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THE AGONIST Signs Worldwide Deal With Napalm Records

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 5, 2016
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Montreal Canada’s THE AGONIST are pleased to announce they have signed a worldwide deal with Napalm Records.

Guitarist Danny Marino on signing with Napalm Records:

“We are thrilled to start the next chapter of THE AGONIST with Napalm Records! Since recording Eye of Providence we have been exploding with creativity and are set to record our best record to date. We’ve been working non-stop on the material on and off the road and now after four albums we have really found ourselves. Vicky and I seem to operate on a hive mind where we know exactly what the other is going for in the writing before it happens. It can actually be freaky sometimes.  We are also very excited to be recording this album with Mike Plotnikoff. His experience and input will really help take our sound to a new level.”

Napalm Records A&R Demetri Benoist said about the signing of THE AGONIST: “We are very excited to be working with THE AGONIST, this is a new chapter.  THE AGONIST are poised to take it to the next level.  Getting them in the studio to work with Mike Plotnikoff was a no brainer.  Mike is going to push the envelope and help bring out their best.  Napalm Records is committed to making the new album their most successful.”

The band is currently in  the studio with producer Mike Plotnikoff to record their new album shortly.  Plotnikoff produced, engineered, and mixed Buckcherry’s very successful “15” record, Otep, Like A Storm, Escape the Fate, Halestorm, Drowning Pool, Theory of a Deadman, 3 Doors Down, Black Stone Cherry, Fear Factory, Flyleaf, Skillet. P.O.D. and Like A Storm.

For More Info Visit:
http://theagonistband.com
https://www.facebook.com/TheAgonistOfficial
https://www.instagram.com/theagonistofficial

THE AGONIST: New Video “Follow The Crossed Line” Released

Posted by tarjavirmakari on September 25, 2015
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THE AGONIST has premiered the official music video for “Follow the Crossed Line”, can be seen below, taken from their latest album “Eye of Providence”, on Century Media Records. The video, which was directed by bassist Chris Kells, features live, pro-shot footage of THE AGONIST‘s recent Heavy MTL performance.

“Eye of Providence” is available at http://www.cmdistro.de/Search?q=the+agonist

THE AGONIST is currently on the road supporting ELUVEITIE as part of the Revolver Magazine North American Tour.

THE AGONIST is:
Vicky Psarakis – Vocals
Danny Marino – Guitar
Chris Kells – Bass
Simon McKay- Drums
Pascal “Paco” Jobin – Guitar

THE AGONIST online:
http://www.facebook.com/TheAgonistOfficial
http://www.twitter.com/theagonist

 

Nordic Rock Queen MARTINA EDOFF Confirmed For EPICA Tour, Announces Solo Debut Album “Unity”

Posted by tarjavirmakari on August 7, 2015
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Having previously worked with a variety of artists (Dr. Alban, E-Type, the Poodles, etc.), singer MARTINA EDOFF is ready to return to where her original musical love – classic hard rock – with the release of her solo debut, ‘Unity’ on October 16th via Into Records (distributed by Cargo Records), and will embark on a US tour from September 18th through October 3rd on a bill that will feature headliners EPICA, as well as ELUVEITIE and THE AGONIST.

View the tour and album trailer below:

‘Unity’ was recorded at the legendary Bohus Sound Studios in Sweden, whose long list of clients since the start 35 years ago includes both ABBA and Status Quo (who recorded their hit album and best-selling single ”Rockin’ All Over The World” in the same studio). Martina’s producer and sound engineer, Tobias Lindell, has previously recorded, mixed, and produced bands such as Europe, Mustasch, and Hardcore Superstar at Bohus Sound.

Martina describes the material on ‘Unity’ as “uptempo rock,” but several ballads help even things out. Standout tracks (and their creative inspiration) include:

Unity
“It´s a wake up call for those who only seek satisfaction in the material world. The true wealthiness begins from the inside of ourselves.”

Never Let You Down
“A proposal to someone who has been through bad relationship experiences.”

World Has Gone Mad music video can be viewed here:

“Today in the western world we spend more time in front of a screen than we spend time in nature or with loved ones. Life passes by quickly without really noticing it. If we don’t open our eyes to the real world we might miss what really happens.”

Spirit of Light
“To all the young ones out there who has their lives in front of them. How valuable they are and to tell them how fantastic they are.”

I am Mining
“Ones that seek shall find. Its about to find whatever you are searching for and never give up even if it seems impossible.”

Love Keeps Turning Away
“The game of love. Even if you fail you got to try it again.”

Moment of Truth
“It´s about being in a relationship where the truth came out about lies and betrayals.”

This Love is Crazy
“Someone is playing with your emotions and you realize you gotta get out of it.”

Argentina-based fans will get an opportunity to catch a performance by not only Martina, but also by Tarja Turunen as special guest support, at their show in Argentina on the November 14th, at Estadio Malvinas Argentinas: http://www.facebook.com/events/571897269616254

Prepare to discover the supreme metallic talents of Martina on ‘Unity’ and the impending live dates!

Tour Dates with Epica, Eluveitie and The Agonist:
Fri Sep 18, O’Brians Event Centre, Saskatoon, SK
Sat Sep 19, Union Hall, Edmonton, AB
Sun Sep 20, MacEwan Ballroom, Calgary, AB
Tue Sep 22, Vogue Theatre, Vancouver, BC
Wed Sep 23, Neumos, Seattle, WA
Fri Sep 25, Regency Ballroom, San Francisco, CA
Sat Sep 26, Fonda Theatre, Los Angeles, CA,
Mon Sep 28, Gothic Theatre, Denver, CO
Tue Sep 29, Sokol Auditorium, Omaha, NE
Thurs Oct 01, Mercury Ballroom, Louisville, KY
Fri Oct 02, Agora Ballroom, Cleveland, OH
Sat Oct 03, Irving Plaza, New York, NY

‘Unity’ Tracklisting
1.  Unity
2.  Never Let You Down
3.  World Has Gone Mad
4.  Spirit Of Light
5.  Come Alive
6.  I Am Mining
7.  Love Keeps Turning Away
8.  Moment Of Truth
9.  Sound Of Thunder
10. This Love Is Crazy
11. Caught In The Middle

More information at
http://www.martinaedoff.com
http://www.facebook.com/martinaedoffmusic
http://www.intorecords.com
http://www.facebook.com/intorecords

EPICA/ELUVEITIE Official Tour Promo Video Released

Posted by tarjavirmakari on July 30, 2015
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This fall, Dutch symphonic metal titans EPICA and Swiss folk metallers ELUVEITIE will join forces to co-headline across North America, issues Nuclear Blast. This trek, sponsored by Revolver Magazine, also has Canada’s THE AGONIST supporting on all dates. Please see below for all tourdates and VIP ticketing information. Martina Edoff will also join the package as the opening band from Sept 18th to Oct 3rd.

The members of EPICA and ELUVEITIE also check in with a special message for North American fans via the tour video promo that can be viewed now at the link below. Get your tickets now, as these shows will sell out.

Official Tour Video Promo:

This will mark EPICA’s long-awaited return to North America after the band’s tour with Machine Head late 2013 got cancelled. It will also be the group’s first North American run in support of their highly acclaimed latest album, The Quantum Enigma, which hit the charts all over Europe and beyond. This tour also marks ELUVEITIE’s second tour in support of their chart-topping album, Origins.

EPICA and ELUVEITIE will both be offering VIP ticketing including meet & greets, exclusive merchandise, a Revolver Magazine subscription and the EPICA VIP bundle also includes a live 7-inch

Ticketing and VIP links: http://www.epica.nl and http://www.eluveitie.ch

EPICA – “Victims of Contingency”

ELUVEITIE – “The Call of The Mountains”

THE AGONIST – “Gates of Horn and Ivory”

EPICA, ELUVEITIE and THE AGONIST
Tue Sep 08 + Soundstage + Baltimore, MD http://jamp.to/3771fe
Wed Sep 09 + Paradise Rock Club + Boston, MA http://jamp.to/5cf6b7
Fri Sep 11 + Corona Theatre + Montreal, QC http://jamp.to/98cd35
Sat Sep 12 + Imperial Theatre + Quebec City, QC http://jamp.to/3d9bfc
Sun Sep 13 + Phoenix Concert Theatre + Toronto, ON http://jamp.to/dafb90
Tue Sep 15 + House Of Blues + Chicago, IL http://jamp.to/01c54c
Wed Sep 16 + Mill City Nights + Minneapolis, MN http://jamp.to/c4d485
Fri Sep 18 + O’Brians Event Centre + Saskatoon, SK http://jamp.to/bbe83a
Sat Sep 19 + Union Hall + Edmonton, AB http://jamp.to/f90a90
Sun Sep 20 + MacEwan Ballroom + Calgary, AB http://jamp.to/cf4331
Tue Sep 22 + Vogue Theatre + Vancouver, BC http://jamp.to/207fb3
Wed Sep 23 + Neumos + Seattle, WA http://jamp.to/9fa01e
Fri Sep 25 + Regency Ballroom + San Francisco, CA http://jamp.to/7d5a30
Sat Sep 26 + Fonda Theatre + Los Angeles, CA http://jamp.to/9bed4e
Mon Sep 28 + Gothic Theatre + Denver, CO http://jamp.to/ad89c4
Tue Sep 29 + Sokol Auditorium + Omaha, NE http://jamp.to/90e8c2
Thurs Oct 01 + Mercury Ballroom + Louisville, KY http://jamp.to/06252f
Fri Oct 02 + Agora Ballroom + Cleveland, OH http://jamp.to/cc3172
Sat Oct 03 + Irving Plaza + New York, NY http://jamp.to/a5d7e9

Visit EPICA online at http://www.EPICA.nl

Like – http://www.facebook.com/EPICA
Follow – Twitter.com/EPICA
Watch – http://www.YouTube.com/EPICA

Visit ELUVEITIE online at http://www.ELUVEITIE.ch.

Like: http://www.facebook.com/ELUVEITIE
Follow: twitter.com/ELUVEITIE
Watch: http://www.youtube.com/ELUVEITIEOFFICIAL

THE AGONIST Premieres “A Necessary Evil” Play Through Video

Posted by tarjavirmakari on July 9, 2015
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Premiering on GuitarWorld.com, guitarists Danny Marino and Paco Jobin of THE AGONIST take listeners through “A Necessary Evil” in the first of a three part play through video series of fan requested singles from their latest album, Eye Of Providence, on Century Media Records.

Watch the play through video for “A Necessary Evil” exclusively at: http://www.guitarworld.com/agonist-necessary-evil-guitar-playthrough-video-exclusive/24895

We’re stoked to have our guitar playthrough video premiered on Guitar World! We’ve been getting a lot of requests from fans for guitar playthrough videos from our new album Eye of Providence. So after listening to the fans, we picked a few songs and got our resident bassist/video director Chris Kells to shoot a couple songs. This first video is for one of my favorite songs on the album, A Necessary Evil. It has a nice blend of staccato riffing, interesting chord extensions and of course, a ripping solo by my man Paco Jobin! states Guitarist Danny Marino)”

On the live front, THE AGONIST will join EPICA and ELUVEITIE on the Revolver North American tour beginning September 8th. THE AGONIST will also perform at the infamous Heavy MTL Festival in Montreal in August. Full tour schedule below. Get Eye Of Providence now on iTunes.

THE AGONIST tour dates:
“Revolver Magazine presents EPICA and ELUVEITIE with special guests THE AGONIST, North American Tour”
08/08/2015 – Heavy MTL Festival: Montreal, QC
09/08/2015 – Soundstage: Baltimore, MD
09/09/2015 – Paradise Rock Club: Boston, MA
09/11/2015 – Corona Theatre: Montreal, QC
09/12/2015 – Imperial Theatre: Quebec City, QC
09/13/2015 – Phoenix Concert Theatre: Toronto, ON
09/15/2015 – House Of Blues: Chicago, IL
09/16/2015 – Mill City Nights: Minneapolis, MN
09/18/2015 – O’Brians Event Centre: Saskatoon, SK
09/19/2015 – Union Hall: Edmonton, AB
09/20/2015 – MacEwan Ballroom: Calgary, AB
09/22/2015 – Vogue Theatre: Vancouver, BC
09/23/2015 – Neumos: Seattle, WA
09/25/2015 – The Regency Ballroom: San Francisco, CA
09/26/2015 – Fonda Theatre: Los Angeles, CA
09/28/2015 – Gothic Theatre: Denver, CO
09/29/2015 – Sokol Auditorium: Omaha, NE
10/01/2015 – Mercury Ballroom: Louisville, KY
10/02/2015 – Agora Ballroom: Cleveland, OH
10/03/2015 – Irving Plaza: New York, NY

Revolver Magazine’s “Women In Rock” Tour To Feature EPICA, ELUVEITIE and THE AGONIST

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 30, 2015
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Montreal-based five-piece metal outfit THE AGONIST recently released their fifth studio album THE EYE OF PROVIDENCE via Century Media.  This fall they will embark on Revolver Magazine‘s North American “Women In Rock” tour.  Dutch symphonic metal titans EPICA and Swiss folk metallers ELUVEITIE will co-headline the tour and THE AGONIST will support all dates. (See dates below)
The band recently released a new video for “Danse Macabre” from the album.  You can check it out on the Century Media YouTube channel here:
THE EYE OF PROVIDENCE, or God’s all-seeing eye, is a piece of religious iconography with origins stemming back to ancient Egypt. But THE AGONIST aren’t going all History Channel on their new album. The lyrical center isn’t about pyramids, the Freemasons, or its appearance on the United States one-dollar bill. As on previous albums, The Agonist are commenting heavily on advances in monitoring technology, particularly as it relates to governments intruding on the private lives of its citizens.

“We are embracing a number of new topics,” admits guitarist Danny Marino with a cryptic smile. “The Agonist still wants to be a voice for change. However, there are many socio-political and personal topics that we haven’t yet covered. We get into some of those on this record.”

You can also check out their video for “A Gentle Disease” on Century Media’s YouTube channel:
Here are the Revolver Magazine’s “Women In Rock” tour dates:

8-Sep – Baltimore @ Baltimore Soundstage
9-Sep – Boston @ Paradise Rock Club
11-Sep – Montreal @ Corona Theatre
12-Sep – Quebec @ Theatre Imperial
13-Sep – Toronto @ Phoenix Concert Theatre
15-Sep – Chicago @ House of Blues
16-Sep – Minneapolis @ Mill City Nights
18-Sep – Saskatoon @ O’Brians Event Centre
19-Sep – Edmonton @ Union Hall
20-Sep – Calgary @ MacEwan Ballroom
22-Sep – Vancouver @ Vogue Theatre
23-Sep – Seattle @ Neumos
25-Sep – San Francisco @ The Regency Ballroom
26-Sep – Los Angeles @ The Fonda Theatre
28-Sep – Englewood @ Gothic Theatre
29-Sep – Omaha @ Sokol Auditorium / Underground
1-Oct – Louisville @ Mercury Ballroom
2-Oct – Cleveland @ Agora Ballroom
3-Oct – New York @ Irving Plaza