Since Point was mentioned as a good-value, perfectly servicable, regional beer (I've tried it and approved of it in my borscht-belt travels). I'll add that the east coast is blessed by Yuengling (America's oldest brewery) out of Pottsville, PA. The traditional lager is a great all-purpose beer and a...

Drive Like Jehu - Yank Crime: I like this one for playing approach and tones. High on Fire - The Art of Self-Defense: Buzzes like a mofo. Wins downtuners award. The Boom - Movin' Out: Sweet tone for sick blues. Pagey's tone on No Quarter is sweet. Engage the bridge pickup. Dittos: Lizard, Shellac, H...

Mastodon must be mentioned here. I think they're the current kings of all things heavy. They are as chaotic as grind at times, as majestic as "Ride the Lightning" era Metallica, as moody and dark as any minor-key indie rock, intricate like prog-rock or tech metal, and flat-out knuckle-dragging High ...