The Heavy Metal Music scene I've been into since I first heard AC/DC's Back in Black album in 1980. From there, I found Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Accept, Dio, Ozzy, Scorpions, Dokken, Queensryche, Helix, Kick Axe, Sanctuary, Savatage, Fates Warning, Testament, Anthrax, Megadeth, Metallica, Metal Church, Reverend, Vicious Rumors, Leatherwolf, ManOwaR, W.A.S.P., Twisted Sister, Motley Crue, RATT, Cinderella, Quiet Riot, and entirely too many other bands from the 80's to name.
Lately, I've been more into thrash, power, and progressive metal. Some of my favorite bands currently include everyone listed above as well as... Therion, Nevermore, Communic, Pyramaze, Overkill, Iced Earth, Blind Guardian, Rhapsody, Nightwish, Bathory, Gamma Ray, Edguy, Morgana Lefay, Pagan's Mind, Evergrey, Theocracy, Seven Witches, Overlorde, Exhibition, Wuthering Heights, Avian, Tad Morose, Brainstorm, Symphorce, The Ring, Heimdall, Children of Bodom, Amon Amarth...
Pathfinder Promotions now booking shows at the Masquerade --- the Purgatory stage has been upgraded with better sound. Great Room for Local Bands! BRING IT!!! Posted at 11:53 PM Nov 10 view more
"Pathfinder rules. Any band that has an opportunity to work with Hoyt should consider themselves fortunate. In an industry sea of sharks & scum, this man & his crew rise above, stick to their word & deliver the goods. Here's wishing you much success in the future & looking forward to the next time. Bigger & better!" - Icarus Witch; Pittsburgh, PA.
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"Thanks again for everything Hoyt. We really appreciate the hard work you put into this show... It was definitely one of the best shows and lineups we've ever been a part of... I really hope that we can continue to work together in the future... Take care brother and I hope you all the best with future promotions." - Cresent; Greensboro, NC
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"Thanks so much for booking us at Sidelines. The show was definitely worth the trip, and I really appreciate your making us feel at home. Everything was handled very professionally, and we loved all the bands that were booked. Thanks again, and I hope we can be working together again in the future!" Patrick White - Oblivion Myth; Nashville, TN
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"Thank YOU Hoyt! Your hospitality and hard working attitude is very respected and appreciated! Definitely would rock to do some shows together again up this way and wherever it may be... Seriously folks, Hoyt works hard, is humble and respectful, and very fair. Support his shows - he is doing this for fans of metal!" Matt Brookins, Odin's Court; Maryland
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"OBLIVION MYTH is very proud to be associated with Pathfinder Promotions. Your shows are the most organized and most respectful productions we have ever worked with. And the hospitality, wow! Oblivion Myth will forever be in debt to you and will always help you in any way we can. We have played many shows in and around Nashville over the years, but the Atlanta area shows you have produced with us have always remained the best! And the Atlanta area metal fans are amazing. We want to come back a.s.a.p.! On behalf of Oblivion Myth, thanks for everything! See you soon!" Keith Smith, Oblivion Myth; Nashville, TN
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...thank you for taking such good care of us (Tempest Reign) this past Saturday when we played The Local in Atlanta, GA. Of all the promoters we have worked with you are by far the best. You did what you said you would, when you said you would, and even went above and beyond what we had agreed upon. The club was nice, the sound and lights were totally professional, and the show was promoted very well. It was nice to be treated with respect and dignity. I wish there were more promoters that would follow your lead. You are a True Metal Fan and you definitely keep the Metal Alive.
We look forward to working with you in the future and building a lasting partnership. Thanks so much. 'DEADLY SMEDLEY' - Brent E. Smedley, Tempest Reign; Jacksonville, FL
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The Local Venue is one of the best venues we have ever seen and played on. Great lights, sound, stage, atmosphere, and Quesadillas for the bands! I would drive twice as far as we already did to play a show there. Hoyt is the best promoter on the face of this planet or the next....period. That's pretty much what we think about him and what he does <3 It's been nothing but a pleasure to work with him. - Camden Cruz, Seven Kingdoms; Orlando, FL
How's it going Hoyt? We really appreciate you checking us out & for the friends request. You going to be @ Sweetwater 11/21? If so the party's on bro!!!
Our Debut Album STRIP ROCK ROLL is now available on Chavis Records. Please pick yourself up a copy! You can order it directly from our myspace page, www.bestbuy.com, www.amazon.com or download it at iTunes. Welcome to the STRIPROCKROLL REVOLUTION!!!
Hey, thanks for the add and support! We really appreciate your friendship! Watch for our next album; 'Halls of Karma' in 2010, folowed by a tour. We're working on investors and we'll be getting into the studio soon...
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Haha, that just made our day man...awesome! We really can't thank you guys enough and can't wait to work with you again.
And the truck is priceless! I kept hearing about a "truck bar" and I was like what???? Then I walked inside and it make complete sense. Whoever came up with that idea is a genius :)
Thank you so much for inviting us to play last night, we truly had a great time! The venue was exceptional and you guys treat bands better than almost anyone we've encountered.
As always Hoyt, it was an honor! We feel like the new line-up really, really works. HellRazor was great, and we can't wait until our next Pathfinder show!
THANK YOU HOYT. THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH FOR LETTING US PLAY YOUR VENUE. IF PEOPLE LIKE YOU EXISTED ALL OVER THE MUSIC INDUSTRY, MUSIC COULD ABSOLUTELY CHANGE THE WORLD. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AGAIN AND PLAYING AT YOUR VENUE EVEN IF IT IS NEXT YEAR. THANK YOU AGAIN. WE ARE REALLY LOOING FOR A BASS PLAYER AND LOOKING HARD. THANK YOU AGAIN.