Trap Them have begun documenting their ongoing studio sessions for their new album over at Wecraftindarkness.com. The group are currently recording the outing at Godcity Studio with Converge guitarist Kurt Ballou at the helm.
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Drummer Mike Portnoy Leaves Dream Theater
Posted in Splits on September 8, 2010
Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy has left the band, announcing his departure from the group with the following statement: “I am about to write something I never imagined I’d ever write. After 25 years, I have decided to leave Dream Theater… the band I founded, led and truly loved for … Read more
Old Man Markley join Fat Wreck Chords
Posted in Labels on September 8, 2010
Los Angeles, CA nonet Old Man Markley, have joined the Fat Wreck roster. The label will release a new 7" from the band entitled For Better, For Worse on October 26, 2010. The title track from that slab 'o wax is available for download here. Read more
"American Hardcore" to be updated for second edition
Posted in Music News on September 8, 2010
Steven Blush's controversial 2001 book American Hardcore is headed for an expanded second edition. The publisher said this: The author has updated all of the chapters, added a new one titled "Destroy Babylon," which explores the mutant forms of spirituality that came from the movement, and interviewed over twenty-five new … Read more
star F**king hipsters Announce Tour
Posted in Tours on September 8, 2010
Star Fucking Hipsters will be touring America this fall. The run is fairly extensive, covering both coasts, most of the midwest and the southeast. Read more DATE VENUE CITY Sep 16 2010 Smiling Moose Pittsburgh, PA Sep 17 2010 Now That's Class! Cleveland, OH Sep 18 2010 Trumbull Plex Detroit, … Read more
Crime In Stereo explain
Posted in Splits on September 8, 2010
Alex Dunne of Crime In Stereo has issued a lengthy statement to clear their air regarding the band's recent and seemingly untimely breakup. Dunne notably insists that vocalist Kristian Hallbert's recent health problems had nothing to do with the band's demise (and that Hallbert has made a full recovery), and … Read more
Dark Funeral seeks new drummer
Posted in Bands on September 8, 2010
Dark Funeral continues to lose members as the group has now parted ways with drummer Nils Fjellstrom. Dark Funeral's Lord Ahriman has released the following statement: "Recently, you could read about Nils 'Dominator' Fjellstrom's departure from Aeon due to personal/private reasons. Today we can confirm that he'll no longer be … Read more
Atheist to release new album in November
Posted in Records on September 8, 2010
Official press release: On November 9th, 2010, after 17 years the progressive aggressive forefathers reemerge more massive than ever. Atheist delivers "Jupiter," a landmark return to earth of supersonically gargantuan proportions. In the late 80's and early 90's, this band, alongside fellow Floridians Death and Cynic, handcrafted the sub-genre that … Read more
Billy Bragg enlists Rosanne Cash, Joe Henry for 2011 album
Posted in Records on September 7, 2010
Billy Bragg spoke to Billboard about his next album and follow up to 2008's Mr. Love and Justice. He is currently collaborating with Rosanne Cash who he calls "a great songwriter [and] a really whipsmart person." He and Cash are currently exchanging bits of songs and having producer Joe Henry … Read more
Screeching Weasel working on new album
Posted in Records on September 7, 2010
Screeching Weasel recently wrapped up work on demos of material for their next album. The band is recording with All American Rejects guitarist Mike Kennerty. Drummer Adam Cargin posted this on his twitter: Had a great time working with [Mike Kennerty] on the Weasel demos. He is a total pro+one … Read more
Rise Against announces "Another Station: Another Mile" DVD
Posted in Videos on September 7, 2010
Rise Against will be releasing a new DVD, Another Station: Another Mile, on October 5, 2010. The DVD features performances of 14 songs recorded in locations throughout the world. These performances are interspersed with interviews with each band member of the Chicago based band revealing the creative process that goes … Read more
NOFX And The Bouncing Souls Announce Tour
Posted in Tours on September 7, 2010
NOFX have announced plans for a tour in early 2011 alongside Bouncing Souls, Cobra Skulls and Old Man Markley. The jaunt will include dates in Texas and the southeast. Read more DATE CITY VENUE 01/20/11 Dallas, TX House of Blues 1/22/11 Houston, TX House of Blues 1/24/11 New Orleans, LA … Read more
Rust Belt Lights join Paper and Plastick
Posted in Labels on September 7, 2010
Buffalo, NY-based melodic hardcore outfit Rust Belt Lights have joined Paper and Plastick. The label will release the band's debut full-length These Are The Good Old Days, likely later this year. More details are expected soon, including a digital EP that the label just released to iTunes today. Read more
Aeon drummer quits band
Posted in Bands on September 7, 2010
Swedish technical death metal band Aeon (Metal Blade Records) has announced the departure of drummer Nils Fjellstrom. The group has issued the following statement: "Our drummer, Nils Fjellström has decided to leave the band on a very short notice. The reason for this is personal / private and Nils has … Read more
Cruel Hand, Backtrack tour
Posted in Tours on September 7, 2010
Cruel Hand will hit the road in late-October for a five-week tour with Backtrack. Dates are as follows: Read more 10/22 Alexandria, VA @ The Lab 10/23 Virginia Beach, VA @ Skate High 10/24 Greensboro, NC @ Legitimate Business 10/25 Lexington, SC @ Oak Grove Civic Club 10/26 Tampa, FL … Read more
Messengers sign with Facedown/Strike First
Posted in Labels on September 7, 2010
Facedown Records imprint Strike First Records has official signed Texas-based hardcore band Messengers. The group will release an EP titled "Anthems" on November 9th. The release's title track can be heard here. Vocalist Chad Paramore comments: "Signing to Strike First really is a dream come true. We have followed Facedown … Read more
Opeth Frontman Discusses New Project
Posted in Records on September 7, 2010
Opeth frontman/guitarist Mikael Akerfeldt recently discussed his forthcoming collaborative project with Porcupine Tree’s Steven Wilson. Speaking with Classic Rock, he offered the following: “I got together recently with Steven at his house, and we wrote a new tune straight away. Of course, with the two of us involved it was … Read more
