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Eluveitie - Exclusive Album Preview
Switzerland Gothenburg/Folk Metal band Eluveitie have posted the following blog on their MySpace:
"For all those of you who haven't heard and seen yet: Since TODAY Eluveitie is featured on MYSPACE MUSIC? with: AN EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW OF COMPLETE UPCOMING ALBUM "SLANIA"! Each song of the album is online! So, go and check it out! And let us know if you like it."
The stream comes courtesy of MySpace Metal and will last until February 15th.
"Furthermore, for those that live near our area: We're looking forward to celebrate the release of our "new baby" and we'd be happy to have you celebrating with us! So, don't miss our release party on 16th of February 2008 @ http://www.gaswerk.ch in Winterthur/Switzerland! It will be an amazing evening, also together with Morrigu and Königs Halunken from Helvetia! And furthermore it will be one of the FIRST POSSIBILITIES TO LAY YOUR HANDS ON SLANIA! So, we hope to see you there. Horns raised"
A flyer of the event can be found here.
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"For all those of you who haven't heard and seen yet: Since TODAY Eluveitie is featured on MYSPACE MUSIC? with: AN EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW OF COMPLETE UPCOMING ALBUM "SLANIA"! Each song of the album is online! So, go and check it out! And let us know if you like it."
The stream comes courtesy of MySpace Metal and will last until February 15th.
"Furthermore, for those that live near our area: We're looking forward to celebrate the release of our "new baby" and we'd be happy to have you celebrating with us! So, don't miss our release party on 16th of February 2008 @ http://www.gaswerk.ch in Winterthur/Switzerland! It will be an amazing evening, also together with Morrigu and Königs Halunken from Helvetia! And furthermore it will be one of the FIRST POSSIBILITIES TO LAY YOUR HANDS ON SLANIA! So, we hope to see you there. Horns raised"
A flyer of the event can be found here.
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Eluveitie |
| Event: | Eluveitie: Slania Release Party |
Meshuggah - New Track Online
You can check out a new song from Meshuggah entitled "Bleed" online over at their official MySpace page.
The track comes off the band's forthcoming sixth full-length "ObZen", slated for a European release on March 7th and aNorth American release on March 11th, 2008 via Nuclear Blast Records.
The tracklist is as follows:
01. Combustion
02. Electric Red
03. Bleed
04. Lethargica
05. ObZen
06. The Spiteful Snake
07. Pineal Gland Optics
08. Pravus
09. Dancers To A Discordant System
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The track comes off the band's forthcoming sixth full-length "ObZen", slated for a European release on March 7th and aNorth American release on March 11th, 2008 via Nuclear Blast Records.
The tracklist is as follows:
01. Combustion
02. Electric Red
03. Bleed
04. Lethargica
05. ObZen
06. The Spiteful Snake
07. Pineal Gland Optics
08. Pravus
09. Dancers To A Discordant System
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| Source: | myspace.com |
| Band profile: | Meshuggah |
Mayhem - Win Spellemann Metal Award
Season Of Mist are very proud to inform that legendary Norwegian black metallers Mayhem were honoured in the "Metal" category at the 36th annual Spellemann Awards (the Norwegian equivalent to the Grammy Awards) for their latest release, "Ordo Ad Chao". The largest and oldest Norwegian music awards show was held last Saturday, February 2nd at the Spektrum in Oslo, Norway and was broadcast live on the Norwegian channel TV2.
Click here for a picture of the winning band receiving their Award.
The nominees in the "Metal" category were as follows:
Mayhem - "Ordo Ad Chao"
Red Harvest - "A Greater Darkness"
Dimmu Borgir - "In Sorte Diaboli"
Audrey Horne - "Le Fol"
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Click here for a picture of the winning band receiving their Award.
The nominees in the "Metal" category were as follows:
Mayhem - "Ordo Ad Chao"
Red Harvest - "A Greater Darkness"
Dimmu Borgir - "In Sorte Diaboli"
Audrey Horne - "Le Fol"
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| Source: | season-of-mist.com |
| Band profile: | Mayhem |
Septic Flesh - New Song Online
As a teaser prior to the release of Septic Flesh's upcoming album "Communion", you can now on listen to the "Lovecraft's Death" song here.
"This song is a tribute to the well known grandmaster of science fiction / horror, H.P. Lovecraft," the band comments. "It is an imaginary story describing his final hour in this world... The lyrics are basically a strange puzzle created from the titles of his books, that are combined together in order to create the specific meaning. Enjoy the nightmare!"
"Communion" will hit the stores on March 17th, and March 25th in the USA through Seasons Of Mist.
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"This song is a tribute to the well known grandmaster of science fiction / horror, H.P. Lovecraft," the band comments. "It is an imaginary story describing his final hour in this world... The lyrics are basically a strange puzzle created from the titles of his books, that are combined together in order to create the specific meaning. Enjoy the nightmare!"
"Communion" will hit the stores on March 17th, and March 25th in the USA through Seasons Of Mist.
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| Source: | season-of-mist.com |
| Band profile: | Septicflesh |
Eldritch - Writing Songs For New Album
Italy's Eldritch have posted the following message on their website:
"Yo folks!! So, here we are again.... The band is working hard for the March 22nd event (plus the live DVD recording of such show). Oleg Smirnoff will surely play the old tracks from the 1st 3 albums. For the rest, there will probably be some special guest on stage, but nothing official yet... the songwriting for the new album will begin in the months to come.... What else??? Hope to see the most of you guys at the DVD gig and in the meantime the band wishes everybody to keep the faith!! Rock on..."
Eldritch will be recording their first official live DVD at the Music Street Club in Lugnano, Pisa, in Italy, on March 22nd.
"Yo folks!! So, here we are again.... The band is working hard for the March 22nd event (plus the live DVD recording of such show). Oleg Smirnoff will surely play the old tracks from the 1st 3 albums. For the rest, there will probably be some special guest on stage, but nothing official yet... the songwriting for the new album will begin in the months to come.... What else??? Hope to see the most of you guys at the DVD gig and in the meantime the band wishes everybody to keep the faith!! Rock on..."
Eldritch will be recording their first official live DVD at the Music Street Club in Lugnano, Pisa, in Italy, on March 22nd.
| Source: | eldritchweb.com |
| Band profile: | Eldritch |
| Event: | Eldritch: DVD Recording Show |
Death Angel - E-Card Online
Nuclear Blast Records USA have released an e-card for Death Angel's upcoming album "Killing Season". Check it out at this location. "Killing Season" will be released on February 26th
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| Source: | nuclearblastusa.com |
| Band profile: | Death Angel |
Opeth - New Album Details
BW&BK has received the following press release:
New York, NY: "Swedish progressive metal titans Opeth, often credited as being forward thinkers who are a genre of one, are proud to announce "Watershed" as the title of their forthcoming album, due out on Roadrunner Records on June 2nd, 2008. The album, recorded in the band's native Sweden and produced by frontman/guitarist Mikael Åkerfeldt and Jens Bogren, is a masterwork that follows the time-honored Opeth tradition; its modern yet timeless, progressive yet paying homage to the sounds of classic rock.
"Watershed" is truly one of those special records that cycles through a variety of moods, speeds and textures, complete with lots of subtleties and nuances of sound. Because of its expansive scope, "Watershed" is destined to land the album atop many "Best Of" lists. Album opener "Coil" is a gorgeous acoustic number, featuring local folk vocalist Nathalie Lorichs, while "Heir Apparent" will knock listeners unconscious with its blunt force metal. Always one to defy the rules, Opeth posits sung vocals over artillery-like blast beats on "The Lotus Eater", cementing their reputation as innovators and redefiners.
"Watershed" combines elements of modern metal, prog rock, free jazz and hints of European folk music, all of which come together for a seamless, unique collection of songs that will leave an indelible mark upon all who listen. "Watershed" is the first Opeth release to feature new guitarist Fredrik Akesson and drummer Martin Axenrot and is the band's second effort for Roadrunner Records. "Watershed" is the eagerly awaited follow up to 2005's critically acclaimed Ghost Reveries."
The complete track listing is as follows:
01. Coil
02. Heir Apparent
03. The Lotus Eater
04. Burden
05. Porcelain Heart
06. Hessian Peel
07. Hex Omega
New York, NY: "Swedish progressive metal titans Opeth, often credited as being forward thinkers who are a genre of one, are proud to announce "Watershed" as the title of their forthcoming album, due out on Roadrunner Records on June 2nd, 2008. The album, recorded in the band's native Sweden and produced by frontman/guitarist Mikael Åkerfeldt and Jens Bogren, is a masterwork that follows the time-honored Opeth tradition; its modern yet timeless, progressive yet paying homage to the sounds of classic rock.
"Watershed" is truly one of those special records that cycles through a variety of moods, speeds and textures, complete with lots of subtleties and nuances of sound. Because of its expansive scope, "Watershed" is destined to land the album atop many "Best Of" lists. Album opener "Coil" is a gorgeous acoustic number, featuring local folk vocalist Nathalie Lorichs, while "Heir Apparent" will knock listeners unconscious with its blunt force metal. Always one to defy the rules, Opeth posits sung vocals over artillery-like blast beats on "The Lotus Eater", cementing their reputation as innovators and redefiners.
"Watershed" combines elements of modern metal, prog rock, free jazz and hints of European folk music, all of which come together for a seamless, unique collection of songs that will leave an indelible mark upon all who listen. "Watershed" is the first Opeth release to feature new guitarist Fredrik Akesson and drummer Martin Axenrot and is the band's second effort for Roadrunner Records. "Watershed" is the eagerly awaited follow up to 2005's critically acclaimed Ghost Reveries."
The complete track listing is as follows:
01. Coil
02. Heir Apparent
03. The Lotus Eater
04. Burden
05. Porcelain Heart
06. Hessian Peel
07. Hex Omega
| Source: | bravewords.com |
| Band profile: | Opeth |
Exciter - New Song Streaming Online
A new song called "Massacre Mountain" from Canadian thrash legends Exciter is currently streaming at this location.
The track is pulled from the band's new albumv"Thrash, Speed, Burn", which will be released via Massacre Records on February 22nd. The full tracklist is as follows:
01. Massacre Mountain
02, Thrash Speed Burn
03, In Mortal Fear
04. Crucifixion
05. Demon's Gate
06. Hangman
07. Evil Omen
08. Betrayal
09. The Punisher
10. Rot The Devil King
"Thrash, Speed, Burn" cover] will be issued as a regular CD and limited CD digipak. More info about the album at this location.
Exciter's 2007 line-up features original guitarist John Ricci, Rik Charron (drums), Clammy (bass) and new singer Kenny Winter.
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The track is pulled from the band's new albumv"Thrash, Speed, Burn", which will be released via Massacre Records on February 22nd. The full tracklist is as follows:
01. Massacre Mountain
02, Thrash Speed Burn
03, In Mortal Fear
04. Crucifixion
05. Demon's Gate
06. Hangman
07. Evil Omen
08. Betrayal
09. The Punisher
10. Rot The Devil King
"Thrash, Speed, Burn" cover] will be issued as a regular CD and limited CD digipak. More info about the album at this location.
Exciter's 2007 line-up features original guitarist John Ricci, Rik Charron (drums), Clammy (bass) and new singer Kenny Winter.
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| Source: | bravewords.com |
| Band profile: | Exciter |
Hail Of Bullets - Ready To Enter The Studio
Hail Of Bullets will enter Excess studios in Rotterdam, Holland in February to begin recording their debut album for a May release via Metal Blade Records.
Comments drummer Ed Warby: "Yesterday we had our last band rehearsal before we enter the studio. Worked out some final arrangements and played the last two songs we wrote for the first time. One is the epic closer to the album (we'll have fun building this one up in the studio), and another is the proposed bonus track; a groovy beast of a tune that actually has a dual guitar solo in it. Martin couldn't attend, so we'll leave the vocal fine-tuning for the studio. I'm also working on a nice, moody intro for the album. Some strings, some bombs... it's turning out a lot cooler than I expected; God bless ProTools! Meanwhile our creative department is hard at work on putting together the artwork, it's starting to look very promising indeed. And finally we're close to securing a U.S. deal... more information will follow shortly."
Hail Of Bullets' entire four-song promotional CD is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page http://www.myspace.com.
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Comments drummer Ed Warby: "Yesterday we had our last band rehearsal before we enter the studio. Worked out some final arrangements and played the last two songs we wrote for the first time. One is the epic closer to the album (we'll have fun building this one up in the studio), and another is the proposed bonus track; a groovy beast of a tune that actually has a dual guitar solo in it. Martin couldn't attend, so we'll leave the vocal fine-tuning for the studio. I'm also working on a nice, moody intro for the album. Some strings, some bombs... it's turning out a lot cooler than I expected; God bless ProTools! Meanwhile our creative department is hard at work on putting together the artwork, it's starting to look very promising indeed. And finally we're close to securing a U.S. deal... more information will follow shortly."
Hail Of Bullets' entire four-song promotional CD is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page http://www.myspace.com.
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| Source: | metalblade.de |
| Band profile: | Hail Of Bullets |
Onslaught - Guitarist Leaves The Band
Guitarist Alan Jordan of the reactivated British Thrashers Onslaught has released the following statement to Blabbermouth.net:
"It is with immediate effect that I will no longer be a part of Onslaught. I had the best part of three very happy years with the band and recorded what I considered to be a great album and DVD, both of which I'm very proud to be a part of.
Some internal circumstances within Onslaught changed and certain ideas were moving in a very different direction to what I envisaged.
I have no long-term plans at this moment in time, but would like to thank all the fans across the globe that I have met and spent time with. Respect to you all."
"It is with immediate effect that I will no longer be a part of Onslaught. I had the best part of three very happy years with the band and recorded what I considered to be a great album and DVD, both of which I'm very proud to be a part of.
Some internal circumstances within Onslaught changed and certain ideas were moving in a very different direction to what I envisaged.
I have no long-term plans at this moment in time, but would like to thank all the fans across the globe that I have met and spent time with. Respect to you all."
| Source: | roadrunnerrecords.com |
| Band profile: | Onslaught |
Omnium Gatherum - New Album This Year
Finnish Melodic Death Metallers Omnium Gatherum have issued the following update:
"OG will begin to record the 4th magnum opus extravaganza in March and this time the album will be done in three different studios; recordings will be done at Sound Supreme Studios by Janne Saksa and at SouthEastSounds by Teemu Aalto and the mixing and mastering will be done at legendary Unisound Studio at Örebro, Sweden by Dan Swanö (Nightingale, ex-Edge Of Sanity, ex-Bloodbath etc.) who´ve produced the albums for Opeth, Katatonia and Dissection for example. So, we could say that we´re really enthusiastic about this, surprise!
First time the album composing process have been really easy task and this pure fresh spirit can really be heard from the songs. The next level have been entered, so beware folks - autumn 2008 will be time for THE OG INVASION!"
In other news the band have posted the following: "Evile have cancelled "The Great British Fiction Tour" and this means that OG will be the main support act and are playing just before Dark Tranquillity - which means a little bit longer set list! Evile will be compensated with local opening acts. See ya in UK!!"
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"OG will begin to record the 4th magnum opus extravaganza in March and this time the album will be done in three different studios; recordings will be done at Sound Supreme Studios by Janne Saksa and at SouthEastSounds by Teemu Aalto and the mixing and mastering will be done at legendary Unisound Studio at Örebro, Sweden by Dan Swanö (Nightingale, ex-Edge Of Sanity, ex-Bloodbath etc.) who´ve produced the albums for Opeth, Katatonia and Dissection for example. So, we could say that we´re really enthusiastic about this, surprise!
First time the album composing process have been really easy task and this pure fresh spirit can really be heard from the songs. The next level have been entered, so beware folks - autumn 2008 will be time for THE OG INVASION!"
In other news the band have posted the following: "Evile have cancelled "The Great British Fiction Tour" and this means that OG will be the main support act and are playing just before Dark Tranquillity - which means a little bit longer set list! Evile will be compensated with local opening acts. See ya in UK!!"
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| Source: | omniumgatherum.org |
| Band profile: | Omnium Gatherum |
| Event: | Dark Tranquillity: UK Tour |
Deep Purple - Latin America Tour
The following message can be found on the official Deep Purple website:
"These dates are confirmed by the Deep Purple management. If you hear or see any other dates that are not listed here then they are not yet confirmed or are only rumored dates. Deep Purple and the management can not be held responsible for falsely posted dates at other sites. Also, please be aware that cancelations, although rare as they are, may happen due to circumstances beyond the control of Deep Purple, their management and promoters. The dates you see here are the dates the web team know of. We post dates as soon as we receive them from the management. There is no point in e-mailing and asking if the band will play in your town/country anytime soon as what you see here is what we know. If you are a promoter looking to book the band, please send an e-mail with a brief presentation of your company, dates etc to info(AT)deep-purple(DOT)com. Thank you for understanding."
14.02.2008 - Mexico, Monterrey Arena - Monterrey
16.02.2008 - Mexico, Plaza de Toros - Mexico City
17.02.2008 - Mexico, Plaza de Toros - Guadalajara
20.02.2008 - Peru, Tribuna Estadio Nacional - Lima
22.02.2008 - Brazil, Citibank Hall - Rio de Janeiro
23.02.2008 - Brazil, Helloch - Curitiba
24.02.2008 - Brazil, Credicard Hall - Sao Paulo
26.02.2008 - Argentina, Luna Park - Buenos Aires
28.02.2008 - Chile, Estadio Regional - Concepcion
01.03.2008 - Chile, Teatro Caopolican - Santiago
06.03.2008 - Ecuador, Coliseo Ruminhaui - Quito
08.03.2008 - Venezuela, Concha Acustica - Caracas
"These dates are confirmed by the Deep Purple management. If you hear or see any other dates that are not listed here then they are not yet confirmed or are only rumored dates. Deep Purple and the management can not be held responsible for falsely posted dates at other sites. Also, please be aware that cancelations, although rare as they are, may happen due to circumstances beyond the control of Deep Purple, their management and promoters. The dates you see here are the dates the web team know of. We post dates as soon as we receive them from the management. There is no point in e-mailing and asking if the band will play in your town/country anytime soon as what you see here is what we know. If you are a promoter looking to book the band, please send an e-mail with a brief presentation of your company, dates etc to info(AT)deep-purple(DOT)com. Thank you for understanding."
14.02.2008 - Mexico, Monterrey Arena - Monterrey
16.02.2008 - Mexico, Plaza de Toros - Mexico City
17.02.2008 - Mexico, Plaza de Toros - Guadalajara
20.02.2008 - Peru, Tribuna Estadio Nacional - Lima
22.02.2008 - Brazil, Citibank Hall - Rio de Janeiro
23.02.2008 - Brazil, Helloch - Curitiba
24.02.2008 - Brazil, Credicard Hall - Sao Paulo
26.02.2008 - Argentina, Luna Park - Buenos Aires
28.02.2008 - Chile, Estadio Regional - Concepcion
01.03.2008 - Chile, Teatro Caopolican - Santiago
06.03.2008 - Ecuador, Coliseo Ruminhaui - Quito
08.03.2008 - Venezuela, Concha Acustica - Caracas
| Source: | deep-purple.com |
| Band profile: | Deep Purple |
| Event: | Deep Purple: Latin America Tour |
Axamenta - Frontman Has To Leave The Band
Belgium's highly appreciated and long-standing Metallers Axamenta have lost their frontman and singer Peter Meynckens. A statement by the band goes as follows:
"Very unfortunate news from the Axa-front, our frontman Peter has to quit singing in Axamenta, on doctor's orders.
Here's Peter official statement: "After more than 9 and a half years it has come to pass that I say goodbye to Axa. This has been a tough decision but alas it is a decision taken on doctor's orders. My heart is still with the guys and the music but my voice can't take anymore damage than it has taken over the years. It has been a great ride and I wish I could ride the cloud of Axa untill eternity. The gigs that are planned will go on with me as the singer.
You can check this Axa line-up this weekend at the sandstorm gig Link]. Come and support us!
Cheers, Peter"
We will surely still cherish a lot of good and fun moments with Peter, as we believe he will only leave the band in functional terms, of course not in close entourage, so to say.
In relation to Peter's departure from the band, we've posted an application form for those who are interested in auditioning for vocalist of Axamenta. You can read the application form here."
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"Very unfortunate news from the Axa-front, our frontman Peter has to quit singing in Axamenta, on doctor's orders.
Here's Peter official statement: "After more than 9 and a half years it has come to pass that I say goodbye to Axa. This has been a tough decision but alas it is a decision taken on doctor's orders. My heart is still with the guys and the music but my voice can't take anymore damage than it has taken over the years. It has been a great ride and I wish I could ride the cloud of Axa untill eternity. The gigs that are planned will go on with me as the singer.
You can check this Axa line-up this weekend at the sandstorm gig Link]. Come and support us!
Cheers, Peter"
We will surely still cherish a lot of good and fun moments with Peter, as we believe he will only leave the band in functional terms, of course not in close entourage, so to say.
In relation to Peter's departure from the band, we've posted an application form for those who are interested in auditioning for vocalist of Axamenta. You can read the application form here."
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| Source: | axamenta.com |
| Band profile: | Axamenta |
Forever Slave - To Support Kamelot On Tour
Kamelot have posted the following update: "After cancellation of Visions Of Atlantis, we are happy to announce the new opening band Forever Slave from Spain on upcoming European Tour 2008. Welcome boys & girl!"
More info on Gothic Metal band Forever Slave at http://www.foreverslave.com and http://www.myspace.com/foreverslavemusic.
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More info on Gothic Metal band Forever Slave at http://www.foreverslave.com and http://www.myspace.com/foreverslavemusic.
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| Source: | kamelot.com |
| Band profile: | Forever Slave |
| Event: | Ghost Opera European Tour Part II |
Byzantine - Disband After Eight Years
US Post-Thrash/Groove Metallers Byzantine have issued the following statement:
"In regards to the current state of Byzantine: As of today (Saturday, January 26) Byzantine is no longer a functioning band. Due to various circumstances the band will not be touring or performing together. We would like to first thank everyone that has supported this band throughout the years. You are the people that really made everything worthwhile and we are amazed at the wonderful response we have had from all of you. Because of you, we were part of something special and without you none of this would have been possible. Next, we would like to thank all the kickass bands that we have played shows with and hung out with. These were good times that we won't soon forget. It's with heavy hearts that we move on from this. Sincerely, from all of us in Byzantine, thank you so very much for the great experience that this was. Stay metal everyone. Montani Semper Liberi."
More info and downloads at this location.
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"In regards to the current state of Byzantine: As of today (Saturday, January 26) Byzantine is no longer a functioning band. Due to various circumstances the band will not be touring or performing together. We would like to first thank everyone that has supported this band throughout the years. You are the people that really made everything worthwhile and we are amazed at the wonderful response we have had from all of you. Because of you, we were part of something special and without you none of this would have been possible. Next, we would like to thank all the kickass bands that we have played shows with and hung out with. These were good times that we won't soon forget. It's with heavy hearts that we move on from this. Sincerely, from all of us in Byzantine, thank you so very much for the great experience that this was. Stay metal everyone. Montani Semper Liberi."
More info and downloads at this location.
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| Source: | myspace.com |