Dir En Grey Plan New Single Release

On the 26th of October Gan-Shin Records will release the new DIR EN GREY single "Dozing Green".

The single contains two songs. DOZING GREEN a brand new track and the live version of AGITATED SCREAMS OF MAGGOTS from the present album "THE MARROW OF A BONE".

In Japan Dir en grey has had cult status for more than 10 years. In the US and in Europe Dir en grey has become one of the most interesting new rock acts. Dir en grey has toured the US three times in the past two years. They performed at the Family Values tour together with KORN and DEFTONES and they did two headliner tours around the US. In 2006 Dir en grey won the the MTV US Headbangersball award in the category "best rock video of the year"

In Europe Dir en grey has started their live activities three years ago. The first European show was held at the Columbia Hall in Berlin and has been sold out within 72 hours (3800 tickets). One year later Dir en grey performed at the center stage of Germanys biggest festivals ROCK AM RING and ROCK IM PARK.

2007 Dir en grey entered Europe again with sold out shows in UK, Germany and Skandinavia. They performed very successful at festivals like Wacken Festival, Mera Luna, Ankka Rock in Finland and the Metal Hammer Festival in Poland.

In November 2007 Dir en grey will coming back to Europe again. First shows in Finland where already sold out after a couple of hours.

European Tour
02.11.07 UK-London - Shepherds Bush Empire
04.11.07 FIN-Helsinki - Tavastia
05.11.07 FIN-Helsinki - Tavastia
07.11.07 NL-Amsterdam - Melkweg
08.11.07 CH-Pratteln - Z7
10.11.07 F-Paris - Le Zenith

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The Red Baron Signs To Blood & Ink Records

Blood & Ink Records recently announcef the signing of Florida straight-edge band THE RED BARON. THE RED BARON previously released a split CD with xBISHOPx (Ferret Music) and will be entering Viking Studio in Richmond, VA later this year to record their debut full length, due out in early 2008. The band will also be announcing extensive future tour plans shortly.

You can check out some of THE RED BARON's material on their MySpace page

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Rock Band Set To Rock and Roll This Year

Pricing and launch dates have been announced for Guitar Hero’s closest rival, Rock Band. The MTV and EA mashup will be available on the PS3, PS2 and Xbox 360 platforms with varying kits that include guitars, drums and mics. The Xbox 360 and PS3 versions will begin shipping November 23 for $169.99 and will include the aforementioned accessories. The PS2 version, which was initially announced for 2008 will actually make it in time for the holiday rush on December 10 for $159.99. Contrary to earlier reports, all systems should launch with wireless guitar controllers.

"Rock Band" is MTV/EA’s contender for the throne now held by Activision’s "Guitar Hero" franchise. "Rock Band" is developed by Harmonix, the Boston-based MTV-owned studio responsible for the first two “Guitar Hero” games.

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Once Nothing, A Well Thought Tragedy Tour

Once Nothing, For Today, and A Well Thought Tragedy will hit the road this week for the "Pit Moves Tour." Here are the tour dates:

dates with A Girl A Gun A Ghost
10/11 Lacrosse, WI @ The Warehouse
10/12 Chaska, MN @ The River Alliance Church
10/13 Buffalo, MN @ The Vault
10/14 Jefferson, SD @ Jefferson Community Center
10/15 Norfolk, NE @ Michaels Cantina Hub
10/16 Tulsa, OK @ The Pinkeye
10/17 Arlington, TX @ The Dreamworld Music Complex
10/18 San Antonio, TX @ The Underground
10/19 Houston, TX @ The Fuel Cafe
10/20 Mobile, AL, @ The Mug
10/21 Tuscaloosa,AL @ The Fish Music Hall
10/22 Douglasville, GA @ The 7 Venue
10/23 Augusta, GA @ Sector 7g
10/24 Kernersville, NC @ Creations Skatepark
10/25 Virginia Beach, VA @ Club Relevant
10/26 Fredericksburg, VA @ KC's Music Alley

dates with A Different Breed Of Killer
10/27 Sterling, VA @ Sterling Community Center
10/28 Delran, NJ @ Cue Club II
10/29 Auburn, NY @ The Auburn Public Theatre
10/30 Manchester, NH @ American Legion Post 79
10/31 Erie, PA @ Perry Hi-Way Hose Company
11/1 Roseville, MI @ Myspace Internet Cafe
11/2 Hobart, IN @ The Cressmoor Country Club
11/3 Shepherdsville, KY @ North Billit Christian Church
11/4 Dayton, OH @ The Garage 1919

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The Haunted Announce Swedish Dates

Swedish thrashers THE HAUNTED have announced the following dates:

Dec. 19 - Stockholm, SWE @ Klubben
Dec. 20 - Sundsvall, SWE @ Pipeline
Dec. 21 - Östersund, SWE @ Hårdrocksklubben/ Gamla Tingshuset
Dec. 22 - Västerås, SWE @ Prisma

Support at the shows will come from BY NIGHT (all dates) and SPARZANZA (Stockholm only).

THE HAUNTED will make a special appearance on the Eastpak Antidote Tour at club Nosturi, Helsinki on October 29. Other bands on the bill are SOILWORK, CALIBAN and SONIC SYNDICATE.

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Grave Digger Announce New Guitarist

GRAVE DIGGER guitarist Manni Schmidt has issued the following update:

"The secret's out: the new GRAVE DIGGER guitarist is my old friend Thilo Herrmann (ex-RISK, FAITHFUL BREATH, HOLY MOSES, RUNNING WILD). The first show with Thilo will take place on October 31 in Der Zeche in Bochum, Germany.

"Last week I spent a few days with Thilo to rehearse the songs.

"Folks, this is gonna rock! We have arranged all songs for two guitars which will turn it into a great show!

"Can't await the upcoming gigs!"

As previously reported, GRAVE DIGGER has scheduled a one-off North American on March 2, 2008 at the Highline Ballroom in New York City.

The band's new album, "Liberty or Death", entered the German Media Control chart in January 2007 at position No. 30. This is the second highest chart entry in GRAVE DIGGER's history.

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Demon Hunter Post Another New Song Online

A new DEMON HUNTER track, entitled "Storm The Gates Of Hell", has been posted online on the group's MySpace page. The song is the title cut of the Seattle-based Christian metallers' fourth album, "Storm the Gates of Hell", due on November 6 via Solid State Records. The CD was produced by Aaron Sprinkle (EMERY, THE ALMOST). Mixing duties were handled by Machine (LAMB OF GOD, WHITE ZOMBIE, ARMOR FOR SLEEP).

DEMON HUNTER vocalist Ryan Clark previously stated about the new CD, "Let me just say that, although every band always says their most recent record is their best, this new record is without a doubt DEMON HUNTER at our very finest and most creative. We've really pushed the boundaries of the music we're used to playing in DEMON HUNTER, and I believe, in metal music in general. It's a very diverse record. I tend to view DEMON HUNTER as a fairly diverse band to begin with, but there is some material on this record that covers some very new ground. I sing in ways I've never sung before. The guitar tones are different than any previous record. There are songs that are far faster and more brutal than we've ever done. Overall, I feel this record will undoubtedly make you all pleasantly surprised." More...

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The Scarlet Hourglass Post Update

The following message has been posted via The Scarlet Hourglass'es Myspace:

"Hey guys

Right, after some serious boat-rocking line-up changes we're finally back at full force with a new, improved lineup. We've been lucky enough to acquire the vocal talents of Matty Horrors, who will be familiar to any of you old From The Carnival Of Horrors fans. We've been good friends with Mat for years and we're well excited to bring this familiar face and his talents back to you in the new format. We've also welcomed to the ranks Big G on bass, who also plays in Hardcore monsters truth be told and used to play in Mark My Words. He's an intense bassist, and will bring a new level to our music.

As well as these two, we still have myself and Davey remaining from the original lineup, and we're currently in the process of trying out various second guitarists in order to find the tightest possible replacement for Dayve, which is proving to be a tough job.

We'll still be using the old familiar songs, but they wont be up on our myspace much longer as we intend to hit the studio in the near future to get some new, full-band recordings. We plan to get back on the gigging circuit as of our return show with Anterior on November 24th at Swindon Furnace, so book us for any shows after that!

And once again, listen to the songs cause they aren't gonna be there much longer.

Thanks for reading and for your continued support over TSH.

Daryl, Lead guitar

The Scarlet Hourglass"

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Otep Working On Two New Videos

Los Angeles quartet OTEP has announced new tour dates with HELLYEAH and BLOODSIMPLE. The Balls Volume Strength Tour will kick off in Michigan at The Fillmore Detroit on October 30 and close out on December 7 at The Palladium in Worcester, MA.

OTEP has gone into pre-production for two brand-new videos from their upcoming album, "The_Ascension". The band has called on music video director P.R. Brown (SMASHING PUMPKINS, JAMES BLUNT) to produce the videos for "Breed" and "Confrontation". Brown wrote the treatment for "Confrontation", while frontwoman Otep Shamaya has written the treatment for the NIRVANA cover "Breed". The videos are set to be filmed in Los Angeles.

Brown has previously worked with OTEP on the video for "GhostFlowers".

The upcoming tour will support the October 30 release of OTEP's new album, "The_Ascension". For the album, OTEP called on Dave Fortman (MUDVAYNE, EVANESCENCE) to produce, and also enlisted Grammy-nominated guitarist Greg Tribbett (MUDVAYNE, HELLYEAH) to co-write three songs. To date, OTEP has sold over 400,000 units.

Balls Volume Strength Tour dates:

Oct. 30 - Detroit, MI - Fillmore (formerly State Theatre)
Oct. 31 - Indianapolis, IN - Egyptian Room
Nov. 02 - Grand Rapids, MI - Orbit Room
Nov. 03 - Minneapolis, MN - First Ave
Nov. 04 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues
Nov. 06 - Sauget, IL - Pop's
Nov. 07 - Kansas City, MO - Uptown Theatre
Nov. 09 - Denver, CO - Fillmore
Nov. 10 - El Paso, TX - Cohen Coliseum (KLAQ show)
Nov. 11 - Phoenix, AZ - Marquee Theatre
Nov. 13 - Santa Ana, CA Galaxy
Nov. 14 - Los Angeles, CA - Key Club
Nov. 16 - Ventura, CA - Ventura Theatre
Nov. 17 - Las Vegas, NV - House of Blues
Nov. 23 - Oklahoma City, OK - Diamond Ballroom
Nov. 27 - Memphis, TN - New Daisy Theater
Nov. 28 - Atlanta, GA - Roxy Theater
Nov. 30 - Ft Myers, FL - City of Palms Park (Radio show)
Dec. 02 - Orlando, FL - Hard Rock
Dec. 04 - Norfolk, VA - NorVa
Dec. 05 - Baltimore, MD - Ram's Head
Dec. 07 - Worcester, MA – The Palladium

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Wolfsbane To Open For The Wildhearts

It is now confirmed that Blaze Bayley (vocals; ex-IRON MAIDEN), Jason Edwards (guitar), Jeff Hateley (bass) and Steve "Danger" Ellett (drums) will reform the mighty WOLFSBANE for their first UK tour in 13 years when they take to the stage as very special guests for THE WILDHEARTS on their forthcoming UK dates in December. Dates with openers DAMONE are as follows:

Dec. 17 - Wolverhampton, UK - Civic
Dec. 18 - Newcastle, UK - Academy 1
Dec. 19 - Manchester, UK - Academy 1
Dec. 20 - Glasgow, UK - Academy
Dec. 21 - London, UK - Astoria

As previously reported, Blaze Bayley will headline the Cliveaid event on October 27 at Bar Monsta in Camden, London, England. Also appearing on the bill are CONSPIRATORS (featuring Robin Guy) and BEHOLDER.

Cliveaid is the organization which was set up in 2004 as a fund-raising event for original IRON MAIDEN drummer Clive Burr.

Burr is suffering from multiple sclerosis — a disease of unknown cause. The disorder is causing him intermittent numbness and can affect his balance. At present there is no known cure for MS, although he is helping test new drugs in the hope that his body response may contribute to a cure.

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Motorhead Guitarist Visits "Neighbours" Set

According to Australia's Herald Sun, MOTÖRHEAD guitarist Phil Campbell was "shaking with excitement" when he dropped by on the set of one of the most successful Australian TV shows, "Neighbours", yesterday.

He met Ramsay St's Kennedy clan, telling returning star Kym Valentine: "It's great to have you back in the family."

In Melbourne for a series of MOTÖRHEAD gigs at the Forum that began last night, the axeman also had a long chat with fellow muso Alan Fletcher, who plays Dr. Karl in the show.

Final proof Campbell was a tragic fan was admitting his Mum used to tape the show for him so he never missed a minute.

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Life Of Agony Singer Not Allowed Into The U.K.

According to a posting on THE ALMIGHTY frontman/CIRCUS DIABLO guitarist Ricky Warwick's web site, LIFE OF AGONY frontman Keith Caputo was refused entry to the UK and will be unable to play his previously announced headlining shows in the country (which were set to feature Warwick in the support slot). As a result, Ricky will play the remaining dates on the trek on his own.

Oct. 10 - Railway Inn in Johnston, Pembrokeshire, UK
Oct. 11 - The Queens Hall - Neneaton, UK
Oct. 15 - Corporation - Sheffield, UK

As previously reported, Keith Caputo has completed work on a new solo album, entitled "Fondness for Hometown Scars". The CD was produced by Martyn Lenoble (JANE'S ADDICTION, DAVE GAHAN, PORNO FOR PYROS, THE CULT) and features the following band lineup:

Keith Caputo - Vocals
Jochem Van Rooijen - Drums
Marcel Signor - Guitars
Michiel Rietveld - Bass/Acoustic Guitar

Guest musicians include:

Zac Rae (PEDESTRIAN) - Keyboards
Gerry Leonard (DAVID BOWIE) - Guitars
Craig Ross (LENNY KRAVITZ, SHERYL CROW) - Electric Guitars/Acoustic
Flea (RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS) - Trumpet

"Fondness for Hometown Scars" was mixed by Vincent Jones (SARAH MCLACHLAN, DAVID GAHAN, MORRISSEY) and Martyn Lenoble and was mastered by George Marino at Sterling Sound in New York City.

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Gene Simmons Announces New "Secret Project"

KISS bassist/vocalist GENE SIMMONS has issued the following update:

"This is a foto (pictured at left) taken of yours truly rehearsing with a new, secret band for a one of a kind event... which we plan on shooting for our Gene Simmons Family Jewels show.

When and where "the event" will take place, MIGHT be announced here in the near future. And, if you can, you may want to attend. This is some of the coolest stuff I've ever been involved in.

It rocks. I have deliberately left out fotos of "the band" for a number of reasons. Stay tuned."

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Danzig Re-Issues To Surface In November

On November 13th, Sony Legacy will reissue the following five DANZIG discs: Danzig (1988), Danzig II: Lucifuge (1990), Danzig III: How the Gods Kill (1992), Thrall - DemonSweatLive (1993) and Danzig IV (1994). These are all direct reissues as a result of American Recordings moving from Warner Bros. to Sony BMG. They do not feature any bonus tracks or new material.

As previously reported, Danzig will embark on a US tour later this month. Confirmed dates are as follows:

October
23 - Rams Head Live - Baltimore, MD
24 - Electric Factory - Philadelphia, PA
25 - Palladium - Worcester, MA
27 - Nokia Theatre - New York, NY
30 - House Of Blues - Las Vegas, NV
31 - Greek Theatre - Los Angeles, CA

November
1 - The Grove - Anaheim, CA
2 - Warfield Theatre - San Francisco, CA
4 - Roseland - Portland, OR
6 - Great Salt Air - Salt Lake City, UT
7 - Ogden Theatre - Denver, CO
8 - Liberty Hall - Lawrence, KS
10 - Sunshine Theatre - Albuquerque, NM

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Atargatis Seek New Lead Guitarist

Gothic metallers Atargatis have begun the search for a new lead guitar player, and have posted the following message on their website:

As of today, we are searching for an ambitious and committed lead guitarist. Our present guitarist Azmo will stay with Atargatis only until the end of the year for time and professional reasons as he wants to withdraw from the semi-professional sector and to consecrate himself to his side-projects.

So, if you are interested in the job, you should immediately contact us: band@atargatis.de . (We are located in Regensburg (Germany)).

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New Exodus Album To Be Streamed Next Week

EXODUS' latest album, The Atrocity Exhibition - Exhibit A, will be available to stream in it's entirety from October 15th until October 19th on the band's MySpace page.

Nuclear Blast will release The Atrocity Exhibition: Exhibit A on October 28th in Europe. Produced at Sharkbite Studios in Oakland, CA by Andy Sneap (MEGADETH, MACHINE HEAD, NEVERMORE, ARCH ENEMY), it features the following tracks: 'A Call To Arms', 'Riot Act', 'Funeral Hymn', 'Children Of A Worthless God', 'As It Was, As It Soon Shall Be', 'The Atrocity Exhibition', 'Iconoclasm', 'The Garden Of Bleeding', 'Bedlam 123'.

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Exodus' Gary Holt Explains "Exhibit A" Album Title

When asked about the story behind the album title, Gary Holt said, "Why 'Exhibit A', you might ask? Because we already have four songs recorded and finished for the next album, which we will resume recording some time around the end of the year, and this is a two-part record. Part two being exhibit B. So yes, there will be another EXODUS album finished hopefully soon after the release of this one. And when all is said and done, there will never have been anything as brutal and genre-defining done before in thrash metal. An epic monster this one is, and the next is going to take it even further."

Read the full article at Blabbermouth.

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Metalocalypse Creator Talks About Album Success

DETHKLOK's debut album, "The Dethalbum", sold nearly 34,000 copies in the United States in its first week of release to debut at #21 on The Billboard 200 chart. It also dominated the Loud Rock radio charts, hitting #6 on CMJ, #11 on FMQB, and #1 on Mediaguide metal specialty. The CD was also streamed 45,000 times when it went live on AOL Music during the week of its release.

"The Dethalbum" features several full-length songs from Adult Swim's most metal animated series "Metalocalypse" plus all-new tracks.

"Metalocalypse" creator Brendon Small had this to say about the initial success of "The Dethalbum": "It feels great to finally be recognized as the serious cartoon musician that I know that I am. I feel vindicated to have surpassed the sales of 'Jem And The Holograms' and 'The Archies'. You have no idea how many cartoon groupies this will get me."

The September 25 release of "Metalocalypse: Dethklok's The Dethalbum" coincided with the start of Season 2 of "Metalocalypse" on Adult Swim and the release of "Metalocalypse: Season 1" on DVD. The DVD, which hit streets on October 2, sold over 18,000 units in its first two days.

The brutal music video for DETHKLOK's "Bloodrocuted" will be hitting the tube October 22 on Music Choice Video On Demand. Music Choice is the #1 On Demand network in the country, and their content has been viewed over 1 billion times.

DETHKLOK and "Metalocalypse" creators Brendon Small and Tommy Blacha will be guest DJs on Sirius' Faction. The first-ever split "Hostile Takeover" show will air October 19 at 7 p.m. (EST), and features both the creators and the band spinning their favorite metal hits.

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Dark Tranquillity Update From The Road

Dark Tranquillity are currently out on the road with Soilwork, Caliban and Sonic Syndicate. They posted an update on their website:

Things are so far going fine on the Eastpak Antidote tour. With The UK freshly conquered, we're now sharpening our blades to strike through the heart of the European mainland. Tonight's show in Den Bosch, Holland is entirely sold out, so it'll be a blast for sure. Some fan-filmed video snippets are up on YouTube, so do a quick search if so inclined. Tranquillity with one "L", please. British spelling.

All bands are delivering their metal goods with great intensity and dedication night after night, and it really feels like the whole tour is going down really well. Check out some blog posts from the various bands at www.antidotetour.com to get some perspectives on life on the road.

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Goryptic and Infest Announce Tour Dates

French brutal death metal band GORYPTIC and fellow French grindocre band INFEST will team up for the "Trampling the South" tour at the end of this month. Here are the tour dates:

30.10.07 - FR/Poitiers @Buck Mulligans*
31.10.07 - FR/Toulouse @Snakebit Fest Part II
01.11.07 - Fr/Montpellier @Secret Place
02.11.07 - ES/Valencia @Paberse matao
03.11.07 - ES/Tarragone @Sala Zero
04.11.07 - ES/Madrid @Barracudas
05.11.07 - ES/Valladolid @The Day of the Dead Fest
06.11.07 - ES/Oviedo @La Antigua Estación
07.11.07 - ES/Leon @Tutatis
08.11.07 - ES/Ourense @Rockclub
09.11.07 - PT/Braga @Junta Freguesia PANOIAS
10.11.07 - FR/Hendaye @Kanttu Ostatua

*GORYPTIC only

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Exclusive Song From The SymphOnyx Online

In conjunction with Portuguese classical/gothic rockers The SymphOnyx, we've posted an exclusive track, "The Lament of Orpheus," on Metal Underground.com's MySpace page to promote their current album, "Opus 1: limbu." "Opus 1: limbu" was released in March 2006 under the seal of Ethereal Sound Works. You can listen to the track exclusively on our MySpace page for the next month - starting today – so head over now and check it out.

To hear additional music from The SymphOnyx, check out their MySpace page here.

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Two New Sotajumala Songs Online

There are less than three weeks until Finnish death metalers Sotajumala's new album "Teloitus" (Finnish for execution), hits the stores in Scandinavia. The band has uploaded two full songs, "Kuolinjulistus" and "Kidutus," from the album to their Myspace profile.

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Unearth Gives Short Tour Update

Unearth has posted the following short tour update on their MySpace page:

"We have to thank all our fans for packing out the first batch of shows of our headlining tour with Darkest Hour, August Burns Red and Suicide Silence."

"It feels good to be back in the smaller venues with the people right up at the stage partying with us. These shows could not be going any better."

"Thanks to everyone..."

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October File's "Another Day" Video Online

OCTOBER FILE have posted a video for the track "Another Day" online.

OCTOBER FILE recently released their long awaited - and in some quarters highly anticipated - second album, "High Octane Climate Changer." The album features Jaz Coleman from Killing Joke adding his dulcet tones. More...

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Thunder Comment On Sales Of New E.P.

Britain's THUNDER have posted this message on their official website:

"Just by way of a newsflash, the new 'Six Of One' EP is selling like the proverbial hotcakes, and reaction to both the new and live songs is universally fab. As previously mentioned here in these very pages, it's a limited edition release, and once they're gone they're gone, so if you haven't ordered your copy already, you're seriously risking missing out. Don't say you weren't warned...

Just to keep you abreast of the situation, the plans for releases are now formulated for the short and medium term, and I can reveal that there will be not one, but two further EPs (yes that's two). The idea is that the second one will be released in early 08, with similar content and packaging format to Six Of One (i.e. three new + three live songs), with the third making its entrance bundled with the next full-blown studio LP (projected September '08). The third one will be slightly different in terms of audio content and the packaging will house all three EPs, so they'll all fit together in a fab three-CD type package. More than that I am forbidden from saying right now, but it's really exciting around here..."

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Ozzy Osbourne To Headline Ozzfest 2008

Gary Graff of Billboard.com reports that Ozzy Osbourne told reporters during a teleconference today (Oct. 8) that he will headline next year's Ozzfest bill — "as far as I know."

Osbourne — who begins an arena tour with ROB ZOMBIE on Oct. 18 in Seattle — told Billboard.com that any BLACK SABBATH plans in 2008, for Ozzfest or separately, are up in the air. "I'm the last person to be told anything," he cracked, but Osbourne noted that he felt if SABBATH was to do anything it would have to be up to a certain standard.

"I'd love to do another BLACK SABBATH album," Osbourne said. "We did try and write together; there are a bunch of things written. But the problem I'm having is it's got to be at least on the same level as when we departed. If it's not, then what's the point in doing it. I'm definitely doing another album, whether with my own band or SABBATH. As long as I'm not doing bullsh*t..."

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Deftones Writing New Material

The DEFTONES have issued the following MySpace bulletin:

"On July 28th, DEFTONES wrapped up their 246th show in support of 'Saturday Night Wrist'. Inspired, and wasting no time, the band has immediately returned to 'The Spot' in Sacramento to write their sixth studio album. For the first time, the band has created an official blog to document the writing process. The doorway to the blog is through the sacred hearts on Deftones.com. Check back often to stay connected with DEFTONES as they create the next groundbreaking record in their legacy."

DEFTONES frontman Chino Moreno told Billboard.com in May that the quintet had set up a backstage writing room on tour where they were creating new material.

"We're going in there and playing as five of us in the room with just our instruments, no other distractions," he explained. "That's how we started out, basically, when we first started the band — us in the garage, no ProTools or anything to get us ahead of ourselves. We'd just play things over and over again, until we remembered it — that's the rawest way you can do it, and the best, I think."

Chino Moreno's TEAM SLEEP side project is currently working on a new full-length record with no set release date yet. In the meantime, TEAM SLEEP is planning several multimedia Internet releases to be announced in the near future. Fans are encouraged to e-mail any pics and video that they may capture of the band on tour to teamsleepmail@gmail.com for possible use on the band's web site.

TEAM SLEEP will take to the road in November for a string of gigs. Joining them on the trek will be former FROM FIRST TO LAST frontman Sonny Moore, plus rotating openers MONSTER IN THE MACHINE and STRATA. The tour kicks off November 29 in Orangevale, California, and continues through December 16 in San Francisco.

TEAM SLEEP's members include Moreno (vocals, guitar), Zach Hill of HELLA (drums), DJ Crook (turntables), Todd Wilkinson (guitar) and Rick Verrett (bass/keyboards).

On the subject of the upcoming tour, Wilkinson said. "We will be performing songs from the record and some new songs which we're currently working on. Touring with some of the new songs is definitely going to be of help to the writing process."

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Scott Ian Retracts Statements About Joe Belladonna

ANTHRAX guitarist Scott Ian has posted the following message on his MySpace page:

"I wanted to post something here regarding an interview that was recently posted on MTV.com. It was an interview with Jon Wiederhorn about the S.O.D. release Rise Of The Infidels (which I'm actually really digging!!!). After the S.O.D. questions we spoke about Anthrax and the situations with Joey Belladonna, John Bush and Corey Taylor.

I need to clear up my comments regarding Joey. Some of the things I said were of an inflammatory nature and at the time I was not in full possession of the facts. From then til now, all the information has been brought to light and it was unprofessional of me to speak without all the facts and for this I apologize. I know how to admit when I am wrong and I retract what I said about Joey. I consider Joey a friend and I never meant to cause him distress in anyway and I hope we can move forward from this as friends.

Cheers, brother."

The statement comes after Scott Ian criticised Belladonna for not giving a straight answer as to whether or not he would be committed to a new Anthrax album.

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3 Mile Scream Stream Album, Add Tour Dates

Montreal based 3 Mile Scream have streamed the group's debut album, A Prelude To Our Demise, online here.

3 Mile Scream's debut album was recorded in Montreal under the watchful eye of producer Jean-Francois Dagenais, guitarist for death metal giants Kataklysm. Since the album release, 3 Mile Scream has won over many high profile fans including Lamb of God’s Randy Blythe, Unearth’s Trevor Phipps and Arch Enemy’s Michael Amott who described the band as, "Heavy and melodic, great chops."

3 Mile Scream’s A Prelude To Our Demise, was released by Corporate Punishment Records. The album is a stunning blend of European metal, melody and machine gun drumming that creates a merciless, brutal sound.

The group has recently announced more tour dates in support of their debut album, including an upcoming October 14th date in Belleville, Ontario where the band has been added as direct support for Thine Eyes Bleed.

"Thine Eyes Bleed are one of the best Canadian metal acts on the scene. We are extremely excited and honored to share the stage with a band of such unrelenting aggression," says 3 Mile Scream frontman Matt McGa chy. "We are all very excited to hear the new Thine Eyes Bleed material since we were all blown away by their performance at last year's Unholy Alliance Tour."

3 MILE SCREAM UPCOMING TOUR DATES:

Oct 13 - Cafe L’incoditionelle ,Montreal, Quebec
Oct 14 – Bohemian Nightclub, Belleville, ON w/ THINE EYES BLEED
Oct 26 - The Embassy, London, Ontario
Oct 27 – Shadow, Guelph, Ontario
Oct 28 - The Metal Bar, Toronto, Ontario
Nov 02 - The UnderDog, Peterborough, Ontario
Nov 03 - Bottoms Up, Brantford, Ontario
Nov 10 - The Katacombes, Montreal, Quebec
Nov 16- Diesel Room, Oshawa, Ontario w/ The After Chapter
Nov 17- The Vintage Sports Lounge Niagara Falls, Ontario w/The After Chapter
Nov 18 – TBA, St. Catherines, Ontario w/The After Chapter
Nov 23 - Cafe L’inconditionnelle, Montreal, Quebec
Nov 30 - Paramount Bar, Moncton, NB
Dec 07 - The Kathedral, Toronto, Ontario

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