Ethan Miller / Theo Wargo, Getty Images The transition is now complete, with former Anthrax guitarist Rob Caggiano performing his first show with Volbeat earlier this week. The rocker took the stage alongside his new Volbeat bandmates during a gig at Store Vega in Copenhagen, Denmark Tuesday (Feb. 19) night. Caggiano recently left his post as guitarist for Anthrax, surprising many in the process. The musician, who has really seen his production career take off in recent years, alluded to the fact that he was up for more musical challenges upon his departure from Anthrax. The first major producing job revealed upon his exit was taking the reins on Volbeat’s upcoming disc, ‘ Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies .’ However, as the recording process continued on the album, the guitarist received an invite from Volbeat to join their band and he accepted. Caggiano stated, “I came to Denmark to produce the new Volbeat record, which in and of itself has been an incredibly exciting adventure from a producer’s perspective. However, I’m extremely happy to say my relationship with these guys will not end there as it turns out … it’s just the beginning.” The guitarist also cited how inspired he was to “be creative again on a songwriting level,” and added, “Words can’t even describe it and the vibe between Anders, Jon and Michel and I is just awesome.” Volbeat’s ‘Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies’ album arrives April 9, and they’ll return to North America for a headlining tour with Danko Jones beginning March 9 in Dallas. Footage of Caggiano performing ‘Sad Man’s Tongue’ with Volbeat can be seen below. Watch Rob Caggiano Performing With Volbeat on ‘Sad Man’s Tongue’ [button href=”http://loudwire.com/volbeat-debut-new-material-2013-danish-tour/” title=”Next: Volbeat Debuting New Material During Danish Tour” align=”center”]
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Volbeat Prep New Album Produced by Former Anthrax Guitarist Rob Caggiano
Mary Ouellette, SheWillShootYou.com Former Anthrax guitarist Rob Caggiano hasn’t wasted any time whatsoever with his recent decision to leave the band and dedicate his career to production. In fact, Caggiano has entered the studio with Danish rockers Volbeat to twiddle the knobs on their fifth studio album, which is titled ‘Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies’ and due this spring. “We’re back in the studio, this time breaking some of our old habits and this sometimes means leaving our comfort zone,” reveals Volbeat frontman Michael Poulsen. “We are recording in a new environment, producing with a new set up breaking new sonic ground and it’s exciting! Together with our long time collaborator Jacob Hansen we also have the honor of having producer Rob Caggiano on board in the producer’s seat. Expect lots of surprises and some of our most rocking heavy songs to date. We feel more than ever that we are taking the Volbeat sound to another level without changing what we’re all about. Can’t wait for it to get out there!” Caggiano shocked the metal world two weeks ago when he announced his departure from Anthrax, but his producing resume includes work with Anthrax, Bleeding Through and the Damned Things among others, Volbeat’s ‘Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies’ will be the follow-up to their 2010 album ‘Beyond Hell / Above Heaven,’ which yielded the chart-topper ‘A Warrior’s Call’ and the current hit ‘ Heaven Nor Hell.’ Volbeat will visit North America once again for a comprehensive tour with Danko Jones beginning in Dallas on March 6 and concluding in Philadelphia on April 11. Click below to see their full itineraryL [button href=”http://loudwire.com/volbeat-2013-north-american-tour-with-danko-jones/” title=”Volbeat 2013 North American Tour Dates” align=”center”]
Avenged Sevenfold vs. Volbeat – Cage Match
Photos: Warner / Erik Weis Avenged Sevenfold beat out Marilyn Manson in the last Cage Match, but will they be able to beat today’s competition? Danish band Volbeat heat up the Cage Match with their brand new single ‘Heaven Nor Hell’ off of their latest album ‘Beyond Hell / Above Heaven.’ Volbeat have had a busy year in support of the new album such as playing Wacken Open Air 2012 and being a part of this year’s Gigantour along with Motorhead, Megadeth and Lacuna Coil. So will Avenged Sevenfold continue to ‘Carry On’ with another win or will Volbeat get a victory here on earth with ‘Heaven Nor Hell.’ (This Cage Match will run until Monday, Oct. 1, at 8AM ET. Fans can vote once per hour! So come back and vote often to make sure your favorite song wins!) Avenged Sevenfold, ‘Carry On’ Volbeat, ‘Heaven Nor Hell’ ? Sorry, you need to have javascript running to see this poll. ? Email Me When Cage Match Winners Are Announced Enter your email address below to receive the Loudwire newsletter, which will include notification of the daily winner of the Cage Match, as well as our top stories of the day. Email Rules of Cage Match: Fans can vote once per hour for their favorite song. If a song remains the reigning champ for five straight cage matches, it is retired to the Loudwire Cage Match Hall of Fame. With so many great songs out there, we have to give other bands a chance!