Rock Solid

Filed Under (Reviews) by simon on 06-12-2009

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steve grimm headThis week sees new UK releases from Steve Grimm (pictured), Fire and Stargazer as the Avenue Of Allies stable reinforces its reputation as a home for some of the best melodic rock around.

But if you prefer your music a little edgier and, dare we say it, just a little more hip then we review the soundtrack to the new skater flick Extremely Sorry – featuring Lemmy Kilmister, Dave Lombardo, Black Mountain and…Warren G. Well, no CD’s ever perfect. Read the rest of this entry »

Rock Solid Extra – Slayer Reviewed

Filed Under (Reviews) by simon on 09-11-2009

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slayerWe could have jumped the gun and reviewed the standard version of the new album by thrash legends Slayer but certain bands demand to be heard on heavyweight vinyl.

So we waited. And waited. And waited. Until our 180 gram beast of a record finally arrived with 11 thumping new anthems from Tom, Dave and the boys. 

And was the wait worthwhile? Read on for the official rushonrock verdict on World Painted Blood. Read the rest of this entry »

Lemmy Filmister

Filed Under (News) by simon on 04-11-2009

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rowleylemmybaronMotorhead mainman Lemmy and Slayer’s Dave Lombardo are just two of rock’s royalty to have added their significant clout to the soundtrack of new skater movie Extremely Sorry.

Acclaimed producer Baron has brought together some of the biggest names in music to create a compilation of top tunes relating to each of the skaters featured in the latest film from the Flip franchise.

But it is the decision to get down and dirty with Lemmy and Lombardo which will excite metal heads at a time when both men are riding the crest of a creative wave. Read the rest of this entry »