French metallers Adagio will headline FKRock Festival in Kherson, Ukraine on May 21st 2010.

Comments the band: "After a succesful European tour supporting Kamelot, we're very happy to play in Ukraine for the first time. This festival seems to be one of the most important rock event in Ukraine (Within Temptation headlined last year) and we're very much looking forward to meeting the Ukrainian metalheads next month. The show will be entirely filmed in HD as we're planning to release a DVD sometime next year. So far, we have a lot of video footage featuring some cool live stuff and above all, some very crazy moments (...particuarly in Japan and Spain). Of course, shows with Mats Levén are awesome, we have had loads of fun together, both on stage and off stage. The last show in Belgium with Scorpions in front of over 6000 people was a blast. We're very much looking forward to playing the upcoming shows in Tunisia (May 15th) and Ukraine (May 21st) together again."

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Source:	adagio-online.com
Band profile:	Adagio

Metallica has announced tour dates for Australia and New Zealand this autumn.

A statement by the band reads as follows: "We know, we know... it has been WAY too long since we visited this part of the world, but we're here to tell you that it is game on! We can't wait to head over to New Zealand and many parts of Australia bringing the World Magnetic Tour to places it has not rocked yet. Starting October 13, 2010 in Auckland, NZ, we'll also be in Brisbane, Perth, Sydney, Adelaide, and Melbourne... dates and venues are below.

Tickets go on sale Thursday, May 13 at 9:00 AM in the local time zone. As usual, Met Club members should check http://www.metclub.com for all the pre-sale details.

We look forward to seeing all our friends there who have patiently (or maybe not so patiently!) waited over six years!"

Oct. 13 - Auckland, New Zealand - Vector Arena
Oct. 18 - Brisbane, Australia - Entertainment Centre
Oct. 22 - Perth, Australia - Burswood Dome
Nov. 10 - Sydney, Australia - Acer Arena
Nov. 15 - Adelaide, Australia - Entertainment Centre
Nov. 18 - Melbourne, Australia - Rod Laver Arena

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Source:	metallica.com
Band profile:	Metallica
Event:	Metallica: World Magnetic Tour

Norwegian doom metal band Funeral has issued the following update:

"Funeral have parted ways with singer Frode Forsmo (ex-Old Man's Child). We wish Frode the best of luck in the future. We are very pleased to welcome our new vocalist, Sindre Nedland in our ranks. He is known for composing some truly amazing harmonies in both Myrkgrav and In Vain, and inhibits a unique variety in his voice and singing-style.

Funeral have also ended the cooperation with Indie Recordings, and we are currently in negotiations with other labels. The new album is about 90% recorded, and will hopefully see a worldwide autumn release."

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Source:	funeralband.no
Band profile:	Funeral

Burden Of Grief are set to release their new album Follow The Flames. Here are the details:

"After many weeks of quiescence we are back with a vengeance and with tons of news for you guys. Our new album Follow The Flames is completely finished and ready to take off. We have recorded 10 songs, which in our opinion are the strongest Burden Of Grief songs so far. And in addition to these songs we have recorded 8(!) coversongs for a limited-edition 2-CD version. And to put a crown on top of this, we had the honour to have some highly reputated guest-musicians singing together with Mike.

Follow The Flames cover art] tracklist:

01. Ignition (Intro)
02. Follow The Flames
03. Born In Fire
04. The Arms Of Death
05. Disruption Of A Confused Mind
06. Doomed To Fail
07. No Way Out
08. Mirror Of Truth
09. Burning Red Eyes
10. Fallen
11. Rise Like A Phoenix

Bonus-CD:

01. Aces High
02. The Four Horsemen
03. Break On Through Edge Of Sanity)]
04. Mouth For War
05. Fool For Your Loving
06. Refuse/ Resist Holy Moses)]
07. Hell Ain't A Bad Place To Be
08. Valhalla Tankard)]

The mix and mastering of that album was done by Swedish metal-icon Dan Swanö (Edge Of Sanity, Opeth, Dissection, Bloodbath). The cover artwork was done by Gustavo Saves (Arch Enemy, Sonic Syndicate, God Forbid).

And we are very happy to announce that we have inked a new deal with our old record-label Massacre Records again. The album will be released this summer and we are looking forward to a successful cooperation."

A song-preview can be found here.

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Source:	burdenofgrief.com
Band profile:	Burden Of Grief

Lacrimas Profundere have revealed their new video for the "The Letter". The song comes off the band's new upcoming album The Grandios Nowhere, which is scheduled for a European release on April 30th via Napalm Records.


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Source:	youtube.com
Band profile:	Lacrimas Profundere

"Arise From Decay", a new song from German metallers Dew-Scented, is available for streaming at the band's MySpace page.

"Arise From Decay" comes off the band's forthcoming album, Invocation, which is scheduled for release on May 24 in Europe via Metal Blade Records and on May 25 in North America through Prosthetic Records.

Invocation cover art] tracklist:

01. Downfall
02. Arise From Decay
03. The Invocation
04. Have No Mercy On Us
05. Artificial Life
06. Condemnation
07. Totem
08. Torn To Shreds
09. Revel In Contempt
10. A Critical Mass
11. Global Hysteria
12. Slaves Of Consent
13. On The Brink
14. Thrashard D.R.I. cover]

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Source:	myspace.com
Band profile:	Dew-Scented

"Lord Of The Wasteland", the new video from US metallers Toxic Holocaust, can be viewed at this location. The clip was shot at various live gigs during the band's extensive 2009 tour schedule.

"Lord Of The Wasteland" comes off the band's latest album, An Overdose Of Death..., which was released on September 2008 via Relapse Records.

In other news, Toxic Holocaust are currently writing for the follow-up album to An Overdose Of Death... with plans to begin recording this summer. Additional recording information will be made available shortly.


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Source:	blogs.myspace.com
Band profile:	Toxic Holocaust

Finnish metal band Tarot has released a brand new official video clip for a song "I Walk Forever". The video clip has been shot in Cairo, Egypt. The song comes off the band's new upcoming album entilted Gravity Of Light which will be released on April 24th via Nuclear Blast.


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Source:	youtube.com
Band profile:	Tarot

Soulfly will be traveling overseas for a string of UK shows next month in the days leading up to the release of the new album Omen. Dates for the full European tour are expected to extend throuhgout the entire summer and will be posted as they're are confirmed. Omen will be in stores everywhere by May 25, 2010. All album info here.

May 16 - Southampton - Brook
May 17 - London - Islington Academy
May 18 - Preston - 53 Degrees
May 19 - Edinburgh - Studio 24
May 20 - York - Duchess
May 21 - Wrexham - Central Station
May 22 - Northampton - Roadmenders

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Source:	soulflyweb.com
Band profile:	Soulfly
Event:	Soulfly: UK Tour

In a statement on the band's website, the US heavy metal band Icarus Witch announce the news they have parted ways with their singer, and already announced his replacement. Here's the full message:

"We are excited to announce yet another massive shift in our ranks as we welcome new vocalist Christopher Shaner to the Icarus Witch circle and part ways amicably with original vocalist, Matthew Bizilia. Matthew's contributions to the band have been immeasurable over the past six years. While this was a serious decision for both parties, professional differences of opinion led to the change. Bizilia is a phenomenal talent who will always be a part of the Witch family as we wish him much success on his future ventures.

Incoming vocalist and Erie, Pennsylvania native Shaner is a long time friend and collaborator of guitarist Quinn Lukas. Before Quinn moved to Pittsburgh to join Icarus Witch in 2006, he had worked on various musical projects with the singer. Much like the recent acquisition of second guitarist Ed Skero, the choice to add Christopher to the band was based on a combination of what he brings to the lineup personally, musically and professionally. His powerful vocal range, sense of harmony and intense work ethic are a perfect fit for the next phase of this band. Writing for the follow-up to Draw Down The Moon has already commenced with the new recruits and it promises to be the band's most diverse, melodic and epic release ever.

Friends of the Witch can get a taste of the new line-up as Christopher and Ed make their debut at Pittsburgh's Hard Rock Cafe Friday, May 28th, where the band will be opening for Lizzy Borden. Also on the itinerary are the Warriors Of Metal III Festival in Ohio this June, and some exciting tour news to follow in mere days.''

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Source:	icaruswitch.com
Band profile:	Icarus Witch

Dark Tranquillity have announced a Latin American tour, scheduled for June this year. The band comments: "We're very excited to finally return and perform for some of the most devoted DT fans on earth and are looking forward to visiting no less than three new countries for the first time: Peru, Uruguay and Brazil."

The full tour schedule is as follows:

June 03 - Mexico city, Mexico - Circo Volador
June 04 - Puebla, Mexico - Salon JP de Puebla
June 05 - Bogota, Colombia - Teatro Metropol*
June 06 - Caracas, Venezuela - CECIM**
June 08 - Lima, Peru - Voce
June 09 - Santiago, Chile - Teatro Novedades
June 10 - Buenos Aires, Argentina - Teatro Flores
June 11 - Monte Video, Uruguay - Complejo Troya
June 12 - São Paolo, Brazil - TBA
June 13 - Curitiba, Brazil - TBA

* With Hirax
** With Cynic

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Source:	darktranquillity.com
Band profile:	Dark Tranquillity
Event:	Dark Tranquillity

US progressive metallers Redemption are forced to cancel their European tour. Guitarist Nick van Dyk explains:

"I am sorry to say that we are faced with the reality of having to cancel Redemption's intended European shows the summer.

Part of our unique sound comes from our vocalist, Ray Alder of Fates Warning. As a long-time fan of Fates myself, I have always maintained that Redemption would not interfere with Ray's commitment to Fates, and we have worked very carefully and diligently since Ray joined Redemption in 2005 to ensure that both bands would be able to record and perform without conflict.

We intended to play several shows in several countries this summer in support of our new CD, Snowfall on Judgment Day. Our management and local promoters in Europe worked hard to line up some great shows that we were very much looking forward to playing. Originally, there was no conflict, even when Fates announced some special shows and festivals to commemorate the 20th anniversary of their fantastic Parallels CD.

However, some additional shows were then added on Fates' schedule. We intended to carry on and simply reschedule some of our dates, shortening the tour to ensure that there would not be a conflict. Again, our management and local promoters worked hard to ensure we'd be able to do this. It became economically more difficult, but Redemption was prepared to accept that since we really wanted to play for our fans in Europe. As of a week ago, we still intended to move forward.

However, after considering it, Ray determine that the schedule -- which would have involved him performing headline sets with us, then taking a very long flight, having only a brief time to recover before performing headline sets with Fates, then having to fly back to Europe and perform again -- is simply too much to take on. There's just no way to do it while performing at the level that I know Ray wants to.

So I'm left with the unfortunate reality that we're not going to be able to play Europe this summer. Please understand we've done everything we can to find a solution -- but none were available to us. We look forward to coming to Europe at another time, and thank you for your interest and support."

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Source:	redemptionweb.com
Band profile:	Redemption

Finnish metallers Shade Empire have announced the following update:

"Shade Empire has ended co-operation with Dynamic Arts. Cooperation ran for the last two albums. Now it was time to denounce and to direct all eyes to the future. Terminating the contract took place at the end of last year but for technical reasons is informed only now. Shade Empire wishes Dynamic Arts and its bands a safe trip and all the best to meet future challenges.

Shade Empire is currently preparing for the fourth album. By whom and when is the publishing going to take place, we don't know yet. The band intends to look at all the cards safely and carefully through and be open to all potential offers (contact information can be seen at the official website). Interest, however, has already been showed also abroad..."

More updates as we get them.

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Source:	shadeempire.com
Band profile:	Shade Empire

US Trashers Bonded By Blood have made a new track, called "Prototype: Death Machine", available for streaming online. Go to this location to check it out.

The song comes off the group's recently completed new album, Exiled To Earth, which is scheduled for release on 28th June (UK, Europe) and June 29th (US) this year via Earache Records. The album was recorded in Arizona with producer Ralph Patlan (Megadeth, U.F.O., White Wizzard).

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Source:	myspace.com
Band profile:	Bonded By Blood

US Black metal band Nachtmystium have revealed more details about their upcoming album. The new full-length, which will be entilted Addicts: Black Meddle Pt. II, is set for a release on June 8th via Century Media. The disc was recorded once again with Sanford Parker (Minsk) at Volume Studios. The band has enlisted the talents of Wrest (Leviathan, Lurker Of Chalice, Twilight) to record all drum tracks as well as Will Lindsay (Wolves In The Throne Room, Middian) on bass for this new album.

There will also be a limited edition, double gatefold vinyl featuring the bonus track "Macrocosmic" and an iTunes exclusive bonus track featuring "Every Last Drop" remixed by James Plotkin (Khanate, Phantomsmasher). Artwork was done by Jimmy Hubbard and Seldon Hunt and the album features guest vocals by Bruce Lamont (Yakuza) and guitar solos by Russ Strahan (Pentagram) and Matt Johnson (Pharoh).

Blake Judd further describes his excitement over this upcoming album: "Our love for post rock and industrial (a la Ministry, Killing Joke, etc) is even more present this time around. We feel that we made a record that will continue to push extreme music into uncharted territories. We hope to see you all soon."

Addicts: Black Meddle Pt. II tracklist :

01. Cry For Help
02. High on Hate
03. Nightfall
04. No Funeral
05. Then Fires
06. Addicts
07. The End Is Eternal
08. Blood Trance Fusion
09. Ruined Life Continuum
10. Every Last Drop

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Source:	centurymedia.com
Band profile:	Nachtmystium