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SWALLOW THE SUN: 'New Moon' First-Week Sales Revealed

"New Moon", the fifth album from Finnish doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN, sold around 400 copies in the United States in its first week of release, according to Nielsen SoundScan. The CD landed at position No. 148 on the Top New Artist Albums (Heatseekers) chart, which lists the best-selling albums b...
November 25, 2009
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SWALLOW THE SUN's 'New Moon' Cracks Finnish Top 10

"New Moon", the fifth album from Finnish doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN, has entered the official chart in the band's home country at position No. 10. The CD, which was released on November 10 via Spinefarm Records, was recorded at Fascination Street studios in Örebro, Sweden with Jens Bogren, who h...
November 15, 2009
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'Dimebag Beyond Forever Tour': More Pro-Shot Footage Posted Online

A dozen or so Finnish metal musicians took part in the fifth annual "Dimebag Beyond Forever Tour" in December 2008. The four-date trek honored the legendary PANTERA/DAMAGEPLAN guitarist "Dimebag" Darrell Abbott, who was shot and killed on stage on December 8, 2004. The musicians performed for free a...
November 10, 2009
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SWALLOW THE SUN: Another New Song Posted Online

"Lights on the Lake (Horror Pt. III)", a brand new song from Finnish doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN, is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page. The track, which features a guest appearance by Aleah ofTREES OF ETERNITY on vocals, comes off the group's fifth album, "New Moon", which is sch...
October 29, 2009
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SWALLOW THE SUN Schedules Acoustic Show

Mikko Kotamäki (vocals),Markus Jämsen (guitar) and Aleksi Munter (keyboards) of Finnish doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN will perform a free acoustic show at Levykauppa Äx in Helsinki on November 5 at 4:30 p.m. "Falling World", a brand new song from Finnish doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN, is availabl...
October 26, 2009
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SWALLOW THE SUN: New Song Available For Streaming

"These Woods Breathe Evil", a brand new song from Finnish doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN, is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page. The track comes off the group's fifth album, "New Moon", which is scheduled for release on November 10 via Spinefarm Records. The CD was recorded at Fascin...
October 14, 2009
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SWALLOW THE SUN: 'New Moon' Artwork Unveiled; Audio Samples Available

Finnish doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN will release their fifth album, entitled "New Moon", on November 10 via Spinefarm Records. The CD was recorded at Fascination Street studios in Örebro, Sweden with Jens Bogren, who has previously worked with such acts as KATATONIA, OPETH, PARADISE LOST and AMON...
September 20, 2009
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SWALLOW THE SUN To Tour Europe With INSOMNIUM, OMNIUM GATHERUM

Finnish doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN will embark on the "New Moon Over Europe" tour in November/ December. The trek will see the sextet play its first-ever headline shows in the U.K., supported by INSOMNIUM and OMNIUM GATHERUM. The U.K. dates are as follows: Nov. 30 - Plymouth, UK - White Rabbit D...
July 24, 2009
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SWALLOW THE SUN: 'New Moon' U.S. Release Date Confirmed

Finnish doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN will release their fifth album, entitled "New Moon", on November 10 via Spinefarm Records. The CD is being recorded at Fascination Street studios in Örebro, Sweden with Jens Bogren, who has previously worked with such acts as KATATONIA, OPETH, PARADISE LOST and...
July 14, 2009
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SWALLOW THE SUN: Studio Diary Launched

Finnish doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN have entered Fascination Street studios in Örebro, Sweden to begin recording their fifth album, entitled "New Moon". The CD is being produced and mixed by Jens Bogren, who has previously worked with such acts as KATATONIA, OPETH, PARADISE LOST and AMON AMARTH....
July 10, 2009
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CAIN'S OFFERING Signs With FRONTIERS RECORDS

STRATOVARIUS singer Timo Kotipelto and former SONATA ARCTICA guitarist Jani Liimatainen have joined forces in a new band called CAIN'S OFFERING. The group's debut album, "Gather The Faithful", will be released on August 28 in Europe and September 11 in North America via Frontiers Records. The band i...
June 24, 2009
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3 INCHES OF BLOOD Seeking Touring Bassist

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada's 3 INCHES OF BLOOD is looking for a bass player for live shows. A lot of touring will be involved in Canada, the U.S. and internationally. All applicants must meet the following requirements. 1) You must be a Canadian citizen. 2) You must have no criminal record...
June 9, 2009
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3 INCHES OF BLOOD: New Album Title, Release Date Revealed

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada's 3 INCHES OF BLOOD has set "Here Waits Thy Doom" as the title of the band's new album, due on September 8 via Century Media Records. The CD was recorded at Seattle's London Bridge Studios with renowned producer Jack Endino (HIGH ON FIRE). The group took a break f...
June 3, 2009
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SWALLOW THE SUN Announces New Drummer

Finnish doom metallers SWALLOW THE SUN have issued the following update: "We are glad to announce that Kai Hahto (WINTERSUN, ex-ROTTEN SOUND) will be playing drums on our forthcoming album and live shows next summer. "We have known Kai for years, and we have worked with him earlier when he played wi...
May 18, 2009
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3 INCHES OF BLOOD Signs Worldwide Deal With CENTURY MEDIA RECORDS

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada's 3 INCHES OF BLOOD has inked a deal with Century Media Records. The group's new full-length album is scheduled for release this fall. Commented vocalist Cam Pipes: "Ever since our departure from our previous label [Roadrunner], Century Media has been in the foref...
May 12, 2009