Victims Signs To Deathwish Inc.

Victims from Stockholm Sweden has joined the Deathwish affiliated family.

Soon, Victims will issue their latest album, "Killer" CD/Digital on Deathwish in North America (vinyl out now on Havok). Recorded at Studio Overlook and designed by Ryan Patterson (Coliseum), "'Killer' is a sixteen song crust/hardcore beast, filled with driving D-Beat power and anthemic punk fervor," states the label. "Each song carrying a rawness and heaviness that will surely appeal to metal, hardcore, and crust listeners everywhere."

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The Hope Conspiracy Recording New EP

The Hope Conspiracy is at God City Studio with engineer Kurt Ballou recording a brand new EP. This EP will surface on Deathwish sometime later this year.

The release will be the first since their highly acclaimed "Death Knows Your Name" CD/LP was released on Deathwish/Malfunction in late 2006.

More news on the release will be posted as it comes.

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Cogil Pleads Not Guilty In GNR Leak Court Case

The man accused of leaking several Guns N Roses tracks online recenlty pleaded not guilty in a Los Angeles federal court.

Kevin Cogill, 27, is accused of violating federal copyright laws by uploading nine tracks from the veteran rockers' highly anticipated forthcoming album "Chinese Democracy" on his website this summer.

Cogill admitted to uploading the tracks, but Guns N Roses issued a statement after his arrest saying that although they did not support his actions, "our interest is in the original source (of the leak)."

Cogill faces up to five years in a federal prison if convicted of the misdemeanour count, reports E! Online. A trial date has not yet been set.

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Dimmu Borgir DVD Debuts At #5 On Music Video Chart

"The Invaluable Darkness," a three-disc release of two DVDs with a bonus audio CD from Norway’s symphonic black metal band DIMMU BORGIR, has sold over 1,400 copies in the U.S. since its October 14th release, debuting at #5 on the Nielsen SoundScan “Top DVD Music Videos” chart. The top four artists on the chart are (in order): AC/DC, ZZ Top, Eagles, and John Mayer.

Checking in from Danzig’s Blackest Of The Black tour in Minneapolis, Minnesota is DIMMU BORGIR guitarist Silenoz:

“Everything’s going well. We’re happy with the tour, and to get this news… [pause]… It’s cool that the fans appreciate that we came out with this DVD now. It seems that this was what they wanted and we gave it to them. We’re selling an autographed version of the DVD on tour, so anyone who wants one should come out!”

Here are the remaining "Blackest Of The Black" tour dates: More...

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Horror Pain Gore Death Productions Opens Its Doors

The brand new Philadelphia based independent record label Horror Pain Gore Death Productions has opened their doors and launched their official website.

Horror Pain Gore Death Productions is a company that caters to the fans of underground metal! In addition to releasing our own titles, Horror Pain Gore Death Productions distributes various metal labels from around the globe, carrying an extensive selection of imported items with new products added weekly. Many of their titles are not available easily in the United States, and they pride themselves on their low prices (with free shipping) and customer service.

Specializing in death/grind/thrash/doom metal, Horror Pain Gore Death Productions has signed up and coming acts such as Ex Dementia, Mental Funeral and BSOM, as well as classic bands like Lethal Aggression. Staying true to the "old school" mentality, Horror Pain Gore Death Productions release vinyl as well as CD and DVD formats. Their releases are available internationally in the following countries: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Israel, Japan, Macedonia, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Sweden and the Ukraine.

Two new releases are scheduled for November 2008. Philadelphia's Mental Funeral will be teaming up with Florida's Generichrist for a split 7-inch record release. This release will be limited to 300 copies, pressed on splatter vinyl and features artwork from Chris Reifert of Autopsy/Abscess fame. Horror Pain Gore Death Productions will also release the brand CD from New Jersey's Ex Dementia, entitled "In The Chapters Of Horror." This release features, brand new tracks, live tracks and a cover of SOD's "Kill Yourself." You can order/pre-order either release here.

The label is currently searching for new, unsigned artists who are looking for promotion and exposure. Bands for across the globe can send in a press kit/demos to:

Horror Pain Gore Death Productions
3346 Princeton Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19149
United States

If you are a record label or distributer and would like carry Horror Pain Gore Death Productions releases, visit their website and click on "contact."

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Dawn of Desolation Posts Two New Live Videos

Dawn of Desolation has posted two live videos online. One is "While Angels Cower" and the other a previously unheard song, "Glasgow Smile." Both songs are to be featured on the band's upcoming EP.

The band states on their MySpace page

"So this whole thing began as jamming between Daryl and Ashley. After pulling in Colin for second guitar we recorded 'while angels cower' in Ashleys studio. Since we have recorded 'greed is my only god' and added Stefan in on bass. Shortly after Steve was brought in for Vocals thus finishing out the lineup. An as yet untitled EP is in the works, so keep looking for that. Also big thanks to everyone who has supported us and left comments and such, you guys rule.

"UPDATE!!!!!!!! As of last saturday a friend of ours Mike came over and video taped our pratice/writting session! So here is the song "While angels cower live"! PS:There are more vids to come!"

The two new videos follow, after the jump: More...

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Fuck The Facts Announces Tour With Putrescence

FUCK THE FACTS have recently announced a two-week Canadian tour in support of their latest full-length, "Disgorge Mexico."

FUCK THE FACTS will begin this run of dates with a hometown Halloween show in Ottawa, ON with label-mates BURIED INSIDE. From there, the band will headline a number of shows on their way to Manitoba where they join forces with IMPALED and PUTRESCENCE for the "Great Blighted North" tour.

FUCK THE FACTS released "Disgorge Mexico" internationally in August. Audio samples taken from the album can be heard now via the band’s MySpace page. More...

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Master Issues Tour Update

Veteran death metal band MASTER, currently on tour across the United States in support of their new album Slaves to Society (on Ibex Moon), have posted an tour update online.

A statement from bassist/singer Paul Speckmann reads:

"The tour began after I arrived in Philadelphia. As always there were problems from the get go. After arriving in the USA, the airlines sent my guitar to Chicago and my bag elsewhere. I had to visit the airport twice the following morning to find the stuff. With all the governmental control here, you have to wonder how this could happen. Anyways, the practicing began with Alex Bouks and Rustin Grosse the following morning. We rehearsed three days and began in Pittsburgh. It was a cool turnout for the rehearsal show, and the energy from the crowd reminded me what I missed about America. At all the shows over the last week, the old school diehards have been showing up. People are supporting Master, buying the merch etc. It's a bit different to say the least driving around in a van, but that's the American underground. If I could say anything bad or negative, it's only that many times food is an issue and/or how often we are waiting in front of the club for the local promoters. Of course this is nothing new because this was the same back in 1996 when I toured here last. I have to thank Ibex Moon and Matt Bishop for their efforts and support in this endeavor. Too bad our driver Mike quit after his old lady called him home. I suppose touring is not for everyone. See you out on the road." More...

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Scale The Summit Offers In-depth Recording Blog

Houston instrumental metal band SCALE THE SUMMIT has issued an in-depth blog upon the completion of the band's Prosthetic Records debut, Carving Desert Canyons. The entire blog from guitarist Chris Letchford, featuring photos and in-depth information about the recording process and equipment used, is available on the band's MySpace page. More...

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Stigma Announces UK Tour

Italian deathcore metallers, STIGMA, have announced a slew of UK Tour Dates:

10/24 - The Park, Peterborough (Your Demise, The Elijah, Silent Screams and Immorality)
10/25 - Westcoast Bar, Margate (Viatrophy & local support)
10/26 - Conflict Fest, Reading (Your Demise, The Scarlet Hourglass + others)
10/27 - TBA in London
10/29 - TBA
10/30 - Rios, Leeds (The Eyes Of Traitor, Many Things Untold + others)
10/31 - Barfly, Bormingham (Halloween Havok w/The Banner, The Red Shore, Sylosis, The Warriors + others)

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Burden A.D. Parts Ways With Vocalist "Dude"

Finland's Burden A.D. have issued the following announcement regarding the departure of Vocalist Rixu "Dude A.D." Rocker:

"Burden A.D. would like to announce that Dude has left the band. We're all sorry to see Dude go, and we wish him all the best in whatever he decides to do."

Rixu "Dude A.D." Rocker has the following statement on the matter:

"I have basically followed my instincts and come to the conclusion that I'm leaving Burden A.D. I'm not retiring, but I just want to do what feels right for me. I've now personally chosen to focus on other kind of stuff. I'll be involved in other bands and you'll be hearing from me soon. See ya!"

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Anagnorisis Welcomes Back Drummer Adam Pierce

Kentucky metallers, Anagnorisis, have issued the following message welcoming drummer Adam Pierce back to the band:

"We are proud to announce the return of long time drummer Adam Pierce back to Anagnorisis. After departing from the band less than five months ago, Pierce has returned more eager than ever."

The official statement from Adam Pierce is as follows:

"I am proud to announce my return to Anagnorisis. After spending a short time in the Bay Area pursuing various musical endeavors, I am moving back to my hometown to plague the nation with my metal brothers. My first show back with the band will be October 20th in Louisville. Please check out our myspace for more details and be on the look out for our new EP. This EP is definitely an extreme step for Anagnorisis, but it will definitely turn some heads. We are pushing the limit more than ever, which is what this genre is all about."

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Abysmal Dawn Announces Western US Tour with Sothis

Los Angeles, CA's ABYSMAL DAWN have announced that they will be joining forces with SOTHIS for a western US tour in December, dubbed the "Endless Wintour." This Metal Maniacs sponsored tour will kick-off on December 5th in Bakersfield, CA and will round out in Hollywood, CA on December 14th.

ABYSMAL DAWN are touring in support of their newly released Relapse debut "Programmed To Consume." The band has recently filmed the first video from the album, for title-track "Programmed To Consume." The video was shot in Los Angeles, CA with director Gary Smithson (TOMAHAWK, HIGH ON FIRE, GOATWHORE) and is expected to make its world premiere imminently. Still photos taken during the video shoot can be viewed now in the 'photos' section of the band's MySpace page. More...

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Absu Completes New Self Titled Album

Texas-based mythological occult metal outfit ABSU has announced the addition of bassist/co-vocalist Ezezu (ex-PANZRAM) to the group's ranks. This is the first time the band is experiencing a permanent quartet-type line up since the band's debut album "Barathrum: V.I.T.R.I.O.L." Drummer/vocalist Proscriptor says of the latest addition, "We are very proud to welcome Ezezu as the newest member of ABSU. He was the missing element we have been searching for and definitely fits in the group. We are delighted to convey our next chapter of mythological occult metal with him." More...

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Tub Ring Announces More Tour Dates

After a few shows in their native Illinois, avant-garde rock quintet TUB RING will be heading out yet again for a string of dates. Those dates, including several appearances with The Birthday Massacre and Creature Feature, are as follows:

10/26/08 Sun @ Exit - Chicago, IL
10/31/08 Fri @ The Planet - Springfield, IL
11/21/08 Fri @ Bridgeview Center - Ottumwa, IA
11/22/08 Sat @ Replay Lounge - Lawrence, KS
11/23/08 Sun @ The Conservatory - Oklahoma City, OK
11/24/08 Mon @ Burt's Tiki Lounge - Albuquerque, NM
11/25/08 Tue @ The Phix - Phoenix, AZ
11/26/08 Wed @ Key Club - West Hollywood, CA w/ The Birthday Massacre, Creature Feature
11/28/08 Fri @ Soma - San Diego, CA w/ The Birthday Massacre, Creature Feature
11/29/08 Sat @ The Glass House - Pomona, CA w/ The Birthday Massacre, Creature Feature
11/30/08 Sun @ Slim's - San Fransisco, CA w/ The Birthday Massacre, Creature Feature

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Watch Live Video of Periphery's "All New Material"

Maryland's progressive metal band, Periphery, have issued the following update:

"Hey guys, we have a video of us playing 'All New Material' from our last tour, and we have way more coming up, so consider this a little taster of what is to come! The video is on our MySpace page and you can also just watch it here." More...

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Evile Issues Report from Canadian Tour with 3IOB

UK thrashers EVILE, who are currently wrapping up a West coast tour of Canada with Canadian metallers 3 INCHES OF BLOOD, have posted a tour report from the last leg of the tour.

EVILE lead guitarist OL DRAKE reports from the road:

"So we're pretty far into the 3 Inches of Blood tour, and it's been awesome so far. On top of 3IoB being great guys and a great band, the scenery on this tour is mind blowing. We definitely have to come back to Canada. The Canadian fans are mental (in a good way), everyone's going crazy. The first show had one guy's face being bust open, there was blood everywhere (I wonder how many inches of it there were)." More...

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Forgotten Empire Issues Update On Across Tundras

Forgotten Empire Records has issued the following update on the delayed Across Tundras album:

"As many of you know, the Across Tundras album has been delayed for a short time now. The album is nearing completion at the factory and will be shipping in a couple weeks. We are sorry for the delay and promise it will be in soon, and ship out to everyone a.s.a.p! Sometimes things out of our control take place that we have to adjust to and this was one of them. Thanks for your understanding!"

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BFMV Annouces Australian and New Zealand Tour

Bullet For My Valentine has announced a run of Australian and New Zealand tour dates on their "Big Day Out" tour next January and February. Here are the latest tour dates:

16/01/2009 Auckland
18/01/2009 Gold Coast
23/01/2009 Sydney
26/01/2009 Melbourne
30/01/2009 Adelaide
01/02/2009 Perth

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