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New NECHOCHWEN To Be Released Later This Year - 06/17/09

West Virginia's Nechochwen is the passionate exploration of Native American Indian heritage through stunning classical guitar instrumentation and lush atmosphere. With his debut full-length, "Algonkian Mythos" for Dark Horizon Records (now available through our webshop!), Nechochwen, the sole creator of this art and man from which the "band" receives it's namesake, set out to create a very powerful trip back in time to the French and Indian War. By the call of war drums, ritualistic/shamanic/trance-like ambient passages, and bold musical compositions that embrace eclectic/folk instrumentation, "Algonkian Mythos" inspires a vibrant mental journey guided further back in time by ancestral spirits eager to share the tales of how they lived, and died. Bindrune came in contact with Nechochwen at last years Heathen Crusade Festival (RIP) and was deeply moved by the uniqueness and unending creativity found in the complete devotion the artist possesses for his music and heritage. Coming in late fall/early winter of 2009, Bindrune shall unveil Nechochwen's second full-length entitled, "Azimuths to the Otherworld", a 13 track journey into the mysterious world of the Adena and Hopewell people that dwelled in the Ohio River Valley nearly 2 millennia ago. Currently being recorded by Andrew Della Cagna at Sacred Sound Recording Studio ( www.myspace.com/obsidiansoundstudio ), "Azimuths to the Underworld" is the logical continuation of "Algonkian..." spiritually and musically. Due to the dark and mystical content of this album, more of an aggressive and uniquely metal influence can be found dancing among the tracks. The results are truly magical/groundbreaking as Nechochwen look deep within and further back in time to lead the spirits back from their home among the stars, to once again traverse the forgotten trails of the Ohio River Valley. Album artwork, live dates, release date, and a more in-depth view into the concept of "Azimuths..." will be available on this site soon. In the meantime, we have uploaded a song from the upcoming album to the Bindrune myspace page, or navigate to the Nechochwen myspace page for more songs and info:
www.myspace.com/nechochwenstronghold

"Azimuths to the Otherworld" Tentative track listing:
1. Allumhammochwen: The Crossing
2. At Night May I Roam
3. Gissis Mikana
4. Red Ocher
5. Confluence
6. The Eyes of the Mesingw
7. Charnel House
8. Graves of Grandeur
9. Noameatha, You are the Ghost in the Water
10. The Forgotten Death Ritual
11. Four Effigies
a. The Turtle Effigy
b. The Adena Pipe
c. Amanita Mushroom Wand
d. Weeping Eye
12. Azimuths to the Otherworld
13. Graves of Grandeur (Reprise)



New Issue of VIRUS Fanzine Out Now - 06/17/09

VIRUS fanzine ‘curse’ bakk in 2009 !! Now #5 out with more and more zygoatikal freezing slaughter !! The best ever issue from this 666HauntedAxe fanzine.

Find ‘graveless’ interview with As Sahar (Sin), Black Abyss (Mal), Shackles (Aus), Inferis (Chi), Spearhead (UK), Hellghast (Sing), Witchcurse (Gre), Enshadowed/Burial Hordes (Gre), Maniak (Phi), Necrolisis (Costa Rica), Grave Desecrator (Bra)…

Pure long and informative conversation by each bands.

The black/death beast Abhorer’s intie also included here with permission from Frank Stover.

Not enough, three sexyrigalust articles/essay from the maniAXE name Adam of Necroscope metalzine !! All exorcist here done with seraphim artwork ++ REAL cut n’ paste !! Others are fresh freezing news, goat’s bios, reviews.. All things about METAL underground !!

As bonus, this ferox came with CD sampler each bands VIRUS interview. A4 xerox 64 pages English written. Moronic price only RM 10 (Mal), USD 4 (Asia), USD 6 (World). PLEASE HIDE YOUR CASH CAREFULLY

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Legendary AT WAR Announces Release of New Album - 06/13/09

US war metal legends AT WAR are pleased to announce that their new studio album, entitled Infidel, will be unleashed upon the masses on August 18th 2009. Their first new studio album in over 20 years, Infidel proves to be AT WAR's most brutal and uncompromising work to date featuring nine tracks of pure war metal the likes of which can only be delivered by AT WAR.

Formed in 1983 by guitarist Shawn Helsel, bassist and vocalist Paul Arnold and drummer Dave Stone AT WAR went on to solidify themselves as one premier metal bands in the American underground. After the reviews and college radio play of their 1985 demo Eat Lead, AT WAR went on to release their albums Ordered to Kill (1986) and Retaliatory Strike (1987) for New Renaissance Records. A follow up to Retaliatory Strike was recorded in 1994 but ultimately scrapped which prompted AT WAR to go on an indefinite hiatus only to have the beast awaken from its slumber in 2006 to begin working the material that would become Infidel. Throughout 2007 and 2008, a series of triumphant US shows and festival appearances in Europe and Mexico showed AT WAR at the top of their game and unphased by the passage of time or musical trends.

Earlier this year AT WAR once again entered Pyramid Sound to record Infidel with Alex Perialas known for not only has work on AT WAR'S seminal 1987 album Retaliatory Strike but for genre defining albums by such bands as ANTHRAX, TESTAMENT, OVERKILL, NUCLEAR ASSUALT, ETC. Infidel's stunning cover artwork comes courtesy of legendary illustrator and photographer Claudio Bergamin.


Upcoming AT WAR shows:

July 24th @ Volume 11 in Raleigh, NC with Mobile Death Camp, Kiff, and Armored Uprising
July 25th @ Alley Katz in Richmond Va. with Beyond Fallen and guests.

Listen to AT WAR at http://www.myspace.com/atwartheband



HEAVY ARTILLERY Signs SIGN OF THE JACKAL - 05/20/09

Continuing to make their mark be known on the world of metal HEAVY ARTILLERY is pleased to announce the signing of Italy’s SIGN OF THE JACKAL. Fans of Enforcer, Cauldron, Ignitor, RAM, Gates of Slumber, Wolf and traditional heavy metal take note; when SIGN OF THE JACKAL come to fight for rock no prisoners will be taken!

Born in the frigid winter of 2007 in the Rovereto, Italy four friends were brought together by a mutual passion for classic heavy metal and horror movies. These four friends sought to create a band that paid homage to such 80’s metal legends as Warlock, Black Knight, Taist of Iron, Black Lace, Judas Priest and Lizzy Borden-that band became SIGN OF THE JACKAL. The core of the band was formed with Bob on rhythm/lead guitar, Sergio Mate on drums, Kill on bass and lead vocalist and front woman Laura on vocals. The bulk of gigs in their first year found SIGN OF THE JACKAL covering their favorite classic metal songs, opting to avoid the hits and instead keep things interesting with a set list full of rare b-sides and obscure album tracks. However, the band desired to write their own songs and have a fuller sound so in April 2008 rhythm guitarist Max was added to complete the line-up. With the line up complete, SIGN OF THE JACKAL quickly found their own sound, meshing together classic metal and horror influences to create a buzz for themselves amongst European underground metal fans. By Winter 2008 SIGN OF THE JACKAL’s debut two track demo, the aptly-named Haunted House Tapes, found its way across the Atlantic for American underground metal fans and ultimately to HEAVY ARTILLERY who proudly welcomes them to their roster of exclusive artists.

Look for Haunted House Tapes appearing as a limited edition vinyl single on Heavy Artillery during fall 2009, to be followed by the band’s debut full-length album in 2010.

Listen to SIGN OF THE JACKAL at http://www.myspace.com/signofthejackalmetal



GENERICHRIST Launches New Official Website - 04/14/09

Tampa Bay, Florida's GENERICHRIST has launched the new Official Sonic Casket of Generichrist website at www.Generichrist.com. The web page will be the main place to get the latest news and updates on the the band. Also, you can visit them at www.myspace.com/Generichrist.

Also confirmed by founder/frontman Tony Anderson is that GENERICHRIST is currently working on the material for a special limited Asian release that will be titled "MINDDUMPSTER". GENERICHRIST is currently working out details with an Underground Asian Metal label and all info will be posted in the next two weeks. This will be the debut of new drummer Marc Ciccosanti and guitarist Nick Palm to the line-up.

GENERICHRIST



Pennsylvania's Legendary BATHYM To Reform - 04/09/09

SATHANAS founder Paul Tucker has announced that he is reforming the blasphemous 90's old school death thrash metal trio BATHYM! Paul will continue his duties on guitar and vocals, with original members Eric Watson and Bill Smiley filling bass and drum positions respectfully.

There are plans in the works to release a full length CD featuring brand new material.

This project will feature old school death thrash at its finest! More news will be forthcoming as it develops.

Interested labels contact Paul at sathanaspaul@hotmail.com or Ed at ed@unearthlyevil.com

BATHYM

SATHANAS



ENFORCER Unveil Music Video for "Black Angel" - 04/02/09

Hot off the heels of a successful European tour in support of their critically acclaimed debut album Into the Night, Swedish metal powerhouse ENFORCER are pleased on unveil their music video for the track “Black Angel”.

Summoning the classic metal sounds of IRON MAIDEN and MERCYFUL FATE, ENFORCER delivers melody, hooks and vocal range not heard since the golden days of heavy metal. Prepare to enter the world of ENFORCER where heavy metal is the law!

Additionally ENFORCER will be announcing full US tour dates shortly.

Watch the video for “Black Angel” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhNBwRrDSBU&

Or at the Heavy Artillery myspace profile http://www.myspace.com/heavyartillerymetal

Listen to ENFORCER at http://www.myspace.com/enforcerswe



New GENERICHRIST Lineup - 03/22/09

GENERICHRIST founder/frontman Tony Anderson has announced the addition of drummer Marc Ciccosanti and guitarist Nick Palmer to the line-up. The band is currently working on material for the 4 way split with NECROCANNIBALISTIC VOMITORIUM out of the Ukraine, FASCIST INSECT out of Ohio, and SARLACC from Pittsburgh. The split will be released late this summer. GENERICHRIST is also working on songs for the follow up to their 2009 "Fuck Ritual" record. All updates can be found at www.myspace.com/generichrist


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