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CRYSTAL TEARS Completes New Album Recordings

Greek metallers CRYSTAL TEARS spent time at Music Factory studio in Kempten, Germany between May 12 and May 21 recording their new album with producer R.D. Liapakis (FIREWIND, CHASTAIN, ELDRITCH). Acclaimed singer Ian Parry (ELEGY, CONSORTIUM) wrote the lyrics and vocal melody lines for the CD and c...

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CHASTAIN Albums To Be Issued On CD

Shrapnel Records will reissue the first two CHASTAIN CDs — "Mystery of Illusion" and "Ruler of the Wasteland" — in October. Band founder/guitarist David T. Chastain states: "At long last these will be available on CD as an official release. These CDs aren't to be confused with the bootleg versions t...

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VAINGLORY Putting Finishing Touches On New Album

VAINGLORY/ex-CHASTAIN vocalist Kate French has issued the following update: "Just wanted to let everyone know that [VAINGLORY's] new CD will be ready within the next few months and it is KICK-ASS!! No fancy frills, no guest appearances, no pricey names backin' us up, no name-droppin' or regurgitated...

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Valley of Fire

Fairly standard-issue rib-off rock on the face of it, but SOUTHERN GENTLEMEN dish up a little more passion and craft than your average local roadhouse warriors on this, their fourth long-player. The chops here are impeccable — David T. Chastain needs no introduction to anyone serious about the guita...

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HAMMERFALL Singer Offers 'Masterpieces' Track-By-Track Breakdown

On June 27, two new HAMMERFALL releases will see the light of day: a covers CD a collection of all the covers recorded by HAMMERFALL to date plus three new, unreleased ones and a DVD continuing chronicling the band's career. * "Masterpieces" covers CD: 01. Child of the Damned (WARLORD) 02. Ravenlord...

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HAMMERFALL: 'Masterpieces' E-Card Available

On June 27, two new HAMMERFALL releases will see the light of day: a covers CD a collection of all the covers recorded by HAMMERFALL to date plus three new, unreleased ones and a DVD continuing chronicling the band's career. * "Masterpieces" covers CD: 01. Child of the Damned (WARLORD) 02. Ravenlord...

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CRYSTAL TEARS Completes Initial Recording Sessions For New Album

Greek metallers CRYSTAL TEARS spent time at Music Factory studio in Kempten, Germany between May 12 and May 21 recording their new album with producer R.D. Liapakis (FIREWIND, CHASTAIN, ELDRITCH). The band commented; "An experience superb! A clean studio with all comforts and two helpful and caring...

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HAMMERFALL: 'Rebels With A Cause - Unruly, Unrestrained, Uninhibited' DVD Details Revealed

On June 27, two new HAMMERFALL releases will see the light of day: a DVD continuing chronicling the band's career, and a covers CD a collection of all the covers recorded by HAMMERFALL to date plus three new, unreleased ones. Incidentally, this will be guitarist Stefan Elmgren's last release with HA...

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HAMMERFALL: 'Rebels With A Cause - Unruly, Unrestrained, Uninhibited' DVD Trailer Available

On June 27, two new HAMMERFALL releases will see the light of day: a DVD continuing chronicling the band's career, and a covers CD a collection of all the covers recorded by HAMMERFALL to date plus three new, unreleased ones. Incidentally, this will be guitarist Stefan Elmgren's last release with HA...

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VAINGLORY Parts Ways With Drummer, Seeks Replacement

American power metal band VAINGLORY, fronted by vocalist Kate French (CHASTAIN) and featuring lead guitar virtuoso Corbin King, has parted ways with recently acquired drummer Mike Oliviero. According to the band, "All along we were looking for (and still are) a person that can be devoted to the band...

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SOUTHERN GENTLEMEN: 'Valley Of Fire' Track Listing Revealed

SOUTHERN GENTLEMEN, the band led by guitarist David T. Chastain, will release its new album, "Valley of Fire", on May 20 via Leviathan Records. Audio samples are available for streaming on the group's MySpace page. "Valley of Fire" track listing: 01. Valley of Fire 02. The Sky is Falling 03. Devil i...

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Singer IAN PARRY To Guest On CRYSTAL TEARS Album

Greek metalers CRYSTAL TEARS have tapped singer Ian Parry (ELEGY, CONSORTIUM) to write the lyrics and vocal melody lines for the group's new CD. The band has also joined forces with R.D. Liapakis (FIREWIND, CHASTAIN, ELDRITCH),who will produce the album in Germany starting in May. Parry plans to st...

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HAMMERFALL Announces New Guitarist

Swedish metallers HAMMERFALL have recruited guitarist Pontus Norgren (THE POODLES, TALISMAN, GREAT KING RAT) to replace Stefan Elmgren, who left the in early April to focus on his new career as a pilot. "Pontus is a fantastic guitar player with musical roots in ACCEPT and neo-classical metal," comme...

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HAMMERFALL: New DVD, Covers Album Due In June

On June 27, two new HAMMERFALL releases will see the light of day: a DVD continuing chronicling the band's career, and a covers CD a collection of all the covers recorded by HAMMERFALL to date plus three new, unreleased ones. Incidentally, this will be guitarist Stefan Elmgren's last release with HA...

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JOURNEY, HEART, CHEAP TRICK: U.S. Tour Dates Announced

Three legendary rock bands are teaming up for what is sure to be the tour of the summer. JOURNEY, HEART and CHEAP TRICK are heading out on the concert trail starting July 9 in Denver, CO through October 4 in Albuquerque, NM. Fans should check local listings for on-sale dates, which begin Saturday, A...