Author: The Anarchist

Harvested Unleashes Ferocious Playthrough for “Voices of the Void” Canadian death metal band Harvested has made waves in the metal scene with the release of their intense band playthrough video for the track “Voices of the Void,” a key highlight from their latest album, “Dysthymia.” The video exemplifies the band’s technical skills, raw energy, and relentless aggression, which they define as a sound that is “Heavy, Brutal, Fast, Aggressive, and Violent.” Formative Years and Evolution Founded in 2019, Harvested emerged as a creative outlet for members involved in various local projects. The band has quickly evolved into a formidable force…

Steve Vai Reflects on Jimi Hendrix and ‘Axis: Bold as Love’ In the fifth episode of UCR’s Bold as Love Recalled and Celebrated video series, guitarist Steve Vai shares how Jimi Hendrix and the album Axis: Bold as Love significantly influenced his artistic journey. For Vai, the album was a transformative discovery, likening its impact to “a monolith appearing.” Inspirational Playing and Techniques Steve Vai emphasizes the extraordinary nature of Hendrix’s playing on the album, particularly praising his improvisational and chordal techniques. “That’s how I was inspired to kick off learning how to navigate the neck with chords that sound…

Rachael Sage’s New Album ‘Canopy’: A Celebration of Compassion and Resilience Introduction to ‘Canopy’ New York-based artist Rachael Sage stands out as a vibrant musical storyteller, known for her ability to weave immersive visual and sonic landscapes throughout her diverse discography. With the release of her latest album, ‘Canopy’, Sage draws listeners into a collection of songs that embody compassion and provide solace in challenging times. This marks her debut album under the name Rachael Sage & The Sequins, featuring raw, introspective lyricism and timeless songwriting—a crucial body of work that feels both urgent and comforting. A Celebration of Identity…

Ever since Soulfly released their self-titled debut LP in 1998, fans have been left speculating about an intriguing detail in the album’s liner notes: an image of Deftones’ frontman, Chino Moreno, holding a pickaxe. In a recent conversation with Alternative Nation, Soulfly’s founding frontman, Max Cavalera, shed light on this mystery, revealing that he and Moreno buried the master tapes of Soulfly on Native American land for a profound reason. The Burial of Soulfly’s Master Tapes In the interview, Cavalera touched on various subjects, including his departure from Sepultura and the creation of Soulfly’s latest album, Chama. Eventually, he explained…

Johannes Eckerström on the Meaning of Music Insights from the Interview In a recent conversation with Mexico’s Heavy Mextal, AVATAR’s frontman Johannes Eckerström shared profound insights regarding the significance of music in his life. He expressed that music holds a value beyond what words can convey. “We got lucky in AVATAR. We worked hard, yes, but a lot of bands work hard. But we got lucky, so we get to call this our livelihood now,” Eckerström noted. He emphasized that despite their success, the passion for music would have persisted regardless of external recognition, stating, “I truly believe that even…

Confronting the Scripted Narrative: Eliza McLamb’s Good Story The Prewritten Script of Conversation Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a conversation and realized you’re being fed a prewritten script? Recently, I caught up with a friend who had undergone several dramatic changes since we last spoke—a divorce, a new home, a new job. However, despite my polite inquiries, she consistently responded with buzzwords like boundaries, self-care, yoga, gratitude, and growth. It became apparent that she had premeditated her narrative, sharing a polished, linear version of events that conveniently glossed over the chaotic details in favor of lessons…

Exploring Devotion and Despair in Elias Rønnenfelt’s “Speak Daggers” A Destructive Force In “Speak Daggers,” devotion emerges as a double-edged sword, a destructive force reminiscent of bolts, bricks, and razor blades. Elias Rønnenfelt poignantly captures this theme in the track “Mona Lisa,” where he sings, “I love you/I hurt you even better.” This heartbreaking yet danceable anthem opens with a barrage of gunfire, setting a chaotic tone. The sharp, bowed violins slicing through its chorus serve as a metaphor for the deterioration of classic art, paralleling the descent into addiction. Slow Spirals into Darkness Another standout track, “Crush the Devil’s…

Thomas Bangalter’s Surprise DJ Set at Paris’ Centre Pompidou Celebrating 20 Years of Because Music On the evening of Saturday, October 25, a surprise back-to-back (B2B) DJ set unfolded at the iconic Centre Pompidou in Paris. The event was a 20th anniversary celebration for the influential French record label, Because Music. The lineup featured an exciting collaboration between Daft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter, Fred Again.., Erol Alkan, and Ed Banger Records founder Pedro Winter. Bangalter’s Return to the Decks In what marked his first DJ performance in 16 years, Bangalter lit up the room with a carefully curated selection of tracks.…

Interview with Nani of Cordyceps Corpse: The Brutal Glory of DIY Goregrind Introduction to Cordyceps Corpse In the world of extreme metal, few projects stand out as vividly as Cordyceps Corpse, the brainchild of Nani Porter. This one-woman slamming goregrind project has carved a unique niche, driven by passion and a relentless DIY ethic. With the recent reissue of her debut album, From Flesh to Fluids, through Gorehouse Productions, Nani opens up about her creative journey, the inspiration behind her music, and what lies ahead. The Birth of a One-Woman Band Nani’s journey into music began with a simple yet…

Linkin Park Launches South American Tour in Bogotá with Special Guest Poppy On the night of October 25, Linkin Park kicked off the South American leg of their world tour, promoting their upcoming album, From Zero, at Vive Claro in Bogotá, Colombia. The band was joined by the electrifying artist Poppy, who added an unexpected twist to the performance by collaborating with Linkin Park on one of their iconic tracks, “One Step Closer.” Highlights from Poppy and Linkin Park’s Collaboration According to setlist.fm, the concert featured four acts followed by an encore, with the much-anticipated performance of “One Step Closer”…