Hans Condor with Anvil, Midnite Hellion, and more

Formed in Toronto in 1978 by Steve Kudlow and Robb Reiner, heavy metal band Anvil pioneered speed metal and influenced the 1980s thrash movement. Their acclaimed 1982 album Metal on Metal helped define their sound. Despite commercial struggles, they gained renewed attention following a 2009 documentary.

Ithaca, NY heavy metal/rock’n’roll band mixing classic no-frills riffs with thrash punch; albums "Condemned to Hell" and radio-hit "Kingdom Immortal" (prod. Alex Perialas); toured with Anvil & U.D.O.

American comedian Don Jamieson is known for blending humor with heavy metal and rock culture. He co-hosted VH1 Classic's "That Metal Show" and earned an Emmy Award for his work on HBO's "Inside the NFL". His stand-up albums, including "Live & Hilarious" and "Hell Bent for Laughter," charted on Billboard. He also collaborated with Jim Florentine and opened for Andrew Dice Clay.