Stu Marshall talks Night Legion on This Weeks Focus on Metal

Episode 305 - Night Legion

The ever busy Stu “The Hammer” Marshall has a new band and this week he comes on the show to discuss all things Night Legion a killer new power metal band featuring Shannon Tipene on vocals. Their debut may still be months away but Stu was kind enough to give us a behind the scenes look at how things are shaping up. 

Here's some classic Death Dealer with Stu Marshall to tide you over until we have some Night Legion

Also on the show this week we bring you German live powerhouse Stepfather Fred. They just released “Dummies, Dolls and Masters” and we had most of the band on for a lively discussion.

Here's that great cover from the album

Track of the week is from AFM artists Brainstorm from their latest “Memorial Roots (Re-Rooted)”

Here's a little metal ditty off of Fire Soul

Follow Night Legion at facebook.com/NightLegionMetal

Stepfather Fred can be found at Stepfather-Fred.de 

and see whats up with Brainstorm at Brainstorm-web.net

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Just posted: Episode 271 of Focus on Metal featuring Sean Peck

Episode 271 - Sean Peck

Sean Peck returns to Focus on Metal this week and talks about making "Satan's Tomb" with Denner/Shermann. Death Dealer's sophomore effort "Hallowed Ground", and of course Cage and their latest masterpiece "Ancient Evil"

Track of the week is from Frontiers artist Inglorious from their S/T debut.

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DEATH DEALER GETS IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT WITH "WE THREE KINGS" + FREE DOWNLOAD

Death Dealer are out to prove that heavy metal and the holidays can indeed merrily coexist, with a cover of the old-time Christmas carol, "We Three Kings." A video has been filmed for the song (which is a "stand-alone track," as it does not appear on the group's latest album, 'Hallowed Ground'), made by noted European filmmakers Village Road Film. 

The video can be viewed via this link: https://youtu.be/74vtllYwKks

Death Dealer's guitarist, Stu Marshall, was responsible for orchestration and producing the song, while the tune showcases the strength and pure magic of vocalist Sean Peck. The video also expresses the band's wishes for peace on earth especially in light of world activities lately.

Sean Peck said, "Christmas is a very important and meaningful time for me. I have always loved singing the songs that go with the holiday season since I was a kid. If I was not in a band, I would probably be dressed up in a full-on caroling costume, and be going house to house, singing in a group to strangers in the neighborhood. This killer video and song is the next best thing!" 

“‘We Three Kings' is an absolute triumph of a Christmas tale to enjoy for the holiday season!” adds the group's leader/guitarist, Ross The Boss.

The release of "We Three Kings" comes hot on the heels of the group's aforementioned sophomore album, 'Hallowed Ground' (to order, click here http://tinyurl.com/prmq8wp). Featuring members that have previously played with the likes of Manowar, the Dictators, Rob Halford, Lizzy Borden, Denner/Shermann and Cage, Death Dealer are a true heavy metal force to be reckoned with. And "We Three Kings" shows a whole new side to one of metal's heaviest acts.

Death Dealer is in the holiday spirit bringing you their metal take on "We Three Kings"!  download the song for FREE!

https://soundcloud.com/sweden-music-group-smg/death-dealer-we-three-kings

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT:

deathdealer.co

facebook.com/deathdealerband

http://swedenmusicgroup.com

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Just posted: Martin Popoff on This Weeks Focus on Metal

Episode 260 - Swords & Tequila

Back once again this week is author and devout metalhead Martin Popoff. Martin just published a new book on Riot entitled "Swords & Tequila, RIOT The Classic First Decade". So of course this week involves a lot of great Riot discussion. You can get this book as well as all of Martin's other books at martinpopoff.com/ You can continue to support the Riot legacy by checking out Riot V, the latest incarnation of Riot. For more info go to areyoureadytoriot.com/

During the interview Martin and I discuss how San Antonio got to be a hotbed of heavy metal mania for Riot and so many other classic bands way before everyone else caught on. It all comes down to the effect of one DJ Joe "The Godfather" Anthony. You can read a great write up by Metal Dave on Joe Anthony at 2fast2die.com

Track of the week is from past FoM guest, Death Dealer. They've just unleashed their sophomore release Hallowed Ground it's yet another slab of classic metal. Check em' out at http://www.deathdealer.co/

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And as always Focus On Metal…Everything Else is Insignificant.

DEATH DEALER ADDED TO MOTORHEAD'S MOTORBOAT CRUISE LINE-UPm

One of the best boat cruises for metal fans is undoubtedly Motörhead's Motörboat. And for this year's edition, Death Dealer has been added to an absolutely stellar line-up, which includes of course, the legendary Motörhead, as well as such renowned/heavy acts as Slayer, Anthrax, Exodus, Suicidal Tendencies, Hatebreed, and Corrosion of Conformity, among others. Running from September 28-October 2, 2015, and setting sail from Miami to the private island of Great Stirrup Cay and Nassau in the Bahamas, the Motörboat ups the ante on standard Caribbean cruise vacations with a 24-hour, face melting party for days on end, headquartered on white sandy beaches and the sun-drenched deck of the Norwegian Sky. This jaunt along the Atlantic Ocean will also coincide with the release of Death Dealer's highly anticipated second full-length, 'Hallowed Ground,' which drops on October 2nd, via Sweden Music Group (SMG), with a hard-hitting video, for "Break the Silence”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyZmHD3hqAM Featuring members that have previously played with the likes of Manowar, the Dictators, Rob Halford, Lizzy Borden, Denner/Shermann and Cage, Death Dealer are a true heavy metal force to be reckoned with, and 'Hallowed Ground' certainly proves this. The follow-up to their over-the-top debut, 'Warmaster,' features vocalist Sean Peck, guitarists Ross the Boss and Stu Marshall, bassist Mike Davis, and drummer Steve Bolognese, and as always, Death Dealer is setting out to convert the metal masses to their brand of manly metal. And what better way to announce the arrival of 'Hallowed Ground' then with a killer all-metal cruise? Ross the Boss: "Death Dealer is absolutely so excited and pumped to be a part of this fantastic line-up! Plus, Lemmy is God and we all love him!” FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT: motorheadcruise.com deathdealer.co facebook.com/Death Dealerband swedenmusicgroup.com facebook.com/swedenmusicgroup

DEATH DEALER TO UNLEASH SOPHOMORE ALBUM TITLED HALLOWED GROUND

Death Dealer will drop their highly anticipated second full-length, 'Hallowed Ground,' on October 2nd, via Sweden Music Group (SMG), and have a hard-hitting video ready to drop, for "Break the Silence": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyZmHD3hqAM Featuring members that have previously played with the likes of Manowar, the Dictators, Rob Halford, Lizzy Borden and Cage, Death Dealer are a true heavy metal force to be reckoned with, and 'Hallowed Ground' certainly proves this. The follow-up to their over-the-top debut, 'Warmaster,' features Sean Peck, guitarists Ross the Boss and Stu Marshall, bassist Mike Davis, and drummer Steve Bolgnese, and as always, Death Dealer is setting out to convert the metal masses to their brand of manly metal. The 13-track CD was mixed and mastered by Stu Marshall at Frontier Studios in Sydney, Australia, and contains massively epic orchestrations, speed metal anthems, and sing along headbangers, as well.  Fresh off a summer European tour, Death Dealer are primed to rock the world with their killer new album. Get ready to be rocked!  "'Hallowed Ground' satisfies from start to finish…it is what metal should sound like!" --Ross The Boss 'HALLOWED GROUND' TRACKLISTING: 1. Gunslinger 2. Break the Silence 3. Plan of Attack 4. Seance 5. Llega El Diablo 6. The Way of the Gun 7. K.I.L.L. 8. I am the Revolution 9. Total Devastation 10. The Anthem 11. Corruption of Blood 12. Skull and Cross Bones 13. U-666 FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT: deathdealer.co facebook.com/deathdealerband swedenmusicgroup.com facebook.com/swedenmusicgroup

DEATHDEALER ANNOUNCE EUROPEAN TOUR THIS SUMMER

Although the forthcoming sophomore release from DeathDealer, 'Hallowed Ground,' won't be arriving until September 11th (via SMG Records), the band - led by ex-Manowar/Dictators guitarist Ross the Boss - will be hitting the road this summer, with a string of Euro dates.  "I cannot wait to hit the stage again and reconnect with all our friends in Europe," says Ross. "HAIL AND KILL!!" Also, available at these shows (which runs from July 16th through August 2nd) will be a "DeathDealer Limited Edition Metal Tour Package," which will contain the following items (housed in a custom printed tin container): -- 'Warmaster CD'  -- Limited Edition T-Shirt (L, XL) -- Patch  -- Download card with (3) new DeathDealer songs from the forthcoming 'Hallowed Ground' album (the tracks "Break the Silence," "Plan of Attack,” and "The Anthem") The 13-track CD was mixed and mastered by Stu Marshall at Frontier Studios in Sydney, Australia, and contains massively epic orchestrations, speed metal anthems, and sing along headbangers, as well.  The band - which in addition to Ross is comprised of Sean Peck (Cage, Denner/Shermann), Stu Marshall (Dungeon, Empires of Eden), Steve Bolognese (Into Eternity), and Mike Davis (Halford, Lizzy Borden) - is fresh off of the Metal All Stars arena tour, and are primed to rock the world with a killer new album and kickass stage show. Get ready to rock!  TOUR DATES: Thursday, July 16th      Waregem, Belgium     Gasolina Rock and Metal Cafe                Friday, July 17th           Tilburg, Holland           Little Devil                Saturday, July 18th       Den Haag, Holland      Musicon                   Sunday, July 19th         Roeselare, Belgium    Verlichte Geest        Monday, July 20th         Mulheim, Germany     Gaststatte Rheinpreussen Wednesday, July 22nd  Osnabruck, Germany   Bastard Club            Thursday, July 23rd      Brande-Hornerkirchen, Germany    HOA Festival                Friday, July 24th          Renchen Germany           Come Inn                  Saturday, July 25th      Maasmechelen, Belgium  Meat and Metal Festival @ Jan Hertog Tuesday, July 28th      Stockholm, Sweden      Gota Kallare              Wednesday, July 29th     Gavle, Sweden          Hardrocks Klubb      Friday, July 31st           Gothenburg, Sweden    Sticky Fingers          Saturday, August 1st     Kierspe-Ronsahl, Germany   Gut Haarbecke, BAAAM Fest                Sunday, August 2nd     Frankfurt, Germany       Spritzehaus   FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT: deathdealer.co facebook.com/deathdealerband

Just posted, Jeff Martin Guests on This Weeks Edition of Focus on Metal

Episode 236 - Blasted to Static

Our guest this week is Jeff Martin. Most of you may know Jeff as the vocalist of Racer-X . Others may know him from filling the drum seat in Badlands, MSG, or Dokken. One things for sure the guy keeps busy. Now Jeff is fronting a new band Blasted To Static which also includes Stu Marshall, Rev Jones, and Clay T. Jeff will give us the lowdown on the new band as well as touch on a bit of his past on this weeks show.

Keep and eye out for Blasted to Static news at http://blastedtostatic.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/blastedtostatic

Get the this episode from the Focus on Metal Site, The Focus on Metal RSS feed, or on iTunes.

You can hear us every Wednesday on these great stations:
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You can hear us Thursdays on Platinum Rock Radio

Visit http://focusonmetal.net/ for information on all the past episodes and to find the links to all our other social media sites.

And as always Focus On Metal…Everything Else is Insignificant.

RACER X, MSG, DEATH DEALER members unveil new shred band BLASTED TO STATIC.

Brace yourself for a vicious onslaught of shredding rock unlike anything you've heard in a long time. More explosive than a hailstorm of hand grenades, BLASTED TO STATIC delivers a cutting-edge offering that is both refreshingly new, and re-imagines the hallmarks of 80’s guitar histrionics as a sonic hurricane that will blow the roof off 2015.

Headed up by the incendiary vocals of Jeff Martin (Racer X, Badlands, Leatherwolf, Surgical Steel) and fret-melting wizardry of Stu Marshall (Death Dealer, Empires of Eden, Ex-Dungeon), with the rhythmic talents of Rev Jones (Steelheart, MSG, Black Symphony) on bass and session demigod Clay T on drums, Blasted to Static represents an uncompromising and intense odyssey from veterans of the metal scene.

But for all the high-octane, hook-laden riffing mayhem, the band’s versatility also encompasses acoustic elements and more subtle, understated interludes. “We’re embracing an organic approach with this band,” says guitarist Stu Marshall. “Don’t expect music from a single genre, Blasted to Static is all about full artistic freedom, so you might even hear echoes of Black Sabbath or Queen.”

Recording is already well underway for the currently untitled debut album, and concert dates for late 2015/early 2016 are in the planning stages.

Dangerous, unstoppable and impossible to predict, this savage yet focused shock-and-awe campaign will make any jaded metal fan sit the fuck up and take notice.

Shaking off the tired, formulaic monotony that many of us have become accustomed to, Blasted to Static blazes ahead into a golden future of guitar ripping rock.

For the latest band news, visit their official Facebook page:

Blasted to Static Facebook page

EMPIRES OF EDEN offering fans a chance to become part of their upcoming new cd

Australian all star metal project EMPIRES OF EDEN led by producer / guitarist Stu "The Hammer" Marshall (DEATH DEALER / DUNGEON) is offering die hard fans the opportunity to record a narrative for a special customized fully mixed unreleased song of their very own.

How? - Here's how it works

Record a pre-written narrative on your smartphone to be included on a song which will feature stellar metal vocalist Mike Dimeo (Riot), guitar legend Ross the Boss (Death Dealer / Ex-Manowar) and guitarist Stu Marshall (Death Dealer / Dungeon) laying down blistering one of a kind customized guitars solos for each individual song.

You will be given your very own fully mixed one of a kind unreleased track for your collection.

In addition, all participating recording fans will be automatically entered into a competition as 1 lucky winner will be immortalized as part of an official song to be included on the new upcoming cd "Architect of Hope", your name featured as part of the cd booklet plus other exclusive pre-order pack goodies.

This opportunity is strictly limited and only available for a very short time as a special thank you to all metal fans who supported Death Dealer's debut cd "War Master".

For more information click here:

SKINNER, MAXXXWELL CARLISLE, LORDS OF THE TRIDENT, DIAMOND LANE and others featured on new free download compilation

ONLINE METAL PROMO and THE METAL MADMAN radio show (USA) have combined forces to release "The Root of All Madness", a free download compilation featuring a mix of 27 current, deep cuts and unreleased songs from up and coming as well as established hard rock and heavy metal artists from around the world.

1. STU “THE HAMMER” MARSHALL

2. DEATH DEALER

3. TREN LOCO

4. SKINNER

5. WITCHCROSS

6. STATION

7. ZEPHANIAH

8. DIAMOND LANE

9. METRALLA

10. CAGE

11. MINDMAZE

12. MAXXXWELL CARLISLE

13. LORDS OF THE TRIDENT

14. IGNITOR

15. ARCHETYPE

16. PATAN

17. HESSLER

18. HELLSCREAM

19. LADY BEAST

20. MALIGNO

21. RENACER

22. RAVENSTHORN

23. DIRE PERIL

24. SERPENTOR

25. ENCELADUS

26. SINISTER REALM

27. TALES OF PAIN

Download the free songs, compilation artwork and track listing at the following location:

OMP / TMM June 2014 FREE promotional compilation download link

The Metal Madman radio show official website

The Metal Madman official Facebook page

Focus on Metal 174 with Sean Peck of Cage and Death Dealer now online

Episode 174 - Death Dealer

Finally we have managed to get Sean Peck on FoM, This week we sit down and talk to Sean about his longtime band Cage and his new band Death Dealer. Either way you can't lose with these two great metal bands. Make sure you pick up a copy of the debut Death Dealer release "War Master" it's a relentless metal assault.

Enter the realm of the Death Dealer at http://deathdealer.co/

Grab it now from the Focus on Metal Site, The Focus on Metal RSS feed, The Cast Iron Ring or on iTunes

And as always Focus On Metal…Everything Else is Insignificant.

Limited Edition Release of DEATH DEALER's "War Master" Coming Soon

If you find musicians -and former members- from bands like Manowar (Rhino, Ross The Boss) , Cage (Sean Peck) , Empires Of Eden (Stu Marshall), Lizzy Borden and Halford (Mike Davis) together, nothing can go wrong.

DEATH DEALER was formed a few years ago and is an U.S. Metal - All Star band that already released their debut album „War Master“ in June 2013 as a CD by Steel Cartel Records. Now we release a limited vinyl version of 500 pieces with a gatefold sleeve. The vinyl will come intwo versions 100 pieces of black and blue splatter and 400 pieces of black. So grab em' while they last. Beyond the coolness of vinyl, now's your chance to see the artwork by Mark Sasso in a 12x12 format. Release is expected in April.

Flawless Power/Heavy Metal in the most classic style, with Sean's strongly High-Pitched-Screams which rules through the complete album. Sublime lead guitar by Maestro Ross "The Boss" Friedman tightes double bass drumming of Mr. Rhino transport every Headbanger of the planet into an endless thrill. Hymns like the speedy band hymn full of power and aggression, driven by double bass title track or the stamping monster "Hammer Down" are only one part of the absolute highlights which this album has to offer. 

DEATH DEALER doesn’t have to hide behind the big names of the individual members because it has everything to offer for the followers of traditional Metal culture.

For all people who roll out every time the prayer rug to music monuments like "Painkiller", will have something to look forward to through “War Master”.

The Death Dealer site

DEATH DEALER sign a vinyl contract with PURE STEEL RECORDS

The US Power Metal Band DEATH DEALER signed a vinyl contract for their current album "War Master" with PURE STEEL RECORDS!  The limited vinyl edition consists 500 pieces (100 colored and 400 black). The Release date is 25th April 2014. More news coming soon. Death Dealer consists of: Sean Peck - vocals (Cage) Stu Marshall - guitars (Empires of Eden, Paindivision, Ronny Munroe, Saint Lucifer, Stu Marshall, ex-Dungeon) Mike Davis - bass (Halford, ex-B.O.W.A., Dramarama, ex-Lizzy Borden, ex-Ozzy Osbourne, ex-Angel Rot, ex-Dogma, ex-Terriff) Ross The Boss - guitars (Ross the Boss, ex-Brain Surgeons, ex-Manitoba's Wild Kingdom, Manitoba, The Dictators, ex-Manowar, ex-Shakin' Street) Rhino - drums (Angels Of Babylon, Forgotten Realm, Holy Force, Jack Starr's Burning Starr, ex-Manowar) Sean Peck will be featured on an upcoming episode of Focus on Metal.

DEATH DEALER guitarist Stu Marshall reveals his new ESP artist model guitar

Death Dealer Australian guitarist Stu Marshall has just unveiled his new ESP artist model guitar.

Stu recently stated "ESP guitars have built me my dream axe and honored me with naming it the "Stu Random Star". This guitar is built from a true wish list of specs I wanted, they absolutely hit a home run. Right now it's being packaged up for delivery to me in Sydney. Check out my video covering this amazing guitar.

Stu Marshall talks about his new ESP artist model guitar

For the latest Death Dealer news, visit the band's official website and Facebook page:

Death Dealer official website

Death Dealer official Facebook website 

DEATH DEALER Steve Bolognese drummer holding drum clinic in Winchester MA this weekend

New Death Dealer drummer Steve Bolognese has announced a very special drum clinic to be held in his hometown of Winchester, MA. 

"A Drum lesson with Steve Bolognese"

"Basics and Beyond"

Location:  

247 DRUMS

5 Park Street

Winchester, MA 01890

Date: Saturday, November 23, 2013

Time: 2:30 p.m

$5 in advance

$10 at the door (day of show)

As previous drummer for Into Eternity and a Berklee College of Music instructor, Bolognese is often spoken of as the Drummer's "Drummer" having received mentoring from drum prodigy Mike Mangini (Dream Theater).   

http://www.berklee.edu/people/stephen-bolognese

Steve Bolognese multi cam You Tube video channel

For the latest Death Dealer news, visit the band's official website and Facebook page:

Death Dealer official website

Death Dealer official Facebook website 

DEATH DEALER featured on the cover of Mexico's HEAVY RIFF magazine

DEATH DEALER, the international heavy metal super group featuring former and current members of MANOWAR, HALFORD, LIZZY BORDEN, CAGE, EMPIRES OF EDEN and DUNGEON are featured on the October 2013 cover of Mexico's HEAVY RIFF magazine. 

Included in issue #11 of the magazine are interviews with DEATH DEALER, KILMARA, GLORYFUL, DRAGONFLY, SPHINX; a special heavy docs feature on HEAVY METAL BRITANNIA and a look back at the original issue of the THEOCRACYdebut cd 10 years ago.  

The latest issue of the magazine hit the streets on October 1, 2013. View Online Download    

In addition, a special 4th Anniversary HEAVY RIFF magazine issue featuring 10 of the best interviews from the years 2009 to 2013 is also available. View Online Download 

For more information visit the official  HEAVY RIFF and DEATH DEALER Facebook pages. 

WHITE WIZZARD ANNOUNCE 'THE DEVILS CUT' U.S. ALBUM RELEASE SHOW

WHITE WIZZARD have announced a special album release show at The Roxy Theatre in West Hollywood on July 9th.

The band will be celebrating the release of their brand new studio album, THE DEVILS CUT, which is due to be released in the USA on June 25th via Century Media/Earache Records.  WHITE WIZZARD will be joined at the event by melodic power metallers DEATH DEALER.

WHITE WIZZARD bassist and mainman JON LEON comments:

"White Wizzard are really thrilled to play a dual CD release show with the awesome new band, Death Dealer.  We have played with Cage and Ross the Boss in the past so this should be a great local show for both bands.  We are also excited to use this show to debut new material from our new album, The Devils Cut, out on June 25th via Century Media.  Make sure you come out and support!"

THE DEVILS CUT is out now in Europe on CD and limited edition coloured vinyl LP.  The album features artwork by CAMERON DAVIS, who is known for his work as lead character designer and illustrator for the Guitar Hero video game series.

Get THE DEVILS CUT now from the Earache Webstore in Europe at http://bit.ly/a6kLfN or get the European import in North America at http://bit.ly/aHWjUL

Listen to two tracks from THE DEVILS CUT now:

"Strike the Iron" - http://youtu.be/FnKnQ_EahYI
"Lightning in My Hands" - http://youtu.be/XPbPvG8mi98

Get more WHITE WIZZARD news and info at:

Official site - http://www.whitewizzardofficial.com
Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/WhiteWizzard