Metal Female Voices

Le Monnier Give Away First Album!

2011-11-28T13:50:00.001+01:00

UK female-fronted rock band are currently giving away their first album 'Cynic Sister' to all Facebook fans. The album originally released in 2009 features the singles 'Black Dot', 'My Heart' and 'Anxiety'.

"We wanted to treat the fans and all the people who have recently discovered us" says singer and bassist Alexandra.

You can get your free download of the 12-track album by liking them on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/lemonniermusic

News by: Le Monnier

New GRIGORI 3 music in vampire feature films

2011-11-21T17:29:00.001+01:00

The vampire feature film "Jezebeth" will be repped at The American Film Market in Santa Monica, California by The Phoenix Group Releasing. November 2-9, 2011.

The movie contians a few GRIGORI 3 songs as well as some other Dark Star Records artists.Female fronted Grigori 3's new hit single "Inferno" from the new album along leasd the way along with "Creation" and "Cursed Blessing" ( the cable show's theme song). The songs will be featured in the vampire cable series pilot Abigail from the "Jezebeth"series.The episode also contains footage of the band performing "Creation" video 'live' and member cameos on and off stage.

Various Dark Star Records recording artists will appear on the sountrack including artist David Shankle,Herman Ze German Rarebell,Supermercado and GRIGORI 3.The new radio single "Breathe" from GRIGORI 3's new album "ON YOUR 6" will be featured .The band was excited to get the call from producer Damien Dante and executive producer Jeffrey A.Swanson "We started working with Satania 6 Films a few years back and have watched them and this film explode--we are really excited to be a part of it." stated frontwoman Gwen Bartolini.

The band in prepartion for the release began working with grammy nominee producer Matt Mercado on their latest release "ON YOUR 6" this past summer to showcase more of their metal roots. Recently the band shot commericals and a new video and cameos for the series. Matt,known for his work with Daisy Chain, Pivot Man, Mind Bomb and more recently gold record recording artists Supermercado and Adam Blair (Dot, Dot, Dot) produced the album. The new album's release will be precipitated by the much anticipated limited special edition"INFERNO" which features cover art from DeadestDesigns.com's own multitalented guru Rocky Gray (Evanescence and We Are The Fallen, Living Sacrifice and Fatal Thirteen.) "We were really excited to work with Rocky on this project and visually cross some lines outside our genre –he really got us and where we were coming from musically and the artwork reflects that." stated front woman Gwen Bartolini.

GRIGORI 3 will unleash a new killer track "INFERNO" from their much anticipated album "ON YOUR 6" digitally through Dark Star Records International, including Ioda ,amazon.com & Itunes.

Coming November 15th 2011
excerpt as posted on Linkdin -Damien Dante /Satania 6 Films and GRIGORI3.COM

News by: SGL Entertainment /Okt 31 Media Publishing

ReVamp in concert with Epica

2011-11-18T22:17:00.000+01:00

Floor Jansen has announced that she will be back in stage with ReVamp in two concerts that will take place in the 12th and 13th of January in Holland and in which they will play along with Epica. The singer has published this information in a video in which she also has informed about her heath situation. Apparently she is recovering from her "burn out", after losing her energy due to lack of rest.

News by: Julia S.

http://www.revampmusic.com/

Lisa Johansson leaves Draconian

2011-11-18T22:13:00.000+01:00

Lisa Johansson, responsible for the sweet and melodic voices in Draconian, has announced that she leaves Draconian for personal reasons.
According to Johansson, her son and her job appart from the band hinder her dedication to the band and she can not be at 100%.
The Swedish band has regreted this decision but has stated that they will continue with the band and will "enter a new era of productivity and artistic expression".

News by: Julia S.

http://www.draconian.se/

FOREVER SLAVE to enter studio in December

2011-11-15T21:38:00.003+01:00

The band Forever Slave has published the following statement about the recording of their upcoming album:

"Dear fans,

It's been more than 3 years since we recorded our last album and now we are going through the final preparations for our next album. A lot of things have happened over the last 3 years: a lot of changes and new situations for the band. It is clear we are working a lot and we're really excited about this new material. The songs are all finished and recordings will start on the 21st of December, 2011

Drums, bass, guitars and keyboards session will starting firstly and they will be recorded in Mineland Studios, Spain. Vocals will be recorded in a studio in Copenhague, Denmark. This last step in the recording process, final mixes and mastering are being arranged by our label so the dates and name of this studio will be announced soon.

We can't wait to share the new songs with all of you

Yours, Sergio Valath (aka Servalath) and Lady Angellyca
Forever Slave
www.foreverslave.com
"

NIGHTWISH: Samples of their upcoming album

2011-11-15T21:00:00.003+01:00

Here you have some samples of the upcoming album of Nightwish. I think it's soon to get an opinion, but if you have one, please share with us.

Nightwish – Imaginaerum (Samples)

Nightwish – Imaginaerum (Samples Instrumentales)

Source: Nightwish Brasil

Here is their tracklist:
Nightwish: Imaginaerum
01. Taikatalvi
02. Storytime
03. Ghost River
04. Slow, Love, Slow
05. I Want My Tears Back
06. Scaretale
07. Arabesque
08. Turn Loose The Mermaids
09. Rest Calm
10. The Crow, The Owl And The Dove
11. Last Ride Of The Day
12. Song Of Myself
13. Imaginaerum

Remember, Storytime is their first ep and its video is here:

Le Monnier Release Music Video for 'Con Amor Siempre'

2011-10-22T13:20:00.000+02:00

UK rock three-piece Le Monnier have just released their new music video for the single 'Con Amor Siempre'. The video features a storyline about a female vampire playing chess against a helpless victim. "It's basically influenced by our love for shows like True Blood and Supernatural" says singer Alexandra.

The song 'Con Amor Siempre' is taken from their new album 'Russian Doll Life' which is out now on CD and digital download from all good retailers. For more information, please visit www.le-monnier.com

News by: Le Monnier

Trillium, the new metal project of Amanda Somerville

2011-10-21T18:38:00.000+02:00

With the name of "Trillium", singer Amanda Somerville, known best for her collaborations with Epica, Avantasia, Michael Kiske, among others, launches her first metal music project. The first album is called "Allow" and will be released the next 1st of November in United States and the 4th of November in Europe.

In this album Amanda has worked with musicians whith whom she has callaborated for many years. Sander Gommans (ex AFTER FOREVER, HDK) and Sascha Paeth (KAMELOT, AVANTASIA, EPICA, AFTER FOREVER etc) are the main songwriters together with the American singer.

The musicians are:

Amanda Somerville – Lead & backing Vocals, Keyboards
Sascha Paeth - Guitars, Bass, Keys, Drums
 Sander Gommans - Guitars & Bass  
Miro - Arrangements & Keys
Olaf Reitmeier - Acoustic Guitar
Robert Hunecke – Drums
Simon Oberender - Keys
Jorn Lande - Guest Lead Vocals on "Scream It"

In this video Amanda tells us the creative process.

News by: Julia S.

http://www.myspace.com//amandasomervillemusic/blog/544348797

New music project and image for Tarja Turunen

2011-10-21T13:01:00.000+02:00

Tarja Turunen has involved in a new musical proyect with the name of "Harus" that recovers the most classical side of the singer. The project gathers musicians with different backgrounds now unified to create classical music with an experimental and modern touch.

HARUS are:

Tarja Turunen : Vocals
Kalevi Kiviniemi : Organ
Marzi Nyman: Guitar
Markku Krohn: Percussion

The first work, titled "Tarja Turunen & Harus", will be released by the record company earMUSIC with the collaboration of the classical music label BERLIN CLASSICS. It will be a live work published in three different formats: CD (25 of November) - CD/DVD y Blu-Ray/CD (2 of December).

Appart from this, Tarja Turunen has announced her collaboration with the designer label Nordenfeldt, founded by the designer Julia Trompert. The label will provide clothes, accessoires and shoes for Tarja, but also it will design an exclusive stage outfit for her next album artwork.

News by: Julia S.

Le Monnier release new album 'Russian Doll Life'!

2011-10-08T15:01:00.002+02:00

UK rock band Le Monnier have released their second album 'Russian Doll Life' which is out now on CD and download. The new album is the peak of a remarkable return after the departure of their drummer in 2010. The 12 track CD is out now on iTunes, Amazon and all good music retailers. More information can be found on the band's website at www.le-monnier.com

News by: Le Monnier

Oblivious Signal sign booking contract with C&A Media, release John Tovar from management contract and re-sign with Static Management.

2011-09-30T17:55:00.000+02:00

After almost two years of frustrations Oblivious Signal has cut ties with their notorious manager John Tovar (Marilyn Manson, The Mavericks) .
"While having long term ties to the music world, John didn't come through for us the way we had hoped." Commented Feliciano on the unexpected turn for the band. "We just felt like we have more opportunity to move forward with our former management agency, Static Management, so we are working with them again and really excited about it. We weren't looking for a cheerleader, but we need a manager that is going to be behind us and be available to us."

Along with this move Oblivious Signal is looking forward to branching out to doing more regional shows up the East coast and into some of the southern states via C&A Media booking. Having searched for a booking agent with a good reputation and solid credentials for years, their team finally found the right match with Carolina based C&A Media, who book several other regional acts and are partners with the record label Filament Records.
This mating with mean several short trips to neighboring states to extend their fan base and to finally play for some of the fans beyond the Florida borders.

"A band in our position has to take some chances. We have the music and the line up, we have to be willing to put ourselves out there and commit to some out of town shows without big guarantees. What's important now is getting our music and live show in front of new fans." Says Feliciano regarding their quest for a reputable booking agency.
"But we couldn't sign with a booking agent that asked for large up front fees yet doesn't take responsibility for the bands they have on the road and doesn't look out for our best interests. Some bookers can leave you hanging in a band nightmare, waiting on your confirmations, no lead time to promote, not a green M&M or pink stage towel in the whole place." kids Nick Orisino, founder member and lead guitarist.
"That's why we are thrilled to be with C&A Booking. They don't promise us huge up front premiums, but have a reputation for putting bands in front of substantial crowds and being responsible to their talents. I feel when we leave Broward we will have confidence that we will have great shows and come home with new fans."

Oblivious Signal has been in studio for several weeks laying down tracks for new songs and an upcoming Spanish language release that had been temporarily shelved. They will be available for shows starting immediately through the agency.

Feliciano continues to be elusive about the side project she is working on with Luis Salazar, but it is said to have dance and pop influence and be just for fun, not a replacement for Oblivious Signal.

For booking information on Oblivious Signal please contact: Tony Andrews @ tandrews@camedia.org

News by: Kate Davenport

NEMESEA - Album cover art, tracklisting and release dates

2011-09-29T19:51:00.000+02:00

Nemesea have revealed the cover art and tracklisting for their new album The Quiet Resistance. It is their third studio album, the first one for Napalm Records and will be a fine-tuned combination of rock, metal and electro.

The release dates for TQR:
November 17, 2011 - ESP/FIN/SWE
November 18, 2011 - GAS/BENELUX/ITA
November 21, 2011 - UK & the rest of Europe
November 22, 2011 - USA/CANADA

Tracklisting:
1. The Quiet Resistance
2. Caught in the middle
3. Afterlife
4. Whenever
5. If you could
6. High enough
7. Say
8. It's over
9. I live
10. Stay with me
11. Rush
12. Release me
13. 2012
Bonus track: Allein

ASHENTIDE announces release of self-titled debut EP

2011-09-28T19:31:00.000+02:00

ASHENTIDE is thrilled to announce the independent release of their self-titled debut EP "Ashentide" available immediately on the band's website http://www.ashentide.com/ and major online digital music retailers. The EP boasts 3 tracks over 17 minutes in length, and is a demonstration of the group's musical diversity and talent.

ASHENTIDE is a female-fronted symphonic metal band that hails from Los Angeles, California which makes it one of a handful of female driven symphonic metal bands in all of North America. ASHENTIDE officially broke into the scene on July 23rd with a massive release party held at Project Infest in downtown Los Angeles. Over 150 attendees got their first taste of what ASHENTIDE is all about with a live performance by the band, free posters, and music giveaways. A clip from the show can be seen on Ashentide's YouTube channel.

Tom, one of the originating members stated, "We were all thrilled to have such a large turnout for the event. It was amazing all these people came to see us, and all they had was a small sample of our music to go by. The crowd was really getting into us, and that was awesome. We spent over a year getting our act together, months in the studio recording, and lost a lot of sleep preparing for this event. It was great to see all our hard work pay off."

ASHENTIDE is currently booking local shows before returning to the studio this winter to record their first full length album. The name of the album has yet to be announced.

You can listen a sample here

For more information visit the band's website at http://www.ashentide.com/, or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ashentide .

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Anastasia
keyboard
anastasia@ashentide.com
Ashentide symphonic metal band from Los Angeles, CA

Diabulus in Musica: Sceneries of Hope (New video and single)

2011-09-27T19:34:00.000+02:00

The band Diabulus in Musica have published the following statement by their Facebook:

"Hello friends!

Last week we finally received our very first videoclip! It will be officially released at MFVF and it will be included on the new MFVF’s DVD, to be released the 21st October.
The videoclip was recorded in four different and unique places in the Basque Country:
-A roman saltmine called “Añana” which is going to be declared world heritage as it’s the only one which is built on terraces. Here you can see some pics of the making of ;)
-A big Quarry called “Kanpazar”, very impressive place, with long galleries digged inside the rock.
-Two natural reserves in Navarra: “Urederra” and “Urbasa”. Both very beautiful forests.

The first single of the new album and the one we chose for the videoclip it's called “Sceneries of Hope”. It has been mixed and mastered by the great producer Jacob Hansen, who is actually mixing the whole album now!

We are really happy with the result so far and can’t wait to share it with you all!

More news soon :)"

And here you have the first photos:

Lacuna Coil - Listen their first single: Trip the darkness

2011-09-26T14:17:00.004+02:00

You can listen the new single of the Italian band Lacuna coil. This song will be included in their upcoming album Dark Adrenaline and this song is: Trip the Darkness

Lori Lewis get permanent status in Therion

2011-09-25T13:42:00.000+02:00

Lori Lewis has obtained permanent status in Therion. Now she will also be an active part of the creative process behind the making of our future releases.

GONE IN APRIL soon to release "We Are But Human"

2011-09-24T17:07:00.000+02:00

GONE IN APRIL has completed mixing and mastering of their album entitled "We Are But Human".

During a period of over 2 years of composition and recording, the team of musicians, comprising of Canadian drummer Yanic Bercier, Canadian vocalist/violist/violinist Julie Bélanger Roy, German guitarist/vocalist Felix Shoemaker and Italian bassist Chicco Parisi Lalonde, put their heads together to complete the material for the band's first album.

Their diverse backgrounds in music, from many years of classical to many years of metal, lead to a powerful mix of female vocals with classical viola/violin, along with melodic guitars, groovy bass and technical drumming. The debut also features guest guitarists Gabriele Pala (Azure Agony) and Pier Gonella (Labyrinth). The album was engineered and mixed by Yanic Bercier at WaveTransform Studios, Knoxville, TN and mastered by Tom Morris at Morrisound Studios, Tampa, FL.
The release is scheduled for fall 2011.

So, check out 3 audio tracks on http://www.myspace.com/goneinapril
and the album teaser!

News by: Gone In April

Robert Westerholt won't be touring Within Temptation

2011-09-23T17:40:00.000+02:00

Vocalist Sharon den Adel and guitarist Robert Westerholt of WITHIN TEMPTATION have released the following statement:

"As you know, in recent years we were blessed with the birth of three children. Since then not only our kids but also WITHIN TEMPTATION has been growing fast and we are touring in more countries than ever before.

"To be able to fulfill the needs of our children but just as much the needs of the band for now and also in the future, we decided Robert will step down from touring live, (except for the occasional show). With this change we can give stability to our children and from the home studio Robert will have more time writing new music and developing new creative ideas for the live show, the comic and future movies.

"What makes the decision easier is the fact that Stefan Helleblad is willing to take Robert's place in the band on stage. Stefan has been working with the band behind the scenes for some years. As a sound engineer he was involved in the production of our latest three records. Next to being a great sound engineer, mixing engineer and producer he is also a very gifted guitar player. On our latest album, 'The Unforgiving', you can already hear him play some special guitar parts. His first show will be on [September] 21st in Heerhugowaard.

"So this is not a goodbye but a new step, or actually two steps in a very exciting new and inspiring time for our band.

"We hope you keep joining and enjoying this adventure together with us and our paths will keep crossing each other."

Niobeth: Eclipse (New Video)

2011-09-23T13:46:00.000+02:00

The Spanish female fronted metal band Niobeth has pubished the following statement:

We know you have been waiting for a long time and with big expectation, so as a way thank you and to celebrate this new period and the release of the new album, Silvery Moonbeams, next September 19th, here you have an advance of it: the first single, "Eclipse", whose videoclip will soon be published too.

Within Temptation - Video of their first live

2011-09-22T14:34:00.005+02:00

Here is a video of the first concert of the Unforgiving Tour of Within Temptation in the Netherlands
in the Waerdse Tempel in Heerhugowaard.

This is also the first gig where Robert Westerholt was replaced by
Stefan Helleblad on guitar, as he will be taking more care of the kids.

Nightwish - New promotional photos for Imaginaerum

2011-09-22T11:39:00.001+02:00

The band Nightwish have revealed their promo pictures. This time Anette has changed her hair color. She chose black hair.

MACBETH - Pre-production Complete!

2011-09-22T11:15:00.000+02:00

Italian gothic metallers MACBETH has finally completed work on a pre-production recording of the tracks that are set to appear on upcoming fifth album.
The as-yet-untitled new album will be recorded between September and November and released in early 2012.
For further information and updates visit the official site: http://www.macbeth.it/

News by: Alessio - MACBETH management

VIBEKE STENE collaborates with PLUTHO (sample included)

2011-07-24T12:52:00.000+02:00

Recently, Vibeke Stene (ex-tristania) has collaborated in the song "Queen of Broken Hearts" of the new album from the electronic/pop Plutho. She left her operistic vocals and she got a modern style.

You can listen her voice in the sample of "Queen of Broken Hearts".
You can listen here

ANETTE OLZON: Demo-songs for her solo album

2011-07-23T13:02:00.002+02:00

Anette Olzon has uploaded the demo recording that she sent to the band in November 2005 which led to her being hired to replace Tarja Turunen as the Finnish group's lead singer. The track, her version of the 2002 NIGHTWISH single "Ever Dream" (from 2002's "Century Child" album), can be streamed below.

It's a very good cover. We can understand why the band chose her. Around 2,000 women applied for the vacant vocalist spot in NIGHTWISH and only 10 actually auditioned in front of the band.

You can listen this cover: "Ever Dream":

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Recently Anette Olzon has uploaded two demo-songs. We can imagine that they would be included in her solo project which she announced.They was recording in 2009. They aren't mixed or produced.

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FOREVER SLAVE - News about their upcoming album

2011-07-20T13:55:00.002+02:00

Yesterday, Lady Angellyca published the following statement about the new album from her band Forever Slave:

"Hi friends!!

I have good news!! We have finished the composition of our new album some weeks ago. Now we are doing some arrangements in melodies, adding details,...We will enter in studio in Autumn.

So this summer we must work hard to get ready everything before the recording.

More news very soon

Angy"

You can check the full statement at: Forever Slave website