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REAPING ASMODEIA Streaming New Track “Irreversible Evolution”; RA Confidential Documentary Episode #3 Posted

REAPING ASMODEIA Streaming New Track “Irreversible Evolution”; RA Confidential Documentary Episode #3 Posted

Minneapolis, MN-based technical death metallists, Reaping Asmodeia, are streaming the song “Irreversible Evolution” (listen below), featured on the band’s new album,  Impuritize, which will be released on February 24th via Prosthetic Records.

The new track, along with two previous singles ("Defenestration" and "Of Talons And Teeth"), can be instantly downloaded with any digital pre-order of Impuritize from Bandcamp, iTunes, Amazon or Google Play. CD pre-orders can also be purchased at this location.

The band are also excited to share the latest episode of their documentary series, RA Confidential, as they debut episode #3, Origins. Check out the story on how the band was formed in the below video. Previous episodes are also available.

Mixed and mastered by Zach Ohren (Fallujah, First Fragment), Impuritize combines sheer brutality with meticulous technicality to craft one of the finest extreme death metal albums of the year.

The album's artwork was created by Eddie Danger of Unlimited Visual (Born Of Osiris) and can be viewed below.

Tracklisting:

“The Clemency Guise”
“Defenestration”
“Of Talons And Teeth”
“Hidebound”
“Carnal Declivity”
“Irreversible Evolution”
“Virulent Exposure”
“Collage Of Toxins”
“Ritual Of Ignorance”

“Irreversible Evolution”:

Impuritize by Reaping Asmodeia

“Defenestration” lyric video:

“Of Talons And Teeth” video:

Teaser:

R.A. Confidential Part 1:

R.A. Confidential Part 2:

R.A. Confidential Part 3:

Coinciding with the new album release on February 24th, the band will play a hometown record release show at Beaners in Duluth, Minn. before venturing across the US on a headlining jaunt throughout March. Full dates can be found in the below admat:

Reaping Asmodeia linup:

Steven Lane -Vocals
Alex Kelly - Guitar
Daniel Koppy - Drums
Roman Pinter - Bass
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||| 19 фев 2017

DORO Bassist NICK DOUGLAS To Release Regenerations Solo Album In March

DORO Bassist NICK DOUGLAS To Release Regenerations Solo Album In March

On March 10th, American musician Nick Douglas will release his second solo album, entitled Regenerations, in North America via Metalville Records.

Most noted for his work with the Doro Pesch for the past 25 years, Douglas has recorded several albums with Doro and has backed her on stages across the globe. Throughout the years, Douglas has also lent his talents to tours and recorded works with Blaze Bayley and Chris Caffery.

Regenerations was recorded and produced mostly at Douglas’ own studio and he performed nearly all instrumentation himself. The result is a contemporary rock album featuring eleven catchy tracks with real hit potential.

Douglas says, “The songs on Regenerations were written over the course of about 15 years. I've learned and changed so much through this time and the lyrics reflect that. That's how the name of the album came about. Letting go of old ways and growing into something new.”

Tracklisting:

“Come Alive”
“All On Me”
“Before You Break” (feat. Sharlotte Gibson)
“I Need Real”
“Didn't We Try”
“My Lucky Day”
“Uncomfortable”
“The Soul You Keep”
“Blackwood”
“You Break”
“Blue” (feat. Rebecca Gowarty)

Nick Douglas is an American musician, best known for being the bass player in the band of Doro Pesch for more than 25 years. At the age of 19, he became a member of the heavy metal band Deadly Blessing from Turnersville, New Jersey, with which he wrote and recorded songs for their first album, titled Ascend from the Cauldron, on New Renaissance Records in 1988.

In late 1989, he decided to leave the band and moved to New York City. In the summer of 1990, Douglas auditioned for the German hard rock singer Doro Pesch and was chosen among many candidates. Douglas has been the bassist of Doro's band since then and recorded several albums with her, touring often in Europe as well as rest of the world.

Nick Douglas has also worked with Blaze Bayley's band Blaze for the tours of 2004 and 2005. In 2005, he also played bass for Chris Caffery on his Faces tour and at the end of the same year he participated in a reunion of Deadly Blessing for some live performances and the release of an album containing rare and previously unreleased material.

In 2007, Douglas played bass on one track on Chris Caffery’s third solo album Pins And Needles, afterwards going on tour with both Caffery and Doro. He also started making plans to release a new solo CD, to which he devoted time to in the breaks between touring.

Regenerations was recorded and produced mostly at Nick’s own studio. Nick also played nearly all instruments by himself. The result is a contemporary rock album featuring 11 catchy tracks with real hit potential. The songs were written over a 15 year period. And now Nick thought it was the right time to record them all for a solo album.
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FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY Debut New Song “Iron Moon”; Audio Streaming

FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY Debut New Song “Iron Moon”; Audio Streaming

New Jersey metal act, Fit For An Autopsy, have debuted the new track, “Iron Moon”, featured on their upcoming new album, The Great Collapse. The song is available for streaming below.

“The Great Collapse is a reflection on the current chaotic state of mankind’s relationship with the world, and it’s effect both outward and inward,” says founding guitarist/producer Will Putney. “It’s a dark and unsettling record that encapsulates a variety of approaches to aggressive music, and a definite expansion of our capabilities as a band.”

The Great Collapse will be the the band's fourth full length record, continuing the momentum gained from a solid 200+ days of worldwide touring backing the buzz-worthy release of Absolute Hope Absolute Hell in late 2015, as well The Depression Sessions, a split release with The Acacia Strain and Thy Art Is Murder in 2016. “It’s going to be the strongest record in our catalog. The overall mood and atmosphere of this album feels fully realized and emotionally stirring.”

The Great Collapse is set to release on March 17th via Entertainment One (eOne) / Good Fight Music in North America, Long Branch Records in Europe, and SPV overseas. Artist Adam Burke was tapped to create the visually stunning cover art seen below.

Tracklisting:

“Hydra”
“Heads Will Hang”
“Black Mammoth”
“Terraform”
“Iron Moon”
“When The Bulbs Burn Out”
“Too Late”
“Empty Still”
“Spiral”

“Iron Moon”:

“Heads Will Hang” video:

The crushing music of Fit For An Autopsy is for any fan of extreme metal, as it’s devoid of preachy politics or grandstanding soapboxing, but its sound and fury is absolutely unflinching in purpose. The band expertly blends excessive-force fueled death metal with atmospheric groove and impassioned personal diatribes, reflecting back the dark state of current events. Their fourth album, The Great Collapse, doesn’t waste time with fantasy bullshit or cliché gore horror. Fit For An Autopsy are metal guys, to be certain, but they grew up in the hardcore scene. They embrace the responsibility to put as much devoted purpose into their lyrics and message as they do into their dense, heady, songs, forging a magnificently powerful new post-deathcore.

“When I write a song, I’m trying to feel emotionally connected to it. I really don’t like saying things that don’t matter over music that I want to matter,” says Putney, guitarist, principal songwriter and cofounder. “We’ve always addressed serious topics going back to our first album. We aren’t a politically charged band up on a podium yelling at people – anybody can relate to the aggression, anger, frustration, and sadness often communicated in our music. But we absolutely raise important questions in the lyrics. Those themes are there to discover.”

Putney’s fellow guitarist/cofounder, Patrick Sheridan, strongly agrees. He emphasizes that while the music of Fit For An Autopsy may evolve it will always be aggressive and will always have purpose. “We think it's important to carry that torch. Somebody's got to say something about the shit that's going on. If you're not using your music, which is a great platform, for something meaningful that you care about on some level, then you're kind of wasting it.”

The six-men of the New Jersey based group - which includes vocalist Joe Badolato, bassist Peter Spinazola, third guitarist Tim Howley, and drummer Josean Orta - put maximum intentionality into everything they do. They are constantly challenging themselves as musicians, adding to the band’s overall creative arsenal, connecting with audiences around the world, and supporting one another in the band as individual people.

Fit For An Autopsy is set to take part in the Carry The Flame Tour featuring After The Burial, Emmure and Fit For A King, this spring. All dates can be found here.

(Photo - Bobby Bates)
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VAMPIRE Debut New Song “Ghoul Wind”; Static Video Streaming

VAMPIRE Debut New Song “Ghoul Wind”; Static Video Streaming

Swedish horror death metal outfit, Vampire, have released a static video for “Ghoul Wind”, a track from their upcoming second full length album, With Primeval Force.

With Primeval Force will be released on April 21st as limited deluxe CD Digipak (unfolding to cross shape) and deluxe LP (with Gatefold sleeve, 180 g vinyl and 12-page LP-booklet). The album cover is a monstrous piece of handcrafted art by renowned artist Nick Keller.

With the release of their self-titled debut album and the follow-up EP Cimmerian Shade, Vampire have made quite an impression on the scene of extreme metal with their unique mixture of harsh Teutonic thrash metal riffs, sombrous melodies and ghoulish vocals from the grave. Now Vampire will return with the worthy successor of previous deeds, With Primeval Force, offering nine tracks of furious and nightmarish death/thrash metal. Still remaining true to the path they have chosen, Vampire have further embedded a dimension of eeriness, a baleful aura that indwells every track like a black spell.

A rough mix version of the album track “Skull Prayer” has already been made available. Check it out below:

Vampire lineup:

Hand of Doom: Vocals
Black String: Guitars
Command: Electric Bass
Sepulchral Condor: Guitars
Abysmal Condor: Battery

(Photo - Anders Bergstedt)
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||| 18 фев 2017

CULT OF LUNA Release Video For “The Sweep” / “Light Chaser” From Upcoming Years In A Day Live Release

CULT OF LUNA Release Video For “The Sweep” / “Light Chaser” From Upcoming Years In A Day Live Release

Cult Of Luna has released a video featuring “The Sweep” and “Light Chaser” from their upcoming CD/DVD package of live recordings, entitled Years In A Day, and due for release on April 21st. Watch the new clip below.

The band states: “A few years ago we took the decision to keep touring to a minimum. The sole reason was to prevent us from burning out, to keep the flame and the passion burning. But the experiences on the road that we've shared for almost 20 years has been life changing for all of us. It has boned us together like brothers and we have been given the privilege to interact with incredible people all around the globe. So we thought it was time to release a special object related to the live aspect of Cult Of Luna and how we have progressed since the release of Fire Was Born eight years ago.”

Years In A Day will contain:

• A 2-hour DVD captured in Paris last year at La Gaîté Lyrique
• 2 live CD set from Roadburn Festival 2013 and 2016
• A 20-page booklet
• Download-code for HD video of the entire Paris show + audio files
• All combined in a stunning 10-inch vinyl sized trifold package
• Strictly limited to 7,000 copies only

Pre-orders at cultofluna.com.

Tracklisting:

DVD: Live at La Gaîté Lyrique, Paris
“The Sweep”
“Light Chaser”
“Owlwood”
“Echoes”
“I: The Weapon”
“Waiting For You”
“Marching To The Heartbeats”
“Finland”
“Back To Chapel Town”
“And With Her Came The Birds”
“Thirtyfour”
“Dim”
“Dark City Dead Man”

CD: Live At Roatburn 2013
“The One”
“I: The Weapon”
“Ghost Trail”
“Finland”
“Vicarious Redemption”
“Owlwood”
“In Awe Of”

CD: Somewhere Along The Highway Live At Roadburn 2016
“Marching To The Heartbeats”
“Finland”
“Back To Chapel Town”
“And With Her Came The Birds”
“Thirtyfour”
“Dim”
“Dark City Dead Man”

“The Sweep” / “Light Chaser”:

Trailer:
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THE CHARM THE FURY Release Second Video Trailer For The Sick, Dumb & Happy

THE CHARM THE FURY Release Second Video Trailer For The Sick, Dumb & Happy

Amsterdam based metal band, The Charm The Fury, will release their sophomore album, The Sick, Dumb & Happy, on March 17th via Nuclear Blast (worldwide) and Arising Empire (Europe). Today, vocalist Caroline Westendorp and drummer Mathijs Tieken discuss how the band have progressed since their 2012 EP. In addition, offering some insight on the moments leading up to their signing with Nuclear Blast Records. Watch two trailers below.

Pre-order your copy of The Sick, Dumb & Happy here. Pre-order your copy of the album on either iTunes or Amazon and receive a download for "Down On The Ropes" instantly.

The album was recorded at Wisseloord, ICP Belgium. The mixing was completed by Josh Wilbur (Megadeth, Lamb Of God) with additional mixing by Stefan Glaumann (Within Temptation, Paradise Lost). Ted Jensen (Machine Head, Death Angel) of Sterling Sound in New York City and  Brian 'Big Bass' Gardner (David Bowie, Gemini Syndrome) handled the mastering of The Sick, Dumb & Happy..

Tracklisting:

“Down On The Ropes”
“Echoes”
“Weaponized”
“No End In Sight”
“Blood And Salt”
“Corner Office Maniacs”
“The Future Need Us Not”
“Silent War”
“The Hell In Me”
“Songs Of Obscenity”
“Break And Dominate”

Trailer #1:

Trailer #2:

“Down On The Ropes” video:

“Down On The Ropes” vide behind the scenes:

Teaser trailer:

Lineup:

Caroline Westendorp - Vocals
Mathijs Tieken - Drums
Rolf Perdok - Guitars
Martijn Slegtenhorst - Guitars
Lucas Arnoldussen - Bass
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ROYAL THUNDER Streaming New Song “April Showers”

ROYAL THUNDER Streaming New Song “April Showers”

Royal Thunder's unique, genre-bending sound has been turning heads since guitarist Josh Weaver founded the band in Atlanta, GA. His songwriting, plus bassist Mlny Parsonz's soul-searing vocals, have led to worldwide critical acclaim. Now, Royal Thunder have confirmed that their forthcoming album will be titled Wick. Spinefarm Records will release the album worldwide on April 7th. The album track, “April Showers”, is available for streaming below.

"Wick is different, a bigger jump as far as our sound goes. But it's still us - it's just the sound of Royal Thunder's evolution," said Weaver.

"Out of all of the albums, Wick was the hardest one to make. It was a fight, but to hear it now, to see it finished, is so gratifying. Finally it's over, it's amazing to be done with it. I'm looking at it, going we're done, it's over, be free,” said Parsonz.

Wick will carry the band's ambition and imprint out into the world. Prepare to be moved.

Wick tracklisting:

“Burning Tree”
“April Showers”
“Tied”
“We Slipped”
“The Sinking Chair”
“Plans”
“Anchor”
“Wick”
“Push”
“Turnaround”
“The Well”
“We Never Fell Asleep”

“April Showers”:
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THE UNITY Featuring GAMMA RAY Members Reveal More Details For Upcoming Debut Album

THE UNITY Featuring GAMMA RAY Members Reveal More Details For Upcoming Debut Album

When haunting songs at the interface between hard rock and melodic metal meet with the excellent musical skills and extensive experience of all musicians involved, the result is bound to be brilliant. The Unity are a prime example of this, all musical parameters pointing to an outstanding act with a promising future.

After all, The Unity is the new group founded by Gamma Ray members Michael Ehré (drums) and Henjo Richter (guitar). Richter has been part of the Hamburg power metal outfit for some twenty years, while Ehré’s CV includes – prior to his joining the Gamma Ray fold in 2012 – renowned names such as Firewind, Uli Jon Roth and Unisonic, to name but a few. The Unity have spent almost 18 months working flat out on their first album, scheduled for release on Steamhammer/SPV on May 5th 2017. You don’t have to be a clairvoyant to predict a bright future for this band.

After all, in The Unity the two instrumentalists and composers Richter and Ehré have surrounded themselves with excellent colleagues who not only share their artistic vision but have already played live on stage with them in other constellations: many fans have been familiar with exceptional Italian vocalist Gianba Manenti, guitarist Stef E, bassist Jogi Sweers and keyboardist Sascha Onnen since the launch of Ehré’s group Love.Might.Kill, which has released two albums to date and played shows in a large number of European countries.

The Unity debut was produced by the musicians themselves, mostly at Ehré’s own B Castle Studio and mixed and mastered by Spain’s Miquel A. Riutort at the Psychosomatic Recording Studio. The impressive cover artwork, penned by Alexander Mertsch who has worked for the likes of Deep Purple, Gamma Ray, Status Quo and Europe, also deserves a mention.

Tracklisting:

“Rise And Fall”
“No More Lies”
“God Of Temptation”
“Firesign”
“Always Just You”
“Close To Crazy”
“The Wishing Well”
“Edens Fall”
“Redeemer”
“Super Distortion”
“Killer Instinct”
“Never Forget”

“Rise And Fall” lyric video:

The Unity will be released as CD digi (incl. poster), double gatefold LP, download and stream.

Tour dates:

May (with Sinner)
12 - Wetzikon, Switzerland - Hall Of Fame
13 - Memmingen, Germany - Kaminwerk
14 - Essen, Germany - Turock
16 - Nürnberg, Germany - Hirsch
17 - Aschaffenburg, Germany - Colos-Saal
18 - Mannheim, Germany - 7er Live Club
19 - Markneukirchen, Germany - Framus&Warwick Music Hall
20 - Hamburg, Germany - Knust

The Unity CD release show:

May
27 - Nordenham, Germany - Jahnhalle (plus special guests)
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HELIX Release Rare 1993 Live Video For “Good To The Last Drop”

HELIX Release Rare 1993 Live Video For “Good To The Last Drop”

Rare video footage of Canadian hard rock/heavy metal band Helix, performing “Good To The Last Drop” in 1993, is available for streaming below.

Says leader Brian Vollmer: “This video was shot at our show in Kitchener, Ontario in 1993 at a club called Stages. On guitars are Mark Chichkan (SL) and Greg Fraser (SR). Dary is on bass, Fritz on drums, I'm singing. The song is “Good To The Last Drop”, a tune I wrote with Mark Ribler in Brooklyn, New York around 1989. The song eventually ended up on the Back For Another Taste album and became a big hit for us in Canada. I believe Phil Kates did the video for this song.”
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THE AGE OF ELECTRIC Reveal Cover Art For The Pretty EP

THE AGE OF ELECTRIC Reveal Cover Art For The Pretty EP

"Our new EP, The Pretty EP is available today digitally on iTunes and equivalent sites in respective countries for purchase and is streaming on sites like Spotify, etc," says recently reunited Canadian rockers The Age Of Electric - fronted by Todd Kerns from Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators. "We've come a long way since The Ugly EP, as a band and as people which is what prompted the title. Full circle if you will."

"We have also decided to make a CD version of the EP, which is available for pre-order now at this location and will ship the first week of March, if not sooner. It will also be available at all upcoming shows along with the LP reissue of Make A Pest A Pet. The upcoming tour is our only booked shows presently, and while we are working on trying to add more, we strongly encourage you to purchase tickets to any of the announced shows sooner than later. Thank you so much for your support and interest over the years!"

The cover art for The Pretty EP has just been unveiled:

Catch The Age Of Electric live in concert:

March
24 – Vancouver, BC - Commodore
31 – Edmonton, AB - Union Hall

April
1 – Calgary, AB - Marquee
4 – Regina, SK - The Exchange
5 - Saskatoon, SK - O'Brians Event Centre
6 – Winnipeg, MB - Canad Inns
7 – Thunder Bay, ON - Crock’s
10 – St. Catharines, ON - Warehouse 
12 – Waterloo, ON - Maxwell’s Music House
13 – Toronto, ON - Mod Club
14 – London, ON - London Music Hall
15 – Oshawa, ON - Oshawa Music Hall

Below is a lyric video for the song "Keys", which appears on The Pretty EP - the first new release from The Age Of Electric in 20 years.
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MORBID ANGEL - Full Dynamic Range Vinyl Repress Of Altars Of Madness Album Available; Video Trailer Streaming

MORBID ANGEL - Full Dynamic Range Vinyl Repress Of Altars Of Madness Album Available; Video Trailer Streaming

Earache Records has issued a Full Dynamic Range (FDR) vinyl repress of Morbid Angel’s classic album, Altars Of Madness.

Says the label: “Arguably the greatest death metal album of all time, Altars Of Madness by Floridan legends Morbid Angel will be available on vinyl once again, this time having been given the FDR treatment that improved other classic metal albums from the likes of Carcass, Napalm Death, Bolt Thrower and Entombed amongst others.

“For those of you still unaware, our Full Dynamic Range releases were made in response to the so-called "loudness wars", with the dynamic range of music being restricted more and more in an effort to make it sound louder. These releases, on the other hand, deliver music at its optimum sound level dynamically, leaving the listener to decide on the playback level. In essence, you head the tracks as they were made and intended to sound, with no loss of quality.”

Available on:

* Darkside Black (March 31st)
* Immortal White (Shipping Now)
* Blasphemy Yellow (Shipping Now)

Order at this location.

Tracklisting:

Side A:
“Immortal Rites”
“Suffocation”
“Visions From The Dark Side”
“Maze Of Torment”

Side B:
“Chapel Of Ghouls”
“Bleed For The Devil”
“Damnation”
“Blasphemy”
“Evil Spells”

Trailer:
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CORRODED Streaming New Single “Fall Of A Nation”

CORRODED Streaming New Single “Fall Of A Nation”

In late 2016, Ånge, Sweden-based aggressive rock act, Corroded, signed with Despotz Records for the release of their new album, Defcon Zero, which will see the light of day in April of this year, preceded by the single, "Fall Of A Nation”, out today. You can now stream the new single below.

The band says, "Friends and foes, ladies and germs, the wait is finally over. Our latest single “Fall Of A Nation”, from the upcoming album Defcon Zero, will strike down upon you like a sledgehammer. When you have listened to its might and fall down to the floor in awe, the only thing that we can say to you is in the words of Shakespeare, “Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more.”

In addition, Despotz will digitally release the band's back catalogue (previously only available via Ninetone / Universal), Eleven Shades Of Black (2009), Exit To Transfer (2010), and State Of Disgrace (2012). The three albums will also be made available on vinyl later in the year.

Their debut album, Eleven Shades Of Black. marks the first strike: the single “Time And Again“ was chosen as the title and theme song for the Swedish version of the reality show Survivor (called Expedition Robinson in Sweden) and put the band on the map overnight. Consequently the album cracked the Swedish Top 3 by entering at #2 on the charts.

Exit To Transfer, their sophomore effort, peaked at #6 on the charts, supported by a sold out Scandinavian tour with US melodic metal monsters Avenged Sevenfold in the fall of 2010 alongside two showcases at the established Berlin, Germany music fair Popkomm. At this point, Corroded had finally made an impact beyond Swedish borders. But even more important was their contribution to the renowned computer game Battlefield, with “Age Of Rage“ being picked up as the game’s theme song.

A lineup change didn't stop the band's third release, State Of Disgrace, from slamming into the Swedish charts once again at #2.
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METALLICA Named

METALLICA Named 'Best International Band' At NME AWARDS

METALLICA was named "Best International Band" at the 2017 NME Awards, held Wednesday night (February 15) at the O2 Academy in Brixton, south London, England.

The group was up against the likes of TAME IMPALA, GREEN DAY, KINGS OF LEON, A TRIBE CALLED QUEST and TEGAN AND SARA in the category.

The band couldn't make it to the ceremony due to other commitments, but sent a short video of them accepting the award in Copenhagen.

The annual awards are voted on by readers of the NME music news title.

The North American leg of METALLICA's "WorldWired" 2017 tour kicks off on May 10 in Baltimore, Maryland and will hit stadiums in 25 cities before winding down in mid-August. Support on the quartet's first North American trek since 2009 will come mainly from AVENGED SEVENFOLD and VOLBEAT, with GOJIRA taking over for the latter group for the last six shows.

General ticket sales start today (Friday, February 17) at 10:00 a.m. local time.

Each ticket purchased will come with a copy of METALLICA's new album, "Hardwired… To Self-Destruct", available as a physical CD or a digital download. Various VIP packages are up for sale as well.

METALLICA has also announced the formation of its All Within My Hands Foundation, which will raise funds through ticket sales to support national, local and Bay Area charities selected by the band members, while continuing to donate to music education programs and local food banks.
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KOBRA AND THE LOTUS To Release

KOBRA AND THE LOTUS To Release 'Prevail I' Album In May; 'Gotham' Song Streaming

Canadian hard rockers KOBRA AND THE LOTUS will release their new album, "Prevail I", on May 12 via Napalm Records. The disc was produced by Jacob Hansen (VOLBEAT, AMARANTHE, EPICA) and mastered by Grammy Award-winning engineer Ted Jensen.

The first single from the disc, a track called "Gotham", can be streamed below.

Frontwoman Kobra Paige states about the story of "Prevail I", the band's most ambitious effort to date: "When we are born, we are innocent, pure, and unshaped. This mandala signifies a human at the beginning of its journey. Unscathed and beautiful, the mandala is each and every one of us. As this album unfolds, you will notice it's more than just music. 'Prevail I' is a story of visceral truth and I believe, if we're really being honest with ourselves, everyone will find their story within it. After all, the battles may differ, but we all started as the same mandala and we are more relatable than we'd like to admit. Our only wish is that you may enjoy the freaking crap out of this album and find comfort in realizing you’re not alone."

"Prevail I" track listing:

01. Gotham02. TriggerPulse03. You Don’t Know04. Specimen X (Mortal Chamber)05. Light Me Up06. Manifest Destiny07. Victim08. Check The Phyrg09. Hell On Earth10. Prevail

Evolution is inevitable and KOBRA AND THE LOTUS has delivered its most powerful album to date, "Prevail I", with "Prevail II" to complete the story in the not-too-distant future.

Led by Kobra Paige, KOBRA AND THE LOTUS has been making a name for itself worldwide since 2010 with extensive touring and three well-received albums.

KOBRA AND THE LOTUS is loaded with exquisite precision, heavy emotion, vocal brilliance and grand-scale dynamics, highlighting the glories of classic heavy metal and rock. Known for their exceptionally strong live shows, they proudly carry the flag for all metal/hard rock fans.

KOBRA AND THE LOTUS is:

Kobra Paige (vocals)Jasio Kulakowski (guitars)Brad Kennedy (bass)Marcus Lee (drums)
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Former SISTER SIN Singer LIV SIN Releases

Former SISTER SIN Singer LIV SIN Releases 'Killing Ourselves To Live' Song Featuring DESTRUCTION Frontman

The song "Killing Ourselves To Live" from former SISTER SIN vocalist Liv "Sin" Jagrell, can be streamed below. The track, which features a guest appearance by DESTRUCTION frontman Schmier, was produced by longtime U.D.O. bassist Fitty Wienhold and will be featured on Liv's debut solo album, "Follow Me", which will be released on April 28 via the Swedish label Despotz Records. The effort was co-produced by longtime ACCEPT and U.D.O. member Stefan Kaufmann.

From the gutters of south Sweden, Jagrell emerged as a major force as the vocalist for hard rockers SISTER SIN. Throughout their 13-year career, SISTER SIN sold thousands of albums and toured the world with high-profile tours supporting the likes of SLAYER and KING DIAMOND on the Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival, as well as being a part of the Revolver magazine "Hottest Chicks In Metal" tour. SISTER SIN toured relentlessly for over a decade across Europe and North America garnering an intensely loyal following of rockers that craved the band's aggressive and melodic brand of hard rock.

When SISTER SIN called it quits at the end of 2015, Liv knew that she had much more to give to her fans. From this, LIV SIN was born. Liv's new music shows the power, sexiness, and attitude that she is known for.

Liv said: "For me, it has never been an option to stop singing. I live for the stage and for my fans. I still miss SISTER SIN, but I am very excited to work on my own project, and I can promise it will not be some soft pop rock. This is going to be metal deluxe, because that's who I am!"

LIV SIN offers a modernized hard rock sound to take Liv into her next phase, a sound that is destined to please both new fans and her longtime fans of SISTER SIN.

"Follow Me" track listing:

01. The Fall02. Hypocrite03. Let Me Out04. Black Souls05. Godless Utopia06. Endless Roads07. Killing Ourself To Live08. I'm Your Sin09. Emperor Of Chaos10. Immortal Sin11. The Beast Inside

Liv recently told East Texas Music Scene about the end of SISTER SIN: "There are no hard feelings, but the parting wasn't exactly mutual. Neither me nor Dave [Sundberg, drums] wanted to end the band. We totally understand that not everyone felt that way and you can't force people to play with you. So it was probably for the best before something got infected 'cause of people touring even if they were too burnt out from it."
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ICE-T

ICE-T's BODY COUNT Releases 'No Lives Matter' Video

"No Lives Matter", the new video from BODY COUNT, the metal band fronted by hip-hop legend, actor and director Ice-T, can be seen below. The song is taken from the band's new album, "Bloodlust", which will be released on March 31 via Century Media.

"Bloodlust" was recorded with producer Will Putney (MISS MAY I, UPON A BURNING BODY), who also helmed 2014's "Manslaughter".

The new CD will feature guest appearances by Max Cavalera (SOULFLY, SEPULTURA), MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine and LAMB OF GOD frontman Randy Blythe. The effort will also contain BODY COUNT's medley of the SLAYER songs "Postmortem" and "Raining Blood".

"Bloodlust" track listing:

01. Civil War (feat. Dave Mustaine)02. The Ski Mask Way03. This Is Why We Ride04. All Love Is Lost (feat. Max Cavalera)05. Raining Blood / Postmortem (SLAYER medley)06. God, Please Believe Me07. Walk With Me… (feat. Randy Blythe)08. Here I Go Again09. No Lives Matter10. Bloodlust11. Black Hoodie

Ice-T recently told Revolver magazine about "Bloodlust": "Making records is a very interesting process. You work really hard on something and finish it and then you'll be, like, 'Yo, that sounds like somebody else's record.' Or, 'Hey, didn't we just make that record three days ago?'

"One time we did two songs in a row and afterwards I looked at them and said, 'That's the same riff in each song.' So we had to pick one. But in the end, we came up with some very aggressive and cool music."

He added: "I like to start with hot metal tracks that you can listen to without a word on them and go, 'Wow, that was just like fire!’ The music tells me what the song is about, and that's when the words start coming to me. Then it's up to me not to fuck it up."

As for the choice of album title, Ice-T said: "Bloodlust is part of the human makeup. Murder is about as normal as love. It's in our nature to want to get violent and kill, but we know there are consequences. That's why we like violent movies, video games and combat sports. It's in our DNA. It's what we are."

"Manslaughter" sold around 3,600 copies in the United States in its first week of release to land at position No. 102 on The Billboard 200 chart. The record arrived in stores on June 10, 2014 via Sumerian.

BODY COUNT's current lineup includes guitarist Juan Garcia (a.k.a. Juan Of The Dead; AGENT STEEL, EVILDEAD), who made his live debut with the group in November 2013 at the Fun Fun Fun Fest in Austin, Texas.

Ice-T previously collaborated with SLAYER on a medley of three THE EXPLOITED songs for the 1993 "Judgment Night" soundtrack.
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Video Premiere: NIGHTRAGE

Video Premiere: NIGHTRAGE's 'The Venomous'

The official video for "The Venomous", a brand new song from Greek/Swedish melodic death metallers NIGHTRAGE, can be seen below. The track is the title cut of the band's seventh album, which will be released on March 31 via Despotz Records. The disc was recorded at Zero Gravity Studios in Athens with producer Terry Nikas.

Says the band: "The NIGHTRAGE sound is evolving and we are ready to take it to new exciting and creative heights. We cannot wait to unleash this out into the world!"

According to a press release, "The Venomous" "is a relentless tale of extinction, told with as much venomous aggression as there are intriguing and mesmerizing melodies. Memorable hooks and some of the catchiest choruses that metal has seen in decades does nothing to compromise the brutality and honesty that NIGHTRAGE is known for. The music is catchy and extreme. Lyrically, the album deals with the failure of mankind and how we as human beings are racing towards our own extinction."

NIGHTRAGE recently announced the addition of Magnus Söderman on guitar and Lawrence Dinamarca on drums.

NIGHTRAGE's sixth studio album, "The Puritan", was released in April 2015 via Despotz Records. The CD marked vocalist Ronnie Nyman's recorded debut with NIGHTRAGE after he performed with the band on its Japanese and Russian tours.

NIGHTRAGE was founded in 2000 in Greece by Marios Iliopoulos and his close friend, Gus G., who departed after the band's second album, "Descent Into Chaos". During the band's 16-year career, NIGHTRAGE has released six studio albums and toured across Europe, the U.S., Canada and Asia while employing various musicians from AT THE GATES, EVERGREY, DARK TRANQUILLITY, AMARANTHE and FIREWIND.

NIGHTRAGE is: Marios Iliopoulos - GuitarRonnie Nyman - VocalsAnders Hammer - BassMagnus Söderman - GuitarLawrence Dinamarca - Drums

Photo credit: Soile Siirtola
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FIRESPAWN Feat. ENTOMBED, UNLEASHED, NECROPHOBIC Members: Listen To New Song

FIRESPAWN Feat. ENTOMBED, UNLEASHED, NECROPHOBIC Members: Listen To New Song 'Blood Eagle'

"Blood Eagle", a brand new song from FIRESPAWN (formerly FIREBORN) — the Swedish death metal project featuring Lars Göran Petrov (vocals; ENTOMBED) and Victor Brandt (guitar; ENTOMBED), Alex Friberg (bass; NECROPHOBIC), Fredrik Folkare (guitar; UNLEASHED, NECROPHOBIC) and Matte Modin (drums; DARK FUNERAL, DEFLESHED) — can be streamed below. The track is taken from FIRESPAWN's sophomore album, "The Reprobate", which will be released on April 28 via Century Media. The follow-up to 2015's "Shadow Realms" is described in a press release as "a merciless piece of evil, ferocious and blasphemous death metal."

The cover artwork for "The Reprobate" is an excerpt of a huge painted piece by Paolo Girardi, who was responsible for the artwork of FIRESPAWN's debut album as well as records by BLACK BREATH, POWER TRIP, CHTHE'ILIST, MANILLA ROAD and many more. Hailing from Stockholm, FIRESPAWN is the unholy union of five death metal veterans with the aim to create blasphemous, sacrilegious and evil death metal, played by sharp minds with ancient souls. FIRESPAWN is:

Lars Göran Petrov (ENTOMBED) - VocalsVictor Brandt (ENTOMBED) - GuitarAlex Friberg (NECROPHOBIC) - BassFredrik Folkare (UNLEASHED, NECROPHOBIC) - GuitarMatte Modin (DARK FUNERAL, DEFLESHED) – Drums
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DEMON HUNTER Releases

DEMON HUNTER Releases 'Died In My Sleep' Video

The official video for the song "Died In My Sleep" from DEMON HUNTER can be seen below. The track is taken from the band's new album, "Outlive", which will be released on March 31 through a partnership with Solid State Records. The disc, which is the band's eighth overall and the follow-up to 2014's "Extremist", is now available for pre-order here.

"The video treatment for 'Died In My Sleep' was more about an overall vibe than a specific story," singer Ryan Clark told Loudwire. "The goal was to strip the concept back to strictly performance, but still deliver something visually interesting. Instead of opting for the typical desaturated tones that have become synonymous with metal videos, we pulled inspiration from the vibrant colors found in many of our favorite videos and photographs from the '90s — namely NIRVANA's video for 'Heart-Shaped Box' and the album cover for ALICE IN CHAINS' 'Facelift'."

Clark continued: "With 'sleep' being a running theme, we wanted to create a world that seemed unordinary — almost like a computer glitch-laden subconscious. We worked with Belief Agency to built a forest set on an indoor sound stage, and used projectors to cast colors and textures against the background and on the band members. It was a lot of fun to set up and just experiment with these layers."

DEMON HUNTER has shared the track listing and the final two covers for "Outlive". The covers revealed here are exclusive to both retail and to this pre-order. The first cover is for the digital and CD versions. The second cover is for the double vinyl.

The band will also release a beautifully packaged "Outlive" box set that will certainly appeal to DEMON HUNTER's legion of diehard fans. The box set includes two bonus tracks, a behind-the-scenes DVD, photo cards, booklet, poster, bandana, a ring, and more. It is housed in a drawer-style box with metallic gold detail and is a true collector piece.

Previously, the band debuted the new song and lyric video for "Cold Winter Sun".

DEMON HUNTER will make a rare live performance this summer, appearing at Chicago Open Air, which takes place July 14-16 at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, Illinois. The band is scheduled to perform on Sunday, July 16.

"Outlive" track listing:

01. Trying Times02. Jesus Wept03. Cold Winter Sun04. Died In My Sleep05. Half As Dead06. Cold Blood07. One Step Behind08. Raining Down09. The End10. One Less11. Patience12. Slight The Odds

"Extremist", the band's most recent album, enjoyed a Top 20 debut on The Billboard 200 in 2014. "The Last One Alive", "Artificial Light" and "I Will Fail You" received an amount of airplay unprecedented in the band's storied career, a legacy that has seen the group sell over 600,000 albums in North America. Like the album before it, "Outlive" was produced and engineered by DEMON HUNTER guitarist Jeremiah Scott (LIVING SACRIFICE, THE SHOWDOWN) with additional production by the group's longtime collaborator Aaron Sprinkle (ANBERLIN, NEW FOUND GLORY). "Outlive" was mixed by Chris "Zeuss" Harris (ROB ZOMBIE, HATEBREED, QUEENSRŸCHE). "'Cold Winter Sun' is a perfect example of where we're at today, maintaining an element of classic DEMON HUNTER, but not so much as to be resting on our laurels," frontman Ryan Clark explains. "It's always been my desire to pull a healthy amount of inspiration from our past, but to also incorporate enough forward progression to keep things interesting." DEMON HUNTER formed in Seattle in 2001. The lineup features Clark alongside cofounder Jonathan Dunn (bass), drummer Tim "Yogi" Watts (drums, since 2004), lead guitarist Patrick Judge (since 2008) and guitarist Scott (since 2011). Clark remains the primary songwriter, with increasing contributions from Judge. "Patrick's contributions to 'Outlive' unveil an exciting new path for the future of the band," promises the frontman. "He wrote the music for 'Cold Winter Sun' and it's absolutely one of my favorites from the record." DEMON HUNTER's dedicated supporters wear the group's symbol and lyrics on their shirts, vests, backpacks, and in many cases, on their skin. Based in both Seattle and Nashville, the group embraces brazenly transcendent melodies, without apology, while maintaining a defiant heaviness reminiscent of the most timeless of metal. A regular attraction at festivals, in theaters, and clubs, DEMON HUNTER has visited Europe, Australia, and South America, while touring North America several times. They were a headlining act on "Scream The Prayer", co-headlined with the band RED, played as direct support to IN FLAMES and introduced their fans to bands like AUGUST BURNS RED and HASTE THE DAY, who they took on tour with them early in their career. Put simply, DEMON HUNTER is an American metal institution.
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OCEANO Signs With SUMERIAN RECORDS

OCEANO Signs With SUMERIAN RECORDS

Sumerian Records has announced the signing of Chicago, Illinois deathcore titans OCEANO. The band is currently recording the follow-up to 2015's "Ascendants" at The Nook Recording Studio in New Lenox, Illinois. A late spring release is expected.

Vocalist Adam Warren comments: "I and the rest of OCEANO are beyond honored to become a part of the Sumerian family. The journey of OCEANO through its awakening was seemingly meant to bring us to such an exciting opportunity to work with the best label to truly visualize and amplify our music and message."

Part of the first wave of American deathcore, OCEANO burst forth onto the scene with the release of 2009's "Depths", a pure and pummeling deathcore debut from the quintet. OCEANO established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the heavy metal scene by way of constant touring and the release of three more bone shattering full-length albums via their former label Earache Records. OCEANO fans can expect a devastating display of heaviness blended with vast atmospherics for the group’s upcoming, currently untitled record that sees the band continuing to take strides forward with their writing and involved lyrical message.

In other news, OCEANO will hit the road this spring to headline "The Revelation" tour that kicks off on April 5 in Valparaiso, Indiana and wraps up on May 20 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Joining OCEANO on "The Revelation" tour are SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL, AVERSIONS CROWN, SPITE and NO ZODIAC.
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Former SABATON Guitarist THOBBE ENGLUND To Release

Former SABATON Guitarist THOBBE ENGLUND To Release 'Sold My Soul' Solo Album

On March 10, Swedish multi-instrumentalist, singer and producer Thobbe Englund (ex-SABATON, WINTERLONG) will release his new solo album, titled "Sold My Soul", via Metalville Records.

Many albums, live DVDs and almost five hundred SABATON shows later all over the world, headlining the biggest festivals such as Wacken Open Air and Sweden Rock Festival, Thobbe is now going back to the roots of heavy metal with all-new material.

For the most part, the album was recorded in Englund's own studio — Big Cat in Falun, Sweden. Some additional recordings have been made in Hungary by Gabor Nagy (WISDOM) at the AXL Studio and in Borlänge in Nils Patrik Johansson's (ASTRAL DOORS, CIVIL WAR) studio. Mastering was done by Jonas Kjellgren (SCAR SYMMETRY, RAUBTIER).

Englund says: "This album was recorded without the in these days so commonly used 'studio cheating' methods. What you hear is what you get, and the album is loaded with one-takes. A brutally honest approach, and pure heavy metal."

"Sold My Soul" track listing:

01. Sold My Soul02. Annihilation03. I Am04. The Glow05. It Burns06. Steel & Thunder07. Trägen Vinner08. The Flame09. Break The Chains10. Wounded Knee11. Farewell12. The Ashes

As a teenager, Englund watched Yngwie Malmsteen shred his socks off in an instructional video, and from that moment, he knew what to do. Eight hours per day of burning passion and dedication well into his twenties led him to gain a hundred control of the instrument, a Stratocaster — and this is where the journey starts. In 2001, Englund got a record deal. The debut album with his band at the time, WINTERLONG, sold splendidly in Japan. He was hungry for something new and in 2008 joined the Swedish band RAUBTIER. As things evolved, he didn't feel bass, which he played in RAUBTIER, was expressive enough so in 2012 when SABATON called, it was a no-brainer to join in.

Englund chose to leave SABATON in 2016, stating: "I have in recent years become more aware of what would make me feel real happiness and content, and that is to expand my own creativeness in combination with a somewhat stiller life, where I will not tour all year round at the speed of light."
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Watch DIMMU BORGIR Perform

Watch DIMMU BORGIR Perform 'Mourning Palace' With Czech National Symphonic Orchestra At WACKEN OPEN AIR

Norwegian symphonic black metallers DIMMU BORGIR will release their highly anticipated double DVD, "Forces Of The Northern Night", on April 14 via Nuclear Blast. The set will contain two of the band's live performances: their legendary show in Oslo, presenting DIMMU BORGIR on stage with the Norwegian Radio Orchestra and a bombastic choir, as well as their entire performance at Wacken Open Air festival in 2012 in Wacken, Germany with almost a hundred musicians on stage. Both concerts present a spectacular sound scenario of raging black metal in front of an epic orchestral landscape plus the band's unique visuals.

DIMMU BORGIR's remarkable and atramentous stage show has long seemed like a natural evolution for fans, but much time, arrangements and commitment were necessary to put this gigantic production into reality and fill the stage with 90 minutes of mindblowing aural delight per night. The shows guide the fans through classics from the band's discography — from the majestic finisher "Mourning Palace" — which can be seen below (footage from the Wacken show) — to the stomping manifesto "Puritania" and the haunting "Gateways". "For us, this is the pinnacle of our career so far," says DIMMU BORGIR frontman Stian Thoresen (a.k.a. Shagrath). "As a band, we've always used a lot of symphonic elements in our music. But we haven't been able to use a real orchestra. We've had to use samples, synthesizers and so on, so this was a huge, awesome experience for us." In addition to the two concerts, "Forces Of The Northern Night" will include a bonus documentary feature.

DIMMU BORGIR's May 28, 2011 concert at the Oslo Spektrum in Norway, which is included on "Forces Of The Northern Night", featured a special setlist with 53 members of KORK (the Norwegian Radio Orchestra) and 30 members of the Schola Cantorum choir, who were musical guests on the band's ninth studio album, 2010's "Abrahadabra". The show was professionally filmed and was broadcast as part of a one-hour documentary in June 2011 on NRK (Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation), the Norwegian government-owned radio and television public broadcasting company and the largest media organization in Norway.

In an interview with Scuzz TV, DIMMU BORGIR guitarist Sven Atle Kopperud (a.k.a. Silenoz) stated about the experience of performing with an orchestra: "It was, of course, really special, especially since it was in Oslo, and a lot of people traveled in for the show from all over the world. And everything went great on stage for once. When you have a hundred people on stage, the percentage of something going wrong is definitely there, but it was really, really good."

He added: "You think your band is professional, then you play with an orchestra, and then you know, 'Oh, we're not so professional after all.'"

DIMMU BORGIR last year extended its partnership with Nuclear Blast.

The band's tenth album is tentatively due before the end of 2017.

DIMMU BORGIR's most recent touring lineup included Geir Bratland (APOPTYGMA BERZERK, THE KOVENANT) on keyboards and Terje Andersen (a.k.a. Cyrus; SUSPERIA) on bass.
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LINKIN PARK Performs New Single

LINKIN PARK Performs New Single 'Heavy' On Facebook Live (Video)

Continuing the tradition of reinvention and innovation, Grammy Award-winning rock outliers LINKIN PARK enjoyed another career first today by announcing the May 19 release date of their seventh studio album, "One More Light", and debuting their new single, "Heavy", on Facebook Live.

As the biggest band on Facebook — with over 62 million followers — the Los Angeles band delivered a stripped-down live performance and question-and-answer session via the platform. LINKIN PARK invited fans everywhere into the heart of their Hollywood rehearsal space as they performed the signature smash "Crawling" followed by the first-ever performance of "Heavy" accompanied by Kiara Saulters, who is best known for recording stop-motion, hip-hop-inspired electro-R&B under the name Kiiara. The song sees the band team up with pop songwriter Emily Wright who has also worked on Miley Cyrus's "Party In the U.S.A.", Katy Perry's "California Gurls" and Flo Rida's "Good Feeling". Fittingly, the show concluded with one of the band's biggest hits, "Burn It Down".

"Heavy" is available to stream and download on all digital partners. A lyric video for the brand new single can be viewed below.

"One More Light" track listing:

01. Nobody Can Save Me02. Good Goodbye03. Talking to Myself04. Battle Symphony05. Invisible06. Heavy07. Sorry for Now08. Halfway Right09. One More Light10. Sharp Edges

LINKIN PARK recently released new video update from the studio in which members of the band discussed their approach to the upcoming album's lyrical themes. Singer Chester Bennington said: "There are songs that don't specifically talk about situations, they talk about a frame of thinking. Like, 'This is shit that's going on inside my head,' or, 'This is something that I'm dealing with.' To me, also, it tells a story, but it's also revealing as well in another way, and that feels honest to me."

Bennington added in the video update: "We're trying to connect with people. We're trying to make a record that has fucking stellar songs that people wanna listen to all the time."

Co-vocalist Mike Shinoda appeared on a YouTube question-and-answer session recently and told fans about the new album: "I can't tell you what it sounds like. I can tell you you're going to be surprised. You gotta expect the unexpected. Don't expect what you've heard before."

Photo credit: James Minchin



LINKIN PARK - HEAVY - FEB. 16, 2017
Tune in TODAY (February 16th) at 12pm Los Angeles time for a special Live performance.

Download / Stream our new single “HEAVY" FEAT. Kiiara, available everywhere now: http://lprk.co/OneMoreLight

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Guitarist KASPERI HEIKKINEN Quits U.D.O. And DIRKSCHNEIDER

Guitarist KASPERI HEIKKINEN Quits U.D.O. And DIRKSCHNEIDER

Finnish guitarist Kasperi Heikkinen has left U.D.O. and DIRKSCHNEIDER — the two bands fronted by former ACCEPT singer Udo Dirkschneider — for personal reasons.

Says U.D.O. in a statement: "There is no bad blood or drama in this departure. The band and especially Udo wanna thank Kasperi for his great support and many fantastic shows on this planet. All the best, Kasperi!"

Heikkinen adds: "I want to thank everyone, especially the fans, for these great four years I was in the band. I also wish all the best for the band with their future endeavors. From now on, I will focus on my other music projects and some different outlets of creativity. You will surely hear from me again when the time is right. Stay metal and tsönk all the way!"

Heikkinen just completed a massive North American tour with DIRKSCHNEIDER.

The 36-year-old Kasperi was the founding member and the songwriter of the Finnish heavy metal band MERGING FLARE. The group's debut album, "Reverence", was released in 2011 and was highly praised among the critics. His past activities include four studio albums and international touring with symphonic metal band AMBERIAN DAWN, two studio albums with the progressive death metal outfit ELENIUM, one studio album with traditional hard rock/heavy metal combo CONQUEST, and various smaller releases such as EPs and singles. Besides that, Kasperi has worked with various tribute bands, including GUARDIANS OF MANKIND (GAMMA RAY), VICARS OF HELL (JUDAS PRIEST) and MACDETH (MEGADETH). He has also toured Europe and Russia with German power metallers GAMMA RAY.
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HE IS LEGEND Share New Song "Sand"

HE IS LEGEND Share New Song "Sand"

He Is Legend have premiered the new song "Sand" from their upcoming Spinefarm Records debut few, out April 28th.

Additionally, singer Schuylar Croom spoke about the song, saying, "This is a track that gets pretty personal for me, lyrically. But all in all, it's a banger that gets in and gets out. I think it has a little taste of everything that He Is Legend does best."

few is the band's label debut and takes its title from Madame Helena Blavatsky's occult treasure The Voice Of The Silence.

The North Carolina band has also revealed the tracklisting and album cover for few. Those are posted below. few will be available for pre-order as of Friday, February 17th.

"Air Raid"
"Sand"
"Beaufort"
"Silent Gold"
"Alley Cat"
"Jordan"
"Gold Dust"
"Call Ins"
"Eastern Locust"
"Fritz The Dog"
"The Vampyre"
"The Garden"

For further details, visit He Is Legend on Facebook.

 
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CINDERELLA - Rare Bootleg Live Video From 1985 And 1986 Shows Surface On YouTube

CINDERELLA - Rare Bootleg Live Video From 1985 And 1986 Shows Surface On YouTube

YouTube user AmericanJackassI has returned with rare bootleg video of Cinderella performing in Philadelphia, PA (1985) and Montreal, QC (1986). The Philly show takes place at the Empire Rock Room, where the band was discovered by Jon Bon Jovi. The Montreal show is from the band's support set on the Slippery When Wet tour with Bon Jovi.

Philadelphia, PA (1985)

 

Setlist:

-unknown- 
"Once Around the Ride" 
"Nothing For Nothing" 
"Push, Push" 
"Keep Me In Your Heart" 
"In From the Outside" 
"Talk Is Cheap" 
"King of the Road"
"Flames in the Fire" 
"Nobody's Fool" 
"Shake Me" 
"Night Songs"
"Free Wheeling" 
"Born To Rock & Roll" 
"Save Me"

Montreal, Quebec (1986)

 

Setlist:

"Once Around the Ride" 
"Nothing For Nothing" 
"In From the Outside" 
"Save Me" 
"Night Songs" 
"Push, Push" 
"Blues Thing" 
"Nobody's Fool" 
"Shake Me"
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Norway’s COMMUNIC Ink Deal With AFM Records; Announcement Video Streaming

Norway’s COMMUNIC Ink Deal With AFM Records; Announcement Video Streaming

AFM Records has announced its latest roster addition: Norwegian prog metal giants Communic have signed a worldwide deal with the Hamburg-based label.

The band is currently working on the follow-up to 2011's The Bottom Deep album. A release can be expected in late 2017. Check out the band's video message below:
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NUCLEAR OATH Stream New Song "Razor Blade Regrets"

NUCLEAR OATH Stream New Song "Razor Blade Regrets"

Nuclear Oath is a five-member groovy, heavy, sludgy, intense, and interactive metal wrecking crew from Medicine Hat, Alberta.

Influenced by such bands as: Pantera, Slipknot, Sylosis, Lamb Of God, and Avenged Sevenfold, Nuclear Oath will be releasing their new album Toxic Playground this summer; it will serve as the follow-up to their debut EP Ashes Of The Unborn. The forthcoming album will take listeners on a journey inspired by the band's personal experience and struggles combined with intense energy. They hope each individual who listens takes something different from the band. "We feel it is an aggressive album from start-to-finish, which generates different emotions as the album progresses.”

Check out "Razor Blade Regrets", the first cut from Toxic Playground, via the SoundCloud audio player below.

The band comments: "'Razor Blade Regrets' has a catchy groove that we know you will bang your head to throughout. With a catchy beat and a message based of internal struggle and turmoil, we know each listener will take something unique from the track." 

Visit Nuclear Oath's official BandCamp page to download "Razor Blade Regrets" as well as previous releases.

 
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PRIMITIVE RACE Add Former FAITH NO MORE Singer CHUCK MOSLEY, MELVINS Drummer DALE CROVER To Lineup; New Album Due This Fall

PRIMITIVE RACE Add Former FAITH NO MORE Singer CHUCK MOSLEY, MELVINS Drummer DALE CROVER To Lineup; New Album Due This Fall

Primitive Race return with a new release this fall, appropriately titled Volume 2. The outfit, helmed by producer/bass player Chris Kniker (RevCo, Lords Of Acid) enlist former Faith No More singer Chuck Mosley (pictured above) for vocals and Melvins’ drummer Dale Crover for the 10-song collection.

“When I listened to the music for Primitive Race, ideas just came pouring out,” said Mosley, “I couldn't say no to doing the record. When we completed the first few tracks, I found myself wishing I had written them, not just the lyrics… just good heavy riffs and grooves really sucked me in. The melodies and words came super easy with this music. Even though it’s a whole different vibe it brought out a side of me I haven’t experienced since writing with FNM."

The band, which had been a free-form collection of Kniker colleagues, including Prong’s Tommy Victor, Dave Ogilvie (Skinny Puppy), Graham Crabb (Pop Will Eat Itself) and others took on an industrial bent simply because of the talent involved. With Volume 2, Kniker approached the release with a more focused eye, bringing in Mosley and Crover who sing/drum (respectively) throughout the release, along with engineer Toshi Kasai (Melvins, Big Business) and mastering by Maor Appelbaum (Faith No More).

"During the recording of the first Primitive Race album there was a natural shift from the industrial sound of our collective histories towards something more fluid and punk,” explained Kniker. “It was something I really wanted to explore with Mark and Erie, knowing we wanted something raw, organic with big, loud live drums as we began working on Volume 2. Chuck and I met when he writing his VUA record. I ran into him last summer at a show and we started talking about making a record. He really got where I was going with the whole concept. I knew he could bring some of that to the record and still put his own stamp on it. I never in a million years thought Dale would do the record. He’s one of my favorite drummers! We run in a similar circle. The Warlock Pinchers were signed to Boner records back when the Melvins were there. Mark from the Pinchers reached out to Dale for me and I was talking to Toshi (Dale’s engineer and production partner). Toshi shared the demos with Dale and the next thing I know Toshi is asking for the multi-tracks. A few years ago the Melvins did a KMFDM remix for a record I was working on so it's cool to have that connection again. This record is completely different from the first one and I think it’s cool that we get a blank canvas to do whatever we want with Primitive Race. “

More information, including the album’s release date, will be announced in the coming months.

(Chuck Mosley photo: Andy Watson)
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