Metal News for July 5, 2009
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29 news articles posted on this day.
New Horns Of Anguish Song Posted Online
As the HORNS OF ANGUISH debut album "Barriers" approaches release, their label, Kampas Records, has posted a new song online on their MySpace player. The new song is titled "Led Astray."
Judgement Day Announces Record Release Tour
Judgement Day will be doing a week-long record release tour to celebrate their new 7?. Here are the latest tour dates:
SUNDAY 7/19 – SAN FRANCISCO
Bottom of the Hill
1233 17th st
with Triclops! and The Definite Articles
9 pm / $10 advance, $12 @ the door / All Ages
MONDAY, 7/20 – SACRAMENTO
Club Pow (The Press Club)
2030 P Street
9 pm/ $4 / 21+
TUESDAY, 7/21 – SANTA CRUZ
The Crepe Place
1134 Soquel Ave.
with The Secret Stolen and Room for a Ghost
9 pm / $8 / All Ages
THURSDAY, 7/23 – LOS ANGELES
Bootleg Theater
2220 Beverly Blvd.
with Ninja Academy
10pm / $8 or $10 (under 21) / 18+
FRIDAY 7/24 – LONG BEACH
Dipiazza
5205 E Pacific Coast Hwy
w/ Ninja Academy
10 pm / $7 / 18+
SATURDAY 7/25 – OCEANSIDE
Speakeasy Studios
2403 Industry St
w/ The Burning of Rome and more
7pm / $5 / All Ages
MONDAY 7/27 – SAN JOSE
Nickel City Arcade
1711 Branham Ln
with Mika Miko, Audacity and more
7pm / $10 / All Ages
Chimaira's Destroy The Video Ends July 10th
Next Friday, July 10th, will be the final day you can turn in your video remixes for Chimaira's Destroy The Video contest. CHIMAIRA offered fans the chance to put their own spin on the band’s newest video for “Destroy and Dominate.” Fans are encouraged to download the video stem files from chimaira.com/destroythevideo and edit their own version. The new versions can be uploaded to CHIMAIRA’s YouTube, and the band will hand-pick their favorite three videos. The grand-prize winner will receive the limited edition box set version of "The Infection" plus tickets to the band’s upcoming US tour! The second- and third-prize winners will receive tickets and/or CHIMAIRA merch.
Theatre Of Tragedy Reveals New Album Cover
Theatre of Tragedy has revealed the cover artwork for their upcoming album "Forever is the World," which can be viewed here. The band also issued the following statement about the artwork:
"We are proud to present the 7th Theatre of Tragedy album cover! This was one again made by the ingenious artwork wizard Thomas Ewerhard. Following up his excellent work on 'Assembly' and 'Storm', Thomas has once again managed to amaze us with his skills. The album artwork is also an challenge to the die hard ToT fan. Somewhere inside this cover there is incorporated elements from all 6 studio album covers for the band. See if you can find it?"
Members of Crue Fest II To Appear On Rockline
Members of Crue fest II, including Shannon Larkin of Godsmack, Tyler Connolly of Theory of a Deadman, C.J. Pierce of Drowning Pool and John Allen of Charm City Devils will be the featured guests on the nationally syndicated radio show ROCKLINE on Monday night July 6, 2009 with host Bob Coburn at 8:30pm PT / 11:30pm ET. Fans are encouraged to call to speak with the guests at 1-800-344-ROCK (7625). For a station near you and for information regarding how to log onto the Internet for the broadcast go to ROCKLINE's site. Beginning in the evening of the following day, the show will be streamed for two weeks on our website.
Live Video Clip Of Judas Priest Posted Online
A fan recorded video has been posted online of Judas Priest performing at the Taste of Minnesota Festival in St. Paul, Minnesota. The video can be viewed below. More...
Holyhell Posts Provinssirock Festival Live Video
A new video clip has been posted online of Holyhell performing at the Provinssirock festival in Seinäjoki, Finland. The video can be viewed below. More...
Lineup Announced For Pathfinder Metal Fest
The Pathfinder Metal Fest is set to take place from October 23-24 in Marietta, Georgia. The currently announced lineup will be as follows:
Friday, October 23:
RAVAGE
HALLOWS EVE
ZEPHANIAH
BRUTAL LANGUAGE
SERIES OVERKILL
Saturday, October 24:
ASKA
TWISTED TOWER DIRE
HALCYON WAY
A LOWER DEEP
VOR
Exhumation Creates New MySpace Page
Nightrage has issued the following announcement about creating a new MySpace page for guitarist Marios Iliopoulos' previous band Exhumation:
"Hey all
"Here is the new Exhumation myspace page and we have added 10 songs from all our 3 albums, for all of u fans of Marios old band from Greece.
"We are happy to have the page up and we hope that u will enjoy the songs. Go and add Exhumation now. Cheers and all the best."
Eternal Deformity Posts Depeche Mode Cover Online
Poland's Eternal Deformity are currently streaming a cover online of the Depeche Mode song "Little 15." The track can be heard at the band's MySpace page.
The Konsortium Seeking New Guitarist
Norway's The Konsortium has issued the following announcement about parting ways with their guitarist:
"It is hot as hell in Norway at the moment, too hot to do anything but to hide out at higher altitudes and go fishing in the fjords. But, to the point:
"More songs have been composed for the upcoming album. More samples will be available some time next week
"We had to let our lead guitarist go, as he had too much to do besides concentrating on the band. Because of this, we are in search of a new guitarist. If you or anyone you know are interested, get in touch through this site or use info(at)konsortium.net"
Behemoth Cancels Canadian Summer Slaughter Dates
Behemoth has issued the following announcement about being forced to cancel their Canadian Summer Slaughter tour dates:
"Polish Blackened Death all stars Behemoth have been denied entry into Canada today to meet up with the Edmonton and Calgary stops of the Summer Slaughter tour. PLEASE NOTE BOTH EDMONTON AND CALGARY SUMMER SLAUGHTER SHOWS ARE STILL HAPPENING WITH HEADLINERS NECROPHAGIST AND SUFFOCATION! Immigration officers informed Behemoth of a new regulation regarding Polish citizens entering canada that had changed while the band was en route to the shows. With Canada Day and the 4th of July there was no way for them to obtain the last minute forms they required to enter the country. Here is the official statement from the band 'We couldn't be more devastated, having to cancel these shows is one of the worst things we have had to do as a band. Canada has always treated Behemoth well and we were still fired up from our show in Montreal and Toronto. We can't wait to get back to these cities as soon as possible, see you all in Spokane when we meet back up with the tour!'. Behemoth is still slated to play on this years Rockstar Mayhem Tour on the Hot Topic Stage here in the states."
In Flames Announces U.S. Tour Dates
In Flames has announced the following U.S. tour dates alongside Between the Buried and Me, The Faceless, and 3 Inches of Blood:
9/18 - Spokane, WA - Knitting Factory
9/19 - Boise, ID - Knitting Factory
9/20 - Reno, NV - The New Oasis
9/21 - San Francisco, CA - The Regency Center At The Grand Ballroom
9/22 - Pomona, CA - The Fox Theatre
9/23 - Tucson, AZ - Rialto Theatre
9/25 - Corpus Christi, TX - Concrete Street Amphitheatre
9/26 - San Antonio, TX - White Rabbit
9/27 - New Orleans, LA - House of Blues
9/29 - Knoxville, TN - Valarium
9/30 - Louisville, KY - Expo Five
10/1 - Millvale, PA (Pittsburgh) - Mr Smalls Theatre
10/2 - Sayreville, NJ - Starland Ballroom
10/3 - Boston, MA - House Of Blues
10/4 - Philadelphia, PA -Trocadero
10/5 - Washington DC - 9:30 Club
10/6 - Charlotte, NC - Amos Southend
Elvenking Begins Writing New Album
Italian power metal band, Elvenking, has issued the following update regarding the writing of their new album:
"Elvenking have started rehearsing some new songs - the first songs that could be part of the next album! This time the band is working in a slightly different way compared to 'The scythe' and the 'Two Tragedy Poets' sessions." More...
Far From Fate Seeking Fan Input For Cover Songs
California's Far From Fate has issued the following statement about seeking fan input for an upcoming cover song:
"What 1970's 80's song would you like us to cover let us know, or any other covers you may want to hear in our style."
Samples of Far From Fate's songs can also be heard here.
Evergrey Announces Upcoming Tour Dates
Evergrey has issued the following announcement about their upcoming tour dates:
"Here are finally some concert dates for some of you to look forward to.
"ALL these dates are confirmed by us and if nothing extraordinary happens (even if luck lately has not been on our side) they will all go on as planned. So run, crawl or do whatever you see fit in order to get your tickets before the promoters get cold feet ;)
"Hope to see all of you and there will probably be some more dates added but don't take that as a promise!
"If anyone feels like they want to join as opening acts and have finances to support such a thing to there is still time even though we are right now sorting out a few bands. Send a mail and bio/anything else you feel is necessary to tom@evergrey.net and you'll get a fair chance. Last day for applications is July the 30th."
The announced dates are as follows (venues TBA): More...
Scarlet Sins Posts Live Video Of New Song Online
Toronto hard rockers Scarlet Sins have posted a live video clip online of their performance of the new song "Beautiful Goodbye." The video can be viewed below. More...
Psychometry Posts Live Video Clip Online
Psychometry has posted a video online of their performance of the song "Macabre Lullaby" in Baton Rouge, LA. The video can be viewed below. More...
Torture Division Wants Fan Contributions For Demo
Torture Division vocalist J has issued the following statement about seeking fan contributions to their upcoming demo:
"As you know I am working on the lyrics for the next demo. And here is a chance for you to participate on the next recording!!!! We want as many as possible to record the following: An approx 2 second long 'HAIL!!!'. We want this to be fucking massive so please record as many as you like, try to make them sound different, record your friend, your mom, your parrot… Record it however you want, you can record it on your cellphone if you like and just send the file to us. If you have any questions about it just go ahead. The Lordi will answer asap. Ain’t this fucking sweet?"
Guitarist K also added the following:
"And as J said… Make the recording as decent as possible, turn it into a mp3 or any other decent format and mail it to torturedivision@gmail.com and I’ll make sure it comes to good use. Yes, we will use all of the contributions that are sent to us. We’d also like for you to spread the word on this and get as many people as possible into this thing. Bring it up on yer Facebook/MySpace whatever, anything to make people aware of this. This is a small thanx to all of you who have been supportive of what we do with Torture Division, you who always buy our merch and are generally cool as shit. We are accepting contributions up until we say otherwise, but you at least have some months to do this shit since drums are planned for the end of this month."
Metallica Plays Brief Michael Jackson Tribute
A brief fan filmed video can be viewed below of Metallica performing a tribute to Michael Jackson. The video was taken at the July 4th date of the Sonisphere Fesetival in Hockenheim, Germany. The clip shows Metallica playing a portion of the Michael Jackson song "Beat It" and then moving into the track "Stone Cold Crazy." More...
Lynch Mob Guitarist Posts Guitar Construction Clip
Guitarist George Lynch (Lynch Mob, ex-Dokken) has posted a video online of himself constructing a guitar for ESP guitars. The video can be viewed below. More...
David Ellefson Comments On "Mary Jane" Legend
Ex-Megadeth member David Ellefson has issued the following statement regarding the legend of Mary Jane, which inspired the Megadeth song of the same title:
"This past week I visited my hometown of Jackson, Minnesota to be with my family while my mother underwent heart surgery. Thankfully, all went well and she is quickly recovering. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers.
"Prior to my trip, the Jackson County Historical Society Museum (located in the nearby town of Lakefield, MN) contacted me to contribute my historical perspective on the story of the now legendary girl Mary Jane Twilliger, whom the song ‘Mary Jane’ on the 'So Far, So Good…So What' album was written. Legend had it she was a young witch buried alive by her father in the nearby Loon Lake, MN cemetery. The mystery surrounding her grew to such legendary proportions over the years that it was rumoured anyone who dared violate her grave in any was was doomed to a certain and immediate death. There were even stories of deadly car crashes involving people who got drunk and caused mayhem on her grave, thinking it was all harmless fun.
"The song helped propel the myth to global status and a book is now being written on the subject of the many ubiquitous stories, reported deaths and tragedies of people who dared challenge the grave of this mysterious girl. The Historical Society relocated the headstone from her grave to the museum, which I got to take a picture with on my visit. Check out a few photos now posted in the gallery (her tombstone’s epitaph was the inspiration to the bridge section lyric of the song). More...
Vore Streaming Song And Video Online
Death metallers Vore are currently streaming the song "Throne To The Wolves" online at their MySpace page. The band has also posted a music video online for the track, which can be viewed below. More...
Opius Streaming New Song "Angel" Online
Wisconsin's Opius is currently streaming a new track online titled "Angel." The song can be heard at the band's MySpace page. "Angel" is off the upcoming album "dimINnuendo" which is set to be released later this month.
Gene Simmons Posts Update On New KISS Record
Iconic KISS bass player Gene Simmons has posted an update regarding the bands new studio album. It reads as follows: "Our new album (title of which you'll just have to wait a bit longer for) is just a few steps from being completely done. We're planning on re-visiting one of the eleven songs, to make sure it's gotten everything it deserves. Maybe re-arranging it one last time. Then, time to mix.
"The entire writing and recording process of the album harkened back to an earlier, more innocent time. A time that produced albums such as Rock And Roll Overand Love Gun. And, the new songs have that feeling, I have to say.
"It all started with a point of view Paul had. The view had to do with ignoring the times, ignoring the critics, not over thinking who and what we are...and that we had nothing to prove to anyone....nothing. We have been releasing albums and touring for 35 years and why wouldn't we want to do an 'honest' record. Just do it!!! And, he wanted to produce the album himself!!! More...
Bible Of The Devil Posts New Music Video Online
Bible of the Devil has posted a new music video online for the song "The Turning Stone," which is from their latest album "Freedom Metal." The video can be viewed below. More...
Katatonia To Support Porcupine Tree
Katatonia has announced that they will be playing as support for Porcupine Tree on the following European tour dates:
17/10 GERMANY BREMEN ALADIN
18/10 DENMARK COPENHAGEN VEGA
19/10 SWEDEN STOCKHOLM ARENAN
21/10 FINLAND HELSINKI ICE HALL
23/10 ORWAY OSLO SENTRUM SCENE
24/10 SWEDEN LUND MEJERIET
To/Die/For Confirms Reunion And Plans New Album
Finnish gothic metal band To/Die/For, who announced their break up in April but then hinted at a reunion in late June, have issued the following statement confirming that they will be continuing on:
"HEY again. I have been in contact with Tonmi Lillman very often now,and we really are on fire again! So...TDF will CONTINUE! but when our next albums comes? we do not know, but it may be in 2010.
"I can already tell you that next cover song (as we always do) is gonna be Duran Duran, and the song called "of crime and passion".We will do our own version about it yeahhhh...
"This really feels grazy but i just can..t help myself after these fucking great "inspiration filled" moments i got after talking with Tonmi. I really though i will stop doing TDF forever...but i just can..t.I love it too much anyway!"
Astra Autisma Streaming New Song "Burial" Online
Astra Autisma, the ambient band featuring Lady S of Russian black metal act Nocra, has posted a new song online. The track "Burial" can be heard on the band's MySpace page.
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