BlackenedDawn
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FIREWIND!!!!!!!!!!! *explodes* Words cannot describe how happy this makes me. FINALLY I get my chance to see Gus G in the flesh! CHEERS!!!!!
Firewind makes their U.S. debut next year.
I think he might mean Bad Ass!!!!
Hey Glenn,
I think I recall that they played Progpower UK this past year. Did that have any bearing on the choice or just a happy coincidence?
Great choice, btw.
Da Pup
Hey Glenn, any chance there will be press releases posted for the future announcements?? I rather enjoy using them to spread word around the net and help promote the fest at the same time. While I could make my own, I'm quite certain your team will include much more appropriate content. The past PPUSA press releases have been awesome!
Fucking awesome pick, Glenn! I bow down to thee in homage!
Just got done watching the YouTube video.
Damn good band. Good choice Glen. Can't wait to see these guys live.
Now I need to get their CDs... more shopping!
Dave
yes.thats what i meant.thanks for saying that for me while I was off my computer.
This is a solid choice. I think they are in the perfect time slot as well. Thinking of that slot the last few years with Vision Divine, Symphorce, Circus Maximus,Dreamscape. Some really cool bands announced so far.
I came to the conclusion a long time ago, I love bands/musicians for their music; I'm not interested in their attitude as long as they rock (and don't COMPLETELY screw their fans). I'm not hiring them, I'm listening to them. Artisists can be temperamental, but can't we all?AMAZING IMO. I know alot of people have a problem with Chitys attitude but you cant knock the dudes talents, and once you get to know him hes a great guy and just really passionate about what he does and the music he plays (doesnt mean I condone all of his actions). I REALLY wanna see him in the States and get to hang with him. Hes like a Brother to me, and would love to see him use that voice live.
Great and gutsy choice, Glenn! The only concern I have is that whether the Greek Government will do to Firewind what they did to Wastefall. Otherwise a great addition.
Peace,
Ray C.
Things are a bit different this year in terms of official press releases. I have decided not to use my normal PR firm in order to cut costs and honestly, I don't think I need it anymore in terms of getting the word out. I did write up a formal release with Redemption this year and have plans to do the same with various other bands as well. I have never released an official press release for every single band confirmation through the years though. Century Media was actually suppose to release a press release today in support of Firewind and the festival. However, it never happened for reasons that I do not know.