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Alchemy X - New Vocalist for Upcoming Album
Alchemy X would like to announce the addition of vocalist Tom Engel for our upcoming third studio album and hopefully well beyond. Tom brings professional experience, great range and even more importantly, humor and humility that have made his transition into the band seamless. We're very excited to add someone of Tom's caliber to the AX family and hope to upload samples of the upcoming album soon!
http://www.alchemy-x.com
http://www.alchemy-x.com
Elvenking - Recording the New Album
ELVENKING have officially started the recordings of the new awaited album.
After the successful release of previous albums Heathenreel (2001) and Wyrd (2004), Elvenking are ready to return with new songs and new line-up. With singer Damangoras back in the band and the new 5-piece act (following the departure of guitarist Jarpen) you can expect once again original and fresh sounds, mixing folk and romantic feelings with aggressive metal attacks and some surprises...
The new album will be recorded in the band own studios and at Sherpa Studios (Italy), in order to allow the members to have all the time necessary to create the best album possible.
The mixing will be then handled at Sonic Pump studios (Finland) by Nino Laurenne (Thunderstone, Wintersun,...). The final mastering will be done by Mika Jussila at Finnvox (Finalnd).
For the cover artwork and booklet layout Hungarian artist Havancsák Gyula (who did for example last Annihilator or Grave Digger albums) is already at work. A Fall release is expected, again under AFM Records flags.
Read the studio <A HREF=http://www.elvenking.net/special_studio_report.htm]diary
After the successful release of previous albums Heathenreel (2001) and Wyrd (2004), Elvenking are ready to return with new songs and new line-up. With singer Damangoras back in the band and the new 5-piece act (following the departure of guitarist Jarpen) you can expect once again original and fresh sounds, mixing folk and romantic feelings with aggressive metal attacks and some surprises...
The new album will be recorded in the band own studios and at Sherpa Studios (Italy), in order to allow the members to have all the time necessary to create the best album possible.
The mixing will be then handled at Sonic Pump studios (Finland) by Nino Laurenne (Thunderstone, Wintersun,...). The final mastering will be done by Mika Jussila at Finnvox (Finalnd).
For the cover artwork and booklet layout Hungarian artist Havancsák Gyula (who did for example last Annihilator or Grave Digger albums) is already at work. A Fall release is expected, again under AFM Records flags.
Read the studio <A HREF=http://www.elvenking.net/special_studio_report.htm]diary
| Source: | elvenking.net |
| Band profile: | Elvenking |
Anthrax - Comments on Show in Lima, Peru
Posted in the official Anthrax website by Ian Scott, about concert in Peru:
Amigos,
Viva Peru!!!! Seriously, the show in Lima was top 5 of all time. Just complete insanity from start to finish. The gauntlet has been thrown and Peru is king shit of fuck mountain as of now.
They don't get many shows in Lima but I am going to do my best to spread the word that it is not a country to skip in SA. Of the so-called "big four" bands from the 80's we were the first to go. These people are starving for metal. It was a privilege to play for you maniacs. Thank you!!!!! I'm getting ready to go rock here in Costa Rica. Judging by the in-store we did today, tonight could be just as crazy as Lima. Pisco sours for all my friends!!!!
Scott
Amigos,
Viva Peru!!!! Seriously, the show in Lima was top 5 of all time. Just complete insanity from start to finish. The gauntlet has been thrown and Peru is king shit of fuck mountain as of now.
They don't get many shows in Lima but I am going to do my best to spread the word that it is not a country to skip in SA. Of the so-called "big four" bands from the 80's we were the first to go. These people are starving for metal. It was a privilege to play for you maniacs. Thank you!!!!! I'm getting ready to go rock here in Costa Rica. Judging by the in-store we did today, tonight could be just as crazy as Lima. Pisco sours for all my friends!!!!
Scott
| Band profile: | Anthrax |
At The Gates - Reunion live shows?
In a recent interview on a swedish webzine, Adrian Erlandsson ex drummer of At The Gates, now with Cradle Of Filth, declared some interesting stuffs for all the At The Gates fans.
When asked about a possible reunion he answered:
- "Earlier on it has been like, 'no way'. I live in England and there was this show when Haunted and Nightrage played together with Arch Enemy . I talked to both Tompa and the twins and we decided that we will do a couple of shows some time when everyone can find the time, you know." -
He also adds that it can not be done while there is a lot to do with Cradle but that it looks as if it is going to happen.
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When asked about a possible reunion he answered:
- "Earlier on it has been like, 'no way'. I live in England and there was this show when Haunted and Nightrage played together with Arch Enemy . I talked to both Tompa and the twins and we decided that we will do a couple of shows some time when everyone can find the time, you know." -
He also adds that it can not be done while there is a lot to do with Cradle but that it looks as if it is going to happen.
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| Source: | tartareandesire.com |
| Band profile: | At The Gates |
Nile - Announce the new bassist
NILE have announced that "due to last-minute rehearsals with 19-year-old bass player Joe Payne, Karl and Dallas have decided that he will in fact be the bass player on the upcoming European dates starting next week," according to a posting on the group's official web site. "NILE and World Management would like to publicly thank Steve Tucker who, on the drop of a hat, had offered to fill in if needed. He is indeed a friend and member of our extended family."
We remind you that bassist Jon Vesano left NILE last month for "personal and business" reasons.
NILE are scheduled to release their new album, "Annihilation of the Wicked", in March/April, to coincide with their support slot on the U.S. KING DIAMOND tour.
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We remind you that bassist Jon Vesano left NILE last month for "personal and business" reasons.
NILE are scheduled to release their new album, "Annihilation of the Wicked", in March/April, to coincide with their support slot on the U.S. KING DIAMOND tour.
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| Source: | www.blabbermouth.net |
| Band profile: | Nile |
Katatonia - Saw You Drown LP Release
"Infinite Vinyl series will be releasing the Saw You Drown on 10" LP. This is the long out of print mini album from 1998 that collectors regard as the most rare and wanted item in Katatonia's discography. The vinyl version will be limited to 1000 copies, all hand numbered and will come in blue colored vinyl. It'll also feature an unreleased band photo, lyrics for all songs, plus personal liner notes from the band. The release date has been set for April".
| Source: | label.theendrecords.com |
| Band profile: | Katatonia |
Novembers Doom - Update
From The End Records website:
"Novembers Doom will be playing Progpower Europe in October. www.progpower.com
Also, some words from the listening party: We would like to thank all of our friends who joined us on Tuesday, March 1st for the CD listening and release party. Old and new friends alike shared this night with us with members of Twelfth Gate, Ion Vein, Eden's Fall, Cry for Dawn, Fleshgrind, Usurper, Ritual, Debris Inc., Soil, and producer Neil Kernon to name a few. We sincerely appreciate
each and every person's support, and Scott from Roadrunner did an amazing job in welcoming us and taking care of anything we needed. They CD was played in it's entirety, and then played again mixed in with"metal night" for the rest of the evening. The Video for "The Pale Haunt Departure" was also debuted, with the crew from Autumns End Entertainment on hand to enjoy the response with us. Once again, thanks to everyone who was in attendance and made this a great evening for us!"
"Novembers Doom will be playing Progpower Europe in October. www.progpower.com
Also, some words from the listening party: We would like to thank all of our friends who joined us on Tuesday, March 1st for the CD listening and release party. Old and new friends alike shared this night with us with members of Twelfth Gate, Ion Vein, Eden's Fall, Cry for Dawn, Fleshgrind, Usurper, Ritual, Debris Inc., Soil, and producer Neil Kernon to name a few. We sincerely appreciate
each and every person's support, and Scott from Roadrunner did an amazing job in welcoming us and taking care of anything we needed. They CD was played in it's entirety, and then played again mixed in with"metal night" for the rest of the evening. The Video for "The Pale Haunt Departure" was also debuted, with the crew from Autumns End Entertainment on hand to enjoy the response with us. Once again, thanks to everyone who was in attendance and made this a great evening for us!"
| Source: | label.theendrecords.com |
| Band profile: | Novembers Doom |
Crisis - Drummer Auditions
From The End Records website:
"In response to the emails we've been getting: yes, we are accepting drummer audition packages.
Send either a audio or video recording of you playing the first 4 songs off "Like Sheep Led To Slaughter" to: CRISIS c/o The End Records. 331 Rio Grande St. 58, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 USA. You will be required to locate to the L.A. area at your own expense".
"In response to the emails we've been getting: yes, we are accepting drummer audition packages.
Send either a audio or video recording of you playing the first 4 songs off "Like Sheep Led To Slaughter" to: CRISIS c/o The End Records. 331 Rio Grande St. 58, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 USA. You will be required to locate to the L.A. area at your own expense".
| Source: | label.theendrecords.com |
Thyrfing - A New Record Deal
Thyrfing has signed a deal with Swedish Regain Records (a.o. Danzig, Marduk, Samael, Overkill) for their next album. The plan right now is to release the album in September. Information about studio and recording will follow shortly at their official website.
| Source: | thyrfing.com |
| Band profile: | Thyrfing |
Lilitu - Looks for New Bassist
Lilitu has parted ways with their bass player. If you are interested in the position please get in touch with the bands at one of these e-mail addresses: jasonpiona@comcast.netor lilitu_wormwood@yahoo.com You must live in or be willing to move to Atlanta, GA. Serious inquiries only please.
http://label.theendrecords.com/
http://label.theendrecords.com/
| Band profile: | Lilitu |
Rage - Sign with Nuclear Blast
German metal veterans RAGE around Peavy Wagner (vocals, bass), Victor Smolski (guitar) and Mike Terrana (drums) have signed a long-term deal with NUCLEAR BLAST. In an official statement, Peavy says: "After our fantastic anniversary tour we were convinced that we want to work with a label that pushes us forward with creative ideas and full power support. With this in our backs we can jump right into the making of our next album. We imagine to do something without stylistic changes but with a wider range of sound. After the good experiences with Victor's latest solo album we want to get the Whiterussian Symphonic Orchestra involved, similar to what we did a couple of years ago on "Lingua Mortis". This time the result will be a lot harder. That's how the new songs sound we recently wrote in first rehearsals. They blend in perfectly with our latest releases."
RAGE on tour
26.03.2005 TR Ankara Rock Station Festival
02.04.2005 RUS Sankt-Petersburg Club Port
03.04.2005 RUS Moskau Club Tochka
09.04.2005 D Frankfurt Musikmesse - Arena 17.00 Uhr
12.04.2005 D Recklinghausen Vestlandhalle @ Ruhrpott Rocks
16.04.2005 MEX Mexico City Salon 21
04.06.2005 I Tradate Tradate Iron Fest
24.06.2005 D Dischingen Rock am Härtsfeldsee
02.07.2005 E Pravia Derrame Rock
09.07.2005 D Osterode - Dorste Rock Harz Open Air
16.07.2005 HR Zadar Metal Melting Festival
22.10.2005 D Gaildorf Sundown Festival
http://www.nuclearblast.de
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RAGE on tour
26.03.2005 TR Ankara Rock Station Festival
02.04.2005 RUS Sankt-Petersburg Club Port
03.04.2005 RUS Moskau Club Tochka
09.04.2005 D Frankfurt Musikmesse - Arena 17.00 Uhr
12.04.2005 D Recklinghausen Vestlandhalle @ Ruhrpott Rocks
16.04.2005 MEX Mexico City Salon 21
04.06.2005 I Tradate Tradate Iron Fest
24.06.2005 D Dischingen Rock am Härtsfeldsee
02.07.2005 E Pravia Derrame Rock
09.07.2005 D Osterode - Dorste Rock Harz Open Air
16.07.2005 HR Zadar Metal Melting Festival
22.10.2005 D Gaildorf Sundown Festival
http://www.nuclearblast.de
Read more ››
| Band profile: | Rage |
Gaia Epicus - Bassist Dies In A Car Accident
Less a musician on the scene
Yngve Hanssen, the bass-player of the Norwegian Power Metal band Gaia Epicus died in a car crash on 02th March 2005... New Gaia Epicus album is out 23th March 2005. You will hear that Yngve was a great musician...
R.I.P.
Yngve Hanssen, the bass-player of the Norwegian Power Metal band Gaia Epicus died in a car crash on 02th March 2005... New Gaia Epicus album is out 23th March 2005. You will hear that Yngve was a great musician...
R.I.P.
| Source: | soundriot.net www.gaia-epicus.com |
| Band profile: | Gaia Epicus |
Debris Inc - Dave Chandler's New Band
Ex-Saint Vitus guitarist is back with a new a band, Debris Inc, together with Ron Holzner (ex-Trouble, ex-Novembers Doom, ex-Place of Skulls). The band is described as "a mixture of doom, punk, humor and balls out rock".
They have signed a deal with Rise Above Records, their Self Titled debut is planned to be released on 04/04/2005.
They have signed a deal with Rise Above Records, their Self Titled debut is planned to be released on 04/04/2005.
| Source: | riseaboverecords.com |
Earth - To Record New Album
The band will be entering the studio between the following dates: March 10-]17, April 8-]12 and April 17-]23. They had also release a live album entitled "Living In The Gleam Of An Unsheathed Sword" at 08/02/2005.
| Source: | thronesanddominions.com |
| Band profile: | Earth |
Shaman - New Name
It's official. With the new album, the new tour and other new stuff, the band begins 2005 with a modification in the name, due to patent matters.
The change isn't very important, just a new "a" vocal has been added: Shaaman.
The pronunciation is still the same, "shaman" in one word only. To make sure the name was good, the band did consult a real shaman (!)...
The album "Reason" includes 10 new tracks (with a cover from the 80s) and will be released in March in Brasil (Pela Disc).
Translated and adapted from the official website:
http://www.shamanonline.com.br/
(under reconstruction)
The change isn't very important, just a new "a" vocal has been added: Shaaman.
The pronunciation is still the same, "shaman" in one word only. To make sure the name was good, the band did consult a real shaman (!)...
The album "Reason" includes 10 new tracks (with a cover from the 80s) and will be released in March in Brasil (Pela Disc).
Translated and adapted from the official website:
http://www.shamanonline.com.br/
(under reconstruction)
| Band profile: | Shaman |