DragonForce are coming!

Every now and again, power metal comes to Perth. We have already been blessed this year with Nightwish (not really power metal but still sort of in that realm). However, the stars have aligned and DragonForce have announced Australian (and Perth in particular) dates! Fuck yes! They came a couple of years back and I missed it, not missing out this time...

I've just bought tickets. And the venue? Metro in Freo (same as Nightwish). It's on a weekday (and a work night), but fuck it, I'm going. Right before my birthday too! Is 3 months to grow back some long hair?

P.S. I hope this starts a tradition of European metal coming down under. My wishlist include Kamelot, Symphony X, Elegy, InnerWish, Heavenly and of course Gamma Ray.

I'm gonna be a rock star ... in a video game

I finally bit the bullet and bought Rock Band for PS3. At 1 AUD = 0.98USD, it was the perfect time to buy it. I'm really looking forward to having a go at the drum kit, unlike guitar, I know I will be starting out on beginner.

No more Liberty Bell....

Anyone who knows me will know that I love cars, especially ones that are fast. Since I've earned a decentish income, I've put a decent amount of money towards my mode of transport. After this weekend, I will have changed cars again (my 5th in 8 years ......)

But it's not an upgrade. In fact, this car is missing a turbo, leather, climate control and serious street cred. Yes, I am downgrading... Due to the bleak outlook on petrol prices, and the amount I drive for work each day, I've decided to trade in, become totally debt free (hecs doesn't count) and drive something cheaper.