NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – February 14, 2025
Out Now! Texas Metal Veterans STATE OF MIND Return With Sophomore EP “Sanity Of Madness”
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Top – L-R – John Cook – Guitars, John Ferris – Vocals, Robbie Grossheim – Guitars
Bottom – L-R – Kenny Thomas – Bass, Kenny Starnes – Drums
State of Mind, the Texas-based heavy metal outfit known for its powerful blend of classic metal and raw emotion, has recently released its second EP “Sanity of Madness” on February 7, 2025, via Self-Made Records with distribution from Earache Records. The six-track collection arrives as a testament to the band’s evolution since their formation in 1994, showcasing their signature combination of thunderous anthems and introspective songwriting. They comment on their expectation for the reception of the album:
“We think it will be received well. It’s got a raw human unpolished sound to it that you don’t get anymore. We decided not to put too much polish on it and leave it raw and authentic. We wanted that human, dirty sound. Like the good ole days of hella concerts. It’s like all of our influences came together and showed us the path we needed to take. There are so many storylines in this EP; it’s epic how they all fit together”
“Sanity of Madness” builds on the momentum of their 2022 singles “Shattered” and “Fall Away,” and their self-titled 2019 debut. The new release includes standout tracks like “The Masters Coming”, a groove-heavy odyssey that tells the tale of Renefield’s supernatural struggles, and “Dead”, a hard-driving anthem that captures the universal feeling of modern-day alienation. “Wizard”, inspired by a mystical poster that once adorned their practice space, demonstrates the band’s ability to transform visual art into crushing metal compositions.
State of Mind continues to deliver what they call “New Classic Metal” combining the timeless appeal of traditional heavy metal with contemporary themes and production. The EP weaves together tales of mythical beings, personal demons, and spiritual warfare, all delivered with the intensity that State of Mind fans have come to expect. It is recommended for fans of Black Sabbath, Alice Cooper, and Dio.
“Sanity of Madness” is available at the following links:
Bandcamp – https://sttefmnd.bandcamp.com
Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4hBestQ
Youtube Stream – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kQqlrjSlxBdocyxCjG8JIfnIWTTgfxBQA
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Track Listing:
1. The Masters Coming (3:00)
2. Dead (3:50)
3. Mourning Star (4:59)
4. Shine (3:34)
5. Wizard (2:39)
6. Sail Across The Ocean (3:52)
EP Length: 21:51
More info: Facebook.com/AstateofmindJohnFerris | X.com/JohnFerris_SOM
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“The melodies that the guitar elicits are successful from the chord to the solo, and it goes without saying that the bassist and drummer support the versatile playing in a solid manner.” – Metal Division Magazine
“Their compositions aim to illuminate the struggles of those grappelling with darkness, offering hope and understanding through powerful rock and metal anthems, as well as poignant ballads.” – Concert Monkey
“This band has got the sound to move you, the energy to inspire you, and the soul to touch you. They’re a testament to the enduring power of rock n’ roll.” – Papy Jeff Metal
“and the more hard rock tinged and groove-oriented escapades of the opening number here gave me an initial impression of grunge, closely followed by 80s traditional heavy metal. And later on with some cues that gave me associations towards the early days of Helstar and the US variety of early power metal, and with the concluding song taking on a little bit of the feel in general and the vocal style in particular of Paul Di’Anno era Iron Maiden.” – The Viking in the Wilderness
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