The Darkside Of Us

Howdy Pal?

2006-12-05T08:29:00.000-08:00

It's been a while since the last entry. I guess business can kill your time. Apart from that, though not many visitors passed by my blog, still i wanna make this blog for the metal lovers. Salam from me ...

Happy Mubarak

2006-09-23T21:42:00.000-07:00

Happy mubarak to all of u, it's been awhile since the last article published here. Hopefully i can spend few minutes to scratch some good articles for u guys out there. Last but not least, happy mubarak Eid.

Epong's Guitar Blogdrive

2006-08-02T18:16:00.000-07:00

Epong's banner

This is something, pls come to the blog - to see, learn n pick up new ideas and knowledge.

Epong's guitar blog

Covering Dream Theater

2006-06-22T17:30:00.000-07:00

From my friend : Mendonan
mendonan@gmail.com

Covering Dream Theater - A Summarized Collection by Mendonan @ Sidi Gentala. One of the greatest influences of our music is undoubtedly Dream Theater: we play covers of Dream Theater material in our jam and practice sessions. We found out that:-

1. We spent long hours practicing their tracks only to stumble on the hard (weird time signatures, progressions, and scales) parts.

2. Most Dream Theater songs are lengthy and sometimes dragging, with good parts intertwined with the not so good parts.

3. The vocal melodies are generally quite drab and not so interesting. (Not to mention some of the lyrics). James LaBrie's tone also, in our opinion, not so pleasing and doesn't fit quite well with their sound (although his voice basically by now already 'defines' the Dream Theater sound). We're not really into vocal parts anyways, we're more an instrumental band.

4. Dream Theater is really good in instrumentals, especially epic songwriting with recurring themes and variations of them, as shown by the following:-- Scenes From A Memory (basically the whole album is one big epic song with recurring themes, fits in nice as a concept album, our (and many others) favorite album)- Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence, the title track(s). (If not for the anti-climactic final movement, this could have been their best epic composition IMHO).- Octavarium, the title track. (I still like Six Degrees better, though this number is sort of a 'return to form' IMHO).- Some recurring Metropolis themes in Images and Words (some re-used even in Scenes aka Metropolis 2 parts).- Some recurring themes and riffs in Awake.

So finally what we did was take the best parts of all the albums and "frankenstein"ed them all together. The most challenging bit is making them all sound and flow nicely, and finally make them all fit into 2 CDs (failing 1 CD :) ). The end result so far is still unsatisfactory (still lengthy, too much vocal parts, some weak connections, and we still can't play some of the parts ;-) ), but we settled with them for now -- good for long hours of listening when stuck in traffic jams. :)You can download what we did so far (the 2-CD "Traffic Jam" set) here:-http://absolute-p.ath.cx/karya/20060618_DT_Medley/

Erylasia - The Guitar Hero!

2006-06-17T04:02:00.000-07:00

Background Song : Jupiter Night (Remaster) - Ma fav song!

Erylasia, who's 20, aspires to be a guitar hero someday, though he'd settle for life as a successful contractor if he can't conquer the world as a shred-god. Currently studying building construction, his social life revolves around -- yes, you guessed it! -- his beloved guitar which hardly ever leaves his hands. A tireless tone-hound, Ery, as he's known to his buddies, sometimes spends hours tweaking knobs on his effects pedals, and his latest toy -- Behringer's V-Amp 2 -- to realize the elusive sound ideas swirling in his head.

For further Information :

MATHARI ...(From Ipoh, Perak)

2006-06-07T00:32:00.000-07:00

Background song - Mushashi

Mathari is an original band from Ipoh, which was formed around January 2000. This band is a mixture of element such as twisted hard rock with funk and rock. Early influences includes Incubus and Deftones. Each member plays their instruments individually. Current influences include such artists as Limpbizkits, Korn and assorted Jazz, R&B, Rock and Blues performers. The band was formed by Man (Ex -Muck drummer). Original line-up was by Giant [guitarist] , Chat [bassist] , Man [ drummer] and One plus Moon is on screaming part. Giant has to step over after he moved to Malacca state. Chat is now performing as a guitarist, with new groovy bassist members plus keyboardist, Mathari has completed the circulation. After gaining variety experience in music styles, the band now is on their way to experiment sound whereby this infant band has play several gig in local town area.

Mathari

J-14 Sg.Pari Towers

30200,Ipoh,Perak.

Full info, pls click:

http://www.i-bands.net/audiovault/bands/945/about.php

email : mathari@gmail.com

LANGSYUR'S SCREAM!!!

2006-05-31T22:29:00.000-07:00

Click Here For More Information :

Langsyur's Den

Biography

LANGSUYR was created by Bentara and Azmaniac in the mid of 1991, and they've been only a two-piece band since then until they found it hard to rehearse when Bentara's playing the guitar and singing while Azmaniac handling the drums. So, they've decided to recruit Azlan, who handles the vocals and Ajiz playing the drums. Azmaniac then became a rhythm guitarist.

With this line up, in 1993, they've recorded their one and only demo "Occultus Mysticism" which gained a wide response worldwide. People tend to know LANGSUYR better from it's "Occultus Mysticism". Recorded in Universal Studio, Klang, this demo perhaps was the best ever produced by a Malaysian band at that time.

The demo was sold out rapidly and an agreement was made between LANGSUYR and EAST GOTHIC PRODUCTIONS to re-release the demo professionally for 500 copies. And again, in 1994, the "Occultus Mysticism" hits the street and sold out in a short time, and there are still demands on it.

The demand is perhaps the best thing to show that LANGSUYR had reached the stardom. Since then too, LANGSUYR had made few gigs, the most successful gig was 'The Nocturn Feast' held in their hometown in 25th December 1994. LANGSUYR had also featured in numerous compilation tapes and underground magazines. Deals were also been negotiated, but nothing came in reality. LANGSUYR has decided to remain silence.

1996 sees the dark clouds cover the Malaysian scene, when LANGSUYR finally awake and release their second masterpiece. The release of "The Eastern Cruelty" EP, was the turning point for the so-called Eastern Metal scene in the region, despite the poor production. The EP gained positive response from the masses and even able to create new fans just after listening to it!

In 1998 the entered the studio again to record two tracks for the highly-acclaimed IPOH METAL MILITANT SUPREMACISTS which offers the progression they have been walking through along these years. At that time, the used Wira as a drummer.

In 1999, things started to shift. Due to other interest, the band members had decided to make rest of the band.

In early 2005, the band members have started to meet again. The original members, Azmaniac and Bentara made a new commitment for a new release, which was promised in the inlay of THE EASTERN CRUELTY ep. After more than 10 years of existence, they are now preparing for the debut album, titled as ASYIK.

Azmaniac - guitars
Bentara - guitars
Azlanthor - vocals
(other instruments are played by sessionists)

The Day After Tommorrow! From Poisonous Attack

2006-05-28T18:18:00.000-07:00

No write-up just a gigs for those who are in fun spree mood!

BANDFEST SARAWAK 2006

2006-05-28T18:11:00.000-07:00

BANDFEST SARAWAK 2006

See you all at the biggest gig in town!!!

RADHI OAG, ONE BUCK SHORT, EVENSTARR, TEMPERED MENTAL, FUNNY RABBITS, NICE STUPID PLAYGROUND, DREAM MACHINE, SLAP!, SEVEN DAYS AFTER, SWELLS ...... and more 23 bands (maybe more) ......

also meet up hitz.tv personality VJ EAN only at bandfest ......

28 MAY 2006 1pm - 8pm Kuching Amphitheatre (Opposite Kuching Civic Centre)

RM 20 (Zone A) - can meet bands and get autographs RM 10 (Zone B) - still enjoy gig but kureng the above This gig will be recorded by Astro as program for Aftershock special so please come in large numbers to support your local yet talented bands and songwriters. See you all there. Contact 012 8091012 for detail and reservations

International Support!

2006-05-23T22:47:00.000-07:00

Guys, thanks for your support!
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From : Flotsam & Jetsam
From:
"Flo Jet" View Contact Details To:
jaskon72@yahoo.com
Subject:
RE: Still Alive? Great!
Date:
Sat, 20 May 2006 15:14:49 +0000
No man that is totaly cool with us! thanks for allyour help and I encourage you to let peopl e know about yor site on ours so you can get more visitors.
Rock on dude
Jason
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From : Obituary
From:
"OBITUARY" View Contact Details
To: "jaskon darksider"
Subject:
Re: Phew ... Hi guys
Date:
Sat, 20 May 2006 04:03:56 +0000
I will check it out!
John Tardy
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From : True Metal Mag
From:
"lr" View Contact Details Add Mobile Alert
To: "jaskon darksider"
Subject:
Re: Keep On MEtal! Yarrghhh
Date:
Sat, 20 May 2006 09:06:09 +0200
Thanks Jaskon! Hope you're well...Metal all the way with Snakepit!!!!!
best
lol
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From : Guitar War Website
From:
"Musician War Manager" Subject:
Re: Musician War Support Request
Date:
Fri, 19 May 2006 09:19:16 -0700
To: jaskon72@yahoo.com
Hi Jaskon,
Thanks for the support! Rock on!!
LEO
Manager, MusicianWar.com
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From : Hilco Classic Rock Photo Website
From:
"Hilco & Esther" To:
"jaskon darksider"
Subject:
Re: Nice pic!
Date:
Fri, 19 May 2006 12:51:56 +0200
Hallo Jaskon
Thank you for your nice mail. No problem. You can always make a link too my site. Good luke with your wonderfull metal blog. I realy like it. Soon I will look good better to your site. Keep on the good work.
Greetz from Holland
Hilco
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From : Europe Band
To: "jaskon darksider"
Subject:
Re: keep on touring!
From:
hanna.ilestam@talent-trust.se
Date:
Fri, 19 May 2006 11:46:33 +0200
Hi Jaskon, Thanks for your email and interest in Europe. Please feel free to link the official web page of Europe to your blog. Keep up the good work! Best regards,
Hanna Talent TrustKungsgatan 9C411 19 GÃ¶teborgSweden
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From : www.drakoniansektor.net (webzine)
Date:
Fri, 19 May 2006 17:34:08 +0800
From:
"Zc4"
To: "jaskon darksider"
Subject:
Re: Hail from Me
Hey dude,
Thanks for the add into your blog page. It is such an honor. Anyway, r
u local? What's your name? Coz I'm a bit hazy on your actual identity.
Blissful In Isolation,
Z:c4

Nebiula & SiL Khannaz

2006-05-22T21:51:00.000-07:00

Malaysia underground scene has started in early 80’s. Back then, none of the mainstream label has the courage to produce any underground’s album except for the Valentine Sound Production (VSP), Dark Journey and Sonic Asylum that has been said - more towards to on marginal benefit rather than promoting their bands. Compared to last time, NOW – due to the outnumbered underground fans (towards this kind of genre), there has been a striking changes in Malaysian music scene – many of the bloody mainstream label take that chance to produce album of the underground bands. Only one of the indipendent label, managed by Nebiula Productions under the management of the most outstanding Malaysian’s underground band (Sil Khannaz) took the initiative to register their company and take the lead to bring auspicious to underground scene.

1996 was the shining year, as that was the first time producing an album’s format – Vociferations Eternity entitled Ocean Myth. Not long after that the first cd format was produced, consisting few underground band such as – Sil Khannaz, Lansyur, As Sahar, Vociferation Eternity and Aradia. The coming year, 1997 Sil Khannaz’s album was produced, the first underground album that are fully lyrics in Malay language.

Blend of locals sounds that has been successfully marketed during that time. Year 2000 drew many outsider’s attention, e.g Copro sales and Marketing (England) – they have printed and market all the Nebiula’s products all over England, and they provide services in England’s market, retailers, mag, radio station etc.

p/s : To Nebiula’s Production, pls contact me thru my email –

jaskon72@yahoo.com for promotion etc (if you’re interested). And so do any Malaysian underground @ metal band, zines, indie label for promotion.

Source : http://www.geocities.com/metalgempur/nebiula.html

Welcome To All ...

2006-05-19T03:12:00.000-07:00

Welcome to all, this is a blog for metal lovers, keep on surfing while waiting for new articles from my metal dude. Pls email me your group write-up, i'll publish it ASAP. Thank you for visiting.

Welcome To The Darkside Of Us

2006-05-17T17:10:00.000-07:00

"I was long ago with and inside every each one of you. No matter what you do to deny me, I’m still with you. Who you are, what you do, where you’re right now – I AM YOU! Darn with your thousand excuses, i'm not going away."

Come to think of it, most of us has been denying the fact that he's hiding the mask inside the room of heart. Sometimes it can be a scary place to lurk into, but still it won't vanish as time goes by. Ah, there you are, giggling and smiling while reading this phrase, aren't you? Oh yes, i'm very right. Just shut your eyes and see the power of darkness. Where is the righteous path that has been rolled? Can't you find it anywhere or darkness has been cloaking you? Find the light as i'll show the the maggots that has been infecting thousands generation.
Welcome to the dark. See you soon in the dark!