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Metal News for November 12, 2001

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15 news articles posted on this day.

Helloween Reunion

Nov 12, 2001 at 9:13 PM by deathbringer (Source: TotalRock).

Former Helloween guitarist Roland Grapow and drummer Uli Kusch are working under the name of Mr. Tirture. The band are working on an album with producer Andy Sneap and have confirmed that ex-Helloween singer Michael Kiske will be guesting on the record.

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Knives Out Joins Deathwish Roster

Nov 12, 2001 at 4:45 PM by NightStalker (Source: Lambgoat).

Deathwish Inc. has announced the signing of Philadelphia hardcore band, Knives Out. This new band features former members of American Nightmare, I Hate You, Christ, and Affirmative Action Jackson. Look for their debut CDep to be released in early 2002. The group is also in the planning stages of a North American winter tour. The tour will find them playing primarily in the Midwest and West. They do need some assistance with booking, so if you're able to help out, email them at hanspecans@aol.com.

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Contests

Nov 12, 2001 at 4:34 PM by NightStalker.

As posted on The PRP There is a great Zombie Giveaway. You can win a Rob Zombie Discography, A Zombie In A Box, Posters, Masks And More! Click here to check it out.

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Crusade Of Darkness Rescheduled Dates

Nov 12, 2001 at 4:26 PM by NightStalker (Source: Blabbermouth).

Here are the confirmed dates for the upcoming (rescheduled) MARDUK/AMON AMARTH US Crusade Of Darkness tour: More...

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Nocturnal Rites New Album/Titles

Nov 12, 2001 at 4:24 PM by NightStalker (Source: Blabbermouth).

Swedish melodic power metal gods NOCTURNAL RITES will begin recording their as-yet-untitled new album in about three weeks’ time. No additional studio information is presently available, but among the song titles that are due to appear on the upcoming CD are:

01. Underworld
02. Vengeance
03. Shadowland
04. Faceless God

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All Apologies

Nov 12, 2001 at 4:22 PM by NightStalker (Source: Blabbermouth).

According to Leanne Ridgeway of 1605 Records, our previously-posted item that indicated that 1605 was currently on the lookout for new acts to add to their current roster is “not quite accurate. At the moment, we are not offering recording contracts to bands. We don't want to confuse people or put dollar signs in their eyes just yet. At this stage, we are first interested in promoting selected new talent and also opening an additional area within 1605.com for these same bands. Giving them an opportunity to get their foot in the door, so to speak. Once we are to the stage where we are offering a recording contract, we'll be sure to notify everyone.” Apologies to Leanne and 1605 for any misunderstanding or inconvenience that might have been caused by our previous report.

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Destruction Announce Replacement

Nov 12, 2001 at 4:18 PM by NightStalker (Source: Blabbermouth).

German thrashers DESTRUCTION are scheduled to announce the identity of their brand new skinsman—the replacement for the recently-departed Sven Vormann—via their official web site at www.destruction.de today, November 12th. At the moment, a statement on the aforementioned site only refers to latest addition to the group’s ranks as “Marc”. We’ll have more info on this as soon as it becomes available.

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Charts For Week Of Nov. 4th

Nov 12, 2001 at 4:10 PM by NightStalker (Source: Blabbermouth).

Check out the latest sales figures in the US for various metal/hard rock releases, as reported by Soundcscan for the week ending November 4th, 2001.

Here are the numbers: More...

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Chuck Schuldiner Hospitalized

Nov 12, 2001 at 7:50 AM by deathbringer (Source: Empty Words).

An update on Chuck Schuldiner has been issued by way of Jane Schuldiner, Chuck's mother:

Dear fans and friends, I want to tell you that Chuck has been very ill for three weeks in the hospital with pneumonia, but is now on the road to recovery and will hopefully be home soon. While it was unexpected, when a person is undergoing chemotherapy, a low immune system keeps that person vulnerable to other illnesses. That is why I have not answered Chuck's email for some time, I am there with him. I will keep Yvonne posted with how he is doing. Sincerely, Jane Schuldiner

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Will Haven Grabs Chino

Nov 12, 2001 at 7:46 AM by deathbringer (Source: TotalRock).

Will Haven have persuaded Deftones frontman Chino Moreno to appear in the video for the title cut of current album ‘Carpe Diem’. A special edition of the clip will be posted on their official website, www.willhaven.com, and will include extra footage.

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Linkin Park Plan Annual Tour

Nov 12, 2001 at 7:43 AM by deathbringer (Source: TotalRock).

Linkin Park are planning an annual touring festival called Projekt Revolution. The first of these will happen in January. Apart from the Park the bill will also include Cypress Hill, in a mix of metal and hip hop acts. Watch out for the band’s remix album shortly, with input from the likes of Orgy’s Jay Gordon, and members of Dilated Peoples among others.

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Sigh Covers John Coltrane

Nov 12, 2001 at 7:41 AM by deathbringer (Source: TotalRock).

Japanese avant-garde black metallers Sigh will have a cover of John Coltrane’s ‘Spiritual’ featured on a tribute album to the influential musician. This will be released next spring by Mainstream Records. And Cuthroat, a project featuring Mirai and Sinichi from Sigh, have just recorded a seven inch EP for release next year. This includes a cover of Tankard’s ‘Zombie Attack’.

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Union Underground Start No.2

Nov 12, 2001 at 7:40 AM by deathbringer (Source: TotalRock).

The Union Underground will start work shortly on their second album. And watch out for a DVD/longform video from the band, which will feature all their promo clips plus footage shot on the Ozzfest tour earlier this year.

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Daily Interviews

Nov 12, 2001 at 7:31 AM by deathbringer.

  • Tartarean Desire has a new interview with the Swedish thrash metal band Reclusion

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Daily Reviews

Nov 12, 2001 at 7:27 AM by deathbringer.

Tartarean Desire has a bunch of new reviews:

  • Homo Iratus - Human Consumes Human (death metal, 2001)
  • Borknagar - Quintessence (black metal, 2000)
  • Nightmare - Cosmovision (power/heavy metal, 2001)
  • Rising Moon - European Aliens (black/death, 2001)
  • Sarcastic - Past, Present...Forever (black/thrash, 2001)
  • Dream Or Nightmare - demo cd (progressive metal, 2001)
  • Dwole - A Requiem Of Euphoric Nihilism (ambient, 2001)
  • Godless North - Summon The Age Of Supremacy (black metal, 2001)
  • Aesma Daeva - Here Lies One Whose Name Was Written In Water (darkwave/gothic metal, 2001)
  • Skyclad - The Answer Machine (folk metal, 1997)
  • Peccatum - Amor Fati (gothic metal, 2001)

And Metal Reviews has ten more:

  • Britny Fox - Long Way To Live!
  • Dark Funeral - Diabolis Interium
  • Fleshcrawl - Soulskinner
  • Mezarkabul - Unspoken
  • MSG - Be Aware Of Scorpions
  • Pallas - The Cross & The Crucible
  • Pungent Stench - Masters Of Mortal Servants Of Sin
  • Suidakra - The Arcanum
  • Thunderstone - Promo 2001
  • Tribute To Twisted Sister - Twisted Forever

Heavy Metal Universe has four more:

  • Bathory "Destroyer of worlds" (fr / uk)
  • Emperor "Prometheus..." (fr / uk)
  • Hardcore Superstar "Thank you..." (fr / uk)
  • Soledald "Pills against..." (fr / uk)

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