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Midnight Odyssey - Announce New Double Album For Next Year
Dis Pater, the mastermind behind Australian atmospheric black metal outfit Midnight Odyssey, has revealed that the band will release a new album next year. Shards Of Silver Fade will be Midnight Odyssey's new double album scheduled for a 2015 release via I, Voidhanger Records.
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| Source: | facebook.com |
| Band profile: | Midnight Odyssey |
Crimson Glory - Former Singer Midnight Passed Away
On July 8, 2009, founding member and original Crimson Glory frontman Midnight passed away at 3:30am surrounded by his family. An official statement reads as follows:
On July 8th, 2009 the world lost one of its greatest singer/songwriters. Founding member and original Crimson Glory frontman Midnight (John Patrick McDonald, Jr.) passed away peacefully, (in true Midnight form on an eerily cloudy, full moon-lit night) at 3:30am with his family by his side. He was 47 years old.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 11th at 6:30pm at Siesta Key public beach (just south of main pavillion). This celebration of Midnight's life will be open to all who wish to attend. The band has released the following statements:
"Midnight was a very special soul with a beautiful heart...
To try to describe his many gifts through the limiting restraints of text and typeset is like trying to describe a thousand rainbows to a blind man who never learned to count. His mind was both extraordinarily beautiful and enticingly frightening, an indescribably mysterious place from which came some of the most brilliantly creative and soulfully poignant lyrics in the history of heavy metal. He was not always understood, but his talents were undeniable and transcended far beyond the bounds of our weaker imaginations.
As is the case with all truly great artists, Midnight was hounded by his demons... but he put them to work, using them to pull back the curtains of his cosmic wonderland and reveal the pieces and parts that made him who he was: the soft vulnerable child, the eccentric and maniacal genius, the soaring passionate believer, the charming and mischievous imp, the wistful dream weaver... discovering Midnight was like discovering a new reality for us; we knew from the moment we first heard him sing that he was something special, and we all feel honored that he shared himself not just with us, but with the rest of the world.
Midnight's voice was truly unique; he had such an emotional, magical, mystical quality that most singers never have or come close to achieving. That voice took all who heard it through highs and lows, through triumph and suffering; every word, every note touching, reaching deep inside and commanding response and feeling. He was a great influence for metal singers and will continue to be for many years to come.
Despite his personal demons we always loved him and hoped that one day he would get well. We will miss him dearly. He was one of us...our friend, our brother. Midnight was and will always be the singer for Crimson Glory. He is at peace now; he will always live in our hearts...he is forever."
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On July 8th, 2009 the world lost one of its greatest singer/songwriters. Founding member and original Crimson Glory frontman Midnight (John Patrick McDonald, Jr.) passed away peacefully, (in true Midnight form on an eerily cloudy, full moon-lit night) at 3:30am with his family by his side. He was 47 years old.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 11th at 6:30pm at Siesta Key public beach (just south of main pavillion). This celebration of Midnight's life will be open to all who wish to attend. The band has released the following statements:
"Midnight was a very special soul with a beautiful heart...
To try to describe his many gifts through the limiting restraints of text and typeset is like trying to describe a thousand rainbows to a blind man who never learned to count. His mind was both extraordinarily beautiful and enticingly frightening, an indescribably mysterious place from which came some of the most brilliantly creative and soulfully poignant lyrics in the history of heavy metal. He was not always understood, but his talents were undeniable and transcended far beyond the bounds of our weaker imaginations.
As is the case with all truly great artists, Midnight was hounded by his demons... but he put them to work, using them to pull back the curtains of his cosmic wonderland and reveal the pieces and parts that made him who he was: the soft vulnerable child, the eccentric and maniacal genius, the soaring passionate believer, the charming and mischievous imp, the wistful dream weaver... discovering Midnight was like discovering a new reality for us; we knew from the moment we first heard him sing that he was something special, and we all feel honored that he shared himself not just with us, but with the rest of the world.
Midnight's voice was truly unique; he had such an emotional, magical, mystical quality that most singers never have or come close to achieving. That voice took all who heard it through highs and lows, through triumph and suffering; every word, every note touching, reaching deep inside and commanding response and feeling. He was a great influence for metal singers and will continue to be for many years to come.
Despite his personal demons we always loved him and hoped that one day he would get well. We will miss him dearly. He was one of us...our friend, our brother. Midnight was and will always be the singer for Crimson Glory. He is at peace now; he will always live in our hearts...he is forever."
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| Source: | crimson-glory.com |
| Band profile: | Crimson Glory |
Midnight - Set Release Date
Legendary CRIMSON GLORY singer Midnight will release his first official solo album, Sakada, on April 25th through Black Lotus Records. The album is described as "a mesmerizing trip though the senses, an immaculately-produced affair which effortlessly mingles heavily psychedelic-tinged songs with several heavier numbers more reminiscent of the man's past, in addition to an impossibly-beautiful ballad that will surely conjure up some memories of a time long since passed..."
The track list is as follows: 'Incubus', 'Berber Trails', 'Cat Song', 'Little Mary Sunshine', 'Miss Katie', 'War', 'Lost Boy', 'Pain', 'Sakada'.
http://www.bravewords.com/
The track list is as follows: 'Incubus', 'Berber Trails', 'Cat Song', 'Little Mary Sunshine', 'Miss Katie', 'War', 'Lost Boy', 'Pain', 'Sakada'.
http://www.bravewords.com/
Newsletter, Black Lotus - The return of Midnight
Black Lotus Newsletter:
16 years of silence? the glorious return of a legend
MIDNIGHT
Black Lotus is really proud to announce the signing of the legendary CRIMSON GLORY singer, Midnight, who returns after 16 years in absolute silence!
Words are not enough to describe his truly unique voice, which has marked the history of recorded music and placed him among the most influential singers of the 1980's.
The years have passed, but Midnight refused to get involved in any musical projects after the amazing CRIMSON GLORY albums? and the silence breaks so he returns to the frontline with his first stunning solo work titled "SAKADA" to be released around April 2005.
In his comeback (always shall be referred as the comeback of the century!), he is surrounded by new musicians (Phil Anderson/Hammer Dulcimer, Drums, Washboard, other percussion, Scott Gibson/ Electric Guitar, Bass, Mandolin) as well as old friends, like Ben Jackson (the rhythm guitarist of CRIMSON GLORY) and other special guests.
Prepare your souls for a unique journey across the desert at night on a camel that has no eyes? riding far away to a lonely paradise?.
Midnight is here to stay...
www.themidnightmansion.com
www.crimson-glory.com
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LIVE SHOWS & TOUR DATES
NAER MATARON
18.12.2004 WinterStorms Festival, Sofia, (BL)
THANATOS
15.01.2005 Salonica, (GR)
16.01.2005 Athens, Gagarin (GR)
21.01.2005 Nijmegen, Doornroosje (NL)
22.01.2005 Deventer, Burgerweeshuis (NL)
23.01.2005 Groningen, Vera (NL)
BATTLEROAR
09.01.2005 Athens, AN Club (GR)
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16 years of silence? the glorious return of a legend
MIDNIGHT
Black Lotus is really proud to announce the signing of the legendary CRIMSON GLORY singer, Midnight, who returns after 16 years in absolute silence!
Words are not enough to describe his truly unique voice, which has marked the history of recorded music and placed him among the most influential singers of the 1980's.
The years have passed, but Midnight refused to get involved in any musical projects after the amazing CRIMSON GLORY albums? and the silence breaks so he returns to the frontline with his first stunning solo work titled "SAKADA" to be released around April 2005.
In his comeback (always shall be referred as the comeback of the century!), he is surrounded by new musicians (Phil Anderson/Hammer Dulcimer, Drums, Washboard, other percussion, Scott Gibson/ Electric Guitar, Bass, Mandolin) as well as old friends, like Ben Jackson (the rhythm guitarist of CRIMSON GLORY) and other special guests.
Prepare your souls for a unique journey across the desert at night on a camel that has no eyes? riding far away to a lonely paradise?.
Midnight is here to stay...
www.themidnightmansion.com
www.crimson-glory.com
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LIVE SHOWS & TOUR DATES
NAER MATARON
18.12.2004 WinterStorms Festival, Sofia, (BL)
THANATOS
15.01.2005 Salonica, (GR)
16.01.2005 Athens, Gagarin (GR)
21.01.2005 Nijmegen, Doornroosje (NL)
22.01.2005 Deventer, Burgerweeshuis (NL)
23.01.2005 Groningen, Vera (NL)
BATTLEROAR
09.01.2005 Athens, AN Club (GR)
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Midnight - Sign With Black Lotus Records
Black Lotus is really proud to announce the signing of the legendary CRIMSON GLORY singer, Midnight, who returns after 16 years in absolute silence!
Words are not enough to describe his truly unique voice, which has marked the history of recorded music and placed him among the most influential
singers of the 1980's.
The years have passed, but Midnight refused to get involved in any musical projects after the amazing CRIMSON GLORY albums. and the silence breaks so he returns to the frontline with his first stunning solo work titled "SAKADA" to be released around April 2005. In his comeback (always shall be referred as the comeback of the century!), he is surrounded by new musicians (Phil Anderson/Hammer Dulcimer, Drums, Washboard, other percussion, Scott Gibson/ Electric Guitar, Bass, Mandolin) as well as old friends, like Ben Jackson (the rhythm guitarist of CRIMSON GLORY) and other special guests.
Prepare your souls for a unique journey across the desert at night on a camel that has no eyes. riding far away to a lonely paradise.. Midnight is here to stay...
www.black-lotus-recs.com
Words are not enough to describe his truly unique voice, which has marked the history of recorded music and placed him among the most influential
singers of the 1980's.
The years have passed, but Midnight refused to get involved in any musical projects after the amazing CRIMSON GLORY albums. and the silence breaks so he returns to the frontline with his first stunning solo work titled "SAKADA" to be released around April 2005. In his comeback (always shall be referred as the comeback of the century!), he is surrounded by new musicians (Phil Anderson/Hammer Dulcimer, Drums, Washboard, other percussion, Scott Gibson/ Electric Guitar, Bass, Mandolin) as well as old friends, like Ben Jackson (the rhythm guitarist of CRIMSON GLORY) and other special guests.
Prepare your souls for a unique journey across the desert at night on a camel that has no eyes. riding far away to a lonely paradise.. Midnight is here to stay...
www.black-lotus-recs.com