Metal News for February 25, 2015
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Gristnam Streaming Music From New Album
"Even Less" is the latest full-length album from Louisiana sludge grind assassins, Gristnam.
Featuring former members of haarp and Omean, Gristnam lives by the grind-groove-repeat ethos spewing out billowing odes of revulsion, disease, and chronic disenchantment.
Out now on Housecore Records, "Even Less" is a dual bruiser that features five tracks from the band's 2013-issued "Release 1" EP and six new violent requiems.
In commemoration of its release, today CvltNation.com is hosting a stream of "Guilt Runs Red" and "Copperhead." Listen in below. The full track listing is as follows:
Side A
1. Etch And Burn
2. Column V
3. Embedded
4. Guilt Runs Red
5. Load/Depress
Side B
6. Wake (streaming here)
7. Copperhead
8. Cells
9. Riding Home
10. Wallow
11. Oak Tunnel More...
Seagrave Releasing "Stabwound"
Art of Propaganda is proud to present the debut album of Seagrave, titled "Stabwound" and set for international release on April 27th. The label also comments:
"Although a very new name, formed in 2014, Seagrave is actually the solo-project of Harakiri for the Sky's J.J., whose band released the critically acclaimed Aokigahara last year via Art of Propaganda.
"Here with 'Stabwound,' J.J. in Seagrave seeks to meld shoegazing black metal, melodic post-hardcore, and D-beat death metal...and does so, with dazzling results. From blistering beginning to mournful end, 'Stabwound' winds its way through a kaleidoscopic, sometimes-caustic array of colors, each song a patiently unfolding epic that uniquely spans a wide swath of sonic territory.
"Some will point to this sound as being rather nouveau, but J.J.'s roots in black metal stretch back to the mid-2000s with Hoffnungstod and then the subsequent Karg; thus, his integration of black metal tropes into other, seemingly disparate musical bedfellows is both authentic and daring. What results is a record that strives for catharsis, by any musical means necessary - after all, its central lyrical themes are the downsides of life like estrangement, broken relationships, depression, and drug abuse - and explodes with emotive, genuinely heart-wrenching violence. Healing from 'Stabwound' will not be an easy process..."
1. Pillage de tombe
2. Pistanthrophobia
3. Harvest in June
4. Manifest XII
5. Down with the Wolves
6. Bonjour Tristesse More...
PanzerBastard Releasing Split With Rawhide
Unholy Anarchy Records, in conspiracy with Anvileater Records, will present a 7" split between Boston's PanzerBastard and Sweden's Rawhide on March 24th. Almost a year in the works, this slab of nasty wax is sure to get your blood boiling and your head cranking. Unholy Anarchy comments:
"Both bands need little introduction. PanzerBastard have been cracking skulls for over 10 years with a hybrid style of speed metal meets hardcore punk meets whatever the hell they feel like throwing in. These three tracks are just nasty, and come on the heals of the band's split with Tenebrae (available through Jailhouse Records).
"Rawhide have been on a path of destruction since their inception in 2003, with two full-lengths and a handful of demos, EPs and splits. Rawhide's two tracks are laden with riffs and memorable hooks using thier filthy, dirty, stripped down style of punk-infused rock. The band is also releasing a split with the almighty Hookers, which will be co-released by Devil's Grip Records, Totem Cat Records and Little T&A Records soon." More...
Napalm Death Posts Track-By-Track Video
U.K. grind pioneers Napalm Death just released a track-by-track clip explaining the songs on new album "Apex Predator - Easy Meat."
Check out vocalist Mark "Barney" Greenway explaining the lyrical themes of the songs below, and you can also find a list of upcoming Napalm Death tour dates after the jump.
In The Company Of Serpents Gears Up For Tour
Denver doom duo In The Company Of Serpents will kick off a U.S. live takeover next week. Set to embark on March 6th in Salt Lake City with additional dates added since the initial announcement, the band will bring lead-footed tidings to fourteen cities down the West Coast and into the Southwest, with the tour coming to a halt on March 21st in Wichita.
In The Company Of Serpents will be joined by a host of ear-bleeders throughout the journey including Top Dead Celebrity, Ladybird, Gale and more. Comments the band, "Let the waves of fuzz roll over you, empty your mind, and worship at the throne of Ohms."
The group will be scouring ears with hymns from the "Merging In Light" EP, unleashed at the close of 2014. More...
Nazghor Provides "Diabolical Teachings"
Swedish black metal band Nazghor is gearing up to drop a fourth album titled "Diabolical Teachings" this coming March 1st. Today you can also hear a track from the release. Check out the song "Sever the Ties, Become the Antichrist" in the player provided below.
Acero Letal Releases 7" EP
Chilean heavy metal band Acero Letal has released a new 7" EP through Witches Brew entitled "Veloz Invencible / Duro Metal." Both tracks can also be heard below. Witches Brew comments:
"Since transforming from a one man band in 2009 to a full line up, Acero Letal has stormed the underground with finely honed speed metal, even garnering a Band Of The Week mention from Fenriz in November of 2014! Acero Letal is currently working on a debut full-length and Witches Brew will be releasing the album in 2015."
1. Veloz Invencible
2. Duro Metal More...
Samael Recruits New Bassist
Swiss metal band Samael has checked in with the following announcement about a lineup change in the bass position:
"The ever growing success of Mas' light show company and his numerous jobs as light engineer has lead to the hard decision to take different paths.
"We’re excited to announce the recruiting of Drop (ex-Sybreed) as our new bass player. Drop has already played a few shows with Samael as a fill out musician last year and now we’re happy to welcome him as a permanent member of the band.
"We wish Mas lots of success and satisfaction in the years to come and thank him for all the great time we spent together!"
See Samael live on these dates:
02.04.15: Mod Club – Toronto, Canada
03.04.15: Mavericks – Ottawa, Canada
04.04.15: Théatre Plaza – Montreal, Canada
05.04.15: L’Agitée – Quebec City, Canada
25.04.15: L’Aéronef – Euralille, France
23.05.15: L’Usine – Geneva, Switzerland
06.06.15: Sweden Rock Festival – Solvesborg, Sweden
19.06.15: Graspop Metal Meeting – Dessel, Belgium
21.06.15: Hellfest – Clisson, France
25.07:15: Ragnarock Festival – Wohratal, Germany
30.07.15: Wacken Open Air – Wacken, Germany More...
Lord Dying Posts Playthrough Videos
Portland, Oregon's Lord Dying released a new album entitled "Poisoned Altars" last month via Relapse Records. Since the release of the album, the band has been touring non-stop and is currently out on the road in North America supporting Anvil. See upcoming dates below.
During the recording process of "Poisoned Altars," the band filmed a series of performance videos for the song "Offering Pain." Check out the clips below, courtesy of GuitarWorld.com.
2/25- Austin, TX @ The Dirty Dog
2/26- Ft. Worth, TX @ The Rail Club
2/27- Midland, TX @ The Blue Max
2/28- McAllen, TX @ Aces North
3/1- San Antonio, TX @ Kapones
3/4- Phoenix, AZ @ Joes Grotto
3/5- Tucson, AZ @ Flycatcher
3/6- Albuquerque, NM @ Blu Phoenix
3/7- Colorado Springs, CO @ Black Sheep
3/8- Denver, CO @ Marquis Theater
3/9- Grand Junction, CO @ Mesa Theatre
3/11- Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Bar
3/12- Idaho Falls, ID @ DB's
3/13- South Lake Tahoe, CA @ Whisky Dicks Saloon
3/15- Las Vegas, NV @ Adrenaline
3/17- W Hollywood, CA @ The Whisky
3/18- Morgan Hill, CA @ The Granada
3/19- Portland, OR @ Tonic Lounge
3/20- Seattle, WA @ Studio Seven
Psycho California Fest:
5/15 - 5/17: Santa Ana, CA @ Psych California Fest More...
Valor Releasing Limited Edition 7"
Greek epic power metal band Valor returns with a special limited edition 7” single titled “The Crown and the King.”
Side A features a brand new track (“The Crown of Evermore”) taken off the band’s upcoming album and Side B features a cover of the Accept classic “The King.”
Limited to 250 copies, the 7” single will be released on March 5th, during the Up the Hammers Festival warm-up show in Athens, Greece to coincide with the band’s appearance at this year’s festival (Day 2 – March 7th).
All orders will include a unique code to download the two tracks specifically mastered for digital audio in high quality mp3 and flac formats along with complete artwork and lyrics. Pre-orders are now up at this location. More...
Prolong The Agony Releases New Video
Prolong The Agony has a new video clip out today for "Dead Dreams," a track taken off the forthcoming "All We Are" EP.
"All We Are" is up for pre-order at this location and is due to drop on April 20th via In At The Deep End Records. Vocalist Lawrence Welling also comments:
"We're extremely pleased to release our video for Dead Dreams! This is the lead single from our new EP 'All We Are,' which is now available for pre-order and will be released April 20th! We've put our lives into this and couldn't be happier so make sure you check it out!"
Bosse-De-Nage Gets On "All Fours"
Bosse-De-Nage has completed work on new album "All Fours," which is coming April 14th via Profound Lore Records. The band also issued this typically enigmatic statement:
“When she was a child, Marie decided to live her life as a horse. She greatly enjoyed her agony, but eventually the humiliations of the saddle lost their appeal. She lives with me now, in this house where every night we play the same game. It begins at dusk; Marie taunts me with her naked breasts, which hang like dazzling moons, then I dump one of our many overflowing ashtrays over her body. The ashes cling to the urine on her torn clothes forming new, amusing patterns each time. At night she reenacts scenes from her passion. She kicks and screams on all fours—her violent dressage thrills me. When she is too tired to move, I collect the bitter flakes from her head. I press against her naked body and squeeze it until she loses any remaining pretense of beauty. These acts are nauseating but necessary.”
1. At Night
2. The Industry Of Distance
3. –
4. A Subtle Change
5. Washerwoman
6. In A Yard Somewhere
7. To Fall Down
8. The Most Modern Staircase More...
Tempel Wrapping Up Work On Album
Following the Prosthetic release of mammoth 2014 debut "On the Steps of the Temple," the Arizona instrumental metal duo Tempel is currently putting the final touches on a new album.
The group, consisting of Ryan Wenzel (guitars/keys) and Rich Corle (drums), will soon finish tracking the new material at Wenzel’s Phoenix-area home studio, Arrowhead. An upcoming Summer release is expected.
“For us, this new album represents a big evolution in all aspects of our work,” commented Wenzel. “This is a heavier, yet more melodic album than our debut. It’s a clear representation of where we are musically. We poured ourselves into this album for nearly two years, and we have never been more proud of our music.“
Added Corle, “The goal was to make sure everything was constantly moving in these songs. We didn’t want anything to interrupt the forward momentum. At the same time, we wanted to work in all the different types of metal we love that we didn’t feel were represented on the debut.” More...
Pyrrhon Announces New Tour Dates
The New York experimental death metal strategists from Pyrrhon have announced their first ever European tour.
Featuring support from French grinders Department of Correction, the tour kicks off on April 10th in Paris and runs through April 25th in Plymouth, UK. A complete listing of dates is included below.
The band will be touring in support of sophomore full-length and Relapse debut, "The Mother Of Virtues." More...
Blackout Streaming "Human" Track
After streaming the "Cross" track online (still available here), Blackout now has another song online from the band's upcoming self-titled album.
Listen in to "Human" below, courtesy of a stream hosted by Noisey.Vice.com. The album is due to drop March 31st via RidingEasy Records, and the track listing is as follows:
1. Lost (5:20)
2. Blackout (3:56)
3. Nightmare (5:13)
4. Sprites (4:23)
5. Cross (5:09)
6. Tannered (6:44)
7. Human (6:51) More...
Vampire Posts "The Fen" Video
Swedish horror death metal band Vampire has completed a video clip for "The Fen," taken from the band's self-titled debut album (reviewed here).
This work of art was done by Mr. Daniel Garptoft of Dirt Frame and can be seen below, courtesy of Bloody-Disgusting.com. Vampire's lead singer Hand of Doom comments on the video:
"Working with Daniel Garptoft for the first Vampire video certainly fleshed out the aesthetics already in place on our 2014 album. We wanted something that gives off a classic horror film vibe, and that resonates with the recurring style of 'Scandinavian Gothic' present in much Swedish horror and thriller fiction from recent years.
"The video for 'The Fen' elaborates loosely on the content of the song lyrics, but also does a good job at accentuating the moods of the music. To us in the band, it refreshes one of our favorite tracks off the album, and reinforces the status of a popular live song as an essential aspect of the Vampire experience. More...
Incite Adds More Tour Dates
Earlier this month, heavy metal band Incite announced an upcoming full U.S. tour in support of most recent album "Up In Hell." The tour will feature support from Better Left Unsaid and Spades & Blades.
Today, the band has announced several new dates added to the run, completing the full tour routing. See below for all new tour dates.
In celebration of Friday’s kick-off, Incite has unleashed a brand new lyric video for title track "Up In Hell." Check it out after the jump, courtesy of Revolvermag.com.
2/27 - Los Angeles, CA @ Troubadour
2/28 - Bakersfield, CA @ Riley’s
3/1 - Chico, CA @ The Maltese
3/2 - Seattle, WA @ El Corazon
3/3 - Redding, CA @ Bombay's
3/4 - Bend, OR @ 3rd Street Pub
3/5 - Portland, OR @ Tonic Lounge
3/6 - Twin Falls, ID @ Hometown Bar
3/7 - Idaho Falls, ID @ DB’s
3/8 - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Metro
3/10 - Colorado Springs, CO @ Sunshine Studios
3/12 - Sioux City, IA @ Chesterfield
3/13 - Chippewa Falls, WI @ Every Buddy’s Bar
3/14 - Barrington, IL @ Penny Road Pub
3/15 - Cherry Valley, IL @ Take 20
3/17 - Mishawaka, IN @ Smith’s Downtown
3/18 - Warren, MI @ The Ritz
3/19 - Kent, OH @ The Outpost
3/21 - Syracuse, NY @ Macs Bad Art Bar
3/22 - Philadelphia, PA @ Bull Shooters
3/23 - New York, NY @ Blackthorn 51
3/24 – Washington, DC @ Chief Ike’s Mambo Room
3/25 - Chesapeake, VA @ Riff House Pub
3/26 - Beckley, WV @ Muncheez
3/27 - Newport, KY @ Thompson House
3/28 - Pontiac, IL @ Freaksters Roadhouse
3/29 - Danville, IL @ Vintage Villians
3/30 - St Louis, MO @ Fubar
3/31 - Kansas City, MO @ Riot Room
4/1 - Tulsa, OK @ The Downtown Lounge
4/2 - Wichita, KS @ Lizard Lounge
4/3 - Lawton, OK @ The Railhead
4/4 - Houston, TX @ BFE Rock Club
4/5 - Dallas, TX @ Curtain Club
4/7 - Austin, TX @ The Dirty Dog Bar
4/8 - Corpus Christ, TX @ Theo’s
4/9 - Abilene, TX @ The Silo
4/10 - Midland, TX @ Blue Max (VITAL REMAINS headline)
4/12 - Albuquerque, NM @ The Jam Spot
4/14 - Las Vegas, NV@ LVCS
4/15 - Modesto, CA @ The Other Place
4/16 - San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick
4/17 - Mesa, AZ @ Club Red More...
Wolfheart Heads Off For "The Hunt"
We're meandering through the dead of winter, dealing with ice, snow, bitter chill, misery, and polar vortexes in much of the country. But rather than lament the climate and wish away our lives, thinking about warm weather, Wolfheart celebrates the starkness of the season with music.
The video for new song "The Hunt" premieres online today - check it out below, courtesy of Revolvermag.com. "The Hunt" lives on the band's "Winterborn" album (reviewed here), which was just released in the U.S. after previously only seeing release in the band's native Finland.
Woflheart will also release a brand new album later this year, but for now, why not engage in "The Hunt?" More...
Thurisaz Posts Studio Video
Thurisaz just released a studio video report from the recording of upcoming album "The Pulse Of Mourning," which was recorded and mixed at CCR Studio between January 1st and February 15th. Due out March 31st via Sleaszy Rider, the track listing is as follows:
01. Longing...
02. ...For A Change
03. Patterns Of Life
04. Tangram
05. Rays Of Light
06. One Final Step
07. Enslaved Dreams
08. In All Remembrance
09. Stargaze More...
My Sleeping Karma Announces New Album
Napalm Records has today revealed that My Sleeping Karma's new album will be called "Moksha" and is due for release in Europe on May 29th and North America on June 9th. The track listing will be as follows:
1. Prithvi
2. Interlude 1
3. Vayu
4. Interlude 2
5. Akasha
6. Interlude 3
7. Moksha
8. Interlude 4
9. Jalam
10. Interlude 5
11. Agni More...
Art Of Dying Parts With Guitarist
Art Of Dying is gearing up to release a new album, but the band is also now down a member. Guitarist Greg Bradley comments on leaving the group:
"I have had some of the most amazing experiences of my life with Art of Dying. I will always cherish the fond memories of working with Jonny, Cale, Tavis and Jeffy and performing for the fans. It is just time for me to move on in my life. I wish the guys nothing but the best. Much love and respect to all!"
A message to the fans from Jonny, Jeffy, Cale and Tavis reads: "We wish Greg well and feel fortunate to have had him with us. As a founding member of the band, his contribution to Art of Dying will last well beyond his physical presence." More...
Wilderun Streaming "The Garden Of Fire"
A new track is now online from folk metal outfit Wilderun's forthcoming "Sleep at the Edge of the Earth" album.
Check out "The Garden Of Fire" in the YouTube clip below, and keep an eye out for the official release of "Sleep At The Edge Of The Earth" on April 7th. The track listing is:
1. Dust and Crooked Thoughts
2. And So Opens the Earth (Ash Memory Part I)
3. Hope and Shadow (Ash Memory Part II)
4. Bite the Wound (Ash Memory Part III)
5. The Faintest Echo (Ash Memory Part IV)
6. The Garden of Fire
7. Linger
8. The Means To Preserve
9. Sleep at the Edge of the Earth More...
Our Last Crusade Releases New Lyric Video
"Postmodern Man" is a single off the debut full length album "The Ideal & The Actual" by Our Last Crusade.
A lyric video for the single is now online and can be viewed below. “Postmodern Man” was recorded with Eyal Levi, John Douglass & Jason Suecof and can be picked up at iTunes here.
Blackened Re-Launches An "Underground Attack"
Earlier this month Witches Brew re-released the Brazilian thrash metal band Blackened's latest effort, the "Underground Attack" MCD, which was previously only available in a limited run of 200 copies.
Bolstered with a new layout, "Underground Attack" hosts six tracks of the classic Bay Area sound while adding in some crossover. Witches Brew and Blackened will team up once again for the band's new full length album, slated to begin recording in the summer of 2015. For now catch the group live:
February 28th, 2015 (Porto Belo / SC)
March 7th, 2015 (São Paulo / SP)
March 14th, 2015 (Ponta Grossa / PR)
May 15th, 2015 (Novo Hamburgo / RS)
May 16th, 2015 (Gravataí / RS)
May 17th, 2015 (Caxias do Sul / RS)
May 23rd, 2015 (Curitiba / PR) More...
Vargsheim Posts Track-By-Track Video
Vargsheim has published the first in a track-by-track breakdown of new album "Träume der Schlaflosen." Check it out below and stay tuned for part 2. The album's track listing is as follows:
1. Was Uns Heilig War
2. Der Dunkle Teich
3. Massenmenschen
4. Träume der Schlaflosen
5. Die Netzuhr
6. Finning
7. Erdenrost
8. Svartnatt
9. Omega
Reach Releasing New Album
Swedish hard rockers Reach will release debut album, “Reach Out To Rock,“ on March 4th, 2015 via Sun Hill Production/Cargo Records.
The album was mixed by sound maestro Pontus Norgren from Hammerfall and Poodles. Recorded & produced by Erik Modin & Johannes Hennoks, it features artwork design by Morgan Hassel.
In March 2015 the band will join Gus G. on his Swedish tour as well as Eclipse on a U.K. tour. The "Reach Out To Rock" track listing is as follows:
01. You Called My Name
02. Fortune & Fame
03. Tell Me
04. We Are
05. Someone Like You
06. The Beast
07. Make Me Believe
08. Reach Out
09. Looking For Love
10. Coming Home More...
Bloodrocuted Releasing "Disaster Strikes Back"
Bloodrocuted is a young thrash metal band founded in 2010 by Daan (bass/backing vocals) and Bob (lead guitar & lead vocals) at the age of fifteen. In 2012 the line-up became complete when Jason (rhythm guitar) and Gaëtan (drums) joined the group.
In 2013 the band of thrashers recorded first album “Doomed To Annihilation.” Only six months after that release, Bloodrocuted set loose a demo-tape called “Persecution of the Misanthrope,” a limited edition of 100 pieces. Since the first show in early 2012, the group has played over 50 gigs in Belgium, supporting bands like Skeletonwitch, Havok, Hail of Bullets, Melechesh, Angelus Apatrida, Bonded by Blood, Hirax, Diablo Blvd, and Darkness.
In the summer of 2014 the music for the second album, “Disaster Strikes Back” was finished. In August the recordings started and 14 days later the album was finally finished. "Disaster Strikes Back" will drop via Punishment 18 Records on March 30th. The track listing is as follows: More...
Gospel Of The Witches Releases New Video
Karyn Crisis' Gospel Of The Witches will release "Salem's Wounds" next month. Due out March 9th in Europe and March 24th in North America via Century Media Records, "Salem's Wounds" contains 13 tracks recorded by Karyn together with Davide Tiso, Ross Dolan, Mike Hill, and Charlie Schmid.
A new video for the album track, "The Alchemist", can now be viewed below. Karyn Crisis also comments:
"I'm thrilled to release a new track off our forthcoming album entitled 'The Alchemist,' which is one of my favorite songs. While we've mostly released images and video clips full of atmosphere around the concept of this album, I felt that now is the perfect time for you to meet the band. We've all been rehearsing in preparation for our upcoming March shows, and we've been making a lot of magic in that rehearsal space, and have filled it with our hearts and souls. Bob Vigna of Immolation filmed and edited this video. Enjoy the vibes and meet the band: Davide Tiso guitars, Bob Vigna guitars, Ross Dolan bass and vocals, Charlie Schmid drums, and Karyn Crisis vocals."
"Salem's Wounds" was financed by fans via websites like Indiegogo/Etsy and was recorded at The Basement Recordings in North Carolina with producer Jamie King. The album cover was painted by Karyn herself, and the track listing is as follows:
1. Omphalos
2. The Alchemist
3. Ancient Ways
4. Aradia
5. Mother
6. Father
7. Goddess Of Light
8. Howl At The Moon
9. Pillars
10. The Secret
11. Salem's Wounds
12. The Sword And The Stone
13. The Ascent More...
Jaded Star Details Debut Album
Jaded Star, the dynamic Greece-based outfit featuring former members of Visions Of Atlantis, Iced Earth and many others, has divulged new details of their impending debut album, "Memories From The Future," which will be issued April 14th in North America and April 24th in Europe via Sensory Records.
With over forty-five minutes of Jaded Star's energetic forward-thinking melodic heavy metal, "Memories From The Future" was produced by vocalist Maxi Nil (ex-Visions Of Atlantis), mixed and mastered by Fredrik Nordstrom at the legendary Fredman Studios in Sweden (Arch Enemy, At the Gates, Dimmu Borgir, In Flames, Opeth, etc.), and features ten brand new epic anthems. The album showcases Maxi's electrifying vocals and the masterful drum work Saini is known for. Guitar hero Kosta Vreto, with his unique finger strumming style, eschews the plectrum in favor of a raw, organic sound that literally comes straight through his hands. Babis Nikou on the bass brings a solid foundation and the chemistry between he and Maxi as the songwriting team provides emotion to match the power of the sound.
The cover artwork was created by Lila Belivanaki, and the album's track listing has been revealed below. The record will be delivered in a digipak CD format with a 24-page booklet, and on all prime digital services.
The track listing is:
1. The Mask
2. Wake Up
3. Keep On Fighting
4. Stars
5. Into The End Of Time
6. Healing The Inner Child
7. You'll See
8. In Memory
9. Raining In Sao Paolo
10. Innocence More...
Whitesnake Announces "The Purple Album," New Video
Rock icons Whitesnake are set to return with their 12th studio album this spring. "The Purple Album" will be released in North America on May 19th via Frontiers Music SRL. It is a re-imagination of classic songs from David Coverdale’s time as the lead singer for Deep Purple’s Mark 3 and Mark 4 studio albums. The album is currently available for pre-order on Amazon in a deluxe edition format, featuring 2 bonus tracks, 4 music videos and a Behind The Scenes featurette on the recording of the album. A standard edition and a double LP vinyl format will be available in the near future. Plans are also underway for a special limited box set edition with memorabilia and merchandise. All details will be announced soon.
“It’s a tribute. A homage. It’s a huge thank you from me to Deep Purple for the opportunity I was given over 40 years ago,” states Coverdale. “As I said to Ritchie, you guys set me on an incredible journey that continues today and I couldn’t have asked for better teachers. The University of Deep Purple was an extraordinary, amazing school to learn from. We can’t wait to play these songs in concert!”
From the opening notes of the classic track “Burn,” to album closer “Stormbringer,” Whitesnake are back and better than ever. Songs like “Lady Double Dealer,” “Soldier of Fortune” and “Sail Away” are given a new energy in the very capable hands of the current Whitesnake lineup featuring David Coverdale on vocals, Reb Beach and Joel Hoekstra on guitars, Michael Devin on bass and Tommy Aldridge on drums. A video for the first single “Stormbringer” can be seen in the player below.
The track listing for "The Purple Album" is:
1. Burn
2. You Fool No One (interpolating Itchy Fingers)
3. Love Child
4. Sail Away
5. The Gypsy
6. Lady Double Dealer
7. Mistreated
8. Holy Man
9. Might Just Take Your Life
10. You Keep On Moving
11. Soldier Of Fortune
12. Lay Down Stay Down
13. Stormbringer
Deluxe Edition Bonus Tracks
14. Lady Luck
15. Comin’ Home More...
Sanctuary Announces New Guitarist For Tour
The 2014 comeback album, "The Year The Sun Died," from the legendary Seattle band SANCTUARY took the metal world by storm (see review here). The four original band members - Warrel Dane (vocals, ex-Nevermore), Lenny Rutledge (guitars), Jim Sheppard (bass, ex-Nevermore) and Dave Budbill (drums) - proved to be still on top of the game with an album that pleased every old fan without sounding old fashioned.
Now, Sanctuary is proud to announce the next chance to witness old and new songs live in Europe! The tour starts with a very special show in London before they join the mighty Overkill on a couple of mainland shows while finishing the trip with two headlining gigs in Greece.
The live line-up will be completed by the guitar talent of Nick Cordle. Lenny Rutledge comments: "Brad Hull has recently parted ways with Sanctuary. We are excited to welcome Nick Cordle from Arch Enemy and Arsis to the Sanctuary team. Nick is an amazing musician and we believe he will bring a fresh energy to the line-up. You can see Nick Cordle with Sanctuary this March touring Europe on the Killfest tour."
Nick Cordle adds: "It'll be a great pleasure to join Sanctuary on tour in Europe! I've admired the band for a long time and 'The Year The Sun Died' is a breath of fresh air. It's a welcome challenge to work up these songs and I'm excited to get moving!"
See below for all upcoming dates! More...
Kamelot Posts Third Studio Update On "Haven"
Kamelot has posted up the third video studio report on the upcoming new release "Haven." The album will be released worldwide (excluding Asia) on Napalm Records/Universal and Napalm Records/ADA/Warner as an exclusive licensing deal through the band's own Kamelot Music LLC on May 5, 2015 (North America) and May 8, 2015 (Europe and rest of the world).
The track listing is as follows:
1. Fallen Star
2. Insomnia
3. Citizen Zero
4. Veil of Elysium
5. Under Grey Skies
6. My Therapy
7. Ecclesia
8. End of Innocence
9. Beautiful Apocalypse
10. Liar Liar (Wasteland Monarchy)
11. Here's To The Fall
12. Revolution
13. Haven
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Voivod Posts "Tribal Convictions" Live Clip
Voivod is streaming a new two-camera live video performing the song "Tribal Convictions" on February 20 at the Oakland Metro Operahouse in Oakland, California. Check it out below.
The band is currently on a North American tour in support of the new album titled "Target Earth". Together with label mates Napalm Death they will be playing on the following remaining dates:
25.02.2015 Denver, CO - Summit Music Hall ##
26.02.2015 Lawrence, KS - Granada Theater ##
27.02.2015 Dallas, TX - Gas Monkey ##
28.02.2015 Houston, TX - Fitzgerald's ##
* = Ringworm, ** = Dayglo Abortions, # = Theories, ## = Phobia
Voivod European dates:
Thu 28.05.15 Rock In Park/Legend Club, Milan, Italy
Fri 29.05.15 Primavera Sound, Barcelona, Spain
Sun 31.05.15 Temples Festival, Bristol, UK
Existential Animals Posts New Video
Existential Animals - an instrumental technical death metal band hailing from Oberlin, Ohio - is back with a two-song single titled "Prism Prison/Apopheniac". The new effort will be digitally released on March 3 available on bandcamp for name-your-price download HERE. The songs were mixed and mastered by Zack Ohren (All Shall Perish, Fallujah among others) at Castle Ultimate Studios and Max Zigman (Inanimate Existence, Son of Aurelius).
Check out now the clip "Prism Prison" below.
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Apocrophex Premieres New Track
Just two weeks hence, tech death unit Apocrophex, consisting of multi-instrumentalist Justin Buell and vocalist Pete Colucci, will show the metal world what its like to be "Suspended From The Cosmic Altaar" with a new full-length album to see release via Manicidic Records.
If March 10th can't come fast enough for you, we've got another advance taste of the record available today - check out our exclusive premiere of the "Cycle Of Kings" track below.
Be sure to also place a pre-order for your own digital or physical copy of the album at this location, and for the latest on Apocrophex head over to the band's Facebook profile. The full track listing for "Suspended From The Cosmic Altaar" is as follows:
1. The Grey (streaming here)
2. Evidence of a Desolate Planet
3. A Sanguine Moon
4. Suspended From The Cosmic Altaar
5. Designs Not Derived From Man (listen in over here)
6. The Nine Patterns of Anuu
7. Cycle of Kings
8. Being Dissolved More...
Arch Enemy Posts New Video
A new video and trailer for Arch Enemy's upcoming European tour, featuring the 1st official live performance footage with the band's new guitarist, Jeff Loomis (ex-Nevermore), can be seen below.
States Michael Amott about Arch Enemy's musical chemistry: More...
Fulgora Streaming "Stratagem"
"Stratagem" is the forthcoming seven track skull crusher from grindcore / death perpetrators, Fulgora.
A name representing the female personification of lightning in Greek mythology, Fulgroa features members of Pig Destroyer, Misery Index, and Agoraphobic Nosebleed.
Set for imminent detonation courtesy of Housecore Records next month, "Stratagem" is a sinister collection of limited vinyl singles and samples. In anticipation of its release, today Decibel Magazine spews forth "Stratagem" in its scathing entirety.
Listen in below. Fulgora will release "Stratagem" via Philip H. Anselmo's Housecore Records on March 24th, 2015. More...
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