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Beneath The Massacre - New EP Title And Release Date Revealed
Prosthetic Records press release
Technical death metal act, Beneath The Massacre, have announced Marée Noire, as the title of their forthcoming EP which will be released in North America on September 14th. The effort was co- produced by Chris Donaldson, known for his work with Cryptopsy, with guitarist Chris Bradley and the band. It was mixed by Donaldson and mastered by Alan Douches (Hatebreed, Shadows Fall, Converge).
Bradley commented on the release: "Marée Noire was written using a different approach than the preceding release. We wouldn't start the writing process from the same point. Some songs were more structured by melodies while others all started from drums pattern. I think it makes the songs stand out a little more."
Vocalist Elliot Desgagnes added: "The tones are a little rawer and it helped a lot that Donaldson and Bradley already worked together in the past. We were all on the same page and everything went well in studio. I really like the EP format. It's easier lyrically to make connections between the songs and follow a thought pattern. We named the EP Marée Noire, "Black Tide", in English, because I was writing lyrics on Absurdism, self fulfilled prophecy and corporations raping everything, when BP started to shit in the Gulf of Mexico."
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Technical death metal act, Beneath The Massacre, have announced Marée Noire, as the title of their forthcoming EP which will be released in North America on September 14th. The effort was co- produced by Chris Donaldson, known for his work with Cryptopsy, with guitarist Chris Bradley and the band. It was mixed by Donaldson and mastered by Alan Douches (Hatebreed, Shadows Fall, Converge).
Bradley commented on the release: "Marée Noire was written using a different approach than the preceding release. We wouldn't start the writing process from the same point. Some songs were more structured by melodies while others all started from drums pattern. I think it makes the songs stand out a little more."
Vocalist Elliot Desgagnes added: "The tones are a little rawer and it helped a lot that Donaldson and Bradley already worked together in the past. We were all on the same page and everything went well in studio. I really like the EP format. It's easier lyrically to make connections between the songs and follow a thought pattern. We named the EP Marée Noire, "Black Tide", in English, because I was writing lyrics on Absurdism, self fulfilled prophecy and corporations raping everything, when BP started to shit in the Gulf of Mexico."
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| Source: | prostheticrecords.com |
| Band profile: | Beneath The Massacre |
Darzamat - Sign With Massacre Records
Polish metal band Darzamat have posted the following statement about their new label signing with Massacre Records:
One of the most important Polish dark metal band Darzamat has inked a worldwide deal with German Massacre Records. The label is known for working with such bands as King Diamond, Atrocity, Crematory, Darkane, Legion of the Damned, Solitude Aeturnus, Theatre of Tragedy, Das Ich and Disbelief. The group's fifth album "Solfernus' Path", is scheduled for release on August 28 (In Japan album will be released by Spiritual Beast).
Commented Flauros, vocalist of the band: "We are more then happy to announce that we have signed a new record deal at Massacre Records. We hope that thanks to the experience of the Massacre Records crew our music will have a chance to reach more people now. We are really looking forward to working with them and promoting the "Solfernus' Path". We are also extremely happy to enter the Asian market through Spiritual Beast.''
Darzamat has tapped Jonas Kljellgren (Scar Symmetry guitarist) of Black Lounge Studios in Avesta, Sweden to mix "Solfernus' Path". The new album was recorded in Poland under the supervision of Jaroslaw Toifl, with whom the band had previously worked on 2005's "Transkarpatia" (Metal Mind Productions in Europe, MVD in the USA). There are two great guests on the album: Andy La Rocque (guitar solo in "King of the Burning Anthems") and Roy Mayorga (opening intro).
The artwork for the new CD was created by MentalPorn.com Agency, which has previously worked with such bands as Death Stars and Behemoth.
One of the most important Polish dark metal band Darzamat has inked a worldwide deal with German Massacre Records. The label is known for working with such bands as King Diamond, Atrocity, Crematory, Darkane, Legion of the Damned, Solitude Aeturnus, Theatre of Tragedy, Das Ich and Disbelief. The group's fifth album "Solfernus' Path", is scheduled for release on August 28 (In Japan album will be released by Spiritual Beast).
Commented Flauros, vocalist of the band: "We are more then happy to announce that we have signed a new record deal at Massacre Records. We hope that thanks to the experience of the Massacre Records crew our music will have a chance to reach more people now. We are really looking forward to working with them and promoting the "Solfernus' Path". We are also extremely happy to enter the Asian market through Spiritual Beast.''
Darzamat has tapped Jonas Kljellgren (Scar Symmetry guitarist) of Black Lounge Studios in Avesta, Sweden to mix "Solfernus' Path". The new album was recorded in Poland under the supervision of Jaroslaw Toifl, with whom the band had previously worked on 2005's "Transkarpatia" (Metal Mind Productions in Europe, MVD in the USA). There are two great guests on the album: Andy La Rocque (guitar solo in "King of the Burning Anthems") and Roy Mayorga (opening intro).
The artwork for the new CD was created by MentalPorn.com Agency, which has previously worked with such bands as Death Stars and Behemoth.
| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Darzamat |
Bonded By Blood - European Massacre Tour Dates
US trashers Bonded By Blood have announced an European Massacre Tour 2009 together with Fueled By Fire and Suicidal Angels. Some of the unknown venues will be announced soon.
07 May 2009 - Leeds, UK @ Rios
08 May 2009 - Glasgow, UK @ Barfly
09 May 2009 - UK - TBA
10 May 2009 - London, UK @ Purple Turtle
11 May 2009 - UK - TBA
12 May 2009 - Nottingham @ Seven
13 May 2009 - Gent, Belgium @ The Frontline
14 May 2009 - The Netherlands - TBA
15 May 2009 - Arnhem, Netherlands @ Willemeen
16 May 2009 - Niederküchten, Germany @ Pitch Black
17 May 2009 - Darmstadt, Germany @ Steinbruch Theater
18 May 2009 - Germany - TBA
19 May 2009 - Berlin, Germany @ Club Darkside
20 May 2009 - Zielona Gora, Poland @ Kotlownia club
21 May 2009 - Germany - TBA
22 May 2009 - Czech republic - TBA
23 May 2009 - Plzen, CZ @ Serikovka
24 May 2009 - Bratislava, Slovakia @ Randal club
25 May 2009 - Banska Bystrica, Slovakia @ Irish Pub
26 May 2009 - Pécs, Hungary @ Toxic Music Club
27 May 2009 - Budapest, Hungary @ Trafo Bar
28 May 2009 - Zupanja, Croatia @ MKC
29 May 2009 - Rijeka, Croatia @ Klub Palach
30 May 2009 - Wien, Austria @ Escape Metalcorner
31 May 2009 - Ljubljana, Slovenia @ Channel Zero
01 June 2009 - Ronchi dei Legionari, Italy @ Rock Club
02 June 2009 - Bologna, Italy @ BRC Fest
03 June 2009 - Italy - TBA
04 June 2009 - Italy - TBA
05 June 2009 - Marseille, France @ TBA
06 June 2009 - Barcelona, Spain @ TBA
07 June 2009 - Madrid, Spain @ TBA
08 June 2009 - Lisboa, Portugal @ TBA
09 June 2009 - Porto, Portugal @ TBA
10 June 2009 - Vigo, Spain @ TBA
11 June 2009 - A Coruña, Spain @ Casa das Atochas
12 June 2009 - Palencia, Spain @ At.Mosh.Phera.
13 June 2009 - Rennes, France @ TBA
14 June 2009 - Paris, France @ TBA
15 June 2009 - Switzerland - TBA
16 June 2009 - Switzerland - TBA
17 June 2009 - Austria - TBA
18 June 2009 - Esslinger, Germany @ Komma
19 June 2009 - Kleinwenkheim, Germany @ Queens of Metal Open Air
20 June 2009 - Halle Saale, Germany @ Marktwirtschaft
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07 May 2009 - Leeds, UK @ Rios
08 May 2009 - Glasgow, UK @ Barfly
09 May 2009 - UK - TBA
10 May 2009 - London, UK @ Purple Turtle
11 May 2009 - UK - TBA
12 May 2009 - Nottingham @ Seven
13 May 2009 - Gent, Belgium @ The Frontline
14 May 2009 - The Netherlands - TBA
15 May 2009 - Arnhem, Netherlands @ Willemeen
16 May 2009 - Niederküchten, Germany @ Pitch Black
17 May 2009 - Darmstadt, Germany @ Steinbruch Theater
18 May 2009 - Germany - TBA
19 May 2009 - Berlin, Germany @ Club Darkside
20 May 2009 - Zielona Gora, Poland @ Kotlownia club
21 May 2009 - Germany - TBA
22 May 2009 - Czech republic - TBA
23 May 2009 - Plzen, CZ @ Serikovka
24 May 2009 - Bratislava, Slovakia @ Randal club
25 May 2009 - Banska Bystrica, Slovakia @ Irish Pub
26 May 2009 - Pécs, Hungary @ Toxic Music Club
27 May 2009 - Budapest, Hungary @ Trafo Bar
28 May 2009 - Zupanja, Croatia @ MKC
29 May 2009 - Rijeka, Croatia @ Klub Palach
30 May 2009 - Wien, Austria @ Escape Metalcorner
31 May 2009 - Ljubljana, Slovenia @ Channel Zero
01 June 2009 - Ronchi dei Legionari, Italy @ Rock Club
02 June 2009 - Bologna, Italy @ BRC Fest
03 June 2009 - Italy - TBA
04 June 2009 - Italy - TBA
05 June 2009 - Marseille, France @ TBA
06 June 2009 - Barcelona, Spain @ TBA
07 June 2009 - Madrid, Spain @ TBA
08 June 2009 - Lisboa, Portugal @ TBA
09 June 2009 - Porto, Portugal @ TBA
10 June 2009 - Vigo, Spain @ TBA
11 June 2009 - A Coruña, Spain @ Casa das Atochas
12 June 2009 - Palencia, Spain @ At.Mosh.Phera.
13 June 2009 - Rennes, France @ TBA
14 June 2009 - Paris, France @ TBA
15 June 2009 - Switzerland - TBA
16 June 2009 - Switzerland - TBA
17 June 2009 - Austria - TBA
18 June 2009 - Esslinger, Germany @ Komma
19 June 2009 - Kleinwenkheim, Germany @ Queens of Metal Open Air
20 June 2009 - Halle Saale, Germany @ Marktwirtschaft
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| Source: | earache.com |
| Band profile: | Bonded By Blood |
Wolfchant - Sign With Massacre Records
German Pagan Folk metal outfit Wolfchant have inked a record deal with Massacre Records. The comment on their website reads as follows:
"By common accord we reversed our record deal with CCP Records. We want to thank Claus and Eva for the very good cooperation during the last years. We are proud to announce that we signed a record deal with Massacre Records. With bands such as Legion Of The Damned, Crematory, Illdisposed, One Man Army & TUQ,... as label mates we are in very good company!
"Determined Damnation" will be released 09-04-24 so be prepared!"
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"By common accord we reversed our record deal with CCP Records. We want to thank Claus and Eva for the very good cooperation during the last years. We are proud to announce that we signed a record deal with Massacre Records. With bands such as Legion Of The Damned, Crematory, Illdisposed, One Man Army & TUQ,... as label mates we are in very good company!
"Determined Damnation" will be released 09-04-24 so be prepared!"
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| Source: | wolfchant-metal.com |
| Band profile: | Wolfchant |
Criminal - Sign To Massacre Records
Anglo-Chilean thrash masters Criminal are proud to announce their signing of a new recording deal with Germany's Massacre Records. The band will enter the studio in September to record its sixth studio album for an early 2009 release. The follow-up to 05's "Sicario" will be released in a limited edition package including a bonus DVD.
Vocalist/guitarist Anton Reisenegger states: "It's great to be on a label like Massacre, that has carved its niche in today's vercrowded market through hard work and dedication. We are looking forward to a long and productive collaboration.
"I have nothing but good things to say about the staff at Metal Blade Europe," the frontman comments on the band's former label, "but the company's priorities were clearly somewhere else, so it made no sense for us to continue working together. I honestly wish them all the best for the future."
Formed in the early 90s in Santiago de Chile by ex-Pentagram mastermind Reisenegger and guitar virtuoso Rodrigo Contreras, Criminal were combining elements of thrash, hardcore and death metal long before the term "metalcore" was even thought of. The band enjoyed a meteoric rise to the forefront of the South American metal scene, including five-digit album sales, shows with the likes of Kreator, Sepultura and Slayer and a nomination for Best Rock Video at the MTV Latino Video Music Awards, but was faced with severe personal and business problems around the turn of the decade. Reisenegger and Contreras then decided to relocate to the UK, regrouping in a half-Chilean, half-British line-up. Since then, the band has played on major European festivals such as Wacken and Summer Breeze, as well as support shows with bands such as Chimaira, Six Feet Under, Brujeria and Lamb Of God.
Criminal's latest studio offering, "Sicario", was hailed by the press as one of the finest thrash metal releases of 2005 and was voted into the Top Ten Albums of the Year by the readers of Terrorizer magazine. At the same time, the band's status in their home country remains unbroken, as evidenced by a four-page feature in the Chilean edition of Rolling Stone magazine and a recent show supporting Megadeth in front of over 14,000 metalheads.
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Vocalist/guitarist Anton Reisenegger states: "It's great to be on a label like Massacre, that has carved its niche in today's vercrowded market through hard work and dedication. We are looking forward to a long and productive collaboration.
"I have nothing but good things to say about the staff at Metal Blade Europe," the frontman comments on the band's former label, "but the company's priorities were clearly somewhere else, so it made no sense for us to continue working together. I honestly wish them all the best for the future."
Formed in the early 90s in Santiago de Chile by ex-Pentagram mastermind Reisenegger and guitar virtuoso Rodrigo Contreras, Criminal were combining elements of thrash, hardcore and death metal long before the term "metalcore" was even thought of. The band enjoyed a meteoric rise to the forefront of the South American metal scene, including five-digit album sales, shows with the likes of Kreator, Sepultura and Slayer and a nomination for Best Rock Video at the MTV Latino Video Music Awards, but was faced with severe personal and business problems around the turn of the decade. Reisenegger and Contreras then decided to relocate to the UK, regrouping in a half-Chilean, half-British line-up. Since then, the band has played on major European festivals such as Wacken and Summer Breeze, as well as support shows with bands such as Chimaira, Six Feet Under, Brujeria and Lamb Of God.
Criminal's latest studio offering, "Sicario", was hailed by the press as one of the finest thrash metal releases of 2005 and was voted into the Top Ten Albums of the Year by the readers of Terrorizer magazine. At the same time, the band's status in their home country remains unbroken, as evidenced by a four-page feature in the Chilean edition of Rolling Stone magazine and a recent show supporting Megadeth in front of over 14,000 metalheads.
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| Source: | blog.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Criminal |
Darkane - Sign To Massacre Records For Europe
Swedish thrash metal band Darkane with their new fronter Jens Broman (ex-The Defaced) have signed with Massacre Records for Europe. The 5th album of the band "Demonic Art" will be unleashed October 24th and will be available as limited Digipak format with exclusive bonus material!
The tracklisting reads as follows:
01. Variations Of An Eyerush
02. Leaving Existence
03. Demonic Art
04. Absolution
05. Execution
06. Impetious Constant Chaos
07. Demigod
08. Soul Survivor
09. The Killing Of I
10. Wrong Grave
11. Still In Progress
12. Wrath Connection
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The tracklisting reads as follows:
01. Variations Of An Eyerush
02. Leaving Existence
03. Demonic Art
04. Absolution
05. Execution
06. Impetious Constant Chaos
07. Demigod
08. Soul Survivor
09. The Killing Of I
10. Wrong Grave
11. Still In Progress
12. Wrath Connection
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| Source: | massacre-records.com |
| Band profile: | Darkane |
Beneath The Massacre - New Song Online
Canadian metallers Beneath The Massacre have posted a new song, entitled ''Our Common Grave'', on their MySpace page.
The song comes off the band's forthcoming album, which is called ''Dystopia''. The album was recorded again with St-Amand (Despised Icon, Ion Dissonance, Neuraxis) and featuring artwork from Felix Rancourt.
''Dystopia'' will be released on October 28th via Prosthetic Records.
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The song comes off the band's forthcoming album, which is called ''Dystopia''. The album was recorded again with St-Amand (Despised Icon, Ion Dissonance, Neuraxis) and featuring artwork from Felix Rancourt.
''Dystopia'' will be released on October 28th via Prosthetic Records.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Beneath The Massacre |
Lääz Rockit - Two New Songs Online, Sign To Massacre Records
Bay Area Thrashers Lääz Rockit have uploaded two new songs on their MySpace page. The songs are called "Brain Wash" and "Liar". More news and updates are coming soon, the band announced.
In other news, the band have inked a deal with Germany's Massacre Records. The group's new album "Left For Dead" will be released on July 25. "Left For Dead" was reportedly produced by Scott Sargeant by Juan Urteaga.
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In other news, the band have inked a deal with Germany's Massacre Records. The group's new album "Left For Dead" will be released on July 25. "Left For Dead" was reportedly produced by Scott Sargeant by Juan Urteaga.
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| Source: | blog.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Lääz Rockit |
Beneath The Massacre - Enter The Studio
Montreal's technical death metal band Beneath The Massacre have scheduled studio time for the follow up record to 2007's "Mechanics Of Dysfunction." The band will enter the studio April 25 with Yannick St-Amant (Despised Icon, Neuraxis, Martyr), who also produced Beneath The Massacre's prior full-length and the "Evidence Of Inequity" EP. Afterwards, Jason Suecof (The Black Dahlia Murder, God Forbid, Chimaira) will mix the record, which is currently slated for a fall 2008 release through Prosthetic Records.
"So we just came back from our headline tour in the US. We had a blast." Beneath The Massacre vocalist Elliot Desgagnes says. "A lot of people showed up and all the bands on the package were super cool dudes. We're now working hard on the new material that will be recorded starting in April at Yannick's studio. We can't wait to enter the studio. We'll probably be posting video and blogs to let all you guys know what's going on in studio. Stay tuned."
More on BTM at http://www.myspace.com/btm.
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"So we just came back from our headline tour in the US. We had a blast." Beneath The Massacre vocalist Elliot Desgagnes says. "A lot of people showed up and all the bands on the package were super cool dudes. We're now working hard on the new material that will be recorded starting in April at Yannick's studio. We can't wait to enter the studio. We'll probably be posting video and blogs to let all you guys know what's going on in studio. Stay tuned."
More on BTM at http://www.myspace.com/btm.
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| Source: | blog.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Beneath The Massacre |
Exciter - Signs With Massacre Records, New Album On The Way
Veteran thrashers Exciter have ended their search for a new record label. The band is now signed to Massacre Records, who will release their upcoming new album "Thrash, Speed, Burn". The newly announced album will have ten tracks and is the first Exciter release to feature new vocalist Kenny Winter. The album will be released on the 9th November this year.
Here is the full track list for Thrash, Speed, Burn:
01. Thrash Speed Burn
02. Demon's Gate
03. Evil Omen
04. Hangman
05. In Mortal Fear
06. Crucifixion
07. Betrayal
08. The Punisher
09. Massacre Mountain
10. Rot The Devil King
Here is the full track list for Thrash, Speed, Burn:
01. Thrash Speed Burn
02. Demon's Gate
03. Evil Omen
04. Hangman
05. In Mortal Fear
06. Crucifixion
07. Betrayal
08. The Punisher
09. Massacre Mountain
10. Rot The Devil King
| Source: | massacre-records.com |
| Band profile: | Exciter |
Malevolent Creation - Signs With Massacre Records
Veteran Florida-based Extreme Metallers Malevolent Creation have inked a European deal with Massacre Records for the release of their new album, "Doomsday X". The album is due out on the 24th of August.
| Source: | massacre-records.com |
| Band profile: | Malevolent Creation |
Steel Attack - Sign With Massacre Records
Steel Attack inked a deal for one full length album with Massacre Records. John Allan commented: "Our long search for the perfect record company has ended. We finally were lucky to find the ultimate home and I have to say that it feels really good and it is a great relief". Steel Attack is going to enter in the studios on 12 of December 2005 to record "Astral Phenomena" which is expected to be out in April 2006.
| Source: | - Steel Attack Newsletter - |
| Band profile: | Steel Attack |
Rebellion - Sign With Massacre Records
The german Heavy metal band featuring former Grave Digger members (Uwe Lulis and Tomi Göttlich) have ink a deal with Massacre Records according to their official website. They have plans to release a new album, more details on the album to come soon.
| Source: | rebellion.st |
Jack Frost - New Album, Sign With Massacre
Jack Frost have signed with Massacre Records. The recording sessions for "Wannadie Songs" will be finished in January 2005. Expect a release in May 2005. The band is currently shooting a video of the track "Me and Dark and You". All live activities have been cancelled for the next months.Expect new merchandise soon!!
http://www.jackfrost.at
http://www.jackfrost.at
| Band profile: | Jack Frost |
Vomitory, "Primal Massacre" scheduled for April
It was recorded in studio Kuling with Henrik Larsson and mixed in Berno Studio. The album includes 10 songs of brutal, non compromising Death Metal. The artwork for the album was provided by Juan Jose Castellano and it's the most brutal artwork Vomitory used so far.
"It's a killer album! As always nothing for the weak hearted" says guitar player Ulf Dalegren.
Here's the tracklisting:
01. Primal Massacre
02. Gore Apocalypse
03. Stray Bullet Kill
04. Epidemic (Created To Kill)
05. Demons Divine
06. Autopsy Extravaganza
07. Retaliation
08. Condemned by pride
09. Cursed Revelations
10.. Chainsaw Surgery
"Primal Massacre" will be released the 19th of April, 2004 through Metal Blade Records.
"It's a killer album! As always nothing for the weak hearted" says guitar player Ulf Dalegren.
Here's the tracklisting:
01. Primal Massacre
02. Gore Apocalypse
03. Stray Bullet Kill
04. Epidemic (Created To Kill)
05. Demons Divine
06. Autopsy Extravaganza
07. Retaliation
08. Condemned by pride
09. Cursed Revelations
10.. Chainsaw Surgery
"Primal Massacre" will be released the 19th of April, 2004 through Metal Blade Records.
| Band profile: | Vomitory |