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ESOTERIK Unveil Combustible New Single “Cycles” – Announce Nu-Metal Reinvention Album Nü Skin

Posted in industrial metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news, nu metal with tags , , , , , , on June 4, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Watch “Cycles” HERE! https://youtu.be/1WsScDu672E

After a decade of conquest in the industrial landscape, ESOTERIK returns to ignite a new era with their highly combustible single, “Cycles.” Marking a significant sonic evolution, the track introduces a “gasoline-drenched” brand of grunge metal that perfectly bridges the gap between industrial precision and nu-metal aggression.

While “Cycles” features massive guitars and the raw vocal delivery expected of the genre, it remains grounded in the carefully crafted hooks that have become the band’s signature. The result is a high-octane anthem designed to resonate with both die-hard metalheads and the band’s long-time industrial following.

Formed in 2013 and led by Allison Eckfeldt and Brady Bledsoe, ESOTERIK has been a consistent powerhouse in the alternative scene. Having toured extensively across the U.S. and Europe supporting heavyweights like COMBICHRIST, Priest (Ex-GHOST), GRENDEL, and PIG (Ex-KMFDM), the band recently reached new heights in April 2024 when their single “Trickster” breached the Top 10 on the Deutsche Alternative Charts.

“We wanted to do something different on this next album and go back to the roots of what got us interested in picking up an instrument back in the ’90s,” says the band regarding the new direction. “It’s been a breath of fresh air, and the shift feels quite natural for us. It’s a big evolution, and we’re excited to bring that energy into our live show both visually and sonically.”

“Cycles” serves as the first glimpse into the forthcoming full-length album, Nü Skin. The title is a nostalgic nod to an era of raw, unfiltered energy; a time of wild mosh pits and carefree camaraderie. With several singles planned for release leading up to the album, ESOTERIK is positioning themselves as a formidable new contender in the 2026 metal scene.

About ESOTERIK: 

Based in the U.S., ESOTERIK is an alternative metal/industrial duo comprised of Allison Eckfeldt and Brady Bledsoe. Since 2013, they have blended dark electronic textures with aggressive rock sensibilities. Following years of international touring and chart success in Europe, their highly anticipated new album Nü Skin marks their official transition into the world of metal.

Connect With ESOTERIK:

Official Website: https://www.esoterikmusic.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kazlovesbats

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esoterik_music

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/esoterikmusic

Source: C Squared Music

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J NOIRE Signs to Vaux Records, Announces Debut Single “Radiate”

Posted in alternative rock, Hard Rock, industrial metal, industrial rock, Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on June 1, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Nashville-based modern rock artist J NOIRE has officially signed to Vaux Records, one of the first acts to join the newly formed label created by former Rise Records founder and owner Craig Ericson.

Commenting on joining the label, J NOIRE says: 

“When the owner of Vaux Records moved onto my mom’s street, I had no idea it would lead to where we are today. It’s a total dream come true, feels like a scene from a movie.“

The signing marks a major milestone for both J NOIRE and Vaux Records, sparking early excitement fueled by Ericson’s enduring impact on the rock and alternative scene and his reputation for cultivating artists into international successes.

J NOIRE introduces his sound with the debut single “Radiate,” a preview of what’s to come from his forthcoming EP, Prometheus, due out later this year.

Blending elements of modern rock, pop, metal, and industrial influences, J NOIRE crafts a sound that is both emotionally resonant and sonically commanding. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Nine Inch Nails, A Perfect Circle, and Bad Omens, the project also appeals to fans of Bring Me The Horizon and Breaking Benjamin, while maintaining a distinct identity rooted in authenticity and intensity.

Giving context to the track, J NOIRE adds: 

“It’s a song about hope, and these days I feel like we need songs to remind people that there’s ALWAYS hope, love, and purpose in life. We all deserve that spark, something that radiates.“

Stream “Radiate“: 

https://go.mhe.fm/jnoire_radiate

“RADIATE” MUSIC VIDEO: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTmVpR4NJQI

J NOIRE’s journey has shaped the project’s creative direction. Raised on rock music and beginning guitar at the age of five, he spent years developing his craft before relocating to Nashville, where he performed professionally as a guitarist on Broadway. While that experience sharpened his musicianship, he ultimately sought a more personal artistic outlet.

A pivotal connection with Ericson helped bring the vision to life, resulting in the launch of Vaux Records and the development of the project’s debut material. Working alongside producer Ryan Furlott, he created a collection of songs that balance vulnerability with striking production.

Now joined by bassist Stevens Stokes and drummer Danny Laverde, J NOIRE’s vision has come to fruition, ready to introduce his dynamic sound to a wider audience.

With “Radiate,” J NOIRE delivers a powerful first statement, an introduction that signals both artistic intent and a bold new chapter ahead.

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MY INNER CHAOS Release New Single + Official Music Video “My Chaos”

Posted in industrial metal, industrial metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on January 10, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

With this second release, the band continues its artistic journey into the darkest and most unsettling depths of industrial metal, asserting a powerful, recognizable sound identity charged with emotional tension. My Chaos is both a personal and musical manifesto, a raw exploration of the inner turmoil that resides within the human condition.

The magnetic voice of Bia Redchaos leads the listener through a spiral of fragility and strength, control and chaos, carried by a sharp, dark, and visceral sound. Every sonic passage is sculpted to convey urgency, conflict, but also awareness and determination.

Drawing influence from acts like 3Teeth, Author & Punisher, and Infected Rain, My Inner Chaos shape a distinct musical language where the intensity of riffs and the hardness of the sound blend with deep sensitivity and a cohesive artistic vision.

Listen to My Chaos on Spotify and all major digital platforms, watch the official video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/LzO71BT8gvc?si=yrMunXfMx7EWRTp-

Also watch the first single video “Leaden Air’”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8-1TdMyJhk

Further info at
www.volcanopromotion.com
www.instagram.com/myinnerchaosofficial  

Source: Tarja Virmakari PR / VOLCANO RECORDS & PROMOTION

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Igorrr – European Tour 2026 | Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

Posted in industrial metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on November 1, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Igorrr EU TOUR part II

Support from DVNE & thoughtcrimes.

Tickets available here: https://igorrr.com

05/02 – Meisenthal (FR) – La Boite Noire 🇫🇷
06/02 – Stuttgart (DE) – Im Wizemann Hall 🇩🇪
07/02 – Munich (DE) – Backstage Werk 🇩🇪
08/02 – Milan (IT) – Alcatraz 🇮🇹
10/02 – Ljubljana (SI) – Kino Šiška 🇸🇮
11/02 – Vienna (AT) – Gasometer 🇦🇹
12/02 – Prague (CZ) – Roxy 🇨🇿
13/02 – Budapest (HU) – Barba Negra 🇭🇺
14/02 – Warsaw (PL) – Progresja 🇵🇱
16/02 – Vilnius (LT) – Loftas 🇱🇹
17/02 – Tallinn (EE) – Helitehas 🇪🇪
18/02 – Helsinki (FI) – Kulttuuritalo 🇫🇮
20/02 – Stockholm (SE) – Fryshuset 🇸🇪
21/02 – Oslo (NO) – Rockefeller 🇳🇴
22/02 – Copenhagen (DK) – Amager Bio 🇩🇰
24/02 – Berlin (DE) – Metropol 🇩🇪
25/02 – Dortmund (DE) – FZW 🇩🇪
26/02 – Utrecht (NL) – Tivoli 🇳🇱
27/02 – Lille (FR) – L’Aéronef 🇫🇷
28/02 – Rouen (FR) – Le 106 🇫🇷

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IRREPARABLE Unleash “Forever Remain” feat. Hayley Anderson (Aquilus, Suldusk)

Posted in Black Metal, gothic metal, industrial metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on October 2, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Debut album The Fate Of All Life – a monument to the reality of the human condition, exploring themes of cyclical suffering and death – out on 17 October via These Hands Melt

Australian darkwave/industrial black metal act IRREPARABLE have unveiled their new single, “Forever Remain”. It is a powerful and intense piece from their upcoming debut album, The Fate Of All Life, and features a guest appearance by acclaimed violinist Hayley Anderson (Aquilus, Suldusk).

Watch the music video: 

https://metaladdicts.com/irreparable-unleash-forever-remain-feat-hayley-anderson-aquilus-suldusk/

The band commented: “When Death finally frees you from the pain of suffering, what worse Hell to awake to than a rebirth into the same cycle? This is the idea behind the content of ‘Forever Remain’. A track that well defines the concept of the new album ‘The Fate Of All Life’. One of the last tracks written for the album, it is particularly intense and features an outro of an incredibly mournful violin section that was written and performed by Hayley Anderson from Aquilus and Suldusk. The video was filmed in Lithuania by an amazing team that truly brought to life (and death) the vision.”

The new single is also now available to listen to via all major streaming services. 

“Forever Remain” follows the release of the single “Failure to Thrive” and is the second single from the band’s upcoming debut album set for release on 17 October via These Hands Melt. 

The Fate Of All Life sees the band weave together industrial black metal, goth and darkwave to create a sound that is both haunting and cathartic. The album is a monument to the reality of the human condition, exploring themes of cyclical suffering and death. IRREPARABLE has expertly laid the foundations of a personal apocalypse, which is reflected in their poignant quote: “We rise to the sky from the sea, only to come pouring down”. 

The new album will be available as a limited edition CD Digipack and a limited Vinyl LP (150 copies) in red transparent, as well as on all major digital platforms. Pre-order here: https://irreparable2019.bandcamp.com/album/the-fate-of-all-life

The band will celebrate the release of The Fate Of All Life at The Leadbeater, Richmond, VIC (Australia) with Burden Man, The Nihilistic Front and Nighteyes on November 29th. 

IRREPARABLE are:
D.B. – Guitar, Electronics
N.M. – Vocals
M.B. – Bass

IRREPARABLE online:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irreparable2019
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irreparable_band
Bandcamp: https://irreparable2019.bandcamp.com/music
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2hl2UiW6hsIKnoN8mVahJF?si=g8VGXGUHS-iEUt3QoYxVGQ

These Hands Melt online:
Website / shop: https://thesehandsmelt.shop/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/these.hands.melt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/these.hands.melt
Bandcamp: https://thesehandsmelt.bandcamp.com/music
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheseHandsMeltOfficial

Source: 3nation

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BLACK CROSS HOTEL (Feat. Members Of The Atlas Moth & Stabbing Westward) Announce Songs For Switches, Out October 31st, Via Someoddpilot Records

Posted in Heavy Metal, industrial metal, industrial rock, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on September 13, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Songs for Switches album cover

WATCH THE VIDEO FOR “THE HOUSE GOD DOESN’T VISIT” NOW

“The House God Doesn’t Visit” video directed by John Scott: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-nl-4pn480

CHICAGO – Black Cross Hotel, the Chicago-based industrial post-punk outfit featuring members of The Atlas Moth and Stabbing Westward, release Songs for Switches on Oct. 31 via Someoddpilot Records.

Album pre-orders, including a limited edition blood red swirl vinyl variant, are available now: https://someoddpilotrecords.bandcamp.com/.

A preview of Songs for Switches have arrived with the release of “The House God Doesn’t Visit” and its accompanying video. The track recalls Wax Trax-era industrial music; growling bass and gnarled guitars collide with icy synths and a pounding chorus, serving as the perfect introduction to the album’s dark, exhilarating sound.

“This record is not all salacious fantasy; there’s a practical side to maintaining any well-run subculture,” explains vocalist Dee DeEmme. “The album is a collection of lessons learned, from the joy of finding someone who truly gets you to the importance of asking for what you want and preserving a part of yourself in the process.”

“Some of us are horror junkies and our favorite movies often serve as the backdrop and inspiration for our songs,” Andrew Ragin (also of The Atlas Moth) shares. “Most songs start as a sort of alternate movie score and then we let all of our various influences and interests take hold without gearing towards any specific genre. With a foot planted firmly in the dark and spooky, everyone gets to play with these themes and styles, which makes for an eclectic blend of metal, dark wave, punk, ’90s alternative and even hair metal.”

Songs for Switches track-listing:

1.    Eyes From Nowhere

2.    Rot Together

3.    The House God Doesn’t Visit

4.    Song for Switches

5.    Typo

6.    Blood Dance

7.    Church Basement

8.    Teeth

9.    How To Be Unburdened

10. 2AFPT

Initially conceived during the pandemic as a horror-inspired industrial-metal side project from synth alchemist Andrew Ragin (The Atlas Moth) and guitarist Marcus Eliopulos (Stabbing Westward), the project quickly evolved into a full band with Mike Miczek (Earthburner, Broken Hope, The Atlas Moth) on drums, producer/engineer Sanford Parker (Minsk, Corrections House) on bass, and DeEmme (Whipped) on vocals.

Photo credit: Chris Eichenseer

Songs for Switches was recorded at Electrical Audio studio (once owned and operated by the late Steve Albini) and completed at Parker’s own Hypercube studio, both in Chicago. The album arrives via Someoddpilot Records, an offshoot of the acclaimed Chicago branding studio responsible for creative campaigns and logos for Pitchfork, Lollapalooza, Empty Bottle, and other cornerstones of the city’s music culture.

Black Cross Hotel tour dates:

October 29 Chicago, IL Empty Bottle

October 30 Indianapolis, IN Healer

October 31 Tolono, IL Loose Cobra

November 1 Athens, OH The Union

November 2 Pittsburgh, PA Spirit

November 3 Baltimore, MD Ottobar

Oct. 29 through Nov. 2 dates are with Blood Lemon. Tickets for all shows are available now.

The Chicago based quintet released HEX, a DIY-debut, in 2022, with the Chicago Reader describing the eight-song release as “a shivery delight.”

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FEAR FACTORY – USA Tour Dates, Cities & Venues Listed | September & October

Posted in industrial metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 29, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit: Fear Factory Bandsintown

From Fear Factory Bandsintown: Exciting news! We’re hitting the road, our U.S. tour is coming up soon! Dates and cities are announced, and we can’t wait to see you all. Get ready for an unforgettable run of shows go to http://fearfactory.com for ticket info

Fear Factory & Cavalera:
09/23 Norwalk, CT @ District Music Hall
09/25 Ft Wayne, IN @ Piere’s
09/26 Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom
09/28 St. Louis, MO @ Red Flag
09/30 Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theater
10/01 Denver, CO @ Gothic Theater
10/02 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex Grand
10/07 Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues
10/10 Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues
10/11 Phoenix, AZ @ The Marquee
10/12 Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater
10/16 Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall
10/17 Austin, TX @ Come & Take It Live
10/18 Dallas, TX @ Ferris Wheelers

Fear Factory only:
09/12 Flagstaff, AZ @ Orpheum Theater
09/13 Gallup, NM @ Juggernaut
09/14 Farmington, NM @ Lock Street
09/16 Springfield, MO @ Regency
09/17 West Chicago, IL @ WC Social Club
09/20 Brooklyn, NY @ The Meadows
09/24 Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground
09/27 Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave
10/04 Palmdale, CA @ Transplants Brewing Co.
10/05 Bakersfield, CA @ Temblor Brewing
10/09 San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick
10/14 Lubbock, TX @ Jakes Backroom
10/15 Oklahoma City, OK @ 89th Street
10/19 Corpus Christi, TX @ House of Rock
10/21 Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Hell)
10/23 Birmingham, AL @ Workplay
10/25 Destin, FL @ Club LA
10/26 Orlando, FL @ The Beacham
10/27 St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live
10/29 Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Culture Room

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MACHINE HEAD – U.S. & Canada Tour Starts This Friday!

Posted in Heavy Metal, industrial metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , on January 17, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

From: Machine Head:

U.S. TOUR STARTS FRIDAY‼️
Opening night at The Warfield in San Francisco!
Grab TIX & VIP here: https:www.machinehead1.com/pages/tour


𝐉𝐀𝐍𝐔𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒
🇺🇸 19th • San Francisco CA.
🇺🇸 21st • Portland OR.
🇺🇸 22nd • Seattle WA.
🇨🇦 23rd • Vancouver BC.
🇨🇦 25th • Edmonton AB.
🇨🇦 26th • Calgary AB.
🇨🇦 27th • Saskatoon SK.
🇨🇦 28th • Winnipeg MB.
🇺🇸 30th • Minneapolis MN.
🇺🇸 31st • Chicago IL.

𝐅𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐔𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒
🇺🇸 1st • Pittsburgh PA.
🇺🇸 2nd • Northfield OH.
🇺🇸 3rd • Detroit MI.
🇨🇦 5th • Toronto ON. UPGRADED
🇨🇦 6th • Montreal QC.
🇨🇦 7th • Quebec City QC.
🇺🇸 8th • Boston MA.
🇺🇸 9th • Bethlehem PA.
🇺🇸 10th • New York NY.
🇺🇸 12th • Silver Spring MD.
🇺🇸 14th • Atlanta GA.
🇺🇸 15th • Orlando FL.
🇺🇸 17th • Austin TX.
🇺🇸 18th • San Antonio TX.
🇺🇸 19th • Houston TX.
🇺🇸 21st • Englewood CO.
🇺🇸 22nd • Albuquerque NM.
🇺🇸 23rd • Mesa AZ.
🇺🇸 24th • Los Angeles CA.

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Finnish Industrial-Flavored Metal Band KAOS KREW Releases Sixth Album “Blackout”

Posted in industrial metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , on December 16, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Photographer: Anders Wingren

Finnish industrial flavored metal act Kaos Krew has released their sixth full length album Blackout, on December 15th 2023.

Kaos Krew is a musical project from Finland that mixes hard rock and metal with influences from the industrial scene. The band is basically a one-man project by Ulf Skog.

The studio work is mainly done by Ulf Skog who also writes all the songs. A great deal of guest musicians has appeared both live and on the records.

“The album as such is not a concept album but consists of songs written during the period of possible energy crisis, therefor the title ‘Blackout’.” Ulf Skog comments on the album.

Listen to the album on music services:

https://push.fm/fl/kaoskrew-blackout
https://www.facebook.com//
https://www.kaoskrewmusic.com/

Track-list:

  1. At The Core
  2. Retribution
  3. Know Thyself
  4. Wake-up
  5. Electro Magnetic Machine
  6. Raceway
  7. Strangers Gate
  8. Dark Circus
  9. Bounce
  10. Flame On
  11. Electric Masquerade

Source: Inverse Records

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STATIC-X Machine Killer Tour Concert Review And Photos – October 13th 2023 At Piedmont Hall In Greensboro North Carolina

Posted in concerts, Heavy Metal, industrial metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , on October 21, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

After an incredible run earlier this year on the Rise of the Machine Tour, Static-X is back on the road but this time with some new friends. The 2023-2024 Machine Killer Tour now includes not only Static-X and Dope but Sevendust has now been introduced into this already powerful equation. Fans lined up early at Piedmont Hall in Greensboro NC on Oct. 13th to get a taste of the action. There was no better way to spend Friday the 13th.

The show opened with Lines of Loyalty, a three piece band from Wisconsin. The band consists of Glenn Morrison on guitar and vocals, Redo Ianni on bass and Brayden Pike on drums. Morrison has extremely crisp vocals that come from a place of passion. Pike is the definition of never judge a book by its cover. He looks all sweet and innocent but plays the drums like they owe him money. The only time Lanni ever stood still was when he was addressing the crowd. Other than that he owned every inch of his side of the stage with both physical movements and sound. Overall Lines of Loyalty was extremely well received.

Dope was up next with a bit of a last minute line-up change. Early on in the show lead singer, Edsel Dope, informed fans that long time guitarist Andre Karkos, better known as Virus, was hospitalized. At the time the reason for hospitalization was unknown, however, Edsel reassured everyone that he was doing ok. He then introduced Virus replacement, Tommy Shaffer. Shaffer fit in perfectly. He looked the part and he played so well it felt more like he had been touring with them the whole time rather than just filling in.

Edsel has a very calming presence when he speaks. He talked to the crowd with such care and confidence and then turned around and sang with such anger, power and intensity. The rest of the band easily matched his performance. Drummer Chris Warner is always a treat to see. He makes it look so effortless but the sound is so fierce. Bass player, Daniel Fox, was all over the stage making faces and making sure everyone could feel the music.

Dope had the crowd hyped but when Sevendust took the stage the crowd erupted with screams of excitement. Lead singer, Lajon Witherspoon is a powerhouse of a front man. He had command of everyone in the building with just his voice. Witherspoon is proof that even though metalheads may look and sound scary they really are one big family and they look out for each other. During their set, Witherspoon, opened up a walking pit and encouraged everyone to join in a safe space that was similar to a circle pit.

This did not stop him from also encouraging the crowd to open multiple mosh pits. He acted kind of like a mosh pit life guard, singing one moment and in the same breath asking if someone was ok then going right back into the next line. Mid set Witherspoon paused, pointed the microphone at the audience, and stood back to listen as the crowd sang back at him like they were part of the band.

The best way to describe drummer, Morgan Rose, is the human version of Animal the Muppet. He shows no mercy to those drums yet the music still sounds so wonderful.

Pairing his animalistic approach to the drums with the deep soul touching sound of Vinnie Horsnsby’s bass, it was impossible not to feel the music. From the bathroom to the concession line every part of that venue was shaking. Clint Lowery and John Connolly are an underrated guitar duo who even on opposite sides of the stage still play well together.

Finally it was time for Static-X to take the stage. Imagine this, a storm of soapy foam like bubbles cloud the stage, a large smiling pumpkin man enters from the side as music plays. Suddenly the music changes and the pumpkin man’s smile turns into a terrifying devilish grin. Tony Campos, Ken Jay, and Koichi Fukuda take the stage as Xero’s laser red eyes appear atop a podium dressed in a steal Static-X logo. Hollow begins to play. As Xero steps down from the podium and the band transitions into Terminator Oscillator the stage became flooded with smoke bubbles (dry ice). Whoever says bubbles aren’t metal has obviously never seen a cyborg play guitar as they pop around him.

Xero’s vocal style is extremely similar to that of original lead singer, Wayne Static. The concept of replacing a fallen band member has always had some controversy behind it but Xero has been taken in with open arms. It is apparent that he is in no way trying to replace Wayne but instead keeping his legacy alive. Static came out with a new album in 2020 called Project: Regeneration Vol. 1. This year they have dropped a few songs from Vol. 2, which is set to release in 2024. As the band began to play Z0mbie a new but familiar looking monster appeared on stage. He towers over the band, he’s green, his hair reaches to the heavens and he is simply known as FRANKENSTATIC.

Campos and Fukuda do an amazing job at commanding the sides of the stage. Campos stomps along to the beat of his bass with the same power that he puts into playing it. Fukuda hypes the crowd up with a level of shredding that has been consistent over almost 30 years. Even though Jay is hidden behind Xero’s hair it doesn’t stop anyone from hearing the crashing of his symbols or thunder like sounds as he strikes the drumhead. It wouldn’t be a Static-X show without an appearance from everyone’s favorite Shovel Man during I’m With Stupid. A song which no one could resist singing along to. However, nothing could compare to the roar that they met as they ended the show with Push It.

Static- X used the momentum from the Rise of the Machine Tour and doubled that energy with new friends both human and monster. With all four bands there is something for everyone on the Machine Killer Tour. Whether it’s this year or next this is a show no one should miss. Everyone shoud enjoy a little evil disco now and again. – Tanis Enos

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STATIC X “Rise Of The Machine Tour” Concert Review By Tanis Enos – Featuring FEAR FACTORY, MUSHROOMHEAD, DOPE And SOCIETY 1 At The Underground, Charlotte North Carolina

Posted in concert reviews, concerts, Heavy Metal, industrial metal, industrial metal bands, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , , , , on March 20, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

The Rise of the Machine Tour drew in a sold out crowd on March 16, at The Underground in Charlotte North Carolina. The show consisted of headliner Static X and supporting acts Society 1, Dope, Mushroomhead, and Fear Factory. Fans were lining up outside as early as 10am to secure a spot as close to the action as possible.

With an explosion of sound, Society 1 opened the show, immediately getting the crowd riled up and ready for the rest of the night. Lead singer Matt Zane, also known as Lord Zane, brings a creative mix of both clean low vocals and different levels of aggressive growls and screams. His performance style is extremely active and he is always looking to shock the crowd. Zane is backed by an equally intense band consisting of Erik Kluiber on guitar, Jimmy Minj on bass and Dagon TheDestroyer on drums. Loud, proud and in your face is the best way to describe all of Society 1.

In an almost seamless transition, Dope took the stage next. Lead singer Edsel Dope came out vocals blazing holding nothing back the entire show. The uncaged punk rage known as Acey Slade made an explosive impact but not on his normal low end, instead Slade wielded the axe all night. The foundation was set by the sturdy rhythm section made up of Daniel Fox on bass and Chris Warner on drums. All together the band produced a sound performance that any existing Dope fan would love and any new fan would remember for a long time.

Mushroomhead came out with a literal bang. Instantly fans in the front row were hit with water bouncing of the huge barrel-like drums on both sides. Water wasn’t the only thing flying off the stage. Singer Scott Beck jumped into the arms of rowdy fans and crowd surfed as chaos continued on stage. Mushroomhead excelled the most at adding the heaviest Nu Metal sound to an overall Industrial tour.

Fear Factory was next and by then the crowd was out of their minds. Still continuing the Industrial metal theme, Fear Factory added a touch of thrash metal at the hands of guitarist Dino Cazares, that set them apart from the rest of the bands. Tony Campos played double duty owning the bass for Fear Factory and later coming back with the same intensity and drive on the bass for Static X. Milo Silvestro commanded the stage with authority on vocals. Mike Heller kept the beat up on drums.

Finally it was time for Static X. Before the band even took the stage, fans were screaming at a level that could easily be compared to that of teenage girls at a boy band concert. After a thrilling rendition of Sweet Caroline sang at full volume by the crowd the lights went dark and one single light could be seen coming from the stage. The light was held by a strange creature, which Campos, later referred to as the Xbox Logo and others call Shovel Man, who can also be found in the music videos for both “Push It” and “I’m With Stupid”. Campos returned to the stage next followed by drummer Ken Jay and guitarist Koichi Fukuda.

Lights flashed to the thunderous sound of their music as lead singer Xer0 joined them on stage. Xer0 debuted a new look at the beginning of the tour that combined his primary look with that of a robot. The iconic tall spiky hair that original lead singer Wayne Static was known for is honored in a wiry cyborg like do. As anyone would be, some fans were skeptical about a new lead singer and how it would affect the Static X sound. However, as the show progressed it was clear that not only did Xer0 have the look but he brought the grit and sound that Static fans love. At this time, the band has no plans to reveal the identity of the new lead singer and as fans fell under Xer0’s robotic trance, it was apparent that it did not matter to them who was under the mask. Unfortunately, due to the size restrictions of the venue the band was unable to put on the full production they had planned for the tour.

Nonetheless, the fans soaked up every single bit of their performance singing just as loud as Xer0. Static X still had a few tricks up their sleeve for this small venue. During “Cold” the lights turned to shades of blue as a blizzard of snow covered the band, adding to the already deep and powerful vibe of the song. The energy shifted immediately as “I’m With Stupid” began to play. Everybody’s favorite Shovel Man returned to the stage and along with him came monstrous sized balloons. Overall, Static X did an incredible job stimulating the crowd both visually and audibly and left the crowd wanting more.

– Tanis Enos

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Finnish Industrial Metal Band RUOSKA Releases Their Sixth Album Later This Year – New Single Out Now!

Posted in industrial metal, Metal, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on February 10, 2022 by Metal Odyssey

Finnish industrial metal band RUOSKA is finishing the production of their sixth full length album. Now they have released a second single from the upcoming album.

Frontman Patrik Mennander backgrounds the new single:

“Kade leads the listener deeper inside the upcoming album’s dark atmosphere. It’s a story about eternal disasters and misery that continue across the generations. The Ruoska soldier on the cover artwork is about to begin his journey on this cursed and devastated world trying to survive while searching (for) signs of life. Ruoska’s story continues with familiar futuristic themes and the mystery around the concept starts to unveil. The music video of Kade visualizes the story and will be released later this spring. Also another single will be released later this spring and the full album in autumn 2022.”

Release date: February 10th 2022

Distribution: Concorde Music Company / Inverse Music Group

Composers: Patrik Mennander, Samuli Rimmi & Reeta-Kaisa Teikari
Lyrics: Anssi Routalehto

https://www.facebook.com/ruoskaband

Listen to “Kade”:

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3gxZWVW

Bandcamp: https://ruoska.bandcamp.com/

Youtube: https://youtu.be/N-cG76-Woq8

Apple Music: https://apple.co/3gCdVu0

LONG LIVE RUOSKA.

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Ingrian Backgrounded Industrial Artist Aleksander Susi Releases New Single In Russian Language

Posted in industrial metal, Metal, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on January 2, 2022 by Metal Odyssey

Photo: Aleksander Susi

Aleksander Susi (a.k.a. Aleksi Susi, i.a. ex-2wolves, ex-Scent of Flesh, Alexanred) has released his newest single and for the first time in Russian language. He has Ingrian background and in 1990, as a child, moved from Russia to Finland with his parents.

For years he has been active as a solo-artist nowadays, releasing regularly his Industrial Metal influenced music.

The latest song “Он не такой”, simply translated as “He is different”, is about a young man, a free soul, who goes his own path in his life.

Source: Inverse Records

Listen to “Он не такой”:

Spotify https://spoti.fi/3JbFO90

Youtube: https://youtu.be/ftswWy8z_o8

Bandcamp https://aleksandersusi.bandcamp.com/

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AUTHOR & PUNISHER – Live Rituals To Commence Next Week In Tulsa, OK

Posted in drone metal, industrial metal, Metal, metal music, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on July 25, 2013 by Metal Odyssey

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In just one week, AUTHOR & PUNISHER – one Tristan Shone – will embark upon a 19-date North American trek supporting Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals. Fittingly dubbed the Technicians Of Distortion Tour, the long-anticipated journey will commence July 31st in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Additional support will be provided by WARBEAST.

Comments Shone of the upcoming adventure: “I knew I had to step it up when Phil asked me to join this tour…the result is my most ambitious live undertaking. I have worked myself to a bloody pulp soldering, rewiring, building, to make things stronger, louder and more devastating.  I also am bringing a small team along with me as well to help with live video streaming, cameras etc.  This will for sure be a raucous affair not to be missed….”

AUTHOR & PUNISHER mercilessly manipulate the principal conventions of doom, industrial and heavy bass music relying on cold steel and soulless machinery to sonically replicate the despondency of life. Described most succinctly as “industrial doom,” this one-man project utilizes primarily custom designed and fabricated machines and speakers, devices that draw heavily on aspects of industrial automation and robotics and focus upon the eroticism of interaction with machine. Through his maniacal audio decomposition, Shone paints an often disturbing soundtrack of a world gone rotten.

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AUTHOR & PUNISHER – Technicians of Distortion Tour 2013
w/ Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals, Warbeast
7/31/2013 Cain’s Ballroom – Tulsa, OK
8/02/2013 Wooly’s – Des Moines, IA
8/03/2013 First Avenue – Minneapolis, MN
8/04/2013 Bottom Lounge – Chicago, IL
8/05/2013 Melody Inn – Indianapolis, IN*
8/06/2013 House of Blues – Cleveland, OH
8/07/2013 The Intersection – Grand Rapids, MI
8/09/2013 Royal Oak Music Theatre – Royal Oak, MI
8/10/2013 Opera House – Toronto, ON
8/11/2013 The Monkey House – Winooski, VT*
8/13/2013 The Palladium – Worcester, MA
8/14 /2013 Upstate Concert Hall – Clifton Park, NY
8/15/2013 Radio, Somerville, MA*
8/16/2013 Highline Ballroom – New York, NY
8/17/2013 Union Transfer – Philadelphia, PA
8/18/2013 The Fillmore – Silver Spring, MD
8/20/2013 The Masquerade – Heaven Stage – Atlanta, GA
8/22/2013 Tipitinas – New Orleans, LA
8/25/2013 The Complex – Glendale, CA*
*  AUTHOR & PUNISHER only

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AUTHOR & PUNISHER’s latest long player, Women & Children, was unleashed via Seventh Rule Recordings last month and continues to raise the eyebrows of fans and critics alike for its cold, mechanical, inexplicably cathartic audio menace.

Women & Children is currently available via Seventh Rule Recordings. Order your copy at http://shop.seventhrule.com.

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CRITICAL PRAISE:

“…heavy and disturbing like a nightmare you suddenly wake from but aren’t quite sure you fully escaped…” – Metal Injection

“Shone’s apocalyptic noise blends elements of industrial, doom, and dubstep, and contorts that mass into some chilling, unrecognizable form…” – Stereogum

 “…a remarkably bleak and sinister record that explores the depressive and psychedelic in entirely new ways.” – Heavy Blog Is Heavy

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(Source: Earsplit PR)

* For more info on AUTHOR & PUNISHER:

Facebook: Author & Punisher

http://www.authorandpunisher.com

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LONG LIVE AUTHOR & PUNISHER.

Stone.

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MINUS HEAD RECORDS SIGN SACRAMENTO ELECTRO-INDUSTRIAL OUTFIT KILL THE PRECEDENT

Posted in Hard Rock, industrial metal, industrial rock, Music, Punk rock, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on May 31, 2013 by Metal Odyssey

Kill The Precedent - large logo - B&WDIALOGUES FROM THE DEAD SET FOR AUG. 27 RELEASE

May 31, 2013, San Francisco – Minus Head Records, home of Pasadena Napalm Division, Incite and Death Valley High, have added Sacramento’s Kill The Precedent to their burgeoning roster.

The band, lauded by local alt-weekly the Sacramento News and Review for their “abrasive, aggressive Rock synchronized to visually transfixing slide shows,” self-produced the album at Pus Cavern with Joseph Johston (Cake,Deftones) mixing and Logan Mader (Gojira, Fear Factory) mastering.

Kill The Precedent have a handful of local dates confirmed throughout the summer including a Sunday show with Fear Factory at Ace of Spades.

TOUR DATES:

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(Source: Speakeasy PR & Marketing)

* For more info, click on the links below! Whoa!

facebook: Kill The Precedent

http://www.minusHEAD.com

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LONG LIVE KILL THE PRECEDENT.

Stone.

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DEVICE – Debut S/T Album Releases Tomorrow; April & May Tour Dates Posted!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal albums, industrial metal, industrial rock, Metal, metal music, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on April 8, 2013 by Metal Odyssey

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DEVICE – The debut and S/T album from DEVICE will be released tomorrow, April 9th, via Warner Bros. Records. Led by the legendary David Draiman (Disturbed) on vocals, this is an Industrial album that is highly anticipated throughout the Heavy Rock world. Check out the track listing for DEVICE below, as well as the band’s April/May tour dates!

Also, check out below the special guests on this DEVICE debut! Whoa!! I’m buying this CD tomorrow! Metal be thy name!

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DEVICE – TRACK LISTING:

01. You Think You Know

02. Penance

03. Vilify

04. Close My Eyes Forever (Ozzy Osbourne & Lita Ford cover) (feat. Lzzy Hale)

05. Out Of Line (feat. Serj Tankian, Geezer Butler)

06. Hunted

07. Opinion (feat. Tom Morello)

08. War Of Lies

09. Haze (feat. M. Shadows)

10. Through It All (feat. Glenn Hughes)

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APRIL/MAY 2013 TOUR DATES:

10-Apr – Mobile, AL – Soul Kitchen*

12-Apr – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Culture Room*

13-Apr -Orlando, FL – Tinker Field – WJRR Earth Day Birth Day

14-Apr – Ft. Myers, FL – Fort Rock Festival

16-Apr – Destin, FL – Club LA**

17-Apr -Huntsville, AL -Sammy T’s**

20-Apr – Tyler, TX – Click’s**

21-Apr – Lubbock, TX – Lonestar Amphitheatre – KFMX Show

23-Apr – Dallas, TX – Trees**

25-Apr – Houston, TX – Scout Bar**

26-Apr – Beaumont, TX – The Gig**

28-Apr – Jacksonville, FL – Welcome to Rockville Festival

30-Apr – New Orleans, LA – House of Blues**

01-May – Little Rock, AR – Juanitas**

03-May – Atlanta, GA –Centerstage*

04-May – Rockingham, NC -Carolina Rebellion Festival

10-May – Boone, IA – Lazerfest 2013

11- May – Kansas City, MO – Rockfest

18-May – Camden, NJ – MMRBQ Festival

19-May – Columbus, OH – Rock on the Range

24-May – Pryor, OK – Rocklahoma

*with Gemini Syndrome

**with Gemini Syndrome and Nonpoint

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* For more info on DEVICE, click on the link below!

facebook: Device

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LONG LIVE DEVICE.

Stone.

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FEAR FACTORY – Let’s Ponder The Concept Of ‘The Industrialist’

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal albums, heavy metal news, industrial metal, Metal, metal music, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , on September 21, 2012 by Metal Odyssey

FEAR FACTORY – By now, every loyal Fear Factory fan has (hopefully) purchased and listened to The Industrialist (at least) 500 times by now. Maybe more. Released back on June 2nd, via Candlelight Records, The Industrialist is a concept album that has what may be interpreted as a complex storyline, due in part to its philosophical thoughts that the lyrics provoke. I’ve (once again) been thoroughly entertained by the legendary Industrial Metal sound of Fear Factory on their eighth studio album. The concept has been equally fun for me as well, albeit a bit scary though!

Stone notes: When I refer to “machine” in the following lines, it is referenced towards the Industrialist and automaton(characters) that are the focal points of this impressive and chilling album: The Industrialist.

Man creates machine. Machine becomes a “free-thinker” by developing memories and emotions. Machine senses a “longing for existence” through said inherited memories and emotions. Machine rebels against its creator; which is man. The longtime controversial topic of man versus machine is once again realized and materialized through song, courtesy of the dynamic Industrial Metal super-duo of Burton C. Bell (vocalist, lyricist, producer) and Dino Cazares (multi-instrumentalist, producer).

I find The Industrialist to perhaps be a warning of what could one day become. Mankind may not have automatons walking around and tending to our every single need at this moment in 2012; yet computers do have an automaton quality about them. Granted, computers can only perform tasks that they are programmed to do and mankind still controls the technological wheel that drives every application we depend on.

(Left) Burton C. Bell, (Right) Dino Cazares

As I write this post on my MacBook Pro, I realize this computer will only do what I “tell it to do” by the click of a mouse or strike of a key. However, the science fiction side of my brain does make me ponder: could there one day be a computer application that will inherit true human emotions and memories? I’m not talking about archival memories, nor synthetic emotions here… I’m questioning the scary thought of a computer app becoming a free thinking entity!

The more I ponder this sci-fi aspect of computer technology, the more difficult it becomes (for me) to comprehend. A topic like this may very well be grouped in with those sensitive subjects such as politics, religion and (gasp) sex. Are we (mankind) supposed to question our rapid ascent of technology? When the topic of Armageddon is raised, the usual suspects of nuclear war, UFO’s, climate change, spontaneous natural disasters, the burning out of our sun, disease, famine and meteor showers are discussed. What about man-made machines like robotics or computers being the culprit(s) of a terrifying Armageddon?

As I read and listen to the lyrics of The Industrialist, it does take me back to the iconic box office franchise known as The Terminator and 2004’s I, Robot. This Fear Factory album has also reminded me of the song Metal Gods, from the 1980 Judas Priest album classic: British Steel. One stirring lyrical line from Metal Gods sums it up best, when delving into the sic-fi aspect of machine versus man: “From techno seeds we first planted, Evolved a mind of its own”.

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* For more info on FEAR FACTORY, click on the links below!

http://www.fearfactory.com

http://www.twitter.com/Fear_Factory

http://www.youtube.com/FearFactoryMusic

LONG LIVE FEAR FACTORY.

Stone.

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TRUTH CORRODED – To Support FEAR FACTORY On Their Upcoming Australian Tour

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal news, industrial metal, Metal, metal music, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , on September 16, 2012 by Metal Odyssey

TRUTH CORRODED is pleased to announce that the band will be supporting the mighty FEAR FACTORY on the band’s upcoming INDUSTRIALIST Australian Tour in late September.

“For us, the opportunity to perform alongside FEAR FACTORY has been a long time coming“, comments TRUTH CORRODED vocalist Jason North. ” Dino and Burton actually saw us play our third ever show at a VIP event they attended while the band were touring Australia over a decade ago. It’s awesome to have them invite us to play the whole Australian tour and to finally get the chance to share the stage together”.

It’s been a very active year for TRUTH CORRODED who toured Europe earlier this year with MALEVOLENT CREATION, KRISIUN and VITAL REMAINS, building on previous supports alongside bands such as LAMB OF GOD, ARCH ENEMY, BEHEMOTH, SEPULTURA, IN FLAMES and CHIMAIRA among many others both in Australia and abroad. The tour support will see the band round out an incredible year before TRUTH CORRODED turn their attention to writing and recording the follow-up toWorship The Bled.

INDUSTRIALIST AUSTRALIAN TOUR

SEPT 26 – Brisbane, AU @ Hi Fi
SEPT 27 –  Sydney, AU @ Hi Fi
SEPT 28 – Melbourne, AU @ Hi Fi
SEPT 29 – Adelaide, South Australia @ Adelaide Uni Bar

For more information on TRUTH CORRODED visit www.truthcorroded.com

The band’s latest album Worship The Bled is available now through Truth Inc. Records (www.truthincrecords.com) and at leading independent and JB Hifi music retailers.

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(Source: Team All About The Music – Publicity, Management, A&R)

LONG LIVE TRUTH CORRODED.

LONG LIVE FEAR FACTORY.

Stone.

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FEAR FACTORY – Announce August Headlining Dates For The World Industrialist Tour 2012

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal albums, industrial metal, metal music, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , , on July 23, 2012 by Metal Odyssey

Legendary Metal manipulators FEAR FACTORY are pleased to announce a U.S. headlining tour next month. Set to commence on August 1 in Fresno, California, the next segment of the The World Industrialist Tour 2012 will pummel its way across the country and includes a stop at this year’s Juggalo Gathering in Cave In Rock, Illinois alongside Soulfly, Static X, DMX, Onyx, and George Clinton among others. Additional dates will be announced in the coming days. Comments guitarist Dino Cazares: “We are really looking forward to getting back on tour to play classic FEAR FACTORY songs and new songs from The Industrialist!”

This will mark the FEAR FACTORY’s first official trek in support of The Industrialist, unleashed to North American fans June 5 via Candlelight Records. The second album written by Cazares and vocalist Burton C. Bell since reuniting in 2009 after a seven-year split., The Industrialist debuted on Billboard’s Top 200 chart at position 38 and maintained the #1 spot on the CMJ charts for three consecutive weeks.

Commended by Revolver Magazine in a 4/5 review for offering up “the same pulsating, angry urgency of old…nicely counterbalanced by some incredibly deft melodies,” while Metal Underground opined: “Burton C. Bell’s vocal harmonies, the group’s dynamics, Dino’s guitar play and, of course, the tightness of the rhythm section — featuring newcomer Matt DeVries of Chimaira fame on bass — was created with such superb craftsmanship that the album is in constant rotation in my brain, leading to play after play in the physical world, ” The Industrialist continues to floor fans and critics internationally.

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FEAR FACTORY – The World Industrialist Tour 2012:

8/01/2012 The Starline – Fresno, CA

8/02/2012 Brick By Brick – San Diego, CA

8/03/2012 Marquee Theatre – Tempe, AZ

8/05/2012 Cheyenne Saloon – Las Vegas, NV

8/07/2012 Sunshine Theatre – Albuquerque, NM

8/09/2012 Juggalo Gathering – Cave In Rock, IL

8/10/2012 Piere’s – Ft. Wayne, IN

8/11/2012 WIIL Rock Fest – Twin Lakes, WI

8/12/2012 Emerald Theatre – Mt. Clemens, MI

8/14/2012 Altar Bar – Pittsburgh, PA

8/15/2012 Starland Ballroom – Sayreville, NJ

8/16/2012 Chance – Poughkeepsie, NY

8/17/2012 Reverb – Reading, PA

8/18/2012 Coliseo Roberto Clelemente – San Juan, PR

8/19/2012 Revolution – Amityville, NY

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(Source: Earsplit PR)

* For more info on FEAR FACTORY, click on the links below!

http://www.fearfactory.com

https://www.facebook.com/fearfactory

http://candlelightrecordsusa.com

LONG LIVE FEAR FACTORY.

Stone.

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FEAR FACTORY – Announce Tour Cancellation

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal albums, heavy metal news, industrial metal, metal music, Music, rock music, rock music news with tags , , , , , , on July 4, 2012 by Metal Odyssey

Due to reasons well beyond the band’s control, FEAR FACTORY will not be taking part in this Summer’s Shockwave Tour, slated to commence July 6 in Seattle.

Commented the band in a collective statement: “We are truly disappointed not to be part of the Shockwave tour. We send our sincerest apologies to all our North American fans planning to come out this Summer, but we will be back. Please look for FEAR FACTORY headlining dates in August.”

FEAR FACTORY recently unleashed their latest full-length, The Industrialist, Stateside on June 5 via Candlelight Records.  Commended by Revolver in a 4/5 review for offering up “the same pulsating, angry urgency of old…nicely counterbalanced by some incredibly deft melodies,” called “…a well-orchestrated montage of universal agitation and despair,” by Alarm, and crowned “…their most aggressive offering to date,” by Exclaim, The Industrialist is the second album written by vocalist Burton C. Bell and guitarist Dino Cazares since reuniting in 2009 after a seven-year split.

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(Source: Earsplit PR)

* For more info on FEAR FACTORY, click on the links below!

http://www.fearfactory.com

https://www.facebook.com/fearfactory

http://candlelightrecordsusa.com

LONG LIVE FEAR FACTORY.

Stone.

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