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I may get strung up for saying this, but despite the fact that I own two of their albums and think Simone Simons is a fantastic singer, I am just not a huge Epica fan. I think they are too overblown (some of their songs are too long and monotonous...and this is from a prog rock/metal fan!), and...

Since Andrea and I have had our little "owlet" Lillian, I have not had the time to buy lots of new albums. The economy hasn't helped either. Due to that, I have been out of the loop! Here are some albums I plan on picking up in the near future Rush-Clockwork Angels Anything by DarkWater...

Hey everyone, I've been checking out updates over on OSA's Facebook page and I am very impressed with what is going on. It's so great that this is still going strong after all these years. I would like to reconnect with any of you who are on Facebook, or new people for the first time. If...

Since RFUSA is a loyal partner of OSA, I wanted to let everyone here know about an awesome symphonic metal band from Lancaster, PA called Cimmerian. Their debut EP is titled Awakened In The Shadows of Midgard and it is really worth a listen! I just know fans of Nightwish in the USA will dig...

The review of Deathanity is posted at www.risingforcesusa.com The link is here: http://www.risingforcesusa.com/page_93.html Take care! I hope you can use it for a press kit or whatever. Sorry it took so long but I have a little one to chase around! Rock on! If this post needs moved...

Yes, I promised pictures 1,000 times over. It took me awhile but now I have some up! This is my 13 month old pride and joy, my daughter Lillian Marie, or Lily for short.

I know it seems like better late than never, but a review of the DVD Court Is Now In Session is posted on my website at www.risingforcesusa.com. It will be the perfect set up to a lead in for the review of Deathanity that I am working on. Have a great holiday, everyone in Odin's Court and I...

Sorry I didn't post this earlier...so much has been going on. On May 21st one half of our guinea pig tag team passed away. "Night" was 3 1/2 years old. We buried her in our front yard. She will be missed by her sister "Wish", and her owners Matt, Andrea and Lillian Bankes. :waah:

I figured I could start a thread on here for any of us who may be fans of wrestling (be it WWE, TNA or any of the independents). I'll start with a profile of myself and wrestling. Favorite WWE Wrestler(s) (RAW): Shawn Michaels, Mr. Kennedy, Triple H, Bobby Lashley (Smackdown): Edge...

Hey guys, After seeing Zellie's pictures of the gang on their crusade of Philly and NYC, I am really regretting the fact that I was not there. Believe me, I would have went if I had known tickets were availiable and I had more time off at my job and more money. I haven't seen most of you...

Hey all, Through the miracle of modern technology (ultrasounds are amazing!) we were able to find out what gender Andrea and my forthcoming child will be... A GIRL! In a few short months we will be the proud parents of a little girl! Now, I hope it will be a healthy pregnancy the rest...

Hey y'all! A band you should all check out...especially fans of female-fronted metal and rock. They are called Fountain of Tears! Give them a listen and let me know what you think! www.fountainoftears.com Also, check out RFUSA and read an interview with drummer Joey Daub, who is also...

Hey gang, I just wanted to share with you all that my lovely wife is pregnant with our first child. It was a nightmare yesterday because of some things I do not feel comfortable discussing here, but I am hoping and praying that our child and my wife will make it through the ordeal safely...

Hey guys...it's been FAR TOO LONG! The owl misses ya! :( I was wondering how Prog Power was this year. I know Rick & Matt from Odin's Court went. Also heard you chatted with Matt Brookins from Odin's Court a bit. That is so cool, they are a great band and awesome guys! Rick and Matt both...

Hello Odin's Court fans! If you haven't checked out our feature page on Odin's Court...now is the time! Also, you can still enter to win a copy of ReDriven By Fate! Just answer the trivia question and follow the directions! People who are in bands covered by us are not eligible, so Odin's...

...sent from Odin's Court in Lexington Park. IT'S THE DVD! I've been waiting for this since Andrea and I stepped out of Jaxx on that amazing night. I got to watch it last night and I must say, IMPRESSIVE! At long last we finally have the DEFINITIVE Odin's Court recording/live performance. The...

Check out the Spotlight On... section of the Rising Forces USA webzine for a big feature on Odin's Court. Check out the review, interview, discography, the gallery and the feature piece! The best kept secret in prog metal will be a secret no more. Go to www.risingforcesusa.com and read it...

Hello Odin's Court and fans, Check out the Spotlight On... section of the Rising Forces USA webzine for a big feature on Odin's Court. Check out the review, interview, discography, the gallery and the feature piece! The best kept secret in prog metal will be a secret no more. Go to...

Just found this out on the Jaxx Website! Should be cool to see Steve Whiteman's old band kicking it out again. Can't miss this! I am wondering...will the mighty OC be opening for them, being Matt is a pupil of Mr. Whiteman? Would be cool to see teacher and student rock out on the same night!

Who all has a MySpace page on here? I know the band does, Rick does, and Keith does...so add me if you would please. www.myspace.com/risingforcesusa Thanks!