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TANK Announce New Vocalist

Posted by tarjavirmakari on June 30, 2017
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British Legends TANK have successfully recruited current Pink Cream 69 vocalist David Readman into their ranks to replace the recently departed ZP Theart who is now a full time member of US rockers Skid Row.

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Cliff Evans: “We’re really pleased for ZP and hope that everything works out for him. He’s always been a massive fan of Skid Row so it must be so cool for him to be able to front those guys on stage and sing the songs he’s grown up with. We’ll miss touring and recording with ZP but we wish him all the very best for the future”.

Mick Tucker: “We recorded one of our best albums with ZP (‘Valley of Tears’) and shared the stage for many great shows around the world during the three years that we worked together. He will be missed but as usual we thrive on a challenge and are constantly looking to up our game and push the boundaries that little bit further. We’ve always been an admirer of Readman’s particular vocal style and range but never thought the opportunity would arise where it would be possible for us to work together”.

David Readman: “It feels great to make music with a British band with a vast musical history. It’s been over 20 years since I played in a British band, this is a sort of home coming for me. Mick also lives in the Netherlands, so many connections, I couldn’t miss this one.”

In recent years TANK have been fronted by some of the best rock vocalists around including former Rainbow frontman Doogie White, who recorded the “War Machine” and “War Nation” albums plus former Dragonforce and current Skid Row vocalist ZP Theart who’s featured on the best-selling album, “Valley of Tears”. With the addition of David Readman means that TANK can once again move forward into unchartered territory and take their trademark style of British rock to a whole new level.

Readman’s first live appearances with TANK will be in Hamburg (Pussy Galore) on July, 7th and the Rockharz Festival in Ballenstadt, Germany on July, 8th.

Here’s a little taster of what’s to come from the new David Readman fronted TANK:

TANK – lineup:
David Readman (vocals)
Mick Tucker (guitars)
Cliff Evans (guitars)
Randy Van Der Elsen (bass)
Bobby Schottkowski (drums)
TANK – official website: https://tankofficial.com

TANK: Announce ZP THEART To Join For 2013 Shows

Posted by aliblackdiamond on April 2, 2013
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British metallers TANK have announced via their official website and facebook page, that former DRAGONFORCE frontman ZP Theart will be joining the band on stage for the rest of the year, while Doogie White is on tour and recording with Michael Schenker. Here is what the various band members had to say:

“We are very pleased to announce that while Doogie White is out on tour and recording in the studio with Michael Schenker’s ‘Temple of Rock’ , we will have the pleasure of being joined on stage for all our 2013 shows by our good friend and former Dragonforce frontman ‘ZP Theart’. ”

MICK TUCKER –
“We thrive on bringing fresh blood into the band. It gives us a good kick in the ass and breathes new life into our songs. We’ve worked very hard over the past few years and have been rewarded with the success of our ‘War Machine’ and ‘War Nation’ albums and the release of our first official DVD ‘War Machine Live’.
Bringing in a world class vocalist like ‘ZP’ is a great privilege for us and a real treat for metal fans.”

CLIFF EVANS –
“Mick and me have been playing together for a long time. We know what we want when it comes to making good music. We’re very proud of the albums we made with Doogie’s and the response we received from the fans and press has proved that we are a band that can deliver the goods when it comes to it.
We’ve been rehearsing with ZP this week and we can’t wait to get on stage and do what we do best. Play British rock/metal the way it should be played.”

ZP THEART –
“Good music is good music end of story, and being asked to fill Doogie’s boots for these TANK shows is an honour I’m very much looking forward to. While I AM I is still my priority, we’ve managed to fit these shows in with both our schedules so we can go out there and kick some ass, and if rehearsals are anything to go by, then we’ve got something very special coming your way!”

April 14th – PPM Festival Belgium
May 19th – Rockhard Festival Germany
May 31st – Shepherds Bush Empire London UK
June 23rd – R-MINE Festival Belgium

ZP will be on tour with his own band ‘I AM I’ supporting SKID ROW on their UK tour from April 4th – April 13th and will also be appearing at this years Download festival on June 15th.

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I AM I Announces New Drummer

Posted by aliblackdiamond on July 19, 2012
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I AM I, the new band led by former DRAGONFORCE singer ZP Theart has announced the addition of drummer Phil Martini (DOWN ‘N’ OUTZ, TOKYO DRAGONS, THE QUIREBOYS) to the group’s ranks.

With things really starting to build momentum after the release of their debut album, “Event Horizon”, the members of I AM I found themselves in need of a professional, talented drummer with the same desire, humour and passion for their music as they had, and it didn’t take long before they found themselves the ideal man.

Following a chance meeting at a CLAYTOWN TROUPE gig, ZP and Phil found they got along famously and once Phil had heard the album, he was in!

Commented ZP Theart: “We hadn’t even started to look for a drummer yet but the first time I saw Phil playing, I knew he was the man for us. He’s a great guy, really easy to work with and fitted straight into the band at first practice, and we’re stoked he’s now part of the I AM I team.”

As previously reported, I AM I recently signed a worldwide publishing deal through Sony/ATV Music. Their deal, via Albam Songs, means they join a roster that includes Bob Dylan, THE BEATLES, Robert Plant, PEARL JAM, BON JOVI and Lady Gaga.

“I AM I are an incredibly exciting band. It’s great to be involved from the very beginning,” says Alan Bambrough of Sony/ATV Music Publishing Limited. “‘Event Horizon’ is a brilliant album and there’s no limit to what these guys can achieve.”

I AM I‘s next live appearance will take place on August 11 at this year’s Bloodstock Open Air festival at Catton Hall in Walton On Trent, Derbyshire, England.

I AM I made its live debut on May 27 at Birmingham, England’s O2 Academy 2.

I AM I released its debut album, “Event Horizon”, independently on May 26. Written and produced by Theart and Jacob Ziemba and mixed and mastered by Roland Grapow (HELLOWEEN, MASTERPLAN), the CD is described in a press release as “an absolutely blistering slice of heavy rock liberally infused with Theart‘s passion, energy and soaring vocals.”

“Event Horizon” was, according to I AM I, the first-ever heavy metal album to be released solely on USB. The stick is packaged in a CD case and includes full artwork and all the usual content you would expect on a disc and more. The effort is available to order from the official I AM I web site.

“Event Horizon” track listing:

01. This is My Life
02. Silent Genocide
03. Stay A While
04. Cross The Line
05. In The Air Tonight
06. King In Ruins
07. Kiss Of Judas
08. Dust 2 Dust
09. Wasted Wonders
10. Pave The Way

The “Silent Genocide” video can be seen below.

DRAGONFORCE parted ways with Theart in March 2010 “due to insurmountable differences of musical opinion,” according to a statement released by the British extreme epic power metal band.

After entries from thousands of hopefuls across the globe, DRAGONFORCE in March 2011 welcomed then-23-year-old Marc Hudson to the group.

“Silent Genocide” video:

 

Source: Blabbermouth.net

I AM I Covers QUEEN’s ‘The Show Must Go On’ At Live Debut; Video Available

Posted by aliblackdiamond on June 7, 2012
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I AM I, the new band led by former DRAGONFORCE singer ZP Theart, made its live debut on Sunday, May 27 at Birmingham, England’s O2 Academy 2.

Fan-filmed video footage of I AM I performing a cover version of the QUEEN classic “The Show Must Go On” at the Birmingham concert can be seen below.

The group’s lineup is completed by Paul Clark Jr. on drums, Jacob Ziemba on guitar and Neil Salmon on bass.

I AM I released its debut album, “Event Horizon”, independently on May 26. Written and produced by Theart and Jacob Ziemba and mixed and mastered by Roland Grapow (HELLOWEEN, MASTERPLAN), the CD is described in a press release as “an absolutely blistering slice of heavy rock liberally infused with Theart‘s passion, energy and soaring vocals.”

“Event Horizon” was, according to I AM I, the first-ever heavy metal album to be released solely on USB. The stick is packaged in a CD case and includes full artwork and all the usual content you would expect on a disc and more. The effort is available to order from the official I AM I web site.

“Event Horizon” track listing:

01. This is My Life
02. Silent Genocide
03. Stay A While
04. Cross The Line
05. In The Air Tonight
06. King In Ruins
07. Kiss Of Judas
08. Dust 2 Dust
09. Wasted Wonders
10. Pave The Way

The “Silent Genocide” video can be seen below.

DRAGONFORCE parted ways with Theart in March 2010 “due to insurmountable differences of musical opinion,” according to a statement released by the British extreme epic power metal band.

After entries from thousands of hopefuls across the globe, DRAGONFORCE in March 2011 welcomed then-23-year-old Marc Hudson to the group.

 

 

 

 

“Silent Genocide” video:

 

 

 

Source: Blabbermouth.net

ZP THEART’s new band I AM I release first track from forthcoming debut album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 16, 2012
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MetalTalk.net has issued the following:

ZP Theart and his new band, I AM I, have released the first track from their forthcoming debut album ‘Event Horizon’.

The track is called ‘This Is My Life’ and is available to listen to in full right now on the band’s official website by clicking here.

The band will be fully unveiled on Sunday May 27th at Birmingham’s O2 Academy 2 when I AM I make their live debut. The line-up is Paul Clark Jr who was Manowar’s deputy drummer for their 2011 European tour, Jacob Ziemba on guitar and Neil Salmon on bass.

The debut promo video for the song ‘Silent Genocide’ will be released in late April.

‘Event Horizon’ and will be the first ever Heavy Metal album to be released solely on USB. As the major record labels are almost certainly going to cease production of compact discs by the end of 2012, I AM I are one step ahead of the game by releasing this groundbreaking album in a groundbreaking format.

The USB stick will be packaged in a CD case and will include full artwork – which is stunning – and all the usual content you would expect on a disc and more. The album will be available to pre-order very soon from the Official I AM I website by clicking here.

Tickets for the 27th May debut show at Birmingham’s O2 are limited to 600 and are also available from the Official I AM I site by clicking here.

600 special commemorative t-shirts will be produced for the gig and are an exclusive free gift for fans who buy tickets. The shirts will be numbered and will correspond with the ticket number and are sure to become collector’s items.

The album artwork and tracklisting and further I AM I details will be revealed soon.

 

WORLD EXCLUSIVE: ZP THEART returns with new band I AM I: Debut album and first gig in May

Posted by tarjavirmakari on April 6, 2012
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METALTALK.NET has issued the following:

Good Friday 2012 and it’s a monumental day for Heavy Metal as we are very proud to announce the return of former Dragonforce singer ZP Theart and his new band, I AM I.

The band will be fully unveiled on Sunday May 27th at Birmingham’s O2 Academy 2 when I AM I make their live debut. The line-up is Paul Clark Jr who was Manowar’s deputy drummer for their 2011 European tour, Jacob Ziemba on guitar and Neil Salmon on bass.

I AM I have been rehearsing for several months now and are sounding unbelievably good and you can get your first taster of their music very soon as the debut promo video for the song ‘Silent Genocide’ will be released in late April.

I AM I’s debut album will be titled ‘Event Horizon’ and will be the first ever Heavy Metal album to be released solely on USB. As the major record labels are almost certainly going to cease production of compact discs by the end of 2012, I AM I are one step ahead of the game by releasing this groundbreaking album in a groundbreaking format.

The USB stick will be packaged in a CD case and will include full artwork – which is stunning – and all the usual content you would expect on a disc and more. The album will be available to pre-order next week from the Official I AM I website by clicking here.

Tickets for the 27th May debut show at Birmingham’s O2 are limited to 600 and will also be available from the Official I AM I site next week. 600 special commemorative t-shirts will be produced for the gig and are an exclusive free gift for fans who buy tickets. The shirts will be numbered and will correspond with the ticket number and are sure to become collector’s items.

ZP commented on the new album: “It’s an album of message. It’s about past meeting future and everything in between. It’s about warnings for the current generation not to go down the same road in the future as we are doing now as that will surely secure our demise. To see and not to perceive, to hear and not to listen, is the downfall of all…

“It’s a new age of enlightenment and there’s a lot of messages in the songs that will hopefully kickstart a few people who are slow on the uptake.

“My whole career has been leading up to this point and I’ve never been more proud of anything in my life and this album will definitely live up to it’s name.”

Drummer Paul Clark Jr commented: “‘Event Horizon’ totally encapsulates my style of playing. Every song is different and that made me me push myself that much further in the studio.

“This is a great album with something for everyone.”

Guitarist Jacob Ziemba added: “It’s refreshing to know we’re in a team where everyone holds the same cards. Let the music speak for itself.”

And bassist Neil Salmon commented: “This is an album to suit many tastes. I’m sure variation will be one of it’s ultimate strengths.”

‘Event Horizon’ is released exclusively on USB stick on May 26th 2012 and will be available via the official I AM I website by clicking here.

Tickets for I AM I’s debut gig at Birmingham’s O2 Academy 2 will be available from the same location next week.

The album artwork and tracklisting and further I AM I details will be revealed soon.