New Members, New Songs, New Album...
February 21st, 2010

Currently Chris “Mordrid” Hathcock (Wehrwolfe, Torture Cell) is currently writing and preparing the next installment of his artistic and highly emotionally driven project The Reticent.

“As I write this, I must confess my giddiness with the way the songs are shaping up for the next album. Having put the finishing touches on a piece called "Mutually Assured Destruction", I must confess it is my favorite of anything I've written up to this point. The Reticent.”

The Reticent plans to enter the studio in the near coming months to begin recording on the not yet titled follow up to the critically acclaimed 2008 ‘Amor Mortem Mei Erit’ released on Heaven and Hell Records. The new material promises to show a further progression to an already beautiful soundscape created with the previous two releases.“It is with eagerness and impatience that I await the chance to return to the studio and to the stage," says Hathcock.

Joining Mordrid for The Reticent’s powerfully moving live performances are two new permanent live members - Juston Green and Chris Mullins. Juston already having established himself as the long time front man of now disbanded metal outfit Crucible of the Damned and Chris coming from a refined music education and having played in such indie groups as Arms Over Avalon. For those familiar with Mordrid’s other musical endeavors will recognize newly added guitarist Chris Barker as the founder of Interstellar Overdrive. Chris will be sure to bring a unique sound and presence to The Reticent. These additions will add an entire new dimension to The Reticent's live performances; making a richer and deeper yet more energetic sound than has been experienced prior.

“As I have gone through several changes in outlook, approach, and philosophy the new music will represent a broader range and deeper content than I have offered before. I hope that all of you will share in my excitement for the new album, material, and live show.”

2010 will see a rejuvenated and more defined offering that is sure to please loyal fans and those to come into the melancholy world of The Reticent.

*ADDITIONAL UPDATE: Chris ‘Mordrid’ Hathcock’s former Wehrwolfe band mate and metal mainstay Acheron Art Taylor will be doing some guest soloing on the forthcoming album.



R.I.P. Anthony "Tony" Taylor
February 6th, 2010

On Saturday Feb, 6th 2010 former Twisted Tower Dire vocalist Anthony ‘Tony’ Taylor passed away due to a motorcycle accident.

I did not personally know Tony only having met him on a couple of occasions. In those couple of meetings he came across as a very nice guy with a lot of heart for what he did. These thoughts are shared throughout the metal community by all those he reached with his music. He was a great singer and songwriter and though his body of work was cut short what he left behind is strong and pure and will be remembered. Tony achieved what few can and he reached people around the world.

With axes and honor, hails in remembrance. May the halls of Valhalla echo with your song.

Our condolences from all here at Heaven and Hell Records go out to the family, friends and fans worldwide.

Sincerely,
Jeremy Golden



Hellrazor to enter studio
November 24th, 2009

Hellrazor are due to go into the studio by the year's end to record the follow up to 2009's 'In the Wild.' More information to follow



Heaven and Hell Records New Releases are Now Available
November 15th, 2009

After dealing with multiple pressing plant issues, our new releases are finally in stock and available! Check out:
Witches Mark 'A Grim Apparition' EP
Seventh Calling 'Prelude to Madness' EP
Natu Sabverata 'Existing to Ensure Your Destruction'




New SOUNDS OF PURGATORY Online Store
August 3rd, 2009

Check out the all new Sounds of Purgatory webstore at www.soundsofpurgatory.com. The new stores features thousands of items, secure online payment through PayPal, advanced search functions, and more! Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter to receive news, deals and exclusive discounts!




Heaven and Hell Records At Pathfinder Metalfest
July 23rd, 2009

Heaven and Hell Records/Sounds of Purgatory will be at the Pathfinder Metalfest in Atlanta, Georgia on October 23rd and 24th at The Local (click below for more info.) Come hang out with us and listen to some great bands, including: Twisted Tower Dire, Ravage, Aska, Hallows Eve, and more!




SIRENS OF TITAN Festival Date
May 12th, 2009

Sirens of Titan will be playing the Flight of the Valkyries festival in St. Paul, Minnesota on June 27, 2009. The festival focuses around all-female and female-fronted metal bands. A breath of fresh air with their sound and approach, as well as a standout of female fronted bands surrounded by Little Mermaid or Cookie Monster vocals. S.O.T. are certainly a well added addition. This will be Sirens second appearance on the festival.




THE RETICENT Mainman Joins Interstellar Overdrive
April 29th, 2009

Chris 'Mordrid' Hathcock better known as The Reticent has recently joined new band Interstellar Overdrive. Mordrid brings an intense and emotional element to the band that fans of The Reticent have come to expect from the talent singer/song writer and all around Renaissance man.

With no intention to stop and put away The Reticent, Interstellar offers another outlet for the musician’s artistry going event further into progressive areas.

To check out Interstellar Overdrive go to: www.myspace.com/interstellar0verdrive


TWISTED TOWER DIRE to Headline Warriors of Metal 2
April 25th, 2009

Legendary U.S. traditional metallers Twisted Tower Dire are set to headline this year’s ‘Warriors of Metal Festival II’ on June 6th in Waverly, Ohio.

The band recently saw their first two classic albums; ‘The Curse of Twisted Tower Dire’ and ‘The Isle of Hydra’ re-issued in limited edition collector sets. And they have also been busy recording new material to unleash soon.

The band is honored to be playing “Warriors of Metal II’ and look forward to a great time to be had by all. For the glory of metal…HAILS!!!

Twisted Tower Dire
www.myspace.com/twistedtowerdire

Warriors of Metal II Festival
www.myspace.com/womfest




HELLRAZOR to Play Warriors of Metal 2
April 25, 2009

Heaven and Hell Records’ Hellrazor have been confirmed to play the second installment of ‘Warriors of Metal Festival’ taking place the weekend of June 5th & 6th of this year in Waverly, OH.

Hellrazor’s name has been growing louder throughout the heavy metal underground with no signs of being silenced. Their performance at the festival is sure to hit audiences like a ton of bricks.

To checkout Hellrazor go to:
www.myspace.com/hellrazornc

Warriors of Metal II Festival
www.myspace.com/womfest


HELLRAZOR - "The Pawn" Music Video
March 13th, 2009




TWISTED TOWER Re-Issues On Sale Now!
February 17th, 2009
The re-issues of The Curse of Twisted Tower and The Isle of Hyrda are now on sale in both our online store and via Sounds of Purgatory. The ultimate-fan packs with the shirts are now sold out! but you can still get a commemorative TTD patch and laminate if you buy both albums at once.

In related news, Twisted Tower Dire are now putting the finishing touches on their new album. More details as they are available!


SIRENS OF TITAN Add Festival Date
February 17th, 2009
Sirens of Titan will be playing home-town favorites when they play the Flight of the Valkyries festival in St. Paul, Minnesota on June 27, 2009. The festival focuses around all-female and female-fronted metal bands.


Twisted Tower Dire Re-Release Ad
February 4th, 2009


Heaven And Hell Records TTD Ad from All Aces Media on Vimeo.

Wayne Mitzen, who remixed and remastered "The Curse of..." for the new Heaven & Hell Records CD reissue, has put up a site about the differences between the original version and the new re-issue (w/ comparison mp3s) and his process for putting it all together.

Click here to check it out



The Reticent 'Lonely Hearts Tour' gets underway
February 1st, 2009

Catch THE RETICENT at the following venues:

Feb 6: Medusa’s Greenville, South Carolina
Feb 20: Jack Sprat Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Feb 21: Volume 11 Tavern Raleigh, North Carolina
Feb 28: Solaris Greensboro, North Carolina
March 13: Charlotte’s Underground Charlotte, North Carolina



TWISTED TOWER DIRE Ultimate Fan Packages SOLD OUT!
February 1st, 2009

The "Ultimate Fan Package" offered exclusively to those who pre-order the Twisted Tower Dire re-issues from H Records sold out in less then 24 hours. The second package deal is still available for pre-order, but they are going quickly.



Fan package deal offered for first 100 presales.



Hellrazor Writing In Down Time
February 1at, 2009

As guitarist Charley Shackelford (Hellrazor / Daylight Dies) is out on tour with Daylight Dies supporting Soilwork Hellrazor are taking the month of Febuarary to focus on writing new material.

Look for Hellrazor to appear on the Metal Maniocs sampler CD in this months issue hitting stands Jan. 27th



Welcome to the new Heaven and Hell Records.com
January 1, 2009

We would like to introduce you all to the new Heaven and Hell Records website and The Sounds of Purgatory distribution/mail order. Through 2009 we hope to continue to build our congregation here at H Records and offer plenty of rock and metal through the updated distro. Updates will continue throughout the year so stay please tuned.



TWISTED TOWER DIRE Re-Issues Set For February 17th
January 1st, 2009

Heaven and Hell Records will be releasing re-issues of the first two Twisted Tower Dire albums, "The Curse of Twisted Tower" and "Isle of Hydra". Both will be a limited 1,000 press 2-disc set. Each will include a ton of bonus material from the beginning of the band’s career up through the time of each album’s original release date. Including material never before released on CD.



Pre-order your now, these are limited. Fan package deal offered for first 100 presales.



Hellrazor ‘In the Wild’ CD Giveaway
January 1st, 2009


Click For Details



Praetorius to Headline NC Metalfest
January 1st, 2009

H&H Records’ Praetorius will headline NC Metalfest Jan. 2nd at the Lincoln Theatre in Raleigh, NC. Also on the bill Twisted Tower Dire. For more details visit: http://www.lincolntheatre



H&H Records at Record and CD show
January 1st, 2009

Heaven and Hell Records and The Sounds of Purgatory distro will be at the Show Logic Productions CD and Record Shows in Greensboro and Raleigh Jan. 3rd & 4th. For details visit:

http://www.myspace.com/showlogicproductions

Also look for us to be vendors at NC Metalfest Jan. 3rd at Thew Licoln Theatre in Raleigh, NC.



The Reticent plays out through February
January 1st, 2009

Throughout the month of February The Reticent will be performing several shows across North Carolina. Visit: http://www.myspace.com/thereticent for dates.

Natu Sabverata
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Existing To Ensure Your Destruction(2009)

 

Seventh Calling
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Prelude To Madness(2009)

 

 

Witches Mark
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A Grim Apparition(2009)



Praetorius
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Taste Death
(2008)


SEVENTH CALLING

Seventh Calling's New Video for 'Blood of the Divine'