Metal News for August 25, 2008
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27 news articles posted on this day.
Periphery Update US Tour Dates
Periphery have announced the following update to their fall tour dates with THIS TIME IT'S WAR:
09/21 - Sandusky, Ohio
09/22 - Southgate, Michigan
09/23 - Ft. Wayne, Indiana
09/24 - Chicago, Illinois
09/25 - Springfield, Illinois
09/26 - Terre Haute, Illinois
09/27 - Trenton, Ohio
09/28 - Columbus, Ohio
09/29 - Wheeling, West Virginia
09/30 - Ithica, New York
10/01 - Philthadelphia, Pennsylvania
10/02 - Frederick, Maryland
10/03 - Clifton, New Jersey
Surrounded By Teeth Set To Release Debut
Earlier this year Closed Casket Activities signed upstate New York's Surrounded By Teeth to a multi-record deal. The group's debut CD/EP, titled "Animals," was produced by Andrew Duggin (of End Of A Year) and will be available in early-October. For now, the band's previous material can be heard here.
The Hellacopters Announces "Last Shows Ever"
Swedish garage rockers THE HELLACOPTERS - featuring ex-ENTOMBED drummer Nicke Andersson - have announced their "last shows ever." Dates include:
Saturday, October 25
12.00 - sold out
21.00 - age limit 20 years
Sunday, October 26
15.00 - age limit 15 years
21.00 - age limit 18 years
Deicide Announces Italian Tour Dates
Legendary Floridian black metallers DEICIDE have confirmed a string of Italian live dates September. They are as follows:
9/18 – Rome, Italy - Palarockness
9/19 - tba
9/20 - Modugno – Bari, Italy - Total Metal Festival 2008 - Demodè Disco Club
9/21 – Bologna, Italy - Kinder Garten
HOD In The Studio Working on Debut Album
San Antonio, Texas-based extreme metal band HOD will release their debut album on Ibex Moon Records sometime in early 2009.
The band, comprised of members from Necrovore, Thornspawn, Exulcerate and Pillcrusher, is currently in the studio working on their debut, titled "Serpent."
HOD guitarist Lord Necron issues the following update: "We have started work on the recording of our debut album for Ibex Moon Records. We are working with Stuart "BatLord" Laurence for the recording. Stuart has recorded many Texas metal bands over the years such as Thornspawn, Averse Sefira, Death Of Millions and so on. Stuart knows metal since he too has been in many bands over the years, including Agony Column and his present band Ignitor. I can tell you the recording has a very dark and brutal edge to it. The songs appearing on the record will be:
Victims
Serpent of the Nightmare Empire
Harbinger of Death
Black Rites
Demoralizer
Nine Days
God Of Darkness and Winter
"It is definitely a leap forward from our demo. We plan on unleashing this beast sometime early next year."
Check out HOD at their official MySpace page.
Entombed Re-issues Announced
REGAIN RECORDS has inked a deal with Threeman Recordings to reissue five titles from Swedish death metallers ENTOMBED/NIHILIST till the end of 2008 in North America. The list includes the following titles:
ENTOMBED's "Inferno"
ENTOMBED's "Unreal Estate"
ENTOMBED's "Serpent Saints"
ENTOMBED's "When In Sodom"
NIHILIST's "Nihilist Demos"
Obscure's Debut Album Release Date Set
Release dates for Obscure's debut album, entitled "On Formaldehyde," have been revealed. In Norway, the album will be in stores on the 29th of September. The rest of the world will get the pleasure to check it out on the 13th of October.
Obscure consists of Roy Kronheim (ex-Enslaved) among others, and "On Formaldehyde" is a diverse classic heavy metal album.
Norther, Nefastus Dies Canadian Tour Dates
Norther and Nefastus Dies will team up for a handful of Canadian tour dates next month. Here are the latest tour dates:
09/19 Saint-Hyacinthe, QC @ The Trash Bar
09/20 Montreal, QC @ Theatre National
09/21 Chicoutimi, QC @ Le Bunker
09/22 Quebec, QC @ L'Imperial
09/23 Ottawa, ON @ Mavericks Bar
09/24 London, ON @ The Embassy
09/25 Toronto, ON @ Opera House w/ Cryptopsy
Daughters Seeks New Guitarist
Rhode Island band Daughters is apparently in search of a new guitarist after parting ways with Jeff Worms, whose exit from the band has yet to be addressed publicly. Candidates must be at leat 21 years of age. Interested parties can contact the band here.
Nominon's Drummer Parra Talks About U.S. Tour
NOMINON, the Swedish death metallers who recently embarked on their first US tour in July with label mates QUINTA ESSENTIA, had lots of good things to say about their experience. From drummer, Parra:
"USA....You guys fucking RULE!!! Our infernal voyage in USA was nothing but a pure success. We played nine shows in two weeks and managed to play a different setlist at each and every show, which surprised quite a few fans. Of course we would like to say thanks to a bunch of people, these following labels, bands and people in general; *Evan and Deathgasm Records* for the eternal support, you fucking rule man!! *QUINTA ESSENTIA*, you guys made this tour one of the smoothest rides for us so far...Beer drinking and Hellraising motherfuckers, just like us. *Matt and Central Illinois Metalfest* for booking NOMINON, wish things will work out for ya so there will be a fest even next year, you deserve nothing but the best. *John and IbexMoon Records.*, *Alex* for letting us use the van, it meant a lot to us. *INCANTATION*, you sickos are definitely some of the coolest Metalheads alive. *Tomas Pascual* of NYDM and *DUFF's Brooklyn*. *Steveggs* for all the photos and crazy, yet good times. *Kenny* for buying the whole band like 100's of beers at the C.I.M. You amazed us all.
"There's plenty of other promoters and grotesque freaks that we would like to say Thanks and Hell-o to right now, but you guys will be mentioned on the next album, for sure.
"Worth mentioning also is that during the last show in Nashville, Tennessee, NOMINON celebrated their 100th show!! Death metal country....HELL YEAH!!! "
NOMINON's third album, "Terra Necrosis," was released August 21, 2007 by Ibex Moon/Deathgasm Records.
Rising Records Signs Four New Bands
Rising Records has signed a number of new bands of late, including Swindon extreme metallers The Dead Lay Waiting, French death metallers Nightshade, Peterborough based band We Are Fiction, Devon based extreme metallers Avarus.
Nightshade's debut album, "The Beginning Of Eradication," will be released in the UK on October 27th and in Europe on November 7th.
We Are Fiction and Avarus will both be recording their debut album in late 2008 for a spring 2009 release and The Dead Lay Waiting will be recording their debut album in January 2009 for a summer release.
Brain Drill Announces New Drummer
Northern CA technical death metal outfit, Brain Drill, have just announced Joe Bondra of PA as their new drummer. Video footage of Joe covering Brain Drill songs along with songs the band recorded with him when he came to the bay area just this past weekend will be posted to Brain Drill's MySpace page.
"I always thought that Brain Drill was one of the most brutal bands in the death metal scene, and now I am extremely excited to be part of that band and I am even more amped to be able to start playing shows and work on our new material" comments Joe Bondra More...
Ephel Duath Completes Recording of New Album
Ephel Duath has finished recording their new album, "Through My Dog's Eyes." The new album was tracked at Outer Sound Studios in Rome, Italy with producer Giuseppe Orlando. The album features drums by Marco Minnemann who commented "Ephel Duath's new work is awesome. It's the best example for intense, precise and focused songwriting. A very powerful and forceful statement of the band. I'm very happy and proud to be part of this album!"
The album is currently being mastered by Mika Jussila (Nightwish) at Finnvox Studios, Finland and will hit stores later this year via Earache Records.
Discard Frontman Quits, Forcing Tour Cancellation
Heikki Miettinen, the lead singer of Finnish modern thrashers DISCARD, has left the band due to a "total lack of motivation and anxiety towards band activity." As a result, DISCARD has been forced to cancel its participation in the Thrashing Like a Maniac European tour with GAMA BOMB (Ireland) and BONDED BY BLOOD (USA).
Anvil Chorus Posts New Music Online
After three successful San Francisco reunion shows, '80s progressive NWOSFHM (New Wave of San Francisco Heavy Metal) band ANVIL CHORUS have wrapped up mixing 12 songs for a tentative late 2008/early 2009 release. The tracks are all re-recorded, new versions of the popular cassette demo songs that have been widely traded in the worldwide metal underground for the past 25 years. These cuts have been updated and have received quality production. The sessions are being produced by guitarist Thaen Rasmussen and vocalist/bassist Aaron Zimpel along with guitarist Doug Piercy, drummer Joe Bennett and keyboardist Phil Bennet.
Two of the early mixes, "Death Of A Dream" and "Phase To Phase," are available for streaming on the ANVIL CHORUS MySpace page. More...
Oceano Banned From US Clubs Over Brutal Photos
Chicago, IL deathcore band, OCEANO have already had a set of raw and masochistic photos banned from MySpace and the band is now being banned from several clubs around the country, due in part to those very photos.
Thanks to the overwhelming hysteria surrounding OCEANO's controversial promo pictures, a large number of messages have been pouring into the band's MySpace page from clubs across the country. Here's an example: "It has been brought to our attention that there were some images of the band that were banned from myspace. Because we are an all ages, family friendly venue we pride ourselves on providing a positive atmosphere for the kids that come in to see shows. Unfortunately, because of those images and the lyrics to the songs we have found there is no way you guys will be able to meet those guidelines" More...
Holocausto Canibal Signs with Metal Age Prod
Portuguese gore-grind band Holocausto Canibal has signed a deal with Metal Age Productions.
Holocausto Canibal has a live gig coming up and a cancellation to report:
Sep 19 2008 8:00P - Jerahorror Fest 2008 Alivés - Asturias - Spain
Sep 27 2008 8:00P - Velha Guarda III - CANCELED !!!
You can check out some of the band's material on their MySpace page.
Duff McKagan’s Loaded Signs Deal w/ Century Media
Velvet Revolver's Duff McKagan (ex-Guns N Roses) is set to return with Duff McKagan's Loaded. The hard hitting Seattle four-piece, fronted by the legendary Duff McKagan as vocalist and guitarist, is set to tour the UK for the first time and release a limited edition EP through Century Media Records.
Following their debut album "Dark Days", released in 2001, the forthcoming five track "Wasted Heart EP" shows a band at the height of their powers. The EP showcases driving and melodic punk infused rock overlaid with McKagan's vocals.
On the band's deal with Century Media Duff McKagan says the following: "We are truly looking forward to this partnership with Century Media. I am encouraged that they indeed understand the spirit and integrity of Duff McKagan's Loaded. This first EP, Wasted Heart, should shed some light on who we are, what we do, and how the fuck we do it!"
The "Wasted Heart EP" will be available for sale at the band dates (below) – effectively pre release. The band is currently putting the final touches on a full length studio album, set for release in early 2009. Both the album and EP were produced by Martin Feveyear (Presidents of the USA, Kings of Leon).
With Duff McKagan on Vocals and Guitar, the band is completed by Jeff Rouse on Bass, Mike Squires on Guitar and Geoff Reading on Drums. Duff McKagan's Loaded will be playing European dates. Full tour dates are as follows: More...
Flowing Tears Reveals New Album Tracklisting
German gothic metallers, Flowing Tears, have revealed the cover artwork for their new album, " Thy Kingdom Gone," which was created by Seth Siro Anton. Flowing Tears have also announced the tracklisting for " Thy Kingdom Gone."
The final tracklisting of " Thy Kingdom Gone" is as follows:
1. Orchidfire
2. Pain has taken over
3. Rain of a thousand years
4. Grey
5. Thy kingdom gone
6. Words before you leave
7. Miss Fortune
8. Colossal shaped despair
9. Kismet
10. For my enemies
11. Souls of the neon reign
12. The war we left behind
Dismember Announces South American Tour Dates
Swedish metallers, DISMEMBER, have announced the the following upcomming south american tour dates:
Sep. 25 - Quito, Ecuador - Tribuna Sur
Sep. 26 - Colombia - Sign Session At. Sylphorium Store
Sep. 27 - Bogota, Colombia - Club Gotica (to be confirmed)
Sep. 28 - Caracas, Venezuela - Chapis
Sep. 30 - Lima, Perú - [to be announced]
Oct. 01 - Antofagasta, Chile - Static
Oct. 02 - Santiago, Chile - Galpon Victor Jara
Oct. 03 - Puerto Montt, Chile - Discotheque El Muro
Oct. 04 - Valparaiso, Chile - [to be announced]
Oct. 05 - Säo Paulo, Brazil - Tribe House
36 Crazyfists Announces New US Tour Dates
Vocalist of Alaskan metallers, 36 CRAZYFISTS, Brock Lindow issues the following statement regarding the band’s upcoming five months of non-stop touring:
“MAYHEM is all wrapped up, and it was the greatest summer ever! Hanging out with all the awesome bands and crews was something we will never forget. Now, charging full steam ahead into the fall with so many shows to play, it’s really gonna be a killer end to this already awesome year for us! We'll see everyone at the shows!” More...
Deadlock Announces New Album Title
Germany’s DEADLOCK has announced the title of their fourth album as "Manifesto." The album is currently receiving final touches by engineer Jacob Hansen (Mercenary, Volbeat, Heaven Shall Burn). The scheduled release date is on November 17th in Europe and January 6th in the U.S.
DEADLOCK has also filmed a webisode to shorten the time to the album. The webisode can be watched here.
Jason Bonham Quits Foreigner, Working With Led Zep
Blabbermouth.net reports: The eight-minute audio interview with drummer Jason Bonham conducted this past Friday morning (August 22) by the "JJ & Lynne" morning show on the 94.7 WCSX station in Detroit, Michigan is available for download as an MP3 file at this location. During the interview, Bonham revealed that he is leaving FOREIGNER at the end of this month and that he has been jamming with LED ZEPPELIN Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones.
Jason, who was born in England and now lives in Florida, said, "I've been over [to England] a couple of times. I've been working with Jimmy and John Paul and trying to do just do some new material and some writing. I don't know what it will be, but it will be something. . . At the moment, all I know is I have the great pleasure to go and jam with the two guys and start work on some material. When I get there, I never ask any questions. If I get a phone call to go and play, I enjoy every moment of it. Whatever it ends up as, to ever get a chance to jam with two people like that, it is a phenomenal thing for me; it's my life, it's what I've dreamed about doing."
Jason added, "My time with FOREIGNER is coming to an end. This is the first time I've talked about it. I leave at the end of this month . . . I'm looking forward to taking some time out to be with the family really. Since I moved to America I've been on the road, so my first priority is to go and watch my kids grow up, because they've grown up way to fast in the last four years."
Megadeth Frontman Diagnosed With Arthritis
MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine has issued the following update:
"I am writing this while sitting in my studio, and Justis and his friend from school, Ryan (a drummer) are in the lounge room blasting KILLSWITCH ENGAGE and now RUSH for songs for their band, and I have some rare "extra time", so I wanted to make a post about last week and what we are doing next week.
"I had a barbecue at my house in Fallbrook after service on Sunday and met some of Pam's new friends, and got ready for something that I never thought I would do in my life. That is my adult life. But first comes Monday - a dreadful day for me.
"I have been struggling with my back for some time, and have been doing yoga, stretching, acupuncture, faith healing, "laying" on of hands, injections, chiropractic, and everything else you can imagine. Two years ago, almost, I went out to my friend in Ohio and went to the OSU Medical center and had MRI's done on my neck and spine for 1 3/4 hours. More...
Epicurean Offers Drum Video Series
EPICUREAN has uploaded the first in a series of videos featuring their very own, John Gensmer. In the first video, Gensmer drums the track “Behind the Chapel Walls” from their Metal Blade debut "A Consequence of Design."
The video offers insight into how he plays some of the fast and technical fills and beats on the song. You can check out the video below and follow the series on YouTube. More...
Cuntscrape Featured on 2 New Compilation CDs
Cuntscrape will be featured on two new compilation CDs. Their song "Cactus Sack" has been included on the upcoming Welkin Compilation (Australia). These CDs have been manufactured to be handed out as promos at the upcoming Australian Opeth shows in September.
Cuntscrape's "Head Pushed, Throats Fucked" has been included on the compilation CD featured in the latest issue of Brutallica. You can order the this issue of Brutallica through Prime Cuts Music for a mere $6. Email Dysie at pcuts@bigpond.com to place your order.
Rock Revolution Game To Feature Big Metal Names
According to Psxextreme.com, fans of Guitar Hero and/or Rock Band take note: Rock Revolution is scheduled to drop on October 14 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 and will boast both guitar and drum peripherals. You'll be able to create your own tracks, test out each individual instrument, and of course, have a legitimate blast with several friends. Like it or not, the other two blockbuster music franchises now have some very stiff competition, and these are the songs that could propel Rock Revolution to a stunning sales victory. More...
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