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Shadow Gallery - Guest Artists On 'Room V'
Laura Jaeger returns again to sing on 2 songs for the new release. Arjen Anthony Lucassen will be performing a solo on one of the tracks and new performer, Joe Stone will be performing a solo on another track. Also appearing will be Libby Molnar. The bonus disk for the European release will also have performances by Jim Roberti and Mark Zonder along with Arjen Anthony Lucassen.
Watch for more exciting news and goodies to be released next weekend! Keep an eye on the site.
Watch for more exciting news and goodies to be released next weekend! Keep an eye on the site.
| Source: | shadowgallery.com |
Mägo De Oz - Sign With Big Company
According to a message posted on the band's official website Mägo de Oz had signed a deal for five albums with Warner Music/Dro this 20 April 2005, after 9 months of negotiations. The albums will be edited by Dro in Spain and by Warner in the rest of the world.
In other news, the DVD "Madrid D.F." (filmed at Las Ventas and El Palacio de los Deportes in Mexico D.F.) had been delayed, and will be probably released in June.
In other news, the DVD "Madrid D.F." (filmed at Las Ventas and El Palacio de los Deportes in Mexico D.F.) had been delayed, and will be probably released in June.
| Source: | magodeoz.com |
| Band profile: | Mägo De Oz |
Månegarm - Song From Upcoming Album Online
The band posted the song "Sigrblot" from the upcoming album "Vredens Tid" that (as previously reported) will be release on April 28. Enter here to download the song: http://www.manegarm.com/vredenstid/x.php'meny=sigrblot
Cave In - New Album To Come
The band posted the following message concerning their upcoming album:
"If you haven't already heard, we are pleased to the brim in announcing that Hydra Head Records is going to release a new Cave In album this summer. Tentatively scheduled for an August 2005 release, "Perfect Pitch Black" will be an 8 song disc that features tunes recorded between 2003 and 2004, with some recent embellishments from our sonic spice rack recorded in March 2005. So whatever recorded versions of these tunes you may already be familiar with via the internet, the actual disc that sees the light this summer will be news to your ears. Andrew Schneider is at the helm of both the engineering and the mixing, and further recording and mixing production for the project is set to wrap up by the end of April (at Schneider's fancy new studio in Williamsburg, NY). We'll keep you posted on further developments!"
"If you haven't already heard, we are pleased to the brim in announcing that Hydra Head Records is going to release a new Cave In album this summer. Tentatively scheduled for an August 2005 release, "Perfect Pitch Black" will be an 8 song disc that features tunes recorded between 2003 and 2004, with some recent embellishments from our sonic spice rack recorded in March 2005. So whatever recorded versions of these tunes you may already be familiar with via the internet, the actual disc that sees the light this summer will be news to your ears. Andrew Schneider is at the helm of both the engineering and the mixing, and further recording and mixing production for the project is set to wrap up by the end of April (at Schneider's fancy new studio in Williamsburg, NY). We'll keep you posted on further developments!"
| Source: | cavein.net |
Brian Balich - Looking Musicians To Form Doom Band
Former PENANCE vocalist Brian "Butch" Balich is currently seeking musicians to form a new band. "Doom is what I love and that is what I am looking to continue to do," the singer writes in a press release. " would like to find folks that would like to create music that combines heavy doom riffs with twin guitars (a la MAIDEN, THIN LIZZY, TROUBLE) as well as think progressively about song structures, moods etc..... I'm in Pittsburgh. Anyone interested can contact me via e-mail at eyetalian@hotmail.com or through my Myspace [url="http://profiles.myspace.com/users/11043851"]page[/url] ."
http://www.roadrun.com/blabbermouth.net
http://www.roadrun.com/blabbermouth.net
Geezer Butler - Samples From Upcoming CD Online
Audio samples of five tracks from BLACK SABBATH bassist Geezer Butler's upcoming solo album, "Ohmwork", have been posted at his official [url="httphttp://www.geezerbutler.com/ohmwork.html"]web site[/url] .
"Ohmwork" is scheduled for release on May 10 via Sanctuary Records.
Butler's first album in eight years, "Ohmwork" is the bassist's third solo band release. His first project under the GZR banner was 1995's "Plastic Planet" while 1997's "Black Science" was credited to GEEZER. Guitarist Pedro Howse has worked on all three albums, while vocalist Clark Brown performed on "Black Science". The group's latest addition is drummer Chad Smith (not the RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS man).
GZR touring plans are being put together for fall 2005.
http://www.roadrun.com/blabbermouth.net
"Ohmwork" is scheduled for release on May 10 via Sanctuary Records.
Butler's first album in eight years, "Ohmwork" is the bassist's third solo band release. His first project under the GZR banner was 1995's "Plastic Planet" while 1997's "Black Science" was credited to GEEZER. Guitarist Pedro Howse has worked on all three albums, while vocalist Clark Brown performed on "Black Science". The group's latest addition is drummer Chad Smith (not the RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS man).
GZR touring plans are being put together for fall 2005.
http://www.roadrun.com/blabbermouth.net
| Band profile: | Geezer |
Shadow Gallery - 'Room V' Promo Available
The first promotional trailer for the release of Shadow Gallery's 'Room V' CD is available at official homepage. Quick Time trailer is available for download in two versions, dial-up and a broadband version.
New album 'Room V' is a follow-up to a successful album 'Tyranny' released in 1998 and will hit the stores on June 7 through InsideOut records. So, wait for it!
New album 'Room V' is a follow-up to a successful album 'Tyranny' released in 1998 and will hit the stores on June 7 through InsideOut records. So, wait for it!
| Source: | shadowgallery.com |
My Dying Bride - Screenshots From New Video Online
MY DYING BRIDE have uploaded screenshots from their video for the track "The Blue Lotus" at this location. The clip, which was directed and conceived by David Palzer, will be included on the group's upcoming "Sinamorata" DVD, tentatively due early summer via Peaceville. In addition to the "The Blue Lotus" video, "Sinamorata" will include live footage (12 songs) shot on November 2, 2003 in Antwerpen, Belgium, as well as backstage extras, the "Prize of Beauty" promotional clip, two videos made by MY DYING BRIDE fans ("Hope the Destroyer" and "My Wine In Silence") and a photo gallery featuring fan-created artwork inspired by the band's music.
As previously reported, MY DYING BRIDE's reissue of their first DVD, "For Darkest Eyes", has been delayed until the fall to avoid confusion with "Sinamorata". Focus now lies on a three-CD box set, featuring two new remixes, which is being released in May.
MY DYING BRIDE's eighth studio album, "Songs of Darkness, Words of Light", was released in February 2004 through Peaceville Records. The follow-up to 2001's "The Dreadful Hours" was recorded and mixed at Academy Studio in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire with producer Mags.
As previously reported, MY DYING BRIDE's reissue of their first DVD, "For Darkest Eyes", has been delayed until the fall to avoid confusion with "Sinamorata". Focus now lies on a three-CD box set, featuring two new remixes, which is being released in May.
MY DYING BRIDE's eighth studio album, "Songs of Darkness, Words of Light", was released in February 2004 through Peaceville Records. The follow-up to 2001's "The Dreadful Hours" was recorded and mixed at Academy Studio in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire with producer Mags.
| Source: | metal-realm.com |
| Band profile: | My Dying Bride |
Charles Dominici - To Release Solo Album
The following message was posted on his official site:
"A Note From Charlie....
Hello everyone! I have finished the first CD in my trilogy and it is now mixed and mastered. I am working on the cover art and I hope to get it released by the end of April,although it looks like the release will be mid to end of May. Keep an eye on my site for further news. Thank you all for your continued support!
Charlie"
"A Note From Charlie....
Hello everyone! I have finished the first CD in my trilogy and it is now mixed and mastered. I am working on the cover art and I hope to get it released by the end of April,although it looks like the release will be mid to end of May. Keep an eye on my site for further news. Thank you all for your continued support!
Charlie"
| Source: | dominici.com |
| Band profile: | Dominici |
Savage Circus - Thomen Announces New Band
Thomen Stauch posted an statement about his new and main project "Savage Circus", here you have a fragment:
"Hi friends,
I hope the shock about my departure from the band wasn't too much, but I'm sure time will heal these wounds.
As I mentioned before in the forum, over the last two years I have been working on two different formations: the Modern Metal Project with Bjoern (Soilwork) and Savage Circus. Since leaving Blind Guardian, Savage Circus has become my main project.
Here a few personal words to introduce you to Salvage Circus ?
Have fun
Thomen"
to read the complete statement go to: http://www.thomen.de/sc_englisch.htm
"Hi friends,
I hope the shock about my departure from the band wasn't too much, but I'm sure time will heal these wounds.
As I mentioned before in the forum, over the last two years I have been working on two different formations: the Modern Metal Project with Bjoern (Soilwork) and Savage Circus. Since leaving Blind Guardian, Savage Circus has become my main project.
Here a few personal words to introduce you to Salvage Circus ?
Have fun
Thomen"
to read the complete statement go to: http://www.thomen.de/sc_englisch.htm
| Source: | thomen.de |
| Band profile: | Blind Guardian |
Lande/Allen - Allen Completed Vocals Recordings
Russell Allen - singer of Symphony X - has finally completed the recording of the vocal tracks of the highly anticipated album with the singer of Masterplan, Jorn Lande.
The record - which has a working title of "The Battle" - is going to be mixed during April by Anders "Theo" Theander (Pain of Salvation, Last Tribe) at the Roastinghouse Studios in Sweden.
The label has planned to release the album right after the summer.
http://www.frontiers.it
The record - which has a working title of "The Battle" - is going to be mixed during April by Anders "Theo" Theander (Pain of Salvation, Last Tribe) at the Roastinghouse Studios in Sweden.
The label has planned to release the album right after the summer.
http://www.frontiers.it
| Band profile: | Symphony X |
Blitzkrieg - New Album To Come, Sample Posted
The NWOBHM band posted the following message concerning their new album:
"BLITZKRIEG are delighted to announce that work on the follow up album to 2002's "Absolute Power" has now been completed and is currently being mixed and mastered ready for release on the 4th July through Metal Nation records.
The new album is to be entitled "SINS and GREED" and features new bass player Paul Brewis who replaced Andy Galloway in early 2004, and Ken Johnson's first studio album following his performance on "Absolutely Live"
Recorded at Trinity Heights Studios in Newcastle Upon Tyne (UK) the track listing will be as follows -
1 - HELL EXPRESS - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt / Paul Brewis / Phil Brewis
2 - EXCESSIVE FORCE - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt
3 - STANDING STILL - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt
4 - RISE - Paul Nesbitt
5 - TRAITORS GATE - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt / Paul Brewis / Phil Brewis
6 - ESCAPE FROM THE VILLAGE - Brian Ross / Ken Johnson / Phil Brewis
7 - EYES OF THE WORLD - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt
8 - CALM WATERS - Paul Nesbitt
9 - DESOLATION ANGEL - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt / Paul Brewis
10 - SILENT SCREAM - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt
11 - JECKYL & HYDE - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt / Paul Brewis / Phil Brewis
12 - HELL BENT FOR LEATHER - Tipton
BLITZKRIEG have confirmed a warm up show as guest headliners on the Deliverance / Humanity tour at Fibbers in York (UK) on the 15th May, this will be followed by dates in Europe and the US later in the year - dates will be confirmed once known."
Also a sample of the song "Hell Express" was posted, you can download it [url="http://www.blitzed-alive.com/hellexpress.mp3"]here[/url] .
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"BLITZKRIEG are delighted to announce that work on the follow up album to 2002's "Absolute Power" has now been completed and is currently being mixed and mastered ready for release on the 4th July through Metal Nation records.
The new album is to be entitled "SINS and GREED" and features new bass player Paul Brewis who replaced Andy Galloway in early 2004, and Ken Johnson's first studio album following his performance on "Absolutely Live"
Recorded at Trinity Heights Studios in Newcastle Upon Tyne (UK) the track listing will be as follows -
1 - HELL EXPRESS - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt / Paul Brewis / Phil Brewis
2 - EXCESSIVE FORCE - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt
3 - STANDING STILL - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt
4 - RISE - Paul Nesbitt
5 - TRAITORS GATE - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt / Paul Brewis / Phil Brewis
6 - ESCAPE FROM THE VILLAGE - Brian Ross / Ken Johnson / Phil Brewis
7 - EYES OF THE WORLD - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt
8 - CALM WATERS - Paul Nesbitt
9 - DESOLATION ANGEL - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt / Paul Brewis
10 - SILENT SCREAM - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt
11 - JECKYL & HYDE - Brian Ross / Paul Nesbitt / Paul Brewis / Phil Brewis
12 - HELL BENT FOR LEATHER - Tipton
BLITZKRIEG have confirmed a warm up show as guest headliners on the Deliverance / Humanity tour at Fibbers in York (UK) on the 15th May, this will be followed by dates in Europe and the US later in the year - dates will be confirmed once known."
Also a sample of the song "Hell Express" was posted, you can download it [url="http://www.blitzed-alive.com/hellexpress.mp3"]here[/url] .
Read more ››
| Source: | blitzed-alive.com |
Solitude Aeturnus - Demo songs from New CD Online
To all of the fans(and not) of Solitude Aeturnus, who were asking what's up with the band, the band decided to post two new demo clips from the upcoming album "Alone", to listen to the songs enter on http://www.eternalsolitude.com/pages/01_news.html or http://www.eternalsolitude.com/pages/05a_audio.html .
| Source: | eternalsolitude.com |
| Band profile: | Solitude Aeturnus |
Rata Blanca - Comlete Mp3 from Upcoming Album
The band had posted the song "La Llave de la Puerta Secreta" on mp3 format from the band upcoming album. It can be found [url="http://www.rataweb.com.ar/mp3/RataBlanca-LaLlaveDeLaPuertaSecreta.mp3"]here[/url] .
| Source: | rataweb.com.ar |
| Band profile: | Rata Blanca |
Michael Kiske - Will sing for Place Vendome
Former HELLOWEEN frontman Michael Kiske has accepted an offer to sing for a project called PLACE VENDOME, named after the Paris world renowned square.
The project, which is headed up by Frontiers Records owner Serafino Perugino, has finished recording 11 songs, which are set to follow a straight melodic rock / AOR sound, "comparable to bands like FOREIGNER or JOURNEY" according to Kiske.
Production duties are handled by Pink Cream 69's Dennis Ward with songs written on purpose by himself, his bandmates David Readman and Alfred Koffler with contributions also from Gunther Werno of Vanden Plas.
Michael had a lot of fun during the recordings, as he really liked the material that is going to show an new and exciting side of his great singing abilities!
Frontiers Records plans to release this highly anticipated album in the fall of 2005.
In related news, Kiske went to the hospital a few weeks ago to finally get rid of the stomach problems that have plagued him for quite some time. The operation went smoothly and Michael is "totally fine again" and in a better vocal shape than ever!
http://www.frontiers.it
The project, which is headed up by Frontiers Records owner Serafino Perugino, has finished recording 11 songs, which are set to follow a straight melodic rock / AOR sound, "comparable to bands like FOREIGNER or JOURNEY" according to Kiske.
Production duties are handled by Pink Cream 69's Dennis Ward with songs written on purpose by himself, his bandmates David Readman and Alfred Koffler with contributions also from Gunther Werno of Vanden Plas.
Michael had a lot of fun during the recordings, as he really liked the material that is going to show an new and exciting side of his great singing abilities!
Frontiers Records plans to release this highly anticipated album in the fall of 2005.
In related news, Kiske went to the hospital a few weeks ago to finally get rid of the stomach problems that have plagued him for quite some time. The operation went smoothly and Michael is "totally fine again" and in a better vocal shape than ever!
http://www.frontiers.it