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News Round-Up: Epica, WT, Dimmu Borgir, Tarja and more


It's that time of year when a lot happens at once! Here is some of this week's news:


- Epica have announced some North American dates for the Design Your Universe 10th anniversary tour, following the recent announcement of the special gold edition re-release. The shows will take place in Montreal, LA and New York. You can find info and tickets here. The band also released a new lyric video for the epic song Kingdom of Heaven, which you can view below.


- Within Temptation pulled out of Byblos festival in Lebanon in solidarity with local band Mashrou' Leila, who were removed from the bill following threats of violence from religious groups. They also expressed concerns for bands' safety and security at the festival. You can read more here.


- Dimmu Borgir have announced a European tour with support from Amorphis and Wolves in the Throne Room. The tour includes a show in London on January 22nd. Info and tickets can be found here.

- Tarja released a new music video this week for the Blade Runner inspired song Tears In Rain. The video sees her taking up roller derby - check it out in the player below.


Tarja - Tears In Rain - Official Music Video

- Visions of Atlantis also have a new video out: this time for the song A Journey To Remember from upcoming album Wanderers.


Visions of Atlantis - A Journey To Remember - Official Music Video

 - Fantasy-themed power metallers Seven Kingdoms have opened a Kickstarter for their upcoming EP Empty Eyes after making the decision to distribute their own music. With a month to go the target is very nearly reached and stretch goals will fund further music videos. Check it out here.

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