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2016 Album of the Year – After the Burial’s Dig Deep      2016 was a year. I'm pretty sure the general global consensus is that the year sucked, but it was actually a good year for music.

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Long Live Sumerian Records - 10 Years in the Black Tour Hits Baltimore, MD

Long Live Sumerian Records – 10 Years in the Black Tour Hits Baltimore, MD

You know a tour has a stacked lineup when the pit is already packed before the first band even starts – but I guess that’s to be expected with a lineup of Sumerian bands. This has been a banner year for Sumerian Records, celebrating their 10th year in business with three monster tours since the beginning of the year. The current leg of the 10-year tour, called the “10 Years in the Black” tour,…

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Bad Omens: Sumerian's Emerging & Under-the-Radar Artist

Bad Omens: Sumerian’s Emerging & Under-the-Radar Artist

     It really doesn’t matter what your favorite sub-sub-genre under the vast umbrella of metal is; if you are into heavy music, you know who Sumerian Records is. The label has been around for a decade, and they have commemorated this milestone in a very in-your-face way by running three consecutive anniversary tours throughout the year. So even if you didn’t know about them (somehow), it’s been…

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Review - Summer Slaughter Tour

Review – Summer Slaughter Tour

     With summer coming to an end, I wanted to reminisce on a true highlight from this season: the Summer Slaughter Tour. Back for the “10th fucking time” and presented by American Satan, this year’s was one of the coolest tours in the metal scene in a long time.      The incredibly stacked lineup is undeniable and really offers something to all metalheads. Death metal classics like Cannibal…

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     Musical integrity is an admirable trait in artists. It’s always comforting knowing there are certain elements you can rely on when an artist puts out new music. On the flip side, it’s totally exciting to hear how dynamic and creative an artist can get with their song structures, instrumentation, and other vibes – yet few artists venture outside of their comfort zone like that.      I The…

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Interview - Scott Lewis of Carnifex

Interview – Scott Lewis of Carnifex

     Carnifex is one of those bands who started out as leaders in the deathcore scene during the early 00’s who eventually broke out into the larger death metal umbrella. Their signature blackened elements make their sound unique and captivating. Check out what vocalist Scott Lewis had to say about the new Carnifex release, playing on Summer Slaughter, and more in this exclusive interview…

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Album Review – Bad Omens’ Self-Titled Release      Bad Omens’ first full-length debuted August 19th courtesy of Sumerian Records. One of the newer bands in the Sumerian family, Bad Omens has quickly built a reputation for themselves by touring with big names in the scene and labelmates such as Born of Osiris and Veil of Maya.

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Four Year Strong Brings Holiday Cheer to Warped      The morning of Warped Tour is full of excitement and anticipation. Waking up early, lathering on sunscreen in preparation for the bright day ahead, and packing essential items like Sharpies for when you run into your favorite band members and extra battery packs just in case your phone gets low in the middle of the day all add up to your already overflowing eagerness.

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Interview - Dan O'Connor of Four Year Strong

Interview – Dan O’Connor of Four Year Strong

Check out this exclusive interview with Dan O’Connor of Four Year Strong! We discussed topics like the tobacco industry and vaping at the July 16th Columbia, MD Warped Tour date. NoiseFromBelow: Can you please introduce yourself? Dan O’Connor: My name is Dan O’Connor and I play guitar and sing in Four Year Strong. NFB: Do any members of Four Year Strong use tobacco products? DO: We have two…

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Interview - Palaye Royale

Interview – Palaye Royale

Palaye Royale is an up-and-coming rock and roll group signed to Sumerian Records. I was able to spend some time with Sebastian Danzig (guitar, organs), Remington Leith (vocals), and Emerson Barrett (drums) in Columbia, MD at the July 16th Warped Tour date. See what their thoughts on are Warped Tour, their latest release,  the tobacco industry, and being signed to Sumerian! NoiseFromBelow: How has…

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Interview - Can You Hear Me?

Interview – Can You Hear Me?

     Can You Hear Me? (CYHM?) is a non-profit organization that aims to create a safe online environment for anyone who wants to share their personal stories. I had the chance to chat with CYHM? co-founder Ashley Coro at the July 6th VA Beach date of Warped Tour. Find out how the organization started, learn about their incredible story, thoughts on the tobacco industry, and so much more!…

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Interview - To Write Love On Her Arms

Interview – To Write Love On Her Arms

     Check out my interview with Casey O’Neill from the popular organization To Write Love On Her Arms (TWLOHA). We discuss what the organization does, views on the tobacco industry, and more in this Warped Tour exclusive interview from the July 6th VA Beach date. NoiseFromBelow: What is your name and what do you do for TWLOHA? Casey O’Neill: My name is Casey O’Neill. I’m one of the Warped Tour…

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Interview - Emarosa

Interview – Emarosa

     I was fortunate enough to have the pleasure of sitting down with Bradley Walden (vocals), ER White (guitar), and Jordan Stewart (keyboards) of Emarosa at the VA Beach Warped Tour date on July 6th. Read below to see what they have to say about their new album 131, the tobacco industry, and more. NoiseFromBelow: Hey guys! So, how’s the tour been so far? Bradley Walden: Good, busy. Busy, hot,…

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Interview - I Prevail

Interview – I Prevail

     I Prevail is set to head out on an exciting tour this summer. Read on to hear what vocalist Brian Burkheiser is looking forward to, plus more cool stuff from I Prevail! NoiseFromBelow: What can fans expect at an I Prevail show? Brian Burkheiser: Jumping, moshing, laughing, crying… pretty much a physical and emotional rollercoaster. I love that we see so many different types of people at our…

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Artist to Watch: The White Noise

Artist to Watch: The White Noise

     Los Angeles rockers in The White Noise are currently supporting Enter Shikari on The Mindsweep Tour – and they are a band that should not be missed. Their debut EP Aren’t You Glad? demonstrates a varied use of energizing sounds from the group, ranging from heavy breakdowns and riffs inspired by metal and rock to danceable, catchy choruses that draw on pop and electronic dance musicalities.  …

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TerrorVision was beautiful at Nightmare this weekend. Kept me smiling and headbanging the whole time. Figure is a true artist and genius. #nightmarefestival #terrorvision (at Camp Ramblewood)