Paul Bostaph's First Interview As The NEW Drummer Of SLAYER!!!

On Thursday (May 30), half of SLAYER made a clear statement that they are far from done! That's right, Tom Araya and Kerry King will continue jamming even though they recently lost two of their original members: their friend and guitarist Jeff Hanneman who passed away from liver failure, and drummer Dave Lombardo (whom they fired).

The band has re-enlisted Paul Bostaph as their full time drummer. How does Bostaph feel about returning to SLAYER? Find out right now! Nikki Black, host of "The Metal Zone" on 107.7 The Bone, just posted her exclusive interview with Bostaph. This is the first interview that Bostaph grant after once again becoming the NEW SLAYER drummer. Check it out!



Bostaph will be behind the drum kit beginning June 4 when SLAYER kicks off the first leg of its 2013 international tour in Warsaw, Poland. EXODUS' Gary Holt will continue to fill in for fallen guitarist Jeff Hanneman.

Bostaph was SLAYER's drummer from 1992 until 2001 and recorded four albums with the band — the gold-certified "Divine Intervention" (1994), the 1996 punk covers album "Undisputed Attitude", "Diabolus In Musica" (1998), "God Hates Us All" (2001) that received a Grammy nomination for "Best Metal Performance", as well as the DVD "War At The Warfield" (2001), also certified gold. In addition to SLAYER, Bostaph has been a member of FORBIDDEN, EXODUS, SYSTEMATIC and TESTAMENT.

Slayer's 2013 international touring schedule is as follows:
JUNE:

 4         Impact Festival 2013, Warsaw, Poland

 6         Muziek Theatre, Enschede, Holland

 7         Rodahal, Kerkrade, Holland

 8         Sonisphere France, Amneville, France

10-11   The Academy, Dublin, Ireland

12        Limelight, Belfast, Ireland

14        Greenfield Festival, Interlaken, Switzerland

15        Geox Theatre, Padova, Italy

17        Antlantico, Rome, Italy

18        Obihall, Florence, Italy

19        Alcatraz, Milan, Italy

21        Metalfest Germany, St. Goarshausen, Germany

22        See-Rock Festival 2013, Graz, Austria

23        Culture Factory/Tvornica Kulture, Zagreb, Croatia

25        Kombank Arena, Belgrade, Serbiz

26        Hegyalja Festival, Tokaj, Hungary

27        With Full Force, Leipzig, Germany

29        Hi Voltage, Istanbul, Turkey

JULY:

 1         Heavy By The Sea, Athens, Greece

AUGUST:

 2         Resurrection Festival, Viviero, Spain

 6         Vega Main Hall, Copenhagen, Denmark

 7         Grona Lund Tivoli Outdoor, Stockholm, Sweden

 9         Jalomethallifestival 2013, Oulu, Finland

10        Oya Festival, Oslo, Norway

11        Bloodstock Open Air 2013, Derby, UK

15        Pukkelpop Festival, Kiweit Hasselt, Belgium

16        Low Lands Festival, Biddinghuizen, Holland

17        Elb-Riot Open Air Festival, Hamburg, Germany

18        X Rockfest, Herford, Germany

SEPTEMBER:

17        Foro Sol, Mexico City, Mexico

20        Jockey Club, Sao Paulo, Brazil

22        Rock In Rio 2013, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

24        Pedreira Paulo Leminski, Curitiba, Brazil

27        River Plate Stadium, Buenos Aires, Argentina

29        Jockey Club, Asuncion, Paraguay

OCTOBER:

 2         Estadio Nacional, Santiago, Chile

Related links:
SLAYER's official site 

SLAYER Is Far From Done, Paul Bostaph Rejoins The Band!

Half of SLAYER are making a clear statement that they are far from done! That's right, Tom Araya and Kerry King will continue jamming even though they recently lost two of their original members: their friend and guitarist Jeff Hanneman who passed away from liver failure, and drummer Dave Lombardo (whom they fired).

The band have announced that Paul Bostaph is back in SLAYER as their full-time drummer! Bostaph will be behind the drum kit beginning June 4 when SLAYER kicks off the first leg of its 2013 international tour in Warsaw, Poland. EXODUS' Gary Holt will continue to fill in for fallen guitarist Jeff Hanneman.

"Paul's a great drummer and a good friend, and we're very happy that he's decided to rejoin the band," said Tom Araya. "We're still pretty numb from the loss of Jeff, but we don't want to disappoint our European and South American fans, and we need to begin moving forward... Having Paul back in the band makes that a whole lot easier."

"I'm very excited to be rejoining SLAYER," added Bostaph. "We spent a very intense ten years of our lives together, had a lot of fun, made a lot of great music, so for me, this feels like coming home."

SLAYER's 2013 itinerary will have the band playing 35 dates that will include headline shows as well as a number of major summer festivals in Europe, Eastern Europe and South America between June and October.

Bostaph was SLAYER's drummer from 1992 until 2001 and recorded four albums with the band — the gold-certified "Divine Intervention" (1994), the 1996 punk covers album "Undisputed Attitude", "Diabolus In Musica" (1998), "God Hates Us All" (2001) that received a Grammy nomination for "Best Metal Performance", as well as the DVD "War At The Warfield" (2001), also certified gold. In addition to SLAYER, Bostaph has been a member of FORBIDDEN, EXODUS, SYSTEMATIC and TESTAMENT.

Slayer's 2013 international touring schedule is as follows:

JUNE:

 4         Impact Festival 2013, Warsaw, Poland

 6         Muziek Theatre, Enschede, Holland

 7         Rodahal, Kerkrade, Holland

 8         Sonisphere France, Amneville, France

10-11   The Academy, Dublin, Ireland

12        Limelight, Belfast, Ireland

14        Greenfield Festival, Interlaken, Switzerland

15        Geox Theatre, Padova, Italy

17        Antlantico, Rome, Italy

18        Obihall, Florence, Italy

19        Alcatraz, Milan, Italy

21        Metalfest Germany, St. Goarshausen, Germany

22        See-Rock Festival 2013, Graz, Austria

23        Culture Factory/Tvornica Kulture, Zagreb, Croatia

25        Kombank Arena, Belgrade, Serbiz

26        Hegyalja Festival, Tokaj, Hungary

27        With Full Force, Leipzig, Germany

29        Hi Voltage, Istanbul, Turkey

JULY:

 1         Heavy By The Sea, Athens, Greece

AUGUST:

 2         Resurrection Festival, Viviero, Spain

 6         Vega Main Hall, Copenhagen, Denmark

 7         Grona Lund Tivoli Outdoor, Stockholm, Sweden

 9         Jalomethallifestival 2013, Oulu, Finland

10        Oya Festival, Oslo, Norway

11        Bloodstock Open Air 2013, Derby, UK

15        Pukkelpop Festival, Kiweit Hasselt, Belgium

16        Low Lands Festival, Biddinghuizen, Holland

17        Elb-Riot Open Air Festival, Hamburg, Germany

18        X Rockfest, Herford, Germany

SEPTEMBER:

17        Foro Sol, Mexico City, Mexico

20        Jockey Club, Sao Paulo, Brazil

22        Rock In Rio 2013, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

24        Pedreira Paulo Leminski, Curitiba, Brazil

27        River Plate Stadium, Buenos Aires, Argentina

29        Jockey Club, Asuncion, Paraguay

OCTOBER:

 2         Estadio Nacional, Santiago, Chile

Via Blabbermouth


Related links:
SLAYER's official site 

METALLICA: Trailer For Their 3D Movie "Through the Never" Available Now!

As recently announced, IMAX Corporation and Picturehouse have announced that Metallica "Through the Never" will be digitally re-mastered into the immersive IMAX® 3D format and released wide in North America exclusively into IMAX® theatres for a one-week engagement starting Friday, September 27. The film will expand into additional theatres on October 4.

Today (May 22), the trailer for "Through the Never" has been revealed and we got it for you!



Related links:
Metallica

Jason Newsted Gets Knocked Out By Stage Diver In New York City - Video Available

Yesterday (May 21), Jason Newsted performed with his solo band NEWSTED at the Highline Ballroom in New York City. During the performance, Newsted was knocked out by a fan who decided it would be a good idea to hop on stage and then stage dive into the crowd. While stage diving is part of Metal shows, this stage diver ended up knocking Jason Newsted off his feet and could have caused some serious injuries on himself, on Newsted, or on other concert goers. Guys: PLEASE BE CAREFUL!

Our good friend Ryan Dwyer (pictured above) was right in front of Newsted when this incident took place, here is what he saw:

"I attended the Jason Newsted show last night in new York City at the Highline Ballroom and an incident took place during 'Whiplash'. During the solo, a fan jumped on stage to jump into the crowd but for some reason in the process, rammed Newsted into the audience where I was, and he fell on top of us and on to the floor. At first we thought Newsted wanted to crowd surf but we had no idea he was pushed since it happened so fast. Myself and the fans around me thought Jason was going to crowd surf but turns out a fan knocked him down and thought it was awesome that he did it. It looked like he was shaken up for a few seconds but the band continued on with 'Whiplash'. Jason was in high spirits again and continued playing like a badass. I caught up with Jason after the show and showed him the video. He was feeling a little sore but was still ok. He even said to me, put it on Youtube."




Upcoming NEWSTED tour dates in the United States:

May 22: The Middle East Downstairs - Cambridge, MA
May 23: The Stone Pony - Asbury Park, NJ

Get the NEW NEWSTED EP here!

Related links:
Jason Newstead's Official Site

HAVOK Are D O N E With Their NEW Record; Band To Devastate North America!

Following the completion of their NEW record 'Unnatural Selection', the band’s third full-length album for Candlelight Records, produced by guitarist David Sanchez and mixed by Terry Date (Pantera, Overkill, Deftones), HAVOK today announce their first headlining tour of North America. Dates are set to commence July 22 and will see the band journey through the southern states, travelling up the eastern seaboard before making their debut performance at Montreal’s annual Heavy MTL festival on August 11. The tour will be in support of their forthcoming NEW album, 'Unnatural Selection', set for release June 25.
The album features original artwork from Polish illustrator Rafal Wechterowicz (Slayer, Mastodon) and was mastered by James Murphy (Aborted, World Under Blood, Abigail Williams). Lead single, “Give Me Liberty… Or Give Me Death,” is set to impact Loud Rock/Metal Radio May 27. The topical thrash anthem delivers the young band’s classic thrash and old school Metal sound.

Candlelight Records launched the CD-only pre-order last week at the label’s official webstore HERE. The band has launched exclusive bundle packages via their official store. All bundle customers will be entered to win a golden ticket contest. One winner will be picked at random and will receive an autographed Charvel guitar, and one of everything in the HAVOK merch store. Go HERE for further details.

Currently on tour in Europe alongside Suffocation and Cephalic Carnage, HAVOK’s headlining tour follows their recently announced trilogy of release performances. Tickets are on sale now at venue box offices and companion ticket agencies. A copy of Unnatural Selection will be included with ticket purchases to June Colorado shows. For a full list of dates on their European tour visit the band’s official Facebook page HERE.

HAVOK, called “the finest thrash band in existence” by PopDose, released their full-length debut, Burn, in 2009.  Time Is Up would follow in 2011.  “HAVOK have hit their stride,” said Decibel Magazine.  “HAVOK is everything that is great about thrash,” added Terrorizer.  In 2012, the band released their EP Point of No Return; videos for the EP’s two original songs were released earlier this year.  The videos have had over 200,000 views since release.  The band plans three new videos for Unnatural Selection; details forthcoming. Confirmed HAVOK dates at press time are included below. Watch their NEW video for "From Cradle To The Grave" HERE!

HAVOK on the road in support of 'Unnatural Selection':

6/21/2013: Marquis Theatre – Denver, CO (release show)

6/22/2013: Black Sheep - Colorado Springs, CO (release show)

6/23/2013: Aggie Theater - Ft. Collins, CO (release show)

7/22/2013: Launchpad – Albuquerque, NM

7/24/2013: Chameleon Room - Oklahoma City, OK

7/25/2013: Three Links – Dallas, TX

7/26/2013: Dirty Dog – Austin, TX

7/27/2013: Zero’s - Corpus Christi, TX

7/28/2013: Fitzgerald’s – Houston, TX

7/29/2013: Siberia - New Orleans, LA

8/01/2013: Orpheum Theater – Tampa, FL

8/02/2013: Back Booth – Orlando, FL

8/03/2013: Ground Zero – Spartanburg, SC

8/04/2013: Blue Fox – Winchester, VA

8/05/2013: Empire – Springfield, VA

8/06/2013: Mojo 13 – Wilmington, DE

8/07/2013: Saint Vitus – Brooklyn, NY

8/08/2013: Church of Boston – Boston, MA

8/09/2013: Backstage at Champs – Trenton, NJ

8/11/2013: Heavy Mtl – Montreal, QC

8/16/2013: Vaudeville Mews - Des Moines, IA

8/17/2013: Riot Room - Kansas City, MO

HAVOK is guitarist/vocalist David Sanchez, bassist Mike Leon, guitarist Reece Scruggs, and drummer Pete Webber.  The band uses/endorses ESP Guitars, Charvel Guitars, EMG Pickups, Ernie Ball, Peavy Amplification, Pearl Drums, Trick Drums, and Sabian Cymbals.

Related links:
Havok's official site
Havok on Facebook
Candle Light Records

DEATH DIVISION Premiere A Song Called "We Are The Fallen"; Band To Be Part Of GIGANTOUR 2013!

DEATH DIVISION is the NEW Heavy Metal band founded by Bassist - Jerry Montano ( Hellyeah / Danzig / Nothingface / Down & Dirty ), Drummer - Tim Yeung ( Morbid Angel / Divine Heresy / Hate Eternal / Nile ), Vocals / Guitar - Sean De La Tour, and Lead Guitar - Rick Di Marco.

Today, the band has unleashed a NEW song called "We Are The Fallen"! Crank it proud!



Dave Mustaine has confirmed that DEATH DIVISION will be part of GIGANTOUR 2013! The band will be joined by MEGADETH, BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, HELLYEAH, DEVICE (David Draiman's NEW band), and NEWSTED.

 Here is the complete list of tour dates:

- JUL 03: Gilford, NH at Meadowbrook
- JUL 05: Uncasville, CT at Mohegan Sun Arena
- JUL 06: Canadaigua, NY at Marvin Sands PAC
- JUL 08: Clarkston, MI at DTE Energy Music Theatre
- JUL 09: Chicago, IL at Allstate Arena
- JUL 10: Youngstown, OH at Covelli Center
- JUL 13: Lubbock, TX at Lonestar Amphitheatre
- JUL 14: Corpus Christi, TX at Concrete Street Amphitheatre
- JUL 16: Oklahoma City, OK at Zoo Amphitheatre
- JUL 18: Bloomington, IL at US Cellular Coliseum
- JUL 19: Milwaukee, WI at Eagles Ballroom
- JUL 22: Winnipeg, MB at MTS Center
- JUL 23: Regina, SK at Brandt Centre
- JUL 25: Calgary, AB at Stampede Corral
- JUL 26: Edmonton, AB at Rexall Place
- JUL 27: Dawson Creek, BC at EnCana Events Centre
- JUL 29: Abbotsford, BC at Abbotsford Entertainment Center
- JUL 30: Everett, WA at Comcast Arena
- AUG 01: West Valley City, UT at Maverik Center
- AUG 02: Broomfield, CO at 1st Bank Center
- AUG 04: Fargo, ND at Scheels Arena
- AUG 09: Camden, NJ at Susquehanna Bank Center
- AUG 11: Toronto, ON at Molson Canadian Amphitheatre

Related links:
Death Division's official site
Gigantour's official site

MEGADETH: Gigantour 2013 VIP PACKAGES Available Now!

MEGADETH is going on the road again with GIGANTOUR! Loyal fans are getting the first opportunity to buy VIP Packages. The tour will also feature BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, HELLYEAH, DEVICE (David Draiman's NEW band), NEWSTED and DEATH DIVISION.

This is a LIMITED TIME, FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED OFFER. Be sure to check back as this page will be updated frequently.

There will be three ticketing options for this tour-

1. Regular Event Ticket

2. Premier Guitar VIP Package which is $699 and Includes:

• 1 GA Ticket
• A Signed DAVE MUSTAINE VMNT X Guitar
• Access to a Meet & Greet with Megadeth
• A Physical copy of "Super Collider"
• A Signed �Super Collider� Booklet
(delivered separately from CD)
• A Limited Edition Megadeth Flag
• A Megadeth Guitar Pick Pack (3 per pack)
• A Commemorative Laminate
• Pre-Show Open Bar (Beer & Wine)
• Crowd Free Merchandise Shopping
• On-Site VIP Concierge

3. Gold VIP Package which is $299 and Includes:

• 1 GA Ticket
• Access to a Meet & Greet with Megadeth
• A Digital Pre-Orders of "Super Collider"
(delivered on release date)
• A Limited Edition Megadeth Flag
• A Megadeth Guitar Pick Pack (3 per pack)
• A Commemorative Laminate
• Pre-Show Open Bar (Beer & Wine)
• Crowd Free Merchandise Shopping
• On-Site VIP Concierge

***Instructions for the VIP Packages will be emailed to purchasers about one week before the show***

For events that are Will Call method of delivery, you will be able to pick up your tickets the night of the show at the venue by showing an ID.
For events that offer mail method of delivery you should receive your tickets one week prior to the event.

NOTE: If at the start of the presale, your date reads 'ALL TIX IN SHOPPING CART', please refresh the page. It is possible that tickets are tied up in carts and will be made available again if those purchases are not completed in a certain amount of time.

If you require Accessible Seating, please Click Here

For constant updates, be sure to visit www.megadeth.com
See you at the shows!!

Related links:
Gigantour's official site
Gigantour on Twitter

Gigantour 2013: Massive Announcement From Dave Mustaine

Dave Mustaine has confirmed that MEGADETH will be joined by BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, HELLYEAH, DEVICE (David Draiman's NEW band), NEWSTED and DEATH DIVISION for the 2013 version of "Gigantour"!

Additionally, MEGADETH will be supporting their 14th studio album 'Super Collider' (available June 4th via Universal Music Group with Mustaine's NEW label, Tradecraft). BLACK LABEL SOCIETY features Zakk Wylde, while HELLYEAH features Vinnie Paul from PANTERA and DAMAGEPLAN, PLUS Chad Gray from MUDVAYNE! As mentioned above DEVICE features David Draiman from DISTURBED. Also featured on the bill are DEATH DIVISION, the band that features Tim Yeung from MORBID ANGEL and Jerry Montano from DANZIG and NOTHINGFACE. And as mentioned above, NEWSTED features Jason Newsted, former bassist for METALLICA.

Here is the complete list of tour dates:

- JUL 03: Gilford, NH at Meadowbrook
- JUL 05: Uncasville, CT at Mohegan Sun Arena
- JUL 06: Canadaigua, NY at Marvin Sands PAC
- JUL 08: Clarkston, MI at DTE Energy Music Theatre
- JUL 09: Chicago, IL at Allstate Arena
- JUL 10: Youngstown, OH at Covelli Center
- JUL 13: Lubbock, TX at Lonestar Amphitheatre
- JUL 14: Corpus Christi, TX at Concrete Street Amphitheatre
- JUL 16: Oklahoma City, OK at Zoo Amphitheatre
- JUL 18: Bloomington, IL at US Cellular Coliseum
- JUL 19: Milwaukee, WI at Eagles Ballroom
- JUL 22: Winnipeg, MB at MTS Center
- JUL 23: Regina, SK at Brandt Centre
- JUL 25: Calgary, AB at Stampede Corral
- JUL 26: Edmonton, AB at Rexall Place
- JUL 27: Dawson Creek, BC at EnCana Events Centre
- JUL 29: Abbotsford, BC at Abbotsford Entertainment Center
- JUL 30: Everett, WA at Comcast Arena
- AUG 01: West Valley City, UT at Maverik Center
- AUG 02: Broomfield, CO at 1st Bank Center
- AUG 04: Fargo, ND at Scheels Arena
- AUG 09: Camden, NJ at Susquehanna Bank Center
- AUG 11: Toronto, ON at Molson Canadian Amphitheatre

Related links:
Gigantour's official site Gigantour on Twitter

Jeff Hanneman Passes Away At The Age Of 49

We have some terrible breaking news: Slayer guitarist and founding member Jeff Hanneman died earlier today of liver failure. He was 49.

The band's longtime publicist issued the following statement today:

"Slayer is devastated to inform that their bandmate and brother, Jeff Hanneman, passed away at about 11AM this morning near his Southern California home. He was 49. Hanneman was in an area hospital when he suffered liver failure. He is survived by his wife Kathy, his sister Kathy and his brothers Michael and Larry, and will be sorely missed."

Hanneman co-founded the thrash metal greats with Kerry King in 1981; their breakthrough came in 1986 with the landmark album "Reign in Blood." Hanneman wrote or co-wrote the set's standout tracks, "Angel of Death" and "Raining Blood."

Our condolences go out to Jeff's family, friends and the Slayer camp! Rock in Peace, Jeff!

GIGANTOUR 2013 Announces Yet Another Killer Artist!

Earlier this week it was confirmed that MEGADETH will be joined by HELLYEAH, DEVICE (David Draiman's NEW band), and DEATH DIVISION for the 2013 version of "Gigantour"!

Another great reason to attend has been added! Jason Newsted has jumped on board the GIGANTOUR crazy train with his NEW solo band NEWSTED!

Additionally, MEGADETH will be supporting their 14th studio album 'Super Collider' (available June 4th via Universal Music Group with Mustaine's NEW label, Tradecraft). HELLYEAH features Vinnie Paul from PANTERA and DAMAGEPLAN, PLUS Chad Gray from MUDVAYNE! As mentioned above DEVICE features David Draiman from DISTURBED. Also featured on the bill are DEATH DIVISION, the band that features Tim Yeung from MORBID ANGEL and Jerry Montano from DANZIG and NOTHINGFACE. And as mentioned above, NEWSTED features Jason Newsted, former bassist for METALLICA.

More details, including tour-dates to be announced soon.

Related links:

Gigantour's official site
Gigantour on Twitter

ANTHRAX's Scott Ian Reveals Full Details For His "Speaking Words" Tour!

Following his fantastic London Garage show this past November, Scott Ian from ANTHRAX will be joining forces with Metal Hammer for a very unique full spoken-word tour. Arriving to the U.K. this May and June, the 16-date trek, dubbed "Speaking Words", will give him a chance to spill out many of the stories he has collected during his 30-plus-year career. A video teaser can be seen below.

Commented Ian: "I guarantee everyone who comes to my show will have a good time. There’s a saying, ‘there’s no story so good a drink won’t make it better’. My stories, plus drink, equals killer night out. Besides, don’t you want to know how tomato sauce can kill any STD? I have the answers."

Dates include:

May

24 - Oxford, England - O2 Academy
25 - Cardiff, England - The Gate
26 - Gloucester, England - Guildhall
27 - Plymouth, England - White Rabbit
28 - York, England - The Dutchess
29 - Rugby, England - The Vault

June

2 - Stoke, England - Underground
3 - Manchester, England - Sound Control
4 - Newcastle, England - The Cluny
5 - Glasgow, Scotland - The Arches
6 - Cork, Ireland - Cyprus Avenue
7 - Belfast, Ireland - Limelight
8 - Dublin, Ireland - Button Factory
10 - Bournemouth, England - O2 Academy
11 - London, England - The Garage 



Photo by: Zulie Alvarez

Related links:
Scott Ian's official site

OVERKILL & KREATOR To Tour Together With WARBRINGER!

This just in! Thrash Metal titans OVERKILL have confirmed a massive co-headlining tour with Germany’s own KREATOR. Support for the tour will come from California’s WARBRINGER. Bobby “Blitz” Ellsworth from OVERKILL comments: ”Overkill and Kreator is powerhouse combination, a serious one. Two thrash punch. This is what it’s all about! Hang on, LET’S DO THIS!”

Tickets will be exclusively available through enterthevault.com today (April 30), with general tickets going on sale May 14th. Dates will span the U.S. coast to coast with select dates in Canada.

10/30/13 Baltimore, MD – Soundstage Kreator close

10/31/13 Philadelphia, PA – The Trocadero  Overkill close
11/1/13 Worcester, MA – The Palladium(MA) Overkill close
11/2/13 Montreal, QUE – Club Soda Kreator close
11/3/13 Toronto, ON – Opera House Kreator close
11/4/13 Pittsburgh, PA – Altar Bar Kreator close
11/5/13 Columbus, OH – Al Rosa Villa Overkill close
11/6/13 Joliet, IL – Mojoes Overkill close
11/7/13 Lawrence, KS – Granada Kreator close
11/8/13 Englewood, CO – Gothic Theater Kreator close
11/9/13 Salt Lake City, UT – In the Venue Overkill close
11/11/13 Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theater Kreator close
11/12/13 Seattle, WA – El Corazon Overkill close
11/13/13 Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theatre Kreator close
11/14/13 San Fran, CA – Filmore Kreator close
11/15/13 Anaheim, CA – The Grove Kreator close
11/16/13 Tempe, AZ – Marquee Theatre Kreator close
11/17/13 Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theater Overkill close
11/18/13 Dallas, TX – Trees Overkill close
11/19/13 San Antonio, TX – Backstage Live Kreator close
11/21/13 Louisville, KY – Diamond Pub & Billiards Kreator close
11/22/13 W. Springfield, VA – Empire Overkill close
11/23/13 NYC, NY – Stage 48 Overkill close
11/24/13 NYC, NY – Stage 48 Overkill close

Related links:
Overkill
Kreator 
Warbringer  

GIGANTOUR 2013: Lineup Details Available!

Are you ready for what promises to be one of the hardest hitting tours of 2013? It has been confirmed that MEGADETH will be joined by HELLYEAH, DEVICE (David Draiman's NEW band), and DEATH DIVISION for the 2013 version of "Gigantour"!

These are all great reasons to attend!

MEGADETH will be supporting their 14th studio album 'Super Collider' (available June 4th via Universal Music Group with Mustaine's NEW label, Tradecraft). HELLYEAH features Vinnie Paul from PANTERA and DAMAGEPLAN, PLUS Chad Gray from MUDVAYNE! As mentioned above DEVICE features David Draiman from DISTURBED. Also featured on the bill are DEATH DIVISION, the band that features Tim Yeung from MORBID ANGEL and Jerry Montano from DANZIG and NOTHINGFACE.

More details, including tour-dates to be announced soon.

Related links:

Gigantour's official site
Gigantour on Twitter

Oderus From GWAR "reviews/bashes" NEW MEGADETH Song "Super Collider"

It is no surprise that Oderus Urungus from GWAR is not a fan of Dave Mustaine from MEGADETH. His Mustaine bashing began last year when Mustaine implied that U.S. president Barack Obama was somehow responsible for the mass shootings in Colorado and Wisconsin.

In anticipation of MEGADETH's NEW album 'Super Collider' (set to be released on June 4th via Universal Music Group), the band recently premiered the title track for their 14th studio album HERE. Oderus like many us heard the song, here is his "Tweet review":

"Boy. I just listened to the title track of 'Supercollider'. Boy, that's fucking horrible. The other song isn't that awful... until he opens his mouth... which is always the problem with Dave (Mustaine)."

Listen to "Super Collider" HERE & let us know what you think!

Related links:
Follow Oderus on Twitter
GWAR's Official Site
Megadeth's Official Site

METALLICA's 3D Movie to be available at IMAX® theatres!

IMAX Corporation and Picturehouse today announced that Metallica Through the Never, filmmaker Nimród Antal's captivating 3D movie featuring one of music's most enduring and iconic bands, will be digitally re-mastered into the immersive IMAX® 3D format and released wide in North America exclusively into IMAX® theatres for a one-week engagement starting Friday, September 27. The film will expand into additional theatres on October 4.

Starring Metallica, a cast of thousands of their fans and breakout star Dane DeHaan (Chronicle, The Amazing Spider-Man 2), Metallica Through the Never is written and directed by award-winning filmmaker Nimród Antal (Predators, Kontroll) and produced by former IMAX film producer Charlotte Huggins (Journey to the Center of the Earth). The film marries groundbreaking footage and editing techniques with a compelling narrative, in which a band crew member (played by DeHaan) is sent out on a mission during Metallica's roaring live set in front of a sold-out arena. While on this mission, he unexpectedly has his life turned completely upside down.

"IMAX! It doesn't get bigger or cooler than that!" said Lars Ulrich who formed Metallica in 1981 together with James Hetfield. "For four guys in a Rock band of average height, to get a chance to unleash their 3D film on IMAX screens the size of buildings across the country is a mind-blowing thought. 'Hey look, Mom, I'm 50 feet tall (finally!)' There is no better way to experience film and when you throw in the spectacle of music and sound this should amount to an unprecedented, unique and truly next level experience."

The IMAX 3D release of Metallica Through the Never will be digitally re-mastered into the image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience® with proprietary IMAX DMR® (Digital Re-mastering) technology. The crystal-clear images, coupled with IMAX's customized theatre geometry and powerful digital audio, create a unique environment that will make audiences feel as if they are in the movie.

Related links:
Metallica

NEWSTED Forced To Cancel Their San Jose, CA Concert - Statement Available!

Bassist Jason Newsted's (ex-METALLICA) NEW musical project NEWSTED have completed the recording session for their full-length debut album. NEWSTED's as of yet untitled album will be released around the same time that the band will appear at this year's Download festival this Summer. NEWSTED is scheduled to begin mixing the effort later this week, with more details to be announced soon.

NEWSTED has just announced via Facebook that their concert at the San Jose Rock Shop in San Jose, CA has been cancelled:
"We regret to inform our San Jose fans that due to circumstances beyond our control, the Newsted show at the Rock Shop on April 23rd has been cancelled. Refunds will be available at point of purchase."
 
Upcoming NEWSTED tour dates in the United States:

Apr. 23: San Jose Rock Shop - San Jose, CA
Apr. 24: The Starline - Fresno, CA
Apr. 26: The Alley - Sparks, NV
Apr. 27: Ace of Spades - Sacramento, CA
May 01: The Roxy - Los Angeles, CA
May 03: Vinyl - Las Vegas, NV
May 04: KUPD Ufiesta - Mesa, AZ
May 15: Planet Rock - Battle Creek, MI
May 17: The Crofoot - Pontiac, MI
May 18: Bottom Lounge - Chicago, IL
May 21: Highline Ballroom - New York, NY
May 22: The Middle East Downstairs - Cambridge, MA
May 23: The Stone Pony - Asbury Park, NJ

Get the NEW NEWSTED EP here!

Related links:
Jason Newstead's Official Site

NEWSTED: NEW Album Update Available As Band Gets Ready To Hit The Road!

Bassist Jason Newsted's (ex-METALLICA) NEW musical project NEWSTED have completed the recording session for their full-length debut album. NEWSTED's as of yet untitled album will be released around the same that the band will appear at this year's Download festival this Summer. NEWSTED is scheduled to begin mixing the effort later this week, with more details to be announced soon.
 
NEWSTED on tour in the United States:

Apr. 19: Red House - Walnut Creek, CA
Apr. 23: San Jose Rock Shop - San Jose, CA
Apr. 24: The Starline - Fresno, CA
Apr. 26: The Alley - Sparks, NV
Apr. 27: Ace of Spades - Sacramento, CA
May 01: The Roxy - Los Angeles, CA
May 03: Vinyl - Las Vegas, NV
May 04: KUPD Ufiesta - Mesa, AZ
May 15: Planet Rock - Battle Creek, MI
May 17: The Crofoot - Pontiac, MI
May 18: Bottom Lounge - Chicago, IL
May 21: Highline Ballroom - New York, NY
May 22: The Middle East Downstairs - Cambridge, MA
May 23: The Stone Pony - Asbury Park, NJ

Get the NEW NEWSTED EP here!

Related links:
Jason Newstead's Official Site

EVILE Premiere Album Teaser For 'Skull', Listen To Samples Of Their NEW Music!

Oh yeah! Not only have EVILE revealed the cover artwork for their upcoming new album 'SKULL', but they are also premiering a trailer featuring their NEW music (see below)!

The band’s follow-up to 2011′s 'FIVE SERPENT’S TEETH' was once again recorded with producer RUSS RUSSELL (NAPALM DEATH, DIMMU BORGIR) at Parlour Studios in Kettering, England. The artwork for the album was painted by artist ELIRAN KANTOR (TESTAMENT, SODOM, HATEBREED).

EVILE drummer BEN CARTER comments:

“Evile are proud as hell to reveal the title and artwork for our fourth studio album on Earache Records, which is to be entitled ‘SKULL’. We’d like to extend our thanks to Eliran Kantor for his amazing artistic representation of our original concept, which we’ll reveal further details of in the coming weeks.  Our fans can expect this album to be a return to our thrashier roots, as well as exploring new ground in typical Evile form.  We’ve always said we want to progress and move forward in everything we do, and this album is no exception.  We’re so amazed with everything Russ Russell and ourselves have produced, and can’t wait for it to be released upon the masses!  Watch this space for more updates and album details.  SKULL is coming…  SKULL AWAITS YOUR SOUL!!!”

EVILE lead guitarist OL DRAKE adds:

“‘Skull’ is not what you think.  ‘Skull’ is not where you think.  ‘Skull’ is a mythical void in the deep fathoms of space.”



Pre-order SKULL from 6pm UK time on April 2nd:

Europe - http://bit.ly/c7wbbN
North America - http://bit.ly/9aOHhw

Related links:
EVILE's official site 

HAVOK Premiere Video For “From The Cradle To The Grave” In Anticipation Of Their NEW Album!

Denver thrashers HAVOK have premiered their latest video for the song "From The Cradle To The Grave" from their 2012 EP, 'The Point Of No Return'. The video, directed by Roy Warner, was filmed on location in Detroit during the band’s final tour of 2012 alongside Skeletonwitch. The premiere coincides with the band’s continued work on their anticipated Terry Date produced third full-length album. Watch it now!



HAVOK fans can expect the Denver-based thrashers to keep an active schedule for 2013. Sanchez says, “We’re currently wrapped up in the studio writing our NEW album. We should be finished recording in March and then, in usual HAVOK fashion, we’ll tour practically all year! There are lots of exciting things coming up in 2013. Keep an eye out for tour dates and we’ll see all of you on the road soon! Until then, spread the word and support Heavy Metal."

HAVOK expect to complete all work on their new record in the coming weeks. Album information and special pre-order details will be announced shortly.

HAVOK w/ The Casualties, Goatwhore:

- 4/01/2013: Launchpad - Albuquerque, NM
- 4/02/2013: Rocky Point - Tempe, AZ 
- 4/03/2013: The Observatory - Santa Ana, CA
- 4/04/2013: The Vex - Los Angeles, CA
- 4/05/2013: Cheyenne Saloon - Las Vegas, NV w/ Goatwhore only
- 4/06/2013: The Oakland Metro - Oakland, CA
- 4/07/2013: The Alley - Reno, NV
- 4/08/2013: The Branx - Portland, OR
- 4/09/2013: Studio Seven - Seattle, WA 
- 4/11/2013: The Venue - Boise, ID w/ Suffocation, Exhumed, Jungle Rot, Rings of Saturn
- 4/13/2013: In the Venue - Salt Lake City, UT w/ Suicidal Tendencies

Related links:
Havok's official site
Havok on Facebook
Candle Light Records