NOTHINGFACE – Writing New Songs

Both albums have been remastered in Necromorbus Studio were they were originally recorded, and will also feature two rare bonus-tracks, one being the title-track from the bands debut 7" EP "The Essence of Black Purity" and the other an unreleased live-version of the VON anthem, "Watain". Both releases will also include extensive liner notes from the band along with additional photos and illustrations.

"WATAIN's first two albums have both been hailed as monumental and groundbreaking within the underground for their undeniably magical content and fanatic intensity, yet they are also considered collectors items which to this day are still hard to come by", leader Erik states. "As WATAIN never wanted their divine art to be something restricted for collectors and rich eBay kids only, we have now chosen to reveal to all of the world our dark and fiery past. A past that came to shape one of the most terrible abominations ever to stalk the Metal scene!"

And things keep getting blacker… Season of Mist and Thunderdome Booking in association with Metal Maniacs and www.beyondthedarkhorizon.com announce the "Black Metal Magic – WATAIN North American Tour 2008".

Here's the official communiqué for the tour:

"The Werewolves of Satan return! After the infamous US tour with ANGELCORPSE in 2007, Sweden's Black Metal tyrants WATAIN once again set their dreaded course towards American shores, this time descending not only upon the East but also the South and West coasts. After the release of the monumentally acclaimed "Sworn to the Dark" in 2007, WATAIN have been out on the "Fuck the World" tour, reaching through Europe, North and South America, leaving a trail of blood, fire and tears behind. A tour which have given them the reputation of being an untamed whirlwind of blood and fire on stage, embodying every aspect of true, dangerous Metal. The "Black Metal Magic" tour in October will constitute the last dates of this monstrous crusade, spearheaded by one of the few bands within the Black Metal genre that still evokes true fear, hysteria, forbidden lust and raging chaos… WARNING: The performances of WATAIN are widely known to bring forth and include things that may not be appreciated by the average concert visitor. Unholy, disturbing things that have left scars on many a soul, but that have also enlightened and brought great pleasure to those whose hearts burn with the black fires of forbidden hunger. WATAIN is Black Metal Magic performed in the old and dreaded tradition. You have been warned."

Here's the complete gig list:

2008 OCT 03: CAN Toronto, ON, The Opera House
2008 OCT 04: CAN Montreal, QC, Katacombes
2008 OCT 07: USA Boston, MA, The Middle East
2008 OCT 08: USA New York, NY, Knitting Factory
2008 OCT 09: USA Pittsburgh, PA, 31st St Pub
2008 OCT 10: USA Cleveland, OH, Peabody's
2008 OCT 11: USA Chicago, IL, Reggie's Rock Club
2008 OCT 12: USA Des Moines, IA, Vaudeville Mews
2008 OCT 13: USA Denver, CO, Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom
2008 OCT 14: USA Salt Lake City, UT, Urban Lounge
2008 OCT 15: USA Seattle, WA, Studio Seven
2008 OCT 16: USA Portland, OR, Rotture
2008 OCT 17: USA Oakland, CA, The Metro
2008 OCT 18: USA Hollywood, CA, Knitting Factory
2008 OCT 19: USA San Marcos, CA, Jumping Turtle
2008 OCT 20: USA Tempe, AZ, The Sets
2008 OCT 21: USA Farmington, NM, Gator's
2008 OCT 23: USA Dallas, TX, Reno's Chop Shop
2008 OCT 24: USA Victoria, TX, Sun Valley Ranch
2008 OCT 25: USA Austin, TX, Red 7
2008 OCT 26: USA New Orleans, LA, Red Dragon
2008 OCT 27: USA Tampa, FL, Brass Mug
2008 OCT 29: USA Atlanta, GA, Masquerade
2008 OCT 31: USA Springfield, VA, Jaxx
2008 NOV 01: USA Allentown, PA, Sterling Hotel