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0 Out Now! KRATORNAS “Ravaged by Hurakaan” Cassette Demo + Vinyl + New Album “God Of The Tribes” Out Aug 2025

  • May 30, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Kratornas · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – May 30, 2025

Out Now! KRATORNAS “Ravaged by Hurakaan” Cassette Demo + Vinyl

+ New Album “God Of The Tribes” Out August 2025

Today (May 30th) marks the official release of Kratornas‘ highly anticipated black metal “Ravaged by Hurakaan” cassette demo out through Grathila Records, plus an accompanying 7” Vinyl previously released on May 20th. These limited editions serve as the first taste of the forthcoming album “God of the Tribes”, scheduled for release on August 22nd, 2025. Kratornas comments on the album:
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​“This album isn’t about being ‘advanced’ or ‘innovative’. It’s a return to roots, distilled into something raw and real. I’ve had first-hand experience with this kind of ‘indigenous music’. I was one of the drummers at festivals from fifth grade through my first year of high school. I didn’t copy those rhythms but wrote my own, taking that foundation and fusing it with Kratornas.”

The ‘Ravaged by Hurakaan (Remix)’ cassette features DJ Aromaz on the ProTape release and includes four distinct versions of the material. The 7″ vinyl offers a completely exclusive format experience with the demo version of “Ravaged by Hurakaan” on Side A. Side B features the instrumental ‘Drum and Bass’ version, available only on this vinyl pressing. Dan Swanö (Edge of Sanity) mastered both the vinyl and the upcoming album.

The initial response to the new material was enthusiastic, with early listeners noting the significant evolution of Kratornas‘s sound. Moving away from the hyperfast brutality of earlier releases, “Ravaged by Hurakaan” showcases a more methodical approach focused on atmosphere and tension.

Despite the shift in approach, the creator maintains that Kratornas still delivers powerful energy. If you sit down and listen with good headphones, it will bring out a different ‘experience’ because the mix is ‘moving and breathing’. Both the vinyl and cassette releases are available in extremely limited quantities through Kratornas‘ bandcamp and select underground distributors. These collectors’ items will not be repressed, making them essential acquisitions for dedicated followers. They are recommended for all fans of black metal.

Vinyl order and cassette order are available at https://kratornas.bandcamp.com/​

Vinyl – HURAKAN 7″ turntable-direct-to-cam – https://youtu.be/gnNNPniwPF8

The cassette – KRATORNAS – Ravaged by Hurakaan (QUE DIABLO Remix) featuring DJ Aromaz
Track Listing:
Cassette Side A: 
(28 Minutes)
1. Ravaged by Hurakaan (Que Diablo remix featuring DJ Amoraz) [2025]
2. Ravaged by Hurakaan (Demo/Rough Mix from 7″ vinyl) [2025]
3. Spit on God (2016/Sub Mix) *
4. Human Livestock (2019/Bulldozer Version) *
5. Three Unclean Spirits (2009) *
* = additional tracks to fill a C60. Mixed “exclusively” for this Cassette.
​Cassette Side B: (29 Minutes)
6. Swarm of Rattlesnakes (2015/Meditative Ambient)

Vinyl Track Listing :​
​Side A: “Ravaged by Hurakaan” – demo/rough mix of track #3 from the upcoming album “God of the Tribes”
​Side B: “Drum and Bass” Instrumental of track #3 from the upcoming album “God of the Tribes”

Vinyl / Cassette Credits:​
Performed, Produced, Recorded, and Mixed by Bruno Zamora
All Lyrics and Music written by Bruno Zamora
Layout and Cover Artwork by Bruno Zamora

Album Artwork (non-explicit) – Kratornas – God of the Tribes

Track Listing:​
1. Cursed Sky Serpent (15:00)
2. Evil and Plunder (3:00)
3. Ravaged by Hurakaan (7:00)
4. Novena para Guerra (11:00)

Album Teaser (Out August 22nd) – “God of the Tribes” – https://youtu.be/iQ6Z8VeWakQ​

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/officialkratornas

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“I think it’s a good thing that it is a bit darker for music this intense and with so much “action” in the upper midrange – Dan Swano (on mastering God of the Tribes)

“Kratornas has returned and have taken large steps in progression with their musical maelstrom of violence.” – Canadian Assault (2017 – Human Livestock 7″ EP)

“What’s even better is that the music doesn’t just move in the sense that a rocket moves. The songs are more than sheer exultations in the thrill of speed and violence. They also change course. They veer into hammering grooves; they bolt into bursts of blood-pumping thrash riffing; they pulse like some kind of laser weapon being triggered. Yes, the songs are often deranged — when Kratornas is in full grind mode, you can imagine oceans of blood spray ejected from a fire hose and bodies being atomized in a frenzied butchery — but there’s impressive intricacy and dynamism in the songs, as well as jaw-dropping technical skill and manifest blood lust.” – No Clean Singing (2016 – Devoured by Damnation LP)

“If you like chaotic, blasting Black Metal, then this is a good bet.” (2016 – Devoured by Damnation LP)

“This album is intense. From start to finish Kratornas is absolutely relentless and have put together one hell of an album with a whole lot of everything in the mix without sounding repetitive.” – Metal At The Gates (2016 – Devoured by Damnation LP)

“While its – drum and guitar/voice – format might suggest similarities with the Inquisition, in sound terms are two quite distinct entities. Here there is a greater degree of chaos and a greater departure from the traditional scene (second wave of black metal) than the one we can find ourselves in Inquisition. Basically it is what would happen if we join powerviolence with black metal. It is something that impresses, without a doubt, but that may have a tendency to tire. Fortunately this does not happen much here because all the themes end up having healthy dynamics, mainly a healthy rib of primitive death metal ( plus an element to join the party) and mainly a solo guitar taken from the breca that looks like a bouncing diabolite. Awesome and surprising album.” – World of Metal Mag (2016 – Devoured by Damnation LP)​
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0 Out Now! Black Metal Duo SITH’ARI Unleashes Debut EP “Before The Dawn” On Limited Edition CD From Ethanol Studio

  • May 30, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Sithari

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – May 30, 2025

Out Now! Black Metal Duo SITH’ARI Unleashes Debut EP “Before The Dawn” On Limited Edition CD From Ethanol Studio

L-R – Pathos – Drums, Lord Kafir – Guitars, Bass, Vocals

Sith’ari, the Iowa, USA, black metal side project for both Lord Kafir of Nedakh and Pathos of Symphony of Heaven and Satan Destroyer unleashes their debut EP” Before The Dawn”, on limted edition CD, available now as of May 30th, 2025 via their indie label Ethanol Studio to follow its digital release on April 23rd.

“From beginning to end, this EP will leave you wanting more. It’s a truly fantastic record that caters to all fans of black metal who want something melodic, fast, and relentless. If you wish your black metal were a bit darker, add a dash of Gorgoroth with just a dash of Immortal; that describes the sounds. The themes are much more in touch with fans of later-day Bathory and Immortal.” – Sith’ari

Melancholic but uplifting, fast, and atmospheric, the EP is a more riff-oriented sound usually associated with most black metal. Lord Kafir writes the riffs on guitar and a drum machine then sends them to Pathos to get his interpretation to create a record that’s a mish-mash of influences from different readings from history books, experiencing harsh winters in Iowa and Indiana and fantasy stories, games and movies.

Lord Kafir had other music in him that wasn’t just typical death metal and Pathos was brought in because he wanted to play in a specific black metal band that didn’t deny him from his religious point of view.

Recommended for fans of Gorgoroth, Immortal, and Bathory, “Before The Dawn” is now streaming on CD and digitally at the following links:

CD at https://ethanolstudio.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-dawn-2​

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/album/4v0BSdyN2slHyiF4gbxq7w

YouTube – https://youtu.be/GFbTOloOh_c

Track Listing:​
1. Chaos In The Skies 4:13
2. Before The Dawn 4:49
3. Conquer The Wild 6:37
4. Hail Victory 6:49
5. The Everlasting Hunt 8:18
EP Length: 30:47

EP Credits:​
Written, produced, mixed and mastered by Lord Kafir
Artwork – Matt Priso
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​Band Lineup​
Lord Kafir – Guitars, Bass, Vocals
Pathos – Drums

For more info: https://www.instagram.com/ethanolstudio/​

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“Overall, this was a solid album. Although it was relatively short, many of the aggressive passages were also coupled with somber melodies, creating an unforgettable listening experience.” – Metal Temple​
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0 EPK – Tigguo Cobauc – Ascended Deliverance (single) (2025)

  • May 30, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · EPKs · Tigguo Cobauc (Exitus Stratagem Records)

EPK – Tigguo Cobauc – Ascended Deliverance (single) (2025)

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Tigguocobauc.bandcamp.com | Spotify

Single (all Digital Platforms) – https://hypeddit.com/tigguocobauc/ascendeddeliverance

Single Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Tigguo Cobauc
• All songs written by: Luca Martello
• Produced by: Tigguo Cobauc
• Mixed by: Luca Martello at Three Squires Recordings (Nottingham, UK)
• Mastered by: Luca Martello at MajorOak Audio Mastering (Nottingham, UK)
• Single Artwork by: H-Sound Records

Single Band Line Up:
Luca Martello – Guitars
Antoine Mouquod – Drums
Wayne Turton – Bass, Synth, Keyboards
Craig Phillips – Vocals
*guest vocalists – Chelsea Marrow (Voraath, Visitant)

Live Lineup:
Luca Martello – Guitars
Antoine Mouquod – Drums
Craig Phillips – Vocals

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Describe The Single Artwork:

This is a photo I took in Belfast of ‘Soundyard,’ an installation and musical instrument activated by motion sensors. I think the image expresses the intricacy of ‘Ascended Deliverance,’ with its different layers coming together to form an unusual song.

About the single as a whole (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):

The track opens with the haunting pulse of a heartbeat, accompanied by the creeping distortion of industrial noise, drawing the listener into a space of tension and unease. As the first notes of the story unfold, the listener is already submerged in a melodic nightmare—a dreamscape that’s as surreal as it is sinister. The narrative follows a man, lost in his disillusionment with the world, burdened by the weight of life’s cruelty and suffering. Desperate for answers, he becomes obsessed with confronting God directly, seeking retribution for the pain he’s endured. When the conventional means of prayer, the church, and the promises of faith offer no solace, he grows increasingly frustrated and turns to darker paths.

His search leads him to a witch, a figure said to possess the ability to commune with angels—beings who might offer the answers he seeks. The witch, aware of the risks, warns him that the power to speak with such celestial beings is not to be taken lightly; without proper guidance, the consequences could be catastrophic. But driven by desperation and a growing sense of arrogance, the man dismisses the warning. He murders the witch in cold blood, seizing the book of forbidden spells she possessed. With reckless abandon, he chants the incantation, his voice trembling with anticipation and fear.

In that moment, an angel appears—not a being of divine grace, but one of wrath and inevitability. The angel, sensing the man’s hubris and defiance, consumes him entirely. The track climaxes with a surge of chaos and intensity as the angel’s judgment is carried out. The heartbeat, which has been a steady rhythm throughout, begins to slow, fading as the man succumbs to his fate.

The track closes with the silence that follows his death—a chilling, final echo that serves as both a literal and metaphorical end. This tale, woven into the fabric of the music, is a cautionary one—a stark reminder of the dangers of unchecked ambition and the folly of trying to command forces beyond one’s understanding. It is a warning against acting without caution, against chasing something that may not be meant for you. And, above all, it underscores the truth that sometimes, when you wish for something too fervently, you may just get it—and the consequences may be far worse than you ever imagined.

L-R – Luca Martello – Guitars, Craig Phillips – Vocals, Antoine Mouquod – Drums

UK-blackened doom trio Tigguo Cobauc are unleashing their latest music video “Ascended Deliverance” featuring guest vocals from Chelsea Marrow (Voraath, Visitant). The song itself is a reworked version of the album track from 2024’s “Fountains of Anguish,” released via Exitus Stratagem Records.

With a focus on always giving the listener the most intense and emotional experience, no more so than on the live stage. Tigguo Cobauc is the soundtrack to your darkest desires, as they explain the concept of the song and video:

“The track opens with the haunting pulse of a heartbeat, accompanied by the creeping distortion of industrial noise, drawing the listener into a space of tension and unease. As the first notes of the story unfold, the listener is already submerged in a melodic nightmare—a dreamscape that’s as surreal as it is sinister. The narrative follows a man, lost in his disillusionment with the world, burdened by the weight of life’s cruelty and suffering. Desperate for answers, he becomes obsessed with confronting God directly, seeking retribution for the pain he’s endured. When the conventional means of prayer, the church, and the promises of faith offer no solace, he grows increasingly frustrated and turns to darker paths.

His search leads him to a witch, a figure said to possess the ability to commune with angels, beings who might offer the answers he seeks. The witch, aware of the risks, warns him that the power to speak with such celestial beings is not to be taken lightly; without proper guidance, the consequences could be catastrophic. But driven by desperation and a growing sense of arrogance, the man dismisses the warning. He murders the witch in cold blood, seizing the book of forbidden spells she possessed. With reckless abandon, he chants the incantation, his voice trembling with anticipation and fear.

In that moment, an angel appears—not a being of divine grace, but one of wrath and inevitability. The angel, sensing the man’s hubris and defiance, consumes him entirely. The track climaxes with a surge of chaos and intensity as the angel’s judgment is carried out. The heartbeat, which has been a steady rhythm throughout, begins to slow, fading as the man succumbs to his fate.

The track closes with the silence that follows his death—a chilling, final echo that serves as both a literal and metaphorical end. This tale, woven into the fabric of the music, is a cautionary one—a stark reminder of the dangers of unchecked ambition and the folly of trying to command forces beyond one’s understanding. It is a warning against acting without caution, against chasing something that may not be meant for you. And, above all, it underscores the truth that sometimes, when you wish for something too fervently, you may just get it—and the consequences may be far worse than you ever imagined.”

Single Band Line Up:​
Luca Martello – Guitars
Antoine Mouquod – Drums
Wayne Turton – Bass, Synth, Keyboards
Craig Phillips – Vocals
*guest vocalists – Chelsea Marrow (Voraath, Visitant)

0 Canadian Stoner Doom Rock Z-COCOON Unveils “Dr. Crane” Off New EP “Angels” Out June 2025

  • May 30, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Z-Cocoon

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Montreal, QC – May 30, 2025

Canadian Stoner Doom Rock Z-COCOON Unveils “Dr. Crane” Off New EP “Angels” Out June 2025

L to R: Marc Zolla (Guitar/Vocals), Michel Paradis (Drums), John Burton (Bass)

Montreal, Canada’s Z-Cocoon announces the release of their new EP “Angels” out on June 6th, 2025, via Earache Digital Distro. This third EP is the first full band release from Z-Cocoon, which was founded by Marc Zolla as a solo endeavour in 2017 under the previous moniker Pink Cocoon. Now a power trio with Michel Paradis (Drums) and John Burton (Bass), are prepared to offer electrically-charged heavy music with savage guitar jabs, rockin’ blues, and hot solos.

Fans can expect a three-track EP that is very energetic and sounds exactly like what’s recorded. The guitar solos are very bluesy yet metal-sounding, and are contrasted with catchy melodic vocals, reminiscent of DIO or Pentagram.

“I’m a big fan of songs that have clear and loud vocals where you can sing along and understand and interpret what the song is about, not just noise and a riff,” adds Zolla.

Today, Z-Cocoon unveils the opening track and heavy bluesy single “Dr. Crane”, inspired by the villain in the Batman Universe, Dr.Crane, aka The Scarecrow.

“Dr. Crane is exactly what Z-Cocoon is all about! Heavy riffs, clean vocals, and lots of blues power! If you like poisoning people’s minds with fear, such as The Scarecrow in Batman, then here you have it. Or if you’re looking for a good heavy song to listen to while working out or doing physical work, or you wanna let loose in your speakers and relax, this is the song for you! Make sure to play it loud for the ultimate listening experience, preferably with good speakers to feel that sound and panning!” adds Zolla.

Loud and dynamic, listen to “Dr. Crane” at https://youtu.be/xw12ONGjjxs

Following the “Angels” EP, Z-Cocoon will have an album worth of music and more that will be recorded and released. If you’re into the classics such as Dio, Sabbath, Deep Purple, or blues guys such as Hendrix, Trower, Stevie Ray, or just dig stoner rock/ doom metal, but looking for something a little different, then take a listen and put Z-Cocoon on LOUD!

EP pre-save – https://earache.lnk.to/Angels​

Track Listing:​
1. Dr. Crane – 4:17
2. Truth Don’t Matter – 3:42
3. For My Life – 6:37
Album Length: 14:36

EP Credits:​
Recorded and mixed by Marc Zolla.
Mastered by Kent Stump (Crystal Clear Sound/WoFat)
EP artwork by Camille Grenier.
Member of SOCAN
Canadian Content – MAPL

Band Lineup:​
Guitar/Vocals: Marc Zolla
Bass: John Burton
Drums: Michel Paradis

More info: https://linktr.ee/zcocoon​

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“Z-Cocoon is firmly grounded in blues-heavy stoner rock, it also shows an awareness of other sides of rock and hip-hop that often the sub-genre completely walls itself off from. Little things like short interjections from the backing vocals, a willingness to put vocals ahead of guitars, and a thick-as-fuck kick drum sound — tweaks like that combine with the Sabbathian riffs and dynamic vocals for a pretty addictive listen.” – Invisible Oranges

“This EP does a great job of showcasing Zolla’s chops as a songwriter and as a performer. I personally find Zolla to be a great vocalist, and each of the tracks on here allow him to flex his mid-to-high range voice and sort of nasally cadence. I love the way he adds a rasp into his voice.” – Where Strides the Behemoth

Second song – Just Tell Me – has an “Audioslave” quality to it with Marc’s vocals and some of the music that appears at the start. However, Marc switches things up a bit and plays some classic “Hard Rock” melodies and superb vocals for the standout song on the EP. – Outlaws of the Sun Blog

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0 EPK – Dead Fields of Woolwich – Cult of The Cemetery (2025) (single) off upcoming album “Monarch Of The Grave”

  • May 29, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Dead Fields of Woolwich · EPKs

EPK – Dead Fields of Woolwich – Cult of The Cemetery (2025) (single) off upcoming album “Monarch Of The Grave”

For fans of Paradise Lost, Type O Negative, Woods Of Ypres, A Pale Horse Named Death, Katatonia

Single Title – Cult of The Cemetery off upcoming album “Monarch Of The Grave”
Single Release – May 9, 2025
Label – Self-Release

Facebook.com/DeadFieldsOfWoolwich | Instagram.com/deadfieldsofwoolwich | Youtube.com/@deadfieldsofwoolwich6370

Deadfieldsofwoolwich.bandcamp.com | Spotify

“Jolting chugs and booming drums will get heads moving as the vocals crackle with passion way up in the stratosphere, and near the end the music receives a surge of energy, through a rapid riff-pulse and bombastic percussion, as a prelude to a blazing finale in which all the song’s ingredients, including Alyssa‘s intense, spine-tingling voice, unite in a display of tragic magnificence. (You’ll probably find by then that the song has also gotten well and truly stuck in your head.)” – No Clean Singing (single – I’ve Made It To Hell) (2023)

Single Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Kye Bell
• All songs written by: Kye Bell
• Produced by: Dave Strba @Chainsaw Media
• Mixed by: Dead Fields Of Woolwich
• Mastered by: Dave Strba @Chainsaw Media
• Single Artwork by Joshua Brown
Single Band Line Up: Kye Bell, Alyssa Broere
Name – Instrument Kye Bell (All Instruments) Alyssa Broere (Vocals)
Live Band Line Up: Kye Bell, Alyssa Broere, Dave Strba, Greg Meir, Kyle Taylor
Name – Instrument  Kye Bell (Lead Guitar), Alyssa Broere (Vocals), Dave Strba (Guitar), Greg Meir (Bass), Kyle Taylor (Drums)
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About The Single Artwork:

The artwork has a very gothic atmosphere and hand-drawn feel with an emphasis on bringing some mystery to the music while still relating directly to the lyrics themselves. It really captures the vibe of the album as a whole. Its meant to suck you into the cemetery leaving you feeling like you’re not quite alone and the green color really makes it feel creepier rather than desolate.

About the single as a whole:
The track is faster paced than songs we’ve done in the past, but still keeps the dark lyrical themes, giving it an interesting contrast between music and words. Once the song has built up, the chorus unleashes an incredibly catchy melody that really sticks with you. It’s heavy, dark, and movable all in one.

L-R – (Vocals) Alyssa Broere, (Guitar) Dave Strba, (Lead Guitar) Kye Bell, (Bass)Greg Meir, (Drums) Kyle Taylor

Photo Credit – Nathan Shore

Unleashing their self-titled debut album in 2023, Dead Fields Of Woolwich unveils their first single “Cult of The Cemetery” off their forthcoming sophomore album “Monarch of The Grave” due out late this year.

Dead Fields Of Woolwich has its beginnings going back to the autumn of 2020 in North Bay, Ontario, Canada, when multi-instrumentalist Kye Bell (Withing Nostalgia, Falamh) created a gloomy, doom metal project focused on dreary lyrics and a gothic-laden sound. Recruiting Alyssa Broere on vocals, the dark twosome began their musical journey. Now, for their next follow-up and second album, the duo has grown to a full-fledged band with the addition of guitarist Dave Strba, bassist Greg Meir, and drummer Kyle Taylor.

Band founder and guitarist Kye Bell explains further on the band’s evolution:

“The sound has evolved since the first release. When writing the first album, the focus was more on powerful chords and drudging riffs. Those things are still there in small doses, but this album is full of harder-hitting songs and much more memorable parts that stick with you after the listen is done. This album breaks away from the typical Doom formula and kind of takes on its own shape. The songwriting has become more refined over time as well, lyrics are more concrete with well-defined concepts. I feel like this particular single, Cult of the Cemetery, will be very well received due to the more rock-rounded nature of the song while still maintaining its heaviness and its foot firmly planted in the metal realm. It opens the doors to a different audience, yet still stays true to the dark nature of the band.”

With its very memorable riffs, this new single is catchy hell and dark as the grave it speaks of. Melodic and melancholic, it is recommended for fans of Paradise Lost, Type O Negative, and Katatonia.

0 Exitus Stratagem Records – Blackened Doom TIGGUO COBAUC Unleashes New Music Video “Ascended Deliverance” ft. Guest Vocals Chelsea Marrow (Voraath, Visitant)

  • May 29, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Tigguo Cobauc (Exitus Stratagem Records)

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Montreal, QC – May 29, 2025

Blackened Doom TIGGUO COBAUC Unleashes New Music Video “Ascended Deliverance” ft. Guest Vocals Chelsea Marrow (Voraath, Visitant)

L-R – Luca Martello – Guitars, Craig Phillips – Vocals, Antoine Mouquod – Drums

UK-blackened doom trio Tigguo Cobauc are unleashing their latest music video “Ascended Deliverance” featuring guest vocals from Chelsea Marrow (Voraath, Visitant). The song itself is a reworked version of the album track from 2024’s “Fountains of Anguish,” released via Exitus Stratagem Records.

With a focus on always giving the listener the most intense and emotional experience, no more so than on the live stage. Tigguo Cobauc is the soundtrack to your darkest desires, as they explain the concept of the song and video:

“The track opens with the haunting pulse of a heartbeat, accompanied by the creeping distortion of industrial noise, drawing the listener into a space of tension and unease. As the first notes of the story unfold, the listener is already submerged in a melodic nightmare—a dreamscape that’s as surreal as it is sinister. The narrative follows a man, lost in his disillusionment with the world, burdened by the weight of life’s cruelty and suffering. Desperate for answers, he becomes obsessed with confronting God directly, seeking retribution for the pain he’s endured. When the conventional means of prayer, the church, and the promises of faith offer no solace, he grows increasingly frustrated and turns to darker paths.

His search leads him to a witch, a figure said to possess the ability to commune with angels, beings who might offer the answers he seeks. The witch, aware of the risks, warns him that the power to speak with such celestial beings is not to be taken lightly; without proper guidance, the consequences could be catastrophic. But driven by desperation and a growing sense of arrogance, the man dismisses the warning. He murders the witch in cold blood, seizing the book of forbidden spells she possessed. With reckless abandon, he chants the incantation, his voice trembling with anticipation and fear.

In that moment, an angel appears—not a being of divine grace, but one of wrath and inevitability. The angel, sensing the man’s hubris and defiance, consumes him entirely. The track climaxes with a surge of chaos and intensity as the angel’s judgment is carried out. The heartbeat, which has been a steady rhythm throughout, begins to slow, fading as the man succumbs to his fate.

The track closes with the silence that follows his death—a chilling, final echo that serves as both a literal and metaphorical end. This tale, woven into the fabric of the music, is a cautionary one—a stark reminder of the dangers of unchecked ambition and the folly of trying to command forces beyond one’s understanding. It is a warning against acting without caution, against chasing something that may not be meant for you. And, above all, it underscores the truth that sometimes, when you wish for something too fervently, you may just get it—and the consequences may be far worse than you ever imagined.”

The music video for “Ascended Deliverance” can be seen and heard via its premiere on Decibel Magazine HERE.

Digital – https://hypeddit.com/tigguocobauc/ascendeddeliverance​

Single Band Line Up:​
Luca Martello – Guitars
Antoine Mouquod – Drums
Wayne Turton – Bass, Synth, Keyboards
Craig Phillips – Vocals
*guest vocalists – Chelsea Marrow (Voraath, Visitant)

Forged by ancient magic deep in the sandstone depths of Nottingham, UK, Tigguo Cobauc‘s spellbinding guitar riffs over primal rhythm are the sound of your darkest desires. The band’s birth into the constellations has been steeped in the murky depths of Death/Doom, cloaked in a sludgy resonance. They have evolved from these beginnings, transcending into realms infused with black metal’s ethereal atmospheres, where shadows and intensity intertwine.

Their sophomore record, “Fountains of Anguish,” is an amalgamation of classic black metal, reinterpreted with a modern sensibility, and infused with doomy elements that evoke a sense of atmospheric weight. Tigguo Cobauc has seamlessly integrated keyboards into their compositions, adding depth and texture to enhance the listening experience. Through this unique blend, they aspire to infuse their music with a distinctive touch of originality, creating a soundscape that resonates with the genre’s traditions and contemporary influences.

Recommended for fans of Celtic Frost, Bathory, and Venom, “Fountains of Anguish” is available at the following links:

Album order (CD) at https://www.exsrmusic.com/store/p/pre-sale-tigguo-cobauc-fountains-of-anguish-lp-cd​

Digital – https://hypeddit.com/tigguocobauc/fountainsofanguish​

More info:

​Exsrmusic.com | Facebook.com/ExSRecords | Instagram.com/exsrmusic​

​Tigguocobauc.mystrikingly.com | Instagram.com/tigguocobauc | Facebook.com/tigguocobaucband | Tiktok.com/@tigguocobauc​

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“this was a fantastic album, and it brought Doom to a whole new level for me, because the band was bold, and unafraid to explore uncharted territory, while keeping their roots strong. 8/10” – Metal-Temple
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“IIn the waning days of 2024 comes quite a surprise…one of the best doom albums of the year from an unknown band who clearly know what they are doing. This record is full of crushing riffs, dark melodies and an otherworldly atmosphere. In every way this is an absorbing listen.n the waning days of 2024 comes quite a surprise…one of the best doom albums of the year from an unknown band who clearly know what they are doing…. Definitely track this one down!” – Wormwood Chronicles

“Unlike many of their contemporaries, Tigguo Cobauc let the slimy guitars carry the mix rather than hide under the keyboards. ‘The Darkest Emperor’ starts like an agonising piece of death-doom before it uses the influence of Bathory to accelerate into a higher gear. You’ll hear the early Celtic Frost records in this song, but the keyboards belong in the straight-to-video horror film market of the 1980s. Each elongated ripped-windpipe vocal feels like the testimony of a man who knows his fate is to be hung, drawn and quartered. The rhythms in ‘Inner Disaster’ change tempo as easily as snow turns to slush…. Often, extreme metal bands go through the motions of screaming in pain, but Tiggou Cobauc mean it. They love to menace the listener like the early legends of underground metal. And they embrace the dramatic rather than shy away from it…. Most artists want to deliver the perfect steak, but Tigguo Cobauc would like you to gorge on the gristle and enjoy the fat dribbling on your chin. Their song structures appear to be easy to grasp, but they’re more complex on second listen. 8/10” – Scream Blast Repeat

“A production to seek out by those who enjoy extreme metal explored with a bit of an off kilter intent and an atmospheric laden orientation.” – Viking in the Wilderness

“If I had to name Tigguo Cobauc’s musical style, it would be doomizing black heavy metal.
You won’t regret the time spent listening to their music!” – Margoth PDF Webzine
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“refreshing and provides a listening experience designed to be consumed in one sitting. Trust me, if you love Blackened Sludge and Doom, there’ll be more than one sitting for you listening to this work of art…. the production is impressive, hitting the sweet spot of providing sharpness and clarity whilst retaining a subtle touch of grit and rawness that the genre demands and avoiding being overly polished.” – Ever-Metal

“an album of the year contender.” – Black Metal Archives

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0 EPK – Ashes of The Sun (2025) – Gods With Machines

  • May 28, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Ashes of The Sun · EPKs

EPK – Ashes of The Sun (2025) – Gods With Machines

Publicist – Jon Asher – jon[@]ashermediarelations[.]com

Band: Ashes of The Sun
Album Title: Gods With Machines  
Release Date: August 1, 2025
Label: Ignorant Tourist Productions LLC
Distribution: Distrokid

“I hope this album brings fans back to the era when metal and hard rock ruled the scene. Headbangers Ball was kicking, and it wasn’t out of the ordinary to turn on MTV and see Metallica’s One cranking. Tasty, heavy metal and hard rock with cool glammed-out solos and a ballad. I think it blends a few genres like grunge and metal at times.  The album flows like some of my playlists, and I would imagine most people’s playlists. I hope that fans will enjoy the mellow acoustic/ballad intros that transition into hard rock/ metal flows. I wanted these songs to reach rock fans and metal fans alike. I’ve been in metal bands for a long time and love the brutality Karl and Dan brought to Freya and The Last Season, but I wanted to reach a broader audience. So I chose to tone the heavy vocals back and sing the album. At times, it reminds me of Dave Mustaine, James Hetfield, and Layne Staley. Every once in a while, I’m like, that kind of sounds like Bon Jovi or Scott Weiland. It’s funny because I never really listened to STP, only in passing. I think ultimately, whether it’s my metal, rock, or grunge influences coming through in these songs, it sounds like the era of music I grew up listening to. Late 90s, early 2000s. I like that about this album.” – Ethan D. Henry

For fans of Megadeth, Metallica, Alice in Chains, Five Finger Death Punch

https://ignoranttouristproductions.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/ethanhenry43/ | https://www.instagram.com/ignorant_tourist_productions_/

“One-man solo band ASHES OF THE SUN is the work of drummer / filmmaker Ethan D. Henry and he’s just dropped his new single, “A New Way To Die” from the forthcoming full length album “Gods With Machines” (Aug. 1st). Razor sharp riffs, heavy duty percussion and an overdrive rhythm section rule on “A New Way To Die” and it’s pretty glorious. We’ve had a chance to preview the entire album and it’s a hard rock juggernaut just waiting to be unleashed that is sure to please. Catch ASHES OF THE SUN on your Home for the Best New Rock… W-J-O-EEEE” – WJOE – Findlay’s Home for Rock & Roll

[Download Album Cover | Download Album Lyrics]

Band: Ashes of The Sun
Album Title: Gods With Machines  
Release Date: August 1, 2025
Label: Ignorant Tourist Productions LLC
Distribution: Distrokid

Track Listing:
1. Sophisticated Clowns – 5:49
2. Save The World – 4:17
3. Forced To Kill – 5:51
4. The Elephant – 4:34
5. A New Way To Die – 4:26
6. Gods With Machines – 5:15
7. The Lost Ones – 4:07
8. Here To Stay – 6:11
9. They Bleed Just Like You 4:31
Album Length: 45:05

Album Credits:
ALL SONGS PERFORMED BY – Ethan D. Henry
ALL SONGS WRITTEN BY – Ethan D. Henry
PRODUCED BY – Ethen D. Henry
MIXED BY – Jason “Jocko” Randall
MASTERED BY – Jason “Jocko” Randall
ALBUM ARTWORK BY – Ethan D. Henry

LIVE BAND – TBD

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About The Album Artwork:

Ethan made the artwork for the album to represent not only the story of the album, but also based on stuff he’s interested in. Like the ancient alien God connection. Astral projection and deeper awareness of who we are spiritually.

About The Album:

The album ultimately is about having faith in god and constantly questioning it. Feeling that you’re being lied to by the people you look up to and trust. It’s about being yourself and finding your own spiritual path and god.  

Track Listing:

1. Sophisticated Clowns

Is about People trusting their government and eventually seeing through the lies. Their leadership ultimately pushes its people to question everything and start losing faith in their leadership.

2. Save the World

This track is about one of the planet’s native characters finding a child of the gods. The child communicates with them, asking to be returned to where it came from through telekinesis. Unsure if they want to take the task, the tribe supports the idea of returning the child before it angers the gods, potentially causing problems for the locals and their community.

3. Forced to Kill

Is about the chosen one venturing out to return the child and discovering the truth about their gods. He soon realizes they are not who they appear to be. He is threatened by the gods to keep his mouth shut, and he will live to see another day. They spare him because of his good deed. But leave him deep in the wild to fend for himself on his return home.  

4. The Elephant

The chosen one has a long journey home. He looks to the sky and to the gods for help. But his prayers don’t get answered…they never get answered. He lost and is disappointed with his so-called gods, and his faith is gone. He doesn’t know where to turn and loses his faith and fears that there is no one looking over us.

5.  A New Way to Die

The chosen one is lost and giving up. He has lost his faith and doesn’t have the drive to carry on when he hallucinates a child taunting him. He cannot catch the child and continues to follow deeper into the wild. Eventually, he concludes this is the end and there is no hope. No one will find him. No one will save him. There is no heaven. We live in hell. What’s the point go going on? It’s time to throw in the towel.

6. Gods with Machines

Our hero is rescued by his tribe. tired, weak, Delirious, and malnourished. He tells the story of what he experienced and how the gods aren’t really gods. He drifts in and out and has visions of Gods and angels. They aren’t like the ones who live on their planet. They tell him it’s okay and they do exist. He drifts in and out between reality and his visions.

7. The Lost Ones

The local government seeks to speak with the chosen one and threaten him to keep his mouth shut about what he saw. His tribe and community stand up against the leaders and support their champion. Their aggressive approach to address the hero leads the community to question their leadership and to listen again to the chosen one and his story of False gods and deception.

8. Here to Stay

This song is about the chosen one and his community accepting the reality that the gods are not what they appear, The Leaders are in league with these false gods. As a whole, they decide to take their lives, land, and religion back. It’s time to unite and stand up.

9. They Bleed Just Like You

The people, tribe, and community are led by the chosen one to the gates of paradise, where the gods reside. Once inside, they ravage the communities within the walls. During their cleansing, they soon realize the gods aren’t fighting back and they aren’t special or even much different then they are. In fact, these people have been lied to but their leadership and have been led to believe the tribes and communities were wild savage animals and didn’t have the ability to understand how to be civil, how to work as a community, how to love. Soon, both sides realize they have been lied to by the same people and decide to work together and take back paradise and take back their freedom. Once they overthrow their tyrants, they learn to live in peace in paradise and have the freedom to find their own way of life and find their own version of god.

Ethan D. Henry – Photo Credit – Gidget Photos

ASHES OF THE SUN is the solo project of longtime FREYA contributor Ethan D.  Henry. Freya was formed in 2001 by three members of the legendary straight edge/ Vegan band EARTH CRISIS by bassist Ian Edwards, guitarist Eric Edwards, and vocalist  Karl Buechner. Ethan joined Freya in 2004, touring with the group for their first release on VICTORY RECORDS, AS THE LAST LIGHT DRAINS.  

Since its conception in 2001, Freya has been writing music, making videos, and touring in the metal and hardcore scenes. They have been featured on MTV’s Room Raiders,  Road Rules, and Headbangers Ball. More recently, they have had their music on the hit  Television show Shameless, which airs on Showtime. Freya has also been featured in  Kerrang, Decibel, Amp, and Metal Hammer magazines, to name a few.  

Henry has been working with Freya since 2004 – 2008, 2017-present. He joined Freya as a temp to tour with the band as the last light drains, until becoming a full member in  2004. He co-wrote LIFT THE CURSE ( VICTORY RECORDS), THOUSAND YARD  STARE ( UPSTATE RECORDS) FIGHT AS ONE (UPSTATE RECORDS )  BLOODTHIRST ( UPSTATE RECORDS )  

In 2007, Freya went to Europe for the HELL ON EARTH tour with WALLS OF  JERICHO, ALL SHALL PERISH, BORN FROM PAIN, AND FROM A SECOND  STORY WINDOW. Henry says, “ Going to Europe on the Hell on Earth tour was such an amazing experience for me. I had been touring the States and Canada for years, but doing that tour, with those bands…That was a once-in-a-lifetime event. Very Grateful to have been able to do it. “ 

In addition to his duties with Freya, Ethan also co-wrote and performed on THE LAST album titled CALLED IT CIVILIZATION, released on SURFACE  RECORDS in 2003. The Last season featured frontman Dan Johnson from BLOOD  RUNS BLACK, GODBELOW, and THE UNHOLY based out of Syracuse, N.Y..  GODBELOW later became the hard rock band BRAND NEW SIN. 

 Ethan has worn many hats over the years with his bands. Whether he needed to play bass, guitar, or drums, he was always up for the challenge. “ I was always a bass player with guitar second in my comfort zone. I could always sing, but I wasn’t like great at it. I  don’t know when it happened, like when I became good enough to play any instrument, if we needed a drummer or guitar player, I was like…Okay, I’ll give it a shot. Then one day I was a Drummer, I guess? I think I have impostor syndrome. ha”  

Eventually, Henry had compiled a huge catalog of songs he had written over the years.  Unsure what to do with them, He sat in his studio and started to record them. Not sure what would become of them, He had his friend Jason “Jocko” Randle at  CAPTURE.STUDIO (Syracuse, N.Y.) to take a listen and put his touch on it. After a few mix and master sessions, Ethan decided his eclectic song list was cohesive enough to make an album. Thus, ASHES OF THE SUN was born.  

An alternative, metallic, grungy style of music that spans over a few genres. “If  Metallica, Anthrax, and Megadeth had a baby with Alice in Chains, Queens of the Stone Age, and the Foo Fighters, that’s Ashes of the Sun.” – Ethan D. Henry 

Freyas Discography featuring Ethan
Hoods/Freya Split – Victory Records (2004)
Lift the Curse – Victory Records (2007)  
Thousand Yard Stare – (Single) Upstate Records (2022)
Fight As One – Upstate Records (2023)
Blood Thirst – (Single) Upstate Records (2024)

The Last Season featuring Ethan
Called It Civilization (2003)

Shared Stage with:
Although Ashes of the Sun hasn’t toured yet, through FREYA and THE  LAST SEASON, Ethan has shared the stage with WALLS OF JERICHO,  ALL SHALL PERISH, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE, SWORN ENEMY,  KATAKLYSM, MADBALL, LIFE OF AGONY, MASTODON, SKID ROW,  JAMEY JASTA, RINGWORM, and BURNT BY THE SUN, to name a few.
Festivals Ethan has played.
HELL ON EARTH 2007 (EUROPE)
HELLFEST 2002 SYRACUSE NY
MUDDY ROOTS 2024 COOKEVILLE TN
UPSTAGE FEST 2024 CLEARFIELD
Endorsements: SOULTONE CYMBAL

0 Thank You Canadian MDs and Djs for the airplay love! \m/\m/ !earshot – The National Loud Chart For the Week Ending: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 #7 phear | 92.5 FM CFBX “the X” – Kamloops – Loud #4 Derev | CFRU 93.3 FM – Guelph – Loud #3 Symbiotic Growth, #10 Vortex | CIVL Radio 101.7 FM – Abbotsford – Loud #4 MUTANK Boonsdale Records, #5 phear, #9 Derev | CJSW Radio 90.9 FM – Calgary – Loud #4 phear, #7 Sin Of God Exitus Stratagem Records, #10 Vortex | CFRU 93.3 FM – Guelph – Top 30 #15 Symbiotic Growth

  • May 28, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Derev · MUTANK · PHEAR · Sin of God (Exitus Stratagem Records0 · Symbiotic Growth · Vortex

Thank You Canadian MDs and Djs for the airplay love! \m/\m/
!earshot – The National Loud Chart
For the Week Ending: Tuesday, May 27, 2025
#7 phear
https://earshot-online.com/charts/index.cfm?intChartTypeID=106&dWeekOfID=2025-05-27
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92.5 FM CFBX “the X” – Kamloops – Loud
#4 Derev
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cfbx.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2025-05-27
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CFRU 93.3 FM – Guelph – Loud
#3 Symbiotic Growth, #10 Vortex Band
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cfru.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2025-05-27
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CIVL Radio 101.7 FM – Abbotsford – Loud
#4 MUTANK Boonsdale Records, #5 phear, #9 Derev
https://earshot-online.com/charts/civl.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2025-05-27
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CJSW Radio 90.9 FM – Calgary – Loud
#4 phear, #7 Sin Of God Exitus Stratagem Records, #10 Vortex Band
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjsw.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2025-05-27
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CFRU 93.3 FM – Guelph – Top 30
#15 Symbiotic Growth
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cfru.cfm?dWeekOfID=2025-05-27

0 Rockshots Records – HELLFOX Unveils Music Video “Atlas” Off New Album “The Spectrum of Human Gravity” Out June 2025

  • May 28, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Hellfox (Rockshots Records) · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – May 28, 2025

HELLFOX Unveils Music Video “Atlas”

New Album “The Spectrum of Human Gravity” Out June 2025 via Rockshots Records

Following the haunting release of “Seaweed Braids,” Italian all-female melodic death metal band Hellfox returns with a powerful new chapter: “Atlas,” the second single from their upcoming album “The Spectrum Of Human Gravity,” due out via Rockshots Records.

Combining heavy melodic death metal foundations with modern textures and acidic synths, “Atlas” is a crushing and introspective anthem. Lyrically, the song draws on the myth of the Titan condemned to bear the weight of the sky — a metaphor for the emotional burdens we carry and the silent expectations imposed by society. “We have no control over what happens around us,” the band explains, “but letting go of that weight may be the most liberating act of all.”

Hellfox’s music thrives on contrast: dual female vocals (melodic and growled), distorted layers, and atmospheric electronics merge into an emotional and immersive sound. With influences ranging from Amorphis and In Flames to Dark Tranquillity, the band has forged a distinctive identity that breaks away from traditional tropes, embracing vulnerability, rage, beauty, and discomfort in equal measure.

“The Spectrum of Human Gravity” is a conceptual journey into the depths of the human psyche. It explores difficult yet universal emotions—loneliness, self-doubt, alienation—through allegorical storytelling and striking visual metaphors. Each song gives voice to a different “face of the self,” capturing the chaos and coherence that define our inner worlds.

With “Atlas“, Hellfox once again demonstrates their ability to balance emotional weight with sonic power, delivering a track that is as crushing as it is cathartic.

Visually intense and emotionally charged, the video captures the psychological depth and inner conflict that define the song. With a dark and cinematic aesthetic, it mirrors the suffocating stillness of insomnia and the emotional weight we often carry in silence.

“We wanted the visuals to reflect that moment when everything feels heavy — and yet something inside pushes to break free,” the band explains.

The video reinforces Hellfox’s core message: embracing vulnerability without fear and finding power in the act of letting go.

Watch the official video for “Atlas“: https://youtu.be/qJYCHriZ5sk

Digital – https://lnk.to/3WfvHe​

Due out June 6th, 2025, album pre-orders are now available at the following link: https://bit.ly/3EsNGWd​

First Single – “Seaweed Braids”
​LISTEN: http://lnk.to/VWMn1P​
​VIDEO: https://youtu.be/IVGYAixzUOU​
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To celebrate the release of “The Spectrum of Human Gravity,” HELLFOX will perform a series of live shows. The first two dates have already been announced, and many more are on the way. Stay tuned for a full tour schedule that will soon be revealed!
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06/06/2025 Release Party at Dedolor Music Headquarter, Rovellasca (Co), Italy
07/06/2025 with Folkstone and Vallorch at Tatoo Nerd Fest / Fiera di Parma, Italy
07/07/2025 with Broken By The Scream at the Legend Club, Mila,n Italy
18/07/2025 with Genus Ordinis Dei at Have A Drink On Me Day 5 Fest, Brembate di Sopra (Bg), Italy
06/09/2025 Alchemica Music Club / Bologna, Italy
28/09/2025 Druso / Ranica (Bg), Italy
17/01/2026 Arci Tom / Mantova, Italy

TRACK LISTING:​
1. Nautilus – Seaweed Braids
2. Empty
3. Water On The Ceiling
4. Pareidolia
5. Atlas
6. Six Times Lighter
7. The Centipede
8. The Warrior, The Child, The Healer
9. Voices
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​Hellfox Line Up:​
Greta Hammonia Antico: vocals
Priscilla Poe Foresti: bass and vocals
Gloria Naflekt Kaps: guitars
Federica Fedi Piscopo: drums
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​CREDITS:​
Recorded at Eden Studio by Alessio Lucatti
Mixed and Mastered by Domination Studio by Simone Mularoni.
Cover art by Eva Marabotti.

ABOUT:

HELLFOX is an ALL FEMALE alternative metal (alt-metal) band with melodic death tendencies. Despite the four completely different musical backgrounds, we share a common inspiration to Amorphis, In Flames, Dark Tranquillity as far as composition is concerned, while for the choice of sounds we intended to move away from the Symphonic, recognizably feminine scenario to include acid and distorted synths so that we could create modern atmospheres that more closely met our tastes and better married the pop timbre of the melodic vocals. The dualism of HELLFOX is not meant to be understood on a conflicting level, it is instead the result of different voices within the human soul, different faces if you will, that mingle and generate the person itself, in its entirety, that although they seem to struggle, they coexist and create harmony and balance. We don’t use masks to conform to a mass, nor do we want to stand out at all costs, we just want to be ourselves in a society where normality is only a surface, the abyss instead is made up of so many facets of personality, both for the group and especially for the individual human being. Ours is a message within everyone’s reach, in which one can recognize oneself: that little voice in the head that either draws you in or drives you away… Because for us, nothing is normal, nothing is different.

More info: https://www.rockshots.eu | https://www.instagram.com/hellfoxofficial | https://www.facebook.com/HellfoxOfficial​

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0 EPK – Z-Cocoon – Angels (2025)

  • May 27, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · EPKs · Z-Cocoon

EPK – Z-Cocoon – Angels (2025)

Publicist – Jon Asher – jon[@]ashermediarelations[.]com

“We are extremely excited to release our new EP, Angels, to the world! It’s the first recordings that were performed as a band, and everything recorded was mixed in-house at Casa Cocoon. Very proud of the outcome. We got a lot more music coming after this EP and can’t wait to keep this cocoon train rolling. If you’re into the classics such as Dio, Sabbath, Deep Purple, or blues guys such as Hendrix, Trower, Stevie Ray, or just dig stoner rock/ doom metal but are looking for something a little different, THEN TAKE A LISTEN AND PUT IT LOUD!”” – Z-Cocoon

For fans of Black Sabbath, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Pentagram

All Links – https://linktr.ee/zcocoon

EP Pre-save – https://earache.lnk.to/Angels

Facebook.com/ZCocoon | Instagram.com/z_cocoonmusic | Youtube.com/@z-cocoon9351

Spotify | Z-cocoon.bandcamp.com | Apple Music | Soundcloud.com/z-cocoon

“Z-Cocoon is firmly grounded in blues-heavy stoner rock, it also shows an awareness of other sides of rock and hip-hop that often the sub-genre completely walls itself off from. Little things like short interjections from the backing vocals, a willingness to put vocals ahead of guitars, and a thick-as-fuck kick drum sound — tweaks like that combine with the Sabbathian riffs and dynamic vocals for a pretty addictive listen.” – Invisible Oranges

“This EP does a great job of showcasing Zolla’s chops as a songwriter and as a performer. I personally find Zolla to be a great vocalist, and each of the tracks on here allow him to flex his mid-to-high range voice and sort of nasally cadence. I love the way he adds a rasp into his voice.” – Where Strides the Behemoth

Second song – Just Tell Me – has an “Audioslave” quality to it with Marc’s vocals and some of the music that appears at the start. However, Marc switches things up a bit and plays some classic “Hard Rock” melodies and superb vocals for the standout song on the EP. – Outlaws of the Sun Blog

Band: Z-Cocoon
EP Title: Angels
Release Date: June 6, 2025
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: Earache Record Digital Distribution

Track Listing:
1. Dr. Crane – 4:17
2. Truth Don’t Matter – 3:42
3. For My Life – 6:37
Album Length: 14:36

EP Credits:
Recorded and mixed by Marc Zolla.
Mastered by Kent Stump (Crystal Clear Sound/WoFat)
EP artwork by Camille Grenier.
Member of SOCAN
Canadian Content – MAPL

Band Lineup:
Guitar/Vocals: Marc Zolla
Bass: John Burton
Drums: Michel Paradis

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About The EP Artwork:

I really love collecting comics, so I wanted something similar to Batman. My girlfriend Camille Grenier is very good at drawing and designing tattoos, so I mentioned I wanted a bat/gargoyle looking down on the city with a Fender Strat, sort of like the gargoyle is coming back from the dead to show the city what he’s got waiting to show his music. The dark/gothic aesthetic fits in with how the music feels. A mix of comic/dark/gothic aesthetic and the guitar is put on the cover to pay homage to most blues album covers, where they’re holding their guitar or a Fender Strat that always looked cool.

About The EP:
It’s a mix of heavy blues meets doom metal, meets rock n roll. Heavy grooving riffs and dark vocals with slashing swinging solos. Lyrically inspired by comics and personal experiences.

Track by Track:

1. Dr. Crane: heavy bluesy song about Dr.Crane, aka The Scarecrow (one of the villains in the Batman Universe)

2. Truth Don’t Matter: exactly what the title says. Very Pentagram-inspired riff, but then catchy. I was actually listening to a lot of Biggie Smalls to get the inspiration to cut instruments so the vocals stand out in the “truth don’t matter” hook.

3. For My Life: Fiction about protecting my home from invading demons, spirits, and vampires. I would say inspired by horror movies and comics in general. Long song with a heavy doom metal style riff and a breakdown section to mix it up a little bit, and obviously a nice guitar solo.

L to R: Marc Zolla (Guitar/Vocals), Michel Paradis (Drums), John Burton (Bass)

Z-Cocoon originally started as solo project by Marc Zolla in 2017 with many self released EPs and singles. It is now a power trio mixing elements of stoner rock, heavy blues and classic heavy metal. The new EP Angels recorded by Zolla, Johnny B and Michel in studio features 3 new songs. Electrically-charged heavy music with savage guitar jabs, rockin’ blues and hot solos! 

Discography:
2017 – Alienation – EP – Pink Cocoon
2020 – No Control – single
2021 – Dark – EP
2021 – X Ray Eyes – single
2022 – Fake Smiles/ Sonny Boy – single
2025 – Angels – EP

Shared Stage with: Witch Mountain, Telekinetic Yeti, The Well, Castle, A Pale Horse Named Death

Tours and Festivals
2022 – Summerdaze Festival 2022
2019 – Tour NYC
2019 – 7-day East Coast USA
2018 – Eargasm festival
2018 – Robfest
2018 – 6-day tour East Coast of Canada
2017 – Basin Fest

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