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The Dillinger Escape Plan - New Video Online
'Black Bubblegum', the new video from The Dillinger Escape Plan, can be viewed at this location. The video clip was shot in Los Angeles, California with Ilan Sharone of Pneumatic Pictures.
'Black Bubblegum' comes off the band's latest album, entitled "Ire Works", which was released on November 21th 2007 via Relapse Records.
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'Black Bubblegum' comes off the band's latest album, entitled "Ire Works", which was released on November 21th 2007 via Relapse Records.
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| Source: | vids.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | The Dillinger Escape Plan |
Amoral - New Bassist Announced
Finnish metallers Amoral have issued the following update on their website:
"We are more than happy to welcome Pekka Johansson to the band as our new bass player! Pekka has been helping us out with our recent live duties, and the vibe's been great both on and off stage. The dude's a great bassist, has a killer stage presence and is good company, so we quickly realized we'd need to look no further.
Pekka will be joining the official Amoral forum soon, so you can all pick his brain over there and ask him anything you wanna know..."
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"We are more than happy to welcome Pekka Johansson to the band as our new bass player! Pekka has been helping us out with our recent live duties, and the vibe's been great both on and off stage. The dude's a great bassist, has a killer stage presence and is good company, so we quickly realized we'd need to look no further.
Pekka will be joining the official Amoral forum soon, so you can all pick his brain over there and ask him anything you wanna know..."
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| Source: | amoralweb.com |
| Band profile: | Amoral |
Wolf - New Drummer Announced
Swedish metallers Wolf have issued the following update on their MySpace page:
"Wolf proudly present Richard "Raptor" Holmgren as their new official drummer. Richard is a well known musician and previously played in several bands such as Apostasy, Haterush and more. Raptor is now a fulltime member of the howling Swedish Heavy Metal machine that is Wolf. Please check out this video introduction by Richard "Raptor" Holmgren."
In other news, Wolf is currently working hard on a new album. Johannes "Axeman" Losbäck comments:
"We've successfully progressed in the writing process as we got about 7-8 songs finished and more to work with. We feel that this next Wolf album will knock your teeth out by the sheer sight of it. We will have some very exciting news about the recording coming your way soon."
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"Wolf proudly present Richard "Raptor" Holmgren as their new official drummer. Richard is a well known musician and previously played in several bands such as Apostasy, Haterush and more. Raptor is now a fulltime member of the howling Swedish Heavy Metal machine that is Wolf. Please check out this video introduction by Richard "Raptor" Holmgren."
In other news, Wolf is currently working hard on a new album. Johannes "Axeman" Losbäck comments:
"We've successfully progressed in the writing process as we got about 7-8 songs finished and more to work with. We feel that this next Wolf album will knock your teeth out by the sheer sight of it. We will have some very exciting news about the recording coming your way soon."
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| Source: | blog.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Wolf |
Cloudscape - New Album Samples Online
Swedish metallers Cloudscape have issued the following update on their MySpace page:
"The wait is almost over!! Cloudscape is proud to announce that they have inked a deal with recordlabel Golden Core / Roastinghouse Records (ZYX) to release the new (third) album entitled "Global Drama" all over Europe during mid August, 2008. "Global Drama" will also be released in the US and Canada through Nightmare Records in August.
An 8 minute sample containing parts from all songs from "Global Drama" have been uploaded here, so, go there and have a listen? comments are welcome so, please join the official Cloudscape forum.
For magazines, webzines, TV and radio stations who wants to get in touch with Cloudscape for interview requests, promos and so forth ..please contact their management at roger@roastinghouse.com or contact the staff at Golden Core."
The bands adds that a new promotional video will also be filmed within the next coming months and will be directed by Rainer Holmgren.
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"The wait is almost over!! Cloudscape is proud to announce that they have inked a deal with recordlabel Golden Core / Roastinghouse Records (ZYX) to release the new (third) album entitled "Global Drama" all over Europe during mid August, 2008. "Global Drama" will also be released in the US and Canada through Nightmare Records in August.
An 8 minute sample containing parts from all songs from "Global Drama" have been uploaded here, so, go there and have a listen? comments are welcome so, please join the official Cloudscape forum.
For magazines, webzines, TV and radio stations who wants to get in touch with Cloudscape for interview requests, promos and so forth ..please contact their management at roger@roastinghouse.com or contact the staff at Golden Core."
The bands adds that a new promotional video will also be filmed within the next coming months and will be directed by Rainer Holmgren.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Cloudscape |
Paradise Lost - E-Card Online
An e-card for Paradise Lost's forthcoming DVD, entitled "The Anatomy Of Melancholy", can be accessed at this location.
The DVD was filmed and directed by Paul M Green and his Dash Productions team (Opeth, The Damned, Gary Numan). Jens Bogren (Opeth, Katatonia, Amon Amarth, Symphony X) mixed the brilliantly captured live sound at Fascination Street Studios in Sweden, and the dark enchanting cover artwork was done again by Greek artist Seth who already worked on the band's last two album covers.
"The Anatomy Of Melancholy" release dates:
Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Benelux and Italy: May 23th.
Spain and Portugal: May 27th.
Sweden, Finland and Hungary: May 28th.
UK, France, Greece, Denmark, Norway and Rest Of Europe: May 26th.
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The DVD was filmed and directed by Paul M Green and his Dash Productions team (Opeth, The Damned, Gary Numan). Jens Bogren (Opeth, Katatonia, Amon Amarth, Symphony X) mixed the brilliantly captured live sound at Fascination Street Studios in Sweden, and the dark enchanting cover artwork was done again by Greek artist Seth who already worked on the band's last two album covers.
"The Anatomy Of Melancholy" release dates:
Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Benelux and Italy: May 23th.
Spain and Portugal: May 27th.
Sweden, Finland and Hungary: May 28th.
UK, France, Greece, Denmark, Norway and Rest Of Europe: May 26th.
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| Source: | ecard.centurymedia.com |
| Band profile: | Paradise Lost |
Stormlord - Two Other New Songs Online
Italian band Stormlord has posted two other new songs, entitled 'The Castaway' and 'Legacy Of The Snake', on its MySpace page.
Two other new songs, entitled 'Mare Nostrum' and 'Neon Karma', were previously added by the band on its MySpace page.
The band adds:
"Here we go!
As promised, even the fourth and last new song taken from the upcoming album is online on our Myspace page.
It's a different song, the acoustic epic ballad 'The Castaway', that moved the curiosity of many of you, it's something really new, and we are really proud of it. We are really impatient to hear your impressions!
Well, with these 4 songs we think we gave you a complete idea of how the new album sounds like. The album will be released on 23 of may and will be avaliable in all Europe week by week.
We made a big work for "Mare Nostrum", now it's your time: if you like what you heared, support Stormlord and get your copy of the album. You can do it through out website at this location, we'll have the album ready to be shipped to you on 23 of May, order it now!
Proudly yours,
Stormlord".
"Mare Nostrum" was recorded at Giuseppe Orlando's Outer Sound Studios (Necrodeath, Novembre, Klimt 1918) and was mastered at Finnvox Studios by Mika Jussila (HIM, Children Of Bodom, Nightwish, Sentenced).
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Two other new songs, entitled 'Mare Nostrum' and 'Neon Karma', were previously added by the band on its MySpace page.
The band adds:
"Here we go!
As promised, even the fourth and last new song taken from the upcoming album is online on our Myspace page.
It's a different song, the acoustic epic ballad 'The Castaway', that moved the curiosity of many of you, it's something really new, and we are really proud of it. We are really impatient to hear your impressions!
Well, with these 4 songs we think we gave you a complete idea of how the new album sounds like. The album will be released on 23 of may and will be avaliable in all Europe week by week.
We made a big work for "Mare Nostrum", now it's your time: if you like what you heared, support Stormlord and get your copy of the album. You can do it through out website at this location, we'll have the album ready to be shipped to you on 23 of May, order it now!
Proudly yours,
Stormlord".
"Mare Nostrum" was recorded at Giuseppe Orlando's Outer Sound Studios (Necrodeath, Novembre, Klimt 1918) and was mastered at Finnvox Studios by Mika Jussila (HIM, Children Of Bodom, Nightwish, Sentenced).
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Stormlord |
The Rotted - New Album Update
UK's very own The Rotted (previously known as Gorerotted) have created a short video sting for their upcoming album "Get Dead Or Die Trying". It can be viewed on the band's MySpace page (or by clicking here for a direct link to the video on YouTube). Full length tracks will be added in the coming weeks on the band's MySpace site!
"Get Dead Or Die Trying" tracklisting:
01. Nothin' But A Nosebleed
02. The Howling
03. A Return To Insolence
04. Kissing You With My Fists
05. Angel Of Meth
06. A Brief Moment Of Regret
07. The Body Tree
08. Get Dead Or Die Trying
09. It's Like There's A Party In My Mouth (And Everyone's Being Sick)
10. Fear And Loathing In Old London Town
11. 28 Days Later
"Get Dead Or Die Trying" was produced by Russ Russell (The Wildhearts, Dimmu Borgir, The Exploited, Space Ritual, Napalm Death) and assisted by James Dunkley (Blaze Bayley, Crass, Fields Of The Nephilim).
"Get Dead Or Die Trying" will be released on the 27th of June (D/A/CH/I) / 30th of June (rest of Europe) and 8th of July (rest of World).
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"Get Dead Or Die Trying" tracklisting:
01. Nothin' But A Nosebleed
02. The Howling
03. A Return To Insolence
04. Kissing You With My Fists
05. Angel Of Meth
06. A Brief Moment Of Regret
07. The Body Tree
08. Get Dead Or Die Trying
09. It's Like There's A Party In My Mouth (And Everyone's Being Sick)
10. Fear And Loathing In Old London Town
11. 28 Days Later
"Get Dead Or Die Trying" was produced by Russ Russell (The Wildhearts, Dimmu Borgir, The Exploited, Space Ritual, Napalm Death) and assisted by James Dunkley (Blaze Bayley, Crass, Fields Of The Nephilim).
"Get Dead Or Die Trying" will be released on the 27th of June (D/A/CH/I) / 30th of June (rest of Europe) and 8th of July (rest of World).
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| Source: | metalblade.co.uk |
| Band profile: | The Rotted |
Kataklysm - New Album Streaming Online
Canadian extreme metallers Kataklysm's latest album, entitled "Prevail", can be streamed in its entirety for one week exclusively at the band's MySpace page.
"Prevail" was mixed at AudioHammer Studios in Orlando (Florida) with producer Jason Suecof. The CD, which is scheduled for release via Nuclear Blast Records on May 23 in Europe (May 27 in North America), features guest solo appearances by Pat O'Brien (Cannibal Corpse), Dave Linsk (Overkill) and producer and guitar shredder Jason Suecof himself.
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"Prevail" was mixed at AudioHammer Studios in Orlando (Florida) with producer Jason Suecof. The CD, which is scheduled for release via Nuclear Blast Records on May 23 in Europe (May 27 in North America), features guest solo appearances by Pat O'Brien (Cannibal Corpse), Dave Linsk (Overkill) and producer and guitar shredder Jason Suecof himself.
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| Source: | blog.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Kataklysm |
Blaze Bayley - New Song Online
"The Man Who Would Not Die", the title track of Blaze Bayley's new album, is available for streaming on Blaze's MySpace page.
Due on July 7 via Blaze Bayley's own independent label, "The Man Who Would Not Die" was engineered by James Dunkley and produced by Blaze Bayley.
According to the band, the album promises to take Blaze in new song writing directions, ushering in a new phase of an already renowned career. It is also the first recorded showcase for the line-up that comprises Nico & Dave Bermudez (guitar and bass from Under Threat), Jay Walsh (guitar from Anger Management/Fourwaykill) and Lawrence Paterson (Chokehold/Arbitrator)on drums.
Also Blaze Bayley will play a series of shows in the UK, Norway and Finland prior the album release in May 2008, full tour dates are available at this location.
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Due on July 7 via Blaze Bayley's own independent label, "The Man Who Would Not Die" was engineered by James Dunkley and produced by Blaze Bayley.
According to the band, the album promises to take Blaze in new song writing directions, ushering in a new phase of an already renowned career. It is also the first recorded showcase for the line-up that comprises Nico & Dave Bermudez (guitar and bass from Under Threat), Jay Walsh (guitar from Anger Management/Fourwaykill) and Lawrence Paterson (Chokehold/Arbitrator)on drums.
Also Blaze Bayley will play a series of shows in the UK, Norway and Finland prior the album release in May 2008, full tour dates are available at this location.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Blaze Bayley |
Leng Tch'e - Replace Vocalist
Belgian metallers Leng Tch'e have issued the following update:
"Today is another step in the never ending evolution of Leng Tch'e. Boris has decided to step down and will be replaced by Serge Kasongo from southern Belgian band Ackros. None of our upcoming shows will be cancelled and the recordings of the split CD with Fuck The Facts will also go ahead as planned."
A picture of the new line-up can be found at this location.
Here is Boris' statement on the matter: "After 4 of the coolest and craziest years of my life, I've decided to quit my activities in Leng Tch'e. A difficult decision, considering the fact that I really loved the shows/touring and hanging out with these guys. However, I came to a point in my life where other things start to matter. I don't have the energy and commitment anymore that I used to have, so the time has come to part ways with Leng Tch'e. For me it feels like ending a long term relationship and I think it will feel really strange knowing they will go on without me. Nevertheless, I know this is a well considered decision and wish them all the best in the future. Leng Tch'e has made me who I am today. Thanks for that!"
The band adds: "We'd like to thank Boris for all the good times, fun tours and great albums we've recorded together. It will definitely feel weird not having his bald ass around, but the show must go on! Serge blew us away right from the start and we are sure that he will take the band to new heights. We can't wait to share the stage with this madman and release our new music to the masses. Be sure to come out and catch this lineup live in action at the end of this month."
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"Today is another step in the never ending evolution of Leng Tch'e. Boris has decided to step down and will be replaced by Serge Kasongo from southern Belgian band Ackros. None of our upcoming shows will be cancelled and the recordings of the split CD with Fuck The Facts will also go ahead as planned."
A picture of the new line-up can be found at this location.
Here is Boris' statement on the matter: "After 4 of the coolest and craziest years of my life, I've decided to quit my activities in Leng Tch'e. A difficult decision, considering the fact that I really loved the shows/touring and hanging out with these guys. However, I came to a point in my life where other things start to matter. I don't have the energy and commitment anymore that I used to have, so the time has come to part ways with Leng Tch'e. For me it feels like ending a long term relationship and I think it will feel really strange knowing they will go on without me. Nevertheless, I know this is a well considered decision and wish them all the best in the future. Leng Tch'e has made me who I am today. Thanks for that!"
The band adds: "We'd like to thank Boris for all the good times, fun tours and great albums we've recorded together. It will definitely feel weird not having his bald ass around, but the show must go on! Serge blew us away right from the start and we are sure that he will take the band to new heights. We can't wait to share the stage with this madman and release our new music to the masses. Be sure to come out and catch this lineup live in action at the end of this month."
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| Source: | blog.myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Leng Tch'e |
Gorgoroth - DVD Preview Online
As previously announced Metal Mind Productions will release first ever Gorgoroth's DVD. "Black Mass Krakow 2004" DVD with their spectacular show recorded in Krakow, Poland will finally see the light of day on 9th June in Europe and 10th June in US (via MVD).
The DVD will be available in two versions: as a standard DVD and as a very unique star metalpack DVD edition limited to 5000 copies! (more information about this DVD is available here).
Also you can see an exclusive preview track 'Procreating Satan' on MetalMindPoland's official site on YouTube at this location (or by clicking here for a direct link to the video).
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The DVD will be available in two versions: as a standard DVD and as a very unique star metalpack DVD edition limited to 5000 copies! (more information about this DVD is available here).
Also you can see an exclusive preview track 'Procreating Satan' on MetalMindPoland's official site on YouTube at this location (or by clicking here for a direct link to the video).
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| Source: | metalmind.com.pl |
| Band profile: | Gorgoroth |
The Gathering - New Album On The Way
The Gathering have posted an update on their official website's forum about the new material they are currently working on.
"Dear all,
Sorry it has been a while since you've heard from us. We apologize for this. It actually means that we have been really busy with the band. During the last couple of months we created a lot of new ideas that lead to the first songs of our upcoming CD. Yes, we are working on a new album! Or actually, two new albums! Many of our new songs are very rock and guitar orientated and will end up on a heavy rock album for sure. The second album will be filled with more 'shoe gaze', dreamy tracks.
We can imagine if you are very curious about new vocalists. Currently, we are working with several. It feels very refreshing and interesting to work with different voices and it adds beautiful new colours to our music. Names will be presented as soon as our ideas become more concrete. As promised you will hear new material by the end of this year. The release of our new album is planned for Spring 2009.
On behalf of the band,
Hans Rutten"
"Dear all,
Sorry it has been a while since you've heard from us. We apologize for this. It actually means that we have been really busy with the band. During the last couple of months we created a lot of new ideas that lead to the first songs of our upcoming CD. Yes, we are working on a new album! Or actually, two new albums! Many of our new songs are very rock and guitar orientated and will end up on a heavy rock album for sure. The second album will be filled with more 'shoe gaze', dreamy tracks.
We can imagine if you are very curious about new vocalists. Currently, we are working with several. It feels very refreshing and interesting to work with different voices and it adds beautiful new colours to our music. Names will be presented as soon as our ideas become more concrete. As promised you will hear new material by the end of this year. The release of our new album is planned for Spring 2009.
On behalf of the band,
Hans Rutten"
| Source: | gathering.nl |
| Band profile: | The Gathering |
Decrepit Birth - Signs With Nuclear Blast
Nuclear Blast is very proud to announce its newest signing: technical brutal Death Metal institution Decrepit Birth from Santa Cruz, California. The band, founded in 2001, has so far released two highly acclaimed albums, "?And Time Begins" and "Diminishing Between Worlds" in 2003 and 2008.
Here's a statement from the band:
"Nuclear Blast has a special tradition for signing some of the best Metal acts of all time including Death, Dimmu Borgir, Testament and Exodus just to name a few. We feel very lucky and honoured to be a part of the family! Our intention is to take the music to the next level and continue to release quality Progressive Death Metal. We are confident to have Nuclear Blast in our corner! We also want to thank Unique Leader Records very much for the years of dedication to Decrepit Birth. After we complete more touring in support of the current release, we will begin pre-production for the next album."
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Here's a statement from the band:
"Nuclear Blast has a special tradition for signing some of the best Metal acts of all time including Death, Dimmu Borgir, Testament and Exodus just to name a few. We feel very lucky and honoured to be a part of the family! Our intention is to take the music to the next level and continue to release quality Progressive Death Metal. We are confident to have Nuclear Blast in our corner! We also want to thank Unique Leader Records very much for the years of dedication to Decrepit Birth. After we complete more touring in support of the current release, we will begin pre-production for the next album."
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| Source: | nuclearblast.de |
| Band profile: | Decrepit Birth |
Kataklysm - New Video Online
Canadian Death metallers Kataklysm have posted online a new video, entitled "Taking The World By Storm", which can be viewed at this location. The clip was shot and directed by David Brodsky.
The track "Taking The World By Storm" comes off the band's upcoming album, entitled "Prevail", which will be release on May 23 (Europe) and May 27 (North America).
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The track "Taking The World By Storm" comes off the band's upcoming album, entitled "Prevail", which will be release on May 23 (Europe) and May 27 (North America).
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Kataklysm |
Hail Of Bullets - New Album Streaming Online
"?Of Frost And War", the debut album from Hail Of Bullets, is now available for streaming in its entirety on the band's MySpace page here.
"?Of Frost And War" will be released on May 16 in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Italy (and on May 19 in the rest of Europe) via Metal Blade Records. The album was recorded in February/March of 2008 at Excess Studios in Rotterdam, Holland and was mixed and mastered in Sweden by Dan Swanö.
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"?Of Frost And War" will be released on May 16 in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Italy (and on May 19 in the rest of Europe) via Metal Blade Records. The album was recorded in February/March of 2008 at Excess Studios in Rotterdam, Holland and was mixed and mastered in Sweden by Dan Swanö.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Hail Of Bullets |