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Cattle Decapitation - New Tour Drummer
Cattle Decapitation announce a new headlining tour? and drummer Kevin Talley steps in
Pulling themselves out of yet another awkwardly sticky situation with drummers, Cattle Decapitation recruits long time drumming guru Kevin Talley (ex-Dying Fetus, Misery Index, Chimaira). Singer Travis Ryan shares his thoughts on the upcoming tour.
"We're very excited to not only finally do our own headlining tour, but also to get back out and deliver the tracks from our new "Karma.Bloody.Karma" album to the masses. The last thing we want to do right now is to stay home and not be out on the road! We're glad to have a seasoned guy like Kevin filling in. It will be a refreshing change to get someone in there that's as professional in his approach to touring as the rest of the guys in the band. See you soon!"
Not only will Kevin Talley be lending his talents to Cattle Decapitation, he will be pulling double duties each night and also fill in behind the throne for the Atlanta based DAATH, whom Talley recorded the drums for their Roadrunner Records debut due out in January of 2007. DAATH guitarist Eyal Levi comments:
"Playing with Kevin has always been a natural choice for us. He's been involved with the project for years now and not only is he one of the greatest metal drummers out there, but also one of our good friends. We're excited to have him in the band and we also extremely excited to be during our first proper US tour with the mighty Cattle Decapitation!"
The tour is a four week jaunt across North America officially kicking off in El Paso Texas, and ending in California in December. Meeting up with Cattle Decapitation and Daath will be Southern Lord recording artists Lair Of The Minotaur, and Rotten Records recording artists Dog Fashion Disco.
Fore more information you can check out the following sites, and the newly launched Kevin Talley website:
http://www.cattledecapitation.com
http://www.daathmusic.com
http://www.kevintalley.net
All dates listed are confirmed dates:
11/16 El Paso TX House of Rock and Roll
11/17 Austin TX Red Rum
11/18 Houston TX Walters
11/19 Dallas TX The Galaxy Club
11/21 Tallahassee FL Big Daddys
11/22 Orlando FL The Backbooth
11/23 Jacksonville, FL Thee Imperial
11/24 Atlanta GA Masquerade
11/25 Wilmington NC Soapbox Laundrolounge
11/26 Virginia Beach VA Hartz Café
11/27 Amityville NY Village Pub South
11/28 New York City NY Knitting Factory
11/29 Baltimore MD Ottobar
11/30 Allentown PA Crocodile Rock
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Pulling themselves out of yet another awkwardly sticky situation with drummers, Cattle Decapitation recruits long time drumming guru Kevin Talley (ex-Dying Fetus, Misery Index, Chimaira). Singer Travis Ryan shares his thoughts on the upcoming tour.
"We're very excited to not only finally do our own headlining tour, but also to get back out and deliver the tracks from our new "Karma.Bloody.Karma" album to the masses. The last thing we want to do right now is to stay home and not be out on the road! We're glad to have a seasoned guy like Kevin filling in. It will be a refreshing change to get someone in there that's as professional in his approach to touring as the rest of the guys in the band. See you soon!"
Not only will Kevin Talley be lending his talents to Cattle Decapitation, he will be pulling double duties each night and also fill in behind the throne for the Atlanta based DAATH, whom Talley recorded the drums for their Roadrunner Records debut due out in January of 2007. DAATH guitarist Eyal Levi comments:
"Playing with Kevin has always been a natural choice for us. He's been involved with the project for years now and not only is he one of the greatest metal drummers out there, but also one of our good friends. We're excited to have him in the band and we also extremely excited to be during our first proper US tour with the mighty Cattle Decapitation!"
The tour is a four week jaunt across North America officially kicking off in El Paso Texas, and ending in California in December. Meeting up with Cattle Decapitation and Daath will be Southern Lord recording artists Lair Of The Minotaur, and Rotten Records recording artists Dog Fashion Disco.
Fore more information you can check out the following sites, and the newly launched Kevin Talley website:
http://www.cattledecapitation.com
http://www.daathmusic.com
http://www.kevintalley.net
All dates listed are confirmed dates:
11/16 El Paso TX House of Rock and Roll
11/17 Austin TX Red Rum
11/18 Houston TX Walters
11/19 Dallas TX The Galaxy Club
11/21 Tallahassee FL Big Daddys
11/22 Orlando FL The Backbooth
11/23 Jacksonville, FL Thee Imperial
11/24 Atlanta GA Masquerade
11/25 Wilmington NC Soapbox Laundrolounge
11/26 Virginia Beach VA Hartz Café
11/27 Amityville NY Village Pub South
11/28 New York City NY Knitting Factory
11/29 Baltimore MD Ottobar
11/30 Allentown PA Crocodile Rock
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| Source: | cattledecapitation.com |
| Band profile: | Cattle Decapitation |
Masterplan - New Line Up
Masterplan just started recordings for their third album with the new MK II line up:
Mike DiMeo - Vocals
Roland Grapow - Guitars
Mike Terrana - Drums
Jan S. Eckert - Bass
Axel Mackenrott - Keys
More detailed news to follow soon.
Mike DiMeo - Vocals
Roland Grapow - Guitars
Mike Terrana - Drums
Jan S. Eckert - Bass
Axel Mackenrott - Keys
More detailed news to follow soon.
| Source: | master-plan.net |
| Band profile: | Masterplan |
Alice In Chains - Winner Of The Contest
And the winner of the Alice In Chains contest is:
Monique K. from the Netherlands
Congratulion to the winner...
And many thanks to all the other ones who participated to this contest... you'll have a better luck next time
Monique K. from the Netherlands
Congratulion to the winner...
And many thanks to all the other ones who participated to this contest... you'll have a better luck next time
| Source: | metalstorm.ee |
| Band profile: | Alice In Chains |
Lordi - Release DVD
Lordi will release their first DVD. The DVD will include performances from the Eurovision Song Contest and the afterparty which was filmed in the market square of Helsinki on 25.5.2006.
More details can be found here.
Tracklisting goes as follows:
Live At The Market Square:
# Bringing Back The Balls To Rock
# Devil Is AiLoser
# Blood Red Sandman
# It Snows In Hell
# Would You Love A Monsterman
# Hard Rock Hallelujah
Special features:
Eurovision Specials Live at Finnish Semifinal:
# Hard Rock Hallelujah
# Bringing Back The Balls ToRock
Live at Finnish Final:
# Hard Rock Hallelujah
# Hello Athens documentaries
Music Videos:
# Would You Love A Monsterman (2006)
# Who's Your Daddy?
# Hard Rock Hallelujah
# Blood Red Sandman
# Devil Is A Loser
Bonus:
# The Kinimovie
# Making Of The Kin
# Storyboard
# Gallery
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More details can be found here.
Tracklisting goes as follows:
Live At The Market Square:
# Bringing Back The Balls To Rock
# Devil Is AiLoser
# Blood Red Sandman
# It Snows In Hell
# Would You Love A Monsterman
# Hard Rock Hallelujah
Special features:
Eurovision Specials Live at Finnish Semifinal:
# Hard Rock Hallelujah
# Bringing Back The Balls ToRock
Live at Finnish Final:
# Hard Rock Hallelujah
# Hello Athens documentaries
Music Videos:
# Would You Love A Monsterman (2006)
# Who's Your Daddy?
# Hard Rock Hallelujah
# Blood Red Sandman
# Devil Is A Loser
Bonus:
# The Kinimovie
# Making Of The Kin
# Storyboard
# Gallery
Read more ››
| Source: | discshop.fi |
| Band profile: | Lordi |
Masterplan - Uli Kusch Quits Band
Drummer Uli Kusch (ex-Helloween) has left Masterplan, the German melodic metal band he formed with guitarist Roland Grapow. An official announcement on the matter is expected shortly...
Masterplan recently began recording its third album ? the group's first without singer Jorn Lande, who announced his departure in early May. The band's final show with Lande took place on August 8 at Lokersefeesten in Belgium.
According to a statement released by Masterplan in May, Lande's exit was caused by increased "musical differences" between the vocalist and the rest of the band. During the songwriting process for the group's third album, it became increasingly apparent that the other members of the band had different visions and plans for the group's musical direction. While Jorn wanted Masterplan to follow a more melodic path, the rest of the band wanted to return to the metallic roots of their debut album.
Masterplan recently began recording its third album ? the group's first without singer Jorn Lande, who announced his departure in early May. The band's final show with Lande took place on August 8 at Lokersefeesten in Belgium.
According to a statement released by Masterplan in May, Lande's exit was caused by increased "musical differences" between the vocalist and the rest of the band. During the songwriting process for the group's third album, it became increasingly apparent that the other members of the band had different visions and plans for the group's musical direction. While Jorn wanted Masterplan to follow a more melodic path, the rest of the band wanted to return to the metallic roots of their debut album.
| Source: | blabbermouth.net |
| Band profile: | Masterplan |
Leng Tch'e - New Album Completed
Belgian grind act Leng Tch'e have completed work on their upcoming full length entitled "Marasmus". The album was recorded at CCR Studios and engineered in Gothenburg, Sweden with engineer Fredrik Nordstrom. The record is due out in March 2007.
Drummer Sven De Caluwe says: "It took us quite some time and a lot of hardships to get everything the way we wanted but we're done with recording the new LT album and it was definitely all worth it. "Marasmus" is definitely the most interesting & heavy sounding record we've made so far. It goes from heavy to groovy to plain ridiculously fast, so there's a little bit for everyone on this one. We can't wait to have this out there for you maniacs to get a hold on to!! Expect nothing but razorgrind in it's most extreme and diverse form!"
The band also recently released a split LP with France's Warscars released on Bones Brigade Records which featured eight new tracks. For more info and ordering go to http://www.razorgrind.com. Two songs from the album are available on the official website or on http://www.myspace.com/lengtche.
All info on both releases at http://lengtche.deathmetal.be.
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Drummer Sven De Caluwe says: "It took us quite some time and a lot of hardships to get everything the way we wanted but we're done with recording the new LT album and it was definitely all worth it. "Marasmus" is definitely the most interesting & heavy sounding record we've made so far. It goes from heavy to groovy to plain ridiculously fast, so there's a little bit for everyone on this one. We can't wait to have this out there for you maniacs to get a hold on to!! Expect nothing but razorgrind in it's most extreme and diverse form!"
The band also recently released a split LP with France's Warscars released on Bones Brigade Records which featured eight new tracks. For more info and ordering go to http://www.razorgrind.com. Two songs from the album are available on the official website or on http://www.myspace.com/lengtche.
All info on both releases at http://lengtche.deathmetal.be.
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| Source: | lengtche.deathmetal.be |
| Band profile: | Leng Tch'e |
Insect Warfare - New Drummer
Houston, TX grindcore outfit Insect Warfare have recruited Dobber, drummer of Braced For Nails, Viral Load and a handful of other death metal bands. He will be playing the drums on their forthcoming LP entitled "World Extermination". The album is due out in summer 2007.
| Source: | myspace.com |
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!
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 |
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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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 |
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
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] |
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 "
"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 |
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.
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 |
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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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 |
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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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.
Read more ››
| Source: | typeonegative.net |
| Band profile: | Type O Negative |
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
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 |