Now for something a bit different! Have you heard of Blackhearts? Well, this documentary by filmmakers Christian Falch and Fredrik Horn Akselsen follows three diehard black metal fans from Colombia, Iran and Greece as they risk their lives, get thrown in jail, and attempt to sell their souls to Satan, all for a chance to bring their bands to the frozen hell-like birthplace of black metal ? Norway. How far will people go to pursue a musical genre and lifestyle they love? You can watch the trailer below. There have already been screenings of the film in Norway, South Africa, Australia, Romania, United States, Portugal and Colombia.

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The official music video for doomsters Kypck's new song "Ya Svoboden (I Am Free)", off their album 3epo (Zero) has made its debut online. The video was directed by Harri Haataja, filmed by Vesa Ranta. Aerial shots by Samuli Viitasaari, production assisted by Tero Osmo. Watch the video below which gives you an opportunity to listen to one of the new songs on the record.

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It's no surprise that Estonians Celestial Crown have been working on a new album. A few months later, the band now shares details about their Rebirth, the new opus to be released on September 21st. You can also hear 3 new songs below, released so far.

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Here are some news directly from the Scottish Highlands. More specifically, Scottish atmospheric black metal act Saor have revealed their new album, Guardians, set to be released on November 11th by Northern Silence Productions. Expect pre-orders and the first track premiere in early October. Until then, see the cover artwork in all its glory and tracklist.

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Crystal Viper are back! The Polish heavy metallers are returning after a 4-year absence, which was caused by the health issues relating to the band's front woman and founder, Marta Gabriel, and which placed the future of Crystal Viper into question (last year Marta underwent surgery of her nasal and facial sinuses). On February 17th, 2017, AFM Records will release Crystal Viper's new concept album entitled Queen Of The Witches.

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The Canadian drummer Norman Killeen just passed away. He was behind the drum kit in Threat Signal between 2007-2010 and also in Dyed In The Wool. You can hear him on the band's 2009 record, Vigilance.

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Swedish black metal band Nachtlieder, led by mastermind Dagny Susanne, is currently working on a new album. The follow-up to The Female Of The Species released in 2015 is about to enter the pre-production stages right now. We will keep you posted on more album details.

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As you are probably aware of, Black Sabbath are currently touring on North American soil as part of their farewell tour. And some are taking advantage of that. Recently, a Virginia man was arrested by Howard County police after selling fake Black Sabbath concert tickets to a buyer in Elkridge. Shannon Michael Seeber, 34, of Manassas, was charged with theft scheme, forgery, possession of false government identification and drug possession.

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Swedish death doomsters Heavydeath have shared samples from songs on their upcoming second full length album, In Circles We Die, which will be out in November 2016. The record was recorded during a few sessions in April and June 2016 by Nicklas Rudolfsson, Johan Bäckman and Daniel Moilanen. It was produced by Nicklas Rudolfsson and Johan Bäckman, mixed by Johan Bäckman and mastered at Sonic Train Studios by Andy La Rocque. More details regarding the album are expected soon.

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Guitarist Troy Seele has announced his departure from Iced Earth due to family responsibilities. Troy Seele's last gig with the band will be Knotfest in Mexico City, October 16th, 2016. For those guitarists who think they've got what it takes to be in the studio and on stage with Iced Earth, send your audition video and contact info to the following link. The band is working on a new album at the moment but Seele will focus on his family.

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According to Finnish metal magazine Inferno, former melodic death metallers Cryhavoc vocalist Kaapro Ikonen has just passed away. Kaapro Ikonen was always the singer of Cryhavoc from their inception in 1992 until they disbanded in 1999. He lost his battle with cancer.

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Icelandic warriors Skálmöld revealed recently their new album details, for the release of Vögguvisir Ygdrasils. Now it's time for music. The band has shared the new song "Niðavellir" online. You can hear it on the YouTube player below. The video features the band members hearing the song and reacting to it.

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Metal Storm reported about Wretch's upcoming new album just weeks ago. Now, the band is facing a tough period because drummer Jerry Clyde Paradis just died. He also played drums in The Gates Of Slumber and Sourvein. R.I.P.

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Desolate Pathway, an epic doom metal band from England, has some news to share, three important updates. They have announced a special live bassist, their new album's release date and the guest musicians on it.

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Bassist Pete Way is facing another health crisis. The 65-year-old former bassist for UFO has suffered a heart attack. In the summer of 2013, Way was diagnosed with prostate cancer during a routine check-up. A year later, he had officially beaten the disease, and he also expressed remorse about having lived a rock and roll lifestyle for so many years. Hopefully, he can recover from this too.

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Band profile:	UFO