The creators of cinematic metal, Luca Turilli’S RHAPSODY are finally back with their most outstanding record: “Prometheus, Symphonia Ignis Divinus”, which is set to be released on June 19th (EU), June 22nd (UK), June 30th (US) by Nuclear Blast Records.
Enjoy the first album trailer, that will give you an insight on this big epic:
“The love for the cinema and the movie soundtracks is something clear and evident in each song of the album. The epic, cinematic impact of the music is something flowing in my blood and carved in my genetics”, commented Luca Turilli, who creates every single note for each section of the orchestra by himself.
“Prometheus, Symphonia Ignis Divinus”, was recorded at the Backyard Studios of Sebastian Roeder (Bonfire) and mastered by Christoph Stickel (Michael Schenker’s TEMPLE OF ROCK) at MSM studios.
Seven months of composition, three months of production, over 50 days of mix, two choirs, several special guests, including Ralf Scheepers (PRIMAL FEAR), Dan Lucas (KARO) and David Readman (PINK CREAM 69). Including 70 minutes of epic music, sounding cinematic, bombastic and dramatic as never before, the new RHAPSODY masterwork will lead the listener to an emotional and memorable journey between quantum gates, parallel dimensions, myths and legends hiding cosmic truths, ancestral secrets and spiritual revelations.
And this time it was not enough for the band to simply sound CINEMATIC. It came the time for RHAPSODY to finally “look” CINEMATIC too. Therefore, the new cover artwork and the album booklet, introducing the new cinematic graphic style of the band, were realized by the well-known amazing artist named Stefan “Heile” Heilemann (EPICA, LINDEMANN ).
Tracklist Of “Prometheus, Symphonia Ignis Divinus”:
01. Nova Genesis (Ad Splendorem Angeli Triumphantis)
02. Il Cigno Nero
03. Rosenkreuz (The Rose And The Cross)
04. Anahata
05. Il Tempo Degli Dei
06. One Ring To Rule Them All
07. Notturno
08. Prometheus
09. King Solomon And The 72 Names Of God
10. Yggdrasil
11. Of Michael The Archangel And Lucifer’s Fall Part II: Codex Nemesis
I. Codex Nemesis Alpha Omega
II. Symphonia Ignis Divinus (The Quantum Gate Revealed)
The first single, entitled ‘Rosenkreuz (The Rose And The Cross)’ will be released on April 24th, 2015.
The digipak version of the album will include the cinematic version of ‘Thundersteel’, the famous song of RIOT, performed by the RHAPSODY singer Alessandro Conti in duet with Ralf Scheepers.
New Jersey’s highest-ranking admirals of thrash, OVERKILL, are proud to announce their worldwide deal with Nuclear Blast Records. Previously signed to the label in Europe only, a special box set comprised of the band’s entire back catalogue will be their first worldwide release on Nuclear Blast, due out this fall and coinciding with their co-headlining North American tour with fellow Jersey natives & progressive metal juggernauts SYMPHONY X.
“OVERKILL is now a part of the Nuclear Blast family for the entire world,” states band manager John Finberg. “I have worked with the U.S. office on various projects as of late and they have a true understanding of what to do and how to do it. This upcoming box set is the start of the next chapter in the band’s career.”
Nuclear Blast label manager Gerardo commented on the signing of OVERKILL:
“NB is proud to announce a world-wide deal with Overkill. We’ve worked with them outside North America for the past few years, but it was time to extend the deal and have them join the North American family as well. Nuclear Blast America welcomes the legends!”
The 24-date OVERKILL / SYMPHONY X co-headlining trek launches at The Palladium in Worcester, Massachusetts on September 18th, hits four Canadian cities, then wraps up with a very special night at Terminal 5 in New York City on October 17th : the first time in the bands’ combined histories that they’ll play a show together in their own backyard.
OVERKILL vocalist Bobby “Blitz” Ellsworth shares the following about the upcoming tour: “This should just kill! Pure Jersey, power, and class!”
Advanced tickets for the confirmed tour dates below are on sale at EnterTheVault.com. VIP packages include a Meet & Greet session with both bands & an exclusive poster.
09/18/2015 The Palladium – Worcester, MA *
09/19/2015 Upstate Concert Hall – Clifton Park, NY **
09/20/2015 Dome Theater – Niagara Falls, NY *
09/22/2015 Agora Ballroom – Cleveland, OH *
09/23/2015 The Intersection – Grand Rapids, MI **
09/24/2015 House of Blues – Chicago , IL *
09/25/2015 Rave – Milwaukee, WI *
09/26/2015 Mill City Nights – Minnesota, MN **
09/27/2015 Park Theatre – Winnipeg, MB – CANADA **
09/29/2015 Mac Ewan Hall Ballroom – Calgary, AB – CANADA **
09/30/2015 Union Hall – Edmonton, AB – CANADA **
10/01/2015 Knitting Factory – Spokane, WA **
10/02/2015 Vogue Theatre – Vancouver, B.C. – CANADA *
10/03/2015 Showbox at the Market – Seattle, WA **
10/05/2015 The Grand Ballroom at the Regency Center – San Francisco, CA **
10/06/2015 The Regent Theater – Los Angeles, CA **
10/07/2015 Marquee Theatre – Tempe, AZ *
10/09/2015 The Bomb Factory – Dallas, TX *
10/10/2015 210 Kapones – San Antonio, TX **
10/11/2015 Warehouse Live – Houston, TX *
10/13/2015 The Ritz – Tampa, FL *
10/14/2015 The Masquerade – Atlanta, GA **
10/15/2015 The Filmore – Charlotte, NC **
10/16/2015 The Filmore – Silver Spring, MD *
10/17/2015 Terminal 5 – New York City, NY *
Canadian powerhouse KATAKLYSM is set to release their twelfth studio album “Of Ghosts And Gods” this summer on Nuclear Blast.
The new artwork from KATAKLYSM‘s explosive new album was done by up-and-coming dark and macabre artist Art by Surtsey (www.facebook.com/ocvltadesigns).
The new KATAKLYSM album cover echoes a sinister artwork depicting the reality of humanity’s beautifully disturbing existence and its impending death through the Mortal and the Everlasting.
The background shows an ancient incantation written in Aramaic.
Below is the track listing for “Of Ghosts And Gods”:
01. Breaching The Asylum
02. The Black Sheep
03. Thy Serpents Tongue
04. Soul Destroyer
05. Vindication
06. Marching Through Graveyards
07. Shattered
08. Hate Spirit
09. Carrying Crosses
10. The World Is A Dying Insect
Guitarist J- F Dagenais has tracked drums, guitars and bass for the album, while vocals were recorded by producer Mark Lewis (WHITE CHAPEL, DEVILDRIVER, CANNIBAL CORPSE).
The entire process will be mixed and mastered in the UK by legendary producer Andy Sneap (MEGADETH, TESTAMENT, EXODUS, AMON AMARTH).
German power metal giants HELLOWEEN have revealed the tracklist for their forthcoming album “My God-Given Right”:
01. Heroes
02. Battle’s Won
03. My God-Given Right
04. Stay Crazy
05. Lost In America
06. Russian Roulé
07. The Swing Of A Fallen World
08. Like Everybody Else
09. Creatures In Heaven
10. If God Loves Rock ‘n’ Roll
11. Living On The Edge
12. Claws
13. You, Still Of War
The limited digipak (with special 3D lenticular cover) and the vinyl version will feature two bonus tracks:
14. I Wish I Were There
15. Wicked Game
The digital version contains three bonus tracks:
14. I Wish I Were There
15. Wicked Game
16. Free World
The limited Earbook will feature a bonus-CD with four bonus tracks:
01. I Wish I Were There
02. Wicked Game
03. Nightmare
04. More Than A Lifetime
On April 17th, we will release the first single out of “My God-Given Right”, which will be for the Speed Metal track ‘Battle’s Won’. Besides the digital download, there will be a limited edition 2-track vinyl single, also featuring the album-track ‘Lost In America’.
“My God-Given Right” was recorded between October 2014 and February 2015 at the bands very own MiSueno Studio in Tenerife, with our long term producer Charlie Bauerfeind (BLIND GUARDIAN, HAMMERFALL) handling production and recording duties.
The enchanting artwork was once again created by graphic guru Martin Häusler (BON JOVI, QUEEN, GOTTHARD) and will also be available as a 3D Lenticular print.
Founded in the Finnish capital some 25 years ago, THE 69 EYES spawned a total of ten full-length records and an additional selection of live, best-of and re-mastered albums. Looking back on such a vast legacy, THE 69 EYES have always managed to stay alive as a band and kept reinventing their distinct blend of Goth’n’Roll. Entering 2015, THE 69 EYES just announced the release of “The Best Of Helsinki Vampires”, a full best-of collection, spanning a quarter of a century of band history.
“The Best Of Helsinki Vampires” features 28 tracks and will be out on April 10th, 2015 via Nuclear Blast.
The track listing of “The Best Of Helsinki Vampires” will be as follows:
CD1
01. Lost Boys
02. Perfect Skin
03. Brandon Lee
04. Lost Without Love
05. Feel Berlin
06. The Chair
07. Dead Girls Are Easy
08. Radical
09. Tonight
10. Dance D’Amour
11. Borderline
12. Rocker
13. Dead N’ Gone
14. Rosary Blue (feat. KAT VON D)
CD2
01. Never Say Die
02. Gothic Girl
03. Betty Blue
04. Sister Of Charity
05. Love Runs Away
06. We Own The Night
07. Red
08. Devils
09. Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams
10. Wasting The Dawn
11. Kiss Me Undead
12. Crashing High
13. Stolen Season
14. Ghost
Additionally THE 69 EYES will re-release ‘Devils’ (2004), ‘Angels’ (2007) as well as ‘Paris Kills’ (2002) as a special edition. Each re-release will include the original album track listing plus three bonus tracks and will also be out on April 10, 2015 via Nuclear Blast.
The ‘Paris Kills’ special edition will feature ‘You’re Lost Little Girl’, ‘Crashing High’ (Remix) as well as ‘Stigmata’ (Gothic Remix) in addition to the regular album tracks.
The ‘Angels’ re-release will be expanded through ‘Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams’ (2007), ‘Only Fools Don’t Fall Once More’ and ‘Never Say Die’ (single mix).
The re-issue of ‘Devils’ includes ‘From Dusk Till Dawn’, ‘Pitchblack’ and ‘Feel Berlin’ (single edit) as bonus material.
You can pre-order “The Best Of Helsinki Vampires” and the special editions of ‘Devils’, ‘Angels’ and ‘Paris Kills’ at the following destination: http://smarturl.it/THE-69-EYES-Release
New York hardcore pioneers AGNOSTIC FRONT have released the third webisode for the band’s forthcoming album, “The American Dream Died”:
Watch the episode “Sunday Matinee Sessions” below:
Also don’t miss the music video for the brand new song ‘Police Violence’ http://smarturl.it/PoliceViolence as well as its official making of . Check it out:
“The American Dream Died” Webisodes:
Episode 1 “Hardcore Roots”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEq2Tdteh8Y
Episode 2 “Stigma being Stigma”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87JP9ft9Vos
“The American Dream Died” was produced by MADBALL singer Freddy Cricien and engineered, mixed and mastered by Paul Miner (H2O, TERROR) and will be released April 4, 2015 via Nuclear Blast Records.
The record will feature guest vocal appearances by Cricien, Toby Morse (H2O), Lou Koller (SICK OF IT ALL) and legendary AGNOSTIC FRONT/MADBALL guitarist Matt Henderson solely laying his guitar magic on the song ‘A Wise Man’.
“The American Dream Died” will be available as digital download, on vinyl as well as on CD. A limited bundle with an exclusive T-Shirt will be available, too – surf to http://smarturl.it/AmericanDream-NB to secure your copy!
Furthermore the band has announced to include a special bonus in the vinyl edition of the album. Every copy will also contain a download code for the album “Time’s Up You’re Dead” by THE ALLIGATORS, a rowdy punk project featuring AGNOSTIC FRONT singer Roger Miret and members of legendary Anaheim, CA hardcore band INSTED.
AGNOSTIC FRONT have recently released a full track by track commentary for every song on the band’s upcoming album, “The American Dream Died”. Find the piece written by the band’s iconic frontman, Roger Miret, below.
The American Dream Died: It’s a harsh look at what’s going on today in our society. The intro that precedes this song says it all! It’s a reaction to everything happening around us right now. The higher ups are out of control!
Police Violence: This is our reaction to what’s going on in our country regarding the unprovoked brutality of our citizens by those who we pay to “protect and serve” us. If they are going to act like criminals, then they should be prosecuted as one! They have some kind of elite fraternity-like understanding that they protect each other with. Don’t abuse your badge!
Only In America: It’s sad to learn that the people who serve in our military and risk their lives fighting in wars come home to the government not giving a shit about them, especially if those veterans were wounded mentally or physically. They gotta go through a lot of bullshit just to try and get a little help and support. You’ve gotta be blind if you don’t see that, only in America. This is why I strongly believe the US Government should stop policing the world, and start caring for the issues right here in the USA!
Test Of Time: Learning from the past is important, to help you move forward and not make the mistakes we did in our youth. Longevity is the key to success. We won’t get left behind.
We Walk The Line: It’s a statement of who we are and how we live in relation to the hardcore community.
Never Walk Alone: We always spoke about unity and how sticking together will help us grow as scene. Hardcore is worldwide now. This is our scene, our passion and it was great to present this song with honorable NYHC veteran’s Freddy Cricien (MADBALL), Toby Morse (H2O) and Lou Koller (SICK OF IT ALL) joining on the anthemy chorus!!! Punk rock/Hardcore is a movement it’s not an image!
Enough Is Enough: Protest song! I once read an inspiring quote that went like this “I hold it, that a little rebellion, now and then, is a good thing, and as necessary in the political world as storms in the physical” – Thomas Jefferson.
I Can’t Relate: Dealing with different people you don’t like in different situations. Could be applied to a boss, ex girlfriend, someone who lives a completely opposite lifestyle, etc.
Old New York: New York City has lost its edge. It’s been stripped of its culture and over run by money. Making it hard for musicians and artist to live there. Now we’re surrounded by transplants and rich hipsters. Let’s face it, it’s not the NYC I once adored. That one is so well documented in one of my favorite movies Taxi Driver! Hence the intro, I Miss The Old New York.
Social Justice: Nothing is more disgusting than hearing about a grown man rapping a child. This song talks about a man who got caught in the act and was served street justice stabbed with knives from his head to his toes. Justice served!
Reasonable Doubt: Our whole lives we’ve been criminalized for one reason or another. But it’s actually the media, the corporations and the government who are the scumbags. Power to the people standing up against them. Wake the fuck up people!
No War Fuck You: Self explanatory, stop creating wars so you can justify your unlimited defense budget and make all your friends rich. Innocent people are dying for your stupid games.
Attack!: On some occasions people tend to disrespect and take our kindness for weakness. We have always been known for never taken shit from anyone. Cross the line and we will attack!
A Wise Man: Growing up in NYC living in and out of Vinnie’s apartment. Our old friend John always looked out for us like a father figure. He tried to guide us in the right direction and give us good advice. He was a wise man, a friend forever.
Just Like Yesterday: This song takes us on the journey through our history as a band, from touring all over the world and making friends that still remain loyal today. One of my favorite lines is “From NYC to the Berlin beat.” It shows our love for those two great cities and our great world accomplishments as a hardcore community.
“The American Dream Died”will contain the following tracks:
01. Intro
02. The American Died
03. Police Violence
04. Only In America
05. Test Of Time
06. We Walk The Line
07. Never Walk Alone feat. Freddy Cricien, Toby Morse & Lou Koller
08. Enough Is Enough
09. I Can’t Relate
10. Old New York
11. Social Justice
12. Reasonable Doubt
13. No War Fuck You
14. Attack!
15. A Wise Man feat. Matt Henderson on guitar
16. Just Like Yesterday
AGNOSTIC FRONT live
01.05. Weinheim – Cafe Central (Germany)
02.05. Meerhout – Groezrock Festival (Belgium)
03.05. Bremen – Tower (Germany)
04.05. Rostock – Mau Club (Germany)
05.05. Gdynia – Alibi (Poland)
06.05. Krakow – Kwadrat (Poland)
07.05.Wroclaw – Ucho (Poland)
08.05. Vechta – Gulfhaus (Germany)
10.05. Freiburg – Atlantik (Germany)
11.05. Milano – Lo Fi Club (Italy)
12.05. Ciampino (RM) – Orion Live Club (Italy)
13.05. Bologna – Locomotiv Club (Italy)
14.05. Aarau – Kiff (Switzerland)
17.05. Paris – La Flèche d‘Or (France)
18.05. Saarbrücken – Garage (Germany)
19.05. Berlin – SO36 (Germany)
20.05. Osnabrück – Bastard Club (Germany)
21.05. Arnhem – Willemeen (Netherlands)
22.05. Oberhausen – Ruhrpott Rodeo (Germany)
27.06. Montabaur – Mair 1 Festival (Germany)
28.06. Spalenem Porici – Basinfire Fest (Czech Republic)
29.06. Brno – Melodka (Czech Republic)
30.06. Banska Bystrica – RC Tirish (Czech Republic)
04.07. Roitzschjora – With Full Force (Germany)
11.07 Prölsdorf – Krach am Bach Festival (Germany)
18.07. Dour – Dour Festival (Belgium)
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