KIDS IN GLASS HOUSES will reveal their video for upcomign single YOUNGBLOOD (LET IT OUT) on WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 30TH on their OFFICIAL MYSPACE!!

The video, which was shot at Sheperton Studios, was directed by Dan Fernbach, who also directed the band’s video for ‘Saturday’. The concept apparently came to the band in an ‘epiphany…before Leeds [festival], in [friend] Pat’s living room…’ comments Aled in an exclusive behind the scenes video, which will be revealed around the release of the single (watch this space for news on that!). The track will be made available digitally on October 5th from all the usual places.

The band also have a handy new widget for fans to load on their web profiles to show their support for the band. It can be found at THIS LOCATION. It also contains details of how to win tickets to the upcoming tour and meet the band! Get it, use it, pass it on!

The band will commence touring on October 30th with a show in Birmingham at the Off The Wall Festival, and then continue on a headline run. Full dates as follows:

OCTOBER
Fri 30 Birmingham Off The Wall Festival
Sat 31 Coventry Kasbah

NOVEMBER
Mon 02 Middlesbrough Empire
Tue 03 Aberdeen Moshulu
Wed 04 Edinburgh Studio 24
Thu 05 Blackwood Miners Institute
Sat 07 Yeovil Orange Box
Sun 08 Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms
Mon 09 Northampton Roadmender
Tue 10 Preston 53 Degrees

We checked in with Mike D from KILLSWITCH ENGAGE when he and the guys were on a short break from the road and put some of the questions you sent in to him. Here are his answers, just for you- including a DAMN fine sounding pizza recipie. We kid you not!

Coming soon- answers from MACHINE HEAD’S Robb Flynn. Don’t forget to check the home page for details on who you can put your questions to next…

When did you start playing Bass Guitar, what inspired you do play and why did you choose Bass guitar over ‘regular’ guitar?- Edward Stevens

I started when I was 16. I had a friend who was selling a guitar and one that was selling a bass. I felt like I liked the guitar better, but could only afford the bass, so thats the one I bought!

What is Killswitch’s formula for writing? Music and Lyrics. – Mike Rainer

We all bring our home demos to practice and listen to them. We pick em apart and go over them with a fine toothed comb. Sometimes we combine a few demos together to get songs, other times the songs are finished as is. Usually, if help is needed in the structure department, Adam tends to be a good judge what works and what dosent.
Lyrics are not my bag, Howard is the guy for that. They are usually done after the music is finished and they always take forever!

You are an AMAZING bass player, damn I wish I could be as great as you, but what I wanted to ask was what are best and worst things about being on the road with the band?- Monica Gonzalez

The worst thing is being away from my family and missing birthdays/family functions. It is tough not seeing my wife, but it strengthens the relationship in other ways… we dont get on each other’s nerves as much!
The best part is playing bass for a living, I never, in a million years, would have guest I would be doing this for a living…..EVER. Playing for kids as intense as our fans is the biggest and best “high” you could ever get.

What financial preparations did Killswitch take before hitting the road the first time? How long did Killswitch tour on your first runs on the road?- Dustin Young

I saved money from my full time job as a graphic designer. I made a small “nest egg” to fall back on, when and if things didnt work out. The first time we toured we just “winged it” and threw caution to the wind. Sometimes you just gotta take chances and hope for the best. It was understood that no matter how poor we (KsE) got by touring, that we would try it for a year. Fortunately things worked out for us, but that is not always the case. As long as you go into it thinking that you will not make any money on tour, you should be fine.

Dear Mike D, can you give me a bad-ass pizza recipe like a couple that were seen on the (set this) WORLD ABLAZE dvd? – Blair Bondy

My wife’s favorite type of pizza that I make her at home is a Thin Crust BBQ Chicken and Bacon Crust Pie. (All vegetarian of course)
Usually I buy a pre-made Thin Crust from the store.
1. I start by spreading a generous helping of pre-chopped garlic in the middle of the pie.
2. Next apply a small amount of Prego tomato sauce. (just lightly cover the crust, dont use too much).
3. Add a touch of Oregano and Ground Pepper then lots of fresh Mozzarella hunks.
4. Microwave 4-6 Veggie Chicken Nuggets for a minute (enough to warm them all). Then Chop each into thirds and cover em with Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce (enough to cover nuggets entirely. Don’t use too much though).
5. Throw the BBQ Chicken on that sucker.
6. Take 6-9 pieces of Veggie Bacon and rip em into quarters and place them all around the crust edge of the pizza.
7. Finally grab some shredded cheese (I use “Fiesta Blend”, which is a Mexican type cheese mix) and apply a small amount to the Bacon Crust and a dab in the middle section (not too much)
8. Bake on a Pizza Stone in the oven at 425 degrees for 15-20 minutes (or until the cheese is browned a bit)
9. Broil on high for 3 minutes until the cheese is dark brown (I like it close to burnt… but not burnt). Watch it like a hawk at this point… Broiling is powerful stuff and burning at this temp is VERY easy.
10. Wait about a minute for the pizza to cool down and RAVAGE the shit out of it… wash down with a Ice Cold Beer…or 3.

Where do you get ideas/inspiration for your artwork?- Chris Grist

Mostly from horror movies and checking out other designers’ stuff. I love Travis Smith’s design work a lot. You can learn a lot by imitating design that you see and giving it your own spin.

Always wanted to know what bands and artists influenced you while learning bass and being in Killswitch engage?- Kyle Flannigan

In the beginning it was simpler punk stuff: The Misfits, The Ramones, Samhain, Black Flag, TSOL. As I progressed, the stuff I played did as well: The Cure, Eyehategod, Sleep, Only Living Witness, which leads to: Iron Maiden, Metallica, Anthrax…

How has your recording experience changed since you recorded 2000’s Killswitch Engage vs. recording 2009’s Killswitch Engage and has technology made it easier for you to achieve your goals???- Brandon Manchego

The technology makes it easier, although the songs get harder to play, so it is a double edged sword.

Mike, what kind of tools and software do you use when making graphics and illustration? I.e. are you using Photoshop, Wacom tablets/graphic tablets, what is your work flow? Do you just ‘wing it’ or draft things out on paper first etc- Nic Walker

I primarily use Photoshop, and always have. Anything vector I use either Freehand or Illustrator. For layout I used Indesign or Quark. I cant draw worth crap so a tablet would be a waste of money for me. As far as drafts… I just go for it live on computer, I get the best results that way. Problems get sussed out on the fly, and lead to learning experiences.

I was wondering why you cut your hair?! Although I do say you look better with it cut. Take care Mike- Joshua Gomezi

I hate taking care of hair. It is such a waste of time for me, I’d rather shower and go. I do, however, miss it on stage. I guess the worst part is that all the sweat runs into my eyes now… ouch, that shit hurts like hell.

Hey Mike! I was just wondering, if you could be in any band from any time period, what band would you choose and why?- Brian Koz

It would be pretty cool, I imagine, to be in Metallica during the first 4 records. If I had “metal heros” when I was a kid, it would be Metallica.

What would be good tips for getting into the music business- Jon Curran

Start small and work your way up. If you are in a band… PLAY, PLAY, PLAY. If you are talking about the business end, start meeting people and making friends…. one hand washes the other.

Hey Mike, I’m interested in getting a Killswitch tattoo, being an artist, what design do you think would be the sickest?- Tom Palazzi

I guess it all depends on what you like. Personally I like the lady with the fire hair from the 1st record. Just remember, most of our design stuff is made for DARK backgrounds… they will look really weird if you “reverse” the design by getting the image done in black. The prefered way to get a light colored image is to darken all around the edges of the image and in the background.

My question is, How did you make it through the tough times of being an artist and having that thought that you knew you were going to make it through it all. Did you have any help at the time as well? – Travis McGrechan

My then girlfriend, now wife, always believed in me. She understood what my life was/is like, and accepted me despite everything. She was there for me to fall back on when I had nothing.
I guess the worst part is that I never thought playing music would be my career… ever. I am still surprised to this day that I get to do this. Having a backup plan is the best advice I can give you in this instance. I went to college for design, something I really love to do. Design provided me with extra money in between tours and the satisfaction of accomplishment when off the road. Eventually when the band is done, I will go back to doing design full time.

How did you meet each other and form the Band ?- Bandon Wildhaber

We used to all play shows together in different bands. Adam and Joel were in Aftershock, I was in Overcast, and Jesse was in Corrin. All 3 bands did the same style of metal influenced hardcore so it was natural to join forces. Next Adam wanted to play guitar instead of drums (first 2 records), so we got Tom Gomes (another friend from Aftershock) to play drums. Next Jesse left the band and we decided that Howard was our guy, he was in the band Blood Has Been Shed (who I had played with a lot in my band Overcast). Lastly Tom left and we picked up Justin, (another Blood Has Been Shed guy). And we have remained this way for 3 albums and 6 years.

Hey Mike! I was just wondering what was the meaning behind the art designs on your Ibanez Custom Bass ?- David MacLean

My first signature bass (MDB1) is matte black with a design silk screened on top in a clear glossy varnish. It stands out only when the light hits it just right. I wanted something that was not too “in your face” design wise.
My second signature bass (MDB2) is dark mahogany with a design that is laser engraved into the wooden body. I just like the classiness of an engraved design, you don’t see it everyday.
Neither of the designs have any meaning, I just like the way they look.

Killswitch Engage hit the UK to headline the Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Tour in November.

WITHIN TEMPTATION will premier a brand new video on their OFFICIAL WEBSITE on Monday September 28th.

The video is for a brand new track- UTOPIA- which will feature on their upcoming release AN ACOUSTIC NIGHT AT THE THEATRE, which will be released on the 2nd NOVEMBER.

THEORY OF A DEADMAN hit the UK yesterday and played their first of a run of headline shows. Tonight they play London and then after a show tomorrow in Portsmouth, they will head back up the road to London and play at the ABSOLUTE RADIO Festival on Regent Street, which is to celebrate the 1st Anniversary of the station.

The band will hit the stage at 3.50pm- don’t be late!

The remaining shows on the Theory of a Deadman tour are as follows- there are a few tix left so hit up your local venue if you fancty rockin’ out!

Fri 25th Sep – London O2 Islington Academy
Sat 26th Sep – Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms
Mon 28th Sep – Birmingham Academy 2
Tue 29th Sep – Glasgow Garage
Wed 30th Sep – Manchester Academy 2

If you can’t make it, keep an eye on the ROADRUNNER UK TWITTER– we will be posting updates from Regents Street and the show in Birmingham on Monday!

The band are touring the UK in support of current album SCARS & SOUVENIRS- pick it up online HERE.

Hardcore masters HATEBREED have posted a teaser for their upcoming self titled album, which hits UK stores on October 5th.

If you hit the player below, you will be able to check out 30 second snippets of all of the tracks from the album. If that doesn’t get you salivating in anticipation then I don’t know what will!

You wont have to wait too long to hear the whole album in full however- on Monday 28th September, METAL HAMMER will launch an exclusive full album stream!! Head there from lunchtime Monday to check it out!

If you like what you hear, then you can pre-order the album (complete with a bonus DVD of live and behind the scenes footage!) online HERE. The album is also available as a standard CD and digital download.

NME.COM recently about her brand new album TERRA INCOGNITA and also about her upcoming UK headline tour.

The video interview is available HERE, NOW!

Juliette will hit the UK next month. Tickets are on sale now and full dates are as follows:

Wed 21st Oct – Glasgow Garage
Thu 22nd Oct – Manchester Academy 2
Fri 23rd Oct – London Shepherds Bush Empire
Sat 24th Oct – Bristol Anson Rooms
Tue 8th Dec – Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms

Terra Incognita is in stores now. You can pick it up online HERE.

Last weekend the MADINA LAKE fellas hopped a plane to sunny Los Angeles to shoot the video for their next single ‘Welcome To Oblivion’, which will be available digitally on NOVEMBER 16th.

‘…Oblivion’ is the third single to be released from new album ATTICS TO EDEN, which is in stores now. (Pick it up online here).

The band have updated their Kyte player with an update from the set and you can check this out now in the player below.

Madina Lake will be supporting Papa Roach on their upcoming UK tour.

Following up their killer video for the track Young Cardinals, ALEXISONFIRE have just finished shooting a video for the track Born and Raised, taken from their current album OLD CROWS / YOUNG CARDINALS.

We’ve seen the first rough cut this morning and it’s looking pretty special, but if you dont believe us, then check out this nice little teaser and judge for yourself. News coming soon on when you will be able to check out the video in full…

Click here to buy the album online

Over in California the guys from ATREYU are shooting a video for “Storm to Pass,” the first single from their new album CONGREGATION OF THE DAMNED. The song is currently streaming on the band’s MySpace HERE along with the new cut “Stop! Before It’s Too Late and We’ve Destroyed it All.”

The video is being shot as we speak in the desert near Palm Springs and is being directed by Sean Stiegemeier, who has worked with the band on clips for “Falling Down,” “Doomsday,” “The Crimson” and “Lip Gloss and Black.”

For the video, the band will be shot from a variety of angles rocking out as storms build around them. “Alex [vocals] talks so much in the song about weather and storms, so I thought it would be visually cool to incorporate a lot of that,” Stiegemeier says. “And when you dive deeper into the song, you realize Alex is using the storms as a metaphor for the problems you create for yourself. So there are all these people creating these storms that Atreyu are forced to play in.”

Alex and two other characters will play the role of deities, and as the tension and turbulence grows, they’ll create a windstorm, then a lightning storm that sets the area ablaze and finally a rainstorm that extinguishes the fire.

“We’re not going to be pampering Atreyu in this one,” Stiegemeier says. “We’ll be blowing fans as fast as humanly possible at them, and ash and dust will be flying at them and fire will be surrounding them. We’ll be drenching them in rain and putting them through all kinds of hell. It’s a good thing we’re friends and they’re letting me get away with all this. But I’m sure they’ll get me back somehow in the end.”

The video for “Storm to Pass” is scheduled to debut the week of October 12. Whatch this space for news on where!

And also check back for the next set Congregation of the Damned webisodes, comin’attcha October 6 and October 20.

In other news- the image you can see to the lft is the cover art for the new album, which was revealed by the band yesterday!

If you have been salivating at the prospect of a new album from southern rock legends LYNYRD SKYNYRD then you will be happy to hear that you can now get your laughing gear around the album in it’s entirity in an exlusive pre-release listen over at Classic Rock.

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE ALBUM NOW.

The album will be released on Monday 28th September. Single ‘Still Unbroken’ is available digitally now.