Fever, the forthcoming album from UK metallers Bullet For My Valentine, is available for streaming online in its entirety at the band's MySpace page.

Fever is scheduled for release on April 26 in Europe (on April 27 in the US) via Jive Records.

Fever cover art] tracklist

01. Your Betrayal
02. Fever
03. The Last Fight
04. A Place Where You Belong
05. Pleasure and Pain
06. Alone
07. Breaking Out Breaking Down
08. Bittersweet Memories
09. Dignity
10. Begging For Mercy
11. Pretty On The Outside

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Source:	myspace.com
Band profile:	Bullet For My Valentine

Finnish metallers MyGrain have issued the following update on their official website:

"MyGrain will start the recordings of the third album in the beginning of June. The recordings kick off with drums, in a marine environment at Seawolf Studios, Helsinki and continue in various places during the summer. The album will be produced by Janne Joutsenniemi (Suburban Tribe, Stone) and released by Spinefarm Records. The planned release date will be in the beginning of 2011.

We try to put a studioblog of the recording on our webpage, where you can check out how the process goes on..."

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Source:	mygrain1.com
Band profile:	MyGrain

Swedish metallers Bloodbound have issued the following update on their official website:

"Bloodbound has decided to part ways with lead vocalist Urban Breed. Due to musical and personal differances the band has decided to move on with a new lead vocalist. We wish Urban the best of luck in the future and thank him for his time in the band.

Bloodbound's new lead singer is 27 year old Patrik "Pata" Johansson (Dawn Of Silence) from Finspång, Sweden! Patrik has been a good friend to the band for a while, and with a great voice sounding like a mix between Bruce Dickinson and Tobias Sammet he will fit perfectly into the band.

We want to give him a warm welcome, and we're looking forward to work with him.

Here is a short sample of his earlier work."

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Source:	bloodbound.se
Band profile:	Bloodbound

"Beyond Bludgeoned", the new video from US metallers Brain Drill, is now online and being exclusively premiered through Bloody-Disgusting.com. The band filmed the video back in February out in the San Joaquin Delta/Rio Vista, CA area. The video for was directed by Nikko DeLuna and shot by Justin Potter.

"Beyond Bludgeoned" comes off the band's forthcoming album, Quantum Catastrophe, which will be released on May 11 via Metal Blade Records.

Quantum Catastrophe cover art] tracklist:

01. Obliteration Untold
02. Beyond Bludgeoned
03. Awaiting Imminent Destruction
04. Nemesis Of Neglect
05. Entity Of Extinction
06. Mercy To None
07. Monumental Failure
08. Quantum Catastrophe

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Source:	blogs.myspace.com
Band profile:	Brain Drill

Montreal-based death metallers Neuraxis will enter Wildsound Studio on June 3 with producer Chris Donaldson (Cryptopsy, The Last Felony, The Agonist) to begin recording their sixth album for a fall release through Prosthetic Records.

Commented vocalist Alex Leblanc: "Chris is an excellent producer. He's been a friend of mine for years, played in some bands with him and already worked with him in the studio on some other projects. He's also the most easy going guy around. Working with him is going to be a blast for sure.

We are almost done with the writing process for the new album; maybe one or two more songs to go.

It's going to be a powerful album. Dark, vicious, catchy, technical, melodic; everything you can expect from a Neuraxis album with some unexpected twists.

We have two more shows this weekend, then we will rehearse the new songs for a month, putting the final touches and get ready to shred in the studio.

"It's going to be a blast... We can't wait to play the new songs on the road for you guys."

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Source:	blogs.myspace.com
Band profile:	Neuraxis

Official press release

After 5 years Dawn Of Destiny and Tanja go separate ways from now on. Because of the "so-called" musical differences Tanja decided to leave the band. We regret this step, but consider it as right and consequent. We say thanks to Tanja for 5 years of friendship, musicianship and the engagement to support Dawn Of Destiny in reaching our current status.

Tanja's statement: "Unfortunately somewhen in life comes the time of farewell. Regrettably the musical ideas within the band develop into a direction where I cannot identify myself with Dawn Of Destiny anymore. Therefore I want to announce, that I'm going to leave the band. I wish the guys of Dawn Of Destiny big success on their new way. Dear Dawn Of Destiny-Fans! Dear Fallen Angels! With all my hear I want to say thank you for the big support, the fun and the bright cordiality, that you gave me on each gig! The "Wacken-WG" is still an issue. Peter - You are the Best! Many thanks for the nice time! I am sure that we'll meet each other on stage! All of you shall feel embraced!"

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Source:	myspace.com
Band profile:	Dawn Of Destiny

Cold Day Memory, the forthcoming album from US metallers Sevendust, is available for streaming online in its entirety at this location.

Cold Day Memory is scheduled for release on April 20 via 7Bros. Records.

Cold Day Memory cover art] tracklist:

01. Splinter
02. Forever Dead
03. Unraveling
04. Last Breath
05. Karma
06. Ride Insane
07. Confessions (Without Faith)
08. Nowhere
09. Here And Now
10. The End Is Coming
11. Better Place
12. Strong Arm Broken

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"Affirmations", a new song from US metallers Burning The Memory, is available for streaming at the band's MySpace page.

This new song is the title track off of their Spare Change Records follow-up release entitled Affirmations. Artwork duties were handled by Mike D'Antonio (Killswitch Engage) and will be revealed soon, along with the tracklisting.

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Finnish metallers Ultimatium have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:

"Ultimatium has decided to cancel their recording deal with Mastervox Records, affecting immediately. Because decision about recording and releasing of third album was not made in time by Mastervox Records, Ultimatium sees that deal has been fulfilled and Mastervox records does not wish to use their option for third album. In the end, musical differences and visions about third album between artist and label were just too apart. And to make things clear, we tried to avoid this until the inevitable end and we would have been pleased to record our new album for Mastervox Records, but it takes two for a dialog...

We will continue working with third album and will start recording it on third quarter of 2010. Ultimatium is now seeking for new partners to work with, mainly someone to release the album and handle marketing etc. So labels, managers, promoters, if you'd like to know more, contact info ultimatium com.

New promo pictures and samples/teasers of their "controversial" pre-production demos have been added to their slightly updated web site Ultimatium.com, so enjoy.

Ultimatium also activates on matter of gigs and hopefully you'll be able to see us on stage next summer and second half of 2010."

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Canadian metallers Into Eternity have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:

"A few days ago I checked my mail and was happy to find out Toy's Factory had sent me the Japanese releases of our last 2 releases: The Scattering Of Ashes and The Incurable Tragedy! It's nice to know that we have such great industry people and fans supporting us in Japan. I will never forget the great times we had in 2008 and 2009. Japan rules!

In other news, we have started rehearsals again and things are coming along. We have also started on "song 1". I have lots of music demoed at home now, so we are looking through it and starting our first new song. So far the song starts with an arpeggio instrumental and then heads into some heavy riffing.

Thanks for all the emails we have been getting wondering what is going on, well here it is. Thanks again to Japan for all the continued support!"

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Source:	blogs.myspace.com
Band profile:	Into Eternity

Swedish metallers Construcdead have issued the following update on their official website:

"Sorry to say but after almost 11 Years with Construcdead and as the founder of the band Christian has decided to leave the band."

Christian added: "A big thank you and goodnight to Construcdead and all the people who have supported me and the band through the years. I wish the guys all the best in the future, love, hugs and beers."

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Source:	construcdead.com
Band profile:	Construcdead

Official press release

In July 2010 Witchery will return with the new album Witchkrieg and new vocalist Legion (ex-Marduk, ex-Devian).

Jensen: "So it's finally for a new Witchery album! And not just any ol' new album, no sir. This is quite possibly the best Witchery album to date. Let me correct myself. This is the best Witchery album to date. I know a lot of bands claim their current releases to be 'their best work' and everyone knows that's a load of bullshit. However, in our case, I can say its 100% true. If you don't believe me, then check out the album. You will notice how your flapping jaws slowly close, how you crank the volume and how you forget about your miserable life for while! On a sadder note, due to conflicting schedules, we have had to part ways with founding member Toxine. We wish our brother in metal all the best in the future. Therefore, I would like to introduce to the world, a new unholy axis of musical terror. We wish to welcome a new fulltime member to the Witchery coven; none other than: Legion!"

The album was again mixed and mastered Antfarm studios by Tue Madsen (Dark Tranquillity, The Haunted, Heaven Shall Burn). The heroic cover artwork was created by Andreas "Diaz" Pettersson. As a first appetizer of the unholy axis of musical terror, go to the newly designed MySpace page and check out "The Reaver" featuring guest guitar solos by Gary Holt and Lee Altus of the mighty Exodus. There are a couple more guests on Witchkrieg: ultimate kings of Thrash, forgotten heroes and highly influential masters of six-string mayhem. So watch out for more news to start the Witchkrieg.

Witchery's spell was cast upon our earthly existence when four members splintered off Satanic Slaughter in 1997: Jensen (later with The Haunted), Richard Corpse, Toxine and Mique. "We had such a great time together that we decided to continue under another name", recalls Jensen (guitars). Before recording their debut-album Restless And Dead, Jensen met Sharlee D'Angelo (also of Arch Enemy and Mercyful Fate fame, among others) and got him on board for the unholy alliance. The album was released in 1998 and was very well received, so Witchery recorded the Witchburner mini-album later during the same year.

Not too long after its release, Witchery did their first US tour together with Borknagar and Emperor in July of 1999 and didn't take much time to rest. Their second full-length album Dead, Hot And Ready was unleashed soon thereafter and was followed by a six week European tour with Moonspell and Kreator in early 2000. After concentrating on duties with their other bands, Witchery got back together to record Symphony For The Devil in 2001. It was the first recording with their current drummer Martin Axenrot (also in Bloodbath and Opeth, as well as a late member of Satanic Slaughter) who joined the circle of black magic after Mique had left the band. Later during the same year Witchery did a US tour along with The Haunted before falling into hibernation for some time. Their debut on Century Media Records, Don't Fear The Reaper came out 2006, showcasing not only a cover-version of the Satanic Slaughter classic "Immortal Death", but also Witchery's feel for catchy and precise metal tunes.

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Band profile:	Witchery

Swedish metallers Narnia have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:

"Some of you may have heard rumors, and some of You may be surprised by what you're about to read. We confirm today that we're facing the end of the journey of this band. We want to thank all our fans, friends and our families who stood behind us all the time. Thank You for believing.

The decision was made around new-year 09/10. It's time to move on. Music business is tough, and it's getting tougher every day. But it's also the greatest business to be in thanks to the crowds and the people we've met along this long road. Thank You for sharing Your stories and for letting our music and message be a part of You lives.

Last summer, after a concert, a guy around the age of 20-25 walked up to me, thanked me for the show and said "I listened a lot to you guys when I was a kid" (...and I thought we were still kids...hey, wake up).

To celebrate this long journey we will do one more concert that will serve as the Grand Finale of Narnia.

The event has been chosen with great care and we hope to announce this... soon.

Stay tuned, God bless...over and out."

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"Worse Case Scenario", the new video from US metallers Jungle Rot, can be viewed at this location. The clip was directed by Jason Meudt and Emmet Austin of Vision 4 Films.

"Worse Case Scenario" comes off the band's latest album, What Horrors Await, which was released on April 2009 via Napalm Records.


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Band profile:	Jungle Rot

Official press release

Abigail Williams have completed recording of individual performances for their still untitled second album. Captured at Conquistador Studios in Cleveland, Ohio, eight new songs were laid down with vocalist/guitarist Ken Sorceron and engineer Cole Martinez controlling the audio takes. The songs are currently being mixed by Peter Tagtgren (Dimmu Borgir, Immortal, Celtic Frost) and are expected to be completed later this month.

Commenting briefly on the new material, Sorceron notes: "There is a lot less keyboards on the new songs. They are far more guitar-driven and have a bit more of a traditional sound in some ways but still very Abigail Williams sounding. We let ourselves have much more room with writing this album; kind of a more open, free environment than any we have employed before. The studio experience this time round was very natural to us. We recorded everything with much more ease and I think it has helped in capturing a very honest vibe."

Abigail Williams are set to make their first trip to Australia in May touring alongside Nile. This will be the first run of dates the band will play in 2010; the band was forced to cancel their planned month of American dates (also with Nile) earlier this year due to a performance-stopping injury within the band. The tour was planned to support the release of the limited/deluxe version of the band's popular 2008 debut, In The Shadow Of A Thousand Suns. Featuring five new/previously unreleased songs and the band's video for the song "Into the Ashes", the deluxe edition also featured all new artwork with a slip sleeve cover. Sorceron previously commented: "It is a pretty cool time capsule of new material to show what we have been creating since we originally recorded the album".

While the finishes touches are ongoing for the new album, Sorceron and drummer Ken Bedene are touring in Europe with Aborted (Sorceron contributed to the band's latest album) while guitarist Ian Jekelis is keeping busy touring in the US with God Dethroned. In The Shadow Of A Thousand Suns and the band's 2007 EP Legend are available in stores now. Visit ITunes, Amazon and others for digital.

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Source:	candlelightrecords.co.uk
Band profile:	Abigail Williams