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Dimmu Borgir - Album Recording Finished
Dimmu Borgir has finished the recording process for their upcoming yet-to-be-titled album. The album was recorded and produced at Studio Fredman in Sweden by Frederick Nordström and Patrik J. Sten. This album is a concept album that deals with organzied religion and policits that is set in medieval Europe. Guitarist Silenoz says this about the concept:
"There's this dude that works as a priest's assistant, and after a while he just discovers that he has nothing to do with Christianity. He just sort of has this awakening and realizes that he has different abilities and different powers and is leaning more to the dark side."
The new Dimmu Borgir album is set for an early 2007 release via Nuclear Blast Records.
"There's this dude that works as a priest's assistant, and after a while he just discovers that he has nothing to do with Christianity. He just sort of has this awakening and realizes that he has different abilities and different powers and is leaning more to the dark side."
The new Dimmu Borgir album is set for an early 2007 release via Nuclear Blast Records.
| Source: | dimmu-borgir.com |
| Band profile: | Dimmu Borgir |
Deicide - Victims Of Vandalization
Official press release:
In an unexplained act of vandalism on November 8th at The Galaxy Theater in Santa Ana, California, Deicide fell victim to vandalism of their personal property. During Deicide's set a member of the opening band, California black metal outfit Amon Isis, vandalized Deicide'S prep room - subsequently damaging the band's personal property as well as the club's property. Deicide will be following up with legal action against this individual, as will the management of The Galaxy Theater. Soldiering on, Deicide will be wrapping up the U.S. end of the tour with Desolation and entering the Mexican leg of the tour in late-November.
UPDATE:
The Gauntlet has received the following statement from Amon Isis:
"To whom it may Concern,
We would like top take the time to clarify and apologize for any misunderstandings that took place on November 8th, 2006 at the Galaxy Theatre this past Wednesday.
There have been rumors and mixed up stories of Amon Isis vandalizing Deicide and Galaxy Theatre private property. Amon Isis has always, and will continue to respect every band and venue that forms part in our performances. Unfortunately we cannot say the same for crazed fans and pupils, or situations caused by people outside the Amon Isis band members.
It has been brought to our attention that a certain pupil who is an extreme Deicide and Amon Isis fan caused quite a disturbance the night of 11-8-06. After undergoing some serious investigation, Amon Isis has been informed of the series of events that took place that night.
Apparently a Deicide/Amon Isis fan, which had a high level of alcohol in his system, lacked self control and discipline. In the mist of commotion and impaired judgment, mistakes that cannot be taken back were made. Accusations were made that Amon Isis band members were responsible for the vandalism made.
Amon Isis band members never saw first hand the damages that were made. Although such accusations are not true, we wanted to apologize for any damages made by crazed fans that supported Amon Isis that night.
We feel embarrassed for the misunderstanding of this situation, but compelled to clarify the occurrence of this night. Our utter and most sincere apologies go out to Deicide and the Galaxy Theatre for any inconveniences caused by this misunderstanding. We have nothing but respect and appreciation for the opportunity given to us to play with such a great band and venue.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
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In an unexplained act of vandalism on November 8th at The Galaxy Theater in Santa Ana, California, Deicide fell victim to vandalism of their personal property. During Deicide's set a member of the opening band, California black metal outfit Amon Isis, vandalized Deicide'S prep room - subsequently damaging the band's personal property as well as the club's property. Deicide will be following up with legal action against this individual, as will the management of The Galaxy Theater. Soldiering on, Deicide will be wrapping up the U.S. end of the tour with Desolation and entering the Mexican leg of the tour in late-November.
UPDATE:
The Gauntlet has received the following statement from Amon Isis:
"To whom it may Concern,
We would like top take the time to clarify and apologize for any misunderstandings that took place on November 8th, 2006 at the Galaxy Theatre this past Wednesday.
There have been rumors and mixed up stories of Amon Isis vandalizing Deicide and Galaxy Theatre private property. Amon Isis has always, and will continue to respect every band and venue that forms part in our performances. Unfortunately we cannot say the same for crazed fans and pupils, or situations caused by people outside the Amon Isis band members.
It has been brought to our attention that a certain pupil who is an extreme Deicide and Amon Isis fan caused quite a disturbance the night of 11-8-06. After undergoing some serious investigation, Amon Isis has been informed of the series of events that took place that night.
Apparently a Deicide/Amon Isis fan, which had a high level of alcohol in his system, lacked self control and discipline. In the mist of commotion and impaired judgment, mistakes that cannot be taken back were made. Accusations were made that Amon Isis band members were responsible for the vandalism made.
Amon Isis band members never saw first hand the damages that were made. Although such accusations are not true, we wanted to apologize for any damages made by crazed fans that supported Amon Isis that night.
We feel embarrassed for the misunderstanding of this situation, but compelled to clarify the occurrence of this night. Our utter and most sincere apologies go out to Deicide and the Galaxy Theatre for any inconveniences caused by this misunderstanding. We have nothing but respect and appreciation for the opportunity given to us to play with such a great band and venue.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
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| Source: | bravewords.com |
| Band profile: | Deicide |
Kronos - New Song Posted Online
French death metallers Kronos have posted a new song entitled 'The Road of Salvation', off their upcoming new album "The Hellenic Torture", over at their official MySpace page here.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Kronos |
Blind Guardian - Australian Dates Confirmed
Finally, it has been officially confirmed: Blind Guardian will come to Australia!
Blind Guardian have started selling tickets for their shows on the 16th and 17th of February, 2007 at the Forum Theater, Melbourne. They are available online at http://premier.ticketek.com.au and Metal Mayhem in Melbourne.
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Blind Guardian have started selling tickets for their shows on the 16th and 17th of February, 2007 at the Forum Theater, Melbourne. They are available online at http://premier.ticketek.com.au and Metal Mayhem in Melbourne.
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| Source: | 666metal.com |
| Band profile: | Blind Guardian |
| Event: | Blind Guardian: Australian Dates |
Nevermore - Live Footage Online
Several video clips of Nevermore performing at the Esplanade Hotel in Melbourne, Australia on October 28 have been posted online at YouTube.com here.
Nevermore filmed its performance at the Zeche club in Bochum, Germany October 11 for its first-ever DVD, tentatively due in early 2007. The concert was originally slated to take place September 12 but had to be rescheduled after Nevermore vocalist Warrel Dane came down with an infection.
Nevermore also filmed its headlining performance on August 25 at the Studio Seven in Seattle, Washington for the upcoming DVD. The planned double-DVD set will also contain a full Nevermore documentary, live footage from throughout the band's career, all of their promotional videos and more extras.
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Nevermore filmed its performance at the Zeche club in Bochum, Germany October 11 for its first-ever DVD, tentatively due in early 2007. The concert was originally slated to take place September 12 but had to be rescheduled after Nevermore vocalist Warrel Dane came down with an infection.
Nevermore also filmed its headlining performance on August 25 at the Studio Seven in Seattle, Washington for the upcoming DVD. The planned double-DVD set will also contain a full Nevermore documentary, live footage from throughout the band's career, all of their promotional videos and more extras.
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| Source: | blabbiemouth.net |
| Band profile: | Nevermore |
Beseech - Announce Farewell Gig/Live DVD
Swedish Gothic metallers Beseech, who recently announced their decision to split up after over 15 years in the business, will play their final gig on December 15 at Trägårn in their hometown of Borås, Sweden. More info - in Swedish - can be found here.
The band has also revealed plans to release a DVD in early 2007 containing a remixed live show (with 5.1 Surround Sound) and "tons of material" from various concerts, studio sessions, backstage footage and "other crazy things that happen on tour."
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The band has also revealed plans to release a DVD in early 2007 containing a remixed live show (with 5.1 Surround Sound) and "tons of material" from various concerts, studio sessions, backstage footage and "other crazy things that happen on tour."
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| Source: | beseech.net |
| Band profile: | Beseech |
Timo Rautiainen & Trio Niskalaukaus - Officially Disband
Finnish Heavy Metal band Timo Rautiainen & Trio Niskalaukaus have called it quits according to Noise.fi. The band went on a definite hiatus in the fall of 2004 after recording "Hartes Land" but have now decided that it was time to split. The group's members have individual projects in Seppo Alvari & Mamboo Kings, Dark Days Ahead, and Where Victims Lie. Timo Rautiainen is leading member of the Finnish Heavy Metal band Lyijykomppania.
Timo Rautiainen & Trio Niskalaukaus was one of the first bands which brought metal with Finnish lyrics to mainstream in their home country.
A full report, translated from Finnish, can be found at this location.
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Timo Rautiainen & Trio Niskalaukaus was one of the first bands which brought metal with Finnish lyrics to mainstream in their home country.
A full report, translated from Finnish, can be found at this location.
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| Source: | noise.fi |
Moonspell - Win MTV Europe Award
As some of you probably already knew, Moonspell won MTV Europe's award for Best Portuguese Act last week, competing with multi-platinum Hip - Hop and Pop bands. This is the first time in history that a Metal band has won this award! The band has issued the following statement online:
"We won MTV Euro awards for best Portuguese act and wish to dedicate it to all people around the world who voted for us and helped Moonspell to become a stronger band and Portuguese Metal more known to the abroad scene! Thank you a million moons!!!"
Moonspell continue to tour in support of their new album "Memorial" which was released earlier this year through SPV / Steamhammer. The appropriately dubbed "Nocturnal Mourning" tour with special guests Katatonia and Daylight Dies.
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"We won MTV Euro awards for best Portuguese act and wish to dedicate it to all people around the world who voted for us and helped Moonspell to become a stronger band and Portuguese Metal more known to the abroad scene! Thank you a million moons!!!"
Moonspell continue to tour in support of their new album "Memorial" which was released earlier this year through SPV / Steamhammer. The appropriately dubbed "Nocturnal Mourning" tour with special guests Katatonia and Daylight Dies.
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| Source: | moonspell.com |
| Band profile: | Moonspell |
The Gathering - Live Footage Online
Fans of The Gathering can now download live footage of the band performing 'Waking Hours' at the Paradiso in Amsterdam, Holland. Go to this location to check it out. The complete live show is still available at Fabchannel.com.
In other news, drummer Hans Rutten and his girlfriend are the proud parents of Bastiaan, who was born on October 20th, 2006 at 11:40am. Bastiaan was 49 cm for 3,07 kg. Mother, father and son are doing fine.
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In other news, drummer Hans Rutten and his girlfriend are the proud parents of Bastiaan, who was born on October 20th, 2006 at 11:40am. Bastiaan was 49 cm for 3,07 kg. Mother, father and son are doing fine.
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| Source: | gathering.nl |
| Band profile: | The Gathering |
Norther - Announce Pre-Christmas Party
Norther will be holding their legendary Fuck X-Mas Party 2006 at Nosturi in Helsinki, Finland on December 8th.
Doors open at 8:00pm, tickets are ?3. Admission includes cloakroom use and "some free beverages." According to the band's website no tickets will be sold in advance.
Doors open at 8:00pm, tickets are ?3. Admission includes cloakroom use and "some free beverages." According to the band's website no tickets will be sold in advance.
| Source: | norther.net |
| Band profile: | Norther |
| Event: | Norther: Fuck X-Mas Party |
Eternal Tears Of Sorrow - Live Date Announced
Token from the Eternal Tears Of Sorrow Newsletter:
Hello,
It is our pleasure to inform you that Eternal Tears of Sorrow is going to do the first live show in six years.
Time: 31th of December
Place: Teatria Club, Oulu, Finland (http://www.teatria.com)
With: Amorphis, Reflexion etc,
More information on this event later.
Thanks,
Jarmo/EToS
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Hello,
It is our pleasure to inform you that Eternal Tears of Sorrow is going to do the first live show in six years.
Time: 31th of December
Place: Teatria Club, Oulu, Finland (http://www.teatria.com)
With: Amorphis, Reflexion etc,
More information on this event later.
Thanks,
Jarmo/EToS
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| Source: | eternaltears.info |
| Band profile: | Eternal Tears Of Sorrow |
| Event: | Club Teatria: New Year's Eve Show w/ Amorphis & EToS |
Sinner - New Guitarist/New Album Details
Sinner ? the German band featuring Primal Fear bassist Mat Sinner, his Fear bandmate Tom Naumann (guitars), Frank Rössler (keyboards), and former Primal Fear drummer Klaus Sperling ? has announced the addition of second guitarist Christof Leim of The Traceelords to the group's ranks.
Commented the band: "Welcome, Christof. We're proud to have you on board and let's have some metal and fun in the future!"
Leim performed with Sinner during the band's October 7 appearance in Reichenbach, Germany alongside Primal Fear, Chinchilla and Targa.
Sinner is currently at Leon studio near Stuttgart with the engineering team of Achim Köhler and Samson Geiger mixing its new album, entitled "Mask of Sanity", for a January 19, 2007 release through MTM Music.
"Mask of Sanity" track listing:
01. The Other Side
02. Diary of Evil
03. Badlands
04. Black
05. Thunder Roar
06. The Sign
07. Revenge
08. Under the Gun
09. Can't Stand the Heat
10. No Return
11. Last Man Standing
Sinner will shortly film a video for the song "Diary Of Evil". "'Diary Of Evil' represents all Sinner traditional trademarks; even the song was penned by Mat and Roy Z. Halford, Bruce Dickinson]!" the band writes on its web site.
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Commented the band: "Welcome, Christof. We're proud to have you on board and let's have some metal and fun in the future!"
Leim performed with Sinner during the band's October 7 appearance in Reichenbach, Germany alongside Primal Fear, Chinchilla and Targa.
Sinner is currently at Leon studio near Stuttgart with the engineering team of Achim Köhler and Samson Geiger mixing its new album, entitled "Mask of Sanity", for a January 19, 2007 release through MTM Music.
"Mask of Sanity" track listing:
01. The Other Side
02. Diary of Evil
03. Badlands
04. Black
05. Thunder Roar
06. The Sign
07. Revenge
08. Under the Gun
09. Can't Stand the Heat
10. No Return
11. Last Man Standing
Sinner will shortly film a video for the song "Diary Of Evil". "'Diary Of Evil' represents all Sinner traditional trademarks; even the song was penned by Mat and Roy Z. Halford, Bruce Dickinson]!" the band writes on its web site.
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| Source: | matsinner.rocks.de |
| Band profile: | Sinner |
Dream Evil - USA Date/New Video
On December 13th, Sweden's Dream Evil will make their first US performance, when they headline the Century Family's Third Annual Christmas Balls show at The Key Club in Hollywood, CA. Tickets are on sale now. More performances will be announced in the coming weeks.
Peter Stalfors (bass) further conveys the band's excitement over their first U.S. performance: "Ever since we released our first album, DragonSlayer, we hoped to have the opportunity to perform in the US. Over the years, we received tons of mails from fans all over North America, and now at last we have the opportunity to give at least some of you a chance to see us. We are really excited about this and look forward to see you at the Key Club in Los Angeles, when it's finally time to show the US what we've got. We will play songs from our new album United, along with a ton of oldies as well, so we hope you are ready for a full-on metal onslaught."
Dream Evil returns with their fourth full-length album, "United". The group recently completed a new video for the album's opening track, 'Fire! Battle! In Metal!', with renowned director Patric Ullaeus (Dimmu Borgir, Lacuna Coil). The video definitely lives up to its title; click here to check it out.
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Peter Stalfors (bass) further conveys the band's excitement over their first U.S. performance: "Ever since we released our first album, DragonSlayer, we hoped to have the opportunity to perform in the US. Over the years, we received tons of mails from fans all over North America, and now at last we have the opportunity to give at least some of you a chance to see us. We are really excited about this and look forward to see you at the Key Club in Los Angeles, when it's finally time to show the US what we've got. We will play songs from our new album United, along with a ton of oldies as well, so we hope you are ready for a full-on metal onslaught."
Dream Evil returns with their fourth full-length album, "United". The group recently completed a new video for the album's opening track, 'Fire! Battle! In Metal!', with renowned director Patric Ullaeus (Dimmu Borgir, Lacuna Coil). The video definitely lives up to its title; click here to check it out.
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| Source: | bravewords.com |
| Band profile: | Dream Evil |
Fuck...I'm Dead - Release DVD
The Fuck...I'm Dead "Gore Grind Thrash Attack Live" DVD/CD will be released on November 27th through No Escape Records.
The DVD contains an entire live show filmed with four cameras and killer sound. There is bonus footage from some other shows around Australia; Fuck...I'm Dead's Perth Tour, a boat cruise on Sydney Harbour and the band's first appearance at Metal For The Brain 2003. In Addition to the DVD, and included in the package is an audio CD of the main live show.
Fuck...I'm Dead are playing live on the last Metal For The Brain Festival at the University of Canberra Refectory in Australia this Saturday among Skinless, Vanishing Point and many others. More info on http://www.metalforthebrain.com.
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The DVD contains an entire live show filmed with four cameras and killer sound. There is bonus footage from some other shows around Australia; Fuck...I'm Dead's Perth Tour, a boat cruise on Sydney Harbour and the band's first appearance at Metal For The Brain 2003. In Addition to the DVD, and included in the package is an audio CD of the main live show.
Fuck...I'm Dead are playing live on the last Metal For The Brain Festival at the University of Canberra Refectory in Australia this Saturday among Skinless, Vanishing Point and many others. More info on http://www.metalforthebrain.com.
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| Source: | fuckimdead.noescaperecords.com |
| Band profile: | Fuck I'm Dead |
Black Label Society - UK Tour Dates Postponed
Roadrunner Records reports that the upcoming Black Label Society UK tour planned for March 2007 has been postponed due to unforeseen US commitments.
According to the Roadrunner UK site, "The band send their apologies to the UK fans and hope to reschedule the dates for later in the year. Ticket refunds will be available from points of purchase."
Roadrunner Records is making the second single from Black Label Society's new "Shot to Hell" album ? 'Blood Is Thicker Than Water' ? available for free download from this location. A 15-minute audio interview with Wylde, conducted recently by Andrew Haug of Triple J's "Full Metal Racket" (based in Australia), can be downloaded at this location (6.1 MB).
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According to the Roadrunner UK site, "The band send their apologies to the UK fans and hope to reschedule the dates for later in the year. Ticket refunds will be available from points of purchase."
Roadrunner Records is making the second single from Black Label Society's new "Shot to Hell" album ? 'Blood Is Thicker Than Water' ? available for free download from this location. A 15-minute audio interview with Wylde, conducted recently by Andrew Haug of Triple J's "Full Metal Racket" (based in Australia), can be downloaded at this location (6.1 MB).
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| Source: | roadrunnerrecords.com |
| Band profile: | Black Label Society |