In the1980's and 1990's, Ottawa's heavy metal scene thrived in packed bars, underground clubs, and on sweat-soaked stages across the city. Bands built their reputations the hard way - through relentless shows, loud amps, and an unbreakable sense of brotherhood.
Echoes from the Pit chronicles the rise of Ottawa's metal underground, telling the stories of the bands, venues and fans who shaped a fiercely independent scent. Through firsthand accounts and local history, this book captures a time when heavy metal was more than music - it was a community, a culture, and a way of life.
Echoes from the Pit Hard Cover
An exciting, humourous and great recounting of the Ottawa Heavy Metal scene circa 1980 through to 1990 in Hard Cover 6X9
Echoes From The Pit Soft Cover
An exciting, humourous and great recounting of the Ottawa Heavy Metal scene circa 1980 through to 1990 in soft cover 6X9
Pre-Order Now for your signed copy!
You can pre-order a signed copy of the book which will be released in May of 2026, culminating with a book release party where bands featured in the book will play their original music from that era LIVE! Bands will include Infrared and Ottawa's legendary Witchkiller, who's song "Day of the Saxons" has been heard worldwide.
Spring 2026 release!
Discover my new book, a blast from the past page-turner that will keep you on the laughing and informed about Ottawa's heavy metal history. Get a sneak peek and delve into a world of parties, and unforgettable characters. Order your copy today and experience a literary adventure like no other!
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"Echoes From The Pit will reach audiences worldwide as the stories from exciting bands of that era are retold in a wonderful storytelling coffee table book."
Fred Nesrallah, professional musician from well known bands Galleon, Forever Foreigner and Hallarsen.