Hear ‘n Now Continue Down their “No Road to Ruin” Journey Against COVID

(Hard Rock / Classic Heavy Metal)

This band is currently seeking reviews, interviews, and press!

(For Media Only) - Download the promo below!

https://heavenandhellrecords.bandcamp.com/album/no-road-to-ruin

For fans of Hard Rock & Classic Heavy Metal!

Grim Reaper, Judas Priest, Saxon, Corners Of Sanctuary

Hear ‘n Now Continue Down their “No Road to Ruin” Journey
Against COVID

The multi-artist COVID coalition, Hear 'n Now , which features the talents of Steve Grimmett of Grim Reaper , Patrick Kennison of Lita Ford , Chris Natalini of Blood Feast , Corners of Sanctuary, Ed Mischke of Veronica “The V” Freeman and Alex Olivetti of Threatpoint among other Rock and Metal artists, are continuing to pound the pavement in support of their new single, " No Road to Ruin ," which was written and produced by Corners of Sanctuary guitarist, Mick Michaels .

" I'm glad I was asked to be a part of this project ...," said guitarist Olivetti .  It's for a good cause. Music is an important part of life, especially as an artist, and with the world in turmoil, people are looking for outlets to help them get through. When the opportunity came to contribute to this project I couldn't say no ."

" No Road to Ruin ," which officially released May 11th , four days earlier than its original drop date, was made available as a free MP3 download by Heaven and Hell Records via the label's Bandcamp platform.

Download " No Road to Ruin " here:
https://heavenandhellrecords.bandcamp.com/album/no-road-to-ruin  

" If you love Metal, like the 80’s retro sound...than this single is for you. You get cool riffs, shredding guitar, some great vocals and to top it all off, a positive message about persevering through this pandemic ," reported music news outlet Seth's Rock Report following the single's release.

The new track has already been making its rounds on the internet airwaves as well as terrestrial radio.

" We are hoping the word keeps spreading ," said Michaels . " It's definitely an uphill climb, but so far the support has been great ."

Though the song is available for free, Hear 'n Now head, Billy Loney , of Keep it Metal Promotions , is urging people to make a donation at the point of download.

" Making a donation is completely voluntary ," said Loney . " There's no obligation. We just wanted to have the opportunity available for anyone who wishes to...every bit helps ."

Donations benefit relief efforts organized by the Center for Disaster Philanthropy - https://disasterphilanthropy.org/ .

“ I’m proud to be involved in this project ...,” said guitarist Mischke . “ What better way is there to help people than with Metal! ”

See the “ No Road to Ruin ” lyric video:

Check out Hear 'n Now at:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/HearnNowAnArtistsInitiative
Download " No Road to Ruin " here:
https://heavenandhellrecords.bandcamp.com/album/no-road-to-ruin

 

https://heavenandhellrecords.bandcamp.com/album/no-road-to-ruin

Alberta's Decimate MetalFest 2020 Cancelled

Due to the global COVID 19 situation and the uncertainty of events and public gatherings, Decimate MetalFest announces they will be cancelling their 2020 edition. The festival was to be held on June 12-14 to Millet, AB at the Millet Agriplex (5400 45th Avenue) with camping available at the Millet Lions Memorial Campground. Millet, AB is 60kms south of Edmonton and 250kms north of Calgary. For its first two years, DMF has been held in Calgary.
DMF's 2020 line up was scheduled to have an array of 35+ performing acts from many metal sub-genres along with burlesque, comedy, and more from across Canada.

Festival organizer Sloan Voxx issued the following statement:
"Hey everyone, we finally have an update for you. While sitting in limbo through the mess that is our world right now, I was striving to do everything I could to keep the fest going! But after sitting down, a lot of contemplation and a long hard look at what is happening around us, with the heaviest of hearts, I feel that it is in our best interest, and everyone's safety to cancel this year's festival.
There are an array of reasons why we need to make this tough decision, and I sincerely apologize for any disappointment or inconvenience, but our top priority is keeping you all safe. As safety is our primary concern and as the situation worsens, the last thing we want is to be responsible for bringing multiple small groups of people together (regardless of the sanitary precautions we have planned out) and put you in jeopardy of becoming ill furthermore to put your families in jeopardy of becoming ill. We don't want to be part of the problem, we want to be part of the solution.

At this point, we have to ask ourselves: "Is it worth it?". There is so much at stake here both directly and indirectly. As much as I love this festival, its crew, its bands, fans and everything it represents, and as much as I want to fight tooth and nail to make this happen, the answer is "No.". I don't think it's worth it. Potentially endangering even one person is not worth it.
We will still be here to support all other Western Canadian Metal Festival Alliance fests that still may take place (Armstrong MetalFest - AMF, Loud as Hell Festival, Metalocalypstick Fest and Hyperspace Metal Festival). We hope that you'll join us in crossing your fingers, toes, legs, eyes, and anything else cross-able for them all that it can happen and their fests are able to move forward!
In addition, everyone who was on the roster for Decimate 2020 has a direct invite to return to play Decimate 2021 if they are able to do so. We have a hold on the Millet Agriplex for the weekend of June 11th, 12th, and 13th, 2021, so mark your calendars, because we're coming back with a vengeance next year, and the rest of the lineup is SICK!!!
I hope you are well and safe. Love you guys."

Previous years of Decimate MetalFest included bands such as: Into Eternity (Regina, SK), Hammerdrone (Calgary, AB), Centuries of Decay (Toronto, ON), Tortured Saint (London, ON), Quietus (Edmonton, AB), SYRYN (Calgary, AB), KOSM (Vancouver, BC), Hazzardous Material Burlesque, (Calgary, AB), School of Rock Calgary South (Performance Band -18), Ninjaspy (Vancouver, BC), Widow's Peak (Calgary, AB), NYLITHIA (Vancouver, BC), Blackwater Burial (Vancouver, BC), Insurrection (Gatineau, QC), Pecado (Calgary, AB), Sludgehammer (Toronto, ON), Gatekeeper (Vancouver, BC), BLQ - Benevolent Like Quietus (Calgary, AB), ODINFIST (Armstrong, BC), Tessitura Official (Edmonton, AB), Filth (Shelby, NC), Insvrgence (Austin, TX), and many more!

Decimate MetalFest is the brainchild of Sloan Voxx of Voxx Promotions, which is destined to become an annual Canadian metal pilgrimage to Alberta, Canada. With the many yearly festivals becoming part of the national metal heritage, Sloan wants Decimate MetalFest to become one of the best-known events alongside the various festivals located within Alberta, and Western Canada. With Voxx Promos booking and promotional experience, and the support of metalheads internationally, there is nothing to stop them from reaching their goal of bringing in the masses and putting on incredible metal festivals for years to come!"
(Writing Credits: Sloan Voxx & Ingrid Newton)

Decimate MetalFest is a proud member of the Western Canadian Metal Festival Alliance
Check out other WCMFA festivals:
Armstrong MetalFest - AMF
Loud as Hell Festival
Metalocalypstick Fest
Hyperspace Metal Festival  
For more info:Decimatemf.wixsite.com/decimateme
Facebook.com/decimatemf/
Instagram.com/decimate_mf/
Twitter.com/decimatemf

Death - Symbolic (25th anniversary )

This weekend marks the 25th anniversary to one of metal's greatest albums, Symbolic by Death. In celebration, we dive into 25 things about this masterpiece you may not know!

 1.     Symbolic                                 06:33     
2.     Zero Tolerance                      04:49     
3.     Empty Words                      06:22     
4.     Sacred Serenity                      04:27     
5.     1,000 Eyes                      04:29     
6.     Without Judgement       05:28   
7.     Crystal Mountain                      05:07     
8.     Misanthrope                      05:04     
9.     Perennial Quest                      08:19