May 28th, 2008 : SHADOW DEMON parts ways
Greetings all.
As the subject line suggests, I have sad news. Let me first get to the point: The members of SHADOW DEMON have decided to part ways due to musical differences. Without going into detail I will just say that not everyone was happy with the direction that others wanted the band to move in. Being that we all have a mutual respect for each other, it was decided that instead of losing any of our current members (of which we all agreed are important to the band's existence) it would be more fitting to close the grimoire and set it down upon the ashes it created.
I am very proud of the music we created. I am very thankful for those outside the band who participated and contributed in their own way. I am not going to name people because in doing so I fear I will forget some (especially over the course of seven years) but you all know who you are! And of course I am very thankful for the fans, especially those that have stuck by us, interacted with us, and did their own part to help spread the word about us. It would honor us if you continued to do so. You all rule!
We recorded one official demo and one album. I hope that those who have their hands on one or both will continue to enjoy them for some years to come. Many have told us that they continue to get something out of Grimoire of Ruin time after time and even that they often notice things they hadn't before. If you haven't listened to it in awhile, throw it on and listen to it again!
For the time being Darkhaven Records (our own label) will continue to operate in a limited capacity to provide the CDs that are still available to our current vendors. We will also entertain other distribution inquiries while supplies last. You can still currently get our album in the U.S. from CDbaby.com or Amazon.com so if you haven't picked it up yet, what are you waiting for?
Lastly, know that this is not the end for the members of SHADOW DEMON. Though we are parting ways, we will all be back with future projects so keep an eye out. If you haven't added SHADOW DEMON on Myspace, please do so and we will keep you updated with any news!
On behalf of SHADOW DEMON, thanks everyone for the times,
Jeff Helm
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May 10th, 2008 : Free music to download!
Four songs from the album GRIMOIRE OF RUIN are now available for you to download in mp3 format. That's right! We are allowing you to download Drums of War, The Dark Citadel: Part 1 (The Shifter), ...And The Meek, and Umbris Mortis. The songs are available in the MUSIC section. Save them to your computer, burn them to disc, pass them around to your friends and tell them there are more great songs on the album! Thanks everyone for your support!
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January 28th, 2008 : New live pictures!
Thanks to everyone who came out to The Lakepointe last Friday to see us destroy the stage with Skelator and Fallen Angels!
Chris Slack from Gravemusic.com once again took some excellent photos of our set. Some of the photos have been posted HERE on our forum.
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November 20, 2007 : SHADOW DEMON parts with lead vocalist.
SHADOW DEMON has parted ways with lead singer, Blaine Hammond, due to musical differences. There are no immediate plans to find a replacement. At this time bassist, James Rinker, will be taking over Blaine’s vocal duties. The band is still seeking a second guitarist.
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October 28, 2007 : Live pics!
Some pics from last night's show at The Vortex in Mukilteo have been posted HERE in our forum. Thanks to Blaine's sister, Bev, for taking these!
October 10, 2007 : Grimoire of Ruin available through online European distributer
Good news for fans in Europe! You can now purchase imported SHADOW DEMON CDs online through PURE STEEL RECORDS!
Spread the word!
As a reminder, the album is still also available in North America through CD BABY
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July 28, 2007 : SHADOW DEMON parts with lead guitarist, seeks replacement
Lead guitarist Ryan Gallagher has decided to part ways with power-thrashers SHADOW DEMON due to his lack of time to pursue more than one project. Gallagher is currently in the process of putting together a more 80s rock influenced project. Keep a look out for his yet unnamed project to be announced in the near future. Because of his departure, SHADOW DEMON is now seeking a replacement lead guitarist.
Interested lead guitarists should contact the band at band@shadowdemon.us and have some sound samples available. The right person should be well versed in soloing and rhythms typical of thrash and power metal as well as be open to the use of extreme metal elements from time to time.
Four tracks from the band’s debut album, “Grimoire of Ruin”, released on Darkhaven Records on October 27th 2006, can be found through the band’s official website at www.shadowdemon.us or Myspace page at www.myspace.com/shadowdemon
Gallagher will still be playing with the band for the remaining booked shows August 10th at Maggie O’Tooles in Lakewood, WA and August 11th at The Vortex in Mukilteo, WA.
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October 27, 2006 : TODAY: Grimoire of Ruin unleashed
Today is release day. To order a copy of Grimoire of Ruin, head immediately to the MUSIC page!
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October 22, 2006 : Get Grimoire of Ruin right here!
For those anticipating the release of our new album and wondering where in the hell you are going to be able to get it, look no further than this website. This Friday, October 27th, the CD will be available in the MUSIC section of this website. Be sure to check back then!
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October 9, 2006 : New live pictures!
A big thanks to all who showed up early to see us play on Friday. It was good to see some familiars as well as meet some new people. A good number of you picked up our new album (pre-release) and we hope you enjoy it!
Chris Slack from Gravemusic.com took some excellent photos of us. Some of the photos have been posted HERE on our forum.
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October 1, 2006 : Album release date (US)
Grimoire of Ruin is slated to be released on October, 27th 2006 There are two ways you can get your copy ahead of time, however: 1) Purchase the album in-person at our upcoming Seattle show with Kamelot and Epica on October 6th. Get tickets and details on our shows page. 2) SIGN UP FOR OUR MAILING LIST BY OCTOBER 14TH. We will be sending an exclusive email with a link to purchase the CD online to all those on the mailing list at that time. Sign up for the mailing list by entering your email address in the appropriate field here on our news page (to the right). Note: Don't forget to confirm your list registration by clicking the link provided in the email that is automatically sent to you upon processing your list request. If you do not click the link in the confirmation email, you will not be added to the list.
If you are currently (already) on the mailing list, you are already eligible for the early online purchase thingy.
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September 16, 2006 : New website, songs and album artwork...
Lots of new things to talk about! Thanks to Amy Taggart for the great new website design! We hope you enjoy it as much as we do. Check out 4 songs on HARDAXE from the upcoming Grimoire of Ruin due for release in late October. Advance copies will be available at the Kamelot show on October 6th, Check out the shows page for tickets and details. Mattias Norén did a terrific job on the album artwork including the 12-page booklet.
Here's a visual teaser: The front cover of Grimoire of Ruin.
August 27 2006 : Short album review...
Rob Steinway from In Memorium has posted a short song-by-song review of the upcoming album on our discussion forum. Check it out HERE.
June 22 2006 : Tickets for KAMELOT / EPICA
Tickets are now available from our website for the
show with Kamelot and Epica on
Friday October 6th at Studio 7.
Tickets are $24 and we are not charging for shipping and handling. Order
your tickets HERE
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May 10th 2006 : Studio update
As of last night the drum recording is complete
for nine songs that will be on the album. Jay has done an outstanding
job bringing the songs to life in a way that Jeff and I hadn't conceived
when we mapped out the basic drum-feel ages ago.
Read the entire update in our forum: http://www.ultimatemetal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=240251
April 6th 2006 : KAMELOT / EPICA - Oct. 6th, 2006 @ Studio 7
We are happy to announce that we will be opening
for Kamelot and Epica when
they play in Seattle on October 6th, 2006 at Studio 7.
Tickets will be $24 in advance and $27 on the day of the show. You
will, of course, be able to purchase them directly from us and we will
be able to take orders via paypal on our website. Tickets should be
available in late August. We will also be sharing the stage with Waking
Hour, also from Seattle. I know it's a ways off, but start making
your plans now!
See flyer HERE
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March 22nd 2006 : Studio pictures!
Recording sessions have begun for the upcoming debut
album due out later this year. Some photos of the first couple sessions
have been posted on our discussion forum. You can view them HERE.
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February 22nd 2006 : New live pictures!
Chris
Slack has posted some excellent pictures of our Feb. 7 show at
Studio Seven, opening for Sonata Arctica. You can view them HERE.
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January 16th 2006 : Shadow Demon announces new lead guitarist
We are pleased to announce the complete Shadow Demon
lineup with the addition of lead guitarist Ryan Gallagher. Ryan will
be appearing with Shadow Demon at the up coming Sonata Arctica show
February 7th at Studio Seven in Seattle. Tickets are still $15 in advance
and $17 the day of the show.
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