Metal News for December 24, 2017
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The Suicider Debut New Video For "2012"
Russian metal band The Suicider debut their new video "2012" from their latest album "Never Alive". The video was directed by Sergey Ilin.
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Dark Avenger Singer Mario Linhares Dies At 45
Rockshots Records shares the following sad news with us:
"With heavy heart and deep sadness we must confirm that Dark Avenger’s founder and singer Mario Linhares has passed away yesterday, December 22.
The world has lost one of the most talented singer and person, an incredible voice that will last forever in our hearts. It was an honour and a gift to work together, and we were lucky enough to meet and share some unforgettable moments with him, here at Rockshots headquarters.
Upon all, he was an incredible person sincerely in love with life and music, generous and kind as rarely happens in business and everyday life.
His legacy won’t be forgotten, and we’ll do everything possible to spread it all around as a proof of how rare and immortal his talent was.
Our sincere condolences to his family, his beloved wife Désirée and all the guys in Dark Avenger."
Rockshots Records - Team
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10 Great Metal X-Mas Songs: A Playlist
We've compiled a playlist of some hard-hitting X-mas tunes so you can rock out this Holiday Season with your family and friends....
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Super Posh Dude's First Death Metal Experience
It's pretty hilarious to watch someone experience death metal music for the first time because we were all that dude at one point. Maybe not with a suit and tie, but... well, check it out below:
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