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Source: Speakeasy PR & Marketing
More info: http://www.scionav.com
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(Photo Credit: Spinefarm Records)
NEW VENOM ALBUM LAUNCH CONFIRMED
The new VENOM album, From The Very Depths, will be available on January 27th, 2015, via: Spinefarm Records / UMG [Spine710386]. Containing 14 new songs and will be released on CD and Download formats. (Gatefold 4 x disc Vinyl Albums becoming available later). Spinefarm Records will also release a Single EP from the album; details coming soon.
Cronus (bass & vocals), Rage (Guitar) and Dante (drums) have returned with a follow-up to 2011’s studio album Metal masterpiece: Fallen Angels.
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FROM THE VERY DEPTHS – Track List:
ERUPTUS
FROM THE VERY DEPTHS
THE DEATH OF ROCK N ROLL
SMOKE
TEMPTATION
STIGMATA SATANAS
CRUCIFIED
EVIL LAW
GRINDING TEETH
OUVERTURE
MEPHISTOPHELES
WINGS OF VALKYRIE
RISE
Formed back in 1979 in Newcastle Upon Tyne, VENOM have been a major influence on the Thrash Metal, Extreme Metal and of course Black Metal genres. Metal heavyweights such as Slayer and Metallica have acknowledged their influence and importance, throughout the years. The name VENOM equates to non-commercial, blue-collar and real Metal. VENOM was and shall always be synonymous with pioneering Black, Thrash and Dark Metal. Metal be thy name – Stone
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* For more info on VENOM:
Website: http://www.venomslegions.com
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EISREGEN + DEBAUCHERY At HATEFEST 2015 w/ Six Feet Under + Marduk + Vader + Hate, this April 2015!
Presented by Blast!, Legacy, Metalnews.de, Noizeletter & RockHard
Events Info:
03.04.2015 – AT Wien – Gasometer – http://www.facebook.com/events/362759693884489
04.04.2015 – CH Pratteln – Z7 – http://www.facebook.com/events/309007212627621
05.04.2015 – DE Essen – Weststadthalle – http://www.facebook.com/events/698225953608453
10.04.2015 – DE Geiselwind – Musichall – http://www.facebook.com/events/747792118640501
11.04.2015 – DE München – Backstage – http://www.facebook.com/events/376785465813147
12.04.2015 – DE Berlin – Postbahnhof – http://www.facebook.com/events/1582349615332541
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* For more info on HATEFEST:
Facebook: Hatefest
(Source: Massacre Records)
Website: http://www.massacre-records.com/
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MASSACRE RECORDS proudly presents “Massacre Soundcheck Vol. 1” feat. Maverick, Messiah’s Kiss, Coronatus + Debauchery!
Listen to it on Spotify here: http://open.spotify.com/album/7nYjsGpGPOAS3HHfMU2T95
It’s also available on iTunes – 4 songs for 1,49€ only! Click here: http://geni.us/MasRecSoundcheckVol1
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Website: http://www.massacre-records.com/
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Mike Tirelli – Vocals
Jason Banks – Guitar
Georg Kraft – Guitar
Wayne Banks – Bass
Eckhard Ostra – Drums
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Here’s the track list of Messiah’s Kiss’ upcoming album Get Your Bulls Out!:
01. Livin In Paradise
02. Immortal Memory
03. Rescue Anyone? Rescue Me!
04. Survivor (Take A Ride On My Heels)
05. Time To Say Goodbye
06. Only Murderers Kill Time
07. Fuel For Life
08. Mission To Kill
09. Symphony Of Sin
10. Nobody Knows Your Name
11. Who’s The First To Die
12. Whisper A Prayer
13. Without Forgiveness
14. Buried Alive
Digipak Bonus Tracks:
15. Only Murderers Kill Time (Acoustic Version)
16. It’s No Good
* For more info on MESSIAH’S KISS:
Website: http://www.messiahskiss.com/
Website: http://www.massacre-records.com/
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Photo Credit: Lillian Axe Facebook
As reported on the Brand New Machine Facebook page, via vocalist Brantly Thompson:
With a heavy heart and a lot of tears we say goodbye to our friend, our brother and co-founder of Brand New Machine, Jon Ster. He was the wittiest, tender hearted and one of the most talented guys I have ever met. His laugh was infectious and he would light up a room just by walking in. The world was a much better place with Jon in it and he left us a legacy of great music, a beautiful daughter and tons of amazing memories. I’m going to miss you and your famous one liners my friend. Thank you for being a part of my life. Rest well, I love you brother.
-Brantly
Jon Ster
R.I.P.
11/29/2014
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As reported on the Lillian Axe Facebook page:
Today is a sad day. Former Lillian Axe guitarist Jon Ster passed away this morning. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.
Jon you will be missed.
Rest in peace our brother.
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The Metal Odyssey family extends condolences to the family, friends, bandmates and fans of Jon Ster. May Jon Ster rest in peace.
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Only 5,000 of these AMAZING Picture Discs were made available WORLDWIDE on Record Store Day Black Friday!
Side A features “Neon Knights”- Anthrax, “Rainbow In The Dark”- Corey Taylor, Roy Mayorga, Jason Christopher, Christian Martucci and Satchel and “Straight Through The Heart”- Halestorm!!!
Side B features “Neon Knights (Live)”- Dio, “Rainbow In The Dark (Live)”- Dio and “Straight Through The Heart (Live)”- Dio!!!
All monies received by the Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund from the sale of this picture disc will go directly to cancer research and to help find a cure! To find a participating Record Store Day Store near you, go to: www.recordstoreday.com
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Source: Facebook – Ronnie James Dio
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Pre-order Coronatus’ new album “Cantus Lucidus” on iTunes and download the instant grat track “Schnee & Rosen” right away! Click here: http://geni.us/CoronatusCLiTunes
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Carmen Lorch – Vocals,
Anny Maleyes – Vocals,
Olivér – Guitars,
Pinu’u Remus – Keys & Orchestra,
Mats Kurth – Drums
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Coronatus are an amazingly gifted band from Germany, featuring duo female vocalists and play Symphonic and Gothic Metal.
For more info on Coronatus: www.coronatus.de
Website: http://www.massacre-records.com/
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Vancouver, BC / Miami, FL / Hanover, Germany – November 27, 2014
Legendary Metal band VENOM have confirmed that they will join 70000TONS OF METAL on its voyage from Florida to Jamaica in January 2015.
VENOM will play two sets on board, one will focus on greatest hits and one will be an Exclusive Live World Premier of their forthcoming new album which will be released later in 2015.
Originally formed in 1978 and hailing from the English town Newcastle Upon Tyne, this will be VENOM’s 14th studio album.
VENOM will join the 60 band roster of 70000TONS OF METAL 2015, including Alestorm, Amorphis, Annihilator, Apocalyptica, Arch Enemy, Artillery, Behemoth, Blind Guardian, Cannibal Corpse, Crucified Barbara, D.A.D., Einherjer, Ensiferum, Equilibrium, God Dethroned, Grave Digger, Heathen, In Extremo, Kataklysm, Korpiklaani, Lake Of Tears, Michael Schenker’s Temple Of Rock, Municipal Waste, Napalm Death, Origin, Primal Fear, Tank, Therion, Threshold, Triosphere and Xentrix.
70000TONS OF METAL, The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise, will sail Thursday, January 22, 2015 aboard the Royal Caribbean “Liberty Of The Seas” from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Ocho Rios, Jamaica and will not return you to the real world until Monday, January 26, 2015.
There are very few tickets remaining, prices start at US$666 plus US $333 taxes and fees per person and include all on-board entertainment, non-alcoholic and non-carbonated beverages, all meals in the dining rooms, most on-board restaurants and even 24 room service!
Source: Ultimate Music Cruises, Inc.
Check out www.70000tons.com for more information.
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Above album cover artwork created by Dani Hofer from www.archetype-design.it.
You can preorder Serous Blacks’ album As Daylight Breaks on Amazon, Nuclear Blast Shop, Emp or in each record store world-wide already!
Limited Edition (14 Songs): http://amzn.to/1xcrSRl
Standard Edition (11 Songs): http://amzn.to/10DWorV
As a Special Box Set – Limited to 100 pieces (Limited Edition, 3 guitar picks, hand signed autograph cards, T-Shirt – M, L or XL and a merch pass which will get you 10% discount on tour. Everything will come in a cool metal box.
Size M: http://amzn.to/1xoxjfk
Size L: http://amzn.to/10xDcf7
Size XL: http://amzn.to/1xcrwdC
Urban Breed – vocals
Roland Grapow – guitars
Dominik Sebastian – guitars
Mario Lochert – bass
Jan Vacik – keyboards & orchestra
Thomen Stauch – drums & percussion
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* For more info on SERIOUS BLACK:
Facebook: Serious Black – Official
Website: http://www.afm-records.de/
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The new studio album from Germany’s Orden Ogan, Ravenhead, will be released on January 16th, 2015, via AFM Records. Above album cover art for Ravenhead painted by Andreas Marschall.
Ravenhead will be available as:
* CD * ltd. Digipak (incl. 2 bonus tracks & bonus Live DVD @ Summer Breeze 2013)
* Ltd. Special Edition (Raven sculpture + Digipak)
* Ltd. green Vinyl.
Also, on January 16th, 2015, Orden Ogan begin their European tour with the powerful Hammerfall!
Above: back cover art for Orden Ogan’s Ravenhead, painted by Andreas Marschall.
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SEEB – vocals, lead-guitar, keyboards
TOBI – lead-guitar
NIELS – bass
DIRK – drums
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* For more info on ORDEN OGAN:
Facebook: ORDEN OGAN
Website: http://www.afm-records.de/
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Website: http://www.afm-records.de/
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Kaotoxin Records recording artists DEEP IN HATE have been added to the bill at HellFest 2015, the famed French festival’s 10th anniversary. The second Kaotoxin band to play Hellfest (after AD PATRES in 2011), DEEP IN HATE will share the stage with Ace Frehley, Airbourne, Alice Cooper, Anthrax, Arch Enemy, At The Gates, Billy Idol, Biohazard, Bloodbath, Body Count, Cannibal Corpse, Children Of Bodom, Cradle Of Filth, Dead Kennedys, DRI, Envy, Exploited, Faith No More, Five Finger Death Punch, In Extremo, In Flames, Judas Priest, Killing Joke, Korn, Lamb Of God, Limp Bizkit, Madball, Marilyn Manson, Mayhem, Meshuggah, Motörhead, Nightwish, No FX, Red Fang, Rise Against, Satyricon, Scorpions, Slash, Slipknot, St Vitus, Terror, Triptykon, Wampas, Wovenhand, ZZ Top and SO many more!
Called a “bloody good album” by TheLairOfFilth.com, DEEP IN HATE’s Chronicles of Oblivion is out now and available in digital and limited-edition digisleeve CD formats.
Digital: listen.kaotoxin.com
CD and merch: shop.kaotoxin.com
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(Source: ClawHammer PR)
* For more info on DEEP IN HATE:
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The legendary Tommy Victor will be leading his band PRONG, through a 4 date tour of Australia: Ruining Lives In Australia Tour 2014. Beginning on November 19th in Sydney at the Metro Theatre and culminating on November 22nd at The Basement, in the capital city of Canberra, as headliners for Metal Fiesta #6, PRONG will be supporting their new and very addicting studio album: Ruining Lives.
PRONG Ruining Lives was released on May 13th, 2014 in the U.S., via Steamhammer / SPV.
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Tommy Victor – Vocals & Guitars
Jason Christopher – Bass, Backing Vocals
Art Cruz – Drums
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* For more info on PRONG:
Facebook: – Prong –
Website: http://www.prongmusic.com/
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/prongmusic
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Wresting the Revelation of Futility from Canadian Black/Death Metallers DIRE OMEN is out now on Dark Descent Records. Order it at this location.
Stream the album in its entirety and/or purchase the digital download at:
Characterized by a progression towards the chaotic, opaque darkness that now permeates their sound, the history of the Canadian Black/Death Metallers has led to the establishment of an undeniable identity, most evident on this debut album. Utilizing abyssal, morose imagery combined with a strong sense of Thelemic ritualism, DIRE OMEN has developed a unique take on the Black/Death genre.
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Track List:
Here and Hereafter (Overture)
Onward with Wounds of Disillusion
Ossuary
Hemotically Possessed
Servus Sevorum Dei
Foretold Untethering from Existence
Beyond Stillness
Vacuous Altar
Inversion of Samadhi Dire Omen
Closing the Portal
“A stupendously powerful release that fulfills the promise that was evident in the band’s previous shorter releases.” – No Clean Singing
“Dire Omen is a black cauldron of monochromatic squalor, punishing and gripping at the same time.” – PopMatters
R. Rodas – Guitars/Vocals
C. Thompson – Bass
K. Trueblood – Drums
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* Source: ClawHammer PR)
* For more info on DIRE OMEN:
https://www.facebook.com/direomen
darkdescentrecords.bandcamp.com
www.facebook.com/DarkDescentRecords
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COUNTESS – ‘Sermons Of The Infidel’ contains a selection of 15 songs from Countess’ past. These tracks were selected by the band and all – save two live songs – were recorded again specifically for this album, throughout 2013 and 2014.
Eight of these tracks were released in 2013 as a digital-only EP. Due to popular demand, the band decided to release a physical version as well. The original eight tracks have been remixed and remastered and seven tracks have been added: five more new versions of Countess classics – including a Manilla Road cover – and two live songs, recorded at the ‘Metal Magic’ festival in Denmark this year.
Though not an anthology in the strictest sense, this record does include many highlights from the band’s extensive discography. It is therefore a perfect record for those who aren’t familiar with Countess yet to get a first taste of the band’s unique take on metal.
‘Sermons Of The Infidel’ is released exclusively as a digipak with an 8-page booklet. The album is out now.
To get a taste of the album, listen to and watch Countess’ official video of ‘Bloed In De Sneeuw’, below. This perhaps Countess’ most well-known song as well as the first-ever Black Metal song with lyrics in Dutch. The original version was released on the band’s sophomore album twenty years ago.
‘Sermons Of The Infidel’ is out now and available from: http://countessmetal.bandcamp.com, www.heidenshart.nl and www.new-era-productions.nl
Countess is a Dutch band that has been unleashing metal music upon the world since 1992. Countess’ unique and harsh style of metal, characterized by an uncompromising loyalty to the old Heavy Metal and Black Metal traditions but by no means unoriginal, has certainly gone through changes over the years, but its essence has always remained the same.
The most important influences of Countess are the old Black Metal legends like Venom, Bathory and Hellhammer and traditional Heavy Metal bands like Manowar and Manilla Road.
Since 1993, Countess has released fourteen full-length albums. The most recent record, ‘Ancient Lies And Battle Cries’, was released this year.
In 2014 Countess also took to the stage again for the first time in more than sixteen years, including succesful shows at the ‘Veneration Of The Dead’ festival in Rotterdam, ‘Under The Black Sun’ in Berlin and ‘Metal Magic’ in Denmark.
Currently, the band is rehearsing for more upcoming shows as well as working on new material. After 22 years, Countess is still going strong.
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* For more info on COUNTESS:
http://countessmetal.bandcamp.com
www.facebook.com/CountessMetal
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* For more info on SLAYER:
http://www.slayer.net/us/slayeralbum15
Source: Speakeasy PR & Marketing
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As reported on the Wayne Static Facebook page:
November 1, 2014 – Platinum selling musician Wayne Richard Wells, better known as WAYNE STATIC, passed away at the age of 48.
WAYNE STATIC was the enigmatic former frontman and namesake of Static-X, who later forged a successful solo career. Wayne was scheduled to co-headline tours with Powerman 5000 and Drowning Pool over the next several months.
No additional information is available at this time.
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The Metal Odyssey family is saddened to learn of this tragic news and extends condolences to the family, bandmates, friends and fans of Wayne Static. May Wayne Static rest in peace and his music live on forever.
– Stone
Today is October 31st, 2014 and thus it’s Halloween, here in the United States! Through the centuries, Halloween has also been known as: All Hallows’ Eve, All Saints Eve and Allhalloween. Enough with the history lesson, Halloween is a day to enjoy all things spooky, dress up as monsters or serial killers and (if you’re a kid) knock on strangers doors and beg for candy, in the dark of night. Below are events that have taken place on Halloween during decades of METAL history. Onward, my METAL brethren, shall we…?
On October 31st, 1970 – Led Zeppelin’s third album, Led Zeppelin III reached the top of the Billboard 200 Albums Chart for the beginning of a four-week run at #1. This was Led Zeppelin’s second number one album in the United States.
On this day in 1974 – The mighty Led Zeppelin officially celebrate the UK launch of their record label Swan Song, with a party at the Chislehurst Caves in Kent, UK. This Halloween gala was attended by the likes of label mates Bad Company, The Pretty Things, Roy Harper, strippers, magicians and fire-eaters.
On October 31st, 1974 – Cheap Trick made their live debut at Charlotte’s Web, in their hometown of Rockford, Illinois. Long live Cheap Trick!
On this day in 1975 – The legendary Queen released Bohemian Rhapsody, which at the time of its release was the most expensive single ever recorded. The song would reach number one in the United Kingdom on two occasions. This iconic song hit the top ten in the United States; twice peaking at #9 in 1976 and thanks to Wayne’s World, Bohemian Rhapsody peaked at #2 in 1992. Rest in peace, Freddie Mercury.
On October 31st, 1990 – Before his concert in Seattle, the legendary Billy Idol decided to dump 600 dead fish in the dressing room of opening act Faith No More. Faith No More reciprocated by streaking onstage during Billy Idol’s set. Whoa!
On this day in KISSTORY, October 31st, 1998 – KISS kicked off their tour in support of their 18th studio album: Psycho Circus. This was (supposedly) the first (full) album with their original lineup in 18 years. The famed Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles was where this KISS tour began. The Smashing Pumpkins opened for KISS. This was the first KISS concert tour to have 3-D visual effects.
On October 31, 2014 – The legendary MISFITS with special guests JASTA will be performing at The Reserve, in Meriden, Connecticut. Metal be thy name!
On this day in 2014 – The Thriller/Horror film ABCs Of Death 2 is released in U.S. theaters. Whoa!
On Halloween, October 31st, 1963, Mikkey Dee was born. Happy Birthday, Mikkey! Whoa yeah, man, you ROCK! Mikkey Dee is the legendary drummer for Motörhead. Mikkey Dee has also been a drummer for legends: King Diamond, Don Dokken and Helloween. Above photo is the Mikkey Dee cover feature for the January 2014 issue of DRUM!.
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On October 30th, 1982 –RUSH peaks at #21 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart with their single: New World Man. This hit is featured on the ninth studio album from RUSH, released in 1982 titled: Signals.
On this day in 1985 – MTV premieres the music video “Sun City” by Artists United Against Apartheid. Artists United Against Apartheid was a protest group of world-famous musicians, founded by activist and guitarist Steven Van Zandt, aka Little Steven, along with record producer Arthur Baker. The mission was to protest apartheid in South Africa.
On October 30th, 1988 – Bon Jovi kicked off their Jersey Syndicate Tour in support of their fourth studio album: New Jersey. The tour lasted 16 months. Bon Jovi then took a two-year hiatus after the end of this tour. Shown above is a tour program for the Jersey Syndicate Tour.
On this day in 1998 – The legendary Black Sabbath appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman. It was the band’s first appearance on U.S. television since 1976.
On this day in KISSTORY, 1998 – KISS appeared on the television show Millennium, both with and without their trademark makeup.
On October 30th, 2012 – The third studio album from Flyleaf was released on A&M/Octone Records, titled: New Horizons. Originating from Texas, Flyleaf has been recording their style of Alternative Metal since 2005.
On October 30th, 2013 – The paranormal movie, Skinwalker Ranch was released. This film is based on true events and was rated R. In other words, this is a scary movie to watch for Halloween! Whoa.
Above: Grace Slick – Creem cover feature/December 1977
Above: The Best Of Grace Slick (1999 – RCA Records)
On October 30th, 1939, Grace Victoria Wing, aka Grace Slick was born in Chicago, Illinois. Happy Birthday, Grace! Grace Slick is world-famous as the former vocalist for Jefferson Airplane, Jefferson Starship, Starship, The Great Society and as a solo artist. During her post music years, Grace Slick has found fame again as an artist in the visual/fine arts.
Above, L to R: Cliff Williams, Malcolm Young, Angus Young, Chris Slade and Brian Johnson of AC/DC. (Hard Force magazine/France/December 1990)
Above, L to R: Jimmy Page, Chris Slade, Paul Rodgers and Tony Franklin of The Firm. (circa 1985)
On October 30th, 1946, Chris Slade was born. Happy Birthday, Chris! Chris Slade is the former drummer for Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, The Firm, Uriah Heep, Asia and of course, the mighty AC/DC. Actually, Chris Slade has been a drummer for quite a few diverse acts, including the dynamic Tom Jones.
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