Control Denied has signed with Hammerheart Records Worldwide. The band's sophmore album is tentatively titled When Machine And Man Collide. Chuck Shuldiner had this to say about the musical direction: "This album will NOT contain any guest rappers, 7-string guitars, baggy pants, or any other elements from so called Nu-Metal. Control Denied is not a side project. This album will crush those mis-conceptions completely! This is something for all true metal fans." A world-wide tour in support of the new album, (the bands first) will start in late spring/early summer. No definate release date has been set as of this writting.
Two years ago this month, on his birthday, Chuck Schuldiner, founder of Death
& Control Denied and forefather to an entire movement in Heavy Metal, was
diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. For the past two years, Chuck has
fought for his life, family and passion for music. Fans worldwide voiced
their concern and support and when possible tried to send donations to the
Schuldiner’s medical fund to assist in the payment of Chuck’s care. The
entire Schuldiner family is greatly appreciative for the continued generosity
and enthusiasm, however at this time have additional news to share with the
musical community.
At this very moment it is necessary for Chuck to have a very specific and
immediate surgical treatment which is being denied to him based on a lack of
funds. Chuck needs immediate surgery; in fact he is at home in Florida
awaiting the opportunity for a very delicate operation that his doctors
adamantly insist is crucial for his recovery. After having exhausted every
possible avenue, Chuck’s family and friends are reaching out to ask for your
assistance.
Did you know that unless you already have one foot inside death’s door that
many US government assistance programs are not available to you? Did you know
that in certain states a pre-existing medical condition can keep you from
obtaining any medical insurance whatsoever, leaving all medical expenses in
the lap of the sick and their families? Do you know how many people die of
cancer every year because there is not enough help or awareness provided to
them?
Chuck Schuldiner is no faceless stranger to any us. He has inspired more
bands than anyone could ever count. He has afforded a lot of us with the
opportunity to do what we love for a living. He has changed the face of metal
and effected so many lives forever…. Chuck Schuldiner is one of our own and
we need to help him now, more than ever.
In order to make this treatment possible, Hammerheart America, in conjunction
with labels, magazines, radio stations and bands worldwide, is organizing an
online auction of rare collectibles, autographed musical keepsakes and
custom-made instruments, straight out of the artist’s hands, amongst them one
of Chuck’s very own guitars and a Steve DiGiorgio custom bass. Every penny
raised goes into the medical fund set up by Chuck’s family. In addition,
anything donated as a gift to this fund is tax deductible. Anyone able to
spare even a few dollars would be helping us conquer a very serious obstacle.
Artists willing to donate something to this auction can email
auction@hammerheartamerica.com or call the office directly at (412) 390-4088.
Information on the auction can be found on the Hammerheart America webpage
at HammerHeart America
Anyone wishing to verify any information herein or obtain additional
information may contact Hammerheart America directly. If we all pull together
we CAN make a difference for not just one life but for millions…
Information on the "Charles Schuldiner Medical Fund" is as follows:
Washington Mutual Bank
500 East Alta Drive
Altamonte Springs, FL. 32701
Bank routing number: 321180748
Account number: 3513564696
Hammerheart America, PO Box 42323, Pittsburgh PA 15203
(412) 390-4088, info@hammerheartamerica.com
