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0 IMMORTAL GUARDIAN Announces USA Tour Dates w/ FIREWIND, EDGE OF PARADISE + New Album “Unite and Conquer”

November 22, 2023
by Asher
· Immortal Guardian (M-Theory Audio) · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – November 22, 2023

IMMORTAL GUARDIAN Announces USA Tour Dates w/ FIREWIND, EDGE OF PARADISE

New Album ‘Unite and Conquer’ – Limited Edition Vinyl and CD

Available from M-Theory Audio (NA) / Massacre Records (Europe) / WARD Records (Asia)

Album Guests Ralf Scheepers (Primal Fear), Vicky Psarakis (The Agonist)

IMMORTAL GUARDIAN announces they will be kicking off 2024 with the STAND UNITED Tour supporting FIREWIND and EDGE of PARADISE across various USA dates beginning in April (dates listed below). IMMORTAL GUARDIAN released their new album ‘Unite And Conquer’ on M-Theory Audio for North America on October 27th as well as Asia via a licensing deal with Ward Records and will soon be released in Europe by Massacre Records on December 1st on Vinyl and CD.

“We will be playing songs from our new album Unite and Conquer and some old-school favorites on this STAND UNITED Tour! This is gonna be a Power Metal extravaganza. We hope to see you all there!” adds Immortal Guardian.

STAND UNITED IN AMERICA TOUR 2024
04.12 MANCHESTER, NH – ANGEL CITY MUSIC HALL
04.13 READING, PA – REVERB
04.14 PITTSBURGH, PA – CRAFTHOUSE
04.16 WESTLAND, MI – TOKEN LOUNGE
04.17 HOBART, IN – HOBART ART THEATER
04.20 PEORIA, IL – REVIVAL MUSIC HALL
04.21 JOLIET, IL – THE FORGE
04.23 DENVER, CO – HQ
04.25 SAN DIEGO, CA – BRICK BY BRICK
04.26 ANAHEIM, CA – THE PARISH @ HOUSE OF BLUES
04.27 W. HOLLYWOOD, CA – WHISKY A GO GO
04.28 SAN FRANCISCO, CA – DNA LOUNGE
05.01 AUSTIN, TX – COME AND TAKE IT LIVE
05.02 DALLAS, TX – GRANADA THEATER (SUNDOWN ROOM)
05.03 SAN ANTONIO, TX – ROLLING OAKS EVENT CENTER
05.06 HOUSTON, TX – WAREHOUSE LIVE
MORE DATES TBA!

Photo Credit – Brett Rivera

A masterclass of progressive and power metal, IMMORTAL GUARDIAN‘s ‘Unite and Conquer,’ like its hailed and successful predecessor 2021’s ‘Psychosomatic’ was written and recorded by the band themselves with credit going to guitarist/keyboardist Gabriel Guardian and bassist Joshua Lopez, who also mixed the album at his Widowmaker Studios. They enlisted the help of artist/photographer Masiha Fattahi (Threshold) with further design work by Jobert Mello (Sabaton, Primal Fear, Acid Reign), as well as guest vocals by Ralf Scheepers (Primal Fear, Gamma Ray) and Vicky Psarakis (The Agonist, Sicksense) to create a stellar new album.

“We definitely took a new direction with our writing process and overall sound on the new album. We tried some new things Immortal Guardian has never done, but also kept a taste of our classic sound in the process,” explains Gabriel Guardian. “We were all going through some crazy experiences in our lives while making this album and I think it really reflects in the music. As we did during our ‘Psychosomatic’ album, we were writing these songs in real time as we lived through these major events in the world and in our personal lives.”

“For generations, humanity has longed for a truth. The right to unite what has been divided. We long to be free from all our differences, genders, colors, nationalities, religions, beliefs, and any other type of separation,” elaborates vocalist Carlos Zema. “This real freedom relies on our minds, in being free from all these fears, repressions, oppressions, and everything else that stops us from being united. In the name of this truth, our voice will echo endlessly – Freedom!”

“Immortal Guardian’s ‘Unite and Conquer,’ lyrically traverses a multifaceted emotional journey, from introspection and self-discovery that passionately calls for unity and change. The poetic verses entwine seamlessly with the captivating melodies, delivering a musical narrative that resonates with the listener on a profound level, leaving an indelible mark on the heart and soul. With a simple message — this is the time to Unite and Conquer.”

Always lyrically insightful and pushing musical boundaries, the latest from IMMORTAL GUARDIAN will please fans of progressive, power, and traditional metal with so much tasty playing and melodies. Domestic copies are available on jewel case CD, as well as colored vinyl options including the red/black splatter and the exclusive 100 copies on bone/black vinyl only available from the band’s webstore and Bandcamp.

Check out the following links for ordering or digital options:

North America (M-Theory Audio) – https://lnk.to/immortalguardian

Europe (Massacre Records) – https://lnk.to/uniteandconquer

Videos:
United and Conquer – https://youtu.be/oDh-8AYV1YQ

Rise of The Phoenix – https://youtu.be/RCPgVlkY7IM

Ozona – https://youtu.be/vFXXsqk__hA

Roots Run Deep ft. Ralf Scheepers – https://youtu.be/j7CLsJ50glo

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/40bof1X

Track Listing:
1. Ozona
2. Echoes
3. Roots Run Deep ft. Ralph Scheepers (Primal Fear)
4. Perfect Person
5. Divided we Fall
6. Lost in the Darkness ft. Vicky Psarakis (The Agonist)
7. Southern Rain
8. Unite and Conquer
9. Un Dia A La Vez
10. Rise of the Phoenix

IMMORTAL GUARDIAN – founded by Gabriel Guardian, whose uncanny ability to play guitar and keyboard simultaneously has been showcased on MTV’s “Amazingness” and on his unique dual-instrument covers of classics by the likes of Iron Maiden, Pantera and Guns N’ Roses that have garnered hundreds of thousands of views on YouTube – began building their following through multiple self-released EPs before signing with M-Theory Audio. The band has also performed live alongside some of the biggest names in metal, including Judas Priest, Dragonforce, Kamelot, Symphony X, Sonata Arctica, Slayer, Marty Friedman, Metal Church, Soilwork, and Steve Vai, and in countries such as Brazil and Russia, and during high-profile performances at ESPN’s X Games, South By Southwest, Mad With Power Fest and Fun Fun Fun Fest.

Find out the latest on Immortal Guardian including touring plans and gaining insight from their fan-friendly video/social media content by following their socials and M-Theory Audio.

IMMORTAL GUARDIAN is:
Gabriel Guardian – guitars/keyboards
Carlos Zema – vocals
Justin Piedimonte – drums
Joshua Lopez – bass

For more info:

M-theoryaudio.com | Facebook.com/salemrosemusic | Instagram.com/mtheoryaudio | Twitter.com/MTheoryAudio

Immortalguardian.net | Facebook.com/igmetal | Instagram.com/immortal_guardian | Twitter.com/igmetal

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0 EPK – Never Reborn – Ashes of Our Past (2023)

November 21, 2023
by Asher
· EPKs · Never Reborn

EPK – Never Reborn – Ashes of Our Past (2023)

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

“Ashes of Our Past is a big step up from our previous release, we took more time on this one and it shows. The production is huge, Ryan at Homewrecker Studio did an outstanding job once again, everything sounds so big and clear. We used Audiosiege to master the album and it really shines. You can put the album back-to-back with anything out there and it will hold its own. We spent a lot of time comparing it to the greatest bands around, Kreator, Megadeth, Dark Funeral, you name it, we wanted to make sure the sound quality was not inferior to anything. The album has been met with great reviews, it’s been mentioned a few times that it could be in talks of album of the year, saying it is very original. We have been shopping it around to record labels, so hopefully, it gets picked up by someone. If not, we will continue to promote it ourselves. It’s hard to have a sound all your own these days, so when someone says that we don’t sound like anyone else, it’s the biggest compliment you can get. Those are the reviews of the album that we cherish the most.” – Never Reborn

For fans of Kreator, Carcass, Death, Dissection, Necrophobic

Band: Never Reborn
Album Title: Ashes of Our Past
Release Date: March 18, 2023
Label: Self-Release

Neverreborn.com | Facebook.com/NeverRebornBand | Instagram.com/never_reborn | Twitter.com/neverrebornband

Neverreborn.bandcamp.com | Spotify | Apple Music

“There is no other way to really describe ‘Ashes of Our Past’ other than excellent. It is an absolutely fantastic album and any fan of 80’s style black/thrash/death should get on this because it really is one of the best underground albums of 2023.” Adam McCann / Metal Digest

“Never Reborn plays a musical style that takes Black, Death and Thrash Metal and mixes it in with the melody of Classic Heavy Metal to create a sound of their own.” – John Larsen / Blackened Death Metalzine

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Band: Never Reborn
Album Title: Ashes of Our Past
Release Date: March 18, 2023
Label: Self-Release

Track Listing:
1. Storms End – 0:44
2. Never Reborn – 5:49
3. Existence Denied – 6:16
4. Ashes of Our Past – 4:16
5. Haunted Eternally – 6:41
6. Deathmarch Armageddon – 5:12
7. Fallen One – 5:43
8. Children of Fire – 5:52
9. False Prophecies – 2:56
10. Requiem (World of Hurt) – 4:44
Album Length: 48:17

Album Credits:
• All songs performed by: Never Reborn
• All songs written by: Steve White
• Produced, Engineered, and Mixed by: Ryan Bram / Homewrecker Studios
• Mastered by: Brad Boatright / Audiosiege
• Album Artwork by: Simon Bossert
• Member of ASCAP

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About The Album Artwork:

We looked at a lot of different artists from around the world for this album cover and decided to go with Simon Bossert, out of Germany. His artwork really speaks to the music on this album. The cover has a very dark feel to it, and has just enough occult symbols without going overboard.

Album The Album:

Lyrically each song is a stand-alone piece, other than the final song of the album, which is part-2 of a trilogy. By stand-alone, I mean, we have a song about reincarnation and another one about no afterlife, some songs might contradict another song, the album is like a collection of short stories and we don’t feel like we need to stick to any rules. The music on the album is a sonic journey, each song was carefully placed in a specific order on the album to give it an even flow. We spent a lot of time arranging the order of the album tracks.

Track By Track:

Track-1: Storms End
This song sets the tone for the album, it’s a very tranquil 44-second instrumental…and as the Storm Ends the real Storm Begins, leading right into the song Never Reborn.

Track-2: Never Reborn
We took the name for the band from this song, it is a staple of our sound, to me it’s an album wrapped up in one song.

Track-3: Existence Denied
It’s classic alien abduction…about someone who is looking for signs of alien existence, not knowing that he has been getting abducted his entire life. The aliens are doing tests on this person to try and figure out why we exist as humans. You’ll have to read the lyrics to get the answer. We do have a lyric video for this song on YouTube.

Track-4: Ashes of Our Past
This is about reincarnation, about being cursed to remember past lives, loved ones that were left behind, and the torment of knowing that current loved ones won’t be forgotten in death.

Track-5: Haunted Eternally
It wasn’t written to be a modern-day “Romeo and Juliet” but there are some similarities, which were totally unintentional, I wrote the song on a more personal level. This is one of the songs that wasn’t meant to be on this album, but after dropping a song a week before entering the studio we agreed to record it, even though it had no lyrics or title. There was a lot of pressure on me to write the lyrics, and I had no concept at the time of what the song should be about. I’m completely happy with the outcome, it really rounds out the album.

Track-6: Deathmarch Armageddon
A possessed serial killer is on a rampage, you’d better beware…It was the first song I ever wrote in drop tuning, now half of our songs in drop tuning and the other half standard tuning. The reviews have been really favorable on this track.

Track-7: Fallen One
This one is about Lucifer’s fall from Heaven, the rise of the Antichrist, and the Final war of Armageddon. The first few verses are taken right out of the bible, word for word, it’s pretty evil. This a real crowd favorite and has a little bit of everything, it builds up gradually throughout the song, and climaxes in a fury of speed.

Track-8: Children of Fire
This was originally going to be the title track of the album. I began writing lyrics based on Dante’s Inferno, but not as some magical journey into hell, more of being alive and well one minute and in hell awaiting judgment the next, fully understanding that Heaven and Hell are real, and knowing you are doomed to burn forever. It wasn’t until jamming on Bathory “Enter the Eternal Fire” one night that l drew a connection between the songs, lyrically they could be brothers. I’m a lifelong fan of Bathory by the way, they are another band people will say we remind them of.

Track-9: False Prophecies
This is an instrumental, it was originally going to be acoustic guitar only but we decided to add percussion and bass. It’s not a song you’d expect to find by a band like us, but it brings balance to the album, it’s close to 3-minutes but feels much shorter. It really sets the stage for the album closer, “Requiem (World of Hurt)”.

Track-10: Requiem (World of Hurt)
This is part 2 of Heaven Shall Forsake, which was on the EP. It’s about the “child” in the first song, how he was exiled from the Church, and how he came back to do war with the Church. It’s our thrashiest song, and very 80s, in fact, I wrote it sometime around 1984, if there’s ever a pit going at our shows, this is definitely the song that gets it going. Expect an official full-band video for this one in early 2024.

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BAND STORY ANGLES / FUN FACTS:

1. Our bass player, Sam Kinghorn, played on our debut EP but left the band in 2020 to focus on his main band, Coppernicus. He rejoined the band in 2023 and has been a huge factor in the Never Reborn sound.

2. Ricky Williams recently joined the band and took over drum duties, his style is much more aggressive, and he is schooled in extreme metal, his playing style compliments our sound very well.

3. Expect a new single in early 2024, we will be releasing an old 80s punk/thrash song called “Suck it Anyways” which is heavily influenced by bands like SOD, Dr. Know, The Accused, etc. We tell people it’s a cover song when we play it live, but I wrote it way back in the 80s. The words are a little explicit, so it will remain a single.

4. We use two different tunings on the album. Half of the songs are in Drop-C# and the other half are in E♭ Standard. We have them separated throughout the album, which really adds some great dynamics, each song sounds so different from the next.

5. “Storms End” is another song that wasn’t originally going to be on the album. When we were setting up the mics to record the clean guitars on “Fallen One” I was playing random parts while Ryan adjusted the mic levels. I’d played the part before, years ago, and pretty much couldn’t remember it exactly, but I kept messing with it, by the time we were ready to record I decided to use it as an intro to the album.

L-R – Sam Kinghorn (Bass), Steve White (Guitar/Vocals), Ricky Williams (Drums)

Photo Credit by Never Reborn

Combining elements of Thrash, with touches of Black and Classic Heavy Metal, this 3-piece outfit from Arizona has an unmistakable sound all their own.

Independently released in March of 2023, their sophomore release “Ashes of Our Past” is a big step forward for the band. The maturity in their songwriting is evident, from the opening clean guitar passage of “Storms End” to the closing thrash attack of “Requiem (World of Hurt).

Sharing the stage with bands such as Soulfly, DRI, Master, Warbringer, Enforcer, Claustrophobia, Taipan, and Phobia, Never Reborn has refined their live performances and songwriting skills.

Discography:
2023 – Ashes of Our Past
2020 – What Darkness Brings

0 HYPERSPACE METALFEST (Vancouver, BC) Announces 2024 Lineup w/ Týr, Flotsam and Jetsam, Skelator, Trollfest, Aether Realm, Iron Kingdom, The Dread Crew of Oddwood and more!

November 21, 2023
by Asher
· Hyperspace Metal Festival · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – November 20, 2023

HYPERSPACE METALFEST (Vancouver, BC) Announces 2024 Lineup w/ Týr, Flotsam and Jetsam, Skelator, Trollfest, Aether Realm, Iron Kingdom, The Dread Crew of Oddwood and more!

HMF 2024 Lineup Spotify Playlist – https://spoti.fi/44bNcLT

Canada’s premier melodic and power metal festival HYPERSPACE Metal Fest will be returning for its 5th edition after selling out its first two of three nights during its 2023 event. Their forthcoming 2024 lineup is their most epic to date to be hosted from April 11th to 13th in Vancouver, BC at Wise Hall and Rickshaw Theatre. The lineup will feature headliners Týr, Flotsam and Jetsam, and Skeletor along with additions of Trollfest, The Dread Crew of Oddwood to join Ather Realm, Iron Kingdom, and more out of the 15 bands performing over the three nights.

Festival organizer Joey Hockin of Journeyman Productions adds:

“Here we go with another Hyperspace Metal Festival, and this is the biggest one yet! I feel like this is a dream lineup for us, one that we’ve been working towards since the inception of the festival! Unfortunately, Transgressive has had to drop out of the lineup. We hope to have them in 2025! We couldn’t have come nearly this far without the incredible support we’ve received from the power metal community. So, at the risk of sounding like a broken record, THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN! See you in April!”

Hailing from the Faroe Islands, Týr has been performing Viking and folk metal since first forming in 1998. The band will be supporting their upcoming 2024 album “Battle Ballads” being released by Metal Blade Records. The album follows their 2022 live record “A Night at the Nordic House” and their eighth full-length “Hel” (2019). Music Video – “Ragnars Kvæði” – https://youtu.be/Us-NTwC3vOM

Legends in their own right, Phoenix, AZ’s Flotsam and Jetsam have been rumbling thrash around the world since their beginnings in the early 80s’ touring alongside every heavyweight known in metal. They have released fourteen studio albums in their career, with the latest being 2021’s Blood in the Water (AFM Records). No filler, all killer, “Blood in the Water” is once again mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen (U.D.O., Volbeat, Amaranthe, Powerwolf) and sees Flotsam and Jetsam exploding with creativity, moving forward but nodding to their past. Watch their music video “Brace For Impact” – https://youtu.be/BSG9CLAH5Wc

Seattle, WA’s Skelator are all speed and no need for posers with their epic heavy and thrash metal spirit conquering fans for 20 years. Over the span of their career, they have shared with fans six full-lengths and two EPs, their latest “Blood Empire” was released in 2022 from Gates of Hell Records. Music Video – “Good Day To Die” – https://youtu.be/flltOMjU80Y

From Oslo, Norway, pioneers of true Norwegian Balkan Metal, Trollfest are all fun, with titles such as “All Drinks On Me”, “Piña Colada” “Twenty Mile and Hour” and “Flamingo Libre” among many many more from their 10 album discography. Their latest ‘Flamingo Overlord’ (Napalm Records) was released in 2022. The band makes sure their tracks have the highest possible singalong factor and are guaranteed to make you stomp your feet and sing yourself hoarse while sharing the best of times with your finest friends. Music Video – “All Drinks On Me ft. Jonne Järvelä from Korpiklaani” – https://youtu.be/S4bV4RDgkSI

The Dread Crew of Oddwood is an acoustic pirate band from San Diego, CA. They play a combination of folk music, heavy metal, and traditional Celtic music. The band performs using only traditional and acoustic instruments, including the accordion, mandolin, tin whistle, bouzouki, toy piano, and stand-up bass. They have unleashed four self-released albums, their latest being “Lawful Evil” (2016). Lyric Video – Raise Your Pints – https://youtu.be/P_ZEl3zT6qA

More info on previously announced bands:

Hailing from Greenville, North Carolina’s Æther Realm is set to unleash their blend of melodic death metal and folk metal, with lyrical themes of fantasy and mythology. They are joined by festival alumni local Vancouver heavy metal warriors Iron Kingdom, who have been touring hard for their new and fifth album “The Blood Of Creation” (Music Video – Queen of The Crystal Throne – https://youtu.be/YyhEutgL9gI). The Metal Temple has described them as “A distinctively distinguished experience in Heavy Metal… an injection in infectiously venomous momentum most definitely deserves interest – do check it out.”

Making their first appearance at HMF will be Borealis, a power/progressive metal band from Orangeville, Ontario. Their latest album “Illusions” has gotten praise from across the metal community, My Global Mind has stated “Borealis have proven themselves to be one of the most consistent bands when it comes to producing excellent dark power/prog metal, and this album is no exception, standing as possibly their best work to date. Longtime fans should be very pleased with this album, and newcomers are highly recommended to start with this album.” Other bands joining the lineup will be Odinfist (Okanagan, BC), Sleeper Ship (Victoria, BC), Naitaka (Kelowna, BC), Tyler Dory Trio (Edmonton, AB), and Calgary’s Osyron, Syryn and Balrogath.

Hyperspace Metal Festival V
April 11-13, 2024
3 Day Pass – $90
Thursday – The Wise Hall – 1882 Adanac St, Vancouver
Doors 6PM $30
Friday & Saturday – Rickshaw Theatre – 254 E Hastings, Vancouver
Doors 7PM $40

Tickets are on sale at – http://hyperspace-v.eventbrite.ca/

Facebook Event – https://www.facebook.com/events/306416908428221

Thursday, April 11th (The Wise Hall)
Skelator
Tylor Dory Trio
Syryn
Naitaka
Sleeper Ship

Friday, April 12th (Rickshaw Theatre)
Tyr
Trollfest
Aether Realm
The Dread Crew Of Oddwood
Balrogath

Saturday, April 13th (Rickshaw Theatre)
Flotsam and Jetsam
Iron Kingdom
Borealis
Osyron
Odinfist

To follow updates for Hyperspace Metal Festival 2024, please visit the following links:
Facebook.com/HyperspaceMetalFestival
Instagram.com/HyperspaceMetalFestival

Journeymanproductions.org

Festival Press Materials Dropbox HERE.

Over the four editions of Hyperspace Metal Festival, bands from all over the world have come to play power, prog, melodic death, and speed metal on the Canadian West Coast. The festival has presented lineups that have included performances by Exmortus, Striker, Riot City, Into Eternity, Witherfall, Planeswalker, Iron Kingdom, Helion Prime, Ravenous, Crimson Shadows, West of Hell, Judicator, Odinfist, Tanagra, Scythia, Greyhawk, The Order of Chaos, Red Cain, and many more.

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0 Wacken Metal Battle Canada Champs STRIGAMPIRE Release Anthemic Video “Sold Our Soul” Off New Album “All To Dominate” Out Dec 2023; Produced by Christian Donaldson (Cryptopsy)

November 20, 2023
by Asher
· Music News · Strigampire

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – November 20, 2023

Wacken Metal Battle Canada Champs STRIGAMPIRE Release Anthemic Video “Sold Our Soul”

New Album “All To Dominate” Out Dec 15th, 2023

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

In 2001, Canada’s Strigampire emerged onto the music scene, captivating audiences with their eloquence and delivering electrifying live performances. Over the years, their intense energy has earned them recognition and opportunities to share the stage with renowned international bands, as well as playing the Wacken stage this year after being crowned Metal Battle Canada champs. They are rounding off this year by releasing a second single “Sold Our Soul” off their third album “All To Dominate”, which is being released this coming December. Vocalist Steve DC shares his thoughts on the single:

“It talks about our passion for heavy metal music. I explain that we dedicate our lives to music, even if it means making sacrifices. I reference the idea of selling our soul to the devil for the love of heavy and rock music! I elaborate that, in my opinion, it’s important to sometimes stop fixating on the horizon and thinking about the destination, and instead take the time to appreciate the wonders that surround us in this wild adventure along the path of life.”

Musically, “Sold Our Soul” is a true heavy metal anthem, the atmosphere surrounding it is electrifying and incredibly badass. However, at times, it delves into a more mystical and less in-your-face ambiance, with a guitar melody that gradually evolves to culminate in an epic solo, emblematic of the rock & roll spirit. This song embodies a remarkable fusion of rock’s fervour and the extravagance of metal.

The high-energy elements seamlessly blend with introspective moments, creating a striking balance. In essence, “Sold Our Soul” is a true reflection of Strigampire’s identity as an extreme rock band, and celebrates the roots of heavy metal while capturing the raw energy and melodic finesse that characterize their music. It is recommended for fans of Children Of Bodom, Guns ‘n Roses, and At The Gates.

Watch and listen to the music video for “Sold Our Soul” via its premiere on NoCleanSinging HERE.

“All To Dominate” is due out on December 15, 2023, and is available for pre-order (CD/Digital) at https://strigampire.bandcamp.com.

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

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 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

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

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

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“Charisma, efficiency, and talent are three fitting words to describe Strigampire’s performance. With music that blends the finest elements of black metal and melodic death metal, and a phenomenal stage presence.” Fred Laroche – Capitale Du Métal

“This group is a treasure from Quebec and they did not come back from Wacken Open Air in Germany for nothing, they were finally noticed after years of work and it is well deserved because they are in their place performing in front of us with such conviction. We are talking about musicians of great quality with a lot of movement despite the difficulty of what they play most of the time. I would have loved for them to play on the big stage with the big sound, but it was Mononc Serge and Anonymus who were coming to close the long day of festivities.” – Metal Universe

“A music group from Trois-Rivières, Strigampire, will participate in the most important death metal festival, Wacken Open Air, this summer in Germany.” CBC Radio Canada

“It’s the story of five teenagers who form a musical group at the age of 15. They rehearse at school at lunchtime, in their parents’ basement or garage in the evenings and on weekends. They have nourished their passion for more than 20 years. They could never have suspected that this adventure would lead them to the most prestigious international heavy metal music competition. The Strigampire group from Trois-Rivières will represent Canada at the Wacken Battle Music in Germany on August 2.” – L’Hebdo Journal

“Throughout the album (One Fix, Nine Clouds and Six Feet Deep), the Canadian quintet walk the line between throat-shredding aggression and accessible melodies.” – Decibel Magazine

“Strigampire are a melodic death metal band offering a unique blend of aggression, bitterness and power combined with a rock and roll attitude.” – La Grosse Radio Metal

““The Only Hell I Know” balances between ripping vocals and galloping, melodic riffs.” – Decibel Magazine (2018 – One Fix, Nine Clouds and Six Feet Deep)

“If a combo has reached a level like STRIGAMPIRE on “One Fix, Nine Clouds & Six Feet Deep”, you can’t make enough use of it. Two thumbs up for this fine piece of melodic death lead entertainment!” – PowerMetal.de

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0 NEVER REBORN Go Back To The Old School With Lyric Video For Thrash Laden “Existence Denied”

November 20, 2023
by Asher
· Music News · Never Reborn

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – November 20, 2023

NEVER REBORN Go Back To The Old School With Lyric Video For Thrash Laden “Existence Denied”

New Album “Ashes of Our Past” Out Now!

L-R – Sam Kinghorn (Bass), Steve White (Guitar/Vocals), Ricky Williams (Drums)

Photo Credit by Never Reborn

Thundering out of the thrash gates comes Arizona’s Never Reborn, a hard-hitting three-piece that released their second album “Ashes of Our Past” back in March to great reception. Fueled by that momentum, they have a new lyric video out now for the track “Existence Denied”. The song is about alien abduction, someone who is looking for signs of alien existence, not knowing that he has been abducted his entire life.

Guitarist/vocalist Steve White explains more:

“The aliens are doing tests on this person to try and figure out why we exist as humans. As the lyrics go…

Awaken in the night, surrounded by light,
Movement denied, horror I cannot disguise
On a cold bed I lie
Horrified, yet cannot cry
And those black eyes, so cold inside
Drill comes to life, inside they spy
Under the knife, once more am I”

Watch and listen to “Existence Denied” – https://youtu.be/SNs2IEHwCU4

Combining elements of thrash, with touches of black and classic heavy metal, this trio has a deadly and unmistakable sound all their own. Independently released, “Ashes of Our Past” is a big step forward for the band. The maturity in their songwriting is evident, from the opening clean guitar passage of “Storms End” to the closing thrash attack of “Requiem (World of Hurt)”.

According to the band, “Ashes of Our Past” is like a collection of short stories and they don’t feel like they need to stick to any rules. The music on the album is a sonic journey, each song was carefully placed in a specific order on the album to give it an even flow. They spent a lot of time arranging the order of the album tracks and suggested that it be listened to in order. Suitable for any thrash maniacs, it is especially recommended for fans of Kreator, Carcass, and Death.

“Ashes of Our Past” was released on March 18, 2023, and is available on https://neverreborn.bandcamp.com and Spotify.

Track Listing:
1. Storms End – 0:44
2. Never Reborn – 5:49
3. Existence Denied – 6:16
4. Ashes of Our Past – 4:16
5. Haunted Eternally – 6:41
6. Deathmarch Armageddon – 5:12
7. Fallen One – 5:43
8. Children of Fire – 5:52
9. False Prophecies – 2:56
10. Requiem (World of Hurt) – 4:44
Album Length: 48:17

More Info: Neverreborn.com | Facebook.com/NeverRebornBand | Instagram.com/never_reborn | Twitter.com/neverrebornband

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0 The Power Behind DISSONA’s Blade Runner Themed “Renaissance” Is Evident In Drum Playthrough Video; New EP “Dreadfully Distinct” Out Now!

November 18, 2023
by Asher
· Dissona · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 18, 2023

The Power Behind DISSONA’s Blade Runner Themed “Renaissance” Is Evident In Drum Playthrough Video

New EP “Dreadfully Distinct” Out Now!

Dissona is a progressive metal band hailing from Chicago, USA, known for its adventurous, demanding, intense, mystical, and emotionally rich music. Their previous releases include “Paleopneumatic” in 2016 and a self-titled album in 2012. Their third release, an EP entitled “Dreadfully Distinct” was just released earlier this month and takes listeners into the gritty world of Blade Runner over three intense and varied tracks. The second cut “Renaissance” is getting a deeper look now with a drum playthrough video. The band comments on the theme:

“’Renaissance’ features the distinctive vocals of David Dubenic, who poignantly raises the intriguing question that lingers throughout the Blade Runner narrative: “Is Deckard human or replicant?” The track captures the urgency of his heated escape from LA with Rachael as it builds, with Deckard’s inner turmoil reflected in his repeated pleas to his own psyche. The song delves into Deckard’s dreams, fears, and ultimately, his confrontation with his own reality.”

The song opens with a hazy, atmospheric intro that evokes a sense of impending uncertainty. As the track unfolds, listeners are immersed in an exotic instrumental section, laden with tension-inducing tones and intricate time signatures mirroring the complexities of Deckard’s journey.

Throughout “Renaissance”, Dissona skillfully weaves a narrative that mirrors Deckard’s emotional and existential struggles, all set against the backdrop of their signature progressive metal sound. The song’s powerful instrumentation and evocative lyrics make it a standout addition to the EP which is recommended for fans of Between the Buried and Me, Cynic and Opeth.

Watch their masterful drummer, Drew Goddard, perform his parts for the song “Renaissance” at https://youtu.be/tCUtyOvvsrY

“Dreadfully Distinct” was released on November 10th, 2023 via Earache Distribution and is available at the following links:

Digital – https://earache.lnk.to/DreadfullyDistinct

CD – https://dissona.bandcamp.com/merch

Music Video – “The Prodigal Son” – https://youtu.be/RX7Inz0rN4s

Music Video – “Skinjob” – https://youtu.be/xzYitZsEg8c

Guitar/Bass Performance Video – Renaissance – https://youtu.be/IJtKF515L-4

In additional news, Dissona has signed a worldwide deal with Extreme Management Group.

Track Listing:
1. The Prodigal Son (6:27)
2. Renaissance (5:33)
3. Skinjob (3:40)

EP Recording Credits:
– All songs performed by: Dissona
– All songs written by: Dissona
– Produced by: Dissona
– Mixed and Mastered by: Matt Motto
– EP Artwork by: Karo Gasiorwoska

EP and Live Lineup:
David Dubenic – Vocals
Matt Motto – Guitars
Craig Hamburger – Bass
Drew Goddard – Drums

More Info: Facebook.com/Dissona | Instagram.com/dissonaofficial

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“Drawing inspiration from the Bladerunner movie series, specifically Agent K from Blade Runner 2049, “Skinjob” has an icy exterior musically, but definitely has the DNA of great mid-west electronica and industrial music inside of its veins. Their entire upcoming new EP Dreadfully Distinct, drops November 10th and follows this story.” – Ghost Cult Mag

“What I love about this band’s sound is the way in which the rolling riffs are mixed with some highly technical playing, but without becoming complex for the sake of complexity alone. David Dubenic has a very dramatic way of singing, utilising different ‘voices’. That usually puts me off, and can sound rather fake and overtly theatrical. But David has the ability to deliver it very convincingly.” – DPRP.net

“This EP delves into the Blade Runner universe, with each track dedicated to a character from the iconic film. The first single, “The Prodigal Son,” explores the backstory of Roy Batty, one of the original film’s central characters. While their third full-length album is also on the horizon, listeners can get an early fix with their upcoming cinematically crafted progressive EP.” – Metal Insider

“Since I wasn’t yet familiar with DISSONA, this EP was a pleasant surprise for me, offering a consistent concept, wonderfully diverse compositions and great performances from all band members. I’m digging their kind of musical story-telling, where everything seems to be in the right place, perfectly supported by the well-balanced, yet full-sounding production. With the earlier mentioned already recorded album on the horizon, it feels like a good time to dive into their backcatalogue before the new opus will be released, which is highly anticipated now!” – Mostly-Metal

“Ethnic instruments bring “Renaissance” to life, a track that finds the band take on the character of Rick Deckard as he and Rachel escape from LA. Another powerhouse performance driven home by Drew Goddard behind the kit, it strikes a wonderful balance between the embellishments of synths and orchestration. Dubenic offers up a couple of unclean vocal moments which add contrast while the thought and vision that has gone into creating something this epic is abundantly clear. There is even a moment for 90’s breakbeats in the final moments. 8/10” – Metal Noise

“The more times you listen to this EP, the more you pick up. It’s quite a fascinating release. Fans of the Blade Runner universe will get a lot more out of it than non-fans, but everyone can enjoy the imaginative prog noise Dissona create regardless. 9/10” – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life

““Skinjob” is the shining star on the Dreadfully Distinct – walking a line between metal and brooding goth à la Depeche Mode. As David Dubenic (vocals), Matt Motto (guitars), Craig Hamburger (bass), and Drew Goddard (drums) create collaboratively, aligning to the overarching themes and narrative, their unity allows for both an aural and visual experience. Dreadfully Distinct is not dreadful but it is distinct, creative, and brilliant in its creation.” – Amplify The Noise

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0 EPK – Yesterday’s Hero – Ways To Hate (2023)

November 17, 2023
by Asher
· EPKs · Yesterday's Hero

EPK – Yesterday’s Hero – Ways To Hate (2023)

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“Ohio Metal act Yesterday’s Hero has dropped a new music video for their song “What I Needed,” from their 2023 album Ways To Hate. The clip highlights overcoming adversity we can all relate to, and the track is a banger! Catchy enough to glue into your ears, and heavy enough for the moshers.” – Ghost Cult Magazine

“This is a great album…. they all sound awesome, being the perfect blend of the early 2000s alt-metal sound and a more modern take, almost bordering on Phil Campbell at times. And, as similar as it all was, I would happily take a lot more of it. Seven tracks just wasn’t enough for me! It sounds great and I think these guys are going to be a big deal soon, if this album is anything to go off!” – Overtone Magazine

““Killing Me.” The song is a straightforward alt-metal rager for fans of the late-90s/early-2000s nu-metal scene.” – New Noise Magzine

“If you’re a real mensch, then you know when it’s your time to bounce, like the boys in Yesterday’s Hero. The hard rockers are happy to unveil their new music video for “Bounce,” off of their new record, Ways To Hate. The seven-track effort was self-released late last month and checks all the boxes of a no-nonsense, riff-rocking good time. There probably isn’t anywhere more rock n’ roll to record a music video than a car shop, which the band selected as the location of this badass new video clip. The primary riff featured in “Bounce” is one of the first the Ohio quartet conceived for this new record. In a sense, the riff dictated the subject matter of the song, with the band feeling that it really “bounced.” Feeding off of this energy, the song came about rather naturally and cohesively.” – V13

“”When it comes to big riffs, ‘Bounce’ by Yesterday’s Hero doesn’t sell the listener short. Its main thrust sounds like a stoner rock band channelling an old Fugazi tune; the muted riff on the verse adds a sharp edge beneath a great vocal, and exploding into a huge chorus, the band are able to convey a timeless post-grunge sound that sounds massive beneath an enthusiastic hook. If that wasn’t enough, a slow heavy breakdown drawing from a blend of groove metal and hardcore influences increases the tension at the track’s end, ensuring these four minutes leave most rock fans more than satisfied.” – Real Gone Rocks

“Here’s a highly interesting US band if you’re into the crossroads between melodic metal and melodic hard rock. Yesterday’s Hero are from Ohio and this is an EP of seven songs, released back in late 2023… They’re driven by a nice and rough guitar sound that goes well with the tight drumming and the pounding bass. According to the guys their sound ”falls between nu metal and modern radio rock”. And yeah, that pretty well sums it up… Where many bands in this genre go for rougher vocals (i.e. almost growl) this band is humble enough to offer quite good normal singing by Neller. Check this up, many of you hard rock and metal fans will like it.” – Meloid.net

Rising out of the bogs of the Black Swamp in the heart of corn country, Yesterday’s Hero brings a hard‑hitting blend of Hard Rock and Alt‑Metal straight from Northwest Ohio. Fueled by backroad burnouts and small‑town mischief, they channel high‑energy grooves and unforgettable melodies that practically demand you hit repeat. Known for being a “good time” band, they tear up the stage with more fun than they probably should, never pretending to be choirboys and never holding back their signature sound.

Their debut full‑length album, Ways To Hate (released Nov 2023), captures that raw spirit with an intentional analog-recording approach, crafted as a true front‑to‑back album experience rather than a collection of singles. Each track flows into the next, carrying listeners through the emotional fallout of a battered heart at the end of a turbulent relationship. With a sound built for adrenaline, catharsis, and a packed mosh pit, Yesterday’s Hero hits the sweet spot for fans of Chevelle, Rise Against, Killswitch Engage, Godsmack, and Seether.

Discography:
2023 – Ways To Hate – LP
2021 – Killing Me – EP

Shared Stage with:
Escape the Fate, D.r.u.g.s, Powerman5000,The World we Know, the Convalescence, Texas Hippie Coalition, Red, Gemini Syndrone

Band: Yesterday’s Hero
Album Title: Ways To Hate
Release Date: November 24, 2023
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: Discmakers

Track Listing:
1- Killing Me (3:43)
2- What I Needed (4:06)
3- Ways to Hate (3:38)
4- Bounce (4:12)
5- Be (3:46)
6- Road of Doom (5:26)
7- Life’s So Good (3:46)
Album Length: 28:36

Album Credits:
– Produced, mixed, and mastered by Joe Viers at Sonic Lounge Studio
Band Lineup Live and Recording
Chris Neller – Vocals
Nathan Fike – Lead Guitar
Tony Smith – Guitar
Bill Mizen – Bass
Byron Ferguson – Drums
Jesse Elkins – Drums on track 1. Killing Me, 5. Be, 6. Road of Doom, and 7. Life’s So Good

Links:

Yesterdaysheroband.com | Facebook.com/YesterdaysHeroBand | Instagram.com/hero_yesterdays | Youtube.com/@yesterdayshero6561

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0 Out Now! RAISED BY HAZE’s Debut Album “Touch The Sky”

November 17, 2023
by Asher
· Music News · Raised By Haze (Rockshots Records)

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Montreal, QC – November 17, 2023

Out Now! RAISED BY HAZE’s Debut Album “Touch The Sky”

Photo Credit – Corinne Cirulli (Elusiv Studio)

To celebrate the release of their debut full-length “Touch The Sky” on Rockshots Records, the Italian progressive quartet RAISED BY HAZE is sharing the third single “Burn It Up”.

“From the first chords, ‘Burn It Up’ aims to break the mold and inspire listeners to cast off the chains that tether us to our fears and limitations. “‘Burn It Up’ started with a simple arpeggio that evolved into the powerful riff driving the entire song. The first chorus is intentionally obsessive in rhythm, mirroring the feeling of being stuck, while the second chorus introduces a fresh rhythmic perspective, symbolizing the breaking of chains. This song was also our first-ever recording, this track began the initiation of a collaboration that has grown into something truly special. The day Valentina and I first spoke, she sent me the near-final vocal part, marking the promising beginning of our journey together.” explains guitarist Gabriele Robotti.

The track features captivating keyboard work by Giancarlo Sansone, adding depth and texture to the overall sonic experience.

SPOTIFY – https://sptfy.com/PjH6

DIGITAL ALBUM – https://bfan.link/touch-the-sky-1

CD – https://bit.ly/RaisedByHazeCD

Founded by the visionary guitarist Gabriele Robotti and featuring the soulful vocals of Valentina Tesio, RAISED BY HAZE’s first full-length “Touch The Sky” promises to be a musical journey like no other, embodying the essence of the band.

Gabriele Robotti, the creative force behind Raised By Haze, shares his vision, stating:

“Raised By Haze is a musical voyage that knows no bounds. ‘Touch The Sky’ is an exploration of emotions and musical styles, and we invite you to join us on this exhilarating journey.”

Valentina Tesio, the band’s soulful vocalist, adds:

“I’m honored to be part of this project that pushes the boundaries of music. Gabriele’s vision and our collective passion result in something truly exceptional.”

“Touch The Sky” offers a mesmerizing blend of soul music, heavy metal, R&B, and progressive rock, promising to captivate listeners with its genre-defying sound. The album was conceived as a reflection of all of Robotti’s musical influences, aiming to weave a common thread through the diverse musical worlds that have inspired him.

“The foundational matrix for this album is arguably progressive rock and metal, with Dream Theater being the band that ignited my passion for playing the guitar during my childhood. However, the primary objective I set for myself with this album was to amalgamate all my influences, spanning from bands like Pink Floyd and Linkin Park to Pantera and Alter Bridge, and from classic 70s rock to modern progressive metal (including Opeth, Periphery, and Between The Buried And Me). Along the way, I ventured into various other musical territories.” adds Robotti.

While “Touch The Sky” is not a concept album, the lyrics, mostly penned by Valentina, draw heavily from personal experiences and the band’s unique perspectives on life and various situations. It can be said that the music serves as an artistic representation of their outlook on life, while the lyrics mirror Valentina’s experiences. The songs you hear are the culmination of this creative journey.

“Touch The Sky” is now available as of November 17, 2023, from Rockshots Records.

Music Video – “Prediction” – https://youtu.be/mDqH-GNcHLk

Lyric Video – “Freedom” – https://youtu.be/1zT8nOzS0U4

Track Listing:
1. First Side – 3:48
2. Burn It Up – 3:49
3. Feeling Myself ft. Derek Sherinian – 5:43
4. Freedom – 3:16
5. So Hot Right Now – 3:02
6. God Ki – 5:17
7. Prediction – 4:32
8. Touch The Sky – 6:03
9. Post Credits Scene – 2:10
Album Length: 37:44

Album Credits:
Music By Gabriele Robotti
Lyrics By Valentina Tesio
Valentina Tesio: Vocals
Gabriele Robotti: Guitars
Leonardo Barbierato: Bass
Marco Ferraris: Drums

All main Keyboards on the album by: Mauro Mugiati
Additional Keyboards on “First Side” and “Post Credit Scene” by Antonio Agate
Additional Keyboards on “Burn It Up” by Giancarlo Sansone
Additional Keyboards and guest solos on “Feeling Myself” by Derek Sherinian
Guest Guitar solo on “God Ki” by Federico “Marax” Maraucci
Saxophone on “Touch The Sky” by Gianni Robotti
Electronic Beat on “Post Credit Scene” by Federico “Marax” Maraucci
Recorded by Federico Pennazzato at Truck Me Hard Studios – Alessandria, IT
Mixed and Mastered by Aldo Lonobile at Truck Me Hard Studios – Alessandria, IT
Artwork, Art Direction and Photographs by Corinne Cirulli – Elusiv Studio

More Info: Rockshots.eu | Facebook | Instagram.com/raisedbyhaze | Tiktok.com/@raisedbyhaze

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0 Out Now! Cabrakaän Presents Mexican Folklore With Modern Melodic Metal On New Album “Aztlán”

November 17, 2023
by Asher
· Cabrakaan · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – November 17, 2023

Out Now! Cabrakaän Presents Mexican Folklore With Modern Melodic Metal On New Album “Aztlán”

Photo Credit – Angela Ambrose – Lunar Ring Sound & Graphics Inc.

Cabrkaaän was formed in 2011 by drummer Marko Cipäktli and vocalist Pat Cuikani who are both from Toluca, Mexico, and are currently based in Canada. They work with indigenous Mexican artists to incorporate authentic pre-Hispanic instruments like ocarinas, flutes, percussion instruments, and more in their dramatic, melodic music. Their latest work is “Aztlán”, a thematic album, with 12 tracks that each represent a different facet of their cultural story. The theme is centered on the Spanish conquest – colonization and the defeat of Mexico’s Aztec empire, Tenochtitlán. The band shares their excitement for the release:

“We hope that you’re as excited as we are for Aztlán! This album is incredibly close to our hearts, and we hope that you can hear it. It’s a part of us. It represents our perseverance to continue onward with our music despite countless challenges and setbacks. It gave us the opportunity to create something important and beautiful and to share a piece of our culture with the world. We hope you find something in our music that resonates with you. Our hearts and souls are intertwined with Aztlán. We can’t wait for you to hear what we’ve created.”

On this album, you’ll find that Cabrkaaän’s new sound is an evolved, matured version of their familiar style: Folkloric elements, enchanting orchestral arrangements, operatic vocals, and heavy sounds. For “Aztlán”, Cipäktli developed orchestral elements and arrangements with the audience in mind. He says that he wants the audience to feel the message through the music, and that orchestration always adds a different atmosphere and a layer of emotion for the listener to feel and gain something valuable from.

As a whole, “Aztlán” tells different stories from Mexican history, as you will see in the lyrics and track listing. They especially focused on percussion as it is one of civilization’s first musical instruments. The album is recommended for fans of Maria Grever, Linda Ronstadt, and Megadeth.

“Aztlán” is now available as of November 17, 2023, at Cabrakaan.bandcamp.com/album/aztl-n and Spotify.

Metal Documentary – Journey to Aztlán: Heavy Metal, Folklore, and Cultural Identity – https://youtu.be/K-qC2oY5xwU

Music Video – “Mictlán” – https://youtu.be/mPLYXJBGXGI

Music Video – “Fuego” – https://youtu.be/5l0SfGbWP2I

Music Video – “La Cigarra” ft. Reed Alton (Osyron) – https://youtu.be/Bspm_V-wa3o

Track Listing:
1. Tonantzin – 3:50
2. Fuego – 5:28
3. Tlaloc – 4:01
4. Luces y Sombras – 3:51
5. Malintzin – 5:16
6. Mictlán – 4:25
7. Yolot – 5:16
8. Xóchitl – 2:42
9. La Cigarra (featuring Reed Alton) – 5:31
10. Mictlán (English Version) – 4:25
11. Fuego (English Version) – 5:28
Album Length: 50:13

Album Credits:
– Produced by Marko Cipäktli and Cody Anstey
– All songs mixed by Cody Anstey at Clarity Recording & Mixing (Osyron, Ravenous E.H., Wu-Tang Clan)
– All songs mastered by Mika Jussila at Finnvox Studios (Nightwish, Children of Bodom, Amorphis)
– All lyrics by Pat Cuikani & Marko Cipäktli

Album Band Line-up:
Pat Cuikani, Vocals
Marko Cipäktli, Drums & Rough Vocals
Alex Navarro, Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar
David Saldarriaga Tobón – Bass, Classical Guitar

Live Band Line-up:
Pat Cuikani, Vocals
Marko Cipäktli, Drums & Rough Vocals
Alex Navarro, Lead Guitar
Brendan Wilkinson, Rhythm Guitar
David Saldarriaga Tobón – Bass, Classical Guitar

For more info: Cabrakaan.com | Instagram.com/cabrakaan_band | Facebook.com/CABRAKAAN

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“Cabrakaan remind me of Epica, not so much because they sound like Epica, but when you listen to Epica you are kind of aware of how much is going on in the background, and it’s the same with Cabrakaan. If you really listen, there is a lot going on in these songs, all kinds of folk instruments adding to the orchestration, double tracked vocals, etc., and the sound is huge…. this is a fantastic album.” 8/10 – Power Play Magazine UK

“a solid operatic, folk metal experience” – Folk-Metal.nl

““Tonantzin,” hits the spot, setting up for a very nice introduction. Pressing all the right pressure points.” – The Median Man

“This was a great, interesting listen.” – Overtone Magazine

“In the world of metal music, where genres often blend and boundaries are pushed, there emerges a band that beautifully merges traditional folk elements with the raw power of heavy metal. Enter Cabrakaän, a Mexican folk metal band on a mission to reconnect with their ancestral roots and preserve the rich cultural heritage of Mexico.” – Infrared Magazine

“‘Aztlán’, weaves a compelling narrative of the Spanish colonization era and slavery in Mexico, infusing African and Spanish folklore into the country’s musical fabric. Named after the mythical home of the Aztecs, ‘Aztlán’ remains a mystery to this day, much like the band’s unique fusion of historical Mexican instruments and folk metal.” – Charm Music

“CABRAKAÄN has released an amazing, fun, well-written album with influences from various folk styles aligned with Death Metal. It’s definitely one of the best releases of the year in the style and the band deserves all the attention they are getting from the media and the public. 10/10” – Metal Temple (review 2019 – Cem Anahuac My Home)

“While the band may celebrate cultures that are unknown to most Canadian metal fans, Cipäktli says live performances by Cabrakaan are an immersive experience. The band, who wear face paint and costumes to conjure up the “time of the Aztecs,” like to give audiences both a visual and sonic feast.”

-Calgary Herald: “Symphonic Metal Band Cabrakaän Brings Spirit Of Ancient Mexico To Calgary”

“The use of traditional, lesser-known instruments that rarely leave Central/South America jamming along with metal instruments – in a way that would make Ozzy Osbourne in his prime proud – is the last thing Calgary expected to experience, and yet Cabrakaän is here.”

– Calgary Journal: “Cabrakaän, Calgary’s friendly neighbourhood Mexican folk metal fusion band”

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0 Streaming Now! Canada’s HYPERIA Combine Menacing Thrash Riffs And Pretty Melodies In “The Serpent’s Cycle”

November 16, 2023
by Asher
· Hyperia · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – November 16, 2023

Streaming Now! Canada’s HYPERIA Combine Menacing Thrash Riffs And Pretty Melodies In “The Serpent’s Cycle”

New Album “The Serpent’s Cycle” Out November 17th 2023

L- R – Skyler Mills – Guitar, Colin Ryley – Guitars, Marlee Ryley – Vocals, Aaron Bell – Drums, Jon Power – Bass

Photo Credit – Shimon Photography

Get ready to have your face blown off with the latest thrash attack from Canada’s Hyperia. Their third full-length “The Serpent’s Cycle”, out on November 17th, marks a new era for them boasting some of the most aggressive thrash metal they’ve ever written, complimented with plenty of melodic vocals and guitar work. It consists of everything Hyperia stands for shred, speed, and intricacy and it will definitely catch the attention of musicians and non-musicians alike. Hyperia shares their excitement for the release:

“This is the first album we’ve released that isn’t much of a concept album like our first two. This album deals with different lyrical ideas such as the human condition, philosophy, psychology, partying, and much more. Musically this album is insanely aggressive, technical, and fast. We have some of the fastest songs we’ve ever written on this album and during recording, we were all definitely pushed to, and sometimes past, our limits.”

To Hyperia, “The Serpent’s Cycle” is the pinnacle so far of their creativity and finesse. They’ve taken familiar elements they’ve used before, such as menacing thrash riffs and pretty melodies and by presenting a seamless interaction between each member of the band, their signature sound and furious stage presence is something to be admired.

The eleven-track album is much more polished than its predecessors and continues the same writing process, the majority of the songwriting is done by guitarist Colin Ryley but everyone gives input and transforms the songs into what they are in the end. Ryley also mixed the album, while Mika Jussila mastered it and the album art was done by Caitlin Delaplace.

Wailing vocals, shredding guitars, and fast, heavy drums await in “The Serpent’s Cycle”, which is recommended for fans of Lost Society, Exmortus, and Municipal Waste.

Listen to the full album stream “The Serpent’s Cycle” via its worldwide premiere on Decibel Magazine HERE.

“The Serpent’s Cycle” is due out on November 17, 2023, and is available for pre-order at https://hyperiametal.bandcamp.com.

Music Video – Prophet Of Deceit – https://youtu.be/95555tNTGLI

Music Video – Thrash Metal Machine – https://youtu.be/IzCxT3_eVaY

Music Video – The Serpent’s Cycle – https://youtu.be/K1O364D92Z8

Track Listing:
1. Ego Trip (4:41)
2. Automatic Thrash Machine (4:02)
3. Prophet of Deceit (4:16)
4. Psychosomatic (4:29)
5. The Serpent’s Cycle (5:04)
6. Trapped in Time (3:58)
7. Spirit Bandit (4:04)
8. Eye for an Eye ( 4:47)
9. Binge & Surge (3:44)
10. Deathbringer (5:31)
11. Crazy On You [Heart Cover] (5:03)
Album Length: 49:41

Album Credits:
– All songs performed by: Hyperia
– All songs written by: Colin Ryley, except Trapped in Time co-written with David Kupisz
– All lyrics by: Marlee Ryley
– Mixed by: Colin Ryley
– Mastered by: Mika Jussila
– Member of SOCAN
– Canadian Content MAPL

Hyperia is:
Marlee Ryley – Vocals
Colin Ryley – Guitars
Jon Power – Bass
Ryan Idris – Drums

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“It’s a real pleasure witnessing the evolution of Hyperia through the years, carving their names in the Canadian scene and becoming one of the driving forces of the current Thrash Metal environment, with The Serpent’s Cycle definitely taking the band to new heights. ” – The Headbanging Moose

“The band sound absolutely blistering with the lead guitar work at a very impressive level while Marlee puts in her best vocal performance to date with unhinged screams and demonic snarls mixed in with some more melodic vocals which remain aggressive and full of that unbeatable thrash attitude. “The Serpent’s Cycle” is a great thrash record which retains its old school sound whilst incorporating a melodic sensibility without diluting the aggression. Definitely the strongest material the band have released to date and a big step up for the band. Another great thrash release in what has been a very strong year for the genre.” – Ever Metal

“A consistent piece of work, that thrashes, bites and grabs your attention with power, hardness and a melodic under current. If you like hard hitting melodic thrash, then ‘ The Serpent’s Cycle ‘ is one to look out for. All through this record there are precise rhythm and lead guitars, hammering drums, the bass rumbling along in all the right places. The musicianship is excellent and Marlee Ryley’s vocals are brutal. The production is clear, the guitars are up front, maybe I would personally like clearer vocals, but maybe hard to have good intonation when screaming and growling. Having listened to this album more than a few times now, it is definitely a grower, these four are tight, the serpents cycle only gets better with every listen .” – The Metal Pit

“devilish energy and almost limitless power, playful skills, the outstanding performance of Fronterin Marlee Ryley, creative, improved songwriting as well as a threatening sound world of aggression and madness!” – Obliveon

“Nothing seems to be able to stop these wild and unbridled Metal maniacs, and I believe that the live campaign to follow is going to be a real butchery.” – MetalNews.fr

““The Serpent’s Cycle” contains plenty to enjoy… if fast and furious is your bag, this is an album that you should spend some time with when it is released.” – Female Fronted Power

“If you prefer your metal loud, dark and just a touch campy (and who doesn’t?), then Calgary-turned-Vancouver rockers Hyperia are planning to deliver with Silhouettes of Horror, the follow-up to 2020’s equally furious and equally fun Insanitorium. First single “Operation Midnight” is an unrelenting barrage of riffage held down by Marlee Ryley’s throat-blistering vocals.” – Exclaim! – One of Exclaim!’s most anticipated albums of 2022

“With their second album Silhouettes Of Horror, Canadian thrashers Hyperia doubled down on the most ferocious elements of their sound to achieve a sound that owed more than a passing nod to Tetonic thrashers Kreator or Destruction. The fact vocalist Marlee Ryley can deliver blackened snarls with as much gusto as trad-metal histrionics helped them stand out from the crowd, firmly establishing Hyperia as promising up-and-comers in the wide world of thrash. RH” – Metal Hammer – The top 10 best thrash metal albums of 2022

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