Thursday, October 7th, 2010

Oderus Urungus, chief scumdog of marauding mutant metal impresarios GWAR, will be dropping by Trinity Bellwoods Park on Saturday Oct. 23/10 to be given the newly minted title of Honorary Grand Marshal. Oderus will start the zombie walk by making an opening announcement to the ravenous undead hordes before sending them forth with the new tradition of The Throwing of the Severed Head.

The Toronto Zombie Walk will be hosting its eighth annual zombie walk on Saturday, October 23, 2010 and is the biggest Zombie walk in North America! The walking dead will begin their 5 kill-o-meter lurch across Toronto from Trinity Bellwoods Park to Christie Pits Park at 3pm. Pre-festivities start at 12pm and include Henry’s Photo Booth to preserve all your undead memories, Creeped Out’s annual Blood Booth, prize give-aways to die for and a dubbing of The 2010 Toronto Zombie Walk Grand Marshal, Oderus Urungus, at 3pm.

Registration for The Toronto Zombie Walk is free and open to all. Participants can register for the walk in advance on the Toronto Zombie Walk website, or in person at Eyesore Cinema or Starstruck Entertainment (Square One, Mississauga) or they can register on the day of, at the walk. http://www.torontozombiewalk.ca/2010_registration.php

www.torontozombiewalk.ca

GWAR’s latest masterpiece “Bloody Pit of Horror” will be in stores on November 9th, but you can pre-order your copy today from the official GWAR page on the Metal Blade Records website at: http://www.metalblade.com/gwar. The landing page includes all current tour dates, GWAR footage from BOTH Gwar.tv and MetalBlade.tv, and pre-orders for “Bloody Pit of Horror” on CD, a GWAR t-shirt, or the ultimate “Bloody Pit” package that includes the CD, the GWAR t-shirt, and a 12×12 autographed cover print!

First single “Zombies, Walk!” is up now on http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/news/music/1043

http://www.myspace.com/gwarofficial

TOUR DATES:
10.17 Montreal, QC @ Theater Telus
10.19 Moncton, NB @ Club Oxygen
10.20 Halifax, NS @ The New Palace
10.22 Quebec City, QC @ Imperial Theater
10.23 Toronto, ON @ Operahouse
11.29 Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom
12.01 Edmonton, AB @ Edmonton Events Center
12.02 Calgary, AB @ MacEwan Hall Ballroom
12.03 Regina, SK @ Riddell Center
12.04 Winnipeg, MB @ The Garrick Centre

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Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

The Godfathers of Swedish modern metal SOILWORK are pleased to announce that they will embark on a North American headlining tour this Summer with San Francisco Bay Area thrash legends DEATH ANGEL! Joining them will be Quebec’s tech-death masters AUGURY, Roadrunner Records recording artists MUTINY WITHIN, and pirate themed thrashers SWASHBUCKLE.

SOILWORK vocalist Bjorn “Speed” Strid commented: “We are stoked to tour with the most vicious thrashers from the west, famous for their gin drinking and intense live shows. DEATH ANGEL is a classic band that we’ve wanted to tour with for a long time. A perfect fit for the bill and surely an awesome touring companion. The summer of mosh is upon us. Don’t miss out!”

DEATH ANGEL frontman Mark Osegueda added: “I can’t begin to tell you how excited we are about the upcoming tour! I think the musical styles and live performances of both bands will make every show on this tour a show not to be missed by any true fan of HEAVY music! So don’t just hear about the aftermath, experience it for yourself!”

SOILWORK, DEATH ANGEL, AUGURY, MUTINY WITHIN, SWASHBUCKLE
07/14/10 Jaxx – W. Springfield, VA
07/15/10 The Trocadero – Philadelphia, PA
07/16/10 The Gramercy Theatre – New York, NY
07/17/10 The Palladium – Worcester, MA
07/18/10 FouFounes Electriques – Montreal, QC – CANADA
07/19/10 The Opera House – Toronto, ON – CANADA
07/20/10 Peabody’s – Cleveland, OH
07/21/10 Blondie’s – Detroit, MI
07/22/10 Reggies Rock Club – Chicago, IL
07/23/10 The Rave – Milwaukee, WI
07/24/10 The Rock – Maplewood, MN
07/27/10 El Corazon – Seattle, WA
07/28/10 Rickshaw Theater – Vancouver, BC – CANADA
07/29/10 Hawthorne Theatre – Portland, OR
07/30/10 Slim’s – San Francisco, CA
07/31/10 The Galaxy Theatre – Santa Ana, CA
08/01/10 Ramona Mainstage – Ramona, CA
08/02/10 The Clubhouse – Tempe, AZ
08/03/10 The Rock – Tucson, AZ
08/05/10 Emo’s – Austin, TX
08/06/10 Ridglea Theater – Ft. Worth, TX
08/07/10 Meridian – Houston, TX
08/09/10 The Club at Firestone – Orlando, FL
08/10/10 Volume 11 – Raleigh, NC
08/11/10 Headliner’s Music Hall – Louisville, KY
08/12/10 Gil’s Bar and Grill – Virginia Beach, VA
08/13/10 Sonar – Baltimore, MD
08/14/10 Diesel Nightclub – Pittsburgh, PA
08/15/10 Webster Theater – Hartford, CT

DEATH ANGEL Spring 2010 European Tour Dates
Apr 3 2010 Inferno Fest Oslo, NORWAY
Apr 4, 2010 The Engine Room Brighton, UK
Apr 5, 2010 Sub89 Reading, UK
Apr 6, 2010 Rio’s Leeds, UK
Apr 7, 2010 Central Station Wrexham, Wales, UK
Apr 8 2010 Sweden Rock Cruise Stockholm, SWEDEN (AT SEA!!)
May 13 2010 Metalfest Open Air Pratteln, SWITZERLAND
May 14 2010 Metalfest Open Air Dessau, GERMANY
May 15 2010 Metalfest Open Air Mining, AUSTRIA
May 16, 2010 Biebob w/ Nevermore Vasselaar, BELGIUM
May 17, 2010 OFF
May 18, 2010 O2 Academy w/ Nevermore London, UK
May 19, 2010 De Pul w/ Nevermore Uden, HOLLAND
May 20, 2010 OFF
May 21 2010 Metalfest Open Air Pilsen, CZECH REPUBLIC
May 22 2010 United Titans Festival Krakow, POLAND
May 23 2010 Metalfest Open Air Budapest, HUNGARY
June 10, 2010 Sweden Rock Fest Solvesborg, SWEDEN
June 11, 2010 Sauna Open Air Tampere, FINLAND

DEATH ANGEL / ARSIS FREE ALL AGES SHOWS (sposored by Scion)April 13, 2010 Masquerade Atlanta, GA
April 14, 2010 Roxy Hollywood, CA

SOILWORK and DEATH ANGEL have now added a special event VIP ticket for a pre-show meet-and-greet to take place one hour before doors. Each night, fans will get to meet and greet SOILWORK and DEATH ANGEL for a special event that is being offered. Fans will also receive a customized poster to get signed by both bands. These special VIP tickets are on sale now at EnterTheVault.com.
SOILWORK are currently wrapping up the mixing process of The Panic Broadcast with the renowned Jens Bogren (OPETH, AMON AMARTH, BLOODBATH). The album is tentatively scheduled for a June release via Nuclear Blast Records and is the first to feature guitarist/producer/songwriter Peter Wichers since his return to the band in 2008.

DEATH ANGEL are currently at Audio Hammer Studios in Sanford, Florida with production genius Jason Suecof (TRIVIUM, AUGUST BURNS RED, THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER, ALL THAT REMAINS, WHITE CHAPEL, DEVILDRIVER) tracking the new record, tentatively scheduled for a September of 2010 release.

For more info visit: www.soilwork.org

www.myspace.com/DEATHANGEL

www.deathangel.us

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Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

WARBEAST TO RELEASE THEIR DEBUT ALBUM KRUSH THE ENEMY APRIL 27th ON HOUSECORE RECORDS

ALBUM PRODUCED BY PHILIP H. ANSELMO

With the “retro-thrash” trend back in full-swing and hordes of bands trying to recreate “old school metal”, Texas monsters WARBEAST offer the real thing. Their music is not the result of careful study of 80’s thrash or classic metal; it just comes naturally because that is who they are.

The roots of WARBEAST are firmly entrenched in the legendary 80’s Texas underground metal scene. Vocalist Bruce Corbitt was the voice of speed metal splatter kings Rigor Mortis, who achieved major label success on Capitol Records in 1988. Guitarists Rick Perry and Scott Shelby were the masters behind the riff machine Gammacide, one of Texas’ most furious thrash exports. Bassist Alan Bovee joined Gammacide when they re-united in 2006, and drum tornado Joe Gonzalez provided blast beats and mayhem for Dallas death metal band Demonseed.

Krush the Enemy, WARBEAST’S debut CD will be released April 27th on Philip H. Anselmo’s HOUSECORE RECORDS. The record features ten tracks covering a wide range of metal terrain aimed squarely at the neck-snapping head banger in the front row.

Not only does Philip H. Anselmo run the label that WARBEAST’S debut album is being he released on, he produced the record as well. Vocalist Bruce Corbitt had the following to say about signing to HOUSECORE RECORDS and working with Philip on the production of the album. “WARBEAST is proud to be signed with HOUSECORE RECORDS. I like the fact that their expectations are high for what they want out of a band. They also have a way of creating this family vibe between the band and the label, while making it obvious that they believe in us. That is all the motivation we need to want to kick-some-ass for their label at all times. We wanted Philip to be our producer and to be involved in the creation of this album. Overall… Philip made it a very beneficial, but also a fun and memorable experience. Philip made this album even better… and that is what a producer is supposed to do.”

Label head and producer Philip H. Anselmo spoke about the sound of WARBEAST’S debut album Krush the Enemy, “WARBEAST is pure, relentlessly executed Thrash at its best. Absolutely RIPPING!”

For More Information on WARBEAST check out:

www.warbeast.org

www.facebook.com/warbeast1

www.myspace.com/texasmetalalliance

www.thehousecorerecords.com

www.myspace.com/housecorerecords

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Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

Donate for a Chance to Win a Killing Time Special Bundle

NEW YORK, NY – New York hardcore punk legend, Killing Time, is proud to be working with T.H.E. Brain Trust and Audrey’s Umbrella, to help raise money to support individuals living with a brain tumor. For a small donation of $5.00, fans will be entered to win a Killing Time Three Steps Back Special Bundle Package, which includes one (1) CD and one (1) vinyl copy of our new album, Three Steps Back, as well as a Three Steps Back t-shirt and promotional poster. The donation period will end on April 21st, and the winner will be contacted via email. Donations are being taken via PayPal, and all proceeds will benefit The Healing Exchange Brain Trust and Audrey’s Umbrella.
The mission of T.H.E. Brain Trust is to create a healing exchange of information and support among people affected by neurological disorders including patient-survivors, families, caregivers, health professionals and researchers. Their goal is to provide and improve online communication resources. Through these and other efforts, they are building a global community of people whose lives are affected by brain tumors, brain injuries, and related issues.

Audrey’s Umbrella is a support program within The Healing Exchange Brain Trust, designed to bring joy to individuals living with a brain tumor by sending encouraging mail in the form of cheerful cards, friendly letters, and small thoughtful gifts.

For more information about T.H.E. Brain Trust, and Audrey’s Umbrella, head to www.braintrust.org.

Originally formed in 1988, Killing Time took the hardcore scene by storm with their now-classic release, Brightside, in 1989. Featuring former members of Breakdown and Token Entry, Killing Time’s unique blend of hardcore, punk, and metal still continues to influence bands to this day.

Three Steps Back is Killing Time’s first full-length album since releasing The Method in 1997, and it can be purchased through the Dead City Records webstore (www.DeadCityRecords.com), and most major digital music retailers.

For more information on Killing Time…

www.myspace.com/killingtimenyhc

www.facebook.com/killingtimenyhc

www.killingtimenyhc.com

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Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

Bloodied But Unbowed , a documentary on Vancouver punk will be showing a Director’s Cut premiere at the DOXA Documentary Film Festival during a gala on Thursday, May 13, in Vancouver.

Bloodied But Unbowed chronicles the late 1970s/early 1980s Vancouver punk rock scene. Vancouver filmmaker Susanne Tabata’s documentary tells a tale of rebellion and music — a fiercely independent scene created from nothing and played out in a microcosm of urban squalor. Told by its surviving stars whose accounts are suffused with both humour and gritty realism — a distinctly Vancouver vibe. A brutally honest story from the streets and stages of the West Coast through interviews, music, photos, and archival performances. Overarching those halcyon days of poverty and excess is the MUSIC — that moved its audience to their feet and seemed to validate their very existence.
Stay tuned for upcoming screenings or broadcast news.

www.thepunkmovie.com

Also – Skull Skates has done a Bloodied But Unbowed skate deck and below is the link, pretty cool with Randy Rampage on the deck. Check it out!

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Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

Bloodied But Unbowed , a documentary on Vancouver punk will be showing a Director’s Cut premiere at the DOXA Documentary Film Festival during a gala on Thursday, May 13, in Vancouver.

Bloodied But Unbowed chronicles the late 1970s/early 1980s Vancouver punk rock scene. Vancouver filmmaker Susanne Tabata’s documentary tells a tale of rebellion and music — a fiercely independent scene created from nothing and played out in a microcosm of urban squalor. Told by its surviving stars whose accounts are suffused with both humour and gritty realism — a distinctly Vancouver vibe. A brutally honest story from the streets and stages of the West Coast through interviews, music, photos, and archival performances. Overarching those halcyon days of poverty and excess is the MUSIC — that moved its audience to their feet and seemed to validate their very existence.
Stay tuned for upcoming screenings or broadcast news.

www.thepunkmovie.com

Also – Skull Skates has done a Bloodied But Unbowed skate deck and below is the link, pretty cool with Randy Rampage on the deck. Check it out!

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Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

Hellfest is the place to be this year – with only 20,000 people a day attending the grounds are intimate and the bands intense. This year sees classic headliners Alice Cooper, KISS, Motorhead and Twisted Sister right alongside some truly groundbreaking, genre-defining, underground bands: Immortal, GODFLESH, Sigh, Carcass and Atheist. There is something for everyone… a focus in this year’s band selection is desert rock with Weedeater, Mondo Generator, Brant Bjork and the Bros and even a reformed, edited lineup version of Kyuss! Small town France is a hospitable place to take in such a show, amidst the wine fields and misty clouds. And for the thrashers of the bunch we’ve got Overkill, Annihilator, Exodus, Sepultura and the masters of it all… Slayer. Get your ass on the plane, red wine in hand, and see more bands in week than you’ll see in your hometown in years.

-ERIK LINDHOLM

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Thursday, April 1st, 2010

April 14th will be Scythias official CD release party at the Media Club (695 Cambie Street, Vancouver BC) with a medieval theme.

Kooznetz will be opening the night as well as Marching Mind and Titans Eve.

Claymore designs will be showcasing some custom chain mail pieces on the Morrismore Models who will be dancing during the musical performances as well.

So come one come all to ye olde mead hall for minstrels and wenches. ‘Twill be only ten pieces of silver!

myspace.com/thorgenhellhammer

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Thursday, March 25th, 2010

UNTIL THE LIGHT TAKES US, now showing at the CALGARY PLAZA THEATRE
(1133 Kensington Rd NW)
www.theplaza.ca

Until the Light Takes Us is a feature length documentary chronicling the history, ideology and aesthetic of Norwegian black metal. The film explores every aspect of the controversial movement that has captured the attention of the world.
This is black metal as seen through the eyes of those who created it, of those who live it, of those who are at the center of the story of black metal.

SHOW-TIMES
Advance – Thurs. Mar.18 @ 10pm

Week # 1 – Mar.19 – 25:
Fri @ 5:00 & 11PM
Sat @ 11PM
Sun, Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs @ 9:30.

Week # 2 – Mar.26 – Apr.1:
Fri @ 9:45.
Sat @ 2:00 & 9:45.
Mon,. Tues @ 9:00.
Thurs @ 11:15PM.

Final Show – Sun. Apr.4 @ 11:15PM.

www.blackmetalmovie.com

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Thursday, March 25th, 2010

2010 Vancouver International Burlesquefest Presents:
Rosie Needs A New Brain

Don’t miss the beautiful and fascinating one-woman showcase of Rosie Needs a New Brain; a journey through burlesque and disability, compassion and discrimination, illusion and reality, and the spirituality behind it all. Debut staging: Friday May 7, 9pm at 254 East Hastings Street, Vancouver BC.

Rosie Delight is a burlesque artiste. Unfortunately she is a burlesque artiste with a problem. Rosie has a demon inside her brain and it is slowly taking over her body, robbing her of her beauty, her ability to control her movements, to tolerate music, sound and light, to perform or even live like a normal human being. As she faces the bleak possibility of living out her days hiding in a cave with earplugs in, Rosie filters her current experiences through the lens of her past, the people who surround her and the isolation that is slowly enveloping her.

Rosanna Wijenberg, aka Rosie Delight, has been a burlesque and performance artist in Vancouver for over 10 years before being recently diagnosed with a very rare, progressive and disabling neurological movement disorder. She has performed with Fluffgirl Burlesque, the Ultravixen Peepshow, Empire Burlesque and Screaming Chicken Theatrical Society. Currently she is enjoying the life of a solo performer and sometime small show producer, director and playwright, including the fabulous Cinco de Murder staged last year to a very enthusiastic, sold out audience. Never pigeonholed she has straddled the worlds of classic, comedic, gore and artlesque and tends to stun people with her beautiful costumes and clever burlettas.

Both raw and spectacular, bitter and beautiful, this show will fuse art and burlesque in a new way, with dancing, yelling, magic, neuroscience, comedy, blood, tragedy, striptease, drama, back-up dancers, singing, small explosions, implied nudity, crying, infotainment, utter joy, brain surgery and possibly some puppetry all wrapped up in one 45 minute time slot with one very magnetic performer.

The 2010 Vancouver International Burlesquefest runs May 6-9, 2010. For more information go to: www.vanburlesquefest.com or contact crystalprecious@gmail.com

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