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Mortiis - Begins Work On Follow Up To 'The Grudge'
Notodden,Norway - Mortiis has begun writing for a planned 2006 follow -up to 'The Grudge'
Mortiis has been collaborating with well-known producer Rhys Fulber (Fear Factory, Delerium, Frontline Assembly, Paradise Lost) and is currently demoing material.
"On the new songs, we are focusing more on what I think got a bit lost last time, which is songwriting and continuity," said Mortiis. "Last time I was trying to make a really angry and abusive record, and I wanted to do everything at the same time because I wanted all this noisy stuff to happen. The distorted noise, electronics, and samples are still there, but these songs are more focused and have a more coherent interaction between the programmed and the organic. They are definitely a lot more organic, and I am putting a lot of weight on guitars this time."
Some of the working song titles include: "The Ugly Truth", "Doppelganger", "Hard to Believe", "Zeitgeist", "Scolding the Burnt" and "Great Deceiver".
In other news, guitarist Åge Troite has replaced Åsmund Sveinunggard for live duties with Mortiis. European and North American dates are being worked on at this time.
Mortiis has been collaborating with well-known producer Rhys Fulber (Fear Factory, Delerium, Frontline Assembly, Paradise Lost) and is currently demoing material.
"On the new songs, we are focusing more on what I think got a bit lost last time, which is songwriting and continuity," said Mortiis. "Last time I was trying to make a really angry and abusive record, and I wanted to do everything at the same time because I wanted all this noisy stuff to happen. The distorted noise, electronics, and samples are still there, but these songs are more focused and have a more coherent interaction between the programmed and the organic. They are definitely a lot more organic, and I am putting a lot of weight on guitars this time."
Some of the working song titles include: "The Ugly Truth", "Doppelganger", "Hard to Believe", "Zeitgeist", "Scolding the Burnt" and "Great Deceiver".
In other news, guitarist Åge Troite has replaced Åsmund Sveinunggard for live duties with Mortiis. European and North American dates are being worked on at this time.
| Source: | Earache Publicist |
| Band profile: | Mortiis |
Cephalic Carnage - Bassist Jawsh Mullen Quits
Bassist Jawsh Mullen has announced his departure from Denver, Colorado's Cephalic Carnage. Mullen's official statement on the matter reads as follows:
"I got some bad news for you, especially the ladies, I'm out again! That's right, I have decided to retire from the road. This has not been an easy decision to make, trust me, however, where I want to be in 10 years requires sacrifice. I'm gonna go back to school! But right now I have to work and save to get there. I will miss ALL of you out there, especially the friends that put us up, and put up with us over the years. I love all of you. To all of the friends in all the bands we've toured with, Thank you!! Thank you for the drunken, smoked out stories I have to tell for the rest of my humble like!! The memories! I've had a great time, but now I have to go and do some other shit, I have no attention span.
"I am staying active in music, however. I work at a rock club called the Hi-Dive, play in Munimula, Stuntcok, and Carniceria, so that's keeping me busy. Eventually I want to work for Dave Otero, (If you don't know who he is, you will very soon.) but I gotta work for it.
"For those looking for juicy gossip regarding this lifestyle change, sorry, there is none. We are all grownups. It sucks for all of us, but it's unavoidable, so we accept it. We are all friends, and they understand what I have to do. Those guys took me around the world, I could never have hate for them. I love them. I loved this band for years before I joined, if they don't sell out, I will love them for all time!
"If you live in Denver, or find yourself visiting Denver, come into the Hi-Dive, I will buy you a shot of whiskey and we will go over stories and laugh!"
Jawsh will be playing his final show with Cephalic Carnage on February 24 in Denver at the 3 Kings Tavern. In the meantime, the band are currently looking for a new bass player. Interested parties can contact the group at info@cephaliccarnage.net .
"I got some bad news for you, especially the ladies, I'm out again! That's right, I have decided to retire from the road. This has not been an easy decision to make, trust me, however, where I want to be in 10 years requires sacrifice. I'm gonna go back to school! But right now I have to work and save to get there. I will miss ALL of you out there, especially the friends that put us up, and put up with us over the years. I love all of you. To all of the friends in all the bands we've toured with, Thank you!! Thank you for the drunken, smoked out stories I have to tell for the rest of my humble like!! The memories! I've had a great time, but now I have to go and do some other shit, I have no attention span.
"I am staying active in music, however. I work at a rock club called the Hi-Dive, play in Munimula, Stuntcok, and Carniceria, so that's keeping me busy. Eventually I want to work for Dave Otero, (If you don't know who he is, you will very soon.) but I gotta work for it.
"For those looking for juicy gossip regarding this lifestyle change, sorry, there is none. We are all grownups. It sucks for all of us, but it's unavoidable, so we accept it. We are all friends, and they understand what I have to do. Those guys took me around the world, I could never have hate for them. I love them. I loved this band for years before I joined, if they don't sell out, I will love them for all time!
"If you live in Denver, or find yourself visiting Denver, come into the Hi-Dive, I will buy you a shot of whiskey and we will go over stories and laugh!"
Jawsh will be playing his final show with Cephalic Carnage on February 24 in Denver at the 3 Kings Tavern. In the meantime, the band are currently looking for a new bass player. Interested parties can contact the group at info@cephaliccarnage.net .
| Source: | blabbermouth.net |
| Band profile: | Cephalic Carnage |
Megadeth - Part Ways With Bassist James MacDonough
Megadeth have parted ways with bassist James MacDonough. In a posting on the band's official forum, James wrote, "I just wanted to say thank you all so much for making me feel so welcome and thank you for all the awesome memories along the road. I will not be playing with Megadeth any longer. I'm sure Dave will post about it soon. Thanks again my metal brothers and sisters."
It was only five days ago (Feb. 5) that MacDonough posted a message on the Megadeth message board indicating that he was very much "looking forward" to playing at the Desert Rock 2006 festival in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on March 16, adding that he would "document the trip" for the fans.
Megadeth's scheduled appearance at the Desert Rock 2006 festival in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on March 16 is not expected to be affected by MacDonough's departure.
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It was only five days ago (Feb. 5) that MacDonough posted a message on the Megadeth message board indicating that he was very much "looking forward" to playing at the Desert Rock 2006 festival in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on March 16, adding that he would "document the trip" for the fans.
Megadeth's scheduled appearance at the Desert Rock 2006 festival in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on March 16 is not expected to be affected by MacDonough's departure.
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| Source: | blabbermouth.net |
| Band profile: | Megadeth |
Skyclad - Sign To Black Lotus
The band posted the following on the official website:
"We are very pleased to announce that we have just signed a new recording deal with Black Lotus records who are based in Athens, Greece. The band is keen to build upon the success of 'A Semblance Of Normality' and feel that the partnership with Black Lotus will help us progress both here in Europe and further afield."
The band has also an EP entitled 'Jig-A-Jig' scheduled for release in April.
"We are very pleased to announce that we have just signed a new recording deal with Black Lotus records who are based in Athens, Greece. The band is keen to build upon the success of 'A Semblance Of Normality' and feel that the partnership with Black Lotus will help us progress both here in Europe and further afield."
The band has also an EP entitled 'Jig-A-Jig' scheduled for release in April.
| Source: | skyclad.co.uk |
| Band profile: | Skyclad |
Satyricon - Announce Tracklist & Release Date
Satyricon's upcoming album named "Now, Diabolical" will be release on Monday the 24th of April, 2006 in Europe, an American date hasn't been set yet.
The tracklist is as follow:
01. Now, Diabolical
02. K.I.N.G
03. The Pentagram Burns
04. A New Enemy
05. The Rite Of Our Cross
06. That Darkness Shall Be Eternal
07. Delirium
08. To The Mountains
09. Storm(of the Destroyer)
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The tracklist is as follow:
01. Now, Diabolical
02. K.I.N.G
03. The Pentagram Burns
04. A New Enemy
05. The Rite Of Our Cross
06. That Darkness Shall Be Eternal
07. Delirium
08. To The Mountains
09. Storm(of the Destroyer)
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| Source: | satyricon.no |
| Band profile: | Satyricon |
The Gathering - "Home" Artwork & Tracklist
"Home," The Gathering's new album, is planned to be released mid-April in Europe via Sanctuary Records and via The End Records in North America. The artwork can be viewed here. Contrary to what has been published on the End Records' website, the track list is not yet finalised but could be as follow:
Shortest Day
In Between
Alone
Waking Hour
Fatigue
A Noise Severe
Forgotten
Solace
Your Troubles Are Over
Box
The Quiet One
Home
Forgotten Reprise
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Shortest Day
In Between
Alone
Waking Hour
Fatigue
A Noise Severe
Forgotten
Solace
Your Troubles Are Over
Box
The Quiet One
Home
Forgotten Reprise
Read more ››
| Source: | gathering.nl & theendrecords.com |
| Band profile: | The Gathering |
HIM - Ville Valo Arrested For Threatening Neighbor
According to the Finnish tabloid newspaper Iltalehti, HIM. frontman Ville Valo was taken into custody by the Finnish police over the weekend for allegedly threatening to kill his neighbor and resisting arrest.
At approximately 2:30 in the morning Monday morning (Feb. 6), Valo allegedly became belligerent and violent while spending time at his apartment building, which is located in the Eira district of Helsinki. For reasons that are unclear, Ville is said to have thrown a flower pot at his neighbor's door, after which he was confronted by his neighbor and a brawl ensued. The police were called by the neighbor's wife and two officers came to the scene but were unable to calm Valo down, who reportedly had to be restrained with handcuffs.
Valo, 29, spent the night in police custody and reportedly admitted threatening the neighbor but failed to provide a clear motive for his actions.
No injuries were reported in the incident, although the neighbor's door did suffer some minor damage.
According to Iltalehti, Valo was involved in previous disturbances within the same housing organization.
The neighbors refused to comment the issue, according to the report.
Sources:
http://www.blabbermouth.net
http://www.iltalehti.fi/2006/02/09/200602074072010_uu.shtml
At approximately 2:30 in the morning Monday morning (Feb. 6), Valo allegedly became belligerent and violent while spending time at his apartment building, which is located in the Eira district of Helsinki. For reasons that are unclear, Ville is said to have thrown a flower pot at his neighbor's door, after which he was confronted by his neighbor and a brawl ensued. The police were called by the neighbor's wife and two officers came to the scene but were unable to calm Valo down, who reportedly had to be restrained with handcuffs.
Valo, 29, spent the night in police custody and reportedly admitted threatening the neighbor but failed to provide a clear motive for his actions.
No injuries were reported in the incident, although the neighbor's door did suffer some minor damage.
According to Iltalehti, Valo was involved in previous disturbances within the same housing organization.
The neighbors refused to comment the issue, according to the report.
Sources:
http://www.blabbermouth.net
http://www.iltalehti.fi/2006/02/09/200602074072010_uu.shtml
| Band profile: | HIM |
Gorguts - To Release Live DVD/CD In 2006
GWN Records have announced to release a live DVD and a live CD by Canada's avant-garde death metal band Gorguts in 2006. The album "Live In Rotterdam" is scheduled for March; the live DVD "Live At The Whiskey" is expected to be released sometime in the forthcoming December. It will include various bonus material such as extra pictures, footage, and an exclusive interview with Luc Lemay and Big Steeve.
| Source: | gwnrecords.com |
| Band profile: | Gorguts |
Týr - Sign To Napalm Records; Announce New Album
The Faroese folk/viking metal band Týr has announced that they have signed a worldwide deal with Napalm Records for three albums and a re-release of their 2003 album "Eric The Red" on March 24 in Europe and on April 25 in the US. The re-release will also include previously unreleased material and the videos 'Regin Smiður' and 'Hail To The Hammer'. The band's debut on Napalm Records is scheduled for September.
| Source: | tyr.net |
| Band profile: | Týr |
Enslaved - Update On The New Album
Enslaved's forthcoming album "Ruun" is almost ready. The album that is produced by the band itself is being mixed in the Propeller Studio (Oslo) and then it will be mastered just after that.
The members of Enslaved expressed their thoughts about the album:
Ivar Bjørnson (guitar): "Me and Grutle has worked out a concept I feel is related to both the "old" Enslaved sphere and our new universe; tradition and heresy, logic and metaphysics - side by side. The material is strong willed and seems to live a life of its own; it is out of our hands at this point. It is my hope and belief that old and new listeners will enjoy the album. I know we will. We are very grateful for working with Johnny Skalleberg during recording, Mike Hartung in the mix and for being backed and followed up by Roffe and Tabu Recordings every step of the way."
Herbrand Larsen (keyboard & vocal): "'Ruun' is more extreme in all aspects; sound wise, the riffs, the melodies, harmonies and disharmonies. 'Runn' is all that and more!"
Grutle Kjellson (vocal & bass): "'Ruun' contains the most successful and efficient lyrics seen in Enslaved ever. The concept is more developing and interesting. We spent a lot time pre producing vocal arrangement, which has resulted in a perfect integration with the sound landscape. Every instrument and voice has founds its own orbit within the sound. However, should you not be into newer Enslaved, feel free to put "Frost" once again."
Arve Isdal (lead guitar): "This is by far the best Enslaved record to date. The production is more powerful than before. We have put more effort into the recording sessions, and this shows. Some new instruments and techniques have been used, which gives this record a more colorful sound."
Cato Bekkevold (drums): "The recording was so smooth, and I must say thanks to Johnny for his work! And this time I also did some pre-prod in Portugal with my old pal from Re:aktor, NexionD which was very helpful for all of us.
Ivar's gift as a songwriter never stops surprising me, and it's a privilege to play in such a great band. Musically, we don't break rules, just invent new ones. We didn't have to rush anything during any process, so I'm confident about this one!"
Also the band, later on February, is going to make two videos for their upcoming album "Ruun".
The members of Enslaved expressed their thoughts about the album:
Ivar Bjørnson (guitar): "Me and Grutle has worked out a concept I feel is related to both the "old" Enslaved sphere and our new universe; tradition and heresy, logic and metaphysics - side by side. The material is strong willed and seems to live a life of its own; it is out of our hands at this point. It is my hope and belief that old and new listeners will enjoy the album. I know we will. We are very grateful for working with Johnny Skalleberg during recording, Mike Hartung in the mix and for being backed and followed up by Roffe and Tabu Recordings every step of the way."
Herbrand Larsen (keyboard & vocal): "'Ruun' is more extreme in all aspects; sound wise, the riffs, the melodies, harmonies and disharmonies. 'Runn' is all that and more!"
Grutle Kjellson (vocal & bass): "'Ruun' contains the most successful and efficient lyrics seen in Enslaved ever. The concept is more developing and interesting. We spent a lot time pre producing vocal arrangement, which has resulted in a perfect integration with the sound landscape. Every instrument and voice has founds its own orbit within the sound. However, should you not be into newer Enslaved, feel free to put "Frost" once again."
Arve Isdal (lead guitar): "This is by far the best Enslaved record to date. The production is more powerful than before. We have put more effort into the recording sessions, and this shows. Some new instruments and techniques have been used, which gives this record a more colorful sound."
Cato Bekkevold (drums): "The recording was so smooth, and I must say thanks to Johnny for his work! And this time I also did some pre-prod in Portugal with my old pal from Re:aktor, NexionD which was very helpful for all of us.
Ivar's gift as a songwriter never stops surprising me, and it's a privilege to play in such a great band. Musically, we don't break rules, just invent new ones. We didn't have to rush anything during any process, so I'm confident about this one!"
Also the band, later on February, is going to make two videos for their upcoming album "Ruun".
| Source: | enslaved.no |
| Band profile: | Enslaved |
Hirax - Original Drummer Rejoins; New Guitarist
Los Angeles thrashers Hirax have announced the return of original drummer John Tabares and addition of guitarist Lance Harrison to the group's ranks. The band are currently in pre-production, writing songs for their upcoming EP, "Assassins of War", tentatively due later in the year. More information will be made available soon.
In November 2005, Hirax frontman Katon W. De Pena was left as the group's sole remaining member after Glenn Rogers (lead guitars), Angelo Espino (bass), Dave Chedrick (drums) and Dave Watson (lead guitars) announced their departure from the band. As a result of their exit, Hirax's Japanese tour was cancelled and the band's appearance at this year's Keep It True VI festival was called off.
In November 2005, Hirax frontman Katon W. De Pena was left as the group's sole remaining member after Glenn Rogers (lead guitars), Angelo Espino (bass), Dave Chedrick (drums) and Dave Watson (lead guitars) announced their departure from the band. As a result of their exit, Hirax's Japanese tour was cancelled and the band's appearance at this year's Keep It True VI festival was called off.
| Source: | blabbermouth.net |
| Band profile: | Hirax |
Satyricon - Sign With Roadrunner Records
Roadrunner Records U.K. has announced the signing of leading Norwegian black metal band Satyricon into the fold for all territories, excluding North America and Norway.
Wally van Middendorp, VP International Marketing and Acquisitions at Roadrunner International stated: "We are truly excited to be working with one of the most widely-revered bands in their genre and look forward to assisting Satyricon in their continuing quest to push back the boundaries of black metal."
Satyricon have been in Vancouver, Canada this month mixing their first new studio album since 2002 with Mike Frasier (Metallica, AC/DC). Titled "Now, Diabolical", it is set for release in April 2006. Satyr is looking forward to the release, stating, "This project has been a deeper dive in the abyss than ever before and many sacrifices have been made to try to achieve what we where looking for. We are very proud of 'Now, Diabolical' and hope the pain of giving birth to this phoenix will prove its worth!"
Wally van Middendorp, VP International Marketing and Acquisitions at Roadrunner International stated: "We are truly excited to be working with one of the most widely-revered bands in their genre and look forward to assisting Satyricon in their continuing quest to push back the boundaries of black metal."
Satyricon have been in Vancouver, Canada this month mixing their first new studio album since 2002 with Mike Frasier (Metallica, AC/DC). Titled "Now, Diabolical", it is set for release in April 2006. Satyr is looking forward to the release, stating, "This project has been a deeper dive in the abyss than ever before and many sacrifices have been made to try to achieve what we where looking for. We are very proud of 'Now, Diabolical' and hope the pain of giving birth to this phoenix will prove its worth!"
| Source: | blabbermouth.net |
| Band profile: | Satyricon |
Siebenbürgen - Disbanded
Siebenbürgen has called it quits. Marcus Ehlin, frontman of the Swedish heavy/black metal band, posted the following at the official website:
"I am hereby sad to inform you all that Siebenbürgen is no more.
On the 1st of February 2006 we had a band meeting and came to the conclusion that we have to bury Siebenbürgen. After 12 years we sadly don't have the energy and inspiration to take the band any further and it would be wrong to us and to our fans to continue without the passion that Siebenbürgen deserve.
During these years we have struggled and bled to keep Siebenbürgen alive and well, we have published five albums that we are very proud of, we got to see the world and we met a lot of great people in the process, and our fans fucking rule! But now it is over and we will lay Siebenbürgen to rest. It has been a great experience that we would not trade for anything in the world.
We would like to thank Ed and Karen of No Cross Management, Sabine at IDB booking, Eva and the staff at Napalmn Records and all the bands we have toured with during the years, and last but not least, all of our devoted fans that believed in us and kept us going through all this time.
Thanks for everything and may the gods of metal be with you!
- Marcus Ehlin and Siebenbürgen - "
"I am hereby sad to inform you all that Siebenbürgen is no more.
On the 1st of February 2006 we had a band meeting and came to the conclusion that we have to bury Siebenbürgen. After 12 years we sadly don't have the energy and inspiration to take the band any further and it would be wrong to us and to our fans to continue without the passion that Siebenbürgen deserve.
During these years we have struggled and bled to keep Siebenbürgen alive and well, we have published five albums that we are very proud of, we got to see the world and we met a lot of great people in the process, and our fans fucking rule! But now it is over and we will lay Siebenbürgen to rest. It has been a great experience that we would not trade for anything in the world.
We would like to thank Ed and Karen of No Cross Management, Sabine at IDB booking, Eva and the staff at Napalmn Records and all the bands we have toured with during the years, and last but not least, all of our devoted fans that believed in us and kept us going through all this time.
Thanks for everything and may the gods of metal be with you!
- Marcus Ehlin and Siebenbürgen - "
| Source: | siebenburgen.net |
| Band profile: | Siebenbürgen |
Into Eternity - Drummer Adam Sagan Left
Adam Sagan, the drummer of the Canadian progressive death metal band Into Eternity, announced his departure from the band. He posted the following on the band's forum:
"I'm very sad to announce to all of you that I am no longer a member of Into Eternity. This is not what I wanted, but the simple truth is, for personal and professional reasons I cannot continue to play in Into Eternity at this point in my life. I have nothing bad to say about Tim, Rob, Stu and Troy. They are truly wonderful people and some of my best friends. We've been through some tremendous experiences, and I can't thank them enough for the amazing times we've had and the incredible opportunities that they've given me. It's been absolutely humbling playing with such ferocious, capable and professional musicians. Thank you ."
Read the entire statement here:
http://www.ultimatemetal.com/forum/showthread.php's=227363
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"I'm very sad to announce to all of you that I am no longer a member of Into Eternity. This is not what I wanted, but the simple truth is, for personal and professional reasons I cannot continue to play in Into Eternity at this point in my life. I have nothing bad to say about Tim, Rob, Stu and Troy. They are truly wonderful people and some of my best friends. We've been through some tremendous experiences, and I can't thank them enough for the amazing times we've had and the incredible opportunities that they've given me. It's been absolutely humbling playing with such ferocious, capable and professional musicians. Thank you ."
Read the entire statement here:
http://www.ultimatemetal.com/forum/showthread.php's=227363
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| Band profile: | Into Eternity |
Kalisia - News On Upcoming Album
France's Kalisia posted further news on their upcoming debut album "Cybion" stating "that 99% of the material was been recorded, just 3 or 4 vocal passages are missing. The final mixing will be soon."
They also stated that a bonus CD may be sold with Cybion, "Origin". Plus a remastered version of their "Skies" Demo.
Source : http://kalisia.free.fr
They also stated that a bonus CD may be sold with Cybion, "Origin". Plus a remastered version of their "Skies" Demo.
Source : http://kalisia.free.fr
| Band profile: | Kalisia |