EPK – Abandoned Souls – Blinding Darkness (single)
“Abandoned Souls are back! A song that would stand up and stand out for its heavy, precise riffs, supersized presence, and assaulting ambience, today the group is debuting their brand new single, “Blinding Darkness.”” – V13.net
Publicist – Jon Asher – asher[@]ashermediarelations[.]com
Single Title: Blinding Darkness
Release Date: October 9, 2020
Label: Fiend Records
Distribution: CD Baby
For fans of Godsmack, Alice In Chains, Alter Bridge, Shinedown, Three Days Grace
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“A kick-ass band, with only five tracks they give you the power all great bands do from the start ’till the end.” – The Metal Mag
“I loved the pace of the EP and the musical ride from pounding opening notes of “Prove It” to the last soulful note of “So through”. There’s nothing better than finding new music to like and I will definitely be checking out more of Abandoned Souls.” – Decibel Geek
“..this EP does not disappoint! Here we have five songs that strike with urgency, thoughtful lyrics, insightful messaging, and almost prophetic timeliness.” – Patchchord News
“There is no downside to a single second of Abandoned Souls ‘Make It Last‘ EP.” – Riff Relevant
“Make It Last is an album rife with replay value.” – Get Exposed Music
Single Title: Blinding Darkness
Release Date: October 9, 2020
Label: Fiend Records
Distribution: CD Baby
Single Credits:
• Performed by: Abandoned Souls
• Written by: Abandoned Souls
• Produced by: James Todd
• Mixed by: James Todd
• Mastered by: James Todd
• Cover Artwork by: Reagan Thorne
• Member of SOCAN
• Canadian Content (MAPL)
Album and Live Band Line Up:
James Todd – Vocals
Derek De Kort – Guitar
Tom Dobrentey – Drums
Reagan Thorne – Bass
L-R: Derek De Kort (Guitar) | James Todd (Vocals) | Tom Dobrentey (Drums) | Reagan Thorne (Bass)
Canada’s Abandoned Souls will be releasing their new single “Blinding Darkness” on October 9, 2020 with a video soon to follow.
With the release of “Blinding Darkness”, the band is excited to share with fans their blend of powerful and personal music inspired by life experiences. For the year 2020, it’s absolutely the right song at the right time. The lyrics for this song were written shortly after James Todd’s mother passed away, and he channeled his thoughts during that dark time into the music. He explains the meaning of the song in his own words:
“The song is about facing the reality of death or dark times and dealing with it. It’s also learning to maneuver through the darkness and finding a way to be more comfortable within that space. To realize that you need to face it head-on sometimes and learn how to live and prosper from the experience of getting through these times.”
As the cliché goes, “there is always a light at the end of the tunnel.”, Abandoned Souls shows strength and pushes through, finding that light and marching towards it. Given the current state of the world, this encouragement to overcome obstacles is pertinent as ever.
Abandoned Souls have amassed a respectable discography since 2006 including four full-length albums and an EP. As their name partly implies, they write hard-hitting aggressive music that has melody. Consistently writing tunes with heavy replay value, sharing the stage with many well-known bands, and appearing at several festivals, Abandoned Souls knows how to write classic heavy songs that will linger in the minds of listeners.
Recommended for fans of hard rock including Alter Bridge, Godsmack, Three Days Grace; “Blinding Darkness” is available on October 9, 2020.
The single can be heard HERE.
Discography:
2020 – Blinding Darkness – Single
2017 – Make It Last – EP
2016 – Fire – Single
2014 – Insightful Minds At Ease – Album
2014 – Leave It Behind – Single
2012 – Damned If You Don’t – Album
2008 – Some Never Will – Album
2006 – Circle Of Shadows – Album
Shared Stage with:
King’s X, Skid Row, Lee Aaron, Lynch Mob, Red Dragon Cartel, Thornley, Default, Harem Scarem, and hundreds of great independent bands over the years.
Tours and Festivals:
2013 – Indiefest – Sarnia, ON
2012 – 102.1 The Edge, New Music Night – Toronto, ON
2012 – Summerfest – Sudbury, ON
2012 – Summerstock – Paris, ON
2009 – Rail City Music Festival – St. Thomas, ON
2008 – Indypalooza – Port, Burwell, ON
2007 – Thirsty Souls Crop Tour – London, ON
2006 – Thirsty Souls Weekend – London, ON
2006 – Soundwave – Strathroy, ON
2006 – Downsview Park Canada Day – Toronto, ON
2006 – CMW – Toronto, ON
Music Placements:
For future release: A New Night (movie short) features, “Want and Need”
2008 :TahoeFilms- Sled Heads Vol 4 (She Rides)
Past Features:
2018 – Featured on Emidio’s Rock Den Vol. 1 compilation CD
2017 – 94.9 The Rock’s, Generation Next feature artist for July 3- 7
2015 – Metal or Hardcore Artist or Group of the Year – London Music Awards
2012 – 102.1 The Edge- Supernova Band of the Month- Aug.
2006 – Climaxxx Radio’s Ultimate Battle Champions
Endorsements: Spector Bass and Traynor
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