Warrel Dane announces solo album details

After much anticipation, the stunning, inaugural solo effort, “Praises To The War Machine”, from Nevermore vocalist WARREL DANE will finally be released in Europe in April 2008. With this effort one of metal’s most defining and revolutionary vocalists further hones his craft to perfection.

Dane, who first shattered the boundaries of conventionality with the legendary Sanctuary and Nevermore, proves that he is one of metal’s most diverse frontmen with this solo effort as he unleashes a barrage of introspective and personal lyrics that are heartfelt and extremely powerful. All of this emotion backed with his soaring angelic and dynamic vocals provides all of the necessary elements for a savagely captivating, melodic assault that quickly hooks you in.

Before beginning this new venture Dane went out and surrounded himself with some of the best musicians that he could find. This search ultimately resulted in landing the renowned Peter Wichers (ex-Soilwork) on guitars and bass, Dirk Verbeuren (Soilwork) on drums and Matt Wicklund (ex-Himsa) on guitars. The effort was also recorded and mixed by Wichers (co-producer Soilwork). As guest musicians Jeff Loomis (Nevermore) and James Murphy (Obituary, Testament, etc.) are featured on the album.

Photo by Stephanie Cabral

You can now check out the album’s cover artwork by renowned artist Travis Smith (Death, Katatonia, Opeth) by clicking HERE!

The album’s tracklist reads as follows:
1. When We Pray 3:38
2. Messenger 3:59 (feat. Jeff Loomis)
3. Obey 3:59
4. Lucretia My Reflection 4:38 (The Sisters Of Mercy-Cover)
5. Let You Down 3:54
6. August 3:48
7. Your Chosen Misery 4:10
8. The Day The Rats Went To War 3:37 (feat. James Murphy)
9. Brother 3:24
10. Patterns 4:01 (Paul Simon-Cover)
11. This Old Man 3:43
12. Equilibrium 3:54
Total running time: 45:53

As a first sonic appetizer, the song “Messenger” has just been posted at http://www.myspace.com/centurymediaeurope and http://www.myspace.com/warreldane

Dane further comments as to how this solo effort came about:
“Right around the time Nevermore was recording This Godless Endeavour I started talking to Peter Wichers about maybe doing something together. I think we both wanted to do something different and that’s ultimately what got the ball rolling. I had always wanted to work with a songwriter that had a more song based approach rather than focusing on technical skills and Peter was exactly that. We collaborated on almost everything and I wrote all the lyrics and melodies. Peter had great ideas at times for harmonies, that's what a good producer does, and I think he's really come into his own as a producer with this record.

The purpose of doing this project was to step out of the confines of Nevermore and focus on coming up with memorable songs instead of constructing songs that showcased everyone’s skills. The material is more straightforward than Nevermore, but I don't know what to call it. I think my influences have really played a part of the sound. I love old school goth and I love thrash metal, and every other kind of metal, there's a little bit of all of that in the record.”

“Praises To The War Machine” is an absolute must for all Nevermore fans and will soon be hailed as Dane’s most ambitious offering yet. Prepare yourself for the sheer beauty and elegance that awaits. The album will be available on the following release dates:
GERMANY / AUSTRIA / SWITZERLAND / BENELUX / ITALY: April 25th, 2008.
UK / FRANCE / GREECE / DENMARK / NORWAY / REST OF EUROPE: April 28th, 2008.
SPAIN / PORTUGAL: April 29th, 2008.
SWEDEN / FINLAND / HUNGARY: April 30th, 2008.
USA/CANADA: May 13th, 2008.

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