FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FEBRUARY 08, 2007[/B]
DARK EMPIRE AND MEYVN CONFIRMED TO PLAY TEXAS MADFEST.
New York based progressive-thrash metal band
Dark Empire and Texan progressive sensation
Meyvn have just been confirmed to play Houston's
Texas Madfest. The show, scheduled for July 13-14, 2007 is the very first confirmed live appearance of
Dark Empire in its history.
"I am ecstatic to be playing
Madfest and to finally bring
Dark Empire to the stage for our fans in Texas," said guitarist and founder
Matt Moliti. The band who is fronted by
Jens Carlsson (
Persuader, Savage Circus), released their debut album
Distant Tides last year and received raving reviews from around the globe. "We look forward to rocking faces with lots of new songs from our forthcoming release,
Humanity Dethroned, as well as some favorites from our debut,
Distant Tides," Moliti added.
Dark Empire will be taking the second slot in the order of appearance on saturday.
Meyvn, who has been considered the best Texan act more than once by many publications will be bringing their astounding combination of great musicianship, catchy melodies and passionate lyrics to
Texas Madfest. The band's debut album
Splintered Skies was released by
KillZone Records, generating a lot of buzz in the specified media, and will certainly surprise many at
Texas Madfest.
"I couldn't be more proud of what we're accomplishing with this," said
Tammy Zepp, co-coordinator of
Texas Madfest. "
Meyvn has long been one of the top names in the Texan metal scene, and I'm totally euphoric about having
Dark Empire playing their first show ever at the fest. Fans can be certain that these two bands will deliver a top-notch performance."
Texas Madfest will be taking place at
F.B.I. Rocks #1 in Houston, Texas on July 13-14, 2007. More bands, along with ticket info and event details, will be announced in the upcoming weeks. Visit
myspace.com/madfest for more info and official forum link.
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That being said, I can also say that there is in fact a NY area show in planning stages as well to happen before Madfest. I'll keep everyone posted (as I always do
)