Metal News for January 3, 2017
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Pit Stories: Chill Out Fucker!
Happy Tuesday metal heads! It's officially our first Pit Story of the new year!
We're kicking the 2017 edition of the column off with a tale of an overly-rowdy fan who managed to get himself ejected... by the band itself!
Charlie Dowzell from U.K. doom group Sail shared this tale about an unfortunate fan being called out mid-show by none other than the Melvins:
A couple of years ago we went to see the Melvins in the Exchange, Bristol. Fantastic venue and very small indeed - 200 folks tops, I think. The place went absolutely mental when they came on and the vibe stayed at an all-time high - they were loud as all hell and played banger after banger.
Near the end of their set they played 'The Bit' and the already pumped-up crowd somehow became even wilder, which was ace. This is where things fall apart a little. Somebody was clearly 'in the zone' as it were, and King Buzzo must have thought it too much - admittedly I think the guy was beginning to knock people down and maybe actually hurt them, I'm not overly sure.
Next thing I know, the band have stopped mid-song and this guy gets a royal bollocking from King Buzzo, who told him to 'chill out, fucker!' to a rapturous applause. Tail between his legs, this guy yells out 'I'm sorry!' to which Buzz tells him he doesn't care that he's sorry, and wants him gone.
Think they ejected him from the venue, and on went one of the most intense and fantastic shows of my life. That will always stay with me as something so powerfully surreal and very funny. 'Chill out, fucker!' indeed.
Sail's new album "Slumbersong" is being prepped for a March 10th, 2017 release via Hibernacula Records. Check out a track off the release below. More...
Lillian Axe Posts 2017 Teaser Clip
Lillian Axe is looking forward to a rocking new year, with the band issuing a new video heralding what's in store. The Axe also comments:
"Happy New Year everyone. 2017 is going to be an awesome year for Lillian Axe and we look forward to seeing all of you on the road. Please take a moment and help us get this going viral. As always, thank you for your friendship and support."
Vitne Releasing "Make Believe"
Norwegian rocker Vitne will release his brand new single “Make Believe,” featuring the b-side song “Lost & Found," worldwide on January 17th, 2017.
The title track showcases Vitne’s ability to hook the listener almost immediately with irresistible melodies and strong vocals, developing into an introspective, atmospheric hard rock anthem.
“Lost & Found” is another hooky hard rock track with heavy punk influence, a remixed version of Vitne’s 2015 single of the same name. Both tracks feature the lead guitar work of glam metal guitarist Julian Angel, wrapped up in mixing and mastering by Crematory’s Rolf Munkes.
Doro Posts Lemmy Tribute
A year ago Motorhead fronter and rock legend Lemmy Kilmister passed away and his death marked the end of an era of sex, drugs and rock'n'roll.
While fans all over the world raised their Jack and Coke glasses on December 28th to mark the anniversary of his passing, metal queen Doro came up with a special idea to celebrate the life and legacy of her colleague and very close friend.
In this new video to the song "It Still Hurts: that she recorded with Lemmy in 2012, you can find the clip footage and many pictures of several decades from both metal legends working together and sharing the spirit of heavy music.
Doro comments: "It's been exactly one year since the world of rock lost on of its greatest characters - and one of my best friends. Lemmy Kilmister. One year and we miss him so much.
"Therefore it was our great wish to release this video with a compilation of our greatest moments that we had together. Here it is. In memory of Lemmy, one of the greatest rock'n'roll heroes!
It still hurts! R.I.P., my dear friend - we love you." More...
Fleshgod Apocalypse Kicking Off European Tour
On Saturday the symphonic death metal masters from Fleshgod Apocalypse will kick off a European headline run at Backstage, Munich.
The Italians will bring a brand-new show for this upcoming trek featuring support from Dutch horror metallers Carach Angren and also Italian-based symphonic death metal crew Nightland.
Forever Still Posts "Miss Madness" Video
The young modern metal hopefuls from Forever Still just recently finished a European tour with Lacuna Coil, and having barely caught their breath again, are already out to conquer the new year 2017.
With this new video below the band shows a haunting acoustic version of "Miss Madness" to thank the fans for their support in 2016. Watch the clip with lead singer Maja Shining on the piano below.
This special version of the rock ballad is available as a bonus track on latest album "Tied Down." Singer Maja Shining comments: "We want to start the year by saying a big and heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported us in 2016 by kicking off 2017 with a video for the acoustic version of 'Miss Madness.' We hope that you’ll enjoy it and that 2017 will become a most wonderful year for each and everyone of you." More...
Master Boot Record Covers "Loom"
Dark synth / metal project Master Boot Record just released an epic cover of the "Loom" theme (featuring excerpts from the Swan Lake ballet by Tchaikovsky), which can be heard below. You can also hear more from Master Boot Record at Bandcamp here.
Orgy Kicking Off Tour With Powerman 5000
Get ready, ghouls and girls - Orgy's "Set To Stun" North American co-headline tour with Powerman 5000 kicks off today in Denver, CO at Herman's Hideaway.
The tour features support from special guests Death Valley High and Knee High Fox. See below for all currently confirmed "Set To Stun" tour dates.
1/3 - Denver, CO @ Herman's Hideaway
1/4 - Sioux Falls, SD @ The District
1/5 - Waterloo, IA @ Spicoli's Grill/Reverb Rock Room
1/6 - Mundelein, IL @ The Loaded Buffalo
1/7 - Detroit, MI @ Harpo's
1/8 - Cincinnati, OH @ Mad Frog
1/10 - Toronto, ON, Canada @ The Rockpile West
1/11 - Ottawa, ON, Canada @ Brass Monkey
1/12 - Poughkeepsie, NY @ The Chance
1/13 - Amityville, NY @ The Revolution
1/14 - Providence, RI @ Fete Music Hall - Freak Fest
1/17 - Louisville. KY @ Diamond Pub & Billiards
1/18 - Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade
1/20 - Dallas, TX @ Trees
1/21 - Houston, TX @ Scout Bar
1/22 - Lubbock, TX @ Jakes Backroom
1/24 - Tucson, AZ @ The Rock
1/25 - Mesa, AZ @ Club Red
1/26 - San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick
1/27 - Flagstaff, AZ @ Green Room
1/28 - West Hollywood, CA @ The Whisky A Go Go (ORGY & DVH Only)
1/29 - San Jose, CA @ The Ritz
1/31 - Portland, OR @ Bossanova Ballroom
2/1 - Seattle, WA @ Studio 7
2/3 - Sacramento, CA @ Ace Of Spades
2/4 - Corona, CA @ M-15 Concert Hall More...
Chase The Ace Calling It Quits
Bad news for Chase The Ace fans as the band is breaking up following one last show in Camden. The group comments:
"I'm sorry to announce that Chase The Ace is over - after more than 4 years, 2 albums and hundreds of shows around Europe; it's time to take a break and look at new opportunities ahead.
"I'd like to take the time to thank each and everyone of you for your incredible support in the last few years - you've become part of our lives, screamed the lyrics and danced at shows, stayed in touch and made us feel loved - for that we will always be grateful.
"Gave a beautiful 2017 and raise your glass one last time for our final show in Camden on the 28th of this month, headlining Camden Rocks' all dayer bash." More...
White Skull Posts Recording Footage
Italian group White Skull is currently working on a new album and just checked in with a new recording clip. Check out footage of the guitar recording process below, and you can follow more on the band's studio time over at Facebook here.
Hate Unbound Releasing "Plague"
Somewhere in the dark depths of death and thrash metal lies the inspiration for Hate Unbound's new album "Plague." Those influences remained constant throughout Hate Unbound's writing and arranging process, which is a collaborative effort between all members of the band.
"Plague" was recorded, mixed, and mastered during the spring and summer of 2016 at Elaire Studios, which is located in the shadow of the decaying city of Detroit, Michigan.
Hate Unbound's "Plague" is a tribute to, as well as a continuation of, all things heavy and a salute to all headbangers everywhere, due out February 17th via Inverse Records. Check out new track "Baptized in Lies" below. More...
Crurifragium Streaming New Song
Today the bestial metal cult Crurifragium premieres new track "Slaughterers of the Flocks" online. The track hails from the band's debut album, "Beasts of the Temple of Satan," set for international release on January 30th via Invictus Productions.
Although only springing to foul life in 2015, Crurifragium's history stretches back to a previous existence as Warpvomit. Under this new incarnation, the track listing for "Beasts of the Temple of Satan" will be as follows:
1. Behold (Evangelation)
2. Stigmata Excruciation
3. Unfurl the Banners of Evil
4. Flayed Angels
5. Exalted Blasphemous Trinity
6. Vespers for the Massacred
7. Slaughterers of the Flocks
8. Utter Sadism
9. Crucified Bastard
10. Beasts of the Temple of Satan
11. The Horns of Power More...
Sparrows Posts "Ritual Of Burning Leaves"
Texas blackened death metal outfit Sparrows has a new track online teasing material to be released later this year. The band comments:
"To start the New Year, we would like to share a glimpse into what we are working on in the Lair. This is not the finished product, but we are nonetheless excited for you to hear it. Listen to 'Ritual of Burning Leaves' (Oct. 17, 2016) by SparrowsMetal on SoundCloud." More...
Light Of The Morning Star Reveals New Album
Iron Bonehead Productions is proud to present Light Of The Morning Star's debut album, "Nocta," following last year's "Cemetery Glow" EP and due out March 3rd. The following press release was issued about the album:
"Formed in the shadows of ancient graves cast by the light of the full moon, 'Nocta' is a nine-part canticle to the night, and all wraiths therein. Crawling fog on deconsecrated earth. The eerie glow of lanterns swinging in ghostly haze. Gnarled arms of oak against shifting clouds. Dark hallways and ornate, cursed wood. Smoldering incense interwoven with the fragrance of old death. All of this is 'Nocta,' and all of this is illuminated by Light Of The Morning Star."
01. Nocta
02. Coffinwood
03. Serpent Lanterns
04. Grey Carriages
05. Crescentlight
06. Oleander Halo
07. Ophidian
08. Lord of All Graves
09. Five Point Star More...
Wolfheart Launches Pre-Orders For New Album
Wolfheart has unveiled the cover art for upcoming album "Tyhjyys" (Finnish for "Emptiness"), which is due out March 3rd via Spinefarm Records. Pre-orders have now come online at this location and the track listing is as follows:
1. Shores Of the Lake Simpele
2. Boneyard (watch the video here)
3. World on Fire
4. The Flood
5. The Rift
6. Call of the Winter
7. Dead White
8. Tyhjyys More...
Hark Streaming "Disintegrate"
Hark is now streaming the second new track taken from forthcoming album, "Machinations." The track, an overdose of dynamic heavy rock titled "Disintegrate" is available below. Regarding the track, Hark founding member Jimbob Isaac comments:
"Disintegrate is a multi-layered response to odorous people and insidious systems, who aim to destroy you in every day life. This was the first song that Joe (Harvatt) put his lead guitar work to, during the writing of 'Machinations' and he melted my mind with his skills. This is some of my favourite lead guitar of all time, seriously."
Hark's forthcoming new album, "Machinations," will be released worldwide on February 24th, 2017 across multiple LP and CD formats. More...
Blutmond Checks In From The Studio
Swiss outfit Blutmond is now entrenched in the recording process for a new album, with the band commenting:
"This is an update from the Ministry Of Truth. While you all have been celebrating, we've entered Black Art Audio Studios in Liestal for the recording of our upcoming record. We'll keep you up to date with more pictures and even maybe some clips. If you behave.
"So far we've been busy with getting the right sound and tracking TONS of rythm guitars. TONS. I have to say: Never has been a recording session so exhausting and challenging. And satisfying." More...
Psychostick Posts FF7 Parodies
Vocalist Rawrb from the ever-amazing comedy metal band Psychostick decided to create some parodies of something other than music, venturing into the world of old school RPGs.
The band comments: "Rawrb is a stupid nerd who drew a stupid thing that is related to Final Fantasy VII. Let's beat him up and take his FRESH PRINTS! HAR HAR"
Check out a few humorous takes on Aeris, Cait-Sith, Cloud, and a truly amazing Sephiroth one the fans will instantly understand. More...
Mindscar Announces Mini Tour
Mindscar just announced the "Lords Of The Swamp" Florida mini-tour alongside Sapraemia. Dates for the three show trek will be as follows:
1/27 - Ocala, FL @ Rock House w/ Ebullition, Nibiru & Inner Demons
1/28 - Vero Beach, FL @ The-Stamp Bar w/ Blame the Tyrant & Gargantua Tarantula
1/29 - Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Kreepy Tiki Bar & Lounge w/ Silenmara & Forty Winters
The latest Mindscar album "What's Beyond The Light" was released back in August of 2016 and can be streamed in full at this location. More...
Metal United Down Under Lining Up 2017 Events
The organizers of Metal United Down Under just issued this announcement about gearing up for a 2017 edition:
"We hope you all got well into 2017! The MUDU Team is starting to prepare round 4 of the annual event. The date has been moved to September; reserve the 16 September 2017 for your MUDU show.
"Some promoters/cities are back on board but if you would like to promote a show in your city, contact us. Contact us as well if you are interested in a media partnership, playing a show or general support through events[at]metal-roos.com.au.
"Metal United Down Under is an initiative to create a united event with many Australian cities and the wide range of metal and metal related genres. Everybody who is involved in metal can participate. The event consists of 10-15 shows in different cities in the same day under the MUDU banner. MUDU offers bands a stage to extend reach and fan base and targets specifically Australian underground metal bands." More...
Altar Of Betelgeuze Reveals New Album Details
Finnish metal band Altar Of Betelgeuze will release "Among The Ruins" via Transcending Obscurity Records on April 15th, 2017. The track listing and title track are available below, while Transcending Obscurity had this to say:
"Altar Of Betelgeuze is onto something special. Not content with playing either doom or death metal, the band merge influences from both realms so to speak and create a seamless sound where clean singing and growls both have a place.
"Essentially Altar Of Betelgeuze plays stoner doom but with the heaviness and relative structuring of death metal. Long, winding songs that are at once emotive and crushing enthrall the listener for extended periods of time, while you are left wondering about suitable parallels for this unique band. 'Among the Ruins' is a definitive present-day album, when it's no longer about mimicking your idols but taking the sound forward in a logical, sincere manner."
01. The Offering
02. Sledge Of Stones
03. No Return
04. New Dawn
05. Absence Of Light
06. Advocates Of Deception
07. Among The Ruins More...
Pain Of Salvation Gives "Reasons" In New Video
Swedish progressive rock/metal innovators Pain of Salvation released a video clip for the new song "Reasons." The song appears on the much anticipated new studio album "In the Passing Light of Day,' which will be released on Friday the 13th of January, 2017 via longtime label partners InsideOutMusic.
On "Reasons" the band commented: "We are proud to present the second video from our upcoming album 'In the Passing Light of Day.' It's a hard and complex track, but is somehow catchy enough to make people go around humming it hours after they've heard it. I left one of the early demos in my car over the weekend, and the next week I heard my kids hum it while they were playing app games on their phones. Or, as Daniel Bergstrand put it, 'It's awesome - it's so catchy that you can't resist singing it, but it drives you crazy because at the same time you can't grasp the weird rhythms enough to do it right!' hahaha. The video is a bit different too, because I'm in it, but with all my clothes on and not having sex with anyone or even holding severed body parts of any kind. How weird is that? For those who think that's just too meek, I can offer some comfort to that, by revealing that four of us were bleeding after only two or three takes of the video. Who was the one who didn't bleed? That's a mystery for you to solve and discuss. 'Because I hate every motherfucking word you say!'
"Lyrically the song is about the harshest lows of a long-term relationship, but also a dark satire about true and deep loyalty and love - the kind that will not perish in any flame but just come out twice as strong. It's like a long and true friendship - it can withstand a little bit of conflict, dislike, or even hate, every now and then through the year, without going out. At least if the conflicts are shared and mutual, brought out in the open and dealt with with courage and truth. So, at the surface, it may first seem like a lyric about hate, but as you delve deeper into the philosophy of it, and if you pay attention to the small lyrical signs towards the end, you'll understand that it is a story about a strong love." More...
Pyogenesis Streams "Blaze, My Northern Flame"
Germany's Pyogenesis posted a lyric video for the new song "Blaze, My Northern Flame." The song appears on the upcoming new studio release "A Kingdom to Disappear," which will drop on February 24, 2017 via AFM Records. Pre-orders are available now at this location.
The album is the second in the 19th century trilogy album cycle, which began with the 2015 release "A Century in the Curse of Time." The track listing is as follows:
1. Sleep Is Good (Intro)
2. Every Man For Himself And God Against All
3. I Have Seen My Soul
4. It’s Too Late (A Kingdom To Disappear)
5. New Helvetia
6. That’s When Everybody Gets Hurt
7. We (1848)
8. Blaze, My Northern Flame
9. Everlasting Pain
Check out the clip here: More...
R.U.S.T.X. Posts "T.T.P.M." Teaser Clip
Cypriot traditional metal act R.U.S.T.X. (formerly R.U.S.T.) issued a teaser clip for the upcoming new album "T.T.P.M." The clip, shown below, unveils the album artwork, which was created by Nikoletta Kyprianou.
"T.T.P.M." was recorded at Firstline Studio by Alex Marton and was editing and mixed by Andrea Ramacciotti? at Woodstock Recording Studio. Mastering duties were also performed by Alex Marton.
The album is expected soon via Pitch Black Records. More information is expected shortly. Check out the teaser here:
The New Black Issues New Lyric Video
German groove metal act The New Black issued a new lyric video for the song "Buddha Belly." The song appears on the band's latest effort "A Monster's Life," which was issued back in February 2016 via AFM Records.
The New Black will celebrate its 10th Anniversary in a show on January 17th dubbed "Blackfest - 10 Years Anniversary" at Schweinfurt, Stattbahnhof with Motorjesus and Serpent Smile.
Check out the clip here:
Christ Denied Announces New Drummer
Spanish legendary "brutal christophobic death metal" band Christ Denied is proud to announce that the band's new drummer will be Fabio Ramírez (ex-Internal Suffering).
Christ Denied is currently working on new songs for the third full length album, which will be entitled "Christopsy," which six songs have already written. A few more will be finished during the next few months. Recordings are planned for this summer, which will feature Fabio, thus marking the first recording from the band to feature a live drummer in it's 23 year existence.
The band is also preparing songs for the next live appearance at the fourth edition of the Frankfurt Deathfest, scheduled for April 8th, which will include the following acts: Avulsed, Dead Infection, Mercyless, Aborted Fetus, Mass Infection, Savage Annihilation and many more. entrance to the festival is free.
As a taste of Fabio Ramírez, check out the drum playthrough video for the song "Putrid Christian Blood" from the 2013 album "Cancer Eradication": More...
Gory Blister Working On New Album
After the great audience reaction and sales achieved by "The Fifth Fury" (the band’s fifth album) released in 2014 via Sliptrick Records, Italy's Gory Blister have begun to work on the new album, scheduled to be released by the end of 2017.
The sound of this new album, as yet untitled, will be deeply rooted in the main influences of the band. Although drawing inspiration from bands such as Death, Carcass, Kreator and Cannibal Corpse, Gory Blister are also evolving, focusing on melodies and atmospheres from the most modern metal sounds without distorting the band’s own unique style and personality.
Recently, bass player Fabiano Andreacchio has joined Gory Blister to complete the line-up. Fabiano also writes and produces his own solo project, Atomic Factory (also on Sliptrick Records). Whilst working on the new album together, the band are preparing to hit the stage again with three live gigs in Italy:
• 20th January 2017 at Cantrale Rock Pub – Erba (CO)
• TBD March 2017 at Il Postaccio – Rome
• 20th April 2017 at Legend Club – Milan More...
Benighted Teases New Music Video
Benighted teases a new music video for "Reptilian", taken from the upcoming new album "Necrobreed", which will arrive in stores February 24th, 2017.
Check out the teaser below.
Disturbed Debuts New Music Video "Immortalized"
Disturbed is streaming a new music video for "Immortalized", the title track of the band's latest album. The video footage for it was filmed across the band's touring in 2016.
Check out now "Immortalized" below.
Pain Streaming New Music Video For "Coming Home"
Peter Tägtgren's (Hypocrisy) Pain is streaming a new music video for "Coming Home", the title track of the band's latest album, which was released on September 9, 2016 through Nuclear Blast.
Check out now "Coming Home" below.
Insulters: New Full-Album Streaming
Catalonian black/death metal band Insulters premieres the full-album stream of the band's brand new album "Metal Still Means Danger", which was officially released on January 1, 2017, via Unholy Prophecies and Equinox Discos.
The album was mixed and mastered by Javi Felez (Graveyard, Körgull) at Moontower Studios and is available in a large 7'' four-panel digipack format. A gatefold vinyl edition will follow later this year.
Check out now "Metal Still Means Danger" in its entirety below.
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