"Katatonia have long displayed a masterful propensity for expressing the tears and torments of mortality, offering sumptuous glimmers of sonic hope to soothe our troubled souls," so states the biography of the band via their website. It's not a boast it is simply a fact. The 25-year-old band out of Stockholm has survived the test … Continue reading The Fall Of Hearts Tour: Katatonia, Caspian, and Uncured in Pittsburgh @MrSmalls
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PARADISE LOST premieres new track, “Our Saviour 2013”
Today, gothic-doom metallers PARADISE LOST and Decibel Magazine.com have teamed-up to premiere the band's newly recorded track, "Our Saviour 2013", taken from their upcoming album, Tragic Illusion 25 (The Rarities). Due out on October 21st in Europe (digitally on November 5th in North America), Tragic Illusion 25 (The Rarities) features artwork by Parisian designer Valnoir (www.metastazis.com), who has worked with artists such … Continue reading PARADISE LOST premieres new track, “Our Saviour 2013”
Katatonia: The Dead End Kings Rule Over Pittsburgh
How does one describe Katatonia to the uninitiated? The first time I saw the guys I had not even heard them yet, having been introduced to them by the guys in Paradise Lost and Devin Townsend. I had no idea who they were and I would like to think I have a very vast knowledge … Continue reading Katatonia: The Dead End Kings Rule Over Pittsburgh
Tesseract Give Altered State Performance at Mr. Smalls Pittsburgh
The UK Progressive rock band TesseracT returned to Pittsburgh and to North America with the likes of Katatonia, Cult of Luna and Intronaut at Mr. Smalls. Following their dates with Katatonia, TesseracT has announced a headline tour with support being provided by Scale the Summit and Anciients- These shows kick off October 9th. TesseracT described these shows as an, … Continue reading Tesseract Give Altered State Performance at Mr. Smalls Pittsburgh
Katatonia Returns to Mr. Smalls in Pittsburgh 9/26
Katatonia last toured North America in spring 2013 in support of the band’s 2012 release, Dead End Kings. The album was the band’s most successful to date and cemented the Swede’s position as the master of darkened metal. Dead End Kings was released on Peaceville, Katatonia’s home for the past 14 years. If you caught … Continue reading Katatonia Returns to Mr. Smalls in Pittsburgh 9/26
August 2, 2013 (Los Angeles, CA) - UK Progressive rock band TesseracT will be returning to North America for two tours! First the band will hit the road with Katatonia, Cult of Luna and Intronaut. That tour begins September 23rd in Boston, MA and runs through October 7th in San Francisco, CA. Immediately following their dates with Katatonia, TesseracT has announced a … Continue reading
Dan Swano signs long-term worldwide deal with Century Media Records
It's with great pride and joy that Century Media Records can announce the signing of a long-term worldwide deal with Swedish singer, multi-instrumentalist and producer extraordinaire Dan Swanö. Most dedicated metalheads will not only be able to call themselves owners of certain releases by one Dan's many outstanding bands/projects (EDGE OF SANITY, NIGHTINGALE, etc.), but … Continue reading Dan Swano signs long-term worldwide deal with Century Media Records
DARK TRANQUILLITY to release new album, ‘Construct,’ in May 2013
The guardians of the Gothenburg sound, DARK TRANQUILLITY, released their first album 20 years ago and are still one of the most exciting bands in melodic death metal. New and old fans will be happy to hear that they are ready to announce their 10th album. The band comments: "Greetings, Darklings! After having played over … Continue reading DARK TRANQUILLITY to release new album, ‘Construct,’ in May 2013
STOLEN BABIES Announces North American Tour Dates
Avant-garde metal band Avant-garde metal band STOLEN BABIES are pleased to announce several North American tour dates planned for February 2013. The tour dates will also feature headliners Turisas and direct support from Firewind. STOLEN BABIES will appear on the tour from February 2nd in Jacksonville, FL and through February 21st in Oakland, CA. A … Continue reading STOLEN BABIES Announces North American Tour Dates
Katatonia Makes a Deep Impression on Pittsburgh
It's not often that I end up at a show and see a band that has a history dating back to 1991 and I have not in some way heard of them, let alone heard them. Let alone a band that has the following and rich history of Katatonia. Let alone again that this band … Continue reading Katatonia Makes a Deep Impression on Pittsburgh
Paradise Lost Finds Their Way in Pittsburgh
It is sometimes so impossible to fathom why some bands break in the states and others do not. For a band with a twenty four year history and massive European following, you would think that there was something "weird" about Paradise Lost that makes American audiences miss out on one of the most talented and … Continue reading Paradise Lost Finds Their Way in Pittsburgh
“Epic Kings & Idols Tour” contests launched
With the tour starting this upcoming Tuesday, DTP, KATATONIA, and PARADISE LOST are now offering fans a chance to win a pair of tickets to the show of their choice, plus the latest CDs from each of the three bands (DTP's Epicloud, KATATONIA's Dead End Kings, PARADISE LOST's Tragic Idol) through three special contests. For … Continue reading “Epic Kings & Idols Tour” contests launched
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