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Falkenbach sign with Prophecy Productions
01 Aug 2011
When talking about the origins of heathen Metal from Germany, one name invariably is mentioned: Falkenbach. Going for over twenty years, this project by Vratyas Vakyas is considered as a trailblazer and prime mover of a musical style that perfectly combines epic heroism and Germanic mythology, Norse-tinged folklore and metallic aggression – and all that far beyond the well-worn clichés of the so-called "Pagan Metal scene." Albums such as ... en their medh riki fara ... and ... magni blandinn ok megintiri ... are considered classics of pagan Metal, but Vratyas Vakyas' later records – e.g. Tiurida which was released early this year – just as much proved ... |
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GOJIRA Drummer Talks Upcoming Album, 'Sea Shepherd' EP
30 Jul 2011
Brendan Crabb of Australia's Loud recently conducted an interview with drummer Mario Duplantier of French progressive metallers GOJIRA. A couple of excerpts from the chat follow below.
On GOJIRA's forthcoming four-song EP, the proceeds from which will benefit Sea Shepherd, an anti-whaling organization ,and featuring guest appearances by Devin Townsend (STRAPPING YOUNG LAD), Fredrik Thordendal (MESHUGGAH), Randy Blythe (LAMB OF GOD), Anders Fridén (IN FLAMES) and Max Cavalera (SOULFLY, CAVALERA CONSPIRACY, SEPULTURA): "The music is ready, but we're waiting on [a] vocalist. We want t ... |
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ANUBIS GATE: New Album Details Revealed
29 Jul 2011
Denmark's ANUBIS GATE will release its new, self-titled album on September 13 via Nightmare Records.
The track listing for the CD is as follows: 01. Hold Back Tomorrow 02. The Re-Formation Show 03. Facing Dawn 04. World In A Dome 05. Desiderio Omnibus 06. Oh My Precious Life 07. Golden Days 08. Telltale Eyes 09. River 10. Circumstanced According to a press release, "Anubis Gate" is "the most beautiful album the band has yet emerged with. The songwriting stands stronger than ever. This time emphasized by the fact that Henrik Fevre, who was largely responsible for writing the vocals on the previous albums, gets to si ... |
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MACHINE HEAD: 'Unto The Locust' Artwork, Track Listing Revealed
29 Jul 2011
San Francisco Bay Area metallers MACHINE HEAD will release their new album, "Unto The Locust", on September 27 via longtime label Roadrunner Records. The CD was recorded at JingleTown Studios in Oakland, with frontman Robb Flynn producing. The mixing duties were handled by Flynn and Juan Urteaga (EXODUS, SADUS, TESTAMENT, NIGHT RANGER, VICIOUS RUMORS, HEATHEN, VILE, CATTLE DECAPITATION). (Note: Due to the recent passing of his ex-wife and manager, Colin Richardson [BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE, SLIPKNOT, FEAR FACTORY, TRIVIUM] was unable to oversee the mix.)
"Unto The Locust" standard CD track listing: 01. I Am Hell (Sonata In C#) I) Sangre Sani II) I Am Hell ... |
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ICED EARTH: 'Dystopia' Artwork, Release Dates Revealed
29 Jul 2011
Although "Dystopia", ICED EARTH's 10th studio offering, is not a concept album, founder Jon Schaffer admits there are unifying themes to several of the songs — and even an appearance by band mascot "Set Abominae."
"I've always been fascinated by the darker side of life," Schaffer said during a break from master tracking ICED EARTH's forthcoming CD. "Movies like 'Metropolis', 'Brazil', and 'The Matrix' resonate with me. The same for albums like '2112', 'The Wall', and, of course, 'Operation: Mindcrime'. Their images of a soulless, repressive society stuck with me over the years. It must be the sci-fi fan in me." In much the same way "Horror Show" (ICED EARTH's tribute ... |
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OPETH: New Song Available For Streaming
26 Jul 2011
"The Devil's Orchard", a brand new song from Swedish progressive metallers OPETH, received its world premiere earlier tonight (Tuesday, July 26) on this week's edition of Triple J's "The Racket" radio show, which airs in Australia. You can now listen to the program at this location. (Note: The OPETH track starts around the 37-minute mark.) Check out the show's entire playlist here.
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ABSU’s New Album Confirmed For October 4 Release
26 Jul 2011
Candlelight Records today confirms October 4th as the North American release date for ABSU’s new album titled Abzu. As previously announced, the album is part two of a planned trilogy of recordings from the Dallas-based mythological occult metal band. Mixed by J.T. Longoria (King Diamond/Solitude Aeternus), the album features the original works of Polish artist Zbigniew Bielak (Watain, Behemoth, Destroyer 666, Vader). Check out the album cover at this location: http://www.earsplitcompound.com/site/?p=2974 Recorded at Nomad Recording Studios in Carrollton, Texas, Abzu finds drummer/vocalist Pros ... |
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New MetalReviews.com Reviewer
18 Jul 2011
 This week, the MR team is pleased to welcome its newest addition, Mountainman, who will be known to forum-goers as Stevelovesmoonspell. We hope he's happy in his new position, and look forward to many excellent reviews.
In Metal We Trust! The MetalReviews.com Team
Topic: MetalReviews Staff
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Former X-Japan bass player dies after suicide attempt
18 Jul 2011
Former X Japan bass player Taiji died after a suicide attempt in Saipan jail, where he landed after a commotion during an air flight. Discovered by warders he was rushed in intensive care where he was declared brain dead. Taiji died on July 17 at 11 a.m. after his fiancée and mother agreed with his doctor to turn off his life support system.
R.I.P. Taiji
Topic: Band News
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ICS VORTEX: 'The Blackmobile' Track Available For Streaming
29 Jun 2011
"The Blackmobile", a brand new song from Norway's ICS VORTEX, the project led by the former DIMMU BORGIR and current BORKNAGAR member, can be streamed in the YouTube clip below. The track comes off the band's debut album, "Storm Seeker", which will be released on August 22 in Europe and August 23 in North America via Century Media Records.
Commented ICS Vortex: "This song was written way back when I still felt black metal was dangerous. Now, totally untrue to all that, it's a tribute to the only beast I ever loved." "Storm Seeker" will be released in Europe as initial limited-edition digipak, 180-gram LP and as a digital download. According to a press release, the CD "t ... |