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Midnattsol - Update From The Band
Midnattsol has released the following band statement:
"Many of you have been wondering lately when our third album will be released. Fortunately we are now happy to announce that the release date of The Metamorphosis Melody is the 25th of March 2011. In addition to 11 brand new songs with almost an hour playtime, we have made a Limited Edition for you as well, this time with both a Bonus DVD and a Bonus track, sung by Daniel Droste (Ahab). The exact content of the DVD and the titles of the new songs will be revealed in our next news. You can already preorder the Limited Edtion - and the Normal Edition on Amazon.de.
We have some good news regarding live activities as well: Midnattsol is going to play a great deal live in 2011; you can watch us on concerts, festivals and tours. We can't wait to show you the new songs and party with you. Watch out for more information!
But unfortunately there is also some bad news for you: our guitarist Daniel Droste has recently left the band due to the fact that he wanted to concentrate on his band Ahab. We want to thank Daniel from the bottom of our heart for all the awesome and funny moments together with him in the rehearsal room, studio, tour bus and of course on stage and wish him all the best for the future, both regarding his musical career and private life.
In order to be a complete band again, we are now in search of a new guitarist. We will keep you informed!"
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"Many of you have been wondering lately when our third album will be released. Fortunately we are now happy to announce that the release date of The Metamorphosis Melody is the 25th of March 2011. In addition to 11 brand new songs with almost an hour playtime, we have made a Limited Edition for you as well, this time with both a Bonus DVD and a Bonus track, sung by Daniel Droste (Ahab). The exact content of the DVD and the titles of the new songs will be revealed in our next news. You can already preorder the Limited Edtion - and the Normal Edition on Amazon.de.
We have some good news regarding live activities as well: Midnattsol is going to play a great deal live in 2011; you can watch us on concerts, festivals and tours. We can't wait to show you the new songs and party with you. Watch out for more information!
But unfortunately there is also some bad news for you: our guitarist Daniel Droste has recently left the band due to the fact that he wanted to concentrate on his band Ahab. We want to thank Daniel from the bottom of our heart for all the awesome and funny moments together with him in the rehearsal room, studio, tour bus and of course on stage and wish him all the best for the future, both regarding his musical career and private life.
In order to be a complete band again, we are now in search of a new guitarist. We will keep you informed!"
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| Source: | midnattsol.com |
| Band profile: | Midnattsol |
Ex Deo - Sign With Napalm Records
Napalm Records is very proud to announce that Ex Deo has joined its ranks.
The band revolving around Kataklysm frontman Maurizio Iacono recently returned from a highly successful North American tour, presenting metal fans with the mighty force of the Roman legion. Ex Deo, whose first full length Romulus was praised by fans and critics alike, signed a worldwide recording deal with the Austrian label. The band's second offering Caligula is tentatively scheduled for a 2011 release and is bound to shake the metal scene to its core. Nothing can withstand the power of Rome!
Maurizio Iacono: "Today I'm excited to say that we have found a new home for the Roman legion of Ex Deo! We have parted ways amicably with our long time friends at Nuclear Blast for the second album of Ex Deo, we needed to separate even more the two bands of Kataklysm and Ex Deo and we now have a new vision of soldiers behind Ex Deo and we have found this after a few months of talking to different labels with Napalm Records out of Austria, I've been dealing with them with a band I work with called Alestorm and they have done a fantastic and professional job... we look forward to releasing the anticipated second album Caligula with this new powerhouse and unleashing next year one of the most defiant albums metal has seen in ages... Roma Invicta!"
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The band revolving around Kataklysm frontman Maurizio Iacono recently returned from a highly successful North American tour, presenting metal fans with the mighty force of the Roman legion. Ex Deo, whose first full length Romulus was praised by fans and critics alike, signed a worldwide recording deal with the Austrian label. The band's second offering Caligula is tentatively scheduled for a 2011 release and is bound to shake the metal scene to its core. Nothing can withstand the power of Rome!
Maurizio Iacono: "Today I'm excited to say that we have found a new home for the Roman legion of Ex Deo! We have parted ways amicably with our long time friends at Nuclear Blast for the second album of Ex Deo, we needed to separate even more the two bands of Kataklysm and Ex Deo and we now have a new vision of soldiers behind Ex Deo and we have found this after a few months of talking to different labels with Napalm Records out of Austria, I've been dealing with them with a band I work with called Alestorm and they have done a fantastic and professional job... we look forward to releasing the anticipated second album Caligula with this new powerhouse and unleashing next year one of the most defiant albums metal has seen in ages... Roma Invicta!"
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Ex Deo |
Kampfar - Guitarist Leaves The Band
Norwegian metallers Kampfar have parted ways with guitarist Thomas. His statement on the matter reads as follows:
"After playing guitar in Kampfar for quite a few years, I have now decided to leave the band. I cannot even begin to sum up all the good times I've had together with my bandmates, and our close friendship will surely continue outside of the context of the band.
I sincerely hope the guys will find another guitarist to play in the band (the riffs are not that hard to play and there are no solos, which could be seen as a plus or a minus depending on perspective). On the stage, you'll only need to pay attention to Ask, since he knows how to keep in time. It is also best to watch out for Jon and Dolk as they are maniacs and will not stand still for a moment.
To all the good people I've met through Kampfar, take care and I'll see you around. For my brothers in the band, my love and respect as always."
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"After playing guitar in Kampfar for quite a few years, I have now decided to leave the band. I cannot even begin to sum up all the good times I've had together with my bandmates, and our close friendship will surely continue outside of the context of the band.
I sincerely hope the guys will find another guitarist to play in the band (the riffs are not that hard to play and there are no solos, which could be seen as a plus or a minus depending on perspective). On the stage, you'll only need to pay attention to Ask, since he knows how to keep in time. It is also best to watch out for Jon and Dolk as they are maniacs and will not stand still for a moment.
To all the good people I've met through Kampfar, take care and I'll see you around. For my brothers in the band, my love and respect as always."
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Kampfar |
Impiety - Part Ways With Drummer, Find Replacement
Singapore-based black/death thrashers Impiety have changed drummers again.
The band's previous drummer, Andrea Janko, had to leave the fold due to a severe illness. The band already found a new drummer in Atum, known from his work in Divine Codex, Tundra, Malfeitor and as live drummer for Setherial.
Atum has been part of Impiety for a month now, with his successful live debut in Vicenza on December 4th. Next weekend the band will play at the Rites of Darkness Festival in Texas. This will mark the band's first-ever USA appearance. More info about the festival can be found at this location.
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The band's previous drummer, Andrea Janko, had to leave the fold due to a severe illness. The band already found a new drummer in Atum, known from his work in Divine Codex, Tundra, Malfeitor and as live drummer for Setherial.
Atum has been part of Impiety for a month now, with his successful live debut in Vicenza on December 4th. Next weekend the band will play at the Rites of Darkness Festival in Texas. This will mark the band's first-ever USA appearance. More info about the festival can be found at this location.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Impiety |
Universum - Demo Track Feat. Ex-Scar Symmetry Singer Online
Australian melodic death metal act Universum have finally uploaded a new track to be featured on the upcoming Mortuus Machina.
"We have uploaded the first mix of the Mortuus Machina song "Sum Of The Universe". It features guest vocals from Christian Alvestam (ex-Scar Symmetry, Solution .45) along with lead solos from both Nightrage axemen Olof Morck and Marios Iliopoulos. It's one of the album's more melodic tracks and will be even more ballsy once producer Jens Bogren is finished with it!"
Check out "Sum Of The Universe" over at MySpace.
For more details about the new Universum release, Mortuus Machina, and a complete list of guest musicians, visit this page.
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"We have uploaded the first mix of the Mortuus Machina song "Sum Of The Universe". It features guest vocals from Christian Alvestam (ex-Scar Symmetry, Solution .45) along with lead solos from both Nightrage axemen Olof Morck and Marios Iliopoulos. It's one of the album's more melodic tracks and will be even more ballsy once producer Jens Bogren is finished with it!"
Check out "Sum Of The Universe" over at MySpace.
For more details about the new Universum release, Mortuus Machina, and a complete list of guest musicians, visit this page.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Universum |
Six Feet Under - Cancel December Tour Dates
Six Feet Under has canceled all dates on their earlier announced Christmas Metal Tour. The band released the following apology message:
"Circumstances and events beyond our control has forced the cancellation of our December tour in Europe. We are deeply aware of the burden this puts on our loyal fans and we apologize. We live to play in front of our Fans and our commitment to our European fans could not be stronger.
You have always been there for Six Feet Under and we do not take that for granted. You are important to US! In April 2011 we will do a tour of Europe to support our new DVD Wake The Night! Live In Germany. We will make up as many of these canceled dates as possible while adding many more. Thank you for understanding but more importantly, thanks for supporting Six Feet Under"
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"Circumstances and events beyond our control has forced the cancellation of our December tour in Europe. We are deeply aware of the burden this puts on our loyal fans and we apologize. We live to play in front of our Fans and our commitment to our European fans could not be stronger.
You have always been there for Six Feet Under and we do not take that for granted. You are important to US! In April 2011 we will do a tour of Europe to support our new DVD Wake The Night! Live In Germany. We will make up as many of these canceled dates as possible while adding many more. Thank you for understanding but more importantly, thanks for supporting Six Feet Under"
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Six Feet Under |
| Event: | Six Feet Under: Christmas Metal Tour [CANCELLED] |
Kimaera - Part Ways With Bassist
Lebanese metallers Kimaera have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:
"After a whole decade of dedication to Kimaera, we are sorry to announce that one of the very few remaining original members, the longtime bassist Wissam Abiad decided to part ways with the band, due to his own personal reasons.
Your musicianship, brotherhood and drunkenness will be missed, we wish you all the best...'"
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"After a whole decade of dedication to Kimaera, we are sorry to announce that one of the very few remaining original members, the longtime bassist Wissam Abiad decided to part ways with the band, due to his own personal reasons.
Your musicianship, brotherhood and drunkenness will be missed, we wish you all the best...'"
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Kimaera |
Sodom - Part Ways With Drummer
Hot on the heels of the release of In War And Pieces comes the news that Sodom has decided to end the cooperation between the band and long-time drummer Bobby Schottkowski.
Frontman Tom Angelripper and guitarist Bernemann released the following statement: "After personal and private problems between Tom and Bobby, was decided, by mutual agreement, the end of the cooperation between Sodom and the drummer Bobby Schottkowski. Tom and Bernemann will announce as soon as possible a replacement drummer. The shows from January will be performed as planned and the upcoming tour in February will take place in any case. Until then we will have incorporated the new drummer."
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Frontman Tom Angelripper and guitarist Bernemann released the following statement: "After personal and private problems between Tom and Bobby, was decided, by mutual agreement, the end of the cooperation between Sodom and the drummer Bobby Schottkowski. Tom and Bernemann will announce as soon as possible a replacement drummer. The shows from January will be performed as planned and the upcoming tour in February will take place in any case. Until then we will have incorporated the new drummer."
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Sodom |
Enforcer - Check Out The New Video
"Midnight Vice" is the new video of Swedish heavy metallers Enforcer, and can now be watched below.
The clip was filmed by Revolver Films, Sweden and directed by Patric Ullaeus. "Midnight Vice" comes off the band's sophomore release, Diamonds, released back in May through Earache Records.
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The clip was filmed by Revolver Films, Sweden and directed by Patric Ullaeus. "Midnight Vice" comes off the band's sophomore release, Diamonds, released back in May through Earache Records.
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| Source: | facebook.com |
| Band profile: | Enforcer |
Spazmosity - Remaining Live Dates For 2010 Cancelled
Swedish blackened death metal band Spazmosity are forced to cancel their gigs for the remainder of this year, due to drummer Dimman being involved in a motorcycle accident. Spazmosity will return to the live and festival scene in early 2011.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Spazmosity |
Control Denied - Full Re-Issue Album Streaming Online
All 26 tracks included in the recent three-disc deluxe re-issue of Control Denied's The Fragile Art of Existence are streaming online now via the band's website.
Control Denied's legendary first album has been re-mastered, re-packaged and features liner notes from drummer Richard Christy, never-before-seen photographs, as well as over an hour of previously unreleased demo and rehearsal tracks. The Fragile Art of Existence tracklist and album details were previously reported at this location. The album is available through Relapse Mailorder.
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Control Denied's legendary first album has been re-mastered, re-packaged and features liner notes from drummer Richard Christy, never-before-seen photographs, as well as over an hour of previously unreleased demo and rehearsal tracks. The Fragile Art of Existence tracklist and album details were previously reported at this location. The album is available through Relapse Mailorder.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Control Denied |
Jag Panzer - Finish Recording New Album
US Power metal legends Jag Panzer have finished recording their new album, entitled The Scourge Of Light. The band's 9th studio album is scheduled for release sometime in February or March 2011, depending on your location. The Scourge Of Light will be the band's first album under label SPV/Sony which they signed under a couple of months ago.
The cover artwork was painted by Los Angeles artist Justin Yun. Obviously the logo and title aren't in this image, because the band wanted everyone to see Justin's entire painting.
The Scourge Of Light cover art] tracklist:
01. Condemned to Fight
02. The Setting of the Sun
03. Bringing on the End
04. Call to Arms
05. Cycles
06. Overlord
07. Let It Out
08. Union
09. Burn
10. The Book of Kells
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The cover artwork was painted by Los Angeles artist Justin Yun. Obviously the logo and title aren't in this image, because the band wanted everyone to see Justin's entire painting.
The Scourge Of Light cover art] tracklist:
01. Condemned to Fight
02. The Setting of the Sun
03. Bringing on the End
04. Call to Arms
05. Cycles
06. Overlord
07. Let It Out
08. Union
09. Burn
10. The Book of Kells
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| Source: | jagpanzer.com |
| Band profile: | Jag Panzer |
Holy Moses - Update From The Band
Long-running German thrashers Holy Moses have checked in with the following band update:
"The year 2010 has not yet ended, but we like to take the chance to give you a short overview. After the successful shows in Finland, at Kaltenbach Open Air in Austria, and the really great shows with Doro at Landau Germany and at Bloodstock Open Air in UK, the band is going to take a break from playing Live.
But we are not sleeping:
We are working on new songs, and we started up to arrange old school classics of Holy Moses in a new structure. We will be back in the studio for an new Holy Moses album in spring 2011 at Absurd Studio Hamburg.
From December, 2011 until December, 2012 we will have our 30th years anniversary with Holy Moses, and we are preparing ourselves right now for this great event.
Our contract with Wacken Records had ended in 2010 and we are dealing right now with different companies for the release of the new album and our first DVD in Holy Moses history.
The first shows for summer 2011 are already booked and we will release this dates in the upcoming weeks in December. We will play only special shows in 2011 around the whole world, to celebrate the 30th years anniversary of Holy Moses.
We want to thank you already for that, because without you, our fans, Holy Moses would not exist for 30 Years. Thanks for all your support also in 2010 and with a lot of power and energy we will start into 2011."
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"The year 2010 has not yet ended, but we like to take the chance to give you a short overview. After the successful shows in Finland, at Kaltenbach Open Air in Austria, and the really great shows with Doro at Landau Germany and at Bloodstock Open Air in UK, the band is going to take a break from playing Live.
But we are not sleeping:
We are working on new songs, and we started up to arrange old school classics of Holy Moses in a new structure. We will be back in the studio for an new Holy Moses album in spring 2011 at Absurd Studio Hamburg.
From December, 2011 until December, 2012 we will have our 30th years anniversary with Holy Moses, and we are preparing ourselves right now for this great event.
Our contract with Wacken Records had ended in 2010 and we are dealing right now with different companies for the release of the new album and our first DVD in Holy Moses history.
The first shows for summer 2011 are already booked and we will release this dates in the upcoming weeks in December. We will play only special shows in 2011 around the whole world, to celebrate the 30th years anniversary of Holy Moses.
We want to thank you already for that, because without you, our fans, Holy Moses would not exist for 30 Years. Thanks for all your support also in 2010 and with a lot of power and energy we will start into 2011."
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Holy Moses |
Deadlock - New Album In February
Deadlock are about to finish the works on their new, highly anticipated album Bizarro World, that will be released February 25th, 2011 in Germany and February 28th in the rest of Europe via Lifeforce Records. Release dates for the US and Japan will be announced soon. You can follow progress of the album by checking the band's official Facebook page where updates are posted regularly
Deadlock will play a couple of exclusive record release shows in Germany around the albums release. Here are the dates:
24.02.2011 - Köln @ Underground
25.02.2011 - Jena @ F-Haus
26.02.2011 - Muenchen @ Backstage
27.02.2011 - Ludwigsburg @ Rockfabrik
28.02.2011 - Frankfurt @ Nachtleben
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Deadlock will play a couple of exclusive record release shows in Germany around the albums release. Here are the dates:
24.02.2011 - Köln @ Underground
25.02.2011 - Jena @ F-Haus
26.02.2011 - Muenchen @ Backstage
27.02.2011 - Ludwigsburg @ Rockfabrik
28.02.2011 - Frankfurt @ Nachtleben
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Deadlock |
Demonical - Album Title Revealed
Swedish death metal band Demonical have set Death Infernal as the title of their upcoming third full-length album. Some of the chants tentative to be included are:
"The Arrival of Armageddon"
"All will Perish (The Final Liberation)"
"March for Victory"
"Darkness Awaits"
"Return Flesh"
"From Northern Shores"
"Ravenous"
The final tracklist will be presented later.
The album is currently being recorded, mixed and mastered at Necromorbus Studios in Alvik, Sweden, under the leadership of Sverker Widgren, the band's front commander. December 31st is set as deadline for the recording, the curse will then be released upon mankind in April 2011 through Cyclone Empire. An exact release-date is still to be announced.
Other individuals taking part in the creation of Death Infernal are Costin Chioreanu of Twilight 13 Media and photographer Soile Siirtola.
Death Infernal will be a lethal dose of Stockholm-style old-school death metal mixed with more cold and epic elements, hence creating the most deadly and victorious soundtrack for the upcoming downfall of Mother Earth.
The album will be supported by a headlining tour across European soil during May 2011. Keep an eye out for the dates.
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"The Arrival of Armageddon"
"All will Perish (The Final Liberation)"
"March for Victory"
"Darkness Awaits"
"Return Flesh"
"From Northern Shores"
"Ravenous"
The final tracklist will be presented later.
The album is currently being recorded, mixed and mastered at Necromorbus Studios in Alvik, Sweden, under the leadership of Sverker Widgren, the band's front commander. December 31st is set as deadline for the recording, the curse will then be released upon mankind in April 2011 through Cyclone Empire. An exact release-date is still to be announced.
Other individuals taking part in the creation of Death Infernal are Costin Chioreanu of Twilight 13 Media and photographer Soile Siirtola.
Death Infernal will be a lethal dose of Stockholm-style old-school death metal mixed with more cold and epic elements, hence creating the most deadly and victorious soundtrack for the upcoming downfall of Mother Earth.
The album will be supported by a headlining tour across European soil during May 2011. Keep an eye out for the dates.
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| Source: | blogs.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Demonical |