Opeth Fires Drummer

Gene Hoglan has replaced Opeth drummer Martin Lopez who was fired only a couple days ago. More info on this as we get info. Some reports already say that Gene is sounding tired after just one day of this.

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Two Dates Added To UK Taste Of Chaos Tour

Two dates have been added to the UK leg of the "Taste Of Chaos Tour", which features The Used, Story Of The Year, Killswitch Engage, Rise Against and Funeral For A Friend, they include:

Nov. 07 Doncaster, UK - Dome
Nov. 13 London, UK - Brixton Academy

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New Avenged Sevenfold Video To Premiere Tomorrow

Tomorrow (July 28), Avenged Sevenfold will be premiering their new video for "Bat Country" on their Myspace website. Check it out starting tomorrow at www.myspace.com/avengedsevenfold.

A7x has confirmed a few UK tour dates:

Sept. 19 Nottingham, Rock City
Sept. 20 Glasgow, Barrowlands
Sept. 22 Birmingham, Carling Academy
Sept. 23 London, Brixton Academy

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Cave In Part With Dummer, Get Converge Drummer

Cave In drummer JR Connors is reportedly no longer part of the group. Connors was originally sidelined by a severe wrist injury and is currently living in Germany. Converge drummer Ben Koller has been filling in as of late and has seemingly joined the band on a permanent basis, though no official statement has been released.

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All That Remains Tour Plans, Video Online

Currently finishing up on the Sounds Of The Underground, All That Remains will support Chimaira until September, followed by a UK run supporting Trivium. Look for the new video for "Tattered On My Sleeve" on Metal Asylum, Uranium and Headbangers Ball soon You can also watch it online here.

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The Minor Times Re-Release Album, Writing New One

Philly's The Minor Times, who recently signed to Prosthetic Records, have re-released "Making Enemies." Fresh off tour with Drowningman, the band will spend much of the fall writing the follow up. Look for it in the Spring of 2006.

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Hellfest Announce More Bands, Zero Tolerance

Hellfest 2005 has announced more bands and their zero tolerance policy along with upgraded security this year. Here's the announcement about the secutity and zero tolerance policy:

"For the past eight years Hellfest has maintained an almost spotless safety record—less a very minor setback last year. This year, Hellfest has made the decision to make adjustments to our safety policy. This year’s motto—ZERO TOLERENCE. Hellfest takes our fans safety as a serious matter. The bands support it, so should you. We've all heard the speech from the pit, you know, the one found in almost all bands hardcore handbook that starts like this—"We're all family here. If someone falls down, you pick them up." We live by that, but we are very aware that not everyone is always 100% willing to cooperate. We're not naive and we know you aren't either."

"In the past Hellfest has had the t-shirt enforced security on site to ensure everyone’s safety, this year we've upped the anty. We understand with the growing numbers and popularity of Hellfest, our security needed an upgrade. This year we've not only welcomed back our faithful t-shirt security to enforce safety on and around all stage areas, but we’ve enlisted armed security and police officers stationed at all other locations, available within arms reach in case of an emergency. The increased security isn't to ruin anyone's fun, but to keep the hardcore scene about things the scene was built on: music, ethics, DIY attitude and the family mentality. Hellfest fans are on the top of our list. We want the best bands, skateboarders, tattoo artists, merchandise, catering and above all else, the best security. In case there’s any confusion on our definition of ZERO TOLERENCE, we offer you an easy to understand list of consequences. The first incident of disorderly conduct will result in the ejection of all parties involved, arrests will be made and you will receive a fine up to a possible $1000. The Sovereign Bank Arena has welcomed Hellfest with open arms, let’s show them the utmost respect from the hardcore scene. Jail is one place the Hellfest and Sovereign Bank Arena staffs don’t want to see you on the weekend of Hellfest. Whether you purchased a three-day pass or a one day ticket, we don't want any unnecessary incidents happening what cause anyone to miss the most talked about festival of the summer."

One day tickets are also on sale now. From July 27 to August 3, a very limited number of single day passes will be available for a reduced rate. A very limited number of $99.99 3-day passes are still available ($20 less than any other tickets for Hellfest) as well.

//radiotakeover is running an exclusive contest to give you a chance to win prizes involving Hellfest. Four lucky winners will receive one 3 day pass for Hellfest and one winner will win the grand prize of a pair of VIP laminates. Here’s the deal: Grab a video camera and get ready to convince the Hellfest Team why you deserve to go to Hellfest for free. Send your video (vhs, dvd, etc...you make it and we’ll find a way to watch it) to:

//radiotakeover
ATTN: HELLFEST VIDEO CONTEST
32 Mill St.
Mount Holly, NJ 08060

Please include your contact information with your tape: name, email, phone #, AIM (if applicable). For more information on the Hellfest Video Contest go to radiotakeover.com.

Listed below are the latest editions to this year's Hellfest: More...

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Korn Rumored To Be Signing New Deal w/ EMI/Virgin

Nothing is confirmed yet, but it is rumored that Korn are on the verge of signing a new deal with EMI/Virgin. Their first release will be a new album in October, currently being mixed by Terry Date.

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Fear Factory Record Gigantour Rehearsal

A FEAR FACTORY podcast featuring three songs ("Transgression", "Shock", and "Acres of Skin") from a Gigantour rehearsal has been posted to FEAR FACTORY's Online Squad and can be downloaded at this location.

"Transgression" is scheduled for release on August 23 (one day earlier internationally) via Calvin Records, an imprint of Liquid 8 Records.

FEAR FACTORY entered Track Record Studios in North Hollywood, California on May 5 with producer Toby Wright (ALICE IN CHAINS, KORN, SOULFLY) to begin recording the follow-up to last year's "Archetype". In addition to Wright, there is a list of guest musicians collaborating on "Transgression", including bass player Billy Gould of FAITH NO MORE fame. Billy contributes to two songs: "Echo of My Scream" and "Supernova". Also included on "Transgression" is "New Promise", which was co-written with Mark Morton of LAMB OF GOD.

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30 Second Clip Of New SOiL Song Online

A 30-second clip of brand new SOiL music, 'Jaded', has been posted online at 94.7 The Zone's official website. The clip is the 2nd taste of new music from the Chicago based act, this time it showcases the versatility of new frontman AJ Cavalier. Head to this location to listen to the clip of 'Jaded'.

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Interview

Interview With Ryan Primack Of Poison The Well

I had the chance to interview Poison The Well's Ryan Primack (guitar) at the Sounds Of The Underground Tour in Philadelphia, PA on June 26th, at the Festival Pier. On our way out to the bands touring van we had to pass the entrance and the woman checking tickets didn’t know he was in a band. She was ignoring him for about two minutes before she finally let us outside. More...

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Disturbed Singer To Work w/New Nothingface Project

DISTURBED frontman David Draiman is set to collaborate with BLESSED IN BLACK, a new hard rock group that features former members of NOTHINGFACE and SKRAPE. According to a posting on BLESSED IN BLACK's web site, Draiman will hit the studio in September to contribute to some songs slated for BIB's forthcoming debut album, tentatively due in early 2006.

BLESSED IN BLACK is:

Billy Keeton (ex-SKRAPE) - Vocals
Tom Maxwell (ex-NOTHINGFACE) - Guitar
Jerry Montano (DANZIG, ex-NOTHINGFACE, THE DEADLIGHTS) - Bass
Tommy Sickles (ex-NOTHINGFACE) - Drums

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Finntroll and Sodom Tour

We can reveal two more dates for the upcoming 2006 tour that will feature the likes of European heavyweights FINNTROLL and SODOM.

January 7 - Poughkeepsie, NY @ The Chance Theatre
January 11 - Toronto, ONT @ The Opera House

Other released dates include:

January 6 - West Springfield, VA @ Jaxx
January 8 - New York, NY @ B.B. King Blues Club

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Civil Ruin Posts Live Song Online

Civil Ruin has posted a live version of "Blood Red Skies" online. Check it out at www.myspace.com/civilruin.

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Dark Tranquility Post Video Online

DARK TRANQUILLITY's video for the track "The New Build" has been made available online. Check it out: Real Media. The clip was shot by director Roger Johansson and features live footage shot in (among other cities) London, Barcelona, Paris and Gothenburg during the group's last European tour.

"The New Build" comes off the group's latest CD, "Character", available now on Century Media Records.

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Texas Is On Fire Ready New Album

Crash Music, Inc. today announces that post hardcore act, TEXAS IS ON FIRE has completed tracking of their upcoming album "Shine.Set.Repeat." with producer Jason Anderson (FEAR BEFORE THE MARCH OF FLAMES, VAUX).

TEXAS IS ON FIRE is a young hard working band from Denver, with the average age of the members being just 19 years old, drawing from a diverse range of influences that include bands such as BOTCH and SOILWORK. The debut album will be released on October 18th, followed by non-stop touring of the United States.

Tracklist for "Shine.Set.Repeat." is as follows:

1. Tomahawk!
2. This man's gotta get a new suit
3. Looks like a natural disaster
4. Face it girl, Prince Charming isn't coming
5. You're so going to Hell for that one
6. Hartford, The Whale
7. Greetings from the sunshine state
8. This is not a boating accident
9. Put it on black
10. No guys, THIS is epic

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