This weeks metal special is inspired by the news that At.the.Drive.In and Refused last week announced their reunion for the awesome Coachella festival alongside the Black Keys and Radiohead amongst many others.
Something Old...
This weeks’ ‘Something Old’ focuses on the former, Texas’ finest post hardcore outfit At.the.Drive.In Formed in 93 they were famed for their extremely energetic stage shows which hearkened back to the 80s hardcore scene, they were recognized for their blend of surrealistic lyrics, unorthodox guitar melodies and unpredictable shifts in tempo and rhythm. The band broke up following breakthrough success, with Bixler-Zavala and Rodriguez-Lopez starting the awesome prog metal outfit Mars Volta and the other members, Ward, Hinojos and Tony Hajjar starting the more traditional Sparta. Hinojos would then leave to join the Mars Volta from 2005.
Recording for their brilliant breakthrough album ‘Relationship of Command’ was done over a seven week period and features the legendry Iggy Pop with minor parts on a couple of tracks. The album was released in late 2000 to critical acclaim and catapulted them into the mainstream musical spotlight...
"¡ ATTENTION ! To whom it may concern: THIS STATION IS...NOW...OPERATIONAL"
Something New...
I have been meaning to get a spot for these guys on #bearmusic for quite a while now; this week’s metal special provided such a springboard of opportunity. I first heard about the lads through my mate from uni @RockWhore85; as they are her fellas band.
Overspill are currently recording their debut studio album, sorting US gig dates and will soon announce a string of European summer festivals and I for one will be sure to check em out, if the lads can drink as much as Lou I know it’ll be a top night! After a storming performance in Camden last week they are set to play Liverpool’s Lomax on the 28th, Indigo in Manchester on Feb 3rd and Blackpool in March with many more gigs to be announced shortly. To keep up with latest happening make sure to follow them on twitter (@overspillmusic) and facebook (/overspillmusic).Having made a huge impact in Liverpool, up and down the UK and even Germany where they have been going down a storm. With well written, highly infectious songs and the talent and presencion of the lads along with superb reviews and a lot of industry interest it’s no wonder fans are chomping at the bit for the next gig. The lads have enjoyed press and airplay from everything from university radio right thru to American radio, appearances on Channel 4, Sky and randomly MTV Asia. This band is definitely one to watch for 2012. They draw their influences from Audioslave, Foo Fighters, Queens of the Stoneage thru to early Sabbath, as can be seen in this awesome track ‘My Peeling Skin’...
Something Borrowed...
For a metal special no other cover comes close to 'Hurt', originally written and performed by the genius of metal Trent Reznor; it was first released on Nine Ince Nails’ 94 album ‘The Downward Spiral’. In 2002 it was famously covered by the man in black himself, the legendry Johnny Cash as his swansong. To critical acclaim, it was Cash's final hit releases before his death. Its accompanying video, featuring images from his life was named the best video of the year by the Grammy Awards and best video of all time by NME last year
The meaning of the track is disputed; some listeners say the song acts like a suicide note with notes on depression, whilst others may find it to describe someone finding a reason to live. Officially, the song talks about differences between society and self harm. Never the less its truly a beautiful tragedy and musical up there with the greats....
Swedish hardcore punk Refused formed in 91 and released five EPs and three albums over a fiery, short lived career before splitting up in 98. Although firey, they burn bright and went out with a bang, RockSound and Kerrang! both place their definitive album ‘The Shape of Punk to Come’ in their top 10 Most Influential Albums Of All Time list. The band comprises of vocalist Lyzen, guitarist Bannstrom, bassist Steen and drummer Sandstrom and together their lyrics were often of a non-conformist and politically far-left nature
The bands brake up is sighted by many as a result of a depletion of creative energy and band members wanting different things. There was a clear conflict between the front man and the rest of the band, stating they were emotionally devastated and that their final tour was an awful experience before they eventually cancelled the tour and announced their split. Their last performance of their US tour was played in a friend's basement but was shut down by police, however, they are back, this is 'new noise' and remember...
"REFUSED ARE’NT F*CKING DEAD!”
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