One of the best Mercyful Fate covers I have ever heard.Dan Swano makes the song completely his own,while maintaining the integrity of the original.Also of note,Dan played all instruments on this track.The piano arrangement works beautifully. youtu.be/53UUJfNpV3s?... #Danswano #Metalsky #Mercyfulfate

I saw WASP,live in 1985,with Metallica and Armored Saint.I had my girlfriend with me(Who is also my Wife)-We were both 16 at the time. youtu.be/He8g0UUXGAU?... #WASP #Metalsky #Heavymetal

My favorite Aerosmith song.Period.And by the way,Brad Whitford rules. youtu.be/Ze6h1t7Z734?... #Aerosmith #Hardrock #Bradwhitford #Musicsky

One of the most beautiful pieces of music I have ever heard.John Murphy’s “Adagio in D Minor” from the film,”Sunshine.” The film is also phenomenal-Both beautiful and heartbreaking-despite some of the scientific inaccuracies.Amazing cast and stunning visuals. youtu.be/DUWTqXo4-io?... #Filmsky

One of the most underrated bassists in all of Metal.Timi Hansen(RIP) never just followed the root note-A lot of counterpoint and creativity.He did this as well as on King Diamond’s first 2 albums.I saw Timi live 3 times-Once with MF(84),twice with KD(86 and 87). youtu.be/uoA7rBJIOPU?... #Metalsky

Another bass player I always admired was Chris Glen from The Michael Schenker Group.Chris was already an established bassist,who played with the Sensational Alex Harvey Band,along with MSG drummer Ted McKenna(RIP).Great bass solo from Chris here. youtu.be/b-kCgJsJOBo?... #Michaelschenker #Metalsky

Another great bass player is Rob Pagliari,from Chris Poland’s band OHM-Who played with Chris and Gar Samuelson in the jazz fusion band,The New Yorkers-Pre-Megadeth.Chris is also amazing-Great phrasing,vibrato and technique. youtu.be/RJsFsJ5r2Ao?... #Chrispoland #Metalsky #Jazzfusion #Megadeth

One of the greatest and most innovative bassists of all time.From Weather Report,Trio Of Doom,Joni Mitchell,Herbie Hancock and his own solo efforts.Truly art at its most creative. youtu.be/M7zspGRqsyM?... #Jacopastorius #Weatherreport #Jazz #Jazzfusion #Musicsky

Again,it sounds like a leftover track Andy LaRocque wrote for King Diamond.Even with Nils from Pagan’s Mind on vocals,it doesn’t resonate with me.Besides,I always preferred Andy working with Michael Denner on the first two King Diamond albums. youtu.be/L0CuHWB_0Zw?... #Heavymetal #Metalsky

I love both versions of this song-However,if I were to pick which one is my favorite,it would have to be the “Tragic Serenades” version-Fascinating,because there is also a level of “fun” to it.I still have Tragic Serenades on cassette. youtu.be/3OXtYPdJbnE?... #Celticfrost #Metalsky #Heavymetal

“The Blonde Bomber”-Enough said.

“One Foot In Hell” is one of my favorite albums released in 1986-along with King Diamond’s “Fatal Portrait”,Abattoir’s “The Only Safe Place”,Hallows Eve’s “Death And Insanity”,Queensryche’s “Rage For Order” and Megadeth’s “PSBWB.” What a year it was. youtu.be/I1v61X-ZNcc?... #Metalsky #Heavymetal

Thanks to @metalrockjazz.bsky.social for posting Black Sabbath’s “Born Again” album.I always thought this album was unfairly criticized.Most of the issues I always hear are production issues,and Ian Gillan not “Fitting In.” Bullshit.Great album. youtu.be/EoERadO-0cI?... #Blacksabbath #Metalsky

Even in his advanced age,Uli Jon Roth never disappoints.Unfortunately,during his latest US tour,the stars didn’t align and I was unable to see him. youtube.com/shorts/IpqK6... #Ulijonroth #Scorpions #Electricsun #Metalsky #Neoclassical

Rare Zeppelin promo video.No idea it existed.Funny,I was a month old when this premiered.Obviously mimed,it is cool to see John Paul Jones go over to the organ with his bass strapped on and “play” the organ solo.He also played electric piano on this track. youtu.be/OM3kl-hg4rI?... #Ledzeppelin

“The Devil You Know” from Heaven and Hell,released on this day in 2009.I love this song-and the video is very cool too. youtu.be/EKyEbjcvUag?... #Heavenandhell #Ronniejamesdio #Metalsky #Heavymetal

Another favorite film soundtrack.”Name Of The Rose”-Not only a phenomenal movie adaptation of Umberto Eco’s novel,but a stellar soundtrack from James Horner.Taking place in the early 14th century,the music conveys trepidation and a very ominous atmosphere. youtu.be/-eL9nEGZwQU?... #Filmsky

Such a fantastic,poignant interview with Martin Eric Ain.No pretentious bullshit here.Martin seemed like such an intelligent,humble,introspective,articulate and salt of the earth person-Something that most rock stars are sorely lacking.RIP Martin. youtu.be/UvxA_mJB0uY?... #Celticfrost #Metalsky

MSG-Live,1984,Japan.I love the way Schenker incorporates a neo-classical mid section between Lipstick Traces(UFO) and Bijou Pleasurette from the first MSG album. youtu.be/mnem3PrdIpc?... #Michaelschenker #Metalsky #UFO

Early Def Leppard was fantastic.I almost feel like they lost their “soul” and direction when producer Mutt Lange got ahold of them. youtu.be/aI_2SchPjks?... #Defleppard #Metalsky #Hardrock #NWOBHM

Exciter’s debut album-One of the first of the whole speed metal/thrash genre that was released,even before,”Kill Em All.” Why this album doesn’t get more credit and accolades,I will never understand.Personally,I rate this way above “Kill Em All.” youtu.be/tsOouusKyTY?... #Metalsky #Exciter

Venom’s “Magnum Opus” in my opinion.Cronos wrote this entirely on his own,stating that he was influenced by Rush’s “2112”.I always thought subconsciously,he was also influenced by Mercyful Fate’s epic,”Satans Fall”,which was released a year earlier. #Metalsky #Heavymetal #Venom

One of the best UFO covers I have ever heard-and there is a lot of them.John Norum is a phenomenal guitarist. youtu.be/i7tmOw16U-U?... #UFO #Europe #Metalsky #Johnnorum #Michaelschenker #Heavymetal #Hardrock

One of the things I always admired about Venom was their tenacity-and sense of humor.They didn’t give a shit about critics whatsoever,and unknowingly ushered in and influenced a whole genre of music.This song-Tongue and cheek-Mantas putting on his “blues” hat. youtu.be/V6_FLcAw-0I?... #Metalsky

Such a beautiful Piano version of this song.It just really exemplifies how creative Michael Denner and Hank Shermann were as a guitar duo.The intro is pure Bach- Baroque in style,with Shermann’s acoustic guitar and Denner’s solo over the top of it. youtu.be/jw5mtZwAQBQ?... #Metalsky #Mercyfulfate

I remember way back in the day when the video for this song was in very heavy rotation on MTV.Admittedly,I was never a huge fan of Krokus,but nonetheless,this a fantastic song. youtu.be/CEYX05XdBU8?... #Krokus #Metalsky #Hardrock #Heavymetal

One of the bands I unfortunately never saw live back during the glory days of Metal,was Agent Steel.From 1985 to 1987,they only sporadically toured the US,so the opportunity never presented itself for me,location wise. youtu.be/QhOzBp9_s9k?... #Metalsky #Speedmetal #Heavymetal #Agentsteel

I saw Hallows Eve live- 1986,in York,Pa.Also that same year,the film “River’s Edge” was released,which featured this song in the soundtrack-as well as 4 from Slayer,1 from Fates Warning and 1 from Agent Orange. youtu.be/0SNDzUX6ReA?... #Metalsky #Hallowseve #Heavymetal #Riversedge

Hans Zimmer is a musical genius-The soundtrack to “Man Of Steel” remains one of my favorite scores that he has ever done.The movie itself was magnificent-and his score encapsulated the whole film. youtu.be/ECoIGvDT36Q?... #Hanszimmer #Manofsteel #Filmsky #Soundtracks

In my opinion,the crown jewel of Destruction’s discography.When Harry Wilkens joined the band,he brought a level of sophistication and skill with his guitar playing.That opening acoustic solo is fabulous-As are his others on the entire album. youtu.be/ua9yuB9nPTg?... #Metalsky #Heavymetal

Paul McCartney,on Piano, performing “The Long And Winding Road.” Such a testament to how great this song is,with just Paul playing Piano,without any accompaniment.Genius. youtu.be/rDEBJpavCjc?... #Paulmccartney #Thebeatles #Musicsky

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I’ve been revisiting Mekong Delta’s early discography.One of the first Technical/Progressive Thrash Metal bands,along with WatchTower-Although WatchTower leaned more toward Jazz influences,whereas Mekong Delta embraced Classical music. youtu.be/YVTTbX4ZqL0?... #Mekongdelta #Metalsky #Heavymetal

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The John Arch era of Fates Warning is without a doubt my favorite era of the band.Such a creative and cerebral band,due to their progressive songwriting and John Arch’s stellar voice and unique phrasing.Definitely a prerequisite for bands like Dream Theater. youtu.be/MfvpB3L7zOk?... #Metalsky

Some of the best technical/progressive thrash Metal to ever come out of Germany. youtu.be/9bbkZ8yu4fI?... #Mekongdelta #Metalsky #Themusicoferichzann #Heavymetal

Wonderful Halloween costume.

I saw John Paul Jones, live at the Theatre Of Living Arts(TLA),Philadelphia,Pa in 1999.To this day,one of my favorite concerts I have ever attended.In my humble opinion,JPJ was the most talented member of Zeppelin. youtu.be/xWtz7FyZwNY?... #Johnpauljones #Ledzeppelin #Multiinstrumentalist #Hardrock

Orban out! Thank you Hungary. The fightback against authoritarianism is underway in Europe at last

Mixed feelings on this.Given that it’s 4/5ths of King Diamond’s band from Them and Conspiracy(Although Mikkey Dee was a session drummer on Conspiracy),to me it sounds like a left over track written by Andy LaRocque from back then.Nils from Pagans Mind on vocals. youtu.be/8QhmkfLI1bA?... #Metalsky

I always thought that Barrimore Barlow was severely underrated as a drummer.Phenomenal.Lightning fast double bass patterns,immense technical ability and technique.No wonder Yngwie recruited him for the first Rising Force album. youtu.be/-FD2_Sxr-P8?... #Barriemorebarlow #Jethrotull #Musicsky

Something I could never grow tired of watching.Jaw-dropping.3 absolute masters of their craft. youtu.be/dshrxsQfafA?... #Aldimeola #Pacodelucia #Johnmclaughlin #Mediterraneansundance #Flamenco #Classical #Jazz #Mahivishnuorchestra #Musicsky #Virtuoso

Return To Forever live-Jazz fusion at its finest.Stellar musicianship from Al Di Meola, Stanley Clarke,Chick Corea and Lenny White. youtu.be/9M05Q02y4SU?... #Returntoforever #Aldimeola #Stanleyclarke #Chickcorea #Lennywhite #Jazzfusion #Jazz

To go along with my last post,I took this photo while I was on vacation with my Wife at the Hard Rock Cafe at Universal Studios in Orlando,Florida.This duffel bag belonged to John Bonham-Most likely from Zeppelin’s European tour in 1980 promoting “In Through The Out Door.” #Ledzeppelin #Johnbonham

I just came across this rare gem today.A promo video that has never been seen before.Zeppelin did do one for “Communication Breakdown” which has been accessible to see for years.I had no idea this existed. youtu.be/nYekBO7LF1c?... #Ledzeppelin #Hardrock

Great advice from the Maestro himself. www.ultimate-guitar.com/news/general...

“Queen II” is my favorite album from Queen.An exceptional album,full of amazing songs.Great live version of “Father To Son. youtu.be/DHYKDt4DlPQ?... #Queen #Brianmay #Freddiemercury #Johndeacon #Rogertaylor #Hardrock

One of the most underrated guitarists of the 1970’s.Ollie Halsall played with Patto,Tempest(Where he played together with Allan Holdsworth briefly,until being the sole guitarist for their second album).Also,the band Boxer. youtu.be/ot9aquVmsYQ?... #Olliehalsall #Patto #Tempest #Musicsky

I clearly remember my younger sister raving about this album,and specifically telling me,”Drew,it’s right up your alley,and it’s heavy!” I was skeptical,but once I gave it a listen,I was convinced.”Slave To The Grind” is undoubtedly Skid Row’s best album. youtu.be/w8DJ49F6t24?... #Metalsky #Skidrow