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XERATH Covers MICHAEL JACKSON's 'Speed Demon'; Audio Available
U.K. modern cutting-edge orchestral metal band XERATH has released its cover version of MICHAEL JACKSON's "Speed Demon" as a digital download via iTunes and Amazon. The track was released simultaneously with XERATH's new single, "Unite To Defy". When asked why they decided to cover a MICHAEL JACKSON...March 30, 2011
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PAIN: First 'You Only Live Twice' Trailer Released
The first in a series of trailers for "You Only Live Twice", the seventh album from PAIN, the Swedish industrial metal outfit led by musician and producer Peter Tägtgren, can be viewed below. The CD will be released on June 3 via Nuclear Blast Records. "You Only Live Twice" final track listing: 01....March 30, 2011
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PAIN: 'You Only Live Twice' Artwork Unveiled
PAIN, the Swedish industrial metal outfit led by musician and producer Peter Tägtgren, will release its seventh album, "You Only Live Twice", on June 3 via Nuclear Blast Records. "You Only Live Twice" final track listing: 01. Let Me Out 02. Feed The Demons 03. The Great Pretender 04. You Only Live T...March 22, 2011
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WINTERUS To Release 'In Carbon Mysticism' in April
Michigan-based black metallers WINTERUS have set an April 26 release date for their Lifeforce Records debut, "In Carbon Mysticism". According to a press release, the band is hoping the CD "will push the boundaries of black metal further than ever before, by creating a genre-defying psychedelic lands...March 17, 2011
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PAIN Mainman Confirms New Album Title
Swedish industrial metal outfit PAIN, the solo project of musician and producer Peter Tägtgren, will release its seventh album, "You Only Live Twice", on June 3 via Nuclear Blast Records. Commented Tägtgren: "[The title] has nothing to do with James Bond. I am sure i will hear this for the rest of m...March 15, 2011
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SCALE THE SUMMIT: 'The Collective' First-Week Sales Revealed
"The Collective", the third album from Houston-based progressive instrumentalists SCALE THE SUMMIT, sold around 1,000 copies in the United States in its first week of release. The CD landed at position No. 39 on the Top New Artist Albums (Heatseekers) chart, which lists the best-selling albums by ne...March 9, 2011
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PAIN Mainman Discusses 'Heavier', 'Darker' New Album In Video Interview
Kaaos TV conducted a video interview with PAIN/HYPOCRISY mainman Peter Tägtgren on February 18 at Sonic Pump Studios in Helsinki, Finland. When asked how PAIN's forthcoming album, which is tentatively titled "You Only Live Twice", compares to the group's previous releases, Peter said, "It's definite...March 4, 2011
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PAIN: New Album Track Listing Revealed
Swedish metallers PAIN, who are led by HYPOCRISY mainman Peter Tägtgren, will release their as-yet-untitled new album on June 3 via Nuclear Blast Records. The follow-up to 2008's "Cynic Paradise" was recently described by NIGHTWISH singer Anette Olzon — who also happens to be the girlfriend of PAIN...March 3, 2011
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XERATH: New Album Artwork Unveiled; First Song Available For Streaming
U.K. modern cutting-edge orchestral metal band XERATH will release its sophomore album, simply titled "II", on April 25 via Candlelight Records. The follow-up to 2009's "I" is described in a press release as "a huge and fully refined slab of XERATH's unique sound from the production genius of Jacob...March 2, 2011
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BETZEFER: Entire New Album Available For Streaming
"Freedom To The Slave Makers", the forthcoming album from Israeli metallers BETZEFER, is available for streaming in its entirety at the band's Facebook page. The CD will be released worldwide on February 18 via AFM Records. "Freedom To The Slave Makers" was recorded with acclaimed producer Warren Ri...February 16, 2011
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SCALE THE SUMMIT: New Song Available For Streaming
"Gallows", a brand new song from Houston-based progressive instrumentalists SCALE THE SUMMIT, can be streamed at this location. The track comes off the band's third album, "The Collective", which will released on March 1 via Prosthetic Records. The follow-up to 2009's "Carving Desert Canyons" was re...February 14, 2011
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Former ATHEIST/CYNIC Bassist Launches SYNKRONIZITY
SYNKRONIZITY, the new project led by former ATHEIST/CYNIC bassist Tony Choy, has completed work on its debut album for a May release. The cover artwork for the CD is being created by Eliran Kantor, who has previously worked with ATHEIST, TESTAMENT, SIGH, ANACRUSIS and GWAR, among others. Commented C...February 11, 2011
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PAIN Putting Finishing Touches On New Album
Swedish metallers PAIN, who are led by HYPOCRISY mainman Peter Tägtgren, are working on the follow-up to 2008's "Cynic Paradise". NIGHTWISH singer Anette Olzon, who also happens to be the girlfriend of PAIN bassist Johan Husgafvel, writes on her official blog that Tägtgren is putting the finishing t...February 9, 2011
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THE FACELESS Re-Signs With SUMERIAN RECORDS
Los Angeles- based progressive death metal titans THE FACELESS have re-signed with Sumerian Records. The band will enter guitarist's Michael Keene's studio in March to begin recording its third album for a summer release. Commented Sumerian Records founder Ash Avildsen: "Of every signing in the hist...February 8, 2011
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'Mean Deviation' Author Names 2010's Top Ten in Prog Metal (And Beyond!)
Jeff Wagner, author of the acclaimed book "Mean Deviation: Four Decades of Progressive Heavy Metal", explains his list of 2010's best prog metal releases (and more!) online at the Bazillion Points blog. Recapping a banner year for progressive metal, Wagner's picks include releases by ENSLAVED, CYNIC...February 1, 2011
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