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Pig Destroyer - New Album Details
Pig Destroyer: "Writing and rehearsing for Phantom Limb are almost all done," Scott Hull says from his home in Virginia, as Pig Destroyer prepare to enter Omega Studios (immortalized by Bad Brains' The Omega Sessions) to record their fourth album. "Very different writing process this time around. I wrote and demoed all the tracks in my studio with the drum machine?not much differently than I would do with Agoraphobic Nosebleed?then presented all the songs completed to the rest of the band for practice."
The guitarist and producer has been doing a lot of practicing on his own as of late: "I've been doing a lot of studying at Omega with their engineers and in their rooms," he explains. "I'm slowly putting myself in the position to produce bands, which is something I've never really been prepared to do. I produced Phobia's Cruel this year and had a good experience. I've grown in the process of completing some movie scores as well. One of which, for a film called Sanctified, really put my music knowledge to the test as the score includes a lot of actual orchestral pieces I had to compose."
While the band's signature metagrind attack remains more or less intact, Hull notes that Phantom Limb will be "leaner, meaner than Terrifyer, more metal, a little burlier. At the same time I think the songs are better, just because of the change in the writing process. Plus, Blake Harrison, our noise and sample guy, really adds to the chaos. Not to mention, since Terrifyer we've really gotten eggheaded about gear and defining what sounds we want to get. As Todd Barry would say; 'This shit's going to be slicker than a YES album.'"
The guitarist and producer has been doing a lot of practicing on his own as of late: "I've been doing a lot of studying at Omega with their engineers and in their rooms," he explains. "I'm slowly putting myself in the position to produce bands, which is something I've never really been prepared to do. I produced Phobia's Cruel this year and had a good experience. I've grown in the process of completing some movie scores as well. One of which, for a film called Sanctified, really put my music knowledge to the test as the score includes a lot of actual orchestral pieces I had to compose."
While the band's signature metagrind attack remains more or less intact, Hull notes that Phantom Limb will be "leaner, meaner than Terrifyer, more metal, a little burlier. At the same time I think the songs are better, just because of the change in the writing process. Plus, Blake Harrison, our noise and sample guy, really adds to the chaos. Not to mention, since Terrifyer we've really gotten eggheaded about gear and defining what sounds we want to get. As Todd Barry would say; 'This shit's going to be slicker than a YES album.'"
| Source: | smnnews.com |
| Band profile: | Pig Destroyer |
Haggard - New Album To Released In June And European Tour
Haggard's upcoming album called 'Tales Of Ithiria' will be released on the 29th of June, 2007, the band will tour Europe promoting it during September.
Asis, the leader of the band, explains why the releasedate of the album has been delayed: "The theme of the new CD will not be a historical person, rather a for this purpose developed own story has been written. And together, these things take more time as planned. But I can justifiably say, that the CD will be finished soon!"
Asis, the leader of the band, explains why the releasedate of the album has been delayed: "The theme of the new CD will not be a historical person, rather a for this purpose developed own story has been written. And together, these things take more time as planned. But I can justifiably say, that the CD will be finished soon!"
| Source: | haggard.de |
| Band profile: | Haggard |
Sonata Arctica - Finnish Tour Dates
The Finnish melodic metallers have recently posted the following tour dates on official site.
27.4.2007 Teatria, Oulu
28.4.2007 RockKatti 2007, Holiday Club Katinkulta, Vuokatti (Other performers: Kotiteollisuus, Ruoska & Charon)
29.4.2007 Pakkahuone, Tampere
30.4.2007 Tavastia, Helsinki
Sonata Arctica has also been set to play in the Finnish rock/metal festival Sauna Open Air.
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27.4.2007 Teatria, Oulu
28.4.2007 RockKatti 2007, Holiday Club Katinkulta, Vuokatti (Other performers: Kotiteollisuus, Ruoska & Charon)
29.4.2007 Pakkahuone, Tampere
30.4.2007 Tavastia, Helsinki
Sonata Arctica has also been set to play in the Finnish rock/metal festival Sauna Open Air.
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| Source: | sonataarctica.info |
| Band profile: | Sonata Arctica |
| Event: | Sonata Arctica: Finnish Tour |
Blood Red Throne - To Enter The Studio Next Month
Early next month Blood Red Throne will be entering Jailhouse Studios in Horsens, Denmark to begin recording their fourth album. So far four song titles have been decided upon. They are "Rebirth In Blood", "Come Death", "No New Beginning" and "Slaying The Lamb".
The album will be the first to include new drummer Anders Haave and new vocallist Vald. It is set for release around July/August through Earache Records.
The album will be the first to include new drummer Anders Haave and new vocallist Vald. It is set for release around July/August through Earache Records.
| Source: | bloodredthrone.net |
| Band profile: | Blood Red Throne |
Ravencult - Sign With Dark Essence Records, New Album Info
Greek Black Metallers Ravencult have announced a deal with Dark Essence Records. The band have inked the deal with the Norwegian record label in time for their next release. The release will be their debut album 'Temples Of Torment'. The album will be released on the 26th of March, 2007.
Here is the track list for the album:
01. The Sigil Of Baphomet
02. In Times Of Demise
03. Onslaught Command
04. Blessed In Heresy
05. Commence The Burning Of Heavens
06. The Nightsky Codex
07. Utter Cold Void
08. The Needles Of Truth
More information including the cover art will be posted soon.
Here is the track list for the album:
01. The Sigil Of Baphomet
02. In Times Of Demise
03. Onslaught Command
04. Blessed In Heresy
05. Commence The Burning Of Heavens
06. The Nightsky Codex
07. Utter Cold Void
08. The Needles Of Truth
More information including the cover art will be posted soon.
| Source: | ravencult.net |
Testament - Australian Tour Dates Revised
Veteran Thrashers Testament have updated their Australian tour schedule. The group's previously announced February 9th show in Canberra has been moved to Brisbane and the February 11th show in Perth has been cancelled altogether.
Testament's Australian tour now looks like this:
February 07 - The Prince of Wales Hotel, Melbourne, Australia
February 08 - The Manning Bar, Sydney, Australia
February 09 - The Waterloo Hotel, Brisbane, Australia
Testament's Australian tour now looks like this:
February 07 - The Prince of Wales Hotel, Melbourne, Australia
February 08 - The Manning Bar, Sydney, Australia
February 09 - The Waterloo Hotel, Brisbane, Australia
| Source: | testamentlegions.com |
| Band profile: | Testament |
| Event: | Testament: Australian Tour |
Vanishing Point - Find New Drummer
Australian Power/Progressive Metal band Vanishing Point have officially started their search for a new drummer. Former drummer Jack Lukic left the band at the end of last year, and now Vanishing Point are looking for a replacement.
Here is a posting taken from the band's official website: "Vanishing Point begins it's arduous task of finding a drummer who will be replacing Jack. After releasing three studio albums, nearing completion of their fourth album/new album and completing extensive European and Australian tours, Vanishing Point seeks a drummer with great communication skills, who is friendly, easy going, has own transport and is willing to commit 100%. Must have the ability to write in a team environment and have some stage experience, should be financially secure and be able to tour overseas.
After signing to Germany's fastest growing record label Dockyard1, Vanishing Point has been put among the worlds best music acts today.
So if you, or if you may know someone who has what Vanishing Point is looking for please reply to vanishingpoint1@hotmail.com".
UPDATE:
It appears that after only three days the search is over already. Drummer Christian Nativo of Melbourne-based melodic metal band PTB has posted the following news on his Myspace:
"Hello friends...
I am pleased to announced that I am the new drummer for Melbourne Prog Metal band Vanishing Point.
I wish the boys from PTB all the very best for 2007 and beyond and I will continue to help them for their live shows until they find a new drummer...
I look forward to seeing you at the shows...
Cheers"
Even though Vanishing Point's official website doesn't report about Nativo's addition yet, the band's Myspace already lists him as band member.
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Here is a posting taken from the band's official website: "Vanishing Point begins it's arduous task of finding a drummer who will be replacing Jack. After releasing three studio albums, nearing completion of their fourth album/new album and completing extensive European and Australian tours, Vanishing Point seeks a drummer with great communication skills, who is friendly, easy going, has own transport and is willing to commit 100%. Must have the ability to write in a team environment and have some stage experience, should be financially secure and be able to tour overseas.
After signing to Germany's fastest growing record label Dockyard1, Vanishing Point has been put among the worlds best music acts today.
So if you, or if you may know someone who has what Vanishing Point is looking for please reply to vanishingpoint1@hotmail.com".
UPDATE:
It appears that after only three days the search is over already. Drummer Christian Nativo of Melbourne-based melodic metal band PTB has posted the following news on his Myspace:
"Hello friends...
I am pleased to announced that I am the new drummer for Melbourne Prog Metal band Vanishing Point.
I wish the boys from PTB all the very best for 2007 and beyond and I will continue to help them for their live shows until they find a new drummer...
I look forward to seeing you at the shows...
Cheers"
Even though Vanishing Point's official website doesn't report about Nativo's addition yet, the band's Myspace already lists him as band member.
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| Source: | vanishing-point.com.au |
| Band profile: | Vanishing Point |
Manowar - Details On New Album Revealed
Manowar has started to give away parts of the CD cover for the upcoming new album Gods Of War, which is set to be released on February 23, 2007 in Germany (February 26 for the rest of Europe and April 3 for the USA/Canada).
Next to this first taste of what the album cover will look like, the band also gives away a bit more info about the CD - concept, including 2 more song-titles. Gods Of War is Manowar's first entry in a cycle of concept albums; each a tribute to a different war god. Opening with the epic piece "Overture To The Hymn Of The Immortal Warriors", the tone is set for an album beyond anything Manowar has done before. This album honors Odin - almighty father of the Norse gods - and details the history and exploits of this storied character. His power and wisdom were unmatched among the gods and he is paid tribute with human sacrifice on the battlefield, as heard in the song "The Sons Of Odin", the stomping title track "Gods Of War" and the storytelling "The Blood Of Odin".
Manowar will continue with revealing the cover in their upcoming E-Card, so keep an eye on www.manowar.com to make sure you don't miss anything!
Besides the normal jewel-case version, "Gods of War" will also be released as a limited edition in an embossed metal slipcase containing a high grade mediabook bound in leather. Furthermore, this limited edition will feature a bonus DVD with unreleased material detailing the making of this album and some special behind-the-scenes footage. A double-vinyl LP in a gatefold sleeve will also be available.
Next to this first taste of what the album cover will look like, the band also gives away a bit more info about the CD - concept, including 2 more song-titles. Gods Of War is Manowar's first entry in a cycle of concept albums; each a tribute to a different war god. Opening with the epic piece "Overture To The Hymn Of The Immortal Warriors", the tone is set for an album beyond anything Manowar has done before. This album honors Odin - almighty father of the Norse gods - and details the history and exploits of this storied character. His power and wisdom were unmatched among the gods and he is paid tribute with human sacrifice on the battlefield, as heard in the song "The Sons Of Odin", the stomping title track "Gods Of War" and the storytelling "The Blood Of Odin".
Manowar will continue with revealing the cover in their upcoming E-Card, so keep an eye on www.manowar.com to make sure you don't miss anything!
Besides the normal jewel-case version, "Gods of War" will also be released as a limited edition in an embossed metal slipcase containing a high grade mediabook bound in leather. Furthermore, this limited edition will feature a bonus DVD with unreleased material detailing the making of this album and some special behind-the-scenes footage. A double-vinyl LP in a gatefold sleeve will also be available.
| Source: | manowar.com |
| Band profile: | Manowar |
Threshold - Guitarist Midson On Break; New Album Cover Art Revealed
New posts on the official website of the band Threshold tells us that Nick Midson (guitarist) is taking a break from the band. Member Karl Groom commented: "Nick has been thinking about this for a while. It's largely driven by wanting a break from touring and promotional activities. I'm still in contact with him regularly and we live 5 minutes from each other. The way is open for Nick to return for future albums and he is considering it."
Nick Midson is one of the founding members of Threshold. He is not featured on the band's forthcoming album, Dead Reckoning, and a replacement guitarist for the band's live shows will be announced later.
Meanwhile, the artwork for Threshold's forthcoming album "Dead Reckoning" has been revealed. Davide Nadalin of Nerve Design is the artist, who's previous covers include Extrema and Blinded Colony. http://www.thinicestudios.com/threshold/deadreckoning.jpg
The album "Dead Reckoning" is due for release through Nuclear Blast Records on 23 March 2007.
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Nick Midson is one of the founding members of Threshold. He is not featured on the band's forthcoming album, Dead Reckoning, and a replacement guitarist for the band's live shows will be announced later.
Meanwhile, the artwork for Threshold's forthcoming album "Dead Reckoning" has been revealed. Davide Nadalin of Nerve Design is the artist, who's previous covers include Extrema and Blinded Colony. http://www.thinicestudios.com/threshold/deadreckoning.jpg
The album "Dead Reckoning" is due for release through Nuclear Blast Records on 23 March 2007.
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| Source: | thresh.net |
| Band profile: | Threshold |
Carpathian Forest - New Album Announced, Line-up Changes And Tour Cancellations
The following messages were posted by the band on their official website:
Carpathian Forest announce that the work on the new studio album is in progress. Bearing the working title "Universal Evil", the band aim at recording the new album sometime in 2007.
5 songs have been written already and the band starts rehearsing in the coming weeks.
"Fuck You all!!!!" Has proven to be a massive success and outsold "Defending the Throne of Evil" in just a few months. The limited edition (10 000 ex) FYA!!!! metal box is sold out, so if you find it available somewhere - get it before its too late. The album is also out in Brazil and other license territories so make sure you grab a copy!
We kick off the new year and new website by announcing that bass player Vrangsinn is no longer a part of Carpathian Forest. As a result, the band have cancelled all live plans for the first part of 2007, including the Domination tour and the Rotting Christ tour.
Carpathian Forest announce that the work on the new studio album is in progress. Bearing the working title "Universal Evil", the band aim at recording the new album sometime in 2007.
5 songs have been written already and the band starts rehearsing in the coming weeks.
"Fuck You all!!!!" Has proven to be a massive success and outsold "Defending the Throne of Evil" in just a few months. The limited edition (10 000 ex) FYA!!!! metal box is sold out, so if you find it available somewhere - get it before its too late. The album is also out in Brazil and other license territories so make sure you grab a copy!
We kick off the new year and new website by announcing that bass player Vrangsinn is no longer a part of Carpathian Forest. As a result, the band have cancelled all live plans for the first part of 2007, including the Domination tour and the Rotting Christ tour.
| Source: | tnbm.no |
| Band profile: | Carpathian Forest |
| Event: | The Domination Tour 2007 |
Metallica - Cliff Burton Memorial Stone Sees Final Resting Place In Sweden
A Memorial Day in honor of late METALLICA bassist Cliff Burton was held on September 30th at The Gyllene Rasten venue, located in Ljungby, Dörarp, Sweden. A memorial stone was unveiled at the event, but was recently moved so it would not suffer from the snow and the harsh weather during the winter in Sweden. Click here to view the final resting place of the Cliff Burton Memorial stone.
Burton died on September 27th, 1986 when Metallica's tour bus hit black ice and flipped over in rural Sweden (Kronobergs län).
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Burton died on September 27th, 1986 when Metallica's tour bus hit black ice and flipped over in rural Sweden (Kronobergs län).
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| Source: | cliffinourminds.com |
| Band profile: | Metallica |
Edenbridge - To Release A Rarities/Best Of Compilation
On May 25th, 2007 Edenbridge will release "The Chronicles of Eden," a rarities/best of compilation. The album will feature Japanese and European bonus tracks, 3 new unreleased tracks, songs from out-of-print singles as well as their best work from the past 5 studio albums. "The Chronicles of Eden" will be presented as a double-CD and as a limited edition double-digipack.
As a special bonus, fans can vote on which songs will be featured in the "best of" section. Vote at www.edenbridge.org
As a special bonus, fans can vote on which songs will be featured in the "best of" section. Vote at www.edenbridge.org
| Source: | edenbridge.org |
| Band profile: | Edenbridge |
Iron Maiden - Announce Show In Greece
Iron Maiden have confirmed that they will be playing a headline show in Athens on Sunday March 11th 2007 as part of a short run of dates in mid March which include Dubai Desert Rock Festival and two more shows soon to be announced on ironmaiden.com.
The venue is the 10,000 capacity Faliro Pavilion Indoor Arena in Athens and tickets for the show will be going on sale on Tuesday 16th January.
Says Bruce Dickinson 'Greece has always given us such great support and we understand that 'A Matter Of Life And Death' was the number one album for 4 weeks and we will of course be playing some songs from that album . We were sadly unable to arrange a date in the first part of the tour so we are all very pleased to be now able to play in Athens and we expect to bring with us the full staging we have been using so far on this tour . The Greek audiences are amongst the craziest anywhere and we look forward very much to playing the show. And so of course does Eddie'
For more information and links to where to buy tickets please check back here shortly or via the promoters website didimusic.gr
UPDATED on March 7, thanks to iaberis?:
Iron Maiden made the following announcement in their official website:
"Due to an overwhelming ticket demand for Iron Maiden's forthcoming show in Athens on the 11th March, promoters Didi Big Music have moved the concert to a larger venue - Hellinkikon Basketball Arena which has a capacity of 10,000."
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The venue is the 10,000 capacity Faliro Pavilion Indoor Arena in Athens and tickets for the show will be going on sale on Tuesday 16th January.
Says Bruce Dickinson 'Greece has always given us such great support and we understand that 'A Matter Of Life And Death' was the number one album for 4 weeks and we will of course be playing some songs from that album . We were sadly unable to arrange a date in the first part of the tour so we are all very pleased to be now able to play in Athens and we expect to bring with us the full staging we have been using so far on this tour . The Greek audiences are amongst the craziest anywhere and we look forward very much to playing the show. And so of course does Eddie'
For more information and links to where to buy tickets please check back here shortly or via the promoters website didimusic.gr
UPDATED on March 7, thanks to iaberis?:
Iron Maiden made the following announcement in their official website:
"Due to an overwhelming ticket demand for Iron Maiden's forthcoming show in Athens on the 11th March, promoters Didi Big Music have moved the concert to a larger venue - Hellinkikon Basketball Arena which has a capacity of 10,000."
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| Source: | ironmaiden.com |
| Band profile: | Iron Maiden |
| Event: | Iron Maiden |
Avantasia - Eric Singer Recorded Drums
As previously reported Tobias is working on another Avantasia album. Kiss' drummer Eric Singer is the drummer of Avantasia this time.
"We've recorded the drums in Hamburg at Vox-Klangstudio, where we recorded the drums of Edguy's Hellfire Club too. Great room, great equipment! Eric is a killer drummer and a cool guy to work with. It is really exciting to hear his interpretation of European style Metal. It definitely adds something fresh and unique to the sound, mainly because he's got a different approach to that kind of music. And although he doesn't do it with Alice Cooper, Kiss and SpongeBob Squarepants' solo band: There IS fast doublebass shit on Avantasia, and Eric did a great job!!! You'll hear it, it's fantastic. Go visit his website www.eric-singer.com and leave him a nice message!
Anyway, listening to the material so far I can really say that even though the new Avantasia will be a different conceptual story, the ambition remains the same: To create something epic and big! Or how Eric put it, Let's make some kewl music! No doubt, the spirit of Avantasia is there - in every note. Happy new year everybody and let's have a great and peaceful 2007. - Tobias"
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"We've recorded the drums in Hamburg at Vox-Klangstudio, where we recorded the drums of Edguy's Hellfire Club too. Great room, great equipment! Eric is a killer drummer and a cool guy to work with. It is really exciting to hear his interpretation of European style Metal. It definitely adds something fresh and unique to the sound, mainly because he's got a different approach to that kind of music. And although he doesn't do it with Alice Cooper, Kiss and SpongeBob Squarepants' solo band: There IS fast doublebass shit on Avantasia, and Eric did a great job!!! You'll hear it, it's fantastic. Go visit his website www.eric-singer.com and leave him a nice message!
Anyway, listening to the material so far I can really say that even though the new Avantasia will be a different conceptual story, the ambition remains the same: To create something epic and big! Or how Eric put it, Let's make some kewl music! No doubt, the spirit of Avantasia is there - in every note. Happy new year everybody and let's have a great and peaceful 2007. - Tobias"
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| Source: | tobiassammet.com |
| Band profile: | Avantasia |
Leaves' Eyes, Kamelot - North American Tour Announced
After just completing a North American tour, which the band found to be quite successful, Leaves' Eyes will be heading the same way in August/September this year. Joining Leaves' Eyes for the tour will be Power Metal band Kamelot.
Here are the dates for the tour:
17.08.2007 - USA - West Springfield, VA @ Jaxx
18.08.2007 - USA - Poughkeepsie, NY @ The Chance Theatre
19.08.2007 - USA - New York, NY @ B.B. Kings Blues Club
20.08.2007 - USA - Hartford, CT @ Webster Theatre*
21.08.2007 - USA - Bedford, NH @ Mark's Place*
22.08.2007 - Canada - Montreal, QU @ Medley
23.08.2007 - Canada - Quebec City, QC @ Imperial
24.08.2007 - Canada - Toronto, ON @ The Opera House
25.08.2007 - USA - Cleveland, OH @ Peabody's
26.08.2007 - USA - Detroit, MI @ I-Rock*
27.08.2007 - USA - Mokena, IL @ The Pearl Room
28.08.2007 - USA - St.Paul, MN @ Station 4
30.08.2007 - USA - Denver, CO @ Bluebird Theatre
01.09.2007 - USA - Santa Ana, CA @ Galaxy Theatre
02.09.2007 - USA - Los Angeles, CA @ Key Club
* = Leaves' Eyes only
Here are the dates for the tour:
17.08.2007 - USA - West Springfield, VA @ Jaxx
18.08.2007 - USA - Poughkeepsie, NY @ The Chance Theatre
19.08.2007 - USA - New York, NY @ B.B. Kings Blues Club
20.08.2007 - USA - Hartford, CT @ Webster Theatre*
21.08.2007 - USA - Bedford, NH @ Mark's Place*
22.08.2007 - Canada - Montreal, QU @ Medley
23.08.2007 - Canada - Quebec City, QC @ Imperial
24.08.2007 - Canada - Toronto, ON @ The Opera House
25.08.2007 - USA - Cleveland, OH @ Peabody's
26.08.2007 - USA - Detroit, MI @ I-Rock*
27.08.2007 - USA - Mokena, IL @ The Pearl Room
28.08.2007 - USA - St.Paul, MN @ Station 4
30.08.2007 - USA - Denver, CO @ Bluebird Theatre
01.09.2007 - USA - Santa Ana, CA @ Galaxy Theatre
02.09.2007 - USA - Los Angeles, CA @ Key Club
* = Leaves' Eyes only
| Source: | leaveseyes.de |
| Band profile: | Leaves' Eyes |
| Event: | Kamelot/Leaves' Eyes: North American Tour 2007 |