From now until March 31 you can download DOWN III - Over The Under for $5.99 on Google Play in their March Is Metal promotion.                 1. 3 Suns And 1 Star 2. The Path 3. N.O.D. 4. I Scream 5. On March The Saints 6. Never Try 7. Mourn 8. The Tides 9. His Majesty The Desert 10. Pillamyd 11. In The Thrall Of It All 12. Nothing In Return

CORROSION OF CONFORMITY HIT THE UK THIS MARCH WITH GUITARIST/VOCALIST PEPPER KEENAN Corrosion of Conformity reunite with guitarist/vocalist Pepper Keenan for UK and European dates. Other than a few surprise appearances, this will be the first time Keenan has toured with the band since 2006. This will also be the first time the "Deliverance" lineup of the group has played together since 2001. Check out tour rehearsal video footage: Corrosion of Conformity prepares for a European tour in March 2015. Pepper Keenan, Mike Dean, Reed Mullin, Woody Weatherman video by randy ada COC recently emerged from hibernation as a trio and released 2012's eponymous album and 2014's "IX" to wide acclaim, but many have been eagerly awaiting the return of Pepper Keenan. The band were originally an influential hardcore punk/heavy metal crossover act before reaching critical success with a new lineup on 1991's "Blind" album. That trajectory continued with wider appeal as Keenan took over as primary vocalist on "Deliverance" (1994) and "Wiseblood" (1996). These two recordings in particular fused the raw energy of the previous albums with some great strides forward in classic rock inspired songwriting and more spacious production and execution, which were often copied but rarely equalled. This juggernaut gained mass and momentum with relentless touring alongside Metallica, Clutch, Eyehategod and many more. Eventually following "In the Arms of God", 2005, Keenan focused all energy on his hometown band Down. Until now, that is. Recent internet chatter on the subject of a reunion turns out be true. Asked about future plans, bassist Mike Dean said, "This is all about going out and celebrating some of the classic material, and at the same time it's about tuning up the chemistry and the energy to possibly create a new album or two with this lineup." MARCH 2015 SATURDAY 7 MANCHESTER ACADEMY 2 SUNDAY 8 GLASGOW GARAGE MONDAY 9 NOTTINGHAM RESCUE ROOMS WEDNESDAY 11 BRISTOL BIERKELLER THURSDAY 12 COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE FRIDAY 13 LONDON ELECTRIC BALLROOM   Tickets are on-sale for £17.50 regionally and £20 London (subject to per-ticket charge plus order processing fee) and are available from www.livenation.co.uk

Vh1.com I have a soft spot for supergroups. It gives me the same feeling as when Ghost Rider and the Punisher would crossover into The Amazing Spiderman for a few issues. It’s the same reason why I love the NBA All-Star game, and why I like ice cream with a bunch of stuff in it; Oreos, Reese’s peanut butter cups, cookie dough, and literally everything else. I am a glutton for the things I like, and I fantasize about what they would be like all mashed up. Heavy supergroups are like fantasy football for metal nerds. I have an eerie feeling that many metalheads subtly despise the cash grabbing cynicism in the formation of supergroups, and secretly wish them to fail. We demand a lot of our rock heroes. We expect them to be artistically impervious without ever being too heavy-handed with capitalistic intent. This is a delicate balancing act: Musicians pretending to be earnest with their intentions in putting together an all-star act, while internally salivating over the marketing opportunities. Perhaps, I’m the cynic here. Here are some disclaimers and factors that went into making the list: I factored the number and stature of rockers involved, quality of material produced, and how it influenced the music culture since it’s release. Reverse supergroups don’t count. I.E., Alter Bridge can’t be considered a supergroup, since Miles Kennedy wasn’t famous at the time of the band’s formation. Please keep in mind that this is just one man’s opinion, and although I think my opinion is way more awesome than yours, I’ll understand if you think I’m a dumbass. So, please no hate mail from the nerds who are butthurt that I didn’t include Liquid Tension Experiment. Also, for future reference, I spend a lot of time making fun of nerds. I’m a lot like Ogre from the Revenge of the Nerds, so I apologize in advance. 1. Down “Stone The Crow” (Live)

AllAxess.com The metal genre features all kinds of lyricists. Some speak in literal terms, while some use symbolism, allegory or other methods to convey their messages. Metal’s themes and lyrical contents are far reaching and encompass all kinds of different vibes, thoughts, textures and meaning. Unlike other genres such as pop music, which often has very typical and shallow lyrics (not all, but a lot of it does) metal has a true span of very interesting and unique themes. From determination and hardship, to dungeons and dragons crossed with a history lesson, there are endless topics spoken of that make up our beloved genre. I have always believed that you either feel heavy metal or you don’t. People who cannot listen or dismiss the aggressive, abrasive style of music sometimes do so because they lack the insight and the “ear” to properly take in what they are listening to. I equate it to this: if you walked into a classroom where astrophysics was being taught in Chinese, and given the fact that you did not speak a word of Chinese, how would this resonate with you? Okay, it’s an odd comparison to bring about, but to the untrained ear it is extremely hard to comprehend the metal genre’s sounds, and especially the vocals – maybe as difficult as if I tried to learn astrophysics right now. Given a bit of time and some attention though, anything is possible. Regardless, metal fans love the music and love the lyrical content and before I wander too much away from the subject, I want to make sure that I don’t lose the reader too much. We live for the content provided by all metal bands, from Cannibal Corpse through to Pantera, as well as newer bands. Singers in metal have a lot to say – some do it with falsetto and some do it with growling and screaming. Despite the delivery, the intentions and purpose remain steadfast and the lyrical content is sometimes literal or less straightforward, allowing the listener can infer what he or she wants. Without further ado, here are my top ten heavy metal lyricists.

1) Phil Anselmo

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revolver.com METAL LEGENDS SET TO PLAY AMNESIA ROCKFEST 2015 ‘DOWN IV – PART TWO’ EP AVAILABLE NOW FOR $5 ON AmazonMP3 Metal legends Down have premiered their new video for “Conjure” today via Revolver.com. The haunting and twisted ode to 70’s horror films was directed by JM Stelly and Chris Trainor at Lab Productions. Stelly previously worked with Corrosion of Conformity and Suicide Girls, while Trainor has collaborated with GWAR, Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals, EYEHATEGOD, and is the producer of Housecore TV. The track is featured on Down’s latest EP ‘Down IV – Part Two,’ which is now available for $5.00 on AmazonMP3.
Down bassist Pat Bruders says, “We had a lot of fun working with Stelly and Trainor to make something we think is special. Hope everyone likes it!” The band is also set to perform at Amnesia Rockfest in Montebello, QC in June. Tickets for the festival are available at www.amnesiarockfest.com/en/tickets. ‘Down IV – Part Two’ was released in May 2014 via Down Records/ADA and was the band’s highest charting release to-date (#1 on iTunes’ Rock Albums chart; #23 on Billboard’s Top 200). The EP was met with a slew of critical acclaim, such as Decibel who proclaimed, "From Phil Anselmo's feral opening scream to his last spectral croon, Down doesn't waste a hook or a minute of your time. Jimmy Bower's beats are the perfect bar-brawling accomplices for the rowdy riffs conjured by Pepper Keenan and newcomer Bobby Landgraf, kicking the songs in the guts for extra giddy." “We Knew Him Well” – the EP’s lead single – has also garnered praise, with Stereogum calling it "a titanic, bludgeoning deep-head-nod groove...it's gloriously messy but locked-in in the way that only New Orleans metal bands can pull off."   Website | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Instagram   ‘Down IV – Part Two’ EP is also available for purchase at iTunes.

[caption id="attachment_4623" align="alignleft" width="630"] Spencer Kaufman, Loudwire[/caption] Loudwire.com In an extremely close race, Pantera / Down legend Philip Anselmo and Slipknot / Stone Sour vocalist Corey Taylor were neck-and-neck in our poll for the 2014 Titan of the Year. However, once the voting closed, Anselmo came out the victor. You know what’s truly bizarre about Anselmo’s win? His margin of victory was by .5 percent, the very number that adorns Slipknot’s 2014 album, ‘.5: The Gray Chapter.’ 2014 saw Anselmo release ‘Down IV – Part II’ with the southern sludge legends. ‘Part II’ charted even higher than first ‘Down IV’ EP, claiming No. 23 on the Billboard Top 200. Down also unveiled a music video for ‘We Knew Him Well.’ Anselmo and the late Corey Mitchell launched the second Housecore Horror Film Festival in 2014, showcasing Satyricon, Eyehategod, Portal and many other bands. The fest also celebrated the 40th anniversary of ‘The Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ with a reunion of all the living members of its cast and also featured a reunion performance by Anselmo’s Superjoint Ritual. If you dig metal and comedy, you probably also saw the ‘Metal Grasshopper’ series, in which Anselmo taught comedian Dave Hill how to be a metal warrior. The result was questionable, but let’s be honest, not even Lemmy could pull of the feat. Congrats to Philip Anselmo and here’s for a brutal 2015!

NOLA.com [caption id="attachment_4609" align="aligncenter" width="620"] Heavy metal musician Phil Anselmo, former lead singer of Pantera, will be honored with the Musical Artist of the Year award at the 2015 President's Arts Awards. The New Orleans native has called St. Tammany Parish home for the past 15 years. (St. Tammany Parish )[/caption] Words – whether written in the stanzas, used to document historical facts or added to music to create a song – feature prominently in the creative pursuits of three President's Arts Awards winners. Phil Anselmo, former lead singer of the heavy metal band Pantera, fancies himself "a wordsmith to a certain degree, so I'm always learning and expanding my lyrical repertoire," he said. "Normally, like most bands, the music comes first, then the lyrics. But I'm always jotting down one-liners, or merely words that I may incorporate later," the 46-year old added. "A lyric can inspire a riff, or a piece of music, so to collect as much phonetic info as possible is important. There is rhythm in everyday conversation, and I'm a believer in the fact that all rhythms in music haven't been investigated. That's what makes creating innovative music a blast." The New Orleans native grew up in a house filled with music that he adored "from as early as I can remember," he said. He listened to the musical artists of the time, such as The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin, as well as radio hits, such as Dr. John's "Right Place/Wrong Time." But when it came to creating his own music, Anselmo said "I followed my heart, and the style of heavy metal and hardcore music appealed to me as a style and expression that would best fit me." Anselmo's noteworthy music career has included leading "Pantera to Grammy Award nominations, sales of 20 million albums worldwide, legions of diehard fans, and an indisputable heavy metal legacy," according his biography. Anselmo then formed the band Down, which had a gold-selling debut and three more critically acclaimed releases, most recently, 2012's "Down IV Part I – The Purple EP." Then to switch things up, Anselmo formed The Illegals and debuted the album, "Walk Through Exits Only," in 2013. That album was released by his own label, Housecore Records, based in Covington. The label, which has recorded dozens of albums for national and international bands, began "as a way of life in the early '90s when I bought my first house in Lakeview," Anselmo said. "Being a musician, I have had many musician friends, and back in the day when jam sessions were a way of life when I was home from long, grueling tours, we'd kind of shun traditional studios, opting for home recordings on my four-track. That's where the term Housecore came from-- creating music at home and recording it at home. There's a unique feel to it." While he's toured all over the world, Anselmo has called St. Tammany Parish home for the past 15 years. "I love it for many reasons; I have 17 acres of beautiful land, many animals and fantastic neighbors that put up with the racket and noise that comes out of my studio," he joked. "I take pride in this little community, and support its growth with all my heart. People are friendly, restaurants are plentiful and fantastic, and downtown Covington is quaint and wonderful." About being named Musical Artist of the Year, Anselmo said "to be recognized within the community I'm a part of is perhaps one of the greatest accolades ever. "I want to thank all who recognized me and Housecore Records as this year's best constituent," he added. "And I hope our local music scene grows more and more, and I hope I can help facilitate a place for the cream of the crop to thrive." For more information on Anselmo, visit www.philanselmo.com or www.thehousecorerecords.com.

CORROSION OF CONFORMITY ANNOUNCE UK TOUR BAND REUNITE WITH GUITARIST/VOCALIST PEPPER KEENAN Wednesday 14^th January 2015 - Corrosion of Conformity are reuniting with guitarist/vocalist Pepper Keenan for UK and European dates. Other than a few surprise appearances, this will be the first time Keenan has toured with the band since 2006. This will also be the first time the "Deliverance" lineup of the group has played together since 2001.   COC recently emerged from hibernation as a trio and released 2012's eponymous album and 2014's "IX" to wide acclaim, but many have been eagerly awaiting the return of Pepper Keenan.   The band were originally an influential hardcore punk/heavy metal crossover act before reaching critical success with a new lineup on 1991's "Blind" album. That trajectory continued with wider appeal as Keenan took over as primary vocalist on "Deliverance" (1994) and "Wiseblood" (1996).   These two recordings in particular fused the raw energy of the previous albums with some great strides forward in classic rock inspired songwriting and more spacious production and execution, which were often copied but rarely equalled.   This juggernaut gained mass and momentum with relentless touring alongside Metallica, Clutch, Eyehategod and many more.   Eventually following "In the Arms of God", 2005, Keenan focused all energy on his hometown band Down.   Until now, that is.   Recent internet chatter on the subject of a reunion turns out be true.   Asked about future plans, bassist Mike Dean said, "This is all about going out and celebrating some of the classic material, and at the same time it's about tuning up the chemistry and the energy to possibly create a new album or two with this lineup."   Support acts to be announced.   MARCH 2015 SATURDAY 7 MANCHESTER ACADEMY 2 SUNDAY 8 GLASGOW GARAGE MONDAY 9 NOTTINGHAM RESCUE ROOMS WEDNESDAY 11 BRISTOL BIERKELLER THURSDAY 12 COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE FRIDAY 13 LONDON ELECTRIC BALLROOM   Tickets are on-sale from 9am on Friday 16^th January priced at £17.50 regionally and £20 London (subject to per-ticket charge plus order processing fee) and are available from www.livenation.co.uk

Episode 6 "A New Level of Courtesy and Power": It's the dramatic conclusion of season one as metal god Philip H. Anselmo and delusional manchild Dave Hill rebuild their relationship before Dave is released back into the wild or at least the end of Phil's driveway. Also, Phil confronts Dave about not giving him the message from King Diamond. It's nuts. Starring Philip H. Anselmo (Pantera, Down Superjoint Ritual, The Illegals, Etc.) and comedian Dave Hill with special guest Joey "Blue" Gonzalez, Marzi Montazeri, and Steve Taylor. Directed by Chris Lee with Joe Randazzo. Written by Chris Lee, Dave Hill, and Phil Anselmo. Edited by Phil Costello. Produced by Chris Lee.

OnTourMonthly.com Words by Jordan Buford / Photos by James Villa Get More Photos HERE [caption id="attachment_4476" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Photo By James Villa[/caption] “Motherfucking Dallas, Texas! Fists up!” vocalist Philip Anselmo ordered after they took the stage, opening their 67-minute long set with “Lysergik Funeral Procession”. “From the front to the perimeter, from the middle all the way to the back, I got my eye on you,” Anselmo told the crowd, saying he wanted “to feel” their enthusiasm on the second song, dedicating it to his old band mate from days gone by: Dimebag Darrell. Given the city this was, the crowd went ballistic, but not only because Dimebag is one of the most legendary musicians to come out of the area, but also because fans wanted to hear “Lifer”, even singing some of it. Later in the night Anselmo joked about how good he sounded, before stressing what a long year and tour this had been, saying his voice was a little weak, so he needed all the help he could get. The hit secured their hold on the crowd, as guitarists Pepper Keenan and Bobby Landgraf waved their axes around, and bassist Pat Bruders thrashed about by Pat Bruders’ drum kit. During the next number, “Hail the Leaf”, Anselmo abruptly stopped the song. Even his band mates weren’t sure why as he pointed out to the crowd. “Hey! Asshole! Didn’t anyone tell you there’s no fucking fighting in Dallas, Texas?!” he asked, looking straight at the offender. He had been paying close attention to everything, even calling out a guy who punched someone when they were down in the scuffle; and waited for security to remove to guy. “I’m disgusted by it!” he said with hatred towards that behavior. “Actually, I’m having a good fucking time!” he laughed before they picked things up where they had left off. “…The only thing I can promote is this thing called having a good time,” the frontman said during a little conversation before the next song, a comment that came after he told all the first timers this was “college education”, something he didn’t know anything about since he dropped out of high school. That has certainly paid off for him.   They next struck with a barrage of songs that included “We Knew Him Well”, before some mangled feedback from Keenan and Landgraf wound them into “Witchtripper”. “Sing it!” Anselmo commanded, adding that if anyone didn’t know it, they should learn it, “Just like high school.” After another hard hitting song, Anselmo flat-out said Dallas is his second home; and while he lauded the efforts of the security personal for keeping things safe, he asked they just let some of the stuff fly, so long as there was no direct or intentional acts of violence. “If you see a circle pit, step back and enjoy it,” he asked of them, before switching topics to the current state of music. “…You don’t need costumes and big explosions. You just need good songs and personality,” he remarked before “Ghosts Along the Mississippi”. They didn’t get far before he stopped them, asking that everyone get into it one way or another, even if it was as simple as nodding one’s head to the rhythm. Landgraf then fired up the track again, playing a little too fast for Anselmo’s tastes, though the third time was a charm. They did a great job of primarily focusing on the older stuff this night, so when they did mix in new songs, no one cared, like with “Sufferer’s Years”. During a break he had, Anselmo folded his arms and shook his head as he surveyed the crowd, almost like he was wanting more from the audience. Bower then started them off on “Pillars of Eternity”—a song that sent the fans into a bit of a frenzy; and after that came one of the most interesting things not only of the night, but that I’ve seen at a concert in general.   The crowd began to chant “DOWN!” repeatedly, and before he could get any further, Keenan got his attention to tell him Jesus was in the audience. Well, at least a guy dressed in garb that resembled him was. They got the guy on stage with them, leading Anselmo to sing just one line from “Jesus Chris Superstar” (that was entertaining), before Scott Shelby of the band Warbeast walked on stage. He had a “cigarette” that he passed off to Anselmo, who then gave it to the guy dressed as the Savior, who took several puffs of it. That was a sight I had never seen before, and I don’t expect I ever will again. The show eventually concluded with “Temptation’s Wings”, which saw what I believe was a stagehand coming out dressed as Santa Claus, even giving a Santa hat to Anselmo to wear. “If you want to hear some more, you know what to do,” the singer told everyone as they headed backstage. They were gone for several minutes, but there was never any doubt that they wouldn’t be back.   There encore was only three songs, yet spanned 29-minutes, first doing “Eyes of the South”, which prompted a massive pit to open up; while Bruders, Bower, Keenan and Landgraf killed it during “Stone the Crow”, being even more outstanding than they had been thus far this night. After giving the biggest, most heartfelt thank you he could muster, Anselmo and the rest of the band had a little fun doing a portion of “Rock On” by Def Leopard. “Sing with the old man,” he requested after saying they were going to “shove this song down your ample throats.” That song was “Bury Me in Smoke”, and it culminated with members from the two opening bands, Orange Goblin and King Parrot, coming on stage and taking over on the instruments, as it became one massive sing along. It was certainly an unforgettable way to end things. Down has been kicking for well over twenty years now, and while you could see the professionalism and tightness between them this night, the age never once seemed to be a factor. The performance is still energetic, even more so than a lot of younger bands these days; and those older songs, they’re classics and timeless ones at that. They still drew the biggest reaction from people this night. As Anselmo said, all you really need is good songs and personality. Down has an abundance of both. Maybe that’s why they’ve made it this long, and it sure looks like they’ll be around for a long while yet. Setlist Lysergik Funeral Procession Lifer Hail the Leaf We Knew Him Well Witchtripper There’s Something on My Side Ghosts Along the Mississippi Pillars of Eternity Conjure Sufferer’s Years Temptation’s Wings Encore: Rock On (David Essex cover) Eyes of the South Stone the Crow Bury Me In Smoke

Professionally filmed video footage of DOWN's August 9 performance at this year's edition of the Brutal Assault festival, which was held in Josefov, Czech Republic, can be seen below. DOWN's latest EP, "Down IV - Part Two", sold around 10,000 copies in the United States in its first week of release to debut at position No. 23 on The Billboard 200 chart. The band's previous EP, "Down IV Part I - The Purple EP", opened with around 12,000 units in September 2012 to land at No. 35. "Down IV - Part Two" was released on May 13 via Down Records/ADA Music. Tracked at Nodferatu's Lair — iconic vocalist Philip H. Anselmo's home studio — and produced by Michael Thompson, Anselmo and DOWN, the new EP is the eagerly anticipated sequel to "Down IV - Part One". The new offering from DOWN is packed with the quintet's signature gargantuan riffs, swamp blues leads, crashing drums and hypnotic howls, upholding a certain tradition that countless fans celebrate, expanding their own musical mythos as they leave its pillars intact and untouched.

Check out some photos of DOWN's crushing set in Seattle. Photos by fotophortress/Alyssa Herrman. check out more photos from the show HERE:

Check out the latest Live Video from DOWN - this one for "Witchtripper". Watch in 1080P/5.1 Surround Sound where available..DOWN performing "Witchtripper" Live at SouthPort Hall in New Orleans..Shot on location by Mike Holderbeast and the Cement Level Crew: Caro Bab, John Deal, Mark Duplantis, and Steven W. Richardson..Audio Recorded and Mastered by Steven W Richardson...Special Thanks to Kate Richardson and DOWN. Mark Bagnetto and Crew.....

Episode 5 "Vulgar Display of Feelings": Metal god Philip H. Anselmo agrees to undergo group counseling with delusional manchild Dave Hill in an effort to get the goat that also happens to be his grandmother back safe and sound. There's not a dry seat in the house as Dr. Joe Randazzo helps Philip and Dave get in touch with their feelings. Watch this one with the whole family probably. Starring Philip H. Anselmo (Pantera, Down Superjoint Ritual, The Illegals, Etc.) and comedian Dave Hill with special guest Joe Randazzo. Directed by Chris Lee with Joe Randazzo. Written by Chris Lee, Dave Hill, and Phil Anselmo. Edited by Phil Costello. Produced by Chris Lee.

Watch DOWN perform on Yahoo Live from their show in Spokane, WA on December 15th from their "Punk Rock But Kinda Not" Tour. Rewatch Right HERE:

bc.ctvnews.com Ten years ago this week the world of rock suffered one of its greatest tragedies when a deranged fan murdered ex-Pantera guitarist ‘Dimebag’ Darrell Abbott and three others at a concert in Columbus, Ohio. By that point Pantera had disbanded, their arena-filling metal power dissolved in a war of words and acrimony. A decade later, that band’s vocalist Phil Anselmo, if not a changed man, is a more reflective one. His written tribute to his one-time friend in Rolling Stone unveiled a broad crack of humility in a performer whose musical persona has been wrapped in unwavering, never back down, never apologize masculinity for over 25 years. Truly, the Ernest Hemingway of heavy metal. All of which made the arrival of Down, Anselmo’s major artistic venture for the past decade, at a packed Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver last night that much more fascinating. If this was a week for mourning, this wasn’t a night for quiet contemplation. This was a celebration of life, the band exploding onto the stage with a ferocious opening salvo of “Eyes of the South” and “Witchtripper.” Anselmo made a point of toasting his fallen friend at the first opportunity, dedicating “Lifer” to “Our brother, Dimebag Darrell.” Anselmo’s claim that Abbott had made him a warmer human being was slowly revealing itself as the songs and links passed. Although you’d have to listen closely to notice it beyond the screams and the scowl. “They held us up for four hours at the f***in’ border,” he moaned as part of his lengthy introduction to “Ghosts Along the Mississippi, before being distracted by a pair of bare breasts proudly displayed by a female crowd surfer. “I’m not touching them. Believe me I’d love to… Now sing along with the old man!” The band was lapping up the fun, pulling poses and flinging hair and beards with glorious abandon. With several lifetimes of metal experience between them, they somehow combined advanced musical dexterity while maintaining the looseness of a bunch of friends getting together to drink beer and play rock and roll. Which, in essence, is exactly what Down is: a point made eloquently by a less-than-coherent cover of David Essex’s forgotten pop groove “Rock On.” Down might not take themselves seriously these days, but their music still resonates with gravitas. “Hogshead Dogshead” and “Lose It All” reenergised the mosh pit with punishing heaviness. “We’re cute, we’re fast, and we’re hot,” nodded Anselmo with a hint of an ironic smile as he led the band off stage before the encore. “We love you! Y’all want to hear more you know what to do. I need a cigarette.” The band returned two minutes later, Anselmo armed with a lit cigarette and a nearly empty bottle of white wine, before launching into a brilliant “Stone The Crow” (still the greatest example of the yet-to-be-mined country-metal genre) complete with audience sing-along, and a version of “Bury Me In Smoke” that concluded with support acts King Parrot and Orange Goblin snatching Down’s instruments from them, leaving the band free to shake hands with the crowd while the music continued. Dimebag Darrell may have left us, but his spirit lives on. Messy, sweaty, noisy and funny, Down just delivered probably the most exhilarating night of rock and roll Vancouver has seen this year.

      Check out some photos by Stephanie Cabral that she captured from DOWN'S LA show on December 6th. Be sure to check out MORE of Stephanie's photos at RevolverMag.com  

metalhammer.teamrock.com Legendary frontman Philip Anselmo brought a host of hooligans through Los Angeles on the aptly named 'punk rock, but kinda not tour' this weekend. Here's five reasons why we still have a hangover... READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE

Rollingstone.com On the 10th anniversary of the guitarist's death, Pantera's former vocalist pays tribute I remember Dimebag as a warrior. He was not only an incredible guitar player and personality but also within the Pantera gang of band members and road crew, he was a very dynamic personality, always very demanding of everybody. And he had a magic way of showing you his appreciation. The way he went out, using the word "murder" is always a stark, cold, hideous thing. None of this shit gets easier for me. It actually keeps getting tougher and tougher. For me, personally, I've yet to come to terms with it. I don't see the sense. I don't see the everything-happens-for-a-reason attitude. This year is the toughest yet. But when I think about Dimebag, 99 percent of the time, it's always the hilarious great times, and then one percent of the time it's regrettable times, on my part. I think of Dime every day of my life. I'm a vivid dreamer and he's in a lot of my dreams. When I dream about Dimebag, it's always good times back when we used to travel in the blue van or his souped-up yellow Camaro, where he would just terrorize his little Arlington, Texas, neighborhood. He was just fucking hilarious, tearing into people's lawns or smashing into fucking mailboxes. He was a fucking wild man. Read more: http://www.rollingstone.com/music/features/phil-anselmo-remembers-dimebag-darrell-i-think-of-him-every-day-20141208#ixzz3LWKIQvME

Listen to the latest interview with Pepper Kennan who touched base with KSSI 102.7 I-ROCK while on their current "Punk Rock But Kinda Not" Tour.   Listen HERE! https://www.facebook.com/pages/A-CHANGE-IN-PACE-PRODUCTIONS/106026592761506?sk=app_2405167945

Check out some photos of DOWN crushing it in New Orleans on the opening night of their "Punk Rock But Kinda Not" tour. All photos by Jody Dorignac. [caption id="attachment_3853" align="alignleft" width="800"] Photo by: Jody Dorignac[/caption] [caption id="attachment_3852" align="alignleft" width="800"] Photo by: Jody Dorignac[/caption] [caption id="attachment_3851" align="alignleft" width="800"] Photo by: Jody Dorignac[/caption] [caption id="attachment_3850" align="alignleft" width="800"] Photo by: Jody Dorignac[/caption]

DOWN IV Part II EP is available as MP3's on Amazon for $5 as a special promotion. This promotion runs 12/2 through 12/22. Don't have the EP yet? Download it for $5 on Amazon.

Episode 4 "Unscared": Metal god Philip H. Anselmo lets delusional manchild Dave Hill loose on an unsuspecting public, where he meets an actual woman. Philip also schools Dave on stage banter, corpse paint, and other important topics. Then Philip and Dave get in a huge fight from which they may never recover! It's nuts. There is also breakfast cereal. Starring Philip H. Anselmo (Pantera, Down Superjoint Ritual, The Illegals, Etc.) and comedian Dave Hill. Directed by Chris Lee with Joe Randazzo. Written by Chris Lee, Dave Hill, and Phil Anselmo. Edited by Phil Costello. Produced by Chris Lee.

Episode 3 "Metal or Not Metal?": Metal god Philip H. Anselmo puts delusional manchild Dave Hill to the test with a round of heavy metal flash cards. Then Phil makes Dave sit in a closet for a seriously long time while he makes an awesome salad. Also, Dave rents a goat. In short, this one pretty much has everything. Starring Philip H. Anselmo (Pantera, Down Superjoint Ritual, The Illegals, Etc.) and comedian Dave Hill. Directed by Chris Lee with Joe Randazzo. Written by Chris Lee, Dave Hill, and Phil Anselmo. Edited by Phil Costello. Produced by Chris Lee.

Rent for $1.99 (Stream for 24-hours) Buy for $6.99 (streaming + download anytime) Featured Interviews: Noam Chomsky, Philip H. Anselmo, Mark Farner, John Sinclair, Marc Maron, Dick Wagner, Gordie Johntson, Jeff Burrows, Jim McCarty, Muruga Booker, Richie Hawtin and Kelly Hoppe. There’s something about “Border City Music Project” and its encouraging closing statement that gnaws at the mind. As world-renowned analytic philosopher, political commentator and media critic Noam Chomsky intones: “The people do resist; the people refuse to be controlled,” we blink and see a glimmer of hope amid the despair of isolation. Jon Gillies slick yet gritty documentary — imbued with the “stink” of Windsor, the history of Detroit and the rhythms of both — sprints across the screen in an 80-minute, helter-skelter attempt to wake us from our slumber. Given its first showing last month to a packed Capitol Theatre and greeted by rapturous applause as Chomsky’s statement segued into the end credits — “Border City Music Project” shakes us, and challenges us to understand how culture has been co-opted by corporate puppeteers who take advantage of our complacency to slowly devour our freedoms and legislate our every waking moment. It exposes how engineered media conglomerates, under the aegis of an elite few, have systematically starved us of real information with which to form our opinions. Instead, we are force-fed ideas that we mistake for our own. We become docile cattle, blissfully unaware that we are being controlled and exploited. BCMP warns us that we’re being homogenized, robotized, marginalized and lobotomized. It’s 80 minutes well spent. From its edgy cinematography to its musically confident sound to its emphatic voices, BCMP forces us to pay attention and asks us to carry on the conversation in a search for answers. Like Marshal McLuhan before him, Gillies sprinkles his message with imagery and aphorisms, and trusts his audience to deduce a personal meaning and to perhaps effect personal change. Fifty years ago, in describing our culture as “long accustomed to splitting and dividing all things as a means of control,” Marshall McLuhan realized that people only see the obvious and are blinded to the bigger picture. (Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man. New York: McGraw Hill, 1964.) As Mark Federman, Chief Strategist, McLuhan Program in Culture and Technology observes: “In doing so, we largely miss the structural changes in our affairs that are introduced subtly, or over long periods of time. “Whenever we create a new innovation — be it an invention or a new idea — many of its properties are fairly obvious to us. We generally know what it will nominally do, or at least what it is intended to do, and what it might replace. We often know what its advantages and disadvantages might be. “But it is also often the case that, after a long period of time and experience with the new innovation, we look backward and realize that there were some effects of which we were entirely unaware at the outset.” It is against these effects that Gillies’ on-camera guests rail. “Border City Music Project” doesn’t name names. The names don’t matter. Gillies shows us the dots but he doesn’t connect them all. BCMP is, after all, intended as a diagnosis, not a cure. There is no spoonful of medicine. There is no quick fix. There is simply work to be done to first understand Gillies’ message then decide what to do with the knowledge. At the very least, having heard its clear-channel inspired message, we know the import of sharing our awakening. “Border City Music Project” is a non-linear Mobius Strip of a movie, a documentary that may be difficult to fully grasp on one viewing. It’s a cautionary narrative that invites personal interpretations. Fraught with fragmented historical imagery, it is a challenging collection of sound bytes, reflective of the very malaise it seeks to expose. But it is also elegantly nuanced and accessible so that everyone should question at least one facet of modern life, and feel the urge to discuss and dissect our culture in the corporeal company of friends. If, as McLuhan espoused, the medium has always been the message; if Detroit and Windsor were birthed in industry and cauterized in conflict; if Motown and the Rose City truly were the epicentre of music and creativity for three decades; and if this conjoined city/town truly is still a haven for free thought that can spawn a clarion call such as The Border City Music Project, then there is still hope. Just who will hear and who will share the message, and just who will form and join the resistance, remains to be seen. Executive Producer: Iron Street Studio Director: Jon Gillies Co-producer: Dusty D'Annunzio Associate Producer: Mark Farner Written/Narrated by: Jon Gillies Edited by: Jon Gillies Photographed by: Jon Gillies Featured Interviews: Noam Chomsky, Philip H. Anselmo, Mark Farner, John Sinclair, Marc Maron, Dick Wagner, Gordie Johntson, Jeff Burrows, Jim McCarty, Muruga Booker, Richie Hawtin and Kelly Hoppe. Border City Music Project Sounds Cultural Alarm By Steve Colm

In an overwhelming outpouring of sympathy and condolences, friends, fans and bands globally remember Housecore Horror Film Festival co-founder/best-selling true crime author, Corey Mitchell, who died of a heart attack Monday October 27, 2014 at Emo’s, venue home of the event.

Partner/Housecore Records head, Philip H. Anselmo, was among the first to speak out: “This is devastating on so many levels, I can’t and won’t go into how tremendous a loss Corey’s untimely death truly is. I was introduced to Corey first and foremost as a best-selling crime author, and shortly after that meeting I agreed to have him as my co-writer of an unfinished novel I’d been working on. It was his idea to create a horror and film festival that would became The Housecore Horror Festival. He had a vision, and no one worked harder than him to see the event through. But forget festivals. Forget books. We lost a great friend. From all of us here at Housecore Records, we extend our utmost condolences to his wife, Audra, and his two beautiful young daughters… We lost a brother. We lost a great man with a passion for everything that we love. He will be unfathomably missed… RIP Corey. His legacy will never be forgotten, nor will his friendship.”

Elsewhere the sentiment echoes:

"It's really strange, confusing and hard to even write this. I met Corey Mitchell when he was staying with Philip H. Anselmo for a few days to talk about organizing Phil's biography. Corey was a published author of true crime novels and a total extreme horror movie/music fan. He called me out of the blue a little while later and asked me to be on some panels at SXSW and other things just because he respected me and was a fan of EYEHATEGOD. He was the gears and ignition of Housecore Horror Film Fest; he put his heart and soul into the festival 1000% and made things happen the way they were supposed to. He was a friend and an amazing person to work with. I will truly miss the man." -- Mike IX Williams, EYEHATEGOD

“I write with heavy hand today in remembrance of a great man, Corey Mitchell. I'd like to express my deepest sympathies to his family and closest friends. Corey Mitchell and Phil Anselmo gave ANCIENT VVISDOM a tremendous opportunity, to be a part of the first Housecore Horror Film Festival. I will forever be grateful for that. As everyone who knew him knows, he loved what he did and that made him happy. That's one of the most important things in life I think.” – Nathan Opposition, ANCIENT VVISDOM

“Corey Mitchell was one step ahead of you, and did the work of ten people while making it look easy. Corey Mitchell loved to crack his elbow joints and was the undisputed air guitar champion of the world. What’s that banging sound? That’s Corey Mitchell typing. With the same three fingers. Corey Mitchell used to catch crabs when he was a kid using only a wooden rod and bacon strips. Corey Mitchell’s Boston accent impression sounded more like a scene from Goodfellas, and included way too much shoulder shrugging and eyebrow lifting. Corey Mitchell was a cookie and ice cream fiend, and liked to pick all the chocolate candies out of the trail mix bowl. Corey Mitchell fucking loved Aphex Twin and eight-hour Spotify playlists. Corey Mitchell made the goofiest faces and did the silliest walks. If you placed a sound machine anywhere within his reach, it would be pressed. Repeatedly. Corey Mitchell almost burned my house down while ‘helping’ to cook fettuccine, and wrote his notes on plain white paper – no lines, no notebooks. He was in awe of his fireball daughters and worshipped his mother. His gentle heart housed a deep, fierce love for his family, friends and his festival. Corey Richard Mitchell was the king of the falcons and had the most beautiful wingspan. I can’t imagine this world without such a special person in it, but will spend the rest of my life feeling grateful for the time I had with him.” -- Susie Winfield "Film Wrangler" for Housecore Horror Film Festival

“When CHILD BITE played the first HHFF, we were so blown away by the lineup it was hard to imagine year #2 even coming close. Somehow they pulled it off with yet another incredible selection of bands. I got to see some of my all time favorites (Napalm Death, Gwar, Samhain) as well as rad new underground acts (Acid Witch, King Parrot, Author & Punisher). Our live set there was a blast on the new outdoor stage, and we had fun screening our latest music video in one of the movie tents as well. Everything at HHFF is curated and operated incredibly well for being such a new, DIY event. The passing of Corey Mitchell was absolutely shocking; we were en route to New Orleans for another show when I received word from Kate. Corey was so enthusiastic & supportive throughout the fest, not just to me but literally every person he came in contact with. We worked on the HHFF magazine ads together leading up to the fest, and as far as being a ‘client’ he was the best; Positive and on top of his stuff. I'm pissed off that I won't be able to work with him again. Our hearts go out to his wife and two daughters.” – Shawn Knight, CHILD BITE

“I don't know where to begin, from the volunteers to the fans and the bands, I was floored honored and very thankful to had been a part of such a successful event and it all was due to the efforts of one particular beautiful man we all loved and knew as a true sweetheart with a drive like no other: Corey Mitchell. My heart deeply hurts for his children and remaining family. I'm sure the same goes for all who knew Corey. Every time I ever saw Corey he met me with a genuine sweet smile that I adored and made sure that all was well. He went out of his way to make it happen for ya without a blink. Every time Corey and I would see each other I was in the artist lounge and he would crack up and say, ‘every time I see you Marzi, you got a plate of BBQ in your hand,’ and he was right HA. We would laugh and be on our way. Of all festivals I have ever played or attended I can't say I've felt more love all around then the HHFF this year. It was a beautiful learning experience and I want to thank all that were there from the bottom of my heart and say that Corey I love you and you will be forever in all our hearts man. You are a legend. RIP.” -- Marzi Montazeri, PHILIP H. ANSELMO & THE ILLEGALS

“The second we got to the hotel we were greeted by the guys in Portal, big Phil Anselmo himself, our Eyehategod and Author & Punisher friends and invited back to a ‘Barbecue.’ Of course that didn't sound very up my alley as I don't eat meat. I'm a bitter, crotchety bastard when fresh off a flight of any length, but a chance to hang out with the hommies as opposed to sitting in a hotel was a chance I took... and boy am I glad I did. Lo and behold we ended up at Corey Mitchell's place and he couldn't have been more gracious. While we all hung outside drinking and getting to know each other, Corey diligently conducted business related to the incredible backend that goes on with a fest of this magnitude. While we all partied, he was busy making sure the next few days would happen flawlessly, which they did. Right off the bat I knew this guy was the hard working brains behind the operation and what a powerful mind that must have been. Here's a best-selling true crime author showing me, one of those guys who gets to the bottom of a page in a book and has no idea what the hell he just read, where the bathroom is in his beautiful and hard earned abode. He was jovial and in good spirits while working on something that would have had me being a bogged down nervous wreck on the verge of a panic attack. He did it all with a smile. He was a very standup guy and without him, the mountains of fun that many, many, MANY horror fans and metalheads had those three days would not have happened. It ended in tragedy and that's something I'm still having a hard time wrapping my mind around. We were just there with him. People of earth... grab your loved ones and tell them how you feel. It may be the last time you do. That's just how life is. Rest in peace, Corey Mitchell.” -- Travis Ryan, CATTLE DECAPITATION

“Corey's passing is a real tragedy. No one worked harder than him on the Housecore Horror Film Festival. My thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.” – John Jarvis, FULGORA

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Housecore Horror Film Festival co-founder/best-selling true crime author, Corey Mitchell, suffered a deadly heart attack early Monday morning at Emo's, venue home of the event. Mitchell's tragic and untimely passing follows the fest's second epically successful weekend of metal and horror.   Said partner/Housecore Records head, Philip H. Anselmo, in an official statement: "This is stunning. After a weekend of incredible bands, awesome horror films and masses of fantastic people, tragically, unexpectedly, and with heart-crushing reality, co-founder of The Housecore Horror Film Festival, Corey Mitchell, passed away Monday, October 27th 2014, after the event ended. This is devastating on so many levels, I can't and won't go into how tremendous a loss Corey's untimely death truly is. I was introduced to Corey first and foremost as a best-selling crime author, and shortly after that meeting I agreed to have him as my co-writer of an unfinished novel I'd been working on. It was his idea to create a horror and film festival that would became The Housecore Horror Festival. He had a vision, and no one worked harder than him to see the event through. But forget festivals. Forget books. We lost a great friend. From all of us here at Housecore Records, we extend our utmost condolences to his wife, Audra, and his two beautiful young daughters. This is devastating on countless personal levels, and I'm finding it difficult to type these lines. We lost a brother. We lost a great man with a passion for everything that we love. He will be unfathomably missed... RIP Corey. His legacy will never be forgotten, nor will his friendship. With supremely heavy hearts, we mourn. Sincerely - Philip H. Anselmo"   Corey Mitchell was a Los Angeles Times and Borders International Group bestselling author of several true crime books including Hollywood Death Scenes, Dead And Buried, Murdered Innocents, Evil Eyes, Strangler, Pure Murder, and Savage Son. Mitchell was also the founder of the #1 true crime blog, In Cold Blog, a former blogger for the Discovery Channel's Hollywood on Crime blog, contributor to MetalSucks, and the horror film festival blogger for Bloody Disgusting. Mitchell's eighth true crime book, Teach Me To Kill, about the murder of Diane Tilly, will be released in the coming weeks. A fund is being set up to help Mitchell's wife Audra and two daughters. Details to be announced soon.   http://www.facebook.com/HousecoreHorrorFilmFestival http://www.housecorehorrorfilmfestival.com Corey Mitchell's Books on Amazon Corey Mitchell's Books on Barnes & Noble.com

AUTOGRAPH SERIES: PHIL ANSELMO #3

AustinChronicle.com [caption id="attachment_3812" align="alignleft" width="300"] Anselmo onstage at Emo’s last year for Housecore Horror BY JOHN LEACH[/caption] Pantera legend Phil Anselmo remains an expert on at least two disciplines: extreme music and horror films. Accordingly, the two intersect this weekend at his Housecore Horror Film Festival. In honor of this monster convergence of movies and heavy metal, the singer reunites Superjoint (sans Ritual) on Sunday at Emo’s. The three-day event, organized by Anselmo and true crime author and Austinite Corey Mitchell, runs through Sunday at Emo’s and Midway Field House (the old Antone’s) on the same block. Dozens of new and classic film screenings, panels, and live performances from Neurosis, Danzig/Samhain, Gwar, Eyehategod, Napalm Death, Portal, Cattle Decapitation, Decapitated, and more. Lamb of God vocalist Randy Blythe submits to an interview and metal-worshiping comic Brian Posehn also performs. Austin Chronicle: This festival’s tailored for people who love metal and horror movies. Where do those art forms crossover? Phil Anselmo: It harkens me back to my gut feelings on genres like death metal. I don’t even think there’d be death metal if it weren’t for the classic possession movies like The Exorcist or Evil Dead. I think the guttural sounds of the demons inspired death metal vocals big time. Horror flicks also have religious overtones – Rosemary’s Baby – and bands have always exploited that symbolism in their content. Just look at black metal. AC: What’s a band the average fan might not know, but that you’re pumped to see at HHFF? PA: I’m going with Portal from Australia. They’re the greatest death metal band right now and that’s saying a lot. They’re unique, insane, and extremely technical, but they have a looseness about them. They’ve almost invented their own type of groove. AC: Danzig and Samhain are huge scores for the Festival. Were you a Misfits fan growing up? PA: Absolutely. One hundred percent. AC: Glenn Danzig shares your love for horror movies. What’s your relationship with him like? PA: We’ve always been friendly with each other. I grew up a huge Misfits fan. When Pantera was just dippin’ our toes into mainstream waters, Danzig already had a successful solo career. The first time we met, I was in Los Angeles and Pantera was opening for S.O.D. That was a hell of a show. Glenn was in the audience and on my way backstage we made eye contact. I thought, “This guy has no idea who I am,” but he walked up to me, shook my hand, and smiled. He gave me props right off the bat because I was always wearing Misfits shirts. Being the aggressive type of frontman I am, Glenn has always been a huge influence. The respect there was super mutual and always has been and still is to this day. AC: How does the music lineup come together for Housecore? PA: A lot of times it’s me saying, “I want this band!” I also get bounce back from Corey or one of the other coordinators who know which bands are available and we got to try and grab them. A lot of bands book their whole year ahead of time, so all that’s a little fuckin’ tricky. But a lot of the time, it’s my choice. The other 30 percent of the time, it’s suggestions. AC: Last year HHFF had Down and Phil Anselmo & the Illegals. Did you decide to do Superjoint this year to do something different? PA: According to Corey Mitchell, there was a poll taken of what reunion band the audience wanted the most – excluding Pantera because we know the problems there – and Superjoint got voted in. It wasn’t something I’d even considered. We put our heads down, thought about it, and I always want to give the people what they want. So Jimmy Bower and I got together and started jamming. It felt really good so we said, “Let’s just go kick fuckin’ ass on a one-off show. No harm, no foul.” AC: So no follow up tour? PA: Nah, not right now, Jack. I’m booked. All of a sudden, there’s offers coming in, but I’m not taking any of that shit seriously. AC: Who’s rounding out the lineup? PA: We’ll leave that element a surprise because we do have some tricks up our sleeve. AC: I wondered if Bobby from Down is involved because he’s an Austin favorite. PA: No, but Bobby’s a fuckin’ fantastic help to the entire festival. He’s one of the greatest. We are talking about my Bobby from Down correct? AC: Our Bobby – Bobby Landgraf from Honky! PA: Ah hell yeah, that’s right. Austin’s boy! He’s been an incredible ambassador for this festival. He helps make this shit happen. AC: What was your favorite moment from last year’s HHFF? PA: Having Goblin there scoring Susperia was amazing. That was surreal. Dale Crover jamming with Eyehategod was unbelievable. Without the Melvins, the entire New Orleans thing as far as slowcore goes – I don’t know what the fuck else to call it, most media call it sludge, but we’re kind of against that around here – that slow and deliberate playing in a Black Sabbath type fashion, the Melvins were the biggest influence. Especially for Jimmy Bower to start a band like Eyehategod. To see Dale up there, in the wake of the death of Joey LaCaze, was incredible. Last year was so laid back and cool. It had this adult family atmosphere. What a fuckin’ blast man. I can’t wait for this weekend. AC: Okay man, keep the festival in Austin. PA: Fuck, I love Austin, man. Texas is my second home and I’m making sure people know that.

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Episode 2 "The Awakening": Metal god Philip H. Anselmo schools young grasshopper Dave Hill on headbanging, heavy metal vocals, and the most extreme of all breakfast cereals. Oh, and Dave takes a phone message for Phil from King Diamond, which is awesome.

classicrock.teamrock.com Phil Anselmo has been forced to delay the release of his forthcoming book Mouth For War: Pantera And Beyond. Written by Anselmo and Corey Mitchell, it was originally due to be published in January – but the frontman has been too busy touring with Down and Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals to complete the project. He tells Jack Antonio: "The autobiography is something I've got to delay because I've been working my ever-loving balls off this entire year. To really get down and write a comprehensive, fun book to read, I can’t have any other distractions. Because living out on the road is one thing and I have a set regimen and I really can't deviate from that process.” He continues: “I haven't had much time to think about the book all that much aside from keeping in touch with Corey. I know he's been busy organising the Housecore Horror Film And Music Festival himself. “There is a little bit of a delay on the book. The more I learn about it and its release date, the more you cats will learn about it. But as of right now, it's just hit the brakes." The book is billed as “a no-holds-barred look inside of Philip's brain, his history with Pantera, the loss of his best friend Dimebag Darrell and an unflinching examination into the downward spiral of pain and drug addiction that nearly cost him his life." Anselmo will play the Housecore Horror Film And Music Festival in Texas later this month. He’ll reunite with Superjoint Ritual under the shortened name Superjoint for the show – but he’s insisted it’s “100% a one-off.”

Check out some behind the scenes photos from the DOWN "Conjure" video shoot. Photos taken by Jody Dorignac. Stay tuned for music video....coming soon!                                           Photo By Jody Dorignac  

LoudWire.com [caption id="attachment_3763" align="alignleft" width="630"] Liz Ramanand, Loudwire[/caption] The beginning of the last day of Motorhead’s Motorboat Cruise began on a peaceful note as we went to the aptly named Serenity Deck for some rock and roll yoga, which featured Led Zeppelin tunes. The rest of the last day aboard the Carnival Ecstasy was anything but peaceful and serene. Lines of fans wrapped around the ninth floor of the ship as crowds gathered for David Ellefson’s book signing, along with meet and greets with Motorhead, Zakk Wylde, Down and numerous others. Over on the Deck Stage, female fronted band Cilver gave a memorable second performance. Later in the day, High on Fire’s set was one of the best on the outdoor stage. Down members Philip Anselmo and bassist Pat Bruders were rocking out in support of High on Fire’s incredible set. After that, Zakk Wylde also performed his second acoustic set of the cruise. In the Starlight Lounge, some serious partying was going on as Danko Jones tore it up in the very intimate space. Party band Wilson also performed their second set to round things off on a fun note. The foundation of the Blue Sapphire Theater might never be the same again as it saw a lot of action on the final day at sea. Heavy hitters Testament, Anthrax and Motorhead all played their final sets of the cruise. The almighty Metal Allegiance of all-star jam ended things right. While the set included many of the musicians from the first Metal Allegiance set, it also boasted a guest appearance from Testament guitarist Alex Skolnick, plus Motorhead members Phil Campbell and Mikkey Dee joined Anthrax’s Joey Belladonna onstage for one song. Philip Anselmo rounded out the night as he performed Pantera songs like ‘Goddamn Electric’ and ‘5 Minutes Alone.’ Of course the night ended with ‘F—ing Hostile.’ How could it not? As we pulled into Port of Miami with ears ringing and sore necks, we soon realized that Motorhead’s Motorboat Cruise was one boat ride that both metal fans and bands will never forget. We can’t wait for Motorboat 2015! Read More: Motorboat Day 4: Metal Allegiance, Motorhead, Anthrax + More | http://loudwire.com/motorboat-day-4-metal-allegiance-motorhead-anthrax-high-on-fire-more-close-out-cruise/?trackback=tsmclip

Episode 1 "Origins": Metal god Philip H. Anselmo reluctantly agrees to share his heavy metal wisdom with delusional manchild Dave Hill.

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To the DOWN Brotherhood of Osaka,

It is with great disappointment to announce that DOWN will be unable to perform Thursday October 16th due to unforeseen weather conditions in the bands hometown of New Orleans.



These conditions were out of our control and made it impossible to get to Osaka in time for their performance.



DOWN has tremendous respect and admiration for the people of Osaka and will make every effort possible to reschedule the show in the near future.



We humbly apologize for any inconvenience and we thank you for your patience and understanding as well as your loyalty and support.



With great respect,



DOWN management



 



大阪のDOWNファンの皆へ



この度、DOWNの地元ニューオリンズでの予期せぬ天候のため、10/16 (木)DOWN大阪公演までに到着するのが困難になり



キャンセル発表しないといけないことをとても残念に思います。



運営/関係者の方々にはとても感謝していますし、また近い将来、大阪に戻ってこられるように全力を尽くしたいと思います。



楽しみにしてくださった方々に心からお詫びを申し上げます。

Charged.FM BY ELIZABETH RAMANAND Anytime we get to see Down, it’s always a good time. Seeing Down on a massive ship is even better. The band held two incredible performances on the Carnival Ecstasy during this year’s Motorboat Cruise. The band’s first set was outside on the Deck Stage while their second was held in the Blue Sapphire Theater. Frontman Phil Anselmo pulled multiple shifts as he also performed some Pantera anthems with Metal Allegiance. Check CHARGED.fm for all of you metal ticketing needs! Check out all photos by Liz HERE!

NEW SHOW ALERT! 9pm this Friday and Saturday see's the premiere of Scuzz TV's Bloodstock: Access All Areas shows! Hosted by Dan P. Carter, this 2 part special features live performances, interviews, all the mischief from backstage and we take a look at all Bloodstock Festival has to offer! Part 1 premieres FRIDAY 3rd, Part 2 SATURDAY 4th October! Check it out on SCUZZ TV!

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DOWN will kick off their Punk Rock But Kinda Not 2014 Tour on November 29th in New Orleans, LA at the Southport Music Hall. VIP Packages are available NOW! General public on sale is Friday, September 26th. Don't miss out on DOWN's hometown show!

VIP Pre-Sale Available NOW with General on-sale Beginning Friday, September 19th. Metal legends Down have announced the Punk Rock But Kinda Not Tour 2014. The 15-date trek, which marks the band’s first proper headlining run in support of their new EP, begins on December 1st and makes stops throughout the West Coast, Midwest, and Canada (full list of dates below). Down will be joined by Orange Goblin, BL’AST!, and King Parrot. VIP package pre-sales are available here with the general on-sale beginning Friday, September 19th. Down frontman Phil Anselmo says, "Down are coming your way with some killer fucking bands - so come out to the fucking shows!” The tour is in support of the Down’s latest EP, ‘Down IV – Part Two,’ which was released in May via Down Records/ADA and was the band’s highest charting release to-date (#1 on iTunes’ Rock Albums chart; #23 on Billboard’s Top 200). The EP has been met with a slew of critical acclaim, such as Decibel who proclaimed, "From Phil Anselmo's feral opening scream to his last spectral croon, Down doesn't waste a hook or a minute of your time. Jimmy Bower's beats are the perfect bar-brawling accomplices for the rowdy riffs conjured by Pepper Keenan and newcomer Bobby Landgraf, kicking the songs in the guts for extra giddy." “We Knew Him Well” – the EP’s lead single – has also garnered praise, with Stereogum calling it "a titanic, bludgeoning deep-head-nod groove...it's gloriously messy but locked-in in the way that only New Orleans metal bands can pull off." The official video for “We Knew Him Well” was premiered on Billboard.com and can be viewed here. With a collective resume encompassing Pantera, Corrosion of Conformity, Eyehategod, and Crowbar Down puffed out its first haze of sonic smoke from the underbelly of gritty old New Orleans on the 1995 platinum-selling classic, ‘Nola.’ Since then, the band has released ‘Down II: A Bustle In Your Hedgerow’ (2002), ‘Down III: Over the Under’ (2007), ‘Diary of a Mad Band’ live CD/DVD (2010), and ‘Down IV - Part One’ EP (2012). Their live shows have built a certain lore due to their fierce and loyal following with unforgettable runs alongside Metallica, Heaven & Hell, The Melvins, Black Label Society as well as coveted spots on Download, Soundwave, Hellfest, Bloodstock, and OZZfest. BL’AST! joins the tour starting in LA on 12/6. Down Tour Dates: 12/1 - San Antonio, TX / The Aztec Theater - BUY VIP 12/3 - Las Vegas, NV / House of Blues - BUY VIP 12/5 – Riverside, CA Riverside / Municipal Auditorium - BUY VIP 12/6 - Los Angeles, CA / The Wiltern - BUY VIP 12/7 – Sacramento, CA / Ace of Spades - BUY VIP 12/8 - San Francisco, CA / The Fillmore - BUY VIP 12/10 – Seattle, WA / The Showbox - BUY VIP 12/11 – Vancouver, BC / Commodore Ballroom - BUY VIP 12/13 – Edmonton, AB / Union Hall - BUY VIP 12/14 – Calgary, AB / Flames Central - BUY VIP 12/15 – Spokane, WA / Knitting Factory Concert House - BUY VIP 12/17 – Denver, CO / The Summit Music Hall - BUY VIP 12/19 - Oklahoma City, OK / Diamond Ballroom - BUY VIP 12/20 – Dallas, TX / Gas Monkey Music Hall - BUY VIP 12/21 – Houston, TX / Warehouse Live – Ballroom - BUY VIP **Down will also be performing on the Motörhead's Motörboat cruise, which is set for sail September 22-26. Down IV – Part Two’ EP is available for purchase here at iTunes.

Noisey, the music arm of VICE, presents "NOLA: Life, Death And Heavy Blues From The Bayou", a seven-part series examining the people and the culture that helped foster bands like DOWN, EYEHATEGOD, CROWBAR, ACID BATH, GOATWHORE and many others. Launching on September 16, the series features appearances from names like Philip H. Anselmo (Housecore Records, DOWN, ex-PANTERA), Mike IX Williams (EYEHATEGOD), Jimmy Bower (EYEHATEGOD, DOWN, SUPERJOINT RITUAL), Kirk Windstein (CROWBAR, ex-DOWN), Pepper Keenan (CORROSION OF CONFORMITY, DOWN), and Sammy Duet (GOATWHORE, ex-ACID BATH), among others, discussing the bands, Hurricane Katrina, drugs, suicide, murder, and records that helped shape the New Orleans sound known the world over. From the crawfish-littered tables of the secluded Anselmo compound to a fishing boat with EYEHATEGOD in the swamps, Noisey delves in deep with the NOLA natives on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting on September 16 and coming to a conclusion on October 7. Produced & Directed by: Jimmy Hubbard and Fred Pessaro Executive Producer: Trevor Silmser Supervising Producer: Andy Capper Associate Producer: Allen Otto Editor: Matthew Caron Hosts: Fred Pessaro and Jake Boyle Sound: Dan Cain Camera:Dan Cain and Jimmy Hubbard ** Subscribe to Noisey on YouTube to stay updated on our daily releases: http://www.youtube.com/noisey Videos, daily editorial and more: http://www.noisey.com Like Noisey on Facebook: http://fb.com/noisey Follow Noisey on Twitter: http://twitter.com/noiseymusic Read our tumblr: http://noiseymusic.tumblr.com Check out our Instagram:http://instagram.com/noisey

MetalHammer.teamrock.com The Down and Pantera frontman talks to us about the music he loves, the first album he had sex to and why he hates Metallica's Load album. Metal Hammer: The Album I First Bought Was… Philip H Anselmo: “I think it was Kiss Alive! It’s very underrated. When people listen to Kiss’s body of work and reflect on their 40-plus years, it can be a little embarrassing, but honestly that first live recording is a very powerful rock album that should not be overlooked.”

http://metalhammer.teamrock.com/features/2014-09-01/discs-of-doom-philip-h-anselmo

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