SamJam

Yes I have a couple of their CDs (I need to check for any new releases). IMO, They are really impressive. They sound just as good live, if not better.

Ahhhh.... Judas Priest with Halford??? Consider me there! :) Been to all the Ozzfests from 97 thru 01, it's a good cheap concert. There wasn't a whole lot to persuade me to go the last couple of years, but Priest is worth it.

I googled it and I can't find anything about it...... If it were true, you'd think it would be all over the place by now. How did he supposedly die? Or does anyone know? Sam

Yoda mentioned Kittie.... I'm not a big Kittie fan but respect them for trying. If you're into female metal, lol, I'd recommend Drain S.T.H. They are a slower pace, but sharper bass tones, etc. If you like sabbath, then you'll probably like Drain... Sam

Huge Megadeth fan! Someone also Mentioned Metal Church and Testament. Those are great bands as well. If you want to hear something that really grabs you at the pit of your stomach, try Napalm Death or Carcass. :) BTW, I'm always suprised that people don't mention Pantera when they are talking about "metal" as well. They're really good too. Sam