Metal News for November 19, 2015
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29 news articles posted on this day.
Finsterforst Parts With Accordion Player
Germany's Finsterforst has checked in with the following announcement about parting ways with accordion player / clean vocalist Johannes Joseph:
"Sad news... today is a sad day for Finsterforst, as we have to inform you that Hannes will leave the band following our last Raunächte Tour gig in Berlin. Hannes wants to proceed with other things in his life and wouldn't be able to find the time and right motivation to go on as a full time member of Finsterforst. While we are sad he's leaving, we also deeply respect his decision to make a clear cut before our friendship might suffer from problems that would definitely arise with one member of the band not being fully committed to it.
"Hannes has been an integral part of the band from the start and of course his accordion and singing are somewhat trademarks in the Finsterforst sound. Though he won't be part of every day band life, we will still put his skill to use when it comes to recording new stuff, so you can rest assured people, we aren't going to change our ways in terms of sound, we'll just have to deliver live without him.
"We are looking forward to making the last gigs with Hannes aboard memorable ones and we hope that you, our beloved fans, will find the time to give Hannes the send-off he's deserving for his commitment and sacrifices over the years. More...
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Lamb Of God Drops Off Tour Due To Terror Concerns
Update: Randy Blythe has now posted a very lengthy statement online explaining the band's reasoning behind dropping off the tour. You can read that article over here.
After the ISIS-led terrorist attacks in Paris last week, Lamb Of God has decided to drop off all remaining European tour dates with Children Of Bodom and Sylosis. The band comments:
"Due to concerns brought to our attention by the venue security team yesterday in Tilburg - and continued general concerns across Europe - we have decided against putting our fans, our crew and ourselves in this position night after night and will be canceling the remainder of our performances in Europe. This is a decision we are making on behalf of the fans, our crew, and our band, as well as the well-being of everyone's family, friends and loved ones at home. Stay safe, and we will see you very soon."
The tour will continue without Lamb Of God, however, with Children Of Bodom commenting: "Lamb of God has chosen to leave the European tour due to security concerns in Europe. Our team has been working very hard to make all of the remaining shows happen. WE WANT TO, AND HAVE DECIDED TO, CONTINUE ON THE ROAD AND PLAY THE REST OF THE TOUR. Sylosis also will be joining us on their scheduled appearances.
"Here is what we know so far. Unfortunately the promoter has decided to move forward and cancel tonight's show in Oberhausen, Germany, and the additional shows in Germany. At this time, the remaining schedule will move forward as this (we ARE looking to add more shows FYI). We WILL keep you updated as we have changes, and we are doing our best to keep you informed as quickly as possible on everything." More...
The Mute Gods Releases New Music Video
The Mute Gods, a brand new band from the mind of bassist, chapman stick player & vocalist Nick Beggs, recently announced the release of a debut album. Joined by drummer Marco Minnemann, and long-time Steve Hackett collaborator & keyboardist Roger King, they will release the full length "Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me" on January 22, 2016.
A video for the album's title track, directed by Crystal Spotlight, is online now and can be seen below. Nick had this to say: "The track was inspired by the speeches of General Dwight D. Eisenhower and his warning to the free world about the rise of the Independent Industrial Military Complex."
The album will arrive on a limited edition digipak CD (including bonus tracks), gatefold 2LP with CD & digital download. The track listing is as follows:
1. Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me
2. Praying To A Mute God
3. Nightschool For Idiots
4. Feed The Troll
5. Your Dark Ideas
6. Last Man On Earth (bonus track)
7. In The Crosshairs
8. Strange Relationship
9. Swimming Horses
10. Mavro Capelo (bonus track)
11. Father Daughter More...
Rivers Of Nihil Posts Live Video
Currently on the road with Hate Eternal, Misery Index, and Beyond Creation, Rivers of Nihil has launched a live video for the track "Sand Baptism" taken from new album, "Monarchy."
Shot at the Los Angeles show last weekend (November 14th at The Complex), the video can be viewed below. Remaining tour dates are as follows:
Nov. 20 - Ft. Worth, TX - Tomcats
Nov. 21 - Austin, TX - Dirty Dog
Nov. 22 - New Orleans, LA - Siberia
Nov. 25 - Raleigh, NC - The Maywood *
Nov. 27 - Reading, PA - Reverb *
*=Rivers of Nihil only More...
Lycus Announces New Album "Chasms"
The new Lycus album "Chasms" will be released on January 15, 2016 on CD/LP/digital formats via Relapse Records. Today you can also stream the new track "Solar Chambers" below and pre-order the album right here. The album's track listing is as follows:
1. Solar Chamber
2. Chasms
3. Mirage
4. Obsidian Eyes
Terror Posts "Sick And Tired" Video
The Los Angeles hardcore veterans from Terror bring you “Sick And Tired,” the new video from their latest album "The 25th Hour."
The video comes as the first U.S. tour behind "The 25th Hour" kicks off in Chicago this coming November 28, 2015 and blasts North America before wrapping December 19 in San Diego. Full tour date routing info is available after the video clip.
Hardholz Releasing New Album Via Massacre Records
Hardholz is due to release new album ?"?Herzinfarkt" in mid-February 2016 via Massacre Records. Formed more than 3 decades ago and after a 17-year-long hiatus, the band is now back with a brand new album and aims to captivate you with heavy riffs and catchy melodies, as well as with energetic live shows.
Massacre Records comments: "They incorporate various stylistic elements into their compositions and sounds, and you can also hear the influence of bands like Iron Maiden and Metallica."
The 2015 lineup consists of:
Kelle - Vocals
Ede - Guitar
Der Hölzer - Bass
Franky - Drums More...
King Diamond Re-Releasing "The Spider's Lullabye"
King Diamond will release a deluxe edition of "The Spider's Lullabye" on November 27, 2015. This new version was re-mastered by Andy LaRocque and includes a four track bonus CD with previously unreleased demos, on which LaRocque performed the solos and King Diamond himself was responsible for everything else.
In addition to the CD, double translucent red vinyl, including a 23"x33" poster, is available as a limited European import. These can be ordered online now at this location. Catch King Diamond live with Exodus on these upcoming dates:
11/19 - New York, NY - PlayStation Theater
11/20 - New York, NY - PlayStation Theater - SOLD OUT
11/21 - New York, NY - PlayStation Theater - SOLD OUT
11/23 - Pittsburgh, PA - Stage AE (Electric Citizen supporting)
11/24 - Boston, MA - Orpheum
11/25 - Philadelphia, PA - The Fillmore (DVD Filming Show!)
11/27 - Chicago, IL - Aragon Ballroom
11/28 - Detroit, MI - The Fillmore (DVD Filming Show!)
11/30 - Minneapolis, MN - Myth
12/02 - Tulsa, OK - Brady Theater (Club Brady)
12/04 - Houston, TX - House of Blues
12/05 - Dallas, TX - House of Blues More...
Reaping Asmodeia Signs With Prosthetic Records
Prosthetic Records has signed Minneapolis based tech-death metal band Reaping Asmodeia to the label's roster.
Formed in 2013 by former members of With Dead Hands Rising, Reaping Asmodeia self-released debut album, “Poison of the Earth,” a year later. The album was mixed and mastered by Zack Ohren (All Shall Perish, Suffocation), after which the band spent most of that year touring in support of the release with the likes of Abiotic, Beyond Creation, Boris The Blade and many more.
With the signing to Prosthetic and a new album planned for Summer 2016, expect Reaping Asmodeia's reach to expand worldwide. Drummer Daniel Koppy comments:
“We’re excited to have signed with Prosthetic Records. We have always wanted to work with like-minded people who believe in the vision that we have for Reaping Asmodeia. We feel like we have found that with the staff at Prosthetic Records. We are currently writing our debut for the label, which is proving to be our most challenging and intense material yet. We can’t wait to get the record out and get on the road to share it with everyone.” More...
Chthe'ilist Finishes Work On New Album
Canadian death metal band Chthe’ilist has completed work on debut full-length album “Le Dernier Crépuscule,” with the advance track "Voidspawn" now online and available below. Profound Lore Records also comments:
"Conjured in 2010 by the duo of vocalist/guitarist/bassist Philippe Tougas and drummer Philippe Boucher, Chthe'ilist’s intent was to play abhorred, morbid and dark atmospheric brutal technical death metal with over-the-top dual-harmonic guitar shredding.
"The result would be the 'Amechth’ntaas’m’rriachth' demo which was released in 2012 and caused quite the stir in the underground death metal scene. The band’s sound would ultimately reminisce the bizarre aura of such cult luminaries as Demilich (along with giving an overall nod to early ‘90s Finnish death metal, Demigod, Abhorrence, Xysma etc.), Timeghoul, Infester, and Adramelech all while creating a horrid and vile atmosphere of enveloping dread. More...
Katatonia Checks In From The Studio
Katatonia is currently in the studio working on the follow-up to 2012's "Dead End Kings" (reviewed here).
Official details on the title and release date aren't prepped for public consumption yet, but the masters of melancholy did just check in with this studio update:
"We have just completed the drum recording and wrapped up the first session at Studio Gröndahl. It’s been a fun, relaxed, yet very focused past week guiding Daniel Moilanen into putting down the cornerstones to all our new songs.
"This guy surely has the skills of harnessing both power and finesse that goes in perfect harmony with Katatonia. Before we tell you more, here’s a few snippets of Mojjo in action while recording one of the heavier tracks. Enjoy!" More...
GWAR Announces New Year's Eve Show
As GWAR continues global domination on the band's 30th anniversary tour, the intergalactic warlords have announced a special show for New Year's Eve.
"Midnight in the GWARden of New Year's Evil" will take place December 31, 2015 at the National in GWAR's adopted home of Richmond, Virginia. The event is presented by Night Prowler Productions and XL102.
This unprecedented celebration is a must attend for all Bohabs as GWAR is set to ring in the New Year with a special one of a kind performance. Guests and exclusive events for the evening will be announced in the coming weeks. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10:00 AM Eastern here.
Pustulus comments: "I can't wait to commit a mass human sacrifice to bring about the end of the world at midnight on December 31st this year. If the world doesn't actually come to an end, at least we can still catch a buzz." More...
Affliction Gate Streams "Devising Our Own Chains"
French death metal band Affliction Gate is gearing up to release new EP "Dying Alone" this coming January 5, 2016. A track off that album is also now on line - check out "Devising Our Own Chains" below. The full track listing is as follows:
1. Negative Lucidity
2. Devising Our Own Chains
3. Dying Alone
4. Manicheism Inertia
Genocya Comments On Lack Of Activity
U.S. outfit Genocya has checked in with the following update about the band's lack of activity lately:
"For those wondering whats been going on with us lately, and why we had to drop off all of our December shows, here's the story: awhile back, we decided that not only was this group of guys the definitive/best line up we've ever had, but also the LAST line up we will ever have.
"Which means... no man gets left behind. We either move forward together, or we don't move forward. That being said, we have members that need to focus on work and their families right now. So for the time being, we are in a holding pattern. No shows in the near future. Even recording plans are on hold.
"We apologize to everyone that was looking forward to jamming with us or seeing us in December, but as we all know... life happens sometimes. Unfortunately, we are unable to give you a timeline right now, on how long we'll be in hibernation, but rest assured... we WILL be back!
"Thanks to everyone for sticking with us, all these years. You have definitely helped make our hobby/passion an extremely enjoyable one." More...
Wolfheart Posts "Zero Gravity" Video
Wolfheart just released another music video taken off the "Shadow World" album (reviewed here) that dropped back in August. Check out "Zero Gravity" in the YouTube player below. The album's full track listing is as follows:
1. Aeon of Cold (see music video here)
2. Zero Gravity
3. Storm Centre
4. Last Of
5. All Winters
6. Nemesis
7. Abyss
8. Resistance
9. Veri More...
Saffire Posts New Music Video
"Casters Of The First Stone," the new video from Sweden's Saffire, whose lineup includes powerhouse singer Tobias Jansson (ex-Evil Masquerade), can be seen below.
The song deals with racism and is taken from the band's second album "For The Greater Good", which will be released on November 27, 2015 via Metal Heaven.
”For The Greater Good” consists of 11 songs written by Victor Olsson and Tobias Jansson.
The album was mixed and recorded at Sound Industry Studio by Arnold Lindberg (Ghost, In Flames, Evergrey, Hardcore Superstar) and mastered by Dragan Tanaskovic (In Flames, Dark Tranquillity, Mustasch, The Poodles). The full track listing is as follows:
01. The Great Escape
02. Casters Of The First Stone
03. For The Greater Good
04. Heartless
05. Dandelion’s Shame
06. Shadowland
07. Wake Up The World
08. As Promises Burn
09. Blame It On The Rain
10. Ghost Town
11. This Is Not The End More...
Vale Of Pnath Issues Recording Update
Vale Of Pnath has issued the following update about the progress of recording a new full-length album:
"Drums are done, guitars are done, guest solos are rolling in, and bass tracking is well underway. This will be a very, very good music album.
"We will be launching our very first Kickstarter in the next few days because well, we're broke too, and it's our turn now. And we love you guys. And we hope you have a very brutal and sick day today in the guttural slamming mosh. Tiny horns up!" More...
Entombed A.D. Announces New Album
In 2014, Entombed founding member L-G Petrov returned "Back To The Front" with the band's revitalized yet still lethal new incarnation Entombed A.D., which also consists of Nico Elgstrand (guitar), Victor Brandt (bass), and Olle Dahlstedt (drums).
Now 18 months later, fans worldwide can expect the follow-up record, entitled "Dead Dawn," set for international release via Century Media Records on February 26, 2016.
A first single will be released in mid-December and shortly before the album's release, the Entombed A.D. commandos will present new material alongside classic tracks on tour. Bassist Victor Brandt comments:
"We are really looking forward to get out of the studio and hit the road with our friends in Behemoth, Abbath, and Inquisition. It's a really cool package, every band is bringing their A game and I can promise you that you do not want to miss this. There's gonna be a few surprises on the setlist and we're hitting the stage as a five-piece. See you in the pit and/or at the bar! Cheers!"
Guitarist and co-producer Nico Elgstrand reveals the following regarding the recordings: "After festering an eon inside the belly of the beast, it finally disposed of us. I'm not gonna tell you out of which orifice we were spawned, but I will tell you it was demeaning in the true sense of the word. From this horrible experience came the urge to express ourselves through sound and so we did. Now, it's done and we can only look proudly back on what we have created: a damn sinister sounding record. You might not be able to comprehend it, but you won't be able to deny it either!" More...
Teloch Vovin Announces Mini-Release Series
Directly following the recently-unleashed "Further Down The Tunnel" EP, New York City-based back metal coven Teloch Vovin hereby declares several new recordings to see release over the next year, including an impending series of "Psalms Ov Khaos" mini-releases and a split LP with Grave Gnosis.
While the generally tormented death-influenced black arts of Teloch Vovin are intermittently interjected by more electronic/ambient instrumentation and occult ceremonial soundscapes, the prime directive of the "Psalms Ov Khaos" series is to first and foremost expand upon these elements with much more intensity in line with the purpose and theology of the band.
As with the "Further Down The Tunnel" EP, self-released on the Fall Equinox in September, the upcoming "Psalms Ov Khaos" recordings will be issued on the spring and fall Equinoxes and summer and winter Solstices, with the first installment, "Psalm Ov Khaos-Orobas Invocato," now confirmed to see release on the upcoming winter Solstice, December 21, 2015.
Teloch Vovin will also be joining forces with Florida black metal cult Grave Gnosis for a split 12" vinyl release to be unleashed sometime mid-2016, with additional recordings also in the works for next year. More...
AHTME Signs With Unique Leader
The Kansas City technical death metal strategists AHTME - formerly known as The Roman Holiday - are the latest addition to Unique Leader Records' expanding roster of brutality. Unique Leader will be reissuing the band's 2013-issued "The Demonization" debut in early 2016. The label also comments:
"Forged in 2005 in Kansas City, Missouri, the band brings a signature and unique sound to the table. Start with surgically precise but groove-infused guitar riffs, lay them atop a percussion section as sturdy as a field of steel girders and as intricate as a handmade Swiss grandfather clock, throw in a heaping helping of raw, violent vocal incursions, and you have yourself AHTME. Following a near three-year hiatus, AHTME, are indeed back with a proverbial vengeance."
Issues the band of this union with Unique Leader: "We are excited to announce that we have signed a deal with Unique Leader. We can't explain how awesome it is to be featured alongside all these incredible bands and such a talented roster of death metal musicians. Our first album as AHTME is fully written and we are VERY quickly making progress in hammering out every little detail. We can't wait to work with UL for these new releases and we hope to carve out a little home for ourselves here among all these other incredible artists! Thanks to everyone who has been a fan over the years and cheers to the future! Hail AHTME!"
Though the "The Demonization," recorded under the moniker The Roman Holiday, never had an official release, the forty-minute bruiser was well-received among their extensive local fan base and online community. Originally recorded with Navene Koperweis (Animosity, Animals As Leaders, Entheos) in San Francisco in 2009, the album is set to be reissued during the winter of 2016. Further info to be announced in the coming weeks. More...
Inverted Serenity Posts Lyric Video
Winnipeg, MB tech death metal band Inverted Serenity just posted a new lyric video for "Wrought (Rot)" in support of new album "Integral," released last month on October 9, 2015. The band comments:
"'Wrought' is a full speed track joining the noticeable aspects of tech-death, thrash, and black metal into a catchy and emotional fusion of music. The odd time signatures among certain parts of the song are able to remain at a patterning that does not sway away from an enjoyable flow.
"The chorus involves a chant back and forth between the screams of Tomas and Marco that is certainly one of our most impressive and brutal chorus structured vocal phrasings. The ending of the song drifts into a guitar interlude written and performed by Marco.
"The idea in the lyrics of this song is that the process of creation is also a direct means of destruction. Wrought is to self-create, as (rot) is to self-decimate. As we enter life in the physical world, we grow and create with one another and it can be a viciously difficult experience. Through the evolution of seeing the larger cycles and patterns in life, returning to the stillness of the omnipresent universal mind (death) from which we came (birth) is accepted as an inescapable truth. " More...
DevilDriver Announces New Album
California groove metal outfit DevilDriver recently completed work on a 7th studio album and follow-up to 2013 Napalm Records debut "Winter Kills."
"Trust No One" is set for a Friday May 13, 2016 release date via Napalm Records. The band has teamed up again with producer Mark Lewis from Audio Hammer Studios for the production of the album. Frontman Dez Fafara comments on the album:
"Almost 3 years in the making, get ready for a New Devildriver record! 'Trust No One' is filled with killer riffs, groove after groove and massive hooks! Regarding the title 'Trust No One,' it's rightly named and done so. There will be no explanation needed regarding what the title means. The lyrics are volatile and straight to the point! See you next year with 'Trust No One' and around the world on tour!"
Pre-orders will be available shortly. Touring plans for 2016 are being finalized now and dates will be announced soon. More...
Obscura Releases "Akróasis" Music Video
German technical/progressive death act Obscura - featuring Thulcandra's Steffen Kummerer - issued a music video for the title track of the new album "Akróasis." The album is set for release on February 5th via Relapse Records. Pre-orders for the release can be made at this location.
The album features eight songs and was produced by the band and V. Santura (Triptykon, Pestilence). The track listing is:
1. Sermon of the Seven Suns
2. The Monist
3. Akróasis
4. Ten Sepiroth
5. Ode to the Sun
6. Fractal Dimension
7. Perpetual Infinity
8. Weltseele
9. Melos (Deluxe Vinyl Bonus Track)
10. The Origin of Primal Expression (CD Bonus Track)
Check out "Akróasis" here: More...
Rhapsody Of Fire Releases "Into The Legend" Video
Italian power metal act Rhapsody Of Fire - featuring Angra vocalist Fabio Lione - released a new music video for the track "Into the Legend." The song is the title track of the upcoming new release, set to drop on January 15th (EU) and February 5th (USA) via AFM Records.
The track listing for "Into the Legend" is:
1. In Principio
2. Distant Sky
3. Into The Legend
4. Winter’s Rain
5. A Voice In The Cold Wind
6. Valley Of Shadows
7. Shining Star
8. Realms Of Light
9. Rage Of Darkness
10. The Kiss Of Life
11. Volar Sin Dolor (Bonus Track) (Limited Digipak Edition)
Check out the clip here: More...
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Skálmöld Premieres New Lyric Video "Að Vetri"
Iceland may be known for volcanoes, waterfalls and an uncanny respect for trolls.... but the music scene is rich with all kinds of acts from all walks of life. One of the country's greatest exports is unquestionably viking metal act Skálmöld.
Just over a year ago Skálmöld released "Með Vættum" to the world (reviewed here). Today the band celebrates that release with the premiere of the new lyric video "Að Vetri" ("Winter") as fall brings the death and cold slumber of the winter season.
Metal Underground.com is proud to premiere the lyric video "Að Vetri," which you can check out here: More...
Elvenking Starts A "Pagan Revolution"
Italian folk metal act Elvenking posted a live clip for the track "Pagan Revolution." The clip was taken from the live DVD/2CD release entitled "The Night of Nights - Live," which is due out on December 4th (EU) and January 22nd (USA) via AFM Records.
The release was captured during the band's hometown gig in Pordenone, Italy. The DVD/2CD Digipak will include the full show (more than two hours playing time) as well as the band's six official video clips.
The track listing is:
DVD/CD 1:
1. The Manifesto
2. Trows Kind
3. The Wanderer
4. Runereader
5. Pagan Revolution
6. She Lives At Dawn
7. Jigsaw Puzzle
8. Elvenlegions
9. The Cabal
10. A Prayer To Cernunnos
11. Moonbeam Stone Circle
12. Symohn's Bash
13. From Blood To Stone
14. Skywards
15. Disillusion's Reel More...
Light The Fire Premieres New Music Video
Light The Fire premieres its new music video for "Chase the Sun", taken from the new album "Lost at Sea", out in stores now via Standby Records.
Check out now "Chase the Sun" below.
Vision Of Disorder Premieres "Electric Sky"
Vision Of Disorder premieres a new song entitled "Electric Sky", taken from the upcoming new album "Razed To The Ground", which will be out in stores November 27th via Candlelight.
Check out now "Electric Sky" below.
Nexhymn Premieres New Song
Denver’s Nexhymn premieres a new song entitled "Reflection of Revelations", taken from the up coming album, which is expected for release in early 2016.
Check out now "Reflection of Revelations" below.
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