Metal News for July 9, 2003
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14 news articles posted on this day.
The (International) Noise Conspiracy Hard at Work
Sweden's The (International) Noise Conspiracy, the band fronted by former Refused screamer Dennis Lyxzen, are currently in Umeå writing and rehearsing songs for their new album. "At the moment we are working on about 20 new songs," the band write in a message posted on their official web site, "and we all feel that the summer really brings out the best of us in so many ways. So far no date is set for a recording, but we feel very inspired and excited to start recording the new album. More info on this will follow in a not-too-distant future." More...
The Chasm Inks Deal with Earache
Mexico's The Chasm has inked a deal with Earache Records. Here's the announcement from the band:
"We are very proud to announce that after several years of struggling and some bad experiences on the record deal territory, somebody finally had the guts to step up and get us a professional and serious deal. The Chasm has exclusively been signed to legendary/long time running UK Based Label Earache Records for the release of the upcoming 7th assault in our cursed odyssey. With this deal inked we finally finished an era of uncertainty about the future of new albums being released, and it definitely takes a big weight off of our shoulders, meaning that the focus in only creating music will be much more accomplished. We can only expect a very serious and dedicated relationship from this deal, and it will definitely provide The Chasm with a very strong attitude and support. More...
The Gathering to Record Gigs for Live Album
The Gathering will perform two shows that will be recorded for a “best of” live album that will be released towards the end of 2003. The two exclusive gigs will take place at the LUX movie theatre and venue in Nijmegen, Holland on August 21st and 22nd.
At the gigs the band will play a selection of six albums; from the debut Always, via the hit record Mandylion to the triprock of If_Then_Else, molded into modern and intimate versions. More...
Mirror of Deception Part with Drummer/Bassist
Long-running German doom metal band Mirror of Deception have parted ways with drummer Gunnar Drescher and bassist Klaus Schmidt.
The remaining members, Michael Siffermann (vocals/guitar) and Jochen Fopp (guitar) are currently searching for new musicians.
For more information on the band, visit their official web site at this location.
Katatonia Forced to Cancel All European Fests
Sweden's Katatonia have cancelled all of their previously announced European festival appearances dues to circumstances "beyond [their] control."
The following is the group's official statement on the matter:
"It is with great regret we must announce that the coming summer festivals Katatonia had every intention of playing, have been confirmed cancelled by the organizers. These festival opportunities have been pulled from beneath the band by a third party and Katatonia had nothing to do with these decisions. This third party (that are NO longer working nor representing the band in any way) has given out false information such as 'internal band problems' etc, that apparently should have been reasons for Katatonia not participating in any of the festivals. That is simply NOT true. The band members themselves were all recovering and enjoying their private holidays when they were informed about the situation yesterday and sincerely apologize to everyone who planned on coming to see them this summer, and hope to see you at another time in the short future. Thank you for your understanding."
Beseech to Enter the Studio
Swedish "gothic metal" act Beseech will enter Studio Mega later this week to begin recording their as-yet-untitled fourth album, tentatively due in early 2004 through Napalm Records. "Expect a heavier and groovier album than before — A new era of gothic music is to take place," according to an official statement. An animated video will be done for one of the tracks off the forthcoming album.
The follow-up to 2002's "Souls Highway" will be Beseech's first effort since the departure of longtime guitarist Klas Bohlin.
Nick Barker Joins Brujeria
Dimmu Borgir drummer Nick Barker (ex-Cradle of Filth) has reportedly joined Brujeria as the replacement for Raymond Herrera. The band, who are led by former Fear Factory guitarist Dino Cazares, are scheduled to make a live appearance on September 4 at Club Alondra (formerly Clark Center Bowl) in Bellflower, California. Also set to perform on the bill are Cephalic Carnage.
Deicide, Hate Eternal, Krisiun N. American Tour
Deicide, Hate Eternal, Krisiun and Cattle Decapitation will be teaming up for a North American tour this fall.
Confirmed dates so far are as follows: More...
Lord Belial Possibly Part Ways with Guitarist
Sweden's Lord Belial have reportedly parted ways with guitarist Niclas "Pepa" Andersson. No official announcement has yet been made regarding his departure.
Niclas' decision to leave the group comes several weeks after the departure of drummer Michael Backelin. Michael, whose exit from the band has yet to be officially explained, has since been replaced by Runemagick/ex-Relevant Few skinsman Daniel Moilanen (half-brother of former Shotgun Messiah guitarist Harry K. Cody).
Lord Belial are currently rehearsing and writing new material for their forthcoming album, due in late 2003/early 2004 through Regain Records
Soulgrind joined by Sinergy Axeman at Helsinki
Finland's Soulgrind, who feature in their ranks former Lullacriy frontwoman Tanja "Whisper Lilith" Kemppainen (a.k.a. Tanya), will be joined by Sinergy/ex-Stone guitarist for their appearance at Tavastia club in Helsinki on Saturday, July 12. The gig will be part of this weekend's Tuska festival, which will feature more than 40 bands performing on three stages and in the evening clubs.
Soulgrind will enter the studio in October/November to begin recording their new album for a spring 2004 release through France's Holy Records.
Labrat Replace Vocalist
British grinders Labrat have parted ways with both vocalists Jamie Farrell and Martin Ives after one year, and have welcomed original vocalist Rob McAuslan back into the fold.
"The decision to let Ives and Farrell go was made just before the band set off on a UK tour with Mastodon," stated Labrat in a band-issued press statement. "We felt that although the two undoubtedly did a great job during their time in the band, certain problems were starting to manifest themselves which led to the decision to let them go. Rob was asked to do the tour as a stand in vocalist, but after six devastating shows, made the decision to rejoin.
Says Rob: More...
Green Talks About Sepultura's Split w/ Roadrunner
Australia's Beat magazine spoke with Derrick Green of Spultura about their new album 'Roorback', the first disc since leaving Roadrunner Records to move to S.P.V. "The contract with R.R. was pretty much up," Green said. "We had an option to do one more album, and we decided that we didn’t want to stay there any longer. It was a relationship that was way too long, and it was time for us to really move on. When Max split from Sepultura and R.R. signed his new band Soulfly, we found it was not only hard working with R.R., but we also saw it as conflict of interest. There was a lot of tension, and we weren’t really happy with the way Nation was promoted. It stopped a couple of months after it came out."
Read the full article at Beat Magazine.
A Perfect Circle's Thirteenth Step
A PERFECT CIRCLE have set Thirteenth Step as the title to their upcoming new album, which is due out on September 16th. The tentative track listing is as follows:
- The Package
- Weak and Powerless
- The Noose
- Blue
- Vanishing
- A Stranger
- The Outsider
- Crimes
- The Nurse Who Loved Me
- Pet
- Lullaby
- Gravity
In other news, the band has announced a club tour, here are the dates: More...
Type O Negative Video Online
TYPE O NEGATIVE's video for "I Dont Wanna Be Me" is now online at the roadrunner records site. It can be accessed at http://www.roadrun.com/video/
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