EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ABOUT THE AT THE GATES REUNION
October 30, 2007
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH TOMAS LINDBERG ABOUT THE AT THE GATES REUNION ONLINE NOW
At The Gates vocalist Tomas Lindberg has spoken exclusively to Earache about the band’s reformation that was announced earlier this month. Lindberg reveals the reason behind the band getting back together after 10 years apart and also confirms the reality that the reformation will not see At The Gates recording a new album, in order to keep the legacy of ‘Slaughter Of The Soul’ intact. Read more about what Tomas has to say at www.earache.com/bands/at_the_gates/interview.html
Fans will be able to witness the legendary extreme sound of At The Gates at a string of dates planned for next year. These exclusive, must-see shows will include Wacken Open Air (Germany), Ruisrock (Finland) and Bloodstock (UK).
To find out more about the reformation of At The Gates as told by Tomas Lindberg, head over to www.earache.com/bands/at_the_gates/interview.html
Metal Blade signs WOE OF TYRANTS! for new album
October 30, 2007
Metal Blade Records announces the signing of death/thrash metal act WOE OF TYRANTS!
Metal Blade Records is very pleased to announce the latest addition to its illustrious roster, Woe of Tyrants. From Chillicothe,Ohio comes the next heavy metal goliath. Woe of Tyrants is comprised of five guys dead-set on playing metal the way they want to, never listening or caring what scene they belong to or what sells the most records; who mix the best of death, thrash, and power metal in a concoction that defies pigeon-holing. Mix the vintage sounds of Testament and Metallica, brutal death metal, epic power metal, and even some southern fried flair thrown on top, and you have what has become known as Woe of Tyrants.
“We are extremely excited about working with Metal Blade and feel that we have a lot to offer the label and more importantly the heavy metal community all together. We feel Metal blade has our best interests at heart as they’ve shown their dedication to their artists and fans by releasing some of the best metal in the world for decades. We have always stuck with our guns when writing and performing our music, refusing to give into any of the trends or clichés that pop-up in the heavy music genre and are very thankful that Metal Blade has not let this go unnoticed. We are prepared to unleash the best and most crushing material we’ve written thus far and hope to reach as many people possible with our music. We are blessed to have such an opportunity. Keep a lookout for our debut, and lots of touring, this is only the beginning!” Woe of Tyrants
“Woe of Tyrants plays a unique blend of death, thrash, melody, exceptional guitar riffs and even a little bit of Southern rock. They have a great work ethic and we can’t wait to work along side them to take them to the next level. W.O.T. will definitely be a band to keep all eyes and ears on. Welcome to the Metal Blade family, guys!” Metal Blade Records – Jen Graham
Woe of Tyrants will be touring through the winter and will be finishing up the writing of their Metal Blade debut in the spring with plans to enter the studio in early summer 2008. More details on tour dates and the album will be made over the coming weeks and months so be sure to keep an eye on the band’s website and MetalBlade.com.
Woe of Tyrants is:
Adam Kohler - Bass
Chris Burns - Guitar
Chris Catanzaro - Vocals
Johnny Roberts - Drums
Matt Kincaid – Guitar
(left to right in picture)
Here’s what some people are saying about the band’s current release Behold the Lion:
“It is in fact the band’s knack for incorporating effective changes into it’s unmerciful brutality that really helps to set Woe of Tyrants apart…It would be a shame if the disc goes unnoticed in the crowded heavy music scene because Woe of Tyrants are really onto something here. Watch out for the next release; it just may crush all in its path.” -Blabbermouth.net
“Behold the Lion [has] that extra boost an album needs to surpass decent and move straight-ahead to f*cking bad ass. Not only are the tunes here solid as hell and heavy as f*ck, they’re played with a level of technical ability that is sure to impress even the most elite of shredders out there. This is a band that means business.” -Outburn Magazine
“…if this is any indicator of what this band is capable of, I can see these guys quickly becoming major players in the US extreme music scene…excellent debut!” -Deadtide.com
“[Behold the Lion] has a tangible Bay Area undercurrent (especially the excellent title track) resulting in a just damn fun album to listen to…making for an impressive debut from a band that looks to make waves.” -Metalreview.com
“Heavy, intelligent music will never fade away as long as there are bands like Woe of Tyrants who combine the best of the old with a fresh attitude and perspective.” -Blogcritics.org
Will she get big? New Otep album coming and she goes on tour
October 30, 2007
OTEP PREPARES FOR RELEASE OF NEW ALBUM - “THE_ASCENSION” -PLUS TOUR WITH HELLYEAH, BLOODSIMPLE ON OCTOBER 30 OTEP are currently gearing up for the October 30 release of their long-awaited new album, The_Ascension. The band enlisted producer Dave Fortman (Mudvayne, Evanescence) for The_Ascension, and also called on Grammy nominated guitarist Greg Tribbett (Mudvayne, HELLYEAH) to co-write three songs. OTEP are currently working on the videos for two songs from the album, “Confrontation” and “Breed,” to be directed by P.R. Brown (Smashing Pumpkins, James Blunt). October 30 also marks the start of the BALLS VOLUME STRENGTH Tour. OTEP will be performing alongside HELLYEAH and bloodsimple to support The_Ascension. The tour kicks off in Detroit, MI at The Fillmore and wraps up on December 7 at The Palladium in Worcester, MA. With the release of The_Ascension, their third full-length outing, OTEP challenged themselves to avoid clichés and classifications and find a new landscape of sound and vision. On The_Ascension Otep is both inciteful and insightful, with songs ranging from the aggro call to arms of “Confrontation” to the vulnerable ‘Perfectly Flawed.’ The_Ascension is infused with a meticulous care to detail, the CD’s 13 songs both free and freeing for the listener and the band. In their career, OTEP have sold over 400,000 units. Here’s what the press has to say about The_Ascension: “…Otep Shamaya is hot and her guttural scream rivals Slipknot’s Corey Taylor…[The rest of the band’s] pummeling power chords and break-neck speed-drumming are the icing on this pissed off cake.” – Penthouse “[One of the] People You Should Know About” – CNN.com “When you’re mad at the world and need a soundtrack, Otep’s latest is here for the taking.” – Outburn “…eloquent and necessary…” – Alternative Press “…their most inspired effort to date…The_Ascension finds the band in top form and showing levels of musical growth…” – Metal Edge The_Ascension is in stores October 30. The BALLS VOLUME STRENGTH Tour hits the US this November!!! BALLS VOLUME STRENGTH TOUR: 10/30 - Detroit, MI - Fillmore (formerly State Theatre) 10/31 - Indianapolis, IN - Egyptian Room 11/02 - Grand Rapids, MI - Orbit Room 11/03 - Minneapolis, MN - First Ave 11/04 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues 11/06 - Sauget, IL - Pop’s 11/07 - Kansas City, MO - Uptown Theatre 11/09 - Denver, CO - Fillmore 11/10 - El Paso, TX - Cohen Coliseum (KLAQ show) 11/11 - Phoenix, AZ - Marquee Theatre 11/13 - Santa Ana, CA Galaxy 11/14 - Los Angeles, CA - Key Club 11/16 - Ventura, CA - Ventura Theatre 11/17 - Las Vegas, NV - House of Blues 11/23 - Oklahoma City, OK - Diamond Ballroom 11/27 - Memphis, TN - New Daisy Theater 11/28 - Atlanta, GA - Roxy Theater 11/30 - Ft Myers, FL - City of Palms Park (Radio show) 12/02 - Orlando, FL - Hard Rock 12/04 - Norfolk, VA - NorVa 12/05 - Baltimore, MD - Ram’s Head 12/07 - Worcester, MA – The Palladium
Poison and Good Charlotte play with new their endorsed musical instruments for on tour
October 30, 2007
Poison and Good Charlotte play with new their endorsed musical instruments for on tour
CAPTION: JC Chasez and Joel Madden rock out with Gibson Guitar at the Guitar Hero III Launch part at Best Buy in Los Angeles on Saturday, October 27, 2007. Chasez and Madden celebrated the official launch of the mega-video game with legendary guitarist Slash who sold the first unit at midnight. Poison performed at the event. Chasez and Madden are seen here with the new Gibson guitar controllers. For more information on Guitar Hero III and Gibson Guitar go to www.gibson.com
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