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0 PYREXIA Update Tour Dates w/ Animals Killing People, Atoll, Reeking Aura + New Music Video “Day One” + 25th Anniversary Edition “System of The Animal” Out Now!

July 17, 2023
by Asher
· Music News · Pyrexia

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Montreal, QC – July 17, 2023

PYREXIA Update Tour Dates w/ Animals Killing People, Atoll, Reeking Aura

New Music Video “Day One”

25th Anniversary Edition “System of The Animal” Out Now!

Tour Dates – Pyrexia w/ Cerebral Incubation (Unique Leader), Atoll (Unique Leader), Reeking Aura (Parasitic Records)
Aug 3 – Frederick, MD – 611 Cafe
Aug 4 – Richmond, VA – Another Round
Aug 5 – Charlotte, NC – The Milestone
Aug 6 – Spartanburg, SC – Ground Zero
Aug 7 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
Aug 8 – Tampa Bay, FL – Brass Mug
Aug 9 – Orlando, FL – Conduit
Aug 10 – TBD
Aug 11 – Newark, DE – Halftime Sports Pub
Aug 12 – Clifton, NJ – Dingbatz

Photo Credit – Jim Wertman

Long Island, NY old school death metallers Pyrexia unleashed their 25th Anniversary edition of “System of The Animal” earlier this month. The revitalized album was recorded with Pyrexia‘s current band lineup that consists of Chris Basile (Guitar), Shaun Kennedy (Bass), Jim Beach (Vocals), and John Glassbrenner (Drums) at Chapel Sound on Long Island, NY, along with mixing and mastering done at Demigod Studios by Miguel Tereso.

Known as one of the American OG’s of brutality with their vigorous death metal and smackdown hardcore, they offer a refreshed sound of how “System of The Anaimal” was meant to be. Guitarist Chris Basile explains:

“The biggest thing over the past couple of albums is the jump in production and the main thing the band suffered from in the past was production value. The songs can be felt in the chest and the riffs can finally be heard with this newly recorded version of System of the Animal. I also felt it was ahead of its time in 1997. I don’t think a lot of people were ready for such a mix of Brutal Death Metal VS. Beatdown Hardcore. When people hear this material with the new production, combined with the fact that the music was written in the mid-90s. I think it puts Pyrexia in a whole new light for a lot of people. I think the songwriting is really going to stand out for listeners bored with bands that put out the same album over and over.”

Hitting the road this coming August for ten dates across the US East Coast with Animals Killing People, Atoll (Unique Leader), Reeking Aura (Parasitic Records), Pyrexia wants those who know them and the next generation of pit brawlers to brace themselves for their new unforgiving music video “Day One”.

“We didn’t want to do the typical serial killer or running through the woods Death Metal video. I think we took it to the next level production-wise. Think Training Day meets Grand Theft Auto. Be offended. “

Watch and listen to “Day One” – https://youtu.be/MDsnM0HfDpg

“System of the Animal 25” was released on June 6th, 2023, and is available via the band’s label Gravitas Entertainment.

Album order (CD, Vinyl) is available at Pyrexiaofficialmerchandise.bigcartel.com

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3pxrJ0y

Track Listing:
1. Confrontation
2. Downsized
3. System of the Animal
4. Closure
5. Purging the Nemesis
6. Day One
7. Unscathed
8. G.F.Y.S. (Go Fuck Your Self)

For more info: Pyrexia.world | Facebook.com/PYREXIADEATHMETAL | Instagram.com/pyrexiaofficial

About:

Band formation: 1990 – present
Location: Long Island, New York

1987-1989: Chris Basile joins the band Mortuary along with Terrence Hobbs, Doug Cerrito, and Mike Smith, all of Suffocation. Together over 30 songs were written by the band and many of the songs and riffs written during this time appear on both Pyrexia and Suffocation’s early releases leading to many comparisons.

1990: Basile meets up with the four other original members Guy Marchais, Rob Shimonski, Daryl Wagner and Mike Andrejko, and Pyrexia is formed. They go on to release their 1991 demo Liturgy of Impurity and later the classic 1993 Full-length Sermon of Mockery, cementing their place in the anoles of Death Metal history……

Pyrexia continued to release one seminal release after another including their 1997 “System of the Animal”, and even teaming up with Trevor Peres of Obituary in 1999 to form the band “Catastrophic” which went on to release their debut album on Metal Blade records.

In 2007 the band signed with Unique Leader Records and began an extensive campaign of touring and performing both in America and overseas in support of the next three albums released under the UL moniker that continues today.

With the addition of Gravitas Entertainment and Management as full-time management for the band, the schedule and team in place for 2023 have the band set for new heights…..

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“Close out the week in this post-apocalyptic hellscape with a fittingly on-point lyric video from U.S. death metal legends Pyrexia for the track “Unscathed.”” – Decibel Magazine

“Pyrexia sound brutal like never before with the reimagined release of System Of The Animal 25. This album will reignite your love for Brutal Death Metal.” – Metal Talk

“this re-recording is absolutely monstrous” – The Razor’s Edge

“the album is very punishing and pummels from all directions. This is certainly a nice modernization of an older work. It brings the sound into a pulverizing new mix. The newfound sound is powerful, but the album was already very solid to begin with and simply gets a nice revamp. This is a solid look at some of the foundations of death metal. The album has all the right grooves to impress, even in the present day.” – Heavy Music Headquarters

“If you’ve never heard the original SYSTEM OF THE ANIMAL, you’re fine and in good company (see previous statements), SOTA 25 is the definitive version and will knock you on your arse in ways the original never quite could. Thanks to beefier production values, there’s a density to tunes like “Downsized” and “Purging the Nemesis” that are painfully absent from the original. And then there’s vocalist Jim Beach; the man’s voice sounds like Cookie Monster made love to a garbage disposal, it’s otherworldly. No disrespect to journeyman vocalist Keith DeVito’s original performance, but his delivery has always been snarly and much less guttural. In the right context he’s great (see Internal Bleeding’s IMPERIUM), but hearing Beach snarling his filth across “Unpurged” makes it a night and day listening experience.” – Metal-Rules
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0 Rockshots Records – Look “Under The Mask” And You Will Find The New Horror Track From LA Metallers ARCH BLADE From New Album “Kill The Witch” Out July 2023

July 17, 2023
by Asher
· Arch Blade (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – July 17, 2023

Rockshots Records – Look “Under The Mask” And You Will Find The New Horror Track From LA Metallers ARCH BLADE

New Album “Kill The Witch” Out July 2023

With the release of their debut album “Kill The Witch” via Rockshots Records nearing on July 28th, LA-based heavy metallers Arch Blade are sharing their third single “Under The Mask” to follow previous singles “Nightbreed” and “Factory of Sin”.

“Ultimate horror legend comes to life, and you can’t hide. It’s a perfect song to close the album because it’s got everything in it, almost like a musical and lyrical summary of the record. Also, a very fast-paced heavy metal that turns into thrash metal halfway through and then goes back. The last catchphrase was captured at the studio after Al finished one of his takes, and that phrase says it all about this record!” adds the band.

Listen to “Under The Mask” at the following links:

Founded in 2019 by father-and-son guitar duo Rob V and Big Rob, with Nigel Caicedo on bass, Ukrainian transplant Denys Podmazko on vocals, and Al “Mayhem” Mendez (ex-Dark Angel, ex-Dreams Of Damnation) on drums, Arch Blade presents versatile heavy metal with high energy both on record and live.

The band’s first full-length is a full-speed-intense blend of various different styles of metal (NWOTHM, Thrash, Power) mixed into one sound known as Arch Blade. Lyrically, the album is mostly based on vocalist Denys Podmazko’s dreams and nightmares along with his interests in comic books, sci-fi, horror movies, and sometimes documentaries.

“We picked the best songs that we had and focused on them. We did pass on a couple that was not right for the narrative of this album. We are already working on the second album. We feel like it will be even more composed and catchy, so to speak. We want to get back in the studio ASAP.” adds the band.

Recommended for fans of Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, King Diamond, and Testament, “Kill The Witch” is due out on July 28th, 2023, and is available for album pre-order at https://bit.ly/KillTheWitchCD.

Previous Singles:

“Nightbreed” – Music Video – https://youtu.be/PVzrwIDV-nY | Digital – https://bfan.link/nightbreed-1

“Factory of Sin” – https://bfan.link/factory-of-sin

Track Listing:
1. Abduction – 3:34
2. Nightbreed – 2:58
3. Tyrant Rhapsody – 4:31
4. Kill The Witch – 4:28
5. Factory Of Sin – 3:53
6. House Of Dreams – 5:05
7. Break The Silence – 5:20
8. Touched By Death – 5:27
9. Queen Of The Damned – 5:54
10. Under The Mask – 5:39
Album Length: 46:54

More info: Rockshots.eu | Facebook.com/archbladeofficial | Instagram.com/archbladeofficial | Twitter.com/arch_blade

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0 DEADWOLFF Announces “Heavy Rock N’ Roll Tour Pt. 2” (CAN/USA) In Support of Debut Album Out Now! On Golden Robot Records

July 17, 2023
by Asher
· Deadwolff · Music News

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Montreal, QC – July 17, 2023

DEADWOLFF Announces “Heavy Rock N’ Roll Tour Pt. 2” (CAN/USA) In Support of Debut Album Out Now! On Golden Robot Records

L-R: Tommy Wolffe (Bass. Vocals), Bobby Deuce (Guitar), Angus Pike (Drums)
Photo Credit: Megan Kay

A blend of hard rock, punk, and metal, Deadwolff set itself apart from other bands with its take on the New Wave of Heavy Rock and Roll. Recommended for fans of Judas Priest, Motorhead, and W.A.S.P, Deadwolff‘s is a revival of foot-tapping, beer-drinking, headbanging tunes, and more. The band is kicking off the next round of touring in support of their debut full-length “Heavy Rock N’ Roll” released on March 31st via Golden Robot Records.

Music Video – Heavy Rock n’ Roll – https://youtu.be/kAiNlEmDkZk

Music Video – Homeward Bound – https://youtu.be/iPC0z5J3Xnc

Album – https://linktr.ee/deadwolff

(Flyer Design by David Disorder)

Sept
9/6. Ottawa. ON. – The Dom
9/7. Montreal, QC. – Piranha Bar
9/8. Trois-Rivières, QC. – Taverne Royal
9/9. Quebec City, QC. – La Source
9/10. Woodstock, NB. – Monteith Manor
9/11. Fredericton, NB. – Broken Record
912. Charlottetown, PEI – Sportsman’s
9/15. Halifax, NS. – Gus’
9/16. Moncton, NB. – The Caveau
9/18. Bangor, ME. – Bangor Arts Exchange
9/19. Boston, MA. – O’Brien’s
9/20. NYC, NY. – TV Eye
9/21. Philadelphia, PA. – Century
9/22. Wallingford, CT.- Cherry Street station
9/23. Washington, DC. – The Runaway
9/24. Richmond, VA. – Fuzzy cactus
9/26. Raleigh, NC. – School kids record shop
9/27. Atlanta, GA.- TBA
9/29. Fort Lauderdale, FL. – Poorhouse
9/30. Tampa, FL.- New World Brewery

Oct
10/3. Nashville, TN. – The Cobra
10/5. Cincinnati, OH.- Legends Bar and Venue
10/6. St. Louis, MO.- Platypus
10/7. Indianapolis, IN.- State Street pub
10/8. Chicago, IL. – Liars Club
10/10. Milwaukee, WI. – Last Rites
10/11. Detroit, MI. – Outerlimits lounge
10/13. Windsor, ON. – Chelsea Underground

For more info: Facebook.com/officialdeadwolff | Instagram.com/deadwolff.official

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0 Canada’s ATRIA Build Up From “Ground Zero” With New EP Out August 2023 + New Music Video “AntiHeroes”

July 14, 2023
by Asher
· Atria · Music News

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Montreal, QC – July 14, 2023

Canada’s ATRIA Build Up From “Ground Zero” With New EP Out August 2023 + New Music Video “AntiHeroes”

L-R: Joe Mullen (Bass), Jerad Sterling (Drums), Tom Emmans (Vocals), Tim Ross (Guitar), Brody King (Guitar)

Photo Credit – Lisa Thompson – Dark Moon Productions

Every musical release starts from a point of ground zero, and with a fresh lineup change along with a new musical direction, London, ON’s ATRIA are building on their second EP to take them to the next level.

Set to be unleashed this coming August 2023, their sophomore effort “Ground Zero” follows their 2018 debut “New World Nightmare”. Their new lineup features Jerad Sterling (Tortured Saint) on drums, Brody King on lead guitar, and bassist Joe Mullen to join founding members vocalist Tom Emmans (Odium, Deathpoint, Choices, Scaithe) and guitarist Tim Ross. Once again ATRIA teamed up with producer Jon Howard (Threat Signal) to help them craft their signature anthemic metal sound. Tom Emmans explains further.

“We’ve definitely gotten more aggressive, we always wanted to blend a lot of melody and anthemic chorus’ with brutality. I feel like the fans will agree that on this new one, we’ve gotten much better at doing that. Lyrically, there’s a lot of anger towards not only myself but the world we live in. I try to be hopeful, but I also try to dig into what’s making me angry. It’s therapeutic and cathartic, but it’s really hard. It comes from a real place and it’s not always fun. We hope when fans hear “Ground Zero” from beginning to end, they feel as if they are being exorcised. from the frustration of life.”

The EP also features their 2022 hit single “Antiheroes”, which garnered the band a recent “Best Metal” trophy from the 2023 Forest City London, ON Music Awards. Blasting right from the get-go with a tinge of Slipknot and In Flames groove, the track is about losing faith in government and media.

“In 2022, I had seen the world completely fall apart, I had seen division, I had seen lies and hatred coming from both sides of the political spectrum. I wondered to myself how can all these people in one world be so divided? It was enough for any of us to question humanity, government, religion, and ourselves. This is the anthem that came out of it.” adds Emmans.

The music video for “Antiheroes” filmed by Joe Lyko of Dark Moon Productions can be viewed at https://youtu.be/q6tLwvJH6fc

and available on Spotify – https://spoti.fi/43gSnJj

Performing heavy, yet catchy music, ATRIA has already shared the stage with The Agonist, Goatwhore, The Casualties, and Threat Signal, among many more and plans to be touring Eastern Canada later this year in support of the new record.

Recommended for fans of Mudvayne, Soilwork, and Killswitch Engage, ATRIA‘s second EP “Ground Zero” is due out on August 18, 2023, and is available for pre-order at https://atriaofficial.bandcamp.com.

Show Dates:
July 21 – Owen Sound, ON – The Harb w/ Slackhead, Evil Villain, Fall Down 7
Aug 17 – London, ON – Rum Runners (EP Release Party) w/ Solarus, We Are Human, Aquila
Aug 23 – Kingston, ON – The Broom Factory w/ Upon A Burning Body, As The Structure Fails, Exogen

Track Listing:
1. Ground Zero – 5:58
2. Antiheroes – 5:05
3. Dysmorphia – 2:35
4. Just a Number – 5:37
5. The Brightest Lights – 6:09
EP Length: 25:27

More Info: Facebook.com/AtriaOfficialCanada | Twitter.com/official_atria | Instagram.com/atria_band

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Forest City London, ON Music Awards – Best Metal Band – 2023

“Atria are from Ontario, Canada, and ‘New World Nightmare’ is their debut EP and what a little gem it is… Atria were a very nice surprise this month and are now band I will be looking out for in the future, because a full album of material this good will be very special. 9/10 – Power Play Magazine UK

“As this is the bands first outing, it is a strong start. I can see them being part of a regular playlist of mine as they are the exact kind of band I listen to. Metalcore is a very selective genre when it comes to what is involved, with bands drifting away from it every day. Atria have found the spot they want and are already planting their feet into the ground of the Canadian metalcore scene. I can see these guys playing a huge festival in the near future.” – Canadian Beats

“Citing Tool, Slipknot and Lamb of God as primary influencers, Canadian rookies Atria get the blood rushing on their inaugural EP. Despite inhabiting that familiar sonic sphere, it’s how they mystically stitch melodic passages with headbanging sequences that elevate them above the chaff. Scrumptious sonic trimmings are merely icing on the industrial cake. Yet at only four songs this searing thunderbolt of heavy metal domination serves mostly as a down payment on future excellence. Mosh on.” – Music Connection

“this is definitely a band to keep an eye out for when they release a full-length.” – Metal Temple

“A Canadian act willing to fuse together elements of melodic death and modern metal to pummel your senses, Atria unleash a fierce and engaging debut four-song EP with New World Nightmare.” – Dead Rhetoric

“The fact is that Atria, apart from all influences and using all influences, delivers a nice calling card with New World NIghtmare that we can do with for the time being. However, it is a business card that is neatly stored until further notice. I’m sold.” – Rock Portaal

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0 EPK – Devolver – Jewels of the Maw (2023) (single)

July 14, 2023
by Asher
· Devolver · EPKs · Uncategorized

EPK – Devolver – Jewels of the Maw (2023) (single)

Publicist – Jon[@]ashermediarelations[.]com

For fans of In Flames, At The Gates, Soilwork, Killswitch Engage, Lamb of God

“We’re so stoked to finally be releasing Jewels of the Maw! This single will eventually be on the album we recorded with Mark Lewis. He really motivated us to push the envelope and make a really strong body of work. I think we’ve come out with something pretty special that showcases our sound in a way that people will really be able to sink their teeth into. This song is us making the music that WE want to hear, built on the foundation of all our influences that made us want to do this in the first place. We feel this single (and album) is going to turn some heads and call back to late 90’s/00’s melodic death metal and metalcore while looking forward to a razor-sharp sound. I think people will find it to be a breath of fresh air, that still reminds them of their favourite bands.” – Devolver

Linktr.ee/devolverab | Facebook.com/DevolverMusic | Instagram.com/devolvermusic

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“Devolver uses melodies, intensity, and a variety of vocalists to hook you, reeling you from song to song making this such a welcoming and comfortable listen. I don’t mean they’re “easy listening,” there heavy as f***, I mean there’s always something different, you’ll never get bored while diving into this debut.” – Vulture Hound

“If After The Burial and The Ghost Inside had a lovechild, it would be Devolver. These guys blew me away with how professional, well written, and how well structured they’ve presented themselves with their SelfTitled record. Each song has its own personality, while still maintaining a signature sound. The breakdowns are simple, yet effective in each song. There is dynamic tension and then well-needed release throughout the record, and it’s downright masterful. This album is captivating, and I recommend anyone that is a fan of metal to check this out.” – Bucketlist Music Reviews

[Download Single Cover | Download Single Lyrics]

Band Title: Devolver
Single Title: Jewels of the Maw
Release Date: July 14, 2023
Label: Self-Release

Single – Jewels of the Maw – 3:30

Single Credits:
– All songs performed by: Devolver
– All songs written by: Devolver
– Produced by: Mark Lewis
– Mixed by: Mark Lewis
– Mastered by: Mark Lewis
– Single Artwork by: Jaylen Elias
– SOCAN members

Lineup:
– Chris Brown – Vocals
– Devin Babcock – Guitar (lead)
– Jayde Penner – Guitar (rhythm)
– Bevin Booth – Drums
– Jaylen Elias – Bass

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About The Track:

Musically, it comes in very hot with a scream and straight into an upbeat riff. As we move into the next section it picks up with the verse, which bring up memories of old In Flames. With a quick dazzle of technical riffage it brings us into the big melodic chorus, still keeping the screams at the forefront but guided by background clean vocals to add size and depth to this section. We repeat a few parts… Before reaching the bridge/solo section. This really breaks the song apart with a descending riff that breaks melodic norms and pulls the listener in a new direction for a while, laying out a new lyrical them and finally saying the name of the sing in the lyrics. Then we’re pulled back up to speed with a quick outro based on the verse to close out the track.

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Fun Facts – Story Angles:

1. When we decided to work with Mark, we were scheduled to begin recording March 2020. Obviously, the Covid-19 pandemic changed our plans. We decided to stick it out and wait til we could record with Mark. He was our top choice and we knew if we worked with him we could get the album we wanted without compromise.

2. After years of waiting we finally began recording in July 2022. We flew Mark in to record with us at our home studio and hosted him at our guitarist and drummer’s house for a few weeks. He left after guitars and came back for a few more weeks to do bass and vocals. Then our guitarist and drummer flew to his studio in Nashville to record drums and guitar solos.

3. We won a battle of the bands 2017 for an opportunity to open for Protest The Hero, and it was a killer show!

L-R – Jayde Penner (Rhythm Guitar), Jaylen Elias (Bass), Chris Brown (Vocals), Bevin Booth (Drums), Devin Babcock (Lead Guitar)

Formed by guitarist Devin Babcock and drummer/producer Bevin Booth, and later rounded out by guitarist Jayde Penner, vocalist Chris Brown, and bassist Jaylen Elias, Devolver blends groovy metalcore and melodic death metal, creating a unique sound that appeals to fans of modern metal genres while embracing their old school influences, wearing them on their sleeve. With their heavy-hitting new album in tow, fully produced, mixed, and mastered by all-star metal producer Mark Lewis (Megadeth, Trivium, DevilDriver, Whitechapel, etc), and fueled by a passion that can only be understood by seeing their unbridled live performance, they are ready to make waves in Canadian and international metal scenes alike. They have played a host of praise-worthy shows in their home province of Alberta as well as B.C. since their inception, including an opening set for Protest The Hero and a spot in the legendary Loud As Hell Festival in southern Alberta. With influences that range from At The Gates and Children Of Bodom, to Pantera and Whitechapel, Devolver has a unique identity that bridges the gap between the old-school melodic death metal that dominated the 90’s and 00’s, and the new school of tight, relentless metalcore we see thriving today. While it can be hard to pin down their sound, this blend of grooves and infectious hooks has managed to find them a rapidly growing fanbase across a wide swath of the metal community. Their ability to shift fluidly among these styles, coupled with their signature brand of live entertainment, makes it easy to see why they’re on a path to success. With the help of a newfound friend and collaborator Mark Lewis, they will be shopping and showcasing their new full-length album to some of the highest esteemed metal record labels around the world, with the confidence that they’ll succeed in finding a home for their album. Not ones to sit idly by while the cogs of the machine begin to turn, Devolver is stepping up to the plate and putting together a string of shows to keep themselves busy for the rest of the year, continuing to spread their melodic grooves as wide an audience as possible.

Shared Stage with: Protest The Hero, Arrival of Autumn
Loud As Hell 2022: Carcosa, Angelmaker, Neck of the Woods

0 DEVOLVER Takes A New Look At Melodic Death Metal With Single “Jewels of the Maw” + Western Canadian Tour Tour Dates (AB, BC) w/ Widow’s Peak, Snakepit

July 14, 2023
by Asher
· Devolver · Music News

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Montreal, QC – July 14, 2023

DEVOLVER Takes A New Look At Melodic Death Metal With Single “Jewels of the Maw”

+ Western Canadian Tour Tour Dates (AB, BC) w/ Widow’s Peak, Snakepit

L-R – Jayde Penner (Rhythm Guitar), Jaylen Elias (Bass), Chris Brown (Vocals), Bevin Booth (Drums), Devin Babcock (Lead Guitar)

Hailing from Grande Prairie, Canada, Devolver’s particular brand of metal can be described as “Gothenburg worship meets NWOAHM”. Formed by guitarist Devin Babcock and drummer/producer Bevin Booth, and later rounded out by guitarist Jayde Penner, vocalist Chris Brown, and bassist Jaylen Elias, Devolver blends groovy metalcore and melodic death metal, creating a unique sound that appeals to fans of modern metal genres while embracing their old school influences, wearing them on their sleeve. With their heavy-hitting new album in tow, and fueled by a passion that can only be understood by seeing their unbridled live performance, they are ready to make waves in Canadian and international metal scenes alike. The first look at their forthcoming album is the single “Jewels of the Maw” produced by Mark Lewis (The Black Dahlia Murder, Deicide, Devildriver, Whitechapel). The track was also heavily inspired by the novel Bluebeard by Kurt Vonnegut. The band gives some insight into the song:

“Musically, it comes in very hot with a scream and straight into an upbeat riff. As we move into the next section it picks up with the verse, which brings up memories of old In Flames. This single will eventually be on the album we recorded with Mark Lewis. He really motivated us to push the envelope and make a really strong body of work. This song is us making the music that WE want to hear, built on the foundation of all our influences that made us want to do this in the first place.”

Devolver’s lyrics come from many different places. Much of it comes across as calamitous and devastating. The novel this song takes inspiration from covers topics of the creation and value of art, what art means to us, striving to be the most honest version of yourself, and tying into themes of desperation, survival, and genocide.

According to the band, this single is going to turn some heads and call back to late 90’s/ 00’s melodic death metal and metalcore, while looking forward with a razor-sharp sound. They hope people will find it to be a breath of fresh air, that still reminds them of their favourite bands. It is recommended for fans of In Flames, At The Gates, and Soilwork.

Listen to “Jewels of the Maw” via its premiere on TheCirclePit on the YouTube channel – https://youtu.be/TAlnmggrfrI

Digital – https://linktr.ee/devolverab

Tour Dates w/ Widow’s Peak and Snakepit
July 20 – Edmonton, AB – Temple
July 21 – Calgary, AB – Nvrlnd
July 22 – Penticton, BC – Clancy’s Pub
July 23 – Vancouver, BC – Bully’s
Aug 12 – Edmonton, AB – Rendezvous *
* Devolver Only

More info: Facebook.com/DevolverMusic | Instagram.com/devolvermusic

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0 Rockshots Records – EXTREMA To Release 30th Anniversary “Tension At The Seams” Boxset In October

July 13, 2023
by Asher
· Extrema · Music News

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July 13, 2023 – Montreal, QC

Rockshots Records – EXTREMA To Release 30th Anniversary “Tension At The Seams” Boxset In October

In 1993, groove thrashers EXTREMA released the album “Tension At The Seams” setting a new standard of quality never before achieved by an Italian metal band, both in terms of songwriting and arrangements, as well as production and units sold.

The album represented a true turning point for the band’s future, as it’s their pinnacle record for what would come in the following years from this visionary album. After the record’s release, they became one of the most sought-after bands across the country and went on performing hundreds of concerts along with sharing the stage with giants like Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, Motorhead, and many more!

Fast forward to 2023, Extrema is excited to celebrate the 30th anniversary of “Tension At The Seams”, with an exclusive boxset edition that will be available for purchase on Rockshots Records. The 30th-anniversary edition is remastered from the original tapes and available in three formats: Vinyl Blue edition, cassette, and digital download.

In addition to the album, the boxset includes a rich and exclusive storybook with unpublished photos, memorabilia, articles, and notes from industry insiders close to the band at the time of the album’s release. To complete the circle, there is a never-before-published photo of the original lineup, two big pins with the legendary band logo and album cover, a patch, and a sticker.

The boxset is a limited edition and available for pre-order at this link: http://bit.ly/ExtremaTensionBOXSET

In additional news, on Friday, October 6, on the occasion of the thirtieth anniversary, Tsunami Edizioni will release the official biography “Un Fottuto Massacro Collettivo” (A Fucking Collective Massacre), written by Max Villa with contributions from Enrico Salvini (Extrema’s longtime manager) former members, and many industry professionals.

Those lucky enough to have known Extrema since the time of “Tension…” are well aware that the band has written many important chapters of Italian-made metal. That’s why the iconic Tsunami Edizioni also wanted to be part of this celebration, dedicating a book to EXTREMA that could closely recount the details – even the uncomfortable ones – of a story that deserved to be told.

The book will also be available during the band’s special 30th Anniversary concert on October 7th, which will also see the return of guitarist Marco Cassone (Fuzz Fuzz Machine, Cowboys From Hell) to complete the quintet’s lineup.

TENSION AT THE SEAMS 30th ANNIVERSARY SHOW will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at Slaughter Club in Paderno Dugnano (MI)/. It will be a special event where Extrema will treat the fans to a lethal set list, featuring a large portion of tracks from their debut masterpiece, some of which have been absent from their shows for over twenty years, along with the most representative killer tracks of their incredible career.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2023

EXTREMA | TENSION AT THE SEAMS 30th ANNIVERSARY SHOW

Slaughter Club, Paderno Dugnano (MI)

Tickets available exclusively on DICE:

https://link.dice.fm/wa8427854dbf

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0 Enter The Dark World Of DEAD FIELDS of WOOLWICH With Their Video “I’ve Made It To Hell” Off Self-Titled Debut Album

July 13, 2023
by Asher
· Dead Fields of Woolwich · Music News

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Montreal, QC – July 13, 2023

Enter The Dark World Of DEAD FIELDS of WOOLWICH With Their Video “I’ve Made It To Hell” Off Self-Titled Debut Album

Dead Fields Of Woolwich has its beginnings going back to the autumn of 2020 in North Bay, Ontario, Canada when multi-instrumentalist Kye Bell (Withing Nostalgia, Falamh) created a gloomy, doom metal project focused on dreary lyrics and a gothic-laden sound. Now, the band, though still considered a solo project at heart, has grown from an individual entity to a dark twosome with the addition of Alyssa Broere for session vocals and the upcoming release of the self-titled debut album. Thus, far they have released two videos and are following them up with “I’ve Made It To Hell”, which Bell comments on:

“I chose this one to showcase as the single for the album because it has a great dirgy riff until it hits a catchy chorus. Probably more simple than other songs but packs a great punch with its contrasting riffs of heavy and catchy especially as the last chorus comes around. This one deals with the idea of transitioning to the afterlife and being stuck there. I took the phrase “let me know when you’ve made it there safe” and applied it to the afterlife.”

Dead Fields Of Woolwich hopes that their initial offering will be met with praise and excitement. According to Bell, it was very fulfilling to create an album that is truly his own and he hopes there is a positive reception to the gothic elements fused with the heavy doom. His love of gothic culture is interwoven in all of his songs to deliver a feeling of something haunting and heavy.

“I’ve Made It To Hell” is faster than the other six tracks on the album and is an excellent introduction to the dark and at times, bleak record. Its themes focus on acceptance of death and personal struggles from within and also touch on dark romanticism and twisted love all while trudging along with heaviness and memorable hooks.

Melodic and melancholic, it is recommended for fans of Paradise Lost, Type O Negative, and Katatonia.

Watch and listen to the music video for “I’ve Made It To Hell” via its premiere on NoCleanSinging HERE.

The self-titled album is due out on July 28th, 2023, and is available for pre-order on Deadfieldsofwoolwich.bandcamp.com.

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Track Listing:
1. To Those Who Flower in Darkness – 4:43
2. Midnight In The Garden Of Earthly Delights – 6:42
3. Winters For Poets – 5:04
4. Casualties of Circumstance – 8:23
5. 31 Days For 31 Curses – 8:24
6. I’ve Made It To Hell – 6:28
Album Length: 39:47

Dead Fields of Woolwich is:
Kye Bell (All Instruments and songwriting)
Alyssa Boere (Vocals)

More info: Facebook.com/DeadFieldsOfWoolwich | Instagram.com/deadfieldsofwoolwich

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0 EPK – Necronomicon Ex Mortis – Silver Bullet (2023)

July 13, 2023
by Asher
· EPKs · Necronomicon Ex Mortis

EPK – Necronomicon Ex Mortis – Silver Bullet (2023)

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For fans of Arsis, The Black Dahlia Murder, Racer X, Obscura, Megadeth

“We think fans will notice the wide array of influences on this EP. They weren’t pulled from other projects or other albums, so that expectation was created going into the process. Variety is the spice of life, kids. We want you to sleep with the lights on. These tracks were written specifically for this EP. We have roughly 69 more fully written songs ready to go that are both terrifying and titillating. We feel like we have evolved in the way we chose our guitar tones this time. We went for a unified sound with a single amp and 1 guitar but ended up blending in a low-gain amp that did a lot to fill the tone out. We also experimented with some clean/acoustic stuff this time that we feel came out really good.” – Guitarist – Michael Nystrom Bala – Necronomicon Ex Mortis

Band: Necronomicon Ex Mortis
Title: Silver Bullet
Release Date: Aug 11, 2023
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: Distrokid

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“From start to finish, it really is a head-spinner and a heart-pounder, and some of the most fun you can have with your clothes on (though you might need to strip down and dry off after the EP is done with you.). If it wasn’t clear already, it’s damned clear after Silver Bullet that Necronomicon Ex Mortis is “a band to watch”. And if these peoples really do have 69 more songs fully written, bring ’em on!” – No Clean Singing

“Necronomicon Ex Mortis Mix Shredding Death Metal and Horror On Silver Bullet… If I were to inform you of a band out there describing themselves as a ‘combination of ‘80s shred with ‘90s riffs all wrapped up in a cheesy B-horror movie’ chances are you’d excitedly inquire as to who this band is, after which I could start taking over/under bets on how quickly said horror-metal nerd collective would become one of your new favourites.” – Decibel Magazine

“Sit back and marvel at the eccentric sound of Necronomicon Ex Mortis as they take us on a wild, but brief journey of thrilling heaviness. Starting with a track about getting ripped apart by a giant undead ape called Crypt of the Gorilla God. It’s a thrashy and speedy opener that features some absolutely screaming guitar solos. An immediate example of the lovable nature of this EP and band. 8.5/10” – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life

“A tale of primordial monsters living in the dark waters, “The Swamp” finds Necronomicon Ex Mortis at their storytelling finest, evolving a tale in classical fashion while having some moments in the guitar work that wouldn’t be out of place if they were written by Scott Carstairs for a Fallujah record. Somehow they have taken the bare bones that surround them and carved them intro intricate designs that leap between Metal sub-genres with death defying consummate ease. There is so much depth and texture than you’d usually expect to find in these songs… You have to wonder just how long it will be before these Gentlemen find themselves playing the Summer Slaughter Tour because that’s exactly where they should be [8.5/10]” – Metal Noise

“Necronomicon Ex Mortis combines elements of classic death metal, 80s shred worship, and gory lyrics about B-horror movies. This EP starts with Crypt of the Gorilla God, a track about getting ripped apart by a giant undead ape. It’s a thrashy and speedy opener that features some absolutely screaming guitar solos. Silver Bullet is raw but this band is worth keeping an eye on.” – WRIV 90.1F< (Burlington, VT)

“Necronomicon Ex Mortis have shown with Silver Bullet that they want to hit hard very quickly. The pieces are striking and make you want to discover more very quickly! We hope that the European public will respond to the call of the Americans and their desire to immerse us in horror stories worthy of the 80s. We wish them the best and we encourage you to dive into their universe!” – Sounding Shivers

“As EP’s it’s pitched just right in that it comes in and goes straight for the throat and doesn’t overstay its welcome. What will be interesting is to see what a full-length album will be like; can they sustain this level of quality for say ten songs? I’ll have to seek out their first release and compare, but for now this will satisfy those who love both death metal and 80’s horror. 7/10” – Musipedia of Metal

“Thrashy death metal with catchy groove” – The Mosh Pit 89.9 FM (Madison, WI)

“The fusion of Death Metal and shred is intriguing” – Amplified Magazin

“They make a death metal with classical influences and are obsessed with 80s horror films, a passion that is always to be shared.” – Metal Skunk

“if you want to hear guitar players that have spent time really learning their instruments and pouring their blood, sweat and tears into giving people metal that shows attention to detail, quality and songwriting, then you might be pleased by this band.” – Metal Bulletin

“You might suspect we’re exaggerating, but we’re really not. The four songs on the EP are undeniably sinister and ferocious, but the dominant impression of the music is that it’s exhilarating and exultant, the work of people who decided to put their formidable talents to the test, while having a shitload of fun doing that. When you listen it will make sense to hear that the EP comes recommended for fans of Black Dahlia Murder, Obscura, Arsis, Racer X, and Megadeth.” – No Clean Singing

“Inspired by Swedish Death Metal “Celestial Tomb” lays down the blast beats while having an interesting melodic lead that flies into a monstrous extended face melting solo of the highest order, confirming if there was any doubt that these musicians have the capability to step on stages with World Superpower level bands and hold their own. If it wasn’t for their love of old school works, you could easily see them going down the more technical road of an Archspire or Inferi, the clues to that murder mystery are all wrapped up within this whirlwind of an opener for all to witness.” – Metal Noise

“You can’t go wrong with the combination of death metal and horror, it’s a blend that goes together as obviously as blood and guts. With so much influence on offer, newcomers NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS have taken the idea and ran like a madman with it.” – Distorted Sound Mag

“the EP feels solid. It has remarkable melodies, a good sound and a cool cover.” – Metal Bite

“Epic/symphonic black metal, good technical and proggy stuff too.” – WORT FM 89.9FM (Madison, WI)

“They are young, their desire is noticeable and they are also capable of entertaining… “Earth Cancer” radically changes the record and becomes something more classic, sounding more like things like CANNIBAL CORPSE or CANCER, but maintaining the technique of the former. I am very surprised by the work of both guitarists, since they are capable of combining good riffs with a certain dose of brutality without leaving an unintelligible hodgepodge.” – Necromance Magazine

Title: Silver Bullet
Release Date: Aug 11, 2023

Label: Self-Release
Distribution: DistroKid/Bandcamp

Track Listing:
1. Crypt of the Gorilla God (5:40)
2. The Swamp (4:00)
3. Cycle of the Werewolf (1:17)
4. Silver Bullet (5:22)
EP Length: 16:18

EP Credits:
Performed by: Necronomicon Ex Mortis
Written by: Michael Nystrom Bala
Produced by: Charlie Waymire
Mixed by: Charlie Waymire
Mastered by: Ernesto Homeyer
EP Artwork by: Genoicide Artwork
ASCAP Member

EP/Live Band Lineup:
Michael Nystrom Bala – Guitar
Manuel Barbará – Guitar
Yusuf Rashid – Bass
Joey Ferretti – Drums
Vocals – Craig Schmuhl

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The EP as a whole:
Do you like Shred and B horror movies? This has Shred and B horror movies. We are aiming to do one thing and do it well.

Track by Track explained:

1. Crypt of the Gorilla God: A song about getting ripped apart by a giant undead ape. Musically, the song is thrashy, takes a number of interesting turns, and has a huge helping of guitar solos.

2. The Swamp: More or less Michael’s attempt to do a song that is 100% a tribute to Swedish death metal. At The Gates and In Flames were the inspiration here. The song is about fish people because that seemed appropriate.

3. Cycle of the Werewolf: An intro track that only exists because the rest of the band told Michael it should be an intro track and not part of the main song. Manuel wrote it and it is named after a Steven King story.

4. Silver Bullet: A song about a werewolf move that has Gary Busey. Michael’s wife saw that movie and hated it so he thought it would be funny to write a song based on it.

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Fun Facts – Story Angles:
1. Michael and Manuel got obliterated on Tiki drinks the day we finished recording and got lost in Pasadena after eating extreme amounts of Tommy’s Burgers at 3:00 in the morning.

2. No one in the band will actually watch horror movies with Michael (Manuel watched Evil Dead with him once).

3. We keep bringing our engineer maple bars and he gets angrier every time.

4. We ended up using a single guitar on the entire EP.

5. Manuel bought an Earthquaker Plumes pedal the day before recording and it ended up being used on nearly every guitar track and the bass track as well.

Top – Michael Bala – Guitar, Manuel Barbarà – Guitar

Bottom – Yusuf Rashid – Bass, Craig Schmul – Vocals, Joey Ferretti – Drums

Necronomicon Ex Mortis was formed by Michael Nystrom Bala out of a desire to combine elements of classic death metal, the 80s shred worship, and gory lyrics about B-horror movies. After writing far too many songs, Michael contacted guitarist Manuel Barbara, who joined the band because he had “nothing better to do.” Shortly after, bassist Yusuf Rashid joined the band so he could escape the jazz world and play music people would listen to outside of an elevator. The three amigos then enlisted fellow Berklee Bros Craig Schmuhl and Joey Ferretti, on vocals and drums respectively. Apparently, they didn’t have much better to do, either.

After polishing up the first 4 songs, Michael, Manuel, and Yusuf recorded guitars and bass with Charlie Waymire of Ultimate Studios in Los Angeles, California. Shortly after the strings were finished, Craig recorded vocals in his studio in Illinois. The debut EP “Necronomicon Ex Mortis” was released on March 31st, 2023.

Currently, the lads are gearing up to release a follow-up EP “Silver Bullet”. More music will always promise over-the-top guitar playing, a comfortable blending of old-school metal and modern techniques, and a touch of campy, dark humor. They hope to make you sleep with the lights on!

EP/Live Band Lineup:
Michael Nystrom Bala – Guitar
Manuel Barbará – Guitar
Yusuf Rashid – Bass
Joey Ferretti – Drums
Vocals – Craig Schmuhl

Discography:
2023 – Silver Bullet – EP
2023 – Necronomicon Ex Mortis – EP

Endorsement – Michael Nystrom Bala – ENGL Amplification

0 NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS Will Keep You Up At Night With Riff And Horror Filled “Crypt of The Gorilla God; New EP “Silver Bullet” Out August 2023

July 12, 2023
by Asher
· Music News · Necronomicon Ex Mortis

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – July 12, 2023

NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS Will Keep You Up At Night With Riff And Horror Filled “Crypt of The Gorilla God

New EP “Silver Bullet” Out August 2023

Top – Michael Bala – Guitar, Manuel Barbarà – Guitar
Bottom – Yusuf Rashid – Bass, Craig Schmul – Vocals, Joey Ferretti – Drums

Chicago’s Necronomicon Ex Mortis was formed by Michael Nystrom Bala out of a desire to combine elements of classic death metal, 80s shred worship, and gory lyrics about B-horror movies. After writing far too many songs, Michael contacted guitarist Manuel Barbara, who joined the band because he had “nothing better to do”. Shortly after, bassist Yusuf Rashid joined the band so he could escape the jazz world and play music people would listen to outside of an elevator. The three amigos then enlisted fellow Berklee Bros Craig Schmuhl and Joey Ferretti, on vocals and drums respectively. Apparently, they didn’t have much better to do, either. Now the intrepid quintet is releasing their second EP “Silver Bullet” to follow their self-titled that was released at the beginning of 2023. They hope these new blends of shred and horror will keep you up at night. They share their thoughts on the first single “Crypt of The Gorilla God”:

“This is a song about getting ripped apart by a giant undead ape. Musically, the song is thrashy, takes a number of interesting turns, and has a huge helping of guitar solos. We chose this as our single because it’s a lead pipe to a brick wall, possibly with your face in between.”

Fully embracing the saying “variety is the spice of life”, fans will notice the wide array of influences on this EP. Necronomicon Ex Mortis is not just pulling from the same band or the same style of metal, but keeping it dynamic with shredding riffs, guttural vocals, and dashes of acoustic experimentation. The band aspires to bring back the celebration of the twin guitar attack that bands like Iron Maiden and Racer X had. There’s a lot of great guitar playing out there right now, but to them, it lacks that celebratory playing that a lot of bands of the 80s did.

This upcoming release will keep listeners on their toes, especially those who enjoy B-Movies, campy horror, Arsis, The Black Dahlia Murder, and Racer X.

Listen to “Crypt of The Gorilla God” via its lyric video premiere on NoCleanSinging HERE.

The EP “Silver Bullet” is due out on August 11, 2023.

EP pre-order – https://necronomiconexmortis.bandcamp.com

Track Listing:
1. Crypt of the Gorilla God (5:40)
2. The Swamp (4:00)
3. Cycle of the Werewolf (1:17)
4. Silver Bullet (5:22)
EP Length: 16:18

EP/Live Band Lineup:
Michael Nystrom Bala – Guitar
Manuel Barbará – Guitar
Yusuf Rashid – Bass
Joey Ferretti – Drums
Vocals – Craig Schmuhl

Discography:
2023 – Silver Bullet – EP
2023 – Necronomicon Ex Mortis – EP

For more info: Necronomiconexmortisband.com | Facebook | Instagram.com/necronomiconexmortisband

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“the EP feels solid. It has remarkable melodies, a good sound and a cool cover.” – Metal Bite

“Epic/symphonic black metal, good technical and proggy stuff too.” – WORT FM 89.9FM (Madison, WI)

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