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Factory Of Dreams - New Video Online
"Back To Sleep", the new video from Portuguese metallers Factory Of Dreams, can be viewed at this location. The video was produced by Hugo Flores and directed by Emil Jonsvik of First Edition Pictures.
"Back To Sleep" comes off the band's latest album, entitled Melotronical, which was released on March 8 via Progrock Records.
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"Back To Sleep" comes off the band's latest album, entitled Melotronical, which was released on March 8 via Progrock Records.
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| Source: | youtube.com |
Catamenia - New Keyboardist Announced
Finnish metallers Catamenia have issued the short following update:
"We've decided to take the keyboards back to our music, so we want to welcome Jussi Sauvola from Silent Threnody and Decrowned to join the band. His profile can be found here. Welcome to Cata-family, Jussi!"
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"We've decided to take the keyboards back to our music, so we want to welcome Jussi Sauvola from Silent Threnody and Decrowned to join the band. His profile can be found here. Welcome to Cata-family, Jussi!"
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| Source: | catamenia.net |
| Band profile: | Catamenia |
Pro-Pain - Part Ways With Guitarist, Replacement Announced
Official press release
It is with great sadness that we bring to you (the fans) the following news:
Due to unexpected circumstances regarding some potentially serious health issues, our long time lead guitarist and dear friend Tom Klimchuck will unfortunately have to put his musical endeavors on hold for at least the foreseeable future. Although we all wanted so much for Tom to be able to participate in the 20 Year Anniversary tours, we collectively decided that it was too risky and that his health and family should take precedent. Thankfully, (with Tom's blessing) we have found a replacement in Adam Phillips (Indorphine) and so the tours will move forward as planned. The fans can expect a great show, as we have quite an ambitious set list lined up for them. A personal statement from Tom to the fans can be expected shortly. In the meantime, we welcome Adam aboard and we wish Tom a speedy and full recovery. Thank you all for your support during this difficult time and transition, and special thanks to Tom for his many years of flawless commitment to our beloved band (this tour's for you). We hope to see you all at the gigs!"
Official statement from Tom: "Although thoroughly saddened by the realization that my time in Pro-Pain is at its end, I look back with an overwhelming sense of gratitude and pride. The band has been an absolute blessing to me. It has provided a platform with which to fight the good fight, and bring inspiration through commonality to people all around the world. All the while offering countless, magical experiences that most can only dream of. I owe a massive "Thank you!" to Gary, Marshall, Ricky, and Adam, as well as all previous members, and crew past and present; my brothers. It has been a privilege sharing the stage, and sharing so many incredible times with you all. These are the fabric of our souls, and you are all irreversibly woven into mine. A very special "Thank you." goes out to all the Pro-Pain fans. It is a powerful thing to watch a large group of people, seemingly strangers to one another, find common ground, and even inspiration in something I have put my heart and soul into. This is the show you have given me as I've looked out from the stage to all of you, and the gift you have given me that I will have forever. I am eternally grateful."
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It is with great sadness that we bring to you (the fans) the following news:
Due to unexpected circumstances regarding some potentially serious health issues, our long time lead guitarist and dear friend Tom Klimchuck will unfortunately have to put his musical endeavors on hold for at least the foreseeable future. Although we all wanted so much for Tom to be able to participate in the 20 Year Anniversary tours, we collectively decided that it was too risky and that his health and family should take precedent. Thankfully, (with Tom's blessing) we have found a replacement in Adam Phillips (Indorphine) and so the tours will move forward as planned. The fans can expect a great show, as we have quite an ambitious set list lined up for them. A personal statement from Tom to the fans can be expected shortly. In the meantime, we welcome Adam aboard and we wish Tom a speedy and full recovery. Thank you all for your support during this difficult time and transition, and special thanks to Tom for his many years of flawless commitment to our beloved band (this tour's for you). We hope to see you all at the gigs!"
Official statement from Tom: "Although thoroughly saddened by the realization that my time in Pro-Pain is at its end, I look back with an overwhelming sense of gratitude and pride. The band has been an absolute blessing to me. It has provided a platform with which to fight the good fight, and bring inspiration through commonality to people all around the world. All the while offering countless, magical experiences that most can only dream of. I owe a massive "Thank you!" to Gary, Marshall, Ricky, and Adam, as well as all previous members, and crew past and present; my brothers. It has been a privilege sharing the stage, and sharing so many incredible times with you all. These are the fabric of our souls, and you are all irreversibly woven into mine. A very special "Thank you." goes out to all the Pro-Pain fans. It is a powerful thing to watch a large group of people, seemingly strangers to one another, find common ground, and even inspiration in something I have put my heart and soul into. This is the show you have given me as I've looked out from the stage to all of you, and the gift you have given me that I will have forever. I am eternally grateful."
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Pro-Pain |
Septicflesh - French Tour Dates
Greek extreme metallers Septicflesh will embark on a French Tour later this month. Support act will come from Svart Crown, W.E.B., and Valet Parn.
Announced dates are as follows:
14.05 - Colmar - Grillen
15.05 - Lyon - Marché Gare
16.05 - Marseille - Poste à Galène
17.05 - Bordeaux - Complexe
18.05 - Rouen - 106
19.05 - Paris - Nouveau Casino
20.05 - Lille - TBA
21.05 - Caen - Espace Coisel
22.05 - Nantes - Ferrailleur
23.05 - Toulouse - Ramier
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Announced dates are as follows:
14.05 - Colmar - Grillen
15.05 - Lyon - Marché Gare
16.05 - Marseille - Poste à Galène
17.05 - Bordeaux - Complexe
18.05 - Rouen - 106
19.05 - Paris - Nouveau Casino
20.05 - Lille - TBA
21.05 - Caen - Espace Coisel
22.05 - Nantes - Ferrailleur
23.05 - Toulouse - Ramier
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Septicflesh |
| Event: | Septicflesh: The Great Mass Tour |
Amorphis - Two New Songs Online (UPDATED)
Original news, published on 19.04.2011
"You I Need", the brand-new single from Finnish heavy metallers Amorphis, has been made available for streaming over at MySpace.
"You I Need" comes off the band's upcoming new album The Beginning Of Times, which will be released on May 27th in Europe and June 7th in North America through Nuclear Blast Records. More album details were previously reported over here.
UPDATE Vargsmal, Blizk and 34845 for the news!]
"My Enemy", another brand new song from Finnish metallers Amorphis, is available for streaming at the band's Facebook page.
"My Enemy" comes off the band's forthcoming album, entitled The Beginning Of Times, which will be released on May 27th in Europe and June 7th in North America through Nuclear Blast Records.
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"You I Need", the brand-new single from Finnish heavy metallers Amorphis, has been made available for streaming over at MySpace.
"You I Need" comes off the band's upcoming new album The Beginning Of Times, which will be released on May 27th in Europe and June 7th in North America through Nuclear Blast Records. More album details were previously reported over here.
UPDATE Vargsmal, Blizk and 34845 for the news!]
"My Enemy", another brand new song from Finnish metallers Amorphis, is available for streaming at the band's Facebook page.
"My Enemy" comes off the band's forthcoming album, entitled The Beginning Of Times, which will be released on May 27th in Europe and June 7th in North America through Nuclear Blast Records.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Amorphis |
Circus Maximus - Update From The Band
Norwegian metallers Circus Maximus have issued the following update on their official website:
"As many of you have been wondering, what has been, or is going on in the Circus Maximus camp these days? What is the status on the recording on the new album? Well... To give you the short and brutal version, here is where we are today:
After finishing the drum tracks in November, the band took the Christmas holidays off, presuming to start up right over new years with drum editing, and continue with guitar, bass, keys and vocals right after that. What we didn't plan out as a result of Mats' grueling long hours in front of the computer, editing drums, was that he got arm inflammation in both arms. Because of this, both the drum editing (that was over half ways finished), and upcoming rhythm guitar tracking had to be postponed until further notice. With this, and other personal/family stuff that had to be dealt with, the recording process stagnated quite a bit.
On a positive note: Mats' arm injury has improved a great deal, and the drum-editing is finished, the band has been rehearsing for their upcoming shows in May and we are filming more for the 'Rockumentary' this weekend up in the mountains of Trysi (Guess there will be more drunken madness than interviews, because it's Mikey's birthday as well).
We are glad to tell you all that things are looking better nowadays with the speed bumps and hickups out of the way, and that we will be putting the 'pedal to the metal' on the recordings from mid May. Circus Maximus is truly grateful for all the support that has been shown, as well as your patience and understanding. There wouldn't be a Circus Maximus without you, the fans. That makes you a little Circus Maximus too... hehe."
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"As many of you have been wondering, what has been, or is going on in the Circus Maximus camp these days? What is the status on the recording on the new album? Well... To give you the short and brutal version, here is where we are today:
After finishing the drum tracks in November, the band took the Christmas holidays off, presuming to start up right over new years with drum editing, and continue with guitar, bass, keys and vocals right after that. What we didn't plan out as a result of Mats' grueling long hours in front of the computer, editing drums, was that he got arm inflammation in both arms. Because of this, both the drum editing (that was over half ways finished), and upcoming rhythm guitar tracking had to be postponed until further notice. With this, and other personal/family stuff that had to be dealt with, the recording process stagnated quite a bit.
On a positive note: Mats' arm injury has improved a great deal, and the drum-editing is finished, the band has been rehearsing for their upcoming shows in May and we are filming more for the 'Rockumentary' this weekend up in the mountains of Trysi (Guess there will be more drunken madness than interviews, because it's Mikey's birthday as well).
We are glad to tell you all that things are looking better nowadays with the speed bumps and hickups out of the way, and that we will be putting the 'pedal to the metal' on the recordings from mid May. Circus Maximus is truly grateful for all the support that has been shown, as well as your patience and understanding. There wouldn't be a Circus Maximus without you, the fans. That makes you a little Circus Maximus too... hehe."
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| Source: | circusmaximussite.com |
| Band profile: | Circus Maximus |
Hate Eternal - Entire New Album Streaming Online
Metal Blade Records press release
Hate Eternal's upcoming album Phoenix Amongst The Ashes (out May 10) is currently streaming in its entirety on Metal Sucks here. Be sure to check out the album while you can (comes down Monday May 9) and leave a comment.
Founder, vocalist and guitarist Erik Rutan comments: "Phoenix Amongst The Ashes is an album that we did everything possible to create a death metal classic that would stand out amongst all of our releases as an album that not only carries the traditional Hate Eternal sound, but expands the boundaries of what is possible within the confines of extreme death metal. I feel that this album truly represents a band that overtime has matured into creating our most dynamic and intense album yet. At times fast and extreme, at times, heavy, atmospheric, evil and melodic with the darkest of overtones. I truly feel this is one of my finest moments in my career and a defining moment for Hate Eternal. If you are a death metal fan, you should give it a listen, you won't be disappointed!"
Hate Eternal recorded their fifth studio album, Phoenix Amongst The Ashes, at frontman Erik Rutan's own Mana Recording Studios in St. Petersburg, FL with mastering handled by Alan Douches of West West Side. J.J. Hrubovcak has been added as the band's bassist, alongside the devastating combo of Erik Rutan on guitar and Jade Simonetto on drums.
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Hate Eternal's upcoming album Phoenix Amongst The Ashes (out May 10) is currently streaming in its entirety on Metal Sucks here. Be sure to check out the album while you can (comes down Monday May 9) and leave a comment.
Founder, vocalist and guitarist Erik Rutan comments: "Phoenix Amongst The Ashes is an album that we did everything possible to create a death metal classic that would stand out amongst all of our releases as an album that not only carries the traditional Hate Eternal sound, but expands the boundaries of what is possible within the confines of extreme death metal. I feel that this album truly represents a band that overtime has matured into creating our most dynamic and intense album yet. At times fast and extreme, at times, heavy, atmospheric, evil and melodic with the darkest of overtones. I truly feel this is one of my finest moments in my career and a defining moment for Hate Eternal. If you are a death metal fan, you should give it a listen, you won't be disappointed!"
Hate Eternal recorded their fifth studio album, Phoenix Amongst The Ashes, at frontman Erik Rutan's own Mana Recording Studios in St. Petersburg, FL with mastering handled by Alan Douches of West West Side. J.J. Hrubovcak has been added as the band's bassist, alongside the devastating combo of Erik Rutan on guitar and Jade Simonetto on drums.
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| Source: | metalblade.com |
| Band profile: | Hate Eternal |
The Black Dahlia Murder - New Song Online
"Moonlight Equilibrium", a brand new song from US metallers The Black Dahlia Murder, is available for streaming at this location.
"Moonlight Equilibrium" comes off the band's forthcoming album, entitled Ritual, which will be released on June 21th via Metal Blade Records.
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"Moonlight Equilibrium" comes off the band's forthcoming album, entitled Ritual, which will be released on June 21th via Metal Blade Records.
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| Source: | metalblade.com |
| Band profile: | The Black Dahlia Murder |
Stream Of Passion - New Album Details Revealed
Dutch metallers Stream Of Passion will release their forthcoming album, entitled Darker Days, on the following dates:
June 22, 2011 - Spain/Finland/Sweden
June 24, 2011 - Germany/Austria/Switzerland, Benelux & Italy
June 27, 2011 - Rest of Europe
July 5, 2011 - USA/Canada
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June 22, 2011 - Spain/Finland/Sweden
June 24, 2011 - Germany/Austria/Switzerland, Benelux & Italy
June 27, 2011 - Rest of Europe
July 5, 2011 - USA/Canada
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| Source: | streamofpassion.com |
| Band profile: | Stream Of Passion |
Symphony X - Two New Songs Online (UPDATED)
Original news, published on 23.04.2011
"The End Of Innocence", a brand new song from US metallers Symphony X, is available for streaming on the band's Facebook page.
"The End Of Innocence" comes off the band's forthcoming album, Iconoclast, which will be released in Europe on June 17 and in North America on June 21 via Nuclear Blast Records. More details about Iconoclast were previously reported over here.
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"The End Of Innocence", a brand new song from US metallers Symphony X, is available for streaming on the band's Facebook page.
"The End Of Innocence" comes off the band's forthcoming album, Iconoclast, which will be released in Europe on June 17 and in North America on June 21 via Nuclear Blast Records. More details about Iconoclast were previously reported over here.
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| Source: | facebook.com |
| Band profile: | Symphony X |
Hatesphere - To Enter The Studio In June
Danish metallers Hatesphere have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:
"We have booked the Antfarm Studio, Aarhus, Denmark, from June 13th in order to make you a new album! Tue Madsen (The Haunted, Sick Of It All) will be guiding us through it, hopefully without getting too many grey hairs! Tue has been working with us on four of our releases - and we look forward to doing it once again!!
A little funny anecdote: Tue actually produced our second demo Disconnected '97 back in 1997 as one of his first productions... and this was an actual demo tape! Those were the days."
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"We have booked the Antfarm Studio, Aarhus, Denmark, from June 13th in order to make you a new album! Tue Madsen (The Haunted, Sick Of It All) will be guiding us through it, hopefully without getting too many grey hairs! Tue has been working with us on four of our releases - and we look forward to doing it once again!!
A little funny anecdote: Tue actually produced our second demo Disconnected '97 back in 1997 as one of his first productions... and this was an actual demo tape! Those were the days."
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| Source: | hatesphere.com |
| Band profile: | Hatesphere |
Pagan's Mind - Audio Samples Of Entire New Album, New Video Online
Norwegian metallers Pagan's Mind have issued the following statement:
"Everyone, Amazon.co.uk has uploaded 30 sec samples of all our songs of the standard edition! You really get a great feeling of the album if you listen to this. We hope you guys really enjoy this and that it encourages you to pre-order the album! For other buy links go to our website. Enjoy!
Samples can be listened here.
New album Heavenly Ecstasy will be released on May 20 in Germany, May 23 in the rest of Europe and on May 31 in USA/Canada via SPV/Steamhammer."
Also a video for the song "Intermission" can be viewed at this location.
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"Everyone, Amazon.co.uk has uploaded 30 sec samples of all our songs of the standard edition! You really get a great feeling of the album if you listen to this. We hope you guys really enjoy this and that it encourages you to pre-order the album! For other buy links go to our website. Enjoy!
Samples can be listened here.
New album Heavenly Ecstasy will be released on May 20 in Germany, May 23 in the rest of Europe and on May 31 in USA/Canada via SPV/Steamhammer."
Also a video for the song "Intermission" can be viewed at this location.
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| Source: | pagansmind.com |
| Band profile: | Pagan's Mind |
The Soulless - New Video Online
"Unaltered", the new video from UK metallers The Soulless, can be viewed at this location. The clip was directed by Thomas Welsh.
"Unaltered" comes off the band's forthcoming album, Isolated, which is scheduled for release on May 16th in Europe and June 7th in North America through Earache Records.
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"Unaltered" comes off the band's forthcoming album, Isolated, which is scheduled for release on May 16th in Europe and June 7th in North America through Earache Records.
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| Source: | youtube.com |
| Band profile: | The Soulless |
Autopsy - New Album Details, Mini-Site Online (UPDATED)
Original news, published on 27.03.2011
Macabre Eternal, the first Autopsy full-length in sixteen years, will be released on May 30th in Europe and a day later in North America through Peaceville Records.
The album was recorded earlier this year at Fantasy Studios in Berkeley, California with producer Adam Munoz. A special vinyl edition of the effort will precede the digital versions exclusively through the Peaceville webstore on May 16th.
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Macabre Eternal, the first Autopsy full-length in sixteen years, will be released on May 30th in Europe and a day later in North America through Peaceville Records.
The album was recorded earlier this year at Fantasy Studios in Berkeley, California with producer Adam Munoz. A special vinyl edition of the effort will precede the digital versions exclusively through the Peaceville webstore on May 16th.
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| Source: | peaceville.com |
| Band profile: | Autopsy |
Torture Killer - Part Ways With Vocalist, Seek Replacement
Finnish metallers Torture Killer have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:
"Our cooperation with our vocalist Juri has ended. We thank him for the past years, all the shows we've played together and wish him all the best in his future endeavours. Like any band member would know, there's more to being in a band than just performing on stage. With these other things, we have had constant difficulties meeting each other eye-to-eye and these issues we have not been able to resolve. This has once again put us in a situation where we need to evaluate our line-up and where we stand with the band. This decision is very unpleasant, but regardless of that, necessary and the right one.
Because of this we are now looking for a new death metal vocalist. We hope you live in Western- or Southern part of Finland, and/or you are capable of coming to Turku
whenever needed. Contact us via: serialtorturekiller gmail com
"We wish your "application" would include the following info:
- a sample of your voice (old-school style - yes / doggy,-fart,-piggystyle - no).
- a short bio about yourself.
- bandhistory (your ex/active bands, if there's any).
- a short note about your studio & live-experiences (if there's any).
- youtube / other links to give us a hint about your stage presence (if there's any).
We've been under these circumstances before and even if these situations have always been annoying & unpleasant, we've always managed to come back stronger and stand straight again. And so it shall be, again!"
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"Our cooperation with our vocalist Juri has ended. We thank him for the past years, all the shows we've played together and wish him all the best in his future endeavours. Like any band member would know, there's more to being in a band than just performing on stage. With these other things, we have had constant difficulties meeting each other eye-to-eye and these issues we have not been able to resolve. This has once again put us in a situation where we need to evaluate our line-up and where we stand with the band. This decision is very unpleasant, but regardless of that, necessary and the right one.
Because of this we are now looking for a new death metal vocalist. We hope you live in Western- or Southern part of Finland, and/or you are capable of coming to Turku
whenever needed. Contact us via: serialtorturekiller gmail com
"We wish your "application" would include the following info:
- a sample of your voice (old-school style - yes / doggy,-fart,-piggystyle - no).
- a short bio about yourself.
- bandhistory (your ex/active bands, if there's any).
- a short note about your studio & live-experiences (if there's any).
- youtube / other links to give us a hint about your stage presence (if there's any).
We've been under these circumstances before and even if these situations have always been annoying & unpleasant, we've always managed to come back stronger and stand straight again. And so it shall be, again!"
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Torture Killer |