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Michael is a freelance journalist by trade, and a financial representative by profession. His reporting has covered a wide variety of topics including album reviews, sports, local history, climate change and Internet security. He has earned bylines with The Harlem Valley Times, The Spotlight, The Colonie Sports Tracker, 8Ball Music and Upstate Metal.

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An Upstate look at Rochester’s AFR

Michael Hallisey
There's a rumbling coming from Western New York as of late; or so it seems from the perspective of the editor's desk here at Upstate Metal, as we've had our eyes forcibly opened ala Clockwork Orange to the music scene out of Rochester, New…
Beyond NYS

Jordison v. Slipknot?

Michael Hallisey
To my fans, friends, and associates… I would like to start the New Year by addressing the recent rumors and speculation regarding my departure from Slipknot. I want to make it very clear that I DID NOT QUIT SLIPKNOT. This band has been my…
Beyond NYS

Corey Taylor: Slipknot is not dead

Michael Hallisey
The power of social media compels you. It's been nearly three weeks since Slipknot announced drummer Joey Jordison's departure from the band, and fans of the Grammy Award winning group have little information to help put themselves at ease…
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An UpstateMetal look at Echo Hill

Michael Hallisey
The idea that anything you put out into the universe remains forever tangible, defines the collective awareness and dedication behind  Smithtown alternative band, Echo Hill. Speaking with the band's 21-year-old guitarist, Alex Laudani,…