HEAVEN'S BASEMENT - Filthy Empire (2013)

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HEAVEN'S BASEMENT, one of the most promising UK Hard Rock acts finally release their debut tomorrow.
The band's first EP was amongst the favorites of this site in 2011 with its blend of Thunder, Pink Cream 69, Skid Row, an equal amount of Motley Crue, Crazy Lixx and a dash of the very early Guns 'N Roses.
Now the guys, who have been endlessly touring North America, aims to follow that up with the 12-song scorcher that is "Filthy Empire", the new CD.

"Filthy Empire" was produced by John Feldmann, whose production credits include him working with bands such as Papa Roach and Black Veil Brides. It's Heaven’s Basement turning modern alt metal? Fortunately, not at all.
The full length debut from the guys is a bold, hard-hitting album full of anthem-style choruses, mixing the best of the ‘80s and ‘90s hard rock scene with today’s modern metal sounds. Production is more updated and thick than on their awesome EP, but Heaven’s Basement essence is still here, furious than ever.
The riffs are heavy enough right out of the gate to warrant your immediate attention while Aaron Buchanan’s vocals ice the cake early and often. His vocals are slightly gravelly than before given to the songs a more aggressive punch.

"Welcome Home" comes barking out of the speakers with all the rabid intent of a possessed dog with ambitions to kill. A big track that immediately will put your views of them just going through the motions firmly into place.
"Fire, Fire" rolls up and takes its place immediately in your head - these boys are not here to gently slide into your affections, they're going for a sledgehammer to your heart. Big sound, big crunching riffs, big vocals and, quite simply, a great song.
Follower "Nothing Left To Lose" is somehow of a let down for my 'classic' ears: less Skid Row and more Fall Out Boy. Don't get me wrong, it's a really well crafted track with a terrific impact, but as it will be the single to sell the album through American radio, this is a modern sounding rock song. Completely justified if you ask me, as they needed a cut like this one.
But things get back to the real Heaven's Basement with the catchy chorus of "Lights Out In London" and never lose the grip through the rest of the disc.

"I Am Electric" brings the frantic pace right back up and if you don't get moved to get out your bored life and see this band live, I'd be amazed - The Cult with anger issues could sum this little ditty up; brilliant. This song is more in your face than the rest of the tracks on here. It grabs you around the neck to wrestle you to the ground with ferocity that you wouldn't expect from a band of this ilk.
"Heartbreaking Son Of A Bitch" is a blistering barn burner, while "Can't Let Go" is another Skid Row-styled basic rocker that keeps the flow of the album ticking along nicely indeed.
"The Price We Pay" is the one track where they strip everything back and go acoustic to reveal a side that stands out as equally as their bombast; classic ballad without trying to be anything else makes a nice refreshing change.
Then "Jump Back" has an almost Rolling Stones vibe running throughout - not easy to pull off for anybody and the soulful vibe is a welcome addition.
"Executioners Day" rounds off the album and one of my favorites. It's an old track from their earlier EP, now revitalized by the bigger, meaty production.

"Filthy Empire" shows Heaven’s Basement can 'rawk' with the best them. The tracks on this disc are finely crafted excursions into the realm of rock.
If you want lightweight feelings or relaxing rock don't bother listening this scorcher. This is pure energy, a blistering attack to your ears.
Some may find the riffs too abrasive or the vocals as too loud... I can't remember Sebastian Bach restraining himself from a big note, can you? Heaven’s Basement kicks you with no remorse.
If you want a band trying to prove their worth, trying to grab you by the scruff of the neck and simply trying to rock hard then you'd be foolish not to try and enter their "Filthy Empire".
Impressive.


01 - Welcome Home
02 - Fire, Fire
03 - Nothing Left To Lose
04 - Lights Out In London
05 - I Am Electric
06 - The Long Goodbye
07 - Heartbreaking Son Of A Bitch
08 - Be Somebody
09 - Can't Let Go
10 - The Price We Pay
11 - Jump Back
12 - Executioner's Day

Aaron Buchanan - Vocals
Sid Glover - Guitars, Backing Vocals
Rob Ellershaw - Bass, Backing Vocals
Chris Rivers - Drums





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HEAVEN'S BASEMENT - Fire, Fire (2012)

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HEAVEN'S BASEMENT, one of the most interesting new Hard Rock bands from UK surprised us last year with an excellent self published EP.
Now signed by American label Red Bull Records (yes, the energy drink), the quartet is set to release its debut full-length album 'Filthy Empire' in February 2013.

The band has released the advanced 2-track single "Fire, Fire" accompanied by the video directed by Michael Maxxis (Sum 41, Our Lady Pace).
Heaven's Basement has been making a name for itself via their relentless touring and fiery live show plus music that features huge guitar riffs, killer melodies and an arena-rock sound.
HB frontman Aaron Buchanan states: “We put every ounce of our blood and sweat into each track on the album, and the release of "Fire, Fire" is a mammoth statement from Heaven’s Basement.
We can’t wait to start playing the song live over the coming months too.”
Both tracks from the new album are energetic rockers with a powerful sound showing how much the band has progressed as a unit.

The band is currently on tour as support for Halestorm in Europe, will then hit the United States & Canada at the beginning of the new year, and play at many big festivals such as Hellfest in France, Nova Rock and Graspop in Belgium sharing stages with the likes of Kiss and Iron Maiden.


01 - Fire, Fire (4:15)
02 - Executioner's Day (4:51)

Aaron Buchanan (vocals)
Sid Glover (guitar)
Rob Ellershaw (bass)
Chris Rivers (drums)




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HEAVEN'S BASEMENT - Unbreakable (2011)

HEAVEN'S BASEMENT born from the ashes of a promising British combo formerly known as Hurricane Party, and then Roadstar which was surprisingly dissolved after only two albums.
Apparently members had differences with their management, and decided to go under a new name from scratch.
Heavens Basement’s played their first live show in April 2008 and ever since then they have been busy playing their old skool brand of heavy rock across the UK and Europe where they have so far played over 400 shows including having the main support slot on Thunder’s UK & European tour as well as support slots with Bon Jovi, and memorable appearances at Bloodstock, Hard Rock Hell and Sonisphere festivals, not bad for an unsigned band.

After their self released EP debut in 2009, Heaven's Basement certainly managed to create a buzz. The band has been featured in Classic Rock Magazine and also two tunes from the EP have aired on the accompanied Classic Rock CD.
The band has seen a couple of line-up changes since they formed in 2007. The latest version has Aaron Buchanan (vocals), Sid Glover (guitar and vocals), Rob Ellershaw (bass) and Chris Rivers (drums).

Now they're presenting a brand new EP; "Unbreakable" (again, self-managed) with some tracks produced by legendary mutli-platium Grammy nominated U.S. producer Bob Marlette (Ozzy Osbourne, Black Stone Cherry, Alice Cooper).
Heaven's Basement sound and style reminded me a lot of the bands that came out of the late eighties, except heavier.
"Unbreakable" is a trashed-up guitar-driven release, chock full of hard bluesy, ballsy tunes that are extremely fun and enjoyable to listen.
Each track is full of swagger and attitude, packed with screaming choruses and tons of hot and vintage valvular guitar work.

Put in your mixer Thunder, Pink Cream 69, Crazy Lixx, an equal amount of Motley Crue, Skid Row and a dash of the very early Guns 'N Roses, and you have Heaven's Basement recipe.
This test-the-water 7 tracker EP finds the band stoked up, aggressive as marooned dogs, imbued of fiery melodies.
Bristling riffs and jagged, riotous hooks are their poison, and they shoot their songs out like desperate, last gasp bullets.


"Unbreakable" certainly got the energy. It is actually a disgrace that this is an EP only, since it could have made the perfect backbone for a full album release.
Heaven's Basement plays rough 'n ready Rock N Roll, hard and uncompromising. All songs are well written and performed, while production is great for an indie. It is incredible that this band remains unsigned.
These tracks were recorded when the group included two guitar players, both providing big thick and fast tasty sounding guitar riffs, while new singer Aaron Buchannan fits perfectly for this kind of material hitting some high notes, but sometimes has a glam tone to his voice.
This is honest good time R 'N R music, caustic, in-your-face, and demands to be played live. Following the success of their May UK headline tour, Heaven's Basement have announced they'll be appearing live at the UK's mighty Download Festival at the legendary Donnington site on the weekend of 10th - 12th June 2011.
Take note of Heaven's Basement and listen to this disc, it's pure Rock 'N Roll.


1 - Unbreakable
2 - Guilt Trips And Sins
3 - The Long Goodbye
4 - Close Encounters
5 - Paranoia *
6 - Let Me Out Of Here
7 - Leeches


Aaron Buchanan - Lead Vocals
Sid Glover - Guitar; Backing Vocals, Lead Vocals* (5)
Rob 'Bones' Ellershaw - Bass, Backing Vocals
Chris Rivers - Drums







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