Metal News for September 14, 2008
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13 news articles posted on this day.
Communic Talks About New Album
KvltSite spoke to Communic frontman Oddleif Stensland about their new album "Payment of Existence" and more. Here are some excerpts:
KvltSite: I don't know if it's early enough for you to look back at the latest album Payment of Existence, and comment on it subjectively. How satisfied are you with how it turned out?
Oddleif (Communic): I am really happy with it. It was a tough album to complete, but almost everything turned out the way that I wanted. There are a few things that I would have changed regarding the mixing, but that is probably stuff that only I think of. All in all it has turned out to become a natural progression of what we started with on the demo, and that it shows that we have a unique sound of our own."
KvltSite: It must be tricky, writing lyrics in a language that's not entirely native to you. Do you form the lyrics in Norwegian first and then pen it down as a translation, or do you think in English from the start?
Oddleif (Communic): When I just begin working on a new song, I mostly think of melody and no actual words. And then later, I try to make sense of the complete story or what I want to tell. The lyrics are not that important to me in the beginning of the songwriting process. It's the melody that counts, but in the end it needs to have some kind of meaning to it. Writing in Norwegian is not ideal for the way I like to work, though.
KvltSite: So you think of phonetics while writing lyrics.
Oddleif (Communic): Yes, the melody and phonetics are the most important, then the music and composition – the meaning comes in last, I’m afraid…
Read the full article at Kvltsite.
White Zombie Drummer Talks About New Box Set
White Zombie drummer Ivan de Prume has posted the following message online regarding the bands forthcoming box set:
“Finally, man!! There is so much material before we were signed to Geffen and put out La Sexorcisto and it shows an evolution of the band. When I joined the band at the age of 17, they had recorded one EP. Sean and I had played together previously and when they needed a drummer, she called me. I was listening to bands like METALLICA, SLAYER, and of course the BEASTIE BOYS, who were busting out in New York at the time. We all brought different influences to the table. I was still in high school and just wanted to play drums and had definitely not refined my writing technique or my playing yet. We worked hard, played a lot, and tried to put songs together but we were all really young at making music. I’m sure you’ll be able to hear an evolution and growth as the band became more cohesive in what we wanted to do and learned to actually put it all together. This is the process that any young band goes through and I have really fond memories of those innocent times.
"We were a band who just wanted to make music and have it heard and we were lucky enough to be doing it at a time when the industry still responded to that. I know a lot of great musician’s out there right now making exceptional music but that’s not what motivates the industry anymore and I think that’s a shame. I wish we could go back to the days where you could have a great sound and people would buy your records but instead we have a nation of people looking to American Idol to tell them what’s good. For now, I’ll keep doing what I’ve been doing with my band Healer and know that we’re being true to ourselves as musicians and hope that bands that are practising the same philosophy continue to eek their way onto the airwaves and into people’s lives. Enjoy the early stuff for now and keep rockin’!!”
Metallica Tops The U.K. Album Charts
Metallica has shot straight to the number one spot on the British album charts with their latest effort, "Death Magnetic." Apparantly the public were expecting either Metallica or Scottish indie band Glasvegas to take the top spot although Glasvegas member James Allan said he never expected to beat the heavy metal legends. "Death Magnetic" received an early release in the United Kingdom, coming out on Wednesday the 10th instead of the planned date of Friday the 12th. It has also debuted at Number 3 in the Republic Of Ireland.
The Haunted Posts "Versus" and Album Reports
As previously reported, The Haunted's new album, "Versus," is currently streaming on their MySpace page until September 19.
The band is also producing a series of six short video "album reports." The first three reports follow below. Here's what the band had to say about them:
"We figured since we stream the album this week on our myspace page, we thought we'd also do a short presentation of it. In 6 episodes (starting today), Peter (& Anders) will guide you through the album to give you some insight in the process involving songwriting, lyrical content, arrangements etc...
"A new episode will air each day until thursday next week. Keep checking our myspace channel each day for new episodes." More...
Shadowkeep Signs with Melissa Records
British-American power unit ShadowKeep, who has already carved a name for themselves with two outstanding albums, "Corruption Within" and "A Chaos Theory," has signed with Dutch label Melissa Records.
Over the course of the last few years, the band formed by guitarists Chris Allen and Nikki Robson has had to deal with several setbacks. However, Allen and Robson have never erred in their determination to continue creating dynamic, technical powermetal with melodies that stick in the mind.
On their forthcoming third album, "The Hourglass Effect," the band takes on an apocalyptic concept piece based on lyrics by new vocalist Richie Wicks. For a taste of what's to come, check out the new tracks "ShadowKeep" and "Riot on Earth" at their MySpace.
"The Hourglass Effect" is set for a late 2008/early 2009 release by Melissa Records, based in The Netherlands and known for their dedication to traditional US-metal. Earlier releases by the label include "Mindfire" by Beyond Fallen, "Evolution Bound" by Ancient Creation and "Monuments" by Seventh Calling.
ShadowKeep has already been confirmed to play at the second installment of Mario's Metal Meeting in club 013, Tilburg, The Netherlands on November 9, 2008.
Vinny Stigma Signs To I Scream Records
I Scream Records has announced the signing of The Godfather of NYHC, Vinny Stigma. Vinny's first solo record, "NY Blood," is set for release in Europe on September 19, 2008, at the beginning of their first European tour with The Business.
You can check out some tunes on the Vinny Stigma's myspace page.
Here are Vinny Stigma's European tour dates for Sept/Oct 2008: More...
Hod Checks In From The Studio
San Antonio, Texas-based extreme metal band HOD has posted a studio update on their upcoming album, "Serpent," and various live dates.
In a statement from the band, guitarist Lord Necron states:
"The recording process with Stuart 'BatLord' Laurence (Thornspawn, Averse Sefira) is going very well with the new album. We have completed all major tracking. This recording so far is really heavy. You really feel the crunch in the guitars and pounding of the kick drums. All we have left is the vocals and then the final mix down. Prepare to have you neck ripped from your body trying to headbang to those blast beats!"
The band has also added a few shows in their hometown and surrounding area. The upcoming HOD shows are:
Sep 12, 2008 White Rabbit - San Antonio, Texas (w/ Sigh, Unexpect)
Oct 11, 2008 Room 710 - Austin, Texas (w/ Averse Sefira, Mortality)
Oct 17, 2008 Warhol - San Antonio, Texas (w/ Exmortus, A Devoured Deception, Hexlust, Criminals of Assault)
Oct 23, 2008 White Rabbit - San Antonio, Texas (w/ Master)
The band is set to release their debut album on Ibex Moon Records sometime in early 2009.
Lifelover Completes Recording New Album, "Konkurs"
LIFELOVER has completed the recordings of their brand new opus, "Konkurs."
The band's record label, Avantgarde Music, commented:
"We had huge expectations, artistically wise, from this recording... and we have not been disappointed at all by our favorite clochard of depressive dark music. 'Konkurs' is a fascinating album that mixes in a perfect solution both the traditional 'depressive black metal' roots of the band and their well know more 'avantgarde' (somebody says 'bizarre') elements. Be prepared for a masterpiece. An album that will not be embraced by indifference at all. as it is simply not possible to remain indifferent to this music.
"We are also very happy to say that the band worked out a marvellous layout artwork too."
The new album is slated for an October release a special limited edition is being considered as well. You can preview some tracks on the band's MySpace page.
Ex-Massacre Singer Kam Lee forms Bone Gnawer
After his short stint with Revolting, Kam Lee (Denial Fiend / ex-Massacre) has decided to spawn another creature spewing forth a remarkably similar path called BONE GNAWER. The new band will be working with Pulverised Records for their debut effort.
Making up the rest of the band are Swedish counterparts are Rogga Johansson (Paganizer, Those Who Bring The Torture, Ribspreader, Demiurg, etc), Ronnie Bjornstrom (Those Who Bring The Torture, Taedeat) and also featuring skinsman Morgan Lie from the occult black metal band Naglfar.
The band is currently working on a full-length album with Kam Lee recording the vocals at Erik Rutan's Mana Studio (Hate Eternal, Cannibal Corpse, etc) while the rest of the recordings will be done at Ronnie Bjornstrom's Enhance Audio Productions in Sweden.
No release date for the upcoming album has been set yet. In the meantime, you can check out their MySpace page.
Liskfest Now Back On Schedule
Just three days after announcing the cancellation of Liskfest due to "poor ticket sales," organizers are now saying the event is back on. Here's the latest:
"We are back! We have new promotors and new investors and the show will go on! We have a ton of new things that will be added to the show as well. Spread the word let people know we are back! Thank you to Paul T. and Goldenvoice. Thank you to Paul Frank Industries and CardboardRobot.
"It might take a little bit for Ticketmaster to get back up and running but we're working on it!"
Bands scheduled to perform included Gorilla Biscuits, Death By Stereo, Bleeding Through, H20, and Rival Schools.
For the latest updates, and line-up information, go here.
Myrath Confirmed For ProgPower Europe 2008
Tunisian progressive metal band MYRATH confirmed to play an exclusive one-hour show at this year's internationally known PROGPOWER FESTIVAL (EUROPE 08), which will take place in the Netherlands.
MYRATH's performance will take place on the 3rd day of the festival, Sunday The 5th, October 2008. And they’ll be playing on this festival alongside: CYNIC, PAGAN'S MIND, WOLVERINE, DIVISION BY ZERO, ATROX, ZERO HOUR, ALARUM, SUN CAGED, CILICE, THRESHOLD, PATHOSRAY, SUSPYRE, 21 EYES OF RUBY.
Deathless Anguish To Begin Recording New Album
Saudi Death Metal band DEATHLESS ANGUISH will start recording the second album, entitled "The Perished," soon. The album will be about the old Arabian mythologies and the perished nations.
The album also will sound different from their previous material, as the band is going to heavily use Oriental scales.
Obscura Signs To Relapse Records
Germany's OBSCURA, (Steffan Kummerer: guitar / vocals, Christian Muenzner (ex-NECROPHAGIST): guitar, Jeroen Paul Thesseling (ex-PESTILENCE): bass, Hannes Grossmann (ex-NECROPHAGIST): drums), are currently recording their second full-length and Relapse debut.
OBSCURA founder Kummerer commented on the signing and new album; "We are very happy to have found in Relapse a strong partner for the upcoming albums. We think Relapse is one of the best homes for progressive death metal in general and we are looking forward for this long time cooperation. We are putting the final touches on the mix and mastering for the upcoming album which will see the light in the beginning of next year. Obscura are back - stronger than ever!" More...
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