PRIMAL FEAR bassist Mat Sinner has issued the following recap of his 2007:

"It’s the end of 2007 and we were on tour until Xmas. To be compared with 2006, the year 2007 will enter the books as a great one! The only early downer (the boot for Tom in PF) was re-energized with the wonderful comeback of Henny. New Religion was a monster of a production and I’ve learnt a lot new things again, not only on the musical part! It was great to hit the road again with SINNER and play a little tour including a gig with THIN LIZZY and a furious show at the Headbangers OA. The new deal with AFM Records was the final goal of a nice comeback.

The most exciting moment of the year was the release of the new Primal Fear album. With new partners all over the world, it was very unsure if we can match the numbers of our final Nuclear Blast album Seven Seals. Fair enough, we did! Well, the fans are very self-willed, especially in the metal scene. This is one of the main factors, why this scene is much alive and well against all odds. It was a huge satisfaction as our former (strange to say) A&R; Andy told me, that we’ve charted on Pos. 60 in Germany, followed some days later by more chart entries. And the album will be still released in the US on January 29th, 2008 – another important day!

The show at the ProgPower festival in Atlanta was an unforgettable event incl. the circumstances and the signing session. It was great to play the new songs on stage and Henny gave the band a new positive vibe. Even as Stefan couldn’t play with us Part 1+2 of the shows in Europe, we stuck together and Alex Beyrodt executed a fantastic performance every night! One of the most electrifying moments was the show in Bordeaux, as Henny had to fly home, because his baby was born at the night of the Barcelona show, we decided to play as a four piece for the first time in our history and the show unbelievable good! Japan was exciting as always with a unique organization, the best catering in the world and insane fans! The final 9 concerts took place in Germany and first of all, we have to say, we’re proud of the German fans for their loyalty and support. Every venue was packed! My personal highlights were the shows in Helsinki, Bergara, Bordeaux, Antwerp & Tokyo!

…… and who’s interested in the weird taste of Mat Sinner – here are the most played 5 Songs on my iPod:

1. SIXX A.M. - 'Van Nuys'

2. FUEL - 'Halos Of The Sun'

3. Dolores O’Riordan - 'Ordinary Day'

4. Keith Urban - 'Nobody Drinks Alone'

5. Heinz Strunk - 'Die Zugansage'

Top Music DVD 2007 - Sammy Hagar – Livin’ It Up In St. Louis

Top Movie of 2007 - I Am Legend

Top TV Show - Prison Break

The plans for some more concerts next year are in full swing and aside of all foreign concerts, we plan another handful of very special shows, regarding our 10 years anniversary. Stay tuned and have a great 2008, love, peace & rock'n roll."

Mat