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Before 1970 blues had been the musical basis for most successful rock bands, and from that point forward the blues bands expanded into all sorts of progressive directions. Recording techniques became more layered and advanced; musical styles became more and more complex as bands experimented in classical and jazz fusions; songs were routinely more than 7 minutes long. Then, in the late 1970's, punk burst into the mainstream, sharply reversing the trend toward complexity. Metal was a genre that grew out of the blues-based rock bands of the past. It got a jolt of energy, however, when punk hit. The combination of the extremely loud and fast playing of American hardcore punk with metal beats and riffs came to be known as Thrash, or Thrash Metal.

The title of the new documentary, Anvil! The Story of Anvil, seems at first hearing to be that of a work of mockumentary fiction, possibly directed by Rob Reiner. Actually, while their drummer's name is Robb Reiner, Anvil is a real band, and apparently they were one of the very first, if not the first Thrash Metal band. Anvil had their biggest commercial success in the first half of the 80's. By 1986, however, the "Big Four" (Anthrax, Metallica, Megadeath, and Slayer) had taken what they learned from the scene and adapted it to acheive mainstream success. Anvil, meanwhile, failed to connect with a mass audience, and quickly became the victims of an unfortunate contract and their own unwillingness to change their sound to appeal to wider audiences.

This is the background for the story of Anvil's Steve "Lips" Kudlow (vocals, lead guitar) and Robb Reiner (drums), out of Toronto. The documentary picks them up 28 years, and 16 albums, later. After all these years, Lips and Robb are still playing in small clubs for maybe 20 to 30 people a night. In stark contrast to the Big Four of Thrash Metal, Lips and Robb have to work blue collar jobs to support themselves and their families, but continue to play because of their love and passion for the music. Lips is philosophical about his band's misfortunes because it's that or tear his hair out, which of course is out of the question for metalheads.

In the hopes of turning their fortunes around, Anvil sets out on a European tour, put together by a dedicated fan, which turns out to be pretty disastrous. Lips flips out one night in Prague when they get paid in soup, and another night Robb refuses to play to an empty room. The frustration on their faces is heartbreaking. Soon we're rooting for Lips and Robb as honest, hardworking folks who haven't gotten the breaks in life. They search for validation, so that they can feel like the lifetime of work they each put into Anvil wasn't a waste.

After the tour, Lips remains steadfast while Robb seems more discouraged. They soon get another shot to prove themselves, as they get a call to work on a new record with Chris Tsangerides, who produced their biggest successes of the early 80's. Lips tears up in an interview before the recording, proclaiming in desperation, "We're gonna do it!" as if through sheer will alone they can achieve success. During the recording process itself, a lifetime of frustration brings the relationship between best friends Robb and Lips to a breaking point, only to see them find renewed faith in one another through the mutual strife.

While we identify with the search for validation for a lifetime of work, it becomes clearer as the film progresses, and their pursuit of major label contracts is met with rejection after rejection, that there is something insanely delusional about their persistence. They're stubbornly committed to the musical style they helped originate, regardless of its current marketability. While the filmmakers and fans might regard this stubbornness with admiration, their wives have a more sobering take. As Robb's wife frustratingly tells us, "It's too bad no one's living in the real world. It's a joke. It's a joke."

With the critical success of the Anvil documentary film, the band has enjoyed the biggest success of their careers. Now they play sellout festivals before thousands of people all the time. While you root for the guys because of their personal stories, one can't escape the conclusion that their newfound success was a result of the film's impact and the sympathy it generates from the viewer, and not in any way related to their songwriting. In all honesty, I think Anvil sounds terrible. It doesn't help that the music in the film is largely centered on the plodding and uninspiring track "Metal on Metal" which fails to convey whatever musical innovations put them on the map in the early 80's. Most of the live performances by Anvil in the film are cut short, which is frustrating and suspicious. Their musical worthiness is never really proven, nor is it really the point. They make low art but they're proud of it. We can applaud them because they've always been true to themselves, and they're getting credit for that. They finally caught a break.

Maxwell Anderson is an avid film watcher and blogger. He is also a freelance assistant video editor in New York City. You can contact him through his blog Ecstatic Text: http://ecstatictext.blogspot.com

Are We Ready For Marriage?

God has instilled in all of us a desire for relationship. But we must realize that our true security and significance can only be unearthed and experienced in a relationship with Him. When we embark upon the quest for a partner, we must keep in mind God's principles. One of the main problems occuring in marriage is "being unequally yoked". One common denominator that is essential for a successful relationship; God must be Lord of both lives! Light and darkness can not have true fellowship. How can a Godly woman expect an unbelieving husband to be subject to God. How can a Godly man expect an unbelieving wife to be subject to God as well. Submission is a humble compliant act. It means submitting to the authority of another. God is a God of order. The husband submits to God. The husband and wife in turn submit to one another. The goal of marriage is to experience the spiritual and physical oneness God has deemed attainable.

In marriage both partners must be willing to give up selfishness for the sake of the relationship, as well as forsaking all others. God does not want us to have a joyless experience. Jesus died so we might relish "the abundant life", abundant means plentiful, overflowing. He wants our lives to overflow with the fruits of His spirit. They are: Love, Joy, Peace, Long-Suffering, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-control. Galations 5:22-24 (NKJV). The scriptures says "Wives, submit to your own husbands as to the Lord. For the husband is head of the wife, as also Christ is head of the church: and He is the Savior of the body. Therefore just as the church is subject to Christ so let the wives be to their own husbands in everything. Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for it, that He might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the Word, that He might present it to Himself a glorious church, not having spot or wrinkle or any such thing, but that it should be holy and without blemish. So husbands ought to love their own wives as their own bodies; he who loves his wife loves himself. For no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as the Lord does the church." Ephesians 5:22-29 (KJV) To walk in the spirit is to be controlled by the spirit. It is the infilling of the Spirit we must pray for over and over and over again. When a wife submits to her own husband as to the Lord the Lord's order is established in the marital relationship. But remember the husband must be subject to the Lord. When we are walking in the Spirit this type of relationship is possible. God has provided us with a formula for a fulfilling marriage. We must learn to trust that he really knows what is best for us. Now, step out on faith.

We must ask ourselves are we ready for marriage? Are we prepared to relinquish our selfishness? Are we ready to put the other partner's well being first? Are we willing to share? Better yet are we willing to remain faithful and to partake in the joys as well as long-suffering that life often offers? Are we truly ready to spend the remainder of our life with this person? If you can answer yes to these questions, it is quite possible you are ready?

In this 21st century more than 55% of marriages end in divorce. Divorce is taking too many casualties! It is important to take some time and really ponder if you really want to make a lifetime commitment! Divorce and infidelity are raging a battle against marriage! Don’t let your vows just be mere words!

Marriage is the oldest institution there is. God created it to be Beautiful and last for a lifetime! Think long and hard before you presumptuously commit to Marriage. Planning for a wedding is so very exciting! It should be a wonderful magnificent, memorable and breathtaking grand occasion whether its large or small! All too often it is the idea of all the exciting Showers, Parties, Celebrations and activities that many have come to enjoy rather the marriage itself! A committed marriage takes a lot of work, it does not just happen! Make sure that you have thought about the future as well. I have found more often than not the last thing a couple wants to hear while planning to marry is are you sure?

Marriage between a man and a woman is the ultimate commitment of Love! Because of the alarming number of marriages ending in divorce and resulting in infidelity, I wrote this quick easy read premarital guide that takes less than a half an hour to read! Look and listen to the news! I have heard too many couples say “I never thought about that?” If I only would have known! You do not want a life of heartache! First know you cannot change this person you want to marry! Ask you self; Do you want to wake up to this person every morning for the rest of your life? Are you willing to work through life’s challenges and do what is best for the marriage? Are you ready to close the door on all other sexual partners? Each marriage is totally different. But the same basic principles are true! Together you have the opportunity to build a unique relationship that mutually suits your temperaments! Think long and hard? Take some SERIOUS time and really think about if you are ready to say yes to a lifetime commitment! If you are I wish you a Loving, eventful, committed, lifelong, happy, God-centered marriage, “What God has joined together let not man put asunder.”

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