My Writings. My Thoughts.

Stuff for Sale!

// January 15th, 2010 // 3 Comments » // Uncategorized

In the efforts of downsizing my apartment, I’m going to be selling a bunch of my stuff…. if you’re interested in anything, shoot me a line – heavymetaladam (at) gmail dot com.  List will be updated as things come and go.
CDS ($10 each unless otherwise noted, deals on multiples)
AxCx – I Like It When You [...]

Best photos of 2009

// January 1st, 2010 // 6 Comments » // Editorial, Photography

Well, 2009 turned out to be one hell of a year.  Highlights include:
-went to see the UFC in their second venture to Montreal.  Been waiting YEARS to see one in person.
-got my first DSLR – a Canon 40D.  Love it.
-traveled to California. Rented a car, and drove all over the state, from San Francisco to [...]

Aaron and Jeff’s Wedding Reception

// November 15th, 2009 // 1 Comment » // Photography

Aaron asked me to shoot photos at her reception, always the most fun part of a wedding to shoot.  The stressful part is over, and everyone can finally let loose a little, which always makes for great pictures.
I dragged the shutter all night, which really captures the movement, the atmosphere, and all around fun that [...]

Woods of Ypres: At Home in the Northern Cold

// November 15th, 2009 // No Comments » // Photography

This past weekend, I had the pleasure of traveling up to North Bay, Ontario for an exclusive story for Hellbound.ca on Canadian blackened doom metallers Woods of Ypres (of at least David Gold, the man behind the band).  Put together the first review of the new album (and a monster of an album it is!), [...]

Down/Voivod

// October 4th, 2009 // 3 Comments » // Music, Photography, Writings

I’ve been a HUGE Down fan, ever since I discovered them, back when NOLA came out in ‘95.  Found them through Columbia House, oddly enough.  So once they announced a new tour, I was all over it.  Wasn’t sure if I was going to get to shoot it until the day of – but once [...]

Bloody Panda

// September 6th, 2009 // 3 Comments » // Music, Photography, Writings

An excerpt from my review on Hellbound.ca:
Silence. Not a typical reaction to a live performance.
As New York’s Bloody Panda concluded their final note, and began to pack up, the small crowd, who had gathered for their awe-inspiring performance, wasn’t sure how to react to the intensity that was just laid out before them. So [...]

Wolven Ancestry – Live in Toronto

// August 23rd, 2009 // No Comments » // Music, Photography

Photos from Wolven Ancestry’s headlining show at Toronto’s Reverb.  Also featuring Will of the Ancients, Cryptik Howling, Heaven Ablaze and Sylvus.  Solid bands all around.

Maniac – Farewell show – Live in Toronto

// August 17th, 2009 // 1 Comment » // Music, Photography

I can’t say I know too much about Toronto’s beloved Maniac – except that they absolutely ruled.  Opening for Cauldron, they went out with a blast.  Pure thrash fun.

California Trip

// August 12th, 2009 // 4 Comments » // Photography

On word that the great Fedor Emelianenko would be facing Josh Barnett in Anaheim, I didn’t hesitate to quickly book my vacation time and a flight out to the coast.  I was so excited to see two of my favourite MMA fighters facing each other live – it was a dream come true.  A rental [...]

Erin and Kevin's Wedding Shoot

// August 9th, 2009 // 3 Comments » // Photography

With having a semi-professional camera, it was only a matter of time before I shot a wedding.  A couple good friends were tying the knot, so I asked if I could tag along with the bride’s brother, and work as a second camera – not a problem at all.
Although the day started off with rain [...]

Judas Priest!

// July 14th, 2009 // 4 Comments » // Music, Photography, Writings

Last Thursday, thanks to Hellbound.ca, I got my first big concert shoot assignment – none other than the legendary Judas Priest.  Still being a relative photo rookie, I was pretty nervous about the whole thing.  I mean, it’s Judas Priest – one of the bands that really began heavy metal.  And to have the opportunity [...]

Maryland Death Fest 2009

// July 5th, 2009 // 1 Comment » // Music, Photography, Writings

A little late posting this, as the event happened in May, but in light of my review being featured on hellbound.ca, I figured now was as good of a time as any.
Was such a great weekend – perfect weather, great people, and crushing metal.  Although a couple bands had visa issues and couldn’t end up [...]

Happy Canada Day!!

// July 1st, 2009 // 3 Comments » // Editorial

Well, since I’m posting this from work, it can’t be THAT happy of a Canada Day… but nonetheless, I’ll find some way to celebrate the country that I’ve called home all my life.
Hellbound.ca put up a feature of the staff’s ‘Favourite Canadian Albums of All Time’, which is filled with some great music… lots of [...]

Doc Walker – Live in Vittoria

// June 29th, 2009 // 1 Comment » // Music, Photography

Winnipeg’s Doc Walker treated us with a private performance at the Scotlynn summer party, and really brought the party to life.  Laughter, dancing, and needless to say, a few drinks filled the grounds, as the trio brought a great set mixed with originals with some covers of some Canadian classics (even a couple riffs from [...]

Scotlynn Summer Party

// June 29th, 2009 // 2 Comments » // Photography

With the gathering of friends, family and customers,  combined with great weather, good music, and a few drinks, what better opportunity to take some pictures to record the event?  Great times were had by all.  A big thank you to everyone who came out, and hope to see everyone again next year!
Without further ado… (links [...]

View Archives