Hey guys, has anybody else out there heard rumours about Shadowland coming on tour next year?!
No, but it would be 8) *horns*.
Man, I hope that's true...
But I doubt it...
Where did you hear this rumour Bluey?
Actually it's true!
Shadowland will be back out on tour next year, and we will be making a DVd amongst other things.
I really hope to see some of you at the gigs!
We've managed to whip a website up for some instant information: www.MySpace.com/shadowlanduk
There will be a 'normal' website later
Now... time to start learning piles of lyrics!
Clive
:o :o :o :o :o :o :o
COOOOOL!!! ;D ;D ;D
QuoteTo celebrate their return, they will be releasing a 'best of' album (called 'A Matter of Perspective') featuring their favourite tracks from the three previously released (but now unavailable) albums, and also boasting some brand new material. This CD (over 70 minutes of music) will be available from February 2009.
Are there also plans for a new studio album???
And will there be reissues of the first three albums in the future?
Please? ::)
Ah man, fantastic news!! *horns*
Thanks Clive!!!!
-Paco
Great news, hope to see you on tour with Shadowland *horns*. And of course I've sent a friend request to the MySpace 8).
So when then? Clive, I guess it's February? It's been February since 1998, I believe.... but it never happened. I won't hold my breath this time, but it will be great when it happens...
Can you tell anything about the line-up? Wille Mike Varty be part of it this time as well?
Can we vote for our favourite tracks for the best-of?
Excellent news. I guess the 'Best Of' means there's less chance of the original albums resurfacing, but anything is better than nothing. Speaking from the pespective of someone who only has one out of the three CDs :(
If you check the MySpace site you will see which gigs are confirmed.... and yes, it was always going to be February....;)
The 'Best of' album will contain our favourite tracks from the three album, plus some new material, which is being recording now.
Hopefully we will have the original line up (including Mike Varty), except that Ian Salmon will be replaced on Bass and Acoustic by Mark Westwood.
And that's the news so far...
Clive
Why not take this new material, write some more new material and get a new album out while you're at it? It leaves more space for some more 'Best of' material for "A Matter Of Perspective". ;)
But ofcourse, thy will be done.
I'm VERY much looking forward to this!!!
Thanks for all the info Clive, much appreciated! :) :) :)
-Paco
Quote from: PH on Mon, 2008-09-29, 20:49:09
Where did you hear this rumour Bluey?
Let's put it like this: I've heard it straight from the horse's mouth! ;D
You date Clive, right?
Or let's put it this way: Is Clive your type?
;D
-Paco
QuoteLet's put it like this: I've heard it straight from the horse's mouth!
Impossible!
After all, doesn't he sing so himself: "Je suis le chevalier, sans le cheval!" ?? ;D
Quote from: PH on Fri, 2008-10-03, 09:11:43
You date Clive, right?
;D
-Paco
:D Really, Paco, you shouldn't consume all those dodgy substances that your country is so famous for! See what they can do to your brain?! :o
Quote from: PH on Fri, 2008-10-03, 09:11:43
Or let's put it this way: Is Clive your type?
I thought we had clarified that good old Nicky is exactly my type! ;D
Quote from: JJ II on Sun, 2008-10-05, 17:14:28
Impossible!
After all, doesn't he sing so himself: "Je suis le chevalier, snas le cheval!" ?? ;D
Snas? I'm sure you mean "gnarf", JJ. ;D
QuoteSnas? I'm sure you mean "gnarf", JJ.
sort of, sure... :-\
* typo correction mode of *
Quote from: bluepony on Mon, 2008-10-06, 13:35:06
I thought we had clarified that good old Nicky is exactly my type! ;D
Now you show signs of true intelligence, Bluey *horns* ;D
Quote from: JJ II on Sun, 2008-10-05, 17:14:28
"Je suis le chevalier, sans le cheval!"
Just to make sure that everybody got it: "I am the knight (rider), without the horse!"
Nicky.
Quote from: Nicky007 on Mon, 2008-10-06, 21:26:20Just to make sure that everybody got it: "I am the knight (rider), without the horse!"
Thanks for that Nick, after all, you're the only one who knows the French language here! ;D
For all those Dutchies around: it's "Ik ben de ridder, zonder het paard!".
Just to make sure that everybody got it. ;)
By the way, in German that would be "Ich bin der Ritter, ohne das Pferd."
Right, Paxi, and in African it would be: "Bongo bon bong!" :D ;D
Quote from: PH on Mon, 2008-10-06, 21:32:44
For all those Dutchies around: it's "Ik ben de ridder, zonder het paard!".
Paardon me, Paxi, but how did "horse" or "Pferd" become "paard" ???
Just to make sure that everybody (non-marsh) didnt get it ?
Nicky.
Quote from: Nicky007 on Mon, 2008-10-06, 21:40:49
Paardon me, Paxi, but how did "horse" or "Pferd" become "paard" ???
Well, "Pferd" and "Paard" are both of "Paraverédus" which is Latin.
In Victorian-era England the English knew the word "Prad" as well.
But they later on used the word "Horse" ("Ross" in German, "Ros" in Dutch).
In African it's actually "Perd".
-Paco
Quote from: PH on Mon, 2008-10-06, 22:01:53
In Victorian-era England the English knew the word "Prad" as well.
We've forgotten about it since. Largely because 'Equus' gets a better score in Scrabble ;)
Quote from: PH on Mon, 2008-10-06, 22:01:53
In African it's actually "Perd".
Didnt you mean "turd" ? ;D
Nicky.
By the way, I'm really looking forward to the Shadowland gig! :-[
Quote from: PH on Mon, 2008-10-06, 22:25:18
By the way, I'm really looking forward to the Shadowland gig! :-[
How are you getting there? Horse? ;)
Nah, I am the knight (rider), without the horse! ;)
The Hasselhoff without the horse...
QuoteThe Hasselhoff without the horse...
Would be surprised if Clive turned up at the gig in a product by Knights Industries Two Thousand ;D
So when is Arena scheduled in your calendar Clive? :)
Quote from: cabo on Tue, 2008-10-07, 19:46:32
So when is Arena scheduled in your calendar Clive? :)
I heard him speaking of a new album that was in the making... but there wasn't mentioned any release date! :(
We are going to bring out a kind of 'best of' album, which will feature tracks from the three albums we made. It will ALSO offer a brand new track which I wrote last year.
The album will be called 'A Matter of Perspective'
It will be available in February 2009
Keep an eye on the two new Shadz sites for more info - www.myspace.com/shadowlanduk
www.shadowlanduk.com
Clive
Woohoo!! A Shadowland website!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
*Excited!*
-Paco
Cool, added as favourite 8) *horns*. The venue in Zoetermeer is called 'De Boerderij' instead of 'Boarderij' ;D.
Good point... It will be corrected...;)
Mmmmm
I think a London Concert is missing
Quote from: Iggy on Wed, 2008-10-22, 18:37:59
I think a London Concert is missing
London? I thought that had burned down in 1666. :P
I'll be at the Zoetermeer gig definately!
Tom
Fame at last !!
I see that news of this reunion tour has made it onto Blabbermouth - http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=108622
That link unfortunately doesn't work... :( (at least not on my computer)
Just tried the link again and it's fine - problem your end ??
Quote from: mdread666 on Mon, 2008-11-17, 17:44:56
Just tried the link again and it's fine - problem your end ??
Probably... stupid computers! >:(
Quote from: bluepony on Tue, 2008-11-18, 08:41:57
Probably... stupid computers! >:(
Be happy. The other kind is much more frightening.
What other kind do you mean? ???
Intelligent computers....
Like there's the intelligent humans and the stupid ones.
... and I'm wondering which you belong to, Paxi :P
Nicky.
I belong to the intelligent computers, Niksy.
well .. computers can make you sick sometimes ... but is good to have one .... there was 2 weeks without PC 4 me .... and I'm so happy to have it again :) anyway - there is a amazing news about shadz .... :D can't wait .... and there will be new DVD recordet .... brilliant :)
Quote from: Deenfan on Thu, 2008-12-11, 18:16:10
Intelligent computers....
With intelligent programmers we might get away with it, with stupid ones? We be buggered :'(
Quote from: cabo on Tue, 2008-10-07, 19:46:32
So when is Arena scheduled in your calendar Clive? :)
Don't know about his calendar, but I had a chance to ask Ian (Salmon) last week - the most definite answer I could get was "I'm sure there will be another Arena album"... but obviously nobody knows when that'll be... :(
Back on topic, though - is anybody going to any of the Shadowland gigs? Apart from Tom!
I think I'll be going to the Shadowland gig on 21st of February... But I'm not that sure at all... It depends on a few things.
Well... it's a weekend... so you can't say "I can't go to the gig because I have to go to school/work the next morning"! ;)
Quote from: bluepony on Tue, 2009-02-03, 14:36:26
Well... it's a weekend... so you can't say "I can't go to the gig because I have to go to school/work the next morning"! ;)
:D Yeah I know.
But it's on a saturday and I'm used to go to church on sunday morning. ;)
It's not a really big issue, but it means I need to have a train back to home... and that means that I am bound to train travel times...
Or...
Or someone gives me a ride back home! ;D Anyone??
-Paco
lit seems not so long to wait for ;).... and... I'm just wonder did there will be more dates..... in other countrys.... and sure I have only two of three Shadz albums .... of course would like to get that 'best of...'.... and maybe this one what I missed... or maybe after those twelve years Shadz will make new album with fresh and true Shadowland sound *ola* ::)
Quote from: jorja on Tue, 2009-02-03, 19:47:16
lit seems not so long to wait for ;).... and... I'm just wonder did there will be more dates..... in other countrys....
13.02.2009
Riffs - UK
15.02.2009 | 19.00
Pub Rock Cafe - Poland
16.02.2009
Wyspianski Theatre - Poland
20.02.2009
Spirit of 66 - Belgium
21.02.2009
De Boerderij - Netherlands
22.02.2009
Die Halle - Germany
23.02.2009
Bergkeller - Germany
24.02.2009
Zentrum Altenburg - Germany
That's all for now, I guess...
But there will always be the DVD you can watch! :)
Quote from: jorja on Tue, 2009-02-03, 19:47:16
and sure I have only two of three Shadz albums ....
Then you're very lucky. I got none... :( :( :'( :'(
Quote from: jorja on Tue, 2009-02-03, 19:47:16
of course would like to get that 'best of...'.... and maybe this one what I missed... or maybe after those twelve years Shadz will make new album with fresh and true Shadowland sound *ola* ::)
That would be wonderful! 8)
I hope they will repress the first three albums and bring a fourth album too!! ;D
-Paco
The main plan is to see how things go with these gigs.. and the sale of the 'Matter of Perspective' (best of album with new material).
It would be great to do more Shadowland stuff, and we are hoping to play at least a few more gigs later in the year.
So.. support us now, and we'll stick around..;)
Quote from: Clive on Wed, 2009-02-04, 10:43:53
So.. support us now, and we'll stick around..;)
Can't be fairer than that! ;)
Quote from: Clive on Wed, 2009-02-04, 10:43:53
So.. support us now, and we'll stick around..;)
Done that - I've ordered my tickets for the Frankfurt gig. :)
Okay, let's get back on topic....
Who went to see one of the gigs and how was it??
I went - to the one in Verviers - but I forgot to bring my camera. (stupid goldfish brain!!) >:(
It was GREAT!!!
So good actually that I will go and see them again tomorrow. ;D
And hopefully NOT forget my camera...
setlist, details...?
how was Gary as support? l
Gary Chandler was great, although his guitar went out of tune all the time (at least he said so - I didn't notice quite as often as he re-tuned it). I'm not familiar with Jadis, so please don't ask me for songs... I just know that I liked what I heard!
Same for Shadowland - GREAT gig!! - but I really think you should all go and see yourselves! I wouldn't want to spoil the fun for you. ;D
What happened to the Oberhausen Gig? Why was it canceled?
Went to the gig at the Boerderij in Zoetermeer yesterday, wonderful gig and a lof of fun!! *horns* Great to see and hear Shadowland live for the first time (first time for me that is). Excellent setlist which more or less contained everything I wanted to hear (the more or less part = Half Moon Street and Through The Looking Glass :P). Although Clive dubbed it "the danger track" that brings bad luck, they did play U.S.I. which is one of my absolute favourites. I really had been looking forward to hear it live, expecially the uptempo part with those infectious keyboard riffs. The epic Hall Of Mirrors was an unexpected and very welcome suprise and the new track Edge Of Night was a real treat, makes one long even more for a new Shadowland album!
Clive, how about releasing an Edge Of Night EP/single, for those like me who have the three original albums (i.e. the SI versions of the first two, which I prefer because of the artwork and nostalgia over the Verglas rereleases, no longer available anyway) and therefore don't need the best of album but are sadly missing no less than four tracks of the concise Shadowland catalogue:
Edge Of Night EP
1. Edge Of Night
2. Dorian Gray
3. I, Judas
4. So The Music Stops
One can alyways ask and hope ::)
Anyway, the setlist was something like this (don't remember the exact order):
1. A Matter Of Perspective
2. The Hunger
The Whisteblower
Mephisto Bridge
The Kruhulick Syndrome
Painting By Numbers
The Waking Hour
Hall Of Mirrors
Edge Of Night
The Seventh Year
U.S.I. (United States Of Insanity)
11. Jigsaw
Encore:
12. Dreams Of The Ferryman
13. Ring Of Roses
P.S. Cool to see Gary Chandler wearing the T-shirt of the so-called Luv Ambassadors World Tour, the Jadis/Shadowland tour from the early '90s.
Quote from: erik on Sun, 2009-02-22, 20:53:13
Clive, how about releasing an Edge Of Night EP/single, for those like me who have the three original albums (i.e. the SI versions of the first two, which I prefer because of the artwork and nostalgia over the Verglas rereleases, no longer available anyway) and therefore don't need the best of album but are sadly missing no less than four tracks of the concise Shadowland catalogue:
Edge Of Night EP
1. Edge Of Night
2. Dorian Gray
3. I, Judas
4. So The Music Stops
One can alyways ask and hope ::)
But seriously, could it be included in the upcoming DVD? Preferably as an audio bonus disc of course 8) Maybe as bonus material on the DVD? Would be great!
Quote from: erik on Sun, 2009-02-22, 20:53:13
Went to the gig at the Boerderij in Zoetermeer yesterday, wonderful gig and a lof of fun!! *horns* Great to see and hear Shadowland live for the first time (first time for me that is). Excellent setlist which more or less contained everything I wanted to hear (the more or less part = Half Moon Street and Through The Looking Glass :P). Although Clive dubbed it "the danger track" that brings bad luck, they did play U.S.I. which is one of my absolute favourites. I really had been looking forward to hear it live, expecially the uptempo part with those infectious keyboard riffs. The epic Hall Of Mirrors was an unexpected and very welcome suprise and the new track Edge Of Night was a real treat, makes one long even more for a new Shadowland album!
I planned on going to see Shadowland in Zoetermeer, but in the end I couldn't quite make it. Judging by your review I missed a great gig!... :-\
But at least my uncle bought the 'new' cd for me, so I'm gonna pick it up later today. Looking forward to it! :)
Tom
Quote from: The Butterfly Man on Mon, 2009-02-23, 12:41:03
I planned on going to see Shadowland in Zoetermeer, but in the end I couldn't quite make it. Judging by your review I missed a great gig!... :-\
But at least my uncle bought the 'new' cd for me, so I'm gonna pick it up later today. Looking forward to it! :)
Tom
Too bad, you sure did miss a great gig! But there's a live DVD coming up from the gig in Poland, so you can still see/hear them live indirectly. Is the Matter Of Perspective album your first Shadowland album?
Quote from: erik on Mon, 2009-02-23, 13:00:48
Is the Matter Of Perspective album your first Shadowland album?
No, my dad (you sure remember him ;)) has Ring Of Roses, so I have heard that one a lot! Great album!
Tom
Quote from: The Butterfly Man on Mon, 2009-02-23, 13:03:33
No, my dad (you sure remember him ;)) has Ring Of Roses, so I have heard that one a lot! Great album!
Tom
Yep of course ;) Then you will certainly like the stuff from the other albums as well. Ring Of Roses is great, but Through The Looking Glass is my favourite of the three and U.S.I. from Mad As A Hatter my favourite Shadowland track.
Quote from: erik on Mon, 2009-02-23, 13:25:38
Yep of course ;) Then you will certainly like the stuff from the other albums as well. Ring Of Roses is great, but Through The Looking Glass is my favourite of the three and U.S.I. from Mad As A Hatter my favourite Shadowland track.
I can't wait to hear it, although I can't find the tracklist anywhere! :)
Tom
Quote from: The Butterfly Man on Mon, 2009-02-23, 14:17:05
I can't wait to hear it, although I can't find the tracklist anywhere! :)
Tom
Yeah, there doesn't seem to be any detailed info around yet on the net. The new Shadowland site is up and running now, but doesn't tell yet. I browsed the cd tracklist briefly at the gig, can't reproduce it, but thought it was a neat selection and U.S.I. is on it ;)
Quote from: JJ II on Sat, 2009-02-21, 17:19:14
setlist, details...?
The one of yesterday's gig in Frankfurt? Voilà, here it is:
- A Matter of Perspective
- The Hunger
- The Whistleblower
- Mephisto Bridge
- The Kruhulick Syndrome
- The Waking Hour
- Painting by Numbers
- Hall of Mirrors
- The Edge of Night
- U.S.I.
- The Seventh Year
- Jigsaw
- Dreams of the Ferryman
Encore:
- Ring of Roses
Quote from: JJ II on Sat, 2009-02-21, 17:19:14
setlist, details...?
Well, sadly Clive managed to get a cold right in time for the tour, so he's losing his voice more and more... at the gig in Verviers it wasn't actually that bad (at least I think not too many people noticed), but last night was really tough (must've hurt!!). Mike and Karl did their best to help with vocals, but it was still quite painful to see/hear. Nevertheless the band seemed to have a good time on stage, considering the relatively small audience. I took a few pics and will try to upload them here.
So here's a pic of yesterday's Shadowland gig in Frankfurt.
You can find more on my MySpace site www.myspace.com/223020870 (http://www.myspace.com/223020870)
Nice Pics.
Good effort getting all of them in one picture.
Quote from: Iggy on Mon, 2009-02-23, 21:18:53
Good effort getting all of them in one picture.
Well... the venue was quite small...
Great pictures Bluey! :)
Tom
Thanks, Tom, but I'm not really happy with the quality... this new camera is still playing tricks on me! >:(
Nevertheless, I thought they might still be OK enough to give everyone who was not at one of the shows a general impression.
Quote from: erik on Mon, 2009-02-23, 13:25:38
...you will certainly like the stuff from the other albums as well.
Hey Erik, I'm not too sure about that...yet! I gave the album a quick listen yesterday, but so far it doesn't do much for me, except for the new song, which is great!! I think I have to get used to the somewhat dated sound. I'll keep you posted... ;)
Tom
Quote from: The Butterfly Man on Thu, 2009-02-26, 15:59:08
Hey Erik, I'm not too sure about that...yet! I gave the album a quick listen yesterday, but so far it doesn't do much for me, except for the new song, which is great!! I think I have to get used to the somewhat dated sound. I'll keep you posted... ;)
Tom
Really? :o Well... maybe it's different seeing them live, but I didn't think the sound is "dated".
Quote from: bluepony on Mon, 2009-02-23, 20:25:41
You can find more on my MySpace site www.myspace.com/223020870 (http://www.myspace.com/223020870)
I had a butchers at the photos. They're good! :)
From the Metalmind website:
The Future
Having concluded their short but well received tour, Shadowland are now planning more dates later in the year. This will be an opportunity to promote the new DVD, 'Edge of Night', and well as a new special edition box set, entitled 'Cautionary Tales', containing re-releases of their three original albums and the new DVD as well as a collection of bonus material (including studio and live tracks).
Good and bad news. Good news for Shadowland fans and bad news for Arena fans, as this will delay the new album ;).
If you're interested in the whole story, here's the link:
http://www.metalmind.com.pl/index.php?dzial=artysci&id=605
Quote from: Teunis on Sat, 2009-07-18, 09:00:17
bad news for Arena fans, as this will delay the new album ;).
We might see a Michael Jackson comeback tour before a new Arena album ;)