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Blood Red Throne - Lineup Changes/Working On New Album

Norwegian death metal juggernauts Blood Red Throne are fervently working to complete laying out material for their assuredly gore laden forthcoming Earache release.
Blood Red Throne have welcomed new vocalist Vlad and drummer, Anders Haave, who will be joining Blood Red Throne to record their forthcoming album.
This album will mark the bands' fourth studio release and is slated for pre-production in late October, with final recording scheduled for December. During a now infamous tour run with Mortician, Blood Red Throne vocalist Vlad was commissioned to take over for Will Rhamer (Mortician front man) after being arrested mid-tour, and was joined by fellow Earache artist Jason Mendonca from Akercocke. Blood Red Throne's latest Earache release, "Altered Genesis" can be found on the Earache US and UK web store and expect a new slaughtering from Blood Red Throne in early 2007!

Source: earache.com
Band profile: Blood Red Throne
Posted: 07.10.2006 by Thryce | Comments (0)


Cradle Of Filth - New Video Posted Online

Cradle Of Filth's video for the song 'Temptation' has been posted online in the following formats: Windows Media and Quicktime. The track comes off the British extreme metallers' seventh album, "Thornography", due on October 17 through Roadrunner Records.

As previously reported, a brand new Cradle Of Filth track, entitled 'Foetus Of A New Day Kicking', has been posted online at this location. An e-card for "Thornography" can be accessed here. Another full-length track from the CD, entitled 'Dirge Inferno', is available for streaming at this location.

The follow-up to 2004's "Nymphetamine", "Thornography" was recorded at Lincolnshire, England's Chapel studios with producer Rob Caggiano (Bleeding Through, Anthrax) and was mixed at Backstage Studios in Derbyshire, England by Andy Sneap (Machine Head, Skinlab, Nevermore). The narraration for "Thornography" was once again laid down by Doug Bradley (a.k.a. "Hellraiser"'s chief Cenobite, Pinhead), who has previously worked with the group on 'Her Ghost In The Fog' and 'Swansong For A Raven'.

Speaking to MTV.com about the new CD, Cradle Of Filth frontman Dani "Filth" Davey said, "'Thornography' implies a self-hurt. Mankind's will to hurt God. It's like being an alcoholic and knowing you're not supposed to drink but you enjoy it so much so you do it anyway. Everything on the record has got a religious edge to it in a good or bad way. And it's not overtly satanic because sometimes you find that the darker stuff in life exists within the people who wield the power, who are supposedly in the light."

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Source: metal-temple.com
Band profile: Cradle Of Filth
Posted: 07.10.2006 by Lupas | Comments (10)


Sepultura - US Tour Dates

Dates have been revealed for Sepultura's US tour with Sworn Enemy, Diecast and Suicide Silence.
Confirmed dates are as follows:

November 16 - Phoenix, AZ @ Marquee Theatre
November 17 - Long Beach, CA @ The Vault
November 18 - Orangevale, CA @ The Boardwalk
November 21 - Seattle, WA @ Studio Seven
November 22 - Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theatre
November 24 - Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre
November 26 - Fargo, ND @ Rivolie Theater
November 27 - Minneapolis, MN @ The Rock
November 29 - Cleveland, OH @ Agora Ballroom
November 30 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
December 01 - Columbus, OH @ Al Rosa Villa
December 02 - Detroit, MI @ Harpo's
December 04 - New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
December 05 - Springfield, VA @ Jaxx
December 06 - Charlotte, NC @ Tremont Music Hall
December 08 - Jacksonville, NC @ Hooligan's
December 09 - Fayetteville, NC @ Jester's Pub
December 11 - Orlando, FL @ House of Blues
December 12 - St. Petersburg, FL @ State Theatre
December 14 - Houston, TX @ The Meridian
December 15 - Dallas, TX @ Galaxy Theatre
December 16 - San Antonio, TX @ White Rabbit
December 19 - Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theatre
December 20 - Tucson, AZ @ Rialto Theatre
December 21 - Los Angeles, CA @ Whisky A GoGo
December 22 - Pomona, CA @ The Glasshouse

Source: metal-temple.com
Band profile: Sepultura
Event: Sepultura: US Tour [CANCELLED]
Posted: 07.10.2006 by Lupas | Comments (0)


Ragnarok UK Metal Fest - Cancelled

The following has been posted on the festival's official website:

"It is with deep regret that Metalism UK has to announce the cancellation of the Ragnarok Festival and associated preshow, scheduled for 3/11/06 & 4/11/06 in Perth/Dundee, Scotland. It has not been an easy decision to reach, and one we are extremely disappointed to have to make, however due to the low volume of ticket sales, combined with the higher than expected operating costs, we are unable to proceed with the show.

Our sincerest apologies to everybody who has supported us since the announcement of the festival, to the bands, and especially to the people who have already purchased tickets.

Refunds are currently being arranged and should all be completed within the next two weeks..

Thank you for your understanding,

Metalism UK "

Source: ragnarokfestival.com
Event: Ragnarok UK Metal Fest - CANCELLED
Posted: 06.10.2006 by Promonex | Comments (12)


Tool - Will Headline Big Day Out

After months of speculation and rumors, Tool have officially been confirmed to headline the Big Day Out festival tour of Australia and New Zealand, which begins January 19 in Auckland. Muse, emo heroes My Chemical Romance and Australia's JET have also been announced for the trek.

Tool Australia/New Zealand tour dates:

01/19 - Auckland, New Zealand - Big Day Out
01/21 - Gold Coast, Australia - Big Day Out
01/24 - Sydney, Australia - Entertainment Centre (Tool show)
01/25 - Sydney, Australia - Big Day Out
01/28 - Melbourne, Australia - Big Day Out
01/31 - Melbourne, Australia - Myer Bowl (Tool show)
02/02 - Adelaide, Australia - Big Day Out
02/04 - Perth, Australia - Big Day Out

Tickets for the Big Day Out go on sale on October 13 for AUD$115 from from Red Eye, Ticketmaster outlets and bigdayout.com.

Source: ultimate-guitar.com
Band profile: Tool
Event: Big Day Out Tour
Posted: 06.10.2006 by BurbotsRevenge | Comments (4)


Cliff Burton - Gets Memorial Stone

In Connection with the 20th anniversary of Cliff's death (i.e. 27th September) a memorial stone for Cliff Burton was placed on Saturday 30th September, close to the site of the accident which took his life.

A picture of the stone can be seen here http://www.cliffinourminds.com/ceremony/5.jpg

An interview with James Hetfield in a Swedish newspaper can be found at http://www.cliffinourminds.com.

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Source: cliffinourminds.com
Band profile: Metallica
Posted: 05.10.2006 by Warman | Comments (36)


Type O Negative - Will Not Tour Until Next Year

Gothic/Doom Metal band Type O Negative have announced that they won't be touring at all until they complete work on their upcoming album. So, because their album is set for a probable early 2007 release, they won't be touring until then. The band have said that they are focused on the album, and there won't be any time for tours.

This means that Type O Negative won't be playing at Rock & Shock 2006 festival on October 13-14, where previously they were going to make an appearance.

You can find some fairly recent interviews with Johnny Kelly at Lonely Ghost and Lords Of Metal.

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Source: typeonegative.net
Band profile: Type O Negative
Posted: 05.10.2006 by Raiden | Comments (0)


Testament - Australian Tour Dates

Veteran San Francisco Bay Area Metallers Testament will embark on a short tour of Australia in February 2007.
Confirmed dates are as follows:

Feb. 07 the Prince of Wales Hotel - Melbourne, Australia
Feb. 08 the Manning barSydney, Australia
Feb. 09 the ANU barCanberra, Australia
Feb. 10 the Waterloo Hotel - Brisbane, Australia

Source: testamentlegions.com
Band profile: Testament
Posted: 05.10.2006 by Damnated | Comments (4)


In Flames - N. American Tour With Lacuna Coil

In Flames have lined up the following North American dates with Lacuna Coil, Seemless and Sword:

UPDATED DATES ON 13/10/06 :
December 05 - Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa
December 06 - Philadelphia, PA @ Electric Factory
December 07 - Hartford, CT @ Webster Theatre
December 08 - Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
December 09 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
December 11 - Montreal, QC @ Metropolis
December 12 - Toronto, ON @ Kool Haus
December 13 - Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theatre
December 15 - Detroit, MI @ Harpo's
December 16 - Columbus, OH @ Newport Music Hall
December 17 - Chicago, IL @ Metro
December 18 - Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue
December 19 - Kansas City, MO @ Beaumont Club

More dates will be announced soon.

All In Flames tour dates can be found at http://www.inflames.com.

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Source: inflames.com
Band profile: In Flames
Posted: 05.10.2006 by Eight | Comments (2)


Mastodon - Support Tool On Europe Winter Tour

Mastodon have announced that they will be supporting Tool on their upcoming European tour this winter. The trek will last a month and a half and cover over a dozen countries.
According to the band's official Myspace page : "We are honored and elated to be joining Tool for their European tour. Having the privilege to share the stage with such an inspiring and admirable artist will truly will be a unique experience for Mastodon ? a dream come true."
Additionally, before the band leaves they will be performing on Late Night with Conan O'Brien on November 1st.

Mastodon opening for Tool:

Nov. 03 - Barcelona, SPA @ Badalona
Nov. 04 - Madrid, SPA @ La Cubierta
Nov. 05 - Lisbon, POR @ Atlantico Pavilion
Nov. 08 - Leuven, BEL @ Brabanthal
Nov. 09 - Rotterdam, NETH @ Rotterdam Ahoy
Nov. 10 - Brussels, BEL @ Brussels Forest National
Nov. 12 - Torino, ITA @ Palaisozaki
Nov. 13 - Florence, ITA @ Mandela Forum
Nov. 15 - Rimini, ITA @ Palasport
Nov. 16 - Jesolo, ITA @ Palasport
Nov. 18 - Munich, GER @ Zenith
Nov. 19 - Vienna, AUT @ Stadthalle
Nov. 22 - Dublin, IRE @ Point
Nov. 24 - Manchester, UK @ Arena
Nov. 25 - Glasgow, SCO @ SECC
Nov. 27 - London, UK @ Wembley Arena
Nov. 30 - Cardiff, UK @ Arena
Dec. 01 - Nottingham, UK @ Arena
Dec. 03 - Oberhausen, GER @ Arena
Dec. 04 - Leipzig, GER @ Arena
Dec. 05 - Stuttgart, GER @ Porsche Arena
Dec. 07 - Lyon, FRA @ Halle TG
Dec. 08 - Nantes, FRA @ Zenith
Dec. 10 - Paris, FRA @ Zenith
Dec. 12 - Mannheim, GER @ Mainmarket-Halle
Dec. 13 - Zurich, SWI @ Hallenstadium
Dec. 16 - Athens, GRE @ Olympic Fencing Hall

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Source: myspace.com
Band profile: Mastodon
Posted: 05.10.2006 by BurbotsRevenge | Comments (1)


Decapitated - New Video Online

Technically savvy Polish death metallers Decapitated are currently blazing through the US and Canada with Six Feet Under and are set to embark on a second leg of their US tour in late October with industrialized metal powerhouses, Fear Factory.
Decapitated's latest effort, "Organic Halucinosis," is a pummeling wall of concise sound that has turned the heads and ears of many within the metal community. The highly anticipated 'Day 69' music video, a featured track from "Organic Halucinosis," is now available for viewing at this location.

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Source: decapitatedband.net
Band profile: Decapitated
Posted: 05.10.2006 by Thryce | Comments (3)


Visceral Bleeding - Upcoming Album Details

Recently the cover art for Visceral Bleeding's highly anticipated third full length album "Absobring The Dissary" has been revealed and can be found by clicking here. Aside from eleven devastating death metal tracks the album contains two video clips as well. The full tracklisting is:

Audio portion:
01. Bi-polar
02. Disgust the Vile
03. Despise Defined
04. Perpetual Torment Commence
05. Emulated Sense: Failure
06. Rip the Flesh
07. Absorbing the Disarray
08. Awakened By Blood
09. Beyond the Realms of Reason
10. Bring Forth the Bedlam
11. Demise of the One That Conquered

Enhanched video portion:
12. Rip the Flesh (video clip)
13. Disgust the Vile (video clip)

Neurotic Records have put online a special e-card where you can view the videoclip for the song 'Disgust The Vile', hear the song 'Rip the Flesh' and pre-order special strictly limited CD/T-shirt/Poster packages here.

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Source: neurotic-records.com
Band profile: Visceral Bleeding
Posted: 05.10.2006 by Thryce | Comments (0)


Deadlock - New Member, Start Recording New Album

The following has been announced via Deadlock's official newsletter :

After more than six years of brilliant collaborations for Deadlock's previous records, we´re very proud to announce Sabine Weniger will be a constant member of Deadlock in the future!
Starting from the bands next 'yet untitled' album, which is scheduled for an april 2007 release, we heartly welcome this outstanding talented and professional singer as the band's second main vocalist.

The band additionally stated: "The personal and musical cooperation in the past has always been fantastic and will now mean another big step to more variety, innovation and inimitability. Her amazing and highly acclaimed voice perfectly fits in our new songs and we´re sure, that Joe and her will be an excellent duo on our live performances and all upcoming releases."

Sabine Weniger has been already involved in the songwriting for Deadlock's new album and will be fully included in the studio sessions, which the band started with recording drums the last weekend.

Listen to the track 'Awakend By Sirens' (featuring guest vocals from Sabine) from Deadlock's latest album "Earth.Revolt" here).

Deadlock will keep you updated regularly with news and pics from the studio on their Myspace profile (http://www.myspace.com/xdeadlockx) and on the band's website (http://www.xdeadlockx.com.

Deadlock live:
04-11-06 DE - Erlenbach @ Extreme Festivity
10-11-06 DE - Wiesbaden @ Kulturpalast w/ Fall Of Serenity
11-11-06 DE - Pirmasens/ Saarbrücken @ Spirit w/ Fall Of Serenity
Vainstream Santa Claws Night Tour with Caliban, Heaven Shall Burn Neaera and more
25-12-06 DE - Leipzig @ Werk 2
26-12-06 DE - Essen @ Weststadthalle
27-12-06 DE - Karlsruhe @ Substage
28-12-06 DE - Losheim @ Eisenbahnhalle
29-12-06 BE - Tielt @ Europahal
30-12-06 DE - Hamburg @ Markthalle

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Source: xdeadlockx.com
Band profile: Deadlock
Posted: 05.10.2006 by Thryce | Comments (2)


Malicious Intent Records - Shutting Down

Extreme music label Malicious Intent Records is shutting down due to financial problems. The label had released records from Flesh And Blood Robot, Cranial Incisored, Debellation, Fecal Corpse, Homestell and Zora. They have issued the following statement:

"On behalf of everyone here we are extremely sorry to announce the end of Malicious Intent. It has been a great run, and we have made alot of friends in the process. Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond our control, we will have to call it quits. We would again like to thank everyone in the extreme metal and hardcore scenes for all the goodtimes."

Source: maliciousintentrecords.com
Posted: 04.10.2006 by Thryce | Comments (4)


Månegarm - New Album Track Listing Revealed

Månegarm have issued a studio update featering a tracklist from the upcoming fifth studio album:

Månegarm is currently in the studio working with their fifth full length album "Vargstenen - The Wolf Stone", the three first weeks in October.
This is the first concept-album ever made by the band and the story begins with the prologue track 'Frekastein' from the album "Vredens Tid".
So if you want a hint of the story and the new album, check out "Frekastein"?

This is the track list:

Kap. 1 Uppvaknande-Ur Själslig Död
Kap. 2 Minnen-En Fallen Fader
Kap. 3 Den Gamle Talar
Kap. 4 Genom Världar Nio
Kap. 5 Visioner På Isen
Kap. 6 Vargbrodern Talar
Kap. 7 I Underjorden
Kap. 8 Nio Dagar, Nio Nätter
Kap. 9 Vargstenen
Kap. 10 Vedergällningens Tid
Kap. 11 TBA

Studio updates and pictures can be found here.
The upcoming album will be Månegarm's first for Black Lodge Records after a ten-year collaboration with Displeased Records. An early 2007 release is expected.

UPDATE (26-10-006): Album Completed
Swedish 'Viking metal' act Månegarm has issued the following update:

"After three weeks in Studio Underground, we're finally finished with our new album 'Vargstenen' (The Wolfstone). Everything has gone very well although it has been three hectic weeks. We have been working really hard, 14-15 hours a day, just to get everything in place?

"Anyway, we are really, really satisfied with the album recording. The songs that we have recorded feel great and Pelle Saether has, as always, done a fantastic job with the sound and with the mix. We all think that the production is the best ever and we are totally convinced, and we hope that we can convince the rest of you, that this is going to be the best Månegarm album we have released so far.

"Our new album, 'Vargstenen', is expected to be released somewhere around March/April 2007 so make sure to keep your eyes open, it's going to be something really special!!!"

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Source: manegarm.com
Band profile: Månegarm
Posted: 04.10.2006 by Unknown user | Comments (0)