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Arch Enemy - New Song Online
The following message was posted on Century Media's website:
"Great news Arch Enemy fans as the band gives you a first insight of their upcoming full-length opus "Rise Of The Tyrant" set for release on September 24th, 2007! 'Blood On Your Hands', the crushing opening track has just been posted on the band's Century Media artist page for your listening pleasure - you can get there by clicking here. Or visit the band's MySpace page at www.myspace.com/archenemy."
Arch Enemy mastermind Michael Amott enthuses:
"I know there is a lot of excitement out there amongst the fans to hear this new album so we thought it would be cool to give you all a sneak preview. 'Blood On Your Hands' is the opening track on "Rise of The Tyrant" and kicks the album off with a huge bang!
It's a full-on, no holds barred slab of classic Arch Enemy where the whole band is going for it 110%! The song was a blast to write and record and now we are looking forward to playing it live! To me it captures all aspects of Arch Enemy perfectly with just about as much guitar as it's possible to cram into 4 and a half minutes? enjoy!"
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"Great news Arch Enemy fans as the band gives you a first insight of their upcoming full-length opus "Rise Of The Tyrant" set for release on September 24th, 2007! 'Blood On Your Hands', the crushing opening track has just been posted on the band's Century Media artist page for your listening pleasure - you can get there by clicking here. Or visit the band's MySpace page at www.myspace.com/archenemy."
Arch Enemy mastermind Michael Amott enthuses:
"I know there is a lot of excitement out there amongst the fans to hear this new album so we thought it would be cool to give you all a sneak preview. 'Blood On Your Hands' is the opening track on "Rise of The Tyrant" and kicks the album off with a huge bang!
It's a full-on, no holds barred slab of classic Arch Enemy where the whole band is going for it 110%! The song was a blast to write and record and now we are looking forward to playing it live! To me it captures all aspects of Arch Enemy perfectly with just about as much guitar as it's possible to cram into 4 and a half minutes? enjoy!"
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| Source: | www2.centurymedia.com |
| Band profile: | Arch Enemy |
Rage - Russian Tour Dates
German metallers Rage will embark on the "Metal Firestorm" tour of Russia in November.
The dates are as follows:
Nov. 06 - Moscow - Apelsin-Club
Nov. 07 - Nizhniy Novgorod -
Nov. 08 - Vladimir -
Nov. 10 - Ryazan -
Nov. 11 - Tula -
Nov. 12 - Bryansk -
Nov. 14 - St. Petersburg - Roks-Club
At the moment, Peavy, Victor and André are working with high pressure at their new album, with the working title "Carved In Stone". "Carved in Stone" is also the title of a new song, a super hymn, which could open the live shows in future. More titles are (under reserve): 'Open My Grave', 'One Step Ahead', 'Long Hard Road' and 'Without You'.
You can check out the new studio report with lots of photos at this location.
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The dates are as follows:
Nov. 06 - Moscow - Apelsin-Club
Nov. 07 - Nizhniy Novgorod -
Nov. 08 - Vladimir -
Nov. 10 - Ryazan -
Nov. 11 - Tula -
Nov. 12 - Bryansk -
Nov. 14 - St. Petersburg - Roks-Club
At the moment, Peavy, Victor and André are working with high pressure at their new album, with the working title "Carved In Stone". "Carved in Stone" is also the title of a new song, a super hymn, which could open the live shows in future. More titles are (under reserve): 'Open My Grave', 'One Step Ahead', 'Long Hard Road' and 'Without You'.
You can check out the new studio report with lots of photos at this location.
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| Source: | rage-on.de |
| Band profile: | Rage |
| Event: | Rage: Russian Tour |
Ayreon - Demo From New Album Online
A 10 minutes demo was posted on Ayreon's official MySpace page here, this piece will appear on the next album of the group. The vocal parts were not recorded yet.
Three vocalists are now confirmed for the new, as of yet untitled, Ayreon album: Magali Luyten (Virus IV and Beautiful Sin) Simone Simons (Epica) and Ty Tabor (King's X).
To be complete the following message was posted on Ayreon's official website:
"Members of the messageboard spent nearly a year already organizing a fan-meet for Ayreon (Arjen Lucassen) fans. What started out as an informal get-together for forumers at a zoo, turned into a little bit of an event where 250 people can attend. It takes place September 15th, 2007 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. It starts 13:00 and ends aproximately 19:00.
Among the highlights of the day are a cover band called Ayreonotes, who will play a set of Arjen Lucassen tracks, an exclusive sneak preview of the new Ayreon album, hanging out with fans from around the world and perhaps even some special guests.
You can now order tickets via the website here - remember, tickets are limited! For more information please check this thread on the messageboard - relevant information starts at page 36. For questions please contact: fanmeet@live.nl and use 'fanmeet' as topic."
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Three vocalists are now confirmed for the new, as of yet untitled, Ayreon album: Magali Luyten (Virus IV and Beautiful Sin) Simone Simons (Epica) and Ty Tabor (King's X).
To be complete the following message was posted on Ayreon's official website:
"Members of the messageboard spent nearly a year already organizing a fan-meet for Ayreon (Arjen Lucassen) fans. What started out as an informal get-together for forumers at a zoo, turned into a little bit of an event where 250 people can attend. It takes place September 15th, 2007 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. It starts 13:00 and ends aproximately 19:00.
Among the highlights of the day are a cover band called Ayreonotes, who will play a set of Arjen Lucassen tracks, an exclusive sneak preview of the new Ayreon album, hanging out with fans from around the world and perhaps even some special guests.
You can now order tickets via the website here - remember, tickets are limited! For more information please check this thread on the messageboard - relevant information starts at page 36. For questions please contact: fanmeet@live.nl and use 'fanmeet' as topic."
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Ayreon |
Fairyland - Parts Ways With Four Members
The following message was posted by Philippe Giordana (keyboards) from French Symphonic Power Metal band Fairyland on the band's official website:
"Anthony, Vincent, Tom and Max have decided to leave Fairyland and go on with their own project. The reasons for their departure have not been clearly expressed, and the way they handled the whole business, with direct annoucement on Fairyland's forum prior to any kind of discussion with Intromental Management, Napalm Records, Marquee Avalon, Burrn! Corporation or even me, was not very professional. However, it is their decision and I wish them all the luck they will need to make their new project break through.
Regarding Fairyland, I am and have always been the song writer, also taking care of the lyrics and vocal lines, plus the concept behind my music. So there is no reason why I should stop doing so. The only point I need to think about is whether I will try and build a new line-up, or just stay by myself and use guest musicians from different horizons. that last solution is quite appealing, since it can bring a lot of diversity to Fairyland, plus it will mean I don't have to handle a line-up's personnal issues, which is really time consuming. I'll then be able to concentrate on the music only, and all will be best.
Meanwhile, stay tuned to get a whole bunch of informations about Fairyland's next releases.
Special thanks go to Intromental Management and Napalm Records, who have decided to keep their thrust in the project. Thanks to all those who brought me support these last 2 weeks, and thanks to all the fans everywhere. We will meet again..."
"Anthony, Vincent, Tom and Max have decided to leave Fairyland and go on with their own project. The reasons for their departure have not been clearly expressed, and the way they handled the whole business, with direct annoucement on Fairyland's forum prior to any kind of discussion with Intromental Management, Napalm Records, Marquee Avalon, Burrn! Corporation or even me, was not very professional. However, it is their decision and I wish them all the luck they will need to make their new project break through.
Regarding Fairyland, I am and have always been the song writer, also taking care of the lyrics and vocal lines, plus the concept behind my music. So there is no reason why I should stop doing so. The only point I need to think about is whether I will try and build a new line-up, or just stay by myself and use guest musicians from different horizons. that last solution is quite appealing, since it can bring a lot of diversity to Fairyland, plus it will mean I don't have to handle a line-up's personnal issues, which is really time consuming. I'll then be able to concentrate on the music only, and all will be best.
Meanwhile, stay tuned to get a whole bunch of informations about Fairyland's next releases.
Special thanks go to Intromental Management and Napalm Records, who have decided to keep their thrust in the project. Thanks to all those who brought me support these last 2 weeks, and thanks to all the fans everywhere. We will meet again..."
| Source: | fairyland-metal.com |
| Band profile: | Fairyland |
Deinonychus - New Album Update And Sample
The following update was posted on the official website of Dutch Doom Metal band Deinonychus:
"Warfare Machines" is the new title of the forthcoming Deinonychus album which will be released on My Kingdom Music on the 12th of Oct. 2007. Recorded and mastered in Italy under the guidance of Giuseppe Orlando (who also played drums on this album). This album is another progress containing a fine mixture of black/doom metal with up-tempo/blast and doom parts.
First there will be a limited slipcase-edition of 2000 pcs. The artwork was again done by Eric Massicotte who also did artwork for Darkthrone etc.
Here is a preview of the slipcase cover and here of the CD jewelcase cover.
"Warfare Machines" tracklisting:
01. Krematorium
02. Carpet Bombing
03. Manoeuvre East
04. Napola
05. MG-34 (sample)
06. False Flag
07. Nerve Agent
08. Morphium
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"Warfare Machines" is the new title of the forthcoming Deinonychus album which will be released on My Kingdom Music on the 12th of Oct. 2007. Recorded and mastered in Italy under the guidance of Giuseppe Orlando (who also played drums on this album). This album is another progress containing a fine mixture of black/doom metal with up-tempo/blast and doom parts.
First there will be a limited slipcase-edition of 2000 pcs. The artwork was again done by Eric Massicotte who also did artwork for Darkthrone etc.
Here is a preview of the slipcase cover and here of the CD jewelcase cover.
"Warfare Machines" tracklisting:
01. Krematorium
02. Carpet Bombing
03. Manoeuvre East
04. Napola
05. MG-34 (sample)
06. False Flag
07. Nerve Agent
08. Morphium
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| Source: | deinonychus.net |
| Band profile: | Deinonychus |
Chain Collector - New Album Information Revealed
The following message was posted on Chain Collector's official website:
"We're still going strong in studio with the recording of "Unrestrained". Some final vocal tracks are being done at the moment. We'll get some sound samples up for you guys to enjoy as soon as the album is finished. Meanwhile you can check out a preview of the cover-art for the album made by Niklas Sundin himself."
"Unrestrained" is scheduled for release October 22nd in Europe (October 19th in Germany). A preview of the CD's artwork (created by Niklas Sundin of Dark Tranquillity) is available at this location.
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"We're still going strong in studio with the recording of "Unrestrained". Some final vocal tracks are being done at the moment. We'll get some sound samples up for you guys to enjoy as soon as the album is finished. Meanwhile you can check out a preview of the cover-art for the album made by Niklas Sundin himself."
"Unrestrained" is scheduled for release October 22nd in Europe (October 19th in Germany). A preview of the CD's artwork (created by Niklas Sundin of Dark Tranquillity) is available at this location.
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| Source: | chaincollector.com |
| Band profile: | Chain Collector |
Subway To Sally - New Album Announced
Subway To Sally will be releasing their new album, "Bastard", on 26th October. It will be released through Nuclear Blast Records. The CD was recorded at Horus studio in Hannover, Germany and Lundgaard studio in Denmark. The cover artwork image can be seen here.
Bastard tracklisting:
01. Meine Seele Brennt
02. Puppenspieler
03. Auf Kiel
04. Umbra
05. Voodoo
06. Wehe Stunde
07. Die Trommel
08. Unentdecktes Land
09. Hohelied
10. Canticum Satanae
11. Tanz Auf Dem Vulkan
12. Fatum
13. In Der Stille
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Bastard tracklisting:
01. Meine Seele Brennt
02. Puppenspieler
03. Auf Kiel
04. Umbra
05. Voodoo
06. Wehe Stunde
07. Die Trommel
08. Unentdecktes Land
09. Hohelied
10. Canticum Satanae
11. Tanz Auf Dem Vulkan
12. Fatum
13. In Der Stille
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| Source: | subwaytosally.de |
| Band profile: | Subway To Sally |
Apocalyptica - New Album Information, New Songs Online
The following message was posted on official Apocalyptica's MySpace page:
"Apocalyptica has announced the worldwide release of their 6th studio album - Worlds Collide - on September 17th. The first track from the album, "I'm Not Jesus" features Corey Taylor of Slipknot and Stone Sour. "I'm Not Jesus" will be available September 3rd (August 31st in Germany).
Special guests on Worlds Collide include: Corey Taylor, Dave Lombardo (Slayer), Tomoyasu Hotei, Joseph Duplantier (Gojira), Cristina Scabbia (Lacuna Coil) and more to be announced soon!"
The band's myspace page also has the three songs 'I'm Not Jesus', 'Peace', 'SOS' (with Cristina Scabia) and 'Worlds Collide' from the upcoming new album available for streaming.
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"Apocalyptica has announced the worldwide release of their 6th studio album - Worlds Collide - on September 17th. The first track from the album, "I'm Not Jesus" features Corey Taylor of Slipknot and Stone Sour. "I'm Not Jesus" will be available September 3rd (August 31st in Germany).
Special guests on Worlds Collide include: Corey Taylor, Dave Lombardo (Slayer), Tomoyasu Hotei, Joseph Duplantier (Gojira), Cristina Scabbia (Lacuna Coil) and more to be announced soon!"
The band's myspace page also has the three songs 'I'm Not Jesus', 'Peace', 'SOS' (with Cristina Scabia) and 'Worlds Collide' from the upcoming new album available for streaming.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Apocalyptica |
Kreator - South American Tour
The following message was posted on Kreator's official website:
"We're proud to announce the first South American tour dates of 2007! Also appearing at selected shows are Swedish Power Metal kings Hammerfall (co headliners!) and Kotipelto. More detailed information soon!"
Dates are as follows:
Sep 22 - Monterrey, Mexico - Cafe Iguana
Sep 23 - Mexico City, Mexico - Corco Volador
Sep 27 - Santiago, Chile - Estadio Victor Jara
Sep 29 - Buenos Aires, Argentina - Obras
Sep 30 - Lima, Peru - Discoteca Voce
Some more dates will be announced by the band soon.
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"We're proud to announce the first South American tour dates of 2007! Also appearing at selected shows are Swedish Power Metal kings Hammerfall (co headliners!) and Kotipelto. More detailed information soon!"
Dates are as follows:
Sep 22 - Monterrey, Mexico - Cafe Iguana
Sep 23 - Mexico City, Mexico - Corco Volador
Sep 27 - Santiago, Chile - Estadio Victor Jara
Sep 29 - Buenos Aires, Argentina - Obras
Sep 30 - Lima, Peru - Discoteca Voce
Some more dates will be announced by the band soon.
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| Source: | kreator-terrorzone.de |
| Band profile: | Kreator |
| Event: | Kreator: S. American Tour |
Rotting Christ - Canadian Tour In November
Greek Black metal band Rotting Christ will, for the first time, embark on a Canadian tour in November.
The dates are as follows:
Nov. 20 - CAN Mondreal The Saints
Nov. 21 - CAN Quebec L'anti
Nov. 22 - CAN Trois-Riviere Le Maquisart
Nov. 23 - CAN Saint-Hyacinthe Bar le Trash
Nov. 24 - CAN Rouyn Petit Theatre du Vieux - Noranda
Nov. 25 - CAN Sudbury The Jubilee Hall
Nov. 26 - CAN Toronto The Metal Bar
Nov. 27 - CAN Hamilton The Underground
Nov. 28 - CAN Ottawa TBA
The dates are as follows:
Nov. 20 - CAN Mondreal The Saints
Nov. 21 - CAN Quebec L'anti
Nov. 22 - CAN Trois-Riviere Le Maquisart
Nov. 23 - CAN Saint-Hyacinthe Bar le Trash
Nov. 24 - CAN Rouyn Petit Theatre du Vieux - Noranda
Nov. 25 - CAN Sudbury The Jubilee Hall
Nov. 26 - CAN Toronto The Metal Bar
Nov. 27 - CAN Hamilton The Underground
Nov. 28 - CAN Ottawa TBA
| Source: | rotting-christ.com |
| Band profile: | Rotting Christ |
| Event: | Rotting Christ: Ravaging The East Tour |
Korpiklaani - European Tour Announced
The Finnish Folk metallers and happy little boozers of Korpiklaani have updated their official website with the following joyful message:
"Hide your booze and lock your daughters, for 'klaani will once again ravage Europe from North to South and from East to West! Check the tour dates for Germany, Italy, France and more."
Confirmed dates are as follows:
16.10.2007 TBA, Berlin Germany
17.10.2007 Firley, Wroclaw Poland
18.10.2007 Zluty Pes, Pardubice Czech Republic
19.10.2007 KD Serikovka, Plzen Czech Republic
20.10.2007 Masters Of Rock Cafe, Zlin Czech Republic
22.10.2007 Kultiplex, Budapest Hungary
23.10.2007 Arena, Vienna Austria
24.10.2007 Gala Hala, Ljubljana Slovenia
25.10.2007 New Age, Treviso Italy
26.10.2007 Transilvania, Milan Italy
27.10.2007 Pagan Fest, Stadthalle, Dietikon Swizerland (with Moonsorrow, Battlelore...)
28.10.2007 Nouveau Casino, Paris France
30.10.2007 The UnderworldCamden, London United Kingdom
31.10.2007 Biebob Belgium
01.11.2007 Melkweg, Amsterdam Netherlands
02.11.2007 Vera, Groningen Netherlands
03.11.2007 Ultima Ratio Festival, Oberhausen Germany
04.11.2007 Treibsand, Lübeck Germany
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"Hide your booze and lock your daughters, for 'klaani will once again ravage Europe from North to South and from East to West! Check the tour dates for Germany, Italy, France and more."
Confirmed dates are as follows:
16.10.2007 TBA, Berlin Germany
17.10.2007 Firley, Wroclaw Poland
18.10.2007 Zluty Pes, Pardubice Czech Republic
19.10.2007 KD Serikovka, Plzen Czech Republic
20.10.2007 Masters Of Rock Cafe, Zlin Czech Republic
22.10.2007 Kultiplex, Budapest Hungary
23.10.2007 Arena, Vienna Austria
24.10.2007 Gala Hala, Ljubljana Slovenia
25.10.2007 New Age, Treviso Italy
26.10.2007 Transilvania, Milan Italy
27.10.2007 Pagan Fest, Stadthalle, Dietikon Swizerland (with Moonsorrow, Battlelore...)
28.10.2007 Nouveau Casino, Paris France
30.10.2007 The UnderworldCamden, London United Kingdom
31.10.2007 Biebob Belgium
01.11.2007 Melkweg, Amsterdam Netherlands
02.11.2007 Vera, Groningen Netherlands
03.11.2007 Ultima Ratio Festival, Oberhausen Germany
04.11.2007 Treibsand, Lübeck Germany
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| Source: | korpiklaani.com |
| Band profile: | Korpiklaani |
| Event: | Korpiklaani: European Tour |
Soilwork - New Album Details
As posted on Soilwork's official website:
"Soilwork are proud to announce that the release for their upcoming album, "Sworn To A Great Divide", has been set for October 19 2007 through Nuclear Blast Records.
"Sworn To A Great Divide" cover] tracklisting:
01. Sworn To A Great Divide
02. Exile
03. Breeding Thorns
04. Your Beloved Scapegoat
05. The Pittsburgh Syndrome
06. I, Vermin
07. Light Discovering Darkness
08. As The Sleeper Awakes
09. Silent Bullet
10. Sick Heart River
11. 20 More Miles
To watch a video statement from guitarist Ola Frenning on the new album, click here.
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"Soilwork are proud to announce that the release for their upcoming album, "Sworn To A Great Divide", has been set for October 19 2007 through Nuclear Blast Records.
"Sworn To A Great Divide" cover] tracklisting:
01. Sworn To A Great Divide
02. Exile
03. Breeding Thorns
04. Your Beloved Scapegoat
05. The Pittsburgh Syndrome
06. I, Vermin
07. Light Discovering Darkness
08. As The Sleeper Awakes
09. Silent Bullet
10. Sick Heart River
11. 20 More Miles
To watch a video statement from guitarist Ola Frenning on the new album, click here.
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| Source: | soilwork.org |
| Band profile: | Soilwork |
Agent Steel - Another New Song Online
A new track entitled 'Fashioned From Dust' from the upcoming Agent Steel album "Alienigma", has been posted at the band's at the band's official MySpace page.
"Alienigma" will be released in September 2007 via Mascot Records. The artwork was disigned by Dimitri Patelis.
"Alienigma" tracklisting:
01. Fashioned From Dust
02. Wash The Planet Clean
03. Hail To The Chief Listen]
04. Wormwod
05. Liberty Lying Bleeding
06. Hybridized
07. Tiamats Fall
08. WPD
09. Lamb To The Slaughter
10. Extinct
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"Alienigma" will be released in September 2007 via Mascot Records. The artwork was disigned by Dimitri Patelis.
"Alienigma" tracklisting:
01. Fashioned From Dust
02. Wash The Planet Clean
03. Hail To The Chief Listen]
04. Wormwod
05. Liberty Lying Bleeding
06. Hybridized
07. Tiamats Fall
08. WPD
09. Lamb To The Slaughter
10. Extinct
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Agent Steel |
Angel Dust - New Album On The Way
The following message was posted on the official website of German Thrash/Power metal band Angel Dust:
The new album will be called " VII", whom is quite obvious. The seventh album will released in 2007. A exact date is not certain yet, the recordings makes very slow progress.
"VII" Tracklisting:
01. Before My Fall
02. Shoot The Needle
03. Marching - Stampeding
04. Alien Man
05. One More Time
06. Street Of Iron Will
07. Consumed
08. Fear No Evil
Current Angel Dust Line-up:
Dirk Assmuth (drums)
Bernd Aufermann (guitar)
Christian Pohlmann (Bass)
Steven Banx (keyboard)
Carsten Kaiser (vocals)
The new album will be called " VII", whom is quite obvious. The seventh album will released in 2007. A exact date is not certain yet, the recordings makes very slow progress.
"VII" Tracklisting:
01. Before My Fall
02. Shoot The Needle
03. Marching - Stampeding
04. Alien Man
05. One More Time
06. Street Of Iron Will
07. Consumed
08. Fear No Evil
Current Angel Dust Line-up:
Dirk Assmuth (drums)
Bernd Aufermann (guitar)
Christian Pohlmann (Bass)
Steven Banx (keyboard)
Carsten Kaiser (vocals)
| Source: | angel-dust.de |
| Band profile: | Angel Dust |
Threshold - Parts Ways With Singer
The following message was posted on Threshold's official website:
"Mac has confirmed that he's left Threshold. In a statement he told fans that he knew the timing was bad but thanked them for all their support. He also wished the band all the best and expressed his gratitude to the band's original singer Damian Wilson for standing in for him at last weekend's festivals.
Threshold have confirmed that Damian will perform with them at the Subtacto Festival in Norway on 4 August. Talks are also in progress to see if he can perform at all of Threshold's remaining 2007 shows."
Previously, Threshold's singer Mac has astonished his fellow band members by deciding not to perform at Metal Camp and Earthshaker festivals in Slovenia and Germany. Fortunately the band's previous singer Damian Wilson has come to the rescue and will perform at the festivals with the band for the first time since 1997. Damian Wilson is currently lead singer for the band Headspace who recently supported Ozzy Osbourne for UK shows including Wembley Arena.
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"Mac has confirmed that he's left Threshold. In a statement he told fans that he knew the timing was bad but thanked them for all their support. He also wished the band all the best and expressed his gratitude to the band's original singer Damian Wilson for standing in for him at last weekend's festivals.
Threshold have confirmed that Damian will perform with them at the Subtacto Festival in Norway on 4 August. Talks are also in progress to see if he can perform at all of Threshold's remaining 2007 shows."
Previously, Threshold's singer Mac has astonished his fellow band members by deciding not to perform at Metal Camp and Earthshaker festivals in Slovenia and Germany. Fortunately the band's previous singer Damian Wilson has come to the rescue and will perform at the festivals with the band for the first time since 1997. Damian Wilson is currently lead singer for the band Headspace who recently supported Ozzy Osbourne for UK shows including Wembley Arena.
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| Source: | thresh.net |
| Band profile: | Threshold |