Amidst the clutter of lack lustre ballads and monotonous melodies comes an uprising of pure emotion and musical strength. Known for their high-energy performances and in your face attitude, Shattered Core has proven that rock is everything but a boys club. Deep lyrical content and unbridled vocal power are evidence that this woman can deliver the same intensity and impact as her male counterparts. Shattered Core’s blend of heavy hitting rock riffs and haunting vocal performances fulfill the desire to hear something fresh and honest; but it’s their unapologetic display of aggression and sex appeal on-stage that makes even the sceptics stand up and notice. In 2004, producer Nick Blagona (Deep Purple,