Friday, January 16, 2009

One last time...



This will be the last time this is considered relevant...

He'll be out in a few days, GOOD RIDDANCE!

Wednesday, November 05, 2008

CongratulkaTions to Barack Obama


I tHought i would extend my congrats To the winning man BaraCk Obama and this was a real coOl to watCh.


I wish I coulD have participated this year. I Was in a Fight in the voting line after I recognized that shamwow guy from Tv you kno w that jerk? yeah so i was like no way and leapt across the roomA nd tackled the guy, Got a few GOod hITs in before they pulleD me off and threwew me out but man it was wortH it, i did my civic duty.




Tuesday, September 09, 2008

Metal and Horror

Horror films/books have always been an influence on Metal. Like Metal, Horror has been going through rough times lately. Since there hasn't been a good horror film since the early 90's and even then that was the beginning of the decline. Metal has been having a hard time since the rise of Nu-Metal in 1999. But when you have a quality metal band taking influence from old horror films, you can never go wrong. Bands such as Rigor Mortis, Massacre, Frightmare, King Diamond, Mortician, Death, Impetigo, Denial Fiend, Blood Freak, and so on have been inspired by Horror. Most of King Diamond's albums are concept albums that are basically Horror tales. Impetigo would use samples from Horror movies as intros to their songs. Which something Mortician and many other bands would do in the coming years. Some people try denying it. Saying horror themed lyrics is a cliche in metal, I say "FUUUUCK YOU!" to them. Metal and Horror is a match made in Heaven (or Hell).

Here's an example of one of the greatest metal songs with clips from the slasher classic Sleepaway Camp. This track narrates the movie. If you don't know this film or the lyrics, you will not know what the fuck is going on. However, enjoy the music.

FRIGHTMARE - Angela

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Ask Ken

Dr. Ken has made a final advice column as he is heading out on a vacation into September. The Dr. is looking forward to your questions upon his return.


www.askkenhawk.blogspot.com


Tuesday, August 05, 2008

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Mid Summer Metal Survey

Thought I would throw this out there, just to see what everyone is listening to.

Name:
Favorite band:
Currently listening to:
Favorite release of 2007:
Favorite release of 2008:
Most anticipated release of 2008:
Last CD purchased:
Need to hear more:
Metal goes best with:
Additional beef:

Name: McGovern
Favorite band: Death
Currently listening to: Sybreed
Favorite release of 2007: wasn't picking up as much as I should. Scarve's Undercurrent was a good listen
Favorite release of 2008: Meshuggah's obZen has been solid for my tastes
Most anticipated release of 2008: Sybreed - Antares
Last CD purchased: The Dark Knight soundtrack (though not metal), Hans Zimmer is an amazing composer. His soundtrack to Batman Begins was dark and powerful, and the dynamics within several tracks are oft compared to metal song structure.
Need to hear more: Symbyosis. Crisis is one of the best albums I've ever taken in. Brilliant songwriting and a thoroughly entertaining group that doesn't have the capacity to get their material in fan's hands
Metal goes best with: football
Additional beef:


Name: H EN HAkws
Favorite band: iRon MAiDNE
Currently listening to: DOkKEN "dream warrriors"
Favorite release of 2007: gOo d charloTte
Favorite release of 2008: MANOWAr
Most anticipated release of 2008: CHINEs ed emocracy
Last CD purchased: cH ER
Need to hear more: sax on
Metal goes best with: PRON
Additional beef: I AhtE IT WHEN PeOPEL ar elike stupid and sutff liK aT the music store i jUSt want to rock and they say tuRN iT down anD im LikE yOu Want two inChes of hArd dick in You And They get all offended and shIT and im liKE yeaH thats right ho i own your aSs.


Name: Al Bundy
Favorite band: Death or Massacre (both are tied)
Currently listening to: Vital Remains - Into Cold Darkness
Favorite release of 2007: Denial Fiend's "They Rise" (Blood Freak's "Multiplex Massacre" is not far behind. Both albums are in my top 10 of all time!)
Favorite release of 2008: So far, I say Cardiac Arrest's "Cadaverous Presence"
Most anticipated release of 2008: Hooded Menace's "Fulfill The Curse" without a doubt. There is also Blood Freak's "Scared Stiff" but I have no idea when that's coming out.
Last CD purchased: Lord Gore - Resickened (better late than never!)
Need to hear more: Frightmare! Bringing Back the Bloodshed was my favorite from 06. I wonder how they will follow it up in 09.
Metal goes best with: 70's and 80's Horror/Exploitation films.
Additional beef: Emo/Scene Kids Can FUCK OFF AND DIE!!! In the words of Kam Lee, "Posers Shall Burn in the Pit!" Death to modern trends and false metal!

Wednesday, July 09, 2008

A Tribute To The Ancient Tyrants of Death Metal

I would like to pay tribute to Massacre of whom will be playing their final show at this year's Wacken Open Air Festival. For me, Massacre are the ideal death metal band. Their record "From Beyond" is beyond any body's criticism. It's perfect. That is how death metal should sound like. Their demos were amazing and the Inhuman Condition EP (if it was made into a full length) couldve been THE greatest album of all time. Their vocalist, Kam "The Tyrant" Lee is the greatest vocalist EVER. Massacre never got the credit they deserved but they are still remembered in the true underground as one of the elite death metal bands.

Chamber of Ages

Inhuman Condition

Provoked Accurser (Live in 2007)

Biohazzard (Live in 1991)

Aggressive Tyrant (Live in 1986)

Clangor of War (Live in 1986)

Monday, June 23, 2008

Thursday, June 05, 2008

Hula Go-Bot (or When Co-Workers Attack)


If for some reason you decide to bring your toys to work with you, you may need to hide them when you are going to be out for the day. One of my co-workers left his go-bot on his desk. It was in the form of a jet plane. Another co-worker decided to have a little fun. Here are the results. This was done entirely with sticky notes (and maybe a little tape.)







Remember that if your are a grown man, it is probably best to leave your go-bots.

Tuesday, June 03, 2008

HISTORY!

There really is not much to say about this historic event. Finally, our great nation has lived up to its promise of equality. Finally, someone other than the typical rulers of this country has a shot at becoming our president. It sure is no accident that the Democratic Party is responsible for this exciting occasion. On to the general election, YES WE CAN...



Democratic Party Nominee - Senator Barack Obama (D-IL)

PROUD TO BE FROM CHICAGO, ILLINOIS!

Tuesday, May 27, 2008