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The pros and cons of the digital age of music

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Martin Wrightson

The digital age has almost completely changed the way we collect & manage our music. You may still buy CD‘s or Vinyl, but it seems that now almost everyone has an electronic copy on their computer. Some people have ditched … Continue reading →

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2 – Tool – Lateralus (2001)

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Martin Wrightson

I’m actually completely intimidated about reviewing this album. I’m wondering if I can actually justify how good this is just using words. That sounds completely melodramatic, but sometimes the best way is to just let someone experience something for themselves … Continue reading →

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3 – Meshuggah – Destroy Erase Improve (1995)

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Martin Wrightson

I will open this review by saying this won’t be everyone’s cup of tea. This album is loud, obnoxious and repetitive. It also lacks melody, is almost emotionless (except maybe anger) and cold. So, what’s it got going for it … Continue reading →

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4 – Death – Symbolic (1995)

Posted on January 27, 2013 by Martin Wrightson

Thinking-mans death metal isn’t a term you hear often. Death metal is known for been savage, a little dumb and depending on who you ask, even a little fun. But, if there ever was an album which effortlessly combined the … Continue reading →

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5 – Dub War – Pain (1995)

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Martin Wrightson

If there ever was a hidden gem for metal heads who like something a bit different, this is it. This album effortlessly combines metal, reggae and touches of electronic & hip hop to create a completely unique fusion of music. … Continue reading →

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6 – Crowbar – Odd Fellows Rest (1998)

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Martin Wrightson

I’ll never forget the moment I first heard this album towards the end of last year. This was a band I’d never heard before. I knew they played sludge, but that really didn’t do this band justice. See, despite me … Continue reading →

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7 – Sleep – Holy Mountain (1993)

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Martin Wrightson

Three massive Black Sabbath fans smoke lots of weed and start jamming on their instruments. This happens. An absolute milestone in the stoner rock/metal scene, there’s not a lot I can say what hasn’t already been said about this album. … Continue reading →

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8 – Atheist – Unquestionable Presence (1991)

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Martin Wrightson

What happens when jazz fusion and death metal have a one night stand? You get Atheist. And the result is mind-blowing. Atheist somehow perfectly manage to translate jazz rhythms into guitar, demonstrating amazing technical prowess in the process. It almost … Continue reading →

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10 – Death Grips – The Money Store (2012)

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Martin Wrightson

Sick of the bland, over-produced Hip Hop / R n’ B that commercial radio swims in? Well, here’s the perfect tonic. I owe my discovery of this to a friend who goes by the nickname of ‘Whitey’ and frankly he’s … Continue reading →

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Iron Maiden Vinyls – The start of something?

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Martin Wrightson

Vinyl has always been one of those mystical objects to me. You know, those large black disc thingy’s that your Dad always goes on about. Despite discovering most of my music through purchasing CD’s (and later, digital downloading) I’ve always … Continue reading →

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