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(Album Review) “Hollywood y Sycamore” by CRISTIAN MACHADO

On September 25th, legendary ex-Ill Nino vocalist Cristian Machado unveiled a completely new side to him with the release of "Hollywood y Sycamore" via Coconut Bay/Chesky Records.  This record has so much to say and many emotions to convey. On a personal note and brief digression, I remember seeing Ill Nino open for Sevendust at … Continue reading (Album Review) “Hollywood y Sycamore” by CRISTIAN MACHADO

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CRISTIAN MACHADO(ex-ILL NINO) Converses with Madness To Creation on What Makes Him Tick, “Hollywood y Sycamore” and Going Solo!

Editor's Note:  Cristian Machado is forging a new path in his music career.  Sometimes, a person has to take the road less traveled in order to find out what they are made of and who they are.  Cristian, the ex-frontman of Ill Nino, has certainly done that with his recent single release of "Die Alone".  … Continue reading CRISTIAN MACHADO(ex-ILL NINO) Converses with Madness To Creation on What Makes Him Tick, “Hollywood y Sycamore” and Going Solo!

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“S.T.F.U.” by KillSET, turning back the clock!

Out of Los Angeles, California comes a band that looks to bring back the slam dancing, mosh pitting, while offering a bit of a tongue-in-cheek vibe to their music.  This four-piece band is known as KillSET, as they have recently released their record entitled "S.T.F.U" to the masses! KillSET is composed of Chris Luca on … Continue reading “S.T.F.U.” by KillSET, turning back the clock!