That Left Turn at Albuquerque

Sometimes life takes unexpected turns, and things don't really end up the way we plan.  This is what this post is all about.

Vince Neil

Following the post about bands making come backs, the first strange piece of news is from Revolver Magazine. Vince Neil, front man for Motley Crue, was hospitalized during a show they were playing on the Australian leg of their tour.  The article, found here, states that when the band was nine songs in, Nikki Sixx came out and announced that Neil had been taken to the hospital for kidney stones.  The surgery was this morning, and all is reported to be well.  The only question that remains now is whether or not the fans get a refund.

August Burns Red

August Burns Red lead guitarist, JB Brubaker, has opened up about the bands history in the studio.  He shares the top 5 memories (good and bad) in the history of the bands recording experience.  They have more memories to make very soon too. The band is currently in the studio tracking for their 5th album due out in late summer.... they need to finish up the Warped Tour first.  Want to find out what the top 5 memories are?  Make sure you read this.

Another Lost Year

Also making the list of unexpectedness is a band called Another Lost Year.  Hailing from North Carolina (NC), these guys have done pretty well for themselves.  They have been featured on Nikki Sixx's radio show, and have been on tour with the likes of Flyleaf, RED, and 30 Seconds to Mars. Their first single "War On The Inside" met with some success and the second single from the album Better Days, called "Writing On The Wall", is due out soon.  The band features a sound that is similar to mid-90s Creed, or 12 Stones, but with more of a metal edge on certain tracks.  The unique vocal stylings, and balanced instrumentation make for an album that is very easy to listen to, and get stuck in your head.  The unexpected shock, for me, came with the song "Angels".  Out of nowhere came this stunning female vocal part, it really added an awesome element to the song!

Better Days cover

I would definitely recommend this album to anyone who is a fan of good, solid, rock records.  The only downfall (if one is to be had) is the slightly "canned" approach to the music. Otherwise, the mix is great. All the instruments and vocals are balanced where everything has it's own voice without overpowering.

Be sure to learn more about Another Lost Year (ALY for the fans) by checking them out on the web, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.