Release Date: 10/06/2011

New edition of the album featuring 2 bonus tracks, one of which is previously unreleased and has been specially re-mixed and constructed from the original recordings by Vicotnik himself.

To fans of black metal, Dødheimsgard need no introduction, being as they are one of the great purveyors of the Norwegian Black Metal creative evolution. The band was formed in 1994 by Aldrahn (Thorns) and Vicotnik (Ved Buens Ende). The early incarnation was that of a raw and melodic black metal band, with their debut album also featuring Fenriz of Darkthrone on bass.

The band quickly evolved, and by Dødheimsgard’s third album, ‘666 International’, Vicotnik had taken over a lot of the writing duties, with DHG’s style becoming more technical yet ferocious black metal, with strong experimental ideas and industrial elements. Vicotnik’s riffs were inspired by cult bands such as Thorns, and perfectly entwined with Aldrahn’s delightfully twisted lyrics and immense vocals to create something truly unique. All in all ‘666 International’ is rightly regarded as a highly influential masterpiece of avant-garde metal by many since its release in 1999.

Bruce Dickinson is an artist who has influenced thousands of singers, musicians and fans alike in his outstanding role as the front man of legendary band Iron Maiden. He has also on to achieved great success as a solo artist, and is also acclaimed as a Radio DJ, TV presenter, pilot, author and voice of modern music.
It has been seven years since Bruce released his last solo album ‘The Chemical Wedding’ which received massive critical acclaim and explored intriguing and dark Blakean themes. The intervening years have seen him make a highly successful return to Iron Maiden, with two huge albums and record breaking live shows and tours.

‘Tyranny Of Souls’, Bruce’s new solo venture, sees him return to once again to collaborate with guitarist/producer/writer Roy Z in Los Angeles. The album is adorned with a 15th century depiction of hell by Hans Hemling and continues this theme to explore dark apocalyptic themes delving into science, theology and of course his love of flight, with thought provoking, intelligent and menacing lyrics that are sure to leave the listener’s mind unsettled. Heavy riff laden songs and explosive virtuoso guitar work from Roy joined with the definitive Dickinson soaring vocals make this ground breaking album a tour de force of modern Metal.

Bruce is a man for all seasons whose punishing schedule would terrify a less driven soul. It was following on from the end of the last Maiden tour that Bruce saw an opportunity to work alongside Roy again.

“With Maiden, once the band have finished up on the tours, we all tend to go our separate ways and do our own thing for a while until it’s time to saddle up again for the next album. I knew I could seize the chance to work with Roy in between his work on the new Priest Album. We both work quickly together which I like and the recording is very organic so it came together quite easily. I’m very proud of it.”

Danko Jones, 1996: “I got a white Cadillac … I keep the back seat for lovin’”
Danko Jones, 2010: “I can screw your girl in the back of my Cadillac”

Dario Mollo is an Italian guitar player/producer who stood behind one of Italian Heavy Metal prime movers – Crossbones. Drawing on his previous years of work, his many valuable hours of studio time and his perfected technique, he teamed up with Don Airey and some friends to record the first The Cage album. Almost completed, the album needed a voice and Dario was introduced to ex Black Sabbath singer Tony Martin. Tony Martin wrote lyrics and melodies for the amazing tracks that Dario had already assembled, and thus The Cage was born.

“The Third Cage” is the anticipated third release from Dario Mollo and Tony Martin duo and has been recorded in Dario’s brand new studio. The songwriting, the sound and the video production of this new project are absolutely stunning and show the great level of songwriting and production skills that Mollo has developed in the past few years. All Hard Rock lovers should simply not miss this record which bravely melts several influences in a cutting edge release.

For Fans Of: Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, AC/DC

French metallers Darkness Dynamite formed in January 2007 combining a strong musical technique with a sense of image. Darkness Dynamite quickly started generating heat on LASTFM.com and MYSPACE.

Darkness Dynamite integrates all of the modern metal flavors but takes inspiration from 80’s metal paying homage to Metallica, Guns n' Roses, Pantera and Sepultura among others. Delivering sonic assaults from death metal, breathe taking guitar leads and catchy choruses designed to make stadiums scream, Darkness Dynamite succeeded in fusing the perfect combination of pure aggression with the most sophisticated melodic arrangements. ‘The Astonishing Fury of Mankind’ is an extremely accomplished debut release that will quickly establish Darkness Dynamite as a serious up & comer in 2009!

For fans of: Job For A Cowboy, Bring Me The Horizon, The Black Dahlia Murder, The Red Chord & Pantera!

Release Date: 22/07/2011

2 DISC EDITION OF DARKTHRONE’S DEATH METAL OPUS, INCLUDING BONUS TRACK & COMMENTARY DISC FROM FENRIZ & NOCTURNO.
‘Goatlord’ is the title of what was to originally be Darkthrone’s second album. The style followed very much in the vein of the debut, ‘Soulside Journey’, with a mid-paced melodic, yet technical death metal style. This 2-CD edition of ‘Goatlord’ includes the bonus track ‘A Blaze in the Northern Sky’ in its original form & also a commentary disc with Fenriz & Nocturno reflecting on the tracks & their inspirations at the time of writing the material, as the music plays in the background. Also features new cover artwork, as selected by the band, which they feel better represents the band’s vision, as opposed to the image featured on the Moonfog version of the album.

For fans of: Immortal, Satyricon, Bathory, Emperor & Mayhem.

THE 7th STUDIO ALBUM FROM THE NORWEGIAN BLACK METAL LEGENDS – NOW ON PEACEVILLE WITH BONUS COMMENTARY DISC
DARKTHRONE began in the late 80’s and became legends of the black metal world and one of the original leading bands of the Norwegian scene. ‘Ravishing Grimness’ was DARKTHRONE’s seventh studio album, originally released in 1999. The album contained more mid-paced black metal than some of their previous releases, with Celtic Frost inspired riffs once again an important factor in DARKTHRONE’s music, as well as featuring more rock and punk elements than earlier albums.
This edition of ‘Ravishing Grimness’ includes new cover artwork selected by the band, as well as an extra disc including commentary tracks from Fenriz and Nocturno Culto describing their inspirations, as well as memories from the time of recording.

For Fans of: BURZUM, BATHORY, MARDUK, MAYHEM & WATAIN.

In the darkest form of incubated evil, a symbol has been born to strike immense fear into the hearts of mortal weakness. Kristof Bathory, Volkar Kael, Bahemoth and Othuum, four vile forms that control a new era where nightmares become reality and where the sounds of the macabre shall emerge from a catastrophic symphony, have resurrected the sounds and visions of horror, hatred, and suffering that is spewed forth in the form of extreme horror metal that is Dawn Of Ashes.

It is now time for Dawn Of Ashes to increase the brutality so prepare yourself for further devastation as the ashes will never rest upon the weak.

For fans of: Dimmu Borgir, Cradle of Filth, Immortal, Satyricon and Watain.

Undoubtedly the leaders in taking New Zealand metal to the world, New Zealand’s foremost extreme metal band are set Dawn of Azazel are set to raise the bar both here and abroad with their brutal, violent and invovative new album ‘Relentless’.

Undoubtedly the leaders in taking New Zealand metal to the world, New Zealand’s foremost extreme metal band are set Dawn of Azazel are set to raise the bar both here and abroad with their brutal, violent and invovative new album ‘Relentless’.

Hailing from the industrial wastelands of Manchester, gutter-rock-n-rollers Dear Superstar are blazing their unscrupulous and depraved rollercoaster ride full of booze, babes and the blues right into your life!

Ever since their conception in 2004, Dear Superstar have been provoking titanic waves on the live scene and destroying stages across the UK and Europe with their never surrender attitude and heart stopping shows!! I guess you could call them Rude, Tattooed, Straight Talking, Port Drinking Rock Stars. Featuring Jason “Jay” James (Bullet For My Valentine) on the track ‘Live, Love, Lie’.

A killer album and one for fans of: Bullet For My Valentine, Avenged Sevenfold, Motley Crue, Hanoi Rocks, Atreyu and Funeral For A Friend!

Killing Season", our latest album, is a true story that has happened before, time and time again, as it is happening at this moment. It’s a tale told of tyranny, rebellion and justice. Each song is a reflection of this oppressive situation through the eyes of those affected by it. Driven by greed, the actions of those “in control” inflict irreversible consequences upon innocent victims of the power hungry swine!

The eventual result is frustration, despair, anger and finally revolution. This record speaks of truth and freedom. It also tells of the pain and suffering caused by this brutal reality we’re forced to live in. Fueled by angst combined with hope, Killing Season is about to begin…" Rob Cavestany, DEATH ANGEL guitarist Legendary Bay Area Thrahers DEATH ANGEL, one of the most influential bands of the scene, have finished their newest effort "Killing Season". Four years after the acclaimed comeback album "The Art Of Dying", the band managed to even top this last album with seemingly no trouble involved. "Killing Season" is a faster record than "The Art Of Dying" was – in the vein of the old classic "The Ultra Violence". Every thrash metal head will have some big tears in his eyes, listening to what DEATH ANGEL created with this soon to be classic!

The production and mixing duties were overtaken by the famous Nick Raskulinecz (FOO FIGHTERS, STONE SOUR, RUSH), co-produced by Rob Cavestany, while the mastering was done by Bran Gardener (LAMB OF GOD, MADONNA). You can imagine, that the sound is nothing but amazing involving these legends! "Killing Season" is not less than the best candidate for THE Thrash Metal album in 2008! "This is the Death Angel masterpiece of all time. Great guitar riffs, chorus and an amazing production. It is very impressive how all the new songs are remarkable! You are not going to pull out any track here!" Claudio / Roadie Crew Brasil

Death Angel is on of the few bands that have been really constant over the years. Every album they’ve put out was a great piece of Thrash Metal. And the new album ‘Relentless Retribution’ is no exception to that.

The whole record is a little bit darker than the last ones, which indeed fits them better than anybody could ever imagine. They sound as unique as always, but this time, it has this really special feeling to it. Furthermore, it takes them to an even higher level. From beginning to end the album kicks you right in the face with straight forward Thrash Metal Riffs combined with some more complex parts, some slower parts and a brilliant sounding Mark Osegueda on vocals. The legacy goes on!

For fans of: Megadeth, Metallica, Anthrax, Testament & Exodus!

Death Angel is on of the few bands that have been really constant over the years. Every album they’ve put out was a great piece of Thrash Metal. And the new album ‘Relentless Retribution’ is no exception to that.

The whole record is a little bit darker than the last ones, which indeed fits them better than anybody could ever imagine. They sound as unique as always, but this time, it has this really special feeling to it. Furthermore, it takes them to an even higher level. From beginning to end the album kicks you right in the face with straight forward Thrash Metal Riffs combined with some more complex parts, some slower parts and a brilliant sounding Mark Osegueda on vocals. The legacy goes on!

For fans of: Megadeth, Metallica, Anthrax, Testament & Exodus!

Death Angel is on of the few bands that have been really constant over the years. Every album they’ve put out was a great piece of Thrash Metal. And the new album ‘Relentless Retribution’ is no exception to that.

The whole record is a little bit darker than the last ones, which indeed fits them better than anybody could ever imagine. They sound as unique as always, but this time, it has this really special feeling to it. Furthermore, it takes them to an even higher level. From beginning to end the album kicks you right in the face with straight forward Thrash Metal Riffs combined with some more complex parts, some slower parts and a brilliant sounding Mark Osegueda on vocals. The legacy goes on!

For fans of: Megadeth, Metallica, Anthrax, Testament & Exodus!

After their last successful album, DEATH ANGEL return with a new live DVD, filmed at the Rock Hard Festival in Germany. DEATH ANGEL have always been known for being one of the best, possibly THE best metal live band on this planet.

This DVD perfectly caught the energy and the power which they bring to the stage and the sound quality just matches the awesomeness of the concert. If there is one band you need to see performing live at least once in your lifetime, it’s definitvely DEATH ANGEL.

2004 will go down in history as the year the Bay Area legends returned… Following the mind-blowing comeback of EXODUS with "Tempo Of The Damned" in February, it’s now time for another ‘Frisco Bay legend to steal the spotlight again: DEATH ANGEL! The five-piece became immortal between 1987 and 1990 with their three milestone albums "The Ultra Violence", "Frolic Through The Park" and above all "Act III", but vanished almost completely into thin air afterwards.

"The Art Of Dying" is DEATH ANGEL's first album after a 14 years hiatus, but one thing is sure: time hasn't harmed the band's talent in any way! With a line-up that has remained largely unchanged since the 1980s (only Gus Pepa left the band and got replaced by Ted Aguilar), DEATH ANGEL deliver a tour-de-force of pure, uncut thrash Metal comprising of great and powerful thrashers like 'Thrown To The Wolves', 'Thicker Than Blood' and 'Prophecy', "The Art Of Dying", incredible mid-tempo smashers such as the catchy 'The Devil Incarnate' and even a haunting ballad with 'Words To The Wise'.

DEATH ANGEL were one of the youngest bands from the Bay Area to thrill thrash fans from the very beginning on with their inventive style. A demo tape, produced in 1986 by Kirk Hammett (METALLICA) got them a deal with Enigma Records and led to the first album "The Ultra Violence" in 1987 (drummer Andy was only 14 years old at the time!). The youthful spirit and pure energy of the record hit the scene like a bomb and more than 40.000 copies were sold in just four months.

With "Frolic Through The Park" one year later the band received brilliant reviews and gained further popularity. This time though even MTV took note, and the video for ‘Bored’ found its way through the airwaves on "Headbanger's Ball". Death Angel’s TV premier furore prompted Geffen Records executives to sign the band on the spot.

The following masterpiece "Act III" is still regarded as one of the most unique, groundbreaking and essential Thrash albums ever. The video clips for 'Seemingly Endless Time' and 'Room With A View' were featured with heavy rotation on MTV and the following "Act III World Tour" was sold out almost completely!

Then, as the band was ready to climb higher peaks, tragedy struck. A serious tour bus crash in the Arizona dessert in 1990 left Andy Galeon critically injured and forced him to a year long recovery. During this downtime, singer Mark decided to leave the band and moved to New York. The remaining members formed THE ORGANIZATION (or THE O, as they came to be known) and released two pretty successful albums before the band also split up in 1995.

On the occasion of the "Thrash Of The Titans Festival", DEATH ANGEL reunited in 2001 and enthused the audience with an absolute killer show. Many further offers to play live came up quickly, resulting in gigs at the Dutch Dynamo Open Air 2002, a co-headlining position during the European "No Mercy" festival tour and supporting shows together with ANTHRAX, METALLICA and ROB HALFORD. Finally a dream for every DEATH ANGEL fan came true when the band announced the recordings of "The Art Of Dying" in late 2003.

Well, what to say more: Grab "The Art Of Dying" and see by yourself that DEATH ANGEL are more alive than ever before! It's just amazing…

DEATH, the heavy metal institution founded, realized, and helmed by legendary guitarist Chuck Schuldiner, released its legendary fourth studio album ‘’Human’’ (’91) to massive worldwide critical acclaim. The album’s complex and progressive music and introspective lyrics marked a massive stylistic change away from the more primitive early material for the group, and ‘’Human’’ went on to become one of the most influential metal records in the history of the genre. Now remixed under the watchful eye of longtime DEATH producer Jim Morris, ‘’Human’’ 2011 represents the fully-realized version of this epic album. Now remixed, remastered, repackaged and featuring over an hour of newly unearthed and previously unreleased early demo tracks, ‘’Human’’ 2011 is the definitive edition of this true metal classic.

For fans of: MORBID ANGEL, CANNIBAL CORPSE, CYNIC, BEHEMOTH, THE FACELESS, NILE & MESHUGGAH.

Release Date: 28/10/2011

DEATH, the heavy metal institution founded, realized, and helmed by legendary guitarist Chuck Schuldiner, released the ‘’Individual Thought Patterns’’ album (the follow-up to their watershed ‘’Human’’ release) in 1993. Expectations were high following ‘’Human’’, but Schuldiner proved once again that he could rise to any occasion. ‘’Individual Thought Patterns’’ further honed the forward-thinking and progressive direction birthed with ‘’Human’’, and included “The Philosopher”; arguably the best song to ever come from the world of extreme metal and to this date the most widely-recognized.
Remixed by DEATH mastering engineer Alan Douches (West West Side), remastered, repackaged and featuring tons of newly unearthed and previously unreleased live show and studio outtake, this is the ultimate version of ‘’Individual Thought Patterns’’.

For fans of: NILE, MORBID ANGEL, BEHEMOTH, MESHUGGAH & DECAPITATED!

DEATH, the heavy metal institution founded, realized, and helmed by legendary guitarist Chuck Schuldiner, released its final studio album 'The Sound of Perseverance' (1998) to massive world-wide critical acclaim. 'The Sound of Perseverance' is the masterstroke of one of metal's true pioneers and innovators, and indeed worthy of the worship, adoration, and accolades that announced its original release.
Now remastered, repackaged and featuring over an hour of newly unearthed and previously unreleased material (extra tracks and early demos), this is the definitive edition of this timeless classic.

For fans of: MORBID ANGEL, CANNIBAL CORPSE, CYNIC, BEHEMOTH, THE FACELESS, NILE & MESHUGGAH.

‘Vivus!’ captures two stunning full concerts of the final lineup of metal pioneers Death in one deluxe double-cd package.

Disc One features the band at the height of their prowess tearing the roof off of the infamous Whisky A Go-Go in Los Angeles while Disc Two is a brilliant recording of the band on the festival stage at Dynamo Open Air.

Stacked with brand new liner notes from Death drummer Richard Christy and the band’s long-time manager Eric Greif as well as newly unearthed photos of the band, ‘Vivus!’ is more than just an artifact from one of heavy-metal’s true legends, it is pair of discs that sit confidently next to Death’s untouchable catalog of albums.

For Fans Of: Sepultura, Celtic Frost, Morbid Angel, Testament and Metallica

After three years it's finally here, the long awaited follow-up album to the massively successful ‘Termination Bliss’ and it's a bombraid of depression, death, sex and rock. ‘Night Electric Night’ is tough and black, yet seductive and passionate in its expression of the city’s destructive nightside.

By expanding structures and using even more varied elements the death glammers have strengthened and deepened the richness in their trademark of superdark rock. It is a ravishing rock group of many faces, with members who are as weird as they are charismatic and their unconventional shows never goes unnoticed.

With the combination of their cynical irony - a constant black humour that so well defines the band - and the hard seriousness that are the fundaments of every song, Deathstars walk the fine line of sophisticated darkness with the always clear and present vibe of sex, guts and horrorish vogue. It is hellish hot stuff, but also entertaining, and somewhat frightening.

Release Date: 11/11/2011

The raw dark power of DEATHSTARS! Things are going extremely good for Swedish death glam lunatics DEATHSTARS. Not only are they releasing a highly anticipated best of compilation including new tunes that will showcase what DEATHSTARS might sound like in the near future, Whiplasher Bernadotte and his crew are about to support RAMMSTEIN on their Euro run 2011. ”It’s of course a fantastic thing to tour with a brilliant band like RAMMSTEIN. We are eager to spread the raw dark power of DEATHSTARS. It’s simply a great package.” comments the singer. Make sure to be part of this one of a kind tour and secure your copy of ‘’Greatest Hits On Earth’’! With already one Australian tour under their belt let’s hope they get back here soon!

For fans of: ROB / WHITE ZOMBIE, SISTERS OF MERCY, WEDNESDAY 13 & RAMMSTEIN

Release Date: 15/07/2011

2011 – The New Chapter Of DECAPITATED! Their march towards the imminent world's domination tragically drew to a close in 2007 with a bus accident on a tour in Russia in the aftermath of which the drummer Witold ' Vitek ' Kieltyka, one of the best in the genre, sadly passed away and the vocalist Adrian ' Covan ' Kowanek is still bedridden and fighting to get back to normal life. Suddenly the band's future became uncertain. But the Polish Death Metal machine decided to continue and found the best replacements. The year 2011 begins the whole new chapter in the history of the band. They returned to the studio of Radio Gdansk recording their newest opus.
DECAPITATED’s fifth studio album is almost upon us. The album will be released via band's new label Nuclear Blast. To demonstrate the level of excitement accompanying the new release, it is worth mentioning that DECAPITATED’s new album ‘Carnival Is Forever’ appeared on 'The Top 25 Most Anticipated Albums of 2011' list in Decibel magazine’s February 2011 issue. Limited Edition in exclusive slip case.

For fans of: Behemoth, Hate Eternal, Nile, Psycroptic & Morbid Angel.

Def Leppard releases their first ever live album "MIRROR BALL". The album also includes a 50 minute DVD that contains live performances. "MIRROR BALL" was recorded across the world over the course of many of the band's sold-out dates and features all of the classic songs that have made Def Leppard one of the most respected and beloved power rock bands in the world. The album captures the group's legendary concert experience at its thunderous best, bringing together live versions of classic Leppard hits such as "POUR SOME SUGAR ON ME," "ROCK OF AGES," "FOOLIN'," "HYSTERIA," "PHOTOGRAPH" and an incredible rendition of "BRINGING ON THE HEARTBREAK." With their creative juices at full flow, the band has also added three new studio tracks: "UNDEFEATED," "IT'S ALL ABOUT BELIEVIN’’ and "KINGS OF THE WORLD," that are undeniably Def Leppard and take their place with ease within this classic setlist.
With more than 65 million albums sold worldwide and two prestigious Diamond Awards (Def Leppard are one of only five rock bands to have two consecutive 10 million plus selling albums in the U.S. - the others are The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and Van Halen) to their credit. Their epic live show and arsenal of hits have become synonymous with their name, leading Def Leppard to be heralded as an institution in both the music and touring industry.

Bay Area thrash metal warriors DEKAPITATOR made plenty of headway with the previous album ‘’The Storm Before the Calm’’. DEKAPITATOR's 1999 full-length ‘’We Will Destroy...You Will Obey!!!’’ is a ripping black-thrash attack that thundered forth long before the recent flood of weak, flimsy nu-thrash revivalists. This long out-of-print album has repackaged, remastered, and reissued with four extra tracks. ‘’We Will Destroy...You Will Obey!!!’’ is nothing less than total fucking slaughter!
For fans of: SODOM, VENOM, TOXIC HOLOCAUST, EXODUS, MEGADETH, METALLICA, SLAYER & DESTRUCTION.

Release Date: 18/11/2011

Recognized by many as the premiere rock keyboardist of his generation, DEREK SHERINIAN has performed for millions via the vehicles of Black Country Communion (of which he is a current member alongside Glenn Hughes, Jason Bonham, Joe Bonamassa), Dream Theater, Alice Cooper, Buddy Miles, and as an off-stage performer accompanying KISS. He also enjoyed tenures with Billy Idol, Yngwie Malmsteen and many others.

Favoring a guitar heavy rock based approach to fusion ala one of his musical heroes Jeff Beck, ‘’Oceana’’ once again displays the power and energy Sherinian creates in the studio, setting him apart from most jazz fusion ensembles in the process. He displays the rare combination of being a musical chameleon, while maintaining his signature style in no matter what genre he is playing in. With ‘’Oceana’’, the stage is set for Sherinian’s inspiration to be propelled in to the mainstream.

For fans of: DREAM THEATER, PLANET X, JORDAN RUDESS, STEVE VAI & YNGWIE MALMSTEEN.

Release Date: 12/08/2011

DESIGN THE SKYLINE is the next big thing! Emerging from Corpus Christi, TX, DESIGN THE SKYLINE have formulated an experimental concoction of devastatingly punishing and technically challenging metal injected with atmospheric, trippy pop choruses and electronic elements. The band has the ability to radically change moods and tempos multiple times in each song and stretch the limits of technical difficulty. DESIGN THE SKYLINE can have you banging your head to blast beats and breakdowns one minute and grooving to psychedelic electronica the next.

The reaction to VICTORY RECORDS signing DESIGN THE SKYLINE spread far and wide with a flood of feedback and comments through various social media outlets. The buzz has only continued to grow virally and with their impending debut, ‘’Nevaeh’’, on the horizon, DESIGN THE SKYLINE will be one of the most talked about bands of 2011.
For fans of: Bring Me The Horizon, Asking Alexandria, The Devil Wears Prada, Attack Attack & Suicide Silence!

With their third album “Cold Steel... for an Iron Age” DESTRÖYER 666 continue their steep climb in the favour of fans and critics alike. The Australian warmongers were received with praise like “Hail and kill indeed” in a 9/10 review from Terrorizer UK or described like “Deströyer 666 offer the best of their Black/Thrash know-how, refined with the usual Australian vice” in Rock Hard France (8/10).

With time its impact even grew as Encyclopaedia Metallum now awards this album a 100% review twice, while saying: “Cold Steel is pretty much a perfect album. It is fast, intense, and aggressive and most of all, incredibly infectious”! Now this modern classic will be re-released in an irresistible package. The new version not only includes the bonus track “Dragon”, but the Australians also treated their masterpiece to a spectacular brand-new graphic design with liner notes. This is clearly a must have for all DESTRÖYER 666 fans!
Including bonus track “Dragon”
Brand-new graphic design with liner notes
Re-release of the critically acclaimed third album

For Fans Of: Immortal, Dark Throne, Slaughter Lord, Marduk and Venom

Norway`s finest, DIMMU BORGIR, strike back with their ninth opus “Abrahadabra” and it is their most elaborate and thrilling effort so far!
The follow-up to the highly acclaimed “In Sorte Diaboli” which was released in 2008,shows Dimmu Borgir in a new but even stronger formation. Keyboarder Mustis and Bassist/Vocalist Vortex had left the band earlier this year. This seemed to be a tragic loss at first glance, but the band will show everyone with this new record that they are stronger then ever now.

A complete orchestra was used for the recording of the album, which gives it an unbelievable epic and mystique sound. Combined with the great guitar work, the blasting drums and the dark and harsh vocals done by vocalist Shagrath, who’s on top of his game at this album, Dimmu Borgir create what will surely be a massive influence to the complete Black Metal scene.

Once again, Dimmu Borgir have proven that they are the undeniable kings of the genre.

This record will be an instant classic!

Norway`s finest, DIMMU BORGIR, strike back with their ninth opus “Abrahadabra” and it is their most elaborate and thrilling effort so far!
The follow-up to the highly acclaimed “In Sorte Diaboli” which was released in 2008,shows Dimmu Borgir in a new but even stronger formation. Keyboarder Mustis and Bassist/Vocalist Vortex had left the band earlier this year. This seemed to be a tragic loss at first glance, but the band will show everyone with this new record that they are stronger then ever now.

A complete orchestra was used for the recording of the album, which gives it an unbelievable epic and mystique sound. Combined with the great guitar work, the blasting drums and the dark and harsh vocals done by vocalist Shagrath, who’s on top of his game at this album, Dimmu Borgir create what will surely be a massive influence to the complete Black Metal scene.

Once again, Dimmu Borgir have proven that they are the undeniable kings of the genre.

This record will be an instant classic!

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“Death Cult Armageddon” takes that high level and even goes one step further ahead. There is an incredible dark feeling about the whole album, which will capture every metallic soul. DIMMU BORGIR set a new standard for Black Metal with each of their record. This is the now and the future! Join the Deathcult!

This album kills from the beginning to the end and offers black metal at its' very best. All the other bands out there on the scene should really pay attention to this young and highly motivated band which might overcome the established ones very soon.

DIMMU BORGIR has the ability to place themselves in front of all others. The material on this new album presents a wide variety and is way ahead other dull black metal standard acts who still live in the past and mourn for the times long gone. "You can´t turn back the clock and you have to deal with all different aspects the business brings along and demands. So we try to make the best out of it. Three years ago I saw things with different eyes, but I´ve realized that you don't get any further and can't move on with an attittude like this." says Shagrath.

The outstanding quality of DIMMU BORGIR was present since their very beginning. Since these days, the Norwegian band is on on the rise and no one will be able to stop them!!

Re-Releases from the legendary "For all tid" -album. Including 1 bonustrack (formerly released on the limited 7" EP "Inn I evighetens mörke").We decided not to include the lyrics because they were originally written and performed in norwegian. First of all it would be wrong to try to translate something that is done in our "mother-tongue", because it would take both the meaning and the beauty out of the words. And second we have used names and places and it´s impossible to translate them into english. But inspite of these negative sides, we hope you can hear and enjoy the essence of the true Norwegian Black Metal that lies within our music.

After the massive success of "Enthrone Darkness Triumphant", the career of DIMMU BORGIR has really taken off. Hailed by the press as the new kings of Black Metal and worshippped by their fans, the Norwegians are mercilessly continuing their triumphal procession to claim the Black Metal throne. On various tours, including as support to Cradle of Filth and Kreator, they proved that the success of their album was not unfounded. On stage they create a hell on earth and draw all those present under their evil spell.

DIMMU BORGIR were one of the biggest successes at all the important festivals last year, appearing at Dynamo, Wacken, With Full Force, Gras-Pop and Waldrock to name but a few. As proof of their how well they perfom, the Norwegians were allowed to show what they do best on the Mainstage at Dynamo this year. Despite the afternoon slot, they were one of the most popular bands at the festival

Over the past few years, Norway’s Dimmu Borgir have managed to become the most prominent melodic black metal outfit amongst the underground metal scene. After releasing an early 7” EP entitled Inn I Evighetens Morke (English translation: Into The Eternity Of Darkness) in 1994, they promptly recorded their now-classic debut full-length, For All Tid, which was released in late 1994.

In 1996, they released one of the most important albums in black metal history, Stormblåst, which instantly made them the hottest black metal sensations at the time. They took a big step forward towards attaining the distinctive sound they are known for presently: mature song writing, tempo variances, strong classical influences and one of the most recognized black metal sounds in existence. Stormblåst displayed an increase in speed, yet maintained the harmonious melody and overwhelming atmosphere throughout.

Also includes a free and exclusive bonus DVD featuring the full OZZFEST performance 2004!
Full re-recorded in 2005! Also includes a free and exclusive bonus DVD featuring the full OZZFEST performance 2004!

2DVD Deluxe Set with BONUS LIVE CD! The Norwegian Gods of Extreme Metal are back with their newest DVD! After the unbelievably successful album “In Sorte Diaboli”, DIMMU BORGIR presents a spectacular DVD of the Invaluable Darkness tour with many specials like the whole gig in WACKEN 2007, video footage, behind the scenes stuff, a video gallery, the conferment of their Gold Award and many more stuff.

This DVD shows an unbelievable show of the undisputed Kings of Black Metal. It’s an absolutely must have for all DIMMU BORGIR maniacs all over the world!!!

Allright, so here it is, the first full visual exhibits from Dimmu Borgir in years! We have talked about this for such a long time now, doing a proper, full on release of various events from our world, the way WE want you to explore us!
This material contains live recordings from the 2001/2002 Dimmu Borgir World Tour! In addition there are clips from working in the studio, interviews, behind the scenes, sick and twisted moments caught on tape, the devoted fans, known and unknown faces, our humour and our hate!
Obviously, this release is not allowed to be lacking anything in that sense so there are some surprises for you as well! Enjoy!

Djerv is a new band that appeared on the radar early 2010. Spawn out of Trelldom, Animal Alpha and Stonegard they pull strings from their previous bands, but Djerv is still something new. It sounds different. It`s aggressive rock, borderline metal and dangerously catchy. Yet wrapped in a blackmetal veil? Genres melt together as never before these days, and so seems to be the case with Djerv as well.

Their story is short but eventful. The first demos surfaced early 2010, and two weeks later they were booked for the most important festival in Norway, the Oya festival. They went on to tour Norway in June and played several of the bigger Norwegian festivals during the summer. In August 2010 they released the “Headstone EP” which basically is their first ever recorded demo tracks made available as people kept demanding to get to hear them not only on Myspace.

The release of the “Headstone EP” generated some good press for the band several key magazines featured them as one of the bands to keep an eye out for in 2011.

In addition Dimmu Borgir has helped promote Djerv when they invited Agnete to participate on no less than three songs for their latest album, “Abrahadabra”. Amongst them the lead track of the album, “Gateways” where Agnete does a stunning performance both on the track and in the video. She also did a critically acclaimed performance on the last Solefald Album “Norrøn Livskunst”.

For fans of: Garbage, Faith No More, SOAD, Guano Apes, Stone Sour Or Slipknot!

Release Date: 03/06/2011

DOCTOR MIDNIGHT & THE MERCY CULT finally unleash their debut album ‘I Declare: Treason’ upon a world holding its expectant breath. A new star rises in the skies of Rock, born as the brainchild of five famous musicians drawing from their very illustrious pasts: vocals are contributed by Scandinavian superstar Hans Erik Dyvik Husby aka Hank von Helvete of TURBONEGRO fame. Tim Skold is best known for his tremendous bass lines in MARILYN MANSON and KMFDM. Guitar duties are shared by Anders Odden, who played for SATYRICON and CELTIC FROST and Audun Stengel from APOPTYGMA BERZERK. Finally EXTOL drummer David Husvik lives up to his huge reputation for technical excellence and catchy patterns. With brilliant dark Rock, groovy Metal and a sweet dose of catchiness the multinational group shapes its own unique brand of Metal Shock Rock. ‘I Declare: Treason’ lives up to its reputation of being the most anticipated debut of 2011! DMTMC will rock you.

Release Date: 03/06/2011

DOCTOR MIDNIGHT & THE MERCY CULT finally unleash their debut album ‘I Declare: Treason’ upon a world holding its expectant breath. A new star rises in the skies of Rock, born as the brainchild of five famous musicians drawing from their very illustrious pasts: vocals are contributed by Scandinavian superstar Hans Erik Dyvik Husby aka Hank von Helvete of TURBONEGRO fame. Tim Skold is best known for his tremendous bass lines in MARILYN MANSON and KMFDM. Guitar duties are shared by Anders Odden, who played for SATYRICON and CELTIC FROST and Audun Stengel from APOPTYGMA BERZERK. Finally EXTOL drummer David Husvik lives up to his huge reputation for technical excellence and catchy patterns. With brilliant dark Rock, groovy Metal and a sweet dose of catchiness the multinational group shapes its own unique brand of Metal Shock Rock. ‘I Declare: Treason’ lives up to its reputation of being the most anticipated debut of 2011! DMTMC will rock you.
For fans of: Turbonegro, Marylin Manson, Murderdolls, Wednesday 13, Alice Cooper & Rob Zombie.

DODECAHEDRON created a buzz in the Black Metal scene well in advance of the release of their self-titled debut album “Dodecahedron”. Under their previous moniker ORDER OF THE SOURCE BELOW the Dutch band already gave a taste of the brilliant dark things to come.

DODECAHEDRON execute their atonal and dissonant monstrosities, which are ultimate technical challenges, with a seeming ease that is simply jaw-dropping. Pure horror lurks in the Lovecraftian dimensions of inverted angles and escaping perspectives as black chaos is assembled into a sonic assault. Broken and torn structures born out of razor-like guitar riffs coagulate into melodies and patterns that constantly mutate and shape shift.

DODECAHEDRON explore the avant-garde spheres opened by MAYHEM with their groundbreaking release “Ordo Ad Chao” (2007) and further explored by brothers in spirit like DEATHSPELL OMEGA. Any adherent of Post-Black Metal will love “Dodecahedron”!

For fans of: Deathspell Omega, Mayhem And Blut Aus Nord

Don Caballero twists and turns through fourteen new tracks on its brand new album Punkgasm. Punkgasm explodes with all of the bands legendary trademarks and pushes their sound in a host of surprising new directions! Punkgasm is a celebration of Don Caballero at its finest!

DORO first drew attention to herself in 1982 with her band Warlock, starting out with ‘Burning the Witches,’ which was followed by the successful ‘Spellbound’ and ‘True As Steel.’ The 1987 Warlock release ‘Triumph and Agony’ is considered a milestone in rock history with over 500,000 units sold to date. After a strong and successful career with Warlock, DORO went solo.

A few months ago she was voted best international female Rock vocalist by a Spanish Rock magazine for the 12th (!) time in succession. DORO’s motto is as straightforward as can be: “I always give 120%,” she declares, “and I love my fans. I’ve always considered it an honour to be able to play for them.” DORO is truly Metal’s first lady and ‘Fight’ was her crowing glory as a solo artist! Deluxe digipak reissue with 4 bonus tracks.

For fans of: Warlock, Lita Ford, Lee Aaron, Helloween & Scorpions.

Release Date: 03/06/2011

DOT DOT CURVE :) also known as Spanky and Cody. He is from Hollywood, California. He makes his own unique music in his own studio. Spanky’s is also in a band called Scene Kidz who are very well known on myspace. DOT DOT CURVE :) is his up and coming solo career he has going and it is becoming very successful right now. DOT DOT CURVE making a noise by currently touring with BROKENCYDE. DOT DOT CURVE has sold over 12,000 albums worldwide and are currently on the rise. DOT DO CURVE produce a musically style now commonly referred to as ‘Crunk’.

This is one for fans of: Brokencyde, 3OH!3, Breathe Carolina, Scene Kidz & Blood On The Dance Floor.

DRUDKH have written one of the most successful underground Black Metal stories with their previous eight albums. Now “Eternal Turn Of The Wheel” witnesses the Ukrainians returning to their atmospheric black roots, which are most loved by their dedicated following around the globe.

Gone are the progressive elements characterising their previous release “Handful of Stars” (2010). DRUDKH’s newest masterpiece owes more to their cult debut “Forgotten Legends” (2003) and the cinematic soundscapes of “Autumn Aurora” (2004) with some of the traditional influences rising on “The Swan Road” (2005).

Fans of the slightly progressive “Blood in Our Wells” (2006) will also find their moments. Like the partly acoustic “Songs of Grief and Solitude” (2006) “Eternal Turn of the Wheel” offers a more melodic approach as the harsh “Estrangement” (2007) and ties in well with the widely acclaimed “Microcosmos” (2009) album.

DRUDKH offer Slavonic Heathen Metal at its best and the perfect soundtrack of winter!

For Fans Of: Old Silver Key, Alcest, Opeth and Burzum

Expectations are soaring as Pagan Black Metal legend Drudkh unleash ‘Handful of Stars’.

Their eighth album once again lives up to the Ukrainians’ expressed values of individualism and self-improvement. Although the band preserve their unique sound, they move into a more atmospheric and progressive direction. This ties in well with the meandering paths Drudkh took on each new release. Combining Black Metal and progressive elements with Ukrainian Slavonic romanticism and folklore.

Drudkh delve into nature mysticism, legend and history – this time mainly inspired by the Ukrainian poets Oleksa Stefanovych and Svyatoslav Gordynskyj.

For fans of: Bathory, Moonsorrow, Endstille, In The Woods & Fintroll.

Norwegian misanthropy hard rock/metal band Dunderbeist is finally upon their International debut “Black Arts & Crooked Tails”. With this album the seven-headed gentleman is ready to make an everlasting impression on the hard rock/metal world.

Featuring members from Stonegard (plus several other renowned Norwegian rock/metal bands), Dunderbeist has been building a solid and good reputation in Norway as one of the strongest live acts and an exciting and innovative band to bring the metal sound to new levels and new generations.

“Black Arts & Crooked Tails” consists of 10 hard and heavy cut-the-crap tracks and it shows the whole spectra in what this band manage to pull off and show off as their own brand of Norwegian Metal with a bucket of rock in it.

For Fans of: Metallica, QOTSA, Rammstein

One of the most infamous and influential death metal bands of the past 10 years, Dying Fetus pummel and pound their signature-style brutality into the worldwide landscape with the subtlety of full-fledged war. ‘Descend into Depravity’ takes Dying Fetus to new sonic levels, and is easily the bands finest hour. Successful tour of Australia in 2009!

For fans of: Cannibal Corpse, Behemoth, Red Chord, Black Dahlia Murder, Lamb Of God, Morbid Angel, Nile & Job For A Cowboy!

THE DESTRO are ready to blast the band's brand of "old school brutal style" metal to as many as possible. After 2 years of gruelling and often very trying tours across the United States, the band found themselves with an even stronger desire to forge forward and make an even louder and pummelling statement for their second release.

Channelling all of the negative energy and complete frustration for life into the jam room, the band dug further within focusing the entire sound of the band into the most primal and crushing statement they could have possibly put to tape. The result of this became an absolute monster, once released it will serve as a direct punch- in- the- throat answer to all popular trends and a direct "f**k you" to any and all scenes.

For fans of: Unearth, As I Lay Dying, Hatebreed, Bleed The Sky & Shadows Fall!

The myriad of influences, both artistically and spiritually, that creates the overall aesthetic of The Devil’s Blood takes the listener into a labyrinth of wondrous amazement and dark realization. Using the tradition of rock ‘n’ roll music as being a mouthpiece for the influence of The Devil to evoke a powerful, sensual and energetic mixture of Musical Theatre and Ritual Practice.

Using the power of their written material, which traditionally holds common ground with, for example, 70s hard rock and 60s psychedelia among many others, as a steppingstone from which the band moves into complex improvisational drifts that drive, clash, shake and force their way into the subconscious of the listeners while at the same time opening up their senses with the use of fire, blood, incense and other ritualistic ingredients.

Incomparable musical visionaries The Dillinger Escape Plan have returned! From the instantly memorable "Fix Your Face" & "Horse Hunter" (signature examples of the band's innovative, high-energy rock), through the scintillating pop immediacy of "Black Bubble Gum", the Dillinger Escape Plan simultaneously amaze and remind why their musical exploits are the stuff of legend.

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN is a paradoxical phenomenon, fusing the raw punkish attitude of Hardcore with the mathematical precision of Progressive Extreme Metal and the spontaneity of Free Jazz. Though their complex song structures are hardly a recipe for easy listening, in the thirteen years of their existence the New Jersey outfit has risen from being an underground thrash band to a genre defining staple in today's musical landscape.

Their latest masterpiece "Option Paralysis," produced by long time collaborator Steve Evetts (THE CURE, SEPULTURA), features all their trademark furious breaks and asymmetric rhythmical patterns, but surprises us throughout with tasteful yet haunting melody. Adding Greg Puciato's deeply emotional vocals to Ben Weinman's groundbreaking guitar work, the Americans emerge with a vision, which will take them to new dimensions.

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN boldly go where no band dared to go before. "Option Paralysis" will be an inspiration for the next generation!

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN is a paradoxical phenomenon, fusing the raw punkish attitude of Hardcore with the mathematical precision of Progressive Extreme Metal and the spontaneity of Free Jazz. Though their complex song structures are hardly a recipe for easy listening, in the thirteen years of their existence the New Jersey outfit has risen from being an underground thrash band to a genre defining staple in today's musical landscape.

Their latest masterpiece "Option Paralysis," produced by long time collaborator Steve Evetts (THE CURE, SEPULTURA), features all their trademark furious breaks and asymmetric rhythmical patterns, but surprises us throughout with tasteful yet haunting melody. Adding Greg Puciato's deeply emotional vocals to Ben Weinman's groundbreaking guitar work, the Americans emerge with a vision, which will take them to new dimensions.

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN boldly go where no band dared to go before. "Option Paralysis" will be an inspiration for the next generation!

Where Stuck Mojo and Fozzy are instantly recognizable by Ward's brutal riffage, The Duke takes a more melodic approach and focus on the song writing. Tracks like "Used to Be", "Running" and "Show You The Way" show the maturity of Ward as a songwriter. "My Kung-Fu Is Good" also sees Rich take up vocal duty to what will surely establish him as not only a guitar hero but also a brilliant singer and songwriter.

THE VERDICT "Rich Ward has crafted an excellent fusion of good, old-fashioned rock energy with modern riffs, melodic elements and dynamic arrangements. I don't think I've heard it all put together so well ever before. In short, IT ROCKS" Wolf Hoffmann (ACCEPT)

"This album will surely establish Rich "The Duke" Ward as not only a guitar hero but also a brilliant singer and songwriter". Blabbermouth.net

"Ward owns every stage that he steps onto and is arguably one of the best performers in rock". Metal Edge

"Evolution and growth that exceeds most of the rock acts currently cluttering the airwaves". - Billboard