Metal News for August 30, 2004
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20 news articles posted on this day.
Wynjara Announce Album Release Date
Unique 'Aborigine' inspired death metal band set to release the plague.
The second album from Wynjara is set for release October 19. Featuring former members of Malevolent Creation, Monstrosity, Divine Empire and PainGod, "Human Plague" silences a 4-year hiatus for the band. Under license from Nocturnal Art Productions, the record showcases the band's extreme style yet one that is flourished with highly unique infleunces and technical abilities. Fans of Nile take notice.
Also, in early 2005, Candlelight will make the band's self titled debut available for the first time in the US.
Battlelore Parts Ways With Vocalist
Vocalist Patrik Mennander is not longer with the band because of time problems. Patrick will be play one last gig on October 29. The replacement will be Tomi Mykkänen of Evemaster, but as only as a session vocalist for the forthcoming tours.
Also the bassist Miika Kokkola will not join the tour because of "personal reasons." His replacement will be Timo Honkanen of Elderthrones (and Battlelore's webmaster) as session player for the tour.
Mystic Prophecy Announce Album Release Date
German band Mystic Prophecy have set October 25, 2004 as the release date for their upcoming album "Never-Ending."
Venom Working On New Album
Venom is currently making recording for their new album, planned to be out at early 2005.
The new line up of the band is: Cronos on bass and vocals, Antton on the drums and Mykus(ex-Cathedral, and also played in Cronos solo project) on the guitars (that is the new member).
To see pics of new line up go here.
Falconer Finds New Bassist
Falconer have found a new bassist, Magnus Linhardt, who used to play in the unsigned band "The Choir of Vengeance."
The band is currently working on new material.
Nightmare Parts Ways With Napalm Records
The band Nightmare explain the reason of the separation from Napalm Records:
We have parted ways with Napalm Records very amicably... We will never forget what this label has done for us so far... giving us the breath for a second birth in 1999... Napalm being actually focusing into a completely different music style from what we offer, we simply decided all together that it would be better for us to find a more suitable label for what we have to offer...
The band is looking for a record deal.
Axel Rudi Pell To Release New Album
The upcoming Axel Rudi Pell album, called "The Ballads III," is to be released October 25, 2004.
Final track list:
1. Don`t Say Goodbye
2. Forever Angel (acoustic)
3. The Temple Of The King
4. Heartbreaker
5. The Line
6. Sea Of Evil
7. The Curse Of The Chains
8. All The Rest Of My Life
9. Forever Angel
10. The Temple Of The Holy
11. Under The Gun
Every New Day Signs To Hand Of Hope Records
Hand Of Hope Records has signed Winnipeg, Canada band Every New Day. The melodic hardcore band was formed five years ago during which time they've put out three releases. The band's latest album, entitled "The Shadows Cast," was recorded in January with John Paul Peters (Comeback Kid, Figure Four) and will be re-released by Hand Of Hope later this year. You can download a track from the record here.
Headline News
Sever The Fallen Break Up
New Jersey's Sever The Fallen have decided to break up once and for all. Formed in 1998, the group has released material with Tribunal Records. Here is a statement from the band:
"Time for some news. The last news from Sever The Fallen. Yes, that's right, STF has come to the end. We felt that we were not where we wanted to be with STF due to the many lineup changes halting the progress of the band. There are no hard feelings and we are still great friends. It has been six fun years and will not be forgotten. Thank you to everyone who supported us, people we met at shows, Tribunal Records, other bands we played with, and promoters. We have made alot of new friends through this. We have seven unreleased songs which will be lost forever unless you've seen us live recently and recorded them. Anyone who has video clips of us from shows, please send them to us. The website will be up for a couple of months so post on the message board and give your thoughts. Who knows, you might be able to get a few of us back together for a new project."
Black My Heart Lose Singer
Recent Eulogy Recordings signees Black My Heart have apparently lost the services of singer Justin Zwicker. Here's a portion of a statement posted by Zwicker on the group's Myspace.com page:
"I've deceided that this band is not for me. I don't have the drive and the passion I had for it before. After James and Phill left, it just wasn't the same for me."
There has been no official word yet on plans for a replacement.
Gwar Set Album Title, Announce Headlining Tour
GWAR have set "War Party" as the title of their new album, due on October 26 through DRT Entertainment. The long-awaited follow-up to 2001's "Violence Has Arrived" was recorded at Wreckroom Studios in Richmond, Va. and was mixed at the Chop Shop in NYC. Handling the production duties was Glen Robinson, who worked with the band on their classic third album, "America Must Be Destroyed". Songtitles set to appear on the CD include "Krosstika", "Decay of Granduer" and "War Party".
GWAR will kick off a national headlining tour on October 26 in Norfolk, VA. Support at all dates will come from DYING FETUS.
GWAR w/ DYING FETUS tour dates: More...
Monster Magnet Postpone One Show, To Play The Rest
Despite rumors to the contrary, MONSTER MAGNET have not called off the remainder of their U.S. tour following the cancellation of their scheduled performance at Jaxx in Springfield, VA Saturday night (August 28). A representative at the group's record label, SPV Records, has told BLABBERMOUTH.NET that the Springfield gig was "postponed due to a bus/trailer problem" and that the band are currently on their way to Chicago for Tuesday night's (Aug. 31) show at the Double Door venue. Support at the shows will come from Relapse Records recording artists BONGZILLA.
Dio, Anthrax, Fireball Ministry To Tour Together
DIO, ANTHRAX and FIREBALL MINISTRY will be teaming up for a three-week tour of the U.S. beginning in late September. So far, only one date has been confirmed: October 1 at the Palladium in Worcester, MA (the billing for the Worcester show also includes MOTÖRHEAD). Exact cities and dates are expected to be announced later this week.
Knut Working on New Material
Switzerland's Knut are currently working on material for their next album. According to the band, "it should be a great progression from our previous efforts." No timeline has been established for the album thus far. Meanwhile, the group currently has no plans for any live dates, though they did debut two new songs at a recent show with Pelican in Geneva. In related news, Hydra Head Records will be releasing a 10 year anniversary Knut remix CD next year. Contributors who've already sent back work include Dälek, Francisco Lopez, KK Null, Asmus Tietchens, S.p.e.c.t.r.e, Ontayso, and Dither. Finally, check out some video clips from the band, including a live collaboration with Isis.
Caligula Seek Second Guitarist
Caligula are currently seeking a second guitar player. Candidates must be have good equipment and be willing to tour. Send an email here for more information.
Linkin Park Wins MTV's Viewer's Choice Award
After much vote whoring and begging, Linkin Park got enough votes to win MTV's Viewer's Choice award for 'Breaking The Habit'. The band said upon accepting the award:
"First of all, I'd like to thank Gonzo, who did the animation. Nakazawa, the animation director Rod McDermon, Chemoprofit, Jim Hawkinson, Jen Haas, and this is Matt. He's my partner, my producer, and helps me put it all together... A real quick thank you to all you guys that went out there at the last minute and were voting, and the rest of the band, we know you guys were out there watching... We have the best fans in the world. We love you guys out there. Thank you very much!"
Here's what they had to say in their newsletter:
On behalf of Linkin Park, I would like to personally thank all of our fans that voted for us for viewer\'s choice. This is a very important award for us because it was voted for by our people. For those of you who don't know, this was the most tedious video of ours to accomplish. The concept was inspired by our fans and it is a great honor for us to receive the love back. Once again, thank you. Joe Hahn and Linkin Park.
Devilyn Return From Touring, Plan To Record
DEVILYN has returned from succesful performances in Finland and Latvia. "We're glad we were shown so much enthusiasm by the audience. We keep thinking of returning to those countries sometime in future" said Bony adter turnouts of over 1550 fans.
At present, Devilyn are preparing for the new recording session, which will take place in the middle of October at Hertz Studio in Biaystok. The session has been delayed due to the band getting a new drummer, who practised a lot durning the tour.
Expect live videos from Ryga, Kuopio and Oulu for download soon.
Spirit Disease Work On New Material
Finnish death/thrash band Spirit Disease have posted the following message on their web site:
The correct release date [for mini-CD] "Redemption Denied" is still unknown to us and the label [Vortex Motions Records]. This delay is not a good thing, but we can't really help it. It's not the label's fault, either. The exact details of this shit may be revealed later.
Onto other things, then. We have been working really hard with new songs for our next CD and they are absofuckinglutely great, much heavier and faster than before. The two guitar line-up has opened up so many new possibilities for us and it feels really great. At the moment it seems that our next CD will wipe its ass with "Redemption Denied."
New song titles include "Scared to Live," "Afraid to Die" and "Annihilation."
Formed in September 2002, Spirit Disease's members have over a decade of experience in metal music. "Redemption Denied" will feature six original songs and a cover of the Death classic "Evil Dead." An MP3 of the track "Sadistic Belated Abortion" can be downloaded at this location.
"Redemption Denied" track listing:
01. Everyone Must Die
02. Sadistic Belated Abortion
03. Torment And Pain
04. Horse (Xim Esrepnarouh)
05. Redemption Denied
06. The Extinction Of Subhuman Kind
07. Evil Dead (Death cover)
Soulfly Guitarist Marc Rizzo Releases Instrumental
Soulfly guitarist Marc Rizzo has released an instrumental CD, which is available through his website www.marcrizzo.com. The CD contains guest appearances from members of Soulfly, Coretez, Ill Nino, and 3 Kings.
Diamond Head Explain Decision To Fire Singer
Reunited NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal) legends Diamond Head have issued a follow-up statement regarding their decision to part ways with singer Sean Harris. The statement reads as follows:
Since the success of the acoustic dates in 2000, events have moved on rapidly-for Diamond Head at least! With the recording of a new album during 2002 things would have appeared on the surface going well. It is therefore somewhat ironic that the band has had to confront arguably the most fundamental upheaval since its very formation — a Diamond Head without Sean Harris.
Times and people move on, personal and professional objectives change and as we have got older (and hopefully wiser!), we all invariably move towards differing agendas.
As musicians we recently reached that regrettable but sometimes inevitable point where our respective business and creative visions for the band were rapidly and irreconcilably diverging. To compromise in such a situation would have meant all parties concerned feeling dissatisfied with the end result.The band would have surely stagnated and imploded.
Therefore after a great deal of soul searching we have decided to carry on without Sean as singer. We wish him all the luck in the world with his future ventures and projects.
Over the last few years it has been gratifying, humbling and downright flattering to see the huge ongoing interest, constant support and open affection people have for the band and our music. So much so that if only for those people we are fully determined to forge ahead with Diamond Head.
We have found a brilliant new singer in Nick Tart and the songs we have written thus far have been created with a natural ease and enthusiasm; what could be termed classic Diamond Head tempered with a very contemporary sound.
We are sure that once the fans have heard the fruits of our labours they will continue to support us as they have in the past.
The album — as yet untitled — is due out Spring 05.
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