Detritus
Issue #388
Week of November 6, 2006
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-So I'm giving my kid a bath last night, and the radio station we had
on played Scorpions' "No One Like You," Def Leppard's "Foolin'," Blue
Oyster Cult's "Burnin' For You," and The Bangles' "Hazy Shade Of
Winter" in the span of about 20 minutes. Not bad at all! When the
Scorps song started, I told the kid "Listen up -- this is some of the
sweetest guitar tone you'll ever hear." I'm such a good dad. :) - Tim
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-Flotsam And Jetsam - DOOMSDAY FOR THE DECEIVER Reissue Box Set Out
Monday!
The 20th anniversary reissue box set of Flotsam And Jetsam's milestone
release DOOMSDAY FOR THE DECEIVER will be in stores all over Europe
next Monday. Included in the set are two CDs featuring the original
album, a re-mixed and re-mastered version, and a bunch of demo tracks,
plus a DVD including tons of live footage, interviews and unreleased
songs from the '84/'85 era!
Original drummer Kelly Smith commented the release as follows: "When I
got the re-mix copy of DOOMSDAY I nearly cried at the performance and
the realization of how great a band we were at that time. We practiced
nearly everyday for at least 2-3 hours and even more after Jason
[Newsted] left as we wanted to be the best metal band as well as the
best musicians we could be. We lived it, we ate it, and we breathed it
in and made it apart of each of us. I am very proud that I was a part
of this project and had the chance to play with such awesome musicians
and work with great talent behind the board."
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-Z Records News
TONY MILLS AOR RELEASE SET FOR 2007 WITH SOME GOOD FRIENDS
We very pleased to announce that Tony Mills has signed a new contract
with Z Records. Tony's new album can be expected Spring '07 and will
be a total AOR project which will please fans of his former band Shy
and Journey, etc. Tony is currently in pre-production with TNT but
made the following comment about signing yet another deal with Z...
"Having worked with many writers this year, I have co-written many
songs that really fit into a softer rock mould that didn't work for
some of the heavier projects I've been involved in. Working with Tor
Talle (The Northern Light), Tony Marshall (Vaughn), Charlie Giardina &
Hardway, Mick Blakk, Simon Lees, Adrian Marx and Joe Basketts from
Shy, I have many songs left still to be worked on. If it wasn't for
the discovery of Linkan Andersson and the TNT machine, I think this
album would already be written. So, a lighter rock album for the
winter months for release around Spring, I think. Z Records have shown
great interest in this project and so with the oncoming onslaught of
TNT in Europe, this may be the last chance I get to release any solo
rock material for a long time. So,guess I'd better get on with it..."
Meanwhile the release of CRANK IT UP has been delayed by serious
artwork problems which we are pleased to announce are now back on
track. The album will be in all good stores November 20th.
SNAKERYDER ALBUM COVER PREVIEW
The long awaited all-new album from Snakeryder BACK FOR THE KILL will
be released on November 30th. The track listing is:
1) Wake Up The Nation
2) Hard Life
3) Breakout
4) Sweet Desire
5) Back For The Kill
6) Can't Stop The Insanity
7) Love Steals
8) You Never Knew Me
9) Shot Gun
10) Money On Her Mind
The album's cover artwork can be sighted at
http://www.zrecords.net/ .
LOST WEEKEND - FOREVER MOVING ON TO HIT STORES NEXT WEEK!
Lost Weekend's FOREVER MOVING ON will be available from all good
stores from November 8th.
The band's launch party for their fourth studio release, FOREVER
MOVING ON is tonight and fans are encouraged to turn up. The band is
playing material from their new release plus their classic material
from their previous three albums. The band hope to see many friendly
faces along with many new ones to help launch the album in true Lost
Weekend style.
Venue : Bar 15, Halifax
Entry : £2 per person
Support : Flame Tree
Doors : 7.30 p.m.
Stage Times : Flame Tree @ 8.30 p.m. & Lost Weekend @ 9.45 p.m.
NOVEMBER RELEASE SCHEDULE
November 8th - Lost Weekend - FOREVER MOVING ON
November 20th - Andersson Mills Project - CRANK IT UP [feat. Tony
Mills - Shy and TNT]
November 30th - Snakeryder - BACK FOR THE KILL
HOUSE OF LORDS CONFIRMED AS HEADLINE ACT FOR Z ROCK 07
It is with great pleasure that we are able to announce that House Of
Lords have been confirmed as the headline act for Z Rock 07 on Sunday
May 27th 2007. The lineup is currently under negotiation with only one
other act confirmed at present -- Lost Weekend -- however further news
will be posted shortly.
Legendary House Of Lords front man James Christian made the following
statement concerning their appearance at Z Rock...
"Hi everyone this is James Christian. I am happy to announce that we
will be performing at the next Z Rock festival. This year we will be
changing the set a bit and have a few requests for songs we did not do
on our last tour."
Z Rock 07 will see us returned to Maximes in Wigan where the festival
was first Launched 9 years ago.
Tickets will go on sale November 27th for more info visit
http://www.myspace.com/zrockfest .
http://www.zrecords.net/
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-Road To Ruin Featruing Lion's Share, Ex-Jagged Edge Members: Debut CD
On The Way
Metal Heaven Records has inked a deal with Road To Ruin, the Swedish
band consisting of Matti Alfonzetti (vocals; Jagged Edge, The Poodles,
Skintrade), Lars Chriss (guitar; Lion's Share); Sampo Axelsson (bass
and keyboards; Glenn Hughes, Lion's Share), and Thomas Broman (drums;
Great King Rat, John Norum, Glenn Hughes).
Road To Ruin was founded in the year 2005 when guitarist Chriss and
Axelsson started to write some material which didn't fit their melodic
metal band Lion's Share. The group is currently putting the finishing
touches on its self-titled debut album, which will follow a classic
'70s and '80s hard rock vein (a la Whitesnake, Rainbow, Thin Lizzy).
The recordings were produced by Chriss, Axelsson and Alfonzetti and
will be released in the spring.
Official site:
http://www.roadtoruin.org/
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-Lion Music Update
November 24th 2006 Releases
Book Of Reflections - CHAPTER II - UNFOLD THE FUTURE
LMC190
EAN:LMC641992200190 5
http://www.lionmusic.com/book2.htm
Book Of Reflections - CHAPTER II - UNFOLD THE FUTURE is a potent
musically accomplished mix of progressive metal and classic hard rock,
showcasing strong melodic sensibilities. Lyrically the album is varied
focusing on topics from distrust in the political world to a
celebration of life along with a couple of sad love songs.
On the album's direction, project leader Lars Eric Mattsson comments,
"The idea was to continue where the first album ended and take the
music a few steps forward. The songs are a little bit less predictable
but easier to listen to. It was a long journey as there are many
musicians and singers involved. The songs are all good songs with
memorable choruses while still not using too many cliches."
When quizzed on his favourite moments of CHAPTER II - UNFOLD THE
FUTURE, Lars states, "The energy of the title track 'Unfold the
Future' -- killer vocals and an almost impossible to play guitar solo
and the total opposite: the acoustic 'Blink Of An Eye.' It's all in
all a very dynamic album."
The album is home to a number of top class musicians from the Lion
Music roster such as vocalists Bjorn Jansson (Tears Of Anger) and
Martin LeMar (Tomorrow's Eve) who handle three songs each. In addition
to Mattsson's fiery fretwork is the guitar talent of Anand Mahangoe
(Sphere Of Souls, solo). Mistheria (Bruce Dickinson) contributes
keyboard solos on four tracks whilst longtime Mattsson collaborator
Eddie Sledgehammer plays drums. Mattsson himself handles all other
guitars, bass, keyboards and additional vocals.
Musicians
Lars Eric Mattsson - guitars, bass, keyboards, vocals
Bjφrn Jansson - vocals 1, 5, 8
Martin LeMar - vocals 2, 6, 9
Anand Mahangoe - first guitar solo 3, main guitar solo 8, first guitar
solo 11
Mistheria - keyboard solo 5, 6, 7, 10
Eddie Sledgehammer - drums
Track Listing
01. Unfold The Future
02. Bringer Of The Torch
03. Free My Soul
04. Heal Me
05. Uncover The Lie
06. Ashes To Ashes
07. Make Sure You Don't Fall
08. Deep Inside
09. Blink Of An Eye
10. Got To Get Low
11. Love Conquers All
Credits
Composed by Lars Eric Mattsson
Produced and Mixed by Lars Eric Mattsson
Recorded between December 2005 and August 2006.
Official Web sites
http://www.larsericmattsson.com/
http://www.myspace.com/bookofreflections
Michael Harris - ORCHESTRATE
LMC191
EAN:LMC641992200191 2
http://www.lionmusic.com/orchestrate.htm
ORCHESTRATE sees world acclaimed guitarist Michael Harris back with
the most ambitious album of his career. With a style best described as
"Neo Orchestral Metal" the album is a modern day masterpiece. One
listen reveals the unique combination of electric guitar playing a
very "classical meets metal" style with an orchestra and metal
drumming complete with stunning guitar virtuosity.
On the album Michael comments, "My original vision was to go back to
my DEFENSE MECHANIZMS roots, yet to focus on one style, neoclassical
metal. As the record developed, I realized 'Orchestral' was a better
term, so I consider the record to be my one & only neo-orchestral
record. My previous instrumental records have had some 'classical
meets metal' compositions, but this record is focused exclusively on
that style. I recorded all the backing strings, etc on my keyboard,
and rather than playing chords, most of the time I treated it like
scoring an orchestra, recording one 'voice' at a time. There is still
plenty of guitar of course, and drummer Matt Thompson did an
outstanding job. My focus compositionally was to create strong themes
first and foremost, before the musicianship & full arrangements came
into play."
On the making of the album Michael states, "I recorded all the backing
strings, etc., on my new Yamaha Motif ES keyboard (because the sounds
blew me away) and rather than playing chords, most of the time I
treated it like scoring an orchestra, recording one 'voice' at a time.
Time consuming? Hell yes! So what! There is still plenty of guitar on
the record of course, and Matt's drumming just kicked the whole thing
in the arse!"
"My focus compositionally was to create strong themes first and
foremost, before the musicianship & full arrangements came into play.
I didn't intend on writing around any particular 'culture' of music
stylistically, but when I listen back, I hear many different styles,
even some Russian / Slavic themes. I also wanted to create a record
that breathes with a lot of dynamics, also with at least one tempo
descelerondo, and some free time tempos."
Michael's classical inspirations include the classical composers
include Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Dukas, and Vivaldi.
Michael's more recent favourites include Krzysztof Penderecki and
Allan Pettersson, stating, "I've found them to have some captivating
ideas texturally, but the classical composers I appreciate the most
(above) are the ones who composed with the greatest melodic sense."
Musicians
Michael Harris - Electric, acoustic, synth, nylon string, bass guitars
and keyboards
Matt Thompson - Drums
Track Listing
01. Opus Conceptus
02. String Theory
03. The Mad Composer's Rage
04. Notes from the Kursk
05. Battle At Storm's Edge
06. Guiprice
07. Mysterioso
08. Octavian II
09. The Anti Shred
10. Schizo Forte
Credits
Composed, Mixed & Produced by Michael Harris.
Mastered by Gary Long.
Official Web sites
http://www.michaelharrisguitar.com/
http://www.myspace.com/michaelharrisguitar
Upcoming Releases - December 2006
PATRIK CARLSSON - MELODIC TRAVEL
The second opus.
SATYRIAN - THE DARK GIFT
A limited edition EP with some cool mixies and alternative versions of
some tracks off the current ETERNITAS album.
Selected 2007 Releases (actual release dates TBC)
VITALIJ KUPRIJ - GLACIAL INFERNO AND REVENGE
A limited edition collector's item version of Vitalijs new
instrumental release GLACIAL INFERNO and his progressive metal vocal
Revenge project two CDs.
JOHN MACALUSO'S UNION RADIO - THE RADIO WAVES GOODBYE
Featuring: James LaBrie, Vitalij Kuprij, Mike DiMeo, Chris Caffrey,
Alex Masi, Randy Coven, Zey Grey, Dimuti, Marco Sfogli, Adrian Holtz
(Ark), Derrik Weiland (TSO), etc...
MASSIMO IZZIZZARI - UNSTABLE BALANCE
Superb guitarist...
RESISTANCE - PATENTS OF CONTROL
Mixed by famed producer Neil Kernon who has handled mixing duties for
Queensryche, Nevermore, Deicide, and Prototype.
MOONLIGHT COMEDY - Dorothy
The second opus from the Italian prog metal sensation.
WATERCLIME - TBA
The second opus from the Swedish prog sensation.
FRANCESCO FARERI - TBA
Francesco takes a big step forward...
SUN CAGED - TBA
Second album from one of Europe's leading progressive metal bands and
first to feature new vocalist Paul Adrian Villarreal and keyboardist
Rene Kroon.
DOGPOUND - TBA
Third album from this up and coming Scandinavian rock act.
MILAN POLAK - STRAIGHT
Milan's first vocal album, in the vein of Ritchie Kotzen, with John
Macaluso and Randy Coven and many more...
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-Napalm Records Update
News
EDENBRIDGE - WELCOME TO NAPALM!
http://www.edenbridge.org/
Napalm Records would like to welcome our latest acquisition: Austrian
Symphonic Metal band Edenbridge. Although Napalm Records has opted to
license Edenbridge's current work THE GRAND DESIGN solely in the US,
Canada, and Mexico, all future releases will enjoy a worlwide release
status. Edenbridge's upcoming album is scheduled for a early 2008
release. Edenbridge mastermind Lanvall, had this to say:
"Napalm Records have always performed an outstanding job for their
bands. Since last year, they have shown an intense interest in us and
we are extremely lucky to have their cooperation in bringing
Edenbridge to the next level. It is great to see that there are still
labels out there who believe in a band 100% and are willing to invest
in its future accordingly."
TRAIL OF TEARS: @ X-MASS FESTIVAL!
http://www.trailoftears.no/
Trail Of Tears are confirmed for the X-Mas Festivals in December 06!
GOREFEST/TRAIL OF TEARS/BELPHEGOR/DARZAMAT
8.12.: D - Berlin @ Fritz
9.12.: D - Engeldorf (Leipzig) @ Hellraiser
10.12.: A - Wien @ Planet Music
11.12.: D- Mόnchen @ Backstage
12.12.: CH - Pratteln @ Z7
13.12.: D - Ludwigsburg @ Rockfabrik 14.12.: D - Frankfurt @
Batschkapp
15.12.: FR - Strasbourg @ La Latterie
16.12.: BE - Antwerpen @ Hof Ter Loo
17.12.: NL - Tilburg @ 013
18.12.: D - Essen @ Zeche Carl
19.12.: FR - Paris @ La Locomotive
LEAVES' EYES: NEW DVD & EUROPEAN TOUR
http://www.leaveseyes.de/
Christmas will mark the beginning of Leaves' Eyes' production of their
first DVD, which will include a complete movie with a lot of
interesting background information. Moreover, the band is planning an
indoor and an outdoor show with special stage and show elements
exclusively for the DVD.
Also, Leaves' Eyes are joining forces with Kamelot for their upcoming
European tour.
HURTLOCKER: R.I.P DAN DITELLA
http://www.hurtlocker.biz/
Dan Ditella, former drummer for Chicago thrashers Hurtlocker, has
passed away on October 18th.
"Hurtlocker would like to take the opportunity to say goodbye to a
friend, and former bandmate. Dan Ditella played with Hurtlocker during
much of 2005, and recorded drums on our Napalm Records debut FEAR IN A
HANDFUL OF DUST.
"Dan passed away 10/18/2006 due to complications while in rehab in
Elgin, IL. The details are still sketchy so at this point we can't say
too much. Our thoughts go out to his family, especialy his brother
Mike, and his mother as well as all of Dan's friends. During his time
with Hurtlocker, he struggled with many demons, but he was a good kid
with a big heart. We only hope that Dan found the peace he couldn't
find while he was here. That's all for now. God bless and goodbye. -
Hurtlocker"
The fierce drumming of this fabulous artist can be heard and seen on
Hurtlocker's MySpace site,
http://www.myspace.com/hurtlocker1 .
ATROCITY: DVD COMING UP
http://www.atrocity.de/
The production of their new album WERK 80 II is continuing as the band
has decided to record a complete orchestra, so be aware of a very
unique upcoming album! Moreover, the band is collecting special filmed
material for their exclusive Atrocity DVD. If you have any nice clips
of the band and would like to see it on the DVD, don't hesitate to
send it to the following address:
Mastersound Entertainment
Atrocity History
Schorndorfer Straίe 25
70736 Fellbach
Germany
More Napalm Records News here:
http://www.napalmrecords.com/news.shtml
Current releases:
DIE VERBANNTEN KINDER EVAS
http://www.dvke.info/
The New Darkwave Epic DUSK AND VOID BECAME ALIVE will be released in
North America on January 16, 2007. The album invites one to dream,
while enjoying intelligent, romantic, and touching Darkwave.
First reviews: Orkus 10/10 points, Metal Heart 8,5/10
LEAVES' EYES - VINLAND SAGA LIMITED (US release)
http://www.leaveseyes.de/
Just in time to mark their US tour with Blind Guardian, Leaves' Eyes'
VINLAND SAGA in its limited edition format hits US streets on November
7th. The limited edition digipack includes two bonus tracks, video
clip, interview, and "Making of." Hurry and secure your copy today!
Upcoming releases:
ELIS - GRIEFSHIRE 1/16/07
http://www.elis.li/
With their third release, GRIEFSHIRE, Elis have reached a career
climax, delivering bombastic Gothic Metal that is beautifully carried
by the vocal strength of frontlady Sabine Duenser.
First reviews: Orkus 10/10 "With GRIEFSHIRE Elis ends an era, endowing
this impressive memorial to their vocalist.", Rock It 8.5/10, RockHard
GRE: 8/10, RockHard GER 8/10.
Beginning on November 17th through the album's release date, you will
be able to pre-listen the new songs exclusively on the Sonic Seducer
Web site (
http://www.sonic-seducer.de/ ) and on Sounds2move.de (
http://www.sounds2move.de/ ).
FAIRYLAND - THE FALL OF AN EMPIRE 1/16/07
On their second album, Fairyland improve on their unique mix of
Symphonic and Speed Metal, showcasing a collection of tracks that are
epic, arresting, and discerning. Swift as arrows, guitar riffs duel
with virtuoso keyboards, while monumental string arrangements and
heroic choirs add the powerful yet melodic finishing touch.
First reviews: PowerPlay 8/10, RockHard ITA 8/10.
TRAIL OF TEARS - EXISTENTIA 1/30/07
http://www.trailoftears.no/
EXISTENTIA combines all the elements that set Trail Of Tears apart
from other bands: The dramatic vocal dueling between the two frontmen,
the strong female vocals, and a welcomed heaviness. Producer Terje
Refnes (Sirenia, Tristania) packs a punch, providing a powerful sound
for the energetic compositions that waste no time in getting their
point across.
New confirmed tours:
Leaves' Eyes & Kamelot:
29.03.2007 NL - Zoetermeer / Boerderij
30.03.2007 NL - Plato / Helmond
31.03.2007 UK - Cheltenham / PROGPOWER UK-Festival
03.04.2007 D - Bochum / Zeche
05.04.2007 F - Paris / Elysee Monmatre
06.04.2007 B - Antwerpen / Hof Ter Loh
07.04.2007 CH - Pratteln / Z7
08.04.2007 D - Offenbach / Capitol
10.04.2007 D - Nόrnberg / Hirsch
12.04.2007 CZ - Zlin / Masters Of Rock Cafe
13.04.2007 HUN - Budapest / Wigwham
14.04.2007 SER - Belgrade / SEC
http://www.napalmrecords.com/
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-Violent Storm Announce New Guitarist
Violent Storm, whose new album STORM WARNING was released on October
23rd, have announced that Martin Mickels will be joining the band when
they tour in 2007. Martin, currently the lead guitarist with Gary
Barden's band, Statetrooper, will be playing the parts performed on
the album by rock luminaries Yngwie Malmsteen and K.K. Downing. Of
course he is no stranger to stepping into the shoes of guitar gods ...
in Statetrooper he replaced Brian Robertson, and regularly plays the
guitar parts co-written and performed by Michael Schenker, for the MSG
tracks performed by Statetrooper.
Violent Storm will announce the details of their new tour on their Web
site
http://www.violentstorm.net/ .
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-Quiet Riot Update
Founded in 1975 by Randy Rhoads, Quiet Riot are recognized as
contributing to the success of the 1980's Glam Metal scene. Their
album METAL HEALTH was the first American heavy metal to reach #1 on
the Billboard charts in the USA. Quiet Riot knocked The Police's
SYNCHRONICITY from the top spot and helped pave the way for more heavy
metal albums to gain the commercial success they deserved. At the same
time, they had another first ... the first time that a heavy metal
band made the Top 5 in the US pop charts. Their cover of Slade's "Cum
On Feel The Noize" spent two weeks at #5.
The new album, REHAB, was recorded by Kevin DuBrow (vocals), and
Frankie Banali (drums), joined by Tony Franklin on Bass, and Neil
Citron on the guitar. They are also joined by the voice of rock, Glenn
Hughes, who guests on the Spooky Tooth cover "Evil Woman" (both as
part of the vocal duet, and on bass). Since the recording, both Alex
Grossi (guitar) and Chuck Wright (bass) have rejoined the band, and
this is the lineup that is going to be touring worldwide in support of
the album.
Over the years, the band has been home to various celebrity members
... Rhoads famously went on to play with Ozzy Osbourne, but in
addition to that Rudy Sarzo, bass player between 1979 and 1985 (and
1997 - 2003), went on to play with Whitesnake & Dio, Sean McNabb (1987
- 1989) played with Great White, and even Tracii Guns of L.A. Guns
fame was the guitarist, albeit for only two weeks!
They have also been immortalized on "The Simpsons," in an episode
entitled "The Father, Son And The Holy Guest Star" in 2005, where they
performed as a religious band called Pious Riot!
The new album, REHAB is released by Demolition Records on November
22nd.
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-Seattle Metal Festival Returns In 2007 With Headliners Overkill And
Seven National Acts
SEATTLE -- Returning after a three-year hiatus, the Seattle Metal
Festival will be on Jan. 20, 2007, at The Showbox in Seattle,
Washington.
This year's lineup -- a mixture of metal veterans from the US and
abroad, as well as up and coming national acts -- will be: Overkill,
God Forbid, Destruction, Into Eternity, Ghoatwhore, The Human
Abstract, Mnemic, and Arsis.
The festival is promoted by Frank Hetzel of Howitzer Productions and
the main sponsor is Dragon Monkey Media. Hetzel is the creator of the
Seattle Metal Festival and the Northwest Deathfest, as well as the
promoter of many metal shows in the Seattle area.
"I put the Seattle Metal Fest on the back burner for a while because I
felt that it should become a stronger festival -- a show with great
national metal acts that people would travel from all over the Pacific
Northwest to see," said Hetzel. "It took some time to work out the
logistics for a festival of this size and with the help of Dragon
Monkey Media; the show is coming together smoothly."
Dragon Monkey Media LLC is a Northwest-based media company promoting
local musicians and artists by providing an internet resource to allow
them to showcase their artistic works through its associated record
label, Hot Monkey Records, and its affiliated production company, Dark
Angel Productions.
Tickets go on sale Saturday, November 11 through Tickets West (
http://www.ticketswest.com/ ) and The Showbox box office, as well as
http://www.seattlemetalfest.com/ , Silver Platters in Seattle, and
Scrape Records in Vancouver, BC. The Showbox is located at 1426 1st
Ave. in Seattle, WA (
http://www.showboxonline.com/ , 206-628-3151).
Tickets will be $25.00 advance and $30.00 day of show. This is an all
ages event with alcohol available for purchase to those at least 21
years old with ID.
http://www.seattlemetalfest.com/
http://www.dragonmonkeymedia.com/
http://www.myspace.com/seattlemetalfest
http://www.howitzerproductions.com/
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-Twisted Sister Update
'Twas the night before Christmas, and not a creature was stirring, not
even a mouse ...
Bollocks to that, this year it's A TWISTED CHRISTMAS!!!
Twisted Sister return with a new studio album .... With a difference.
In between a grueling touring schedule, where they have headlined at
most of the world's biggest festivals, they have managed to find
enough time to record an album, in time for Christmas ... so what else
would you expect? Of course, an album of Christmas songs, done in the
inimitable Twisted Sister style. Much loved songs like "Oh Come All
You Faithful" and "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" have been given
the Twisted makeover, and they have been joined for a couple of songs
by old friends ... Lita Ford duets on "I'll Be Home For Christmas" and
Doro Pesch lends her vocal talents to a great version of "White
Christmas." But probably the highlight of the album has to be the re-
lyriced "12 Days Of Christmas," entitled "Heavy Metal Christmas" ...
"on the first day of Christmas my true love sent to me ... a tattoo of
Ozzy."
Twisted Sister reformed in 2001, after working together on a number of
projects such as recording a song for the "Strangeland" soundtrack
(the film written, directed and starring Dee Snider) and the unusual
step of recording an AC/DC cover for a Twisted Sister tribute album!
In 2001, they performed at a benefit gig for the NYPD And FDNY Widows
And Orphans Fund (after September 11th) and a number of shows for the
US military. It wasn't until 2003, when Mark Mendoza rejoined the
band, reuniting the classic lineup, and a storming headline
performance at the Sweden Rock Festival, that the world realized what
a live force Twisted Sister still were!
The band went on to re-record their STAY HUNGRY album, stating that
they were unhappy with the original production, and released it in
2004 as STILL HUNGRY. But these were not the only recording duties
that the band members undertook. In addition to the new Twisted
Christmas album, Jay Jay French and Dee Snider worked with Eurovision
winners Lordi to produce and play on a few tracks on their
AROCKALYPSE.
A TWISTED CHRISTMAS is released by Demolition Records on November
22nd.
http://www.twistedsister.com/
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-Paul Stanley Meet & Greet Package
The Beatles had Paul McCartney. Led Zeppelin had Robert Plant. Kiss
have Paul Stanley.
For more than thirty years, Paul Stanley has reigned supreme as one of
the single-most recognizable frontmen in the history of rock and roll.
He's the principal songwriter, driving force and the unwavering voice
of Kiss, one of the most successful and influential bands ever born on
American soil. Employing equal parts hip-grinding rhythm, full-tilt
glam and guitar-driven slam, Stanley single-handedly penned such
escapist anthems as "Love Gun," "God Of Thunder" and "Black Diamond."
He was the golden throat that throttled "Detroit Rock City," the
charismatic swagger behind "I Was Made For Lovin' You," and stripped
of makeup, was the unmasked troubadour that breathed vocal life into
the ballads "Reason To Live," "Forever" and "Every Time I Look At
You." Stanley's career with Kiss spans more than three decades and in
excess of 100 million records sold worldwide. His first solo album in
more than 25 years, LIVE TO WIN, is in stores now. In the words of
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*** PRESS RELEASE #11 ***
*
-MVD Audio To Reissue Roadrunner Records Classics On January 16
NEW MVD EXCLUSIVE TITLES
SOLITUDE AETERNUS - BEYOND THE CRIMSON HORIZON
SKU: MASSCDDG0970
UPC: 5907785028555
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Solitude Aeternus was formed in 1987. They were influenced by power
metal bands (Metallica, Jag Panzer, Metal Church, Fates Warning), the
early crop of doom metal bands (Candlemass, St. Vitus, Trouble,
Pentagram), as also psychedelic and '70s hard rock. In March of 1992
the band began the sessions for their second full-length album, BEYOND
THE CRIMSON HORIZON. The second LP was released in July of 1992 and
surpassed the debut in every aspect, bringing an intelligent,
carefully measured doom metal feast. The release of BEYOND THE CRIMSON
HORIZON was followed by a tour with Paul DiAnno's Killers. This re-
mastered reissue comes in an limited edition of 2,000.
Song Titles:
Seeds Of The Desolate, Black Castle, The Final Sin, It Came Upon One
Night, The Hourglass, Beneath The Fading Sun, Plague Of Procreation,
Beyond The Crimson Horizon. BONUS TRACKS: City Of Armageddon, It Came
Upon One Night (demo).
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 56 mins.
Format: CD
SOLITUDE AETERNUS - INTO THE DEPTHS OF SORROW
SKU: MASSCDDG0971
UPC: 5907785028562
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Solitude Aeternus was formed in 1987 by guitarist John Perez. It was
influenced by power metal bands (Metallica, Jag Panzer, Metal Church,
Fates Warning), the early crop of doom metal bands (Candlemass, St.
Vitus, Trouble, Pentagram), as also psychedelic and '70s hard rock.
Their debut INTO THE DEPTHS OF SORROW saw the light in July of 1991, a
whole year after the recording. The debut proved to be worthy of
patience -- the heavy, yet strangely sublime sound followed by
brilliant technique and a gloomy atmosphere proved that speed is not
what counts the most in metal. Limited edition of 2,000 hand-numbered
copies.
Song Titles:
Dawn Of Antiquity (A Return To Despair), Opaque Divinity, Transcending
Sentinels, Dream Of Immortality, Destiny Falls To Ruin, White Ship,
Mirror Of Sorrow, Where Angels Dare To Tread. BONUS TRACKS: Opaque
Divinity (demo), Mirror Of Sorrow (demo), Transcending Sentinels
(demo).
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 48 mins.
Format: CD
LAST CRACK - BURNING TIME
SKU: MASSCDDG0972
UPC: 5907785028579
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Last Crack's debut, SINISTER FUNKHOUSE #17, shocked the press and
opened the eyes of critics. Its controversial cover art and epic songs
had everyone asking, "What will they do next?" That question would be
answered with new songs, a new album, and a new producer -- Dave
Jerden (Jane's Addiction, Alice In Chains) who seemed a perfect fit
for Last Crack. The band traveled to Los Angeles to record at the
world-class El Dorado studios where Dave Jerden and recording engineer
Bryan Carlstrom were able to hone the band's raw talent to create the
musical masterpiece, BURNING TIME. Limited edition of 2,000 hand-
numbered copies.
Song Titles:
Wicked Sandbox, Mini Toboggan, Energy Mind, My Burning Time, Precious
Human Stress, Love, Craig, Kiss A The Cold, Love Or Surrender, Mack
Bolasses, Blue Fly, Fish Sky, Papa Mugaya, Down Beat Dirt Messiah,
Oooh. BONUS TRACKS: Mack Bollasses (live), Energy Mind (live).
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 65 mins.
Format: CD
LAST CRACK - SINISTER FUNKHOUSE #17
SKU: MASSCDDG0973
UPC: 5907785028586
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
By 1989, a little over a year after the band was created, Last Crack
released their first album, SINISTER FUNKHOUSE #17. They had since
moved to Minneapolis to be in the "big city" scene and recorded the
album at Prince's Paisley Park studios. The controversial cover, band
pictures and interviews were in scores of magazines. Last Crack was
all the buzz. Re-mastered limited edition of 2,000 hand-numbered
copies with bonus tracks.
Song Titles:
Good Mourning From The Funkhouse, Gush Volcano Crush (G.V.C.), Blood
Brothers Of The Big Black Bear, Concrete Slaughterdogs, Slicing Steel,
Saraboyscage, The Last Crack, Shelter, Terse, Thee Abyss. BONUS
TRACKS: Blood Brothers Of The Big Black Bear (live), Sarahboyscage
(live).
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 51 mins.
Format: CD
XENTRIX - SHATTERED EXISTENCE
SKU: MASSCDDG0976
UPC: 5907785028616
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Xentrix were one of the leading exponenets of UK thrash and SHATTERED
EXISTENCE is their debut album, originally released in 1989. The album
was recorded and mixed in nippy 14 days with the producer John
Cuniberti bringing the best out of both the band and their material.
Of the newer tracks, the likes of "Position Of Security," "Crimes" and
"Balance Of Power" proved that Xentrix could stand up against anything
else the UK thrash scene had to offer. While "No Compromise," "Dark
Enemy" and "Back In The Real World" show that you can play fast and in
a controlled manner at the same time. Limited edition of 2,000 hand-
numbered copies.
Song Titles:
No Compromise, Balance Of Power, Crimes, Back In The Real World, Dark
Enemy, Bad Blood, Reasons For Destruction, Position Of Security,
Heaven Cent. BONUS TRACKS: Ghostbusters, Nobody's Perfect,
Interrogate.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 55 mins.
Format: CD
XENTRIX - FOR WHOSE ADVANTAGE
SKU: MASSCDDG0977
UPC: 5907785028623
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
UK thrash band Xentrix caused some controversy with their cover of
"Ghostbusters" (included here as a bonus track), but rest assured
these guys were no novelty act. FOR WHOSE ADVANTAGE combined with the
DILUTE TO TASTE EP for this reissue is a classic slice of thought-
provoking thrash metal. This re-mastered reissue from the vaults of
Roadrunner Records comes as a limited edition of 2,000 hand-numbered
copies.
Song Titles:
Questions, For Whose Advantage?, The Human Condition, False Ideals,
The Bitter End, New Beginnings, Desperate Remedies, Kept In The Dark,
Black Embrace, Running White Faced City Boy. BONUS TRACKS: Pure
Thought, Shadows Of Doubt, Balance Of Power, Kept In The Dark, Crimes,
Ghostbusters.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 47 mins.
Format: CD
XENTRIX - KIN
SKU: MASSCDDG0978
UPC: 5907785028630
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
After releasing their debut LP SHATTERED EXISTENCE (1989) and the
follow-up FOR WHOSE ADVANTAGE (1990), Xentrix gained a well deserved
status of British thrash heroes. The popularity of the band was
followed by some intensive touring, next to groups such as Skyclad and
Sepultura. Then it all came tumbling down, as the UK thrash scene
became more and more neglected by the fans and nearly collapsed in
1993. But Xentrix refused to simply step down and surrender their
career. Instead they made their most successful effort yet by
releasing their third and most intensive album, KIN. limited edition
of 2,000 hand-numbered copies.
Song Titles:
The Order Of Chaos, A Friend To You, All Bleed Red, No More Time,
Waiting, Come Tomorrow, Release, See Through You, Another Day. BONUS
TRACKS: Reward, Never Be, The Hand That Feeds Itself, Silence.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 53 mins.
Format: CD
REALM - ENDLESS WAR
SKU: MASSCDDG0979
UPC: 5907785028647
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Realm definitely belongs among the hall of metal heroes, bringing
music that far surpassed its times, showing exactly how technical,
futuristic thrash metal should sound like. Realm's first album ENDLESS
WAR came in 1988. Some reviewers gave this album a "Bay Area thrash"
etiquette, yet the progressive elements found in each composition
makes the music all more difficult to define. One thing was certain --
all 11 tracks, along with the surprisingly enthusiastic cover version
of The Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby" (to this day mentioned as one of the
most successful metal covers ever made) were a testimony of technical
brilliance, revealed through high-speed guitar performance.
Song Titles:
Endless War, Slay The Oppressor, Eminence, Fate's Wind, Root Of Evil,
Eleanor Rigby, This House Is Burning, Second Coming, All Heads Will
Turn To The Hunt, Mang, Poisoned Minds. BONUS TRACK: Theseus And The
Minotaur.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 49 mins.
Format: CD
REALM - SUICIETY
SKU: MASSCDDG0980
UPC: 5907785028654
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Realm definitely belongs among the hall of metal heroes, bringing
music that far surpassed its times, showing exactly how technical,
futuristic thrash metal should sound like. SUICIETY continues the
progressive thrash metal crusade started on ENDLESS WAR, bringing even
more brilliantly conjoined musical novelties. The band smoothed their
sound, giving it a lot more space and structure. But the heaviness
remained untouched -- the album kicks off with a perfectly balanced
thrash metal impact and keeps the listener overpowered until the last
minute of the record. Limited edition of 2,000 hand-numbered copies.
Song Titles:
Cain Rose Up (Scream Bloody Gore), Fragile Earth, Energentic
Discontent, Gateway, Final Solution, The Brainchild, LaFlamme's
Theory, Dick, Knee Deep In Blood, Suiciety. BONUS TRACK: One More Red
Nightmare (King Crimson cover).
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 50 mins.
Format: CD
ZNOWHITE - ACT OF GOD
SKU: MASSCDDG0981
UPC: 5907785028661
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Among other speed metal bands, Znowhite definitely had style and
character. ACT OF GOD remains one of the most thrilling and intense
metal productions of the '80s. It took the band only this release to
earn the status of classic and engrave the name Znowhite onto the
pages of metal history. ACT OF GOD definitely presented Znowhite at
its best -- full of insanely fast guitar riffs and fiery solos
conjoined with Nicole Lee's characteristic vocals, the record was a
speed metal masterpiece that appealed to each and every heavy music
fanatic. After the release of the album the band focused on live
performance, eventually breaking up. Limited edition of 2,000 hand-
numbered copies.
Song Titles:
To The Last Breath, Baptised By Fire, Pure Blood, War Machine,
Thunderdome, Rest In Peace, Disease Bigotry, A Soldier's Creed,
Something Wicked (This Way Comes).
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 49 mins.
Format: CD
PESTILENCE - MIND REFLECTIONS
SKU: MASSCDDG0982
UPC: 5907785028678
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Pestilence won't require an introduction. Known for mixing various
influences, from thrash to jazz and fusion with classic death metal,
the band had become legendary a long time before their split in 1993.
In 1994 Roadrunner Records released the compilation MIND REFLECTIONS.
The result was more than satisfying -- MIND REFLECTIONS truly unfold
the band's best qualities, giving a perfect insight of Pestilence's
seven years of its existence. Enriched by the ultra-rare track "Hatred
Within" and six live tracks recorded at the Dynamo Open Air festival
in 1992, the record blends into a must-have for all Pestilence fans.
Limited edtion of 2,000 hand-numbered copies.
Song Titles:
Out Of The Body, Twisted Truth, The Process Of Suffocation, Parricide,
Mind Reflections, Dehydrated, Land Of Tears, Hatred Within, The
Secrecies Of Horror, Subordinate To The Domination, Dehydrated (live),
Chemotherapy (live), Presence Of The Dead (live), Testimony (live),
Chronic Infection (live), Out Of The Body (live), Mind Reflections
(video).
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 48 mins.
Format: CD
CRIMSON GLORY - STRANGE AND BEAUTIFUL
SKU: MASSCDDG0983
UPC: 5907785028685
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Crimson Glory's origin reaches all the way to the '80s, when the band
emerged with a dazzling combination of early Queensryche style,
fascinating guitar melodies and distinctive, emotive vocals. With
their third album, Crimson Glory reached far beyond simple power metal
musicianship, replacing it with complex, precise songwriting,
controversial both in sound and structure. STRANGE AND BEAUTIFUL
turned out as an epic musical experience, filled with elements
borrowed from prog metal, as well as blues and hard rock. The album
was a definite turn in the group's career, and a risky move as well.
STRANGE AND BEAUTIFUL was a milestone for Crimson Glory.
Song Titles:
Strange And Beautiful, Promise Land, Love And Dreams, The Chant, Dance
On Fire, Song For Angels, In The Mood, Starchamber, Deep Inside Your
Heart, Make You Love Me, Far Away.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 63 mins.
Format: CD
HEATHEN - VICTIMS OF DECEPTION
SKU: MASSCDDG0984
UPC: 5907785028692
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
One of the most unique bands to rise from the second wave of the Bay
Area thrash explosion, Heathen was formed in 1984 inspired by '70s
rock, the NWOBHM and the first wave of Thrash Metal. Their second
album, VICTIMS OF DECEPTION showed extreme musical progress of the
group, with complex double harmony sections being followed by
thrilling solos, powerful rhythms and extreme drumming, all sealed by
stunning vocal performances to form a truly epic album. VICTIMS OF
DECEPTION remains the band's best effort so far, truly revealing the
sheer substance of thrash metal in motion. Limited edition of 2,000
hand-numerated copies.
Song Titles:
Hypnotized, Opiate Of The Masses, Heathen's Song, Kill The King, Fear
Of The Unknown, Prisoners Of Fate, Morbid Curiosity, Guitarmony
(instrumental), Mercy Is No Virtue, Timeless Cell Of Prophecy. BONUS
TRACK: Hellbound.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 50 mins.
Format: CD
ATROPHY - SOCIALIZED HATE
SKU: MASSCDDG0985
UPC: 5907785028708
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Atrophy hail from Arizona and make up the Arizona thrash triumvirate
with Flotsam And Jetsam and Sacred Reich. The band formed in 1987 but
reputedly the nucleus of Atrophy got together while conducting
endurance experiments on a lizard in an ecology class at the
University of Arizona! Their debut album SOCIALIZED HATE was recorded
in L.A. and given a fine production by Metal Blade aficionado Bill
Meyers. Atrophy deliver good solid thrash, with an added highlight of
the inclusion of some of the most intelligent and well put together
lyrics seen and heard in a long time. Limited edition of 2,000 hand-
numbered copies.
Song Titles:
Chemical Dependency, Killing Machine, Matter Of Attitude, Preacher,
Preacher, Beer Bong, Socialized Hate, Best Defense, Product Of The
Past, Rest In Pieces, Urban Decay.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 48 mins.
Format: CD
ATROPHY - VIOLENT BY NATURE
SKU: MASSCDDG0986
UPC: 5907785028715
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Atrophy are an intelligent metal band whose music glimpses sides of
life not usually touched upon in the metal world. VIOLENT BY NATURE
deals with serious issues such as war, drugs, racism, and the
environment, and does it with a lethal combination of stinging lyrics
and balls-to-the-wall musicianship. VIOLENT BY NATURE was produced by
Bill Metoyer, (Slayer, D.R.I., and Flotsam And Jetsam), who also
worked the boards on the first album, and it contains tracks that co-
founder Chris Lykins feels contain some unique differences from the
average metal tunes. Limited edition of 2,000 hand-numbered copies.
Song Titles:
Puppies And Friends, Violent By Nature, In Their Eyes, Too Late To
Change, Slipped Through The Cracks, Forgotten But Not Gone, Process Of
Elimination, Right To Die, Things Change.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 46 mins.
Format: CD
DISINCARNATE - DREAMS OF THE CARRION KIND
SKU: MASSCDDG0987
UPC: 5907785028722
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Disincarnate was a part of the underground death metal movement of the
early '90s, led by one of the genre's best-known guitarists -- James
Murphy. It was through his technically innovatative work on classic
albums like Death's SPIRITUAL HEALING, Obituary's CAUSE OF DEATH, and
Cancer's DEATH SHALL RISE that Murphy gained his reputation as one of
death metal's primo axemen -- it only seemed natural that he form a
band of his own. Disincarnate recorded only one album during their
existence. DREAMS OF THE CARRION KIND, released in 1993 on Roadrunner
Records, was a minor masterwork of the death metal genre. This reissue
features liner notes from Murphy and bonus tracks.
Song Titles:
De Profundis (Intro), Stench Of Paradise Burning, Beyond The Flesh, In
Sufferance, Monarch Of The Sleeping, Soul Erosion, Entranced, Confine
Of Shadows, Deadspawn, Sea Of Tears, Immemorial Dream (Outro). BONUS
TRACKS: Stench Of Paradise Burning (demo), Soul Erosion (demo),
Confine Of Shadows (demo).
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 56 mins.
Format: CD
GORGUTS - CONSIDERED DEAD
SKU: MASSCDDG0988
UPC: 5907785028739
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Over 15 years ago, Canada's Gorguts began their contribution to this
long overlooked genre, showcasing their knack for delivering extremely
brutal tunes laced with brilliantly subtle melodies and intelligent
arrangements. The result: one of the best-kept secrets in the history
of death metal. Their debut album CONSIDERED DEAD was unleashed in
1991. The album consisted of ten extremely catchy compositions that
were not short on intricacy, speed and haunting melodies proof
positive that Gorguts were indeed worthy of their newfound status.
Limited edition of 2,000 hand-numbered copies.
Song Titles:
...And Then Comes Lividity, Stiff And Cold, Disincarnated, Considered
Dead, Rottenatom, Bodily Corrupted, Waste Of Mortality, Drifting
Remains, Hematological Allergy, Innoculated Life.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 47 mins.
Format: CD
GORGUTS - THE EROSION OF SANITY
SKU: MASSCDDG0989
UPC: 5907785028746
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Over 15 years ago, Canada's Gorguts begun their contribution to this
long overlooked genre, showcasing their knack for delivering extremely
brutal tunes laced with brilliantly subtle melodies and intelligent
arrangements. The result: one of the best-kept secrets in the history
of death metal. Two years after Gorguts released their debut album
CONSIDERED DEAD, Gorguts started composing tracks for their sophomore
effort, THE EROSION OF SANITY. The eventual result was an album that
is commonly hailed by fans and bands as one of the best death metal
records of all time. Limited edition of 2,000 hand-numbered copies.
Song Titles:
With Their Flesh, He'll Create, Condemned To Obscurity, The Erosion Of
Sanity, Orphans Of Sickness, Hideous Infirmity, A Path Beyond
Premonition, Odors Of Existence, Dormant Misery.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 51 mins.
Format: CD
SADUS - CHEMICAL EXPOSURE
SKU: MASSCDDG0990
UPC: 5907785028753
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Sadus remains among the heroes of old-school metal, successively
holding their position in the music business. The 2006 release OUT FOR
BLOOD proved the undying mastery of the Americans. Now, with the re-
release of their first three LPs, you can once again experience the
brutality of pure Bay Area death/thrash collaboration. CHEMICAL
EXPOSURE is the band's debut album, re-titled (originally titled
ILLUSIONS) and re-mastered. Uncompromising thrash attack from 1992.
Limited edition of 2,000 hand-numbered copies.
Song Titles:
Certain Death, Undead, Sadus Attack, Torture, And Then You Die, Hands
Of Fate, Twisted Face, Fight Or Die, Illusions, Chemical Exposure.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 55 mins.
Format: CD
SADUS - SWALLOWED IN BLACK
SKU: MASSCDDG0991
UPC: 5907785028760
List Price: $ 16.95
Your Price: $ 16.95
Prebook Date*: 12/19/06
Street Date: 01/16/07
Description:
Sadus remains among the heroes of old-school metal, successively
holding their position in the music business. The 2006 release OUT FOR
BLOOD proved the undying mastery of the Americans. Now, with the re-
release of their first three LPs, you can once again experience the
brutality of pure Bay Area death/thrash collaboration. In 1990 their
second album, SWALLOWED IN BLACK, saw daylight. The follow-up
surpassed the debut LP with even more brutality and effectiveness,
backed by a razor-sharp production, extremely precise guitar playing
easily blends with sonic aggression of the bass and drum sections.
Limited edition of 2,000 hand-numbered copies.
Song Titles:
Black, Man Infestation, Last Abide, The Wake, In Your Face, Good
Rid'nz, False Incarnation, Images, Powers Of Hate, Arise, Oracles Of
Obmission.
Other Info:
Label: MVD AUDIO
Running Time: 51 mins.
Format: CD
on the web:
http://mvdb2b.com/
phone:
800-888-0486
*
*** PRESS RELEASE #12 ***
*
-Summer Breeze News
Dear Summer Breeze community!
As you might have seen already the 2007 anniversary billing poll has
been finished. Nearly 4,000 of you have participated. Thanks a lot for
making it happen! Thirty participants have won and been informed
already.
As mentioned previously about half of the bands playing the main and
the pain stage are supposed to represent a sort of a "best-of" billing
of the past ten years. Therefore we started to book bands right after
the results were obvious. Three of the bands you voted Top 5 we could
engage quite quickly. Among which is the absolute winner of the poll
with a majority of votes of 30% more than position #2. That leaves no
doubts.
As it takes a bit more of time to go until we can start our yearly
advent calendar on December, 1st we will announce one of those first
three bands each of the upcoming three Saturdays at midnight.
Not only the tax rise but many other reasons forced us to do one price
including all services for the first time. Actually it hasn't become
more expensive but easier to handle during the festival. The
anniversary ticket will be 60,- EURO including all fees, party tent,
camping and parking!
Yes, you got it right. We have managed to get permission for a party
tent to celebrate our anniversary more adequately. It will be combined
with the beer garden. And starting on Wednesday we will try to serve
you with an interesting and entertaining daily programme containing
live shows, theatre, cinema, German "oompah" music and so on. Watch
out for details.
All that in addition to many other things we think is real value for
money.
60,- EURO for 4 days of full programme with 50 bands on two stages,
more action in the tent incl. Camping, parking and free toilettes --
no more hidden costs!
The early bird catches the worm!
Just five weeks after starting pre-sales without any band confirmed
most of the limited 1,000 tickets are sold. The remaining contingent
still is available in our online shop only for a special price of 55,-
EURO instead of 60,- EURO normal price. Despite that each of the
limited tickets comes with a free "SUMMER BREEZE - REHvolution" T-
shirt which cannot be bought separately or elsewhere. And as this
wasn't enough everybody buying a ticket until December 6th has the
chance to buy the 2006 merchandise for 50% off. Please check our
online shop for further details. Please note: this campaign is valid
only until December 6th or until the 1,000 tickets are sold out!!
Money needs to be credited on our account until eight days after
placing the order the latest as otherwise we need to cancel it!!
So "be quick or be dead"!
The mask for 2007 will be presented this weekend, too. For the first
time Jan Meininghaus created it. Last works are being done once again
by Thomas Ewerhard. And be assured, the boys did bloody well!
The deer formerly known as B***i!
The metal deer gets a new name. Check out
http://www.bambi-statt-helga.de/ to find a poll where you can choose a
new name. To avoid possible legal problems decision was made to change
the name.
Stay in touch
Yours,
SUMMER BREEZE OPEN AIR!
http://www.summer-breeze.de/
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*** PRESS RELEASE #13 ***
*
-Burn In Silence Debuts Video On-line
Massachusetts metal act Burn In Silence has unveiled the first video
from the band's Prosthetic Records debut, ANGEL MAKER. Filmed in July
with director Mike Wildt in Costa Mesa, Calif., the clip features a
horror movie-inspired storyline along with performance footage of the
album's lead track, "Lines From An Epitaph." The video can be viewed
at the Prosthetic Records YouTube page (
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBBmX4CIPw4 ), and details about the
television video outlets debut will be available soon.
Currently on tour with labelmates Year Of Desolation, Burn In Silence
-- upon completing this tour -- will join up with Misery Index,
Intronaut and labelmates Yakuza for a run of dates from early November
into December. Staying busy this year has been the name of the game
for Burn In Silence, the band has already toured heavily throughout
2006 alongside The Autumn Offering, Too Pure To Die, Black My Heart
and headlining shows on their own, as well as appearing at Boston's
annual Locobazooka festival alongside Alice In Chains, Buckcherry and
Powerman 5000.
Already dubbed a Bay State up-and-comer by the Boston Herald and
hailed by Ruin magazine as "hands down, the best debut of the year,"
ANGEL MAKER was recorded with producer Ken Susi (Unearth) in late 2005
and early 2006, with Tue Madsen (Himsa, The Haunted) handling mixing
duties. The record is the follow-up to Burn In Silence's self-released
PURE AS YOUR FIRST DAY EP.
Burn In Silence on tour
(with Misery Index, Intronaut)
11/4 - Brooklyn, NY Rock Star Bar
11/5 - Staten Island, NY Dock Street
11/6 - New York City, NY Lit Lounge
11/8 - Rochester, NY Montage Grill
11/9 - Detroit, MI Modern Exchange
11/10 - Chicago, IL Champ's
11/11 - Grand Rapids, MI The Rocker
11/12 - La Crosse, WI Warehouse
11/13 - Eau Claire, WI House Of Rock
11/14 - St. Paul, MN Station 4
11/15 - Fargo, ND Fargo VFW
11/16 - Rapid City, SD Venue Eight
11/17 - Denver, CO Hubba's
11/18 - Tulsa, OK The Hive
11/19 - Dallas, TX The Galaxy Club (w/ Cattle Decapitation, Daath)
11/20 - Fayetteville, AR The Dart Room
11/21 - St Louis, MO Just Bill's Place
(with Misery Index, Intronaut, Yakuza)
11/22 - Akron, OH - Daily Double
11/23 - Columbus, OH High Five
11/24 - Toledo, OH Club Bijou
11/26 - Nashville, TN The Muse
11/27 - Marietta, GA Swayze's
11/28 - Charleston, SC Village Tavern
11/29 - Wilmington, NC Lucky's
11/30 - Danville, VA Plan B
12/2 - Kingston, RI Memorial Union Ballroom
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*** PRESS RELEASE #14 ***
*
-Moonspell Won The MTV Euro Award For Best Portuguese Act
Moonspell won MTV Europe's award for Best Portuguese Act, competing
with multi-platinum Hip-Hop and Pop bands. This is the first time in
history that a Metal band has won this award. The band has issued the
following statement on-line:
"We won MTV Euro awards for best Portuguese act and wish to dedicate
it to all people around the world who voted for us and helped
Moonspell to become a stronger band and Portuguese Metal more known to
the abroad scene! Thank you a million moons!!! ~Fernando and
Moonspell"
Moonspell continue to tour in support of their new album MEMORIAL
which was released earlier this year through SPV / Steamhammer. The
appropriately dubbed "Nocturnal Mourning" tour with special guests
Katatonia and Daylight Dies is hitting the world famous Whiskey A Go
Go in L.A. this Sunday Nov. 5th. The tour will then roll through
Anaheim and start heading east until the final show Nov. 19th at the
Webster Theater in Hartford, CT.
NOCTURNAL MOURNING TOUR
w/ Moonspell, Katatonia, Daylight Dies
presented by Decibel and Blabbermouth.net
11/4/06 - Oakland, CA - The Metro
11/5/06 - Los Angeles, CA - Whiskey A Go Go
11/6/06 - Anaheim, CA - House Of Blues
11/9/06 - Tempe, AZ - The Clubhouse
11/10/06 - Albuquerque, NM - The Launch Pad
11/11/06 - San Antonio, TX - White Rabbit
11/12/06 - Houston, TX - Warehouse Live
11/13/06 - Ft. Worth, TX - Ridglea Theater
11/15/06 - St. Petersburg, FL - State Theater
11/16/06 - Atlanta, GA - Masquerade
11/17/06 - Springfield, VA - Jaxx
11/18/06 - Troy, NY - Revolution Hall
11/19/06 - Hartford, CT - Webster Theatre / Underground
http://www.moonspell.com/
http://www.myspace.com/moonspell
*
*** PRESS RELEASE #15 ***
*
-All That Remains Tap Drummer Tim Yeung For Upcoming Tour Dates, Seek
New Drummer
Seasoned drummer Tim Yeung (Hate Eternal, Vital Remains) will
temporarily join Massachusetts-based metal band All That Remains on
the band's current set of scheduled live dates, including a run with
fellow Bay Staters Killswitch Engage and a three-week tour with
DragonForce throughout the United Kingdom in November and December.
Yeung has already made his presence known in the metal world having
showcased his playing with Hate Eternal, Decrepit Birth, Vital Remains
and Aurora Borealis among others, as well as earning the World's
Fastest Drummer title at the 2006 summer NAMM show in Austin, Texas
earlier this year. More information on Yeung can be found at his
official Web site (
http://www.timyeung.com/ ) or his MySpace page (
http://www.myspace.com/TimYeung ).
Subsequently, All That Remains is currently seeking a full-time
drummer to join the band upon returning to America in mid-December.
Interested parties can contact inquire via the band's official MySpace
page (
http://www.myspace.com/allthatremains ) and message the band
with the heading "attn: drummer." Links to videos of interested
candidates playing "This Calling" and "The Weak Willed" from All That
Remains' new album, THE FALL OF IDEALS are required.
All That Remains on tour
(with Killswitch Engage, Bury Your Dead, 2 Cents)
11/9 - Charlotte, NC Tremont Music Hall
11/10 - Nashville, TN Rocketown
11/11 - Cincinnati, OH - Bogart's
11/12 - Memphis, TN New Daisy Theatre
11/13 - New Orleans, LA House Of Blues
11/15 - Austin, TX Emo's
11/16 - Lubbock, TX South Beach
11/17 - Colorado Springs, CO The Black Sheep
11/18 - Albuquerque, NM Sunshine Theater
11/19 - Tucson, AZ Rialto Theatre
11/21 - Fresno, AZ Rainbow Ballroom
11/24 - Sparks, NV New Oasis
11/25 - Boise, ID Big Easy Concert House
11/26 - Spokane, WA Big Easy
(United Kingdom tour with DragonForce)
11/29 - Folkestone, UK Leas Cliff Hall
11/30 - Southampton, UK - Guildhall
12/1 - Leeds, UK - University
12/4 - Cardiff, UK University Student Union
12/5 - Birmingham, UK - Academy
12/6 - Sheffield, UK - Octagon
12/8 - Manchester, UK - Academy
12/9 - Glasgow, UK - Barrowlands
12/11 - Norwich, UK - UEA
12/12 - Bristol, UK - Academy
12/13 - London, UK - Astoria
"All That Remains have delivered the record of their career...If
2004's THIS DARKENED HEART placed the New England NWOAHM band on the
map, this follow-up will take them all over it." 9/10 Decibel
"All That Remains have always been one of the more accomplished bands
of the genre, and the increased use of clean vocals and contagious
melodies has made THE FALL OF IDEALS an improvement from its solid
predecessor, This Darkened Heart." Blabbermouth
"All That Remains has become a group that has honed its craft and
perfected its trade to the point of being undeniably appealing, and
here's hoping that THE FALL OF IDEALS will catch on." 8/10 Brave
Words & Bloody Knuckles
"All That Remains have worked their balls off for years, touring the
world playing second fiddle to a variety of like-minded bands and
rustling up a decent following in the process. What they've also done
is sharpen up their skills to the point where THE FALL OF IDEALS bears
all the hallmarks of a classic." KKKKK Kerrang
"This album is easily one of the top five heavy music records of
2006...get ready to spin your head around until you damage cervical
vertebrae, numbers two and three." Metal Edge
"For those new to the style and new to ATR -- let this be your diving
board into some of the meatiest metal-fun around." 9/10 Metal Hammer
*
*** PRESS RELEASE #16 ***
*
-Yakuza Extends Touring Plans, Continues With More Dates With
Intronaut
Chicago forward-thinking metal act Yakuza has extended touring plans
into December with a string of dates playing alongside the like-minded
Intronaut. Already teaming up with Intronaut for a string of dates
with Misery Index and labelmates Burn In Silence, Yakuza will soldier
on for another handful of dates, also meeting up with Stretch Arm
Strong and Vivisect along the way.
In other news, Yakuza frontman Bruce Lamont recently took part in the
making of a mix CD for charity. Helping out Chicago's Rock For Kids,
proceeds went to the organization. "The organization asks club owners,
musicians, writers, artists, etc. to put togther a mix CD and case and
they are auctioned off," Lamont recently told ChuckRoaster.com
(available here:
http://www.chuckroaster.com/wordpress/?p=105 ). "This
is the 3rd year I have done it. The disc ended up going for $50. Thats
pretty cool." Lamont included Yakuza's "Monkeytail" from the band's
critically-lauded SAMSARA record.
Yakuza has already shared tour dates earlier this year with
Dysrhythmia, Isis, Behold...The Arctopus, 3, Cephalic Carnage, and The
Number 12 Looks Like You among others, as well as appearance at the
Eighth Annual New England Metal And Hardcore Festival, and with praise
from metal and indie press alike, Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles has
proclaimed that Yakuza's "foaming at the mouth musical delivery is
complemented by some of the raddest and most cohesively efficient song
structures out there." Meanwhile, Kerrang has labeled SAMSARA "a
stupefying collision of lumbering, fuzzed-up riffs, prog-jazz oddness
and warped psychedelia, played with enough shamanistic force to make
the sky collapse itself." Recorded with producer/engineer Matt Bayles
(Pearl Jam, Isis) in the band's hometown, SAMSARA features guest
appearances from pianist Jim Baker, cellist Fred Lonberg-Holm, Sanford
Parker, and Mastodon's Troy Sanders.
Yakuza on tour
(with Misery Index, Intronaut, Burn In Silence)
11/22 - Toledo, OH Club Bijou
11/23 - Columbus, OH High Five
11/24 - Akron, OH - Daily Double
11/26 - Nashville, TN The Muse
11/27 - Marietta, GA Swayze's
11/28 - Charleston, SC Village Tavern
11/29 - Wilmington, NC Lucky's
11/30 - Danville, VA Plan B
(with Intronaut)
12/2 - Spartanburg, SC Ground Zero (with Stretch Arm Strong)
12/4 - Orlando, FL Backbooth
12/5 - Tallahassee, FL Big Daddy's
12/6 - Monroe, LA Olive Street Dancehall
12/7 - Little Rock, AR Vino's
(with Intronaut, Vivisect)
12/9 - Austin, TX - State Theatre
12/11 - Tempe, AZ The Sets
12/12 - San Marcos, CA The Jumping Turtle
12/13 - Corona, CA Showcase Theatre
12/14 - San Diego, CA Scolari's Office
"This is extremity as art, uncompromising, dynamic, and unforgiving as
an avalanche of bricks. Hopefully, the rest of the metal world can
catch up to these cats in time to give SAMSARA the recognition it
deserves." - Blabbermouth
"...foaming at the mouth musical delivery is complemented by some of
the raddest and most cohesively efficient song structures out there."
- Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles
"...a stupefying collision of lumbering, fuzzed-up riffs, prog-jazz
oddness and warped psychedelia, played with enough shamanistic force
to make the sky collapse itself." - Kerrang
"The Chicago quartet's newest nose-bleeding excursions, free-jazz
workouts and tribal-drum barrages thrust thrash, hardcore, noise and
prog elements into a food processor, the songs eradicating conventions
as they bound between harsh heaviness and wander-through-the-desert
calmness." - Chicago Tribune
"It'd be easy to tag Yakuza as a prog-metal band and be done with it,
but that would somehow be selling its range and versatility (not to
mention its creativity) short. This is progressive only in the sense
that it is attempting to take the genre forward. But make no mistake:
This is a metal album, and a damn fine one at that." - Chord
"So scary, we think you'll crap your pants...This could be the next
step on for heavy music." - Metal Hammer
"Yakuza no longer have to whip out every trick in their book on every
track; they're now making music that, like the best jazz and rock,
develops organically as it goes along." - Alternative Press
*
*** NEWS/RUMORS ***
*
-Vocalist Wade Black, formerly of Crimson Glory and Seven Witches, has
left Leatherwolf. His next project is to finish a long-in-the-works
solo album called BLACK REIGN. Black states that the split with
Leatherwolf has been amicable and wishes them the best of luck.
-Dream Evil will make its US live debut when it headlines the Century
Family's third annual Christmas Balls show at The Key Club in
Hollywood on December 13. The band is currently working on scheduling
more dates which will be posted at the band's Web site
http://www.dreamevil.se/ as soon as they are confirmed.
-Foxido, a rock/metal band from Alexandria, Egypt, has a demo album
called LIFE: THE TOUCHABLE DREAM. Check out the promotional Web site
http://www.betarecords.com/foxido for the tracks "The Conception
Within," "Lies," "Tocsin" (instrumental), "Hey Duda," "Time After
Time" (live), "Lies" (live), "Run" (live), and "The Dance Of Liberty"
(live), and
http://www.myspace.com/foxidoband for samples of other
tracks.
-Check out clips of Guns N' Roses performing "My Michelle" live at
Donington with guest Sebastian Bach at these URLs:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZpvqt0DZP0&eurl (censored)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZpvqt0DZP0&eurl=(unrated) (uncensored)
-Rumor has it Heaven And Hell's (Black Sabbath with Ronnie James Dio
singing!) first live date will be headlining next year's Download
Festival, slated for June at Donington Park in Leicestershire,
England. Stay tuned to the Download Festival's site --
http://www.downloadfestival.co/ -- for an official announcement.
-Heavenly will release VIRUS in France on November 13. There's no word
yet on a North American release, but the video for "Spill Blood On
Fire" is posted at
http://www.heavenly.fr/ .
-Hirax's November 16 show in Providence, RI, will take place at 230
Oak, not the Holy Order Of Cherubim & Seraphim Church as was
previously reported.
-Check out
http://www.rockstarpix.com/ for some excellent pictures of
Kiss front man Paul Stanley's recent solo show in Pennsylvania. Also,
check out video of Stanley's band performing "Magic Touch" (from
1979's DYNASTY) at
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHZjNjMGx28 --
courtesy of RockStarPix.com.
-On-line reports indicate casting calls are being made for "The Dirt,"
the film based on Motley Crue's 2001 autobiographical book of the same
name. ABC News reported Christopher Walken has a cameo as Ozzy
Osbourne (see
http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/story?id=2632446&page=1 ) and it's
also possible Val Kilmer has a cameo as David Lee Roth.
-ProgPower USA VIII update from Glenn Harveston at
http://www.progpowerusa.com/ :
"ProgPower USA will be held October 5-6, 2007 [at Center Stage Atlanta
in Atlanta, Georgia]. For those wondering, this was not the original
date booked. Due to various factors including headliner availability,
Jewish holidays, and Atlanta conventions already booked in September
(meaning zero hotel rooms available), I had no choice but to move it
to this specific weekend. I apologize to Rene at ProgPower Europe over
any problem this may cause him. I just realized it was the same
weekend after I had already confirmed the move with the bands, venues,
hotels, etc. the 'second' time."
-Sinner's MASK OF SANITY is being mixed and is due out January 19,
2007, through MTM Music. Christof Leim (The Traceelords) is now the
band's second guitarist. See
http://www.matsinner.de/ for more.
-LiveDaily reported Supernova bassist Jason Newsted injured himself
"while trying to catch a 90-pound bass head that fell from atop his
amplifier." He tore the anterior labrum in his left shoulder and the
rotator cuff and biceps in his right arm and will be sidelined for "up
to nine months." The band has recruited Johnny Colt (Black Crowes) to
fill in on its upcoming tour. SUPERNOVA is due out November 21. For
the full report on Newsted see
http://www.livedaily.com/news/Rock_Star_Supernova_names_sub_for_injure
d_Newsted-10964.html?t=97
.
-The Van Halen rumors are still all around, with many "confirmed
sources" including TMZ stating that bassist Michael Anthony is out and
Wolfgang Van Halen (currently 15 years old!) is in. Live dates,
possibly with David Lee Roth singing, are allegedly being set up for
next summer. See
http://www.tmz.com/search/?q=van+halen for more.
-A limited edition vinyl pressing of Voivod's latest, KATORZ, is now
available exclusively through The End Records' mail order. Hype: "The
beautiful gatefold 180gm vinyl comes in color format and also includes
special artwork and packaging designed by Voivod artist/drummer Michel
'Away' Langevin. The album was done with full cooperation from the
band. The release is limited to 1,000 copies." Of the 1,000, 400 are
clear vinyl, 400 are red vinyl, and 200 are black vinyl. See
http://www.voivod.com/ and
http://shopping.theendrecords.com/s.nl/sc.2/category.38/.f for more.
Thanks to Myzsem, John Erigo, Dalila Kriheli, T. James Madison, and
Bill "$6 Beers Rule" Kotowski for help gathering some of this
information.
*
*** ROCK HARD RIDE FREE ***
*
by Tim Wadzinski (
tsw512@...)
-You know how I know this past Monday's Paul Stanley concert at the
Chicago House Of Blues was good? Because Patrick, Sean, and I were all
there and nobody reviewed it. :) We were all digging the proceedings
too much to take notes for a review. And to boot, a live DVD was
filmed that night -- very cool! The set list was the same as what's
been floating around the 'net for this tour and the backing band --
the "House Band" from TV's "Rock Star" show -- was darn near flawless,
especially with the backing vocals. Paul had his usual funny stage
raps going, and it was a real treat to hear Kiss rarities "A Million
To One" and "Magic Touch." (And like its DYNASTY brother "I Was Made
For Lovin' You," "Magic Touch" was a lot heavier live.) There was no
mention of when or how the live DVD would be made available but it's a
safe bet we'll see it surface next spring.
Then in stark, STARK contrast to the Paul Stanley show, the House Of
Blues hosted Kevin "K-Fed" Federline last night. A guy here in my
office said they sold a whopping 38 tickets for the concert, so the
venue was giving away freebies by the armload. I'm sure the House
folks have rarely, if ever, seen such a drop-off in attendance from
one show to the next. The place was J-A-M-M-E-D for Mr. Stanley, and
it sounds like you coulda camped out with a couple lawn chairs and big
blankets on the floor for K-Fed.
-Didja see that press release above where MVD Audio is reissuing
Crimson Glory's 1991 misfire STRANGE AND BEAUTIFUL next year? And do
you remember all the hoopla last year when it was announced Crimson
Glory had reunited with original vocalist Midnight, signed with Black
Lotus Records, and all this cool stuff was going to come out? You
know, the band's s/t and TRANSCENCDENCE were to be reissued,
ASTRONOMICA was going to be re-recorded with Midnight's vocals, a new
live album, a new studio album, etc. -- basically everything *except*
STRANGE AND BEAUTIFUL. Funny how all that has apparently gone by the
wayside, yet the MVD folks are sneaking in and reissuing STRANGE AND
BEAUTIFUL. Weird.
-Now in my current playlist: Avenged Sevenfold - CITY OF EVIL (Warner
Bros.), Elis - GRIEFSHIRE (Napalm Records), OSI - RE: FREE (Inside Out
Music America).
*
*** REVIEWS ***
*
IMAGES OF EDEN - SUNLIGHT OF THE SPIRIT (B+) IOE Music/Nightmare
Records, 2006
12 tracks, RT: 54:57
[
http://www.imagesofeden.com/ ]
[
http://www.myspace.com/imagesofeden ]
[
http://www.Nightmare-Records.com/ ]
When I first put in Images Of Eden's SUNLIGHT OF THE SPIRIT I was half
expecting another Dream Theater clone, but boy was that expectation
wrong! Images Of Eden is the brainchild of Gordon Tittsworth who wrote
the music and provided vocals, bass and keyboards for the album along
with guitarist/keyboardist Dennis Mullin and drummer Matt Kaiser
(they've since added bassist Bryan Wierman to the group), and the band
has a lot to offer fans of progressive metal who are looking for
something unique. I suppose one of the first things evident in the
music of Images Of Eden is the vocal performance; a distinctive
amalgam of some of the best singers in metal, Gordon brings to mind
early Bruce Dickinson, Jon Deverill and Geoff Tate, often delivering
the band's interesting lyrical content with unusual sincerity and
passion. On tracks such as "Beyond The Horizon," "Aladdin," "Sunlight
Of The Spirit" and "Midnight's Tide," the band show their aptitude for
strong songwriting, tight musicianship and excellent production.
Kaiser's command of time is refreshing, as he is able to keep his
intricate rhythms interesting without resorting to ostentatious
techniques often common to the genre, and the rhythm guitar and
keyboard foundations are perfectly arranged. I would like to hear more
lead guitar on the next release, as some explosive solos would have
lifted this excellent disc to even higher levels, but overall SUNLIGHT
OF THE SPIRIT is a very impressive album that should stimulate a lot
of interest from fans of high quality metal...
- Neal Woodall (
MysticX9@...)
LIGHT THIS CITY - FACING THE THOUSAND (C-) Prosthetic Records, 2006
10 tracks, RT: 40:03
[
http://www.LightThisCity.com/ ]
[
http://www.myspace.com/LightThisCity ]
[
http://www.prostheticrecords.com/ ]
The sticker on the front of the jewel case promises AN EPIC THRASH
ATTACK, and says that Light This City is "Metal's Most Promising Young
Band"...so why was I not excited in the least by this CD? Well...you
know how sometimes a band/album sounds GREAT till the vocalist opens
his or her mouth? That is unfortunately the case with Light This City.
These young 'uns hail from the hallowed ground of San Francisco's Bay
Area, known far and wide as the Birthplace of Thrash, so it would
stand to reason that the ability to make a helluva racket is imbedded
in their DNA. I'll grant that musically, Light This City definitely
have their you-know-what together. The guitar team of Brian Forbes and
Steve Hoffman lay down some mean-ass riffage and drummer Ben Murray
must have 12 legs, judging from the amount of drum abuse on FACING THE
THOUSAND. For comparison's sake, I'll say that I can hear the strains
of classic Metallica and vintage Testament in their music, mixed with
a healthy dose of At The Gates/In Flames style melodo-death metal.
It's a potent musical package, but what kills this disc for me are the
vocals of Laura Nichol. Before you bombard me with hate mail accusing
me of being sexist, I want to make it clear that I have no trouble at
all with female fronted metal bands; however, I have never been a fan
of the grunted, "extreme" vocal style, and that's what Miss Nichol
trades in all over FACING THE THOUSAND. She seems to have two weapons
in her vocal arsenal -- the death metal WOOOOARRRRRGH and the hardcore
"bark bark bark bark," neither of which have ever been high on my list
of favorites, so when she cuts loose with her first scream at the
beginning of album opener "Facing The Thousand," I just went "Hoo
boy," and had a feeling that I was in for a long night when it came
time to review this one. Light This City seem to be one of those bands
that packs a helluva lot of lyrics into each song too, so after a
while I found myself wishing for an instrumental track, or for someone
to stick a rag in Laura's mouth just so I could listen to the band for
a while without her yowling over the top of everything. As a Detritus
reviewer, I pride myself on listening to every promotional CD I
receive several times over so that I can give it a fair and balanced
review, but in Light This City's case, it was a chore just getting
through the CD twice. I suppose if you're a twenty-something who goes
to the Sounds Of The Underground tour every year, or a high school
mall rat that buys your CDs at Hot Topic, this will be right up your
alley; however, for an old traditionally-minded bastard like me, Light
This City merely had me wishing that the album would be over, and
soon. Sorry guys, I wish Light This City all the luck in the world but
I gotta call 'em as I see 'em.
- Keith Abt (
KeithAbt@...)
ALEX MASI - LATE NIGHT AT DESERT RIMROCK (A-) Lion Music, 2006
12 tracks, RT: 53:59
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http://www.alexmasi.net/ ]
[
http://www.lionmusic.com/masi_desert.htm ]
[
http://www.lionmusic.com/ ]
Alex Masi is back with more terrifying guitar excursions on his latest
solo disc LATE NIGHT AT DESERT RIMROCK, and this is some fantastic
experimental shred for those intrepid souls prepared for Alex's
devastating musicianship and technique. Originating from some informal
jam sessions with drummer extraordinaire John Macaluso, LATE NIGHT AT
DESERT RIMROCK will have even advanced players scratching their heads
at how these guys lock in so tight and deliver such stunning
performances on the fly. Really, the opening salvo of "Vagina Denata"
(you gotta love the song titles!) and follow-up chiller "You Asked"
should put you away pretty good, but if you are still vertical after
those beasts you'll surely be floored by "Antistructure," a wicked
fusiony number fueled not only by Alex's otherworldly guitar work but
also his highly skilled, driving bass attack (yeah, he plays
everything but the drums on this bad boy!). Macaluso demonstrates
drumming of the highest caliber, nailing odd times and complicated
patterns with practiced ease on pieces like "Asparagus Piss,"
"Tiktaalik In Evolution" and "Is You Is Or Is You Ain't?" Alex has
never made a secret of the fact that he was heavily influenced by
fusion greats Allan Holdsworth and Shawn Lane and it shows all over
LATE NIGHT AT DESERT RIMROCK. With the addition of a bassist for live
performances, this would be some kind of intense spectacle to behold!
Bizarre and even disturbing in places, the music on LATE NIGHT AT
DESERT RIMROCK is not going to be easily accessible to those not
familiar with jazz, but for those acclimated or inclined to throw
caution to the wind, you won't find a better representation of free-
form shred. Amazing...
- Neal Woodall (
MysticX9@...)
TOMORROW'S EVE - MIRROR OF CREATION 2 - GENESIS II (B+/B) Lion Music,
2006
12 tracks (13th hidden), RT: 68:48
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http://www.t-eve.com/ ]
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http://www.myspace.com/mirrorofcreation ]
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info@... ]
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Prog metal is everywhere these days and Tomorrow's Eve are here to
throw their hat in the ring with a powerful follow-up to 2003's MIRROR
OF CREATION. Starting off with an Evergrey-styled intro the band
launch into the decidedly Dream Theater-inspired crunch of "Amnesia,"
showing a strong grasp of expected prog metal skills. Next up is
"Pain" and here we are treated to a heavier animal, new vocalist
Martin LeMar (Lalu) especially good at conveying aggression with
intensity. A few average tracks ensue but then we are introduced to
the truly excellent "The Market Of Umbra," with a riff to die for and
some emotionally satisfying vocals from LeMar. Female vocals appear on
"Not From This World" and honestly this is beginning to sound just a
bit cliched, but it's done well and does provide some sonic variation.
Another killer riff hits us on "Irreversible" and there is some really
skillful and spirited playing on tracks like "Human Device" and epic
closer "The Trials Of Man." The production is OK but a bit raw and I
can't help thinking I've heard a lot of this before but Tomorrow's Eve
play with such fire and conviction that you can forgive some of the
similarity in sound to their peers. I suspect Tomorrow's Eve would be
a killer band to see live and I look forward to hearing them progress
on subsequent albums. Good stuff with lots of potential...
- Neal Woodall (
MysticX9@...)
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