Basically I am a huge Apocalyptica fan who is tired of no one in the US knowing who they are. Now, with a contract with Sony, and the new release of a Best of Album with 3 brand new tracks, I Would love to see them have a US Tour. This is the start of something big For Apcalyptica and all fans of theirs.
I hope you will join me in this quest to make Apocalyptica big everywhere they go. About Apocalyptica:
Apocalyptica was formed in 1996 when four cellists, Eicca Toppinen, Paavo Lötjönen, Max Lilja, and Antero Manninen gathered to play Metallica covers at the Teatro Heavy Metal Club. Among the audience was Kari Hynninen, who worked for the independent label Zen Garden Records. After listening to Apocalyptica's set, Kari Hynninen signed them on the spot to Zen Garden Records.
In 1996, Apocalyptica released their debut studio album, Plays Metallica by Four Cellos, which consisted solely of Metallica covers played ..os. In 1998, Apocalyptica released their second studio album, Inquisition Symphony, which was produced by Hiili Hiilesma. Inquisition Symphony once again contained covers of Metallica, but also contained covers of Faith No More, Sepultura, and Pantera. For this album the band also decided to include three original songs written by Eicca Toppinen.
Perttu Kivilaakso live 2003
Perttu Kivilaakso live 2003
In 1999, Antero Manninen left the group, and was replaced by Perttu Kivilaakso. In 2000, Apocalyptica released their third studio album, Cult, which now featured 10 original songs, and only 3 covers. In 2002, Max Lilja left the group and joined Hevein, leaving Apocalyptica with only three members.
In 2003, Apocalyptica released their fourth studio album, Reflections, which consisted for the first time of all original songs. Reflections featured a more experimental sound, instead of the previous acoustic style arrangements found on Inquisition Symphony and Cult. Dave Lombardo from Slayer played drums on five songs from Reflections.
In 2005, Apocalyptica released their fifth studio album, Apocalyptica, which featured a new member, Mikko Sirén playing drums. This album featured a number of guest musicians including Ville Valo of HIM, Lauri Ylönen, and once again Dave Lombardo.
Apocalyptica are currently working on their sixth studio album which is due for release in 2007
DISCOGRAPHY:
1996: Plays Metallica by Four Cellos
Track listing:
1. "Enter Sandman" (3:41)
2. "Master of Puppets" (7:17)
3. "Harvester of Sorrow" (6:15)
4. "The Unforgiven" (5:23)
5. "Sad But True" (4:48)
6. "Creeping Death" (5:08)
7. "Wherever I May Roam" (6:09)
8. "Welcome Home (Sanitarium)" (5:50)
1998: Inquisition Symphony
Track listing:
1. "Harmageddon"
2. "From Out of Nowhere" (from Faith No More's The Real Thing album)
3. "For Whom The Bell Tolls" (from Metallica's Ride the Lightning album)
4. "Nothing Else Matters" (from Metallica's Black Album)
5. "Refuse/Resist" (from Sepultura's Chaos A.D. album)
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I am going to be entering a performing Arts School for my freshman year in a month or two. I can't think of any place better than to advertise Apocalyptica there. Its just such a different community at that highschool. They don't listen to that new age crap like hip hop and stuff llke that. I think it might get pretty popular there.
You're welcome! I know they've been getting a lot of airplay on Q101 and WIRX lately which is great! I also make sure to call in for them too...I'm actually happy since I've been a fan of the band for a while now that they're getting airplay.
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