Articles by Maxxxwell Carlisle

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Maxxxwell was a reviewer and the host of The Maxed Out Metal Hour here on Metal Express Radio. He is the current lead guitarist for LA based metal veterans Hellion. In addition to his ongoing role in Hellion, he has also released 5 albums as a solo artist and appeared as a guest writer and soloist on Michael Angelo Batio's Intermezzo album, named one of the Top 5 shred albums of 2014 by Guitar World Magazine. He continues to collaborate with various Metal musicians and teaches guitar technique and Metal composition via Skype. Additionally, he is a former competitive bodybuilder and enjoys a lifestyle based around health, fitness and Metal.

DAN MUMM Premieres “Synchronicity” Music Video

May 19, 2016 Maxxxwell Carlisle Leave a comment

Neoclassical virtuoso and celebrated Metal Method instructor Dan Mumm has released a music video for “Synchronicity”, the lead single off of his latest album Peering Through the Lens of Time. We interviewed Dan several months ago …READ MORE

WINGS OF DESTINY – Kings Of Terror

May 18, 2016 Maxxxwell Carlisle Leave a comment

From Costa Rica, Wings Of Destiny presents fans with their 2nd album, Kings Of Terror. This is a strong release and they are clearly out to make a positive statement for the Costa Rican Power …READ MORE

FLOTSAM AND JETSAM – Flotsam and Jetsam

May 10, 2016 Maxxxwell Carlisle Leave a comment

It’s been 4 years since Flotsam and Jetsam’s (F & J) last new studio release, Ugly Noise. F & J appear to back in full force with their new full-length effort simply titled, Flotsam and …READ MORE

The Maxed Out Metal Hour This Week

April 7, 2016 Maxxxwell Carlisle Leave a comment

On The Maxed Out Metal Hour today: Epic Masterpieces Part 4! I Maxxwell can’t get enough of these epic power metal tales of triumph! Featuring Rhapsody, Luca Turilli, Stratovarius, and more! Tune in at 15:00 …READ MORE

This Week On The Maxed Out Metal Hour

March 30, 2016 Maxxxwell Carlisle Leave a comment

This Thursday’s show is Metal Covers! Some of the best metal artists doing their favorite cover songs! Featuring Hammerfall, RIOT, Yngwie Malmsteen, Michael Angelo Batio, Golden Resurrection, Halford, Manowar, and more! Here’s a taste: Album: …READ MORE

RHAPSODY OF FIRE – Into The Legend

February 4, 2016 Maxxxwell Carlisle Leave a comment

Italian Power Metal veterans Rhapsody Of Fire have made a brilliant return to form with their 11th full length studio album Into The Legend. Fans of the band and the genre will not be disappointed …READ MORE

On “The Maxed Out Metal Hour” This Thursday!

February 4, 2016 Maxxxwell Carlisle Leave a comment

This Week’s Show: “Japanese Metal”! Featuring Anthem, Loudness, Skywings, X Japan, Sex Machineguns, Concerto Moon, and more!! Tune in at 15:00 and 21:00 CET/ 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. EST this Thursday!

ELECTRIC GUITARS – String Fever

January 30, 2016 Maxxxwell Carlisle Leave a comment

This sophomore release by Danish guitarists Soren Andersen and Mika Vandborg, AKA Electric Guitars, features a slick, modern yet vintage sounding production, consistent songwriting and textbook perfect performances on all instruments, vocals included. Unfortunately, String …READ MORE

MEGADETH – Dystopia

January 24, 2016 Maxxxwell Carlisle Leave a comment

Few bands can say that their 15th studio album became an instant classic, but that seems to be what’s happening with Megadeth and Dystopia. It’s hard to nail down where this release’s inspirational fuel came …READ MORE

The TOP 10 of 2015 Shows Continues on Metal Express Radio!

January 21, 2016 Maxxxwell Carlisle Leave a comment

This week’s “The Maxed Out Metal Hour” will be Maxxxwell Carlisle’s Top 10 picks of 2015! If you’re a regular listener, you’ll probably be able to guess a few songs! (Gloryhammer anyone?). Tune in at 15:00 and …READ MORE