Metal News for July 14, 2015
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22 news articles posted on this day.
Pigs Streaming "The Life In Pink"
Brooklyn-based power-trio Pigs -- founded by members of Unsane and Paradise Club -- will release second LP, "Wronger," through the outfit's trusted source at France's Solar Flare Records in early October, and the maiden single from the slab has been unleashed early. Check out "The Life In Pink" below.
Following Pigs' criminally slept on "You Ruin Everything" debut LP in 2012 and subsequent "Gaffe" EP in 2013, the band's sophomore album "Wronger" was written and recorded sporadically over the last year or so, when each member wasn't focused on feeding their families, detailing race cars or doing sound for like-minded ogres Melvins, Big Business, and Murder City Devils.
Pigs and John Fulk produced the record at bassist Andrew Schneider's co-owned Translator Audio in Coney Island, after which it was mixed at Loho Studios by Schneider, mastered by Carl Saff at Saff Mastering, and fitted with artwork by guitarist/vocalist Dave Curran and drummer Jim Paradise. More...
Magister Templi Releasing "Into Duat"
After having deeply explored the different aspects of Crowley’s philosophy on previous releases "Iao Sabao" and "Lucifer Leviathan Logos," Norwegian occult heavy metal band Magister Templie returns with new full-length, "Into Duat," focusing thematically on some of the central myths and gods of the Egyptian Mythology (“Duat” is the realm of the god Osiris).
"Into Duat" is set for a September 18th release via Cruz Del Sur Music. As on the 7’’ "Nyarlathotep" from 2014, the band has moved even further away from doom-inspired beginnings towards a more open-minded musical experience that is strongly based on filthy traditional heavy metal.
The album was recorded in Oslo between Evil Octopus and Sorcerer studios, with former band member Simon Aarset as technician. The cover artwork was done by German painter Stefan Bleyl. More...
The Clearing Path Streams Full Album
"Watershed Between Earth And Firmament," the debut recording from Italian solo outfit The Clearing Path is out now on Avantgarde Music, and the album is also now playing in its eviscerating entirety online. Listen in below.
Fully written, executed, recorded and mixed by Gabriele Gramaglia, following the demise of his former outfit, ThySolace, The Clearing Path's "Watershed Between Earth And Firmament" is a concept album about spiritual renaissance inspired by the beauty of mountainous landscapes of the Italian Alps north of the creator's homeland, conceived in reflection about one of the darkest periods in his life.
Stand by for more updates on The Clearing Path in the months ahead, as this debut is only the beginning of an extensive journey for the outfit. More...
Carnifex Announces More Tour Dates
U.S. deathcore superstars Carnifex will be back on European stages to promote "Die Without Hope" (reviewed here).While the first part kicks off on July 17th in France; the band now announces the second leg, starting early December 2015 in Cologne, Germany. All dates are listedbelow.
Vocalist Scott Lewis comments: “The reality that Carnifex has been a band for ten years is still something I can't quite grasp. I've felt we've always been outsiders from the start, even in the metal world. But what separates Carnifex from everyone else is all of you have joined us on the outside, keeping each other alive and stronger than ever.
"This tour is our way of directly connecting with our fans, giving you the biggest headlining tour we've ever put together and personally saying thank you to each and everyone of you for your die hard support. We look forward to seeing all of you and sharing this once in a lifetime experience.“ More...
Full Scale Riot Releases "Betrayus" Video
New York City-area hardcore quartet Full Scale Riot just released an official video hailing from debut EP," Depopulation", created for the record's third track, "Betrayus."
The clip broadcasts the band's groove-heavy, metallic hardcore fury shot and edited by Mike "Diggy" Murphy (Ill-Roc Records). Available below, the "Betrayus" video cuts politically-charged themes that reside in the band's tunes with performance footage in an energetic explosion.
Full Scale Riot comments: "The song title 'Betrayus' is a riff on the General Petraeus scandal in name only. 'Betrayus' is about friendship and loyalty, or the illusion of. It's the ugly side of allowing yourself to be vulnerable. This song is a slight departure from the rest of the politically driven songs on the EP, although the same sentiment can be applied to our elected officials; that's why you can see labor movement images as well as other political themes throughout the video."
You can also catch the riot in action on these dates:
8/08/2015 The Blue Room - Secaucus, NJ
8/30/2015 Lucky 13 Saloon - Brooklyn, NY w/ Urban Waste, Reason Enough, Sicker Than Most
9/12/2015 The Blue Room - Secaucus, NJ More...
Unleash The Archers Posts New Video
The Canadian shooting stars from Unleash The Archers have been on the road since their inception in 2007 and have now released new studio album "Time Stands Still" (reviewed here).
Today the band is pleased to premiere a new video for the song "Test Your Metal" taken off the album. Check it out below.
In support of "Time Stands Still," Unleash The Archers will be hitting the road for an extensive tour of North America. The band will be providing direct support of Brazilian metallers Hibria. Dates are as follows:
9/8: Philadelphia, PA @ 3rd and Grand
9/9: Baltimore, MD @ TBD
9/10: Columbia, SC @ TBD
9/13: Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum
9/14: Orlando, FL @ The Haven
9/15: Spartanburg, SC @ Ground Zero
9/16: Asheville, NC @ TBD
9/17: Raleigh, NC @ The Maywood
9/18: Allentown, PA @ Jabber Jaws Bar & Grille
9/19: New Castle, DE @ JB McGinnes
9/20: Harrisonburg, VA @ Golden Pony
9/22: Long Island, NY @ Even Flow Bar and Grill
9/23: Boston, MA @ The Middle East (Upstairs)
9/24: Providence, RI @ Firehouse 13
9/25: Revere, MA @ Sammy's Patio
9/27: Queens, NY @ Blackthorn 51
9/29: Montreal, QC @ Katacombes
9/30: Quebec City, QC @ Salle Unisson More...
Nubian Rose Releases New Video
"You Will Never Walk Alone" is the second single to be released from Nubian Rose’s critically acclaimed sophomore album, "Mental Revolution." The first single was the heavy metal tasting “Break out”, but with 'You will never walk alone' Nubian Rose is proving that they truly are a melodic force to reckon with. More...
Act Of Defiance Streaming New Song
In a time of endless sub-genre classifications, Act Of Defiance's debut offering simply delivers 100% in-your-face, uncompromising heavy metal. The scathing debut, "Birth and The Burial," is set for an August 21st release via Metal Blade Records and pre-order bundle packages are now available at this location.
Today a new song also comes online: "Refrain and Re-Fracture" can be heard below. Shawn Drover (drums) states:
"'Refrain and Re-Fracture' is a great example of using musical dynamics in a heavy metal song. All of us in Act Of Defiance have always been fans of cool acoustic/classical song intro’s before the metal assault kick’s in, so when Chris presented this song to me I immediately loved the tune.
"Henry Derek really did a great job here as well by using his range a bit more as a singer, going from brutal singing to injecting some more melodic phrasing within the song as well, but still sounding very powerful. 'Refrain and Re-Fracture' is just another great example of showing that 'Birth and The Burial' is certainly not a one dimensional heavy metal record.”
Chris Broderick further adds: "'Refrain and Re-fracture's' creation started off with the classical guitar of all instruments hahaha. I wanted a moody beginning into a heavy verse with each instrument entering and slowly building the tension until the transition to the verse. At this point a tempo change was needed for something more fast paced and aggressive with heavy vocals (Henry definitely delivered on that!!!). More...
Throaat Offers You Some "Black Speed"
Forever committed to unearthing the best sounds in the metal underground, Invictus Productions sets August 3rd as the international release for Throaat's latest EP, "Black Speed." The label comments:
"A true power-trio in the grand tradition of Motorhead and Venom - whom they cover here with 'In League With Satan' - Throaat have been prolifically perfecting their craft the last couple years across a slew of demo and EP releases.
"Now, with the five-song 'Black Speed,' the band have hit a fever pitch, distilling the very essence of Throaat into their most exciting, throttling songs to date. Ever aptly titled, 'Black Speed' maintains first-wave black metal aesthetics within an unselfconsciously modern framework. There is no retro posturing, but rather an authentic, well-simmered explosion 'n' retraction of timeless heavy metal tropes; signposts of early Slayer, Hungary's Tormentor, debut-era Bathory, and '80s Mayhem exist, but don't even tell half the story.
"Songwriting is key, with fiery execution to back it up, and the aces of Throaat have both those in spades. Feel 'Black Speed' pumping through your metal heart - the dealers of Throaat will help you score."
1. The Tortures
2. Coven
3. Explode
4. Rampage
5. In League With Satan More...
Wrvth Releases New Music Video
Today Wrvth is pleased to reveal the brand new video for "Malaise," captured by Cory Davis at Yellowbox Films.
The manic black and white clip comes by way of the band's self-titled new full-length, deployed last month via Unique Leader Records. Check out the video below, and you can stream the full album at this location.
"This track is focused on self-abuse," elaborates the band. "Whether it be with substance, friendships or relationships, things you know that are bad for you but you continue to repeat this phase or find yourself caught in this routine of bad habits/decisions." More...
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Hexxus Member Arrested For Wearing Bullet Belt
In what will no doubt be a huge PR boost for previously totally unknown band Hexxus, member Kevin Young was arrested after causing a panic on a public bus while wearing a bullet belt. BPDNews.com reports:
At about 4:20 PM on Friday July 10, 2015, officers assigned to District D-14 (Brighton) responded to a call for a person with a gun on an MBTA bus in the area of Cambridge and Harvard Streets.
Officers learned that the driver had pulled the bus over as passengers began calling 911 when a male suspect boarded the bus with what appeared to be military grade ammunition strapped around his waist. The driver stated that the passengers were in a panic, fearing that the suspect was about to pull out a weapon. The suspect, later identified as Kevin Young, 26, of Watertown, exited the bus and was stopped by police on Penniman Road at which time it was discovered that the ammunition was fake. Officers recovered 69 replica bullets in all. The suspect was wearing what was described as spiked fighting gloves and spiked leather bracelets.
The suspect was placed in custody and will appear in Brighton District Court on charges of Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, Unlawfully Carried Dangerous Weapon and Disorderly Conduct.
Those charges have since been dropped when Young made his court appearance, however. MyFoxBoston.com reported this update yesterday:
“Based on the totality of circumstances, however, including confirmation that the cartridges on said belt could not and weren't intended to be fired, prosecutors dismissed the charges at arraignment in Brighton Municipal Court,” the Suffolk County District Attorney said.
So what do you think metal heads? On the one hand, walking onto a public bus looking like you are about to shoot up the place is a pretty damn bad idea (and it's a good thing there wasn't some trigger happy asshole with a concealed weapon on board), but on the other, he didn't actually commit any crime and arresting him for having fake bullets seems way overboard. More...
Barrows Releasing "Swine Race"
The Canadian grinders from Barrows (not to be confused with the California band of the same name) are gearing up to release their debut album, "Swine Race, on August 21st in both digital and digipack format via Inverse Records.
Two tracks are currently available for free download on Barrows' Bandcamp page here (also available for streaming below)." The "Swine Race" track listing is as follows:
1. Child of Matricide
2. Long Drop
3. Breaking Wheel
4. River Blindness
5. Interficio Panton
6. Iapetus
7. Martyr
8. Veil on the Throng
9. Uxoricide More...
Dreadnought Streaming New Album's Title Track
The release of Dreadnought's epic sophomore effort, "Bridging Realms," is just a few weeks away, and the buzz for these folks has been nonstop.
The Denver-based progressive/black/folk metal quartet has united fans of prog, metal, pop and doom across the board in appreciation for the record, which comes out August 11th via Sailor Records.
Today the title track comes online and can be heard below. You can also experience the previously posted "Odyssey" track here. The full track listing is:
1. Ode To Ether
2. Odyssey
3. Minuet De Lune
4. Transpiration
5. Bridging Realms More...
W.A.S.P. Reveals New Album
Almost six years have passed since the world saw a new studio album from metal icons W.A.S.P. This October 2nd, the wait ends, as Blackie Lawless and the rockers from W.A.S.P. will release their new album and Napalm Records debut "Golgotha."
Frontman Blackie Lawless comments: "There are times in any band's career that somehow all things mesh together. Their experiences, influences, and personal timing bring them into a common space. This has happened with this record. Four years in the making has provided direction, but even greater reflection. Golgotha, where Christ was crucified - Hebrew for 'the place of the skull.'"
1. Scream
2. Last Runaway
3. Shotgun
4. Miss You
5. Fallen Under
6. Slaves of the New World Order
7. Eyes of My Maker
8. Hero of the World
9. Golgotha More...
Feral Releases "Suffering Torment" Video
Feral has released an official video clip for the track "Suffering Torment," which can be viewed below.
The song is taken from the Swedish band's latest album "Where Dead Dreams Dwell" released back in May through the German label Cyclone Empire.
Be sure to also check out the previous "Where Dead Dreams Dwell" songs "Carving the Blood Eagle" as well as "Creatures Among The Coffins."
Bullet For My Valentine Posts 2nd Studio Video
Meet Bullet For My Valentine’s new bassist Jamie in the second "Venom" studio diary available below. BFMV's new album will drop August 14th via RCA Records and if you missed it, the previously posted first studio video is still available here. The "Venom" track listing is:
1. V
2. No Way Out (streaming here)
3. Army of Noise
4. Worthless
5. You Want A Battle? Here’s A War (Watch the video here)
6. Broken
7. Venom
8. Harder the Heart
9. Skin
10. Hell or High Water
11. Pariah
Deluxe edition bonus tracks
12. Playing God
13. Run For Your Life
14. In Loving Memory
15. Raising Hell More...
Rivers Of Nihil Posts Guitar Play Through
Rivers Of Nihil recently filmed a play through video for the song "Perpetual Growth Machine," shot and directed by Paul Chrismer. Check out the video below.
"Perpetual Growth Machine" comes off the band's sophomore release "Monarchy." The record will be available worldwide on Metal Blade Records on August 21st, 2015.
The first official music video from the album was also shot this past weekend and is being directed by David Brodsky (GWAR, Whitechapel, Battlecross). To hear more from "Monarchy," check out a stream of the title track here. More...
Pentagram Streaming "Walk Alone"
Legendary U.S. heavy/doom metal band Pentagram recently reunited with Peaceville Records for new studio album, "Curious Volume," due out August 28.
Following album oddball "Misunderstood," "Walk Alone" is the latest track to be unveiled from the record, described by frontman Bobby Libelling as "a song of devastation conquered by optimism and realization of self-worth. There is a light if you force yourself to look for it."
The full album's track listing is:
1. Lay Down and Die
2. The Tempter Push
3. Dead Bury Dead
4. Earth Flight
5. Walk Alone
6. Curious Volume
7. Misunderstood
8. Close the Casket
9. Sufferin`
10. Devil`s Playground
11. Because I Made It More...
Crossfaith Premieres New Lyric Video "Xeno"
Japan's metalcore outfit Crossfaith premieres it's brand new lyric video and title track of the upcoming new album titled "Xeno" below. "Xeno" was recorded and produced by Josh Wilbur (Avenged Sevenfold, Lamb Of God) and mastered by Ted Jensen at Sterling Sound, New York. The new effort will be out September 18th via Razor & Tie.
Check out now "Xeno" below.
Animals As Leaders: Unreleased Song Posted
Animals As Leaders premieres a previously unreleased track titled "Kalimba", which is featured on the "Encore Edition" of the band's self-titled 2009 debut album. The reissue of "Animals As Leaders" is out now via the progressive metal group's former label home of Prosthetic Records.
Check out now "Kalimba" below.
Phinehas Premieres New Music Video "White Livered"
Hailing from La Mirada, California Phinehas is streaming its new music video for the track "White Livered". The clip was directed by Shan Dan, who has previously worked with Exodus and In Flames.
Check out now "White Livered" below.
Fuck The Facts Premieres Music Video "Solitude"
Canadian grindcore outfit Fuck The Facts premieres a brand new music video for the track "Solitude" taken from the bands' upcoming album "Desire Will Rot", out August 25th via Noise Salvation.
Check out now the new music video "Solitude" below.
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