Metal Haven

I almost forgot how awesome Beery's is on Friday's and Satuday's. If you don't know, Mr Beery's (Bethpage NY) has live music every Friday and Saturday night, bringing a nice mix of metal, hardcore, jazz and soft rock. There's always something for everyone there.

This past weekend I went to check out the scene over there, and it was quite alive. The lineup of bands was Black Dawn, Single Spade, Soma, and Turrigenous. All the sets were great, rock was flowing out the doors all night.

The band that really blew me away was Turrigenous. I've been meaning to catch a show of theirs for a while, and when I saw they were playing at Beery's I knew I had to be there. If you've ever listened to Turrigenous, you know how intense their sound is. They bring that intesity fully to the stage. I've never seen a band more technically awesome than these guys. One word to discribe this metal would be....epic. Check them out, they make New York and LI proud!

So I'll be back again to Beery's really soon, I hope to see you there!

CYSTIC FIBROSIS BENEFIT CONCERT

BAND BATTLE TO END CYSTIC FIBROSIS IS GOING DOWN
FEBRUARY 14TH AND 15TH 2009

4019 HEMPSTEAD TPKE,
BETHPAGE, NY. 11714
(516) 579- 7049

WEBSITE

COME ON DOWN AND SUPPORT THE CAUSE!

Bring your Valentines date down, dinner is over rated anyway. Blow her away with a change of pace on the big day. First date? No problem! This is a great icebreaker. You have drinks, music, and Mr. Beery's always has an awesome crowd.

There are going to be so many amazing bands for you to check out and enjoy. In these two days, you will see 20 bands, it is going to be a great time. $5 cover, raffles, and they will also be selling T'shirts, grab one of those while your there don't forget every dollar helps.

All of these bands are giving up their time for this charitable event, as well as to put on a great show for all of you to enjoy so be there!

1/3 @ Beery's

It's the night at Beery's I've been waiting for. Borgo Pass, Tombs, Black Anvil, and Inhuman, nd in that order.

The crowd was big at the bar, full of fans. The cool part was that everyone was of different walks and ages. It was nice to see some fifty year old bang his head to the heavy bass lines guitar riffs of Borgo Pass. It was amazing to finally see these guys perform. They put on quite a show, and I was surprised to learn that the lead singer James Tamarazzo had just gotten over being a little sick. Even so, he delivered to everyone there a great show. Same as the guitarist Gary Bennett from Black Anvil, he had a broken foot.

I had the chance to meet just about everyone from the bands. I love how chill everyone is. They are really dedicated to delivering their bests to their fans. When people come up to them after the show they always extend an arm even if they are busy breaking down the stage.

The stage had been removed for this show, so all the bands were standing on level ground with everyone. This made it really feel like a more personal show. The guys from Tombs were up next and brought more bass heavy riffs out for everyone. Then was Black Anvil, a black metal trash band that brought out a large handful of concert goers. They had everyone around them banging their heads. You could feel the energy moving through the crowd rhythmically.

Up next and last was Inhuman. With them came a small mosh pit and tons more energy. There were always fists in the air and hair flying around. It's these shows that really show that the metal and rock scene on Long Island is still well and alive. These guys are still going into the studios and writing new music to feed the hungry mouths of fans.

It was a great night, even one with a birthday party in the basement. It felt like a party all around the bar, and I can't wait to catch these guys again.

Until next time, peace.

1/2 @ Beery's

Happy New Years! It's finally 2009, get your sh*t straight cause we only got three years left. So go to as many shows as you possibly can before there is no more music.

Anyway, this past Friday was a nice show, with only two bands playing at Beery's. And I'd really expect nothing less from the bands end. A lot of guys are out touring the north and other places right now, so the guys at home want to get the local shows. And their fans from around home come out too.

The first band up was BlueRace, a band with a more mature sound to their rock, with a flavor of solid originality. The set list was long, and the crowd seemed to eat up every minute of it, even cheering for an encore. It's refreshing to hear a band play with such distinction between all of the musicians. I really loved the guitar solos and they way the bass rocked out. At the end of the show the did a cover of Jimi Hendrix's "Manic Depression", and Thom Gencarelli really hit the spot with the vocals. Not to mention the amazing guitar skills of Mr Roger Diller. He was really on it with his steady riffs and solid solos.

I've also recently learned from my good friend that beer is always a good choice of drink if you are not sure what to get, and right she was! Tom, the bartender, is the guy that bands talk to to get booked at Beery's, be sure to say hey, and if you are a person of musical talent he is the man to talk to, so get to it dude/dudette.

So after BlueRace was Conflict In The Sky, a three piece alternative....rock....indie band? I don't know exactly how to discribe them, but I've met the lead singer on one occasion after they played a show and he told me that they really put on a show. Well I'm glad I went to see this show cause he wasn't lying. The riffs and tunes give you chills down yor spine. I really enjoy listening to music like this, it makes me feel like I'm in a race and and I keep running to the beats. The bass takes a powerful stance in this trio, as well as really getting into playing his guitar.

It was a small after new years party bash, and it was a blast. Everyone at the show really enjoyed themselves, and a lot of that is due to the great music playing at the place. Thanks for coming out guys! Hope to see you again, and I hope you to see you guys at the bars. Check the calendar (bottom of page) for updates on different concerts at different places.

Pictures here and payce.

etan w

12/27 @ Beery's

So Mr. Beery's has live music every Friday and Saturday, and the bands are almost always really good.

And last night it was nothing different. It was a punk theme with all the bands, and they all rocked. I got to hang out with Roy the lead singer of Halfway to Hell Club in the beginning of the night, and he was telling me how awesome the shows were going to be.

And indeed they were.

The other bands that were present on this night were Jonesin, Up In Arms, Rebel Dead, and Quarterlife Crisis. All the bands were sick. The crowd was awesome too. And then I saw the connection. These guys were mad cool to hang out with. Each of the guys I spoke to, like Jarett the lead vocals and guitar, had such a passion for what they were there to do, which was rock the house. They are really loyal to their fans, and love to party it up with them.

There was free beer for an hour, people filling up every small space at the bar, even a beer bong being used on stage. People were moving around the floor and even getting on stage with the bands, everyone was in good spirits.

And to my great suprise I was introduced to the owner, Mr. Beery himself. It's really cool to see the man behind it all come down to see how everyone is doing. Also photographer, band promoter, and owner of Ball and Chain Records Brett was there taking pictures and drinking with all of us. If you are looking for someone to book your shows here on Long Island, you should stop by his website and check it out. He has some really good bands up there.

So all and all, it was a good night Check out pictures here, and stay tuned for more updates!

peace.

Friday night: 12/12 The day we all ceased to exist....

Hah, do you remember all those commercials with the man and his really deep voice?

(RADIO STATIC)
(SILENCE)
ANNOUNCER
THIS IS WHAT RADIO WILL SOUND LIKE TODAY. BECAUSE TO DO IT THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL. THE EARTH ISN'T COMING TO AND END, WE ARE.

So yea, this is not the case, because I was alive and partying at Beery's with a bunch of bands. I came late so I got the pleasure of watching His Mighty Robot and also some Moose Moose.

I got to meet the lead singer and guitarist Soda of His Mighty Robot and Chris Fullam the lead vocals, guitar and song writer of Conflict in the Sky. Both of these guys were awesome, and it really comes out in their jams as well.

Mr. Beery's is an alright venue, they kinda stuff the bands in the corner of the middle room, because the bar is long and vertical. They do have nights with awesome drinking specials, it's too bad it isn't also so on band nights :/

It was a good night. Check out all my pictures from this night and stay tuned for more updates on other shows.

Payce