Debello Recordings Signs Four New Bands

Debello Recordings has announced several new additions to their roster, including Destroy All Operating Systems and Black Sheep Wall (both from the S.F./L.A., California) along with Four Question Marks (aka ????) and Time To Burn (both from Paris, FR).

The label is set to release stateside versions of Time To Burn's "Is.Land" and Four Question Marks' "Titan" full-lengths sometime in late 2008 or early 2009. Black Sheep Wall's "I Am God Songs" is set for early Fall 2008, while Destroy All Operating System's nine-song, previously-unreleased debut, "Cerebellum Sounds," will be available shortly thereafter. All official release dates are pending.

"I couldn't be more pleased that such a talented handful of artists has committed to don the Debello moniker," comments Debello president Jean Wagner. "I feel that these bands truly have an understanding of Debello's mission, both personally and professionally, and together we'll surely accomplish great things. Welcome to the family!"

You can check out audio samples on each of the bands' MySpace profiles:

• Black Sheep Wall


• Destroy All Operating Systems


• Four Question Marks


• Time To Burn

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Fall Of Serenity Announces Tour Dates

FALL OF SERENITY have updated their tour schedule. It is now as follows:

10/10 - Nordhausen, Germany - JCH (w/ FEAR MY THOUGHTS)
10/25 - Eisenach, Germany - Alter Schlachthof (w/ NARZISS)
11/2 – Berlin, Germany - Magnet (w/ SOULGATE'S DAWN, FOREVER IT SHALL BE)
11/13 – Prague, Czech Republic - Exit Chmelnice
11/14 – Martin, Czech Republic - Elefant Club
11/15 – Bratislava, Slovakia - Randal Club
11/16 – Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic - Martys Club
11/22 - Moers, Germany - Suedring (w/ THROUGHT THE ASHES, DECEMBER FLOWER)

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Waysted Announces New Tour Dates

WAYSTED, featuring UFO bassist Pete Way, have updated their tour schedule as follows:

9/6 - Rock of Ages Festival - Asylum - Birmingham, UK
10/31 - The Rigger Bar - Stoke, UK
11/1 - The Marlborough Club - Ilfracombe, UK
11/14 - Sawyers - Kettering, UK
11/22 - The Corporation - Sheffield, UK
11/27 - Trillions - Newcastle, UK
12/4 - Hark2Towler - Manchester, UK
12/6 - Hard Rock Hell - Prestatyn - Wales, UK

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Jesu Announces New EP, "Why Are We Not Perfect?"

With this new five track EP, "Why Are We Not Perfect?," (two songs of which originally appeared on the vinyl only split 12" with eluvium), Justin Broadrick has set aside the heavy foundation of pounding guitars prevalent in past Jesu recordings and brought to the fore elements of texture and melody that previously hovered at the periphery of his monolithic compositions.

Jesu's "Why Are We Not Perfect?" will be available on September 9, 2008. The tracklisting is as follows:

1. farewell
2. blind and faithless
3. why are we not perfect
4. farewell (alternative version)
5. why are we not perfect (alternative version)

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The Funeral Pyre Announces New Guitarist

LA metallers, The Funeral Pyre, have issued the following updates:

"We have some announcements, well just 2 actually. So let's get right down to the nitty gritty of this."

"First off, we'd like to welcome Lanny Perelman of Cerberus (Los Angeles) fame, to the band. Lanny has been a great friend for a while and we are more than excited to have him join and write a new record with us. So please, say thank you to Lanny when you see him. It's much appreciated."

"Lastly, we will be releasing a new EP titled 'December' which will be released this year on Creator-Destructor Records. It will be limited and will contain new songs. If you liked where 'Wounds' went, then you will love this. After that EP we will start making preparations to do the new full length. The new record will probably be out Summer of next year."

Thank you to those who have purchased 'Wounds' thus far, we hope you enjoy the new material."

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Evocation Readies New Album, "Take Your Soul"

Evocation's album, "Take Your Soul," will be released in Singapore through MourningSound distribution in the near future.

Evocation was founded in 2004. The first performance Evocation participated in was the Punk+Metal+Hardcore Festival in 2004. After numerous line up changes, Evocation finally entered the studio to record its long anticipated debut album "Take Your Soul."

This debut from the Hong Kong extreme metal band, promises to deliver a great black/ death metal sonic voyage for all supporters of mid 90s black/death metal. Evocation comprises Tomy (Guitar and vocal), Tai (Guitar), Chung (Bassist) and BS (Drum).

You can listen to some tracks from the album on the band's MySpace page.

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Deceiver Reveals New Album Tracklisting

Old school death metallers, DECEIVER, have issued an update on the details of their new album, "Thrashing Heavy Metal," and reveal the confirmed tracklisting, which is as follows:

1. The Tail's Of Whom In Shadows Fall
2. Ghost Of Souls & Inner Hate
3. Graveyard Lover
4. Coma Of Death Toxication
5. Machinery Of God
6. Blood Of The Soul
7. Dead To The World
8. The Dungeon
9. Legacy
10. Thrashing Heavy Metal More...

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Gorgoroth Cancels Tour Dates

Gorgoroth has issued an update on their website stating that several upcoming shows have been canceled due to their recording schedule. Their revised tour schedule is listed below.

05.09.2008 - Mexico, Tijuana @ Nuevo Aloha Disco
06.09.2008 - Mexico, Mexico City @ Heavy Metal Circus Expo
11.10.2008 - Norway, Notodden @ Motstøy Festival

European Tour
Oct 16 2008 - Norway, John Dee, Oslo
Oct 17 2008 - Norway, Folken, Stavenger
Oct 18 2008 - Russia, Plan B, Moscow
Oct 20 2008 - Russia, Orlandia, St Petersburg
Oct 21 2008 - Finland, Hella, Tampere
Oct 22 2008 - Finland, Travastia, Helsinki More...

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New Metallica Studio Video Available Online

Metallica has posted a new video of their time in the studio recording their upcoming album "Death Magnetic" which will be released on September 12th. The video clip can be viewed below. More...

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Final Warning Plans Two Reunion Shows

Cult 80s' hardcore-punk band Final Warning is going to reunite for two special Northwest shows in September.

A collection of all known recordings from Final Warning titled "PDX" was released last year by Southern Lord. The release is essential for those into Discharge, Crucifix, GBH and the collision of hardcore/punk and metal that exploded in the mid-80s.

The Final Warning reunion gigs are as follows:

Sep 6 2008 9:00P - Funhouse, Seattle, Washington
Sep 20 2008 7:00P - Satyricon, Portland, Oregon

You can check out some of the band's material on their MySpace page.

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Pelican Gives Update On Releases, Tour Dates, More

Pelican has a bunch of touring, split releases and more video goodness upcoming. Here's an update from the band:

"So, folks, it has been quite awhile since a proper update on what's going on. We've been mostly taking Summer off, which is why there's been little to report. But we are revving into full gear for the Fall, so it's time to let you in on what's up our collective sleeves.

"First up to deck is our upcoming European tour with our trusted and talented labelmates Torche. Their new record 'Meanderthal' has been the soundtrack for the summer, and if their opening stint for Boris in Chicago was any indication folks had better ready to be pummeled with a combination of melody and pure heaviness. The tour begins September 12th and runs through October 12th. We will be hitting tons of places we've been before, but also a bunch of places we haven't. See our upcoming shows sections for more info. More...

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Dark Tranquillity Parts Ways With Bassist

Swedish melodic death metallers, Dark Tranquillity, have issued the following update regarding the departure of bassist Michael Nicklasson:

"D.T. has parted ways with longtime bass player Michael Nicklasson. All booked shows will go on as scheduled with a session bassist. We thank Michael for his time in the band and wish him the best of luck in future endeavours. Here is a statement from him:"

"After almost 10 years and tons of tours and festivals, I chose to leave D.T. for personal reasons. It's been so cool all this time to meet all the people and the tons of fans around the world, and all the friends that I got during this amazing journey - crew, fans and all the people I (we) worked with. I can't name everyone, as the list would take up all the space on the web site, but I'm going to miss all of you that worked and supported us (me) during these years, but this is the right thing to do, I really need a break." More...

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Neurothing Posts EP Online For Free Download

Polish experimental death metallers Neurothing have recently posted their 'Vanishing Celestial Bodies' EP online, available for free download. You can find it on the band's MySpace page or at this location. The re-released 'Vanishing Celestial Bodies' EP 2007 DigiPack, is also available (for purchase), along with Neurothing's t-shirt and killer N-pack (album and t-shirt pack), which is a special discount offer. These can be ordered from their MySpace profile or the online Neurothing store.

The band has a forum, which you can check out here - Neurothing will be giving away one 'Vanishing Celestial Bodies' EP for free every month for the most active community members. The band stated they want "to talk to you folks and hear what you have to say and what’s going on in your world. It’s a big inspiration for the band."

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