Metal News for November 21, 2008
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31 news articles posted on this day.
Rev Theory Streams Two New Live Videos
Rev Theory has streamed live videos of their singles "Light it Up" and "Hell Yeah" performed in Kansas City online. You can watch the videos below. More...
P.O.D. Not Breaking Up Afterall
P.O.D. has responded to claims that the band is to go on an indefinite hiatus, following the cancellation of their co-headline tour with Filter. Frontman Sonny Sandoval has uploaded the following statement:
"There are a lot of rumors flying around right now but please pay no attention to all of that.
"Just know that the P.O.D. boys are all good and are looking forward to doing what we do best in South America and wherever opportunities may present themselves in the future.
"Thank you for all your love and encouragement as we head out for the next couple weeks. Please keep us, our travels and our families back home in your prayers as we'll be gone through the holiday.
"With Thanksgiving around the corner, remember to be thankful for your many blessings and know that we are thankful for you."
As The Kingdom Falls Bassist Departs
Bassist and founding member of Maryland metal band As The Kingdom Falls, Andrew Markle, has announced his departure from the band.
"Its Andrew just letting you know whats going on. I have stepped down from my position in As the Kingdom Falls. I feel it would just be better for me if I parted ways now. Why? Just musical differences. I need some time to think about things. I'm still on good terms with almost everyone. Their new music is a lot different but I feel it will be well accepted by everyone and you will really dig the new shit. I have started a new project though. You can check that out if you want.
"I hope you all still continue supporting this band. They'll be doing big things in 2009. You can count on that. This is goodbye for me. It wasn't an easy decision but it was the most efficient one for the band. Keep supporting ATKF. So long."
As The Kingdom Falls is currently seeking a replacement. You can contact the band on their MySpace page.
Blitzkrieg Vocalist Thanks The Fans
Blitzkrieg vocalist Brian Ross has posted the following messae online:
"Following my recent accident in Greece when I broke 2 ribs, fractured another 3 ribs and punctured a lung, I received a lot of goodwill messages. These were sent to me via the Blitzkrieg website, MySpace site and to my e-mail address. I just want to say thanks to everyone who sent me a message. I really appreciated them. Blitzkrieg fans are the best in the World.
"Once again thank you all very very much!"
Live Pelican Footage From Alabama Posted Online
Live footage of Pelican performing in Birmingham, Alabama has been posted online thanks to PBS - Alabama Public Television. You can watch the video below. More...
The Sleeping Adds Keyboard Player
The Sleeping (Victory Records) has announced the addition of organist/keyboardist Christopher Evans to their line-up. Here's a statement from the band:
"Anyone who saw us on our last tour with Envy On the Coast, Secret Lives and The Gay Blades saw a mysterious figure off to the side of the stage behind a whole set of keys while we were playing our set. Well now it's time to shine some light.
"We brought our friend Chris on the tour with us to experiment some Organ/Keyboards on a couple new tracks as well as some old ones.
"Things went really well and we felt that Chris' personality and talent belonged right here in this band. He immediately fit right in and became a perfect addition to this family."
Rammstein Won't Release New Album Before Next Fall
Blabbermouth.net reports: The official newsletter from German industrial metallers RAMMSTEIN includes the following update on the band's new studio album:
"While RAMMSTEIN are recording their newest studio album in sunny California, the first snow has fallen today in Berlin. You have sent us a lot of questions since news reached you via the RAMMSTEIN website about the recordings for the new album. Many rumours have flooded the internet since then. The production of the album will take some time and a release isn't planned before autumn 2009. If everything goes according to plan, we'll hear the first single before summer 2009 and be able to greet RAMMSTEIN at the beginning of their tour before the end of the year. This tour, which is to stretch far into the year 2010, will finally give you enough of a chance to see the band live again after the long period of waiting. Above all, there are some surprises in store for our loyal fans and Community members in the 2009/2010 tour year."
Megadeth Bassist James Lomenzo Checks In
Megadeth bassist James Lomenzo has posted the following update online:
"Having a stellar week here at Vic's working up new stuff for the album. What a luxury to have our own place to work out of without the constraint of a clock to watch. Things are going well, Andy's (Sneap) doing a stellar job of keeping up with all the quick changes that are flying by and every thing's sounding really big. I'm going to move into the big room and drop some bass down. Shout at you later!"
Alice In Chains Posts Fourth Studio Video Online
Reunited grungers Alice In Chains has posted another studio video online documenting work on their forthcoming new studio album. You can check it out below. More...
In Vain Posts Album Update
Norwegian metallers In Vain has posted the following update online:
"I travelled home in October/November and spent approx 10 days in the studio. We got quite a lot of work done, but the mix is not done yet. Hopefully we'll do the final mix of the album in December.
"The plans have also changed a bit. Most certainly the CD will only consist of 7 songs, that is 7 of our own new songs. So one song + the cover will be left out We'll post the complete tracklist when it's decided.
"The tentative release is set to be February 2009. For those who liked The Latter Rain; I'm pretty sure you will enjoy this one as well. Hopefully it will be worth the wait."
Vader Posts "Carnal" Video Online
Polish death metal legends Vader has posted a video online for their song, "Carnal." You can check it out below. The band will be embarking on the Wintersun tour along with Deicide in January and afterwards will be recording a brand new studio album entitled, "Necropolis." More...
Sacred Reich To Re-Issue More Albums
Sacred Reich vocalist/bassist Phil Rind has posted the following brief message online:
"More re-issues in the works? Some good news coming soon. We are working out some details. You will know as soon as we do."
Hellsaw Completes Recording New Album
Austrian black metal act Hellsaw has finished recording their new studio album which to be entitled, "Cold." The band features the production V. Santura who is the guitarist with Dark Fortress, Triptykon and former touring guitarist of Celtic Frost.
Hellsaw frontman Aries states: “Cold contains some of the most complex and intense songs in the history of the band. We always place a lot of our beliefs and emotions in our music. Writing and recording this album was physically and emotionally draining, but having heard the final result, it was well worth it!”
Believer Signs To Metal Blade Records
American thrash metal band Believer has signed a deal with Metal Blade Records, who will be releasing the bands forthcoming new studio album in early 2009.
Believer frontman Kurt Bachman recently posted this update:
"Finally, the mix is complete and we will be mastering on November 18th. So far we think it sounds killer and don't worry, we will not push the volume to limits of distortion. Our plan is to keep all the dynamics in place for your listening enjoyment. The record will be released early next year and the artwork is absolutely amazing! Check back often for more updates as they should be rolling in more frequently. Thanks again to everyone for your patience and for getting the word out there about our new record. Please feel free to link to our MySpace page on your own sites to help us build the buzz!"
Born Without a God Signs To Death Rape Inc.
Death Rape Inc. has signed Born Without a God to a record deal. Born Without a God was signed with the label in 2005/2006 until they broke up. The band has regrouped with a new line-up and will release a demo and a split on Death Rape Inc.
In other label news, death/black metal band and Death Rape recording artist LUSTMORD has been honored with an award for best extreme metal band in the Phoenix Metro area by Carnage Productions in the first annual Valley of the Sun music awards.
Jerusalem To Re-Release Debut Album
Old school heavy metal band Jerusalem will be re-releasing their debut album, "Jerusalem" on November 28th. The album was originally released way back in 1972 and was produced by Deep Purple frontman Ian Gillan.
The tracklisting for the album is as follows:
1. Frustration
2. Hooded Eagle
3. I See the Light
4. Murderer’s Lament
5. When the Wolf Sits
6. Midnight Steamer
7. Primitive Man
8. Beyond the Grave
9. She Came Like a Bat From Hell
10. Kamikaze Moth (single - non-lp track)*
11. Primitive Man (non-lp demo version)*
12. Beyond the Grave (non-lp demo version)*
13. Hooded Eagle (non-lp single version)*
14. I See the Light (non-lp mono version)*
Order Of Ennead Added To Winterfest 2009
Order Of Ennead has been added to the huge Winterfest tour which will see them team up with the likes of Deicide, Vader, Samael, Devian and The Amenta for a European tour. The tour is scheduled to begin in January and tour dates will be revealed shortly.
Testament Announces New Year's Eve Show
Testament has announced that they will be performing a special show on New Year's Eve at Fat City in San Francisco and will be joined by thrash metal supergroup Dublin Death Patrol (wich features Testament vocalist Chuck Billy), black metal act Dragonlord (which includes Testament guitarist Eric Peterson) and Laaz Rockit.
“It’s gonna be a fun party with a bunch of friends,” says singer Chuck Billy. “It’ll be our band, my side project, Eric’s side project, and our friends from Laaz Rockit. We thought it was a good idea for all us friends to get together and jam, even if Alex is away playing with Trans-Siberian Orchestra. We’ll be able to play some stuff with Glen Drover. The show is gonna rock from start to finish, so make sure to get there early!”
Guitarist Eric Peterson also commented on the show: “We’re excited to play New Year’s Eve in our hometown. We haven’t played there in a while, and we decided to play in a smaller club to have more a of a friend/party vibe. Be sure to get there early as my side project Dragonlord goes on first!”
Hatesphere Signs To Napalm Records
Danish death/thrash metal band Hatesphere has been announced as the latest addition to the Napalm Records roster.
Band leader Pepe Hansen states: "No compromise and no experiments!" Metal fans should fasten their seatbelt and prepare for an all crushing package. A new album is tentatively scheduled for spring 2009. The last year has been really hectic for us. Not in a bad sense, but we have been working hard on both new material, playing shows and changing the line-up. The great changes the band has been going through have meant that we needed a record label that would support us 100%. Napalm is not only very professional, they also have a great varied roster, and they have shown to be willing to support HateSphere in the way that we want. Our new album has been just completed, and no need to say that we really can't wait to get started with our work with Napalm. Early next year the album will be out, and Napalm Records and HateSphere are on their way. See you out there - stronger than ever!"
KISS Unhappy With Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
Gene Simmons, the iconic bassist for rock legends KISS recently spoke about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and his unhappiness that KISS has, to date, not been included.
"There are disco bands, rap bands, Yiddish folk song bands in the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame, but not KISS," the band's outspoken frontman said during a speech at the Billboard Touring Conference on Thursday. "I believe we have more gold records in America than any other group, but it's OK."
The band is not among the nine acts on this year's shortlist, which includes metal icons Metallica, rock guitarist Jeff Beck, and soul singer Bobby Womack. The final five, determined by a ballot of more than 500 industry voters, will be announced in January, ahead of the 24th annual induction ceremony in Cleveland on April 4.
Regarding the top officials of the Hall of Fame's foundation, Simmons said: "A lot of those guys on the board can go and get my sandwich when I want, and I mean that in the nicest way," he said.
The speech was filmed for an episode of his reality show Gene Simmons Family Jewels, currently in its third season on the A&E cable channel.
Ozzy Osbourne Featured In WoW Commercial
Heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne has starred in a new commercial for the wildy successful video game, "World Of Warcraft." You can check it out below. Ozzy is the latest in a line of cult heroes to advertize the game which has also been endorsed by the likes of Mr.T, Jean Claude Van Damme and Verne Troyer (Mini Me in Austin Powers.) More...
Hammerfall Reveals New Album Title
Hammerfall has announced that their forthcoming new studio album will be entitled, "No Sacrifice, No Victory" and will be released on February 20th. The band will begin shooting the first video for the album next month for the song, "Any Means Necessary."
The tracklisting is as follows:
"Any Means Necessary"
"Life Is Now"
"Punish And Enslave"
"Legion"
"Between Two Worlds"
"Hallowed Be My Name"
"Something For The Ages"
"No Sacrifice, No Victory"
"Bring The Hammer Down"
"One Of A Kind"
"My Sharona"
Wolf Announces "Ravenous" Release Date
Swedish heavy metal bad Wolf has announced that they will be releasing their brand new studio album, "Ravenous" on February 23rd. The album was produced by Roy Z who has previously worked with Judas Priest, Helloween, Halford, Bruce Dickinson and others.
Comments the band: “Ravenous will grab you by the throat and it will not let go until you succumb. Our time is NOW and we’re taking each and everyone with us. We can't wait to tour for this album and unleash the new songs upon the metal community!”
The Black Dahlia Murder Announces U.K. Tour Dates
The Black Dahlia Murder will be heading to the United Kingdom and the Republic Of Ireland next February for a tour alongside Cephalic Carnage, Psycroptic and Sylosis.
The tour dates are as follows:
February 13th - London Islington Academy February
February 15th - Peterborough Park
February 16th - Sheffield Corporation
February 17th - Dublin Button Factory
February 18th - Glasgow Ivory Blacks
February 19th - Newport TJ's
British Supermarket Apologizes Over RATM
British supermarket chain Asda has issued a public apology after one of their staff members played the Rage Against The Machine song, "Killing In The Name Of" during the stores opening hours. The shoppers in the town of Preston seemingly were not too happy about their local supermarket airing a song which contains the word "fuck" sixteen times.
Thunder Drummer To Miss Forthcoming Tour
Harry James, drummer of legendary British hard rock band Thunder has had to pull out of the bands forthcoming tour of the United Kingdom. He is currently suffering from kidney stones and was admitted to the hospital earlier this week. His replacement on the tour will be drummer John Tonks.
Snot Gives Details On How The Reunion Took Place
A backstage interview with Snot guitarists Sonny Mayo and Mikey Doling aswell as new vocalist Tommy "Vext" Cummings has been posted online. You can check it out below. During the interview the members explain how the reunion came about, how they hired singer former Divine Hresy frontman Tommy "Vext" Cummings and how the fans reacated to the decision. More...
Slash Confirms Velvet Revolver Record Label Split
Velvet Revolver/ex-Guns N Roses guitarist Slash has confirmed to his official fan site, SnakePit.org that Velvet Revolver has indeed parted ways with record label RCA. However, he states the split was not as negative as it sounds and explains that the band owed RCA money for a third album which at this time they are unable to produce (no singer). The band and RCA parted amicably. When they are recording the new album, it most likely will be for a new label.
AC/DC Hits The Dance Charts
Legendary rock band AC/DC has hit hte Billboard Dance charts with a remix of their latest single, "Rock N' Roll Train," entering the chart at number 48. The band are also still doing well in the Billboard album charts with their new album, "Black Ice" holding the number 6 spot. The album has perhaps been the biggest selling of the year and is predicted to hit the 10 million mark.
Born From Pain Posts New Music Video Online
Dutch metallers Born From Pain have posted their new music video online for the song, "Sons Of A Dying World." You can check it out below. The song comes from the bands latest album, "Survival" which was released in Europe on November 3rd. More...
Biohazard Checks In From Budapest
Hardcore legends Biohazard has posted the following tour report online:
"Hell yeah!! Budapest has always been great but tonight was off the hook!! We had some horrible problems with some not so savvy local sound men but it all got sorted. Show rocked like a muthafucka. We ended up doing a few encores...still blows us away. Fuck yeah!"
Biohazard will also be re-releasing their "Tales From The B-Side" album with a bonus DVD and new cover art. The package is scheduled to be released on February 24th.
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