Swedish "death 'n' roll" band THE GENERALS has signed a record deal with Metalcentral Records. The group's debut album, "Stand Up Straight", was recorded at Sunlight Studios with producer Tomas Skogsberg (ENTOMBED, THE HELLACOPTERS, DISMEMBER) and is tentatively scheduled for release in early November. The CD's cover artwork is being created by Kristian Wåhlin (BATHORY, KING DIAMOND, AT THE GATES).

An unmastered version of the song "Blessing in Disguise" — taken from the upcoming album — is available for streaming on the band's MySpace page.

THE GENERALS are:

Hedna (BRUTE) - Vocals/Bass
Rickard - Lead Guitar
Dick - Guitar/Vocals
MetalMartin (INVASION) - Drums