by Metal Insider | Dec 12, 2011 | Hockey Insider
You most likely know Brian Slagel as the CEO and founder of Metal Blade Records. But what you might not know about him is that he’s a die hard hockey fan as well. He’s given Metal Insider his playoff picks many times in the past. This time, though, we asked Slagel to...
by Zach Shaw | Dec 7, 2011 | Hockey Insider, Video
Metal and hockey surprisingly make a great combo, as proven by both the NHL and metal’s elite. And now that relationship is taken further in a new commercial for the annual Bridgestone Winter Classic outdoor hockey game. According to The Big Lead, Testament guitarist...
by Zach Shaw | Oct 6, 2011 | Hockey Insider
Need more proof that hockey is truly a heavy metal sport? Well, the NY Islanders are asking fans to help them choose the song they’ll play every time they make a goal during the NHL 2011-2012 season. Fans can choose one of the following songs: “Kickstart My Heart” by...
by Zach Shaw | Sep 19, 2011 | News Ticker
Anthrax, Judas Priest, Blackguard, Murderdolls, and Black Tide are a few of the artists featured on the soundtrack to EA’s NHL 12 video game.
by Zach Shaw | Aug 22, 2011 | Hockey Insider
As if hockey wasn’t metal enough, Winnipeg Jets goalie Chris Mason has revealed his new Iron Maiden inspired goalie mask. The mask’s design is taken from the artwork for the “Aces High” single (the one where Eddie is flying a fighter jet). In an interview with InGoal...