Metal News for November 22, 2007
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30 news articles posted on this day.
Naildown Part Ways With Keyboardist
Finnish melodic death/power metal band NAILDOWN has issued the following update:
"As some of you have might witnessed on our last two gigs, we pulled those shows without Jarmo [Puikkonen, keyboards] so it's time to tell the truth for everybody about the situation."
"NAILDOWN has parted ways with keyboard player Jarmo Puikkonen. No big drama here, just a 'little' different views of what being in a band actually requires."
"Us, the remaining Naildowners feel sorry that things were gettting into this point but there was no other way, this decision was best for everybody. However, this has NO effect on our live performances. We will continue without a keyboard player as long as we find the right person for the job. And if we don't find anyone by the next album's session, that's not a problem either since we are fully capable to handle keyboard tracks in studio by our own. So, we are gonna consider carefully before making anyone an official member of the band." More...
Exciter Issue New Album Update
Canadian thrash metal pioneers EXCITER have issued the following update:
"The recording of [the new EXCITER album] 'Thrash Speed Burn' is moving along. The music and vocals are complete for eight of the 10 songs. On the remaining two, all that's left is lead and backing vocals. Then it's mixing time, and off to Massacre [Records] for mastering and release.
"We have also videotaped interviews with each band member for inclusion in some special edition versions that Massacre plans on releasing. There are no details as yet about that package, though.
"The Atarfe Vega Rock festival in Spain has been rescheduled to March 7 and 8, 2008, and we'll be playing on Saturday the 8th." More...
Decapitated Offer Update On Vocalist Covan
The following statement was released by Adrian “Covan” Kowanek’s family on November 22nd:
“Covan had an operation earlier this week, and his current condition is described by doctors as ‘very serious, but stable.’ He will remain in the hospital in Kraków, and visits from anyone other than family is still strictly prohibited at this time. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and support on this matter and will continue to update any changes when they happen.”
Dub Trio Line Up Headlining Show With Tub Ring
Brooklyn’s DUB TRIO haved lined up a headlining show for Friday, December 14th at the Luna Lounge in Brooklyn, NY. Chicago’s TUB RING are set to open.
Konkhra Add Orchestral Arrangements To New Album
KONKHRA has issued the following update in the ongoing saga that is their next studio album:
"Just to let all know what's happening in our camp: we have decided to include some orchestral arrangements on the record. This will postpone the release a little, and some friends of ours already suggested that we change the name of the record to Chinese Hypocrisy. But, we will get it done. The video production for 'Hail To The King' is being planned as we speak, and if we get it done before the end of the year we'll be lucky. We are rolling out the tanks with this one, and the plans so far call for optimum timing. The producer thinks we should be able to be done around Xmas, but we'll probably premiere it around January."
Sonata Arctica Post Live Footage From Milan Online
Musica Metal (Italy) has issued video footage and photos taken at SONATA ARCTICA's gig at Milan's Alcatraz venue on November 19th.
The gig setlist included: 'Intro', 'In Black And White', 'Paid In Full', 'Victoria's Secret', 'Broken', '8th Commandment', 'Tallulah', 'Fullmoon', 'Caleb', 'Black Sheep', 'It Won't Fade', 'Graveimage', 'San Sebastian', 'My Land', 'Don't Say A Word', 'The Cage'.
Check out video footage here and a report and pictures here.
Gaia Epicus Press Limited Edition of "Victory"
Norwegian progressive power metallers GAIA EPICUS check in with the following update:
"The album Victory is now available as limited edition with a bonus track. The bonus track is a cover song called 'What Else Is There?', from the Norwegian synth/pop band RÖYKSOPP.
Right now it is only available at Epicus Records webshop, but soon to be found in music stores around the world."
Quo Vadis Guitarist Inks Deal With Engl Amps
Montréal-based melodic technical death metal band QUO VADIS have issued the following update:
"We are proudly announcing Bart's (Frydrychowicz) recent association with German amp manufacturer Engl. Bart became intrigued after having had a great experience playing Engl gear on tour in Europe."
Comments Bart: "The Engl Invader's vast tonal range translates perfectly both live and in the studio. I'm looking forward to playing and recording this amp on future projects!"
Bart recently put his new Invader 150 through a studio test session at 40 West studio. Check www.bartfrydrychowicz.com soon for the results.
Kaledon Ink New Deal With Hellion Records
Italian power metallers KALEDON have issued the following update:
"Kaledon and Hellion Records are proud to announce their second agreement!! Kaledon's new album will be released in Europe around May/June 2008!
New details for the rest of the world will follow soon..."
Kaledon recently split with vocalist Claudio Conti and have since replaced him with new frontman Marco Palazzi.
The band's last album, Chapter 4 - Twilight Of The Gods, was released in late 2006.
Scarlet Sins Post Thoughts For Manager
Toronto's SCARLET SINS have issued the following statement:
"Our close friend and fellow sinner Ray 'Black Metal' Wallace needs your prayers and positive thoughts. Last Thursday, he suffered a cerebral aneurysm and is currently in the hospital in a drug-induced coma.
Although it would be easy to let ourselves get down about this, we are using all of our energy to focus on a positive and full recovery for Ray. Please say a prayer for him or, if you don't pray, just think positive thoughts that he will come back to us.
Feel grateful for everything that you have. Your health, your family, the roof over your head, the computer you are looking at, the vision you have to read this right now. And don't forget to tell your family and friends how much you love them. Don't wait until tomorrow."
Love,
Sylv, Cris, Tanya, Elie
Epica Post Milan Concert Footage Online
Fan-filmed video footage of Dutch female-fronted symphonic metallers EPICA performing the song "Fools of Damnation" on November 19, 2007 at the Alcatraz club in Milan, Italy can be viewed here.
EPICA's new album, "The Divine Conspiracy", registered the following first-week chart positions:
Holland: #9
Switzerland: #29
France: #36
Germany: #41 More...
Monster Magnet Mainman To Guest On The Metal File
MONSTER MAGNET mainman Dave Wyndorf will be the featured guest on "The Metal File" with Mike Metal this Friday night, November 23 at midnight (technically Saturday morning) on CHOM 97.7 FM in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
You can listen to the show live via the Internet at www.chom.com.
MONSTER MAGNET's new album, "4-Way Diablo", recently entered the German Media Control chart at position No. 81. The CD, which was produced by Matt Hyde and features a cover version of THE ROLLING STONES' "2,000 Light Years from Home", previously landed on the Swedish chart at No. 51. The album sold 1,800 copies in the United States in its first week of release, according to Nielsen SoundScan.
Check out audio samples on the band's MySpace page.
MONSTER MAGNET's last studio album, "Monolithic Baby", was released in 2004 via SPV.
As I Lay Dying Confirmed For Wacken Open Air 2008
San Diego's AS I LAY DYING has been confirmed for next year's installment of the Wacken Open Air festival, set to take place July 31 - August 2, 2008 in Wacken, Germany. The festival billing is shaping up as follows:
AS I LAY DYING
AT THE GATES
AVANTASIA
AXXIS
CARCASS
CHILDREN OF BODOM
CREMATORY
DESTRUCTOR
DREAM OF AN OPIUM EATER
EXCREMENTORY GRINDFUCKERS
HATEBREED
IRON MAIDEN
KAMELOT
KILLSWITCH ENGAGE
KREATOR
KRYPTERIA
LORD BELIAL
OBITUARY
SABATON
SALTATIO MORTIS
SONATA ARCTICA
THE BONES
Velvet Revolver Bassist Talks Guns N Roses Reunion
Australia's News.com.au reports that VELVET REVOLVER's bass guitarist Duff says he's open to hooking up with GUNS N' ROSES again and, of course, Axl Rose — as as long as it's not too chaotic.
And he intends seeing Australia on a Harley-Davidson when his band tours next month.
Speaking to News.com.au's Qconfidential from a beachside bar in Maui where he ordered a cocktail during the interview, Duff said he and Slash had discussed a possible GUNS N' ROSES show.
"It would be a lot of fun as long as it was on a fun level and say just 10 shows to huge crowds," Duff said.
"But we're not really hanging around for a call or with our breath held."
Duff's more immediate focus is VELVET REVOLVER's show on December at the Brisbane Convention Centre.
The band has visas for their visit Down Under, unlike their tour of Japan which had to be cancelled because they were denied visas.
He was last here with the band a couple of years ago and surprised a number of locals, especially a three-piece cover band, when they turned up at the Victory Hotel on a Sunday night.
"Brisbane's an awesome place and I remember that pub and the people were really friendly," Duff said.
"Anywhere where there's sunshine and palm trees people are happy."
As for his love of Harleys: "We're going to get a couple of bikes and on our days off tour around country. It's better than staying in your hotel room."
Nightwish Announce Platinum Version Of New Album
Finnish metallers NIGHTWISH have announced a "platinum" edition of Dark Passion Play (release date yet to be confirmed, but can pre-order now), to include all the 13 songs from the original version plus 5 bonus tracks: 'Erämaan Viimeinen' (new track), 'The Escapist' (new track), 'Meadows Of Heaven' (orchestral version), 'The Poet And The Pendulum' (demo) and 'Bye, Bye Beautiful' (DJ Orkidea remix).
On December 5th the band will release 'Erämaan Viimeinen' (Last Of The Wilds) as a single, only in Finland. 'Erämaan Viimeinen' is actually the instrumental 'Last Of The Wilds' off DPP, but with Finnish lyrics, courtesy of Jonsu (from the all-girl pop band INDICA, who are set to open for Nightwish across Scandinavia).
Manifest Announce "Hedonism" Release Party
Norway's MANIFEST have issued the following update:
"Do not miss the release party for Hedonism, which is held at UFFA in out hometown Trondheim on Decemer 1st!!
"We will have some brand new T-shirts for you to buy, and Morningstar Records will most likely have a stand where you can buy Hedonism and other Morningstar releases."
"Sounds like the perfect place to go shopping for Christmas gifts!!!!!!!! CC is at an amazing 60 NOK!! BTW: No alcohol will be served at UFFA, but it is more than OK to bring your own booze..." More...
Devourment To Headline 2008 Tokyo Deathfest
Texas-based brutal death metallers DEVOURMENT have been announced as the headliners for the 2008 Tokyo Deathfest, which will take place on April 25th (at Shibuya Cyclone) and 26th (at Shibuya Yaneura) in Tokyo, Japan. You can find more information on the festival online here.
Deranged Post New Album Samples Online
Sweden’s DERANGED have posted a number of samples from their forthcoming new album, The Redlight Murder Case, online over at their official MySpace page. The album is set to be released in in February by Regain Records.
Decrepit Birth Post New Song Online
A new DECREPIT BIRTH track, entitled will release their second album, "A Gathering of Imaginations", has been posted on the group's MySpace page. The song comes off the Santa Cruz, California-based death metallers' second album, "Diminishing between Worlds", which is scheduled for release on January 28, 2008 via Unique Leader Records. The CD was recorded at Castle Ultimate studios with engineer/producer Zack Ohren.
"Diminishing between Worlds" track listing:
01. The Living Doorway
02. Reflection of Emotions
03. Diminishing Between Worlds
04. Dimensions Intertwine
05. The Enigmatic Form
06. A Gathering of Imaginations
07. Await The Unending
08. Through Alchemy Bound Eternal
09. ...And Time Begins
10. Essence of Creation
11. The Morpheus Oracle
Check out the "Diminishing between Worlds" cover artwork at this location (created by Dan Seagrave). More...
Helion Reveal New Songtitles
Finnish melodic metallers HELION have issued the following update:
"We're working on new material as we speak. Long-distance connections seem to work just fine. We've managed to pull together a couple of cool songs in a blink of an eye. Well, maybe two blinks… But still. Working titles for songs (more or less permanent) include 'Nevermotors', 'Dreamcatcher' and 'Winter Evermore'. We sure are excited. Hope you'll like the sh*t we're pulling together!"
HELION recently recruited Simo Autio, mastermind behind the now-defunct CAUSEMOS, to be the group's new lead singer. "Knowing his scale of talent on the music field, we're excited to have him onboard," the band previously said in a statement. "It is fair to say, he is likely to be adding a whole new perspective into HELION music." More...
Vreid Change Venue For German Show
The December 11th VREID show originally scheduled to take place in Ingolstadt, Germany at SPL has been moved to the Metropolis Club in Munich, Germany. To receive more information regarding the location and other details of the show, email promoter Bianca at info@boa-metalopenair.de.
Upcoming dates on Vreid's tour of Europe with MARDUK and UNLEASHED are
as follows:
November
23 - Stockholm, Sweden at Klubben
24 - Oslo, Norway at Maiden
25 - Malmoe, Sweden at KB
26 - Hamburg, Germany at Markthalle
27 - Sneek, Holland at Bolwerk
28 - London, England at The Underworld
29 - Sheffield, England at The Corporation
30 - Vosselaar, Belgium at Biebob
December
1 - Arnhem, Holland at Music Sacrum
2 - Paris, France at Elysee Montmartre
3 - Strasbourg, France at La Laiterie
4 - Lyon, France at Ninkasi Kao
5 - Barcelona, Spain at Mephisto
6 - Madrid, Spain at Caracol
7 - Toulouse, France at Havana
8 - Erstfeld, Switzerland at Transilvania Live
9 - Bologna, Italy at Estragon
10 - Dornbirn, Austria at Spielboden
11 - Munich, Germany at Metropolis Club
12 - Brno, Czech Republic at Fleda
13 - Leipzig, Germany at Hellraiser
14 - Saarbrucken, Germany at Roxy
15 - Werl - Duisburg, Germany at Stadthalle
Amoral Issue Band Update
Ben Varon, guitarist of Finnish metallers AMORAL, has issued the following update:
"Its been a bit quiet here on amoralweb.com lately, sorry about that! There haven't been that much going on after the tour (which was killer - see the tour blog for more on the subject). Everyone's kind of doing their own thing at the moment. It's been a long time since we last had a few weeks break. Some of us are gonna be abroad for a while, some of us are just chillin' at home taking it easy. I have the honor of being part of the annual Dimebag Beyond Forever Tour this year, eight gigs in tribute of the pink-bearded legend, with all the profits going to charity. So my time is spent on practicing Pantera songs at the moment, mostly. We have a couple of gigs coming up by the end of the year, and right after new years we'll continue to tour Finland. Dates to be announced soon. Some plans for later 2008, we'll keep you posted."
Upcoming Amoral live dates include:
December
12 - Tampere, Finland - Talvipotpuri
January
12 - Pori, Finland - Annis
18 - Tampere, Finland - Hellä
25 - Pietarsaari, Finland - Club Jeppis
Yakuza Update Canadian Tour Schedule
Chicago's YAKUZA have updated their Canadian tour schedule as follows:
November
22 - Hamilton, ON - Ansinthe
23 - Toronto, ON - Fun Haus
24 - Peterborough, ON - Undergdog
25 - St. Catherines, ON - L-3 (with ARISE AND RUIN)
28 - Kingston, ON - Time To Laugh
30 - Trois-Rivieres, QC - Rock Café (with See You Next Tuesday)
December
1 - Montreal, QC - TBA
2 - Windsor, ON - The Coach And Horses
For information visit this location.
Drowning Pool Gear Stolen From Rehearsal Room
Jay Gormley of the North Texas CBS affiliate KTVT-TV reports: It was supposed to be a Thanksgiving homecoming for a popular Dallas band. Instead, thieves have left the members of DROWNING POOL a little less thankful.
Having survived the death of lead singer Dave Williams five years ago, DROWNING POOL has overcome its share of obstacles.
Now the Dallas-based alternative-metal band will have to overcome yet another challenge.
"It's not the way I wanted to kick off my holiday, that's for sure," said DROWNING POOL bassist Stevie Benton.
DROWNING POOL had just returned home after months of touring. The band arrived in Dallas Wednesday morning. That's when they discovered that much of their equipment had been stolen. More...
M.A.N Post Fourth Episode Of Studio Diary Online
M.A.N, the band formed out of the ashes of Sweden's TRANSPORT LEAGUE (featuring former MNEMIC frontman Tony Jelencovich), entered Grand Recordings in Gothenburg, Sweden with producer/engineer Svein Jensen on October 19 to begin recording its new album, entitled "Peacenemy", for a tentative early 2008 release. Songtitles set to appear on the CD include "Outnumbered", "Dead Universe", "Hacker Sapiens", "Kill It", "My Own Sickness", "Hypokrite", "Apocalypse", "Harness The Mind", "Worn Wigs", "Body Sewer" and "Blood Vanish".
Watch the fourth "episode" of the M.A.N studio diary here.
M.A.N's next live appearance will take place tonight (Saturday, November 17) at Metal Club/Nöjesfabriken in Karlstad, Sweden.
M.A.N recently uploaded several video clips taken at the group's June 30, 2007 concert at Virgin Oil Co in Helsinki, Finland. Watch them at YouTube. More...
Volbeat To Support Megadeth In Denmark
Danish metallers VOLBEAT will support MEGADETH on February 8, 2008 at KB Hallen in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Commented VOLBEAT frontman Michael Poulsen: "I have been big fan of MEGADETH since I was a teenager, and Dave Mustaine still inspires me as a songwriter.
VOLBEAT's latest CD, "Rock The Rebel / Metal The Devil", was named "Best Album" at the Danish Metal Awards 2007, which were held on November 17 at Amager Bio in Copenhagen, Denmark. The LP was recently certified platinum in Denmark for sales in excess of 30,000 copies. According to the band this marks the first time a Danish metal album has sold platinum in Denmark. More...
The Faceless Release More December Tour Dates
THE FACELESS have added the following string of dates for after their current tour with ENSLAVED:
December 7 - Pompton Lakes, NJ @ Mainstage w/ Unearth, God Forbid
December 8 - Providence, RI @ Living Room w/ Unearth, God Forbid
December 10 - Pittsburgh, PA @ The School BCA w/ Arsis
December 11 - Tinley Park, IL @ Mojoes w/ Arsis
December 12 - Milwaukee, WI @ Miramar Theatre w/ Arsis
December 13 - Saint Louis, MO @ 2 Cents Plain w/ Arsis
December 14 - Salina, KS @ The Blue Goat w/ Arsis
December 15 - Ft. Collins, CO @ Aggie Theatre
December 16 - Logan, UT @ Club NVO
Download Rotting Corpse's 1985 Demo Online
The 1985 debut three-song demo cassette by Texas thrashers ROTTING CORPSE has been made available for download at the Bang! Bang! metal demo blog.
According to the blog post, "Formed by (then 'Diamond') Darrell Abbott's guitar tech Walt Trachsler and fellow PANTERA roadie Jim Mulqueen while their bosses were still pumping spandex in regional rock halls, the band also featured future SOLITUDE AETURNUS guitarist John Perez.
"This three-song tape purloins a LOT of choice riffs from EXODUS' 'Bonded by Blood', but that's not a bad place to start. Their zealous thrash energy can't be faked, and compared to a lot of excitable demo bands at the time, they can actually play — and keep a fast tempo together." More...
Justice To Play Last Show In March
Belgium’s JUSTICE have posted the following update:
“JUSTICE has decided to call it quits. Everything comes to an end, it was our time to go. We will play 3 more shows and in January we will record our final record which we’ll release on our last show in March. We’ll hit up you with more details about that last show, get it in your agenda! More info about the last record will follow too."
"8th of Dec – DeadAndPowered Showcase, The 1in12 Club, Bradford (UK)
16th of Feb– Fire ‘n Ice Fest, Barcelona (SP)
8th of Mar – Last Show, TBA (BE)”
Comeback Kid Part Ways With Bassist Kevin Call
COMEBACK KID bassist Kevin Call has issued the following update:
“Well friends, the time has come for yet another member of the CBK crew to say goodbye. Currently, COMEBACK KID are about to play Berlin on what will be my last tour with the band. Life has called on me to go in a different direction - one that no longer involves playing bass guitar in COMEBACK KID. These past few years with this band have been the best years of my life. I’ve seen some amazing places, made some amazing friendships all over the world, and have grown so much as a result of playing in this band. I thank Andrew, Kyle, Jeremy, Scott, and Casey for giving me the privlege of creating music and performing worldwide with them. I also thank every person who has ever played a part in this band - whether you did a stage dive, bought a record, or put forth effort to make COMEBACK KID the band it is today. I wish the rest of the dudes the best of luck. We will be playing what will be my last shows in mid-December, including a show in my hometown of Minneapolis. So keep an eye out for those. Thanks. See you around.”
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