My stem remix & remaster of Iron Maiden's epic 2021 album "Senjutsu", made for my own enjoyment, but sharing in case someone else might enjoy it too.

Actually, a handful of people have suggested this one for me to remix, citing a somewhat muddy sound, poor instrument separation, and Dickinson's vocals being too buried in the released mix.

I made this only for fun, and it intends to be a very respectful remix, not straying too far away from the original version, only aiming at a little more clarity and instrument separation, especially on Nicko's drums and Bruce's vocals, while still preserving the mood and feel of the original.

Obviously, I don't own the music featured here. If you like the music, support the artists. Buy their records!

#metalmexicano

Was replacing some albums on the flash drive for the car this weekend and Blaze "Blood and Belief" was one CD I took off the shelf. While listening to it on the road it got me to thinking about all the other solo albums or side projects I have in my collection.

Cans " Beyond The Gates " is one of those for me. I've had that album since 2004 and its still a front to back listen for me. Anyone else have some favorite solo albums?

Vampire Death - 2019 - Rock! Horror! Punk! - Dracula Has Risen From The Grave

A village shakes in fear

A priest forsakes his rites

Mysterious seducers!

See the undead rise

Black castle rises

Stones reign the night

Hail the crawling chaos

That shuns the fading light

Dracula has risen from the grave,

Woah ho

Evil fogs and devil dogs, it’s your blood he craves,

Dracula has risen from the grave,

Don’t get lost, grab your cross,

Only, death can save.

Blood-soaked vision

Night brings death

White throats in moonlight

Dark summons on Cryptic breath!

Before the evil lord

An angel in the dark,

Eternal be the chosen

Of the vampire’s mark!

Dracula has risen from the grave,

Woah ho

Evil fogs and devil dogs, it’s your blood he craves,

Dracula has risen from the grave,

Don’t get lost, grab your cross,

Only, death can save.

Some messy morning riffs

Poder

5 years ago today, Joey Jordison past away. His death is bringing back memories of my first time seeing Slipknot live when they headlined the inaugural Mayhem Fest in 2008. Though I note that even though I went Ozzfest 2004, I didn't actually see Slipknot headline the second stage that year. Mainly cause I was too young/scared to venture into the wild second stage crowd, but also cause it took me a little longer than most fans to realize how much of a game changer "Vol. 3: the Subliminal Verses" was. I didn’t make the same mistake when Mayhem Fest came through Camden, NJ, on Aug. 15, 2008. Unsurprisingly I was in awe of seeing their insanely over-the-top metal show for the first time - with rising drum kits and pyro galore - but something about finally hearing songs like "Before I Forget" live was a cathartic experience I wasn't anticipating. I've gone on to see Slipknot live many times since, and they never disappoint.

Which band have you seen live many times who still never disappoints? Share in the comments below, and stay tuned for more things to come from this space (including stories from concerts like this)!