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Kamelot - Enter The Studio In June

Kamelot reportedly will enter the studio this June 2009 to record the follow-up to the blockbust CD "Ghost Opera" which spawned 4 high incredible videos, 100+ concerts in more than 22 countries and many sold out shows. Once again enlisting producers Sascha Paeth and Miro, the band plans to use studios in Germany, Norway and the USA for this next massive production. Kamelot's final concerts of 2009 will take place this Summer, including an appearance at the Sonisphere Festival with Metallica in Nijmegen, The Netherlands.

To smack your chops even more Kamelot's video producers ICode have uploaded the HD versions of the videos "Ghost Opera", "The Human Stain" and "Rule The World". Click here for access.

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Source: kamelot.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Posted: 25.04.2009 by Thryce | Comments (26)


Kamelot - To Film Upcoming European Shows For DVD, Announce 2009 European Tour

Posted on the official site of Kamelot:

"Kamelot are preparing for the upcoming shows in Europe this August. We just received confirmation from Kamelot's management company that the band plans to shoot video from each of the upcoming concerts including the utilization of the massive camera crew planned for the Wacken Festival in Germany."

The 2008 shows that will be recorded are as follows:

August 01 - Wacken Open Air Festival, Wacken, Germany
August 03 - Ankkarock Festival, Vantaa, Finland
August 15 - Metal Rock Fest, Lillehammer, Norway
August 16 - TT Circuit, Assen, Netherlands (with Iron Maiden)

Kamelot have also announced another European tour to happen in 2009. The band will be announcing ticket information soon. Here are the dates:

Rule The World European Tour 2009 - Kamelot + special guests
March 20 - 013, Tilburg, Netherlands
March 21 - Essigfabrik, Köln, Germany
March 24 - Wunfrun Hall, Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
March 25 - Button Factory, Dublin, Ireland
March 26 - The Cathouse, Glasgow, United Kingdom
March 28 - Rio's, Leeds, United Kingdom
March 29 - Astoria, London, United Kingdom
March 31 - Z7, Pratteln, Switzerland
April 01 - Havana Café, Toulouse, France
April 03 - Sala Bikini, Barcelona, Spain
April 04 - Sala Heineken, Madrid, Spain
April 05 - Sala Gamma, Murcia, Spain

Source: kamelot.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Posted: 31.07.2008 by Abattoir | Comments (6)


Kamelot - New Video Online

The new Kamelot video for the song "Rule The World" is now online at kamelot.com and the band's official MySpace site. According to a posting on the official Kamelot website, the video is getting amazing reviews from the journalists and specialists.

Also the double CD reissue "Ghost Opera - The Second Coming" is now in stores with lots of extras, bringing you a new experience into the Kamelot's universe. More info at this link.

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Source: metalunderground.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Posted: 06.04.2008 by Ellrohir | Comments (17)


Kamelot - To Reissue Ghost Opera With Bonus Features

Says in the band in their MySpace bullettin:

"Kamelot will reissue its classic "Ghost Opera" album on March 28 (Germany), March 31 (rest of Europe) and April 8 (USA/Canada) under the title of Ghost Opera - The Second Coming, enhanced with lots of interesting features. The album will be released as a double CD limited edition slipcase design. This sophisticated and comprehensive package includes the CD featuring all the songs from the regular album, plus ten additional live tracks recorded live in Belgrade, Serbia during the band's 2007 World Tour, plus the bonus tracks Season's End, The Pendulous Fall, Epilogue and the remix of Rule the World. Additionally the two videos for The Human Stain and Memento Mori (live) and on top of that, the package features new artwork and a comprehensive booklet."

Ghost Opera - The Second Coming track listing:

CD 1: Ghost Opera
01. Solitaire
02. Rule the World
03. Ghost Opera
04. The Human Stain
05. Blücher
06. Love You to Death
07. Up Through the Ashes
08. Mourning Star
09. Silence of the Darkness
10. Anthem
11. EdenEcho
12. Memento Mori (enhanced video: Live in Belgrade, Serbia)
13. The Human Stain (enhanced video)

CD 2: Live in Belgrade
01. Solitaire
02. Ghost Opera
03. The Human Stain
04. Mourning Star
05. When the Lights Are Down
06. Abandoned
07. The Haunting (with Simone Simons/EPICA)
08. Memento Mori
09. Epilogue
10. March of Mephisto
Studio cuts:
11. Season's End
12. The Pendulous Fall
13. Epilogue
14. Rule the World (remix)

Source: bulletins.myspace.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Posted: 14.02.2008 by +{Jonas}+ | Comments (12)


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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Source: kamelot.com
Band profile: Forever Slave
Event: Ghost Opera European Tour Part II
Posted: 28.01.2008 by Thryce | Comments (3)


Visions Of Atlantis - Part Ways With Two Members, Kamelot Tour Cancelled

The following message, regarding the departure of vocalist Melissa Ferlaak and guitarist Wolfgang Koch, was posted on the official website of Symphonic Metallers Visions Of Atlantis:

"Yes, you read right, Melissa, as well as her boyfriend Wolfgang are not in Visions of Atlantis anymore. We were as much shocked about that as you must be, but it is the sad truth. Some people just don't know what the word commitment means...

We (the remaining rest of VoA) want to appologize to all fans out there who believed in us and supported us, we hope you stay loyal with VoA. Of course we are trying to find a substitute for Melissa, we already have one for Wolfgang (to be announced soon). The show must go on... "

The statements from both Melissa and Wolfgang can be read here.

In the meantime, Thomas Caser, the band's drummer & management, has posted the following statement:

"Kamelot tour is cancelled, they are already looking for a replacement. So to all who have been looking forward to see Visions of Atlantis live - please don't blame it on Visions of Atlantis. Visions of Atlantis will continue and we hope that you all stay with us!

BUT we have some good news for you - our friend WERNER FIEDLER is back in the band! He was mainly responsible for the songwriting of the first two records and we are happy that he's back!!!"

Read more at this location.

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Source: visionsofatlantis.com
Band profile: Visions Of Atlantis
Event: Ghost Opera European Tour Part II
Posted: 30.11.2007 by GT | Comments (7)


Kamelot - Ghost Opera European Tour Part II 2008

Taken from the Kamelot newsletter:

"After the release of their great new album "Ghost Opera", Kamelot will hit the road again and will do shows in main areas of Europe. The album entered a lot of charts in different countries. For example: Norway #25, Sweden #29, Finland #35, USA #48 Indie, Netherlands #51, Germany #61, France #83, Switzerland #83, Greece #23, Japan #13, UK #24 Indie.

With the success of the "Ghost Opera" album fans are demanding more, more, more! Melodic metal masters Kamelot return to select Europe cities for a once in a lifetime tour and stage show. Bringing with them as special guests the Greek heavyweights Firewind and the Austrian/American female fronted group Visions Of Atlantis, this package will be one of the highlights of the year.

Founder and guitarist Thomas Youngblood adds: "The shows in connection with this album so far have been amazing, the fans and the band are as one everynight and there is an almost kinship between us. The shows will be something we will cherish forever!".

Singer/songwriter Khan adds: "This Ghost Opera Tour will be our last tour of Europe until the next studio release, so we are planning even more specials for the fans!".

Special guests on this memorable tour are Greek phenoms Firewind with virtuoso guitarist Gus G. at the helm. "I'm glad we're finally able to confirm a full European tour together with our buddies from Kamelot! As if the excitement wasn't enough when we announced the Japan tour with them, the idea popped up to do the full European run in 2008. What a great way to start the next year! We an't wait to come back and play for all our fans as well as make new ones. See you out there soon! Gus G./Firewind".

Also on tour will be female fronted gothic metal band Visions of Atlantis. This hybrid of America/Austrian members are making waves in the scene as one of the premier up and coming bands. "We are very excited to announce that we will be on tour with Kamelot through the whole of Europe! They are such fantastic and respectable musicians, and we are really proud to be partaking in this experience - this package simply rocks. It will be great to be able to play for our European friends again as well...it has been quite a while away from you all! Thanks to everyone for your support and thanks to Kamelot for giving us this wonderful experience!" Melissa/Visions Of Atlantis".

Check out the confirmed dates on Kamelot.com Tour Section"

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Source: kamelot.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Event: Ghost Opera European Tour Part II
Posted: 23.10.2007 by Thryce | Comments (13)


Kamelot - New Video Launched

Taken from the official newsletter:

"Kamelot is pleased to launch their fantastic second video for the song "The Human Stain" from the album "Ghost Opera". Click here to watch the video."

The track is the title cut off Kamelot's new album, which was released in North America on June 5.

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Source: ghostopera.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Posted: 13.09.2007 by Lupas | Comments (11)


Kamelot - Japanese Tour Dates

Kamelot's guitarist Thomas Youngblood have announced the dates for their Japanese Tour:

10 Oct 2007 | Tokyo - Shibuya O-East
11 Oct 2007 | Osaka - Shinsaibashi Club Quattro
12 Oct 2007 | Nagoya - Bottom Line
14 Oct 2007 | Yokohama - Yokohama Blitz

Greece Power Metallers Firewind will be the special guest in the tour.

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Source: kamelot.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Event: Kamelot + Firewind: Japanese Tour
Posted: 22.05.2007 by Unknown user | Comments (1)


Kamelot - New Video Online

A video for the titeltrack of the new Kamelot album "Ghost Opera" is finally out. You can watch it here or on the new Ghost Opera website.
Ghost Opera is due in store June 1, 2007.

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Source: kamelot.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Posted: 06.05.2007 by LeDruide | Comments (8)


Kamelot - Title Song Online

As previously reported (here), SPV records will release a strictly limited single CD of "Ghost Opera" cover] to be handed out to fans attending the European Tour in March, April and May 2007. The first batch of singles were given out for free at the Dutch show on March 29th.

You can listen to the song "Ghost Opera" at YouTube, here.

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Source: kamelot.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Posted: 02.04.2007 by Unknown user | Comments (12)


Kamelot - New Album Details

The following "Ghost Opera Press Release" has been posted on Kamelot's official website:

After their biggest and most successful releases "The Black Halo" and the critically acclaimed "One Cold Winter's Night" metal pioneers Kamelot return with another studio masterpiece; "Ghost Opera" which will hit stores on these dates:

Germany: June 1
Europe: June 4
USA: June 5

"Ghost Opera" will be Kamelot 's third release via SPV/Steamhammer Records.

"Ghost Opera" was recorded and mixed at Gate Studios and Pathway Studios in Wolfsburg , Germany with producers Sascha Paeth and Miro. Artwork was handled by Mattias Norén with contributions by Alexandra V. Bach, Liliana Sanchez and Derek Gores. A limited-edition digipack version of the CD will include the bonus cut "The Pendulous Fall" along with a bonus DVD containing the video for the album's title track, "Ghost Opera", shot by director Ivan Colic of Serbia's ICode Team as well as the making of the "Ghost Opera" video. The Limited Edition will contain a special extended booklet as well.

SPV records will release a strictly limited single CD of "Ghost Opera" to be handed out to fans attending the European Tour in March, April and May 2007.

"Ghost Opera" limited-edition digipack cover] tracklisting:

01. Solitaire
02. Rule The World
03. Ghost Opera
04. The Human Stain
05. Blücher
06. Love You To Death
07. Up Through The Ashes
08. Mourning Star
09. Silence Of The Darkness
10. Anthem
11. EdenEcho
12. The Pendulous Fall

Kamelot's guitarist Thomas Youngblood states: "We are very excited about the new tour and album release this year. Ghost Opera is full of new and varied elements for us and the fans. This will be our most ambitious stage show ever as well".

In good Kamelot tradition "Ghost Opera" includes an array of guests, exotic instuments and dives into new musical territory.

"This is certainly another leap forward for Kamelot, with what I think is our best, most exciting and important production to date" - says Kamelot vocalist Khan.

Kamelot's current lineup is as follows:
Khan - Vocals
Thomas Youngblood - Guitars
Glenn Barry - Bass
Oliver Palotai - Keys
Casey Grillo - Drums

Kamelot's World Tour 2007-2008 kicks off this Spring March 28 th in Europe. Special Guests in Europe and North America "Leaves' Eyes". See Tour Info section for tour dates.

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Source: kamelot.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Event: Kamelot: European Tour
Posted: 21.03.2007 by Thryce | Comments (21)


Leaves' Eyes, Kamelot - North American Tour Announced

After just completing a North American tour, which the band found to be quite successful, Leaves' Eyes will be heading the same way in August/September this year. Joining Leaves' Eyes for the tour will be Power Metal band Kamelot.

Here are the dates for the tour:

17.08.2007 - USA - West Springfield, VA @ Jaxx
18.08.2007 - USA - Poughkeepsie, NY @ The Chance Theatre
19.08.2007 - USA - New York, NY @ B.B. Kings Blues Club
20.08.2007 - USA - Hartford, CT @ Webster Theatre*
21.08.2007 - USA - Bedford, NH @ Mark's Place*
22.08.2007 - Canada - Montreal, QU @ Medley
23.08.2007 - Canada - Quebec City, QC @ Imperial
24.08.2007 - Canada - Toronto, ON @ The Opera House
25.08.2007 - USA - Cleveland, OH @ Peabody's
26.08.2007 - USA - Detroit, MI @ I-Rock*
27.08.2007 - USA - Mokena, IL @ The Pearl Room
28.08.2007 - USA - St.Paul, MN @ Station 4
30.08.2007 - USA - Denver, CO @ Bluebird Theatre
01.09.2007 - USA - Santa Ana, CA @ Galaxy Theatre
02.09.2007 - USA - Los Angeles, CA @ Key Club

* = Leaves' Eyes only

Source: leaveseyes.de
Band profile: Leaves' Eyes
Event: Kamelot/Leaves' Eyes: North American Tour 2007
Posted: 12.01.2007 by Raiden | Comments (4)


Kamelot - New Album Process

Last month, Thomas Youngblood from Kamelot posted a message on their official website telling that he's dying to reveal the ideas and titles of the new songs but he's "sworn to secrecy". They are working on the art with several artists "including one amazing new one from France", he says. Casey has finished recording the drums at Gate Studios in Wolfsburg. Thomas also says: "We are aiming for a release of Spring 2007, followed by the first leg of Europe tour, then to Japan and another run in North America in August."

There's a live video online "When the Lights are Down", taken from the Kamelot's DVD "One Cold Winter's Night". Watch it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cn-nxMKiT8I

More info on their official website: http://www.kamelot.com

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Source: kamelot.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Posted: 06.01.2007 by Dark Blood | Comments (6)


Kamelot - 'One Cold Winter's Night' CD And DVD Releases Delayed

Due to "production issues," the North American release date for Kamelot's first-ever DVD and double live CD, entitled "One Cold Winter's Night", has been moved from October 24 to November 21.

"One Cold Winter's Night" was recorded on February 11, 2006 at the historic Rockefeller Musichall in Oslo, Norway. Kamelot enlisted renowned film and video director Patric Ullaeus to chronicle the night's events. Bringing with him from Gothenberg, Sweden, Patric had a large crew of professionals and equipment, including 18 cameras, that would be used in and around the concert grounds.

Source: hailmetal.com
Band profile: Kamelot
Posted: 26.10.2006 by Damnated | Comments (3)