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0 Streaming Now! KING OV WYRMS Sends Out Tendrils Of Black Metal Worldwide With Album “The Womb Ov Borealis”

October 5, 2023
by Asher
· King Ov Wyrms · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 5, 2023

Streaming Now! KING OV WYRMS Sends Out Tendrils Of Black Metal Worldwide With Album “The Womb Ov Borealis”

L-R – Michael Oneirous Sanchez – Vocals, Guitars, Bass (Studio) – Ricky Williams – Drums

Arizona, USA’s King Ov Wyrms is beyond excited to finally release their album “The Womb Ov Borealis” and over the last several months have almost been chomping at the bit to keep their work contained for “the big reveal”. This album has been in production for almost three years starting just with Oneirous conjuring the material and then going through an almost complete overhaul with the inclusion of Ricky Williams into the mix and the very gracious session work performances by Derrek Page. It was a key point for this album to almost break away and push the trio into a new path of enlightenment. Oneirous comments on the release of “Womb Ov Borealis”:

“This album is almost like the first “real” King album, “Lord Of Thornes” was really just me finding an outlet to worship the metal I grew up with which led to a lot of people wanting the songs to be more “original”. Ultimately this is the culmination of that drive to fill that want, this is the first “real” King album delivering a new approach to how we present ourselves and our music. This album will definitely open us up to a whole new fan base and I feel our original fans will be even more happy to hear what we have developed over the years and what they will surely see more of in the future.”

On “Womb Ov Borealis” the tracks flowed in naturally for the most part. Oneirious had the songs started since the release of “Lord Ov Thornes” with the intent to not make another “tribute” album and try to do something more original. Once Ricky was added into the mix the songs took on a new life of their own and really solidified the idea of making a new original album and lineup for King Ov Wyrms. At the moment the band is already considering the writing process of album No. 3 and as long as there is a want for more we will gladly continue.

King Ov Wyrms originally started out as a more aggressive project for Michael Oneirous Sanchez from his main progressive metal band Pain Patterns. The new album is recommended for fans of Morbid Angel, Dark Funeral, and Goatwhore.

Listen to “The Womb Ov Borealis” via its full stream premiere on MetalInsider HERE.

King Ov Wyrms’ sophomore album “The Womb Ov Borealis” is due out on Friday, October 6, 2023, and is available for pre-order at https://kingovwyrms.bandcamp.com.

Music Video – “In Aeons We Spoke” – https://youtu.be/dZQ36xGDi-k

Track Listing:
1. In Aeons We Spoke – 08:21
2. Grave Ov Birth – 04:08
3. Sulphur – 06:56
4. Desolation Fog – 08:32
5. To March From Darkness – 06:01
6. Illusory Veil – 08:52
7. Sightless Vision – 05:30
8. What Time Has Wrought – 13:43
Album Length: 1:02:20

King Ov Wyrms – The Womb Ov Borealis – Recording Line Up:
Michael Oneirous Sanchez – Vocals, Guitars, Bass (Studio)
Ricky Williams – Drums
Derrek Page – Session Bassist on tracks 3. 4, and 5

For more info: Facebook.com/KingOvWyrms | Instagram.com/oneirous_oss | Spotify

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“Lyrically, the song (To March From Darkness) narrates a hellish war on heaven, with a satanic horde bent on bringing fire and slaughter to the angelic host. Not surprisingly, there’s abundant fire and fury in the music as well. As the drums hammer the listener’s head the riffing blares and blazes in livid pulsating tones, and roils and drills in displays of cruel violence, while the vocals utter the enraged words in monstrous guttural tones and strangled snarls and screams, and wild quivering leads channel derangement. The music also brings in filaments of eerie melody that add a supernatural atmosphere, jolting body-blows, electrifying drum progressions, and a guitar solo that’s maniacally spectacular but also transforms into an expression of agony. Moreover, all the song’s changing motifs have the capacity to get stuck in the head.” – No Clean Singing

“an interesting evolution in their sound. Fans of experimental black metal should definitely give it a listen.” – Amplified Magazin

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0 Rockshots Records – Singapore’s NOPROPHECY Introduce “Ghost Of Yesterday” Off Debut Album “As The Bridge Collapses” Out Nov 2023

October 5, 2023
by Asher
· Music News · NOPROPHECY (Rockshots Records)

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Montreal, QC – October 5, 2023

Rockshots Records – Singapore’s NOPROPHECY Introduce “Ghost Of Yesterday” Off Debut Album “As The Bridge Collapses” Out Nov 2023

Established in 2013 by Alveria Sykes, Singapore’s NOPROPHECY has emerged as a formidable force in modern metal. The band’s inception was fueled by a collective passion for music and a desire to unite their musical abilities in a band setting. Each member looked up to revered musicians, aspiring to bring their own unique touch to the musical landscape.

During its formative years, NOPROPHECY saw a rotation of musicians, but by the release of “After Life Comes EP” in 2016, the band had solidified its lineup, setting the stage for what would become a promising musical journey.

Describing their sound in five words – Aggressive, Melodic, Intense, Groove, and Dynamic – NOPROPHECY has consistently pushed boundaries, showcasing their signature blend of fierce intensity and melodic artistry.

In anticipation of their upcoming album, “As The Bridge Collapses”, set to be released on November 24th, 2023 via Rockshots Records, NOPROPHECY is gearing up to launch a new single titled “Ghost Of Yesterday.” The band offers a glimpse into this track.

“Ghost of Yesterday” embraces an unorthodox intro leading into a catchy, pop-infused chorus, presenting a commercial appeal designed for easy sing-alongs. The track maintains a steady pace, contributing to the album’s overall momentum. While it holds its unique meaning, “Ghost of Yesterday” encourages diverse interpretations.”

NOPROPHECY anticipates that its upcoming album will captivate fans with its versatility. Promising a multifaceted experience, the album will delve into the band’s signature melodic style while exploring various stylistic shifts across metal genres. The band believes this approach will provide listeners with a dynamic and engaging musical journey, enabling them to connect with each track on a personal level.

As the band prepares for the album’s release and the unveiling of “Ghost Of Yesterday”, NOPROPHECY invites fans and metal enthusiasts alike to join them on this exciting and diverse musical venture. With their dedication to delivering a powerful live experience, NOPROPHECY incorporates backing tracks during performances to elevate the audience’s engagement. Sykes, now the full-time vocalist, further enriches their live shows through enhanced interaction and increased crowd participation.

For Fans Of: Avenged Sevenfold, Bullet For My Valentine, As I Lay Dying

VIDEO – https://youtu.be/pJd2H3vO3iQ
LISTEN – https://spotify.link/1iFzey4jCDb

ALBUM PRE-ORDER – http://bit.ly/NoProphecyCD

Track Listing:
1. Convelescent 0:38
2. As The Bridge Collapses 3:05
3. Ghost Of Yesterday 4:28
4. Sorrows 4:03
5. Burn It Down 3:33
6. Broken 3:31
7. Set Me Free 4:15
8. Voices 3:39
9. Higanbana 3:29
Album Length: 29:21

For more info:
https://www.rockshots.eu
https://www.facebook.com/noprophecySG
https://www.instagram.com/NOPROPHECYSG
https://twitter.com/NOPROPHECYSG

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0 Cabrakaän’s Mexican Infused Metal Burns Bright With “Fuego” Off New Album “Aztlán” Out Nov 2023

October 5, 2023
by Asher
· Cabrakaan · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 3, 2023

Cabrakaän’s Mexican Infused Metal Burns Bright With “Fuego”

New Album “Aztlán” Out November 17th, 2023

Photo Credit – Angela Ambrose – Lunar Ring Sound & Graphics Inc.

Originally hailing from Mexico, metallers Cabrakaän now call Calgary, Canada home. In their signature sound, they take folklore from their homeland and wrap it up into a heavy and intriguing package that will catch the ears of metalheads everywhere. This year they are releasing an album “Aztlán”, a thematic album centered on the Spanish conquest – colonization and the defeat of Mexico’s Aztec empire, Tenochtitlán. The second single off this album is “Fuego”, a story about premonitions and nightmares that were experienced by Aztec people about the Spanish conquest. The band explains more:

“It is based on the “First Bad Omen” of 7 that happened in the decade before the Spaniards’ arrival in 1521. In this omen, there was a fire that burned in the sky every night for a year, shaped in a way that made the sky look like it was bleeding. Musically, it is hard-hitting, melancholic, dark, and energetic all at once.”

In a fusion of fast-paced melodies, enchanting harmonies, and heavy-hitting rhythms, “Fuego” (The Fire) is based on the recorded history of seven bad omens that Aztecs believed were warning them about the future conquest.

Marko Cipäktli and Pat Cuikani developed Cabrakaän’s initial concept to create music that reflected and reinforced their cultural roots. Over time, they developed a sound based on their shared musical interests: death metal, classical music and opera, and traditional Mexican music, with a strong desire to express and share their country’s folklore through heavy music. In the past, Cipäktli and Cuikani’s lyrics have engaged with Aztec and Mayan mythology. Lyrics from their upcoming album will engage with a mix of themes related to the Spanish conquest and mythological concepts like Mictlan, an Aztec concept of the underworld. “Aztlán” is recommended for fans of Eluveitie, Nightwish, and Amon Amarth.

Watch the music video for “Fuego” at https://youtu.be/5l0SfGbWP2I

Spotify – https://tinyurl.com/2ztfdrsp

“Aztlán” is due out on November 17, 2023, and available for pre-order at https://cabrakaan.bandcamp.com/album/aztl-n

Metal Documentary – Journey to Aztlán: Heavy Metal, Folklore, and Cultural Identity – https://youtu.be/K-qC2oY5xwU

Music Video – “Mictlán” at https://youtu.be/mPLYXJBGXGI

Track Listing:
1. Tonantzin – 3:50
2. Fuego – 5:28
3. Tlaloc – 4:01
4. Luces y Sombras – 3:51
5. Malintzin – 5:16
6. Mictlán – 4:25
7. Yolot – 5:16
8. Xóchitl – 2:42
9. La Cigarra (featuring Reed Alton) – 5:31
10. Mictlán (English Version) – 4:25
11. Fuego (English Version) – 5:28
Album Length: 50:13

Album Credits:
– Produced by Marko Cipäktli and Cody Anstey
– All songs mixed by Cody Anstey at Clarity Recording & Mixing (Osyron, Ravenous E.H., Wu-Tang Clan)
– All songs mastered by Mika Jussila at Finnvox Studios (Nightwish, Children of Bodom, Amorphis)
– All lyrics by Pat Cuikani & Marko Cipäktli

Album Band Line-up:
Pat Cuikani, Vocals
Marko Cipäktli, Drums & Rough Vocals
Alex Navarro, Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar
David Saldarriaga Tobón – Bass, Classical Guitar

Live Band Line-up:
Pat Cuikani, Vocals
Marko Cipäktli, Drums & Rough Vocals
Alex Navarro, Lead Guitar
Brendan Wilkinson, Rhythm Guitar
David Saldarriaga Tobón – Bass, Classical Guitar

For more info: Cabrakaan.com | Instagram.com/cabrakaan_band | Facebook.com/CABRAKAAN

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“In the world of metal music, where genres often blend and boundaries are pushed, there emerges a band that beautifully merges traditional folk elements with the raw power of heavy metal. Enter Cabrakaän, a Mexican folk metal band on a mission to reconnect with their ancestral roots and preserve the rich cultural heritage of Mexico.” – Infrared Magazine

“CABRAKAÄN has released an amazing, fun, well-written album with influences from various folk styles aligned with Death Metal. It’s definitely one of the best releases of the year in the style and the band deserves all the attention they are getting from the media and the public. 10/10” – Metal Temple (review 2019 – Cem Anahuac My Home)

“While the band may celebrate cultures that are unknown to most Canadian metal fans, Cipäktli says live performances by Cabrakaan are an immersive experience. The band, who wear face paint and costumes to conjure up the “time of the Aztecs,” like to give audiences both a visual and sonic feast.”

-Calgary Herald: “Symphonic Metal Band Cabrakaän Brings Spirit Of Ancient Mexico To Calgary”

“The use of traditional, lesser-known instruments that rarely leave Central/South America jamming along with metal instruments – in a way that would make Ozzy Osbourne in his prime proud – is the last thing Calgary expected to experience, and yet Cabrakaän is here.”

– Calgary Journal: “Cabrakaän, Calgary’s friendly neighbourhood Mexican folk metal fusion band”

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0 LOUD AS HELL Festival Announce Bands Submissions For 2024 Lineup – Camping & Extreme Music In Alberta’s Badlands – Drumheller, AB

October 2, 2023
by Asher
· Loud As Hell Festival · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 2, 2023

LOUD AS HELL Festival Announce Bands Submissions For 2024 Lineup

– Camping & Extreme Music In Alberta’s Badlands – Drumheller, AB

LAH 2023 lineup Spotify playlist – https://spoti.fi/3LjJ461

Canadian extreme music festival LOUD AS HELL announces it will be accepting band submissions for their 2024 lineup being held from August 2nd to 4th at the Dinosaur Downs Stampede Grounds in Drumheller, AB.

Roaring into the Alberta badlands where the Dinosaurs once roamed, the annual gathering of metalheads from across Canada and beyond will be celebrating its 12th year of decibel-breaking music.

Since its inception in 2012, LOUD AS HELL has exposed hundreds of Canadian and international bands annually with the exception of 2020 due to the Covid pandemic. their 2023 edition was host to the most stacked lineup to date featuring JUNGLE ROT, NARCOTIC WASTELAND, INCITE, NECRONOMICON, THE CONVALESCENCE, and lots more. Previous years have witnessed well-known bands such as Into Eternity, Goatwhore, Battlecross, Fit for An Autopsy, Anciients, Archspire, Unleash The Archers, Striker, KEN mode, Obey The Brave, Protest the Hero, AngelMaker, Divinity, Neck of The Woods, Endast among many more.

Video – Jungle Rot – A Call To Arms – Live at Loud As Hell 2023 – https://youtu.be/b5GCaJ–lZo

Video – Jungle Rot – Stay Dead – Live at Loud As Hell 2023 – https://youtu.be/_b62YzpxcLc

Bands interested in performing at LAH XII can submit their application at https://www.loudashell.ca/bands

Submissions end October 31st.

Volunteers Wanted For 2024:
Volunteers are wanted for production and security. For full details email at loudashellfestival[@]gmail[.]com

More info:
LoudAsHell.ca
Facebook.com/LoudAsHellFestival
Twitter: @LoudAsHellFest
Instagram: @LoudAsHellFestival
Social Media Hashtag #LAHX
Video – Into Eternity @ Loud As Hell 2021: https://youtu.be/xGSV8eZ-IN0
Video – Iron Kingdom @ Loud As Hell 2021: https://youtu.be/gLE7poCVgFE

Festival Press Materials – Posters, Band Links, EPKs, Photos – HERE.

About:

LOUD AS HELL has hosted hundreds of Canadian and international bands annually since 2012 with the exception of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. During its decade of showcasing Canadian and international bands, the festival has grown into a pilgrimage for metalheads from across the country.

LOUD AS HELL 2024 will be celebrating its twelfth festival event presented by Loud As Hell Productions, Jurassic Ink Custom Tattoo, Prairie Fire Events, and Asher Media Relations. LAH always works its hardest to deliver the best lineup in the West ready to melt your face off. Featuring bands from across Canada and beyond, you won’t want to miss any of it. And don’t forget about their freak shows, burlesque dancers, clinics, vendors, and dinosaurs!

LAH Partners:
Town of Drumheller
WCMFA – Western Canadian Metal Festival Alliance
Asher Media Relations
Bravewords
Metal-Rules
Absolute Underground Mag
Ghost Cult Magazine
Valley Brewing
Canalta Hotels
Neighbors’ Corner Pub
Prairie Fire Productions Ltd
Jerry’s Liquor Store
Trash Talk with Nate Trash
Slimbztv
MetalHeads United
Heavy Metal A Way Of Life

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What the press is saying:

“Located an hour and a half east of Calgary is the town of Drumheller, Alberta. With a population in the neighborhood of 8000 and existing smack dab in the middle of Canada’s desert and dinosaur country, it’s not a place one would immediately associate with any sort of metal scene, let alone a big-ass outdoor metal fest. But that’s where you’d be wrong. Going into its 11th year, the Loud as Hell Festival is set to roll on August 4-6th with the likes of Narcotic Wasteland, Jungle Rot and Incite headlining three days of metallic fun featuring 40 or so bands, including The Convalesence, Gorgatron, Necronomicon, Untimely Demise, Eyes of Perdition and more.” – Decibel Magazine

“Western Canada’s loudest heavy metal festival brings fans to town more known for dinos than drum solos.” – CBC Calgary

“What’s more metal than the badlands? Drumheller, AB, is known for being the dinosaur capital of the world — but it’s also the home of the Loud as Hell festival, an event celebrating none other than the loudest music known to man (and, by proxy, prehistoric reptile).” – Exclaim!

“Loud as Hell – one of Canada’s top underground metal festivals – was a metal family reunion. If you walked around the grounds, where tents covered the landscape like flowers, you would experience concert goers laughing, hugging and just enjoying the moment. The music played non-stop and the people were some of the best you’ll meet. What else do you need? If you’re a metalhead fan, mark it down for next year because this is a concert you don’t want to miss.” – Blackfalds Life

“Headbanger alert: Loud As Hell festival to ramp up the volume” – Calgary Herald

“Nevermind the bug spray and sun tan lotion, as August approaches Drumheller residents should stock up on earplugs.” – Calgary Herald

“Loud As Hell returns to the southern Alberta city for its seventh year and as its name implies, will rock the city to its core.” – Calgary Herald

“Loud as Hell has celebrated eight years in the Badlands to date, with acts from all over the world-shattering the peace and quiet of the hills in a camping and music extravaganza.” – Hanna Herald

“Drumheller with its dinosaur bones is the site of the annual Loud as Hell heavy metal festival Friday through Sunday. Dozens of the heaviest bands known to Man will be taking the stage, many of them Canadian” – Gig City
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0 Rockshots Records – Italy’s LAST IN TIME Show You “The Way To Rock” Off New Album “Too Late” Out Jan 2024

October 2, 2023
by Asher
· Last In Time (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 2, 2023

Rockshots Records – Italy’s LAST IN TIME Show You “The Way To Rock” Off New Album “Too Late” Out Jan 2024

Italy’s Last In Time announces its collaboration with Rockshots Records for the release of its debut album, “Too Late”.

Last In Time represents a fresh foray into melodic progressive and classic rock with strong AOR influences to create a one-of-a-kind and captivating musical experience.

“Finally, the long-awaited moment has arrived! We couldn’t be happier to present our debut album ‘Too Late’ to the world, in collaboration with Rockshots Records, of which we are genuinely proud to be a part” affirms Massimo Marchetti, the mastermind behind Last In Time.

“From the very first listen, it’s evident that this band aims to present itself with a level of maturity and confidence in its sound. We will do everything possible to earn the respect of fans with this record and our upcoming live performances. This album is a personal challenge, primarily to ourselves, and secondly to the conventions of music classification.” he adds.

The album “Too Late” is a journey, bringing together various musical influences. It’s a rock album that smoothly combines the melodious elements of AOR inspired by bands like Toto, Survivor, and Giant, the power of hard rock and metal, and a nod to 90s progressive rock.

Today the band shares their debut single, “The Way To Rock”, which Massimo Marchetti, explains in further detail:

“In the lyrics of this song, I basically tell the story of what drove me to play music and what emotions led me on my musical journey. When I was a guitar teacher, I was struck by an image. My students who were preparing for a concert had incredible enthusiasm. They reminded me of what inspired me to play and what music meant to me. They unknowingly inspired me to write this song.

Listen to “The Way To Rock” at the following links:

Lyric Video – https://youtu.be/1Ih6U0nXGs4

Digital – https://bfan.link/the-way-to-rock

Last in Time is a project that was formed in 2021 as a studio band, with the goal of recording original songs in the Progressive and Classic Rock/AOR genre. Leading the project is Massimo Marchetti, the songwriter, producer, and arranger of the group’s songs.

The project has a diverse lineup, as it was managed as an All-star band, in order to ensure that each song had the right artistic touch. In fact, the ability to have multiple voices, including a female voice, greatly expanded the compositional proposal of the songs, allowing for a range of genres and nuances.

However, the group’s sound, while diverse, remains anchored to a common thread, which is a passion for Classic Rock in its various forms.

The presence of experienced and motivated musicians made the album recording process a wonderful journey, which will continue with live sessions and the start of a true project focused on recording more albums in the future.

Recommended for fans of Toto, Whitesnake, Deep Purple, Symphony X, Trans Siberian Orchestra, and Savatage, Last In Time‘s debut album “Too Late” will be released on January 12, 2024.

CD Pre Order – https://bit.ly/HumanDeedsCD

Track Listing:
1. The Way To Rock
2. How Long?
3. Road To Redemption
4. Believer In Love
5. Moonlight Dreamers
6. The Animal
7. Too Late
8. Mr.Fantastic
9. Winter In May

Album Credits:
– All songs and lyrics are written, arranged and produced by Massimo Marchetti
– Mixed by Mike Suzzi.
– Drums recorded at Pri Studio.
– Vocals and Guitars recorded by Massimo Marchetti with Execptions of:
– Acoustic Guitars, recorded by Mike Suzzi;
– Vocals on “The Way”, “How Long” & “Believer”, recorded by Mike Suzzi;
– Vocals on “The Animal”, Mr. Fantastic”, recorded by Andrea Lo Verde @ALV STUDIO;
– Vocals on “Winter in May “, recorded by Michele Luppi.
– Mastered by Giovanni Versari – La Maestà Mastering
– Cover Artist: Aberto Zimino

Last In Time are:
Massimo Marchetti: Guitars and Choirs (All)
Igor Piattesi: Vox and Choirs (1,2,4,6,7,8,9)
Caterina Minguzzi: Vox and Choirs (1,2,4,5)
Mirko Marchetti: Vox and Choirs (Song Nr. 9)
Luca Nicolasi: Bass Guitar (All)
Giacomo Calabria: Drums (All)
Alessio Mosconi: Keyboards (1,2,4,5)
Emanuele Lo Verde: Keyboards (6,7,9)
Andrea Lo Verde: Keyboards (8)
Special guest, Samuele Benini: Piano solo (5)

More info: Rockshots.eu | Facebook.com/lastintime | Instagram.com/lastintimeproject

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