December | 2017 |

0 EPK – Xael – The Last Arbiter – (Test Your Metal Records) (2018)

Xael: The Last Arbiter (2018)

For fans of Septicflesh, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Wardruna, Behemoth, Black Crown Initiate, Dimmu Borgir, Orphanland

Release Date: May 18, 2018

Label: Test Your Metal Records

Distribution: Test Your Metal Records

Publicist – Jon Asher – ashermedia(@)gmail.com

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Album Title: The Last Arbiter
Release Date: May 18, 2018
Label: Test Your Metal Records

Track Listing:
1. The Last Arbiter (5:15)
2. Srai “The Demon of Erring” (6:05)
3. The Wayfarer of Tymeer (5:31)
4. Watchers of Xan (1:52)
6. Apathy of The Immortal (5:00)
6. I Am Pestilence (5:44)
7. In The Hollows of Pathos (6:13)
8. Secrets of The Third Tribe (4:48)
9. Harvesting The Elders Genome 7:33)
Album Length: 48:04

Album Credits:
• All songs performed by: Xael
• All songs written by:Xael
• Produced by: Joshua Ward
• Mixed by: Joshua Ward
• Mastered by: Joshua Ward
• Album Artwork by: Joshua Ward
Member of ASCAP

Album Band Line Up:
Nassaru (lead vocalist, guitarist, studio drummer)
Sorgiem (lead guitar)
Tuurm (lead guitar and backing vocals)
Xolotl (bass and backing vocals)
Rei (female vocals)
Firran (keys/synths).

Live Band Line Up:
Nassaru (lead vocalist and guitarist)
Sorgiem (lead guitar)
Tuurm (lead guitar and backing vocals)
Xolotl (bass and backing vocals)
Rei (female vocals)
Firran (keys/synths)
Zabrûz (Drummer).

Artist endorsements:
Los Cabos Drumsticks
Saluda Cymbals

L-R – Xolotl – Bass / Back Vocals, Tuurm – Lead Guitar / Back Vocals, Nassaru – Lead Vocalist / Guitar / Studio Drummer, Sorgiem – Lead Guitar – Photo Credit: Shannon Wells

Xael was founded by Nassaru of Rapheumets Well as well as Sorgiem “Daniel Presnell,” Tuurm “Alex Rush”, and Xolotl “Fernando Ortega and is joined by musical artist is Rei Haycraft, Firran “Joshua Morse” and Zabrûz “Chris Hathcock.” Xael combines elements of extreme metal with orchestrations and folk music to create soundscapes of the imagination.

Xael’s music focuses on the endeavors of its members in a science fantasy epic. From the wastelands of war torn planets to the pits where the fallen gods dwell, Xael paints a odd and fantastic world musically and visually.

Their debut album “The Last Arbiter” is due out May 18, 2018 via Test Your Metal Records.

Concept for first musical series:

“The Last Arbiter” Album summary:

The sky ghost, the wayfarer, the shadow of time, the exile; he is called by many names yet for the Immortal, he is cursed to traverse the cosmos aimlessly, searching for an unattainable purpose. Chained to him is a beast, a demon from antiquity who the immortal keeps as a reminder of his past.

Upon the corridors of the Tymeer capitol the immortal presents his seemingly profound doctrine called the “Compendium of Ethical Symbiosis” which outlines a harmonious way of governing and regulating the various civilizations under the ruling regime through casting down warmonger ideologies and laws which degrade the value of its species.

Though momentarily entertained, the ruling counsel of Tymeer dismisses the wisdom of the wayfarer. Passing through the city gates tired and morally degraded, the immortal along with his insidiously chained demon wanders into the wastelands of Tymeer. It is here that his journey begins

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0 Battle of The Unsigned Bands! One Band To Win A Record Deal Presented By Swimming With Sharks Entertainment – Judged By A Panel of Music Industry Professionals

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – Dec 2, 2017

Swimming With Sharks Entertainment Presents:

Battle of The Unsigned Bands! One Band To Win A Record Deal

Judged By A Panel of Music Industry Professionals

Swimming With Sharks Entertainment is pleased to announce a unique competition, a Battle of The Unsigned Bands, in which the winning artist will WIN A RECORD DEAL. The only requirement for entering the contest is to submit ONE SONG in the form of a link or video. This is a worldwide competition open to anyone and everyone from all over the world, who are not signed to a major label record company. The goal of this competition is to find talented, hard-working bands and help them take the next step in their careers and get their music to the masses.

PURPOSE:

The Battle of The Unsigned Bands Contest was created to help up-and-coming, unsigned bands gain exposure and be placed in the hands of highly experienced music industry professionals. SWS is offering great opportunities, prizes and the chance to get your music heard by judges consisting of high-profile recording artists and music industry professionals.

JUDGES:

Ahrue Luster – Producer and Guitarist for bands such as Ill Nino and Machine Head

Austin D’Amond – Drummer for bands such as Devildriver, Chimaira, and Bleed the Sky

Tommy Gibbons – Guitarist for bands such as Tantric and Flaw

Joshua Wickman – Producer for bands such as KING 810 and Within The Ruins

Jonny McBee – Producer and Vocalist for bands such as The Browning and As Blood Runs Black

Noah Robertson – Drummer for bands such as Motograter and The Browning

PRIZES:

The winning artist will receive the following:

– A ONE YEAR, Worldwide Deal with either Swimming With Sharks Records or Zombie Shark Records (depending upon the artist’s genre/style). This includes Worldwide Digital Distribution to all major outlets such as iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, Google Play, Deezer, Tidal, and many more.
– Professional Marketing, Promotion, Public Relations, and Ad Campaigns focusing on your group and/or music release.
– Guaranteed Radio Play, Magazine Features, and more.
– Dedicated Album Review Campaign including Submission to Media Sites and Review Sites.
– Feedback from high-profile recording artists and music industry professionals.
– Consulting and Artist Development from experienced music leaders.
– And much more!

GUIDELINES:

– You must be an artist, group, or band that is NOT SIGNED to a record label.
– You must have a recording (Single, EP, or LP) that is READY to be professionally distributed. This includes artwork and wav files, finished/ready to go.
– All music and genres are accepted, however your music must not contain hate speech.

STAGES:

STAGE 1: After all submissions are received an A&R team will review all submissions and decide which artists will be moving on to the next round.

STAGE 2: A list of bands will be posted online and the general public will be prompted to vote for their favorite bands.

STAGE 3: Their team of qualified judges will decide which band takes the GRAND PRIZE.

STAGE 4: The winner will be announced in January of 2018.

TO ENTER please visit www.swimmingwithsharksentertainment.com

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