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| Order Of Ennead added to Winterfest 2009 |
2008-11-20
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ORDER OF ENNEAD has been added to the lineup of Winterfest 2009, a European tour that also features the likes of DECIDE, VADER, SAMAEL, DEVIAN and THE AMENTA.
Having teamed up with DEICIDE for a few special one-off dates all across the world, ORDER OF ENNEAD is now gearing up for a full scale European assault that will begin in January 2009. The band who counts DEICIDE's Steve Asheim, Jack Owen and Kevin Quirion among their ranks are excited to bring their uniquely introspective blend of black and death metal to their European fans every night of the tour. ORDER OF ENNEAD guitarist/vocalist Kevin Quirion commented on the band's participation in Winterfest 2009: "ORDER OF ENNEAD is very excited to be added to this tour. The line-up is pretty killer and we can't wait to check out the other bands. We are even trying to add an extra week of dates while we are over there so look out for those soon." Catch ORDER OF ENNEAD alongside DEICIDE, VADER, SAMAEL, DEVIAN and THE AMENTA during these dates of Winterfest 2009: 08.01.2009 HOL Tilburg / O13 09.01.2009 HOL Haarlem / Patronaat 10.01.2009 BEL Vosselaar / Biebob 11.01.2009 FR Paris / Locomotive 12.01.2009 FR Lyon / CCO Villeurbane 13.01.2009 LU Esch/Alzette / Rockhal 14.01.2009 GER Stuttgart / Ika-Longhorn 15.01.2009 GER Frankfurt / Batschkapp 16.01.2009 GER Bochum / Matrix 17.01.2009 CH Erstfeld / Transilvania Live 18.01.2009 ITA Milan / Rolling Stone 19.01.2009 A Worgl / Komma 20.01.2009 SK Bratislava / DK Dubravka 21.01.2009 POL Katowice / Mega Club 22.01.2009 POL Warsaw / Progresja | |
| Seventh Rize sign with Chavis Records |
2008-11-19
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SEVENTH RIZE has signed on with CHAVIS RECORDS for the release of 'FULL MOON'. 'FULL MOON' is produced by Bobby Rock (Nelson, Vinnie Vincent Invasion, Hardline), with songs co-written with Bruce Turgon (Foreigner, Places Of Power). SEVENTH RIZE hails from Texas and is comprised of Stacy Humphries-vocals, Sulli-drums, Jerry Stone-guitars, and David Hamilton-bass.
'FULL MOON' is set to be released in February 2009.
SEVENTH RIZE performed live on VH1 in July at an event for 'Bret Michaels - Rock Of Love' alumni - Rodeo, which led the band to write and record the track 'To Love Rodeo, To Win Rodeo'. Impressed with the track, VH1 has decided to license the track and use it with a future show. 'To Love Rodeo, To Win Rodeo' was co-written and produced by Bruce Turgon.
SEVENTH RIZE will be supporting 'FULL MOON' in 2009. A CD release party is currently being planned with the first single 'Full Moon' going to radio December 2nd. SEVENTH RIZE is managed by Discoverstars Music Management. | |
| We Were Gentlemen sign with Century Media |
2008-11-19
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Rarely does an unsigned band create as much noise as Virginia Beach’s WE WERE GENTLEMEN. The band, which formed in 2005, has quickly ascended to the top of the underground due to playing alongside such heavyweights as Converge, A Life Once Lost, The Red Chord and Suicide Silence. Now they are ready to make their name known to the world and Century Media Records is extremely excited to announce the signing of WE WERE GENTLEMEN to the label’s worldwide roster.
When WE WERE GENTLEMEN decided to take the band to the next level, co-founders Kalan Blehm and Richard Nuepert went out and financed a van and trailer and began booking tours up and down the east coast with bands such as My Bitter End (Uprising Records), Cassius (Lifeforce Records), and ABACABB (Summerian Records). Since this time, the band has exploded in popularity, having amassed over 45,000 friends and 500,000 plays on MySpace. All of this buzz lead to Century Media Records taking notice and partnering with the band. Now, WE WERE GENTLEMEN is preparing to enter Planet Red Studios in Richmond, VA on November 16th to begin recording their Century Media debut. The album, entitled Living Hell, will be recorded by the acclaimed Andreas Magnusson (The Black Dahlia Murder, Haste The Day) and is tentatively scheduled for a Spring 2009 release. The band comments: "We are extremely proud and excited to be a part of a respected label such as Century Media Records. To be on a roster along side of bands like Suicide Silence, God Forbid, In This Moment, Terror and Earth Crisis (just to name a few) is a real honor. We feel as though Century Media Records is the best home for WE WERE GENTLEMEN, and we couldn't be happier with the dedication, commitment, and professionalism Ray Harkins and everyone else over at Century Media has shown us thus far. We would like to thank Ray Harkins from Century Media and our lawyer Adam Mandell for having the patience and believing in this project throughout the whole process. We would also like to thank all of our friends and fans who have supported and stuck with us throughout the years. On November 16th, we will be entering Planet Red Studios in Richmond, VA to record our debut full-length entitled Living Hell with producer/engineer Andreas Magnusson. Living Hell will be in stores in early spring, so be on the look out! We can't wait for everyone to hear our new material and to get out on the road in the New Year. Stay tuned to our MySpace for studio updates, new songs, and tour dates!" | |
| Iwrestledabearonce enter studio |
2008-11-19
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IWRESTLEDABEARONCE, the electro/metal/jazz/grind hybrid from Shreveport, LA, has entered the studio to record their debut full length for Century Media Records. The band has locked themselves inside the home of producer extraordinaire Ross Robinson and are working with Ryan Boesch (Norma Jean). The album is expected to be ready for a spring 2009 release.
IWRESTLEDABEARONCE comments: “Ryan Boesch is a son of a bitch and a dirty, godless savage... but on the bright side, we are writing and recording on the beach at Ross Robinson's house and drinking all of Norma Jean's leftover energy drinks. Anyway, Ryan is as insane as us and since his discography includes 2Pac, Andrew WK, Tomahawk, and Sheryl Crow, we know we are in good hands. We will be updating our MySpace with all kinds of stupid news, so keep in touch on there for all of the latest! Our drummer has horrific gas.” Best known for their spastic take on grindcore, metal and even showtunes, IWRESTLEDABEARONCE is as hard to categorize as that particular melding would suggest. One look at the new video for "Tastes Like Kevin Bacon," which encapsulates that twist particularly well, and you'll know what the band is all about. For additional information or to view the much talked about "Tastes Like Kevin Bacon" video head over to the bands official Myspace page by clicking below. Stay tuned over the coming weeks for video updates from the studio. | |
| Psycroptic in national charts |
2008-11-19
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Ob(Servant), the fourth album from Tasmanian tech-death masters PSYCROPTIC, has entered the AIR chart (Australian Independent Recordings) at position No. 7.
The AIR charts are compiled by AIR from sales rankings supplied by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA). Titles are eligible to be included in the AIR charts survey if: - The artists are Australian; - The title is released on an independent label or self-released; - Where it is either distributed through an independent distributor or where an independent label uses the services of a major or its subsidiary to distribute the title Commented PSYCROPTIC drummer Dave Haley: "I just heard that our new album Ob(servant) hit number no. 7 on the AIR charts out here in Australia. I actually had to have a bit of a giggle about that — a death metal album filled with blast beats and growling vocals sitting next to a lot of pop and rap stuff. It's great indication of the state of extreme metal at the moment — it has a growing and dedicated following... good times to be a metal band!" Ob(Servant) (CD+DVD) was released in North America on October 14 via Nuclear Blast Records. The album was mixed and mastered by former MACHINE HEAD and SOULFLY guitarist Logan Mader (DIVINE HERESY, GOJIRA) and was recorded once again by guitarist Joe Haley. Ob(Servant) includes a free bonus DVD featuring a studio diary as well as performance footage from a 2006 gig in Amsterdam, Netherlands and 2008 concert in Wellington, New Zealand. The free bonus DVD runs approximately 85 minutes. | |
| Enslaved shoot new video |
2008-11-19
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Norway’s ENSLAVED recently traveled to Gothenburg, Sweden to work with Revolver Film Company director and Norwegian Grammy Award winner Patric Ullaeus (Dimmu Borgir, Keep Of Kalessin, In Flames) to shoot a video for “The Watcher,” a track off their recently Billboard-charting album, Vertebrae.
ENSLAVED share their thoughts about working with Ullaeus and the video itself: “When we got the chance to work with Patric and Revolver, we grasped it with all ten hands. His works are very impressive. We were first exposed to him through Dimmu Borgir’s latest video - the whole thing was very professional and remained ‘tasty’ within the fantasy framework. Our previous videos have been do-it-yourself and we have never worked with special effects on such a high level before. The video is built upon a dual development: the band performing the song in parallel with a story line. The story is based upon [lead singer/bassist] Grutle’s lyrics for ‘The Watcher’ and the story is written out in a co-operation between Grutle & [guitarist/songwriter] Ivar [Bjørnson] from the band, and director Patric Ullaeus. Without spoiling the surprise, the video story follows the lines of the lyrics – the individual’s struggle for truth and liberation, about revealing the real chains of existence and breaking them.” | |
| This Ending album details revealed |
2008-11-18
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Sweden's THIS ENDING – featuring AMON AMARTH drummer Fredrik Andersson – have finished the recordings for their second album 'Dead Harvest'!
THIS ENDING continue to deliver their own brand of Death Metal in grand fashion with 'Dead Harvest', evolving a dark concept and further distinguishing the band from it's contemporary peers. Spanning from heavy riffs and mesmerizing melodies to blast beats and industrial sounds - 'Dead Harvest' has it all. The recording of 'Dead Harvest' saw THIS ENDING returning to Offbeat Studio, and after 2 months of gruelling work the recording was finally done. Numerous songs were written but only 10 songs were chosen to be represented on the actual album. However 2 more songs were recorded during the 'Dead Harvest' sessions, which are to be released on the limited first printing of the European edition. Plans were also set in motion to create a video for the track 'Parasites' from 'Dead Harvest'. The song represents the THIS ENDING sound well, showing off the band's broad spectrum. The video was shot at two different locations during two days. More details on the video shoot to follow. Here's what guitarist Leo Pignon has to say about the new album 'Dead Harvest': "The second creation of THIS ENDING plunges you further into the darkness of mankind. Here you will find everything from spellbinding melodies to violent blast-beats, all spawned from the maw of the inevitable doomsday-machine that is THIS ENDING. 'Dead Harvest' is the soundtrack of a world in downfall, steeped in true death metal and branded with the unique sound of THIS ENDING. So crank up the volume, sit back, and watch the World go down in flames!" THIS ENDING is: Mårten Hansen - vocals Leo Pignon - guitar Linus Nirbrant - guitar Jesper Löfgren - bass Fredrik Andersson – drums Tracklisting 'Dead Harvest': 1. Trace of Sin 2. Parasites 3. Machinery 4. Instigator of Dead Flesh 5. Dellusionists 6. Army of the Dying Sun 7. Dead Harvest 8. Tools of Demise 9. Deathtrade 10. The Asylum Bonustracks ltd. first ed.: 11. Redeemer 12. First Blood 13. Parasites (videoversion) 'Dead Harvest' will be available January 30th 2009 (G/A/CH/I) and February 2nd (rest of Europe)! | |
| Eudaimony sign with Lupus Lounge |
2008-11-18
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Eudaimony is the new band of Matthias Jell (ex-Dark Fortress), Marcus E. Norman (Naglfar, Bewitched), Jörg Heemann (Secrets Of The Moon), and Michael Håkansson (ex-Evergrey, ex-The Forsaken). Following their dictum 'Negativity in its purest form', this quartet combines doomy, disharmonic music with lyrics from the downbeat and hopeless side of life. You can listen to some of Eudaimony’s rehearsal tracks here: www.myspace.com/eudaimony
Not only are Lupus Lounge very glad to have such a visionary group with high-profile members on their roster, Eudaimony are also satisfied about the proceedings: "We are very proud to announce that the contract is signed at last, and we are convinced that Lupus Lounge / Prophecy Productions are just the partners we need to realise our artistic ideals. We believe that the ethos of Lupus Lounge / Prophecy Productions is very close to that of Eudaimony, as boundless artistic freedom beyond any categorisations is essential for Eudaimony as well. We will start recording our debut album entitled 'Futile' during 2009. 'Futile' is bound to be an interesting record for anyone willing to experience music that transcends the limitations of today's rather superficial and image-conscious genre. 'Easy listening' is something you'll never find in Eudaimony." | |
| Negura Bunget re-releases |
2008-11-18
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Negura Bunget's first four releases will soon be re-issued in Digipaks with improved artwork."From Transylvanian Forest" is the only demo recording from Wiccan Rede, the legendary precursors to Negura Bunget. This re-release with two bonus tracks lays bare the roots of Negura Bunget in an unique way. On their debut album "Zîrnindu-Sã", the Romanians celebrate a furious and primal black metal with sophisticated drumming and racing guitars. For many fans, this record still marks the band's pinnacle. The re-release comes with a bonus CD featuring a previously unreleased alternative recording of the entire album. The potential hinted at on these releases was fully tapped on the EP "Sala Molksa". "Sala Molksa" offers highly original symphonic black metal with a penchant for complex arrangements. This re-release comes with a bonus CD as well, containing an unreleased alternative recording of the EP. "Mãiastru Sfetnic", finally, is the masterpiece by the 'early' Negura Bunget, written large in the history of black metal. This album is characterized by a stunningly dense and oppressive atmosphere and has secured the band a position in the pantheon of black metal.
All of these Digipak CDs are limited to 2,000 copies each. There will also be a special 6 CD box, strictly limited to 500 copies, including a woven Negura Bunget logo patch and a sticker. | |
| The Rotted announce new bassist |
2008-11-17
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UK´s very own THE ROTTED will hit some towns and cities across the UK throughout November and December including a slot at the Terrorizer Xmas bash on December 5th.
These shows will introduce their new bassist, THE REVEREND TRUDGILL, former frontman of eccentric British metal loons Screamin' Daemon. The Church Of Daemonology founder has already played 2 festivals and a couple of shows with the band and has proven to be perfect for the role, both in terms of commitment and musical direction. November 2008 30th NORWICH – Near Darkness Festival @ Queen Charlotte December 2008 4th SOUTHAMPTON – Joiners 5th LONDON – Terrorizer Xmas Party @ Purple Turtle 7th BRIGHTON – Freebutt 13th IPSWICH - The Blue Room @ PJ McGintys | |
| Malefice sign with Metal Blade Records |
2008-11-17
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Metal Blade Records is very proud to announce the Worldwide signing of the fierce UK Metal act MALEFICE!
Formed in Reading, Berkshire in 2003 MALEFICE made quite an impact with their monstrous debut album 'Entities'. Crossing the boundaries of Thrash and Death Metal, ‘Entities’ specialized in the same power groove that saw Pantera and Lamb Of God rise to legendary status in the field. Arriving with nothing in the way of fancy haircuts, cheesy gimmicks or music industry hype, MALEFICE are a band that captured the minds and banged the heads of every metalhead that missed metal in its purest, most uncompromising form; brutal, tuneful and heavy as hell. Comments MALEFICE: "The best place for a metal band to be in this day and age is Metal Blade Records. Both Malefice and Metal Blade want nothing but the best for our genre, and together, we feel we can put honest heavy music, back to the top where it belongs." After sharing the stage with some of the most esteemed names in modern metal (Sepultura, DevilDriver and Morbid Angel to name but a few) and earning universal praise for their festival-stealing slot at Download 2008, MALEFICE have earned the reputation as one of Europe's elite metal talents and that reputation is set to soar to all-new heights with the release of their upcoming, as yet untitled new album on Metal Blade Records. MALEFICE is: Dale Butler - Vocals Ben Symons - Guitar Alex Vuskans - Guitar Tom Hynes - Bass Craig Thomas - Drums | |
| Dope Stars Inc. enter studio |
2008-11-17
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Netrunners of the new millenium,
we are finally in studio to program and record a new sequence of digital hardcore and mechanical decay. It will take a winter and the album will be out around spring 2009 and will be followed by a tour straight after. We have now entered in the Subsound Studio to start working....and machines are roaring again. More details to be announced soon. | |
| X-Thirtien sign with Chavis Records |
2008-11-17
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Florida based metal outfit X-THIRTIEN has signed on with CHAVIS RECORDS for their debut release 'YOU'RE NEXT'. X-THIRTIEN is comprised of U.S. and European based musicians featuring Joe Russell, Johnny Osborn, Rollie Feldman, Mathias Lang, Tracy Ferrell, and Erik Zvanut.
2 years in the making, 'YOU'RE NEXT' is a concept album that tells the saga of good versus evil, a man transformed into superman, in conjunction with a band transformed into a super band. This is a breakthrough concept for the "fan loyal" New Rock genre. Passionate, powerful lyrics are placed inside the thick, heavy sound of X-THIRTIEN. Intense meaning alongside the grooves and riffs certainly becomes cathartic to listeners and fans all alike. The CD was recorded at Third Stone Studios in L.A., produced by Dana and Justin Walden (Sevendust), Mudrock (Godsmack) with the help of world famous Toby Wright (the man behind some of the biggest bands in the business, including Metallica, Alice n Chains and Tantric). Mixing the project to perfection, James Murphy who has done work for Nuclear Blast, Century Media, Roadrunner, Candle Light, Metal Blade, a talented producer/engineer, known for creating intense mixes and massive sounds throughout the record industry. X-THIRTIEN is taking the album concept and transforming it into a full stage production and heading out on the road bringing the show to the fans. The demand for the band continues to increase. X-THIRTIEN tour dates will begin in 09 throughout the States and may also include shows in Canada, Europe, Japan, South America and Australia. TELL THE WORLD: X-THIRTIEN, 'YOU'RE NEXT' is a definitive concept CD that includes standout songs from the new release such as RUN, FREAK and LET'S GO CRAZY, featuring the title track 'YOU'RE NEXT' as well as additional break-through material. X-THIRTIEN perfected its trademark 'X' with a mix of guitar heroics, anthemic hooks and hedonistic attitude while playing live shows out on tour. X-THIRTIEN will be together and out on the road, which is exactly where they want to be. Beware of the 'YOU'RE NEXT' 'X' attack in 2009! | |
| Craft finishing new album |
2008-11-17
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Swedish black metallers Craft have issued the following news:
Today we finally finished recording the last parts of the guitars for "Void" after an eleven day recording session. The recording sessions of the other instruments are scheduled for December and January. The album will have a playing time of approximately 50 minutes and contain eight tracks of twisted black metal. | |
| Doro in the charts |
2008-11-17
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We just received the news that the new EP “Celebrate” of Metal Queen Doro Pesch entered the German Media Control Charts on Position No. #75!
Furthermore, the EP went to position #5 of the Spanish single charts! That's sounds like one more reason to celebrate, doesn't it?! | |
| Axxis announce new drummer |
2008-11-17
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It took a long time…
but now the search for a new drummer is over. Alex Landenburg is the new Axxis drummer.
Due to the high number of applications of some really great drummers, it was not an easy choice for the Axxis guys to be made. Alex Landenburg who is known for his work with bands like Mekong Delta, At Vance or Annihilator is very much looking forward to his new duty in Axxis! | |
| The New Black sign with AFM Records |
2008-11-17
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We are proud to announce another new signing on AFM Records: The debut album of „The New Black” will be released in spring 2009. The New Black play Rock. Real Rock, real heavy. With all the good stuff that comes with it: Hooklines, cool leads, riffs galore.
Just imagine Black Label Society inviting the Nickelback guy over for some Thin Lizzy covers, all dressed up in Pantera shirts.
Stay tuned for upcoming news! | |
| Doro to release new single |
2008-11-17
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To shorten the time until the new Doro album will be available, the Metal Queen will release their second single “Herzblut” on December, 12, 2008. The title track will appear in 4 different languages!!!
Here is the tracklist of “Herzblut” 01. Herzblut (Single Version) 02. Herzblut (Album Version) 03. A Fond Le Coeur - Herzblut (French) 04. Te Doy Mi Corazon - Herzblut (Spanish) 05. Eu Dou-Te O Meu Coração - Herzblut (Portuguese) 06. Share My Fate | |
