Metal News for January 17, 2009
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29 news articles posted on this day.
Megadeth Provides More Album and Tour Updates
Shawn Drover of thrash/heavy metal band Megadeth has just finished the drum tracks for the band's upcoming release. He's going back into the studio on Monday for rehearsals and tweaking on the drum tracks, then going back home for a few weeks before Megadeth heads off on Killing Road with Judas Priest and Testament.
Bloodbath Gives Update on First Music Video
Swedish death metal band Bloodbath have just released the following statement concerning their new music video for "Hades Rising":
"Together with director Owe Lingwall and Village Road Film we just shot the first official promo video in the band's history for 'Hades Rising' taken off 'The Fathomless Mastery.' The footage of the band's performance was shot on location in Vallentuna outside Stockholm and can be summoned up as some serious headbanging with lots of blood, real messy and death metal dandy! The rest of the plot/storyline is currently [being] filmed in Umeå where the footage will also be edited within the next 4 weeks. Stay tuned for a synopsis of this very devilish manuscript. It's gonna crush the souls of thousands!"
1349 Reveal Details on New Album Activities
Norwegian black metal band 1349 have just posted the following announcement on MySpace:
"1349 are currently putting their last touch to the band's new album entitled 'Revelations of the Black Flame,' [the] follow-up to 2005's 'Hellfire.' As [with] both 'Hellfire' and 'Beyond the Apocalypse,' the album is [going to be] recorded at Studio Studio Nyhagen, and co-mixed by none other than Tom Gabriel Fischer.
"No release date is scheduled as of yet, but the album is due sometime during the first half of 2009.
Destruction Denies Sodom Tribute Show Accusations
German thrash metal legends Destruction have issued a statement regarding the accusation that they pulled out of a tribute show for original Sodom drummer Chris Witchhunter.
The statement reads as follows: "To cut down rumours about the cancellation of the Chris Witchhunter Tribute Show, we need to speak out the truth about the non-professional behaviour of the so-called "promoter."
"Destruction agreed to play for free, without any of the normal demands on this charity event, the only demand was a professional poster. After that the wanna-be-promoter took the band off the bill. No communication with the band or the agency, nothing!
"This decision was beyond the band's control and will only hurt the fans and Chris' relatives.
"As a matter of respect for our dead friend, we will not fight this senseless decision in public. The event is a good thing for Chris and his family. Chris would turn over in his own grave, after such a stupid act. Destruction apologizes for this brainless decision of this wanna-be-promoter. Support Chris and his relatives!"
Giant Changes Name To Braveyoung
North Carolina's GIANT has announced that they intend to move forward under the moniker BRAVEYOUNG. The band comments:
"To avoid inevitable legal repercussions, we have decided to stop using the name Giant. Braveyoung will be the name we now collectively function under. Nothing is changing, we are still the same band, but this has been a long time coming, and we are finally confident enough to go forward with it. It's only a name."
2009 promises to be a big year for the band, who will soon be releasing a 10-inch entitled "Bloom." Later in the year, the band will release a full-length followup to their 2005 debut, "Song." Details surrounding both releases are forthcoming.
“Braveyoung, like Giant, is only a moniker,” explains Zachary. “If we could, we would call ourselves ‘Zachary Isaac Ben Derrick Kyle,’ but I suppose it doesn’t work that way.”
As for the immediate future, BRAVEYOUNG has a two-week tour with Advent and Torch Runner coming up in early February and shortly following that will come an announcement concerning a full US with Tides.
“We just like to play,” confesses Zachary, “and don’t really think about much else. As with any other form of expression, it is and will continue to be a constantly growing and evolving process. If it wasn’t, there’d be no point in us continuing on.”
Interview
An Interview With Drummer Baal-Thamor Of Gothmog
Spanish black metal band Gothmog, one of the more recent to come out of the growing metal hordes in Spain, just released their first full length album "A Step In The Dark" on January 1st, 2009 through Xtreem Music. Gothmog's drummer Baal-Thamor was kind enough to conduct an interview with Metalunderground to provide some insight into the Spanish scene and let us know about their debut album. More...
Additional Bands Confirmed For Summer Breeze 2009
Three more bands have been confirmed for the 2009 Summer Breeze Open Air Festival, which will take place in Germany. The new additions are Elvenking, God Dethroned, and Unearth. A listing of the other bands previously confirmed can be viewed below. More...
My Shadow Enters MS Studios To Record New Album
Canadian melodic death metallers MY SHADOW have issued the following update from drummer Patrick Gendron:
"On January 12th My Shadow enters MS Studios in Ottawa, ON to commence recording the long-awaited follow up to 2007's 'We All Fall Down EP'... The CD will be released in the summer of 2009."
"So far, 4 songs of relentless aggressive metal have been written and more are on the way so stay tuned for more updates. We will post short videos and pictures during our time in MS Studio." More...
Inquinok Releases New Album, "Immortal Dawn"
Seattle black metal band, Inquinok, have just released their second full length album, "Immortal Dawn," on January 8th. For samples visit their MySpace page.
The tracklisting for "Immortal Dawn" is as follows:
1. Legions
2. Torn
3. Triumphant
4. Vengeful Tranquillity
5. Candlelight (Instrumental)
6. Immortal Dawn
7. Beyond The Horizon
8. Bloodlines
9. Divine Tragedy
Mortum Posts Rehearsal Footage Online
NJ black metallers, Mortum, have posted rehearsal videos of the band performing some of the songs off their upcoming debut album, "Awakening of the Primordial Spirit." The videos can be seen on their MySpace page
The band is currently seeking a label to release their album on. More...
A Red Dawn Parts Ways with Drummer, Adam Falland
Drummer Adam Falland of Austrailian progressive death metal band, A Red Dawn, has announced his departure from the band. A Red Dawn issues the following statement about his separation from the band:
"After 4 years with A Red Dawn, Adam Falland has decided it is time for him to leave the band. We wish to thank Adam for all the time and effort he has put into the band over this time, being in integral part in making A Red Dawn what we are today. We also want to wish Adam all the best with any future projects and endeavors he may have." More...
Oak and Bone Announces First Tour Dates
New York metallers, Oak and Bone, will be embarking on their first tour this winter. Their debut 7" will be released in the spring. The band have also posted some live material on their MySpace page.
OAK AND BONE tour dates are as follows:
01/24 - Oswego, NY @ KOC w/ Polar Bear Club, Forfeit, Like Wolves
02/18 - Rochester, NY
02/19 - Allentown, PA
02/20 - Washington, DC
02/22 - Arlington, MA
More details will be announced soon on the tour dates.
Degradead Announces New Album Details
Swedish metallers, Degradead, have uploaded two songs from our upcoming album "Out Of Body Experience," which will be released on February 20 through Dockyard 1 Records, on their MySpace profile. The two songs that have been posted are "Depths Of Darkness" and "Wake The Storm."
The tracklisting for "Out of body Experience" is as follows:
01. All Is Gone
02. Wake The Storm
03. Achieve The sky
04. Everlasting Hatred
05. Dephts Of Darkness
06. V.X.R.
07. Future Is Now
08. Transmigration
09. The Burning Orchid
10. Almost Dead
11. Dream
12. Illusion
13. Suffering
14. Unfortunate More...
In Mourning Book Studio Time for New Album
Sweden's In Mourning will be entering the studio on August 22nd to record their follow-up to their debut album, "Shrouded Divine." The band will enter Sweden's The Black Lounge Studios in with Jonas Kjellgren. The band is currently finishing up writing the material for the album.
Loads More Bands Confirmed For Hellfest
Plenty more bands have been confirmed for this years edition of France's biggest metal festival, Hellfest. Among the new names confirmed are Deicide, Gojira, Pentagram, Amebix and Soilent Green. A press release from the festivals organizers reads as follows:
"Hello everyone!
As promised, here is the list to be added to that of December 2008!
Nobody will be surprised to see names to satisfy all those who are fans of Hellfest and it will be Christmas all over again!
"Who can already boast having seen the fathers of American Doom PENTAGRAM, the American Black Sabbath founded by Bobby Liebling who, unfortunately, didn't have as much fame but, nevertheless remains THE reference for all fans of these slow and wicked musics! The first and only date in Europe will be at Hellfest! the real godfather of US Doom!
"Not to forget without whom such artists as Neurosis, Napalm Death, Sepultura and many others, would never have found their different sounds! The inventor of Crust, AMEBIX is back in Europe for one date only, connaisseurs will be happy and all others will listen attentively as extreme music wouldn't be the same without them! More...
The Rotted Announces British Tour Dates
The Rotted will be heading out across Britain along with Malefice and Anterior in April as part of the Metal Blade Assault tour. The Rotted member Ben McCrow states: "Anyone who's been to see us recently will have worked out we're a fan of pretty diverse bills, so while all the bands on this tour are at the HEAVY AS FUCK end of the metal spectrum, we each have a different sound and vibe so you won't see the same shit repeated 3 times in a row. Just 3 Metal Blade bands, all British, on the road together, showing the UK there's still an abundance of homegrown talent with some bollocks!"
The tour dates are as follows:
April
1 - Kettering, Enland - Sawyers
2 - Liverpool, Enland - Barfly
3 - Dublin, Ireland - Fibbers Magee's
4 - Belfast, Ireland - Limelight
5 - Glasgow, Scotland - Barfly
6 - York, Enland - Fibbers
7 - Birmingham, Enland - Barfly
8 - Cardiff, Enland - Barfly
9 - London, Enland - Camden Barfly
10 - Southampton, Enland - Joiners
11 - Brighton, Enland - Freebutt
12 - Plymouth, Enland - White Rabbit
Sacred Reich Announces London Show
Reunited American thrash metal legends Sacred Reich has announced a one off show in London on June 21st. The concert will be taking place at the Scala Ballroom in Camden, North London.
The band will be appearing at numerous festivals in Europe over the summer period which are as follows:
May
30 - Eindhoven, Netherlands - Dynamo
31 - Gelsenkirchen, Germany - Rock Hard Festival
June
20 - Clisson, France - Hellfest
21 - London, UYK - Scala
25 - Pratteln, Switzerland - Z7
26 - Balingen, Germany - Bang Your Head Festival
28 - Dessel, Belgium - Graspop Metal Meeting
Napalm Death Singer Discusses New Songs
A series of videos with Napalm Death frontman Mark "Barney" Greenway discussing each track from the bands new album, "Time Waits For No Slave" has been posted online at YouTube. You can check out some of them below.
Napalm Death will release "Time Waits For No Slave" in North America on February 10th and on different dates throughout Europe, with it being available to most European countries by February 2nd. More...
This Ending Premieres "Parasites" Video Online
Swedish death/thrash metal band THIS ENDING premiered their brand new music video for "Parasites" exclusively on MySpace Germany and Sweden, now viewable below. More...
Razor of Occam Reveals Tracklisting and Cover Art
London-based Australian black/thrash horde RAZOR OF OCCAM has just revealed the front cover art for their upcoming new album "Homage To Martyrs."
The front art and layout duties for the CD were being handled by Aurelien Police.
RAZOR OF OCCAM has finished the recordings for their much anticipated new full-length "Homage To Martyrs," which was recorded at Necromorbus studios Sweden (Watain, Aversa Sefira, Mörk Gryning) and produced by Tore Stjerna.
The first song of "Homage To Martyrs" will be released next week.
The complete track listing for "Homage To Martyrs" is as follows: More...
Facedown Fest 2009 Details Revealed
Details for the 2009 Facedown Fest have been announced. The event takes place on April 3 and 4, 2009 at The Glasshouse in Pomona, CA. Performances start at 5pm both days. Tickets are $15 for one night and $25 for both nights. The lineup is as follows:
Friday:
Sleeping Giant
War of Ages
For Today
Wrench In The Works
Take It Back!
The Great Commission
Hands
My Epic
Saturday:
Impending Doom
xDeathstarx
A Plea For Purging
No Innocent Victim
Call To Preserve
Earth From Above
Theives & Liars
A Hope For Home
Hope For The Dying
The Rekoning
Nucleus Announces First Melbourne Headline Show
Sydney progressive hard rock band Nucleus will journey to Melbourne for a headlining show before heading back up north for a handful of shows in Sydney and Brisbane through February and March.
Entry to the gig at Melbourne's Esplanade Hotel on January 30th is free, and will also showcase locals Tinman and The Day Late.
The band will then hook up with Queenslanders HELM on:
February 20th at the City Hotel in Campbelltown, NSW
February 21st at the Excelsior Hotel in Surry Hills, NSW
March 20th at the Gold Coast's Miami Shark Bar
March 21st at The Step Inn in Brisbane
Nucleus has also revealed that they are working towards a new album in 2009, saying:
"Nucleus have hit the ground running this year, spending a number of hours writing and recording new material. We have a handful of new tracks in the works towards a new album, and a few of these tracks may pop up in our setlists over the coming 6 months."
You can check out some of the band's material on their MySpace page.
Nick Barker To Join Exodus For European Tour
Legendary metal drummer Nick Barker will be filling in for Exodus drummer Tom Hunting on the bands upcoming European tour. A posting from Exodus guitarist Gary Holt reads as follows:
"First, here’s hoping everybody has an excellent holiday weekend and a safe New Year. Whatever makes you happy, enjoy it! We’re getting excited for next year, as it should prove to be most awesome all the way around.
"Have no fear, Tom will be back - a bit more tanned I’m sure - and then we will be off and running with Kreator for two months in the U.S. and Canada. See you all soon.
"Then on February 18th, we’re off to Europe for a co-headlining tour with our good old friends in Overkill, capped off with our return to Greece (finally!). For this Overkill tour, we will be without the services of [drummer] Mr. Tom Hunting, as he had a well-planned in advance, paid for, and non-refundable vacation to México that has been in the works since last April-May. He will take many pictures of paradise for all to see! So while he will be sipping a drink on a sunny beach, we will be in a stinky, beer-and-piss-soaked club. Exactly where I want to be!
So on this European tour, I would like to welcome our good friend Mr. Nick Barker (ex-Cradle of Filth, ex-Testament, ex-Dimmu Borgir), who will be holding down the drum throne! Nick is one of the baddest dudes to ever hit things with sticks, so we’re happy as hell he agreed to join this lunatic parade for a short while! There will be many bottles of Old Number [Seagram's] 7 vanishing down our guts for sure!"
Sepultura Posts "A-Lex" Online In Full
Brazilian thrash metal legends Sepultura has created a new hotsite which will allow fans to follow them on the road. Since the band aren't on tour at the moment, they're allowing fans to listen to all of their forthcoming new album, "A-Lex." You can check it out by heading here.
A press release reads as follows: "The band will be posting exclusive videos, photos, twitter and blogging from the road. And you will able to vote the setlist for every single gig of the tour! You'll be able to include songs like 'Amen', 'Mayhem', 'Manifest', 'Mass Hypnosis' and other in the setlist. Other cool features are in the works by the team and will pop on the hotsite to make it even more interesting for you to interact with Sepultura on the road. And while the tour doesn't start you can listen to the entire album in the hotsite)."
Destruction Leaves Sodom Drummer Tribute Show
German thrash metal legends Destruction has pulled out of a tribute show for the late Sodom drummer, Chris Witchhunter, due to a dispute over the concert flyer. A posting from Sodom reads as follows:
"Now that we invited lots of Chris Witchhunter's and Sodom's friends to this event, we're sorry to inform you that Destruction won't take part. Destruction - respectively Schmier - weren't satisfied with the flyer and poster design. Regrettably this discontent had also been discussed on the Destruction message board and thereby word spread to other forums too. Via e-mail Schmier let us know that he doesn't want to be "a support act" with Destruction and that we "are supposed to look for someone else!" instead. We regret their decision. There will be a replacement for Destruction, which we're going to introduce next Monday, January 19th, 2009!
"As this festival's initiator, Sodom furthermore want to point out the basic idea behind this event again: We'd like to arrange a worthy farewell for Chris Witchhunter and still we also want to raise money for his mother. The event shall be a peaceful and untroubled party for every thrash metal fan. There's another topic that has been discussed on various forums too: 'Why don't Kreator take place, do they think they are too good for this?' If you have a look at Kreator's tour schedule you'll see that the band is on tour at this time. This is the reason why they can't take place! Well, this is a pity, but their tour had been planned a long time before the Chris Witchhunter Tribute Show."
Cannibal Corpse Films "Evisceration Plague" Video
Death metal legends Cannibal Corpse will film a music video for the title track of their forthcoming new album, "Evisceration Plague" on January 21st in New Jersey. The video will be directed by Dale "Rage" Resteghini who usually works with big name hip-hop stars. Cannibal Corpse's new album, "Evisceration Plague" will be released on February 3rd. You can check out some audio samples of the album below. More...
Chainsaw To Return With New Album
Chainsaw, one of the best bands on Polish melodic thrash metal scene, returns with a brand new album entitled “Evilution.” The new LP is a concept album due to the lyrical content, written by a native Scotsman, Alex Summers. It consists of ten rather dark and gruesome tales - Celtic legends telling stories of half-human and half-animal creatures, paranormal activities, supernatural powers and the evolution of evil and magic that took place in Scotland throughout the centuries. The first recording session took place in mid 2008 at Studio X in Olsztyn, Poland with the following guests: Tytus (vocals), best known from Acid Drinkers, and Mauser (guitar), an ex-member of Vader, currently involved in his project UnSun.
Chainsaw’s current line-up consists of Maciej “Maxx” Koczorowski (vocals), Jarek Gajczuk-Zawadzki (guitars), Arek “Rygiel” Rygielski (guitars), Sebastian Górski (drums), and Marek Jerchewicz (bass).
“Evilution” will be released by Metal Mind Productions on 23rd February in Europe and 7th April in USA (via MVD). More info will follow soon.
August Burns Red Posts New Song Online
August Burns Red has a new song up on their MySpace page called "Chasing The Dragon." It's off their upcoming EP of outtakes, covers, demos and b-sides, called "Lost Messengers: The Outtakes," available in stores and online February 24th. The EP is currently available for pre-order at the Solid State Store and comes with a free carabiner with compass with purchase, while supplies last.
Zao Finishing New Album
Zao is currently wrapping up work on their new album, which will hit streets this spring via Ferret Music. The effort has been titled "Awake?" and is currently being mixed in San Marco, CA by Daniel Castleman. According to the group, "It features 11 tracks. 10 of them are brand new while 'Romance of the Southern Spirit' has finally been given the sonic quality it deserves with a brand new recording that smashes the basement b-side version you've heard."
Song titles include "1,000,000 Outstretched Arms Of Nothing", "The Eyes Behind The Throne", "Human Cattle Masses Marching Forward", "Quiet Passenger Pt. 2."
The band comments: "We can't wait for you guys to hear this album! We are very proud of it and in our humble opinions it is very reminiscent of what you have come to know and love about Zao over the years. Every band likes to say 'this new album is our best yet' so we won't say that to you. We know that albums like 'Blood & Fire' and 'Liberate' will always be fan favorites and they are special to us as well. But with that being said believe us when we say that we strongly feel 'Awake?' is a more than worthy addition to our catalog."
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