Metal News for August 2, 2009
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26 news articles posted on this day.
Fuel TV Posts Cave In Show Footage Teaser
Fuel TV was on hand to shoot Cave In's recent sold out show where they interviewed the band and filmed the performance. A teaser of the full video can be seen below. More...
Ex-Darkest Hour Guitarist Forms New Band
Ex-Darkest Hour guitarist Kris Norris has begun a new band named The Godless Symphony. Two preview tracks titled "Radiance" and "18 Degrees Below (the horizon)" have been posted online and can be heard at the band's MySpace page.
Blinded By Faith Posts Live Footage Online
Canadian metallers Blinded By Faith have posted a video clip online of their May 24th performance in Montreal, Quebec. The video clip can be viewed below. More...
The Black Dahlia Murder Reveals "Deflorate" Cover
THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER has revealed the cover art for their upcoming new album, "Deflorate," to be released on Metal Blade Records in Europe on September 11/14 and September 15 in the USA.
"A Selection Unnatural," the first single, is streaming on RevolverMag.com.
Once again, here is the "Deflorate" track listing: More...
Dreadnaught Posts New Music Video Online
Austrailia's Dreadnaught has posted a music video for the song, "Buried," on their MySpace page. Check it out here.
Dreadnaught tour dates are as follows:
Aug 7 – Chilli Lounge, Wyong, NSW....
Aug 8 – The Bald-Faced Stag, Sydney, NSW w/ MORTAL SIN
Aug 14 – The Castle [AA], Dandenong VIC
Aug 15 – The Tote Hotel, Melbourne, VIC
Aug 22 – The Barwon Club, Geelong, VIC
Sept 4 – The Oak, Launceston, TAS
Sept 5 – The Brisbane Hotel, Hobart TAS
Sept 21 – Clapper Osaka, Japan
Sept 26 – Crescendo Tokyo, Japan
Sept 27 – Tightrope Nagoya, Japan
Oct 9 – Monstrothic Brisbane QLD More...
Eyehategod Announces East Coast Tour Dates
EYEHATEGOD have lined up the following upcoming East Coast tour dates with GOATWHORE and STRONG INTENTION:
October 23 – Baltimore, MD @ Ottobar w/ Pig Destroyer, Swarm of the Lotus, Triac
October 24 – New York, NY @ The Temptress (boat cruise) w/ Pig Destroyer
October 25 – Cambridge, MA @ Middle East w/ Anal Cunt, Howl, Rampant Decay
Plutonium Orange Posts New Song Online
Finland's Plutonium Orange has posted a new song, entitled "Wet Trails," on their MySpace page.
The tracklisting for their upcoming album is as follows:
1. One of Us
2. Killer by the Road
3. Bend
4. Glow
5. Waiting for the Gun
6. Wet Trails
7. Bring Out Your Dead
8. 13 Minutes of Agony
9. Unstable / Unreal
Wodensthrone Posts New Song Online
In preparation of the impending release of "Loss" by Wodensthrone, the band has uploaded the track, "Heófungtíd" to their MySpace page.
Commander Announces Fill in Guitarist
German metal band, Commander, has issued the following update:
"Due to family obligations of Guitarist Steffen Augstein, we're proud to announce Guitarist Bernd Pöppl as his substitute for the '20 Jahre Moshclub Kolmberg' Show on Aug. 21, 2009 in Cham/Kolmberg."
Guitarist/Singer Nick Kolar comments, "I know Bernd for nearly 20 Years and what can i say. "A Great Talent" who never express his passion for Metal Music on the "Live-Front". Also funny is the Fact that Bernd is the Neighbour of our Drummer Willy."
Autumn Announces Rescheduled German Dates
Female fronted Dutch Rockers AUTUMN have announced German tour dates for September, making up the previously cancelled tour earlier in the summer. The band comments:
“We can confirm the new dates for our German tour to promote the Altitude album! The shows will take place from the 4th to the 13th of September. Supporting acts will be announced soon.
"Tickets for the German shows are available via Karten service Germany (phone: 01805-4470), online via Ticketservice or at the local venues.
We are really looking forward to this and hope to see many of you on the road!”
Here are the tour dates:
04/09/09 – NL – Hoogeveen – Occultfest
06/09/09 – DE – Berlin – Knaack
07/09/09 – DE – Hamburg – Ballroom
08/09/09 – DE – Bochum – Matrix
09/09/09 – DE – Frankfurt – Nachtleben w/ Atargatis
10/09/09 – DE – München – Backstage Club w/ Atargatis
11/09/09 – NL – Den Haag – Metal Mayhem Festival
13/09/09 – DE – Köln - Underground
Man Must Die's New Album Streaming In Full
Scotland’s MAN MUST DIE is streaming their forthcoming album, "No Tolerance For Imperfection," online now exclusively via Terrorizer.com. The follow-up to their Relapse debut "The Human Condition," "No Tolerance For Imperfection" is set for an August 4th North American release date (August 10th internationally) and is available for pre-order here.
MAN MUST DIE recently added a second guitar player to ranks; Rene Hauffe from German grinders JAPANISCHE KAMPFHÖRSPIELE. The two bands have recently completed a European tour together, along with MACABRE, where Hauffe began learning the new material.
In related band news, MAN MUST DIE’s Alan McFarland has also recently joined the Jackson Guitars family of endorsed artists.
Megadeth Fan Comments On "Head Crusher" Video
Megadeth filmed a video for the song "Head Crusher" on Tuesday, July 28 in the Sylmar area of Los Angeles, California. The track is the first single from Megadeth's new album, "Endgame", which is scheduled for release on September 15 via Roadrunner Records. Megadeth fan, Aniruddh Bansal - who was one of 100 extras that were chosen to appear in the clip - has submitted the following report from the video shoot:
"We were told that we could wear only dark-colored clothes and no logos other than Megadeth were allowed on the shirts.
"One guy was filming us with his camera and when he came to me he started interviewing me. He asked me my name, favorite Megadeth song and why I like Megadeth.
"The first 20 people to go in were on some VIP list so I didn't get to go. From what I heard, they did a small scene with Dave [Mustaine] where Dave was the host for a game show called 'Head Crusher'. More...
Funeral In Heaven Announces New EP Details
Sri Lankan "hela" black metal band Funeral In Heaven has revealed the track listing of their upcoming EP, "Daiwaye Haaskam Saha Paralowa Sapatha," which roughly translates to "The Miracles of Destiny and Luxeries of the Life After Life." The EP s set to be released via Legion Of Death Records, France. So far, art work and recordings are still in the process of being completed. This EP will be released as a 7" gatefold vinyl format.
Here is the tracklisting for "Daiwaye Haaskam Saha Paralowa Sapatha":
1. The Origins Of Evil: i) Udhbhawaya, ii) Abhawaya
2. The Malediction of Veracity: Punarbhawaya
In other news, the band recently had their logo redesigned by Christophe Szpajdel, the mastermind of the logo's of legedary bands such as EMPEROR, BORKNAGAR, KAMPFAR, WOLVES IN THE THRONE ROOM, ALTAR OF PLAGUES , ENTHRONED. You can view the new logo here.
Szpajdel commented: "This is the very frst time I work with a band from Sri Lanka and I developped for the first time the SANSKRIT aspect of the culture. This logo will undergo minor alteration by the band itself and shall ornate the cover of their extremely long awaited album. Expect a milestone in the scene like it has been the case of THE FIRSTBORN from Portugal...FUNERAL IN HEAVEN is set to be a UNIQUE GEM in the whole scene, giving me the opportunity to make full use of sanskrit type fnts, created by myself but strongly inspired by sacred verses and parchments found in Sri Lanka....This logo is something i consider as a MAJOR ACHIEVEMENT in my career....and check this band, set to be one of the most original alongside with THE FIRST BORN....a gem is coming soon...don't miss it!"
Big Vin Records Signs Chinaman
Vinnie Paul's Big Vin Records has announced the signing of comedian Chinaman, well known for his impressions of rockers among other things. You can watch a few video clips below. More...
Live Video Clips Of Anthrax Available Online
Fan filmed video footage has been posted online of Anthrax performing with vocalist John Bush at the Sonisphere Festival on August 1st. The video clips can be viewed below. More...
Final Line-Up Announced For Pressure Fest
The 2009 edition of the Pressure Fest is set to take place on August 8th & 9th in Turbinenhalle, Oberhausen, Germany. The final line-up and play times are as follows:
Saturday, August 8th
Agnostic Front 22.00 - 23.00
H2O 21.00 - 21.45
Evergreen Terrace 20.00 - 20.45
Casey Jones 19.15 - 19.45
Fucked Up 18.30 - 19.00
CDC 17.45 - 18.15
Trash Talk 17.00 - 17.30
Ambush 16.15 - 16.45
xKingdomx 15.30 - 16.00
xRhinocerusx 14.50 - 15.15
Onesta 14.10 - 14.35
Half Past Death 13.30 - 13.55
Sunday, August 9th
Madball 21:00 - 22.00
Walls Of Jericho 20:00 - 20:45
DYS 19.00 - 19:45
Ceremony 18.15 - 18:45
Death Before Dishonor 17.30 - 18.00
The Red Chord 16.45 - 17.15
In Blood We Trust 16.00 - 16.30
Fatal Recoil 15.15 - 15.45
xRepresentx 14.35 - 15.00
Skare Tactic 13.55 - 14.20
Screaming Silence 13.20 - 13.40
Hang The Bastard 12:50 - 13:05
Dendura Vocalist Aziza Taking Break From Band
Vocalist Aziza of Egyptian themed metallers Dendura has issued the following announcement about taking a break from the band:
"Dear friends and fans,
"Some of you have already emailed me about my recent interview in Associated Content about Dendura and I feel I need to explain more to you, my fans and friends. Dendura has been at a stand still with our album on Killzone Records produced by Neil Kernon. Due to the economy, Killzone, like many other record labels, simply doesn't have the funds to complete our album; therefore, we are not able finish the album within a reasonable time. We all have the determination to complete this album, but realistically it may be up to a few years. In the mean time, we are working more on a self produced album.
"Since realizing the Neil Kernon album will take longer than any of us anticipated, I have decided that I need to focus on other singing opportunities and projects. With that said, I am taking a break from Dendura for a while. I am not quitting the band, but I have to keep on a path that is healthy and positive for me. For the benefit of all involved, I need to take a step away and rejuvenate and evolve into other musical projects. More...
Teenager Seriously Injured At Sonisphere
The Welwyn & Hatfield Times has reported that a teenage boy has been hospitalized after an accident at the Sonisphere festival in Knebworth, U.K. An excerpt from the article follows.
A boy is fighting for his life in hospital after a freak accident at the Sonisphere Festival in Knebworth.
The 15-year-old lad was thrown from a fairground ride in the grounds of Knebworth House, where the festival is taking place.
Paramedics raced to the scene, shortly before 2.30pm yesterday (Saturday). Ambulance service spokesman Gary Sanderson, who was at the concert, said: "The young man sustained potentially life-threatening injuries and our paramedics at the venue worked rapidly to treat and stabilise him. Following this, he was rushed to an awaiting trauma team at the Lister Hospital in Stevenage."
Read the full article at The Welwyn & Hatfield Times.
Just For Fun
Kiss To Release Limited Edition M&M's
Kissonline.com is reporting that Kiss will have their own limited edition M&M brand released this October. The first promotional image of Kiss in M&M form can be viewed here. Kiss is currently set to release a new studio album on October 6th. Some of the projected song titles include "Russian Roulette," "Modern Day Delilah," and "Stand."
Subsound Records Offers Free Compilation Download
Subsound Records is offering a free compilation album titled "Subversive Industrial Assault" as a download in conjunction with Ritual Magazine. The compilation includes Dope Stars Inc., Epochate, Deflore, Aquefrigide, Mithra, Richard Christ, Nonlinear System Theory, Neon Synthesis, and Kardia. The album can be downloaded here (registration is required).
Exivious Streaming Entire Self-Titled Album Online
Fusion metal band Exivious, which features Tymon and Robin Zielhorst of Cynic, has issued the following announcement about streaming their self-titled album online:
"This is your chance to check out our album without buying it! We decided to offer our entire album for streaming on both our official website and our MySpace. Check it out, spread the word and most of all: enjoy!"
Kamelot Updates European 2010 Tour Dates
Kamelot has announced the following updated European tour dates in 2010:
3/25/10 - Charleroi, Belgium - Le Coliseum
3/26/10 - Tilburg, Holland - O13
3/27/10 - Amsterdam, Holland - Paradiso
3/28/10 - London, UK - Koko
3/31/10 - Paris, France - Elysee Montmartre
4/1/10 - Pratteln, Switzerland - Z7 Kulturfabrik
4/2/10 - Montpellier, France - Rockstore
4/3/10 - Barcelona, Spain - Salamandra 1
4/4/10 - Madrid, Spain - La Riviera
4/7/10 - Dortmund, Germany - FZW
4/8/10 - Köln, Germany - Live Music Hall
4/9/10 - Hamburg, Germany - Markthalle
4/10/10 - Gothenburg, Sweden - Trädgårn
4/11/10 - Stockholm, Sweden - Tyrol
4/13/10 - Helsinki, Finland - Nosturi
4/14/10 - Tampere, Finland - Pakkahuone
4/16/10 - Oslo, Norway - Sentrum Scene
4/17/10 - Oslo, Norway - Sentrum Scene
Pantheon I Posts "Serpent Christ" Music Video
Norwegian Extreme Metallers Pantheon I have unveiled the new video for “Serpent Christ," a track taken from the bands newly released album, “Worlds I Create”. The video, which can be viewed below, was directed by Espen Krukhaug, who also worked on the band’s previous video “Where Angels Burn," and features Finland’s Peik Mattheiszen in the role of torturer. Reprising their role of victims in the video are models Maria Olsen and Helga Bårdsdatter Kristiansen who were recently seen in the band’s promo photos.
“Worlds I Create" was released at the end of July on Candlelight Records, and includes a guest appearance on the track “Ascending”, from Katatonia front man Jonas Renkse. Three tracks from “Worlds I Create” are currently streaming on the band’s MySpace page. More...
Atargatis To Support Autumn In Germany
German metal band, ATARGATIS, will be supporting the dutch gothic metal band AUTUMN on two shows of their German tour. The dates are as follows:
09/09 - Frankfurt / Nachtleben
09/10 - München / Backstage Club
Gunfire 76 Issues Recording Update
Gunfire 76, the new band featuring Wednesday 13 (Joseph Poole), has issued the following update about recording new material:
"Wednesday 13 has tapped Brent Clawson to mix his new project Gunfire 76.
"Although best known for being the bassist for Bullets and Octane, Brent has spent many years in the studio working as a producer, engineer and mixer. Brent produced, mixed & engineered Nick Oliveri’s band The Knives release ‘Dirty Angel’, he engineered and mixed Guttermouth’s ‘Eat Your Face’ and produced, engineered and mixed the last two cd’s from Bullets and Octane - ‘Song For The Underdog’ and ‘Bullets and Octane’ - which are being re-released as a double-cd this October.
"Originally set to record in Los Angeles, with producer Howard Willing, setbacks and conflicting schedules have found Wednesday 13 recording the debut for Gunfire 76 with studio musicians in Charlotte, NC. So far 7 of the 12 songs have been completed. No official band members have been selected yet.
"Gunfire 76 will spend Nov touring the U.S. and touring the U.K. with Bullets and Octane acting as main support."
Hauk Working On New Material
Heathen metallers Hauk have issued the following update about working on new material:
"Hail all!
"Just a quick note to say I am alive and well- the trip east was one of truly epic proportions. I've landed in New Haven CT, and am getting up and running. I should be in the new apartment next week, and then finishing up 'The Path of Ice' for release on Itunes. I've got a bunch of new songs written, and I can't wait to start album #6.
"Can we say Workaholic? Yes we can! Hope everyone is well!"
Hauk has also posted a fan filmed video clip of their performance at Pantheacon 2009, which can be viewed below. More...
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