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– Neues Album „THE WORLD WITHOUT US” erscheint am 18.10.2024 über
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TO DEATH
entstand Anfang 2023 als Verwirklichung der schon seit längerem gehegten Idee
der Musiker, Swing-Einflüsse mit unterschiedlichen Subgenres des extremen
Metal wie Progressive Death Metal und Technical Death Metal zu
kombinieren. So ist es auch zur Ergänzung der
Standardbesetzung durch das sonst für Metal untypische Instrument Horn
gekommen. Weitere musikalische Merkmale sind die klare, kompakte und
eingängige Songstruktur, der Einsatz der Fretless E-Gitarre und des Fretless Basses
sowie das Wechselspiel zwischen Clean-Gesang und Harsh Vocals.
Ästhetisches Element – 20./30. Jahre Stil, Schwarzweiß, Cartoon, Rubberhose. Es gibt eine Zentrale Fantasiefigur, um die es bei den Texten geht. Die Figur ist drogensüchtig und psychisch krank. Sie hört dauernd Stimmen im Kopf, die sie in den Wahnsinn treiben, der einzige Ausweg ist, wenn die Band in ihrer Vorstellung anfängt, Musik zu spielen. Bei den Texten geht es unterschwellig auch darum, auf die negativen Auswirkungen von Drogen hinzuweisen. Die Band ist gegen jegliche Art von Gewalt, Homophobie, Einschränkungen von Menschenrechten und Einschränkungen von Meinungsfreiheit. Bandmitglieder: Carmen Grandi (Youtube, Architecture of Emptiness, ex-Neophobia, ex-EGO) – Clean Gesang, Lyrics Tom “Fountainhead” Geldschläger (ex-Obscura, ex-Belphegor, ex-Nader Sadek, ex-Defeted Sanity, ex-Amogh Symphony) – Fretless Gitarre, Akustik Gitarre, Lead Gitarre, Songwriting, Mixing, Mastering, Producer Martin Matiasovic (Shaped In Dreams, Divine X) – Rhythmus Gitarre, Lead Gitarre (Track 4), Horn, Songwriting, Lyrics Rouven Haliti (Ally The Fiddle, Onyx Eyes, ex-Determination) – Fretless Bass Defkalion Dimos (Cerebrum, Sacred Outcry) – Drums Gastmusiker auf der Phantasmagoria EP: Alex Kerski (Vianova, The Voice Of Germany 2022) – Harsh Vocals Mikołaj Suchanek – Keytar (Track 4) Songs: Ill Fated – Als erste Single und erster Track auf der EP bietet Ill Fated einen „schonenden“ Einstieg in das verhältnismäßig extreme Soundkonzept der Band. Die Kontraste zwischen Swing- und Death-Metal-Elementen werden zunächst rund gestaltet und mit allmählichen Übergängen überbrückt. Die Clean-Passage nach dem ersten und das Fretless-Bass-Solo nach dem zweiten Chorus zeigen erste Anzeichen von „Progginess“. Das alles in einer kompakten und übersichtlichen Songstruktur verpackt, bietet einen sanften Einstieg in die groteske Klangwelt von Amuse To Death. Im Songtext wird der missliche geistige Zustand der Zentralfigur „Al“ beschrieben, dessen innere Stimmen ihn in den Wahnsinn treiben, sobald die Band in seinem Kopf aufhört, Musik zu machen. Blacktoothgrin – Die musikalische Offenheit und Bereitschaft des Zuhörers, abrupten emotionalen Schwankungen standzuhalten, wird mit diesem Song auf den Prüfstand gestellt. Stile werden hier nicht behutsam miteinander vermengt, sondern in einen Betonmischer geworfen und wild durcheinandergewirbelt. Hier treffen Duke Ellington und Count Basie inspirierte Hot-Swing-Horn-Linien auf Technical Death Metal à la First Fragment, Necrophagist und Co. Textlich steht wieder die fiktive Hauptfigur Al im Mittelpunkt. Diesmal geht es um seine Drogenabhängigkeit und den inneren Kampf, der damit verbunden ist. Lowlifer – Die harten Kanten von Blacktoothgrin werden hier wieder etwas runder. Dieser Song fällt dagegen mit seinem Witz und der Betonung des Grotesken auf. Zahllose Horn-Einwürfe und Kommentare und der tänzerisch-groovige Instrumentalteil vor dem letzten Chorus haben fast schon den Slapstick-Charakter einer Laurel-&-Hardy-Komödie. Die Refrains werden von Mal zu Mal größer, breiter und bunter. Textlich wird hier der Unterschied der Wahrnehmung im Normalzustand des grauen Alltags und der bunten Fantasiewelt eines Morphiumtrips ausgemalt. The Alibi – Dieses Stück kommt der Bezeichnung Prog-Arie aus den vier Songs sicherlich am nächsten. Er setzt nämlich ein Häkchen neben jede der folgenden Kategorien: enthält langsamen, balladesken Teil; enthält schnellen Metal-Teil; enthält ungerade Taktarten; enthält mindestens 10 unterschiedliche Instrumente; enthält gefühlt ein Dutzend Instrumentalsoli; geht länger als 5 Minuten; hat keine typische Songstruktur; enthält Tempoänderungen; schwankt zwischen mehreren Tonarten hin und her… Hier wird die Bandbreite dessen, was die Band in allen musikalischen Aspekten zu bieten hat, nochmal erweitert vors Gehör geführt. In den Lyrics geht es um einen Traum der Sängerin Carmen, in dem sie sich selber als Leiche und einzige Zeugin eines Mordes beobachtet und als Täterin in diesem beschuldigt wird. https://amusetodeath.com/ Die bayrischen Black Metaller AMYSTERY haben vor einiger Zeit bei Folter Records unterschrieben. Das neue Album “CHAOS EMPIRE SATAN” wird am 31.10.2024 erscheinen. Jetzt gibt es die erste Single “Whispers From The Void”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xPNv_mISEA Über AMYSTERY Die okkulte Formation AMYSTERY ist zurück mit ihrem vierten Album »Chaos Empire Satan«, ein gleichermaßen rohes und edles Werk zur Bewahrung und Zelebrierung des traditionellen Black Metal als eigenständige Kunstform. Dabei sind sie kein uninspiriertes Abbild einer alten Genregröße, sondern schmieden vielmehr kompromisslos ihren eigenen, authentischen Schwarzstahl, der sich vielfach im Angriffsmodus befindet, sich in Kompositionen wie »Spirits In Fire« oder »Infestation« aber auch zu erhabener, mystischer Größe aufschwingt. Nach einer mehrjährigen Schaffenspause hatten sich die Bajuwaren AMYSTERY 2018 mit einer veränderten Besetzung wieder zusammengeschlossen, um gemeinsam weiter an neuem Material zu arbeiten. Im Sommer 2021 kam es erneut zu einem Besetzungswechsel, seitdem besteht die Band aus drei Personen: Grond (Drums), Culpa (Bass) und Nephesus (Vocals, Gitarre). AMYSTERY ist keine Band, bei der ein neues Album daraus erwächst, dass sich Individuen gegenseitig im Alleingang aufgenommene Tondateien auf die Rechner schicken – die Ideen, Riffs etc. für die zehn Songs von »Chaos Empire Satan« wurden gemeinsam im Proberaum gesammelt und dort ausgearbeitet. Auf ihrer Tour im Februar 2023 wurden bereits drei neue Stücke präsentiert, die restlichen sechs entstanden im Zeitraum bis Dezember 2023. Inhaltlich behandelt »Chaos Empire Satan« die Theorien und Macht der Chaosmagie nach Peter James Carroll und beschreibt die dazugehörigen Praktiken und Auswirkungen auf das Leben und die Seele. Darüber hinaus geht es um die Ambivalenz zwischen der vermeintlichen Nichtigkeit des irdischen Lebens im kosmischen und multidimensionalen Maßstab und der Größe des eigenen persönlichen (Multi-)Universums mit der daraus erwachsenden maximalen Gestaltungsfreiheit, Wirksamkeit und Einflussnahme. AMYSTERY als Band zelebriert diese Überzeugung, was bereits im Vorgängeralbum »All Hail The Cult« eine tragende Rolle spielte und nun im neuen Album noch mehr ins Zentrum gerückt wurde. Aufgenommen wurde das Album im Januar 2024. Das Cover-Artwork wurde von Malphas (ex-AMYSTERY, ex-Lunar Aurora, Mortem Agmen) gezeichnet, die grafische Gestaltung wurde von Lense Of Sense übernommen. https://folter666shop.de/ https://www.facebook.com/Amysterycult/ Release: 25. October 2024 While Deimos' Dawn could theoretically still be accused of being a project with a famous singer on their debut album, two years and many gigs later it has to be said: This is a real band at work! Marc Grewe (Asinhell, ex-Morgoth, Insidious Disease), Germany's number one death metal shouter, puts his very own stamp here. Compositionally mature, sonically clearly skipped a few steps, the band presents a new EP “God Of Pain” including a cover version of Marks former Band MORGOTH! As with their debut album, former Sodom guitarist and rock'n'roll whirlwind Andy Brings wrote the lyrics and produced Grewe's vocals and proove how lively and fresh old school thrash can sound in 2024. https://mdd-shop.de/ Line-up: Mauro Tollini: drums; Nicola Murari: bass; Lorenzo Loatelli: guitars; Ricky Dal Pane: vocals Style: Epic Doom Metal with elements of classic Heavy Metal and Progressive Similar artists: Candlemass, Pentagram, Solstice, Solitude Aeturnus, Black Sabbath, Trouble The song is available on all digital platforms at https://song.link/EPIKOS and next week we'll unveil the lyric video created for the song. EPITAPH, one of the longest-lasting bands of the entire Italian scene, is going to present one of the next big things within the Dark Doom Metal movement thanks to an overall epic and gloomy feeling, mixed with the natural dark atmospheres of their old school Doom Metal. First work to have Ricky Dal Pane (singer of the band Witchwood) behind the microphone, this is definitively an album for fans of Candlemass, Pentagram, Solstice, Solitude Aeturnus, Black Sabbath, Trouble. The journey to oblivion has begun. Doom Metal, Dark, Progressive and Esotericism are the coordinates. DOOM ON!!! "Path To Oblivion" LP/CD/tape/bundle could be pre-ordered at https://shorturl.at/RtoNK Cover artwork created by Luciana Nedelea and tracklist: 1. Path To Oblivion 2. Embraced By Worms 3. Condemned To Flesh 4. Nameless Demon 5. She's Reborn In Blasphemy 6. Voices Behind The Wall 7. Kingdom Of Slumber 8. Fall From Grace https://linktr.ee/mykingdommusic https://www.facebook.com/epitaph.doom Listen to “Donkere Paden”: https://youtu.be/c8J7bXzHJTM?si=QO76rXMH4VbdAWVm Pre-order the album: https://krvl.bandcamp.com/album/donkere-paden (LP/CD/Digital): https://t.ly/krvlD (CD), https://t.ly/krvlV (Vinyl) Pre-save the album via digital platforms: https://share.amuse.io/album/krvl-donkere-paden Following on from their debut "Kravaal" (self-released, 2022), the second album “Donkere Paden” will bring even more darkness and despair which will be divided into seven chapters. The album features guest vocalists H. from Oerheks and Shazzula from the revered Wolvennest. The band states: "We've poured our souls into crafting an atmospheric black metal album that will transport you to realms of chilling beauty and crushing despair. Prepare yourselves, for KrvL's reign of darkness begins anew when Autumn falls…" KrvL previously released the atmospheric single and video “Zielenrust” which features Shazzula of Wolvennest. The band commented about her contribution: “When we were listening to the demo of this song we felt like there was something missing. So we came up with the idea to add some female vocals on the intro. Shazzula was our first choice and luckily she liked our music and she said yes.” KrvL comprises nameless souls that drift through the Kravaal Forest in Belgium in search of the light amongst the darkness they find themselves in. With lyrics in Dutch, the band contemplates topics such as nature, finding inner peace, nemesis, resurrection and an attempt to find light in the darkness. Musically, the band is all about atmosphere. With a foundation of traditional 90s and modern black metal, the anonymous band also mixes post-metal, doom and sludge influences. KrvL was established at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, creating a perfect mood for the writing and recording of their debut album "Kravaal". Eventually, the album was self-released digitally in 2022 and then on vinyl in 2023. 2024 sees the band reach new heights with the signing to These Hands Melt and the release of their second album. https://thesehandsmelt.shop/ https://www.facebook.com/these.hands.melt https://www.facebook.com/KrvL1745/ Release date : October 25th Genre : Black Metal Origin: France Label: Les Acteurs de L’Ombre Productions Network Distributor: Season of Mist / Plastic Head Digital Distributor: The Orchard Tracklist: 1 - Des feux plus forts 2 - Nos cendres et nos râles 3 - Le cambouis et le carmin 4 - Sous vivre 5 - Banlieues rouges 6 - La poésie du caniveau 7 - Ainsi finit le jour 8 - La beauté du désastre 9 - Tout est à la mort Duration: 53min40 After "les Idées Blanches" released in 2021, SORDIDE will publish "Ainsi Finit Le Jour" on October 25th on Les Acteurs de l'Ombre Productions SORDIDE comes from the wet gutters of Rouen, Normandy. Since the release of its debut album through Avantgarde, back in 2014, the trio has been spitting a scornful and desperate anger in Moliere’s language under the motto NEITHER NAME, NOR FLAG. Since then, the band has multiplied albums culminating with the release of “Les idées blanche”, in 2021, and played throughout Europe and at Roadburn and Hellfest festivals. After travelling to Iceland and Finland, Sordide will release its fifth full-length, “Ainsi finit le jour”, on October 25th, 2024, through Les Acteurs de l’ombre, and its own collective, La Harelle. To present this abrasive opus, Sordide will tour in France, Switzerland and Belgium in October 2024, and in Europe in February 2025. A first extract entitled "Des feux plus forts" has just been released. This is the opening track of the album that will be released on October 25th. https://lesacteursdelombre.net/product https://www.facebook.com/sordideband/ Dark Descent Records heralds the first coming of ABERRATOR - a yet unknown entity devoted to the ancient arts of death metal mastery. Founded in 2022 between G.P and N.H from New Zealand - with P.F from Canada on session drums, ABERRATOR pulls no punches, unleashing BECKONING TRIBULATION, a devastating full-length, straight out of the gate. Influenced by the darkest of death metal and death/doom - particularly of US and Finnish origins - the band fit the Dark Descent roster like a key to a crypt. “Beckoning Tribulation is a lens into the human condition, the inevitable decline due to the innate zealotry and hypocrisy within our species,” states N.H. “The triumphant proclamation of the death of god and the impending doom of mankind as it struggles within the vacuum this creates.” ABERRATOR has shared a stream for album opener "Plague Monarch Ascendant." Listen now at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i736qbCGBL8 Stream the title track of Beckoning Tribulation at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0Byqexh1tU Dark Descent Records will release Beckoning Tribulation on CD, vinyl and digital formats on October 11. Pre-order the album at: www.darkdescentrecords.com/shop Tracklisting: 1. Plague Monarch Ascendant 2. Flagellation Crusade 3. Doomed Quintessence 4. Beckoning Tribulation 5. Spiritual Attrition 6. Emissary of Suffering 7. ...Of the Crucible The album comes clad in a masterful gravure/woodcut-style piece from the inimitable mind of Alex Shadrin from Nether Temple Design: “The artwork represents the above concepts. Betrayal hidden with the guise of civility; blades plunged into another's backs to complete the ouroboros. Murder, cunning and cowardice act in unison as tools of victory and ultimately defeat.” ABERRATOR is: G.P - Guitars and Bass N.H - Vocals P.F - Drums www.facebook.com/Aberratordeath Label: Rottweiler Records Release Date: October 25th 2024 Genre: Brutal Death Metal For fans of: Morbid Angel | Immolation | Abhorrent Deformity | Vital Remains In March of 2023 Taking The Head Of Goliath made the decision to bring down the curtain on their career of bludgeoning riffs and blast beat battery, leaving behind them a furious live album of unbridled chaos – Beyond Brutal Live – a destructive self titled EP and the memory of scores of incendiary live shows. However, whilst their journey through the wastelands of death metal may be over, the Minnesota band have left behind a posthumous gift for the fans who have supported them throughout the years, a final explosive assault under the Taking The Head Of Goliath banner…join them for one last descent into the pit, with Futility Of The Flesh! Futility Of The Flesh is a new four track EP that will stand as a fitting testament to Taking The Head Of Goliath’s unique brand of death metal ferocity, their potent blend of the technical, the twisted, the brutal and the melodic, always delivered with 100% commitment and unrelenting intensity. ‘Futility Of The Flesh’ itself gets things under way with a sinister, slithering riff and bestial vocals of impossible depth and toxicity that scrape the detritus from the dark side of your soul. Touched by madness, the song sends you flying on speeding guitar arpeggios one minute and grinds you into the dirt the next. ‘Septic Enslavement’ follows with its tumbling riffs over frantic drums. It’s overwhelming and overpowering, with its skittering riffs and frenzied rhythms – the epitome of Taking The Head Of Goliath’s eclectic, dynamic style. ‘Neoteric Tribal Barbarism’ is an absolute behemoth of a song, featuring passages of delirious speed with guitar riffs like insect swarms and was recorded live at Rayfest in the summer of ’21, capturing an incredibly powerful vocal performance from Jake Martin. Finally, the very last artillery barrage from Taking The Head Of Goliath comes in the form of bonus track, ‘Cord Of Three Strands’, the band’s independently released 2019 digital single. It’s a searing shot of darkness, laced with grandiose melody and the perfect farewell from a band that will be sorely missed. For those who have loved and lost Taking The Head Of Goliath, Futility Of The Flesh is a last roar from beyond the grave, a parting salvo to be treasured. For the others…you have some incredible music to discover. Nothing was left to chance with Futility Of The Flesh, ensuring that Taking The Head Of Goliath’s final blow lands with maximum impact. Recorded by Will Maravelas (Thor, Incinerate etc) and mixed and mastered by Charles Powell (Carnifex etc) the sound throughout is devastating – and with cover art created by Pär Olofsson (Children Of Bodom, Exodus etc) Futility Of The Flesh is as powerful visually as it is sonically. Don’t miss this stunning concluding chapter in the story of Taking The Head Of Goliath, coming your way from Rottweiler Records on October 25th. Line-up: Jake Martin - Vocals Luke Renno - Bass/Backing Vocals Nathan Sherman - Guitar Steve Reishus – Drums *Guitars on ‘Neoteric Tribal Barbarism’ by Miles Sunde *Guitars on 'Cord of Three Strands' by Rob Blake https://www.rottweilerrecords.com/ https://www.facebook.com/takingtheheadofgoliath Austin (TX) - Returning with their latest call-to-arms, Texas metal warlords IGNITOR are once again battle-ready with the release of their new album, HORNS AND HAMMERS. The album is out now in Europe, Asia, and Australia via Metal On Metal Records. The label will be selling it at Keep it True Rising Festival IV in Wurzburg, Germany, October 4-5. The CD is available for purchase from Metal On Metal Records at: U.S. residents can pre-order the CD directly from the band at https://ignitorband.com/merch. Orders will ship no later than October 15. Vinyl and CD versions wil be distributed through Revolt Vinyl Records in North and South America in November. This version will include a bonus track of the Saxon classic “Machine Gun,” featuring guest appearances by Ross The Boss (Manowar, Dictators), Marc Lopes (Metal Church, Let Us Prey, Ross The Boss) and Gabriel Guardian (Immortal Guardian). Look for the companion video of that song very soon. This version will soon be available for streaming and purchase on all digital platforms. The vinyl version of Horns and Hammers will be released on Metal World Records in Europe. Check out the promotional video for music, interviews, and album info at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ip1xGHaGH_4 Another storm-the-gates, metal onslaught, Horns and Hammers delivers all the dramatic power and fury that landed previous albums Haunted by Rock ‘N’ Roll and The Golden Age of Black Magick in the hallowed realms of Judas Priest, Mercyful Fate, Raven, Dio, Accept and other legendary keepers of the metal creed. From the title track’s speed-metal war cry and the Maiden-esque “Imperial Bloodlines” to the cowbell-driven “Shattered Crosses” and the 70s-inspired heavy metal of “Ferocious the Martyrs” (featuring guest keyboardist Gabriel Guardian of Immortal Guardian) the 11-track Horns and Hammers is a mighty mix of classic heavy metal spiked with NWOBHM, thrash, power metal and the atmospheric textures of prog-metal and fantasy. “We raised the bar high with our last two albums so we couldn’t settle for anything less than a full-on metal assault,” said founding guitarist Stuart “Batlord” Laurence. “We’ve always honored our influences, but we’re also very insistent that our music – first and foremost – sounds like IGNITOR. With Horns and Hammers, we’ve covered the spectrum of metal and taken Ignitor to a whole new level.” Fronted by the soaring vocals of Jason McMaster (Watchtower, Dangerous Toys, Broken Teeth), IGNITOR's strength is further forged by guitarist Robert Williams, bassist Billy “Chainsaw” Dansfiell and drummer Pat Doyle. Whether charging and pounding like clashing titans (“Dark Horse,” “Chaos Maximus Eternal”) or luring the listener into gothic tales of doom and deceit (“Suicide Anthem,” “Taken Up With Serpents”), IGNITOR delivers with shuddering impact. “Robert brought a ton of songs and riff ideas to the table and Billy had some great ideas that blossomed into full-blown songs,” Laurence said. “Once we started jamming with Pat’s pummeling backbeat, we knew we had something special.” “As the arrangements started coming together, I found myself completely immersed and inspired to come up with the lyrical themes and characters to carry the songs to completion,” McMaster added. “I’m really proud of the band’s individual and collective contributions, and I think we all agree that Horns and Hammers is a triumph by any measure.” The album’s stunning cover art – featuring a medieval warrior and his mighty steed surveying a hellish killing field – comes courtesy of renowned fantasy/sci-fi artist Claudio Bergamin whose credits include Judas Priest (Firepower), Burning Witches (The Witch of the North), Cassius King (Field Trip) and Klassik ’78 (Phantoms), among others. Produced and mastered by Stuart “Batlord” Laurence at Emphatic Audio in Austin, TX, Horns and Hammers was mastered for vinyl by Cris Burns. “Hell Shall Be Your Home” was recorded live in Austin TX at Kick Butt Coffee in 2019, and engineered by Ernie Basaldua with mixing by Stuart "Batlord" Laurence. Track Listing: 1. Horns And Hammers 2. Imperial Bloodlines 3. Dark Horse 4. Cyber Crush 5. Shattered Crosses 6. Taking Up With Serpents 7. Ferocious The Martyrs 8. Suicide Anthem 9. Chaos Maximus Eternal 10. Machine Gun (Saxon cover)* 11. Terminous *Note: “Hell Shall Be Your Home” appears on The Metal On Metal Records version. All songs written, recorded and performed by Ignitor, except *“Machine Gun,” originally written, recorded and performed by Saxon, Carrere Music Ltd 1980. Cover art by Claudio Bergamin. Line-up: Stuart “Batlord” Laurence - Guitar Robert Williams - Guitar Jason McMaster - Vocals Billy “Chainsaw” Dansfiell - Bass Pat Doyle - Drums Bio: IGNITOR formed in Austin, Texas in 2003 with legendary Agony Column guitarist Stuart Laurence, Brendon Bigelow on bass, Beverly Barrington on guitar, Pat Doyle (Offenders) on drums, and vocalist Erika Swinnich. The band wanted to write music reflecting their passion for heavy, speed, and power metal. IGNITOR quickly attracted a worldwide fan base after releasing their debut album Take To The Sky, featuring the hit "Demonslayer," in 2004 to rave reviews. Germany’s Rock Hard magazine named it "Demo of the Month.” Dies Irae (Brazil) said “Ignitor take the world by storm, playing a furious Heavy/Speed Metal, joining the high class of veteran musicians and the powerful voice of Erika Swinnich.” IGNITOR performed at Mexico’s Monterrey Metal Fest in May 2005, appearing alongside Motorhead and Danzig. Then onto Germany’s Keep It True Festival in November 2005, where they stunned the crowd and were named "Best KIT Newcomer" by Mario’s Metal Mania magazine. In 2007 IGNITOR released Road of Bones (Cruz del Sur Music) featuring cover art by legendary MOTORHEAD collaborator Joe Petagno. Beverly was temporarily replaced by Annah Moore on guitar for this album. The band’s sophomore effort is a deep dive into themes of pain, death, and rebirth, culminating with their triumphant anthem "Reinheitsgebot" and its rallying cry “Metal is the Law!” Blabbermouth described IGNITOR - “This is the energetic, lusty sound of a new and eager band who are ridiculously fired up to be alive, no matter what the decade.” IGNITOR toured heavily in support of the album, playing with Primal Fear and Leaves Eyes, and a notable appearance at the Valley Thrash Fest in McAllen, Texas. In 2008, Texas metal veteran Jason McMaster (Watchtower, Howling Sycamore, Dangerous Toys, Broken Teeth, Evil United) replaced Erika’s wraith-Maiden wail with his demonic Texas drawl. The band released The Spider Queen (Cruz del Sur/Heavy Artillery) in 2009, a fairy tale of love and redemption. The band toured in support of the album, sharing stages with Fates Warning and Helstar along the way. In 2010 IGNITOR played the Metal Up Your Tap Fest in Chicago along with Cruz del Sur label mates Bible of the Devil. 2012 saw the release of Year of the Metal Tiger (MVD Audio,) featuring fan favorite "Heavy Metal Holocaust" and the eerie polytheism of "Shadow of the Needle." “…a fiery album of traditional, hot-wired metal that’s intensely passionate and utterly authentic.” – Backstage Auctions. IGNITOR released Mixtape '85 in 2013, a collection of beloved favorites recalling the peak years for thrash and heavy metal. The Metal Files said “…the opening solo on Into the Coven gave me chills when I first heard it.” 2013 also saw the inauguration of IGNITOR’s occasionally-annual Iron Fist Fest in their hometown of Austin, featuring Witches Mark. The next two years produced some lineup changes. Beverly was replaced by Robert Williams (Witches Mark,) and Brendon was replaced by Billy “Chainsaw” Dansfiell (Agony Column) cementing IGNITOR’s current lineup. In May 2016 IGNITOR performed at the Ragnarokkr Metal Apocalypse in Chicago along with Tygers of Pan Tang, Jag Panzer, and Leather Leone. The Iron Fist Fest returned in 2016 too, featuring Byfist and Death of Millions alongside IGNITOR. In 2017 IGNITOR released Years of War 2008 – 2013, an anthology of the band’s releases during those years in a limited edition box set, including rare promo discs and assorted items from the merchandise shop. The box set is only available from the band’s website ignitorband.com. 2017 also saw the release of the IGNITOR’s sixth album Haunted By Rock & Roll (EMP Label Group.) The song "Hatchet: The Ballad of Victor Crowley" is heard during the closing credits of the horror slasher “Victor Crowley” from Ariescope Pictures. Director Adam Green produced a NSFW video of the song featuring some key gory scenes from the movie. The band produced three other companion videos featuring the songs "No Sanctuary," "Brave The War," and "Haunted by Rock & Roll." Roppongi Rocks said “IGNITOR serves us an extra large portion of terrific heavy metal on its new album.” “The New Wave of British Heavy Metal deserves a locally designated acronym thanks to IGNITOR.” - Austin Chronicle IGNITOR returned to Chicago in July 2018 for the Alehorn of Power X festival, appearing alongside Zuul and Bible of the Devil. IGNITOR appeared again in July at the Iron Fist Fest 3 with James Rivera’s Metal Asylum and Austin’s own Duel. Iron Fist Fest 4’s ten-band lineup in 2019 featured IGNITOR, Helstar, and Angkor Wat. In early 2020, IGNITOR finished the work on their seventh album. After contacting Metal on Metal Records and sending the new songs, they got a positive response and soon the agreement was reached. The Golden Age of Black Magick was finally released on October 2020 on CD and all major digital platforms. In January 2020 right before the worldwide pandemic, IGNITOR recorded a live set at Kick Butt Coffee in Austin. Later in the year the band self-released that set on a CD called Live…Before the Plague and posted it for sale on its website store. Like most of the planet, IGNITOR spent 2020-2021 hiding out from the pandemic. Luckily that provided ample opportunity to write and hone new material. The band played a few shows here and there as venues began opening back up in 2022 and 2023, but spent most of the time writing and preparing to record their next album. Recording began in Fall 2023 and was finished in May 2024 for the ninth IGNITOR album, Horns and Hammers (Metal on Metal). Horns and Hammers features some extra special guests – Ross “the Boss” Friedman (Dictators, Manowar,) Marc Lopes (Metal Church) and Gabriel Guardiola (Immortal Guardian). IGNITOR is especially proud of this album. The cover art was painted by Claudio Bergamin and depicts a weathered warrior in a brief moment of repose after a battle. It resembles the plight of true metal warriors like IGNITOR, who strive to inject both power and passion into their craft with every performance, keeping the flames of heavy metal stoked and smoldering for the gathered masses. https://metalonmetalrecords.com/ https://metalonmetalrecords.com/ https://www.facebook.com/IGNITOR.METAL/ The new single will be available on all platforms tomorrow, October 4. CARNOSUS will release new album, Wormtales, October 18 on CD digipak, gatefold vinyl LP, cassette, and digital formats via Willowtip Records. The release is the band's third overall and first for Willowtip. Whispered among worms were the rumors of a new album by death metal outfit CARNOSUS. Heavier and darker, slithering its way from Sweden, comes Wormtales, a prequel to the critically acclaimed 2023 album, Visions of Infinihility. Wormtales contains some of the band's most impressive riffs thus far and once again lures the listener into the realm of infinihility. Indeed,Visions of Infinihility, the quintet's independently released second album, garnered loads of positive press, further amplifying the anticipation for CARNOSUS' Willowtip debut, Wormtales! CARNOSUS was established in 2011. The band members all come from different subgenres within Metal, resulting in a mixture of technical melodic death metal, thrash, progressive metal and a pinch of black metal influences scattered throughout. Pre-order: https://willowtip.com/bands/details/carnosus.aspx https://carnosus.bandcamp.com/album/wormtales Track Listing: 1. Birthless 2. Within Throat, Within Heart 3. Neglectikon 4. Yearnings of A Rotten Spine 5. Worm Charmer 6. Harbinger of Woundism 7. Paradoxical Impulse 8. Wound of Wisdom 9. Cosmoclaustrum 10. Solace In Soil Credits: Recorded and produced by Carnosus (except drums; recorded and produced by Robert Kukla & Dennis Rosic). Re-amped, mixed and mastered by Robert Kukla at Obsidian Recording Studios. Cover artwork by Timon Kokott. Line-up: Jonatan Karasiak - Vocals / Lyrics Rickard Persson - Guitars Marcus Jokela Nyström - Guitars Marcus Strindlund - Bass Jacob Hedner - Drums https://www.facebook.com/willowtip https://www.facebook.com/Carnosus/ Hailing from the hills and woodlands of Central New York and New England, MYTHBEGOTTEN combines a love of legends old and new with a folk-inflected fusion of metal genres to arrive at a uniquely epic and melancholic melodic concoction. The result is an eight-track journey that reaches Tolkien-esque levels of grandeur. The band offers an in-depth look at the inspiration behind Tales from the Unseelie Court. "The key inspiration for the individual songs includes the Dullahan (an evil fey from Irish Mythology) which inspired the song "The Heedless Horseman", Sawney Bean (a legendary Scottish Cannibal and inspiration for "The Hills Have Eyes") which inspired the song "The Terror of Lothian", H.P. Lovecraft's "The Rats in The Walls" which inspired the song "Beneath Exham Priory", The Welsh Legend of the Wild Hunt which inspired the song "Mallt-y-Nos", the Arthurian legend of Merlin and the Dragons which inspired the song "Omen of Embers", The melancholy book 4 of Milton's "Paradise Lost" which inspired the song "The Fall", and the climactic Battle of the Pelennor Fields from Tolkien's "The Return of The King" which inspired the song "Of Wrath and Ruin". This is all rounded out by an arrangement of the classic Scots ballad "Twa Corbies" which brings together the old traditions of British Isles balladry with this modern sonic storytelling which MYTHBEGOTTEN bases its songwriting upon." Over the last several months, MYTHBEGOTTEN has released a series of two-song "chapters" from Tales from the Unseelie Court. Stream "The Road to Unseelie Court" series at https://mythbegotten.bandcamp.com/album/the-road-to-unseelie-court-fire-brimstone Tales from the Unseelie Court is set for release on October 31. Experience more MYTHBEGOTTEN at https://www.youtube.com/@Mythbegotten Tracklisting: 1. The Heedless Horseman 2. Omen of Embers 3. Mallt-y-Nos 4. Beneath Exham Priory 5. The Fall 6. The Terror of Lothian 7. Twa Corbies 8. Of Wrath and Ruin The Journey So Far... A decade ago in Syracuse, New York, Connor Hoffman, Daniel Barbour, and Joe Sopchak released the Stirling demo under their Folk/Power Metal fusion project Hounds of Annwn. Shortly thereafter, they performed their only live show at the Sturmfeier folk metal festival in Hamlin, New York, but with college and work taking priority, the three soon scattered throughout the Northeast. All knew, however, that there was much left undone, songs left unsung, and stories left untold. In 2022, after years of sporadic songwriting and fits and starts of recording, the trio re-committed to bringing their vision of folk- and symphonic-infused Power Metal to fruition under the new moniker MYTHBEGOTTEN. This name was chosen for its elegant encapsulation of the band’s ethos: to chronicle the stories from myth, fantasy, and history that have inspired them. Tales from the Unseelie Court is the first release from this reforged musical triumvirate and is centered around the folklore of the British Isles and literary fantasy, showcasing the eerie and macabre as well as the wondrous and heroic. Listeners feel as though they are sitting amidst a gathering of the Unseelie Fey Court, hearing great and terrible stories retold to the assembled congregation. MYTHBEGOTTEN is excited to reveal its unique blend of metallic styles in this first eldritch release and looks forward to sharing tales even stranger and more wondrous with the world. Line-Up: Dan Barbour – Lead Vocals Connor Hoffman – Guitars, Backing Vocals, Additional Keyboards Joe Sopchak – Keyboards, Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals https://www.facebook.com/MythbegottenBand/ SØRGELIG – “ΦΘΟΡΆ” Label: Tragedy Productions Release Date: October 4th 2024 Genre: Black Metal For fans of: Behexen | Shining | Sargeist | Dødsferd In the lightless darkness of the world below, where the cold, grey waves of the river of forgetting lap against the shores of unceasing, stygian night, there the nameless and the soulless, tragic and deplorable, gather to exchange tales of bleak eternity and whisper secrets born of blood and promises. With sickle and stone they climb the thousand steps to moonlit night, there to gather the dreams of the sleeping, to reap the screams of the foolish and harvest the spirits of those who have turned the world of legends into a world of decay and ruination. Three years since Sørgelig unleashed the fiercely intense Slaves Of Tomorrow EP, the Greek iconoclasts, dissident dream eaters, have returned, with an astonishing new full length album, wreathed in smoke and shadows – Φθορά! Opening with ‘Breed Of Waste’ that highlights the incredibly harsh, caustic vocals of Odious, that freeze the blood with their unbridled savagery, Φθορά then grasps you by the throat and flings you into a maelstrom of malefic sound and baleful visions. The insistent riffs of ‘Libation Of Blood ‘are driven into your skull like nails as a sinister, insidious evil weaves its way through the song. This is the epitome of black metal ferocity, a genre defining beast of a track. Meanwhile ‘Inexorable Grey’ summons the spirits of rage and war, unleashing forces of terrifying power, building to breathless peaks of blinding speed and darkness and crashing to abyssal depths. Yet Φθορά is much more than a glorious exposition of blasting ferocity and freezing wickedness, with ‘Φθορά’ itself providing a masterful break in the onslaught as its haunting sounds invoke unsettling imaginings of broken ghosts in empty ballrooms, spinning forever in dusty, tear-stained waltzes. Then there is the grand epic of tragedy and terror that closes this unearthly album – ‘Dreamscapes Of Lethe’. Jagged, probing riffs stagger across stuttering rhythms before collapsing into anguish, soul-searing madness, profound melancholy, death and blood. You rise again from a false ending, crawling towards the light, before ancient claws drag you back into darkness. There is no escape from the underworld, no return from Φθορά! Φθορά will be released by Tragedy Productions, on 6 panel digi-pack with a sixteen page booklet, on October 4th and will surely see Sørgelig marching on towards the highest echelons of black metal. The creative balance displayed between understanding and embracing the essence of black metal and branding a unique seal into its cold, dead flesh is masterful. When Φθορά arrives be prepared to follow Sørgelig into realms unknown…and beyond. Line-up: Odious – Vocals/Lyrics Reactive – Bass/Guitars NCRVZRS – Guitars (track 3) Έκπτωτος – Guitars/Lyrics N.D. – Drums/Vocals/Guitars https://www.tragedyproductions.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sorgeligblackmetal Sweden's avenging witches of black metal, VÖLVA, are set to return with a new album, DESIRES PROFANE on November 28th - featuring ten hymns to the lost souls of their persecuted sisters, incinerated upon the murderous bonfires of Christianity. Desires Profane is a scalding assault of vehement rage that will be released on CD by Grind To Death Records and on vinyl by Fiadh Productions. Track listing: 1 – The Tower 2 – Walk With Me 3 – Expulsion Of The Flesh 4 – Inverted Cross 5 – Never Forgive 6 – The Serpent 7 – Perpetual Putrefaction 8 – Asmodeus 9 – Salvation 10 – Vagabond https://www.facebook.com/fiadhproductions https://www.grindtodeathrecords.com/ https://www.facebook.com/volva The band, comprising Johan Norström (vocals, Katapult), Stefan Vidmark (guitars, ex-Nightscape), Emil Ceder (guitars), Tommy Nilsson (drums), and Olov Häggmark (bass), has undergone an evolutionary journey since its inception. Following the release of their previous full-length album The Seed Left Behind and the EP City of Ghosts through Discouraged Records, they have embraced new challenges and matured as songwriters. This evolution culminates in The Black Prism, a self-produced, independently released opus consisting of ten tracks that showcase the band's most complex and epic compositions to date. Regarding the creation of their latest album, Terrortory describes it as a project filled with unexpected paths and challenges: “This has been a project with many phases and challenges. This, in turn, has forced us onto paths we could not have anticipated or imagined. Songs we long thought were finished have been torn down and rebuilt, and in the end, we had a much stronger product that we are all incredibly satisfied with.” The band promises that The Black Prism will feature their fastest and most intricate music, drawing inspiration from the vastness of the universe as well as the dark depths within the human soul. Terrortory’s dedication to their craft extends beyond music. The band produced, recorded, and mixed The Black Prism themselves, with mastering handled by Kai Stahlenberg at Kohlekeller Studios. Their hands-on approach continues with the creation of music videos to accompany the album’s release. With vocalist Johan Norström’s experience behind the camera and bassist Olov Häggmark's work in front of it, the videos are poised to deliver a blend of space anxiety and dark humor. In keeping with their signature style, The Black Prism features a mix of longer, intricate songs and shorter, faster tracks, pushing the boundaries of melodic death metal. The album’s tracklist, including titles like "Star Crusher," "Pestiferous Haven" and the epic titular track "The Black Prism," promises an auditory journey of crushing riffs, relentless rhythms, and haunting melodies. With their self-released The Black Prism, the album stands as a testament to their growth, skill, and dedication to the melodic death metal genre. As they prepare for this next chapter, Terrortory invites listeners to delve into the abyss and experience the full force of their musical evolution. Discography DeReign – Single (Discouraged Records) The Seed Left Behind – Full-length album (Discouraged Records) City of Ghosts – EP (Discouraged Records) The Black Prism – Full-length album (Self-released) Line-up Johan Norström – Vocals Stefan Vidmark – Guitars Emil Ceder – Guitars Tommy Nilsson – Drums Olov Häggmark – Bass https://www.youtube.com/@terrortorymetal https://www.facebook.com/Terrortor Prepare to be pummeled by pure sonic devastation! Rising Thrash/Death Metal act ANOMIC has signed with Wormholedeath Records for the reissue of their debut EP, "OPACITY" set to be re-released on November 22nd, 2024. Anomic is a force to be reckoned with. Founded by Dutch/Syrian guitarist and vocalist Raafat "Raaf" Atasi, the band blends the fury of Thrash with the unrelenting brutality of Death Metal, creating a sound that is both punishing and addictive. After leaving the German thrash outfit War Agenda in August 2023, Raaf wasted no time channeling his creative fire into Anomic. He channeled a multitude of influences, resulting in the band's debut EP, "Opacity". This 3-track sonic assault tackles existential themes like conformity, war, insanity, and the very apocalypse itself. Raaf wasn't alone in this sonic crusade. He enlisted his old friend Fadi Massamiri to join the band as bassist and second vocalist, with Fadi also taking the reins on mixing and mastering "Opacity". To solidify their rhythm section, the band recruited the legendary Krzysztof Klingbein (live drummer for Vader, Belphegor, and Hate) to lay down the punishing drum tracks on the EP. Additionally, the monstrous vocals of Stefan Nordström guest star on the track "On Deaf Ears", add an extra layer of malevolent fury. Anomic's signing with Wormholedeath Records marks a pivotal moment in the band's journey. In a statement, the band expressed their excitement: "We are stoked to announce that AnomiC is now a member of the WormHoleDeath family. Our EP 'Opacity' will be released and distributed this year (2024) digitally by WHD worldwide. This is an important chapter in the band's journey, and we wanna thank the spectacular label owner Carlo Bellotti and his team Carla Predan and Natascia Pribac for this great opportunity to spread our music properly, and with a great label that is a home to so many killer bands signed to their roster. Moreover, our first full-length, which is to be released in 2025, will also be released and distributed with WHD. So, we’re looking forward to this great collaboration and can’t wait to share plans with you all. Stay metal m/" Brace yourselves, metal maniacs! Anomic is here to demolish everything in their path. Stay tuned for more news and prepare to be crushed by "Opacity" on December 6th, 2024! www.youtube.com/@Anomic-Official www.facebook.com/AnomicOfficialMusic After releasing a couple of beautiful singles, Canadian black metal band Hell Is Other People have now premiered another one of their epic, stirring and heart-wrenching tracks, making it clear at this point that this is indeed a special album. "...emotionally and sonically scarring, a wrenching expression of torment and pain, of confusion and futility, and yet there’s also something poignant as well as ruinous in the grief it expresses." HELL IS OTHER PEOPLE - “MOIRAE “ For fans of - Agalloch, Altar of Plagues, Winterfylleth, White Ward, Drudkh Hell Is Other People from Canada have elegantly and passionately crafted a black metal album that imbibes influences from several of its related subgenres such as atmospheric black metal, post-black metal and even DSBM in parts, forming a cohesive, expressive and all-encompassing sound that the band is comfortable in carrying throughout. The band goes about playing these intuitively structured songs with a palpable burning fervour which makes all the difference. It is difficult to remain unmoved by such impactful and poignant songs and even more so to efface them from memory, the languid pacing furthermore prolonging their lingering presence in the mind. The five songs here seem interconnected emotionally even though they offer slightly differing moods, as if showcasing phases of the same pained existence. 'Moirae' is a stunning, beautifully tempered album with a remarkable range of expression that comes across as genuine and heartfelt. Line up Nathan Boots - Guitar Nicholas Luck - Guitar Nathan Ferreira - Bass, Vocals James Ditty - Drums Cover art by Adam Burke / Nightjar Illustration Track listing 1. Moirae 6:58 2. Fates 6:43 3. Degrade 7:48 4. Loss 8:45 5. Atropos 13:28 Release date - October 11th, 2024 https://www.facebook.com/HiOPofficial https://www.facebook.com/transcendingobscurityrecords Thank you very much! Kunal Choksi Label owner Transcending Obscurity Mumbai, India Summer will be released on CD, vinyl, and digital formats on October 4 via Forcefield Records. Click the link below to pre-order! https://vallettanc.bandcamp.com/album/summer In support of the album, Valletta will launch their Eastern U.S. Tour in October! Tour dates are as follows: 10/17 Atlanta, GA @ Culture Shock 10/18 Athens, GA @ Flicker 10/19 Kingsport, TN VFW Post 4933 10/20 Covington, KY @ Madison Live 10/21 Chicago, IL @ Live Wire Lounge 10/22 Dayton, OH @ Hidden Gem 10/23 Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground 10/24 Philadelphia, PA @ Ortlieb's 10/25 Burlington, VT @ Despacito 10/27 Lowell, MA @ Koto Lowell 10/ 29 Salem, MA @ Koto Salem 11/1 Richmond, VA @ Cobra Cabana 11/2 Wilmington, NC (TBA) Blackened Arena Rock? Melancholic Grunge n' Roll? Valletta's anthemic approach to songwriting and energetic stage performance certainly makes you wonder. The band's forthcoming full-length debut album, Summer, seeks to incinerate metal norms and create a new sound that is as grimey as it is electrifying! Valletta comes with an impressive pedigree. The band features drummer Justin Valletta (Mo'ynoq), bassist/backing vocalist Donald Boyd (Mo'ynoq), guitar/lead vocalist Keenan Carroll (Lord Almighty, ex-Barishi), and guitarist/backing vocalist Will Goodyear (Hopesfall, Prayer for Cleansing, ex-Between The Buried and Me). Metal Hammer called the band's debut EP, Come Alive, "A potent mix of Celtic Frost, Satyricon and The Bronx, this is fantastically catchy, bleak, old-school extreme metal with rock’n’roll hooks." Summer takes that penetrating foundational mix and supercharges the musicianship and songwriting, resulting in 12 tracks guaranteed to leave neurological imprints! The band released the following statement about Summer: “The new album, Summer, has been a real exploration in tearing down walls that we had previously built up over the years. Each of us coming from different musical backgrounds, there’s been this strong sense of letting go and allowing the music to unfold, regardless of how uncomfortable it may be. That’s been the beauty of this journey we’ve started together, and it’s been a great ride so far! During the writing process, a constant theme that emerged was the idea of duality. From heavier, grimier riffs to beautiful, stoic melodies. From slower, muddy depths to faster, anthemic leads. From frozen wastelands, to summer nights, we’ve been on a journey to explore our limitations musically and emotionally. Spin that shit up!” Track Listing:* 1. Kissing Angels 2. Serpents of Solomon 3. Saint 4. Diving into the Deep 5. Criminal 6. Soot & Ash 7. Ill Blood 8. In Ecstasy 9. On the Run 10. Bringing the Worst 11. Come Alive 12. Almighty Hate *The vinyl version of Summer contains five instrumental synthesizer bonus tracks that serve as interludes. Album Credits: Recorded and mixed by Al Jacob at Warrior Sound, Chapel Hill, NC. Mastered by Matt Tuttle at IAS Studios, Winston Salem, NC. Cover Art by Will Goodyear. Line-Up: Justin Valletta - Drums Donald Boyd - Bass / Backing Vocals Keenan Carroll - Guitar / Lead Vocals Will Goodyear - Guitar / Backing Vocals https://shop.forcefieldrecords.org/ https://www.facebook.com/VallettaNC Preoptic Distortion Records will release Agent of Chaos on all major streaming platforms on November 8. Pre-save the EP at https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/shadowsdecay/agent-of-chaos/ Tracklisting: 1) Dry You Out 2) Falling of Mind 3) Agent of Chaos 4) Bringer of Death 5) Only Lies 6) Psuedo Suicidal Hailing from the vibrant metal scene of Costa Rica, Shadows Decay has been a formidable presence in the thrash metal genre since their formation in 2008. Originally known as Preoptic Distortion, the band underwent a transformation both in name and sound, evolving into Shadows Decay—a name that embodies their music's raw energy and dark intensity. Drawing inspiration from the titans of thrash such as Slayer, Testament, Metallica, Anthrax, and Death Angel, Shadows Decay has cultivated a unique sound that honors the legacy of these pioneers while forging their path. The music is a relentless onslaught of powerful riffs, thunderous drums, and aggressive vocals, delivering a high-octane experience that resonates with metal fans worldwide. Shadows Decay is more than just a band; they are a collective of passionate musicians driven by a shared vision of musical excellence. Their live performances are known for their electrifying energy and raw intensity, leaving audiences craving more. With every show, Shadows Decay solidifies their reputation as one of the most dynamic and powerful thrash metal bands in the region. As they look to the future, Shadows Decay is poised to take their music to new heights, with plans for new releases and more explosive live shows. Their journey is one of perseverance, passion, and an unwavering commitment to delivering the pure essence of thrash metal. Shadows Decay stands ready to spread their sonic devastation far and wide - because in the world of metal - decay never sounded so good. Shadows Decay is: Nacho Escobar - vocals, guitars Nestor Morales - lead guitar Daniel Solano - Bass guitar Jeyson Hodgson - Drums https://www.facebook.com/ShadowsDecay FOUL BODY AUTOPSY – “THE DISCOVERY OF WITCHES” (EP) Label: Independent Release Release Date: October 31st 2024 Genre: Melodic Death Metal For fans of: Dark Tranquillity | In Flames | At The Gates | Insomnium Condemned by the words of a child; the cruel pretence of a boy whose vindictive mischief making spread like plague through the tarnished hearts of those so hungry for scandal and persecution – so excited by the prospect of the torture and death of people that, just days before, they considered neighbours, even friends. In these damned times the devil walks not in the homespun dresses of women named witches, nor dances in our night time woods in accordance with licentious and lecherous fantasies. He lives in the hearts of the profiteering Witchfinder and the self important judges, in the fear of the ignorant and the perverted piety of priests… After the bravely experimental Shadows Without Light trilogy and the back to the roots horror and aggression of Crucifix Dreams, Tom Reynolds’ Foul Body Autopsy is back, with another fresh twist on his precision riff attack. The Discovery Of Witches is a two track EP inspired by two infamous witch trials that took place in Tom’s hometown of Leicester, a century apart. In 1616, due to the false testimony of a young boy, fifteen women were arrested. Nine were hung for crimes of wicked sorcery, another died in jail while the remaining five were released due to the intervention of King James I – to whom the boy admitted his lies. In 1717 Jane Clark and her two children were accused of witchcraft by their fellow villagers and subjected to an ordeal by water – the fact that they didn’t drown when cast into the village pond, condemning them. The 1616 hangings are explored in opening track ‘The Rough Rope And The Short Drop’, where Tom brings new elements to his customary six-string aggression. There’s a reflective feel captured by the deft interplay between guitar and bass - Linus Klausenitzer (Alkaloid, ex-Obscura etc)’s flowing notes weaving their way between Tom’s snarling guitar parts - the sections of punchy, rhythmic feel and the strong melodic awareness as the tragedy, the violence and the delusion of that awful episode are brought to life. ‘The Ordeal By Water’ is another fine example of the traditional Foul Body Autopsy sound taking on fresh hues and colours as it builds through melody and an almost progressive aura to the full force assault of fierce blast beats – masterfully delivered once again by Dirk Verbeuren (Megadeth, Scarve etc). Constantly evolving, constantly exploring, constantly delivering riffs like tactical weapons – Tom Reynolds and Foul Body Autopsy have delivered another sweetly structured and imaginative burst of metal. While all three musicians worked in their home studios in England, the US and Germany respectively, Tom’s vocals were captured at Parlour Studios (The Haunted, At The Gates, Napalm Death etc) and The Discovery Of Witches was mastered by Stephen Kerrison (The Grudge, Remote Viewing etc). The results are, as always with Foul Body Autopsy, excellent – combining clarity and power, subtlety and force. The EP will be available digitally and for the first time for Foul Body Autopsy, on limited edition lathe cut vinyl. Set to be released on the most appropriate date of October 31st, The Discovery Of Witches is another essential addition to the Foul Body Autopsy canon. Line-up: Tom Reynolds - Guitar/Vocals *drums on The Discovery Of Witches by Dirk Verbeuren *bass on The Discovery Of Witches by Linus Klausenitzer https://www.facebook.com/FoulBodyAutopsyofficial/ Tokyo “dirty thrashers” Straenge launched in the vibrant Tokyo underground metal scene in 2013. Musically, the band is known in the Tokyo underground scene for their unique blend of performative technicality, unconventional harmonic phrasing, sudden time changes, and old-school thrash and death metal riffs. They are often compared to bands such as Death, Coroner, Voivod, Atheist, Forbidden, and others. Their lives shows are fun and energetic, with frequent unexpected cover performances of classic metal bands such as Death, Exodus, Metallica, Kreator, Motorhead, and more. Under their original name “Strange”, the band released three demos on cassette tape and digital formats: “Thanks, Thrasher!” (2015), “Thrash Carnival” (2018), and “Thrash Medicine” (2020). As a special nod to old-school thrash fans, each cassette demo had bonus B-side tracks which were only released on the cassettes. Near the end of this era of three demo tapes, the band added an “e” to their name to become Straenge. Straenge’s debut full-length album “Filthy Microbes” was released in Tokyo on cassette tape in March 2023. A subsequent digital release on Bandcamp was then followed by a CD version release in March 2024. The CD version of the album was released by Tokyo’s well-regarded underground label Captured Records and includes two exclusive live bonus tracks. Straenge are now planning their sophomore record, title TBD. They are hitting the studio in late 2024 and expecting to release the album in the first half of 2025. The album will feature recent material which the band has played live, including several unreleased songs. The style will expand upon that of their first album, and the band has stated they hope to grow to new levels of musicality in the new album. https://www.facebook.com/straenge.metal Drawing from many overseas influences, Eternal Crypt brings their brand of melodic extreme metal from their hometown of Rochester New York. It has been their mission to take the atmosphere of black metal, the aggression of death metal, and combine it with the melodic sensibility of power, folk, and doom metal, providing a thought provoking soundtrack to introspective lyrics. Though initially starting as a solo studio project, Eternal Crypt became a full-fledged band after the release of debut album "Loneliness of the Wolf" in 2018. From then, Eternal Crypt will continue to bring their brand of melodic metal with their upcoming album "Stages of Grief" released on September 28th, 2024. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSbwEdgULxY https://www.facebook.com/eternalcrypt Feral, one of the most respected Swedish death metal bands, are back after a gap of six years and they show how it's to be done. Their music is not only insanely powerful, as can be expected from them, but it's also surprisingly intricate. As No Clean Singing puts it eloquently in their premiere at https://www.nocleansinging.com/2024/09/11/an-ncs-premiere-feral-the-devouring-storm/ "Feral know how to crush granite and fracture bones, but you’ll also re-discover how deftly constructed and multi-faceted their music is" FERAL – “TO USURP THE THRONES” For fans of : Dismember, Carnage, Entombed, Autopsy, Murder Squad, Fleshcrawl, Bloodbath, Grave Swedish axe-wielding death metal marauders Feral proclaimed their rights to the throne with a potent split last year with crust-ridden death metal label mates Crawl. And as promised, they launched a massive, comprehensive onslaught the following year to eliminate all competition in the Swedish death metal realm. Those familiar with their legend know their humongous heft and power but what's also notable about them is their penchant for writing detailed and highly structured songs, more so than most bands of their ilk. This is death metal that looks, sounds and feels as if it's played by real savage Vikings but it is also wisely written, backed with nearly two decades of skull-crushing experience. Musically they not only honour the ancient Nordic gods the traditional way but also skillfully assimilate influences of the darker, filthier bands from across the ocean like Autopsy into their sound and solidify it many times over. The result is an insurmountable wall of sound that not only overwhelms and conquers but also makes room for tantalizing solos, menacing slower passages, and of course, the neck-snapping groovy parts. With 'To Usurp the Thrones', Feral have once again showed why they're the irrefutable contenders to the Swedish death metal throne and have delivered one of the most accomplished albums in the style in recent times. Line up David Nilsson - Vocals Viktor Klingstedt - Bass Markus Lindahl - Guitar Sebastian Lejon - Guitar Roger Markström - Drums Artwork by Costin Chioreanu (Grave) Track listing 1. To Drain the World of Light 2. Vile Malediction 3. Deformed Mentality 4. Bound to the Dead 5. The Devouring Storm 6. Spirits Without Rest 7. Decimated 8. Phantoms of Antiquity 9. Soaked in Blood 10. Into the Ashes of History 11. Stripped of Flesh Release date - October 18th, 2024 https://www.facebook.com/feralswe https://www.facebook.com/transcendingobscurityrecords Thank you very much! Kunal Choksi Label owner Transcending Obscurity Mumbai, India For fans of : 200 Stabwounds, Sanguisugabogg, Carcass, Blood Duster, Macabre and Pungent Stench. While 2023's Discography of Debauchery collected Chained To The Dead's three pre-pandemic releases, Only Hunger Remains initiates a new blood-bathed trilogy featuring their relentless onslaught of horror-influenced Death Metal and thoughtfully-crafted tributes. Recorded at Backroom Studios with mixing and mastering by Kevin Antreassian (The Dillinger Escape Plan, Gridlink, Organ Dealer), Only Hunger Remains features artwork by Mortuus and includes 4 brand-new tracks as well as Blood Duster and Pungent Stench covers. Listen to the single "HE'S JUST MEAT NOW" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRsxZ9RJUPc Tracklisting: 1. Flesh Hunt 2. Eaten By Worms 3. She Bore A Brood Of Beasts 4. He's Just Meat Now 5. Blood Duster Double Feature 6. Games Of Humiliation (Pungent Stench cover) https://shop.horrorpaingoredeath.com/ www.facebook.com/horrorpaingoredeath Polish blackened sludge act FIASKO have unveiled the first track off their upcoming album “AMOK ꓘOMA”. Entitled “WNIWECZ” (translates to ‘Into Naught’). The single is accompanied by a music video created in collaboration with This Is Madness. This is the band’s first new track in almost five years. Watch “Wniwecz”: https://youtu.be/nsVbqlHhMvk Tomasz Mielnik, FIASKO’s vocalist and lyricist, said: ‘Wniwecz’ paints the picture of a delayed apocalypse that we - humanity - create for ourselves. We rush forward swiftly and carelessly, until the very end not seeing the steep cliff we are heading towards.” “AMOK ꓘOMA” will be released on 15 November 2024 in jewelcase CD format and via all major streaming platforms. It will also be available for purchase via Godz ov War Productions and Malignant Voices. Pre-order information coming soon. Comprising eight songs, the tracks are about death and love, love for death and the death of love. FIASKO started working on the album immediately after their last release, the “Mizantropolia” EP which saw the light of day in February 2020. The band’s efforts were hindered by the lack of a drummer, however, that was rectified after Tomek Walczak (Chainsword, Tankograd, Weedpecker etc.) was invited in 2023 to collaborate and arrange the drum tracks as a guest/session drummer. All instruments for “AMOK ꓘOMA” were recorded at Santa Studio under the watchful eye and ear of Mikołaj Kiciak. The vocals were recorded at Burning Tones by Adam Ziółkowski, who is also responsible for mixing the album. The recording was then mastered by Haldor Grunberg at Satanic Audio (Behemoth, Me and that Man, Gruzja, Thaw). The artwork to “AMOK ꓘOMA” was created by Robert A. von Ritter (Hooded Menace, Urfaust, Malokarpatan, Outre, In Twilight's Embrace) while the album’s booklet layout and design is the work of Paweł Marzec of Kontamination Design (Dimmu Borgir, Morbus Chron, Blaze of Perdition, Manbryne). “AMOK ꓘOMA” tracklist: 1. Spod spodu 2. Wniwecz 3. Tarantyzm 4. VII krąg 5. Sztuczne kwiaty 6. Śmierć krzywdziciela 7. Ciało obce 8. Maligna FIASKO is: Mielnik – lead vocals, lyrics Kozina – guitar Michułka – guitar Nawrot – bass guitar, backing vocals Walczak – drums (session) https://www.youtube.com/fiaskopolo https://www.facebook.com/fiaskopl/ Format: Digitale CD-EP / Fysieke CD-EP Label: Hell Records Released : September 27, 2024 Genre : Death Metal For fans of : Bolt Thrower, Gorefest, Atheist, Vader, Carcass and so on…. Born somewhere in the beginning of the new millennium, risen from the mud, blood and gore in Flanders, Belgium, we present you Solifugia, the lovechild of Centurial and Locusta. After some line-up changes this quintet showcases their affection for Death Metal in the vein of Bolt Thrower, Gorefest, Atheist, Vader and Carcass (some excellent name-dropping, is it not!?). With a demo (Arraneae Attack – 2001), an EP (Rampage of Brutal Revenge – 2008) and a full album (The Ultimate Promise of Evil – 2016) one can hardly say that they are very productive. 2024 however will mark the birth of the new EP “Ageless Sadism”, self-produced and mixed and mastered by the mighty Dan Swanö at Unisound Sweden. Tracklist: 01. Intro 02. Daybreak In Limbo 03. Disposition To Reign 04. All Spirits Enslaved 05. Sadistic Absolution 06. Innocence Slain 2023 SOLIFUGIA IS: Vocals : Peter De Clercq Bass : Johan De Vos Rhythm and solo guitars : Maarten Dheedene Rhythm guitars : Bernard Timmerman Drums : Edward Timmerman All guitars recorded at Dreetn’s Pigeonhole Vocals recorded at HQ Solifugia Drums recorded at Barefoot Studio, Ooigem by Arjan Bogaert All lyrics by Peter Produced by Maarten and Solifugia Mixed and mastered by Dan Swäno at Unisound, Sweden Re-amping by Stef Exelmans, Landegem Cover artwork by BuyCoverArtwork Art direction and design by Peej & Zowan Photography by Nicolas ‘Doedie’ Doutreligne at Pulsar Photography, Zulte Label coordination Hell Records https://solifugia.bandcamp.com/album/ageless-sadism The band tapped Decibel Magazine for the exclusive world premiere of FROSTBITTEN GALAXY, an album the outlet calls "fully wooly and rampaging." Listen now at https://www.decibelmagazine.com/2024/10/02/full-album-stream-mammoth-caravans-frostbitten-galaxy/ Frostbitten Galaxy will be out on October 4 on Blade Setter Records. Order the album at https://bladesetterrecords.bigcartel.com/ MAMMOTH CARAVAN has announced a string of live dates in support of Frostbitten Galaxy. See the band leave their trademark trail of destruction at the dates below: Oct 4th - Little Rock, AR @ Four Quarter Bar Oct 5th - Van Buren, AR @ Iron Horse Records Oct 6th - Memphis, TN @ Hi Tone Oct 11th - Cord, AR @ Field Of The Dead Fest Oct 12th - Fayetteville, AR @ Smoke and Barrel Oct 18th - Vicksburg, MS @ BB Club For a taste of MAMMOTH CARAVAN's commanding stage presence, watch the video for "Siege in the Stars," filmed live at The Anvil Sessions Holy Anvil Recording Co. in Fayetteville, AR. Watch the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6wDV1ExPP4 With a revamped lineup, a retooled sound, and a violent tale of mammoths in space, the band’s next offering promises to be their heaviest and most diverse material yet. Frostbitten Galaxy tracklist: 1. Absolute Zero 2. Cosmic Clairvoyance 3. Tusks Of Orion 4. Siege In The Stars 5. Prehistoric Spacefarer 6. Sky Burial Frostbitten Galaxy was recorded and mixed at Wolfman Studios by Jason Tedford, and mastered by Justin Weis at Traxworx. Album art by Tony Koehl Line-Up: Brandon Ringo - Vocals/Bass Robert Warner - Vocals/Guitar/Synth Khetner Howton - Drums All scream singing by Brandon Ringo. All clean singing by Robert Warner https://www.facebook.com/MammothCaravan The first single 'Your Worst Enemy' is out now and music video produced by Tuomas Saukkonen (Before The Dawn, Wolfheart, Dawn Of Solace) can be seen here: https://youtu.be/_R4o1oILl0A Vocalist Paavo Laapotti comments: ”We wanted to start with a fiery track with a lot of kick! The song is about an individual, that has been treated like trash for his whole life. Eventually enough is enough, his feelings take over and he seeks for a revenge. He releases his anger towards his bullies and lets them know their worst enemy. ” ”We started making of the album with this song and clearly each musician had a strong vision of the outcome. I think we succeeded in giving it the chaos it needed, both with the song and the music video.” Listen to 'Your Worst Enemy' on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/defiled-serenity-your-worst-enemy Track list: 1. Alkutaival (feat. Juha Tapio) 2. Voices from the Void 3. Exiled to Infinity 4. Death 5. Mortal 6. Within the Slumber of the Mind 7. Through the Chaos 8. Your Worst Enemy 9. Tears of Black 10. Unfaithful (Rihanna cover) (feat. Karisma) Recorded & mixed by Lauri Seppälä Mastered by Juho Räihä / SoundSpiral Audio Album cover by Nikos Stavridakis / VisionBlack Line-up: Paavo Laapotti - Vocals Jarkko Mäkelä - Lead guitar Lauri Seppälä - Rhythm Guitar Mikko Sormunen - Bass Arttu Airo - Drums Biography: Defiled Serenity is a melodic death metal band from Loimaa, Finland. It was founded by the vocalist and Before The Dawn frontman Paavo Laapotti in 2021. The band’s music is for the fans of old In Flames, Amorphis, Amon Amarth, Dark Tranquillity etc. Their sound relies heavily on the 90's melodeath sound, but with modern twists. The songs are filled with low growls, chunky guitars, beautiful melodies and tight rhythm sections. They released their first stand-alone single ”Voices from the Void” in 2022 and it has reached over 25,000 streams on Spotify alone. Since then, the band has been writing new material and now it's time to unleash their long-awaited debut album! https://www.facebook.com/defiledserenity KLAÏTON – “BEHIND THE RITUAL “ Format: Digital EP-CD / Physical EP-CD Label: Independent Release Tracklist: 01. Scavenger 02. Silence 03. Testament to Greed 04. Fearing the Other 05. Behind the Ritual Founded in 2013 by guitarists Erwin Wesdorp and Stefan Verdoorn from the disintegrated bands Polluted Inheritance and Burial. While looking for a drummer,Ronald Camonier (guitarist/singer of Polluted Inheritance) was asked to pick up the drum sticks. Steven Vrieswijk (bassist Polluted Inheritance) was the right person to pick up the bass and (almost) complete the band. What was missing was a vocalist who was found after some time in Gratien Versijpt.This Flemish Howler boy completed the whole picture to form Klaïton. The musical veterans of Klaïton make Oldschool Death Metal and have already built up a cult status in their immediate environment. This is due to the fact that they have not released an album or demo in all that time, and yet their performances are always packed. KLAÏTON...The GOD OF WEEDS will proliferate and dominate the earth! KLAÏTON is: Gratien Versijpt: Vocals Erwin Wesdorp: Guitar Stefan Verdoorn: Guitar Steven Vrieswijk: Bass Ronald Camonier: Drums https://www.facebook.com/Klaiton666 Label: Road To Masochist / Eggy Tapes Release Date: November 8th 2024 Genre: Blackened Deathgrind For fans of: Hellhammer | Axegrinder | Massacre | Wolvhammer Standing on the threshold of knowledge and confrontation, of understanding and terror…the steps head downwards, only the first few visible before the descent is lost in a sudden, impossible and impenetrable darkness as rich as kraken’s ink and as all consuming as the grave. The air beneath the archway’s keystone tastes of desperation and regret, a last, forbidding yet invisible barrier. But decisions have been taken and promises have been made. With a shuddering intake of breath you begin to move…one step, two steps…into the black. It has been six years since Nottingham duo Shrykull released their caustic, self-titled debut album, but finally the second chapter of their tale has been written…a cataloguing of the horrors of both inner and outer space, a journal of time spent Beyond Subconscious Realms. Opening in an imposing wall of reverberating sludge, ‘Blockading The Kingdom Of Infinite Space’ sets the tone for what is to follow, bursting from its swamp into a savage black/death metal attack, a tapestry of ripped flesh riffs held together by sinew and congealed blood. The two-piece band format helps to keep a sense of space within the Shrykull sound, meaning that while clinging onto the careering death train of ‘Id Hammer’, with its carriages of the damned swaying as it thunders down the buckled tracks of bone, you remain aware of vast, tortured landscapes surrounding you, nightmares flashing past as you ride punked up riffs into oblivion. Despite being constructed from the essential, stripped skeleton of drums, guitar and vocals, Beyond Subconscious Realms also manages to conceal hidden, abyssal depths within its frantic progress. With each track falling directly into the gaping maw of the next, there’s no exit door, no distracting light to draw you from the visceral tableau of the grotesque. Classic death metal traits rear up like rudely awakened ghouls from the murk of ‘Gateway Of Nightmares’ and in the aptly named ‘Chaotic Disforms Of Cosmic Misalignment’ these same death metal characteristics morph into something ‘other’ as the song shapeshifts like an agent of chaos or a crypt-bound creature of mind rending uncertainty of form. The tarnished majesty of final track ‘Collective Fugue State’ even reaches its blood stained hands towards a fading glimpse of beauty, bringing an unexpected aura of tragedy to Beyond Subconscious Realms’ final moments. The depth, dimensions and decimating power of Beyond Subconscious Realms were captured by Ian Boult (Wolvencrown, Foul Body Autopsy, Mage etc) at Stuck On A Name Studios – with Boult having done such fine work on Shrykull’s debut album, continuing with this working relationship was, in the band’s words, ‘a no-brainer’. It’s a decision that has reaped incredible rewards. The band also reached out again to artist Luke Oram (Sigiriya, Live Burial etc) to continue the work he began on Shrykull - and he has produced a stunning, expansive piece to adorn what is a genuinely exceptional album. Beyond Subconscious Realms will be released on CD and vinyl by Road To Masochist and cassette by Eggy Tapes, on November 8th. Prepare for bad dreams, harsh truths and even harsher riffs. Line-up: William Powell – Guitar/Vocals Kez Whelan – Drums/Vocals additional guitars on ‘A Glint In The Basilisk’s Eye’ and ‘Collective Fugue State’ by Kez Whelan https://www.roadtomasochist.co.uk/ https://eggytapes.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/shrykull In under two weeks, New Zealand unorthodox death metal ensemble ULCERATE will embark on their 34-date 'ECLIPSE DEATH' EUROPEAN TOUR. Tickets are running low for Athens, Berlin, Servants of Chaos Fest and London, while Mammothfest, Weiher, Leeuwarden, Wasquehal, Lyon, Madrid, Milano, Zagreb, Prague, Vienna, Istanbul, Budapest, Krakow, Warsaw are selling fast. The tour will kick off in the Netherlands on 12th October at Soulcrusher Fest, which is already sold out. During this extensive tour, ULCERATE will present their exceptional new album, "Cutting the Throat of God", in a live setting. For this expedition, ULCERATE will be joined by French extreme sludge band FANGE for select dates, and by Latin American black metal band SELBST on the tour's second leg. Following the recent release of SELBST's acclaimed third album, "Despondency Chord Progressions", this tour offers a rare opportunity to witness two of Debemur Mortis Productions’ finest artists showcasing their latest and greatest works live. Find tickets for the shows https://ulcerate-official.com/#tour ! ULCERATE drummer Jamie Saint Merat comments: "We are ecstatic to announce the full set of European performance dates in support of "Cutting the Throat of God". Joining us on select dates as special guests are the impeccable FANGE (France) and SELBST (Chile), which will make for an evening of blissful sonic torment not to be missed." SELBST mastermind N states: "I can assure you that the live members of SELBST and I are eagerly awaiting this. This is the next step we were waiting to achieve, and I can't see a better way to cross the threshold into live touring for the first time than with such great hosts as ULCERATE! Also, this would not be possible without the enormous support of DMP! As this is the first time that I will present my music on the old continent, we will cover a good part of SELBST's discography..." Eclipse Death European Tour Dates 12.10.2024 SOULCRUSHER FEST, NL 13.10.2024 MAMMOTHFEST, GR 14.10.2024 ATHENS, GR @ Kyttaro 15.10.2024 BERLIN, DE @ Urban Spree 16.10.2024 WEIHER, DE @ Live Music Hall 17.10.2024 DRESDEN, DE @ Kulturzentrum Strasse E 18.10.2024 SERVANTS OF CHAOS FEST, DE 19.10.2024 LEEUWARDEN, NL @ Neushoorn ++ 20.10.2024 PARIS, FR @ Petit Bain ++ 21.10.2024 LONDON, UK @ Oslo ++ 22.10.2024 WASQUEHAL, FR @ The Black Lab ++ 23.10.2024 NILVANGE, FR @ Le Gueulard Plus ++ 24.10.2024 LYON, FR @ Le Warm Audio ++ 25.10.2024 EX TENEBRIS LUX FESTIVAL, FR ++ 26.10.2024 CASTELLON, ES @ Sala Tal ++ 27.10.2024 PORTUGALETE, ES @ Estudios Groove ++ 28.10.2024 VALENCIA, ES @ 16 Toneladas ++ 30.10.2024 MURCIA, ES @ Garaje Beat Club ++ 31.10.2024 GRANADA, ES @ Sala Riff ++ 01.11.2024 MADRID, ES @ Sala Silikona ++ 02.11.2024 ZARAGOZA, ES @ Sala Lo Intento ++ 03.11.2024 BARCELONA, ES @ Sala Boveda ++ 05.11.2024 MILANO, IT @ Legend -- 06.11.2024 BOLOGNA, IT @ Alchemica -- 07.11.2024 LJUBLJANA, SI @ Menza pri Koritu -- 08.11.2024 ZAGREB, HR @ Mocvara -- 09.11.2024 NITRA, SK @ Nova Pekaren -- 10.11.2024 PRAGUE, CZ @ Black Pes -- 11.11.2024 VIENNA, AT @ Viper Room -- 12.11.2024 ISTANBUL, TK @ IF Performance Hall Beşiktaş 13.11.2024 BUDAPEST, HU @ Dürer Kert -- 14.11.2024 KRAKOW, PL @ Hype Park -- 15.11.2024 BIELSKO-BIALA, PL @ RudeBoy -- 16.11.2024 WARSAW, PL @ Hydrozagadka -- ++ with FANGE -- with SELBST Tickets: https://ulcerate-official.com/#tour https://ulcerate-official.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Ulcerate BLOOD INCANTATION have finally released a preview into their forthcoming album, ABSOLUTE ELSEWHERE. Its first movement, THE STARGATE is available today in its entirety across digital retailers and comes with an exquisite short film, THE STARGATE which was directed by award winning cinematographer Michael Ragen (Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities: The Viewing) and features mesmerizing analog fluid effects by Chris Parks (The Fountain). THE STARGATE short film is unlike anything you have experienced before. It presents the saga of a mysterious artifact and its victims in a hallucinatory synthesis of science fiction and folk horror, where mind bending imagery and unsettling atmospheres converge in a surreal tale of primeval blood magic, interdimensional travel and grotesque otherworldly technology beginning in the Dark Ages and journeying into voids of deep space. ABSOLUTE ELSEWHERE hovers at nearly 45 minutes, their longest full length recording yet, the album’s two movements – THE STARGATE and THE MESSAGE – are as confounding as they are engaging, exponentially expanding upon the formulas laid down by their scene-shattering debut Starspawn (2016) and landmark follow up Hidden History of the Human Race (2019). Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6N4rLtjPzH0 Listen to THE STARGATE here: https://BloodIncantation.lnk.to/AbsoluteElsewhereNe Genre : Black Metal (sung in dialect language) Label : Masked Dead Records / Sulphur Music | October 31st 2024 Voces Antiqui Sanguinis is a gathering between four Italian Black Metal bands whose peculiarity resides in the lyrics: each band sings in a specific regional dialect or autochthonous language. Although stylistically different, Strja, Ticinum, Kre^u and Vrim STRJA - Veronese (dialect language of Verona) TICINUM - Pavese (dialect language of Pavia) KRE^U - Barbaricino (native language of Barbagia, region of Sardinia) VRIM - Piemontese (minority language of Piedmont) The record release date is set for October 31st 2024, through Masked Dead Records and Sulphur Music. Printed as MC, Voces Antiqui Sanguinis is exclusively attached to the Sulphur Fanzine special issue "Linguas Diaboli", entirely dedicated to dialect and autochthonous languages in Black Metal music (Italian language only). Sale Points: - Four italian Black Metal bands; - Every band sings in its own dialect or autochthonous language; - Different styles of Black Metal; - To be released on October 31st 2024 by Masked Dead Records and Sulphur Music; - The MC edition it's exclusively attached to Sulphur Fanzine special issue "Linguas Diaboli". Tracklist: 1) Strja - Instrià 2) Strja - La Siora dei Troni e delle Site 3) Ticinum - La Cacia ad Godan 4) Ticinum - Pavia Brusa, la Stria 5) Kre^u - Accabbadòra 6) Kre^u - Ma^iardzas 7) Vrim - Ij Lìngher Vendicator 8) Vrim - L'òra ant el Kali-Yuga www.facebook.com/Strjaband www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092109806558 www.facebook.com/krehu.barbagia www.facebook.com/vrimblackmetal https://www.facebook.com/maskedeadrecords/ NEWS 29.9.2024
Heute
erscheint mit „Lightbearer“ die zweite Single des neuen BONJOUR TRISTESSE
Albums „The World Without Us“.
Hier geht es direkt zum stilvollen Lyric-Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSuubYtIk9c Mastermind Nathanael über die Idee hinter „Lightbearer“: "Der Song "Lightbearer" wurde von Michail Bakunins Religions- und Staatskritik inspiriert und stellt darauf aufbauend den Teufel nicht als Verführer, sondern als Befreier der vom Christentum unterdrückten Menschheit dar. Er wird zum Lichtbringer, der die versklavten Massen in die Freiheit führt. Der Song ist Teil des neuen Albums "The World Without Us" der Black Metal Band Bonjour Tristesse. Das Lyricvideo zu "Lightbearer" unterstreicht die gesellschaftskritische Dimension des neuen Albums." Das Album wird am 18. Oktober 2024 in verschiedenen Formaten (LP, CD, Tape, Digital) via SUPREME CHAOS RECORDS veröffentlicht und kann ab sofort hier vorbestellt werden: https://supremechaos.com/artists/bonjour-tristesse/ https://bonjourtristesse.bandcamp.com https://supremechaos.com/link/bonjourtristesse/ BONJOUR TRISTESSE, eine von Nathanael gegründete Black-Metal-Band aus Deutschland, ist dafür bekannt Melancholie, Introspektion und Gesellschaftskritik miteinander zu verweben. Der Name der Band spiegelt eine tief empfundene existenzielle Verzweiflung wider. Ihr atmosphärischer und depressiver Black Metal schafft eine intensive, emotionale Klangwelt, die den Hörer durch ihre Tiefe und Komplexität fesselt. Mit ihrem kommenden vierten Album „The World Without Us“ schließen BONJOUR TRISTESSE einen zwei Alben überspannenden Handlungsbogen ab, der mit dem Vorgängeralbum begann. Zentrale Themen sind die Kritik industrialisierter Zivilisationen und der Konflikt zwischen dem modernen Menschen und Natur. Als alleiniger Songwriter bearbeitet Nathanael diese Themen mit einer Mischung aus roher Gewalt, eingestreuten Melodien und manischem Gesang. Das Album kritisiert die zerstörerischen Auswirkungen entfremdeter Weltbeziehung moderner Gesellschaften und zeichnet ein düsteres Bild unserer dystopischen Realität. „The World Without Us“ kombiniert rohe Aggression mit melodischen Elementen, die oft in Richtung Raserei ausschlagen, während der sowohl verzweifelte als auch wütende Gesang eine beklemmende Stimmung aufrechterhält. Die Verweise auf zivilisationskritische Denker und existentialistische Schriftsteller fügen der kraftvollen Botschaft poetische Komponenten hinzu, welche dem Album mehr Tiefe verleihen. Tracklist: Running on Emptiness Lightbearer The World Without Us Against The Grain The Great Catastrophe Spielzeit 44:46 min https://supremechaos.com/artists/bonjour-tristesse/ https://www.facebook.com/BonjourTristesseofficial/ Out now! ASCIAN haben ihr neues Album veröffentlicht! ”SING TO ME, SWEET VOID” kann hier gehört und/oder bestellt werden: https://linktr.ee/Asciandoom “Sing To Me, Sweet Void” ist ein wahrhaftiges Highlight in der Schnittmenge zwischen Doom Metal und Post-Metal. Tracklist 01. Follow the Serpent 02. The Odium Palace (feat. Dima Dudko of White Ward) 03. The Golden Queen 04. Cold Sun 05. Threnody Spirals (feat Judith Ehreke of Unsoulicited) 06. Fra Lyset 07. Deathwish ASCIAN stehen seit ihrer Gründung 2018 für eine neue Ära im Doom Metal. Mit viel Herz und Leidenschaft vermischt das Quartett aus Braunschweig und Würzburg Doom, Black und Post-Metal zu einem hochemotionalen Gesamtwerk. Schonungslos erschaffen ASCIAN düstere Klanglandschaften, in denen sich Hoffnungslosigkeit und Melancholie vereinen. Schon ihr Debütalbum „Elysion“ (2020, Black Sunset) konnte Genreliebhaber wie Szenepresse begeistern. Hervorgehoben wurde vor allem die erdrückende Atmosphäre und das einzigartige Songwriting. In dieser Phase konnten ASCIAN mit ihrer einzigartigen Live-Show überzeugen. Dabei teilten sie sich die Bühne mit Bands wie HUNDRED YEAR OLD MAN, KHEMMIS, URZA und HEMELBESTORMER. 2024 sind ASCIAN zurück, um erneut jeglicher Hoffnung zu trotzen. Auf „Sing to me, Sweet Void“ bilden zerbrechliche Melodien, erdrückend-schwere Riffs und ein packendes Songwriting eine Symbiose. Von der Schönheit tiefster Trauer bis hin zur spürbaren Last, welche den Songs auf „Sing to me, Sweet Void“ innewohnen, gibt es beim Hören viel zu fühlen. Das spiegelt sich auch lyrisch wider. Denn auch wenn ASCIAN kein geschlossenes Konzept verfolgen, sind Themen wie Verlust und innere Leere in den Songs stets spürbar. Und obwohl sich die Atmosphäre wie ein grau-schwarzer Schleier ausbreitet, passiert auf „Sing to me, Sweet Void“ eine ganze Menge. In ihren Schattierungen sind die Braunschweiger abwechslungsreich und ergreifend - Sie lassen den zerbrechlichen Momenten ebenso ihren Raum wie den bedrückenden. Fans von MY DYING BRIDE, SHAPE OF DESPAIR, PARADISE LOST und sogar DER WEG EINER FREIHEIT und ALCEST sollten aufmerksam lauschen. Leave all hope behind - Misery is ahead! Victoria (BC) - Unorthodox Black Thrashers, TORREFY, have released new album Necronomisongs on Witches Brew. FFO: Skeletonwitch, Absu, Vektor, Witchery, Nocturnal Click the links below to stream and/or purchase the album. https://torrefy.bandcamp.com/album/necronomisongs-3 https://witchesbrewthrashes.bandcamp.com/album/necronomisongs https://witchesbrew.eu/en/products/torrefy-necronomisongs-cd https://open.spotify.com/album/5o4yl43p97tbCS12EaeDFb In the four years since the release 2020's Life is Bad, Torrefy have worked feverishly to create an album that would be nothing short of its masterwork. That masterwork is now realized in the form of Necronomisongs! Ripping Thrash and abrasive Black Metal are prime elements, yet the band's self-described unorthodox approach to composition has paid big dividends! The album slashes, burns, and genre-bends with unhinged ferocity, all without sacrificing an ounce of memorability. Track Listing: 1. Of Wind and Worm 2. Street Reaper 3. Corpseback Rider 4. Arachnomancer 5. Enslaved New World 6. Nature Vs Torture 7. Apex Shredatorr 8. Total Perspective Vortex Necronomisongs Credits: Recorded by Torrefy and Cody Baresich at Circle A Studios. Mixed by Cody Baresich. Mastered by Brad Boatright at Audiosiege. Album cover by Blackstory. Line-up: Adam Henry - Lead Guitar Ben Gerencser - Rhythm Guitar Simon Smith - Bass John Ferguson - Vocals Daniel Laughy - Drums About Torrefy: Torrefy is a black thrash quintet based in Victoria, BC, Canada. They are determined to spread their unique brand of unorthodox black thrash metal to a wider audience. Torrefy weaves elements of black, death, and thrash metal to create songs and albums with a distinct and powerful energy. https://www.facebook.com/Torrefy Listen to “Międzyczas”: https://youtu.be/JgVDlEbd0CA In the run up to the album's release, the band shared the singles “Idée Fixe” (listen via YouTube) and title track “Międzyczas” (listen via YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music and all other major digital platforms). The full album will be available via all major streaming services from midnight 28 September. Pre-save “Międzyczas” via digital platforms: https://bfan.link/ohg-miedzyczas “Międzyczas” is an evolution of Odium Humani Generis’ sound which started with 2020’s debut album “Przeddzień” (Cult of Parthenope) and 2022’s EP “Zarzewie” (Folter Records). The album is a journey that moves through the emotional stages of fear, disappointment, sadness and loneliness resounding in every song. Listeners may notice influences from bands such as Taake, Drudkh, Lifelover, Sacrilegium, Vemod or Furia; however, Odium Humani Generis goes a step further, adding subtle but clear references to sounds outside of the traditional spheres of black metal. Despite its melancholic character, the album is full of energetic moments that break the dark, introspective parts and give the music intensity. “Międzyczas” was recorded with Mariusz Konieczny at Heavy Gear Studio, and the album was mixed and mastered by The Fall (Owls Woods Graves, Hauntologist, Mgła (live)) at Skrzypłocz Studio. The unique graphic design was created by Emilia Śpiewak, and the band photos were taken by Radosław Chojnacki. Odium Humani Generis was established in 2015 in Łódź, Poland. The band comprises Biały on vocals and guitars, Murukh (ex-Fadheit) on drums, Bartos (Imperator, Pandemonium) on bass, Ominous (Nightbound) on guitars. Over the years, the band has toured with bands such as Carpathian Forest, Mgła, Spectral Wound and In Twilight’s Embrace, and supported acts such as Uada, Mortiis, Panzerfaust, Negative Plane, Ellende, Pillorian, Hate, Malokarpatan. OHG also performed at various European festivals including Under the Black Sun (DE), Throne Fest (BE) and Cosmic Void Festival (UK). Catch Odium Humani Generis live: Międzyczas Release Show w/ Angrrsth, Kurhan & Alembik 5.10.24 - Łódź, PL Blaze of Perdition, Odium Humani Generis, Shodan, Loathfinder 2.11.24 - Lublin, PL "Stella Pandora Tour" w/ Arkona & Above Aurora & Zmarłym 09.11.24 - Koszalin, PL 10.11.24 - Poznań, PL 15.11.24 - Gdańsk, PL 16.11.24 - Gostynin, PL 22.11.24 - Bielsko-Biała, P 23.11.24 - Wrocław, PL http://malignantvoices.com/ https://www.facebook.com/odiumbm Nashville (TN) - U.S. Melodic Black Metal horde, LENAX, have released new single, "WE ARE LEGION," on all digital platforms! Click the links below to stream/buy! https://lenaxmetal.bandcamp.com/track/we-are-legion https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGjmZAHw0TU "We Are Legion" is the second single, following "LEECHES," that will appear on the band's forthcoming full-length debut album, Infection. "We Are Legion" tells the story of a greedy magician who calls upon multiple demonic forces in an act of greed and a lust for power. Unbeknowst to him, the demonic forces assemble into the mythical LEGION, and overpower the would-be sorcerer. The second song released by the band in its current lineup, "We Are Legion" reflects the same core sound Venomous (vocals, guitar) explored during the band's early phase as a solo project. Tracked during the same sessions as "Leeches," the song features guitarist Mordred on bass guitar and session drummer Maikon Queiroz. The band is currently in the writing and recording phase for Infection, which will be released in 2025. Song Credits: Lyrics by: Venomous Music by: Venomous and Mordred Art Credit: John Sorrell Band Logo: Illia Karpenko Mix Engineer: Ilarion Ivanenko Maikon Queroz (Drums, session musician) Mordred (Bass on "We Are Legion") Bio: Lenax are a Nashville-based melodic black metal band that first emerged in November 2022 as the brainchild of guitarist and vocalist Venomous. The project evolved from a solo act into a full-fledged band known by a growing fanbase for their distinct blend of aggressive old-school black metal with esoteric and symphonic elements. Drawing inspiration from a wide array of black metal bands from established titans to the obscure, the "Big Four" of thrash metal, and even a dash of classic heavy acts like Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin, Lenax’s signature sound pays homage to their influences while establishing them as pioneers of something new altogether dubbed by Venomous as "cosmic horror fueled nightmares.” — an immersive sonic rumination on rebellion against religion, revenge, and self-realization through occult technology, with a distinct nod to Lovecraftian lore and the impending doom of the Outer Gods. Since releasing their debut EP Purity in October 2023, Lenax has garnered praise from both domestic and international press, with Rock Hard and Metalized featuring the band and The Metalverse lauding their ability to blend melody with black metal's raw power. Never losing an ounce of momentum, the band’s noses remain firmly on the grindstone as they prepare for a busy year ahead, with two new songs and accompanying music videos already in the works for 2024, preceding a full-length album slated for a 2025 release. LENAX is: Venomous - Vocals, Guitar The Silence - Bass Profana - Drums Mordred - Guitar, Backing Vocals https://linktr.ee/LenaxMetal Excerpt - "The Finnish lads are at their oddest and most obtuse on “Cold Lantern” while also betraying a kind of affective sensitivity that makes the staggering calamity all the more heartrending" DEVENIAL VERDICT – “BLESSING OF DESPAIR” For fans of: Ulcerate, Morbid Angel, Dysgnostic, Saevus Finis, Crown of Madness, Mithras Finnish dissonant/atmospheric death metal band Devenial Verdict return after nonchalantly dropping a staggering debut out of nowhere in 'Ash Blind'. Stunning everyone with its sheer magnificence and power, it was always going to be interesting to see where they go from there. And they've released a new full length that's not only a worthy follow-up but it's far more nuanced than anything they've done in the past. They've nurtured a sound that is inherently pensive and adopted an approach that's laden with suspense and intrigue; the sharp, ringing, dissonant tunes linger in the air like inverted scythes. The atmosphere remains emotionally charged which is already rare for this style, with the music being a lot more expressive and colourful in its shades of gloom over here. The songs, undulating gracefully in their intensity, showcase interesting and comparatively diverse variations without straying from their core sound which sees dissonance and atmosphere working in tandem. There's a sense of dark melancholia permeating their music which adds meaning and depth to this kind of music that can too easily be rendered soulless. Devenial Verdict have once again crafted a masterful, passionate album that pushes the sound in its own way while firmly establishing a distinct identity for the band. Line up: Okko Tolvanen - Drums Sebastian Frigren - Guitars Antti Poutanen - Bass Riku Saressalo - Vocals Artwork by Mariusz Lewandowski Track listing: 1. I Have Become the Sun 2. Garden of Eyes 3. Moon-Starved 4. Blessing of Despair 5. Shunned Wander 6. The Quietus 7. Solus 8. Counting Silence 9. Cold Lantern 10. A Curse Made Flesh Release date - October 4th, 2024 Thank you so much for your time! Kunal Choksi Label owner Transcending Obscurity Mumbai, India https://www.facebook.com/transcendingobscurityrecords https://www.facebook.com/DevenialVerdict The Last of a Dying Breed encapsulates everything that has made Under the Oak a relentless force in the metal scene. A perfect storm of traditional Heavy Metal and Thrash, the band’s latest work is as melodic as it is savage—ruthless, fast, and uncompromising. With nearly four decades of experience, the album's title aptly reflects the band’s steadfast dedication to keeping the spirit of old-school metal alive. The album includes ten original tracks that showcase Under the Oak’s signature sound. In true homage to their heroes, they’ve also included a special cover song that fans will instantly recognize. For the first time, the band has collaborated with guest musician Jan-Erik Johansen, who adds a unique twist with a standout triangle performance. Under the Oak continues to blaze a trail, pushing boundaries while staying rooted in the heavy metal tradition that defined their origins. The Last of a Dying Breed is not only a reflection of their storied history but a testament to the passion, grit, and brotherhood that drives them forward. Tracklist 1. Inner Truth of Denial 2. When the Sirens Call 3. Grim Reaper 4. Nightmare 5. Shadow of Darkness 6. The Last of a Dying Breed 7. Death by Cutlery 8. Keyboard Warrior 9. Playing Dead 10. Wobblehead 11. Ride the Sky (Cover) Discography: Ripped up by the Roots (2020) Rattus Norvegicus (2022) The Last of a Dying Breed (2024) Meet the Band: Jostein - Vocals (ex. Fury, ex Testimony) Marius - Drums (ex. Terrazone, ex. Mecalimb) Hillbilly Bill - Bass (ex. Excelsis, ex. Dressed to Kiss, also plays in Rövballebandet and Nostalgic Groove) Thomas Bolverk - Guitar (ex. Darkness, ex. Black Currant, ex. Images at Twilight, ex. Ragnarok, also plays in BOLVERK: and Venom tribute-band Welcome to Hell) Join the Thrashing Horde! Connect with Under The Oak: www.youtube.com/UndertheOak Swiss industrial prog-death metal trailblazers LETHAL TECHNOLOGY are thrilled to present the video for their fierce new track, “FORBIDDEN FLESH,” from their standout album MECHANICAL ERA, available now via Wormholedeath. "Forbidden Flesh," the opening track of Mechanical Era, thrusts you into a dark, apocalyptic, and icy sonic landscape. The technology that once served humanity is on the verge of rebellion, poised to overthrow its creators and dominate them instead. This track showcases the band's ambition to break free from conventions with their distinctive fusion of death, industrial, and progressive metal. Lethal Technology isn’t afraid to push boundaries, as evident in Sofiane Thoulon's hauntingly melodic vocals layered over death metal blast beats. Welcome to the world of Lethal Technology—where the future meets the ferocity of sound. Don't miss this sonic aggression! Dive into the dystopian world of Lethal Technology—watch the video here: Lethal Technology is a genre-bending behemoth, drawing inspiration from a diverse arsenal that includes Devin Townsend, Strapping Young Lad, Fear Factory, Dying Fetus, Dream Theater, video game soundtracks, and even a sprinkle of 80's giants like Genesis. This unique blend results in a sound that defies categorization, a monstrous fusion of technical prowess and raw aggression. www.youtube.com/@lethaltechnologyOfficial www.facebook.com/Lethaltechnology The debut EP from brutal death band EMASCULATOR is now available on CD via New Standard Elite. The physical release for THE DISFIGURED AND THE DIVINE comes days ahead of the band's first-ever live performance this weekend at Texas Domination Fest. Vocalist Mallika Sundaramurthy comments on EMASCULATOR's live debut, "We are really excited to have our first live performance on day two of Texas Domination Fest, which will also be our CD release party! We look forward to meeting our friends and fans there." EMASCULATOR is scheduled to play on Saturday, September 27 at 6:45 pm. For more details about the fest, visit https://www.texasdominationfest.com/ Order The Disfigured and the Divine at https://nserecords.bigcartel.com/ The EP will be available on streaming platforms on October 25. Digital preorders and streams of the first two singles - "In Resplendent Terror" and "Eradication of the Asuras" - are available at https://emasculatorbdm.bandcamp.com/album/the-disfigured-and-the-divine Watch the video for "Eradication of the Asuras" now at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sss17biOCHY The Disfigured and the Divine delves into themes of the Goddess in mythology and legend, womanhood and motherhood, overcoming obstacles, justice, spirituality, the human experience, and growing into power. Track Listing: 1) Ecstasy in Disseverment (of Self) 2) In Resplendent Terror 3) Thesmophoric Rites 4) The Unassailable 5) Eradication of the Asuras 6) Age of the Goddess 7) Supreme Void of Acephalous Being "The Unassailable" features a guest appearance by Vishal Singh, with chants by Swathi Kalahasti. Guest vocals on "Age of the Goddess" by Daniela Dahlien Neumanová. The Disfigured and the Divine was mixed & mastered by Josh Welshman. Guitar and bass were recorded by L.B. at Divine Retribution Studios. Vocals recorded by Tonda Smrčka at Seabeast Production. Drums recorded by Taylor Hahn at Hahn Audio. EMASCULATOR is an international collaboration of women with members from Czechia and the United States. The line-up comprises Mallika Sundaramurthy (Nidorous-NSE, Unfathomable Ruination, ex-Abnormality), Morgehenna (PoonTickler), Teresa Wallace (Cartilage, Muldrotha, Feast) and newest member Cierra White (Harboured, Oak, Ash & Thorn). EMASCULATOR is: Mallika Sundaramurthy - Vocals Teresa Wallace - Guitars Morgehenna - Guitars Cierra White - Drums https://www.facebook.com/NewStandardElite https://www.facebook.com/Emasculator Finnish Symphonic Doom Metal band INFIRMUM has released their sophomore album "FROM THE DEPTHS I CRIED". Early 2019 formed band has approached the genre in a unique and complex way. With a sound that explores aspects of classical music combined with the traditional weight and melancholy of Doom, they released their debut album "Walls of Sorrow" in 2020, followed by the EP "The Great Unknown" in 2022. In January 2023, they released the single "Sleep of Reason," which featured a music video. With the departure of vocalist Anna Rose in 2023, Brazilian singer Sabine Blodwin joined the band, bringing a new perspective from a different culture. Listen to the album on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/infirmum-fromthedepthsicried Guitarist and composer Timo Solonen tells about the album: "Some of the album songs were actually ready already when we released our previous EP but we didn't have time to finish them at that point. So the path has been quite long with this album. Many songs were also left out of the album because we didn't want to do a double album this time. Maybe some of those will be released in the future. But we'll see how it goes. Usually we start working with new material so that I make the raw version and send it to the rest of the band and then we start to arrange it as a band. We work mostly so that everybody does their parts by their own and luckily it's nowadays possible because band members live all around Finland. People have been asking for a new album for a some time now. And here it is! I believe and hope that the waiting has been worth it. We have plans to do live shows as soon as pieces come together with it. Live show is the thing in this kind of music. As the album was in production we had a clear vision to give more room for cello and Elya nailed it. Erna's keyboards also play a big role and lift up the different mood on the songs. After Sabine came in the whole band took several leaps forward and tha fact that she comes from totally different culture brings wonderful twist to the band's sound. Myself and Hanska went to Juho Räihä's studio to test some ideas for the drum tracks and I really love Hanska's style on drums! Joonas also gave several new ideas to the songs that brought in some diversity that they needed." INFIRMUM's music today can be described as profound and conflicted, exploring the darkest sides of human emotions, diving into the depths of madness, pain, sickness, and death, while still finding brief moments of hope, offering an atmospheric journey through the darkest corners of the human soul. Combining beauty and ferocity, their compositions are rich in textures and nuances with strong, reflective lyrics. The current lineup includes Sabine Blodwin (formerly of Moonwitch, Draconian Opera, Pettalom) – Vocalist, Taka Eliel (Sanctuary of Hate) – Vocalist and Bassist, Erna Siikavirta (formerly in Lordi, Children of Bodom as session keyboardist, Sinergy as session keyboardist, Arthemesia and Deathlike Silence) – Keyboardist, Joonas Siikavirta (Begrim) – Guitarist, Timo Solonen (Grain of Pain) – Guitarist, Hanna-Leena “Hanska” (Mourning Wood) – Drummer, and Elya – Cellist. Tracklist 01. Pact 02. Everlasting 03. Burn 04. Deception 05. Peace 06. Ephemeral 07. Icamiabas Vocals: Sabine Blodwin Growls and Bass: Taka Eliel Guitars: Timo Solonen Guitars: Joonas Siikavirta Keys: Erna Siikavirta Drums: Hanna-Leena Lassila Cello: Elya Produced by Juho Räihä and Infirmum Drums recorded at Fantom Studios by Samu Oittinen Other instruments and vocals at Infirmum Dungeon Single mixed by Tuomas Kokko at Electric Fox Single mastered by Samu Oittinen at Fantom Studios Cover artwork by Gogo Melone https://www.youtube.com/@infirmum https://www.facebook.com/InfirmumBand Experimental death metal duo THUNRAZ has announced a fall release for their newest album, INCINERATION DAY. The album is a collaborative effort between Estonia-based musician Madis Jalakas and US-based drummer Sean Rehmer (Dejecter). Madis comments on his newest collection of work, "Incineration Day is seven embittered pleas for a final end to a world that continually neglects, poisons, and kills its best and brightest. This album is for everyone whose gifts became a curse." THUNRAZ has tapped New Noise Magazine for the world premiere of the album's first single, "Incinerator." Listen now at https://newnoisemagazine.com/premieres/track-premiere-thunraz-incinerator/ The band has also shared a drum play-through video of the song at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYx0LkjSLGY Incineration Day is due out on November 22. Pre-order the album at https://thunraz.bandcamp.com/album/incineration-day Tracklisting: 1) Tyrant 2) Compactor 3) Fragile Automata 4) Incinerator 5) The Day After 6) Eastern Promises 7) Spiritual Self-Surgery Vocals, guitars & production for Incineration Day were done by Madis Jalakas in Tallinn, Estonia. Drums were recorded by Sean Rehmer at Storm Crow Studio in Kansas City, Missouri. An experimental death metal project headed by Madis Jalakas, THUNRAZ (thunder in Proto-Germanic) seeks to align itself with primal forces in order to break through personal, philosophical, and musical barriers. Most of the time a solo effort, other times with the aid of different musicians, THUNRAZ has released five uncompromising records since 2018. Incineration Day is the first to feature Kansas City-based drummer Sean Rehmer. THUNRAZ is: Madis Jalakas - guitar/vocals Sean Rehmer - drums https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063509051212 https://www.facebook.com/thunrazmetal/ Label: Ardua Music Release Date: September 27th 2024 Genre: Doom/Death Metal For fans of: Officium Triste | My Dying Bride | Paradise Lost | Saturnus I stand beneath the open sky, at the setting of the sun. The still waters stretch before me to the distant horizon and the clouds drift slowly across the vast canvas of the sky – a brilliant blending of deepest blues, rich purples, vivid red and warm orange. Yet for all the open vista, the space and freedom, I am trapped; suffocating in a labyrinth of black desperation. The cold walls of insurmountable sorrows and confusion contain me and I am imprisoned by past scars that have become infected, poisoned by the cruel, slow venoms of grief, loss and guilt. I built this maze, but I have long since forgotten the way to freedom… “Tainted by miasma, corrupting your heart Born from old pain, disrupted by taint In a haze you locked your heart…” - In A Haze – Marche Funèbre Fifteen years since the release of their debut EP, Norizon, Belgium’s monarchs of morose majesty, Marche Funèbre, are set to unveil their fifth full length album – After The Storm. Each release from this special band has seen them refining their art, becoming ever more adept at delivering crushing heaviness married to wonderful melodies that resonate within the empty chambers of a broken heart…and After The Storm continues that continual upward trajectory, claiming its place at the peak of their recordings with ease. Right from the opening track and first single, ‘In A Haze’ it is abundantly clear that After The Storm is so much more than ‘just another album’. The powerful production, mix and master from Martin Furia (Destruction, Nervosa, Toxik etc) is absolute perfection, so alive and vibrant that you can almost hear the hum of the amps and feel the floor shake with each thunderous crack of the snare. This sonic quality combined with truly impassioned performances and staggering song writing makes for a doom/death listening experience to be treasured. It’s difficult to select individual highlights from an album whose songs flow together like a river, on a seamless journey to the sea, all different but all inextricably linked. However ‘Stranded’, with its magnificent chorus is simply unforgettable, as is ‘Palace Of Broken Dreams’, which manages to capture the spirit of its evocative title so beautifully with deftly handled juxtapositions of mellow melancholy and thunderous emotion. But then the next time you listen it may be the circling guitar motifs of ‘Devoid Of Empathy’, like spreading ripples upon the waters of a drowning pool, that enthral, or the sweeping tides of sorrow and pain of regret of ‘After The Storm’ itself… On rare occasions a band may capture their true essence in an album, everything that is great about their unique character – After The Storm is one of those albums. Following the recording sessions for After The Storm, longstanding guitarist Peter Egberghs stepped down from the Marche Funèbre ranks, to be replaced by Fré De Schepper - and there could be no better album to begin the next chapter in the story of Marche Funèbre. Set for release on September 27th through Ardua Music, adorned in a stunning piece of cover artwork from Brooke Shaden, whose distinctive images have graced all of Marche Funèbre’s full length albums, After The Storm will be one of the doom/death metal releases of the year. Line-up: Arne Vandenhoeck – Vocals Boris Iolis – Bass/Vocals Dennis Lefebvre – Drums Kurt Blommé – Clean Vocals Fré De Schepper – Guitars *Guitars on After The Storm by Peter Egberghs *Piano on After The Storm by Fré De Schepper https://www.arduamusic.com/ https://www.facebook.com/MarcheFunebreDoom French melodic death metal outfit APOCRYPHAL have unveiled their second single “SWALLOW MY LIES” taken off their upcoming album “FACING THE END”, which is scheduled for release on 12 November 2024 via The Circle Music. The new single, as well as the full album, features Soilwork and The Night Flight Orchestra vocalist Björn "Speed" Strid on vocals. Watch the video to “Swallow My Lies” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJtlmR8LB4A The single is also available via all major streaming services. Pre-order the “Facing The End” album now via The Circle Music: https://thecirclemusic.gr/product-category/the-circle-releases/?filter_artist-name=apocryphal Pre-save the album on digital platforms: https://thecirclemusic.lnk.to/FacingTheEnd “Swallow My Lies is very representative of the band’s sound today,” said the band. “It has a good balance between power, rage, and these heady melodies which are our trademark. The chorus will not leave anyone indifferent, it anchors itself in the head from the first listen. The texts reflect the current global political landscape, and the influence of the media in public opinion among other things.” “Facing The End” will be the band’s first since the 1999 debut “Black Dreams of Silence” and will feature the powerhouse vocals of legendary frontman, Björn "Speed" Strid. It will be released in November 2024 in CD, vinyl and digital formats via The Circle Music. The artwork to “Facing The End” was done by Valnoir of Metastazis, while the mastering for the album was done by Nino Helfrich at Skull Tone Studios. The band said: “Our new album may come as a surprise to those who know us, but all the ingredients that make us unique are there. Perhaps less atmospheric, but more effective, the mix of melody and aggression will make every song stick in your head from the first time you listen to it.” Formed in 1992 as Post At Funerals, Apocryphal found their current name by 1994. Their early releases, including the 1995 demo "From Depths", showcased their blend of death metal, atmospheric, and progressive influences. After a period of inactivity following the release of their 1999 album "Black Dreams Of Silence", the band reformed in 2022 and recruited legendary vocalist Björn "Speed" Strid of Soilwork for their new album set for release in 2024. https://linktr.ee/thecirclemusic https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100048617926486&fref=ts DYING VICTIMS PRODUCTIONS is proud to present HIGH WARDEN’S highly anticipated debut album, ASTRAL IRON, on CD and vinyl LP formats. Hailing from Münster, Germany’s HIGH WARDEN was founded by vocalist / guitarist Alastair van Morgue-Gûl and drummer Sadistic Hammer in 2022. The first sign of life from this self-proclaimed “Morgul Doom Commando” was the demo Land of Stone, released in early 2023 by DYING VICTIMS. Initially hired as a live bassist, Lord Perish joined the band as a full-time member that year. With their lineup thus set, HIGH WARDEN prepare to ride into battle with their full-length debut, Astral Iron. The title serves as an aesthetic springboard for their idiosyncratic sound. Granted, HIGH WARDEN are influenced by legendary bands like Reverend Bizarre, Doomsword, Bathory, Manilla Road, Pagan Altar, Trouble, and Mercyful Fate, but their version of epic heavy / doom metal is as foreign as it is familiar: Slow Heavy Metal, as they accurately refer to it. Recorded live, Astral Iron pounds and pulses vibrantly, deploying riffs coursing and crushing barbarically before leaving wide-open spaces in anticipation of that next addicting slash of ancient steel. HIGH WARDEN’s tones match their execution – earthen and mossy, grit encasing clarity – and each of the album’s five primary tracks (“Burgfrieden” is a hauntingly serene synth interlude that gives way to feedback) lumber forward with epic aplomb and high adventure. The vocals of A. v. Morgue-Gûl are plaintive and poignant, illustrating tales mainly based on individual thoughts but suitably packaged as analogies to various fantasy works (like those of J.R.R. Tolkien), historical events, and legends & myths. Unbelievers only need to hear Astral Iron’s closing epic “We Shall Burn at Foreign Shores (The Choice of Achilles)” to witness the blanching power of HIGH WARDEN! Line-up: A.M. Vocals, Guitars S.H. Drums L.P. Bass From Münster/Germany Artwork: Spiros Gelekas Release date: 22nd November 2024 Release info: Regular edition on black vinyl, with insert, poster, sticker, postcard and download code. Special edition on clear/purple splatter vinyl, with insert, poster, sticker, postcard download code and patch. CD edition with sticker, obi www.dyingvictims.com https://dyingvictimsproductions.bandcamp.com/ Watch the music video: https://youtu.be/Qo3Qdab3-8I Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/serpentfire-waituntilthedark "Wait Until the Dark song is for those who can find tranquillity from darkness rather than light." The story of SERPENT FIRE began in 2022 when Jukka Piironen started after a long hiatus making new music again. He allready knew Jukka Mursu (Gorem, Vinnfrost, Nex Locus) and together they started studio project. Soon they had songs coming very rapidly and decided to record an EP with other players. Along came guitarist J.K Hel (ex- Man Eating Tree, Corpset), keyboard player Marco Sneck (Poisonblack, Chamelion) and Pete Karjalainen (Gorem) on the drums. The result is melodic death metal in it`s most melodic and agressive form and you can hear the coldness and melancholy of Northern Finland in every note! Main songwriters Jukka Piironen and Jami Heikkala has allready sharpened their writing pen again and new songs are on their way. https://www.facebook.com/serpentfire.metaband/ Watch a stunning music video made by Juha Nikupeteri: https://youtu.be/7-fuvTrzI6I "Mother Of Evil" is the first single from Boreal Grave's upcoming EP and also marks the band's debut release in collaboration with Inverse Records. The song's lyrics and composition reflect the timeless struggle between darkness and light, echoing the dark themes of the video game. According to the band, the song’s theme and heavy deathcore sound take the listener on a journey into the heart of evil, offering an unforgettable musical experience. The release will be accompanied by an official music video, which visually brings the song’s narrative to life. This single is a significant milestone in Boreal Grave's career and offers a taste of what's to come from their forthcoming EP, set to be released later this year. The band is eager to see fans' reactions and hopes that "Mother Of Evil" resonates with their audience as deeply as its dark themes have resonated with the band members. Follow Boreal Grave and prepare to dive into the darkness when "Mother Of Evil" drops Listen to 'Mother of Evil' on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/boreal-grave-mother Line-up: Henri Puoliväli-Oksala (Vocals) Ville Mahlamäki (Guitar) Matias Mattila (Guitar) Tomi Salo (Bass) Mikael Lamminmäki (Drums) https://borealgrave.bandcamp.com https://www.facebook.com/thrirbandofficial GHOSTHEART NEBULA – “BLACKSHIFT” Label: Meuse Music Records Release Date: October 17th 2024 Genre: Cosmic Doom Metal For fans of: Draconian | Saturnus | Darkspace | Shape Of Despair The secrets that we turned our gaze away from are all laid bare. We stand, soul shaken, before the enormity of reality; the impossible distances, the farthest shores, the endless night… There is not space in our heart for the overwhelming loneliness as the true scale of the arching, empty heavens permeates the pathways of our mind. In the end, for all our dreams and plans, all our tempestuous emotions, our loves and lies, our selfishness and sacrifice…in the end we were always nothing. “Our planet is a lonely speck in the great enveloping cosmic dark. In our obscurity, in all this vastness, there is no hint that help will come from elsewhere to save us from ourselves.” ― Carl Sagan, Pale Blue Dot: A Vision of the Human Future in Space There are albums that can thrill and excite, there are albums that can hold mirrors up to human thoughts and emotions, albums that can lead you away from reality for a short while – a break from the travails of life. And then there are albums that can overwhelm you with their depth, strength and vision. Blackshift is the second album from Italian cosmic doom metal band Ghostheart Nebula and to listen to its enveloping waves of sound and thunder is to tumble across the firmament, dwarfed by the magnificent magnitude of existence, to understand like never before the solitude and insignificance of the self. The listening experience begins with the introductory ritual of ‘VdB 141 IC 1805’ – waves of deep sorrow, shimmering sounds that wash you clean of all pretence. It leaves you with no hiding place from the futility and darkness of existence and in that realisation there is a fearful beauty…and then Ghostheart Nebula reveal themselves as the journey begins in earnest, down a winding staircase of acceptance, through flickering torchlight and shifting shadows. ‘Sunya’ glides from measured pace to breathless blast as dual vocals entwine and a guest solo from Diego ‘Didi’ Cavallotti (ex-Lacuna Coil) rises from the darkness, a spiralling mote of gold dust that leaves a breathtaking trail of light in its path. Another perfectly chosen guest appearance from Øysten G. Brun of Borknagar adds acoustic guitar textures to ‘Infinite Mirror’ as its regal riffs and towering drum beats conjure cosmic melancholy that spans the stars, transposing tragedy to an infinite stage – the resulting emotion almost too much too bear. Every song on Blackshift is an essential element of the sonic journey and every song is magical in its own right. The ego crumbles before the indisputable truths that are invoked by the wonderful interplay of instruments on ‘Blackshift’, the incredible deep, harsh vocal parts in ‘Traces’ reverberate as if the universe itself is speaking and the song thrums with a quiet, shaking desperation…and it all leads to the masterful dynamic shifts of ‘Orphan Of Light’, where the quietest moments hold as much power as the gargantuan riffs. And when silence finally returns you are left drained, stunned and broken; with Blackshift, Ghostheart Nebula have created an experience staggering in its scope and emotional power. Immaculately mixed and mastered by Øystein G. Brun (Borknagar, The Troops Of Doom, Sojourner etc) and adorned in the thought provoking artwork of Heike Langhans (Lord Of Shadows, Remina, Sojourner etc), every aspect of Blackshift has been carefully curated, the album as a complete entity sculpted into a monument that will stand resplendent through the years to come. Following in the footsteps of 2021s Ascension, Blackshift sees Ghostheart Nebula reaching higher, reaching further and touching greatness. Prepare to open your heart to eternity on October 17th, when Meuse Music Records will unveil this obsidian testament to infinite sorrows. Line-up: Lucia Amelia Emmanueli – Vocals Maurizio Caverzan – Vocals Panta Leo – Drums Aron Corti – Guitars Nick Magister – Guitars/Synths Bolthorn – Bass https://www.meusemusicrecords.eu/ https://www.facebook.com/ghostheart.nebula “ASBEST” is taken from their new album “NADIR” which was released last Friday via AOP records. GROZA (“storm”, “terror”) is a black metal band from Bavaria, Germany. Their sound is driven by emotion, anger and sadness, combining searing melodies, raging blast beats and melancholy induced clean guitar passages into a melodic, dynamic blend. Founded as a one-man project by singer / multi-instrumentalist P.G. in 2016, the band gradually grew towards a full band in the following two years, culminating in the self-release of their first effort - “Unified In Void” (2018) - which almost instantly gained attention and interest, leading to the signing to AOP Records shortly after. After 3 years of writing and intense live activity followed the release of the 2nd full length album “The Redemptive End” (2021), that was met with critical acclaim and overwhelming reception of fans alike, entering #78 of the German album charts consequently. Between releases, the band has extensively presented their craft live on stages all across Europe during various club shows, festivals and full-fledged tours across Europe. To date, GROZA has played 120+ shows in over 20 countries. Continuing to do so in the fall of 2024, the band will again tour Europe in support of the new album. https://www.facebook.com/grozaband/ The tour comes following a groundbreaking 12 months for Furia. They’ve been nominated for a prestigious Polish cultural award, Polityka’s Passport for their latest album, "HUTA LUNA", toured the whole country, and even performed a UK exclusive set at Fortress Festival. Norwegian Grammy (Spellemannprisen)-winning Gaahls Wyrd is fronted by legendary black metal vocalist, frontman, artist and composer Gaahl. Gaahl is known as one of Norway's most talked about and respected extreme metal musicians. His work with Trelldom, Gorgoroth, Wardruna and God Seed has been widely regarded as some of the best the black metal scene has had to offer. The French trio Aluk Todolo play intense and stimulant krautrock with noise rock elements. They hypnotize masterfully and this year’s masterpiece "Lux" is a perfect example. Tickets go on sale on September 27th at 10:00 AM CEST at www.knockoutmusicstore.pl (collector’s tickets). Tour Dates 19.12.24 - Wrocław, A2 20.12.24 - Gdańsk, B90 21.12.24 - Warszawa, Progresja 22.12.24 - Kraków, Hype Park https://www.pagan-records.com http://www.knockoutprod.net https://www.facebook.com/productions.knock.out Berlin (GER) - Avant-Garde Death Metal duo, INGURGITATING OBLIVION, in collaboration with No Clean Singing,have premiered forthcoming album, ONTOLOGY OF NOUGHT. Stream it now ahead of Friday's official release at the following link: https://www.nocleansinging.com/2024/09/24/an-ncs-album-premiere-and-review-ingurgitating-oblivion-ontology-of-nought/ Ingurgitating Oblivion will release long-awaited new album, Ontology of Nought, September 27 on CD, gatefold 2x12" vinyl, cassette, and digital formats via Willowtip Records. Pre-order: https://bit.ly/ontology-willowtip https://bit.ly/ontology-bandcamp Unsurprisingly, considering the band's acclaimed body of work to date, this is no run-of-the-mill Tech-Death album. The talented duo of guitarist and engineer Norbert Müller and vocalist, guitarist, and composer Florian Engelke have outdone themselves again on Ontology of Nought! Epic-length tracks ranging from 10 to 18 minutes fuse into a cohesive whole that awes with the band's characteristic technical flare and progressive, compositional brilliance. The impressive cast of session and guest musicians adds even more vibrancy. Hearing is believing. Though it has been seven years since the last Willowtip release, Vision Wallows in Symphonies of Light, the forthcoming opus unequivocally demonstrates that the wait has been well worth it! "You have fully delineated the subject of a universe of finiteness and change as well as the knowledge derived therefrom // Why should you be despondent in spite of all this, thinking that you are undone?" - Ingurgitating Oblivion The band released the following statement about the new album: “Ontology of Nought is the result of approximately five years of incessant work. It documents whatever has been instilled into Ingurgitating Oblivion and the two minds pulling the strings behind the scenes: Norbert Müller and Florian Engelke. Trying to pinpoint some trite conceptual undercurrent would be to defile the beauty of creation. It feels alienating to us talking about our music and lyrics, as these stem from dichotomic dynamics of meticulous planning on the one hand and perfect intuition on the other. In like manner, the lyrics cannot be explained further here, but listeners are invited to do some work themselves and take a plunge into what could potentially encapsulate the world or denote nothing at all. Musically, we just do our own thing, celebrating our Death Metal heroes, more progressive Rock, jazz, folk, classical music. We do not strive to stand for any particular brand, but we simply enjoy being torn down the torrent of haphazard ideas, premonitions, and visions. And that’s that." Track Listing: 1. Uncreation's whirring loom you ply with crippled fingers 2. To weave the tapestry of nought 3. The blossoms of your tomorrow shall unfold in my heart 4. Lest I should perish with travel, effete and weary, as my knees refuse to bear me thither 5. The barren earth oozes blood, and shakes and moans, to drink her children's gore Credits: Sound engineering, mastering and production by Norbert Müller. Album cover by Dmitriy Egorov. Guest appearances / Session musicians: Lille Gruber (Defeated Sanity) - Drums Ava Bonam - Vocals Chris Zoukas (Mentally Defiled, Sacral Rage, Violent Definition) - Bass Céline Voccia - Piano Daniel Agi - Recorder, Flutes Jan Ferdinand - Vibraphone, Guitars Tom Fountainhead Geldschläger - Guitar Solos Line-up: Norbert Müller - rhythm and lead guitars, sound engineering, mastering, all recording logistics Florian Engelke - lead composition, rhythm and lead guitars, vocals, Tibetan singing bowls https://www.facebook.com/willowtip https://www.facebook.com/IngurgitatingOblivionOfficial The man behind Valontuoja, Jal'zoroth comments the single: "Jään Tulen Alle plunges you into a realm of eternal night and infernal fire. This song is a dark odyssey, drawing you into the icy grasp of darkness and the searing embrace of flames. Feel the black river of your blood as it courses through your veins, chilling your heart while igniting your soul with an unholy fire. Let the eternal night shadows chant their dirge of infinity, where the cold embrace of death awaits. Embrace the void, where ice and fire collide, where your pain and longing are inseparable" Luonnon armoilla CD PRE-ORDER available here https://inverse-records.myshopify.com/products/valontuoja-luonnon-armoilla-cd-pre-order The first single 'Kodistani karkoitettu' can be heard here: https://push.fm/fl/valontuoja-kodistani Biography: Valontuoja, meaning "Bringer of Light" in Finnish, is the one-man black metal entity forged in the icy depths of Helsinki by the Jal'zoroth. Formed in 2024, Valontuoja channels the primordial essence of black metal, weaving a sonic tapestry that is both ferocious and hauntingly melodic. Valontuoja's soundscape is a maelstrom of raw, unyielding black metal fused with ethereal and melodic elements. Valontuoja conjures an atmosphere that is as brutal as it is beautiful, guiding listeners through the desolate realms of human despair and nature's unforgiving majesty Track list: 1. Kodistani karkoitettu 2. Jään tulen alle 3. Loista silloin kun muu maailma tuhoutuu 4. Vanhan valtakunnan raunioilla 5. Läpi läpinäkyvän 6. Sokeus joka hallitsi on pois pyyhitty 7. Kasva siellä, missä kaikki on tuhkana 8. Hengitä vihdoin puhdasta ilmaa Cover art by JTR Line-up: Jal'zoroth - vocals, guitars, bass & drums https://valontuoja.bandcamp.com https://www.facebook.com/Valontuojablackmetal In addition to the band, Samuli Raappana (Tuuliajo) contributed to the recording and mixing, while Tony Lindgren (Fascination Street Studios) handled the mastering. The album is released through the Finnish label Inverse Records. Listen to the album on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/hagalas-mentesreae Hagalas: Kalle Korhonen, vocals Antti Huovila, guitar JM Helenius, guitar Ville Uimi, bass TeemuKankainen, drums www.hagalasofficial.com https://www.facebook.com/hagalasofficial From their humble beginnings in 2012, RAPTORE have risen to the top of the true metal pack in the intervening decade. The band’s roots started with vocalist/guitarist Nico Cattoni, originally hailing from Buenos Aires, Argentina, and his first lineup released their first demo in 2014 and then the debut album Rage N’ Fever in 2016, which allowed RAPTORE to tour South America and open for such bands as Exciter and Enforcer. Then, not being able to find suitable musicians for a steady lineup, Nico decides in 2018 to move to Europe in order to give his band better opportunities and recognition. He set base in Barcelona and completed the lineup with three of the most talented musicians in the scene. While they were booked for festivals such as Pyrenean and Trveheim, unfortunately, the pandemic delayed those concerts until 2022. Meanwhile, RAPTORE were brewing their breakthrough record, the full-length Blackfire. Eventually released during the summer of 2022 through DYING VICTIMS, Blackfire literally EXPLODED with an excitement that simply could not be contained – and the international metal scene took notice. With the stage thus set, RAPTORE manage to magickally eclipse that feat with their third album, Renaissance. Truly titled, Renaissance is a tour-de-force of classic & classy HEAVY METAL steeped in all the black velvet and neon-lit chrome of the mythical ‘80s. So authentically rendered and passionately played, so rapturously engaging and dreamily transcendental, so simply AWESOME (and – again – explosive), it would not be remiss to suggest that RAPTORE somehow travelled through time and returned with a lost sacred scroll from 1986 or even 1989. Across its whip-tight nine tracks in 34 minutes, Renaissance spans a wealth of vintage metallic styles – smoothly cruising speed metal, Sunset Strip darkness, hard rock mysticism, juiced-up hair metal – and weaves them into a rich tapestry of moody & melodic metal that’s so silky and elegant at every turn, simple aesthetic pigeonholing doesn’t apply. Granted, RAPTORE are very much (and always will be) a metal band above all, but their songwriting and textural coloring have grown impossibly more on Renaissance: by turns, a more “mature” and yet also more “fun” version of themselves. The stained-glass organ & synth intro opens the headspace for the focused eclecticism to follow; there’s a brightness to their attack that soon submits to the shadows – not straight-to-the-abyss “darkness,” but not peering away from it, either – and the deftly layered, powerfully HUGE production allows RAPTORE’s musings to take on an even greater and more personal emotional heft. So, while Renaissance could be likened to the underdog metal that clawed its way onto the radio during the latter half of the ‘80s, Nico & crew exude a daresay smarter sensibility to their catchier-than-ever anthems. From masterclass to world class, RAPTORE are breaking the chains of their breakthrough record with that ever-crucial third album. How far Renaissance will go, we can only speculate, but it’s not unjust to suggest it stacks alongside other velvet metal classics like Don Dokken’s Up From the Ashes, W.A.S.P.’s Inside the Electric Circus, Whitesnake’s Slip of the Tongue, Warlock’s Triumph and Agony, the more serious moments to Slaughter’s Stick It to Ya, or even ‘80s KISS during theirs – as well as, of course, such cold-steel killers like Judas Priest’s Defenders of the Faith and Scorpions’ Blackout. Ready for this Renaissance? Line-up: Nico Cattoni – Vox & Guitar Jamie Killhead – Guitar & Backing Vocals Cristian Blade – Bass & Vocals Ángel Smolski - Drums From Barcelona/Spain Artwork: Subhuman Illustrations Release date: 22nd November 2024 Release info: Regular edition on black vinyl, with insert, poster, sticker, postcard and download code. Special edition on red/black marbled vinyl, with insert, poster, sticker, postcard download code and patch. CD edition with sticker, obi www.dyingvictims.com https://dyingvictimsproductions.bandcamp.com/ Formed in 2014, Xoth has garnered widespread acclaim for their intricate yet refreshingly memorable sound, most notably with their latest release, EXOGALACTIC. Xoth is thrilled to join the Occult Booking roster, home to some of the most innovative and boundary-pushing acts in metal, including Artificial Brain, Aeviterne, and Devoid of Thought. Dawnbreed Records released Exogalactic on November 3, 2023. https://xoth.bandcamp.com/album/exogalactic https://www.dawnbreed.com/ THRASHERWOLF – “INSIDE THE SICKENED MIND” Label: Independent Release / Vicious Witch Records Release Date: October 4th 2024 Genre: Thrash Metal For fans of: Metallica | Slayer | Kreator | Hirax We’re in a blood bowl, wading through obscenities and platitudes, trying to keep our heads above the gore. Puppet masters pull the strings and guide us into conflict – aiming our rage at others, stoking the flames of our indignation and wounded pride, while stealing the last crumbs of hope from our back pocket. But in the midst of the weeping, bleeding mannequins there’s a pack of wolves who have cut their strings. Their teeth are bared and they’re calling you to fight. The moon is rising and they’re howling out a call to arms, a call to revolution. It’s time to break your chains and join the pack, sink your teeth into the faceless gods of avarice and control! Thrasherwolf’s debut album, We Are Revolution, emerged into a world living in the shadow of the global pandemic, issuing its baleful howl into a society wracked with fear. Ramped up on frustration and adrenaline We Are Revolution was a welcome blast of fury that showed that Thrasherwolf were a band with passion, integrity and huge potential. Now, four years on, with human society still lurching from one crisis to the next, the wolves have returned and smashed through the ceiling of even their most ardent fans’ expectations. Inside The Sickened Mind is an awesome display of real thrash metal, with a broader scope, a more focussed vision and a devastating array of new weaponry. Every aspect of the Thrasherwolf attack has stepped up to the next level – from the superb individual performances to the gritty, organic sound, the battery of magnificent, irresistible riffs to the searing solos that are integral parts of the songs they adorn to the confident, expressive vocals. But what really sets Inside The Sickened Mind apart from the competition is the songs…Thrasherwolf have outdone themselves here. Opening shot ‘Final Act Of Aggression’ bleeds thrash spirit from every pore, while ‘G.B.H. (Gratuitous Bodily Harm) is a collision of Bay Area chugging muscle and demented speed and ‘Scream Til Death’ is an instant classic with its Metallica touched riffing, brilliant bass break and aura of accomplished maturity. Every song demands a headbanging response but they also have a carefully constructed topography – musical landmarks that seal the sonic journey in your mind; melodic progressions, wicked hooks, outstanding choruses, moments of utter class. From the teeth-grinding, brass knuckle pit action of ‘Shameless Loser’ to the dark melodies of thrash ballad ‘Haunted’ every song delivers more than you could ever have hoped for. And it’s left to the album’s closing, title track to demonstrate that there is still a well of huge potential for Thrasherwolf to explore. This multi-faceted epic is musically imaginative and hugely ambitious…but it works and provides a breathtaking end to a shockingly good album of masterful thrash metal. Inside The Sickened Mind was recorded with Andy Brook at The Brook Studios (Status Quo, Subhumans, Restarts etc) and mastered by Patrick W Engel (Candlemass, Destruction, Sodom etc) and that prestigious team has given Thrasherwolf the perfect sound for this magnificent set of songs. When Inside The Sickened Mind is released on October 4th, with a special cassette edition to follow in November via Vicious Witch Records, the whole thrash scene is going to sit up and take notice. With Thrasherwolf’s crazed mascot, Frank, brought to life on the front cover by Andrei Bouzikov (Municipal Waste, Nervosa, Autopsy etc), Inside The Sickened Mind is simply unmissable, essential thrash! Line-up: Daniel Lucas - Guitars/Vocals Jack Saunders - Guitars Raimonds Dobelis - Bass Zaq Razaq - Drums https://viciouswitch.com/ https://www.facebook.com/thrasherwolftheband/ Atlanta (GA) - MISANTHROPIC AGGRESSION are set to release their full-length debut album, INSECT POLITICS, through Boris Records. The album will be available exclusively on translucent 12" red vinyl LP, as well as digital, format on October 15. This offering of crust-tinged Black/Death Metal comes on the tail of 2020’s dual releases of the “Alcoholic Polyneuropathic Freaks in Hell” single and the COVID-19 Reset EP cassette, also released by Boris Records. The new album contains 12 all-new tracks mastered by Damian Herring. The title track is available to purchase and/or stream via Bandcamp: https://borisrecords.bandcamp.com/track/insect-politics An introduction to the album from the band: "We are more than pleased to finally be releasing the album of Insect Politics. The vision that ultimately became this recording was initially conceived in early 2020 immediately after production wrapped up on the 'Alcoholic Polyneuropathic Freaks in Hell' single. It feels almost an eternity ago that these events came to pass, with a global pandemic descending upon us and completely upheaving the state of the band, as well as the numerous life events that followed. The one constant in this time for Chris [T. Hammer] and Jake [Benedict], as our planned tour evaporated and local gigs dried up, was the prospect of recording the songs for release in our very first full-length. The actual composition of the tracks seems almost a blur, with three of the first songs written occurring in a matter of months in the early stages of the pandemic and being recorded and mixed by mid-2021, and the remainder of the songs being composed by late 2021. However, the production to finish recording that last set of songs proved a major challenge, as we set out to create our most ambitious and uncompromising structures yet. What resulted exceeded even our own expectations and initial vision. As we wrapped up post-production, both of us noted that this album truly represents an ending: a conclusion of what we initially set out to do in 2017, which was to marry our artistic influences — the Celtic Frosts and the Graves and the His Heroes are Gone and the Morbid Angels… and the Impetigos… — into a cohesive and novel expression which was singular, sharp, and pointed in its rebellion against the wrongs of humanity, and simultaneously broad in its footprint, sonic approach, and modes of worship. But, every ending is also a beginning, and we also realized that selections from this album contain the blueprint for the next era of the band. The assault will continue…." Track Listing: 1. Social Ruin 2. Insect Politics 3. Anger/Despair (Interlude) 4. A.S.S. III — The Borderland Wars 5. Bliss 6. La Canzone di Mary Woodhouse (Interlude) 7. The Gates of Hell 8. Boomer Death 9. Intentional Under Performance 10. Winner of the Franchise Wars 11. The Serpent and the Sickle 12. Eusocial Demesne Credits: Recorded and mixed at Hammer Studios, Smyrna GA. Mastered at Subterranean Watchtower Studios. Front cover insect art by Jeremy Snevil. Additional front cover and vinyl label components by Warhead Art. Album layout by Misanthropic Aggression with graphical assistance from Sam Leyja (Boris Records). Line-up: Jake Benedict -- Lead Vocals, Drums Chris T. Hammer -- Guitar, Bass, Vocals https://www.facebook.com/borisrecordsatl/ https://www.facebook.com/MisanthropicAggression PILLAR OF LIGHT – “CALDERA” For fans of - Amenra, God’s Tower, Cult of Luna, Neurosis Pillar of Light's music is weighty and drenched in melancholy and amid all the pain and sorrow, they have found a way to project light and hope when all seems lost. It is the case with almost every single song on this profound album, where the songs toil and churn and build up for a divine epiphany of sorts to take place, culminating in a blinding, freeing, all-cleansing white-light catharsis. Without this ponderous struggle, the backbreaking sludge/doom drudgery, any of the uplifting parts would lose meaning. As in life, both darkness and light have their place and one wouldn't be the same without the other. The raw emotions in the music and the underlying plaintive melodies are all too palpable, and the feeling is heightened in large part due to the burning intensity and desperation in the vocals. Pillar of Light have created an album that is poignant and more importantly relatable; it is soul-crushingly heavy, pinning down the mortal with the endless weight of struggle and torment and at the same time, invariably, ensuring that there's enough humanity in it for one to see things through. Line up Aaron Whitfield - Vocals, Lyrics, Synths Alex Kennedy - Guitars, Synths Scott Christie - Guitars James Obenour - Bass Eric Scobie - Drums Artwork by Mariusz Lewandowski Track listing 1. Wolf To Man 2. Leaving 3. Spared 4. Eden 5. Infernal Gaze 6. Unseeing 7. Certain End Release date - December 6th, 2024 https://www.facebook.com/transcendingobscurityrecords https://www.facebook.com/pillaroflightband Thank you very much! Kunal Choksi Label owner Transcending Obscurity Mumbai India "Cut the serpent’s head", the second album of CORROSIVE ELEMENTS is a collection of 10 powerful songs, designed for a more direct and dynamic approach, in the typical style of the band, a clever mix of Death and Thrash Metal, with tons of groove, anger and attitude. The new album was written collectively by the band in the rehearsal room, an old fashioned method that makes the music more immediate and impactful. With broad influences ranging from Thrash legends such as Slayer, (old) Sepultura and Exodus, Death Metal in the tradition of Entombed, Obituary, Carcass, Bolt Thrower and Napalm Death, and an addition of primitive energy derived from Hardcore Punk, The band is now ready to place this new offering on the altar of Extreme Metal. Conceptually, "Cut the Serpent's Head" is a cynical look at the destiny ofmankind, its race towards nonsense. A warning against the hegemony of organized religions, shady politics, decaying societies and the rise of social injustice. Stay tuned, the next few days will see more information about the artwork, release dates, formats and everything you need to know about this new album which will be produced by Crypt Of Dr.Gore and GreyveStorm Productions. https://linktr.ee/corrosiveelements Ice-T on the track: "For me COMFORTABLY NUMB is an introspective song — it's me acknowledging that I'm older now. I'm telling the younger generation, you've got two choices: you can keep the fire burning or you can give up. It's me trying to make sense of what's happening, but also pointing out that we're all in a place where we don’t have to face reality. We've got flat-screen TVs and popcorn, and we can just sit back and watch the chaos of the world like it’s a TV show. It doesn’t feel real until it shows up at your door. I’m a little numb, too — we all are.” David Gilmour on the track: "BODY COUNT's version of COMFORTABLY NUMB is quite radical, but the words really struck me. It astonishes me that a tune I wrote almost 50 years ago is back with this great new approach. They've made it relevant again. The initial contact from Ice-T was for permission to use the song, but I thought I might offer to play on it as well. I like the new lyrics, they're talking about the world we’re living in now, which is quite scary. Ice-T and Body Count played in London recently, sadly I couldn't make it, but if another opportunity came up to play with them, I'd jump at it.” Listen to COMFORTABLY NUMB here: https://bodycount.lnk.to/ComfortablyNumbSingleNe Pre-order the album MERCILESS here: https://bodycount.lnk.to/MercilessNe SWALLOW THE SUN have released another new single taken from their upcoming album SHINING out October 18th. Fans can now stream and watch the music video for MELANCHOLY. Juha Raivio comments on the new song: “This song talks about how melancholy can be comforting, safe and even a beautiful place. But when it turns into your God, it will surely kill you.” Mikko Kotamäki adds on “MelancHoly”: “I’ve heard these days people call great and catchy songs bangers. Well, this one truly is one.” SWALLOW THE SUN recently announced details surrounding their eagerly awaited new album SHINING out October 18th. The new record is produced and mixed by Dan Lancaster (Bring Me the Horizon, Muse, Enter Shikari, etc.), mastered by Tony Lindgren (Fascination Street Studios) and recorded by Juho Räihä at SoundSpiral Audio, except vocals recorded by Dan Lancaster. Juha Raivio adds on the upcoming album SHINING: “After our last album it soon became clear to me that writing another Moonflowers album will kill me. So, I made a quiet wish to myself that if there ever will be any new music then please have a little bit of mercy on yourself rather than be that infinite black hole that will suck out the rest of your remaining light and soul just for the sake of it. Musically this album shines like a glacier diamond and has that power and punch that feels like a kick in your face! While lyrically the album deals how fearing life will eventually kill you and how melancholy can become your God. Listen to the new single here: https://swallowthesun.lnk.to/Shining-albumNe Watch the music video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yq5Ho6NkqH8 KAIVS – „AFTER THE FLESH“ After the Flesh release date in October 18, 2024. For the age of darkness is upon us, and KAIVS leads the charge. As the world trembles in anticipation, KAIVS emerges from the shadows, ready to conquer all who dare to stand in their way. Brace yourselves, for a new Single in all plaforms "FOR SATAN YOUR FLESH FOR GOD YOUR SOUL" release September 20 2024, and Youtube Lyric Video August 16, 2024. Prepare for an onslaught of pure, unadulterated death metal fury as Brutal Records proudly announces the signing of Rome's very own purveyors of chaos, KAIVS. In a statement dripping with the venom of anticipation, the band declared: "We've inked a pact with Brutal Records, and it's time to unleash hell on a global scale. We're hungry to spread our darkness far and wide, and Brutal Records is the perfect conduit for our wrath. Brace yourselves, for KAIVS is here to conquer." With the ferocity of a ravenous beast, KAIVS delivers bone-crushing riffs, guttural vocals, and an unyielding barrage of sonic assault. Their brand of death metal is a testament to raw power, devoid of mercy or compromise. Inspired by the unholy sounds of the early 1990s Stockholm scene, KAIVS infuses their music with a relentless drive that cuts through the soul like a serrated blade. But KAIVS is more than just a mere echo of the past. They are pioneers of darkness, forging a new path through the charred remains of the old. With their upcoming debut album, "After the Flesh," slated for global domination in October 18, 2024 under the banner of Brutal Records, KAIVS promises to redefine the very essence of brutality. Led by the unholy trinity of Max Foam's demonic vocals, Tiziano Mortician's razor-sharp guitar work, Jacopo Simonelli's thunderous bass lines, and Leonardo Sastro's relentless drumming, KAIVS stands as a towering monument to the dark arts of death metal. AFTER THE FLESH 1. Koshercannibal 2. Beyond The Autopsy 3. For Satan Your Flesh For God Your Soul 4. Blooduniverses 5. Krushing All Altars 6. Sepulchrist 7. Blasphemer After the Flesh 8. Horrend https://linktr.ee/brutalrecords.official https://orcd.co/brut89661 https://orcd.co/brut89662 The new CORPSEFUCKING ART album, TOMATIZED, will be unleashed by Comatose Music on October 4th - a gloriously grisly collection of power-packed death metal tracks that open a gateway to an alternative universe of vegetable domination and human mutation! As the day of terrifying transformation approaches the band have unveiled an amazing new video for the album track 'A NIGHTMARE ON TOMATO STREET'! The brilliant film sees the band's psychotic mascot, Mr. Daisy, entering a world of classic arcade games, battling his bloody way to a climatic Corpsefucking Art concert! This really is a video not to be missed for death metal fans and arcade game aficianados alike! Immerse yourself in the mad, mad world of Mr. Daisy and experience 'A Nightmare On Tomato Street' at the Comatose Music YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JykVPFTIbI Tomatized was engineered and mixed by Alessio Cattaneo (Hideous Divinity, Satanika etc) and mastered by Stefano Morabito (Fleshgod Apocalypse, Hour Of Penance, Vomit The Soul etc) and features Corpsefucking Art’s greatest set of songs to date. When Comatose Music unleash this monster on the world on October 4th, resplendent in its Pierre De Palmas (Impetigo, Cliteater etc) artwork, heads will roll, bones will break, blood will flow…and cyclopic tomatoes will feast! https://comatosemusic.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sachertorture/ Polish blackened sludge purveyors FIASKO will self-release their second full-length album on 15 November 2024. Entitled “AMOK ꓘOMA” it comprises eight songs about death and love, love for death and the death of love. The artwork to “AMOK ꓘOMA” revealed today was done by Robert A. von Ritter (Hooded Menace, Urfaust, Malokarpatan, Outre, In Twilight's Embrace) while the album’s booklet layout and design was done by Paweł Marzec of Kontamination Design (Dimmu Borgir, Morbus Chron, Blaze of Perdition, Manbryne). The album will be available from 15 November in jewelcase CD format and via all major streaming platforms. It will also be available for purchase via Godz ov War Productions and Malignant Voices. Pre-order information coming soon. FIASKO started working on the album immediately after their last release, the “Mizantropolia” EP which saw the light of day in February 2020. The band’s efforts were hindered by the lack of a drummer, however, that was rectified after Tomek Walczak (Chainsword, Tankograd, Weedpecker etc.) was invited in 2023 to collaborate and arrange the drum tracks as a guest/session drummer. All instruments for “AMOK ꓘOMA” were recorded at Santa Studio under the watchful eye and ear of Mikołaj Kiciak. The vocals were recorded at Burning Tones by Adam Ziółkowski, who is also responsible for mixing the album. The recording was then mastered by Haldor Grunberg at Satanic Audio (Behemoth, Me and that Man, Gruzja, Thaw). FIASKO arose from the ashes of the Warsaw band So I Scream in 2014. In the beginning, the band’s music was akin to alternative metal with electronic elements. Following the release of its debut album “Głupcy umierają” in 2017, FIASKO underwent major line-up changes and, consequently – an even more significant change in musical style. As a result, reinforced with a new guitarist and bass player, the band recorded and released an EP entitled “Mizantropolia” in 2020. On this recording, black metal blast beats mix with slower, sludge/doom metal parts, and echoes of cold wave loom in the background. The whole piece is complemented with gloomy Polish lyrics. After a handful of gigs promoting the EP, the band parted ways with their drummer and slowed down their activities while the world went to a halt during the COVID pandemic. However, work on new material was progressing and the band entered the studio in 2023 to start recording “AMOK ꓘOMA”, an extension of the concept and sound initiated on the previous EP. The result is an album consisting of eight songs, clocking at just over 45 minutes and rooted in black metal and sludge genres. The lyrics – again written in the band’s native Polish language – constitute an apocalyptic melting pot of despair, nihilism and violence. Tracklist: 1. Spod spodu 2. Wniwecz 3. Tarantyzm 4. VII krąg 5. Sztuczne kwiaty 6. Śmierć krzywdziciela 7. Ciało obce 8. Maligna FIASKO is: Mielnik – lead vocals, lyrics Kozina – guitar Michułka – guitar Nawrot – bass guitar, backing vocals Walczak – drums (session) https://www.youtube.com/fiaskopolo https://www.facebook.com/fiaskopl/ On September 19th, IMPERIAL TRIUMPHANT have released a new standalone single with an accompanying video: EYE OF MARS. IMPERIAL TRIUMPHANT comments: "It is seen through the ages that universal truth rises to the top. With this in mind, leaders of civilization are divided in control methods deployed through various mechanisms, some for the sake of humanity and some for the sake of interests that don't necessarily benefit humanity. The sum total of the entire apparatus then reaches a boiling point, after which time agendas are revealed. On a much higher level exists that which lies beyond the five senses, beyond the science and materialism matrix. Many sacred texts worthy of protection by the people have endured while existing in relative obscurity as allegory. The knowledge gets passed down through generational cycles and ultimately makes visible that collective connection in all the world and all of us. This lights up the consciousness with a venerable force like electricity and music. Under the watchful eye, Mars slew the dragon, and seizing its teeth out of the great gaping mouth, scattered them broadcast like seeds unto us." Watch the music video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58IvVWKjKZQ Stream the new single here: https://imperialtriumphant.lnk.to/EyeOfMars-SingleNe The new album from Seattle's progressive blackened death quartet BLIGHTED EYE is out now and streaming on all major platforms. Agony's Bespoke is available via Beyond the Top Records on digipak CD, limited-edition vinyl, and digital formats. Order now at: https://linktr.ee/beyondthetoprecords Tracklist: 1. Tragoedia 2. The Wounding 3. In Emnity 4. Howls from Beyond the Mist 5. A Feast for Worms 6. Pallid 7. Nightingale 8. A Reverent Stillness 9. Agony’s Bespoke Agony's Bespoke was produced, mixed, and mastered by Alex Sedin. Cover art by Caelan Stokkermans. Hailing from the greater Seattle area, BLIGHTED EYE is a progressive death/black metal act featuring members from Aethereus, Mesmur, and Pantheist. The band interweaves crushing riffs and blastbeats with intricate, layered melodic work akin to Opeth, Swallow the Sun, Rotting Christ, and Dark Tranquility. Their musical journey aims to evoke a bespoke atmosphere that delves into the depths of the human psyche, exploring the haunting lyrical themes that reside within the darkest recesses of the mind. BLIGHTED EYE is: Christopher Jones: Guitar Kyle Chapman: Guitar, Vocals Ben Gassman: Bass John Devos: Drums https://www.facebook.com/BlightedEye With its blend of emotive postrock and slowcore, and passionate, heart-wrenching atmospheric black metal, ISLEPTONTHEMOON makes an absolutely perfect addition alongside much of Bindrune Recordings' roster, past and present. "It is with great joy that we welcome ISLEPTONTHEMOON to Bindrune Recordings! We are thrilled to begin this journey with their brilliant new album this year, as well as a vinyl reissue of their previous album next year."- Bindrune Recordings The band has released a video for the album's lead track, "Safety." Listen now at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g63gb6Ii6xw Bindrune Recordings will release Only The Stars Know of My Misfortune on November 8. Pre-order the album at https://shop.bindrunerecordings.com/ Track Listing: 1. Safety 2. Dimming Light 3. Maybe I Don't Know It Yet, But Good Things Are Coming Soon 4. I Belong To The Void 5. Like Dying 6. Keep Hidden Only The Stars Know of My Misfortune was written, recorded, and mixed by ISLEPTONTHEMOON. The album was mastered by Spenser Morris at SM Audio. Cover photo courtesy of Jesse Sewell via Unsplash. ISLEPTONTHEMOON Miserable Black Metal since 2016. https://www.facebook.com/bindrunerecordings https://isleptonthemoon.bandcamp.com/ Feast on it at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLFlpHYVDBU In celebration of the release of critically acclaimed album, Exhaust, Pyrrhon will perform with Inter Arma on four East Coast dates next week. Show dates are as follows: 9/24: Brooklyn NY - Market Hotel 9/25: Cambridge, MA - Middle East Upstairs 9/26: Philadelphia, PA - Milkboy 9/27: Washington, DC - Atlas Brew Works Willowtip Records released Exhaust September 6 on all digital platforms, as well as on CD, cassette, and vinyl formats! Purchase/Stream: https://pyrrhonband.bandcamp.com/album/exhaust https://willowtip.com/bands/details/pyrrhon.aspx https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BD-I4GwWYz0 Cabin Fever: The Making Of Pyrrhon’s Exhaust: Pyrrhon was stuck in mid-2023 after prolonged global unrest and personal changes. In 2020, their album Abscess Time arrived at the heart of the pandemic. In 2021, they went on one tour at the height of the Delta COVID wave before clubs started shutting down again. In 2022, they played a single show. In 2023, they had only three songs written for a fifth album. The band decided to shake things loose with a retreat. Armed with their instruments, psychedelic mushrooms, and a few bad movies, they rented a cabin in rural northeastern Pennsylvania in May 2023. The decision worked. The creative energy surged, and the band wrote three new songs over the weekend. “Initially, we just didn't seem to be able to strike the same intensity as past Pyrrhon records,” vocalist and lyricist Doug Moore says. However, the time in the cabin allowed the band to reconnect as musicians and friends. “It was a turning point for the record,” Moore says. “We didn't have enough material. We hadn’t spent that much time together, and it felt like we were able to rediscover who we are and feel the energy of the collaboration.” “We’d never done a creative retreat before, and it was so cool to write stuff on the spot,” guitarist Dylan DiLella says. “Writing stuff in the same room showed us that we don’t have to try as hard to create cool music. There was a lot of bashing our heads in this band, especially when trying to make this record. Going with the energy in the room helped us trust ourselves more.” Pyrrhon, which formed in New York City in 2008 when most of the band was in college, has always been classified as technical death metal for convenience. Their music, however, defies convention—even in the anything-goes world of 21st-century metal. Pyrrhon's music contains the musical prowess of Gorguts’s Obscura, the unrelenting rhythmic pummeling of Big Black, and the experimentation of free jazz. Moore’s lyrics - a combination of poetry and flash prose - are a welcome relief in an art form awash in stale cliches and genre tropes. Pyrron’s jarring and complex music - a true outlier when the band released their first album over a decade ago - requires attention and scrutiny, and demands replay. Pyrrhon’s fifth album, Exhaust, is not a concept record. However, many songs touch on where we are in 2024; people are overwhelmed and unable to catch their breath. The album was initially called “Exhaustion,” but drummer Steve Schwegler noticed recurring imagery about cars slowly degrading from overuse - an apt metaphor for an album exploring perpetual burnout. On a larger level, Exhaust is about things - machines or humans - being ground down and never recovering. It also hints at the exhaustion of staying sane in a world overrun with digital devices, social media, holograms, and artificial intelligence. “It’s about the experience of being pushed beyond your ability to sustain things,” Moore says. “We went through a pandemic, and now people act like it didn’t happen. We went through an attempted fascist insurrection, and now people act like it didn’t happen. It’s a sense of constantly juggling things and never having a handle on them. That feeling became a big part of this record and the imagery.” Pyrrhon’s songwriting process has always been democratic. On Exhaust, however, they wrote more material as a unit. In the past, one member wrote the framework of a song using a sequence of riffs or grooves. For Exhaust, Pyrrhon worked more collaboratively and wrote several songs as a group while jamming. “On the trip to Pennsylvania, we wrote as a group on the spot,” Moore says. “But even outside that, we wrote songs in our practice space. We have the same democratic principle as before, but what happened with Exhaust was that we all got better at realizing what works. It’s supposed to sound wild, but we’ve been a band for over 15 years, and the current lineup has been together for nearly a decade. The result was knowing what to do to serve the big picture.” “Exhaust sounds like a band playing together, which is tough for a technical experimental death metal band,” DiLella says. “That’s always been our goal, but we haven't achieved it until this record. It’s our tightest record, but in some ways, it's also the loosest. It’s easy to forget about the burning passion we all had when we started this band. We are all passionate music fans, and that is channeled into this band. We just have recently realized how lucky we are to have Pyrrhon.” Exhaust was recorded with longtime Pyrrhon producer Colin Marston in December 2023 at Menegroth, The Thousand Caves studios in Queens, shortly before the studio closed. The album benefits from the band members' other musical pursuits and life changes over the past four years. Moore joined the experimental black metal band Scarcity and became a software developer. DiLella joined the ascendant noise rock band Couch Slut and became a guitar teacher. Bassist Erik Malave studied library science. Schwegler finished college on the GI Bill and got an engineering job. “Our jobs and our lives changed a lot,” Moore says. “We almost had to figure out how to be a band again.” In Pyrrhon’s early days, the band often wrote about their adopted hometown of New York. Their debut album, An Excellent Servant But A Terrible Master, is, in many ways, an album about the city. In recent years, however, they have looked wider for inspiration - even to topics like American football. One of Exhaust’s standout tracks “Concrete Charlie” is loosely based on hard-hitting Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Chuck Bednarik, who exhibited CTE symptoms at the end of his life. “It’s outwardly about football but more about how a larger system used and discarded him,” Moore says. “It’s part of the American experience. These titans of sports and people lionized by American culture are turned into mulch by the end of their lives. Football is a microcosm of American life, and we lionize these men who achieve extraordinary things but are fundamentally being exploited.” A little more than a year removed from the cabin, Pyrrhon is reenergized and looking forward. “The pandemic and everything that happened honestly gave us a chance to pause for the first time since we’ve been a band,” DiLella says. “In the past, when albums were done, we started working on a new one. I’ve been reflecting on the band’s early days lately. We were kids when the band started. Now, I feel like we can work to our strengths more. I feel more confident and think the rest of the band does, too.” “I did a lot of soul-searching with Exhaust,” Moore says. “We've been through a time of great uncertainty. I tend to get into my head about this stuff. Now that our lives are more balanced, I feel it was all worth it.” - Justin M. Norton Track Listing: 1. Not Going To Mars 2. First As Tragedy, Then As Farce 3. The Greatest City On Earth 4. Strange Pains 5. Out Of Gas 6. Luck Of The Draw 7. Concrete Charlie 8. Stress Fractures 9. Last Gasp 10. Hell Medicine Line-up: Erik Malave - Bass Dylan DiLella - Guitars Doug Moore - Vocals Steve Schwegler - Drums https://www.facebook.com/willowtip https://www.facebook.com/pyrrhonband Release date : October 25th Genre : Black Metal Origin: France Label: Les Acteurs de L’Ombre Productions Network Distributor: Season of Mist / Plastic Head Digital Distributor: The Orchard D-DAY for AORLHAC who sees his trilogy of winds reissued!After a third single "Une Vie de Reclus" (extract from "L'esprit des vents") released two days ago, the 3 albums are now listenable on Youtube and on all download platforms! AORLHAC is looking back to the past, to their Occitan roots, either medieval and modern, narrating the History of the south of France and north of Italy and Spain. Occitan is not only a language but also a culture recounted in French by the band : they are respectful witnesses of their ancestors’ heritage. By the way, it's time to tell you about my October release! After "les Idées Blanches" released in 2021, SORDIDE will publish "Ainsi Finit Le Jour" on October 25th on Les Acteurs de l'Ombre Productions SORDIDE comes from the wet gutters of Rouen, Normandy. Since the release of its debut album through Avantgarde, back in 2014, the trio has been spitting a scornful and desperate anger in Moliere’s language under the motto NEITHER NAME, NOR FLAG. Since then, the band has multiplied albums culminating with the release of “Les idées blanche”, in 2021, and played throughout Europe and at Roadburn and Hellfest festivals. After travelling to Iceland and Finland, Sordide will release its fifth full-length, “Ainsi finit le jour”, on October 25th, 2024, through Les Acteurs de l’ombre, and its own collective, La Harelle. To present this abrasive opus, Sordide will tour in France, Switzerland and Belgium in October 2024, and in Europe in February 2025. Tracklist: 1 - Des feux plus forts 2 - Nos cendres et nos râles 3 - Le cambouis et le carmin 4 - Sous vivre 5 - Banlieues rouges 6 - La poésie du caniveau 7 - Ainsi finit le jour 8 - La beauté du désastre 9 - Tout est à la mort Duration: 53min40 https://lesacteursdelombre.net/product-category/bands/sordide/ This album has a variety of sounds, combining doom and death metal in a simple yet engaging way that will keep people listening. The lyrics deal mostly with spirituality, including the death of a loved one and the end of time. The EP's digital release date is on October 11, 2024 Tracklist 1. Time Draining 2. I Love The Dark 3. Long Night Of Silence For over a decade, Matt Krogen has been playing guitar and attempting to form a band, but finding long-term commitment from others proved challenging. With a deep interest in all rock and metal subgenres, a passion for doom metal emerged after discovering a 24/7 doom metal channel on YouTube. The song "Where Suns Turn to Grey" by Veil Of Conspiracy profoundly influenced him, inspiring the writing of lyrics and self-teaching piano. Krogen managed to secure assistance for vocals and album art, financing the album's production. He has released a hard rock album titled "Die Royal" and is currently working on a power-metal project called Melting Kandle. Additionally, he is awaiting the publication of his first sci-fi novel. As a multifaceted artist, Krogen continues to search for his place in the world. www.youtube.com/TimeConsumed https://timeconsumed.bandcamp.com/album/long-night-of-silence
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NEWS 6.9.2024DENOMINATION – „THE LAST COMPANION“ KEITZER – „ PANDEMONIUM HUMANITAS“ Auch mit der Planung für die nächste Printausgabe unserer „kleinen Klolektüre“, welche ja nun aller Wahrscheinlichkeit nach im Dezember kommen wird , sind wir nun komplett durch . So könnt ihr nun auch noch auf „nette“ Gesprächsrunden mit BOB BACHUS (Ex ASPHYX Drummer ) , DISASTER KFW und OVERLORD Aktuelles aus dem internationalen und nationalen Metalbereich findet ihr wie immer auch unter https://www.facebook.com/Undergroundfanzine/ ASCIAN bringen ihr neues Album “SING TO ME, SWEET VOID” heraus. Ein atmosphärisches Highlight zwischen Doom und Post-Metal. Die Braunschweiger haben nun eine weitere Single aus dem Album veröffentlicht. Das Video zu “Cold Sun” ist ab sofort verfügbar! Video zu “Cold Sun” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFPMZLnYG5Q Lyric-Video zu “The Odium Palace” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JcvsWPT8hDk Tracklist 01. Follow the Serpent 02. The Odium Palace (feat. 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Dabei teilten sie sich die Bühne mit Bands wie HUNDRED YEAR OLD MAN, KHEMMIS, URZA und HEMELBESTORMER. 2024 sind ASCIAN zurück, um erneut jeglicher Hoffnung zu trotzen. Auf „Sing to me, Sweet Void“ bilden zerbrechliche Melodien, erdrückend-schwere Riffs und ein packendes Songwriting eine Symbiose. Von der Schönheit tiefster Trauer bis hin zur spürbaren Last, welche den Songs auf „Sing to me, Sweet Void“ innewohnen, gibt es beim Hören viel zu fühlen. Das spiegelt sich auch lyrisch wider. Denn auch wenn ASCIAN kein geschlossenes Konzept verfolgen, sind Themen wie Verlust und innere Leere in den Songs stets spürbar. Und obwohl sich die Atmosphäre wie ein grau-schwarzer Schleier ausbreitet, passiert auf „Sing to me, Sweet Void“ eine ganze Menge. In ihren Schattierungen sind die Braunschweiger abwechslungsreich und ergreifend - Sie lassen den zerbrechlichen Momenten ebenso ihren Raum wie den bedrückenden. Fans von MY DYING BRIDE, SHAPE OF DESPAIR, PARADISE LOST und sogar DER WEG EINER FREIHEIT und ALCEST sollten aufmerksam lauschen. Leave all hope behind - Misery is ahead! https://www.facebook.com/AscianDoom IRON MAIDEN kündigen ihre RUN FOR YOUR LIVES WORLD TOUR 2025/26 an . Mit einer Setlist aus den karriereprägenden frühen Jahrzehnten und dem Versprechen der größten Show aller Zeiten! 50 Jahre nach der Gründung der Band im Jahr 1975. IRON MAIDEN werden ihre RUN FOR YOUR LIVES WORLD TOUR am 27. Mai nächsten Jahres mit zwei Nächten in Budapest starten, gefolgt von 27 Stadion-, Festival- und Arena-Shows in ganz Europa. Die Tournee markiert das 50-jährige Bestehen der von Steve Harris Ende 1975 gegründeten Band, und um dies zu feiern, wird Maiden-Fans eine ganz besondere Setlist versprochen, die sich über die neun Studioalben von “Iron Maiden” bis “Fear Of The Dark” erstreckt, zusammen mit ihrer spektakulärsten und aufwändigsten Show aller Zeiten! Die Tourdaten finden sich unten. Tickets gibt es ab Mittwoch, 25. September, 10 Uhr im exklusiven Online Presale bei CTS Eventim unter https://www.eventim.de/artist/iron-maiden/. Der allgemeine Vorverkauf beginnt am Freitag, 27. September um 10 Uhr. Wie gewohnt wird es einen exklusiven Pre-Sale für Mitglieder des IRON MAIDEN Fanclubs geben. Dieser startet bereits am Montag, 23. September, 10 Uhr. Weitere Infos dazu unter https://www.ironmaiden.com/. Trooper VIP Packages werden bei allen Shows erhältlich sein. Leadsänger Bruce Dickinson betont: „Das nächste Jahr ist ein ganz besonderes Jahr für IRON MAIDEN und wir werden unseren Fans ein einmaliges Live-Erlebnis bieten. Das ist eine Tour, die ein Lächeln auf dein Gesicht und ein Jubeln in deine Kehle zaubern wird. Wenn du uns schon einmal gesehen hast, kannst du dich bereit machen, dieses Erlebnis auf eine ganz neue Ebene zu heben. Wenn du uns noch nie gesehen hast: Worauf zur Hölle wartest du? Dies ist deine Chance, herauszufinden, was du verpasst hast! IRON MAIDEN wird euch definitiv kriegen!“ Manager Rod Smallwood ergänzt: „50 Jahre Maiden und ich bin seit 46 davon dabei! Mit weit über 100 Millionen verkauften Alben und fast 2500 Shows in 64 Ländern (Tendenz steigend) und unzähligen Millionen von Fans lieben wir noch immer jede Sekunde und betrachten jede Tour als neue Herausforderung, um unseren Fans etwas Neues und Aufregendes zu bieten. Und für diese ganz besondere Tour ziehen wir alle Register! Wir werden Klassiker und Fanlieblinge der ersten neun Alben, von ‘IRON MAIDEN’ bis ‘FEAR OF THE DARK’, spielen, von denen wir viele seit Jahren nicht mehr gespielt haben und viele, die wir wahrscheinlich in Zukunft nie wieder spielen werden. Wir haben bereits seit Monaten hart daran gearbeitet, eine noch spektakulärere und aufwändigere neue Show auf die Beine zu stellen, die die Songs mehr zum Leben erwecken wird, als wir es jemals zuvor konnten. Für IRON MAIDEN und natürlich auch für Eddie werden das ein paar gewaltige Jahre werden, und wir sind sehr aufgeregt darüber, was wir im Laufe unseres gesamten 50. Jahres für euch Fans noch in petto haben. Ich verspreche, dass ihr alle sehr glücklich sein werdet!“ Leadsänger Bruce Dickinson betont: „Das nächste Jahr ist ein ganz besonderes Jahr für IRON MAIDEN und wir werden unseren Fans ein einmaliges Live-Erlebnis bieten. Das ist eine Tour, die ein Lächeln auf dein Gesicht und ein Jubeln in deine Kehle zaubern wird. Wenn du uns schon einmal gesehen hast, kannst du dich bereit machen, dieses Erlebnis auf eine ganz neue Ebene zu heben. Wenn du uns noch nie gesehen hast: Worauf zur Hölle wartest du? Dies ist deine Chance, herauszufinden, was du verpasst hast! IRON MAIDEN wird euch definitiv kriegen!“ Guests auf der ersten Hälfte der Tour, inklusive der Outdoor-Shows in London und Dublin und mit Ausnahme der Arenen in UK, werden die amerikanischen Rocker Halestorm sein. Die zweite Hälfte der Tour bietet Schwedens Avatar als Gäste. Und schließlich wird die britische Metal-Band The Raven Age alle UK- und Irland-Shows eröffnen. Bei den Festivals gilt natürlich das jeweils angekündigte Festival-Billing. "RUN FOR YOUR LIVES WORLD TOUR 2025" 27. Mai – Budapest Aréna, Budapest, Ungarn (+) 31. Mai – Letnany Airport, Prag, Tschechien (+) JUNI 2025 01. Juni – TIPOS Arena, Bratislava, Slowakei (+) 05. Juni – Trondheim Rocks, Trondheim, Norwegen (Festival) 07. Juni – SR-Bank Arena, Stavanger, Norwegen (+) 09. Juni – Royal Arena, Kopenhagen, Dänenmark (+) 12. Juni – 3Arena, Stockholm, Schweden (+) 13. Juni – 3Arena, Stockholm, Schweden (+) 16. Juni – Olympic Stadium, Helsinki, Finnland (+) 21. Juni – Utilita Arena, Birmingham, England (**) 22. Juni – Co-op Live, Manchester, England (**) 25. Juni – Malahide Castle, Dublin, Irland (+/**) 28. Juni – London Stadium, London, England (+/**) 30. Juni – OVO Hydro, Glasgow, Schottland (**) JULI 2025 03. Juli – Eurockéennes Festival, Belfort, Frankreich (Festival) 05. Juli – Estadio Cívitas Metropolitano, Madrid, Spanien (++) 06. Juli – MEO Arena, Lisbon, Portugal (++) 09. Juli – Hallenstadion, Zürich, Schweiz(++) 11. Juli – Veltins-Arena, Gelsenkirchen, Deutschland (++) 13. Juli – Stadio Euganeo, Padova, Italien (++) 15. Juli – Bürgerweide, Bremen, Deutschland (++) 17. Juli – Ernst Happel Stadion, Wien, Österreich (++) 19. Juli – Paris La Défense Arena, Paris, Frankreich (++) 23. Juli – GelreDome, Arnhem, Niederlande (++) 25. Juli – Deutsche Bank Park, Frankfurt, Deutschland (++) 26. Juli – Cannstatter Wasen, Stuttgart, Deutschland (++) 29. Juli – Waldbühne, Berlin, Deutschland (++) AUGUST 2025 August – PGE Narodowy, Warschau, Polen (++) + = Halestorm ** The Raven Age ++ = Avatar IRON MAIDEN sind derzeit noch unterwegs, um die letzten Dates ihrer gefeierten “The Future Past Tour” zu spielen, die sie Anfang des Monats nach Australien und Neuseeland führte und nach Shows in Japan, Kanada, den USA, Mexiko, Kolumbien, Chile und Argentinien dann im Dezember in Sao Paulo, Brasilien, mit zwei Konzerten im gigantischen Allianz Parque Stadium enden wird. https://www.ironmaiden.com/ Sweden's melodic death trio AGAINST I revealed the tracklisting and cover artwork for their new album, SONGS FOR THE DYING. Songs for the Dying picks up where Destruction Lullaby - released in May 2024 - left off. The album offers lethal doses of aggressive and melodic death tinged with shades of industrial and atmospheric metal. Cover art for Songs for the Dying (shown above) by Sander Kapper. Tracklisting: 1. Bound in Blood 2. Depraved Lust 3. A Hymn for the End 4. Crimson Queen 5. Eternal Slumber 6. From the Beyond 7. Father of Lies 8. Judgement of the Damned 9. Praise the Dead 10. Scorched Earth 11. The Blackest Night AGAINST I will release Songs for the Dying on November 29. AGAINST I was founded in 2022 by Fredrik Keith Croona known as vocalist and founder of Cynical Existence and ex-vocalist of Menschdefekt. Together with Mathias Back (guitars) and Anders Ström (drums), they fuse elements of metal and hints of electronic parts into a cacophony of aggression and melodies. In 2023 the band released their debut album Carnival of Excess on Advoxya Records. 2024 saw the release of two EPs, Perfect Smile and the follow-up Destruction Lullaby, which took the band in an entirely new direction. Line-Up: Fredrik Keith Croona - vocals Mathias Back - guitars Anders Ström - drums https://www.facebook.com/againstIband Release Date: September 20, 2024 - Europe/UK Ocober 04, 2024 - USA/Japan Label: Total Metal Records Format : 2024 Remaster, Limited Edition Coloured Vinyl comes in cover with renewed artwork, soft-touch lamination, and embossed logo, including printed innersleeve with full lyrics, restored for the first time. For the first time on vinyl, the fifth full-length studio album by cult German Thrash Metal band. Necronomicon was perhaps sometimes known as a 'poor man's Destruction', but they had their moments, most notably 1988's "Escalation". There are still comparisons to be made to Destruction, especially as Volker's vocals still persist in their painful pinch a-la Schmier, but the riffs seem to have come into a life of their own. Much of "Construction Of Evil" has a tight, consistent flow to it, a steady violence, fun tracks like "Stormbringer", "Paralizer", "Bone Daddy" and "Hard Pain", loaded with well-meaning guitars, flighty leads and bitter, biting vocals. The album adheres very strongly to the original mixture of aggressive vocal shouts and melodic riffing observed on their early albums, but with a much cleaner production and a bit of an awareness of the newer German Power Metal acts that came out of the mid to late 1990s such as Paragon and Iron Savior. This is particularly noticeable in the peculiar sound and character of the lead guitar tracks. Naturally, the mix here is far superior to what they've done before, from a technical standpoint. The instruments are very well-balanced, the vocals at the forefront without robbing the guitars of their power. Likewise, the band’s mastery of the gang chorus is almost enough to put Anthrax and Overkill to shame. The lead and gang backup interchanges on the chorus sections of “Fiction” and “Paralizer” succeed in being twice as bombastic as what was heard on “Taking Over” or “Among The Living”, while being just a little too aggressive for much of the German Power Metal scene. Stylistically, the variation in approach from song to song mostly hearkens back to the mid to late 80s approach, mostly being dominated by speed songs with the occasional slower rocker and token half-ballad. "Alight" and "Hills of Dead" have a lot of German pre-Thrash elements and NWOBHM leanings. “Terrorist Attack” definitely carries some heavy Accept influences, as well as a gloomy piano line which is fairly uncharacteristic for a straight Thrash Metal outfit. “Fireball” has this sombre acoustic line to it that meshes with some standard Power chord riffing to form a middle ground between Anthrax and Bad Religion. It’s certainly the catchiest and vocally melodic of what’s on here, but occasionally kicks in the speed to keep it from being a straight power ballad. To the prospective shopper of faster Metal with a taste for the old school, this is something that can appeal equally to fans of Old-school Thrash Metal, early US Power Metal and early German Speed Metal. The only thing that the latter two groups of fans should consider is that Freddy Fredrich’s gravely vocal style is more akin to the semi-melodic shouts of Kreator and Destruction than the less dirty melodic vocal approach of Rolf Kasperek or Udo Dirkschneider. But for fans of German Thrash Metal, this is far superior to what most of their scene has been offering in the first decade of the current century. Tracklist: Side A 1. Stormbringer 3:41 2. Hard Pain 3:43 3. From Hell 4:06 4. Alight 2:38 5. Hills of Dead 4:32 6. Paralizer 3:18 Running time: 22:04 min. Side B 1. Terrorist Attack 5:49 2. Fiction 3:47 3. Fireball 3:28 4. Bone Daddy 3:20 5. Insanity 1:24 6. Possessed Again 4:39 https://totalmetal.metalscraprecords.com/ Label : Pagan Records Release date : 20 September 2024 The debut album from Untervoid, which features members and ex-members of bands such as Hate, Thaw, Mentor, Azarath among others, is out now! Following the acclaimed self-titled 2018 EP released via Osmose, Untervoid delve deeper into the abyss with “Parasite”, a concept album exploring the multifaceted role of humanity as a parasitic force on both society and the planet. From the suffocating pressures of social constructs to the looming threat of ecological collapse, “Parasite” delves into the anxieties of our time. Rooted in the shadows of the Cold War, the album confronts the spectre of inevitable destruction, painting a bleak yet compelling portrait of a world on the brink, echoing Nevil Shute's On the Beach. Formed in 2015 by Destroyer (Redemptor, ex-Hate, ex-Kriegsmaschine) and Adam Sierzega (Armagedon, Azarath (live)), the band appeared, with a full concert line-up, at the prestigious, completely sold-out Merry Christless concert series following the release of their debut EP. Untervoid have steadily built a reputation for their intense and uncompromising sound, finally crafting a sonic behemoth - “Parasite”. In 2024, Haldor Grunberg (Thaw, Mentor) joined the band as a third member. The “Parasite” session began with drums recorded at Monochrome Studio, with Haldor Grunberg as the sound engineer, in December 2019. The rest was created, over the following years, at Rockstarguitar Studio and recorded by Destroyer. The saxophone parts and some vocals were recorded at JPM Studio, with Michal Pijocha as the sound engineer. The mixing was handled by Haldor Grunberg/Satanic Audio. The album was finally mastered at Audiosiege Studio. The album cover and graphic design were created by Sars. Tracklist: 1. Parasite 2. 23 3. Downfall of Angels 4. Abyss Gazes Black 5. Ruiner 6. Swarm 7. Azure Agony 8. Last Shore Untervoid are: Destroyer - Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Synths, Saxophone Adam Sierżęga - Drums Haldor Grunberg - Bass https://www.pagan-records.com https://www.facebook.com/untrvd/ AydrA - Unveil third single "DESERTER" and final details of comeback album "LEAVE TO NOWHERE" FFO: Death, Sadist, Atheist The wait is nearly over — after two decades of silence, cult death metal act AYDRA is set to return with their highly anticipated comeback album, Leave to Nowhere. Following a revival of their entire studio discography and rare material via Rude Awakening Records, AYDRA is poised to make a powerful statement in 2024. The third and final single ahead of the album release is “Deserter,” out on September 22, 2024. This track explores the brutal realities of mandatory conscription in Eritrea, offering a glimpse into the album’s overarching concept. Leave to Nowhere tells the harrowing tale of a migrant’s journey from Africa to Europe, capturing the pain, struggle, and hope of those seeking a better life. Fans can pre-save “Deserter” here: https://ditto.fm/deserter-aydra Video première here: https://youtu.be/0-vWhmbXR5Y In addition to the album’s release, AYDRA is preparing to hit the stage for select live shows, reuniting old and new members. Returning to the lineup are Andrea Mastromarco (bass on Hyperlogical Non-Sense) and Marcello Lammoglia (guitar on Icon of Sin), with more live performance details coming soon. Leave to Nowhere will be available in digipack CD format and as a limited-edition colored vinyl, with only 200 hand-numbered copies available worldwide. Pre-orders are now open via Rude Awakening Records and directly from the band. The album is set for release on October 10, 2024. Tracklist: Three Minutes Walk Deserter Black Skin and Red Sand They Waste a Throne Lost Between Two Lands Make Slaves You Can’t Talk Anyone Leave to Nowhere Forever Hide Psycho Pain Control 2024 Stay tuned for the triumphant return of AYDRA — a band ready to reclaim their place in the death metal pantheon with this thought-provoking and intense concept album. https://www.facebook.com/rudeawakeningrecs/ https://www.youtube.com/@aydraofficial https://www.facebook.com/Aydra The big questions will be revealed in "MALEFICIA", the new creation by INCANTVM which will be released in February 2025 via My Kingdom Music. Compared to the debut, in "Maleficia" there will be new illustrious guests that we will announce in the next few days and who have joined the historical nucleus composed by Vittorio Sabelli (DAWN OF A DARK AGE, A.M.E.N., NOTTURNO) and Tenebra (DREARINESS), while musically their Avant-garde Black Metal is contaminated by new facets that make it absolutely unique in the international musical scene. Here's what Vittorio Sabelli revealed to us: "I didn't think I could give a sequel to "Strigae". It was a complete story, a sort of film script that developed sequentially up to the epilogue. Then, when you don't expect it, some souls wake you up during the night with the hope that you will give them a voice, a semblance, that you will make the truth known by granting them a second life. And this above all to obtain justice, truth and even revenge against those who pointed the finger. "Maleficia" begins where "Strigae" ends, and stylistically, and as a concept, it is enriched with further details." Credits: photo by: Riccardo Ziosi model: Carlotta Vignocchi model: Manuel Casari https://linktr.ee/mykingdommusic https://www.instagram.com/incantvm_black_metal/ Forged in a crucible of traditional heavy metal and doom, an international metal supergroup named ANCIENT FURY has emerged, ready to bring a unique dual-lead vocal onslaught on the world. A lyric video for eponymous new single, "Ancient Fury," is available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ArO0Es5MlM "Ancient Fury" is also available on Bandcamp, along with another new track, "Trail of the Fiend." https://ancientfury.bandcamp.com/album/ancient-fury Members of the quintet are Dario Beretta (Drakkar, Crimson Dawn), Justin Biggs (Sorcerer), Arkadius Kurek (Wheel), Edo Sala (Folkstone) and Melissa Pinion (Stygian Crown). Beretta, the visionary for the project, sought to create an old-school sound in the vein of both classic and contemporary traditional heavy metal bands, from Dio and Cirith Ungol to Grand Magus and Atlantean Kodex. He connected first with Pinion, who suggested a male and female lead vocalist in the lineup. Pinion felt Kurek, who she met while performing together at the 2022 “Hammer of Doom” festival in Germany, would be the perfect choice to join her on vocals. Biggs, Sala and Pinion had already collaborated with Beretta on various charitable recording projects. The band has produced a three-song sampler mixed and mastered by Mattia Stancioiu at Elnor Studio in Magnago, Italy. With an emphasis on infectious guitar riffs, an intricate rhythm section and haunting voices, the songs tell historic and mythological “battles of the sexes” - ranging from the power struggle of King and Lady Macbeth as well as the ill-fated romance of Helen and Paris of Troy. All images by Arkadius Kurek. Line-up: Dario Beretta - Guitar Justin Biggs - Bass Arkadius Kurek - Vocals Edo Sala - Drums Melissa Pinion - Vocals https://linktr.ee/ancientfury https://www.facebook.com/ancientfurymetal "PATH TO OBLIVION" is the title of the new album realized by the cult Doom Metal band EPITAPH Today we unveil its artwork realized by the extraordinary artist Luciana Nedelea, and the tracklist that is: 1. Path To Oblivion 2. Embraced By Worms 3. Condemned To Flesh 4. Nameless Demon 5. She's Reborn In Blasphemy 6. Voices Behind The Wall 7. Kingdom Of Slumber 8. Fall From Grace The album will be released in different formats [digipakCD, LP (black and colored vinyl), tape, digital] and it's available for PRE-ORDER at https://shorturl.at/RtoNK EPITAPH, one of the longest-lasting bands of the entire Italian scene, is going to present one of the next big things within the Dark Doom Metal movement thanks to an overall epic and gloomy feeling, mixed with the natural dark atmospheres of their old school Doom Metal. First work to have Ricky Dal Pane (singer of the band Witchwood) behind the microphone, this is definitively an album for fans of Candlemass, Pentagram, Solstice, Solitude Aeturnus, Black Sabbath, Trouble. The journey to oblivion is about to begin. Doom Metal, Dark, Progressive and Esotericism will be the coordinates.DOOM ON!!! Line-up: Mauro Tollini: drums Nicola Murari: bass Lorenzo Loatelli: guitars Ricky Dal Pane: vocals https://www.facebook.com/epitaph.doom https://linktr.ee/mykingdommusic Portland (OR) - Progressive/Traditional Metal outfit SLEEPLESS have released a lyric video for "LOST STAR," the second single from forthcoming album, THROUGH ENDLESS BLACK! FFO: Watch Tower, Nevermore, Anacrusis, Witherfall, Sanctuary, Fates Warning, Hades. Check it out at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hL5-dNytaXU SLEEPLESS are set to release Through Endless Black, their second full-length album, on October 31! The album will be available on vinyl and digital formats through Necromantic Press Records. The CD version will be released on Metal Warrior Records. Soon after the release of critically acclaimed, 2022 full-length debut album, Host Desecration, writing team Eric Sexton-Dorsett and Kevin Hahn dug in deep with a single minded purpose: to create a world class metal album that shows exactly what SLEEPLESS is all about! Through Endless Black is just that! The album leans into the band's Trad Metal roots, infused with the technical flourishes and spashes of Doom that collectively create the SLEEPLESS sound! "With each tune we would picture someone dropping the needle onto a record," explains Sexton-Dorsett. "Could they nod their head to the song and have it repeating in their mind the rest of the day?" Mission accomplished! The band also introduced their first guest vocal appearances by legendary punk vocalist Jerry A of Poison Idea and master metal vocalist Sean Peck of Denner/Sherman, Cage, and Death Dealer! SLEEPLESS is back with one hell of an album in Through Endless Black! Pre-order: https://sleeplessmetal.bandcamp.com/album/through-endless-black Track List: Side A: 1. Call To The Void 2. Cult Of The Narcissist 3. Consumed By Vengeance 4. Exist Another Day (Feat. Jerry A) 5. Where Fear Lives Side B: 6. Through Endless Black 7. Lost Star 8. Transcending The Obsidian Throne (Feat. Sean Peck) 9. Lessons In Tongues 10. Dreams Of Mortal Ruin Credits: Guest vocals on Exist Another Day by Jerry A. Guest vocals on Transcending The Obsidian Throne by Sean "Hell Destroyer" Peck. Additional keys by Fernando Ruiz. Recorded at Opal Studio, Portland Oregon 2024. Produced by Eric Sexton-Dorsett and Kevin Hahn. Engineered by Kevin Hahn. Released by Necromantic Press Records. Distributed in Europe by Metal Warrior Records. Artwork by T.J. Barber. Line-up: Eric Sexton-Dorsett - Rhythm Guitars, Bass Guitars, Backing Vocals Kevin Hahn - Lead Guitars, Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals, Keys Eric Detablan - Drums Hixon Sexton-Dorsett - Bass https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063634957182 https://sleeplessmetal.bandcamp.com/ Dutch blackened death metal outfit MISANTHROPIA unveils their latest macabre masterpiece with the video for "RIVER DUMPLINGS," a track from their critically acclaimed album "ENVY THE DEAD," out now via Wormholedeath. In true Misanthropia style, this grim tale weaves through history’s darkest corners, unraveling the sinister story of Amelia Dyer, the notorious Victorian-era "baby farmer." "River Dumplings" | The Dark Tale of Amelia Dyer In the shadowy corners of Victorian England, darkness didn’t only lurk in the city's damp dungeons or hidden sewers. Even the quiet villages concealed unspeakable horrors. One such darkness came in the form of Amelia Dyer, a trained nurse who twisted the trust placed in her. For 30 years, Dyer preyed upon society's most vulnerable—infants. Paid to care for them, she instead let hundreds perish from malnutrition, neglect, and worse. When their lives were snuffed out, they were wrapped tightly, as if in a grim ritual, and tossed into rivers like discarded parcels. Strangled by white cords, these "bundles of joy" floated in canals and bays, victims of a system and a woman who should have protected them. What awaited these children was not just humanity's apathy, but perhaps something darker. Lurking in the waters were monstrous beings—figures that weren't entirely human. Were they the twisted manifestation of Dyer’s evil, or something else? Not all monsters wear men’s faces; some wear the guise of women. Stream the Full Album "Envy The Dead" Here: https://orcd.co/envythedead MISANTHROPIA is no stranger to sonic devastation. For over 20 years, they’ve carved a path through the metal scene with their unique blend of Blackened fury and Death Metal aggression. Their longstanding partnership with legendary producer/engineer MIKE WEAD (Mercyful Fate, King Diamond) continues on ‘ENVY THE DEAD’, ensuring a potent and punishing listening experience. "Envy The Dead" is a concept album that conjures a dark, gritty atmosphere inspired by historical horrors like Jack The Ripper and necromancy. Moving away from symphonic elements, it embraces a progressive Death/Thrash vibe with influences from Dimmu Borgir, Cradle of Filth, Necrophobic, Mayhem, and Death. Mike Wead (Mercyful Fate, King Diamond) is behind the engineering, mixing, and mastering Line up: Bram Koller-Rythm Guitars and Vocals Dennis Schoenmaker-Rythm And Lead Guitars Pepijn Heilbron-Bass Hugo de Waal-Drums www.youtube.com/@misanthropiaofficial4167 www.facebook.com/666misanthropia ASCIIMOV – “HANDS OF NECROMANCY II” Label : The Order of the Yew (Darkwoods) Formats : CD / Digital Release Date: 29/10/2024 Genre : Orchestral Medieval Dark Synth Neofolk from Spain Overwhelming second full-length studio album by Asciimov, the most masked and hermetic project of the brilliant musical shapeshifter NHT (As Light Dies, Aegri Somnia, Deemtee...), a vast musical epopee composed as the original soundtrack for the acclaimed dark fantasy first-person retro-shooter Hands of Necromancy II... Developed for PC by Frechou Games and HON Team and just launched via Fulqrum Publishing, Hands of Necromancy II, the second chapter of the acclaimed dark fantasy first-person retro-shooter inspired by classics such as Heretic and Doom, is now available on major online gaming platforms: Steam, Epic Games, GOG... Follow the adventures of the great necromancers Acheron and Phaedra through over 70 minutes of deeply personal neofolk, rich with the fantastical and medieval dark dungeon atmosphere and an impressive orchestral cinematic score, it’s as if the dark folk of Heilung, Faun or Wardruna were fused with the compositions of Basil Poledouris for “Conan the Barbarian”, Howard Shore for “The Lord of the Rings” or Hans Zimmer for “Gladiator”, an epic masterpiece that will captivate, not only fans of the video game, but also followers of neofolk, dark synth and music inspired by fantasy, role-playing games and sword and sorcery literature... Released as a unique limited edition, Hands of Necromancy II is presented in a lavish oversized 4-panel digifile with an exclusive soft-touch matte laminate, complete with a printed cardboard sleeve to protect the CD and a free digital download card... www.darkwoods.eu www.facebook.com/asciimov Chicago (IL) - Progressive Tech-Death stalwarts, GIGAN, in partnership with No Clean Singing, have premiered "TRANS-DIMENSIONAL CROSSING OF THE ALTA-TENUIS," the second single from upcoming album, ANOMALOUS ABSTRACTIGATE INFINITESSIMUS. Click to stream below! https://www.nocleansinging.com/2024/09/17/an-ncs-premiere-gigan-trans-dimensional-crossing-of-the-alta-tenuis/ The new single will be available September 20 on all digital platforms! Anomalous Abstractigate Infinitessimus, GIGAN's first album in seven years, will be released October 25 on CD, Ltd edition CD long box, vinyl, cassette, Ltd edition four-album cassette boxset, and digital formats via Willowtip Records. Pre-order: https://bit.ly/anomalous-willowtip https://bit.ly/anomalous-bandcamp Speaking to the new album, GIGAN’s founding member, guitarist, sole-songwriter and lyricist; Eric Hersemann, had this to say: “Anomalous Abstractigate Infinitessimus is a perfect expression of where GIGAN is as a band and where we are headed into the future. Like all GIGAN songs, our emphasis is on creativity and limitless imagination, while still working within the realms of interwoven madness and colorful technicality combined with the oppressive elements of misanthropic dissonance and crushing brutality. Any fan of GIGAN, or any fan of genuine Metal music that is completely fearless and without pretentious delivery, is in for a mind-bending treat.” Track Listing: 1. Trans-Dimensional Crossing of the Alta-Tenuis 2. Ultra-Violet Shimmer and Permeating Infra-sound 3. Square Wave Subversion 4. Emerging Sects of Dagonic Acolytes 5. Katabatic Windswept Landscapes 6. Erratic Pulsitivity and Horror 7. The Strange Harvest of the Baganoids 8. Ominous Silhouettes Cast Across Gulfs of Time Credits: All music, lyrics, vocal patterns and concepts: Eric Hersemann. Recorded and mixed by Sanford Parker at Palisades Studio and the Hypercube in Chicago, IL. Mastered by Collin Jordan at Boiler Room. All album art and layout: Max Winter (Teratogen) Line-up: Eric Hersemann - All electric, acoustic and bass guitars, theremin, otomatone, synths, lyrics, concepts and madness. Nathan Cotton - Drums, percussion and Sunny weather. Jerry Kavouriaris - Vocals and violence. Bio: Since 2005, GIGAN has been an unsung vanguard of abstract and creatively dissonant extreme metal. Pushing boundaries and never compromising the artistic vision throughout the debut EP and subsequent four full-length albums has led GIGAN to be considered an unwavering force of both innovation and extremity. It has been almost seven years since GIGAN has released new music and the time spent away has only honed and sharpened the still-deadly blades of creativity for which GIGAN has always been known; while also infusing fresh elements not yet heard within the GIGAN Universe. The results of GIGAN’s current hard work is the new beast of an album entitled Anomalous Abstractigate Infinitessimus. https://www.facebook.com/willowtip https://www.facebook.com/Giganmusic/ "Blackened Skies" offers a glimpse of what's to come from DECIMATOR'S upcoming album, "'TIL THE ENEMIES ARE GONE", set for release on October 4th, 2024, via Wormholedeath Records. Recorded in a single day at Powell Lane Studios in Coogee, NSW, the album is built on tracks composed by a lineup that only performed live once, injecting a raw and unpredictable energy into their sound. Combining the ferocious grooves of modern metal with the blistering riffs of classic thrash, 'Til The Enemies Are Gone is a must-listen for metal fans everywhere. Tracklist 1. Burn The Truth 2. The Rock 3. Legions 4. Phantoms 5. Blackened Skies 6. The Blade 7. Decimator 8. Killdozer Line-Up: Lance Holland-Keen - Guitars/Lead Vocals Bon Lowe - Drums/Backing Vocals Coen Winchester - Bass/Backing Vocals Ethan Reeves - Guitars/Backing Vocals www.youtube.com/@decimatorbandaustralia568 www.facebook.com/DecimatorBandAustralia Death metal force ANCIENT ENTITIES proudly present the lyric video for "PIERCED BY OBSIDIAN", a track taken from the band's album "ECHOES OF ANNIHILATION", out via Wormholedeath. Step into the shadowy depths of ancient Mayan history with "Pierced by Obsidian." Witness the harrowing reenactment of a sacrificial ceremony where a chosen victim, bound to a stake, faces a relentless barrage of obsidian-tipped arrows. This chilling ritual, shrouded in mystery and blood-soaked tradition, unveils the brutal reverence the Mayans held for their gods. Prepare to be mesmerized by the haunting visuals and the sheer intensity of this powerful portrayal of primal sacrificeAncient Entities, comprising Alex Rausa, Jake Falk, Luke Veranth, and Brian Gulliford, delve deep into the annals of ancient civilizations, weaving tales of war tactics, brutality, folklore, and mythology into their powerful soundscapes. The band’s mission is clear: to transport listeners back to ancient times, capturing the essence of historical narratives through their relentless music, immersive ambiance, and crushing riffs. Don't miss out on what promises to be one of the standout metal releases of the year. Stay connected with Ancient Entities and immerse yourself in their sonic world through the following link: https://linktr.ee/Anciententities "Echoes of Annihilation" is available on all digital platforms here: https://orcd.co/echoesofan German band Typhonian are on the verge of releasing their ambitious new full length on which they have dared to take the old school sound ahead. It's not merely old school death metal anymore and it's now got both black metal and progressive influences and they've furthermore decided to go and write long, epic songs, with the album closer lasting for almost 20 minutes! They've released one final song before the album drops this Friday, which can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huoRas-uaJs TYPHONIAN – “THE GATE OF THE VEILED BEYOND” Where most bands are content revelling in the sound of the glory days of early '90s death metal, German band Typhonian have not only beautifully reimagined it with blackened elements laced with the classic Swedish/Finnish melodies, they are also attempting to take that sound ahead in the most logical manner. Their approach being reminiscent of Edge of Sanity and their 40-minute masterwork 'Crimson', Typhonian are going a step further, adding more progressive and atmospheric elements, which become perceptible especially towards the end of the album, ultimately culminating in a near 20-minute epic closer. It's a phenomenal journey of the music that's evidently rooted in the old school death metal sound metamorphosing gradually and finally taking on a gleaming, breathtaking form and ascending. They have broken the shackles that have held back the style for a couple of decades by encompassing various influences organically and forging a cohesive sound that has dominance over them all. With the visionary 'The Gate of the Veiled Beyond' release, Typhonian have more than just outdone themselves; they have surpassed expectations for the style as a whole. For fans of: Edge of Sanity, Unanimated, Necrophobic, Dismember, Dan Swano, Desultory, Unleashed, Evocation Line up: M. W. Styrum - Vocals Prometheus - Guitars Typhon -Guitars, Orchestration Charybdis - Bass Thanatos - Drums Artwork by Juanjo Castellano Track listing: 1. Celestial Salvation 2. Cosmic Throne 3. Primal Deceptive Light 4. Crimson Rivers 5. The Gatekeeper 6. Towards the Chamber of the Omnipresent Mind 7. A Glimpse at the Starless Ocean 8. Cath'un - The Gate of the Veiled Beyond Release date - September 20th, 2024 https://www.facebook.com/transcendingobscurityrecords https://www.facebook.com/typhonianband/ Thank you so much for your time! Kunal Choksi Label owner Transcending Obscurity Mumbai India The new track “IDÉE FIXE” has been premiered today via NO CLEAN SINGING and can be streamed here: https://www.nocleansinging.com/2024/09/16/an-ncs-premiere-odium-humani-generis-idee-fixe/ “Międzyczas” is an evolution of Odium Humani Generis’ sound which started with 2020’s debut album “Przeddzień” (Cult of Parthenope) and 2022’s EP “Zarzewie” (Folter Records). The album is a journey that moves through the emotional stages of fear, disappointment, sadness and loneliness resounding in every song. Listeners may notice influences from bands such as Taake, Drudkh, Lifelover, Sacrilegium, Vemod or Furia; however, Odium Humani Generis goes a step further, adding subtle but clear references to sounds outside of the traditional spheres of black metal. Despite its melancholic character, the album is full of energetic moments that break the dark, introspective parts and give the music intensity. “Międzyczas” was recorded with Mariusz Konieczny at Heavy Gear Studio, and the album was mixed and mastered by The Fall (Owls Woods Graves, Hauntologist, Mgła (live)) at Skrzypłocz Studio. The unique graphic design was created by Emilia Śpiewak, and the band photos were taken by Radosław Chojnacki. Odium Humani Generis was established in 2015 in Łódź, Poland. The band comprises Biały on vocals and guitars, Murukh (ex-Fadheit) on drums, Bartos (Imperator, Pandemonium) on bass, Ominous (Nightbound) on guitars. Over the years, the band has toured with bands such as Carpathian Forest, Mgła, Spectral Wound and In Twilight’s Embrace, and supported acts such as Uada, Mortiis, Panzerfaust, Negative Plane, Ellende, Pillorian, Hate, Malokarpatan. OHG also performed at various European festivals including Under the Black Sun (DE), Throne Fest (BE) and Cosmic Void Festival (UK). Odium Humani Generis are: Biały – Guitars, Vocals Ominous – Guitars Bartos – Bass Murukh – Drums http://malignantvoices.com/ https://www.facebook.com/odiumbm The band’s frontman shares insight into the title track's thematic depth: “A LEAP INTO THE DARK is fixated around a very vivid dream I had that I couldn’t forget or erase. Lyrically, it’s about taking a massive leap of faith into a chaotic unknown. It could lead to blessings or towards your downfall. It doesn’t matter; you’re at the moment where you need to make a decision. A LEAP INTO THE DARK is the choice I’ve made. I am not afraid of the unknown.” Stream the song here: https://Enforced.lnk.to/ALeapIntoTheDark-EPNe Watch the music video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9jqnGIqP5w NEWS 13.9.2024
Die Ausarbeitung der nächsten Printausgabe des FU geht
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der Nr. 59 beglücken zu können. So ganz „nebenbei“ heißt es aber erst einmal
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bissel auf dem aktuellen Stand zu halten .Aktuelle Reviews : DEMONIST – „ DEMONIST“ (TAPE /EP) SINNER RAGE - " POWERSTRIKE/CHAINED BY NIGHT" (DEMO TAPE Aktuelles aus dem internationalen und nationalen Metalbereich findet ihr wie immer auch unter https://www.facebook.com/Undergroundfanzine/ ENDONOMOS – „ENDONOMOS II – ENLIGHTENMENT“ Genre: Black Metal Label: Argonauta Records VÖ: 27.09.2024 Established in 2022, Endonomos have released their self titled debut album in the same year, followed by numerous club shows and festivals. Blending the grand melodies of classic doom with the sheer heaviness of slow Death Metal and elements of other extreme metal subgenres, Endonomos create an intriguing blend of sinister and menacing riffs and harmonies, that range from beautiful to haunting, completed by mainman Lukas Haidinger’s bottomless growls and captivating clean vocals. Their second full length album is to be released in fall 2024 via Argonauta Records Tracklist: 1. Inversion 2. Atheon Anarkhon 3. Resolve 4. Entrapment 5. Hostile (ft. Daniel Droste of AHAB) 6. Kafir Qal’a https://www.facebook.com/Endonomos The new EP from international black metal duo HAMMERFILOSOFI is now streaming a day ahead of its official release via Aeternitas Tenebrarum Musicae Fundamentum (ATMF). Extreme metal blog No Clean Singing, which has provided the exclusive world premiere of SOLUS (IGNE NATURA RENOVATOR INTEGRA), comments "You will have a hard time finding anything else this year as frightening to the core as SOLUS…" Listen to SOLUS (Igne Natura Renovator Integra) at https://www.nocleansinging.com/2024/09/12/an-ncs-ep-premiere-and-a-review-hammerfilosofi-solus/ After their much-acclaimed debut album - The Desolate One - Hammerfilosofi returns with a fiery assault on the senses, in the shape of an EP entitled SOLUS (Igne Natura Renovator Integra); four psalms of relentless, multi-layered, and hellish madness. “The EP is an inward journey of spiritual violence and cathartic soul-searching”, comments NKTFR, and adds: “Both musically and lyrically, it picks up from where The Desolate One left off and continues in a bold leap into the dark unknown”. Behind the music is as per usual the Norwegian-Italian duo - NKTFR and FCCM. Lyrics for the EP were penned by a long-time comrade of the band, Rune Vedaa from the legendary Norwegian Black Metal band Forgotten Woods. “The EP is both a continuation of the debut and an ominous forewarning of what is to come. We continue our relentless march, spreading our sulfurous gospel”, concludes FCCM. Tracklist: 1) Hunt or be Hunted 2) Alpha Ego 3) Holy Fire 4) Epigone of Tragedy SOLUS was recorded at WS Studios during the Autumn of 2023 and Winter 2024. The EP was mastered by Magnus “Devo” Andersson at Endarker Studios during the Spring of 2024. Visual design by Francesco Gemelli. Bio: Hammerfilosofi was formed in 2020 amid global chaos, shutdowns, death, panic and pestilence. For some, this was a time of despair and mass hysteria, but for others, a time of solitude, contemplation, and inner strength. The idea behind the band, according to FCCM was quite simple: “We want to take Black Metal back to its primeval and genuine meaning and purpose. To pick up the torch, and carry on the march that was begun centuries ago. We have no intention of reinventing the wheel, but to create and evolve what we consider to be Black Metal”. In 2023 Hammerfilosofi unleashed their much acclaimed debut album The Desolate One, and true to their word it was uncompromising Black Metal at its finest. NKTFR comments: “Both musically and conceptually we want to bring back some of that rebellious pride, wrath, and danger - some Blood, Fire, and Death - that for us are mandatory ingredients in Black Metal.” This is Black Metal from the fertile earth of the graveyard – made for the battleground, for the wanderer who dares walk the path of no return – guided by nothing but His luminous darkness. September 2024 and the band is ready to unleash their latest opus - an EP entitled SOLUS (Igne Natura Renovatur Integra) - four tracks of hellish madness and thunderous Black Metal. FCCM concludes: “Conceptually and musically “SOLUS” is an inward journey of reflection and contemplation, but fear not - it is by no means a pleasant ride.” Hammerfilosofi is: FCCM - Vocals NKTFR - Instruments https://atmf.net/ https://www.facebook.com/hammerfilosofi These famous words by George Orwell set the tone and resound throughout the debut full-length album from Brazil's dark hardcore punk sect OBSOLETION. A grim and foreboding crossover hybridization of blackened hardcore punk and primordial heavy metal drawing influences from bands like Cro Mags, Integrity, Sheer Terror (from which the band took its name), Mayhem, Celtic Frost, Hellhammer, G.I.S.M., Carnivore The crushing forthcoming hardcore omen has been teased by iconic punk and hardcore blog IDIOTEQ, who in presenting the first single “Interdimensional Chaos” have remarked how the album “captures the essence of a bleak reality teetering on the edge of collapse”, continuing that “the second track, ‘INTERDIMENSIONAL CHAOS’, stands out as a powerful embodiment of this dystopian vision” and “serves as a sonic representation of the album’s themes—a harrowing blend of cyberpunk and occult imagery that feels as if it’s ripped from the pages of a dystopian novel. The track’s relentless riffs and brutal rhythms are like the soundtrack to a world where survival depends on a precarious balance between ancient magic and cutting-edge technology”. You can check out the feature and listen to the song https://idioteq.com/a-dlimpse-into-interdimensional-chaos-and-the-dystopian-dark-hardcore-of-obsoletion/ Indeed, the bleak and primeval self-titled assault masterminded by the São Paulo cult conjures shadows of a stark future dystopia and of sinister visions of fear, alienation and paranoia coming from within oppressive militarist technocracies and corrupt surveillance-states aiming for total social enslavement, while the natural world and man's last shreds of sanity revel and toil in a final battle for retribution and survival. The album's lyrics and its staggering retro-futurist art design (by Fernando Giotefeli, Jordy Kuster and José Vinícius) also explore concepts of magic and occultism from the 19th and 20th centuries, transfigured into present and future unrest, making themes such as cyborgism, post-humanism, and surveillance capitalism extremely relevant and ominous. The band's raw and gruesome riffs weaponize these themes and ignite the barricades, engulfing the listener in a maelstrom of tear gas, fire and shrapnel, compounding twenty minutes of wrath and refusal into a violent sonic cyberpunk epic that celebrates the glory days of US 80's and early 90's hardcore punk, thrash, death, black and heavy metal. Obsoletion’s self-titled debut album is slated for an October 11 2024 release worldwide via Sentient Ruin on vinyl, cassette and digital/streaming formats, along with an exclusive spread of on-demand merch, all of which are now pre-orderable via all our channels. Thank you as always for your time and attention given to our releases.Sincerely, Sentient Ruin https://sentientruin.com/releases/obsoletion-obsoletion https://sentientruin.com/releases/obsoletion-obsoletion Now we present the tracking-list for upcoming debut album "Unholy" with Empty Throne ! The album contains 6 strong songs and +40 minutes of the best Darkened Death/Thrash-Metal. Line-up have CR Petit (vocals) from Angerot Mike Pardi (guitar) from Draconis, ex Possessed Gabe Seeber (drums) Kennedy Veil, Abbath etc. Jason Ellsworth (bass) angerot. Tracking-list: 1.Unholy 2.That Day Has Come 3.My Flesh the Temtation 4.One By One 5.And All Shall Know His Name 6.Abbey of Thelema PRE-order album here: https://downfallrecords.bandcamp.com/.../unholy-fall058... Label: Tragedy Productions Release Date: October 4th 2024 Genre: Black Metal For fans of: Behexen | Shining | Sargeist | Dødsferd In the lightless darkness of the world below, where the cold, grey waves of the river of forgetting lap against the shores of unceasing, stygian night, there the nameless and the soulless, tragic and deplorable, gather to exchange tales of bleak eternity and whisper secrets born of blood and promises. With sickle and stone they climb the thousand steps to moonlit night, there to gather the dreams of the sleeping, to reap the screams of the foolish and harvest the spirits of those who have turned the world of legends into a world of decay and ruination. Three years since Sørgelig unleashed the fiercely intense Slaves Of Tomorrow EP, the Greek iconoclasts, dissident dream eaters, have returned, with an astonishing new full length album, wreathed in smoke and shadows – Φθορά! Opening with ‘Breed Of Waste’ that highlights the incredibly harsh, caustic vocals of Odious, that freeze the blood with their unbridled savagery, Φθορά then grasps you by the throat and flings you into a maelstrom of malefic sound and baleful visions. The insistent riffs of ‘Libation Of Blood ‘are driven into your skull like nails as a sinister, insidious evil weaves its way through the song. This is the epitome of black metal ferocity, a genre defining beast of a track. Meanwhile ‘Inexorable Grey’ summons the spirits of rage and war, unleashing forces of terrifying power, building to breathless peaks of blinding speed and darkness and crashing to abyssal depths. Yet Φθορά is much more than a glorious exposition of blasting ferocity and freezing wickedness, with ‘Φθορά’ itself providing a masterful break in the onslaught as its haunting sounds invoke unsettling imaginings of broken ghosts in empty ballrooms, spinning forever in dusty, tear-stained waltzes. Then there is the grand epic of tragedy and terror that closes this unearthly album – ‘Dreamscapes Of Lethe’. Jagged, probing riffs stagger across stuttering rhythms before collapsing into anguish, soul-searing madness, profound melancholy, death and blood. You rise again from a false ending, crawling towards the light, before ancient claws drag you back into darkness. There is no escape from the underworld, no return from Φθορά! Φθορά will be released by Tragedy Productions, on 6 panel digi-pack with a sixteen page booklet, on October 4th and will surely see Sørgelig marching on towards the highest echelons of black metal. The creative balance displayed between understanding and embracing the essence of black metal and branding a unique seal into its cold, dead flesh is masterful. When Φθορά arrives be prepared to follow Sørgelig into realms unknown…and beyond. Line-up: Odious – Vocals/Lyrics Reactive – Bass/Guitars NCRVZRS – Guitars (track 3) Έκπτωτος – Guitars/Lyrics N.D. – Drums/Vocals/Guitars https://www.tragedyproductions.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sorgeligblackmetal Raleigh (NC) - In support of forthcoming album, SUMMER, U.S. Black 'N Rollers, VALLETTA, will launch their Eastern U.S. Tour in October! Summer will be released on CD, vinyl, and digital formats on October 4 via Forcefield Records. Click the link below to pre-order! https://vallettanc.bandcamp.com/album/summer Blackened Arena Rock? Melancholic Grunge n' Roll? Valletta's anthemic approach to songwriting and energetic stage performance certainly makes you wonder. The band's forthcoming full-length debut album, Summer, seeks to incinerate metal norms and create a new sound that is as grimey as it is electrifying! Valletta comes with an impressive pedigree. The band features drummer Justin Valletta (Mo'ynoq), bassist/backing vocalist Donald Boyd (Mo'ynoq), guitar/lead vocalist Keenan Carroll (Lord Almighty, ex-Barishi), and guitarist/backing vocalist Will Goodyear (Hopesfall, Prayer for Cleansing, ex-Between The Buried and Me). Metal Hammer called the band's debut EP, Come Alive, "A potent mix of Celtic Frost, Satyricon and The Bronx, this is fantastically catchy, bleak, old-school extreme metal with rock’n’roll hooks." Summer takes that penetrating foundational mix and supercharges the musicianship and songwriting, resulting in 12 tracks guaranteed to leave neurological imprints! The band released the following statement about Summer: “The new album, Summer, has been a real exploration in tearing down walls that we had previously built up over the years. Each of us coming from different musical backgrounds, there’s been this strong sense of letting go and allowing the music to unfold, regardless of how uncomfortable it may be. That’s been the beauty of this journey we’ve started together, and it’s been a great ride so far! During the writing process, a constant theme that emerged was the idea of duality. From heavier, grimier riffs to beautiful, stoic melodies. From slower, muddy depths to faster, anthemic leads. From frozen wastelands, to summer nights, we’ve been on a journey to explore our limitations musically and emotionally. Spin that shit up!” Track Listing:* 1. Kissing Angels 2. Serpents of Solomon 3. Saint 4. Diving into the Deep 5. Criminal 6. Soot & Ash 7. Ill Blood 8. In Ecstasy 9. On the Run 10. Bringing the Worst 11. Come Alive 12. Almighty Hate *The vinyl version of Summer contains five instrumental synthesizer bonus tracks that serve as interludes. Album Credits: Recorded and mixed by Al Jacob at Warrior Sound, Chapel Hill, NC. Mastered by Matt Tuttle at IAS Studios, Winston Salem, NC. Cover Art by Will Goodyear. Line-Up: Justin Valletta - Drums Donald Boyd - Bass / Backing Vocals Keenan Carroll - Guitar / Lead Vocals Will Goodyear - Guitar / Backing Vocals https://shop.forcefieldrecords.org/ https://www.facebook.com/VallettaNC ANIALATOR – “DEATH IS CALLING” Label: Xtreem Music Release Date: October 22nd 2024 Genre: Thrash Metal For fans of: Sodom | Slayer | Destruction | Devastation He tears away the restricting shroud of memories and past battles, won and lost and brushes the grave dirt from his cold skin. He spits an errant worm from between his broken teeth and tests the edge of his blade against the flesh of his thumb. The skin parts and a sluggish stream of thick, black blood trickles lazily into his palm, forming a dark, shining pool. He stares for a moment at the image of his face, captured in the quickly congealing fluid; part man, part mask – all monster. But this is no time for dreaming, no time for thinking or reflecting. Death is calling. The Anialator is back and there’s killing to be done! Six years on from their last release, the Rise To Supremacy EP and decades since the ragged violence of the Anialator and Anialator II records, which still hold a special place in the hearts of many thrashers, Texan legends Anialator are back and finally unleashing their first full length album – Death Is Calling! A seven track nail bomb of classic thrash sounds, straight from the underground, there has been no dilution of the Anialator sound by the modern genre blending plague…but neither is this some pastiche of past glories. From the white knuckle ride along the razor’s edge of chaos and darkness that is opener ‘Kill Til Death’, it’s clear that Anialator are still raw, still savage, still vicious but they’re now operating at a higher level of precision and power. With the brilliantly barbaric vocals, searing lead work and accomplished song writing there can be no doubt that Death Is Calling represents Anialator’s finest work to date. From the awesome ‘Iron Grinder’, a gritty invocation of evil, to ‘Battlefield Messiah’ with its torrent of Slayerized riffs that cuts a swathe through its enemies and leaves bloody carnage in its wake, this album is relentless. There’s no filler here, with every track standing proud in the frontline trench, with gritted teeth and blood boiling with uncontrollable aggression and adrenaline. These songs are made for the pit, for headbanging until your neck breaks, for ear-bleeding volume…this full length album may have been a long time coming, but it is everything that fans could have hoped for and more. Mastered by the in demand Arthur Rizk (Cavalera Conspiracy, Cro-Mags, Kreator etc) Death Is Calling possesses a visceral power, the dirt and dried blood under its ragged finger nails evident in each snarling riff and venomous vocal exhortation. When Anialator and Death Is Calling are exhumed by Xtreem Music on October 22nd it will be shockingly apparent that this is no footnote to a career, no last twitching of a once renowned corpse – this is a new beginning, a devastating resurgence of a band who are back and deadlier than ever. Join them, or start running... Recording line-up: Alex Dominguez - Bass JD De La Rosa – Guitars/Drums Tony Gomez – Vocals Additional live members: Daniel Garcia - Drums Fernando Salinas - Rhythm and lead Guitars https://www.xtreemmusic.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Anialatortx Helsinki-based doom metal band DENIGRATE releases their fourth full length album titled TO THE GODDESS UNKNOWN on November 29th 2024 via Inverse Records. Now they have released the second single single The Apparition of One from the upcoming album. The song includes the very first tunes of this set of compositions. Mood and speedwise the song is on the higher range on Denigrate's standard of recent compositions. Lyrically the song hopelessly yearns the unity of two, whether it be in crime or in balance. Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/denigrate-the-apparition-of-one Watch the lyric video: https://youtu.be/8i2ovEyrmdg Since Denigrate was found back in '96, the inevitable vibe of the band was to be dark, melancholy, tormented, observative. The quantity of albums released is really not the thing in this band. From the first released album in 2003 to the latest 4th one in 2024 called "To The Goddess Unknown", decades has changed and so has the band. After no more than three albums released, after big-time local momentum with a finnish cover song, after mandatory hiatus, after some line-up changes, Denigrate 2024 introduces their absolutely greatest masterpiece to date and shows what only truely experienced bunch of members can achieve. DENIGRATE: Galzi Kallio: Vocals Pekka Pyrhönen: Bass, Seppo Nummela: Guitar Teemu Riekki - Guitar Tipi Toivanen: Drums www.facebook.com/denigrateCamp Tarnaveni, Romania based formation ENDLESS DARK announce their debut full-length album "THE KINGDOOM", to be released later in the year in collaboration with Loud Rage Music. Formed in March 2022 by Florin Cucerzan (guitar and vocals) and Liviu Voda (guitar), the band was later joined by Dragos Benyovszky (bass and vocals), Catalin Chereji (keyboards) and Arpi Bogar (drums) to what nowadays is a determined quintet. ENDLESS DARK strive to provide an atmosphere reminiscing to it's name, music-wise a Gothic Doom Metal band with Death and Black Metal influences. The sound, the message of the lyrics, the harmonic chaos, the obscure melody, they all create a cell of emotions bringing all that the name ENDLESS DARK holds within! "The Kingdoom" is the first album of the Romanian band ENDLESS DARK, a material that preaches about a metaphorical entity by his name... the "kingdoom". This "kingdoom" is rather an idea, a morbid kind of thinking into the unknown, the mythical, the mystical, the dark path of the obscure idea of what afterlife could be, and of course... the ENDLESS DARK. The lyrics are reminiscing of death, many songs evoking a macabre tone in their lyrics while also holding high a very tiny touch of hope... or lack of it, from the melodic, chaotic harmony of the sound. The band recently released their first official video for the title-track: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jT4vS51KhUo "From cold and shadows... We rise under the darkest moon, beyond the mist of time that brings up the ENDLESS DARK! Embrace the lost words, burn down the sun! Restless revenants roaming the darkest depths of this existence, we fight for our unlight to become the Age of the Dark! We shall rise the darkest light in the hopes of eternal peace! We follow the mythical path of everlasting unlight to bring the peace amongst disturbed dead... Let us reveal the ancient wisdom lost in time! Let us bring you... The Kingdoom!" https://linktr.ee/loudragemusic https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082732505774 Wormholedeath is thrilled to announce the signing of the enigmatic Canadian dark ambient act CLOVEN, for the highly anticipated EP "TWILIGHT'S HEART." This atmospheric masterpiece is set to be unleashed on October 11, 2024. Dave Bach, the creative force behind Cloven, shared his excitement about this collaboration: "With incredible respect and gratitude, I am happy to partner with WormholeDeath for the EP entitled "Twilight's Heart. Twilight's Heart is the most mature work yet, compositionally, sonically, lyrically, and otherwise. It is a rumination on death, eternity, and love. It is entitled after the sigil of Cloven, a heart containing a multitude of stories, which is seen in the cover art." Cloven is not just a band but a transcendent musical journey, blending the raw intensity of black metal with the haunting melodies of darkwave, gothic, and ambient music. The name Cloven signifies both division and unity, reflecting the project’s exploration of the human condition, the divine, and the eternal themes of love and separation. At the Helm of Cloven Cloven is the solo vision of Dave Bach, who collaborates with a talented pool of guest musicians, adding layers of depth and diversity to the project’s soundscapes. With "Twilight's Heart," Cloven invites listeners to traverse a sonic landscape where darkness meets beauty, and every note echoes the eternal dance between life and death. Don’t miss out on this transcendent musical experience coming this October. Tracklist: 1. In the House of Silence 2. L'appel du Vide 3. Wrapped in Talons 4. Love & Fire 5. Twilight's Heart www.facebook.com/Cloven137 Finnish black/death Metal band LUUSÄKKI is set to release a self-titled debut album which will be out via Inverse Records on October 17th 2024. Statue in Uniform is the second single taken from the album and it's available here: https://push.fm/fl/luusakki-statue MS comments: '"Statue in Uniform" is the second single from Luusäkki's upcoming self-titled debut album. The album was written and recorded in Helsinki in the fall of 2022. "Statue in Uniform" combines the dark tones of black metal with the fury of death metal. The song addresses the harsh reality of conflicts and aims to depict the inhuman effects of war as well as the cyclical nature of human suffering. The imagery paints a picture of lost souls and identities." Listen to the first single Fifth of the Fifth Columns single: https://push.fm/fl/luusakki-fifth Track list: 01. Penned in Water 02. Gangrene 03. Spit Shined Pig Skin 04. Mai-Dun 05. Fifth of the Fifth Columns 06. Statue in Uniform 07. Suzerain 08. Hyena 09. Death Cult 10. All Hallows 11. City of God Album cover by MS. Biography: Luusäkki is a Finnish one-man project combining black metal, death metal and ambient music. The unstable atmosphere of 2022 gave impetus to the creative process that gave birth to Luusäkki. Line-up: Markus Sundquist - Guitars, bass, synths, programming, other instruments, vocals, composition, lyrics, mixing, mastering. https://www.facebook.com/luusakki PHOBOIAN is a melodic death metal orchestra from Turku, Finland. The band’s music incorporates classical female vocals into heavy nordic melancholy. Phoboian was established in 2017 during an after party to a metal gig, and since has gathered six musicians to its ranks: singers Inka Laitinen and Eeva Korhonen, drummer Kristo Rautavuori, bassist Jonathan Åkerman, and guitarists Olli Kuure and Otso Turunen. After a long silence Phoboian is ready to release “THE PLAGUE”, the first single from its upcoming album. Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/phoboian-plague Watch the lyric video: https://youtu.be/zwBFugwL4So “The Plague” tells about the extinction of mankind as a result of a deadly pandemic. It brings together medieval religious imagery and a modern scientific dystopia. Despite the macabre theme the song strives for beauty, and isn’t as much a prophecy as a warning. -Otso Turunen "One of my favorite tracks from the upcoming album is definitely 'The Plague,' which harmonies and rhythms create an atmosphere that's great to rock out to. Together with the guys and Eeva, we’ve crafted a song that truly represents who we are, conveying relevant themes as well. Its energy and guitar riffs showcase our band’s sound at its best. Working together has been inspiring, and I believe listeners will also experience that energy. 'The Plague' is a part of our journey and a story we want to share."-Inka Laitinen https://www.facebook.com/Phoboian Label: Rottweiler Records Release Date: October 11th 2024 Genre: Death Metal For fans of: Massacre | Death | Sepultura | Master It’s more than thirty years since Decayed Existence began their crusade of crushing death metal, bringing immaculate riffs and darkly imaginative song writing together through an absolute understanding of the very heaviest of metals. Refining their art and building the foundations of an enduring legend through a plethora of demos, compilations, EPs and full length albums, the California band have made an indelible mark in the annals of extreme metal – and their story is far from over! As summer fades once more and the autumn nights draw in Decayed Existence will unleash what may well come to be recognised as the most powerful and exhilarating release of their decades spanning career…The Beginning Of Sorrows. Opening with the intense immediacy of ‘Escape The Dead’, The Beginning Of Sorrows plunges you straight into a vortex of glorious riffs, steeped in the essence of classic death metal. The band shift smoothly through the gears, changing tempos from driving energy to slow, agonised passages that grind the bones to dust – and from that oppressive weight a superb solo spirals upwards, bringing to mind the seminal work of Chuck Schuldiner and James Murphy. As The Beginning Of Sorrows continues the lead guitar work establishes itself as a key ingredient of the Decayed Existence sound, adding a dimension of depth and melody to the surging power of this formidable set of songs. The ever present Harry Rocco continues to be the beating heart and engine of the band, a drummer /vocalist in the fine tradition of Beehler and Reifert and every bit as effective. First single, ‘Beheading The Colossus’ is the epitome of what Decayed Existence have to offer, with its fantastic hooks and genre defining riffs…riff after riff of utter class, making this album an absolute joy to listen to. But The Beginning Of Sorrows saves the best til last, concluding with three tracks captured live that are simply monstrous! ‘Detonation’ in particular is a beast…a nightmare amalgamation of adrenaline fuelled headbanging and vast, crawling horrors! When The Beginning Of Sorrows ends, all too soon, you can’t help but think that Decayed Existence, despite their years in the frontline trenches, might be about to start the most exciting chapter of their career to date. With the studio recordings being produced by Andrew Giordanengo (Everything Destroying etc) and the live tracks captured by Jake Ottinger, The Beginning Of Sorrows sounds vibrant and dangerous throughout. When it’s released on October 11th, with the backing of Rottweiler Records, this album will drive Decayed Existence back into the forefront of the underground metal consciousness – exactly where they deserve to be. Prepare to be crushed! Line-up: Harry Rocco – Drums/Vocals Jeffery Ke - Lead Guitar Ryan Brown - Bass Kyle Balsiger - Rhythm Guitar *Additional guitars on The Beginning Of Sorrows by Jason Davis and Richard Nash *Additional vocals on The Beginning Of Sorrows by Keith Thompson https://www.rottweilerrecords.com https://www.facebook.com/DecayedExistenceOFFICIAL Örebro (SE) - Progressive Death Metal band CARNOSUS have partnered with Heavy Blog is Heavy for the video premiere of "Worm Chaser, the second single from forthcoming album, WORMTALES. Check it out below! https://www.heavyblogisheavy.com/2024/09/11/exclusive-premiere-carnosus-introduce-you-to-the-worm-chaser/ CARNOSUS will release new album, Wormtales, October 18 on CD digipak, gatefold vinyl LP, cassette, and digital formats via Willowtip Records. The release is the band's third overall and first for Willowtip. Whispered among worms were the rumors of a new album by death metal outfit CARNOSUS. Heavier and darker, slithering its way from Sweden, comes Wormtales, a prequel to the critically acclaimed 2023 album, Visions of Infinihility. Wormtales contains some of the band's most impressive riffs thus far and once again lures the listener into the realm of infinihility. Indeed,Visions of Infinihility, the quintet's independently released second album, garnered loads of positive press, further amplifying the anticipation for CARNOSUS' Willowtip debut, Wormtales! CARNOSUS was established in 2011. The band members all come from different subgenres within Metal, resulting in a mixture of technical melodic death metal, thrash, progressive metal and a pinch of black metal influences scattered throughout. Pre-order: https://willowtip.com/bands/details/carnosus.aspx https://carnosus.bandcamp.com/album/wormtales Track Listing: 1. Birthless 2. Within Throat, Within Heart 3. Neglectikon 4. Yearnings of A Rotten Spine 5. Worm Charmer 6. Harbinger of Woundism 7. Paradoxical Impulse 8. Wound of Wisdom 9. Cosmoclaustrum 10. Solace In Soil Credits: Recorded and produced by Carnosus (except drums; recorded and produced by Robert Kukla & Dennis Rosic). Re-amped, mixed and mastered by Robert Kukla at Obsidian Recording Studios. Cover artwork by Timon Kokott. Line-up: Jonatan Karasiak - Vocals / Lyrics Rickard Persson - Guitars Marcus Jokela Nyström - Guitars Marcus Strindlund - Bass Jacob Hedner - Drums https://willowtip.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Carnosus/ Release date : September 20th 2024 Genre : Epic Black Metal Origin: France Label: Les Acteurs de L’Ombre Productions Network Distributor: Season of Mist / Plastic Head Digital Distributor: The Orchard AORLHAC will release on September 20 the reissue of its winds trilogy, namely "A la Croisée des Vents" (remastered version + 3 bonus tracks), "La Cité des Vents" (remastered version) & "L’Esprit des Vents", all in a sumptuous A5 format case which has since been unveiled. The feedback I have had has been unanimous! AORLHAC is looking back to the past, to their Occitan roots, either medieval and modern, narrating the History of the south of France and north of Italy and Spain. Occitan is not only a language but also a culture recounted in French by the band : they are respectful witnesses of their ancestors’ heritage. The first two singles, "La Mort Prédite" from "A La Croisée Des Vents" and "Sant Flor" from "La Cité des Vents" have just been released on the Youtube channel Atmospheric Black Metal Albums but are also available on all download platforms. Aorlhac is looking back to the past, to their Occitan roots, either medieval and modern, narrating the History of the south of France and north of Italy and Spain. Occitan is not only a language but also a culture recounted in French by the band : they are respectful witnesses of their ancestors’ heritage. Preorders: https://lesacteursdelombre.net/product-category/bands/aorlhac/ Berlin (GER) - Avant-Garde Death Metal duo, INGURGITATING OBLIVION, in collaboration with No Clean Singing, have premiered Part III of 18-minute track, "THE BARREN EARTH OOZES BLOOD, AND SHAKES AND MOANS, TO DRINK HER CHILDREN'S GORE." The song is taken from forthcoming album, ONTOLOGY OF NOUGHT. Click the link below to stream it! https://www.nocleansinging.com/2024/09/11/an-ncs-premiere-ingurgitating-oblivion-the-barren-earth-oozes-blood-and-shakes-and-moans-to-drink-her-childrens-gore-part-3/ Part III will be available September 13 on all platforms. No Clean Singing will premiere the full album on September 24. Ingurgitating Oblivion will release long-awaited new album, Ontology of Nought, September 27 on CD, gatefold 2x12" vinyl, cassette, and digital formats via Willowtip Records. Pre-order: https://bit.ly/ontology-willowtip https://bit.ly/ontology-bandcamp Unsurprisingly, considering the band's acclaimed body of work to date, this is no run-of-the-mill Tech-Death album. The talented duo of guitarist and engineer Norbert Müller and vocalist, guitarist, and composer Florian Engelke have outdone themselves again on Ontology of Nought! Epic-length tracks ranging from 10 to 18 minutes fuse into a cohesive whole that awes with the band's characteristic technical flare and progressive, compositional brilliance. The impressive cast of session and guest musicians adds even more vibrancy. Hearing is believing. Though it has been seven years since the last Willowtip release, Vision Wallows in Symphonies of Light, the forthcoming opus unequivocally demonstrates that the wait has been well worth it! "You have fully delineated the subject of a universe of finiteness and change as well as the knowledge derived therefrom // Why should you be despondent in spite of all this, thinking that you are undone?" - Ingurgitating Oblivion The band released the following statement about the new album: “Ontology of Nought is the result of approximately five years of incessant work. It documents whatever has been instilled into Ingurgitating Oblivion and the two minds pulling the strings behind the scenes: Norbert Müller and Florian Engelke. Trying to pinpoint some trite conceptual undercurrent would be to defile the beauty of creation. It feels alienating to us talking about our music and lyrics, as these stem from dichotomic dynamics of meticulous planning on the one hand and perfect intuition on the other. In like manner, the lyrics cannot be explained further here, but listeners are invited to do some work themselves and take a plunge into what could potentially encapsulate the world or denote nothing at all. Musically, we just do our own thing, celebrating our Death Metal heroes, more progressive Rock, jazz, folk, classical music. We do not strive to stand for any particular brand, but we simply enjoy being torn down the torrent of haphazard ideas, premonitions, and visions. And that’s that." Track Listing: 1. Uncreation's whirring loom you ply with crippled fingers 2. To weave the tapestry of nought 3. The blossoms of your tomorrow shall unfold in my heart 4. Lest I should perish with travel, effete and weary, as my knees refuse to bear me thither 5. The barren earth oozes blood, and shakes and moans, to drink her children's gore Credits: Sound engineering, mastering and production by Norbert Müller. Album cover by Dmitriy Egorov. Guest appearances / Session musicians: Lille Gruber (Defeated Sanity) - Drums Ava Bonam - Vocals Chris Zoukas (Mentally Defiled, Sacral Rage, Violent Definition) - Bass Céline Voccia - Piano Daniel Agi - Recorder, Flutes Jan Ferdinand - Vibraphone, Guitars Tom Fountainhead Geldschläger - Guitar Solos Line-up: Norbert Müller - rhythm and lead guitars, sound engineering, mastering, all recording logistics Florian Engelke - lead composition, rhythm and lead guitars, vocals, Tibetan singing bowls https://www.willowtip.com/home.aspx https://www.facebook.com/IngurgitatingOblivionOfficial Originally released on limited-edition cassette earlier this year, fledgling label Alte Seelen will give Scripture of the Woods proper CD treatment on October 31. Pre-order the CD and stream the album now at https://alteseelen.bandcamp.com/album/scripture-of-the-woods Tracklist: 1) Emerging Glare 2) Folk of the Blossoming Sky 3) Sommar 4) The Field's Arrival 5) Washed Away Among the Stones 6) Fiendish Lore 7) Moon's Melody of Death Upon first viewing, the band's name, cover art, and logo, might give one reason to assume this is simply a blatant Sort Vokter ripoff. On the contrary, this debut mini album is a definite nod to the former legendary ‘necro’ act, but the music within has a certain vibe that serves as a tribute of sorts while standing on its own merits. Thus, Scripture of the Woods will surely appeal to fans of such legendary acts as the aforementioned Sort Vokter, as well as Ildjarn and the early works of Gorgoroth, while maintaining a primitive sound and style all their own. Comprised of two prolific musicians, Azeruel Woldaeg and Collier d'ombre, KVELDSTIMER delivers seven tracks of primitive, yet majestic, old-school black metal. The atmosphere and striking execution conjure whispers of the early 90's Norwegian scene! KVELDSTIMER is: Azeruel Woldaeg - all instruments Collier d'ombre - vocals https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564639922269 On November 1st 2024, Monumental Rex will internationally present EVERTO SIGNUM’S long-expected second full-length album, “BEASTIARY”, on special handcrafted CD Grimoire format. Everto Signum is a Black Metal act embodied by Nekruss and Æminus, hailing from the inner realms of Portugal. Having released the debut full-length “Enneachotomy” in 2012 and the EP “Synergy” in 2014, the band lied dormant as the creative duo focused on other music projects, namely Carma and Lacrau. After ten years of silence, Everto Signum skulk out of chasmic caverns to unleash their brand new creation entitled “Beastiary” – a concept album inspired by destructive powers of Nature. The band stays true to their elemental background by writing an immersive story that guides the listener through a chain reaction of natural disasters. These calamities are beastialized – manifested as wild uncontrollable beasts exhibiting intrinsic animalistic shapes, traits and behaviours. The plot is comprised of seven chapters, each consisting of a contextual introduction that describes the scenery and sets the mood for the destruction to come, and an interpretation of the actual cataclysm. Written in English, the expressively poetic lyrical narrative portrays a journey from an ice-covered mountain top through a valley, down to the depths of a meromictic lake and finally into a perennial forest to witness the dreadful wrath of ancient forces. To concretize this work, Everto Signum synergized with Diogo Mota, best known as the drummer of Gaerea, who infused the album with much energy and vigour. Recorded, mixed and mastered by Nekruss himself, “Beastiary” stands as a hostile soundscape lasting over 50 minutes. Seven tracks build upon the musical ideas set by the latest EP, expanding and developing those into a more sophisticated form through the band’s signature Elemental Black Metal, this time utterly imbued with the brutality of Death Metal. Sublimely enriched with progressive structures, synthesizer-led passages, ambient sections and many other captivating elements coming from a vast range of influences such as Prog Rock, Folk, Dungeon Synth and even New-age music, “Beastiary” abounds with furiously melodic and potent guitar riffage, fierce and technical drumming, heavy pounding bass lines, and viciously varied extreme vocals. The production is aggressive, massive and multilayered, perfectly fitting the epic thematic of the album and keeping the listener on the edge throughout the entire journey. The visual representation took form by the hand of the plastic artist RF Torres Valente who created a set of graphite and ink illustrations. These drawings were embellished with arcane calligraphy and exquisitely arranged into a grimoire-inspired layout, all scrupulously crafted by Infected Minds. Printed on rough texturized paper, the magnificent A5-sized 20-page booklet seamlessly depicts surrealistic concepts envisioned by Everto Signum. Tracklist 1. Genesis [0:49] 2. Colossus [5:05] 3. Ophidian [7:37] 4. Wyvern [9:34] 5. Dragon [8:41] 6. Deinos [13:06] 7. Weaver [6:43] Complete album line-up: Æminus – songwriting, guitars and bass Nekruss – songwriting, lyrics, vocals, recording, mixing and mastering Diogo Mota – session drums RF Torres Valente – artwork Infected Minds – calligraphy and layout https://www.facebook.com/monumental.rex https://www.facebook.com/EvertoSignum For fans of : Bonginator, Dying Fetus, Fluids, Frog Mallet, Fulci, Goreport, Mortician, Peeling Flesh, Pissgrave, Sanguisugabogg, and Viscera Trail. Horror Pain Gore Death Productions welcome Fupa Goddess to the roster with the debut full-length album "Fuckyourface"! From the folds of Virginia/North Carolina, Fupa Goddess was formed in 2019 and spews forth sick Death Metal/Goregrind/Noise with a fun atmosphere. After countless EPs and splits, Fuckyourface is the band's first full-length album and pushes the boundaries of extreme music to the max... this is Partygore! Listen to the single "Dr. Pill Wildnout" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFkS69YiCUE Pre-order the CD for only $10 at https://shop.horrorpaingoredeath.com/products/fupa-goddess-fuckyourface-cd Track Listing: 1. As A Friend 2. Clip Em Up High 3. Dr. Pill Wildnout 4. I Got My Shoes Tied And I’m Ready For Burritos 5. Killer To Some, Hero To Others 6. Moral Of The Story 7. Oh Dammit Barb 8. Same Shit Different Day 9. This Is Cheese Sauce 10. When You're All Outta Fucks 11. You Wanna Get Fucked Up www.youtube.com/user/horrorpaingoredeath/videos https://shop.horrorpaingoredeath.com www.facebook.com/horrorpaingoredeath DOULOS – “BELLUM” (Single) Label: Rottweiler Records Release Date: August 30th 2024 Genre: Hardcore For fans of: Freya | Pro-Pain | Lionheart | (Un)Worthy Based in Riverside, Southern California, Doulos have been perennial outsiders, fighting for their place in the modern metal scene – equally unwilling to compromise their principles as they are to water down their stripped back, bloody knuckled hardcore song craft. Doulos are one of a rare breed of bands who live by their beliefs – be that playing charity shows to support the underprivileged, or donating merch proceeds to help in the fight against the despicable practice of sex trafficking – this band practice what they preach. Every word, every action is accompanied by no frills, super heavy hardcore, built on muscular riffs, impassioned vocals and a head-caving rhythm section – and that unencumbered power is perfectly presented by the high impact, knockout blow of new single ‘Bellum’. Following up the initial charge of 2021s The Middle Man EP and the acclaimed barrage of last year’s full length debut album, Birth Pains – described by The Metal Onslaught as “taking their sound to its utter limits with absolute expertise” – ‘Bellum’ has a lot to live up to. Luckily this taste of the future from Doulos exceeds expectations with ease. There’s no prevaricating or procrastinating here…a militaristic drum pattern leads straight into riffs that shift and collide like tectonic plates reforming a planet. The smell of the pit hangs heavy in the air as ‘Bellum’ marches to a conclusion that comes too soon, that leaves you desperate for the next patented Doulos blow to land…but then that’s what the repeat button is for! And good things come to those who wait… Out on August 30th via Rottweiler Records, ‘Bellum’ is another triumph for Doulos, another immaculate demonstration of their focus and intent. Easing off the accelerator and doubling down on the lead weight heaviness, every chord is delivered with determined intent and unquestionable sincerity. This is real. This is hardcore. This is Doulos. Line-up: Eddie – vocals Melanie – Bass Jeff – Drums Noah – Guitar Eza - Guitar https://www.rottweilerrecords.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063709294162 The spiritual successor to God is Myth and Ars Magna Recordings, ALTE SEELEN is a new US-based label supporting the extreme metal underground and adjacent subgenres. Founded by the heads of God is Myth and Ars Magna Recordings, Alte Seelen aims to produce high-quality releases while illuminating the bands, artists, and individuals who contribute to the music that is our life’s blood. In time the label hopes to expand its reach to provide unique items, ranging from prints to wood carvings and leatherwork. While the label acknowledges and draws upon the experiences of the past, Alte Seelen represents a conscious decision to leave those ventures dormant and dreaming. A new banner has been raised... Halloween 2024 will see the release of the first two Alte Seelen titles. Ringare - Sorrow Befell (majestic black metal / dark synth), CD and digital (originally released on vinyl by Iron Bonehead). Kveldstimer – Scripture of the Woods (primitive, yet majestic Black Metal), CD and digital (limited-edition cassette released by Altare Productions). In late fall/early winter, Alte Seelen will release By The Grace of Death from atmospheric black metal band Canis Dirus. Bindrune Recordings will handle vinyl treatment. https://www.alteseelen.com/ RITUAL FOG - “BUT MERELY FLESH” For fans of - Morgoth, Asphyx, Skeletal Remains, Laceration, Malevolent Creation, Death, Leper Colony Ritual Fog have masterfully infused thrash influences in their old school death metal sound in a way that the music becomes far more acerbic and gritty, so much so that even when they slow down during their doomier moments, it sounds incredibly scathing and vile. Their riffs seem to have a tendency to press down against the listener and create a burning sensation first in the ears, then in the rest of the body. The hoarse vocals emanating from what can only be a serrated throat add to the grating effect and enhance the nastiness quotient manifold. They seem to have borrowed the right amount of influences to form a cohesive albeit abrasive sound that wreaks havoc no matter what path they decide to tread. As such, they are able to easily traverse blood-smeared pits in both fast paced and thrashy style as well as the ponderous, doom-riddled way, without diminishing the sizzle. This ability to retain the aggression and switch things up at the drop of the hat elevates them above their monotonous old school-sounding peers and gives them an exciting edge. Assimilating and perfecting their sound for their much awaited debut full length, Ritual Fog have created a lurching, ravaging beast and it's hungry and absolutely unstoppable. Line up Ian Younkin - Vocals / Guitar Andrew Hobday - Drums Spencer Martin - Guitar Jon Clark - Bass Artwork by Juanjo Castellano Rosado Track listing 1. Misticism 2. Desolate Chasm 3. Slimeblade 4. Nocturnal Suffering 5. Demented Procession 6. Fog Sermon 7. Carnal Pain 8. Sentient Chamber 9. But Merely Flesh Release date - November 29th, 2024 https://www.facebook.com/transcendingobscurityrecords https://www.facebook.com/ritualfog Progressive blackmetallers ETERNAL CRYPT promote their sophomore album with the second single/ lyric video: “RUNNING ALONE IN THE FOREST” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uMVoDt9fzQ Drawing from many overseas influences, Eternal Crypt brings their brand of melodic extreme metal from their hometown of Rochester New York. It has been their mission to take the atmosphere of black metal, the aggression of death metal, and combine it with the melodic sensibility of power, folk, and doom metal, providing a thought provoking soundtrack to introspective lyrics. Though initially starting as a solo studio project, Eternal Crypt became a full-fledged band after the release of debut album "Loneliness of the Wolf" in 2018. From then, Eternal Crypt will continue to bring their brand of melodic metal with their upcoming album "Stages of Grief" Releasing September 2024. https://www.facebook.com/eternalcrypt Forbannet, meaning cursed in Norwegian, is an esoteric death metal band from Rotterdam and Groningen, Netherlands. Combining elements of brutal death metal, death-doom and old school melodic death metal, we challenge the psychological and spiritual limits of the human mind throughout our lyrics, imagery and instrumentalism. For fans of: Phlebotomized, Blood Incantation, Intestine Baalism, Eternal Suffering, Worm. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDKgRf3Y0GjinO_NOi2wMAw https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085216816267 MERCIFUL THE DYING LIGHT continues the band's constant evolution with this genre-bending offering of blackened death metal. Written and recorded by the band's lone member Justin Vølus, Merciful the Dying Light drew inspiration from themes of vampirism, cosmic horror, and Mesopotamian mythos. Track list: 1) Crowns of Ulthar 2) Sanity Forsaken 3) Blasphemies Infernal Strife 4) Merciful the Dying Light 5) Hissing Dissent 6) Revengeance of Blood 7) Between Two Fires VØLUS is a one-man blackened death metal band from South Carolina, USA, delivering a unique blend of OSDM, Blackened Death Metal, and Progressive/Dissonant Death Metal. Merciful the Dying Light is the fourth full-length album in the VØLUS discography and the band's seventh overall release, including demos and EPs. The band, alongside Vargheist Records, was founded by Justin Vølus in 2018. VØLUS is: Justin Vølus - All Instruments, Vocals and Lyrics https://www.facebook.com/volusdeath https://vargheistrecords.com/ Spanning two decades of local bands, studio projects, and touring heavyweights, Surrender to Death showcases over 20 bands, ranging from the early days of traditional heavy metal to gory basement death metal to second-wave black metal. Far from the better-known scenes in the Bay Area and New York and Florida, the Atlanta scene was comprised of musicians dedicated to the most despised genre of music, exploring subgenres and following their art wherever it took them. Strap in and prepare yourself for a night of fierce metallic sounds born in sweaty nightclubs, packed house parties, and DIY warehouse shows. Over half a decade in the making, Surrender to Death features original recordings sourced directly from the bands. Scheduled for release September 6 on double-vinyl with a gatefold jacket, the packaging also includes an 11x17 double-sided insert containing bios and photos of each band, a sticker, random repro band flyers, and an 18x24 full color poster. Available now for preorder in four different color options. Track Listing: 1. Messendger – “Strangers” 2. Fortnox – “Lucifer's Eyes” 3. Ghost Story – “What Few Even Dare” 4. Necropolis – “Waters of Lathe” 5. MX – “Rock You” 6. Sinister Angel – “Streetlight Glamour” 7. Legion – “Evil Mind” 8. Kinetic Dissent – “Reflected Fear” 9. Dark Overlord – “Til Death Do Us Part” 10. Hallows Eve – “Metal Merchants” (vinyl-only track) 11. Unblessed – “When It Bleeds It Pours” 12. Lestregus Nosferatus – “Sixteenth Chamber” 13. Rot – “Pray to Death” 14. Avulsion – “Inexorable Suffering” 15. Dawn of Orion – “Gates of Emptiness” 16. Haborym – “Metaphorical Ithaca” 17. Tragic Demise – “The Righteous Shall Fall” 18. Demoncy – “Winter Bliss” 19. Necroflesh – “Scream” 20. Procostimus – “Synthesis of Rebirth” 21. Darkened Skies – “Reign of Radulescu” 22. Vastion – “Ensuring Your Death” Credits: All tracks remastered from various sources by Jessica Thompson Audio. Surrender to Death logo and jacket illustration by Brian Warner (ESAYDE). Surrender to Death is part of Deanwell Global Music’s “Georgia Historical Metal Archive Series” and Volume 2 in Boris Record’s “Atlanta Metal Underground Archive Series.” Purchase/Stream: https://deanwellglobalmusic.bandcamp.com/album/surrender-to-death-a-history-of-the-atlanta-metal-underground-1982-1999-vol-1 https://borisrecords.bandcamp.com/album/surrender-to-death-a-history-of-the-atlanta-metal-underground-1982-1999-vol-1 Take another step into the darkness and the next chapter of AGAINST I with "Bound In Blood" and prepare for more. Stream the song now on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon. Songs for the Dying picks up where Destruction Lullaby - released in May 2024 - left off. The album offers lethal doses of aggressive and melodic death tinged with shades of industrial and atmospheric metal. AGAINST I will release Songs for the Dying on November 29. AGAINST I was founded in 2022 by Fredrik Keith Croona known as vocalist and founder of Cynical Existence and ex-vocalist of Menschdefekt. Together with Mathias Back (guitars) and Anders Ström (drums), they fuse elements of metal and hints of electronic parts into a cacophony of aggression and melodies. In 2023 the band released their debut album Carnival of Excess on Advoxya Records. 2024 saw the release of two EPs, Perfect Smile and the follow-up Destruction Lullaby, which took the band in an entirely new direction. Line-Up: Fredrik Keith Croona - vocals Mathias Back - guitars Anders Ström - drums https://www.facebook.com/againstIband Exhaust is available in its entirety today, September 6, 2024. The band has chosen to forego the standard pre-release press cycle so that fans can experience the full recording immediately upon announcement, as it is intended to be heard. Exhaust is available on all digital platforms, as well as on CD, cassette, and vinyl! Purchase/Stream: https://pyrrhonband.bandcamp.com/album/exhaust https://willowtip.com/bands/details/pyrrhon.aspx https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BD-I4GwWYz0 Fever: The Making Of Pyrrhon’s Exhaust: Pyrrhon was stuck in mid-2023 after prolonged global unrest and personal changes. In 2020, their album Abscess Time arrived at the heart of the pandemic. In 2021, they went on one tour at the height of the Delta COVID wave before clubs started shutting down again. In 2022, they played a single show. In 2023, they had only three songs written for a fifth album. The band decided to shake things loose with a retreat. Armed with their instruments, psychedelic mushrooms, and a few bad movies, they rented a cabin in rural northeastern Pennsylvania in May 2023. The decision worked. The creative energy surged, and the band wrote three new songs over the weekend. “Initially, we just didn't seem to be able to strike the same intensity as past Pyrrhon records,” vocalist and lyricist Doug Moore says. However, the time in the cabin allowed the band to reconnect as musicians and friends. “It was a turning point for the record,” Moore says. “We didn't have enough material. We hadn’t spent that much time together, and it felt like we were able to rediscover who we are and feel the energy of the collaboration.” “We’d never done a creative retreat before, and it was so cool to write stuff on the spot,” guitarist Dylan DiLella says. “Writing stuff in the same room showed us that we don’t have to try as hard to create cool music. There was a lot of bashing our heads in this band, especially when trying to make this record. Going with the energy in the room helped us trust ourselves more.” Pyrrhon, which formed in New York City in 2008 when most of the band was in college, has always been classified as technical death metal for convenience. Their music, however, defies convention—even in the anything-goes world of 21st-century metal. Pyrrhon's music contains the musical prowess of Gorguts’s Obscura, the unrelenting rhythmic pummeling of Big Black, and the experimentation of free jazz. Moore’s lyrics - a combination of poetry and flash prose - are a welcome relief in an art form awash in stale cliches and genre tropes. Pyrron’s jarring and complex music - a true outlier when the band released their first album over a decade ago - requires attention and scrutiny, and demands replay. Pyrrhon’s fifth album, Exhaust, is not a concept record. However, many songs touch on where we are in 2024; people are overwhelmed and unable to catch their breath. The album was initially called “Exhaustion,” but drummer Steve Schwegler noticed recurring imagery about cars slowly degrading from overuse - an apt metaphor for an album exploring perpetual burnout. On a larger level, Exhaust is about things - machines or humans - being ground down and never recovering. It also hints at the exhaustion of staying sane in a world overrun with digital devices, social media, holograms, and artificial intelligence. “It’s about the experience of being pushed beyond your ability to sustain things,” Moore says. “We went through a pandemic, and now people act like it didn’t happen. We went through an attempted fascist insurrection, and now people act like it didn’t happen. It’s a sense of constantly juggling things and never having a handle on them. That feeling became a big part of this record and the imagery.” Pyrrhon’s songwriting process has always been democratic. On Exhaust, however, they wrote more material as a unit. In the past, one member wrote the framework of a song using a sequence of riffs or grooves. For Exhaust, Pyrrhon worked more collaboratively and wrote several songs as a group while jamming. “On the trip to Pennsylvania, we wrote as a group on the spot,” Moore says. “But even outside that, we wrote songs in our practice space. We have the same democratic principle as before, but what happened with Exhaust was that we all got better at realizing what works. It’s supposed to sound wild, but we’ve been a band for over 15 years, and the current lineup has been together for nearly a decade. The result was knowing what to do to serve the big picture.” “Exhaust sounds like a band playing together, which is tough for a technical experimental death metal band,” DiLella says. “That’s always been our goal, but we haven't achieved it until this record. It’s our tightest record, but in some ways, it's also the loosest. It’s easy to forget about the burning passion we all had when we started this band. We are all passionate music fans, and that is channeled into this band. We just have recently realized how lucky we are to have Pyrrhon.” Exhaust was recorded with longtime Pyrrhon producer Colin Marston in December 2023 at Menegroth, The Thousand Caves studios in Queens, shortly before the studio closed. The album benefits from the band members' other musical pursuits and life changes over the past four years. Moore joined the experimental black metal band Scarcity and became a software developer. DiLella joined the ascendant noise rock band Couch Slut and became a guitar teacher. Bassist Erik Malave studied library science. Schwegler finished college on the GI Bill and got an engineering job. “Our jobs and our lives changed a lot,” Moore says. “We almost had to figure out how to be a band again.” In Pyrrhon’s early days, the band often wrote about their adopted hometown of New York. Their debut album, An Excellent Servant But A Terrible Master, is, in many ways, an album about the city. In recent years, however, they have looked wider for inspiration - even to topics like American football. One of Exhaust’s standout tracks “Concrete Charlie” is loosely based on hard-hitting Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Chuck Bednarik, who exhibited CTE symptoms at the end of his life. “It’s outwardly about football but more about how a larger system used and discarded him,” Moore says. “It’s part of the American experience. These titans of sports and people lionized by American culture are turned into mulch by the end of their lives. Football is a microcosm of American life, and we lionize these men who achieve extraordinary things but are fundamentally being exploited.” A little more than a year removed from the cabin, Pyrrhon is reenergized and looking forward. “The pandemic and everything that happened honestly gave us a chance to pause for the first time since we’ve been a band,” DiLella says. “In the past, when albums were done, we started working on a new one. I’ve been reflecting on the band’s early days lately. We were kids when the band started. Now, I feel like we can work to our strengths more. I feel more confident and think the rest of the band does, too.” “I did a lot of soul-searching with Exhaust,” Moore says. “We've been through a time of great uncertainty. I tend to get into my head about this stuff. Now that our lives are more balanced, I feel it was all worth it.” - Justin M. Norton Track Listing: 1. Not Going To Mars 2. First As Tragedy, Then As Farce 3. The Greatest City On Earth 4. Strange Pains 5. Out Of Gas 6. Luck Of The Draw 7. Concrete Charlie 8. Stress Fractures 9. Last Gasp 10. Hell Medicine Line-up: Erik Malave - Bass Dylan DiLella - Guitars Doug Moore - Vocals Steve Schwegler - Drums https://www.facebook.com/willowtip https://www.facebook.com/pyrrhonband The video to the atmospheric single “Zielenrust” has been premiered today via No Clean Singing. Watch the video here: https://www.nocleansinging.com/2024/09/06/an-ncs-video-premiere-krvl-zielenrust/ Shazzula of Wolvennest guests on the track. The band commented about her contribution: “When we were listening to the demo of this song we felt like there was something missing. So we came up with the idea to add some female vocals on the intro. Shazzula was our first choice and luckily she liked our music and she said yes.” Pre-save the single on digital platforms: https://share.amuse.io/track/krvl-zielenrust Pre-order the album “Donkere Paden”: https://krvl.bandcamp.com/album/donkere-paden https://t.ly/krvlD (CD) https://t.ly/krvlV (Vinyl) Following on from their debut "Kravaal" (self-released, 2022), the second album “Donkere Paden” will bring even more darkness and despair which will be divided into seven chapters. The album will feature guest vocalists H. from the band Oerheks and Shazzulah from the revered Wolvennest. The band states: "We've poured our souls into crafting an atmospheric black metal album that will transport you to realms of chilling beauty and crushing despair. Prepare yourselves, for KrvL's reign of darkness begins anew when Autumn falls…" KrvL comprises nameless souls that drift through the Kravaal Forest in Belgium in search of the light amongst the darkness they find themselves in. With lyrics in Dutch, the band contemplates topics such as nature, finding inner peace, nemesis, resurrection and an attempt to find light in the darkness. Musically, the band is all about atmosphere. With a foundation of traditional 90s and modern black metal, the anonymous band also mixes post-metal, doom and sludge influences. KrvL was established at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, creating a perfect mood for the writing and recording of their debut album "Kravaal". Eventually, the album was self-released digitally in 2022 and then on vinyl in 2023. 2024 sees the band reach new heights with the signing to These Hands Melt and the release of their second album. https://thesehandsmelt.shop/ https://www.facebook.com/KrvL1745/ DEFILED EMBRACE - "THE NETHER EARTH" Release Date: September 06, 2024 Label: Another Side Records The second full-length studio album by Israeli Doom Metal project. Following the promising debut album "Whispers Of The Forest", "The Nether Earth" is fifty-four minutes Doom Death Metal creation, with its roots deep into the world of sadness and gloom. The album speaks of the sadness and sorrow a person endures in life, such as love, loss, the dying and mourning of loved ones, and the wish to cause harm in turn. While so, the album's artwork and theme song describes the darkest side of the world we live in - a world full of suffering, a place barely suitable to live in for those, who are emotional, caring, and loving. "The Nether Earth" brings a modern vibe and sound of Doom Metal, deeply influenced by bands such as Swallow The Sun, Clouds, Trees of Eternity, and The Sins Of Thy Beloved. Tracklist: 1. This Blackened Half 2. Defiled Embrace 3. Cold 4. The Nether Earth (In Shade of Rotten Trees II) 5. Pieces 6. Mausoleum 7. Dim 8. Erase All That Is Pure Biography Defiled Embrace is a one-man-project formed in Israel in 2021 by local musician Matan Kedar. The project started as a collection of different Doom Metal songs, written by Matan over the course of 11 years. Some songs were originally written for another projects, but eventually they all came together under the name Defiled Embrace. During 2021, Matan decided to record the songs using session musicians he works with in other bands, and the debut album “Whispers Of The Forest” was recorded during 2021-2022. On July 2022, Defiled Embrace singed a deal with Metal Scrap Records Inc. Three videos were shot to support forthcoming release: “In Her Sullen Reflection”, “Autumn” and “Whispers Of The Forest”. September 9 became as an official release date of “Whispers Of The Forest” album through Another Side Records, a division of Metal Scrap Records Inc. To the end of 2023, the new album, "The Nether Earth", was recorded. During 2024, three Singles ("Mausoleum", "Pieces" and "Defiled Embrace") will be shouted before second album release, which planned on September 6 same year. https://anotherside.metalscraprecords.com/ Glasgow (Scotland) - Brutal Death Metal quartet, INIQUITOUS SAVAGERY, are back! After nearly a decade since the release of full-length debut album, SUBVERSIONS OF THE PSYCHE, the Scottish brutes return with sophomore album, EDIFICE OF VICISSITUDES, their first for Willowtip! Without compromise, stylistic detours or mellowing with age, Edifice of Vicissitudes is a blast-beaten beast of an album and a quintessential example of Brutal Death Metal in its purest form. Guitarist Joe Fleetwood drives that point home in explaining that, “Edifice of Vicissitudes is the culmination of years of jamming and formulating our ideas into the most brutal and twisted Iniquitous Savagery songs we could make.” Willowtip Records will release Edifice of Vicissitudes November 22 on CD, vinyl, and digital formats. Pre-order: https://iniquitoussavagery.bandcamp.com/album/edifice-of-vicissitudes https://willowtip.com/bands/details/iniquitous-savagery.aspx Track Listing: 1. Casualty of Diabolical Trial 2. Synaptic Cull 3. Choked Before First Breath 4. Omnipotence Negates Self-Affliction 5. Narcotic Exsanguination 6. Lifeblood 7. Drenched in Righteous Offal 8. Bio-Digital Convergence in the Fourth Industrial Age Credits: All music and lyrics by Iniquitous Savagery. Recorded by D.P Johnson and Euan Harrison at Audio Lounge and Full Pelt studios. Reamping, mixing and mastering by Colin Marston at The Thousand Caves. Cover art by Giannis Nakos of Remedy Art Design. Line-up: Liam McCall - Vocals Joe Fleetwood - Guitar Chris Ryan - Bass Euan Harrison - Drums https://www.willowtip.com/home.aspx https://www.facebook.com/iniquitoussavagery They have always stayed on their path of mixing deathmetal with a grind sauce and dosing everything with a good serving of humor. From blast beats, gravity blasts, a german spoken a capella piece, breakdowns and a surprise power metal solo it‘s impossible to stand still. The latest masterpiece „AT FULL FORCE“ (out February 11th, 2024) is the first album under the new line-up. You’re either banging your head or dodging inflatable beachballs at their shows. Don‘t expect angry frowns – GORE FORCE V wants to see smiles and raised hands https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_kEfS8CtUH/?igsh=eDU1MzY4dzlpa3cw https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/album/76QPA7Nqfjpl7Falw7SxNK?si=Z86gI5tXSSyfNzg5yw7OeA https://www.instagram.com/gore_force_5 Play "The Sun, You" here: https://linktr.ee/saddayah "The Sun, You" was recorded at Osimetric Studios Bucharest. Cover art by Filip Rădulescu. "Lila" will be released in collaboration with Loud Rage Music, more about this to be revealed soon. SADDAYAH was founded 11 years ago in Ploiesti, Romania. The band's music is based in traditional Death Metal although the members' high technical level shaped a new direction, a combination of Melodic Technical Death Metal with Progressive and Black Metal influences. https://linktr.ee/loudragemusic https://www.saddayah.com Hungarian Death Metal band ...IN VISCERO released their debut album "ITALIA VIOLENTA" Hungarian Death Metal trio ...IN VISCERO released their debut full-length album "Italia Violenta" as limited edition jewel-case CD on Pest Records (Romania) and Metal Ör Die Records (Hungary)! The band's sound is Swedish, the band members are seasoned musicians with experience in Hungarian bands such as Casketgarden, Boru, Mutilation Case and Rém, and the lyrics are in Italian. Here's what the band had to say about the album: "Our goal is to evoke the great moments of Italian cinema between the 60s and 90s. The era when filmmaking was more human, creative and forward-looking. When the void created by financial gaps was filled with human creativity, which created masterpieces that are now inscribed in gold in the eternal pantheon of universal cinematography. The seven films evoked by the album's songs tell tales about demons, zombies, witches and the darkest side of the human mind. After listening to the album, watching these films is not only necessary, but mandatory! Viva il Cinema Italiano!" https://pestrecords.bandcamp.com/album/in-viscero-italia-violenta https://www.facebook.com/metalordierec/ ASCIAN: Neues Album “SING TO ME, SWEET VOID” kommt
in wenigen Wochen . Ende des Monats ist es endlich soweit!
ASCIAN sind zurück, um erneut jeglicher Hoffnung zu trotzen. Auf „Sing to me,
Sweet Void“ vereinen sie einmal mehr fragile hoffnungsvolle Momente mit der
anmutigen Schönheit tiefster Trauer.
Das zweite Album der Braunschweiger Doom/Post-Black-Metaller ist in dieser Form ein Meisterstück aus ergreifenden Melodien und tonnenschweren Riffs. Tracklist 01. Follow the Serpent 02. The Odium Palace (feat. Dima Dudko of White Ward) 03. The Golden Queen 04. Cold Sun 05. Threnody Spirals (feat Judith Ehreke of Unsoulicited) 06. Fra Lyset 07. Deathwish Das neue Material wird am Veröffentlichungstag im Rahmen Stygian Pilgrims Festivals zusammen mit OPHIS, FROWNING und weiteren exzellenten Bands live vorgestellt. Über ASCIAN ASCIAN stehen seit ihrer Gründung 2018 für eine neue Ära im Doom Metal. Mit viel Herz und Leidenschaft vermischt das Quartett aus Braunschweig und Würzburg Doom, Black und Post-Metal zu einem hochemotionalen Gesamtwerk. Schonungslos erschaffen ASCIAN düstere Klanglandschaften, in denen sich Hoffnungslosigkeit und Melancholie vereinen. Schon ihr Debütalbum „Elysion“ (2020, Black Sunset) konnte Genreliebhaber wie Szenepresse begeistern. Hervorgehoben wurde vor allem die erdrückende Atmosphäre und das einzigartige Songwriting. In dieser Phase konnten ASCIAN mit ihrer einzigartigen Live-Show überzeugen. Dabei teilten sie sich die Bühne mit Bands wie HUNDRED YEAR OLD MAN, KHEMMIS, URZA und HEMELBESTORMER. 2024 sind ASCIAN zurück, um erneut jeglicher Hoffnung zu trotzen. Auf „Sing to me, Sweet Void“ bilden zerbrechliche Melodien, erdrückend-schwere Riffs und ein packendes Songwriting eine Symbiose. Von der Schönheit tiefster Trauer bis hin zur spürbaren Last, welche den Songs auf „Sing to me, Sweet Void“ innewohnen, gibt es beim Hören viel zu fühlen. Das spiegelt sich auch lyrisch wider. Denn auch wenn ASCIAN kein geschlossenes Konzept verfolgen, sind Themen wie Verlust und innere Leere in den Songs stets spürbar. Und obwohl sich die Atmosphäre wie ein grau-schwarzer Schleier ausbreitet, passiert auf „Sing to me, Sweet Void“ eine ganze Menge. In ihren Schattierungen sind die Braunschweiger abwechslungsreich und ergreifend - Sie lassen den zerbrechlichen Momenten ebenso ihren Raum wie den bedrückenden. Fans von MY DYING BRIDE, SHAPE OF DESPAIR, PARADISE LOST und sogar DER WEG EINER FREIHEIT und ALCEST sollten aufmerksam lauschen. Leave all hope behind - Misery is ahead! https://www.facebook.com/AscianDoom AMYSTERY – „CHAOS EMPIRE SATAN“ Genre: Black Metal Label: Folter Records Vertrieb: Alive VÖ: 31.10.2024 Die okkulte Formation AMYSTERY ist zurück mit ihrem vierten Album »Chaos Empire Satan«, ein gleichermaßen rohes und edles Werk zur Bewahrung und Zelebrierung des traditionellen Black Metal als eigenständige Kunstform. Dabei sind sie kein uninspiriertes Abbild einer alten Genregröße, sondern schmieden vielmehr kompromisslos ihren eigenen, authentischen Schwarzstahl, der sich vielfach im Angriffsmodus befindet, sich in Kompositionen wie »Spirits In Fire« oder »Infestation« aber auch zu erhabener, mystischer Größe aufschwingt. Nach einer mehrjährigen Schaffenspause hatten sich die Bajuwaren AMYSTERY 2018 mit einer veränderten Besetzung wieder zusammengeschlossen, um gemeinsam weiter an neuem Material zu arbeiten. Im Sommer 2021 kam es erneut zu einem Besetzungswechsel, seitdem besteht die Band aus drei Personen: Grond (Drums), Culpa (Bass) und Nephesus (Vocals, Gitarre). AMYSTERY ist keine Band, bei der ein neues Album daraus erwächst, dass sich Individuen gegenseitig im Alleingang aufgenommene Tondateien auf die Rechner schicken – die Ideen, Riffs etc. für die zehn Songs von »Chaos Empire Satan« wurden gemeinsam im Proberaum gesammelt und dort ausgearbeitet. Auf ihrer Tour im Februar 2023 wurden bereits drei neue Stücke präsentiert, die restlichen sechs entstanden im Zeitraum bis Dezember 2023. Inhaltlich behandelt »Chaos Empire Satan« die Theorien und Macht der Chaosmagie nach Peter James Carroll und beschreibt die dazugehörigen Praktiken und Auswirkungen auf das Leben und die Seele. Darüber hinaus geht es um die Ambivalenz zwischen der vermeintlichen Nichtigkeit des irdischen Lebens im kosmischen und multidimensionalen Maßstab und der Größe des eigenen persönlichen (Multi-)Universums mit der daraus erwachsenden maximalen Gestaltungsfreiheit, Wirksamkeit und Einflussnahme. AMYSTERY als Band zelebriert diese Überzeugung, was bereits im Vorgängeralbum »All Hail The Cult« eine tragende Rolle spielte und nun im neuen Album noch mehr ins Zentrum gerückt wurde. Aufgenommen wurde das Album im Januar 2024. Das Cover-Artwork wurde von Malphas (ex-AMYSTERY, ex-Lunar Aurora, Mortem Agmen) gezeichnet, die grafische Gestaltung wurde von Lense Of Sense übernommen. https://www.facebook.com/FolterRecordsGermany https://www.facebook.com/Amysterycult Tauche ein in das düstere Symphonic-Metal-Erlebnis: Sopransirene TALIA HOIT kündigt ihr neues Album an! Vorstellung der Videosingle “OCEAN” in Vorfreude auf das Album “Oceans” Der Ozean ist ebenso gegensätzlich wie geheimnisvoll. Einerseits ist er tief, gefährlich, pechschwarz, mit Teilen, die noch unerforscht sind, während Folklore und Mythologie uns lehren, dass er auch voller Meeresungeheuer wie Kraken oder Riesentintenfische und tödlich verführerischer Kreaturen wie Sirenen oder Meerjungfrauen ist. Andererseits ist er ruhig und still, bietet stille Höhlen und schützende Ufer, bevölkert von schönen Wesen und einer faszinierenden Flora. In einem metaphorischen Verständnis spiegelt diese Vielfalt des Ozeans auch die Vielfalt der menschlichen Gefühle und Erfahrungen wider. Genau von diesem Themenbereich hat sich die Symphonic-Metal-Nixe und talentierte Singer-Songwriterin Talia Hoit für ihr kommendes Album “Oceans” inspirieren lassen, das am 21. November 2024 erscheinen wird. In zehn fesselnden Songs erreicht die aufstrebende Symphonic-Metal-Sängerin meisterhafte Höhen und Tiefen. Mit Mat Plekhanov an der Gitarre (DRAGONY), Roland Navratil am Schlagzeug (ATROCITY, LEAVES EYES, EDENBRIDGE) und Max Stoner an Bass- und Rhythmusgitarre kann sie sich zusätzlich mit einer herausragenden Besetzung rühmen. Alle Tracks auf dem Album wurden von Talia Hoit geschrieben, von ihr und Frank Pitters (VISIONS OF ATLANTIS, DEEP SUN, EDENBRIDGE) produziert und knüpfen thematisch an das nautische Thema an. “Oceans” ist ein symphonisches Eintauchen in die wechselnden Gezeiten menschlicher Emotionen und behandelt Themen wie langsam fortschreitende Liebe, die auf felsigen Ufern aufläuft, die weite Leere des Verlustes, die Standhaftigkeit inmitten turbulenter Wellen sowie den Triumph des menschlichen Geistes – Talia Hoit lädt uns ein, sie auf eine Reise unter die Wellen und ins Innere der Ozeane zu begleiten. Ihr Sound ist dunkel, introspektiv und metaphorisch. Er löst sicherlich eine Reihe von Emotionen aus und kann zum Nachdenken über Themen wie Liebe und Verlust anregen. Talia erklärt: “Bei diesem Album möchte ich wirklich, dass die Leute die Musik und die Themen der Songtexte tief spüren, wie die Tiefen des Ozeans. Ich möchte, dass es eine Reise für den Hörer ist, eine, die Spaß macht, aber auch emotional bewegt.” Aber selbst wenn man nicht so tief taucht, kann man es genießen, auf eine nautische musikalische Reise mitgenommen zu werden, ein Abenteuer, wenn man so will. So oder so, Talias Musik hat eine unbestreitbare Wirkung auf den Hörer. Wenn du also ein Metal-Fisch bist, der im weiten Meer der musikalischen Möglichkeiten herumdümpelt, wirst du es bestimmt genießen, dich absichtlich in ihrem sorgfältig gewobenen symphonischen Metal-Netz zu verfangen! Trackliste 1. Castaway 2. Unanchored 3. Ocean 4. Beautiful 5. Stolen 6. Abyss 7. VastDeep 8. Island of Hope 9. Infinity 10. Significance "Oceans" ist hier bereits vorbestellbar: https://orcd.co/oceans3 Du kannst es nicht erwarten, bis das neue Album rauskommt? Kein Problem! Du kannst die Wartezeit überbrücken und dich auf die Stimmung und den Sound des kommenden Albums “Oceans” vorbereiten, indem du in der Zwischenzeit in Talia Hoits Videosingle “Ocean” eintauchst. Der Song wird auch auf dem kommenden Album zu hören sein und dient als erster Vorgeschmack auf das, was uns erwartet, denn er war die erste Inspiration für “Oceans”. Der musikalische Kontrast und das Zusammenspiel zwischen dem fesselnden Orchesterarrangement, den schweren Instrumentalklängen, Talias sanftem Soprangesang und den emotionalen Lyrics sind eine faszinierende, gelungene Mischung aus musikalischen Eindrücken einerseits und wecken andererseits die Assoziation, die rhythmischen Bewegungen des Ozeans an der Oberflächen und darunter die Ebbe und Flut der Wellen spüren zu können. Der starke, emotionale Ton und der Liedtext spiegeln die Herausforderung wider, die es darstellt, die turbulenten Gewässer menschlicher Zuneigung zu navigieren, ganz so, als würde man durch die tiefen Gewässer des Meeres steuern müssen. Gleichzeitig erinnert der Song daran, dass die Brutalität und Weite des Ozeans, durch die man sich sehr klein und verloren fühlen kann, ähnlich der überwältigenden Erfahrung von Liebe und des Getrenntseins von geliebten Menschen, durch die schönen Momente des Zusammenseins und Füreinanderdaseins ausgeglichen werden, die ebenso schön sind wie das Glitzern an der Meeresoberfläche. Tauche also mit Talia Hoit in den “Ocean” ein! Jetzt reinhören und die Videosingle “Ocean” hier ansehen: https://youtu.be/ADpdrcQQBVM?si=tYnUg_sUxkEnXy3f Talias neue Single "Ocean" für deine persönliche Playlist: https://orcd.co/taliahoit2 Mehr über Talia Hoit Für Talia Hoit aus Colorado, die seit ihrem fünften Lebensjahr klassisch am Klavier ausgebildet wurde, hat sich ihre musikalische Früherziehung definitiv ausgezahlt. Heute schreibt sie eigene Songs, tritt als Sängerin und Keyboarderin auf und komponiert Orchesterpartituren für symphonischen Metal. Seit vielen Jahren schreibt sie auch leidenschaftlich gerne Songs außerhalb einer offiziellen Band und arbeitet nun mit talentierten Produzenten und Musikern zusammen, um ihre persönlichsten und intimsten Songs zum Leben zu erwecken und mit der Welt zu teilen. Fünf Jahre lang war Talia die Keyboarderin und Songwritertin der Band AnaDies. Derzeit ist sie Leadsängerin, Orchestratorin und Co-Songwriterin der Symphonic-Metal-Band BEYOND FORGIVENESS sowie Keyboarderin für die Metalband OB NIXILIS. Als Solokünstlerin hat sie zwei Original-Heimstudio-Alben für persönliche Zwecke geschrieben und aufgenommen: “Fate's Too Small” (2007) und “A Little Longer” (2012), die nur in einer limitierten Auflage auf CD erschienen sind, hauptsächlich für Freunde und Familie. Im Jahr 2019 nahm sie die Single “Angel” (produziert von Jarek Musil) auf, die erst kürzlich neu gemastert wurde. Nach der Erfahrung, mit einem professionellen Produzenten zu arbeiten, beschloss sie, ihr Soloprojekt weiterzuverfolgen, um so viele ihrer persönlichen Songs, die sie im Laufe der Jahre geschrieben hatte, professionell zu produzieren und kommerziell zu veröffentlichen wie möglich. Im Jahr 2023 veröffentlichte sie zwei weitere Singles: “Abandon” und “Whispers in the Storm”. Ihre langjährige Erfahrung in der Musikbranche und ihr Verständnis von klassischer Musik spiegeln sich in diesen Werken deutlich hörbar wider und zeugen von hoher Qualität und Kompetenz. Talias Musik ist definitiv ein Leckerbissen für Symphonic-Metal-Fans sowie Liebhaber harter Musik, denn sie zeigt Einflüsse von Bands wie WITHIN TEMPTATION, NIGHTWISH, EVANESCENCE und VISIONS OF ATLANTIS. Surfe das Web, springe auf die Metal-Wellen auf und komme bereits vor der Veröffentlichung des neuen Albums in Stimmung! Talia Hoit online entdecken und anhören: https://www.taliahoit.com/ https://www.facebook.com/taliahoitofficial MOTÖRHEAD kündigen an: "WE TAKE NO PRISONERS – THE SINGLES 1995–2006" als Sammlung von A- und B-Seiten im DELUXE 7” SET, als Doppel-CD sowie in digitaler Form "Shut Your Mouth" (Single Edit) erstmals digital erhältlich! In der goldenen Ära der Single – in den 1970er und 80er Jahren – stürmten Motörhead regelmäßig am Sonntagnachmittag die Ohren der Chart-Hörer mit einer Reihe von Hits in den Rockcharts der damaligen Zeit. Die Single als Format mag zwar seit den 90er Jahren mit dem Aufkommen der CD an Bedeutung verloren haben, dies minderte jedoch nicht die Qualität der Singles und Promos, die Motörhead weiterhin veröffentlichten. Diese zumeist auf CD erschienenen Singles sind heute rar und haben einen sehr hohen Sammlerwert. Da erscheint es doch passend, auch diesen Patronengurt an Hit-Kalibern der Band nochmals aufzuarbeiten und in dem Format zu veröffentlichen, das einst durch die Single geboren wurde: 7"-Vinyl. "We Take No Prisoners" ist eine Sammlung der Singles der Band aus den Jahren 1995 bis 2006, die als Box-Set mit neun 7"-Singles sowie als erweiterte Doppel-CD und als digitale Edition erhältlich sind. Von Publikumslieblingen wie dem wuchtigen "Sacrifice" über ihre einzigartige Coverversion der Sex Pistols mit "God Save The Queen", bis hin zu den halbakustischen Roots-Vibes von "Whorehouse Blues" – es ließ sich nicht leugnen, dass ihr songschreiberisches Können immer noch unübertroffen war. Mit einer Auswahl seltener Live- und Radiomitschnitte und einem lange verloren geglaubten Promo-Interview mit Lemmy und Mikkey Dee aus dem Jahr 2004 ist dies die ultimative Sammlung aus jener Ära der Band mit den Songs, die den Erfolg ihrer jeweiligen Alben befeuerten. Weiter unten gibt es alle Details zu den jeweiligen "We Take No Prisoners"-Releases. News und Updates finden sich mit einem Besuch auf www.iMotorhead.com. Trackliste des 7"-Boxsets: DISC ONE A – Sacrifice B – Over Your Shoulder (Live) DISC TWO A – I Don't Believe A Word (Single Edit)* B – Overnight Sensation (Live) DISC THREE A – Love For Sale B – Take The Blame DISC FOUR A – God Save The Queen B – One More Fucking Time DISC FIVE A – Shut Your Mouth B – See Me Burning DISC SIX A – Whorehouse Blues B – Killers DISC SEVEN A – God Was Never On Your Side B – Trigger DISC EIGHT A – R.A.M.O.N.E.S. (2006 version) B – R.A.M.O.N.E.S. (Live)” DISC NINE A/B – Inferno Interview – Bel Age Hotel, California, April 2004 (w/ Mikkey Dee and Lemmy) “We Take No Prisoners – The Singles 1995–2006" ist ab 25. Oktober 2024 erhältlich. www.iMotorhead.com Hier vorbestellbar: https://motorhead.lnk.to/prisoners This early stream of AGONY'S BESPOKE comes exclusively through Metal Injection. Listen to the album now at https://metalinjection.net/av/full-album-stream/blighted-eye-streams-melodic-banger-of-a-new-record-agonys-bespoke Agony's Bespoke is a monumental, hour-long work, marking a new height for the band's growing skills of songwriting and storytelling. Theatrical and immersive, the album is heavily inspired by the 2018 Australian film, "Nightingale," and tells a similarly tragic story. Highlighting the transformative power of violence and the ultimate futility of revenge, the album seeks to explore the lasting emotional and psychological impact of trauma. Beyond The Top Records will release Agony's Bespoke on digipak CD, limited-edition vinyl, and digital formats on September 20. Pre-orders are available at: https://linktr.ee/beyondthetoprecords BLIGHTED EYE has already released two tracks off Agony's Bespoke. Stream "In Emnity" and "Howls from Beyond the Mist" on Spotify and Apple Music. Tracklist: 1. Tragoedia 2. The Wounding 3. In Emnity 4. Howls from Beyond the Mist 5. A Feast for Worms 6. Pallid 7. Nightingale 8. A Reverent Stillness 9. Agony’s Bespoke Agony's Bespoke was produced, mixed, and mastered by Alex Sedin. Cover art by Caelan Stokkermans. Hailing from the greater Seattle area, BLIGHTED EYE is a progressive death/black metal act featuring members from Aethereus, Mesmur, and Pantheist. The band interweaves crushing riffs and blastbeats with intricate, layered melodic work akin to Opeth, Swallow the Sun, Rotting Christ, and Dark Tranquility. Their musical journey aims to evoke a bespoke atmosphere that delves into the depths of the human psyche, exploring the haunting lyrical themes that reside within the darkest recesses of the mind. BLIGHTED EYE is: Christopher Jones: Guitar Kyle Chapman: Guitar, Vocals Ben Gassman: Bass John Devos: Drums https://linktr.ee/beyondthetoprecords https://www.facebook.com/BlightedEye Drowning In Blood is a thrash metal 4-piece from Montreal with epic harmonies, headcrushing riffs and themes of war, freedom, revolution and liberty. Their music displays influence from Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, Toxic Holocaust, Power Trip, Kreator and Exodus with some hints of Melodic Death Metal. The band was originally formed of drummer Noah Muller (ex-False Gods), bassist Mathieu Brunet (Tribal Bones, Atomic Threat), and lead guitarist/singer Christophe Michaud (Grimhold). After a couple of shows, the band decided to get a second guitarist in order to make live performances more complete and they hired Justin Boisvert (Grimhold). After parting ways with Mathieu for personal reasons, the band hired Nicolas Tremblay (ex-False Gods, Eons Of Serenity) as new bassist. The band released its debut EP Crush The Weak at the end of 2021 and slowly made their way through the local scene before releasing their single Resist, Revolt! in 2022. Their latest album "You've Won... But At What Cost?" has been released on August 9th. http://www.drowninginblood.com https://www.facebook.com/DrowningInBlood Wrahha's three inaugural tracks forming the debut "Harbingers of a Horrid Cleansing" demo tape here presented (released in America by Sentient Ruin and in Europe by AbArt Corruption) are a weaponized instrument of terror that in a bare ten minutes tests the limits of human resistance taking it to its bloodiest breaking point. The three tracks bring forth an unprecedented audial assault channeling the cruelty and mercilessness of black/death cults like Revenge, Diocletian and Heresiarch, while establishing Wrahha as a violent means of transcendence in its own right, not one who will ever follow in anyone's steps, but rather one meant to forge its own destiny and self-determination in crushing tyranny and cast its own destructive shadow across the path of anything or anyone who dare to oppose. "HARBINGERS OF A HORRID CLEANSING" demo tape’s imminent arrival has now also been teased by European extreme metal blog Antichrist Magazine, who have premiered the track “Totalitarian Crucifixion Rite“ - you can check out the feature and listen to the track https://antichristmagazine.com/exclusive-premiere-wrahha-totalitarian-crucifixion-rite/ As its title suggests, this demo tape release is like an omen or harbinger of Wrahha's horrid aural atrocity awaiting ahead in the form of the band's upcoming debut full-length, which will be a concept album about gaining and losing power. This demo is loosely based around the same theme. With "Berserker Elite...." the band depicts the mythos of the infamous frenzied warriors who went into battle in a trance before the regular troops, like harbingers of what is about to come. "Totalitarian Crucifixion Rite" is about the concept of maintaining power through terror, which in the end leads always to downfall. While the final song "Imperious Mastery..." introduces the theme of overthrowing and cleansing a totalitarian regime, as happened for example during the Trials of Nurnberg, where the foundations and vestiges of the old ideology were denied and erased to build something new. The "Harbingers of a Horrid Cleansing" demo tape will be officially released on September 20 2024 by Sentient Ruin in America in collaboration with AbArt Corruption for Europe Thank you as always for your time and attention given to our releases. Sincerely, Sentient Ruin https://sentientruin.com/releases/wrahha-harbingers-of-a-horrid-cleansing https://sentientruin.com/bands#/wrahha German Black Metallers GROZA published another song from their highly anticipated new album “NADIR”. The track is called “DELUGE” and can be streamed on all relevant platforms. "Nadir"is set to be released on September 20th via AOP Records! GROZA (“storm”, “terror”) is a black metal band from Bavaria, Germany. Their sound is driven by emotion, anger and sadness, combining searing melodies, raging blast beats and melancholy induced clean guitar passages into a melodic, dynamic blend. Founded as a one-man project by singer / multi-instrumentalist P.G. in 2016, the band gradually grew towards a full band in the following two years, culminating in the self-release of their first effort - “Unified In Void” (2018) - which almost instantly gained attention and interest, leading to the signing to AOP Records shortly after. After 3 years of writing and intense live activity followed the release of the 2nd full length album “The Redemptive End” (2021), that was met with critical acclaim and overwhelming reception of fans alike, entering #78 of the German album charts consequently. Between releases, the band has extensively presented their craft live on stages all across Europe during various club shows, festivals and full-fledged tours across Europe. To date, GROZA has played 120+ shows in over 20 countries. Continuing to do so in the fall of 2024, the band will again tour Europe in support of the new album. https://www.facebook.com/agonyabsinthe For our upcoming vinyl, with Empty Throne (USA) we are working with Musiccode (Denmark) who will handle the production. 6 songs, +40 minutes of Blackened Death/Thrash Metal! PRE-order the LP now! (Limited to 300 copies on black vinyl - or as we call it - black death vinyl....) https://downfallrecords.bandcamp.com/album/tba-fall058-pre-order-now PESTILENT SCARS is a five-piece melodic death metal band from Oulu. All members are between 18 and 19 years old. The band's central themes focus on melodic songwriting, pure emotion, tight gigs and overall the old school way of getting around. The band is about to release their debut album MEADOWS OF MISFORTUNE on January 17th 2025 via Inverse Records. The first single 'In Search of Reason' is released today and it's available on all essential streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/pestilent-scars-search "Mostly my writing comes straight from the heart. When I write music it has to come naturally. Melodies are very important to me and that's why we have lot of melodic riffs in our songs. It tells you a story, it's not basic death metal. I feel like I can show much more about myself with melodies. It's something that I do. I don't think a lot about which bands have inspired me, but i have to say that gothenburg's melodic death metal scene from 90's has inspired me a lot. But our music still has that Finnish melancholy. Both Finnish and Swedish melodic death metal is very important to me."- Guitarist/Songwriter, Elias Vierimaa Biography: Pestilent Scars was born in the winter of 2022/2023. The band has had the same line-up for almost its entire existence. Pestilent Scars released their first single "Deceitful Phoenix" in the summer of 2023. The single was a relative success. Deceitful Phoenix" was followed by "All On My Own" in the autumn of the same year. The band played several live shows in 2023 and 2024, which were energetic and showcased the band's overall idea. At their last gig the band performed their forthcoming album "Meadows Of Misfortune". The album will be released in early 2025. Strictly limited CD is now available on https://inverse-records.myshopify.com/products/pestilent-scars-meadows-of-misfortune-cd-pre-order Line-up: Pasi Matinolli - Vocals Elias Vierimaa - Guitars Artturi Kauppi - Drums Sampo Jylhä - Bass Topi Ilmola - Guitars https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564947165481 Raleigh (NC) - Decibel Magazine has premiered "ON THE RUN" from U.S. Black 'N Rollers, VALLETTA! "On The Run" is the second single from forthcoming full-length debut album, SUMMER, and you can check it out at the link below! https://www.decibelmagazine.com/2024/09/03/track-premiere-valletta-on-the-run/ "On The Run" will be available September 6 on all digital platforms! Blackened Arena Rock? Melancholic Grunge n' Roll? Valletta's anthemic approach to songwriting and energetic stage performance certainly makes you wonder. The band's forthcoming full-length debut album, Summer, seeks to incinerate metal norms and create a new sound that is as grimey as it is electrifying! Valletta comes with an impressive pedigree. The band features drummer Justin Valletta (Mo'ynoq), bassist/backing vocalist Donald Boyd (Mo'ynoq), guitar/lead vocalist Keenan Carroll (Lord Almighty, ex-Barishi), and guitarist/backing vocalist Will Goodyear (Hopesfall, Prayer for Cleansing, ex-Between The Buried and Me). Metal Hammer called the band's debut EP, Come Alive, "A potent mix of Celtic Frost, Satyricon and The Bronx, this is fantastically catchy, bleak, old-school extreme metal with rock’n’roll hooks." Summer takes that penetrating foundational mix and supercharges the musicianship and songwriting, resulting in 12 tracks guaranteed to leave neurological imprints! The band released the following statement about Summer: “The new album, Summer, has been a real exploration in tearing down walls that we had previously built up over the years. Each of us coming from different musical backgrounds, there’s been this strong sense of letting go and allowing the music to unfold, regardless of how uncomfortable it may be. That’s been the beauty of this journey we’ve started together, and it’s been a great ride so far! During the writing process, a constant theme that emerged was the idea of duality. From heavier, grimier riffs to beautiful, stoic melodies. From slower, muddy depths to faster, anthemic leads. From frozen wastelands, to summer nights, we’ve been on a journey to explore our limitations musically and emotionally. Spin that shit up!” Summer will be released on CD, vinyl, and digital formats on October 4 via Forcefield Records. Track Listing:* 1. Kissing Angels 2. Serpents of Solomon 3. Saint 4. Diving into the Deep 5. Criminal 6. Soot & Ash 7. Ill Blood 8. In Ecstasy 9. On the Run 10. Bringing the Worst 11. Come Alive 12. Almighty Hate *The vinyl version of Summer contains five instrumental synthesizer bonus tracks that serve as interludes. Album Credits: Recorded and mixed by Al Jacob at Warrior Sound, Chapel Hill, NC. Mastered by Matt Tuttle at IAS Studios, Winston Salem, NC. Cover Art by Will Goodyear. Line-Up: Justin Valletta - Drums Donald Boyd - Bass / Backing Vocals Keenan Carroll - Guitar / Lead Vocals Will Goodyear - Guitar / Backing Vocals https://shop.forcefieldrecords.org/ https://www.facebook.com/VallettaNC Finnish melodic death metal band CROWEN is set to release their new EP 'WHERE THE DARKNESS FALLS' later this autumn via Inverse Records. The First single 'DARK FOREVER' is released today and a stunning music video is available here: https://youtu.be/fHGAPLay3PE Dark Forever tells the story of an afterlife where darkness, beauty and a sense of anguish are present. The song also addresses the question of whether it is possible to come out of the darkness. ”The darkness served as my inspiration for this song. The afterlife is an intriguing topic, and I drew my ideas from it into the lyrics. Eventually, the lyrics of this song became the theme of the entire EP,” says Crowen's frontman Esa Uusimaa. Dark Forever is punchy, fast-paced and melodic death metal with folk influences. After the intro, the song transitions quickly from one part to the next, which leaves no time to catch a breath except for the last calm part at the end. The melody guitars by Mikko Merilinna, known from the band Khroma, add a melancholy tone to the song, possibly even creating a slightly sinister atmosphere near the end. Tuomas Saukkonen, known from the bands Wolfheart and Before the Dawn, plays the bass in the song and the entire EP. The concept of two worlds continues in the music video for the song, directed by Lana Gonch. Lead actress Mira Cibulka and Jussi Aspivaara's leather masks contribute to the mysterious atmosphere of the video. Listen to Dark Forever on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/crowen-dark-forever Biography: Crowen is a melodic death metal band founded in Espoo, Finland in 2019, led by singer-songwriter and guitarist Esa Uusimaa. In addition to guitars, Uusimaa played keyboards on the EP and built the samples for the album. He also recorded and mixed the album. Line-up: Esa Uusimaa - Vocals, Guitars, Samples Mira Cibulka - Vocals, Keyboards http://crowenofficial.net https://www.facebook.com/CrowenOfficial HVILE I KAOS – “LOWER ORDER MANIFESTATIONS” Label: Invima Records Release date: july 12th 2024 Genre: Black Ritual Chamber Music For fans of: Jo Quail | Musk Ox | Elend | Arcana You have spoken to me in whispers through the watches of the night and your sibilant suggestions have accompanied me through the hours of daylight’s toil and turgid interactions with those who imagine themselves to be of my kind. You have brought me visions of greater, darker, colder worlds and shown me the path to an existence weighty with meaning and portent. You have confirmed my beliefs in the insignificant vacuity of mankind’s stumbling, infantile civilisation and revealed the majesty of the void. I have given of myself; my blood, my spirit, my words and my devotion and now I am ready. I will step from the vaunted circle of life onto a path without ending, into a darkness ineffable, to follow as you lead, from here unto the end of forever. “This collection of recorded workings is a series of invocations to eight Lower Order Spirits, as steps leading to the sacrificial altar of Moloch, the King of Fire. This is done in accordance with the practice of Sinister Magick known as Vedantic Nihilism, as outlined in the grimoire Codex Aversum by Caine Del Sol. The forces presented by these workings are those of collapse, madness, death, and decay. They have served and will continue to serve those ends to devastating effect, in real life, in real time. You have been warned.” – Kakophonix It is 13 years since cellist, composer and explorer of secrets Kakophonix began his work of musical revelation under the banner of Hvile I Kaos…and now that journey is complete, the final votive offering rendered unto the lords of misrule. Lower Order Manifestations is a work that transcends the commonly understood barriers of genre, transposing the riffs and rhythms, atmosphere and intent of black metal into a new sonic sphere. With cello and acoustic guitar, bass, frame drums and vocal punctuations, Kakophonix has created a progressive path of rituals that lead from an awakening of passion and spirited revolution to an attainment of knowledge, a state of perfection. Through the celebratory ‘Psalmody For The Child Offering’, rife with tension, with its unnerving undercurrents that run jagged nails across the skin of human convictions and assumed proprieties, onward through the ungraspable, unknowable ‘Shadowscast’ – a darkness of substance that slips through your fingers like serpents of sand, as it blends the beautiful liquid of dreams with the fevered sweat of nightmares. From the torment and terror of ‘Panic Sun’ that undermines all you believed to be true, bringing about the collapse of certainties and understanding, to the fierce intensity of seething, dissonant aggression that is ‘Smite’…the road is long and hard, but it all leads to the breathtaking grace of ‘Verity Thy Path’, the brightness of guitars laced with the sombre reflection of the cello, an elevated state only to be found at the conclusion of the trials preceding. The final notes of Hvile I Kaos’ passage through this world could not be more perfect. Over the years Kakophonix has contributed to the work of Abigail Williams and Imperialist, released split collections with Angmar and Northsong, performed with Whoredom Rife and Ashbringer, but nothing upon his musical odyssey can compare to the visionary unfolding that is Lower Order Manifestations. Available now on InViMa Records, do not allow this exposition of beauty and wisdom to slip past you in the silence that lies beneath the noise and fool’s gold of the mundane world. Line-up: Kakophonix - Composition, cello, guitar, bass, frame drum, vocals. *additional vocal exhortations from Elizabeth Gore, Ø, S, Joseph Spiller, Layla Legard, Sarah Jayde, Dan Niederkorn, Ben Yehdigo, Thanatos, Nicole Day, Seth Scantlen, Cassidy Scantlen, Zola Scantlen, Iggy Scantlen, Aaron Sidell, Mauro Bernazzali. *death whistle on ‘Panic Sun’ by Nero Atrum. https://www.invimarecords.com/ https://www.facebook.com/HvileIKaos Finnish old school Thrash/Death metal band JEWEL THRONE is set to release their debut album 'BLOOD VULTURES' on October 18th 2024 via Inverse Records. The second single 'THE GRAVEYARD OF DREAMS' is released today and it's available here: https://push.fm/fl/jewel-throne-graveyard The band comments single: “The Graveyard of Dreams’ is one of the two oldest songs on ‘Blood Vultures’. The original version can be found on the last EP (‘Silence Shrouds the Ruins’) by the original Jewel Throne lineup from 2019. It is a personal story about deepening depression. A story about how the total futility of everything crushes a human being under its own weight. Black emptiness of being pushes you deeper into the abyss. Slowly one just stops caring about anything. Eventually one has to accept one’s own fate… and disappear." Listen to the first single Blood Vultures: https://push.fm/fl/jewel-throne-blood Biography: Jewel Throne was formed as a trio in May 2019 by bassist-vocalist Mika Sallanen, the other members being guitarist Jari Yrjänäinen and drummer Jouni Kurikka. All were already very experienced with lots of bands, demos and a few albums already in their CV’s since all had begun their adventures in music already back in the late 80´s/early 90´s. The first lineup released three EP´s in quick succession. These simple thrash metal releases should now be considered as mere rough sketches of what was to come later. It was time to add two more musicians – guitarist Toni Koskinen and vocalist Jesse Huovinen, and Jewel Throne mark II was born. Musically the band improved a lot with this change. This lineup released a bunch of singles and an EP ‘Obscure Relics’, which was also released as a tape by Fetusvomit Records. After this it was decided that it was time for the original guitar player to leave the band. Now as a four-piece, Jewel Throne mark III moved on. They released two singles and an EP ‘Illiterati’ – a release vastly superior to anything they had achieved so far. So now it was the time to decide what to do next. The band had lots of songs ready, so it was decided to jump head first into the unknown and record their debut album. The recording sessions started in Easter 2023. The band entered the studio with 20 songs out of which 17 songs ended up being recorded. All in all, the recordings took a bit longer than expected due to various issues, but in early spring 2024 the band had a finished product in their hands. ‘Blood Vultures’ was born – an album of 12 highly energetic and angry thrash/death metal songs. It was time to search for a record label, and in June 2024 the band signed with Inverse Records. Strictly limited CD is now available on https://inverse-records.myshopify.com/products/jewel-throne-blood-vultures-cd-pre-order Line-up: Jesse Huovinen – vocals Toni Koskinen – guitars Mika Sallanen – bass/vocals Jouni Kurikka - drums https://linktr.ee/jewelthronefinland The creative force behind Time Consumed, Matt Krogen, expressed his gratitude and enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "Thank you to Wormholedeath for taking an interest in my music. This album has a variety of sounds, combining doom and death metal in a simple yet engaging way that will keep people listening. The lyrics deal mostly with spirituality, including the death of a loved one and the end of time. I had some help making the songs, but I paid for the album to be made myself, so to be noticed by a label stands as a testimony to my commitment and passion for the art. I am looking forward to releasing more music with everyone at Wormholedeath." For over a decade, Matt Krogen has been playing guitar and attempting to form a band, but finding long-term commitment from others proved challenging. With a deep interest in all rock and metal subgenres, a passion for doom metal emerged after discovering a 24/7 doom metal channel on YouTube. The song "Where Suns Turn to Grey" by Veil Of Conspiracy profoundly influenced him, inspiring the writing of lyrics and self-teaching piano. Krogen managed to secure assistance for vocals and album art, financing the album's production. He has released a hard rock album titled "Die Royal" and is currently working on a power-metal project called Melting Kandle. Additionally, he is awaiting the publication of his first sci-fi novel. As a multifaceted artist, Krogen continues to search for his place in the world. www.youtube.com/TimeConsumed https://timeconsumed.bandcamp.com/album/long-night-of-silence Last Dunkelheit Metal Stock & 10% SALE : Hier sind wir wieder, um euch darauf aufmerksam zu machen, dass der letzte (Extrem)-Metal-Bestand auf euch wartet. CDs für unter einem Euro und Vinyl für unter sechs Euro, dasselbe gilt für Shirts... Zusätzliche 10% SALE-Aktion bis nächsten Mittwoch, den 11. September. Diese Preise liegen sogar unter dem Produktionspreis und nur solange der Vorrat reicht! Viele unserer Extrem-Metal-Veröffentlichungen sind nun vergriffen und ausverkauft, also empfehlen wir euch, nachzuschauen und zu handeln! Danke für eure Aufmerksamkeit. Weeks are going fast as rain drops are falling from the sky... So, here we are again with another weekend and remind you for the two amazing events this year! We are doing our best to bring back the spirit of post industrial! A kind of music that always was for the few of you. The upcoming two events of HARSH FREQUENCIES OVER LIMBURG IV in October and RITUALS OVER LIMBURG II are events that we are preparing with our heartblood. Two events with unique and well chosen acts and artists from the underground. On the upcoming two-days fest of HARSH FREQUENCIES OVER LIMBURG IV we are presenting to you 9 acts that have their roots in harsh noise up to power electronics and industrial. BLUE EYES will prepare you a voyage into harsh noise landscape that you won't forget. SLPWK, new rising polish electronic artist will let you dive into a sea of droning electronic ambient flood. ABSOLUTE KEY from Finland is very known to create a surrealistic experimental noisy atmosphere, so watch out! SAVAGE GOSPEL will punch you back to 70s psychedelic times but into deep deep harsh noise! ACIPENSERIDAE is our secret weapon, a artist that is active for longer time but popping up with several ultra limited releases from time to time. Harsh Noise with self prepared instruments in the old way, for the first time ever in live action, this one will be unique! SPUR ON TO XS from Eindhoven (NL) will bring back the spirit of Power Electronics in a melting combination of ATRAX MORGUE and dark street electronics sound such as BIZARRE UPROAR. So over that we will see LE KRIZ AN for the first time! Harsh Noise soundscape that will take you on a obsucre travel and let you back with many questions... so don't miss it! At the end we have two bombs of Noise/PE for you! AM NOT and ANTICHILDLEAGUE from UK, no words needed here as artist-history speak for themself! Get your ass up, get your tickets and don't miss this event. Experience the power of noise and industrial in real life! There are only left 2 months and less than 60 tickets are available for RITUALS OVER LIMBURG II festival. A festival that is concentrating on ritual industrial music with occult and spiritual background! Everybody who was there at the last fest know what to expect and this time we bring you the holy blood of industrial underground again. Swedish occult act TREPANERINGSRITUALEN don't need anymore explanation but stands for itself! Rythmic industrial that will open your third eye. For the first time VORTEX from Germany will perform a unique perfomance in Limburg-Region, occult dark ambient from Germany that will let you dive into the river of hades. YSLASHY, spiritual music, will put you into a deep trance while performing a ritual on stage. US pioneers that created the so called "dark ambient" will be here exclusively: SCHLOSS TEGAL. The most of you know what to expect, so dont fear this experience of obscure industrial. NAM-KHAR will take you by the hand for a journey into long forgotten times, their combination from drone, ambient and industrial soundscape is amazing. From the far US we have DODSSANG TEMPEL. The music and performing can be experienced like a mirror that will be like a door to another world, ritual noise ambience, could be a explanation for the music genre. BLACK VAULT from Denmark is here to perform for the first time in Limburg Region. After the successful first debut album, the artist will show what is occult industrial music from dansk lands. from european south we have ALONE IN THE HOLLOW GARDEN and LA PORTA ERMETICA. Romanian artist Dan S. (ALONE IN THE HOLLOW GARDEN) is well known in the underground but live-performances are rare, so we are very pleased to offer a stage for this unique art! Ambience and soundscapes to catch you and show you a unknown world... While LA PORTA ERMETICA from Italy received a high attention this year for their debut album, we also got a heavy fascination here. The latest album leave you behind, bathed into secrets. The act creates a magical esoteric kind of ambient industrial. with old members of AIN SOPH, so you know what to expect, don't you?! At the end we have SCHMERZ UND ERLÖSUNG from Germany. Wolf E. is active into industrial scene with his project for more than 16 years! Mostly he got attention for his VHS video and there was a long silence arround the project... We bring it back to life! Occult Industrial from Germanys underground! So expect nothing than outstanding emotion... Get your tickets - Support the underground - Experience a unique feeling ! Have a great week. Bye.Bernd Hermanns Dunkelheit Produktionen http://www.dunkelheit-shop.com Toilet ov Hell has premiered the official video for first single, "THE POUNDING OF HOOVES." Check it out below! https://toiletovhell.com/premiere-the-mosaic-window-the-pounding-of-hooves/ The Mosaic Window mastermind, Andrew Steven Brown, released the following statement concerning the album: “Hemasanctum is a concept album that explores my current thoughts on life, relationships (parent-child), and loss. While it may or may not be obvious, the album starts with a song about birth and ends with a song about death. In between are songs intentionally out of order (like the roller-coaster timeline we all experience) subtly relating to topics like self-awareness, mental health, abortion, religion, and grief. This album is the first Mosaic Window record to feature a real drummer - Gabe Seeber of Abigail Williams, Vale of Pnath, Obscura (live), Decrepit Birth (live), Carach Angren (live), and many more. Additionally, I am still in awe that there are two guest solos from the legendary (and possibly my favorite) guitarist Andy LaRocque. Both Andy and Gabe absolutely nailed their parts, and I couldn’t be more elated for their presence on the record. Hemasanctum was written and recorded between October 2023 - February 2024 at my home studio, and mixed by Damian Herring over the Summer of 2024. I am so proud of this album, and hope listeners can appreciate it too. Cheers!” Track Listing: 1. Incantation to Summon the Unstable 2. The Pounding of Hooves 3. Black Bethlehem 4. Turibulum 5. Ash Like Anvils 6. Night Disease 7. Shrouded in Pain 8. Hymn to Silence the Light Credits: Andrew Steven Brown - Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Producing, Engineering. Damian Herring - Mixing and Mastering. Additional Musicians: Gabe Seeber - Drums Andy LaRocque - Guitar Solos (Tracks 2 and 4) Album Art: “Dead Mother I” by Egon Schiele (1910) The Mosaic Window is: Andrew Steven Brown - Vocals, Guitars, Bass https://www.willowtip.com/home.aspx https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Mosaic-Window-100094717845304/ German Black Metallers SERVANT released the third track of their upcoming album “DEATH DEVIL MAGICK”. It is called “MAGICK” and can be listened on all relevant streaming platforms. “Death Devil Magick” is set to be released on September 20th via AOP Records! German Black Metal band Servant has been celebrating their melodic yet furious Black Metal across the underground and beyond since 2021. Their two well reviewed full length albums 'Blessed By The Light Of A Thousand Stars' and 'Aetas Ascensus' shook ground within the metal scene. Now the band is going to release their 3rd output 'Death Devil Magick' via AOP Records on 20th September 2024 Death Devil Magick was written record, mixed and mastered between October 23 and may 24. Without lacking on their musical trademarks, Servant continues to evolve on their new record. Melodic guitars combine with furious drums, powerful basslines go with keys and mighty grooves. On Death Devil Magick the vocals are more clear than on the previous two albums, to give the words the required power in meaning. All this is put in a powerful soundshape which is aggressive, yet very dynamic and tidied up. The lyrical topics are inspired by poets and philosophers like Charles Baudelaire and Friedrich Nietzsche, but also paintings by Franz von Stuck from the era of symbolism for example, can be mentioned here. The lyrics discuss conflicts of emotions, beliefs, addiction and depths of human nature. Death Devil Magick invites the the listener to step into the gallery of nine microcosms and witness lust, despair, magick and ecstasy. Moreover Servant is going to play Europe within Scherbentour 2024 together with ELLENDE & GROZA to spread Magick, Lust and ecstasy. https://www.facebook.com/agonyabsinthe CORPSEFUCKING ART – “TOMATIZED” Label: Comatose Music Release date: october 4th 2024 Genre: Death Metal For fans of: Mortician | Cannibal Corpse | Autopsy | Deranged “Earth shall be ruled by a new breed of sentient beings!” The world as you know it is crumbling around you, the walls of reality collapsing beneath a tsunami of screaming colours and deranged impossibilities. Bacterial holocaust invoked by the impetuous experiments of meddling scientists, alien invasion and gargantuan plant life with rapacious appetites! Books of the dead and restless spirits, a violent revolution of the creatures of the sea, mankind consumed as the protagonists of tales of horror walk the streets! Are you awake or dreaming? Is this a nightmare or encroaching insanity? It is all of this and more…you are lost in the gore-soaked madness of the mind of Corpsefucking Art! “Behold the kingdom of cyclopic tomatoes!” It’s been six years now since the release of the last Corpsefucking Art album, the excellent Splatterphobia, but at long last the Italian purveyors of sonic grotesqueries have returned…and they’re better – and more dangerously deranged – than ever! New album Tomatized combines magnificent death metal and utter madness as only Corpsefucking Art can. The opening, title track welcomes us into this madhouse with massive, crunching, grinding riffs, drum beats of insane force and shuddering impact and those sewer-dwelling vocals, laced with threat and promises of slaughter. Whatever the wild stories being told in the lyrics, this music will still tear you limb from limb. ‘Hell Of The Living Dead’ follows with some glorious, blood-spattered riffs that underline the sheer satisfying brilliance of Corpsefucking Art’s mastery of death metal. The quality never drops for a second as infectious hooks and bowel shaking rhythms are delivered with intense focus and relentless power, the exceptional music infusing the bizarre humour with an unnerving darkness. The massive sludge of ‘The Book Of The Dead’ is like drowning in congealing blood and ‘Phantasm’ dices and dissects with practised ease. ‘Escape From Alpha City’ provides the fantastically unhinged conclusion to this carnival ride through chaos and carnage, setting the seal on what is surely the finest, most entertaining and strangely unsettling death metal album ever to escape from the Corpsefucking Art asylum. “Now I’m here – stuck in this vegetable inferno!” When Comatose Music unlock the padded cell containing Tomatized on October 4th, the impact will be seismic. Thanks to the engineering and mixing skills of Alessio Cattaneo (Hideous Divinity, Satanika etc) and the mastering wizardry of Stefano Morabito (Fleshgod Apocalypse, Hour Of Penance, Vomit The Soul etc) the sound on this album is immense; raw, bloody and richly textured – every word, beat and note landing with brutal force. The fantastic package is completed by the artwork of Pierre De Palmas (Impetigo, Cliteater etc) – you will never look at tomatoes in the same way again. If you love death metal, then Tomatized is unmissable. Be ready for the vegetable invasion! “I’m in a mental hospital. Where are my tomato friends?” Line-up: Frank Moretti - Vocals Andrea Corpse - Guitar Mario Di Giambattista - Guitar Marco De Ritis - Bass John De Bello – Drums https://www.comatosemusic.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sachertorture/ Finnish black metal band NOITASAPATTI is set to release their new studio album 'SANKARIN MATKA' on November 29th 2024 via Inverse Records. The First single 'PALUU LIEKKEIHIN' is released today and it's available here: https://push.fm/fl/noitasapatti-paluu The band comments: "Paluu liekkeihin is the first single from the album "Sankarin matka". It is a good example of the band's versatile songwriting that moves between atmospheres, and the track has found its place as the final song at our shows. "Paluu liekkeihin" consists of aggressive parts mixed together with more melodic and atmospheric ones, therefore it is a great piece for introducing the band to a broader audience. The lyrics paint an oppressive picture of a world in ruins, slowly ceasing to exist." Sankarin Matka CD pre-order available https://inverse-records.myshopify.com/products/noitasapatti-sankarin-matka-cd-pre-order Biography: NOITASAPATTI was born in spring 2017 in Pori, Finland by Erakko (vocals), Liekkiö (guitars, keyboards), Mielivalta (guitars) and Rampa (bass). Soon after that, Rienaaja joined us as a drummer and the first line-up was complete. After a couple of months of intensive rehearsing and composing, we recorded our first demo, “Vaellamme kuin Taivaankappaleet” on december 2017 and released it on CDr-format spring 2018. First live-show took place in our hometown also in the same spring. After that, Rampa left the band and Erakko began to play bass. Next year we recorded a second demo, “Aarnivalkean ajamana” and played some gigs. In 2020, we made a split-album with another Finnish band HOLLOW CORPSE. After some line-up changes, Häviö came to the band at the end of 2020 and a few months later, Kadonnut also joined the band to play keyboards. In summer 2021, we finally recorded our first full-length album “Kuolemattomille maille”. After a few successful live-shows it was time to record our second full-length album, “Sankarin matka” (A hero’s journey) in summer 2023. Album is now recorded, mixed, and mastered, and we are more satisfied with the result than ever before! Our music can be described as 1990’s black metal with lots of melodies and even “burzumic” atmosperes. Also, you can hear influences from early British death/doom, epic viking metal and even some old school progressive music. Vocals are quite original “howling” and also heavily Burzum-influenced screams. Lyrics are written in Finnish. Line-up: Erakko - Vocals, Bass, Mouth Harp, Horns Liekkiö - Guitars Häviö - Drums https://www.facebook.com/noitasapattiofficial North Yorkshire, UK; 2 September 2024: UK black metal act ANTE-INFERNO have unveiled the first track from their upcoming third album "DEATH'S SOLILOQUY", set for release on 22 November 2024 via Vendetta Records. Watch the haunting artwork video to the track "THE CAVERNOUS BLACKNESS OF NIGHT" now via Black Metal Promotion: https://youtu.be/Woo6T6JPmU8 Now with a fully established line-up, the four-piece have delivered a malevolent hammer strike to the face of all who thought they would continue to mellow after the success of the atmospheric and otherworldly second album "Antediluvian Dreamscapes". "Death’s Soliloquy" harnesses the bestial might of traditional black metal and intricately weaves it with the haunting majesty of the atmospheric sound the band is known for, and in doing so takes the listener on an anguished, hysterical descent into the blackened emptiness of the grave. “Death’s Soliloquy” is an exploration of lyricist Kai’s journey through depression and hopelessness, through obsessive thoughts of the most morbid and macabre nature — thoughts of self-destruction interwoven with the most appalling nightmares, broken hopes and unacted desires. As old lives are shed and new lives struggle to take form, there is always a war raging within and without — a war that can never truly be won but may, at any moment, be lost for all eternity… Kai explains: “If there are two principal themes tying this album together, they are death—or rather, an inescapable fixation with death—and mental illness. I wanted to explore the last thoughts and visions of those about to meet their demise, however grisly, haunting or lonely that demise might be. In this way, Death speaks through the tortured imaginings of those it is about to take. We become subject to Death’s Soliloquy—or at least a portion of it – for that poem is as long as the ever-expanding universe is vast. “The Cavernous Blackness of Night” sums up the album’s themes perfectly. We are taken to the site of a suicide by hanging. A body swings from the bough of a tree, and we witness the very last thing that poor soul witnessed before they took their final, fatal step. We see the wind stirring the leaves of a willow, and causing the grass to bow. A thistle shakes solemnly. We see the final rays of the setting sun bleed across the darkening sky, and feel the warmth of those rays upon our skin before we, too, give ourselves up to that eternal darkness.” “Death’s Soliloquy” will be available in CD, vinyl and digital formats — pre-order links to follow. Catch Ante-Inferno on tour with Worm (US) in Europe: FULL MOON HAIKU TOUR 2024 24/10 London, The Dome (Uk) 30/11 Manchester, Rebellion (Uk) - Sold Out 02/12 Lyon, Rock N Eat (Fra) 03/12 Stuttgart, Schwarzer Keiler (Ger) 04/12 Munich, Feierwerk (Ger) 05/12 Prague, Modra Vopice (Cz) 06/12 Berlin, De Mortem Et Diabolum (Ger) 07/12 Munster, Wintermelodei (Ger) 08/12 Erfurt, From Hell (Ger) 10/12 Vienna, Viper Room (Aut) 11/12 Wrocław, Liverpool (Pol) 12/12 Chemnitz, Ajz (Ger) 13/12 Gottingen, Freihafen (Ger) 14/12 Eindhoven, Metal Meeting (Nl) 15/12 Hamburg, Logo (Ger) https://vendetta-records.com/ https://www.facebook.com/vendettacult https://www.facebook.com/ANTEINFERNO/ Format: Digitale CD / Fysieke CD Label: Anti-Hero Records Distribution: Suburban For fans of : Dimmu Borgir, Cradle of Filth, Shade Empire, Hollenthon, Septic Flesh, Fleshgod On October 25, 2024, new album material will be released by the Belgian metal band Artefacts. It concerns their first full-length (previously two singles and an EP were released), entitled ‘Lucius’. This is also the first album of a trilogy with the title ‘The Titan Chronicles’. Tracklist: 01. Prologue Gods and Mortals 02. Nephereth 03. The Tower of Irth-Anshar 04. Dragonfall 05. Interlude Her brine embrace 06. The Path of No Return 07. Augur the Age of Darkness 08. Corruption(Glory for the fall) 09. Epilogue For the dead and the undying Artefacts is a Belgian bandproject aimed at bringing the highest level of musical experiences to the listener. What can only be described as an epic movie score fused with thundering guitars, blistering drums and haunting screams, the band combines the bombast of a symphonic orchestra with the darkness of black metal, while adding a progressive touch. The mission from the outset was to give the audience an all-inclusive experience, encompassing music, images and an expansive storyline and thus, ‘The Titan Chronicles’ was born: an entire universe, in which the base story line is set, was conceived. The album was recorded, mixed and mastered by Bram Dewachter and Tim Van Doorn at Big Dog Recordings. The core of the outfit consists of Siegfried Mercelis (keys and orchestration) and Niklaas Reinhold (vocals), both years of experience playing in Lemuria. The present line up consists of current and former members of Slaughter The Giant, Manic Movement, Lost Department and Valkyre. The album will be released on Anti-Hero Records, a new Belgian label founded by Tony de Block(Midas Studio, Red Hot, Belgian Vinyl Pressing Plant). The full line-up of the band is as follows: Siegfried Mercelis – keys and orchestration, composer, songwriting, lyrics, story Niklaas Reinhold – harsh vocals and narration, lyrics Tom Everaert – bass Tom Leemans – lead and rhythm guitars Hans Jacobs – rhythm and lead guitars Joren Baert – drums https://www.facebook.com/AntiHeroRecordsBelgium/ https://www.facebook.com/artefactsmetal Brutal death band EMASCULATOR has released the official music video for ERADICATION OF THE ASURAS, the newest single of the band's debut EP THE DISFIGURED AND THE DIVINE. EMASCULATOR joined forces with Slam Worldwide for the premiere of "Eradication of the Asuras." Watch the video now at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sss17biOCHY The Disfigured and the Divine delves into themes of the Goddess in mythology and legend, womanhood and motherhood, overcoming obstacles, justice, spirituality, the human experience, and growing into power. Vocalist Mallika Sundaramurthy delves into the concepts behind the song and how it connects to the album's overall theme. "'Eradication of the Asuras' is about the Hindu goddess Durga. She is known as Mahishasuramardini, the slayer of the shape-shifting buffalo demon. He has been endowed with superpowers and is almost invincible. He has gained the boon that no man may kill him - only a woman. He hungers for power and wages war on the gods and defeats them. So the gods Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva combine their energy to create Durga. They endow her with their many powers and weapons, and she goes off to fight the demon. Durga appears before him riding on a lion and an epic battle ensues. The demon attacks her in his many forms; lion, man, elephant, snake, and buffalo. On the tenth day, she strikes the death blow with her trident, and decapitates him with her Chakra, killing him. The gods rejoice and praise her. She bids farewell and promises to return when she is needed and called upon with devotion. Unlike the demon, Durga is violent out of necessity and in service to others. She is viewed as a great mother who enacts divine justice on the wicked for the liberation of the oppressed. In our song, we are reaching out to her for strength, so that we may persevere through dark, chaotic, and violent times. I am able to relate to her as a mother and protector of my children. They say every mother has a bit of Durga in her. There is another legend where Durga is fighting the demon Raktabīja. Every time he is wounded, blood falls to the ground and turns into more demons. So Kali comes forth from Durga's forehead. She holds a bowl and captures every drop of blood so it may not hit the ground, and she drinks it. Thus Durga is able to kill all the duplicates and at last, slays the demon Raktabīja. The music video combines these two stories from Hindu mythology, representing her power and the power of divine female energy, also known as Shakti. New Standard Elite will release The Disfigured and the Divine on physical formats on September 25. Pre-order at https://nserecords.bigcartel.com/ The EP will be available on streaming platforms on October 25. Digital preorders are available at https://emasculatorbdm.bandcamp.com/album/the-disfigured-and-the-divine EMASCULATOR will make their live debut at this year’s Texas Domination Fest, scheduled for September 26-28 in Dallas / Ft. Worth, TX. The band is set to tour Europe in May of 2025 around Nice To Eat You Deathfest (Czechia). Track Listing: 1) Ecstasy in Disseverment (of Self) 2) In Resplendent Terror 3) Thesmophoric Rites 4) The Unassailable 5) Eradication of the Asuras 6) Age of the Goddess 7) Supreme Void of Acephalous Being "The Unassailable" features a guest appearance by Vishal Singh, with chants by Swathi Kalahasti. Guest vocals on "Age of the Goddess" by Daniela Dahlien Neumanová. The Disfigured and the Divine was mixed & mastered by Josh Welshman. Guitar and bass were recorded by L.B. at Divine Retribution Studios. Vocals recorded by Tonda Smrčka at Seabeast Production. Drums recorded by Taylor Hahn at Hahn Audio. EMASCULATOR is an international collaboration of women with members from Czechia and the United States. The line-up comprises Mallika Sundaramurthy (Nidorous-NSE, Unfathomable Ruination, ex-Abnormality), Morgehenna (PoonTickler), Teresa Wallace (Cartilage, Muldrotha, Feast) and newest member Cierra White (Harboured, Oak, Ash & Thorn). EMASCULATOR is: Mallika Sundaramurthy - Vocals Teresa Wallace - Guitars Morgehenna - Guitars Cierra White - Drums https://www.facebook.com/NewStandardElite https://www.facebook.com/Emasculator “Miedzyczas” is an evolution of Odium Humani Generis’ sound which started with 2020’s debut album “Przeddzien” (Cult of Parthenope) and 2022’s EP “Zarzewie” (Folter Records). The album is a journey that moves through the emotional stages of fear, disappointment, sadness and loneliness resounding in every song. Listeners may notice influences from bands such as Taake, Drudkh, Lifelover, Sacrilegium, Vemod or Furia; however, Odium Humani Generis goes a step further, adding subtle but clear references to sounds outside of the traditional spheres of black metal. Despite its melancholic character, the album is full of energetic moments that break the dark, introspective parts and give the music intensity. “Miedzyczas” was recorded with Mariusz Konieczny at Heavy Gear Studio, and the album was mixed and mastered by The Fall (Owls Woods Graves, Hauntologist, Mgla (live)) at Skrzyplocz Studio. The unique graphic design was created by Emilia Spiewak, and the band photos were taken by Radoslaw Chojnacki. Odium Humani Generis (OHG) was established in 2015 in Lódz, Poland. The band comprises Bialy on vocals and guitars, Murukh (ex-Fadheit) on drums, Bartos (Imperator, Pandemonium) on bass, Ominous (Nightbound) on guitars. Over the years, the band has toured with bands such as Carpathian Forest, Mgla, Spectral Wound and In Twilight’s Embrace, and supported acts such as Mortiis, Panzerfaust, Negative Plane, Ellende, Pillorian, Hate, Malokarpatan. OHG also performed at various European festivals including Under the Black Sun (DE), Throne Fest (BE) and Cosmic Void Festival (UK). https://malignantvoiceswebshop.bigcartel.com/ https://www.facebook.com/odiumbm NEWS 31.8.2024 SEROTONIN
– “MOTIV”
Label: Narcoleptica Productions Release date: september 2nd 2024 Genre: Black Metal For fans of: Ofermod | Shining | Khold | Sulphur Aeon Dutch black metal force Serotonin have always been a band that have followed their own star in the extreme music firmament, exploring the outer reaches of darkness and the forgotten places far below. Taking an avant-garde approach to their music, unbound by the expectations of others or the restrictive rules of the genre, they have allowed their music to develop naturally, spreading like acrid smoke into whatever areas of sound and composition most successfully capture the strange atmospheres they seek to create. Lyrically too they turn their gaze to deeper, more disturbing and thought provoking stories than fantasies of screeching devils and random acts of mindless violence…and never has this concoction of creativity been more challenging and more rewarding than within the black pages of their fourth full length album, Motiv… With Motiv, they have sculpted the shadows of their creative energies into the most unnerving, skin-crawling forms to date. After opening with the formidable, driving power of ‘Climbing The Colossus’, which leads us up the steps within the imposing structure of the Sancarlone - a staggering copper statue which gazes down upon Lake Maggiore in Italy - the album then slips sideways into ever darker territories, where tracks like ‘Sinner Box’, with its twists of chaos and warped edges, threaten to swallow you whole as it compares the callous experiments of the operant conditioning chamber with man’s endless, mindless pursuit of wealth. ‘Garrote In D’, a defiant refusal to bend the knee, to conform or obey, is a creeping manifestation of the sinister that seems at first to be working with familiar black metal motifs, but it is subtly caressing them into different structures – surprising melodies and atmospheres bleeding into the blackness – until, gradually, the realisation that you have lost your way begins to surface and you are confronted with something profoundly different, something that gnaws at your sense of understanding with splintered teeth. The voyage through this sonic landscape of the unknown and unpredictable continues with slow death marches and fever dream aesthetics, with every familiar landmark proving to be just another signpost to the unknown. Finally you reach the majestic ending of ‘Leidmotiv’ that weaves the memories of Motiv into the fabric of your mind with its stark warnings against complacency in the face of insidious political evil, ensuring that you will never forget your journey through the night time world of Serotonin. Mixed by Magnus Devo Andersson at Endarker Studios (Marduk, Ofermod, Count Raven etc) and mastered by Greg Chandler at Priory Recording Studios (Code, Alkerdeel, Ungfell etc) Motiv sounds spectacular – raw, rich, jagged and dangerous, every element of sound alive with malice and mystery. Completing this stunning package is the superb artwork of Emil Underjberg (Sunken, The Mountain King etc), the perfect seal upon this covenant of chaos. Motiv will be released by Narcoleptica Productions on September 2nd and all who hear it will be lost within its labyrinth of thought and revelation. Line-up: Sander Hordijik - Guitar, Bass, Backing Vocals Martin Perescis – Vocals, Drums, Programming https://www.facebook.com/narcolepticaprod https://www.facebook.com/digitalserotonin On July 19th Fort Wayne horror punks, GRAVE ROBBER, unleashed their eclectic covers album, THE CELLAR SESSIONS, a furious thrill ride through a summer night in the cemetary! One of the most powerful tracks on that essential collection is Grave Robber's unique take on Black Sabbath's monumental 'Children Of The Grave' - and now the band have unveiled a new lyric video to accompany that monstrous interpretation of a metal classic. You can watch the 'Children Of The Grave' lyric video at the Grave Robber YouTube channel now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jY4cb8bxyxQ The video was created by Tyler Cobillas at TC Media. The band have offered a few insights into their reworking of one of Sabbath's most infamous songs, saying, "Our version of 'Children Of The Grave' was first recorded in 2009 and included as a hidden bonus track on our second album, Inner Sanctum. Produced by Tim Bushong, it showed us exposing more of our metal roots. Now it's finally been given an official release on our covers album The Cellar Sessions - a collection of covers given a decidedly Grave Robber twist of the horror punk knife - and we're pleased to be giving it the platform it deserves with this video." The Cellar Sessions is out now via Thumper Punk Records! https://www.facebook.com/graverobberpunk Formed in early 2019, the Finnish Symphonic Doom Metal band INFIRMUM has approached the genre in a unique and complex way. With a sound that explores aspects of classical music combined with the traditional weight and melancholy of Doom, they released their debut album "Walls of Sorrow" in 2020, followed by the EP "The Great Unknown" in 2022. In January 2023, they released the single "Sleep of Reason," which featured a music video. With the departure of vocalist Anna Rose in 2023, Brazilian singer Sabine Blodwin joined the band, bringing a new perspective from a different culture. Today, INFIRMUM is preparing for the release of their new single "BURN," scheduled for August 2024 as a preview of their upcoming album "FROM THE DEPTHS I CRIED," expected by the end of the year. Watch the music video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7QFmLQ2g52c?si=ym7bTfPq5KH_79kL "Burn is about everything that is controversial and burns inside the human soul, what we feel in secret, what people try to hide or extinguish to fit into society. In 'Burn,' while the male part exposes these feelings and unique visions of the world around, the female part represents the embracing of all these demons, the darkness as part of the human being, and this dark flame grows until it finally becomes one with the individual." – Sabine ”Burn was fun to compose. Wanted to compose a bit faster song and I was in right mood so this turned out to be really good. It is always fantastic to notice how song evolves after I have sent just my guitar tracks and everyone begin to create their parts. Sometimes I delete some guitar leads so other instruments have more space. I am very happy with the results!”- Timo ”Burn was me trying to be more brutal than on other songs, very death metal lyrics” -Eliel ”When I first started to work on the drum parts for Burn, the demo had only Timo's guitar tracks. But I could immediately hear that this song will be more aggressive and it needs to have a sense of danger. That's what I aimed for with my drumming: danger alerting accents, tickling our primitive lizard brain with a sense of something bad looming around the corner, short machine gun like bursts of rhythm in kick drums etc. But also I wanted to keep our signature "beauty and the beast" dynamic present in the song, so I made some parts to have a more "flowy" feel for a nice contrast.”- Hanna-Leena Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal etc.): https://push.fm/fl/infirmum-burn INFIRMUM's music today can be described as profound and conflicted, exploring the darkest sides of human emotions, diving into the depths of madness, pain, sickness, and death, while still finding brief moments of hope, offering an atmospheric journey through the darkest corners of the human soul. Combining beauty and ferocity, their compositions are rich in textures and nuances with strong, reflective lyrics. The current lineup includes Sabine Blodwin (formerly of Moonwitch, Draconian Opera, Pettalom) – Vocalist, Taka Eliel (Sanctuary of Hate) – Vocalist and Bassist, Erna Siikavirta (formerly in Lordi, Children of Bodom as session keyboardist, Sinergy as session keyboardist, Arthemesia and Deathlike Silence) – Keyboardist, Joonas Siikavirta (Begrim) – Guitarist, Timo Solonen (Grain of Pain) – Guitarist, Hanna-Leena “Hanska” (Mourning Wood) – Drummer, and Elya – Cellist. Vocals: Sabine Blodwin Growls and Bass: Taka Eliel Guitars: Timo Solonen Guitars: Joonas Siikavirta Keys: Erna Siikavirta Drums: Hanna-Leena Lassila Cello: Elya Produced by Juho Räihä and Infirmum Drums recorded at Fantom Studios by Samu Oittinen Other instruments and vocals at Infirmum Dungeon Single mixed by Tuomas Kokko at Electric Fox Single mastered by Samu Oittinen at Fantom Studios Cover artwork by S. Paavola https://www.youtube.com/@infirmum https://linktr.ee/infirmum https://www.facebook.com/InfirmumBand A lyric video for first single, "DREAMS OF MORTAL RUIN," is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oITCOHsvDXY The single is also available on https://sleeplessmetal.bandcamp.com/track/dreams-of-mortal-ruin FFO: Watch Tower, Nevermore, Anacrusis, Witherfall, Sanctuary, Fates Warning, Hades. Soon after the release of critically acclaimed, 2022 full-length debut album, Host Desecration, writing team Eric Sexton-Dorsett and Kevin Hahn dug in deep with a single minded purpose: to create a world class metal album that shows exactly what SLEEPLESS is all about! Through Endless Black is just that! The album leans into the band's Trad Metal roots, infused with the technical flourishes and spashes of Doom that collectively create the SLEEPLESS sound! "With each tune we would picture someone dropping the needle onto a record," explains Sexton-Dorsett. "Could they nod their head to the song and have it repeating in their mind the rest of the day?" Mission accomplished! The band also introduced their first guest vocal appearances by legendary punk vocalist Jerry A of Poison Idea and master metal vocalist Sean Peck of Denner/Sherman, Cage, and Death Dealer! SLEEPLESS is back with one hell of an album in Through Endless Black! Track List: Side A: 1. Call To The Void 2. Cult Of The Narcissist 3. Consumed By Vengeance 4. Exist Another Day (Feat. Jerry A) 5. Where Fear Lives Side B: 6. Through Endless Black 7. Lost Star 8. Transcending The Obsidian Throne (Feat. Sean Peck) 9. Lessons In Tongues 10. Dreams Of Mortal Ruin Credits: Guest vocals on Exist Another Day by Jerry A. Guest vocals on Transcending The Obsidian Throne by Sean"Hell Destroyer" Peck. Additional keys by Fernando Ruiz. Recorded at Opal Studio, Portland Oregon 2024. Produced by Eric Sexton-Dorsett and Kevin Hahn. Engineered by Kevin Hahn. Released by Necromantic Press Records. Distributed in Europe by Metal Warrior Records. Artwork by T.J. Barber. Line-up: Eric Sexton-Dorsett - Rhythm Guitars, Bass Guitars, Backing Vocals Kevin Hahn - Lead Guitars, Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals, Keys Eric Detablan - Drums Hixon Sexton-Dorsett - Bass https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063634957182 https://sleeplessmetal.bandcamp.com/ Release date : september 20th 2024 Genre : Epic Black Metal Origin: France Label: Les Acteurs de L’Ombre Productions Network Distributor: Season of Mist / Plastic Head Digital Distributor: The Orchard AORLHAC (Epic Black Metal) will release on September 20 the reissue of its wind trilogy, namely "A la Croisée des Vents" (remastered version + 3 bonus tracks), "La Cité des Vents" (remastered version) & "L’Esprit des Vents", all in a sumptuous A5 format case that will be revealed to you soon! And I'm telling you right away: watch your eyes! If you didn't talk about the band at the time, it's time for you to catch up (the links are available below)! And you, were you able to take your mind off things? Tell me everything! Besides, there is still time to talk about the June releases. BLÓÐ (I let you discover the last video clip below) and HOULE which caused a real tidal wave. Aorlhac is looking back to the past, to their Occitan roots, either medieval and modern, narrating the History of the south of France and north of Italy and Spain. Occitan is not only a language but also a culture recounted in French by the band : they are respectful witnesses of their ancestors’ heritage. https://lesacteursdelombre.net/product-category/bands/aorlhac/ Typhonian are one of the few old school-rooted death metal bands that are melding influences from other styles and taking the sound ahead. They've released an official video this time, of a song that's once again majestic with sublime melodies. No Clean Singing has premiered it https://www.nocleansinging.com/2024/08/05/an-ncs-video-premiere-typhonian-towards-the-chamber-of-the-omnipresent-mind/ Excerpt – "will take you to other worlds, creating other vast, haunting, and harrowing visions far from the commonplace." TYPHONIAN - “THE GATE OF THE VEILED BEYOND” For fans of: Edge of Sanity, Unanimated, Necrophobic, Dismember, Dan Swano, Desultory, Unleashed, Evocation Where most bands are content revelling in the sound of the glory days of early '90s death metal, German band Typhonian have not only beautifully reimagined it with blackened elements laced with the classic Swedish/Finnish melodies, they are also attempting to take that sound ahead in the most logical manner. Their approach being reminiscent of Edge of Sanity and their 40-minute masterwork 'Crimson', Typhonian are going a step further, adding more progressive and atmospheric elements, which become perceptible especially towards the end of the album, ultimately culminating in a near 20-minute epic closer. It's a phenomenal journey of the music that's evidently rooted in the old school death metal sound metamorphosing gradually and finally taking on a gleaming, breathtaking form and ascending. They have broken the shackles that have held back the style for a couple of decades by encompassing various influences organically and forging a cohesive sound that has dominance over them all. With the visionary 'The Gate of the Veiled Beyond' release, Typhonian have more than just outdone themselves; they have surpassed expectations for the style as a whole. Line up: M. W. Styrum - Vocals Prometheus - Guitars Typhon -Guitars, Orchestration Charybdis - Bass Thanatos - Drums Artwork by Juanjo Castellano Track listing: 1. Celestial Salvation 2. Cosmic Throne 3. Primal Deceptive Light 4. Crimson Rivers 5. The Gatekeeper 6. Towards the Chamber of the Omnipresent Mind 7. A Glimpse at the Starless Ocean 8. Cath'un - The Gate of the Veiled Beyond Release date - September 20th, 2024 https://www.facebook.com/transcendingobscurityrecords https://www.facebook.com/typhonianband/ Thank you so much for your time! Kunal Choksi Label owner Transcending Obscurity Mumbai, India “Star Maps is an expression of stoicism and its effects on one's self-image. When moments in life have taken hold and feel overwhelming, emotionally removing one's self by pushing compassion away can be a coping mechanism. This is a journey of one performing such stoicism, defining their life and the path they've taken. " said, Leon. "Musically it contains some of the most emotive moments of the album Emberglow, using atmosphere and long melodic passages to represent the repressed emotion given within the lyrics. Every time the chorus explodes, the emotions held back by the storyteller are kicking against its cage showing how poorly holding back such emotions can be. The bridge pulling back represents a full shift into one's internal control, where the storyteller truly loses their sense of self and can no longer recognize the individual. " With a career spanning 4 acclaimed albums 3 EPs and countless tour cycles both domestically and abroad, Orpheus Omega has cemented themselves as one of the hardest-working and entertaining mainstays of the Australian Metal scene. Beginning with a sound forged along the lines of the great Gothenburg Melodeath era, the band has since grown further and further into a unique entity feeding off each member’s personality and life bringing them to touring with the likes of Insomnium, Trivium, At The Gates, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Lacuna Coil and many many more. The continued evolution of Orpheus Omega has kept the band relevant and ever-growing and in 2024 brings with it the release of their most ambitious album yet, ‘EMBERGLOW’ through WormholeDeath Records. Orpheus Omega is: Chris Themelco - Vocals/ Lead Guitar Leon Monaco - Bass/ Backing Vocals Matt Themelco - Drums Luke Ashley - Guitar Campbell Hill - Keyboard www.youtube.com/user/OrpheusMetalOz www.facebook.com/orpheusofficial DYING VICTIMS PRODUCTIONS is proud to present the highly anticipated debut album of Slovenia’s CHALLENGER, FORCE OF NATURE, on CD and vinyl LP formats. The idea for Slovenia’s CHALLENGER started in the summer of 2016, when Jakob Rejec (ex-VIGILANCE, Ambra) was challenged to play a foodball game with Urban Železnik (SkyEye), and if Urban won, they would form a band together. Unfortunately, they never played the game, but still decided to form a band. For the first lineup, they invited Blaž Tanšek (Mist, ex-Teleport) to play the bass guitar and Mihaela Žitko (Mist) to join on the drums. Through some jam sessions, the first riffs were made, and in November, the band had their first gig under the name Irön Breed, combining the surnames of Jakob and Urban, with Rejec meaning “breeder” and Železnik meaning “iron.” Soon after, they changed their name to CHALLENGER, and Mihaela left her drum duties to Toni Pleško (ex-Teleport, Natt, Ðornata). In 2019, they released their first EP, Turned to Dust, to critical acclaim. Corona times were not very fruitful for CHALLENGER, but in 2022, they came back with new blood on the bass guitar with Nika Krmelj (Eruption). With her, they finished their debut album and recorded a pre-production demo in the spring of 2023 but had to let her go soon after. The last lineup was formed with Samo Stopar picking up the bass guitar in the summer of 2023, with whom they finished recording their debut album in March 2024. Now, at long last, that debut album is here: Force of Nature. Aptly titled, CHALLENGER’s first full-length draws from a deep well of heavy metal wisdom, and does so with gusto. Their stated influences include Saxon, Iron Maiden, Tank, Rainbow, Judas Priest, Venom, Mercyful Fate, Running Wild, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, and the UK’s Satan, and verily do CHALLENGER siphon off both the best and most idiosyncratic strains of those legends’ DNA and reconfigure them into a travelogue of pathos and bravado. The songwriting across Force of Nature suitably gallops with energy, but the band patiently allow each construct to unfold, retaining a sense of austere grace in the process. The leads are majestic and many; most impart a melancholy seemingly at odds with the jaunty tempos explored, but the sum effect becomes one of steely-eyed stateliness perfectly in line with the album’s wider “doomed hero” drama. That CHALLENGER possess impeccable chops – to the man, with actual bass guitar prominent in the soundfield – only make these eight mini-epics gleam that much brighter. CHALLENGER may unapologetically look the past, but their heavy metal heroism is truly timeless. Behold a true Force of Nature! Line-up: Jakob Rejec - vocals, rhythm guitar Urban Železnik - lead guitar Samo Stopar - bass guitar Toni Pleško - drums From Ljubljana/Slovenia Artwork: Peter Gaber Release date: 25th October2024 Release info: Regular edition on black vinyl, with insert, poster, sticker, postcard and download code. Special edition on oxblood vinyl, with insert, poster, sticker, postcard download code and patch. CD edition with sticker, obi www.dyingvictims.com https://dyingvictimsproductions.bandcamp.com/ Deathgrind band K.Y.M.I. from Finland releases their debut album on September 27th via Inverse Records. The band's brutal lyrics are about everyday life during the busy adult years and the mid-life crisis. The songs are a result of emotional outbursts packed into a form of brutal deathgrind. The second single, HEMICRANIA, is about what a massive headache attack would sound like musically. Migraines and other recurring attacks such as these are not only painful but also emotionally draining, often ending in the way the song describes. Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal etc): https://push.fm/fl/kymi-hemicrania K.Y.M.I. is a one-man project by Kalle Ylönen, that will in the future also produce Viking jewelry and other artistic craftwork under the name K.Y.M.I.paja (smithery). Tuukka Ojansivu, a strong supporter of the project, is responsible for arranging the songs and recording the instruments for the upcoming album LIHA. The vocal recording, mixing and mastering of the album was done by Pasi Löfgren at Inka Studios. https://www.facebook.com/kymipaja Canadian heavymetallers SPECTRE promote their EP “ARMAGEDDON” with the live video for the title track https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NH4x0gvKJCM Spectre is heavy metal band based out of Winnipeg, Manitoba. They played their first show in the spring of 2023 and have since been playing extensively around western Canada. The band consists of seasoned musicians: Adam (vocals), Jason (guitar), Doug (guitar), Jay (Bass) and Phill (drums). They combine a wide range of influences from classic hard rock and heavy metal to punk rock to bring their audience a catchy and energetic music experience. Members of Spectre have been honoured to share the stage with many talented bands including: Striker, Drowning Pool, Anvil, Steel Panther, Three Inches of Blood, Trivium, and Diamond Head. Spectre have recently finished recording their first EP entitled ‘Armageddon’ which can be found on all major streaming sites, as well as in a form of a CD. https://www.youtube.com/@SpectreWinnipeg https://www.facebook.com/spectrerocks MURDER RECORDS & EFERMO DISTRO. proudly present: Let’s start to say that simplicity can be tricky as a maze, but in this example all paths lead nowhere. Intriguing to say the least when you use this intro to describe a project like ANONIMUUS CREATURE. Now, hailing from Holland, this immense force of oblivion demands your most profound absence of senses to digest "DISSECTING THE MORBID UNDERWORLD OF MY EXISTENCE", the new opus from this entity. In a world full of musical pollution, noise could be the pill to clarity and consciousness meaning that if you think you have it all to understand this maybe you haven’t experienced everything in life and, also, maybe in death. If deserts are nothing but an infinity of wasteland, the ANONIMUUS CREATURE’s inception is to make you crawl dehydrated through eternity and "Dissecting The Morbid Underworld Of My Existence" will be your purgatory soundtrack. Don’t worry, you won’t suffer because simple things aim for a meaningless existence. That’s all there is to offer, a hand full of nothing, where a blank hole will prevail upon infinity. "Dissecting The Morbid Underworld Of My Existence" will be the dust in your bed and your grave while ANONIMUUS CREATURE haunts you in all dimensions. The Nightmare is Alive! Catatonic Obscure Funeral Harsh with Suicidal and Morbid Noises from Hell!!! RUÍNA began as a solo project by noise artist C, whose aim was to make an obscure doom band. Starting in 2023, it resulted in the release of the first instrumental demo called “Existência Erodida”. After a while, C proposed to J that he join the project and take on the role of vocalist. So the day-to-day torment resulted in the progression of an EP called “3” recorded between Portugal and Peru, bringing you the darkest sound from the catacombs of two souls lost in a futile world with no concrete future. ANONIMUUS CREATURE - "Dissecting The Morbid Underworld Of My Existence" This new album will be released in two versions on Cassette: 10 Copies in a special HELLPACK 15 Copies in Cassette edition Noise List: 1 - Hellish Noises From My Horrendous Subconscious 2 - Reborning In A Monstrous Filthy Underworld 3 - Dissecting The Morbid Underworld Of My Existence 4 - The Depths In A Disgusting Abyssal Pathology The dark noises were dissected from deep nihilism and recorded in June 2024 at Junkie Noise Studios in the Netherlands. The layout for this album was made by Alemão. All the pictures used to build the layout of this album was taken from the movie "Tetsuo: The Iron Man" by Shinya Tsukamoto. "This journey of nihilistic noise has a profound reflection, where the existence of an absolute void is nothing like the human being that I am, I despise and hate as a Anonimuus Creature..." https://anonimuus-creature.bandcamp.com RUÍNA - "3" This new EP will be released in two versions on Cassette: 10 Copies in a special HELLPACK 10 Copies in Cassette Edition Setlist: 1 - Estan todos allá afuera 2 - Ya Llegaste 3 - Cae Ceniza De Mi Cuerpo Line-up: C - Guitar / Drums J - Vocals / Mixing ...NOISE PASSION ON... ...WORLD FASHION OFF... https://www.murder-records.eu/hellstore-europe Armed with their sharpened axes and custom-made armor, they're here to proclaim that it's totally cool to wear armor while we drink victory booze – rum, whiskey, and beer! So, grab your tankard and your dragon costume because Sovengar is here to lead the greatest epic battle the universe has ever seen. Join the party, brave warriors, and geeks of all platforms! Let the adventure begin! Their new single „Neon Wars”, produced by Christoph Wieczorek (Babymetal, Electric Callboy), is going to be released on August 30th. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZxUTTvatzw https://www.facebook.com/sovengarofficial Finnish one-man black metal band MALASORTE is set to unleash the debut album APEX SOVEREIGNTY on October 11th 2024 via Inverse Records. The second single 'CONSTELLATION OF THE WOLF' is out now on all essential streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/malasorte-wolf The man behind Malasorte, Jal'zoroth comments the single: "Behold the Constellation of the Wolf, where shadows dance fervently and the void echoes with the howls of celestial beasts. In this astral kingdom, madness reigns supreme, and the stars, like hungry eyes, witness the violent ballet of creation and destruction." Apex Sovereignty CD PRE-ORDER available https://inverse-records.myshopify.com/products/malasorte-apex-sovereignty-cd-pre-order The first single 'Slaying The Messengers' is available here: https://push.fm/fl/malasorte-slaying Biography: In the frostbitten heart of Helsinki, Finland, Jal'zoroth forged "Malasorte" from the fires of black metal in 2024. A one-man wrecking crew, Malasorte unleashes a sonic onslaught that's as savage as it is spellbinding. With relentless riffs, thunderous drums, and vocals dripping with venom, Malasorte commands the darkness with unbridled ferocity. Emerging from the shadows, Malasorte is a force to be reckoned with, transmutating adversity into waveform, turning curses into catharsis. Line-up: Jal'zoroth - vocals, guitars, bass & drums https://www.facebook.com/Malasorteblackmetal Progressive blackmetallers ETERNAL CRYPT promote their sophomore album with “DIVINE SNOW: single/video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWZCQd04_ZU Drawing from many overseas influences, Eternal Crypt brings their brand of melodic extreme metal from their hometown of Rochester New York. It has been their mission to take the atmosphere of black metal, the aggression of death metal, and combine it with the melodic sensibility of power, folk, and doom metal, providing a thought provoking soundtrack to introspective lyrics. Though initially starting as a solo studio project, Eternal Crypt became a full-fledged band after the release of debut album "Loneliness of the Wolf" in 2018. From then, Eternal Crypt will continue to bring their brand of melodic metal with their upcoming album "Stages of Grief" Releasing September 2024. https://eternalcrypt.bandcamp.com/releases https://www.facebook.com/eternalcrypt BLOOD FEAST return with their 4th album “INFINITE EVOLUTION” and “OUTBREAK” video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQCQSaufDS4 BLOOD FEAST continues to forge its own twisted thrash metal path with the release of their 4th full-length album, Infinite Evolution. Fans old and new will not be disappointed, as the ‘Unholy Trinity’ of releases from the band’s early days – Kill For Pleasure (1987), Face Fate (1988, EP) and Chopping Block Blues (1990) – and the band’s 2017 comeback album The Future State Of Wicked influence much of the new album. All the speed, brutality and twists ’n’ turns the band is known for remain intact and in your face. BLOOD FEAST was formed by Adam Tranquilli, Gary Markowich (vocals), Kevin Kuzma (drums) and Lou Starita (bass) in 1985 as Blood Lust. They quickly wrote and recorded their classic 4-song demo, The Suicidal Missions. Shortly after, they became a 5-piece with the addition of Michael Basden on guitar. The band was then approached by New Renaissance Records to contribute songs to their Thrash Metal Attack (Menacing Thunder) and Speed Metal Hell 3 (The Suicidal Missions). This prompted the name change to BLOOD FEAST. New Renaissance then offered a record deal, which led to the recording of the classic Kill For Pleasure album and a US tour with DEATH ANGEL. The Face Fate EP quickly followed. Shortly after writing and recording their proposed 2nd album, Adam left the band. The remaining 4 members then re-recorded these songs, which became the album Chopping Block Blues. The band broke up shortly after the album's release in early 1990. The original 5-man BLOOD FEAST reunited for an appearance at the NJ March Metal Meltdown in 1999, but further activity was not to be. A second reunion began in 2007, albeit only with original members Tranquilli and Kuzma. Bassist Tom Lorenzo and vocalist Chris Natalini came on board in 2010, just in time for the band's first appearance at Headbangers Open Air in Germany (they were invited back in 2013 and 2017). During this stretch, Adam began writing new material, with the band even playing an early version of INRI at select shows. The incarnation of BLOOD FEAST retaking its place in the metal ranks today began to take shape in March of 2014, with the addition of guitarist CJ Scioscia. When drummer Joe Moore joined a few months later, the unit was complete and work immediately began on what would become The Future State Of Wicked album. Live performances became far more frequent, featuring appearances at True Thrash Fest 2015 in Osaka, Japan, Hells Headbash 2 in Cleveland, Ohio, Lima MetalFest II in Lima, Peru and the aforementioned return to Headbangers Open Air in 2017. The album was released on Hells Headbangers Records in the Spring of 2017, in time to coincide with an opening slot for Kreator and Obituary on that year’s Decibel Tour at the TLA in Philadelphia. In late 2017, Moore was replaced by former M.O.D. touring drummer Adam Kieffer. Both Adams have an extensive history, most notably in the bands Headlock and Without End (of which Lorenzo was also a member). AK slotted in perfectly, and work immediately began on a new EP entitled Chopped, Sliced And Diced. This featured one new song (Concubine) along with new recordings of 4 songs from the band’s early records. Work on LP #4, Infinite Evolution, began in late 2019. However, the sudden ’pause’ caused by the COVID-19 virus in early 2020 allowed for reflection on the situation. After much consideration it was decided that Adam Tranquilli would add lead vocal to his guitar duties – thus ending Natalini’s time with the band. Also, after having the help of bass player extraordinaire Mike LePond of SYMPHONY X for the album, new bassist Dave Kramer joined the fold in late 2023. Now, after all the unintended interruptions and diversions, the album is finally available via long time label Hells Headbangers. Written by Tranquilli and Scioscia, it is a fierce statement of intent while adding a few new wrinkles. And in a first for BLOOD FEAST, there is a promotional video for the song “Outbreak”. With the world opened up again, 2024 is shaping up to present a bright future for BLOOD FEAST. Line up: Adam Tranquilli • guitar/lead vocals Dave Kramer • bass guitar/backing vocals Adam Kieffer • drums CJ Scioscia • guitar https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQG0Lj4LBhZQ7_gsC8LuUrg https://www.facebook.com/bloodfeastlegions Death metal act VOMIT FORTH unveil the hair-raising track, "NEGATIVE PENANCE" with a horrifying video. It’s the third single shared from their upcoming album, TERRIFIED OF GOD, set for release October 11th through Century Media Records. In the deep winter of early 2024, the band headed into a cabin in the woods of New Jersey with Randy Leboeuf who recorded, mixed, mastered and produced the album. The month-long recording process led to twelve panic-stricken tracks where every riff, drum fill, and lyric leaves a footprint. "Negative Penance" serves as one of the most brutal moments on Terrified Of God marked by frenzied guitars and intense drum work. Vocalist Kane Gelaznik displays his ability to easily shift between throaty vocals, curdling squeals, and a more direct delivery. The video for the song comes with a viewer discretion warning, as tape footage of a bizarre ritualistic murder materializes. Pre-order the new album here: https://VomitForth.lnk.to/TerrifiedOfGodNe Watch the music video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wdT9FlefbA For fans of : Agathocles, Agoraphobic Nosebleed, Enemy Soil, Insect Warfare, Magrudergrind, Nasum, Phobia, Pig Destroyer, Rotten Sound and Wormrot Fâché returns to Horror Pain Gore Death Productions with their second full-length album Violent Au Volant! Canadian (in fact more Quebecers than Canadians!) Fâché is back with 35 songs of pure, angry, pissed-off Grindcore which will make you want to punch to death slow drivers and attack other road ragers. Violent Au Volant translates in English to 'Violent While Driving', and is a pummeling audible car crash of extreme sonic devastation! Tracklisting: 1. Sans Pitié 2. Abusé Verbalement 3. Entourloupé 4. Saloperies 5. Mal Engeulé 6. Yes, No, Toaster 7. Flop Total 8. Nauséabond 9. Pomme Pourrite 10. Ni Queue Ni Tête 11. Ablation Du Cerveau 12. Tête De Cochon 13. Défaite Cuisante 14. Yienc Su Une Gosse 15. Parler Dans L Cass 16. Totalement Hors Contrôle 17. Insignifiant 18. Déchet Déchu 19. Humain De Marde 20. Balle Dans Le Pied 21. Pas Dégniaisé 22. Mal A Vie 23. Crisse Le Feu 24. Désordre Mental 25. Veux-Tu T Battre 26. Drop Les Gants 27. Infecte 28. Anal-Phabète 29. Tu Gosse 30. Violent Au Volant 31. Pas Fier 32. Trouble Fête 33. Cross Check Dans Face 34. Beging Bedang 35. Ca Fera www.youtube.com/user/horrorpaingoredeath/videos www.horrorpaingoredeath.com www.facebook.com/horrorpaingoredeath Label: Ardua Music Release date: september 27th 2024 Genre: Doom/Death Metal For fans of: Officium Triste | My Dying Bride | Paradise Lost | Saturnus I stand beneath the open sky, at the setting of the sun. The still waters stretch before me to the distant horizon and the clouds drift slowly across the vast canvas of the sky – a brilliant blending of deepest blues, rich purples, vivid red and warm orange. Yet for all the open vista, the space and freedom, I am trapped; suffocating in a labyrinth of black desperation. The cold walls of insurmountable sorrows and confusion contain me and I am imprisoned by past scars that have become infected, poisoned by the cruel, slow venoms of grief, loss and guilt. I built this maze, but I have long since forgotten the way to freedom… “Tainted by miasma, corrupting your heart Born from old pain, disrupted by taint In a haze you locked your heart…” - In A Haze – Marche Funèbre Fifteen years since the release of their debut EP, Norizon, Belgium’s monarchs of morose majesty, Marche Funèbre, are set to unveil their fifth full length album – After The Storm. Each release from this special band has seen them refining their art, becoming ever more adept at delivering crushing heaviness married to wonderful melodies that resonate within the empty chambers of a broken heart…and After The Storm continues that continual upward trajectory, claiming its place at the peak of their recordings with ease. Right from the opening track and first single, ‘In A Haze’ it is abundantly clear that After The Storm is so much more than ‘just another album’. The powerful production, mix and master from Martin Furia (Destruction, Nervosa, Toxik etc) is absolute perfection, so alive and vibrant that you can almost hear the hum of the amps and feel the floor shake with each thunderous crack of the snare. This sonic quality combined with truly impassioned performances and staggering song writing makes for a doom/death listening experience to be treasured. It’s difficult to select individual highlights from an album whose songs flow together like a river, on a seamless journey to the sea, all different but all inextricably linked. However ‘Stranded’, with its magnificent chorus is simply unforgettable, as is ‘Palace Of Broken Dreams’, which manages to capture the spirit of its evocative title so beautifully with deftly handled juxtapositions of mellow melancholy and thunderous emotion. But then the next time you listen it may be the circling guitar motifs of ‘Devoid Of Empathy’, like spreading ripples upon the waters of a drowning pool, that enthral, or the sweeping tides of sorrow and pain of regret of ‘After The Storm’ itself… On rare occasions a band may capture their true essence in an album, everything that is great about their unique character – After The Storm is one of those albums. Following the recording sessions for After The Storm, longstanding guitarist Peter Egberghs stepped down from the Marche Funèbre ranks, to be replaced by Fré De Schepper - and there could be no better album to begin the next chapter in the story of Marche Funèbre. Set for release on September 27th through Ardua Music, adorned in a stunning piece of cover artwork from Brooke Shaden, whose distinctive images have graced all of Marche Funèbre’s full length albums, After The Storm will be one of the doom/death metal releases of the year. Line-up: Arne Vandenhoeck – Vocals Boris Iolis – Bass/Vocals Dennis Lefebvre – Drums Kurt Blommé – Clean Vocals Fré De Schepper – Guitars *Guitars on After The Storm by Peter Egberghs *Piano on After The Storm by Fré De Schepper https://www.arduamusic.com/ https://www.facebook.com/MarcheFunebreDoom Hailing from Bavaria, BLACKEVIL have been forging fire since 2013. Their first demo, appropriately titled Hail the Cult, emerged from the darkness in 2015, auspiciously revealing a razor-sharp and endlessly salacious style of blackthrash. Come BLACKEVIL’s debut album, 2017’s The Ceremonial Fire, the power-trio up-ratcheted everything: more speed, more hooks, more black, more evil, more of MORE! Still, their breakout moment was yet to come. Under the auspices of DYING VICTIMS, BLACKEVIL released their second album, Forever Baptised in Eternal Fire, in 2020. Here, the duo laid it all on the line, taking their noble roots – most obviously, the German thrash Big Three of Sodom, Kreator, and Destruction as well as evil speed metal legends like Razor, Evil Angel, OZ, and Exciter – and assimilating them something that was uniquely their own and yet uniquely and purely HEAVY METAL. Now, with third album Praise the Communion Fire for the Unhallowed Sacrament, BLACKEVIL take bolder steps into the epic that they only hinted at prior. If its predecessor began to transcend “blackthrash” categorization, Praise the Communion Fire wholly does so, canvassing a wider range of other stylistic sizes – late ‘90s melodic black metal, same-era blackened death, early ‘80s epic metal, and even a bit of NWOBHM that preceded that – that altogether result in something that’s more unique than ever. The album’s runtime of 46 minutes across seven tracks no doubt suggests that turn toward the epic, and the songwriting indeed goes everywhere but still with remarkable focus. Their chops, while thankfully evincing a human touch, support these daring constructs with finesse and a finely honed clarity. Leads and otherwise-more-melodic riffs lead the charge into the battlefield, buttressed by dynamics that are never boisterous for their own sake; rather, they’re reigned in, allowing those riffs and rhythms to breathe, thus making the surges of energy all the more exciting. Put another way, BLACKEVIL aren’t just another black(ened) metal band flying off the rails, imparting one extreme expression after another: there’s actual class and craft at work here, honoring the ancient lore of heavy metal whilst adding to its lexicon. In that sense, the ceremonial reverence they exude truly supports the title Praise the Communion Fire for the Unhallowed Sacrament. Forever Baptised in Eternal Fire reaped acclaim, but still left BLACKEVIL as a well-kept secret. Again blessed with (un)godly art by the masterful Paolo Girardi, Praise the Communion Fire for the Unhallowed Sacrament should once and for all establish BLACKEVIL as top-tier heavy metal blacksmiths! Line-up: Abyss - ghoulish throat of revenge and roaring 4-string hell Deathinfektor - attack of the iron six-string saw Bloodhammer - glorifier of the infernal wardrum thunder From Bavaria/Germany Artwork: Paolo Girardi Release date: 25th October2024 Release info: Regular edition on black vinyl, with insert, poster, sticker, postcard and download code. Special edition on halloween orange vinyl, with insert, poster, sticker, postcard download code and patch. CD edition with sticker, obi www.dyingvictims.com https://dyingvictimsproductions.bandcamp.com/ Release: 26. September 2024 Genre : Old School Melodic Death Metal For 25 years now, BATTLESWORD have been making their way through the metal scene and to mark the occasion, they have released their fifth longplayer, which alludes to both the anniversary and the album number in its title "(XX)V". The addition "Of Tales And Tragedies" can also be confidently interpreted as a reference to the band's history and the things they have lived through over such a period of time. |