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OBSCURA Announces New Bassist

German progressive death metallers OBSCURA have recruited Linus Klausenitzer as their new bassist. Linus, who is also part of the progressive metal outfit NONEUCLID, played with OBSCURA on the band's recent European tour with HATE ETERNAL as well as the North American trek alongside CHILDREN OF BODO...
September 16, 2011
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BEHEMOTH: 'Lucifer' Video Trailer Available

Polish blackened death metallers BEHEMOTH recently filmed a video for the song "Lucifer" off the band's current album, "Evangelion". The clip, which will make its online debut later this month, was once again directed by Grupa 13, which features Polish singer, guitarist, and poet Maciej Malenczuk, w...
September 15, 2011
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TEXTURES: 'Reaching Home' Video Released

"Reaching Home", the new video from Dutch progressive technical metallers TEXTURES, can be seen below. The clip was shot on the island of Lanzarote (part of The Canary Islands) off the coast of Morocco and was directed by TEXTURES bass player Remko Tielemans along with Kunststoff Media. States the b...
September 14, 2011
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BLACK LABEL SOCIETY Guitarist Interviewed On 'Iron City Rocks' (Audio)

The latest installment of the "Iron City Rocks" podcast (web site) features an interview with BLACK LABEL SOCIETY guitarist Nick Catanese. The podcast is now available for streaming using the audio player below.
September 12, 2011
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WILLIAM SHATNER Talks Heavy Metal, Working With ZAKK WYLDE In New Interview

Legendary actor William Shatner spoke to U.K.'s Metal Hammer magazine about his new space-themed concept album entitled "Seeking Major Tom", which is scheduled for release on October 11 via the Los Angeles-based label Cleopatra Records. Comprised of 19 "interpretations" of classic intergalactic rock...
September 12, 2011
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WILLIAM SHATNER's Version Of 'Iron Man' Featuring ZAKK WYLDE Available For Streaming

Legendary actor William Shatner will release his new space-themed concept album entitled "Seeking Major Tom" on October 11 via the Los Angeles-based label Cleopatra Records. Comprised of 19 "interpretations" of classic intergalactic rock anthems, the release features guest appearances by Ritchie Bla...
September 9, 2011
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AVA INFERI Joined By Former NOVEMBERS DOOM Drummer

AVA INFERI, the Portugal-based band whose lineup includes Norwegian guitarist Rune Eriksen (a.k.a. ex-MAYHEM guitarist/songwriter Blasphemer),has announced the addition of drummer Sasha Horn (NOVEMBERS DOOM) to the group's ranks. Commented Rune: "After having had some contact with Sasha over the la...
September 3, 2011
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LINKIN PARK Raises More Than $350K For Japan Relief Efforts

LINKIN PARK raised more than $350,000 for Japanese earthquake and tsunami relief efforts with a benefit concert for 1,100 fans on Wednesday night (August 31) at the Mayan Theater in Los Angeles. Frontman Chester Bennington told MTV News, "It's especially an honor to be able to give back to the Japan...
September 2, 2011
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TEXTURES: 'Dualism' Album Preview Available

A six-minute YouTube featuring audio samples of all the tracks that will appear on "Dualism", the new album from the Dutch progressive technical metal band TEXTURES, can be found below. Due on September 23 in Europe, South America, Asia and Australia and September 27 in North America, the "Dualism"...
September 2, 2011
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ROYAL HUNT Recording New Studio Album With Singer DC COOPER

Danish hard rockers ROYAL HUNT are preparing enter the NorthPoint studio in Copenhahen to begin recording their as-yet-untitled new album for a tentative November/December release through Marquee/Avalon (Japan and Southeast Asia) and Frontiers Records (rest of the world). The music for the follow-up...
September 1, 2011
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NEGATIVE: 'Believe' Video Released

"Believe", the new video from the Finnish rock band NEGATIVE, can be seen below. Commented NEGATIVE frontman Jonne Aaron: "The video was filmed in Tampere [Finland]. In the scenes that were filmed on the beach, you can see area where I spent my childhood years ... it's a western part of Tampere city...
August 29, 2011
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TEXTURES Limited-Edition Sneaker Available

Renowned Dutch shoemaker Floris van Bommel has launched an exclusive limited-edition TEXTURES sneaker. The shoe is limited to 75 pairs worldwide and is only available in limited amounts through the TEXTURES webshop. Floris van Bommel is a ninth-generation shoemaker within the family-owned shoe compa...
August 23, 2011
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BEHEMOTH: Behind-The-Scenes Footage From 'Lucifer' Video Shoot

Polish blackened death metallers BEHEMOTH recently filmed a video for the song "Lucifer" off the band's current album, "Evangelion". The clip, which will make its online debut in September, was once again directed by Grupa 13, which features Polish singer, guitarist, and poet Maciej Malenczuk, who a...
August 23, 2011
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TEXTURES Announces 'Dualism' New York City Listening Party

Dutch progressive technical metal band TEXTURES has announced two exclusive listening parties for its fourth album, "Dualism", scheduled for release on September 23 in Europe, South America, Asia and Australia and September 27 in North America. The U.S. listening party will begin at 9 p.m. at Idle H...
August 22, 2011
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CANNIBAL CORPSE, BEHEMOTH To Join Forces For 'Full Of Hate' European Tour

CANNIBAL CORPSE, BEHEMOTH, LEGION OF THE DAMNED, MISERY INDEX, SUICIDAL ANGELS and a to-be-announced "special guest" will join forces the "Full Of Hate 2012" European tour. The dates are as follows: Feb. 09 - Hamburg, Germany - Markthalle Feb. 10 - Oberhausen, Germany - Turbinenhalle Feb. 11 - Stutt...
August 19, 2011