It's been a good week for Metal

Michael Akerfeldt reveals deails of new Opeth album

"Pale Communion" is to be released in June via Roadrunner Records, being produced by front man, Michael Akerfeldt. In recent interviews Akerfeldt has revealed the sound of the album is to be similar to 'Heritage' , although heavier and stronger melodies. He talks about the influences of the sound having roots in Black Sabbath and Queen, having a 70s/80s feel.

"Pale Communion" track listing:

01. Eternal Rains Will Come
02. Cusp Of Eternity
03. Moon Above, Sun Below
04. Elysian Woes
05. Goblin
06. River
07. Voice Of Treason
08. Faith In Others

 Read a very detailed track-by-track review by Greg Kennetly:
 http://www.metalinjection.net/reviews/first-impressions-of-the-new-untitled-opeth-album-a-track-by-track-review

Slayer release new track

All time favorites Slayer, released a new track, "Implode' while no one was looking. In a statement by the band they revealed they are writing and recording new music and hinted at a tour with Suicidal Tendencies and Exodus. You can visit the band's official website and download the track for free.