Metal News for January 9, 2009
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26 news articles posted on this day.
Interview
An Interview w/ Buddy From Senses Fail
Senses Fail, the New Jersey based group, released their debut EP “From Depths To Dreams” in 2002. Their most recent release, “Life is Not A Waiting Room,” deals with many personal issues from coping with the aftermath of a breakup to spending time with a fan before he died from cancer. They have a cut on the Madden NFL video game and have been on the Underworld: Evolution soundtrack in 2006 with “Bite to Break Sin,” and “Bad Reputation” on the Bad News Bears soundtrack in 2005. Now they are part of the new soundtrack Punisher: War Zone. I had an opportunity to talk with James “Buddy” Nielsen for Metalunderground.com. More...
Antagonist Parts with Guitarist Matt Lopez
California metal band Antagonist has officially parted ways with guitar player Matt Lopez. The band has released the following statement:
"Our long time friend and guitarist and friend Matt Lopez has decided to call it a day and pursue other things.
"He joined the band about 6 years ago, and although he wasn't technically an "original" member, we consider him one. He added so much to the band in terms of music and just our personality in general (or lack thereof, until he joined the group). He's decided that he wants to go back to school and we support him 100 percent.
"There's absolutely NO bad blood between us, we're still all the best of friends and will continue to jam and make music that isn't Antagonist. Being in a full time touring band is definitely not easy, especially one like ours that still books our own tours and hasn't made money in our ten year history (sad but true, haha). This lifestyle isn't for everyone, and to be perfectly honest, Matt did the very smart and logical thing, because now he won't be broke like the rest of us!
"So i know you're all wondering who's going to take Matt's place. And the fact is, so are we! We don't know the answer to that yet, but thankfully our good friend Lanny Pearlman (ex-Cerberus) is filling in for a few shows. We're currently looking for someone to fill in for our February tours, as Lanny won't be able to do so due to work obligations. As for a permanent replacement, that's something we'll need to think about long and hard. But we'll keep you all posted.
"If you have any questions/comments, please let us know. Matt's last show w/ the band will be at the end of this month. We'll let you know the details as soon as we get them."
The Haunted's Canadian Tour Routing Revised
The Haunted's Canadian tour routing has been revised:
Calgary and Edmonton change of dates:
April 08 - Calgary, AB
April 09 - Edmonton, AB
April 16 - Montreal, QC Venue has been moved to Le Medley.
April 18 - West Chester, PA has been added to the tour.
The complete tour, which also features support by NACHTMYSTIUM, KYLESA, and INTRONAUT, looks like this: More...
Skindred To Release "Electric Avenue" Cover
Skindred will release “Electric Avenue” a cover of the classic Eddy Grant song through Myspace this Monday, January 13th. “Electric Avenue” became a cross-Atlantic smash, topping the charts in both the US and UK. The original most recently gained notoriety by being prominently featured in the hit Seth Rogen comedy, “Pineapple Express”
Skindred is set to triumphantly return to the States later this month when they will tour the country with Disturbed and Sevendust. More tour dates have recently been announced and are listed below. More...
Helel Signs To Debemur Morti Productions
French maniacs HELEL have joined the ranks of Debemur Morti Productions. Their first album, "A Sigil Burnt Deep Into The Flesh," will be unleashed in the coming months. In the meantime, you can check out some of their material here.
BMTH Premieres "Chelsea Smile" Video Online
Bring Me The Horizon premiered the video for “Chelsea Smile” over on MySpace. You can check it out below.
As previously reported, Bring Me The Horizon was recently confirmed for 2009's edition of the Rockstar Taste Of Chaos, which kicks off on February 14 in Los Angeles, California. More...
Thanatos Announces New Album Details
Dutch death metal band Thanatos has issued the following statement about their upcoming album:
"It took us a fucking long time, but in a couple of months, 'Justified Genocide', our 5th full length album, will finally hit the shelves. The album is currently being mixed by Dan Swanö and it's great to see the album actually (and finally) taking shape now. After all the delays and the record label shit we've been through once again, it's a real good feeling to listen to the -almost- finished recordings now. It's pretty safe to say that this album will have the rawest, most dirty and "in your face" sound we ever managed to achieve on a Thanatos record. It features some of the fastest, most aggressive shit we ever recorded, but of course we also have some slower, heavier parts. The emphasis definitely lies on thrash metal, but as always there's also some death metal in our songs.
Judge for yourself in March. We'll upload another song (rough mix) on our MySpace page in early February. We'll also make sure that the album will be directly available through our website."
Metallica Hosts All Music Videos In One Location
Metallica has issued the following statement about hosting all of their music videos on their official website:
"In case you've been having a hard time finding and watching your favorite Metallica promo videos on other websites (!!) or trying to dig through our own website to find them, we've made them more accessible, actually downright hassle free, right here on the front page of your friendly neighborhood Metallica.com. If that wasn't enough, how about watching the videos through our brand new Flash Video Player!?
You'll find all of our Music Videos dating back to 1989's 'One' all the way up to our latest clip for 'All Nightmare Long.' You'll also find a few alternate edits of some of our videos such as an 11-minute theatrical cut of 'The Unforgiven' and a naughty little version of 'Whiskey in the Jar.' Since we upgraded to our new Video Player, all the Music Videos are crisper, clearer, and much higher quality than the clips that were living on the site before.
Kick back at your leisure and check out your favorite videos, past and present, by clicking here."
Enslaved and KoK Nominated for Norwegian Grammy
Enslaved has been nominated for the Norwegian Grammy Awards in the category Best Metal Album for “Vertebrae.” The prize ceremony will take place in Oslo on Saturday, January, 24th.
Grutle Kjellson comments: "This is great! Although this our 5th nomination, I will never get used to receiving honors such as this! Some people claim these awards does not mean anything, and they might be right of course. Then again they are lying idiots if they claim they wouldn't appreciate a Best Metal Album award. It simply states that you are doing something right even if your life doesn't depend on it."
"Congratulations to our buddies in Keep of Kalessin with their nomination too!"
Keep of Kalessin is also nominated for Best Metal album for ”Kolossus.” Keep of Kalessin will start 2009 with a headlining Finland tour, which starts January 10th in Helsinki, then Jyväskylä, Turku and Tampere.
Testament Announces NAMM 2009 Schedule
The schedule for all Testament members at NAMM 2009 has now been announces:
FRIDAY, January 16th:
11:00am - 12:00pm: Eric Peterson @ Dean Guitars booth
01:00pm - 01:30pm: Alex Skolnick and Greg Christain @ Peavey Amps booth
02:00pm - 04:00pm: Paul Bostaph @ Paiste Cymbal booth
02:00pm - 02:30pm: Alex Skolnick @ RockHouse Videos booth
03:00pm - 03:30pm: Alex Skolnick @ Yamaha Acoustic Guitars booth
09:00pm: Alex Skolnick Trio Performance @ Hilton Pulse Lounge
SATURDAY, January 17th:
12:00pm - 12:30pm: Alex Skolnick @ Yamaha Acoustic Guitars booth
01:00pm - 01:30pm: Alex Skolnick @ Yamaha Acoustic Guitars booth
03:00pm - 04:00pm: Chuck Billy @ Nady Microphone Booth
03:00pm - 04:00pm: Eric Peterson @ Dean Guitars booth
03:00pm: Alex Skolnick @ Yamaha Acoustic Guitars booth
(Yamaha acoustic guitar performance with Joe Bonnamasso)
Cardamon Signs To Femme Metal Records
Femme Metal Records has officially signed female-fronted Dutch melancholic rock/metal band Cardamon for the re-release of their debut album "The Primrose Path." The re-release will feature a new bonus track that never made it onto the first release. You can check out some of Cardamon's material on their MySpace page.
Sanctification Posts Two New Songs Online
Swedish death metal band, Sanctification, have posted two new songs on their MySpace page from their upcoming album "Black Reign." The band currently has the songs "Storm," "Black Reign," and "Flesh Bone and Skin" on their MySpace page available for streaming. A release date for the new album will be announced soon.
Demonoid Issues Update
DEMONOID, the Swedish old-school death/thrash metal project featuring ex-THERION members Kristian Niemann (guitar) and Johan Niemann (bass) along with former SOILWORK / CHIMAIRA drummer Richard Evensand, and DARK FUNERAL's Caligula on vocals offers the following update:
"Updates have been few and far between the last couple of months and recording has been on hold because well....life sort of got in the way. The family moved in November and it took just about two months to get everything sorted and up and running again. I also had to start earning more money; meaning working more; meaning more time spent with guitar students and less on the new record. Not exactly what I had planned but you gotta do what you gotta do." More...
Face The Panic Announces Line Up Changes
New York metal band, Face The Panic, have issued the following update regarding some line up changes in the band:
"We have some good news/bad news. The bad news is that after 2 years Mike 'Union' Jeffers and FTP have parted ways. It was under about the best possible circumstances imaginable, and there are no hard feelings from either side. We wish him the best of luck in future endeavors." More...
Darkane Issues Pre-tour Update
Guitarist Christofer Malmström of the Swedish metal band DARKANE has issued the following update:
"I realized that it's only 3.5 weeks left until we leave for our massive U.S. tour with SOILWORK, DAYLIGHT DIES, WARBRINGER and SWALLOW THE SUN. This tour will be interesting. We will play two shows, then have a day off, and then play like 35 days in a row without a break. I hope everyone will stay healthy because this will be rough. Then we have a day off again. All in all, we are going to play 50 shows in 52 days. 41 shows in the U.S. and nine in Canada. But the bottom line is that we are all looking forward to this VERY much!" More...
Ephel Duath Releases Video Trailer Online
Italian avant-garde metallers Ephel Duath are gearing up for the release of their newest and most bizarre studio album yet.
The new album, titled "Through My Dog's Eyes," is based on a concept conjured up by guitarist and founding member Davide Tiso, in which the entire album is written from the perspective of a dog.
Due to be released by Earache Records on January 26th, "Through My Dog's Eyes" includes a limited edition bonus DVD. The DVD contains an exclusive art-documentary, featuring an in-depth look at the concepts behind the new
album, along with the history and evolution of the band, all told by main man Davide Tiso.
The trailer video for the upcoming album can be viewed below. More...
Wednesday 13 Announces Changes To Upcoming Tour
Wednesday 13 has issued the following statement about change to their upcoming tour:
"Wednesday 13 is pleased to announce that Roadrunner recording artist Dommin will be replacing Son Of Sam on the West Coast tour dates this February. Due to commitments with their main bands, some of the members of Son Of Sam are no longer available to tour during this time.
Veteran A&R rep Monte Conner signed the band to the label and was quick to express his excitement, saying, "Dommin comes across as very fresh and unique in today's landscape. Kristofer Dommin is their secret weapon. His vocals are absolutely compelling, and this is especially evident live where you can feel the power, passion and emotion of every word he sings."
The dates are as follows:
Feb 20 2009 El Corazon Seattle, Washington
Feb 21 2009 Satyricon Portland, Oregon
Feb 22 2009 Blake’s On Telegraph Berkeley, California
Feb 24 2009 Whisky A Go-Go Hollywood, California
Feb 25 2009 The Sets Tempe, Arizona
Feb 27 2009 Red 7 Austin, Texas
Feb 28 2009 Club Dada Dallas, Texas
Oomph! Posts New Video For "Sandmann" Online
German band Oomph! has posted a new video online for their song "Sandmann." The video can be viewed below. The band issued the following statement about the video:
"With 'Sandmann,' Oomph! are releasing a new single on ..Feb. 6th, 2009.. that is not included on theircurrent Top Ten studio album 'Monster'.
Most of us think of the ‘Sandmann’ in terms of a happy childhood memory. But this new Oomph! song puts a brand new twist on the familiar old story, from the perspective of anything but a happy childhood! In 'Sandmann,; Oomph! bear their standard in the usual high fashion we’ve come to expect, additionally incorporating a children's lullaby that every child in the band’s native ....Germany.... knows from the crib to the grave. While the first impression in the chorus subtly transports us emotionally back to our earliest days, closer inspection reveals something more sinister just below the surface…...." More...
Trollfest Release New Album, "Villanden"
Norwegian folk metal band Trollfest have just announced that their new album, "Villanden," has been released. They have also stated that a "making of Villanden" will be available soon to mention one of their "upcoming treats," but they haven't mentioned anything on the matter of what form this treat will come in.
Sirenia's New Album Available for Pre-Listening
Norwegian Gothic Metal band Sirenia would like to inform you that, before their new full-length "The 13th Floor" is released on January 23rd, you can pre-listen to it in its entirety on their MySpace page. Sirenia have not mentioned when the pre-listening option will be over.
Candlemass Reveals New Album Information
This statement has just been released by Nuclear Blast concerning the new Candlemass album:
"The one and only masters of Epic Doom, namely Candlemass, have just revealed some crucial details about their upcoming album. The release date has now been set for March 27th, and disciples of the Doom sound can expect eight mighty hymns on 'Death Magic Doom'! "
The tracklist reads as follows:
1. If I Ever Die
2. Hammer of Doom
3. The Bleeding Baroness
4. Demon of the Deep
5. House of 1000 Voices
6. Dead Angel
7. Clouds of Dementia
8. My Funeral Dreams
Fenriz of Darkthrone Announces Contest Answers
Yesterday, Fenriz of Darkthrone announced a trivia competition which had a question about the musical career of Darkthrone. He awarded two winners, who went by the names of Skorge and Damien, copies of Fenriz' Metal Merchants DJ set. The question was this: what are the similarities between Darkthrone's earlier musical career and that of James Brown or Status Quo? Their answers are shown below.
Damien's answer:
"Darkthrone's earlier musical career was profoundly influenced by the development of many different musical genres, yet applying what they can hear in a context that suits themselves in a way in which they like. Much like James Brown or Status Quo, they did exactly the same thing such as James Brown with blues and gospel-based forms of music and Status Quo with pop, rock n' roll and even psychedelia."
Skorge's answer:
"I'll go with the same sort of answer to Damien; Status Quo started out with psychedelic sort of music [style] but became disillusioned with their musical direction and abandoned the style for something else, much like Darkthrone did with Soulside Journey, abandoning death metal for black metal.
"James Brown was similar to Darkthrone's early career in almost the same way; he started off with a blues sort of style, and eventually crafted into a R&B sort of style.
"Also, each band was influenced heavily by different genres, as is evident by Darkthrone's shift in musical style, [changing] twice, and the way Fenriz posts bands on the myspace which we can check out, many of which are of different styles and backgrounds.
"There, that's what I think.
Priest's Glenn Tipton Talks About Touring And More
SundayMercury.net recently conducted an interview with Judas Priest guitarist Glenn Tipton. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below.
On plans for the band's latest album, "Nostradamus", a concept double album, to be performed in its entirety:
"Our ambition is to perform 'Nostradamus' from start to finish when everyone's got used to it and they all know it. We'll certainly pick some special venues as we'd like to make an event of it. We'll be looking at venues around the world that would contribute to the classical and operatic side of the project."
On an incident on their 1984 "Defenders of the Faith" tour, which means they're unable to play at one of the world's top arenas:
"Madison Square Garden banned us for life. The audience went berserk and ripped all the seats out. They cost more that quarter of a million dollars to replace. Me and Ken [PRIEST guitarist K.K. Downing] went back there to see a tennis match which John McEnroe was playing in. We went incognito, wearing hoodies so no one would recognize us but the ushers came up to us and said, 'Thanks for the new seats, guys.'"
On the upcoming European tour with Megadeth and Testament:
"The intro tape will be 'Dawn Of Creation' from 'Nostradamus', then 'Prophecy' and 'Death', and for our playout there's the title track so the fans will get plenty of 'Nostradamus' as such. . . There's 'Hell Patrol', 'Devil's Child', 'Sinner' — classic Priest, plus the unmissable 'Painkiller' and 'Hell Bent For Leather'."
On Judas Priest's next project:
"We might do a live album. We've recorded quite a few shows so we have to get together and listen to those and a think about that. But with us you never know what's around the corner. We never really plan. We finish a tour, take a break, then we go into a room and start to write. We're very lucky in this band that we have a great writing formula, we never know what we're going to come up with. That's the beauty of Priest, you never know what's coming next."
Read the full article at SundayMercury.net.
Something Beautiful Enters The Studio
Chicago prog-gothic metal band SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL have entered the studio to record their second full length CD "Songs About Angels".
"Songs About Angels" is an ambitious concept album about relationships, identity and of course murder. The CD will be relased on Tuesday, May 26, 2009, through buncha Losers. Songs set to appear on the CD include fan favorites "Holding On" and "Daughter of God".
The band has set up a pre-order package at their website that will include "Songs About Angels" and a limited edition dog tag featuring the band's logo on one side and the album cover art on the reverse side as well as the release date. To pre-order "Songs About Angels" go to denythepain.com.
Download Autumn's "Skydancer" Song As MP3
Metal Blade Records has posted a new MP3 of Dutch rock/metal band AUTUMN's song "Skydancer" for free download. The song is off the band's upcoming album, "Altitude," which features the debut of new vocalist Marjan Welman, who replaced Nienke de Jong who parted with the band early last year.
"Altitude" will hit stores on February, 13th in select territories (D/A/CH/I), and on February 27th for the rest of Europe. The limited first edition will be released as a Digipak including an exclusive bonus track.
Unholy Finishing New Album, Reveals Tracklisting
After originally entering the studio in November, Unholy will finish up the recording process for their new album at the end of this month. Titled "New Life Behind Closed Eyes," the effort is tentatively set for a late-April release via Prosthetic Records. Additionally, Closed Casket Activities will be releasing a limited vinyl version as well.
Here's the track listing for Unholy's "New Life Behind Closed Eyes":
01. Children Of Eternal Sleep
02. Seeker Immortal
03. These Wounds Never Heal
04. Into The Flesh Of Another
05. The Blinding Light
06. Look To The Blood
07. No Faith
08. The Followers
09. Behind The Veil Of Darkness
10. New Life Behind Closed Eyes
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