Hatchet
Formed: 2006
From:
CA,
United States
Last Known Status: Active
Latest Hatchet News
Below is our complete Hatchet news coverage, including columns and articles pertaining to the band. Some articles listed may be indirectly related, such as side projects of the band members, etc.
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Kataklysm Reveals North American Tour Dates
Canadian death metal veterans Kataklysm has revealed the dates for their previously announced headlining run of North America. They will be joined on the trek by groove metal pioneers Exhorder, Brazilian death metal outfit Krisiun and thrash metal outfit Hatchet.
Kataklysm frontman Maurizio Iacono comments, "It took a while for us to get a full North American tour put together for 'Meditations' due to an extensive schedule and also the arrival of my little boy earlier this year. But, we are finally here and with a hell of a package this time. We are very excited to share the stage with the legendary Exhorder; 'Slaughter of the Vatican' is one of my all time favourite records. And to round off the package having our brothers in Krisiun with us and the thrash outfit Hatchet is gonna make this a memorable tour. We will play a varied set of the bands discography and of course. our latest album Meditations, all wrapped up in a devastating live show as only Kataklysm can deliver. It's gonna be sick. See you all very soon."
The tour dates are as follows: More...
Kataklysm Announces North American Tour
Canadian death metal veterans Kataklysm has announced that they will be embarking on a headlining tour across North America this September. While no dates have been revealed as of yet, the band has confirmed that rounding off a stellar lineup will be New Orleans groove metal pioneers Exhorder, Brazilian death metal stalwarts Krisiun and thrash metal revivalists Hatchet. More details will be revealed as soon as they're announced.
In the meantime, Kataklysm have the following dates scheduled:
May 10 - Cyclone - Shibuya-ku, Japan
July 11 - Dong Open Air - Neukirchen-vluyn, Germany
July 19 - Gefle Metal Festival - Gävle, Sweden
July 27 - Heavy Montreal - Montreal, QC
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Relentless Raven Wrecks London
When digging through what was labelled the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal, fans can find a plethora of amazing music, with so many different styles of heavy metal at a time before the likes of thrash and death metal were established genres. A common theme though is bands losing members to the point where groups such as Diamond Head, Tygers Of Pan Tang, Saxon and Venom only have one member who appeared on the first album. However, one of the era's most exciting bands, Raven, still have their backbone firmly in place, as the Gallagher brothers (John and Mark) are still going and after forty four years, making sure the Raven is flying as high as ever. Now with a new drummer, Mike Heller, the trio are on a headlining tour across Europe and all who attend are guaranteed a great show.
Opening up their final British show of the tour was Manchester based hard rockers, Heavy Sentence. I've criticised some bands in the past for offering nothing new but in this case, it was good fun to hear some no frills, balls out rock and roll in the vein of Motorhead and Rose Tattoo. As opening band, they almost naturally played to the smallest crowd of the night, though those that weren't here were treated to some hard and heavy, foot tapping rock. Sometimes the simplest things in life can be the finest. More...
Exmortus & The Absence Announce Summer Tour
Exmortus will release their new effort “The Sound Of Steel” on June 08th via Prosthetic Records. To support this new release the group will be headlining ‘The Summer Of Steel Tour“, which will find them joined by The Absence, Hatchet & Novareign. Immortal Guardian, Black Fast and Micawber will perform on select dates.
06/28 San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick (Exmortus only)
06/29 Tucson, AZ – The Rock (Exmortus only)
06/30 Albuquerque, NM – Launchpad (Exmortus only)
With The Absence, Hatchet, Novareign & Immortal Guardian:
07/01 Tulsa, OK – The Shrine
07/02 Fort Worth, TX – Rail Club
07/03 Austin, TX – Come and Take It Live
With The Absence, Hatchet, Novareign & Black Fast:
07/05 Tampa, FL – Crowbar
07/07 Spartanburg, SC – Ground Zero
07/08 Richmond, VA – Canal Club (no Black Fast)
07/09 Clifton, NJ – Dingbatz
Exmortus, The Absence, Hatchet, Novareign:
07/10 Brooklyn, NY – St. Vitus
07/12 Quebec City, QC – Source de le Martinere
07/13 Toronto, ON – Hard Luck Bar
07/15 Joliet, IL – The Forge (feat. Micawber)
07/17 Kansas City, MO – Riot Room (feat. Micawber)
07/18 Denver, CO – Roxy Theater
07/19 Salt Lake City, UT – Club X
07/20 Boise, ID – The Shredder
07/22 Seattle, WA – Club SUR
07/23 Portland, OR – Twilight Cafe & Bar
07/24 Oakland, CA – Metro Opera House
Exmortus also have a June 07th show booked at The Whisky in Hollywood, CA with Kataklysm.
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Flotsam and Jetsam Thrashes Austin
Sunday December 4, 2016—
Veteran speedsters Helstar and Flotsam stopped in Austin, Texas for an old school metal throw down. New wave thrashers, Hatchet warmed up the crowd. Hair flew, fists pumped and even a mosh pit or two broke out. From pure speed to concrete grooves, from high pitch vocals to growls, the show was a lesson in true metal. More...
Helstar Announces Tour With Flotsam And Jetsam
Texas old-school metal group Helstar just announced a tour of the USA this November/December with Flotsam and Jetsam and Hatchet. Helstar released new album "Vampiro" on August 26th via David Ellefson's EMP Label Group.
James Rivera says: "So as the world turns. Here you go my friends. The kind of tour I have been waiting for a life time for! Funny thing is it couldn't get any closer to home since I once filled in and sang with Flotsam myself. Wow!
"This is going to be one hell of a full on metal show. So for all of you who are into the real shit! This is the tour you do not want to miss! Vampiro is very happy and looking forward to transforming as many souls possible!!!" More...
Hatchet Premieres Music Video "Tearing Into Hell"
San Francisco Bay Area thrash metal outfit Hatchet premieres a new music video for "Tearing Into Hell", taken from the band's latest album "Fear Beyond Lunacy", out in stores via The End Records.
Check out now "Tearing Into Hell" below.
States guitarist/vocalist Julz Ramos: More...
Hatchet Reveals The "Prophet Of Delusion"
California thrashers Hatchet are streaming the new track "Prophet of Delusion." The song is another new track from the upcoming release "Fear Beyond Lunacy," which drops this Friday via The End Records.
The track list for the album is:
1. Where Time Cannot Exist
2. Living in Extinction (see lyric video here)
3. Lethal Injustice
4. In Fear We Trust
5. Killing Indulgence
6. Dead and Gone
7. Tearing into Hell
8. Prophet of Delusion
9. The World Beyond (track streaming here)
10. Frozen Hell
11. Awaiting Evil
Check out "Prophet of Delusion" here: More...
Hatchet Premieres Video "Living In Extinction"
San Francisco Bay Area thrash metal outfit Hatchet premieres the lyric video "Living In Extinction", taken from new album "Far Beyond Lunacy," the band's third long player. The album is set to drop on October 30th via The End Records. The new album marks the recording debut of the new lineup behind founding member, vocalist and lead guitarist Julz Ramos: Clayton Cagle on guitar, Kody Barba on bass, and Ben Smith on drums.
Explains Ramos: More...
Hatchet Takes You To "The World Beyond"
Bay Area thrash act Hatchet unleashed a stream of the new track "The World Beyond." The song will appear on the new album "Far Beyond Lunacy," the band's third long player. The album is set to drop on October 30th via The End Records.
"Far Beyond Lunacy" is the first album to feature new members Joey Karpowicz (ex-Intruder) on bass and Ben Smith on drums. The track list for the release is:
1. Where Time Cannot Exist
2. Living in Extinction
3. Lethal Injustice
4. In Fear We Trust
5. Killing Indulgence
6. Dead and Gone
7. Tearing into Hell
8. Prophet of Delusion
9. The World Beyond
10. Frozen Hell
11. Awaiting Evil More...
Hatchet Announces New Bassist
San Francisco thrash band Hatchet has announced Kody Barba as its new Bassist. The band comments:
"Kody has made quite the journey from Harrisburg Pennsylvania to join us in recording the album. His presence will definitely be heard on the new album and his style is awesome! We thank him in his commitment and faith in the Hatchet name and he is bringing a new, excited energy to the group."
You can check out an introduction video on the band's Facebook page.
As previously reported, Hatchet has begun recording its third full-length studio album, set to be released summer 2015 via The End Records/ADA.
Hatchet To Record New Album
San Francisco natives and thrash metallers HATCHET will enter the studio March 22 to record their third full-length studio album, dropping Summer 2015 via The End Records/ADA. Since their Summer 2014 show run with Flotsam & Jetsam, the HATCHET camp has been preparing the follow-up to 2013’s acclaimed "Dawn Of The End" album (via The End Records/ADA) with an arsenal of new tracks by lead vocalist/guitarist Julz Ramos.
"Musically the material has been shaping up to be a big step into an even more unique sound. It will be littered with guitar harmonies, diverse tempos and above all will still hold together a thrash attack that will make the Bay Area proud…. Until then thrash on HATCHET legions!!!" —Ramos
After self-releasing two demos, HATCHET’s debut album, "Awaiting Evil," was released in mid-2008 via Metal Blade Records. The album was well-received by thrash enthusiasts around the globe and proved a great beginning for the band. Since the release of the debut, HATCHET has completed three full DIY US tours as well as their 2013 sophomore effort through The End Records, which saw them touring with Soilwork, Jeff Loomis, Threat Signal, Black Tide, Cellador, Exmortus and Flotsam & Jetsam.
Hatchet Parts With Drummer Eli Lucas
After nearly three years, Hatchet has parted ways with drummer Eli Lucas. "Eli has decided to pursue other opportunities outside of music and while we will miss his awesome drumming and blistering live charisma, we wish him the best," commented the band.
Hatchet is currently seeking a new drummer and has posted the following update to that end:
"As of 10/25/14 Hatchet is searching for a new dedicated, professional, and talented drummer who is committed to playing music. This person must have: 2 to 3 years stage experience playing/touring. Pro gear and pro attitude. Willing to tour nationally and beyond in 2015. Local to the SF Bay Area preferred but not required. No Druggies, flakes, or egos welcome. Serious and realistic candidates only. We are looking to fill this position ASAP. All inquiries contact: Hatchet.metal@gmail.com"
Flotsam And Jetsam Announces New Tour Dates
Thrash metal act Flotsam and Jetsam is set to return to the road this summer with thrash newcomers Exmortus, along with be San Francisco's Hatchet as the opening act.
"No Place On Tour 2014" will begin on July 9th in Hollywood, CA at the Whisky a Go Go and wraps up at Club Red in Mesa, AZ on July 19th. The full list of dates are available below.
Flotsam and Jetsam drummer Kelly Smith comments: "We are psyched to be hitting the west coast again in support of both Ugly Noise and No Place for Disgrace (2014). Coming right off the summer festivals in Europe we will be fired up and ready to shred. With the addition of Steve Conley(F5) and the return of Michael Spencer it promises to be a killer show."
Flotsam and Jetsam released "No Place For Disgrace - 2014" in March of this year. The re-recorded thrash album is available on CD and digitally.
07/09 Hollywood, CA Whisky a Go Go
07/10 San Francisco, CA Slim's
07/11 Orangevale, CA Boardwalk
07/12 Portland, OR Tonic Lounge
07/13 Seattle, WA Studio Seven
07/15 Spokane, WA Club 412
07/16 Boise, ID The Shredder
07/17 Salt Lake City, UT LoFi Cafe
07/18 Las Vegas, NV LVCS
07/19 Mesa, AZ Club Red More...
Cellador To Support Hatchet And Diamond Plate
Denver, CO metal outfit Cellador is taking its brand of speedy power metal on the road to San Francisco act Hatchet and Chicago trio Diamond Plate on the upcoming "America Under Plague" North American tour. Confirmed dates so far are as follows:
04/11: Tulsa, OK @ Downtown Lounge
04/12: Oklahoma City, OK @ Chameleon Room (Leon’s Lounge)
04/13: Dallas, TX @ The Boiler Room
04/15: Houston, TX @ Scout Bar
04/16: Austin, TX @ Dirty Dog Bar
04/18: Big Spring, TX @ Sugars Bar
04/22: Las Vegas, NV @ The Dive Bar
04/23: Phoenix, AZ @ Club Red (Red Owl)
04/24: Fullerton, CA @ The Slidebar
04/25: Canoga Park, CA @ Cobalt Café
04/26: Walnut Creek, CA @ Red House Live
04/27: Sacramento, CA @ Press Club
04/30: Sparks, NV @ The Alley
05/01: Salt Lake City, UT @ Burt’s Tiki Lounge
05/02: Denver, CO @ Moon Room More...
Diamond Plate Announces Tour With Hatchet
Chicago metal trio Diamond Plate has confirmed an upcoming U.S. tour with Bay Area thrashers Hatchet.
The "America Under Plague" tour kicks off in Tulsa, Oklahoma on April 11th, just days after Diamond Plate wraps up its current five-week U.S. tour with East of the Wall. Also appearing on the America Under Plague tour will be Colorado power metallers Cellador. Diamond Plate comments:
"Back in the early days of us playing shows in Chicago, Hatchet would always be the band from California that we looked forward to bringing out to our scene the most. They even played Konrad's 18th birthday show. Years later, we're pumped to finally hit the road with our friends and bring heavy music to new scenes across the USA. The road for Diamond Plate doesn't end in 2014!" More...
Hatchet Posts New Music Video
California thrashers Hatchet have posted a music video for the new track "Signals of Infection." The song will appear on the band's forthcoming sophomore full length LP "Dawn of the Dead," due out on March 5, 2013 via The End Records.
The track list for "Dawn of the End" is:
1. After The Dark
2. Silenced By Death
3. Screams Of The Night
4. Fall From Grace
5. Revelations Of Good And Evil
6. Signals Of Infection
7. Dawn Of The End
8. Sinister Thoughts
9. Welcome To The Plague
10. Vanishing Point
Check out "Signals Of Infection" here: More...
Hatchet Streaming Album's Title Track
Hatchet has teamed up with Noisecreep.com to stream the title track off "Dawn of the End," which can be heard right here. The album's track listing is as follows:
01. After The Dark
02. Silenced By Death
03. Screams Of The Night
04. Fall From Grace
05. Revelations Of Good And Evil
06. Signals Of Infection
07. Dawn Of The End
08. Sinister Thoughts
09. Welcome To The Plague
10. Vanishing Point More...
Hatchet Signs To The End, Readies New Album
Since releasing their debut album, “Awaiting Evil,” via Metal Blade in 2008, and completing 3 full DIY U.S. tours, Hatchet went through some lineup changes, which stalled overall progress of the group. Throughout the changes, founding member Julz Ramos always had the passion to keep the band going, even moving to take on vocal duties. Now the band has settled down with a new lineup and readying its sophomore effort, “Dawn of the End,” which will be released on their new label, The End Records, in March of 2013.
Julz commented on the signing to The End Records:
Hatchet is beyond thrilled to announce our signing to The End Records. They have a vast array of genres and styles within the label and it will be very interesting and exciting to see how Hatchet can expand its sonic force within the label. We have been shopping our new full length album to various key labels, however The End's straight forward interest, excitement and approach to the band was a refreshing one for us to see. Further talks have only strengthened this feeling and we are happy to see the label already has some ideas and avenues they are thinking about to help push us in the right direction. Album details and release dates to shortly follow.
Warbringer To Headline Charity Concert
California thrash metal act Warbringer has been announced as the headline act at this year's "Thrashgiving" charity event. The benefit concert to feed the needy is set to take place on Saturday, November 20 at Cheyenne Saloon in Las Vegas, Nevada. Support on the bill will come from Hatchet, Hexen, Vektor, Malus Rex and Control the Chaos.
Event organizers commented by saying:
"Two years ago we debuted the concept of Thrashgiving bringing together out-of-state and local artists performing thrash metal music for the benefit of the needy and we're doing it again. Even bigger and better this year in an attempt to make this an event held annually in Las Vegas. All proceeds from the show will go to the Rescue Mission and Boys Town. So attend a good show and know that your charitable ticket price will be donated to these organizations to help the less fortunate have a nice holiday.