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Just a couple of quick things: Obskure magazine is now featuring a review of the recent Hellfest gig in France. It's in French, but includes a set list and lots of nice photos.
In addition, Carl McCoy lends his voice to a brief spoken-word part of "Waters of Ain," a new song by Watain. It's on their "Lawless Darkness" album.
Fields of the Nephilim treated the Hellfest crowd to a short set full of classics and newer tunes. Here's the set list:
Main set:Shroud
Straight to the Light
Zoon III
From the Fire
Dawnrazor
Moonchild
Penetration
Mourning Sun
Encore:
Chord of Souls
Here is the set list from Saturday's FOTN show in Athens, Greece:
Main set:Shroud
Straight to the Light
Trees Come Down
Preacher Man
Endemoniada
Moonchild
Love Under Will
Penetration
From the Fire
Mourning Sun
Encore:
Dead But Dreaming
For Her Light
Chord of Souls
Several videos from the show are available on YouTube. Here's "Endemoniada":
And "Chord of Souls":
Carl McCoy spills the beans on a number of topics in a new interview in Issue #8 (Spring/Summer 2010) of Unscene magazine, out now. In it, he explains that he'll be adding a documentary to the "Ceromonies" DVD, as well as a double live CD. However, he told the magazine that he thought the set would be out by April or May of 2010.
He also told the magazine that he is working on new material, both with his bandmates and solo. He is considering releasing some of it on one or more EPs. Although he is currently being mangaged by Rob Ferguson at Transcend, he does not have a current contract with any record label. He also expressed interest in writing a book that features both artwork and lyrics.
Lastly, he told Unscene that he does not read Internet forums related to the band, but he has seen the Dawnrazor forums before and appreciates the support of the fans.
Many thanks to Mark for the summary! If someone has the magazine and would like to transcribe the article for us, we'd really appreciate it.
FOTN has confirmed that the band will play at the Gagarin 205 club in Athens, Greece, on May 29.
The upcoming issue of D-Side magazine will include a lengthy, exclusive interview with Carl McCoy, conducted by Emmanuel Hennequin of Obskure. In the interview, McCoy discusses the band's current status and the increased role he wants his musicians to play in the future, as well as the "Ceromonies" DVD, the "Sleepers" EP and the next set of studio recordings. A full four pages are devoted to the interview, which also features photos by Jakub Sorys. The issue, with Goldfrapp on the cover, will appear on newsstands by March 12.
In addition, we've received word that FOTN will not play the first of the four Christmas dates, as previously reported, but will perform Dec. 27-29. Our Live section has been changed accordingly.
FOTN's management announced today on Facebook that the band will headline the "RockHard Tent" at the Hellfest in France on June 19. More details as we get them.
In the meantime, Peter Yates, the guitarist from the early lineup, has released an EP of new songs that can be downloaded online for a small sum. Check out "Tanks" at the link.
Many apologies for the delay in reporting this news: it appears that Fields of the Nephilim will be performing four live shows with Laibach, Project Pitchfork, Agonize and Faderhead -- a series called The Christmas Ball -- in December. The dates begin Dec. 26 in Hanover and wrap up on Dec. 29 in Berlin. Full info is available in the Live section.
Portugal was not as sub-zero as Warsaw, but FOTN was still on fire, playing a generous set to a happy crowd. Here's what the band unleashed:
Main set:Shroud
Straight to the Light
Trees Come Down
Preacher Man
Dawnrazor
From the Fire
Penetration
Moonchild
Love Under Will
Watchman
Mourning Sun
Encore:
For Her Light
Zoon
Last Exit for the Lost
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Fields of the Nephilim reportedly blazed in Warsaw over the weekend (where daily temps were -20 or less). Although the sets contained no surprises, fans who attended the gigs say they were among the best they've seen to date. Here are the set lists:
JANUARY 22Main set:
Harmonica Man
Preacher Man
Trees Come Down
Watchman
Dawnrazor
Penetration
From the Fire
Love Under Will
Moonchild
Encore:
For Her Light
Psychonaut
JANUARY 23
Main set:
Shroud
Straight to the Light
Penetration
From the Fire
Moonchild
Watchman
Requiem
Shine
Zoon III
Mourning Sun
Encore:
Love Under Will
Last Exit for the Lost
Meanwhile, The Eden House has launched a new Web site featuring photos, audio, video, lyrics and a forum for fans to discuss the finer points of the band's music. In addition, The Eden House has announced some new gigs for the spring and summer, including several festivals. This is beginning to look like a proper tour. :)
Lastly, as always, 2009 news has been moved to the archive. Happy New Year!