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| 31.12.2011 | › | Chimaira - Recruit New Bassist Jeremy Creamer And Guitarist Matt Szlachta |
| 10.11.2011 | › | Chimaira - Guitarists Quit The Band |
| 22.09.2011 | › | Chimaira - US Tour With Unearth, Skeletonwitch |
| 23.08.2011 | › | Chimaira - UK & European Tour |
| 20.08.2011 | › | Chimaira - US Headlining Tour Dates |
| 15.08.2011 | › | Chimaira - New Album Streaming Online |
| 12.08.2011 | › | Chimaira - New Video Online |
| 03.08.2011 | › | Seraphim - Former Vocalist Passed Away |
| 19.06.2011 | › | Chimaira - Two New Songs Online |
| 17.06.2011 | › | Chimaira - Sign To Long Branch Records |
| 15.04.2011 | › | Chimaira - New Line-Up Unveiled |
| 30.03.2011 | › | HIM - Part Ways With Label |
| 28.03.2011 | › | Six Feet Under - Tap Chimaira Bassist For Euro Tour |
| 27.02.2011 | › | Six Feet Under - Chimaira Guitarist Joins Ranks |
| 22.11.2010 | › | Chimaira - Bassist Leaves The Band |
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Chimaira - Recruit New Bassist Jeremy Creamer And Guitarist Matt Szlachta
US metallers Chimaira have announced that bassist Jeremy Creamer and guitarist Matt Szlachta have now joined the band.
The band posted the following on their official website: "We are proud to announce the addition of Matt Szlachta and Jeremy Creamer to Chimaira. The plan was to build an undeniable string section and we have done just that. Jeremy will be pounding on the bass, and Matt shredding alongside Emil on guitar."
The band posted the following on their official website: "We are proud to announce the addition of Matt Szlachta and Jeremy Creamer to Chimaira. The plan was to build an undeniable string section and we have done just that. Jeremy will be pounding on the bass, and Matt shredding alongside Emil on guitar."
| Source: | chimaira.com |
| Band profile: | Chimaira |
Chimaira - Guitarists Quit The Band
Vocalist Mark Hunter of US metallers Chimaira has issued the following statement on the band's website:
"I would like to start off by thanking our fans for a great tour. This last run was a blast, and truly the most fun we've had in a long while. The energy from the audience was exactly what we needed, and a welcoming return. Thank you guys!
Unfortunately, as much fun as we were having, behind the scenes we were aware of some unfortunate realities that prevented us from "living the dream" and having the time of our lives. We had another bomb to drop on the fans.
Early in July we were informed that Rob Arnold and Matt DeVries would be leaving Chimaira at the end of 2011. Of course this was a huge blow, but there were no hard feelings. We understand that life invades art, everything runs its course, and we have to take different paths. We respect their decision and wish them only the best. We made heavy metal history together and that is all that matters at the end of the day. Chimaira Christmas 12 will be their last show, and we've been preparing to make it one that you'll never forget.
I would personally like to thank Rob and Matt for all of their hard work, years of service to Chimaira, amazing songs, and for their friendship. Together we built something special that will remain for generations to come. I'm looking forward to spending another 5 weeks on the road with two of the best (and criminally underrated) guitarists in modern metal.
What's next for Chimaira in 2012? More on that very soon. Rather than try and make light of unpleasant news, or downplay this by hyping up a new line-up, let's take a few to honor Rob and Matt. My favorite solo of Rob's is on "The Heart Of It All" and my favorite riff of Matt's is "The Dehumanizing Process". I'll be cranking those today. What about you? See you in Detroit."
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"I would like to start off by thanking our fans for a great tour. This last run was a blast, and truly the most fun we've had in a long while. The energy from the audience was exactly what we needed, and a welcoming return. Thank you guys!
Unfortunately, as much fun as we were having, behind the scenes we were aware of some unfortunate realities that prevented us from "living the dream" and having the time of our lives. We had another bomb to drop on the fans.
Early in July we were informed that Rob Arnold and Matt DeVries would be leaving Chimaira at the end of 2011. Of course this was a huge blow, but there were no hard feelings. We understand that life invades art, everything runs its course, and we have to take different paths. We respect their decision and wish them only the best. We made heavy metal history together and that is all that matters at the end of the day. Chimaira Christmas 12 will be their last show, and we've been preparing to make it one that you'll never forget.
I would personally like to thank Rob and Matt for all of their hard work, years of service to Chimaira, amazing songs, and for their friendship. Together we built something special that will remain for generations to come. I'm looking forward to spending another 5 weeks on the road with two of the best (and criminally underrated) guitarists in modern metal.
What's next for Chimaira in 2012? More on that very soon. Rather than try and make light of unpleasant news, or downplay this by hyping up a new line-up, let's take a few to honor Rob and Matt. My favorite solo of Rob's is on "The Heart Of It All" and my favorite riff of Matt's is "The Dehumanizing Process". I'll be cranking those today. What about you? See you in Detroit."
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| Source: | chimaira.com |
| Band profile: | Chimaira |
Chimaira - US Tour With Unearth, Skeletonwitch
US grooving thrash metallers Chimaira will be heading out on the road for a round of dates with US metalcore act Unearth this fall on The Jägermeister Presents Tour. The tour will begin October 10th in Kent, Ohio.
Support on the trek will come from US blackened thrashers Skeletonwitch and US deathcore act Molotov Solution.
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Support on the trek will come from US blackened thrashers Skeletonwitch and US deathcore act Molotov Solution.
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| Source: | chimaira.com |
| Band profile: | Chimaira |
| Event: | The Jägermeister Presents: Chimaira + Unearth |
Chimaira - UK & European Tour
US groove thrashers Chimaira will embark on tour in the UK and parts of Europe, taking off in early March next year.
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| Source: | chimaira.com |
| Band profile: | Chimaira |
| Event: | Chimaira: UK & Euro Tour |
Chimaira - US Headlining Tour Dates
Cleveland metallers Chimaira will embark on a first leg of US The Age Of Hell Tour this fall. Support on the road will come from Revocation, Rise To Remain and Impedning Doom.
The band will be doing a second leg in the US in November/December. This will be followed by Australia, Europe and the UK next February through April.
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The band will be doing a second leg in the US in November/December. This will be followed by Australia, Europe and the UK next February through April.
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| Source: | chimaira.com |
| Band profile: | Chimaira |
| Event: | Chimaira: The Age Of Hell Tour - First US Leg |
Chimaira - New Album Streaming Online
The Age Of Hell, the brand-new upcoming album by US groove thrashers Chimaira can now be streamed in its entirety over at AOL Music.
The Age Of Hell is set to be released on August 16th in North America, on August 26th in Germany and on August 29th in Australia and the rest of Europe through Long Branch Records.
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The Age Of Hell is set to be released on August 16th in North America, on August 26th in Germany and on August 29th in Australia and the rest of Europe through Long Branch Records.
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| Source: | music.aol.com |
| Band profile: | Chimaira |
Chimaira - New Video Online
"Year Of The Snake", the brand new video from US metallers Chimaira can now be watched below.
The video was directed by Todd Bell.
"Year Of The Snake" comes off the band's new upcoming album The Age Of Hell, which is scheduled for release on August 16th in North America via eOne Music, on August 26th in Germany and in the United Kingdom, Australia and the rest of Europe on August 29th through Long Branch Records.
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The video was directed by Todd Bell.
"Year Of The Snake" comes off the band's new upcoming album The Age Of Hell, which is scheduled for release on August 16th in North America via eOne Music, on August 26th in Germany and in the United Kingdom, Australia and the rest of Europe on August 29th through Long Branch Records.
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| Source: | youtube.com |
| Band profile: | Chimaira |
Seraphim - Former Vocalist Passed Away
Pay Lee - vocalist of Taiwanese power metal band Seraphim between 2001 and 2004 - has passed away last weekend. She did not wake up from the narcosis of a minor heart surgery.
Comments the band: "Pay worked with Seraphim on three albums, from the beginning when the band formed, till the 3rd conceptual album Ai, she really did a great job and contributed her soul to the band!
We thank you for your amazing voice and your wonderful life goals! R.I.P. our best friend! You will always be on our mind and we won't forget you!"
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Comments the band: "Pay worked with Seraphim on three albums, from the beginning when the band formed, till the 3rd conceptual album Ai, she really did a great job and contributed her soul to the band!
We thank you for your amazing voice and your wonderful life goals! R.I.P. our best friend! You will always be on our mind and we won't forget you!"
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| Source: | seraphim-metal.com |
| Band profile: | Seraphim |
Chimaira - Two New Songs Online
"Born In Blood", a brand-new track from US groove thrashers Chimaira can be streamed in the YouTube clip below for the time being.
Another new track, called "Trigger Finger", is also streaming at YouTube.
"Born In Blood" and "Trigger Finger" come off the band's upcoming new album, entitled The Age Of Hell, which will be released on August 16th in North America, On August 26th in Germany and on August 29th in Australia and the rest of Europe through Long Branch Records.
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Another new track, called "Trigger Finger", is also streaming at YouTube.
"Born In Blood" and "Trigger Finger" come off the band's upcoming new album, entitled The Age Of Hell, which will be released on August 16th in North America, On August 26th in Germany and on August 29th in Australia and the rest of Europe through Long Branch Records.
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| Source: | youtube.com |
| Band profile: | Chimaira |
Chimaira - Sign To Long Branch Records
Chimaira have inked a deal with Long Branch Records for the European and Australian territories. The band's new album, entitled The Age of Hell, will be released August 26 in Germany and August 29 in the United Kingdom, Australia and the rest of Europe. The CD will be made available in North America on August 16 via eOne Music.
Long Branch Records is a new SPV label imprint created by industry veteran Maria Ouellette. Chimaira is the first of many acts to sign to Long Branch Records, therefore becoming a cornerstone in the label's quest to build a home for today's best in new and established rock and metal groundbreakers.
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Long Branch Records is a new SPV label imprint created by industry veteran Maria Ouellette. Chimaira is the first of many acts to sign to Long Branch Records, therefore becoming a cornerstone in the label's quest to build a home for today's best in new and established rock and metal groundbreakers.
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| Source: | roadrunnerrecords.com |
| Band profile: | Chimaira |
Chimaira - New Line-Up Unveiled
Chimaira have revealed their new line-up following the recent departures of drummer Andols Herrick and keyboardist/programmer Chris Spicuzza.
Dååth vocalist Sean Zatorsky will fill in on keyboards, while Bleed The Sky drummer Austin D'Amond will sit behind the kit for all of Chimaira's upcoming shows. Drum tracks on the band's recently completed new album however were laid down by the CD's producer, Ben Schigel (who has previously worked with Drowning Pool and Walls Of Jericho).
Dååth guitarist Emil Werstler was already filling in on bass since Jim LaMarca's departure last November.
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Dååth vocalist Sean Zatorsky will fill in on keyboards, while Bleed The Sky drummer Austin D'Amond will sit behind the kit for all of Chimaira's upcoming shows. Drum tracks on the band's recently completed new album however were laid down by the CD's producer, Ben Schigel (who has previously worked with Drowning Pool and Walls Of Jericho).
Dååth guitarist Emil Werstler was already filling in on bass since Jim LaMarca's departure last November.
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| Source: | roadrunnerrecords.com |
| Band profile: | Chimaira |
HIM - Part Ways With Label
After 6 years and three albums, Finnish rock band HIM and Sire/Warner Music have decided to part ways.
Seymour Stein, founder of Sire Records says: "It was a pleasure working with HIM, and we're very proud to have been their partners for the last six years. Ville is a rare talent, and my relationship with their manager Seppo dates back to the days when he pioneered rock music in Finland looking after the career of Hanoi Rocks. HIM are particularly important because they are the first and only band from Finland to reach Gold status in America. I, along with the entire Sire/Warner Bros. family, wish them continued success in the future."
HIM's discography on Sire includes the 2005 album Dark Light, which reached gold in the US. Follow-up albums Venus Doom (2007) and Screamworks: Love in Theory and Practice (2010) charted both in the US and Europe.
"We're ever so grateful for having had Seymour and Co as the generous hosts on our extended first stay in the New Country. It's been a Blast Royale but now it's time to clean up the rubble and start anew", comments Ville Valo of HIM.
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Seymour Stein, founder of Sire Records says: "It was a pleasure working with HIM, and we're very proud to have been their partners for the last six years. Ville is a rare talent, and my relationship with their manager Seppo dates back to the days when he pioneered rock music in Finland looking after the career of Hanoi Rocks. HIM are particularly important because they are the first and only band from Finland to reach Gold status in America. I, along with the entire Sire/Warner Bros. family, wish them continued success in the future."
HIM's discography on Sire includes the 2005 album Dark Light, which reached gold in the US. Follow-up albums Venus Doom (2007) and Screamworks: Love in Theory and Practice (2010) charted both in the US and Europe.
"We're ever so grateful for having had Seymour and Co as the generous hosts on our extended first stay in the New Country. It's been a Blast Royale but now it's time to clean up the rubble and start anew", comments Ville Valo of HIM.
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| Source: | heartagram.com |
| Band profile: | HIM |
Six Feet Under - Tap Chimaira Bassist For Euro Tour
Six Feet Under have recruited Chimaira guitarist Matt DeVries to play bass on their upcoming European tour.
Six Feet Under's current line-up now includes guitarist Rob Arnold (Chimaira) and drummer Kevin Talley (Dååth, ex-Chimaira, ex-Misery Index), alongside vocalist Chris Barnes and guitarist Steve Swanson.
Original bassist Terry Butler and longtime drummer Greg Gall announced their departures from Six Feet Under in January. Butler has since joined Obituary as a permanent member.
Six Feet Chimaira have scheduled the following European live shows:
April 01 - Bischofswerda, Germany - East Club
April 02 - Glauchau, Germany - Alte Spinnerei
April 03 - Vosselaar, Belgium - Biebob
April 04 - Köln, Germany - Werkstatt
April 05 - München, Germany - Backstage
April 06 - Ljubljana, Slovenia - Menza Pri Koritu
April 07 - Graz, Austria - Explosiv
April 08 - Aigen, Austria - Kikas
April 09 - Berlin, Germany - K17
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Six Feet Under's current line-up now includes guitarist Rob Arnold (Chimaira) and drummer Kevin Talley (Dååth, ex-Chimaira, ex-Misery Index), alongside vocalist Chris Barnes and guitarist Steve Swanson.
Original bassist Terry Butler and longtime drummer Greg Gall announced their departures from Six Feet Under in January. Butler has since joined Obituary as a permanent member.
Six Feet Chimaira have scheduled the following European live shows:
April 01 - Bischofswerda, Germany - East Club
April 02 - Glauchau, Germany - Alte Spinnerei
April 03 - Vosselaar, Belgium - Biebob
April 04 - Köln, Germany - Werkstatt
April 05 - München, Germany - Backstage
April 06 - Ljubljana, Slovenia - Menza Pri Koritu
April 07 - Graz, Austria - Explosiv
April 08 - Aigen, Austria - Kikas
April 09 - Berlin, Germany - K17
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| Source: | sfu420.com |
| Band profile: | Six Feet Under |
Six Feet Under - Chimaira Guitarist Joins Ranks
Chimaira lead guitarist Rob Arnold has officially joined Six Feet Under.
Six Feet Under previously recruited Dååth drummer Kevin Talley, after the spontaneous departure of longtime drummer Greg Gall and bassist Terry Butler earlier this month.
The band released the following statement: "Just wanted to give you a Six Feet Under band update and let you all know that we would like to announce our good friend Rob Arnold will be joining SFU as 2nd rhythm guitarist for up coming touring duties, as well as collaborating on the new CD."
Commented Chris Barnes: "I couldn't be happier about the new songs and line-up! Rob and myself have been collaborating on new songs along with the bands new drummer, Kevin Talley for the past few months. We are all feeling really excited about the bands future, and the raw intensity of the songs that we have created together so far. THIS IS THE HEAVIEST MOST EXCITING MATERIAL THAT I'VE WORKED ON SINCE THE BLEEDING, AND I'M STOKED THAT ROB WILL BE HELPING OUT CREATING THIS CD WITH US! We've all known each other for a while and we're really looking forward to continue writing the new cd and future tours. We are committed to taking Six Feet Under to the next level of brutality!"
Commented Rob Arnold: "It's been an amazing honor and opportunity to have been called upon by one of my biggest idols, Chris Barnes! Six Feet Under and the Barnes era Cannibal Corpse stuff had enormous effects on me as a young musician, and still do to this day. In 1996, I was a kid in the front row screaming my head off to "Lycanthropy" and "Torn to the Bone"... And now here I am, being asked to play the songs on stage with the band! Dreams do come true! And the stuff we've been writing absolutely RIPS! Watch out!"
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Six Feet Under previously recruited Dååth drummer Kevin Talley, after the spontaneous departure of longtime drummer Greg Gall and bassist Terry Butler earlier this month.
The band released the following statement: "Just wanted to give you a Six Feet Under band update and let you all know that we would like to announce our good friend Rob Arnold will be joining SFU as 2nd rhythm guitarist for up coming touring duties, as well as collaborating on the new CD."
Commented Chris Barnes: "I couldn't be happier about the new songs and line-up! Rob and myself have been collaborating on new songs along with the bands new drummer, Kevin Talley for the past few months. We are all feeling really excited about the bands future, and the raw intensity of the songs that we have created together so far. THIS IS THE HEAVIEST MOST EXCITING MATERIAL THAT I'VE WORKED ON SINCE THE BLEEDING, AND I'M STOKED THAT ROB WILL BE HELPING OUT CREATING THIS CD WITH US! We've all known each other for a while and we're really looking forward to continue writing the new cd and future tours. We are committed to taking Six Feet Under to the next level of brutality!"
Commented Rob Arnold: "It's been an amazing honor and opportunity to have been called upon by one of my biggest idols, Chris Barnes! Six Feet Under and the Barnes era Cannibal Corpse stuff had enormous effects on me as a young musician, and still do to this day. In 1996, I was a kid in the front row screaming my head off to "Lycanthropy" and "Torn to the Bone"... And now here I am, being asked to play the songs on stage with the band! Dreams do come true! And the stuff we've been writing absolutely RIPS! Watch out!"
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| Source: | sfu420.com |
| Band profile: | Six Feet Under |
Chimaira - Bassist Leaves The Band
Chimaira have parted ways with long-serving bassist Jim LaMarca. The message from the band reads as follows:
"After a decade of good times and achievements, our friend and band mate Jim LaMarca has decided to retire from Chimaira. We wish him nothing but the best as he settles in and starts a family. As for seeking a replacement... we'll cross that bridge down the line. In the meantime, consider it "business as usual" with the Chimaira you know and love."
Dååth guitarist Emil Werstler will be handling the bass duties in Chimaira for the rest of the year.
Chimaira will embark on a short headlining tour in late November with support from Impending Doom, Dååth and This Or The Apocalypse. Click on the event link below to get all the dates.
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"After a decade of good times and achievements, our friend and band mate Jim LaMarca has decided to retire from Chimaira. We wish him nothing but the best as he settles in and starts a family. As for seeking a replacement... we'll cross that bridge down the line. In the meantime, consider it "business as usual" with the Chimaira you know and love."
Dååth guitarist Emil Werstler will be handling the bass duties in Chimaira for the rest of the year.
Chimaira will embark on a short headlining tour in late November with support from Impending Doom, Dååth and This Or The Apocalypse. Click on the event link below to get all the dates.
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| Source: | chimaira.com |
| Band profile: | Chimaira |
| Event: | Blue Collar Brawler Tour 2010 |