Metal Contraband News For October 20th, 2026:
This week in Metal Contraband:
Skateboard Marketing recently celebrated its 35th Anniversary with a red carpet event, taking place at The Meadows in Brooklyn on October 9th, 2026. Hosted by Don Jamieson, the celebration featured an All Star Jam Band, but beyond the concert and party, it was also a reunion of the extended metal family. 35 years in the business is no small feat, and the evening was a reminder that the relationships built along the way are just as important as the music itself.
Leading up to the event, Skateboard Marketing and Metal Contraband’s very own Munsey Ricci said, “I am so happy this all came together for our 35th anniversary. It’s been five years since the last company showcase and we’re all looking forward to a great night with some classic songs and laughs with Don. Having everybody in the room together will be nothing short of brilliant”.
The All Star Jam featured an incredible lineup of musicians, including Bobby Blitz (Overkill), Alex Skolnick (Testament), Veronica Bellino (Life of Agony), Danny Schuler (Biohazard), Will Winton (Whiplash), Mike Orlando (Category 7), Tommy Victor (Prong), Chris Caffery (Trans-Siberian Orchestra/Savatage), Sal Lococo (Sworn Enemy), Puch (Sworn Enemy), Jeff Cummings (Sworn Enemy), and Ron Lipnicki (formerly of Overkill).
DJ Alex Kayne kept the party moving as familiar faces caught up, friendships were renewed, and the friends and colleagues who have worked with Skateboard Marketing over the years came together to celebrate. Through decades of radio promotion, helping artists to get their music out to the world, and building connections among radio programmers, record labels, and industry professionals, Skateboard Marketing connects heavy music with the audiences who are passionate and eager to discover what’s next. From its origins, through the creation of Metal Contraband, the company continues to champion artists while keeping the metal community informed and connected.
Thank you to everyone who came out to Skateboard Marketing’s 35th Anniversary, and to all who have been part of the journey all along. Looking forward to many more years to come!
Chart Editor: Munsey Ricci from Skateboard Marketing Ltd.
Editorial By Chelsea Nelson-Fernandez & Munsey Ricci
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