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The Aristocrats announce new live album ‘FREEZE! Live in Europe 2020’ to be released on May 7th

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Rob

Here is the press release regarding the upcoming live album by the Aristocrats! The rowdy and rollicking instrumental rock/fusion power trio The Aristocrats (guitarist Guthrie Govan, bassist Bryan Beller and drummer Marco Minnemann) loudly and proudly showcase their renowned electric onstage chemistry … Continue reading →

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Fates Warning reveals details for new album, ‘Long Day Good Night’

Posted on August 25, 2020 by Rob

Very exciting news from Metal Blade Records and Fates Warning! Here is the press release. Fates Warning have been a formidable presence in progressive metal for more than 35 years, helping to shape and drive the genre without ever compromising … Continue reading →

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Radio Show Hiatus

Posted on June 23, 2020 by Rob

As many folks might know, I have a weekly radio show that airs live on Sundays on Metal World Radio. It has been also rebroadcast Tuesdays on Delicious Agony Radio. I’ve decided to put the show on hiatus for now. … Continue reading →

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An Update from Rob

Posted on June 6, 2020 by Rob

I’ve decided to scale back even more on writing reviews with the goal of stopping them. I just don’t have the time and, quite frankly, the interest in writing them. There are so many sites and blogs out there that … Continue reading →

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Molitoth is set to release “The Tribunal” on June 26, premieres new track!

Posted on May 8, 2020 by Rob

I was a big fan of the band A Light Within and their frontman Kyle Brandt has a new solo project called Molitoth. Kyle is a super talented person and I thought I’d help out by premiering a new track … Continue reading →

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McStine & Minnemann to release debut album on July 3rd!

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Rob

Exciting news! The great Marco Minnemann is teaming up with the immensely talented Randy McStine (Lo-Fi Resistance) for a new album! Check out the press release below! McStine & Minnemann is a new band consisting of Randy McStine and Marco Minnemann … Continue reading →

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Former members of Jellyfish reunite as The Lickerish Quartet

Posted on March 13, 2020 by Rob

This is GREAT news. 3/4ths of Jellyfish have reunited! I wish Andy Sturmer would come out of hiding! Still, the first track from The Lickerish Quartet is a dandy! Here’s the press release: ______________________________________________   March 13, 2020 — It’s … Continue reading →

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Gentle Giant to reissue first 4 albums on vinyl on April 3rd

Posted on March 9, 2020 by Rob

It just does not get more legendary than Gentle Giant. In my opinion, they are the purest form of prog. If you are a fan of progressive rock, you probably know Gentle Giant. But I think it’s important if you … Continue reading →

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Neil Peart 1952-2020

Posted on January 11, 2020 by Rob

It’s hard to put into words how much Neil Peart meant to me. It’s staggering to see how much he meant to SO MANY people. It was more than his talent as a drummer or even his ability to craft … Continue reading →

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Rob’s Top 20 of 2019

Posted on December 17, 2019 by Rob

I announced this live on the recent radio show but here it is (officially), my top 20 studio albums of 2019! No EPs, no live albums and no compilations allowed. I left off A LOT of great albums and my … Continue reading →

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