Metal News for August 18, 2009
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43 news articles posted on this day.
Dead Shape Figure Posts New Song Online
Finnish thrash metal band Dead Shape Figure posts a new song on their MySpace page entitled "Felix Culpa."
The band discusses the song, "The song is called 'Felix Culpa' and it's the first song we composed with our drummer Mohkis when he came back last year. It's kind of a "traditional" thrashy DSF-song but with a little bit of a melodic twist. The chorus-section features some multi-harmony singing ala Alice In Chains by our singer Galzi and it came by a surprise for us that he is capable of delivering those kind of vocals... We are probably going to use that kind of singing more often in our songs so that some big label will sign us and give us a shitloads of cash so we can buy some good crack and old american cars."
Eyes Of Noctum Announces U.S. Tour Dates
Eyes of Noctum has issued the following statement about upcoming tour dates:
"Greetings! We have just received confirmation of dates, times and places for the Urgehal/Spearhead Tour in September of 09'! Should be an awesome tour; we're all looking forward to opening for two great fucking bands in metal history! So look for dates in your area, and bring everyone you know to see this great lineup! Also, check back soon for info on Merchandising, itunes and a whole lot more! Thanks!"
The currently confirmed tour dates are as follows:
9/14 Club Europa Brooklyn, New York
9/15 31st Pubs Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
9/16 Blondies Detroit, Michigan
9/17 White Star Bar Chicago, Illinois
9/18 Wasko’s Lake Nebagamon, Wisconsin
9/19 Big V’s St. Paul, Minnesota
9/21 F.O.E Fort Washakie, Wisconsin
9/23 USBMS Denver, Colorado
9/24 Club Vegas Salt Lake City, Utah
9/25 Yayo’s Las Vegas, Nevada
9/26 Gathering of the Bestial Legion Los Angeles, California
9/27 Voodoo Lounge San Jose, California
9/28 The Metro Oakland, California
9/29 The Fire Escape Sacramento, California
Forgotten Tales Posts Bass Recording Videos
Forgotten Tales has posted two new bass recording videos online, which can be viewed below. The band also issued the following update about the recording process:
"The recording of the bass tracks advance at the speed of light. Pat gave us an evening of 4 songs without even flinching. There is only one song left to do but not the least. He will finish his job with the fastest of the album, (188 BPM)
"The next step will be cleaning and editing the drum and the bass tracks before I begin the recording of the guitars. And that's where I come into play and I can’t wait.
"Just to make your mouth water, here are some video clips of Pat during a recording session." More...
System Divide Writing New Material
Ohio extreme metallers System Divide have issued the following update about writing new material and shooting a music video:
"Hey Everyone
"Just a little update to let you know we spent the past 2-3 weeks locked up together to write some more material for the upcoming full length album! We are about halfway I would say and things are shaping up damn nicely! Expect something Epic, Extreme and Catchy as hell! Recordings should start by november this year at the CONQUISTADOR STUDIOS and Mixing should be handled by JACOB HANSEN (who also did the EP, Aborted, Volbeat, Hatesphere, Raunchy,...)
"We also had the pleasure and honour to shoot a video with director KEVIN CUSTER (hatebreed, dying fetus, dope, suffocation, etc) in Brooklyn for THE APEX DOCTRINE! We should have a sample up in the next weeks for you all and the full video shortly after that. Check out the making of the video/behind the scenes pics shot by master photographer TOM COUTURE!"
New Devoid Tracks Premiered On The Flaming Skull
Indian Thrash/Death Metallers Devoid, premieres new track titled "Battle Cry" from the upcoming album which is to be released later this year, on The Flaming Skull Podcast. Joining this occassion are also bands such as India's Infernal Wrath who have also released "Behold Ezekiel", a new single off the debut record, Bangalore based Extinct Reflections and Theorized and also Bangaladesh's Gene-split premiering on The Podcast.
Going on the 3rd Episode, The Flaming Skull Podcast is India's first and only enhanced podcast which features some of the best Metal music India has to offer.
Roydon of The Flaming Skull Podcast commented: "Metal in India is an infantile entity and like any entity born in the last few decades it is malnourished. There is lack of support, lack of recognition, meagre means and lack of viable platforms to promote the metal in India. We are The Flaming Skull Podcast and we want to do something about this.
The Flaming Skull Podcast is a download-able radio show. It was an idea which was in making from around a year ago but was materialised roughly about a month back. We are two episodes old but are happy to see the overwhelming support that this initiative has achieved.
Our aims are simple. We want to do something about the underground metal scene which is screaming for attention. We saw the concept of a podcast to answer the quest for a media that our artists looked for. We also saw it as a platform to introduce new music to the existing audience.
We aren’t going to create a BANG and spread the word in one go, but we hope to gradually. We want to spread the music to people who can’t reach it. More importantly we want to spread the word of the talent behind the music, the work besides the music all of which compiles to form that which we see as ‘The Metal scene’. This is an industry, and all the facets under it SHOULD get the recognition they deserve. For those who know of the metal scene [Indian and international] – we want to get you more acquainted with what you call as ‘your scene’. For those who don’t- we want to let you know about a sub-culture that a lot of us now thrive upon and the music that makes it. We want to spread Indian underground metal to the world and international underground metal to India. We want to spread the music, not considering borders.
Now this is a macro perspective. For now we are here to spread good music and the work behind the good music. We are just people who want to do something for what they really passionate about.
We are The Flaming Skull Podcast and this is what we are here for"
Previous episodes which features bands such as India's Atmosfear, Kryptos, Bhayanak Maut, Exhumation and IIIrd Sovereign, could be downloaded and listened to, here
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Stream Hate Ammo's Entire Debut Album Online
Swedish metal band Hate Ammo has posted their entire debut album for streaming on their MySpace page. The stream will be available until Sunday August 23rd.
The tracklisting for their debut album is as follows:
1. Far Beyond Hatred
2. I.U.W E
3. Rise Up
4. Narc
5. Seeds
6. Monday morning
7. Psycotic Episode
8. P.O.V
9. Destroy, Enemy, Police
10. When the Tide Begins to Rise
Blind Stare Posts New Demo Songs Online
Finnish melodic death metal band Blind Stare has posted new demo tracks, entitled "The List," "Daughter of the Sun," and "Mind's Armor," are on their website. The band issues the following comments on each of the songs:
"The List - promo 2009. M: Lehtinen / W: Tuominen. This is a more progressive metal piece."
"Daughter of the Sun - promo 2009. M & W: Öström. DotS is intended to be "more radio friendly song" More...
Nemesea Reveals Live Album Details
Dutch gothic metal band Nemesea has revealed the cover art for their upcoming live album, "Pure Live @ P3," which will be released on September 1st. The artwork was created by Marco Hartmann. The tracklisting for the live album is as follows:
01. Intro
02. In Control
03. No More
04. Lost Inside
05. Home
06. 2012
07. Never
08. Frozen Crystals – improvisation
09. Bass solo
10. The Way I Feel
11. Believe - guitar solo
12. Lucifer
13. Drum solo
14. Broken
15. Angel in the dark
16. Like the Air
17. No Good (start the dance)
The Binary Code Posts Studio Video Footage Online
New Jersey progressive death metal band The Binary Code has posted new video footage of their drummer, Umar Fahim, playing a new song in the studio. The footage can be seen here or below. More...
Malefice Posts "Making of" Video Online
UK melodic thrash/death metal band Malefice has posted a making of video of the song "An Architect Of Your Demise." The video can be seen below. More...
Guilt Machine Posts New Song Online
Dutch progressive metal project, Guilt Machine, has posted a new song, entitled "Green and Cream," on their MySpace page. The song comes off their upcoming album, "On This Perfect Day," which will be released on August 31st in Europe and on September 29th in the USA through Mascot Records. More...
The 69 Eyes Announces US Tour Dates
The 69 Eyes will be touring the U.S. in the month of October with The Becoming & Dommin. The dates are as follows:
10/05 - Bottom of the Hill; San Francisco, CA
10/06 - Key Club; W. Hollywood, CA
10/09 - The Prophet Bar/The Door; Dallas, TX
10/10 - Zombie's; San Antonio, TX
10/11 - Meridian; Houston, TX
10/14 - The Masquerade; Atlanta, GA
10/15 - The Social; Orlando, FL
10/16 - Ground Zero; Spartanburg, SC
10/18 - Recher Theatre; Towson, MD
10/20 - The Gramercy; New York, NY
Just For Fun
RickRoll w/ "Never Gonna Give Your Teen Spirit Up"
Thanks to DJ Morgoth, you can now Rickroll your friends with only half the suckitude, by linking to his latest mashup video for "Never Gonna Give Your Teen Spirit Up," which you can see below.
You can also download an MP3 of the song here.
If that intrigues you, you may be interested in downloading DJ Morgoth's "MetalMashMix 2009" - a single MP3 containing mashups of the following tracks:
1. Wu-Tang Clan vs. System Of A Down vs. Nine Inch Nails vs. Queens Of The Stone Age - Shame on a Bootlegga [ToToM]
2. Lady Gaga vs. Bullet For My Valentine - Scream Aim Dance (Bullet For Lady Gaga) [DJ Schmolli]
3. Gorillaz vs. Rage Against The Machine - Dare to Testify [ToToM]
4. Rage Against The Machine vs. Shaggy - Killing Boombastic [DJ Zebra]
5. Metallica vs. Panjabi MC - Metallica Goes To Punjab [Wax Audio]
6. Pain vs. Black Sabbath - I'm Going Paranoid [DJ Morgoth]
7. The Prodigy vs. Judas Priest - You've Got Another Firestarter Comin' [DJ Morgoth]
8. Gorillaz vs. Motörhead - Ace Of Spades Feels Good [DJ Morgoth]
9. Ray Parker Jr. vs. AC/DC - ThunderBusters [Wax Audio]
10. Bryan Adams vs. Metallica - Enter You [Wax Audio]
Born From Pain Announces North American Tour Dates
Dutch band Born From Pain has issued the following statement about upcoming North American tour dates:
"Hey everybody! What's up? We are currently gearing up for our last summer festivals. The ones we have done up until now were amazing. Thanks to everybody that was there and supported us! In September we finally return to the US! We'll be doing a 2 week stretch with Reaper Records' FORFEIT all along the East Coast. The Toronto show will mark our first appearance in Canada ever. We hope to see everybody that has been writing us from overthere for all those years out at our shows."
Born From Pain's currently confirmed tour dates are as follows:
9/20 - Boston, Massachusetts - Club Lido Great American Hardcore Fest
9/21 - Albany, New York - Bogies w/ Forfeit
9/22 - Wallingford, Connecticut - Wallingford American Legion w/ Forfeit
9/23 - Amityville, New York - Broadway w/ Forfeit
9/24 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - TBA w/ Forfeit
9/25 - Baltimore, Maryland - The Sidebar w/Trapped Under Ice, Forfeit, Stout + Ninebar
9/26 - Richmond, Virginia - TBA w/ Forfeit
9/27 - Pfafftown, North Carolina - West Central Community Center w/ Forfeit
9/28 - Johnson City, Tennessee - The Hideaway w/ Forfeit
9/29 - Cincinnati, Ohio - Warsaw Arena w/ Forfeit
9/30 - Chicago, Illinois - The Beat Kitchen w/ Forfeit
10/1 - Romeo, Michigan - The Static Age w/ Forfeit
10/2 - Syracuse, New York - Westcott Community Centre w/ Forfeit
10/3 - Toronto, Ontario - The Poor Alex Theatre w/ Forfeit
Every Time I Die Streaming New Song Online
Every Time I Die has issued the following update about streaming a new song online:
"We've uploaded 'Wanderlust' from our upcoming album 'New Junk Aesthetic' to our profile. Click here to listen! New Junk Aesthetic in stores September 15th."
Nevermore Issues Recording Update
Nevermore has issued the following update about recording new material:
"All of Van's drum tracks have been completed in Seattle. Check out some studio photos courtesy of Van Williams.
"Warrel, Jeff and Jim have set up shop in North Carolina with Peter Wichers to work on vocals, guitars and bass. More updates coming!"
The Gates Of Slumber Posts Live Video Clips Online
The Gates of Slumber have posted online two video clips from previous live shows, which can be viewed below. The band also issued the following statement about the video clips:
"Some things have found its way onto the internet as of late that were created during the last tour that TGoS embarked on. Below you will find the Embeds of them. New Song: BLOOD AND THUNDER performed in Montreal!!!" More...
A Band Of Orcs Announces Live Show With Deicide
California death metallers A Band of Orcs have issued the following statement about an upcoming show alongside Deicide:
"Humanz, we will be plundering the Voo Doo lounge with the god killerz on this night. Come raid with us!!! Thursday, October 15, 2009, 7:00 PM to 1:30 AM. The VooDoo Lounge, 14 South Second Street San Jose, Ca, 95113."
Interview
An Interview With Korpiklaani Bassist Jarkko Aalto
Korpiklaani recently dropped their sixth full-length album "Karkelo," which includes the trademark beer drinking anthems that the metal world has come to expect from the Finnish folk metallers. Korpiklaani's bassist Jarkko Aaltonen spoke with me about the recording of the new album and the band's festival and tour schedule. More...
Cradle Of Filth Speaks On Bloodstock Incident
As was previously reported, British metal outfit Cradle Of Filth was forced to cut their set short at the Bloodstock Open Air festival after one of the members was hit by an object thrown by a member of the audience. The band has issued a statement about the incident which reads as follows:
"COF would just like to apologise to all COF fans at Bloodstock for not being able to perform the full length of set on Saturday. This was due to a selfish and stupid person in the crowd throwing dangerous objects at the band and injuring Paul, who then had to be hospitalised.
"This person threw what were being sold at the site as ‘gobstoppers’, but which were actually heavy, solid, pieces of candy, approximately the size of a cricket ball and weighing close to a pound, at the band. Approximately 6 of these were thrown, one narrowly missed hitting Ashley in the face and also a terminally ill young fan in a wheelchair sitting side of the stage, a couple just missed Dani and then one hit Paul in the spine, causing him to collapse. The paramedics called an ambulance and Paul was taken to hospital with suspected spinal damage; where he was subjected to numerous tests before the doctors said they didn’t think Paul had sustained any lasting damage.
"This act of stupidity caused the show to finish prior to the encore, caused Paul serious pain and everyone else a lot of anxiety. This person is lucky that no one was seriously injured or worse, which could easily have been the case and a serious police matter. More...
Katatonia Updates New Album Release Date
Katatonia has issued the following update about the release date for their new album "Night is the New Day:"
"Katatonia, the Swedish masters of melancholy, are set to return with their follow-up to 2006’s groundbreaking album, ‘The Great Cold Distance’.
"It can now be revealed that the latest opus is to be titled ‘Night Is the New Day’, with the band currently well along the road to completion of their eighth studio album.
‘Night Is the New Day’ will be released on November 2nd (US – November 10th) on Peaceville Records. Keep a look-out for the upcoming launch of www.nightisthenewday.com for exclusives & more."
Alice In Chains Announces San Antonio Tour Date
Alice in Chains has issued the following update about an upcoming live show in San Antonio:
"Alice in Chains will be headlining the 99.5 KISS 'BONE BASH' in San Antonio on Thursday, October 22, at the AT&T Center. Tickets for the show go on sale this Saturday, August 22nd at 10am at all Ticketmaster outlets, online at www.ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800-745-3000."
Saratan Streaming New Song Online
Saratan has issued the following update about streaming the new song "Destroy Yourself" on their MySpace page:
"Check out Saratan's new song 'Destroy Yourself'. Our friend Daniel Kesler (Redemptor, Sothoth) played here a guest solo. We are still working on layout and the other sfuff.
"Also we made a video for this song. We are still working on the final version. More info soon!!"
Crystal Viper Posts New Single Teaser Trailer
Polish female fronted metal band Crystal Viper has posted a video trailer online for their upcoming vinyl single "The Wolf and the Witch." The video clip can be viewed below. More...
Destroyer 666 Announces Extra Perth Tour Date
Australia's Destroyer 666 has issued the following brief update about adding an extra tour date in Perth in January:
"D666 will be playing an exclusive show with Destruction at The Capitol in Perth Jan 8th."
The band's currently confirmed tour dates are as follows:
9/5 NIHIL Extreme Festival Milan IT.
9/24 TBA Queretero
9/25 Circo Volador Mexico City
9/26 Gathering of the Bestial Legion IV Festival Los Angeles, California
9/27 White Swan Houston, Texas
9/28 Public Assembly New York City, New York
9/29 Club Hell Providence, Rhode Island
9/30 The Underground Charlotte, North Carolina
10/1 Double Door Chicago, Illinois
10/2 Parkside San Fransisco, California
10/3 NOCTIS III Metal Fest Calgary, Alberta Calgary, Alberta
12/11 Lido Belgium 8908 Vlamertinge (near Ieper)
12/12 Satans Convention Fest Gempt Halle Lengerich
12/19 Effenaar Eindhoven, Noord-Brabant
12/31 ScreamFest Sydney
1/8 2010 The Capitol Perth, Western Australia
Amoral Announces European Tour With Amorphis
Amoral has issued the following announcement about upcoming tour dates supporting Amorphis and Before the Dawn:
"We're thrilled to announce that we'll be touring Europe with Amorphis and Before the Dawn between October 7th and November 7th! 28 dates of Finnish metal excellence! You'll find the dates on our Myspace main page.
"We'll try to get a new date for the Helsinki gig in Virgin Oil (originally cheduled for October 16th) for November."
Amoral's complete listing of upcoming tour dates (including September dates without Amorphis and Before the Dawn) are as follows: More...
Converge Releases New Song
Converge announced that they released on their Myspace a new song from their upcoming album "Axe To Fall." The song is titled "Dark Horse." "Axe To Fall" is scheduled to be released Oct 20.
Illdisposed Streaming New Album Samples Online
Denmark's Illdisposed has issued the following brief update about streaming samples from their upcoming album:
"Go to this location and have a listen to the first 90 seconds of each song from the new album."
The samples come from the band's upcoming album "To Those Who Walk Behind Us," which will be released on August 29th through Massacre Records.
Spun In Darkness Posts New Music Video Online
Las Vegas metallers Spun In Darkness have posted a new music video online for the song "Autopsy Alive." The music video clip can be found at this location.
Dance Gavin Dance Releases New Video
Dance Gavin Dance has released a new video for their song "Tree Village" which is off their album "HAPPINESS." Watch the video after the jump. More...
Avantasia Issues Recording Update
Tobias Sammet of Avantasia has issued the following update about Scorpions vocalist Klaus Meine recording guest vocals on an upcoming album:
"We played a couple of shows with the Scorpions here and there and they are not only the biggest and greatest Rock band ever to emerge from Germany, they are also cool Rock-n-Roll people who are aware of what's going on in the world of heavy guitars. Lately we played ....Bulgaria.... together, Edguy and the Scorpions, and I watched their full show from onstage. They kicked serious ass! Rudolf (Schenker, Scorpions) did some cool guitar work on the previous record, and now Klaus is on the forthcoming one. He has done a superb job, he opens his mouth and you immediately hear it's that cutting voice that has sung 'Rock You Like A Hurricane' and 'Blackout'! The track we did together is an anthemic mid-tempo tune, big choir chorus. And I am still speechless thinking of Klaus' performance. He is a real pro and he would still blow away 99% of all us Rock singers with a quarter of his left lung. People, get ready for a monster song!"
The Bled Signs to Rise Records
The Bled recently announced they signed to Rise Records with the following announcement.
"Today we signed a new recording contract with Rise Records. We've been talking with these dudes for awhile now and their passion for music and love for our band is undeniable. Rise is a label that is growing rapidly and is second to none in promotion and we feel lucky to jump on board with people who genuinely care about the growth of the bands they sign. The last year has been difficult for us to say the least, with member losses and money issues plaguing the future of our band. With new members, a new record written and a new label backing us, it definitely feels amazing to get a fresh start.
"A few days ago we entered OG7 studios with world renowned Nando Rivas. Things have been going really well. Very close to finishing up the drum tracks and it sounds Spectacular. We will be posting footage of the recording progress on yourtubes very soon. Check that shit because Josh rips the kit on these new jams.
"Also we are going on tour for the month of September. Check the dates and come hang if we are coming through your city. See ya soon"
Column
Tales From The Pit: Unholy Rocks A Boxing Ring
We've been talking to bands to get their favorite mosh pit stories. This week's story comes from Unholy's Billy Price.
"We played this show in NYC and midway through one of our songs this fight breaks out in the pit and these two guys start slugging it out. Theyknocked over at least 5 people rolling around going at it, get back up and start trading blows, the crowd starts to form around them creating a boxing ring type of effect. No one bothers to step in or break it up and we keep playing while these guys try to take each others heads off. Finally one of the brawlers decided he had enough and disappeared into the crowd, the winner then proceeded to finish moshing to the rest of the song! It was probably the closest we will ever get to playing a live boxing match."
Next week we'll hear about Joe Vera's exploits at a 1986 Metallica show.
Poison The Well Announces Tour Dates
Poison The Well announced they plan to hit the road with Billy Talent for a US tour.
Tour dates are as follows:
USA w/ Billy Talent
9.15 Detroit, MI St. Andrew's
9.16 Chicago, IL Metro
9.18 St. Paul, MN Station 4
9.19 Omaha, NE Sokol Underground
9.20 Denver, CO Gothic Theatre
9.22 Portland, OR Hawthorne Theatre
9.23 Seattle, WA El Corazon
9.25 San Francisco, CA Slim's
9.26 Los Angeles, CA Henry Fonda Theater
9.27 Pomona, CA The Glass House
9.30 Dallas, TX The Loft
10.2 St Louis, MO Pops
10.3 Columbus, OH The Basement
10.5 Baltimore, MD Recher Theatre
10.7 Philadelphia, PA Theatre of Living Arts
10.8 New York, NY The Gramercy Theatre
10.9 Boston, MA Paradise Rock Club
Inhale/Exhale Release Studio Update
Watch a new studio update after the jump from Inhale/Exhale while they record their upcoming new album "Bury Me Alive." The video features clips from two new songs, "Did You Ever Have A Touch To Lose?" and "Fiction." The album is set to release in late October. More...
Just For Fun
Take the Heavy Metal Umlaut Quiz
The guys over at Mental Floss have created a Heavy Metal Umlaut Quiz. It's a fun waste of time.
"Can you pick out the correct placement of the world's heaviest diacritic in each band name? (Word of warning: Some band names may contain no umlauts whatsoever. Sissies.) "
Oh, Sleeper Relases Another Song
Oh, Sleeper's "Reveries Of Flight" is streaming now on their MySpace. This is off their upcoming album "Son of the Morning" which releases Aug 25.
Blood & Ink Records Announces "Garage Sale"
Blood & Ink Records has started its 'Garage Sale' with the following announcement.
"That’s right, we’re cleaning house… or our storage space at least. We’ve marked CDs down as low as $0.99 and shirts as low as $2.99! Don’t sleep on this because some of these items have very limited quantities left.
"Also, anyone who has a shirt in their order will also receive a free Blood & Ink shirt we’ll pick just for you!"
You can pick up some decent hardcore and metalcore albums for pretty cheap. You can visit their sale here.
Advent Posts New Song
Advent has announced they put up a new song on their Myspace. This is off their upcoming release "Naked and Cold" which is set to release Sept. 8.
Tracklisting is a follows:
1. Nothing
2. Overcome
3. Naked and Cold
4. Fatherless
5. Pack of Fools
6. Revival
7. Crown of Thorns
8. Golgotha
9. Pierced With Grief
10. With Anger
11. Out of Line
12. Blackness of Day
Eternal Tears of Sorrow Announces Finnish Shows
Finland's Eternal Tears of Sorrow has announced the following Finnish shows:
October 10th @ Dante's Highlight, Helsinki (w/ CURIMUS).
October 16th @ S-Osis, Turku (w/ Sólstafir and Frostbitten Kingdom).
Tony Iommi To Undergo Hand Surgery
Tony Iommi, best known as the guitarist of Black Sabbath and Heaven & Hell, has revealed in a recent interview that he will soon be undergoing some important surgery on his hand. Some excerpts from the interview read as follows:
Q: Do you know what you’re doing after this US run?
A: "After this US run, yes, we’re going to have some time off. I’ve got to have an operation on my hand, and that’s sort of a major thing I need to get done and I’ve been putting it off now. So we’re going to have some time off while I get that done. That’ll be a bit of a break, I think. Not for everybody, but it’ll be some time off from touring for me for sure."
Q: What happened to your hand?
A: "The cartilage is gone from the thumb in my fingering hand. It’s been like that now, to be honest, for a year and I’ve been taking anti-inflammatories and all sorts of stuff to try and calm it down, but it’s inevitable I’ve got to have the operation because the bone is rubbing on the bone. Funny enough, I talked to Eddie Van Halen this morning, because he’s had the same sort of problem, so I’m seeing him to have a chat about what happened to him. He thinks it’s very successful, so we’ll see."
SOiL Reveals New Album Artwork
Chicago based hard rock group SOiL has revealed the front cover artwork for their forthcoming new album, "Picture Perfect." You can check it out below. The album will be the first SOiL record not to feature former guitarist Shaun Glass and will be released on October 20th in North America, with an October 23rd release planned for Europe. More...
KISS Reveals "Sonic Boom" Artwork
Rock legends KISS has revealed the front cover artwork for their forthcoming new studio album, "Sonic Boom." You can check it out below. "Sonic Boom" will be the bands first album of original material since 1998's, "Psycho Circus" album, and is expected to hit the shelves on October 6th. The record contains eleven songs and comes with two bonus discs, one of re-recorded classic songs, and a live DVD which features footage of the band performing in Argentina. More...
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