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| 22.05.2011 | › | Shining - To Release First-Ever Single |
| 21.04.2011 | › | Shining - Part Ways With Guitarist |
| 07.04.2011 | › | Shining - New Song Online |
| 28.03.2011 | › | Shining - An Update From Niklas Kvarforth |
| 21.12.2010 | › | Apostasy - Shining Guitarist Joins The Band |
| 06.07.2010 | › | Shining - Headlining Sweden's Forlorn Festival |
| 03.02.2010 | › | Shining - Bassist Quits The Band |
| 12.01.2010 | › | Gravdal - Shining Vocalist To Make Guest Appearance On New Album |
| 28.12.2009 | › | Shining - European Tour Dates |
| 22.12.2009 | › | Shining - Drop Off Behemoth's Evangelia Amerika Tour |
| 26.11.2009 | › | Shining - Reveal New Album Details |
| 27.08.2009 | › | Shining - Supporting Satyricon, Negură Bunget, Dark Fortress On European Tour |
| 24.06.2009 | › | Shining - Sign With Indie Recordings |
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Shining - New Video Details
With over 96,000 views on YouTube for Shining's first ever music video in just over three months of its release, the band have today announced that they will start work on a second video in October of this year.
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| Source: | facebook.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
Shining - First-Ever Music Video Online
"Förtvivlan, Min Arvedel", the first-ever video from Swedish extreme metallers Shining, can now be watched below.
The video was directed by Martin Strandberg & Niklas Kvarforth, produced by Martin Strandberg and created by Black Shadows Filmproductions & Hill Fifty.
Commented frontman and founder Niklas Kvarforth: "We know we are going to get heavily criticised for some of the scenes. But it's nothing more than you will see as soon as you switch on a television or watch a move, or walk down a city street come to that. But we're Shining and it's always open season on Shining when it comes to people who have neither understood, nor taken the time to try and understand, where the band is coming from.
Just to explain why there is a censored version. Not every country is equally liberal, and the censored version is the only one a lot of fans are going to get the chance to see."
The censored version is available at this location.
"Förtvivlan, Min Arvedel" comes off the band's latest album VII - Född Förlorare, which was released on May 25th through Spinefarm Records. More album details were previously reported over here.
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The video was directed by Martin Strandberg & Niklas Kvarforth, produced by Martin Strandberg and created by Black Shadows Filmproductions & Hill Fifty.
Commented frontman and founder Niklas Kvarforth: "We know we are going to get heavily criticised for some of the scenes. But it's nothing more than you will see as soon as you switch on a television or watch a move, or walk down a city street come to that. But we're Shining and it's always open season on Shining when it comes to people who have neither understood, nor taken the time to try and understand, where the band is coming from.
Just to explain why there is a censored version. Not every country is equally liberal, and the censored version is the only one a lot of fans are going to get the chance to see."
The censored version is available at this location.
"Förtvivlan, Min Arvedel" comes off the band's latest album VII - Född Förlorare, which was released on May 25th through Spinefarm Records. More album details were previously reported over here.
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| Source: | facebook.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
Shining - To Release First-Ever Single
With the long-awaited seventh full-length album out this month on Spinefarm Records, extreme metallers Shining are set to release a CD single which will only be available in their home country of Sweden. The single will comprise two tracks, one being "Förtvivlan, Min Arvedel", taken from the new album VII - Född Förlorare, whilst the second will be a previously unreleased cover of the Alice Cooper song "Prince of Darkness".
This will be the first time that Shining has released a single, and founder and frontman Niklas Kvarforth is hopeful that the new video, which was filmed recently and is currently being edited, will be included along with the two tracks: "We are trying to get the video included, but the people behind the single are a little nervous, and probably quite rightly so given its subject matter and content. We are looking into the possibility of maybe including a censored version. We'll see how that pans out, but whatever happens, the uncensored version will definitely appear very soon, so Shining fans who have been waiting for it, will not be disappointed".
Following the Swedish release, the band will consider the possibility of releasing a different version of the single elsewhere.
VII - Född Förlorare will be released on May 25th through Spinefarm Records. More album details were previously reported over here.
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This will be the first time that Shining has released a single, and founder and frontman Niklas Kvarforth is hopeful that the new video, which was filmed recently and is currently being edited, will be included along with the two tracks: "We are trying to get the video included, but the people behind the single are a little nervous, and probably quite rightly so given its subject matter and content. We are looking into the possibility of maybe including a censored version. We'll see how that pans out, but whatever happens, the uncensored version will definitely appear very soon, so Shining fans who have been waiting for it, will not be disappointed".
Following the Swedish release, the band will consider the possibility of releasing a different version of the single elsewhere.
VII - Född Förlorare will be released on May 25th through Spinefarm Records. More album details were previously reported over here.
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| Source: | facebook.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
Shining - Part Ways With Guitarist
The following announcement was issued by Shining front man and founder Niklas Kvarforth on the band's Facbook page:
"Guitarist Fredric Gråby has left the ranks of Shining today because he no longer felt able to continue playing. Unfortunately this means that we have been forced to cancel our appearance at the Ragnarök Festival this month as there is not enough time for a new guitarist to learn the material.
We are also pleased to announce that Christian "Draug" Larsson, who has been playing bass with the band for some time on a temporary basis, has now has joined Shining as a permanent full-time member."
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"Guitarist Fredric Gråby has left the ranks of Shining today because he no longer felt able to continue playing. Unfortunately this means that we have been forced to cancel our appearance at the Ragnarök Festival this month as there is not enough time for a new guitarist to learn the material.
We are also pleased to announce that Christian "Draug" Larsson, who has been playing bass with the band for some time on a temporary basis, has now has joined Shining as a permanent full-time member."
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| Source: | facebook.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
| Event: | Ragnarök Festival |
Shining - New Song Online
"Förtvivlan, Min Arvedel", a brand-new track from Swedish extreme metallers Shining, has been made available for streaming over at Soundcloud.
"Förtvivlan, Min Arvedel" comes off the band's upcoming new album VII - Född Förlorare (trans: Born Loser), which will be released on May 25th through Spinefarm Records. More album details were previously reported over here.
A song-by-song by Shining frontman Niklas Kvarforth can be read at this location.
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"Förtvivlan, Min Arvedel" comes off the band's upcoming new album VII - Född Förlorare (trans: Born Loser), which will be released on May 25th through Spinefarm Records. More album details were previously reported over here.
A song-by-song by Shining frontman Niklas Kvarforth can be read at this location.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
Shining - An Update From Niklas Kvarforth
Shining founder and frontman Niklas Kvarforth is quitting all other projects in order to concentrate on Shining.
Kvarforth released the following statement: "A lot of things have been happening recently with Shining, and the rapid growth of the band over the last year, and the commitment that Shining now requires of me has meant that it has become impractical for me to continue working as vocalist with other bands.
This includes my work with Bethlehem, who themselves realised that the band could not continue with myself on vocals. Bethlehem is still my all-time favourite band and I wish them all the best for the future. I will also be quitting as front man for Den Saakaldte.
From now on, therefore, I will only be making occasional guest vocal appearances on albums by other bands, and my priority will be Shining. My work with Maniac's band Skitliv will not be affected, however, as the vocals and the bulk of the creative work is in his hands.
As always, myself and the band very much appreciate all the support the fans are giving Shining and their patience in waiting for the release of VII - Född Förlorare, and there will be some very good news regarding this very shortly."
VII - Född Förlorare (trans: Born Loser) will be released later this year through Indie Recordings. More album details were previously reported over here.
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Kvarforth released the following statement: "A lot of things have been happening recently with Shining, and the rapid growth of the band over the last year, and the commitment that Shining now requires of me has meant that it has become impractical for me to continue working as vocalist with other bands.
This includes my work with Bethlehem, who themselves realised that the band could not continue with myself on vocals. Bethlehem is still my all-time favourite band and I wish them all the best for the future. I will also be quitting as front man for Den Saakaldte.
From now on, therefore, I will only be making occasional guest vocal appearances on albums by other bands, and my priority will be Shining. My work with Maniac's band Skitliv will not be affected, however, as the vocals and the bulk of the creative work is in his hands.
As always, myself and the band very much appreciate all the support the fans are giving Shining and their patience in waiting for the release of VII - Född Förlorare, and there will be some very good news regarding this very shortly."
VII - Född Förlorare (trans: Born Loser) will be released later this year through Indie Recordings. More album details were previously reported over here.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
Apostasy - Shining Guitarist Joins The Band
Shining guitarist Peter Huss has joined Swedish black metal act Apostasy after the departure of Ludvig Johansson in early October.
The band revealed the following statement: "Apostasy is very pleased to present our new guitarist, Peter Huss. Peter Huss has done tons of session/live works and can play any type of music. He will be a great addition to Apostasy on our upcoming songwriting/recording/live/drinking sessions. We're excited to have this amazing guitarist onboard. And the best thing beside his chops is that he's a really nice and easygoing dude with a great sense of humor and great passion for music.
Peter also play guitar in the legendary Swedish band Shining. He has toured with Sinergy in 1999 as a session guitarist replacing Alexi Laiho. Some of the bands/albums Peter has participated on lately are Swedish death metal band Ruined Soul, Dutch/Belgian death metal band Unlocked, Norwegian metal band Pantheon I, and he did all guitars on the ISSA Sign of Angels album with monster drummer Uli Kusch among others. Weird fact: Apostasy drummer Thomas Ohlsson is playing in the ISSA "I'm Alive" video."
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The band revealed the following statement: "Apostasy is very pleased to present our new guitarist, Peter Huss. Peter Huss has done tons of session/live works and can play any type of music. He will be a great addition to Apostasy on our upcoming songwriting/recording/live/drinking sessions. We're excited to have this amazing guitarist onboard. And the best thing beside his chops is that he's a really nice and easygoing dude with a great sense of humor and great passion for music.
Peter also play guitar in the legendary Swedish band Shining. He has toured with Sinergy in 1999 as a session guitarist replacing Alexi Laiho. Some of the bands/albums Peter has participated on lately are Swedish death metal band Ruined Soul, Dutch/Belgian death metal band Unlocked, Norwegian metal band Pantheon I, and he did all guitars on the ISSA Sign of Angels album with monster drummer Uli Kusch among others. Weird fact: Apostasy drummer Thomas Ohlsson is playing in the ISSA "I'm Alive" video."
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Apostasy |
Shining - Headlining Sweden's Forlorn Festival
Shining will make a rare appearance in their home country of Sweden when they headline the Forlorn Festival which is scheduled to take place on the 26th and 27th November at the Fabriken, in Umea, Sweden. According to the organisers this will be Sweden's first ever Black Metal festival, and the line up will feature some of the country's leading Black Metal bands, many of whom, like Shining itself, rarely get to play in their own country. Line up up for the Forlorn Fest is as follows:
Shining, Ondskapt, Sorgeldom, Valkyrja, Elimi, Chainsawtan, Rev 16:8, Hypothermia, Orcivus and Thornium.
Shining's much anticipated seventh album VII / Född Förlorare is due for release on Indie Recordings later this year. The band will be appearing at a number of festivals over the summer, and will embark on a series of European dates with Enthroned during October and November.
More info about the festival at this location.
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Shining, Ondskapt, Sorgeldom, Valkyrja, Elimi, Chainsawtan, Rev 16:8, Hypothermia, Orcivus and Thornium.
Shining's much anticipated seventh album VII / Född Förlorare is due for release on Indie Recordings later this year. The band will be appearing at a number of festivals over the summer, and will embark on a series of European dates with Enthroned during October and November.
More info about the festival at this location.
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
| Event: | Forlorn Festival |
Shining - Bassist Quits The Band
Swedish metallers Shining have issued the short following update on their MySpace blog:
"Just to let everyone know that Larsen has officially left Shining so that he can concentrate on his studies. He has been a great asset to the band during his time with us, and a good companion, and we wish him well for the future.
A new bass player has already been chosen, and we will be announcing more about this shortly."
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"Just to let everyone know that Larsen has officially left Shining so that he can concentrate on his studies. He has been a great asset to the band during his time with us, and a good companion, and we wish him well for the future.
A new bass player has already been chosen, and we will be announcing more about this shortly."
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
Gravdal - Shining Vocalist To Make Guest Appearance On New Album
Shining vocalist Niklas "Kvarforth" Olsson has recorded vocals for a track on the forthcoming Torturmantra album from Norwegian Black Metallers Gravdal. The track, "Mishandlet", was recorded in Sweden at the Erebus Odora studios and produced by Peter Bjärgö. Torturmantra, is due for release on Unexploded Records in early 2010, and will be the second full-length album from Gravdal, whose debut album Sadist was released in 2008.
According to the band, Torturmantra will be a huge step forward in Gravdal's development: "You will still be able to find the madness that was apparent on Sadist but our song writing skills have developed considerably since we produced that album, and our new material has much more depth and variety to it, both in sound and concept. Kvarforth's handling of the vocals on the "Mishandlet" track caught us completely by surprise. It's a very different song for us, more along the lines of a Black Metal "ballad", and his whole approach to it, and his delivery, is amazing. The track deals with abuse, and he conjures up a terrifying atmosphere of pain and suffering".
Torturmantra is produced by Enslaved's Herbrand Larsen, and recorded by Larsen, Bjørnar E. Nilsen (Vulture Industries, Black Hole Generator) and Arve Isdal (Enslaved, Audrey Horne) at their Conclave and Earshot Studios in Bergen.
Gravdal are touring Europe in April, supporting Gorgoroth and Keep Of Kalessin.
More information about Gravdal can be found at http://www.myspace.com/gravdal.
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According to the band, Torturmantra will be a huge step forward in Gravdal's development: "You will still be able to find the madness that was apparent on Sadist but our song writing skills have developed considerably since we produced that album, and our new material has much more depth and variety to it, both in sound and concept. Kvarforth's handling of the vocals on the "Mishandlet" track caught us completely by surprise. It's a very different song for us, more along the lines of a Black Metal "ballad", and his whole approach to it, and his delivery, is amazing. The track deals with abuse, and he conjures up a terrifying atmosphere of pain and suffering".
Torturmantra is produced by Enslaved's Herbrand Larsen, and recorded by Larsen, Bjørnar E. Nilsen (Vulture Industries, Black Hole Generator) and Arve Isdal (Enslaved, Audrey Horne) at their Conclave and Earshot Studios in Bergen.
Gravdal are touring Europe in April, supporting Gorgoroth and Keep Of Kalessin.
More information about Gravdal can be found at http://www.myspace.com/gravdal.
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
Shining - European Tour Dates
Official press release
We are pleased to announce that with immediate effect Germany's Blast Corpse Promotions will handle all live bookings for the European region. We feel confident that we can now leave all this side of things in the capable hands of Blast Corpse Promotions's Mike Heinemann, and very much look forward to working with him.
Anyone wanting to book Shining should contact Mike directly mike bcp-agency com. Any requests regarding European bookings that come to the band page or to Patricia's page, will be passed onto Mike, therefore please feel free to bypass us so that your enquiry can be dealt with more quickly.
A short headlining tour in March has already been booked, dates as follows:
Mar. 05 - Oberhausen, Germany - Helvete
Mar. 06 - Erfurth, Germany - From Hell
Mar. 07 - Rotterdam, The Netherlands - Baroeg
Mar. 08 - Vosselaar, Belgium - Biebob
Mar. 09 - Strasbourg, France - La Laiterie
Mar. 11 - Munich, Germany - Metropolis
Mar. 12 - Annaberg-Bucholz, Germany - Gleis
Mar. 13 - Berlin, Germany - K17
Mar. 14 - Zurich, Switzerland - Dynamo
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We are pleased to announce that with immediate effect Germany's Blast Corpse Promotions will handle all live bookings for the European region. We feel confident that we can now leave all this side of things in the capable hands of Blast Corpse Promotions's Mike Heinemann, and very much look forward to working with him.
Anyone wanting to book Shining should contact Mike directly mike bcp-agency com. Any requests regarding European bookings that come to the band page or to Patricia's page, will be passed onto Mike, therefore please feel free to bypass us so that your enquiry can be dealt with more quickly.
A short headlining tour in March has already been booked, dates as follows:
Mar. 05 - Oberhausen, Germany - Helvete
Mar. 06 - Erfurth, Germany - From Hell
Mar. 07 - Rotterdam, The Netherlands - Baroeg
Mar. 08 - Vosselaar, Belgium - Biebob
Mar. 09 - Strasbourg, France - La Laiterie
Mar. 11 - Munich, Germany - Metropolis
Mar. 12 - Annaberg-Bucholz, Germany - Gleis
Mar. 13 - Berlin, Germany - K17
Mar. 14 - Zurich, Switzerland - Dynamo
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
| Event: | Shining: European Tour |
Shining - Drop Off Behemoth's Evangelia Amerika Tour
Swedish extreme metallers Shining have dropped off the upcoming "Evangelia Amerika" tour alongside Behemoth and Septicflesh, due to work visa issues. Lightning Swords Of Death, who had previously been added to three of the tour dates, will now be taking Shining's place for the duration of the tour.
Lightning Swords Of Death vocalist, Autarch, comments on the Behemoth dates: "Regarding our dates with Behemoth, attendees can expect to find themselves victim to the horror of true and agonizing ritual abuse. All of the bands on this lineup exemplify the epitome of their collective genres' strengths and will be a dark and impressive sight to behold."
Lightning Swords Of Death's Metal Blade Records debut album will rear its head sometime during the spring of 2010. In anticipation of this album's release, the band will be touring the western and southern US during March of 2010 with Kreator, Kataklysm, Evile and Lazarus A.D..
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Lightning Swords Of Death vocalist, Autarch, comments on the Behemoth dates: "Regarding our dates with Behemoth, attendees can expect to find themselves victim to the horror of true and agonizing ritual abuse. All of the bands on this lineup exemplify the epitome of their collective genres' strengths and will be a dark and impressive sight to behold."
Lightning Swords Of Death's Metal Blade Records debut album will rear its head sometime during the spring of 2010. In anticipation of this album's release, the band will be touring the western and southern US during March of 2010 with Kreator, Kataklysm, Evile and Lazarus A.D..
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
| Event: | Behemoth: Evangelia Amerika Tour |
Shining - Reveal New Album Details
Shining posted the following blog on Facebook:
"Swedish Extreme Metallers Shining have completed work on their seventh album and have today revealed details and cover art. Scheduled for release on Indie Recordings in March/April 2010, the 6-track album will have the title "Shining VII - Född Förlorare" (Born Loser). Track listing as follows:
1. Förtvivlan, Min Arvedel
2. Tiden Läker Inga Sår
3. Människa O'Avskyvärda Människa
4. Tillsammans Är Vi Allt
5. I Nattens Timma
6. FFF
According to founder and frontman Niklas Kvarforth (also of Skitliv), with "Född Förlorare" Shining will "take a deep dive into the darkest of all musical genres you could imagine". Making guest appearances on the album are Erik Danielsson (Watain), Peter Bjärgo (Arcana) and Nordman. (Cover art can be found here.)
Shining is due to tour Europe with Satyricon in December and confirmed that they will be appearing at the Metalfest Open Air Festivals in Germany, Austria and Switzerland in May 2010. The band is currently waiting for the work permit and visa approvals that will enable them to join the US tour with Behemoth in January and will announce dates as soon as approvals have been confirmed."
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"Swedish Extreme Metallers Shining have completed work on their seventh album and have today revealed details and cover art. Scheduled for release on Indie Recordings in March/April 2010, the 6-track album will have the title "Shining VII - Född Förlorare" (Born Loser). Track listing as follows:
1. Förtvivlan, Min Arvedel
2. Tiden Läker Inga Sår
3. Människa O'Avskyvärda Människa
4. Tillsammans Är Vi Allt
5. I Nattens Timma
6. FFF
According to founder and frontman Niklas Kvarforth (also of Skitliv), with "Född Förlorare" Shining will "take a deep dive into the darkest of all musical genres you could imagine". Making guest appearances on the album are Erik Danielsson (Watain), Peter Bjärgo (Arcana) and Nordman. (Cover art can be found here.)
Shining is due to tour Europe with Satyricon in December and confirmed that they will be appearing at the Metalfest Open Air Festivals in Germany, Austria and Switzerland in May 2010. The band is currently waiting for the work permit and visa approvals that will enable them to join the US tour with Behemoth in January and will announce dates as soon as approvals have been confirmed."
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| Source: | facebook.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
Shining - Supporting Satyricon, Negură Bunget, Dark Fortress On European Tour
Swedish extreme metallers Shining have been confirmed to support Satyricon on the upcoming European Tour. The 17-date tour, set to start on the 2nd December, also includes Negură Bunget and Dark Fortress.
Referring to the recent cancellation of Shining's European tour, front man Niklas Kvarforth said: "We are all too aware of the fact that a lot of fans were disappointed by the actions of the Metal Maniacs Agency, which forced us to cancel the tour, but hopefully the tour with Satyricon will go some way towards making up for it. We are also looking at a lot of possibilities for next year at the moment, so be prepared for Shining and 2010".
Dates so far confirmed for the Satyricon + Shining + Negură Bunget + Dark Fortress tour as follows:
Dec. 02 - Hof Ter Lo - Antwerp, Belgium
Dec. 03 - TBA
Dec. 04 - Trabendo - Paris, France
Dec. 05 - Turock - Essen, Germany
Dec. 06 - Z7 - Pratteln, Switzerland
Dec. 07 - Backstage - Munich, Germany
Dec. 08 - Estragon - Bologna, Italy
Dec. 10 - Szene - Vienna, Austria
Dec. 11 - (venue TBA) - Bratislava, Slovakia
Dec. 12 - Folimanka - Prague, Czech Republic
Dec. 13 - Studio Club - Krakow, Poland
Dec. 15 - Train - Ahus, Denmark
Dec. 16 - Markthalle - Hamburg, Germany
Dec. 17 - Batschkapp - Frankfurt, Germany
Dec. 18 - Alte Spinerei - Glauchau, Germany
Dec. 19 - Effenaar - Eindhoven, Netherlands
Dec. 20 - O2 - Islington Academy, London, UK
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Referring to the recent cancellation of Shining's European tour, front man Niklas Kvarforth said: "We are all too aware of the fact that a lot of fans were disappointed by the actions of the Metal Maniacs Agency, which forced us to cancel the tour, but hopefully the tour with Satyricon will go some way towards making up for it. We are also looking at a lot of possibilities for next year at the moment, so be prepared for Shining and 2010".
Dates so far confirmed for the Satyricon + Shining + Negură Bunget + Dark Fortress tour as follows:
Dec. 02 - Hof Ter Lo - Antwerp, Belgium
Dec. 03 - TBA
Dec. 04 - Trabendo - Paris, France
Dec. 05 - Turock - Essen, Germany
Dec. 06 - Z7 - Pratteln, Switzerland
Dec. 07 - Backstage - Munich, Germany
Dec. 08 - Estragon - Bologna, Italy
Dec. 10 - Szene - Vienna, Austria
Dec. 11 - (venue TBA) - Bratislava, Slovakia
Dec. 12 - Folimanka - Prague, Czech Republic
Dec. 13 - Studio Club - Krakow, Poland
Dec. 15 - Train - Ahus, Denmark
Dec. 16 - Markthalle - Hamburg, Germany
Dec. 17 - Batschkapp - Frankfurt, Germany
Dec. 18 - Alte Spinerei - Glauchau, Germany
Dec. 19 - Effenaar - Eindhoven, Netherlands
Dec. 20 - O2 - Islington Academy, London, UK
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |
| Event: | Satyricon + Shining + Dark Fortress |
Shining - Sign With Indie Recordings
Shining has inked a deal with Norwegian label Indie Recordings, that includes the release of two full-length albums, and the release of the first ever official DVD from the band.
Commenting on the new signing Shining's front man and creator Niklas "Kvarforth" Olsson, said "Shining has reached a stage now where we have a considerable following, that is growing rapidly all the time, and I believe we have reached a new maturity with our music, expanding beyond what people expect from us, and we expect to go even further. It was, therefore, time to notch things up in respect of labels. We liked what Indie have been doing for their other bands, and we felt that Shining would be comfortable in a relationship with them".
Commenting on the new signing Shining's front man and creator Niklas "Kvarforth" Olsson, said "Shining has reached a stage now where we have a considerable following, that is growing rapidly all the time, and I believe we have reached a new maturity with our music, expanding beyond what people expect from us, and we expect to go even further. It was, therefore, time to notch things up in respect of labels. We liked what Indie have been doing for their other bands, and we felt that Shining would be comfortable in a relationship with them".
| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Shining |