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0 Decibel Magazine Premiere – Streaming Now! NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS Releases Hair Raising Horror EP “Silver Bullet”

August 10, 2023
by Asher
· Music News · Necronomicon Ex Mortis

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Streaming Now! NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS Releases Hair Raising Horror EP “Silver Bullet”

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, 80s shred worship, and gory lyrics about B-horror movies. Their debut S/T EP was released earlier this year and since there is no rest for the wicked, the follow-up EP “Silver Bullet” is upon us. The four tracks, presented with fury, were written specifically for this EP. They weren’t pulled from other projects or other albums, so that expectation was created going into the process. They strive to bring back the celebration of the twin guitar attack that bands like Iron Maiden and Racer X had. They share their excitement for the release:

“We’re excited to present this EP. We had a great time recording it and we feel live we’ve become even more comfortable with the music both individually and as a band. We think fans will notice the wide array of influences on this EP. We’re not just pulling from the same band or the same style of metal. Variety is the spice of life, kids.”

Necronomicon Ex Mortis was birthed when Bala wanted to take all his favorite things and have them in the same place. All his musical ideas, all of his favorite things about horror, and all of his favorite Paul Gilbert licks. He writes everything (Except for “Cycle of the Werewolf”, which guitarist Manuel Barbará wrote). He sits around and writes riffs and then does his best to rip off Yngwie and Paul Gilbert. He then asked Barbará to write the opening title track to a horror movie which he did with glee, spending the next 45 minutes going to town with his fretless guitar while his girlfriend tried to get him to do literally anything else.

This is just the start for the band, they have roughly 69 fully written songs ready to go that are both terrifying and titillating. You’ll be sleeping with the lights on after digging into “Silver Bullet”. It is recommended for fans of B movies, off-the-wall humor, The Black Dhalia Murder, Racer X, and Obscura.

Listen to the full-stream premiere of “Silver Bullet” via Decibel Magazine HERE.

The EP is due out on August 11, 2023.

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

Lyric Video – “Crypt of The Gorilla God” – https://youtu.be/LyKA_arI46M

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
Craig Schmuhl – Vocals

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

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

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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

“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 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

“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

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0 Israeli Prog NEOLIA Vocalist Shares Playthrough Video For “Day In Day Out” Off S/T Debut Out Now!

August 1, 2023
by Asher
· Music News · Neolia

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Israeli Prog NEOLIA Vocalist Shares Playthrough Video For “Day In Day Out” Off S/T Debut Out Now!

Album Mastered by Howie Weinberg (Metallica, Pantera, Nirvana)

L-R: Neolia Current Line Up – Tomer Mash (Bass), Yair Ben Shalom (Drums), Ben Reiss (Vocals), Guy Greenberg (Guitar), Inbar Davish (Guitar)

Photo Credit – Avi Veldman

Photo Edit by: Rana Sneider

Israeli proggers Neolia vocalist Ben Reiss is sharing his latest playthrough video for the track “Day In Day Out” off the Israeli prog band’s debut self-titled album released this May. Watch Reiss as he demonstrates his vocal techniques on this dynamic track full of groove, melody, and intensity via its premiere on TheProgSpace HERE.

“Day In Day Out describes life in captivity and being drugged daily, tortured, and brainwashed. It follows the convoluted emotional and thought process that many times leads people to madness and even suicide. As the twisted and painful reality unfolds also the music reveals itself, and while going through hints of African and Latin hints it keeps its heavy and dark foundation till finally reaches the coda part, which is my solo creation in a form of an acapella part that insinuates total madness.” adds Reiss.

An experimental, progressive slab of metal that fans have been flocking to local shows for, Neolia‘s debut record flows with haunting melodies and complex rhythms that have been crafted with care and precision. With a blend of progressive metal and experimental sounds, this album promises to take listeners on a sonic adventure like no other. Musically, the full-length is a reflection of years of soaking up music of different genres from rock to pop to world music and whatnot. It’s a fusion of bits upon bits of pieces absorbed and processed and then spat out from a personal perspective. In its musical aspect, it’s rock and metal based, but with a twist of African, Latin, Jazz, and ambient that reaches the spectrum of high and low, tender, extreme, and crazy.

Neolia formed to give to others and to encourage people to come together (A connection between souls). The band showcases their art in a few dimensions, one that’s personal, and spiritual and the other that is musical and expressive.

Recommended for fans of Protest The Hero, Coheed and Cambria, The Human Abstract, and Tool, Neolia‘s self-titled album was released on May 5th, 2023, and is available on https://neolia.bandcamp.com/album/neolia, Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3nsmoaf

Previous Videos:

Karma – https://youtu.be/DJUrWQkljrA

Blow The Leaves – https://youtu.be/kcsOO7tCf-Y

Version Of You – (Live at Barby) – https://youtu.be/pI_qa14kZ-k

Rise and Fall – https://youtu.be/QUjIK5fSQNA

Track Listing:
1. The Shed – 3:44
2. The Shed Outro – 0:52
3. Your Prophecy – 7:44
4. Dance of Violence – 7:10
5. Carried Away – 5:49
6. Carried Away Outro – 1:24
7. Karma – 4:09 ft. guest vocals Ran Yerushalmi
8. Karma Outro – 0:44
9. Day In Day Out – 11:06
10. Anchors – 7:14
11. Rise and Fall – 5:06
12. Blow the Leaves – 7:02
13. A Better Version of You – 4:53
14. Refahim – 8:00
Album Length: 74:57

For more info: Neoliaband.com | Facebook.com/neoliaband | Instagram.com/neoliaband

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“as the chaotic screams of Dance of Violence and the ever-contorting Rise and Fall attest, the rawness of their emotions often turns that into a positive. The slow-burning Anchors builds on moody tension, jarring textures melt into a soundscape that, across seven minutes, throws in heavy bursts, tender lulls and spiky rhythms. It’s a wildly diverse ride… Their ambition or vision can’t be faulted.” – Prog Mag

“This band is going to be huge. You know how Tool and the Mars Volta developed into their own sound and how they have a legion of devoted fans? That’s what Israel’s Neolia is about to do with this self titled debut album.” – Transcending the Mundane

“Karma”, (the video) accompanied by a beautiful shot somewhere in the deserts of Israel, has that fantastic balance of aggression and melody that I love about alternative metal. At its more frenetic moments, like the excellent transitions from the heavier moments near the end of the track and the more melodic chorus, it reminds me of The Mars Volta, and that is one big compliment. Elsewhere, Yerushalmi’s guest vocals are expertly utilized to balance the rawer, more harried vocals of the band’s own singer, Ben Reiss. Together, they present the major melodic force on the track, while the instruments deliver well written, complex, and undeniable groove. This mix is exactly what alternative metal is so good for, hitting on both the emotional and the visceral level of enjoyment. The track ends up being both interesting to dissect and take apart but also something you can move and sing to. If the band’s self-titled is as good as this, and the other tracks released so far seem to indicate that that is indeed the case, then we’re in for a treat. Make sure you head on over to the band’s Bandcamp to pre-order it; I think it’s going to be a lot of fun!” – Heavy Blog Is Heavy

“Neolia’s Self-titled debut album is a reflection of years of soaking up music of different genres from rock to pop to world music and whatnot. It’s a fusion of bits upon bits of pieces absorbed and processed and then spat out from a personal perspective. In its musical aspect, its rock and metal based, but with a twist of African, Latin, Jazz, and ambient that reaches the spectrum of high and low, tender, extreme, and crazy.” – New Prog Releases

“Israeli prog metal outfit Neolia have a lot to offer on their self-titled debut. The band brings a ton of skill to the table, along with some excellent music influenced by such luminaries as Faith No More, Tool, and maybe even a bit of world music. They’re leaving it all out on the table for us here – warts and all. For a self-produced album, Neolia sounds really good.” – Heavy Music Headquarters

“A big classic metal, a bit metalcore, clean and harsh vox, a little progressive musically also.” – The Mosh Pit – WORT FM 89.9 (Madison, WI)

“Voici un album convainquant, écrit et interprété avec un cœur gros comme ça qu’il convient de noter sur sa wishlist… Here is a convincing album, written and performed with a big heart that should be noted on your wishlist.” – Profil Prog

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0 EPK – CVINGER – Doctrines By The Figures Of Črnobog (2023)

August 1, 2023
by Asher
· CVINGER · EPKs

EPK – CVINGER – Doctrines By The Figures Of Črnobog (2023)

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(Slovenian black metal band with many details taken from death metal influences.)

Our concept represents the last step on the journey of departing from, fear, hate, love, humanity, conscience, and all the emotions that misguide us with subjectivity and temptations which are our worst enemies and a
gateway to self-destruction. The dissection of our weak body, for our soul to become free of the human curse
and to become the supreme being, to become God. Combined in interpreted in Slavic ancient paganism

WE ARE NOT PAGAN BLACK METAL, we craft Occult Slavic Black Metal – CVINGER

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“After 7 years, we are returning with a new album. The album was written after meditation seances in
a cave of a prehistoric hunter. It is the fastest and most brutal album that we have created till now. The new album/single DOCTRINES BY THE FIGURES OF ČRNOBOG will be released by the Polish record label Via Nocturna on the 28th of August 2023. With the new creation, we are paying homage to the Slavic old faith, especially the occult and the dark aspect of it. The band has gone through some lineup changes, and by bringing in the new blood, we have changed the perspective of creating and redefining new hellish symphonies. Soon live rituals will follow in support of their new album.” – Cvinger

For fans of Marduk, Mayhem, Gorgoroth, 1349, Morbid Angel

Album Title: Doctrines By The Figures of Črnobog
Release Date: August 25, 2023
Label: Via Nocturna (Physical) / Earache (Digital)
Distribution: Via Nocturna for physical album and Earache for digital.

Facebook.com/Cvinger666 | Instagram.com/cvingerofficial

“Embodied in Incense sees Cvinger completely cast off the uncertainty of their debut and strike out as the leader of the Slovenian black metal scene.” (2018 – Metal Observer)

“The Enthronement ov Diabolical Souls should find a welcome home among the works of 1349, Marduk and Tsjuder. While the music still lives and breathes the second wave, Cvinger’s music no longer feels like paint-by-numbers black metal. Intense, blasting and dark; this Slovenian four piece has finally found their sound.” (2015 – Metal-Observer)

Track Listing:
1. Meditations At The World’s Demise – 3:08
2. Revelation of The Three Heade One – 5:09
3. Fury Born Out of Bones and Fire – 4:27
4. Blood Catharsis and The Mantra of Depravity – 4:21
5. The Winter Night of The Funeral Pyres – 5:42
6. Slava – 4:45
7. Totemism – 4:47
8. Cosmic Realm – 2:40
9. Doctrines By The Figures of Crnobog – 5:07
10. Chants and Canticle – 6:39
Album Length: 46:45

Album Credits:
All songs performed by Cvinger except Cosmic realm Slavic bagpipes played by Andrej Drča
All songs written by Cvinger
Produced by Cvinger
Mixed by Tim Draksler
Mastered by Tim Draksler
Album Artwork by Mitchel Nolte

Album Band Lineup:
Vocals: Khal Lucerus
Guitar and Bass: Nord Slayer
Guitar: Bagot (x member)
Drums: Morgoth

Live Band
Vocals: Khal Lucerus
Guitar: Nord Slayer
Guitar: Ichor
Bas: Corvus
Drums: Morgoth

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About The Album Artwork:

The artwork was created by an amazing artist Mitchell Nolte.

He understood what we wanted to say with it and the first drafts were created in only a few days. It represents a ritual of Slavs manifesting the obscure god of death and night Črnobog which in translation means the Black God

About The Album:
The whole album explores the existence of man in a Slavic spiritual realm. The splitting of his body and soul during the rites and incantations. It is a journey of lust madness, faith, and sorrow and questioning the existence of its mortality.

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L-R – Khal Lucerus – Vocals, Morgoth – Drums, Nord Slayer – Guitar, Corvus – Bass, Ichor – Guitar

Photo by Blanka Slana Heine

“DEUS TUUS IN FAMA DIABLOANIMAM TUAM”

This Black metal crusade by the name of Civnger began in the winter of 2012. It was founded by vocalist Lucerus, guitarist Bagot and drummer Kireg Maschine. Cvinger is an old Slovenian word with many meanings. One of them comes from the Turkish Wars or Ottoman War and was used for the first defense wall around the church later that word was used for a wall that separated the cemetery for those who committed suicide. Inspired by the dark middle ages our journey takes us to our first release: “LORDS OF PESTILENCE I TOO SHALL BECOME FALLEN”

In January 2013 We entered Truga studio for the first time to summon our first demo / single by the name of Abyss of Horns. This release was the first stone of our sound and atmosphere.

“SLAY THE WOLVESSO THE GOATS COULD RISE AND ENTER THE MONASTERY OF FALLEN”

In the Spring of 2013, we enter Truga studio for the second time to record the EP Monastery of Fallen. It was officially released on 16th July 2013. Later we filmed a music video for the title track. In the spring of 2014, our legion expanded. Morgoth joined as a new drummer and Obscurum as a bass player. On the 27th of June, we had our first live ritual to present our EP Monastery of Fallen.

“THE RULER OF FIRE AND DEATH TAKE THIS SOULS AND FEED THEM TO YOUR FLAMES”

On the 23rd of September, we entered Truga Studio again to record the first full-length album by the name: The Enthronement ov Dia-bolical Souls. While the album was being mastered we record the music videos for one of the tracks from the album by the name of Summoning. The album was released on the 1st of December 2014. We promoted The Enthronement ov Diabolical Souls with East Europe tour by the name ov: Diabolical Enthronement of east europe 2014 and later we joined Melechesh and Keep of Kelesian tour in May 2015.

“GUIDED BY SECRET WORDS WRITTEN BEHIND THE DOORS OF MASTERS CHAMBERS.A NEW FUNDAMENT RISES IN THE SPIRITUAL DIMENSION”

In July 2016 we entered Truga studio again to record the single Enchanted Conclave as an announcement for 2nd full length album in 2016. Enchanted Conclave was released 1st of September and was premiered by the world’s most dangerous magazine TERRORIZER. Later we promoted the single on MARDUK – FRONTSCHWEIN: 2015 TOUR Europe Part 3.12 December 15ten we joined Gorgoroth, Kampfar, and Gehenna on the BLACK FEST OVER X-MASS2015 tour. That was our last tour for the year 2015. We started the year 2016 in Endarker studio in Sweden, recording a new album by the name: Embodied in Incense. The album was Produced by Magnus Devo Andersson and Cvinger. Shortly after we filmed a music video for the title track Embodied in Incense which was premiered by the world’s biggest extreme magazine Terrorizer. Embodied In Incense album was 1st time presented to the public for the 3 Weeks Headlining China tour! After the tour, we crafted a video for Track MARTYR SHRINE with Portuguese video producer Guilherme Henriques Silva, as promotion for our co – headlong tour with RAGNAROK, where Embodied in Incense was 1st time presented and spread via Europe.

“REBORN IN THE FIRE IN THE SIGN OF THE GODS HAND AS BEASTS THEY WILL HUNT FOR HIM HIS NAME WHISPERED IN THE SECRET IN THE WINTER NIGHTS”
After 7 years, Cvinger is returning with a new album. The album was written after meditation seances in a cave of a prehistoric hunter. It is the fastest and most brutal album that the band has created till now. The new album DOCTRINES BY THE FIGURES OF ČRNOBOG will be released by the Polish record label Via Nocturna in the autumn of 2023. With the new creation, they are paying homage to the Slavic old faith, especially the occult and the dark aspect of it. The band has gone through some lineup changes, and by bringing in the new blood, they have changed the perspective of creating and redefining new hellish symphonies. Soon live rituals will follow in support of their new album.

Discography:
2023 – The Doctrines By The Figures of Črnobog – LP
2016 – Embodied in incense- LP
2015 – Enchanted conclave – single
2014 – The Enthronement ov Diabolical Souls -LP
2013 – Monastery of Fallen- EP
2013 – Abyss of Horns – demo

Shared Stage with: Gorgoroth, Kampfar, Gehena, Marduk, Svart Crown, Ragnarok

Tours and Festivals:
2022: A Decade of Slavic black flame- anniversary concert
2018: Metalijotrazpaljot fest-Slovenija
2017: October Oluja fest- Croatia
2017: September Blasphemer fest- Austria
2017: May RAGNAROK co-hadliner tour est Europe
2017: April Siege of Limrick Festival- Ireland
2016: October: RAGNAROK co-hadliner tour est Europe
2016: Live after death- Slovenia
2016: BLACK FLAMES OVER CHINA TOUR
2015 :GORGOROTH, KAMPFAR, GEHENA XMASS tour
2015: MRDUK FRONTSCHWEIN Europa tour 3rd part
2015: MELECHESH, KEEP OF KALESSIN
2014: THE ENTHRONEMENT OF DIABOLICAL EAST EUROPE

0 CVINGER Unleash Slavic Black Metal Fury With Video For “Doctrines By The Figures Of Črnobog”

August 1, 2023
by Asher
· CVINGER · Music News

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Montreal, QC – August 1, 2023

CVINGER Unleash Slavic Black Metal Fury With Video For “Doctrines By The Figures Of Črnobog”

L-R – Khal Lucerus – Vocals, Morgoth – Drums, Nord Slayer – Guitar, Corvus – Bass, Ichor – Guitar

Photo by Blanka Slana Heine

With four albums under their belts already, Slovenia’s Cvinger returns seven years later to take listeners back into black metal darkness with “Doctrines By The Figures of Črnobog”. Originally creating death metal, they have diverged fully into the black metal underworld, playing festivals in Europe among some of the biggest names in the genre. This new album explores the existence of man in a Slavic spiritual realm whose body and soul are split during the rites and incantations. It is a journey of lust, madness, faith, and sorrow and questioning the existence of its mortality, and the first chance to dig your teeth into this aggressive offering is with a music video for the title track. The band comments:

“The album was written after meditation seances in a cave of a prehistoric hunter. It is the fastest and most brutal album that we have created till now. The new album/single “Doctrines By The Figures of Črnobog” will be released by the Polish record label Via Nocturna on the 28th of August 2023. With the new creation, we are paying homage to the Slavic old faith, especially the occult and the dark aspect of it. The band has gone through some lineup changes, and by bringing in the new blood, we have changed the perspective of creating and redefining new hellish symphonies. Soon live rituals will follow in support of the new album.”

Watch and listen to the music video at – https://youtu.be/abR4sVDKwIY

This album was created as a stepping stone into a new chapter of Cvinger, who started with a raw and unpolished sound but with each EP/album that came forth, their production and composing became more advanced and most of all more personal. The album artwork was created by an amazing artist Mitchell Nolte. It represents a ritual of Slavs manifesting the obscure god of death and night Črnobog which in translation means the Black God.

Fast, destructive, and mystical, for Cvinger, a concert is not only playing their songs live. It is a ritual and a synergy of sound visualization and energy that is given to the listener. Join their rite by diving into “Doctrines By The Figures of Črnobog”. It is recommended for fans of Marduk, Mayhem, and Gorgoroth.

“Doctrines By The Figures of Črnobog” is due out August 28, 2023 via Via Nocturna (Physical) / Earache (Digital), and available for pre-order at https://cvinger.bandcamp.com

Track Listing:
1. Meditations At The World’s Demise – 3:08
2. Revelation of The Three Heade One – 5:09
3. Fury Born Out of Bones and Fire – 4:27
4. Blood Catharsis and The Mantra of Depravity – 4:21
5. The Winter Night of The Funeral Pyres – 5:42
6. Slava – 4:45
7. Totemism – 4:47
8. Cosmic Realm – 2:40
9. Doctrines By The Figures of Crnobog – 5:07
10. Chants and Canticle – 6:39
Album Length: 46:45

Album Lineup:
Vocals: Khal Lucerus
Guitar and Bass: Nord Slayer
Guitar: Bagot (x member)
Drums: Morgoth

Live Band:
Vocals: Khal Lucerus
Guitar: Nord Slayer
Guitar: Ichor
Bas: Corvus
Drums: Morgoth

More info: Facebook.com/Cvinger666 | Instagram.com/cvingerofficial

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“Embodied in Incense sees Cvinger completely cast off the uncertainty of their debut and strike out as the leader of the Slovenian black metal scene.” (2018 – Metal Observer)

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0 Reminder – Aug 4 – 6 – LOUD AS HELL 2023 (Drumheller, AB) w/ JUNGLE ROT, NARCOTIC WASTELAND, INCITE, NECRONOMICON, THE CONVALESCENCE and more!

August 1, 2023
by Asher
· Loud As Hell Festival · Music News

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Montreal, QC – August 1, 2023

Reminder – Aug 4 – 6 – LOUD AS HELL 2023 (Drumheller, AB) w/ JUNGLE ROT, NARCOTIC WASTELAND, INCITE, NECRONOMICON, THE CONVALESCENCE and more!

– Camping & Extreme Music In Alberta’s Badlands –

LAH 2023 lineup Spotify playlist – https://spoti.fi/3LjJ461

Alberta, Canada’s LOUD AS HELL returns with its most stacked lineup to date with its 2023 edition featuring JUNGLE ROT, NARCOTIC WASTELAND, INCITE, NECRONOMICON, THE CONVALESCENCE, and lots more (full lineup listed below).

Being held from August 4th to 6th at the Dinosaur Downs Stampede Grounds in Drumheller, AB, this year’s festivities see the return of American and Mexican bands joining the lineup along with artists from across Canada performing for the three-day open-air event.

Highlights for this year’s lineup witness the return of groovy death metal Americans JUNGLE ROT to Canadian soil to headline the closing night on August 6th in support of their latest album “A Call to Arms” released last year on Unique Leader Records.

Toledo, OH’s THE CONVALESCENCE is one of the USA’s unstoppable tour de force, touring Europe in 2022 with Chelsea Grin, and Carnifex plus an upcoming tour in Japan in 2023 with Exhumed and Defiled along with their latest single “No Survivors” ft. Scott Ian Lewis of Carnifex that has fans demanding more and more.

North Carolina’s Narcotic Wasteland’s (founded by ex-Nile guitarist Dallas Toler-Wade) festival appearance comes as part of the band’s first cross-Canada tour as they will be supporting their forthcoming third studio album in 2023 on Mega Force Records.

Phoenix, AZ’s INCITE, now close to 20 years into a career where everything was earned and nothing was taken for granted, the band bridges the gap between multiple crowds across various metal sub-genres. As renegade disciples of trailblazing architects like Pantera, Slayer, Sepultura, and Machine Head, INCITE raise the torch for trend-killing and hipster-smashing metal. The band’s fifth album, Built to Destroy released in 2019 (Minus Head Records), is a visceral, urgent, voracious distillation of modern metal, with reverence for the past, produced by Steve Evetts (The Dillinger Escape Plan, Suicide Silence) and mastered by Zeuss (Rob Zombie, Hatebreed).

One of Canada’s longest-running blackened death metal bands hailing from Montreal, Quebec, NECRONOMICON‘s career spans over 30 years since it was first formed in 1988 by founding guitarist and singer Rob “The Witch” in the deep, northern part of Quebec’s Fjord of Saguenay. Since then, the band has carefully released each full-length without haste, allowing them to perfect every nuance before unleashing their sonic assaults upon the masses.

Weekend Passes (including camping) are available at https://www.loudashell.ca/tickets (Pick Up at Willcall)

LOUD AS HELL 2023 LINEUP:

Thursday, August 3rd – Kick Off Party
EYE OF HORUS
SKEPSIS
BALROGATH
KILL WITCH

Friday, August 4th
INCITE
ART OF ATTRITION (replacing – ARRIVAL OF AUTUMN)
OSYRON
LOST NEBULA
WHORRIFY
SILENT LINE
ASHES OF YGGDRASIL

Saturday, August 5th
NARCOTIC WASTELAND
NECRONOMICON
KYLE PULLAN
UNTIMELY DEMISE
HAZZARDOUS MATERIAL (Burlesque)
GORGATRON
JULIET RUIN
VAPOR
KING DYLAN
ENVEILED
SOL RUNNER
SIONIS
NECHT
DIE ANOTHER DAY
HOOKER SPIT

Sunday, August 6th
JUNGLE ROT
THE CONVALESCENCE
KYLE PULLAN
POUND
HAZZARDOUS MATERIAL (Burlesque)
WORMWITCH
W.O.R.
LEGACY
ROXXIE COTTON
WITCHMAYNE
EYES OF PERDITION
NOMAD
FALL OF EARTH
VOLT
BRAIN STEM

Volunteers Wanted For 2023:
Volunteers are wanted for production and security. For full details email at loudashellfestival[@]gmail[.]com

More info:
LoudAsHell.ca
Facebook.com/LoudAsHellFestival
Twitter: @LoudAsHellFest
Instagram: @LoudAsHellFestival
Social Media Hashtag #LAHX
Video – Into Eternity @ Loud As Hell 2021: https://youtu.be/xGSV8eZ-IN0
Video – Iron Kingdom @ Loud As Hell 2021: https://youtu.be/gLE7poCVgFE

Festival Press Materials – Posters, Band Links, EPKs, Photos – HERE.

About:

LOUD AS HELL has hosted hundreds of Canadian and international bands annually since 2012 with exception of 2020 due to the Covid pandemic. During its decade of showcasing Canadian and international bands, the festival has grown into a pilgrimage for metalheads from across the country. Past years have hosted well-known bands such as Into Eternity, Goatwhore, Battlecross, Fit for An Autopsy, Anciients, Archspire, Unleash The Archers, Striker, KEN mode, Obey The Brave, Protest the Hero, AngelMaker, Divinity, Neck of The Woods, Endast among many more.

LOUD AS HELL 2023 will be celebrating its eleventh festival event presented by Loud As Hell Productions, Jurassic Ink Custom Tattoo, Prairie Fire Events, and Asher Media Relations. LAH always works its hardest to deliver the best lineup in the West ready to melt your face off. Featuring bands from across Canada and beyond, you won’t want to miss any of it. And don’t forget about their freak shows, burlesque dancers, clinics, vendors, and dinosaurs!

The sold-out 2022 lineup was scaled down to only Canadian bands due to international artists being unable to perform in the country because of border restrictions and guidelines stated by the federal government for Covid precautions.

LAH Partners:
Town of Drumheller
WCMFA – Western Canadian Metal Festival Alliance
Asher Media Relations
Bravewords
Metal-Rules
Absolute Underground Mag
Valley Brewing
Canalta Hotels
Neighbors’ Corner Pub
Prairie Fire Productions Ltd
Jerry’s Liquor Store
Trash Talk with Nate Trash
Slimbztv
MetalHeads United
Heavy Metal A Way Of Life

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What the press is saying:
“Western Canada’s loudest heavy metal festival brings fans to town more known for dinos than drum solos.” – CBC Calgary

“Loud as Hell – one of Canada’s top underground metal festivals – was a metal family reunion. If you walked around the grounds, where tents covered the landscape like flowers, you would experience concert goers laughing, hugging and just enjoying the moment. The music played non-stop and the people were some of the best you’ll meet. What else do you need? If you’re a metalhead fan, mark it down for next year because this is a concert you don’t want to miss.” – Blackfalds Life

“Headbanger alert: Loud As Hell festival to ramp up the volume” – Calgary Herald

“Nevermind the bug spray and sun tan lotion, as August approaches Drumheller residents should stock up on earplugs.” – Calgary Herald

“Loud As Hell returns to the southern Alberta city for its seventh year and as its name implies, will rock the city to its core.” – Calgary Herald

“Loud as Hell has celebrated eight years in the Badlands to date, with acts from all over the world-shattering the peace and quiet of the hills in a camping and music extravaganza.” – Hanna Herald

“Drumheller with its dinosaur bones is the site of the annual Loud as Hell heavy metal festival Friday through Sunday. Dozens of the heaviest bands known to Man will be taking the stage, many of them Canadian” – Gig City
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0 Reminder – HARDBALL Kicks Off Western Canadian Tour (BC, AB) + Out Now! Explosive Debut S/T Album Will Ignite A Grunge Revolution

August 1, 2023
by Asher
· Hardball · Music News

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Montreal, QC – Aug 1, 2023

Reminder – HARDBALL Kicks Off Western Canadian Tour (BC, AB)

+ Out Now! Explosive Debut S/T Album Will Ignite A Grunge Revolution

Tour Dates:
Aug 4 – Vancouver, BC – Astoria – w/ Paul is Dead
Aug 5 – Squamish, BC – Peckinpah
Aug 9 – Nelson, BC – Kootenay Co-op Radio – w/ The Tarholes
Aug 10 – Edmonton, AB – The Buckingham – w/ Take Sides, Pizza Bath and Umi Yokai
Aug 11 – Calgary, AB – Modern Love – w/ Pizza Bath, Cope and Wallpaper
Aug 12 – Oliver, BC – Firehall Brewing – Fantastic Firehall Festival
Aug 26 – Salmo, BC – Hogkegger Fest w/ Rad Dog

Back standing: Jeremy Head (Drums), Front L-R: Jamie Black (Bass), Scott Budgie (Guitar/Vocals), Photo Credit – by Kaila Hald

Vancouver’s Hardball is ready to take you on a grunge journey of dirty riffs and speedy shredding with their debut self-titled album, which is now streaming in full at the following links:

Spotify – https://sptfy.com/Oz8v

Bandcamp – https://hardball.bandcamp.com/album/hardball

Lyric video – “Worried As Shit” – https://youtu.be/rza3NATHCsk

The ten tracks deliver a heavier, punkier version of modern grunge with huge-sounding drums, and over-the-top heavy, layered guitars. Lyrically, vocalist/guitarist Scott Budgie says it helps him to think of the most distressed or agitated he’s ever felt in his life and channels those feelings of utter frustration, and confusion into his writing. There’s often some absurdity in there too as he thinks laughing at things that are too terrible to face is a coping mechanism for a lot of people. Artistically, the album covers a lot of different, but related themes. In Budgie’s mind, it’s a concept album, but it’s admittedly the most incoherent concept album of all time. It’s a deep dive into his own psyche, unturning all the different stones that maybe should have been left alone, all the while worrying about being too self-indulgent in the process. He goes on to comment on the release:

“We are really excited to finally get this album in people’s hands. There have been terrible periods of development hell and sessions of re-tracking the same parts over and over trying to get the vibe just right. It’s been a long, and at times aggravating process to get it to where we’re truly happy with it. We’re all perfectionists, especially Jeremy, who acted like the in-band producer throughout most of the process. I feel as though we created something innovative and contemporary while still honouring our heroes from the ‘90s alternative rock and ‘80s punk scenes. We’re having our cake and eating it too.”

Hardball is comprised of former Poles frontman and Vancouver local Scott Budgie, as well as Okanagan residents, drummer Jeremy Head also of The Motion Picture, and bassist Jamie Black. The album is a joint production between recording engineer Matt Roach of Rain City Recorders in Vancouver, BC (Baptists, Misery Signals, Comeback Kid) and mix engineer Felix Fung of Little Red Sounds in New Westminster, BC (Needles//Pins, Girlfriends and Boyfriends, Mode Moderne). Every Song was mixed by Felix Fung at Little Red Sounds, except for track 9. I/O, which was mixed by Jeff Black at Black Note Productions.

The self-titled album was released on July 21st, 2023 on all major streaming platforms via Distrokid, as a digital download through Bandcamp, and directly from the band on 12” LP, and compact disc. It is recommended for fans of Hüsker Dü, Flipper, and The Melvins.

Track Listing:
1. Just A Tree (3:55)
2. Worried As Shit (2:21)
3. NRA (2:33)
4. In The Mail (4:16)
5. Me And You (2:47)
6. Chili (5:55)
7. Talk To Me (5:25)
8. Ian’s Song (2:36)
9. I/O (3:18)
10. Open Air (9:47)
Album Length: 42:57

Album Recording and Live Band Lineup:
Scott Budgie – Vocals, guitars
Jeremy Head – Drums, guitars, synth, backing vocals
Jamie Black – Bass, backing vocals

More info: Facebook.com/hardballmusic | Instagram.com/hardballbc

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“Punishingly heavy and powerful, the band members go absolutely musically berserk on this one, throwing everything they’ve got against the wall, with the song’s intensity matching the weight of its message. Gun control is an issue we hear about in the news virtually every day. HARDBALL have stepped up to the plate here with a representation of the anger many of us feel about these societal challenges.” – V13

“Vancouver’s Hardball are sharing their self-titled full-length, which will take you through the grunge journey of dirty riffs and speedy shredding.” – New Noise Magzine

“The more I listen to this album the more I fall in love with it. I was a huge Nirvana fan in my youth and this scratches that itch and then some. It has elements of all three of their albums whole also bringing plenty of their own sound and creativity to things. There isn’t a bad track on the album and I’d recommend it to anyone! 9.5/10” – Overtone Magazine

“if you do like Nirvana – then you might have a new CD to purchase!… the opener ”Just A Tree” in true grunge mode. If you on the other hand take ”Me And you” we’re in for more of a party hard rocker with a slight punk vibe. Still some grunge in it, maybe mainly for the lead vocal of Scott Budgie who sounds very much like Kurt Cobain at times. This band is furthermore more interesting to listen to, musically, compared to Nirvana. Hear the hard-working guitar playing in ”Worried As Shit” for example. Same in the quite grungy ”Talk To Me” with good variation between intense and softer parts, plus nice riffing guitars. All in all, yes: quite grunge oriented but still more than that. Well worth checking out if you’re into this type of music.” – Melodic.net

“HARDBALL is a trio from Vancouver that tries to revive this period through realistic, harsh songs and a thick and hard sound. Their first album is without doubt the most beautiful tribute to the nineties scene that we have been able to listen to for a very long time” – Metal News Fr

“HARDBALL brings to their music, a claw, a rather distressed and tortured atmosphere. And then around the compositions, something struck me: the emotion. It is palpable all the way, feels right away, because it feels like Scott is literally living this music. Any grunge or nostalgic fan of this era should have an ear, because this album is inspired.” – Olivier No Limit – Soil Chronicles

“The riffs are sharp, the bass pumps the blood to the most inaccessible parts of the body and the drumming is truly outstanding. Above all, Hardball brings a sound that sounds quite melancholic and – typically grunge – is an indictment for a lot of things in the world that are firmly out of whack. Whether there is still an audience waiting for a grunge band, we cannot say for sure, although we assume that good music always finds a way. And to be honest, we are pleasantly surprised by this debut album.” – Musika

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0 BLACK PESTILENCE Announces Western Canadian Tour Dates w/ Citizen Rage (AB, SK, MB) + New Music Video “The Devil’s Connection” Off “Chaotic Wisdom” Out Sept 2023

July 31, 2023
by Asher
· black pestilence · Music News

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Montreal, QC – July 31, 2023

BLACK PESTILENCE Announces Western Canadian Tour Dates w/ Citizen Rage (AB, SK, MB)

New Music Video “The Devil’s Connection”

New Album “Chaotic Wisdom” Out September 2023

L-R – Daniel Toews – Guitar, Valax – Bass & Vocals, Davey Hellfire – Drums
Photo Credit – Wikked Twist Media

Calgary’s Black Pestilence announces they will be hitting the road this coming September for tour dates with Citizen Rage. The Western Canadian tour will kick off with a hometown show on September 15th at Dickens and see the two bands pillage across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, where they will wrap up the eight-date tour in Winnipeg, MB on September 23rd (dates listed below)

Black Pestilence will be on tour supporting their seventh full-length album “Chaotic Wisdom” being unleashed on September 8th.

Conjured by bassist/vocalist Valax, Black Pestilence was founded in 2008, initially as a one-man studio project that would evolve into a three-piece band and has remained in that form. To date, they have offered an impressive discography, six full-length albums, and two EPs, and now in 2023, their next studio release “Chaotic Wisdom” further expands on lyrical themes including LaVeyan Satanism, current events, social issues, and the glorification of the epicurean lifestyle.

The first single off the album, “The Devil’s Connection” is now out accompanied by a music video, which can be seen and heard below. Valax shares his thoughts on the track:

“The Devil’s Connection addresses the advantages of having an open mind. As esoteric as some scenarios might be, it will allow one to adapt to any situation. ”

Watch and listen to their music video for “The Devil’s Connection” at https://youtu.be/bhEBrCdP2ao

On the band’s new album “Chaotic Wisdom”, Black Pestilence sounds a bit darker and more analog. According to Valax, fans will get the same infectious sound this band is known for but with a different style of production. For example, they used various different mic techniques for recording the guitars, which added a very different overall sound. Each member of the trio spent more time recording their parts, which results in a much better performance than its predecessor.

Black Pestilence started out as very chaotic black metal with small hints of punk rock and lots of noise. After, it slowly evolved into a punk rock structure with black metal vocals. Now it is much more catchy with shorter song lengths. Their chaotic black metal ’n’ roll is recommended for fans of Midnight, Toxic Holocaust, and Impaled Nazarene.

“Chaotic Wisdom” is due out on September 8, 2023, and available for pre-order at https://blackpestilence.bandcamp.com.

Tour Dates w/ Citizen Rage
Sept 15 – Calgary, AB – Dickens
Sept 16 – Red Deer, AB – The Vat
Sept 17 – Edmonton, AB – Starlite Room – Temple
Sept 18 – Drumheller, AB – Neighbors Pub
Sept 19 – Saskatoon, SK – D’Lish Cafe (All Ages)
Sept 21 – Regina, SK @ TBA
Sept 22 – Brandon, MB – East Side Eatery
Sept 23 – Winnipeg, MB – Bulldog Events Centre

Track Listing:
1. Mortal Rift (3:29)
2. A Life of Evil (3:06)
3. The Devil’s Connection (3:29)
4. Chaos and Carnality (3:18)
5. Aspect of Darkness (3:06)
6. Infernal Might (feat. Mark Russell) (2:35)
7. Animus (5:50)
Total Length: 24:53

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““Crushing” is indeed the first word that comes to mind when hearing the massive mauling tones of the riffs (The Devil’s Connection), like rock being excavated by some humongous machine. That machine drives forward with snapping punk beats, laced with a sinister yet glorious guitar melody. The music itself also becomes more vicious as the riffs start rapidly jabbing and then seething. But the music also channels darker and more despairing moods, before those two solos kick up the pulse and transform the music into an experience of evil ecstasy. The thing turns out to be a very catchy beast too.” – No Clean Singing

“A recent discovery that has tickled the excitement nerves in my jaded and encrusted ear drums is Calgary’s Black Pestilence. Their take on black metal incorporates old-school thrash and punk and if you listen closely you can hear the smatterings of plain ol’ rock ‘n’ roll and swaths of noise and is a sound that has been explored and nurtured since the band formed as a one-man project in 2008. The band’s handlers claim those fans of Toxic Holocaust, Impaled Nazarene, Municipal Waste, Midnight and Cradle of Filth unconcerned with genre boundaries will enjoy Black Pestilence and we have to say the nail has certainly been hit on the head in that regard. Additionally, fans of image and theatrics will find value in the band’s aesthetic which owes to a collision of black metal, goth rock and Judas Priest’s wardrobe and fashion sense. ” – Decibel Magazine

“Hail the Flesh is a nice, quick, in and out style album. There’s no messing around, there’s no overly extended bridges or songs that overstay their welcome. This is a 9 track album that only spans 34 minutes of constant, hard hitting riffs, blasts, and downright aggressive and dominative vocals. Even the final track on the album, “Ephemeral”, which nearly reaches 7 minutes in play time feels fresh the whole way through. ” – Metal Injection

“an album that really has a surprisingly wide range within the black/thrash/punk style so if you love that sort of black and roll aggressive metal, then “Hail The Flesh” will be an album for you.” – The Rockpit

“Calgary, Canada’s Black Pestilence bring a fresh take to the sound, though. Hail The Flesh, the band’s sixth full-length album is a blackened crossover punk-thrash album. It sounds old school, yet very 2000s at the same time…. Municipal Waste, Impaled Nazarene, Toxic Holocaust fans take notice.” – Heavy Music Headquarters

“They really don’t have another gear beyond ‘top’ which makes for a splitting headache of heavy but one that satisfies. After all there are only 9 tracks and as Godless spits and snarls, Frauds to the Throne exudes filthy groove, My Will to Power rages hard and Ephemeral drags the suffering out, the over-riding thought is Black Pestilence have impressed.” 8/10 – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life

“Honestly, anyone with the remotest interest in Black ‘n’ Thrash, Black ’n’ Roll or even just plain old Thrash is going to love this album. It is a blisteringly addictive listen. The skilfully fluid ways that all these genres are melded is both brilliant and compelling as well as being lyrically inspiring.” – MetalTalk.net

“First things first, it’s not every day you hear black metal as fun as this! That is partly because of the exciting thrash and not-so-serious punk influences, but also because the songwriting is very strong. ” 4/ 5 – The Independent Voice

“dirty, punky Black/Thrash that occasionally makes feedback noises and consistently slaughters everything in its path.” 4/5 – The Metal Crypt

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0 Rockshots Records – Out Now! ARCH BLADE’s New Album “Kill The Witch”

July 28, 2023
by Asher
· Arch Blade (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – July 28, 2023

Rockshots Records – Out Now! ARCH BLADE’s New Album “Kill The Witch”

LA-based heavy metallers Arch Blade’s debut album “Kill The Witch” is now available from Rockshots Records. Presenting 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 order at the following links:

Digital – https://bfan.link/kill-the-witch

CD – https://bit.ly/KillTheWitchCD.

“Nightbreed” – Music Video – https://youtu.be/PVzrwIDV-nY

Arch Blade was 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.

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 NARCOTIC WASTELAND Unveils New Single “Sex Lies & DNA” – A Dark Exploration of True Crime + Tour Dates w/ Gorgatron, Tegmentum + Loud As Hell Festival w/ Jungle Rot, Incite, and more!

July 28, 2023
by Asher
· Music News · Narcotic Wasteland

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Montreal, QC – July 28, 2023

NARCOTIC WASTELAND Unveils New Single “Sex Lies & DNA” – A Dark Exploration of True Crime

+ Loud As Hell Festival w/ Jungle Rot, Incite, Necronomicon, The Convalescence

Renowned metal band Narcotic Wasteland, led by the talented Dallas Toler-Wade, is set to unleash their latest musical offering, a gripping single entitled “Sex Lies & DNA”. The track showcases the band’s signature intense sound, with haunting lyrics that delve into the intriguing world of true crime. Set for release on Friday, July 28, 2023, the song is expected to captivate audiences with its thought-provoking themes and powerful instrumentation.

With Dallas Toler-Wade on guitar and vocals, Brett Lee on lead guitar, Erik Schultek on drums, Kenji Tsunami on bass, and Joseph Howard and special guest Andrea_N_Black on vocals, “Sex Lies & DNA” features an impressive lineup of talented musicians whose synergy produces an electrifying sonic experience.

The single’s production was meticulously handled by Erik Schultek and Dallas Toler-Wade themselves at Level 3 Studios, resulting in a top-tier musical composition that expertly captures the essence of the band’s unique style. In a statement about the song, Dallas Toler-Wade shared his inspiration, stating:

“This song lyrically shows my ever-growing fascination with true crime. As I was working on this song, I asked myself a question. I asked myself what’s worse? A serial killer that has to ritual kill for power and control over the victim, or the husband or wife that kills their partner for a life insurance payout? It’s all equally bad, of course. The difference for me is I am fascinated with serial killers, but these other petty selfish murders like for money disgust me. While there are different reasons people kill, it all seems to stem from being a sociopath. The level of detachment and selfishness is astounding. And many of these murders, whether it be from a serial killer or more on the domestic side of things, drugs, and alcohol often play a role. Musically, “Sex Lies & DNA” showcases the band’s signature frantic tri-tonal riffing combined with an old-school speed metal/punk vibe, particularly evident in the powerful chorus chant.”

Dallas Toler-Wade’s songwriting prowess is evident as the track presents a challenging yet enthralling vocal and instrumental arrangement, featuring an exceptional guitar solo contributed by Brett Lee, followed by an impressive solo by Toler-Wade himself. The dedication to perfection even extends to the chorus, with multiple tracks recorded for the chant, including a contribution from their booking agent Andrea_N_Black.

To celebrate the release of “Sex Lies & DNA”, Narcotic Wasteland is embarking on a thrilling tour, treating fans across North America to their electrifying live performances. The tour will feature special guests Gorgatron and Tegmentum, promising a night of pure metal mayhem and unadulterated energy. Catch Narcotic Wasteland on the following tour dates listed below.

For fans of true crime, metal enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a powerful musical journey, Narcotic Wasteland‘s “Sex Lies & DNA” is not to be missed. Be sure to grab your copy of the single upon release and secure your tickets for an unforgettable live experience.

Narcotic Wasteland is recommended for fans of Vader, Death, The Crown, Autopsy, Pestilence, and Nile.

Listen to “Sex Lies & DNA” at the following links:

YouTube – https://youtu.be/JWTmlu5l_bc

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3OI1rTz

Digital Download – https://narcoticwasteland.com/single/78166/narcotic-wasteland-sex-lies-dna

Poster Design Credit for Sex, Lies & DNA – Kenji Tsunami

Tickets available at https://www.narcoticwasteland.com/tour

Sex, Lies & DNA Tour
** w/ Gorgatron and Tegmentum
# w/ Gorgatron
July 27 – Las Vegas, NV – Griffin **
July 28 – Long Beach, CA – Supply & Demand **
July 29 – Eureka, CA – The Siren’s Song Tavern **
July 30 – San Francisco, CA – DNA Lounge **
July 31 – Portland, OR – The Coffin Club #
Aug 1 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon #
Aug 3 – Boise, ID – The Shredder
Aug 4 – Kalispell, MT – Kalispell Eagles 234 – NW Metal Invasion Fest #
Aug 5 – Drumheller, AB – Loud As Hell Fest #
Aug 7 – Regina, SK – Cloud 9 #
Aug 9 – Winnipeg, MB – Bulldog Event Center #
Aug 10 – Thunder Bay, ON – Black Pirates Pub #
Aug 11 – Sioux Falls, SD – Bigs Bar #
Aug 12 – Menomonie, WI – Zymurgy Brewing #
Aug 13 – Fort Wayne, IN – Piere’s
Aug 17 – Montreal, QC – Piranha Bar
Aug 18 – Toronto, ON – The Rockpile
Aug 19 – Ottawa, ON – Rainbow Bistro
Aug 20 – Bowling Green, OH – Howard’s Club H

For more info: Narcoticwasteland.com | Facebook.com/narcoticwasteland | Instagram.com/narcoticwastelandofficial | Twitter.com/Narco_Wasteland | Tiktok.com/@narcoticwasteland

About: Narcotic Wasteland is a prominent metal band led by former Nile guitarist and vocalist Dallas Toler-Wade. Known for their intense sound and thought-provoking lyrics, the band continues to push the boundaries of the metal genre, captivating audiences worldwide. With their latest single “Sex Lies & DNA,” Narcotic Wasteland reaffirms their status as trailblazers in the world of metal music.

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0 Guitarist Sam Mooradian (Fallujah) Ready To Unleash Mind Bending Solo Prog Album “Bad Brain”

July 28, 2023
by Asher
· Music News · Sam Mooradian

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Montreal, QC – July 28, 2023

Sam Mooradian (Fallujah) Ready To Unleash Mind Bending Solo Prog Album “Bad Brain”

Sam Mooradian – Photo Credit – Craig Etchison

Sam Mooradian is a progressive metal guitarist, composer, and creator based in Boston, USA. Since starting his guitar-centric YouTube channel, Mooradian has become the touring guitarist for Fallujah, co-founded band Inhale Existence, and has launched his self-titled solo project. He is ready to drop his debut album “Bad Brain”, which is inspired, musically and lyrically, by problems in the brain. It’s very groovy and catchy, but also dissonant and jarring merging the two in an organic, enjoyable way. Mooradian shares his excitement:

“Bad Brain feels like a musical companion to emotionally difficult times. It’s the result of years of trying to hone my own sound and style of prog metal while also navigating significant life changes and events, so it’s very fulfilling to have it finally released. I’ve always been driven to push all the elements of songwriting and structure to the absolute limit while keeping the music catchy and enjoyable; I think Bad Brain does that pretty well. Lots of crazy time signatures and tempo changes. Lots of untraditional arrangements. It’s dark, it’s melancholic, and it takes some interesting twists and turns. Hopefully, it’ll break your brain a little.”

Mooradian suggests that the best way to enjoy this thrill ride of an album is from front to back. He wrote with the album in mind, and in order, and wants people to be surprised by some of the risks and turns the record takes throughout its flow.

Mooradian started on a darker, more death metal-inspired path. He had a few EPs over the years that he didn’t do much with and the 2018 EP “Depression For Breakfast” feels like the strongest predecessor to his first full-length “Bad Brain”/his current sound. Those projects have led him here, playing a sound and style that he relates to the most naturally – ultra weird, dark, experimental prog.

Weird and challenging, “Bad Brain” was written, performed, produced, mixed, and mastered by Mooradian, with a handful of guests adding flavor. It is recommended for all prog fans, especially those who like to dig into the truly unique. It will especially be of interest to fans of Plini, Gorguts, and Animals As Leaders.

“Bad Brain” is out as of July 28th, 2023, and available on all digital platforms.

Bandcamp – https://sammooradian.bandcamp.com/album/bad-brain

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3DA5YRA

YouTube – https://youtu.be/4jpp23IvYN8

Playthrough Videos:

Guitar Playthrough – Spies Are Listening – https://youtu.be/COieZnwa7hU

Guitar and Piano Playthrough – Titrate Down ft. Richard Blumenthal – https://youtu.be/eA-71aWc5-o

Track Listing:
1. Bad Brain – 4:39
2. Suspicious Gait (feat. Flub) – 5:30
3. Titrate Down (feat. Blumen) – 5:57
4. Real Anger – 2:19
5. Tinnitus (feat. The World Is Quiet Here) – 4:31
6. Assassin Mad (feat. Archaeologist) – 13:20
7. Find Someone Else – 1:15
8. Spies Are Listening – 2:59
9. Come And Get Me – 4:26
Album Length: 44:57

Album Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Sam Mooradian
• All songs written by: Sam Mooradian
• Produced by: Sam Mooradian
• Mixed by: Sam Mooradian
• Mastered by: Sam Mooradian
• Album Artwork by: Brendan MacAllister

Album Band Lineup:
Sam Mooradian – Guitar, bass, programmed drums, synths, vocals
Michael Alvarez / Flub – Vocals on track 2 / Suspicious Gait
Richard Blumenthal / Blumen, Aviations – Piano on track 3 / Titrate Down
Isaac Stolzer-Gary / The World Is Quiet Here – Second guitar solo in track 5 / Tinnitus
Kyle Schaefer / Archaeologist, Fallujah – Vocals on track 6 / Assassin Mad

Live Band Lineup:
Sam Mooradian – Guitar
Lucas Koughan – Bass
Dylan Hughes – Drums

More Info: Sammooradian.com | Facebook.com/sammooradianmusic | Instagram.com/sammooradian

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