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Bloodstock
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| Posted: Wed Feb 20, 2008 3:04 pm |
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ICED EARTH EXCLUSIVE UK SHOW AT BLOODSTOCK FOR 2008
The Bloodstock team are delighted to announce that US metal titans ICED EARTH have been added to the bill for Bloodstock Open Air 2008.
Formed in the early ‘80s as Purgatory by rhythm guitarist and songwriter Jon Schaffer, the band eventually became Iced Earth following Schaffer’s relocation from Indiana to Florida. Combining traditional heavy metal with elements of thrash and power metal, their first demo ‘Enter The Realm’ secured a deal with Century Media Records who issued the band’s self-titled debut album in 1991. Vocalist Gene Adam was replaced by John Greely for the follow-up ‘Night Of The Stormrider’ which emerged the following year, although Greely himself would soon make way for long-time frontman Matt Barlow who began his tenure with 1995’s ‘Burnt Offerings’, an album which saw Iced Earth take a huge leap forward and solidified their characteristic sound. The subsequent albums ‘The Dark Saga’ and breakthrough effort ‘Something Wicked This Way Comes’ established the band at the forefront of the scene just as metal began to assert its presence once more in the wake of the grunge boom. A live album ‘Alive In Athens’ heralded Barlow’s departure to be replaced by former Judas Priest vocalist Tim ‘Ripper’ Owens who had himself left Priest to make way for the return of Rob Halford. Owens debuted on 2004’s ‘The Glorious Burden’, laying down some of the best work of his career and also appeared on last year’s ‘Framing Armageddon’, a continuation of themes first explored on ‘Something Wicked This Way Comes’.
Never one to fight shy of controversy, in December 2007 Schaffer announced the return of Matt Barlow, a move which proved popular with many fans who had never fully embraced the undeniably talented Owens. The band are currently working on a new album tentatively titled ‘Revelation Abomination’ and preparing for their first live shows of 2008.
Click the Link Below to View the ICED EARTH Bloodstock bands profile page .
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com/bands-profile.php?id=261
ICED EARTH – Burning Times - BLOODSTOCK OPEN AIR 2008.
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Bloodstock Team
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com
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Bloodstock
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| Posted: Tue Feb 26, 2008 6:03 am |
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AS I LAY DYING CONFIRMED FOR BLOODSTOCK OPEN AIR 2008!
The Bloodstock team are pleased to announce that US metalcore outfit AS I LAY DYING have been added to the bill for Bloodstock Open Air 2008.
Formed in 2001, As I Lay Dying are key players in the metalcore scene which fused the sound of melodic death metal bands such as In Flames, Soilwork and At the Gates with the aggression of hardcore, and which has gone on to become one of the most talked-about developments in metal since the early 2000s. After a well-received debut album ‘Beneath The Encasing Of Ashes’ for Pluto Records in 2001 and a split album with American Tragedy the following year, As I Lay Dying came to the attention of Metal Blade Records who issued their second full-length album ‘Frail Words Collapse’ in 2003. The album went on to be a label best-seller, shifting in excess of 210,000 units. The follow up ‘Shadows Are Security’ arrived in 2005, topping the US independent chart and breaking into the Billboard top 200 at no. 35. Tours with Slipknot and Unearth, amongst others, plus an appearance on the Ozzfest bill increased their popularity substantially and by the time their most recent album ‘An Ocean Between Us’ dropped in 2007, the band were big enough for the release to debut at no.8 on the Billboard top 200, selling 39,000 copies in its first week. The album heralds a re-focussing and refining of the core AILD sound and sees them beginning to transcend the genre that they did so much to define.
Click the Link below to view the AS I LAY DYING Bloodstock Band Profile Page .
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com/bands-profile.php?id=262
AS I LAY DYING – Blood And Belief - BLOODSTOCK OPEN AIR 2008.
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http://www.bloodstock.uk.com
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Bloodstock
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| Posted: Tue Mar 04, 2008 2:28 pm |
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are YOU the GUITAR HERO 3 CHAMPION of 2008?
If so, you've just got to compete for the title of....………
"Bloodstock Open Air Festival 2008 - Guitar Hero 3"
Ok………..this is your big chance to show the world that Guitar Hero 3 and all that axe wielding talent you have wasn’t just for Christmas. If you’re the next legend just waiting to be discovered and idolised and can answer yes to the following questions then do not hesitate to let us guide you along the path of guitar glory.
• Ever wanted to show what you can do with your guitar?
• Are you an expert exponent of Guitar Hero 3?
• Got what it takes to win a regional heat and earn your place at the final, taking place at the UK’s biggest Metal Festival?
• Think you can be the overall winner and play in front of a crowd of thousands with a real band behind you?
For all budding lead guitarists who just know that they fully deserve the ultimate Rock God prize, a ridiculous bag of related goodies and products PLUS VIP Festival tickets, then this is the competition for you.
Bloodstock Open Air Festivals has joined forces with GUITAR HERO 3 to bring you an unbelievable opportunity to compete for this annual Title and Prize. We already have several hosts lined up to work with us as we put on the mother of all shows at dedicated Guitar Hero 3 events around the country. If your Rock Society, Student Union, Club or venue wants a piece of the action, please get them to contact us at the numbers below .
All bases are covered with official GH3 products and equipment provided at Heats held at locations across the UK in May/ June 2008 as we search for our first Guitar Heroes. We’ve got Ticketing partner tixmob on board who provide a revolutionary, electronic, convenient and green method to enter with a unique ticket reference number purchased via mobile phone. So all we need now is YOU!
Any enthusiastic venues that want to play host to GUITAR HERO 3 in partnership with Bloodstock Festivals should make contact as soon as possible.
From 2 April you can enter the competition and get all the vital details, terms and conditions on http://www.bloodstock.uk.com
For more information
Competition and Venue Details : Jason 07891 399 672 or webmaster@bloodstock.uk.com
Media Enquiries : Clive 07882 352 742 or clive@bloodstock.uk.com
For Full Festival news and performer details, please log onto http://www.bloodstock.uk.com |
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FaceFitz
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| Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2008 5:38 am |
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i suck at guitar hero...
mind you i also suck on a real guitar...
any chance of 'girls aloud' being confirmed for bloodstock??? that would be epic... |
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gunner
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| Posted: Thu Mar 06, 2008 3:49 pm |
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I've heard that if your really really good on Guitar Hero...that makes you a musician!!!
if you dont believe me...just go to youtube!!!
Hope your catching my sarcasm....cause im layin it on pretty thick!!...lol
theres a smartass in every crowd right??...lmaooo
Just kidding guys...congrats on the confirmations!! |
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Seneki
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| Posted: Fri Mar 07, 2008 1:11 am |
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Guitar Hero is for people who can't play guitar, but want to look cool 
Nah but seriously, I don't see the point (as a musician).
I can have more fun playing on a real guitar than with Guitar Hero. (also I suck at it.) |
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gorgatron
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| Posted: Fri Mar 07, 2008 11:06 am |
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if anything, being good at guitar hero means you've developed a good sense of rhythm, since that is really what's required. you don't have a lick of sense when it comes to melody. guitar heroes would probably make better drummers.
sorry for breaking up you advertisement thread, Bloodstock! best of luck with your festival. if you're a metal fan, this definitely sounds like the place to be this summer. |
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Bloodstock
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| Posted: Mon Mar 10, 2008 10:19 am |
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The Bloodstock team are pleased to announce that Scottish folk/power metallers ALESTORM have been added to the bill for BOA 2008.
Alestorm were formed in Perth in 2004 as a two-piece under the name Battleheart playing self-styled ‘True Scottish Pirate Metal’. After releasing an eponymous EP in 2006, they expanded their line-up in order to play live and subsequently issued a second EP ‘Terror on the High Seas’ as a full band later the same year. Increased interest in the band led to a deal with Napalm Records in 2007 and a name change to Alestorm. Their debut album ‘Captain Morgan’s Revenge’ appeared in January this year and was supported by extensive touring including dates with Turisas and appearances at various European festivals.
Click the Link below to view the ALESTORM Bloodstock Band Profile page .
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com/bands-profile.php?id=265
ALESTORM – Wenches & Mead – BLOODSTOCK OPEN AIR 2008.
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Bloodstock Team
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com
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Bloodstock
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| Posted: Wed May 14, 2008 6:33 am |
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The Bloodstock team are pleased to announce that London black/death metal outfit AKERCOCKE have been added to the bill for Bloodstock Open Air 2008.
Akercocke were formed in 1997 by vocalist/guitarist Jason Mendonca and drummer David Gray who completed the line-up with the addition of guitarist Paul Scanlan and bassist Peter Theobalds. Their debut album ‘Rape of the Bastard Nazarene’ emerged in 1999 on the band’s own Goat of Mendes label and its subsequent success secured a deal with legendary UK label Peaceville, who issued a follow-up ‘The Goat of Mendes’ in 2001. The band switched to Earache Records for their next album, 2003’s ‘Choronzon’, an adventurous release which saw them move further from their black metal roots into more progressive death metal territory. Having replaced Paul Scanlan with Matt Wilcock, formerly of Australian death metallers The Berzerker, Akercocke continued their musical development with the well-received ‘Words That Go Unspoken, Deeds That Go Undone’, which emerged in 2005. Peter Theobalds quit the band to be replaced by Peter Benjamin in early 2007, prior to the release of their most recent album ‘Antichrist’ which generated even more controversy than usual, with the band’s US label refusing to print the ‘satanic’ CD booklet and religious groups in Northern Ireland up in arms over Akercocke’s plans for live dates in the Province and an outspoken appearance on a local BBC television talk show.
The band are currently preparing for two UK live dates in early June before unleashing their ferocious aural assault on Bloodstock Open Air.
Click the Link Below to view the AKERCOCKE Bloodstock Band Profile Page .
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com/bands-profile.php?id=269
AKERCOCKE – Summoning the Antichrist – BLOODSTOCK OPEN AIR 2008.
Regards
Bloodstock Team
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com
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| Posted: Wed May 21, 2008 3:55 am |
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Bloodstock team are pleased to announce that German thrash legends DESTRUCTION have been added to the bill for Bloodstock Open Air 2008.
Destruction were formed in 1982 with a line-up of vocalist/bassist Marcel ‘Schmier’ Schirmer, guitarist Mike Sifringer and drummer Tommy Sandmann. Their first demo ‘Bestial Invasion of Hell’ appeared in 1984 and led to a deal with Steamhammer Records who issued the mini album ‘Sentence of Death’ later the same year. Despite its roughshod production, the record helped the band become an underground phenomenon and their debut full-length ‘Infernal Overkill’ was released in 1985 and saw them tour with Slayer amongst others. ’86 saw the release of what many consider to be the band’s best album ‘Eternal Devastation’ which received widespread praise and allowed them to capitalise on the booming thrash scene, tour extensively and pick up many new fans along the way. 1987’s ‘Mad Butcher’ EP was a welcome stop-gap between albums and paved the way for the slightly more adventurous but no less aggressive ‘Release From Agony’ which was issued in ’88. Tensions within the band led to Schmier’s departure before the recording of 1990’s ‘Cracked Brain’, which was poorly received and heralded a period of instability for the band which led to a long hiatus.
Various remaining members of Destruction toiled on throughout the early ‘90s but it wasn’t until 1999 and the announcement that Schmier and guitarist Mike would re-unite their partnership with Sven Vormann coming in on drums that the band would return to success. Their comeback album ‘All Hell Breaks Loose’ was released by Nuclear Blast in 2000 to excellent reviews, and was followed by extensive touring and two further albums – ‘The Antichrist’ in 2001 and 2003’s ‘Metal Discharge’ – before they signed with AFM Records for ‘Inventor of Evil’ in 2005. The band’s most recent album ‘Thrash Anthems’ saw them re-record a selection of their early tracks, and they toured successfully in support of it performing a largely old-school set. A brand new studio album ‘D.E.V.O.L.U.T.I.O.N.’ is expected in August.
With conviction and without compromise, Destruction have rightly assumed the mantle of one of thrash metal’s greatest ever bands. Bloodstock get ready: Lucifer’s legions of death are ready for attack. They’ve got only one aim. Total destruction!
Click theLink below to view the DESTRUCTION Bloodstock Band profile Page .
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com/bands-profile.php?id=270
DESTRUCTION – The Butcher Strikes Back - BLOODSTOCK OPEN AIR 2008.
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Bloodstock Team
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com
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Bloodstock
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| Posted: Tue Jun 10, 2008 5:41 am |
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The Bloodstock team are pleased to announce that NWOBHM legends PRAYING MANTIS have been added to the bill for Bloodstock Open Air 2008.
Praying Mantis were formed by brothers Tino and Chris Troy in the mid ‘70s and they later became part of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement which swept the UK in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, producing bands such as Saxon, Def Leppard, Diamond Head and most famously, Iron Maiden. Pursuing a direction which was more melodic and AOR-orientated than most of their homeland contemporaries, the band issued their debut album ‘Time Tells No Lies’ in 1981 to widespread critical acclaim. Management and line-up instability, however, quickly undermined their success and after two further singles, the band temporarily split and remained inactive until 1991’s comeback album ‘Predator In Disguise’ which featured ex-Iron Maiden guitarist Dennis Stratton. Since then, the band have continued to record regularly and play selected live dates and their forthcoming BOA show marks a rare opportunity to witness Praying Mantis perform on home turf.
Speaking out about playing this year's Bloodstock, Praying Mantis has issued the following statement: "We are really looking forward to playing Bloodstock this year. This is our first open air festival in the UK for a number of years but you can be sure that we will give you a set to remember. The stone faced rockers may well recall us from the crazy days of the New wave of British heavy metal, but no doubt will be surprised to hear the vibrance and vitality of the classic heavy rock sound as it is today."
"Look out Bloodstock, the Mantis is coming and will have your head off!!!!!!"
Click the Link Below to view the PRAYING MANTIS Bloodstock Band Profile Page .
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com/bands-profile.php?id=272
PRAYING MANTIS – The Journey Goes On – BLOODSTOCK OPEN AIR 2008.
Regards
Bloodstock Team
http://www.Bloodstock.uk.com
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| Posted: Fri Jun 13, 2008 6:49 am |
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June 13th will see the release of a very limited number of VIP tickets for this year’s Bloodstock Open Air festival. VIP ticket holders will be able to enjoy private food and bar facilities, private washrooms and access to the VIP area, with a special access pass - and a limited edition Bloodstock wallet for beer money.
There will be several options available for the Posh Moshers out there:
Camping Package 1
For 2 people
A reserved patch of grass to pitch your tent (and park your car).
Camping Package 2
For 2 people
Arrive on site to find your tent already pitched ready and waiting with air beds and brand new sleeping bags (and park your car).
Tipi Package (sleeps 2, 4 or 6)
For 2 people, 4 people or 6 people
Sleep under canvas in true Indian style! Arrive on site to find your tipi furnished and ready to move into. Worried about the weather? Don’t be! Should the weather prove inclement, rain catchers and porches will be fitted to help with wet weather.
Your Tipi tent will be furnished with:
1 x Organic sheepskin rug per person
Coconut matting
Mexican Blankets
1 x Sleeping mat per person
Tables
Floor chairs
Floor cushions
Moroccan lanterns
Yurts Package
For 2 or 4 people
Based on the traditional design of a Mongolian Ger. They will stay cool when its hot and cosy when its chilli. Yurts are fully furnished, including:
Ground floor covering
Traditional floor blankets
Soft furnishings
All VIP Packages will include the following:
Full 3 day weekend Ticket to Bloodstock
4 nights camping
Car park pass
Private entrance
Access to VIP area
Private restrooms and showers
Private cash food facilities
Private cash bar facilities
access pass and wallet (goody bag)
Event management staff, hostesses and security in attendance
If you want to find out how to make this year’s festival experience that bit classier, log on to http://www.bloodstock.uk.com/vip-camping.html now, or call 020 7399 7079 - VIP packages are extremely limited so don’t delay!
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| Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2008 1:09 am |
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Due to an overwhelming request for day tickets, Bloodstock Open Air has announced the sale of a limited number of day tickets for this year¹s festival.
As the venue is limited to 10,000 capacity the day tickets will be sold on a strictly first come, first serve basis.
This year¹s Bloodstock Open Air festival takes place on August 15-17 at
Catton Hall, Derby, and promises to be the biggest and best yet. With
Three stages boasting a frankly stunning line-up of steel-plated talent
from around the globe, it promises to be the finest metal festival the
UK has ever witnessed. Alongside headliners Nightwish, Dimmu Borgir and
Opeth, fans will also be able to see the likes of the recently reunited
At The Gates, who will be making their only appearance on a UK stage in
2008, plus Helloween, Iced Earth, Napalm Death, Overkill, Soilwork, As I
Lay Dying, Primal Fear, Destruction, Evile, Moonsorrow, Akercocke, Grand
Magus and many, many more.
If you think you can cope with the entire three-days of metal heaven, weekend tickets (which include camping) cost £85 and are available from the Bloodstock website as well as selected HMV stores around the UK and major online ticket sites.
Please Note: There has only been a small number of Day tickets allocated on a first come first serve basis and therefore certain days will sell out before others .
Click the Link Below to Get Your Bloodstock Festival Tickets today !!
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=1
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Bloodstock Team
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| Posted: Thu Jul 10, 2008 3:58 am |
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A very limited number of Bloodstock day tickets went on sale on 2nd July due to huge demand from you guys … and we are over the moon to confirm that our media partners ‘Metal Hammer’ who had a allocation of 400 tickets for their dedicated readers – have now SOLD OUT. The overall allocation of day tickets we put on sale through the Bloodstock store are being purchased at record speed….. and we don’t expect to have any left at this rate by middle of July. So please don’t shout that we told you so…. catch yourself a bargain before they all go. Day tickets are priced at just £45. Full weekend tickets with camping are just £85.
This years festival has already been tipped to be THE metal festival of 2008 not to be missed. The campsite opens Thursday at 12 noon to allow you to travel and set up camp in plenty of time for when the festivities begin – This year the Guitar Hero 3 Beer Tent and Lava Stage will be situated within the campsite and all the fun will commence on Thursday evening - Here you will enjoy all the revelry of Metal Karaoke, a couple of surprise bands to warm you up for the weekends metal onslaught and the infamous 4 DJ’s of the Apocolypse …all until the early hours. To follow on from this - Friday, Saturday and Sunday will see the main stage treat you to the most quality metal line up of 2008 …. And that’s a promise !!
We have the cream of the UK unsigned metal acts in the Scuzz Underground Tent ready to shock your senses, and for those of you who just want to catapult yourselves into space we also this year have a variety of fairground rides, plus Guitar hero Champion competition madness and much more – With less than 6 weeks to go – what are you waiting for…... limited day tickets are on sale through our secure online shop http://www.bloodstock.uk.com and selected HMV stores - weekend tickets are also on sale through the bloodstock store as sell as SEE tickets, ticketwebb, Piccadilly, Gigantic, Ticket Factory and Last minute or call the 24 hour ticket hotline: 0871 2200260
Band line up:
Friday: OPETH, HELLOWEEN, SOULFLY, PRIMAL FEAR, DESTRUCTION, AKERCOCKE, TYR, PRAYING MANTIS, EVILE, SAINT DEAMON,
Saturday: DIMMU BORGIR, ICEED EARTH, SOILWORK, NAPLAM DEATH, MOONSORROW, COMMUNIC, SWALLOW THE SUN, ELUVEITIE, MOB RULES, CLOUDSCAPE
Sunday: NIGHTWISH, AT THE GATES, OVERKILL, AS I LAY DYING, KATAKLYSM, GRAND MAGUS, ALESTORM, CROWNING GLORY, HEAVENS BASEMENT
BLOODSTOCK OPEN AIR
Date – 15th 16th 17th August 2008-07-07
Tickets - Full weekend Tickets with camping - £85
Day tickets - £45
Venue: Catton Hall, Walton on Trent, Derbyshire
Website – http://www.bloodstock.uk.com
Regards
Bloodstock Team
http://www.bloodstock.uk.com
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