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MATT BARLOW IS BACK WITH ICED EARTH!


Hello Dear Friends!

Once again the winds of change are upon us, and this time I can say that I am very happy about the result.

While out on the European tour I had several in depth discussions with many loyal Iced Earth fans. A common theme of these discussions was how much Matt is missed. I agreed with the fans that things were not the same and that it was a very special period in Iced Earth’s history.

When I heard several months ago that Matt was going to be doing a project in music again, I was thinking about contacting him and seeing what his intentions were. I didn’t act on this because I was so focused on the writing of the new epic, and frankly, it just didn’t seem realistic.

Well, after getting out on the road and speaking with many of you directly, I decided to call Matt and see how he was doing and if he was interested in working together again. I am proud to say that he is coming back to Iced Earth and we will be getting back to work in the studio very soon.

Matt will be singing on Part 2 of the Something Wicked concept CD and we will be looking forward to getting out on tour and delivering a series of Iced Earth shows that will rival any in the history of the band. And there will be a proper DVD filmed from this period, something we’ve all been waiting for.

I want you all to know that it was you who made this a reality. I have missed Matt’s presence onstage and in my personal life in a big way over the past few years, so I appreciate your honesty in our discussions. It did help me realize the decision to move forward with pursuing this. The fans have spoken and we have delivered!

You true fans know that I’m a straight shooter, I say what I mean and mean what I say. And though I value your opinions greatly, you must believe that this is a decision that comes completely from the heart and is not motivated by anything other than what feels the best for Iced Earth. This is the way that things have always been dealt with, for better or for worse, but always honestly and from the heart.

Tim Owens is a great and talented singer and I wish the best for him and his future on a personal and professional level.

There will be more news soon as to further developments and plans. This will push back the release of Part 2 a bit. Not because we couldn’t be ready to record in time, but because of a new addition to Matt’s family in early 2008!

I am very happy to announce that Iced Earth is truly BACK!

Have a great holiday season. We’ll be in touch very soon with more details.
Jon Schaffer

На който му е липсвал Мат Барлоу може да се радва. На мен ми е гадно за Тим Оуенс, защото изглежда го гони лош късмет.

Е кво, просто са го изгонили, щото Мат бил липсвал? Грубичко, кайнда...

Страхотна новина!

Аааааа баси кефа. Са и едно албумче да изстрелят.

А мен пък не ме кефи толкова. Тим Оуенс ме радваше като вокал на Iced Earth повече, отколкото Мат Барлоу. А и както и да го погледнеш си е гадно просто да му бият шута...

Най-селското е, че 4-5 дни преди тва двамцата с Тим са на гости на Брус Дикинсън в радио шоуто му и всичко е цветя и рози.

Иначе албум ще има, но по-късно догодина.

Ебати безобразието! Тим Оуенс трябва най-сетне да си сформира сериозен собствен проект, за да спрат да го гонят като краставо псе всеки път щом даден титуляр реши да се завърне. Виждала съм го наживо с Джудас преди години, и мисля, че с гласа и сценичното си присъствие може да издуха бая фронтмени от бранша. МНОГО е добър.
И Мат Барлоу не е зле, де. Ще има да се радват Айсд феновете...

http://www.georgetowndel.com/department ... Barlow.htm

Я ви го Бат' Мат

Някъде в нета няма ли записи на изпълнения на First State Force law enforcement band?

Сигурен ли си, че искаш:

Barlow became a police officer in the Georgetown Police Dept. in Georgetown, Delaware. He was also a vocalist for the "First State Force Band", which comprises law enforcement members from different departments throughout the State of Delaware. The band performs for schools, stressing such ideals as "Say no to drugs"; "Stay away from violence"; "Respect your parents, teachers, yourselves, others and life" through music.

Те ти сайта за снимки:

http://www.firststateforce.org/

Singer Tim "Ripper" Owens spoke exclusively to D.X. Ferris of the Cleveland Scene about his surprising departure from ICED EARTH three months after the release of the group's latest album, "Framing Armageddon - Something Wicked Part I".

ICED EARTH mainman/guitarist Jon Schaffer issued a statement last week announcing that the group was parting ways with Owens and was once again working with Tim's predecessor, Matt Barlow, who originally left ICED EARTH in 2003.

Speaking to the Cleveland Scene, Owens stated about his split with ICED EARTH, "I was told 30 seconds before the news hit Blabbermouth that I was let go — two weeks before Christmas. I don't think it was handled right. It's a shame it ended like that. With JUDAS PRIEST, at least the way it was handled, I'm still good friends with the band. The good thing is, I don't have to discuss ICED EARTH anymore. I can move on. I wish them luck. We're ready to go to the future."

Tim's new top priority is BEYOND FEAR, an Ohio-based based power-speed hybrid. That band's 2006 self-titled debut received some of the best reviews of Owens' storied career. The frontman says a second record is nearly written, and local fans can expect some live shows soon.

Owens is still being managed by Wendy Dio, wife of metal legend Ronnie James Dio. BEYOND FEAR remains attached to international metalworks SPV Records. The singer may move forward with a new WINTERS BANE album and tour, if the project generates label interest; BANE bassist Dennis Hayes was dismissed from ICED EARTH along with Owens.

"I've already had a lot of offers," said Owens, who is now regarded as one of metal's top voices. "It's nice to get the support."

Джон Шафър пак се изсра много мощно

Инфо за новият сингъл на Iced Earth:



"I Walk Among You" Tracklisting:

1. I Walk Alone
2. Setian Massacre
3. The Clouding
4. A Charge to Keep (exclusive iTunes track)

Последните три парчета са от Framing Armageddon но са ремиксирани с вокалите на Мат Барлоу.

Излиза Юни 2008. През април ще се снима видеоклип по I Walk Alone. Втората част на Something Wicked засега е планувана за есента.

Междувременно от тук и тук можете да чуете PYRAMAZE с Мат на вокалите. Поне не е загубил форма.

Бива си го семпълчето. Симпатиите ми към вокалЪТ на Iced винаги са били на страната на Барлоу. Тим Рипър е пичага, добър вокал и дано си намери най-накрая група където да не бъде просто заместникът на титуляра.

А тази година определено е годината на метала!

Откриването започва с Камелот на рождения ми ден (благодаря за което) и после едни концерти, концерти.. W.A.S.P. !!!!!... и ... WACKEN!

Сампъли от сингъла:

http://www.myspace.com/icedearth

Новото парче звучи много добре. Старите обаче не са толкова впечатляващи. Ще видми като излезе целия сингъл.

Сингълът вече е по "специализираните" магазини. Новото парче става. Обаче на старите даже не са пипнали аранжимента. The Clouding e OK, но Setiana...