Midwest Metal Anthem 2008

Same as in Naperville....yes, Naperville, yuppie central.
Although the armed "guard" looked to be about 17.....I guess you have to start somewhere, right?

Wow. That is surprising for Naperville. The "guards" used to just be referred to as "Assets Protection". They used to wear street clothes and roamed the store like little undercover detectives. I found it funny when the uniforms were introduced. They still only get paid a couple extra bucks an hour than the average "Targeteer".

Oh, I only know all of this because I used to work for Tar-Jay, through college and such, haha.

I still love to shop there, so you better watch it Jose! :p
 
ANGER AS ART, EDEN'S FALL and ANCIENT CREATION are among the confirmed bands for the Midwest Metal Anthem 2008. The third annual event is set take place August 22-23 at J.J. Kelleys in Lansing, Illinois.

The festival billing is shaping up as follows:

ANGER AS ART
EDEN'S FALL
ANCIENT CREATION
MINDWARP CHAMBER
OTTOMAN EMPIRE
EBONMORTIS
PENCHANT 4 CHAOS
DEGRADATION
VICIOUS ATTACK

Festival promoter Ray Smith comments: "This is the third year for the Midwest Metal Anthem and the support and enthusiasm from the bands, the fans and the venue is better than ever. There is a real metal community vibe at the event. The bands are excited about playing and getting to know the other bands and fans. Plus, everybody gets a change to see a few bands that they know as well as some new bands that they may have otherwise not had the chance to see. This year, we have a good mix of returning bands from the previous two years as well as some great new additions to the lineup. We look forward to seeing everyone get together to support the metal underground".

For more information, visit www.midwestmetalanthem.com.