» 5 out of 5 Evil Faces

Okay so we all know that Witchery kicks ass, or at least I do. Though maybe you disagree with that and think they are typical? I have read alot of people do. I on the other hand disagree with the typical opinion. I personally think of Witchery as a very non-typical band.

Firstly they actually know how to play their instruments (sure, there are alot of other metal bands that also know how to play) but there are also a fair share of those who could use another lesson or two.

Plus the sense of humor expressed within their lyrics, artwork and such. Like an old classic horror movie would make you laugh. I get the same vibe from Witchery. Maybe they did not intend for it to be this way, and my twisted sense of humor just leads me to believe that titles such as “Dead, Hot and Ready” are meant to have a semi comical theme.

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Biography

Imprecation was a Texas based Death/Black metal band from the early 90′s.

They have since broken up and as far as I know only released one CD. Which is a conglomeration of their various demos.

Rough raw metal done the way it was meant to be done. Highly satanic lyrics, not for the faint of heart. (to say the least) If you are a fan of slow doomy, sludgy old school death metal with some keyboards thrown in for the fun of it, than be sure to check this band out.

Guitarist Wes Weaver alo went on to play with the band Infernal Dominion, though they also have since broken up!

Wes has started a new band entitled Blaspherian. Be sure to check them out!!!

Band Members

• Wes Weaver – Guitar – Also see: Infernal Dominion
• Mark Beecher – Bass/Vocals
• Ruben Elizondo – Drums/keyboards

Discography

Below is a list of Imprecations’s releases

Theurgia Goetia Summa

• Released: 1995
• Label: Repulse

Tracklist:

1. Emperor of the Infernal Spirits
2. The Throne Is Lost
3. Nocturnal Feast of the Luciferians
4. The Awakening of Majestic Darkness
5. Vomit Floods of Christian Remains
6. As Blasphemy Reigns
7. Shrouded in Gore
8. Of the Underworld
9. Poltergeist Fathomed

Biography

Infernal Dominion was a Texas based Death metal band featuring former Imprecation guitarist Wes Weaver. They have since broken up, though Wes has started a new band entitled Blaspherian. Be sure to check them out!!!

As far as I know Infernal Dominion only released one CD. Very Brutal Death Metal.

If you are a fan of slow doomy, sludgy death metal with growling vocals and blast beats thrown in, than be sure to check this band out!

Band Members

• Wes Weaver – Guitar – Also see: Imprecation
• Jim Case – Guitar
• Chance Allen – Bass
• Mike Swearengen – Vocals
• Dobber – Drums

Discography

Below is a list of Infernal Dominion’s releases

Salvation Through Infinite Suffering

• Released: 2000
• Label: Corpse Gristle

Tracklist:

1. Rejoice In Ancient Wisdom
2. Purging Purity
3. Salvation Through Infinite Suffering
4. Embrace Thy Befallen Misery
5. Marching Through Waves of Holy Bloodtide
6. Gutted Children Of Faith
7. Toward Infernal Dominion
8. So Far Gone

Biography

Bongzilla might be the most obvious of stoner rock/metal bands. I think the band name says it all.

They have a definite Sabbath sound, though as with all bands, they incorporate their own style into the mix as well. Very sludgy, almost doomy at times, some cool samples mixed in here and there to make it one of my favorite stoner rock bands!

Plus it can’t be beat when you want to kick your feet up and relax.

Band Members

• Muleboy – Vocals/Guitar
• Spanky – Guitar
• Dixie Dave – Bass
• Magma – Drums

Discography

Below is a list of Bongzilla’s releases

Methods for Attaining Extreme Altitudes

• Released: 1998
• Label: Relapse

Tracklist:

1. Melovespot
2. High Like A Dog
3. I Love MaryJane

Stash

• Released: 1999
• Label: Relapse

Tracklist:

1. Gestation
2. Sacred Smoke
3. American
4. Budgun / T.H.C.
5. Hemp for Victory
6. Prohibition (4Th Amendment)
7. Brownie
8. Grog Lady
9. Harvest
10. Proper Stoning
11. P.O.W.
12. Under The Sun

Shake (The Singles)

• Released: 2002
• Label: Barbarian

Tracklist:

1. Smoke Like the Wind
2. Lighten Up
3. Budgun/THC
4. Dealer McDope
5. Hemp for Victory
6. Smoke
7. Brownie
8. Gungeon
9. Satan’s Calling
10. Proper Stoning
11. In a Jar
12. Witch Weed

Gateway

• Released: 2002
• Label: Relapse

Tracklist:

1. Greenthumb
2. Stone a Pig
3. Sunnshine Green
4. 666 lb. Bong Session
5. Trinity (Gigglebush)
6. Gateway
7. Keefmaster
8. Hashdealer

Apogee

• Released: 2004
• Label: Relapse

Tracklist:

1. H.P. Keefmaker
2. Salvation
3. Grim Reefer
4. Witch Weed (Live)
5. Dealer McDope (Live)
6. Sacred Smoke (Live)
7. American (Live)

Amerijuanican

• Released: 2005
• Label: Relapse

Tracklist:

1. Amerijuanican
2. Kash Under Glass
3. Tri-Pack
4. Master
5. Cutdown
6. Weedy Woman
7. Stonesphere
8. Champagne & Reefer

Biography

Hate Eternal is the solo project of guitarist/vocalist Erik Rutan. Erik is best known for his work with Morbid Angel and he also has a progressive metal band named Alas. Hate Eternal is pulverizing Death Metal at it’s best. If you are a fan of Morbid Angel and other bands of that style… Hate Eternal will not dissapoint.

• Band Members

  • Erik Rutan – Guitar/Vocals
  • Derek Roddy – Drums
  • Randy Piro – Bass

• Former Members
  • Doug Cerrito – Guitar
  • Jared Anderson – Bass/Backing Vocals
  • Tim (The Missile) Yeung – Drums

Discography

Below is a list of Hate Eternal’s releases

• Conquering The Throne

  • Released: 1999
  • Label: Earache

• King Of All Kings

  • Released: 2002
  • Label: Earache

• I, Monarch

  • Released: 2004
  • Label: Earache

Biography

Alas is a side project of guitarist Erik Rutan. Best known for his work with Morbid Angel and his solo band Hate Eternal. Alas is not anywhere near the same style as Erik’s aforementioned gigs. This is more on the progressive side of metal with female vocals and more melody. Not a bad album, but if you are a fan of heavier metal, this may not be for you.

• Band Members

  • Erik Rutan – Guitar
  • Martina Astner – Vocals
  • Scott Hornick – Bass
  • Howard Davis – Drums

Discography

Below is a list of The Alas’s release

• Absolute Purity

  • Released: 2001
  • Label: Hammerheart