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Interview with Skinlab Frontman Steev Esquivel: New Album, New Metal and Old Times.

Interview with Skinlab Frontman Steev Esquivel: New Album, New Metal and Old Times.

If you’ve been around the Bay Area metal scene for the past decade you’ve probably heard of and/or seen the band Skinlab. Discovered in the late 90’s by veteran metal band Machine Head, Skinlab has made a name for themselves in the groove/hardcore genre over the past 12 years and built a broad base of loyal fans. Their new album, “The Scars Between Us” came out on Tuesday and marks their first album in 3 … Read entire article »

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Megadeth's Endgame Album Review

Megadeth's Endgame Album Review

The new Megadeth album Endgame came out this week. Overall, I was pretty impressed with the musicianship – especially with new guitar player Chris Broderick. The opening instrumental tune, “Dialectic Chaos” is full of harmonies and classic metal riffs, and totally reminds me of “Transylvania” by Iron Maiden – in a good way. The guitar solos on this album and the harmonies are absolutely shredding. There is no shortage of driving rhythms and there is … Read entire article »

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