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Mimanxa- Technical Death Metal

Mimanxa - meaning 'the verdict' (in assamese) was founded in 2011. Its an extreme tech death metal band rising from north east india. They draw influences from bands like necrophagist and nile. The song structures are complex and intricate with technical riffs, sudden tempo changes, fast drumming and insane vocals.

Review: Under The Sign Of Hell 2011 | Gorgoroth

Reviewed By Kallol Bordoloi-

Norwegian Black Metal giants Gorgoroth re-released their Under The Sign of Hell album from 1997  titled, "Under The Sign of Hell 2011" which on my part was a needless effort on their part. The production ( evidently by drummer Tomas Asklund) is mediocre to say the least!

The 1997 release which had some amazing guitar melodies by Infernus goes sleeping in this reproduction as does the sheer raw power and soul we can associate with in BM. The tracklisting remains the same which includes eight tracks in all-
1. Revelation Of Doom
2. Krig
3. Funeral Procession
4. Prefetens Apenbaring
5. Шdeleggelse og Undergang
6. Blood Stains The Circle
7. The Rite Of Infernal Invocation
8. The Devil Is Calling

The new release doesn't include the track 'Postludium' from the original which is not much of a concern because it was more of an Interlude, though I would not know if it paid any significance in the original.

Well, what went wrong to this epic of an album from 1997 which had something as good as the solo in "The Rite Of Infernal Invocation' and the song lasting for over six and quarter of a minute( though towards the end it was all 'hush-hush' noise )? The very solo from the above mentioned song went missing.
You need more?
The guitar tones and the production in this album unlike the '97 release ( which at first would take time to handle, but later grows on you)  is mediocre (again)!
The new album lacks the zeal in guitar playing which Infernus had in the previous release!
The track Blood Stains The Circle which originally had some clean vocals and very melodious ones at that are replaced by regular BM vocals in the reproduction, which let an avid fan of these guys like me down!
Though Gorgoroth did not try much to change anything else on the album, we can hope that by going back to the kind of music they produced back in their prime, they come out with a better record!
The present line -up includes Pest on Vocals, Infernus on guitars,Tomas Asklund on drums.
It was mixed and mastered By Tomas Asklund and as far as I have the idea about production, for a BM band, this is just not it! No matter what the new-age tech may bring about, the atmosphere created by a BM album is definitely the very soul of it, and UTSOH2011 fails to deliver on that!!

Here is hoping, Infernus would deilver us in the next album with the Gorgoroth we all know and love!

Ave -Satanas!

JUNKYARD GROOVE INTERVIEWED!!!!!

(Interviewed by Aryan on behalf of D. Mus. (DigiMusic))

They want to create quality music, they want to perform live, they want to put India on the World music map and, most important, they want to enjoy themselves. They are Junkyard Groove and they don't need any intro! 

OFFICIAL SITE!

Here's our interview with Junkyard Groove's Ameeth Thomas: 

REVIEW: BURN THE WATER - Eschatological EP

Reviewed by Dexter on behalf of D. Mus. (DigiMusic)

DOWNLOAD THE EP !!

Formed in early 2011 as a solo Metal project by Debojyoti under the moniker of BURN the Water, it started out with creating experimental tunes influenced by musical genius Devin Townsend.

At not even 17 years Debo with experimentation and industrial music has made a great debut with his EP "Eschatological"

which released on 28th january.

Barely fifteen minutes long ,"Eschatological" talks about the end of the world and humanity,thorugh an unhealthy, disturbing and disturbed reflection of the concept featuring a girl suffering from mental illness.

Farrago- A Must Hear for Classic Thrash Freaks

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(Designed by: Jobin Barua

Edited by: Pulakesh Das

On behalf of D. Mus. (DigiMusic))

“For those of you classic Thrash Metal freaks out there who are unaware of Farrago, you're missing out on something folks! The band originally formed in June 2010 with an aim to fuse different genres like heavy, thrash and power metal to create their own original sound. They've also been noticed internationally as they have signed on with US based label Igzordium Records. The band recently released two of their songs "Nymphomaniac" and "Beast of Revelation". Nymphomaniac starts with a classic heavy metal riff paving way for a bone chilling growl at the end of it. Any listener, on their first time, would have expected them to continue the growling. But no, the track suddenly changes,

Our Logo for 8 Bullets

ABOVE: This is the logo we designed for 8 Bullets, a Melodic Death Metal Band from Guwahati, Assam.

(Designed by: Deepjyoti Roy and Jobin Barua

Edited by: Jobin Barua

on behalf of D. Mus. (Digimusic))

Rock n Roll will Never Die!

How well do you know the musicians that shaped rock and roll? Try this quiz! Comment your answers. (No googling before you submit your answers!)

1. This guitarist, originally named "Johnny," was born in 1942 in Seattle, Washington. He would go on to be arguably the greatest guitarist of all time, though he only lived to be twenty-seven. If I told you what band he was in, it would be way too obvious. a. Jimmy Page b. Jimi Hendrix c. Angus Young d. Chuck Berry

2. This drummer died young, at age 32 in 1978. He was known for his intense style of playing and destructive behavior. On the "Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour", he overloaded his drums with explosives. They went off at the end of the performance, leaving Pete Townshend with permanent hearing damage. a. John Bonham b. Keith Moon c. Lars Ulrich (:3) d. Ringo Starr

Interview with Shades of Retribution- The Leaders of the Tribe

(Interviewed by Himangshu Sekhar and Nilotpal Kalita on behalf of D. Mus. (DigiMusic))

Formed in January,2010, Shades Of Retribution has an old school base , deriving influences from the Assamese culture and the other regions of North-East. This being said the lyrics are in Assamese and are in context to the never ending quest for survival in this region. “Ideologies forms the concept of One Tribe and One Sound”,which the band firmly believes. If you are an old school Thrash and Death metal fan, you gotta check them out!



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Take Off- Hindi Rock!

(Suggested by Dinesh Verma)

Take Off' is a 5-piece Hindi Rock band from Chandigarh, formed almost 5 months ago. The band draws its inspiration from bands and artists like A. R. Rehman, Junoon, Coldplay, KK, Rahet Fateh Ali Khan
etc. The band has won few gigs and competitions in and around Chandigarh. They have released two singles till now, 'Daaru Ka Nasha' is pretty decent song. Youth can easily relate to their music.

Facebook: http://facebook.com/takeoffband
ReverbNation: http://reverbnation.com/takeoffmusic

Bramfatura -

(Suggested by Dinesh Verma)


'Bramfatura' is a collaborative music duo from Mumbai comprised of
Mark Fulgado and Gaurav Godkhindi. They released their debut album
Demos in 2009 as free download. The album featured Cherry Fernandes

Azure Delusion- Thrash Metal from North East

(Suggested by Dinesh Verma)


 'Azure Delusion' is a 4-piece Thrash Math metal band from the North-East. The band hails from Kohima, Nagaland. They have released their debut single-cum-music video 'Apocalypse' in 2010, which also got premiered on MTV India last year. They will be releasing their next single in Feb.

Facebook: http://facebook.com/azuredelusion
ReverbNation: http://reverbnation.com/azuredelusion

Interview with Day69, an Experimental Death metal band from Guwahati

Intro: Fast Tempo and Sudden Breakdown- that's what they want their sound to be defined as! They are Day69, a band of HARDCORE METALOHOLICS. Dedicated to their music and keen on bringing a good sensation and taste for all metalheads, this band changed their line ups many times in a short period of time just to get the perfect sound they want! 


Members: Arindam-vocals, Amar-lead, Som-drums, Anand-bass

Fused- Alternative/ Indie Rock

(Suggestion by Dinesh Verma for D. Mus.(DigiMusic))

'Fused' is an alternative/indie rock band from Chandigarh. The band comprises of 4 young and talented school kids, very passionate about music. They have been performing in various shows/ events/ gigs in and around the city.

A Day with Arihant, Technical/Experimental Death Metal from North East India

(Interviwed by Manoj Baishya on behalf of D.Mus. (DigiMusic))

(Photoshoot by Sumit Baruah and Nayan Deka on behalf of D.Mus. (DigiMusic))

Arihant represents -"Destroyer Of Enemies as a sign of Brutality and Unforgiveness". It is a Three piece 

Experimental/Technical Death Metal Band 

rising from North-East India. The band Praise Chuck Schuldiner as their idol.

A day with Mihir Phukan, a leading guitarist from the North East!

(Interviewed by: Nilotpal Kalita on behalf of D.Mus.(DigiMusic))

(Photoshoot by: Sumit Baruah on behalf of D.Mus.(DigiMusic))

An awesome shredder, a down to earth man, Mihir Phukan is one of those guitarist who can freak you out with his skills even while trying the guitars and amps. Check this video out if you don't believe me! He nailed technical difficulties in it! His career started out as the lead guitarist of Eclipse, one of the pioneers of Assam's rock scenerio. He got the best guitarist awards continuously for 5 consecutive years before he left Eclipse in 2007.

Mihir Phukan covering Crossroad: Click here
Eclipse performing Dio Cover 'Don't Talk To Strangers' in Rock o Phoenix 2007: Click here

Also nicknamed 'The Neoclassical King' or 'The Buckethead of Assam', Mihir Phukan always wanted to have a solo career just like his idol- YNGWIE J. MALMSTEEN. 

Interview with Virgin Creep, an Alternative Rock band from Guwahati

(Interviewed by: Nilotpal Kalita and Himangshu Sekhar on behalf of D.Mus.(DigiMusic))

Intro: Based on Guwahati, Virgin Creep's sound is a brilliant combination of Alternative metal riffs, harsh low pitched vocals and cool grooves. Influenced by almost every rock artists, the band eventually changed its genre from Metalcore to Alternative Metal. Over the short period of time, the band established themselves as one of the most exciting live performers in the town highly appreciated by the rock folks! The 90s are here! Check them out!

An Interview with Sahil Makhija!

(Interviewed by: Devleena and Nilotpal Kalita on behalf of behalf of D. Mus.(DigiMusic))

Sahil Makhija better known as ‘The Demonstealer’ has been involved with the Indian metal scene and been an instrumental part in its development. Starting out with Demonic Resurrection in 2000 the band over its illustrious 11 career has released 3 albums and an EP, Won the metal hammer golden god award, played festivals like Inferno and Brutal Assault and been signed to Candlelight Records. He also runs Demonstealer Records, India’s only label for extreme metal along with a recording studio for local bands, the countries only heavy metal PR agency, a booking agency, a metal festival, a consultancy service as well as a heavy metal cooking show. If anyone lives, breathes and knows heavy metal, it’s him.