MANOWAR unveils Themes of Gods of War![views:17741][posts:1]______________________________________ [Sep 25,2006 3:23pm - the_reverend ""] MANOWAR unveils Themes of Gods of War! In Manowar news today, some details have been revealed about the new full-length album Gods of War, which will be released in mid to late January of 2007. Manowar has always used warrior imagery that takes the listener back to legendary times. These themes have included the dark ages, Greek mythology and Norse mythology. Manowars upcoming opus Gods of War will feature Nordic themes as evidenced by the The Sons of Odin EP. Gods of War has evolved into a multi-part epic cycle which will include tributes to the Gods of Valhalla. Continuing Manowars mission to never stray from their heavy metal style, Gods of War will present a new level of heaviness, intensity and brutality to the Manowar mythos. With this kind of theme when you are paying tribute to Odin, the God of War, country music or jazz would not create the appropriate mental imagery and would not do justice to the Father of the Gods himself, says Manowar bassist and founder Joey DeMaio. Heavy Metal is needed to tell this tale. With Gods of War, Manowar is calling all warriors to enter Valhalla. Let the battle begin! Finally, also the new cover artwork for The Sons of Odin EP, by longtime Manowar collaborator Ken Kelly, has been revealed When asked about the pricing set for the upcoming The Sons of Odin EP, DeMaio says Our fans deserve the best and we don't care about chart rankings when we can offer fans a bonus by defying the ranking system." It seems that the EP will not be ranked on the new German music charts upon its release because it defies price requirements which would require that the special EP package be sold at a double-album price, but Manowars intention was always to offer maximum value and minimum cost to fans. We will not comply with the German chart regulations because we want to give the fans a great package (with a full poster booklet which includes also the brand-new artwork King of Kings) for a reasonable price not dictated by the industry. That results in the non-chart-ability for Germany. The EP will feature over 25 minutes of total playing time. Besides The Sons of Odin - which features Manowar's patented, lion-hearted metal riffs mixed with arena-rock stomping grooves and orchestral arrangements - the EP includes the title track from the upcoming Manowar full-length album Gods of War, an orchestral version of the new song "Odin" and live performances of "The Ascension" and "King Of Kings" from the Earthshaker Fest 2005. A special Immortal Package digipak version will also feature a bonus DVD boasting 38 minutes of footage from the first ever Manowar Fan Convention in 2005 and the band's rehearsal of "Heart Of Steel" - recorded in the Czech Republic with a full choir and orchestra - as well as a video trailer for the upcoming "Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005" DVD. Finally, the DVD will also include a special audio section with 5.1 audio mixes of all 5 EP songs as well as a slide show of exclusive Manowar live shots and photos submitted by fans. Much is being said about the new Manowar material, but one thing is certain: it is 100% pure metal, true to Manowar's motto of always bringing something bigger, louder, faster, harder and heavier to the table. The EP will available on the official Manowar website for direct order and direct download upon its release. The official e-card for The Sons of Odin is available now and can be accessed at this location. http://www.manowar.com/thesonsofodin/ Manowar fans can also expect a Virtual Release Party at www.manowar.com . More info about this will follow shortly. Release dates The Sons of Odin EP : October 6, 2006 ( Germany ) October 9, 2006 ( Europe ) October 24, 2006 ( USA ) The bonus material for The Sons of Odin IMMORTAL PACKAGE EP will include a 6 page Digipak with bonus DVD. Audio CD : 01.The Ascension (Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005) 02. King of Kings (Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005) 03. Odin (Orchestral version) 04. Gods of War 05. The Sons of Odin Bonus DVD : - Video Section : * Fan Convention documentary (short version) 32 mins - Stereo * Band rehearsal of "Heart of Steel" in Czech Republic with full orchestra and choir 6 mins - Stereocamera audio * DVD Trailer for "Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005" - 6 mins. * 2 DVD menus 1 motion, 1 static * Slide show of exclusive Manowar live shots and photos submitted by fans. Audio Section - 5.1 mixes of the songs : 01.The Ascension (Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005) 02. King of Kings (Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005) 03. Odin (Orchestral version) 04. Gods of War 05. The Sons of Odin The Battle Continues! Manowar Live At Earthshaker Fest 2005 On July 23rd of 2005, Manowar headlined the Earthshaker Fest 2005. This performance was a unique historical event, as it included a grand finale featuring Manowar members past and present on stage as one powerful, heavy metal legion as well as an epic set up with a 200-piece choir and orchestra. The majesty and emotion of this event and the overwhelming reaction of more than 25.000 fans in attendance, serves as a fantastic example of the preeminence that Manowar embodies. Accompanying this spectacular concert, the Manowar Mega Fan Convention itself was something to marvel at. Thousands of fans from countries across the globe converged on Geiselwind, Germany for three days of Manowar festivities. After witnessing the devotion and commitment of Manowar 's fans, it is obvious why the band attests to having "the greatest fans in the world." http://www.manowar.com |
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