Metal News for October 27, 2006
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Chris Cornell Hit By A Truck
Audioslave front-man Chris Cornell was recently hit by a truck while riding his motorcycle in Los Angeles on Tuesday. Cornell escaped serious injury, however his $50,000 bike was not so lucky. According to PageSix.com, later that day he was in the studio working on his new solo album.
The Showdown's Performance of "Iscariot" Online
There is another new live video of The Showdown performing their track “Iscariot” available for viewing at the Underground Video Television website. The footage was taken at The Furnace in Syracuse NY earlier this year. The band will start a tour next week with Pillar that runs through December.
Inner Surge Confirmed For "Amok!" Soundtrack
Inner Surge has been confirmed for the soundtrack for Macabro Films feature length psychological thriller, "Amok!" Included will be "AzurA" and "The Outcome" from their latest CD, "Signals Screaming" and possibly a third track to be determined. Further details will be announced shortly.
From First To Last Kicked Off Atreyu Tour
From First To Last have posted the following message:
"We regret to inform you (the fans) that we have been "kicked" off tour."
"We did everything possible to stay on this tour. Sonny would not have been able to sing due to a tear in his vocal chord, but would have been onstage playing guitar while Craig, of Chiodos, would handle singing duties for the remainder of the tour. Our plan to enable us to play the rest of the tour was disregarded and as our crew was setting up for the show in Worcester, MA we were informed that we were being kicked off of the tour."
"Understand that it was not our choice to leave this tour... we were forced to leave. Once again we apologize... to you (the fans)... to everyone who bought a ticket to see us play... to the KVLT... if we were allowed to be on the rest of this tour we would be."
From First To Last previously cancelled their Philadelphia appearance at the last minute. This cancellation and the need for fill-ins on vocals was due to Sonny's two vocal chord surgeries - where they cut your vocal chords very slightly in order to smooth them out and have them be a 100%. The surgery requires a lot of rest and soldiering through the tour was not working.
Manegarm Finish Recording New Album
Swedish Viking metal act MÅNEGARM has issued the following update:
"After three weeks in Studio Underground, we're finally finished with our new album 'Vargstenen' (The Wolfstone). Everything has gone very well although it has been three hectic weeks. We have been working really hard, 14-15 hours a day, just to get everything in place…
"Anyway, we are really, really satisfied with the album recording. The songs that we have recorded feel great and Pelle Saether has, as always, done a fantastic job with the sound and with the mix. We all think that the production is the best ever and we are totally convinced, and we hope that we can convince the rest of you, that this is going to be the best MÅNEGARM album we have released so far.
"Our new album, 'Vargstenen', is expected to be released somewhere around March/April 2007 so make sure to keep your eyes open, it's going to be something really special!!!"
"Vargstenen" projected track listing:
01. Uppvaknande-Ur själslig död
02. Minnen-En fallen fader
03. Den gamle talar (accoustic)
04. Genom världar nio
05. Visioner på isen
06. Vargbrodern talar (accoustic)
07. I underjorden
08. Nio dagar, nio nätter
09. Vargstenen
10. Vedergällningens tid
11. TBA (accoustic)
The upcoming CD will be MÅNEGARM's first for Black Lodge Records after a ten-year collaboration with Displeased Records. An early 2007 release is expected.
Dimmu Borgir Recording New Album
Norwegian symphonic black metal band Dimmu Borgir have entered Studio Fredman with producer Fredrik Nordström to begin recording their new album for an early 2007 release via Nuclear Blast Records. Guitarist Silenoz issued the following statement:
"So, just to let you know, everything moves along nicely in the studio, perhaps a bit too well?? With past studio ghost experiences in mind, something is just bound to happen? I'm sure of it. Well, apart from being the typical pessimist, at least it didn't take us too long to get all the basic rhythm guitar tracks down and even better - it sounds awesome! A fat and razor-sharp tone, without compromise, hitting you right between the eyes! Proper equipment, Engl amps, ESP guitars and Seymour Duncan pickups make things hell of a lot easier, I say. Leads/solos and acoustic/clean guitars will be laid down later when everything else is ready. Bass and keys are up next. We expect it to sound nothing less than grandiose once this beast is finished. Oh, yeah, almost forgot, we have the album title as well, but we're not gonna announce it until the time is right!"
Stuck Mojo Post Another New Song Online
Atlanta-based rap-metal pioneers STUCK MOJO, who recently announced the addition of vocalist Lord Nelson to the group's lineup, have posted another new track, entitled "Metal is Dead", on their MySpace page. Also available at the same location is the song "That's When I Burn".
STUCK MOJO mainman/guitarist Rich Ward recently had the following to say about the recording sessions for the band's new album, "Southern Born Killers":
"We have re-cut the whole record with [Lord Nelson]. I am now in the process of re-tracking some guitars, as well as making some changes in the arrangements of some of the songs. Instead of just 'throwing' Lord Nelson's vocals on the existing tracks, I've reworked the songs around his vocal delivery. Some songs have gone under huge changes and others have stayed pretty true to the original home demos. Three more days of tracking and then I'll start mixing.
"Not everyone is going to like it and that is fair enough. Although, it has been nice to get so much much positive feedback and Lord Nelson has been real encouraged by all the support. After spending so much time on this record, it's nice to get a little 'love.'" More...
Fear Factory Post New Rehearsal Footage Online
A video clip of FEAR FACTORY rehearsing the song "Crash Test" on October 23, 2006 in preparation for its current "Machines at War Tour" has been posted online at YouTube.com.
FEAR FACTORY is continuing to promote its latest album, "Transgression", which was released in August 2005 through Calvin, an imprint of Liquid 8. The record includes 11 songs, all produced by Toby Wright (ALICE IN CHAINS, KORN, METALLICA). More...
Warthrone New Music Available
WARTHRONE, the blackened death metal band featuring ex-members of DYING FETUS and WITCH-HUNT, has posted two brand new songs — "Human Hellebore" and "Venomassacre" — to its MySpace page. These tracks were recorded at WARTHRONE's own Full Blast Studios and will be on an upcoming promo that will be used in the coming months to procure a label deal.
For more information, visit www.warthrone.net.
Steelheart Post New Song Online
A new STEELHEART track, entitled "LOL. (Laughing Out Loud)", has been posted online at the band's MySpace page.
STEELHEART has made a three-song EP, entitled "Just a Taste", available via its SteelHeart Store. The tracks, which are being described as "a futuristic LED ZEPPELIN," will be included on STEELHEART's upcoming album, which will be released early next year.
"Just a Taste" EP track listing:
01. Buried Unkind
02. Twisted Future
03. LOL. (Laughing Out Loud) More...
Killswitch Engage Post 'As Daylight Dies' E-Card
An e-card for KILLSWITCH ENGAGE's new album, "As Daylight Dies", can be accessed at this location. The e-card includes graphics designed by bassist Mike D'Antonio, special offers for pre-ordering the CD, a complete list of KILLSWITCH ENGAGE's upcoming tour with ALL THAT REMAINS, HATEBREED, BURY YOUR DEAD and 2 CENTS, three different AIM icons, and two of the album's songs.
"As Daylight Dies" is scheduled for release on November 21 via Roadrunner Records. The band has once again tapped Lex Halaby (MUDVAYNE, IN FLAMES) to direct the video for its new single, "My Curse". The single is scheduled to go for radio adds around October 30.
Neuraxis Announce New Guitarist
Montreal-based NEURAXIS has announced the addition of guitarist Will Seghers as a permanent member. Guitarist Rob Milley comments: "After completing our U.S./Canadian tours as live guitarist, Will proved to be the right choice for us. Musically, he is a very good guitar player. Personally, we get along well and he's easy to work with. I'm looking forward to having his input on our new material."
NEURAXIS will be part of the European Domination Tour 2007 along with ROTTING CHRIST, MALEVOLENT CREATION, CARPATHIAN FOREST, INCANTATION and HARM. In the meantime, the band has scheduled the following dates:
Dec. 09 - Rouyn, QC @ Petit Theatre (w/ MARTYR)
Jan. 05 - Quebec City, QC @ L’Imperial (w/ CRYPTOPSY, SKINLESS)
Jan. 06 - Montreal, QC @ Medley (w/ CRYPTOPSY, SKINLESS)
Pacto de Sangre Live Video Of "Enslaved" Online
Pacto de Sangre recently played live at the Hard Rock Café in San Juan and have posted a video of their performance of "Enslaved" on YouTube.
In other news, Pacto de Sangre will have a song included on the new Christian Metal Realm compilation CD entitled "The Narrow Path". This CD will be a limited edition, highly collectable CD with only 300 being printed. For more information go here. More...
Paradise Lost To Record New Album
U.K. gothic metal pioneers PARADISE LOST will soon enter the studio with producer Rhys Fulber and mixer Mike Fraser to begin recording their as-yet-untitled eleventh album. The band will embark on a U.K. tour with OPETH in November. After the live dates, the group is planning to record their new album in Bradford, Lincolnshire and Canada in late November/December with a release tentatively scheduled for spring 2007. There are also rumors that a limited-edition version of this album will include four cover tracks as a bonus.
In other news, the documentary about PARADISE LOST's influence on gothic metal, entitled "Over the Madness" (filmed by Diran Noubar), is also due to be shown in 2007.
PARADISE LOST recently inked a worldwide deal with Century Media Records.
GUN/Sony/BMG in Europe and Abacus Recordings in the U.K. and the U.S released the band's last album, "Paradise Lost". Century Media Records will be re-releasing the album in the U.K. and U.S.
(Lone) Wolf & Cub Tour Dates, New Song Online
Chicago's (Lone) Wolf & Cub will be hitting the road with The Muzzler for the "8 Crazy Nights" tour this December. You can also check out a new song at their MySpace page. Here are the tour dates:
12/15 Urbana, IL @ TBA
12/16 Joplin, MO @ The Cesspool
12/17 Little Rock, AR @ House Show - 18618 Winbury Lane
12/18 Chattanooga, TN @ The Turtle Head House
12/19 Marietta, GA @ Swayzes
12/20 Louisville, KY @ Black Bear Lair
12/21 Cincinatti, OH @ The Parkland Theater
12/22 Day of Reflection
Dio And Iommi's Collaboration Isn't Black Sabbath
A spokesperson for Ozzy Osbourne has issued a statement regarding the reports that current Black Sabbath members Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward will be hooking up with post-Ozzy ex-Sabbath singer Ronnie James Dio for a tour and possible album under the name Heaven And Hell:
"Tony Iommi and Ronnie Dio are working on a project together which has nothing to do with BLACK SABBATH. There is only one BLACK SABBATH. Ozzy, Tony, Geezer and Bill will be touring late next year along with a new BLACK SABBATH album. However, Ozzy wishes Tony and Ronnie much success in their project together."
Ronnie James Dio recently spent time in the U.K. "kicking around ideas" with Tony Iommi for a couple of new tracks to be included on SABBATH's forthcoming box set, "Black Sabbath: The Dio Years".
"These are two things you'll never hear again — two new songs," Ronnie said in an August 16, 2006 appearance on the syndicated radio show "Rockline". "We are going to do that. It's been fun already. The one we've done — the one that I've done with Tony has been really wonderful — just great to realize how magnificent a player he was. You forget that after 10 years at a time that you don't work with someone. So we are gonna be doing that. And I hope you'll like it. I think it'll be great."
All That Remains Release Video For Saw III
Just in time for Saw III, All That Remains have released their video for “This Calling,” which is off of the soundtrack. You can watch the All That Remains video for “This Calling” here.
Rob Zombie Talks In Depth About Halloween Remake
Rob Zombie talked in depth with MTV about his involvement in the Halloween remake and the horror genre. Here is an excerpt that updates fans on the status of the film, but there is so much more in the article.
"with a script and timetable in place, Zombie is now moving on to casting and location scouting. "We're right at the beginning of when this all begins," he said. Of course, "this" refers to much more than moviemaking. It also means scrutiny and debate from a legion of hard-core horror fans. It means the watchful eyes of a studio hoping that a blockbuster can be reborn. And for Zombie, it means satisfying both of those ends while also making sure not to suck. Or, as the man himself concluded, "You have to completely reinvent the wheel, but keep the people that love the original wheel thrilled. It's a tricky balancing act, but I think it's totally doable."
You can also watch the interview on MTV Overdrive.
Read the full article at MTV.com.
Chthonic Frontman To Appear On CMJ Metal Panel
Vocalist and lyricist Freddy of the Taiwanese symphonic black metal band Chthonic will appear on the “From Glam to Death: Metal Subgenre Feasts” panel at this year’s CMJ Music Marathon in New York City.
The panel will be held at 3:45 p.m. on November 3 at Lincoln Center's Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse on the 10th Floor of the Samuel B. & David Rose Building, Lincoln Center, 165 W. 65th Street (at Amsterdam Avenue).
Freddy will be joined by Justin Brannan, guitarist for Most Precious Blood; Jamie Foster, lead singer for Arc of Descent; Jimmy Pallis, lead singer for Anaka; and Trevor Phipps, lead singer for Unearth.
The hour-long panel will provide an open forum for top artists and experts specializing in different types of heavy metal. The discussion will include the realities of having a niche fanbase versus trying to appeal to more mainstream audience, the best ways to get media exposure, and the risks and rewards of being identified with a metal subgenre.
Chthonic, Taiwan’s biggest metal export, released its fourth album, “Seediq Bale,” on October 3 through Down Port Music.
Deemed the “the Black Sabbath of Asia” by the Taipei Times for its huge impact as a metal band in Taiwan, Chthonic plays black metal with an ethnic flair. “Seediq Bale” tells the Taiwanese legend of the Seediq people and their strife and struggles against the Japanese. The use of an er-hu, a unique Asian two-string violin, brings an additional element of sadness to Chthonic’s eerie music.
Chthonic was awarded “Best Rock Group” at the 14th Annual Golden Melody Awards, the Eastern Asian equivalent of a Grammy. The award was presented to the band by none other than the country’s President Chen Shui-bian. “Music is more powerful, more moving than politicians,” the President said before the band joined him on stage.
For more information on the 2006 CMJ Music Marathon, please visit http://www.cmj.com/marathon.
Witchcraft Forced To Reschedule US Tour
Sweden's Witchcraft who were to start their first US tour in Seattle on October 23 have been forced to return to Sweden for additional processing at the US Embassy in Stockholm. The tour, also featuring Portland-based Danava, is now being reworked for a later start date with West Coast performances planned to be rescheduled at the end of the planned dates. Venues and dates will be noted shortly.
Candlelight will reissue the band's self-titled debut on November 14. The band's latest album, Firewood, is available in stores now.
Vinnie Paul Is Recovering
Mike Devlin of Victoria, British Columbia's Times Colonist reports:
Vinnie Paul, legendary drummer for metal gods PANTERA and, later, DAMAGEPLAN, has resumed his position behind his drum kit and is on the road to emotional recovery following a disastrous 2004.
In December of that year, Paul's brother and longtime band mate, Dimebag Darrell, was shot and killed on stage during a Columbus, Ohio, DAMAGEPLAN concert.
It took Paul more than a year to recover from the horror of the incident.
"Things are different now, and that's the way I have to look at it, otherwise it is depressing and hard to try to live," says Paul, a native of Dallas, Tex.
"The most important thing for me to do is keep kicking ass because that's what he wants me to do."
Among his many new creative pursuits is a custom Pearl drum kit bearing his signature.
David Pajo Tours w/ Dead Child, Releases Split
Former Slint/Zwan/Tortoise/For Carnation guitarist and current solo artist David Pajo is heading out on tour with Dead Child, his metal band consisting of fellow Louisville, KY post-rockers Michael McMahan (For Carnation, Slint's 2005 touring band), Todd Cook (For Carnation, Slint's 2005 touring band, Papa M, Crain), Tony Bailey (Papa M, Crain) and "Dahm" (the vocalist, of course). Dead Child formed after last year's Slint reunion tour and takes as its influences "early Metallica, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest."
In addition to the tour, Dead Child are planning the release of their debut EP on Cold Sweat Records. Details are vague since the only real evidence of the EP's existence is on the band's website and MySpace page, but if you can't stand the wait until whenever that comes out, their entire first show is available for download here.
Pajo will also release a split single under his surname with the Swedish band Audrey, featuring two tracks from Pajo and two tracks from Audrey's debut, Visible Forms. Stereo Test Kit Records released the single in the UK today, October 23.
Dead Child dates:
11-09 Cincinnati, OH - Southgate House
11-10 Louisville, KY - Headliners
11-11 Chicago, IL - Empty Bottle
11-12 Detroit, MI - Magic Stick
11-13 Buffalo, NY - Icon
11-14 Boston, MA - Middle East
11-15 New York, NY - Knitting Factory
11-16 Philadelphia, PA - Khyber
11-17 Baltimore, MD - Talking Head
11-18 Columbus, OH - Little Brother's
11-19 Louisville, KY - TBA
Pajo/Audrey tracklist:
01 Pajo: It's You That Burns
02 Pajo: Celebrity Death
03 Audrey: Mecklenburg
04 Audrey: Six Yields
You can download an MP3 of the Dead Child track "Vampire Whore" here.
Ted Nugent To Lecture For University of Wisconsin
AOL Music [humorously] reports: The University of Wisconsin at Madison signed on Ted Nugent to deliver a lecture entitled 'God, Guns and Rock 'n' Roll.'
The Nuge will roll into the hotbed of liberalism Wednesday to regale students with tales about how the good Lord blessed him with the ability to fell most of the creatures that inhabited Noah's Ark with a single shot -- and then cook 'em up in a zesty mango salsa.
We're fairly certain that Ted's homily will unfold along the same lines as the one he preached to the National Rifle Association, where he explained that "I want carjackers dead. I want rapists dead. I want burglars dead. I want child molesters dead. I want the bad guys dead. No court case. No parole. No early release." After that kind of testifying, we can hardly imagine having the energy to pick up our hymnals, but if we didn't join Ted in a chorus or two of 'Wang Dang, Sweet Poontang,' he'd probably encourage God -- or someone with a gun -- to smite us.
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