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Mr. Gnome Makes a Big Noise on its Debut Albumnew
Most fans think Mr. Gnome's music rocks; some find it downright erotic. Credit singer-guitarist Nicole Barille's hot-and-bothered vocals, which bring to mind that diner scene in When Harry Met Sally, where Meg Ryan showed off her fake-orgasm skills.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
06-20-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Mr. Gnome, Deliver This Creature
Mushroomhead's Old Frontman Returns with a New Bandnew
Jason Popson split from Cleveland's reigning rock kings in 2004, and his new group, Pitch Black Forecast, marks a return to the spotlight.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
05-09-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
Returning Band Members Renew Testamentnew
Depending on how you want to score it, Testament ranks as either the No. 5 or 6 all-time-greatest thrash band -- the riff-roaring kings of the junior varsity, trailing behind Metallica, Slayer, Anthrax, and Megadeth.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
05-02-2008 |
Profiles & Interviews
The Chariot on Firenew
Believe it or not: Christian metalcore dudes can rage without rage.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
06-22-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: The Chariot
Fast Lane to Victory Recordsnew
Cleveland's Driver Side Impact releases its debut for an indie powerhouse.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
06-01-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Driver Side Impact
Born Again ... Againnew
Black Sabbath returns with a new name, new set list, and possibly its best singer.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
05-11-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Heaven and Hell
Hesher Hall of Famenew
After 25 years, even Bono must realize: Slayer is the greatest band of all time.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
02-12-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Slayer
The Commissionernew

Say hello to Mick Boogie, the DJ Eminem loves to hate.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
02-12-2007 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Mick Boogie
Back to the Garagenew
The Alarm Clocks return with a new album.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
12-21-2006 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Alarm Clocks
He's in the 'Army' Nownew
Filter frontman Richard Patrick finds new life in classic rock.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
12-18-2006 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Army of Anyone
Welcome the 'Savior'new
After a stint with the majors, Mushroomhead regroups and reloads.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
09-25-2006 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Mushroomhead, Savior Sorrow
Back in the Saddlenew
After 35 years, the James Gang rides again.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
08-14-2006 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: The James Gang
Group Cexnew
Rjyan Kidwell and friends burn the sheets with Actual Fucking.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
06-26-2006 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Cex
Letter From Leipzignew
Cleveland's Lovekill takes a DIY tour of Germany.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
02-21-2006 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Lovekill
New Order Comin' Upnew
Cleveland's Whitechapel admits its influences, creating a sound that's more like classic New Order than any New Order albums from the last decade.
Cleveland Scene |
D.X. Ferris |
01-09-2006 |
Profiles & Interviews
Tags: Whitechapel