Metal News for August 10, 2004
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16 news articles posted on this day.
Dark Order Announces New Guitarist
"Yes folks, after 2 years, we now have a permanent second guitar player! It's Doug Dalton, formerly of many bands, including Grungeon. Full power has been restored to the Dark Order sound, as we continue to write the third album/DVD, which should be out June 2005. Doug's experience in the world of metal should prove invaluable. Doug's first gig was a surprise shocking appearance on the Metal for the Masses gig at the Annandale Hotel, last Friday night, where 400 metal maniacs witnessed Dark Order and its new power. The band received allot of great compliments that night, some people even commenting that Dark Order was the band of the night!
In other news, Dark Order's plans for an international tour for 2004 have been moved ahead to 2005, after the third album release, due to financial constraints suffered by singer Raul (shit happens!).
Also, Dark Order has a new web address: www.darkorder-metal.com
So from all of us, to our latest new brother, Doug...
FFFFFFFTTTTTTTTTTRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRUUUUURRRGGGHHHH ! GOOD BOY FUCKEN!!!!!
Raul Ignacio Alvarez
singer/guitarist"
Gene Simmons' Lawyer Raids N. Carolina KISS Expo
Gene Simmons and Company raided Sunday's North Carolina KISS Expo looking for illegal DVD's and Videos along with various other bootlegged KISS material on Sunday, Aug. 8th. According to various sources Gene Simmons is trying to root out a notorious bootlegger. In attendance was Special Guest, Gordon G.G. Gebert, author of the books KISS & Tell, KISS & Tell More, and Rock & Roll War Stories. Gebert states, "At first I didn't know what was going on. When I realized they were confiscating bootlegs I watched the drama unfold. Then some guy claiming to be Gene Simmons' lawyer came to where I was signing my new book and we had a heated exchange. He tried to stop me from selling merchandise until he checked it out. I told him he had no authority to stop me from selling legal merchandise. The exchange was interesting to say the least. After he realized I had nothing illegal they left the venue."
KISS Expo Organizer is due in court Friday, August 13th.
Morifade Singer Leaves, Band Seeks Replacement
Sweden's Morifade have posted this update on their official website:
"Official statement: Stefan Says Goodbye!
After 6 years as the vocalist of Morifade, Stefan now has decided to leave his position in the band. His own statement follows:
Due to personal reasons I have decided that my days in Morifade are over. I would like to thank the guys in the band, it´s been a wonderful journey! Best of luck in the future! I would also like to thank my family and friends for their support and understanding through the years. But above all my thanks goes out to all the fans around the world for your everlasting support and devotion. Thank you for some truly unforgettable moments!
Stefan's decision to leave the band did not come as a shock to us when he broke the news a couple of months ago, we had felt this coming for about a year and a half.
We thank Stefan for his long time in Morifade and wishes him the best of luck in the future!
All this means that right now we are searching for a new vocalist and we have several singers waiting to be auditioning for the band, in the meantime, ALL SINGERS are welcome to send us demos and info about themselves if you are interested to be the lead vocalist in Morifade!"
Send your submissions to:
MORIFADE
P.O. Box 54
590 50 Vikingstad
Sweden
Zao UK Tour Schedule
Zao will head out to the UK next month and then end up back here on tour in October with The Dillinger Escape Plan, Every Time I Die and Misery Signals. Here are the Europe dates:
11/10 Karlsruhe GER Gotec
11/11 Munich GER Backstage (Feat. Nine Disfear)
11/12 Pisa ITA New Breed Club
11/13 Oberwart AUT Oho (Feat. Most Precious Blood)
11/14 Budapest HUN Kultiplex (Feat. Most Precious Blood)
11/15 Mezzago ITA Bloom
11/16 Will SWI Remise
11/17 Trier GER Exhaus
11/18 Arnhem NET Goudvishal
11/19 Berlin GER Kato
11/20 Copenhagen DEN Stengade 30
11/21 Wuppertal GER U-Club
11/22 Leuven BEL Sojo
11/23 Manchester UK Star And Garter
11/24 London UK The Metro
Satyricon Reports On WOA, Set List Revealed
Norwegian black metallers Satyricon have posted this report from Wacken Open Air 2004 on their official website:
Today there is a lot of tired and happy people out there. It's the same for us. We put a lot into preparing this show and the weekend itself was one facing many challenges of practical nature. But, the show went well and we were very proud to see how far this genre has come. How far? 43,000 people, they told us! INSANE. All there throughout the entire show, loud and proud. Perfectionists as we are, there were things that in the bigger picture is not important that we let get to us. Then we decided to go for a walk to talk to fans and press to see how they felt. It was such a good move because it helped put everything into perspective. People said they felt had witnessed a historical moment and that this would go down in history as a legendary concert. Thank you for reminding us about what is important! And thanks to Nocturno Culto for the strength put into the show and Zephyrous for helping create the right vibe in the hours before the show. Last salute goes out to the several hundred who lined up for the signing session with Frost, Nocturno Culto and Satyr.
Satyricon's set list for W:O:A 2004: More...
Dimmu Borgir's Las Vegas Show Filmed
Dimmu Borgir's performance at the Huntridge Theater in Las Vegas on July 30 was filmed by acclaimed director Patric Ullaeus (Lacuna Coil, In Flames). Check out the photos from the shoot: Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3, Photo 4.
New Dio Album Delayed
Sanctuary Records has pushed back the North American release date of Dio's album, "Master Of The Moon" (view cover), to September 14, instead of the previously announced August 31 date. No reason was given for the delay.
"Master Of The Moon" track listing:
01. One More For The Road
02. Master Of The Moon
03. The End Of The World
04. Shivers
05. The Man Who Would Be King
06. The Eyes
07. Living The Lie
08. I Am
09. Death By Love
10. In Dreams
Nightwish Forced To Cancel 3 N. American Dates
Nightwish have had to cancel the first three shows of their upcoming North American tour after failing to secure their visas in time for the tour's kick-off date on August 16. The cancelled dates are:
Aug. 16 - Toronto, ON
Aug. 17 - Montreal, QUE
Aug. 19 - Philadelphia, PA
Our US Visa applications were filed early enough at the end of March 2004, so the U.S. Immigration Office is the one responsible for not being able to handle these applications within this 4, 5 months of time. There was never anything we could have done but wish for some co-operation from their side. The result is as seen.
We are very sorry for this and we understand that many of you are pissed. So are we. Big time. Naturally we will do everything we can to make this up and as soon as possible. The rest of the U.S. shows will happen as scheduled.
My Ruin To Leave Century Media
MY RUIN, the Los Angeles-based band fronted by ex-TURA SATANA/Manhole singer Tairrie B., are in the process of getting released from their contract with Century Media Records after issuing one EP ("The Shape of Things to Come") and full-length CD ("The Horror Of Beauty") through the label.
MY RUIN recently announced the addition of former SYSTEMATIC bassist Johnny Chow (a.k.a. John Mark Bechtel) to the group's ranks. Chow joined MY RUIN as the replacement for Meghan Mattox, who was "asked to leave" the band following their most recent U.S. tour with SOIL.
Mindgrinder Release And Tour Roadmap
MindGrinder, who did support for thrash legends Testament when they visited Norway this
summer, are set to record their next album this fall and hit the road in Europe in January (a month or two later in the US).
Skumlove Activities
Skumlove guitarist Robyn Sin and new drummer Shok will be playing and touring with My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult while opening for Ministry here in the states starting in September.
You can also get the CD "Don't Hate Me Because I'm Evil" including remixes by Justin Bennett of Skinny Puppy and DJ Beau at www.skumlove.com. Expect a new album to be out by fall.
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Road Rage '04 Report: Aug 9 In Washington, DC
CorrosiveMind just reported on the August 8 show of the Road Rage '04 tour, but what the hell - I'll give you my opinion of the August 9 show as well.
When I heard about the Road Rage 2004 tour, I decided well ahead of time that I had to go. Despite being one of my favorite bands, and back in the top ranks of favorites after their unbelievable comeback album ‘Through The Ashes Of Empires,’ I had never had the chance to see Machine Head live. Being a fan of Chimaira and hearing good things about Trivium as well, I had to go to this show. “Had to” meaning, yes I would go even on this Monday night of August 9, 2004, which many people apparently would not do, as the crowd was smaller than expected for such a great billing and a great venue. The 9:30 club in Washington, DC is my favorite place in the area to see a good metal show, despite the location in DC and usually long drive or metro ride from where I live. More...
Gorgoroth Shopping For New Record Deal
Gorgoroth have received many offers for a new record deal since parting ways with Nuclear Blast in April. They are currently discussing with the label which seems to be the best alternative. An update on this issue will be announced as if/when anything is signed.
As previously reported, Gorgoroth will have drummer auditions at the second half of August for a possible coming tour. The tour will hopefully take place in October with 1349. In November there is also planned a mini tour in Mexico.
Gaahl will appear on a live tribute gig in honour of legendary Quorthon of Bathory. The gig will be held at this years Hole in the Sky Festival, Saturday 28.8.2004.
Jungle Rot Tour w/ Deicide & Cattle Decapitation
Wisconsin-based death metallers Jungle Rot have been added to the upcoming U.S. tour featuring headliners Deicide alongside openers Cattle Decapitation and Goatwhore. Confirmed dates are as follows:
Sep. 17 - The Masguerade - Atlanta, GA
Sep. 18 - Jesters Pub - Fayetteville, NC
Sep. 19 - Thunderdome - Balt, MD
Sep. 20 - B.B.Kings Blues Club - New York City, NY
Sep. 21 - The Trocadero - Philadelphia, PA
Sep. 22 - Webster Theater - Hartford, CT
Sep. 23 - Mr. Smalls - Pittsburg, PA
Sep. 24 - Bogarts - Cincinnati, OH
Sep. 25 - The Arena - East Dubuque, IL
Sep. 26 - Ascot Room - Minn, MN
Sep. 27 - House Of Blues - Chicago, IL
Sep. 29 - Bluebird Theater - Denver, CO
Oct. 01 - Graceland - Seattle, WA
Oct. 02 - Roseland Theater - Portland, OR
Oct. 03 - The Pound - San Francisco, CA
Oct. 04 - 4th and B - San Diego, CA
Oct. 05 - House Of Blues - Los Angeles, Ca
Oct. 06 - Galaxy Theater - Santa Ana, CA
Oct. 07 - House Of Blues - Las Vegas, NV
Oct. 08 - Sunshine Theater - Albuquerque, NM
Oct. 09 - Bricktown Live - Oklahoma City, OK
Oct. 10 - Sanctuary - San Antonio, TX
Oct. 11 - El Palacio Ballroom - Corpus Christi, TX
Oct. 12 - Mary Jane's - Houston, TX
Jungle Rot's latest CD, "Fueled by Hate," was released this summer through Olympic/Century Media Records. The follow-up to 2001's "Dead and Buried" reportedly sees the band "staying with the formula of memorable songs and catchy groves while still having the heaviness to live up to [and] exceed the current requirements for extreme music."
These Arms Are Snakes Line Up Dates w/ Engine Down
These Arms Are Snakes have lined up additional tour dates, this time with Engine Down in September. Here are the tour dates so far:
9/7 Portland OR @ The Meow Meow w/ TSOL, Brazil
9/11 Ft Collins CO @ Starlight w/ Brazil
9/12 Denver CO @ Rock Island
9/13 Lawrence KS @ Jackpot Saloon
9/19 Cleveland OH @ Grog Shop
9/21 Cambridge MA @ The Middle East w/ Channels
9/22 New York NY @ Knitting Factory w/ Channels
9/23 Washington DC @ Black Cat w/ The Husbands
9/24 Philadelphia PA @ First Unitarian Church w/ Karate, Channels
9/25 Richmond VA @ Nanci Raygun
Preview The Used's New Single, 'Take It Away'
A 1-minute clip from The Used's new single 'Take It Away', from their album 'In Love And Death', has been posted online. The album drops September 28th. Check it out here.
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