PlanetMosh Keeping it Metal
Formed in 2011, Asbury Music Award-nominees LORDS OF MERCY hark back to the early days of thrash metal, hailing from the hub of the East Coast heavy music scene. In addition, LORDS OF MERCY are connected to the notable New Jersey musical grassroots organization Old Bridge Metal Militia, which paved the way for some of today’s top heavy metal acts such as Metallica, Slayer, Anthrax, Anvil, and more.
Lead guitarist Danny Anniello states, “LORDS OF MERCY are very excited to be doing more shows with Anvil. They are great guys and a great band that always goes full on and gives it all they’ve got. We are looking forward to playing in front of new audiences and kicking some new life into each stage that we rock. Like Anvil, Lords will be going full-on, so expect nothing less!”
Prevailing with a purpose to end the monotony of current trends and bring back the originality that put New Jersey on the heavy metal map, LORDS OF MERCY lead the fall touring season with a brief run of upcoming tour dates with Anvil. See below for a list of current tour dates, all within the tri-state area:
LORDS OF MERCY W/ ANVIL
10/15 – Patchogue, NY @ The Emporium
10/16 – Syracuse, NY @ Lost Horizon
10/17 – Long Branch, NJ @ The Brighton Bar
Do not confuse LORDS OF MERCY as a carbon copy of those bands of legends past, but rather a group of talented individuals breathing new life and innovation into a genre that is so easily repetitive and omitting passion and individuality. Listen for yourself by downloading the band’s full-length self-titled album released in December via Main Man Records, available here via iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/lords-of-mercy/id780793785
Through their significant connections with some of history’s hottest musical talent, LORDS OF MERCY has garnered respect from local fans and musicians alike, commanding a packed crowd while remaining grateful for the support of those sharing the scene.
“Great vocal melodies, ripping guitar solos and grooves that hit my old school metal heart.” – Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal describing LORDS OF MERCY
“LORDS OF MERCY are no nonsense hard rock and roll – full of melody with an emphasis on song writing.” – Don Jamieson, co-host of VH1 Classic’s That Metal Show
“Great vocals, great album, great song writing LORDS OF MERCY kick ass!” – Garrett Sweeny and Bob Pantella, Monster Magnet
“LORDS OF MERCY deliver old school power metal in fine tradition. They are a pleasure to listen to.” – Lips, Anvil
For more information on LORDS OF MERCY, please visit www.facebook.com/lordsofmercy or email lordsofmercy@aol.com.
LORDS OF MERCY is:
Danny Anniello – Guitar
Pete Perrina – Drums
Joe Stabile – Bass
Brandon Sweeny – Vocals
