Metal News for April 7, 2017
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25 news articles posted on this day.
Overkill Joining Headbangers Ball Tour 2017
New Jersey thrash group Overkill released latest studio album "The Grinding Wheel" on February 10th, 2017 through Nuclear Blast. Touring for the album is about to kick into high gear.
After playing a few shows in Russia and Ukraine as well as several summer festivals, the band will be joining forces with metal legends Max & Iggor Cavalera, Finnish melodic death metallers Insomnium, and up and coming German death squad Deserted Fear for the annual MTV Headbangers Ball trek. Dates for the 2017 edition are as follows:
26.11. D Leipzig - Hellraiser
27.11. D Stuttgart - LKA Longhorn
29.11. D Hamburg - Große Freiheit 36
30.11. D Berlin - Huxleys Neue Welt
01.12. D Geiselwind - Christmas Bash
03.12. A Vienna - Gasometer
04.12. D Munich - Backstage
07.12. CH Pratteln - Z7
08.12. D Oberhausen - Ruhrpott Metal Meeting
09.12. D Gießen - Hessenhallen
11.12. D Saarbrücken - Garage More...
Jorn Releasing New Album
Frontiers Music Srl is delighted to announce the release of Jorn's brand new studio album, entitled "Life on Death Road," this coming June 2nd, 2017.
"Life On Death Road" took several months of hard work for the songwriting vision to come together. The result is a record that is deep, strong, full of groove and powerful with anthemic songs aplenty.
Jorn says, "It's easily one of the best albums I've ever recorded. This was all about putting the right people together for the right result, and about taking the necessary time to work more thoroughly and in depth with the material we chose for the album. The older I get, the more I feel it is necessary to listen to my heart and look for that genuine and honest feeling that made me take interest in music in the first place. Back in the 70's and early 80's when I grew up, people and music were more free and so the presence of feeling and soul came more naturally and was expected from an artist or a band.
"This is the energy and craftmanship we've been looking for, but still keeping a pulse on the modern times we live in. 'Life On Death Road' is an original album that is pretty much summing up the last 40-50 years of rock and metal and has become a hybrid modern heavy rock album without losing those tasty elements of a good aged wine. Regardless, we're all products of our time, and the feeling, soul and symbioses we've achieved for this album is a rarity in today's music world, so in that sense this album is a true old school sailors' 'tall ship adventure.' From start to finish it took us nearly three years to finalize and I'm really proud to say that this album is the proof that classic albums can still be made." More...
Hatebreed Gearing Up For European Tour
New Haven, CT based hardcore group Hatebreed has announced the first European headline run in support of most recent album, "The Concrete Confessional." See all dates below.
Commented singer Jamey Jasta: "Finally we are coming to Europe to headline in support of 'The Concrete Confessional!' It’s going to be great to hit the road with our friends in Dying Fetus on the 1st leg of the tour! See you in the pit!”
12.04. D Cologne - Essigfabrik
13.04. D Magdeburg - Factory
14.04. PL Warsaw - Progresja
15.04. D Berlin - Astra
16.04. NL Schijndel - Paaspop
17.04. CH Solothurn - Kulturfabrik Kofmehl
18.04. D Saarbrücken - Garage
19.04. D Nuremberg - Hirsch
20.04. D Munich - Backstage
21.04. I Bologna - Zona Roveri
22.04. A Innsbruck - Hafen
23.04. D Lindau - Vaudeville
25.04. F Besancon - La Rodiax
26.04. D Münster - Sputnikhalle
27.04. DK Aarhus - Train
28.04. N Oslo - Parkteatret More...
Until Rain Streaming "Progressus In Idem"
"Progressus In Idem" is the new single from Thessaloniki, Greece-based alternative/progressive metal act Until Rain, the song hailing from the band's third album, "Inure," which is approaching release through Sensory Records.
Offers the band on this new track: "We couldn't be more excited to release another song from our soon-to-be-released album, 'Inure.' It's the opener, it's heavy and we can't wait to play it live for you. See you on the road!"
Sensory Records will release the album in Europe on April 28th and in the U.S. on May 12th. Until Rain has further booked two European tours tied directly into the release of "Inure." First up is a split co-headlining tour with Sensory labelmates Wolverine and Oddland, with shows in the UK, France, Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, and Sweden from April 26th through May 6th.
Directly behind the trek, Until Rain will co-headline with Poem through the Balkan countries May 11th through 14th, with shows in Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, and the final gig in the band's native Greece. More...
Korpiklaani Gearing Up For Festival Season, Tour
The Finnish folk metal superstars from Korpiklaani have been touring extensively around Russia and their homeland recently. Having just recovered from these enormous trips, the band with singer Jonne Järvelä today announces a Japanese / Chinese tour for September.
But before that, the Finns will will be playing a host of festival gigs and releasing a live DVD, which is due out in August. All dates can be found below. Jonne commented:
"We've had our longest gig break in 12 years. Our break was 3 months long, but I've been busy with mixing the first Korpiklaani DVD, which will come out in August plus setting up an upcoming Jonne 'solo album' titled 'Kallohonka.'
"It'll be great to get back on the road after all of these projects, and to Japan after so many years away. It was also a great surprise to get a chance to play some shows in China on the same trip! But first we have several summer festivals to play around the world, so see you there... somewhere. ;-)" More...
Conan Posts Tour Trailer
Conan is a monumentally brutal three piece holding an iron-grip command over the powerchord changes and tempo shifts of the unholy trio of bass, drums and guitar. Two weary yet defiant men have the task of vocalizing wretched thoughts over the turgid weight of Conan's metalized bombast. They bear it well, for the task is immense.
Now they bring this immense task back to North America next month on tour with North, in support of latest album "Revengeance" that was released in January 2016 via Napalm Records. Check out a tour trailer below.
In addition to the headline run, Conan will also take part in this year's Maryland Death Fest and 71 Grind Fest in Colorado Springs, CO. A complete list of dates can be found after the jump. More...
Warrant Streaming "Devil Dancer"
Warrant has eight million records sold worldwide, two Top Ten Billboard albums, five Top 40 Billboard hits, five #1 MTV videos...the list goes on and on.
Now, six years after the release of "Rockaholic," the album that relaunched the band as a force to be reckoned with in the 21st Century, Warrant returns with another slab of muscular hard rock, aptly titled "Louder Harder Faster."
This new album is to be released via Frontiers Music Srl on May 12th. Today the second track from "Louder Harder Faster" has been made available for streaming. Listen to the song "Devil Dancer" below. The full track listing consists of:
1. Louder Harder Faster
2. Devil Dancer
3. Perfect
4. Only Broken Heart (streaming here)
5. U In My Life
6. Music Man
7. Faded
8. New Rebellion
9. Big Sandy
10. Choose Your Fate
11. Let It Go
12. I Think I'll Just Stay Here and Drink (Bonus track available on CD only) More...
Merzbow Mutilates Mortiis
The latest single from Mortiis’ "The Great Corrupter" album comes courtesy of the Japanese dark ambient noise artist Merzbow, who twists “Bleed Like You” into a completely new form.
“This is not a remix - it's abuse,” said Mortiis. “The good kind. If you prefer your music traditional, and your audio all pleasant and polished, you should consider walking away now. It is Merzbow mutilating Mortiis. I never really thought that that was going happen, and I don't think anyone else did either!”
Much like his own original recordings, Merzbow’s interpretation of “Bleed Like You” is an instrumental attack on the senses.
“We've been trying to think a bit different art-wise for the last few singles,” said Mortiis. “I thought the time was right to try art directions that were not typical of Mortiis to take. The Merzbow remix single art is another idea I've had for a long time. As usual, it's morphed from the original idea, into a different beast almost entirely, in time. But what else is new?” More...
Charm Designer Releases "Never After" Video
Colombian group Charm Designer just released a music video for "Never After," shot in the band's hometown by local director Gustavo Carvajal. The clip - available below - portrays both the concept of a multiple characterization of mortality and the interplay of light and shade.
"Never After" is the second single from Charm Designer’s 2016 album "Everlasting", which was produced and recorded by Waldemar Sorychta (Tiamat, Samael, Moonspell, Lacuna Coil, etc.). "Everlasting" was first released by Finland’s Inverse Records on CD and also for download and streaming through digital platforms. More...
Vallenfyre Wants You To "Kill All Your Masters"
Crusty death / doom outfit Vallenfyre will release third album, "Fear Those Who Fear Him," via Century Media Records on June 2nd. Now, the band proudly presents the first single and video clip for this opus.
Greg Mackintosh (vocals and guitar) comments: “’Kill All Your Masters’ is about the frustration and anger we feel towards the many people and regimes in positions of power, whether it be political, religious or corporate, inflicting crimes and injustices on an often docile and enslaved population, who in many ways seem happy to be told what to do by anything from ancient books to lifestyle magazines.”
Recorded by the band’s new core line-up consisting of Greg Mackintosh (vocals and guitar), Hamish Glencross (guitar and bass), and Waltteri Väyrynen (drums), “Fear Those Who Fear Him” was once produced by Kurt Ballou (Converge, Nails,etc.) at GodCity Studio in Salem, MA and mastered by Brad Boatright (Obituary, Beastmilk, YOB) at Audiosiege Mastering in Portland, OR.
1. Born To Decay (01:48)
2. Messiah (02:00)
3. Degeneration (03:10)
4. An Apathetic Grave (05:54)
5. Nihilist (01:56)
6. Amongst The Filth (03:26)
7. Kill All Your Masters (02:09)
8. The Merciless Tide (05:15)
9. Dead World Breathes (00:40)
10. Soldier Of Christ (03:12)
11. Cursed From The Womb (06:41)
12. Temple Of Rats (02:49) More...
Connoisseur Streaming Full Album
California stoner violence collective Connoisseur today unchains the "Over The Edge" full-length via Tankcrimes. Boasting fourteen resin-coated burners, the record was captured by Greg Wilkinson at Earhammer Studios (Iron Lung, Brainoil) and mastered by Dan Randall at Mammoth Sound (Spazz, Ghoul).
Check out a full stream below, and you can pick up the album for (what else?) $4.20 at Bandcamp here. The full track listing is as follows:
1. The Stoning 02:01
2. All Day Every Day 00:41
3. Maximum Hashism 01:05
4. Boulevard of Broken Bongs 03:17
5. Weeding Out the Weak 01:21
6. It's Lit 00:54
7. Live to Smoke 02:34
8. I'd Rather Be Smoking Weed 02:36
9. The Answer 01:06
10. Mala Yierba 01:49
11. Free The Weed 00:02
12. The Doctor 01:01
13. Plague Mask 03:36
14. Cashed Out 01:43 More...
Obelyskkh Kicks Off Tour, Streams New Single
Germany's doom/sludge outfit Obelyskkh begins a week-long tour today, bringing the grueling tones from incoming fourth LP, "The Providence," to European audiences ahead of the record's release through Exile On Mainstream.
Today the band unloads ominous first single "Northern Lights" for public ingestion. Listen in below. As with Obelyskkh's previous album, "The Providence" was recorded and mixed by Andy Naucke and mastered by Brad Boatright (Sleep, Tragedy, High On Fire, From Ashes Rise, Integrity), and again sees cover art crafted by Sebastian Feld/Marginal Ink.
"The Providence" will be released on all digital platforms, CD, and 2xLP with three sides of music and a Side D etching on April 21st in Europe, and on June 2nd through new AISA/Red/Sony stateside distribution in the US. More...
The Crawling Streams Full New Album
Today, Northern Irish doom crew The Crawling releases debut album "Anatomy Of Loss." Check out a full stream below. The Crawling vocalist & guitarist Andy Clarke comments:
"'Anatomy of Loss' is an album inspired by true events. It examines experiences of the band first hand, and what we see in our everyday lives. In short, it is a collection of stories about loss, regret and despondency.
"It looks at how people develop mechanisms to cope with grief, failure and heartbreak; and more often than not - the inability to do so. The recording process consisted of fun, despair, rage and subsequently immense satisfaction. Translating a song from the rehearsal studio to record is a daunting task, but this album was particularly challenging."
1. An Immaculate Deception
2. Poison Orange
3. Acid On My Skin
4. All Our Failings
5. The Right To Crawl
6. Violence Vanity and Neglect
7. Catatonic More...
Unleash The Archers Posts New Video
"Cleanse The Bloodlines" is the first track off of Unleash The Archers' upcoming album "Apex." Check out a music video for the track below. Front woman Brittney Slayes states:
"We are beyond stoked to finally debut a track from the new album, and this song was unanimously chosen as the first single by the whole band, no question. It's a heavy song so we wanted a heavy video, and we think that Richard (Olak, director) did an incredible job of capturing the essence of the album perfectly.
"It was a brutal two days of filming in zero degree weather, but it was worth it, and we think it turned out well. We filmed with a 6K RED Weapon, one of the best cameras out there right now, and the cinematic quality adds to the dark nature of the lyrical content. We think our fans are really going to like this one!"
1. Awakening
2. Shadow Guide
3. The Matriarch
4. Cleanse The Bloodlines
5. The Coward's Way
6. False Walls
7. Ten Thousand Against One
8. Earth And Ashes
9. Call Me Immortal
10. Apex More...
Nine Shrines Releases New EP
Formed by former members of Attack Attack! and Life On Repeat, Nine Shrines digs deep to explore the the nuances of contemporary metal, navigating through metalcore, alt rock and stadium sized choruses on debut EP, "Misery."
That EP is out today digitally, and will drop as a physical CD on April 21st. Check out a full stream below and a music video for EP track "King Of Mercy." You can order a digital copy of the release at this location. More...
Mean Streak Posts Album Teaser
Swedish metal band Mean Streak just released a teaser video for upcoming fourth full-length album "Blind Faith," which will be released in Europe via Rock Of Angels Records on June 2nd, in Japan via Marquee/Avalon on May 31st, and in USA via HighVolMusic on June 16th.
The first single and music video for the song "Caught In The Crossfire" is set to be released on April 28th. Pre-orders for the new release are online now at this location.
“Blind Faith“ was produced by Peter Andersson and Max Norman, mixed by Max Norman (Ozzy Osbourne, Armored Saint, Megadeth, Y&T), and mastered by Thomas “Plec” Johansson (Soilwork, Onslaught, Armageddon, Degradead, Dynazty). More...
Charlatan Releases New Video
Revival Recordings recently signed Utah-based scrap metal band Charlatan and is thrilled to celebrate the release of debut album "Remarkable" today.
Yesterday the band unveiled the full 10-track album, which was produced and engineered by Dan Whittaker of High Vibe Recordings, through an exclusive premiere with us at Metalunderground.
Today the band shares another single off the record with a video for "Cvn't Destroy Her." Fans can watch the brand new video below. With a new record out and plans to tour extensively in 2017, Charlatan has a message to share with the masses: "Read. Think for yourself. Ask questions. Listen. Take risks." More...
Unhuman Insurrection Teases New Video
Italian metal crewUnhuman Insurrection just released several still photos as a teaser for upcoming video "The Edge of Nothing," taken from the "Equilibrium" album.
This new video will be released shortly, alongside an announcement of the band landing with a new label. To see more photos, head over here.
The band comments:"'The Edge Of Nothing' is being shaped!! Here's a taste of what it will be the first video clip by Unhuman Insurrection. Join our world, pals!!"
Unhuman Insurrectionwill join Lacuna Coil as main support on an upcoming show in Saint Petersburg, set to take place on May 26th at Aurora Concert Hall. More...
Farsot Streams "With Obsidian Hands"
Experimental black metal band Farsot will release third album "Fail-Lure" on April 21st via Prophecy Productions / Lupus Lounge.
Produced by V. Santura (Triptykon, Secrets Of The Moon), "Fail-Lure" merges Farsot’s avant-garde songwriting with original black metal arrangements and a dynamism that could only come from one of the world’s most ambitious underground bands.
In advance of the LP's release, today new track "With Obsidian Hands" debuts online and can be heard below. The album's full track listing is as follows:
1. Vitriolic
2. Circular Stains
3. With Obsidian Hands
4. Undercurrents
5. The Antagonist (watch the video here)
6. A Hundred To Nothing More...
We Ride Streaming "Do It All Again"
Spain’s hardcore outfit We Ride has released a third track from upcoming album, "Empowering Life," set for release on April 14th.
According to front-woman Mimi Telmo, “’Do It All Again’ reflects all the feelings and memories we make when we are on the road. When we come back home the only thing we think about is we would do it all again."
We Ride hit the studio in 2016 with Alex Cappa at Metal Factory Studios outside Madrid, Spain, and the album was mixed in early 2017 by Cameron Webb (Motorhead, NOFX). In case you missed their previous single, you can check out “What You Are,” featuring JJ Peters of Deez Nuts, over here. Catch the band live: More...
Sigil Streaming Full New Album
The Austin, TX crusty death metal destroyers from Sigil today premiere debut album "Kingdom Of The Grave" via Horror Pain Gore Death Productions on CD and digital formats. In celebration of the release, all the tracks can now be streamed below.
Sigil blends classic Swedish death metal with American crust resulting in catchy, crushing chaos. Vocalist / guitarist Alex Citrone comments on the album:
"'Kingdom of the Grave' is pure, raw death metal with an explosive energy to it. It has themes of the occult, suicide, police brutality and a dystopian future. Fans of the old and new school will find something to love."
In additional news, Sigil will be hosting a local CD launch in Austin, TX on April 7th at The Lost Well with support from Califorina's Apothesary and Dallas bands Blood Royale and Maldevera. The full track listing is as follows:
1. Death Unreal (4:58)
2. Even The Gods Will Burn (3:37)
3. Lick The Blade (3:15)
4. Kingdom Of The Grave (4:09)
5. Summoning Hate (5:45)
6. Strange Aeons (4:52)
7. Bloodvisions (2:52)
8. Death Won’t Kill Me (4:04) More...
Volker Announces "Dead Doll" Album
Volker is new to the North American heavy metal scene, but is destined to break out in a big way with the release of upcoming melodic assault, "Dead Doll," hitting North American retailers on May 26th, 2017 via Overpowered Records / AISA/RED distribution.
Building upon the diverse musical background of the French four-piece, "Dead Doll" blends assorted heavy music influences such as 90's grunge rock, retro power metal, classic rock, and even horror punk to create an accessible, engaging sound that has yet to be matched by any current artist of late.
Check out a teaser for Volker's upcoming music video for the single "Obey!" below. The North American version of Dead Doll also features a bonus remix of the track, remixed by Strugg. Composer/guitarist Ulrich Wegrich states:
"Conceptually, 'Dead Doll' is inspired by old horror movies and gothic themes such as ghosts, death, sorcery, etc. All of the lyrics were written by Jen and are inspired by the darkness in our world, and some - mainly 'Obey!' and 'Suicide Love Addict' - discuss human nature and primal instinct. More...
Cydemind Releasing Debut Violin Prog Metal Album
When instrumental prog metal meets violin, the outcome is truly a unique sound that sets a band apart from all others. Introducing Montreal's Cydemind: with an instrumental prog technique blended into violin as the vocal piece making for an auditory experience like no other.
Violinist Oliver Allard comments: “I grew up listening to metal while playing classical music. I’ve always dreamed of merging these two musical environments that many would find conflicting. Cydemind is living proof they can actually be complimented perfectly together."
Influenced by bands such as Symphony X, Dream Theater, Haken, Plini, Rush along with classical, jazz and progressive rock, Cydemind is ready to present first full-length album "Erosion" on May 26th, 2017 to follow the 2014 EP "Through Mist and Ages." The album was recorded in Montreal at The Grid with producer Christian Donaldson (Cryptopsy, The Agonist, Beyond Creation, Neuraxis) along with additional recording of grand piano done at Studio 270. More...
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Netherbird Premieres Full Rarities Collection
Swedish prominent melodic black / death metal act Netherbird is releasing a compilation album today, which features rarities & covers from the group's 13 year long journey.
You can pick up your copy of "Hymns From Realms Yonder" here, or check out our U.S. exclusive stream of the full album below.
Netherbird sprung into existence in October of 2004 in Stockholm, Sweden when Nephente, Bizmark, and Grim decided to start collaborating.
The goal was to create harsh metal with influences from both black and death metal without any regard or limitation when it comes to style. Since that journey began, the band has released four well-received albums featuring guest appearances from members of At the Gates, Katatonia, Lord Belial, Dissection, among others.
A broad retrospective of all rarities, covers and non-album tracks throughout Netherbird history, "Hymns From Realms Yonder" is a must-have for every collector. Tunes that were once available as digital releases only have now been gathered into one CD summarizing the band’s creative journey through the first decade of its existence. Written and recorded during different session and lineups, these songs present a staggering sonic rollercoaster when it comes to their sound, tone and atmosphere, at the same time remaining recognizable and keeping all the distinctive elements that made Netherbird what it is today.
Original tunes (single b-sides as well as limited EP’s material) are placed alongside several cover versions of renowned classics of metal, including Annihilator, Paradise Lost, and Sentenced. Vika Yermolyeva’s masterpiece piano rendition of "Pillars of the Sky" is definitely a rare gem to crown the album. Check out the full album below, and follow the latest on Netherbird at Facebook here. More...
Witherfall Posts Track-By-Track Break Down
Back in February, Witherfall released debut album "Nocturnes And Requiems" (streaming in full here). Recently vocalist Joseph Michael and guitarist Jake Dreyer sat down with the folks at Gear Gods to give an inside look at "Nocturnes and Requiems" with a track by track video - check it out below. The album's track listing is as follows:
1. Portrait
2. What We are Dying For
3. Act II
4. Sacrifice
5. The Great Awakening
6. End of Time
7. Finale
8. Nobody Sleeps Here Anymore More...
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