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| Too Pure To Die in the studio |
2008-08-28
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TOO PURE TO DIE are set to release their Trustkill debut album 'Confess' (January 13, 2009), co-produced by Zeuss (THROWDOWN, SHADOWS FALL) and HATEBREED frontman Jamey Jasta. Check out in-studio photos of the band and Zeuss above (or click here).
TPTD has already created a huge underground buzz and reputation for making real time music that goes the distance, deemed by Alternative Press one of the 'Bands To Watch In 2008.' Their latest effort 'Confess' is as impossible to describe as it is to ignore. Equal parts pure hardcore fury, heavy metal majesty and some of the most accomplished songwriting and production on this side of the rock n' roll divide. "We are all very excited to release the new songs we have been working so hard on! The album is a first time contribution for some of us and it has brought on a renewed energy. We incorporated elements of everything from melody and rock, to metal, and of course, breakdowns. There is a blend of something for everyone on this record! Lyrically it touches on real life situations and struggles that one would face on a day to day basis. I've never been one to write about getting my heart broken or whining about things no one gives a shit about. I've always preferred to "keep it real" and this new record is as real as it gets. We have very high expectations for the new material and feel it returns to where we came from but is also a step toward the future!" - Paul Zurlo 'Confess' is a triumphant testament to a band that, from day one, insisted on doing it their way and has... come what may. | |
| Chaoswave sign with Nightmare Records |
2008-08-27
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Italian/Danish power-thrash metal act CHAOSWAVE has inked a deal with the American label Nightmare Records. The group's new album, "Dead Eye Dreaming", will be released in North America on November 25. The European release date will be anounced soon.
"Dead Eye Dreaming" (see cover artwork below) will contain 11 songs and almost an hour's worth of music. The CD was mixed earlier this year by Andy La Rocque (KING DIAMOND) and features a special guest appearance by Steve Smyth, former guitarist of NEVERMORE and TESTAMENT. Commented Smyth: "I first heard CHAOSWAVE a few years ago while on tour with NEVERMORE, and absolutely loved that they had a heavy, progressive metal sound, combined with a male-female vocal duo that sound huge, and very unique together. Everyone in this band is a top-notch musician! I am very pleased to have been asked and contributed solos to the band's new album, which I believe is sure to snap many ears in their direction this year!" "Dead Eye Dreaming" track listing: 01. 10 Years of Denial 02. Fork Tongues and Foul Times (with Steve Smyth) 03. How to Define a Race 04. A March for the Dying (with Steve Smyth) 05. Another Lie to Live in Vain 06. Blind Eye Focus 07. Dead Eye Dream 08. Rise (with Steve Smyth) 09. Picture Perfect 10. Two Shadows 11. The Evident CHAOSWAVE is currently booking two small European tours for October and November. The band will also perform at the Metal Female Voices Fest on October 19 in Wieze, Belgium. | |
| Brain Drill announce new drummer |
2008-08-27
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Northern CA technical Death Metal outfit BRAIN DRILL has just announced Joe Bondra of Pennsylvania as their new drummer. Video footage of Joe covering Brain Drill songs along with songs the band recorded with him when he came to the bay area just this past weekend has been posted at BRAIN DRILL's MySpace page (HERE).
"I always thought that BRAIN DRILL was one of the most brutal bands in the Death Metal scene, and now I am extremely excited to be part of that band and I am even more amped to be able to start playing shows and work on our new material" comments Joe Bondra BRAIN DRILL is now looking to recruit a new bass player. If you are interested send the band a video or mp3 showcasing your skills as a bass player. An audio file is fine but the band prefers video if possible. You can post your tryout on YouTube or MySpace TV and then send the link to the band by emailing it to bookingbraindrill@gmail.com or via their MySpace page. BRAIN DRILL would prefer it if you are from the bay area or somewhere in California, but it is fine if you are in another part of the country as long as you are willing to relocate or travel frequently. BRAIN DRILL are NOT going to fly you out to California so please make sure you will be able to travel if you are serious about joining the band. Persons trying out for the open position in the band definitely need to have a valid driver's license, no drug or women problems, be able to drive 8-10 hours at a time, and someone who will be able to tour once the band gets back out onto the road. | |
| Lacuna Coil DVD details |
2008-08-27
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There is no doubt that one of the most anticipated new albums of 2009 is the eagerly awaited offering from the Italian sensation LACUNA COIL, but to tide fans over until then the group announce the title and details of their first-ever DVD release; Visual Karma (Body, Mind and Soul).
The double DVD, which is a celebration of all things from the band’s Karmacode album and subsequent touring cycle will be released on Nov. 25th in North America, and will include: • Remixed and remastered live performances recorded in 2007 at the Loudpark Festival (Japan) and Wacken Festival (Germany). • The band member’s individual personal mini-movie features. • All of the promo videos from the Karmacode album. • Behind-the-scenes tour features filmed around the world. • 10 competition winning, fan-created videos. • A link and key to the band’s new album preview website! • Plus much more! A “Limited Edition” 4 Disc Package will include: • A 5.1 mix of the "Karmacode" album on audio DVD. • A bonus CD with the Wacken Open Air audio live material. A detailed track listing and cover art information will be released shortly. Andrea Ferro (co-vocalist) further comments: “In the past we’ve been asked a million times about when we were gonna put out a band DVD. Truthfully, we never felt like it was a priority, and we didn’t want to release something just because the market was asking for it. “The Karmacode tour brought us to many different places around the world for the first time and we managed to record some of those great, outstanding shows where the interaction with the people was just magic. This DVD is a beautiful reminder of where we have been in the past three years with all our body, mind and soul.” | |
| Dark Tranquillity part with bassist |
2008-08-27
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D.T. has parted ways with longtime bass player Michael Nicklasson. All booked shows will go on as scheduled with a session bassist. We thank Michael for his time in the band and wish him the best of luck in future endeavors. Here is a statement from him:
"After almost 10 years and tons of tours and festivals, I chose to leave D.T. for personal reasons. It's been so cool all this time to meet all the people and the tons of fans around the world, and all the friends that I got during this amazing journey - crew, fans and all the people I (we) worked with. I can't name everyone, as the list would take up all the space on the web site, but I'm going to miss all of you that worked and supported us (me) during these years, but this is the right thing to do, I really need a break." "There are no hard feelings in the band; it's a thing that we all felt was the best for DT. Now I'm going to kick back for a while, and then I'll see what's in the future for me. I wish the best for the rest off the boys in my old crew, and to all: I'm coming back in one way or another......thanks to all off you! Cheers!" | |
| Century Media sign deal with Dark Essence |
2008-08-27
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Continuing to live up to the slogan of "diversity in extremes," Century Media Records is proud to announce a licensing agreement with Dark Essence Records that sees DEAD TO THIS WORLD and HELHEIM join the Century Family for the North American territories. Both bands are scheduled to release their first albums for Century Media on November 11th.
DEAD TO THIS WORLD was formed in Bergen, Norway in 2002 by Iscariah (Necrophagia, ex-Immortal) after his departure from Immortal. Originally formed as a solo project, Iscariah later recruited the mighty Kvitrafn (ex-Gorgoroth) behind the kit and has since tapped Thurzur (bass) and Divra Xul (guitar) to round out the lineup. Their debut album, First Strike for Spiritual Renewance, was recorded at Conclave & Earshot Studio with producer Bjørnar Nilsen. Having formed in 1992, HELHEIM are one of Norway's oldest and most revered Viking Metal bands. The band's sixth album, Kaoskult, shows that with age comes maturity as the band unleashes their most progressive album yet. With their Century Media debut, HELHEIM focuses on the monumental and epic versus speed and brutality. Recorded by Bjørnar Nilsen, Kasoskult is an epic masterpiece that metal fans will enjoy! | |
| X-Vision sign with Glasstone Records |
2008-08-26
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Glasstone Records sign French Metallers X-VISION for the release of So Close, So Far!
Glasstone Records are proud to announce that they will be releasing X-VISION's full length album "So Close, So Far" in the UK, Germany, Switzerland and Austria together with their label DIRTY8. Since 1998, X-VISION's music hasn't stopped progressing & maturing, mixing death, hardcore, trash, a fraction of grind and many other ingredients from every other type of music they listen to, they created a unique, powerful and intense metal played with flawless precision and extreme sincerity. X-Vision's have played many gigs across Europe with bands such as ANTHRAX, PRONG, GOJIRA, and in festivals like the Furyfest (w/ SLAYER, MOTORHEAD, MEGADETH), The Eurockeennes de Belfort (w/ SLIPKNOT, KORN, THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN), the Dour Festival (Belgium, w/ WALLS OF JERICHO, OOMPH!). The band will tour around U.K and Germany this autumn/winter 08. | |
| Oceano banned from US clubs |
2008-08-26
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Recent Earache signings, Chicago, IL deathcore band, OCEANO have already had a set of raw and masochistic photos banned from MySpace and the band is now being banned from several clubs around the country, due in part to those very photos
Thanks to the overwhelming hysteria surrounding OCEANO's controversial promo pictures, a large number of messages have been pouring into the band's MySpace page from clubs across the country. Here's an example: "It has been brought to our attention that there were some images of the band that were banned from myspace. Because we are an all ages, family friendly venue we pride ourselves on providing a positive atmosphere for the kids that come in to see shows. Unfortunately, because of those images and the lyrics to the songs we have found there is no way you guys will be able to meet those guidelines" Members of OCEANO have been in contact with several local promoters and club owners to try and explain their side of things. However, between the shock of the banned photos and the band's ever-growing reputation as a dangerous live act, OCEANO's words have been to little avail. "Everyone's been getting word that we're crazy and our fans are even crazier;" says OCEANO guitarist, Andrew Mikhail. "We're pros! We're not out to kill anyone. There are some promoters who have refused to book us because of the type of music we play and how crazy we can make our fans." Due to the overwhelming response from fans in Ohio, OCEANO were able to play a previously-banned club on their most recent U.S. tour. According to the intimidating OCEANO ax man, "It was a very nice christian venue, so with the content of those banned photos, I could see why they initially had a problem with us. It was because of our fans, though, that they were willing to listen to us and we ended up playing the show after all." The same cannot yet be said about the other venues that refuse to book the heaviest, most pissed off band on the planet. At this point, according to Mikhail, "Maybe it's time to start living up to people's expectations and become a truly deadly band." Sarcastically, he jests "If people think that we're going to go out and chop up some girls like pieces of meat (like in those pictures), maybe we should just start murdering people on stage...that'll show em" | |
| Unleashed finish debut studio video |
2008-08-25
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Unleashed recorded the first studio video of the band ever this summer.
The song is "Black Horizon" from the new album and it was recorded in Belgrade, Serbia and we are extremely happy with the result. | |
| The Lizards release new CD & DVD |
2008-08-25
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8/24/08 - New York, NY - Neo-Classic Rock afficiandos The Lizards have released a new DVD and CD simultaneously, much to the elation of their devoted fanbase worldwide. Featuring drummer Bobby Rondinelli (Rainbow/Black Sabbath/BOC) and vocalist/keyboardist Mike DiMeo (Riot/Masterplan), along with bassist Randy Pratt (who also plays harp with Cactus) and guitarist Patrick Klein, The Lizards have released 4 critically acclaimed albums and two live DVDs in the past 4 years. The band's 2006 release 'Against All Odds' has garnered rave reviews from the music press worldwide, catapulting The Lizards into legendary status!
"I consider it a crime not to check out these hot sounding reptiles!" - Metalliville, UK The Lizards new live DVD entitled '4.2.11' (an inside nod to 'Spinal Tap'), features the band in top performance at various locations and is peppered throughout with new interviews. "The gig at B.B. King's was us opening for Cactus, the band I play harp in," explains band leader and bassist Randy Pratt. "The Farmingdale, NY gig, we were opening for Zebra. The German gig, we were on tour with UFO, and Sweden Rock was Sweden Rock. We were well seasoned and fired-up at these gigs. There are songs from all our CDs on the DVD, including some rarely played live." The performances featured on the new DVD were filmed with multiple cameras for maximum visual excitement. "These hard rockin' Lizards have slithered their way to the top of the new 'original' classic rock heap. Like their alien counterparts they are simply out of this world!" - Nightwatcher's Rock Blog In conjuction with the release of The Lizards live DVD comes a new studio CD comprised of classic rock covers called 'Archeology', in which the band rocks new life into each legendary song. "For The Lizards this album is a love letter to our youth," says Pratt. "Heavy as hell, with a sleazoning of blues, these are great songs by great bands" Songs include "Fire and Water" (Free), "Head First" (The Babys), 'I'm Mad" (John Lee Hooker), "Juke It" (Boomerang), "Thunder Box" (Humble Pie), "Tramp" (Stray Dog), "The Wizard" (Uriah Heep) and "One More Heartache" (Detective). The Lizards '4.2.11' DVD and 'Archeology' CD are available from the bands official website as well as Amazon.com, CDBaby, and iTunes. The Lizards have also resumed work on their fifth studio CD of originals titled 'Reptilicus Maximus'. "You can see Rick Klemann's breathtaking new cover art on our website. So far we've got nine ambitious new opuses down. The CD will be out sometime in 2009." | |
| Darkane sign with Massacre Records |
2008-08-25
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Swedish thrash metal leaders DARKANE with their new fronter Jens Broman (ex-The Defaced) have signed with Massacre Records for Europe. The 5th album of the band "Demonic Art" will be unleashed October 24th and will be available as limited Digipak format with exclusive bonus material!
The tracklisting reads: 1. Variations Of An Eyerush 2. Leaving Existence 3. Demonic Art 4. Absolution 5. Execution 6. Impetious Constant Chaos 7. Demigod 8. Soul Survivor 9. The Killing Of I 10. Wrong Grave 11. Still In Progress 12. Wrath Connection | |
| Alarum confirmed for ProgPower Europe |
2008-08-23
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The biggest news we have, Australian band ALARUM will do an exclusive performance at ProgPower Europe on Saturday 4 October. It will be the only European show they will do, therefore the band gets a playing time of 1 hour and 15 minutes. ALARUM was the last band to book, unfortunately Ghost Brigade has cancelled, so we will announce a replacement for them as soon as possible. | |
| Cattle Decapitation studio update |
2008-08-23
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After being holed up in Sharkbite Studios for 18 days, Cattle Decapitation, along with Billy Anderson, have begun mixing their forthcoming album due out in early 2009 on Metal Blade Records.
This will mark the bands fourth release through Metal Blade, and is taking shape as a natural progression for the band musically and lyrically. The yet to be titled album will feature some amazing guest appearances (to be announced soon), and will round out this sharp instrument of gore laden extreme metal. Cattle Decapitation will be showcasing new songs this Friday night August 22nd in Oakland, California. They will be joining Impaled, Phobia, Malignancy, Maruta & Illogicist. | |
| The Crimson Armada sign with Metal Blade |
2008-08-23
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Metal Blade Records has just inked a worldwide deal with Westerville, OH’s The Crimson Armada, a group of 5 young metalheads who are about metal as much as they are having a good time and spreading a positive message. Formed in early 2007 The Crimson Armada came together to go beyond just playing metal by paying tribute to various forms of the heavy style, combining their diverse influences and their spiritual messages encrypted within the lyrics. Something that fans who choose to look into the deeper meaning of the lyrics will find uplifting all whilst experiencing The Crimson Armada’s truly heavy style of playing. The Crimson Armada’s Metal Blade Records debut Guardians is tentatively scheduled for a spring release.
“We are very excited to be signing to Metal Blade it's as if a dream has come true for all of us. We are VERY fortunate to be on a label with many bands that we have grown up listening to. The only label we never thought we would be on is the label that we are now signed to haha. We want to thank the entire metal blade staff especially Brian Slagel and Mike Faley for their interest in us. It is a HUGE blessing for something of this magnitude to come to us at our age. We can only thank God for his grace upon us. We will be doing some touring here soon and recording November 1st-20th at The Foundation in Connersville, Indiana. Thank you!” The Crimson Armada “The Crimson Armada combines the whirlwind energy of a new young band with powerhouse songs that just scream METAL! We are definitely looking forward to working with these guys and can’t wait to unleash the band’s Metal Blade debut Guardians on the metal world” comments Mike Faley of Metal Blade Records. Make sure to head over to the band’s MySpace page HERE to check out a video the guys made up announcing their signing. In other news, Radio U from Westerville Ohio will be announcing plenty of updated and info regarding The Crimson Armada and their upcoming release as well as tour dates so if you are in the area, make sure to tune in and if not listen online via the stations site http://hxc.radiou.com/. Current Line up: Saud Ahmed- Vocals/Keyboards Kyle Barrington- Guitar Dan Hatfield- Guitar Chris Yates- Bass/Vocals David Puckett- Drums | |
| Mower nominated for local award |
2008-08-22
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San Diego, CA's Mower has been nominated for a 2008 San Diego Music Award in the category of “Best Hard Rock”. The band is nominated alongside Arm the Angels, Earthless, Get Your Death On, Hostile Combover and Thieve & Liars.. The award will be given out on September 17th, 2008 at Viejas Concerts in the Park in San Diego with a performance by As I Lay Dying.
Mower has also been added as support to Otep’s upcoming September 4th date in Hollywood, CA with Droid. The band will be debuting material from their upcoming new album, which is slated for an early 2009 release through Suburban Noize. Mower are currently putting the finishing touches on their Eddie Wohl (Anthrax, Ill Nino, 36 Crazyfists, Dry Kill Logic) produced new album, which was recorded in Los Angeles. The album is slated to be a split release with Mower’s jazz alter ego Slower. The effort will contain nine brand new Mower recordings and six lounge versions of Mower songs. The band recently released a video for the track “American Psycho” online at the following location http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDxdcA4S30g. The track appears on the group’s critically acclaimed sophomore effort, "Not For You", which saw them tour the US relentlessly alongside (Hed)p.e. and Diecast. The album’s lead single “Road Rage” was one of most requested tracks on Sirius Satellite Radio’s Hard Attack for twelve consecutive weeks. MOWER TOUR DATES: Aug 22 2008 San Marcos, CA @ The Jumping Turtle Aug 26 2008 Hollywood, CA @ The Whisky A Go Go Sep 04 2008 Hollywood, CA @ Key Club w/OTEP & Droid Sep 11 2008 El Cajon, CA @ Parkway Plaza Mall Hot Topic In Store Sep 26 2008 San Diego, CA @ Canes Bar & Grill Oct 11 2008 Hollywood, CA @ The Key Club | |
| Order Of Ennead with Deicide's Jack Owen |
2008-08-21
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ORDER OF ENNEAD has tapped DEICIDE's, Jack Owen to fill in for guitarist, John Li for the ONE NIGHT ONLY show in Florida this September featuring DEICIDE, ORDER OF ENNEAD and ADRIFT. Li will not be able to play the show due to unavoidable, longstanding commitments. Owen, who also plays in the hard rock outfit, ADRIFT, will be pulling triple duty at this show, playing for all 3 bands on the bill. Despite having the large task of playing for 3 bands in one night in front of him, that fact does not seem to be phasing him. According to ORDER OF ENNEAD vocalist/guitarist, Kevin Quirion, Owen is handling the band's material very well. "We had our first practice with him (Jack) and it went well. John (Li) was even there helping out."
Jack Owen will not be the only one playing for multiple bands that night. DEICIDE bandmate and ORDER OF ENNEAD drummer, Steve Asheim will be will be pulling double duty on this show, playing two full sets with both bands. "Double duty for me - it shouldn't be too bad;" says the frantic drummer, Asheim. "I usually run through a couple sets a night at practice, so i'm ready for anything." Asheim, like Owen is no stranger to playing at high intensities for long stretches of time is looking forward to the challenge of playing for both bands in a live setting. He even offers fans a tip for when they may be in the position of doing the same thing on their own. "You just gotta stay hydrated - water, gatorade, that type of thing." The mighty DEICIDE is back on stage in the U.S. with ORDER OF ENNEAD (featuring DEICIDE drummer, Steve Asheim and special guest, DEICIDE guitarist, Jack Owen), appearing together for ONE NIGHT ONLY alongside the hard rocking ADRIFT (featuring DEICIDE guitarist, Jack Owen) at The Culture Room in Ft. Lauderdale, FL on September 13. | |
| Kivimetsän Druidi to release album in October |
2008-08-21
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Loads of good news from young, hot and Finnish symphonic folk metal shooting stars KIVIMETSÄN DRUIDI! After being freshly signed to Century Media, the sextet around frontlady Leeni-Maria now is about to release its highly anticipated CMR debut album "Shadowheart" in October 2008. Expect an unmistakeable sound that is heavy, drivingly fast, but due to its epic atmosphere, and melancholic, highly catchy overtones marks a stunning amalgamation of Celtic folklore and vast extreme metal influences. By utilizing lyrics in their native Finnish tongue as well as the English language, KIVIMETSÄN DRUIDI are also highly diverse when it comes to their lyrical content... | |
