Metal News for November 22, 2013
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34 news articles posted on this day.
Strengthcode Posts New Music Video
Strengthcode has posted a music video online for the song "Inside Power," which is the title track off the album of the same name. Check out the Tommy Antonini-directed video below, or you can find more info on Strengthcde at the band's Facebook profile here.
Church Of Misery Reroutes Tour
Japan's Church of Misery has been forced to issue another set of revisions for the band's North American tour.
Due to unforeseen complications, Church of Misery has rerouted dates after December 5th. The new dates are listed below. The tour features support on select dates from Wizard Rifle, Saviours, and Against the Grain.
w/ Against The Grain, Zoroaster
11/22 Tempe, AZ Yucca Tap Room
11/23 Los Angeles, CA The Satellite
w/ Wizard Rifle
11/24 San Diego, CA Soda Bar
11/25 Fresno, CA Audie's Olympic
11/26 Santa Cruz, CA The Catalyst More...
Straight From The Roots Streaming "Divinorum"
Connecticut's Straight From The Roots has posted the song "Divinorum" online, which features Shawn Spann from I, The Breather. Give it a listen below. Straight From The Roots is:
Wes Dunbar - Vocals, Guitars
Chris Hayden - Vocals
Mike Vail - Bass Guitar
Nate Hayden - Drums
WolveXhys Splits With Label
WolveXhys has issued the following announcement about parting ways with the band's record label:
"It is with great regret that we have decided to part ways with our record label Fivebyfive Records. They have been with us since we first released the 'Enslaver' demo back in February and have been such a source of support for us throughout.
"Our debut album 'Servants of Penance and Purification' will continue to be released through them via all major online digital distributers for the next year as of December 9th including Itunes, amazon, HMV Digital, Spotify, Deezer etc.
"With that being said we are looking to move forward as a band and take ourselves places that practically wouldn't be suitable for FivebyFive Records being based in Canada. This decision was made due to recent events unfolding in our favour which as of this minute we can't announce however there are great things on the horizon for us.
"Please however take the time to check out 5x5 and all the incredible acts they have on their label.
Thank you again to our boy Marty!" More...
Tothem Streaming Songs From New Album
Symphonic gothic metallers Tothem have posted several tracks online from the "Beyond the Sea" album, which can be heard in the player below. The full album's track listing is as follows:
1. Run To You 04:19
2. Smile Again 03:25
3. This Is the Time 03:28
4. Light of Soul 04:29
5. Rescue 03:00
6. Beyond the Sea 04:57
7. Fight With You 03:44
8. The Witch 03:33
9. So Close So Far Away 03:45
10. Cross the Line 03:58
11. Still 04:19
12. Where the Angels Lie 06:55 More...
Specter Streaming "Life Rearranged"
Irish metal band Specter has posted the song "Life Rearranged" online, which comes off the group's debut EP.
The track was engineered & produced by Dave "Whammy" Connaughton and can be heard below. You can also download the track for free at Bandcamp here.
Excimer Streaming "Serial Killer"
Excimer is a thrash metal band from Alexandria, Egypt, formed earlier this year. The band has posted the song "Serial Killer" online, which is the title track to the EP of the same name. Check it out below. Excimer is:
Amr Hossam: Lead Vocals
Ramii: Guitarist/Backing Vocals
Ahmed Samir: Bassist
Ahmed Mostafa: Drummer
Rocky: Lead Guitars More...
Bloodlet To Release Unearthed Recordings
Following the recent proclamation that defunct metalcore pioneers Bloodlet will make a special one-time appearance -- reuniting for the A389 X Bash in January -- today the label also proudly confirms two special pending releases from the band in 2014.
First up, A389 will drop an unreleased Bloodlet demo, recorded in 1994. The track, called "Embrace," was recorded with several other songs prior to the release of the band's debut LP, "Entheogen."
A track which ran astray from the others recorded in the same sessions -- "Shell" and "Cheribum" appearing on the band's "Shell" 7", and then re-appeared on the Eclectic singles compilation LP -- Bloodlet's early metalcore is relived once again in "Embrace." The lost track was discovered by hardcore webzine XStuckInThePastX and shared the masters with A389 Recordings, who will now release an official 7" version of the track in January 2014.
The "Embrace" 7" will tie directly into band's first performance in over ten years, with a one-time reunion at the A389 X Bash the weekend of January 17th and 18th in Baltimore, Maryland.
In addition, A389 is also collaborating with Victory Records on a special reissue of Bloodlet's landmark debut LP, "Enthogen," which Victory initially released in early 1996. The new edition will be released in a deluxe 2xLP in the coming months pending the completion of the remastering sessions, currently going down at Audiosiege.
Bat Streaming Demo EP
Tankcrimes Records is pleased to welcome Bat to the label's roster of audio decadence: An unholy union of Municipal Waste guitarist Ryan Waste on bass/vocals, former DRI drummer Felix Griffin, and Volture guitarist Nick Poulos.
The Virginia/Texas punk metal marauders are now streaming the "Primitive Age" demo EP online. Give it a listen in the player below, courtesy of Metal Injection. More...
Lex Talion Posts New Music Video
Argentina folk metal outfit Lex Talion has released a music video for the track "The Kingdom of the Forgotten," taken from the album "Funeral in the Forest." Watch the clip below, or find more info on Lex Talion at the band's Facebook profile here.
SmackHandle Posts Album Teaser
U.K. based alternative metal outfit SmackHandle has released a teaser trailer for upcoming album "Madman's Request." Check it out below, or find more info on the band at the SmackHandle Facebook profile.
Lucid Skies Streaming New EP
Edmonton, AB hardcore metal band Lucid Skies is streaming forthcoming EP "Hounds" in its entirety via PureGrainAudio.com Check it out in the player below.
"Hounds" is a four track EP set for official release on November 26th. You can also catch the band live on these dates:
November 22, 2013 – Funky Winkerbeans – Vancouver, BC
November 25, 2013 – Slumland Theatre – Red Deer, AB
November 26, 2013 – Verns – Calgary, AB
November 27, 2013 – TBA – Saskatoon, SK
November 28, 2013 – Humbolt Complex – Humbolt, SK
November 29, 2013 – Swan Valley Regional – Swan River, MB
November 30, 2013 – Elice Theatre – Winnipeg, MB
December 1, 2013 – Park Community Centre – Brandon, MB
December 2, 2013 – The Club – Regina, SK More...
Sixty Watt Shaman Announces Live Shows, Album
Maryland's Sixty Watt Shaman rides again, as the act has risen from the ashes to make a return to the stage and studio in 2014.
The classic Sixty Watt Shaman lineup of vocalist/guitarist Dan Soren, bassist Rev Jim Forrester and drummer Chuck Dukehart III -- three quarters of the crew who brought the band's "Seed of Decades" and "Ultra Electric" albums to fruition -- will be delivering a set of time proven classics as well as some new surprises to celebrate the relaunch of this mighty outfit. More...
Brainstorm Enters The Studio
German power metal act Brainstorm has set "Firesoul" as the title for the band's new album, which will be released in early April.
The band has entered the House Of Audio studios with Achim Köhler (who worked on previous albums "Soul Temptation" and "Liquid Monster"). Vocalist Andy B. Franck comments:
"Hi there! We’re still recording parts for our new album 'Firesoul.' Without being overconfident we can say that we are very happy and proud to record one of our best albums so far. It’s awesome to work with Achim Köhler again and the new material exceeds our own expectations. I LOVE it and now we will take care that these killer tracks will get the sound they need. Stay tuned!"
Fierine Streaming New Single
Fierine has posted a new single online titled "Fear," which can be heard in the player below. "Fear" will be included on the band's upcoming album "Rise Through The Flames," due out in January 2014. For more info on Fierine, head over to the band's Facebook profile here.
Lovijatar Recruits New Bassist
Lovijatar has issued the following announcement about recruiting a new bassist:
"We are very happy to announce that lovely Roxsy Surowiak has joined Lovijatar! She will take care of the bass frequences and on stage mayhem!
"Roxsy has been playing with us the last 5 gigs and everybody has adored her as much as we have. Welcome Roxsy, we are privileged to have you!
"Petrus Rapo is no longer in Lovijatar active line-up but he will remain as our friend and trusted person. Petrus played in the both releases of Lovijatar 'Hämärän Kulkija' and 'Pimeän Tuoja' and helped to evolve Lovijatar sound and appearance on his behalf.
"Thanks you Petrus for the 1.5 years, you have done a very good job! Check out the great new band of Petrus called Ursa Maga!"
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Trigger Effect Vocalist Passes Away
Canadian outfit Trigger Effect has issued the following statement online about the band's vocalist passing away:
"Yesterday morning we lost our voice. Our singer, front man and best friend Nick Babeu died an accidental death.
"We appreciate all of the kind words and actions we have heard and seen thus far. A memorial will be announced at Turbo Haus shortly.
"We love you Nick, thank you for the ringing in our ears and the love in our hearts."
You can leave a message for the band over at the Trigger Effect Facebook profile here. More...
One-Way Mirror Recording New Album
French act One-Way Mirror, featuring Guillaume Bideau of Mnemic, has posted the following announcement online about recording a new album:
"One-Way Mirror is back in the studio to record 15 new tracks! If you want to get credited on the next One-Way Mirror album, tag your name on this picture from the Facebook fan page. Your name will appear next to this photo in the booklet of the digipak CD!" More...
The Browning Kicking Off Tour Tonight
The Browning is due to kick off a headlining European tour tonight - Friday, November 22nd - in support of latest studio album, "Hypernova."
The "Across the Nations" tour starts in Chemnitz, Germany, and includes support from Upon This Dawning and Shoot The Girl First. The Browning front man Jonny McBee comments:
"The Browning feels at home in Europe and we can't wait to go back for our headliner! We always have really crazy shows there and this time won't be any different! Everyone pick up our new album Hypernova so you can learn it before we come!" More...
Exorcism Posts Bass Footage
Heavy doom metallers Exorcism, featuring guitarist Joe "Shredlord" Stump (Raven Lord, Holy Hell), recently entered the studio this summer to begin recording an as-yet untitled debut album for an early 2014 release via GoldenCore Recors/ZYX Music.
The material contains a video interview with bass player Lucio Manca (Raven Lord, ex-Solid Vision) as well as footage from his current bass guitar recording sessions at TMS Studio in Spain. Check it out below.
Nothing Announces Tour Dates With Weekend
Philadelphia's Nothing will hit the road in January with fellow shoegaze practitioners Weekend. The trek will head throughout the northeast and midwest U.S. from January 10th to January 23rd. Dates are as follows:
Jan 10 New York NY Bowery Ballroom
Jan 15 Cincinnati OH MOTR
Jan 16 Bloomington IN The Bishop
Jan 17 Chicago IL Schubas/Tomorrow Never Knows Fest
Jan 19 Detroit MI Loving Touch
Jan 21 Toronto ON Garrison
Jan 22 Montreal QC Casa Del Popolo
Jan 23 Boston MA Great Scott More...
Kauan Offering Albums For Download
Kauan is gearing up to release new album "Pirut" on December 15th, and in celebration of the pending album the band is now offering past releases for free download.
Head over to the Kauan Bandcamp page here to get your free downloads of "Kuu?.?.," "Aava tuulen maa," and "Tietajan Laulu." You can also stream "Kuu.." in the player below.
Fallen Joy Announces Album Release
Fallen Joy's new album "Inner Supremacy" is due out on November 30th, and pre-orders are now available at this location.
You can also hear three songs off the release below, and the full album's track listing is as follows:
1. Back to Life
2. Destroying Fate 05:16
3. Hymn to Silent Soldiers
4. Breaking the Light
5. Blood on the Wheel 02:39
6. War of the Undead
7. Burst of Hope
8. Hold the Final Breath
9. Circle of Illusion
10. The Rage to Live On 04:07
11. When the Sun Dies More...
Immortal Bird Streams New Song
With the official arrival of debut EP "Akrasia" now less than two weeks away, Chicago blackened death thrash dealers Immortal Bird today offer up a taste of chaos with “Spitting Teeth.” Give it a listen below, courtesy of Invisible Oranges.
"Akrasia" was recorded at Lo-Tech Laboratories this past Summer by unsung Windy City sound sorcerer Jeff Ziolo, mixed by Kurt Ballou (Converge, Isis, High On Fire, Skeletonwitch) at Godcity Studio, mastered by Brad Boatright (Sleep, From Ashes Rise, Nails, All Pigs Must Die) at Audiosiege and spews forth four tracks of punishingly filthtified brutality.
"Akrasia" is set for release via Closed Casket Recordings on December 3rd. The track listing is as follows:
1. Spitting Teeth
2. Ashen Scabland
3. Akratic Seminar
4. The Pseudoscientist More...
Nashville Pussy Announces New Album
American quartet Nashville Pussy is set to present new studio recording "Up The Dosage" on January 21st, 2014 in North America, in Germany on January 17th, and the rest of Europe on January 20th. The following press release was issued about the album:
"Up the Dosage picks up seamlessly where their 2009 release From Hell To Texas left off. And what is more: their five-year hiatus seems to have done frontman Blaine Cartwright (vocals, guitar) and Ruyter Suys (guitars) good - all 13 new songs (plus two bonus tracks) sound like they were catapulted into to the public from a fountain of youth, rocking in typical Pussy style."
Blaine Cartwright is proud about the new material and comments: "None of the previous Nashville Pussy albums have been as diverse and at the same time consistent. Everything sounds even bigger and better, yet raw and authentic through and through. This is our Back In Black!"
You can also catch the band live: More...
The Safety Fire Posts "Mouth Of Swords" Video
The Safety Fire recently returned from an extensive U.S. tour with Between The Buried & Me, The Faceless, and The Contortionist, in support of second album "Mouth Of Swords."
As is the tradition for the band, The Safety Fire documented the entire run and you can now view the video for the title track off the latest album which features footage of life on the road. Check it out below. Guitarist Derya ‘Dez’ Nagle had this to say:
"We had an incredible time touring the US with some amazing friends. It was great to be playing new music again and we can't wait to get on the road again. Our bodies are oiled and are ready to bring a sexual heat to this bitter cold. People of Europe. Prepare yourselves." More...
A Sound Of Thunder Asks Fans To Pick Covers For EP
American heavy metal band A Sound of Thunder is offering fans a chance to choose the songs for an upcoming covers album.
The band recently announced details of its new album "The Lesser Key of Solomon" via a crowd-funding campaign, launching the project on Friday, October 25 with a $10,000 fund-raising goal. The goal was passed in less than five days, and pledges have now exceeded $18,000. The campaign ends on Monday, November 25th. The band has decreed that if the campaign reaches $20,000 in pledges, they will record a covers album and give fans the opportunity to vote on which songs the band will cover. To make a pledge before Monday, head over to this location.
"This is really just a way to thank the fans for the incredible and unexpected surge of support we've received," says guitarist Josh Schwartz. "We've got a list of great songs for the fans to choose from, ranging from Deep Purple and Kansas to Devin Townsend and Tool! There will definitely be some surprises on the list." In addition to the fan-chosen songs, the album will also include the band's previously announced cover of "Pleasure Slave" by Manowar, and several songs yet to be announced. More...
MaYaN Posts First Studio Report On "Antagonise"
MaYaN, the melodic death metal band formed by Epica guitarist/vocalist/composer Mark Jansen, has posted the first in series of behind the scenes studio reports leading up to the band's sophomore LP "Antagonise." The album will drop via Nuclear Blast Records on January 31, 2014.
The track list for "Antagonise" is:
1. Bloodline Forfeit
2. Burn Your Witches
3. Redemption ~ The Democracy Illusion
4. Paladins of Deceit: National Security Extremism, Part 1
5. Lone Wolf
6. Devil in Disguise
7. Insano
8. Human Sacrifice
9. Enemies of Freedom
10. Capital Punishment
11. Faceless Spies: National Security Extremism, Part 2
Check out the report here: More...
Kingdoms Of Flesh Sign With Masters Of Metal
Kingdoms of Flesh, the new death metal project featuring ex-Seven Kingdoms singer Bryan Edwards and Lascaille's Shroud mainman Brett Windnagle, have signed with Masters of Metal Productions. The debut EP release "The Age of Darkness" will be issued on December 17th.
The track listing for the EP is:
1. Our Fair Lady of the Plague
2. Four Kings
3. Gravelord
4. The Darksign
For a taste of the band's music, check out "Our Fair Lady of the Plague" here: More...
Vanishing Point Signs With AFM Records
Australian progressive metal band Vanishing Point has signed on with AFM Records. Vanishing Point was founded in 1995 and released four albums, the last of which - "The Fourth Season" - was issued in 2007 via Dockyard 1. The new album "Distant Is the Sun" is scheduled for release on February 21st.
According to the press release: "Fans can look forward to a bloody awesome record that features the unique mixture of Melodic Metal, Power/Progressive- & AOR that the band is known for. Welcome aboard!"
The new record will be the debut studio appearance of guitarist James "Bushy" Maier, who joined last year. More...
Riot Announces New Singer Todd Michael Hall
Legendary metal act Riot, who lost founder/guitarist Mark Reale due to complications arising from Crohn's Disease in January of 2012, have revealed the name of the new vocalist for the departed Tony Moore....its Todd Michael Hall (Reverance/Jack Starr's Burning Starr). Hall is the fifth singer in the band's existence, so they band is calling itself Riot V. The band previously announced that the new album will be entitled "Chapter Five, Back for the Attack" and is targeted for release in 2014 via SPV/Steamhammer Records.
The full announcement reads: "RIOT would like to thank all of our fans for their undying patience, love and support as we go through a difficult transitional period for the band.
"As all of you know, we lost our inspirational leader, founder and brother Mark Reale last year after a long battle with Crohn’s disease. In Mark’s honor and with the blessing of his father, Tony Reale, we have decided to continue to carry the torch for our fallen comrade.
"There has been a lot of speculation and opinions concerning what the band should do next. We understand the apprehensions held by many, but out of respect for Mark and our legion of fans we have decided to continue to bring you the RIOT music you’ve come to know, love and appreciate throughout the years. We promise to continue on in this same great tradition. We couldn’t move forward without your support.
"We also would like to thank the many singers who tried-out to be a vocalist with RIOT as we worked to replace the great Tony Moore, who has decided to step away from the music business. He has settled down with his wife, Ann and a great job. We thank Tony for joining us on a reunion record and a few dates for our fans and we wish him and his wife nothing but the best; Never Surrender Tony! More...
Russkaja Releases New Video "Barada"
"Russian Turbo Polka Metal" act Russkaja posted a new music video for the track "Barada," from the band's latest effort "Energia!," which is available now through Napalm Records. The single will be released as an extended EP on November 29th on CD and black gatefold vinyl.
The track list is:
1. Barada
2. Wake Me Up (Avicii Cover)
3. Roar (Katy Perry Cover)
4. Get Lucky (Daft Punk Cover)
Check out "Barada" here: More...
Rhapsody Of Fire Posts Preview Clips Of New Album
Italian power metal act Rhapsody of Fire posted a preview clip of the band's new album "Dark Wings of Steel," the first release from the Alex Staropoli led half of the band's famous split a couple of years ago. The album drops today in Europe and will be released on December 3rd in North America and December 25th in Japan via AFM Records (see review here).
The track list for "Dark Wings of Steel" is:
1. Vis Divina
2. Rising From Tragic Flames (streaming here)
3. Angel Of Light
4. Tears Of Pain
5. Fly To Crystal Skies
6. My Sacrifice
7. Silver Lake Of Tears (streaming here)
8. Custode Di Pace
9. A Tale Of Magic
10. Dark Wings Of Steel
11. Sad Mystic Moon
Check out the preview clip: More...
Kampfar Announces New Album "Djevelmakt"
Norwegian pagans Kampfar announced the impending release of the new album "Djevelmakt." The album is set to drop on January 27, 2014 via Indie Recordings.
The track listing is:
1. Mylder
2. Kujon
3. Blod, Eder og Galle
4. Swarm Norvegicus
5. Fortapelse
6. De Dødes Fane
7. Svarte Sjelers Salme
8. Our Hounds, Our Legion More...
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