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Wacken Metal Battle USA 2018 – National Final w/ Withering Earth, Eyes of The Living, Voices of Ruin
Los Angeles – May 26th @ Viper Room
One Champion To Play At Wacken Open Air 2018
Wacken Metal Battle USA Promo Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_xjt8Qp3TE
For over a decade at the world’s largest outdoor metal festival Wacken Open Air, independent metal bands from around the globe have been performing in front of thousands and competing against one another for one to be crowned champion of the world along with winning multiple prizes (prizes info).
For the second year, Wacken Metal Battle USA returned to America hosting battles in Los Angeles, San Diego, Philadelphia, Orlando and Tampa Bay. During the months of March and April over 50 bands competed in qualifying rounds with the final three now selected Withering Earth (Florida Winner), Eyes of The Living (East Coast Winner – Philly) and Voices of Ruin (California Winner). All will come together in Los Angeles on May 26th at The Viper Room for one to rule them all and be crowned USA champion and perform at the 2018 Wacken Open Air taking place from August 2nd – 4th in Wacken, Germany.
In addition to the three finalist bands performing, the national final will host special guest headliner, Los Angeles old-school metal legends Bitch.
USA National Final
Date: Saturday, May 26
Venue: Viper Room (8852 Sunset Blvd, West Holywood)
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/142549226414495/
Bands:
Withering Earth – http://witheringearth.bandcamp.com (Florida Winner)
Eyes of the Living – http://eyesoftheliving.com (East Coast Winner – Philly)
Voices of Ruin – http://www.voicesofruin.com (California Winner)
Last year’s battles saw the best from the Philadelphia and Boston areas, Corpse Hoarder, Goblet, Power Theory, and Upheaval perform in the national final. Crowned champions were Philadelphia’s Corpse Hoarder whom performed a furious set at the 2017 Wacken Open Air.
Watch live video of their Wacken set at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qy9qkb6Fmc8
WACKEN METAL BATTLE 2018
Qualifying Rounds (listed by city):
Philadelphia, PA
Round 1
Date: Friday, March 9
Venue: Bar 2300 (2300 Swanson Street)
Event Link: http://www.facebook.com/events/163957861049810/
Bands:
STEALING FAME – http://www.stealingfame.com
Assayer – http://www.assayermetal.com
Fatal Aggression – http://www.facebook.com/FatalAggression/
Andhera – http://andheraband.com – WINNER
Eyes of the Living – http://eyesoftheliving.com – WINNER
Round 2
Date: Saturday, March 17
Venue: Bar 2300 (2300 Swanson Street)
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/193560017891796/
Bands:
Lör – http://halloflor.bandcamp.com – WILDCARD WINNER
The Age Of Truth – http://www.theageoftruth.net – WINNER
Symetria – http://www.symetriamusic.com
Altar of Dagon – http://altarofdagon.com
Incest Burner – http://www.reverbnation.com/incestburner – WINNER
East Coast Final
Date: Friday, April 27
Venue: Bar 2300 (2300 Swanson Street)
Event Link: http://www.facebook.com/events/189305785014396/
Bands:
Andhera – http://andheraband.com
Eyes of the Living – http://eyesoftheliving.com – WINNER
The Age Of Truth – http://www.theageoftruth.net
Incest Burner – http://www.reverbnation.com/incestburner
Lör – http://halloflor.bandcamp.com
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Orlando, FL
Round 1
Date: Saturday, March 10
Venue: Bombshell’s Tavern (5405 Edgewater Drive)
Event Link: http://www.facebook.com/events/849369768558337/
Bands:
Kill The Sound – http://killthesoundband.com
Meka Nism – http://www.meka-nism.com – WINNER
F.I.L.T.H – http://wearefilth.com
Arakara – http://www.facebook.com/arakaraband/
Acaedia – http://www.acaedia.com
The Ocean, The Beast – https://www.facebook.com/TheoceanTheBeastFL/
Atlas – http://atlasbandfl.bandcamp.com
Round 2
Date: Friday, March 23
Venue: The Haven Lounge (6700 Aloma Avenue, Winter Park, FL)
Event Link: http://www.facebook.com/events/1667463383314265/
Bands:
A Feasting Beast – http://afeastingbeast.com
All Hell – http://www.facebook.com/allhellmusic
A Matter Of Honor – http://www.amatterofhonor.com
Varanger – http://varanger.bandcamp.com
Queen Dementia – http://www.queendementia.com/index.php
Withering Earth – http://witheringearth.bandcamp.com – WINNER
Thicket – http://thicket13.bandcamp.com
Florida Final
Date: Friday, April 13
Venue: The Haven Lounge (6700 Aloma Avenue, Winter Park, FL)
Event Link: http://www.facebook.com/events/393122734431512/
Bands:
Alpha Decay – http://www.alphadecaymusic.com
Shattered – http://www.shattered727.com
Meka Nism – http://www.meka-nism.com
Withering Earth – http://witheringearth.bandcamp.com – WINNER
Sons Of Ragnar – http://sonsofragnar.bandcamp.com
5 Star Hooker – http://5starhooker.com – WILD CARD
Varanger – http://varanger.bandcamp.com – WILD CARD
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Tampa Bay, FL
Round 1
Date: Saturday, March 3
Venue: The Brass Mug (1450 Skipper Road)
Event Link: http://www.facebook.com/events/558948151112897/
Bands:
Plagues Of Despair – https://www.facebook.com/Plagues-Of-Despair-519967741704872/
Death Inside Us – http://deathinsideus.bandcamp.com
Alpha Decay – http://www.alphadecaymusic.com – WINNER
DARK STAR COVEN – http://darkstarcoven.bandcamp.com
Alptraum – http://alptraum1.bandcamp.com/releases
Shattered – http://www.shattered727.com – WINNER
SEVENSINS – http://www.sevensinsmiami.bandcamp.com
Round 2
Date: Saturday, April 7
Venue: The Brass Mug (1450 Skipper Road)
Event Link: http://www.facebook.com/events/207119449849234/
Bands:
War of Thrones – http://www.warofthrones.com
Tower 7 – http://www.facebook.com/Tower7official/
Blood Bath & Beyond – http://www.bloodbathandbeyond.rocks
5 Star Hooker – http://5starhooker.com – WILD CARD
SISTER KILL CYCLE – http://www.reverbnation.com/sisterkillcycle
The Fallen Shall Prevail – http://www.facebook.com/thefallenshallprevail
Sons Of Ragnar – http://sonsofragnar.bandcamp.com – WINNER
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San Diego, CA
Round 1
Date: Friday, March 2
Venue: Brick By Brick (1130 Buenos Ave.)
Event Link: http://www.facebook.com/events/206913499859576/
Bands:
In The Name Of The Dead – http://www.facebook.com/InTheNameOfTheDead
Nightshadow – http://www.reverbnation.com/nightshadow – WINNER
Shred Bundy – http://shredbundy.bandcamp.com
Theosis – http://www.reverbnation.com/artist/theosis4
Warpath – http://www.reverbnation.com/warpath4
Round 2
Date: Friday, March 30
Venue: Brick By Brick (1130 Buenos Ave.)
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/213407149228025/
Bands:
Gravespell – http://gravespell.bandcamp.com
Gus McArthur – http://www.gusmcarthur.com
Monarch – http://monarchmetal.bandcamp.com – WINNER
SentineL – http://sentinelofficial.com
Temblad – http://www.temblad.com
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Los Angeles, CA
Round 1
Date: Saturday, March 24
Venue: Viper Room (8852 Sunset Blvd, West Holywood)
Event Link: http://www.facebook.com/events/187367105325968/
Bands:
Aeonic Impulse – http://www.aeonicimpulse.com
Anthea – band – http://www.antheametal.com
OBSIDIAN – http://www.youtube.com/user/ObsidianSymphony – WINNER
Event Horizon – http://www.eventhorizonmusic.com
Anti-Hero – http://www.facebook.com/Antiherothrashmetal
Round 2
Date: Saturday, April 14
Venue: Viper Room (8852 Sunset Blvd, West Holywood)
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2454079034817485/
Bands:
BOMBSCARE – http://bombscare.bandcamp.com
Railgun – http://www.railgunband.com
Ophiuchus – http://www.ophiuchusrocks.com
Voices of Ruin – http://www.voicesofruin.com – WINNER
Void Vator – http://voidvator.com – WINNER
California Final
Date: Saturday, April 28
Venue: Viper Room (8852 Sunset Blvd, West Holywood)
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2041247922822877/
Bands:
Nightshadow – http://www.reverbnation.com/nightshadow
OBSIDIAN – http://www.youtube.com/user/ObsidianSymphony
Monarch – http://monarchmetal.bandcamp.com
Voices of Ruin – http://www.voicesofruin.com – WINNER
Void Vator – http://voidvator.com
About:
Wacken Metal Battle USA is part of an international competition that sees bands from across the country battle each other for the chance of winning their spot among 29 other countries’ champions, and representing the USA in 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 28 years. The winner of Wacken Metal Battle USA will perform at the 2018 festival taking place from August 2nd – 4th.
How it works:
Participating cities will host qualifying rounds plus a city final organized by a local city concert promoter where one band will move forward to the American national final in New York City (date to be determined). The winner of the national final will move on to perform at the 29th edition of Wacken Open Air, and compete against the winners of 29 other countries in a final global battle. All bands will be judged during battle rounds by respected local music industry representatives.
Rules:
https://metalbattleusa.com/rules/
For more info on Wacken Metal Battle USA, please visit these links:
Official Website: http://www.metalbattlusa.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metalbattleusa
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/metalbattleusa
For more info on international battle, please visit: http://www.metal-battle.com
For more info on Wacken Open Air, please visit http://www.wacken.com
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0 Armstrong MetalFest Reveal More Bands For 2018 Line-Up w/ Sarah Longfield, The Kennedy Veil, XUL, Odinfist and more!
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Armstrong MetalFest Reveal More Bands For 2018 Line-Up w/ Sarah Longfield, The Kennedy Veil, XUL, Odinfist and more!
Tickets Available Now!
July 13-14 – Armstrong, BC @ Hassen Arena
Social Media Hashtag – #10YearsArmstrong
Free Download – AMF’s Mountain Moshpit Vol. 2
featuring over an hour of headbanging tunes from 2017 AMF Fest performing bands
https://armstrongmetalfest.bandcamp.com/album/armstrong-metalfest-2017-mountain-moshpit-vol-2
ARMSTRONG METALFEST is proud to reveal their next batch of bands to perform on this year’s 2018 line-up. Preparing for their milestone of a decade of metal in Canada’s Okanagan Valley, this year’s festivities are gearing up to be their biggest event to date with over 30 bands performing on July 13th and 14th at the Hassen Arena in Armstrong, BC.
Next batch of bands confirmed for Armstrong MetalFest 2018:
Social Media Hashtag – #10YearsArmstrong
DropDeadFred (Kelowna)
Gladius Sky (Vernon)
Irradiation (Kelowna)
Odinfist (Armstrong)
Sarah Longfield (Wisconsin)
The Hallowed Catharsis (Vancouver)
The Kennedy Veil (Sacramento)
Throne of the Dead (Prince George)
XUL (Vernon)
Previously announced:
Anarcheon (Vancouver)
Apprentice (Vancouver)
Archspire (Vancouver)
Apollyon (Vancouver)
ArkenFire (Kelowna)
Begrime Exemious (Edmonton)
Blackwater Burial (Vancouver)
Breaking The Silent (Edmonton)
Bring Your Own Bodies (Lethbridge)
Concrete Funeral (Calgary)
Death Machine (Kelowna)
Detherous (Calgary)
Displaced (Kelowna)
Earth’s Ashes (Red Deer)
Endless Chaos (Winnipeg)
Forsaken Rite (Edmonton)
Gatekeeper (Vancouver)
Giants Arise (Mission)
Illyrian (Calgary)
Nomad (Enderby)
Neck of The Woods (Vancouver)
Plaguebringer (Calgary)
Protosequence (Edmonton)
Tides of Kharon (Edmonton)
Torrefy (Victoria)
Trollband (Vancouver/Edmonton)
Over the last nine years the festival has hosted a long list of bands such as Revocation, Cattle Decapitation, Suffocation, Beyond Creation, Rivers of Nihil, The Zenith Passage, Anciients, Bison, Striker, Archspire, Cryptopsy, Unleash The Archers, Ninjaspy, Vesperia, Aggression among many others for British Columbia’s largest gathering of metalheads from across Western Canada and beyond.
Ticket Prices
Ticket Link: https://armstrongmetalfest.ca/tickets/
Advance Weekend passes $125 CAD, walk up rate $165 CAD.
Day Passes
Please check out the FAQ for information about special day passes and pricing at the following link: https://armstrongmetalfest.ca/about/faq/
2018 Early Entry
Want to grab your favourite camp spot and beat the rush of metal heads? Guests are welcome to arrive Thursday after 11:00 AM.
2018 Camping and Parking
All tickets include tent camping. You are welcome to sleep in your vehicle, RV or trailer. Traveling in an RV? Make sure to reserve your spot so you’re guaranteed a spot that includes water and power hookups. Reserve Online at the following link: https://armstrongmetalfest.ca/contact/rv-reservations/
For more info, please visit www.ArmstrongMetalFest.ca
About:
Taking influence from Europe’s music festival circuit, Armstrong Metal Fest is a heavy metal celebration that encourages metal heads from across Canada and the globe to mosh and camp with the backdrop of great outdoors of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley. What started as a backyard party in 2009 with nothing but eleven local metal bands such as Terrifier, Xul and Odinfist to name a few, has grown into a a huge success admired by the Western Canadian Metal scene. 2017 was the ninth year of the festival and was its largest year for music and attendance. Previous years of the festival have seen line ups with Cattle Decapitation, Suffocation, Beyond Creation, Dayglo Abortions, Rivers of Nihil, The Zenith Passage, Anciients, Bison BC, Striker, Crimson Shadows, Holy Grail, Archspire, Cryptopsy, Unleash The Archers, Divinity, Into Eternity, Ninjaspy, Vesperia, XUL, Odinfist, Death Toll Rising, Gomorrah among many others.
What the press is saying:
“In the past, metalheads had to travel to Germany to experience the rush a big festival, such as Wacken Open Air. But local headbangers decided to bring that feeling home with Armstrong Metalfest.” – Vernon Morning Star
“Go Big or Stay at Home: Armstrong has that welcoming feeling for rock show.” – The Valley Voice
“To witness such a gathering of talent is an absolute privilege, and for that fact alone, I will certainly be returning to Armstrong Metal Fest.” – Beatroute BC
“This festival is now going to be my yearly must-go-to event and if you’re a metal head that hasn’t attended, or a curious metal voyeur, do yourself a favour and check it out, you will not regret it.” – Abort Mag
“The Armstrong Metalfest is one such event and has grown from its initial, humble beginnings seven years ago to be a regular mainstay, with its south-central BC location making for a popular summertime destination for fans and bands alike.” Decibel Mag
Named one of the out-of-town music festivals worth the trip by The Vancouver Sun
“For metalheads, this is a great vacation where groups of all sizes can enjoy their favourite musical genre in a fun, energized environment. Not to mention, the camping!” The Permanent Rain Press
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0 80’s Thrashers INFRARED Announce Ottawa Show Dates w/ Flotsam And Jetsam and Black Mass
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80’s Thrashers INFRARED Announce Ottawa Show Dates w/ Flotsam And Jetsam and Black Mass
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Ottawa thrashers INFRARED announce they will be local opening support for Flotsam and Jetsam on May 30th and Black Mass on June 29th.
Show Dates:
May 30 – Arnprior, ON – The St, John Pub – info – w/ Flotsam and Jetsam
June 29 – Ottawa, ON – House of Targ – info w/ Black Mass, Mortor
The 80’s thrashers recently unleashed their new single “All In Favour” in support of their upcoming album “Saviours” due out May 25th.
Vocalist / guitarist Armin Kamal comments:
“Anyone who likes a more classic thrash sound, and longs for those days, just like we do, will dig this album. Since we are from that era, we are not trying to bring back that style of music, we are simply continuing what we know and do best! The Big Four will stand out as we have been described as a band with a bay area sound…But our influences are truly rooted in 70s and early 80s metal. Accept, Scorpions, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, and Judas Priest are all bands that laid the foundation and the love of metal for us!”
Listen to “All In Favour”
Making an impact on the Canadian’s 80s thrash scene, Ottawa legends INFRARED have returned to cement and carry on their own legacy, with their new album “Saviours”featuring all new music to follow their EP “No Peace”, which featured tracks all written in the 80’s and only recently heard by fans in 2016. “Saviours” features eight tracks that are thrashy, aggressive, melodic, heavy, and tight.
“Saviours” is available for pre-order on iTunes here.
Track Listing:
1. Project Karma (6:48)
2. The Demagogue (6:52)
3. Saviour (6:04)
4. The Fallen (6:33)
5. All In Favour (5:51)
6. They Kill For Gods (7:41)
7. Father of Lies (5:55)
8. Genocide Convention (5:33)
Album Length: 51:20
Band Line Up:
– Armin Kamal (Vocals and Guitars)
– Kirk Gidley (Guitars, Backing Vocals)
– Alain Groulx (Drums, Backing Vocals)
– Mike Forbes (Bass, Backing Vocals)
http://infraredmetal.ca
https://www.facebook.com/infraredmetal
https://twitter.com/infraredmetal
https://infraredmetal.bandcamp.com
EPK – https://wp.me/pciNW-bQY
(Bio written by Steve Earles)
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“Straight up thrash metal with the heavy and fast riffs, pounding drums, and the thumping of the bass.” – Sleaze Roxx
“After sitting down and listening to Infrared’s ‘No Peace’ over a period of days, it’s safe to say that this is a solid thrash metal album that will easily please genre purists. It’s an aggressive offering, but it doesn’t take too many risks, nor does it have to. This band is extremely talented and this album is well worth your money.” – Metal At The Gates
“At times reminiscent of old school Metallica, sometimes Megadeth, sometimes something else entirely. In short, if you dig 80’s metal you should really give this album a listen. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. I’m already looking forward to the next.” – Skull Banger
“No Peace grabs you by the balls from the first power chords of Inframental and doesn’t let up until the final note of In Search Of.” – Korea Guitar
“Overall, classic sounding, old school thrash metal from an era when thrash was still evolving, this album (No Peace) is a cracking introduction to the mid eighties thrash metal sound.” – Metal Gods TV
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0 Rockshots Records Signs Swiss Black Metal Duo MAJESTY OF SILENCE; New Album “Zu Dunkel Fur Das Licht” Out May 25th
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Rockshots Records Signs Swiss Black Metal Duo MAJESTY OF SILENCE
New Album “Zu Dunkel Fur Das Licht” Out May 25th
Extreme Metal Music / Rockshots Records announce the signing of Swiss black metal duo Majesty of Silencefor the worldwide release of the band’s fourth album “Zu Dunkel Für Das Licht”. Coined as extreme and intriguing, yet evil and majestic, the album contains 14 tracks of atmospheric black metal that has been two years in the making.
Get a taste with the band’s album teaser – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Irz3LJdoo1Q
With lyrical themes encompassing everyday problems, an ongoing lack of humanity, and the control that wrath has over a person, the band works collaboratively to write music that truly resonates with listeners. “Zu Dunkel Für Das Licht” pays homage to traditional black metal with melodic elements.
“Zu Dunkel Für Das Licht” is set to be released worldwide on May 25th via Extreme Metal Music / Rockshots Records and is now available for pre-order on Rockshots Records online store here.
Track Listing:
1. Der Untergang (6:10)
2. Das Feuer (4:46)
3. Der Zahn der Zeit (5:17)
4. Unerwarteter Besuch (7:02)
5. Endstille4:54
6. Dem Engel noch zuhören (6:15)
7. Klangfeind – Neuzeithasser (7:09)
8. Traurige Geschicht’ (5:30)
9. Rudi (5:10)
10. Sonne (5:58)
11. Weisse Welt (5:40)
12. Zweiundzwanzig (5:07)
13. Erlösung (6:01)
14. Stille (0:53)
Album Length: 1:18:12
For more info:
http://www.Rockshots.eu
http://www.majestyofsilence.ch
https://www.facebook.com/Mosmetalband
EPK – https://wp.me/pciNW-bXL
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0 EPK – Majesty of Silence – Zu Dunkel Für Das Licht (Rockshots Records) (2018)
Majesty of Silence – Zu Dunkel Für Das Licht (Rockshots Records) (2018)
Release Date: May 25, 2018
Label: Rockshots Records / Extreme Metal Music
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Label: Rockshots Records / Extreme Metal MusicTrack Listing:
1. Der Untergang (6:10)
2. Das Feuer (4:46)
3. Der Zahn der Zeit (5:17)
4. Unerwarteter Besuch (7:02)
5. Endstille4:54
6. Dem Engel noch zuhören (6:15)
7. Klangfeind – Neuzeithasser (7:09)
8. Traurige Geschicht’ (5:30)
9. Rudi (5:10)
10. Sonne (5:58)
11. Weisse Welt (5:40)
12. Zweiundzwanzig (5:07)
13. Erlösung (6:01)
14. Stille (0:53)
Album Length: 1:18:12
LONG BIOGRAPHY
Switzerland’s Majesty of Silence was founded in the spring of 1996 by Peter Papadimitriya (drums), Peter Mahler (guitar) and Christian Geissmann (first bass, then guitar) who shared a passion for black metal. In regards to their decision of the name, the band quotes “the contrast between our sound and silence gave the impulse to the name. It had something mystical, sublime, and magical to it.”
Citing a wide variety of influences including Dimmu Borgir, Immortal and Sonata Arctica the band affirms “Silence differs from absent noise and that it’s obvious that this is no mass music.” With lyrical themes encompassing everyday problems, an ongoing lack of humanity, and the control that wrath has over a person, the band works collaboratively to write music that truly resonates with listeners.
In 1999 by the first album “Darkness Has No End” was released. The ongoing contrast between their sound and silence gave the inspiration to the band’s name. It was well received, and soon after new songs were written that dwarfed the album. This culminated in the release of a succession album in 2003 titled “But There’s a Light” which brought out the band’s musical versatility. With only three members, the band performed live in various venues and continuously received good responses.
After appearing on various compilations Majesty of Silence began working on the new album entitled “Lichtsille”. It saw the light of day in early 2006 after the band enlisted Simon Huber (keyboards) to finalize the line-up. After four successful years of playing live the departure of keyboarder Simon Huber and drummer Peter Papadimitriya sent Majesty of Silence into hiatus between 2010 and 2016.
Since 2016, Peter Mahler and Christian Geissmann continue the band as a two man project. In spring 2018 the long-awaited follow-up album “Zu Dunkel Für das Licht” will be released on Extreme Metal Music / Rockshots Records on May 25th.
SHORT BIOGRAPHY
Switzerland’s Majesty of Silence was founded in the spring of 1996 by Peter Papadimitriya (drums), Peter Mahler (guitar) and Christian Geissmann (first bass, then guitar) who shared a passion for black metal. Citing a wide variety of influences including Dimmu Borgir, Immortal and Sonata Arctica the band affirms “Silence differs from absent noise and that it’s obvious that this is no mass music.”
With lyrical themes encompassing everyday problems, an ongoing lack of humanity, and the control that wrath has over a person, the band works collaboratively to write music that truly resonates with listeners. After releasing three albums, “Darkness Has No End”(1999), “But There’s a Light”(2003) and “Lichtsille”(2006) and going on to play many well-received shows the band went on hiatus in 2010. Revived in 2016 Peter Mahler and Christian Geissmann continue the band as a two man project.
0 Heavy New York – Dying Awkward Angel – Absence of Light
This is defiantly the perfect record for everyone to pregame to while we wait for the next At the Gates record. While each song does have similarities, it is not repetitive by any means. Anyone who loves the classic sound of Gothenburg Death metal will appreciate this.
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