In the Mind of Nate

Hello all, Well, I can say for sure that if there’s one thing consistent about this is blog is inconsistency. Or the consistency of not being consistent. Or perhaps being consistently sporadic. No matter which way you look at it, I should try to give you more to read more often. There’s the word I was looking for. I really don’t know what to make of this latest absence. We always find readily used excuses that seem to be given effortlessly such as “I was so busy”, or “I just can’t”. These are so overused and accessible that they make us feel no guilt of wasting energy better spent finding a solution than coming up with reasons why we can’t do something. A tool I often find readily available once I smell the unfortunately familiar scent of bullshit being served to me by someone incapable of getting passed their own thoughts. Ok, enough of that (for now). This is an indirect admission of guilt on my part. Bes...

Hello, in my last entry it may have insinuated that I found it easy to overcome some of the mental health issues that were either pre-existing or happened to develop during the pandemic. anything that goes untreated is going to become worse and you will not simply go away overnight. So even if it's so you can do I encourage people to just do one small thing in the direction towards recovery. Even researching where to find counseling is something. We are all aware of how the mind works, so what I am going to speak about will certainly not come as a shock to most people. This week I suffered a loss in my immediate family. For my own reasons, I would like to keep some details private. I was not close with this person, even though they helped raise me. When they were at their best of course. Even with all the bad things that transpired their was some good. For the most part everyone has some good in them if you look hard enough. We would talk about music, like most people in tha...

via Adrenaline PR Latest News :   PAGAN-INSPIRED MUSICAL COLLECTIVE IMBOLG REVEALS NEW VIDEO FOR “RED DEVIL” FROM THE SORROWS ALBUM   Watch “Red Devil,” Featuring Pro Wrestler Tracy Wayne Gacy   New York City pagan-inspired musical collective IMBOLG has released a new video for “Red Devil” from the group’s sophomore album, The Sorrows. Filmed at Smash studios in NYC with Derek Soto of Sinestra Studios, “Red Devil” features an appearance by model and professional wrestler Tracy Wayne Gacy . Watch the video now at https://youtu.be/QUJLjyDmnys . “The tone of the video is set in line with the lyrics,” says vocalist/guitarist Nate Dal Cais. “It describes the desire for a woman referred to as ‘Red Devil,’ who appears dancing and gazing into the camera to solidify the concept of her being the muse.” Founded by Dal Cais, the goth-pagan metal band is named after the late winter Celtic pagan holiday also known as Candlemas. IMBOLG’s distinctive st...

Hello everyone, at this point it wouldn't even be redundant to say I'm sorry that I haven't blogged in a while. It's nearly downright embarrassing that I haven't. Especially since this is the longest I have gone without making a new post. Ironically enough, I was planning on doing this post almost a year ago. So obviously a lot has gone on between now and then. We recently released a new album called "the Sorrows" and we've already done three out of town trips to perform. In the interim, we have parted ways with some bandmembers and gain new ones. One of which literally risked life and limb on one of the tours. The actions of our new drummer, Kenn Holley who came in literally one week before we were going to go out on the road are the complete opposite of the title of this post. I'm sure many of you recognize the title as a line from a song by The late great Tom Petty . He was certainly onto something, and that's not the only re...

Hello everyone. I know it's been nearly a month since my last entry. I have finally finished the Imbolg album. It is a great weight off my shoulders. Now I have plenty of work to do to promote the album and get the band back out performing shows. This has also meant that I am no longer working with the band Of beauty and Madness . As many of you know our lives have many turning points and things sometimes "run there course". However, it always best to see this early on and try to settle matters civilly as I had attempted to. Unfortunately, we have no control over the actions of others and my former partner at Forever Autumn Records and band mate grew to resent me due to his lack of time and inability to accomplish the things we had set forth to do together. I found myself taking on more responsibilities than I had bargained for and my efforts were unappreciated by all who are in the band, simply because they have never been in a band where two members are seasoned ...

Some of you that are linked up with me on Facebook probably know why I chose this title. I have been posting a video for a song with the same named from a band called the 69 Eyes around lately for various reasons. I felt the message of the song is good and I have been listening to this group a lot recently. Also, I just felt this was a fitting message to send people into 2014 with. A few weeks ago I warned everyone about the dangers of being sidetracked during the Holidays. Which I'm sure may have gone wayside, and justifiably so. I have found myself practically in panic mode not being able to get even the simple of tasks done(actually I'm lying I did come up with a few new riffs and lyrics) forgetting that this is a well earned break from all the pressure and stress that comes along with being a D.I.Y. musician/owner of a soon to be launched independent record label. I found myself very anxious too when thinking about spending time with the people that will accept ...

I have been wanting to do some gear demos for since I started this blog. In the spirit of the NAMM show(the annual convention where all the music instrument manufacturers showcase their new products)which just ended a few weeks ago, I thought it would be a good time to do my first video and gear demo with the help of Dmitry, the guitar player from my other band of Beauty and Madness. Btw, the dog that sneaks into the video is also named Nate or Nathan.Enjoy Some tips for using this amp: I recommend buying the footswitch* for this amp,it's just easier to use and change from clean to heavy sounds while playing Turn the amp on (NOT on standby) about a half hour before you are going to use it so the tubes warmed up and you get the best sound from the amp Run the all effects(including pedals)thru the effects loop for a smoother sound, with the exception of an Overdrive *To get the model of the Footswitch please visit the Peavey Homepage

Hello, Previously I was using this blog to inform people about news on the band such as events, release and what not. I figured I would change it up a bit and write about some personal experiences, both related to the band as well stuff that has happened to me in my personal life that I figured people would enjoy reading. Perhaps I will just start by giving a bit of background. I grew up in a small town in New Jersey called Ridgefield Park. For most of my childhood I was shuffled in & out of schools outside of my town and it kind of made me feel out place with the other kids. But, I did get to meet people from other towns which was cool and some of these people I still talk to. I think the first song I remember hearing was "Imagine" by John Lennon and I became fan of Black Sabbath by no choice of my own. I recall my Uncle and his friends hanging out in the garage chanting "Generals gathered in their masses" in unison and I ended buying a copy of thei...

On Saturday April 30th Indenial brings you : "it's hard rock life" at the Broadway bar in Amityville Long Island. the night is sponsored by Hartke Amps,Duff's Brooklyn,Wyld Chyld Tattoo,and Coffin Case,featuring the Coffinettes for your viewing pleasure. All patrons 21 and up are encouraged to come dressed according to the theme of the night which is either: prison garb,handcuffs,or chains and all who do will get a discount on their admission.Drink Specials for the first hour will include: $2 Buds and Bud lights on Tap,$2Soco and lime shots ,As well as all night specials on Pabst Blue ribbon beers for $3 and buy 2 Jager shots and get 1 free . There will be prize drawings throughout the night as well. The night will also feature live performances by up and coming area bands the Saints of Pain ,and Imbolg . Both bands are known throughout the Northeast region for their consistent heavy hitting,energetic and melodic performances and unique stage shows. There will a...

Come down and Join us for our Pre-Halloween Bash and Jessie from Olive Drab's Birthday $5.00 Admission 21 and over with ID Doors open at 8pm Imbolg,Olive Drab,Out of the blue,Turn to Dust&more Bands TBA Blaze's is Located at 1229 Main street in West Warwick,RI

On Thursday October 29th, Killer B'z & House of The Black Rose Present A Very Dark Affair: The Vampire Masquerade Fetish Ball. This event will be held at the Bank/Element club from 10pm-4am, with drinks specials during the first hour and a costume contest with a door prize. Also scheduled are Performances by the Gothic Rock Band "Imbolg", Dj Kreig,Dj Stalagmike and Pepper Negron with his dark arts film works,and Lady Aye who specializes in sword swallowing and many other masochistic fascinations.Admission is $25 in advance and $30 the night of the event for all patrons 21 and over with proper ID and attire(all black,costume,Masks,Vampire or Fetish attire) The Bank/Element night club is located at 225 East. Houston Street on the corner of Essex street in New York City's East Village. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: http://killerbzproductions.ning.com/ or http://myspace.com/imbolg

On Friday October 16th Dark Sky Productions brings you spooky night in America's Witchcraft capitol at the Dodge Street Bar & grille in Salem.The event featuring performances by the Boston areas best and dreariest bands, as well as a special guest from New York City; Imbolg,Dreamchild,Hate the Living & Daniel Ouellette. The Night will be sponsored by Coffin Case with giveaways for the crowd including a prize drawing for Coffin Guitar hero controller bags.As well as the lovely Coffinettes live and in person for your viewing pleasure. The Dodge Street Bar & Grille is located 7 Dodge street in Salem,MA. Admission is five Dollars for all patrons 21 and over with ID. For information please call (978) 745-0139 or visit http://www.myspace.com/Othniel77 or http://myspace.com/imbolg

On Saturday September 26th Necromancer Productions brings you :"The Clash of the Titans" metal and fusion show at Port 41 in Manhattan. The event will feature live performances by some of New York City's best up and coming musical acts including: Imbolg, Gas, the Saints of Pain, Arch Demon Choir and more, as well as Bikini models appearing live and in person for your viewing pleasure. Show time is at 8pm, 21 and up with ID.Admission is 6 dollars with a show flyer and 8 dollars without. Port 41 is located at 355 West 41st street in New York,NY conveniently located across the street from the Port authority bus terminal and Time Square train station. For more information please call (212) 947-5255 or visit http://myspace.com/mugotu or http://myspace.com/imbolg for more details