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KMFDM - New Ep On The Way
KMFDM are currently in the studio and are nearing completion of the recording of their upcoming EP. The CD will be a joint-release by KMFDM Records and Metropolis Records and is scheduled to debut on May 9th. The EP will contain at least a half dozen tracks including remixes, a live-track from the recently completed 2005 Hau Ruck World Tour and a new cover-version of an as yet undisclosed song. Artwork has been finalized and a "work-title" chosen for the release. More details will be announced in due time.
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| Band profile: | KMFDM |
Rwake - Ink Deal With Relapse Records
Rwake signed with Relapse Records, the band is currently working on their 3rd album, their debut with Relapse.
Vocalist C.T. comments: "The writing is going really well. I can tell just from how things are coming to together so far that this is going to be our best record yet. Speaking as someone on the inside looking out, I can see where we have matured with the songwriting and lyrics. It's going to be heavy man." Early song titles include "The Lure of Light", "The Finality", "Fire and Flight" and "The Cosmos Inverted"."..."F*ckin A Man. This is something we've always wanted to do, represent Relapse. Being on Relapse has kinda been a goal since we started RWAKE. It's going to drive us to work even harder to match all the stuff they are going to do for us".
Vocalist C.T. comments: "The writing is going really well. I can tell just from how things are coming to together so far that this is going to be our best record yet. Speaking as someone on the inside looking out, I can see where we have matured with the songwriting and lyrics. It's going to be heavy man." Early song titles include "The Lure of Light", "The Finality", "Fire and Flight" and "The Cosmos Inverted"."..."F*ckin A Man. This is something we've always wanted to do, represent Relapse. Being on Relapse has kinda been a goal since we started RWAKE. It's going to drive us to work even harder to match all the stuff they are going to do for us".
| Source: | relapse.com |
| Band profile: | Rwake |
Nightwish - No 'End Of An Era' DVD?
The Release Of The New Dvd Is In Danger To Be Postponed!
According to Finnish tabloid "Iltalehti" (3.2.06) the release of the "End Of An Era" -liveDVD is in danger to be postponed due to some unexpected problems in contracts. Riku Pääkkönen, the chief executive of Spin-Farm tells that Tarja's manager Marcelo Cabuli is demanding the Spin-Farm -company, Nightwish as a band and the management staff to sign a contract that no one of them is allowed to say anything about Tarja or Marcelo, or anything related to them, without written permission from Marcelo. This kind of contract would practically prevent the publishing of the Nightwish -book this spring as well. "We really found the proposal to be strange and soon realized that this kind of a paper cannot be signed. You can't make contracts like this" says Riku Pääkkönen in Iltalehti arcticle. There would be a 250 000 Euros fine for breaking the contract.
The concert in Hartwall-Arena is about to be released as a DVD and as a live-album. To do that the agreement from all the parties is needed and because of this unfortunate mess it seems hard to get one member to sign.
In worst case Finnish fans will have to order their copy of the DVD from outside the Scandinavia.
"Maybe one could see this as another example how the fans are treated.." says Tuomas in Iltalehti article.
According to Finnish tabloid "Iltalehti" (3.2.06) the release of the "End Of An Era" -liveDVD is in danger to be postponed due to some unexpected problems in contracts. Riku Pääkkönen, the chief executive of Spin-Farm tells that Tarja's manager Marcelo Cabuli is demanding the Spin-Farm -company, Nightwish as a band and the management staff to sign a contract that no one of them is allowed to say anything about Tarja or Marcelo, or anything related to them, without written permission from Marcelo. This kind of contract would practically prevent the publishing of the Nightwish -book this spring as well. "We really found the proposal to be strange and soon realized that this kind of a paper cannot be signed. You can't make contracts like this" says Riku Pääkkönen in Iltalehti arcticle. There would be a 250 000 Euros fine for breaking the contract.
The concert in Hartwall-Arena is about to be released as a DVD and as a live-album. To do that the agreement from all the parties is needed and because of this unfortunate mess it seems hard to get one member to sign.
In worst case Finnish fans will have to order their copy of the DVD from outside the Scandinavia.
"Maybe one could see this as another example how the fans are treated.." says Tuomas in Iltalehti article.
| Source: | Iltalehti 3.2.2006 |
| Band profile: | Nightwish |
Dolorian - Finish Recordings Of New Album
Dolorian finished the recording of their 3rd full length album entitled "Voidwards", the tracklist is as follow:
01. Dual - Void - Trident
02. In The Locus of Bone
03. Co-il-lusion
04. Ivory Artery
05. The Flow Of Seething Visions
06. The One Whose Name Has No End
07. The Absolute Halo Is Awakening
08. Epoch of Cyclosure
09. The Fire Which Burns Not
10. Raja Naga - Rising
The release date hasn't been set yet.
The band commented the following about their own album:
"After a longish public hiatus the 3rd full-lenght studio album of Dolorian, entitled 'Voidwards', is thoroughly finished. All in all, 10 tracks (65:56 min.) of personal and characteristic material, which will unfold the ulterior passages of being and ultimately lead the observer from the nebulous depths of Nadir towards the luminous Zenith.
From the very first rehearsals until the very last knob adjustments Voidwards had a route of it's own. During the creative processes, we (A.H. & A.K.) explored the crossings of everything - nothing ...and in the end all the mundane attachments were severed - to reach the world of senses and the state of non-attachment.
Apart from the personal visions there exists also a strong over-lying halo which reflects the inmost aspects of the album. Thus, there occurs no time- and space-bound ideas nor conceptions. Voidwards is an album without beginning, without end, without past, without future.
Are our dreams solely wanderings between the abyss, earth and sky?"
01. Dual - Void - Trident
02. In The Locus of Bone
03. Co-il-lusion
04. Ivory Artery
05. The Flow Of Seething Visions
06. The One Whose Name Has No End
07. The Absolute Halo Is Awakening
08. Epoch of Cyclosure
09. The Fire Which Burns Not
10. Raja Naga - Rising
The release date hasn't been set yet.
The band commented the following about their own album:
"After a longish public hiatus the 3rd full-lenght studio album of Dolorian, entitled 'Voidwards', is thoroughly finished. All in all, 10 tracks (65:56 min.) of personal and characteristic material, which will unfold the ulterior passages of being and ultimately lead the observer from the nebulous depths of Nadir towards the luminous Zenith.
From the very first rehearsals until the very last knob adjustments Voidwards had a route of it's own. During the creative processes, we (A.H. & A.K.) explored the crossings of everything - nothing ...and in the end all the mundane attachments were severed - to reach the world of senses and the state of non-attachment.
Apart from the personal visions there exists also a strong over-lying halo which reflects the inmost aspects of the album. Thus, there occurs no time- and space-bound ideas nor conceptions. Voidwards is an album without beginning, without end, without past, without future.
Are our dreams solely wanderings between the abyss, earth and sky?"
| Source: | dolorian.cjb.net & avantgardemusic.c... |
| Band profile: | Dolorian |
Azaghal - To Record New Album
Azaghal will enter the studio to record their 6th album, their follow up to "Codex Antitheus".
Nargath comments: "The studio is booked, we will start recording in 2 weeks. We are using the same studio as last time, but we are
going for a bit dirtier and rawer sounds/production this time. The working title for the album is "Luciferin Valo"
("The Light of Lucifer") but that might still change.
The album will feature 9-11 tracks, depending on how they turn out and which combination makes the best whole.
Song titles include "Verta ja Tuhkaa" ("Blood and Ashes"), "Teen Paholaisen Työtä" ("I do the Devils work"), "Kuolonkäärme" ("The Death Serpent"), "Tuhoaja" ("Destroyer") and "Ilmestyskirjan Ratsastajat" ("Riders of the Apocalypse") amongst others.
The material is more midtempo based than on the last album and hmm dare I say, catchier, than on Codex."
In other hand, Nargath's project Wyrd inked a deal with Avantgarde Music.
Nargath comments: "The studio is booked, we will start recording in 2 weeks. We are using the same studio as last time, but we are
going for a bit dirtier and rawer sounds/production this time. The working title for the album is "Luciferin Valo"
("The Light of Lucifer") but that might still change.
The album will feature 9-11 tracks, depending on how they turn out and which combination makes the best whole.
Song titles include "Verta ja Tuhkaa" ("Blood and Ashes"), "Teen Paholaisen Työtä" ("I do the Devils work"), "Kuolonkäärme" ("The Death Serpent"), "Tuhoaja" ("Destroyer") and "Ilmestyskirjan Ratsastajat" ("Riders of the Apocalypse") amongst others.
The material is more midtempo based than on the last album and hmm dare I say, catchier, than on Codex."
In other hand, Nargath's project Wyrd inked a deal with Avantgarde Music.
| Source: | avantgardemusic.com |
| Band profile: | Azaghal |
Lacuna Coil - New Single for Download
Lacuna Coil's, 'Our Truth', from the up coming album KARMACODE - is now available for download at http://www.youtube.com/ and http://www.rapidshare.de/ . Just do a search for 'Lacuna Coil'.
| Source: | BraveWords.com |
| Band profile: | Lacuna Coil |
Vanden Plas - Samples From "Christ.0" Online
The German band posted on their the website three sound sample from their upcoming album "Christ.0" to be released on 24 February 2006. Go here
to check the samples.
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to check the samples.
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| Source: | vandenplas.de |
| Band profile: | Vanden Plas |
David Readman - Sign With Frontiers Records
David Readman (Pink Cream 69 singer) have inked a deal with the Italian hard rock label Frontiers. He's currently working on some new songs. He also comments: "In March will be the release of the project that I did with Andre Andersen from Royal Hunt...so looking forward to that.I sang on 5 songs which were recorded in my own studio.Emerald Studios. And a bit more news, I have decided to bring the David Readman Band back to life, which will have a whole new line up and set list. Looking forward to playing a Club near you!"
| Source: | davidreadman.com |
Glen Hughes - Set Release Date For Upcoming Album
Glen Hughes posted the following update at his official website:
"Just wanted to let you all know that yesterday all the tracking for the album was completed. We had the final day of string section yesterday. It is a massive piece of work. 15 songs were recorded. I would like you all to know I spent all of last year writing, arranging and preparing these songs. I spent way more time on this album than any other album of my career. I don't think anybody will argue that this is a turning point for me. A few of my real close friends have been to chad's to listen and they are saying that this album and the vibe is exactly where I should be headed. I can tell you it is a mature album, and more than ever before I can't wait for you all to hear it. We start mixing mid March and the album is scheduled to be released May 29th."
"Just wanted to let you all know that yesterday all the tracking for the album was completed. We had the final day of string section yesterday. It is a massive piece of work. 15 songs were recorded. I would like you all to know I spent all of last year writing, arranging and preparing these songs. I spent way more time on this album than any other album of my career. I don't think anybody will argue that this is a turning point for me. A few of my real close friends have been to chad's to listen and they are saying that this album and the vibe is exactly where I should be headed. I can tell you it is a mature album, and more than ever before I can't wait for you all to hear it. We start mixing mid March and the album is scheduled to be released May 29th."
| Source: | glennhughes.com |
Cult Of Luna - New Album Ready
Slated for an April 24th release date via Earache Records, the initial tracking took place over 7 days in a wooden octagon barn surrounded by "Blair Witch" scenery close to the bands hometown of Umeå in Northern Sweden. According to Magnus Lindberg the remote location coupled with the spotting of "Wicca witch women dancing in the woods" and the actual acoustics of the barn itself all contributed towards creating the perfect ambiance to lay down the basic tracks which were done primarily live, as a unit - a departure from previous Cult of Luna recording protocol.
Further recording and mixing happened in Tonteknik studios where both the bands 2004 album 'Salvation' and it's predecessor 'The Beyond' (2003) were recorded. And the result promises to more raw and unpolished then the bands previous releases.
Somewhere Along The Highway contains 7 tracks, namely:
Marching To The Heartbeats
Finland
Back To Chapel Town
And With Her Came The Birds
Thirtyfour
Dim
Dark City, Dead Man
http://www.earache.com
Further recording and mixing happened in Tonteknik studios where both the bands 2004 album 'Salvation' and it's predecessor 'The Beyond' (2003) were recorded. And the result promises to more raw and unpolished then the bands previous releases.
Somewhere Along The Highway contains 7 tracks, namely:
Marching To The Heartbeats
Finland
Back To Chapel Town
And With Her Came The Birds
Thirtyfour
Dim
Dark City, Dead Man
http://www.earache.com
| Band profile: | Cult Of Luna |
Metal Church - Drummer Leaves, Replacement
Metal Church posted the following message concerning the departure of their drummer:
"Due to health complications from years of struggling with diabetes, Kirk Arrington has stepped down as Metal Church's drummer.
He will be missed and we wish him only the best.
We are pleased to announce that filling Kirk's shoes is the "one and only" Mr. Jeff Plate (Savatage, Chris Cafferey, Trans Siberian Orchestra).
We are very honored to have a musician of Jeff's caliber working with us and we know that he will do a fantastic job in Metal Church.
For more on Jeff, visit his website at http://www.jeffplate.com "
"Due to health complications from years of struggling with diabetes, Kirk Arrington has stepped down as Metal Church's drummer.
He will be missed and we wish him only the best.
We are pleased to announce that filling Kirk's shoes is the "one and only" Mr. Jeff Plate (Savatage, Chris Cafferey, Trans Siberian Orchestra).
We are very honored to have a musician of Jeff's caliber working with us and we know that he will do a fantastic job in Metal Church.
For more on Jeff, visit his website at http://www.jeffplate.com "
| Source: | metalchurch.com Metal Storm wishes the... |
| Band profile: | Metal Church |
Amon Amarth - Working On New Album
Amon Amarth posted the following message on their website:
"During the past four weeks we've been working on new material for our upcoming album.
In an unusual fashion - well, for us anyway - we've been working virtually every day of January to write new material. If everything goes to plan, we will enter the studio in May to record the new album.
The release date is however not set yet."
"During the past four weeks we've been working on new material for our upcoming album.
In an unusual fashion - well, for us anyway - we've been working virtually every day of January to write new material. If everything goes to plan, we will enter the studio in May to record the new album.
The release date is however not set yet."
| Source: | amonamarth.com |
| Band profile: | Amon Amarth |
Ephemeral Sun - Recording New Album
Ephemeral Sun is recording their next full length, after the successful release of the debut Broken Door. The album is being recorded completly in home studios and produced by their keyboardist John Battema (www.battema.net). Meanwhile the band will play on April 28th in a 3-day festival called Rites of Spring. More informations of the festival are available at www.rosfest.com
The band also put for download exclusively for the festival website the track "A Song for Twilight", you can check it at the website or through the direct link here.
Ephemeral Sun is a progressive rock band with elements from heavy metal, electronica, fusion, jazz and features the vocals of Laurie Ann Haus (Autumn Tears, Todesbonden, Rain Fell Within, Ol Sonuf, Garden of Shadows). The band was formed in 2002 by Rain Fell Within former members in an opportunity to explore new musical territories and more adventurous songwritting.
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The band also put for download exclusively for the festival website the track "A Song for Twilight", you can check it at the website or through the direct link here.
Ephemeral Sun is a progressive rock band with elements from heavy metal, electronica, fusion, jazz and features the vocals of Laurie Ann Haus (Autumn Tears, Todesbonden, Rain Fell Within, Ol Sonuf, Garden of Shadows). The band was formed in 2002 by Rain Fell Within former members in an opportunity to explore new musical territories and more adventurous songwritting.
- Pale Moon Records - Emanuel Seagal -
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Negura Bunget - Guitarist Rejoins The Band
Guitarist Sol Faur Spurcatu who left the band in September 2005 decided to rejoin the band. Sol Faur Spurcatu comments: "I return to... myself... After a time of wandering and searching I regained my call, which first was a wish and then ended being a way of life..."
| Source: | negurabunget.com |
| Band profile: | Negură Bunget |
After Forever - Bus Crashed (No Harm Done)
As posted on the official website on February 1st:
This morning After Forever had an accident with the tourbus. Fortunally nobody is injured. After a few extremely succesfull shows After Forever will continue their european tour. We hope to see you during one of the upcoming gigs.
Here are a few pictures of the bus: 1/2
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This morning After Forever had an accident with the tourbus. Fortunally nobody is injured. After a few extremely succesfull shows After Forever will continue their european tour. We hope to see you during one of the upcoming gigs.
Here are a few pictures of the bus: 1/2
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| Source: | afterforever.com |
| Band profile: | After Forever |