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Crypts of Eternity Productions from Peru will finally release the long awaited 20th anniversary HEADHUNTER D.C. double CD "The Darkest Archives… From The Death Cult (1987-2007)" on May 15, 2010. It features promo / demo, live, rehearsal and other hidden recordings from the band’s personal archives, including some of their very first songs ever written, but never published before. The cover artwork, done by Chilean artist Daniel Self Desecrator, can be checked out here. The band is also planning a triple LP box set release of this material, to be released later this year / early next year. For more information check out the band’s myspace site www.myspace.com/headhunterdc
Germany’s old school Death Metal squad LIFELESS will re-release their "Beyond The Threshold Of Death" CD through Ibex Moon Records on June 08, 2010. The album features brandnew coverartwork and DISMEMBER’s ‘Casket Garden’ as a bonus track. For all further info and sound samples check out www.myspace.com/lifelessdeathmetal
On June 08, 2010 Ibex Moon Records will also release "Haven For The Insane", the third full-length album from Illinois’ CARDIAC ARREST. More info at www.myspace.com/deathrot
STRIDENT from Beer-Sheva (south of Israel) just released the first ever full-length Thrash Metal album made by an Israeli band. It is entitled "On The Aim" and was mastered by Maor Appelbaum, an ex-Israeli who nowadays lives in the US and masters albums of such big names as Rob Halford, David Ellefson, SIGH, MASTER etc. The CD is available directly from the band (www.myspace.com/stridentthrashmetal or Strident.thrash@gmail.com) but it will also officially be distributed by Israhellbanger Records (www.israhellbanger.com). The band has also released the first ever Israeli Thrash Metal video clip for the song ‘To Beer Or Not To Beer’, which you can check out here.
SANGUIS IMPEREM / NOCTURNAL BLOOD‘s "Imperial Impurity" split LP is out now on Nuclear War Now! Productions. There’s a limited number of white colored vinyl available at www.nwnprod.com. Check out www.myspace.com/sanguisimperem for further details.
Vincent Crowley, frontman for Ibex Moon Records ACHERON, has issued the following statement regarding the band’s future: "After 22 years of existence, Black / Death / Thrash Metal band ACHERON are calling it quits! The band has released 5 original full-length CDs, 3 mini- CDs, 1 cover-tribute CD and a number of other underground releases. ACHERON will end on a familiar note by doing one last run of "Rites Of The Black Mass" shows until January 1st, 2011. After that ACHERON will be done for good (no more shows or albums)! So keep an eye out for selected shows that they will be appearing at this year, because it will be the last time you get to see them live! The line-up for the final shows will be Vincent Crowley (vocals / bass), Art Taylor (guitar), Eric Stewart (guitar) and Scott Pletcher (drums). Promoters interested in booking ACHERON for their "The Last Rites" farewell shows 2010, contact us on myspace or at vincentcrowley@hotmail.com."
Stockholm’s CRUCIFYRE have recently been signed by Pulverised Records. The band has already completed their debut full-length album, the follow-up to 2006’s "Thessalonian Death Cult" demo. More details about the new album will be revealed soon. Here’s the official press statement from CRUCIFYRE’s drummer Y. Hillborg: "Working with Pulverised Records feels great. It’s like we’ve come home and have been given the chance to do what we do best, to deliver auditory terror in the most evil and aggressive way". CRUCIFYRE’s line-up features members from legendary Swedish acts MORBID, CREMATORY, AFFLICTED, NASUM and GENERAL SURGERY. More info at www.myspace.com/crucifyre
Canadian BEGRIME EXEMIOUS first CD "Impending Funeral Of Man" was recently released through Dark Descent Records. The CD includes 9 tracks in a playing time around 45 minutes packed in a eight-page booklet with artwork from various artists. The vinyl version will be released at a later date. Check out www.darkdescent.net for ordering details or write to darkdescentrecords@gmail.com for more info.
Tampa, Florida’s DIABOLIC have been added to several dates of CANNIBAL CORPSE’s "Evisceration Plague Tour" that is scheduled to kick off today (April 20) in Orlando, Florida. Check out our tourdates section for the confirmed dates. According to a statement from DIABOLIC: "We are excited to announce that we have been added to these shows of the CANNIBAL CORPSE "Evisceration Plague" tour! This is our first US tour since 2002 when we were out with DIMMU BORGIR, CRYPTOPSY and KRISIUN, and we look forward to seeing our fans again, and to playing new songs from our upcoming CD, "Excisions Of Exorcisms", upon the Metal masses live for the first time ever!" DIABOLIC’s latest, once again featuring the production services of Juan "Punchy" Gonzalez (NILE, MORBID ANGEL) and the classic artwork of Joe Pentagno (MOTÖRHEAD, KRISIUN), will be released by Deathgasm Records on June 8th. For more information: www.diabolic-deathmetal.com, www.myspace.com/diabolic666
MASTER‘s upcoming new album "The Human Machine" will be released in an alternate slipcase cover edition, which will be made available in only 2000 copies worldwide. It was once again designed and painted by Eliran Kantor (Testament, Sigh, Anacrusis, GWAR, etc), who also did the actual album cover for "The Human Machine". States Eliran Kantor: "The basic idea is to have a continuation of the story told in the real front cover, after the two policemen picked up the criminal from the floor. It’s a lot simpler, it’s a brand new image that will add value to this limited edition, and at the same time it reacts naturally with the real cover and the overall theme carried throughout the album, as this album has a specific subject matter and the ‘arrest’ scene is based on Paul’s original idea." "The Human Machine" will be out on April 26 in Europe and May 25 in North America. www.myspace.com/masterspeckmann
Guitarist Zyklon-A has decided to leave GRAVEHILL due to personal reasons, so the band is currently looking for a replacement. Here’s a list of what they don’t want: "Posers – if you don’t know (or even marginally know) what kind of music we play, don’t waste our time! Wimps – if you are a "part-time" musician, who would rather sit at home instead of tour or allow your chick to dictate your lifestyle, don’t waste our time! Rock (cock) stars – if your ego bruises easily, with little to no sense of humor or you spend hours on your guitar solos instead of on quality riffs, don’t waste our time!" GRAVEHILL requires a guitarist who is able to write, record, and tour nationally and internationally. If you feel you meet their standards / conditions and would like to audition please contact them at: www.myspace.com/gravehill666
Lupus Lounge have signed Norway’s NÀTTSÒL and will release their debut "Stemning" ("mood, atmosphere") shortly. According to the label, the six piece builds on Scandinavian nature mysticism as well as the archaic aggression of Norse Black Metal in the tradition of Ulver’s "Bergtatt", but brings this musical lineage into the 21st century in a unique and impressive manner. Bandleader Erlend has this to say about the signing of the contract: "We are excited to have signed with Lupus Lounge and about the imminent release of our debut album. We are honoured to join the ranks of their already impressive lineup of bands and are looking forward to bringing you closer to the mystique of nature." All further info you may find at: www.myspace.com/nattsolnorway
THORNAFIRE have been invited to play the Czech Republic’s world renowned Obscene Extreme Festival (July 15-17, 2010). Guitarist Victor Mac-Namara had this to say about the honor. "We come from the Hell of South America, spreading our twisted and poisoned madness for several years and are very pleased to participate in this great festival. We will deliver the dark vibes of our latest CD "Vorex Deconstrucción" from the stage, as well as our past work. In this strange current era where expression is dispersing and vanishing, even underground music, the powerful presence of our music will not go unnoticed!" THORNAFIRE will also be adding show dates in other European countries during the month of July, so be on the lookout. www.myspace.com/thornafire
Todd Weaver, bassist for APOLLO RA and MUSEUM OF FEAR was killed in an automobile accident on April 9, 2010 in Essex MD. All of his former bandmates and friends are deeply shocked and saddened by this. Rest In Peace, Todd.