Metal News for October 17, 2014
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Podcast
Metalunderground.com Official Podcast, Episode 35
In addition to the upcoming Attila show at Fort Lauderdale’s Revolution Live on Friday, November 14th (supported by Crown The Empire and Like Moths To Flames), we at the MetalUnderground.com Official Podcast are now staging another ticket giveaway contest through the same venue: The Ghost Inside (supported by Every Time I Die and Architects) on Sunday, November 30th. If interested, submit your full name matching your ID to podcast@metalunderground.com with one of the headlining bands in the subject line.
We launch this week’s episode with the song “These Empty Skies” from Keychain, a melodic hard rock five-piece based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The band formed in Novi Sad, Serbia, in 2009 covering songs by Godsmack, Shinedown, and (hold your tongue) Nickelback. After a disbandment and reformation, Keychain is currently working on a full-length original studio album.
Then co-host Mike Smith (OverkillExposure) reports on his adventures this week on the road. He joined members of Lynchburg, Virginia metallers Mourn The Illusion on a whirlwind trek through North Carolina, starting with a headlining show by Italy’s Lacuna Coil at Greensboro’s Greene Street Club and a lively interview with the warm and lovely Cristina Scabbia (vocals). The following day came a jaunt over to Tremont Music Hall in Charlotte, an intimate, underground, sparsely promoted show, and a “special evening with” Soulfly and the entire Cavalera Tribe. Stay tuned for Mike’s rundown of events.
Finally - and you knew we couldn’t leave this one alone - Mike and co-host Kevin Perez (n0thinghead) serve up the in-depth review and analysis you’ve been anticipating (or dreading) for months: Slipknot’s upcoming fifth full-length “.5: The Gray Chapter.” While reactions on at least one of our parts are a tad early, and a patented opinion might require a few more listens, we nonetheless do our enthusiastic best to describe in thorough detail the essence of this fascinating and rather unpredictable work of metal (and yes, Slipknot IS metal).
Listen in here, subscribe via iTunes or RSS feed, and enjoy! And not to worry - after today, we’re finished with Slipknot for the foreseeable future. Perhaps.
Interview
The House Of Capricorn Discusses New Album
On November 9th a new star will blaze into the sky, rising from the depths of New Zealand to light the way of a new era where the morning star alone reigns.
Covered back in 2012 in our look at the underground genre-blending metal scene, The House Of Capricorn's new album "Morning Star Rise" is nearing official release next month through Svart Records (read our review here), and pre-order info can be found at this location.
Vocalist Marko Pavlovic of the Aukland-based group was eager to share his vision of apocalyptic devil rock for the world, and now you seekers of the left hand path can dive into his dark wisdom through our interview below. More...
Headline News
Structures Going On Indefinite Hiatus
Structures has checked in with the following announcement about lining up a farewell tour in December:
"We are saddened to announce that Structures will be going on an indefinite hiatus come 2015. This is not an easy decision considering how much we have put into this band since it's inception in 2009, however we all feel that a healthy break is necessary for each of us for various personal reasons. We are all on good terms and have made this decision collectively.
"We want to thank all of our fans, new and old, for supporting the music we have made throughout the last few years. You are what allowed us to live out our dreams and for that we are forever grateful. To all of the bands we have toured with and the friendships that have been formed along the way, thank you for the unforgettable times on the road and the great shows that we've shared. Thank you to Sumerian Records for giving us a platform to release our music. Thanks to Outerloop Management, Good Fight, Pantheon, Avocado and The Agency Group for all your help through the years.
"This tour will be a farewell tour of sorts, however, we are not fully closing the idea of picking things back up if and when the time is right. Who knows what tomorrow brings.
"We're also excited to have Nick joining us on these dates. It only makes sense that we finish off how we started. We will be playing songs from our entire catalogue.
"Looking forward to playing some fun shows around home with Obey The Brave, our hometown friends in Exalt and Villains. See you at the dates below and thanks for your support, we love you all."
12/4 St. Catharines @ Detour Music Hall
12/5 London @ London Music Hall
12/6 Toronto @ Tattoo
12/7 Hamilton @ Absinthe
12/9 Montreal @ La Sala Rossa
12/10 Ottawa @ Ritual
12/11 Quebec City @ Le Cercle
12/13 Guelph @ DSTRCT * no OTB More...
Gnosis Announces Album Release
With distinguished pride and anticipation, Nuclear War Now! Productions is pleased to announce January 15th, 2015 as the international release date for Gnosis's debut album, "The Third-Eye Gate." Nuclear War Now! had this to say:
"Hailing from Florida (and its members having previously participated in other regional bands of somewhat disparate styles), Gnosis was born into the esteemed lineage of a highly-regarded tradition in black/death metal.
"Their geographic roots notwithstanding, Gnosis (from the Greek term denoting a 'religion of knowledge') may actually share more in common musically with the tradition of the country from which the name is derived. Though the band is clearly anything but a clone of a previously established style or aesthetic, the riffs themselves exude characteristics similar to those that adorn the ancient Greek canon of black metal (Varathron, in particular, comes to mind). On the other hand - and further confirming the difficulty in strictly characterizing the band’s output according to a particular sound - the vocals, song structures, and atmosphere are more reminiscent of Goetia-era Mystifier.
"These elements combine most effectively to produce a singular result that is both unique in and of itself, while at the same time paying homage to the ancestors of two distinct heritages that laid the foundations upon which this temple of wretchedness could be built."
The album's track listing is as follows:
1. Intro
2. Primaeval Light
3. The Plague of Azotus
4. Temple of the Sea
5. Chariot of the Sun-Moon
6. Cult of the Great Serpent
7. Lotan's Dwelling
8. Apzu Tiamatu
9. Gnosis
10. The Third-Eye Gate More...
Foreseen HKI Streaming "Market Target"
Following initial reports of when 20 Buck Spin would be releasing Foreseen HKI's "Helsinki Savagery" in late in November, the album was just too unstable and uncontainable to keep under wraps that long, forcing the label to push the street date forward two weeks.
Now that the Finnish crossover killers' debut LP is set to detonate stateside in just three weeks, Vice Magazine's Noisey blog has initiated the next wave of bloodshed from the album, unloading the destructive "Market Target." Check it out below.
You can also hear the previously released song "Death Injection" over at this location. "Helsinki Savagery" is locked for impact via 20 Buck Spin on CD and digital formats in North America on November 11th, while the European street date remains at November 24th. More...
Modern Life Is War Announces European Shows
Modern Life Is War is set to return to the U.K. and Europe for a string of new tour dates in April 2015.
“It's been too long since we've been to the UK and Europe,” says singer Jeff Eaton. “A big thank you to all of you who have continually supported this band and awaited our return. April can't come soon enough!”
Fri 10 Apr Sound Control, Manchester
Sat 11 Apr Underworld, London
Sun 12 Apr Nouveau Casino, Paris
Mon 13 Apr Schlachthof, Wiesbaden
Tues 14 Apr Conne Island Leipzig
Wed 15 Apr Arena, Vienna
Thur 16 Apr Underground, Cologne
Fri 17 Apr Dynamo, Eindhoven
Sat 18 Apr De Kreun, Kortijk More...
Anatomy Of Habit Streaming New Track
"Ciphers + Axioms" is the forthcoming full-length from Chicago post-metal/noise rock collective, Anatomy Of Habit.
Fronted by noise prodigy Mark Solotroff of Bloodyminded, Anatomy Of Habit features drummer John McEntire (Tortoise, The Sea And Cake, Gastr Del Sol etc.), guitarist Will Lindsay (Indian, Wolves In The Throne Room etc.), percussionist Theo Katsaounis (Joan Of Arc) and bassist Kenny Rasmussen (ex-Radar Eyes).
The album was tracked at Soma Studios with sound sage Sanford Parker (Minsk, Twilight, Corrections House). In celebration of its imminent unveiling next month on November 10th, today HeathenHarvest.org thrusts forth opening track "Radiate And Recede," a disturbing canticle of controlled paranoia. Listen in below. More...
Rings Of Saturn Streaming Full New Album
The third full-length from Rings Of Saturn, titled "Lugal Ki En," has officially infiltrated the population and is now available worldwide through Unique Leader Records. You can stream the entire album in the YouTube player below.
Based on a lyrical concept in which the aliens wage war on the angels and demons of the universe after having conquered humanity, the album was produced by Brette Ciamarra at Studio 344 (Kamikabe, Those Who Fear, Trophies), and features conceptual art pieces by Mark Cooper of Mind Rape Art.
Soon Rings Of Saturn will embark on a new tour, supplying guest support for As Blood Runs Black. Dates are available after the video. More...
Sylosis Unveils New Album Artwork
Sylosis today has revealed the artwork for "Dormant Heart," which was created by Bristol based artist Bonfire.
On the theme of the artwork, the band comments: "The cover relates to sacrifice (the sacrificial lamb is more of a symbol than something to be taken literally) but also the looming, oppressing figure in the background represents corruption and being forced into something against your will."
Pre-orders for the new album are now live at this location. Sylosis also had this to say about the impending release:
“It's the most pissed-off, aggressive and intense album we've done, yet it still retains the epic, progressive and melodic side we're also known for. It's a very gloomy and atmospheric album. We've been through a lot as a band and individuals and we've made our darkest album to date. The title refers to people going through life on autopilot and being one of the herd, how a lot of people simply accept the way things are just because it's 'tradition' as opposed to taking a good look at the world around you and thinking for yourself. Sometimes there are catalysts that happen and change our perspective or consciousness.”
"Dormant Heart" is set to be released January 16th, 2015 via Nuclear Blast. A play through video for the new song "Mercy" can also be found at this location. More...
Subservience Releases New EP
Sussex, U.K. death metal powerhouse Subservience today releases the brand new EP "Upheaval," and all four tracks are available for streaming below.
You can also pick up your copy at Bandcamp here. The following press release was issued about the band:
"Since forming in 2010 Subservience have been gathering a great reputation across their native U.K. and beyond with their corrosive blend of groove laden extreme metal. Having already released a demo ‘Blueprint To Chaos’ in 2010, a split with Sa-da-KO in 2011 and two crushing EP’s ‘Dystopia’ and ‘Ripped In Half’ in 2012 and 2013 respectively; Subservience are right on queue and have unleashed yet another beast of a record. Drawing influence from the classic death metal bands of yesteryear as well as the recent breed of modern greats you will find no self-indulgent displays here."
The track listing is:
1. Upheaval 04:29
2. Inhuman Savagery 04:20
3. Slither 05:15
4. Divine Malevolence 04:51 More...
BornBroken Releases New Lyric Video
Recently announcing a new lineup with extreme vocalist Jeff Boisvert (ex-Forbidden Sin) and the ferocious drumming of Steve Burns (Mythosis), Montreal groove metal band BornBroken is proud to unleash to fans a new lyric video for "Watch The World Unwind," recorded and produced by Chris Donaldson (Cryptopsy).
Guitarist Mike Decker comments: "We're happy to have had this opportunity to give our fans a bigger better taste of the new single with this lyric video. Not only can you hear the cry, but you can see it now!!! Thanks again "the broken" fans for being loyal, kind and most of all METAL to the CORE!!!!"
The new BornBroken lineup will also be performing a first show supporting The Agonist on November 7th in Montreal, QC at Foufounes Electriques alongside Ogenix, Red Skies and Temptist. More...
Triosphere Streaming "The Heart's Dominion"
Norwegian power/progressive act Triosphere released a lyric video for the new track "The Heart's Dominion." The song is taken from the upcoming new release "The Heart of the Matter," which is scheduled for release on November 7th via AFM Records.
The track list for the album is:
1. My Fortress
2. Steal Away the Light
3. The Sentinel
4. Breathless
5. Departure
6. The Heart's Dominion
7. As I Call
8. Relentless
9. The Sphere
10. Remedy
11. Storyteller
12. Virgin Ground
Check out "The Heart's Dominion" here: More...
Sodom Releasing New EP
Tom Angelripper had this to say about new EP "Sacred Warpath" and on the state of the world:
"Since we've been getting the impression that the world is falling apart at the seams, we've decided to make our voices head ... while there's still time. 'Sacred Warpath' was originally written for our upcoming album, but we feel it's a good idea to release it now as an appetizer for future Sodom tracks.
"Because it's going to get raw, brutal and will be a reflection of all the things that we're afraid of and that give us nightmares. Pretty much like that hate-filled world we live in. And it's probably more authentic than any of our releases so far.
"The record includes three representative titles which we recorded in Germany this year, and it's guaranteed to become a rare collectors' item. The cover will feature a re-paint of an old design from the 80s, which I did for a demo cover, painted in oil by Christian Ermel. This may all sound a little old-school, but that's intentional. That's what we've always been and always will be about. We very much hope to tie over the waiting time until the arrival of our new album. And now listen to my unmistakable demand on this world: turn back on your sacred warpath and find the path of peace before it's too late. Our music will help you!"
The "Sacred Warpath" EP will be released worldwide through SPV / Steamhammer on November 28th in Germany, December 1st in Europe, and late January 2015 in the USA on CD, 10" clear vinyl, and digital download formats. The track listing is:
1. Sacred Warpath
2. The Saw Is The Law (live)
3. City Of God (live)
4. Stigmatized (live) More...
Twisted Wrath Splits With Bassist
Twisted Wrath has issued the following announcement about parting ways with the band's bass player:
"It is with great sadness that we announce the departure of Twisted Wrath bassist, Niall McGuinness.
"Niall has been an integral part of the writing process on both our last release, 'Madman's Chorus,' and on the new material for our upcoming album, as well as sharing the stage with us supporting bands such as Anthrax, Michael Schenker Group, Exodus and Hell.
"But after careful consideration, Niall has come to the conclusion that it would best for both himself and the band if he was to step back.
"Niall was not just a band mate, but is also a best friend, and we wish him the best in his future musical endeavours and thank him for bringing such professionalism and unmatchable musicianship to the band for over 2 years." More...
Get Well Fund Established For Bernie Versailles
Following the news of Bernie Versailles' illness, a get well fund has been established in part by Juan Garcia (Agent Steel/Abattoir) for the Redemption/Agent Steel guitarist and his family to offset compounding medical bills. Ten days ago, the news broke that Versailles suffered an aneurysm and was in a coma.
The launch page reads: "On the morning October 5, 2014; Bernie Versailles suffered an aneurysm and was rushed to the emergency room for an operation. Many of you may know, and love Bernie as family, a friend, or as a fan of his amazing talented guitar playing, songwriting, and musical endeavors with Agent Steel, Engine, Redemption, and many other projects. Bernie is a fighter and is prone to overcoming odds. His personality and soul is unmatched and his marks on people's lives is undeniable.
"Every day he is in the hospital is very costly. This page was created to assist his family, Soma and his young children Sevina and Apollo with the medical bills that are accruing. Every dollar and prayer helps a very loved soul who has given his heart and talent to the world. Thank you all so much. Let's assist Bernie Versailles in his rehabilitation and making a full recovery."
To visit the launch page and contribute, head over to this location.
Panikk Signs With Xtreem Music
The Slovenian thrashers in Panikk have inked a deal with Xtreem Music that will begin with the immediate re-issue of last year's "Unbearable Conditions" album.
Originally released in a pressing of only 250 copies, the album didn't get the proper attention it deserved in the thrash scene, which Xtreem Music aims to change. The label comments:
"Panikk represents, alongside with label mates Eruption, one of Slovenia's top thrash metal bands and their aggressive yet technical style is sure to catch the attention of any lover of good old school thrash metal in the vein of bands like Demolition Hammer, Exodus, Vio-lence... 'Unbearable Condition' gets a new chance with this re-issue and will put the band in the map while they're working on their 2nd album which is planned to be recorded in summer 2015."
"Unbearable Conditions" will be released on November 22nd, and a track off the release can be heard below. More...
Mortician Announces Sophomore Full Length Album
Austrian metal act Mortician - not to be confused with the death metal act from New York - announced the impending release of the sophomore full length album entitled "Shout For Heavy Metal." The album is set to be released on November 14th via Pure Underground Records (a division of Pure Steel Records).
The track list for the album is:
1. Shout For Heavy Metal
2. Eagle Spy
3. Promised Land
4. Rock Power
5. The Devil You Know
6. Black Eyes
7. Inner Self
8. Hate
9. Wrong Way More...
Devilment Talks Favorite Songs On New Album
Devilment has released a new video trailer in which all members of the band discuss their favorite tracks on the upcoming album, "The Great And Secret Show." Check it out below.
The official music video for the brand new single, "Even Your Blood Group Rejects Me," was released recently and can be seen at this location.
The song will be featured on the band's debut album, "The Great And Secret Show," which is scheduled to be released on Halloween 2014 (October 31st). The album can be-preordered in various formats at this location.
The band also recently announced that MTV Jackass star Bam Margera can be heard duetting on Devilment's cover of the Midnight Oil classic "Beds Are Burning" that will be included as a bonus track on the limited first edition of the album.
Crazy Lixx Releases Video, Announces New Album
Swedish hard rock act Crazy Lixx released a new music video for the track "Hell Raising Women." The song is the first single from the upcoming self-titled fourth studio release "Crazy Lixx," which is due out on November 7th (EU) and November 11th (North America) via Frontiers Records.
The video was directed by Tobias Olsson. Check it out here:
Luca Turilli's Rhapsody Finishing Work On Album
Luca Turilli’s Rhapsody is currently in the Backyard Studios of Kempten (Germany) to finish the recordings of upcoming album "Prometheus, Symphonia Ignis Divinus."
The regular edition of the album will be over 70 minutes long, featuring 11 titles and will be released in early spring by Nuclear Blast.
Once again, the producer will be Luca Turilli, composer and orchestral/choral arranger of all the songs, while Sebastian Roeder will be the engineer and responsible for the mix. The new album will be mixed and mastered around Christmas time and 2 singles will be released shortly after.
Vocalist Alessandro Conti reveals: “This album surely includes the most and greatest challenging parts I ever recorded until now. I am sure our fans will go crazy for this new Rhapsody release because of the many surprises and real hit songs included inside it. I also had the chance to sing together with one of my all-time favorite singers and this has been a further satisfaction.”
Luca Turilli adds: “This is really a super production close to the one of a soundtrack for an Hollywood blockbuster. We recorded all kind of choirs for over 15 long and exhausting days, collaborating with amazing singers like Ralf Scheepers, Dan Lucas, Bridget Fogle, Previn Moore plus other special guests. I composed and arranged all the choral and orchestral parts in the same way I would do it while scoring for a movie or videogame trailer and I am sure our fans will go crazy for this new album as we do! I simply love it and I could surely define it as ‘the quintessence of cinematic metal’. Bombastic, epic and dramatic as never before!” More...
Hate Reveals New Album Details
Polish metal band Hate today reveals the track list and cover art for upcoming release "Crusade:Zero."
The follow-up to "Solarflesh" will have its worldwide premiere on the 25th of January, 2015 via Napalm Records. Artwork was created once again by Daniel Rusilowicz, the band's longtime graphic designer.
The album was recorded and mixed at Hertz Studio (Vader, Decapitated, Behemoth) in Poland with Wieslawski Brothers handling production duties
1. Vox Dei (a Call From Beyond)
2. Lord, Make Me An Instrument Of Thy Wrath
3. Death Liberator
4. Leviathan
5. Doomsday Celebrities
6. Hate Is The Law
7.valley Of Darkness
8. Crusade Zero
9. The Omnipresence
10. Rise Omega The Consequence!
11. Dawn Of War
12. Black Aura Debris
13. The Reaping (bonus) More...
Graveyard Splits With Bassist, Working On Album
Sweden's Graveyard has issued the following announcement about parting ways with the band's bassist and working on a new album:
"So, friends, listeners and music lovers. The touring cycle is over for this album and the future is here sooner than you would know. We'd like to thank everyone who has come out to our shows, bought the albums, wore their t-shirts proud and made this job one of the absolute best ones you can have.
"News from the graveyard is that our dear friend and bass player Rikard Edlund has decided to leave the band and pursue other musical ventures. No animosity between us. We know he will continue to be the riff master and wild child he's always been.
"That being said. We're working, harder than children in heat trying to get laid, on our next album. No release date or anything yet. It's done when it's done. But so far we're pretty fucking stoked on the stuff we've written.
"The next time earthlings will have the opportunity to enjoy Graveyard live again will be in Australia around the Golden Plains Festival in March. See you down under! Or up and beyond! Or behind?" More...
Kalidia Releases Music Video For Title Track
Italian melodic power metal act Kalidia released a new music video for the track "Lies' Device." The track is the title track of the band's debut full length album which was self-released back in June.
The video was directed and produced by Luca Passerotti and Il Feelo. Check it out here:
Behemoth Releasing Limited Edition Vinyl EP
After the release of latest full-length album "The Satanist" (reviewed here), Behemoth will be releasing the 12" vinyl EP titled "XIADZ."
Strictly limited to 2000 pieces, the EP will be hand numbered and comes in 3 vinyl colors: black (500), gold (500) and black-gold splatter (100). Orders are available at this location.
Due out November 1st, this EP contains previously unreleased songs "Nieboga Czarny Xiadz" from "The Satantist" recording session, “Towards The Dying Sun We March” fromthe “Evangelion” recording session, and the re-recorded “Moonspell Rites."
In Aevum Agere Announces New EP "Limbus Animae"
Italian doom metal act In Aveum Agere will release the new EP "Limbus Animae" on November 28th via Pure Steel Records. The release is the follow up to the debut full length release "The Shadow Tower" (2012) (see review here).
The track listing for the EP is:
1. Awaiting
2. Damnatio Memoriae
3. Anti-Inferno/Limbus Animae
4. Solitude Total More...
Amon Amarth Announces New Tour Dates
Swedish heavy metal icons Amon Amarth will be returning to Europe in January/February for a month long tour. The band comments:
"UK, Portugal, Spain, France and UK…get ready this January for a Viking invasion!
"We'll be making an extensive UK expedition where we'll be pillaging smaller clubs in virtually every nook and cranny of the country. We're also making a more in depth raid of France, Spain and Portugal. Finally!
"As support on this mission we're bringing our friends in Huntress and up-and-comers Savage Messiah. Don't miss this awesome night of metal and we will take no prisoners!"
15/01/15 FR - Lille - Le Splendid
16/01/15 UK - Brighton - Concorde 2
17/01/15 UK - Plymouth - The Hub
18/01/15 UK - Bristol - Thelka
19/01/15 UK - Nottingham - Rescue Rooms
21/01/15 UK - Norwich - Waterfront
22/01/15 UK - Colchester - Arts Center
23/01/15 UK - Oxford - O2 Academy 2
24/01/15 UK - Stoke - Sugarmill
25/01/15 UK - Manchester - Academy 2
27/01/15 UK - Glasgow - Classic Grand
28/01/15 UK - Leeds - Stylus
29/01/15 UK - Newcastle - Newcastle University
30/01/15 UK - Lemmington - The Assembly
31/01/15 UK - Southampton - 1865 More...
Metal Machine Streaming New Track "Morning Star"
"Morning Star," the brand new song from Metal Machine can be heard in the player below. The track is taken from the new album "Free Nation," which will be released worldwide digitally on October 24th via Dream Records.
Lead singer Csaba Zvekan (Exorcism) commented on the single: "'Morning Star' is a powerful and aggressive song. With lyrics like ...'riding on the wings of the morning star,' which represents the evil in this World and the many that ride on it. A true metal classic that might just blow your socks off!"
The track listing is as follows:
1. Skull And Bones
2. Nailed To The Cross
3. Detox
4. Morning Star
5. World Of Tempation
6. Hellraiser
7. Lord of War
8. Black Sun
9. Free Nation
Check out the song here: More...
Last Leaf Down Releases "The Theme" Music Video
Swiss tech/shoegaze metal act Last Leaf Down released a music video for the new track "The Theme." The track was taken from the upcoming Lifeforce Records debut "Fake Lights," which is set to drop on November 14th.
The track listing for the album is:
1. Refulgence (Intro)
2. In Dreams
3. The Thought That I Saw You
4. In These Waters
5. Inmost Life
6. Giant
7. Growing Fear
8. The Theme
9. An Endless Standoff
10. Truth Is A Liar
11. Wish To Leave
12. Born Dead
13. Fake Lights In The Sky More...
At The Gates Posts "Death And The Labyrinth" Video
Swedish pioneering melodic death metal act At the Gates released a music video for the new track "Death and the Labyrinth." The song appears on the long awaiting return album "At War With Reality," which will be issued on October 27th via Century Media Records.
Tomas Lindberg (vocals) comments: "We had a very special idea about the kind of approach we wanted for the first video from 'At War With Reality'. What we needed was someone gifted enough to throw himself artistically into the project full on. The lyrics to the song are very multi-layered and surreal, so we wanted someone to create a fevered dreamworld that went with the melancholic frustration and dramatic desperation that we feel comes across in the song. This is exactly what Patric has created for us. It's his vision of the music and lyrics, which compliments the track perfectly in my opinion. I couldn't be happier!"
Director Patric Ullaeus adds: "It's always nice to work with creative artists who are like-minded. Ideas seem to flow easily. We had a lot of fun making our vision come true. Being on these amazing locations in Antelope Canyon, Arizona was truly an unforgettable experience."
The track listing is as follows:
1. El Altar Del Dios Desconocido
2. Death And The Labyrinth
3. At War With Reality
4. The Circular Ruins
5. Heroes And Tombs
6. The Conspiracy Of The Blind
7. Order From Chaos
8. The Book Of Sand (The Abomination)
9. The Head Of The Hydra
10. City Of Mirrors
11. Eater Of Gods
12. Upon Pillars Of Dust
13. The Night Eternal
Check out the video here: More...
The German Panzer Streaming New Track "Panzer"
The German Panzer, featuring Destruction's Schmier (bass/vocals) and Accept's Herman Frank (guitars) and Stefan Schawarzmann (drums), released a new lyric video for the track "Panzer." The song appears on the upcoming debut release "Send Them All To Hell," which is set for release on November 28th via Nuclear Blast.
The track listing for the album is:
1. Death Knell
2. Hail And Kill
3. Temple Of Doom
4. Panzer
5. Freakshow
6. Mr. Nobrain
7. Why?
8. Virtual Collision
9. Roll The Dice
10. Bleed For Your Sins
Check out "Panzer" here: More...
Lothlöryen Posts Lyric Video For New Track
Brazil's Lothlöryen released a lyric video for the new single "Time Will Tell." The song is available as a free download from the band at this location.
Check out the lyric video here:
Thrawsunblat Posts "Writing Jam" From New Album
Thrawsunblat is currently working on their third album, tentatively titled "Thrawsunblat III." As a preview/teaser for what they're working on, the band has posted a piano/vocal jam from the middle section of the album's first track, which you listen to below.
The bands posted a tongue-in-cheek disclaimer: "This a writing jam. The album version of this will likely end up entirely as blastbeats and soaring guitars."
Chris Segger Splits With Striker
Edmonton's Striker announced that just following the band's just completed European trek with Sweden's Bullet, long time guitarist Chris Segger has split with the band. Recently, the band announced that they will drop off the North American tour with Onslaught and Artillery.
The announcement on the band's Facebook page reads: "Always end on a high note! Our axe man Chris Segger is retiring from Striker now that our European tour is complete. Good luck on your future journeys! Thank you for everything Mr. Segger!
"On a related note, we are now on the hunt for new guitarist! If you are interested please send us a video of you playing some Striker songs and a current live video."
Segger followed up with the following post on his Facebook page: "Friends! As you have probably read. After 7 years, 3 albums, an EP and nearly 200 shows all over the world, I have decided to leave Striker. I want to send a huge Thank you to everyone who supported me and the band and to all the wonderful friends and fans I've been able to meet along the way. It's been a hell of a ride \m/" More...
Karkaos Recruits New Vocalist
After parting ways with former vocalist Veronica O. Rodriquez and with two releases under the band's belt, Montreal's Karkaos is proud to announce a return to the scene with new vocalist Viky Boyer. The band comments:
"Today we welcome Viky Boyer to the Karkaos family. Her passion and dedication inspired us and her voice opened gateways to bigger and better things to come. We are honored to henceforth share the stage with this talented musician, exceptional singer and all-around amazing person.
"More importantly we are excited to unleash this beast of a front woman and show you all what a new Karkaos is all about! Be sure to come out on November 28th in Montreal at Petit Cafe Campus to give a warm welcome to Viky, enjoy a killer show and share a few drinks to celebrate this new and exciting chapter in the Karkaos history."
New vocalist Viky Boyer also had this to say: "It’s an honor for me to play with such talented musicians. I've known Karkaos for awhile now; I’ve always appreciated their music, so I knew I had to give it a shot when I got the opportunity! Lots of stuff to come. We already started to write new material, and I feel like I’m right where I belong."
The band has also posted a teaser for the upcoming re-recorded track "Leap of Faith" off the band's latest album "Empire." The full track will be released on Monday, October 20th. More...
Drowning Pool Re-Issuing "Sinner"
Drowning Pool is set to release the two-disc "Sinner (Unlucky 13th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)" on 11/11/14 via The Bicycle Music Company/Concord.
The band will also launch the corresponding Unlucky Sinner 13 tour performing "Sinner" in its entirety beginning October 21st in San Antonio, Texas.
The expanded reissue of debut album "Sinner," originally released on 6/15/01, represents the definitive version of Drowning Pool’s classic Dave Williams years, whose untimely death in 2002 at the too-early age of 30 marked an unlucky end to a rising star.
"Sinner (Unlucky 13th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)" is re-mastered and features a new bonus disc of 13 studio demos direct from the band’s vaults, officially available for the first time.
The unreleased track “Soul,” from disc two, was serviced to the Active Rock radio format just a few days ago and a video for “Soul” will premiere in November featuring rare and never before seen footage of Drowning Pool from the "Sinner" era. Pre-orders for this new version can be found at Amazon.com here.
Samskaras Releases Debut Single
Montreal progressive death metallers Samskaras just released their debut single, "Consecrate," along with a multi-instrument play through video shot at Chris Donaldson's (Cryptopsy) studio, The Grid. Check it out below.
Samskaras is the new metal project founded by Montreal-based musician Eric Burnet (Derelict). With songs written from an exploratory perspective, influences as far-flung as Gorguts, The Ocean, Enslaved, Wood Of Ypres, The Faceless, Gojira and more are mixed into inventive combinations. Burnet is joined by drummer Alexandre Dupras, known for his work with (the)Plasmarifle, Unhuman, and Teramobil.
“With Samskaras I just want to let the seed of each idea grow into what it may,” explains Burnet. “It'll remain extreme music, but I'm more interested in reflecting my inner state and telling stories than I am in fitting into one genre or another. I approached Alexandre to do the drums because his organic style fits really well with how I write for this project.”
"Consecrate" will be followed in two weeks by a second single called "Red Hill." The songs are available as pay-what-you-want downloads at Bandcamp. More...
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