Haste The Day, Calico System Tour Dates

Haste The Day will kick of their "12 Days of Christmas" tour on December 11th with support from Calico System, Heavyheavylowlow, and Flee The Seen. Here are the tour dates:

12/11 Lafayette, IN @ Downtown Records
12/12 Covington, KY @ The Madhatter
12/13 Huntington, WV @ HYAMP
12/14 Cleveland, OH @ Agora Ballroom
12/15 Millvale, PA @ Mr. Small's Theater
12/16 Lemoyne, PA @ Champion Ship
12/17 New York, NYC @ The Knitting Factory
12/18 Baltimore, MD @ The Ottobard
12/19 Richmond, VA @ Alley Katz
12/20 West Columbia, SC @ New Brookland Tavern
12/21 Nashville, TN @ Rocketown

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Orakle Begin Work On Second Album, Post MP3

French black metal band Orakle are preparing their second album, following "Uni aux cimes" in 2005, even though Amar Ru (guitars) is currently in Quebec for studying. In addition, the band is already looking for a new label (contact: management@orakle.fr). In themeantime, you can hear Achernar (voices, bass and synths) as a guest on the next Funerarium album (to be released). You can also download a symphonic remake of the song "Gnose" (initially on the album "Uni aux cimes", released in 2005), arranged and performed by Achernar with the kind participation of the French talented soprano Lisa Levy.

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World Below Ready Full-Length CD

Swedish doom metal masters WORLD BELOW — featuring CARNAL FORGE/CENTINEX guitarist Jonas Kjellgren, CENTINEX drummer Ronnie Bergerståhl and ex-SIDEBURNERS bassist/vocalist Mikael Danielsson, will release their third full-length album, "Repulsion", this month via Psychedoomelic Records. The follow-up to last year's "Maelstrom" was recorded in September at at Black Lounge Studios and features artwork by Twilight 13 Media.

Here is the "Repulsion" track listing:

01. Monsters In The Closet
02. 731
03. Gilgamesh
04. The Old Ones
05. Monument

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Giant Squid Cancels All Shows

Giant Squid has cancelled all upcoming shows, including their November tour, in addition to tentative dates slated for February. Specific reasons behind the move haven't been enumerated. Rather, the following statement has been issued:

"The timing of this is heartbreaking for us on many, many levels, but due to recent catastrophic events in our private lives, the band can not function as normal to make it through these gigs. Please understand how tragic this is for us to have to cancel these great shows coming up with some fantastic bands whom we were sincerely looking forward to meeting and getting to know... We apologize immensely to the fans, the clubs, and the other bands."

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All That Remains Taps Tim Yeung, Seeks Drummer

Seasoned drummer Tim Yeung (Hate Eternal, Vital Remains) will temporarily join Massachusetts-based metal band ALL THAT REMAINS on the band's current set of scheduled live dates, including a run with fellow Bay Staters Killswitch Engage and a three-week tour with DragonForce throughout the United Kingdom in November and December. Yeung has already made his presence known in the metal world having showcased his playing with Hate Eternal, Decrepit Birth, Vital Remains and Aurora Borealis among others, as well as earning the World's Fastest Drummer title at the 2006 summer NAMM show in Austin, Texas earlier this year. More information on Yeung can be found at his official website (www.timyeung.com) or his MySpace page (www.myspace.com/TimYeung).

Subsequently, ALL THAT REMAINS is currently seeking a full-time drummer to join the band upon returning to America in mid-December. Interested parties can inquire via the band's official MySpace page and message the band with the heading "attn: drummer." Links to videos of interested candidates playing "This Calling" and "The Weak Willed" from ALL THAT REMAINS' new album, 'The Fall of Ideals' are required.

ALL THAT REMAINS on tour:
(with Killswitch Engage, Bury Your Dead, 2 Cents) More...

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Seattle Metal Festival Returns In 2007

Returning after a three-year hiatus, the Seattle Metal Festival will be on Jan 20, 2007, at The Showbox in Seattle, Washington.

This year’s lineup – a mixture of metal veterans from the US and abroad, as well as up and coming national acts - will be: Overkill, God Forbid, Destruction, Into Eternity, Ghoatwhore, The Human Abstract, Mnemic, and Arsis.

The festival is promoted by Frank Hetzel of Howitzer Productions and the main sponsor is Dragon Monkey Media. Hetzel is the creator of the Seattle Metal Festival and the Northwest Deathfest, as well as the promoter of many metal shows in the Seattle area.

“I put the Seattle Metal Fest on the back burner for a while because I felt that it should become a stronger festival- a show with great national metal acts that people would travel from all over the Pacific Northwest to see,” said Hetzel. “It took some time to work out the logistics for a festival of this size and with the help of Dragon Monkey Media; the show is coming together smoothly.”

Dragon Monkey Media LLC is a Northwest-based media company promoting local musicians and artists by providing an internet resource to allow them to showcase their artistic works through its associated record label, Hot Monkey Records, and its affiliated production company, Dark Angel Productions.

Tickets go on sale Saturday, November 11 through Tickets West (www.ticketswest.com) and The Showbox box office, as well as seattlemetalfest.com, Silver Platters in Seattle, and Scrape Records in Vancouver, B.C. The Showbox is located at 1426 1st Ave. in Seattle, WA (www.showboxonline.com, 206-628-3151). Tickets will be $25.00 advance and $30.00 day of show. This is an all ages event with alcohol available for purchase to those at least 21 years old with ID.

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Blood Star Halo & Heavenly Trip To Hell At Whisky

I was lucky enough to catch the opening band for this bill at The Whisky A Go Go Nov 3rd, 2006. The act is called BLOOD STAR HALO, and I think this group of perfectly sinister-looking metalers are going to make a very big name for themselves if they can just continue to push forward in the murky and cutthroat sea of the music business. With one of the more intriguing lead vocalists I've seen in a long time here in Los Angeles in Dust Devil, Nine Bones on bass guitar, Thorne on lead guitar and Diesel on drums, I think these guys are easily ready for the fight. Working through some bare bones evil-sounding cuts like 'My Disorder', 'Chosen' and 'Get Out' from their 2005 EP 'Disorder' and 2004's 'Incendium Infernum' album, this was a band I found to be locked into a perfect rhythm as a musical unit, making no mistakes with their playing and from the gothic/industrial vibe minus the keyboards, it was clear to see that these guys are all about getting the 'evil' in their music just right. Most bands that I see trying to act Satanic, would get jumped outside the club and be perfect prey for punishment. Dust Devil, short but solidly built, tatt'd down and body cloaked in reddish war paint, is the perfect cross between Danzig and Satan behind the microphone himself. The band was even joined by a dancing woman who had seductive moves for each pounding note delivered by the drums. They are one of those acts you see where you know from the level of craftsmanship that they are delivering on the stage, they will be a band to be reckoned with no matter who gets in their way. Because in this industry the corporate suits and scam artists will never be able to stop the power and poignancy behind a well performing rock band. And Blood Star Halo is the real deal.

Next up was HEAVENLY TRIP TO HELL and as fun and entertaining as this industrial metal band was this evening, delivering a top notch performance all around of mostly tracks from their debut full length effort, "Who Is The Enemy", it was their drummer, JD Flores, the often last one mentioned in a show review, that straight up owned the stage this night. With Gerardo Christ on lead vocals, Scott C. on lead guitar, Sergio Natas on bass/backing vocals, Vicky Vicious on keyboards, Heavenly Trip To Hell rampaged through politically-charged rockers such as 'Designated Enemy', 'New World, 'Lies' and 'Welcome To The Fire' with absolute gusto and near flawless execution. What I found most interesting about this band, beyond the fact that the atmosphere around the energy they give off from the stage is purely one of literal electric shock currents, they employ the usage of a stage performer named Juan F.L., who has the sole task of throwing out glowsticks and glow-frisbees to the crowd as the band plays. The crowd was obviously made up of diehard HTTH fans who follow them wherever they stray from their Long Beach home, pumping devil horns proudly into the air and mosh dancing in celebration. And as gripping as this band certainly is as a whole, I return to my initial remark about the drummer for this band. I have seen many of the great rock percussionists of my time, including Tommy Lee and Nicko Mcbrain. And this JD Flores is easily one of the best I've ever witnessed. He's a little guy too, which is what throws you off so much when you hear the sonic boom that goes off with the first slam down onto his snare drum. I knew right away I was in for the treat of my life. The band played for about an hour and this dude never once let up in his dizzying and perfectly metered assault. This is a drummer who knows how to do a whole lot with a whole little. There couldn't have been more than twelve pieces to his entire setup, compared to these monster kits that the top in his field get to use. I'm telling you that I don't know if this was just one of those nights where a performer rises to another level all of the sudden, but I kept scratching my head throughout the performance, saying to myself: "This dude is one of the baddest drummers around, why doesn't anyone else know this?" Perhaps, that answer has been met head on with the writing of this review for all the many thousand upon thousands of worldwide readers to be educated on. The last two songs from this high-charged fury machine were 'Assassination Number One' and '69', and turned up the anti-White House stance by ten notches, making one feel that as big of a 'Davey and Goliath' situation it is for everyday Americans to dare and speakout versus it own government on a major subject like 'a war started over a lie', the environment this night at The Whisky quickly affirmed my belief that little Davey is not going to be taking any shit! The band was joined on the stage by at least thirty women for the closer '69' and it looked like New Years Eve gone wrong in the joint at this point. It doesn't get any more metal than this. And when I met up with HTTH drummer, JD Flores, after the show to hang and chat, I literally felt as if I were in the presence of Bonzo himself. So I suggest that the very first time you get a chance to checkout Heavenly Trip To Hell, bring a bunch of friends, get ready to drink and be silly and free -- these rockers are causing more noise for their heavy music scene than one hundred bands around them.

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Divinity Destroyed Post New Song and Video Online

Divinity Destroyed post an update on their myspace page regarding the addition of a new guitarist and a new song entitled Forever and Neverand video:

"That is correct. Mark is now the keyboardist/lead vocalist and Randal from Beyond the Flesh is the new guitarist.

This is a new age in Divinity history. The new lineup. The new song. The new website is on the way. And new information and content will be added daily."

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After Forever Sign to Nuclear Blast

AFTER FOREVER have announced their signing to Nuclear Blast. The band is almost finished recording their new as yet untitled album, which is going to be released in Spring 2007. Produced by Gordon Groothedd, the record not only contains great new songs but also an overwhelming session with the Prague Symphonic Orchestra. A tour is in the works as well.

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Downlord Release First U.S. Tour Date

The first date has been revealed for DOWNLORD's (featuring ex-members of Benediction, Bolt Thrower, and Iniquity) upcoming U.S. tour which is also expected to include NECRODEMON, CLOUDS TURNED BLACK, and A DARK TOMORROW:

March 7 - Springfield, VA @ Jaxx

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Marduk Parting Ways With Drummer Emil Dragutinovic

Swedish black metallers MARDUK have posted the following update:

"MARDUK will be entering the Endarker studio during Dec 2006 - Jan 2007 to record the upcoming album. This will be the last one to feature drummer Emil. Replacment will be announced later on. The album is set to be released early April 2007 and will be followed by a massive tour. Stay tuned for more news further on."

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Napalm Death Post New Video Online

NAPALM DEATH's new video for the track "When All Is Said And Done," off their latest release entitled Smear Campaign, has been posted online here. More...

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Porphyria Vocalist Tim Murphy Rejoins Bands

New England based death metallers PORPHYRIA have posted the following update:

"Tim has decided to return to the band after deciding to call it quits in early September. We all understand he had a lot on his plate which caused him to become immersed in more stress than he could handle at the time. We are very happy to have Tim back in the band as it wouldn't have been the same band without him.

Thanks to anyone who expressed interest in trying out during this period.

We would also like to thank all the people who have supported us thus far by simply coming to our shows, buying shirts either at a show or online, and everyone who's booked us on a show, it is much appreciated!

See you guys soon."

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Burn In Silence Guitarist Rushed To ER

BURN IN SILENCE have posted the following update:

"Mike was rushed to the Emergency Room late last night, early this morning, and the doctors told us that he has Walking Pnemonia as well as Strep Throat. He's been given medication and we have sinced dropped him off at his house!!! Unfortunatley Mike will not be able to finish the MISERY INDEX tour. As of right now we are gonna try and finish this tour with just Alan on guitar!! We apologise to all of you that were coming out to see the full line up!! Obviously this is out of our control and we cant' really do anything about the situation, other then try to finish the tour!! Please everyone keep Mike in your thoughts and hope for a speedy recovery. We will let you know tomorrow if were gonna continue on the MISERY INDEX tour!!"

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Beseech Announce Details For Their Last Gig

Swedish gothic metallers BESEECH, who recently announced they are "putting the band to rest for good", have issued the following update:

"Beseech will play "The Last Gig" where all things started for many years ago. This special night will happen in our hometown (Boras, Sweden) at the venue Trägårn. More info (in Swedish).

If you are considering attending this and are from abroad, please don't hesitate to ask if you are wondering anything about the gig/location etc. Preferably thru our e-mail questions@beseech.net ."

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To This Day, xArmed For Battlex Tour Dates

To This Day and xArmed For Battlex will be teaming up for a brief west coast tour this winter. Here are the tour dates:

12/26 Las Vegas, NV @ Leathernecks
12/27 Upland, CA @ The Wire
12/28 Rialto, CA @ Rialto Music Coalition
12/29 Reno, NV @ Grace Church
12/30 Portland, OR @ Liberty Hall
12/31 Spokane, WA @ Slaughter House
1/2 Seattle, Washington @ TBA
1/3 Eugene, Oregon @ TBA

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The Classic Struggle Writing, Announce Guitarist

After more than six months of inactivity following a serious injury to drummer Tyler Solnosky, The Classic Struggle has issued an update regarding their current status:

"Our new guitar player is Chris Grant. He has played in some kick ass bands in the past including, Choose Your Weapon and Nourish the Flame. We all think it was a good decision to pick him due to Chris being a good guitarist for one, but an amazing individual and bro to us as well. Right now we are taking some time off to get back to full strength and also write some new and brutal material for our next album.

So far we've written 2 new songs that, in our opinion, literally destroy our old shit to smithereens. We're all really confident with the new lineup. More confident than we have ever been actually. The new stuff seems be more mature... By that, I mean less choppy and better hooks but with out repeating something over and over again. It just flows alot better.

Tyler has been doing alot better too since his accident. He has really come around. He still has a ways to go to get back to where he was before but he's still doing damn good. He says he can feel it coming back slowly but surely which gives us more motivation to keep on keepin' on.

I'm pretty sure that all of this is going to make us stronger and keep pushing on. All of our hearts are into it 110%. Yeah, it's going to be til probably next fall til we get back on the road again and probably 2008 til we come out with a new album, but thats just a small price to pay to be able to come back with more drive and a better outlook on everything as a whole to get it done right if you know what I mean."

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Compos Mentis Signs With Mighty Music

Danish death metal band COMPOS MENTIS has inked a deal with Mighty Music for the release of its second album, "Gehennesis".

Commened the group: "We are very proud to contribute to the revival of the label and we are certain that they will be able to create the deserved attention on 'Gehennesis'. Thus, we are looking very much forward to the coming cooperation and not least the release of the album in Denmark (February) and the rest of the world (March / April)." More...

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Godhead Post More New Songs Online

GODHEAD has posted three more songs from its recently released "The Shadow Line" album. Check out the tracks "Hey You", "Fall Down" and "Push" at the band's official MySpace page.

"The Shadow Line" was released through new label Cement Shoes Records. The band recently parted ways with drummer James O'Connor due to "personal reasons" and have since replaced him with former LOSER skinsman Glendon Crain. Watch the group's video for "Trapped In Your Lies" at this location.

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