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The Chronicles of DOOM: Pelican, “What We All Come to Need”

Ben Wiser January 20, 2010 0

Well met, knaves, rogues, and scoundrels. I’ve been a fan of the Chicago band Pelican since I first heard Australasia on a late-night drive about six or seven years ago.  The lack of vocals,

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The Chronicles of DOOM: Dio at Donington, 1983

Ben Wiser January 6, 2010 2

I’m sure by now everyone is aware that Ronnie James Dio was diagnosed with stomach cancer in November. He is currently recovering from chemotherapy at home and recently posted a very positive holiday message

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The Chronicles of Doom: New Releases

Ben Wiser November 5, 2009 15

Start off your Thursday with punishing chunks of doom from some of the best new metal releases, including brand new Yoga, Baroness, and

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The Chronicles of Doom: A Chat With Aidan Baker of Nadja

Ben Wiser September 29, 2009 6

Since 2002, Nadja — the Toronto-based duo of Aidan Baker and Leah Buckareff — have released over 40 full length LPs, split records, singles, CD-Rs and a live DVD. Nadja began as an offshoot

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The Chronicles of DOOM: The Gates of Slumber, “Hymns of Blood and Thunder”

Ben Wiser September 15, 2009 7

II. Kromrod the Fierce wiped the blood from his massive broadsword. The chill fog of the Northern Wastes cleared the fetid dungeon air from his senses. He adjusted his loin cloth and stepped down

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