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0 Rockshots Records: Out Now! New Music Video “Edge of The Dream” + New Album ETERNAL SILENCE “Timegate Anathema”

October 8, 2021
by Asher
· Eternal Silence (Rockshots Records) · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – October 8, 2021

For fans of Epica, Within Temptation, Sonata Arctica, Lacuna Coil, Evanescence

Rockshots Records: Out Now! Italian Symphonic Metal ETERNAL SILENCE New Album “Timegate Anathema”

New Music Video “Edge of The Dream”

Italian symphonic metallers Eternal Silence‘s new album “Timegate Anathema” is now available as Friday, October 8, 2021 via Rockhots Records. Recorded at The Groove Factory (Udine, Italy) and Line/Out Studio (Milano, Italy) with mixing and mastering by Michele Guaitoli (Visions of Atlantis, Temperance, Kaledon), the full length will feature ten tracks of symphonic and power prog metal plus will see the band introduce new elements and experimentation into their sound. The album goes from power metal songs like “The Way Of Time” and “My Soul Sad Until Death” to heavy and dark ones like “Rain and Red Death Masquerade”, passing through the catchy melodies of tracks like “Glide In The Air” and acoustic moments on “Lonely and Firefly”. The main theme that inspired the record is the concept of time.

For the album’s release day, Eternal Silence is sharing the new music video for their single “Edge of the Dream“, a powerful song, with heavy riffing and a strong orchestral section. The alternation between female and male vocals designs a catchy melody together with the inserts of the choir.

“Since the very beginning this song was there, and it looked like it was always there. Alberto wrote it in the initial stages of the preparation of the album, but it wasn’t immediately chosen to be part of this work. Marika took part in writing the lyrics and we struggled a lot to find a good solution for the chorus. Everything fell in the right place when we were recording in studio and with Michele Guaitoli we had the idea of a choral part in the chorus, used as a counterpoint to the main voice. The result was one of the most epic songs we’ve ever written.” adds the band.

Watch the music video for “Edge of the Dream” via Rockshots Records‘ YouTube channel at the following link: https://youtu.be/kwJJJwSlbzc

The new video is also the first official appearance of the new official band members: Martino Boneschi (guitars), replacing Enzo Criscuolo, and Katija Di Giulio (violin).

“Timegate Anathema” is available at the following links:

CD Order: http://bit.ly/TimegateAnathema_CD
Digital: https://bfan.link/timegate-anathema

Previous Videos:
Ancient Spirit – Lyric Video – https://youtu.be/xDR8PfxFafo
Glide In The Air -Music Video – https://youtu.be/0wZMeT49DGs
Red Death Masquerade – Lyric Video –https://youtu.be/FLFmNhQ98X4

Formed in Varese, Italy in 2008, Eternal Silence combines powerful guitar riffs, a thunderous rhythmic section, catchy melodies, and bombastic orchestral tracks with the support of two vocalists, Marika Vanni and guitarist Alberto Cassina sharing the front stage. The band’s current line-up is completed by Alessio Sessa (bass), Andrea Zannin (drums) and Enzo Criscuolo (guitarist).

Since their formation, the band has unleashed three albums and two EPs. 2020’s “Renegades” (EP), 2018’s “Metamorphosis” (EP), and 2017’s “Mastermind Tyranny” were released on Sliptrick Records, and their earlier full-lengths “Raw Poetry” (2013) and “Chasing Chimera” (2015) were released on Underground Symphony Records.

Over the years, the band has been a consistent touring presence in Europe, performing in Germany, Switzerland, France, Czech Republic, Austria, Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Italy, and Hungary along with being support for bands such as Temperance, Therion, Haggard, Sound Storm, Blackoustic (Timo Kotipelto (Stratovarius) and Jani Liimatainen (Insomnium)).

Eternal Silence is:
Marika Vanni – Vocals
Alberto Cassina – Guitar/Vocals
Alessio Sessa – Bass
Andrea Zannin – Drums
Martino Boneschi – Guitar
Katija Di Giulio – Violin

Track Listing:
1. The Way Of Time (6:59)
2. Edge Of The Dream (6:00)
3. Ancient Spirit (5:31)
4. Heart Of Lead (5:41)
5. Lonely (4:51)
6. Glide In The Air (4:06)
7. Rain (4:36)
8. My Soul Sad Until Death (5:36)
9. Firefly (2:15)
10. Red Death Masquerade (4:51)
Album Length: 50:28

More info:
Rockshots.eu
Facebook.com/eternalsilencemusic
Instagram.com/eternalsilenceband
YouTube

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0 Out Now! Canadian Cinematic Post / Prog Rock In Solastalgia, EitherWay Debut EP “Morii”

October 8, 2021
by Asher
· In Solastalgia, EitherWay · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 8, 2021

For fans of Milanku, Mogwai, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Opeth, Neurosis

Out Now! Canadian Cinematic Post / Prog Rock In Solastalgia, EitherWay Debut EP “Morii”

Montreal, Canada’s In Solastalgia, EitherWay releases the debut EP “Morii”, out now as of Friday, October 8th.

The EP is a visual and instrumental post / progressive rock experience created from the mind of Jean Philippe Hébert. The six-song recording’s goal is to merge together a post-apocalyptic screenshot of a non-utopic universe within its 29-minute atmospheric journey.

“I’m is trying to create a complex, visual listening experience, like a short movie or a trip, in which the music itself changes intensity, emotions and comes in waves, there is a playful side that works with a nostalgic side,” explains Hébert.

Heavily influenced by film scores, In Solastalgia, EitherWay will likely continue further down this path, becoming more and more complex, with bigger arrangements and more instrumentation, when Hébert attends film school.

Stating that he is a rather shy person, it took him some time to get In Solastalgia, EitherWay off the ground. About a year ago, he started showing his music and received enough positive feedback that it encouraged him to go ahead with this project. He also became fascinated by the idea of Solastalgia and the effect that environmental change has on our collective mental health.

In Solastalgia, EitherWay is recommended for fans of Opeth, GodSpeed! You Black Emperor, Russian Circles and Mogwai.

“Morii” is available via Insolastalgiaeitherway.bandcamp.com, Spotify

Show Dates:
Oct 24 – Quebec City, QC – La Source de la Martinière

Track Listing:
1. Good People, Bad Medecin. (4:25)
2. Opia (6:40)
3. Morii (4:45)
4. The Warlike Fox (2:59)
5. Zenozyne (5:39)
6. La Solastalgie (4:36)
EP Length: 29:07

EP Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Jean Philippe Hébert and Max Gosselin on Drums
• All songs written by: Jean Philippe Hébert
• Produced by: Jean Philippe Hébert
• Mixed by: Ryan Battistuzzi
• Mastered by: Ryan Battistuzzi
• EP Artwork by: Jean Philippe Hébert and photo by Élise Charbonneau

EP Recording Band Line Up:
Jean Philippe Hébert on guitars, keys and Max Gosselin on Drums

Live Band Line Up:
Jean Philippe Hébert – Guitars
Balloo – Bass
Vithou – Keys
Gabriel – Guitars
Maxu – Drums

More Info:
Facebook.com/In-Solastalgia-EitherWay-113534206766985
Instagram.com/insolastalgiaeitherway
EPK

About:
Jean Philippe Hébert is an academically trained guitarist. Originally from Québec City, JP was educated at Notre-Dame-De-Foy campus, a private college in the outskirts of Quebec capital. He grew up surrounded by nature with one brother and two parents in the medical field.

As a young boy, JP would admire a guitar that had been hung on the wall of his house for ages, until he found the courage to ask for the instrument and some lessons. As a teenager, JP played a lot, concentrating his efforts towards a heavy style of music, until he started college and began studying classical and jazz. He is also a multi-instrumentalist; playing not only guitar but piano, drums and bass as well as banjo, mandolin and other specialized guitars.

His musical abilities landed him many gigs with prominent local Quebec City acts like Elliot Maginot, Lisa Leblanc and Les Soeurs Boulay to name a few. For over a decade now he has been lead guitarist on many of these projects both in-studio and live settings.

He is currently working on a solo project “In Solastalgia EitherWay”, which is the fruit of many years of work; it was built around the philosopher Glenn Albrecht idea that describes a form of emotional or existential distress caused by environmental change. This project combines JP’s love for nature and music. His influences vary from Godspeed You! Black Emperor to Goat and to heavier things like Opeth. You can hear all these worlds colliding in his music, somehow perfectly placed in chaos.

The goal is to have a 6 song EP entitled “MORII” recorded by 2021 that will then be followed by a series of concerts. The concerts themselves will be worked on as moving portraits, as he will work closely on visuals with videographers. This project is both musical and visual.

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0 Out Now! Canadian Cinematic Post / Prog Rock In Solastalgia, EitherWay Debut EP “Morii”

October 8, 2021
by Asher
· In Solastalgia, EitherWay · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – October 8, 2021

For fans of Milanku, Mogwai, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Opeth, Neurosis

Out Now! Canadian Cinematic Post / Prog Rock In Solastalgia, EitherWay Debut EP “Morii”

In Solastalgia, EitherWay is recommended for fans of Opeth, GodSpeed! You Black Emperor, Russian Circles and Mogwai.

“Morii” is available via Insolastalgiaeitherway.bandcamp.com, Spotify

Music Video – Opia – https://youtu.be/J6jLojmlgfs
Music Video – Morii – https://youtu.be/TqrsvASAK_4

Show Dates:
Oct 24 – Quebec City, QC – La Source de la Martinière

Track Listing:
1. Good People, Bad Medecin. (4:25)
2. Opia (6:40)
3. Morii (4:45)
4. The Warlike Fox (2:59)
5. Zenozyne (5:39)
6. La Solastalgie (4:36)
EP Length: 29:07

EP Recording Band Line Up:
Jean Philippe Hébert on guitars, keys and Max Gosselin on Drums

Live Band Line Up:
Jean Philippe Hébert – Guitars
Balloo – Bass
Vithou – Keys
Gabriel – Guitars
Maxu – Drums

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0 Experience Metalcore Tinged Lovecraftian Horror With Fathom Farewell’s Single “Nameless City”, Lyric Video Premiere via MetalInsider

October 7, 2021
by Asher
· Fathom Farewell (Blood Blast Distribution) · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – October 7, 2021

Experience Metalcore Tinged Lovecraftian Horror With Fathom Farewell’s Single “Nameless City”

Lyric Video Premiere via MetalInsider

EP “Kraken” Out October 22nd via Blood Blast Distribution

L-R: Dustin Black (Bass), James Frost (Guitar), Alex Cohen (Vocals), Chantz Mello (Guitar), Casey Albiero (Drums)
Photo Credit – Alex Cohen

The latest release for New England metalcore act Fathom Farewell is the lyric video for the fourth single “Nameless City” off their upcoming EP “Kraken”. The band took their favorite five tracks from a pool of demos that would cohesively work together to come up with the new record and have high expectations for its reception as they explain:

“Well, we’ve had the great fortune to perform the new stuff a few times for a live audience and let’s just say they never went even half this hard for the old material. I’ve never been more confident in any musical release I’ve been a part of in my almost 2 decades playing music. They’re gonna love it as much as we do.”

The single “Nameless City” was entirely inspired by an HP Lovecraft short story of the same name. This story focuses on a lone explorer traversing the ruins of an ancient city with no name. The farther he dives into the city, the more devious it seems, growing narrower, and damper, and darker until the explorer notices large reptiles emerging from the darkness while the light dies. The story’s imagery and environment description comes alive with heavy breakdowns and intense vocals.

The writing process for Fathom Farewell is very simple and streamlined. Vocalist Alex Cohen writes all lyrics; guitarist Steve Almon wrote the instrumentals for this past EP, presented it to the band and they laid everything down seamlessly. Moving forward, new guitarist James Frost, bassist Dustin Black, guitarist Chantz Mello and drummer Casey Albiero will be contributing instrumentals. In order to alleviate pressure, they stay far ahead of each release in terms of writing. Lyrical inspiration comes from Cohen’s environment, things that concern or inspire him to speak out on certain subjects whether it be mental health or oppression or even just a good ol’ concept track like this single.

Those looking for a new take on metalcore should find Fathom Farewell of interest, especially those with an interest in August Burns Red, Coheed & Cambria, and System of a Down.

The lyric video for “Nameless City” can be heard via its premiere MetalInsider HERE.

“Kraken” will be out on October 22, 2021 via Blood Blast Distribution.

EP digital pre-save – https://backl.ink/148090012

Previous Videos:
Kraken – https://youtu.be/Ah9bk6tLbbQ
Eulogy – https://youtu.be/1EoNvfy0W_0
In Time – https://youtu.be/NdvLXweK2mI

Track Listing:
1. Kraken (3:46)
2. Eulogy (4:21)
3. In Time (2:54)
4. Nameless City (3:48)
5. Save Your Breath (3:06)
EP Length: 17:54

EP Recording Band Line Up:
Alex Cohen – Vocals
Chantz Mello – Guitar
Steve Almon – Guitar
Dustin Black – Bass
Casey Albiero – Drums

Live Band Line Up:
Alex Cohen – Vocals
Chantz Mello – Guitar
James Frost – Guitar
Dustin Black – Bass
Casey Albiero – Drums

For more info:
Fathomfarewell.com
Facebook.com/fathomfarewell
Twitter.com/Fathomfarewell
Instagram.com/fathomfarewell
EPK

About:
Fathom Farewell brings depth to the rock/metal genre beyond the confines of its articulate instrumentation and vocal presence. Addressing topics from humanity and its relationships to the grave consequences human nature causes our world, frontman Alex Cohen demands through his delivery that each listener lend a close ear and a willingness toward self-reflection. This fiery passion results in a refined rock act with the potential to be the voice of change, but with the live thrill and precision of a modern heavy metal act. In conjunction with exceptional work ethic and persistence, it’s no wonder the band has swiftly made a name for itself throughout New England, having earned the opportunities to support Sevendust’s 20th-anniversary tour, along with area dates with Issues, The Devil Wears Prada, Volumes, I Prevail, Currents, and many more. The band has also performed four times at the Vans Warped Tour in MA since forming in 2014, three times at New England Metal and Hardcore Festival, and made appearances at Rock and Shock Festival. Following the release of the 2019 “Consume The Earth” EP, the band has accrued over 100k streams across Spotify and Apple Music. Bolstered by recent additions to the newly completed lineup and with upcoming new material produced by Chris Piquette (Trophy Wives/Riviera), with assistance from Extreme Management Group, Fathom Farewell aims to support this release with vigorous touring and marketing in hopes of carrying awareness of its message to the rest of its home country and eventually to the world, as all of “this planet is our home”.

Now with three EPs under their belt over four years “Consume The Earth” (2019), “Decomposition” (2017), Drowning Limits (2015), the band is ready to present their next EP entitled “Kraken” on October 22nd, 2021 via Blood Blast Distribution.

Discography:
2021 – Kraken (EP)
2019 – Consume The Earth EP)
2017 – Decomposition (EP)
2015 – Drowning Limits (EP)

Shared Stage with:
Sevendust, Devil Wears Prada, Issues, Ice Nine Kills, I Prevail, Tallah, Starset, Crown The Empire, Attila, Silent Planet, The Browning, Betraying the Martyrs, Born of Osiris, Chelsea Grin, Thousand Below, Vanna, iwrestledabearonce, Psychostick, Emmure, The Acacia Strain, Veil of Maya, Make Them Suffer, The Colour Morale, Memphis May Fire, Blessthefall, CKY, Slaves, Volumes, AFI, He Is Legend, Devil You Know, After The Burial, Kublai Khan, Hatebreed

Tour and Festivals:
2014-2018 – Van’s Warped TOUR – Mansfield Ma
2016-2017 – Rock N Shock – Worcester MA
2017-2019 – New England Metal and Hardcore Fest – Worcester MA
2015-2018 – Rambudifest – Providence RI

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What the press is saying:

“New England melodic metalcore band Fathom Farewell have been around longer than you think, with a handful of EPs to their name since their 2015 debut EP. The band have supported bands like Sevendust and The Devil Wears Prada in the past, just to name a few, and their upcoming Kraken EP contains some of their best material to date.”- New Fury Media

“The immediate impact and versatile clean to scream ability from vocalist Alex Cohen pushes Fathom Farewell out above the hordes – the man has some serious pipes ready for the challenge, forceful and commanding while confidently holding out key notes during the verses and choruses to make “Six Feet Beneath” and “Wide Awake” instant appealers.” – Dead Rhetoric

“The Boston quartet have emerged from within the melodic metalcore scene but as the six tracks within their latest offering shows, their sound is a far more adventurous and varied blend of metal and melodic rock enterprise.” – The Ringmaster Review

“Holy vocals! Worcester based Fathom Farewell have just released “Consume the Earth”, and it’s blowing our minds… Palpably driven, passionate, and sharing messages close to their heart, “Consume the Earth” is an impressive invitation to listen to Fathom Farewell.” – Depth Magazine

“Fathom Farewell: One of the fastest rising stars” – Permafrost Today

“Featuring six tracks of high-energy and emotionally-driven modern hard rock/metal, the EP shows why Fathom Farewell are one of the fastest rising stars in the melodic metalcore scene.” – Moshville Times

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0 Montreal’s NOVA SPEI Announces New Album “Sequentis” + New Single “Qui Sème Le Vent”

October 7, 2021
by Asher
· Music News · Nova Spei (Bam&Co. Heavy)

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Montreal, QC – October 7, 2021

Montreal’s NOVA SPEI Announces New Album “Sequentis” + New Single “Qui Sème Le Vent”

New Album “Sequentis” Out November 12 via Bam&Co-Heavy

L-R – Nicolas Dumais (Bass/BackVocal) | Julien De Carufel (Drums) | Dany Duplessis (Singer/Screamer)
Stéphane Filion (Lead Guitarist) | Dany Soucy (Rhythm Guitarist/Ambiant Lead)
Photo Credit – Claude Prud’Homme – Studio-017

Nova Spei is a Francophone groove metal band from Montreal, Quebec, Canada. They are releasing their second album “Sequentis” this November via label Bam&Co-Heavy. The 12 track record comes in at just over 45 minutes of music spanning a wide range of metal influences.

The first single off the album “Qui Sème Le Vent” is already out and fans have been eating it up. The band expects the rest of the album will be devoured by fans of groovy, djent and progressive metal. The band explains the theme behind the song and what they are trying to accomplish with the album:

“We try to give listeners something to reflect on, lyrics that represent their day-to-day reality. We created this album as a more ‘’metal’’ album, with lots of energy and powerful riffs. The basis of the single is that some people despise others, they have no respect for their neighbors. But sooner or later the wind picks up and they reap what they sowed.”

Nova Spei got together to create something new in the local music scene as they had been missing the stage for quite some time. The current lineup consists of Dany Soucy (Rhythm Guitarist), Dany Duplessis (Vocals), Julien De Carufel (Drums), Nicolas Dumais (Bass/Back Vocal) and Stéphane Filion (Lead Guitarist).

“Sequentis” was written and produced by Nova Spei, it was mixed and mastered by Anthony Chognard and the album artwork was done by Filip Ivanovic.

“Qui Sème Le Vent” can be listened to right now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/F8o8o9QYv70

“Sequentis” comes out on November 12, 2021 via Quebec label Bam&Co-Heavy and is recommended for fans of Architects, Gojira and Deftones.

Album pre-order – https://novaspei.bandcamp.com/album/sequentis

Track Listing:
1. Animal (3:36)
2. Génération Perdue (3:55)
3. Assez (3:25)
4. La Proie (5:07)
5. Sorcière (3:40)
6. Digitalisé (3:50)
7. Nouvel Espoir (4:07)
8. Damné (3:32)
9. Qui Sème Le Vent (3:40)
10. Tête Dure (3:26)
11. Mal Incarné (4:26)
12. Démocratie Bafouée (3:39)
Album Length: 46:26

Album and Live Band Line Up:
Dany Soucy (Rhythm Guitarist / Founder)
Dany Duplessis (Singer/Screamer)
Julien De Carufel (Drums)
Nicolas Dumais (Bass/Back Vocal)
Stéphane Filion (Lead Guitarist)

For more info:
NovaSpei.com
Facebook.com/NovaSpei
Twitter.com/NovaSpeiBand
Instagram.com/novaspei
EPK

About:
NOVA SPEI, is a Francophone progressive metal band from Montreal Quebec. They were formed in 2012 by Dany Soucy (guitar) (Dook, Legion) and in 2014, Nicolas Dumais (bass) and Dany Duplessis (vocals) joined the lineup. Stéphane Filion (guitar) joined the band in August 2018 while Julien De Carufel (drums) arrived in August 2021.

In 2014, Nicolas Dumais (bass) and Dany Duplessis (vocals. Stéphane Filion (guitar) joined the formation in August 2018 while Julien De Carufel (drums) arrived in August 2021.

The band is a heavy sound coming from the guitar and the drums reminiscent of Deftones, Meshuggah and Tesseract. Vocals are influenced by Killswitch Engage, Staind, and Breaking Benjamin. The progressive side on the bass is inspired by Dream Theater and Porcupine Tree.

Their rhythms depict texts that leave room for reflection. A reflective metal with a Djent flavor.

They presented their first album “Éponyme” 2017. In 2019, they were tour support for Anonmyus’ 30th anniversary Quebec tour of the same group, which added to their 50 date tour to promote the debut album.

The production and direction of their first full length were done in the band’s home studio in Champlain, QC, and it was mixed/produced/mastered in France by Anthony Chognard (Smash Hit Combo, CHSprod). Their lead single “The Man with 1000 Smiles” is in constant rotation on Quebec RadioX 98.1FM and their song “Ma Muse” can be heard during the Canadiens hockey games at the Centre Bell in Montreal.

2019 marked the beginning of the recording of their second album, which is entitled “Sequentis”, which will be released on November 12, 2021 via label Bam & Co Heavy.

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“Une pièce qui a tout ce qui faut pour devenir un classique du métal québécois. Des phrases percutantes et pleine de sens sur une musique lourde à souhait.” – Ondes Chocs

“Nova Spei : Nouvel espoir sur la scène métallique au Québec” – Voir

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0 EPK – Nova Spei – Sequentis (Bam&Co. Heavy) (2021)

October 6, 2021
by Asher
· EPKs · Nova Spei (Bam&Co. Heavy)

EPK – Nova Spei – Sequentis (Bam&Co. Heavy) (2021)

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

For fans of Architects, Gojira, Deftones, Tesseract, Killswitch Engage

Album Title: Sequentis
Release Date: November 12, 2021
Label: Bam&Co-Heavy
Distribution: Propagande (physical) – Believe Digital(Digital)

NovaSpei.com | Facebook.com/NovaSpei | Twitter.com/NovaSpeiBand | Instagram.com/novaspei | Youtube

Novaspei.bandcamp.com | Apple Music | Spotify

Online Store – www.novaspei.com/marchandise | Bam&Co. Heavy

“Une pièce qui a tout ce qui faut pour devenir un classique du métal québécois. Des phrases percutantes et pleine de sens sur une musique lourde à souhait.” – Ondes Chocs

“Nova Spei : Nouvel espoir sur la scène métallique au Québec” – Voir

L-R – Nicolas Dumais (Bass/BackVocal) | Julien De Carufel (Drums) | Dany Duplessis (Singer/Screamer) | Stéphane Filion (Lead Guitarist) | Dany Soucy (Rhythm Guitarist/Ambiant Lead)
Photo Credit – Claude Prud’Homme – Studio-017

NOVA SPEI is a Francophone progressive metal band from Montreal, Quebec. They were formed in 2012 by Dany Soucy (guitar) (Dook, Legion) and in 2014, Nicolas Dumais (bass) and Dany Duplessis (vocals) joined the lineup. Stéphane Filion (guitar) joined the band in August 2018 while Julien De Carufel (drums) arrived in August 2021.

Their rhythms depict texts that leave room for reflection. A reflective metal with a Djent flavor.

2019 marked the beginning of the recording of their second album, which is entitled “Sequentis”, which will be released on November 12, 2021 via label Bam & Co Heavy.

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FUN FACTS:
1. The album was recorded in the band’s home studio in 12 days
2. Drums were recorded in France by Jordan Keifer
3. Album was supposed to be out in Autumn 2020. Because of Covid, 1 year delayed.
4. No matter you use a standard guitar bridge or an EverTune bridge, Keep your guitar in tune!! That’s the line we heard the most while recording.
5. “Nouvel Espoir” was lyrically written after a joke while touring in 2019 with Anonymus with DanDup acting like a Preacher telling us we were the church of the New Hope.

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The album as a whole:
Lyrically the album describes Nova Spei’s vision of society, sometimes critical, but not pessimistic. They try to wake people and to be better. Musically, lots of good riffs, many guitar solos, punchy sounds, and groove beats. They try to make it easy listening, but keep it cool to play.

Track by track explained by the band.
1. Animal
“Animal” talks about pushing our limits, it is about surpassing oneself, motivation, strength and relentlessness to achieve our goals.
2. Assez
“Assez” denounces those who use a cause to embellish their images but who do not do what they advocate.
3. Génération perdu
We have fewer and fewer human relationships, hidden behind our screens, more and more individualistic.
4. La proie
“La proie” denounces and sensitizes in a clear and straightforward way violence against women.
5. Sorcière
“Sorcière” represents our vices, our weaknesses, the witch can also be an unhealthy relationship.
6. Digitalisés
The human being has become a perishable product. We take what we need and throw it away as soon as it is consumed, the human being becomes cold and digitized.
7. Mal incarné
It’s hard to express the pain, the despair. Often it stays with us and eats away at us from within. The song is about that feeling.
8. Damné
This one talks about resilience, to stay strong and upright despite hardships.
9. Nouvel Espoir
When we unite, we are stronger than anything. By coming together, looking out for one another, we can build a better world. This is “Nouvel Espoir”.
10. Tête Dure
We often say that we learn from our mistakes. But nobody ever learns, it’s “Tête Dure”.
11. Qui Sème le vent
Some people despise others, they have no respect for their neighbors. But sooner or later the wind picks up and they reap what they sowed.
12. Démocratie bafoué.
The feeling of being flouted by the system, regardless of the political party, it’s all the same.

[Download Album Cover | Download Album Lyrics]

Album Title: Sequentis
Release Date: November 12, 2021
Label: Bam&Co-Heavy
Distribution: Propagande (physical) – Believe Digital(Digital)

Track Listing:
1. Animal (3:36)
2. Génération Perdue (3:55)
3. Assez (3:25)
4. La Proie (5:07)
5. Sorcière (3:40)
6. Digitalisé (3:50)
7. Nouvel Espoir (4:07)
8. Damné (3:32)
9. Qui Sème Le Vent (3:40)
10. Tête Dure (3:26)
11. Mal Incarné (4:26)
12. Démocratie Bafouée (3:39)
Album Length: 46:26

Album Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Nova Spei
• All songs written by: Nova Spei
• Produced by: Nova Spei
• Mixed by: Anthony Chognard
• Mastered by: Anthony Chognard
• Album Artwork by: Filip Ivanovic
• Member of SOCAN
• Music is Canadian Content (MAPL)

Album and Live Band Line Up:
Dany Soucy (Rhythm Guitarist / Founder)
Dany Duplessis (Singer/Screamer)
Julien De Carufel (Drums)
Nicolas Dumais (Bass/Back Vocal)
Stéphane Filion (Lead Guitarist)

Discography:
2021 – Sequentis
2017 – Self-Titled

0 Thank You so much Canadian MDs and DJs for the airplay love! September 2021 – !earshot – September 2021 – Top 10 loud #1 White Cowbell Oklahoma

October 6, 2021
by Asher
· White Cowbell Oklahoma

Thank You so much Canadian MDs and DJs for the airplay love!

September 2021 – !earshot – September 2021 – Top 10 loud

#1 White Cowbell Oklahoma

https://earshot-online.com/charts/2021/September/loud.cfm

0 The Design Abstract Introduce Their Most Chaotic Track Yet, “Decryptor” Off Upcoming Album “Metemtechnosis”, Song Premiere via NoCleanSinging

October 6, 2021
by Asher
· Music News · The Design Abstract

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – October 6, 2021

The Design Abstract Introduce Their Most Chaotic Track Yet, “Decryptor” Off Upcoming Album “Metemtechnosis”

Song Premiere via NoCleanSinging

New Album “Metemtechnosis” Out October 29th via Abstrakted Records

L-R – Matt Ngo (Guitar) | Voiicide (Vocals, Bass, Synth) | Logan Mayhem (Guitar, Synth)
Photo Credit: Tami Martin

“Decryptor” is the second single off the upcoming album “Metemtechnosis” from Canada’s The Design Abstract. The album is a continuation of the sojourn into the epic sci-fi world the band has created, explored by their deeply narrative songs. This single is the band’s magnum opus; they state that everything that is present in this album and the last – Technotheism (2021) can be found in this track. They explain further:

“Decryptor is quite simply the cumulation of our sound to this point: every key element of this album, as well as Technotheism, are on display here. The chorus is a massive and crushing display of rhythm, while almost every other section of the track is exploring melody and technicality in different ways. If you liked the orchestral parts of past releases, you won’t be disappointed; if you liked the industrial or electronic elements, they’re there as well. If you liked the crushing low vocals or the sparkly clean ones, it’s all in this track! Compositionally we pushed ourselves in every way we could, and I think the result speaks for itself.”

Overall, The Design Abstract can be summed up as devastating blast beats merged into breakdowns which giveaway to detailed orchestral work, and synth layering. Crushing guttural lows, contrasted with crisp clean vocals, and of course riff after riff of technical-yet-memorable guitar work.

The single tells the story of the saviour of Aberration Omega: the fabled Decryptor. Described as “an angel of digital reckoning” and “the archfiend of machines”, the Decryptor character is the key to the rebellion breaking through the walls of the oppressive temple, and discovering the secrets which will be uncovered in the next album.

Impeccable storytelling and songwriting are the primary focuses of The Design Abstract‘s music, and this upcoming full length is sure to grab the attention of anyone who enjoys narrative concept records and bands such as Fleshgod Apocalypse, Soilwork and Septicflesh.

Listen to “Decryptor” via its premiere on NoCleanSinging HERE.

Single pre-save – https://smarturl.it/shjx1a

The album “Metemtechnosis” drops on October 29, 2021 via Abstrakted Records.

Album pre-order – https://design.bandcamp.com

Lyric Video – Born of Machines – https://youtu.be/1LgkZKwNFT4

Track Listing:
1. Digital Dawn (8:03)
2. Born of Machines (4:35)
3. The Hybrid Awakening (7:07)
4. Organic Data Fusion (5:45)
5. Metropolis II (4:42)
6. Aberration Omega (3:33)
7. Upheaval (Instrumental) (2:00)
8. Sentinels (3:10)
9. Decryptor (6:32)
Album Length: 45:31

Album Band Line Up:
Voiicide – Vocals, Bass, Scoring/Sampling/Programming
Logan Mayhem – Guitars, Modular synthesis
Matt Ngo – Guitars

For more info:
Facebook.com/thedesignabstract
Instagram.com/thedesignabstract
EPK

About:
The Design Abstract is a 3-piece Symphonic Melodic Death Metal band from Kitchener-Waterloo, ON, Canada. The band focuses heavily on storytelling and worldbuilding with a futuristic and sci-fi narrative to each album they create. The Design Abstract formed in 2011 as a solo project under the name Design, and after many lineup changes, grew into a musical entity that presents a bold, epic, and even monolithic fusion of orchestra, synth, and melodic death metal. Sweeping symphonic passages, harsh industrial elements, highly proficient and memorable guitar work, and brutal guttural vocals mixed with soaring cleans are all blended in many ways to put forth a truly unique and powerful musical experience.

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“Incorporating old school sci-fi visual elements with choppy electronics, catchy guitar parts and perfectly timed kick drums, this track (Parallel Projection) is a synth metal blast!” – Metal Injection

“A symphonic technical death metal masterpiece with an amazing concept to keep you engaged from start to finish \m/” – Heavy New York

“Now for some nerd shit. Technotheism is a concept record about the future that at it’s core is a melodic death metal record, but the band dabbles with electronic elements, technicality, and grand orchestrations throughout. Fans of Last Chance To Reason and really any band Mike Semesky (Ordinance, Raunchy, etc) has been a part of will probably dig this.” – Metal Injection

“This is a grandiose affair, full of musicality, technicality, and narrative. Thirteen tracks of symphonic melodic death metal that tells a cyberpunk story of a group of rebels fighting to regain control of Earth. It ranges from technical guitar work to atmospheric electronic passages, and just about everything in between.” – The Prog Space

“I love hearing something ambitious and genre-bending when a band can follow through on their vision. The Design Abstract is one such band, one that had an idea and put it together almost flawlessly… This album is every bit as diverse, colorful, and epic as I had hoped, and there are jaw-dropping moments galore. I absolutely love this record.” – The Prog Mind

“The Design Abstract goes for a big symphonic style in extreme metal, with a few twists and surprises along the way. Fans of the dystopian and/or futuristic sounds may find the album especially interesting. The Design Abstract is the symphony that remains after the alien zombies have taken over and this is the music that they want the world to hear to remind everyone that the zombies are horrible beings that enjoy tormenting the population with grandiose cacophony. When can the party begin, right?” – Metal Bulletin Zine

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0 Streaming Now! Canada’s EVERY HOUR KILLS (ft. guests from Vildhjarta, Shadow of Intent) Darkest, Heaviest Material Yet On New EP “Vacua”, Full Stream Premiere via TheProgspace

October 6, 2021
by Asher
· Every Hour Kills · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – October 6, 2021

For fans of Veil of Maya, Born of Osiris, Periphery, Erra, Spiritbox

Streaming Now! Canada’s Every Hour Kills Presents Their Darkest, Heaviest Material Yet In “Vacua”

Full Stream Premiere via TheProgspace

New EP “Vacua” Out October 8th

EP Guests:
Calle Thomer (Vildhjarta, Humanity’s Last Breath),
Chris Wiseman (Currents, Shadow of Intent)

Calgary’s formidable modern metal act Every Hour Kill’s has been shunning and breaking genre rules throughout their career with each release surpassing the last in musicianship and experimentation. The latest offering “Vacua” due out on October 8th is the biggest departure yet and although not everyone might like it; guitarist and primary songwriter Sacha Laskow wrote what he felt rather than trying to stick to a template of what the band ‘should’ sound like. According to him, fans of progressive music like himself are typically open to a range of sounds, influences, and emotions. He explains the sound change further:

“This record is a culmination of a dark, tumultuous fucked up year in the world and in my personal life, as it was for many people around the world. As lucky as I am to still have work and my basic needs met, the emotional rollercoaster still affected me strongly and I ended up unemployed for a period in 2020, and thus this EP was born. It is both more human in that I collaborated more strongly with new songwriters and Jei on vocals, but also more mechanical as I also wrote with the assistance of AI creation tools, and most of the instrumentation is programmed MIDI. I feel like this is my most honest work as a writer, to express what comes to mind rather than fit into a box or template of what Every Hour Kills ‘should’ sound like. It may alienate some people but so be it!”

Every Hour Kills is a rotating collective ensemble featuring the core of ex-Divinity / Enditol guitarist and producer Sacha Laskow, bassist Brent Stutsky (ex-Breach of Trust), along with vocalists Jei Doublerice (Despite Exile, Abiogenesis) and Jerrod Maxwell-Lyster (ex-Out of Your Mouth).

Each of the five tracks on “Vacua” were written for the EP, with no filler and nothing left on the cutting room floor. Track “Intransigent” was co-written with Calle Thomer (Vildhjarta, Humanity’s Last Breath) and tracks “Euclidian” and “Tenebrous” were co-written with Chris Wiseman (Currents, Shadow of Intent). The EP was produced, mixed, and mastered by Laskow along with EP artwork done by Erisis Red.

Recommended for fans of Born of Osiris, Periphery, and Vildhjarta, “Vacua” can be heard in full before it officially releases via its premiere on TheProgSpace HERE.

Track Listing:
1. Palindrome (intro) (2:01)
2. Vacua (3:28)
3. Euclidian (2:57)
4. Tenebrous (3:34)
5. Intransigent (4:08)
EP Length: 16:09

EVERY HOUR KILLS
Sacha Laskow: Guitars & Programming
Jerrod Maxwell-Lyster: Vocals
Jei Doublerice: Vocals
Brent Stutsky: Bass

EP Credits:
Music: Tracks 1, 2 – Sacha Laskow
Music: Track 3, 4 – Sacha Laskow, Chris Wiseman
Music: Track 5 – Sacha Laskow, Calle Thommer
Lyrics and Vocals: Tracks 2, 4 – Jerrod Maxwell-Lyster, Jei Doublerice
Lyrics and Vocals: Tracks 3, 5 – Jei Doublerice

Recorded, Mixed & Mastered: Sacha Laskow – Perfect Filth Studios
Additional Vocal Engineering: Jei Doublerice at Exiled Media & Joe Hoferat J & C Studios
Every Hour Kills uses: Toontrack, Fractal Audio, Neura IDSP, ML Sound Labs, Ownhammer, Bareknuckle Pickups
EP Artwork: Erisis Red
Band Photo: Nicco Van Hamja

For more info:
EveryHourKills.com
Facebook.com/EveryHourKills
YouTube.com/everyhourkills
Instagram.com/alansachalaskow
Twitter.com/everyhourkills
EPK

About:
“Every hour wounds, but the last one kills” – Anonymous

Every Hour Kills is a rotating collective ensemble featuring the core of ex-Divinity / Enditol guitarist and producer Sacha Laskow, bassist Brent Stutsky (ex-Breach of Trust), along with vocalists Jei Doublerice (Despite Exile, Abiogenesis) and Jerrod Maxwell-Lyster (ex-Out of Your Mouth).

Every Hour Kills was built to challenge the idea of what defines a “band”. Rather, the group sees itself as a constantly evolving musical collective; guest vocalists and soloists across the songs bring their own unique artistry and elevate the collective impact of Every Hour Kills’ brand. The lyrics, artwork, visuals, and themes all look toward the future, asking the key postmodern question of how will emerging technology and our humanity progress and co-exist?

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0 Rockshots Records: In/Vertigo Announce Tour Dates (AB, SK) w/ Buckcherry and Bif Naked

October 6, 2021
by Asher
· In/Vertigo · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – October 6, 2021

For fans Guns N Roses, Van Halen, Led Zeppelin, Velvet Revolver

Rockshots Records: In/Vertigo Announce Tour Dates (AB, SK) w/ Buckcherry and Bif Naked

Announce New Members!

New EP “Sex, Love & Chaos” Out Now!

Hard rockers In/Vertigo announce they will be opening support on the Alberta and Saskatchewan dates of Buckcherry and Bif Naked’s Canadian tour dates.

The four-show date run starts October 7th in the band’s hometown of Calgary, AB along with performances on October 11th in Red Deer, AB, October 12th in Saskatoon, SK, and October 14th in Regina, SK.

Oct 7 – Calgary, AB – Grey Eagle Event Center
Oct 11 – Red Deer, AB – Bo’s Bar and Stage
Oct 12 – Saskatoon, SK – Coors Event Center
Oct 14 – Regina, SK – Conexus Art Center

Formed in 2016, In/Vertigo delivers non-stop memorable performances at jet engine decibels of a Boeing 747. The band has made a name for themselves touring and constantly gigging around Western Canada. Performing high-profile gigs with international acts such as Diamond Head, Age Of Electric, Pop Evil, The Wild!, and The Lazy’s, they have proven to many they are a young and upcoming band still hungry for larger stages and even bigger crowds.

Their self-titled demo, recorded under Ronnie Champagne (Alice In Chains, Janes Addiction, Social Distortion) had a limited run of 500 and subsequently sold out. Their four-song debut EP “Sex, Love & Chaos” was released during July 2019 via Rockshots Records.

In/Vertigo is the quintessential rock n’ roll act, who comes in with a sonic molotov cocktail of sound, aimed at the music world who unapologetically thirsts for classic/hard rock.

In additional news, In/Vertigo welcomes its two newest members, Brandon Haddow (guitar) and Carter Bews (drums), and will be entering the studio to record their follow up EP to be mixed by Brain Moncarz (Alice Cooper, Our Lady Peace) and engineered by Kirill Telichev (The Dudes, Highkicks) for release in 2022.

“Sex, Love & Chaos” is available on Spotify, Apple Music, and all other major digital platforms HERE.

Previous Music Videos:
The Night here
Bad Enemy here
Take It here
Chains here

Track Listing:
1. Chains
2. Bad Enemy
3. The Night
4. Take It

EP Credits:
-All music, lyrics, and songs were written and recorded by In/Vertigo.
-Produced by Kirill Telichev & In/Vertigo, at the Sound Priory.
-Mixed and edited by Kirill Telichev.
-Engineered by Kirill Telichev. “Take It” partially engineered by Kirill Telichev and Ronnie Champagne at Ghost Iron Studios.
-Pre-production for “Chains” by Reed Shimozawa.
-Mastered by Dan Dubois, at Schematic Sounds.

For more info:
Rockshots.eu
Invertigoband.com
Facebook.com/getinvertigo
Instagram.com/getinvertigo

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