Grammy nominated band Dream Theater, one of rock’s most musically fearless and adventurous bands, has re-signed with Roadrunner Records. The group first signed with Roadrunner Records in January 2007 and has so far released three critically acclaimed albums with the label. The label first issued Dream Theater’s ninth studio album Systematic Chaos in 2007 and went on to release Black Clouds & Silver Linings in 2009 as well as their most recent album, A Dramatic Turn of Events in September 2011. The band will soon begin recording a new album as part of the new agreement with Roadrunner Records.

In 2012 and while with Roadrunner Records, the band received their first-ever Grammy nomination for “On The Backs Of Angels” in the Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance category. The song was the first single from their eleventh studio album A Dramatic Turn Of Events, which had 14 Top 10 debuts around the world including the U.S. where it entered at #8 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart. 2009’s Black Clouds & Silver Linings also charted strongly, debuting at #6 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart, the highest charting record of the band’s career. They have also won several awards while at Roadrunner Records including Rollingstone.com’s readers’ poll for “Your Favorite Prog Rock Albums of All Time” (2012), several awards from the leading Japanese rock magazine BURRN! (2012) and the “Spirit Of Prog” achievement award at the 2009 Classic Rock Awards. Overall, the legendary progressive metal masters have sold in excess of 10 million records and DVDs worldwide. A powerhouse live act, they’ve headlined and sold out shows all over the globe.

The band commented, “We are all very excited to be re-signing with Roadrunner Records! Over the past 5 years from the release of Systematic Chaos to our latest A Dramatic Turn of Events, we’ve developed strong creative and professional bonds with everyone at Roadrunner as well as many great friendships along the way.”

The band adds: “Roadrunner’s dedication and commitment to Dream Theater has been evident to all of us from the very beginning, and is consistent in all departments and on all levels, right on through to the top. Roadrunner is a record label that is not only great at what they do but who truly understand what Dream Theater is all about as well as the amazing people who support us all around the world whom we proudly call our fans. They are a record company we relate to as an organization firmly rooted in its ideals and mission, while always pushing the envelope in an effort to keep things moving ever forward. We’ve reached many career defining milestones while at Roadrunner and are all incredibly pumped in anticipation of our continued future together!”

Dream Theater formed in 1985 under the name Majesty. The lineup has evolved to become John Petrucci (guitar, founding member), John Myung (bass, founding member), James LaBrie (vocals), Jordan Rudess (keyboards and continuum) and drummer Mike Mangini.

Dream Theater recently wrapped up a massive worldwide headline tour in support of A Dramatic Turn of Events and is heading back into the studio to record their next album. The next chapter in Dream Theater’s storied career begins in 2013.

Dream Theater – ‘A Dramatic Turn Of Events’ is out now on Roadrunner. Click here to buy!

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One lucky winner will win ‘Rock Band – Instrument Edition’ for PS2/PS3 (game not included), signed copy of Gojira ‘L’Enfant Sauvage’ & Royal Republic ‘Save The Nation’, limited edition

The Devil Wears Prada, Veil Of Maya & August Burns Red have released a 15min documentary about their recent Impericon tour of Europe. This high quality video provides a great insight into the bands life on tour, along with awesome live footage & the TDWP pre-show rituals.

Watch the documentary below.

The Devil Wears Prada – ‘Dead & Alive’ is out now on Roadrunner. Click here to buy!

Last week Stone Sour

Bloodstock Radio launches tomorrow, Saturday, December 1st. The launch is a re-branding for TotalRock, one of the most respected and pioneering of rock/metal radio stations, however, it’s not just a case of TotalRock under a new name. It will see an overhaul of the broadcasting schedule, with some major rock industry names coming on board to present weekly shows.

Metal Hammer editor, Alexander Milas will present a show from 4pm every Friday, while Iron Fist magazine editor, Louise Brown has a three-hour show every Wednesday from 1pm.

There’s also a welcome return for some of the most popular DJs in TotalRock’s twelve year history. Mighty Matt Mason is back every Friday from 9pm, while Talita Twoshoes and Feebz launch the week each Monday from 7am.

Joining them are names already well known to Bloodstock Festival devotees. Simon Hall kicks off proceedings at 9am on Saturday with his regular ‘Metal 2 The Masses’ roundup from Bloodstock HQ. Black Diamond’s Metal Mayhem happens from 10am each Tuesday, while DJ Beerman is on at 9pm the same day. Miss Bomb explodes on the airwaves at 9am every Thursday, with Gimli taking over at the other end of the same day, at 9pm.

As well as the hugely successful team of DJs who have kept TotalRock as the nation’s favourite online metal station for so long. These include those who broadcast live from France and Spain, making Bloodstock Radio a truly international station.

December 1 – the day the music’s reborn. Louder, prouder and Bloodier! bloodstockradio.com/

In addition, all the latest Bloodstock Festival news for 2013 can be found over at bloodstock.uk.com/pages/home.

And remember Lamb Of God will be headlining the Saturday of Bloodstock on Saturday 10th August!

SoCal 6 piece At The Skylines recentley tour Europe for the first time. Chris Shelley & Shawn Yates took some time out to speak with Metal-Trails.com. In the interview they discuss the joys of travelling & experienceing Europe for the first time, professionalism, the wonders of WiFi on the road & being called the “newage Linkin Park.”

Watch the full video interview below.

At The Skylines – ‘The Secrets To Life’ is out now on Roadrunner. Click here to get your copy!

Stone Sour’s current tour, in support of their new album ‘House Of Gold & Bones Part 1,’ kicked into full effect on Monday 26th November in Italy. As if we weren’t already excited enough for the tour to be hitting the UK in December,

It might be cold as hell right now but this brand new video from Lynyrd Skynyrd should warm you up! Lynyrd Skynyrd recently won the Classic Rock ‘Comeback’ award largely due to their latest album ‘Last Of A Dyin’ Breed.’ ‘Homegrown’ is the latest song to be taken from the album.

Lynyrd Skynyrd – ‘Last Of A Dyin’ Breed’ is out now on Roadrunner. Click here to buy!

It might be cold as hell right now but this brand new video from Lynyrd Skynyrd should warm you up! Lynyrd Skynyrd recently won the Classic Rock ‘Comeback’ award largely due to their latest album ‘Last Of A Dyin’ Breed.’ ‘Homegrown’ is the latest song to be taken from the album.

Lynyrd Skynyrd – ‘Last Of A Dyin’ Breed’ is out now on Roadrunner. Click here to buy!

All 5 members of DOWN recently sat down for a few beers & a quick chat about their latest release ‘Down IV Part 1’ with Loudwire. They also mention