Slipknot's Shawn "Clown" Crahan Confirms NEW Studio Album & Discusses 10th-Anniversary Reissue Of 'Iowa'!

Ever since the tragic passing of Slipknot's bassist Paul Gray in May of 2010, the future of Slipknot has been one of the biggest mysteries within the Heavy Music world. While the band did make a triumphant return to Europe this summer, where they headlined the Sonisphere Festival show in Knebsworth, England, the remaining members of Slipknot are taking their time and are strategically planning every step the band takes after the passing of # 2. Here is what percussionist Shawn "Clown" Crahan had to say about this matter, on a recent interview with Kerrang! magazine.

"There's plans [to make another record] but that's a way off. No one will push it, because it's going to be a big one. It'll be closer to 'Iowa', but it'll be sadder and crazier. And really thought provoking, it could even be conceptual. We're still taking some time to reflect on our brother [Gray]. Everybody needs to be collecting thoughts so they can get it out and no one has really had time to collect thoughts yet. But we're the fucking 'KNOT. And when we come out, you'll know your band is done."

This is what vocalist Corey Taylor had to say regarding a NEW Slipknot album.

"It's still too soon. At least that's how I feel. I'm not ready to make a Slipknot album. I think there will be a day when we do. But for me, doing it now wouldn't make sense. You can't do a three-week tour then jump into the studio, especially after something like this. It makes more sense to do a few more tours and reconnect as a band first. If we jumped right in, it wouldn't be about the absence. It would be about the rest of us. We were the nine, but there's a piece missing. We should allow people to pay their respects before we come out with new music. We should do this right."

Regarding the reissue of "IOWA" (set for release on November 1, 2011, via Roadrunner Records), this is what "Clown" had to say to Terrorizer Magazine the external influences that went into the writing process behind "Iowa".

"Basically being on the road for a long, long time for the first record [1999's self-titled debut], not knowing if we were ever going to stop, taking all that knowledge, not making a fucking dollar that whole time, the drugs, the alcohol, the isolation, the sadness of being alone for some. Those are just a few things that went into making "Iowa". And lets not forget where the world was at that time the world was a very scary place at that time, things that happened in 2001, that changed the world forever."

As far as touring plans, both Corey Taylor and Shawn Crahan confirmed a few weeks ago that Slipknot are planning a US tour for Spring of 2012. Stay tuned for more Slipknot news!

Related links:
SLIPKNOT's Official Site
Roadrunner Records

Cavalera Conspiracy Forced to Cancel New York City Show! Otep & Earth Crisis to Perform Tonight in Long Island!

New York City headbangers, we regret to inform you that the Cavalera Conspiracy show with Otep, Earth Crisis and Mold Breaker, that was scheduled for today (October 13th) at the Best Buy Theater in New York City, has officially been canceled. No further information has been released yet. Refunds are available at point of purchase. Internet and phone orders will automatically be canceled and refunded.

In order to keep the show going and please their multitude of fans, Otep and Earth Crisis have scheduled a show tonight (October 13th) at Ollie’s Point in Amityville, NY. Admission fee is $15 at the venue and the doors open at 10PM. Ages are 18 and over with ID.

Additionally, if you email a photo of your NYC Best Buy Theater ticket to otepteam@yahoo.com, you will be granted a special VIP meet-and-greet with Otep at tonight’s show, with a possible poetry reading from Otep Shamaya. Plus, the best Halloween costume of the night will win a special prize from Otep.

Here is the itinerary for the rest of the tour.

- Oct 13, 2011 at Best Buy Theatre in New York, NY (CANCELED)
- Oct 14, 2011 at The Palladium in Worcester, MA
- Oct 15, 2011 at Batisse Industrielle in Trois-Rivieres, QUE CA
- Oct 16, 2011 at The Chance in Poughkeepsie, NY
- Oct 17, 2011 at The Mod Club in Toronto, ON CA
- Oct 18, 2011 at Lost Horizon in Syracuse, NY
- Oct 19, 2011 at Altar Bar in Pittsburgh, PA
- Oct 20, 2011 at the Crocodile Rock in Allentown, PA
- Oct 21, 2011 at Mc Gruffy's House of Rock in Dayton, OH
- Oct 22, 2011 at The Intersection in Grand Rapids, MI
- Oct 24, 2011 at Station 4 in St. Paul, MN
- Oct 25, 2011 at Pop's in Sauget, IL
- Oct 26, 2011 at The Midland Theatre by AMC in Kansas City, MO
- Oct 27, 2011 at Bluebird Theater in Denver, CO
- Nov 01, 2011 at The Glass House in Pomona, CA
- Nov 02, 2011 at Key Club in Los Angeles, CA

Related links:
Cavalera Conspiracy
Roadrunner Records

Black Sabbath - HD Video of 1970 Concert in Paris, France!

The music of Black Sabbath is enjoyed by kids, teenagers, adults, and even old people. Check out this amazing footage of the band performing in Paris, France on December of 1970. This concert took place two months after the UK release of "Paranoid", an album that changed Heavy Music forever!



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Black Sabbath

Sworn Enemy Announce End Of The Year Shows!

Through blood, sweat, determination, and their signature New York toughness, Brooklyn's legendary Hardcore Metal outfit Sworn Enemy have announced two epic shows in order to conclude 2011 with a bang! After a fierce month-long European tour, Hardcore Metal legends Sworn Enemy will close out 2011 with two East Coast shows.

"After a great summer in Europe, we wanted to celebrate the end of another successful year with a few hometown shows for our tristate area friends," says drummer Danny Lamegna.

- Thursday, December 1: Clifton, NJ at Dingbatz

- Saturday, December 3: NYC, NY at Tabacco Road

Discography:

- Negative Outlook
- Integrity Defines Strength
- As Real as it Gets
- Internet Promo
- The Beginning of the End
- Maniacal
- Total World Domination

Sworn Enemy is:

- Sal Lococo - Vocals
- Matt Garzilli - Guitar
- Anthony Paganini - Bass
- Jeff Cummings - Guitar
- Danny Lamagna - Drums



Related links:
Sworn Enemy's Official Site
Sworn Enemy on Facebook
Official Facebook Invite

A Pale Horse Named Death Announces First String of Shows!

When A Pale Horse Named Death released their debut album "And Hell Will Follow Me" this past June, the groove factor was in full effect and as a result a lot of ear drums got turned on by Sal Abruscato's latest musical adventure. Ever since then, the fans have been patiently waiting for the band to perform all over the country.

In order to prepare for a string of shows in New York and New Jersey, APHND recently recruited new guitarist Eddie Heedles. The shows will take place in New York City on Friday, December 9th at The Studio at Webster Hall and in Clifton, NJ on December 10th, at Dingbatz. This is what front-man Sal Abruscato had to say about this.

"I am honored to finally announce that APHND will be doing their very first show in NYC, being that we are all native New Yorkers it's definitely going to be special for us. We are very excited to close the year with APHND's "Death Before Christmas" show at the Studio @ Webster Hall Dec 9th."

- 12/9 New York, NY @ The Studio @ Webster Hall
- 12/10 Clifton, NJ @ Dingbatz

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:



Related links:
A Pale Horse Named Death
SPV