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| Death SS - New signing and new album 'Resurrection' |
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As its title suggests, ‘Resurrection’ marks the return of seminal heavy metal band Death SS and its charismatic leader Steve Sylvester.
The band’s latest album, ‘The Seventh Seal’, came out to critical acclaim some 7 years ago in 2006.
‘Resurrection’ alternates the two topics that have always been the main inspirations behind the Death SS project: horror movies and occultism.
But for the first time ever, Steve wanted to add another one of his main influences in a more explicit way: the Italian sexy-horror comics of the Seventies! The beautiful illustrations used for the album cover and booklet were handled by the great "maestro" Emanuele Taglietti, an internationally renowned painter and author of all the covers of cult adult comics such as ‘Belzeba’, ‘Zora’, ‘Sukia’, ‘Cimiteria’, ‘La Poliziotta’ to name a few.
A big change happened also on the production front. For the first time after the release of ‘Black Mass’ in 1989, Steve produced the album himself without the supervision of a well known, external producer, simply relying on the experience he has matured in almost 35 years of career in the music business. These 12 new songs represent one of the finest bands in heavy metal still on top of its game. Follow www.deathss.com for all the updates. |
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| Twins Crew - New signing and new album 'The Northern Crusade' |
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Heavy/Power metallers Twins Crew have signed a deal with Scarlet records for the release of their new album 'The Northern Crusade'. Their classic blend of melodic Metal, in the vein of Helloween, Judas Priest, Stratovarius and Iron Maiden among others, attracted enthusiastic reviews worldwide, with their debut 'Judgement Night' (2011) being voted among the best albums of the year in its genre by several media outlets. Since then Twins Crew have toured relentlessly in their native Sweden and in many other European countries, sharing the stage with international acts such as Loudness, Paul DiAnno and many others. 'The Northern Crusade' was produced by Nicko DiMarino (Steelwing, Malison Rogue) at Deep Blue studio and mastered by Mike Lind at Masterplant (Body Count, DIO, The Poodles). The album’s artwork was designed by Carl-André Beckston at Beckston Media Arts (EDGUY, House of Lords, TNT). Follow www.twinscrewband.com for all the latest news. |
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| Dark Moor - New album 'Ars Musica' |
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Symphonic Power Metal masters Dark Moor are glad to announce the release of their new album 'Ars Musica', following the success of their previous, critically acclaimed effort 'Ancestral Romance'. Dark Moor have taken another step forward in their career, forging a more identifiable sound and expanding their songwriting in multiple directions. They still pay homage to the Spanish cultural heritage in songs such as 'First Lance Of Spain', ‘Gara & Jonay’ and ‘El Último Rey’, but elsewhere they go more personal, still giving high priority to their trademark melodies and elaborate harmonies. Talented singer Alfred Romero offers his best performance to date, whilst orchestrations are less classical and more grandiose and epic. 'Ars Musica' was once again produced by Luigi Stefanini (Rhapsody Of Fire, Labyrinth, Vision Divine) and will hit the stores on June 18th, 2013. Follow www.dark-moor.com for the latest news. |
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| Angels Of Babylon - New signing and new album 'Thundergod' |
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Angels Of Babylon have signed a deal with Scarlet Records for the release of their long-waited second album. Founded by former Manowar drummer Kenny “Rhino” Earl in 2008, Angels Of Babylon released their debut album ‘Kingdom Of Evil’ in 2010, which featured another heavy metal legend, Dave Ellefson (of Megadeth fame) on bass guitar. ‘Thunder God’, this is the confirmed title of the new album, is as a collection of epic, melodic and heavy songs that will inspire and arouse the imagination, a timeless piece of work that any real heavy metal fan will treasure for many years to come. Here is how Rhino commented the event: “This record is a real labour of love. It is epic and memorable. I don’t like to write the standard macho metal songs. People may or may not be surprised that there are songs written from the heart. I never compromise my art. Also, there is no quantizing, no triggers, this album is 100% organic. Melody, emotion and energy… this is the focal point of all of our songs. I like my lyrics to be more about fantasy, real life experiences and historic events rather than going too dark and sinister. Although, you might find a shadow here and there. The song ‘Thunder God’ is dedicated to my friend Scott Columbus. May you keep your hammer high!” |
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| Infinita Symphonia - new album 'Infinita Symphonia' |
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Following the success of their critically acclaimed debut ‘A Mind’s Chronicle’ (2011), Infinita Symphonia have announced the release of their new self-titled album, keeping faith to their trademark Power/Symphonic sound but also adding an Hard Rock edge to the mix and a fresher, more modern approach. ‘Infinita Symphonia’ was recorded and mixed at Outer Sound Studio by Giuseppe Orlando (Novembre) and mastered by Henkka Niemistö and Svante Forsbäck at Chartmakers Studio (Sonata Arctica, Apocalyptica) and features a very special guest appearance by legendary singer Michael Kiske (Helloween, Unisonic) on the song ‘Fly’. Follow www.infinitasymphonia.com for the latest news. |
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| Necrodeath - 'Hellive' DVD |
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Formed back in 1984 and influenced by Slayer, Possessed, Kreator, Celtic Frost and Bathory, Necrodeath released what is now considered a cult-demo tape (‘The Shining Pentagram’) and obtained an incredible success through the underground. Since then they have become one of the most important and outrageous names in Extreme Metal, influencing several other bands who still mention them as a primary influence. During their long career, spanning over 3 decades, Necrodeath have released several critically acclaimed albums and toured the world relentlessly and they are now ready to celebrate it with their first live DVD, ‘Hellive’, a real “must have” for every fan of a band that is mostly famous for their incendiary live show and “no-compromise” attitude. The DVD contains 2 full live shows, featuring all the band’s classics and plenty of bonus material, including interviews with the band members and videoclips, and it will be available starting from May 21st, 2013. Follow www.necrodeath.net for the updates. |
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| Extrema - New album 'The Seed Of Foolishness' |
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Active in the Metal scene for over 25 years, Extrema is ready to release a new chapter in their already astonishing career. ‘The Seed Of Foolishness’ sees the band going back to its Thrash Metal roots, displayed in 10 powerful new tracks which have already been described as some of the best ever written by the band, a relentless touring machine that over the years has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in Heavy Metal (Metallica, Motörhead, Korn, Death Angel to name a few). ‘The Seed Of Foolishness’ takes its inspiration from a series of events that led to the economic crisis that we are all suffering today, providing therapy for all the anger and frustration resulting from it. “Combat Metal” was how fans and critics alike used to refer to when talking about Extrema at the time of their incendiary debut album ‘Tension At The Seams’ but such definition is more relevant today than ever. May 4th, 2013 the band will kick off the start of their new tour. Stay tuned! Follow www.extremateam.com for the latest news. |
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| Empyrios - New album 'Zion' |
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Founded by guitar virtuoso and acclaimed producer Simone Mularoni (DGM), Empyrios were able to push forward the boundaries of Progressive Metal with two critically acclaimed albums, ‘...And The Rest Is Silence’, 2007, and ‘The Glorious Sickness’, 2008, built on extreme musicianship and strong feelings, mixing some of the heaviest riffs in Metal with refined guitar and keyboard solos and symphonic orchestra passages. ‘The Glorious Sickness’ granted the band a mention in Metal Hammer's “Best upcoming metal band of 2008” section and in the past few years every single member of Empyrios has been busy touring and making music around the globe. Simone Bertozzi joined the danish metal machine Mnemic for an extensive tour of Europe and Australia, Simone Mularoni packed his guitars and lead DGM through a European tour with Symphony X and Dario Ciccioni kept hitting the stage with Oliver Hartmann's solo project Hartmann. At the same time, countless guitar riffs and drum parts have been exchanged between home studios and dressing rooms to magnificently craft their unique blend of melody, rhythm and sound pressure into a new Empyrios masterpiece. Produced by Simone Mularoni himself at Domination Studios, ‘Zion’ is the confirmed title for Empyrios long-waited new album, an exciting chapter in the band's career, in which once again these four musicians put on tape their incredible technical abilities and impressive mix of melodic and brutal heavy metal, in the vein of bands such as Strapping Young Lad, Nevermore, Symphony X, Fear Factory, Yngwie Malmsteen and Meshuggah to name a few. 'Zion' will be released April 23, 2013. Follow www.empyrios.it for more updates. |
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| Kaledon - New album 'Altor: The King's Blacksmith' |
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Veteran Power Metallers Kaledon have announced their new studio album, the first following the celebrated ‘Legend Of The Forgotten Reign’ saga, which was introduced in the song ‘Steel Maker’, from the band’s 2012 “best of” album ‘Mightiest Hits. ‘Altor: The King’s Blacksmith’ narrates the life of the man who forged the sword that killed Mozul, the evil creature that upset the peace and tranquillity of the Kingdom in the last chapter of the saga. With this new album, the seventh in their career, Kaledon deliver another Power metal masterpiece, with plenty of Classic Metal influences and majestic Symphonic parts. The band have also announced a very special guest appearance by renowned singer Fabio Lione (Rhapsody Of Fire, Kamelot, Labyrinth, Vision Divine) in the song ‘A Dark Prison’. Videos for this last song and the monumental ‘Childhood’ are also in the making. ‘Altor: The King’s Blacksmith’ will be released April 23, 2013. Follow www.kaledon.com for more updates. |
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| DGM - New album 'Momentum' |
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Widely regarded as one of the best European Progressive Metal bands, DGM are about to release their eight studio album, following the critically acclaimed ‘Synthesis’ (2010) and hundreds of shows that brought their music to audiences all around the world, including a successful tour with American progressive giants Symphony X in 2011. ‘Momentum’ represents the full stylistic maturity of a band now on top of its game, collecting 11 new songs made of beautiful melodies, classy arrangements and top notch musicianship. To add an extra value to an already astonishing album, DGM have tapped legendary singer Russell Allen (Symphony X, Adrenaline Mob) to guest on the opening track ‘Reason’, and Norwegian guitar virtuoso Jorn Viggo Lofstad (Pagan’s Mind) to contribute with a solo on the track ‘Chaos’. ‘Momentum’ was recorded, mixed and mastered by the band’s own guitarist and celebrated producer Simone Mularoni at Domination Studios in San Marino, Italy. The beautiful album artwork has been handled by Simone Bertozzi (Mnemic). 'Momentum' will be released March 26th, 2013. Follow www.dgmsite.com for all the updates. |
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| Odd Dimension - New album 'The Last Embrace To Humanity' |
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Odd Dimension have chosen ‘The Last Embrace To Humanity’ as the title for their new album, the follow-up to their critically acclaimed debut release ‘Symmetrical’ (2011). The album sets new standards for the band, elevating their sound to a more mature level and recalling atmospheres by the classic Rock masters without losing the impact of their trademark Progressive approach. Lyrically, ‘The Last Embrace To Humanity’ is structured around an ambitious concept about the alienation of mankind, in an era in which everything tends to be severely damaged or even destroyed in the name of progress. A very special guest appearance by renowned singer Michele Luppi (Vision Divine, Secret Sphere, Thaurorod) in the song ‘It’s So Late’ has also been announced. The album has been recorded at Domination Studios in San Marino, Italy Odd Studios, Italy and MiLu’s Rock Lab II, Italy, between September and December 2012, mixed by Marco Barusso (Lacuna Coil, H.I.M.) and mastered by Alberto Cutolo at Massive Art Studios in Milan, Italy. The evocative artwork was handled by Carl Glover (Porcupine Tree) at Aleph Studio in London, UK. Follow www.odddimension.com for the latest news. |
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| Heimdall - New album 'Aeneid' |
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Veteran power metallers Heimdall are ready to come back with their fifth album, eight years after the release of their latest effort ‘Hard As Iron’. The band reunited for a series of live shows at the beginning of 2012, adding new members to their ranks and with a renovated energy that led to the writing of new songs. ‘Aeneid’, this is the confirmed title of the new album, is a monumental concept based on the epic masterpiece by Virgil, consisting of 12 tracks that will take the listener on an epic journey from the fall of Troy to the birth of the new State that later became Rome. Mixing Classic Heavy Metal, Power, Speed, Symphonic passages and majestic choirs, ‘Heneid’ is without any doubt the band’s most mature and inspired album ever. Glory and honour to the brave... the Lord is back! Follow www.heimdallband.com for more info. |
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| Red Rose - New signing and new album 'On The Cusp Of Change' |
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Red Rose have signed a worldwide deal with Scarlet Records for the release of their new album 'On The Cusp Of Change'. Following the critically acclaimed debut 'Live The Life You've Imagined', Red Rose were able to reach a new, higher level of maturity and musical complexity, delivering 8 tracks of astonishing beauty. 'On The Cusp Of Change' was once again produced by Tommy Hansen at Jailhouse Studios, with extraordinary Matan Shmuely (of Orphaned Land fame) sitting behind the drums and the rest of the band laying down an astonishing performance, on every possible level. The album concept was developed starting from the very current "end of the world" issue, which soon expanded into a multilayered piece of work dealing with many other topics such as relationships and conservatism versus free thinking. The artwork duties were handled by Brazilian artist Jobert Mello (Primal Fear, Sabaton, Benedictum), who skillfully transferred the lyrical themes into beautifully wrapped visual arts. 'On The Cusp Of Change' will be released February 26th, 2013. Follow www.redrose.co.il for more info. |
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| WildeStarr - New signing and new album 'A Tell Tale Heart' |
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WildeStarr returns with a vengeance with their new album ‘A Tell Tale Heart’, 10 blistering tracks of pure metal, full of passion, anger and fury, inspired by the stories of Edgar Allen Poe. The new WildeStarr opus goes above and beyond where their debut ‘Arrival’ left off. ‘A Tell Tale Heart’ will take you on a searing, metallic journey full of twists and turns leaving you breathless. Are you ready for the ride? WildeStarr hails from the San Francisco Bay Area, and was Formed in 2003 by metal veteran and original Vicious Rumors bass player Dave Starr and studio vocalist/keyboardist London Wilde. Their first LP ‘Arrival’ was released in 2009 to overwhelming positive critical review, and named one of the best metal albums of 2009/2010 by numerous magazines and webzines worldwide. With strong melodies, glistening harmony guitars, and a dark and powerful sound, WildeStarr has been compared to bands like Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Queensrÿche, Savatage, and Crimson Glory, but with a sound all their own. Joined by drummer Josh Foster in 2010, the new record is a powerhouse not to be missed!
Follow www.wildestarr.com for more info. |
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| Kill Ritual - New signing and debut album 'The Serpentine Ritual' |
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Formed in late 2010 by former Imagika lead guitarist Steven Rice and drummer Wayne DeVecchi, Kill Ritual is completed by former Eldritch guitarist Roberto Proietti, former Dark Angel bassist Danyael Williams and Bay Area vocalist Josh Gibson. Kill Ritual have signed a deal with Scarlet Records for the release of their debut album ‘The Serpentine Ritual’, which finds the band unleashing 11 tracks of straight-up metal that is both modern and classic while retaining the legacy of their past bands. The album was recorded and engineered by Kill Ritual lead guitarist Steve Rice at Fang Studios in San Mateo, CA and Fossil Sound in San Jose, CA. Mix and Mastering was done by Andy LaRocque of King Diamond fame at his Sonic Train Studios in Varberg, Sweden. LaRocque also makes a guest appearance on the CD with the ending solo on the track ‘Coat Of Blood’.
Commented Steven: “After the demise of Imagika, Wayne and I decided to form a new band that would bring life to the music we had been working on after Imagika called it a day. We had a goal in mind of writing music that reflected our influences from Thrash, to Classic, Progressive, Power, whatever-kicks-ass Metal and this required bringing in experienced players that have been there and done that. We were lucky enough to come in contact with Roberto and Danyael, who had the kind of pedigree and experience we were definitely looking for. Having both been in bands that have released numerous albums worldwide and toured extensively, they are a perfect fit for this new band. The missing element was, of course, vocalist Josh, who came into the band with the work ethic, experience and attitude that is essential as a vocalist to help the songs take on a life of their own. His unique and identifiable vocal style is the change we needed from our past projects as we definitely had the idea of Kill Ritual taking a new direction from our collective past bands and I think we have achieved that. I mean, what's the point of rehashing what you've already done?” |
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| Whyzdom - New signing and new album 'Blind?' |
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Following the acclaimed debut ‘From The Brink Of Infinity’, Whyzdom have signed a deal with Scarlet Records and are proud to present ‘Blind?’, their new album. The band, which is known for their own signature approach to Symphonic Metal, blend once more intricate orchestral parts (including all the subtleties of strings, winds, brass, classical percussions, piano, harp etc.) and a real choir with the power of Heavy Metal. Through a coherence that hides the inherent complexity of this genre, Elvyne Lorient’s passionate melodies immediately stick into your mind, conveying pure emotions right from the very first note she sings. The album title not only refers to the blindness of people towards what’s happening around them, but also to the fact that we, as humans, often deliberately choose to be blind in many uncomfortable circumstances, which eventually lead us on the wrong path of life. ‘Blind?’ was produced by Vynce Leff, recorded and mixed in Paris at Powermania Studio and mastered by Mathieu Gillon and Vynce Leff at 120dB Studio. The stunning artwork is the result of a collaboration between X-Nihilo Design, Les Créations Vultus and Florent Cuaz, who gave real life to Whyzdom’s visual universe.
Follow www.whyzdom.com for all the updates. |
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| Solisia - New signing and new album 'Universeasons' |
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Formed in 2006 in Rome, Italy, Solisia debuted with the critically acclaimed mini CD ‘The Film Of My Life’, that led them to sign a deal with Underground Symphony for the release of their debut full length album ‘Ordinary Fate’. Combining powerful guitars and beautiful clean vocals, classy arrangements and virtuoso instrumental parts, Solisia have already proved to be able to attract a wide range of listeners, but with their new, upcoming album ‘UniverSeasons’, the band were able to reach a new, higher level of maturity and musical complexity, delivering 11 tracks of astonishing beauty. ‘UniverSeasons’ features the combined talents of the new, amazing female singer Elie Syrelia and a group of musicians that is second to none. The album was recorded, mixed and mastered by Simone Mularoni (DGM) at Domination Studios. French artist Alexandra V Bach (Kamelot, Adagio, Operatika) once again handled the evocative artwork. The released date has been confirmed for November 13th, 2012. Follow www.scarletrecords.it and www.solisia.eu for all the updates. |
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| Hotel Diablo - New signing and debut album 'The Return to Psycho, California' |
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Los Angeles based Hard Rock sensation Hotel Diablo has signed a worldwide deal with Scarlet Records for the physical release of their full length debut 'The Return To Psycho, California'.
The band formed in early 2011, when vocalist Rick Stitch and guitarist Alex Grossi had just come off a grueling world tour with original Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler in support of his tell-all biography. Upon returning home, Alex and Rick both departed the Adler camp in search of a fresh project and when they played a one-off gig in Hollywood with powerhouse rhythm section Mike Duda and Mike Dupke, everyone in the room had the same, excited feeling. The chemistry was undeniable!
Hotel Diablo's full length debut 'The Return To Psycho, California' was produced by Gilby Clarke (Guns N' Roses, Rockstar Supernova) with additional production by underground LA producer Matt Starr, and will be available worldwide starting September 25th. Legendary Los Angeles rock station 95.5 KLOS exclusively debuted 'Bury You', the first track released off of the album, to an overwhelming response in June of 2012.
"We are very excited to be working with Scarlet Records" says guitarist Alex Grossi "In the past couple of years they have really grown to become a major force in the European rock and metal market, and coupled with the muscle of E1 here in the US we feel that ‘The Return To Psycho, California will reach the audience is was meant to" .
Follow www.thehoteldiablo.com for all the updates. |
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| Sound Storm - New signing and new album 'Immortalia' |
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Sound Storm have signed a worldwide deal with Scarlet Records for the release of their new album 'Immortalia'. Over the years the band have developed a very personal blend of Heavy Metal mixed with a theatrical sense of drama, which was internationally recognised with the release of their critically acclaimed debut 'Twilight Opera'. This new chapter marks another important milestone for the band, mixing their wide range of influences in a piece of work perfectly balanced between powerful guitars, magnificent symphonic choirs, gothic atmospheres and baroque melodies, which is definitely worth listening to. Recorded, mixed and mastered at Metal House Studio by Ettore Rigotti (Disarmonia Mundi), 'Immortalia' is a stunning concept album on the quest for eternal life, an amazing journey through literature, poetry and history, a collection of songs linked together by the common theme of the immortality of the soul. The evocative artwork was handled by Felipe Machado Franco (Blind Guardian, Rhapsody Of Fire). 'Immortalia' will be released August 28th, 2012. Shortly after the band will support Norwegian Gothic Metal veterans Tristania on their new European tour, starting September 14th, 2012 . Follow www.powerofsoundstorm.com for all the updates. |
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| Angels Of Babylon - New signing and new album |
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Angels Of Babylon have signed a deal with Scarlet Records for the release of their long-waited second album. Founded by former Manowar drummer Kenny “Rhino” Earl in 2008, Angels Of Babylon released their debut album ‘Kingdom Of Evil’ in 2010, which featured another heavy metal legend, Dave Ellefson (of Megadeth fame) on bass guitar. The yet to be announced new album can be described as a collection of epic, melodic and heavy songs that will inspire and arouse the imagination, a timeless piece of work that any real heavy metal fan will treasure for many years to come. |
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| Holy Knights - New signing and new album 'Between Daylight And Pain' |
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Symphonic Power metallers Holy Knights have signed a deal with Scarlet Records for the release of their second, long-waited album 'Between Daylight And Pain'. The band debuted in 2001 with the critically acclaimed album 'Gate Through The Past', which attracted enthusiastic reactions throughout the world, despite the fact that a series of internal problems put the band in hiatus for the following ten years, with its members now focused on various projects such as Thy Majestie, Trinakrius and Crimsonwind to name a few. In 2010 the long break was finally interrupted with the band entering the studio to commence working on their sophomore album. 'Between Daylight And Pain' is everything that a Symphonic Metal fan can dream of: powerful guitars, captivating melodies, refined orchestrations and evocative atmospheres for what has already been described as a true melodic masterpiece. |
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| Thy Majestie - New album ‘ShiHuangDi’ |
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Veteran power metallers Thy Majestie will release their long-waited fifth album ‘ShiHuangDi’ on Scarlet Records. The album, which marks the first Thy Majestie release since 2009's ‘Dawn’, was recorded at Wreck Studios in Palermo, Italy, mixed by Giuseppe Orlando (Novembre) at Outer Sound Studios in Rome, Italy and mastered by Mika Jussila (Nightwish, Sonata Arctica, Stratovarius) at Finnvox Studios in Helsinki, Finland. Another epic conceptual record, in the vein of Thy Majesties’s acclaimed albums ‘The Lasting Power’ (2000) and ‘Hastings 1066’ (2002), ‘ShiHuangDi’ marks another important chapter in the band’s career, this time dealing with the life of the legendary Qin Shi Huang, who became the first emperor of a unified China in 221 BC. ‘ShiHuangDi’ will see Thy Majestie returning to their trademark sound, made of epic atmospheres, massive orchestral and operatic parts and - most of all - genuinely devastating metal. A very special guest appearance by renowned singer Fabio Lione (Rhapsody Of Fire, Vision Divine, Kamelot) has also been announced. More exciting new will be released soon on www.thymajestie.com. |
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| Secret Sphere - Michele Luppi is the new singer of the band |
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Veteran power metallers Secret Sphere have just officially confirmed that renowned singer Michele Luppi has been added to the ranks of the band. Best known for his oustanding vocal contribution to a moltitude of melodic metal masterpieces, including those of bands such as Vision Divine, Thaurorod and Killing Touch to name a few, Luppi is without a doubt the best choice the band could have made in order to achieve its new ambitious goals after more that a decade in the business. The talented singer contributed to Secret Sphere's new album 'Portrait Of A Dying Heart' writing lyrics and melodies as well as delivering one of his best vocal performances to date. Here is how Secret Sphere's founding guitarist Aldo Lonobile commented the event:
"We are extremely happy to welcome Michele to our family. Everybody knows what he is capable of doing with his voice, that's why, for the moment, I would just like to share with you the positive vibes we felt working with such a great musician and friend. All our fans will surely catch the excitement within the band by simply listening to the new album."
Michele Luppi stated as follows:
"I'm very proud to be the new singer of this fantastic group! All the guys in the band made me feel part of their family since we first met. I can feel that our forthcoming album 'Portrait Of A Dying Heart' is by far one of the best I've ever done, though I'm still recording the vocals. I wanna thank all the guys in Secret Sphere for their trust and belief and I'm willing to share all my experience and passion in order to write and perform our music the best way we can... For us but mostly for all of you Secret Sphere maniacs out there!"
More details will be announced soon on www.secretsphere.org |
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| Def-Con-One - New signing and debut album 'Warface' |
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English Metal masters Def-Con-One, featuring former Venom and Mpire Of Evil drummer Antton Lant, have signed a deal with Scarlet Records for the release of their debut album ‘Warface’. With influences covering a wide range of musical styles, from modern Metal to old school Rock and Punk, Def-Con-One have been described by the organizers of Bloodstock Open Air Festival (where they played in 2011) as a bar fight between Machine Head, Slayer and Pantera. Def-Con-One is on a mission to spread their sound and infect the world with ‘Warface’. Songs such as the titletrack and ‘Steeped In Pain’, which offer up huge slabs of aggressive, groove laden riffs, beats and vocals that will be hard to beat. Songs like ‘Blood’, which has harmonies that infect the brain. Hook filled tracks such as ‘My Halo’ and ‘March Of The Dead’. Every song from Def-Con-One is crushing! A solid year of gigs in 2011 increased their fan base and saw them play the length and breadth of the UK. The band has gone from strength to strength and is now ready to unleash themselves upon the world. Follow the latest news on www.def-con-one.com. |
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| Burning Point - New signing and new album 'The Ignitor' |
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Finnish melodic metallers Burning Point have signed a deal with Scarlet Records for the release of their new album ‘The Ignitor’. No other title could be more appropriate to describe an album that truly ignites all the elements that Burning Point are about. The band have come a long way round musically and you can really hear it in their music. ‘The Ignitor’ takes all the good things from its predecessors, throwing them into a whirlwind of Heavy Metal and from the eye of the storm rises what can be easily considered the Finns’ masterpiece.
‘The Ignitor’ was recorded at HelGate and Reindeer Horns Studios and mastered at Tico Tico Studios (Sonata Arctica, Sentenced) by Ahti Kortelainen. The beautiful cover artwork was handled by Felipe Machado Franco (Blind Guardian, Rhapsody Of Fire, Iron Savior).
Follow all the latest news on www.burningpointmetal.com. |
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| Lullacry - New signing and new album 'Where Angels Fear' |
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Pioneers of Finnish female-fronted Metal Lullacry will release their long-waited fifth album 'Where Angels Fear’ on April 16th on Scarlet Records. The album, which marks the first Lullacry release since 2005's 'Vol. 4', was produced by Mikko Herranen, who also sings a duet with Tanja in the track 'Feel My Revenge'. The album was mastered by Svante Forsbäck at Chartmakers in Helsinki. Here is how guitarist Sami Leppikangas commented the event:
“Yes it sure has taken a lot of time and many things have happened. Last year has probably been the best we've had in Lullacry, at least when it comes to vibes. And you can hear that in the album. For the first time I made the songs without thinking that I have to do a goth ballad or a rock song. We just did things more spontaneously and it led to an album that is a lot more dark, ambitious and multi-dimensional than its predecessors. We’ve also paid a lot more attention to the lyrics and the production, which is much more dynamic. It will be awesome to go and play these new tunes to people, we've really waited this moment for so long.”
Follow www.lullacry.com for all the latest updates. |
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| Mpire Of Evil - 'Hell To The Holy' coming out soon |
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Mpire Of Evil’s long-waited full length album, ‘Hell To The Holy’, will be released March 26th, 2012 on Scarlet Records. The album boasts 10 brand-new tracks displaying the band’s infectious and groovy Heavy Metal assault, conveying Mantas’ thunderous riffs, a huge rhythm section and Dolan’s abrasive vocals into a monstrous musical holocaust which will appeal to both old school and modern Metal fans. Produced by Mantas himself and featuring stunning cover artwork by Gyula Havancsák (Annihilator, Destruction, Grave Digger), ‘Hell To The Holy’ is without any doubts a “must have” album for2012. A North American tour with British thrash legends Onslaught has already been confirmed but many more dates will follow soon. Despite having played on the album, drummer Antony “Antton” Lant has since left the band for personal reasons but a replacement for the tour will be announced soon. Follow www.mpireofevil.com for all the updates. |
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| Evenoire – New signing and debut album 'Vitriol' |
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Evenoire have signed a deal with Scarlet Records for the release of their debut album ‘Vitriol’. Formed in 2007, Evenoire combine a wide range of influences, from Gothic to Symphonic Metal with a very distinctive Medieval/Folk approach, which has already attracted overwhelming response from the international underground Metal scene. A special mention goes to extraordinary lead vocalist Lisy Stefanoni, whose ethereal and powerful voice adds an extra dimension to the melodies and makes her one of the most promising female singers around.
‘Vitriol’ was recorded at Dreamsound Studios in Munich, Germany, with Mario Lochert (Emergency Gate, Graveworm, Visions Of Atlantis) behind theconsolle. Mastering and Mixing duties were handled by Jan Vacik (Dreamscape). The album features a very special guest appearance by German soprano Gaby Koss (Haggard, Equilibrium, Nota Profana) in the song ‘Misleading Paradise’. Check out www.evenoire.it for more info. |
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