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HOT AUGUST METAL: A Deathphonic Black Metal Concert To Be Held This Summer
On August 25, 2007, Tacoma Scene Media will launch Hot August Metal, a deathphonic black metal concert and a manifestation of rhythmic symphonic death metal magnificence. To date, two bands have signed on to perform… metal mystics WOLVEN ANCESTRY from Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, one of Canada's leadin...February 1, 2007
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MOONSORROW: 'Viides Luku – Hävitetty' Enters German Chart At No. 72
MOONSORROW's new album, entitled "Viides Luku - Hävitetty", has entered the German national chart at position No. 72. The CD was recorded between May and August 2006 at Tico Tico and The Stable studios and was mixed by Ahti Kortelainen and Henri Sorvali. Mastering duties were handled by Mika Jussila...January 31, 2007
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VENOM Frontman Talks About Guitarist Change
Steve Saks of LivingForMetal.com recently conducted an interview with VENOM frontman Conrad "Cronos" Lant. A few excerpts from the chat follow: LivingForMetal.com: So what can we all expect from VENOM in 2007 after such a successful 2006? Do VENOM already have any plans confirmed? Cronos: We've had...January 30, 2007
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New York City Metal Bands To Take Part In 'Metal Meltdown'
In an attempt to revive the long-forgotten camaraderie and sheer entertainment of the old infamous L'Amours and Ritz metal scenes, several New York City bands and supporters have organized a new series of shows under the moniker Metal Meltdown. The first show will be at the metal-friendly Don Hill's...January 29, 2007
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ZO2 To Star In Series For INDEPENDENT FILM CHANNEL
Brooklyn, NY-based trio ZO2, who in 2004 supported KISS and POISON on the "Rock the Nation" U.S. tour, will shoot the pilot in March for a loosely scripted "hybrid" Independent Film Channel (IFC) show based on the real lives of the bandmembers with a look at what it takes for an original band to "ma...January 27, 2007
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NEW YORK DOLLS Live Performance To Air On PBS
"Soundstage", the ground-breaking primetime concert series on PBS, will air a performance by the NEW YORK DOLLS on February 1 (check local listings). According to a press release, "The DOLLS' invigorating 'Soundstage' performance is a celebration of punk's roots. From its rousing cover of BO DIDDLEY...January 26, 2007
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MELECHESH Leader: 'Heaviness Is Not Necessarily Speed'
Pat Douglas of the Great Falls Tribune recently conducted an interview with MELECHESH (pronounced Mel-uh-kesh) leader Ashmedi. A few excerpts from the chat follow: On the band's unique Mediterranean sound: "Some bands, I think, are mistaking heavy with speed and noise maybe. No disrespect. I am a fa...January 24, 2007
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FIREWIND Guitarist Comments On NAMM Appearance
The brand new album, "Allegiance", from the Greek metal powerhouse FIREWIND was released today in the U.S. and features the young guitar phenomenon known as Gus G. (ex-DREAM EVIL, NIGHTRAGE, MYSTIC PROPHECY, ARCH ENEMY). Gus — who turned heads with his stunning "Betcha Can't Play This" feature in Gu...January 23, 2007
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Finland's SEAR To Release Sophomore Album In March
Finnish extreme metallers SEAR will release their second full-length album, "Lamentations of Destruction", on March 7 in Finland, March 9 in G/A/S (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) and March 5 in the rest of the world via Dynamic Arts Records. The CD was recorded last fall/early winter at Studio Ruho...January 23, 2007
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Hammersmith Palais Demolition Plans To Go Ahead
According to Gigwise.com, the campaign to save the London music venue Hammersmith Palais — which has hosted performances by many legendary acts, including MOTÖRHEAD and THE CLASH — has failed after the local council voted to push through plans to demolish it. The iconic venue will now make way for o...January 23, 2007
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Report: SAXON's World Record Air Guitar Attempt Goes Embarrassingly Wrong
Yorkshire Post reports: An unusual record attempt made at Sheffield Wednesday's Hillsborough ground [in the United Kingdom] on Saturday (Jan. 20) may yet make it into the next "Guinness World Records" book — despite a lack of enthusiasm from the 29,100 fans who were there. Veteran South Yorkshire ro...January 22, 2007
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CRASHDIET: Live Video Footage, Interview With New Singer Available
SVT24, the Swedish-language TV channel broadcast by Sveriges Television (SVT),aired a three-minute report earlier today (Monday, January 22) on CRASHDIET's debut live appearance with their new singer, H. Olliver Twisted of the Finnish hard rock act RECKLESS LOVE. Watch the report at YouTube.com. Th...January 22, 2007
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ALABAMA THUNDERPUSSY To Shoot New Video
ALABAMA THUNDERPUSSY has commenced work on the first video from its forthcoming record, "Open Fire". The video, for the track "Words of the Dying Man", is being shot in a "houseparty" setting in the band's hometown of Richmond, VA with local creative collective Day By Day (LAMB OF GOD, MUNICIPAL WAS...January 22, 2007
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SOLITUDE AETURNUS Guitarist Comments On Singer Joining CANDLEMASS
SOLITUDE AETURNUS guitarist John Perez has issued the following update via the band's MySpace page: "First, we would like to thank everyone thus far that has sent such kind words of enthusiasm on our webpage and MySpace concerning our new album, 'Alone'. The response has been nothing short of overwh...January 22, 2007
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FIVE STAR PRISON CELL To Release New Album In March
Australian tech metallers FIVE STAR PRISON CELL will release their new album, "Slaves of Virgo", on March 5 via Faultline Records. Commented the band: "We know, we know, we fucking know! It has been a long time coming — we've been sitting on this egg for nearly seven months now, so as you can imagin...January 22, 2007
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