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Nightwish: Studio Repost and Photos
Finland's NIGHTWISH have posted more photos from the recording sessions for their new album, "Once", at their official web site. Check out the slide-show at this location: http://www.nightwish.com/pics/diary/25022004/phpslideshow.php
As previously reported, "Once" is tentatively due in June through Spinefarm/Universal Records in Finland and Nuclear Blast in continental Europe. A release date for the U.S. has yet to be confirmed. Songtitles set to appear on the CD include "Nemo" (first single/video), "I Wish I Had An Angel" (projected second single/video), "The Siren", "Higher Than Hope" and "Dark Chest Of Wonders".
NIGHTWISH recently shot a video for "Nemo" with renowned director Antti Jokinen, who has previously directed music videos for such international artists as CELINE DION, EMINEM and SHANIA TWAIN.
As previously reported, "Once" is tentatively due in June through Spinefarm/Universal Records in Finland and Nuclear Blast in continental Europe. A release date for the U.S. has yet to be confirmed. Songtitles set to appear on the CD include "Nemo" (first single/video), "I Wish I Had An Angel" (projected second single/video), "The Siren", "Higher Than Hope" and "Dark Chest Of Wonders".
NIGHTWISH recently shot a video for "Nemo" with renowned director Antti Jokinen, who has previously directed music videos for such international artists as CELINE DION, EMINEM and SHANIA TWAIN.
| Band profile: | Nightwish |
DEICIDE: 'Scars Of The Crucifix' Video Online
DEICIDE's video for the title track to their new album, "Scars of the Crucifix", has been posted online for viewing at the Earache Records web site. Check it out here:http://www.earache.com/bands/deicide/deicide_scars_video/player.html
As previously reported, the "Scars of the Crucifix" clip was shot in Nottingham, U.K. by acclaimed director Pete Bridgewater (THE HAUNTED, DECEMBER). It marks the first time in DEICIDE's 15-year-existence that they have filmed a promotional video for one of their songs.
As previously reported, the "Scars of the Crucifix" clip was shot in Nottingham, U.K. by acclaimed director Pete Bridgewater (THE HAUNTED, DECEMBER). It marks the first time in DEICIDE's 15-year-existence that they have filmed a promotional video for one of their songs.
| Band profile: | Deicide |
Nevermore re-sign with Century media?
NEVERMORE are on the verge of signing a new deal with Century Media Records, informed sources have told BLABBERMOUTH.NET.
Despite the band's much-publicized troubles with the label, NEVERMORE are believed to have negotiated a new contract with Century Media that will provide them with the kind of financial backing they felt was missing during the recording process for their latest CD, 2003's "Enemies Of Reality".
In a posting to the band's official forum, singer Warrel Dane indicated that the band have already signed a new contract, but implied that the deal has not yet been finalized. Dane also revealed that the group will be shooting a video for the song "I, Voyager" within the next month, in addition to making plans for a headline U.S. tour that will take place in the spring.
NEVERMORE's most recent studio album, 2003's "Enemies Of Reality", marked the final album under the group's previous contract with Century Media Records. The band, who feature in their ranks former members of the popular '80s power metal act SANCTUARY, were very vocal about their dissatisfaction with the label at the time, with Dane blaming Century Media for "cut budget down to shit for because we wouldn't re-sign with them until after the album was done."
Taken from Blabbermouth.net
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Despite the band's much-publicized troubles with the label, NEVERMORE are believed to have negotiated a new contract with Century Media that will provide them with the kind of financial backing they felt was missing during the recording process for their latest CD, 2003's "Enemies Of Reality".
In a posting to the band's official forum, singer Warrel Dane indicated that the band have already signed a new contract, but implied that the deal has not yet been finalized. Dane also revealed that the group will be shooting a video for the song "I, Voyager" within the next month, in addition to making plans for a headline U.S. tour that will take place in the spring.
NEVERMORE's most recent studio album, 2003's "Enemies Of Reality", marked the final album under the group's previous contract with Century Media Records. The band, who feature in their ranks former members of the popular '80s power metal act SANCTUARY, were very vocal about their dissatisfaction with the label at the time, with Dane blaming Century Media for "cut budget down to shit for because we wouldn't re-sign with them until after the album was done."
Taken from Blabbermouth.net
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| Band profile: | Nevermore |
H.I.M. Confirmed For PROVINSSIROCK Festival
Finnish goth-metallers H.I.M. will make their only Finnish festival appearance this summer at Provinssirock in Seinäjoki on June 19. Other confirmed acts include EXODUS, THE HIVES, HYPOCRISY, DAVID BOWIE, STARSAILOR and THE DISTILLERS. Three-day tickets will go on sale March 1. More info at www.provinssi.fi.
As previously reported, H.I.M. will be issuing a "best of" collection, "And Love Said No - The Greatest Hits 1997-2004", on March 15 through BMG/EMI Music. A limited-edition version of the CD will include a special DVD containing five 5.1-mixed live tracks recorded at Semifinal in Helsinki in April-May 2003.
Taken from Blabbermouth.net
As previously reported, H.I.M. will be issuing a "best of" collection, "And Love Said No - The Greatest Hits 1997-2004", on March 15 through BMG/EMI Music. A limited-edition version of the CD will include a special DVD containing five 5.1-mixed live tracks recorded at Semifinal in Helsinki in April-May 2003.
Taken from Blabbermouth.net
| Band profile: | HIM |
Yngwie Malmsteen... Ringtunes?
Sony Music Mobile has released four Yngwie Malmsteen ringtones for fans to download. The clips are as follows:
01. Baroque & Roll
02. Majestic Blue
03. Ship of Fools
04. Stronghold
Check them out here:
http://www.sonymusicmobile.com/hub/sonymusic/dispatcher/browse'sid=31926852787a9357db9d207956e922a3&s=YNGWIE+MALMSTEEN
01. Baroque & Roll
02. Majestic Blue
03. Ship of Fools
04. Stronghold
Check them out here:
http://www.sonymusicmobile.com/hub/sonymusic/dispatcher/browse'sid=31926852787a9357db9d207956e922a3&s=YNGWIE+MALMSTEEN
| Band profile: | Yngwie Malmsteen |
Iron Maiden: low sales?
Despite mostly favorable reviews, IRON MAIDEN's latest CD, "Dance of Death", appears to be selling much more slowly in the U.S. than its predecessor, 2000's "Brave New World". According to the latest Nielsen SoundScan figures, "Brave New World" has shifted 271,050 copies in the U.S. so far, while its follow-up effort has registered a total sales tally of only 119,851.
"Dance Of Death" sold 40,308 copies during its first week of release last September to debut at No. 18 on The Billboard 200 chart. That number was in line with the first-week tally of "Brave New World", which moved 37,618 copies in June 2000 to land at No. 39 on The Billboard 200 chart.
"Dance Of Death" sold 40,308 copies during its first week of release last September to debut at No. 18 on The Billboard 200 chart. That number was in line with the first-week tally of "Brave New World", which moved 37,618 copies in June 2000 to land at No. 39 on The Billboard 200 chart.
| Band profile: | Iron Maiden |
Meshuggah - name of the new album
Swedish experimental extreme metallers MESHUGGAH have set "Catch 33" as the title of their new full-length album, tentatively due this fall as part of a new recording agreement with Nuclear Blast Records (as first reported here yesterday). MESHUGGAH's last album under their previous contract with Nuclear Blast was 2002's "Nothing". It is not presently clear if MESHUGGAH will go ahead with their previously announced plans to record a one-song EP (clocking in at over 20 minutes) for Fractured Transmitter Records (the label formed by MUSHROOMHEAD vocalist Jason Mann).
| Band profile: | Meshuggah |
D Townsend - Complete update
The following message was posted on Devin Townsend's (STRAPPING YOUNG LAD) official web site:
"The two records that Devin had intended to release before Christmas were delayed by his schedule. They are finished, just the graphics are being finalised now and they should be submitted for printing within a couple of weeks, available to order 4-6 weeks from there. Also, the tablatures that Devin was starting requires some sort of guitar module to do what he planned. The module has been ordered but he will be busy with production for at least the next 4 weeks.
"You probably read on the web that Byron has recently joined FEAR FACTORY for their upcoming tour and maybe more . However It doesn't affect his membership is and Byron is still a fervent LAD.
"Lastly, In order to clear room in the warehouse we posted a bunch of inventory on Ebay at reduced prices to clear it out . Unfortunately because of our water main (located in the stocked full storage space) that broke, the headquarters is under 2 feet of waters. we are very sorry to say that the majority of the cool stuff we had for you has been destroyed ? along with a hell of a lot of uninsured HDR inventory.
"Anyone want some slightly soggy compact discs? How about really sopping wet ones? Souvenirs of the great HDR flood? We will soon put a temporary merchandise page on the HDR site called 'flood memorabilia'. Devin will sign the damaged CDs and we hope that people may be willing to contribute to helping out by buying an autographed ruined CD
"To finish, we will soon launch the The Hevydevy Records Official Forums. The board is now finished, the transfer to a new domain has been done and we hope that a lot of fans will join the community. We'll keep you informed about the launching..."
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"The two records that Devin had intended to release before Christmas were delayed by his schedule. They are finished, just the graphics are being finalised now and they should be submitted for printing within a couple of weeks, available to order 4-6 weeks from there. Also, the tablatures that Devin was starting requires some sort of guitar module to do what he planned. The module has been ordered but he will be busy with production for at least the next 4 weeks.
"You probably read on the web that Byron has recently joined FEAR FACTORY for their upcoming tour and maybe more . However It doesn't affect his membership is and Byron is still a fervent LAD.
"Lastly, In order to clear room in the warehouse we posted a bunch of inventory on Ebay at reduced prices to clear it out . Unfortunately because of our water main (located in the stocked full storage space) that broke, the headquarters is under 2 feet of waters. we are very sorry to say that the majority of the cool stuff we had for you has been destroyed ? along with a hell of a lot of uninsured HDR inventory.
"Anyone want some slightly soggy compact discs? How about really sopping wet ones? Souvenirs of the great HDR flood? We will soon put a temporary merchandise page on the HDR site called 'flood memorabilia'. Devin will sign the damaged CDs and we hope that people may be willing to contribute to helping out by buying an autographed ruined CD
"To finish, we will soon launch the The Hevydevy Records Official Forums. The board is now finished, the transfer to a new domain has been done and we hope that a lot of fans will join the community. We'll keep you informed about the launching..."
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| Band profile: | Devin Townsend |
Nevermore sign new deal, films video
NEVERMORE frontman Warrel Dane has posted the following message on the band's official message board:
"We're doing a video for 'I, Voyager' within the next month, we just signed a new record deal , we're working on a headline U.S. tour at the moment and we're writing a bunch of new tunes." With regards to which label the group are now signed to, Warrel said, "we will announce that when all the paperwork is processed."
NEVERMORE's most recent studio album, 2003's "Enemies Of Reality", marked the final album under the group's previous contract with Century Media Records. The band, who feature in their ranks former members of the popular '80s power metal act SANCTUARY, were very vocal about their dissatisfaction with their previous label, whom Dane blamed for "cut budget down to shit for because we wouldn't re-sign with them until after the album was done."
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"We're doing a video for 'I, Voyager' within the next month, we just signed a new record deal , we're working on a headline U.S. tour at the moment and we're writing a bunch of new tunes." With regards to which label the group are now signed to, Warrel said, "we will announce that when all the paperwork is processed."
NEVERMORE's most recent studio album, 2003's "Enemies Of Reality", marked the final album under the group's previous contract with Century Media Records. The band, who feature in their ranks former members of the popular '80s power metal act SANCTUARY, were very vocal about their dissatisfaction with their previous label, whom Dane blamed for "cut budget down to shit for because we wouldn't re-sign with them until after the album was done."
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| Band profile: | Nevermore |
W.A.S.P. New Album!
"The Neon God: Part One - The Rise" is scheduled for release on April 6 through Sanctuary/Metal-Is Records.
Described as "a conceptual rock opera that explores the tragedy and consequences of one boy's search for acceptance and purpose in his existence," "The Neon God: Part One - The Rise" reportedly "delves into such deeply emotional (and personal) inquiries, such as where does one fit into the great cosmic enigma? How does love fit into the equation? Should I use my gifts and talents for good or for evil?" according to a press release. "These are the primary thoughts all people have regarding their existence at one time or another. When addressed by a youth and coupled with an extreme dose of fear, a lethal combination develops."
"Part One - The Rise" tells the story of an abused and orphaned boy who finds that he has the ability to read and manipulate people. By utilizing his gifts, he is able to build a following whose devotion and allegiance create a loyalty so intense that he is poised to become a dark Messiah for the 21st Century.
"The Neon God: Part One - The Rise" track listing:
01. Overture
02. Why Am I Here
03. Wishing Well
04. Sister Sadie (And the Black Habits)
05. (Why Am) I Nothing
06. Underature
07. Asylum #9
08. Red Room of the Rising Sun
09. What I'll Never Find
10. Someone To Love Me
11. X.T.C. Riders
12. Me and the Devil
13. Running Man
14. The Raging Storm
"The Neon God: Part One - The Rise" features the lineup of Blackie Lawless (vocals), Frankie Banali (drums), Mike Dud (bass), and Darrell Roberts (guitar).
Part 2 of "The Neon God" story will be released by Sanctuary/Metal-Is Records over the summer and will complete the story.
Described as "a conceptual rock opera that explores the tragedy and consequences of one boy's search for acceptance and purpose in his existence," "The Neon God: Part One - The Rise" reportedly "delves into such deeply emotional (and personal) inquiries, such as where does one fit into the great cosmic enigma? How does love fit into the equation? Should I use my gifts and talents for good or for evil?" according to a press release. "These are the primary thoughts all people have regarding their existence at one time or another. When addressed by a youth and coupled with an extreme dose of fear, a lethal combination develops."
"Part One - The Rise" tells the story of an abused and orphaned boy who finds that he has the ability to read and manipulate people. By utilizing his gifts, he is able to build a following whose devotion and allegiance create a loyalty so intense that he is poised to become a dark Messiah for the 21st Century.
"The Neon God: Part One - The Rise" track listing:
01. Overture
02. Why Am I Here
03. Wishing Well
04. Sister Sadie (And the Black Habits)
05. (Why Am) I Nothing
06. Underature
07. Asylum #9
08. Red Room of the Rising Sun
09. What I'll Never Find
10. Someone To Love Me
11. X.T.C. Riders
12. Me and the Devil
13. Running Man
14. The Raging Storm
"The Neon God: Part One - The Rise" features the lineup of Blackie Lawless (vocals), Frankie Banali (drums), Mike Dud (bass), and Darrell Roberts (guitar).
Part 2 of "The Neon God" story will be released by Sanctuary/Metal-Is Records over the summer and will complete the story.
| Band profile: | W.A.S.P. |
Insision - soon in studio
According to INSISION's official website (www.insision.com) the swedish brutal death metal band will enter Soundlab Studios in Orebro, Sweden on March 4th to record their new album, Revealed And Worshipped. The album will be produced by Mieszko Talarczyk (NASUM).
Lullacry - In recording studio
LULLACRY have posted the following recording update at their official website (www.lullacry.com):
"Lullacry has been busy this week! Some new material has been recorded at the Astia Studios, Lappeenranta, Finland with Mr. Anssi Kippo. You can definitely expect some kick ass rockin´ heavy metal to be released within this year as a single or EP. The Music is produced by A. Kippo and Sami Vauhkonen and will be mixed at the Finnvox Studios by Mikko Karmila. You can also expect to see some pictures from the recording sessions soon. ROK!!!"
As previously reported, Lullacry's upcoming studio album, Killer, will feature the following tracks: 'Zero', 'Fire Within', 'The Stranger In You', 'The No. 1 Rebel', 'Close Your Eyes', 'Killing Time', 'King Of Pain', 'Fate', 'You Are The One'. The album will hit stores in January 2005.
Also, Lullacry will do their first-ever tour of North America with NIGHTWISH, which is set to take place in late August/early September 2004. A three-week-tour will include 14 shows all over North-America.
"Lullacry has been busy this week! Some new material has been recorded at the Astia Studios, Lappeenranta, Finland with Mr. Anssi Kippo. You can definitely expect some kick ass rockin´ heavy metal to be released within this year as a single or EP. The Music is produced by A. Kippo and Sami Vauhkonen and will be mixed at the Finnvox Studios by Mikko Karmila. You can also expect to see some pictures from the recording sessions soon. ROK!!!"
As previously reported, Lullacry's upcoming studio album, Killer, will feature the following tracks: 'Zero', 'Fire Within', 'The Stranger In You', 'The No. 1 Rebel', 'Close Your Eyes', 'Killing Time', 'King Of Pain', 'Fate', 'You Are The One'. The album will hit stores in January 2005.
Also, Lullacry will do their first-ever tour of North America with NIGHTWISH, which is set to take place in late August/early September 2004. A three-week-tour will include 14 shows all over North-America.
| Band profile: | Lullacry |
Hecate Enthroned - split with the singer
HECATE ENTHRONED have split with vocalist Dean. The singer has posted the following message at the band's official website (www.hecate-enthroned.co.uk):
"After over five years of being in Hecate Enthroned I have decided to hang up my vocal chords and call it a day. Hecate Enthroned wants to go to the next level, this is something I'm not completely at ease with, nor is it something I particularly want to be a part of. I certainly don't hold this against the band, I understand the need for progression, however it is not for me.
I would like to thank Rob, Daz, Dylan, Nige and Andy for the best roller coaster ride I have been on and wish them all the best with Redimus.
As for my future plans, nothing is certain except that no doubt I will be rearing my ugly head in the future, where and when is anybodys guess though. Watch this space!
Darkest Regards, Dean."
In other Hecate Enthroned news, the band entered The Blueroom Studios in Manchester, UK on January 3rd to record their forthcoming album, Redimus. The album is expected to be released in April or May. The band produced the effort themselves.
Says the band, "The name Redimus was chosen, it means 'We return' in Latin, self explanatory really. We feel the songs are much stronger than before, better crafted, we feel we have achieved a good balance between esoteric and all out brutality."
Tracks to appear on the new album include: 'No One Hears', 'An Eternal Belief - I Am Born Part III', 'The Shining Delight', 'Headhunter', 'Soil Of Sin', 'The Face Of Betrayal', 'Choose Misanthropy', 'As Fire', 'Overriding Imagination' and three more as-yet-unamed tracks, two of which are instrumentals.
"After over five years of being in Hecate Enthroned I have decided to hang up my vocal chords and call it a day. Hecate Enthroned wants to go to the next level, this is something I'm not completely at ease with, nor is it something I particularly want to be a part of. I certainly don't hold this against the band, I understand the need for progression, however it is not for me.
I would like to thank Rob, Daz, Dylan, Nige and Andy for the best roller coaster ride I have been on and wish them all the best with Redimus.
As for my future plans, nothing is certain except that no doubt I will be rearing my ugly head in the future, where and when is anybodys guess though. Watch this space!
Darkest Regards, Dean."
In other Hecate Enthroned news, the band entered The Blueroom Studios in Manchester, UK on January 3rd to record their forthcoming album, Redimus. The album is expected to be released in April or May. The band produced the effort themselves.
Says the band, "The name Redimus was chosen, it means 'We return' in Latin, self explanatory really. We feel the songs are much stronger than before, better crafted, we feel we have achieved a good balance between esoteric and all out brutality."
Tracks to appear on the new album include: 'No One Hears', 'An Eternal Belief - I Am Born Part III', 'The Shining Delight', 'Headhunter', 'Soil Of Sin', 'The Face Of Betrayal', 'Choose Misanthropy', 'As Fire', 'Overriding Imagination' and three more as-yet-unamed tracks, two of which are instrumentals.
Metalstorm voted 4th for best website of the year
Thanx to all the people who voted for metalstorm in the online metal awards... Thanks to you all, metalstorm has ended up in fourth position, which is a really good result after only two years of existence. So congratulations to Ivan the founder, Dream Taster our great Webmaster and to all the staff and forum members and casual visitors for your great support... The first seat is in sight!!!
Complete results here: http://www.onlinemetalawards.com/
Complete results here: http://www.onlinemetalawards.com/
New After Forever album to be released on March 25
After Forever's long-awaited, new album 'Invisible Circles'
will be released on 25 March 2004.
The concept album has the following tracklisting:
1. Childhood In Minor
2. Beautiful Emptiness
3. Between Love And Fire
4. Sins Of Idealism
5. Eccentric
6. Digital Deceit
7. Through Square Eyes
8. Blind Pain
9. Two Sides
10. Victim Of Choices
11. Refelctions
12. Life's Vortex
will be released on 25 March 2004.
The concept album has the following tracklisting:
1. Childhood In Minor
2. Beautiful Emptiness
3. Between Love And Fire
4. Sins Of Idealism
5. Eccentric
6. Digital Deceit
7. Through Square Eyes
8. Blind Pain
9. Two Sides
10. Victim Of Choices
11. Refelctions
12. Life's Vortex
| Band profile: | After Forever |