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Selfmadegod Records - New Releases

Selfmadegod Records presents the new releases:

the long awaited third album "Zeroland" of Warsaw's powerhouse ANTIGAMA, the sophomore release from Denver's trio CATHETER entitled "Dimension 303" and a debut album "Sedimente" from Germany's WOJCZECH.

All three records are due on November 1st 2005.

To hear some tracks go to the following links.

Listen to ANTIGAMA "Izaak" mp3
http://www.selfmadegod.com/mp3/mp3_smg021.mp3

Listen to CATHETER "Illusions Of Hunger" mp3
http://www.selfmadegod.com/mp3/mp3_smg019.mp3

Listen to WOJCZECH "Macht Der Beseelten" mp3
http://www.selfmadegod.com/mp3/mp3_smg020.mp3

Here (in Metal Storm of course) you will find Reviews for those releases sometime soon?

To buy cool stuff go to: http://www.shop.selfmadegod.com/

Source: selfmadegod.com
Posted: 01.10.2005 by Herzebeth | Comments (0)


Green Christmas Festival

As of today people visiting Metal Storm will be seeing the banner of Green Christmas festival -- the biggest winter rock festival in the Baltics. Metal Storm has become one of the media partners for Green Christmas and thus we will try to keep you up to date as the event nears.

Green Christmas celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Event takes place in Rakvere, Estonia on 16-17 December. The headliners of the festival this year are Anathema and Die Krupps.

Tomorrow, October 1st the first tickets will go on sale.

The Estonian ticket services are Piletilevi and Statoil stations.
Prices:
* Oct 1 - Oct 31: 345 EEK
* Nov 1 - Nov 30: 395 EEK
* Dec 1 - Dec 15: 425 EEK
* At the door 475 EEK (one day ticket 300 EEK)

The Finnish ticket service: http://www.tiketti.fi
Prices:
* Oct 1 - Oct 31: 23 EUR
* Nov 1 -Nov 30: 26 EUR
* Dec 1 - Dec 15: 28 EUR
* At the door 31 EUR (one day ticket is 20 EUR)

In Latvia tickets can be bought from Bilesu Serviss http://www.ticketservice.lv and Statoil stations.
Prices:
* Oct 1 - Oct 21: 16 LVL
* Nov 1 - Nov 30: 18 LVL
* Dec 1 - Dec 15: 19 LVL
* At the door 21 LVL (one day ticket 14 LVL)

So, BE THERE!

Useful links:
Metal Storm festival page here.
Green Christmas on the net http://www.greenchristmas.ee
Piletilevi: http://www.piletilevi.ee
Finnish ticketservice: http://www.tiketti.fi
Bilesu Services: http://www.ticketservice.lv

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Posted: 30.09.2005 by Ivor | Comments (0)


Mägo De Oz - The Recording Goes On!

The recording goes on!

Good news for all the Mago De Oz fans! The recording of their new album has been resumed. As the stop has only lasted a few days, it seems that the date of release and promotion of Gaia II: La Voz Dormida remain as they were fixed.

This announcement comes with more news due to the fact that we have known new details. First of all, the song Diabulus In Musica will not be the first but the second single. We'll remind you of the fact that this song belongs to the Gothic Metal wave, it has anti-clerical lyrics and it features Patricia, vocalist of the band Nexx. Instead, the first single from Gaia II: La Voz Dormida to be played in radio tunes will be La Posada de los Muertos. As far as we know by now, it is a composition next to the Molinos de Viento style.

More news: We are aware of new songtitles. These are Aquealarre, En Nombre de Dios, Desde mi Cielo, El Callejón del Infierno and Íncubos y Súcubos. As you can see, all these songs will have a dark atmosphere and they are all related with the Church. The band said some time ago that their purpose was to denounce all the atrocities committed by this institution.

In addition, the classic intro which opens Mago De Oz releases will be very close to the Gaia one. It will be featured by a symphonic orchestra... and no less than 21 guitars! It shall be entitled Volaverunt Opus 666, and it was composed by Txus in the middle of a moment of inspiration. Indeed, it was registered by him in his mobile phone while he was inside a taxi.

Although the whole band was concerned about composition in Gaia, this time about 85% of the work has been done by the drummer. Thus, the FinisTerra spirit is back.

Continuing with Txus' actuality, we should touch two aspects which are not related with Gaia II: La Voz Dormida. First of all, the shop "La Boutique del Diablo" will open next October in Calle Luna, in association with Underword. There, the new textile enterprise owned by Txus, "Satania", will send its clothes. They will be Gothic and sleazy clothes. Second, José Semprún, film director ("Peor Imposible", ...) has asked Txus for the soundtrack of his next film. This one will be formed by unrelesaed compositions by Txus and several Mago De Oz cuts.

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Source: mariskalrock.com
Band profile: Mägo De Oz
Posted: 30.09.2005 by Jeff | Comments (0)


Deadsoul Tribe - New Album On 11th November

Today, while idly browsing the net, I found myself at the Deadsoul Tribe forum in a topic talking about a new album. Yes, on 11th November 2005 Devon Graves is releasing another Deadsoul Tribe album on InsideOut -- "The Dead Word".

Tracklist:
01. Prelude: Time and Pressure 1:40
02. A Flight On An Angels Wing 4:31
03. To My Beloved… 5:56
04. Don't You Ever Hurt? 4:56
05. Some Sane Advice 3:57
06. Let The Hammer Fall 4:03
07. Waiting In Line 6:34
08. Someday 1:34
09. My Dying Wish 4:01
10. A Fistful Of Bended Nails 5:25
11. The Long Ride Home 4:20

Source: deadsoultribe.com insideout.de
Band profile: Deadsoul Tribe
Posted: 29.09.2005 by Ivor | Comments (0)


Arch Enemy - New Guitarist

Arch Enemy have now settled on Fredrik Akesson as a replacement for Chris Amott (guitar) for the continued "Doomsday Machine" touring campaign...

Michael Amott comments:
"This guy, he just simply kills on the axe!
Rhythms and Leads - he's really got a shredding and musical style. He was down here rehearsing with us last week and we had a great time playing music and hanging out. We are eagerly looking forward to hitting the road again, this time with Fredrik on board the good ship Arch Enemy."

Fredrik Akesson, born and raised in Stockholm, Sweden first picked up the guitar at the age of 12, discovered Michael Schenker at the age of 14 and has been hooked on the "shred" ever since! Other early influences include Uli Jon Roth, Yngwie Malmsteen and George Lynch.

Over the years Fredrik has lent his awesome guitar talent to such varied artists such as Talisman, John Norum, Krux, Tiamat and his own (now defunct) group, Southpaw.

Fredrik Akesson comments on joining forces with Arch Enemy:

"Hi all ARCH ENEMY fans!
I was really thrilled when Michael Amott called me up and gave me the opportunity to play with Arch Enemy. I am excited about going on tour with them, and to meet you all.
C-Ya out there - it's time to burn! /Fredrik"

Source: archenemy.net
Band profile: Arch Enemy
Posted: 29.09.2005 by Promonex | Comments (0)


Candlemass - To Release New DVD

It's ready at last, the second Candlemass DVD!!

Filmed at Stockholm Klubben nov 2003, it contains the entire Candlemass show from the legendary evening with Force of Evil and Trouble, sharing the same stage with the kings of doom. The sound and editing is awesome and Candlemass bombs out classics as "Well of souls" and "Gallows end", in front of an enthusiastic crowd, together with more rare gems as "A cry from the crypt" and "Black Stone Weilder". Setlist: "Demons Gate", "Dark Reflections", "Well of Souls", "Into the Unfathomed Tower", "Ancient Dreams", "The Bells of Acheron", "Witches", "Mirror Mirror", "A Cry From the Crypt", "Mourners Lament", "Black Stone Weilder", "Solitude", "Gallows End".

Bonus material: A one hour interview with the band, and nearly an hour worth of rare live cuts 1987 - 1993.

The "Curse of Candlemass " DVD will be out on Escapi Music Entertainment sept 26.

Source: candlemass.se
Band profile: Candlemass
Posted: 29.09.2005 by Nefarious | Comments (0)


Dream Evil - Niklas And Peter Rejoin The Band

After leaving Dream Evil in August, vocalist Niklas Isfeldt and bassist Peter Stålfors are back in the band again. Currently no further information is given though.

Source: dreamevil.se
Band profile: Dream Evil
Posted: 29.09.2005 by Promonex | Comments (0)


Amaran - Massive Line-Up Changes

Good news first: The vacant spot on bass guitar was filled by no one less than Niklas Sandin from Siebenburgen. Gunnar Hammar replaces the band's former guitarist Kari Kainulainen who left last year.

Now the bad news: Johanna DePierre, the band's voice, decided to leave the band.
The band members posted the following statements on the official website:

Hi everybody. Unfortunately I have some bad news for you, I have decided to leave the band. The reason for this is that I have lost the commitment and ambition that it takes to drive a band forwards and me staying would only result in keeping the other guys back. I will definitely not give up singing, so you can still count on seeing me around in other contexts. I've had a great time with Amaran, many wonderful memories, in particular all you people out there who have supported us, sent us e-mails, been there at our gigs. I'd like to say a big thank you to you guys .. and also to the other members of Amaran, I'm sure they'll make something good out of this situation as well.
Love
Johanna DePierre

We understand and respect Johannas decision and wish her good luck in the future.
This will of course effect Amarans future and at the moment we cannot tell what the outcome will be. One thing is certain though; Robin, Ronnie, Gunnar and Niklas will continue to play together and work on our new material. We cannot say how the vocals will be like or if we can continue under the name Amaran. Future will tell and we will keep you updated.
Robin and Ronnie

Source: amaran.net
Band profile: Amaran
Posted: 28.09.2005 by Promonex | Comments (0)


Vari "Vihavald" - Estonian BM Demo Downloadable

The demo "Vihavald" of the young Estonian melodic/symphonic/industrial black metal band Vari can now be downloaded for free at this link. The demo was released a little less than a year ago and sold out quite fast. Now the band has decided to make it available on the web and thus increase their fanbase.

read three reviews for the album here.

the band's homepage: http://www.metal.ee/vari

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Posted: 28.09.2005 by Götter | Comments (0)


Grenouer - Fire Destroyed The Studio Of The Band

On the 23rd September 2005, as a result of a fire at the Grenouer make shift rehearsal studio, the band lost all their instruments and equipment. As the band was simply subletting this space in the Vereteno factory in St. Petersburg they cannot expect any financial compensation from the factory owners, let alone an apology. The fire started as a consequence of an unqualified welder (twat!!!) who was carrying some work in the nearby area. At the moment the factory management is doing everything possible to cover these facts up and create a new version of events in order to avoid hefty penalties. You can see all the pictures taken at the scene after the fire on the official Grenouer forum at:

http://forums.disenteria.ru/index.php's=&act=ST&f=34&t=6970&st=50
http://forums.disenteria.ru/index.php's=&act=ST&f=34&t=6970&st=75
http://forums.disenteria.ru/index.php's=&act=ST&f=34&t=6970&st=100&#entry490030

All of the bands equipment either perished in the fire or became totally unusable due water damage from the firemen's attempts to put the fire out. This unfortunate event took place right at the peak of Grenouer's preparation for the recording of their fifth full length album when the dates for the recording sessions had already been booked at the ASTIA studio in Finland.

IND (Vocals): "This situation is quite dramatic because the fire has been a set back to many of our plans, however we're not going to give up! On the contrary, we must get through this and at the very least partially realise our plans. Of course we're gonna start by getting new instruments, amps and all other necessary devices and if someone feels like giving us a helping hand they can always get in touch with us by email, however, our enemies will now have reason to celebrate. As a result of this incident, I believe that the subject of fire and destruction will now find a place in our writing.
Anyway, it's too early to write Grenouer off yet!!!"

You're all welcome to support the band. Even a little message help a lot in such situation...

Source: Grenouer
Posted: 28.09.2005 by Jeff | Comments (0)


Dockyard 1 - October Newsletter

Dockyard 1 - October Newsletter (News & Tour Dates)

News:
SAVAGE CIRCUS dream of coming to your manor
It's not about your manor but about the next good club and stage: Currently SAVAGE CIRCUS are negotiating with different agencies about touring possibilities. Piet, Thomen, Jens and Emil are eager to show you the impact of "Dreamland Manor" live. Stay tuned and check www.dockyard1.com for coming tourdates!

We hope that now everybody got their copy after all the print hazzles are sorted out. Thomen and Piet are still impressed by the overwhelming reactions and say "thank you" to everybody who stayed on the path and bought the cd during the last three weeks.

We welcome LAKE OF TEARS!
Welcome home Lake Of Tears. The whole team at Dockyard 1 is proud to welcome Lake Of Tears to the label. The Swedish Gothic Rock heroes will deliver their 7th full length album in Spring 2006. See them live at the "34.000 ton of Metal cruise" in Sweden on Sep 30 or check out their homepage for free MP3s, videos and more.

AFTER ALL to support Candlemass and Destruction
Our Belgian band AFTER ALL is already anxiously looking forward - AFTER ALL are going on the HELLHOUNDZ OF DOOM AND THRASH tour with Candlemass and Destruction in November and they are ready to heat up the audiences from Switzerland to Finland, guided and friendly supported by Dragon Productions. Check their page for tourdate changes!

IN QUEST take the harvest together with Nile
Advanced technical Death Metal from Belgium meets - advanced technical death metal from one of the bands who paved their way, Nile. Our mathematics masterminds join the devoted egyptologists on their second leg of the tour starting from 21st of september that will guide them from southern Europe to Sweden.

PERSUADER add bonus to "The Hunter"
To some of you this band might only be known as the winner of the 2003 Young Metal Gods Award or two of the boys in SAVAGE CIRCUS. But five years ago they recorded their stunning debut "The Hunter" which made those who listened wanna sign the band immediately. Of all possible partners a very small label ended up being the lucky one, released the debut in France with a few copies - and dissolved in bancrupcy. Now you can finally see the light of this rough diamond. To make it even more valuable without polishing away the energy, we added the songs "Escape" and "Cursed" from the even earlier "Visions and dreams" demo as a bonus.

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Source: Dockyard 1
Posted: 28.09.2005 by Jeff | Comments (0)


AFM Records - The Last Newsletter

AFM Records - Newsletter October 2005 (News and Tour dates)

D.O. and SHAKRA celebrate the release of their new album!
Last weekend U.D.O.-legend Udo Dirkschneider and SHAKRA - frontman Mark Fox have been on the road through Germany to introduce their new albums "Mission No. X" and "Fall" all relevant radio stations and to celebrate them on several release parties in the evening. Around 3.000 people have been at these parties in Regensburg (QU), Nürnberg (Rockfabrik) and Bochum (Matrix). Next to the presentation of several new songs from the album the visitors also got to see the two brand new video clips of U.D.O. ("Mean Streets") and SHAKRA ("Chains Of Temptation"). A lot of sleep didn 't remain for Udo and Mark - therefore the interest of radio journalists and fans has been way too big.
So the release of the two albums may come now!

Destruction have their videoclip ready!

"The Alliance Of Hellhoundz", the current video of German Thrashers DESTRUCTION is ready now - and it came out hellish good. In the middle of the hellfire the band is giving everything. Around them you can see all of the song 's guest singers (e.g. DORO, Biff of SAXON, Shagrat of DIMMU BORGIR, Messiah of CANDLEMASS) burning on TV screens. All the special effects in the clip have been arranged by Schmier 's brother Marco. An excellent, outstanding clip!

AXXIS are speeding up - (not only) in the studio!

Step by step the new AXXIS-album "Paradise In Flames" (out on 20th January) is getting ready. Almost all of the songs are done so far and waiting for being mixed and mastered. Next to several AXXIS-typical hymns there will also be some songs, which Bernhard does together with the beautiful female singer Lakonia. They cause a greater variety on the new record, without changing the typical style of the band.
Anyway you need to take good care with "Paradise In Flames". The album will rock and promises to be an extremely heavy output.
The band itself is quite enthusiastic about it. So enthusiastic, that drummer Andre Hilgers couldn 't wait to get to the studio. Police got him while driving too fast, so he now has to pay an expensive ticket plus he will lose his driving licence for four weeks. If you get caught driving too fast on German motorways, unfortunately not even "Paradise In Flames" can help you anymore?

Destruction and Perzonal War soon on the road!
Only few weeks are left until the "Hellhoundz Of Doom And Thrash"-tour with Destruction and Perzonal War will take place. Here we go with the latest update:

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Source: AFM Records
Posted: 28.09.2005 by Jeff | Comments (0)


Falkenbach - CD Release date set

As posted in their record company's news section:

FALKENBACH returns to NAPALM RECS with another milestone in Viking Metal! Heralding the Fireblade is in its post production stages and will be released on 25 Nov. as a limited digipack edition including bonus track, and as a regular jewel case version.

Source: napalmrecords.com
Band profile: Falkenbach
Posted: 28.09.2005 by Jason W. | Comments (0)


Disgorge - Getting Ready for New album

Disgorge is getting ready to start recording their 4th album that will be entitled "Gore Blessed To The Worms" and will contain 8 songs. This will be the very first recording of the band without Antimo, but we must say to all our fans that there's nothing to worry about!! The new stuff will be our sickest and most brutal ever!!

The artwork cover is going to be done by Phlegeton who already did covers for bands like AVULSED, WORMED, VIDRES A LA SANG, REVENANT, FUNEBRE, etc and it's expected to be the one of the most brutal covers on earth!!

Source: disgorge-mex.com
Band profile: Disgorge (MEX)
Posted: 28.09.2005 by Herzebeth | Comments (0)


Draconian - New Material Soon

Posted 14.09.2005 - New bonus-album in progress...

Draconian is about to record a bonus album this fall. Note that it's NOT the follow up to "Arcane Rain Fell". The album will feature three new songs, two or three demo songs in new versions and three covers. As for the new songs; we can promise heavy and truly tearful songs in dark gothic splendor. Prepare to weep!

The working title is "The Burning Halo" and the album will be released through Napalm Records at the end of the year.

Source: draconian.se
Band profile: Draconian
Posted: 28.09.2005 by Jason W. | Comments (0)