Japanese heavy metal band from Takefu, Fukui, that formed in 1979. Not to be confused with Genocide from Chiba.
METAL ARCHIVIST & OLD SCHOOL METAL HEAD … OBSESSED WITH HEAVY * THRASH * DEATH * BLACK * DOOM * HARD ROCK *
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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GONE ... NEVER FORGOTTEN: DENIS "PIGGY" D'AMOUR (SEPTEMBER 24, 1959 – AUGUST 26, 2005)
Denis "Piggy" D'Amour (September 24, 1959 – August 26, 2005) was a member of Voivod from its inception in 1982 until his death in 2005. D'Amour's approach to music was anarchic and experimental rather than strict and theoretical. He was trained in classical violin as a child. He was influenced by progressive rock artists such as King Crimson, Pink Floyd and Rush.
"The death of Denis D'Amour was a tragedy. Piggy truly lived for his music. He was easy-going yet focused, never complained and never wanted to be a burden on anyone, he just wanted to write music and play his guitar. He seemed shy to most, but really wasn't, he was funny and loved life. We celebrated his life at a memorial held in Montreal on October 22nd 2005 and it was a cool laid-back affair, just like Piggy. His family, friends, musicians and industry all came together to remember how much of an impact he made on us all. Some of his original gear as well as rebuilt custom guitars were on display as well as great photos, videos and tour footage while his favourite music from his record collection played in the background all night."
- James MacLean
Manager, Voivod
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
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KHAFRA (MEX) (HEAVY METAL SUBTERRANEO #4, 1987) < TRANSLATED
Heavy Metal Subterraneo was a Mexican magazine written in Spanish. But here's an article translated to English for you!
KHAFRA
Khafra was the name of an Egyptian pharaoh from the Second Dynasty, after Tutankhamun, and the group took this name based on a dream of their bassist, Carlos Avilez, but let's look at the background.
In mid-1984 in Ciudad Obregón and David Flores had a great desire to form a group different from other bands in Mexico, for which he would use his experiences with Mexican groups as well as English rock as a reference. He shared this concern with Carlos Avílez (a schoolmate), who, enthusiastic about the idea, joined him to play bass. Together they set about finding a guitarist and vocalist.
They first found Carlos Esquer (guitarist) and named themselves "Nox Kruent" (Latin for "Cruel Night"). They then began rehearsing and composing some songs in Spanish and English while auditioning vocalists. In April 1985, they found the person they needed (Pascual Meza), put together the prepared material, and embarked on a series of performances that culminated in a large concert at the theater in Ciudad Obregón. All of this brought them fame and reputation.
They later recorded a home demo with three songs. In October 1985, the guitarist position was taken over by Saúl Castañeda, who enriched the metal sound. From that moment on, the quartet's material began to be recorded exclusively in Spanish, with a new sonic and lyrical concept. By February 1986, they began performing in different places under the new name Khafra, thus gaining more musical and stage experience, achieving great renown throughout southern Sonora, where they are known as the "New Revelation of Metal Power."
In May 1986, Khafra recorded an independently produced demo tape with eight songs representative of their concept.
They also moved to the city of Guadalajara to expand their work area and be closer to the national media. In July, the group joined Escuadrón Metálico and traveled to Mexico City to perform live shows and record the songs "Dos Bestias" and "Esquizofrenia" for a compilation album
that was released at the end of November, when the group was back in Mexico City. These days they are preparing new songs that they will present soon.
KHAFRA - David Flores (drums), Carlos Aviléz (bass), Pascual Meza (vocals), and Saúl Castañeda (guitar). P.S. They have added a second guitarist, but we don't know his name.
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Monday, August 24, 2026
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RECOMENDED LISTENING: EPICEDIUM (GER) "SUFFERING THOUGHTS" [CD]
Genre: Death Metal
Year: 1997
Country: Germany
Who would like this?: Anyone who like old-school Death Metal with a bit more tempo changes and not just 100% full throttle. I often find myself thinking about Bolt Thrower through out the album, both when it comes to the music and the voice of singer Sasha Henschel. This album is high on my "hope it will be released on vinyl" list.
Notes: Death Metal band from Frankfurt, Germany. Started out in 1996 and have released 5 albums to this date.
TRACKLIST
1. Terrorizing Madness
2. War Machine
3. Anxiety
4. Fateful Destruction
5. Abused Faith
6. Suffering Thoughts
7. Feelings of Hate
8. Morbid Oppressions
9. The Dying Inside
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ASTAROTH (US/FL) (ENIGMATIC DELUSIONS #4, 1993)
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Sunday, August 23, 2026
METALLICA "YOYOGI OLYMPIC POOL, TOKYO, JAPAN" (MAY 13, 1989) [CONCERT]
Kind of a terrible video but it's a great audience recording when it comes to the audio from their Japanese tour in support for "... and Justice For All". Personally I just listen to the audio.
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Saturday, August 22, 2026
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BATHORY "UNDER THE SIGN OF THE BLACK MARK" PROMO SHEET (1987)
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ALFRED MORRIS FROM FORCE & IRON MAN (1982)
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STORY (SWE)
Melodic Hard Rock band from Karlskoga and Degerfors, Sweden. Active between 1981 and probably 1986.
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Friday, August 21, 2026
FRIGID BICH (US/NY) DISCOGRAPHY
Heavy Metal band from New York, NY, US. Active between 1980-1986.
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DISCOGRAPHY
(1981) CALL US ROBINHOODS [7"]
This is the bands only 7".
Side A
1. Call Us Robinhoods 03:25
Side B
2. You're No Loser 03:18
(1981) A&M Promo [DEMO TAPE]
This is the bands second demotape from 1981.
1. Jack the Ripper 03:15
2. Teenage Rebel 03:55
3. Liar 02:28
(1982) '82 Demo [DEMO TAPE]
This is the bands third demotape from 1982.
1. Fight for Rock 'n' Roll 03:13
2. Poor Man's Fortune 02:04
3. Liar 02:32
(1984) Demo [DEMO TAPE]
This is the bands fourth demo tape from 1984.
1. The Kids Are Gonna Fight 03:24
2. No Guts No Glory 03:15
3. Tyrants of Our Generation 03:12
4. Metal on Denim on Leather 03:20
5. We Rule the Night 04:02
(1985) Louder Than Loud [DEMO TAPE]
This is the bands fifth demotape, a 1-track one from 1985.
1. Louder Than Loud 04:43
(2003) Anger, Attitude, Anarchy [COMPILATION]
2003 release on 10" that contains early 80's demos. Tracks "Call Us
Robinhoods" and "Your No Loser" appears on a 7" single from 1981.
Robinhoods" and "Your No Loser" appears on a 7" single from 1981.
Side A
1. Call Us Robinhoods
2. Jack the Ripper
3. Fight for Rock and Roll
Side B
4. Your No Loser
5. Liar
6. Teenage Rebels
(2011) Tyrants of a Generation [COMPILATION]
This is a compilation LP released in 2011 of some of
the bands Studio & Live material from 1983 - 1986.
the bands Studio & Live material from 1983 - 1986.
Side A
1. The Kids Are Gonna Fight 02:42
2. Metal on Denim on Leather 03:03
3. Tyrants of a Generation 03:05
4. We Rule the Night 03:50
5. No Guts No Glory 03:08
6. Louder Than Loud 04:25
Side B
7. Wild in the Streets 03:52
8. Overkill (Motörhead cover) 03:28
9. Crank It Up (The Rods cover) 04:36
10. The Hammer (Motörhead cover) 02:22
11. Metal on Metal (Anvil cover) 03:45
12. Encore 02:04
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