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ADAMANTRA: Another Song Posted Online

Finnish progressive metallers ADAMANTRA have posted the song "Beyond Disillusions" on their MySpace page. The track comes off the group's debut album, which is currently being mixed by Mikko Mustonen (best known for his work with NORTHERN KINGS, a band consisting of members of NIGHTWISH and SONATA A...

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SONIC SYNDICATE Putting Finishing Touches On New Album

Swedish newcomers SONIC SYNDICATE are currently putting the finishing touches on their second record for Nuclear Blast and third album overall. Commented vocalist Richard Sjunnesson: "We're currently in the studio putting the last touches on our vocal tracks before the new album goes into the mixing...

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SONATA ARCTICA: U.S. Headlining Dates Announced

Finnish melodic metallers SONATA ARCTICA have announced select "off-night" U.S. headline dates this fall during their tour in support of NIGHTWISH. The dates are on sale now exclusively through EnterTheVault.com until May 28 when they will be made available through all normal ticketing systems. The...

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NIGHTWISH: New Video Interview Available

Hardsound TV conducted an interview with NIGHTWISH members Marco Hietala (bass, vocals) and Anette Olzon (vocals) prior to the last show of the band's European tour on April 19, 2008 at Lisbon, Portugal's Coliseum. Watch the chat below. "The Islander", the new single from NIGHTWISH, will be released...

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GRAND MAGUS To Release 'Iron Will' In June

Swedish powerhouse GRAND MAGUS, which features in its ranks current SPIRITUAL BEGGARS frontman Janne Christoffersson, will release its fourth full-length album, "Iron Will", on June 9 via Rise Above Records. The CD was once again recorded in Stockholm, with Oneman acting as engineer and co-producer....

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OPERATIKA Seeks New Bassist

New Jersey-based symphonic/power metallers OPERATIKA are seeking a new bassist. Requirements are as follows * Must have transportation * Must be able to practice once or twice a week * Must have good gear * Must want to play lots of shows (local and out-of-state) Interested parties can contact the g...

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TARJA TURUNEN Schedules Warsaw Signing Session

Former NIGHTWISH singer Tarja Turunen will take part in a signing session at the Empik Megastore - Nowy Swiat in Warsaw, Poland on May 13, one day after her show in in the city. The session will begin at 12 noon. Turunen released her new solo album, "My Winter Storm", in the U.S. at the ...

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NIGHTWISH: Sayreville Show Cancelled

Finnish/Swedish symphonic metallers NIGHTWISH have cancelled the first show (May 5 at the Starland Ballroom in Sayreville, New Jersey) of their previously announced spring 2008 U.S. tour due to logistical reasons. According to a source familiar with the situation, NIGHTWISH's gear was to fly from Me...

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NIGHTWISH, SONATA ARCTICA: New York City Show Added In September

The final show of NIGHTWISH's fall 2008 U.S. tour with support from SONATA ARCTICA will take place on September 27 at the Nokia Theater in New York City. The schedule is now shaping up as follows: Aug. 29 - Philadelphia, PA @ The Trocadero Aug. 30 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium Sep. 04 - ...

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NIGHTWISH: Video Footage From Lyon In-Store Posted Online

France's Radio Metal has posted a nine-minute report from NIGHTWISH's April 9, 2008 in-store appearance in Lyon. The French-language clip, which features interviews with fans, can be viewed below. "The Islander", the new single from NIGHTWISH, will be released on May 21 and will include the followin...

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NEGATIVE Signs With WARNER MUSIC

Finnish hard/glam rockers NEGATIVE have reportedly inked a new deal with Warner Music. The group was previously signed to Roadrunner Records for all territories outside Scandinavia, Italy, Russia and Japan. In other news, NEGATIVE lead singer Jonne Aaron and guitarist Larry Love were the featured mu...

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AMORPHIS To Be Interviewed On Greek TV This Wednesday

On Wednesday, April 23, Greece's Omega TV will broadcast an interview with AMORPHIS on the "Evolution" show, starting at 8 p.m. local time. For more information, go to this location. The Hard Way's interview with Tomi Joutsen and Esa Holopainen of AMORPHIS can be viewed below. AMORPHIS' latest album...

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NEGATIVE To Perform On Sweden's 'Nyhetsmorgon'

Finnish hard/glam rockers NEGATIVE will be the featured musical guests on the "Nyhetsmorgon" program on Sweden's TV4's on Monday, April 21. The band will perform two songs: the new single "Won't Let Go" and "The Moment of our Love". "Won't Let Go" is available for streaming on the group's MySpace pa...

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NIGHTWISH Performs PAIN 'Cover' In Lisbon; Video Available

Swedish metallers PAIN, who just completed a European tour as the support act for NIGHTWISH, have issued the following update: "Wow!!! The show last night [Saturday, April 19 in Lisbon, Portugal] was... special. To all of you who weren't there, Peter [Tgtgren, PAIN guitarist/vocalist] brought everyb...

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PAIN Checks In From 'Country #18'

Swedish metallers PAIN, who are currently on the road in Europe as the support act for NIGHTWISH, have issued the following update: "Two days ago we arrived to country #18, the last country for us on this tour. Our arrival day was also a day off which we spent with NIGHTWISH at their hotel. No ...