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0 Wacken Metal Battle Canada Champs STRIGAMPIRE’s New Video “Brave The Tempest” Is A Dark Energetic Death Metal Force; New Album “All To Dominate” Produced by Chris Donaldson (Cryptopsy)

January 16, 2024
by Asher
· Music News · Strigampire

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Montreal, QC – January 16, 2024

Wacken Metal Battle Canada Champs STRIGAMPIRE’s New Music Video “Brave The Tempest” Is A Dark Energetic Death Metal Force

New Album “All To Dominate” Out Now!

Produced by Christian Donaldson (Cryptopsy)

L-R – (Back row) James Foster / Drums – BadGuy P / Bass (Front row) – Steve DC / Vocals – Willy Thousand / Guitars – Johnny Dead / Guitars

The future looks incredibly promising for Canadian metal act Strigampire, who has just recently released their third album “All To Dominate” in December. This comes after they played the monolithic Wacken Festival this past summer, a spot they earned as the 2023 Canadian Wacken Metal Battle champs. The record is a musical explosion that straddles the line between death metal and black metal, and the newest single “Brave The Tempest”, is a melancholic track that offers melodic introspection. Vocalist Steve DC shares his thoughts:

“In the final track of the album, I share my perspective on the importance of being attentive to external signs that indicate the need for a change in order to achieve inner well-being. There is a slower-paced refrain, tinged with melancholy, where hope and determination linger. This song encourages us to rise up and confront life with a determined attitude. I quickly got to the refrain to explain why, in my opinion, it’s our ballad, but in reality, the song is very energetic and mainly composed of catchy riffs.”

Watch the music video for “Brave The Tempest” via its premiere on Lambgoat HERE.

Compared to their previous releases, Strigampire has maintained a similar recipe while also reinventing themselves a bit. Some songs have a more black metal style, others lean towards rock; some are highly aggressive, while others are more melodic and tempered. Even though it remains melodic and has nothing to do with mathcore or technical death metal, we showcase each member’s musical skills through frantic guitar solos and high-energy drum rhythms.

Get ready to be transported into a whirlwind of raw energy and incendiary riffs because the best is yet to come for this exceptional band. Released on December 15, 2023, “All To Dominate” is recommended for fans of Cradle Of Filth, Dark Tranquillity, and Children Of Bodom.

“All To Dominate” is available at the following links:

Album order (CD/Digital) at https://strigampire.bandcamp.com.

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/41RzvBi

Lyric Video – Liberty – https://youtu.be/ocjvdclKICQ

Music Video – Sold Our Soul – https://youtu.be/6nlZwywZpow

Track Listing
1. Liberty (4:37)
2. Dominate Them All (4:17)
3. Sold Our Soul (5:31)
4. In The Maze of The Lost (4:23)
5. Where I Belong (6:11)
6. Basking In Paradise (5:02)
7. Death Silence (4:49)
8. The Day I’ll Join You (4:24)
9. Brave The Tempest (4:21)
10. TNT (AC/DC cover) (3:32)
Album Length (47:07)

Album and Live Band Line Up:
Steve DC – Vocals
Johnny Dead – Guitars
Willy Thousand – Guitars
BadGuy P. Provencher – Bass
James Foster – Drums

Album Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Strigampire
• All songs written by: Johnny Dead & Willy Thousand
• Produced by: Christian Donaldson & Strigampire
• Mixed by: Christian Donaldson
• Mastered by: Christian Donaldson
• Album Artwork by: Dan “Dotel” Turcotte

More info: Strigampire.com | Facebook.com/Strigampire | Instagram.com/strigampire

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“Feverishly jittery riffing, a booming low-end pulse, and bestial snarls build anticipation for what’s to come, and what comes is a rushing phalanx of jolting grooves, slashing and searing chords, riotously swirling leads, and scorch-the-earth vocals. The song (Sold Our Soul) hammers the pulse, and there’s abundant devilry in it too, as well as near-sung gang yells, tumbling percussive fills, deliriously exultant soloing that soars to screaming heights — and a break for a beer. But there’s a kind of mystical melodic line that also slithers through the heavy metal exultation until the soloing rockets it high.” – NoCleanSinging

“Hailing from Trois-Riviers, Quebec, Strigampire were this year’s Canadian Wacken Battle winners. So, belated congrats to them for that. The second feather in this year’s successful cap has been added with the forthcoming release of their latest and third full length, All to Dominate. Weaving in a variety of extreme styles under a banner of extensive melodic crafting and the sense that they are the life of any party they RSVP to, Strigampire (the name is a combination of the Italian word for “witch” and the English word for “vampire”) offers up a seat on a carousel powered by rapid fire compositions, shredding guitars and a vocalist who’d just as tickle your funny bone as bounce a hammer off it. Think Children of Bodom, Arch Enemy, At the Gates, Dimmu Borgir and Cradle of Filth.” – Decibel Magazine

“Huit albums métal à découvrir en décembre…. Strigampire All To Dominate” – Thorium Magazine

“This has a bit of a Children of Bodom vibe, melodic, keyboardy, catchy and heavy thrashy too.” – The Mosh Pit – WORT 89.9 FM (Madison, WI)

“Five years beyond the last album One Fix, Nine Clouds & Six Feet Deep, Strigampire appeals to a great cross-section of underground (and above) metalheads through the work present on All to Dominate. Prepare to be devastated in a firestorm and crawl out in survival mode to these songs – as the future looks quite bright for these musicians. 8.5/10” – Ded Rhetoric

“”All To Dominate” is a solid release, especially for fans of Dark Tranquility and At The Gates.” – Amplified-Magazin

“All in all, the new STRIGAMPIRE silver disc still impressively underlines why the five-piece won the preliminary decision for the Wacken Metal Battle Canada. With their mix of melodic black and death metal, which is driven forward by a very pronounced rock DNA, the Canadians have a very unique mix of styles with them…. you have to put the quintet on your musical notepad for the future. 8/10” – PowerMetal.de

“For a band hovering in the darker sides of metal, the songs are surprisingly upbeat. It’s often the vocals that sound the darkest and more extreme—here we have a cross between melodic death growls and black metal screeches. The songs are fast and melodic, and I found it very hard to sit still while listening to them as they all, without exception, just get you going —prepare for intense headbanging, air guitaring, maybe trying to sing along, or at the very least get the foot tapping. My favourite song is “Sold Our Soul”; the beginning always makes me stop whatever I’m doing, and then it’s just headbanging frenzy. The songs have kind of a European power metal energy to them: fast (I’ve said that), heavy, pounding, and very catchy. If they used cleaner vocals, I wouldn’t be surprised if heavy/power metallers who don’t mind harsher, rougher music would get into this, though I would advise the band not to try that—the vocal style is a perfect match for their music. The album ends with a cover of AC/DC’s “T.N.T.”, probably my second favourite (as of this writing) as it is an excellent cover of that classic song. The vocals here are different, a good hybrid of the harsh style and that of Bon Scott’s—definitely interesting, and the band’s rendition of the song is fucking excellent. I think Bon Scott would approve… Fucking good stuff, and no wonder they won that Wacken contest with such quality material. 4.75/5″ – The Metal Crypt

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0 Israel’s SINNERY Unleashes Their Thrash Madness “Below the Summit” On All Platforms! (Digital/CD/Vinyl)

January 16, 2024
by Asher
· Music News · Sinnery (EXSR)

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Montreal, QC – January 16, 2024

Israel’s SINNERY Unleashes Their Thrash Madness “Below the Summit” On All Platforms! (Digital/CD/Vinyl)

L to R – Alon Karnieli – Lead Vocals and Rhythm Guitar, Liam Fine – Drums, Saar Tuvi – Bass, Idan Kringle – Lead Guitar

Photo Credit – Or Shenkerman

Unleashing their thrash madness this past September on Exitus Stratagem Records with their latest EP “Below The Summit”, Israel’s Sinnery was forced to take down the music as war broke out. Ready to re-upload their latest headbangers, the band announces that thrash fans can rejoice as the music is now back on all digital platforms as of January 16th, 2024 along with it being available on CD and Vinyl.

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3vEGZfb

Apple Music – https://apple.co/3ShenRN

Vinyl – https://bit.ly/48xO9jQ

CD – https://bit.ly/3TUPKM8

The EP picks up where Sinnery‘s 2022 album “Black Bile” left off, continuing their self-actualization journey through searing guitar work, pummeling basslines, and vocals that cut through like a razor. “Below the Summit” is a very fast-paced piece of music where a lot is happening all at once. It’s a journey further into the minds of Sinnery, the music and lyrics are a barrage of exactly what they feel in the most authentic and exaggerated way pummeling the listener with a wall of intensity. It is a very human experience that has been etched into this recording, detailing the strange times we are currently living through. The band comments:

“This record marks another important milestone in our lives and careers as we continue to explore further and expand the horizons of what Sinnery’s music can be. We put a lot of thought and effort into Below The Summit to try and get everything we can into it. We sat for hours producing it and sharpening every riff or word in it to make it an experience like we never did before. BTS is a moment in time when we didn’t know exactly how things will turn out for us, we were isolated in our homes when we began writing this, sharing ideas from afar. It was a special experience for us to write this record like this and we feel like we really put that into it.”

On this EP, Sinnery introduces new drummer Liam Fine who has written and recorded on the EP all while learning the band’s older material. In just four months Liam learned 19 songs and wrote four more. Doing so much all at once is probably the most “Sinnery” thing that could have happened to anyone joining in.

“Below the Summit” was mixed and mastered by Arie Aranovich and the album artwork was done by Xul1349 and inspired by a famous Japanese painting called “Thunderstorm Beneath The Summit” by legendary artist Katsushika Hokusai. The EP is recommended for fans of Sylosis, Metallica, and Power Trip.

Videos:

“Share This” (Music Video) https://youtu.be/Yf5of0iJ_mw

“Somber” (Animated Music Video) – https://youtu.be/YD4BYI4xERE

“An Ode“ (Music Video) – https://youtu.be/HbUU3dXVNKo

Track Listing:
1. Somber – 3:27
2. An Ode (Knife Of Erato) – 5:16
3. We Just Want You To – 0:21
4. Share This – 2:19
5. Serene – 5:13
EP Length: 16:38

EP Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Sinnery
• All songs written by: SInnery
• Produced by: Sinnery
• Mixed by: Arie Aranovich
• Mastered by: Arie Aranovich
• EP Artwork by: Xul1349

EP Band Lineup:
Alon Karnieli – Vocals & Guitars
Idan Kringel – Guitars
Saar Tuvi – Bass
Liam Fine – Drums

For more info:
Exsrmusic.com
Facebook.com/SinneryBand
Instagram.com/sinnerybandofficial

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“Fans of Kreator, Testament, The Haunted, Nuclear Assault and Exodus hopefully gathered ‘round and checked the band out, if not because they deliver thrash with passionate fierceness and frantic ferocity, but because it’s always interesting to check out what’s emerging from smaller and more obscure metal scenes from other corners of the globe.” – Decibel Magazine

“As we’ve come to expect from Sinnery, the EP is an electrifying high-speed romp, packed to the brim with blistering and bludgeoning drumwork, earth-moving bass-lines, blazing and eviscerating riffage, and strikingly intense vocals that manifest in different ways, from hardcore screaming to death metal roars and wrenching singing. But, also as expected, Sinnery switch things up as they fly. The opener “Somber“, for example, is a full-throttle and heavy-grooved assault, and a great example of Sinnery‘s incendiary intensity, but when the tremolo’d riffing and glittering lead-work take a bleak and even anguished turn, you understand the song’s name. It’s also a vivid example of why no one who’s heard Sinnery would ever brand them as “party thrash”. There’s too much passion in the music that’s born of difficulty and dismay.” – No Clean Singing

“the Israeli thrashers continue to slash open skin with voracious riffs and terrorising intensity on all fronts, even if one of the tracks is a very short interlude piece. ‘Somber ‘ smashes into the listener with full force vitriol ,super aggressive vocals, and that sense of nihilistic violence. The short fade-in to ‘An Ode (Knife Of Erato)’ gives you about five seconds breathing space before the song lacerates with acerbic riffing and caustic vocals. There is a brief semi-acoustic segment which leads into a tuneful bridging riff that I really like here and the EP spits out ‘Share This’ after the short interlude. Its incendiary attack is typical of the band’s wrathful intent and the EP closes with a very different tune called ‘Serene’. Its calm start leads into a slower riff where the far more casual and melodic approach is still balanced by harsh vocals which may indicate the direction the band will be going in future. 8/10” – Powerplay Magazine UK

“Israel’s Sinnery sound like they’d have been more at home in the New Wave Of American Heavy Metal. This mixes the best of 2000s metal core and latter-day Trivium across four high-adrenaline tracks.” – Metal Hammer UK

“the EP offers the finest Thrash Metal a la Trivium, Power Trip or Gojira. Every song pushes hard, backed up with Death Metal-like screams and plenty of tempo. A foretaste of a hopefully forthcoming album. I give it 8 out of 10 Hellfire points” – Hellfire Magazin

“”Sinnery’s “Below The Summit” is a solid concentrate of uncompromising Thrash, ready to destroy everything in its path. 4/5″ – Music Waves

“After their 2022 album ‘Black Bile’ this is a welcome return and is showing that Sinnery have got the talent to become bigger. Let’s hope for another full album soon. If it’s anything like this it will be special. 8/10” – My Global Mind

“Sinnery know how to go hard and deliver a crashing and banging level of thrash noise, with this EP serving as mighty example of that. Five tracks of dazzling speed, frenetic riffs, and pounding drums, all while the vocals roar and shout with pointed aggression. If you’re not head banging like crazy to the opening track Somber, there might be something wrong with you.” – Games Brrraaains & Headbanging-Life

“Comparisons have been drawn with Trivium and Power Trip, but it’s to Sinnery’s credit that they sound like no one but themselves, they’ve developed a signature sound that melds death and thrash to great effect, and Below The Summit finds Sinnery rising majestically.” – Devolution Magazine

“Those who live for a great amalgamation across the progressive, extreme, modern, and thrash genres may find Sinnery with Below the Summit very intriguing. A good teaser for what could be a blockbuster third album if these gentlemen push themselves into the right live show/festival action.” – Dead Rhetoric

“Only a year following the sludgy death-thrash Black Bile record, this new EP brings even greater amounts of energy and aggression.” – Metal Has No Borders (Album of the Month (Honorable Mentions))

“Full of passion, energy, and commitment, Sinnery have produced a fine EP which they can be rightly proud of.” – Ever-Metal

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0 Rockshots Records – Eregion Shares New Video “Kingdom of Heaven” Off Forthcoming Album Out Spring 2024

January 16, 2024
by Asher
· Eregion (Rockshots Records) · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – January 16, 2024

Rockshots Records – Eregion Shares New Video “Kingdom of Heaven” Off Forthcoming Album Out Spring 2024

Photo Credit – Pino Panetta

Heavy/power metal band Eregion is set to captivate fans once again with the release of their brand new single, “Kingdom of Heaven”.

This highly-anticipated track offers a powerful blend of distinctive power metal tones, coupled with the band’s signature epic flair, promising a gripping musical journey.

As a precursor to their upcoming album slated for a spring 2024 launch, “Kingdom of Heaven” marks a definitive shift in the band’s sound, featuring more pronounced power metal elements. As a prelude to the spring album launch, Eregion introduces a refreshed lineup, welcoming Dario Fontana as the lead vocalist and Davide “Gengis” Gianforte as the bassist, injecting renewed energy into the band’s sonic landscape.

The track explores the historical theme of the Crusades, delving into the camaraderie that unites warriors before and during battle. Adding an extra layer of richness to the single is the collaboration with exceptional guest musicians, including Katija Di Giulio (Eternal Silence) on the violin, Claudia Beltrame (Degrees Of Truth, Silent Angel), and Stefano Vallino (Tesla Shamans) contributing to the vocal sections.

LISTEN – https://bfan.link/kingdom-of-heaven

VIDEO – https://youtu.be/UUDz2lsfwj4

For more info:
Rockshots.eu
https://www.facebook.com/eregionband
https://instagram.com/eregionband

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0 Moncton’s OMNIVIDE’s Debut Progressive Album “A Tale of Fire” Makes An Impressive Introduction With “Holy Killer”

January 16, 2024
by Asher
· Music News · Omnivide

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Montreal, QC – January 16, 2024

Moncton’s OMNIVIDE’s Debut Progressive Album “A Tale of Fire” Makes An Impressive Introduction With “Holy Killer”

Debut Full-Length “A Tale Of Fire” Out March 22, 2024

L-R – Alex Cormier (Bass), Nicolas Pierre Boudreau (Guitar), Samuel Frenette (Guitar & Vocals), Samuel Lavoie (Keyboards), Marc-André Richard (Drums)

Photo Credit – Deepti Suddul – DeeptiSuddul.com

In 2020, Moncton, Canada’s progressive metal band Omnivide emerged from the remnants of the Opeth Tribute project called Sunbird. Seeking to move beyond paying homage to their influences, they dedicated themselves to crafting a unique sound all their own. The results of this hard work are being presented this spring with their debut album “A Tale of Fire”, which balances heavy, technical, and symphonic elements in a cohesive and intriguing progressive package. The first single, “Holy Killer” was one of the first tracks written as a band and it makes sense that it is the initial introduction many will have to Omnivide. The band explains:

“This song was written early in the album-making process and was one of those songs that helped us define our sound. The song tells the story of a man who has done terrible deeds in his lifetime in the name of the deities he worships, expecting a place amongst those deities in the afterlife. The song reflects this dark theme melodically, being composed of dark, grandiose sections and more brutal, in-your-face riffing that illustrate the various stages of this story.“

Watch and listen to “Holy Killer” via its lyric video premiere on TheCirclePit at https://youtu.be/gwIYIHQK_i0

Single pre-save (Spotify) – https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/omnivide/holy-killer

With this album, Omnivide is trying to provide a musical journey that people can listen through from start to finish while remaining engaged. The highs and lows in intensity and the various emotional tones of the songs, which range from dark and brutal to emotional and beautiful, provide contrasts that keep things interesting and moving.

Omnivide wants listeners to feel the pure excitement and energy of their heavier sections, moments later vibe to a beautiful clean section, and the compounding effect of those contrasting parts resulting in a unique experience that is deeply satisfying and rewarding musically. Suitable for a wide range of metalheads, “A Tale of Fire” is most recommended for fans of Obscura, The Black Dahlia Murder, and Opeth.

Due out on March 22, 2024, “A Tale of Fire” is available for album pre-save at https://linktr.ee/omnivide.

Track Listing:
1. Clarity – 6:44
2. Opulence – 4.48
3. Desolate – 7:35
4. A Tale of Fire – 5:05
5. Cosmic Convergence – 5:04
6. Holy Killer – 5:06
7. Death Be Not Proud – 6:32
8. Stoned Dragon – 7:45
Album Length: 48:44

More info: Omnivide.ca

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0 EPK – Confined To Oblivion – “Les Étoiles Filantes” (Les Cowboys Fringants) (cover single) (2024)

January 15, 2024
by Asher
· Confined To Oblivion · EPKs

EPK – Confined To Oblivion – “Les Étoiles Filantes” (Les Cowboys Fringants) (cover single) (2024)

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“For this song, we wanted to emphasize the catchy melody of the original by Les Cowboys Fringants. Starting with a tribute to the song, taking liberties by adding a modern breakdown, and concluding with an epic build-up. We tried to bring an epic and heavy version of a classic Quebec song. The same singalong choruses but we added a renewed energy that’s perfect for a metal Saint Jean Baptiste party.” – Confined To Oblivion

For fans of In Flames, As I lay Dying, The Agonist, Arch Enemy, Parkway Drive

Facebook.com/confinedtooblivion | Twitter.com/forgottencto | Youtube.com/c/ConfinedtoOblivion | Instagram.com/confinedtooblivion

Confinedtooblivion.bandcamp.com | Apple Music | Spotify

“Confined To Oblivion has everything to be serious. Resumption is only their first album, but it showcases every element of a mature band, which knows to melt its influences to create a vortex of heady intensity.” – Acta Infernalis

“c’est toujours de plus en plus lourd” – Ondes Chocs

“Heavy as fuck, catchy when it shouldn’t be, immense instrumentation and tons of energy, this is a very fine melodic death metal release.” – Games, Brrraaains & A Headbanging-Life

[Download Single Cover | Download Single Lyrics]

Band: Confined To Oblivion
Title: Les Étoiles Filantes – Cover from Les Cowboys Fringants
Release Date: 2024-01-12
Label: Self-Release
Single Length: 4min25

Credits:
• Song performed by: Confined To Oblivion
• Song written by: Les Cowboys Fringants
• Produced by: Antony Lepage
• Mixed and Master by Antony Lepage
• Artwork by Jean-Charles Carrère
• Socan FORTIN JEAN YANNICK SOCAN ID. 7640772 IPI No. 710206402
Line Up:
Jean-Charles Carrère – Vocals
Yannick Fortin – Lead Guitar
Simon Chenard – Rhythm Guitar
Antony Lepage – Bass

Originating in Montreal, Canada, Confined to Oblivion emerged onto the music scene in early 2015, drawing inspiration from Melodic Death Metal and Extreme Metal genres. Following the release of their debut EP, “The Cycle,” in 2016, the band returned to the studio in 2018 to craft their second EP, titled “When Did We Stop Listening?”

Confined to Oblivion actively toured and performed at numerous shows across Canada, sharing stages with notable bands such as Unearth, Darkest Hour, The Agonist, and Beyond Creation. The addition of their new vocalist, Jean-Charles Carrere, marked a shift towards a darker musical trajectory for the band. This transition involved the incorporation of more intricate compositions, along with the introduction of black, death, and progressive elements.

The culmination of this evolution is evident in their latest album, “Resumption” (2021), a product of two years of meaningful collaboration. The album, mixed and mastered by Henrik Udd (known for his work with Architects, Bring Me The Horizon, At The Gates), showcases the band’s commitment to pushing musical boundaries and exploring new dimensions in their sound.

FRENCH

Confined to Oblivion a débuté à Montréal en 2015, puisant son inspiration dans le Death Metal mélodique et le Metal extrème. Après la sortie de leur premier EP, “The Cycle”, en 2016, le groupe est retourné en studio en 2018 pour produire leur deuxième EP, intitulé “When Did We Stop Listening?”.

Le groupe a joué au Canada, partageant la scène avec des groupes comme Unearth, Darkest Hour, The Agonist et Beyond Creation.

Avec l’arrivée de leur nouveau chanteur, Jean-Charles Carrere, le groupe a emprunté un chemin musical plus sombre, créant des morceaux plus complexes et introduisant des éléments black, death et même progressifs dans leur composition.

Leur dernier album, “Resumption” (2021), mixé et masterisé par Henrik Udd (connu pour son travail avec Architects, Bring Me The Horizon, At The Gates), est le résultat de deux années de travail.

Shared Stage with: Unearth, Darkest Hour, The Agonist, and Beyond Creation

Festivals:
2019 – Farmfest, Vankleek Hill, ON
2019 – Breakdown Fest – Montreal, QC
2018 – Homefest – Saint Honoré, Qc
2017 – F*CK off fest – La Source de la Martinière, QC

0 Early Bird Tickets On Sale Now! DECIMATE METALFEST 2024 (Millet, AB)

January 15, 2024
by Asher
· Decimate MetalFest · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – January 15, 2024

Early Bird Tickets On Sale Now! DECIMATE METALFEST 2024 (Millet, AB)

June 7-8 – Millet Agriplex – Millet, AB

DMF 2022 Spotify Playlist HERE

DECIMATE METALFEST has launched early bird tickets for their 2024 lineup being held on June 7th and 8th at the Millet Agriplex – Millet, AB (approx 40 kilometres south of Edmonton).

The early bird tickets will be on sale until February 29th and available at https://www.decimatemetalfest.com/online-store

DMF 2024 will be an all-ages event, showcasing bands of all genres from across Western Canada and beyond. Last year’s 2023 open-air consisted of an epic lineup that included Arrival of Autumn, Planet Eater, VOLT, No More Moments, Snakepit, Caveat, Skepsis & more! DMF also incorporated Air Guitar contests and Drag for the first time for the festival, which will continue for 2024. DMF continues to strive for growth, improvement, quality, and safety!

The festival is also looking for volunteers and taking applications at https://www.decimatemetalfest.com/volunteer

The 2024 lineup will be announced in the coming weeks.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM DECIMATE METALFEST 2024…

BANDS BANDS BANDS!!!

AIR GUITAR COMPETITION

DRAG PERFORMERS

SOLO PERFORMERS

GAMING

PRIZES

CAMPING

LOCAL AMENITIES

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

(More details to come!)

About:
Decimate MetalFest is the brainchild of Sloan Voxx of Voxx Promotions, which is destined to become an annual Canadian metal pilgrimage to Alberta, Canada. With the many yearly festivals becoming part of the national metal heritage, Sloan wants Decimate MetalFest to become one of the best-known events alongside the various festivals located within Alberta, and Western Canada. With Voxx Promos booking and promotional experience, and the support of metalheads internationally, there is nothing to stop them from reaching their goal of bringing in the masses and putting on incredible metal festivals for years to come!” (writing credits: Sloan Voxx & Ingrid Newton)

Previous years of Decimate MetalFest included bands such as: Into Eternity (Regina, SK), Hammerdrone (Calgary, AB), Centuries of Decay (Toronto, ON), Tortured Saint (London, ON), Quietus (Edmonton, AB), SYRYN (Calgary, AB), KOSM (Vancouver, BC), Hazzardous Material Burlesque, (Calgary, AB), School of Rock Calgary South (Performance Band -18), Ninjaspy (Vancouver, BC), Widow’s Peak (Calgary, AB), NYLITHIA (Vancouver, BC), Blackwater Burial (Vancouver, BC), Insurrection (Gatineau, QC), Pecado (Calgary, AB), Sludgehammer (Toronto, ON), Gatekeeper (Vancouver, BC), Benevolent Like Quietus (Calgary, AB), ODINFIST (Armstrong, BC), Tessitura (Edmonton, AB), Filth (Shelby, NC), Insvrgence (Austin, TX), and many more!

Decimate MetalFest is a proud member of the Western Canadian Metal Festival Alliance.

Current Affiliates & Partners:
Voxx Entertainment
Millet Town & Agriplex
Millet Lions Memorial Campground
Prairie Fire Productions
Asher Media Relations
Paralyzer Productions
387 Entertainment
RedBlack Recording
Western Canadian Metal Festival Alliance
Loud As Hell Festival
Armstrong Metalfest
Metalocalypstick Fest
Hyperspace Festival

Vendors can email applications to decimatemf[@]gmail[.]com

For more info:
Decimatemetalfest.com
Facebook.com/decimatemf
Instagram.com/decimatemf
Twitter.com/decimatemf
Voxx Entertainment – Facebook.com/voxxentertainment

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0 METAL DE FACTO Unveils “Rise Amaterasu” Off New Album “Land Of The Rising Sun Part. 1” Out Feb 2024

January 12, 2024
by Asher
· Metal De Facto · Music News

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METAL DE FACTO Unveils “Rise Amaterasu” Off New Album “Land Of The Rising Sun Part. 1” Out Feb 2024

Exploding onto the metal scene in 2019, Finnish power metal band Metal De Facto made their debut with “Imperium Romanum”, a full-length with a theme-driven collection of songs about Ancient Rome that was bombastically nostalgic old-school power metal. These fresh but familiar songs quickly caught the attention of metal listeners worldwide, notably with the first single ‘¨The Conqueror’ amassing over 200,000 video views and over 600,000 streams on various streaming platforms.

In early 2020, the band held their first headlining show in Helsinki, which attracted fans from all over the world to attend the show in a packed On the Rocks club. This success quickly led the band to continue performing live, opening for prime moving metal bands Ensiferum and Beast in Black.

Consisting of guitarists Esa Orjatsalo (ex Dreamtale) and Mikko Salovaara (Kiuas), bassist Sami Hinkka (Ensiferum, ssSHhh), keyboardist Benji Klint-Connelly (Everfrost) and drummer Atte Marttinen (ex Kivimetsän Druidi). It was announced however in 2022 that former vocalist Mikael Salo (ex Thy Row, ex Dyecrest) would no longer be the band’s singer. On the same day, the band’s new vocalist Aitor Arrastia hailing from Spain was announced along with the announcement of the band’s upcoming second full-length album, “Land of the Rising Sun Part 1.” The album will be the first of two parts, themed after Japanese culture.

Metal De Facto‘s latest single, “Rise Amaterasu” is a triumphant anthem that showcases their distinctive power metal sound. With robust and resonant tunes, the track captures the core of the band’s celebrated style. This release introduces the band’s new vocalist, Aitor Arrastia, highlighting their musical craftsmanship. “Rise Amaterasu” assures an engaging and dynamic expedition, maintaining the band’s legacy and enthralling listeners with its compelling storyline and impressive expertise, embodying the enduring essence of power metal. Together, let’s revive the grandeur of Power Metal!

LISTEN – https://lnk.to/riseamaterasu

YouTube – https://youtu.be/zBL6MDSJIms

“Land of the Rising Sun Part. 1” will be released on February 9th, 2024 in CD Jewel Case, Vinyl Black and Transparent Splatter Vinyl.

PRE-ORDERS

CD – http://bit.ly/RisingSun1_CD

Vinyl – http://bit.ly/RisingSun1_Vinyl

Vinyl Transparent Splatter – http://bit.ly/RisingSun1_VinylSplat

Previous single – “Code of The Samurai” – https://bfan.link/code-of-the-samurai

Track Listing:
1. Rise Amaterasu
2. Code of the Samurai
3. Heavier Than a Mountain
4. Slave to the Power
5. Divine Wind
6. Tame the Steel
7. Superstars
8. 47 Ronin

To celebrate this momentous occasion Metal De Facto will play shows on the release weekend with Dreamtale and Everfrost (Everfrost only in Helsinki) in Finland!

Show Dates:
Feb 9, 2024 – Yo-talo, Tampere, FIN (with Dreamtale) – Ticket info here.
Feb 10, 2024 – On the Rocks, Helsinki, FIN (with Dreamtale and Everfrost) – Ticket Info here.

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0 EPK – The Risen Dread – Betrayal (2023)

January 12, 2024
by Asher
· EPKs · The Risen Dread

EPK – The Risen Dread – Betrayal (2023)

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Management – Represented by EMG Group. Joel Spielman – emg.joel.spielman[@]gmail[.]com

“I think the new single will shock some people. No one is expecting The Risen Dread to release something without a drummer. Also, it’s the fastest and heaviest song we’ve written so far. I guess for this single we wanted to deliver a quick message. Among all the new songs we have. “Betrayal” was the one that had everything. A song that shows a new version of the band. The fans can expect a lot more from where that came from. Based on the pre-production of the new songs to follow. We’ll be bringing more elements such as choir, orchestra and so on.” – William Ribeiro – Guitarist – The Risen Dread

Band: The Risen Dread
Single Title: Betrayal
Release Date: January 11, 2024
Label: Self-Release

For fans of Lamb Of God, Sepultura, Deicide, In Flames

Facebook.com/TheRisenDread | Instagram.com/therisendread | Youtube

Spotify | Apple Music

“Silent Disease The single drives hard as hell with tons of straightforward grooves and meaty riffs, though with a very pertinent message and accompanying music video” – Metal Injection

“There is a lot for any metal fan to get their teeth stuck into with this impressive release and the fact that this is self produced by the band makes ‘Night Hag’ all the more impressive.” – The Razors Edge

“Night Hag is a banger. One with a lot more depth than you might initially think. Memorable music with all the head-banging trappings you could dream of.” – GBHBL

Band: The Risen Dread
Single Title: Betrayal
Release Date: January 11, 2024
Label: Self-Release

Track Listing:
Betrayal – 3:32

Single Credits:
Performed by: William Ribeiro, Marco Feltrin, Mat Maher and Vasilis Nanos
Written by: Marco Feltrin
Produced by: The Risen Dread at Trackmix Studio in Dublin. Drums recorded at Symbolic Π Studio in Ilioupoli – Greece.
Mixed and Mastered by Andy Classen

Band Lineup:
William Ribeiro – Guitarist
Marco Feltrin – Vocalist
Mat Maher – Bassist
Vasilis Nanos – Drums (Session drummer)

Live Lineup:
William Ribeiro – Guitarist
Marco Feltrin – Vocalist
Mat Maher – Bassist
Drums is always a different session drummer

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About The Single Artwork:

We wanted something dark, black and white. That would reflect the lyrics. And the artwork catches that.

About The Single (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):

The lyrics are about Blanche Monnier. A socialight daughter who was locked in a tiny room by her mother and brother at age 25 because they disagreed with her relationship. She was locked for 25 years in a room without light. She barely had water or food.

Musically, it’s a Death Metal song as simple as it gets. No beating around the bush. Heavy and catchy riffs. Fast double bass and blast beat. With a rest in the middle before we got back to the last chorus.

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Fun Facts – Story Angles:

1. We got lost in a ferry back from the UK to France during the tour. We just couldn’t find the Van among all the trucks. It would’ve helped us if we were on the correct floor. But that was fun because they were about to open the gates and claustrophobic at the time.

2. During the tour with Vader and Marduk. The local promoter in Birmingham messed up badly with the schedule. He’d announced the doors would be open from 6:30 pm and we were scheduled to be on the stage. They opened the door at 6 pm the way supposed to be, but no one had realised that and everyone was standing and checking the merch area. So, there was no one in the venue when we started playing. It was towards to end of the first song when people realized we weren’t sound-checking anymore and they started to come in. We only found out about the promoter’s mistake after when people were talking to us. Almost the same thing happened the next day in Manchester. But we spoke to the Tour Manager said it was 6:05 pm people were lining up outside and the promoter hadn’t opened the door. They opened the door and we were allowed to start playing a little bit later than the schedule because of that.

3. When we played at Wacken Open Air in 2022, we were “all” getting to be taken to the stage. We got all gears ready to do. A van came to pick us up and we had everything planned and everyone knew what had to be done at the of stage. For warm-up, prepare the side banners. We’re on our way to the stage in the van and Marco asked: “We’re getting back to the dressing room, aren’t we?”, I was like “NOOO”. He hadn’t changed his clothes, we got to the back of the stage and he went looking for a place to change clothes. And he is supposed to be setting up the side banners. When I looked around I saw Marco behind a truck changing clothes.

William Ribeiro (Guitar) | Marco Feltrin (Vocal) | Mat Maher (Bass)

The Risen Dread is a metal band from Dublin, Ireland, and has successfully established themselves as one of the country’s most promising metal acts in recent years. Formed in 2019, the band has evolved from the Irish underground to an international touring act. In 2022, the Irish quartet played in Wacken Open Air and joined Vader and Marduk for their EU/UK United Titans tour. After their praised EP “Delusions” (2019), the band took it to the next level in 2021 and used their time locked down during the global pandemic to write and record, delivering their debut album “Night Hag” in January 2022. Three singles, “White Night feat. Andreas Kisser (Sepultura)”, “Silent Disease”, and “Sound Of The Unknown” were released from this album and premiered on Metal Injection, Midlands Metalheads, Kerrang! Radio, and Primordial Radio. The Risen Dread is a powerhouse of Death Metal and Groove Metal, drawing upon a variety of influences from Metalcore to Black Metal to hone their signature sound.

Discography:
2024 – Betrayal (single)
2022 – Night Hag – Album
2020 – Delusions – EP

Shared Stage with: Vader, Marduk, Nephylim, Impalment, Neon Empire, Following the Signs

Tours and Festivals:
2022 – Wacken Open Air – Wacken, Germany
2022 – United Titans European/UK Tour with Vader and Marduk

0 Rockshots Records – LAST IN TIME’s Debut Album “Too Late” Out Now!

January 12, 2024
by Asher
· Last In Time (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – January 12, 2024

Rockshots Records – LAST IN TIME’s Debut Album “Too Late” Out Now!

Italy’s Last In Time‘s debut album “Too Late” is now available from Rockshots Records as of January 12th, 2024. Inviting fans to experience a journey through various musical influences. “Too Late” is a rock album that combines the melody of AOR, the power of hard rock and metal, with a nod to 90s progressive rock. From the first track to the last, every song exudes energy and emotions, making it impossible to stand still in front of the speakers. The roaring guitars, powerful rhythm section, and charismatic vocals of the frontmen give each track an unmistakable authenticity and intensity. The musical diversions and sonic settings showcase a band that is not afraid to push beyond its limits and explore new sounds, without ever losing the essence of their vibrant rock.

Guitarist Massimo Marchetti comments on the debut:

“Finally, the long-awaited moment has arrived! We couldn’t be happier to present our first album “Too Late” to the whole world, in collaboration with Rockshots Records, of which we are truly proud to be a part. From the very first listen, it’s clear that we, as a band want to present ourselves 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 future live performances.”

Last in Time is a project that was formed in 2021 as a studio band, intending to record original songs in the melodic 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 (listed below), as it was managed as an All-star band, to ensure that each song had the right artistic touch. 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” is available now at https://bfan.link/too-late-8

Lyric Video – “The Way To Rock” – https://youtu.be/1Ih6U0nXGs4

Lyric Video – “Moonlight Dreamers” – https://youtu.be/hjhtAXzus80

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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0 Canada’s MARBLE GHOSTS Seeks Social Justice In New Single “Old School” Off Upcoming Debut EP Out March 2024

January 12, 2024
by Asher
· Marble Ghosts · Music News

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Montreal, QC – January 12, 2024

Canada’s MARBLE GHOSTS Seeks Social Justice In New Single “Old School” Off Upcoming Debut EP Out March 2024

L-R – Paul R. Champagne (Bass), Adam Hansen (Guitar, Backing Vocals), Dylan Gunnell (Vocals), Jérôme Renaud (Drums)

Photo Credit – Lisa Thompson (Dark Moon Productions)

Recently emerging onto the Canadian metal scene with a distinctive sound and a fierce commitment to challenging societal norms, Marble Ghosts announce the release of their debut self-titled EP and the powerful single, “Old School”. The single is a thrash punk medley with a biting, unforgettable chorus that serves as an anthem for the disaffected. The song’s message resonates with those weary of being ruled by a vocal religious minority. “Old School” is not anti-religious; instead, it targets those who use their beliefs to promote hatred towards LGBTQ communities and advocate for stripping away women’s rights. Marble Ghosts explains further:

“With the words, “God is love and God is hate,” Old Shcool speaks to the way that fundamentalists twist and pervert teachings to fill an agenda of hate. This song is the fuck you to them. Fuck any god whose believers can’t accept love in different shapes and forms and who believe they can tell a person what they can do with their body.”

Marble Ghosts comprises a dynamic lineup that uniquely blends genres and generations, featuring a death metal drummer, an old-school metal bassist, a grunge-influenced singer, and a metalcore guitar player. This eclectic mix not only defines their sound but also underscores the band’s commitment to breaking musical boundaries.

Despite being a relatively new band, Marble Ghosts demonstrates a clear musical direction. Their first EP showcases five compelling songs that highlight their diverse influences and styles. As a band, they embrace generational differences, allowing their music to evolve organically as they grow more comfortable with each other.

Explaining the origin of their band name, Marble Ghosts draws inspiration from historical figures revered by some as pioneers and trailblazers but who also committed terrible crimes. The band seeks to call out the tradition that these effigies represent. Their music is recommended for fans of Shinedown, Saint Asonia, and Three Days Grace.

Listen to “Old School” at the following links:

YouTube – https://youtu.be/MpS6cMMuKPA

Digital – https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/marbleghosts/old-school

Marble Ghosts’ debut self-titled EP is due out on March 1, 2024.

Previous single “Alone” at the following links:

YouTube – https://youtu.be/ujEwHkoaAeU

Digital – https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/marbleghosts/alone

Track Listing:
1. Old School (3:10)
2. Lie to Me (4:22)
3. Alone (4:03)
4. False Heroes (4:33)
5. End of the World (3:58)
EP Length: 20:07

More info: Facebook.com/marbleghosts | Instagram.com/marbleghostsofficial

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