updates from Pete Altieri, Low Twelve

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July 29, 2011
Watch for Low Twelve in the next issue of Revolver magazine scheduled for release mid August!

January 18, 2011
Sorry for the lack of web updates here . . . . but with the holidays and busting our asses with Travis - I've been swamped.  But things are moving along great with Travis.  We have an hour and ten minutes of songs down so far - and even a new one called "One Bone at a Time".  We'll be recording that song with former Low Twelve drummer Wes Pollock at his Sonic Haven Studios in Bloomington IL.  In addition, a video for that song will be shot and added to our upcoming DVD "12 Brutal Years:  The New Breed of Low Twelve".  Check out this 3:45 piece of audio from practice on Sunday - you can check out a medley of 10 songs from the live set with Travis on drums.  Don't miss Travis' first show on Sat February 12th at Coconut Louie's in Bloomington.  More on shows here and we'll see you in the PIT.

September 4, 2010
Killer show coming next Saturday September 11th - don't miss it.  More details on the shows page, plus previews for that tribute to the 9/11 victims, a contest to win an autographed copy of the book "Heart of a Soldier", and more updates in this week's Brutality Report. 

August 22, 2010
Watch out for brutalness this coming Halloween!  Two Low Twelve shows that weekend - check out the shows page for more information.  Updates on what's going on, including some new Low Twelve "Splatter Pattern" t-shirts in this week's Brutality Report. 

August 9, 2010
Two brutal shows this past weekend and lots of pics to prove it!  Plus read about one of the members of Slavelord being sexually abused on the side of the road, plus lots more in this week's Brutality Report. 

August 1, 2010
Lots of stuff going on in the Low Twelve Command Center.  The "Bodies In My Pocket" video is complete and tearing up the charts on metalvideo.com, there is a brutal double header this next weekend, a new Chopping Block Show is posted, and lots more in this week's Brutality Report. 

July 17, 2010
The computers are finally fixed and back in action at the Low Twelve Command Center!  Sorry for the time offline.  We had a blast playing shows these past three weekends and you'll get to see all the pics, and much more in this week's Brutality Report. 

July 2, 2010
We hope all of you have a safe and happy 4th of July!  Check out Low Twelve on the July Heavycore Chopping Block Show!  Two chances to win a FREE copy of the "Core til Death III" CD, so listen and win!

June 19, 2010
We had a blast at the benefit show last weekend - you can check out all the pics plus more shows booked, lots of "Splatter Pattern" stuff going on, and much more in this week's Brutality Report. 

June 6, 2010
Low Twelve appears in the Decatur Herald & Review praising our patriotism, the June 2010 Chopping Block Show is unleashed, more shows booked, more "Splatter Pattern" stuff going on, and more in this week's Brutality Report. 

May 30, 2010
Check out some video from the "Splatter Pattern" CD release party from last week, plus some Memorial Day celebrations, Low Twelve ends up on the front page of the Pontiac newspaper, and more in this week's Brutality Report. 

May 23, 2010
"Splatter Pattern" CD release party was a huge success at Coconut Louie's.  Huge thanks to all who came out in support.  Check out all the pics, including some "handiwork" from Crazy Mike Lanham and more in this week's Brutality Report. 

May 16, 2010
"Splatter Pattern" arrives at the Low Twelve Command Center!  Order your copy here!  CD release party coming Friday May 21st in Bloomington, a preview of that plus pics from the Nite Cap Lounge show in Chicago last weekend and much more in this week's Brutality Report. 

May 5, 2010
Advance orders being taken for "Splatter Pattern" - first five fans to order score a FREE autographed poster and a copy of the "Core til Death IV" CD.  Go here now!

April 24, 2010
Low Twelve unleashes the Clawhammer on "Splatter Pattern" in this week's Brutality Report and Pete recovers from kidney stone surgery.

April 4, 2010
Happy brutal Easter to all!  Lots going on with "Splatter Pattern".  Check out all the details in this week's Brutality Report to listen to 3 songs from the new CD, an unofficial release date set in May, a digital release date, signing a deal with Clawhammer PR and much more.

March 13, 2010
The artwork for the cover of the "Splatter Pattern" CD is now revealed, as final mixing/mastering continues.  Check out all that plus new promo shots in this week's Brutality Report.

February 28, 2010
Mixing the "Splatter Pattern" CD continues as the end of the project nears completion - pics and more plus the March edition of the Chopping Block Show is revealed in this week's Brutality Report.

February 14, 2010
The artwork will begin for the "Splatter Pattern" CD as artist Jeff Gaither gets going.  The band looks to have the CD out by late April.  Check out the details, plus pics from the Remembering Tim show on Friday and much more in this week's Brutality Report.

January 9, 2010
The big Poser Roast 24 show is this Friday January 15th at the Canopy Club in Urbana.  For all the details about it - go to the shows page and for more on Wes Pollock laying down the last of the drum tracks this weekend for the upcoming "Splatter Pattern" CD from Low Twelve, and of course much more in this week's Brutality Report.

January 3, 2010
The first Brutality Report of 2010 is posted and features an mp3 of the song "Bodies In My Pocket" as a preview of the upcoming "Splatter Pattern" CD from Low Twelve.  Plus the January Chopping Block Show is up and ready for metal consumption, and much more in this week's Brutality Report.

December 27, 2009
The final Brutality Report of 2009 is one to remember - featuring a look back at 2009 and all the changes that took place in Low Twelve, an exciting update on the new "Splatter Pattern" CD recording/mixing, a "winner" in the Skank Off 2009, and of course much more in 2009's final Brutality Report.

December 12, 2009
Remembering the 9th anniversary of "Flesh of the Weak" today, Nathan Kurtz does guest guitar solo on new CD, and much more in this week's Brutality Report.

December 5, 2009
Les and Meister both wrap up tracking for the new "Splatter Pattern" CD, a new December Heavycore Chopping Block Show is posted, and much more in this week's Brutality Report.

November 21, 2009
We had two kick ass shows last weekend to wrap up the 2009 live concert series.  Check out all the pics, and how nasty Crazy Mike can really be - plus some live video and much more in this week's Brutality Report.

November 7, 2009
Some pics posted from the "Bodies In My Pocket" video shoot, plus tons of good pics from the Hallowfest V show in Rossville.  Check it out, plus updates on the "Splatter Pattern" CD and more in this week's Brutality Report.

October 18, 2009
The new "Splatter Pattern" CD recording continues and moves into the final stages!  Updates this week on Meister tracking his final guitar rhythms, Pete adding his final bass, and Wes doing part one of the final drums.  All that plus the upcoming video filming for "Bodies in My Pocket" and more in this week's Brutality Report.

October 6, 2009
Things continue to move forward with the "Splatter Pattern" recording as Wes prepares to do final drums next Sunday, voiceovers were going on this week, and Meister gears up for round 2 in Nasty Studios with the final four songs.  All that plus Meister and I visited a great location in Pontiac for the "Bodies in My Pocket" video, Stinkditch co-hosts the October Chopping Block Show, and much more in this week's Brutality Report.

September 20, 2009
Les tears up the fret board doing solos this week in Nasty Studios for the upcoming "Splatter Pattern" CD.  Check out a video clip on Youtube.  In addition to that, we've got Stinkditch coming into the studio this week to co-host the October Chopping Block with me, plus much more in this week's Brutality Report.

September 17, 2009
More shows booked for 2009 - don't miss Les Aldridge as he returns to the stage with us, tearing it up!  Click here for details.  Also, we're looking for a male, age 20-30 with a "military look" to be in the "Bodies in My Pocket" video.  Serious inquires only at pete@lowtwelve.com

September 13, 2009
Les continues to kick ass as he learns the new stuff.  We're on track to slam it big time for the first show back with Les on Halloween, Sat 10/31 in Rossville IL.  Check out the shows page for more information.  To check out what's going on with the new "Splatter Pattern" CD including pics of me and Meister tearing up some vocals, plus all the hot chicks a person can stand in this week's Brutality Report.

September 6, 2009
Les makes his return to practice and things are going great!  He's catching on quickly and so we're pumped about how things are coming along.  Check out pics of Les at practice, plus updates on all that is brutal and some hot chicks in this week's Brutality Report.

August 30, 2009
Meister kicks ass this week and wraps up the first round of guitar work.  You'll get to hear a little audio tease from the "Splatter Pattern" recording, a replay of the August Chopping Block, plus a new pic of Chelsey in this week's Brutality Report.

August 23, 2009
What a difference a couple weeks can make!  The website went down and I missed the last couple of Brutality Reports - but we got things worked out with the web host.  In addition - huge news as Les Aldridge makes a triumphant return to Low Twelve as he and Meister now combine for one BRUTAL combo!  All that plus video from the "Splatter Pattern" recording, plus a new pic of Chelsey in this week's Brutality Report.

August 2, 2009
The August edition of the Heavycore Chopping Block Show is posted and co-hosted by As Blood Will Tell.  We had a blast doing the show, and you'll get to check out all the antics by listening to the show, and for pics check that plus how bass tracking for "Splatter Pattern" is coming along with some sounds for you to check out from the new Low Twelve CD, plus a new pic of Chelsey in this week's Brutality Report.

July 26, 2009
Some sad news to announce - the band has parted ways with guitarist Dan Steinlicht.  More details on that, Chelsey's Corner begins, plus bass tracking to start for "Splatter Pattern" and of course all the hot chicks you can stand in this week's Brutality Report.

July 19, 2009
We had a blast jamming out in rural Heyworth Illinois to give a local metal freak a great going away party before joining the US Army!  Check out all the great pics from Crazy Mike, plus more updates on all things brutal in this week's Brutality Report.

July 4, 2009
The July edition of the Heavycore Chopping Block is posted here, also check out the latest "Splatter Pattern" updates and much more  in this week's Brutality Report.

June 28, 2009
Check out Pete's tribute to the "gloved one" Michael Jackson, plus Low Twelve supporting a local soldier in this week's Brutality Report.

June 21, 2009
We completed the writing for the "Splatter Pattern" CD and so now it's back to recording as we finish up the tracking and get to mixing this beast down.  Check out a live video for "Mountains of the Dead" and the new song "Hand of the Dying" from the Miller Bash on June 6th in Westville plus much more in this week's Brutality Report.

June 14, 2009
We had a good time at the Miller Bash show in Westville last weekend, so check out the pics from this live event, plus more "Splatter Pattern" updates as well as the usual parade of hot chicks in this week's Brutality Report.

June 3, 2009
Don't miss the kick ass Miller Bash 2009 show this coming Saturday June 6th - an outdoor metal fest in Westville Illinois.  Check out the live brutality page for all the details or click here for a map to get directions to the show . . . plus listen to Low Twelve and many more killer bands on the June edition of the Heavycore Chopping Block Show.

May 31, 2009
What an insane show last night in Bloomington Illinois and the ladies went wild for Crazy Mike - including a hot tongue kissing and an upskirt to top all!  Check it out plus the 500th report celebration of debauchery in this week's Brutality Report.

May 23, 2009
It's been very hectic around the Command Center coming off the heels of  Wes and Michelle getting married last weekend!  The ceremony went great and my Pastor Pete debut was a success!  Check out the pics, plus we're only one week away from the ever-elusive 500th Brutality Report.  Can you believe that shit?  Check it out plus lots of dirty teen chicks in this week's Brutality Report.

May 9, 2009
A Mother's Day Tribute this week in the Brutality Report,  plus a little preview of Wes and Michelle's wedding next Saturday with me acting as their pastor.  How insane is that?  Check it out plus lots of MILFs doing naughty things in this week's special edition of the Brutality Report.

May 3, 2009
Meister completes guitar tracking this week for the "Splatter Pattern" CD and Dan lines up to begin his recording starting Monday.  Read all about it, plus listen to the May Chopping Block Show, and lots of hot chicks in this week's Brutality Report.

April 26, 2009
We began final guitar tracking this week at my own Nasty Studios in Heyworth Illinois.  Meister was up first and we got some good work in.  Check out pics and more details, plus updates on upcoming shows for summer 2009, more on the countdown to the 500th report, and of course all the honeys in this week's Brutality Report.

April 19, 2009
What a kick ass show last night in Hoopeston Illinois!  Check out all the Cornjerkin' fun plus check out some pics from the Kreator/Exodus show at the House of Blues (Chicago) that my son and I went to for Nuclear Blast, plus lots more insanity in this week's Brutality Report.

April 12, 2009
We've been busy finishing up the last couple songs for the "Splatter Pattern" so we can begin tracking the final guitars, bass, and vocals.  Things are moving along great.  We're also looking forward to our show this coming Saturday April 18th at the VFW in Hoopeston Illinois with Stinkditch and Seminary.  Check out the live brutality page for all the details.  Also, experience Easter as only Low Twelve can disgrace in this week's Brutality Report.

April 5, 2009
The April edition of the Heavycore Chopping Block is posted here and kicks total ass!  Also more on the "Splatter Pattern" recording, more Low Twelve shows booked to include a killer outdoor bash in June, plus the usual array of hot chicks in this week's Brutality Report.

March 29, 2009
Low Twelve continues working on the final songs for the "Splatter Pattern" CD - the latest is an instrumental that Wes came up with called "Fire For Effect".  Check out pics from this week's practice, plus Pete to interview Exodus next month, and a cool interview with Sacred Oath's Rob Thorne in this week's Brutality Report.

March 22, 2009
What a killer first show of 2009 last night at Show Me's in Bloomington.  Huge fuck yeahs to all the fans and friends who came out in support.  Tons of great pics from Crazy Mike, plus some cool new interviews I've done that will be posted on the Heavycore site.  All that plus sluts-o-plenty in this week's Brutality Report.

March 16, 2009
A new digital camera has made it's way into the Low Twelve Command Center and I got a chance to use it at the Carcass show in Mokena Illinois last night.  Wes and I (and my son Joe) went to the show last night and I got some KILLER pics of the bands, plus some new Danisms enter the fray, plus all kinds of nasty sluts in this week's Brutality Report.

March 8, 2009
The band is gearing up for their first live appearance in 2009 with a show in Bloomington on Saturday March 21st.  Check out the details on the shows page to get your ass in the pit.  Also check out Dan shredding it up for his guitar tracking, plus the March Heavycore Chopping Block Show is posted and gaining new affiliate radio stations, plus lots of hot teen chicks in this week's Brutality Report.

February 22, 2009
Meister took his turn at recording this week at my own Nasty Studios.  It was a brutal time as he laid down some of the nastiest guitar rhythms around.  Check out some pics of Meister tearing it up, plus more "Splatter Pattern" updates in this week's Brutality Report.

February 15, 2009
Wes Pollock continues to tear up the drum tracking for the upcoming "Splatter Pattern" CD.  Check out some pics of Wes shredding his new kit with engineer Nathan Kurtz, and what is going on with the guitar tracking that begins this week with Meister.  Read more about that, all the latest updates, plus the first Low Twelve shows booked in 2009 in this week's Brutality Report.

February 1, 2009
Drum tracking is going very well for the upcoming "Splatter Pattern" CD.  Check out this short video clip of Wes laying down some drum tracks and us having some fun in the process.  Read more about that, all the latest updates, plus the February Chopping Block Show in this week's Brutality Report.

January 25, 2009
Lots of recording updates on "Splatter Pattern" as drummer Wes Pollock totally tears up his tracking sessions from last weekend!  I've got all the pics and much more in this week's Brutality Report.

January 11, 2009
Some potential HUGE news for Low Twelve announced this week!  Our new song "A Hero's Last Stand" is being considered for use in a big unveiling of a new Walk of Hero's display at Fort Benning Georgia this coming September!  Check out the details plus much more on the recording of the upcoming "Splatter Pattern" CD in this week's Brutality Report.

January 4, 2009
A virus nearly killed the Low Twelve Command Center computers and kept us out of the loop the last couple of weeks!  Low Twelve has been busy putting the final touches on the last few songs for the "Splatter Pattern" CD and will be recording drums later this month with engineer Nathan Kurtz.  Read all about the brutalness of it all - plus check out a recap of the killer events in 2008, plus lots of hot chicks in this week's Brutality Report.