Posts Tagged ‘fall of troy’

Chiodos 2012

Thomas Erak (Ex-Fall Of Troy) Joins Chiodos

Michigan’s hard rock act Chiodos has officially announced Thomas Erak (ex-Fall Of Troy) as their new guitarist. The decision comes two months after Jason Hale parted ways with the group.

In an announcement video released this morning, Erak introduces himself to fans, gives some insight into his musical background, and hints at a small change in sound on Chiodos’ new material. You can view the announcement blow.

Chiodos are currently working on their first album with frontman Craig Owens since Bone Palace Ballet. Stay tuned for additional recording updates in the coming weeks.

Chiodos 2012

Thomas Erak (ex. The Fall Of Troy) Performs With Chiodos In Hollywood

Ex. The Fall Of Troy frontman Thomas Erak took the reigns as lead guitarist for Michigan hardcore outfit Chiodos the other night in Hollywood. The group recently lost Jason Hale to pursue other endeavors and the group are looking to fill his position.

Chiodos were filmed performing four songs from their catalogue, including “Baby You Wouldn’t Last A Minute On The Creek,” “The Words Best Friend Become Redefined” and more. UTG realizes the sound and picture quality is not the best for these videos but the point is that Erak tears up the stage. Would you all like to see …

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REVIEW: Just Like Vinyl – Black Mass

Artist: Just Like Vinyl
Album: Black Mass
Genre: Rock, progressive, experimental
Label: Superball Music

I made a mental note as I was listening to this that perchance this is what Avenged Sevenfold sounded like to people who didn’t like them. You know: a certain throwback element and lots of greasy solos combined with gravelly vocals. Yes, I recognise that this is a needless comparison. But that’s what Black Mass makes me think of, and I can’t quite figure out whether I like this record or not. It has a great many wonderful things going for it – the sheer brazen …

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Just Like Vinyl (ex-Fall Of Troy) Stream New Song “Bitches Get Stitches”

Just Like Vinyl (ex-Fall Of Troy) have teamed up with Alternative Press to release a stream of their new track “Bitches Get Stitches” and it is one hell of a ride. Please click through the link to listen to this awesome new track and comment with your thoughts after the jump.

The band also stated their thoughts on signing to Superball Music and can be seen below!

“We couldn’t be happier being a part of the Superball family/roster. There’s a lot of really talented and caring people at the label and we are excited as hell for what the future

R.I.P. to The Fall Of Troy


Courest of Alt.Press:

Progressive Washington State trio the Fall Of Troy have announced that they are bringing the band to a close. In a post on the band’s website, vocalist/guitarist Thomas Erak wrote, “Andrew [Forsman, drums], Frank [Ene, bass] and I have decided to end our career as the Fall Of Troy.” Erak says there was no contention among the members and that the decision was due to the trio being “on three different paths in our lives.”

The Fall Of Troy released four full-lengths beginning with their self-titled 2003 effort and ending with In The Unlikely Event which dropped

Fall of Troy: Preorder Now

TFOT’s new album, “In The Unlikely Event” hits stores on October 6th!

Preorder it now from MerchNOW for only $9.99, or get a CD/Tshirt or CD/Hoodie bundle.