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0 The Dirty Room – Inire – Cauchemar
Inire show the respect for tradition while blazing a path with their own unique and inspiring sound. All metal fans past. present and future listen up, Inire is here to carry the torch for us. 100% solid awesome album all the way through. Cauchemar is a must have.
0 NEWS: EXCUSES EXCUSES Offer Free Download ‘The Outsider’ via PureGrainAudio
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – November 4, 2016
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For fans of Billy Talent, Green Day, Against Me!, Foo Fighters, Cage The Elephant
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EXCUSES EXCUSES 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 offering fans a FREE download of their third and latest single ‘The Outsider’ exclusively via PureGrainAudio.com at the following link: http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/excuses-excuses-the-outsider-free-song-download
The track 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.
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 Metal Maniack – Inire – Cauchemar
The music on this album is aggressive groove metal like masters of the genre Pantera did, but with melodic choruses in the vein of Alice In Chains…a strong and aggressive album, very well written and very well played and if you like this kind of metal, then this album is for you. Enjoy!
http://metalmaniack.com/index.php/2016/11/04/inire-cauchemar/
0 NEWS: GearGods Video Premiere ‘Black Rain’ By Montreal Power Metallers DEMISE OF THE CROWN
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – November 4, 2016
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For fans of Nevermore, Avenged Sevenfold, Opeth, Pantera, Arch Enemy
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GearGods Video Premiere ‘Black Rain’ By Montreal Power Metallers DEMISE OF THE CROWN
Upcoming Show Dates:
Nov 11 – Montreal, QC @ Petit Cafe Campus – Event info
Brandish your weapons and bare your teeth in the battle for new world order with Montreal’s power metal quintet, DEMISE OF THE CROWN as they unleash their new music video ‘Black Rain’ directed by Carlos Guerra and exclusively premiered via Gear Gods at the following link: http://geargods.net/music-videos/demise-of-the-crown-are-drenched-in-the-black-rain-exclusive-music-video-premiere/
The new single is mixed and mastered by Chris Donaldson of Cryptopsy at The Grid and follows the band’s debut self titled album released this past March that was produced by Kevin Jardine (Uplift Studios, guitarist of Slaves On Dope) plus mastered by Joao Carvalho (Protest The Hero, Alexisonfire, Rush).
To listen to the self-titled album, please visit the following link:
Bandcamp: http://demiseofthecrownofficial.bandcamp.com
Bandcamp: http://demiseofthecrownofficial.bandcamp.com
Music Video – We Are Invincible – Watch here.
FREE Download – We Are Invincible – here.
About:
DEMISE OF THE CROWN run the gambit from melodic power metal to hard rock weaved together with soaring solos reminiscent of Eddie Van Halen with undertones of Yngwie Malmsteen. The band’s sound has developed from progressive to a heavy metal band that has a pop format structure to the music in order to lure people into the realm of metal. Through many years of playing music with different people in the Montreal scene and slowly forming the official line up in 2014. Each member have spent their time paying dues in the local community and have banded together with the same goal and vision for a band determined to shake the foundation of power metal.
Guitarist, Manuel Iradian writes all the music, then handed off to Kevin “Kevy Metal” (drummer) to dress up each song with his high-speed, galloping rhythms, finally, Darren Beadman crafts the anthemic lyrics rousing crowds to chant along with an anarchistic frenzy. Each song is rooted in all basic human emotions; anger, lust, depression, happiness, death and revenge.
Influenced by headliners like Nevermore, Avenged Sevenfold, Opeth, Pantera, and Faith No More, the band is working their way up the royal blood line to cause chaos right alongside their heroes. They have performed with iconic bands like Hellyeah, Devin Townsend Project, 3 Inches Of Blood, Katatonia and Firewind.
For more info, please visit https://www.facebook.com/Demise-of-the-Crown-58357974949/
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0 NEWS: The Gauntlet Premiere INIRE ‘Crash’; New Album ‘Cauchemar’ Out Nov 18th
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – November 4, 2016
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For fans of Lamb of God, Pantera, Hatebreed, Metallica, Tool, Alice in Chains
The Gauntlet Premiere INIRE ‘Crash’; New Album ‘Cauchemar’ Out Nov 18thAnnounce Ottawa Date w/ Sebastian Bach Nov 24th
Offer Free Download ‘Endless’ via PureGrainAudio
L-R – John Laflamme (Guitar) – Fred B. Simard (Bass) – Dre Versailles (Vocals) – Dim Gervais (Guitar) – Chris Bonavia (Drums)
Aylmer, QC’s heavy hitting northern riffing groove demons INIRE have teamed up with the TheGauntlet.com for the premiere of their second single‘Crash’ off their upcoming album ‘Cauchemar’ due out on November 18th. The hard knocking 13 track album was produced by drummer Chris Bonavia and continues the band’s reputation of delivering energetic anthems that have garnered them a loyal following in the Ontario and Quebec scenes. Since debuting their blend of northern groove and stoner metal with a tinge of hardcore energy on their 2007 self-titled EP to 2009’s full length ‘Born The Wicked, The Fallen, The Damned’, the band has gone on to perform on one of Canada’s biggest outdoor festivals Amnesia Rockfest, headline Fete Nationale in Gatineau, QC plus tour across Canada along with sharing the stage with known bands such as Cancer Bats and Kill Devil Hill.
The hear ‘Crash’, please visit the following link on TheGauntlet.com: http://thegauntlet.com/article/31563/INIRE-Release-2nd-Single-Exclusive-Premier-of-Crash-Here-
Plus view their music video for their first single ‘Endless’ at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wX00aBRq7LI
along with free download exclusively via PureGrainAudio.com at the following link: http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/inire-endless-free-song-download
Album pre-order available at http://inire.ca.
In additional news, INIRE have been given the nod and will be local opening support for Sebastian Bach‘s tour stop in Ottawa on November 24th at Barrymore’s. Full details can be found here.
Upcoming Show Dates:
Nov 21 – Quebec City, QC – L’Anti Bar
Nov 24 – Ottawa, ON – Barrymore’s
Nov 25 – Toronto, ON – Bovine Sex Club
Nov 26 – London, ON – The Grinning Gator
Dec 10 – Gatineau, QC – Le Minotaure
Nov 24 – Ottawa, ON – Barrymore’s
Nov 25 – Toronto, ON – Bovine Sex Club
Nov 26 – London, ON – The Grinning Gator
Dec 10 – Gatineau, QC – Le Minotaure
1. Avidya (1:49)
2. Wide Awake (4:04)
3. Next of Kin (4:40)
4. Endless (3:46)
5. Crash (3:45)
6. Hell Is Us (3:58)
7. Far From Anything (3:24)
8. Let It Die (3:37)
9. Lord of The Flies (0:59)
10. Burn (3:46)
11. Into The Labyrinth (1:54)
12. Cauchemar (3:42)
13. Just A Halo Away (4:27)
Album Length: 43:58
For more info, please visit: http://www.facebook.com/inireqc.
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0 NEWS: MALACODA Unleash TV Horror Inspired Video ‘Penny Dreadful’; New EP ‘Ritualis Aeterna’ Out Dec 2nd
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MALACODA Unleash New TV Horror Inspired Video ‘Penny Dreadful’; New EP ‘Ritualis Aeterna’ Out Dec 2nd
L-R – Brad Casarin (Guitar), Mike Harshaw (Drums), Lucas Di Mascio (Vocals), Cooper Seldom (Bass), Jonah Weingarten (Keyboards)
Credit: Gary Kuiper of The Laundry Design Works
Set to release their new EP ‘Ritualis Aeterna’ on December 2nd, Canadian horror inspired symphonic power metallers MALACODA have unleashed their new music video for their first single ‘Penny Dreadful’ that was directed, produced and edited by The Laundry Design Works. The track/music video Penny Dreadful was inspired by the since canceled Showtime TV show by the same name. Gothic horror literary classics (Dracula, Dorian Grey, Frankenstein, etc.) all cross paths within the same gloomy Victorian London and struggle with their cursed existence. The song explores the themes of the show, each section of the song being a different character’s personal struggles. Just as the show paid homage to horror’s roots, the band’s music video pays respects to classic horror films, using only practical effects to achieve everything from the dark corruption of the blood in the veins of the possessed woman, to the sped up and jerky motions the band members display as the song crescendos.
The band comments about the video:
“The Penny Dreadful video is something the band has wanted to do for a long time. Being involved with everything from the script, storyboard and even the production of the story scenes was great and let us guide where we wanted the video to go. Our upcoming ep release is a healthy dosage of things to come, we are just merely dipping our toes into a murky pool filled with horror and grandiosity and we hope our listeners take the plunge with us as we dive deeper into these darker areas.”
To watch ‘Penny Dreadful’, please visit the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTJfr292o7g
MALACODA whom’s name is influenced from a demon from Dante’s ‘Divine Comedy’, will be offering their new six track EP ‘Ritualis Aeterna’ to follow up to their well-received 2014 self-titled debut. Packed with dark atmosphere, originality and innovation, this is gothic power metal for the 21st century with intelligence and intensity to rival that of their infernal inspirations!
1. Penny Dreadful (5:34)
2. I Got A Letter (4:37)
3. Pandemonium (3:39)
4. The Wild Hunt (4:20)
5. Linger Here (2:23)
6. There Will Always Be One (3:47)
EP Length: 24:24
For more info, please visit: www.MalacodaMetal.com.
About:
Taking their name from a demon from Dante’s ‘Divine Comedy’, Malacoda’s dark gothic vision is indeed divine but no laughing matter.
As band leader Lucas, who studied Literature and Religion at University explains: ‘Malacoda was the name of a very minor character in the book, a fallen angel who flies around with a small army of demons torturing helpless souls in Hell. From a literary perspective, I found it interesting that he wasn’t merely an evil creature being tortured for his sins, but was given free reign to do what he pleases and takes it upon himself to torture other wicked souls in the spiritual prison that is Dante’s Inferno. I wanted a powerful name that fit not only the sound of the band but also the lyrical themes I touch upon. I wanted something dark, but not something that would be blatantly devilish sounding. The name translates roughly in Italian to ‘Cruel Tail’ and most people don’t see it and think “this band is named after a demon” and see it as something more romantic sounding.’
Like the ‘Inferno’ that inspired their name they forge metal without limits in sonic shapes endless and horrifying in equal measure. Malacoda’s music vision shares much in common with Dante’s, they are unafraid to gaze into the abyss, unafraid to be inspired by the myriad of human horrors within and without. They are not blind to the worlds within them waiting to be born.
Malacoda are about to follow their well-received self-titled debut with the horror-themed ‘Ritualis Aeterna’, which enters this world on December 2, 2016. Festive it most certainly isn’t, magnificent it certainly is. Full of dark atmosphere, originality and innovation, this is gothic power metal for the 21st century, intelligence and intensity to rival that of their infernal inspirations!
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0 EPK – Malacoda – Ritualis Aeterna (EP) (2016)
Malacoda – Ritualis Aeterna (EP)
For fans of Kamelot, King Diamond, Pyramaze, Dimmu Borgir, Paradise Lost
Release Date: December 2, 2016
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“‘Penny Dreadful’ starts off this 25-minute six track EP and from the off, it feel like the influences of old Hammer Horror movies are rife across all elements of the music. Dark, foreboding and with lyrics to enjoy as well as unsettle, Malacoda have done a good job in the atmospheric storytelling department.” – Powerplay Mag UK
“These sixs track are loaded with immersive tempos, excellent guitar play and plenty of keyboard sounds. The end result reminds me of something between Dimmu Borgir, Nightfall, Moonspell and Kamelot, which obviously means that this music is epic as hell. My favorite track is ‘I Got A Letter’ but there’s a lot of gothic goodness to be found on this thing.” – Merchants of Air
“Its funny how I started listening to this EP straight after reviewing the excellent Devilment Album by Dani Filth and his cohorts , these guys would fit in perfectly with the Cradle of Filth front mans merry band of Gothic themed demons live and would be an awesome addition to any Devilment / Cradle of Filth tour!” – The Metal Gods Meltdown
“an intoxicating blend of dark, melodic metal on this six track EP Ritualis Aeterna…25 minutes of gothic metal that is morose while melodic, as well as cinematic in terms of presentation and execution.” – Dead Rhetoric
“The result is a six song listening experience that I would simply describe as “Fucking Epic!”..Throughout Di Mascio demonstrates both an incredible vocal range as well as the ability to switch style and technique often many times throughout a single song. This cat can sing! He goes from dark guttural growls to a rich, melodic, almost operatic style on a dime. A standout track for me personally was the ballad, “Linger Here”. A simply beautiful and touching song that for some reason emotionally reminded me of Queensryche‘s “Silent Lucidity”…Ritualis Aeterna is an album that requires full on active listening. I would recommend the aforementioned quality headphones, a candlelit room and possibly a nice big glass of red wine. The complexities of the compositions will be lost if you throw this on as simply background noise and that would be a discredit to the musicianship found within. I totally look forward to seeing this band live on stage. If they can bring this to life live it will be mind blowing!” – Decibel Geek
“Ritualis Aeterna” marks the return of progressive power metal band Malacoda. Keyboard virtuoso Jonah Weingarten (Pyramaze) has joined forces with the band, adding a new potent weapon to the band’s sonic arsenal. “Ritualis Aeterna” is a mix of the band’s existing blend of melody and crunch but with an added dose of dark atmosphere. “Ritualis Aeterna” is Malacoda taking their sound to the next level. It’s much more than an evolution; it’s a rebirth.” – Progressive Music Planet
“when it comes time to create a soundtrack for the macabre, the mix of horror and rock produces some of the most entertaining and enjoyable music to ever reach my ears…The musicianship is supreme throughout…A listen to Ritualis Aeterna is a sonic journey into the horrific with the demon Malacoda as your guide.” – Glacially Musical
“This is a well executed and put together release and if you enjoy some power metal with a little extra touch of darkness to it, this EP is the one for you.” – Cadaver Garden
“The fallen angel of Symphonic and Horror Metal returns with six dark, romantic compositions that will beautifully captivate your metallic mind and heart.” – The Headbanging Moose
“Penny Dreadful kicks off with a compelling chorus and here and there light-filled doom-goth elements, lots of speed and a good dose of catchyness for such a dark track. Malacoda proves that they are far from your standard band and know how to create a unique atmosphere. ” – Wings of Death”
“Malacoda plays an extremely interesting mix of heavy, power, gothic, black and atmospheric metal.” – Amped-Up
“beautiful EP, full of refined sounds, elegant and very atmospheric in terms of Gothic space and the symphonic and melodic arrangements that also include its Power side” – RTMB Music
“The group will satisfy fans of elegantly symphonic metal and dark colors, even if to get out of the borders of the underground would serve a wing blow, but we are satisfied and promote the Malacoda .” – Metal Eyes Iye Zine
“Malacoda aren’t just a band that excel mainly in their dark and gloomy keyboard atmospheres, as they also hit strong choruses (there are no ten minute epics here, so it’s mainly verse/chorus) in nearly every track that will actually get stuck in your head” – The Grim Tower
“Canadian gothic metallers Malacoda have further expanded their dark gothic vision by including even more literary and visual influences into their sound since their previous release.” – Don’s Metal Reviews
“dark symphonic metal with certain touches of power metal…”I Got A Letter”, maintains that mystical and dark halo, with great settings, where the bent voices acquire a greater presence, having a very catchy chorus.” – Necromance Mag
“The style of “Ritualis Aeterna” is quite unique, Malacoda have found a way to blend the styles of old school Heavy Metal mixed with some Horror tropes into the instrumentals and the use of the keys really helps to push your emotions in the direction the story is trying to make you feel. The real draw here is the vocal style of Lucas Di Mascio, the beautiful blend of haunting Power Metal vocals, almost Manson-style Industrial yells and of course the terrifying Black Metal vocals makes for a very unique experience.” – Five Magics Music
“An artistic way of expressing imaginary act. This could be a movie or a theatre act but it’s expressed as music. If you are into Type O Negative, Marylyn Manson… you may want to check them out, or if you like DARK music that touches you. – The Metal Mag
“What does this 6-track EP mean? For me, a good mix of horror, symphonic power metal, paired with dark atmosphere, originality and innovation. Really good! Add a touch of gothic romance to this mix and you’re ready for the well-seasoned midnight dinner for Helloween. ” – MetalUnderground.at
L-R – Brad Casarin (Guitar), Mike Harshaw (Drums), Lucas Di Mascio (Vocals), Cooper Seldom (Bass), Jonah Weingarten (Keyboards) – Credit: Gary Kuiper of The Laundry Design Works
Taking their name from a demon from Dante’s ‘Divine Comedy’, Malacoda’s dark gothic vision is indeed divine but no laughing matter.
As band leader Lucas, who studied Literature and Religion at University explains: ‘Malacoda was the name of a very minor character in the book, a fallen angel who flies around with a small army of demons torturing helpless souls in Hell. From a literary perspective, I found it interesting that he wasn’t merely an evil creature being tortured for his sins, but was given free reign to do what he pleases and takes it upon himself to torture other wicked souls in the spiritual prison that is Dante’s Inferno. I wanted a powerful name that fit not only the sound of the band but also the lyrical themes I touch upon. I wanted something dark, but not something that would be blatantly devilish sounding. The name translates roughly in Italian to ‘Cruel Tail’ and most people don’t see it and think “this band is named after a demon” and see it as something more romantic sounding.’
Like the ‘Inferno’ that inspired their name they forge metal without limits in sonic shapes endless and horrifying in equal measure. Malacoda’s music vision shares much in common with Dante’s, they are unafraid to gaze into the abyss, unafraid to be inspired by the myriad of human horrors within and without. They are not blind to the worlds within them waiting to be born.
Malacoda are about to follow their well-received self-titled debut with the horror-themed ‘Ritualis Aeterna’, which enters this world on December 2, 2016. Festive it most certainly isn’t, magnificent it certainly is. Full of dark atmosphere, originality and innovation, this is gothic power metal for the 21st century, intelligence and intensity to rival that of their infernal inspirations!
1. Penny Dreadful (5:34)
2. I Got A Letter (4:37)
3. Pandemonium (3:39)
4. The Wild Hunt (4:20)
5. Linger Here (2:23)
6. There Will Always Be One (3:47)
EP Length: 24:24
Album Credits:
Vocals, Guitar, Bass – Lucas Di Mascio
Guitar Solos on Penny Dreadful – Joe Waller, Jessy Oppenheimer
All other guitar solos – Brad Casarin
Drums – Mike Harshaw
Keyboards – Jonah Weingarten
All Songs written by: Lucas Di Mascio, except Linger Here written by Jonah Weingarten
Produced by: Lucas Di Mascio
Mixed by: Jon Howard (Threat Signal)
Mastered by: Jeramie Kling
Album Band Line Up:
Lucas Di Mascio – Vocals/Bass/Rhythm Guitar
Jessy Oppenheimer – Guitar Solo on Penny Dreadful
Joe Waller – Guitar Solo on Penny Dreadful
Brad Casarin – Lead Guitar
Mike Harshaw – Drums
Jonah Weingarten Keyboards
Live Band Line Up:
Lucas Di Mascio – Vocals
Brad Casarin – Guitar
Mike Harshaw – Drums
Jonah Weingarten – Keyboards
Cooper Seldon – Bass
Discography:
2016 – Ritualis Aeterna – EP
2014 – S/T – LP
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