As we enter 2009, here is a look back at our favorite posts from last year — including Q&As and interviews with Tuareg freedom singers, Japanese-infused prog metallists, and a regretful folk rapper as well as columns, top-ten lists, Lollapalooza coverage, and our DIY venue spotlight. (more…)
Posts Tagged ‘Kevin Kmetz’
AlarmPress.com’s 12 Favorite Posts of 2008
Monday, January 5th, 2009Watch God of Shamisen in the Studio for Upcoming Japanese Release
Wednesday, December 24th, 2008Infusing traditional Japanese sounds with shredding, progressive metal, Tsugaru-shamisen master Kevin Kmetz creates a high-speed cultural collision with his band God of Shamisen.
The group released a phenomenal full-length late this year on Reptile Records, and now Kmetz is working on a major-label release for EMI Japan.
After the jump, you can watch a few exclusive videos of the group in the studio. Make sure to throw those horns up for the double bass, and be sure to geek out for the Star Wars cover.
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