Epica signs with Nuclear Blast USA

[MetalAges]

Just saw this on Blabbermouth:

Dutch female-fronted symphonic metal band EPICA has signed a deal with Nuclear Blast Records.

Formed by guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Mark Jansen (ex-AFTER FOREVER) in 2002, EPICA has so far released three albums, among them a full-length soundtrack in the vein of Hollywood composers Hans Zimmer and Danny Elfman. The Dutch metallers have already played in 24 countries, and have completed successful tours in Europe, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and the USA.

EPICA will embark on a North American headlining tour in September. Support at the shows will come from the Austrian/American "epic metal" band VISIONS OF ATLANTIS.

EPICA is currently recording its new album at Gate Studios in Wolfsburg, Germany. The CD, which is being produced by Sascha Paeth, will feature a session appearance by GOD DETHRONED drummer Ariën van Weesenbeek. EPICA has yet to name a full-time drummer following the departure of Jeroen Simons in 2006.

EPICA's previously announced live DVD, which was filmed on May 4, 2006 at Paradiso in Amsterdam, Holland, has been delayed until later this year, according to a posting on the group's official web site. The band's latest album, "Consign to Oblivion", was recorded in early 2005 and features a guest contribution from KAMELOT vocalist Roy Khan.

 

[Dendura]

Epica is coming to Detroit, MI and I am excited to finally be able to see them! This band is truely amazing!

 

[Mustang]

I suspect they will really sound great on NB. Great band already from what I have gotten to hear thus far.

 

[Meanspark]

Love this band, they come in september and the tickets are cheap, well...I can afford it hehe great band!

 

[Iced Dog]

Epica is coming to Detroit, MI and I am excited to finally be able to see them! This band is truely amazing!

I saw them in Detroit with Kamelot last fall...great show. The new album should be awesome, glad to hear they signed with NB

 

[Dendura]

Does anyone want to help promote their show at The i Rock? I signed up for their street team . If so, email me here: dendura@gmail.com and I'll send the street team person your email.

 

[KALISSA]

Soon they will play in south america, with a great band which called : Tenebrarum