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0 NEWS: VESPERIA Sign w/ Fatal Illness Management + Cross Canada Tour (April 4-24) w/ KALMAH
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Montreal, QC – March 23, 2016
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For fans of Septicflesh, Wintersun, Arcturus, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Finntroll
VESPERIA Sign w/ Fatal Illness ManagementCross Canada Tour (April 4-24) w/ Finnish Masters KALMAH
L-R – Casey Elliott (Guitar), Morgan Rider (Vocals, Bass), Frankie Caracci (Guitar), Dylan Gowan (Drums)
After a hectic 2015, which included 3 tours, a new EP, a music video, an appearance at Wacken Open Air and being crowned the International Wacken Champions, Canada’s VESPERIA have rung in 2016 by signing a management agreement with California-based Fatal Illness Management.
Manager Eric Dow comments: “Fatal Illness Management is proud to add VESPERIA to our roster. Everyone involved in this partnership has great passion for this genre of music and we are very confident of the success we will have together. We have big plans in the works so be on the lookout for this epic onslaught.”
For more info on Fatal Illness Management, please visit the following link: https://www.facebook.com/fatalillnessmanagement
In additional news, VESPERIA will be supporting Finnish metal mastersKALMAH‘s 2016 cross Canada tour from April 4th – 24th (dates listed below) plus finishing up their recording of their new album to follow up to 2015’s ‘The Iron Tempests’ EP. The album is being recorded at Blue Sound & Music Studios in Toronto, Canada with engineer/ producer Russ Mackay (Mastodon, Iron Maiden, Styx) and will feature an array of famous Canadian guest musicians with the art created by Juno award-winning artist Hugh Syme (Rush, Nevermore, Dream Theater).
VESPERIA launched an Indiegogo campaign to raise over $5,000 to record the new album giving fans many special and unique perks for their contributions, including mead made by the band’s front man Morgan Rider, drinking horns, album pre-releases, the bands stage banners and much more! For all details on contributions, please visit the following link: https://www.indiegogo.com/at/new-vesperia-album
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0 NEWS: RED SKIES Announce April Show Dates; Release Music Video ‘New Voice’; New Album Out ‘Iron Sun’
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Montreal, QC – March 15, 2016
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For fans of Parkway Drive, Tool, As I Lay Dying, Deftones, Meshuggah, Architects
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RED SKIES Announce Quebec April Show Dates; New Music Video ‘New Voice’
Left to right: Charles Legault (Lead Guitar) | Tevan Crooks (Bass) | Cody Dodds (Vocals) | Justin Furtado (Vocals/Rhythm Guitar) | Max Wilk (Drums/Piano) – Photo credit: David Afriat
From humble beginnings in 2012, Montreal, QC’s RED SKIES has come together to create a musical style of their own with nothing but their creativity to limit them. Unleashing their latest album 2015’s ‘Iron Sun’ plus recently premiering their their music video ‘New Voice’ via SkullsNBones.com, the band is proud to announce they will be performing a local show date on April 7th at Pirnaha Bar and April 22nd will be performing in Levis, QC at Bar Le Cluster.
Upcoming Dates:
April 22 – Levis, QC @ Bar Le Cluster – w/ Feels Like Home, Get The Shot & Hour of Defiance
To watch ‘New Voice’, please visit the following links: SkullsnBones.com| Youtube
Album Stream – https://redskies.bandcamp.com/album/iron-sun
About:
The end of a time and the beginnings of something greater; that is what Red Skies stands for and what its name means to the band members that make up its sound.
From humble beginnings in 2012, the group came together to create a musical style of their own with nothing but their creativity to limit them. Fast, catchy and heavy, their E.P. Identitas (2013) stands as a testament to their reputation as a staple of the Montreal music scene. In the short amount of time the band has been around, they already had the chance to share the stage with many established acts, including: Architects, Enter Shikari, The Acacia Strain, Stray From the Path, Volumes, Being as an Ocean, My Ticket Home, Amity Affliction, For the Fallen Dreams, Obey the Brave, Heartist, Smash Hit Combo, Your Memorial, The Plot in You, The Contortionist, Counterparts, Fit For An Autopsy, Intervals and many more.
In 2014, their hard work was recognized by a large panel of judges coming from all corners of the music industry (Evenko, Extensive Enterprises, The Gazette, Asher Media Relations, etc.) at the “En Route Vers Heavy MTL” contest, during which the band made it all the way to the finals at Virgin Mobile Corona Theatre, under overwhelming participation from the crowd and positive feedback from the judges.
Red Skies continues to push the limits of their identity and sound, striving to create a place for their art and a name for themselves. Their debut record “Iron Sun” (10/13/15) has already received many critical acclaims and keeps doing so as the band spreads their fresh new sound to the masses.
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0 NEWS: Out Now! Montreal Power Metallers DEMISE OF THE CROWN Unleash Self-Title Debut
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Montreal, QC – March 4, 2016
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For fans of Nevermore, Avenged Sevenfold, Opeth, Pantera, Arch Enemy
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Out Now! Montreal Power Metallers DEMISE OF THE CROWN Unleash Self-Title Debut
Brandish your weapons and bare your teeth in the battle for new world order with Montreal’s power metal quintet, DEMISE OF THE CROWN. They run the gambit from melodic power metal to hard rock weaved together with soaring solos reminiscent of Eddie Van Halen with undertones of Yngwie Malmsteen. The band’s sound has developed from progressive to a heavy metal band that has a pop format structure to the music in order to lure people into the realm of metal. Through many years of playing music with different people in the Montreal scene and slowly forming the official line up in 2014. Each member have spent their time paying dues in the local community and have banded together with the same goal and vision for a band determined to shake the foundation of power metal.
Guitarist, Manuel Iradian writes all the music, then handed off to Kevin “Kevy Metal” (drummer) to dress up each song with his high-speed, galloping rhythms, finally, Darren Beadman crafts the anthemic lyrics rousing crowds to chant along with an anarchistic frenzy. Each song is rooted in all basic human emotions; anger, lust, depression, happiness, death and revenge.
Guitarist Manuel Iradian comments:
“We are proud to release our debut album. The tone of it is dark and melodic, has catchy choruses and face melting guitar solos. We would like to thank Kevin Jardine at Uplift Studios for doing a great job and being there for us in the rough times. This is only the beginning for the band as we are going back in the studio March 6th with producer extraordinaire Glen Robinson. So stay tuned and stay metal!”
To listen to the self-titled album, please visit the following link:
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0 Out Now! Montreal Industrial Monsters PROJEKT F Unleash ‘The Butterfly Effect’
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Montreal, QC – March 4, 2016
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For fans of Nine Inch Nails, Marilyn Manson, Rammstein, Rob Zombie, Combichrist
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Out Now! Montreal Industrial Monsters PROJEKT F Unleash ‘The Butterfly Effect’
March 4 – Montreal, QC @ Foufounes Electriques
March 5 – Quebec City, QC @ La Source De La Martiniere
March 11 – Toronto, ON @ Nocturn
March 13 – Ottawa, ON @ Mavericks
Album Stream – The Butterfly Effect – https://projektf.bandcamp.com/album/the-butterfly-effect
1. The Butterfly Effect (1:32)
2. Tongue (4:53)
3. Cut Your Wings (3:46)
4. Unbegun (3:49)
5. 03:47:09:08:1945 (1:58)
6. Fatman (4:24)
7. When the Angel Fell From the Sky (4:56)
Album Length: 25:22
About:
Projekt F was founded in 2006 by John M. Miller, lead singer and main composer of the band. Inspired by rock/industrial/metal music of the 90’s, Projekt F quickly made a name for themselves in the underground music scene of Montreal. Miller was joined by William Hicks (bass) in 2010, Simon Sayz (guitar) in 2013, and Fred Linx (drums) in 2014.
Their first EP named “0000” saw the light of day in 2009 with 500 physical copies made by the band being sold out in no time, and more than 1000 digital copies downloaded. Continuing to evolve in the Montreal Industrial scene, the band accumulated a large number of shows across the Province of Quebec and Ontario with their musical originality and their intensity on stage. In 2012, the band was invited to play alongside Combichrist at the biggest industrial music festival in Canada, Kinetik Festival. During the last few years they have shared the stage with international bands such as Motionless In White, Revolting Cocks, Angelspit, Nachtmar, Left Spine Down, Slaves on Dope, New Years Day, For Today and Ice Nine Kills.
Projekt F has also had the opportunity to do a performance of their song “Room 13” in a TV pilot called “Cause and Effect” (produced by Vaas Media). Their song “Oophorectomy” is also featured in a short movie called “Purple Love” (produced by Les films de la meute), featured at the 2013 Cannes Festival.
Taking a darker and more personal musical road, Projekt F launched their album “Skins” in 2013 and 2014’s EP “Under The Skin”, which is now followed by their newest EP, “The Butterfly Effect” set for release on March 4, 2016. It is said to be a direct sequel to their previous conceptual effort ”Skins”.
MEMBERS:
Jonh M. Miller – Vocals/Piano/Synth
William Hicks – Bass
Simon Sayz – Guitar
Fred Linx– Drums
For more info, please visit www.Projektf.net.
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0 NEWS: Out Now! VAN HALST Unleash New Album ‘World of Make Believe’
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Montreal, QC – March 4, 2016
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For Fans of In This Moment, Evanescence, Halestorm
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Out Now! VAN HALST Unleash New Album ‘World of Make Believe’
Photo Credit: Renee Robyn
Music Video – Save Me – Watch here.
1. The End (4:31)
2. Save Me (4:12)
3. Ryan’s Song (4:11)
4. World of Make Believe (3:46)
5. Questions (3:23)
6. Denying Eyes (4:08)
7. Monster (3:29)
8. Plastic Smile (5:11)
9. Put Him Down (4:33)
10. Perfect Storm (4:44)
Their debut album ‘World of Make Believe’ is now available as of March 4th and can be picked up on iTunes and Bandcamp plus streaming at the following links below.
Listen to ‘World of Make Believe’ at the following links:
Bandcamp: https://vanhalst.bandcamp.com/album/world-of-make-believe
Idobi Radio http://idobi.com/exclusive/premiere-van-halsts-new-album-world-of-make-believe/
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0 NEWS: Calgary’s YYC Music Awards Announce Inaugural Year + Submissions For Artist Categories
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Montreal, QC – March 2, 2016
“With 2016 proclaimed as Calgary’s Year of Music, we felt it perfect timing to announce the YYC MUSIC AWARDS to take place this September. We think it’s deserving to shine the spotlight on Canada’s third largest city and its vibrant music scene.” comments Shannon Ambrose.
- Single of the Year
- Group of the Year
- Female Artist of the Year
- Male Artist of the Year
- Pop Recording of the Year
- Rap/ Hip-Hop Recording of the Year
- Country Recording of the Year
- Roots/ Folk Recording of the Year
- Rock Recording of the Year
- Metal Recording of the Year
- Blues Recording of the Year
- Jazz Recording of the Year
- R&B/ Soul Recording of the Year
- DJ/ Electronic Recording of the Year
- Alternative Recording of the Year
- Singer/ Songwriter of the Year
- Music Video of the Year
- Zackariah and the Prophets Memorial Award
- People’s Choice Award
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0 NEWS: ShrEdmonton 2016 Fest and Conference Announce Line Up – May 6/7
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Montreal, QC – February 15, 2016
ShrEdmonton 2016 Fest and Conference Announce Line Up – May 6/7
Prairie Fire Events Ltd is proud to announce the launch of the official Farmageddon Open Air indoor sister festival SHREDMONTON Metal Festival and Conference and its Friday, May 7th and Saturday, May 6th line up with Sunday, May 8th to be unveiled at a later date.
Featuring over 20 bands over the course of 3 days at The Starlite Room and The Brixx Bar and Grill (same building), as well as a multi-room industry based conference located at the Shaw Conference Center. The line up consists of an ultra heavy hitting bill that includes headliners American extreme metal titansGOATWHORE, Finnish power metallers Thunderstone along with some of Western Canada’s best including Disciples of Power, Planet Eater, Scythia, Tylor Dory Trio, Every Hour Kills among many more! Plus clinics by Tylor Dory (Tylor Dory Trio), Tim Waterson and panels at the Shaw Conference Center on recording, photography, video production, publicity, media relations, journalism, and concert promotion / talent buying for festivals / venues with music industry professionals from across Canada (full conference schedule and list of industry reps here).
TICKETS: http://shredmonton.com/tickets/
SHREDPASS (Limited quantity) – $100.00
Access to all FIVE shows, PLUS the conference. Includes a special memento, ability to reserve a festival shirt, and a discount voucher to Farmageddon Open Air 2017.
***$100 Early Bird SHREDPASS pricing in effect until the announcement of the Sunday event…approximately Feb 15/16. SHREDPASS Ticket price will increase to $120.00 after Sunday lineup announcement. Any remaining SHREDPASS tickets will again increase to $140.00 starting May 7 2016.***
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Single Event Tickets:
Shredmonton Conference @ The Shaw Conference Center (Salon 4) – $30.00 (details below)
Seminars, discussions, and Q+A sessions with over 20+ industry professionals.
ShrEdmonton Conference and Line Up 2016: http://shredmonton.com/bands/
Venue: Brixx and Starlite Room (same building) (10030 102 St. NW.)
Friday, May 6, 2016 @ The Brixx Bar and Grill – $20.00
5:30pm – Guitar Clinic (Tylor Dory)
6:30pm – Drum Clinic (Tim Waterson)
8pm – Spruce Moose
9pm – Armifera
10pm – The Dead Cold
11pm – Every Hour Kills
Friday, May 6, 2016 @ The Starlite Room – $30.00
8:15pm – Tylor Dory Trio
9:15pm – Trollband
10:15pm – With Malice
11:15pm – Quietus
12:15am – Disciples Of Power
Saturday, May 7, 2016 @ The Brixx Bar and Grill – $20.00
7pm – Juliet Ruin
8pm – Mongol
9pm – Shocker
10pm – Noire
11pm – Planet Eater
Saturday, May 7, 2016 @ The Starlite Room – $35.00
7:15pm – WMD
8:15pm – Mortillery
9:15pm – Sleeping In Traffic
10:15pm – Scythia
11:15pm – Thunderstone
12:30am – Goatwhore
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Conference Schedule: http://shredmonton.com/conference/
Saturday, May 7, 2016 @ Shaw Conference Center – Salon 4 (9797 Jasper Ave NW.)
Panelists and seminars will cover a wide range of skills, markets, and issues in the music industry and topics/agendas will be geared towards further educating the Canadian heavy metal scene about its inner workings. The main panel will feature an eye opening discussion on how the Alberta metal community can break down barriers, grow relationships, and become an internationally known destination where heavy metal thrives.
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10:30 AM Introduction
Tyson Travnik (President) and Robert Kreed (Vice President) of Prairie Fire Events, will be greeting you with a warm welcome to the conference and a summary of what is to be expected during the conference. You will also be introduced to the Master of Ceremonies for the conference, the one and only, Cory Bosse.
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11:00 AM Recording and Live Production
Want to learn how to save money to record your next album? Still on that hunt for the “perfect” guitar tone? Want to get into recording or doing live sound professionally, but don’t know where to start? Here’s a chance to hear from professionals from around the globe, who will address these questions, and many more!
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12:00 PM – Photography and Videography
What makes a promo shoot, a GOOD promo shoot? What do you need to look for when shopping around for a photographer or cinematographer? What is the importance of the music video in today’s industry, and what does it REALLY entail? Recognizable Alberta based professionals are here to help you find out.
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1:00 PM – Publicity/Media/Journalism
What does it take to get “big and famous”? How do you grow your fan base? Is it really worth it to spend money on good publicity? These are key points (and more) which will be covered in this seminar.
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2:00 PM – – Promotion/Talent Buying/Festivals/Venues
The “big granddaddy” of seminars that you won’t want to miss. Addressing the current state of the western Canadian metal scene, and brainstorming what needs to be done as a community to improve it. Anything you’ve ever wanted to know about promoting events, metal festivals, promoters, or venues will be talked about. This segment will prove to be a huge eye opener for many, and will prove to inspire!
Instrumental Clinics
Brixx Bar and Grill (Included with Conference ticket and Shredpass)
5:30 PM – Guitar Clinic with Tylor Dory and Guests
Learn some of the wizardry behind some of Alberta’s most iconic metal guitarists, and how to incorporate it into your own playing. Entertainment and education guaranteed!
6:30 PM – Drum Clinic with Tim Waterson
As one of the fastest double bass drum players in the world, watching Tim Waterson play is something that cannot be described, but has to be witnessed to be appreciated. Noting key points from his instructional DVD “Techniques, Motions and Applications for Bass Drum Playing”, Tim will demonstrate how to improve a skill that has proven to be a notable backbone of heavy metal music.
For more info, visit www.ShrEdmonton.com.
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0 NEWS: DEMISE OF THE CROWN Offer Free Download ‘We Are Invincible’ via PureGrainAudio; Debut Self-Titled Album Out March 4th
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Montreal, QC – February 11, 2016
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For fans of Nevermore, Avenged Sevenfold, Opeth, Pantera, Arch Enemy
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DEMISE OF THE CROWN Offer Free Download ‘We Are Invincible’ via PureGrainAudio
Debut Self-Titled Album Out March 4th
About:
Brandish your weapons and bare your teeth in the battle for new world order with Montreal’s power metal quintet, Demise Of The Crown. They run the gambit from melodic power metal to hard rock weaved together with soaring solos reminiscent of Eddie Van Halen with undertones of Yngwie Malmsteen. The band’s sound has developed from progressive to a heavy metal band that has a pop format structure to the music in order to lure people into the realm of metal. Through many years of playing music with different people in the Montreal scene and slowly forming the official line up in 2014. Each member have spent their time paying dues in the local community and have banded together with the same goal and vision for a band determined to shake the foundation of power metal.
Guitarist, Manuel Iradian writes all the music, then handed off to Kevin “Kevy Metal” (drummer) to dress up each song with his high-speed, galloping rhythms, finally, Darren Beadman crafts the anthemic lyrics rousing crowds to chant along with an anarchistic frenzy. Each song is rooted in all basic human emotions; anger, lust, depression, happiness, death and revenge.
Influenced by headliners like Nevermore, Avenged Sevenfold, Opeth, Pantera, and Faith No More, the band is working their way up the royal blood line to cause chaos right alongside their heroes. They have performed with iconic bands like Hellyeah, Devin Townsend Project, 3 Inches Of Blood, Katatonia and Firewind. The band will be releasing their debut self titled full-length on March 4th, 2016 in all its hectic and melodic glory.
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