PRE-ORDER ENTER THE GRAVE FROM U.S. WEBSTORE AND GET LIMITED EDITION 7" VINYL EVILE's brand of thrash takes a bit of the old school and fuses it together with the new school. Pre-order their debut album, Enter the Grave on the U.S. Webstore today and get the best of both schools. You'll get a bit of the new school by receiving Enter The Grave on compact disc. It's 10 tracks of thrash heaven. If you're a fan of old METALLICA, ANTHRAX or ANNIHILATOR, this is the return to pure and genuine thrash you've been waiting for! If you pre- order EVILE - Enter The Grave, (while supplies last) you'll also receive a bit of the old school in a FREE, LIMITED EDITION red EVILE 7" vinyl! This special release, formerly exclusive to indie music stores in the U.K, has been brought over to the states in extremely limited quantities and features 2 previously unreleased EVILE tracks that you're not going to find anywhere else. No matter what school you belong to, pre-order EVILE - Enter The Grave from the EARACHE U.S. Webstore and you'll be headbanging like you never have before! Enter The Grave is out now in UK/Europe and September 25th in the USA. Watch an exclusive interview with EVILE here. Find the latest EVILE news, dates and links at evile.co.uk. added: 9/9/07

EVILE THRASH IT UP AT VIRGIN MEGASTORE IN-STORE SHOW To commemorate the release of their debut album 'Enter The Grave' in the UK/Europe on Monday August 27, Yorkshire thrashers EVILE played a frenetic in-store gig in Manchester's Virgin Megastore to hoardes of chanting, thrash-hungry fans. Speaking about the chaos that they caused in the store, Evile guitarist Ol Drake has stated: "It was killer playing to all those Thrashers in a store setting. People didn't seem to care that they were in a record store. It was just a plain old Metal show. Circle Pits, Moshing, head-banging galore. We Thrashed the shit out of the Verging Megawhores. We want to say a huge cheers to all the people who came down to Thrash with us, and a huge cheers to all at Virgin Megastores Manchester (Arndale) and Lucy Holliday". Click the following links to watch a track Thrasher First Blood Schizophrenia Bathe in Blood Armoured Assault Enter the Grave 'Enter The Grave' is out Now. Catch Evile on tour at these dates. added: 31/8/07

INSIGHT INTO WORKING WITH METALLICA PRODUCER FLEMMING RASMUSSEN With the upcoming release of their debut album 'Enter The Grave' on Monday, Evile have revealed what it was like to work with the legendary Flemming Rasmussen. Evile guitarist Ol Drake has given an insight into their time in the studio and explains the impact that the famed Metallica producer had on them and also the effect that the band had on him: "We made an old school thrasher feel young again, which to me shows us we're on the right track. If we can add to a Thrasher's collection, we're happy. That's what we want to do, give people some extra thrash action. We're not trying to be the Next Big anything, we just want to Thrash." Working with such an influential figure within the thrash genre was understandably daunting for the fresh, fast-rising Yorkshire thrashers, but the guitarist admits that it turned out to be a comfortable working environment in the studio, Ol states: "It was excellent working with Flemming. I admit his involvement with Metallica was slightly daunting but once we were in there he made us feel so at home and relaxed that it didn't matter anymore. He's just a really cool, easy to get along with guy. We couldn't be anymore pleased with how the album's turned out. Flemming's involvement has made it the best it can be. I think an important factor which added to the album's overall sound was the use of no samples on the album. We've always been against this modern, processed, mechanical sound, we wanted it to sound 'live'. Kick drums have balls, and you want to hear and feel ...those......balls. Flemming is the Man!!" Fans can finally get their hands on this hotly anticipated release in UK/Europe on August 27 and September 25th in USA. View a video of the the band in the studio here. To hear some advance tracks head over to www.myspace.com/evileuk. added: 22/8/07

EVILE GUITARIST COMMENTS ON POSITIVE 'ENTER THE GRAVE' REVIEWS With the release of the hotly anticipated thrash offering 'Enter The Grave' only a week away, Evile guitarist Ol Drake has aired his excitement about the positive reviews that have been circulating recently. The album has received an encouraging 10/10 and a highly positive 100/100 in online reviews: Metal Mayhem 10/10: Metal Revolution 100/100: Such early praise for their debut has prompted Ol to speak about the hard work that the fast rising Huddersfield thrashers have put into achieving such success with their debut: "The reviews we've got through so far really make us proud of the amount of work we put into making this album what it is. In a way it feels to have 'paid off' if someone enjoys it in the ways the recent reviewers enjoyed it" Ol admits that the process was not always a harmonious experience and reveals that: "It shows that hard work really gets results. We put in as much time as we could on each song to get it as perfect as we could in our ears. I think the fact that we argue over writing gets results. If one person wasn't happy with what we were doing we'd work on it until all 4 of us were happy. I think that gives us a good sound, with all 4 of us putting hard work in. Some bands work better with one master-mind, we don't". It appears that working with such precision and intensity alongside the legendary producer Flemming Rasmussen (Metallica) has helped to catapult Evile to the front of the new breed of thrash metal. UK and European fans only have 7 days to judge for themselves- 'Enter The Grave' is released by Earache Records on August 27th, (Sept 25th in USA) to pre-order the album click here, all pre-orders will receive an exclusive Evile red 7inch including 2 non album tracks. To hear 3 advance tracks from the album and see footage of the band in Sweet Silence studios with Flemming Rasmussen at the helm, click here. added: 20/8/07

EXCLUSIVE EVILE 7 INCH FREE WITH PRE-ORDERS OF 'ENTER THE GRAVE' August 27th sees the long-awaited release of 'Enter The Grave' from upcoming Yorkshire thrashers Evile. To mark the release of their debut the band are giving away an exclusive red 7 inch with all pre-orders from the Earache webstore, along with a free Evile poster. The vinyl is Limited Edition, with only 1,000 copies available and features two unreleased demo tracks entitled 'Darkness Shall Bring Death' and 'Sacrificial'. The 7 inch will also be available with 'Enter The Grave' from selected independent retailers. To see a list of these stores, click here. Mixed by the legendary Flemming Rassmusen (Metallica) at the Sweet Silence studios, 'Enter The Grave' is enveloped with intrigue and looks set to put no-nonsense thrash metal back on the map. Hear three advance tracks from the album at www.myspace.com/evileuk Evile will be showcasing their metallic thrash sound at an instore show at Manchester's Virgin Megastore on the day of release, August 27th. You can also catch Evile on the road this Autumn on these dates. added: 1/8/07

EVILE VIDEO SNIPPETS FROM STUDIO DURING RECORDING OF ALBUM ONLINE NOW Up and coming UK thrashers Evile have provided a snapshot into their time in the studio recording their debut release 'Enter The Grave' with producer Flemming Rasmussen. It gives an exclusive glimpse behind the scenes at Sweet Silence Studios in Denmark, with Rasmussen at the helm, both in and out of the studio. In a recent interview with UK mag Metal Hammer, vocalist Matt Drake shared his views on the famed Master Of Puppets producer: 'He's a family man. We went to his house for dinner and met his son. He's a bit nuts as well, but he's really nice. And he actually likes what we're doing as well. Because he stepped away from doing metal bands, and only does about one a year, because everyone is probably approaching him saying, make us sound like Metallica.' The full interview is posted online here. 'Enter The Grave' is set to be released in the UK/Europe on August 27 and September 25th in the USA, for all of the latest news on the album and to listen to 3 exclusive advance tracks head over to www.myspace.com/evileuk Click here to see Evile's tour dates this summer. added: 5/7/07

EVILE Set US Release Date For 'Enter The Grave' EVILE, who had previously announced a UK release date of August 27 for their debut album, ‘Enter the Grave’ will be issuing it in the US on September 25. Produced by Flemming Rasmussen (METALLICA, MORBID ANGEL), ‘Enter The Grave’ promises to carry the tradition of thrash in a whole new way. EVILE vocalist, Matt Drake describes what it was like to record with Rasmussen (most people wouldn’t realize that Flemming Rasmussen’s quite the chef, as well) in a brand new interview with Metal Hammer. EVILE is also featured in the current (July 2007) issue of Metal Hammer magazine as part of their THRASH special. This stacked special issue includes a THRASH sampler CD featuring a track by EVILE. Pick it up at your local UK HMV store and you’ll also receive a FREE “Thrash Is King” T-shirt featuring MUNICIPAL WASTE, SSS and EVILE while supplies last. See the front cover of Metal Hammer here. See the FREE t-shirt here (back here). EVILE will commence a UK tour this summer, including one special show where they will come together with MUNICIPAL WASTE and SSS to collectively take their throne as the new kings of thrash. Go to myspace.com/evileuk for a full list of dates. ‘Enter The Grave,’ the debut album by EVILE will be available on August 27 (UK) and September 25 (US) on Earache.com. added: 13/6/07

EVILE Finish Recording Album; Enter Mixing Stage According to EVILE’s official MySpace Blog, they have completed the recording process for their upcoming album, ‘Enter The Grave’ and are currently in the mixing stage. Along with a myriad of photos from their recording sessions with Flemming Rasmussen (METALLICA, MORBID ANGEL), EVILE’s 3rd and final recording update included a message for their fans: “We're now in the mixing process of the album. All parts are now recorded to the best of our ability (sorry, it's the best we could do). we decided not to include a cowbell, or a triangle. Working with Flemming (Rasmussen) has been a unique and amazing experience. He's got the perfect vision and ability to make this album sound exactly how we all want it to. We hope all you Thrash fans enjoy this mass of noise we've created for you.” Come into EVILE’s world and experience the recording of ‘Enter The Grave’ through their eyes by going here ‘Enter The Grave’ hits UK stores on August 27 and comes to US shores this fall. EVILE will be joining fellow thrashers, MUNICIPAL WASTE and SSS for a summer UK tour so wild that it promises to make thrash the country’s new official language. For a full list of dates, see the tour guide on www.earache.com www.myspace.com/evileuk and www.evile.co.uk added: 6/6/07

EVILE INVITES FANS TO ASK THEM QUESTIONS VIA MYSPACE Evile, currently in the studio recording their upcoming Earache debut release, 'Enter The Grave' with producer Flemming Rasmussen (Metallica, Morbid Angel), is giving their fans a chance to ask them about how the recording process has been going via the band's MySpace blog. Says the band on their latest posting, "Feel free to ask any questions about us being in the studio. Questions about recording techniques, Gear, Flemming etc. Questions about Metallica are welcomed but we can't tell you much haha." Ask UK thrashers, Evile about the recording of their Earache debut, 'Enter The Grave' (due out on August 27th in the UK and later this fall in the US) and get the latest Evile updates straight from the band themselves at myspace.com/evileuk. added: 18/5/07

EVILE update and photos from studio Evile have begun recording their debut album with producer Flemming Rasmussen (METALLICA, MORBID ANGEL) at Sweet Silence Studios in Copenhagen, Denmark. Pictures of the recording process so far can be seen here. The album will be completed sometime in June for an August 27 release on Earache Records. EVILE formed three years ago in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, U.K. by brothers Matt Drake (vocals/guitar) and Ol Drake (lead guitar), along with Ben Carter (drums) and Mike Alexander (bass) and has since rapidly picked up a rabid following, eager to enjoy a night of heads-down, no-nonsense thrash. While unsigned, EVILE were hand-picked to play two prestigious U.K. festivals in the summer of 2006 — Bloodstock Open Air and most recently, Damnation Festival — both to great acclaim from fans. added: 16/5/07

Evile begin pre-production process for debut album 'Enter The Grave' Fast-rising Yorkshire Thrashers Evile began the process of recording their debut album with producer Flemming Rasmussen at their Huddersfield rehearsal space recently. Under the watchful guidance of the famed producer, the final 10 songs selected for the debut were intensively discussed, arranged and rehearsed. Some brand new songs were aired, namely - "Man against Machine" and "Burned Alive" amongst others. The full tracklisting will be announced shortly. Guitarist Ol Drake had this to say about working with the great producer: "It was an amazing experience to meet such an important guy who played a huge part in the history and evolution of metal. Not only is he an awesome and down to earth guy, he really fucking knows what he's talking about. We all already have a great feeling about how the debut's going to turn out with his input alone!" After Sunday’s successful pre-production session the band headed down to London to play a live instore at Tottenham Court Road’s Fopp!. The band Thrashed through a tight set of material to great response - Flemming had the chance to see what the band can do live and further gain a feel for the music due to be recorded in May. The album is to be recorded at Rasmussen's Sweet Silence Studios in Copenhagen during May-June, and is due for release on Earache on August 27th. Pictured at the end of the session are  L-R Dan (Earache), Mike, Matt, Flemming, Ali (Earache), Ol, Ben added: 16/5/07

EVILE WRAP UP SEVERE TORTURE TOUR AND GEAR UP TO RECORD EARACHE DEBUT Riding the thrash lightning to stardom, EVILE have recently wrapped up an extensive UK tour with death metallers SEVERE TORTURE and DESECRATION. Recounting their tour experience on a recent MySpace blog EVILE declared, “Overall we had a fucking great time. Want to say cheers to Severe Torture and Desecration.” EVILE humorously note a day of the tour where they encounter a coven of “emos,” citing that  “the streets were swarming with people who can only see out of one eye (out of choice). We came upon this take away called "Salt & Pepper," it was also swarming with…..well, Emos.” Breaking away from the emo nemesis, EVILE wrapped up the tour at The Soundhaus in Glasgow, stirring up the pit and moshing with Dennis of SEVERE TORTURE! Check out more accounts on their MySpace blog at:   http://blog.myspace.com/evileuk EVILE will be entering the studio in May to record their Earache debut album, "Enter the Grave" at Sweet Silence Studios in Copenhagen with legendary thrash  producer, Flemming Rasmussen. Rasmussen has produced three thrash classics from Metallica - Ride The Lightning, Master of Puppets, and “...And Justice for All” - as well as material for MORBID ANGEL and many other legendary extreme acts! “Enter the Grave” is scheduled for a September 2007 release date. added: 2/4/07

EVILE ARE MOVING UP THE THRASH RANKS FERVENTLY IN 2007! EVILE have imprinted their mark on the face of the up-and-coming music scene and have sparked the interest of music connoisseurs and thrash fanatics worldwide. Facing a new year and new challenges, EVILE are wrapping up production of their forthcoming premier Earache full-length release, due out in mid 2007. Capping off 2006 with prestigious mention in metallically esteemed Terrorizer magazines’ year end polls, EVILE headed the list as the top unsigned act of 2006 (Fortunately now signed to EARACHE!) and were included in the top 10 newcomers of 2006. EVILE continue to prove why they are metal’s newest hope and are playing selected dates throughout the UK during January and February to support their new material. EVILE is pure testament to that fact that THRASH IS BACK! added: 12/1/07

EVILE Interview How would you best describe your band and where your influences, musically and as people, for anyone who's never heard of Evile? We're a band who loves listening to and playing Thrash Metal. We all grew up surrounded by music; Metal, Rock etc. We're all fans of the Thrash from the 80s, but also fans of alot of different kinds of music. Ol brings alot of Death Metal influence in, And we just try to give thrash a "new" sound while staying in the classic Thrash vein. What do you think gives you the cutting edge above other bands similar to you? We don't think we have a particularly "cutting edge" above other bands, we've just put alot of work in over the years in terms of gigging and writing. We try to give each song a personality, and alot of the time that's easier to show live. Whats your feelings on the state of the UK Thrash scene at present? Any good up n comers you wanna namecheck? Thrash in the UK is thriving, loads of bands coming from every corner of the land. Main names would have to be Pitiful Reign, Mutant and Deadfall. What do you make of the new Trivium album- like it or hate it? Its pretty thrash wouldn't you agree? First off we'd like to say respect to them for how well they've done and are doing, but we can't say we're fans of the band. It has elements of Thrash, but we wouldn't label it "Thrash" as we know it to be. How do you feel about being signed to Earache? It's proper Bo. We feel honored to be on the same label as the legends on the Earache roster! Now that you are signed, what are your aspirations for the future? Our main aims are to gig as much as possible and thrash people's faces off. What can we expect from your first release? Thrash Fucking Metal Finally, the Top 5 albums of all time from each of you? Matt: Metallica - ...And Justice For All Metallica - Master of Puppets Slayer - Seasons in the Abyss Guns 'n' Roses - Use Your Illusion 1&2 Paradise Lost - Draconian Times Ol: Sepultura - Beneath the Remains Annihilator - Never, Neverland Testament - Souls of Black Death - Scream Bloody Gore Possessed - Seven Churches Mike: Carcass - Heartwork Metallica - ...And Justice For All Sepultura - Arise Slayer - Hell Awaits Melanie Chisholm - Northern Star Ben: Metallica - ...And Justice For All Onslaught - In Search of Sanity Slayer - Seasons in the Abyss Luca Turilli - King of the Nordic Twilight Dionysus - Anima Mundi added: 18/10/06

EARACHE NEW SIGNING - EVILE Earache Records is happy to announce the signing of fast-rising young UK thrashers EVILE, fresh from their triumphant performance at last weekend's Damnation Festival, where they slayed the crowd on the Jagermeister stage, as openers for The Haunted, Skindred & Biomechanical. EVILE formed 2 years ago in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, UK by brothers Matt Drake (vocals/guitar) and Ol Drake (lead guitar), along with Ben Carter (drums) and Mike Alexander (bass) and have since rapidly picked up a rabid following, eager to enjoy a night of heads-down, no-nonsense Thrash. Though unsigned,EVILE were hand-picked to play 2 prestigious UK festivals in the summer of 2006 -Bloodstock Open Air and most recently, Damnation Festival-both to great acclaim from fans.Now the band will spend the rest of the year gigging far and wide, and expect to record and release their debut album on Earache early in 2007. Meanwhile, check out EVILE's demo and pics at their myspace page. added: 18/10/06