Monday, December 5, 2011

Metal Underground.com - Latest Metal News Daily Digest (25 new articles)

Metal Underground.com - Latest Metal News Daily Digest (25 new articles)

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GWAR Returns The Maggot To New Orleans

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 04:26 PM PST

The Hangar was packed for the return of GWAR on the ?Return of the Maggot? Tour. The terrible incident that GWAR had been through hung in the air with curiosity about what exactly the show would be like. However, that did not stop the reveling mass from enjoying the other bands. Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

As I Lay Dying Drummer On Tenth Anniversary And Beyond: "I Want To Keep Doing This. I Love Doing This."

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 03:36 PM PST

San Diego's As I Lay Dying hardly need an introduction by now. On the heels of their new compilation release "Decas," these titans of the New Wave of American Heavy Metal have now launched their milestone "Decade Of Destruction" tour. The ten prolific years under their belt have seen As I Lay Dying grow from humble underground metalcore origins int... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Onslaught Reveals New Drummer Mic Hourihan

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 01:54 PM PST

British thrash metal veterans Onslaught have confirmed that Desecration drummer Mic Hourihan, (also formerly of Extreme Noise Terror,) has joined the band on a permanent basis, replacing founding member Steve Grice, who left the band in March of this year, shortly after the release of the groups fifth studio album, "Sounds Of Violence." Despite joi... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Single Bullet Theory's Matt DiFabio Discusses New Album "IV"

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 12:29 PM PST

On November 26th, 2011, I had the pleasure of interviewing Matt DiFabio of the metal band Single Bullet Theory. The band recently released their fourth album entitled "IV" through Goomba Records (read the review here. Matt discussed the band's history, their latest album, his song writing process, and gives advice to aspiring musicians. I hope ever... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Anthrax, Testament, Death Angel Leg 2 Tour

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 12:20 PM PST

After a hugely successful first run, Anthrax, Testament and Death Angel have announced additional tour dates. The second leg of the tour kicks off in Las Vegas on Sunday, January 22 and includes fifteen cities over a three-week period. This trek follows the thrash titan's five-week Fall tour that comprised cities from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. A... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

ASG Signs With Relapse Records, Enters Studio In February 2012

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 12:15 PM PST

North Carolina stoner act ASG has signed with Relapse Records. The band plans to enter the studio in February 2012 to record the Relapse debut and the band's fifth LP with producer Matt Hyde (Slayer, Children of Bodom). The album will be the follow up to the band's 2007 album "Win Us Over." More details on the new album are expected soon. ASG Gu... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Chimaira and Molotov Solution Rounded out Modern Metal Force at Emo's East

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 12:02 PM PST

Co-headliners Unearth and Chimaira, two bastions of the breakdown, threw down a modern-metal clinic at Emo?s East in Austin, Texas. Molotov Solution, a promising newcomer to Metal Blade Records, opened the show in fitting ground-and-pound deathcore fashion. Skeletonwitch seemed the odd man out, although their searing blend of blackened thrash prove... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Eluveitie Reveals Cover Art And Track Listing For "Helvetios"

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 11:58 AM PST

Swiss folk metal band Eluveitie revealed the cover art and the track listing for forthcoming LP "Helvetios" (shown below). The album is scheduled to be released on February 10, 2012 (EU) and February 28, 2012 (North America) through Nuclear Blast Records. The track listing for "Helvetios" is as follows: 1. Prologue 2. Helvetios 3. Luxto... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Dragonsclaw Posts Video Diary On Debut LP And Tour

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 11:50 AM PST

Australian traditional power metal band Dragonsclaw posted a new video diary about the the band's debut release "Prophecy," as well as the upcoming tour with Grim Reaper vocalist Steve Grimmett. For a taste of Dragonsclaw's music, head over to this location. Check out the video diary here: Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Dirge Within Announces Record Deal, Comments On Upcoming Album

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 11:41 AM PST

Dirge Within is proud to announce a partnership with Rocket Science Ventures/THC: MUSIC, who will release the band?s sophomore LP on 4/10 in North America via Sony RED. ?Myself and the rest of the guys in DW are very excited about this new chapter in the DW story, as well as our new partnership with Rocket Science Music. It seemed like a perfect... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Iron Mask Streams New Track "Black As Death"

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 11:40 AM PST

Belgian power metal band Iron Mask is streaming the new song "Black As Death." The song is the title track off the band's fourth LP, which is scheduled for release on December 16th, 2011 through AFM Records. The track features Mark Boals (ex-Yngwie Malmsteen) on vocals. Check out the track here: IRON MASK - Black As Death by AFM Records Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Earache Records Announces HMV Next Big Thing Showcase

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 11:30 AM PST

Earache Records has checked in with the following announcement about several of the label's bands performing at the HMV Next Big Thing festival: "Earache Records is pleased to announce its very own evening of metal mayhem at HMV's third annual Next Big Thing music festival tour in 2012. "HMV's Next Big Thing showcases and celebrates the very ... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Trigger Made Solution Offering "Bound At Birth" EP As Free Download

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 11:21 AM PST

After releasing the "Bound At Birth" music video last October, Trigger Made Solution is now offering for free download the band's first promo EP. Commented vocalist Honório Aguiar: "We want that all the fans download our EP and help us to spread the band?s name all around like a virus and encourage their own friends to do the same. TMS music is ... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Ragnarökkr Metal Fest 2012 Lineup Announced

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 11:11 AM PST

The lineup has now been revealed for the upcoming Ragnarökkr Metal Apocalypse 2012, which takes place from May 18th - 19th in Joliet, IL. The following bands will be playing the two day fest: Virgin Steele Wizard (Germany) Brocas Helm Pharaoh Skull Fist (Canada) Damien Thorne Slauter Xstroyes Blacksmith A Sound of Thunder Borrowed Time... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Pallbearer Streaming New Song "An Offering Of Grief"

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 11:00 AM PST

Little Rock based doom act Pallbearer will be releasing the "Sorrow and Extinction" album on February 21st, 2012 via Profound Lore. In anticipation of the upcoming release, Pallbearer has teamed up with Pitchfork.com to stream the new song "An Offering of Grief." Check out the track by navigating over to this location. Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Trollfest Posts "Brumlebassen" Studio Footage

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 10:39 AM PST

Trollfest is currently working on the band's fifth album "Brumlebassen," set to be released through NoiseArt Records. The band has now checked in with a video clip from the recording sessions, which is available below. You can also find Trollfest's previous recording update by heading over to this location. Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Nile Issues New Album Recording Update

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 10:32 AM PST

Karl Sanders of Nile has checked in with the following announcement about working on the follow-up to the "Those Whom the Gods Detest" album: "We are finished tracking drums for the new Nile album - George, Dallas, Neil Kernon, and I spent a week with Bob Moore at the Soundlab in Columbia SC, tracking drums. "We were expecting a long grueling... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Trent Reznor's "The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo" Soundtrack Details Revealed

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 10:31 AM PST

Details of Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross' soundtrack for "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" has been released. The soundtrack is the follow-up to their Oscar-winning score for The Social Network. Here's the update from Reznor on NIN.com: For the last fourteen months Atticus and I have been hard at work on David Fincher?s ?The Girl With The Dra... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Throne Of Malediction Posts New Song "Farther Down"

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 10:23 AM PST

Montana's Throne of Malediction has posted a new pre-mastered track online titled "Farther Down," which can be heard via the widget below or through the band's Reverbnation page. According to the band, "Farther Down" is a track dealing with alcohol addiction and self destruction. The finalized version of "Farther Down" will be appearing on Misan... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Erra Release New Album "Impulse," Streaming Track Online

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 10:16 AM PST

Alabama's Erra recently released the new album "Impulse" online via digital outlets. A track from the album, titled "Seven," can be heard in the player below. To find more Erra details and listen to more of the band's music, head over to Facebook. The "Impulse" track listing is as follows: 1. White Noise 2. Pattern Interrupt 3. Seven 4... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Forever Orion Streaming New Song "Harmony"

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 10:06 AM PST

Los Angeles act Forever Orion has posted a new track online titled "Harmony," which can be heard in the player below." Harmony is taken from the band's upcoming album "Passion. Love. Harmony." due out on December 16th, 2011. For more details on Forever Orion, navigate over to the band's official Facebook profile here. Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Unearthing the Metal Underground: The Toronto, Canada Metal Scene

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 09:48 AM PST

Toronto is located in the South Eastern part of the province of Ontario, five hours east of Montreal, Quebec and three hours away from Ottawa, Ontario. A fair comparison to use to describe Toronto would be as the poor man?s New York City: it is large, expansive and industrial (and emotionally cold) in feel, but extremely culturally diverse, and whi... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Ram Posts "Flame Of The Tyrants" Video Clip

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 08:52 AM PST

Swedish Heavy Metal tyrants Ram make a return with their third album "Death," to be released January 27th/30th, 2012 via Metal Blade Records in Europe. In collaboration with Rock Hard Germany, Ram has now launched a video clip for the brand new song "Flame Of The Tyrants," which can be viewed below. Comments Ram: "Filming the video for Flame of ... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Cataract Going On Hiatus in 2012

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 08:46 AM PST

Swiss act Cataract will be going on a hiatus in 2012. The band issued the following statement about the decision and upcoming activity: "In the dark corners of Zurich, rumour is rife that Cataract will be playing their last show this December, last show? Ever? I mean, ever ever? Of course not. The Swiss powerhouse of metal, loud, hard and mercil... Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com

Modern Day Babylon Posts Guitar/Bass Playthrough Clip For "The Unknown Guest"

Posted: 05 Dec 2011 08:38 AM PST

Czech Republic based act Modern Day Babylon has posted a guitar/bass playthrough video clip for the song "The Unknown Guest." Check out the video clip below, or find the band's previously posted new song "Shivers" by clicking here. Read More/Discuss on Metal Underground.com
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