ROB ZOMBIE To Record NEW Album; Additional Tour Dates With MEGADETH Announced!

The wait is over, Zombie lovers! Rob Zombie has announced that he and his band of maniacs - John 5, Piggy D and Ginger Fish - will enter the studio on June 1 to begin recording the next chapter in the Zombie musical legacy. This NEW, as yet untitled CD is set for a late 2012 release.

"It has been way, and I mean way too long without any new music. I am dying to get back to it", said Zombie. "I have not felt this much excitement within the band since recording the first 'Hellbilly Deluxe' record almost 15 years ago. We have been working on tons of songs for quite some time and I can safely say this will definitely be our best record yet."

Before Lord Zombie and his band begin recording, they will hit the highway on a co-headline tour with Metal legends Megadeth, marking the first time the two bands have toured together since the early 90s.

"This tour should be a blast", said Zombie. "I haven't shared a bill with Megadeth since way back in the early days of White Zombie, so this trek is long overdue."

Two NEW dates have been added to the U.S. trek - May 13 at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD, and May 19 at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre in St. Louis, MO. The tour, which kicks off Friday, May 11 in Holmdel, NJ, will encompass high-profile appearances at several Rock festivals, including Rock On The Range (May 20) that Zombie will co-headline with Incubus, and Rocklahoma (May 26) that Zombie will headline. Zombie will bring his full, explosive stage show out in full force on these dates, and audiences will get what they expect - a true rock and roll spectacle at its finest. Zombie will close all shows on the Megadeth dates.

For these Zombie/Megadeth dates, Rob Zombie has teamed up with The One and Only to make available special VIP Golden Tickets. Two packages have been created to help insure that fans have an unforgettable experience at the show.

Package One includes a GA ticket, priority early entry to help guarantee a great spot for the show, a customized Zombie Bag, limited edition poster, an exclusive-to-the-tour T-shirt, a commemorative VIP laminate, and Golden Ticket Rep Concierge Service. Package Two includes everything in Package One, PLUS a meet'n'greet with Rob Zombie, a high-quality photograph with Rob, and a Rob Zombie autograph. For more information on the Rob Zombie One and Only VIP Golden Tickets - OR - if you've already purchased a ticket for the show and would like to upgrade to one of these VIP packages - log onto RobZombie.com.

Zombie's latest film, "The Lords of Salem," is currently in the final stages of post-production and promises to be Zombie's most insane film yet. "I am enjoying taking my time finishing this film. I hate rushing things at this stage of the process, so it is a luxury to take it slow and really fine-tune every part of the production", stated Zombie. No release date is set yet for the film.

Confirmed dates for the Rob Zombie/Megadeth U.S. tour are as follows:

MAY:

- 11 at PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, NJ
- 12 at Toyota Pavilion, Scranton, PA
- 13 at Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, MD NEW!
- 16 at Stage AE, Pittsburgh, PA
- 18 at The Deltaplex, Grand Rapids, MI
- 19 at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, St. Louis, MO NEW!
- 20 at Rock On The Range, Columbus, OH
- 22 at La Crosse Center, La Crosse, WI
- 24 at Tyson Center, Sioux City, IA
- 25 at Hartman Arena, Wichita, KS
- 26 at Rocklahoma, Pryor, OK

Related links:
Rob Zombie's Official Site
Rob Zombie on Facebook
Rob Zombie on Twitter
Megadeth's Official Site
Megadeth on Facebook
Megadeth on Twitter
Roadrunner Records

DYING FETUS' Trey Williams Discusses NEW Album 'Reign Supreme' At METALLIANCE Tour, PLUS Future Touring Plans!

As previously reported, DYING FETUS have confirmed a June 17th release date for their NEW album entitled 'Reign Supreme'. The album will feature nine tracks and is a "return to roots" with production focused slightly more on slam than in the band's last few works. Thematically, the album is set to be a good old-fashioned piece of social and political commentary in the style of DYING FETUS as we have come to know. The album artwork for 'Reign Supreme' has been revealed and can be viewed on the latest official album teaser for 'Reign Supreme' (available within the video interview clip). The teaser also contains the first samples of NEW music from the album.

Last week, we had the chance to chat with FETUS' drummer Trey Williams at the "Metalliance Tour" in New York City. During the conversation, he discussed the production process behind the bands NEW album, the bands touring plans for 2012, and the "Metalliance Tour". Watch it, share it, and go see DYING FETUS live!



Metalliance Tour, featuring Dying Fetus, DevilDriver, The Faceless, Job For A Cowboy, 3 Inches Of Blood, Impending Doom, and Wretched (Remaining Tour Dates).

- 3/28: Winnipeg, MB @ Garrick Centre
- 3/29: Regina, SK @ Riddell Centre
- 3/30: Edmonton, AB @ Edmonton Events Centre
- 3/31: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theater
- 4/01: Seattle, WA @ Studio Seven
- 4/02: Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theater
- 4/05: Oakland, CA @ The Pound
- 4/06: Hollywood, CA @ The Music Box
- 4/07: Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theater
- 4/09: Denver, CO @ The Summit Music Hall
- 4/10: Omaha, NE @ Sokol Auditorium
- 4/11: Des Moines, IA @ 7 Flags Event Center
- 4/13: Memphis, TN @ New Daisy Theater
- 4/15: Lawrence, KS @ Granada Theater
- 4/16: Tulsa, OK @ Cain's Ballroom
- 4/19: Dallas, TX @ House Of Blues
- 4/20: Austin, TX @ Emo's East
- 4/21: Houston, TX @ House Of Blues



SIX FEET UNDER 18 Nights Of Blood Tour 2012 with Dying Fetus and Revocation:

- 6/08/2012: The Masquerade in Atlanta, GA
- 6/09/2012: Empire in Springfield, VA
- 6/10/2012: Palladium in Worcester, MA
- 6/11/2012: Bowery Ballroom in New York, NY
- 6/12/2012: Alrosa Villa in Columbus, OH
- 6/13/2012: Reggie's in Chicago, IL
- 6/14/2012: Peabody's in Cleveland, OH
- 6/15/2012: Harpo's in Detroit, MI
- 6/16/2012: People's Court in Des Moines, IA*
- 6/18/2012: The Gothic Theater in Denver, CO*
- 6/20/2012: Studio Seven in Seattle, WA
- 6/21/2012: Hawthorne Theater in Portland, OR
- 6/23/2012: The Metro in Oakland, CA
- 6/24/2012: The Whisky in Los Angeles, CA
- 6/25/2012: TBA in Tempe, AZ
- 6/26/2012: House Of Rock in El Paso, TX
- 6/27/2012: Scout Bar in Houston, TX
- 6/29/2012: Brass Mug in Tampa, FL*
* - No Dying Fetus

Video credit: Steve Lars from Creative Ventures International & Steve Lars on Facebook

Related links:
Dying Fetus
Metalliance Tour

TURISAS Are Ready For First-Ever North American Headline Tour - Contest Available!

Battle Metal titans TURISAS will be heading back to North America on March 29th for "PaganFest: America Part III" presented by Guitar World, Full Metal Jackie, and Metal Injection-- the band's first-ever US headlining run! Joining the Finnish sextet on their triumphant return to the States is a gathering of bands from across the world: Scotland's ALESTORM, Russia's ARKONA, and the US's very own HUNTRESS.

To coincide with the tour beginning this week, three special PaganFest contests have been launched: one from Decibel Magazine.com, one from Metal Sucks.net, and one from tour sponsor Full Metal Jackie (all three contests feature autographed CD and t-shirt packs from all of the bands on the bill). Follow the links below to submit your entry to win:

Decibel Magazine: DecibelMagazine.com/contests/
Metal Sucks: MetalSucks.net
Full Metal Jackie: FullMetalJackieRadio.com

In anticipation of this upcoming trek, TURISAS recently released a tour trailer for anxious fans that want to see the band at PaganFest. Check the dates below to see when they'll be coming to a city near you!



Guitar World, Full Metal Jackie, and Metal Injection present: "PaganFest: America Part III" tour dates feat. TURISAS with ALESTORM, ARKONA, HUNTRESS

3/29 - Baltimore, MD @ Sonar
3/30 - Worcester, MA @ Palladium
3/31 - New York, NY @ Gramercy Theatre
4/1 - Montreal, QC @ Club Soda **PaganFest with EX DEO**
4/2 - Toronto, ON @ The Opera House **PaganFest with EX DEO**
4/3 - Cleveland, OH @ Peabody's
4/4 - Detroit, MI @ Blondie's
4/5 - Chicago, IL @ Reggie's Rock Club
4/6 - Saint Paul, MN @ Station 4
4/7 - Louisville, KY @ Vernon Club
4/8 - Charlotte, NC @ Tremont Music Hall
4/9 - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
4/11 - Dallas, TX @ Trees
4/12 - Lubbock, TX @ Jake's
4/13 - Denver, CO @ The Marquis
4/15 - Seattle, WA @ Studio Seven
4/16 - Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theatre
4/17 - San Francisco, CA @ DNA Lounge
4/18 - West Hollywood, CA @ Key Club
4/19 - Tempe, AZ @ 910 Live

Related links:
Official Site of Turisas
Turisas on MySpace
Turisas on Facebook
Turisas on Twitter

VISION OF DISORDER Releases Another In-Studio Teaser Video - Watch It!

As previously reported, Long Island Hardcore Metallers Vision Of Disorder inked a deal with Candlelight Records! The band has now entered the studio with producer Will Putney (SHADOWS FALL, SUICIDE SILENCE, FOUR YEAR STRONG) to record their highly anticipated NEW album for a late 2012 release. Cameron Webb (MOTÖRHEAD, SOCIAL DISTORTION, IGNITE, PENNYWISE) will mix the CD. You can watch a clip of the band working on drum sounds for their NEW album below.

Here is the bands official statement:

"Before the word 'Metalcore' existed… VISION OF DISORDER did. We did what we did because we loved it, not because we thought others might. 20 years later, we're once again at work with the same approach.

"After a newly inked deal with Candlelight Records, we are about to begin tracking on our first studio album in a decade. We are bringing all the elements of what made us unique and ferocious to the table.

"Playing reunion shows over the past few years and seeing such positive responses has truly been inspirational.

"This album is absolutely dedicated to our fans that have stuck by us through our ups and downs. Without them, it would not have been.

"We are excited to be a part of the Candlelight roster. They were a perfect choice for us. After numerous record label woes, it was refreshing to partner with people that are passionate about music — not just profit or agenda."

Added Darren Toms, Candlelight's European label manager: "I have been a fan of the band since the first release many years ago on Roadrunner/Supersoul and after hearing the NEW material, I'm very excited to be working with the band and getting them back to where they need to be in today's market."





This is an interview we conducted with vocalist Tim Williams in December of 2010, in which he discusses the NEW record:



Related links:
VOD on MySpace

SLASH Releases More Behind-The-Scenes Videos From The Making Of 'Apocalyptic Love'!

As previously reported, legendary guitarist Slash is currently locked in a Los Angeles studio putting the final brush strokes to his second solo album. Entitled 'Apocalyptic Love', the NEW Slash album is set to be released on May 22nd via Slash's own label Dik Hayd International distributed through EMI and it will be the followup to his 2010 debut album, "Slash", and his November 2011 first-ever live solo album, the two-CD/DVD set "Made In Stoke 24/7/11".

On his latest musical creation, Slash — along with and his bandmates Myles Kennedy (vocals), Brent Fitz (drums) and Todd Kerns (bass) — teamed up with producer Eric Valentine, who also produced the Slash's debut solo album. All the songs were written together by Slash and Kennedy, and cameras have been rolling throughout the entire making of the album. Check out some exclusive behind-the-scenes videos right now.













SLASH's North American Tour:

- Mar 23: The Phoenix Concert Theatre in Toronto, Canada
- Apr 11: Club Nokia - Revolver Golden Gods Award Show in Los Angeles, CA
- May 03: Rams Head Live in Baltimore, MD
- May 05: Rockingham Speedway - Carolina Rebellion in Rockingham, NC
- May 07: Hard Rock Live in Orlando, FL Tickets
- May 10: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - Hard Rock Live in Biloxi, MS
- May 13: Central Iowa Expo - LazerFest Boone, IA
- May 14: The Brick in Minneapolis, MN
- May 16: Orpheum Theater in Madison, WI
- May 17: Orbit Room in Grand Rapids, MI
- May 19: Columbus Crew Stadium - Rock on the Range in Columbus, OH
- May 20: Susquehanna Bank Center in Camden, NJ
- May 25: Rocklahoma in Pryor, OK
- May 26: Route 66 Casino in Albuquerque, NM
- Jun 08: Donington Park - Download Festival in England, United Kingdom
- Jun 11: Hockey Park in Monchengladbach, Germany
- Jun 12: Max-Schmeling-Halle in Berlin, Germany
- Jun 20: Stechert Arena in Bamberg, Germany
- Jun 23: Arena Fiera Milano - GODS OF METAL in Milan, Italy

Related links:
Slash's Official Site

GOD FORBID Premiere Fifth In Studio Video Of "The Making Of" 'EQUILIBRIUM' (Available Now)!

 

GOD FORBID are currently making the earth to rumble in anticipation of their sixth studio album, entitled 'EQUILIBRIUM' (available now via Victory Records). The album was recorded by Mark Lewis (THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, WHITECHAPEL, DEVILDRIVER, TRIVIUM), with Jason Suecof (TRIVIUM, ALL THAT REMAINS, THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, CHIMAIRA, DEVILDRIVER) tracking the vocals. The mixing portion of the production of 'Equilibrium' was done by Swedish producer Jens Bogren, who has previously worked with such acts as KATATONIA, OPETH, PARADISE LOST and AMON AMARTH.

Today, the band unleashed Part 5 Of "The Making Of 'EQUILIBRIUM'". In part 5, GOD FORBID's Byron Davis gives the viewer a look into the inner layer of GOD FORBID, unveiling their practice space and recording mayhem. Davis also discusses the trial and tribulations he faces as a musician while working through obstacles the band faces during the recoding process. Coyle talks about the sound GOD FORBID was working to achieve and the direction the band wanted to go when recording 'EQUILIBRIUM'.  

Related links:

God Forbid

God Forbid on Facebook

God Forbid on Twitter

God Forbid on MySpace

DOWN Complete Work On NEW EP & Reveal Initial Tour Dates!

The first six-song EP, which heralds the sound of DOWN going back to its roots, with influences from BLACK SABBATH, SAINT VITUS and WITCHFINDER GENERAL, is described by Anselmo as "a very pure Doom Metal record."

DOWN entered the studio in October to begin recording the first in a series of four EPs, to be released over the next few years (with a year between EPs), each touching on a different aspect of the band's sound.

DOWN US Tour With HAARP & RED FANG:

- 5/18: Broussard, LA @ The Station

- 5/19: Huntsville, AL @ Crossroads

- 5/21: Asheville, NC @ The Orange Peel

- 5/23: Little Rock, AR @ Juanita's Cantina Ballroom

- 5/25: Memphis, TN @ New Daisy Theater

Related links:
DOWN