WOMEN WHO MOSH WEDNESDAY - ALISSA WHITE-GLUZ OF THE AGONIST

Screaming and gut wrenching gutturals are difficult enough. Having the capability to alternate between that power and melodic, on key singing is god like. Vocalist Alissa White-Gluz of Canadian metal band The Agonist takes on both singing and screaming to expand her range, giving her band an arsenal of power.

The siren and unmistakably gorgeous frontwoman is backed by guitarists Danny Marino and Pascal "Paco" Jobin, bassist Chris Kells, and drummer Simon McKay. The band utilizes elements of prog rock alongside their metal assault. These are enhanced with White-Gluz's clean vocals. While angelic, they deliver a commanding presence that captivates the listener.

Founded in 2004, The Agonist has released three albums with their current album titled "Prisoners" being released last year. "Prisoners" is an album that takes the band's signature sound and makes it more grown up while still remaining heavy. "Panophobia" is a standout track with White-Gluz wasting no time. She starts the track with a scream tinged with a rap cadence. "Panophobia" knows when to push vocal boundaries and the instrumental talent aides in making this one of their best tracks in my opinion.

The Agonist is embarking on a few tour dates starting July 3rd in Mexico, continuing to some select dates in the US, and hitting Germany in October. Hopefully they will add some more dates so all of you can experience this underrated band.   

-Fe

Links: Facebook // Youtube // Merch

EUROBLAST FESTIVAL 2013 - THE LINE UP SO FAR

Cologne's Euroblast Festival doesn't need an introduction for many of you, so I'll put it this way... One of Europe's most mind-blowing metal festivals will unleash all of its energy on the crowd from the 11th til the 13th of October. It seems like this forthcoming ninth edition is going to be another blast!

In fact, the guys at the Euroblast Collective have announced a good portion of this year's line up and two of the headliners. Textures will be performing their only German show of 2013 here. The second headliner is Germany's very own The Ocean. The rest of the unveiled line up is stacked as well, making this an unmissable event. Euroblast 2013 will feature international names like Threat Signal, The Agonist, Twelve Foot Ninja, Arsis, Hacride, Benea Reach, Mnemic, Feared, Xerath, Lifeforms, Aliases, Humanity's Last Breath, Syqem, The Omega Experiment, Deathember, Der Weg Einer Freheit, Dawn Heist, Hord,  Overdown, Pomegranate Tiger, Tardive Dyskinesia, Cyclamen, Kartikeya, Heights, and Third Ear.

Last year's line up featured more than 40 bands. This year is currently at 28. So the only thing you need to do is stay tuned for the announcement of the third headliner / rest of the line up, coming very soon. If you live in Europe, you should definitely start thinking about buying tickets. This is the kind of event you don't want to miss!

- MATTIA

Links: Facebook // Official Website

CRADLE OF FILTH / THE FACELESS / DECAPITATED / THE AGONIST TOUR

The widely famed Cradle of Filth will be setting out across North America on possibly the most twisted tour of the year. They will be accompanied by the dark forces of The Faceless, Decapitated, and The Agonist \m/ The tour will officially kick off February 22nd in New York City, make a full loop of the United States up into Canada, and will return for it's end in Huntington, NY on March 28th. Should be an insane, mosh worthy experience. Check out the flyer, listen to some music from all the bands, and check the dates / grab your tickets right here!

Links: Cradle of Filth Facebook // Twitter // iTunes
The Faceless Facebook // Twitter // iTunes
Decapitated Facebook // Twitter // iTunes
The Agonist Facebook // Twitter // iTunes