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JC Rock and Metal Reviews
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Welcome to J.C. Rock and Metal Reviews! This channel is dedicated to rock and metal. I love to review classic albums, the latest releases, and I also like to tell stories about band histories. I have a weekly series wher I review the new metal releases and I also review classic albums within the world of rock and metal. Whether you're a die-hard metalhead or just discovering the genre, this channel brings you insightful reviews, engaging discussions, and a passion for heavy riffs. Subscribe now and join the community of rock and metal enthusiasts.
Did Nu Metal's KITTIE Peak Too Early with Spit?
In this video, we dive deep into the story of Kittie, the all-female metal band that broke boundaries and turned heads with their groundbreaking debut album Spit in 1999. Despite the album’s success and the band’s unique position in the metal scene, Kittie struggled to maintain the same level of mainstream recognition in the years that followed.
Join us as we explore the challenges Kittie faced, from shifting trends in the music industry to lineup changes, label issues, and the complexities of carving out a lasting space in a male-dominated genre. We'll examine how these factors impacted their trajectory and why their subsequent albums, while showcasing growth and talent, didn’t replicate the massive success of Spit.
Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering Kittie for the first time, this analysis will provide insight into what made this band special and what ultimately hindered their continued success. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more deep dives into the stories of iconic bands and albums!
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Join us as we explore the challenges Kittie faced, from shifting trends in the music industry to lineup changes, label issues, and the complexities of carving out a lasting space in a male-dominated genre. We'll examine how these factors impacted their trajectory and why their subsequent albums, while showcasing growth and talent, didn’t replicate the massive success of Spit.
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The Ozzy Osbourne Story Part 1: The Sabbath Years.
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This is the first in a series talking about the life of Ozzy Osbourne. in this episode I will talk about his childhood and family life then with his time in Black Sabbath up to the time when he left the band. Check out the new Merch Store: jc-rock-and-metal-reviews-shop.fourthwall.com/?source=dashboard Join this channel to get access to perks: ua-cam.com/channels/RPx4Iygm4SnMn4D7Getgtg.htmljoin...
Deep Purple Discography Review from In Rock to Burn.
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Welcome to J.C. Rock and Metal Reviews! In this video, we’re diving deep into the essential era of Deep Purple, reviewing every album from In Rock to Burn. We'll explore how the band evolved with each release, covering the hard-hitting Fireball, the monumental Machine Head, and the underrated Who Do We Think We Are. Discover how these albums helped define hard rock and heavy metal, from iconic ...
Why Ritchie Blackmore left Deep Purple after Stormbringer.
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Stormbringer is the second album with the Mark III line-up or their 9th studio album, released on November 8, 1974 and now celebrating 50 years. This was the album that caused Ritchie Blackmore to quit the band, so in this video, I will be talking about the songs as well as some other fun facts with this album and why it made Ritchie Blackmore quit the band. Check out the new Merch Store: jc-ro...
New Metal Releases for November 8th 2024
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These are the New Metal Albums for November 8th 2024. It's pretty straightforward this week. My first two albums will be death metal, followed by some neoclassical heavy metal, followed by some Stoner Rock and my last two bands will be power metal bands, so with that being said let me just jump right into it. 00:00 Introduction 00:17 Molder - Catastrophic Reconfiguration 02:31 Massacre - Necrol...
Is No Hill For a Climber by Neal Morse and the Resonance the best progressive rock album of 2024?
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Is "No Hill for a Climber" the Best Progressive Rock Album of 2024? Neal Morse is back with a brand new progressive rock album, "No Hill for a Climber," this time collaborating with a group of Nashville musicians known as The Resonance. But does Morse's latest release live up to the high standards of his previous work with Spock's Beard, Transatlantic, and The Neal Morse Band? Let's find out! C...
The Transformative History of Queen and Sheer Heart Attack.
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In 1974 Queen released Sheer Heart Attack and moved away from their progresisve rock sound to more of a radio friendly rock sound or the sound that most of us know them for, but this album had a few tracks that were some of their most important, such as their first top 20 hit in the states and a song that could be considered to be one of the first thrash metal songs ever recorded. Check out the...
Did Megadeth sell-out with Youthanasia or is it an underrated masterpiece?
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Did Megadeth Sell-out with Youthanasia or is it an underrated masterpiece. In this video I will be talking about how they released an album which is not necessarily a thrash metal album, but may be better than you remember. Check out the new Merch Store: jc-rock-and-metal-reviews-shop.fourthwall.com/?source=dashboard Join this channel to get access to perks: ua-cam.com/channels/RPx4Iygm4SnMn4D7...
New Metal Releases for November 1 2024
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There are the new metal release for November 1. This episode will be a little shorter than usual as I did not have time to listen to a lot of music this weekend, but I have 5 albums to talk about which will be a mix of genres, or in other words, some very different genres because I have 2 bands that are more along the lines of nu metal and post grunge and 3 that are closer to black metal and go...
Willie Nelson "Last Leaf on the Tree" Album Review (Still making music at 91 years old)
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Willie Nelson just released his 76th studio album called Last Leaf on the Tree. This is mostly a covers album and he is also joined by his son Mikah Nelson. The album features covers of songs by artists such as Tom Waits, Beck, The Flaming Lips and Keith Richards, among others. Check out the new Merch Store: jc-rock-and-metal-reviews-shop.fourthwall.com/?source=dashboard Join this channel to ge...
The Cure "Songs of a Lost World" Album Review (Their first album in 16 years)
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Here is my review of the new album by the Cure called "Songs of a Lost World". This is their first album in 16 years since 4:13 Dream and all songs were written and composed by Robert Smith. This is a review from someone who has not been a long time fan of the band and also from someone who considers himself more of a metalhead, so I may have some surprising opinions on this album. Check out th...
Best Metal Albums of October
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These are the best metal albums of October 2024. This was a big month for metal. I have 14 albums to talk about and a wide variety of genres from death metal to power metal to thrash and black metal. I will be going through these fairly quickly as I have reviewed all of these on my channel in some capacity. The albums are listed below in alphabetical order but please watch the video to see how ...
Trick or Treat 1986 Movie Review: A Fun Heavy Metal Halloween Movie!
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Dive into the supernatural chills and rock 'n' roll thrills of the 1986 cult horror classic Trick or Treat! In this review, we’ll explore how this metal-infused Halloween horror flick, featuring a high school outcast, resurrected rock star, and a revenge-fueled vinyl record, brings together dark humor, heavy metal music, and scares. From cameos by iconic rockers like Gene Simmons and Ozzy Osbou...
Why Deep Purple Needed Perfect Strangers.
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Check out the new Merch Store: jc-rock-and-metal-reviews-shop.fourthwall.com/?source=dashboard Join this channel to get access to perks: ua-cam.com/channels/RPx4Iygm4SnMn4D7Getgtg.htmljoin In 1984, Deep Purple reunited after nearly a decade apart, creating an album that would reignite their legacy and set a new standard for their music. Perfect Strangers wasn't just a comeback; it was the rebir...
Devin Townsend’s PowerNerd Album Review (His Most Fun and Focused Album Yet)
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Devin Townsend’s PowerNerd Album Review (His Most Fun and Focused Album Yet)
I Haven't Listened to 311 in Years But Here's What I Think of the new album Full Bloom
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I Haven't Listened to 311 in Years But Here's What I Think of the new album Full Bloom
Fastway "Trick or Treat" Album Review (a classic Halloween album)
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Fastway "Trick or Treat" Album Review (a classic Halloween album)
Is Led Zeppelin II the best metal Album of 1969?
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Is Led Zeppelin II the best metal Album of 1969?
New Metal Releases for October 18th 2025
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New Metal Releases for October 18th 2025
Jerry Cantrell "I Want Blood" Album Review (is it any good?)
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Jerry Cantrell "I Want Blood" Album Review (is it any good?)
The story behind the War Child by Jethro Tull
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The story behind the War Child by Jethro Tull
Is Voivod's Nothingface REALLY the Best Progressive Metal Album of 1989?
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Is Voivod's Nothingface REALLY the Best Progressive Metal Album of 1989?
New Metal Releases for October 11th 2024
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New Metal Releases for October 11th 2024
Myles Kennedy Returns to His Alternative Rock ROOTS with The Art of Letting Go
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Myles Kennedy Returns to His Alternative Rock ROOTS with The Art of Letting Go
Can Exodus Still Thrash Like It's 1985 in 2014? Blood In Blood Out Album Review
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Can Exodus Still Thrash Like It's 1985 in 2014? Blood In Blood Out Album Review
Is King Crimson's In The Court of the Crimson King the Best Progressive Rock Album of all time?
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Is King Crimson's In The Court of the Crimson King the Best Progressive Rock Album of all time?
On February 21st, Scour, a black metal band that is fronted by Pantera's Phil Anselmo, is releasing their first full-length album, entitled Gold.
Yeah, I saw that video in my feed today n I'll keep it in mind
Hi John!!! cool idea for a video series.....he's quite a character and can't deny his influence in hard rock in the late 70's and early 80's. cheers and be well
The Song 🎶 (Stormbringer)* is a Riff From The Temptations Song (Ball of Confusion)* The Burn Album is Exactly The Direction Itch My Butt More Wanted To Go The Rainbow 🌈 Album Rainbow 🌈 Rising Would Have Been The Follow Up After Burn If Itchie Had His Way
From a musical perspective I think the line up on the first two albums was the best and most unique with Poland and Samuelson, the jazz fusion background of those guys along with Dave's twists and turns with his rhythm playing and riffs was a great blend. Poland is an insanely underrated guitarist even Marty had issues nailing his leads. Marty & Nick were the right guys for Megadeth to capture a bigger audience though and that line up lasted for a good run.
purple was a one song band
Yaaaaa so into this, thank you
Hi John!!! I have a couple of those reissues with the extra tracks like in "Fireball" and "Who Do..." and it's a very odd decision to leave some great songs out of some releases. also i think their career had a lot of picks and valleys in their 70's career you can say that "In Rock" and "Machine Head" are the picks and "Stormbringer" on the lower side..... I think at some point you can do a tier list ranking of their studio catalogue. cheers and be well
Yeah, I think I will have to do a ranking some day.
Ritchie Blackmore allegedly asked David Coverdale to join him in a new venture. David decided to stay in the Deep Purple fold.Ritchie had played David his new song ideas,but David couldn’t be convinced. Ronnie James Dio from ‘75-‘78 was a natural musical partner for Ritchie as history shows us. I saw an interview with Jimmy Bain,where he said he was in a car with Ritchie and was playing the Stormbringer tape. Ritchie took the cassette/8 track out the player and threw it out the window. I wish I could find that interview footage now!
That's awesome I didn't know that
@ David mentions some of the background in the 2015 Electronic Press Kit interviews for Whitesnake-The Purple Album,which are on UA-cam too.
By the time 1975 came along, Ritchie was tired of the roller coaster ride of changes and wanted to do his own thing with Ronnie James Dio. Who could blame him. Dio was a one of a kind vocal talent. Ritchie had been in Purple since the beginning in 1968 being the co founder along with Jon Lord. It was time to move on to fulfill his neo classical side. Ironically, Purple died in a year after Blackmore left. My favorite Deep Purple album is the one released in 1969 with mach one lineup. Blackmore uses a wah pedal on that album more than any other. The mach 2 lineup was toxic especially between Blackmore and Gillan which led to the mach 3 lineup which was good at the beginning with Burn, but after a year of the new lineup Blackmore was bored and wanted to do his own thing with Dio and later Cozy Powell.
Yes that's true I don't blame him for wanting to work with Ronnie James Dio
For me: 1 - Hybrid Theory - Linkin Park 2 - (hed) p.e. 3 - System of a Down 4 - Korn 5 - Slipknot 6 - Three Dollar Bill - Limp Bizkit 7- Soulfy 8 - Coal Chamber 9 - LD 50 - Mudvayne 10 - Primer 55
Good picks
Stormbringer is a great album. Always liked it more than burn which is too short and blocky
That's cool. I think Stormbringer is not too bad.
and burn being a bit longer than stormbringer
Yes they sold out. Just as bad as Metallica ever did. Dave wanted to prove he could be more commercial than Metallica
Yeah, they will probably always have that rivalry.
My *Comeback* Albums 1984: 3.) 'Perfect Strangers' (by *deep purple* ❤️) 2.) 'Animalize' (by *KISS* ❤️ ❤️ ❤️) 1.) 'Private Dancer' (by *Tina Turner* 🥰❤️❤️ ❤️)
Good picks
All *deep purple* Records after 'Purpendicular' are more Interesting and Important to me than what they'd done with RB ... Sure, they released some Rock's Historical Stuff before, but today they Sound like they should. 5 Minutes 'Space truckin'' is enough, not 18/22 Minutes! Today *deep purple* play 20+ Songs in 95 Minutes and it is Awesome 🥰, but I saw dp 1973, only 8 Tracks in 137 Minutes and full of boring Improvisations - I wanted to have a good Rock 🤘 Show but get cheap Jazz. 24.10.2024 *deep purple* Live in Munich was a real ❤️Highlight ❤
That's awesome. I have never seen them live.
@jcrockandmetalreviews seen 'em 5 times and now they are as good as never before (opinion) 😊
I think DaDa was his last great album.
Yeah, I know a lot of people say that Dada is a great album. I should give it a few more listens.
Morbid Saint - Swallowed By Hell is my pick for best Thrash Metal album of 2024. A relentless, killer album of ferocious Thrash.🤘🏻It's also my favorite album of 2024.🤘🏻Glad to see it on your list as well.
Yes, that was a good one. I still need to compile my end of the year list. I'm still waiting for a few albums, such as the new Opeth.
In my opinion, Kittie peaked after Funeral for Yesterday. Spit, Oracle and Until the End were solid nu metal albums IMO.
That's cool. I need to spend more time with their other albums.
No one EVER talks about this
I know. It's a hidden gem.
Bookends Stormbringer and Soldier Of Fortune are classics.
Yes, I agree. Two great songs.
Ritchie hated the soul aspect, he called it shoeshine music. Story is someone put the album on to impress him and he turfed it out the window.
Yeah, I can see that happening
i like youthanasia, It's a very cool, lighthearted album
Yeah, I also enjoy it.
In Rock is definitely Purple's best album. There is not a single bad song on the album. You can put it on and listen to it for the whole 45 minutes. The best thing about this record is John Lord and his Hammond.
Yes, In Rock is an awesome album.
I read that Mr Blackmore wanted to record the song 'Black Sheep Of The Family' for the Stormbringer album but he was vetoed by the band, and that it was this that confirmed his departure from 'Purple', and that song's subsequent appearance on the first Rainbow LP.
Black sheep is a cover and it’s the weakest song on the album
@@patrickmichels7888 So? and, Do you think so?
It’s not a great song. Should’ve never recorded it
@@gegesfamily2344 I understand that Richie prefers to play 'Black Sheep' rather than Smoke on The Water.
Cool, I didn't know that.
SELL OUT!!!! I saw them on this tour. Corrosion of Conformity opened.
Yeah, I saw them back then as well.
In Rock the best hard rock album of all time
Yes it was very influential
Stormbringer has some good tracks but overall it stank..... Talking Michael Moorcock... what about Hawkwind?
Yeah that's true I haven't covered hawkwind on my channel yet
Worst album ever…only live a few great songs
I don't think it's their worst but it's not too bad
who do you think we are WAS crap
Awesome idea for a mini series John! Really great to hear about the early life of Ozzy and how he joined Black Sabbath. Having listened to all the Sabbath albums now I can say I really enjoyed Paranoid, Vol 4, Technical ecstasy and Master of reality from the early Ozzy years. Look forward to part 2, you might do this I 2 parts you know, maybe 3 😁🤘🏻🤘🏻
Yes I'm thinking it will probably be another two episodes.
@jcrockandmetalreviews Ah ok that's cool, yeah better to space it out into a trilogy 😁🤘🏻
Good, fair breakdown. I will admit, I did not like this album that much upon my first listen. However, thankfully I continued to give it a chance and it has indeed grown on me quite a bit.
It definitely takes a few listens to appreciate.
Hi John!!! Yeah i think this is a very good album, but as good as the previous Mark III studio album or the ones with Gillan..... the tittle track and "Soldier of Fortune" are two great songs, but you can tell that Ritchie was not happy with the direction the band was taking and thanks to that we got Rainbow with Dio and the rest is history. cheers and be well
I think you could tell he wasn't happy with the direction going back to burn
Great album 💜 Stormbringer has some epic tracks… Highlights: 1. Stormbringer 2. The Gypsy 3. Lady Double Dealer 4. Soldier Of Fortune Thank You For The Music 🎼🎸
Good picks
Plus certain member discovered a smell for coke
Yeah I don't doubt it
For me that album has a lot of filler.
Yeah, it doesn't hold up years later
Stormbringer is a great album, I love it.
Yeah, I agree. I also like it.
Slaves and Masters is by far and away the most underrated work Richie Blackmore has been involved in. It's a Deep Purple album that receives horrible verbal abuse, yet is an exemplary cut of 80s Metal, that unfortunately arrived late, in 1990. Slaves & Masters isn't progressive, but heavily hook oriented, and hooks it has, every tune
Yeah, that was one of those albums that often gets overlooked.b
Hi John!!! Cool update and great stuff as always.... i think i will be checking the two Greek bands, they sounded interesting and might be right in my music alley. Another band i have ignored for some reason is Impellitteri, i remember his name from back in the day but never listen to any of their releases. cheers and be well
Same with me. I remember the name Impelliteri but I never listened to the albums.
The debut album of Rainbow was recorded before he quit DP, mainly halfway the Stormbringer tour. And he only took Dio with him to form the band. Dio's band Elf (they opened during the tour) was already put on hold.
Cool. I was not aware
actually he took the whole of Elf minus their guitarist, of course, to form Rainbow. That line-up didn't last longer than the first album and Dio was the only one from Elf that Ritchie kept for the next couple of albums and line-ups.
Nope. The album Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow was recorded as a solo album. The drummer, behs player, keyboardist and Dio were session musicians.
I think you have an alien Tinkerbell nesting in your beard.
Lol. It was just the microphone 😂
Lols,Who d F**k Are You, Hahaha Funny resemble of Samta
Machine head,Rock,burn, fireball,stormbringer,came taste,who do we...
Those are all amazing albums!
Stormbringer is so ABC123, just boring to my ears compared to previous Purple grooves. I would have left also. Guitar wise its a yawnfest for a guy of his caliber.
I don't think it is that bad, but I get where you are coming from.
I think I'm right in saying that RB was going through a divorce at the time, so he was distracted and not so involved in writing... plus he also had Rainbow on his radar and was probably holding back ideas.
Yes that is probably true
This may not be Led Zeppelin's best album but it does have the best drum sound they ever got on tape.
Yeah, I love the Zeppelin drum sound
John...thanks for investigating Neal Morse. What took you so long,bro? LOL Check into the 4 Neal Morse Band Albums,as well as his albums with Spock's Beard (the first 6). You'll also likely enjoy his Transatlantic releases as well as Flying Colors. Lots to unpack with his catalog. And-- it's all top of the line. Cheers, T
Thanks, I know. I have a lot of albums to listen to.
Devin is always great! Weird but great.
Yeah, his albums are always fun.
Burn might be my favorite Deep Purple album. In Rock, Fireball and Machine Head are amazing as well. My most controversial Deep Purple opinion is that I like Come Taste The Band more than Stormbringer.
Yeah, Burn is a really good one.
Great album!!!!
Yes, I was surprised with this.
@ Excellent review!!!
Soldier of Fortune is one of the greatest songs purple ever made
Yes, I agree. I like the original and the Opeth cover.
I am so proud to say that we chose “Soldier of Fortune” as the final song at my brother in law’s funeral in 2017. He was a massive Purple fan.
When Stormbringer was first released my friends and I were not impressed. For, me, at the time, Machine head was still the pinnacle. And I went off Deep Purple (although I liked Burn) until this year's album, which will make my Top 20. After this year's = I album, I went back into their catalogue and on streaming Stormbringer just a few months ago I think it is a tremendous album.
Yeah same here. I liked Stormbringer better than I remember
& i don't mind Fireball as well
Their last album Voyager (released in 2019) is a great listen.
Yes, I was able to check it out.
Wise decision of Ritchie. For me personally I always felt Ritchie had/has a vision of what he wants to play. I’ve enjoyed the ride 🎸🎸🎸
Yeah, that's true. We saw that with his next band Rainbow as well.