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Robert Plant interviewed

Robert Plant was recently interviewed by “Legends of Classic Rock”.  I’m pretty sure that’s a radio station, but to be honest, I don’t really care. I’m not a middle-aged man going through the male menopause, with a sudden interest in old washed-up has-beens.

In defence of Plant though, at least he’s doing what he wants to do, instead of selling himself out for a Led Zeppelin reunion. It’s just a shame the only thing people are interested in, with regards to his music, is a Zeppelin reunion. Apart from me, because I don’t care for that either. Don’t get me wrong, the guys are legends and I love their music, but watching the band perform with zimmer frames, and tuned down by nearly an octave because Robert Plant can’t reach the high notes anymore, is hardly Rock and Roll.

Interview here.

Review: Rolo Tomassi – Cosmology

For fans of:  The Dillinger Escape Plan / Mogwai / HORSE the Band / Iwrestledabearonce

Rolo Tomassi are a genuine forward thinking, euphoric and ambitious band always pushing the very boundaries of the Metal and Hardcore genres.  Unlike a certain Nu-Metal band that like to produce synth pop albums and then call it “experimental” (I’ve heard it’s all the rage now), Rolo know how to create a true work of art.  After witnessing an absolutely phenomenal set from this noisecore crew at this year’s Download festival, and loving their first album Hysterics, I was compelled to check out their latest offering, Cosmology.

Diplo produced Cosmology is the band’s second album, released in May this year after suffering delays.  The wait was worth it though, and with Cosmology, Rolo Tomassi present a much greater and more rounded proposition than their debut.  If you thought Hysterics was good, you are going to love this.

Without further ado, I present to you my review of Rolo Tomassi’s latest offering.

How to be a "hot Metal chick"

What, this isn’t Metal news? Well fuck off, some of us need beauty tips, alright!

Ever wanted to be a hot metal chick? Yeah, me too. They call me Marlene in the clubs, but I don’t think I’ve quite got the Metal edge yet…

Good news though, some chick is here to the rescue to give you tips, because we all know Metal is about image and fashion, and not about the music.

If you want to be hot metal chick (and are over 18), ignore the advice in the video after the jump, and instead pose naked with a guitar or something, and send pictures/videos to:

Mark @ Dose of Metal,

666 Metal Avenue,

England,

B00 3IES

Breaking News: Zakk Wylde likes beer

Ever wondered why Zakk Wylde drinks so much? Well you’re in luck, because Zakk revealed all in a recent interview with the Omaha World-Herald (nope, we hadn’t heard of it either).

The reason Zakk drinks so much, is that… he enjoys copping a beer buzz. So there you have it. Simply amazing, am I right?

Want more Zakk facts? Well you’re in even more luck. Want to know the secrets behind Zakk’s awesomely long beard? Apparently it’s his love of cunninglingus that does the trick. Now you know what to do if you want to grow a beard…

Want to know why Zakk doesn’t believe in showers? Unfortunately, that’s one thing no one knows.

Blast From The Past: Black Sabbath – Sabbath Bloody Sabbath

Black Sabbath is possibly the most influential band ever in Heavy Metal, often cited as creating the best God damn genre of music ever.  Although the band have now reached legendary status, the band were often received criticism in their time for their dark sound.

Despite the early critics, Sabbath were undoubtedly ahead of their time, making use of dark lyrical themes and down-tuned guitars, taking the blues inspired rock of the late 60s into much darker and heavier territory.

One of my favourite Black Sabbath albums is easily Sabbath Bloody Sabbath and this is where the band really stepped things up to try and prove that the critics were wrong.  Read on after the jump to see my review of the album.