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The day has arrived, today (May 21) A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH are unleashing their second studio album entitled 'Lay My Soul to Waste' all over North America via Steamhammer/SPV. Get it HERE!
"I can't express in words how proud I am of our accomplishment. To finally complete our sophomore album, sit back and listen to what we have done is a great feeling. From our performances to Matt Brown's mixes and finally having the album blessed by engineer and mastering great Ted Jensen, this album sounds bigger than the Grand Canyon. This album will surpass all expectations; it will be a privilege and an honor to present this album to all the fans."
Lay My Soul to Waste Tracklisting:
1) Lay My Soul to Waste
2) Shallow Grave
3) The Needle in You
4) In the Sleeping Death
5) Killer by Night
6) Growing Old
7) Dead of Winter
8) Devil Came With a Smile
9) Day of the Storm
10) DMSLT
11) Cold Dark Mourning
A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH are premiering today a song called "Shallow Grave"! The song is taken from their forthcoming sophomore release on Steamhammer/SPV. The NEW APHND album is entitled 'Lay My Soul to Waste' and it will be released on May 21st in North America. Additionally, the tracklisting has also been revealed HERE! Once again the artwork was penciled by Sam Shearon, who is also responsible for artwork on the band's debut album 'And Hell Will Follow Me'. You can listen to "A Shallow Grave" below, courtesy of Revolver! "I can't express in words how proud I am of our accomplishment. To finally complete our sophomore album, sit back and listen to what we have done is a great feeling. From our performances to Matt Brown's mixes and finally having the album blessed by engineer and mastering great Ted Jensen, this album sounds bigger than the Grand Canyon. This album will surpass all expectations; it will be a privilege and an honor to present this album to all the fans." Related links: A Pale Horse Named Death A Pale Horse Named Death on Facebook A Pale Horse Named on Twitter SPV
Hellyeah! Sal Abruscato's A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH have released the amazing art work for their forthcoming sophomore release on Steamhammer/SPV. The NEW APHND album is entitled 'Lay My Soul to Waste' and it will be released on May 21st in North America. Additionally, the tracklisting has also been revealed HERE! Once again the artwork was penciled by Sam Shearon, who is also responsible for artwork on the band's debut album 'And Hell Will Follow Me'.
"I can't express in words how proud I am of our accomplishment. To finally complete our sophomore album, sit back and listen to what we have done is a great feeling. From our performances to Matt Brown's mixes and finally having the album blessed by engineer and mastering great Ted Jensen, this album sounds bigger than the Grand Canyon. This album will surpass all expectations; it will be a privilege and an honor to present this album to all the fans."
Hellyeah! Sal Abruscato's A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH
have released the amazing art work for their forthcoming sophomore
release on Steamhammer/SPV. The NEW APHND album is entitled 'Lay My Soul
to Waste' and it will be released on May 21st in North America.
Additionally, the tracklisting has also been revealed HERE! Once
again the artwork was penciled by Sam Shearon, who is also responsible
for artwork on the band's debut album 'And Hell Will Follow Me'.
Abruscato spoke about the completion of the second record and what fans can expect:
"I
can't express in words how proud I am of our accomplishment. To finally
complete our sophomore album, sit back and listen to what we have done
is a great feeling. From our performances to Matt Brown's mixes and
finally having the album blessed by engineer and mastering great Ted
Jensen, this album sounds bigger than the Grand Canyon. This album will
surpass all expectations; it will be a privilege and an honor to present
this album to all the fans."A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH is: Sal Abruscato - Lead Vocals and Guitar Matt Brown - Guitars and Backing Vocals Johnny Kelly - Drums Eric Morgan - Bass Eddie Heedles - Guitar Related links: A Pale Horse Named Death A Pale Horse Named Death on Facebook A Pale Horse Named on Twitter SPV
Hellyeah! Sal Abruscato's A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH have completed the mastering phase of their forthcoming sophomore release on Steamhammer/SPV. The NEW APHND album is entitled 'Lay My Soul to Waste' and it will be released on May 21st in North America. Additionally, the tracklisting has also been revealed (see below). Once again the artwork was penciled by Sam Shearon, who is also responsible for artwork on the band's debut album 'And Hell Will Follow Me'.
Abruscato spoke about the completion of the second record and what fans can expect:
"I can't express in words how proud I am of our accomplishment. To finally complete our sophomore album, sit back and listen to what we have done is a great feeling. From our performances to Matt Brown's mixes and finally having the album blessed by engineer and mastering great Ted Jensen, this album sounds bigger than the Grand Canyon. This album will surpass all expectations; it will be a privilege and an honor to present this album to all the fans."
Lay My Soul to Waste Tracklisting:
1) Lay My Soul to Waste 2) Shallow Grave 3) The Needle in You 4) In the Sleeping Death 5) Killer by Night 6) Growing Old 7) Dead of Winter 8) Devil Came With a Smile 9) Day of the Storm 10) DMSLT 11) Cold Dark Mourning A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH is: Sal Abruscato - Lead Vocals and Guitar Matt Brown - Guitars and Backing Vocals Johnny Kelly - Drums Eric Morgan - Bass Eddie Heedles - Guitar Related links: A Pale Horse Named Death A Pale Horse Named Death on Facebook A Pale Horse Named on Twitter SPV
A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH, have confirmed the release date
for the follow up to their critically acclaimed debut 'And Hell Will
Follow Me' via SPV Records. The band has once again commissioned famed
artist Sam Shearon AKA Mister-Sam (Rob Zombie, Fear Factory, Rammstein)
to create the artwork for the as yet untitled album. Here is the announcement you have been waiting for:
"MAY 27, 2013 THE OFFICIAL RELEASE DATE FOR A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH'S NEW ALBUM ON SPV RECORDS."
Frontman Sal Abruscato gave an update on the album:
"The
sound has evolved and become a bit more orchestrated. More harmony
work has been done on this album, including new elements such as a
Hammond B3 organ and piano. To me the album has an even darker sound and
feel than the first one." He continued, "The new album is a natural
progression in song writing and vocals yet keeping continuity with the
first album musically and artistically. Fans of our first album will
find all the traits they love melded with even bigger production and
mastering. Ted Jensen of Sterling Sound will be mastering the album."
More information will be released in the coming weeks.
A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH is:
Sal Abruscato - Lead Vocals and Guitar
Matt Brown - Guitars and Backing Vocals
Johnny Kelly - Drums
Eric Morgan - Bass
Eddie Heedles - Guitar
A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH, have confirmed a late spring 2013 release for the follow up to their critically acclaimed debut And Hell Will Follow Me via SPV Records. The band has once again commissioned famed artist Sam Shearon AKA Mister-Sam (Rob Zombie, Fear Factory, Rammstein) to create the artwork for the as yet untitled album.
Frontman Sal Abruscato gave an update on the album:
"The sound has evolved and become a bit more orchestrated. More harmony work has been done on this album, including new elements such as a Hammond B3 organ and piano. To me the album has an even darker sound and feel than the first one." He continued, "The new album is a natural progression in song writing and vocals yet keeping continuity with the first album musically and artistically. Fans of our first album will find all the traits they love melded with even bigger production and mastering. Ted Jensen of Sterling Sound will be mastering the album."
More information will be released in the coming weeks.
A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH is:
Sal Abruscato - Lead Vocals and Guitar Matt Brown - Guitars and Backing Vocals Johnny Kelly - Drums Eric Morgan - Bass Eddie Heedles - Guitar
Sal Abruscato from A Pale Horse Named Death (his NEW band), has an extensive history in the Heavy Music world thanks to his stellar work with Life Of Agony and Type O Negative, in which his role was to kick ass on the drums.
With Type O Negative he recorded: "Slow, Deep & Hard", "Origin Of The Feces", and "Bloody Kisses", while with Life Of Agony he recorded "River Runs Red", "Ugly", "River Runs Again", and "Broken Valley".
Abruscato was recently interviewed by Maciej Szatko in Wroclaw, Poland. This is what he had to say when asked about the future of Life Of Agony:
"We're not gonna play [anymore]. We moved out of our studio. We all kind of feel like we're at the end. We're never gonna make another record, because of those kinds of problems I was talking about [earlier in the interview] — we can't agree on writing a song. And Keith [Caputo, vocals] wants to pursue his life and his lifestyle. And that's pretty much the reason why also I've moved on and I'm doing my own thing… to just keep going; I didn't want my career to stop with Life Of Agony. Life Of Agony doesn't tour, Life Of Agony doesn't do much. And so we were at a point where it was like… We did the last three shows in July [2011] and then we moved out of our studio, and that's it. I don't foresee anything in the future; I highly doubt it. I don't know how that would happen."
A Pale Horse Named Death are kicking of 2012 with a special hometown show in Brooklyn, NY at The Knitting Factory. The show which will take place tomorrow (Friday, January 6th), will also be streaming in full courtesy of APHND, The Knitting Factory and LiveStream.com. The Live Stream of the concert can be accessed at the link below.
In other APHND news, the band has parted ways with guitarist Bobby Hambel, and has announced a replacement. Frontman Sal Abruscato commented about the lineup change.
"Due to conflicting schedules with Biohazard, Bobby Hambel is unable to tour any further with A Pale Horse Named Death. We wish Bobby and Biohazard all the great success they deserve on their upcoming release in January 2012. Eddie Heedles has been chosen as the new replacement for Bobby. Eddie is a shredding guitarist who has worked with the likes of Corey Glover (Living Colour), T.M. Stevens, Vernon Reid (Living Colour), Sekond Skyn and The White Chocolate Experience."
APHND is the brainchild of Brooklyn, NY native Sal Abruscato, and sounds like Alice in Chains mysteriously sneaking up behind Type O Negative with a butcher knife while being filmed for a future episode of "Law & Order".
"And Hell Will Follow Me" is available in three different formats: Digipak CD, 2 LP Set and digital download. The 2 LP Set comes on 180 gram vinyl and also includes a copy of the CD. In addition the 2 LP set features an LP exclusive bonus track: "Pickup Truck". Order the album HERE.
One-off Show:
- January 6, 2012 in Brooklyn, NY at The Knitting Factory.
"Hell Across Europe" 2012 Headlining Tour:
- 11 Jan Vienna, AUSTRIA, Szene Wein
- 12 Jan Munich, GERMANY, Backstage
- 13 Jan Zurich, SWITZERLAND, Werk 21
- 14 Jan Novara, ITALY, Rock N Roll Arena
- 15 Jan Stuttgart, GERMANY, Die Röhre
- 17 Jan Wiesbaden, GERMANY, Schlachthof
- 18 Jan Cologne, GERMANY, Underground
- 20 Jan Dublin, IRELAND, The Pint
- 21 Jan Belfast, N. IRELAND, Spring & Airbrake
- 22 Jan Manchester, ENGLAND, Moho Live
- 24 Jan Wrexham, WALES, Central Station
- 25 Jan Wolverhampton, ENGLAND, Slade Rooms
- 27 Jan London, ENGLAND, The Borderline
- 29 Jan Antwerp, BELGIUM, Trix
- 31 Jan Copenhagen, DENMARK, The Rock
- 01 Feb Hamburg, GERMANY, Logo
- 02 Feb Kerkrade, NETHERLANDS, Rock Temple
- 03 Feb Amsterdam, NETHERLANDS, Melkweg
- 04 Feb Bielefeld, GERMANY, The Forum
- 05 Feb Saarbrucken, GERMANY, Garage Club
- 07 Feb Berlin, GERMANY, White Trash
- 10 Feb Warsaw, POLAND, Progresja
- 11 Feb Wroclaw, POLAND, Firlej
- 12 Feb Prague, CZECH REPUBLIC, Exit-US
LIVE - Line Up:
- Sal Abruscato (Life Of Agony), Guitar & Vocals
- Johnny Kelly (Type O Negative, Seventh Void), Drums
- Matt Brown (Supermassiv, Seventh Void), Guitar
- Eddie Heedles, Guitar
- Eric Morgan, Bass
A Pale Horse Named Death are kicking of 2012 with a special hometown show in Brooklyn, NY at The Knitting Factory. The show which will take place January 6th, will also be streaming in full courtesy of APHND, The Knitting Factory and LiveStream.com. Tickets can be purchased at the link below. The Live Stream of the concert will can be accessed at http://www.livestream.com/theknitbrooklyn on the day of the show.
In other APHND news, the band has parted ways with guitarist Bobby Hambel, and has announced a replacement. Frontman Sal Abruscato commented about the lineup change.
"Due to conflicting schedules with Biohazard, Bobby Hambel is unable to tour any further with A Pale Horse Named Death. We wish Bobby and Biohazard all the great success they deserve on their upcoming release in January 2012. Eddie Heedles has been chosen as the new replacement for Bobby. Eddie is a shredding guitarist who has worked with the likes of Corey Glover (Living Colour), T.M. Stevens, Vernon Reid (Living Colour), Sekond Skyn and The White Chocolate Experience."
APHND's debut album "And Hell Will Follow Me" was named #6 on Revolver Magazine's Top 20 Albums of 2011. Not stopping there "And Hell Will Follow Me" also grabbed the number 6 spot on Germany's Laut.de. (Laut.de is one of the biggest German alternative/rock/mainstream music websites in Germany).
A Pale Horse Named Death is the brainchild of Brooklyn, NY native Sal Abruscato, and sounds like Alice in Chains mysteriously sneaking up behind Type O Negative with a butcher knife while being filmed for a future episode of "Law & Order".
"And Hell Will Follow Me" is available in three different formats: Digipak CD, 2 LP Set and digital download. The 2 LP Set comes on 180 gram vinyl and also includes a copy of the CD. In addition the 2 LP set features an LP exclusive bonus track: "Pickup Truck".
Order "And Hell Follow Me" below.
One-off Show:
- January 6, 2012 in Brooklyn, NY at The Knitting Factory.
"Hell Across Europe" 2012 Headlining Tour:
- 11 Jan Vienna, AUSTRIA, Szene Wein
- 12 Jan Munich, GERMANY, Backstage
- 13 Jan Zurich, SWITZERLAND, Werk 21
- 14 Jan Novara, ITALY, Rock N Roll Arena
- 15 Jan Stuttgart, GERMANY, Die Röhre
- 17 Jan Wiesbaden, GERMANY, Schlachthof
- 18 Jan Cologne, GERMANY, Underground
- 20 Jan Dublin, IRELAND, The Pint
- 21 Jan Belfast, N. IRELAND, Spring & Airbrake
- 22 Jan Manchester, ENGLAND, Moho Live
- 24 Jan Wrexham, WALES, Central Station
- 25 Jan Wolverhampton, ENGLAND, Slade Rooms
- 27 Jan London, ENGLAND, The Borderline
- 29 Jan Antwerp, BELGIUM, Trix
- 31 Jan Copenhagen, DENMARK, The Rock
- 01 Feb Hamburg, GERMANY, Logo
- 02 Feb Kerkrade, NETHERLANDS, Rock Temple
- 03 Feb Amsterdam, NETHERLANDS, Melkweg
- 04 Feb Bielefeld, GERMANY, The Forum
- 05 Feb Saarbrucken, GERMANY, Garage Club
- 07 Feb Berlin, GERMANY, White Trash
- 10 Feb Warsaw, POLAND, Progresja
- 11 Feb Wroclaw, POLAND, Firlej
- 12 Feb Prague, CZECH REPUBLIC, Exit-US
LIVE - Line Up:
- Sal Abruscato (Life Of Agony), Guitar & Vocals
- Johnny Kelly (Type O Negative, Seventh Void), Drums
- Matt Brown (Supermassiv, Seventh Void), Guitar
- Eddie Heedles, Guitar
- Eric Morgan, Bass
During 2011, Horns Up Rocks founder Jo Schüftan had the chance to interview dozens of artists about their various musical endeavors. While most of the interviews were very memorable, here are the 10 that caused the most impact within the Heavy Music scene. Here are the Horns Up Rocks Top 10 Interviews Of 2011!
10) Joey Zampella(Life Of Agony):
Life Of Agony is a proud member of the New York Hardcore community, and along with Type O Negative and Biohazard, they have become synonymous to the New York City underground music scene. On the exact day of our first year anniversary, we had the chance to interview Life Of Agony's guitarist Joey Z at Duff's Brooklyn!
9) Shawn Drover (Megadeth):
Megadeth has also proved that Thrash Metal doesn't stand any sissies and that only the strong survive. Many failed while fighting their own demons, but this legendary band found their way out of the darkness. You can't help admiring the fact that so many years later the band members are still in full vigor and at the pinnacle of their creativity. During these years Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival, we had the chance to interview Megadeth's drummer Shawn Drover about the Big 4, their NEW album titled 'TH1RT3EN' and about the impact that festivals like the Mayhem Festival have on the entire Heavy Music scene. Check it out!
8) Richard Christy (Death, The Howard Stern Show & Charred Walls Of The Damned):
During the Charred Walls of the Damned record release party for their second studio album entitled "Cold Winds on Timeless Days", which took place at Idle Hands in New York City. We were able to steal Richard away from his fans to chat about this epic NEW release, as well as his career in radio. We also discussed his relationship with the late great Chuck Shuldiner from the legendary Heavy Metal band Death.
7) Sal Abruscato (Life Of Agony, Type O Negative & A Pale Horse Named Death):
Sal Abruscato is synonymous to what the New York City Heavy Music scene represents: hard uncompromised work, original song writing, and not holding back when creating music. When we first heard A Pale Horse Named Death (his brand new band), our ears couldn't believe this man's vocal abilities. We had the chance to interview Sal at the Official Listening Party at Idle Hands Bar in New York City for the NEW album by A Pale Horse Named Death titled 'And Hell With Follow Me'.
6) Jamey Jasta (Hatebreed, Kingdom Of Sorrow & Jasta) and Shawn "Clown" Crahan (Slipknot):
Jamey Jasta is living proof that if you do everything in your power to accomplish your personal goals, you can live your own dream. This interview took place in Los Angeles, California, at the "Black Carpet" during the 2011 Revolver Golden Gods Awards, joining us in mid interview is none-other then Shawn Crahan # 6 (Clown from Slipknot) who discusses how Jamey Jasta reinvented Hardcore and Heavy Metal.
5) Geezer Butler (Black Sabbath & Heaven and Hell):
Here is an interview with one of the godfathers of Metal: Geezer Butler. This interview was conducted in Los Angeles, California, at the 2011 Revolver Golden Gods Awards. \m/
4) Devin Townsend (Strapping Young Lad & The Devin Townsend Project):
As we all know, Devin Townsend is one of the pioneers of "Progressive Metal", but when we chatted with him he made it clear that he doesn't sit back and enjoy his past success, for Townsend the most important thing is that his music is always evolving in order for him to keep bringing original music to the masses.
3) Vinny Stigma (Agnostic Front & Stigma):
Prior to the 2011 Black N Blue Bowl we had the chance to chat with Vinnie Stigma from the legendary New York Hardcore band Agnostic Front! During this interview, Stigma, who is the ambassador of New York Hardcore, talked to us about what it meant to be co-headlining such a historic event and about the NEW Agnostic Front album 'My Life, My Way'!
2) Phil Demmel and Dave McClain (Machine Head):
During these years Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival, we had the chance to catch up with lead guitarist Phil Demmel and drummer Dave McClain, to discuss with them the NEW Machine Head album 'Unto The Locust' and how they keep themselves focused while living on the road. He also discussed the impact that Mario Comesanas (RIP) had in the Heavy Music scene.
1) Vinnie Paul (Pantera, Damageplan & Hellyeah):
This interview took place in Los Angeles, California at the "Black Carpet" during the 3rd installment of the Revolver Golden Gods Awards. During the interview we talked with Vinnie about Pantera's legacy! So grab a black tooth and enjoy it!
We want to thank all the people who made all these interviews possible, and of course all of you for checking them out! In 2012, we're bringing all sorts of surprises your way, so stay tuned! \m/
Last Friday, December 9th, we had the privilege of catching the hometown debut show of A Pale Horse Named Death. The event took place at The Studio at Webster Hall in New York City and it was an unforgettable night. Sal Abruscato was joined by drummer Johnny Kelly (Type O Negative and Seventh Void), guitarist/vocalist Matt Brown (Seventh Void), and bassist Eric Morgan. The band's stage show was flawless, and they collectively sounded tighter than a virgin. If you haven't checked out A Pale Horse Named Death out, you are punishing your ears.
Right after the bands face melting session, we had the chance to once again interview Sal Abuscato. This time he talked about the band's success in 2011, as well as what's in store for A Pale Horse Named Death in 2012. Here is what went down.
A Pale Horse Named Death recently announced that their first ever European headlining tour will take place in early 2012. Dates are listed below. Before they head out on their European trek, the band will be performing a one-off show at Knitting Factory in Brooklyn, New York. The event is scheduled to take place on January 6, 2012.
In other A Pale Horse Named Death news, "And Hell Will Follow Me" has been named #6 on Revolver Magazine's Top 20 Albums of 2011. Not stopping there "And Hell Will Follow Me" also grabbed the number 6 spot on Germany's Laut.de. (Laut.de is one of the biggest German Alternative/Rock/mainstream music websites in Germany.) "And Hell Will Follow Me" is available in three different formats: Digipak CD, 2 LP Set and digital download. The 2 LP Set comes on 180 gram vinyl and also includes a copy of the CD. In addition the 2 LP set features an LP exclusive bonus track: "Pickup Truck".
Order "And Hell Follow Me" below.
One-off Show:
- January 6, 2012 in Brooklyn, NY at The Knitting Factory.
"Hell Across Europe" 2012 Headlining Tour:
- 11 Jan Vienna, AUSTRIA, Szene Wein
- 12 Jan Munich, GERMANY, Backstage
- 13 Jan Zurich, SWITZERLAND, Werk 21
- 14 Jan Novara, ITALY, Rock N Roll Arena
- 15 Jan Stuttgart, GERMANY, Die Röhre
- 17 Jan Wiesbaden, GERMANY, Schlachthof
- 18 Jan Cologne, GERMANY, Underground
- 20 Jan Dublin, IRELAND, The Pint
- 21 Jan Belfast, N. IRELAND, Spring & Airbrake
- 22 Jan Manchester, ENGLAND, Moho Live
- 24 Jan Wrexham, WALES, Central Station
- 25 Jan Wolverhampton, ENGLAND, Slade Rooms
- 27 Jan London, ENGLAND, The Borderline
- 29 Jan Antwerp, BELGIUM, Trix
- 31 Jan Copenhagen, DENMARK, The Rock
- 01 Feb Hamburg, GERMANY, Logo
- 02 Feb Kerkrade, NETHERLANDS, Rock Temple
- 03 Feb Amsterdam, NETHERLANDS, Melkweg
- 04 Feb Bielefeld, GERMANY, The Forum
- 05 Feb Saarbrucken, GERMANY, Garage Club
- 07 Feb Berlin, GERMANY, White Trash
- 10 Feb Warsaw, POLAND, Progresja
- 11 Feb Wroclaw, POLAND, Firlej
- 12 Feb Prague, CZECH REPUBLIC, Exit-US
LIVE - Line Up:
- Sal Abruscato (Life Of Agony), Guitar & Vocals
- Johnny Kelly (Type O Negative, Seventh Void), Drums
- Matt Brown (Supermassiv, Seventh Void), Guitar
- Eddie Heedles, Guitar
- Eric Morgan, Bass
When "And Hell With Follow Me" dropped this past June, we had the chance to interview Sal Abruscato at the Official Listening Party at Idle Hands Bar in New York City. Here is what went down:
On Thursday, May 25, our friends at Idle Hands Bar bring you the Official A Pale Horse Named Death listening party for their brand new album titled "And Hell Will Follow Me". Not only will the music be cranked and the drink specials will be poured to the masses, but the bands founder and front-man Mr. Sal Abruscato (Life of Agony) will be there to meet his fans. Here is the Official press release:
"A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH's debut album "And Hell Will Follow Me" is set to be released June 14th on SPV/Steamhammer. To celebrate the release of the album, the band will be hosting an exclusive listening party at Idle Hands Bar in New York, NY. Idle Hands is located at 25 Avenue B. The party is open to the public and members of APHND will of course be in attendance. Don't miss what is sure to be a killer event with drink specials and your chance to hear the new album before it hits stores."
Here is the artist bio:
"A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH is the brainchild of Brooklyn, NY native Sal Abruscato, and sounds like Alice in Chains mysteriously sneaking up behind Type O Negative with a butcher knife while being filmed for a future episode of "Law & Order". Critical acclaim has been quick upon the announcement of the album's June release.
Sal's partner in crime on "And Hell Will Follow Me" is Matt Brown, sound engineer extraordinaire and guitarist of fellow NY band SEVENTH VOID. "The chemistry between me and Matt is unique and flawless very rare in today's music. We are the murdering evil version of Lennon and McCartney." says Abruscato.
Brown adds, "Sal asked me if I would help to take these songs to the next level. I took on this project for my friend, to find some closure in rough times. The music is just an extension of our friendship and our passion for creativity."
The album artwork was done by Sam Shearon aka Mr. Sam, who has previously done work for Rob Zombie, Fear Factory and Cradle of Filth to name a few, and features a 20 page booklet with artwork for each individual song. Additionally, the Double LP version will feature a never before heard bonus track called "Pick Up Truck".
To top that all off, Life of Agony's Keith Caputo lent background vocals to four tracks and Lou Reed's saxophonist Ulrich Krieger guests on "Die Alone". Bobby Hambel from Biohazard - who also plays with the band live - played the guitar leads on three tunes.
APHND is also a force to be reckoned with live, with shows and festivals already planned in both the U.S. and Europe. Alongside Sal, Matt and Bobby, the live line-up places Type O and Seventh Void drummer Johnny Kelly behind the kit, and Eric Morgan on bass.
"This is my pinnacle creation, the best album I have ever done." commented Sal. And after listening, most people are tending to agree."
LIVE - Line Up: - Sal Abruscato (Life Of Agony), Guitar & Vocals - Johnny Kelly (Type O Negative, Seventh Void), Drums - Bobby Hambel (Biohazard), Guitar - Matt Brown (Supermassiv, Seventh Void), Guitar - Eric Morgan, Bass
Guests: - Keith Caputo (Life Of Agony) - background vocals - Ulrich Krieger (Lou Reed) - saxophone on "Die Alone" - Bobby Hambell (Biohazard) - additional guitars
Brooklyn's Life of Agony surfaced in 1989 when singer Keith Caputo, guitarist Joey Zampella, and bassist Alan Robert, took the New York underground scene by storm. They quickly perfected their angst-filled hybrid of Heavy Metal and Hardcore, obtaining a devoted audience in the process. On the eve of signing with Roadrunner Records, the band recruited former Type O Negative drummer Sal Abruscato as a permanent member. The end result was the first Life Of Agony album “River Runs Red”, which became an instant classic. Thanks to their straight-up energy and aggression in a crossover format, the group toured extensively upon its release.
Once the tour was completed, Life Of Agony went back into the studio to work on their next album titled "Ugly", which signaled a complete change of the band's signature Heavy sound. The album resembled the sounds of the alternative stars of the day, especially Stone Temple Pilots, which the record-buying public didn’t favor. Regardless of the record sales, Life O Agony was still able to retain their audience and the resulting tour was a success. Evidence of this success were their tours with Ozzy Osbourne, Korn, Type O Negative, and Anthrax. After the end of the tour, drummer Sal Abruscato exited the band and was replaced by Dan Richardson (formerly from Pro Pain/Crumbsuckers). Their next release was "Soul Searching Sun", which followed the same formula as its predecessor, and was again met by a varied response.
Before the band was scheduled to go on tour, singer Keith Caputo left the group because his heart was no longer in the music. The other band members were crushed, but because of their commitments with the record label, they needed to fill the spot right away. Former Ugly Kid Joe vocalist Whitfield Crane, who had told Joey Z during an Anthrax show about his intentions to play heavier music, filed Caputo’s shoes.
The new lineup only had one week to rehearse and get to know each other musically. Once the tour ended, they went back to the studio and decided that they didn't want to continue as Life of Agony without Caputo. They even flirted with the idea of having their bassist Alan Robert singing and having Stuck Mojo bassist Corey Lowery fill his spot. This strategy never worked and the band disbanded in April of 1999.
In 2003, the original lineup reunited for two shows. The reunion led to a live album titled "River Runs Again", followed by a studio album titled "Broken Valley" (released in June 2005).
In 2009, Life of Agony performed their legendary debut album "River Runs Red" in front of a sold out crowd in Brussels Belgium. They filmed the concert in its entirety, and later released a CD/DVD package titled "20 Years Strong: River Runs Red, Live in Brussels".
Now on a more personal note: In January 1998, I went to see Life Of Agony in Toronto not to long after coming back from Italy. Excited as I was about finally going to see the band that got me through some very rough times in my life, everything from addiction to dealing with my father’s death. Nothing could have prepared me for what I was about to experience on that stage. That night I saw two amazing bands: Megadeth and Life Of Agony...
So the show starts with “River Runs Red”, but what I heard was totally noticeable. Everyone started saying: “Hey that’s not Keith!” “What the fuck?!” Apparently no one was informed that Keith had left the band, man was I pissed! After waiting for so long to see Life Of Agony... and I get Whitfield Crane instead of Keith Caputo. I was never a fan of Ugly Kid Joe and I certainly was not going to like him singing Keith's songs. There was only one thing left to do to show my frustration, and this is when I noticed one thing: everyone was just as frustrated as I was! So what do I do next? I start a “We want Keith” chant. Crane definitely saw and heard the crowds discomfort, as Toronto raised their middle fingers instead of their horns, demanding Keith Caputo. I had no choice but to enjoy the instrumental aspect of the show. With that being said, I hope that Life Of Agony can come back to Toronto at and give me the concert I so badly want to see.
No matter what, I am and will always be a fan of Life Of Agony for life! And for that I raise both hands in the air and give this band the Horns Up!!!! Cheers.
Sal Abruscato, former drummer of Type O Negative and current drummer for Life of Agony, decided to leave his comfort zone behind the drums and to pick up the guitar. With his guitar work in A Pale Horse Named Death’s new record, titled “And Hell Will Follow Me”, he has proven that he is more than just an amazing drummer. On songs like “As Black As My Heart” and “Die Alone”, you can clearly hear his Type O Negative roots. I am glad to hear this in his music, it makes missing Peter Steele a little easier. Sal is currently in Europe with Life of Agony, but word on the street is that A Pale Horse Named Death is holding auditions in February 2011 for the drummer and bassist spots. Right now the band consists of Sal on lead vocals/guitar and Matt Brown on guitar/backup vocals. Once this band finalizes its lineup, they will be ready to go on tour and to kick some ass on stage! This will be a good time for all concert goers.
Right now you can visit their website and enter contests to win prizes. Currently there is a contest for winning a signed copy of their new record titled “And Hell Will Follow Me”. I suggest that you listen to it from beginning to the end, and pay close attention to the very last track “As Black As My Heart”, which I personally think is their best song.
According to various sources, Sal is already writing the next album. It is refreshing to see how much dedication Sal and Matt are putting into this band for the fans, for themselves, and for the ones they miss dearly. In the sleeve there is mention about Peter Steele R.I.P. I am sure that Pete is very proud of Sal. I strongly believe that A Pale Horse Named Death will get more exposure and that they have the potential of being one of the best bands of 2011...Cheers
