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Lamb of God, DevilDriver, Shadows Fall @ Thebarton Theatre (Adelaide), 16 Dec 2009

A night of speed-infused heaviness, invoking a party some atmosphere amongst bands and fans alike. Told early on this was no ordinary concert: this was a party, all three bands, Shadows Fall, DevilDriver and Lamb of God, performed with enthusiasm encouraging revellers to a frenzy.

Lamb of God, DevilDriver, Shadows Fall and High on Fire @ Festival Hall (Melbourne) 15 Dec 09

Festy Hall once again hosted a mini-American festival Down Under, brimming with hot, sticky and hungry-for-metal maniacs. Oh, and let's not forget Metal Santa...
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Lamb of God with DevilDriver, Shadows Fall and High on Fire @ Festival Hall (Melbourne) 15 Dec 09

Built some time in the 70s, Festival Hall has played host to countless metal acts over the years, leaving it a little worse for wear - cream colored ceilings, ancient creaky seats and wooden floors

Ironically both rustier and more peaceful: (review: Megadeth - Endgame)

We've all heard the press releases and reviews of this album – hell, I heard the bloody things from over in Malaysia and you couldn't find a Megadeth album anywhere in that country. Greatest thing since Rust in Peace, Dave's remembered how to write thrash metal again, guitar work is the best we've heard from the band in ages, Mustaine is really happy with the new lineup and it should stay stable... am I the only one this sounds painfully familiar to?

 

Megadeth - Endgame (Roadrunner)

It’s official boys and girls: After more than a decade of glass is half empty releases, Mr. Mustaine has found his [previously lost] mojo.

The moment Dialectic Chaos erupts in a flurry of smoking leads, it seems the heavens have parted for the Good Lord to shine his blessings on Megadeth, thereby allowing the

Top twenty albums of 2009

It's been a good year for metal and rock - here's some of my highlights... the best of a great bunch.

20. Slayer - World Painted Blood (American)

19. Cauldron - Chained to the Nite (Earache)

18. Marshall Law - Razorhead (DR2)

Gallery: Opeth @ The Palace (Melbourne), 25 Nov 2009

Just when you would get sucked in to the melodic and often times beautiful tranquil moments, the band kicked it up 10 gears and slashed your throat with a knife. Blistering.

Slipknot commemorates 10th anniversary of debut release

Grammy Award winning hard rock powerhouse Slipknot have announced a special edition release on Roadrunner Records of their seminal self-titled debut album. This special CD/DVD piece will commemorate the 10th anniversary of Slipknot’s first album’s release in 1999. Release is set for 9/9/09. The CD will feature 25 tracks, including the original album as well as rare demos, remixes, rare b-sides and more.

 

Lamb of God, DevilDriver and Shadows Fall Australian Tour 2009

This mind blowing triple bill of metal titans could not be complete without Massachusetts finest, Shadows Fall. Combining honest integrity and violent brutality into one frightening package, they continue to push the boundaries with their distinctive mix of bone-splintering aggression and melodic nuance.