Drummer John Tempesta (ex-White Zombie, Testament, Exodus, Helmet) and the Cult recently entered the studio to begin pre-production on the group\'s first album since 2001\'s \"Beyond Good and Evil\". A fall release is expected. Also planned for release is a dvd of the band\'s November 13, 2006 concert at Irving Plaza in New York City, tentatively due in April.
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Besides John Tempesta The Cult\'s current touring lineup is completed by principals Ian Astbury (vocals) and Billy Duffy (guitar) alongside bassist Chris Wyse, and rhythm guitarist Mike Dimkich.
New The Cult European tour dates are being booked for June, with many more shows to follow in the fall and winter.
Despite the renewed The Cult activity, Astbury retains his membership in the current version of The Doors, known as Riders On The Storm, while Duffy\'s other band, Circus Diablo, plans to release an album later in 2007.