Beavis and Butt-Head to Return This Year on Paramount Plus


In a post to his Twitter account, Mike Judge, creator of Beavis and Butt-Head, showed off an early sketch of the new look of the much-loved characters returning this year with a brand new movie, a sequel to the 1996 movie Beavis and Butt-Head Do America, and more on Paramount+. Mike Judge will write and produce as well as voices for the main characters.Continue reading


Beavis and Butthead to Return with a New Movie on Paramount Plus


As previously reported, cultural icons and huge Metal fans Beavis and Butthead are returning to life with a new series for comedy central. Now Comedy Central has revealed they are returning with a new movie on Paramount+, the new streaming service from B and B’s parent company, and owner of MTV’s IP, Paramount. The show was created by Mike Judge (Daria, King of the hill, Extract, Office Space, Silicon Valley). No other details are available yet. The pair were recently seen in a SuperBowl commercial promoting the streaming service looking to compete with Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and others. Beavis and Butthead helped put many Metal bands on the brains of the mainstream consciousness on their original run of their show in the early 1990s, such as Pantera, White Zombie, Morbid Angel, and others. Watch the teaser announcement here.

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Fury – Failed Entertainment


I remember hearing Fury for the first time way back when in the dark recesses of time, well 2016 to be exact, look I’m getting old and it all gets a bit blurry, ok!?! Anyway, their debut record Paramount (Triple B Records) was released to little fanfare but quickly grew in popularity in underground circles. Sophomore release Failed Entertainment (Run For Cover Records) is here and to say that it’s long-awaited would be an understatement. Way more outlets are now looking at Fury as a band to watch out for this year.Continue reading


It Lies Within – Paramount


It Lies Within Paramount album cover 2016

It is really easy to dismiss the entire metalcore genre as a whole, and many people often do. However, metalcore is not going anywhere. Its popularity continues to rise each year, even with all of the hate from the metal elitist keyboard warriors. Despite the negativity which seems to constantly surround the genre there are a few bands who manage to make a name for themselves. One of these bands is It Lies Within, who are a Michigan-based quintet. Their second full-length album, Paramount (Luxor), is one of the first new releases of 2016, but the main question is will it still be remembered by next year?

The fusion of electronic dance music and metalcore is a recent phenomenon, with bands such as Asking Alexandria, Eskimo Callboy and Crossfaith all trying to appeal to the masses. It Lies Within are certainly attempting to add their name to the ‘electronicore’ Wikipedia page with their latest release. Their blend of heavy guitar riffs and electronic breakdowns is nothing new, however, Zachary Scott and co. are able to make it sound almost effortless. Although the production of the album generally sounds well-polished, the addition of bass-heavy beats and fragmented riffs adds a certain rough-around-the-edges vibe their sound, which is definitely a positive.

The main thing that separates It Lies Within from its competitors is the ferocious and powerful vocals. Zachary and Kamron’s vocals contrast well: the raspy screaming fused with the melodic choruses creates a well-balanced and exciting metalcore sound.

The techno beats are simplistic; however, they do their job well. The electronic element adds an upbeat twist to a somewhat aggressive genre and it would be interesting to hear exactly how It Lies Within are able to portray that element in their live shows.

If you are looking for something super-duper original then you are not going to find it on Paramount. However, if you are looking for electronic metalcore music which is hard-hitting and relentless, then you are certainly in the right place.

6.0/10

JULIA CONOPO


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