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The Cantina Review is your place to hear the freshest Metal and Hard Rock albums where Jay Bray and Davis break them down for you. As well as a description of the brews we drink while listening to the records. Rock On!

Chevelle - Hall Of Awesome - A side/B side 10/05/2018

Chevelle - Hall Of Awesome - A side/B side Hall of Awesome is back and this time the nominee is Chevelle and their hit album Wonder Whats Next. This album was a major hit, unleashing 4 singles that charted and selling over a million copies. We break down all the monster moments on this album and check out what we picked for Rock Hard Track! Will this album gain the Seal of Immortality? ... We shall see.... Just the wheel was gracious this week and gave us A side/B side. Our favorite game to play where we pick one of two choices as our preference. Agree... Disagree.... let us know! Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/7128508

Alkaline Trio - Is This Thing Cursed? - Trivia 09/25/2018

Alkaline Trio - Is This Thing Cursed? - Trivia Its another tuesday evening and we all know what that means... a new installment of the Cantina Review. This week we get a new offering from long established rock band Alkaline Trio. Their new album delivers on many levels and has a good hold on the Alkaline staple sound while still being able to get some new feels in. Definitely an album worth checking out... Monster Moments? Rock Hard Tracks? Check out the episode for all that goodness. We spin Just the Wheel and get our least favorite Trivia. But it's probably your favorite since we sound so terrible at it. Enjoy! Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/7091137

Hundred Suns - Prestaliis - A/side B/side 09/18/2018

Hundred Suns - Prestaliis - A/side B/side Whats going down Cantina Crew? We are excited to dive into the debut album from Hundred Suns called "Prestaliis". This band band is a rocking trio comprised of members from established acts Norma Jean and Every Time I Die. Although, a bit of departure from the hardcore sound of the aforementioned acts this record still pumps out some heavy riffage and serious grooves. It's all wrapped up with some strong vocal performances and serious drum work, this album definitely delivers. What did the guys think about it? What was the Six Pack Rating? Check out the episode for that and more. Just The Wheel was feeling friendly this week and delivered our favorite game A/side, B/side. You know our questions can be ridiculous so definitely check out those answers and let us know what you would choose! Thanks for listening. Please subscribe, rate and review!! Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/7062291

All Them Witches - Sleeping Through The War - Trivia! 09/12/2018

All Them Witches - Sleeping Through The War - Trivia! Another week has gone by and we know you have been patiently waiting for a new episode of the Cantina Review. Well wait no longer. We are bringing you an in depth review of "Sleeping Through The War" by All Them Witches. This band is hard to nail down, they take influence from many places, but predominantly they mix stoner rock, ambience, and blues all in one crazy, fun package. The guys talk about their initial reactions as well as Monster Moments and of course Rock Hard Tracks. Check out what they picked.. do you agree?? Just the Wheel is a cruel cruel wheel and keeps dishing out the Trivia. Can Jay Bray and Davis do better this time? Shouldn't be hard to beat the high score of 1. Find out, on this weeks episode. Please subscribe, rate and review! Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/7035164

Coldfront - Float Around 09/04/2018

Coldfront - Float Around Its Tuesday, you know what that means... a brand new episode of the Cantina Review! We're bringing you Coldfront this week. A pop-punk band from the great white north... Canada... not Hoth. This album offers alot of big hooks and catchy tunes. Throw in some nice guitar riffs and you've got a solid album. Although there is some difference in opinion in how the album scores the Six Pack Rating, check out the episode for the juicy debate... Just the Wheel is spun again, this time the guys get a listener favorite and Cantina classic, A-side B-side. Check out the choices and what the guys picked. Subscribe, Rate, Review!! Thanks guys.. Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/7004458

The New Ethic - Cop/Out - Special guest Leo Nardo 08/28/2018

The New Ethic - Cop/Out - Special guest Leo Nardo Whats up Cantina Crew? This episode is jam packed with awesomeness. We bring our good friend on the show, Leo Nardo. He is involved heavily with Animal Rights and Animal Liberation and we get some amazing insight in the movement, what motivates him and how you can help! For example, the Animal Rights March thats taking place this saturday, September 1st in NYC. He also brought two demo's for us to check out, first is NYC punk "super-group" Cop/Out. This is an old school 3 song demo that was recorded by the band. It's a fresh take in todays polished music world. Second, is the band The New Ethic. This demo is 5 songs and is a blistering assault on the ear drums. Like this episode, both bands deliver strong messages with just the right amount of punk aesthetic. Listen in to the episode for our Rock Hard Tracks and what we scored each demo. We also get silly, when "Just The Wheel" decides to give us Celebrity Pool and we are tasked with making our starting Hockey Players out of celebrities. Betty White anyone? Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6977775

Rocky gets Ambushed - Boys Night Out Playlist 08/21/2018

Rocky gets Ambushed - Boys Night Out Playlist Whats up Cantina Crew? If you've been listening for a little while you know that in past episodes Jay Bray and Davis have both been ambushed in episodes they thought were for one specific band or playlist and had the tables turned on them. Well, now its time for some revenge on the man orchestrating such shenanigans. Our very own Rocky. Davis and Jay break down a night on the town with just the guys through an extensive playlist capturing the best moments of the night. Which list will reign victorious? Listen to find out. We also recap our adventures at Fear The Riff 2, so don't miss that, as we go into all the stories and great gear from the convention. And last but not least we consult with "Just the Wheel" who throws trivia our way, and we struggle throwing it back. Thanks for listening Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6951377

Thirce - Artist In The Ambulance - Hall of Awesome 08/14/2018

Thirce - Artist In The Ambulance - Hall of Awesome Welcome back Cantina Crew! You know we love our Hall of Awesome episodes, and this record is one of our faves of all time. Post-Hardcore trend setter "The Artist in the Ambulance" by Thrice. This album is one of those that you just push play, sit back and listen to a masterpiece. We break the album down to our criteria for achieving the Seal of Immortality, what will it score? What are the moments and Rock Hard Tracks? Check out the episode for those answers and more. Just the Wheel is swing and bringing us the ever awkward Marry, F***, Kill. Think last time was weird? yea... so did we. Til now. Thanks for listening, remember to subscribe and check out our site thecantinareview.com Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6924166

Nirvana - never mind - Hall of Awesome, Trivia and its our 50th Episode! 08/07/2018

Nirvana - never mind - Hall of Awesome, Trivia and its our 50th Episode! We celebrate our 50th episode by getting into one of our favorite albums ever and nominating it for the Hall of Awesome. It's non other than Nirvana's mega-hit, Nevermind. This album shattered the earth on its release, and is credited with starting the grunge movement as well as destroying hair metal. Although, we do love our hair metal here on the Cantina. It's only fitting that 50 episodes in we try out something new, thanks to our friend "Just the Wheel". Check out the brain power of Jay Bray and Davis when they try some trivia. 50 episodes is a whole lotta music and beer (and sometimes wine..Davis). We just wanna say thank you for the support and keep on listening! Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6898038

Light The Torch - Revival - Cost is Correct 07/31/2018

Light The Torch - Revival - Cost is Correct Another week, another tuesday, another fun-filled episode of The Cantina Review coming at ya. If your a fan of the show you know we love Howard Jones, so this week we get into his new band Light The Torch and the album Revival. A very good mix of hard rock and metal styles. Howard is right back at the top of his game cranking out brutal but catchy vocals. Check out what the guys chose for their moments and Rock Hard Tracks. We spin "Just The Wheel" again and it brings a totally, 100% original, first time ever, never done before idea. We swear. Its a Cantina Original idea. What is it? Check out the episode and listen to the game we play on this weeks episode. Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6870461

Dave Matthews Band - Come Tomorrow 07/24/2018

Dave Matthews Band - Come Tomorrow In this episode the guys check out a new album by Dave Matthews Band. Their 10th album titled "Come Tomorrow" is a great display of musicianship and expert song-writing that has become synonymous with Dave Matthews. Listen for the Monster Moments and of course our picks for Rock Hard Tracks. We also break out "Just The Wheel". We got tired of picking games for the episodes and now we got a wheel to do that job for us! No preparation, no scripting, this is podcast awkwardness at its best. Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6845892

Bad Wolves and Invade the Arcade 07/17/2018

Bad Wolves and Invade the Arcade Up for debate this week is a band thats creating serious buzz "Bad Wolves". You probably heard their hit single, a cover of The Cranberries "Zombie". But don't stop there. The debut album "Disobey" is a full assault of hard rock and metal vibes. With so many moments what will the guys point out and what will be the Rock Hard Tracks? Listen to find out! Invade the Arcade is a pop-punk band from the U.K. thats taking us back to our 2000's emo feelings. Even though these guys are veterans they are just coming out with an EP on iTunes and you can check them out on YouTube. The guys break it down in this weeks listener submitted section. What Cantina Review would be complete without a ridiculous game? None. The answer is none. This week its a new game and its called "The Cost is Correct". Can the guys guess the price of gear correctly? We shall see... Cheers /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6819439

Santa Cruz and Awaken The Giant 07/10/2018

Santa Cruz and Awaken The Giant This week the guys break down a hard riffing, shred-tastic offering from Finnish metal group Santa Cruz. The album is called "Bad Blood Rising" and has a huge sound as well a number of Monster Moments. What will those be? What about the choices for Rock Hard Track? Gotta check out the episode for that... Davis and Jay break out a game of A-side/B-side and they get into some new territory where they highlight some listener submitted music. Our first band for this is Awaken The Giant from Houston, TX. Listen to the episode for some thoughts on the band as well as a clip of "I Fooled You", their most popular track on Spotify and iTunes. Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6792843

National Anthem Playlist 07/04/2018

National Anthem Playlist Happy 4th of July everyone! We know your getting ready to celebrate America, and you may even throw on the Star Spangled Banner at some point. But in case your were thinking... man, we need a new National Anthem.. We have you covered! The guys pick 5 songs each to be the new song to fire up some Patriotism. What made the lists? Check out the episode and have an epic, awesome and safe Independence Day! Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6773858

Davis Gets Ambushed - Bachelor Party Playlist 06/29/2018

Davis Gets Ambushed - Bachelor Party Playlist Revenge is a dish best served with a playlist. Davis gets a taste of what a Cantina ambush feels like, and in honor of his recent marriage Rocky and Jay take him on two Bachelor Party Playlists. Which one is better? That fate rest's in the hands of Tom Davis. Check out our list's and let us know which you preferred. We also draft our very own bridal parties made up of celebrities, rock stars and honestly whoever we can think of. Thanks for listening, Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6759562

Kiss - Revenge - Hall of Awesome 06/26/2018

Kiss - Revenge - Hall of Awesome This time for the Hall of Awesome, Davis brings the 1992 album "Revenge" by the almighty Kiss. The guys break down the record in our 5 categories and pick moments that made them love the album, as well as, Rock Hard Tracks. Does Kiss have what it takes to achieve the Seal of Immortality? We shall see... We also tackle some listener e-mail and we get into another round of A-side, B-side. Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6745632

Hall of Awesome - Stone Temple Pilots - Core 06/12/2018

Hall of Awesome - Stone Temple Pilots - Core We're back with another episode of Hall of Awesome. The album nominated this time is Stone Temple Pilot's debut album "Core". This 1992 release is an alternative rock classic that has some serious riffage, that continues to endure to this day. But the real test is right here on the Cantina Review. Did the album achieve the Seal of Immortality? Listen to find out! The guys answer some email, and they go down the rabbit hole when they bring back "A-side / B-side". p.s. ... no sabotages this week... Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6695167

Myles Kennedy - Year of the Tiger, and Jay Bray gets ambushed! 06/05/2018

Myles Kennedy - Year of the Tiger, and Jay Bray gets ambushed! In this episode Davis and Rocky unleased their plan to trick Jay Bray. In an epic twist he goes from host to guest in the first 5 seconds of the show. They interview him about past shenanigans, guitar work and his new band Rooftop Rebellion. How did he react ? Scocked ? Angry ? Check it out, After all that excitement we needed some chill out time and we couldn't have asked for a better offering then the album "Year of the Tiger" by Myles Kennedy. A bit of a departure from his metal and hard rock work, Myles ventures into an acoustic and intimate solo album. Rock Hard Tracks ? Moments ? Get into the episode for all that and more.. Please subscribe and leave us some comments!! Cheers. /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6666386

Andrew W.K. - You're Not Alone 05/29/2018

Andrew W.K. - You're Not Alone This week the album up for review is delivered by the party god himself Andrew W.K. His new album entitled "You're Not Alone" is an epic rollercoaster ride tackling the elements of positivity and negativity and how that affects... well.. partying! Definetly a new, mature A.W.K. not just musically but also, motivational tracks and instrumentals. Listen to what the guys chose for Rock Hard Tracks and for the Moments of the album. We answer some email and the guys breakdown some of their worst musical experiences. Don't miss it! Cheers... /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6644566

Judas Priest - Firepower 05/21/2018

Judas Priest - Firepower Classic but refreshingly new? Yup. It can be done. Take a note writers of Star Wars movies... because you're killing us. Judas Priest unleashes Firepower on us. An all out classic metal assault that rivals some the bands classic records from the past. Check out the Rock Hard Tracks and Moments from this album, as well as some listener email that gets the guys reminiscing. We also bring back a Cantina favorite, A-side B-side. What insane questions will come up this time? Check it out! Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6615653

Underoath "Erase Me" , Magic Hat No. 9 05/15/2018

Underoath "Erase Me" , Magic Hat No. 9 Underoath is back and the guys are here to let you know how this comeback is taking shape. Listen to hear for the Rock Hard Tracks and what it scores on the Six Pack Rating We're not only bringing Magic Hat to the show, were subjecting Jay Bray to a blind beer tasting. Can he spot the beers weve had on the show already? Listen in to find out! Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6596119

Incendiary "Thousand Mile Stare", Coney Island Lager 05/08/2018

Incendiary "Thousand Mile Stare", Coney Island Lager We're back to our regularly scheduled programming, and we are coming out of the gate hot. The album is "Thousand Mile Stare" by the band Incendiary. This album picks up where the last full length left off and is an all out ear drum assault. Listen for what the guys picked as Rock Hard Track and favorite moments from this record. Listener E-mail is read and answered, and the guys will give you the top 5 guitar brands not named Gibson or Fender. Want to know what they are? Check out the show! Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6568602

Julien Baker -Turn Out The Lights, With Guest The Jerry Farley 05/01/2018

Julien Baker -Turn Out The Lights, With Guest The Jerry Farley The Cantina is graced by the one and only Jerry Farley aka "The Jerry". Producer, Engineer, and Musician, he does it all. We get into his life behind the mixing board, playing with bands (currently in Anaka) and sobriety. We let our guests pick the albums, and this episode is one helluva curveball. Get your kleenex ready, and start exploring your emotions, because we dive into "Turn Out The Lights" by Julien Baker. A modern day journey through deep emotion and thought, delivered with a stripped-down and intimate approach. Listen to hear what the guys thought on such a change of pace album for the show, and what was the Six-Pack Rating? We couldn't have a guest and not drop a ridiculous game. So check out who we picked to replace Metallica from our random pool of actors/actressess. We tackle some e-mail and more! Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6542517

Hall of Awesome - Senses Fail "Still Searching" - Stone IPA 04/24/2018

Hall of Awesome - Senses Fail "Still Searching" - Stone IPA Another nominee is up for debate in this installment of Hall of Awesome. This time it was Davis' pick and he brought an instant classic from 2006. The album is "Still Searching" by Senses Fail. This album has it all, but what will the guys score the album on the five categories it needs to get the Seal of Immortality? Listen to find out, and hear the Rock Hard Tracks as well favorite moments of the album. We check out some listener email, and get stoned... I mean, we drink Stone. Stone IPA. A great tasting IPA and a perfect compliment for this episode. Hear where it lands on the Nectar Scale. Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6517320

Soundtrack To Our Lives, One Year Anniversary Special 04/17/2018

Soundtrack To Our Lives, One Year Anniversary Special We can't believe it, but it's been a full year since The Cantina Review was born. To celebrate Jay Bray, Davis and Rocky sit down and pick songs that make up the soundtrack to their lives. Party scenes, Break up scenes and much more. If you think one list is better than the rest, let us know! Head thecantinareview.com and tell us what you think. We can't end this special without saying our thanks to everyone out there who listens and supports. We're very grateful and thank you so much. Thanks Cantina Crew! Cheers, TCR /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6491812

Hall of Awesome - Coheed and Cambria, Stella Artois 04/10/2018

Hall of Awesome - Coheed and Cambria, Stella Artois Our latest Hall of Awesome nominee is an album by Coheed and Cambria. The album "In Keeping Secrets of Silent Earth 3." A heavyweight of an album that changed the game, back in 2003. The guys break down the album and highlight their moments and the Rock Hard Track. Will it meet the requirements to enter the Hall of Awesome and receive the Seal of Immortality.. listen to find out. This week the beer is Stella Artois, not the most obscure beer, but a good one nonetheless. It's also brought to the show for a very good reason by Jay, you'll have to check out the episode to find out why. Also Cantina updates, and response to listener e-mail. Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6461902

Great Collapse, Dark Swan Sour by Lagunitas 04/03/2018

Great Collapse, Dark Swan Sour by Lagunitas April Fools!... We're getting angry, we're getting political. We're listening to Great Collapse and their new offering "Neither Washington nor Moscow...Again". This album is pumped up and aggressive from start to finish. An impressive outing from a punk "super group." What will the Rock hard tracks and moments be for this hard hitting album? Listen to find out. The beer this week is a sour ale called Dark Swan by Lagunitas brewing. We do realize we picked lagunitas two weeks in a row... but its ok, there's no rules here. Nectar Scale? Email gets answered, and we play a new game where we have a blind beer tasting and Davis is our guinea pig. Can he get all the beers right? Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6427815

Ghost Atlas and Lagunitas' LIl' Sumpin 03/27/2018

Ghost Atlas and Lagunitas' LIl' Sumpin Whats up Cantina Crew? Welcome back to the Cantina Review! This week the guys get into a new band called Ghost Atlas. Their debut album "Alls in Sync, and There's Nothing Left to Sing About" is a great mix of some older rock styles with a new take on guitar mixing and sound. Listen in to find out the moments of this record and of course the Rock Hard Track! The beer this week is a craft beer staple, Lagunitas Lil' Sumpin Sumpin. Where does this classic land on the Nectar Scale? Check out this episode to find out! Also check out our response to listener email, and our favorite game A-side, B-side... Thanks for listening. Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6413620

Tiny Moving Parts "Swell", Founders All Day IPA 03/20/2018

Tiny Moving Parts "Swell", Founders All Day IPA This week the guys get into the record "Swell" by punk/emo trio, Tiny Moving Parts. Did you read trio? Thats right! A power trio playing catchy emo chorus' with intricate and precise guitar parts all held down by booming drums and driving rhythms. Listen to what the guys have to say about the emo genre and what Rock Hard Tracks and moments made this record. Alongside our discussion we chose to drink All Day IPA by Founders. A smooth and easy drinking IPA that can still pack a lot of flavor. Where does it land on the ever insane Nectar-Scale? Listen in to the show to find out. Plus.. Email, updates and website news! Cheers! /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6376031

Rabea Massaad - Grinding Gears, Whammy Bar # 2 Beer 03/13/2018

Rabea Massaad - Grinding Gears, Whammy Bar # 2 Beer In this episode the guys breakdown an instrumental record by the amazing Rabea Massaad. The album Grinding Gears is a compilation of songs from YouTube demo's and some original material, but don't let that fool you. These songs are packed with ridiculously good guitar playing, and riffs that make most bands sad they didn't write them. How will the guys rate their first instrumental album? Check it out.. What better beer to get for an instrumental guitar album than Whammy Bar #2. This is IPA from Clown Shoes brewing. A really smooth beer for a super slick episode... check out where it lands on the nectar scale. Jay and Davis play some A-side B-side and answer email and our first request! Cheers. #music, #beer, #musicreveiw, #beerreview, #thecantinareview, #podcast, #rabea, #rabeamassaad, #grindinggears, #heavymetal, #hardrock, #djent, #whammybar, #whammybar#2, #clownshoes, #clownshoesbrewing, #awesome /episode/index/show/thecantina/id/6360756

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