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Arch Enemy - Back in Studio
The band, in a little post in their website, says that they're currently recording their follow up to "Anthens of Rebellion".
| Source: | archenemy.net |
| Band profile: | Arch Enemy |
Alchemy X - New Vocalist for Upcoming Album
Alchemy X would like to announce the addition of vocalist Tom Engel for our upcoming third studio album and hopefully well beyond. Tom brings professional experience, great range and even more importantly, humor and humility that have made his transition into the band seamless. We're very excited to add someone of Tom's caliber to the AX family and hope to upload samples of the upcoming album soon!
http://www.alchemy-x.com
http://www.alchemy-x.com
Katatonia - Saw You Drown LP Release
"Infinite Vinyl series will be releasing the Saw You Drown on 10" LP. This is the long out of print mini album from 1998 that collectors regard as the most rare and wanted item in Katatonia's discography. The vinyl version will be limited to 1000 copies, all hand numbered and will come in blue colored vinyl. It'll also feature an unreleased band photo, lyrics for all songs, plus personal liner notes from the band. The release date has been set for April".
| Source: | label.theendrecords.com |
| Band profile: | Katatonia |
Thyrfing - A New Record Deal
Thyrfing has signed a deal with Swedish Regain Records (a.o. Danzig, Marduk, Samael, Overkill) for their next album. The plan right now is to release the album in September. Information about studio and recording will follow shortly at their official website.
| Source: | thyrfing.com |
| Band profile: | Thyrfing |
Enslaved - Wins Norwegian Grammy Award
Following news is taken from www.taburec.com
It´s with great pride and joy, that we announce that Enslaved is honoured with a Grammy Award for their latest masterpiece, ISA. The Norwegian Grammy ceremony was held in Oslo Spectrum for the 33rd time on Saturday the 26th of February, and was broadcasted live on national TV. This is was the band´s third Grammy nomination. So it´s safe to say that is was well deserved. The other nominees in the metal genre was Mayhem and domestic phenomenon Black Debbath. Enslaved was not able to attend the actual ceremony as they are currently touring Europe, but we´re thrilled when the received the news. Ivar Bjørnson had the following comment: This Grammy Award means very much to the band and reflects the recognition of our efforts not only for this record alone, but for years of hard work. After two nominations, it felt extremely good to get the recognition from the mainstream music circus and to finally finish first for a change. Ivar Bjørnson´s father took the stage, and received the Award on the band´s behalf with the following statement: There is more to the picture, than meets the eye...Rock´n´Roll will never die!
Enslaved has also received the independent Alarm Award for best metal album in 2004. Enslaved was nominated for their latest studio album, Isa, in the metal genre. The other nominees was: Susperia, Khold, Red Harvest and Mayhem.
Enslaved is the first Norwegian band to be confirmed for this years Roskilde Festival in Denmark. Enslaved will also play the Fury Fest in France and Graspop in Belgium this summer. You can still catch Enslaved on tour at the following venues in Europe:
2005.03.03 Antidox Torino Italy
2005.03.04 La Gabbia Bassano del Grappa Italy
2005.03.06 Gaswerk Winterthur Switzerland
2005.03.09 Black Pes - Prague (Czech Republic)
2005.03.10 Arena - Wien (Austria)
2005.03.11 Mostovna Nova Gorica Slovenija
2005.03.12 Mochavara - Zagreb (Croatia)
2005.03.13 E-Klubb - Budapest (Hungary)
2005.03.14 Stara Pekaren Nitra Slovakia
2005.03.15 Underground Cologne Germany
2005.03.16 Voxhall - Aarhus (Denmark)
2005.03.20 Folken - Stavanger (Norway)
Label mates Vreid are providing more than a worthy support to these fine Norse boatmen in Europe.
More and updated info on Enslaved and other Tabu artists will be posted on www.taburec.com frequently.
It´s with great pride and joy, that we announce that Enslaved is honoured with a Grammy Award for their latest masterpiece, ISA. The Norwegian Grammy ceremony was held in Oslo Spectrum for the 33rd time on Saturday the 26th of February, and was broadcasted live on national TV. This is was the band´s third Grammy nomination. So it´s safe to say that is was well deserved. The other nominees in the metal genre was Mayhem and domestic phenomenon Black Debbath. Enslaved was not able to attend the actual ceremony as they are currently touring Europe, but we´re thrilled when the received the news. Ivar Bjørnson had the following comment: This Grammy Award means very much to the band and reflects the recognition of our efforts not only for this record alone, but for years of hard work. After two nominations, it felt extremely good to get the recognition from the mainstream music circus and to finally finish first for a change. Ivar Bjørnson´s father took the stage, and received the Award on the band´s behalf with the following statement: There is more to the picture, than meets the eye...Rock´n´Roll will never die!
Enslaved has also received the independent Alarm Award for best metal album in 2004. Enslaved was nominated for their latest studio album, Isa, in the metal genre. The other nominees was: Susperia, Khold, Red Harvest and Mayhem.
Enslaved is the first Norwegian band to be confirmed for this years Roskilde Festival in Denmark. Enslaved will also play the Fury Fest in France and Graspop in Belgium this summer. You can still catch Enslaved on tour at the following venues in Europe:
2005.03.03 Antidox Torino Italy
2005.03.04 La Gabbia Bassano del Grappa Italy
2005.03.06 Gaswerk Winterthur Switzerland
2005.03.09 Black Pes - Prague (Czech Republic)
2005.03.10 Arena - Wien (Austria)
2005.03.11 Mostovna Nova Gorica Slovenija
2005.03.12 Mochavara - Zagreb (Croatia)
2005.03.13 E-Klubb - Budapest (Hungary)
2005.03.14 Stara Pekaren Nitra Slovakia
2005.03.15 Underground Cologne Germany
2005.03.16 Voxhall - Aarhus (Denmark)
2005.03.20 Folken - Stavanger (Norway)
Label mates Vreid are providing more than a worthy support to these fine Norse boatmen in Europe.
More and updated info on Enslaved and other Tabu artists will be posted on www.taburec.com frequently.
| Band profile: | Enslaved |
Dark Tranquility - New Clip "Lost In Apathy"
Century Media posted today a new video clip (in Real Media format) from Dark Tranquility, "Lost In Apathy".
Follow this link to see it: http://www.centurymedia.com/index2.htm
Follow this link to see it: http://www.centurymedia.com/index2.htm
| Band profile: | Dark Tranquillity |
Waylander - Big Update From The Band
The following statement was posted on the Waylander website:
"Waylander have not rehearsed as a full band since before the recording of a 2 song promo in October. Dissatisfaction with the end result led to the decision to remove Gaz from the drum stool. We appreciate his efforts, considering he is really a bassist.
We needed a drummer who could play Waylander songs naturally so we asked original Waylander member, Den Ferran to resume his rightful place and he gleefully accepted.
It came as no surprise when disaster struck, with Fearghal Duffy resigning due to medical reasons. Fearghal had trouble with his hands, leading to tendonitis and arthritis, rendering guitar playing practically impossible. Waylander.s thoughts are with him.
A few weeks later, long term bassist Michael Proctor resigned due to complete disillusionment with being in a band, playing music etc.
Obviously, the 3 remaining members are reeling from this and the existence of Waylander has been seriously brought into question.
We will convene again in March and begin 2 months of auditions. So, Waylander once again, require members, a bassist and guitarist. A knowledge of folk music is desired as well as a grasp of what Waylander are all about. Commitment and decent equipment an absolute must. 21+ if possible.
We're not looking for Steve Vai here, just someone motivated to write music and contribute to a band environment.
The timing has been terrible as we now have to withdraw from the Skyforger tour, not to mention, turning down a French tour and keeping the several interested Record labels at arm's length for the time being.
We will search for and audition members until mid May. If the vacant positions are not filled by that stage, we will prepare a set for Day of Darkness which may very well be Waylander's farewell performance.
So, we need musicians, if anyone knows anyone suitable e-mail Ardchieftain667@yahoo.co.uk
Thank you for your time."
ArdChieftain
WAYLANDER
http://www.clanwaylander.org
Read more ››
"Waylander have not rehearsed as a full band since before the recording of a 2 song promo in October. Dissatisfaction with the end result led to the decision to remove Gaz from the drum stool. We appreciate his efforts, considering he is really a bassist.
We needed a drummer who could play Waylander songs naturally so we asked original Waylander member, Den Ferran to resume his rightful place and he gleefully accepted.
It came as no surprise when disaster struck, with Fearghal Duffy resigning due to medical reasons. Fearghal had trouble with his hands, leading to tendonitis and arthritis, rendering guitar playing practically impossible. Waylander.s thoughts are with him.
A few weeks later, long term bassist Michael Proctor resigned due to complete disillusionment with being in a band, playing music etc.
Obviously, the 3 remaining members are reeling from this and the existence of Waylander has been seriously brought into question.
We will convene again in March and begin 2 months of auditions. So, Waylander once again, require members, a bassist and guitarist. A knowledge of folk music is desired as well as a grasp of what Waylander are all about. Commitment and decent equipment an absolute must. 21+ if possible.
We're not looking for Steve Vai here, just someone motivated to write music and contribute to a band environment.
The timing has been terrible as we now have to withdraw from the Skyforger tour, not to mention, turning down a French tour and keeping the several interested Record labels at arm's length for the time being.
We will search for and audition members until mid May. If the vacant positions are not filled by that stage, we will prepare a set for Day of Darkness which may very well be Waylander's farewell performance.
So, we need musicians, if anyone knows anyone suitable e-mail Ardchieftain667@yahoo.co.uk
Thank you for your time."
ArdChieftain
WAYLANDER
http://www.clanwaylander.org
Read more ››
| Band profile: | Waylander |
Infinited Hate - New Album on the Way
Here is an update by Rachel Heyzer-Kloosterwaard:
"Dear fans
Sorry for the late update,but here it is,some news about Infinited hate. The recordings are almost done,we've record everything in the excess studio in Rotterdam,also the mixing will be done in the excess studio,again we worked with Hans Pieters,like we did before also with Sinister. This time they don't have a drummachine. We asked Dirk Verbeuren (Soilwork,Scarve,Aborted) to join the album and he did a hell of a job!!
Here are the titles of "Heaven termination"
-Horned Priest
-Demonical Supulture
-Citadel of Carnage
-The Purity Corrupted
-Faced Aggressor
-Memento Recollection
-Unholy Commandments
-Pierced with Nails
-See Hell
-Before Creation of T ime(Unleashed)"
"Dear fans
Sorry for the late update,but here it is,some news about Infinited hate. The recordings are almost done,we've record everything in the excess studio in Rotterdam,also the mixing will be done in the excess studio,again we worked with Hans Pieters,like we did before also with Sinister. This time they don't have a drummachine. We asked Dirk Verbeuren (Soilwork,Scarve,Aborted) to join the album and he did a hell of a job!!
Here are the titles of "Heaven termination"
-Horned Priest
-Demonical Supulture
-Citadel of Carnage
-The Purity Corrupted
-Faced Aggressor
-Memento Recollection
-Unholy Commandments
-Pierced with Nails
-See Hell
-Before Creation of T ime(Unleashed)"
| Source: | infinitedhate.tk |
Subway to Sally - New Album, New Drummer
German medieval metallers SUBWAY TO SALLY have announced that they will issue their new album, Nord Nord Ost (North North East) on August 22nd through Nuclear Blast.
The album, which deals with the depths of emotional coldness, will be preceded by the first single, 'Eisblumen' ('Ice Flowers'), which is due out on July 25th.
In other Subway To Sally news, there has been a change in the band lineup. Drummer David Patsch has left the band and has been replaced by Christian "Chrishchrash" Gerlach (ex-KNORKATOR).
http://www.bravewords.com/
The album, which deals with the depths of emotional coldness, will be preceded by the first single, 'Eisblumen' ('Ice Flowers'), which is due out on July 25th.
In other Subway To Sally news, there has been a change in the band lineup. Drummer David Patsch has left the band and has been replaced by Christian "Chrishchrash" Gerlach (ex-KNORKATOR).
http://www.bravewords.com/
Edguy - New EP Scheduled For September 05
Hi,
Just a short message: We've just come back from our trip to Granada, Spain Edguy.netto play the Atarfe-Vega-Rock festival. It was a lot of fun, although it's been pretty cold in the venue. That was not what we expected from Spain but however, you people who were there were really great. Some technical
problems on stage and we couldn't bring the whole show, but what the fuck - we gave our best and you gave your best, that's what counts. We all had a great evening!
After the show we had a kind of pre-birthday party for Eggi, together with the Primal Fear guys. Great guys, great fun. We will not mention any details, I am not gonna reveal that Jens woke up in his bath tub full of water and that I had to be carried out of the venue by two of our crew guys later that night. Well, you see: We had fun!!! Felix had a food war with himeself which is not very funny. There's a lot of people who starve while two Kiwis accidently slipped out of Felix' hand and exploded on the wall. To his excuse we should mention that he wouldn't have managed to throw them to Namibia anyway. So I want to stress we can't speak about waste of food in this case.
Meanwhile we are working full-steam on our new EP that is estimated to be released in September. A full length album is to follow early next year. I liked the concept of delivering a big value-for-money thing as the official single last time just like the King Of Fools EP. We got very good response to that and we are so creative at the moment that there will be a lot of material as it seems. We'll see, can't tell too much at this point. But we are working on that one. Anyway, the material sounds good, sound like Edguy, very fresh, very cheeky and of course epic at times. You'll hear it later. Have a great week and happy birthday Eggi,
Tobias!
Just a short message: We've just come back from our trip to Granada, Spain Edguy.netto play the Atarfe-Vega-Rock festival. It was a lot of fun, although it's been pretty cold in the venue. That was not what we expected from Spain but however, you people who were there were really great. Some technical
problems on stage and we couldn't bring the whole show, but what the fuck - we gave our best and you gave your best, that's what counts. We all had a great evening!
After the show we had a kind of pre-birthday party for Eggi, together with the Primal Fear guys. Great guys, great fun. We will not mention any details, I am not gonna reveal that Jens woke up in his bath tub full of water and that I had to be carried out of the venue by two of our crew guys later that night. Well, you see: We had fun!!! Felix had a food war with himeself which is not very funny. There's a lot of people who starve while two Kiwis accidently slipped out of Felix' hand and exploded on the wall. To his excuse we should mention that he wouldn't have managed to throw them to Namibia anyway. So I want to stress we can't speak about waste of food in this case.
Meanwhile we are working full-steam on our new EP that is estimated to be released in September. A full length album is to follow early next year. I liked the concept of delivering a big value-for-money thing as the official single last time just like the King Of Fools EP. We got very good response to that and we are so creative at the moment that there will be a lot of material as it seems. We'll see, can't tell too much at this point. But we are working on that one. Anyway, the material sounds good, sound like Edguy, very fresh, very cheeky and of course epic at times. You'll hear it later. Have a great week and happy birthday Eggi,
Tobias!
| Source: | Official website |
| Band profile: | Edguy |
Platitude - Keyboardist Leave The Band
The band posted the following message on their website:
"We've just started the rehearsals for the upcoming gigs and the studio recording, it sounds great!
The new material is beginning to take shape and it really rocks!
Also, Andreas Lindahl is no longer a member in the band. He is now fully concentrating on his other projects, mainly Loch Vostok as well as his session work with Wuthering Heights and Manticora. We wish him all the best of luck with his endevours!
To solve all problems regarding Platitude's lineup, this is the band as it will appear on the next album:
Erik EZ Blomkvist
Gustav Köllerstrom
Wachen
Patrik Janson
Andreas Brobjer
See you soon!"
"We've just started the rehearsals for the upcoming gigs and the studio recording, it sounds great!
The new material is beginning to take shape and it really rocks!
Also, Andreas Lindahl is no longer a member in the band. He is now fully concentrating on his other projects, mainly Loch Vostok as well as his session work with Wuthering Heights and Manticora. We wish him all the best of luck with his endevours!
To solve all problems regarding Platitude's lineup, this is the band as it will appear on the next album:
Erik EZ Blomkvist
Gustav Köllerstrom
Wachen
Patrik Janson
Andreas Brobjer
See you soon!"
| Source: | platitude.net |
| Band profile: | Platitude |
Apocalyptica - "Wie Weit" Videos Online
"Wie Weit" videos (both English and German version) were posted online on the band's website.
For seeing them, follow this link: http://www.apocalyptica.com/releases/index.php
For seeing them, follow this link: http://www.apocalyptica.com/releases/index.php
| Band profile: | Apocalyptica |
Rhapsody - In Concert With Christopher Lee!
When the Italian epic metal band Rhapsody first met the legendary actor Christopher Lee in December 2003 during the recording of their current album "Symphony Of Enchanted Lands II - The Dark Secret" no one really knew what could come of this collaboration.
It was only after Lee himself, being a talented singer possessing a rich bass/baritone voice, expressed his "concerns" that he was about to narrate for the album in a role of a wizard king and not sing at all, laid the ground for what was to come next:
The release of the album was critically acclaimed by both fans and media and achieving fantastic chart positions throughout the world - the parties decided to meet again in December 2004 to re-record the album track "The Magic Of The Wizard's Dream", this time as a duet that would feature the rich and expressive singing voice of none other than Mr. Lee with the band Rhapsody.
In many reviews of the album, media and fans had already chosen the song as one of the best ever by the band. So this time producer Joey DeMaio was chosen by the band and Mr. Lee to produce the recording with the help of a Cologne string orchestra and some other guest musicians.
With Mr. Lee's command of over 12 languages it was a pleasure not a problem to record the song in the four different languages English, German, French and Italian. Also a spectacular video was shot in High Definition filmed by noted director Neil Johnson featuring a 40-piece orchestra and a 20-piece choir.
In addition to the four language versions the band also produced two brand new studio tracks, the fast and powerful "Autumn Twilight" and the sweet and traditionally influenced "Lo Specchio D'Argento" that will also appear on this new offering. Single release date: 4.04.2005
Christopher Lee will be joining RHAPSODY live on stage on this year's Earthshaker Fest 2005 in Geiselwind, Germany to perform the new single "The Magic Of The Wizard's Dream"!
It was only after Lee himself, being a talented singer possessing a rich bass/baritone voice, expressed his "concerns" that he was about to narrate for the album in a role of a wizard king and not sing at all, laid the ground for what was to come next:
The release of the album was critically acclaimed by both fans and media and achieving fantastic chart positions throughout the world - the parties decided to meet again in December 2004 to re-record the album track "The Magic Of The Wizard's Dream", this time as a duet that would feature the rich and expressive singing voice of none other than Mr. Lee with the band Rhapsody.
In many reviews of the album, media and fans had already chosen the song as one of the best ever by the band. So this time producer Joey DeMaio was chosen by the band and Mr. Lee to produce the recording with the help of a Cologne string orchestra and some other guest musicians.
With Mr. Lee's command of over 12 languages it was a pleasure not a problem to record the song in the four different languages English, German, French and Italian. Also a spectacular video was shot in High Definition filmed by noted director Neil Johnson featuring a 40-piece orchestra and a 20-piece choir.
In addition to the four language versions the band also produced two brand new studio tracks, the fast and powerful "Autumn Twilight" and the sweet and traditionally influenced "Lo Specchio D'Argento" that will also appear on this new offering. Single release date: 4.04.2005
Christopher Lee will be joining RHAPSODY live on stage on this year's Earthshaker Fest 2005 in Geiselwind, Germany to perform the new single "The Magic Of The Wizard's Dream"!
| Source: | mightyrhapsody.com |
| Band profile: | Rhapsody |
Mystic Prophecy - New Lineup
Mystic Prophecy have recruited the former Primal Fear drummer Klaus Sperling to replace Dennis Eckdahl. The band also announce that Symphorce guitarist Markus Pohl, who played the last liveshows beside Gus G., joined the band as a member. Both members are crazy about playing the upcoming shows in April/May with Freedom Call. The whole band is also engaged in writing new songs for the next album which will be released in march 2006.
New line up:
Roberto Dimitri Liapakis - Vocals
Gus G. - Lead Guitar
Klaus Sperling - Drums
Markus Pohl - Guitar
Martin Albrecht - Bass
http://www.mysticprophecy.com/
New line up:
Roberto Dimitri Liapakis - Vocals
Gus G. - Lead Guitar
Klaus Sperling - Drums
Markus Pohl - Guitar
Martin Albrecht - Bass
http://www.mysticprophecy.com/
| Band profile: | Mystic Prophecy |
Cryptopsy - Mp3 Online
You can now listen to Carrionshine (demo version), a pre-production of the song that will appear on Cryptopsy's new album that will be released later this year. It has been recorded by the band at their local in February 2005. Download it by clicking here! ( http://www.cryptopsy.net/lost/mp3s/Cryptopsy_PreProd2005.mp3 ).
http://www.cryptopsy.net/
http://www.cryptopsy.net/
| Band profile: | Cryptopsy |