Metal News for October 25, 2005
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23 news articles posted on this day.
MetalUnderground.com Sponsors Hammerslag Festival
No doubt you've noticed the Hammerslag Festival logo on our home page. But now I can announce that Metalunderground.com is an official sponsor of Norway's Hammerslag Festival. The festival, which is to take place on December 16 and 17, 2005, is a two-day showcase of extreme black, death and grind metal bands. Sponsorship of the Hammerslag festival fits with Metalunderground.com's mission of promoting underground heavy metal.
The two-day extreme metal festival, in its second year, takes place in Norway's oldest city, Tønsberg (est. 871). Friday night's show will be held at Rivals Rockpub and Saturday's will in an old church built in 1857. The festival boasts more than nine confirmed bands including Tsjuder, Myrkskog, Svartahrid, Grand Alchemist, Framferd, Draugstafur, Mindgrinder, and She Said Destroy with more in negotiations.
"The Hammerslag Festival is the ideal metal festival for Metalunderground.com to announce its first sponsorship deal with," said Metalunderground.com owner Doug Gibson. "With our large American readership, there is not a more fitting genre of metal to bring to their attention than Norwegian black metal. Every reader that discovers a new metal band that they like through Metalunderground.com reinforces why I started this website in the first place."
"Promotion of this event to an American audience benefits Hammerslag Festival, the Norwegian Extreme Metal Scene, and metalheads alike," said the festival's organizer, Bjørn Almar Rolstad Johansen. "The bands as well as the experience of a black metal festival at the old church are quite special as well, considering the theme of the fest."
Tickets for the Hammerslag Festival can be purchased through Ticketmaster at http://www.ticketmaster.no/html/browse.htmI?l=EN&TOUR=HAMMER
Planes Mistaken For Stars Get New Members
Guitarist Matt Bellinger has left Planes Mistaken For Stars to focus on his side project Ghost Buffalo. Alternatively, Mikey Ricketts has left Ghost Buffalo to focus on Planes Mistaken For Stars. This line up change will see the addition of Neil Keener (Git Some, Red Cloud) at the bass position, with Planes’ current bassist Chuck French moving over to guitar.
The current line up looks like this: Gared O’Donnell (vocals, guitar), Mikey Ricketts (drums), Chuck French (guitar), Neil Keener (bass).
Planes Mistaken For Stars continue to write their Abacus Recordings' 06/06/06 debut and plan to demo the new material in November.
Site Update
Metalunderground.com Upgrades Coming Soon
Metalunderground.com's readership has been growing at a decent rate and we're outgrowing our current set up. I've noticed the responsiveness of the site to be less than ideal a few times lately and want you to know that I am in the process of researching and evaluating various options for the site in the near future. Please bear with us in the meantime if the site seems a little slow now and then. (It's certainly not a problem all the time - just at peak usage times).
I'd be glad to hear your feedback on the matter as well, so feel free to leave a comment and let me know how the site speed is for you or if you've noticed any slow downs. \m/
"Monsters of Metal" Show Details Revealed
The first annual "Monsters of Metal" show hits Salt Lake City, Utah. The show is scheduled for Saturday, December 10th at "Club Vegas" in Salt Lake City for this one time appearance by Helstar, Agent Steel, Katagory V and Avenger of Blood. Ronny Munroe, lead singer of Metal Church, will be making a special appearance as the emcee and will be hosting this special metal show. "Salt Lake City has a big following of Metal music and is a perfect place to put this show and that's why we are bringing this here," states Jeff Baker of Loud Production Co. of Las Vegas, Nevada who is putting this show on along with Salt Lake City promoters Mr. Toast/Triamid Productions. Legendary frontman James Rivera of Houston, Texas band Helstar is excited by this show because Salt Lake City has always treated him well and has a loyal following of fans there. We are also hoping to get people from all over to come to this event. You can view the poster/flyer at metalchurch.com.
Tickets are $18 in advance and are available at 24tix.com, SmithsTIX.com, The Heavy Metal Shop, Tease and Keys and at Club Vegas. Visit www.Utahmetal.com and www.clubvegas.org for more information and soon to be launched loudproductionco.net. For traveling information and hotel accommodations visit, visitsaltlake.com.
No Innocent Victim To Get Vinyl Release
Blood & Ink Records, by special arrangement with Facedown Records, will be releasing a vinyl LP version of NO INNOCENT VICTIM's new album "To Burn Again." Scheduled to be available November 22nd, the first pressing of the LP will be on four limited edition colors. Blood & Ink Records has already begin accepting preorders for the release, which can be done at their site bloodandinkrecords.com.
Womb Raiders Plan Short Tour, New Material
Womb Raiders have announced a tour of NY/NJ for Feb 17th-24th 2006 which will see them playing shows with Mortician and other great bands from the east coast. The band is also going to be recording new material for several splits they're doing, and even releasing material off their first demo along with new material on an upcoming split with Canadian goregrind band Canker that will be out on Fecal Matter Discorp.
Womb Raiders will also be recording new material for an album that will be out summer of 2006 on Symphonic Blast Production, and going on the extreme assult tour which ends with Womb Raiders headlining the Extreme Assult Fest in Malaysa!
In other news, Womb Raiders have also entered the sick idiots contest that will put them in a contest/battle of the bands judged by Lemmy Of Motorhead and guys from Dokken! The winner gets a national tour, slot on a metal fest in the US, and other prizes.
You can listen to the new versions of the songs wombraiders.us.
Burst Release New Album and Ecard
BURST's sophomore album, Origo, sees a European-wide release today. Origo, which is already drawing critical acclaim from some of Europe's leading rock and metal press, will be released in early 2006 in North America. You can preview the Origo E-Card here.
Additionally, BURST recently landed a coveted slot on OPETH's European headlining tour. A complete listing of tour dates are as follows:
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Neurosis Side Project Release Info
On November 1, 2005, Neurot Recordings will release the latest Tribes of Neurot full-length, called Meridian, as well as a new album of guitar psychedelia from Harvestman (feat. Steve Von Till). But you can get these releases now at neurotrecordings.com.
Harvestman, Lashing The Rye CD
"Traditional folk songs distilled and distorted into abstract guitar psychedelia - features Steve Von Till from Neurosis."
Tribes of Neurot, Meridian CD
"The latest album of beyond-damaged psych-drone by Tribes of Neurot (the experimental Neurosis project) is a return to the group’s ambient/noise origins that escapes the boundaries of genre."
Deicide Gets Jack Owens And Ralph Santola
Earache Records has posted the following message on DEICIDE's recent happenings:
"Things are going good." stated a good hearted Glen Benton when
asked how things were going with DEICIDE. The band has alot coming up, a tour of the UK and Europe, new band members and alot more on the horizon. Some new blood has entered DEICIDE in the form of Jack Owens (Ex-CANNIBAL CORPSE) and Ralph Santolla (Ex-DEATH, ICED EARTH). Jack and Ralph will be the new ax-wielders of the sinister DEICIDE and Glen Benton looks forward to the new lineup; "Everyone is getting along great. I'm excited to get out there and play again without any hassles," stated Benton.
When spoken to recently, Glen expressed excitement about the upcoming DEICIDE UK and European Tour. A devastatingly brutal 23 shows in 23 days spanning across the England, Ireland, and much of continental Europe, this tour promises to fulfill all the dark wishes of their European fans. DEICIDE are just about ready to be back on top and bringing their satanic metal to the masses and they start with this tour which is sure to leave Europe in rubble following the "dark mass" that occurs when DEICIDE performs.
Following the tour the band are looking forward to putting some newly written material onto record. "The new material is the heaviest shit we've ever written." said Benton, "This is sure to be heaviest record Since Legion." Along with an upcoming recording session, the band have tentative plans to tour South America come January and February which should truly spread the heart of darkness throughout the continent.
The band who set the standard for Death Metal more than a decade ago are prepared to re-write that standard for a new century and school a whole new generation on just how its done. We look forward to everything DEICIDE has to offer us in the last months of 2005 and the oncoming 2006 year.
Report on 'Dimebag' Darrell's Death Released
A new 627 page police report including nearly 300 witness interviews was released last Thursday. The report details a chaotic scene at last December's Damageplan concert, with the tour manager getting wounded as he tried to prevent a gunman from climbing on stage -- he then was helped to the side where he watched former Pantera guitarist "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott get shot in the head three times. Some clarifications from initial reports are included in the following excerpts:
Christopher Paluska, Damageplan's tour manager, said he was shot first -- though it was previously believed Abbott was the initial victim.
Paluska was one of three people shot who survived. Another, stage technician John Brooks, wrestled with Gale who pinned him as a hostage as police moved toward the stage.
During the melee, Damageplan drummer Vincent Abbott hid behind amplifiers and lead singer Patrick Lachman jumped and screamed into the microphone for someone to call the police.
Read the full article at CNN.com.
The Acacia Strain Writing, To Begin Recording
THE ACACIA STRAIN, have booked studio time for recording the follow up to 2004’s 3750. The new album, scheduled for a late-spring release date through Prosthetic Records, will tentatively be called VICTIMS, a name sure to conjure up images of those left in the band’s wake of brutality.
Recording will begin Dec. 1 with seasoned producer Adam Dutkiewicz (Killswitch Engage, All That Remains), who was previously responsible for the bludgeoning sound of 3750. The band is currently at work finishing material for the new album, as well as playing a few shows in the Northeast around Halloween where they will continue showcasing new tunes.
THE ACACIA STRAIN tour dates:
10/28 Wolcott , CT - Wolcott VFW (w/ Knife Trade, Classic Struggle, Zombie Apocalypse, Catalist)
10/29 Bucksport, ME - The Kave (w/ Walls of Jericho , With Honor, Modern Life Is War, the Banner)
10/30 Chicopee, MA - Cabot St. Pub (w/ Death Before Dishonor, more)
10/31 New York , NY - CBGB's (w/ The Red Chord, more TBA)
Chris Cornell Q&A
Travis Hay of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer caught up with Audioslave frontman Chris Cornell and asked what the possibilities of a Soundgarden reunion were. "You know I don't know where the motivation to do so would come from and the longer we're not together I have a harder time imagining where that motivation might come from," he said. "I don't think there are too many rock bands in history that can look at the beginning and middle and ending of themselves and see what I see when I think of Soundgarden. I think from the beginning through the middle and the end it was such a perfect ride and such a perfect legacy to leave. It's almost like we sealed the lid and said this is Soundgarden and this is its lifespan and put it out there and it looks really great to me. I think getting back together would take the lid off that and then could possibly change what to up to now to me seems like the perfect lifespan of the band. I can't think of any reason to mess with that. Everyone in the band is doing other things musically and everyone in the band is very proud of Soundgarden. To answer your question, probably not."
Read the full article at Seattle Post-Intelligencer.
A Perfect Murder Dismiss Vocalist
A Perfect Murder have reportedly parted ways with vocalist Kevin Randel. Nothing official has been announced as of yet. You may recall that Randel missed the band's recent tour as a result of "inner band issues." Former Darker Day Tomorrow singer Craig Heckman is rumored to have replaced Randel.
More Dates Added To Upcoming Nile Tour
Nile have added/changed some of the dates for their upcoming “Annihilation of the Wicked Tour”
with Hypocrisy, Soilent Green, Raging Speedhorn, Decapitated and With Passion. Tour dates are now as follows:
Jan. 12 Memphis, TN - Hi Tone Café
Jan. 13 Houston, TX - Engine Room
Jan. 14 FT Worth, TX - Ridgles Theater
Jan. 15 San Antonio, TX - Sanctuary
Jan. 17 Tempe AZ - Marquee Theater
Jan. 18 Santa Ana, CA - Galaxy Theater
Jan. 19 Los Angeles, CA - Key Club
Jan. 20 San Francisco, CA - The Pound at Pier 96
Jan. 21 Orangevale, CA - The Boardwalk
Jan. 22 Portland OR - Barbati's Pan
Jan. 23 Seattle, WA - El Carazon
Jan. 25 Denver, CO - Bluebird Theater
Jan. 26 Omaha, NB - Sokol Underground
Jan. 27 Lawrence KS - Granada
Jan. 28 Sauget IL - Pop’s
Jan. 29 Columbia Heights, MN - Star Central
Jan. 30 Chicago, IL - House Of Blues
Jan. 31 Cincinnati, OH - Bogarts
Feb. 01 Cleveland, OH - Peabody’s
Feb. 02 Rochester, NY - Penny Arcade
Feb. 03 Poughkeepsie, NY - The Chance
Feb. 04 Worcester, MA - The Paladium
Feb. 06 New York, NY - BB Kings
Feb. 08 West Springfield VA - Jaxx
Feb. 09 Norvolk, VA - Norva
Feb. 10 Atlanta, GA - Masquerade
Feb. 11 Tampa, FL - Masquerade
Feb. 12 Ft Lauderdale, FL - Culture Club
Meshuggah Cancel UK Tour
Meshuggah have been forced to cancel their UK tour, which was supposed to take place this December.
Zakk Wylde Song Featured In WWII Documentary
It's well known that Zakk Wylde supports his US military. Now Zakk and Black Label Society have contributed to a documentary on the history of US Combat helmets. "Steel Pots, The History of America's Steel Combat Helmets" features Zakk's acoustic version of "America the Beautiful" from his "1919 Eternal" CD. "I interviewed Zakk at the Columbus Ozzfest for "Guitar Digest" and asked his permission to use the cut. He enthusiastically approved it", Said Chris Armold, writer and producer of the DVD. The song is used in the outro of the DVD as the credits run. "It's a moving, stripped down version of the song and it's a perfect fit." BLS fans who are interested can learn more about this DVD by visiting www.steelpots.com. In addition, a portion of every DVD sold will be donated to the Yellow Ribbon Support Center which aids active duty military personnel and their families. Chris plans to see Zakk when BLS rolls through Cincinnati and will ask Zakk to sign some special edition DVDs. "I'll auction those DVD's off and all the proceeds will go to the Yellow Ribbon Support Center. said Armold"
Amon Amarth Announce 2 Shows In Iceland
Amon Amarth have announced on their website that they will be playing 2 shows in Reykjavik, Iceland in early November:
Nov. 05 Grand Rokk
Nov. 06 Tonlistarthournarmidstodint (all ages) More...
Rammstein Schedule Live Chat
On Wednesday, October 26th, Rammstein guitarist Paul Landers will answer your questions in an exclusive chat on www.rammstein.com. Also, on Wednesday, November 2, keyboardist Christian "Flake" Lorenz will answer your questions.
To get a chat for all participants and observers from the start, the band asks that you send your questions in advance or/and to vote for questions that you really want to be answered.
If your questions makes it to the 100 most voted questions, you can secure your participation in the chat from the very beginning and have your questions answered personally.
On Wednesday morning you will get a notification via email if your question belongs to the 100 that were selected. Participants will be added to chat as much as the server allows it.
The chat will be in German from 8-9 pm and in English from 9-10pm in a separate chat room. For all who cannot find the time on these dates, or who simply want to read again what was talked about, we will put a manuscript of the chat online. Submit and vote for the questions at this location.
In other Rammstein news, Universal Music has posted samples for all the songs from the upcoming album, "Rosenrot," which will be released in Germany on October 28th. Check them out at the following links (Windows Media Player required):
Benzin (High | Low)
Mann gegen Mann (High | Low)
Rosenrot (High | Low)
Spring (High | Low)
Wo bist du (High | Low)
Stirb nicht vor mir (High | Low)
Zerstören (High | Low)
Hilf mir (High | Low)
Te quiero puta! (High | Low)
Feuer & Wasser (High | Low)
Ein Lied (High | Low)
Dark Tranquillity's Brandstrom Write For Poker Mag
Dark Tranquillity keyboardist Martin Brändström has posted this message on the band's website:
"Attention swedish fans!
"As you all know, the game of poker has had a huge upswing the last years. Some of us in the band have picked up the habit, and nowadays we're always on the lookout for some card playing action during our travels around the globe.
"In the light of this I have hustled myself a column in Sweden's Poker Magazine. I'll contribute regularly, telling you about our endeavours both as hard working metallers and as compulsive gamblers.
"The first column, about the escapades at President Casino, Biloxi (since then completely destroyed by the hurricane Katrina), is printed in this month's issue which goes on sale tomorrow, so be sure to pick it up!"
Dio Denies Reunion Rumors, Announces Lineup Change
With respect to the recent rumors of Ronnie James Dio rejoining Black Sabbath, Dio manager Wendy Dio commented, "Ronnie is not re-joining Black Sabbath. He's very happy with his own band and will be touring festivals next year with Dio, NOT OZZFEST."
Dio goes on to clarify that, "the writing project is just something that may happen between Tony and Ronnie if they have time between their own projects to write one or two songs to be included on the Black Sabbath: The Dio Years box set."
Meanwhile, Dio finish up their UK tour this weekend with a show played in Tel Aviv, Israel for the first time and will be heading to Scandinavia in December. Tour dates are as follows: More...
Ozzy Osbourne To Guest On Jay Leno
According to Ozzyhead.com, Ozzy Osbourne will guest on NBC-TV's The Tonight Show With Jay Leno on Halloween (October 31).
Orange Goblin Schedule 10 Year Anniversary Show
British doomsters ORANGE GOBLIN will celebrate their 10-year anniversary with a special show on at The Underworld in Camden (London) on Friday December 16. Support at the gig will come from SCISSORFIGHT and BLOOD ISLAND RAIDERS.
In other news, ORANGE GOBLIN and HAWKWIND have been confirmed as headliners for the 11th annual Roadburn festival, set to take place Saturday, April 22, 2006 at the 013 Club in Tilburg, Holland. Other bands scheduled to appear at the festival include BEVIS FROND, COLOUR HAZE, THE HEADS and UFOMAMMUT. Check out www.roadburn.com for updates.
Two New Kill The Client Songs Posted Online
Texan grinders KILL THE CLIENT have posted two songs from their forthcoming release, "Escalation Of Hostility", at the following locations:
"Escalation Of Hostility" is due out November 22nd through Willowtip Records.
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