Greek melodic metal phenomenon FIREWIND, led by the young guitar sensation Gus G. (OZZY OSBOURNE) has returned with the new studio album, Days Of Defiance, which is easily their defining musical moment. The disc is set for an October 25th release in Europe, as well as an October 26th release in North America.

The promotional video clip for 'World On Fire' can be seen below.

Gus G., currently on tour in Europe with Ozzy Osbourne, comments on the video as follows: “The video for ‘World on Fire’ was shot entirely on green screen and I think this time Patric Ullaeus has outdone himself! The concept is based on the album cover artwork and it's something we're doing for the first time on a video of ours. There's a barbaric vibe to it, lots of fire, metal warriors and even a Valkyrie. We're very pleased with the final result and we believe this is our best video yet. Check it out and let the Firewind rage on!”

The clip was shot by acclaimed director Patric Ullaeus, who has worked with Firewind's visuals on the previous two albums.

The cover art for Days Of Defiance was designed by the band’s longtime partner in all design matters, Gustavo Sazes, and can be viewed below:

A special iTunes edition for Days Of Defiance will feature the exclusive new track, 'Riding On The Wind'.

Days Of Defiance tracklisting

'The Ark Of Lies'

'World On Fire'

'Chariot'

'Embrace The Sun'

'The Departure'

'Heading For The Dawn'

'Broken'

'Cold As Ice'

'Kill In The Name Of Love'

'SKG'

'Losing Faith'

'The Yearning'

'When All Is Said And Done'

'Riding On The Wind' (iTunes Exclusive)

Firewind have additionally announced a short string of North American shows in the light of the new album’s release as well as some more European dates in 2010. Tour dates include:

October

6 - Peace & Friendship Stadium - Athens, Greece (with SCORPIONS)

November

4 - Volume 11 - Raleigh, NC (with POWERGLOVE, THE ABSENCE)
5 - Jaxx - West Springfield, VA (with Powerglove, The Absence)
6 - The Gramercy - New York, NY (with Powerglove, The Absence)
7 - Les Foufounes Electriques - Montreal, QC (with Powerglove, The Absence)

December

19 – Mylos Apothiki - Thessaloniki, Greece

Firewind fans can now grab 'World On Fire' (from Days Of Defiance) and 'Head Up High' (from The Premonition) for Rock Band here. A preview of 'World On Fire' is available below.

As previously reported, Gus G.'s new instructional DVD, Lead & Rhythm Techniques, will be released via Rock House on October 17th.

According to a press release, Gus reveals the secrets that have propelled him into the guitar stratosphere and shows you how to incorporate them into your playing. Learn the natural minor and Phrygian major scales, patterns, scale sequences and full neck runs he uses to take control of the fret board to form soulful leads that rip into shred masterpieces. Learn diminished sweep and chromatic arpeggios, emotional bending techniques and how to create a minor 3rd harmony lead. Gus reveals the chords, voicings, syncopated, pivoting staccato, interval, and clean picked rhythms that form the foundation of his style. He analyses many of his Firewind leads and song structures complete with full band backing tracks that you can use the apply what you learn.

DVD includes:

- More than 40 lessons
- 46-page interactive tab book you print from DVD
- Free life-time web membership for online support
- Behind-the-scenes photos and video
- Interview, live performances and more
- iPod-ready video

Language: English

Length: 120 minutes

Zones: The DVD is zoned to play anywhere in the world

Gus G.'s Lead & Rhythm Techniques is available for pre-order at this location.