Metal News for May 2, 2015
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12 news articles posted on this day.
Metal On Metal Records Releases New Comp
Old school label Metal On Metal Records just released the 8th compilation CD of the annual series "Compendium of Metal." You can check out 9 out of 14 tracks below, or pick up the full version at this location.
"Compendium of Metal Vol. 8" features 14 songs from 12 bands, clocks in at 74 minutes, and contains a new, exclusive song from Meliah Rage as well as a previously unreleased pre-Meliah Rage rehearsal track from 1986, and more. The track listing is as follows:
1. DARK QUARTERER - Mind Torture 06:46
2. STONEGRIFF - Brother Cain 06:36
3. RISEN PROPHECY - Risen Prophecy 08:30
4. METAL LAW - Lord of Evil 04:52
5. BLOOD ATONEMENT - Speed Metal Militia 02:43
6. OUTRAGE - The Elemental War 05:22
7. MORTALICUM - I Dream of Dying 06:22
8. HI-GH - Till Death and After 03:15
9. ALBERT BELL'S SACRO SANCTUS - At the Horns of Hattin 06:43
"Hidden" tracks on full version:
1. DOOMSHINE "The Alchemist of Snowdonia"
2. MELIAH RAGE "The Lie"
3. pre-MELIAH RAGE "Enter the Darkness"
4. ARKHAM WITCH "Skull Fuel"" (THE LAMP OF THOTH cover - brand new recording)
5. ARKHAM WITCH "I Am Providence" (previously unreleased song - EXCLUSIVE live version) More...
Five Finger Death Punch Comments On Melt Down
Ivan from Five Finger Death Punch released this message about an on-stage melt down last night that had many wondering if the band was breaking up:
"There were a lot of technical problems last night that were seemingly unsolvable. We had to make a decision whether to hit the stage crippled, without being able to hear ourselves; or, delay the start of the show - possibly for hours.
"We decided to proceed, but not being able to hear if I was in key, and just guessing where we were in the song frustrated me to the point that I lost my cool.
"I'm not saying I handled it appropriately. Matter of fact I've never been so embarrassed before. I apologize for taking out my anger on stage. You guys know me and you know how I pride myself on my live performances. I'd never want this to boil over in to something that epically wrong ever again.
"To some of our crew, good luck in your future endeavors we wish you the best - we also welcome our new monitor engineer Paul Weber.
"To our fans in Memphis - we'll make it up to you I promise, Houston we we will see you tonight. The rest of the world - yes we are coming.
"And to the haters... wipe that smirk off your face ...We are not going anywhere ... This 'ain't my last dance!'" More...
Obscura's Kummerer Presenting Engl Gigmaster E310
German technical death metal masters of Obscura have just posted a new video showing vocalist/guitarist Steffen Kummerer presenting you the Engl Gigmaster E310 and its features.
Check out now the clip below.
Nuclear Assault Posts New EP Teaser
Nuclear Assault is teasing a trailer for the upcoming EP "Pounder" which will be released on CD and as a digital download on June 1 via drummer Glenn Evans's own label Sidipus Records, with a deluxe vinyl version to follow on June 29 via Dry Heave Records.
Check out now the preview teaser for the upcoming EP below.
"Pounder" EP track listing: More...
Mortishead Releases New Single
Mortishead proudly presents "Blood Drive" today, a new single and first release from the band's upcoming full-length album. Listen in below, or download the track for free at the Mortishead website here.
Arkham Witch Releasing "Get Thothed" EP
Metal On Metal Records has revealed details today about the new Arkham Witch "Get Thothed Vol. I" EP.
This will be the first in a series of 3 EPs from this British heavy/doom metal act playing songs from The Lamp Of Thoth (the previous band of songwriter/vocalist Simon and drummer Emily). The CD features 5 TLOT classics, slightly re-arranged and recorded anew.
"Get Thothed Vol. 1" comes in cardboard sleeves with insert and with a slipcase to house this and the future 2 EPs, which will feature some previously unreleased songs (planned for November 2015 and April 2016 respectively), as well as the booklet with all lyrics (to be out with "Vol. III").
A teaser trailer can be heard in the player below, and the first EP's track listing is as follows:
1. Skull Fuel
2. Wings of Doom
3. You Will Obey
4. The Lamp of Thoth
5. Sing as You Slay More...
Devangelic Working On New Album
Devangelic has inked a new deal with Comatose Music and is in the early stages of writing new music for the follow-up to the devastating 2014 debut "Resurrection Denied." Comatose comments:
"They are working hard, yet taking their time, to craft an unholy opus of death metal insanity to surpass any and all expectations laid in front of them.
"Look for this to be released in late 2016, possibly even early 2017. In the meantime, be sure to follow Devangelic as they will be very active playing shows and festivals throughout 2015 and 2016. Stay tuned!" More...
September Mourning Covers "Stand By Me"
September Mourning just released a new cover track that can be heard below, courtesy of Revolvermag.com.
The band also comments: "We are proud to present to you our new rendition of the classic song, 'Stand By Me'.... A tribute to the passing of the great Ben E King."
To hear more September Mourning, check out the band's previously released single "Children of Fate" over at this location.
Varga Releases Music Video
Varga has a brand new video online for "Beginning Of The End," which comes from the album "Enter The Metal." The clip was directed by Joe Varga and can be seen in the YouTube clip below.
Herfst Posts "Towards Haunted Shores" Trailer
Herfst will release the "Towards Haunted Shores" EP this coming May 6th and a new teaser trailer can be heard below.
The EP features half an hour of melancholic black/death metal, mixed and mastered by Dan Swanö from Unisound, that will be released as a lush 3 panel matte digipak with goregeous golden foil hotstamping.
Spend 69 Minutes With Hansel
Australian hard rockers Hansel will release their new album, “69 Minutes … with Hansel!” on June 15th, 2015 via Prime EON Media on CD and digital formats.
“69 minutes … with Hansel” is a culmination of the album “Never Say Die” & two hard to find EPs - “Mission To Rock” & “Fluorescent Blue Lights” - collecting all the 20 roaring tracks that the band has recorded up to this point from way back when it all started back in 2008.
Hansel consists of five dudes bound by an oath of rock ‘n’ roll: they roam the wastelands of standard, boring, modern pop bands, leaving in their wake big hair, big anthems, and a hard hitting glam rock style. More...
So This Is Suffering Parts With Bassist
So This Is Suffering just issued this brief announcement about parting ways with bassist Gilbert Morales:
"We feel it's time to inform you that Gilbert has mutually stepped down from the band due to work-related reasons. He will still play an integral part in writing the album, and music will still be a big part of his life." More...
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