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Ailing Meshuggah Frontman Jens Kidman Returns for New York Show

Nuclear Blast Records Meshuggah were back at full strength Friday night (Feb. 15) in New York, even if frontman Jens Kidman was still a bit under the weather. The vocalist has been suffering from the flu and recently had to miss a couple of the band’s shows , but he triumphantly returned for the New York performance. Though Meshuggah’s voice was conspicuously absent over the past week, the band was not. The group got through their scheduled performances placing a cardboard cutout of Kidman on the stage and requesting that the audience members provide the singing for the evening while the band delivered their usual pummeling passion during the sets. Following his return to the stage Friday night, Kidman took to Facebook and posted the following message: New York! Thanks to all of you for the amazing support tonight. It has truly been some rough days for me, but I refuse to let you guys down. You rule and you never disappoint!! Hats off, /Jens Meshuggah’s Marten Hagstrom admitted that playing without Kidman was a unique experience. Speaking to the Village Voice , he explained, “The way it sounds is not that different … but it’s more the way you feel walking up onstage, not seeing the entire band, because we’ve never done this before. You’re used to being that five-piece unit, walking up and doing this together. But there’s no use in complaining about it. The only thing we can do is try to make the most out of it. We’ve travelled over here now. A lot of places we play on this tour we haven’t really played for a long time, so canceling is not an option.” It’s expected that Kidman will be able to continue with the band after returning to the stage Friday. The group’s remaining dates on the trek can be seen here . [button href=”http://loudwire.com/decibel-magazine-tour-2013-must-see-metal-concerts/” title=”Next: Check Out Other 2013 Must-See Metal Concerts” align=”center”]

Daily Reload: Avenged Sevenfold, All That Remains + More

Warner Bros. – Avenged Sevenfold ‘s M. Shadows says the band’s next album has a “Sabbath / Zeppelin” feel while revealing the timetable for its release. [ Loudwire ] – All That Remains ‘ Mike Martin discusses the ‘A War You Cannot Win’ album, while the band offers up a militaristic theme for their new ‘ Stand Up ‘ video. [ Loudwire ] – Linkin Park have announced their #GivingTuesday clean energy promotion, plus they add an award to their trophy case. [ Loudwire ] – Wendy Dio says early detection appears to have been key in Tony Iommi ‘s cancer recovery. [ Loudwire ] – James Iha says “never say never” when it comes to reunion talk with the Smashing Pumpkins . [ Loudwire ] – Catch footage of Metallica performing ‘And Justice for All’ in Mexico City. [ Ultimate Metallica ] – Bad Brains have dedicated their new album, ‘Into the Future,’ to late Beastie Boys MC Adam Yauch . [ Diffuser.fm ] – Aerosmith have denied rumors of any internal strife on their ‘Global Warming’ tour. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Bon Jovi have revealed the dates for their 2013 North American tour. [ Ultimate Classic Rock ] – Porcupine Tree have served up a new two-disc live album called ‘Octane Twisted.’ [ Rock Music Report ]

Win an Ill Nino ‘Epidemia’ Prize Pack!

Victory Records Ill Nino are back and rocking as loud as ever with their latest album ‘Epidemia,’ and we’re happy to team with the band to offer you the chance to win an Ill Nino prize package. It consists of an autographed ‘Epidemia’ CD, an Ill Nino t-shirt, a bandana and a poster featuring the band members. Singer Cristian Machado recently told Loudwire about the disc, “The recording of ‘Epidemia’ was definitely an amazing experience. We’ve set the bar higher than ever before. I truly believe this record is one of Ill Niño’s best efforts. I really can’t wait for our fans to hear the new record. I know it will connect with many of them on a new level. I can definitely say it’s going to be a crusher but will not lack any of the beauty and passion that appears on our early records.” Machado recently stated that this was the time for the band to redefine Latin metal, while the band’s drummer Dave Chavarri spoke about how they dove deeper into Latin and tribal rhythms on this release. The group is off to a solid start with the single ‘La Epidemia’ and the new video for the track. The ‘Epidemia’ album is out now and can be purchased through Victory Records or iTunes online. But you can also possibly win the Ill Nino ‘Epidemia’ prize pack. All you need to do is simply enter your details in the contest box below: Ill Nino ‘Epidemia’ Prize Pack Enter your e-mail address and t-shirt size for a chance to win an autographed ‘Epidemia’ CD, an Ill Nino t-shirt, a bandana and a poster featuring the band members. Contest ends Dec. 2, 2012. Click here for official rules . By entering this contest, you will receive email newsletters from Loudwire and be added to the Ill Nino mailing list. You may unsubscribe at any time. Email T-Shirt Size