Swiss Extreme metallers Darkmoon have posted the following news on their homepage:

"Finally we will enter the Little Creek Studio at the end of May to produce our second album for CCP Records. It will be named "Apocalyptic Syndrome". It will containe 10 songs between the borders of Death/Thrash and Black metal. So be ready for the apocalypse!!!
And we have a new gig to announce: Saturday June 16th we will play at the Gallery in Pratteln. This will be a warm- up- show for the Battle of Metal Festival in Geiselwind, Germany. There some other bands will play too. So check the dates section in a few days for details...the event will be presented by the sounds2move.de webzine....be there!!"

Source:	darkmoon.ch
Band profile:	Darkmoon

Polish Extreme metal titans Behemoth have posted a new live video clip for the new track 'Christgrinding Avenue', taken from a recent performance at Club 13 in Tilburg, Holland. The track comes from their highly anticipated new album "The Apostasy", which is set for a July release. Click here to check it out.

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Source:	roadrunnerrecords.com
Band profile:	Behemoth

The following update was posted on the website of Finnish Gothenburg Metal band Mors Principium Est:

"Ok, let's start with some good news. We have found our new guitar players! Karri Kuisma is now our official member and our new solo guitarist is a dude called Tomy Laisto. Both Karri and Tomy allready played with us at the show in Turku (11.4.2007). Jarkko will still be a member of MPE, but he will not play any live shows.

And then some not so good news. We decided with Joona , that it will be the best for everybody that Joona will not be a member of MPE anymore. And the reason why is that Joona just simply doesn't have any time for MPE. At the moment we are not looking for a new keyboard player."

So, the new live lineup will be the following;

Ville Viljanen - vocals
Mikko Sipola - drums
Teemu Heinola - bass
Karri Kuisma - rhythm guitar
Tomy Laisto - solo guitar

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Source:	morsprincipiumest.com
Band profile:	Mors Principium Est

The following was posted on metalhead.ro:

Time has come again for another Negura Bunget European Tour. We had some last minute changes, a couple of new gigs in the UK added, and the schedule is now complete. We are looking forward too see you all there, as we are ready to give our best on stage!

Feel free to spread this message. We appreciate any kind of support!

The dates are the following:

04/04/2007 - Budapest (HUN) - Blue Hell + Adultery
05/04/2007 - Trencin (SVK) - Piano Club + Adultery
06/04/2007 - Ostrava (CZE) - Prostor + Adultery, Hyperborean Desire
07/04/2007 - Gmunden (AT) - Mc Wolverines + Adultery, Trimonium
08/04/2007 - Praga (CZE) - Bordo + Adultery, Tabor Radosti
10/04/2007 - Nice (FR) - Sezamo + Kathaarsys, Artefact
12/04/2007 - Valladolid (SP) - Nautico + Kathaarsys, Invadeath
13/04/2007 - Bilbao (SP) - Durango + Kathaarsys, Nemesis Oculta
14/04/2007 - Madrid (SP) - Ritmo&Compas+ Kathaarsys, Ataraxie
15/04/2007 - Valencia (SP) - Paberse Matao ( + Kathaarsys
16/04/2007 - Lisbon (PT) - Culto Club + God
17/04/2007 - Bordeaux (FR) - Heretic Club + Angmar, Apocryphe
18/04/2007 - Groninghen (NL) - Vera+ Gheestenland
19/04/2007 - Hamburg (DE) - Markthalle ) + Odem Arcarum
20/04/2007 - Bischofswerda (DE) - Eastclub + Menhir
21/04/2007 - Munich (DE) - Titanic City + Odem Arcarum, Orlog
22/04/2007 - Berlin (DE) - Knaak Club + Menhir
23/04/2007 - Bonn (DE) - Namenlos + Garstig, Thornostrum
27/04/2007 - Zella-Mehlis (DE) - Einsiedel + Odem Arcarum, Farsot, Mortjuri
28/04/2007 - Burgdorf (CH) - Kulturkeller Alpina + Klabautamann, Tribes of Cain
29/04/2007 - Brescia (IT) - La Sfinge + Death Dies, Stromcrow
30/04/2007 - Zagreb (CR) - KSET+ Melkor, Abraksas
01/05/2007 - Nova Gorica (SL) - Mostovna + Absentia Lunae
02/05/2007 - Hekelgem (BE) - 162 + Mortuary Drape, Morrigan, Besatt
03/05/2007 - Nijmegen (NL) - Staddijk + Walpurgisnacht, Carach Angren
04/05/2007 - Bad Segeberg (DE) - "Av is og ild" - Metal Fest + Adultery
05/05/2007 - Paris (FR) - La Loco+ Cirith Gorgor, Crystalium, Blacklodge, Griffar
06/05/2007 - Belfast (IR) - + Ephel Duath, Bossk
07/05/2007 - Cork (IR) - Au Cruiscin Lan + Ephel Duath, Bossk
08/05/2007 - Dublin (IR) - Voodoo Lounge + Ephel Duath, Bossk
09/05/2007 - Sunderland (UK) Independent+ Wodens Throne, Fen
10/05/2007 - Nottingham (UK) - Rock City + Ephel Duath, Bossk
11/05/2007 - Hitchin (UK) - Club 85 + Ephel Duath, Bossk
12/05/2007 - Cardiff (WE) - Clwb Ifor Bach + Ephel Duath, Bossk
13/05/2007 - Southampton (UK) - Joiners + Ephel Duath, Bossk

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Source:	metalhead.ro
Band profile:	Negură Bunget
Event:	Negură Bunget: European Tour

The beta version of the first video of the Alternative Progressive combo Dorfnall is now visible at this location:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-zd9wYL84A

Don't forget too that the second album of the band, "Précieux Secret" will be released the 07 of May 2007 and that Dornfall will be at the Hellfest 2007.

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Source:	dornfall.com
Band profile:	Dornfall

The following announcement was made on Epica's homepage:

"We are very happy to announce that we have signed a record deal with Nuclear Blast. Nuclear Blast is one of the biggest and most renowned record companies in metal and has already released albums of top bands like In Flames, Therion, Stratovarius, Children Of Bodom, Dimmu Borgir and Nightwish.

At the moment we are finishing up the recordings of the new album, which is scheduled for release around August/September this year. It was recorded again at the Gate Studio with renowned producer Sascha Paeth. This new album will feature the heaviest material of Epica so far.

For more info on Nuclear Blast please check: http://www.nuclearblast.de

We would like to thank Markus Staiger and all the crew at Nuclear Blast and we very much look forward to working together with you guys!"

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Source:	epica.nl
Band profile:	Epica

Official press release:

"Imagine a time when warriors strode the earth. A time when battle-painted warrior-poets sang of battles and heady feats of heroism, myth intermingled with fact, and romantic notions of adventure on the high seas sparked the imagination. The time is now, because so-called battle metal maestros Turisas - named after their homeland's ancient god of war - are bringing back the old -school with the sophomore album "The Varangian Way". here for the artwork].

"We definitely have high expectations lined up after the success of our debut album "Battle Metal"", says vocalist and producer Warlord. "Quite often the second album is done in a rush and doesn't live up to the standards of the debut. We took three years to get it right, and there's no doubt about it: "The Varangian Way" tops "Battle Metal" with such ease I almost feel sorry for our debut."

In order to get a first taste check out a medley of two brand-new songs, 'To Holmgard And Beyond' and 'A Portage To The Unknown' at http://www.myspace.com/turisasofficial.

Another small detail that still emphasizes the uniqueness of "The Varangian Way" is the fact that all solos were played on an electric violin instead of a guitar - and there are many more tiny details that you will notice while listening to the album.

Graphic artist, illustrator and designer John Coulthart (Cradle Of Filth; Hawkwind; poster and cover art for spoken word albums by writer Alan Moore ) did the stunning artwork for this special album that will give you further insight on the brave travelers' journey through the East.

With already confirmed slots at Download (mainstage), Graspop, With Full Force, Rock Hard Festival, Tuska, and plans for a relentless, take-no-prisoners tour already underway, 2007 is the year Turisas take the world by storm.

Grab the nearest sword and wench and join them on their quest - to Holmgard, and beyond!"

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Source:	blog.myspace.com
Band profile:	Turisas

Megadeth's video for the new version of the song 'A Tout Le Monde', now retitled 'A Tout Le Monde (Set Me Free)', is available for viewing at Megadeth.com.

An e-card for Megadeth's new album "United Abominations", has been made available at this location. According to Roadrunner Records, the e-card features "all the extra-fun Internet shit you know and love, including IM icons, wallpapers, tour dates, and more."

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Source:	roadrunnerrecords.com
Band profile:	Megadeth

US Melodic Black Metallers Abigail Williams have disbanded. The group's official statement reads as follows:

"Abigail Williams has decided to disband. It's no secret that the band has had more than its fair share of lineup problems and the time has now come to close the doors. The MySpace page will remain active and we'll continue to sell merchandise until we run out of stock. Abigail Williams released their debut EP, "Legend," via Candlelight Records earlier this year and it is currently available in stores everywhere. Thanks to everyone at Candlelight who believed in this band and every fan who has supported our music.

Please don't bother asking for specific details surrounding the band's demise; just understand that this was for the better and we'll try to keep everyone posted as to the future endeavors of former band members, etc.

In other news, we've now made 'From A Buried Heart' available for download."

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blog.myspace.com

Official press release:

"Trinity Records proudly announces the signing of Singapore's Vedic metal band Rurdra, pioneers in experimenting Indian classical music melodies in Extreme Metal.

The band and label have negotiated a contract for six albums; the first release on Trinity Records from Rudra will be their 4th album: the first part of a triology "Brahmavidya: Primordial I", originally released in 2005, to be completed by 2007.

Currently the band is writing material for the next albums which shall be the 2nd and 3rd instalment of the Trilogy planned for release in early 2008. The band will be entering Blackisle Studios again with Joshua Nair and Sean Loo in the producer's chairs in Jul 2007.

Other Rudra albums to be re-released on Trinity Records 2007/2008

* The re-recorded "Kurukshetra", Rudra's 3rd album, to give it a new lease of life and has been out of print for a long time.
* Rudra's first album "Rudra" which first release in 1998 on the Candlelight Productions.
* "The Aryan Crusade" the second album that won them attention from all parts of the world in 2001.

"Rudra is the name of an ancient Indian God of Destruction. The band is specifically named after this God to symbolize the aggressive character of its music."

Kathir, the bassist/vocalist of Rudra had the following to say:

"We are very pleased to join the Trinity Records family. The success and perseverance of Trinity have given us the confidence and conviction that this alliance will bring the band to greater heights. Thanks to Soni and Trinity Records for believing is us."

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Source:	trinityrecords.com.hk
Band profile:	Rudra

The song '13013' that was recently recorded for Revolver magazine's "the Unit.", can now be heard at Immolation MySpace profile here.

Or in a direct link to download it at this location.

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Source:	everlastingfire.com
Band profile:	Immolation

Transilvanian Melodic metalband Empty Dreams have released a new demo entitled "Solar Waltz". Cover art can be found here.

"Solar Waltz" tracklisting:

01. Bad Moon Rising
02. Solar Waltz
03. End Of My Dreams

All 3 songs of the new creation are available as free downloads on the bands official website http://www.emptydreams.ro. The offer ends on 30th April.

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emptydreams.ro

Antigama present their brand-new E-card of their upcomming album "Resonance", which will be released via Relapse Records on the following dates:
- May 15, 2007 (North America)
- May 21, 2007 (Internationally)

On the Ecard you can listen to three tracks taken off "Resonance", namely 'Neutral balance', 'No' and 'Stars'.
You can view the e-card at this location.
You can also find another song "Pursuit" on Antigama's Myspace page, here.

"Resonance" will feature the following tracklist:

01. Pursuit
02. Seismic Report
03. Ecstasy
04. Neutral Balance
05. Order
06. Pending
07. Remembering Nothing
08. Barbapapex
09. Psychonaut
10. No
11. After
12. By And By
13. Shymrok
14. Types Of Waste
15. Asylum
16. Unreachable
17. Stars

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Source:	myspace.com
Band profile:	Antigama

Guitarist Alex Auburn of the Canadian death metallers Cryptopsy has confirmed that the band has once again parted ways with singer Lord Worm (a.k.a. Dan Greening). No reason was given for Lord Worm's departure, but according to Auburn, this time the vocalist was "kicked out" of the band and didn't leave of his own accord.

Cryptopsy is currently looking to audition candidates to fill the positions of singer/frontman and keyboardist/samplist. Vocalists must be able to sing in clean voice, on pitch, and also be able to scream/growl. If you are motivated and would like to try out, e-mail the band at crymusic@hotmail.com. If you have a criminal record, don't bother auditioning, as this means you can't tour.

Source:	blabbermouth.net
Band profile:	Cryptopsy

The following press release has been issued today (Monday 23/04) through the official Candlelight Records' website:

"Candlelight Records today proudly confirms September 11th as the US and September 10th as the Euro release date for the forthcoming album from Death Metal legends Obituary. Recording of the currently untitled album is already underway with the album's completion expected for June 1.

Tampa-based Obituary featuring vocalist John Tardy, guitarist Trevor Peres, bassist Frank Watkins and drummer Donald Tardy are one of the genre's most respected and successful bands. Formed in 1985, the quartet have released six critically-acclaimed albums that have to date sold nearly one million copies in the United States.

Regarding the new cooperation Frank Watkins says, "we are very excited to be part of Candlelight Records. This will mark a new chapter in Death Metal history." John Tardy says, ""we are really looking forward to having a record company that wants to work with us. We feel rejuvenated and this new album is gonna be sick!" Donald Tardy adds, ""we couldn't be more pumped about teaming up with Candlelight. It is an unbelievable feeling to know that a record company cares about our music as much as we do."

A full US headline tour is set to kick off the week of the album's release; details to follow."

Obituary's previous label was Roadrunner Records.

Source:	candlelightrecords.co.uk
Band profile:	Obituary