LOUDNESS To Release Four-Disc DVD Set Of Live Footage

June 12, 2008

Acording to CDJapan.co.jp, veteran Japanese metallers LOUDNESS will release a four-disc DVD compilation on August 6 featuring three DVDs with the best live footage recorded from the band's debut up through now (45 songs, subject to change),plus a bonus disc with unreleased live video, studio/TV live performances, and the music video for "Metal Mad" (see below) off the band's latest album. The exact track listing for the compilation has not yet been announced.

LOUDNESS drummer Munetaka Higuchi was hospitalized on April 7 and is currently undergoing treatment for liver cancer. "In order to receive treatment and fight this disease, he will be on sabbatical for the time being," singer Minoru Niihara said in a previous statement. "It was his strong desire to come out and tell all of you about his illness since he appreciates your love and support and believes he will prevail and come back to play again. We appreciate your understanding and support through this hard time."

LOUDNESS' latest album, "Metal Mad", was released in Japan on February 20 through Tokuma Communications. Release dates for other territories have not yet been announced.

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