FOR THE LOVE OF METAL
I’d been looking forward to this gig as soon as it was announced. Underground doom metal legends Pagan Altar — on a Saturday, no less — supported by three of the biggest names in Canadian doom.
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Angel Witch has been an active outfit, more or less, since 1978…but they had never played Toronto until 2018.
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Aside from the bands, the most memorable thing about the Silver Dollar was that it used to serve four-dollar pints of Buzz Beer…although this is no longer the case. But when it comes to bands, the act that I most associate with this venue is Blood Ceremony.
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We were excited to hear that Rue Morgue would be holding a Dark Carnival Expo in Hamilton this year. We were even more excited to hear…
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Lord of Misrule is not a metal album. While you could file their 2008 debut—still a personal favourite—under “Doom,” Blood Ceremony has moved away…
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Electric Wizard’s Time to Die tour marked their first extended trek across North American in 13 years, and their first Toronto appearance in…forever!? No wonder it was such a hot ticket.
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BLOOD CEREMONY with VOLUR at the Trash Palace in Toronto on April 19th 2014 Photos and recap by Danielle Griscti Yes, the Trash Palace…
Read More“A smoke-filled backdrop and a barefoot bassist set the stage for vocalist/flautist/keyboardist Alia O’Brien to cast a spell over the crowd. Her seemingly effortless weaving between instruments, combined with undeniable natural charisma, made her a magnetic presence on stage.”
Danielle Griscti reviews the Toronto album release party by Blood Ceremony at the Horseshoe Tavern on Saturday, September 14th, which also featured Biblical and Cauchemar.
Read MoreHellbound Metal: “Alas, while part of me is still pining for the s/t, I’m digging this new direction as well.”
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By Natalie Zed Every once in a while there is a concert line-up that makes you do a double take. The bands are so…
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