMP”

Austin School of Music presents “Rock Camp” –The A.S.M. “Rock Camp” provides a fun and memorable experience for your children ages 8-17. The kids get to name their band, learn songs and even write their OWN hit! After two weeks of practice, practice, practice, they will perform live at the World Famous blues bar, ANTONE’S in Austin, Texas, in front of an audience. Great experience … Continue reading Austin School of Music – “ROCK CAMP”

The Salvation Kingdom

“Who was Cliff Burton?” Thirty one years ago, the world lost one of the greatest bass players in the history of rock and roll. Metallica had been traveling through Stockholm, Sweden when their tour bus hit a deadly patch of black ice. The bus lost control, flipped and the bands bassist, Clifford Lee Burton, was killed instantly. Burton’s untimely death is still mourned by his … Continue reading The Salvation Kingdom

Last Trip in the Abyss: Slayer Says Goodbye

Much to the dismay of all metalheads worldwide, the iconic metal band, SLAYER, recently announced that their current tour would unfortunately be their last. After hearing the news, a very special group of fans known as the ‘Slaytanic Soldiers 213’ began to plan the ultimate send off. The Facebook group known as the ‘SS 213’ is more than just another fan site. The group is … Continue reading Last Trip in the Abyss: Slayer Says Goodbye

“CobraCast” Podcast

Originally from Connecticut, Bobby Sharron, has only one regret… That he didn’t start sooner! As an avid listener of the JOE ROGAN EXPERIENCE, and THE CHURCH OF WHAT’S HAPPENING NOW with JOEY COCO DIAZ, Sharron was inspired to try his hand at podasting. After moving to Austin in 1991 and being a former musician himself, Sharron had the idea to start an audio/video podcast dedicated … Continue reading “CobraCast” Podcast

RIP ABBOTT BROTHERS

Once again, tragedy has hit home in the metal world. Vincent Paul Abbott has passed away at 54 years old, due to a massive heart attack. Better known to his adoring fans as Vinny Paul, the legendary drummer is the older brother of guitar great , “Dimebag” Darrell Lance Abbott. The brothers played together from childhood and formed the metal band PANTERA. After PANTERA disbanded, … Continue reading RIP ABBOTT BROTHERS

Slayer Adds More North American Venues

Metal heads around the world are saddened by the news that Tom, Kerry, Gary and Paul are hanging up their guitar cables and drumsticks and calling it quits. After thirty-plus years of thrashing and head-banging, SLAYER bids their fans a fond farewell with one final tour. The band recently announced that due to the amount of sold out shows and high demand for tickets, that … Continue reading Slayer Adds More North American Venues