Australian metallers PAINDIVISION have been hard at work writing and preparing for their new album. The working title is One Path, and the album is scheduled for a September release.

Says the band, "The Japanese tour really developed a darker and more brutal musical leaning within the band. The title One Path relates to the fact that there is only one path a man can walk in life. Some choose weakness, others choose honour and strength. While it's possible to change the direction one moves down the path of life, the legacy of the past remains within. Included in the package of this album will be a two hour DVD covering the Japanese tour, making of the album documentary and brief history of the band. As well, the bonus track will be a cover of the metal classic by ACCEPT, 'Balls To The Wall'.

Recently we saw the departure of long time keyboard player Ray Martens, and we have been presented a heavier, guitar driven direction that we are moving on. Some songs already completed for the upcoming album include the epic album intro 'The Gates Of Ashens Wake'. Influenced by the depth and brutality of Japanese Samurai, the intro portrays the warriors decent into hell and warfare. The song 'Waysted' is a galloping smack to the jaw and a definite mosh pit anthem.

We are also excited to be documenting the writing and recording process with film maker Steven Rangott to release either with the album or we will add it as an extra download on the new website.

The last six months have been busy, with the band joining HELLOWEEN on their recent tour and guitarist Stu Marshall signed as national endorsee and clinician for ESP guitars alongside shred legend Brett Garsed. Stu will be conducting a bunch of shred clinics across the country for ESP guitars / Randall amplification.

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