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Hate Takes its Form

"Hate Takes its Form" from Denmark's DAWN OF DEMISE is a refreshing take on death metal. It is an example of understanding that "heavy" does not only mean relentless blasting, inhuman speed, or over the top technicality. The band takes a modern, groovy and violent approach with a lot of mid-tempo se...

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ALLFADER Recording New Album

Guitarist/vocalist John Erik Andersen of the Norwegian metallers ALLFADER has issued the following update: "Since the release of 'At Least We Will Die Together' in 2006, we had a period where our guitarist Per was very indifferent and not motivated to continue with the band. We didn't fire him becau...

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AVANTASIA Touring Lineup Revealed

EDGUY singer Tobias Sammet has issued the following update on his AVANTASIA solo project: "I'd like to take the opportunity to thank you for your great support. 'The Scarecrow' is an album that means a lot to me and it was quite a commercial risk to just follow my heart instead of doing exactly what...

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VOLBEAT: New Album Title Revealed

Danish metallers VOLBEAT have completed work on their third album, "Guitar Gangsters & Cadillac Blood", for a September release. The CD was recorded at Hansen studio in Ribe, Denmark with producer Jacob Hansen and contains 13 songs, seven of which share a common lyrical theme that will also be i...

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LEATHERWOLF To Guest On 'The Classic Metal Show'

LEATHERWOLF members Michael Olivieri (vocals, guitar) and Dean Roberts (drums) have scheduled a radio appearance on "The Classic Metal Show" this Tuesday, April 22 at 8 p.m EST/5 p.m. PST to discuss the band's latest album, "New World Asylum", with hosts Chris Akin and Wendell Neeley. For more infor...

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DESTRUCTION To Release 'D.E.V.O.L.U.T.I.O.N.' In August

German thrash metal veterans DESTRUCTION are scheduled to enter Hansen Studios in Ribe, Denmark today (April 21) with producer Jacob Hansen to begin recording their new album, entitled "D.E.V.O.L.U.T.I.O.N." An August 29 European release is expected. "Celebrating 25 years of DESTRUCTION is, of cours...

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LEATHERWOLF: 'Dr. Wicked (Rx O.D.)' Video Posted Online

Legendary Southern California triple axe attack LEATHERWOLF has posted a brand new video for the song "Dr. Wicked (Rx O.D.)", off the band's current studio album "New World Asylum". The clip, which was directed by Karpis Makusdian (who also lensed the group's 2006 video for "Behind the Gun"),can be...

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STORMWARRIOR: 'Heading Northe' To Receive U.S. Release Next Week

Locomotive Records has set an April 22 North American release date for the third studio album from Germany's STORMWARRIOR, entitled "Heading Northe", The CD, which was released in Europe in February via Dockyard 1, was recorded at the group's own Thunderhall Studios and was mixed with Piet Sielck (S...

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MOONSORROW, TR Release Joint Videotaped Statement Rejecting 'Nazi Sympathizer' Rumors

Finnish folk/pagan metal band MOONSORROW and Faroe Islands metallers TR, who are currently touring European together under the Paganfest Europe banner (alongside ENSIFERUM, KORPIKLAANI, and ELUVEITIE) have released a joint videotaped statement rejecting rumors that they are Nazi sympathizers in the...

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VOLBEAT's Debut Album Certified Gold In Denmark

"The Strength, The Sound, The Songs", the debut album from Danish metallers VOLBEAT, has been certified gold in Denmark for sales in excess of 20,000 copies. The CD in 2006 became the first Danish heavy rock release in over 10 years to break the national Top 20. VOLBEAT's sophomore album, "Rock the...

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Former ADAGIO Singer Joins TAKARA

Long-running American hard rock band TAKARA, whose early recordings featured the vocals of legendary singer Jeff Scott Soto (TALISMAN, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, JOURNEY),has announced the addition of former ADAGIO frontman Gustavo Monsanto to the group's ranks. Monsanto will make his recording debut with T...

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GAIA EPICUS: More 'Damnation' Guest Musicians Revealed

Norwegian power metallers GAIA EPICUS have issued the following update: "Here is the final names for the guest musicians appearing on [the new GAIA EPICUS album 'Damnation']. Renato Tribuzy (TRIBUZY) will do some vocals on one song of the new album. Renato is a great singer and he has worked with st...

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STARBREAKER Completes Work On New Album

Tony Harnell (TNT, WESTWORLD, MORNING WOOD),Magnus Karlsson (ALLEN LANDE, PRIMAL FEAR) and John Macaluso (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, TNT, ARK) have finished recording the much-anticipated new STARBREAKER CD entitled "Love's Dying Wish". Written and produced by Harnell and Karlsson, the tracks have now been...

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FUELBLOODED: Video Footage From Recording Studio Posted Online

Dutch melodic death/thrash act FUELBLOODED (formerly SACRAMENTAL SACHEM) has entered the studio to begin recording its sophomore album, tentatively titled "Off the Face of the Earth". Watch video footage from the recording studio below. "Off the Face of the Earth" track listing: 01. When Passion Die...

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VOLBEAT Cancels PROGPOWER USA Appearance

Denmark's VOLBEAT has cancelled its appearance at the ProgPower USA IX festival, which is set to return to Center Stage in Atlanta on September 26 and September 27. A detailed explanation from ProgPower USA promoter Glenn Harveston of the circumstances surrounding VOLBEAT's cancellation can be found...