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Melechesh - Prepare To Enter The Studio

Official press release

On April 10 Mesopotamian metal pioneers Melechesh will enter the studio to record their 5th and as of yet untitled album for a period of 4-5 weeks... In unprecedented move in Metal, the band has chosen to record the album in Istanbul in an attempt to capture the inspiring surroundings. Babajim Studios which opened their doors this week is run by some of the elite sound Engineers in Turkey. The album is set to be released in summer 2010 via Nuclear Blast Records.

Commented Ashmedi: "We have been looking for a place to record that can offer us an inspiring surrounding. We also decided to stay true to our spirits, to break the Mold (again) and also to defy the norm, hence we will record in Istanbul; you see the norm is to record westwards it is rather customary, we want to head eastwards. So, Istanbul seemed the best place since This is the city where the east and west meet, mesh, clash, blend, collide etc. and has been as such for milleniums. The music is definitely Melechesh and as always, this album has its own characteristic."

The band is now locked again in the rehearsing studio with Guitarist Moloch arriving to Amsterdam next week from Virginia, USA. The song writing is 90% complete.

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Source: nuclearblast.de
Band profile: Melechesh
Posted: 20.03.2010 by White Winter Sun | Comments (5)


Gwydion - New Song Online

The new single "Ofïussa (A Terra Das Serpentes)" from the new album Horn Triskelion by Portuguese folk metallers Gwydion is now available for streaming at this location. The album will be released on April 9.

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Gwydion
Posted: 19.03.2010 by ArtiA | Comments (0)


Visions Of Atlantis - Will Enter The Studio In May

Visions Of Atlantis have booked studio time in May. Here's the update from the band:

"Just wanted to inform you that the plans for the next months are clear now and that we'll enter the Dreamscape Studios right after our appearance at the Metalfest Austria on May 14th to finalize our fourth album, which will be released late autumn this year!

Parallel to that we'll also have the fotoshoot for our new official promotional pictures, which will be published of course before the new album, but more on that later. Also one more cool show right before releasing the album will be announced very soon when everything's fixed and confirmed with the local organizer, stay tuned for that as it will be a very special appearance just right before the rebirth of Visions Of Atlantis.

Stay tuned for a huge wave of information right after easter and a very very detailed studio-diary including pics, vids, blogs by the VoA-members and of course the information about the title of our new album and even more stuff... We're very excited and looking forward happily to the next 9 months and of course to the further and brighter future of VoA!"

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Source: myspace.com
Band profile: Visions Of Atlantis
Posted: 18.03.2010 by Dominus | Comments (0)


Power Quest - To Enter Studio In July

UK metallers Power Quest have issued the following update:

"Power Quest are pleased to announce that they will be returning to the recording studio on July 5th, 2010 to begin recording their 5th, as yet untitled, album. This will be their second offering for Napalm Records and will be the first to feature the new look Power Quest line up.

Recording will take place at Remaster Studio in Vicenza, Italy and will be produced by Nick Savio. This fantastic studio was where the majority of the Master of Illusion album was recorded. Band leader Steve Williams commented, "It's going to be great to be back in Italy and to be working with Nick again and I'm expecting to run into one or two very familiar faces during the recording process!"

Prior to this, the band will be demoing three new tracks for the record company at the end of March at Aubitt Studios in Southampton. The following songs are set for inclusion in the recordings: "Sacrifice", "Time To Burn" and "Rising Anew"."

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Source: power-quest.co.uk
Band profile: Power Quest
Posted: 01.03.2010 by SlaytallicA | Comments (9)


Audiovision - New Album Details

Official press release

Swedish melodic metallers Audiovision will release their second album, Focus, in Europe and North America on April 23 through Ulterium Records.

The album was produced and mixed by Erik Mårtensson and was mastered by Micke Lind (Dio, Candlemass, Talisman).

Focus is a high quality melodic metal release influenced by bands like Whitesnake, Dio, Rainbow, Europe, Gotthard and Stryper, and fans of the genre won't be dissapointed!

Focus cover art] tracklist:

01. Invitation
02. Keep The Fire Burning
03. We Are Not Alone
04. The Son Will Come
05. You Are The Reason
06. Fruit Of Love
07. We Will Go
08. I Will Belong To You
09. The Way
10. The Gate
11. Focus

The official release party for Focus will be held at The Cave Rock Club in Sundbyberg, Sweden on April 24th, together with the bands House Of Shakira and Mercury Fang.

Head over to the bands official MySpace profile to check out the entire opening track "Invitation" as well as some samples from the album.

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Posted: 23.02.2010 by White Winter Sun | Comments (0)


Corpus Christii - To Enter The Studio

Portuguese black metallers Corpus Christii will enter the studio in early March to record their 7th full-length album. The new, yet untitled, album will be recorded in Brussels at BlackOut Studios along Phorgaath (Enthroned) as producer.

The line-up will be the same - Nocturnus Horrendus and Menthor - as it was for the Rising album.

More updates to follow.

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Corpus Christii
Posted: 21.02.2010 by BudDa | Comments (4)


Avenged Sevenfold - Enter Studio With Drummer Mike Portnoy

In what seems to be the news of the week seeing the dazzling amount of news reports alone, none other than Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy will be stepping in to help out Avenged Sevenfold in the studio.

The word from the band reads as follows: "I want our fans to know that with Jimmy in our hearts, our journey to record has officially began. Jimmy helped leave this world an amazing gift and now it's our job to make sure to deliver that gift to our fans. We asked Jimmy's all time favorite drummer Mike Portnoy to record on behalf of him. Mike said it would be an honor and without question that's what Jim would have wanted. It's comforting to us that someone like Mike, who is undoubtedly revered as one of the best drummers in the world, held such respect and adoration for the Rev's abilities. Even though it will never be the same without our brother by our side, his essence lives in our hearts and through the music he helped create. He was a legend before any of the success or any of that bullshit and we are fucking excited to lay this down for our fans, and especially for Jimmy."

In reply, Mike Portnoy issued this statement: "Even under normal circumstances, I would've been happy to help the guys out in any way I could as I think Avenged Sevenfold are a great band... but under these incredibly sad and tragic circumstances, I must say I am truly honored to have been asked to play with them and I didn't even have to think twice about saying "yes."

These guys are a true family and it is an incredibly emotional experience to be here with them for the first time without their lost brother. But they have welcomed me into the family with open arms and there's a real excitement to make the record they had set out to make. I am treating my participation on this album with the utmost respect for Jimmy's memory and am remaining as true as possible to the drum parts that he wrote for the songs and the record he wanted to make. I want their fans to realize that I'm not trying to step into or fill The Rev's shoes... I'm just merely lacing 'em up for him!"

Let the consternation/whining/festivities/more whining begin.

Dane Train, ja-vi, and BudDa]

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Source: avengedsevenfold.com
Band profile: Avenged Sevenfold
Posted: 20.02.2010 by Unknown user | Comments (22)


Elvenking - Enter The Studio In March

Italian metallers Elvenking have issued the short following update on their MySpace blog:

"American/German top producer Dennis Ward (Angra, Pink Cream 69, Primal Fear) will produce Elvenking's new album.

The recordings will start on March 20th at Piranha studios in Karsdolf (Germany).

Mat Sinner (Primal Fear, Sinner) will also take the role of executive producer in the whole process.

A possible release date for the new album can be expected in September 2010."

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Elvenking
Posted: 10.02.2010 by White Winter Sun | Comments (10)


Blinded By Faith - Enter The Studio

Québec City, Quebec, Canada-based metallers Blinded By Faith have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:

"Good news! Blinded By Faith will soon enter the studio to record three new songs ("The Pace Of The Race", "Dead End" and "Drastic Medicine").

With this demo, the band will try to catch the attention of international labels that could push the band further.

During the process, the band will work with Antoine Baril (ex-Augury drummer), Yannick St-Amand (who recorded Despised Icon and Beneath The Massacre, just to name a few) and Pierre Rémillard (Anonymus, Misery Index, Martyr...). We will keep you updated!"

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Blinded By Faith
Posted: 01.02.2010 by White Winter Sun | Comments (1)


Tristania - Studio Update

Norwegian metallers Tristania have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:

"Dear friends and fans,

Drum recordings for the new album is about to be finalized. 11 songs completed, only one left.

Guitar and bass session is starting on Sunday. The result turns out to be great - we can't wait to release this baby!

Thanks for your support - it's highly appreciated!

More news will be posted soon..."

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Tristania
Posted: 29.01.2010 by White Winter Sun | Comments (12)


Gwydion - New Album Details, Video Teaser Online

Portuguese metallers Gwydion have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:

"Today, we have revealed the new cover artwork and tracklist for our upcoming CD Horn Triskelion, which is set to be released on April 9 via SMP/Trollzorn Records.

Horn Triskelion cover art] tracklist:

01. The Departure
02. Fara I Viking
03. From Hel To Asgard
04. Oflussa (A Terra Das Serpentes)
05. Mead Of Poetry
06. Triskelion Horde Is Nigh
07. Odhinn's Cult
08. At The Sumbel
09. Cold Tempered
10. The Terror OF The Northern
11. Six Trials To Become A Beerzerker

Next to this a brand new MySpace design has been uploaded based on the CD's artwork, including 1 sample from the new track "From Hel To Asgard".

And last but not least, the band has uploaded a videotrailer about Horn Triskelion: more music, more artwork, interviews with the band members...Make sure to check this here."

Horn Triskelion was recorded and produced by Fernando Matias in the Urban Insect Studios in Portugal, and mixed and mastered by Børge Finstad (who has worked together with bands as Arcturus, Mayhem, Borknagar, Enslaved, Ulver, Tristania, Ava Inferi, Theatre Of Tragedy, Vintersorg, Shining, Ásmegin among others) at Toproom Studios in Norway. The artwork was created by Jan Yrlund from Darkgrove Designs ( Týr, Korpiklaani, Stratovarius, Svartsot, Imperia, Sirenia among others).


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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Gwydion
Posted: 29.01.2010 by White Winter Sun | Comments (3)


Audiovision - Sign With Ulterium Records

Official press release

Ulterium Records are very proud to announce the signing of the Swedish melodic metal band Audiovision to the label. The band's new album Focus will be released later this spring, release dates and more information will be announced within the coming weeks.

The line-up of Audiovision:

Christian Liljegren (Divinefire, ex-Narnia): vocals
Simeon Liljegren (ex-Modest Attraction):- bass & vocals
Torbjörn Weinesjö (Veni Domine): guitars & vocals
Thomas Weinesjö (Veni Domine, Saviour Machine): drums
Olov Andersson (Grand Stand): keyboards & vocals

Audiovision are also just confirmed as opening act for Stryper on three of their European shows, the dates are as follows:

January 26th: Markthalle - Hamburg, Germany
January 27th: KB - Malmö, Sweden
January 28th: Trädgårn - Gothenburg, Sweden

The two up-coming singles from Focus; "Invitation" and "Keep the fire burning" will be performed for the very first time at these shows.

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Posted: 17.01.2010 by White Winter Sun | Comments (1)


Dio - Dio Diagnosed With Stomach Cancer, Update

Wendy Dio, the wife and manager of legendary heavy metal vocalist Ronnie James Dio (Dio, Heaven And Hell, Black Sabbath, Rainbow), has released the following statement:

"Ronnie has been diagnosed with the early stages of stomach cancer. We are starting treatment immediately at the Mayo Clinic. After he kills this dragon, Ronnie will be back on stage, where he belongs, doing what he loves best, performing for his fans.

Long live rock and roll, long live Ronnie James Dio. Thanks to all the friends and fans from all over the world that have sent well wishes. This has really helped to keep his spirit up."

Ronnie James Dio, 67, has performed with Elf, Rainbow, Black Sabbath, and his own band Dio. Other musical projects include the collective fundraiser "Hear 'n Aid". He is widely hailed as one of the most powerful singers in heavy metal, renowned for his consistently powerful voice and for popularizing the "devil's horns" hand gesture in metal culture. He is currently involved with Heaven And Hell, a project which also includes former Black Sabbath bandmates Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Vinny Appice. Their first studio album, The Devil You Know, was released on April 28, 2009.

Dio cancelled its European tour last week after Ronnie was taken ill. The band's lineup for the trek was supposed to include Whitesnake/ex-Dio axeman Doug Aldrich due to the fact that the group's regular guitarist, Craig Goldy, had prior touring commitments with Budgie in Australia.

UPDATED on 11.12.2009

Here is an update from Wendy Dio on Ronnie's battle with stomach cancer:

"Well, it has been a very exhausting month - after all the neverending tests in Los Angeles, we flew to the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota, and as soon as we arrived, we got a call from the MD Anderson Hospital that they had an appointment for us with the doctor we originally wanted, so we then flew to Houston to the clinic, and of course MORE tests, but Ronnie finished receiving his first chemo treatment on Wednesday, and all is going very well.

I would like to thank Tony Martell from the T.J. Martell Foundation, Dr. Stuart Aaronson from Mount Sinai, Lindsay Brown and Mike Carden from Eagle Records, and our very own Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, for all your help in getting us into MD Anderson, and also our friends Geezer and Gloria Butler, who flew to Houston to be with Ronnie while he had his chemo.

Ronnie and I are totally overwhelmed by the amount of well wishes that we have received from friends and fans - we are reading them all. Some make us laugh, some make us cry, but all of them are so filled with love that it gives us so much support and makes Ronnie even more determined to fight this battle and win. Thank you all for the positive energy and prayers."

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Source: ronniejamesdio.com
Band profile: Dio
Posted: 15.01.2010 by Jeff | Comments (109)


Sonic Syndicate - Enter The Studio, Russian Mini-Tour In April

Sonic Syndicate are all set to enter the studio to "make their new monster", as the band delicately put it. The Swedish metallers will be recording the new album with producer Toby Wright. The new Sonic Syndicate monster is eagerly anticipating an April 2010 release, but in the meantime you can follow the band's studio endeavors on their blog, available at this location.

In other news, Sonic Syndicate have confirmed some Russian tour dates for April 2010. The band will be heading east starting off in Tallinn, Estonia on April 1st continuing into the Russian Federation for an extensive 10 show tour.

Shows that have been confirmed so far are:

April 1- Tallinn @ Rock Cafe
April 2 - Saint Petersburg @ Orlandina
April 3 - Ekaterinburg @ Tele Club
April 4 - Perm @ Black and White
April 5 - Chelyabinsk @ Garage Underground

More shows and info will be posted in the upcoming weeks. The band is also planning a world wide assault in 2010 which will include the United States, Japan, Australia, Europe and more.

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Source: mngmusic.net
Band profile: Sonic Syndicate
Event: Sonic Syndicate
Posted: 13.01.2010 by BudDa | Comments (1)


Fleshgod Apocalypse - Enter The Studio This Week To Record New EP

Fleshgod Apocalypse are going to hit "16th Cellar Studios" this week to record their new EP called Mafia.

Bassist Paolo Rossi states: "We can't wait to spread this new material around, these new songs sond more epic than ever, faster and violent as well; so get ready for a new blast of classical insanity! Moreover, that's the first effort of the new line up and we're very excited about that."

Recording line-up will be:

Tommaso Riccardi - Lead Vocals, Guitars
Paolo Rossi (ex-Tyrannic Ethical Reconstruction) - Vocals, Bass
Cristiano Trionfera - Vocals, Guitars
Francesco Paoli (Hour Of Penance, ex-Tyrannic Ethical Reconstruction) - Drums, Guitars and Vocals
Francesco Ferrini - Piano

Stay tuned, and keep looking at http://www.myspace.com/fleshgodapocalypse for further news.

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Fleshgod Apocalypse
Posted: 11.01.2010 by Thryce | Comments (4)