MANOWAR unveils Themes of “Gods of War”!

In Manowar news today, some details have been revealed about the new
full-length album Gods of War, which will be released in mid to late January
of 2007.

Manowar has always used warrior imagery that takes the listener back to
legendary times. These themes have included the dark ages, Greek mythology
and Norse mythology. Manowar’s upcoming opus Gods of War will feature Nordic
themes as evidenced by the “The Sons of Odin” EP.

Gods of War has evolved into a multi-part epic cycle which will include
tributes to the Gods of Valhalla. Continuing Manowar’s mission to never
stray from their heavy metal style, “Gods of War” will present a new level
of heaviness, intensity and brutality to the Manowar mythos. “With this kind
of theme… when you are paying tribute to Odin, the God of War, country music
or jazz would not create the appropriate mental imagery and would not do
justice to the Father of the Gods himself,” says Manowar bassist and founder
Joey DeMaio. “Heavy Metal is needed to tell this tale.”

With Gods of War, Manowar is calling all warriors to enter Valhalla. Let the
battle begin!

Finally, also the new cover artwork for The Sons of Odin EP, by longtime
Manowar collaborator Ken Kelly, has been revealed

When asked about the pricing set for the upcoming The Sons of Odin EP,
DeMaio says “Our fans deserve the best and we don't care about chart
rankings when we can offer fans a bonus by defying the ranking system." It
seems that the EP will not be ranked on the new German music charts upon its
release because it defies price requirements which would require that the
special EP package be sold at a double-album price, but Manowar’s intention
was always to offer maximum value and minimum cost to fans.

“We will not comply with the German chart regulations because we want to
give the fans a great package (with a full poster booklet which includes
also the brand-new artwork “King of Kings”) for a reasonable price not
dictated by the industry. That results in the non-chart-ability for
Germany”.

The EP will feature over 25 minutes of total playing time. Besides The Sons
of Odin - which features Manowar's patented, lion-hearted metal riffs mixed
with arena-rock stomping grooves and orchestral arrangements - the EP
includes the title track from the upcoming Manowar full-length album Gods of
War, an orchestral version of the new song "Odin" and live performances of
"The Ascension" and "King Of Kings" from the Earthshaker Fest 2005. A
special Immortal Package digipak version will also feature a bonus DVD
boasting 38 minutes of footage from the first ever Manowar Fan Convention in
2005 and the band's rehearsal of "Heart Of Steel" - recorded in the Czech
Republic with a full choir and orchestra - as well as a video trailer for
the upcoming "Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005" DVD. Finally, the DVD will also
include a special audio section with 5.1 audio mixes of all 5 EP songs as
well as a slide show of exclusive Manowar live shots and photos submitted by
fans.

Much is being said about the new Manowar material, but one thing is certain:
it is 100% pure metal, true to Manowar's motto of always bringing something
bigger, louder, faster, harder and heavier to the table.

The EP will available on the official Manowar website for direct order and
direct download upon its release.


The official e-card for “The Sons of Odin” is available now and can be
accessed at this location. http://www.manowar.com/thesonsofodin/
Manowar fans can also expect a Virtual Release Party at www.manowar.com .
More info about this will follow shortly.


Release dates The Sons of Odin EP :

October 6, 2006 ( Germany )
October 9, 2006 ( Europe )
October 24, 2006 ( USA )

The bonus material for The Sons of Odin IMMORTAL PACKAGE EP will include a 6
page Digipak with bonus DVD.

Audio CD :
01.The Ascension (Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005)
02. King of Kings (Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005)
03. Odin (Orchestral version)
04. Gods of War
05. The Sons of Odin

Bonus DVD :
- Video Section :
* Fan Convention documentary
(short version) – 32 mins - Stereo
* Band rehearsal of "Heart of Steel"
in Czech Republic with full orchestra
and choir – 6 mins -
Stereocamera audio
* DVD Trailer for "Live at
Earthshaker Fest 2005" - 6 mins.
* 2 DVD menus… 1 motion, 1 static
* Slide show of exclusive Manowar live shots and photos submitted by fans.

Audio Section - 5.1 mixes of the songs :
01.The Ascension (Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005)
02. King of Kings (Live at Earthshaker Fest 2005)
03. Odin (Orchestral version)
04. Gods of War
05. The Sons of Odin

The Battle Continues! Manowar Live At Earthshaker Fest 2005

On July 23rd of 2005, Manowar headlined the Earthshaker Fest 2005. This
performance was a unique historical event, as it included a grand finale
featuring Manowar members past and present on stage as one powerful, heavy
metal legion as well as an epic set up with a 200-piece choir and orchestra.
The majesty and emotion of this event and the overwhelming reaction of more
than 25.000 fans in attendance, serves as a fantastic example of the
preeminence that Manowar embodies.

Accompanying this spectacular concert, the Manowar Mega Fan Convention
itself was something to marvel at. Thousands of fans from countries across
the globe converged on Geiselwind, Germany for three days of Manowar
festivities. After witnessing the devotion and commitment of Manowar 's
fans, it is obvious why the band attests to having "the greatest fans in the
world."

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HAIL HAIL HAIL AND KILL