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Nu-Metal is back and better than ever, and at the helm of it, is PA-based " Tallah" Tallah  is the definition of "Hardcore nu-metal" or, as their social media describes it, "nu-core" Alonna caught up with founding member and drummer, Max Portnoy , son of original Dream Theater  drummer, Mike Portnoy, to discuss humble beginnings, influences, the story behind the unique band name, the next five years, and much more! Credit: Tallah's facebook. A: Let's start with a general introduction! M: I’m Max Portnoy, I play drums in Tallah, we’re kind of like a nu-metal/hardcore band. A: What is the significance behind band name, who thought of it? M: Back when the band was starting we were trying to find a cool name, we had lists of different ideas, and they were either all taken or we couldn’t agree on a name that everyone liked.  I was filling in on drums for Dollskin, and we were in Texas, and I had a sign up on their merch table that

Ever wonder what goes on over on the other-side of the world when it comes to music? We have, which is why we reached out to English rock band "Crying Beauty Queens" on Twitter, for a brief Q&A, and this is what they had to say! Question 1: General Introduction to Crying Beauty Queens Crying Beauty Queens are an atmospheric alternative rock band based in Manchester. Taking influence from Fugazi's melodies mixed with The Pixies' dynamics and a Cranberries kind of mood, they provide a unique sound to the UK music scene. Crying Beauty Queens recently released their third single 'Stupid' on all major music platforms. They are currently gigging around the North of England as well as working on their next single launch with MAS Records and building up to a big announcement so make sure to follow them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter! Question 2: How did you become a band? We originally met at a music summer-school course in Manchester in 2014. Ever