Graveyard Reconquers LA's Bootleg Theater
Jan. 28th 2012, Bootleg Theater, Los Angeles CA: Graveyard's second studio album "Hisingen Blues" came out early last year, and since first listen, it has been one of my favorite albums of recent times. I would go as far as saying that it's one of the best pieces of music I've heard in a long, long time. As a result, I have developed a tremendous amount of admiration for the Swedish hard rockers, and having never seen them live, I was eagerly waiting for a chance to do so. Last November, the band finally announced their North American touring plans for early 2012, and my anticipation grew tenfold. Read full review

Wolves In The Throne Room Unleash Sensory Assault Upon Los Angeles
Jan. 26th 2012, The Echoplex, Los Angeles CA: Wolves In the Throne Room are a rare success story in today’s music industry. For nearly ten years, the band has released their unique brand of black metal on their terms and have been met with acclaim and sold out tours across the country. Their music has attracted everyone from hipsters sporting purple v-necks to die-hard metal maniacs in black band shirts. Last night, WITTR treated this diverse Los Angeles audience to seventy five minutes of the most aurally punishing, yet beautiful live music I have had the pleasure of hearing. Read full review

Anthrax, Testament & Death Angel Give Their Best To Orange County Fans
Jan. 23rd 2012, House of Blues, Anaheim CA: Usually, post-NAMM Monday is an extremely depressing day for me. During NAMM I get to say hello to almost all of my favorite musicians, and all of a sudden they are gone. But that wasn't the case this time, as I headed back to Anaheim to witness the unbeatable line-up of Anthrax, Testament and Death Angel on the second leg of their North American touring run. Read full review