Metal News for January 12, 2004
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11 news articles posted on this day.
Hypocrisy Gets Immortal/Grimfist Drummer
Former IMMORTAL/current GRIMFIST drummer Horgh has officially joined HYPOCRISY. Horgh replaces longtime HYPOCRISY skinsman Lars Szöke, who reportedly left the band because of his unwillingness to tour for long periods of time.
"Lars still wants to play drums," HYPOCRISY mainman Peter Tägtgren explained to Norway's Scream magazine, "but not with the hectic schedule HYPOCRISY has had the last months, and still is going to have for most of 2004.
"I can't wait to go on tour with this new lineup!" Peter stated about the group's latest addition. "I think it will be so cool to have Horgh's blast beats in our songs!"
Horgh's decision to join HYPOCRISY has forced GRIMFIST to cancel their appearance at this year's Inferno Metal Festival, where they were scheduled to perform alongside MAYHEM, MY DYING BRIDE and DECAPITATED, among others. A replacement act has yet to be announced.
HYPOCRISY will be embarking on a U.S. tour with CANNIBAL CORPSE, EXHUMED and VILE beginning on February 12 in Houston, Texas.
Hatesex's Slayer Cover for Download
Los Angeles-based goth/death rock band HATESEX have posted a streaming-only preview of their cover version of the SLAYER classic "Black Magic" at this location. The song, which will appear on the HATESEX debut CD, "The Spiritual Palsy EP", features Martin Ain of CELTIC FROST on vocals and Erol Unala of CELTIC FROST/APOLLYON SUN on lead guitar.
HATESEX is the brainchild of former DIVA DESTRUCTION guitarist Benn Ra. Joining Benn in the new group is newcomer vocalist Krisanna Marie, who has previously performed live with 13TH SKY and PENIS FLYTRAP.
Ex-Dope Drummer To Drum For Society 1's L.A. Show
Drummer Preston Nash has confirmed he will hit the skins for SOCIETY 1 at their show at LA's Key Club, March 11. Nash, who has sat in on drums with SOCIETY 1 in the past, has made his name as drummer for DOPE and PRIMER 55.
The March 11 show at the Key Club — SOCIETY 1's final show before hitting the studio to record the follow-up to "Exit Through Fear" — promises to be a freakshow gala of eye-opening, stomach-turning, soul-inverting sights and sounds.
Not only will SOCIETY 1 play a full set of their industrial-metal mayhem, but frontman Matt Zane (as his alter-ego "The Lord") will also perform a series of songs while suspended from his back with meathooks. Joining Matt on vocals will be a very special guest, yet to be revealed.
The entire show will be filmed for a DVD, coming out later this year on Earache.
Angra Recording FollowUp To 'Rebirth'
Brazilian melodic metallers ANGRA have commenced the recording process for the follow-up to 2001's "Rebirth", tentatively due this summer through SPV Records.
The initial recording sessions for the CD are taking place at Mosh Studios in São Paulo, Brazil under the guidance of producer Dennis Ward (SILENT FORCE, PINK CREAM 69). So far, all the drums have already been completed and bass and guitar recordings will start this week. Several photos from the studio can be viewed here.
Slipknot Recording Final 3-4 Songs For Album
RoadRunner Records have supplied some new info on SLIPKNOT and their current recording status:
"As of today, SLIPKNOT is officially back in the haunted Houdini mansion with producer Rick Rubin, finishing up the recording of their yet-to-be-titled third LP on Roadrunner Records. Word has it the band is still going to lay down 3-4 more full songs, and that Corey is to be elbow deep in vocals over the next couple of weeks. More details to come as the time draws closer..."
As previously reported, SLIPKNOT drummer Joey Jordison will take time out from the recording sessions for the new CD to play two shows in California with his other band, MURDERDOLLS. More...
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- The Gathering - Sleepy Buildings
- Vomitory - Blood Rapture
Candlelight And Caroline Team Up In US
Candlelight Records and Caroline Distribution today announce their agreement for exclusive distribution for the United States. The agreement will see all Candlelight and affiliated labels Abstract Sounds and Dead Ringer titles distributed by Caroline effective March 1, with the first of the label's 2004 releases scheduled March 9. More...
Usurper Get New Vocalist
Chicago death/black metallers USURPER wrote the following message on their official website:
"USURPER are proud to announce our new vocalist: Danny Lawson! Danny was the vocalist for the December 26 USURPER show at the Metro in Chicago, and simply his performance SLAYED! He was the perfect fit for USURPER and the chemistry on stage was that of a band who's been together for over ten years, not of a band with a "replacement" vocalist. So after the extremely successful gig, USURPER asked Danny to join full-time.More...
Mnemic Wins Danish Metal Band Award For Album
Denmarks MNEMIC were one of the nominees for the 'Danish Metal Awards 2003' and their debut album 'Mechanical Spin Phenomena' won the category "Album of the Year" award!!
MNEMIC´s bass player Tomas "Obeast" Koefoed also won the award for "Best bass player".
You can get more information on other categories (in Danish) here.
Biohazard Follows In Britney Spears' Footsteps
The Las Vegas Sun reports Biohazard bassist and singer Evan Seinfeld was married to adult film actress Tara Patrick on Friday at the Little White Wedding Chapel. The couple told friends that they wanted to walk in Britney Spears' footsteps down the aisle. "A lot of people are saying that this week," chapel owner Charolette Richards said. "My business is through the roof because of all this."
Ozzy Gets 'Get Well' Gift From Prince Charles
The Sunday Mirror reports Prince Charles sent Ozzy Osbourne a bottle of Scotch as a get well gesture, perhaps forgetting the rocker's battle with long-term alcoholism. "Ozzy is doing well and is on the road to recovery," wife Sharon said. "And he is even better since he got a present from Prince Charles. He sent my husband a bottle of Scotch. Of course he hasn't touched it."
Read the full article at Sunday Mirror.
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