Dont get me wrong, I like Metalblade, & I love UNEARTH so this is great news...but come on, this Metalcore cash in is a lil' obvious.
But none the less, Here's some cool News:
Metal Blade Records is proud to welcome Massachusetts's UNEARTH to its roster. Making waves in the hardcore scene since the release of their first EP Above The Fall of Man in 1999, and solidifying their place as the band to watch with the 2001 Eulogy Recordings release The Stings Of Conscience, UNEARTH has developed into an unstoppable force. Melding aggressive riffs, breakdowns and melody with unparalleled intensity and musicianship, UNEARTH will be one the few bands in the metal/hardcore community to make the leap into the mainstream while retaining their street creed. The band will embark on MTV's Headbangers Ball Tour starting in Montreal Canada on 10/28/03 with Lamb of God, Killswitch Engage, and Shadows Fall where the band will show all the fans what is sure to be one of the most extraordinary live shows they will ever see!
CEO/Metal Blade owner, Brian Slagel had this to say:
"We are extremely excited and honored to be able to work with UNEARTH. They are one of the leading bands of the new generation and we can't wait to get started helping them achieve success."
..and this is what the band had to say:
"The guys couldn't be happier about signing to Metal Blade. The entire staff at MB, especially President Mike Faley and Owner Brian Slagel, have made it clear to us that we will get a major push and never be asked to compromise our artistic freedom. Signing this deal will allow us to continue with our vision of bringing real music back to the forefront while sticking with a grass roots label that has done nothing but stand behind heavy music for over 20 years.
We also want to welcome a new member into the fold. Mike Justain, of The Red Chord fame, will take on drumming duties for us shortly after the Headbangers Ball tour. With our original drummer, Mike Rudberg, leaving months ago for personal reasons, Justain seems to be the perfect fit for our style and personality. No worries though, Justain will remain with The Red Chord. We are huge fans of the band and would hate to see them disband.
We want to thank Eulogy Recordings for being a great home for us for the past three years. We will always work with Eulogy with our past releases and at least one more future project.
As for now, thanks to the fans and everyone who has supported us. Our next full length will be out on Metal Blade sometime next spring. It will be by far the heaviest and best thing we have ever done."
..and Paul Conroy, the band's manager had this to add to the comments:
"I am extremely excited about Unearth's signing to Metal Blade. When it comes to "true" metal, Metal Blade's has both the history of years past, and the vision moving forward that Unearth is proud to be a part of. The label's enthusiasm for the band is undeniable and the feeling is mutual. We are looking forward to the future with Metal Blade."
But none the less, Here's some cool News:
Metal Blade Records is proud to welcome Massachusetts's UNEARTH to its roster. Making waves in the hardcore scene since the release of their first EP Above The Fall of Man in 1999, and solidifying their place as the band to watch with the 2001 Eulogy Recordings release The Stings Of Conscience, UNEARTH has developed into an unstoppable force. Melding aggressive riffs, breakdowns and melody with unparalleled intensity and musicianship, UNEARTH will be one the few bands in the metal/hardcore community to make the leap into the mainstream while retaining their street creed. The band will embark on MTV's Headbangers Ball Tour starting in Montreal Canada on 10/28/03 with Lamb of God, Killswitch Engage, and Shadows Fall where the band will show all the fans what is sure to be one of the most extraordinary live shows they will ever see!
CEO/Metal Blade owner, Brian Slagel had this to say:
"We are extremely excited and honored to be able to work with UNEARTH. They are one of the leading bands of the new generation and we can't wait to get started helping them achieve success."
..and this is what the band had to say:
"The guys couldn't be happier about signing to Metal Blade. The entire staff at MB, especially President Mike Faley and Owner Brian Slagel, have made it clear to us that we will get a major push and never be asked to compromise our artistic freedom. Signing this deal will allow us to continue with our vision of bringing real music back to the forefront while sticking with a grass roots label that has done nothing but stand behind heavy music for over 20 years.
We also want to welcome a new member into the fold. Mike Justain, of The Red Chord fame, will take on drumming duties for us shortly after the Headbangers Ball tour. With our original drummer, Mike Rudberg, leaving months ago for personal reasons, Justain seems to be the perfect fit for our style and personality. No worries though, Justain will remain with The Red Chord. We are huge fans of the band and would hate to see them disband.
We want to thank Eulogy Recordings for being a great home for us for the past three years. We will always work with Eulogy with our past releases and at least one more future project.
As for now, thanks to the fans and everyone who has supported us. Our next full length will be out on Metal Blade sometime next spring. It will be by far the heaviest and best thing we have ever done."
..and Paul Conroy, the band's manager had this to add to the comments:
"I am extremely excited about Unearth's signing to Metal Blade. When it comes to "true" metal, Metal Blade's has both the history of years past, and the vision moving forward that Unearth is proud to be a part of. The label's enthusiasm for the band is undeniable and the feeling is mutual. We are looking forward to the future with Metal Blade."
