All Out War album teaser and pre-orders

For the first time in 17 years, the For Those Who Were Crucified lineup of All Out War have recorded some new music.  Here's the new teaser video

Pre-orders are now up via Organized Crime Records and Crime Scene Merch.

A389 Records Tenth Anniversary Bash [Infest / Integrity / Bloodlet]

As I'm sure a lot of you are aware, A389 Recordings holds a fest every January in Baltimore.  We already reported a little while ago that the Systems Overload lineup of Integrity will be playing, but the full lineup was announced today, and a slew of other great bands are set to play as well: Infest, Bloodlet, All Out War, Haymaker and In Cold Blood.

Although tickets officially go on sale tomorrow (9/27) via the Soundstage website, 100 hand numbered earlybird weekend passes will go on sale via the A389 website at Midnight (EST) tonight.

Friday January 17th 2014
Baltimore Soundstage
ALL AGES: $30 Adv / $35 DOS

Infest
Haymaker
In Cold Blood
Full of Hell
Iron Reagan
Sex Prisoner
Jarhead Fertilizer


Saturday January 18th 2014
Baltimore Soundstage
ALL AGES $30 Adv / $35 DOS

Integrity
All Out War
Bloodlet
Weekend Nachos
Noisem
Power Trip
Pick Your Side
Homewrecker
Empire of Rats

All Out War - Truth In The Age Of Lies and '92 Demo re-press

Organized Crime Records have now reissued All Out War's long out of print debut LP, Truth In The Age Of Lies along with a 10" version of their 1992 demo.  Here are the details from the label's site:

ALL OUT WAR Truth In The Age Of Lies CD and Gatefold LP.
Formed in 1991, All Out War quickly started releasing demos and EPs to much praise in the underground scene, but it was not until 1995 that the band recorded their debut full-length, “Truth In The Age Of Lies.” Soon after the release of this groundbreaking album in 1997, their label folded and it became a highly-sought after underground rarity. Now 15 years later, we are proud to be able to re-release this crossover classic with expanded packaging and bonus tracks from their 1992 Demo. 16 tracks in all of dark NYHC Crossover. Vinyl version includes digital download of LP plus the 1992 Demo.
-LP VINYL COLORS
150 on SOLID RED VINYL
350 on GREY VINYL
500 on WHITE VINYL

ALL OUT WAR 1992 Demo 10” Very limited edition of these 5 tracks on vinyl. With screen printed hand numbered covers
-10” VINYL COLORS
150 on RED VINYL
200 on BLACK VINYL

Orders can be placed through  Organized Crime's webstore here.

Record Review: All Out War - Into The Killing Fields

The news had slowly been leaking that All Out War had recorded a new record but no one knew much about it. The band's Myspace showed the cover art but no new tracks. Victory Records, their label, had the record up for pre-order but no new songs either. Finally, in a last attempt, we contacted Victory directly and they were nice enough to grant us a promo copy so we could review it. I was excited to hear it but worried that it might not live up to the last record, Assassins In The House of God. I was also a little skeptical since Jim Antonelli, guitarist, was nowhere to be seen and from what I remember, he wrote a good portion of the music. Back again is bass player Eric Carrillo who had been there since the beginning with a short hiatus and the man Mike Score, still dropping evil tales of the apocalyptic future and challenging those who believe in God to show proof of his existence.

All Out War as a collective will be the first to tell you they are metal band in a hardcore world and the record is influenced by equal parts Slayer and the Cro Mags. The first thing I noticed is the recording. Full, crisp, clean and very polished. Everything seems to be at the right level without anything overpowering and without it sounding overmixed. Musically, Into The Killing Fields reminds me of a cross between the good elements of "For Those Who Were Crucified" and "Condemned To Suffer". The record has its fair share of Slayer-ish riffs, less than the last record though, and straight forward fast riffs. The first 2 songs, Defiance Through Fear and Mercy Killer, call to mind the sheer ferocity that the band has become known for: heavy and fast with Mike's unique voice. No matter what's screaming, he always enunciates and is easily understood. With a band like this that places a heavy emphasis on its message, a vocalist that you can understand is key and they do a great job of being understood.

As the record progresses, the Slayer riffs begin to sneak in and track 4, Fear Those Who Claim Divinity (complete with Exorcist intro), is the first track that reminds you heavily of "For Those Who Were Crucified". Lots of gallops and double bass followed by that groovy breakdown that the band is so well known for. Oh did I mention solos? Oh yeah...loads of them, dive bombs too. The 90's called and they are happy you're keeping them in mind. The title track, Into The Killing Fields, starts off with a quick drum fill into a straight forward fast riff accompanied by loads of double bass before slowing down into a slow crushing gallop. After another verse the song picks up into a groove that calls to mind "Down But Not Out" by the Cro Mags off their Best Wishes record. More Slayer riffs finish off the track.

Alright now the negative. There really wasn't much about the record I didn't like but one of my gripes was the re-recording of the song "Curtain Call For The Crucified" now called "Still Crucified", the first song on the Assassins In The House of God. I don't see the reason for the re-recording personally as the original I felt was better but perhaps the guys thought they could do something different with it? I don't know...not a bad attempt but I just enjoyed the original version more.

The record is relatively short for this style, clocking in at just over 35 minutes but I feel like it works. Often, I find myself drifting off and paying attention to something but not this time. Overall, I give the record an 8/10. Im hoping the band makes its way out on the road again since its been about 10 years since Ive seen them. The record comes out tomorrow (August 3) so go out and support these hard working guys. Already in my top 10 for 2010.

Favorite Tracks: "Fear Those Who Claim Divinity", "Into The Killing Fields"

You can check out the band's page on Stereokiller and stream the record by clicking here: All Out War on Stereokiller.com

All Out War: Into The Killing Fields - Out August 3, 2010

Finally!!! The new All Out War record, "Into The Killing Fields", is coming out Tuesday, August 3 via Victory Records. We haven't received a promo copy of the record yet but based on how good the last record "Assassins In The House Of God" was, I'm betting this will be right on par. The band hasn't put up a song yet but when they do, we'll keep you posted. Victory is offering a preorder which includes a long sleeve t-shirt and the CD or a long sleeve t-shirt and the release on vinyl. Regardless of how people feel about Victory Records, All Out War is still a solid band and deserves the support. Pick up the record next week or click the preorder links below.

Into The Killing Fields CD and Long Sleeve T-Shirt Package


Into The Killing Fields 2x LP and Long Sleeve T-Shirt Package

All Out War finishes recording new record

This popped up on All Out War's Myspace today and I gotta say Im pretty pumped. The last record "Assassins In The House of God" was killer and Im sure this is going to rule as well. The band has this to say:

"The new All Out War - Into the Killing Fields is finished. It should be out in July. That is all."

Granted its not a lot of info but its something to look forward to. We'll have more info when it's released.

All Out War to record new full length

The pride of Newburgh, All Out War, will enter the studio in late April to track their 5th full length. Tentatively, the record will be coming out on Victory unless something has changed that Im unaware of. Either way, Im pumped.

Record Review: Beg For Life - Doomed

I had never heard of Beg For Life until last summer with the exception of my friend Luis who was into them. The band is from Yuma, Arizona and was on tour with The Hoods. Luis told me they sound like Disembodied...I've heard that so many times since the band got back together so I figured I'd go to the show to hang out and see. I went to my car for one reason or another as they were setting up and I heard the band begin, opening up with "Seven Stitches" by Disembodied. I kinda opened my eyes real wide and ran into the club. The band ran through their set, completely destroying everything in their path. I was impressed to say the least and I made it a point to talk to them afterwards. I sat outside and spoke with Jeff and Eddie for about 2 hours. Great guys who seriously love hardcore...okay just wanted to give you a short rundown on how I first heard them.
To get a good understanding of the band, take the best elements of All Out War (the apocalyptic lyrics and Slayer guitar parts), Disembodied (the slow sludgy heavy riffs) and Martyr AD (the speed and discordance) but adding a fresh take on the sound that many bands today seem to lack. Don't get me wrong, the band does draw heavy influences from the aforementioned bands but definitely is not a clone. The recording is excellent, everything can be clearly heard and is distinct. At the time I saw them, they did not have the record available so Eddie sent me the MP3s. I can't comment on the layout since I don't have it but the cover of the record looks like the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. Lyrically, the band speaks of Hell and the world going to hell in a hand basket. Very dark stuff. Overall, the record is one of my favorites of last year and I really hope the band continues to get on tours. They are hardworking and are single handedly building a scene in small Yuma. If you still dig bands that play that 90s style of metallic hardcore but with a early 2000's feel, you are probably going to like this. Highly recommended. You can check out songs from the record by clicking here and going to their Myspace.
You can order the record and pick up some shirts by checking out their Merch Store.