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Ex-DEEP PURPLE Keyboardist Forced To Cancel Hagen Appearance

Posted by Stargazer on June 28, 2012
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Due to ongoing medical treatments for pancreatic cancer, with which Jon Lord was disagnosed last summer, the former DEEP PURPLE keyboardist will not be able to apppear in Hagen, Germany on July 6. He was set to perform his Durham Concerto and a selection of other pieces.

According to JonLord.org, Jon wishes to assure everyone that this is not a matter for concern, but it is a continuation of his regular treatment that has just taken longer than anticipated. He and the Hagen Philharmonic Orchestra hope to be able to reschedule the concert for later in the year. He apologizes to everyone for any inconveniences this may have caused, particularly the wonderful people of Hagen, their terrific orchestra and all those who may have bought tickets, and he looks forward to seeing them all soon.

For ticket refunds, please contact Hagen’s Theaterkasse or your Eventim ticket agent.

Jon Lord is recognized for his Hammond organ blues-rock playing and unique sound and for his pioneering work in fusing rock and classical or baroque forms. He has most famously been a member of DEEP PURPLE, the band he co-founded in 1968.

Lord last year received the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Music from the University of Leicester.

 

Source: Blabbermouth.net

KATATONIA Guitarist Confirms Band Will Tour U.S. With OPETH In October

Posted by Stargazer on June 28, 2012
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In a brand new interview with Niclas Müller-Hansen of Sweden’s Metalshrine, guitarist/co-founder Anders “Blakkheim” Nyström of Swedish dark rockers KATATONIA was asked about the band’s touring plans following the release of their new album, “Dead End Kings”. “We’re actually going out with OPETH again,” he replied. “A new U.S. tour after the one with DEVIN TOWNSEND [PROJECT] and PARADISE LOST. We’re gonna play some other territories with OPETH so we’re out for another month in October. Then we have four days off and then there’s a two-month tour of Europe as part of a package. Some very melodic bands.”

This September, KATATONIA and DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT will team up for the “Epic Kings & Idols Tour”, a co-headlining North American run featuring PARADISE LOST as direct support and STOLEN BABIES as openers (DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT and KATATONIA will alternate in headlining each show). The trek will kick off on September 4 in Seattle, Washington and conclude on September 24 in Baltimore, Maryland.

“Dead Letters” lyric video:

 

 

Source: Blabbermouth.net

BY THE PATIENT Signs With DEATHBOUND Records

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 28, 2012
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Revolution-Inc has issued the following:

Deathbound   records  is   extremely   proud   to announce   the   signing   of  Denmark’s  BY THE PATIENT,  winners  of  the  2010  Danish  edition  of W:O:A Metal  Battle. The  band’s brutal sophomore album  titled  Premonitions  (to  be  released  Fall 2012)  was  recorded,  mixed   and  mastered  by Jacob Bredahl (The Kandidate, Ex-Hatesphere). You can listen to their brand new track “Oceans of Emptiness”, on Soundcloud player below.

We  are  very  excited  about  this  signing and  know this album  will  have  quite  an impact and we can’t wait to bring it to the metal masses.

“We  are  very  pleased  to  announce  that we have signed  a deal  with  Deathbound Records.  Deathbound  Records is a new label,  but  they have  all  the  qualities  we searched   for.   We   are   certain   that Deathbound  Records will  take  us to  the next  level.  They are very dedicated  and together  we   will   make   great   things happen.”  -By The Patient

For more info about the tour  dates, merch and more, check out the band’s Facebook profile. For   news   and   info   you   can   also   check   out Deathbound’ website.

DEADEND IN VENICE Now Powered By KRANK Amps

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 28, 2012
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ROCK ‘N GROWL has issued the following:

German melodic death metaller DEADEND IN VENICE have inked an endorsement deal with, American manufacturer of amplifiers, KRANK Amplification. Lead guitarist “Kevin Klein” uses “Krankenstein +“, designed in conjunction with the legendary guitarist Dimebag Darrell Abbott.

Deadend in Venice says: “We’re proud to announce our cooperation with KRANK amps! Kevin is officially endorsed and we will enjoy our future work together for the upcoming shows and recordings in the studio. With KRANKENSTEIN + we feel prepared for some ass kickin’ action!”

Deadend In Venice “The Monkey In My Closet”:

http://soundcloud.com/rockngrowl/deadend-in-venice-the-monkey

KRANK artist profile “Kevin Klein“: www.krankamps.com/artists/kevin-klein-deadend-in-venice-3371

Formed in late 2008, Deadend in Venice tried right from the beginning to combine the power of trueMelodic Death Metal with the beauty of a clear female voice. A short three song demo was recorded at the end of the same year and first local club-gigs followed. In 2009 the band shared the stage with names like Tristania, Finntroll and Tanzwut on some bigger shows and played great concerts for both, crowd and band.

During the year 2010 the band decided to get all the stuff together for a full-length album “See You On The Ground” and through CASKET Music and PLASTICHEAD the chance was given for worldwide distribution. Later they signed a long-term management deal with ROCK N GROWL. The band is now truly in songwriting mode for album number 2 in the moment. See you on the ground!

www.deadend-in-venice.de
www.facebook.com/deadendmetal
www.krankamps.com
www.rockngrowl.com

Legendary IRON MAIDEN Illustrator To Appear At ‘San Diego Metal Swap Meet

Posted by aliblackdiamond on June 28, 2012
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Legendary IRON MAIDEN illustrator Derek Riggs will make an appearance at the fourth annual San Diego Metal Swap Meet. Derek will be signing copies of his art book “Run For Cover: The Art Of Derek Riggs” as well as posters and merchandise. Performing live at the event will be ACES HIGH, Las Vegas tribute to IRON MAIDEN. This event is a swap meet of merchandise and art of all things metal.

Details:

San Diego Metal Swap Meet
Saturday, August 25, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
at Queen Bee’s
3925 Ohio Street
San Diego, CA 92104

Tickets are $3 in advance, $5 at the door. All ages, 21+ for beer garden.

For more information, visit www.sdmetalstore.org.

“Run For Cover: The Art Of Derek Riggs” is presented as a 180-page, full-color, large-format, top-quality art book, sporting approximately 200 graphics, some previously unpublished, some unfinished, many pristine originals from the IRON MAIDEN vaults, thanks to the full cooperation of MAIDEN manager Rod Smallwood and his charges. In addition, Riggs painted a stunning new Eddie to grace the cover.

 

Source: Blabbermouth.net

BNB Takeover Listeners Special

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 28, 2012
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BLACK ‘N BLUE Productions has issued the following:

Next Tuesday, July 3rd, we’re doing a special “nothing but requests” BNB Takeover. The entire playlist of the show will be in the hands of… YOU, our loyal listeners. This time you guys are in charge. Tell us which song from which band (one per person) you want to hear (email subject BNB Request) or, for the bands out there, send us an email and attach one (1) MP3, including band details, with the email subject BNB Submission. This is your chance. You might make the playlist and possibly even get a shout out.

Send us an email to bnbtakeover@eastvillageradio.com and please make sure to use the correct subject lines posted above.