High on Fire to Start on New Album
It’s old news by now, but I’d be remiss if I didn’t post this news from the PR Wire that thrashers, bashers and all around crazy mother fuckers High on Fire are about to start working on a new record. It’ll be their fifth, following hot on the heels of the epic Death is this Communion from 2007. It is an album of firsts, though. It’s their first for new label Koch/E1 Entertainment and their first time working with producer Greg Fidelman, whose approach is said to be more hands on than anyone the band has yet worked with. No worries though, I’m sure if anything gets fucked up or turns out otherwise unsatisfactory, Matt Pike will take a battle axe to his head. Because that’s how he rolls.
World-renowned power trio High on Fire will begin work on its long-awaited, fifth studio album and follow-up to 2007?s Death is this Communion this August. The esteemed band will commence pre-production in Los Angeles with producer Greg Fidelman (Metallica, Slayer, Johnny Cash) and the goal of capturing ?the ultimate High on Fire experience.?
The new High on Fire album is slated for an early 2010 release. When asked for comment, Pike states, ?We look forward to sharing the dark seas of our new riffs and tragic stories. Soon the next saga of High on Fire‘s world will be known.?
All reports indicate the new High on Fire material to be ?heavier, louder and more intricate.? Prior to entering the studio, the Oakland-based band will embark on a string of California live dates set to kick off on August 7 in Eureka, CA. The group is expected to preview some of its new material live for the very first time at these shows.
High on Fire tour dates:
(all dates include support from Early Man)
August 7???? Eureka, CA Noctumum
August 8???? Sacramento, CA Harlows
August 10?? Fresno, CA Starline
August 11?? Modesto, CA Fat Cat
August 12?? Long Beach, CA Alex’s Bar
August 15?? San Diego, CA Casbah (w/ Earthless)
