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Led Zeppelin - Present Day Developments
Led Zeppelin bassist John Paul Jones has spoken to BBC Radio about Led Zeppelin's future plans and it would seem that a new album is in the works as well as a new tour.
"It would seem as", though original frontman Robert Plant is not going to be part of the band's future plans. But bassist John Paul Jones has confirmed rumours that Led Zeppelin have been having regular rehearsals and are planning something big for the near future.
After confirming that "a couple" of singers have tried out for the band, JPJ went on to say: "We want to do it. It's sounding great and we want to get on and get out there."
On the subject of a new vocalist for the band, Jones said: "It's got to be right. There's no point in just finding another Robert. You could get that out of a tribute band, but we don't want to be our own tribute band. There would be a record and a tour, but everyone has to be on board."
Also eGigs.co.uk reported a few days ago that John Paul Jones has confirmed reports that that he, guitarist Jimmy Page and drummer Jason Bonham ? following the band's one off appearance at O2 Arena, London last year ? were itching to get out on the road. Singer Robert Plant has already announced that he has no plans to join them, as he was committed to his work with Alison Krauss, although they could be reunited with him in "a couple of years."
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"It would seem as", though original frontman Robert Plant is not going to be part of the band's future plans. But bassist John Paul Jones has confirmed rumours that Led Zeppelin have been having regular rehearsals and are planning something big for the near future.
After confirming that "a couple" of singers have tried out for the band, JPJ went on to say: "We want to do it. It's sounding great and we want to get on and get out there."
On the subject of a new vocalist for the band, Jones said: "It's got to be right. There's no point in just finding another Robert. You could get that out of a tribute band, but we don't want to be our own tribute band. There would be a record and a tour, but everyone has to be on board."
Also eGigs.co.uk reported a few days ago that John Paul Jones has confirmed reports that that he, guitarist Jimmy Page and drummer Jason Bonham ? following the band's one off appearance at O2 Arena, London last year ? were itching to get out on the road. Singer Robert Plant has already announced that he has no plans to join them, as he was committed to his work with Alison Krauss, although they could be reunited with him in "a couple of years."
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| Source: | metalhammer.co.uk |
| Band profile: | Led Zeppelin |
Guillotine - Entire New Album Available For Streaming
In conjunction with Terrorizer Magazine, Guillotine's second full-length album "Blood Money" is now available for full streaming in its entirety on the Terrorizer website in support of the promotion of this Thrash Metal masterpiece! Streaming starts 27th October 2008 and ends on 2nd November 2008.
A press release from Pulverised Records reads as follows:
"The Executioners have returned! Reactivated and armed with a ferocious new album "Blood Money", Guillotine sets the benchmark of intense Thrash Metal to deadly new heights; essential melodic hooks with just the right amount brewed into perfection to split your skull into pieces!
Featuring Nils Eriksson and Fredrik Mannberg from the mighty Nocturnal Rites and together in collaboration with the master of Thrash Metal artist Ed Repka (Megadeth, Atheist, Death, Venom, etc), Guillotine will crush all competitors in the genre and emerge as the reigning kings of Thrash Metaldom!
Mixed at Toontrack Studio by Mattias Eklund (Nocturnal Rites, Naglfar, etc) and mastered by Goran Finnberg at The Mastering Room (Soilwork, In Flames, Dark Tranquillity, etc)."
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A press release from Pulverised Records reads as follows:
"The Executioners have returned! Reactivated and armed with a ferocious new album "Blood Money", Guillotine sets the benchmark of intense Thrash Metal to deadly new heights; essential melodic hooks with just the right amount brewed into perfection to split your skull into pieces!
Featuring Nils Eriksson and Fredrik Mannberg from the mighty Nocturnal Rites and together in collaboration with the master of Thrash Metal artist Ed Repka (Megadeth, Atheist, Death, Venom, etc), Guillotine will crush all competitors in the genre and emerge as the reigning kings of Thrash Metaldom!
Mixed at Toontrack Studio by Mattias Eklund (Nocturnal Rites, Naglfar, etc) and mastered by Goran Finnberg at The Mastering Room (Soilwork, In Flames, Dark Tranquillity, etc)."
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| Source: | terrorizer.com |
| Band profile: | Guillotine |
Vomitory - Enter The Studio In January
On January 5th, 2009 Swedish Death Metal band Vomitory will enter Leon Music Studios in Karlstad/Sweden to begin recordings for their seventh (yet untitled) album. Studio owner Rikard Löfgren will once again engineer, partially produce, mix and master the new album like he did with its predecessor "Terrorize Brutalize Sodomize"!
The new album is scheduled for a May 2009 release through Metal Blade Records in Europe. The release date for the US and the rest of the world is not set yet.
The new album is scheduled for a May 2009 release through Metal Blade Records in Europe. The release date for the US and the rest of the world is not set yet.
| Source: | metalblade.de |
| Band profile: | Vomitory |
Obscura - Confirmed As Co-Headliner For Euroblast Festival
German progressive death metallers Obscura and Dew-Scented will headline next year's edition of the Euroblast Festival, set to take place January 24th, 2009 in Cologne, Germany. For detailed information, visit www.myspace.com/euroblastfestival.
Recently Obscura announced "Cosmogenesis" as the title of its second full-length album, due in early 2009 via Relapse Records. The CD features guest appearances from Ron Jarzombek (Watchtower, Spastic Ink, Blotted Science) and Tymon Kruidenier (Cynic, Exivious).
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Recently Obscura announced "Cosmogenesis" as the title of its second full-length album, due in early 2009 via Relapse Records. The CD features guest appearances from Ron Jarzombek (Watchtower, Spastic Ink, Blotted Science) and Tymon Kruidenier (Cynic, Exivious).
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Obscura |
| Event: | Euroblast Festival Vol. 3 |
Behemoth - New Song Online
A new Behemoth track, entitled "Quadosh", is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page.
The song comes off the band's new EP, entitled "Ezkaton", which is scheduled for release on November 11 through Metal Blade Records.
More details of "Ezkaton" were already reported earlier at this location.
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The song comes off the band's new EP, entitled "Ezkaton", which is scheduled for release on November 11 through Metal Blade Records.
More details of "Ezkaton" were already reported earlier at this location.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Behemoth |
Tarja Turunen - North American Dates Announced
Former Nightwish singer Tarja Turunen has announced the following North American shows for 2009.
Storm Returns to the America's Tour 2009:
Apr. 29 - The Fillmore NY @ Irving Plaza - New York, NY
May 01 - Le Medley - Montreal, QC
May 02 - Opera House - Toronto, ON
May 04 - House Of Blues - Chicago, IL
May 07 - Regency Center - San Francisco, CA
May 08 - House Of Blues - Hollywood, CA
Storm Returns to the America's Tour 2009:
Apr. 29 - The Fillmore NY @ Irving Plaza - New York, NY
May 01 - Le Medley - Montreal, QC
May 02 - Opera House - Toronto, ON
May 04 - House Of Blues - Chicago, IL
May 07 - Regency Center - San Francisco, CA
May 08 - House Of Blues - Hollywood, CA
| Source: | tarjaturunen.com |
| Band profile: | Tarja |
Death Angel - To Team Up With Armored Saint For Australian Tour
According to a posting on the fasterlouder.com forum, US Bay Area Trashers Death Angel and Heavy Metallers Armored Saint will team up for an Australian tour in March next year.
The dates are as follows:
March 10 - Brisbane - The Tivoli Theatre
March 11 - Melbourne - Billboard The Venue
March 12 - Sydney - The Forum
March 13 - Adelaide - HQ
March 15 - Perth - The Capitol
Tickets go on sale on November 7 at 9:00 a.m.
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The dates are as follows:
March 10 - Brisbane - The Tivoli Theatre
March 11 - Melbourne - Billboard The Venue
March 12 - Sydney - The Forum
March 13 - Adelaide - HQ
March 15 - Perth - The Capitol
Tickets go on sale on November 7 at 9:00 a.m.
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| Source: | fasterlouder.com.au |
| Band profile: | Death Angel |
| Event: | Death Angel + Armored Saint: Australian Tour 2009 |
Horna - First USA Tour Ever
Original news, posted on 17.07.2008
Moribund Cult Records states:
"The wait is finally over: Finnish black metal legends Horna will be touring the United States for the first time, starting on Samhain night and following through the duration of November. Joining Horna for their maiden American voyage are fellow MORIBUND terrorists AZRAEL and BLOOD STAINED DUSK, newly signed to the label. Long-running and well-respected American black metal band Kult Of Azazel will be joining the entourage for select dates. Here are the confirmed dates thus far:
Oct. 31 - San Francisco, CA
Nov. 1 - Los Angeles, CA
Nov. 2 - San Marcos, CA
Nov. 3 - Las Vegas, NV
Nov. 4 - Salt Lake City, UT
Nov. 5 - Denver, CO
Nov. 7 - San Antonio, TX
Nov. 8 - Houston, TX
Nov. 9 - New Orleans, LA
Nov. 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FL
Nov. 12 - Jacksonville, FL
Nov. 13 - Atlanta, GA
Nov. 14 - Winston Salem, NC
Nov. 15 - Springfield, VA
Nov. 16 - NYC, NY
Nov. 18 - Chicago, IL
Nov. 19 - Minneapolis, MN
Nov. 21 - Seattle, WA
Nov. 22 - Portland, OR
Venues and sponsorship shall be announced shortly. A new Horna album is due domestically later this year through MORIBUND. For more information, consult legion-horna.com and moribundcult.com."
UPDATE (thanks to wolfheart)
The final tour schedule with confirmed dates and locations is shaping up as follows:
October 31 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Black Castle (w/ Nokturne, Spiculum Iratus, & Baal Zabub)
November 01 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Black Castle (w/ Sumeria, Nekcrium, Regnum De Larva, Gravespawn, & Blashrykh)
November 02 - Pomona, CA @ The Elk's Lodge (w/ Ceremonial Castings, Secrets She Kept, Depths Of Tartarus, & others)
November 04 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Club Vegas (w/ Iconoclast Contra)
November 05 - Denver, CO @ The Old Curtis Street Bar (w/ Acheronian Dirge)
November 06 - Amarillo, TX @ The War Legion Underground (w/ Abolishment)
November 07 - San Antonio, TX @ The Warhol (w/ Bahimiron & Thornspawn)
November 08 - Houston, TX @ The White Swan (w/ Bahimiron, To Scale The Throne, Nodens, & Golgotha)
November 09 - New Orleans, LA @ The HiHo Lounge (w/ tba)
November 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FL
November 12 - Tampa, FL @ The Crowbar (w/ Breath Of Sorrows & Secrets She Kept)
November 13 - Marietta, GA @ Swayze's (w/ Legions of Astaroth & Obscurum)
November 14 - Winston-Salem, NC
November 15 - TBA
November 16 - N. Arlington, NJ @ Hartley's Tavern (w/ tba)
November 18 - Chicago, IL @ The Metal Shaker (w/ Velnias)
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Moribund Cult Records states:
"The wait is finally over: Finnish black metal legends Horna will be touring the United States for the first time, starting on Samhain night and following through the duration of November. Joining Horna for their maiden American voyage are fellow MORIBUND terrorists AZRAEL and BLOOD STAINED DUSK, newly signed to the label. Long-running and well-respected American black metal band Kult Of Azazel will be joining the entourage for select dates. Here are the confirmed dates thus far:
Oct. 31 - San Francisco, CA
Nov. 1 - Los Angeles, CA
Nov. 2 - San Marcos, CA
Nov. 3 - Las Vegas, NV
Nov. 4 - Salt Lake City, UT
Nov. 5 - Denver, CO
Nov. 7 - San Antonio, TX
Nov. 8 - Houston, TX
Nov. 9 - New Orleans, LA
Nov. 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FL
Nov. 12 - Jacksonville, FL
Nov. 13 - Atlanta, GA
Nov. 14 - Winston Salem, NC
Nov. 15 - Springfield, VA
Nov. 16 - NYC, NY
Nov. 18 - Chicago, IL
Nov. 19 - Minneapolis, MN
Nov. 21 - Seattle, WA
Nov. 22 - Portland, OR
Venues and sponsorship shall be announced shortly. A new Horna album is due domestically later this year through MORIBUND. For more information, consult legion-horna.com and moribundcult.com."
UPDATE (thanks to wolfheart)
The final tour schedule with confirmed dates and locations is shaping up as follows:
October 31 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Black Castle (w/ Nokturne, Spiculum Iratus, & Baal Zabub)
November 01 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Black Castle (w/ Sumeria, Nekcrium, Regnum De Larva, Gravespawn, & Blashrykh)
November 02 - Pomona, CA @ The Elk's Lodge (w/ Ceremonial Castings, Secrets She Kept, Depths Of Tartarus, & others)
November 04 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Club Vegas (w/ Iconoclast Contra)
November 05 - Denver, CO @ The Old Curtis Street Bar (w/ Acheronian Dirge)
November 06 - Amarillo, TX @ The War Legion Underground (w/ Abolishment)
November 07 - San Antonio, TX @ The Warhol (w/ Bahimiron & Thornspawn)
November 08 - Houston, TX @ The White Swan (w/ Bahimiron, To Scale The Throne, Nodens, & Golgotha)
November 09 - New Orleans, LA @ The HiHo Lounge (w/ tba)
November 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FL
November 12 - Tampa, FL @ The Crowbar (w/ Breath Of Sorrows & Secrets She Kept)
November 13 - Marietta, GA @ Swayze's (w/ Legions of Astaroth & Obscurum)
November 14 - Winston-Salem, NC
November 15 - TBA
November 16 - N. Arlington, NJ @ Hartley's Tavern (w/ tba)
November 18 - Chicago, IL @ The Metal Shaker (w/ Velnias)
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| Source: | moribundcult.com |
| Band profile: | Horna |
| Event: | Horna: Blood - Fire - Death US Tour |
Silentium - New Album Title And Artwork Revealed
Finnish metallers Silentium have set "Amortean" cover] as the title of their fifth album. "Amortean" will be released on November 26 via Dynamic Arts Records.
More information including tracklisting will be made available soon.
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More information including tracklisting will be made available soon.
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| Source: | silentivm.com |
| Band profile: | Silentium |
Zimmers Hole - To Drop Off Soilwork European Tour
According to a posting on the band's MySpace, Zimmers Hole is no longer a part of the upcoming European Tour with Soilwork, as drummer Gene Hoglan has suffered a death in his family.
"From our hearts, we send Gene and the entire Hoglan family all of our love, and deepest condolences at this difficult time. The Hoglan family is the "first family of metal", and we are all deeply saddened.", commented the band.
Also, bassist Byron Stroud is nursing a broken hand. The band adds: "Byron is not only our bassist, his duties also include band manager and road manager. He is vital to us. While Byron's injury was untimely, he felt he could be ready in time for the tour. With the sad news from the Hoglan family, there was no way we could do this and be focused in any way.
Apologies go out to all of our European fans and agents. We'll miss you. We ask for your understanding at a very tough time for all of us."
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"From our hearts, we send Gene and the entire Hoglan family all of our love, and deepest condolences at this difficult time. The Hoglan family is the "first family of metal", and we are all deeply saddened.", commented the band.
Also, bassist Byron Stroud is nursing a broken hand. The band adds: "Byron is not only our bassist, his duties also include band manager and road manager. He is vital to us. While Byron's injury was untimely, he felt he could be ready in time for the tour. With the sad news from the Hoglan family, there was no way we could do this and be focused in any way.
Apologies go out to all of our European fans and agents. We'll miss you. We ask for your understanding at a very tough time for all of us."
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Zimmers Hole |
Leaves' Eyes, Atrocity - New Drummer Announced
German metallers Leaves' Eyes have posted the following post on the band's Myspace page a few days ago:
"The new member of Leaves Eyes and Atrocity is Los Angeles based drummer Seven Antonopolous (ex-Opiate For The Masses).
Seven comments: "I've been a big fan of the bands for a long time. I can't tell you how excited I am to play with such amazing people! I'm currently at Mastersound Studio in Germany tracking the drums for the new Leaves' Eyes record! These songs have a great epic vibe. I feel like I'm really expending as a musician!"
Seven will take part of the '08 Sabian "Show No Mercy" tour featuring also Ray Luzier (Korn), Chris Pennie (Coheed & Cambria).
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"The new member of Leaves Eyes and Atrocity is Los Angeles based drummer Seven Antonopolous (ex-Opiate For The Masses).
Seven comments: "I've been a big fan of the bands for a long time. I can't tell you how excited I am to play with such amazing people! I'm currently at Mastersound Studio in Germany tracking the drums for the new Leaves' Eyes record! These songs have a great epic vibe. I feel like I'm really expending as a musician!"
Seven will take part of the '08 Sabian "Show No Mercy" tour featuring also Ray Luzier (Korn), Chris Pennie (Coheed & Cambria).
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| Source: | blog.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Leaves' Eyes |
Crystal Viper - News About LP Version
Posted on the band's MySpace page:
"The limited vinyl version of CRYSTAL VIPER's "The Last Axeman" album, will be available in 500 copies (100 on blue vinyl / 400 on black vinyl) through High Roller Records. Except new artwork and insert with many rare photos, you will find there several exclusive bonus tracks: LP version won't include any live songs, but few special studio recordings:
Side 1:
The Last Axeman
The Anvil Of Hate
The Banshee
Flaming Metal Systems (Manilla Road cover)
The Last Axeman (Polish version)
Side 2:
Blood And Gasoline feat. David DeFeis & Josh Block (Virgin Steele cover song)
Demons' Dagger (Epic Version 2008)
Out There Survivors (Mirage cover)
Atlantis (Angel Witch cover)
Sleeping Swords (Epic Version 2008)
More information & ordering: http://www.high-roller-records.de"
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"The limited vinyl version of CRYSTAL VIPER's "The Last Axeman" album, will be available in 500 copies (100 on blue vinyl / 400 on black vinyl) through High Roller Records. Except new artwork and insert with many rare photos, you will find there several exclusive bonus tracks: LP version won't include any live songs, but few special studio recordings:
Side 1:
The Last Axeman
The Anvil Of Hate
The Banshee
Flaming Metal Systems (Manilla Road cover)
The Last Axeman (Polish version)
Side 2:
Blood And Gasoline feat. David DeFeis & Josh Block (Virgin Steele cover song)
Demons' Dagger (Epic Version 2008)
Out There Survivors (Mirage cover)
Atlantis (Angel Witch cover)
Sleeping Swords (Epic Version 2008)
More information & ordering: http://www.high-roller-records.de"
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| Source: | blog.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Crystal Viper |
Dagor Dagorath - First Album To Be Released Soon
The Israeli symphonic black metal band, Dagor Dagorath, published on its official Myspace a new song entitled "Heaven in Hell". This track is one of seven on the band's debut album, to be called "Yetzer Ha'Ra".
The album's artwork is made by Greek artist Seth Siro Anton known for his work with Septicflesh (that did work for bands such as Moonspell, Vader, Belphegor, Paradise Lost).
Song list for the album "Yetzer Ha'Ra" is as follows:
1. The Hell in Heaven
2. The devil on the chain.
3. Heaven in Hell
4. The maze of madness
5. Vicious circle
6. The Call
7. Wind Cry
Official Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/dagordagorath
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The album's artwork is made by Greek artist Seth Siro Anton known for his work with Septicflesh (that did work for bands such as Moonspell, Vader, Belphegor, Paradise Lost).
Song list for the album "Yetzer Ha'Ra" is as follows:
1. The Hell in Heaven
2. The devil on the chain.
3. Heaven in Hell
4. The maze of madness
5. Vicious circle
6. The Call
7. Wind Cry
Official Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/dagordagorath
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| Source: | myspace.com |
Cradle Of Filth - Two New Songs And Video, Entire Album Streaming Online
Original news, posted on 27.08.2008
A new song, "Tragic Kingdom", from the forthcoming new album "Godspeed On The Devil's Thunder" of British extreme metallers Cradle Of Filth, has been made available for free download at this location:
http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/godspeedonthedevilsthunder/
(A free registration is required)
"Godspeed on the Devil's Thunder" will be released on October 28th via Roadrunner Records.
Updated, on 16.10.2008 (thanks to Abattoir)
Another new Cradle Of Filth track, entitled "Midnight Shadows Crawl To Darken Counsel With Life", is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page.
UPDATED (thanks to SlaytallicA)
Click here to watch the video for "Honey And Sulphur" coming off Cradle of Filth's forthcoming album.
UPDATED (thanks to getcloser)
GetCloser.com has announced the following:
"GetCloser has always prided itself on getting you exclusive access to the bands you love. In keeping with this, we are delighted to announce that this weekend we will be exclusively streaming "Godspeed And The Devil's Thunder".
You can hear the album in its entirety before it's release on Monday. To access the stream, simply log in (free registration is required) to http://www.getcloser.com and click on the music tab on the top of the page."
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A new song, "Tragic Kingdom", from the forthcoming new album "Godspeed On The Devil's Thunder" of British extreme metallers Cradle Of Filth, has been made available for free download at this location:
http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/godspeedonthedevilsthunder/
(A free registration is required)
"Godspeed on the Devil's Thunder" will be released on October 28th via Roadrunner Records.
Updated, on 16.10.2008 (thanks to Abattoir)
Another new Cradle Of Filth track, entitled "Midnight Shadows Crawl To Darken Counsel With Life", is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page.
UPDATED (thanks to SlaytallicA)
Click here to watch the video for "Honey And Sulphur" coming off Cradle of Filth's forthcoming album.
UPDATED (thanks to getcloser)
GetCloser.com has announced the following:
"GetCloser has always prided itself on getting you exclusive access to the bands you love. In keeping with this, we are delighted to announce that this weekend we will be exclusively streaming "Godspeed And The Devil's Thunder".
You can hear the album in its entirety before it's release on Monday. To access the stream, simply log in (free registration is required) to http://www.getcloser.com and click on the music tab on the top of the page."
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| Source: | roadrunnerrecords.com |
| Band profile: | Cradle Of Filth |
WarCry - New Live Dates And Album Teaser Online
WarCry will finally release their new album "Revolución" on the 27th October.
In the meantime, a small teaser for the upcoming album has been posted on the homepage of the band's official website. The song is apparently called "El Camino".
The band also posted some new tour dates which are the following:
11.14.2008: Sala Quatro, Avilés
11.29.2008: Sala Santanta 27, Bilbao
12.12.2008: Sala Cabaret, Segovia
12.13.2008: Teatro Clunia, Burgos
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In the meantime, a small teaser for the upcoming album has been posted on the homepage of the band's official website. The song is apparently called "El Camino".
The band also posted some new tour dates which are the following:
11.14.2008: Sala Quatro, Avilés
11.29.2008: Sala Santanta 27, Bilbao
12.12.2008: Sala Cabaret, Segovia
12.13.2008: Teatro Clunia, Burgos
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| Source: | warcry.as |
| Band profile: | WarCry |