It's 4:30 in the morning and I need to waste some time. So let's blog about something.
As a man who has 'been there and done that' I can honestly say that the drug culture and the music industry are two things that just don't mix well together. Be certain, I'm not talking about people who use drugs as a recreational activity or have dabbled in them. I'm talking about these people who believe that drugs must be a staple in the lifestyle of a Rock and Roll star.
Have you ever thought about getting extremely high and though 'man I'll write some damn good shit if I could just get high'. Yea, I think a lot of people have. So you get high, you write. The next morning you wake up, look at the page and think 'who the hell broke into my house and wrote a completely nonsensical song?' You did. You put into your brain on a regular basis chemicals that flood your brain with things that are supposed to regularly flow like that. Of course there's going to be consequences. Great, well thought out song writing is not one of those consequences.
Some people can do it, they can for some reason. But I surely don't recommend it and it doesn't mean you can. Someone said something that has stuck with me since I heard it, and I don't think that they know exactly how ingrained that one statement got into my brain.
That statement was 'creativity needs to be nurtured' – Glenn Stanway.
You're not going to magically become a creative genius if you snort an 8 ball of blow. Creativity needs to be cared for the way you would care for a precious gem. Constant vigilance and practice will get you there. Not drugs. I've wasted a lot of time thinking that if I could just find the right drug then the creative juices would flow, and I would eventually be able to come up with untold amounts of wisdom. Drugs don't give you wisdom. Getting off of drugs gives you wisdom.
You're not an idiot or a loser for constantly turning to drugs when you are compelled to. But you are compelled to do something about it. Your musical creativity depends on it.
So be smart. Write in a healthy state and be well.
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Monday, September 19, 2011
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Bonedevil Review: Who Knew The Devil Could Save Your Soul
Bonedevil has awoken the demon from the centre of the earth, and it has been rhythmically thumping its way to the surface in an attempt to lug with it the Rock substance that just might save your soul.
Birthed for the sole purpose of acting as the much needed saviour of Rock and Roll, the band Bonedevil, from Oshawa, Ontario, Canada has emerged onto the scene with a forceful and energetic music that permeates the soul and mind to the point that just about all my neurons are firing at once. Is that even possible?
This music just won't leave as easily as you might think. The indomitable and barefaced riffs Abel manages to produce from his machine firmly mark them as a grand staple in the local scene, with hopes to see that go further. Abel rips those strings to shreds, and I'm surprised that they still allow this type of creative imagination to flourish without the authorities handing them a ticket or incarceration.
The music is rife with carefully placed, well thought out guitar licks and the off beat rhythm changes ( thanks to the astonishing, seemingly panic-stricken drumming) that could keep an accountant interested for the whole show. Nothing stays the same for any length of time in these songs. I had to listen to it again, just so I could really get a sense of the melodic riffs this whole band is coming out with.
Timing is perfect. This band is tight, and they know exactly what they are doing when it comes to song creation. From the Basswork of Angel Valenciano to Abel's unflinching guitar work to Drummer Chris Jackson's striking and staggered work, imaginative song creation is one of this band's most well used assets along with Anthony's raw and authentic voice. It harks back to a time when music felt real and didn't require perfection - which this band is certainly close enough to- just passion.
Beautifully, they have effectively incorporated various styles of music into their songs that refuse to take you out of the illusion of the musical fantasy. To my surprise, a Rock and Roll song incorporated a gorgeously timed violin.
Being alone in my home, I wasn't able to start a mosh pit but it made me feel like breaking some glassware in heartfelt passion when I heard this. Although, I did light my lighter once and wave it a bit just to show some appreciation.
I am lyric man. I pay attention to these things. After hearing this band, I am superbly impressed with the lyrics, and they are ones that you are certainly not going to hear on the next Lady Gaga release. So pour another stout, listen closely and start the mosh pit going. The scars and ear damage you'll wake up with the next morning are entirely worth it and if you go deaf and it's the last band you hear – be grateful.
Bonedevil consists of:
Abel Renton - Vocals, Guitars
Anthony Howell - Vocals, Guitars
Angel Valenciano - Bass
Chris Jackson - Drums, Vocals
To all the members of Bonedevil, you have achieved something I have been looking for since 1994, but you have managed to impress and entice even the modern music scene.
Be sure to check out their upcoming shows:
August 28th, The Spill, Peterborough
September 29th, The Atria, Oshawa
October 7th, The Clocktower Brew Pub, Ottawa
Don't miss out on this chance to see this ravaging band!
Visit GetBentRecords.com in order to get the full experience, and possibly splatter your brain goo all over whoever might be listening along with you.
Matthew R. Edwards
Birthed for the sole purpose of acting as the much needed saviour of Rock and Roll, the band Bonedevil, from Oshawa, Ontario, Canada has emerged onto the scene with a forceful and energetic music that permeates the soul and mind to the point that just about all my neurons are firing at once. Is that even possible?
This music just won't leave as easily as you might think. The indomitable and barefaced riffs Abel manages to produce from his machine firmly mark them as a grand staple in the local scene, with hopes to see that go further. Abel rips those strings to shreds, and I'm surprised that they still allow this type of creative imagination to flourish without the authorities handing them a ticket or incarceration.
The music is rife with carefully placed, well thought out guitar licks and the off beat rhythm changes ( thanks to the astonishing, seemingly panic-stricken drumming) that could keep an accountant interested for the whole show. Nothing stays the same for any length of time in these songs. I had to listen to it again, just so I could really get a sense of the melodic riffs this whole band is coming out with.
Timing is perfect. This band is tight, and they know exactly what they are doing when it comes to song creation. From the Basswork of Angel Valenciano to Abel's unflinching guitar work to Drummer Chris Jackson's striking and staggered work, imaginative song creation is one of this band's most well used assets along with Anthony's raw and authentic voice. It harks back to a time when music felt real and didn't require perfection - which this band is certainly close enough to- just passion.
Beautifully, they have effectively incorporated various styles of music into their songs that refuse to take you out of the illusion of the musical fantasy. To my surprise, a Rock and Roll song incorporated a gorgeously timed violin.
Being alone in my home, I wasn't able to start a mosh pit but it made me feel like breaking some glassware in heartfelt passion when I heard this. Although, I did light my lighter once and wave it a bit just to show some appreciation.
I am lyric man. I pay attention to these things. After hearing this band, I am superbly impressed with the lyrics, and they are ones that you are certainly not going to hear on the next Lady Gaga release. So pour another stout, listen closely and start the mosh pit going. The scars and ear damage you'll wake up with the next morning are entirely worth it and if you go deaf and it's the last band you hear – be grateful.
Bonedevil consists of:
Abel Renton - Vocals, Guitars
Anthony Howell - Vocals, Guitars
Angel Valenciano - Bass
Chris Jackson - Drums, Vocals
To all the members of Bonedevil, you have achieved something I have been looking for since 1994, but you have managed to impress and entice even the modern music scene.
Be sure to check out their upcoming shows:
August 28th, The Spill, Peterborough
September 29th, The Atria, Oshawa
October 7th, The Clocktower Brew Pub, Ottawa
Don't miss out on this chance to see this ravaging band!
Visit GetBentRecords.com in order to get the full experience, and possibly splatter your brain goo all over whoever might be listening along with you.
Matthew R. Edwards
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