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THERION: New Album Artwork Unveiled

Swedish progressive/experimental metallers THERION will release their new album, "Sitra Ahra", in September via Nuclear Blast Records. The CD was mixed at the legendary Polar Studios in Stockholm by Lennart Östlund (LED ZEPPELIN, ABBA). The cover artwork was created by Thomas Ewerhard, who worked on...

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THERION: New Album Track Listing Revealed

Swedish progressive/experimental metallers THERION will release their new album, "Sitra Ahra", in September via Nuclear Blast Records. The CD was mixed at the legendary Polar Studios in Stockholm by Lennart Östlund (LED ZEPPELIN, ABBA),who commented, "What you have made here is truly unique." "Sitr...

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THERION Announces New Guitarist

Swedish progressive/experimental metallers THERION have recruited Christian Vidal from Argentina as the band's new guitarist. Vidal made his live debut with THERION on June 4, 2010 in Mexico City. Fan-filmed video footage of the concert can be viewed below. Christian Vidal was born in Zarate, Buenos...

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THERION: Mexican, South American Dates Announced

Swedish progressive/experimental metallers THERION have scheduled the following dates in Mexico and South America: Oct. 01 - Argentina - Buenos Aires - El Teatro Flores Oct. 03 - Brazil - Sao Paulo - Carioca Club Oct. 05 - Chile - Santiago de Chile - Teatro Teleton Oct. 06 - Peru - Lima - Teatro de...

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THERION Completes Work On New Album

Swedish progressive/experimental metallers THERION have completed work on their new album, "Sitra Ahra". The CD was mixed at the legendary Polar Studios in Stockholm by Lennart Östlund (LED ZEPPELIN, ABBA),who commented, "What you have made here is truly unique." 13 songs were recorded for the CD,...

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Former TIGERTAILZ Frontman's Solo Album To Receive North American Release

Former TIGERTAILZ frontman Steevi Jaimz's new solo album, "My Private Hell", will receive a North American release in June via Jamsync Music. SCS Records, in collaboration with Jamsync Music, struck a deal to release the CD, which will contain additional bonus material as well as a facelift in the f...

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M.ILL.ION To Enter Studio In February

Swedish melodic rockers M.ILL.ION will enter the studio in February to begin recording their next album, tentatively due before the end of the year via Metal Heaven in Europe. Songtitles set to appear on the CD include "Test Of Time", "Everyday Hero", "Sane And Insanity" and "I Raise My Glass". Comm...

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Report: ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME May Jump Ahead Five Years To Get Stars

According to Roger Friedman of Showbiz 411, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is considering changing its charter that says that in order to be inducted, a band or act isn't eligible until 25 years have passed since its first record release. By altering the rules so that it only takes 20 ...

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CHRIS LANEY's New Solo Album To Feature Guest Appearances By BRUCE KULICK, CONNY BLOOM

Swedish songwriter/producer/artist Chris Laney is working on material for his second solo album at Polar Studios in Stockholm. Tentatively due in the spring, the CD will feature collaborations and guest appearances by Bruce Kulick (KISS, UNION, GRAND FUNK RAILROAD) and Conny Bloom (HANOI ROCKS, ELEC...

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BURST: Video Footage, Photos Of Farewell Concert Posted Online

Sweden's BURST played its last show ever this past Friday, December 18 at Sticky Fingers in Gothenburg. The band performed two sets, the first consisting of BURST's latest album, "Lazarus Bird", from beginning to end, including songs like "Momentum" and "City Cloaked", which had never been played li...

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KISS Snubbed By ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME

KISS, nominated for the first time this year for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame after being snubbed for a decade, was left out of the honors. The 25th annual induction ceremony will be held on March 15 at the Waldorf-Astoria in New York City. ABBA, GENESIS, JIMMY CLIFF, THE HOLLIES an...

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M.ILL.ION Announces New Keyboardist

Swedish melodic rockers M.ILL.ION have announced the addition of keyboardist Angelo Modafferi from Australia to the group's ranks. Commented M.ILL.ION's B.J Laneby: "Angelo is exactly what we were looking for: great musician, rock' n roll attitude and he's singing backing vocals. And we have already...

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BURST: Details Of Last-Ever Show Announced

Sweden's BURST will play its last show ever on Friday, December 18 at Sticky Fingers in Gothenburg. According to the band, "There will be a bunch of cool giveaways, including the rare, out-of-print CDEP 'In Coveting Ways' to the first 100 through the door." In addition, the entire show will be filme...

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DARK TRANQUILLITY's 'Where Death Is Most Alive' Tops Swedish Music DVD Chart

"Where Death Is Most Alive", the new DVD from Swedish melodic death metallers DARK TRANQUILLITY, has entered the Music DVD chart in the band's home country at position No. 1. Commented guitarist Niklas Sundin: "We are immensely pleased to report that the people of Sweden still have a great taste in...

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M.ILL.ION Parts Ways With Keyboardist, Seeks Replacement

Swedish melodic rockers M.ILL.ION have parted ways with keyboardist Johan Bergquist and are currently seeking a replacement. All appplicants should satisfy the following requirements: * Recording and touring experience * Backing vocal capability * Rock 'n' roll attitude * Living in, or could move to...