God Bless 1994. Megadeth: Reckoning Day

I'm feeling a bit Haggard this morning and this is how I decided to begin my day. I figured it was worth sharing in case anybody else needs a boost.

Last Trip to FYE... Good Run

AC/DC: Live at Donington

Nightwish: End of an Era

Megadeth: Rude Awakening

All HIGHLY recommended!

P.S. When the HELL is iTunes gonna get some ACDC?

Switching Gears-Steel Panther to Saxon

Lemmy Kilmister- Born December 24th, 1945 in Stoke on Trent, England. Founding member of Motörhead. Doesn't get much more serious than that. Yet, after a show like that of Steel Panther, I can say that so matter how serious or not you may be, The Metal commands reverence.

Respect your elders!!!!

Saxon- English Heavy Metal Band formed in 1976. Yeah, Saxon has been rockin' longer than I have been alive! That means that these guys have been around the block a time or two. They were among the Vanguard, carrying the banner of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. In the beginning, Saxon would share the stage with more established acts like that of Lemmy's Motörhead. While many people have never heard of Saxon, know who has? How about Iron Maiden? Maybe Judas Priest? Saxon not only had their place set the the British Heavy Metal Banquet, but they also heavily influenced many other bands including Megadeth and Metallica. There is no doubt that Saxon has earned their place on the Hallowed Ground of Heavy Metal with the best of them. So... bow your head... fold your arms... and enjoy

Steel Panther @ the Gallivan Center. Salt Lake City, Utah

There is no question that this was the place to be in SLC tonight! Local Band The Street opened up the show. I always enjoy seeing these guys perform. Check out their myspace HERE. Check out some of their tunes and their album is now available on iTunes.

Steel Panther after the first song. They took about 5 minutes in between songs to strike poses for the camera. Talented musicians for sure. Hilarious show. Glam Rock Resurrection. Just imagine a mix between Zoolander and a Poison Concert.
See what I mean? These guys know exactly what they are doing and they do it well. Check out their Myspace HERE.
My favorite Event Staffer of the night. He spent about 80% of his energy making sure to be right in my way for most of the night. Also, whenever the beach balls landed by him, he'd just leave 'em there instead of throwing them back to the crowd. Thanks Dude. You're a real peach.

Any Steel Panther show that comes remotely close to your hometown is NOT to be missed. You'll see what I mean when you enjoy this video with someone you love:

Metal Warriors of the World Unite!

1000 Visits in 2 Months! You guys are awesome! Good to see that the Metal is not being neglected! I want to know who you all are, SO LEAVE COMMENTS! If you like something or if you Hate it! Bookmark this site! Visit often! Leave Feedback! I want to hear from you all! Send me your Rock Pics! Your Favorite Bands etc! It's a blast to talk Metal and I hope we can keep it all going!

New Music Monday: Shaman's Harvest: Dragonfly

Shaman's Harvest: Jefferson City Missouri.

If you Listen to the Radio at all, you may have already heard this song. I don't, so this was an exciting find for me. At first I wasn't sure if it was Black Stone Cherry (who is awesome). Definitely has a bit of that Southern Rock feel. You can check out their Myspace HERE. I was most impressed with the outstanding vocals, which can make or break a band's sound. You sprinkle in some pleasantly heavy guitar riffs and you have pretty great track. Give it a whirl... I think if you like Black Stone Cherry and Kenny Wayne Shepard you'll dig this song for sure.

This Will Help

Feeling a lil bit sluggish today? Testosterone levels a wee bit low? Are you boring?

This'll help:

Most Metal Muppets EVER

Remember Fraggle Rock? What about Muppet Babies? No? Perhaps, The Labyrinth or The Dark Crystal? What do you get when you mix Muppets & Metal? This:

Himsa: American Melodic Metal Band from Seattle, Washington. Est. 1198.

The Name Himsa comes from the Sanskrit word Ahimsa, which means to "abstain from causing harm." Ahhhh, cute. No, cause when you take away the "A," Himsa means the exact opposite. In Sanskrit, literally: Violence.

Sevendust- My Favorite Addition to my Morning Playlist

Sevendust: American Metal Band. Est. 1992 in Atlanta, Georgia. Originally named "Tomorrow's Pain." Obvious Influences are: Faith No More and Living Colour.

Now, I LOVE a heavy Guitar and a Punishing Drum Beat as much as the next guy, but I still haven't fully embraced the "Cookie Monster" growly vocals of some styles of Metal. While Sevendust isn't completely growl free, they pull it off better than just about anyone I have ever heard. Why? It is mostly due to the fact that the Monsters are balanced out with some of the most focused, tight, bright and melodic vocals in the choruses.

Seriously, for those who might be tempted to give up after the first 3o seconds, do me a solid and at least wait until the first chorus is over. That's all I ask, and it's where they got me. I'm sold. These guys have taken the "Funk Metal" sound of Faith No More and Living Colour and taken it to a much heavier, darker and more powerful level. I guess I dig it so much because it is some of the heaviest stuff I have that always makes me smile.

If you love Sevendust already... then enjoy. If you have yet to see the light, I think you might be surprised by how easy to like this stuff is.

Excellent Video/Compilation of Brazilian Power Metal Bands

Just as a follow-up to the Angra Post, This is a compilation of Brazilian Power Metal Bands that I stumbled upon. Give it a listen! That is, if you like Power Metal. If you like Dragonforce, you'll do just fine. If you can't stand Dragonforce, Feel free to sit this one out.

Angra: Is there anything those Damn Brazilians Can't do?

Angra: Brazilian Power Metal Band. Est. 1991 in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Hell Yeah. I lived in Brazil for a couple years, Rio De Janeiro to be exact, but I did get to stay in Sao Paulo for 2 months. Upon my arrival to Brazil, one of the first things to strike me was Brazil's passion... nay, Reverence for Metal. Iron Maiden posters, T-Shirts and Flags are as common a sight along Brazilian streets, as Paris Hilton is in the USA. It's no surprise then that it would only be a matter of time until some of Metal's Heavy Hitters would eventually begin to emerge from Brazil itself. Angra is definitely worthy of a consecrated seat at the Round Table.

Band Members: (current 2009)

Eduardo Falaschi - Vocals

Rafael Bittencourt - Guitars

Kiko Loureiro - Guitars

Felipe Andreoli - Bass Guitar

Ricardo Confessori - Drums

Check 'em out. This is one of my favorite songs/vids of theirs:

My New Home Page- Check it out!

So it turns out that I have just enough web sites and junk floating around out there that I decided to put them all together in one place: http://www.davidtheboyd.com/. Check it out. If that doesn't interest you, but sex, drugs and rock 'n roll do... click HERE.

You Gotta Keep 'em Separated: New Blog on my Time @ Paul Mitchell the School

In order to keep this blog as metal as possible, I have created a new blog that is dedicated specifically to my time and experience @ Paul Mitchell the School. It's called "Diamond Life," and you can visit it here. I just think it's for the best. That way, Hallowed Ground can stay heavy, sweaty and meaty. So, if you are at all interested in reading up on what it's like for a guy like me in Beauty School. Check it out. If not, that's fine... On with the show!

Kneel at The Alter of The Spinning Drumstick

If you love to play the drums as much as I do, but you marvel at the amount of time you spend alone in your parent's basement with the black lights at maximum capacity... then you may consider adding this one important skill to your arsenal.

Just got the Most Pleasurable A$$ Kicking of My Life

So, basically Lacuna Coil handed me my sorry hind-end on an Italian Metal Platter at the free show tonight at the Gallivan Center in Salt Lake City! The set opened strong and held the energy right until the very end. The set length was perfect too! Many a rock show has outlasted the crowd's energy by 2... 3... 7 songs, but Lacuna Coil kept it short, balls to the walls, and full throttle just long enough but left us all wanting more. And, hats off to them for not playing the cliché/fake Encore game. They packed the punch, told us that the last song would be the last song, and let us get on with our lives. Great concept!

I've got to hand it to them for playing the set like they really meant it. Lacuna Coil is not new to the metal scene. The band was formed in 1994 but, you wouldn't know it from the looks on their faces. I really felt like they were excited to be with us and had the enthusiasm of a college band playing their first big show. I definitely got the impression that they are truly passionate about what they do. Refreshing compared to the last Def Leppard show that I saw. I'm not sure DL even knew what city they were in and appeared to have put the show on auto-pilot. Whatever.

Lastly, it was killer to see such a great turn-out for a show like this. The more SLC can support great acts like this-the more great bands begin to look at Utah as a viable tour stop. I think we did a great job showing Lacuna Coil our appreciation and support. Can't wait to see them again!

My testosterone levels just went up by Chuck Norris

Love Zakk Wylde! And the video below, from Black Label Society, does not disappoint. The band was formed around 1998 by Zakk and drummer Phil Ondich. While some consider BLS to be a Southern Rock/Heavy Metal Hybrid... I call it Hog Metal, because there is hardly a better band to listen to on a Motorcycle.

A little bit about Zakk himself. There are two easy ways to recognize him: 1. The Black & White Gibson Guitar pictured above. 2. If visuals are not available, the trademark "squeal" made famous by Zakk's time with Ozzy Osbourne (Check out Ozzy's No More Tears @ about 0:38 below for prime example) is a dead give away. Some call his sound a: "Classic Les Paul/Marshall Combo with high gain,"-Sam Jones. Whatever it is... I love it. And if music is allowed as a weapon in the battle of Armageddon, I'll be packing some Zakk. Born Jeffery Phillip Wielandt January 14th, 1967 in New Jersey, Zakk would become Lead Guitar and Co-writer for Ozzy Osbourne at age 19!

Anyway, I saw this video the other day and I can't get enough. Check it out and Don't be a sissy! Leave Comments!

Back To School Shopping! Day 1 @ Paul Mitchell the School

So, tomorrow begins my journey into the dark and sexy world of Hair School! Haha, and I couldn't be more excited! I'll be attending Paul Mitchell the School on about 45th south in SLC. The program takes about 15 months, during which I will be learning everything I need to know about styling, cutting, basic skin care and my favorite: The Straight Razor! Sweeney Todd Style!

To keep with the "all black" dress code, I had to fill in a couple holes in my wardrobe... which is fine, cause I love black.
Banana Republic Fitted Polo, G Star Raw Long-sleeve Button-up and BR fitted V-neck.
Commune Fitted Skinny jeans from Urban Outfitters, Rock & Republic Straight Leg Jeans and G Star Raw Weird Pant. I'm still on the hunt for a sturdy black belt.

Back to the Basics: All black Converse All Stars, one of the best ways to spend $35. I'll get some good use out of these at Metal shows and performances. Rock solid foundation to any metal wardrobe.

How do I do it? Great Question! Thanks for asking

Some of our faithful brothers and sisters in metal have asked me how I am able to do all the wonderful things that I do. Well, it's not easy. But, while it would take years to teach all that I know about being awesome, I feel inclined to share one of my greatest motivational secrets with you now. What is this secret? Every morning, after a good breakfast and some push-ups... I watch this video:

I cannot emphasize this Enough! Lacuna Coil is Coming! Free!

Next Wednesday, August 12th, (so many commas!) Italian Metal's premier Italian Metal band is coming to SLC which is amazing all by itself. Then you go and tell me that it's FREE! This is what happens when people pay their tithing. So, please join me! It's at the Gallivan Center.

So, this video kills me! Haha! I hadn't ever seen it until today and it's good to see the more personal/candid angle of a band that is usually a bit on the serious side. This song/vid is very different for Lacuna Coil but it's hilarious to see them messing around with other styles!

(since it's a widescreen vid, some of the right side is cut off... sorry)

I'm so pumped for this show that I haven't slept much lately. And I noticed a huge rip in my Egyptian cotton sheets which tells me that when I have slept, it's been rough. So, here is another of my favorite Lacuna Coil videos for your viewing pleasure. Oh, P.S. I had a dream that I met my wife at this concert. I love you Cristina. Scabbia is an alright last name... but Cristina Boyd? That's what dreams are made of. I'll keep you warm and safe.

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From time to time I repost some of my drum vids just to make myself feel important. So, if you have already seen this one... lucky you.