German guitarist AXEL RUDI PELL recently released his new album, Tales Of The Crown. An update at his site reads: “We’re very proud to announce the…
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Monthly Archives: November 2008
Author Announces Pre-Orders For Second Printing Of True Norwegian Black Metal Book
True Norwegian Black Metal author Peter Beste has issued the following update: “I am pleased to announce the reprint of True Norwegian Black Metal is…
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THE BOY WILL DROWN Post Studio Report
Earache Records reports: British technical metallers THE BOY WILL DROWN are currently in the studio recording their first ever album. The band, who recently signed a multi-album,…
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Death By Stereo debuts four tracks
Orange County’s Death By Stereo have posted four new songs from their upcoming fifth studio album, Death Is My Only Friend. The record follows Death For Life which was released in 2005. The new album is expected to drop sometime in 2009. It will not be released on the band’s longtime home, Epitaph, however. The band are currently free agents. The group also recently announced some shows with Suicidal Tendencies in December.
You can find the four new songs on their myspace page.
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Ex-MEGADETH Guitarist JEFF YOUNG – Equilibrium Album Details Revealed; Tracks Streaming Online
JEFF YOUNG (ex-MEGADETH, BADI ASSAD) will release his first solo album, Equilibrium, in early 2009. The following details have surfaced: The first ever solo release from…
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Poland’s CHAIN REACTION Inks Deal With Kolony Records
Kolony Records has announced the signing of CHAIN REACTION from Poland. The band?s debut album, Vicious Circle, featuring 11 tracks of modern thrash metal, reminiscent…
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REV 16:8 To Release Split With NEFARIUM
Swedish black metallers REV 16:8 have issued the following news: “Rev 16:8 and the fierce black metal ensemble NEFARIUM have just come to an agreement to…
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SEPULTURA – More A-LEX Release Dates Revealed
Brazilian thrashers SEPULTURA will see their new album, A-LEX, released through SPV Records on the following dates: Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Brasil: January 23rd UK, Scandinavia, rest of…
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CRYPTOPSY Post STRAPPING YOUNG LAD Cover Online; European Headline Tour Kicks Off November 14th
As previously reported, Century Media will share tracks from the label?s 20th anniversary compilation Covering 20 Years Of Extremes (in stores now) with you in…
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SKELETONWITCH: New Video Interview Available
Ohio’s sons of Midwestern darkness SKELETONWITCH were interviewed by Robert Williams of Metal-Rules.com at the October 29, 2008 San Antonio, Texas stop of the Blackest Of The Black tour, which also features headliners DANZIG alongside DIMMU BORGIR, WINDS OF PLAGUE and MOONSPELL.
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Silent Hill Homecoming Now Available on Steam
Silent Hill® Homecoming, the latest iteration in Konami’s classic horror series, is now available via Steam in North, Central and South America. PC gamers may now enjoy the next chapter of the series – no console required. In addition, PC fans will receive a 10 percent discount for the first 5 days when they purchase Silent Hill Homecoming on Steampowered.com.
Silent Hill: Homecoming takes players deeper into the tormented history of Silent Hill and reveals the evil that surrounds Toluca Lake. The story follows Alex Shepherd, who returns to his hometown of Shepherd’s Glen to investigate the mysterious disappearance of his brother. On his quest, Alex discovers eerie occurrences taking place, and investigates the mystery behind his nightmares. As he struggles to maintain his grip on reality, Alex unravels a tale that takes him from his childhood home to the fog-shrouded streets of Silent Hill. In the end, Alex must face the darkest horrors of his soul to confront the evil that has taken his brother.
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Dropkick Murphys, Bosstones, No Use For A Name comment on Obama victory
In the wake of Illinois senator Barack Obama’s historic win of the U.S. presidency on Tuesday, Alternative Press has collected the thoughts of over 15 musicians, including Dicky Barrett of the The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Wil Francis of Aiden, Al Barr of Dropkick Murphys, Fred Mascherino of The Color Fred, Tony Sly of No Use For A Name, Shane Told of Silverstein, Jonah Matranga of Far, Jeffree Star and more. Dicky Barrett noted:
feel like the world is now a better place, and a large chunk of my faith in my country has been restored. I don’t think we made a good choice, I think we made a great choice. I’m looking forward to living in a country where the guy who runs it is smarter than I am.
Will Francis of Aiden adds:
Finally some fucking hope.
You can see what each musician had to say about the presidential election here.
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DEFTONES Singer Says Bassist CHI CHENG’s Condition ‘Remains The Same’
DEFTONES singer Chino Moreno has issued an update on the band’s bassist, Chi Cheng, who was seriously injured in a car accident in Santa Clara, California, on Monday (November 3).
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