APHELION (formerly MANDYLION), the Oslo, Norway-based group featuring former members of SACRALIS, OLD MAN'S CHILD, PECCATUM and DIMENSION F3H, have announced the addition of singer Cecile Langlie to the group's ranks. "We hope to start recording the new vocals [for the full-length debut] shortly and get the album out as soon as possible."

APHELION released two demos as MANDYLION and after a few member changes decided to start afresh in 2004 under their current moniker. The last MANDYLION demo was awarded "Demo of the Month" in Metal Hammer magazine and the band have re-recorded three of the demo tracks for their forthcoming debut album.

APHELION play atmospheric groove metal with influences from bands like TOOL, SEIGMEN, OPETH, PINK FLOYD and MY DYING BRIDE.

For more information, visit www.aphelion.no.