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Apocalyptica - New Album This Summer
Finnish cello-rockers Apocalyptica are set to release a new album this summer. The word got out last week already, but it seems that nobody is paying attention/cares around here (so thanks Daggon). However, seeing this band has at least 250 fans on Metal Storm, this might be something you want to know. Anyway, here's the full news:
"Apocalyptica just announced a summer debut for their latest metal-inspired creation. The new album will follow up their chart-topping release Worlds Collide (released in 2007) featuring the #1 Billboard single "I Don't Care" produced by Howard Benson (Motörhead, Papa Roach, Sepultura). Three Days Grace front man Adam Gontier provided vocals for the track and sultry video, which became a top 20 fixture on the modern rock charts for nearly an entire year.
On this 7th studio album, fans can look forward to more of Benson's production as well as strong artistic direction from Joe Barresi (Tool, Queens Of The Stone Age, Coheed & Cambria), who is presently in Finland with the quartet perfecting the final details. Dave Lombardo of Slayer along with several other surprise guest musicians are also set to participate in the project.
Classically trained cellists Eicca Toppinen, Paavo Lötjönen, Perttu Kivilaakso and drummer Mikko Sirén are currently putting finishing touches on the album and gearing up for their February invasion of Kaapelitehdas, Finland's world famous metal expo. By early March the band will return to Los Angeles and prepare to unveil the anticipated album on an international stage."
More news as we get it... (on time, we promise. - Ed.)
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"Apocalyptica just announced a summer debut for their latest metal-inspired creation. The new album will follow up their chart-topping release Worlds Collide (released in 2007) featuring the #1 Billboard single "I Don't Care" produced by Howard Benson (Motörhead, Papa Roach, Sepultura). Three Days Grace front man Adam Gontier provided vocals for the track and sultry video, which became a top 20 fixture on the modern rock charts for nearly an entire year.
On this 7th studio album, fans can look forward to more of Benson's production as well as strong artistic direction from Joe Barresi (Tool, Queens Of The Stone Age, Coheed & Cambria), who is presently in Finland with the quartet perfecting the final details. Dave Lombardo of Slayer along with several other surprise guest musicians are also set to participate in the project.
Classically trained cellists Eicca Toppinen, Paavo Lötjönen, Perttu Kivilaakso and drummer Mikko Sirén are currently putting finishing touches on the album and gearing up for their February invasion of Kaapelitehdas, Finland's world famous metal expo. By early March the band will return to Los Angeles and prepare to unveil the anticipated album on an international stage."
More news as we get it... (on time, we promise. - Ed.)
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Apocalyptica |
Fleshgod Apocalypse - EP Release Date Set, New Song Online
Italian death metallers Fleshgod Apocalypse have set the release date for their upcoming EP titled Mafia to 18 May 2010. The album art was done by Marco Hasmann. A new song off Mafia titled "Thru Our Scars" has been posted on the band's MySpace.
Mafia cover art] tracklist:
01. Thru Our Scars
02. Abyssal
03. Conspiracy Of Silence
04. Blinded By Fear (At The Gates cover - F.A. arrangement)
05. Mafia
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Mafia cover art] tracklist:
01. Thru Our Scars
02. Abyssal
03. Conspiracy Of Silence
04. Blinded By Fear (At The Gates cover - F.A. arrangement)
05. Mafia
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Fleshgod Apocalypse |
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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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 |
Dark Tranquillity - New Album Available For Streaming
Dark Tranquillity's highly anticipated new album We Are The Void will be streaming online for a week. You can now listen to the album on the band's official MySpace page until Friday, February 26th. Head over to http://www.myspace.com/dtofficial to get a glimpse of the Gothenburg metal madness that is We Are The Void.
All possible album details are available here.
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All possible album details are available here.
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Dark Tranquillity |
Xandria - Part Ways With Vocalist
German Symphonic metal act Xandria wants to share the following good and bad news with you:
"First the bad ones: it now appears that Kerstin Bischof (guest for Axxis) - who joined the band about a year ago - unfortunately can't be the permanent new singer of Xandria. Due to occupational and private reasons she wants to concentrate on her non-musical career in the future and cannot support Xandria the way it would be necessary. We wish her all the best for the future!
So here and now we are searching for a new singer again, details for applications follow in a few days. We know that you are waiting for a new album, and we are very sorry for keeping you waiting even longer for the new songs, with which we actually wanted to enter the recording studio now.
The good news is that we will play the coming concerts nevertheless, cause our old singer Lisa Middelhauve (guest for Celtic Frost) has agreed to step in for them. But she will not enter the band again, so this will be an unexpected last opportunity for many fans to experience her on stage with Xandria once more!"
Tour dates:
19.03.2010 - Mexico City (MX) - Multiforo Tlalpan (Showtime: 19:00)
19.03.2010 - Teotihuacan (MX) - Rockstk Festival (Showtime: 00:30)
20.03.2010 - Puebla (MX) - Estudio 803
21.03.2010 - Tabasco (MX) - El Rock Nos Une Festival
07.05.2010 - Thessaloniki (GR) - 8Ball Club
08.05.2010 - Athens (GR) - AN Club
10.07.2010 - Rockmaraton Festival - Pécs (HU)
SlaytallicA]
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"First the bad ones: it now appears that Kerstin Bischof (guest for Axxis) - who joined the band about a year ago - unfortunately can't be the permanent new singer of Xandria. Due to occupational and private reasons she wants to concentrate on her non-musical career in the future and cannot support Xandria the way it would be necessary. We wish her all the best for the future!
So here and now we are searching for a new singer again, details for applications follow in a few days. We know that you are waiting for a new album, and we are very sorry for keeping you waiting even longer for the new songs, with which we actually wanted to enter the recording studio now.
The good news is that we will play the coming concerts nevertheless, cause our old singer Lisa Middelhauve (guest for Celtic Frost) has agreed to step in for them. But she will not enter the band again, so this will be an unexpected last opportunity for many fans to experience her on stage with Xandria once more!"
Tour dates:
19.03.2010 - Mexico City (MX) - Multiforo Tlalpan (Showtime: 19:00)
19.03.2010 - Teotihuacan (MX) - Rockstk Festival (Showtime: 00:30)
20.03.2010 - Puebla (MX) - Estudio 803
21.03.2010 - Tabasco (MX) - El Rock Nos Une Festival
07.05.2010 - Thessaloniki (GR) - 8Ball Club
08.05.2010 - Athens (GR) - AN Club
10.07.2010 - Rockmaraton Festival - Pécs (HU)
SlaytallicA]
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| Source: | xandria.de |
| Band profile: | Xandria |
Insomnium - European Live Dates With Ghost Brigade
Insomnium are very happy to announce a co-headlining European tour with their good friends Ghost Brigade. The tour wreaks havoc across Central Europe from May 20th to May 29th. The tour is presented by Metal Hammer, Legacy, Twilight and Metal.de. Here are the dates:
20.05.2010 - Markthalle, Hamburg, Germany
22.05.2010 - Haus-11, Stuttgart, Germany
23.05.2010 - Feierwerk, München, Germany
24.05.2010 - Rockhouse, Salzburg, Austria
25.05.2010 - Kiff, Aarau, Switzerland
26.05.2010 - Bibelot, Dordrecht, Netherlands
27.05.2010 - Trix, Antwerpen, Belgium
28.05.2010 - Dynamo, Eindhoven, Netherlands
29.05.2010 - Matrix, Bochum, Germany
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20.05.2010 - Markthalle, Hamburg, Germany
22.05.2010 - Haus-11, Stuttgart, Germany
23.05.2010 - Feierwerk, München, Germany
24.05.2010 - Rockhouse, Salzburg, Austria
25.05.2010 - Kiff, Aarau, Switzerland
26.05.2010 - Bibelot, Dordrecht, Netherlands
27.05.2010 - Trix, Antwerpen, Belgium
28.05.2010 - Dynamo, Eindhoven, Netherlands
29.05.2010 - Matrix, Bochum, Germany
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| Source: | insomnium.net |
| Band profile: | Insomnium |
| Event: | Insomnium + Ghost Brigade |
Svartsot - New Song Online
"Æthelred", a new song from Danish metallers Svartsot, is available for streaming at the band's MySpace page. You can also download the song at this location.
"Æthelred" comes off the band's forthcoming album, Mulmets Viser, which is scheduled for release via Napalm Records on the following dates:
24.03.10 - Spain
26.03.10 - GAS, Benelux, FRA, ITA, SWE
29.03.10 - Rest of Europ
06.04.10 - USA/Canada
Mulmets Viser tracklist:
01. Æthelred
02. Lokkevisen
03. Havfruens Kvad
04. Højen På Glødende Pæle
05. På Odden Af Hans Hedenske Sværd
06. Laster Og Tarv
07. Den Svarte Sot
08. Kromandens Datter
09. Grendel
10. Jagten
11. Lindisfarne
12. I Salens Varme Glød
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"Æthelred" comes off the band's forthcoming album, Mulmets Viser, which is scheduled for release via Napalm Records on the following dates:
24.03.10 - Spain
26.03.10 - GAS, Benelux, FRA, ITA, SWE
29.03.10 - Rest of Europ
06.04.10 - USA/Canada
Mulmets Viser tracklist:
01. Æthelred
02. Lokkevisen
03. Havfruens Kvad
04. Højen På Glødende Pæle
05. På Odden Af Hans Hedenske Sværd
06. Laster Og Tarv
07. Den Svarte Sot
08. Kromandens Datter
09. Grendel
10. Jagten
11. Lindisfarne
12. I Salens Varme Glød
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Svartsot |
Katatonia - To Release New EP
The Longest Year, a new four track EP from Swedish metallers Katatonia, will be released on March 15 via Peaceville Records.
Alongside new single "The Longest Year", taken from the recent Night Is The New Day album, this new EP also features the previously unreleased track "Sold Heart", "Day And Then The Shade" remix and an alternative version of "Idle Blood" plus the videos for both "The Longest Year" directed by Charlie Granberg (Katatonia, My Dying Bride) and "Day and Then The Shade" directed by Lasse Hoile (Porcupine Tree, Opeth).
The EP is now available to pre-order from the Peaceville store. The video for "The Longest Year" will be online next week so check back for more details. Here are a couple of stills from the shoot.
The Longest Year cover art] tracklist:
01. The Longest Year
02. Sold Heart
03. Day And Then The Shade
04. Idle Blood
+ The Longest Year
+ Day And Then The Shade
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Alongside new single "The Longest Year", taken from the recent Night Is The New Day album, this new EP also features the previously unreleased track "Sold Heart", "Day And Then The Shade" remix and an alternative version of "Idle Blood" plus the videos for both "The Longest Year" directed by Charlie Granberg (Katatonia, My Dying Bride) and "Day and Then The Shade" directed by Lasse Hoile (Porcupine Tree, Opeth).
The EP is now available to pre-order from the Peaceville store. The video for "The Longest Year" will be online next week so check back for more details. Here are a couple of stills from the shoot.
The Longest Year cover art] tracklist:
01. The Longest Year
02. Sold Heart
03. Day And Then The Shade
04. Idle Blood
+ The Longest Year
+ Day And Then The Shade
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Katatonia |
Leng Tch'e - Sign With Season Of Mist
Official press release
Season of Mist is proud to announce the fresh addition of Belgian grindcore act Leng Tch'e to the roster! The "razorgrind" band just finished recording their upcoming album at Parlour Studio in Kettering, UK with producer Russ Russell.
Bassist Nicholas Malfeyt commented: "We are very delighted and proud to be joining Season Of Mist. Being added to the same roster as Morbid Angel, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Mayhem, Cynic and other greats is a huge opportunity and extremely motivating and exciting.
Leng Tch'e clearly needs a label with an open mind when it comes to extreme music, Season Of Mist definitely meets this criterion. That's why we feel it's a compliment that Season Of Mist owner Michael Berberian absolutely loved the new Leng Tch'e material. This, together with his modern and realistic vision on the music industry, made him the obvious choice to be working with.
We can hardly wait to release our next full length album in this new relationship with Season of Mist, so you better get ready for the return of the Razorgrind!"
Leng Tch'e's yet-untitled fifth album will be released before the summer. The band recently stated: "This is by far the heaviest and most extreme record we've ever made, and if that wasn't enough, the legendary Mr Barney Greenway himself laid down some guest vocals on a little song called "Totalitarian". Brutal as feck, as they apparently say in the Midlands."
Read the latest blog entries on Leng Tch'e's MySpace for extra details and information.
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Season of Mist is proud to announce the fresh addition of Belgian grindcore act Leng Tch'e to the roster! The "razorgrind" band just finished recording their upcoming album at Parlour Studio in Kettering, UK with producer Russ Russell.
Bassist Nicholas Malfeyt commented: "We are very delighted and proud to be joining Season Of Mist. Being added to the same roster as Morbid Angel, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Mayhem, Cynic and other greats is a huge opportunity and extremely motivating and exciting.
Leng Tch'e clearly needs a label with an open mind when it comes to extreme music, Season Of Mist definitely meets this criterion. That's why we feel it's a compliment that Season Of Mist owner Michael Berberian absolutely loved the new Leng Tch'e material. This, together with his modern and realistic vision on the music industry, made him the obvious choice to be working with.
We can hardly wait to release our next full length album in this new relationship with Season of Mist, so you better get ready for the return of the Razorgrind!"
Leng Tch'e's yet-untitled fifth album will be released before the summer. The band recently stated: "This is by far the heaviest and most extreme record we've ever made, and if that wasn't enough, the legendary Mr Barney Greenway himself laid down some guest vocals on a little song called "Totalitarian". Brutal as feck, as they apparently say in the Midlands."
Read the latest blog entries on Leng Tch'e's MySpace for extra details and information.
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| Source: | season-of-mist.com |
| Band profile: | Leng Tch'e |
Origin - Part Ways With Vocalist, Replacement Announced
US metallers Origin have posted the following statement on their MySpace blog:
"Origin and Extreme Management Group, Inc. are proud to announce the first set of dates for Origin's 2010 spring/summer tour campaign.
Origin will be visiting Australia and New Zealand for the first time ever and will also be returning to Europe. We can not wait to return to our European friends and fans, and look forward to meeting new people in Australia and New Zealand.
As it's been speculated elsewhere, James Lee is no longer a part or Origin. After 9 plus years with the band, it unfortunately came time for Lee and Origin to part ways.
On these tours, please welcome to the stage Mica "Maniac" Meneke (Sol Asunder, Ontogeny, The Faceless, Legion Victorious) on vocals. We are confident that Origin will raise the bar in 2010. We have a few surprises in store, so get ready."
Sincerely, Origin and Extreme Management."
(Also thanks to Dangerboner)
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"Origin and Extreme Management Group, Inc. are proud to announce the first set of dates for Origin's 2010 spring/summer tour campaign.
Origin will be visiting Australia and New Zealand for the first time ever and will also be returning to Europe. We can not wait to return to our European friends and fans, and look forward to meeting new people in Australia and New Zealand.
As it's been speculated elsewhere, James Lee is no longer a part or Origin. After 9 plus years with the band, it unfortunately came time for Lee and Origin to part ways.
On these tours, please welcome to the stage Mica "Maniac" Meneke (Sol Asunder, Ontogeny, The Faceless, Legion Victorious) on vocals. We are confident that Origin will raise the bar in 2010. We have a few surprises in store, so get ready."
Sincerely, Origin and Extreme Management."
(Also thanks to Dangerboner)
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Origin |
Galadriel - Dodo Datel Hearing Problems, Levice Show Cancelled
Galadriel vocalist and bassist Dodo Datel has posted the following statement on their Myspace blog:
"Dear fans !
I'm in bad health state. I have a problem with the hearing damage of my right ear! I'm currently in the healing process. Due to this problem we need to cancel our show in Levice (SK) on 27th February. I hope all fans and organizers too will understand and accept this situation. I hope I'll be OK in the nearest future, because I can't imagine my life without music !!!"
Dodo Datel
"Dear fans !
I'm in bad health state. I have a problem with the hearing damage of my right ear! I'm currently in the healing process. Due to this problem we need to cancel our show in Levice (SK) on 27th February. I hope all fans and organizers too will understand and accept this situation. I hope I'll be OK in the nearest future, because I can't imagine my life without music !!!"
Dodo Datel
| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Galadriel |
High On Fire - Entire New Album Streaming Online
Snakes For The Divine, the forthcoming album from US metallers High On Fire, is available for streaming online in its entirety at the band's MySpace page.
Snakes For The Divine will be released on February 23 via E1 Music in the US and on March 8 in Europe via Century Media Records.
Snakes For The Divine cover art] tracklist:
01. Snakes Of The Divine
02. Frost Hammer
03. Bastard Samurai
04. Ghost Arm
05. The Path
06. Fire, Flood, & Plague
07. How Dark We Pray
08. Holy Flames Of The Fire Spitter
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Snakes For The Divine will be released on February 23 via E1 Music in the US and on March 8 in Europe via Century Media Records.
Snakes For The Divine cover art] tracklist:
01. Snakes Of The Divine
02. Frost Hammer
03. Bastard Samurai
04. Ghost Arm
05. The Path
06. Fire, Flood, & Plague
07. How Dark We Pray
08. Holy Flames Of The Fire Spitter
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | High On Fire |
Mayhem - Cancel North American Tour
Norwegian black metal legends Mayhem have cancelled their previously announced North American "Deconsecration Pt. II" tour, which was scheduled to kick off on April 7 in Washington D.C. and which was supposed to feature Tombs, Ludicra and Krallice as support bands. The band has issued the following statement:
"Despite all attempt to save the USA/CANADA tour we are now forced to cancel it due to the financial situation. We are very sorry for all those who expected to see Mayhem live, we hope the situation will be better next time. We will work hard on getting back over there as soon as possible."
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"Despite all attempt to save the USA/CANADA tour we are now forced to cancel it due to the financial situation. We are very sorry for all those who expected to see Mayhem live, we hope the situation will be better next time. We will work hard on getting back over there as soon as possible."
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Mayhem |
| Event: | Mayhem: Deconsecration Pt. II Tour [CANCELLED] |
Kalmah - Two New Songs Online
Finnish metallers Kalmah have posted online two new songs, "Bullets Are Blind" and "One Of Fail", on their MySpace page.
The two new songs come off the band's forthcoming album, 12 Gauge, which is scheduled for release in Japan on February 24 (March 3 in the rest of the World) via Spinefarm Records.
In other news the band will film a video for the song "12 Gauge" later this week. The clip will make its online debut in late February/early March.
12 Gauge cover art] tracklist:
01. Rust Never Sleeps
02. One Of Fail
03. Bullets Are Blind
04. Swampwar
05. Better Not To Tell
06. Hook The Monster
07. Godeye
08. 12 Gauge
09. Sacramentum
10. Cold Sweat
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The two new songs come off the band's forthcoming album, 12 Gauge, which is scheduled for release in Japan on February 24 (March 3 in the rest of the World) via Spinefarm Records.
In other news the band will film a video for the song "12 Gauge" later this week. The clip will make its online debut in late February/early March.
12 Gauge cover art] tracklist:
01. Rust Never Sleeps
02. One Of Fail
03. Bullets Are Blind
04. Swampwar
05. Better Not To Tell
06. Hook The Monster
07. Godeye
08. 12 Gauge
09. Sacramentum
10. Cold Sweat
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| Source: | kalmah.com |
| Band profile: | Kalmah |
Nightrage - New Video Online
"Wearing A Martyr's Crown", the new video from Swedish metallers Nightrage, can be viewed at this location. The clip was once again directed by Bob Katsionis, who previously worked with the band on the "Scathing" video.
"Wearing A Martyr's Crown" comes off the band's latest album, Wearing A Martyr's Crown, which was released on June 2009 via Lifeforce Records.
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"Wearing A Martyr's Crown" comes off the band's latest album, Wearing A Martyr's Crown, which was released on June 2009 via Lifeforce Records.
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| Source: | youtube.com |
| Band profile: | Nightrage |