Old News

Old News

(May 6, 2009): June 4 show @ Chubby Pickle

Featuring original drummer TJ Dowhaniuk filling in

OPENING FOR TOXIC HOLOCAUST

(Jan 9, 2009): Bootleg of The Heretic recorded live Nov. 28 2008!

(July 10, 2008): FS now on facebook!

FS in CDN Records Ad in Decibel Magazine!

Through the Mirror banned in Dubai!

(May 1, 2008):

Infidel in Brave Words Magazine (Knuckletracks 110)!

(April 19, 2008): 'Mirror now at nearly two dozen distros!

Request us on several radio stations! New Reviews!

Order the new CD through our online store.

February 15, 2008:

It is with a heavy heart that we offer our condolences to the friends and family of Kurtis Gurden, who passed away tragically at work following an accident. Kurt was a huge fan of ours, a close friend, and a true metal warrior. He could always be counted on for a laugh and for cheering up all around him. We wish his family our prayers and thoughts at this tragic time.

R. I. P. KURTIS GURDEN

1989 - 2008

January 27, 2008:

Happy new year. Here's what in the works for FS:

-Through the Mirror is now available through nearly a dozen retailers.

-We're looking into having T-shirts made. Contact us if you're interested in one.

Here is a rough sketch of what they may look like. They will probably be around $12-15.

New album in stores now, worldwide!

November 29, 2007:

-Through the Mirror is now available through Final Stage, CD Baby, HMV, Indigo and Amazon.

October 26, 2007:

"I think we beat Axl by at least 3 years." - Josh Kurkjian

Final Stage is pleased to announce the release of their upcoming album, Through the Mirror.

After releasing the highly praised Demo EP, Flight of the Phoenix in 2006 (notably an 11/12 score in Heavy! Magazine), the band returns with their first full-length album, Through the Mirror. Drawing on influences from metal giants such as Judas Priest, Metallica and Queensryche, alongside contemporary acts like Edguy and Dream Evil, Final Stage form a unique mix of classic and modern heavy power-metal. Now armed with their first full-length album, the group aims to not only match its previous feats, but also surpass them.

The socially conscious record features an array of heavy-metal songs, showcasing a wide and varied dynamic. The album boasts a range from progressive tracks such as Infidel, to flat-out heavy metal in Murder on Contract, to radio-friendly, melodic metal from the album's opener, Rise Again. Impressive production values flow throughout the disc, rivaling such classics as Judas Priest’s Painkiller, or Ride the Lightning from Metallica. Recorded at the same studio as the Phoenix EP – Spectre Sound – the album captures much of the same energy and power. Several musicians also guest on the album, notably Betrayer front man, Jeff Klingbeil, who contributed backing vocals, and guitar virtuoso Chris “CSP” Pitre.

Through the Mirror will be released in stores and online on November 30^th.

Preorder now. All CDs preordered will be autographed and be mailed roughly 1 week prior to release.

Tracks:

Rise Again

Murder on Contract

Age of Ashes

Dreams of Madness

Through the Mirror

In the Night

A Prayer Away

Infidel

Gods of War (Titanic Cover)

A Passage of Dawn (feat. Guitar virtuoso CSP)

The Heretic

September 20, 2007:

Through the Mirror has it's first review. Visit this link to see it!

September 12, 2007:

The CD release show for Through the Mirror will be on November 30th at the Chubby Pickle. The CD will be made available a week or two prior to the CD release show through our website, in addition to other retailers. Stay tuned for more details.

July 29, 2007:

We're posted a brand new song on our MySpace page entitled "Age of Ashes" from the upcoming album, as well as a short clip from the song "Through the Mirror". Expect a fall 2007 release for Through the Mirror.

Studio Updates 2007:

"Alright ya puffs, let's have it!" -Henry Rollins

View a journal of the sessions for the new album

July 10: Mixes are under way. Expect to hear a NEW SONG before the end of July. Here is the cover art for the new disc, "Through the Mirror"

(Artwork by Nick Ledesma)

July 3: Jeff Klingbeil from Betrayer has returned the to the studio to contribute some more backing vocals. Tracking should be wrapped up very soon.

June 16: Vocals are nearing completion. Jeff Klingbeil (Betrayer) will be coming in again to do backing vocals. Click here to view a 1 minute teaser video for the new disc.

May 29: Rhythm guitars and bass have been tracked.

May 21: After 4 days in the studio we're finished tracking the drums and some bass. The drum sound is arguably the best Spectre Sound has had to date!

May 18: Tracking has begun!

More updates to come. Stay tuned!

March 20, 2007:

"To Infinity and Beyond... Unless there's a Subway along the way" -CSP

Hey All,

We decided to finally revamp the style of the news section. The old style was boring, as you can see in Old News. You asked "when the hell are these 'updates' coming?" We delivered. If these updates were a pizza, they'd would be one month old, cold, half eaten, growing extra mushrooms, and we'd be minus a tip, but here goes:

First off, we performed with former Iron Maiden singer Paul Dianno on March 16. The show went great and it was an awesome night filled with a lot of beer, metal and soft-core debauchery. Thanks to all who came out in support.

Next up, and the most important piece of news, we would like to welcome a new drummer to the band, Justin Humphrey. The parting with TJ was mutual and we wish him the best in his future endeavors. Justin's member bio will be online shortly.

Third but perhaps the best part of all, WE ARE GOING TO BE RECORDING A BAND SPANKIN' NEW CD STARTING IN MAY! The title and songs are still being worked on, but rest assured, it'll be every bit as heavy as the EP. There will be more guest performances (not as many as Avantasia). Expect it see the light of day before the end of 2007!

Lately, we've been getting a ton of press, and being the huge rock stars (shyaa!) that we are, who wouldn't expect it? Visit the site and go into Media > Press for all new articles and reviews.

*Note, the following interview was named one of the best of the year by the editor of Pivotal Rage. Go read it! (After you're done here)

Finally, when you've purchased twenty copies of Flight of the Phoenix from us, you can get the twenty-first at CD Baby.

Well, that's all for now. As usual, stay tuned for further updates and as always, BUY A CD!