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0 NEWS: ‘Winter’ Is Not Over Yet! BLACK ABSINTHE Streaming New Track via Hellbound.ca; Debut Album ‘Early Signs of Denial’ Due Out May 13th

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Montreal, QC – April 14, 2016
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For fans of Black Sabbath, Killswitch Engage, Motorhead, Mastodon, High On Fire, Coheed and Cambria
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‘Winter’ Is Not Over Yet! BLACK ABSINTHE Streaming New Track via Hellbound.ca
Debut Album ‘Early Signs of Denial’ Due Out May 13th
Upcoming Show Dates:
May 13 – Oshawa, ON @ The Atria – Event info
May 14 – Toronto, ON @ Coalition T.O. (CD Release Show) – Event info

Toronto, ON heavy metal trio BLACK ABSINTHE are surfacing from the basement to unleash new tunes from their debut album ‘Early Signs of Denial’ produced by Dave Baksh (Cross Dog, The Mahones) plus mixed and mastered by Frank Gryner (Rob Zombie- Hillbilly Deluxe). Set for release on May 13th, 2016, the album is the band’s first professional recording to follow their three self recorded EPs Live At Coalition (2014), Noise Complaint (2014) and Augusta (2012).
BLACK ABSINTHE’s powerful heavy riffs and bass lines are reminiscent of classic thrash and new wave British heavy metal with a range of progressive to classic rock influence ready to be shared with fans new and old alike. The band recently teamed up with Hellbound.ca to premiere their second single ‘Winter’.
Vocalist/ guitarist Jack Cerre comments on “Winter”:
To listen to ‘Winter’, please visit the following link: http://hellbound.ca/2016/04/black-absinthe-winter-track-premiere/
The title “Early Signs of Denial” is a conceptual connection to the themes of fear, corruption, and overcoming disparity, which is explored in the album’s songs. The record has emphasis of crushing modern tone, polished instrumental sections, soaring vocals and a blending of contemporary and classic metal. With each track, this unique record represents different aspects ofBLACK ABSINTHE’s diversity in song writing. The band does not tread lightly over their new wave of British heavy metal song style or their technical and progressive metal influences.
Album Pre-order – https://blackabsinthe.bandcamp.com/

For more info, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/blackabsintheband.
About:
Formed in 2011 by vocalist and guitarist Jack Cerre, bassist Kyle Scarlett and drummer Austin Henderson, the trio continue to rip through the underground Toronto metal scene without pause.
Compounding heavy riffs and bass lines reminiscent of classic thrash and new wave British heavy metal with a range of progressive to classic rock influence, Black Absinthe presents a solid example of a Canadian metal band. They’re road hungry, influenced plus supported by other driven Canadian musicians and most of all, ready to innovate and grow the traditions of a genre they venerate and respect. As leaders in the scene, Black Absinthe were headlining Toronto semi-finalists in the Wacken Metal Battle Canada 2015.
With a new year ahead, Black Absinthe pushes on with their desire to provide their fans in Canada and online with a cleaner and heavier presentation of their sound. The years incubating in Toronto’s metal underground have served the band well. From their 2012 debut EP Augusta to their 2014 EP Noise Complaint, both releases have established the band’s sound as well as their stage presence, leading to their driven heavy metal machine. Now in 2016, Black Absinthe are ready to release their debut studio album Early Signs Of Denial (May 13, 2016). The album was produced by Dave Baksh (Cross Dog, The Mahones) out of the Gentleman’s Den studio in Pickering, ON who’s experience proved to be the final touch; aiding in refining drum dynamics, smoothing the transitions and layering harmonic guitar lines. Black Absinthe’s Early Signs Of Denial sound is a leading example of the contemporary Canadian metal scene serving to showcase how the band sounds in a crisp, powerful, and ultimately more professional recording environment.
The title “Early Signs of Denial” is a conceptual connection to the themes of fear, corruption, and overcoming disparity, which is explored in the songs. The record has emphasis of crushing modern tone, polished instrumental sections, soaring vocals and a blending of contemporary and classic metal. With each track, this unique record represents different aspects of Black Absinthe’s diversity in song writing. The band does not tread lightly over their new wave of British heavy metal song style or their technical and progressive metal influences.
Through the bands expanding network cultivated through Coalition Music’s “Artist Entrepreneur Program”, they chose Frank Gryner (Rob Zombie- Hillbilly Deluxe) to mix and master the album in the Winter of 2015. His strong ability to work with a diversity of sounds was the appeal to the band. His mixing took the album into the sonic spheres of a classic 80’s sound providing, grandeur, psychedelia, and an arena rock feel that could properly represent the textures put down in tracking. There was an immediate trust formed with the stylistic choices Gryner made throughout mixing.
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0 NEWS: VESPERIA Announce Toronto Support Date w/ Luca Turilli’s Rhapsody, Primal Fear; On Cross Canada Tour Now w/ Kalmah

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Montreal, QC – April 14, 2016
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VESPERIA Announce Toronto Support Date w/ Luca Turilli’s Rhapsody and Primal FearCross Canada Tour (April 4-24) w/ Finnish Masters KALMAH

L-R – Casey Elliott (Guitar), Morgan Rider (Vocals, Bass), Frankie Caracci (Guitar), Dylan Gowan (Drums)
*new show dates
*May 28 – Kitchener, ON @ Wax Nightclub (Kitchener Metalfest) – Event info
*June 1 – Toronto, ON – Virgin Mobile Mod Club w/ Luca Turilli’s Rhapsody, Primal Fear – Event info
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0 ‘Winter’ Is Not Over Yet! BLACK ABSINTHE Streaming New Track via Hellbound.ca; Debut Album ‘Early Signs of Denial’ Due Out May 13th

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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – April 14, 2016
EP Promo Request here.
For fans of Black Sabbath, Killswitch Engage, Motorhead, Mastodon, High On Fire, Coheed and Cambria
Facebook | Twitter @ blackabsintheto | Instagram | YouTube | Bandcamp
‘Winter’ Is Not Over Yet! BLACK ABSINTHE Streaming New Track via Hellbound.ca
Debut Album ‘Early Signs of Denial’ Due Out May 13th
Upcoming Show Dates:
May 13 – Oshawa, ON @ The Atria – Event info
May 14 – Toronto, ON @ Coalition T.O. (CD Release Show) – Event info

Toronto, ON heavy metal trio BLACK ABSINTHE are surfacing from the basement to unleash new tunes from their debut album ‘Early Signs of Denial’produced by Dave Baksh (Cross Dog, The Mahones) plus mixed and mastered by Frank Gryner (Rob Zombie- Hillbilly Deluxe). Set for release on May 13th, 2016, the album is the band’s first professional recording to follow their three self recorded EPs Live At Coalition (2014), Noise Complaint (2014) and Augusta (2012).
BLACK ABSINTHE’s powerful heavy riffs and bass lines are reminiscent of classic thrash and new wave British heavy metal with a range of progressive to classic rock influence ready to be shared with fans new and old alike. The band recently teamed up with Hellbound.ca to premiere their second single ‘Winter’.
Vocalist/ guitarist Jack Cerre comments on “Winter”:
To listen to ‘Winter’, please visit the following link: http://hellbound.ca/2016/04/black-absinthe-winter-track-premiere/
The title “Early Signs of Denial” is a conceptual connection to the themes of fear, corruption, and overcoming disparity, which is explored in the album’s songs. The record has emphasis of crushing modern tone, polished instrumental sections, soaring vocals and a blending of contemporary and classic metal. With each track, this unique record represents different aspects of BLACK ABSINTHE’s diversity in song writing. The band does not tread lightly over their new wave of British heavy metal song style or their technical and progressive metal influences.
Album Pre-order – https://blackabsinthe.bandcamp.com/

For more info, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/blackabsintheband.
About:
Formed in 2011 by vocalist and guitarist Jack Cerre, bassist Kyle Scarlett and drummer Austin Henderson, the trio continue to rip through the underground Toronto metal scene without pause.
Compounding heavy riffs and bass lines reminiscent of classic thrash and new wave British heavy metal with a range of progressive to classic rock influence, Black Absinthe presents a solid example of a Canadian metal band. They’re road hungry, influenced plus supported by other driven Canadian musicians and most of all, ready to innovate and grow the traditions of a genre they venerate and respect. As leaders in the scene, Black Absinthe were headlining Toronto semi-finalists in the Wacken Metal Battle Canada 2015.
With a new year ahead, Black Absinthe pushes on with their desire to provide their fans in Canada and online with a cleaner and heavier presentation of their sound. The years incubating in Toronto’s metal underground have served the band well. From their 2012 debut EP Augusta to their 2014 EP Noise Complaint, both releases have established the band’s sound as well as their stage presence, leading to their driven heavy metal machine. Now in 2016, Black Absinthe are ready to release their debut studio album Early Signs Of Denial (May 13, 2016). The album was produced by Dave Baksh (Cross Dog, The Mahones) out of the Gentleman’s Den studio in Pickering, ON who’s experience proved to be the final touch; aiding in refining drum dynamics, smoothing the transitions and layering harmonic guitar lines. Black Absinthe’s Early Signs Of Denial sound is a leading example of the contemporary Canadian metal scene serving to showcase how the band sounds in a crisp, powerful, and ultimately more professional recording environment.
The title “Early Signs of Denial” is a conceptual connection to the themes of fear, corruption, and overcoming disparity, which is explored in the songs. The record has emphasis of crushing modern tone, polished instrumental sections, soaring vocals and a blending of contemporary and classic metal. With each track, this unique record represents different aspects of Black Absinthe’s diversity in song writing. The band does not tread lightly over their new wave of British heavy metal song style or their technical and progressive metal influences.
Through the bands expanding network cultivated through Coalition Music’s “Artist Entrepreneur Program”, they chose Frank Gryner (Rob Zombie- Hillbilly Deluxe) to mix and master the album in the Winter of 2015. His strong ability to work with a diversity of sounds was the appeal to the band. His mixing took the album into the sonic spheres of a classic 80’s sound providing, grandeur, psychedelia, and an arena rock feel that could properly represent the textures put down in tracking. There was an immediate trust formed with the stylistic choices Gryner made throughout mixing.
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0 NEWS: Artist Submissions Extended To May 15th For Calgary’s YYC Music Awards; Nominees & Tickets To Be Announced On July 31st

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Montreal, QC – April 13, 2016
Nominees & Tickets To Be Announced On July 31st

- Single of the Year
- Group of the Year
- Female Artist of the Year
- Male Artist of the Year
- Pop Recording of the Year
- Rap/ Hip-Hop Recording of the Year
- Country Recording of the Year
- Roots/ Folk Recording of the Year
- Rock Recording of the Year
- Metal Recording of the Year
- Blues Recording of the Year
- Jazz Recording of the Year
- R&B/ Soul Recording of the Year
- DJ/ Electronic Recording of the Year
- Alternative Recording of the Year
- Singer/ Songwriter of the Year
- Music Video of the Year
- Zackariah and the Prophets Memorial Award
- People’s Choice Award
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0 EPK – Enoid – Exile Aux Confins Des Tourments (2016) (Satanth Records (Russia)/Black Plague Recirds (USA))
Enoid – Exile Aux Confins Des Tourments (2016)
(Satanth Records (Russia)/Black Plague Records (USA))
Release Date: May 5, 2016
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Album Pre-Order: https://satanath.bandcamp.com/album/sat146-enoid-exil-aux-confins-des-tourments-2016

1. Je t’arracherai les cieux (5:54)
2. Ces cicatrices dans mon âme (5:29)
3. Mangez ma chair, prenez ma douleur (4:31)
4. La croix de mon existence (3:46)
5. Nouveau cycle destructeur (4:07)
6. Sourire éternel sur mes lèvres (4:10)
7. La lumière disparaît (5:47)
8. Ode à la haine (8:48)
Length – 42:35
Line-up:
Bornyhake – all instruments and vocals

Existing since 1996, Enoid attacks with onslaughts of crushing hyper-speed straight-ahead Black Metal brutality sure to impress and amaze die-hard fans of the best of the classic Norwegian scene. With high-calibre precision and skilled aggression, always deliver total hellish chaos!
This is the 7th Enoid album. A very special one because it’s the 20 years anniversary album. The cover art is done by Maxime Taccardi. Bornyhake (Borgne, Kawir, Manii, Triumfall, Pure…) did all instruments and the mix of the album.
0 NEWS: CELESTIAL RUIN Premiere New Track ‘Sense of Exile’ via SkullsnBones.com; New EP ‘Pandora’ Out May 20th

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CELESTIAL RUIN Premiere New Track ‘Sense of Exile’ via SkullsnBones.com
New EP ‘Pandora’ Out May 20th
Upcoming Show Dates:
May 21 – Vancouver, BC – The Venue – info (CD Release Show)
Aug 25-28 – Metalocalypstick Fest – Valemount, BC – info

Combining a heavenly destruction of heavy riffs with beautiful melodies, Vancouver, BC’s European influenced symphonic metal band CELESTIAL RUIN create catchy, singable and epic tunes that draw on lyrical themes of fantasy and horror, plus sometimes implying deeper meanings or just celebrating the subject matter at hand. Their new EP ‘Pandora’ is set for release on May 20th to follow their 2012 debut album ‘The Awakening’ and before it drops they have teamed up with Skullsnbones.com for the premiere of their first single and lyric video ‘Sense of Exile’, which can be heard at the following link: http://skullsnbones.com/celestial-ruin-sense-of-exile-lyric-video-premiere/
Vocalist Larissa Dawn comments on the track:
“The concept of “Sense of Exile” is hopefully a relatable one, it’s about making a life altering decision based on the needs and wants of others . Completely ignoring your own gut instinct and later recognizing that the choice you made has all kinds of negative repercussions. The sound and feel of this song may be high energy, but the lyrics and emotions behind it are that of anger, regret and despair. I’m sure many of us feel these mixed emotions frequently, so I am hoping the power behind the music allows people to just let out all their frustration and after think, “I feel a lot better now”.”
Digital and CD pre-order of the EP will be available as of April 22nd on iTunes and CD at www.celestialruin.com.

For more info, please visit: http://www.celestialruin.com/
About:
Canadian band CELESTIAL RUIN is styled after European Symphonic Rock/Metal but executed with a decidedly North American flavor. Combining a heavenly destruction of heavy riffs with beautiful melodies, CELESTIAL RUIN create catchy, singable melodies, and rich symphonic textures. The compositions are “epic” by all accounts. Lyrical themes are mainly drawn from fantasy and horror, sometimes implying deeper meanings, sometimes just celebrating the subject matter.
Based out of Vancouver, BC, CELESTIAL RUIN started taking the scene by storm with their debut album “The Awakening”. Receiving favorable reviews in publications such as Rockstar Weekly Magazine professing a 4/5 star rating declaring, “If The Awakening is only the beginning of things to come, you’d best get on board now while the getting’s good.”
After successful 2012 and 2013 summer tours, CELESTIAL RUIN was offered many opportunities that included opening slots with Stone Temple Pilots, Leaves Eyes, Moonspell and being a featured performer for Vancouver Alternative Fashion Week for two consecutive years.
CELESTIAL RUIN is always looking for the next unique avenue to expose their distinctive sound. “We play in the grey area of rock music, we are too heavy for rock, but not heavy enough for metal” comments vocalist Larissa Dawn.
This is a praise that has been mirrored in many live reviews including Beat Route Magazine stating, “Celestial Ruin appears to be in a sub-genre scene of one…their differences are working to their advantage”.
From September- December 2015 they completed a cross Canada tour (Out of Exile) and are now preparing for the release of their 2016 EP ‘Pandora’ produced by Joost Van Den Broek (Epica, Revamp, Xandria).
“As a significant jump forward from our debut album, from song writing to production, this EP was a journey that allowed to us grow, and we hope that fans will grow with us.” says Larissa Dawn.
A collaborative writing effort by CELESTIAL RUIN, the May 20th release of ‘Pandora’ will showcase the best of their best shared with fans new and old alike.
“The music on ‘Pandora’ is about unleashing chaos, beauty and all emotions into the world. It celebrates both the joy and the pain that emotions can create. The lyrics on this release come from a mix of personal experiences and fantasy elements. Most of the were written during a time when Larissa was going through recovery from a surgery and was unable to speak, sing and barely able to stand up. So the frustration, sadness, anger and fear she felt during her recovery created “Pandora”.” says drummer Adam Todd.
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