Metal News for August 3, 2009
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34 news articles posted on this day.
"Saw 6" Soundtrack Seeking Song Submissions
The "SAW 6" Soundtrack is seeking song submissions for the album to be released October 20th. This soundtrack will be released by Twisted Pictures/Trustkill simultaneously with the new movie and will feature movie cues. They are seeking unreleased or exclusive songs that fit the feel of the "SAW" movie brand franchise. Email all ideas to info@trustkill.com. Final track masters deadline is August 28th.
You can visit the official Saw 6 site at saw6film.com.
Download A New Forefather Song Online
The new FOREFATHER MP3 single "Summer's Flame" is available for download from metalhit.com. See the front page, or search their mp3 store for a preview and purchasing. "Summer's Flame" will be available at other digital download sites (iTunes, Amazon Mp3, eMusic, etc.) in the coming weeks.
The English summer had arrived and the sun was in full strength and Wulfstan had an old melody lying around that he fancied having a fiddle with. Athelstan joined in and the result is new MP3 single "Summer's Flame," available now.
Interview
An Interview With Prog Metal Band Suspyre
New Jersey progressive metallers Suspyre saw the release of their third full-length album "When Time Fades..." in September of 2008. Since then the band has gone through some line-up changes and have begun working on their upcoming fourth opus, in addition to gearing up for their appearance at this year's Prog Power festival. Suspyre's guitarist Gregg Rossetti, vocalist Clay Barton, and drummer Gabe Marshall shared their thoughts with me on the latest album and what the band has in store in the future. More...
Dyscarnate Signs To Siege Of Amida Records
Siege Of Amida Records has announced the signing of UK death metal band DYSCARNATE. The band commented on the signing:
"We're f**king stoked to announce that we've signed a deal with the UK's very own Siege Of Amida Records and will be releasing our debut full-length with them in early 2010! After watching the label go from strength to strength, championing bands such as Annotations Of An Autopsy and Ingested we couldn't have hoped for a better label. We feel that SOAR will be a great home for us, giving us the opportunity to grow and bring the public the music we've wanted to hear for such a long time!"
On the Siege Of Amida MySpace player is a raw cut from the band's self released EP "Annihilate To Liberate" Expect their forthcoming Siege Of Amida debut to emerge at the start of 2010 with a full touring schedule.
Six Feet Under Confirms German Tour Dates
Currently in the studio recording "Graveyard Classics 3," SIX FEET UNDER just confirmed a short trek through Germany and Switzerland in September. Here are the latest tour dates:
03/09/09 – DE – Hamburg – Markthalle
04/09/09 – DE – Jena – F-Haus
05/09/09 – DE – München – Backstage
06/09/09 – CH – Erstfeld – Transilvania
Trivium Announces New US Tour Dates
Trivium has announced the addition of the following three dates to their "Into The Mouth Of Hell We Tour" tour with Whitechapel, Darkest Hour, and Dirge:
September 12 – Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
September 14 – Cleveland, OH @ House Of Blues
September 21 - Des Moines, IA @ People Court
Cauldron Announces North American Tour Dates
Canada's finest traditional metal trio, CAULDRON will be embarking upon their first ever North American tour starting this month. Dubbed the "North American Nightmare Tour," CAULDRON will be teaming up with the Swedish band, ENFORCER.
The tour dates are as follows:
w/STRIKER
13-Aug Sneaky Dees - Toronto, ON
14-Aug L'Alize - Montreal, QC
15-Aug Bar None - Kingston, ON
16-Aug Mavericks - Ottawa, O
w/ENFORCER
20-Aug Café Lura Chicago, IL
21-Aug Blondies - Detroit, MI
22-Aug Ramalama Records - Toledo, OH
23-Aug Club Garibaldi’s - Milwaukee, WI
25-Aug Club Down Under - Burley, ID
26-Aug Samurai Duck - Euguene, OR
27-Aug Gusto's - Boise, ID
29-Aug Josefine's - Seattle, WA
31-Aug Bubba Thrasher's - Redding, CA
01-Sep MusicHead - Medford, OR
02-Sep Annie's Social Club - San Francisco, CA
03-Sep Second Wind - Santee, CA
04-Sep Black Castle - Los Angeles, CA
05-Sep Rocky's - Pacoima, CA
06-Sep Mad Italian's Club 101 - Flagstaff, AZ
07-Sep The Compound - Albuquerque, NM
08-Sep Whiskey Dix Bar - Lubbock, TX
09-Sep The Conservatory - Oklahoma City, OK
10-Sep Riot Room - Kansas City, MO
11-Sep P.J's - Manhattan, Kansas
12-Sep Rockstar Sports Bar - Ft. Worth, Texas
13-Sep Dysfunction Junction Panama City Beach, FL
14-Sep The Haven Winter Park, FL
15-Sep The Pit Jacksonville, FL
16-Sep Dive Bar - Raleigh, NC
17-Sep The Smiling Moose - Pittsburgh, PA
18-Sep The Sterling Hotel - Allentown, PA
19-Sep Club Diablo - Buffalo, NY
20-Sep Traxx - Long Island/Ronkonkoma, NY
21-Sep Muddy River - Portsmouth, NH
22-Sep Now That's Class - Cleveland, OH
Terror Announces Austrailian Tour Dates
LA's Terror has announced the following Austrailian tour dates with Stick To Your Guns and Against:
Oct 2 Amplifier, Perth
Oct 3 YMCA HQ, Perth AA
Oct 4 Fowlers, Adelaide Lic/AA
Oct 7 Corner, Melbourne
Oct 9 Tuggeranong Youth Centre, Canberra AA
Oct 10 Manning Bar, Sydney Lic / AA
Oct 11 Oasis, Central Coast AA
Oct 13 YAC, Byron Bay AA
Oct 14 Princess Theatre, Brisbane AA
Oct 15 Club 299, Brisbane
50 Lions Begins Work On New Album
Australian hardcore band, 50 Lions, has begun recording of the bands sophomore album, entitled “Where Life Expires,” with Sam Johnson at Melbourne’s 3 Phase Studios. The new album is set to be released on October 23. 50 Lions will be joined by US band Trapped Under Ice on a Australian tour. The dates are as follows:
Nov 5 Underground, Adelaide AA
Nov 6 Evelyln, Melbourne
Nov 7 Somerville Mechanics Hall, Melbourne AA
Nov 8 Tuggeranong Youth Centre, Canberra AA
Nov 11 Princess Theatre, Brisbane AA
Nov 12 YAC, Byron Bay AA
Nov 13 Manning, Sydney Lic/AA
Nov 14 Rosemount Hotel, Perth
Nov 15 YMCA HQ, Perth AA
Her Name is Calla Announces More Tour Dates
Uk's Her Name is Calla has announced more European tour dates. The full tour schedule is as follows:
08/15 - Summer Sundae (12pm Indoor Stage), Leicester UK
08/15 - Packhorse, Leeds UK
08/16 - Cumberland Arms, Newcastle UK
08/17 - Basment, York UK
08/18 - Firebug, Leicester UK
08/19 - Buffalo Bar, London UK
08/21 - JW Wommel VZW Fort 2, Antwerp, Belgium
08/22 - Coffee Corner, Essen, Germany
08/23 - AK44, Giessen, Germany
08/24 - Eureka Festival, Zwolle, Netherlands
08/25 - Cafe Glocksee- Hannover, Germany
08/26 - Ostpol- Dresden, Germany
08/27 - Schokoladen, Berlin, Germany
08/28 - KAW, Leverkusen, Germany
08/29 - Norderzon Festival, Groningen, Netherlands
09/04 - 09/6th - Fell Foot Sound Festival, Ulverston, UK
11/26 - Seven, Nottingham UK
Hour of Penance To Enter The Studio
Hour of Penance will enter "16th Cellar" studio in Rome August 27th with Stefano Morabito as sound engineer to start tracking the instruments of their fourth yet untitled new album.
Frontman and guitarist, Giulio Moschini, comments, "After less then a year of songwriting we're finally ready to hit the studio and record the new album. We're very satisfied with the results of the songwriting sessions, everything went smooth and all the songs came out in a spontaneous way. We have enough material to record almost two albums but as we did with the previous album 'The Vile conception,' only the best 10 songs will appear on the new opus. This time we will work with Stefano Morabito to get a more 'live' approach and a more natural sound to the new album which will embrace a lot of new and different features from the past releases. I'm sure our loyal fans will not be disappointed when they hear the final result!"
Echoes Of Eternity Streaming New Song Online
California female fronted metallers Echoes of Eternity are currently streaming the new song "Ten of Swords" online at their MySpace page. The track is off their upcoming album "As Shadows Burn," which will be released on September 22nd.
Leaves' Eyes Shooting New Music Video
Leaves' Eyes has issued the following update about shooting a music video for the song "My Destiny:"
"Leaves' Eyes have started shooting the new video clip for 'My Destiny' at the last weekend. They were shooting together with Patrick Ullaeus / Revolver in Gothenburg / Sweden. The scenes with the band are already done and the first impressions look fantastic. Right at the moment, the storyline will be shot. More news soon!"
August Burns Red Streaming Entire Album Online
Christian metallers August Burns Red are currently streaming their entire new album "Constellations" online at the Solid State Records YouTube page. August Burns Red has also posted a music video online for the song "Meddler," which can be viewed below. More...
Apocalyptica Cancels Upcoming Minsk Live Show
Apocalyptica has issued the following announcement about canceling their upcoming Minsk tour date:
"Due to problems in advancing the show we unfortunately had to decide to cancel this show. The band is very sad as this would have been the first time to play in Belarus for them. But the risk of flying the entire crew, the full stage set up and the band to Belarus and then not been able to play a show (with fans waiting at the concert venue) was too high. We hope to be able to have an Apocalyptica concert in Belarus during the next touring cycle."
Disdained Announces Guest Musicians
Disdained has issued the following announcement about guest musician appearances on their upcoming full-length album:
"Greetings,
"It is my pleasure to announce the guest musician appearances that you will get the chance to hear on our upcoming 2nd full-length studio record:
"STEFFEN KUMMERER of OBSCURA (Germany, Relapse Records), HONZA KAPAK of AVENGER (Czech Republic, DeathGasm Records), UROK of MAY RESULT (Serbia, BattleGod Productions)
"Unfortunately the date of release is still TBA. However, promo copies/free downloads will be available soon, so be sure to drop by/contact me soon for yours!
"Also be sure to catch us live on our INFINITE BRUTALITY TOUR 2009 with Svart Crown (Death/Black Metal, France) & Fractured Insanity (Brutal Death Metal, Belgium). For more info, check out the previous blog, and see the confirmed dates on our profile page."
Eyefear Confirmed For Screamfest 2009
Eyefear has issued the following announcement about confirming their appearance at Australia's Screamfest:
"Greetings. We are proud to announce that Eyefear have been confirmed to take part in one of the biggest metal events ever to take place in Australia Screamfest 09. This promises to be a huge event. Hope to see you all their !!! Horns Up !!!"
The two day festival is set to take place on December 31st and January 1st in Sydney. Other confirmed bands for the Screamfest include: Cynic, Dark Funeral, Destroyer 666, Destruction, Edguy, Ensiferum, Rotting Christ, Sonata Arctica, Black Majesty, Virgin Black, and Vanishing Point.
Five Finger Death Punch Announces Release Party
Five Finger Death Punch has issued the following announcement about an upcoming record release party in Las Vegas:
"5FDP will be playing a special Record Release party September 18th at Wasted Space in the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas!! This is to celebrate the upcoming release of their highly anticipated new album, WAR IS THE ANSWER, out September 22 worldwide.
"Tickets go on-sale this Saturday August 8th, so be sure to get them quick on ticketmaster.com- this show will sell out very soon after it goes on sale, as you can imagine.
"Not from Vegas? Have no fear, there is another big tour announcement coming, everyone…."
New KISS Album Title Revealed?
Rumours are begininng to spread that the name of the brand new studio album from rock legends KISS will be, "Sonic Boom" after Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS) stated so. There are also rumours that Wal-Mart will be releasing a special three-disc version of the album that will also contain a DVD and a bonus CD that features a collection of re-recorded KISS classics. Stay tuned for more details.
Infernal Offering Early Demo As Free Download
Swedish metallers Infernal have issued the following announcement about offering an early demo as a free download:
"This is of course an INFERNAL website, but since I by accident found an old very special lost item yesterday, I feel it could be of worth to share this with others. Since both me and Martin (Halfdan) play on this particular recording with NECROPHOBIC (which I was one of the founders of and mainwriter in at the time), I have decided to share this stuff. In February 1994, When I was still in NECROPHOBIC, we ‘unofficially’ recorded a three-track demo at a local studio here in Stockholm, under the name ‘Bloodfreezing’.
"This featured the tracks ‘Black Moon Rising’,’The Call’, and another track, which is more or less a ‘joke thing’ in the vein of old S.O.D. (which can due to it's ‘violent title’ not be stated here.) This particular demo has been long lost, and not many people have heard it and know it exists. More...
Sylosis Announces U.K. Tour Dates
Young British thrash metal outfit Sylosis has announced that they will be heading out on a headlining tour of the United Kingdom later this year. A message from the band reads as follows:
"We have had an amazing year with The Black Dahlia Murder tour, Download and now Sonisphere. As soon as we did Download we started to get tons of requests for the band to play headline shows, and it seemed like the right time, so we decided to get out and play a few places we have not been to before.”
The tour dates are as follows: More...
Down Bassist Rex Brown To Miss Tour Dates
Rex Brown, the bass player for the supergroup Down and former bassist of metal legends Pantera, has announced that he will be unable to take part in the first leg of Down's North American tour. A replacement for him is expected to be announced shortly.
A message from Brown reads as follows:
"It is with my deepest apologies to let you know that I will not be joining the band on the first leg of the forthcoming US/Canada tour. It has been mutually agreed upon between myself and the guys that I take this time to address some personal issues. Make no mistake I will be joining my brothers on the second leg of the tour and in the studio in the very near future. This is of utmost importance at this time. Thank you all for your support and understanding. I will see y'all really soon!
"With much respect,
Rex Brown"
Kittie Posts Live Video Clip Online
Kittie has posted a live video clip online of their August 1st performance of the new songs "Cut Throat" and "My Plague." The video clip can be viewed below. Both of the tracks are off Kittie's upcoming album "In The Black," which will be released on September 15th. More...
Mob Rules Announces New Album Release Date
Germany's Mob Rules have announced that they have signed to AFM records for the release of their new album "Radical Peace." The album is currently set for a November 13th release date.
Mob Rules will be hosting an album release party for "Radical Peace" on November 27th at the Pumpwerk club in Wilhelmshaven.
Skinlab Reveals New Album Details
Skinlab has announced that their new album "The Scars Between Us" will be released on September 15th. The cover art for the new album can be found here. Skinlab has also posted a rough cut of a new song from the album titled "Amphetamine Gods" on their MySpace page.
The track listing for "The Scars Between Us" will be as follows:
1. Face of Aggression
2. Amphetamine Gods
3. Scream at the World
4. Wolvesblood
5. Karma Burns
6. In For The Kill
7. Paper Trails
8. Still Suffering
9. Bloodclot
10. My Vendetta
11. The Scars Between Us
The 11th Hour Issues Recording Update
Dutch metallers The 11th Hour have issued the following recording update:
"As the clock ticks on... Another week of non-stop hard work has finally brought me close to finishing what has proven to be the most immense undertaking of my career. Ronnie Björnström has done a fantastic job on the mix, creating a massive wall of crushing heaviness that still sounds clear and crisp. We'll be working on details like fades and delaytimes for the next few days before the masters are struck and then, after almost a year, it's time to let this beast loose...
"I'm pleased to find that even after living with them for so long the songs have retained their magic and emotional power to me, the darkness in which they were created still engulfs me whenever I listen to them. Or as Ronnie said after finishing the song that I consider the black heart of the album: 'this is pure evil sounding shit!'"
Tombs Posts "Gossamer" Music Video Online
Brooklyn metallers Tombs have posted a new music video online for the track "Gossamer," which comes from their latest album "Winter Hours." The video clip can be viewed below. Tombs have also created a new Twitter account, using to send in updates from the road as well as up-to-the-minute news on represses, upcoming tours, and more.
Tombs have announced a string of upcoming U.S. tour dates alongside Kylesa and Bison B.C. The currently confirmed tour dates are as follows:
9/17 - Wilmington, NC - Soapbox Laundrolounge
9/19 - Charlotte, NC - The Milestone
9/20 - Nashville, TN - The End
9/21 - Memphis, TN - Hi Tone
9/23 - Birmingham, AL - Bottletree
9/24 - Austin, TX - Red 7
9/25 - San Antonio, TX - Rock Bottom
9/26 - Denton, TX - Rubber Gloves
9/27 - Oklahoma City, OK - The Conservatory More...
Steel Panther Sets Release Date For New Album
On October 6th Steel Panther will release "Feel The Steel," the culmination of a glam metal revival. "Feel The Steel," produced by Jay Ruston, features "Death To All But Metal" and "Community Property" and will mark the major label debut from the spandex-clad quartet. The album will hit fans on September 29 via iTunes before finding its way to store shelves nationally on October 6.
For the latest from Steel Panther check out the video for "Community Property" below and watch the album teaser featuring Dave Navarro, Jani Lane and Dee Snider. More...
Surefire Machine Axeman Attempts Skydiving Tatoo
Following the postponement of Surefire Machine guitarist’s history-making stunt at Edmonton’s Sky Dive Center from July 4th to August 11th - due to uncooperative weather and stolen camera gear - the time has finally come for Zeke to go through with his own version of a Jackass stunt by jumping out of a plane at 10,000 feet while getting tattooed.
“The hype surrounding this stunt has been insane and the pressure’s been building,” admits guitarist Zeke. “There’s no backing out now, but I’m completely stoked to see what happens - and to see what’s probably going to be the world’s shakiest tattoo,” he laughs.
As part of SFM’s “Sinnin’ and Grinnin’” tour the tattoo jump, as explained by Zeke, reflects the band’s motto in its entirety: “It's simple - SFM's motto is "Have a Good Time, All the Time" and that's exactly what I'm doing."
Surefire Machine is currently on their third cross-Canadian escapade, perfectly titled the "Sinnin’ & Grinnin’" tour, to promote their self-titled EP.
Surefire Machine "Sinnin’ & Grinnin’" tour dates are as follows, with more dates to be announced:
07-Aug-09 Rimbey, AB The Vault
08-Aug-09 Rimbey, AB The Vault
09-Aug-09 Edmonton, AB Blues On Whyte
12-Aug-09 Saskatoon, SK Buds on Broadway
13-Aug-09 Saskatoon, SK Buds on Broadway
14-Aug-09 Winnipeg, MB The Cavern
03-Sep-09 Toronto, ON The Hide Out
05-Sep-09 New Minas, NS West Side Charlies w/ Disasterman
06-Sep-09 Digby, NS Wharf Rat Biker Rally
23-Sep-09 Toronto, ON
White Wizzard Recording New Album
Earache Records announced today that White Wizzard has entered the studio to record their first full-length album.
White Wizzard bassist and founding member Jon Leon comments:
"We are headed to Phoenix, Arizona to begin recording our full-length album with producer Ralph "Talladega" Patlan. He earned the nickname Talladega (from the American raceway) from Dave Mustaine of Megadeth when they worked together. He lives up to the name... Ralph is a quick, efficient producer with a great ear and one of the best in the world for recording rock and
metal. He has worked with UFO, Michael Schenker and Megadeth to name a few. We will track at his personal studio, "Skimo Studios" in Phoenix and then mix at the legendary Prairie Sun Recording in Northern California, where many huge albums in the last 30 years were cut.
"I am excited to get into the studio and finally complete an album with the new line-up. I have been in writing mode for the last two months, just putting all the pieces together of lyrics and melodies and trying to create
an album that has a good variety of songs. I think we have a great bunch of material to record now, and I look forward to seeing how it all sounds when the record is completed. The goal of White Wizzard is to always stick to our roots of main influences and inspiration, while trying to create our own sound and identity. I am confident this record is going to turn some heads.
Some great in-your-face, good times, melodic metal, some epic stuff and some of the crossover hooky stuff that made the mini album so fun too. I am happy with the balance of songs.
"We will post some updates from the studio and we will be filming the entire process. Hoping to have this out early 2010 on Earache Records worldwide and then tour like mad to support it. Should be a great year... Until then, thanks for supporting White Wizzard!!"
Brain Drill Announces New Song, Band Member
California grindcore band Brain Drill has released a third song off their upcoming album, titled "Monumental Failure." They also are happy to announce their new drummer, Ron Casey. More news will be posted when Brain Drill or Metal Blade announces a release date or track list.
Sky Eats Airplane Loses Singer, Need Replacement
Sky Eats Airplane recently announced they have lost their vocalist, Jerry Roush, due to creative differences. But don't be dismayed, because they're writing some "killer riffs." Their "official statement" says,
"After touring for the past two years together, SEA and our singer Jerry Roush have decided to part ways. We hate to see him go, but our creative differences make this the best option for everyone. We are still on good terms and wish Jerry good luck with whatever he chooses to do. As for the rest of the band, SEA is pushing on with a ton of new material: Zack and I (Lee) are going to be flying up to Travis’ practice space up in Delaware to write killer riffs and to start jamming on the new stuff in the near future.
We appreciate you, our fans, sticking with us through this. We can’t wait to show you everything we’ve been working on! And as far as the singing spot we have open, if you are interested please contact us at singforSEA@gmail.com . Keep in mind that we are looking for someone who is talented at singing first and foremost. Thanks!"
See You Next Tuesday on Hiatus
Ferret Band See You Next Tuesday has announced their "Final Show Before Indefinite Hiatus." They, like many bands, are feeling a major financial crunch and aren't able to continue touring right now. If you live nearby the Bay City, Mi area, you can see the show details and buy tickets here.
Djevel Posts Two Pre-Production Songs Online
Djevel, the new Norwegian black metal band of Ciekals from Ljå has posted two pre-production songs on their MySpace page.
Ciekals issued the following statement regarding his split with Ljå:
"I am no longer a part of Ljå. All the songs i have composed that was intended for the next Ljå album will be released by my new band; Djevel. I will continue to work with Aftermath Music that will release the first Djevel album, 'Dødssanger.' So all in all there is no change except from the fact that things are much better now."
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