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Sword - Ink Deal With Massacre Records

Veteran heavy metal band Sword and Massacre Records are pleased to announce the signing of a new contract. ⁣Originally formed in 1980, the Canadians put out two studio albums, the second one - Sweet Dreams - in 1988.⁣ Following a lengthy hiatus, Sword re-grouped in 2011. Vocalist Rick Hughes, guitarist Mike Plant, bassist Mike Larock and drummer Dan Hughes plan to release their third full-length studio album next year.⁣

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Posted: 24.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (2)


Naxatras - Unveil European Touring Plan

Next spring, psychedelic/stoner collective Naxatras will be heading out on a headlining touring march over Europe. With direct support from Puta Volcano, they will perform in more than 20 cities. The tour list, which can be found below, is not complete yet.

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Event: Naxatras: European Tour 2022
Posted: 24.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (0)


Lord Agheros - New Album Coming Out Early Next Year

Lord Agheros, Italy-based avantgarde black/folk metal outfit led by Gerassimos Evangelou, will put out a new studio album on February 18th 2022 via My Kingdom Come. Entitled Koinè, it contains 8 new songs and features cover artwork created by Federico De Luca.

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Posted: 24.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (0)


Wolf King - To Tour U.S. In January & February

Following their recent run of live US dates, Wolf King have just announced a January/February headline US tour. Frail Body and Knoll will be supporting them on the road. All confirmed shows listed below.

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Event: Wolf King: U.S. Headlining Tour 2022
Posted: 24.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (0)


Inherits The Void - Forthcoming Record Streaming In Full

A couple of weeks prior debut album release Monolith Of Light, atmospheric black metal one-man project Inherits The Void offers in listening the entire effort via Black Metal Promotion YouTube channel.

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Posted: 24.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (0)


Our Hollow, Our Home - Split With Bassist And Drummer

British metalcore purveyors Our Hollow, Our Home confirmed that they have parted ways with bassist Bobby Brooks and drummer Nick Taliadoros. The auditions for both positions are planned in coming weeks.

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Posted: 24.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (0)


Arð - Present Opening Track From Upcoming Debut Record

British doom project Arð, led by Mark Deeks (Winterfylleth), are going to release their debut album Take Up My Bones on February 12, 2022. The first single, "Burden Foretold", marks the beginning of the tale of St. Cuthbert the album is based upon - find out more by reading along to the lyrics in this video.

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Posted: 23.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (4)


Ghost - Confirm European Shows

The mighty Ghost will be haunting European soil in April/May 2022 with Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats and Twin Temple. The trek is comprised of 23 shows, starting April 9th in Manchester.

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Posted: 23.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (0)


Deep Purple - Reveal New Single

Prior the official release of their Turning To Crime covers album this Friday, Deep Purple present you the third and last single/video "Rockin' Pneumonia And The Boogie Woogie Flu" (originally written and recorded by Huey "Piano" Smith). The video clip directed & illustrated by Luke McDonnell.

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Posted: 23.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (2)


Haken - Announce Keyboardist Departure

Prog metal masters Haken announce the departure of keyboard player Diego Tejeida, who has been part of the group for almost 13 years. Diego's statement can be read in full down under.

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Posted: 23.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (4)


Wraith - Put Out Music Video For 'Cloaked In Black'

Wraith's new record, Undo The Chains, was released two months ago. Now, the blackened thrash metal three-piece from Indiana premiere a new music video for one of the album's tracks - "Cloaked In Black".

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Posted: 23.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (0)


Lord Belial - Upcoming Album Title Unveiled

After being reactivated in 2020 and signing new deal with Hammerheart Records earlier this year, the Swedish black metal horde Lord Belial now unveil an official title of their first studio album in 14 years. Entitled Rapture, the successor to The Black Curse from 2008 will be out in May 2022. It was produced by Andy LaRocque.

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Posted: 22.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (3)


Aetherian - Tracking New Full Length

Greek based melodic death metallers Aetherian have started tracking drum parts for their sophomore full length effort at Devasoundz Studios in Athens (Greece). More info to follow.

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Posted: 22.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (0)


Midnight - To Embark On European Tour With Night Demon

Cleveland’s blackened speed tyrants Midnight and California’s traditional metal masters Night Demon are joining forces on the road for a co-headlining European tour next May/June. Dubbed the 'European Attack 2022 tour', the five-week trek includes 28 dates spanning over 12 countries, including multiple festival appearances.

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Event: Midnight & Night Demon: European Attack Tour 2022
Posted: 22.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (0)


The Flower Kings - Announce 15th Studio Album Release

Prog rockers The Flower Kings are pleased to announce the release of their 15th studio album By Royal Decree, set for 4th March 2022. The band have also announced the first live dates in support of the album, taking place in Sweden (end of March 2022). On the new album they have looked for more organic and vintage sounds, still centered around the foundation of drums, bass, guitars and the iconic Hammond, grand piano, mellotron & Moog synthesizers. The album also sees the return of founding member Michael Stolt, who takes up bass guitar and vocals. Additional details to be unveiled in coming weeks.

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Posted: 22.11.2021 by Abattoir | Comments (0)