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Opeth recently released their first live album "The Roundhouse Tapes". A video for the track "Bleak" coming of that album is now available to watch at http://www.peaceville.com/opeth.
More info here.
More info here.
| Source: | hosted.verticalresponse.com |
| Band profile: | Opeth |
Legendary Fantasy Metal band Blind Guardian have contributed the main song to the new action/fantasy movie "In The Name Of The King - Dungeon Siege". On this occasion, Blind Guardian will hold a signing session at a special premiere screening of the movie on the 29th of November.
This special event begins at 19.00 CET in the "UCI Kinowelt Ruhr Park" with the signing session; the movie begins at 20.00.
Additionally, the band have announced their participation in the soundtrack of a computer game, due for release in 2008. Vocalist Hansi Kürsch has posted the following on the band's site:
"We are happy to inform you about our musical participation in the upcoming blockbuster computer game "Sacred 2 - Fallen Angel". The PC and X-Box 360 game designed and invented by Ascaron will be in stores somewhere at the beginning of 2008. "Sacred 1" is the best selling German fantasy/adventure computer game to date.
Though we are still doing shows we have started writing songs for this particular occasion and will produce one song especially featured in the game as a videoclip. In case we will be able to come up with more songs during the next weeks we are going to release a "Sacred - Fallen Angel" EP in the Spring. This is a great opportunity for us and we are really enthusiastic about the game and our actual creative activities for it. Soon we are going to set up an infopage to keep you informed. There's more to come..."
All info on http://www.blind-guardian.com.
This special event begins at 19.00 CET in the "UCI Kinowelt Ruhr Park" with the signing session; the movie begins at 20.00.
Additionally, the band have announced their participation in the soundtrack of a computer game, due for release in 2008. Vocalist Hansi Kürsch has posted the following on the band's site:
"We are happy to inform you about our musical participation in the upcoming blockbuster computer game "Sacred 2 - Fallen Angel". The PC and X-Box 360 game designed and invented by Ascaron will be in stores somewhere at the beginning of 2008. "Sacred 1" is the best selling German fantasy/adventure computer game to date.
Though we are still doing shows we have started writing songs for this particular occasion and will produce one song especially featured in the game as a videoclip. In case we will be able to come up with more songs during the next weeks we are going to release a "Sacred - Fallen Angel" EP in the Spring. This is a great opportunity for us and we are really enthusiastic about the game and our actual creative activities for it. Soon we are going to set up an infopage to keep you informed. There's more to come..."
All info on http://www.blind-guardian.com.
| Source: | blind-guardian.com |
| Band profile: | Blind Guardian |
Polish death metallers Vader have issued the following update on their website:
"In 2008 Vader will celebrate XXV anniversary. Previously announced tournee of the band starts on April and will last till the end of May. "XXV-Anniversary Tour" will cover all the nooks of Europe and Vader will prepare a very special set for this tour. The band will be teaming up with already announced Septic Flesh from Greece (back from the dead, they are working on a new studio album, out on Season Of Mist in 2008) and Swedish Devian. The band founded by ex-members of Marduk will promote its latest release "Ninewinged Serpent" released in October through Century Media. More details concerning the tour will follow soon."
A flyer of this tour is available here.
"In 2008 Vader will celebrate XXV anniversary. Previously announced tournee of the band starts on April and will last till the end of May. "XXV-Anniversary Tour" will cover all the nooks of Europe and Vader will prepare a very special set for this tour. The band will be teaming up with already announced Septic Flesh from Greece (back from the dead, they are working on a new studio album, out on Season Of Mist in 2008) and Swedish Devian. The band founded by ex-members of Marduk will promote its latest release "Ninewinged Serpent" released in October through Century Media. More details concerning the tour will follow soon."
A flyer of this tour is available here.
| Source: | vader.pl |
| Band profile: | Vader |
Candlelight Records have issued the following short update:
"The band is currently recording the second Thematic Emanations Of Archetypal Multiplicity EP entitled "Lighteater".
After this recording Blut Aus Nord will start to work on the second part of Memoria Vetusta "Dialogue With the Stars".
For more info check out the new website here: http://www.blutausnord.com"
"The band is currently recording the second Thematic Emanations Of Archetypal Multiplicity EP entitled "Lighteater".
After this recording Blut Aus Nord will start to work on the second part of Memoria Vetusta "Dialogue With the Stars".
For more info check out the new website here: http://www.blutausnord.com"
| Source: | candlelightrecords.co.uk |
| Band profile: | Blut Aus Nord |
Italy's Stormlord have posted the following update:
"It's been a while since we've made any sort of updates about Stormlord, isn't it? But this doesn't mean that we spent our time just hanging around without nothing to do. In all these months we've been working hard and, at last, we're ready to give you the first news about our future.
The songwriting for our fourth album is almost done, right now we're taking care of the last details and then all the songs will be complete. What we hold in our hands it's the most epic sounding stuff since our debut "Supreme Art Of War", even if the references to our most recent albums will not be missed. We guess you can label it Extreme Epic Metal at its best.
In a few months we'll begin recording the successor of "The Gorgon Cult", we just can't wait for you to hear it!
But the best it's yet to come: in the next days we'll sign a new deal that will grant an huge availability all around the world to the new Cd.
It's been a long time filled with hard and silent work, but now we're ready to strike again! We've got a shitload of amazing surprises waiting for you all, so stay tuned. The Stormlord is ready for another battle!"
"It's been a while since we've made any sort of updates about Stormlord, isn't it? But this doesn't mean that we spent our time just hanging around without nothing to do. In all these months we've been working hard and, at last, we're ready to give you the first news about our future.
The songwriting for our fourth album is almost done, right now we're taking care of the last details and then all the songs will be complete. What we hold in our hands it's the most epic sounding stuff since our debut "Supreme Art Of War", even if the references to our most recent albums will not be missed. We guess you can label it Extreme Epic Metal at its best.
In a few months we'll begin recording the successor of "The Gorgon Cult", we just can't wait for you to hear it!
But the best it's yet to come: in the next days we'll sign a new deal that will grant an huge availability all around the world to the new Cd.
It's been a long time filled with hard and silent work, but now we're ready to strike again! We've got a shitload of amazing surprises waiting for you all, so stay tuned. The Stormlord is ready for another battle!"
| Source: | stormlord.net |
| Band profile: | Stormlord |
Italian Power Metallers Vision Divine have issued the following update:
"Due to a big problem related with his tendinitis, Federico Puleri isunable to follow the band on the South American Tour. The problem
was known since the Asian shows, but the band decided to try anything possible to solve it. Unfortunately the problem didn't get solved and became even bigger, so the doctor ordered him a full month of rest, and it has been decided not to risk his health. No substitute will be taken, and Olaf will play the South American shows alone. After this tour Federico will be back, fully recovered, healthy and ready
to be on stage again for the next shows... our best wishes to Federico!"
"Due to a big problem related with his tendinitis, Federico Puleri isunable to follow the band on the South American Tour. The problem
was known since the Asian shows, but the band decided to try anything possible to solve it. Unfortunately the problem didn't get solved and became even bigger, so the doctor ordered him a full month of rest, and it has been decided not to risk his health. No substitute will be taken, and Olaf will play the South American shows alone. After this tour Federico will be back, fully recovered, healthy and ready
to be on stage again for the next shows... our best wishes to Federico!"
| Source: | visiondivine.com |
| Band profile: | Vision Divine |
| Event: | Vision Divine: South American Tour |
The following update was posted on Season Of Mist's website:
"Followers of the dreamlord rejoice. The time is approaching for "Communion". The Greek demons Septicflesh (now in one word) are back with a new album on Season of Mist, containing 9 gates to unearthly dreams and nightmares. The "rituals" of "Communion" took place in the famous Studio Fredman in Sweden. The massive heavy guitar sound of the album is supported by a haunting triumphant orchestration that surpasses every past attempt of the band on that field. The classical arrangements are composed and directed by Chris Antoniou (guitarist) and performed by the 80 part full orchestra and 32 part choir of philharmonic orchestra of Prague. As a result the music besides being brutal is also very "visual", like the soundtrack of an occult movie projected straight to your mind. Concerning the vocals, Seth is growling as a hellish beast in contrast with the melodic, yet intense and emotive vocals of Sotiris V. This album is definitely the more dark, brutal and at the same time avant-garde release of the band to date, crossing the borders of Death and Black metal. Yes, this album is not recommended to people resonating with holy ideals and bright emotions.
On March 17th, 2008 and March 25th, 2008 in the US the gates will open for the public and you will have the chance to join "Communion" and experience the emotions that come from songs like "Lovecraft's Death", "Anubis", "Babel's Gate", "Persepolis".
Until then, keep the dark flame burning and enjoy the pleasures of the flesh..."
"Followers of the dreamlord rejoice. The time is approaching for "Communion". The Greek demons Septicflesh (now in one word) are back with a new album on Season of Mist, containing 9 gates to unearthly dreams and nightmares. The "rituals" of "Communion" took place in the famous Studio Fredman in Sweden. The massive heavy guitar sound of the album is supported by a haunting triumphant orchestration that surpasses every past attempt of the band on that field. The classical arrangements are composed and directed by Chris Antoniou (guitarist) and performed by the 80 part full orchestra and 32 part choir of philharmonic orchestra of Prague. As a result the music besides being brutal is also very "visual", like the soundtrack of an occult movie projected straight to your mind. Concerning the vocals, Seth is growling as a hellish beast in contrast with the melodic, yet intense and emotive vocals of Sotiris V. This album is definitely the more dark, brutal and at the same time avant-garde release of the band to date, crossing the borders of Death and Black metal. Yes, this album is not recommended to people resonating with holy ideals and bright emotions.
On March 17th, 2008 and March 25th, 2008 in the US the gates will open for the public and you will have the chance to join "Communion" and experience the emotions that come from songs like "Lovecraft's Death", "Anubis", "Babel's Gate", "Persepolis".
Until then, keep the dark flame burning and enjoy the pleasures of the flesh..."
| Source: | season-of-mist.com |
| Band profile: | Septicflesh |
A new song, entitled 'Caravan Of The Dead', from the Darkmoon's upcoming album "Apocalyptic Syndrome" is now online at the official band MySpace page at this location.
"Apocalyptic Syndrome" was recorded at Little Creek studios in Gelterkinden (Baselland), Switzerland and will contain "10 songs between the borders of death/thrash and black metal" according to the band. The album is due on November 16 via CCP Records.
Audio samples of all "Apocalyptic Syndrome" tracks are available at this location.
"Apocalyptic Syndrome" was recorded at Little Creek studios in Gelterkinden (Baselland), Switzerland and will contain "10 songs between the borders of death/thrash and black metal" according to the band. The album is due on November 16 via CCP Records.
Audio samples of all "Apocalyptic Syndrome" tracks are available at this location.
| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Darkmoon |
Swallow The Sun have posted their video for the song "Doomed To Walk The Earth" on YouTube at this location.
The track comes off the band's third album, entitled "Hope", which was released on February 7th, 2007 via Spinefarm Records. The album was recorded at Seawolf Studios in Helsinki and was mastered at Finnvox studios with Minerva Pappi.
The track comes off the band's third album, entitled "Hope", which was released on February 7th, 2007 via Spinefarm Records. The album was recorded at Seawolf Studios in Helsinki and was mastered at Finnvox studios with Minerva Pappi.
| Source: | swallowthesun.net |
| Band profile: | Swallow The Sun |
The video for the song 'Lost In Space' from Edguy frontman Tobias Sammet's Avantasia project was posted online at this location.
Also an eight-minute EPK (Electronic Press Kit) for the forthcoming six-track albums from Avantasia "Lost In Space Part 1" and "Lost In Space Part 2" is available at this location.
Also an eight-minute EPK (Electronic Press Kit) for the forthcoming six-track albums from Avantasia "Lost In Space Part 1" and "Lost In Space Part 2" is available at this location.
| Source: | tobiassammet.com |
| Band profile: | Avantasia |
Swedish Melodic Death Metal band Unanimated have reunited, ot only for a few gigs, they're recording new songs as stated on their offical MySpace:
"Since the last couple of years, the founding members Richard and Jojje, have been in the works of reuniting the band again. But due to the members involvements in other bands such as Dismember, Entombed, Dark Funeral, Murder Squad, Merciless, Face Down, Krux and Nifelheim, ups and downs in personal life, Richard relocated to Texas and prison sentences...(you name it!), finding the right time has been difficult.
Currently the band are working on new material and planing possible live performances in 2008. Four brand new songs are in the works. Titels like "Nemissis/Retaliation", "Vacuum-Draining Cosmos" and "In The Light Of Darkness" are some of the new songs that are made. Musically the band will continue where they left off. Metal Fucking Metal! Be prepared...The Firestorm is coming! AVE LUCIFER!"
The line up is as follows:
Richard Daemon - Bass
Jojje Bohlin - Guitars
Peter Stjärnvind - Drums
Micke Jansson - Vocals
"Since the last couple of years, the founding members Richard and Jojje, have been in the works of reuniting the band again. But due to the members involvements in other bands such as Dismember, Entombed, Dark Funeral, Murder Squad, Merciless, Face Down, Krux and Nifelheim, ups and downs in personal life, Richard relocated to Texas and prison sentences...(you name it!), finding the right time has been difficult.
Currently the band are working on new material and planing possible live performances in 2008. Four brand new songs are in the works. Titels like "Nemissis/Retaliation", "Vacuum-Draining Cosmos" and "In The Light Of Darkness" are some of the new songs that are made. Musically the band will continue where they left off. Metal Fucking Metal! Be prepared...The Firestorm is coming! AVE LUCIFER!"
The line up is as follows:
Richard Daemon - Bass
Jojje Bohlin - Guitars
Peter Stjärnvind - Drums
Micke Jansson - Vocals
| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Unanimated |
The following update concerning the new album has been posted on the band's website:
"Okay... here is the latest news from Tvangeste camp.
We cannot really say they are good but anyway - no news is the worst thing for it means death. At the same time bad news signify that we are still alive....sorry for such a long introduction folks.
As it was scheduled on May 2007 we were sitting in Europe recording metal parts of the new material. All guitars and basses were recorded so Tvangeste was heading to Sweden to record solo guitars, voices, to make mixdown. We applied for Swedish visas (it's visitors visa - we are still Russian citizens so we need visas in order to visit any other countries). Right up to the end of our studio time in Poland we got a negative answer from Swedish Consulate. I do not know why - they didn't provide us with any reasons of rejecting our applications. In fact they are not ought to. So this unexpected problem fucked up a whole recording schedule! We tried to find a solution but in vain.
we are really sorry for the inconvenience. We know that we've been keeping you waiting for so long and it makes the situation even worse. As we have already mentioned: a whole recording schedule was broken and hence album release date is not certain for now. Sure thing - it will happen sooner or later. We have booked studio time again but this time in Canada.
NOTE!!!! If you would like to get your money back - no problem just let us know and You will get your pre-ordering money refunded immediately."
"Okay... here is the latest news from Tvangeste camp.
We cannot really say they are good but anyway - no news is the worst thing for it means death. At the same time bad news signify that we are still alive....sorry for such a long introduction folks.
As it was scheduled on May 2007 we were sitting in Europe recording metal parts of the new material. All guitars and basses were recorded so Tvangeste was heading to Sweden to record solo guitars, voices, to make mixdown. We applied for Swedish visas (it's visitors visa - we are still Russian citizens so we need visas in order to visit any other countries). Right up to the end of our studio time in Poland we got a negative answer from Swedish Consulate. I do not know why - they didn't provide us with any reasons of rejecting our applications. In fact they are not ought to. So this unexpected problem fucked up a whole recording schedule! We tried to find a solution but in vain.
we are really sorry for the inconvenience. We know that we've been keeping you waiting for so long and it makes the situation even worse. As we have already mentioned: a whole recording schedule was broken and hence album release date is not certain for now. Sure thing - it will happen sooner or later. We have booked studio time again but this time in Canada.
NOTE!!!! If you would like to get your money back - no problem just let us know and You will get your pre-ordering money refunded immediately."
| Source: | tvangeste.com |
| Band profile: | Tvangeste |
The following update has been posted on the Trouble website in October:
''Here we are, waiting for the release of SMC [Simple Mind Condition] in the States. Can there possibly be any more delays? Anyway, It is now scheduled to come out in Jan 2008. (let's hope). If not, shit will hit the fan. In the meantime, We have decided to release the Unplugged CD. They will start shipping on December 15, 2007. The first 100 sold will be limited editions signed by the band. Pre-orders are being accepted NOW. Only available on the newtrouble.com website.
In other news, a tour is in the works starting in March through April 2008. Exact tour dates not available at this time. But we do know they will hit the majority of Europe.''
''Here we are, waiting for the release of SMC [Simple Mind Condition] in the States. Can there possibly be any more delays? Anyway, It is now scheduled to come out in Jan 2008. (let's hope). If not, shit will hit the fan. In the meantime, We have decided to release the Unplugged CD. They will start shipping on December 15, 2007. The first 100 sold will be limited editions signed by the band. Pre-orders are being accepted NOW. Only available on the newtrouble.com website.
In other news, a tour is in the works starting in March through April 2008. Exact tour dates not available at this time. But we do know they will hit the majority of Europe.''
| Source: | newtrouble.com |
| Band profile: | Trouble |
Belgian Gothic Metal act have issued the following statement via their newsletter:
"It´s been a while since our last newsletter. Unfortunately, this time the news isn´t so good.
Like some of you probably already heard, Sengir has decided to stop. More information will be available on our website.
Right now, we´ve got one show left, this Friday (9/11/2007) in Evergem (Belgium). We hope to see you there one last time."
To find out more about Sengir, visit the band's MySpace page: http://www.myspace.com/sengir.
"It´s been a while since our last newsletter. Unfortunately, this time the news isn´t so good.
Like some of you probably already heard, Sengir has decided to stop. More information will be available on our website.
Right now, we´ve got one show left, this Friday (9/11/2007) in Evergem (Belgium). We hope to see you there one last time."
To find out more about Sengir, visit the band's MySpace page: http://www.myspace.com/sengir.
| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Sengir |
Prosthetic Records is proud to announce reissues from Bay Area metal legends Testament. Both to feature new liner notes, 1997's "Demonic" was remastered and 1999's "The Gathering" will include the previously only available in Japan, "Hammer Of The Gods." Both will see a worldwide release through the label on Jan. 8, 2008. Previously released through Spitfire Records and currently out of print, both records are a welcome addition to the Prosthetic Records catalog.
Currently gearing up for the release of a new studio record featuring all new music via Nuclear Blast, Testament's line-up for "Demonic" included Gene Hoglan (Death, Strapping Young Lad), while "The Gathering" featured metal legends James Murphy (Death, Obituary), Steve DiGiorgio (Death, Iced Earth, Sadus), and Dave Lombardo (Slayer).
Comments Lamb Of God drummer Chris Adler: "Testament is far and away one of the most influential bands in all of modern metal. While other veteran acts soak up much of the spotlight with sing a-longs, Testament maintains the unsurpassed musicianship, integrity and brutality that continues to create an untouchable legacy."
More praise for Testament: Joel Stroesl (Killswitch Engage): "Testament has been one of my favorite bands for many years...they have always helped define aggression and musicianship. They are one of the few bands that have kicked ass throughout their entire career. "Demonic" and "The Gathering" not only kept with the times in the metal world...but set new standards."
Silenoz (Dimmu Borgir): "The Gathering was a sledgehammer to the face when it came out and still is to this day! Sheer rawness and power combined with catchy, groovy patterns and monstrous thrash riffs proves Testament as one of the most influential metal bands ever to grace planet earth. I sum this album up in one word: authority!"
Dez Fafara (DevilDriver): "The Gathering is equal to "Back In Black" by AC/DC in its song writing and song sequence. For some, its either Metallica or Testament; for me it's Testament. "Demonic" is the deadliest, dirtiest, crushing record, where they truly found their heavier and darker side."
Currently gearing up for the release of a new studio record featuring all new music via Nuclear Blast, Testament's line-up for "Demonic" included Gene Hoglan (Death, Strapping Young Lad), while "The Gathering" featured metal legends James Murphy (Death, Obituary), Steve DiGiorgio (Death, Iced Earth, Sadus), and Dave Lombardo (Slayer).
Comments Lamb Of God drummer Chris Adler: "Testament is far and away one of the most influential bands in all of modern metal. While other veteran acts soak up much of the spotlight with sing a-longs, Testament maintains the unsurpassed musicianship, integrity and brutality that continues to create an untouchable legacy."
More praise for Testament: Joel Stroesl (Killswitch Engage): "Testament has been one of my favorite bands for many years...they have always helped define aggression and musicianship. They are one of the few bands that have kicked ass throughout their entire career. "Demonic" and "The Gathering" not only kept with the times in the metal world...but set new standards."
Silenoz (Dimmu Borgir): "The Gathering was a sledgehammer to the face when it came out and still is to this day! Sheer rawness and power combined with catchy, groovy patterns and monstrous thrash riffs proves Testament as one of the most influential metal bands ever to grace planet earth. I sum this album up in one word: authority!"
Dez Fafara (DevilDriver): "The Gathering is equal to "Back In Black" by AC/DC in its song writing and song sequence. For some, its either Metallica or Testament; for me it's Testament. "Demonic" is the deadliest, dirtiest, crushing record, where they truly found their heavier and darker side."
| Source: | blog.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Testament |