Brian "Head" Welch Responds To Munky's Comments

In light of the recent interview that went online where Korn's James “Munky” Shaffer states that the band said "No thanks" to the return of Brian "Head" Welch to the band, Head has released a statement of his own:

"I recently learned of an interview that Munky gave where he said that I came to KoRn and asked to be taken back in the band. That's definitely not a complete and accurate picture. The full truth is that for about a year, ever since Jonathan publicly said he wanted me back in KoRn, KoRn's managers have been requesting my manager to work on getting me back into KoRn. The calls were initiated by KoRn's managers, not my manager. I shut the door on their requests many, many times over the last several months, through my manager. However, Fieldy personally called me during KoRn's last tour in Europe and we talked as friends for a long time. He also told me if I ever wanted to rejoin KoRn, or open for KoRn as a solo artist, the door was always open. Since Fieldy is sober now and a Christian like me, I thought it may be a good idea to visit with Fieldy, a friend of mine, to see what he was up to and what it was all about. I had a great time re-connecting with Fieldy. I mainly went to his house to connect with an old friend. The KoRn stuff we talked about was secondary, but it was discussed. Fieldy thought that Jonathan, Munky, and I should all meet AS FRIENDS; re-connect; and maybe discuss the possibilities. Both Jonathan and Munky refused that meeting. I learned a lot visiting with Fieldy. I learned that I love and miss my friends, but the visit confirmed to me that I have a different calling in life than to reconnect musically/professionally.

"As far as Munky's comment that 'everything has been divided already' that is also not accurate. In fact, from January 2005 when I left, and for the next 4 years, KoRn failed to pay to me royalties that were due to me on records that I did with them. However, I don't believe this was done intentionally. We are trying to be patient and work with their management to get the financial issues resolved so that 'everything can be divided as we agreed long ago in our contracts.' I am optimistic that we can resolve it as friends.

"I continue to wish nothing but the best for KoRn, and that includes all of my friends there--Fieldy, Jonathan and Munky."

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Atreyu Reveals New Album Tracklisting

Following up their critically and commercially successful album, "Lead Sails Paper Anchor," which sold over 315,000 copies, Atreyu is returning with their fifth album entitled "Congregation of the Damned." "Lead Sails Paper Anchor"marked a substantial shift for the group, expressing an explosively commercial and alternative side of Atreyu that had been largely unexplored. With their new album, "Congregation of the Damned," the members wanted to continue to develop musically, but at the same time return to more of the aggression and firepower they exhibited growing up in the hardcore metal-based scene of Orange County, California.

“The music is heavier and so I was able to write darker lyrics,” explains vocalist Alex Varkatzas. “There’s personal shit on there: self-doubt, self-loathing. Bands who sing about happy things have their place, and I’m not singing about dark things to promote them, I’m singing about them so I don’t go insane. It’s pure catharsis. I make music so I don’t go crazy.”

Varkatzas finds himself in that darker territory with first single “Storm To Pass,” a song that has double meaning: the storm as depression, and the storms of war: “You can feel that depression coming on, you can see yourself doing fucked up things but you can’t stop it,” says Varktazas. “I grew up watching the first Iraq war and the invasion of various countries and how the whole thing became one giant shit storm.”

The full track listing for CONGREGATION OF THE DAMNED is as follows:

Stop! Before It’s Too Late and We’ve Destroyed it All
Bleeding is a Luxury
Congregation of The Damned
Coffin Nails
Black Days Begin
Gallows
Storm to Pass
You Were King Now You’re Unconscious
Insatiable
So Wrong
Ravenous
Lonely
Wait For You

In support of the album, every two weeks leading up to the October 27th release, Atreyu will debut a webisode documenting not only their thoughts on the new record, but they will also take a look back at where the band’s career has taken them over the course of the last 10 years. A new webisode will post every two weeks with the final one posting on October 20th.

"Congregation of the Damned," produced by Bob Marlette (Airborne, Ozzy Osbourne), mixed by Rich Costey (Mars Volta, System of A Down, Rage Against the Machine) with select tracks mixed by Noah Shain (Endless Hallway, Sonny),” comes out October 27.

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Children Of Bodom Streaming Three New Songs Online

Children of Bodom has issued the following update about streaming three cover songs online from their upcoming album "Skeletons in the Closet:"

"CHILDREN OF BODOM, the esteemed Finnish Heavy Metal band that features frontman and modern day Guitar Hero Alexi Laiho will release a full album of cover tunes containing 17 impressive remakes of the group’s all-time favorite songs this fall. Titled Skeletons in the Closet, the record will drop on September 22, 2009 via Spinefarm Records / Fontana International. CHILDREN OF BODOM will launch a 20 city North American headlining tour in support of the record beginning Friday, September 18 in Providence, RI

"A first taste of what Skeletons in the Closet will deliver can be had today as not 1, not 2, but 3 wild new CHILDREN OF BODOM remakes have been posted online via the band’s just refashioned MySpace page. Check out all the action including COB’s revved up take on BILLY IDOL’s ‘Rebel Yell’, CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL’s ‘Lookin’ Out My Back Door’ and SUICIDAL TENDENCIES’ ‘War Inside My Head’ now at this location.

"Long known for employing a lighthearted musical modus operandi despite both a weighty work ethic and no joke dedication to its craft, CHILDREN OF BODOM (or COB) has joined the ranks of the world’s finest heavy music acts over the course of the last decade. Skeletons in the Closet features a first-rate selection of covers; some of them previously existing recordings, others specially laid down for this release. The LP delivers bang-up recordings of – among others -- the Ramones’ ‘Somebody Put Something in My Drink’, Iron Maiden’s ‘Aces High’, ‘Talk Dirty to Me’ by Poison and the searing version of the Billy Idol classic ‘Rebel Yell’. Of special note is CHILDREN OF BODOM’s now-infamous take on Britney Spears’ ‘Oops!...I Did It Again’. The cover previously appeared on a Japanese-only pressing of the band’s 2005 album Are You Dead Yet?, and will now be available worldwide for the very first time."

The full track listing for "Skeletons in the Closet" is as follows:

1. Lookin’ Out My Back Door (Creedence Clearwater Revival)
2. Hell is for Children (Pat Benatar)
3. Somebody Put Something in My Drink (Ramones)
4. Mass Hypnosis (Sepultura)
5. Don’t Stop at the Top (Scorpions)
6. Silent Scream (Slayer)
7. Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In) (Kenny Rogers)
8. Hellion (W.A.S.P.
9. Aces High (Iron Maiden)
10. Rebel Yell (Billy Idol)
11. No Commands (Stone)
12. Antisocial (Trust / Anthrax)
13. Talk Dirty to Me (Poison)
14. (Ghost) Riders In the Sky (Stan Jones / Johnny Cash)
15. War Inside My Head (Suicidal Tendencies)
16. Oops!...I Did It Again (Britney Spears)
17. Waiting (King Diamond)

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Tales From The Pit: Knocking Out The HxC Kid

We've been talking to bands, promoters, and fans to get their favorite mosh pit stories. This is from Bake in Indianapolis.

“Here at the Emerson (Indianapolis) it’s impossible to see a show without some ‘tard tough guy trying to smash heads all night. So I went to see Zao and Unearth and this dude wearing daisy dukes kept running to the front and jumping on us. I grabbed the guy from the back of the head and told him I’d kill him if he hit me again, and he spit in my face... just a little. So my bud kept his eye out for when the kid was coming to jump; we all moved when he made his flight. Luckily for me, the stage took care of knocking the f**ker out. Stupid bastard.”

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Job For A Cowboy To Tour With Lamb Of God

Job For A Cowboy has announced the following European tour dates alongside Lamb of God:

2/9 2010 - Birmingham (UK) - Academy
2/10 2010 - Newcastle (UK) - Academy
2/11 2010 - Glasgow (UK) - Barrowlands
2/12 2010 - Manchester (UK) - Academy
2/13 2010 - London (UK) - Brixton Academy
2/15 2010 - Paris (France) - Batclan
2/16 2010 - Brussels (Belgium) - AB
2/17 2010 - Amsterdam (Holland) - Melkweg
2/18 2010 - Koln (Germany) - Live Music Hall
2/19 2010 - Stuttguart (Germany) - Zapata
2/21 2010 - Bologna (Italy) - Estragon
2/22 2010 - Milan (Italy) - Alcatraz
2/23 2010 - Rome (Italy) - Alpheus
2/25 2010 - Vienna (Austria) - Arena
2/26 2010 - Zurich (Switzerland) - Volkshaus
2/27 2010 - Munich (Germany) - Backstage Werk
2/28 2010 - Wiesbaden (Germany) - Schlachthof
3/2 2010 - Berlin (Germany) - Columbia Club
3/3 2010 - Hamburg (Germany) - Grosse Freiheit
3/4 2010 - Copenhagen (Denmark) - Vega
3/5 2010 - Stockholm (Sweden) - Klubben Arena
3/6 2010 - Umea (Sweden) - House of Metal Festival
3/8 2010 - Helsinki (Finland) - House of Cultre
3/10 2010 - Oslo (Norway) - Centrum Scene
3/11 2010 - Gothenburg (Sweden) - Tragarn
3/12 2010 - Lund (Sweden) - Mejeriet

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Dillinger Escape Plan Issues Recording Update

The Dillinger Escape Plan has issued the following update about their recent activity and their studio recording time:

"Not much time. Busy with this record. Fuck Yeah Fest was killer, the last two NIN shows we played were killer, our new album's gonna be killer, we're killer, you guys are killer, blah blah. The series of weekly video blogs from the studio will be coming every Monday (or Tuesday morning if it's a little late!) throughout the entire time we're in the studio.

"Ok.....we'll be back soon. The last two Limited Edition Ire Works T-Shirts(When Acting As A Wave, and Mouth Of Ghosts), as well as the Remix EP we've been working on, are forthcoming. Sorry I don't have more for you right now, we're just BUSY getting this record done. Talk to you guys soon, hope you all are doing great!

"PS....You know what's hilarious? The fact that people are losing their minds over Kanye West doing whatever he did while Taylor Swift was accepting her award for best whatever at the VMAs(didn't they stop showing videos like a decade ago?!) without realizing that when they talk about that shit they are OUTING THEMSELVES AS ACTUALLY HAVING TUNED INTO THE VMAS! DORKS!!! DOOOOORKSSS!!!! Next time someone tries to talk to you about that shit just cut them off by yelling a short powerful "DORK" in their face and quickly walking the other way as if you just ran into a forcefield of inpenetrable dorkness. Works like this and saves you from time wasting idiocy: Some Idiot: 'Dude did you see what Kanye W-' You: 'DORK!!!!!' (immediately head in opposite direction of said dork)"

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Echoes Of Eternity Streaming New Song Online

Los Angeles’ female-fronted metallers Echoes of Eternity have debuted a new track entitled “Memories Of Blood And Gold” on their official MySpace page. The song comes from their upcoming sophomore album, "As Shadows Burn," which is set for North American release on September 22nd.

Guitarist / songwriter Brandon S. Patton shares some background on the track: “I saw a History Channel documentary on the impact gold has had on humanity over the course of history. I came up with the title of the song but Francine wrote the lyrics. It’s based loosely on the trampling of México and South America by the Spaniards in their pursuit of gold 400 years ago. I wrote the main riffs shortly after the Edguy tour ended in late 2007. I was inspired by Jon Schaffer's playing in Iced Earth and wanted to write some riffs that would seemingly fit in on one of their albums. My favorite part of the song is the riff immediately following the guitar solo - it’s just so heavy, thrashy and powerful. Makes me want to headbang every time I hear it. Also, at the beginning of the second verse, Francine does this really cool vocal melody over the main riff of the song.”

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Alice In Chains Posts New Video Online

Reunited grunge legends Alice In Chains has posted their new music video online for the song, "Check My Brain." You can check it out below. The song is the second from the bands forthcoming new studio album, "Black Gives Way To Blue" to receive it's own video, following on from "A Looking In View." The album is scheduled to be released through Virgin Records on September 29th. More...

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Anthrax To Re-Issue "Among The Living"

American thrash metal legends Anthrax will be re-releasing their third studio album, "Among The Living" this November through Island/Megaforce Records. The deluxe package will include the album and a number of bonus tracks, including out-takes and b-sides, as well as a bonus live DVD of a full concert in London, which was originally released as a home video in 1987. This edition of the album will hit the stores on November 10th.

"This record was done at a time when life was moving so fast for us, and I think the music reflects that pace. I really enjoyed going back into 1986/87 and found some great stuff in my vault I had forgot about. I think Anthrax fans will enjoy this remastered collection; the high end and low end is back as how it was intended to sound. Thrash metal is alive and well in Among The Living." says drummer Charlie Benante.

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Relapse To Release Live Suffocation Album

Relapse Records has announced that they will be releasing a live album from New York death metal legends Suffocation on October 27th, with an international release date of November 2nd to follow. The record is entitled, "The Close Of A Chapter: Live In Quebec City" and was recorded in 2005 when the band were on tour supporting their "reunion" album, "Souls To Deny."

The tracklisting for the record is as follows: More...

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Type O Negative Announces Tour Dates

Brooklyn based metal outfit Type O Negative has announced that they will be hitting the road next month for a series of headlining shows. A brief message from the band reads as follows:

"Please check with your local venues for ticket information, prices and exact times, we do not have that information. Thanks!"

The tour dates are as follows: More...

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Ravage Announces New Drummer, Pete Webber

Singer Al of the Boston thrash metal band Ravage has issued the following update regarding their drummer:

"It is with regret that I must inform you all that George 'GTB' Bellofatto is no longer a member of Ravage. Change has been a constant in this band since we began quite a while back, but I had hoped our most recent line-up would be stable for once - unfortunately, that was not in the cards and once again we have a change in the rhythm section. GTB has left the band to concentrate on his career outside of music and we wish him the best of luck with that and with any future musical projects he may undertake. We were lucky enough to have enlisted the aid of a great young local drummer named Pete Webber and we can now announce that he will be a permanent member of Ravage. Pete has played all of the dates on our current US tour, including our successful CD release party and he brings an abundance of skill and creativity. His performances have already gotten rave reviews from those in attendance and I have no doubt that his playing will add a new element of power, speed, and musical depth to future recordings." More...

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Scarpoint Posts Studio Recording Video

Sweden's Scarpoint has posted a recording studio video online, which can be viewed below. The band also issued the following recording update:

"Hey!!!

"3rd week has started and we are really exited to hear Henke..s vocals on the songs. Zoran is finished with all the lead and top guitars.

"Chris has 2 more songs to track on bass. We are so happy with how everything sounds, this one is gonna be a killer!!!

"Today Henke started tracking vocals, I did not go to the studio, I had to have some meetings and stuff sourounding the charity event Scarpoint is doing the 3rd of October.

"I managed to upload a small clip below, enjoy and as always." More...

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Austrian Death Machine Streaming New Song Online

Austrian Death Machine is streaming the new song "I Need Your Clothes, Your Boots, and Your Motorcycle" off the upcoming album "Double Brutal" online at their official MySpace page.

Austrian Death Machine creator Tim Lambesis comments on the new song: "My goal with this song is to get people to sing along to this classic line while filling in the gaps with brutal metal elements I believe are tried and true. Some bands try to write to songs that are outside the box, and some bands just want to box so we can punch other people in the face and call it a sport. Regardless of whether or not you want to be in or outside of the box, I hope everyone enjoys this song from Double Brutal."

"Double Brutal" is set for a North American release on September 29th.

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Defiance Streaming New Song Online

Defiance has issued the following announcement about streaming a new song online:

"Defiance has posted another new song from the forthcoming album "The Prophecy" on the official band website.

"The song called 'Sloth', is a fast paced, over the top thrasher that was written by Jim Adams and Mark Hernandez with lyrics from Bryant/Esquivel. The intense, fast and explosive tune explores the issues of the useless and worthless that plague our world.

"The full album is set for release on October 19th in Europe and October 20th in the US through Candlelight Records."

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Andromeda To Play Bloodstock Open Air 2010

Andromeda has issued the following announcement about performing at the Bloodstock Open Air 2010 Festival:

"We are pleased to announce that Andromeda will be playing the main stage at the Bloodstock Open Air Festival! Saturday August 14th 2010... mark the date in you calendars.

"We're really excited about Bloodstock! It’s a real honour. It's gonna be a lot of fun finally coming to the UK to play, we were booked to play the Progpower UK-festival last year but sadly it got cancelled at the last minute. Hope to see many Andromeda fans there and other people too of course!"

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Troll Delays New Album Release Date

Nagash of Norwegian black metal band Troll has issued the following update about pushing back the release date for their upcoming album "Neo-Satanic Supremacy:"

"The new album is supposed to come out in the end of October / Early November. But there are some 'technical issues' that might delay the album until January 2010. More info to come..."

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Korn Tells Head "No" To Coming Back To The Band

At the Sunset Strip Music Fest this past weekend, Altitude TV down with Korn guitarist Munky for an exclusive interview. In part one Munky was asked about a possible Korn reunion. Munky stated that former guitarist Brian “Head” Welch recently asked to come back to the band….and they said NO THANKS!. Also Munky talks what happened to original drummer David Silveria. Check out the video clip below.

UPDATE: Brian "Head" Welch responds.

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Paul Di'Anno Announces Japanese Tour Dates

Former Iron Maiden front man and solo artist Paul Di'Anno has announced the following two Japanese tour dates:

Sunday October 11th Classic Rock Jam, Kousei Nennkinn Hall,Tokyo,Japan
Friday October 16th Club Chitta, Kawasaki,Tokyo,Japan

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Soulgrind Issues Recording Update

Finnish gothic metal band Soulgrind has issued the following update about recording new material:

"Hello you all,

"Drums have been recorded. The Beast banged them in within 48 hours, cheers mate. Well done. Now as I write, the editing is happening. And the during the night, Mr TBite begins to do his guitars.... be posted."

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Katatonia Posts New Album Audio Sample

Katatonia has posted an audio sample from their upcoming album "Night is the New Day" online at their new mini-site. "Night is the New Day" is set to be released on November 2nd in Europe and November 10th in the U.S. through Peaceville Records.

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Atreyu To Stream Another New Song Online

Atreyu has issued the following statement about streaming another new song online starting at 12:01 AM on Wednesday, September 16th:

"It's your lucky week. You just got 1 new song on Sunday. Since we love you so much we're posting another song off our new album tonight. This song is called 'Storm To Pass' and it will be our first US radio single. It's fucking awesome. This song will be posted here on our myspace page at 12:01am EST (technically Wednesday) / 9:01pm PST (technically Tuesday, TONIGHT). New album 'Congregation Of The Damned' in stores everywhere Oct 27."

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Commercial Posted Online For Orctoberfest

A web commercial has been posted online for the upcoming Orctoberfest, which can be viewed below. The Orctoberfest will take place in Santa Cruz, CA on October 29th. The confirmed bands for the festival include A Band of Orcs, Skinlab, Falling to Pieces, Nekrogoblikon, Fiends at Feast, and Kha'nos. More...

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Arsis Issues Recording Update

James Malone, guitarist/vocalist for Virginia’s melodic/technical death metal band Arsis shares this update from Planet Z Studios in Massachusetts on their fourth studio album, "Starve For The Devil:"

"Everything I have been working towards over the past year has become a reality; we are making the Arsis album that I have always wanted to make. We starting tracking drums yesterday and everything sounds amazing. Mike Van Dyne's playing just fits the songs so well, and it is great to be recording with one of my best friends again. I can honestly say that I have not been this happy in a long time. If the past few days are any indication of how the rest of the recording is going to go, then I feel certain that this will be our best work yet."

"Starve For The Devil" is being recorded with producer Zeuss (Municipal Waste, Agnostic Front, Hatebreed). Artist Mark Riddick will be providing his artwork for the upcoming release. Performing on the album will be: James Malone – Guitars/Vocals; Mike Van Dyne – Drums; Nick Cordle – Guitars; Bassist - Nathaniel Carter.

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Slayer Reveals New Album Cover Artwork

Slayer has revealed the cover artwork for their new album "World Painted Blood," which can be viewed here. Slayer also issued the following update about the album:

"Die-hard Slayer fans, get ready.

"World Painted Blood will initially ship with four special collector's edition CD covers. Each of the four covers will display one-fourth of a continental map illustrated with human skulls and bones; when placed together, the four images form a complete and grisly map of the world.

"All four of the initial CD packages will include a special blood-red, see-through top panel with the map displayed beneath it. The World Painted Blood Deluxe Edition will have its own special layout of the map cover art and will be in a double-digipak housed in a blood-red, see-through plastic sleeve. The Deluxe Edition will include the World Painted Blood CD, the 'Playing With Dolls' DVD, a 20-minute animated graphic novel featuring music from the album (including part of a new non-album song), and an expanded booklet."

"World Painted Blood" will be released Tuesday, November 3rd in North American and Monday, November 2nd to the rest of the world.

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Beneath The Massacre Announces Headline Show

Beneath the Massacre has issued the following announcement about a headlining show in Montreal:

"We will be playing in Montreal on Sunday October 4th at the Underworld as part of Montreal Pop Festival with support from For Today, Vatican, As They Turn From Praise, End of Crisis and Curse of the Slain.

"It will be our first MTL headline show in two years and The Underworld is a relatively small venue so it will definitely be a more intimate concert than what we’ve been doing lately. We want all BTM fans to come to the show and have a blast with us."

Beneath the Massacre will will also be playing at the Sudbury Metal Feast on October 2nd in Sudbury, Ontario.

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David Ellefson To Appear At Noctis III Metalfest

David Ellefson of Hail! and formerly of Megadeth has issued the following announcement about appearing as a guest panelist at the Noctis III Metalfest:

"I’ll be a guest panelist at the NOCTIS III METALFEST October 2nd in Calgary, AB, Canada. A host of us will be doing panels and speaking on a variety of music and industry related topics. More info on the event can be found online at this location.

"See you there!"

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Down Comments On Boston Herald Interview

Down has issued the following statement about a recent interview with the Boston Herald:

"This past week Philip Anselmo did an interview with the Boston Herald to promote Down's show at the House of Blues in Boston. We wanted to clear up some things before the rumor mill starts turning. First off, the band will be writing and recording an album for release in 2010.

"Secondly, re the statement, 'Rex Brown, who also played in Pantera, has left the band for personal reasons' - Rex did not join this tour due to imminent health concerns, the sabbatical is not permanent. As Philip states on stage every night, Rex is the bass player in Down and will continue to be. Lastly, the band haarp, currently touring with Down and signed to Philip's Housecore Records label, hail from New Orleans not North Carolina.

"We hope this clears up the questions that have been flooding in."

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Forgotten Tales Issues Recording Update

Canada's Forgotten Tales has issued the following update about the recording process for their new album:

"The editing of the drums and the bass goes well. Some unforeseen technical delays have temporarily slowed us down but now everything is under control. The recording of guitar should start around September 21. We keep you informed"

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Gwydion Recording New Album

Portuguese folk metallers Gwydion have entered the Urban Insect Studios in Portugal to record their new album. Gwydion is recording with Fernando Matias and the album is scheduled to be finished by the end of October.

The mixing and mastering will be done in between November/December by Børge Finstad from Toproom Studios in Norway. The new album will be out in March 2010 through SMP/Trollzorn Records.

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Hatchet Dawn To Support Marilyn Manson

Hatchet Dawn has issued the following update about supporting Marilyn Manson on four tour dates:

"Hatchet Dawn will be supporting Marilyn Manson for 4 dates on his 2009 Australian tour. Wednesday 7th and Thursday 8th October 2009 at Thebarton Theatre in Adelaide. Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th October 2009 at Festival Hall in Melbourne.

"Visit this location for further information and ticket purchasing."

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Mikael Akerfeldt Comments On Katatonia Album

Opeth front man Mikael Akerfeldt, who appeared on the early Katatonia releases "Brave Murder Day" and "Sounds of Decay," has issued the following statement about the upcoming Katatonia album "Night is the New Day:"

"Katatonia - Night is the new day is possibly the greatest 'heavy' record I've heard in the last 10 years. Most people know my history with them and also my friendship with the guys. Jonas and I have been best buddies for the last 18 years or so.

"Everytime Opeth or Katatonia has a new record we arrange a small private listening party. Usually with myself, Anders and Jonas. For years we've managed to record albums around the same time and had both the new Opeth album and the new Katatonia album played back on the same session. It's always great fun, however disciplined.

"You can't talk during playback (death penalty), you listen to the album all the way through twice, and then we have the 'comments'. Everything is washed down with beer or wine...there might be snacks on the table.

"Well, 2 days after the new Katatonia album is mastered here we are, holed up in a friends apartment ready to go through the new masterpiece by Katatonia. And it truly is a masterpiece! I have not been this taken back by an album for a long time. I almost had tears in my eyes. It's an absolutely stunning piece of music! Easily their most progressive and emotional record as far as I'm concerned. More...

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Shadowside Issues Tour Road Report

Brazil's Shadowside has issued the following road report:

"Alright, my Babies in the Dark... hope you are all doing well tonight!

"After the past two shows in Illinois, we couldn't be more excited about this tour and both appearances tomorrow! First of all, let me walk you through our experiences in the past few days. They were very entertaining, fun and for me, challenging as well, since I had to sing both shows with a sore throat. I never even CONSIDERED cancelling any of the shows because I know how damn frustrating it is when a band I'm looking forward to see has to cancel and we had people messaging us saying they were as thrilled as we were to be coming to those cities that we've never been before. Since my voice wasn't sounding any different, I just went for it and I'm glad I did! More...

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Element Of Eclipse Offering Album For Download

Florida one man black metal act Element of Eclipse is currently offering the "Apocalyptic Life" 2004 demo and "The Broken Strings" 2007 full-length album as free downloads. The demo and album can be found here.

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ETID's Buckley Teams Up w/ Harley For Bike Run

In celebration of their forthcoming album, New Junk Aesthetic (out today, Sept 15), Every Time I Die wants you to "whip out your hog" and ride along with frontman Keith Buckley from Los Angeles to San Diego then from San Diego back up to Pomona on the “Easy Tigers In Denim” bike run on Sept 18.

Every Time I Die is asking fans with motorcycles to show up with to Epitaph's parking lot at 11:00 AM PT on Friday, September 18 on their motorcycle and join Keith as he hits the road on a Harley-Davidson Iron 883 TM motorcycle down to San Diego (about a 2+ hour drive) for the band’s show at SOMA (taking part in the ride does not mean you get a free ticket to the show). After the show, Every Time I Die will be staying at a KOA in Chula Vista, about 20 miles outside of San Diego, and the following morning everyone will ride back up to Pomona. Participating fans will have the opportunity to hang out with Keith and the band as well as be part of the video footage for the next Every Time I Die full length DVD. Limited edition "Easy Tigers In Denim" Tee-shirts will be available on a first come, first serve basis.

“Having an opportunity to travel through California the way God intended is something I've dreamt of doing ever since I was a teenager when I read Jack Kerouac and wrote awful poetry,” says Keith Buckley. “Now with the help of Harley-Davidson, my band, Space Monkey Studios and hopefully a good amount of fellow riders looking to recapture the human spirit that was unforgivingly crushed beneath the weight of adult responsibilities, it’s all actually happening. God bless America.”

The bike run celebrates the release of Every Time I Die’s fifth studio album, "New Junk Aesthetic," which will be released on Sept 15, and upcoming US tour with labelmates Bring Me The Horizon.

Here are the latest Every Time I Die tour dates: More...

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Gwen Stacy's "A Dialogue" Art and Tracklisting

Gwen Stacy has revealed the complete tracklisting and cover art for their upcoming new album, "A Dialogue." You can now check out the cover art here and the tracklisting below. "A Dialogue" is available in stores and online October 20th.

Here is the tracklisting for "A Dialogue":

1. The First Words
2. Profit Motive
3. A Dialogue
4. Creation and How I See It
5. Words of the New Prophet
6. Devil Devil
7. Addictionary
8. Braveheart
9. A Middle Ground
10. The Making Of
11. The Sound of Letting Go

Head over to their MySpace page to listen to the first new song, "The First Words."

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