A songwriter named “cook”….

Ever present and silent, cook, has been witness to that which makes our world alive.
He is simply put….aware.
His love of music and art has brought both beauty and rot to his life, but he has embraced it all. A shy, slightly introverted child, cook wanted nothing more than to laugh and please others. This has not changed in him. He has only discovered how to use music as a way of showing how the moment appears to him.

“We’ve forgotten how we fit into this world like the animals we ALL are. Instincts have been surrendered for ‘social standards’ and ‘public opinion’. People are scrutinized for being deemed selfish while others praised for having attitude. Some will swear how independent they are just to fit-in. Answer me this….do we wear the labels on our clothes, or do they wear us?”

“Listen to your gut. Act on a dream or a passion. Dare to let yourself be truly happy. Relish in the moments alone, by yourself. Count your friends and forget about your enemies. Read. Laugh….and laugh some more. “

All of cook’s music is written from personal experiences and profound moments in his life. Presented in a way that, hopefully, you can relate to your own.

So turn off the phone…
Open a beer…
Have a listen….
Reflect on your good times….
Smile….

…..cook

"Stand in my Way" is the result of Alliance's front man, Joey Polidori, and his will to pursue his passion.

The recording of "Stand in my Way" has attracted the talent that is Alliance. Drummer Brian Salinas, first hearing the title track "Stand in my Way" on Myspace, was more than eager to get behind Joey on stage once he had heard the song. After a few practices together, Brian invited his friend Dave Gillies to play guitar at one of the practices. Dave quickly took the the material shredding every bit as fast as Joey if not faster.

A bassist is is the last position open in Alliance. As for the fans, there will always be plenty of room for you to join the alliance at www.alliancetheband.com.

Alliance is a driving force in the world of progressive metal and will be so for years to come.

Sugarblade was started in July 2004 when Miguel Staunton and Alec Brietzke first sat down together to jam out some songs. Both musicians had just come from broken bands and had been looking forward to doing an acoustic project to take a bit of a break. Realizing that the songs had real potential the duo decided to try the full-band approach once again. Recently coming out of a band herself, (Maverick recording artist, "Lillix"), Kim Urhahn seemed an ideal addition on drums. Soon after, Greg M., an old friend of Alec's, joined the trio on bass, thus completing the band. It became obvious after only a few live shows that Sugarblade had something special. The band gained a loyal following instantly and has been playing relentlessly to rave reviews and an ever-growing fanbase. The band released a 7-song EP entitled "Faux" in July of 2006, which has been selling steadily and exposing them to more and more fans. Several independent and college radio stations have recently added Sugarblade to their regular rotation and the band is poised to take their music to the highest level possible.
Sugarblade considers themselves a rock band with a hint of power-pop. The chemistry of this foursome lies in the fact that each member comes from a different musical background in terms of influences and styles. Take an instantly-recognizable vocalist with a style that is a blend of Morrisey, Muse, and Peter Gabriel. Add a guitarist heavily immersed in the glamrock and metal of the 80's, with a incredible knack for melody. Now add a rhythm section consisting of a rock-solid drummer with an ear for detail, and a metal bassist with a love for all music dark and angry. Combine those elements with great songwriting, a love for what they do and a sound all their own and you have Sugarblade.

•  like a classic
•  How to make a good...
•  Totally!
•  I love anything acoustic...
•  Acoustic Rock Ballad!

Unforgiven are presently performing in pubs and clubs as a cover band, But since August 2007 we have been writing and recording our own material. As of March 2008 none of these songs have been integrated into our set list. We are a 5 peice rock band from Derry (Northern Ireland). We first formed after a group of local musicians collaborated together to put on a Bon Scott Memorial Night. This was in and around 1989. The original line up was

Squanky - Vocals/Bass
Jock - Lead Guitar
Fraz - Rhythmn
Yorkie - Drums

This line up was short lived. We played a support slot to Straight Jacket Memories upstairs in Masons Bar, Derry. That night local singer KOKE guested on 3 of our songs. Next was a 40 minute set at The Jammers MCC annual rally after which we broke up. We kept in contact and then Yorkie went to America to work. On his return to Ireland we got together for his birthday and decided some 14 years later to reform. The new line up consisted of :

Damien White - Vocals
Jock - Lead Guitar
Fraz - Rythmn
Yorkie - Drums
Eamo (Squanky's Brother) - Bass

At the time of writing this 5 years down the line, this remains the longest standing line up. The next change was our frontman. Damien left to dedicate himself to his family.

James - Vocals
Jock - Lead Guitar
Fraz - Rythmn
Yorkie - Drums
Eamo (Squanky's Brother) - Bass

Now with the Addition of Sean (Our Ex Roadie) on Bass. We feel this is our strongest line up to date and it just feels natural that we have now started to write and record our own material. We are still a five piece band, all a little older and wiser and enjoying our music more than ever. We Are

James - Vocals
Jock - Lead Guitar
Fraz - Rythmn
Yorkie - Drums
Sean - Bass

Shaun Campbell, a.k.a. Mad Max, is known for his original bluesy growl, diverse songwriting, and an electric stage performance. He has been performing with various bands for over 15 years. With roots in the Mississipi Delta, he brings blues, country, and rock influences into a melting pot of hard rock excellence. Shaun would find local fame, along with his band REDLINE, in Memphis, Tennessee. They would go on to open up for national acts such as Saliva, Sevendust, Seven Mary Three, North Mississipi All-Stars, Soul Asulym, Switchfoot, and more. Touring the southern United States would take it's toll on the band and they called it quits in 2004. Shaun would go on to front numerous projects finally landing in Key West, Florida to enjoy the sun. Well rested, he has moved to the Tampa Bay area, and with his upcoming project prepares to reclaim his throne as the white boy Howlin' Wolf

Black Elysium are an 80's style 'kick you in the teeth' thrash metal / heavy metal band located in Toronto ON., originaly formed in Nova Scotia by rythym guitarist / lead vocalist Allen Byng and lead / rythym guitarist Justin Conway. After their 2001 demo release of "Drinking Adrenaline" the music scene in Nova Scotia started to turn for the worst. Local clubs were closing their doors to either metal bands or eviction notices. Rather than let the band die with the music scene Allen and Justin decided they had to do something and they had to do it quick. They packed their bags and headed for a bigger city...Toronto, Ontario where they were cursed by line up changes after line up changes due to a lack of commitment. After endless musician classified ads, Allen and Justin's prayers were answered by Newfoundlander Monty Parsons. With more than talent and commitment to offer to the band, Black Elysium's lungs were starting to once again fill with metal and re-birth. Black Elysium are now currently seeking a dedicated bassist and the final member of the band to begin their masquerade to rule the world with an iron fist and clog the ever so needing arteries of the metal society.

"Fule for life, to rule the night,
Off of you we'll feed again,
It's metal's brew, from us to you,
Together we'll be drinking adrenaline"

-Black Elysium

Members:

Allen Byng - Rhythm Guitar / Lead Vocals
Justin Conway - Lead Guitar
Monty Parsons - Drums
Mike Way - Bass Guitar

BORROKA

Slightly Absurdist Neo Progressive Noise Rock

It's 2009, a meaningless year in the era of stressful and grumpy people who think of themselves as very important and have just lost the last grain of fun left in their remote controlled bodies. But thanks to whatever superpower you believe in, there are a few others left to build a great party. And Borroka proudly present itself as a member of these others. Slightly weird, slightly absurdist, without boundaries and, most importantly, with loads of fun. And what about you? Are you up for it? Are you with us on the crusade against the grumpier creatures that move around on the face of the earth? Come on then!

Borroka started in the beginning of 2009 as a collaboration between JJ Borroka and M. Frau. Two creative minds that felt locked up in the world of their existing bands, the touring and the many uninteresting people involved with those bands. Making music is great, but in a band you always have to think twice about crazy stuff. So the two needed something anonymous to do whatever they liked. And soon, more human beings were getting involved in the quest for fun and rock. A unique combination of American and Dutch musicians.

The first Borroka creation was a Sunday morning remake of the famous Motown slime ball hit "Never Been To Me" by Charlene. "Charlene the mean machine" was the perfect translation of what Borroka wanted. Rock music, without the serious and poetic lyrical themes, but with arrangements going just a wee bit over the edge. As always, it's hard to describe a genre, but this is coming close:

Throw Sonic Youth in a pretty big blender, turn it on, remove the lumpy parts, let it rest for a day or so, sculpt a nice Pixie out of it and finish it off with a Frank Zappa moustache.

Shortly after the Charlene thingy, Borroka sneaked into the studio to record their first official release: The Cedric B maxi single. 3 songs without any link between them. Cedric B himself starred in the Cedric B video as the embodiment of everything Borroka is not: Stuck in Society. The biggest achievement was the fun in the air, and that nobody felt pushed or stressed in anyway. Borroka sat down, played, pressed record and did whatever came in mind.

The grand question for the future was, is this possible on a larger scale? An album? Yes it was! "Siberian Tale" is the proof of that. This 9 track album is based on JJ Borroka’s essay A Siberian Tale which tells the story of an imaginary Siberian family. Again, the Borroka platoon invaded the studio, jammed the story in their brains, and started playing. The result was just what was to be expected: Slightly Absurdist Neo Progressive Noise Rock.

And now? We don't know. Maybe we become grumpy people. But that will be just as likely as Richard Branson's Virgin Galactic Space Travel Agency will be a big success.

It all started a couple years ago. It was a bit strange to start getting airplay before I'd ever performed in front of an audience. Sure it was a little weird hearing my songs on the radio while I was still in the studio recording my EP. Yeah, it was quite surprising to know that the songs I was recording just for the sake of having a record of my own music were out there reaching others.

Still... we appreciate what falls in our lap.

Since that crazy year we've played all sorts of great shows.

Somehow I ended up playing bass on Sweet Misery... something to do with a last minute change and a 5 string.

So what? Oh... Sweet Misery features a line about a paramedic rushing to the - nevermind... you'll have to listen to the track.

Our first drummer is now a guitar player and sings in a punkish band. It's not as bad as when you find out your ex came out of the closet after they dumped you though.

Jonathan played bass. He's like a musician magnet. I think he gets propositioned by bands at every show we play. Now he's in Victoria. Chris Brock is taking a shot at the role.

We found our drummer on Craigs List of all things. I can't remember how much we got paid by his last band.

Mickael is the singer guy and guitar player. Someone recently told him he rocks it old school. He hasn't quite recovered from that yet.

Mike likes science, family, and a little ecclecticism.

Veracohr is the result of 65 years of government research into the effects of sub-visible light on the sex drive of the duck-billed platypus.

Bernhard Drax writes music for TV, commercials and feature film. His orchestral score for the  Disney romantic comedy "Sommer" gained critical acclaim in Germany as the film remained among the top ten for 4 consecutive months in 2008.

He played on numerous albums as a sideman, was member of German pop band "Samuel's Dream", recorded for Virgin, BMG and a whole lot of other labels, but his real pride are his three solo albums, the latest being "Bread & Butter".

In the virtual world “Second Life” he creates machinima reportages on social and political issues.  He recently started his own production company draxtor.com and delivered promotional machinima for clients such as Manpower Inc., CommerzBank and Nokia. His reportage on virtual Guantanamo won the 2008 Human Rights Media Awards from internews France. He has spoken on the future of storytelling at the Sundance Film Festival and will be a guest at the first-of-its-kind summit on virtual journalism at Washington State University in April.

Bernhard studied composition at the Richard-Strauss Conservatory in Munich Germany and audio engineering at the University of California at Los Angeles. He is currently in pre-production on the music for a comedy feature (release spring 2010) as well as a staff researcher on the virtual worlds documentary "Login2Life" (release winter 2009). 
Bernhard lives on the Central Coast of California with his wife and son.

SUPERMASSIVE QUAzAR BIO

SQ is literally a one-man musical army. Led by Dominic Lamarre, who by the time he was 34 years old, recorded more than 300 songs, from cool ROCK to very radio-friendly POP to great BALLADS to orchestrated INSTRUMENTALS to indie SOUNDTRACK to just about anything you can imagine.

Growing up with a keen hear, his roots were soaked into CLASSICAL music, ROCK and POP greats like THE BEATLES, QUEEN, PAT BENATAR, DURAN DURAN and also (gasp!) ABBA (not even afraid to admit it the least!). Inspired by a wide number of artists and styles – from NIRVANA, SMASHING PUMPKINS, GREEN DAY, TRAIL OF DEAD, QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE and RADIOHEAD to metal’s finest OPETH to lesser known geniuses like AKIRA YAMAOKA and sElf, always admiring a great female voice/female-fronted band like WITHIN TEMPTATION, NINA GORDON, XANDRIA, AFTER FOREVER, SANDRINE, videogame music guru NUBUO UEMTASU as well as magnificent composer such as DANNY ELFMAN, JERRY GOLDSMITH And JOHN WILLIAMS.

Self-taught, Dominic had never touched a guitar until he saw NIRVANA’s UNPLUGGED in April 1994. Then bought a friend’s cheap acoustic guitar (who had electric strings on it, a trademark he carries to this very day) for 60$, had another write basic guitar chords on a piece of paper, and then started writing songs the day after.

Then came HAPPIER THAN YOU, in 1997. His first band. Something special between 4 friends at the time but that never truly came to fruition. He decided to pursue on his own, creating (properly) SUPERMASSIVE QUAzAR, in 2006. But SQ wasn’t meant to only be a band of one. It was meant to be a musical industry by itself. 300+ songs (recorded, 600+ written) in a mere 6 years is just too much for one band to handle. Plus since SUPERMASSIVE QUAzAR (band) is more into heavy-rock-melodic-pop, not all songs could fit into this category (though to explore musically is a motto nevertheless).

Aside for his publishing deal, many, many recordings and the soundtrack for indie film “DECADENCE PSYCHOTIQUE’, he also joined forces briefly with one of the band members of HAPPIER THAN YOU in 2008 and created a little side project (that created about 20-25 recordings in one year, still) named TEARS OF HEL.

PULzE, SUPERMASSIVE QUAzAR’s first self-produced album was released in 2008.

More to come...

we're a metal band from eaton rapids MI.we jam in a basement and we'll rip your face off. we'renot emo or screamo or anything else that ends with an O. metal.plain and simple

In 1999, Shino formed the initial incarnation of the band, Awful.

At First, Shino worked as a solo artist and Awful was her solo project's name.
In 2002, Taro, who is Shino's brother, joined Awful as a vocalist and guitarist. The two began working together, formally deciding they named the band 'Awful'.
Then, Awful has got moving.

A few years later, Hiroshi ,bassist , joined Awful.

In April 2005, Hiroshi passed away after a long battle with leukemia.

2009 wil be a very very exciting year for the band.
Armed with new member and posture, the band looks forward to playing in front of rock fans in Kyoto!!!

calvaria x es una banda de metal progresivo de republica dominicana, nuestra mision es llevar el mensaje de jesus atravez de una musica agresiva pero a la vez melodiosa co toques tecnicos. estamos en la ciudad de la romana los integrantes son chanel de los santos voz abdiel feliciano guitarra joshuel rijo bajo obed bateria calvariax is a progressive metal band from Dominican republic, our mission is to deliver de gospel of jesus Christ through heavy metal music very aggressive yet melodic and powerful and very techical we live in la romana city the band menber are abdiel feliciano guitar and lead vocals joshuel fostel bass and vocals obed drums Profile

We're changing the band name. We will tell everyone what it is at the next show.

stay tuned.....

•  Shreddin' as usual :)
•  It's good shit.
•  Classic metal
•  ROCK!

There is a New Kid in Town...And he's Smokin' Ray Burnt. He is a Smokin' young guitarist from the highest peaks of the Smokey Mountains. He is a real throwback to the good ol' days of the Instrumental Blues. Is he the next crazy Hendrix or the younger soul of a B.B. King? Maybe.. Go on, Find Out for yourselfAnd So it Begins...Smokin' Ray was born on June 1, 1977, high on top of Smokey Mountain. His Mother and Father were both musicians ( His father played the fiddle, his mother played the accordion.) They had a decent life, poor but not without. As the story goes, Ray was struck by lightning and burnt nothing but his soul. Something came inside of him and now he is what he is. He wasn't hurt...He was just destined for something... He was destined to play the guitar. So from high upon the tree tops the first song he ever heard was the soft/heavy tone of B.B. King's, 'The Thrill is Gone'. That was like magic to his ears. The next? Jimi Hendrix, 'Red House'. 'WOW! He thought to himself, 'I have to do that'. And so he did. He studied all the greats, even as far back as the great Robert Johnson. He learned from John Lee Hooker, SRV, Leadbelly, Chuck Berry, and many others. Lightning Hopkins, 'Lonesome Dog Blues' scared him to shivers. Tucked away in a little studio he recorded by himself. No one could ever guess what would come out of there next. His tone could fall a mountain, his playing could hypnotise you. His brain...insane.Over his short span of playing I think that he really developed his own style. Is he Chicago? Maybe more Texas Style? Perhaps Modern Electric Blues? I don't know, Whatever it is, He calls it the 'Smokey Mountain Style'. Whether SRB is playing clean or dirty you can tell it's him. As you can tell from his acoustic picture and the way he plays, he likes Heavy Metal, Rock and Punk. He is very much influenced by such bands as Metallica, Megadeth, Nirvana, Green Day, AC/DC, Guns & Roses and more. But his true calling is the blues. All you have to do is hear his songs and you will be shown.Where does all this lead up to? I don't know. Maybe something new or maybe just a blip on the radar. We will have to see.Some day his Guitar will quit burning,But until then... Keep on Smokin' Ray Burnt.Available music is Awesome