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0 Indie Week Presents Wacken Metal Battle Canada Showcase: Friday, Nov 18 – Toronto, ON @ Coalition

November 14, 2016
by Asher
· Wacken Metal Battle Canada

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Montreal, QC – November 2016

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Indie Week Presents Wacken Metal Battle Canada Showcase

Friday, Nov 18 – Toronto, ON @ Coalition – 8pm

Free Download – Vol 4. Compilation featuring over 90 bands and 7 Hours of Canadian Metal – here.

With WACKEN METAL BATTLE CANADA taking a break this year from battles, the event that crowns one champion to play Wacken Open Air has teamed up with Indie Week Canada to showcase some of the competing bands from years past along with some fresh new metal talents. The metal showcase will feature six stellar bands that includes ODIUM (Walkerton, ON), Scarecrowz (Ottawa, ON), Reptoid (Toronto, ON), Black Absinthe (Toronto, ON), Chagall (Toronto, ON) and Plethora (Toronto, ON).

Event Details:
https://www.facebook.com/events/246615545754628/

FRI NOV 18
@ COALITION
Doors: 8pm • $6 ADV / $8 Door
8:30 Plethorametal
9:15 Scarecrowz fanpage
10:00 Chagall
10:45 Black Absinthe
11:30 Reptoid
12:15 Odium

About:

Wacken Metal Battle Canada is part of an international competition where over a hundred band’s from across the country battle each other for one to be selected and join over 20 other countries for an international battle of the bands at the world’s largest outdoor metal festival Wacken Open Air, which has been taking place in Wacken , Germany for the last 27 years. Hamilton’s Profaner (2016 winners), Oshawa’s Vesperia (2015 winners), Montreal’s Mutank (2014 winners) and Toronto’s Crimson Shadows (2013 winners) have had that honour playing in front of thousands.

Live Video @ Wacken – 2016 – Profaner – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfphPHynT6s

Live Video @ Wacken – 2015 – Vesperia – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Lwkzc4zGUY

Live Video @ Wacken – 2014 – Mutank – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQrLaG8BPL4

Live Video @ Wacken – 2013 – Crimson Shadows – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prOdgG4OwQU

Wacken Metal Battle Canada Promo Video: http://youtu.be/gQcxqsxchkQ

Wacken Metal Battle 2014 Canada Finals by Ondeschocs.com: http://youtu.be/RrOGyBtqwaQ

For more info on Metal Battle Canada, please visit these links:

Official Website: http://www.metalbattle.ca

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MetalBattleCanada

Twitter: @MetalBattleCAN

Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/WackenMetalBattleCAN

For more info on Wacken Open Air, please visit http://www.wacken.com

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Indie Week – http://canada.indieweek.com/

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0 Canadian Beats – Review – Shark Infested Daughters – These Tides, Our Tombs

November 14, 2016
by Asher
· Shark Infested Daugthers

Packed full of speedy riffs and crushing breakdowns, fans will have to come up for air with each new track or risk being lost to the depths of it’s beautiful melodies. The musicianship is expertly displayed, immediately intense and surprisingly diverse. The vocals are executed brilliantly, and the dichotomy of Erika Leah’s siren song voice against the pure aggression of Chris Thoresen gives the album an overall feeling of decadent dread.

http://canadianbeats.ca/2016/11/14/review-shark-infested-daughters/

0 NEWS: Calgary Metalfest V Raises Over $7,000 For Make-A-Wish-Foundation Alberta

November 14, 2016
by Asher
· calgary metalfest · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 14, 2016

CalgaryMetalfest.com | Facebook

Calgary Metalfest V Raises Over $7,000 From Live Charity Auction For Make-A-Wish-Foundation Alberta

This year’s Calgary Metalfest, held from September 14-17, saw an incredible historic line up that included ANNIHILATOR, the original line up of EXCITER, thrash veterans RAZOR and SACRIFICE plus killer sets from THE EXALTED PILEDRIVER, TOXIC HOLOCAUST, GATEKRASHÖR, DISCIPLES OF POWER, THE ORDER OF CHAOS and many more!

With all these performances over 3 nights in Alberta’s largest mosh pit, the festival organizers are no strangers in giving back to the community, using the event since 2013 to raise funds for the Make-A-Wish Southern Alberta.

This year’s live charity auction, which is held in between band sets, had multiple offerings and bidding donors that lead the festival to raised its highest ever amount of over $7,000 to help the children.

CMF organizers comment:

“Thank you to everyone who donated and bid on all these items! We were able to smash our previous record from last year by over triple! Over $7000 was raised this year to Make-A-Wish Southern Alberta! This was huge for us! Thank you again to all involved in making this the best auction yet! See you next year!”

Full fund raising results can be found below:

Sept 14th Calgary Metalfest V Kick-off Party at The Ship & Anchor
Gatekrashor, Riot City, Black Rat, King Humungus & BridgeBurner tickets donated by Dustin Smith – $20
W.M.D donated their performance pay – $200

Sept 15th Calgary Metalfest V – The Exalted Piledriver, Crystal Mess, Savage Streets, and guests at Distortion

JBo Airbrush package bought by Bob R. – $180
Rusty Speedwerks Inc. package bought by Sarah M.- $50
Exciter Posters donated by Renee Jef Baratelli-Thorell bought by Bob R. – $115
The Leatherarium gauntlet bought by Dave H. – $40
Canadian Metal Package donated by Sarah Kitteringham bought by Renee B. – $150
Giant Calgary Metalfest V Poster Donated by Big Nate Productions and Creative Factor bought by Chris S. – $150
Accostal donated some merch sales – $70
The Exalted Piledriver donated some merch sales – $40

Sept 16th Calgary Metalfest V – Toxic Holocaust, Disciples of Power, The Order of Chaos, and guests at Dickens

AXE Music Calgary drum lessons with Ryan Boyko bought by Jaden M. – $75
Western Canadian Metal Festival Alliance Ticket Package bought by Randall L. – $450
Big Nate Productions Seasons Pass bought by Cody H. – $250 +$10 donation
Giant Calgary Metalfest V Poster donated by Big Nate Productions and Creative Factor bought by Craig M. – $225

Sept 17th Calgary Metalfest V – Annihilator, Exciter, Sacrifice, Razor with Gatekrashör at Flames Central

Noctis prize pack donated by Terese Fleming bought by Luke L. – $120
Tenacious D signed print donated by Daryl Buchanan of superstarphotos.ca bought by Brody C. – $150
Deviant Optiks Photography print by Monika Deviat bought by James O. – $250
Giant Calgary Metalfest V Poster donated by Big Nate Productions and Creative Factor bought by Craig M.- $100
Ghost Iron Studio and Big Nate Productions 80 hour studio package bought by Concrete Funeral – $1500
Giant Metal Calgary Metalfest V poster donated by Big Nate Productions and SignCraft Digital bought by Evan M. – $700
Tony Iommi Signature Model Epiphone donated by Ross Ingall of Too Metal For Church on Metal Nation Radio bought by John M.- $720
Jeff Waters prototype guitar bought by Daryl B.- $1800

For more info, please visit https://calgarymetalfest.com.

About:

Calgary Metalfest, in its fifth annual year, started in 2012 by Nathan “Nate Reno” Renaud after his experiences working at Monsters of Rock in 2008 and as Stage and Production Manager of Noctis Metalfest from 2008 to 2013. Nate also founded and plays bass in KYOKTYS and is a live and studio audio engineer with over forty titles and hundreds of shows to his credit. Check him out at http://bignateproductions.com.

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0 World fo Metal Radio – Krepitus – “The Eyes Of The Soulless” Review

November 14, 2016
by Asher
· krepitus

http://radiowom.blogspot.ca/2016/11/krepitus-eyes-of-soulless-review.html

0 Mass Movement Magazine – It Ruined My Life… Dre Versailles (INIRE)

November 14, 2016
by Asher
· Inire

http://massmovement.co.uk/?p=11782

0 Amps and Green Screens – Fractal Cypher – The Human Paradox

November 14, 2016
by Asher
· Fractal Cypher

I was more than impressed with Montreal’s FRACTAL CYPHER and their self-released debut The Human Paradox. They manage to find that perfect balance between esoteric and accessible, and they exploit it over and over. Seriously, opener ‘Lost” is over eight minutes long, but it sure as shit doesn’t feel like it at all. “Endless Circle” is all power and fury from beginning to end, and each one of the members gets a chance to shine.

http://ampsandgreenscreens.com/2016/11/13/fractal-cypher-human-paradox/

0 NEWS: RED CAIN Offers Free Download ‘Dead Aeon Requiem’ via PureGrainAudio; Debut EP Out Nov 25th

November 11, 2016
by Asher
· Music News · Red Cain

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – November 11, 2016

EP Promo Request here.

For fans of Kamelot, Symphony X, Alter Bridge, Tesseract

Redcain.com (coming soon) | Facebook | Twitter @RedCainArmy | Bandcamp | Soundcloud

Download = Press Photo | EP Cover | EP Lyrics

RED CAIN Offers Free Download ‘Dead Aeon Requiem’ via PureGrainAudio; Debut Self-Titled EP Out Nov 25th

L-R: Samuel Royce – drums, Nik Ryzhenkov – guitar, Evgeniy Zayarny – vocals, William Lancaster – synths/orchestration, Rogan McAndrews – bass/back vocals
Credit: DM Photography

Calgary, AB’s RED CAIN will be releasing their debut self-titled EP on November 25th and before it drops they have teamed up with PureGrainAudio.com for the exclusive FREE download of their track ‘Dead Aeon Requiem’, which is available at the following link: http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/red-cain-dead-aeon-requiem-free-song-download

‘Dead Aeon Requiem’ is the second single off the band’s upcoming debut to follow their first single ‘Hiraeth’, which can be heard at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3VzG-M_Ss8 along with a playthrough at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-cTZBHaBJk.

RED CAIN, a powerful, modern melodic metal project with European roots is back on the scene after a two year hiatus and line up change that features orchestration guru William Lancaster along with the talented multi-instrumentalist Rogan McAndrews to join founding band members Evgeniy Zayarny, Nikita Ryzhenkov plus Samuel Royce. RED CAIN is a storytelling vehicle of Faustian sagas and twisted orchestral landscapes – complete with articulate songwriting, heavy, groove-filled instrumentals plus evocative, rich vocals, all creating a memorable and dramatic musical experience.

1. Guillotine (6:12)

2. Dead Aeon Requiem (5:45)

3. Hiraeth (5:17)

4. Unborn (7:03)

EP Length: 24:18

For more info, please visit http://facebook.com/redcainofficial.

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0 NEWS: EXCUSES EXCUSES Premiere New Music Video ‘The Outsider’ via New Noise Magazine

November 11, 2016
by Asher
· Excuses Excuses · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 11, 2016

Album Promo Request here.

For fans of Billy Talent, Green Day, Against Me!, Foo Fighters, Cage The Elephant

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Download = Press Photo | EP Cover | EP Lyrics

EXCUSES EXCUSES Premiere New Music Video ‘The Outsider’ via New Noise Magazine

Offer Free Download ‘The Outsider’ via PureGrainAudio

New EP ‘Frame of Mind’ Out Nov 25th

Show Dates:

Nov 12 – Kingston, ON – The Mansion – info

Ontario punk rockers Excuses Excuses will be releasing their debut EP‘Frame of Mind’ on November 25th and before it drops they are premiering their new music video ‘The Outsider’ via New Noise Magazine at the following link: http://newnoisemagazine.com/premiere-excuses-excuses-outsider-video/#

The band comments:

“‘The Outsider’ is an anthem to those who sit outside of the social norm. It speaks of living life to please oneself, rather than relying on other people’s acceptance. Never let others get in the way of your success. In the video we took a bit of quirky spin on this idea by using the character of the bear to symbolize an obvious outsider from our society. The bear experiences the process of rejection, determination, perseverance, and finally success to demonstrate the ideal of achieving his dreams.”

The trio is also offering fans a FREE download of the track exclusively viaPureGrainAudio.com at the following link: http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/excuses-excuses-the-outsider-free-song-download

‘The Outsider’ is one of 5 on the band’s debut EP that focuses largely on events and experiences from their teenage years touching on topics of drug use, family/personal matters, loss, and the uncertain future. The words “frame of mind” discusses the perception of one’s own life experiences and retrospectively looking at it. Holding a mirror up to the worst aspects of one’s life, the EP encourages people to seek different perspectives to attain a better understanding.

1. The Outsider (3:41)

2. Alibis (3:59) [Stream]

3. Rewind! (3:33) [Stream]

4. Frame of Mind (3:43)

5. (Is That) What You Meant (4:36)

EP Length: 19:34

For more info, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialExcusesExcuses.

About:
Excuses Excuses is a punk rock n’ roll three piece that refuse to listen to any more lies by promising to live an honest life through their music in Oshawa, ON just on the the outskirts of Canada’s Music Capitol Toronto, ON. The band is calling for people to take responsibility for their actions and Kyle (vocals, guitar, ex-Stained Glass Army), Trevor (bass, ex-Stained Glass Army), and Jay (drums) write thoughtful anthems. Since February 2016 the band has been developing their own version of punk rock inspired by bands like Green Day, Billy Talent, and Foo Fighters.

Kyle lights a spark for the band by crafting the initial melodies and structure for each song and brings it back to the team to craft the final details. Their goal is to write timeless material that speaks to disenfranchised outliers that are seeking solace through lyrical poetry and catchy riffs. Excuses Excuses write songs that are destined to be performed live with an emotive and captivating show that focuses on the crowd and ensuring their enjoyment until the last song.

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0 NEWS: CHARIOTS OF THE GODS Unleash New Lyric Video ‘Resurrection’ + ‘An Atomic Age Tour’ (ON/QC)

November 11, 2016
by Asher
· Chariots of The Gods · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 11, 2016

Album Promo Request here.

For fans of Trivium, In Flames, Children of Bodom, Kalmah

ChariotsofTheGods.net | Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Bandcamp

CHARIOTS OF THE GODS Unleash New Lyric Video ‘Resurrection’ + ‘An Atomic Age Tour’ (ON/QC)

Out Now! New Album ‘Ages Unsung’

L-R: David Gravel (Drum) | Payam Doryani (Bass) | Mathieu St-Amour (Lead Guitar) | Christian Therien (Vocals) | Rock Déziel (Rhythm Guitar)

(Photo credit: Chris Bubinas)

Melodic death metallers CHARIOTS OF THE GODS have unleashed their new lyric video ‘Resurrection’ in support of their new album ‘Ages Unsung’, which was released this past September. ‘Resurrection’ is one of ten shredding tracks recorded at The Grid with legendary Montreal producer Chris Donaldson (Cryptopsy, The Agonist, Beyond Creation, Neuraxis). The album also features a special guest solo from The Agonist’s Pascal Jobin on the song ‘Into Oblivion’. For this album, CHARIOTS OF THE GODS turned to fans on kickstarter with a pre-order campaign (thank you video) and surpassed their goal of $3,000. The album marks the return of Canada’s first metal band to tour Cuba after a small hiatus and line up change to follow up their 2013 debut album ‘Tides of War’ that was produced by music legend Glen Robinson (Queensryche, Gwar, Annihilator).

The band comments on ‘Resurrection’:

“For the third lyric video, we thought “Resurrection” could be a great addition to our series of singles. The song talks about the rising of beasts ready to set the world ablaze. With the US elections having passed, we felt the themes can somewhat be connected. We went into new territories with this one, but we’re really proud of the turnout. We hope you will enjoy it!”

To watch and hear ‘Resurrection’, please visit the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1JBIw4Rtlk

Album Stream ‘Ages Unsung’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aP4K-E8nRlI&list=PLGO0yrExinishG_mSMqTCAVnwVaFFavPg

Music Video ‘Tusk’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBGOJ5aUJmQ

In additional news, COTG are venturing across the province of Quebec along with hometown shows in Ottawa, ON, which includes supporting Sonata Arctica on November 14th (dates and info below). Joining them on the tour will be Montreal’s Pronostic.

Nov 4 – Montreal, QC – Piranha Bar – info
*Nov 14 – Ottawa, ON – Mavericks w/ Sonata Arctica, Leave’s Eyes, Omnium Gatherum – info
Nov 18 – Mont Tremblant, QC – Bar L’Epicentre
Nov 19 – Laval, QC – Bar Le Repaire
Nov 25 – Longueil, QC – Bar Zone 132 – info
Dec 2 – Ottawa, ON – Cafe Dekcuf
Dec 3 – Buckingham, QC – Bar Le Windsor
Dec 9 – Quebec, QC – La Source De La Martiniere – info
Dec 10 – Sherbrooke, QC – Bar Le Magog – info
Dec 16 – Drummondville, QC – Pub Heriot
Dec 17 – Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, QC – Studio 35 – info
* = without Pronostic

1. Primordial Dawn (1:22)
2. Tusk (4:40)
3. Of Prometheus And The Sacred Flame (3:57)
4. War of The Gods (4:21)
5. As The Sky Falls (4:25)
6. Resurrection (3:46)
7. Through Darkness And Decay (5:50)
8. Into Oblivion ft. guest solo by Pascal Jobin of The Agonist (4:40)
9. New World (3:59)
10. Ages Unsung (4:45)
Album Length: 41:49

Album order available at https://chariotsofthegods.bandcamp.com/album/ages-unsung

For more info, please visit www.chariotsofthegods.net.

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