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Forbidden - New Song Online

US metallers Forbidden have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:

"Just letting you know that we've finally posted up a new song up on our MySpace page for everyone and anyone to hear. "Adapt Or Die" is just a taste of the stuff we'd been working on for the last few months.

We're not done writing the entire record yet, just getting warmed up really. But this is where it begins and we want you all to hear it. We hope you like it. In fact, tell us if you hate it.

Now we let the music do the talking."

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Forbidden
Posted: 24.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (2)


Resurrected - Ink Deal With Metal Age Productions, New Song Online

German metallers Resurrected have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:

"Negotiations were in the works for several weeks now but now it's official; after returning from Mountains Of Death festival we can finally announce that we're now part of the Metal Age Productions roster! We're very happy to have such a competent and supportive partner on our side, thanx to Peter and all of the Metal Age staff.

Our newest effort, "Fierce", will be released there in September as well as our upcoming releases."

The band adds: "Many people may have asked themselves why we didn't post some new material earlier but we wanted to wait until our new deal is finally inked.

You can now listen to one new stunning track entitled "Slumdog" from our forthcoming album "Fierce" on our MySpace page. Hope ya like it, don't hesitate to post your feedback !"

"Fierce" cover art] songtitles set to appear on the album:

Tortured By Deities
Perverse Consecration
Divine Masturbation
New Reign Rising
Urge To Murder
Hindsight
Gunshot Victim
Slumdog
Mental Retardation
Day Of Suffering

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Resurrected
Posted: 24.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (0)


Warbringer - Former Bassist Rejoins

US metallers Warbringer have issued the following update on their MySpace blog:

"Returning from a five-week European tour earlier this month the guys in Warbringer are enjoying their first break in schedule in quite some time due to a relentless touring and recording schedule that has seen the band release two albums and criss-cross the US, Canada and Europe nine times in 18 months.

With three weeks of respite the band has decided to replace bassist Ben Bennett with original bass player Andy Laux. Andy recorded the group's debut, "War Without End", but was unable to join his band mates for any of the touring due to him still being in high school. Now with his studies complete Andy has been focusing on sound engineering and even built his own home garage studio but will rejoin the guys for future touring and recording.

Andy had this to say, "After parting ways with Warbringer a year-and-a-half ago I never would have seen this coming but circumstances have left the band in need of someone to handle bass duties. When I was asked to fill the position how could I refuse? The members of Warbringer are my good friends and (literally) my family so the choice was obvious, I look forward to catching up with the fans, seeing some familiar faces, but most of all thrashing every venue this side of the solar system!"

Guitarist, and older brother, John Laux added, "I'm happy to have my brother back in the band and to share some of the experiences I've been able to witness firsthand. The band has decided to part with bassist Ben Bennett due to a few serious personal and offstage issues we've encountered on the road. We thank him for all his contributions to the band, the album and the touring and we all wish him the best of luck with any future endeavors."

Warbringer will be playing a couple shows in Mexico on August 28 and 29, before embarking on the Obituary, Goatwhore, Krisiun, The Berzerker tour starting on September 3rd.

Tour dates and more information at this location."

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Warbringer
Posted: 21.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (4)


Saltatio Mortis - Entire New Album Streaming Online

"Wer Wind Saet", the new Saltatio Mortis album, is available for streaming in its entirety at the band's MySpace page.

The album will be released on August 28 via Napalm Records.

"Wer Wind Saet" cover art] tracklist:

01. Ebenbild
02. Salome
03. La Jument De Michao
04. Letzte Worte
05. Kaltes Herz
06. Rastlos
07. Miststück
08. Tief In Mir
09. Aus Träumen Gebaut
10. Manus Manum Lavat
11. Vergessene Götter
12. Wir Säen Den Wind
13. Freiheit
14. In Unseren Worten

01. Live At M'era Luna 2008
+ Ebenbild
+ Making of "Ebenbild"
+ Making of "Wer Wind Saet" Album

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Source: myspace.com
Band profile: Saltatio Mortis
Posted: 21.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (2)


Van Canto - Sign With Napalm Records

Official press release

The Napalm Records crew is happy to announce that Van Canto has joined its ranks. The German vocal acrobats signed a worldwide deal with the Austrian label and are currently working with Charlie Bauernfeind on their new album at the Blind Guardian Studios. The full-length will hit the streets in 2010. Fans may look forward to sweeping songs clad in the unique Van Canto sound. In addition, the band's first two albums ("A Storm To Come" and "Hero") will be released at the same time as their yet untitled new work.

Since 2006 Van Canto has been the scene's breath of fresh air, as they perform all of their songs a cappella with drums being the only other instrument at play. In this manner, the band can create unique and intriguing songs such as "The Mission" or "Speed Of Light", as well as reinterpretations of classic metal songs like "Battery", "Kings Of Metal", and "Fear Of The Dark". Furthermore, Van Canto is a veteran of the stage, having performed at various live encounters, e.g., Magic Circle Festival, and Wacken Open Air, to name but a few. An ever growing fanbase is living proof that innovation and tradition do not have to negate each other, but can instead give new impulses to a somewhat stalemate scene.


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Source: napalmrecords.com
Band profile: Van Canto
Posted: 21.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (8)


The Sword - Writing New Material

US metallers The Sword have issued the short following update on their MySpace blog:

"The writing process is nearing completion, and demoing will soon commence. Recording will follow in the Fall with a release as soon as the suits can get it together. The record will be a concept album centered around an original science fiction narrative."

Source: blogs.myspace.com
Posted: 21.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (1)


Crystallion - New Album Details

German metallers Crystallion will release their forthcoming album, entitled "Hundred Days", on November 13 via Dockyard 1.

According to the band, "Hundred Days" is a concept album about the return of Napoleon (after his first exile) until his complete defeat in the battle of Waterloo.

"Hundred Days" cover art] tracklist:

01. Cloak And Dagger
02. The Sleeping Giant
03. A Cry In The Night
04. Sole Survivors In Ligny
05. Nations Falling
06. Hougoumont
07. Under Heavy Fire
08. We Stand Aligned
09. Hundred Days
10. The Bravest Of The Brave

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Crystallion
Posted: 21.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (2)


Hatebreed - New Album Details

US metallers Hatebreed are set to release their new album, self-titled "Hatebreed", on September 29.

The album will be available on CD, digital download, vinyl and special edition with a bonus 65-minute DVD. "Hatebreed" will be released on E1 Music in North America and via Roadrunner Records in all other territories.

Frontman Jamey Jasta comments: "This is our fifth studio album and it's a monster! We've survived some pretty rough times and the music shows it. There was no reason to change the recipe that our fans know and love but we added a few brutal new ingredients and we're more than amped on the results. Violence is a given!"

Jasta elaborates: "I feel this new album is a true crossover record in the sense that our metal and hardcore roots are evenly represented throughout it. There's still the fast East Coast tuned down Hardcore that people know and love, yet there are metal influences that shine through on almost every song. The speed is there, which we even kicked up a few notches on some of the songs, but the groove and slower tempos are represented. On "Hatebreed", there is a violent mix of straight forward anthem headbangers, fast thrashers and brutal breakdown after breakdown. There's something for everyone."

"Hatebreed" tracklist:

01. Become The Fuse
02. Not My Master
03. Between Hell And A Heartbeat
04. In Ashes They Shall Reap
05. Hands Of A Dying Man
06. Everyone Bleeds Now
07. No Halos For The Heartless
08. Through The Thorns
09. Every Lasting Scar
10. As Damaged As Me
11. Words Became Untruth
12. Undiminished
13. Merciless Tide
14. Pollution Of The Soul
15. Escape (New Diehard Edit)

Source: hatebreed.com
Posted: 20.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (7)


Mustasch - New Song Online

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

"Hi all!

We have finally done recordings of our new album "Mustasch". It will be released on September 30 in Finland and Sweden (on October 5 in Denmark and Norway). The album will be released in the rest of the world in early 2010. We can't wait to do tour dates around Scandinavia this fall and play the new songs for you!

Our first single will be "Mine", but until then we wanna play you a little preview from the new album, it's one favorite of ours: "Heresy Blasphemy". Check it out on our MySpace or website.

Heavy metal in the night,

Mustasch!"

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Mustasch
Posted: 20.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (0)


Nemesea - Live Album Details

The new live album by Dutch rockers Nemesea, entitled "Pure Live @ P3", will be released worldwide on September 1st through Sellaband. The cover art of the album was created by Marco Hartmann for MHV.

The band adds: "For those of you who buy this album before September 1st, there will be an extra CD/DVD with a lot of bonus material included when we start shipping the CD's. We are sure that you will appreciate these special recordings. Just to make you a little curious, it will contain some wonderful unreleased versions of a couple of songs, a karaoke version for you guys and girls to sing along with and much more! So you don't want to miss this one! Pre-order this special album in our shop now!"

"Pure Live @ P3" cover art] tracklist:

01. Intro
02. In Control
03. No More
04. Lost Inside
05. Home
06. 2012
07. Never
08. Frozen Crystals - Improvisation
09. Bass solo
10. The Way I Feel
11. Believe - Guitar Solo
12. Lucifer
13. Drum Solo
14. Broken
15. Angel In The dark
16. Like The Air
17. No Good (Start The Dance)

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Source: nemesea.com
Band profile: Nemesea
Posted: 18.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (4)


Vendetta - New Video Online

"My Revelation", the new video from UK metallers Vendetta, has been made available online.

"My Revelation" comes off the band's forthcoming album, entitled "Heretic Nation", which will be released on November 6 via Lion Music.


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Source: youtube.com
Band profile: Vendetta
Posted: 17.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (2)


Diablo Swing Orchestra - New Album Details Revealed, Song Online

Original news, posted on 01.07.2009

Ascendance Records press release

Here's the cover art for the upcoming Diablo Swing Orchestra album "Sing-Along Songs For The Damned And Delirious", out in Europe on the 21st September. It was made by the acclaimed Swedish illustrator Peter Bergting, most notable for his work with the graphic novel Gängkrig which is a #1 bestseller in Sweden right now.

The album will come in two editions for the stores. The "normal" edition will be a 4-panel digipac containing the CD and a 12 page booklet and a "special" edition, limited to just 2000 copies, in a gorgeous 8 panel digipac containing the CD, a 12 page booklet and a Bonus DVD featuring all sorts of goodies like live footage, behind the scenes, photo albums and whatever else can be crammed in!

A "very special" edition will be available directly from Ascendance by mail order only, with an individually numbered band logo Dog Tag pendant, a set of postcards and a vinyl sticker included with the CD/DVD version. This will be stricly limited to 300 copies and details for pre-order will be on the Ascendance Myspace soon.

Having now heard the full album we can assure you that old fans of the band will not be disappointed at all. It's got all the elements that made "The Butcher's Ballroom" such a success, but they've also built on those themes and taken the sound to new and uncharted territory. In short: You're going to love it!

As previously announced the band will be playing a launch party show in London on October 2nd at the Purple Turtle, Camden. The venue has a limited capacity and tickets are selling fast! I know it seems a long time away but I suggest you get your tickets sooner rather than later to avoid potential disappointment.

Tickets are available in advance from Seetickets. Alternatively you can avoid postage costs and booking fees by buying directly from us at this location. We won't be issuing physical tickets, but we'll keep your name(s) at the door for when you arrive.

UPDATED, on 08.07.2009

A preview track from Diablo Swing Orchestra, called "A Tapdancer's Dilema", is now available for streaming on the band's MySpace page. The song comes from the bands' new album, "Sing-Along Songs For The Damned & Delirious", to be released on 21st September 2009.

UPDATE

Diablo Swing Orchestra have announced the tracklist and complete cover artwork for their upcoming album "Sing-Along Songs For The Damned & Delirious".

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Diablo Swing Orchestra
Posted: 17.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (49)


Burnt By The Sun - Entire New Album Streaming Online

"Heart Of Darkness", the new Burnt By The Sun album, is available for streaming in its entirety at this location.

"Heart Of Darkness" will be released on August 18 in the US (August 24 in the rest of the World) via Relapse Records. The album will be available on CD, limited edition LP, and a limited edition deluxe CD / DVD set that includes all of the band's official music and live videos plus behind the scenes footage shot during the making of "Heart Of Darkness". Additional information on these different formats, including pre-order options, can be found at this location.

"Heart Of Darkness" cover art] tracklist:

01. Inner Station
02. Cardiff Giant
03. F-Unit
04. A Party To The Unsound Method
05. There Will Be Blood
06. Goliath
07. Rust I Future Primitive
08. Beacon
09. The Great American Dream Machine
10. The Wolves Are Running

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: Burnt By The Sun
Posted: 14.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (2)


U.D.O. - Title Track Available For Download

German metallers U.D.O. have made the title track of their forthcoming album, "Dominator", available for free download at this location (ZIP file).

The song comes off the band's forthcoming album, "Dominator", which will be released on August 21 via AFM Records.

"Dominator" cover art] tracklist:

01. The Bogeyman
02. Dominator
03. Black And White
04. Infected
05. Heavy Metal Heaven
06. Doom Ride
07. Stillness Of Time
08. Devil's Rendezvous
09. Bleeding Heart
10. Pleasure In The Darkroom
11. Speed Demon
12. Whispers In The Dark

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Source: blogs.myspace.com
Band profile: U.D.O.
Posted: 14.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (0)


Caliban - Entire New Album Streaming Online

"Say Hello To Tragedy", the new Caliban album, is available for streaming in its entirety for one week exclusively at the band's MySpace page.

"Say Hello To Tragedy" will be out via Century Media Records on the following dates:

Germany / Austria / Switzerland / Italy / Benelux / Australia: August 21
North America / UK / France / Greece / Denmark / Norway / Rest Of Europe: August 24
Spain / Portugal: August 25
Finland / Sweden / Hungary: August 26

"Say Hello To Tragedy" cover art] tracklist:

01. 24 Years
02. Love Song
03. Caliban's Revenge
04. End This Sickness
05. Walk Like The Dead
06. No One Is Safe
07. Liar
08. The Denegation Of Humanity
09. Unleash Your Voice
10. All I Gave
11. In The Name Of Progression
12. Coma

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Source: www2.centurymedia.com
Band profile: Caliban
Posted: 14.08.2009 by White Winter Sun | Comments (1)