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Almanac announce release of debut album ‘Tsar.’

Victor Smolski’s new band, Almanac, will release their debut album called ‘Tsar’ on March 18th, 2016 via Nuclear Blast Records.  Smolski himself was responsible for the production of the record, with mixing completed by Sebastian ‘Seeb’ Levermann (Orden Ogan). The intricate cover artwork was created by famous Hungarian artist Gyula …

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OBSCURA Premiere Second Song “Sermon of the Seven Suns”

OBSCURA Premiere Second New Song “Sermon Of The Seven Suns” via Loudwire Stream “Sermon Of The Seven Suns” via Loudwire Here It has been five years since the release of OBSCURA‘s universally-acclaimedOmnivium. Now the progressive metal masters return with their strongest and most dynamic release to date. The aptly named Akróasis (Greek …

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THE LUMBERJACK FEEDBACK Streaming “Blackened Visions” In Full

French instrumental post-metal outfit The Lumberjack Feedback are streaming their debut full-length in its entirety. The cinematic journey into darkness known as Blackened Visionsis now playing at www.doom-metal.com/news.php?entry=2014. Preorder Blackened Visions at www.kaotoxin.com/product-category/kaotoxin-artists-releases/the-lumberjack-feedback/ The Lumberjack Feedback are a modern doom band that stands apart from the rest of the pack. Foregoing the “old-school” …

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SECTION A To Release ‘Wall Of Silence’ In February, Tracklisting, Artwork Revealed

Danish hard rockers SECTION A, featuring guitarist Torben Enevoldsen (Acacia Avenue, Fate, Fatal Force) will release their new album, “Wall Of Silence“, in Europe/Asia on February 26 and in North America on February 12 via Mausoleum Records. “Wall Of Silence” picks up where “Sacrifice” left off, with a more straightforward, heavy approach, but the signature Section A sound very much intact. For the new …

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Cairo Son album teaser clip released

Cairo Son are gearing up for what promises to be a busy year for the trio. The band are preparing for the release of their second album and following on from their triumphant appearance at Planet Rockstock, Cairo Son have released a teaser clip for their upcoming 2016 release. Check …

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Acid Reign confirmed for Bloodstock 2016!

Rebooted UK thrash legends Acid Reign are thrilled to announce their S.O.P.H.I.E. stage headline appearance on Saturday August 13th at Bloodstock Open Air 2016! Regarded as the UK’s number one metal festival, Bloodstock sees the re-booted thrashers lining up with legends such Slayer, Twisted Sister, Anthrax, Behemoth and Venom, for …

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Beth Hart announces November 2016 UK Tour

BETH HART RETURNS TO THE UK IN NOVEMBER 2016 FOR SEVEN CONCERTS INCLUDING LONDON ROYAL FESTIVAL HALL Following her critically acclaimed May UK tour in 2015 and the rapturous response to her latest studio album, Better Than Home, Grammy nominated singer-songwriter,BETH HART will embark on a Nationwide 7-date UK tour in …

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BLOODSTOCK announces VIP tickets, Fear Factory, & more!

As we cruise in to Christmas, BLOODSTOCK’s rolling out some early treats!  Three more bands for your delectation, plus on-sale details for the VIP tickets.   First up for a main stage add are FEAR FACTORY!  Hot from their 20th Anniversary tour for their classic album ‘Demanufacture’ this week, the …

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The Dear Hunter announce UK tour for next spring

The Dear Hunter has announced a headline tour of the UK next March. Full dates are below. This tour follows a busy 2015 for the band, which saw them release their latest album ‘Act IV: Rebirth In Reprise’, part four of the concept series about a boy named The Dear …

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Iron Bastards Release Digital Live EP for Free Download

Iron Bastards Release Digital Live EP for Free Download Too fast too furious  A week ago, French Fast Rock’n’roll power trio Iron Bastards released their debut full-length album, ‘Boogie Woogie Violence’, still available for limited CD edition & digital through BLACK’N’PURPLE Records (Evas Kiss Anger…) and entire streaming on Bandcamp. In order to promote the album, the …

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Delain Release Details Of Brand New EP

DELAIN Release Details Of Brand New EP! Title, Artwork, Track Listing & Release Date Unveiled! DELAIN seem to be restless spirits: Their latest album ‘The Human Contradiction‘ was released in 2014 on Napalm Records and gained high praise from both fans and the press alike. DELAIN followed up the release …

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The Treatment to release new album in March

The Treatment are to release their third album, ‘Generation Me’, worldwide on Friday 18 March, via Frontiers Music. The album will be the first to feature new lead singer Mitchel Emms and guitarist Tao Grey.  Grey said:  ““We’re absolutely delighted to announce that the recording of our third full length album Generation Me is now …

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Kilmara announce Daniel Ponce as new singer

Spanish heavy metallers KILMARA have parted ways with singer Christian Wolfgang Kohl and replaced him with North American singer Daniel Ponce. The break with singer Christian Wolfgang Kohl has been done in a friendly manner, the rest of the band members intend on continuing to forge, maintain and increase the status that they have …

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IONAWR – An Exhibition Of Rodney Matthews art

Private Viewing: 13th January 2016 / Public Viewing: 14th January 2016 to 24th February 2016 The Bishop’s Palace, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2PD www.bishopspalace.org.uk/rodney-matthews-ionawr This exhibition ‘Ionawr’, the Welsh word for January, encapsulates Matthews’ artistic career as both a science fiction and fantasy artist. On display are his rich creations, which …

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Diatessaron to release live recording of Monument

Diatessaron is one of the most exciting new prog bands to be emerging in this generation. Progressive rock music is a genre that’s endlessly exciting, and with such a rich history behind it, it’s absolutely fantastic to see bands coming onto the scene today showcasing their own unique slants on …

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Sabaton release ‘Heroes On Tour’ live DVD

Swedish troopers Sabaton are to release a new live package, ‘Heroes On Tour’, on 4 March, via Nuclear Blast Entertainment. Recorded on their 2015 ‘Heroes’ tour, and including their appearances at Wacken and their own festival in their hometown of Falun, the package comes as two DVDs or Blu-Rays and a CD. …

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