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Filter - Anthems For The Damned Review
(8.0)
(05.15.2008)
- Dan Marsicano
Filter returns with their first new album in six years. Can Anthems For The Damned be a worthy follow up to The Amalgamut and help the band to get back in the mainstream's attention? |
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10 Years - Division Review
(8.0)
(05.15.2008)
- Dan Marsicano
Alternative metal band 10 Years returns with Division, their fourth album and second major label release. Can the band capitalize on the success of 2005's The Autumn Effect? |
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Warrel Dane - Praises to the War Machine Review
(7.5)
(05.14.2008)
- Dan Marsicano
Nevermore frontman Warrel Dane has come out with his first solo album, enlisting the help of former Soilwork guitarist Peter Wichers. Can Praises to the War Machine leave an impact on Nevermore fans and metal heads alike? |
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Classic Albums 5.14.08: The Doors DVD Review
(9.0)
(05.14.2008)
- Blake Lauderback
The guys from the "Classic Albums" series are at it again. This time they take a look at the making of one of the greatest debut albums in rock history, the self-titled album from The Doors. Does the documentary do justice to Jim and the boys, or does it ruin the mystique of one of the most prominent bands ever? |
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Pendulum - In Silico Review
(7.0)
(05.13.2008)
- Dan Marsicano
Austrailian drum and bass band Pendulum has hit American shore with In Silico. Will the added rock elements to their trademark sound help to make the band stand out on these shores? |
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Warbringer - War Without End Review
(7.0)
(05.09.2008)
- Dan Marsicano
Warbringer is a thrash metal band looking to join the ranks of Evile and Avenger of Blood as part of the thrash metal revival that has been sweeping metal in the past couple of years. Can their debut album War Without End lead them to the top of their field? |
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Firewind - The Premonition Review
(7.0)
(05.08.2008)
- Dan Marsicano
Firewind returns with the band's first consistant lineup since its formation in 1998. Can Gus G. and company lead The Premonition to power metal glory or will it be shut down to the sword of cheesiness? |
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Boris - Smile Review
(8.0)
(05.07.2008)
- James Palm
Despite finding popularity Stateside in only the past few years, doom metal pioneers Boris have just issued their 17th release. After an acclaimed career mastering the depths of drone, the Japanese trio add some new elements to their sound for their latest album Smile. |
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Nine Inch Nails – The Slip Review
(8.5)
(05.06.2008)
- Ben Czajkowski
Trent Reznor and Nine Inch Nails stunned the music world (again) on May 5, 2008, when it was announced that The Slip was available to download. For free. However, is he—is he tough enough, or is Reznor wearing down, down, down, down, down. The results may shock you into a vegetative state. |
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With Dead Hands Rising - Expect Hell Review
(5.5)
(04.30.2008)
- Dan Marsicano
With Dead Hands Rising returns with their second album, the previous album being 2003's Behind Inquisition. Will the band hit the sophomore slump or come out with a worthy follow up to their debut album? |
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Sworn Enemy - Maniacal Review
(7.5)
(04.29.2008)
- Dan Marsicano
Sworn Enemy continues to evolve their sound with Maniacal, their third release. Can the band successfully add in thrash influences while pleasing their long time fans? |
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Tokyo Police Club - Elephant Shell Review
(5.5)
(04.28.2008)
- James Palm
One of the most anticipated indie releases of the year has arrived. The debut LP from the Canadian prodigies faces the challenge of living up to their excellent 2006 EP. With expectations high, perhaps TPC were doomed from the start. |
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Flight of the Conchords - Flight of the Conchords Review
(8.0)
(04.27.2008)
- James Palm
New Zealand's fourth most popular folk band have headed into the studio to record the most loved songs from their career. The increasingly popular duo were musicians before they turned to comedy, and this impressive album demonstrates their musical skills. |
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Eric Avery - Help Wanted Review
(8.0)
(04.25.2008)
- Jesse Coy
For which famous band was this musician a co-founder? If you can tell me without cheating and looking it up, I'll send you a lollipop. His first solo release sounds nothing like that band, by the way... read on. |
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Nike Sport Music Mix Reviews
(7.5)
(04.23.2008)
- Mitch Michaels
Work out with Lance Armstrong, Serena Williams and Kara Goucher as they coach you using their favorite tunes on these mix tapes, plus, enter to win a $100 NIKE GIFT CARD… |
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M83 - Saturdays = Youth Review
(8.2)
(04.21.2008)
- James Palm
Frenchman Anthony Gonzalez returns under the M83 moniker, here to take us on an epic voyage through the sounds and sights of your favorite decade, and mine; the 1980's. |
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Embrace The End - Ley Lines Review
(7.0)
(04.17.2008)
- Dan Marsicano
Embrace The End returns after a three year absence with their first record with Century Media Records. With three new members, the band hopes to continue on the success of their debut album. Is Ley Lines a solid release or does it suffer from the dreaded sophomore slump? |
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Children of Bodom - Blooddrunk Review
(7.5)
(04.15.2008)
- Dan Haggerty
Children of Bodom return with their sixth studio album. After the controversial changes of their last album, can this metal band continue the success of their pervious albums? |
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ASHES dIVIDE - Keep Telling Myself It’s Alright Review
(8.0)
(04.09.2008)
- Dan Marsicano
Billy Howerdel, guitarist for A Perfect Circle, returns to the music scene with Keep Telling Myself It's Alright, a record in which Howerdel plays most of the instruments. Howerdel has gotten many accolades for his guitar work, but is that enough to drive the album to success? |
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In Flames - A Sense of Purpose Review
(7.0)
(04.04.2008)
- Dan Marsicano
Melodic death metal veterans In Flames return with their first new album since 2006's Come Clarity. Does the band satisfy the old school fans, while appealing to the mainstream crowd who enjoyed the band's last album? |
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