Metal News for August 15, 2009
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41 news articles posted on this day.
Hauk Issues New Album Update
Heathen metallers Hauk have issued the following update about recording a new album:
"Hail all!
"Still working like a madman to get 'The Path of Ice' finished. Spend the entire day working on the song 'Green.' My mixing philosophy is pretty much start with the drums, and then add instruments one at a time to make sure everything is crystal clear.
"Of course, first things first, I need to make the drums crystal clear. And that ain't easy, especially when Chris is wailing like the madman he is! Making sure the bass drum is crisp and dead on, then adding in snare, then checking fills on the toms, and making sure the overheads aren't bleeding in too much... I get a good sound on the snare, then find out it's also in the mics that were on the toms and hi-hat, so I trim that down and aim for clarity- it ain't easy. But it sure is fun! :D Lots of work, but fun.
"All in all, I'm really happy with where this one is going. We've got a real nice choral sound on the vocals (Uber Props to Kristy Hanson!) and some really sweet solos from Boyd. Plus the usual doomy and death lyrics and my Odinic howl up front. I used an SM7B for the vocals, and it's really sounding good and strong.
"All in all, it's a nice little group of songs. I've got rough mixes of everything except Karma, and that should be done in another week or so. Then polishing, then mastering, then victory. I'll try and have a couple songs up on Myspace soon for y'all to listen too."
The track listing for the album will be as follows: More...
Illhorda Illtempered Streaming New Song Online
Polish black metallers Illhorda Illtempered are currently streaming a remixed version of their song "Azazel Sins" online. The song can be heard at the band's MySpace page.
The Ordher Streaming New Song Online
Brazilian death metallers The Ordher have issued the following update about streaming a new song online:
"'Progeny', first track of 'Kill The Betrayers', new album of The Ordher, is available at Myspace, check it out now!! Release date set for 29th of September."
Sothis Announces No Upcoming Tour Dates
California black metallers Sothis have issued the following update clarifying that they have no shows planned in the immediate future:
"We want to let all our fans know that we have absolutly NO SHOWS BOOKED at the moment. If you do not see the shows announced on this MySpace page then the show has not been confirmed on our side or we have never even been contacted about the show period.
"Again, if you don't see the show announced on our page do not believe it. You are always welcome to write us directly with questions, all messages are read and sincere messages will be responded too."
Alice In Chains Changes Milwaukee Show Venue
Alice in Chains has issued the following brief update about changing the venue for their upcoming show in Milwaukee:
"The Milwaukee show at the Rave on 9/20 has now been moved to the Eagles Ballroom. Tickets are now available."
Down Bassist To Return For Remaining Tour Dates
Down has announced that their bassist Rex Brown, who had previously stated he would be sitting out several tour dates due to "personal issues," will be returning to perform live on August 24th. Down's upcoming tour dates are as follows:
8/16 House of Blues - San Diego San Diego, CA
8/18 House of Blues - Anaheim Anaheim, CA
8/19 House of Blues - Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV
8/21 In The Venue Salt Lake City, Utah
8/22 Gothic Theatre Denver, CO
8/24 Dirty Dog Bar, Austin TX
9/1 CW Center Stage Atlanta, GA
9/2 House of Blues - Lake Buena Vista FL
9/4 House of Blues - Myrtle Beach Myrtle Beach, SC
9/5 The Fillmore Charlotte Charlotte, NC
9/6 The Valarium Knoxville, TN
9/8 Sonar Baltimore Baltimore, MD
9/9 Northern Lights Clifton Park, NY
9/11 Nokia Theatre Times Square New York, NY
9/12 The Electric Factory Philadelphia, PA
9/13 House of Blues - Boston Boston, MA
9/15 The Webster Theater Hartford, CT
9/16 Main Street Armory Rochester, NY
9/18 Koolhaus Toronto, ONT
9/19 Emerald Theatre Detroit, MI
9/21 The Vogue Theatre Indianapolis, IN
9/22 House of Blues Cleveland, OH
9/24 Sokol Auditorium Omaha, NE
9/25 Pop's Nightclub Sauget, IL
9/26 The Pearl Room Mokena, IL
9/28 Expo Five Louisville KY
Griftegard Streaming New Song Online
Griftegård has issued the following update about streaming a new song titled "The Mire" on their MySpace page:
"A taste of our upcoming album is audible as of today in the shape of THE MIRE. The album will be out September 11 through Ván Records and later an LP version will be released through Nachtgnosis."
Lantlos Switches Labels, Reveals New Album Details
German experimental metalers Lantlos are now working with part of Aeternitas Tenebrarum Music Foundation instead of De Tenebrarum Principio for their upcoming album. The new album will be entitled ".neon" and will feature Neige of Alcest/Amesoeurs on vocals.
Here's the ".neon" tracklisting:
1. minusmensch
2. these nights were ours
3. pulse/surreal
4. neige de mars
5. coma
6. neon
You can check out a new song sample on the Lantlos MySpace page.
No release date has been set for ".neon" yet.
Sevendust Drummer To Fill In For Motley Crue
Motley Crue has announced that drummer Tommy Lee has injured one of his hands recently and as such, is currently unable to perform his role as the drummer of the band. A message from the band reads as follows:
"Mötley has always been an interesting animal. The magic is somewhat unstoppable because it is what it is, it’s Mötley. An incongruous mixture to quote my digital dictionary. Even when accidents happen, we pull it together, even if only by pulling a horseshoe outta our Mötley ass.
"So to get to the point, yes Tommy (Lee, drummer) messed up his hand pretty bad, and yes accidents do happen and yes frustration does happen to everybody including Tommy who would rather play drums (even with a damaged hand) than just about anything in the whole world. But following doctor’s orders for a few shows is what we have to do right now ( or cancel shows ). We all wanna say we're sorry Tommy has to sit out a couple shows, But we hope to have him back up on the drums ASAP. Until then, he is at all the shows, jumping around, helping out with vocals and playing piano ever so lightly on 'Home Sweet Home'.
"Now to the hero of the day… Mr. Morgan Rose, the monstrous drummer from SEVENDUST. Morgan flew out with only minutes to go before there were no flights left from Atlanta. He came charging in like a knight in shining armor, drum pedals and sticks in hand, stepping onstage and pretty much nailing the show top to bottom first time out. I think Morgan needs a standing ovation for his dedication to kicking ass and helping not only Mötley Crüe out, but the road crew and everybody else out here whose lives would been effected. Thank you bro.
"As for now, Mötley Crüe is a five-piece band… making history, one injury at a time... hahhaha..."
Headline News
Original Blitzkrieg Guitairst Passes Away
Ian Jones, the original guitarist for New Wave Of British Heavy Metal legends Blitzkrieg, passed away earlier this week after suffering from a long-time illness. A message from the band reads as follows:
"We have just learned of some very sad news on returning from the Bloodstock Open Air festival that original Blitzkrieg guitarist Ian Jones passed away on August 10th after a long illness. Blitzkrieg would like to pass on their condolences to Ian's family at this moment in time. Ian's funeral will be in Leicester on August 19th."
Anger As Art Issues New Album Update
Anger As Art has issued the following update about the mixing process for their upcoming album:
"A quick blog here... Just realized that today is the 5 year anniversary for the release of AAA debut when it was independent - reissued via OSM Records in Feb. 2006. Still holds up as a strong album - not dated at all!
"Mixes are coming back - sounding very strong. I still think we will be ready to have a listening party by Labor day weekend - where is still the issue.
"We (actually, Rob) is completing the booklet layout - Eddie Mize's artwork, and Rob's layout. It looks amazing.
"All that is left is photos (as soon as Dan get's back in town) and web page updates - including this myspace page. We will finally be showing photos of Rob and Dan. And I have to get Adam Phillips to do the updates to www.angerasart.com and - shoot video for song? More details soon...
"Lotta little stuff - but gotta have ducks in a row to go out and make 2010 a fantastic year."
Captain Cleanoff Issues Road Report
Australia's Captain Cleanoff has issued the following tour road report:
"So the tour is over the half way mark....and a couple of people might be wondering what the fuck is going on.
"Here is a quick update while i have a bit of internet time to burn...... there will be a more detailed report coming soon (cough, Rohan, cough) played a cool show with Brutal Truth last night in Germany, was good to catch up with those guys again, after hanging out with (half of) them at Obscene Extreme. More...
Kraanium Streaming New Song Online
Norwegian death metallers Kraanium are currently streaming a rough mix of the new track "Reverse Abortion" on their MySpace page. The song is from the band's upcoming album "The Art of Female Sodomy."
Disavowed Cancels Mountains Of Death Appearance
The Mountains of Death Festival will take place on August 21st and 22nd in Muotathal, Schwyz, Switzerland. The organizers of the event issued the following update about Disavowed canceling their appearance:
"Disavowed has to cancel all planned shows until further notice as they are - to their own surprise - once more without drummer! But we stay tuned and it will certainly work out next time.
"But the billing is complete so far and is shaping as follows: Asphixation (DE), Beneath the Massacre (CA), Captain Cleanoff (AU), Choked by own Vomits (CZ), Defeated Sanity (DE), Depression (DE), Devourment (US), Distorted Impalement (AT), Female Nose Breaker (CH), Firebreather (CH), Haemophagia (ES), Hate Eternal (US), Human Mincer (ES), Kastrated (UK), Kraanium (NO), Misery Index (US), Omophagia (CH), Psycroptic (AU), Resurrected (DE), Sakatat (TR), Sarcolytic (US), Scorch (CH), Septical Gorge (IT) and Tears of Decay (DE)."
Rottenness Announces Upcoming Tour Dates
Mexican death metallers Rottenness, who recently signed to Sevared Records, have announced the following upcoming tour dates:
8/28 Merida, Yucatán
8/29 Cancun, Quintana Roo
9/4 Rottenness mas bandas invitadas Campeche, Campeche
9/11 The Meh Suff Fest Huttikon, Lucerne
9/12 The Meh Suff Fest Hüttikon, Lucerne
9/18 NTEY DEATHFEST Prague
9/19 ESCAPE METAL Vienna
9/20 BOOKED (info soon) Freilassing
9/21 T.B.A. T.B.A
9/22 MIKEY’S BBQ ARMAGEDON PARTY day off
9/23 CONTRAST Konstanz
9/24 AJZ Wermelskirchen
9/25 K19 Kassel
9/26 FRONTLINE Gent
9/27 THE GAFF London
9/28 SATAN’S HOLLOW Manchester
9/29 Chinnery’s, Marine parade Southend on the Sea
9/30 T.B.A. T.B.A
10/1 BOOKED (info soon) Hamburg
10/2 UTKANTEN Malmô
10/3 GOTHENBURG DEATH FEST Goteburg
10/8 THE FIST FUCK FAMILY II Tour 09 Saltillo, Coahuila
10/9 THE FIST FUCK FAMILY II Tour 09 Monterrey, Nuevo León
10/10 THE FIST FUCK FAMILY II Tour 09 Cd. Valles, San Luis Potosí
10/11 THE FIST FUCK FAMILY II Tour 09 Zacatecas, Zacatecas
10/15 THE FIST FUCK FAMILY II Tour 09 Tampico, Tamaulipas
10/16 THE FIST FUCK FAMILY II Tour 09 Villahermosa, Tabasco
10/17 THE FIST FUCK FAMILY II Tour 09 Cd. de Mexico, Distrito Federal
10/18 THE FIST FUCK FAMILY II Tour 09 Pachuca, México
Kryoburn Parts Ways With Bassist
New Mexico metallers Kryoburn have issued the following brief statement about parting ways with their bassist:
"Bass Player Leaves Kryoburn.... As of August 11th, 2009 Hunter Correll has quit Kryoburn to move back to his home in Kentucky...."
Video Interview With Dead By April Posted Online
Metal Gods T.V. conducted a video interview with Sweden's Dead By April at the Sonisphere Festival. The video clip can be viewed below. More...
Devar Reveals New Album Details
Code666 Records have issued the following statement about releasing a new album from Norwegian black metallers Devar:
"The Norwegian Devar are making their debut on code666.
"Their Album 'Alternate Endings' is scheduled to hit worldwide stores on September 29th, 2009. Showing courage and talent, they have decided to take the nearly-dying music market by surprise with a musical hybrid that is not easily categorized, where the rock of the '50s goes arm in arm with the Norwegian black metal, bearing unexpected and impressive results: ten little black pearls of retro dark rock stained by splashes of northern black metal. Recorded and Mixed at conclave Media Studio by Bjornar E.Nilsen (Taake, Helheim...) cover artwork by Mauro Berchi (Canaan)."
The track listing for “Alternate Endings” will be as follows:
1. Siren
2. h.m.h
3. Cold slither
4. Shadow feline
5. Scourger
6. Black 6
7. The dirge
8. ...of my dead skull
9. Watch them fly
10. In sanity
The songs "Cold Slither" and "Black 6" can also be heard at the band's MySpace page.
Video Interview With Trivium Posted Online
Bassist Paolo Gregoletto of Trivium conducted an interview with Get In Magazine at the Tampa, FL stop of the Rockstar Mayhem tour. The video clip can be viewed below. More...
Master Reveals New Album Artwork
Death metallers Master have announced their upcoming tenth full-length album as “The Human Machine." The band has also tapped Israeli artist Eliran Kantor (Aghora, To-Mera, GWAR, Sickening Horror, etc) to work on the visual aspects of “The Human Machine." Eliran Kantor was also recently responsible for Testament’s “Formation Of Damnation” album cover. The album artwork for “The Human Machine” can be viewed here.
Master are scheduled to start working on "The Human Machine" after completing a series of upcoming Mexican and South American tours and the band will be expected to enter the studio in December 2009.
Kiss Drummer To Perform On New Avantasia Album
Tobias Sammet of Avantasia has issued the following update about guest appearances on the upcoming album:
"Besides KISS-drummer Eric Singer and Sieges Even's Alex Holzwarth (who also played for Avantasia's first two albums 'The Metal Opera 1 & 2') the third musician can now be announced: Norwegian vocal animal Jorn Lande has been in the studio to sing his parts for the forthcoming Avantasia epic. Lande had already been on last year's Avantasia-chartbreaker 'The Scarecrow'. Pictures from the recording session can be seen in the backstage area, all you have to do is register."
Opius Seeking Bass Player
Wisconsin's Opius has issued the following update about seeking a new bass player:
"Play bass? Know anyone who does?
"Opius is in the process of evolution, and getting ready to unleash on the scene. We now need to find a dedicated, talented bassist to join us, and we're well on our way... Contact us to see if you're the right one, and come make some noise!
"Horns High"
Carnal Decay Announces Upcoming Tour Dates
Swiss metallers Carnal Decay have announced the following upcoming European tour dates:
8/29 2. Deserted Valley Metalday Geschinen, Wallis
9/18 EXIT CHMELNICE Prag
9/19 Escape Metal Corner Wien, Wien
9/20 TBA Freilassing
9/21 NEED HELP ON THIS ONE !!!! NEED HELP
9/23 Contrast Konstanz
9/24 AJZ Bahndamm Wermelskirchen, Nordrhein-Westfalen
9/25 K19 Kassel
9/27 The Gaff London, London and South East
9/28 Satans Hollow Manchester
9/29 Chinnery’s Southend on sea
10/1 Markthalle GERMANY
10/2 Utkanten Malmö
10/3 Gothenburg Deathfest Gothenburg
Arch Enemy Posts Bloodstock Open Air Footage
Arch Enemy has posted a fan filmed video online of their performance at the Blood Stock Open Air Festival on August 15th. The video clip can be viewed below. More...
Broken Melody Streaming Two New Songs Online
Broken Melody has issued the following update about streaming the new songs "The Lover of Innocence" and "Returned Denied" online:
"Hi to all, finally here you are the New Myspace Page. Do you like it? comment it here and tell us what you think.
"You can listen to the New single (Complete version) and a new song from the new upcoming album MIRRORING IDENTITIES.
"Rock on People"
For Ruin Seeking New Drummer
Ireland's For Ruin has issued the following update about seeking a new drummer:
"For Ruin requires a drummer for full-time position. The drummer must be available for international gigs later this year and early next year in support of a forthcoming album release (November '09). The band is not concerned where the drummer lives if they are willing to travel. Rehersal space is based in Cork city and a kit can be provided for rehearsals. Interested parties can hear the style and skill level required at our MySpace page.
"Anyone interested may contact the band at forruin(at)gmail.com
"For those interested Steve has taken work in the middle east and the band requires someone with the time and ability to dedicate to a band with a growing fan base and reputation."
Incantation To Headline Manizales Grita Rock
Death metallers Incantation will be headlining the Manizales Grita Rock Festival in Manizales, Columbia on August 16.
Guitarist/vocalist John McEntee issued the following statement about the show:
“A few days ago I got a call from my long time friend Andres Castro (Hateworks Records). He told me that one of the headliners for the Manizales Grita Rock '09 canceled. So Andres offered Incantation the slot. So now we are headlining the Manizales Grita Rock '09! Like always it’s a great honor to return to Colombia. Andres was the promoter that brought us to Colombia back in 1996 as the first major international death metal band to ever play the country. We look forward to a killer fest and a great time seeing our long time friends and supporters. We want to thank everyone at Hateworks, the Manizales Grita Rock fest and everyone that helped make this happen.”
Dreamland Posts New Song, "Exit 49," Online
Swedish power metal band Dreamland has posted a new track, "Exit 49," from the upcoming album, "Exit 49." The album will be released through Dockyard 1 Records on September 25th. View the cover for "Exit 49" here.
Serenity Issues Studio Update
Austrian progressive power metal band Serenity has issued the following studio update:
"At the moment we're doing the preproduction for our upcoming album and the stuff really sounds great!! We even have some working titles like 'Duke of Medina,' 'Drake' and 'Rose of Venice!' In the next days we'll tell you some more details!"
Assailant Parts Ways With Keyboardist
Swedish metal band Assailant has issued the following update regarding the departure of keyboardist Peder Sandstroem:
"Our keyboard player Peder Sandstroem has decided to leave the band due to the lack of interest. And of course we feel that it's a damn shame and a bit sad but we are happy for his sake. It is never easy to leave something you've invested so much time in, but then again, one should never force oneself to stay just because."
Mutiny Within Comments on Soulfy Tour
Mutiny Within has issued the following comments on their upcoming tour with Soulfly, Cattle Decapitation, and Prong and their upcoming album:
"Dates for the Soulfly/Cattle Decapitation/?Prong/?Mutiny Within fall US tour have been posted on our myspace. Get your tickets right away! This is our 1st ever tour and we're really looking forward to hitting the road with such great bands." More...
Testament Posts Brutal Assault Festival Pictures
Testament has posted a series of photos online from their recent performance at the Brutal Assault Festival in the Czech Republic. The photo gallery can be found here.
In Vain Announces Free Show in Kristiansand
Norwegian metal band, In Vain, has issued the following update:
"Together with Evan Seleven, Thelma & Clyde, Salvador and Anne Marie Almedal, In vain will play a short show at Kick in Kristiansand Saturday the 22nd of August. This is the final in a competition for winning a scholarship launched by Rock-City Kristiansand amounting to as much as 400 000 NOK. The whole concert is free!"
Judgement Day Records For Slash's Solo Album
Two of the members of violin and cello metal trio Judgement Day recently had the honors of recording with Slash for his solo record. Here's an excerpt of the band recounting the story:
"A couple of weeks ago Lewis and I went down to LA for a recording gig with Eric Valentine, a producer who we work with often. Sessions for Eric are always great, so we didn’t even ask who the artist would be this time. When I got to the studio Lewis was already set up in the live room and Eric was hard at work getting tones. He started playing the song that we were working on. It was a pretty pop ballad and the singer kind of sounded like of Maroon 5. Was this a Maroon 5 session? As the song smoothly progressed, my eyes began to scan of the room for clues. I noticed a handful of unusual black guitar picks strewn across the desk and couch. I leaned over to pick one up. Just then, the song hit the bridge and the tone totally changed. A ripping, monster guitar entered, shredding like a demon out of hell. The logo inscribed on the guitar pick was of crossed bones and a skull wearing a top hat. This could mean only one thing…"
Read the full article at Judgement Day's blog.
Rigor Mortis Guitarist To Undergo Back Surgery
Texas metallers Rigor Mortis have issued the following update about their guitarist undergoing another surgery:
"Rigor Mortis guitarist Mike Scaccia is recovering nicely from the major neck surgery he had a few months back. But now it appears Mike is going to require another major surgery on his back. Mike has 5 shattered disks and his vertebrate is split in 3 places in his lower back. We will update you more on this and his progress."
Hostile Cell Set To Record New Album
Swedish metallers Hostile Cell have issued the following update about preparing to record a new album:
"Hey all!
"Hope you're doing great. The wheels are spinning in the Hostile Cell camp and we are going to start tracking bass and guitars for the next album in approximately one week.
"I can't wait to hammer down the guitars and start with the vocals. This will be a whole new chapter for Hostile Cell, and I tell you- noone who likes downtuned heavy rock/metal music with melodies will be disappointed!
"This album will kick major ass, and hopefully we'll be visiting somewhere near you to play it live next spring/summer"
Video Interview Availble Online With Serpentcult
HardTimes.ca has posted a new video interview online with Belgian band Serpentcult. The video, which was recorded at the band's recent stop in Montreal, can be viewed below. More...
Gallows To Play Soundwave Festival 2010
Gallows has issued the following update about playing the Soundwave Festival 2010 in Australia:
"Gallows confirmed for Soundwave Festival in Australia 2010. We were totally gutted that we had to cancel our Australian tour dates this year but we're really happy to be able to announce that we will be playing at Soundwave Festival 2010.
"In February next year we'll be heading over to play this amazing festival:
Saturday Feb 20 – Brisbane
Sunday Feb 21- Sydney
Friday Feb 26 – Melbourne
Saturday Feb 27 – Adelaide
Monday March 1- Perth
"For more information head over here."
Walls Of Jericho To Play Benefit Show
Walls of Jericho has issued the following update about playing a benefit show on August 20th for Cold As Life Guitarist Emery Keathley:
"On July 22 of this year guitarist Emery ‘War’ Keathley from legendary Detriot band Cold As Life, passed away of a heart attack, he was 29 years old, he left behind a wife and 2 sons.
"To honor and in memory of their friend, WALLS OF JERICHO will play a benefit show at Detroit’s Majestic Theater on August 29. Also playing is Cold As life, H8 Inc, Dogs of War, XtryrantX, HoBo Gang Bang, Final Assault and The Family. This will be an all ages show, $10 cover charge and doors open at 5:00pm. All proceeds will go to the Keathley family.
"Fallen brother, beloved friend, son, husband and father. Emery was very involved and had huge influence in the Detroit hardcore music scene as we know it today. He touched the hearts of everyone who met him. He is a true fallen hero. He will be missed by all."
Weekend Nachos Offering Free MP3 Download
A brand new Weekend Nachos track, "Nights," taken from their latest album "Unforgivable" is available online as free MP3 download here. "Unforgivable" will see its CD and digital release via Relapse Records on September 1st.
"Unforgivable" was recorded in March by the band's own Andy Nelson. Weekend Nachos have also posted additional tracks from the album online via the band's MySpace page.
The album's complete track listing is as follows:
1. 2009
2. Elevated Tracks
3. Unholy Victory
4. Pain Over Acceptance
5. A Few Blocks South
6. Balance of Power
7. Nights
8. Rejected Psychopath
9. Shot In The Head
10. First To Burn
11. Reason to Die
12. Unforgivable
Tonight's Headbangers Ball Play List Revealed
The play list for tonight's MTV2 Headbangers Ball, which airs at 2AM EDT, will be as follows:
Hatebreed – “Thirsty and Miserable”
Lamb of God – “Set To Fail”
Mastodon – “Oblivion”
Clutch – “50000 Unstoppable Watts”
Rob Zombie – “American Witch”
DevilDriver – “Pray For Villains”
Job For A Cowboy – “Unfurling A Darkened Gospel”
Gallows – “Vulture Act II”
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