My eighth time seeing All Time Low
and I can safely say that they have yet to disappoint. After selling out
Brixton Academy after minimal hours on sale, the band return to the UK ready
and willing to blow their fans minds. As always Jack Barakat’s energy
continuously makes you question how much he has had to drink before coming on
stage, however his energy and appeal is what endlessly keeps the fans on their
feet and head banging. His quirky humour never fails to make the crowd laugh,
whether with him or at him the band still have yet to work out. The drumming of
Rian Dawson doesn’t seem to drain at any point throughout the show, his
enthusiasm and drive control the heavy beat subtly manipulating the crowd’s
bodies to either jump, sway or clap. Furthermore, never once does his ability
hinder from tiredness, and to those who say that drumming is easy take a look
at Dawson’s technique…looks more like a workout than anything! Speaking of work
outs, Zack Merrick appeals to his female fans in a tight t-shirt emphasising
his muscle, in which in this week’s kerrang! Magazine issue he admits working
out to be his obsession, I can tell you it definitely shows! Merrick arguably
is known as the quiet Low, let’s be honest you can’t really be louder than
Gaskarth or Barakat, he continues to develop this persona, letting his fans
aware of his gratitude through gestures and smiles. Now, Mr. Alex Gaskarth
continues to steal the hearts of his fans, especially through his very
gratifying speech later in the night reassures his fans how true they are to
him and the band. What’s more Gaskarth cannot help to cause the audience to
dramatically transferred between emotions so quickly, from laughing and his and
Jack’s strange love to bringing threatening tears to the eyes of listeners
during the acoustic playing of “Therapy”.
One thing I particularly like about
this band? They never fail to make the crowd
Photograph by @elmakias
to have a good time, nor do they
seem to let the idea of performing day in and day out to become dull or boring.
Instead they continue to play every show like it’s their last. Personally, I
can see how the band has grown up during the years, however they have still
managed to pull of the high school appeal, in which their music has meaning yet
some can be carefree and just out for a good time; some bands whom reach the
level in which All Time Low are at now tend to let their music take the detour
to completely serious and forget where they came from and who they are. Not
ATL, they still let their music express what the band truly stand for, and
throughout the years have let their sound mature naturally. A key thing for me last night was
that their set list was perfect in the sense that itcovered every album they have created, thus
appealing to both old and new fans. Moreover, they chose a variety of songs
that are ‘classic ATL set listing’ such as Dear
Maria and Damned If I Do Ya to
songs that might not have as much credit as they deserve, such as Vegas.
Despite how many times I have seen
them their shows never get old, in fact it is completely the opposite, their
shows always end too quickly for my liking. Step by step All Time Low are
taking over the world. But their way. Not through major labels, instead taking
a stand and doing things their way, and from Rebel Yell we salute them.
Who else here has a valentines date with their stereo? Just me? Oh okay…
Well moving swiftly on, who are your ultimate rock valentines? Hottest females in rock? Perfect looooove tracks to set the perfect mood?
Okay first things first, Rebel Yell's ultimate rock valentines. Who needs roses and wine? Give me a guitarist with a bottle of Jack's and I'll be happy!
5) Jack Barakat - All Time Low (guitarist)
Have you seen his eyes? His like a little lost puppy! Ya know…except for him being human…and insanely tall!
Plus you know that the date will be absolutely hysterical! Come on Mr. Barakat has to be one of the funniest, randomise band members alive!
4) John O'Callaghan - The Maine (singer)
Is it me, or does John seem like an old soul? It's a completely adorable feature!
He's one of these people I think it would be so interesting just to sit and have coffee with…plus he's so friggin' tall too!
3) JC Charles - The Relapse Symphony (guitarist)
Okay so you guys should be fully aware of this gentleman…I mean he's mentioned enough on this blog, as well as his contribution are endless (THANK YOU!). So no words are needed really…just check out his twitter or Facebook that kinda says it all really…that and he has the cutest little puppy! (his little obsession with selflies aww!)
I'm not even going to explain this one! It's not needed.
1) Andy Biersack - Black Veil Brides (singer)
So I think we've established I like tall men…but come on it's Andy! One of few men who can rock long and short hair! Although he does seem to be able to do his make up better then me…maybe he can give me a few tips.
You don't agree? MAKE YOUR OWN LIST THEN!
Okay hottest females of rock:
5) Juliet Simms
4) Tay
Jardine (We Are The In Crowd)
3) Amy Lee (Evanescence)
2) Lzzy Hale
1) Taylor Momsen (The Pretty Reckless)
And lastly top 10 love songs (not your typical selection but…)
10) Dear God - Avenged Sevenfold
9) Do You Wanna Touch - Joan Jett & The Blackhearts
8) Only Exception - Paramore
7) Mortician's Daughter - Black Veil Brides
6) Truly Madly Deeply - Savage Garden (come on I needed on sappy one in here!)
5) Love Goes Boom - Bowling For Soup
4) Beautiful With You - Halestorm
3) You - Evanescence
2) Bed of Roses - Bon Jovi
1) When It's Time - Green Day
Well there's my little guide to romance…minus the guide part…and the romance part...
So does that have your attention? Good! Pages are stating that The Pretty Reckless have released their most controversial video to date, however honestly I don't see the big issue! Let's be honest, rock's seen far worse/controversial/horrific/nudity etc. I mean it comes with the job description doesn't it? The whole sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll thing! I personally love the video! No not for that reason! I think The Pretty Reckless have found a sound and look that suits all members of the band, Momsen herself no longer looks like the teen playing the big league, she's starting to make her mark in the industry; now I can't wait for the new album to be released! Well here's the video…enjoy! But not too much! Yes I'm talking to you…yes you right there. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHBxJCq99jA
Let’s have a moment of
silence for one of the most iconic glam metal bands to date. Mötley Crüe, one
of the first to emerge in the ‘hair metal’ scene in the early 80’s, have
announced that they are officially putting down their hair spray cans and retiring.
At a press conference
yesterday (28th January) announcement was made; with each member of
the bands names engraved into gravestone. Mick Mars stated “It’s time for us to throw the towel in.” sure, like
most bands, Mötley have played the ‘break up’ card before, however this
time they have signed a contract stating that they will no longer tour after
the year 2015 (predicted finale of the farewell tour).
But can we really expect them
to go out quietly? Of course not! This is Mötley
Crüe, the band who has been described
constantly throughout the years as one of the world’s most notorious bands in
metal. With their hedonistic lifestyles and personas conquering the hearts of
their fans, as well as challenging every establishment that gets thrown their
way. Sure, all the original members have had their brushes with the law, but
what band in the 80’s hadn’t? It most certainly didn’t stop their passion for
music and performance; instead fuelled their desire to become more and more
extravagant. Nikki Sixx can be quoted saying “We want to leave a legacy
and have dignity. We want to call it a day and be proud.” Which I’m sure they
will have no trouble in succeeding.
Image taken from metal injection.com
As if this wasn’t quite enough, the band also announced that Alice
Cooper will be their supporting act. The two have never toured together before;
however Cooper ensures that the tour will capture “rock and roll at its most
extreme.” So far, these dates have been announced: http://www.ticketmaster.com/Motley-Crue-tickets/artist/910417 although the band
expects the tour to take two years, thus more dates to be shortly announced for
2015.
Extremely (and I mean extremely!) Brief History
Crüethemselves are one of the world’s best-selling groups
of all time, having sold more than 100 million albums worldwide, 25 million in
the US alone. Forming in 1981, the band had numerous turnovers of members
throughout their 33 years together, however the original members have been back
together since 2005, in which they played their reunited tour; and now will play together for the last
time.
Mötley Crüe have inspired individuals and bands globally; each pay their respects to the icons who shaped their lives to be how they are today: (with the trending #RIPMotleyCrue)
#RIPMotleyCrue - Will always be a
huge fan.. Thanks for great memories to great songs <3 @ddlovato
Thanks
to @NikkiSixx & Motley for
being the most badass band on the planet and inspiring so many of us to make
music #ripmotleycrue@AndyBVB
To me Motley Crüe is so much more than a
group of musicians. They represent a lifestyle. Sometimes even more than their
songs, I enjoy what they represent. Reckless abandon, danger, and risk taking.
Their 'devil may care' attitude has bled into and inspired most of my favorite
bands. To me, they are as influential as The Ramones or The Beatles.
@JCCharles8
Now the gentleman above…yes you know who he is…he's the guitarist of The Relapse Symphony, whom I have previously interviewed, I strongly suggest you head over to youtube to become addicted!…anyways…like the title of this post JC's favourite song by Crüe is Kickstart My Heart again if you haven't heard it I strongly suggest you go listen to it…ya know what I'm going to make your life a lot easier and provide you guys with a link to the video…aren't I nice?
So here we are…at the end of an era…an era that has lasted 33 years…bands who can still fill venues out this late in their career definitely deserve far more recognition then they are given.
