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This is a very strong release rich in esoteric, enchanting tapestries, ancient mythology and truly evil atmospherics. If you are looking for a black metal album that extends beyond the traditional stylistics associated with the genre then I strongly recommend checking this album out.

Rating 4/5

http://www.midlandsmetalheads.com/review-of-incantations-through-the-gates-of-irkalla-by-akhenaten/

0 Moshville Times – Sunday Video Review (including Demise Of The Crown)

Demise Of The Crown – “We Are Invincible”

This Montreal act churn out some pretty decent heavy/groove/rock/power metal stuff and their debut, self-titled, album is out on March 4th

http://www.moshville.co.uk/video/2016/02/sunday-video-review-including-the-dead-xiii-ornot/

0 Canadian Beats – Interview – Necronomicon

http://canadianbeats.ca/2016/02/20/interview-necronomicon/

0 Metal Jacket Mag – Buffalo Theory MTL – Skeptic Knight (Stand Productions)

Uvjeren sam da imaju prilično zabavne liveove jer im glazba zvučikao ozbiljna zajebancija. Ritam je još uvijek stonerski mid tempo, ali je bubanj “gust” te s toliko udaraca pjesme im dobivaju na vrhunskoj težini koju moram priznat još nisam sreo u tom žanru.

http://metaljacketmagazine.com/recenzija-buffalo-theory-mtl-skeptic-knight/

0 Metal France – Like Animals – Feral (EP)

En fait c’est un peu comme si vous mélangiez du RUSH, avec un peu de RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS, en y rajoutant une pincée de math rock !

http://www.metalfrance.net/chroniques-albums-metal/like-animals-feral

0 The Metalist – Demise of The Crown – S/T

The opening track of ‘We Are Invincible‘ sets the tone of the album, that the band are going to blast some real in-your-face power prog, and they are going to be relentless in the flurry of notes that comes this way. It’s mid-tempo heavy riffing with fast, technical and melodic solos

http://themetalist.net/album-review-demise-of-the-crown-demise-of-the-crown/

0 NEWS: MARTRIDEN Posts New Lyric Video For Album Title Track ‘Cold And Silence’ + FREE Track Download

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – February 23, 2016

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For fans of Dissection, Enslaved, Opeth, In Flames, Mastodon, Gojira, Morbid Angel, Decapitated

MARTRIDEN Posts New Lyric Video For Album Title Track ‘Cold And Silence’ + FREE Track Download

Producing blackened death metal with progressive and symphonic highlights that sound straight from the depths of hell. Denver, CO nightmare MARTRIDEN have posted a new lyric video for the title track off their most recent album ‘Cold And Silence’ unleashed during November 2015 to follow their previous releases 2010’s ‘Encounter The Monolith’ and 2007’s ‘The Unsettling Dark’ (Candlelight Records).

The track, which is also available for FREE download is one of seven off the full length that deals with each telling a story and theme about the insignificance of human life compared to the vast entirety of the universe.

Lyric Video – Cold And Silence – https://youtu.be/A1kQFtv0MmE

FREE DOWNLOAD – ‘Cold And Silence’ – https://martriden.bandcamp.com/track/cold-and-the-silence

Album Order – https://martriden.bandcamp.com/album/cold-and-the-silence

1. Pendulum (7:47)

2. Cold and the Silence (7:30)

3. Invisible Cities (7:27)

4. The Grey (6:50)

5. Blackened Trees (8:27)

6. Fear and Dread (6:56)

7. Consequence (9:05)

About:

Martriden are an all-American nightmare producing blackened death metal with progressive and symphonic highlights that sound straight from the depths of hell. Established in 2005 in their home state of Montana, USA and now residing in Denver, CO. The band’s name is derived from the Scandinavian word “Maradraum” meaning nightmare. The name is also associated with various folklore of a malignant female wraith who causes what is now known as sleep paralysis.

Their sinister arrangement of black and death metal is influenced by their European counterparts while maintaining distinctly, unapologetic American style. The band draws inspiration from greats like Opeth, Behemoth, and Bloodbath, while crafting their own symphonic elements. Martriden are known for writing soaring tracks courtesy of Shane Howard writing thick guitar riffs paired with his brother Kyle’s keyboard and acid gargling vocals. Will Thackeray wraps up each song tightly around his dark guitar riffs for the perfect balance of melody and heaviness. Shane currently records and engineers albums in his Sawn and Quartered Studio and does recording collaborations with Dave Otero at Denver’s Flatline Audio Studios. He has been involved in the recordings of Wayfarer, Satan’s Host, Khemmis, and the last two Cattle Decapitation recordings.

Following successful US tour dates with the mighty EMPEROR, as well as the release of their 2010 ‘Encounter The Monolith’, 2007’s ‘The Unsettling Dark’ via Candlelight Records and 2006’s self-titled EP via SOAR, the band has released their most anticipated album to date: “Cold And The Silence” on November 28th, 2015. Their release is a seven track, full-length album, which compromises nothing in terms of production and depth of story. The album deals with life in general with each song telling a story and themes about the insignificance of human life compared to the vast entirety of the universe.

For more info, please visit http://www.martridenrocks.com.

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0 NEWS: STRIKER Posts Drum Video of Randy Black Performing ‘One Life’ + US Tour; Vancouver & Victoria

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – February 23, 2016

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For Fans of Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Enforcer, Skullfist, Steelwing

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STRIKER Posts Drum Video of Randy Black Performing ‘One Life’, Announce US Dates plus Vancouver & Victoria

New Album ‘Stand In The Fire’ Out Now; Currently On European Tour w/ Primal Fear

Music Video – Too Late – Watch here.

Song Stream – Out For Blood – Listen here.

Unleashing their new album ‘Stand In The Fire’ earlier this month, Canadian power metallers STRIKER whom are currently on tour across Europe with Primal Fear (dates below) have posted video of album drummer Randy Black performing‘One Life’, which can be viewed at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8vRsKDCUzM

In additional news, following their European tour they will crossing back over the pond for their headlining US dates w/ Spellcaster, Weresquatch and Thrashole (dates listed below) plus announcing upcoming Canadian dates at a later date.

Striker USA Dates:

*Striker Only – **Striker & Spellcaster Only

April 29 – Victoria, BC – Logan’s Pub **

April 30 – Vancouver, BC – The Media Club **

May 13 – Portland, OR – Bossanova Ballroom

May 14 – Boise, ID – The Shredder

May 15 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Metro **

May 16 – Reno, NV – PB & J’s

May 17 – Fullerton, CA – Slidebar

May 18 – Scottsdale, AZ – The Rogue Bar

May 19 – El Paso, TX – Mesa Music Hall

May 20 – San Antonio, TX – The Korova

May 21 – Houston, TX – Satellite Bar

May 23 – Orlando, FL – Bombshell Tavern

May 24 – Atlanta, GA – 529 **

May 25 – Covington, KY – Backstage Cafe

May 27 – Chicago, IL – Reggie’s Live

May 29 – Des Moines, IA – Vaudeville Mews

May 30 – Dubuque, IA – The Venue

May 31 – Omaha, NE – Lookout Lounge

June 1 – Colorado Springs, CO – Sunshine S/L

June 2 – North Platte, NE – Sculley Shooters

June 3 – Scottsbluff, NE – Elks Lodge

June 4 – Billings, MT – The Railroad

June 6 – Minneapolis, MN – 7th St. Entry *

Striker February 2016 Euro Dates w/ Primal Fear

Remaining Dates:

Feb 23 – Wien, Austria – Szene

Feb 24 – Kraków, Poland – Klub-Kwadrat

Feb 25 – Berlin, Germany – K17

Feb 26 – Wurzburg, Germany – Posthalle

Feb 27 – Essen, Germany – Turock

Feb 28 – Vosselaar, Belgium – Biebob

About the album:

‘Stand In The Fire’ is STRIKER‘s most uncompromising record to date. A record packed with incredible riffs and colossal anthems, all laced together with epic harmonies. Inspired by legendary bands like Iron Maiden, Striker wears their hearts firmly on their battle jackets, soaking up the power and influence of classic rock and metal.

The band; Dan Clearly (vocals) Tim Brown (lead/rhythm guitars) William Wallace (bass) Adam Brown (drums) recorded the album themselves with the help of Randy Black (who filled in on drums while Adam was away…) and mixing genius Frederik Nordstrom (Bring Me The Horizon, In Flames, Opeth) giving them not only the time and space needed but the freedom to set up the release direct to fans worldwide.

‘Stand in The Fire’ available on limited edition orange vinyls at Striker-Metal.com plus digitally on iTunes, CD Baby.

To hear a full stream of the album, please visit the following link here.

Track Listing ‘Stand In The Fire’:

1. Phoenix Lights (3:38)

2. Out For Blood (3:51)

3. Too Late (4:52)

4. Stand In the Fire (3:39)

5. The Iron Never Lies (4:06)

6. Escape From Shred City (2:53)

7. Outlaw (4:35)

8. Locked In (3:45)

9. United (4:06)

10. Better Times (3:37)

11. One Life (4:17)

Album Length: 43:23

About Striker:

STRIKER formed in Edmonton, Canada in 2007 and they were signed to German label Iron Kodex off the strength of their first demo. They made two albums with the label and recorded 2nd album Armed To The Teeth with acclaimed producer Michael Wagener (Ozzy, Skid Row, Metallica). They played shows with Metallica in Canada and hit the road for what eventually became a full world tour with shows across Europe and Japan. They used their time in Europe to work with Frederik Nordstrom and were snapped up by Napalm Records in 2012 for the release of the acclaimed album City Of Gold.

For more info: www.Striker-Metal.com.