Metal News for August 14, 2002
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12 news articles posted on this day.
Martyr A.D. Looking for Vocalist
Martyr A.D. has officially parted ways with vocalist Mike Fisketti. The relationship between the band and Fisketti had become strained as of late, making both practice and the writing process difficult for everyone involved. As such, the band felt it would be better to find a replacement before recording their Victory Records debut. This situation will delay the release of their album by several months, but Victory has been very supportive of their decision. In any case, the band is now looking for a new vocalist with a diverse vocal range. They will be holding tryouts soon and are currently accepting demos. If you're interested, email the band here.
7 Angels 7 Plagues Break Up Official
You've probably heard rumors, so we'll clear things up for you. Yes, 7 Angels 7 Plagues is no longer a band. Drummer Jared recently quit due to personal reasons, thus causing the break-up. Ryan (guitarist/writer), Kyle (bassist), Jesse (the new vocalist), Andy Hurley (drummer, formerly of Racetraitor and Kill The Slave Master), and an undetermined second guitarist will be continuing on under a new name, with new songs. Their style will be similar to 7a7p, though "a little more straight forward and a little more Meshuggah mosh." The new band, which remains unnamed, will be entering the studio in September or October to record a demo/EP, which will most likely be released by some Milwaukee friends who are starting a label. The new band should be ready to play shows around that time as well, so if anyone is interested in booking them, send an email here (that email account will not remain active much longer, so act quickly.) Here's a message from Kyle: "I'd just like to say thanks to everyone who has supported us in the past 3 years. We really appreciate it and hope you continue to support the new project."
The last string of shows for 7 Angels 7 Plagues will be without Jared and Matt Matera and are as follows: More...
Mick Harris To Start a Grind Project
Napalm Death drummer Mick Harris will start a new grind project in the musical veins of Slayer, Celtic Frost, Discharge, Siege, Intense Degree... At the moment, the album is slated to come out in mid-2003 on an as of yet undisclosed label.
Townsend to Produce Burton C. Bell?
Knac.com reports that Devin Townsend is interested in producing the upcoming solo album from Burton C. Bell. "I would really like to produce Burton's new record," Townsend stated in an recent online newsletter. "I bet you it's going to be cool. Would I play on it? Maybe." Regarding joining the former members of Megadeth for a project, “Why would I want to join Megadeth? Join the Dave Mustaine Band without Dave Mustaine? Please don't hold auditions for the Devin Townsend Band if anything should happen to me."
As for his own material, Townsend told BW&BK that “the non-SYL record's title has changed. It is now the first, self titled album from 'The Devin Townsend Band'. The SYL album is self titled as well, so I figure they should start from an equal place.”
All That Remains, Sworn Enemy to Tour US
All That Remains, featuring former Shadows Fall vocalist Philip Labonte, will be embarking on a US tour with Sworn Enemy and Bloodlet in late September. The group will be touring in support of their Prosthetic/Metal Blade Records debut, Behind Silence and Solitude. Exact dates and venues will be announced soon.
Lock Up to Play UK show, Record New Material
Lockup are tentatively scheduled to perform a one-off show in London in October. Plans also exist for the group to play a couple of shows in Ireland and a Scottish show prior to the London gig. More information will be available soon.
In other news, Lockup hope to hit the studio in the next month or so to record several new tracks to be included on the band's upcoming Japanese live CD. A couple of as-yet-undisclosed covers will likely be tracked during the sessions as well.
In a recent interview posted at Wicked World, Embury commented on the similarities between Lockup and Napalm Death and Lockup's plans for the next studio album, which is not expected to surface before late 2003 at the earliest
Children of Bodom Sign new deal with Spinefarm
After six months of negotiations, Finland's Children of Bodom have officially inked a new deal with Spinefarm/Universal Records. The group's new single, "You're Better Off Dead", is currently set for a September 16th release. Also included on the CD will be the group's cover of The Ramones classic "Somebody Put Something In My Drink".
As previously reported, Childrean of Bodom will shortly enter Astia studio to begin recording the follow-up to 2000's Follow The Reaper, due out early next year.
"We'll spend about five weeks [recording and mixing], and the new album should be out in January or February," said keyboardist Janne Warman. "We have about nine new songs ready to record [right now], and they're really heavy."
Anthrax to Tour Europe with Motörhead
Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian has confirmed via the band's official web site the group's plans to tour Europe with Motörhead during October.
"We're finally getting back to Europe after four years," Ian wrote in his regular online column, Alpha Mail. "And this won't be the only run either. We plan on coming back a few times. These dates are just the beginning of the whole new cycle for [the forthcoming CD] We've Come For You All.
"And we get to do it with Motörhead.
"Finally, after all these years… We've never toured together. The first time I met Lemmy was in 1986 at the St. Moritz club in London. I was there doing promo for Spreading The Disease. I saw him at the bar and we started talking and drinking and drinking and drinking and I made the huge mistake of trying to keep up with him. What did I know about beer in Europe? Nothing then. I ended up with alcohol poisoning and was puking on the plane all the way to Amsterdam the next day. Good times. Now when I bump into him at the Rainbow, I'll have a Maker's and know my place. We are going to be in the middle slot with an as-yet-unknown opener. This should give us a decent set length. I'm really excited about these dates. Big halls, thousands of metalheads every night. I'm fucking pumped, I wish it started today. It's going to be great."
Confirmed dates so far are as follows: More...
Nightwish Gig to be Webcast
Nightwish's sold-out performance at the Paradiso club in Amsterdam, Netherlands on Wednesday, August 28th will be webcast live and free of charge via www.fabchannel.com.
Stampin' Ground Find Drummer
British metalcore outfit Stampin' Ground have found a new drummer following the departure of longtime drummer Ade Stokes. The new guy is none other than ex-Benediction skinbasher Neil Hutton.
"It was almost too good to be true," said a recent Stampin' Ground statement. "Not only did he blow us into next week, but he also lives only 45 minutes drive up the road. What more could we ask for? Needless to say, we've been no strangers to playing alongside some amazing drumming in our time, and Neil does not disappoint. He is the supreme powerhouse S.G. have been waiting for."
In similar news, Stampin' Ground are currently holed up in Andy Sneap's Derbyshire, England demoing their new full-length album. So far, three tracks have been revealed: "Don't Need Reasons To Hate," "The Cage" and "Ashes To Scatter."
Artists Support Ben Falgoust
A group of artists are banding together to help Soilent Green/Goatwhore vocalist Ben Falgoust pay for his medical bills by auctioning off rare and exclusive personal items.
Falgoust was hurt in a terrible car accident while he and bandmates Soilent Green were on the road supporting their latest full-length album, A Deleted Symphony for the Beaten Down. All proceeds from the auction will go towards Falgoust's medical expenses.
So far, Gwar donated a stage prop (here) and Acid Bath a guitar neck (click here). Other artists to donate are: Cannibal Corpse, Lamb of God, The Crown, Manowar, Cattle Decapitation, Beyond The Embrace, All That Remains, Engine, Armored Saint, Impaled, Exhumed and many more.
More News on Volcano
Norwegian black metal stalwarts Satyricon have finished the track listing for their upcoming full-length, Volcano, for major label Capitol Records in Scandinavia and Nuclear Blast Records in other parts of the world.
"I perceive Volcano as a very dark, eerie and powerful album. Something I find to be really strange about Volcano is that all the songs are sounding very different, yet there is one distinct feeling that is present in all of them," said drummer Frost (1349) recently. "Musical direction? Black metal, created and performed with the unmistakable quality and authority of Satyricon." More...
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