CAGE, just the name implies the image of
unbreakable steel and an inescapable trap. The perfect moniker for the
heavy metal leader of the next phase of heavy rock music. Critics and
fans alike have tried to label or classify this 5 piece group from the
glistening shores of San Diego, California, with terms like "pure
millennium metal", "classic metal for the new age" or "modern day power
metal". Whatever you want call them, you should also add "contagious and
infectious", as they inspire people to continue to press replay when the
cd is in their stereo, and “ let’s go see them again” when they play
live.
Vocalist WADE BLACK of CRIMSON GLORY and
LEATHERWOLF fame and lead guitarist PETE BLAKK of the classic KING
DIAMOND lineup are one! These 2 Icons of the Metal Scene have joined
forces to bring you a new dimension of metal madness! 2008 will be the
year of DISASTERPEACE!
Check out Disasterpeace's music at their official
MySpace page
here!
ORDER OF
NINE
ORDER OF NINE - Hailing from
Pittsburg, PA, The Progressive Power Metal of Order of Nine has been a
constant in the resurgence of Heavy Metal to the mainstream. Formed in
1997 under the name Templar, Order of Nine has spent 10 years dedicated
to the writing and recording of True Power Metal for Metal fans
worldwide. "A Touch of Winters Discontent" in 1997, "Of Once and Future
Kings" 2001, and "Season of Reign" 2005, bring Order of Nine to their
latest release, "A Means to Know
End", due out in March 2008 on Nightmare Records.
Check out Order of Nine's music at
their official MySpace page
here!
SACRED DAWN
With an innovative mix of heavy metal and
hard rock and a unique blend of vocal harmonies, Sacred Dawn delivers
one of the most original progressive metal musical experiences heard in
a long time. From their numerous live appearances across the Midwest to
playing alongside international acts such as Symphony X, Cage, Firewind,
Kamelot, and Epica, Sacred Dawn has garnered critical acclaim as well as
fans around the world.
Check out Sacred Dawn's music at
their official MySpace page
here!
SHADES OF TWILIGHT
Hailing from the Tampa Bay Area, this up and
coming band creates their own unique sound by blending elements of power
metal and technical thrash. Known for their energetic and captivating
live shows, their sets are always filled with a blistering display of
metal that keeps the crowd wanting more.
Check out Shades of Twilight's music at
their official MySpace page
here!
AVIAN
AVIAN is a metal band with elements of
European, US Power and some progressive elements, all branded with
undeniable catchy hooks at every possible moment. The songs are written
by Guitarist Yan Leviathan, and produced and sung by vocalist Lance King
known best for his work in BALANCE OF POWER and PYRAMAZE and several
other
Bands. AVIAN's new lineup is rounded out by guitarist Bill Hudson (CELLADOR,
THE SUPREMACY), bassist Mika Horiuchi (CELLADOR) and drummer Jerry B
(know for his work with several bands in the Twin Cities
(Minneapolis/St. Paul area where Avian is based)
Check out Avian's music at
their official MySpace page
here!
X-Thirtien
Produced by Jon Oliva, X-Thirtien have a new
release coming in 2008, and are in the process of hooking up with a big
tour, these guys feature the following lineup; Antonio Allegretti -
Vocals, Matthias Lange de Souza Nunes (Metalium) - Guitar, Rollie
Feldman - Guitar, Johnny Osborn (Dr.Butcher) - Drums, Scott Farr -
Guitar, Tracy Ferrell (Burn Ritual) - Bass, Dante - Guitar (Formerly of
Overlord).. and are ready to Kick you in the face at Nightmare Metal
Fest!
Check out X - Thirteen's music at
their official MySpace page
here!
Dirty Black
Halo
FLORIDA's HOTTEST NEW ROCK
BAND!
Check out Dirty Black Halo's music at
their official MySpace page
here!
WARMACHINE
WARMACHINE a four-piece melodic/power/thrash
metal band, who strive to carry the torch of this coveted genre. Their
music consists of incorporating classic heavy metal influenced riffs,
intertwining them with tasteful catchy dual guitar and great vocal
melodies and harmonies, along with exceptional soloing that mirrors the
very best of what true to heart heavy metal has to offer. Topping the
metal sales charts in Canada for over 25 weeks in 2006 in HMV’s top 10.
This great band hails from Toronto, Canada.
Check out Warmachine's music at their official
MySpace page
here!
DIMENSION
Based in Denver, Co (USA), Dimension was
founded in the year of 1999 by David Quicho (Vocals and Guitars) and
Mane Cabrales (Drums and percussion). Because of its tight and polished
sound, DIMENSION has captured the attention of Magazines and ´Zines such
as Rock Hard (Germany), Strutter Zine (Holland), Shapeless Zine (Italy),
Metal Zone (Greece), Heavy Metal Pages (Poland) etc. This last October,
the band signed up with Nightmare Records to release their second album
"EGO", reviewed as one of the best prog-metal albums unleashed this
year!
Check out Dimension's music at
their official MySpace page
here!
POWND
Kentucky's, monsterous metal groove giants
POWND are going to rip up a set of blistering riffage, Michael Duncan is
sure to impress with his great set of pipes on the vocals. Pownds debut
release hit the streets January of 2007 on Nightmare records to great
reviews around the globe.
Check out Pownd's music at
their official MySpace page
here!
SIX MINUTE
CENTURY
Six Minute Century is a
power/prog metal band from Houston, Texas. While all members of Six
Minute Century are technically proficient, the band does not fit the
category of a band that tries to impress with how many notes they can
play. Rather Six Minute Century prefers to write songs with melody,
hooks, passion and groove that will appeal to a wider audience than many
of today’s progressive metal bands. “Time Capsules” is set for a Spring
release on Nightmare Records.
Check out Six Minute Century's music at
their official MySpace page
here!
