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5 авг 2011
URA-KIA Post Debut Album Video Teaser
 URA-KIA, the new band from HYDROGYN guitarists Jeff Westlake and Jeff Boggs, featuring Keith Ramsey on vocals, recently signed with Jamsync Music for their self-titled debut release. Ura-Kia is set for an August 9th release, and will be distributed by MVD globally, except France where it will be handled by Underclass.  | 0 |  |
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5 авг 2011
AC/DC: \'Monopoly: Collector\'s Edition\' Now Available
 Monopoly: AC/DC Collector's Edition celebrates the rock 'n' roll dream with some of the greatest rock music of the 20th century and beyond. This completely customized game features the band's most popular albums and locations including "Black Ice", "Stiff Upper Lip", AC/DC Lane and more, allowing fans to build their own AC/DC empire.
Includes six custom tokens: Cannon, Bundle of Dynamite, Bell on Fire, Lightning Bolt, Angus’s School Boy Hat, Stacks of Cash.
Ages 8+, 2-6 players.
Available now directly from the official AC/DC store where you can also find an exclusive "Monopoly: AC/DC Collector's Edition/Live At River Plate" bundle (DVD or Blu-ray) with commemorative t-shirt. Each order will also include a limited edition 2x3' poster, available exclusively to fans who order through ACDC.com. Poster supplies are limited, order now and reserve yours! | 0 | |
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5 авг 2011
CHIMAIRA: \'The Age Of Hell\' Teaser Available
 The official video teaser for "The Age Of Hell", the new album from Cleveland, Ohio metallers CHIMAIRA, can be seen below. The CD is due in the U.S. on August 16 via eOne Music; in Germany on August 26; and in the United Kingdom, Australia and the rest of Europe on August 29 through Long Branch Records.
"The Age of Hell" track listing:
01. The Age Of Hell
02. Clockwork
03. Losing My Mind
04. Time Is Running Out
05. Year Of The Snake
06. Beyond The Grave
07. Born In Blood (feat. Phil Bozeman)
08. Stoma
09. Powerless
10. Trigger Finger
11. Scapegoat
12. Samsara (feat. Emil Werstler)
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4 авг 2011
GOTTHARD To Release \'Homegrown - Alive In Lugano\' In September
 Swiss hard rockers GOTTHARD will release a live album entitled "Homegrown - Alive In Lugano" on September 30 via Nuclear Blast Records. On September 2, a previously unreleased track entitled "The Train", featuring the band's late singer Steve Lee on vocals, will be made available.
"Homegrown - Alive In Lugano" contains a live recording of GOTTHARD's July 17, 2010 concert in Lugano, which turned out to be one of the band's last performances with Lee.
Steve was killed on October 5, 2010 in what has been described as a freak road accident in Nevada. Due to Lee's sudden passing, the CD's release was postponed — until now.
"Lugano was where it all began and so the circle is closed of all that we've experienced with our friend Steve Lee," comments GOTTHARD bassist Marc Lynn.
"The memories of the past 20 years on stage with Steve are brought again to life intensively with this album. They reflect the memorable times that we were able to enjoy on the Mount Olympus of rock 'n' roll."
The concert in Lugano took place during a local HOG Rally, a big annual event organized by Harley-Davidson bikers. Being able to play for the Harley circle in the band's hometown was an unforgettable experience. All the GOTTHARD musicians are enthusiastic Harley-Davidson bikers themselves and perform at such events and take part in rallies at every opportunity they get. In addition, "Homegrown" was one of the very few concerts GOTTHARD got to play in its hometown.
"Steve was warmer and more cheerful than he had been in a long time," GOTTHARD guitarist Freddy Scherer said. "The chemistry between him and the audience couldn't have been more intense, despite the fact that there were more than 20,000 people standing on the piazza. It is a stroke of good luck that we recorded this memorable concert, for unfortunately it was one of the last ones with Steve."
"Music has allowed us to travel round the whole world together during the last 20 years," GOTTHARD guitarist Leo Leoni explains. "In doing so, we've shared lots of unforgettable moments that rank among the best times of our lives. Anyhow, returning to Lugano has always been something special. It's the place we belong to and where we have strong and deep roots."
"Homegrown - Alive In Lugano" marks the end of an era for GOTTHARD, which is currently searching for a new lead singer.
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4 авг 2011
TARJA TURUNEN Working On \'More Positive\' New Material
 Former NIGHTWISH singer Tarja Turunen is once again collaborating with Swedish songwriters/producers Erik Nyholm, Matthias Lindblom and Anders Wollbeck on material for her next solo album, tentatively due in 2012.
Nyholm previously collaborated with Turunen on the songs "Rivers Of Lust" and "Sing For Me" while Lindblom and Wollbeck worked on "I Walk Alone" and "In For A Kill".
Commented Turunen: "It's been a great summer so far. I have been able to be creative besides the shows that we are doing and that make me happy.
"Some days ago I met Erik in Finland and we wrote a couple of very nice songs together. . . Now when we sat down together, very different kind of songs were born unexpectedly and that was really cool.
"The songs I wrote so far are very different in spirit: about eagles, killers, dreams, love, journeys, colors, and darkness.
"I already sense that the new album will have a more positive vibe than the previous ones and it'll rock!"
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4 авг 2011
BLACKMORE\'S NIGHT Singer CANDICE NIGHT To Release Debut Solo Album
 Part fantasy, part weaver of magic, part willow the wisp: singer and song writer Candice Night releases her debut solo single, "Call It Love". The single is the first taste of Night's first solo adult contemporary album, "Reflections", set for release on September 27. "Call It Love" is now available for purchase on iTunes.
Commenting on "Call It Love", Night states, "So many people are so afraid of the word 'love.' It's all-consuming, life-changing and can leave you so open and vulnerable that saying 'I love you' for the first time can be a scary moment. We hide behind so many other words to describe the emotion: fate, a dream, luck that we met the right one... but once you give in and surrender to the truth of being in love, there is a comfort and a warmth of completion that doesn't come until you give yourself fully to that incredible feeling of being in love. And there is nothing else like it."
Night was born and raised on Long Island, New York, and is often dubbed "one of the most beautiful women in the world" by the international media. She is frequently identified as a mix of Karen Carpenter's voice and a young Stevie Nicks, for her flowing skirts, but her ethereal voice and lyrics are all her own. As a frontwoman for the band BLACKMORE'S NIGHT, she also plays seven medieval instruments on stage, lending to the excitement and mysticism of the music of her group.
Night sang background for DEEP PURPLE in 1993; and on RITCHIE BLACKMORE'S RAINBOW CD "Stranger In Us All", she co-wrote four songs. She received a gold record in Japan for her co-writing efforts and one of her songs, "Black Masquerade", was chosen as "Best Song Of The Year" in 1995. Her song "Ariel" won accolades in Europe and charted at #2, as well as being the official German soccer song, and "Black Masquerade" was #1 in Japan.
Night is the lead singer and writes all the lyrics for the songs for her current group BLACKMORE'S NIGHT. Their first album, "Shadow Of The Moon", earned Night a second gold record in 1997. Since then, she has been awarded gold records and other many international awards for her writing and performances in BLACKMORE'S NIGHT. In addition, Night has appeared on a PBS special. The most recent BLACKMORE'S NIGHT album, "Autumn Sky", entered the Billboard New Age chart at No. 1. Many celebrities have gathered to see Night perform live in concert, including Sarah Brightman, Cuba Gooding Jr. and many others.
Night is now releasing her first solo project, "Reflections", which is an adult contemporary album that showcases a different side to her extraordinary talent and voice. "Reflections" is emanated from Night's personal experiences as a woman, devoted mother and musician.
Allow yourself a chance to get lost in the passions, the mysteries, and the ever-changing kaleidoscope of Candice Night — reflected in her vocals, her lyrics and her music.
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4 авг 2011
XORIGIN - Video For New Song \'Can\'t Keep Running\' Available
 Hailing from Scandinavia, XORIGIN is the newest addition to Frontiers Records' ever expanding roster of artists, and will release their debut album, entitled State Of The Art, on August 23rd in North America and August 26th in Europe. Their official video clip for the new song 'Can't Keep Running' is available below:
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4 авг 2011
FEAR FACTORY Demoing New Material
 Guitarist Dino Cazares of Los Angeles cyber metallers FEAR FACTORY has begun demoing material for the band's next album, tentatively due in early 2012 via an as-yet-undetermined record label. Assisting Dino during the sessions earlier today (Wednesday, August 3) at L.A.'s Downtown Rehearsal studios was DEVOLVED drummer John Sankey.
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4 авг 2011
PRIMAL FEAR Bassist Issues Video Update
 A new three-minute video update from bassist Mat Sinner of German power metallers PRIMAL FEAR can be seen below. | 0 | |
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4 авг 2011
MASTODON: \'The Hunter\' Track Listing Revealed
 Atlanta progressive metallers MASTODON will release their new album, "The Hunter", on September 27. The follow-up to 2009's "Crack The Skye" will be MASTODON's third studio CD to be made available on Reprise Records in the U.S. and Canada and the band's first to be issued through Roadrunner Records outside of North America.
"The Hunter" track listing:
01. Black Tongue
02. Curl Of The Burl
03. Blasteroid
04. Stargasm
05. Octopus Has No Friends
06. All The Heavy Lifting
07. The Hunter
08. Dry Bone Valley
09. Thickening
10. Creature Lives
11. Spectrelight
12. Bedazzled Fingernails
13. The Sparrow
14. The Ruiner (limited-edition bonus track)
15. Deathbound (limited-edition bonus track)
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4 авг 2011
\'The World Needs\' DISTURBED, Says TRIVIUM Frontman
 TRIVIUM guitarist/vocalist Matt Heafy and GODSMACK drummer Shannon Larkin, whose respective bands are currently on the road with DISTURBED as part of the Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival tour, spoke to Artisan News about the speculation regarding DISTURBED's future, which DISTURBED singer David Draiman started last month when he hinted that the group's current tour could be its last for a while — if not for good.
When asked if he has heard grumblings about a DISTURBED split on the Mayhem tour, Heafy said, "As tours go, it's like high school, so anytime you hear anything, it spreads like wildfire and it always changes up a little bit. But I've said to the guys in the band myself, even last night, and I'll say it here… The world needs that band. We're big fans of them, we look up to them. I don't know what's going on, I don't know what the deal. I'm sure it's a lot of rumor-mill stuff and there's some stuff… No one really knows what's going on but them. They're one of the best bands in what they do. There's so many other bands that are gonna try to take that, and they're the kings at it — they can actually play and sing what they make. There's so many bands that can't do that, there's so many bands that can't perform what they say they can on their records. And DISTURBED are an amazing bunch of guys. They treated us better on [the recent] Australian [leg of the 'Music As A Weapon'] tour than any band's ever treated us. So [I] at least [hope] for them to stay around so they can keep bringing us out."
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4 авг 2011
SEAN YSEULT\'s STAR & DAGGER Completes Work On New Album
 STAR & DAGGER, the band featuring former WHITE ZOMBIE bassist Sean Yseult, has just finished mixing its new album, "Tomorrowland Blues", with Ethan Allen and Dave Catching at the helm. The CD will feature the original 2010 recordings from Hicksville Trailer Palace Studios and five new tracks that were laid down earlier this year at Rancho De La Luna in Joshua Tree, California.
STAR & DAGGER features Yseult, vocalist Von Hesseling, guitarist Donna She Wolf (CYCLE SLUTS FROM HELL), and drummer Dustin Crops. | 0 | |
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4 авг 2011
Former THRESHOLD Singer Andrew \'Mac\' McDermott Passes
 According to a posting on THRESHOLD's official Forum, former singer Andrew 'Mac' McDermott passed away in England yesterday (Wednesday, August 3rd). A condolences page has been set up at this location.
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4 авг 2011
IGGY & THE STOOGES: \'Raw Power Live: In The Hands Of The Fans\' DVD, Blu-Ray Due Next Month
 MVD Entertainment Group has set a September 27 release date for the IGGY & THE STOOGES "Raw Power Live: In The Hands Of The Fans" DVD and Blu-ray. The set is described as "the visual document of the reformed STOOGES' (Iggy Pop, Scott Asheton, James Williamson, Steve Mackay, Mike Watt) 'Raw Power' performance at the All Tomorrow's Parties Festival on Friday, September 3, 2010." | 0 | |
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4 авг 2011
AMORAL: Another New Song Available For Streaming
 "(Won't Go) Home", a brand new song from the Finnish metal/hard rock outfit AMORAL, can be streamed using the SoundCloud player below. The track comes off the band's new album, "Beneath", which is scheduled for release in October.
Whereas the CD's first single, "Same Difference", leaned towards hard rock, "(Won't Go) Home", with its riff-oriented structure and growling vocals, represents the heavier side of the new LP.
"'(Won't Go) Home' is a heavy and technical track through and through," singer Ari Koivunen said. "Masi's [Hukari, guitar] Indian-flavored solo is also one of my favorites. Vocal-wise, this song was the hardest to pull off, as my voice was pretty blown after two weeks of singing in the studio. I ended up recording the vocals by myself during the small hours, and I'm very happy with the results." | 0 | |
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4 авг 2011
SONATA ARCTICA To Release \'Live In Finland\' DVD In October
 Finnish melodic metallers SONATA ARCTICA will release a concert DVD, "Live In Finland", on October 28. The set will include the band's entire April 15, 2011 performance at Club Teatria in Oulu, Finland as well as a bonus disc containing four songs that were filmed at the band's own festival on August 8, 2009 in Kemi, Finland. Also featured on the DVD will be SONTA ARCTICA's promotional videos for the songs "Don't Say A Word", "Paid In Full" and "Flag In The Ground" as well as a photo gallery and behind-the-scenes footage from the making of the DVD. There will also be a bonus CD containing eight songs that were recorded at the Kemi festival concert.
Commented SONATA ARCTICA keyboardist Henrik "Lance" Klingenberg: "It's been a very hot summer here in Finland, and while most people headed to the beach, we've been working our asses off editing and compiling our new DVD.
"This time around we wanted to give you a show from our home country Finland.
"The main show was filmed at the Teatria club in Oulu, Finland, last April. It showcases SONATA ARCTICA towards the end of 'The Days Of Grays' world tour, which started back in 2009.
"We played a total of over 180 shows in almost 40 countries during the tour.
"This will be a two-DVD release with lots of bonuses. We'll have tour documentaries, making-ofs as well as music videos and bonus songs from our very own Sonata Arctica Open Air festival, held in our hometown Kemi in August 2009.
"Whether you missed us or checked us out during this world tour, this DVD will be the complete guide to what we've been up to these past two years.
"I'm sure you all will enjoy watching this DVD as much as we've enjoyed making it.
"'The Days Of Grays' world tour has been absolutely fantastic and I'm very happy that we've managed to capture all the ups and downs on film. You'll know what I'm talking about when we get this monster package out!"
"The Days Of Grays", the latest album from SONATA ARCTICA, sold around 2,000 copies in the United States in its first week of release, according to Nielsen SoundScan. The CD landed at position No. 19 on the Top New Artist Albums (Heatseekers) chart, which lists the best-selling albums by new and developing artists, defined as those who have never appeared in the Top 100 of The Billboard 200.
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4 авг 2011
IMPENDING DOOM Preparing To Enter Studio
 California-based Christian death metallers IMPENDING DOOM will enter the studio this week to begin recording their as-yet-untitled new album. The CD will be produced by Andreas Magnusson (THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, THE FAMINE) and will be mixed by Machine, who has previously worked with LAMB OF GOD, SUICIDE SILENCE and DEMON HUNTER, among others.
Commented IMPENDING DOOM guitarist Cory Johnson: "After months of preparation, the time has finally come to start production on our next full-length! Without going into the cliché of trying to explain how this is our 'heaviest' or 'most mature' material, I will spare the insincere rant and just say that this is by for OUR favorite material and we can't wait to share it with you guys."
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4 авг 2011
SYMPHONY X Bassist Joins SLEEPY HOLLOW
 Reunited heavy metal band SLEEPY HOLLOW has recruited Mike LePond (SYMPHONY X) as its new bassist.
LePond will make his live debut with SLEEPY HOLLOW on November 5 at Metal'cuse at the Fusion Room in Syracuse, New York. This will be SLEEPY HOLLOW's first show in over 20 years. The band is also planning a few more concerts for later this year in mid-November and into early December.
Commented SLEEPY HOLLOW: "Our original bass player, Steve Brink, was not able to commit to us in any capacity. He did contribute the artwork for our new album and we thank him with the understanding that although he will not participate in any future projects with us, he will, however, always be a part of the SLEEPY HOLLOW family. We wish him the very best in his future endeavors. As for Mike LePond, he has graciously accepted to step in for us until a permanent member is found and needless to say we are thrilled to have him with us for our live shows later this year." | 0 | |
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4 авг 2011
MAYAN: \'War On Terror\' Video Released
 "War On Terror", the new video from MAYAN — the band featuring EPICA guitarist/songwriter Mark Jansen alongside Jack Driessen (ex-AFTER FOREVER) and Frank Schiphorst — can be seen below. Also available are photos from the video shoot, which took place on July 3.
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4 авг 2011
SEBASTIAN BACH: \'Kicking & Screaming\' Video Released
 "Kicking & Screaming", the first video and title track from former SKID ROW frontman Sebastian Bach's forthcoming album, can be seen at RevolverMag.com. According to a press release, the clip — which is one of two videos that the singer filmed on June 28 in Hollywood, California with director Devin DeHaven of Fortress Entertainment (PAPA ROACH, WHITESNAKE, METHOD MAN, TALIB KWELI) — shows Bach "in fine form highlighting his inimitable vocal prowess, as well as the bone-crunching riffs and catchy hooks of the single."
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4 авг 2011
SEVEN: \'No Surrender\' Video Released
 "No Surrender", the new video from the Czech heavy metal act SEVEN, can be viewed below. The song comes off the band's new album, "Freedom Call", which will be released on September 2 via Nuclear Blast Records. | 0 | |
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4 авг 2011
ADRENALINE MOB: Debut EP Details Revealed
 ADRENALINE MOB — the new band featuring drummer Mike Portnoy (DREAM THEATER, AVENGED SEVENFOLD), SYMPHONY X frontman Russell Allen, guitar virtuoso Mike Orlando (SONIC STOMP), bassist Paul DiLeo and STUCK MOJO/FOZZY axeman Rich Ward — will release its debut EP on August 9. The self-titled effort will available via iTunes as well as sold in physical form at the group's upcoming shows and online store. Self-produced by the band, "Adrenaline Mob" features four original tracks as well as a blistering cover of the Ronnie James Dio-era BLACK SABBATH classic "The Mob Rules". From the opening riff of "Psychosane" through the over-six-minute epic-sounding "Hit The Wall", it is clear that ADRENALINE MOB are in class all their own as musicians.
"Releasing the EP gives fans around the world a chance to get a taste of the MOB NOW without having to wait until the full-length album comes out at the beginning of next year," states Portnoy.
"Adrenaline Mob" track listing:
01. Psychosane
02. Believe Me
03. Hit The Wall
04. Down To The Floor
05. The Mob Rules
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4 авг 2011
TEXTURES: New Song Available For Streaming
 "Singularity", a brand new song from Dutch progressive metallers TEXTURES, can be streamed on the band's Facebook page. (Note: You must "like" the group in order to hear the cut.) The track comes off TEXTURES' fourth album, "Dualism", which will be released in Europe, South America, Australia and Asia on September 23 and in North America on September 27 via Nuclear Blast Records. The CD was recorded at Split Second Sound Studio in Amsterdam and was produced by TEXTURES guitar player Jochem Jacobs, who helmed all of the band's previous albums. The first single, "Reaching Home", will be released on August 19 through all major download sites.
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4 авг 2011
ROTTING CHRIST Song Featured In Trailer For Italian Horror Movie
 The song "Demonon Vrosis" from Greek extreme metallers ROTTING CHRIST is featured in the trailer for the upcoming Italian horror film "Morituris". Check it out below.
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4 авг 2011
New ICED EARTH Singer Says He Didn\'t Borrow Songtitle From SYMPHONY X
 New ICED EARTH singer Stu Block, who is also a member of INTO ETERNITY, has released the following statement regarding one of the tracks, "End Of Innocence", which will appear on ICED EARTH's next album, "Dystopia":
"Just wanted to clear something up: The song 'End Of Innocence' was written and named way, way, way before I ever knew that SYMPHONY X had the same name song on their new album. I have the Pro Tools stamped dates to verify it was written before any press release that SYMPHONY X had released.
"When I found out they had a song called the same thing, I WAS going to change it... but the song is about my mom, who currently is battling cancer, and I really truly couldn't change it because of the depth of it."
Although "Dystopia", ICED EARTH's 10th studio offering, is not a concept album, founder Jon Schaffer admits there are unifying themes to several of the songs — and even an appearance by band mascot "Set Abominae."
"I've always been fascinated by the darker side of life," Schaffer said during a break from master tracking ICED EARTH's forthcoming CD. "Movies like 'Metropolis', 'Brazil', and 'The Matrix' resonate with me. The same for albums like '2112', 'The Wall', and, of course, 'Operation: Mindcrime'. Their images of a soulless, repressive society stuck with me over the years. It must be the sci-fi fan in me."
In much the same way "Horror Show" (ICED EARTH's tribute to classic characters from literature and movies) was born, Schaffer said his interest in dystopian themes in music and movies led him to try his hand at that genre as well — even paying homage on the new album to the movies "Dark City", "V For Vendetta", and "Soylent Green". The end result is ICED EARTH meets the nightmarish offspring of "Brave New World" and "Blade Runner".
Of special interest to long-time fans are two songs on "Dystopia" (the title track and "Tragedy and Triumph") that feature the return of the "Something Wicked" storyline and Set Abominae — who, when last seen in "The Crucible of Man" (2008), had taken his position as ruler of the world.
"The opening song is a step back timeline-wise from the 'Come What May' track," said Schaffer. "'Come What May' [the last track on 'Crucible'] sets the scenario that it's up to us and the decisions we make that will determine the future of the human race. These two songs [on 'Dystopia'] take place at a time when people are in highly controlled prison-like city states, and their eventual emancipation in the closer, 'Tragedy and Triumph'."
In an uncanny case of art imitating life, Schaffer said Set Abominae fit perfectly with the general theme of "Dystopia".
"I remember it hit me like a ton of bricks in '97, the whole 'Something Wicked' story did," Schaffer said. "I thought, 'Man, this is going to be so cool.' Many years later, we were on tour for 'Crucible' and we were doing an interview over in Eastern Europe. A buddy of mine said, 'You know, Jon, this whole 'Something Wicked' thing could be true.' I thought about it a moment and said, 'Well, I don't know about that. But there are some creepy parallels in contemporary life.'"
"So as I was thinking about all of the great movies, albums, and books with dystopian themes, I remembered that conversation and it occurred to me that the 'Something Wicked' story could continue in a few tracks here very nicely," Schaffer said.
Schaffer admits the recording of "Dystopia" has been especially challenging because of the band's summer festival gigs requiring him to criss-cross the ocean numerous times.
Despite the challenges, Schaffer says working with new vocalist Stu Block is "a pleasure."
"You just can't ask for a better attitude," said Schaffer. "Stu is so excited to be here. He brings a youthful exuberance to the band, which is a lot of fun. And he's a real dude. He's down to earth, and willing to try anything that Jim [Morris, co-producer, engineer] or I throw at him. He's stepping into the shoes in a very natural way."
Schaffer continued: "We're opening up a part of his voice and a style of singing that he didn't even really know he had. We're exploring this whole new range. And we're just getting started. I believe Stu will continue to grow — and has the potential to grow — into one of the greats, one of the guys that will go down in metal history. If he stays on this course, with the attitude that he has, his willingness to learn, and his passion, he's destined for really great things. I firmly believe that."
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4 авг 2011
DOOGIE WHITE\'s Solo Album Due In The Fall
 Metal Mind Productions will release Doogie White's solo album, "As Yet Untitled", on October 24 in Europe and November 7 in the U.S. (via MVD).
This Scottish vocalist came to the attention of the worldwide audience when Ritchie Blackmore asked him to be the lead singer in his reformed RAINBOW. They recorded one album together — "Stranger in Us All". Doogie would go on to sing with Swedish neo-classical guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen for over a six-and-a-half-year period, record two albums and tour the world. He also recorded four albums and toured with CORNERSTONE and is currently the lead singer of TANK, who embark on selected European dates starting this August.
According to a press release, "As Yet Untitled" is a collection of 10 dramatic and hard-hitting rock songs co-written by White and some good friends he has made over the years on the rock scene.
Commented White: "I always thought my first solo album should be called this. The journalists at Sounds and Kerrang! always had a line that so and so are in the studio recording an album, as yet untitled… Well, now I have actually done that.
"I always like to be part of a band but I found myself isolated for a short while and decided to record some of the songs that I had been working on, while either on the road or back at home.
"I won't sit around and wait for the phone to ring. A bored Doogie is a dangerous thing!
"I gathered the good and the great, companions who had travelled the world with me at various times. Friends who I knew were outstanding players and to a man and one beautiful woman they gave freely of their talents and time. I am forever in their debt."
The list of guest musicians involved in the recording of "As Yet Untitled" looks impressive:
* Patrick Johansson (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN) - Drums
* Thomas Broman (GLENN HUGHES) - Drums
* Derek Sherinian (BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION) - Keyboards
* Tony Carey (RAINBOW) - Keyboards
* Neil Murray (WHITESNAKE) - Bass
* Greg Smith (TED NUGENT) - Bass
* Paul Logue (EDEN'S CURSE) - Bass
* Pontus Norgren (HAMMERFALL) - Guitar
* Marcus Jidell (ROYAL HUNT) - Guitar
* Phil Hilborne (QUEEN Musical) - Guitar
* Mick Tucker (TANK) - Guitar
* Patti Russo (MEATLOAF, CHER) - Guest vocals.
The album was recorded at various studios in Florida, Germany, and Scotland but most of the production was handled in Sweden with Pontus Norgren (HAMMERFALL) at the helm.
Added White: "Pontus and I became great friends through our time with Yngwie. He shone a bright light on the songs with his production. He brought a certain calmness to the madness and made sure that everything that was in the song had to be there for a reason. Even when the hard drive with the initial mixes was stolen, I knew that Pontus could sort it out."
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3 авг 2011
CASEY ORR Announces His Departure From GWAR
 GWAR bassist Casey Orr (a.k.a. Beefcake The Mighty) has released the following statement to BLABBERMOUTH.NET:
"After much soul searching and consideration, and with a heavy heart, I am announcing my departure from GWAR (yes, again). I simply can no longer devote the time and effort required to maintain my position within the group. I have so many projects going on now in Texas, including a new RIGOR MORTIS record in the works, that it just wouldn't be fair to everyone involved for me to stay and not be able to give 100%. I'll miss the insanity and playing with my brothers, but I have to do what's right for me right now.
"I wish GWAR and all my brothers the best, and if I can ever be of any help to the group, they know they have only to ask. I appreciate their understanding, and certainly hope the fans will understand as well. I truly appreciate the opportunity I was given to return to the band and record the last two albums and to tour with them over the last several years, but it's time to aim my creative energies in other directions and embrace the opportunities that have been laid before me. I promise you have not heard the last of me. Not by a long shot!"
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3 авг 2011
THE JESUS AND MARY CHAIN reissue all 6 albums
 The Scottish alternative rock band The Jesus and Mary Chain will be re-releasing all of their 6 studio albums which they released between 1985 and 1998. Out by this Fall they will each see a 2CD/1DVD package treatment including B-sides, live sessions, promo videos, feature films, TV appearances and rare material. That 'rare' material includes a rejected early B-side, "Jesus Fuck", and a recording of "Darklands" which includes an added string section. The reissues are out via the Edsel label which is part of the UK-based Demon Music Group.
You can order the sets here on Amazon US and Amazon UK.
The Jesus and Mary Chain were formed in East Kilbride, Glasgow in 1983. The band revolves around the songwriting partnership of brothers Jim and William Reid. They released a string of albums, singles and EPs between their 1983 formation and their 1999 breakup, and gained notoriety in their early days for short sets and violence that became common at their live shows. In 2007, the band reunited. | 0 | |
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3 авг 2011
BLACK STONE CHERRY Performs Acoustic Version Of \'White Trash Millionaire\'
 Video footage of Kentucky rockers BLACK STONE CHERRY performing a "stripped down" version of their song "White Trash Millionaire" for the "Shazam Sessions" YouTube channel can be seen below. | 0 | |
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3 авг 2011
MORS PRINCIPIUM EST: New Song Sample Available
 A one-minute, 20-second snippet of a new song from Finnish melodic death metallers MORS PRINCIPIUM EST can be streamed below.
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