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Children Of Bodom - New Video Posted Online
Finish metal band Children Of Bodom have posted their newest video "Smile Pretty For The Devil" online. The video can be watched on their official MySpace site.
The video was directed by Sandra Marschner for Katapult Filmproduktion. "Smile Pretty For The Devil" is taken from Children Of Bodom's new album, "Blooddrunk", which was released in April this year.
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The video was directed by Sandra Marschner for Katapult Filmproduktion. "Smile Pretty For The Devil" is taken from Children Of Bodom's new album, "Blooddrunk", which was released in April this year.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Children Of Bodom |
Earth - US Tour Dates
American drone doom metallers Earth have announced the following US tour dates:
9/18 - Portland, Oregon - The Artistry
9/19 - Seattle, Washington - VERA Project
9/20 - Anacortes, Washington - Department Of Safety
9/23 - Seattle, Washington - Showbox Sodo
9/24 - Seattle, Washington - Showbox Sodo
10/11 - Providence, Rhode Island - Brown University
10/12 - Portland, Maine - Time Of Rivers Festival
10/13 - Boston, Massachusetts - Great Scott
10/14 - Brooklyn, New York - Union Pool
10/15 - Allentown, Pennsylvania- The Sterling Hotel
10/16 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - First Unitarian Church (Sanctuary) w/ Sunn O))) and Thou
10/17 - New York, New York - Columbia University
10/18 - New Haven, Connecticut - Wesleyan University
10/19 - New York, New York - Knitting Factory
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9/18 - Portland, Oregon - The Artistry
9/19 - Seattle, Washington - VERA Project
9/20 - Anacortes, Washington - Department Of Safety
9/23 - Seattle, Washington - Showbox Sodo
9/24 - Seattle, Washington - Showbox Sodo
10/11 - Providence, Rhode Island - Brown University
10/12 - Portland, Maine - Time Of Rivers Festival
10/13 - Boston, Massachusetts - Great Scott
10/14 - Brooklyn, New York - Union Pool
10/15 - Allentown, Pennsylvania- The Sterling Hotel
10/16 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - First Unitarian Church (Sanctuary) w/ Sunn O))) and Thou
10/17 - New York, New York - Columbia University
10/18 - New Haven, Connecticut - Wesleyan University
10/19 - New York, New York - Knitting Factory
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Earth |
| Event: | Earth: USA Tour |
Scar Symmetry - Part Ways With Vocalist
Scar Symmetry parts ways with vocalist and posted the following staement
"Dear friends.
A few months ago we decided to part ways with Christian. The reasons are mainly the clichéd "business and creative differences" and lack of interpersonal chemistry. We came to a point where the band's existence was in jeopardy because of these differences, and the only way for us to continue with an inspired state of mind was to go through with this change in the line-up.
This should come as a total surprise to most of you, though you might have wondered why no gigs/tours have been announced since the release of "Holographic Universe". The truth is, we have been offered several tours and one-off shows that everyone in the band wanted to do except for Christian. In a situation like that you get a lot of frustration and it was in everyone's best interest to go separate ways.
We started Scar Symmetry just for the fun of it, never with the idea of becoming hugely successful or whatever. Now, three albums into our career, we've toured both Europe and North America, our latest CD made it to Billboard's Top Heatseekers' chart and we've enjoyed success way beyond our expectations. Needless to say, the situation for us as a band has changed since we started playing together in 2004 and the band is bigger than ever. We had the choice to either take a step back with Christian in the band or a step forward without him... We choose to go forward.
There comes a time to let go and move on, and that time is now. Scar Symmetry wishes Christian the best of luck with his future endeavours and salutes the good times we had with him in the band. We will announce the identity of Christian's replacement shortly."
Comments former singer Christian Älvestam:
"Hi all!
After discussions between us in the band, I'm sad to say we've decided to part ways! Mainly for reasons of different outlooks on musical production and touring. Of course it's sad to see that Scar Symmetry will not continue in its present form, but unfortunately these things happen.
I hope Scar Symmetry will go on being successful, while I myself will for sure keep on singing, playing, writing and performing my own music, in various shapes and forms, for a very long time. My musical journey has just begun!
Unfortunate as it is, I'd nevertheless like to thank all the bands I've come to meet and play with during my years in the band; all the organizers we've worked with since the start, Nuclear Blast and all its street-teams for believing and supporting (band-wise and personally); all the magazines, TV- and radio-stations giving us the attention, helping us spreading the name; all the crews that have helped us out during the tours.
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"Dear friends.
A few months ago we decided to part ways with Christian. The reasons are mainly the clichéd "business and creative differences" and lack of interpersonal chemistry. We came to a point where the band's existence was in jeopardy because of these differences, and the only way for us to continue with an inspired state of mind was to go through with this change in the line-up.
This should come as a total surprise to most of you, though you might have wondered why no gigs/tours have been announced since the release of "Holographic Universe". The truth is, we have been offered several tours and one-off shows that everyone in the band wanted to do except for Christian. In a situation like that you get a lot of frustration and it was in everyone's best interest to go separate ways.
We started Scar Symmetry just for the fun of it, never with the idea of becoming hugely successful or whatever. Now, three albums into our career, we've toured both Europe and North America, our latest CD made it to Billboard's Top Heatseekers' chart and we've enjoyed success way beyond our expectations. Needless to say, the situation for us as a band has changed since we started playing together in 2004 and the band is bigger than ever. We had the choice to either take a step back with Christian in the band or a step forward without him... We choose to go forward.
There comes a time to let go and move on, and that time is now. Scar Symmetry wishes Christian the best of luck with his future endeavours and salutes the good times we had with him in the band. We will announce the identity of Christian's replacement shortly."
Comments former singer Christian Älvestam:
"Hi all!
After discussions between us in the band, I'm sad to say we've decided to part ways! Mainly for reasons of different outlooks on musical production and touring. Of course it's sad to see that Scar Symmetry will not continue in its present form, but unfortunately these things happen.
I hope Scar Symmetry will go on being successful, while I myself will for sure keep on singing, playing, writing and performing my own music, in various shapes and forms, for a very long time. My musical journey has just begun!
Unfortunate as it is, I'd nevertheless like to thank all the bands I've come to meet and play with during my years in the band; all the organizers we've worked with since the start, Nuclear Blast and all its street-teams for believing and supporting (band-wise and personally); all the magazines, TV- and radio-stations giving us the attention, helping us spreading the name; all the crews that have helped us out during the tours.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Scar Symmetry |
The Haunted - Entire New Album Available For Streaming
The Haunted will be streaming their entire new album "Versus" on their official MySpace page for one week, from September 12 through September 19. A short trailer promoting this clearly monumental event can be watched here.
"Versus" will be released through Century Media Records on the following dates:
Sweden: Wednesday, September 17
Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Benelux, Italy: Friday, September 19
Spain, Portugal: Tuesday, September 23
Finland, Hungary: Wednesday, September 24
UK, France, Greece, Denmark, Norway, Rest Of Europe: Monday, September 22
North America: Tuesday, October 14
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"Versus" will be released through Century Media Records on the following dates:
Sweden: Wednesday, September 17
Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Benelux, Italy: Friday, September 19
Spain, Portugal: Tuesday, September 23
Finland, Hungary: Wednesday, September 24
UK, France, Greece, Denmark, Norway, Rest Of Europe: Monday, September 22
North America: Tuesday, October 14
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| Source: | blog.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | The Haunted |
Deathstars - Finish Recordings, Reveal New Song Titles
Swedish industrial/goth metallers Deathstars have issued the following update on their official site:
"Deathstars have finished the recordings in the studio and have now entered ToyTown Studios to start the mixing with Stefan Glaumann.''
The band has also announced some new songtitles of the album.
The first songtitles that'll be revealed are:
Night Electric Night
Chertograd
Blood Stains Blondes
Opium
Venus In Arms
"Deathstars have finished the recordings in the studio and have now entered ToyTown Studios to start the mixing with Stefan Glaumann.''
The band has also announced some new songtitles of the album.
The first songtitles that'll be revealed are:
Night Electric Night
Chertograd
Blood Stains Blondes
Opium
Venus In Arms
| Source: | deathstars.net |
| Band profile: | Deathstars |
Necrodeath - Line Up Switches
Italian blackened Thrash outfit Necrodeath have posted the following news update:
"After having collaborated in the building of "Draculea" and having been on tour around Italy and Europe during all 2006, guitarist "Pier" Gonella has definitely joined Necrodeath's line-up, now with 5 members, something new in the band so far.
In the meantime, bassist John, decided to leave the band after 10 years of hate and scorn. Soon the name of his substitute will be announced."
Drummer Marco "Peso" Pesenti commented: "It's a pleasure having Pier back to Necrodeath, this time as a stable member. His presence has already brought a fresh and bleeding energy to the band and the first compositions, in a total "old school" vein, are blooming. Stay tuned..."
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"After having collaborated in the building of "Draculea" and having been on tour around Italy and Europe during all 2006, guitarist "Pier" Gonella has definitely joined Necrodeath's line-up, now with 5 members, something new in the band so far.
In the meantime, bassist John, decided to leave the band after 10 years of hate and scorn. Soon the name of his substitute will be announced."
Drummer Marco "Peso" Pesenti commented: "It's a pleasure having Pier back to Necrodeath, this time as a stable member. His presence has already brought a fresh and bleeding energy to the band and the first compositions, in a total "old school" vein, are blooming. Stay tuned..."
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| Source: | necrodeath.net |
| Band profile: | Necrodeath |
Jesu - New EP Streaming Online
Jesu's latest EP "Why Are We Not Perfect?" can be streamed in its entirety on http://www.whyarewenotperfect.com.
The EP was released in the USA yesterday, 9 September via Hydra Head and has the following tracklisting:
01. Farewell
02. Blind And Faithless
03. Why Are We Not Perfect
04. Farewell
05. Why Are We Not Perfect
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The EP was released in the USA yesterday, 9 September via Hydra Head and has the following tracklisting:
01. Farewell
02. Blind And Faithless
03. Why Are We Not Perfect
04. Farewell
05. Why Are We Not Perfect
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| Source: | whyarewenotperfect.com |
| Band profile: | Jesu |
Alabama Thunderpussy - Call It A Day
Alabama Thunderpussy guitarist Erik Larson has posted the following statement regarding the band:
"It's been a very quiet 2008 from us here in ATP thus far. I know there has been speculation and uncertainty about exactly what the status of the band is, and our apologies go out to y'all for being MIA. Finally, I'm able to give you an update.
The beginning of 2008 brought yet more upheaval in the saga that is this band, when Kyle Thomas left the group to focus on his family and the impending Exhorder reunion. The remaining four of us had a band meeting and after serious discussion, decided to take a much deserved/needed few months hiatus to regroup and focus on home life and other individual projects. The "few months" seemed to flow into a bit longer as the summer progressed and we all dug deeper into our lives as individuals outside of ATP.
Well, we finally regrouped and after much deliberation and thoughtful discussion, we have decided to end the band. There are no hard feelings between us and no bullshit politics. It's pretty much just the end of an era. To quote George Harrison, all things must pass. And so after 12+ yrs of solid ATP mayhem, we call it a day. We can't thank all of you enough for the tireless and seemingly endless support and friendship we received from you over the years, it was really fucking amazing and appreciated more than you know. Each one of us are still very active and involved in creating music and art and we hope you will bless us with your continued support of our individual endeavors. So if you would, raise your drink of choice in our honor and toast to the future."
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"It's been a very quiet 2008 from us here in ATP thus far. I know there has been speculation and uncertainty about exactly what the status of the band is, and our apologies go out to y'all for being MIA. Finally, I'm able to give you an update.
The beginning of 2008 brought yet more upheaval in the saga that is this band, when Kyle Thomas left the group to focus on his family and the impending Exhorder reunion. The remaining four of us had a band meeting and after serious discussion, decided to take a much deserved/needed few months hiatus to regroup and focus on home life and other individual projects. The "few months" seemed to flow into a bit longer as the summer progressed and we all dug deeper into our lives as individuals outside of ATP.
Well, we finally regrouped and after much deliberation and thoughtful discussion, we have decided to end the band. There are no hard feelings between us and no bullshit politics. It's pretty much just the end of an era. To quote George Harrison, all things must pass. And so after 12+ yrs of solid ATP mayhem, we call it a day. We can't thank all of you enough for the tireless and seemingly endless support and friendship we received from you over the years, it was really fucking amazing and appreciated more than you know. Each one of us are still very active and involved in creating music and art and we hope you will bless us with your continued support of our individual endeavors. So if you would, raise your drink of choice in our honor and toast to the future."
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| Source: | atprva.com |
| Band profile: | Alabama Thunderpussy |
Bloodbath - New Songs Online
Bloodbath have issued the following update:
"The new Bloodbath minisite for latest album "The Fathomless Mastery" is now unleashed, to coincide with the October 6th (Europe) & October 28th (North America) release of this latest slab of brutality.
The minisite feature album information, downloads and much more. We also give you the chance to check out the world premiere of two complete audio tracks; "Slaughtering The Will To Live" (currently up on the minisite) and the unholy anthem "Mock The Cross" (currently streaming on Bloodbath's MySpace). The streamed song selections will possibly be changed weekly up 'til the release date, so keep checking back in."
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"The new Bloodbath minisite for latest album "The Fathomless Mastery" is now unleashed, to coincide with the October 6th (Europe) & October 28th (North America) release of this latest slab of brutality.
The minisite feature album information, downloads and much more. We also give you the chance to check out the world premiere of two complete audio tracks; "Slaughtering The Will To Live" (currently up on the minisite) and the unholy anthem "Mock The Cross" (currently streaming on Bloodbath's MySpace). The streamed song selections will possibly be changed weekly up 'til the release date, so keep checking back in."
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| Source: | bloodbath.biz |
| Band profile: | Bloodbath |
Horna - New Album Details Revealed
Finnish black metallers Horna will release their seventh album, "Sanojesi Äärelle", on September 29th via Debemur Morti Productions. You can also see the artwork
of the new album, at this location.
On "Sanojesi Äärelle", "the abyssic ones have conceived a dual tribute to the energies that stimulate them - one side worshipping Satanic darkness, one praising Luciferian light," according to a press release.
"Sanojesi Äärelle" tracklisting:
Disc I:
01. Muinaisten Alttarilta
02. Verilehto
03. Mustan Kirkkauden Sarastus
04. Katseet
05. Askeesi
06. Sanojesi Äärelle
07. Orjaroihu
08. Risti Ja Ruoska
09. Wikinger
10. Merkuriana
Disc II:
01. Liekki Ja Voima
02. Ruumisalttari
03. Musta Rukous
04. Baphometin Siunaus
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of the new album, at this location.
On "Sanojesi Äärelle", "the abyssic ones have conceived a dual tribute to the energies that stimulate them - one side worshipping Satanic darkness, one praising Luciferian light," according to a press release.
"Sanojesi Äärelle" tracklisting:
Disc I:
01. Muinaisten Alttarilta
02. Verilehto
03. Mustan Kirkkauden Sarastus
04. Katseet
05. Askeesi
06. Sanojesi Äärelle
07. Orjaroihu
08. Risti Ja Ruoska
09. Wikinger
10. Merkuriana
Disc II:
01. Liekki Ja Voima
02. Ruumisalttari
03. Musta Rukous
04. Baphometin Siunaus
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| Source: | debemur-morti.com |
| Band profile: | Horna |
Elvenking - Acoustic Album Details
Elvenking have announced that, "Two Tragedy Poets (...And A Caravan Of Weird Figures)" will be the name of the new acoustic album. It will be released in digipack and jewel case editions and will be preceded by an online single.
The release date is November 14th for Europe, via AFM Records, while the dates for the other countries will be announced soon.
"Two Tragedy Poets (...And A Caravan Of Weird Figures)" cover art] tracklisting:
01. The Caravan Of Weird Figures
02. Another Awful Hobs Tale
03. From Blood To Stone
04. Ask A Silly Question
05. She Lives At Dawn
06. The Winter Wake
07. Heaven Is A Place On Earth
08. My Own Spider's Web
09. Not My Final Song
10. The Blackest Of My Hearts
11. The Wanderer
12. Miss Conception
13. My Little Moon
14. Skywards 2008
Internet-only single tracklisting:
01. From Blood To Stone
02. The Perpetual Knot
03. The Winter Wake
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The release date is November 14th for Europe, via AFM Records, while the dates for the other countries will be announced soon.
"Two Tragedy Poets (...And A Caravan Of Weird Figures)" cover art] tracklisting:
01. The Caravan Of Weird Figures
02. Another Awful Hobs Tale
03. From Blood To Stone
04. Ask A Silly Question
05. She Lives At Dawn
06. The Winter Wake
07. Heaven Is A Place On Earth
08. My Own Spider's Web
09. Not My Final Song
10. The Blackest Of My Hearts
11. The Wanderer
12. Miss Conception
13. My Little Moon
14. Skywards 2008
Internet-only single tracklisting:
01. From Blood To Stone
02. The Perpetual Knot
03. The Winter Wake
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| Source: | elvenking.net |
| Band profile: | Elvenking |
Skinless - Offer Update On Upcoming Activities
Guitarist Noah Carpenter of the New York-based death metallers Skinless has issued the following update:
"We've been laying low in 2008 after some pretty intense touring for the "Trample The Weak..." album. We're finally ready to start working on material for a new Skinless release in 2009. We're heading to Europe very soon for a short tour and we expect to be back there next spring for a more extensive invasion. Also in the battle plans for 2009 are North America/South America and beyond."
Skinless "European Deviation 2008" tour dates:
Sep. 19 - NRW Deathfest, AJZ Bahndamm, Wermelskirchen, Germany
Sep. 20 - Velokot, Oostende, Belgium
Sep. 21 - ZXZW FEST, Tilburg, Holland
Sep. 22 - Logo, Hamburg, Germany
Sep. 23 - Black Pes, Prague, Czech Republic
Sep. 24 - Escape, Vienna, Austria
Sep. 25 - Backstage, Munich, Germany
Sep. 26 - Sas Musi Club, Delemont, Switzerland
Sep. 27 - Cilinder Fest, Hoofddorp, Holland
"We've been laying low in 2008 after some pretty intense touring for the "Trample The Weak..." album. We're finally ready to start working on material for a new Skinless release in 2009. We're heading to Europe very soon for a short tour and we expect to be back there next spring for a more extensive invasion. Also in the battle plans for 2009 are North America/South America and beyond."
Skinless "European Deviation 2008" tour dates:
Sep. 19 - NRW Deathfest, AJZ Bahndamm, Wermelskirchen, Germany
Sep. 20 - Velokot, Oostende, Belgium
Sep. 21 - ZXZW FEST, Tilburg, Holland
Sep. 22 - Logo, Hamburg, Germany
Sep. 23 - Black Pes, Prague, Czech Republic
Sep. 24 - Escape, Vienna, Austria
Sep. 25 - Backstage, Munich, Germany
Sep. 26 - Sas Musi Club, Delemont, Switzerland
Sep. 27 - Cilinder Fest, Hoofddorp, Holland
| Source: | google.be |
| Band profile: | Skinless |
Crystal Eyes - New Album Ready
Swedish Power metallers Crystal Eyes have announced the following:
"We're finally done mixing the new Crystal Eyes record which will be titled "Chained". The recording lasted through the summer and Fredrik Nordström has once again set the ultimate sound at Studio Fredman. Think 1984, think Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Accept, Dio and Manowar and you'll get the picture.
The songs in the right order are:
01. Ride The Rainbow
02. The Fire Of Hades
03. The Devil Inside
04. Waves Of War
05. Dying In The Rain
06. Fighting
07. Shadow Rider
08. Lonely Ball Of Fate
09. Guardian *
* Featuring original singer Mikael Dahl on vocals
Stay tuned for a cover, new songs on MySpace and a release-date."
"Chained" is expected to be released before the end of the year via Metal Heaven.
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"We're finally done mixing the new Crystal Eyes record which will be titled "Chained". The recording lasted through the summer and Fredrik Nordström has once again set the ultimate sound at Studio Fredman. Think 1984, think Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Accept, Dio and Manowar and you'll get the picture.
The songs in the right order are:
01. Ride The Rainbow
02. The Fire Of Hades
03. The Devil Inside
04. Waves Of War
05. Dying In The Rain
06. Fighting
07. Shadow Rider
08. Lonely Ball Of Fate
09. Guardian *
* Featuring original singer Mikael Dahl on vocals
Stay tuned for a cover, new songs on MySpace and a release-date."
"Chained" is expected to be released before the end of the year via Metal Heaven.
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| Source: | crystaleyes.net |
| Band profile: | Crystal Eyes |
Ossian - New Songs Available For Streaming
Hungarian heavy metal band Ossian have made three new tracks available for streaming. You can listen to the songs on their official MySpace. These track are from the band's soon upcoming album, called "Küldetés" (Mission), which will be released on September 8th
via HAmmer Records Hungary. The album was recorded once again with the help of their longtime producer/friend Miklós Küronya at the studio P in Törökbálint.
"Küldetés" tracklisting:
01. Ébredés (Awakening) (intro)
02. A Számuzött visszatér (Outcast's Return)
03. A Véletlen (The Accident)
04. Új Aranykor /New Golden Age)
05. Asszony feketében (Woman In Black)
06. Mondd ki! (Fire Away!)
07. A koszikla (The Cliff)
08. Az ördögök mennyországa (Devils' Heaven)
09. Az Életvonal (Life Line)
10. A Küldetés (The Mission)
11. A Nagybetus Szavak (Words With Capitals)
12. Jó idoben, jó helyen (Good Time, Good Place)
13. Útközben (On The Way)
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via HAmmer Records Hungary. The album was recorded once again with the help of their longtime producer/friend Miklós Küronya at the studio P in Törökbálint.
"Küldetés" tracklisting:
01. Ébredés (Awakening) (intro)
02. A Számuzött visszatér (Outcast's Return)
03. A Véletlen (The Accident)
04. Új Aranykor /New Golden Age)
05. Asszony feketében (Woman In Black)
06. Mondd ki! (Fire Away!)
07. A koszikla (The Cliff)
08. Az ördögök mennyországa (Devils' Heaven)
09. Az Életvonal (Life Line)
10. A Küldetés (The Mission)
11. A Nagybetus Szavak (Words With Capitals)
12. Jó idoben, jó helyen (Good Time, Good Place)
13. Útközben (On The Way)
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Ossian |
Soulfly - Russian Tour In October
Brazilian metallers Soulfly have announced some new tour dates in Russia in October, plus one show in Ukraine, which will take place at the end of September.
Here are the following dates of "Russian Conquer Tour 2008":
Sep. 29 - Sport Arena - Odessa, Ukraine
Oct. 01 - B1 Club - Moscow, Russia
Oct. 03 - Sport Arena Trud - Irkutsk, Siberia
Oct. 05 - Gavana Club - Krasnoyarsk, Siberia
Oct. 06 - Rock City - Novosibirsk, Siberia
Oct. 07 - XL Club - Omsk, Siberia
Soulfly's new album "Conquer" is the band's sixth effort, and was released on July 29, 2008.
Here are the following dates of "Russian Conquer Tour 2008":
Sep. 29 - Sport Arena - Odessa, Ukraine
Oct. 01 - B1 Club - Moscow, Russia
Oct. 03 - Sport Arena Trud - Irkutsk, Siberia
Oct. 05 - Gavana Club - Krasnoyarsk, Siberia
Oct. 06 - Rock City - Novosibirsk, Siberia
Oct. 07 - XL Club - Omsk, Siberia
Soulfly's new album "Conquer" is the band's sixth effort, and was released on July 29, 2008.
| Source: | soulflyweb.com |
| Band profile: | Soulfly |
| Event: | Russian Conquer Tour 2008 |