August 2010 :: Recording "almost" complete.....
 The guys have finally emerged from the deepest darkest pits known to mere mortals as "the practice studio" and have finally begun recording the new material for the as yet untitled release at "Studio Lloydman". Recording began  on August 14th, with Matt Moore once again at the Engineering helm.  Work started with Lloyd laying down his drum parts through Saturday Sunday and Monday. Nat, Dean and Chris then travelled up Monday morning, with Chris recording his guitar tracks followed by Nat doing his bass tricks (which takes a lot less time than Chris) and Dean finally finishing off the session with his vocals.

However, recording won't actually finish until around October as Chris explained guitarist Andy's absence from the session - "...that slacker is on holiday/honeymoon as we speak and won't return from Spain until the end of August! Getting married, call that an excuse???!!! (Good luck mate, hope it all goes well). I think the plan at the minute is to record Andy mid October over a long weekend (assuming he can remember how to play after all that time off that is) and then its simply mixing and mastering to be done."

Errrr....Did you say "simply" Chris?.........
March 2010 :: New album details
 After quite a long spell writing Thirteenth Sign now have all tracks written for the new album. As before, this release will feature 9 songs, including a monster epic over 12 minutes long to round the whole thing off. Founding member and Guitarist, Chris Hubbard had this to say about the new albums; "The new songs generally are a lot heavier and darker than the first CD so hopefully this will appeal to the masses! We've played some new ones live already with some more coming up. Lloyd already has all the artwork/cover either already finished or sorted and knowing what he's doing and it all looks really cool. The next question is recording..."

As with so many "concrete" plans, recording has been delayed for a short while. The band were due to enter the studio at the end of this month to record with Paul Allander from Cradle Of Filth at the production helm. But alas, Cradles own recording schedule has had setbacks and the knock on affect has meant Thirteenth Sign have been shunted back into what Chris referred to as "recording oblivion".  Much as the band were keen to work with Paul, they are now looking at their original idea of recording the album themselves, with a sound-proof studio being frantically built at drummer Lloyd Stringers new gaff. Chris has stated "We're planning a test recording session for the weekend of April 17th, depending on how good or bad the results will determine whether we record and produce the album ourselves"
 
July 2009 :: Thirteenth Sign at DOA UK
 Thirteenth Sign will be appearing at the UK leg of Dean Owners of America Faction Party on August 8th 2009 at the Albany theatre in London. The band will be appearing alongside such other artists as Vinnie Moore (UFO) and drumming legend Carmine Appice, along with members of The Quireboys, Alestorm, Hexagon and Saxon. Check the DOA website here for further information and to book your ticket.
May 2009 :: Near Dark II Metal Mayhem Fest Cancelled
 Unfortunately, Steal Promotions have now cancelled Near Dark II until later in the year. The Queen Charlotte, where Thirteenth Sign were due to share a bill with Obsessive Compulsive, Killer Hunts, Carnal Rites and more, are no longer holding live gigs due to Noise Restrictions. Once we have details on a new date and venue, we'll let you know, so keep checking our Tour page
April 2009 :: Roland, Boss, Randall & Spector Endorsements
 The band recently have signed deals with a number companies to endorse and use their equipment. The band are now proud to use equipment by both Roland and Boss. Nat also has a deal with Spector Basses and Andy and Chris are very excited to be officially endorsed by Randall Amplification, joining the ranks of Arch Enemy's Micheal Amott and Metallica's Kirk Hammet. Andy and Chris will be exclusively using Randall gear for Live shows and Recording.
Feb 2009 :: Hammerfest 2009
 Thirteenth Sign are to play this years inaugural "Hammerfest" festival (run in association with Hard Rock Hell and Metal Hammer magazine). The boys have been  confirmed to appear on the Friday line-up along with bands such as Opeth, Hammerfall and Evile. The festival takes place on 24th & 25th April, at Pontins Holiday Village, Prestantyn in North Wales. Check out the Hammerfest Website for more info. Check our Tour section for other confirmed dates.
Jan 2009 :: Oracles of Armageddon: UK stocks finally arrive. Finally UK retailers are now carrying stocks of the debut album "Oracles of Armageddon" The album can now be purchased online from Play.com, Amazon.com, the Plastic Head records site amongst many other retailers.
Sept 2008 :: Official Release Date
 Oracles of Armageddon – OFFICIAL RELEASE DATE

November 10th has been confirmed for the release date of Oracles of Armageddon. The 9 track album weighs in at just over 50 minutes and will be available in the UK via Plastic Head Distribution click here to order your copy now.
Aug 2008 :: Video Shoot - In the Wake of Mourning

On the last weekend in August, Thirteenth Sign entered the Short Trees Studio to film the promo video for ‘In The Wake of Mourning’. The video will be released on October 24th. The video was filmed and directed by Kris Winser who is an up-and-coming director who has recently filmed major artists such as Roger Waters (Pink Floyd).  The editing is nearing completion and will be released with the album on October 24th 2008.

Click here to see some still images from the video clip.

Aug 2008 :: Ddrum - Axis - Silverfox :: Artist Details
Thirteenth Sign drummer, Lloyd has been testing gear all week and has now signed endorsment deals with Silverfox Drumsticks, Axis Percussion and Ddrum.

This is what he has to say about his new products:

'Firstly, thanks to all companies on board - all this new gear is simply awesome. The sticks are really well balanced and longlasting which makes them ideal for this kind of drumming. The Axis A Longboards that I am now using are a stroke of genius - they are very well engineered and allow much more precission for quick patterns - much more efficient than chain driven pedals too being direct drive. After testing various triggers, I am now using a combination of Ddrum pro triggers and ddrum redshot triggers. They are really responsive too which makes them easy to set up with my DM5. At some point in the not too distant future, my new Ddrum kit will be arriving too... I'm not giving anythign away at this point, but it's going to be pretty sick.....'

Aug 2008 :: Andy Gets His Wings
Lead guitarist and new recruit Andy has just got his wings. He is now a featured artist for Dean Guitars and will be exclusively using Dean Guitars for the up and coming gigs and recording of the follow up album to this years 'Oracles of Armageddon'.

After spending friday at Dean guitars UK headquarters Andy has chosen his new axe which will be used in the promo video for 'In the Wake of Mourning' which is being shot at the end of the month.

Stay tuned for photos and more info...

July 2008 :: Battle for Bloodstock
 Thirteenth Sign will be battling against 9 other up-and-coming UK metal bands for a spot at the now legendary Bloodstock Music Festval with Opeth, Helloween and Iced Earth!!!
The 'winner takes all' competition is being held on July 27th at The Red Lion in Gravesend, Kent and is an all day event with bands playing from all over the country.
This gig will be the first gig with Andy Berycz on lead guitar who replaced Sean earlier in the year. The 40 minute set will also include 3 scorching new tracks, as well as some old favourites.
Please come and lend support as all votes will count towards who plays at Bloodstock in August!
 
April 2008 :: Thirteenth Sign sign with Battlegod Productions
Thirteenth Sign are proud to announce that they have now signed to Battlegod Productions - Australias leading Metal record label.
'Oracles of Armageddon' - the bands debut album will have it's official release this autumn - either late September or early October. The album will be available world wide with distribution from Plastichead in the UK and Century Media in the USA. The full length album is made up of of 9 songs and includes the single (release date TBA) 'In The Wake of Mourning'.
The band will be working solid this year to promote the album and get back on the road before recording the follow up album next year- half of which has been written already.
Make sure you look out for the official release dates and reviews etc coming soon. This page will be updated along with the official website with tour dates in support of the album release.
 
March 2008 :: Thirteenth Sign announces new guitarist
 Thirteenth Sign are very pleased and excited to announce their new guitarist who will be taking over from Sean who left a few months ago.
Andy Berycz (ex Centurions Ghost) has joined the band and is currently getting up to speed with the new songs written for the follow up to the bands debut album. Andy worked with Lloyd, Dean and Chris in the band Carrion who acheieved a lot of local success. The boys are very excited about playing together again after almost 10 years and can't wait to get back out there for some live shows with the new line up and new material.
 
February 2008 :: Sean McGee Leaves Thirteenth Sign
For some of you this is old news but for those of you who are unaware, Sean has decided to part ways with Thirteenth Sign. Sean has been with the band for the past few years playing on the 2 Skeletal Embrace CD's and the full length Thirteenth Sign release 'Gateway to the Steps Below'. We're all still great friends and we wish Sean the best for the future.