Metal News for August 16, 2009
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31 news articles posted on this day.
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Sunday Old School: Integrity's "Systems Overload"
I love Integrity so much. They're one of my favorite old school hardcore bands. The great thing about Integrity is, is they're still around. Formed in 1988, they've stood by through the various fads that have made the scene ridiculous. Now they're currently on Deathwish Inc. and they're still putting out great hardcore albums. This song is off their 1995 Victory Records LP, "Systems Overload," and it's a solid mid-90s hardcore video.
Vreid Begins Work on New Material
Norwegian black metal band Vreid has issued the following tour update:
"Writing this we are flying over Denmark, heading north again, after our last raid in Germany. We just played the Summer Breeze, which is the last summer festival for Vreid of 2009."
"Playing in a packed tent at SB was fantastic. The crowd was one of the best we ever played for, and it is very satisfactory to see so many people singing along the lyrics of the songs." More...
Kekal Announces Lineup Changes
Indonesian extreme metal band Kekal has issued the following update concerning the band’s future:
"Jeff Arwadi and Leo Setiawan are leaving Kekal effective immediately. Throughout the past few months, Jeff has been securing all copyright and other rights of the entire Kekal's 'intellectual property' including the band's entire releases back-catalog as well as all official internet sites, and also plan to make some of the band's important albums for free download. However, after seeking some legal advices, he decided to keep Kekal to remain exist as a band (read: institution) albeit without active band-members." More...
City Of Fire Reveals Self-Titled Debut Details
Hard Rock experimentalists City of Fire pay homage to the vibrant city in which the band was formed, Vancouver, BC, with their self-titled debut release. City of Fire’s debut album was released on the band’s website, cityoffire.com, on Saturday August 15th, with a full-scale release to be announced shortly.
Although they are relatively young as a band, City of Fire has plenty of musical experience; Burton C. Bell (Fear Factory) on vocals, and Byron Stroud (Zimmer’s Hole, Fear Factory, Strapping Young Lad) on bass, with Ian White, vocals/guitar, Terry "Sho" Murray (Shocore), guitar, and Bob Wagner (Shocore, Econoline Crush), drums, rounding out the lineup. The band’s self-titled debut was recorded over a two-month period in the band’s hometown of Vancouver, at the Factory Studios and Profile Sound.
“I have always loved Vancouver,” explains vocalist, Burton C. Bell. “During this session, my eyes were intensely aware that Vancouver is vibrant with life, like a raging fire. This is where the name of the band came from. I was inspired like never before, and I believe it shows accordingly on this City of Fire debut.”
City of Fire finds its roots in everything from metal, to hard rock, to punk, but most of all, the mountain lined countryside, and everyday life, in one of the West Coast’s most beautiful cities, Vancouver.
The 11-song debut was produced by Terry “Sho” Murray and City of Fire, and features a special vocal appearance by Chris “Lord Heathen” Valago of Zimmer’s Hole.
The cover art to the debut album can be viewed here.
The track list for "City of Fire" is as follows: More...
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Soilent Green is Doled Out to New Orleans Citizens
It truly was a night to remember. The club was packed to the gills and filled with smoke from various substances. Everyone was chattering away while the bands mingled with old friends and made us wait with ardor to until they would make music for us. First on the bill was a crust punk band called Tire Fire, the singer of which is out of his fucking mind. In previous performances I’ve seen, Matt throws himself on the floor which would normally knocked the wind out of somebody, but he just keeps singing (or screaming). As the audience knocks him around, picks him up to throw him back down and kicks him, he just keeps going. He was not as crazy this night because there were barricades along the stage in anticipation of a rough night, but he still managed to kick the faces and chests of the people in the front row while he said, “Fuck barricades.” If you ever see these madmen live, check out their merch table where you can purchase a bottle of Asian whiskey that has a cobra and scorpion in it for just over $100. More...
DoomSword Parts Ways With Guitarist
DoomSword has issued the following update about parting ways with their guitarist:
"After almost 10 years, Maurizio 'The Forger' Bugin has left DoomSword.
"We are glad that our friendship and brotherhood is still intact and strong, although taking different paths.
"We in DoomSword thank The Forger from the bottom of our hearts for many years of friendship, fun, plundering and pillage, and we wish him the best of luck with his future."
Amorphis Posts Summer Festival Photos
Amorphis has issued the following update about posting new festival pictures online:
"The summer of 2009 is drawing to a close, and the photo album has been updated with festival pics from all over Finland. Thanks to all of you who came to see Amorphis live this summer, see you again on the forthcoming tours!
"The Song of the Week is back after the summer break, nowadays as Track 8 on the player. The next few weeks will be dedicated to songs from Skyforger, starting with the bonus track 'Godlike Machine'; from mid-October on the older albums will again be featured in turn."
Panopticon Finishes Recording New Material
Panopticon has issued the following update about finishing recording new material:
"The new PANOPTICON is done being tracked. It's by far the most emotional, gutwrenching recordings i have done. Deviating from the folk elements of collapse ,exploring shoegaze and atmospheric elements,reveling in melancholie and introspection. it will be split into 2 split cds one w/ 'when bitter spring sleeps' on pagan flames records and one with skagos and throndt out on lundr records. It will be released as an lp on a label that has yet to be chosen. The concept of the album is dealing with spirituality and confronting mortality, facing death with a combination of realism and pagan spirituality. Some of the tracks feature readings from the Poetic Edda by goði Patrick Flannery and the final track to the album features brutal vocals performed by Jack 'pestilence' Hannert of Michigan emo violence artists FALL. More updates soon after it has been mixed and mastered. The recordings were recorded by me and will be mastered by lundr records genius SKALLEHAMMEREN and artwork done by yours truly. thanks to everyone who continues to support me on my musical exploration. You are all so very appreciated.
"2 tracks from the sessions have been posted on the mp3 player for you to enjoy. thank you for your time."
Interview
An Interview with Mike Albert
Former Megadeth lead guitarist Mike Albert, who replaced Chris Poland during the 1985 "Killing Is My Business... And Business Is Good" US tour, has released a new album called “Afterlife” with his new group, the Mike Albert Project. This LP is being played on over fifty radio stations nation wide. Metal Underground had a chance to interview Mike about the new release and his experiences with Megadeth. More...
Point Blank Issues Studio Update
Unsigned Long Island heavy metal band Point Blank has issued the following studio update:
"So just got home from first day of recording new songs. After a rough start things started to smooth out and we found our groove, so to speak. Bass and drums are done. Songs being recorded are days without names, broken soul, failure to comply and scars. Back Sunday at 11am to start guitars and hopefully some vocals later in the day."
Abysmal Dawn Announces More Tour Dates
Los Angeles, CA's ABYSMAL DAWN has announced a number of regional tour dates for this fall in support of their new album "Programmed To Consume." These shows will see ABYSMAL DAWN supporting 3 INCHES OF BLOOD in Hollywood, and VEHEMENCE in Tempe and Hollywood.
Audio samples taken from "Programmed To Consume" can be heard online now via the band's MySpace. The first video from "Programmed To Consume," for the title track, is also online now at this location. More...
Inhale/Exhale Posts Studio Update Video Online
Ohio's Inhale/Exhale has posted a new studio update video on YouTube, which can be seen below. The band is currently recording their upcoming album entitled "Bury Me Alive." The video features clips from two new songs, "Did You Ever Have A Touch To Lose?" and "Fiction." The album is scheduled for a release in October. More...
Arch Enemy's "The Root Of All Evil" Tracklisting
Arch Enemy has revealed the complete tracklisting for their upcoming release, "The Root Of All Evil," which clocks in at 52:28:
1. The Root Of All Evil (Intro) (1:06)
2. Beast Of Man (3:45)
3. The Immortal (3:47)
4. Diva Satanica (3:48)
5. Demonic Science (5:24)
6. Bury Me An Angel (4:25)
7. Dead Inside (4:24)
8. Dark Insanity (3:25)
9. Pilgrim (4:50)
10. Demoniality (Instrumental) (1:40)
11. Transmigration Macabre (3:33)
12. Silverwing (4:22)
13. Bridge Of Destiny (7:53)
As previously reported, "The Root Of All Evil" will be released on September 28th and contains re-recorded tracks from the bands first three (pre-Angela Gossow) albums “Black Earth," “Stigmata,"and “Burning Bridges." You can currently hear the song "Beast of Man" on the band's MySpace page.
Video Interview with Goatwhore Posted Online
DJ TRoLL caught up with Ben Falgoust and Sammy Duet of New Orleans' Goatwhore at the Red 7 in Austin, Texas, where they discussed their favorite alcoholic beverages and how long they usually go without washing their clothes on tour. The band recently released their second Metal Blade records album, "Carving Out The Eyes Of God."
You can watch the video interview below. More...
"Rock Band: Metal Track Pack" Details Revealed
A standalone metal-themed track pack for the "Rock Band" videogame series will be released on October 13th. The outing, dubbed "Rock Band: Metal Track Pack," will see a release at retail stores on the Xbox 360, Playstation 3, Playstation 2 and Wii and will feature the following track listing:
1. All That Remains - "Two Weeks"
2. At the Gates - "Blinded By Fear"
3. Black Tide - "Shockwave"
4. Blue Oyster Cult - "Transmaniacon MC"
5. Bullet For My Valentine - "Waking the Demon"
6. Children of Bodom - "Are You Dead Yet?"
7. Evile - "Thrasher"
8. Godsmack - "I Stand Alone"
9. The Haunted - "D.O.A."
10. Hawkwind - "Master Of The Universe"
11. I Mother Earth - "Levitate"
12. In This Moment - "Forever"
13. Judas Priest - "Screaming for Vengeance"
14. Lacuna Coil - "Closer"
15. Lamb Of God - "Laid to Rest"
16. Motorhead - "Killed by Death"
17. Nazareth - "Hair Of the Dog"
18. Queens of the Stone Age - "3's & 7's"
19. Rage Against The Machine - "Bulls On Parade"
20. Yngwie Malmsteen - "Red Devil"
Nightmare Confirmed For Ilha Do Ermal Festival
French metallers Nightmare have issued the following update about making an appearance at the Ilha Do Ermal Festival in Portugal:
"The 2009 Ilha Do Ermal Festival is scheduled for August 28th - 30th in Vieira do Minho, Portugal. NIGHTMARE will be on stage the Sunday 30th, on the mainstage at the end of afternoon"
Other bands confirmed for the festival include: More...
The Catalyst Streaming New Music Online
Canada's The Catalyst has issued the following update about streaming four new songs at their MySpace page:
"Well,
"We promised you it and it's taken quite the amount of time, but FINALLY we have uploaded 4 tracks from our debut album ORIGINS for your listening pleasure. As well as a couple of VIDEOS and a brand new LAYOUT. We are ready and willing to tour anywhere and everywhere. In the next couple of months we will look for representation in order to unleash The Catalyst upon the masses of people around the world!
"Also, we will be playing The Glory Through Steel Fest 4 Saturday, August 15th @ THE Kathedral, we have anticipated this for months Toronto and are ready to give you all we've got. We will also be doing a Montreal and Ottawa date with Metalblade Records newest edition in Ravage!
"Finally, JUST ANNOUNCED! WEDNESDAY AUGUST 19TH @ THE ORFORD ARTS CENTER IN ORFORD QUEBEC:
"THE CATALYST, THE AGONIST AND THE ALMIGHTY CRYPTOPSY! IT WILL ALSO BE AGONIST'S DVD SHOOT THAT EVENING!..THIS IS GOING TO BE ONE HELL OF A HUGE SHOW!..TICKETS ARE 15$ IN ADV AND 20$ AT THE DOOR! IT'S NOT TOO FAR FROM MONTREAL EITHER, SO ALL OUR LOCALS DRIVE ON DOWN AND WATCH ONE HELL OF A METAL SHOW!
"This is just the beginning Catalyst fans, there is so much more to come..so we hope you hold on for the ride with us."
Cradle Of Filth Cuts Short Bloodstock Performance
Cradle of Filth has issued the following update about cutting short their Bloodstock Open Air performance:
"Cradle Of Filth were forced to cut their set short after guitarist Paul Allender was hit by an object thrown by a member of the audience, resulting in Paul being unable to finish the performance and requiring medical attention.
"Bloodstock are disappointed that one selfish ticket holder soured an amazing day and a stunning performance by the closing headliners, and hope that the rest of the fans in attendance will enjoy the rest of weekend with the camaraderie and unity that has made Bloodstock Open Air the great festival it is."
Vacant Coffin Working On New Material
Finnish metallers Vacant Coffin have issued the following update about working on new material:
"We are currently writing new material for a split 7' EP (details later) as well as for the 2nd Vacant Coffin album. The new material is more punishing than ever! Shorter, rawer, extravagantly aggressive and maniac songs capturing all that is essential in death/grind and nothing else! Keep your eyes and ears open for more updates later from the grosspit of the sewergrinders of death!"
Powersword Streaming Entire New Album Online
Norway's Powersword has issued the following update about streaming their entire new album on their MySpace page:
"To all fans out there: enjoy!!
"Powersword celebrates 25 years as a band, and streams the new album, 'Eurosteel of Fire and Might and Pride and Glory', on our myspace page! This is the night! Evil runs away! Once again the Powersword goes forth!!"
Pro-Shot Footage Of Anthrax At Sonisphere Posted
Professionally filmed video footage of Anthrax performing at Britain's Sonisphere festival with former vocalist John Bush has been posted online. You can check it out below. The band performed on the main stage with the following setlist: "What Doesn't Die," "Fueled," "Caught In A Mosh," "Room for One More," "Antisocial," "Safe Home," "I Am The Law," "Only," "Indians," "Bring The Noise" More...
Rose Tattoo Announces Australian Tour Dates
Australian rockers Rose Tattoo has announced a lengthy tour of Australia beginning this September. More details including support acts and possibly more shows will be revealed shortly.
The tour dates are as follows:
September 11 - Great Western Hotel - Rockhampton, Australia
September 12 - Shananagan - Cairns, Australia
September 16 - Prince of Wales - Melbourne, Australia
September 17 - Hallam Hotel - Melbourne, Australia
September 18 - Westend Hotel - Melbourne, Australia
September 19 - Village Green - Hotel Melbourne, Australia
September 25 - Springwood Hotel - Brisbane, Australia
September 26 - Kallangur Tavern - Brisbane, Australia
October 1 - Panthers - Newcastle, Australia
October 2 - Mounties Mount - Pritchard, Australia
October 3 - Waves - Wollongong, Australia
October 4 - Rooty Hill RSL - Rooty Hill, Australia
Decrepitaph Set To Record New Album
Texas death metallers Decrepitaph have issued the following update about preparing to record a new album:
"We've been getting some e-mails lately asking about the next album. I guess most people don't realize 'Condemned Cathedral' has only been out for 9 months! But, here is the scoop on the next one...
"We will be recording the next album in the middle/end of September 2009. This album will contain 9 songs and run around 45 minutes in length. You can expect much of the same style that appeared on the debut album, with a few minor twists and turns here and there. There are a few more doomy parts, a few more blasting parts, a couple thrashy parts, and a HEAVIER sound. We are recording the album the same DIY way as before and once again, Patrick Bruss of Crypticus will be doing the mixing/mastering for us.
"We honestly believe the second album will be far superior to the debut. I know every band says that, but we basically took every song we had (and a couple old ones) and recorded them all for 'Condemned Cathedral'.. With this next album, we wrote 18 songs over the past year and are picking the best 9 to be recorded. Also, we have a couple other songs written for some upcoming releases next year as well and hopefully we can get those recorded in the late fall/early winter of 2009.
"The album title and tracklisting will be unveiled at a later date. The cover art will once again be done by Metal Mark who did 'Condemned Cathedral' as well as our 'Summoned For Sacrifice' split EP and the inside art on the 'Resurrected and Rotting' EP. More...
Derelict Posts New Music Video Online
Canadian metallers Derelict have posted a music video online for the song "Machete" from their most recent album "Unspoken Words." The video clip can be viewed below. Derelict also issued the following statement about the video:
"As of this weekend our official music video for the song Machete is online. Thanks to the fine folks at Frontline Pictures for this production and their constant support and friendship. " More...
Pantheon I Announces European Tour With Absu
Norwegian extreme metallers Pantheon I have been confirmed to support Absu on the ucpoming European tour due to take place this autumn. The band’s cellist, classically trained musician Live Julianne, explained about Pantheon I’s inclusion on the tour: “We didn’t think originally that we would be able to do the tour because of other prior commitments. We had really put it completely out of our minds when the slot suddenly became available again just as we were re-scheduling a few things ourselves, so it all worked out perfectly. Playing live is something we all enjoy, and we have been looking forward to touring with the new album since we finished recording it. We’re scheduled to do a 6-date tour in Norway in September before the European tour kicks off, so right now we’re busy rehearsing and preparing. Panntheon I never do things by halves, and we’re ready to hit the road with a vengeance."
Pantheon I's tour schedule is as follows: More...
Headline News
Nothingface Disbands Once Again
Last week, on Thursday and Friday, August 13-14, a series of posts were made by Nothingface members on their MySpace blog before being removed. Tom Maxwell apparently fired the first shot (thanks Blabbermouth for Tom's message, as it was nowhere to be found anymore):
"In the past couple weeks, I've decided that I cannot move forward or continue to work with NOTHINGFACE anymore. This has nothing to do with my NF bandmates Bill Gaal or Chris Houck, but directly with band vocalist Matt Holt. It's in my belief/opinion that Matt no longer has the passion, drive or artistic capabilities to continue in a musical direction. His lack of work ethic and desire to be part of the writing process or to track vocals for the music that has been written has pushed me to make the decision to not be part of NF any longer. It's a shame and I sincerely apologize to all the fans that have stood by us waiting for new music from the original lineup. I don't want to point fingers or lay blame but in fairness to myself, Bill and Chris we tried very hard with the best intentions to bring you all killer new music. Unfortunately, and with regret, I do not think that it's going to happen.
"I just want to say thank you and express my gratitude to all the NOTHINGFACE fans that have supported us over the years. Hailz to you all!!!!"
Bill Gaal responded with this:
"Well, we gave it our best shot, but Nothingface is done. I think Tom said it all in his posting, so there's not much more I'm going to say right now. We're all at different points in our lives, and have all approached music with different levels of ambition and desire over the years. Sometimes those desires match up, but and at this point it just isn't working. This has always been a band with very strong personalities, and we've been able to work through our differences in the past, but those days are over.
"I came back into this band last year with the intention of writing a great record with the original lineup, and I'm sorry that it will not be happening. I apologize to all of the fans out there who stuck by us through this process and who were excited to hear a new record. I was excited to!
"Although I do not think there will ever be a reunion between the 4 of us ever again, there may be projects that some of us collaborate on in the future.
"Thanks again to all of the Nothingface fans all around the world, your support has been unwavering over the years and I've always appreciated that."
Chris Houck made a forum post on Friday in response to the discussions sparked by those short-lived MySpace blogs, which seems to reinforce that the band is done. More...
Insense Issues New Album Update
Insense has issued the following update about finishing writing new material for their upcoming album:
"18 songs for the new album are ready. Way to many so we have to drop at least 5-6 of them before the recording sessions. Hopefully we are still friends after the song ditching the next few weeks."
Insense is currently set to enter DugOut Studios in October to record the album with producer Daniel Bergstrand.
Svolk Announces Upcoming Tour Dates
Svölk has announced that they will be releasing their debut full-length self titled album on August 31st. The band has also announced the following upcoming tour dates:
8/29 Fiasco - releasekonsert Oslo
9/2 Garage - HAIL! (US) with Svölk Bergen
9/3 Rush - HAIL! (US) with Svölk Stavanger
9/4 Luftslottet - HAIL! (US) with Svölk Grimstad
9/5 Glassheim - HAIL! (US) with Svölk Jevnaker
9/6 Feelgood - HAIL! (US) with Svölk Halden
9/7 The Rock - HAIL! (US) with Svölk Copenhagen
9/8 Voxhall - HAIL! (US) with Svölk Århus
9/11 Wasteland - HAIL! (US) with Svölk Gävle
9/12 Klubben/Fryshuset - HAIL! (US) with Svölk Stockholm
9/19 Skaustock Rendalen
Ghost Streaming New EP Samples Online
Norwegian metallers Ghost are currently streaming samples online from their latest EP "Days Undercover." The samples can be heard on the band's MySpace page.
Live Video Clip Of Drowning Pool Posted Online
Hard Rock Hideout has posted a video clip online of Drowning Pool performing the song "Bodies" at the Cruefest 2 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The video clip can be viewed below. More...
Crimson Glory To Headline ProgPower USA
Crimson Glory has issued the following update about headlining the upcoming ProgPower USA Festival:
"We are proud to announce that Crimson Glory have been asked by ProgPower USA founder/promoter Glenn Harveston to headline the ProgPower USA tenth anniversary festival on Friday, September 11th, 2009 in Atlanta, GA.
"It is both a privilege and an honor to perform at this this well-established and highly respected American metal fest, and we see this as a beautifully serendipitous opportunity to pay a final and meaningful tribute to Midnight in a truly special manner by including the fans, as well as a stretching of our collective wings in anticipation of a new era of Crimson Glory.
"Initially we had only intended to come to ProgPower as a band to commemorate Midnight by presenting a memorial dedicated to his life and his work with Crimson Glory.We had of course hoped for the chance to play the festival at some point in the future, but from the ashes of circumstances beyond Glenn's control, this opportunity arose for Crimson Glory to perform sooner rather than later.
"This was totally unexpected, but after much deliberation between all members of the band, we feel that it is absolutely the 'right' thing to do. We see this as the perfect scenario for us to reconnect with the many fans who have followed Crimson Glory over the years, as well as to present our music to those fans who have never seen the band play live. Indeed, we plan to use this performance as a bridge between the past and future of Crimson Glory. As one door closes, another opens; as one chapter ends, another is begun; this promises to be a very intimate, magical and memorable event for us as well as for the fest. More...
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