Metal News for September 25, 2006
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Rwake To Record New Album
Arkansas' Rwake has begun work on their as-yet-untitled Relapse Records debut. Rwake will record with Sanford Parker at Electrical Audio (High On Fire, Neurosis, Pelican, Zao) and Parker's own Volume Studios (Planes Mistaken For Stars, Unearthly Trance) in early October. The album, the band's third overall, is expected to see an early-2007 release. Tentative song titles include "The Lure of Light," "The Finality," "Fire and Flight" and "The Cosmos Inverted."
Thumbscrew Tour Dates
Prior to hitting the road with Gaza and The Network, Thumbscrew will play a handful of dates, primarily in the Southeast. Here are those tour dates:
10/10 San Antonio, TX @ The Underground
10/11 Metairie, LA @ The Highground
10/12 Orlando, FL @ Island Oasis
10/13 Melbourne, FL @ Carver Park Community Center
10/14 Vero Beach, FL @ The Vero Beach Jaycees
10/15 Lawrenceville, GA @ The Treehouse
10/16 Spartansburg, SC @ Groundzero
10/17 Virginia
10/18 Virginia
10/19 Burlington, VT @ Odd Fellows Temple
Magrudergrind To Enter Studio in December
Magrudergrind has booked studio time to record their next album. The band will be in the studio December 8th, 9th, and 10th to record a full-length LP/CD entitled "Blasting Sessions." The effort is scheduled to hit streets in early-spring 2007 via Six Weeks Records.
Negativa Completes New Mini-CD
Negativa, the Quebec, Canada metal outfit featuring former members of Gorguts, Augury, and Ion Dissonance, has completed work on a new mini-CD. Three news songs were recorded at Wild Studio with producer Pierre Remillard and according to the band, ""It sound heavy as fuck." Songs slated to appear on the mini-CD are "Chaos in Motion," "Taedium Vitae," and "Rebellion."
Psycroptic Post 'Epoch Of The Gods' Video Online
Dutch label Neurotic Records, which recently created a YouTube channel to broadcast video clips from all their artists, have added PSYCROPTIC's video for the song "Epoch of the Gods". The clip, which was filmed by Lowlife Media at the Paris show of the "No Mercy" tour (where PSYCROPTIC supported CANNIBAL CORPSE, KATAKLYSM, LEGION OF THE DAMNED and GRIMFIST), can be viewed at this location.
PSYCROPTIC's third full-length album, "Symbols of Failure", was released in February via Neurotic Records. The follow-up of 2003's "The Scepter of the Ancients" marks the recording debut of the band's new vocalist Jason Peppiatt.
PSYCROPTIC will team up with DEICIDE and VISCERAL BLEEDING for a European tour beginning January 5, 2007.
Once Dead Parts Ways With Singer
ONCE DEAD, the Christian metal band featuring former members of VENGEANCE RISING and HIRAX guitarist Glenn Rogers, has issued the following update:
"We are very sorry to announce that our dear friend and bandmate Scott Waters will no longer be the frontman for ONCE DEAD. Scott is an exceptionally talented and amazing vocalist; and one of the best people I have ever worked with. His attitude has always been positive, and his willingness to sacrifice so much of his time for the benefit of the band has been incredible. He has placed so much time and effort into ONCE DEAD that without a doubt the band will never be the same. The issues with a long-distance working relationship have simply become too burdensome to overcome. The associated expenses with flying Scott back and forth and keeping him here on an extended basis have become cost-prohibitive. We will miss Scott dearly and we are very sad that we have come to this crossroad. We thank Scott for all of his time and effort, and we wish him all the best. He will be greatly missed by all of us in the band. Understanding that many ONCE DEAD fans are also Scott Waters fans, we apologize to you as well. We understand your frustration and disappointment. More...
Viking Skull Mainman Seeks New Members
Darren Smith (guitar) and Gordon Morrison (drums) have left Corby, U.K.-based old-school metallers VIKING SKULL and will be focusing their attention on RAGING SPEEDHORN. Meanwhile, VIKING SKULL vocalist/guitarist Roddy Stone has launched a search for a new drummer and bass player. Interested parties should be between 20 and 30 years old, "must be shit-hot at their profession but most importanly, [must] like BLACK SABBATH. Milton Keynes/Northampton area prefered." Roddy can be contacted via www.myspace.com/roddystone or roddystone@hotmail.com.
VIKING SKULL earlier in the year signed a deal with 456 Entertainment/Universal to release their debut album, "Born in Hell", in the U.S. Upon its U.K. release last October, "Born in Hell" received rave reviews from the U.K. metal press, with Metal Hammer's 9/10 review stating that the band were "like MOTÖRHEAD on testosterone supplements." A longtime supporter of the band, 456 Entertainment's Bam Margera (MTV's "Jackass", "Viva La Bam") said, "We're stoked to have VIKING SKULL on board. They are the hottest rock 'n' roll band to come out of the U.K. since BLACK SABBATH." Carson Daly, who co-founded 456 Entertainment, added, "Your favorite rock and roll band now sucks — VIKING SKULL will out-distort, out-solo, and out-rock all others." More...
End of Destiny's Full Debut Album Available Online
Open Grave Records and HM magazine have made the debut album from END OF DESTINY, "The Thoughtless Existence", available for streaming for the next two weeks prior to its official street date of October 10. Check it out at www.hmmag.com.
Consisting of Patrick Daniels (guitar), Daniel Terry (vocals), Buddy Reno (bass), Mike Yahne (keyboards), and Joe Wren (drums), END OF DESTINY began in late 2005. The band released a demo album, entitled "We the Walking Dead, Brought Back to Life", in early 2006, which promptly gained the interest of Open Grave Records and led to their signing. More...
Vader Post "Controversial" New Video to MySpace
Candlelight USA has posted to its official My Space page the new video from VADER. The controversial clip can be viewed by bringing your browser to www.myspace.com/candlelightrecordsusa and clicking on the "video" section (located under the label's phoenix logo on the upper left-hand side of the page).
VADER's new album “Impressions in Blood” is in stores now and available via Candlelight USA's web store at www.candlelightrecordsusa.com
In Flames and Lacuna Coil Announce Tour Dates
IN FLAMES, LACUNA COIL and SOIL will be teaming up for a North American tour in December. Confirmed dates so far are as follows:
Dec. 05 - Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa
Dec. 06 - Philadelphia, PA @ Electric Factory
Dec. 07 - Hartford, CT @ Webster Theatre
Dec. 08 - Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
Dec. 09 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
Dec. 11 - Montreal, QC @ Metropolis
Dec. 12 - Toronto, ON @ Kool Haus
Dec. 16 - Detroit, MI @ Harpo's
Burnt By The Sun Records New Material
New Jersey quintet Burnt By The Sun recently logged time in Belford, New Jersey's Wet Side Studio with engineer Mike Hill to record their first new material in over three years.
The recording marks Burnt By The Sun's (Municipal Waste drummer Dave Witte, guitarists John Adubato and Nick Hale, bassist Ted Patterson, vocalist Mike Olender) first foray into a recording studio since 2003's "The Perfect Is the Enemy of the Good," as well as Hale's debut on second guitar with the band.
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The band recorded several tracks, including a brand new song titled "Goliath" and a new version of "When Corporations Rule Your Mom" (originally released on Ferret Music as part of a split release with Luddite Clone). "Goliath" will see a fall release via Relapse Records as part of a split 7" with New York's Car Bomb.
The writing of the new Burnt By The Sun album will continue through the winter for a projected late-2007 release.
Gory Blister Announce Italian Dates
Long-running Italian technical death metallers GORY BLISTER have lined up the following dates during the coming months:
Oct. 31 - Halloween Night - C.S.A. 167 Parabita - Lecce (Italy)
Nov. 01 - First Floor Rock - Pescara (Italy)
Dec. 02 - Rock Club - Ronchi Dei legionari -Gorizia (Italy)
GORY BLISTER is currently working on material for the follow-up to "Skymorphosis", tentatively due next year. The as-yet-untitled CD will contain eight songs and a possible bonus track. A European tour will follow.
Interview
Interview With Shimera's Susanne Gentry
Tampa, Florida death metal act SHIMERA throw down a lean, mean and technically supreme form of heavy music. Unlike most current bands of this genre, Shimera isn't at all plagued with the over-used blast beat and ridiculously distorted guitar syndrome. They know how to find the groove. And to me, that's what Rock n Roll is about in the first damn place. The band, currently auditioning bass players for their lineup, is made up of James Seaton on lead/rhythm guitar & vocals, Brian Mourer on lead and rhythm guitar and Susanne Gentry on drums.
Arch Enemy Frontwoman Joins Megadeth On Stage
Vocalist Angela Gossow of ARCH ENEMY — who are touring North America as part of Gigantour 2006 (also featuring LAMB OF GOD, OPETH, OVERKILL, THE SMASHUP, INTO ETERNITY and SANCTITY in addition to the headliner MEGADETH) — has posted the following message on her MySpace page:
"Chicago, Columbus and Detroit rocked! Especially Chicago the crowd was insane! And to everybody who is coming out the signings: Thank you for buying our stuff and your wonderful words. Meeting you all is pure fuel for the soul.
"Last night I joined MEGADETH on stage during the chorus of 'Peace Sells'. It was a 10-seconds-ultra-rush. I stood at the side of the stage, not feeling too nervous. Then you get the 'Go' sign from the stage manager, who is also watching the fireworks. I run up to Dave's mic and then suddenly IT hit me. I AM STANDING NEXT TO DAVE MUSTAINE, SINGING PEACE SELLS AND HEARING IS VOICE TOGETHER WITH MINE. I believe my heart exploded at this moment. And my brain. I got it on video cam so I can watch it again. I can hardly believe I WAS THERE. MUST. DO. IT. AGAIN. We will put the file on the website in a few days.. More...
Sonata Arctica Begin Rehearsing For New Album
Finnish melodic metallers SONATA ARCTICA have commenced the songwriting process for their follow-up to 2004's "Reckoning Night". A rehearsal "diary" detailing the band's progress has been launched via the group's official web site at this location.
As previously reported, SONATA ARCTICA's live DVD, "For the Sake of Revenge", has been certified gold in the band's home country for sales in excess of 5,000 copies. The set entered the Finnish Music DVD chart at position No. 1 back in June. The CD version of "For the Sake of Revenge" landed on the national album chart at No. 26.
Cryptopsy Announce More North American Tour Dates
Quebec-based death metallers CRYPTOPSY have lined up the following dates during October:
Oct. 04 - Ottawa, ON @ Maverick's
Oct. 05 - Hamilton, ON @ Absinthe
Oct. 06 - Royun Noranfda, QC @ Petit Theatre
Oct. 07 - Toronto, ON @ The Opera House
Oct. 08 - London, ON @ Embassy
Oct. 09 - Sudbury, ON @ Shriner's Hall
Oct. 11 - Thunder Bay, ON @ Kilroy's
Oct. 12 - Winnipeg. MB @ Royal Albert Arms
Oct. 13 - Regina, SK @ Exchange
Oct. 14 - Edmonton, AL @ The Mead Hall
Oct. 16 - Victoria, BC @ Sugar Nightclub
Oct. 17 - Vancouver, BC @ Columbia
Oct. 19 - Calgary, AB @ The Stetson
Oct. 21 - Minneapolis, MN @ Quest Club
Oct. 22 - Mokena, Ill @ The Pearl Room
Oct. 23 - Cleveland, OH @ Peabody's
CRYPTOPSY is continuing to tour in support of its latest album, "Once Was Not" (Century Media).
Ares Kingdom Announce West Coast Dates
Kansas City's self-proclaimed "only death/thrash metal band" ARES KINGDOM will embark on a short West Coast tour this November. The infernal thrashing begins on Friday, November 3 in Oakland, CA and will run from Seattle to Tijuana. Venues will be announced shortly. Confirmed dates are as follows:
Nov. 03 - Oakland, CA
Nov. 04 - Seattle, WA
Nov. 05 - Portland, OR
Nov. 07 - San Francisco, CA
Nov. 09 - Los Angeles, CA
Nov. 10 - Tijuana, Mexico
Nov. 11 - San Diego, CA
Check www.areskingdom.com for the latest information. More...
Altaria Post 'Frozen Hearts' Video Online
Finnish melodic metallers ALTARIA have posted their video for the song "Frozen Hearts" at YouTube.com. The clip features footage from the band's European tour with SONATA ARCTICA and DORO.
"Frozen Hearts" comes off ALTARIA's third album, "The Fallen Empire", which was released this past. The follow-up to 2004's "Divinity" was mixed the Black Lounge Studios in Sweden. Former DIO guitarist Rowan Robertson makes a guest appearance on a track called "The Lion" and keyboardist Henrik Klingenberg (SONATA ARCTICA, SILENT VOICES) is featured on a song called "The Dying Flame", which is an 8-minute epic. More...
Deicide Announce Australian Dates
DEICIDE will return to Australia and New Zealand for the first time in 12 years in support of its latest full-length release, "The Stench of Redemption". The following dates have been announced:
Dec. 11 - Per - Heat Nightclub
Dec. 12 - Adelaide, HQ Nightclub
Dec. 13 - Melbourne, The Hi Fi Bar
Dec. 14 - Sydney, The Gaelic Club
Dec. 15 - Auckland, The Studio
Dec. 16 - Christchurch, The Civic
Dec. 17 - Brisbane, The Arena More...
Watch Still Remains' “To Live And Die by Fire”
There is one more new live video of Still Remains playing their track “To Live And Die by Fire” available for viewing online at the Underground Video Television website. The footage was taken in Syracuse NY at The Furnace earlier this year & completes all the live material shot at this performance. Other live videos online at UVTV of the band include “White Walls”, “In Place Of Hope”, and a NIN cover of “Head Like A Hole”. Still Remains is currently writing material for their next album on Roadrunner.
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