Metal News for October 21, 2007
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Paradise Lost Issue European Tour Video Report
A four-minute European tour report from Nick Holmes and Greg MacIntosh of the UK-based doom/gothic metal pioneers PARADISE LOST can be viewed here.
PARADISE LOST recently released the video for the song "Praise Lamented Shade", taken from the band's latest CD, "In Requiem", which was issued via Century Media Records in May 2007. The clip was filmed during PARADISE LOST's April 2007 show at Koko in London (a concert which was filmed for an upcoming DVD) and was directed by Dash Productions (who worked with people such as STEVEN SEAGAL, GARY NUMAN, LEVEL 42, PAUL RODGERS, RICK ASTLEY, HEAVEN 17, THE DAMNED, MARC ALMOND, DEXY'S MIDNIGHT RUNNERS and many more).
"In Requiem" is finally available on vinyl again. As the limited 4 x 7" box (2,000 copies) was sold out in the first week of release, Century Media Records and PARADISE LOST have decided to release the album as a vinyl LP, too. It contains the regular album tracks and comes in heavy cardboard gatefold cover, including a newly designed poster. More...
Egypt Central Sign to Fat Lady Music
Following failed signings to Atlantic/Lava and Bieler Bros. Records, EGYPT CENTRAL has signed to Fat Lady Music, an arm of Warner Bros. Records. Their Josh Abraham produced debut will be remixed by Paul David Hager and released to retailers nationwide on January 22.
Terror Release Headlining Tour Dates
TERROR have lined up the following upcoming dates with MIND PIECE:
November 4 - Hamilton, ON @ Casbah
November 5 - Ottawa, ON @ Barrymore’s
November 6 - Quebec City, QC @ L’Anti
November 7 - Bucksport, ME @ The Kave
November 8 - Pompton Lakes, NJ @ Mainstage w/ Sworn Enemy
November 9 - Wilmington, DE @ The Harmony Garage w/ Sworn Enemy
November 10 - Albany, NY @ T.B.A.
November 11 - Holyoke, MA @ Waterfront Tavern
November 12 - Lemoyne, PA @ Champion Ship
November 13 - Harrisonburg, VA @ James Madison University
Society 1 Frontman Comments On Paul Raven's Death
SOCIETY 1 frontman Matt Zane has issued the following statement regarding the passing of legendary bassist Paul Raven (MINISTRY, PRONG, SOCIETY 1, KILLING JOKE, GODFLESH, MOB RESEARCH):
"Paul Raven was the most stand-up guy I ever had the pleasure to work with. The thing about Raven is that after working together he made an effort in the following years to stay in touch even if it was just to drop you a quick message to let you know he was keeping an eye on you. That was the coolest thing about him. He respected you and made it a point to let you know that.
"With everything he has done with his career he didn't have to stay in contact or even admit his involvement with me and my band but that's what separated him in my eyes from all the other musicians I've had dealings with over the years. More...
Therion Mainman Issues Update
THERION mainman Christofer Johnsson has vowed to carry on with the group's North American tour even if vocalist singer Snowy Shaw (who shares the vocal duties with Thomas Vikström and two female singers) is forced to sit out a few dates due to his passport being stolen in San Francisco.
In a statement earlier today, Johnsson said, "Just want to correct was was just posted by Snowy. There is no risk at all that we will be canceling shows. He may lose a few shows, but we will carry on those without him with Thomas doing his vocal parts. Promoters and fans that travel far can be sure the shows will take place and the only reliable source for possible cancellations of shows is the official THERION web page."
For a list of upcoming THERION tour dates, click here.
Gorgoroth's King ov Hell Vows To Carry On
GORGOROTH bassist King ov Hell and vocalist Gaahl have issued the following statement regarding the group's current status:
"Gaahl, King and Infernus have decided to part ways."
"GORGOROTH have existed as a three-piece for the past several years but have ceased from this moment on in this incarnation."
"Vocalist Gaahl (lyrics) and King (bassist/composer) will continue the scheduled European tour in November under the name GORGOROTH with a replacement for Infernus." More...
Benediction Reform and Book Studio Time
Long-running British Death Metal legends BENEDICTION have posted the following statement on their MySpace page:
“OK, they’ve talked and talked about it for long enough. The boys will be going into the studio on November 21 (booked and confirmed!) to actually record the fucking album (Killing Music) at long last. It will be released at the end of March 2008 and a full tour will commence in April 2008 for God knows how long followed by as many festivals that will allow them to play!!! There will be at least 12 tracks on the final mix, maybe more, if the studio can keep them out of the bar for long enough. Let’s hope they manage to stay alive long enough to get in the studio considering the mayhem they cause by just popping out for a few drinks together!!! Get the ambulances ready, it’s gonna get messy.”
The line up of BENEDICTION consists of:
Dave Hunt – Vocals
Darren Brookes – Guitar
Peter Rew – Guitars
Frank Healy – Bass
Nicholas Barker – Drums
Gorgoroth's Internal Conflict Leads To Split
Infernus, guitarist of Norwegian black metallers GORGOROTH, has posted the following update:
“I am writing to inform you about the fact that there has been taken a decision to split up the band, Infernus on one side, Gaahl and King on the other. We can not continue working together any longer. What is still not agreed upon is who rightfully get to keep the band’s name, as it is both parts will to continue. Since this will be a question of legal affairs, I am afraid this might take time to get sorted out. I am sorry for that.”
Therion Announce Deluxe Vinyl Releases
Night Of The Vinyl Dead Records have announced the release of THERION's 2004 album Lemuria/Sirius B album in a Deluxe Edition: Triple-Gatefold cover, two splatter vinyls (yellow and blue) and two booklets of 16 pages each. The release is limited to 500 copies.
The tracklisting is as follows:
Sirius B (yellow splatter vinyl):
Side A:
'The Blood Of Kingu',
'Son Of The Sun',
'The Khlysti Evangelist',
'Dark Venus Persephone',
'Kali Yuga, Part 1',
'Kali Yuga, Part 2'.
Side B:
'The Wondrous World Of Punt',
'Melek Taus',
'Call Of Dagon',
'Sirius B',
'Voyage Of Gurdjieff (The Fourth Way)'. More...
Tarot To Issue DVD Next Spring
The long running Finnish metallers TAROT founded by the Hietala brothers; guitarist Zachary and bassist/vocalist Marco (also of NIGHTWISH fame) are scheduled to release a DVD next spring, depending upon Marco’s touring commitments. “The (Tarot) guys are having a holiday now,” says the bassist. “When (Nightwish) has a week off in November (after the current US run), I will go to Kuopio, see the guys and check out how the editing is going. We filmed one of the last Finnish shows (Aug 17th, Rupla club). It will probably be released in May, maybe April, if we can get everything done. We’re doing two shows in Germany, as special guests of Nightwish, right before the end of this year. I’ll be doing two shows a night! It will be quite hectic days, but if Zakk Wlyde can do it, with BLACK LABEL SOCIETY and OZZY… The guys would love to come to North America, but right now, that’s impossible, because (Nightwish) takes so much of my time.”
Raunchy To Enter The Studio In February
Danish metallers RAUNCHY check in with the following update:
"We will enter Jacob Hansen Studios on February 11, 2008 and will be there for three weeks to record the next album. So far 11 songs have taken their final form and we'll spend the coming months to finalize details, and generally just do some 'layering' to give each song the right atmosphere. Furthermore we have a release date for the forthcoming and yet untitled new album which is: June 30, 2008 (via Lifeforce)."
Episode 13 To Release 'Pitch Black' In November
Raven Records will release the second album from the Turkish black metal band EPISODE 13 in November. The follow-up to 2005's "Tabula Rasa", "Pitch Black" will feature artwork by the Spanish artist Namtaru. The CD will be distributed by Infernus Rex in Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Austria, Germany and Switzerland.
"Pitch Black" track listing:
01. Misanthropy For The Beginners
02. Self Destruction
03. Pitch Black
04. War
05. Hate Universe
06. Torture Bleeding
07. Newborn Spy
08. Fleshlight
09. Die Again
The song "Pitch Black" is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page.
Wrathful Plague New Album Due This Week
After months of delays, the Midwest black metal horde WRATHFUL PLAGUE is set to release its sophomore album entitled, "Bitter Forest Winds", on October 23 through E.E.E. Records. In recent interviews frontman Nostaun stated that this effort "marks an immense step forward for WRATHFUL PLAGUE, both musically and production-wise, and most importantly [represents] a breakaway from any controversial 'religious' ideologies that were contained in past WRATHFUL PLAGUE albums."
Tracks from "Bitter Forest Winds" can be sampled on the band's MySpace page.
Hydrogyn Set New Album Release Date
Hydrogyn is entering the final stages of the writing process for the new CD that is slated for spring release.
"The writing is going great and the songs are shaping up to be very strong and a big growth from Bombshell," says vocalist Julie enthusiastically about the new material.
With writing finishing up the band is also getting ready to go back to Europe to finish up the last live dates of 2007 before entering the studio in December and January to record the yet as untitled new CD.
Hydrogyn has also picked up The Paramour Group for management and its agency group. More...
Shatter Messiah Post New Audio Samples Online
SHATTER MESSIAH, featuring ex-NEVERMORE/ex-ANNIHILATOR guitarist Curran Murphy, have issued the following update:
"Hey Everyone,
In celebration of our eagerly anticipated sophomore release, God Burns Like Flesh, we have made two new mp3 players available at www.shattermessiah.com. The first features samples from the new album. The second features the first release Never To Play the Servant in it's glorious entirety! So head on over to our multimedia page at this location and crank it up while you surf the web!!!!
See you there! "
Ozzy Osbourne To Tour Australia In March
OZZY OSBOURNE will embark on a short tour of Australia in March. Confirmed dates are as follows:
March 15 - Melbourne, AUS @ Rod Laver Arena
March 18 - Sydney, AUS @ Acer Arena
March 20 - Brisbane, AUS @ Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Tickets go on sale on Thursday, November 1.
Helion Announce New Singer
Finnish melodic metallers HELION have recruited Simo Autio, mastermind behind the now-defunct CAUSEMOS, to be the group's new lead singer. "Knowing his scale of talent on the music field, we're excited to have him onboard," the band said in a statement. "It is fair to say, he is likely to be adding a whole new perspective into HELION music."
HELION's video of the song "God of Fire", recorded live during the band's April 27, 2007 concert at Torvi in Lahti, Finland, can be viewed here. The clip features a guest appearance on vocals by Kärtsy Hatakka of WALTARI.
HELION's latest album, "Mercury Rising", was recorded at Studio Sound Supreme (AMORAL, PAIN CONFESSOR, ROTTEN SOUND) and was the group's first CD to feature new guitar player Kimmo Korhonen. As an added bonus, a remixed version of "Pay Day" is also included on the effort.
Valfeanor Release Debut Album
En Ny Tid, the new album from the Austrian band VALFEANOR, saw it’s release this week on the Black Tower Productions Label. Written by founder member Desderoth, and produced by Greg Marboe of PUNGENT STENCH and HOLLENTHON, En Ny Tid is the band’s first release, and contains nine tracks of epic black metal, including haunting melodic instrumentals.
Aside from Desderoth on bass and vocals, the band comprises Anaroth on guitars, Mergol on drums and former VISIONS OF ATLANTIS keyboard player Christopher Kamper. The band is currently looking to expand its touring line up with an additional guitarist, and a session keyboard player to cover for Kamper, whose commitments make touring difficult for him. Given the complicated bass riffs used by the band, the possibility of using a session bass player is also being considered, in order to allow Desderoth to concentrate on the vocals. More...
The Dillinger Escape Plan Release More Tour Dates
More dates have been released for THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN’s rescheduled U.S. tour, that now appears to feature A LIFE ONCE LOST, GENGHIS TRON, and STOLEN BABIES:
December 1 - London, ON @ Call The Office
December 2 - Toronto, ON @ Opera House
December 3 - Detroit, MI @ St. Andrews Hall
December 4 - Cleveland, OH @ Peabody’s
December 5 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Rex Theatre
December 6 - Louisville, KY @ Headliner’s
December 7 - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
December 8 - Saint Petersburg, FL @ The State Theatre
December 9 - Orlando, FL @ Back Booth
December 11 - Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Culture Room
December 13 - Baltimore, MD @ Ottobar
December 14 - Asbury Park, NJ @ Stone Pony
December 16 - New York, NY @ Blender Theater at Gramercy
December 18 - Cambridge, MA @ Middle East
December 19 - Poughkeepsie, NY @ The Chance
December 20 - Portland, ME @ The Station
Jonathan Davis Releases More Solo Tour Dates
KORN frontman Jonathan Davis has lined up the following upcoming solo acoustic tour dates, with GODHEAD as support:
November 9 - Hartford, CT @ Webster Theater
November 10 - Verona, NY @ Turning Stone Showroom
November 12 - Boston, MA @ Berklee Performance Center
November 13 - New York, NY @ Nokia Theatre
November 14 - Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
November 16 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Trocadero
November 17 - Hampton Beach, NH @ Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom
November 18 - Providence, RI @ Lupo’s
November 20 - Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa
November 21 - Charlotte, NC @ Tremont Music Hall
November 23 - N. Myrtle Beach, SC @ House of Blues
November 24 - Atlanta, GA @ Roxy Theatre
November 25 - Orlando, FL @ Hard Rock Live
November 27 - Houston, TX @ Verizon Wireless Theatre
November 28 - San Antonio, TX @ Sunset Station
November 29 - Dallas, TX @ House of Blues
December 1 - Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre
December 3 - Phoenix, AZ @ Marquee Theatre
December 4 - Los Angeles, CA @ Orpheum Theatre
December 6 - Highland, CA @ San Manuel Casino
December 7 - Santa Anna, CA @ Galaxy Theatre
December 8 - Ventura, CA @ Ventura Theatre
December 10 - San Diego, CA @ House of Blues
December 11 - Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues
Therion's North American Dates In Jeopardy
THERION singer Snowy Shaw — who shares the vocal duties with Thomas Vikström (CANDLEMASS) and two female singers — has issued the following statement:
"As soon as THERION left the South American leg of the world tour and arrived at the hotel in the ghetto-like area Tenderloin, San Francisco, we all went to Taco Bell at the corner of the block where, after a big fat meal, I was stupid enough to forget my shoulder bag. In my bag was my passport including Japan visa, U.S. visa etc., 800 euros, Mac laptop, cell phone, iPod and in-ear monitor system besides all other stuff. I returned to the resturant 10-15 minutes later, but the staff hadn't seen anything. I talked to the big black security guy by the door who told me he saw two ugly mutherfuckers take off on a bicycle right after our posse left, and suggested I go down the street looking for them. which I did and discovered two guys in the dark by a garbage bin going over my bag… Seconds later, I ended up fighting the guys and while I wrestled one of them the other took off with my stuff. I then made a police report with minimal chances of recovering my belongings, and this of course caused a fucking disaster since I had my Japanese visa and U.S. visa in my passport. Now the whole remaining part of the tour is in jeopardy." More...
In Mourning Sign to Aftermath Music
Swedish progressive death metal band IN MOURNING has inked a deal with the Norwegian label Aftermath Music. The group's debut album, "Shrouded Divine", is scheduled for release on January 2, 2008.
"Shrouded Divine" was recorded in August 2007 at Black Lounge Studio with producer Jonas Kjellgren (SCAR SYMMETRY, WORLD BELOW, CENTINEX, CARNAL FORGE).
For more information, including audio samples, visit the IN MOURNING MySpace page.
Methadrone sign to Foreshadow Productions
Foreshadow Productions welcomes Methadrone to their label with the following statement:
"We are extremely proud to announce the signing of a new artist to our label - excellent American project METHADRONE! The artist behind the project, Craig Pillard, is definitely not a new-comer to the music scene as he is known from his work in INCANTATION in the 90-ties and as a current bass player for EVOKEN. Under the METHADRONE moniker he explores doom / drone areas of the musical spectrum. His newest album entitled "Sterility" will be released in Spring of 2008, but already in November we are releasing a free internet single promoting the album. In the meantime check out a new track from the up-coming release entitled "Self Relinquishment" with guest vocals from David Galas, which is available on METHADRONE MySpace page."
Headline News
Ministry Bassist Paul Raven Found Dead at 46
Ministry's bassist Paul Raven was found dead today [October 20th] in a private home in a small French village on the Swiss border. Initial reports indicate Raven's passing was due to a heart attack. Raven (known also for his work with Killing Joke, Prong) was in Geneva working with French recording artists Treponem Pal on their new release, with Marco Neves, Ted Parsons (Prong) and members of The Young Gods.
Born in Wolverhampton UK on January 16, 1961, Paul Vincent Raven established himself with his work in the seminal post-punk/industrial group Killing Joke when, in 1982 he replaced the original bassist for the band, recording and touring with the group throughout its most commercially successful period, performing on Fire Dances, Night Time and Brighter than a Thousand Suns. Throughout his extensive career, Raven participated in other collaborations including Prong, Murder, Inc., Pigface, Godflesh. More...
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