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TRIUMPH And DEFINITIVE AUTHENTIC Launch ‘Triumph Vault’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 16, 2021
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Fans of classic Canadian rockers TRIUMPH are in for a special treat – the launch of the ‘Triumph Vault’ website this past Tuesday, December 14th, 2021. 

By accessing triumphvault.com, fans will be able to discover artifacts from the band’s career beginning with a celebration of Triumph’s classic 1981 album, ‘Allied Forces.’ 

This inaugural collection will feature a selection of newly discovered artifacts personally curated by Mike, Gil and Rik in collaboration with Definitive Authentic. Several pieces are partnered with new audio commentary directly from the band. 

New collections will be added to the Vault regularly for fans which will unlock over 45 years of Triumph’s illustrious rock & roll history through rare photos, audiograms, video, behind the scenes content, and exclusive collectables.

Commemorating the launch, the Triumph Vault will offer signed and numbered limited-edition memorabilia that have never been made available until now. And as part of the celebration and in keeping with the iconic ‘Allied Forces’ cover, fans who sign up for updates via the site are automatically entered to win a Dean Flying V guitar with a personal note from the band!

“We’re super excited to have our loyal fans experience the launch of the Triumph vault. Finally, after years of touring and recording, we’re able to unearth and display rare elements and artifacts from Triumph’s history. We can now share with our fans what we’ve  been stowing away for years at Metalworks Studios.” –Gil Moore

The Triumph line-up – Rik Emmett, Gil Moore, and Mike Levine – rocked the world, and in the process, gave us countless classic hard rock anthems (“Fight the Good Fight,” “Hold On,” “Magic Power,” “I Live for the Weekend,” “Lay It On the Line,” and of course, “Rock & Roll Machine,” and albums (Just a Game, Progressions of Power, Allied Forces, Never Surrender, Thunder Seven, etc.).

Originally formed in 1975 and hailing from Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, the trio was always proud of their Great White North roots. And seemingly ever since their inception, Triumph was on the cutting edge of technology when it came to their live show – particularly lighting, sound, and effects. Sophisticated lasers, pyrotechnics and moving lighting rigs, all computer-controlled – Triumph was one of the first arena rock bands to incorporate all of these elements into their shows. 

Triumph’s headlining tours were legendary, and the band was featured on many memorable stadium/outdoor shows – including the US Festival, the World Series of Rock, the American Rock Festival and Texxas Jam, Day on the Green, to name but a few. And earlier this year, the band was the focus of a documentary, ‘Triumph: Rock & Roll Machine,’ directed by Banger Films’ Sam Dunn and Marc Ricciardelli.

And now, Triumph fans will be able to celebrate the history of the band – with the launch of triumphvault.com. 

ABOUT DEAN GUITARS: 

The Classic Series wouldn’t be complete without the aggressive V. Since 1977 the V has been a staple to Dean guitars and this model is true to its roots at an affordable price. Eastern Mahogany body and set neck construction offer all the warm tones and sustain needed for any player. Loaded with DMT Series Time Capsule pickups to bring back the nostalgia of the original while being able to play all the music of today’s styles. The bound body and bound Indian Rosewood Fingerboard ties it all together.

ABOUT DEFINITIVE AUTHENTIC:   

DEFINITIVE AUTHENTIC works directly with renowned artists, athletes, brands, and franchises to protect, preserve, certify, and exhibit their artifacts. As archivists and curators for our world renowned clients, DEFINITIVE’s exclusive relationships provide unequaled access to first hand stories, personal archives, and exclusive items. These remarkable artifacts are curated into collections, individual pieces, and limited edition offerings that are available to collectors and fans through DEFINITIVE AUTHENTIC powered online, mobile and in person experiences. DEFINITIVE AUTHENTIC is in the extraordinary position of having direct knowledge of each certified artifact. Every piece is accompanied by the item’s individual history and details, and comes with our blockchain secured Certificate of Authenticity.

THULCANDRA Release Official Music Video for Album Title Track ‘A Dying Wish’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 16, 2021
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: Thulcandra. Leave a comment
[Photo Credit: Christian Martin Weiss]

Death/black metal veterans THULCANDRA have frozen this autumn with the release of their bone-chilling full-length, A Dying Wish. After smashing the staggering opener, “Funeral Pyre”, ruthless “Nocturnal Heresy” and relentless “Scarred Grandeur” the black/death metal four-piece clashes in with another cold as ice music video for the title track, “A Dying Wish”.
 
The album’s grand finale comes with heavy guitars, epic mid-tempo moments, rapid outbursts and discreetly used acoustic guitars that create a versatile sound that honors the roots of death metal as it was defined by bands like Unanimated, Dissection and Dismember.
 
Steffen Kummerer on “A Dying Wish“:
“The title track of our brand new album ‘A Dying Wish’ sees the first cinematic video production of Thulcandra. We traveled abroad and worked with the renowned Grupa13 (Behemoth, Arch Enemy, Kreator) to come up with a storyline that underlines the vibe and pace of the eight minute long effort.”

The massive new full-length A Dying Wish once again carries the burning torch of the glorious death metal era! Since their foundation by Obscura mastermind Steffen Kummerer in 2003, THULCANDRA became an indispensable protagonist in the European extreme metal-sphere that reaches way back to the magnificent origins of their genre.
 
A Dying Wish guarantees instant frostbite just as the first glance at the thrilling icy-blue cover artwork promises. After the listener is buried under the opener’s avalanche, THULCANDRA spans a dark arc between acoustic interludes and harsh blackened death metal parts. The quiet interlude “In Bleak Misery” marches into “A Shining Abyss”, that guides its listeners like a torch through the night. Dramatic riffing and the screeching growls of Steffen Kummerer create dark and dense walls of sound as up-tempo tracks like “The Slivering Silver” and “Devouring Darkness” offer strong leads, driving riffs and engaging drums that let the storm rage on without mercy. The final, title track “A Dying Wish” provides a great finale that covers everyone and everything under a massive layer of cold, leaving the world behind in nothing but ice and snow.

THULCANDRA on the album:
“We return with an album full of eerie cold melodies, ice-cold vibes and an over the top production by Swedish legend Dan Swanö at Unisound Studios! Within the first album in 5 years we celebrate the essence of pure black & death metal, adorned with more twin guitars, blast beats and filthy arrangements than ever. We celebrate the release of A Dying Wish with excessive shows and embark on a European tour to perform for all our loyal fans and supporters in the upcoming months.”

Get your copy of A Dying Wish NOW!

NITE Unveil New Album Details, Premiere New Song + Video

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 16, 2021
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Photo by Michelle Nisbet

Blackened heavy metal outfit NITE will be releasing their sophomore full-length, ‘Voices of the Kronian Moon,’ on March 25, 2022 via Season of Mist, making it the band’s debut to the label! The album art can be found below along with the tracklisting and other details. The band is now sharing the official music video for the first single, “Kronian Moon,” which was created entirely by the band! Watch/listen at THIS LOCATION.

NITE mainman Van Labrakis comments: “’Kronian Moon’ is the nexus of the plot in our second album ‘Voices of the Kronian Moon,’ It introduces an odyssey in a foreign world, establishing the universe and foreshadowing the danger that our heroes encounter on their quest. Alien landscapes, visions of peril and a fight against all odds. The bridge, marked by an unexpected key change and an ostentatious solo, is both the belly of the beast and the tempting siren: the obstacles that challenge our abilities and seek to impede our way. Guitar harmonies lead us to the other side of that dark episode, with the final verse and chorus championing themselves as triumph in the face of adversity. ‘Kronian Moon’ is an homage to the hero’s journey, the trials and tribulations, the journey as the destination.”

‘Voices of the Kronian Moon’ is available to pre-order HERE. The album and singles can also be pre-saved across streaming services HERE.

The album art was created by street artist DEIH.

Tracklist:
01: Acheron (04:44) 
02: Kronian Moon (03:59) [WATCH]
03: Last Scorpion (04:40) 
04: Liber ex Doctrina (04:44) 
05: Heliopolis (04:32) 
06: Edge of the Night (05:04) 
07: Thorns (04:56) 
08: The Trident (04:23) 
Total running time: 00:37:02 

Italian Horror Metal Veterans CADAVERIA to Reissue “The Shadows’ Madame”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 16, 2021
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: Cadaveria. Leave a comment

Italian horror metal veterans CADAVERIA have signed to Time To Kill Records for the reissue of their acclaimed debut album “The Shadows’ Madame”, originally released in 2002.

This “20th Anniversary Edition” will be out March 3rd 2022 in LP, MC and digital format.

Watch a video trailer HERE.

Pre-orders are now available at this location.

Album tracklist:

Side A

  1. Spell
  2. Declaration of Spiritual Independence
  3. In Memory of Shadows’ Madame
  4. Circle of Eternal Becoming
  5. Spell (Live Rehearsal Version – 2001)

Side B

  1. The Magic Rebirth
  2. Black Glory
  3. Absolute Vacuum
  4. VELO (The Other Side of Hate)

CADAVERIA is the creative alter-ego of Italian-based metal singer Raffaella Rivarolo, better known by her stage name Cadaveria, one of the first women to hit the extreme metal scene in the early Nineties.

CADAVERIA band was founded in 2001 by Cadaveria herself and drummer Marçelo Santos, to freely express themselves as musicians and extreme artists.

Since CADAVERIA’s debut album The Shadows’ Madame (2002) the band’s style is labeled Horror Metal. Their personal sound is imbued with gloomy and sinister atmospheres and it mixes Black Metal with classical Heavy Metal, Death Metal and Gothic influences. The lyrics, scheming, hermetic and introspective, mirror the dark soul and the vexed personality of the singer Cadaveria.

2021 is a meaningful one for CADAVERIA band, as the band celebrate its 20 years of activity. A career that boasts five full length albums, some reissues, an EP (with Necrodeath), a retrospective double DVD and a huge support from fans of Central America, where CADAVERIA have made a series of headlining tours, between 2007 and 2015.

From 2012 on, with the release of the most recent albums Horror Metal and Silence, CADAVERIA have been engaged in many live dates that have seen them protagonists of different stages in Russia, Germany, France, Belgium, Romania, as well as numerous Italian shows as headliner and in support of Cradle of Filth, Arch Enemy and many more.

CADAVERIA have recently released a series of new singles, that mark the band’s return to the scene after a long pause, during which the singer had to be treated for cancer.

You can stream all the new singles by playing this Spotify Playlist: https://bit.ly/recentsingles

You can watch all the recent videos on YouTube at this link: https://bit.ly/allrecentvideos

Current Line-Up:

Cadaveria – Vocals
Peter Dayton – Bass
Marçelo Santos – Drums

TUOMAS ROUNAKARI Releases Throwback to Tokyo 2017 Video for ‘Hiisi’ from ‘Live in Japan’ Documentary by Kimmo Kuusniemi

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 16, 2021
Posted in: Int. News, News. Tagged: Kimmo Kuusniemi, Live in Japan, TUOMAS ROUNAKARI. Leave a comment

Violinist, composer, ethnomusicologist TUOMAS ROUNAKARI has posted online a performance video clip, a throwback to Tokyo 2017 gig at Liquid Room, from the materials of ‘Live in Japan‘ documentary by Kimmo Kuusniemi.

Tuomas adds: “Fantastic crowd! Although they often try to clap in steady 4/4 over my odd time measures. In Tokyo they at least noticed that it does not fit and showed their enthusiasm in other ways 😀
This tune is called Hiisi. It used to mean a sacred site. But the church changed the meaning into something devilish, a giant or an ill-witted gobling.”

Watch the video here:


Just recently Tuomas revealed more on his inspirations and research behind the upcoming “Bear Awakener” album.

The first episode tells about the first explorers in Siberia from the 17th century onwards and what made the Finnish explorers different from others. The second episode gives an example of archive studies and what makes the archived materials inspiring. In the middle of it all we learn about bear related myths and ceremonies of the indigenous Khanty and Mansi people as well as the pre-christian Finns.

Before Christmass there will be a chance to hear an actual wax cylinder recording from 1905. An example of an original Bear Awakening song. The channel naturally has his original music as well and more music will be uploaded in near future.

Episode 1 – https://youtu.be/abn5U0cm0Do
Episode 2 – https://youtu.be/0SfDwa6Cyc4

Pre-Order the Bear Awakener album: https://igg.me/at/bearawakener
Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCliVnARlDv2Y3ykBo_YFlRA


TUOMAS ROUNAKARI’s “Bear Awakener” crowdfunding campaign reached its goal in less than 12 hours! Watch crowdfunding video, telling more details about “Bear Awakener” and its meaning, the video can be seen at https://igg.me/at/bearawakener.

Planned release date of “Bear Awakener” is on March 13th 2022! According to an ancient Finnish bear calendar this date marked the end of winter hibernation and awakening of the bears. The crowdfunding runs until January 2th, 2022, here: https://igg.me/at/bearawakener

Also watch
-Tuomas unboxing the unique Bear Amulets, created by a shamanic artist Angela Bazaron: https://www.facebook.com/shamanviolin/videos/278449967500776
-1st teaser for “Bear Awakener”: https://www.facebook.com/shamanviolin/videos/285653149947539

What is “Bear Awakener”?
The name Bear Awakener comes from specific songs sung in order to awaken the bear. This album dives deep into the bear myths and is designed to re-awaken or cherish anyones connection with this mythical entity.

The myth of a bear’s origin is identical among the Finns and the indigenous Khanty and Mansi people. Both cultures run ceremonial Bear feasts that last several days. Many songs, dances and plays are performed in honor of the bear. Tuomas Rounakari has studied the bear feast songs of all of these cultures. There are thousands of verses containing bear related myths in the vast archives of Finland and the tradition is now returning among the Khanty and Mansi.


TUOMAS ROUNAKARI is an internationally acclaimed violinist, composer and ethnomusicologist from Finland. He is a one-man-band blending violin, vocals and stomping with ankle-bells. In his performance he enters various trance-states. In this album he will also be playing a traditional Khanty instrument called Ning-juh.

Tuomas is inspired by different forms of dialogue; man and nature, the seen and the unseen world, ancient and future. His first solo album Shamanviolin was a result of ethnomusicological studies of the earliest 20th century wax-cylinder recordings from Siberia. These studies have also led to many collaborations with indigenous artists. He is one of the few artists who have actually returned their art to native communities for evaluation and development.

Have a look at the Online concert from Kaustinen Folk Music Festival 2020. Shamanviolin at Pauanne is a full-length online concert produced by the Kaustinen Folk Music Festival 2020. The concert was filmed at the magical Pauanne where a community of folk musicians and folk healers used to live in the 1980’s. All buildings are fully hand made with many mythological decorations. The place has unfortunately decayed without much needed preservation. This Shamanviolin concert ends with lament melodies in a burnt down sauna. The magic and unique beauty of this place is still strong. A perfect environment for my music.

Watch here and sign up to his newsletter at https://rounakari.com/watch-full-video-for-free/

Watch the videos
‘Farewell of Kamas People’ – https://youtu.be/oV16Qipd0MQ
‘Langetus’ – https://youtu.be/HVsU7PTqqHY

More information at
TUOMAS ROUNAKARI: http://www.rounakari.com | http://www.facebook.com/shamanviolin
MANAGEMENT: https://www.facebook.com/SplitScreenManagement | http://www.splitscreen-management.com

SPIRITS OF FIRE Announce New Album “Embrace The Unknown”, Out February 18th, New Single & Video Revealed, Ft. New Vocalist Fabio Lione

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 16, 2021
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Heavy metallers SPIRITS OF FIRE have announced their return with new vocalist Fabio Lione (Angra, ex-Rhapsody Of Fire), who joins original members Chris Caffery, Steve DiGiorgio, and Mark Zonder on their second album, “Embrace The Unknown“. The album will land on February 18, 2022. Produced by Aldo Lonobile (Secret Sphere, Archon Angel, Sweet Oblivion), “Embrace The Unknown” sees Spirits Of Fire picking up where they left off on their debut, with Caffery’s skillful songwriting and fiery fretwork leading the charge. A new single and video, ‘A Second Chance’ is out today.

Watch the video HERE:

Pre-order/save “Embrace The Unknown” on CD/LP/Digital HERE: https://orcd.co/embrace

Heavy metal supergroup SPIRITS OF FIRE first formed in 2017, released their first single in late 2018, and unleashed their debut album in February 2019. Originally formed by Chris Caffery (Savatage, Trans-Siberian Orchestra), Steve DiGiorgio (Testament, Death, etc.), Mark Zonder (ex-Fates Warning, Warlord) and Tim “Ripper” Owens (ex-Judas Priest), the band’s self-titled debut was met with fan and critical praise upon its release. As it approaches two years since the release of their debut, Spirits of Fire are now set to return with a new album, ” Embrace The Unknown ” that sees renowned Italian metal vocalist Fabio Lione taking over frontman duties for the band. Production this time comes courtesy of Aldo Lonobile, whose recent work on releases by Archon Angel featuring Zak Stevens, Sweet Oblivion featuring Geoff Tate, and his own band, Secret Sphere, makes him the perfect fit for the band.

Once again, the band worked on a set of songs that were primarily put together by Caffery, with Lione and Lonobile adding their own touches to Caffery’s stellar songs. The final result sees a killer musical output that continues in the vein of “classic Priest meets Savatage” sound that the band has pursued since their formation. With Caffery’s renowned guitar playing, the undeniable power of the rhythm section of Di Giorgio and Zonder, and the world class vocals of Lione, ” Embrace The Unknown ” sees Spirits Of Fire pushing their sonic stamp further and further. From the biting riffage of the charging opener “Embrace The Unknown”, the band is firing on all cylinders and prepared to appease the heavy metal gods.

SPIRITS OF FIRE are built to deliver classic in-your-face heavy metal and they have accomplished that goal on every level on ” Embrace The Unknown “. From Lione’s soaring vocals, to Caffery’s guitar pyrotechnics, to the propulsive and crushing rhythms of Di Giorgio and Zonder, the performances are stellar from beginning to end. There is no shortage of memorable, metal hymns to raise your fist and bang your head to on this all killer, no filler metal journey.

“Embrace The Unknown” Tracklist:

  1. A Second Chance
  2. Resurrection
  3. Wildest Dreams
  4. Into The Mirror
  5. Embrace The Unknown
  6. My Confession
  7. Sea Of Change
  8. Shapes Of A Fragile Mind
  9. Hearts In The Sand
  10. House Of Pain
  11. Remember My Name
  12. Out In The Rain

LINE-UP:
Fabio Lione – Vocals
Christopher Caffery – Guitars
Steve Di Giorgio – Bass
Mark Zonder – Drums

More information at https://www.facebook.com/SpiritsOfFireBand


Just recently Ibanez Guitars posted on their YouTube Channel a new video, performing TESTAMENT bassist STEVE DI GIORGIO!

Ibanez stated: “This is brutal! Ibanez artist Steve Di Giorgio tortures Iron Label BTB – check this out.”

ibanez #ironlabel #ibanezbtb

In case you missed, watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaWl-D8QuNM

More information at
https://www.ibanez.com/eu/products/detail/btb625ex_1p_01.html
https://www.ibanez.com/usa/artists/detail/1267.html


Please Note, STEVE DI GIORGIO is available for studio sessions as well as session bassist for tours. For further information, please contact tarja@splitscreenproduction.com.

The fretless guru, STEVE DI GIORGIO doesn’t need any longer introductions, as he is widely renowned as a pioneer on the fretless bass in heavy metal music, being the bassist of TESTAMENT, DEATH and SADUS, among others. Within his genre, STEVE DI GIORGIO is respected for his playing skills, versatility and incredible technique. He has more than 40 studio album recordings and over 20 years of touring the world.

Watch Steve Di Giorgio LowDown: Bass Playthrough | Terra Odium – Crawling: https://youtu.be/SJbamBHNjt8

More information at:
STEVE DI GIORGIO: http://www.stevedigiorgio.com | http://www.testamentlegions.com
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