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Glacial Lake Agassiz, NoDak., Minnesota
United States

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Member Since11/27/2005
Influences

Rusty Steele
Vocals, Electronics
Rob Schmidt
Drums
Andrew Wallin
Guitar, Vocals
Matt Ricigliano
Guitar
Casey Loren
Bass
Ryan Cofer
Bass
Contributing Members:
Zander Ness
Høst
Erik Torkelson
Vernal Pool, Examinationofthe...
Dylan Desmond
Samothrace, Lethe




"As we search to find the truth behind the illusion, who created the human race, or biogenetic experiment, we look to those who came from the stars, ancient astronauts, creational gods, for our answers. All is theory, virtual reality, consciousness, and for the most part not provable, subject to the interpretation of the researcher or experiencer."

Cosmic Intervention, Lost and Forbidden Knowledge, Ancient Wisdom, Creational Theory, the Shaping of Man, World Mysteries and their relation to the modern World, Graham Hancock, John Anthony West, Zecharia Sitchin, Erich von Däniken, World Music, Traditional Arabic and Middle Eastern Music, Death Metal, Mid 90's screamo, Slow builds, Cathartic Art, Phillip Glass, Simon Shaheen


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"Thresholds of Imbalance"
Debut Full Length, 2009
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"Entourage of the Archaic"
1-Side 12" Hand Screened, 2009
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"Entourage of the Archaic"
CDEP Clear Fan Disc, 2007
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"Stained with the Blood of an Empire"
4 Song EP, 2006
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"Stained with the Blood of an Empire"
Limited 12" | 2007
Order LP Here
Record LabelTRANSLATION LOSS RECORDS, INIT REC., SHG
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Nov 13 2009 5:00P
"Bring it Together" Fest Bismarck, North Dakota
Nov 14 2009 8:00P
Red Raven Fargo, North Dakota
Nov 15 2009 8:00P
Triple Rock Social Club Minneapolis, Minnesota
Nov 29 2009 8:00P
The Aquarium w/ Dark Castle Fargo))), North Dakota
Jan 15 2010 8:00P
The Ox Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Jan 16 2010 8:00P
Info Coming Soon Richmond, Virginia
Jan 16 2010 8:00P
Strange Matter Richmond, Virginia
Jan 17 2010 8:00P
Legitimate Business Greensboro, North Carolina
Jan 18 2010 8:00P
Blue Nile w/ Gifts from Enola Harrisonburgh, Virginia
Jan 20 2010 8:00P
Firehouse 13 Providence, Rhode Island
Jan 22 2010 7:00P
Union Pool w/ Tombs Brooklyn, New York
Jan 23 2010 8:00P
O’Brien’s Alston, Massachusetts
Jan 24 2010 6:00P
The Haunt Ithaca, New York
Jan 25 2010 8:00P
Now That’s Class Cleveland, Ohio

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Reviews for "Thresholds of Imbalance"

"It is often easy to get into an argument with a fellow friend about the genre classification of a band, especially if you are arguing about an artist that could fall under doom, sludge, or post-metal. If you find yourself sick of arguing with your friends, Minnesota/North Dakota outfit Battlefields may be right up your alley. Mixing the slow and methodical pace of doom, the thickness of sludge and the ambience of post-metal, their Translation Loss debut Thresholds of Imbalance is a huge three-headed beast that is bound to impress even the most casual metal listeners.

That said, its impact won’t be felt immediately. With three tracks trudging past the ten-minute mark, patience will be key – especially in a song like “The Thresholds” which beautifully builds up into a heavy climax in the midst of its thirteen-minute running time only to slowly digress into ambience once again. Throughout the nine tracks on the album – three of which are two-minute long transition tracks, which are some of the heaviest on the album – it is evident that the dudes that make up Battlefields focus heavily on songwriting and developing ideas rather than shredding their instruments into oblivion.

It is easy to write Battlefields off as another band joining the newly created Neurisis genre (for those of you who don’t know, it is the horde of bands that are heavily influenced by Neurosis and Isis). While their sound never fully emulates either band, their large sonic landscapes and aggressive vocals will immediately draw comparisons for many listeners. In fact, Battlefields’ well-balanced mix of doom, sludge, and post-metal put them up with some of the best bands of this style. Bands like Rosetta and Mouth of Architects need to watch their backs.

For those with A.D.D., be warned, you will fucking hate this band. For the few that don’t have it, I advise you to go to bed a bit early tonight and throw on Thresholds of Imbalance - preferably with some kick-ass headphones – and enjoy the doooooooom."
[DecoyMusic.com 4/5 Stars]

“it won’t be long before sludge and doom metal fans will be all over this”
[Lambgoat.com]

“it’s in fact a brillant album that sees Battlefields fully unflur their sound to its potential and should see them mentioned in the genre’s elite”
[TeethoftheDevine.com]

““Thresholds Of Imbalance” proves that you don't have to play music at a frantic pace to create something epic. Battlefields is a one and a million band that has surpassed Isis, to become the next great underground band.”
[Hardcoresounds.com]

“this is one of the priemere metal bands from this region: if you are a metal fan and live within 20 miles of Fargo or Minneapolis, consider yourself ashamed to not know this band after Thresholds. And truthfully any doom metal fan in the nation should definitely check out this album this year if you consider yourself a fan of the genre. With Thresholds of Imbalance Battlefields hit all their marks, from sick riffage to devistating vocal combination to the brilliantly colored soundscapes.”
[Mind Inversion]

"Bands that work their music in layers and strive for atmosphere usually opt for gloss and symmetrical sounds. Not Battlefields, who keep it organic and make music that’s not about destination but about getting places"
[Deadsparrow.com]

"The songs range from brief instrumental interludes to a handful of ten-plus minute epics. The band utilizes dual vocals, one a scream and the other a deep bark, to help further expand upon the chaotic vibe present throughout the album. Battlefields holds back on their aggressive side, building up to the moments where the floodgates of hell descend upon the listener"
[Heavymetal.about.com]

"Folks, the bottom line here is this is one hell of a band! They have a fantastic grasp of the unusual, and simply create wonderfully entertaining ambience filled music. And this will be on many best albums of the year listings for 2009 before its all said and done. This is a must buy for anyone that really appreciates creative metal music." [HardRockHaven.com]

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charliehippo

charliehippo



Nov 12 2009 6:13 AM

the hippo has come to rock...

so rock on my brothers and sisters...

(new songs up)

word.
Paul

Paul
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Nov 11 2009 8:46 PM

i'll be on that plane tom .........if i win the lotto 2nite!!!!!
Red Handed Productions

Red Handed Productions



Nov 10 2009 6:43 PM

THIS FRIDAY, NOV 13, SLASHER FEST!!! 11 OF HARDCORE BANDS, $8. MUSIC AT 5 SHARP @ THE BEAT
(1414 W. 28th St, Minneapolis, MN‎ - (612) 710-3992‎)

DON'T MISS ONE OF THE BIGGEST DIY HARDCORE SHOWS OF THE YEAR!!!



(this is not the lineup, be there early so you can see every band)
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NOEXIST http://www.myspace.com/nonexistanthc
canyons (download RUFUS EP!)

canyons (download RUFUS EP!)



Nov 7 2009 12:05 PM


bumpin them fools like this
 
Free Missouri Hardcore
yup
THRONE RECORDS

THRONE RECORDS



Nov 4 2009 3:26 PM





THE CRINN (OMG LIKE BISMARK NOV. 13TH)

THE CRINN (OMG LIKE BISMARK NOV. 13TH)



Nov 3 2009 1:49 PM

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He Of The House Media

He Of The House Media



Nov 2 2009 8:47 PM

Out now on He Of The House Media

HOTHCOMP001
We'll Leave the Lights On


He Of The House's very first (of many) compilation. Nineteen tracks from twenty artists, the end result of which is possibly one of the most diverse compilations I've ever heard. From soft spoken acoustic folk to raving, churning dirge tunes; from a noisy, industrial cover of a Sonic Youth song to oldschool punk from when it was still raw, fast, and unforgiving. Powerviolence peppers the grounds where spooked whispers whinny along, and the caustic words of a madman festering in his own mind play out over perpetually plucked guitar strings. A true honour it is to work with these amazing artists, and I do hope we can keep them coming back for years.

Featuring: Zombie Battle Axe, xHaroldShitmanx, Kro & Jason "EVIL" Covelli, Nemesism, Ginny Greenteeth, Don't Move, Spiral Vertigo, Chachi On Acid, Mike Bruno, Autopia, Dead Kid Harvester, Jason "EVIL" Covelli, Karmakumulator, Chelsea Wolfe, RedSK vs. teh soup rebellion, Torturing Nurse, Sleepers, Flea McGruff

Housed in handmade & handpainted paper jackets with individually original black tissue cutouts, enclosed with a button. Featuring full page insert artwork by Jason "EVIL" Covelli and a blurb about each band/artist from myself.
Limited to 45 handnumbered copies.

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Thank you
Syren

Syren



Nov 1 2009 11:24 AM

Hello from Brazil and thanks for your friendship !
I wish you good luck !tell all your crazy friends about Syren band .
Thanx for your support, I hope we can visit your city to play and drink with you, as soon as possible !
You are a great metal fan, like me..lol
Get a beer and listen our new song... lol
Keep in touch..
MMEEETTAAALLLL...


Syren

Syren



Oct 31 2009 3:02 AM

Hello from Brazil and thanks for your friendship !
I wish you good luck !tell all your crazy friends about Syren band .
Thanx for your support, I hope we can visit your city to play and drink with you, as soon as possible !
You are a great metal fan, like me..lol
Get a beer and listen our new song... lol
Keep in touch..
MMEEETTAAALLLL...


Syren

Syren



Oct 28 2009 11:53 PM

Hello from Brazil and thanks for your friendship !
I wish you good luck !tell all your crazy friends about Syren band .
Thanx for your support, I hope we can visit your city to play and drink with you, as soon as possible !
You are a great metal fan, like me..lol
Get a beer and listen our new song... lol
Keep in touch..
MMEEETTAAALLLL...


Paul

Paul
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Oct 28 2009 11:55 AM

GREAT TO READ YOUR COMING TO THE UK,
   AND PLAYING WITH MANATEES
     CAN'T WAIT.WHEN WILL THE DATES BE UP??????
Po (-) (new song uploaded)

Po (-)   (new song uploaded)



Oct 25 2009 9:46 PM

Hi,
We uploaded a new song called We Dance
Check it out
Paul

Paul
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Oct 24 2009 5:07 PM

Hope Your Having A Fucked Up Weekend Dudes!!!!!
Rise Of The Empire (rip)

Rise Of The Empire (rip)



Oct 21 2009 1:09 AM

Julien

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Oct 19 2009 9:13 PM


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9 Feet Of Fury (Mandan, ND, Nov. 13th!)

9 Feet Of Fury (Mandan, ND, Nov. 13th!)



Oct 15 2009 10:07 PM


Back Stabbath [RI]

Back Stabbath [RI]



Oct 15 2009 2:27 AM

oh just chillin out, maxin, relaxin and cool,. shootin some b-ball outside of the school.

im working on your providence, date, do you still need it?

if you have a couple days open in the northeast, id love to play a few shows with you guys!

-kylewilliam
Sleeping in Gethsemane (Check out our new shows))

Sleeping in Gethsemane (Check out our new shows))



Oct 8 2009 5:49 AM

Come one, Come all.  It shall be a party!

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The Season (Congratulations on itunes!)

The Season (Congratulations on itunes!)



Oct 7 2009 3:24 AM

how are you doing??? is it getting cold there like it is here??
EMPIRES

EMPIRES



Oct 5 2009 8:55 PM

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Maniyax Records

Maniyax Records



Oct 5 2009 7:17 PM

thanks a lot for the add!

maniyax records
Mr. Moorhead

Jordan Doerr



Oct 5 2009 2:32 AM

that's cool! hey, Titanic is on TV right now and it made me think of an interesting question... if Battlefields happened to be the band on the Titanic, what would you play as your last song before the ship sinks into the ocean? It doesn't have to be a Battlefields song

(or would you all be a bunch of pussies and hop into a life boat? haha)

Lananaroux Le Fou

Lananaroux Le Fou



Oct 2 2009 4:53 AM

Why oh why would you go from South Dakota, to Minnesota, then way out east without stopping in good old Madison, WI first?
LOOM

LOOM



Oct 1 2009 7:21 PM

deal. two weeks, midwest, late spring.
xARABx

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Oct 1 2009 4:53 AM

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