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Obituary - To Record Their First Ever DVD In Poland

The following message has been posted by frontman John Tardy at thhe legenadry Death Metal band's official website:

"Where do I start! First, thanks to our crew and all our fans that came out to support us this festival season. Without you guys all this would not be possible!!!".

"I did not have Internet for the last few shows, so I could not update the website until now. I think the last I updated was in Italy. Since then we had two shows in Germany and one in Austria!".

"I am at home and trying to get things 'back to normal.' Yesterday we got together with friends and celebrated the 4th of July with some grilling, cool ones, fireworks and World Cup football! What an end to that Germany / Italy game. Our crew were from Germany, so I felt bad for them, but congratulate Italy on a big win. I am looking forward to the game today, it should be a good one. It was also great to see the Space Shuttle Discovery go up! I don't know if there is any better display of fireworks then watching that thing launch! Awesome! We are a few hundred miles from the Space Center, but can still see the shuttle from my house. It is really something and I congratulate NASA on a beautiful launch".

"We are home until the end of August , then we head back to Europe to record our first DVD, in Poland! I think we could be the last band on the planet to do one, so we are really excited about this. While we are there we will also be playing the Up From The Ground Festival in Germany".

Links:http://www.obituary.cc/

Source: metal-temple.com
Band profile: Obituary
Posted: 08.07.2006 by Lupas | Comments (3)


Brujeria - Set To Tour Spain

Mexican Death Metallers Brujeria will be touring Spain for three days this September. The band found their show at Viña Rock Festival in Villarobledo to be very successful, so they decided to embark on their own tour there.

Brujeria will be supported by Spanish band Hora Zulu who are promoting their new album, which is entitled 'El que la lleva la entiende'.

Here are the three dates:

Sep. 21 - Madrid, ESP @ Heineken
Sep. 22 - Bergara, ESP @ Gipuzkoa (Jam)
Sep. 23 - Barcelona, ESP@ Razzmatazz II

Source: blabbermouth.net
Band profile: Brujeria
Posted: 08.07.2006 by Raiden | Comments (0)


Celtic Frost - Announce Support For Forthcoming North American Tour

A press release from Celtic Frost's website announced the bands that will be supporting the metal titans on their upcoming North American tour. The bands announced for the first leg of the tour running from September 12th til October 2nd are Norwegian black metallers 1349 and Norwegian doom metal supergroup, Sahg. Sagh features members from Manngard and Audrey Horne as well as former Gorgoroth members King and Kvitrafn. The support for the second half, running from October 3rd til November 11th will be the American black/death band Goatwhore. Also, for the week of west coast shows, the drone/doom band Sunn0))) will be on the bill as well. The dates of the shows are as follows :

September 12, 2006 Springfield, Virginia Jaxx
September 13, 2006 Springfield, Virginia Jaxx
September 14, 2006 New York City B.B. King's
September 15, 2006 New York City B.B. King's
September 16, 2006 Montreal, Quebec Medley
September 18, 2006 Toronto, Ontario The Opera House
September 19, 2006 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Rex Theatre
September 20, 2006 Cleveland, Ohio House of Blues
September 22, 2006 Detroit, Michigan Harpos
September 23, 2006 Chicago, Illinois Vic Theatre
September 24, 2006 Minneapolis, Minnesota First Avenue
September 25, 2006 Winnipeg, Manitoba Royal Albert Arms
September 27, 2006 Calgary, Alberta The Warehouse
September 28, 2006 Edmonton, Alberta The Starlite Room
September 30, 2006 Victoria, British Columbia Sugar
October 1, 2006 Seattle, Washington El Corazón
October 2, 2006 Portland, Oregon Roseland
October 3, 2006 San Francisco, California Fillmore
October 4, 2006 San Diego, California House of Blues
October 5, 2006 Anaheim, California House of Blues
October 7, 2006 Los Angeles, California House of Blues
October 8, 2006 Phoenix, Arizona Marquee Theater
October 9, 2006 Las Vegas, Nevada House of Blues
October 11, 2006 Englewood, Colorado Gothic Theatre
October 12, 2006 Albuquerque, New Mexico Sunshine Theatre
October 13, 2006 El Paso, Texas Texas Avenue Live
October 14, 2006 San Antonio, Texas Sunset Station - Lonestar
October 16, 2006 Lawrence, Kansas Bottleneck
October 17, 2006 Saint Louis, Missouri Pop's
October 19, 2006 Fort Worth, Texas Ridglea Theater
October 20, 2006 Houston, Texas Warehouse Live
October 21, 2006 New Orleans, Louisiana House of Blues
October 23, 2006 Saint Petersburg, Florida State Theater
October 24, 2006 Fort Lauderdale, Florida Culture Room
October 25, 2006 Orlando, Florida House of Blues
October 27, 2006 Atlanta, Georgia The Masquerade

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Source: celticfrost.com
Band profile: Celtic Frost
Posted: 08.07.2006 by Unknown user | Comments (5)


Ephel Duath - Announce Producer For New Album

Italian experimentalists EPHEL DUATH are currently collaborating with Eraldo Bernocchi to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of his groundbreaking group SIGILLUM ES. The album will also feature contributions from longtime Bernocchi co-conspirators Bill Laswell, Toshinori Kondo, Raiz, Zu, Xabier Iriondo, Thomas Fehlmann (THE ORB), Crisis and many others.

In other news, EPHEL DUATH has announced that Bernocchi will produce its next album. Guitar player, producer and electronic musician with more than 20 years of musical experience and 75 full-length albums under his belt, spanning many different audio and visual projects, Bernocchi has also scored various soundtracks, including "Nirvana" and "Denti" by the Oscar winner Gabriele Salvatores. The pre-production of the new EPHEL DUATH CD will begin later in the summer.

Source: roadrunnerrecords.com
Band profile: Ephel Duath
Posted: 07.07.2006 by DarkStone | Comments (0)


Belphegor - Seek New Label

Austrian black/death metallers BELPHEGOR are currently looking for a new professional management company to represent them for the release of their new yet-untitled album. Interested parties should contact the band at belphegor@aon.at.

Source: belphegor.at
Band profile: Belphegor
Posted: 07.07.2006 by DarkStone | Comments (2)


Deicide Complete 'Homage For Satan' Video Shoot

Satan's favourite sons Deicide spent 12 hours locked up in baking
Floridian conditions last weekend while they filmed the video for the
skin-flaying new track 'Homage For Satan'. In temperatures reaching
almost 100º Fahrenheit, the band ripped through the track again and
again with a level of energy and enthusiasm that would destroy many less
committed bands, drummer Steve Asheim in particular pulling of the
almost inhuman feat of playing for 12 hours straight in broiling
conditions without dropping a beat.

Never one to be outdone, Glen Benton then upped the stakes considerably
by donning the now legendary God deflecting armour, last seen at the
Roadrunner All Stars show, and performing the latter part of the video
shoot effectively wearing a second skin. Add to that some blistering
guitar work from Jack Owen and Ralph Santolla and the climactic scene of
the video where Glen is seen spewing forth bile and you just know that
this might just be one of the most intense videos of 2006. Directorial
duties on 'Homage For Satan' are handled by Detroit based crew Scrambled
Visual, who will be filming some additional Christ-baiting material back
in Detroit this weekend.

Expect 'Homage For Satan' to be hitting your TV screens later this
month, if you can't wait that long, head on over to iTunes where you can
currently download an exclusive early mix of 'Homage For Satan' as part
of 'The Stench Of Redemption 666 EP'. The album 'The Stench Of
Redemption' will be in stores August 21st (UK/ Europe) August 22nd (USA).

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Source: earache.com
Band profile: Deicide
Posted: 06.07.2006 by Herzebeth | Comments (0)


Testament - Drummer Unable To Perform At Upcoming Shows

Veteran Thrashers Testament have announced that their drummer Louie Clemente will not be able to take part in upcoming Testament shows due to 'medical reasons'. The band is planning to tour the United States, Europe and South Korea through July and August. Experienced drummer and good friend to the band, Paul Bostaph will be filling in for the unwell Clemente.

Source: testamentlegions.com
Band profile: Testament
Posted: 06.07.2006 by Raiden | Comments (0)


Kamelot - Cancel Appearance At Ragnarock Festival

Power Metallers Kamelot have said that they will be cancelling their appearance at the upcoming Ragnarock Festival, in Norway. The band cancelled their August 18th and 19th appearances because they haven't received any kind of contract. The band says that it's an unfortunate thing to happen, but out of their control. However Kamelot will be planning for an early 2007 tour that will include Norway.

Here is a statement by KMI Entertainment's Tim Norwood: "We have yet to receive a contract or deposits for this festival. It is unfortunate for the fans since the band was very excited about coming to Norway again, it is simple out of our hands at this point. It also means that we have to reschedule the Helsinki show that was booked in connection with Ragnarock. We are in the middle of planning the European tour for Spring 2007 and we are planning a full run through Norway and Finland".

Source: kamelot.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Posted: 06.07.2006 by Raiden | Comments (0)


Arch Enemy - To Enter Studio In February

Finland's HardcoreSounds.net recently conducted an interview with Arch Enemy drummer Daniel Erlandsson. A few excerpts from the chat follow:

HardcoreSounds.net: You have had the chance to tour almost everywhere. Which show has been the most memorable to you so far?

Daniel: "We have done so many shows so it's quite hard but quite recently we visited Mexico and we did two shows for the first time there. Mexico City was the second show and that was one of the best shows I have ever done."

HS: Why was it so special? Where there a lot of audience?

Daniel: "We played to a full house. We played for like something in between 2,500-3,000 people and we had an amazing crowd response. The whole place was jumping all the time. I was blown away."

HS: And maybe next year we will hear new material from you guys?

Daniel: "Definitely. That's the plan too. We will start recording the new album in February and hopefully we will get it released sometime in the summer or fall of next year. We have already started writing music and we have tons of ideas."

HS: Do you have any finished songs yet?

Daniel: "We have a lot of ideas which loosely fit together so we are gonna start making songs really soon instead of just jamming with riffs. Making an album is like a big puzzle where you try to add all the pieces into the puzzle while songs."

HS: Where do you see the band in five years?

Daniel: "That's really a difficult question. If you judge Arch Enemy from the last five years from 2001 to this day the band has progressed with every album they have made, became bigger and bigger. If that continues we are going to be pretty big in 2011 and that's what I really wish."

Read the entire interview at HardcoreSounds.net.

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Source: roadrunnerrecords.com
Band profile: Arch Enemy
Posted: 06.07.2006 by DarkStone | Comments (3)


Iron Maiden - New Album Artwork, New Single And Tour Info

Iron Maiden have posted the new album artwork on their website. The album should be released in September.

Also announced is the news that The Reincarnation Of Benjamin Breeg will be released as a very special single on August 14th.

Says Steve Harris, "This is a very intense album in many ways and we really wanted to go with a lead track that demonstrated that in the best way, rather than going for a shorter track on the album just to please the chart rules. Benjamin Breeg is a great example of the feel of the album in it's really heavy riff and lyrically it's a very dark, atmospheric and powerful song which really epitomizes what the album is all about for us. So it made a natural choice for us."

In true Maiden style, the single will be released in two special Limited Edition formats, which by content will not be eligible for the UK singles chart. Manager Rod Smallwood explained, "There are various chart rules compliant to number of tracks, the maximum running time, price structure and all the rest of it. As for the new Maiden single - its simple - we're putting out a two track CD - The Reincarnation Of Benjamin Breeg and Hallowed Be Thy Name (Legends Session) and if it's too long to qualify for the charts, then so be it. We have no problem with it being non-chart eligible.

EMI will also release a special 7" picture disc with collectable sticker of the 'Crossed Guns' Logo. B sides to both formats are from last years amazing Radio 1 legends session, recorded especially for the Zane Lowe show.

Limited Edition 2 track CD:
The Reincarnation Of Benjamin Breeg
Hallowed Be Thy Name (Radio 1 'Legends' Session)

Limited Edition 7" picture disc:
The Reincarnation Of Benjamin Breeg
Run To The Hills (Radio 1 'Legends' Session)
The Trooper (Radio 1 'Legends' Session)

The Reincarnation Of Benjamin Breeg is taken from the forthcoming album, A Matter Of Life And Death - full track listing as below:

01. Different World - Smith/Harris - 4.17
02. These Colours Don't Run - Smith/Harris/Dickinson - 6.52
03. Brighter Than a Thousand Suns - Smith/Harris/Dickinson - 8.44
04. The Pilgrim - Gers/Harris - 5.07
05. The Longest Day - Smith/Harris/Dickinson - 7.48
06. Out Of the Shadows - Dickinson/Harris 5.36
07. The Reincarnation of Benjamin Breeg - Murray/Harris - 7.21
08. For The Greater Good of God - Harris - 9.24
09. Lord Of Light - Smith/Harris/Dickinson - 7.23
10. The Legacy - Gers/Harris - 9.20

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Source: ironmaiden.com
Band profile: Iron Maiden
Posted: 05.07.2006 by Bas | Comments (25)


Sirenia - Studio Time Booked

Studios Booked!
We will start the recordings of our new album on the 17th of July. We have chosen a somewhat different solution this time, and will record altogether in 3 different studios. This is a solution that we feel can add something new and different to our sound, as well as keeping the essential basics of Sirenia. First we will track the drums in Jailhouse studios in Norway with engineer Hans Eidsgard, then we proceed to Sound Suite Studios in France to record everything else, together with Terje Refsnes. And finally we will mix and master the album at Antfarm studios in Denmark with Tue Madsen. We look forward to work with Hans and Tue for the first time, and of course we are eager to work with Terje again, who's been a part of our team for many years. The recordings will be completed the 1st of October.

Source: sirenia.no
Band profile: Sirenia
Posted: 05.07.2006 by Jason W. | Comments (2)


Octavia Sperati - New Drummer

03.07.06
New drummer:
Finally it is time to announce that Ivar Alver has joined the band, and will be our permanent drummer from now on. It took us a while but we now feel sure that we have found the right person. We would also like to thank everyone who has contacted us regarding the drummer position.

New album:
We have been working on new material for a while and with Ivar behind the drums things have started to take shape. If things go as planned we will enter the studio late this fall, and the new album will be released early next year.

Source: octavia-sperati.com
Posted: 05.07.2006 by Jason W. | Comments (0)


Helloween - Announce Dates For Russia/Ukraine

German Power Metal pioneers Helloween have lined up the following dates in Russia/Ukraine during October 2006:

Oct. 05 - Ekaterinburg - KOSMOS Koncert Hall
Oct. 06 - Ufa Ogni - UFA Club
Oct. 07 - Kiev - DK Nau club
Oct. 08 - Moskow - DK Gorbunova
Oct. 10 - St. Petersburg - Port Club

The band is going to release a double DVD, featuring footage that was filmed during shows in Sofia, Tokyo and Sao Paulo. Alongside the live footage, the double DVD will include lots of exciting bonus material. The exact release date will be announced by SPV in the coming weeks.

A number of European festival appearances are scheduled in the coming weeks. The band will perform a best-of set, featuring all their important hits, including the odd cult number, for the first time performed by the current lineup. An extensive tour of North America and Canada will take place in the fall.

Source: metal-temple.com
Band profile: Helloween
Posted: 04.07.2006 by Lupas | Comments (2)


Vader - New Song Avalaible For Download

Polish death metal legends, Vader, have just returned from a very successful tour and ready to reveal some details. The track entitled "Warlords" is now available for download here.The band is going to shoot a promotional videoclip for another track namely "Helleluyah!!! (God is Dead)". "Impressions In Blood" tracklist:

01. Between Day and Night
02. ShadowsFear
03. As Heavens Collide...
04. Helleluyah!!! (God is Dead)
05. Field of Heads
06. Predator
07. Warlords
08. Red Code
09. Amongst the Ruins
10. They Live!!!
11. The Book

On the upcoming Blitzkrieg 4 tour the band is going to play 5 new songs.

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Source: vader.pl
Band profile: Vader
Posted: 04.07.2006 by Mindheist | Comments (4)


Draconian - Track List And Release Date Announced

The release date of the forthcoming Draconian album, The Burning Halo, is set to the 29th of September (10th of October in USA).

Tracklist - "The Burning Halo" (playing time 54:09)
1. She Dies
2. Through Infectious Waters (A Sickness Elegy)
3. The Dying
4. Serenade of Sorrow
5. The Morningstar
6. The Gothic Embrace
7. On Sunday They Will Kill the World
8. Forever My Queen

Source: draconian.se
Band profile: Draconian
Posted: 04.07.2006 by Daru Jericho | Comments (4)