Metal News for September 16, 2004
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Golem Working On New Album
The following message has been posted on the official Golem website:
We have now finished 11 new songs which will compose our first full-length album that the band will record in October/November 2004 in his personal studio. We'll also play in Bari, at Stop Over Pub, 24th September at Total Metal Festival with Eldritch, Marshall, Panic Cell, The Scavenger and more…
After this gig the band will rehearse the new songs and will play only mini festivals: probably the first one in October in Slovenia. More details will be available as soon as we have them.
Last but not least, we ask you to vote your favourite “Death Never Dies” song with an e-mail to info@golemneverdies.it, containing the title of the song and (if you want) a short comment. If you are lucky you can win an exclusive GoleM t-shirt and a copy of our new promo “Death in Progress...” See ya Metalheads!
Domenico and GoleM
Diecast Invite Fans To Video Shoot
Boston-based quintet Diecast will shoot a video for the track “Medieval” with acclaimed director Dale Resteghini (Candiria, Fear Factory, Hatebreed) in their hometown area on Friday Sept. 24th. Diecast are inviting all of their fans to attend and if you would like to be a part of the video call (212) 252-2372 and leave your full name and phone number. Someone will get back to you shortly thereafter with all of the details. The track comes off of the band’s highly anticipated new album, "Tearing Down Your Blue Skies," set for an October 19th release.
The album features the addition of new vocalist Paul Stoddard and is easily the group’s most diverse and commanding offering to date. Their progression is sure to please their devoted fanbase and will also provide a wake up call to the unsuspecting masses. Diecast are now determined to prove to the world that they are one of the best of their genre, and they will stop at nothing until that mission is accomplished.
Click here to check out the MP3 for “Medieval.”
Heaven Shall Burn Announce European Tour
The 2004 "The Weapon They Fear Tour" is booked. There will be tons of new merch and other cool stuff for you. Check also the shop here, as from now on they're taking care of all your HSB orders.
The Weapon They Fear Tour 2004 dates:
02.10.04 Berlin, Hellfire Festival
03.10.04 Warschau, Nemo PL
04.10.04 Praha, OO7 CZ
05.10.04 Bratislava, Stoka, SLK
06.10.04 Augsburg, Kantine
07.10.04 Weinheim, Cafè Central
08.10.04 Bochum, Matrix
09.10.04 Gräfenhainichen, Ferropolis
10.10.04 Frankfurt, O25
11.10.04 Paris, Péniche FR
12.10.04 Amsterdam, Melkweg NL
13.10.04 Newport,LePub GB
14.10.04 London, Barfly GB
15.10.04 GB, tbc
16.10.04 Trier, October Blast Fest
17.10.04 Arnheim, Goudvishal NL
18.10.04 Helsinki, Tavastia FIN
19.10.04 Gent, Frontline B
20.10.04 Belvaux, Cafe 911 LU
21.10.04 Münster, Skaters Palace
22.10.04 Köln, MTC
23.10.04 Sneek, bollwerk, NL
24.10.04 Kontich, Lintfabrik, B
06.11.04 Aalborg, Metalfestival, DK
13.11.04 Glauchau, Cafe Taktlos
20.11.04 Dresden, Reithalle
27.11.04 Essen, Funbox Amalie Halle
18.12.04 Hamburg, Markthalle
Dimmu Borgir To Take A Break
Norwegian black metal kings Dimmu Borgir will be taking a break for a year or two. It is expected that guitarist Galder will start recording a new Old Man's Child album during the band's break.
There is yet to be confirmation of this rumor. More details coming as they are made available.
Amon Amarth Conquer German Charts
Amon Amarth's brand new album, "Fate Of Norns," has entered the Media Control Charts in Germany at #31, and in Austria at #56. This is the highest Chart entry in Germany to date for Metal Blade Records!
Fates Warning Singer To Be On Chaos Metal Show
Ray Alder from Fates Warning will be on the Chaos metal show on Indie 103.1 (L.A.) Wednesday, September 29th from 11pm to 12am to promote the new "FWX" album. If you live in the Los Angeles area please tune in and check it out.
You can also listen to the interview via the internet here.
Beyond The Embrace & Byzantine Announce Tour Dates
Beyond the Embrace and Byzantine join forces and co-headline the "Sofa King Metal Tour 2004" with special guests Children of Tragedy. For a printable version of the tour poster click here. Beyond the Embrace have also confirmed a show on October 16 at the Palladium in Worcester, MA with Seemless, Burn in Silence Oma and Screams of Erida.
Confirmed Sofa King Metal tour dates are as follows:
9/24 Charleston, WV The Sound Factory
9/25 Uniontown, PA Schubydoo’s
9/26 Morgantown, WV 123 Pleasant Street
9/28 Athens, OH The Union
9/30 Grand Rapids, MI Club North
10/01 Cleveland, OH The Odeon
10/05 Johnson City, TN The Hideaway
10/06 Tallahassee, FL Big Daddy’s
10/07 Jacksonville, FL Thee Imperial
10/08 Sarasota, FL Rockerfellas
10/09 Seminole, FL The Boiler Room
10/10 Wilmington, NC Lucky’s
10/19 Worcester, MA Palladium w/ Seemless, Burn in Silence Oma, and Screams of Erida
KSE Guitarist Fills In For 36 Crazyfists Bassist
36 Crazyfists bassist Mick Whitney has made his return to the stage, broken bones and all. However, Mick is currently on his way back to Alaska due to extenuating circumstances. That being said, there are still a handful of dates left to be played on this tour...and yes, the show will go on...
Who will be playing bass for 36 CF on these remaining shows? Hint: He was originally the drummer for Killswitch Engage, and is now on guitar. Yes, Jack-Of-All-Musical trades, Adam Dutkiewicz.
COF & Trivium Videos To Debut On Headbangers Balls
Cradle Of Filth and Trivium have videos coming to a television screen near you. The on-air debuts of of both Cradle's "Nymphetamine" and of Trivium's "Like Light To Flies" videos will occur next weekend on the 9/25 Headbangers Ball episode on MTV2. In fact, the 9/25 HBB will be a MTV2 Headbangers Ball Vol. 2 edition of the show, showing only videos from bands that have tracks on the MTV2 Headbangers Ball Vol. 2 CD (which streets 9/28 - see here for details).
Celebrate With A Nightwish
The US release of Nightwish "Once" is less than a month away (October 5). Meanwhile, in Cologne, Germany, the band will be performing on the Top Of The Pops tonight (9/16). On the set list, "Wish I Had An Angel."
In other news, the "Once" release has now been certified gold in Germany. We suggest you sit back and celebrate with a Nightwish, the premium Finnish brew (click on link to see advertisement for the beer).
Exodus Guitarist Clears Up Vocalist Rumors
Exodus guitarist Gary Holt has posted this message on the band's official website regarding rumors going around about the replacement for recently departed vocalist Steve "Zetro" Souza:
I just wanted to clear up rumours about who is going to be our next singer. The answer to that is I do not know. There is a lot of speculation that we've already selected John Miller for the job and that is not true. While he will have every opportunity to secure the gig , as of right now he is filling in for us in South America, and in doing so is doing us a huge favor by helping us out when we were in a bind.
We will be holding auditions in the near future but in the meantime I am going to continue writing songs for the next record. Some people have questioned my intentions, saying that I am looking to cash in but finding some sort of flavor of the month or something. Come on. Be real. I have no delusions about suddenly selling five hundred thousand records merely by switching vocalist. I live in the real world folks, and I am very content if I can pay my bills and buy the occasional knife or two doing what I love and still take care of me and my own.
But anyway, we will be putting out contact info soon about auditions, so anyone interested stay tuned!
Holt has also sent this message to the band's South American fans, assuring them that Exodus will complete their touring commitments:
Just want to ease any concerns our fans in South America might have about our upcoming shows. All shows are confirmed and are a go! We will be playing our full set, all the classics and the new ones as well. I guarantee we will not disappoint! We are ready, willing and able my friends, and we will crush! I have been looking forward to returning to South America for far too long to let anything stand in the way! It has always felt like a second home to me and I wouldn't miss it for the world! See you all there!
Gary.
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Papa Roach Has Killer Debut Week On Charts
Papa Roach is back on familiar ground: the upper reaches of the Billboard album charts, thanks to the big debut of "Getting Away With Murder," the band's new Geffen release. The CD, which premiered at #17 on The Billboard 200 chart, sold in excess of 50,000 copies in its first week.
The CD's release comes on the heels of the hit title track, which was #1 most added at Active Rock radio and #2 at Alternative radio. The achievement is all the more impressive is that the track was already in the Top-20 at Active Rock before the official radio add date.
W.A.S.P. Plan Second Leg OF Tour For The Neon God
Having just completed a nationwide and European tour in support of the first act of the band’s 2004 2-part conceptual opus The Neon God , W.A.S.P . is planning yet another run around the world to support the forthcoming conclusion of said epic entitled The Neon God Part 2: The Demise, which is slated for release through Sanctuary/Metal-Is Records on September 28 th.
Produced & mixed during this summer, Blackie was ardent in his mission to make The Neon God Part 2: The Demise as potent and intense as its story dictates, so much so, that he was flying back & forth between venues and his Fort Apache studios in Burbank , CA during the first two weeks of the band’s summer tour! The Neon God addresses a tale of deep emotional quandary and revelation, the intoxication of power and the consequences of corruption. It is a story that everyone has experienced at one time or another - the need to belong, the quest for love, the desire for control, and the futility of vanity.
A second leg of The Neon God World Tour is anticipated to commence in early October.
Nasum Live Performance To Be Webcast
Swedish grindcore merchants NASUM's performance at the Popstad 2004 event in Huskvarna, Sweden, recorded in February 2004, will be broadcast on the "P3 Live" radio show on Thursday night (Sept. 16). The show will start at 9:00 p.m. (Swedish time) and will kick off with a half hour of COUNTERBLAST, taped the same night, followed by NASUM beginning at around 9:30 p.m.
To listen to the streamed concert, go to the "P3 Live" web site and click "Webbradio" and choose P3.
As previously reported, NASUM have set an October 26 U.S. release date through Relapse Records for their new album, "Shift". The album, which was recorded at Soundlab Studios in Örebro, Sweden, will be available in Europe on October 11 via Burning Heart Records. The vinyl version of the album, which is also expected in mid-October, will be issued via No Tolerance Records and "will be a deluxe type of release with a gatefold cover and other goodies," according to a posting on the group's web site. "There will be a limited colored vinyl printrun that will be sold on the upcoming European tour." An MP3 of the track "The Engine of Death" is available for download at this location (2.92 MB).
The AK Corral: Flotsam and Jetsam Side-Project
The AK Corral, the "country" side-project of Flotsam and Jetsam singer Eric "A.K." Knutson, will be releasing their new CD, "A Different Brand of Country", on November 30 through their own label, Stillwest Records. "We are very excited about this because we have national distribution through a great company called Caroline, which means you will be able to find our CD everywhere!" the band write on their web site.
As previously reported, Flotsam and Jetsam are close to completing the songwriting sessions for their new album, tentatively due in early 2005 through Crash Music Inc.
Primal Fear Live Videos Posted Online
Nuclear Blast Records has uploaded a couple of short video clips of German power metallers Primal Fear performing at the Bloodstock festival the weekend of September 3-4, 2004 at The Assembly Rooms in Derby, England. Check them out: Clip#1, Clip#2 (Real Media).
In other news, the band have posted the following message on their official web site: "The Metal Camp in Slovenija was a blast. Killer day! Last weekend, we played at the Biebob in Belgium again, no oxygen, 70 degrees heat and a packed venue. Our compliments to the fans, but they gave us a hard time ..... we played nearly 120 minutes with 4 encores - hell! The two shows in France were great too. The Raismesfest was great and we met a lot of friends there and even it rains like hell, the fans gave us 100% support. The show in the La Loc in Paris was a great finalizer.
"Aside of this, we are planning now the next Primal Fear album. We're talking to some famous mixing engineers and we start to schedule the songwriting etc. We have great plans and some cool visions! We have to say, that the band was never ever in a better shape and mood than today and that's exactly, what we want to show on our next recordings!"
Anthrax Change Title Of Upcoming CD
Anthrax have changed the title of their upcoming collection of Joey Belladonna/Neil Turbin-era songs performed by the band's current lineup to "The Greater of Two Evils" from the previously announced "Metallum Maximum Aeturnum". "What, no one speaks Latin any more?" Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian joked in a posting on the band's official web site.
With regards to the upcoming CD, Scott wrote, "I heard the first ten mixes over the weekend and I am excited. These songs sound great. There's so much energy on this record. Busting the tracks out live in two days was definitely the way to do it. What's crazy is when I listen to it it's like I'm listening to it from outside the band because it's all these old songs that we haven't played so much over the years and I really only know the studio versions so when I hear John [Bush] singing them, it's like I get to here it from your point of view, if that makes any sense. And let me tell ya, John is killing on this. It's being mastered on Wednesday [Sept. 15] and the release dates are November 8 in Europe and November 23 in the U.S. Japan is a week before Europe. I'll find out when Australia gets it. I haven't forgotten how great Australia was this year. The cover art is by Obey, www.obeygiant.com, and it's really sharp. Very striking."
Anthrax will be teaming up with Dio and Fireball Ministry for a U.S. tour beginning on September 29 in Hartford, CT. "This will be the last run of dates for a while," Ian revealed. "John's wife Tori is due first week of November and we'll be working on new material so we can get a new record out next year. I know it's disappointing that we still have not gotten to the Northwest. It's lame and I apologize but it's been out of our hands. These dates coming up end in Ft. Lauderdale. I wish we were doing the whole tour but we can't because John's gonna be a dad. You have to respect that. We still might get to San Francisco. There's a chance we will do the last three shows in S.F., L.A. and Vegas over Halloween weekend. I hope we do. Get your ass down to what is sire to be the most metal night of the year. I want to see Anthrax fans representing. No excuse, get up and get out to the shows. The first gig at the Northern Lights in Clifton Park NY is a headline warm-up show. Last time there was killer so let's top it. I'm really excited about playing the Beacon in NYC, The last time we played there was in 1987 on the 'Among the Living' tour. It's a great place to see shows and it feels good to be playing a big venue in NYC. I think these shows will be sick. Chicago, Milwaukee and Detroit, you know what’s up!!!!"
Anthrax w/ Dio, Fireball Ministry:
Sep. 28 - Clifton Park, NY – Northern Lights (ANTHRAX only)
Sep. 29 - Webster Theatre - Hartford, CT (21 and over)
Oct. 01 - The Palladium - Boston, MA
Oct. 02 - Beacon Theatre - NYC, NY
Oct. 04 - Trocadero - Philadelphia, PA
Oct. 05 - The Odeon - Cleveland, OH
Oct. 06 - Eagles Ballroom - Milwaukee, WI
Oct. 08 - Harpo's Concert Theater - Detroit, MI
Oct. 09 - House Of Blues - Chicago, IL (18 and over)
Oct. 10 - The Surf Ballroom - Clear Lake, IA
Oct. 12 - The Masquerade - Atlanta, GA
Oct. 14 - House of Blues - Lake Buena Vista, FL
Oct. 15 - Jannus Landing - Saint Petersburg, FL
Oct. 16 - Revolution - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Lullacry Enter Studio To Record New Album
Finland's Lullacry entered Finnvox studios in Helsinki Wednesday (Sept. 15) to begin recording the follow-up to 2003's "Crucify My Heart", tentatively due in early 2005 through Spinefarm Records in Finland and Century Media Records in other parts of the world. "We have already the first eight drum tracks ready!" guitarist Sami Vauhkonen revealed in a posting on the group's web site. "I fuckin´love that drum sound you can get there."
Lullacry recently issued a five-song EP, "Fire Within", last month, featuring two new songs ("Fire Within" and "The #1 Rebel"), two remakes of classic Lullacry tracks, as well as a cover version of W.A.S.P.'s "L.O.V.E. Machine".
Murderdolls Search For Trashiest Band In The U.K.
Acey Slade, guitarist for Roadrunner recording artists Murderdolls, is giving "the chance of a lifetime" to a lucky U.K. band. While on tour with his new group, Trash Light Vision, Slade will be searching for a band to bestow the title "Trashiest Band in the U.K." upon. Finalists will get to open for Trash Light Vision at their London show on Tuesday, October 5 at The Underworld. The winner will be picked at the show by Acey, Alex Kane from the band Antiproduct, and will be based in part on audience participation. The winning group will receive a prize pack with gifts from Manic Panic, D'Andria guitar pedals and effects, Sanctuary Records, BC Rich Guitars, Merch Monster Clothing, air time on Total Rock Radio, Trash Light Vision merchandise, and items from the Bats store in Manchester, most of it packed in Acey's personal backpack. The entire concert will be filmed for Detonator TV, who encourage the participating acts to behave as decadently as they chose.
The bands can enter the contest by sending links and MP3s to aceyslade@aceyslade.com or presenting a press kit at a Trash Light Vision show prior to the Underworld show.
"I've been fortunate enough to go all over the world and play music," said Acey in a statement. "I'm always searching out new bands and quite frankly, I'm disgusted by how sterile they are. So, I'm looking for the trashiest band I can find. Once I find them, I'm going to shower them with gifts to help further and support their decadent lifestyle. Whether it's music equipment or hair dye, their trash will be treasured."
Chimaira New DVD To Arrive In Late October
Roadrunner Records has set an October 26 release date for Chimaira's first DVD, "The Dehumanizing Process" (view cover here). A 90-minute, behind-the-scenes documentary that follows the band from writing and recording their latest album, "The Impossibility of Reason", in 2003, through their stint on the RoadRage tour with labelmates Machine Head and Trivium this past August, the DVD also includes almost an hour of performance footage captured live around the world. Finally, as an added bonus, the package will include the "This Presents Darkness" EP, the self-financed effort that initially brought the band to the attention of Roadrunner Records. "It's been a tremendous ride so far," vocalist Mark Hunter said in a statement, "and I feel fortunate enough to be able to show our fans what it's like to actually be in this group because we feel they are the seventh member and we couldn't have done any of this without them."
When Chimaira released their sophomore effort for Roadrunner Records, "The Impossibility of Reason", in May of 2003, it marked both the end of a journey and the beginning of a new one. Over the past year and a half, the band has toured with some of the biggest names in hard rock and metal (Slipknot, Slayer, Killswitch Engage, In Flames, Fear Factory), played Ozzfest, shot three videos (one of which ended in a fiery blaze), gone through three drummers, fought illness, English thugs and one another, to come out on top. "The Dehumanizing Process" DVD, directed by Todd Bell, is this period of time caught on tape. It is an hour-and-a-half documentary of a band trying to hold onto their sanity and dream.
Anthrax Comments On Passing Of Ramones Legend
Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian has commented on the passing of Johnny Ramone, guitarist and co-founder of the seminal punk band The Ramones. Writing to the Anthrax's official web site, Ian said, "The world is a lesser place with the passing of Johnny Ramone. My heart goes out to his wife Linda and to all the family, friends and fans around the world who share in the love for this giant among men. I will always treasure my time with Johnny. Meeting and becoming friends with the man responsible for my guitar playing was a dream come true. We'll miss you Johnny."
Ramone, who had been fighting a five-year battle with prostate cancer, died in his sleep Wednesday afternoon (Sept. 15) at his Los Angeles home surrounded by friends and family. He was 55.
Blackest Of The Black Tour Cancelled
The much-anticipated "Blackest of the Black" U.S. Tour, which was set to feature headliners Danzing alongside Doyle (ex-Misfits), Mayhem, Death Angel, Devildriver and Eyes Of Fire, has been cancelled. "We are extremely upset by this news as the band has prepared for months and are in top shape to conquer the country!" Mayhem guitarist Blapshemer said in a statement. "Unfortunately, this decision was not made by us and beyond our control. From our side, everything was planned, confirmed, taken care of and verbally agreed with the management of and Danzig himself. If it was up to us, we would be on your shores within days! The fate of the tour was not in our hands, and I can't elaborate beyond that statement. However, don't get too comfortable. In the midst of winter, 2005, we shall return with the 'Rape Humanity with Pride Tour' complete a horrific stage presentation. So, to all our fans, stay Black and we will see you all early next year. The beast of Mayhem cannot be stopped!!"
Mushroomhead: No Split?
Apparently Ohio noise terrorists Mushroomhead haven't split up, despite the departure of one of the group's frontmen J. Mann and being dropped by their record company, Universal.
Nevertheless, the masked band have dropped off their previously announced US tour with Insane Clown Posse which is thought to be due to not being able to fins a replacement for Mann in time.
Solitude Aeturnus New Album Demo Available Online
US doom lords Solitude Aeturnus are just heading into the studio to record their new album. The band recently activated their new official website at www.eternalsolitude.com.
The site currently has a demo version available for the track ‘Waiting For The Light’, which will be featured on the forthcoming new album, entitled Alone. The track can be found at this location.
Headline News
Johnny Ramone Passes Away At 55
Johnny Ramone, guitarist and co-founder of the legendary band The Ramones died in his sleep Wednesday, September 15th following a five year battle with prostate cancer. He was 55.
Ramone (born John Cummings) founded the band in 1974 with Joey Ramone, Dee Dee Ramone and Tommy Ramone. Joey (real name Jeff Hyman) died of lymphatic cancer in 2001, Dee Dee (Douglas Colvin) died of a drug overdose in 2002. Tommy is the only surviving member of the original line-up.
Along with his wife Linda Cummings, Ramone's friends Eddie Vedder (Pearl Jam) and wife Jill, Rob Zombie and wife Sherrie, Lisa Marie Presley and others were at his bedside when he passed away.
Fear Factory To Release New Maxi-Single
Fear Factory will be releasing a CD maxi-single, entitled "Bite the Hand That Bleeds and Related Archetypal Imagery", on November 16 through Liquid 8 Records. The disc, which will come with a bonus DVD EP, will feature an audio track for "Bite The Hand That Bleeds" as well as the video for the first single off the "Archetype" CD, "Cyberwaste", the three videos for "Archetype" (narrative/performance/anime), and the video for "Bite the Hand That Bleeds". Bonus materials include exclusive Fear Factory ringtones and a limited edition fold-out poster created by renowned horror-comic book artist, Ben Templesmith ("30 Days Of Night", "Hellspawn"), who had produced a draft for "Archetype"'s original cover art concept upon Fear Factory singer Burton C. Bell's request.
Commented Templesmith: "Burton found me through the comics work I'd done for IDW Publishing, as my book '30 Days of Night' is one of the biggest-selling horror comics in years. I leapt at the chance, as I'd been listening to Fear Factory way back when I had been drawing that damn thing! The power of their music was pretty influential on me. As an artist, I tend to want a whole bunch of 'atmosphere' in my work, and the best way to help get that is playing music in the background. Fear Factory just has that special vibe that helps push me when I need to go in a certain direction."
In other news, the song "Bite the Hand That Bleeds" will be featured on the soundtrack to the upcoming horror movie "Saw", due in theaters nationwide on October 29. In addition, the track will appear as the movie's closing-credits theme. Music Supervisor Jonathan Platt explained the choice: "I played song for 'Saw' producer Gregg Hoffman, and he loved it and decided to use it for the end title theme. This is a very dark movie, and the song really works well with the film's tone. The mood, music, and textures of the song accentuate this movie." A trailer for the film can be viewed here.
Simultaneously to this, Fear Factory are working on an upcoming covers album of tracks that influenced them over the years, and they are hammering out ideas for the inevitable remix version of the "Archetype" album — a concept the band is famous for. Guitarist Christian Olde-Wolbers has also recently announced the confirmation of a COW Signature Guitar series he secured through Jackson Guitars. The model will be presented at the NAMM conference in January and will be released in 6-string and 7-string configurations. Drummer Raymond Herrera has set his sights back onto videogame and movie music, composing tracks for the sequel to his recent work for the soundtrack to the streetracing film "Mischief Invasion", as well music for Namco's "Dead To Rights 2" and Sony's "Gran Tourismo 4" videogames.
Superjoint Ritual Live Video Clip Posted Online
Superjoint Ritual have uploaded a live video clip recorded during the band's recent performance at the House of Blues in Chicago, IL at their official web site. Check it out at this location.
As previously reported, Superjoint Ritual will release a new live DVD, entitled "Live at CBGB 2004 - Changing the Face of Music through Uncompromising Anti-Image", on October 5 through Sanctuary Visual Entertainment. Directed by Denise Korycki, the DVD was filmed at New York City's legendary CBGBs on May 3, 2004 and features a virtually uncut viewing of the band's performance along with an up-close and in-your-face look at Superjoint Ritual before and after the show.
Commented Superjoint Ritual frontman Philip Anselmo: "The type of show we had [at CBGBs] separates the men from the boys, as you'll see. It also shows how far Superjoint Ritual have come as a band."
"Live at CBGB 2004 - Changing the Face of Music through Uncompromising Anti-Image" (view cover here) track listing:
01. Antifaith
02. Fuck Your Enemy
03. The Introvert
04. Personal Insult
05. The Destruction of a Person
06. Permanently
07. The Alcoholik
08. Waiting for the Turning Point
09. One Song/Ozena
10. Stealing a Page or Two from Armed & Radical Pagans
Headline News
Amen Guitarist Quits, Calls Casey Chaos A Fraud
Amen guitarist Matt Montgomery has quit the band, branding the group's leader Casey Chaos "a fraud."
In a statement posted at the Metal Hammer web site, Matt writes, "If I joined Amen to be famous or be a 'rock star', I joined for the wrong reasons. I joined it purely for an intense love and passion for what Casey Chaos led me to believe he stood for.
"I had two Amen tattoos before I joined, and moved myself to L.A. to join one of my favorite bands. Now after 2 long years I can say I've had enough and learned a hard lesson.
"I've made a lot of friends and had some great experiences which I'm grateful for. However, living on just under 2800 dollars (that is my full take-home pay) from over two years has put me in extreme debt, and caused so many problems for me. All that was ever asked from the band was a band agreement that would split any profits from gigs and merch evenly so we could survive. That was apparently too much to ask.
"But the most heartbreaking reason for leaving is the realization that Casey is a fraud. The promises of band solidarity were nothing more than lies. Myself, and previous members all played with the band because we believed in Amen and its message. I now know why there have been so many members in this band.
"Thanks to all who helped us get through the last 2 years. And a huge thanks to the fans that are so open minded and die hard. I wish I could say I was still one of you."
Got A Machine Head Tattoo?
Machine Head have launched a search for fans with a Machine Head tattoo of any kind to be cast in their upcoming video for "Days Turn Blue to Gray". If you live in or around the San Francisco Bay Area,, or are willing to travel and don't mind covering your own expenses, send the band an e-mail with your name, hometown, age and a picture of your tattoo by September 21, and they will contact you if you've been chosen. Please note that there will be no rushing out to get a Machine Head tattoo just so you can have a chance to get in the video. Machine Head do not condone the idea, and will not accept any submissions of fresh work.
"Days Turn Blue to Gray" comes off the group's critically acclaimed "Through the Ashes of Empires" CD, which was released in the U.S. in April through Roadrunner Records.
Machine Head will kick off an Australian tour on October 1 to be followed by a European trek beginning on October 9 in Brussels, Belgium
Shadows Fall New Album Streamed Online
Shadows Fall's brand-new CD, "The War Within", will be streamed on MTV.com in its entirety leading up to the album's release on September 21. Fans now have less than a week to preview the album at this location.
Shadows Fall will be the featured guests on MTV2's "Headbanger's Ball" this Saturday night, Sept. 18. The episode will include the broadcast premiere of their new video for "The Power of I and I", shot by acclaimed director Dale Resteghini (Fear Factory, Hatebreed). In addition, the group will talk about both the making of their new album and their upcoming headlining tour. The video can also be viewed now through the Shadows Fall e-card at this location.
Shadows Fall's new offering was produced once again by Zeuss (Hatebreed) at Planet Z Studios, and features 10 tracks of "sonic devastation." The first pressing of the disc will be limited to 150,000 embossed digipack copies and will be packaged with a bonus DVD, featuring a video for "Stepping Outside the Circle" from "The Art of Balance", two live videos, guitar lessons with Matt Bachand and Jon Donais and a drum lesson with Jason Bittner, and a Century Media sampler.
Doogie White Demo Available For Download
Three demo tracks recorded by Yngwie Malmsteen/ex-Rainbow singer Doogie White with an early 1990s band called SOLE ASYLUM have been posted online at White's official web site. Download them at this location. The demo was recorded in the summer of 1992 at Survival Studios in West London and features Billy and Mark Kulke on bass and guitar, respectively, along with Dave Anderson on drums.
In other news, Doogie's web site has been updated with he following message:
"Doogie has just returned from Tokyo having been the special guest of Yamaha Communications new Japanese artist O-Mura. Yakayashi O-Mura is a guitar graduate of the Tokyo Music Institute. Doogie contributed two vocals to O-Mura's debut album 'Nowhere to Go'. The concert also featured former Malmsteen singer Mark Boals and keyboard player Vitalij Kuprij. The show was filmed for a DVD.
"Doogie also gave a vocal clinic at the MI in Tokyo which overran by a half hour due to the wealth of interest and questions from the audience. Doogie performed three tracks from Cornerstone's 'Once Upon Our Yesterdays' and three from his as yet unfinished solo album. He finished with his version of 'Gethsemane' from 'Jesus Christ Superstar'. Due to the success of the clinic it has been suggested that when Doogie returns to Japan he should do a clinic at every MI in the various cities."
Amorphis Guitarist Says Fill-In Vocalist Is Great
Amorphis guitarist Esa Holopainen has posted the following update on the group's official web site:
"A good time to inform [everyone] that the rehearsings with JP Leppäluoto [Charon singer and fill-in vocalist for Amorphis' upcoming U.S. tour] goes further exellent. We have been now two days in rehearsing flat and the result is great, JP has improved the band with a great talent and his voice matches perfectly to AMO-songs so no worries. Also people who are sceptic about how the old tracks are going to be performed will be surprised..."
Amorphis will be hitting the road with Type O Negative in support of their most recent CD, "Far From The Sun", beginning in early October.
Amorphis supporting Type O Negative:
Oct. 07 - New Haven, CT @ Toad's Place
Oct. 08 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
Oct. 09 - Johnson City, NY @ Magic City Music Hall
Oct. 11 - New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
Oct. 12 - Allentown, PA @ Crocodile Rock
Oct. 13 - Wantagh, NY @ Mulcahy's Rock & Roll Sports Bar
Oct. 14 - Montreal, QUE @ Café Campus
Oct. 15 - Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre of Living Arts
Oct. 16 - Clifton Park, NY @ Northern Lights
Oct. 18 - Toronto, ONT @ Kool Haus
Oct. 20 - Cleveland, OH @ Odeon
Oct. 21 - Toledo, OH @ Headliner's
Oct. 22 - Detroit, MI @ Harpo's
Oct. 23 - Columbus, OH @ Newport Music Hall
Oct. 24 - Cincinnati, OH @ Bogarts
Oct. 26 - Flint, MI @ The Machine Shop
Oct. 27 - Springfield, IL @ The Warehouse
Oct. 28 - Minneapolis, MN @ Quest Club
Oct. 30 - Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave / Eagles Ballroom
Oct. 31 - Chicago, IL @ Metro / Smart Bar
Nov. 01 - Sauget, IL @ Pop's
Nov. 02 - Kansas City, KS @ The Beaumont Club
Nov. 05 - Lake Buena Vista, FL @ House Of Blues
Nov. 09 - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
Nov. 10 - Winston-Salem, NC @ Ziggy's
Nov. 11 - Washington, DC @ Nation
Nov. 12 - Pittsburgh, PA @ The Rock Club
Nov. 13 - Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
Iron Maiden More Early Years'DVD Details Revealed
According to online CD vendor CDXpress, a two-disc Iron Maiden DVD, entitled "Early Years", is scheduled for release in October 2004. The set, which will apparently feature Region 2 (PAL) encoding, is expected to include the following:
Disc One:
* Concert – "Live at The Rainbow" (recorded in the early '80s; previously released on PMI video) – approximately 30-40 minutes in length
* Concert - "The Beast Over Hammersmith" (recorded in the early '80s; previously unreleased) - 60 minutes
Disc Two:
* Concert - "Live At Donington" (recorded in the '80s; previously unreleased) - 60 minutes
* Documentary: A newly filmed history of IRON MAIDEN (part 1) - approximately 30-40 minutes in length
Extras:
* "Top of The Pops" performance of "Women In Uniform" (1981)
* "Top of The Pops" performance of "Sanctuary" (1981)
* "Rock & Pop" (German TV) track (1981)
* Documentary - Colourbox from Granada TV (1981) - 25 minutes
Headline News
Circle II Circle Announce New Lineup
Circle II Circle, the new band fronted by former Savatage singer Zachary Stevens, have announced the details of their new lineup.
Commented Stevens: "Zak says, We have been very careful to select only the best musicians for the new band. All of these guys came highly recommended by a very good friend of ours, John 'Ozzy' Osborn, who had just filled in on drums for our Saxon/Doro tour. He really understood what kind of players we needed to go to that next level, and thank god he did, because he introduced us to some really great players and some really great friends.
"Mitch Stewart (bass/vocals) and Tom Drennan (drums/vocals) were able to get on board during the June/July tour with Blaze and Saxon. They were so absolutely fantastic and made such a HUGE impression on all of the fans and press that we knew they were the guys we were looking for.
"After the tour they recommended that we contact some great friends of theirs, Evan Christopher (guitars/vocals) and Andrew Lee (guitars/vocals), both of whom they had been performing with in Nashville for many years. On the December tour with Saxon and Doro, Circle II Circle hooked up with keyboard great Oliver Palotai of Doro to handle the intricate keyboard arrangements and soon he became Circle II Circle's sixth touring member."
Circle II Circle are currently completing work on their second album, "Faces In the Dark", tentatively due late February 2005 through AFM Records. The pre-production for the CD was completed at Cabin Fever Studios in Brooksville, Florida.
Commented Zak: "We have finally found our own Circle II Circle sound!
"We make 'classic heavy metal' in a modern way!! Pushing the old boundaries, and creating a new future for this style of music that we all love so much."
In 2005, Circle II Circle will hit the road once again with an extensive worldwide tour, including some great summer festivals and possibly a headlining tour in the fall.
Slipknot To Launch Two-Pronged Radio Campaign
Slipknot have announced plans to follow up a Top 5 single, entitled "Duality", with their own brand of duality: a radio campaign that takes two versions, "Vermilion" and "Vermilion Pt. 2", to Slipknot fans simultaneously.
The two versions of "Vermilion" are songs that represent the expression of the myriad of artistic and technical strengths this groundbreaking act possesses. Both will simultaneously impact all rock radio formats and national video channels in early October and both appear on Slipknot's critically-acclaimed album, "Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses)", which is quickly approaching platinum sales status.
The song "Vermilion" begins the story of obsession, with a gothic rock beat and frustrated, aggressive vocal. "Vermilion Pt. 2" is a haunting continuation of the story, complete with acoustic guitar, violin and Corey Taylor's pained, vulnerable delivery. The melody and the overriding theme run through both versions, making them integral pieces to the same complex puzzle. "The differences (between the two tracks) are subtle — 'Vermilion Pt. 1' is about the enrapturing, the buildup, the anticipation and the neurosis," says Taylor. "'Part 2' is the aftermath, the pieces that have to be picked up later, and maybe the guilt of having lived through it."
A separate video was shot for each version of the track in Los Angeles in late-August. The clip for "Vermilion" was directed by Tony Petrossian and M. Shawn Crahan, co-directors of the "Duality" video. The video for "Vermilion Pt. 2" is being directed by Mark Klasfeld (whose work includes videos for Nelly, Vanessa Carlton, Sum 41, and Shyne). Expect both videos to defy your expectations of Slipknot and show the band as you have never seen them before.
The concept of the "Vermilion" video follows a young woman whose life is completely out of phase with the rest of the world. For every day that goes by her, she grows further away from her imprint of time in this reality. All she can do is stand alone and contemplate her isolation. Throughout the video, the only things in balance are her visions of the members of Slipknot in her subconscious. "This is REAL," says the co-director (also known as the Clown) "We chose to go down an artistic wormhole, and give our fans a beginning look of what else lies within our thought process. Whereas 'Duality' captured the real intimacy of what we share with our fans, with 'Vermilion', we finalize that chapter by grabbing a hold of our fans and taking them deeper into the experience of Slipknot. It's all starting over again — THIS IS REAL!"
Throcult New Video Posted Online
Denver, Colorado-based black/death metal band Throcult have uploaded their video for the song "Through Fog of War" at their official web site. The "zero-budget" video was shot at the group's rehearsal space and was produced and edited by Ivan Alcala (Throcult guitarist/vocalist).
The "Through Fog of War" comes off the group's upcoming CD, "Stormbringer - Conjuration Of The Nighthorde", due on October 5 through Crash Music Inc. The album was recorded at Flatline Audio Studios (formerly Hellion Studios) with producer Dave Otero (Cephalic Carnage, Serberus).
Throcult's next live appearance will take place on Friday, September 17 Whiskey Bill's in Lakewood, CO. Also appearing on the bill will be SUMMON and SKINNED.
Illdisposed Drop Off Death Angel Tour
Danish death metallers Illdisposed have dropped off the upcoming Death Angel European headlining tour "due to financial problems with the promoter, Metallysee agency," according to an official statement from the band. A new European tour will be announced soon.
Illdisposed's new album, "1-800 Vindication", is scheduled for release on October 4 through Roadrunner Records Europe. Release dates for other parts of the world will be announced soon.
As previously reported, "1-800 Vindication" was produced by Ziggy and was mixed at Antfarm Studio in Aarhus, Denmark, with producer Tue Madsen. The Danish death metal group recently signed a worldwide publishing deal with the world's biggest music publisher, EMI Music Publishing.
Wolverine Part Ways With Guitarist
Sweden's Wolverine have parted ways with guitarist Per Broddesson. "Per had been a member of the band since 2000 and he will of course be missed," the group write on their web site. "The decision to part ways was however mutual and there are no hard feelings involved in this split. The split took place only because of finiancial matters as well as musicial differences. From what we know, Per will continue his musical journey with his band The Doomsday Cult and we wish him the best of luck with that. Wolverine will, however, continue with full force as a 5-piece. Cliché or not, we have high hopes that our next album (which we hope to record next summer) will be our best effort to date. We are aiming for a non-concept album with songs more heavy and aggressive than on 'Cold Light of Monday'. We're simply in a heavy metal mode right now!!"
Wolverine's latest album, "Cold Light Of Monday", was released late last year through Elitist/Earache. Download an MP3 of the track "New Best Friends" at this location.
Chris Caffery Solo Album, EP Tracklisting Revealed
An EP, called "The Mold" taken from the first personal album featuring Chris Caffery (main guitarist of Savatage, master of ceremonies & guitarist of Trans-Siberian Orchestra) as the singer besides his guitars duties is released in Europe through Black Lotus Records. Includes two exclusive non-album tracks. The album features Paul Morris (Rainbow, Doro), Dave Z (Trans-Siberian Orchestra, ZO2, Jeff Plate (Savatage, Trans-Siberian Orchestra).
A world-wide tour will follow with an appearance in Wacken Festival 2005.
"The Mold" tracklisting: More...
Telefunk Tribute CD To Feature The Gathering
On Sunday October 17th 2004, the Gathering will pay their respect to Arnoudt & Simone [Telefunk] by playing during the Songs for a Silver Surfer mini festival at the Burgerweeshuis in Deventer. On this day, a special Tribute CD will be available with all the bands on it that are participating this day. All the money goes to Simone and the 2 kids.
One year ago, the Gathering recorded some songs for an educational CD-ROM used as a part of History lessons. The Gathering has given one of those songs to contribute to the CD: "Thunder Without Frequencies" is a totally new and unreleased song. Please buy this CD in order to support Simone and her kids, to help them to build a new horizon line to their future.
After the tribute concert, the CD will be available as soon as possible on the Gathering's e-shop at 4tune.
Message From Chuck Schuldiner's Mom
The mother of the late Chuck Schuldiner, guitarist for Death, has posted this message on www.emptywords.org:
Hello everybody,
This message is to let you know that I have no more Symbolic shirts for sale, and no more medium Let The Metal Flow shirts, just the large and x-large. You let me know you wanted that design and there has been a tremendous response to it. In response to your questions, I am going to have another design as soon as I decide which one to use. Then I will make sure there is more of a variety in sizes, though the large is by far the most requested.
Also, as requested, there is more variety of merchandise in the planning stages, but I will let you know more about that later. I am also talking with someone about a memorial shirt and a tribute shirt, so as soon as I make a decision about that I will be sure to tell you on the emptywords site.
I know only too well that December 13th is approaching and some of you have asked how to contribute to a memorial. I have taken some of the contributions from the past year to have a memorial plaque put on a pathway in North Carolina, I had Chuck and his brother, Frank, together on that plaque. The location has a special meaning for our family. I have two more planned and will let you know about them in the near future.
As for a memorial contribution this time, it would be a great tribute to Chuck, as always, if you would make a donation to The Brain Tumor Society in Chuck's name, address below. Although Chuck did not have a brain tumor, the more rare brainstem tumor he had is also included in the research for a cure. All money is 100% used in the research, no large salaries and bonus benefits for the executives as it is in so many of these organizations. This is the greatest single thing you can do in memory of Chuck. The address:Brain Tumor Society
124 Watertown Street
Suite 3H
Watertown, Massachusetts 02472 / USA
If you prefer to donate online, I will email you a form. If you have questions about the album or anything at all, you can reach me at mfbccj@yahoo.com for a personal answer, as always.
Take care,
Jane Schuldiner
Few More Anthrax, Dio Tour Dates Announced
Anthrax have announced several more dates for their upcoming tour with Dio and Fireball. The list of dates so far are as follows:
09/29 Webster Theatre - Hartford, CT (21 and over)
10/01 The Palladium - Boston, MA
10/02 Beacon Theatre - NYC, NY
10/04 Trocadero - Philadelphia, PA
10/05 The Odeon - Cleveland, OH
10/06 Eagles Ballroom - Milwaukee, WI
10/08 Harpo's Concert Theater - Detroit, MI
10/09 House Of Blues - Chicago, IL (18 and over)
10/10 The Surf Ballroom - Clear Lake, IA
10/12 The Masquerade - Atlanta, GA
10/14 House of Blues - Lake Buena Vista, FL
10/15 Jannus Landing - Saint Petersburg, FL
10/16 Revolution - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
10/18 House of Blues - New Orleans, LA
Fireball Ministry are prepared to spread their newest message of hard rock and heavy metal to the congregation. Fireball Ministry's latest, "The Second Great Awakening," is an all-out aural assault on these ironic times where the true meaning of “rock” has long been forgotten.
Fear Factory Tour And DVD/EP Update
Los Angeles’ Fear Factory is on a mission; a mission to infiltrate America’s infrastructure by way of numerous multimedia channels. Having already circled the globe twice in support of their acclaimed Billboard Top 30 charting Liquid 8 Records debut Archetype, which has moved over 100,000 units in its relatively short shelf-time, the band is gearing up to invade North America’s stages once again, this time co-headlining with aggro-metal incumbents Lamb of God. However, this is merely the tip of the proverbial iceberg for one of the hardest working bands in hard rock today.
October 29th will see the nationwide theatrical release of the Lion’s Gate Films shocker Saw, starring Danny Glover (Lethal Weapon, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Color Purple), Carey Elwes (Shadow of the Vampire, Kiss The Girls, Bram Stoker's Dracula, The Crush), Monica Potter (Along Came A Spider, Con Air, Patch Adams), Dinah Meyer (Starship Troopers, Birds of Prey, Dragonheart) and directed by newcomer James Wan. The movie stunned audiences at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival, which called it a “landscape of indelible horror.” Fear Factory’s latest single “Bite The Hand That Bleeds” will not only be on the film’s soundtrack (released through Artists Addiction Records), but is featured as the movie’s closing credits theme. Music Supervisor Jonathan Platt explains the choice, “I played the song for Saw producer Gregg Hoffman, and he loved it and decided to use it for the end title theme. This is a very dark movie, and the song really works well with the film’s tone. The mood, music, and textures of the song accentuate this movie.” A trailer for the film can be viewed here and the movie’s official website is www.sawmovie.com More...
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