Katagory V announce through their newsletter that they have just posted the demo-versions of three news songs from their upcoming 4th album Hymns Of Dissenion, which, they report, they are now 75% complete with the recording and are finalizing several details concerning the actual release.
"We are seeing light at the end of the tunnel!" comments bassist Dustin Mitchell, "We are now about 3/4 complete with recording. All the basic tracks (drums, bass, guitar rhythms) were recorded live over the course of the last three weeks. We are now recording vocals, guitar leads, and a few minor other parts. So far, the theory of recording live worked out far better than expected; what normally would take us four months only took three weeks! Not only that, the energy level is over the top, and the production and sound is huge! It looks like we'll keep this method of practice in the studio, It is more economical and sound, literally. Not to mention, this is the first time I can remember where we are actually having FUN making an album since we first formed the band. The overall moral and commitment within the band has been the best I can remember"
"Concerning the release date for the new album, we already know the target date that both the band and labels want, but we can't officially say what it is right now until we have things 100% finalized, but it will definitely be sometime this Fall. However, there are a few other details concerning the new album that we will make public in the next few weeks, such as the track listing details, the official release dates, as well as the artist creating the cover art for the album, so stay tuned!"
In the mean time, Katagory V have finally posted the demo versions of three new songs set to appear on the Hymns Of Dissension album! These three 30 second clips from the demo recordings are now avialable on the bands official wbsite for steaming and/or downloading here. A new poll has also been created on the homepage of the website as well, so be sure to vote for which clip is your favorite!
The band would also like to announce that discount tickets for the Vicious Rumors (March 31st) and Agent Steel (April 28th) shows that they will be co-headlining, are now available directly through www.Katagory5.com. If you buy your tickets via the merchandise page of the website, you will save $2.00 from the listed ticket price, get free shipping, and there is no service fee! This offer is only good up until one week prior to each show, so get your tickets early - Katagory V have mentioned that they will also be recording these shows live!
Another live date has been added to the shows section for the website - June 1st @ the Circuit, in Midvale, Utah. This one will be an all-ages show, the first one for the band in eight years! So, if you are under 21 and have wanted to see Katagory V live, this is your chance! More information on this show will be posted in the following weeks.
[Source: Katagory V newsletter]