Metal fans are hateful critics, everyone of us. The review for Light From Above on Interscope Records on Blabbermouth.net was a mediocre review and then came the comments. Everyone was bashing the band with the exception of a few people. I bought it yesterday and for a cheap $9.99 ate FYE. Forget what you see about people saying they are over-hyped, oversold and over rated. Judge them for yourself. If your into old thrash, G N’ R, Motley Crue type stuff you will probably like it. If you’re looking for growling vocals, super-distorted, down tuned guitars and double bass …read more

Black Tides long awaited release of Light From Above on Interscope Records is out today! You know what that means for Metalmartyr.com? Another Interview to post and another contest! This contest is going to last until the end of the month. Check out the interview below and then look below that for your chance to win A photo of the band signed by each member, the Shockwave EP, a Black Tide sticker and a Black Tide mini poster. Video after the fold…

Light From Above, Black Tide’s debut recording release will be out on Tuesday 3/18. By request from Total Assault (Black Tide’s PR) that will also be the date I post my brief video interview with Black Tide. That will also be the date I start the Black Tide contest where you can win the Shockwave Ep and a signed photograph of the band. Check out the video for “Shockwave” Below

Get an inside look into Black Tide as Gabriel, Alex, Zakk and Steven talk about their influences, the Ozzfest rollercoaster ride, and the forthcoming album Light From Above. The video showcases some killer live footage and behind the scenes clips of the band skate boarding, hanging out and gearing up for shows.
Black Tide’s two-song EP is available now at Hot Topic. The full length debut Light From Above will be in stores February 2008.
Here is the video http://dam.dvs.tv/IGA/UNCENSOREDblackTIDE.mpg

Total Assault Press Release:
True metal torchbearers Black Tide have released Shockwave the first EP from the Miami based quartet. Available for purchase at Hot Topic the two-song disc includes the propulsive title track “Shockwave” as well as the Judas Priest-like “Warriors of Time,” exclusive video footage, sticker and guitar pick. The two songs are also available digitally through iTunes. The full length debut from Black Tide, Light From Above, will hit stores in February 2008.
Black Tide can be seen destroying stages across America with Avenged Sevenfold and have just added new tour dates.
Nov 15 Electric Factory Philidelphia, Pennsylvania
Nov 17 House …read more