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Weekend Poll: What's Your Favorite Roadrunner Live Album?

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:05:00 GMT

Earlier this month, we went back through our history and put together a look at the classic live albums we've released over the years, including titles by Slipknot, Machine Head, Opeth, Sepultura, Type O Negative (well, sorta) and many more. Now we want to know which of these is your favorite. Let us know, and tell us your favorite stories of seeing Roadrunner bands live in comments!

Our latest live release, Rush's Time Machine 2011: Live in Cleveland, is out now! You can find it in your local record store, or get it from Amazon or on iTunes.

Making Memories: Classic Roadrunner Live Albums

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Story by Leonard Pierce

Live albums can be a tricky proposition. The worst of them are cheap cash-ins, inessential releases for collectors only; but at their best, they come close to replicating the unforgettable atmosphere of actually being there when a great band hits a groove in front of an energetic and responsive audience. This week sees the release of Time Machine 2011: Live in Cleveland (click title to purchase), a double live disc from Rush – a band with a sterling reputation for spectacle and surprise on stage. It’s their first live album recorded in the United States, in a city the band’s long considered their adopted hometown. Cleveland radio was the first market to play Rush records and the first US city they played live (see this story for details), and the band has retained a diehard fan base there ever since. It also finds the band running through their 1981 album Moving Pictures in its entirety, in addition to nearly 90 minutes of hits and brand-new material.

But Time Machine 2011: Live in Cleveland is just the latest in a long series of diverse and dynamic live releases from Roadrunner. Here are some more, in case you weren’t there in person.

Sepultura, Under a Pale Grey Sky
Some great art comes from profound despair. That’s the case with this 2002 double live album, recorded in London in 1996. Frontman Max Cavalera, whose voice has never sounded more commanding, would leave the band that very day; but he goes out with the biggest of bangs. On “Endangered Species,” the crafty acoustic jam “Kaiowas,” and the show-ending monster cover of Motörhead’s “Orgasmatron,” Sepultura doesn’t sound like a band that’s coming apart, but one that’s never been more together.

Machine Head, Hellalive
This hard-touring band’s only live album could be Pale Grey Sky’s little brother: both were recorded at London’s Brixton Academy, during tumultuous times for each group. This 2003 release documents shows from December 2001 and July 2002, the latter featuring the debut of Robb Flynn’s old bandmate from Vio-lence, Phil Demmel, on guitar, replacing Ahrue Luster. Demmel’s work on “None But My Own” and “The Burning Red” is ferocious, showcasing what he’d soon bring to the band’s studio releases.

Slipknot, 9.0: Live
More than just a great live album, 9.0: Live is an essential Slipknot record on its own merits. Recorded over a series of dates in 2004 and 2005, it shows what a band at the peak of its powers with an audience willing to follow them to hell and back can do. It’s a powerful mix of well-known songs and rarities, showcasing every member of the band (especially drummer Joey Jordison, who’s masterful on every track).

Nailbomb, Proud to Commit Commercial Suicide
They weren’t lying about the title, anyway: this 1995 album (mostly live, with a pair of studio leftovers tacked on) would be the last anyone would hear of this Max Cavalera/Alex Newport side project. At least they go out with a bang, delivering 45 minutes of filthy, thrash-influenced extreme metal; what makes it fun are the many guest stars, including, of all people, Dead Kennedys drummer D.H. Peligro, who stops by for a cover of “Police Truck” halfway through.

Deicide, When Satan Lives
Deicide’s live sets can be hit-or-miss, but luckily, their solitary live album – recorded in 1998 at Chicago’s House of Blues – catches them at a high point. Every song is tightly wound, Glen Benton is in full control of his subterranean snarl, and the Hoffman brothers sound like they’re having the time of their lives blasting through breakneck versions of “Blame It On God” and “Dead By Dawn,” among other highlights.

Type O Negative, The Origin of the Feces
Leave it to the Drab Four to produce an unforgettable live album that’s not really live. The band blew the advance for this 1992 release on booze and then created a fake concert (complete with absurd stage banter) in their basement. Fraud or high-concept joke? Who cares? It’s a gas if you approach it in the right spirit. Bonus points for the original cover, an, uh, intimate look at front man Peter Steele (note: this art is reinstated on the band’s limited-edition vinyl boxed set).

Dream Theater, Chaos in Motion 2007-2008
Dream Theater has always lived and died by their live shows: relentless tour schedules, unpredictable set lists, unhinged improvisation, and a lively bootleg culture are hallmarks of the band. Chaos in Motion is a crazily comprehensive collection of material from one of their most ambitious tours: the 3CD/2DVD special edition includes hours of live material from over a half-dozen shows, backstage interviews, a documentary, music videos, and more. It’s ambitious and sprawling, like a typical Dream Theater song.

Obituary, Dead
Get it? Because it’s a live album, see, but they’re a death metal band, so…okay, look. John Tardy wasn’t put on Earth to be clever. He was put here to bellow guttural groans while his band lays down brutal, punishing riffs, and that’s just what happens on this 1998 album, drawn from a 1997 Boston show by the Florida-based band.

Opeth, In Live Concert at the Royal Albert Hall
Another document that transcends “live album” status to become an essential, must-own highlight of a band’s discography, this 2010 3CD/2DVD set finds the always-unpredictable Swedish outfit in brilliant form. The full package finds them doing a complete run-through of their 2001 album Blackwater Park, as well as a lengthy set that puts their diverse and ever-changing musical history into crystal-clear perspective. Everyone in the band is at the top of his game; this is simply a classic live release.

Within Temptation, Black Symphony
This aptly named album is the first live record from the Dutch symphonic metal outfit. You certainly can’t fault it for lack of ambition: playing before a howling hometown audience, Within Temptation pulls out all the stops on this CD/DVD spectacle, featuring tons of guest stars, a choir, a 60-piece orchestra, and a Cirque de Soleil-style gang of acrobats. We’re pretty sure there’s a kitchen sink in there somewhere, too.

DragonForce, Twilight Dementia
Fans of subtlety and the unexpected, look elsewhere. But if you want to know if DragonForce can truly make their guitars perform feats of inhuman speed and unthinkable daring in the real world, Herman Li and Sam Totman are happy to prove that they can – over and over again. This 2010 double-disc is also notable as a historical moment: it’s the last official DragonForce release to feature departed vocalist ZP Theart.

Biohazard, No Holds Barred: Live in Europe
Showcases, tour documents, and historical snapshots are the most common modes of live albums, but sometimes, they’re just a sloppy wet kiss for devoted fans. That’s the case with this 1997 compilation of European tour dates: while the performances themselves aren’t revelatory, it’s a comprehensive stroll through the band’s entire catalog at the time, and appeals to fans who saw them live a dozen times and wanted to recreate those memories at home.

Life of Agony, Unplugged at the Lowlands Festival '97
Although the title of this 2000 release is a bit of a misnomer – only half the tracks were recorded at the Dutch rock festival, with the rest coming from shows in Germany and the U.S. – it’s an interesting development in the career of Life of Agony. Live albums can be risky, and acoustic gigs even more so; give the band credit for not only taking those risks, but pulling them off with style and skill.

Stone Sour, Live in Moscow
Released as an iTunes-exclusive digital download, Live in Moscow remains Stone Sour’s only official live album. The band acquits itself well, turning in solid versions of “Inhale” and “Get Inside” and a particularly epic take on “Bother,” but it’s the audience that’s the key ingredient here. An enthusiastic crowd is essential to a great live show, and Moscow loves its metal; the energetic feedback from the fans help elevate the whole performance.

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Rush's Time Machine 2011: Live in Cleveland is in stores today. You can get it on iTunes or from Amazon.

Video: Roadrunner Label Profile, 1993

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:15:00 GMT

Here's another video from the Roadrunner archives - this one is a profile of the label originally shot for and aired in Europe in 1993. It features Monte Conner discussing the Roadrunner approach - expanding beyond metal, signing bands based on whether they've got something unique and interesting to say - and includes footage of bands like Death, Obituary, Deicide, Sepultura, Biohazard, Annihilator, Gruntruck, and several acts that were only on Roadrunner in Europe, like Corrosion of Conformity, Sick Of It All, and the all-female mainstream metal band Phantom Blue. Check it out!

Get Your Metal Fix For Only $7.99 At iTunes

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:04:00 GMT

Here is your chance to pick up classic Roadrunner Records albums for only $7.99 from iTunes. Check out the list of discounted titles!

Deicide - Deicide
DragonForce - Inhuman Rampage
Trivium - Ascendancy
Killswitch Engage - The End of Heartache
Slipknot - Slipknot
Type O Negative - Bloody Kisses
Obituary - The End Complete
Machine Head - The Blackening

Hurry, these discounted prices are only up until Tuesday, March 29th!

Opening the Crypts: Obituary

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 15:00:00 GMT

Born from the evil throes of Tampa, Florida in 1985, this band of Tardy brothers scared the ever living sh*t out of headbangers around the world with their groundbreaking combination of horrific growls, muddy production, ripping guitars and morbid imagery and lyrics. That's why this week's Opening the Crypts is in the name of Obituary, one of American death metal's founding fathers.

Having lived out most of their career on Roadrunner Records, Obituary put out some iconic albums from 1989 until their departure from the label in 2005. While the legendary band continues to release albums today, we want to spotlight the title-track from their 1994 release World Demise. Because in a time when death metal began to change in the musical landscape, it's cool to look back and see these guys kept their torch lit.

Listen below and check back every Friday evening to hear another killer track from our extensive history.

TOP 10 DEBUT DEATH METAL ALBUMS

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

I'm sure this comes as no surprise, but Roadrunner bands took four out of the ten slots in Noisecreep.com's Top 10 Death Metal Debut Albums list.

Of course with the inclusion of Death's debut we could technically say we grabbed five, but that debut was not a Roadrunner Release. A bow to Combat on that one.

PHOTO GUESSING GAME - WIN THE BEST OF OBITUARY!

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Four lucky winners will be receiving The Best of Obituary, released by Roadrunner Records. All you have to do is properly guess who it is in the image on Metal Injections website. Leave a comment if you think you know the answer!

Enter the contest by going HERE!

DEATH METAL AND TAMPA: RR UNITED CONCERT CLIP

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

MetalInjection.net has posted a brand new exclusive Roadrunner United Concert DVD clip. Watch now!

Ah Tampa, Florida. To some, an utter hell hole. To others, one of the prime centers of death metal. And to another set of people, both. Whatever your feelings, check out Glen Benton performing Obituary's "The End Complete," some of your favorite bands talking about how cool Glen is, and a little discussion on death metal and Tampa. Pick up the Roadrunner United DVD on December 9th, 2008.

You can watch all the clips rolled out so far right here and visit often to see the new ones as they come out.

Check back next week for new exclusive clips posted at Nonelouder.com, FYE, and more!

OBITUARY GOES INSANE

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Green Jelly is a blast from my teenage years. I don't think I've seen that video in ages and ages. Also nice to see Obituary and Trivium up on the list.

Since you're here to talk about videos, you might want to check out our new video section. You can rate our videos, comment on them, look at weekly, monthly, or all time charts, and discover videos you forgot about. Go to the Roadrunner video page.
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TUNE INTO MTV2 ALL NEXT WEEK & HELP US CELEBRATE

HEADBANGERS BALL'S 20TH ANNIVERSARY!

DIVINE HERESY - BLEED THE FILTH (Headbangers Ball Exclusive premiere)
ARCHITECTS - ALWAYS
ALL THAT REMAINS - TWO WEEKS
THE HUMAN ABSTRACT - PROCESSIONS OF THE FATES
TRIVIUM - DOWN FROM THE SKY
*GREEN JELLY - THREE LITTLE PIGS
UNEARTH - MY WILL BE DONE (Headbangers Ball debut)
TOXIC HOLOCAUST - WILD DOGS
EVERGREY - BROKEN WINGS
*OBITUARY - INSANE
KINGDOM OF SORROW - LEAD THE GHOSTS ASTRAY

NEW SITE CHANGES!

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

You may have noticed that over the past few months quiet changes have been made to the site. First we gave you new artist pages. Check out your favorite and you'll find widgets, videos, music, and much more. Plus they look great.

A few weeks back we also updated our Artists page. You'll see highlighted artists up top in blue. These change as artists are updated with news, video, and music. This is a great page to make your first port-of-call after the news section!

Today we've relaunched three other pages. Music and Video are all new. You can now embed all of our music and video posted to the site in your blog, web site, or MySpace/Facebook profiles. At the right of these pages you'll see charts driven by what YOU do on our site. You can also leave comments at all songs and videos, rate them, and favorite them in our new profile system (more on that in a sec).

The Releases page has gotten a huge makeover. Every album now has its own home page where you can see the available tracks, rate it, leave a review, or comment on others' reviews. Snazzy huh?

Finally, we just launched our new profile pages. If you're a subscriber to our email newsletters, you can log in, add your own picture, keep track of the latest updates on our site (and partner sites), follow your favorite videos and music, and tell us what bands you want to hear about.

Of course, many of these new features require that you be a member of the site to use them, so please join today!

We are, of course, in a beta phase and need your help to make the site work the best for YOU. If you see any problems or want to suggest changes to the new features, please send an email to webmaster@roadrunnerrecords.com with "NEW SITE REPORT" in the subject line. If you receive an error, please be as detailed as possible, including what page you were on, what browser you are using, and copy any error message you receive into the body of the email.

Please feel free to leave comments here below!

Cheers!

Jeremy Rosen

HEAR ABOUT MUSIC FROM A LEGENDARY PRODUCER

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

WFLM Radio & The VM Undergroud show finally got to speak with legendary death metal producer Scott Burns. They discuss the past and what he's doing now. Scott worked with many great death metal bands in the late 80's and 90's such as Sepultura, Malevolent Creation, Gorguts, Deicide, Obituary and much more.

Take a Listen Here.

ROADRUNNER RECORDS - ECARD FOR REISSUES!

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 18:21:12 GMT

Roadrunner Records launched a Mighty Fine REISSUES ECARD which features lots of goodies such as tracks, videos, & photos from all of the recent and upcoming ass-kicking Re-Issued albums.

Reissues include: The Best of series with classics: Obituary, Suffocation & Spineshank & The 2 for 1 series with classics: Madball, Front Line Assembly, & Life of Agony. Check it out here!

GET AN EDUCATION!

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:38:16 GMT

Coming next week, three best ofs, three great bands, a whole degree in metal. Get a sample with the playlist below. Don't forget to share on Facebook, MySpace, or wherever you choose to hang.

PUTTING THE DAATH BACK IN METAL

Thu, 06 Apr 2006 11:19:02 GMT

Roadrunner is happy to announce the signing of Atlanta-based extreme metal band, Daath. Daath (pronounced like "Goth," but with a "D") were signed by longtime Roadrunner A&R man Monte Conner. Says Conner: "Daath fuses elements of cutting-edge death and black metal with expansive orchestral and electronic themes. I haven't signed a death metal band since the early 90's, when that whole scene reached a serious saturation and then stagnation point. But I never stopped following the genre and when Daath came along, I finally heard a new band who injected originality, excitement and fresh ideas back into that style of music." The band, featuring Sean Farber (vocals), Michael Kameron (synth, backing vocals), Eyal Levi (guitar), Emil Werstler (guitar), Jeremy Creamer (bass), and Matt Ellis (drums), were brought to Conner's attention via colleague and friend, former Obituary/Disincarnate/Death/Testament guitarist-turned-producer, James Murphy, who took the band into the studio last year to co-produce and mix ten songs. "The Daath song-writing team of Eyal Levi and his co-conspirator, composer/lyricist Michael Kameron, are on top of their game," says Murphy. "After completing the work on these songs, I knew I had something innovative and genre-bending on my hands. These guys have something extra, something special... not your run-of-the-mill death metal formula, but something 'beyond' that transcends the norms for the genre. I can't wait for the world to hear this band and hopefully feel the same renewed enthusiasm for extreme metal as a true art form that I now feel." According to Kameron, "Daath means 'hidden knowledge' in Hebrew and represents the tragic struggle between the instincts and the intellect, the doorway to the abyss of the unconscious mind." Adds Levi, "We explore a vast array of emotional landscapes, at times aggressively exhilarating and at others inwardly reflective." Continues Levi, "Since the beginning we've believed that Roadrunner was the most appropriate label for Daath. They are the torch bearers for the metal world and we are proud to be joining their family." Daath will re-enter the studio with Murphy in May to record five more songs to round out the pool of tracks they will choose from to unleash as their forthcoming Roadrunner debut album, The Hinderers - due out this Fall. Besides the title track, some other songs set to appear include "Festival Mass Soulform,"Ovum," "Above Lucium" and "Who Will Take The Blame." Murphy makes a guest appearance on the album as well as former Chimaira/Dying Fetus drummer, Kevin Talley, who tracked drums on two songs. For more information on Daath visit www.daathmusic.com.

YES, WE HAVE A NEW BULLETIN BOARD!

Tue, 04 Apr 2006 18:23:00 GMT

Believe it or not, there were as many people who thought we were April Fooling about the launch of our new Bulletin Board as did the Avril Lavigne gag! Yeah, yeah, we know a RR BB upgrade was long overdue, but what do y'all take us for? Never mind, don't answer, just get on over there and sign up already, will ya? You may also have noticed we have an outrageous number of incredible contests (free iPod, free PSP, free V-Cast cellphone, etc.) going on in our Free Shit section, so if you feel lucky (well do ya...punk?) sign up now!

TRIVIUM, OBITUARY, HATEBREED...

Sat, 01 Apr 2006 10:54:56 GMT

Tune into this week's Headbangers Ball, which airs at 10pm EST, Saturday night on MTV2, and watch vids by Trivium, Obituary and Hatbreed, among others. Lacuna Coil are special guests, here's the full playlist: Godsmack - Speak Mastodon - Seabeast Cannibal Corpse - Make Them Suffer D.R.I. - Suit and Tie Guy Cryptopsy - The Pestilence that Walketh In Darkness Burst - Where The Wave Broke Lacuna Coil - Our Truth Hurt - Rapture Hatebreed - To The Threshold Obituary - Insane Trivium - Dying In Your Arms Queensryche - Eyes Of A Stranger F5 - Dissidence The Red Chord - Blue Line Cretin Despised Icon - The Sunset Will Never Charm Us Demiricious - Vagrant Idol Helloween - I want out Norma Jean - Liarsenic: Creating A Universe of Discourse Himsa - Sleazevil

ROADRUNNER ON MYSPACE

Thu, 19 Jan 2006 12:09:00 GMT

We have a new page for you to bookmark alongside our main hub here at RoadRunnerRecords.com... Our newly revamped and relaunched official home on MySpace - come take a look at www.myspace.com/roadrunnerrecords. Once there, you can join our network of friends, make new ones to talk music and whatever else you please with, and enjoy everything from pictures, to banners, to videos and jukeboxes, to special promotions and prize giveways for all your favorite Roadrunner artists. We're looking forward to seeing you there and welcome your feedback to help us make Roadrunner's MySpace page the best that it can be.

ROADRUNNER UNITED LIVE: THE PHOTOS

Tue, 20 Dec 2005 13:51:00 GMT

This past Thursday (12/15), will go down as one of the greatest shows in Roadrunner's history. Many great artists got together and performed some classic Roadrunner tunes with once in a lifetime dream pairings. If you missed it, our friends in METAL Injection got you covered. They captured the night in over 200 photos, including photos of members of SLIPKNOT (unmasked), KILLSWITCH ENGAGE, MACHINE HEAD, TRIVIUM, DEICIDE, BIOHAZARD, HATEBREED, HIM and many more. The photos are available for viewing by CLICKING HERE. Roadrunner United:The All-Star Sessions is in stores now

RAVE REVIEWS OF RR UNITED CONCERT

Mon, 19 Dec 2005 13:02:00 GMT

Reviews describing last week's concert extravaganza are pouring in - here are some of our favorites: MTV.com: All-Star Metal Jam Marks 25th Anniversary Of Roadrunner Reuters: Metal Fans in Heaven at Roadrunner All-Star Gig New York Times (requires registration): Metal's Faithful Laud a Label and Embrace the Hearing Loss Billboard: Metal All-Stars Unite at Roadrunner Show Hollywood Reporter: Roadrunner United

ROADRUNNER UNITED CONCERT SETLIST

Fri, 16 Dec 2005 10:29:00 GMT

We wanted to thank all those who joined us at this groundbreaking show - as well as our friends both in the U.S. and abroad who helped spread the word about it. Happy Holidays from all at Roadrunner Records and here's what we banged our heads to Thursday night at the Nokia Theater, in NYC: BIOHAZARD's "Punishment" Evan Seinfeld / Billy Graziadei - vocals Billy Graziadei - lead guitar Dino Cazares / Andreas Kisser - rhythm guitar Evan Seinfeld - bass Joey Jordison - drums MADBALL's "Set It Off" Jamey Jasta - vocals Andreas Kisser - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Paul Gray - bass Joey Jordison - drums LIFE OF AGONY's "River Runs Red" Keith Caputo - vocals Andreas Kisser - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Paul Gray - bass Joey Jordison - drums OBITUARY's "The End Complete" Glen Benton - vocals Andreas Kisser - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Paul Gray - bass Joey Jordison - drums MERCYFUL FATE's "Curse of the Pharoahs" Tim "Ripper" Owens - vocals Andreas Kisser / James Murphy - lead guitar Jeff Waters - rhythm guitar Adam Duce - bass Joey Jordison - drums KING DIAMOND's "Abigail" Tim "Ripper" Owens - vocals James Murphy - lead guitar Jeff Waters - rhythm guitar Paul Gray - bass Roy Mayorga - drums ANNIHILATOR's "Alison Hell" Tim "Ripper" Owens - vocals Jeff Waters - lead guitar James Murphy - rhythm guitar Adam Duce - bass Roy Mayorga - drums DEICIDE's "Dead By Dawn" Glen Benton - vocals Andreas Kisser - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Paul Gray - bass Steve Asheim - drums TRIVIUM's "Pull Harder On The Strings Of Your Martyr" Robert Flynn / Matthew K Heafy - vocals Cory Beaulieu - lead guitar Matthew K Heafy - rhythm guitar Paolo Gregoletto - bass Travis Smith - drums KILLSWITCH ENGAGE's "My Last Seranade" Jesse Leach / Howard Jones - vocals Joel Stroetzel - lead guitar Andreas Kisser - rhythm guitar Mike D'Antonio - bass Justin Foley - drums TYPE O NEGATIVE's "Black No. 1" Ville Valo - vocals Andreas Kisser - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Nadja Peulen - bass Joey Jordison - drums Rob Caggiano - keyboards FEAR FACTORY's "Replica" Matthew K Heafy - vocals Andreas Kisser - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Adam Duce - bass Joey Jordison - drums Rob Caggiano - keyboards CHIMAIRA's "Pure Hatred" Jamey Jasta - vocals Andreas Kisser - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Adam Duce - bass Joey Jordison - drums ROADRUNNER UNITED's "Tired And Lonely" Keith Caputo - vocals Matt Baumbach - lead guitar Acey Slade - rhythm guitar Nadja Puelen - bass Joey Jordison - drums STONE SOUR's "Bother" Corey Taylor / Keith Caputo - vocals ROADRUNNER UNITED's "The Rich Man" Corey Taylor - vocals Robert Flynn - lead guitar Jordan Whelan - rhythm guitar Paul Gray - bass Andols Herrick - drums ROADRUNNER UNITED's "The Dagger" Howard Jones / Robert Flynn - vocals Andreas Kisser / Jeff Waters - lead guitar Jordan Whelan - rhythm guitar Adam Duce - bass Andols Herrick - drums ROADRUNNER UNITED's "The End" Matthew K Heafy - vocals Logan Mader - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Nadja Puelen - bass Roy Mayorga - drums Rob Caggiano - keyboards SOULFLY's "Eye For An Eye" Brian Fair - vocals Logan Mader - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Adam Duce - bass Roy Mayorga - drums SEPULTURA's "Refuse/Resist" Robert Flynn - vocals Andreas Kisser / Scott Ian - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Adam Duce - bass Roy Mayorga - drums SLIPKNOT's "Surfacing" Robert Flynn - vocals Andreas Kisser - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Adam Duce - bass Roy Mayorga - drums MACHINE HEAD's "Davidian" Robert Flynn / Matthew K Heafy - vocals Andreas Kisser / Logan Mader - lead guitar Dino Cazares - rhythm guitar Paul Gray - bass Joey Jordison - drums SLIPKNOT's "Sic" Corey Taylor - vocals Andreas Kisser - lead guitar Dino Cazares / Scott Ian - rhythm guitar Paul Gray - bass Joey Jordison - drums SEPULTURA's "Roots Bloody Roots" Robert Flynn - lead vocals Roadrunner United Group and special guests - vocals Andreas Kisser - lead guitar Scott Ian - rhythm guitar Adam Duce - bass Joey Jordison - drums Nice huh? If you were there, you know what a special celebration of heavy metal it turned out to be - thanks coming! If you missed it - DOH! But if it's any consolation, you can still experience the spirit (and share our hangovers!) from our 25th anniversary concert by entering to win iPods loaded with Roadrunner music, and autographed by Roadrunner United's four team captains. Click here for details. Other celebrities who were in the house for this amazing evening of Metal... Max Weinberg (E-Street Band, Conan O'Brien show band leader), David Draiman and John Moyer (Disturbed), Bo Bice (American Idol), Steve Padulla (Thursday), Tera Patrick (porn star), Johnny Kelly and Josh Silver (Type O Negative), Jennifer Arroyo (ex-Kittie), Andy Sneap and Colin Richardson (noted Metal producers), KC Armstrong (ex-Howard Stern Show), John Fattorusso (Five Year Stare, ex-StereoMud), members of Every Time I Die, Unearth and Shadows Fall...