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Opeth - Members Involved In Suicide Bus Crash
Earlier this week, Opeth's tour bus crashed into another car that made an unexpected U-turn in the middle of the highway as the band (minus Åkerfeldt, Axenrot, Äkesson who had flown home to Sweden) and their crew were on the way to Brussels/Belgium. Nobody in the band or crew got hurt, but apparently the driver of the other car got critically injured (and passed away later). Opeth will go ahead and play the Brussels date on the 17th as well as the remaining shows of the Progressive nation tour.
Guitarist/vocalist Mikael Åkerfeldt has issued the following: "Myself, Axe, Fredrik and our soundman, Pontus Norgren decided to fly home to our families for a few days as the option would have been three days off in Brussels. Now I hear that our bus apparently crashed into this other car making a unexpected U-turn in the middle of the highway. Mendez and Per were on the bus together with the rest of our crew but nobody got hurt. They are however shocked and very shaken of course. The driver in the other car was critically injured. I've not heard back from anyone yet regarding his progress but apparently it's not looking very good. Hoping for the best however.
I don't know where or when this happened but I know the bus was heading from Dublin to Brussels. I'll let you know more as soon as I get some information, but as for now everyone in the band are safe and same with our crew. As far as I know the only injured person was the driver of the other car, which obviously is horrible enough! To be honest, I rarely think about things, accidents like this, but fuck man, it happens! My mind's all over the place and right now I don't want to go back out. But... the show in Brussels on the 17th and the remaining part of the tour will go ahead as planned."
But now it appears that the Opeth bus accident was actually the result of a suicide: their tour bus crashed into a driver aiming to take his own life. Mikael Åkerfeldt explains: "I just got a text from Mendez who says that the driver of the other car (who made the U-turn) that our bus crashed into, sadly passed away from his injuries. On top of that it seems as if it was a deliberate death-stunt from his side as the police had found a suicide-letter in the car-wreck.
This is just getting more odd and scary, I tell ya. I've no idea who he was but I have to say our condoleances goes out to his family and loved ones anyways either though we don't have a name at this point. I'm kinda lost for words here."
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Guitarist/vocalist Mikael Åkerfeldt has issued the following: "Myself, Axe, Fredrik and our soundman, Pontus Norgren decided to fly home to our families for a few days as the option would have been three days off in Brussels. Now I hear that our bus apparently crashed into this other car making a unexpected U-turn in the middle of the highway. Mendez and Per were on the bus together with the rest of our crew but nobody got hurt. They are however shocked and very shaken of course. The driver in the other car was critically injured. I've not heard back from anyone yet regarding his progress but apparently it's not looking very good. Hoping for the best however.
I don't know where or when this happened but I know the bus was heading from Dublin to Brussels. I'll let you know more as soon as I get some information, but as for now everyone in the band are safe and same with our crew. As far as I know the only injured person was the driver of the other car, which obviously is horrible enough! To be honest, I rarely think about things, accidents like this, but fuck man, it happens! My mind's all over the place and right now I don't want to go back out. But... the show in Brussels on the 17th and the remaining part of the tour will go ahead as planned."
But now it appears that the Opeth bus accident was actually the result of a suicide: their tour bus crashed into a driver aiming to take his own life. Mikael Åkerfeldt explains: "I just got a text from Mendez who says that the driver of the other car (who made the U-turn) that our bus crashed into, sadly passed away from his injuries. On top of that it seems as if it was a deliberate death-stunt from his side as the police had found a suicide-letter in the car-wreck.
This is just getting more odd and scary, I tell ya. I've no idea who he was but I have to say our condoleances goes out to his family and loved ones anyways either though we don't have a name at this point. I'm kinda lost for words here."
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| Source: | opeth.com |
| Band profile: | Opeth |
Black Breath - Sign To Southern Lord Recordings
Southern Lord Recordings is eager to announce the official signing of Washington's Black Breath. Their riotous "Razor To Oblivion" MLP is set for re-release on Southern Lord this November 10th, and their debut full-length will see the light of day in early 2010.
Black Breath emerged from dank basements and dive bars in the belly of Bellingham, Washington in 2005. Bored by the region's apathy towards trenchant and punishing music, they combined elements of punk and metal with doses of the garage rock of their hometown. Their sound is acutely classic without being painfully retro; a ripping blend of Bathory, Celtic Frost, Poison Idea and Discharge.
Following a series of demos and a chain of below the radar tours across the continent, the band relocated to Seattle. Without even unpacking the van, Back Breath churned out the "Razor to Oblivion" MLP on their own Hot Mass imprint; a four song affair chock full of anger and distortion. 2009 saw the band touring heavily in support of this release, heading a charge across North America with Victims, Rise And Fall, and Trap Them.
With the Northwest winter casting a dreary shadow over Seattle, Black Breath is proud to announce their partnership with Southern Lord Records. The band's upcoming debut LP was recorded in June 2009 with Kurt Ballou (Converge, Trap Them, Cursed) at GodCity Studios. A much darker beast than previous efforts, the record features equal regiments of Swedish death metal, American heavy metal and sheer blasphemy. Their roadshow will hit the pavement in 2010. The band have a show coming in November with D.R.I., with more to be announced soon.
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Black Breath emerged from dank basements and dive bars in the belly of Bellingham, Washington in 2005. Bored by the region's apathy towards trenchant and punishing music, they combined elements of punk and metal with doses of the garage rock of their hometown. Their sound is acutely classic without being painfully retro; a ripping blend of Bathory, Celtic Frost, Poison Idea and Discharge.
Following a series of demos and a chain of below the radar tours across the continent, the band relocated to Seattle. Without even unpacking the van, Back Breath churned out the "Razor to Oblivion" MLP on their own Hot Mass imprint; a four song affair chock full of anger and distortion. 2009 saw the band touring heavily in support of this release, heading a charge across North America with Victims, Rise And Fall, and Trap Them.
With the Northwest winter casting a dreary shadow over Seattle, Black Breath is proud to announce their partnership with Southern Lord Records. The band's upcoming debut LP was recorded in June 2009 with Kurt Ballou (Converge, Trap Them, Cursed) at GodCity Studios. A much darker beast than previous efforts, the record features equal regiments of Swedish death metal, American heavy metal and sheer blasphemy. Their roadshow will hit the pavement in 2010. The band have a show coming in November with D.R.I., with more to be announced soon.
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| Source: | sludgeswamp.blogspot.com |
Fozzy - Two New Songs Online
Fozzy - the band featuring WWE Wrestling Superstar Chris Jericho and Stuck Mojo mastermind Rich "The Duke" Ward - release their 4th album "Chasing The Grail" through Riot Entertainment worldwide on January 19th, 2010.
After the massive success of "Martyr No More", Link] which became a YouTube sensation with over 40 000 plays in its first 3 days, Fozzy have launched the albums next track "Let The Madness Begin" Check it out here.
The cover art for "Chasing The Grail" was designed by George Lenox.
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After the massive success of "Martyr No More", Link] which became a YouTube sensation with over 40 000 plays in its first 3 days, Fozzy have launched the albums next track "Let The Madness Begin" Check it out here.
The cover art for "Chasing The Grail" was designed by George Lenox.
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| Source: | riotact.com.au |
Manowar - To Tour The World In 2010
The band have announced that they will embark on their "Death To Infidels World Tour 2010" next year. Two German dates have been announced, the rest are to follow.
"That's right! The Kings Of Metal are hitting the road again. Marking Manowar's first world tour since 1998, Death To Infidels World Tour 2010 is sure to be a grand testament to one of the greatest heavy metal bands of all time. Don't miss the chance to see Manowar in all their glory as they take up the reins for their first globetrotting assault in more than a decade.
Tickets for some of the shows in Germany are already on sale! This is the first time Manowar goes on an indoor tour of Germany since 2007. Add to this up-and-coming Magic Circle Music artists HolyHell and Metalforce and the Death To Infidels World Tour 2010 is sure to be one of the "don't miss" spectacles of the New Year.
More dates, both in Germany and elsewhere will be announced soon!"
There will also apparently be "special surprises in store for those who attend the shows", where the details of this are to be announced soon.
"Make your pilgrimage to the altar of metal and bow down before the mighty Manowar.
Death To Infidels World Tour 2010 - Believe. Behold. Become."
"That's right! The Kings Of Metal are hitting the road again. Marking Manowar's first world tour since 1998, Death To Infidels World Tour 2010 is sure to be a grand testament to one of the greatest heavy metal bands of all time. Don't miss the chance to see Manowar in all their glory as they take up the reins for their first globetrotting assault in more than a decade.
Tickets for some of the shows in Germany are already on sale! This is the first time Manowar goes on an indoor tour of Germany since 2007. Add to this up-and-coming Magic Circle Music artists HolyHell and Metalforce and the Death To Infidels World Tour 2010 is sure to be one of the "don't miss" spectacles of the New Year.
More dates, both in Germany and elsewhere will be announced soon!"
There will also apparently be "special surprises in store for those who attend the shows", where the details of this are to be announced soon.
"Make your pilgrimage to the altar of metal and bow down before the mighty Manowar.
Death To Infidels World Tour 2010 - Believe. Behold. Become."
| Source: | manowar.com |
| Band profile: | Manowar |
Pantheist - Looking For New Guitar Player
Pantheist have posted the following news on MySpace:
"Following 3 great years of collaboration, fantastic times at gigs, in tour vans and the studio, we have sadly decided to part ways with guitarist Pete Benjamin (Akercocke, Corpsing, For The Blind). For the upcoming gigs this year, our Belgian, Czech and Polish fans will have the opportunity to witness Pantheist with Esoteric's Greg Chandler joining Ilia on guitar duties. We are really excited about this one-off set of appearances, as Greg, who engineered our latest album "Journey Through Lands Unknown", brings his own flair into our music.
Following these concerts we will be looking into recruiting a suitably talented and open-minded replacement for Pete. We are looking for someone capable of both rhythm and lead guitar, with their own equipment, suitable for live performances and willing to commit to at least 3 rehearsals a month in London, England. Live and recording experience and skills in other instruments are not necessary but highly welcome. If you feel you are the right person for the job, contact the band at the MySpace site."
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"Following 3 great years of collaboration, fantastic times at gigs, in tour vans and the studio, we have sadly decided to part ways with guitarist Pete Benjamin (Akercocke, Corpsing, For The Blind). For the upcoming gigs this year, our Belgian, Czech and Polish fans will have the opportunity to witness Pantheist with Esoteric's Greg Chandler joining Ilia on guitar duties. We are really excited about this one-off set of appearances, as Greg, who engineered our latest album "Journey Through Lands Unknown", brings his own flair into our music.
Following these concerts we will be looking into recruiting a suitably talented and open-minded replacement for Pete. We are looking for someone capable of both rhythm and lead guitar, with their own equipment, suitable for live performances and willing to commit to at least 3 rehearsals a month in London, England. Live and recording experience and skills in other instruments are not necessary but highly welcome. If you feel you are the right person for the job, contact the band at the MySpace site."
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Pantheïst |
Venom - The South American Dates Of Hell Tour
Venom will be embarking on a tour of South America this coming December 2009. The bands management commented: "we started looking into the possibility of organising a Venom tour in South America a couple of years back, Venom have a massive following in Latin America, and now that the bands Agent has organised a fantastic tour with the Promoters, the band immediately agreed to take time out from recording the new album to start their rehearsals for the tour.é
The dates are as follows:
Dec. 05 - Mexico, Mexico City - Circo Volador
Dec. 06 - Colombia, Bogotá - Teatro Metropol
Dec. 09 - Chile, Santiago - Teatro Caupolican
Dec. 10 - Argentina, Buenos Aires - Teatro Flores
Dec. 12 - Brazil, São Paulo - Victoria Hall
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The dates are as follows:
Dec. 05 - Mexico, Mexico City - Circo Volador
Dec. 06 - Colombia, Bogotá - Teatro Metropol
Dec. 09 - Chile, Santiago - Teatro Caupolican
Dec. 10 - Argentina, Buenos Aires - Teatro Flores
Dec. 12 - Brazil, São Paulo - Victoria Hall
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| Source: | venomslegions.com |
| Band profile: | Venom |
| Event: | Venom: The South American Dates Of Hell Tour |
Type O Negative - Keyboardist To Sit Out US Tour
Type O Negative have issued the following update:
"For the last several months, Josh Silver has been in school working towards certification as a paramedic. He is in the heart of the program and will be unable to tour with the band on the upcoming dates. Rest assured, Josh remains a member of Type O Negative and will continue working with the band going forward. With that said, we would like to announce that stepping in on keyboards for the dates will be Scott Warren from Heaven And Hell/Dio."
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"For the last several months, Josh Silver has been in school working towards certification as a paramedic. He is in the heart of the program and will be unable to tour with the band on the upcoming dates. Rest assured, Josh remains a member of Type O Negative and will continue working with the band going forward. With that said, we would like to announce that stepping in on keyboards for the dates will be Scott Warren from Heaven And Hell/Dio."
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Type O Negative |
| Event: | Type O Negative: N. American Tour |
Annotations Of An Autopsy - Album Cover Artwork Revealed
Annotations Of An Autopsy have just revealed the cover artwork for their upcoming second album, which can be viewed here. The tracklist will be announced soon.
"The Reign Of Darkness" is scheduled for a January 2010 release via Nuclear Blast.
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"The Reign Of Darkness" is scheduled for a January 2010 release via Nuclear Blast.
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| Source: | nuclearblast.de |
| Band profile: | Annotations Of An Autopsy |
Orden Ogan - Sign With AFM Records
AFM Records presents a new high-class addition to its roster: Orden Ogan. The Melodic/Power/Folk Metal band from Arnsberg, Germany, is one of Europe´s hottest prospects of the last years. Orden Ogan have released their first own-pressed CD "Testimonium A.D." in 2004, to critical acclaim. Their label debut album "Vale" then followed in February 2008, with again critics praising the band´s undenieable qualities. Despite all their traditional Metal roots, the band never becomes stereotype, but sounds fresh and up-to-date. Symphonic keyboards melt into grinding guitar riffs, bombastic choirs and orchestral arrangements create an impressive wall of sound.
The new Orden Ogan album "Easton Hope" will be released in early 2010. It will be the band´s first world wide release. In August Orden Ogan already uploaded their new video clip ?We Are Pirates", which can we viewed here. The song was used by Germany´s biggest TV station RTL for several trailers that aired during the station´s Formula 1 broadcast. More info on the new hopefuls of German Metal can be found here.
The band comments: "We always wanted to have a label that really believes in the band and gives 110% for Orden Ogan. We're very happy to announce that we signed in with AFM records and are absolutely sure that this is the right decision and the right Partner for Orden Ogan. AFM are one of the leading German metal labels as you can see when you take a look at the roster: Doro, Destruction, U.D.O. and so on... We're very proud to be part of the family now and are looking forward to our years and releases at AFM. Our new record "Easton Hope" will be released January 2010."
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The new Orden Ogan album "Easton Hope" will be released in early 2010. It will be the band´s first world wide release. In August Orden Ogan already uploaded their new video clip ?We Are Pirates", which can we viewed here. The song was used by Germany´s biggest TV station RTL for several trailers that aired during the station´s Formula 1 broadcast. More info on the new hopefuls of German Metal can be found here.
The band comments: "We always wanted to have a label that really believes in the band and gives 110% for Orden Ogan. We're very happy to announce that we signed in with AFM records and are absolutely sure that this is the right decision and the right Partner for Orden Ogan. AFM are one of the leading German metal labels as you can see when you take a look at the roster: Doro, Destruction, U.D.O. and so on... We're very proud to be part of the family now and are looking forward to our years and releases at AFM. Our new record "Easton Hope" will be released January 2010."
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| Source: | afm-records.de |
| Band profile: | Orden Ogan |
Nostradameus - New Album Details
The new Nostradameus album "Illusion´s Parade" will be released on November, 13th, 2009. With their five studio albums, the band acuired a true fan base with their own kind of Power Metal which contains American as well as European influences.
The album was once again produced by Anders "Theo" Theander in the famous Roasting House Studios in Sweden. The result is a fresh mixture of speed, heavyness and thrilling intensity.
"Illusion's Parade" cover art] tracklist:
01. Art Of Deception Listen]
02. Mariner
03. Walk Of Pain
04. Nothing
05. Virgin Mary
06. Eclipse Of The Sun Cult
07. Illusion's Parade
08. Armageddon Forever
09. Time For Madness
10. The Voyager
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The album was once again produced by Anders "Theo" Theander in the famous Roasting House Studios in Sweden. The result is a fresh mixture of speed, heavyness and thrilling intensity.
"Illusion's Parade" cover art] tracklist:
01. Art Of Deception Listen]
02. Mariner
03. Walk Of Pain
04. Nothing
05. Virgin Mary
06. Eclipse Of The Sun Cult
07. Illusion's Parade
08. Armageddon Forever
09. Time For Madness
10. The Voyager
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| Source: | afm-records.de |
| Band profile: | Nostradameus |
Lion's Share - Write Intro Song For Swedish Ice Hockey Team
Lion's Share members Lars Chriss and Sampo Axelsson have, in cooperation with Sidelake Media and Christian Rehn (Angtoria), written the official intro song for Swedish elite ice hockey team Timrå IK (Red Eagles). The clip is shown up on the Jumbotron when the players enter the ice.
"The main riff was based on the song "Shadows" from Lion's Share's "Two" (1997) album, with an AC/DC and Rammstein twist since this style works so well in hockey arenas."
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"The main riff was based on the song "Shadows" from Lion's Share's "Two" (1997) album, with an AC/DC and Rammstein twist since this style works so well in hockey arenas."
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| Source: | lionsshare.org |
| Band profile: | Lion's Share |
Tardive Dyskinesia - Full Album Preview Available
"The Sea Of See Through Skins" is the title of the brand new album by Greek metallers Tardive Dyskinesia that has been released the 12th October via Coroner Records. Aggressive, math, psychotic and obsessive are the keywords that identify this new work, amazingly mixed and mastered by Jochem Jacob at Split Second Sound Studio in Holland (Textures, In-Quest, Chiraw). You can listen to a full preview of the new album here.
"The Sea Of See Through Skins" cover art] tracklist:
01. Triggering The Fear Reactor
02. Complicity
03. Downfall
04. Dog
05. The Sea Of See Through Skins
06. Brains Trust
07. Ask E Sea
09. Reverse Arms
09. Tinge Of Irony
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"The Sea Of See Through Skins" cover art] tracklist:
01. Triggering The Fear Reactor
02. Complicity
03. Downfall
04. Dog
05. The Sea Of See Through Skins
06. Brains Trust
07. Ask E Sea
09. Reverse Arms
09. Tinge Of Irony
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| Source: | coronerrecords.net |
Algaion - New Album Details
Reactivated Swedish Atmospheric Black Metallers Algaion have set their third upcoming effort as "Exthros" (meaning "Enemy" in Greek). "Exthros" was recorded at Helltower Studio by Algaion live/studio drummer Robert Eng (also of Corporation 187 fame) and the mastering duties were handled by Simon Söderberg at Mayfire Studio.
"Exthros" cover art] tracklist:
01. Alpha
02. That Time Is Nigh
03. Theos Tou Aimatos Listen]
04. We Are The Enemy
05. The Last Of Cursed Days
06. Nature Our Slave
07. Ruach Adversi
08. This Is Our Temple
09. Sign Of Evil Existence / The Era Of Satan Rising
10. House Of War
11. Omega
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"Exthros" cover art] tracklist:
01. Alpha
02. That Time Is Nigh
03. Theos Tou Aimatos Listen]
04. We Are The Enemy
05. The Last Of Cursed Days
06. Nature Our Slave
07. Ruach Adversi
08. This Is Our Temple
09. Sign Of Evil Existence / The Era Of Satan Rising
10. House Of War
11. Omega
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| Source: | pulverised.net |
Swallow The Sun - New Song Online
Finnish metal band Swallow The Sun has posted a new song, ''These Woods Breathe Evil'', at their MySpace page http://www.myspace.com/swallowthesundoom. This track comes off the bands upcoming album ''New Moon'', which will be released in early November via Spinefarm Records.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Swallow The Sun |
Twinspirits - Announce Italian Tour
"Italy In Progress Tour 2009" YtseJam Kr + Twinspirits + guests
Twinspirits and OnStage Booking are pleased to announce the first leg of "Italy in Progress Tour 2009", which will kick off in December, bringing the band in some of the best rock live club around Italy:
"Italy In Progress Tour 2009"
YtseJam Kr + Twinspirits + guest
03/12/2009 "MILANO in progress 2009" Zoe Club - Milano
04/12/2009 "BOLOGNA in progress 2009" Ke Me Meo - Argelato (BO)
05/12/2009 "PADOVA in progress 2009" Country Star - Albignasego (PD)
10/12/2009 "PERUGIA in progress 2009" Urban Club - Perugia
11/12/2009 "CASERTA in progress 2009" Oddly Shed - Casagiove (CE)
13/12/2009 "ROMA in progress 2009" Locanda Blues - Roma
In these shows Twinspirits will play songs from their new album "The Forbidden City", lately released by Lion Music. Every show will be co-headlined by Ytsejam Kr, an impressive combo that held the "Official Dream Theater Tribute Band" title from November 25th 2006 until December 31st 2007.
But there's even more! Every gig will host a cool prog-metal local band as an opening act, for the best progressive experience ever! Just to mention some: for all the guitar freaks out there, Daniele Gottardo (Guitar Idol UK finalist 2008/2009, Steve Vai Guitar Idol Award winner 2009) will be the ice-breaker in both Milan and Padova, unveiling some fine tunes from his forthcoming solo release "Frenzy of Ecstasy" (soon to be released by Favored Nations). Chapter Zero will warm up the crowd in Bologna (Ke Me Meo club) with their complex-yet-melodic style.
Twinspirits have just released their second album The Forbidden City through Lion Music.
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Twinspirits and OnStage Booking are pleased to announce the first leg of "Italy in Progress Tour 2009", which will kick off in December, bringing the band in some of the best rock live club around Italy:
"Italy In Progress Tour 2009"
YtseJam Kr + Twinspirits + guest
03/12/2009 "MILANO in progress 2009" Zoe Club - Milano
04/12/2009 "BOLOGNA in progress 2009" Ke Me Meo - Argelato (BO)
05/12/2009 "PADOVA in progress 2009" Country Star - Albignasego (PD)
10/12/2009 "PERUGIA in progress 2009" Urban Club - Perugia
11/12/2009 "CASERTA in progress 2009" Oddly Shed - Casagiove (CE)
13/12/2009 "ROMA in progress 2009" Locanda Blues - Roma
In these shows Twinspirits will play songs from their new album "The Forbidden City", lately released by Lion Music. Every show will be co-headlined by Ytsejam Kr, an impressive combo that held the "Official Dream Theater Tribute Band" title from November 25th 2006 until December 31st 2007.
But there's even more! Every gig will host a cool prog-metal local band as an opening act, for the best progressive experience ever! Just to mention some: for all the guitar freaks out there, Daniele Gottardo (Guitar Idol UK finalist 2008/2009, Steve Vai Guitar Idol Award winner 2009) will be the ice-breaker in both Milan and Padova, unveiling some fine tunes from his forthcoming solo release "Frenzy of Ecstasy" (soon to be released by Favored Nations). Chapter Zero will warm up the crowd in Bologna (Ke Me Meo club) with their complex-yet-melodic style.
Twinspirits have just released their second album The Forbidden City through Lion Music.
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| Band profile: | Twinspirits |