The following message was posted on the website of Celtic Frost:

"There exist countless Hellhammer demo bootlegs, but they all utterly fail to capture the true aura, to represent the band as it actually was. They have been compiled from dismal multi-generation copies of the original tapes, and they are invariably riddled with factual and historical errors or outright lies. Former Hellhammer members Tom Gabriel Fischer, Martin Eric Ain, and Steve Warrior have decided to rectify this situation once and for all. "Demon Entrails" is the first official release of the legendary Hellhammer demos "Death Fiend"/"Triumph of Death" and "Satanic Rites" since the original limited cassette editions in 1983.

This release has been specially re-mastered from copies of the original master tapes under the supervision of Tom Gabriel Fischer, and the demos now represent Hellhammer exactly as the band sounded when recording these songs in June and December of 1983. Drawing from a wealth of previously unknown historical material and artwork as well as hundreds of unreleased Hellhammer photos from 1982 to 1984, "Demon Entrails" will also feature all lyrics and essays detailing the individual demo recording sessions.

"Demon Entrails" will be released as an opulent oversized double CD and as a gatefold triple vinyl album. Both versions will feature a lavish booklet and a poster. There will also be a third, bare-bones low-price CD version, designed to cater to markets which will not carry the standard CD due to its irregular size.

The release is scheduled for February 2008, through Prowling Death Records/Century Media."

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Source:	celticfrost.com
Band profile:	Hellhammer

As posted on the official website:

"Great News! Hardcore Superstar´s NEW album "Dreamin´ in a casket" will be released November 21st!

After the albumrelease the band will go out and tour the world, so all of you out there who have not had the chance to see the worlds greatest liveband, here it comes, take it! Only one week after the albumrelease Hardcore Superstar will satisfy Europe, then also Japan and South America, and last but not least, their homecountry Sweden!"

Upcoming tour dates:

November 12: Helsinki @Helsingfors Ishall
November 27: Hamburg @Logo
November 28: Köln @Underground
November 30: Berlin, @Knaack Club
December 1: Erfur @Museumskeller
December 2: Frankfurt, @Nachtleben
December 3: Lichtenfels @Paunchy Cast Club
December 4: München, @59 to 1
December 5: Linz @Posthof
December 6: Vienna, @Flex
December 7: Luzern @Sedel
December 8: Pinarella di Cervia @Rock Planet
December 9: Verona, @Lucille
December 11: Rome, @Stazione Birra
December 12: Milano, @Transilvania Club
December 14: Gijon, @SALA ALBENIZ
December 15: Bilbao, @BILBOROCK
December 16: Barcelona @APOLO
December 19: Paris, @La Maroquinerie
December 21: Temse, @Joc de nartist
January 17: Aberdeen @Barfly
January 18: Glasgow, @Barfly
January 20: Birmingham @Barfly
January 21: Liverpool, @Barfly
January 22: Brighton @Barfly
January 22: London, @ULU

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Source:	hardcoresuperstar.com
Band profile:	Hardcore Superstar
Event:	Hardcore Superstar: European Tour

A stunning new E-Card is now available, which features a trailer for their new video "Revolution Begins", a photo gallery, downloadable wallpaper and MySpace banner and the "Blood On Your Hands"? MP3 track. Click this link to check it all out.

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Source:	archenemy.net
Band profile:	Arch Enemy

As posted on the official Dark Tranquillity website:

"We're excited to announce that we'll embark on the "Eastpak Antidote" tour that will take us through Europe together with the fine metal merchants of Soilwork, Caliban and Sonic Syndicate.

Here are the dates. For more info, please visit the official tour homepage.

Sep. 30 - Brighton, UK - Concorde 2
Oct. 01 - Wolverhampton, UK - Wulfun Hall
Oct. 02 - Leeds, UK - Cockpit
Oct. 03 - London, UK - Islington Academy
Oct. 04 - Nottingham, UK - Rockcity
Oct. 05 - Newcastle, UK - Academy
Oct. 06 - Glasgow, UK - Garage
Oct. 07 - Norwich, UK - Waterfront
Oct. 09 - Den Bosch, Holland - W2
Oct. 10 - Utrecht, Holland - Tivoli
Oct. 11 - Hasselt, Belgium - Musik O Droom
Oct. 12 - Paris, France - La Tabendo
Oct. 13 - Marseille, France - venue tba
Oct. 14 - Barcelona, Spain - Razzmatazz
Oct. 16 - Milan, Italy - Alcatrazz
Oct. 17 - Zurich, Switzerland - Abart
Oct. 18 - Munich, Germany - Backstage
Oct. 19 - Vienna, Austria - Arena
Oct. 20 - Prague, Czech Republic - Akropolis
Oct. 21 - Budapest, Hungary - A 38
Oct. 23 - Karlsruhe, Germany - Substage
Oct. 24 - Berlin, Germany - SO 36
Oct. 25 - Köln, Germany - Live Music Hall
Oct. 26 - Hamburg, Germany - Grunspan

According to the band, "It's a rotating bill, and the playing order is determined by the relative sales figures of the bands in each country (which is the most fair way of doing things). We'll headline in Italy and Spain as far as know.

"Note that for contractual reasons we won't be appearing on the Scandinavian dates of the tour, so the only way for people in Sweden, Denmark and Norway to see us this autumn is to attend our own headline shows in early September.

"To avoid any speculation or gossip, we remind you that this is the first European tour that actually is officially confirmed by us, so the claim by certain news sites that we've 'cancelled' other obligations Iced Earth] in order to be part of this tour therefore aren't valid."

It should be noted that, despite Dark Tranquillity's insistence that their European tour with Iced Earth was never confirmed, Iced Earth's German concert agency Marek Lieberberg Konzertagentur (MLK) has gone as far as to produce tour posters featuring Dark Tranquillity's logo (which have been deleted from the site in the meantime) and has announced Dark Tranquillity's participation in the trek on its website. Also ticket distributors still sell tickets with Dark Tranquillity mentioned as special guest.

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Source:	darktranquillity.com
Band profile:	Dark Tranquillity
Event:	Eastpak Antidote Tour

As posted on the official Led Zeppelin website:

On November 13th, a new two cd 24-track "best of" entitled "Mothership" will be released, with songs selected by Jimmy Page, Robert Plant and John Paul Jones. The long awaited remastered edition of "The Song Remains the Same" follows and features bonus material.

"We have revisited "The Song Remains The Same", says Jimmy Page, "and can now offer the complete set as played at Madison Square Garden. This differs substantially from the original soundtrack released in 1976, and highlights the technical prowess of Kevin Shirley, who worked with us on "How The West Was Won". When it comes to "The Song Remains The Same", the expansion of the DVD and soundtrack are as good as it gets on the Led Zeppelin wish list."

To read the full press release, go to this location.

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Source:	led-zeppelin.com
Band profile:	Led Zeppelin

"Snakes And Arrows" is one of the first albums to be released in the new MVI (Music Video Interactive) format. It is a DVD-based product that's loaded with a full album's worth of music, compelling video content, plus a variety of exciting interactive features that you can activate with your computer. It plays in all DVD players, computers, and video game consoles with DVD drives. The Rush "Snakes And Arrows" MVI includes:

*The entire "Snakes And Arrows" album in 96kHz/24 bit hi-resolution stereo
*The entire album in 5.1 surround sound
*"Rush: The Game of Snakes and Arrows." A 45-minute documentary on the making of the album, with unprecedented access to the band in the studio
*The ability to create your own mobile ringtones of all the tracks on the MVI
*Digital extras like wallpapers, buddy icons and more
*Deluxe packaging

When you register your MVI, you will unlock even more Rush content including an exclusive poster from the band. The audio tracks on the MVI are pre-encoded for easy transfer to your computer, portable music player, or recordable CD.

"Snakes And Arrows" was released on May 1st.

Source:	rush.com
Band profile:	Rush

Three new dates have been added to the "Fuck The World Tour", all on German territory in July: Watain will headline both "Under the Black Sun" and "Thunders Over Miriquidi" festivals. An exclusive liveritual will also be held in Hamburg.

FRI July 06: Hamburg - LOGO
SAT July 07: Berlin - UTBS Festival
FRI July 13: Annaberg - TOM Festival

Source:	templeofwatain.com
Band profile:	Watain

As a grand finale to their festival/stadium summer tour, Iron Maiden will perform a special one-off performance at London's Brixton Academy on Sunday 24th June in aid of The Clive Burr MS Trust fund.

Brixton Academy holds just 4,800 and tickets for this intimate performance will go on sale to members of the Iron Maiden fan club at 9am on Friday 25th May. The box office will open to the general public a week later on Friday 1st June.

This will be Iron Maiden's final UK appearance for at least a year, and will be the last time they will perform this years special set list of songs from their No 1 International album 'A Matter Of Life and Death' and the album 'The Number of the Beast'. The show will be the last chance to see the spectacular stage production that the band have been performing with around the world, including Eddie and his tank up close for the last time. Special guests will be Lauren Harris and eight piece Indian Rock act Parikrama, who came to the band's attention when they supported Maiden in Bangalore in March, and will be the first time an Indian rock band have toured the UK.

The Clive Burr MS Trust Fund was founded in 2001 when it was learnt that original Iron Maiden drummer Clive Burr, who performed on their first three albums, Iron Maiden, Killers and The Number of the Beast, was suffering from Multiple Sclerosis. Through previous Iron Maiden performances at Brixton Academy and Hammersmith Apollo, and some amazing fund raising efforts of the fans, the trust has improved the quality of life with financial support to Clive and other MS sufferers.

Reflecting on the forthcoming show Bruce Dickinson commented:
"We added this final date to help continue the great work that the Clive Burr MS Fund has done. We've had an amazing time on this tour so far and the summer shows are shaping up to be something quite special in their own right. It promises to be a fun and special way to celebrate the end of the tour with all our friends who have supported us and Clive over the years."

Advance ticket information has already been sent to all online Iron Maiden Fan club members. Ticket master are kindly donating a proportion of their booking charges to the fund.

Source:	ironmaiden.com
Band profile:	Iron Maiden

Gorgoroth have confirmed these Brazilian dates for September:

13/09-2007 - Brazil: Campinas; SP Hammer Rock Bar
14/09-2007 - Brazil: São Paulo; SP Hangar 110
15/09-2007 - Brazil: Belo Horizonte; MG Lapa Multishow
16/09-2007 - Brazil: Rio de Janeiro; RJ t.b.a.
17/09-2007 - Brazil: Porto Alegre; RS Bar Opinião

Source:	gorgoroth.org
Band profile:	Gorgoroth

The Tour Section of the official Týr website has been updated lately with a lot of upcoming shows:

In early June Týr has a few gigs in Denmark, Germany and Sweden. The Sweden gig is at the one and only Sweden Rock Festival.
Throughout July and early August Týr will play at festivals throughtout Europe, including Wacken, and ending at the Summarfestivalur in the Faeroes.
Then Týr will take a short break before venturing on a headlining "Viking Warrior Raid" this fall throughout Europe, strongly supported by Black Messiah and Odroerir. The "Viking Warrior Raid" will last from late September to early October and it is arranged by "Black Earth Promotion".

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Source:	tyr.net
Band profile:	Týr

As posted on the official website:

"Finally we are going to south america! We had lined up shows in other countries than Mexico too, but due to circumstances beyond Satyricon's control, Mexico is the only country we will visit this time. The good thing is that we have three shows in Mexico alone and we are excited as hell! More festivals in Europe confirmed as well and we expect one or two more to surface in the near future."

June 8 - Mexico City, Mexico - Circo Volador
June 9 - Monterrey, Mexico - Cafe Iguana
June 10 - Guadalajara, Mexico - Venue TBA

Source:	satyricon.no
Band profile:	Satyricon
Event:	Satyricon

The Månegarm website has been updated with the following message:

"A new track from the upcoming album "Vargstenen" posted online at http://www.myspace.com/manegarm. Enjoy!!!

The upcoming album "Vargstenen" will be released 18th of may in Sweden and 25th of may in the rest of Europe! Keep your eyes open!!!"

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Source:	manegarm.com
Band profile:	Månegarm

As posted on the official website:

"Somebody in Greece is making promotion for a Nightwish-show next June. There is even a poster of that "concert". That concert is a hoax, so don't buy tickets for that show! English translation from that poster goes:

"NIGHTWISH launch their world tour, beginning with Greece, and will proudly present their brand new "mystery" singer SONTRA...
Saturday, June 23rd, 2007 - Lycabettus Theatre - Doors open at 19:30 - Show starts at 21:30 - Ticket Price: 40 Euros"

So once again: All that text is so called bullshit."

Source:	nightwish.com
Band profile:	Nightwish

As announced before, Metal Mind Productions will be releasing the first Blaze Bayley's DVD. The material entitled "Alive In Poland" was recorded during the 21st edition of the Metalmania Festival, which took place on 24th April 2007 in Katowice (Poland).

Blaze Bayley and his band gave a fantastic, over 1,5 hour show during which he presented the best tracks taken from Blaze's discography as well as selected tracks of his previous band - Iron Maiden ("Man On The Edge", "Futureal"). This very energetic performance was one of the highlights of the festival.
The DVD will also include many great bonus features such as an interview with Blaze Bayley, an interview with all members of Blaze's band (featuring footage filmed during their visit to Poland) and more. The title will also be available in a limited edition including a CD with songs recorded at the concert!

"Alive In Poland" DVD is a must have for fans of good quality melodic heavy-metal. Release date: 11th June 2007

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Source:	planetblaze.com
Band profile:	Blaze Bayley

As posted on the official website:
Månegarm is searching for a live session drummer. You should live in the area of Stockholm and have quite a lot of earlier live experience. If you are interested and serious contact the band at: moonjarm@hotmail.com

Source:	manegarm.com
Band profile:	Månegarm