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15 сен 2010
FILTER Goes Acoustic
 FILTER stopped by LimeWire Music Blog's headquarters before the band's August 21, 2010 performance at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City and belted out three acoustic tunes. Video footage of the performance can be viewed below.
"The Trouble With Angels", the fifth studio album from FILTER, sold around 6,300 copies in the United States in its first week of release to debut at position No. 63 on The Billboard 200 chart.
FILTER's previous album, 2008's "Anthems For The Damned", opened with 13,000 units to land at No. 42.
"The Trouble With Angels" was released on August 17 via Rocket Science Ventures. Fans of the band's "Short Bus" and "Title of Record" will be ecstatic to hear Richard Patrick return to his industrial roots.
Rocket Science owner Kevin Day says, "I have known Richard for a good while and have been a fan of his music and the FILTER 'sound' since their first release. 'The Trouble With Angels' is exciting because it's a strong return to the sonically dark jet engine growl that FILTER invented and defined."
Produced by Bob Marlette (BLACK SABBATH, ATREYU, SALIVA), the album's debut single, "The Inevitable Relapse", features thundering chords and an isolated bass line that both conjure and modernize FILTER's signature sound.
"People think 'The Inevitable Relapse' is about addiction, consumption, and obsession, but they're wrong," says Richard Patrick. "It's a love song."
FILTER released a limited-edition seven-inch vinyl single, exclusively for the Record Store Day coalition of stores on July 6, featuring "The Inevitable Relapse" album version and a Rob Patterson 666 re-mix on the B-side.
Richard Patrick has taken "Angels" to the next level both lyrically and musically, employing some of the best in the business for the current tour. The live band features Patrick on vocals and guitar, guitarist Rob Patterson (KORN, OTEP), bassist Phil Buckman and longtime FILTER drummer Mika Fineo.  | 0 |  |
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15 сен 2010
DEATH ANGEL: Two New Songs Available For Streaming
 "Truce" and "River Of Rapture", two new songs from San Francisco Bay Area metallers DEATH ANGEL, are available for streaming on the band's MySpace page. The tracks come off the group's new album, "Relentless Retribution", which was released in the U.S. today (Tuesday, September 14) via Nuclear Blast Records. The CD was recorded at Audiohammer Studios in Sanford, Florida with producer Jason Suecof (TRIVIUM, AUGUST BURNS RED, THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, ALL THAT REMAINS, WHITECHAPEL, DEVILDRIVER). The cover artwork was created by Brent Elliot White (JOB FOR A COWBOY, CARNIFEX, WHITECHAPEL) and can be viewed below.
"Relentless Retribution" track listing:
01. Relentless Revolution
02. Claws In So Deep
03. Truce
04. Into The Arms Of Righteous Anger
05. River Of Rapture
06. Absence Of Light
07. This Hate
08. Death Of The Meek
09. Opponents At Sides
10. I Chose The Sky
11. Volcanic
12. Where They Lay
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15 сен 2010
DEATH BREATH: New Album Update
 DEATH BREATH — the Swedish old-school death metal project featuring former ENTOMBED drummer and main songwriter Nicke Andersson (most recently the frontman of rock 'n' roll band THE HELLACOPTERS) — has issued the following update:
"We have a finished [DEATH BREATH] album except for some vocals left to do.
"We've been touring most of the spring/summer with our other bands or doing albums, etc. That's just the way it is.
"[We] still can't say when we will put the next DEATH BREATH release out, but it will happen when we feel the time is right.
A unmixed version of a brand new DEATH BREATH track, "Obsessed By Sodomy", is available for streaming on the group's MySpace page. | 0 | |
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15 сен 2010
FAIR WARNING: \'Talking Ain\'t Enough - FAIR WARNING Live In Tokyo\' Details Revealed
 "Talking Ain't Enough - Fair Warning Live In Tokyo", the new live CD/DVD from German rockers FAIR WARNING, will be released via Steamhammer/SPV on the following dates:
Germany: November 19
Rest Of Europe: November 22
USA/Canada: November 23
It was only four years ago that FAIR WARNING — led by charismatic frontman Tommy Heart — re-entered the stage after a break of nearly five years to introduce the reunion album "Brother's Keeper". A sold-out tour through Japan as well as various festival appearances throughout Europe followed.
In summer 2009 they released the much-acclaimed studio album "Aura".
After a great concert at Tokyo, Japan's Loud Park festivals in 2009 and a sold-out tour of Japan in 2010, the band decided to release a live CD and a live DVD to document what they do best... play intense live shows and put on some of the best rock performances in the world.
FAIR WARNING is:
Tommy Heart - vocals
Helge Engelke - guitars
Ule W. Ritgen - bass
C.C. Behrens - drums
3CD digipak track listing:
CD1: Tokyo January 2010
* Intro
* Out On The Run
* Here Comes The Heartache
* Save Me
* Angels Of Heaven
* Don't Give Up
* Sakura/Kashmir
* Generation Jedi
* Dont Keep Me Waiting
* The Last Goodbye (Keyboard Feature)
* Falling Reprise
* Long Gone
* Hey Girl
CD2: Tokyo January 2010
* Walking On Smiles
* I'll Be There
* Longing For Love
* I Fight
* Still I Believe
* Burning Heart
* Get A Little Closer
* When Love Fails
* Fighting For Your Love
CD 3: Loud Park 2009
* Intro
* Angels Of Heaven
* Save Me
* Generation Jedi
* Out On The Run
* Here Comes The Heartache
* Long Gone
* Longing For Love
* I Fight
* Don't Give Up
* Burning Heart
* Get A Little Closer
* When Love Fails
2DVD digipak track listing:
DVD1: Tokyo January 2010 (same as see CD1 and CD2)
Approx. 120 min
DVD 2: Loud Park 2009 (same as see CD3)
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15 сен 2010
SWORN \'Making A Lot Of Progress\' On Third Album
 Norwegian extreme metallers SWORN have issued the following update:
"Regarding our third album, we're making a lot of progress. The songwriting is pretty much finished, same goes for lyrics. Also the album title is set, but we will not reveal it at this point — so stay tuned for that!
"Some words about the material so far: Earlier there's been a mix between very melodic/atmospheric tracks and straight forward almost thrash-like tracks on our albums. We do this because we have a passion for both styles, and love to incorporate them into the SWORN sound.
"What we've done on this third album is to make each song represent our sound alot more, with both melodic and hard-hitting parts, while still being unique in themselves. This defines us a lot more, and the pre-productions so far sound killer, to say the least."
Working songtitles set to appear on the next SWORN CD:
* The Silver Asylum
* Corridors of Dark Salvation
* The Keeper
* Mot Stupet (Norwegian lyrics)
SWORN's sophomore album, "Bastards And Conquerors", was released on October 30, 2009 via Twilight-Vertrieb.
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15 сен 2010
THREAT SIGNAL Parts Ways With Drummer, Seeks Replacement
 Canadian metallers THREAT SIGNAL have parted ways with drummer Norm Killeen and are currently seeking a replacement.
Commented the band: "After three amazing years together, the THREAT SIGNAL camp has decided to part ways with drummer Norm Killeen. This was a mutual decision and there are no hard feelings towards each other. We will still continue to work with Norm's graphic design company, NME Studios.
"We wish you all the best with your future endeavors Norm; much love and respect.
"So now the drummer search begins!
"We're looking for someone preferably with touring experience, but if not, that's fine.
"We have quite a bit of dates coming up in October and November through out North America and Europe, so we're looking for someone that can really nail these songs quick and hit the road.
"To audition, we're going to need a video of you playing the songs 'As I Destruct', 'To Remember', and 'Beyond Recognition'. Post these songs on YouTube or wherever you'd like and send them to drummeraudition@hotmail.ca. Any further questions please feel free to contact us."
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15 сен 2010
FATALIST Rejoined By Drummer TYLER CASTRO
 Ventura, California death metallers FATALIST have been rejoined by drummer Tyler Castro. The band states, "Tyler played on our album, 'The Depths Of Inhumanity', and demo 'Loss' in the past. Thanks to Sean [MENTACIDE] for recording the drums on our cover of 'Beyond The Unholy Grave' [DEATH] and playing some shows with us over 2010." | 0 | |
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15 сен 2010
QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE: Debut Album Reissue To Include Three Additional Songs
 The track listing for "Queens of the Stone Age", a reissue of QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE's critically-lauded 1998 self-titled debut, reflects the band's original vision for the album with three tracks that were initially cut from the record reinstated.
The sought-after and long-out-of-print album arrives in-stores on Black Friday (November 26) via Joshua Homme's own Rekords Rekords as a special bundled package featuring the album both as a 180 gram double-gatefold, double LP and a digital download card (a straight CD release will follow on December 7).
The three additional songs are "The Bronze", "These Aren't The Droids You're Looking For" and "Spiders And Vinegaroons".
"Queens of the Stone Age" track listing:
01. Regular John
02. Avon
03. If Only
04. Walkin' On The Sidewalks
05. You Would Know
06. The Bronze
07. How to Handle A Rope (A Lesson In The Lariat)
08. Mexicola
09. Hispanic Impressions
10. You Can't Quit Me Baby
11. These Aren't The Droids You're Looking For
12. Give The Mule What He Wants
13. Spiders And Vinegaroons
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14 сен 2010
DIMMU BORGIR\'s \'Gateways\' Video Makes Its Official Online Debut
 "Gateways", the new video from Norwegian symphonic black metallers DIMMU BORGIR, can be viewed below. Created by Katapult Films (RAMMSTEIN) director Sandra Marschner (MARILYN MANSON, CHILDREN OF BODOM, MANDO DIAO), the clip — which made its "unofficial" online debut on September 5 — features guest vocalist Agnete Kjølsrud (DJERV, ex-ANIMAL ALPHA) and regalia by Tod Waters and Giuliana Mayo of Junker Designs ("In Sorte Diaboli", "The Serpentine Offering", "The Sacrilegious Scorn").
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14 сен 2010
NECRONOMICON Working On Double Album
 NECRONOMICON, one of Germany's longest-running thrash metal bands, is currently in the Arsen Music Studios in Breisach am Rhein, working on what will be the band's seventh release. The new album, to be titled "Invictus", will be NECRONOMICON's most ambitious work to date, and aside from nine new songs and a new version of "Possessed by Evil", the double CD is set to include seven live tracks and four or five acoustic songs. Artwork for "Invictus" will be by the Brazilian artist Jobert Mello, who has worked with bands such as SABATON, PRIMAL FEAR and BENEDICTUM.
NECRONOMICON is currently seeking a suitable record label to release "Invictus".
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14 сен 2010
ARTILLERY: New Album Title Revealed
 Danish thrash metal veterans ARTILLERY have set "6" as the working title of their forthcoming album, due on March 21, 2011 via Metal Mind Productions. The CD will be recorded at Medley Studios in Copenhagen starting on November 29 with producer Søren Andersen (guitar player in Oliver Weers' solo band). 11 songs will be laid down for the effort, including "Ain't Giving In", "Concealed In The Dark", "If Only Death Was An Illusion", "Monster" and "Warrior Blood". The album will be available in at least three different formats featuring no less than four bonus tracks: "The Eternal War", "Show Your Hate", "The Almighty" (all re-recorded versions of tracks from the band's first album, "Fear Of Tomorrow") and "Computer God" (a cover version of the song by BLACK SABBATH).
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14 сен 2010
DYNABYTE: New Song Available For Free Download
 DYNABYTE, the Italian industrial metal band featuring former OPERA IX vocalist Cadaveria and NECRODEATH bassist John (a.k.a Killer Bob), will release its new album, "2KX", on October 10. The effort, which was produced, arranged, engineered and mastered entirely by DYNABYTE, will be released exclusively on a USB stick, with extra content (previously unreleased pictures, wallpapers and exclusive multimedia content) as a way to thank fans for their support.
"2KX" track listing:
01. Equilibrium (4:19)
02. F.T.L. (4:19)
03. Normal (3:12)
04. Hereditary Neuronavigation (3:55)
05. Cold Wind of Fear (5:00)
06. Artmix (5:06)
07. Speed (4:27)
08. The Mummy (4:37)
09. I'm Not Scared (4:37)
10. Stones (4:08)
11. Wave (4:05)
12. Blinded by my Light (6:00)
The first single, "The Mummy", is now available as a free download via the band's official web site (free e-mail sign-up required).
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14 сен 2010
HYDROGYN: \'Judgement\' Audio Samples Available
 "Judgement", the third album from Ashland, Kentucky based hard rockers HYDROGYN, will be released on October 25 in Europe and October 26 in the rest of the world. The CD will be made available via Bad Reputation out of Paris, France for Europe and Rapid Fire Global Music in the States and rest of the world. Each of the two versions of the album will contain different artwork and different bonus tracks.
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14 сен 2010
THE QUILL: New Song Available For Streaming
 The demo version of "Sleeping With Your Enemy", a brand new song from Sweden's THE QUILL, is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page.
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14 сен 2010
THE SMASHING PUMPKINS Release Sixth Free Track \'Spangled\'
 THE SMASHING PUMPKINS are issuing a brand new track, "Spangled", on Tuesday, September 14, available exclusively as a free download for 24 hours through the web site for the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund: www.sweetrelief.org. "Spangled" will then become available the next day (Wednesday, September 15) at www.smashingpumpkins.comwhere a widget is also offered that enables fans to host the song anywhere on the web.
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14 сен 2010
TIM \'RIPPER\' OWENS Hit By Flying Cup Of Beer In Norway; Video Available
 Powerhouse vocalist Tim "Ripper" Owens (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, BEYOND FEAR, ex-JUDAS PRIEST, ICED EARTH) was hit by what appears to have been a plastic cup filled with beer during his September 10, 2010 headlining performance at at Byscenen in Haugesund, Norway.
Owens had just started playing his cover version of the BLACK SABBATH classic "Children Of The Sea" as a tribute to Ronnie James Dio when the projectile apparently landed on his left arm, causing Owens to stop the show and request that the perpetrator be ejected from the venue.
Owens said: "Stop! Who fucking threw it? WHO THREW IT?!? Who fucking threw it? Get him outta here. Find the person who threw it. We’re not starting until you throw the fucking person out of here. Find him and take him outta here. [As the guy's being ejected] Nice move you, fucking ass. Jesus. Moron, right? Shall we start again?”
Fan-filmed video footage of the incident can be viewed below (around the 40-second mark).
Owens is being backed by the following musicians during the tour:
* Andy Boss (PAUL DI'ANNO, ABSOLUTE STEEL) - Guitar
* Jon Vegard (PAUL DI'ANNO) - Guitar
* Are Gogstad (PAUL DI'ANNO, QUEENSTREET, ABSOLUTE STEEL) - Bass
* Rick Hagan (PAUL DI'ANNO, QUEENSTREET, ABSOLUTE STEEL, 21ST CENTURY ROX) - Drums
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14 сен 2010
METALIUM To Disband
 German metallers METALIUM have announced plans to disband in 2011. According to a posting on the group's MySpace page, "All [members of METALIUM] are involved in many other activities (private as well as music-wise) and after nearly 13 years with 9 CDs and 2 DVDs, the chapters will come to an end in 2011. The bandmembers share a deep friendship underneath and want to say thanks to our longtime label Massacre Records and all fans and supporters around the world who kept the flame burning since the band's beginning in 1998."
METALIUM will play several farewell shows which will be profesionally recorded for a final live CD. The set, which will feature four or five new songs that the band will record at the of end of 2010, will also include rare photos and other bonus footage and will be released via Massacre in 2011.
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14 сен 2010
GREAT WHITE Performs With PAUL SHORTINO In Sweden; Video Available
 On September 11 at the Stockholm Rock Out festival in Stockholm, Sweden, GREAT WHITE played a one-time-only European show with the legendary singer Paul Shortino (QUIET RIOT, ROUGH CUTT and the recently reunited KING KOBRA) filling in for . | 0 | |
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14 сен 2010
POWERWORLD: \'Human Parasite\' Audio Teaser Available
 German melodic metal band POWERWORLD, the brainchild of former FREEDOM CALL and MOON'DOC bassist Ilker Ersin, has posted an audio teaser from its upcoming album, "Human Parasite", on the group's official MySpace page. The CD will be released in Europe on October 22 and in USA/Canada on November 9 via SPV/Steamhammer.
"Human Parasite" track listing:
01. Cleansed By Fire
02. Stand Up
03. Evil In Me
04. Time Will Change
05. Human Parasite
06. Hope
07. East Comes To West
08. Children Of The Future
09. Caught In Your Web
10. Tame Your Demons
11. Might Of Secrets
12. King For A Day
POWERWORLD's current lineup is as follows:
* Andrew "Mac"McDermott (SARGANT FURY, THRESHOLD) - Vocals
* Barish Kepic (JADED HEART) - Guitar
* Ilker Ersin (FREEDOM CALL, MOON'DOC) - Bass
* Nils Neumann (FREEDOM CALL) - Keyboards
* Achim Keller (VICTORY) - Drums
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14 сен 2010
OPETH: Another \'Royal Albert Hall\' DVD Preview Clip Posted Online
 Another snippet from the extra footage that is included on OPETH's "In Live Concert at the Royal Albert Hall" DVD can be viewed below. The clip takes us behind the scenes at the show and we see part of the interview with frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt and hear him talk a little about the experience of playing at the Royal Albert Hall.
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14 сен 2010
CRADLE OF FILTH Frontman Named One Of Top 10 Icons Of U.K.\'s Suffolk County
 According to EADT.co.uk, vocalist Dani "Filth" Davey of British extreme metallers CRADLE OF FILTH has been named one of the top 10 icons of the U.K.'s Suffolk county.
When Suffolk residents were asked to identify their icons of the county, nearly 200 visitors to the Suffolk Icons web site voted for Davey.
The site was launched by Choose Suffolk, a partnership aimed at putting the county "on the map," and tourism manager Alex Paul told EADT.co.uk that the submission of Dani as an "icon" showed that there was more to Suffolk than just the traditional beauty spots.
"The web site has produced a great range of images and features of Suffolk," he said. "It's a creative tool. We didn't know what to expect because nothing like this has ever been done before.
"What's great is it's not just the obvious ones, there are unusual ones that are just as valid.
"There's no right or wrong here, although we are going to pull a few out.
"It's about everyone's voices being heard. It's not about going for the obvious and people feel that Dani Filth is an icon and is as important to people as a pint of Adnams."
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14 сен 2010
TERROR SYNDROME - \"Second Album Will Happen\"
 Drummer Ryan Van Poederooyen (DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT, TERROR SYNDROME) checks in with the following update:
"New Terror Syndrome music has been written! I was practising and learning drums for the new Devin Townsend Project album and took a break from learning songs and finally decided to write two new Terror Syndrome songs for the next album. YES, there will be a second album. Dave Padden (ANNIHILATOR) is a busy man with touring, Dave Young and I are busy as well with touring and recording with the Devin Townsend Project. When will the new Terror Syndrome album will be recorded and released? I don't know, when time allows BUT it will happen.
Our debut album has been released world-wide through iTunes and other online distributors for a while now and thanks to all of you who support the band and have purchased the album online. We've played a few rare shows, when time allowed. Trying to tour Terror Syndrome is very difficult with our commitments to DTP and Annihilator. This project was self funded by yours truly from the beginning. We did look at label offers and such but nothing made sense. Terror Syndrome was either going all out with the right support from a label or it was going to be released as a side project for the listening pleasure of our fans. We did not want to settle with a deal that wouldn't get us in the right situation for touring and promoting the band.
With the second record, things will be just as intense, brutal and catchy as the first album. You will also get to hear Dave Padden's influence on the band. It won't disappoint, trust me.
As for live.... there WILL be more shows and touring could be a possibility if time and the right situation should arise. We WILL be back on stage. Mark my words!
Thanks for all your support. We have great fans who have supported us for a long time now. I read all the mail and return it as much as I can. Please remember I'm one hell of a busy dude! Stay posted for new music, it's being written and it WILL be recorded and released.
Thanks for your support, you ALL RULE!"
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14 сен 2010
RIKETS Singer Quits
 Oklahoma industrial/metal outfit RIKETS has been forced to cancel the remaining dates on its current U.S. tour after the band's vocalist, Scott Rose, unexpectedly left the group. Guitarist Provo Provenzano states, "The remaining members [of RIKETS] will be auditioning new singers over the next few months. Those interested in the position should email us at wtdauditions@gmail.com."
On March 27, RIKETS filmed a video for the song "Program The Dead" with director David Brodsky (THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, HATEBREED, FEAR FACTORY) in Oklahoma City. The clip, which can be viewed below, features leading lady Staci Flood, who has worked with Busta Rhymes and Will Smith in addition to co-founding the BOMBSHELL BABIES and THE PUSSYCAT DOLLS burlesque cabaret revues featuring Carmen Electra.
"Program The Dead" comes off RIKETS' sophomore effort, "All American Death Cult", which was released on April 20 via Burnhill Union Records.
The band features guitarist and producer Provo Provenzano, drummer Timmy Braun, Michael Reams on bass, and Nick Quijano (formerly of AMERICAN HEAD CHARGE) on second guitar.
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14 сен 2010
SLIPKNOT\'s \'(sic)nesses: Live At Download\' Coming To A Theater Near You
 Theater screenings of the band's Download performance from the forthcoming DVD "(sic)nesses" will be held at major theatres around the world, including Mann’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood and more. Screening cities and locations are being announced daily, so be sure and check here for updated screening and ticket info, as "(sic)nesses" might spread to your city.
Other participating theater chains include Carmike, Krikorian, Rave, Mann, Ultrastar, Studio Movie Grill, Bow Tie, Santikos, Alamo Drafthouse, Emagine Entertainment, Cleveland Cinemas, Cinema Café and the Regent Theater.
"(sic)nesses", which will land on retail shelves on September 28, captures SLIPKNOT's unforgettably electric headlining performance at the annual Download festival in the U.K., where they performed a parade of hits in front of 80,000 screaming fans. SLIPKNOT brought the venue to its knees with a performance that'll put viewers in the front row, butted up against the barricade, surrounded by thousands of fans losing their minds to their favorite band. To see this intense performance on the big screen is truly an event to behold and one that SLIPKNOT fans won't want to miss.
Additionally, the DVD features several riveting extras including a 45-minute film, music videos and much more.
For a list of screenings in your area, visit SlipknotLiveAtDownload.com.
"(sic)nesses" features the following track listing:
01. 742617000027
02. (sic)
03. Eyeless
04. Wait and Bleed
05. Get This
06. Before I Forget
07. Sulfur
08. The Blister Exists
09. Dead Memories
10. Left Behind
11. Disasterpiece
12. Vermilion
13. Everything Ends
14. Psychosocial
15. Duality
16. People=Shit
17. Surfacing
18. Spit it Out
* "Audible Visions Of (sic)nesses" - 45-minute film directed by M. Shawn Crahan that captures SLIPKNOT on the road during the "All Hope Is Gone" cycle
Music Videos:
01. Psychosocial
02. Dead Memories
03. Sulfur
04. Snuff
Making Of:
01. Snuff
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14 сен 2010
AUTOPSY: New Song Available For Streaming
 "The Tomb Within", a brand new song from U.S. gore legends AUTOPSY, can be streamed at this location. The track is the title cut of the band's new EP, which will be released on September 13 in Europe and October 5 in the U.S. through Peaceville Records on CD and 12-inch vinyl. Cover art is supplied by renowned fantasy/horror artist Matt Cavotta.
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14 сен 2010
NIGHTWISH Singer Says New Album Is Turning Out To Be \'Something Very Special\'
 On Wednesday, September 8, singer Anette Olzon of Finnish/Swedish symphonic metallers NIGHTWISH began laying down vocal tracks on a demo recording of the songs that will appear on the group's next studio album. The pre-production sessions for the new CD are taking place in "the deepest countryside of Finland," where most of the band spent several weeks finalizing the song arrangements and recording their instrumental parts. The actual recording process for NIGHTWISH's follow-up to 2007's "Dark Passion Play" is slated to begin on October 15 for a late 2011 release.
Commented Olzon: "Wednesday morning we started my recordings and we recorded three songs per day and two the last day. All in all, four days to record all the songs.
"Ever since I got the very first instrumental demo [NIGHTWISH keyboardist/mainman] Tuomas [Holopainen] made, I have felt that this album will be something very special. The songs and themes Tuomas has put together are really varied, interesting and there are elements that haven't been used before. Still it's NIGHTWISH and also going back to some roots from earlier albums. Vocally, for me, it's much more varied since I use my voice in more different aspects than in [2007's] 'Dark Passion Play'. Tuomas for sure knows my voice and range now.
"Now I really long to hear how the album will come together with the orchestra, choirs, etc., and already now I feel I long to do my actual vocal recordings which will be done in March next year."
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14 сен 2010
LEMMY To Guest On New MICHAEL MONROE Album
 Michael Monroe, iconic rock and roll frontman and founding member of hugely influential Finnish outfit HANOI ROCKS, has entered a Los Angeles studio with legendary producer Jack Douglas (AEROSMITH, JOHN LENNON, CLUTCH, SLASH'S SNAKEPIT, NEW YORK DOLLS) to begin recording Monroe's new solo album, tentatively due in early 2011 via Universal Music subsidiary Spinefarm Records.
Commented Monroe: "We're busy working away here in L.A. and it's going great! After five days of pre-production with Jack, we did our first day of actual recording [on Saturday, September 11]. What made it extra-special was that Lemmy [Kilmister of MOTÖRHEAD] came by to collaborate on a song, which he also sang on with me. A huge honor and great fun, too, of course. We had a real cool time and at the end of the evening he played us the new MOTÖRHEAD album, which sounded totally amazing, although it wasn't even the final mix.
"Lemmy is THE MAN! I can't wait for the U.K. tour in November with us opening up for MOTÖRHEAD!
"Yesterday [Sunday, September 12], our second day of recording, we've gotten down the basic tracks (bass, drums and guitars) for nine songs, out of the 15 we are recording. If we'll finish the basics for the remaining six songs tomorrow, we'll be nicely ahead of schedule.
"Everything's sounding brilliant already.
"Working with our producer Jack Douglas is absolutely fantastic!"
Michael Monroe's brand new live album, "Another Night In The Sun/Live In Helsinki", is set for release on September 27 via Spinefarm. Mixed in Los Angeles by Niko Bolas (whose credits include NEIL YOUNG, FRANK SINATRA, KEITH RICHARDS, KISS, SPINAL TAP and more) and mastered by Grammy winner Richard Dodd (the man behind TOM PETTY and DIXIE CHICKS), the CD — recorded on July 6 at the Tavastia Club in Helsinki, Finland — features key tracks from Monroe's solo career spiced up with selected HANOI classics, some well-chosen covers, plus two brand new, previously unreleased songs — "You're Next" and "Motorheaded For A Fall".
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14 сен 2010
WHITESNAKE Keyboardist Quits To Pursue \'Solo\' Career
 Keyboardist Timothy Drury (pictured below) has left the legendary rock band WHITESNAKE in order to "pursue a solo career."
"For over seven years now I have been fortunate enough to travel the world, to play and sing my heart out and to share the stage with David Coverdale as a part of WHITESNAKE," Drury said in a statement.
"I've learned so much from David Coverdale and this experience, about following one's heart, about being authentic, about never letting fear prevent one from pursuing one's destiny. More than ever, I see the value of what I can express as a composer and producer, photographer, songwriter, singer... as an artist. That is why I must now say my goodbyes to you all and take my leave to pursue some very important creative projects that have been brewing for some time now.
"I am currently preparing for my first photography show in the Winfield Gallery in Carmel where I will be performing my cinematic music at the opening and projecting my images and video on screens. The event will be happening as part of the Carmel Art and Film Festival, October 6th through the 10th."
WHITESNAKE singer David Coverdale said: "We are sad to lose such a valued member of the band, but, we understand, support and sincerely wish Timothy every success in his solo career & thank him for a great, fun journey together."
At this time WHITESNAKE is focusing on finishing the new studio album before seeking a replacement keyboard player.
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14 сен 2010
It\'s Official: A PERFECT CIRCLE Is Back
 A PERFECT CIRCLE has returned from its self-imposed hiatus. The band, led by Maynard James Keenan (TOOL, PUSCIFER) and Billy Howerdel (ASHES DIVIDE), will embark on a five-city tour this fall (dates and ticket on-sale information will be announced shortly). Shows in Phoenix (Marquee Theatre), Los Angeles (Avalon), Seattle (Showbox at The Market) and San Francisco (The Fillmore) will be three-night stops, with each night featuring one of A PERFECT CIRCLE's three albums ("Mer de Noms", "Thirteenth Step" and "eMOTIVe") in its entirety. Las Vegas (The Pearl) will be a two-night outing ("Mer de Noms" and "Thirteenth Step").
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14 сен 2010
Guitarist HENNY WOLTER Quits PRIMAL FEAR: 'It Just Didn't Feel Like A Band Anymore'
 Guitarist Henny Wolter has quit German power metallers PRIMAL FEAR because — in his words — "it just didn't feel like a band anymore." Wolter, who is also no longer a member of SINNER (led by PRIMAL FEAR bassist Mat Sinner), is focusing on his new band NITROGODS, also featuring ex-PRIMAL FEAR drummer Klaus Sperling and vocalist Oimel Larcher. The group's self-titled debut album is expected in early 2011.
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