Blabbermouth reports that if you’re a drummer who appreciates the old greats (Iron Maiden, Thin Lizzy, Black Sabbath and Motörhead), there might be a gig for you. Primordial have parted ways with drummer Simon O’Laoghaire after a show in Athens, Greece (on June 5th, 2010) that singer Alan “Nemtheanga” Averill refers to as the “worst show in 20 years”.

Says Alan: “We need someone who is determined, committed to their craft, stepping up to the plate of touring and playing big festivals. Previous experience would, of course, be preferable. No half measures, no glass-is-half-empty attitudes. Someone who will bring their style and energy to the band and, of course, a fucking killer drummer. Nothing less.”

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Soilwork hasn’t kept much of noise as of late. The band’s previous album, Sworn to a Great Divide, divided the audience into two; some claiming it to be a fresh album for the band, whereas others were not as polite in their views. The Panic Broadcast is the band’s first new musical output in three years. Read TeethoftheDivine.com’s review to find out if it was worth the wait.

Norwegian symphonic black metal band DIMMU BORGIR proudly announce their collaboration with Norwegian composer and Berklee College of Music summa cum laude alumnus Gaute Storaas in addition to the 51 members of KORK (the Norwegian Radio Orchestra) and the 38-member Schola Cantorum Choir for their as-yet-untitled new album. To date, over 101 musicians have lent […]

After 16 years of delivering punishing, extreme heavy metal, California’s Abscess has decided to call it quits. The band’s sixth and final studio album, Dawn of Inhumanity, was released in March on Peaceville Records. Abscess drummer/vocalist, Chris Reifert, issued the following statement: “Greetings, sickos. We need to inform you that Abscess has officially broken up. […]

Since power metal extraordinaire, Tobias Sammet, has kept it busy and published two Avantasia albums at the same time, we’re following his example by publishing not one, but two, Avantasia reviews! See what Teeth of the Divine’s Fred Phillips had to say about Angel of Babylon and The Wicked Symphony. German power metal for the win? We recommend you start the reading adventure with the review of Angel of Babylon.

Montreal based death metallers NEURAXIS have finished writing for their upcoming album and offer a final update before entering the Wildsound Studio next week with producer Chris Donaldson (Cryptopsy, The Last Felony, The Agonist) to start the recording process for their 6th studio album. Vocalist Alex Leblanc comments: “Time for an update… First of all, […]

Reactivated legendary Swedish death metallers DESULTORY recently completed work on their long-anticipated upcoming new album, Counting Our Scars. The full-length — their first since 1996’s Swallow The Snake — was recorded, mixed and mastered by Tore Stjerna at Necromorbus Studio (Watain, Unanimated, Deströyer 666 etc) in Alvik, Sweden. Song titles include: “Counting Our Scars,” “In […]

Paul Gray (#2), the bassist of Grammy-award winning SLIPKNOT was found dead at a hotel room in Des Moines, Iowa on the 24th. According to the local police, apparently there was no foul play in the 38-year old’s death. The Internet has filled with Paul Gray’s peers and friends leaving their condolences. Among them, Shadows […]

Finnish doom metal outfit COLOSSEUM has decided to disband, after vocalist Juhani Palomäki was found dead last weekend (May 15th, 2010). The singer, who also sung in Yearning, was 32 years old. Palomäki’s death was confirmed on the band’s official website: “We have lost a brilliant musician and a true friend, who will be greatly […]

According to a statement posted to the band’s official blog, atmospheric sludge outfit ISIS have called it quits. “ISIS has reached an end. It’s hard to try to say it in any delicate way, and it is a truth that is best spoken plainly. This end isn’t something that occurred over night and it hasn’t […]

Today metal has lost one of its most beloved icons: Ronnie James Dio. Known from his solo efforts, Black Sabbath, Rainbow and Heaven & Hell, the heavy metal vocalist (who was born on July 10th, 1942) was lost to stomach cancer at the age of 67.

Ronnie James Dio’s death was confirmed by his wife, Wendy Dio, on his official website earlier today:

“Today my heart is broken, Ronnie passed away at 7:45am 16th May. Many, many friends and family were able to say their private good-byes before he peacefully passed away. Ronnie knew how much he was loved by all. We so appreciate the love and support that you have all given us. Please give us a few days of privacy to deal with this terrible loss. Please know he loved you all and his music will live on forever.”

We here at Teeth of the Divine give our most warmest salute to the man, the legend, and pass on our deepest condolences to his family and friends, may He rest in peace.

Nevermore‘s long-awaited follow-up to 2005’s This Godless Endeavour, The Obsidian Conspiracy, is set for release on May 28th in Europe and June 8th in North America via Century Media. The album was recorded with renowned producer Peter Wichers (who previously worked with vocalist Warrel Dane on his solo debut Praises To The War Machine). Longtime […]

Dutch melodic death metal band Posthuman has announced the title, track listing and artwork for their debut album after the very well received Into the Void demo from 2008. Mastered by Jord Otto (Revamp, The Blackest Grey), the new album is titled Rise From Ruins and will be released on June 1st, 2010. Comments Sander […]

Christopher Bowes of Scotland’s pirate metal outfit Alestorm recently announced his new side project Gloryhammer on the band’s Facebook page. Labeled heroic power metal, Gloryhammer draws influence from bands such as Rhapsody, Stratovarius, and HammerFall. Along with Christopher Bowes, the Gloryhammer lineup is rounded out by vocalist Antonio Trimmioni, James Cartwright on bass, and guitarists […]

Birmingham, Alabama’s Korova are currently writing and recording for a new release due out next month as a limited cassette. The US version will be released and distributed by the band’s own Victimized Records and will only be available directly from the band. A separate European pressing is in the works, but details are not […]

Earlier today Dream Theater drummer Mike Portnoy issued the following update on his personal website: “After having had such an amazing experience recording my drum tracks for the new Avenged Sevenfold album, we all knew it would be awesome if I’d be able to do some touring with the band after its release. I am […]

Annihilator are due to release their new self-titled studio album in Europe on May 17 via Earache Records. Distribution for Japan and Australia will be handled by Marquee and Riot Entertainment, respectively. For North America and all other territories, fans can visit the official Annihilator website on May 15 for other purchase options. Meanwhile, the […]

The first taste of Tristania’s new album has gone live on YouTube today and previews the songs “Year Of The Rat” and “The Passing”.  The as-yet-untitled effort is set for a summer release through Napalm Records and has been mixed by Waldemar Sorychta (Samael, Tiamat, Moonspell, The Gathering). To support the new album, the band […]

Following their 2008 release, Kolossus, Norway’s Keep Of Kalessin will be unleashing their latest effort, Reptilian, on May 10th in Europe and June 8th in North America with a tour with Nile, Ex Deo, Psycroptic, and Pathology to commence at the end of October. Recorded in the band’s own studio in Trondheim, Norway, Reptilian was […]

Bay Area thrashers Forbidden are hard at work at Sonic Room/Audio Voyage Studios in Livermore, California recording their upcoming new album, Omega Wave. The album is being produced by guitarist/songwriter Craig Locicero and mixed by Sean Beavan (Slayer, Marilyn Manson, Nine Inch Nails) with the artwork being handled by Kent Mathieu (Exodus, Autopsy, Exhorder). Song […]

Veteran thrashers Overkill recently announced the second leg of their Killfest 2010 tour, which will consist mainly of east coast shows throughout the month of November. Support on the tour will be provided by Forbidden, Evile, Gama Bomb and Bonded By Blood. Confirmed dates thus far: Nov. 05 – Rochester, NY – Montage Music Hall […]

According to the SMNnews.com, Knac.com and Fuse TV’s Mistress Juliya, Peter Steele, aged 48, has died from a heart failure. TYPE O NEGATIVE’s bassist, Kenny Hickey, has been said to have confirmed the passing to Juliya, who broke the news on Twitter earlier today.

Peter Steele, born Petrus T. Ratajczyk on January 4, 1962, was no stranger to death (nor lowbrow humor). The Brooklyn native caused murmur in 2005 when TYPE O NEGATIVE’s website was graced with an image of a tombstone, bearing Peter’s name.

TYPE O NEGATIVE released seven full-lengths. The band found great success with their 1993 album BLOODY KISSES. Major international mainstream success came in the form of 1996’s OCTOBER RUST album. The single “My Girlfriend’s Girlfriend” graced music channels and video charts everywhere. Peter Steele was also known for his thrash crossover outfit Carnivore.

Update: It appears that this time around, it’s no joke. Josh Silver, TYPE O NEGATIVE’s keyboardist has confirmed Peter Steele’s death to Blabbermouth.net. We here at Teethofthedivine.com would like to pass our condolences to Peter’s family and friends. May he carry on through his music.

After more than 20 active years within the death metal scene, former Dismember/Carnage drummer Fred Estby needed to express his passion for different kinds of extreme music; a passion he’s bore since his youth. In 2008, Estby started writing/recording material with the intention of utilizing one unique vocalist for each song. Dubbed NECRONAUT, the project […]

Seattle’s very own riff-machine NEVERMORE are set to release their new album, The Obsidian Conspiracy, on June 8th via Century Media Records. Nevermore rented a cabin on a lake in North Carolina close to Asheville last summer with Peter Wichers from SOILWORK producing. Andy Sneap (MEGADETH, ARCH ENEMY, EXODUS) handled the mixing of the album […]

“The Descent” To Hit Streets April 27th via PROSTHETIC  Norway’s MANTRIC, formed from the ashes of metal visionaries, EXTOL, have set the release date for their debut album, “The Descent,” which will be issued on Prosthetic Records worldwide. The album will hit the streets on April 27th in North America and April 26th in the […]