NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – February 13, 2025
Join MAD PARISH On A Retro Space Odyssey w/ New Music Video “An Age To Quell”
New Concept Album “The Dust Of Forever” + Comic Book Out Now!
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Montreal, Canada’s heavy metal powerhouse Mad Parish presents their new music video for “An Age To Quell”. This latest offering is from their recently released progressive metal concept album “The Dust Of Forever” that continues to showcase the band’s musical prowess and storytelling abilities. The band comments on the musical side of the track:
“A little more on the Power Metal side of things, this is an uptempo tune with a galloping intro, double bass drum verses, and a catchy pop-style vocal melody in the chorus. The guitar riffs are very well crafted (the opening riff is about as catchy as a riff could be). Probably the most ‘Pop’ style song on the album, one of our favorites.”
Representing another crucial chapter in the album’s narrative, “An Age To Quell” further immerses listeners in the epic tale of immortality and universal peril. The track exemplifies Mad Parish‘s signature blend of NWOBHM-inspired riffs, progressive structures, and arena-ready choruses.
The track shows how Mad Parish is constantly pushing their sound to new heights and is a perfect representation of how they’ve expanded their musical palette for this album, while still staying true to their heavy metal roots. The single is recommended for fans of Camel, Rush, and Rainbow.
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Watch and listen to the music video for “An Age To Quell” via its premiere on MetalAddicts HERE.
Behind The Scenes Video – https://youtu.be/6-8RHzlhIJg
“The Dust Of Forever” was released on January 31, 2025, and is available digitally plus on CD and Vinyl along with a limited edition Comic Book “The Experience Hunter Chronicles” via their Bandcamp at https://madparish1.bandcamp.com/album/the-dust-of-forever
Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4jBAs9v
Music Video – Bishop’s Tomb – https://youtu.be/zrpXosWhnuU
Music Video – Loched – https://youtu.be/IHS5qxAp3-s
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Track Listing:
1. Prophecy – 1:30
2. Defecther – 4:32
3. Possess The Child – 4:45
4. Outerest In Irisius – 1:34
5. Ouen Formation – 6:35
6. Hunted – 1:51
7. Astra T.R.A.Z (Tower Reformatory Asteroid Zone) – 4:42
8. Transmission #1 Dream On – 1:40
9. Resistius – 6:44
10. Aeternal – 1:44
11. An Age To Quell – 4:05
12. Transmission #2 – Will Of God – 2:04
13. Loched – 3:24
14. Cathedron Wakes – 5:37
15. Book of Rites – 1:06
16. Bishop’s Tomb – 3:32
17. Transmission #3 – Baz Raa Luum – 1:46
18. The Experience Hunter – 5:04
19. Trajectory: Tantus – 2:02
20. The Dust Of Forever – 5:11
21. Hail To The Hunter – 1:01
Album Length: 1:10:40
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Comic Book Credits:
Story – Josh McConnell
Artwork – Niall Skinner
Editing – Rahl Stafford
Design – Maximus Rex
More Info: Madparishmetal.com | Facebook.com/madparishmetal | Instagram.com/madparishmetal
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“where some bands call the lyrics the story and leave it at that, not Mad Parish. They’ve actually made a full comic book as well to go along with the record” – Decibel Magazine
“We all know the prog metal genre is still overflooded by bands from all parts of the world. I stopped trying to keep updated in the genre many years ago, but sometimes there are bands that impress on me – or at least bring something different to most other bands in the genre. Montreal (Canada) band Mad Parish is a band I’d like to bring to your attention. They have a sound that comes closer to the end of the 80’s and early 90’s, which I like a lot. And the lead vocalist Josh McConnell has a very interesting voice, a bit like an early Ozzy Osbourne. Futhermore, they are not as progressive as your ’average’ prog metal act, and some songs can be described as ’hard rock with hints of prog’ – where others are true prog metal songs… well worth checking out, as this album offers something a little different to many bands.” – Melodic.net
““The Dust of Forever” is filled with material that will grab you right away but your appreciation will continue to grow with each additional spin. As I sit here writing this review and listening to the title track unfold (which btw is the last “song”), I’m already looking forward to hitting that repeat button to start this metal opera again. While I admit there is no one track that stands out, I’m realizing that the whole record stands out and works best when listened to from start to finish. This record may have taken many years to complete but it is worth it. 2025 is starting off with a bang and “The Dust of Forever” is a great way to usher in the new year.” – Wormwood Chronicles
“Progressive with classic riffs and a voice reminiscent of Ozzy. Overall, an interesting record that takes some getting used to ( because of the many interludes, but should not be underestimated. I find 8 out of 10 Hellfire points Canadians are allowed to attach themselves to their album.” – Hellfire Magazin
“For the Mad Parish comic, I must say that this booklet has certainly scored a more than enough score; the story, a fanciful epic with an entertaining mix of sci-fi and religious ingredients is a great pleasure, and the drawings may be somewhat “-easy” modern, but still of such quality, that really makes it worth taking a seat.” – Rock Portaal
“Josh McConnell’s vocals are a ray of hope because the singer exudes a lot of charisma and partly reminds me of a young Ozzy Osbourne… fine compositions such as ‘Ouen Formation’, which does it quite convincingly, to combine the prog page of IRON MAIDEN with GENESIS in the early Collins phase and even give you a good catchy tune.” – PowerMetal.de
“A traditional and original album at the same time, whose intensive listening and acquisition should be added to the list of your good resolutions for the year 2025.” – Music In Belgium
“These Canadian trad metallers take us deeper into the story of their forthcoming concept album – and comic book – with a song which very much draws from how Black Sabbath recorded ‘Paranoid’, in that it was thrown together as a last-minute album filler but could become one of their defining musical moments’ – Uber Rock
“an ambitious heavy metal album that offers a mix of complex musicality and concept-oriented lyrics.” – MetalUnderground.at
“the album weaves an original story through a tapestry of Heavy Metal, following the journey of Joe, an immortal protagonist caught in a universe-threatening cataclysm, promising to transport listeners to another realm, with layered sounds and textures that reveal new aspects with each listen… Fans can look forward to an immersive album experience… one of the most innovative bands hailing from Montreal.” – The Headbanging Moose
“This one is red hot folks, the new album “Dust of Forever” from Mad Parish arrives today and it’s impressive. Track after track of ‘New Wave of British Heavy Metal’ that melds with progressive rock and in the end you have one kickin’ album man. Catch tracks from Mad Parish & “Dust of Forever” on your Home for the Best New Rock… W-J-O-EEEE” – WJOE – Findlay’s Home for Rock & Roll
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