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Heimgang

It was with great anticipation that I awaited the arrival of KAMPFAR's new album, "Heimgang". Fortunately, it would not be a seven-year wait, as was the case when 2006's outstanding "Kvass" hit the streets. I was especially anxious to hear whether the Norwegians would actually be able to top the alb...

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DESPISED ICON: DVD Details Revealed

Montreal extreme metallers DESPISED ICON will release their first DVD, "Montreal Assault Live", on January 27 via Century Media. The disc features a "stellar" multi-camera shoot from the band's sold-out hometown show, alongside a new hour-long documentary and all of the band's promotional video clip...

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PENTAGRAM: Classic Albums To Be Reissued

On November 17 (January 27 in the U.S.),Season Of Mist will reissue two classic albums by cult doom band PENTAGRAM: 1999's "Review Your Choices" and 2001's "Sub Basement". PENTAGRAM's fourth studio album, "Review Your Choices", marked the band's sixth comeback after several changes of lineup and la...

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Continent

Would the guy that pissed off Vincent Bennett please stand up and identify himself? No? I didn't think so. To be perfectly honest with you all, I think I'd probably be laying low if the volcano of molten hate that spews forth from THE ACACIA STRAIN front man's mouth was directed my way. Driven by .....

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Archetypal Transformation

Even the most reliable and consistent record labels can fire off a dud every now and then. The "experimental dark metal" of "Archetypal Transformation" by Alabama's QUINTA ESSENTIA indicates that the players have chops and possess the ability to weave a complex composition. Sadly, that is the end of...

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MESHUGGAH Guitarist On Songwriting Process, 'Math Metal' Tag

Spiritech of Australia's PyroMusic.net recently conducted an interview with guitarist Mårten Hagström of the Swedish experimental extreme metallers MESHUGGAH. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below. PyroMusic.net: "obZen" has been out for a little while now and seems to be getting some of t...

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JEFF SCOTT SOTO, ERIC MARTIN, KIP WINGER To Perform With SCRAP METAL This Weekend

Celebrity rock supergroup SCRAP METAL will be joined by Kip Winger, founder of WINGER and former bassist for legendary rock group ALICE COOPER, for an acoustic set on October 4 at the Mohegan Sun Wolf Den in Uncasville, Connecticut. SCRAP METAL features Gunnar Nelson (NELSON); Mark Slaughter (SLAUGH...

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IN THIS MOMENT Prepares To Hit The Road With FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH

Tomorrow (September 30) marks the official release of the the much-anticipated new IN THIS MOMENT album, "The Dream". The initial reactions to the new effort have been phenomenal and this stellar press campaign is being spearheaded by Revolver, which is featuring Maria Brink (vocals) as the cover fe...

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STARBREAKER: 'Love's Dying Wish' To Receive U.S. Release In November

STARBREAKER — the band featuring Tony Harnell (TNT, WESTWORLD, MORNING WOOD),Magnus Karlsson (ALLEN LANDE, PRIMAL FEAR) and John Macaluso (YNGWIE MALMSTEEN, TNT, ARK) — its sophomore album, entitled "Love's Dying Wish", in North America on November 18 through Blistering/Ryko. Released in Europe on...

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TARJA TURUNEN: Video Interview Available

Planet-Loud.com conducted an interview with former NIGHTWISH singer Tarja Turunen at this year's Download festival, which was held June 13-15 at Donington Park, Leicestershire, UK. Watch the nine-minute chat below. Tarja Turunen reportedly shot footage for her new video, "Enough", during a break on...

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The Crucible of Man (Something Wicked Part 2)

To say that ICED EARTH fans were anxiously awaiting the second part of Jon Schaffer's "Something Wicked" saga would be a gross understatement, considering that "The Crucible of Man (Something Wicked Part 2)" also marks the return of singer Matt Barlow. Reading the debates over whether Tim "Ripper" O...

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TARJA TURUNEN Films 'Enough' Video

Former NIGHTWISH singer Tarja Turunen reportedly shot footage for her new video, "Enough", during a break on her recent South American tour. A short behind-the-scenes clip from the video shoot can be viewed below. "Enough" will appear on a special-edition version of Turunen's latest solo album, "My...

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Guitarist STEVE BROWN Discusses TRIXTER Reunion

Guitarist Steve Brown recently spoke with SplitScreen Entertainment about the TRIXTER reunion, his memories of touring with KISS and his acoustic rendition of their song "A Million To One", as featured on the new tribute album "Kiss My Ankh: A Tribute To Vinnie Vincent". Steve also discussed his STE...

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TARJA TURUNEN: More Performance Footage Of New Song Posted Online

More fan-filmed video footage of former NIGHTWISH singer Tarja Turunen performing a brand new song called "Enough" — to be included on her next solo album — on her current South American tour can be viewed below. Tarja's most recent solo album, "My Winter Storm", was released in the U.S. at the end...

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TARJA TURUNEN: Brazilian Performance Footage Available

Showlivre has posted performance footage of former NIGHTWISH singer Tarja Turunen shot on the Brazilian leg of her current South American tour. Watch the clip below. Also available is fan-filmed video footage of Turunen performing a brand new song called "Enough" — to be included on her next solo al...