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0 DECIMATE METALFEST (June 13-14) (Millet, AB) Adds QUIETUS To 2025 LINEUP w/ INTO ETERNITY, THE BUNNY THE BEAR, UNTIMELY DEMISE, NECHT, AND MORE!

June 3, 2025
by Asher
· Decimate MetalFest · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – June 3, 2025

DECIMATE METALFEST Adds QUIETUS To 2025 LINEUP

w/ INTO ETERNITY, THE BUNNY THE BEAR, UNTIMELY DEMISE, NECHT, AND MORE!

June 13 & 14, 2025 – All-Ages Music & Arts Festival w/ Camping – Millet, Alberta

Decimate Metalfest Returns (Millet, AB): A Celebration of Fun, Community, Love for Music, and the Metal Family!

Hashtags: #DecimateMetalfest #DECIMATEMF #DMF2025 #METALMAKESMEMORIES #METALISFOREVERYONE

Decimate Metalfest 2025 Lineup Spotify Playlist: https://spoti.fi/4l4TbLb

Decimate Metalfest announces the addition of Edmonton progressive metal band QUIETUS to their 2025 lineup, which features INTO ETERNITY, THE BUNNY THE BEAR, UNTIMELY DEMISE, NECHT, and more!

DMF returns to the Millet Agriplex Arena in Millet, Alberta, on June 13th and 14th, 2025, for another electrifying weekend of heavy metal music and community spirit. As one of Western Canada’s premier metal festivals, Decimate Metalfest continues to deliver unforgettable experiences for metal enthusiasts of all kinds!

The 2024 edition of Decimate Metalfest was a monumental success, featuring an impressive lineup of bands from across Canada and the United States. Attendees were treated to performances spanning various alternative and metal genres, creating an atmosphere of unity and celebration. The festival’s commitment to inclusivity was evident, welcoming fans of all ages and all walks of life to partake in the festivities. Highlights included thrilling air guitar contests with real guitars as prizes, an array of vendors, gaming, delectable offerings from local food, and the convenience of nearby camping facilities. “We are so grateful to the community of Millet for welcoming us with such open arms. We cannot wait to see you all again this year!”

Building on the momentum of previous years, Decimate Metalfest 2025 promises to elevate the experience even further. Organizers have diligently curated a roster of bands that will deliver high-octane performances. This year’s festival promises to be the biggest yet, featuring an incredible lineup of talent from across Canada and beyond:

INTO ETERNITY – Regina, SK
THE BUNNY THE BEAR – New York / Florida, USA (First time playing in Alberta!)
FAMOUS STRANGERS – Edmonton, AB
UNTIMELY DEMISE – Saskatoon, SK
HAWKING – Vancouver, BC
NECHT – Calgary / Ireland
THE UNENDING – Kelowna, BC
SYRYN – Calgary, AB
BRAIN STEM – Edmonton, AB
AGE OF ASHES – Edmonton, AB
ALMOST DEAD – San Francisco, USA (First time in Canada!)
FLOODGATE – Kelowna, BC
SKEPSIS – Edmonton, AB
THE 21ST AGENDA – Red Deer, AB
WARWOLF – Edmonton, AB
OCEANS UNDER STARS – Edmonton, AB
QUIETUS – Edmonton, AB
SUPERMODEL TAXIDERMY – Fort McMurray, AB
BEYOND SUFFERING – Calgary, AB (Wacken Metal Battle Canada Alberta Winners)
ACCIDENTS HAPPEN – Edmonton, AB (System of a Down Tribute Band)
VICTORIA LIES – Calgary, AB
COUNTED AMONG SAINTS – Edmonton, AB
PER VELUM (YOUTH) – Calgary, AB
KRADYIL (YOUTH) – Banff, AB
BIRTHDAY GIRL – Calgary, AB (Hostess of Ceremonies)
RED SILENCE – Edmonton, AB
DAMIEN GHOUL – Edmonton, AB
MORTIS X – Edmonton, AB
ABOYACTUALLY – Edmonton, AB
JOJOMOJO – Edmonton, AB

Ticket Information: https://www.decimatemetalfest.com/tickets

Advance tickets are now available, offering attendees the opportunity to secure their spots at a discounted rate:

2-Day Pass: $135 (Save $15 off the door price)
Includes access to both days of music and entertainment, plus a free pancake breakfast.

Friday Day Pass: $60 (Save $15 off the door price)
Includes access to Friday’s performances.

Saturday Day Pass: $90 (Save $15 off the door price)
Includes access to Saturday’s performances and a free pancake breakfast.

YES! WE OFFER AFTERPAY!

Children 10 and under can attend for free, making this an inclusive event for families!

Camping Accommodations

For those wishing to stay close to the action, camping is available at the Millet Lions Memorial Campground, conveniently located within walking distance of the Millet Agriplex Arena. Camping rates are not-for-profit and go towards maintaining the wonderful community of Millet! Please note that camping reservations must be made separately through the campground’s official website: https://milletlionscampground.com/reserve-campsite/

Vendor and Volunteer Applications Now Open

Decimate Metalfest is now accepting applications for vendors and volunteers! Whether you want to showcase your business to passionate festival-goers or become an essential part of the event team, we welcome you to apply. Vendors can take advantage of the opportunity to sell their products to a dedicated audience while volunteers gain behind-the-scenes experience and help bring the festival to life. (Yes! We accept Youth volunteers!)

Vendor Applications: https://www.decimatemetalfest.com/vend

Volunteer Applications: https://www.decimatemetalfest.com/volunteer

Join the Metal Community

Decimate Metalfest is more than just a music festival; it’s a gathering of the metal family, fostering connections and creating lasting memories. Whether you’re a seasoned metalhead or new to the scene, this festival offers an unparalleled experience of music, camaraderie, and community.

Stay Connected

For the latest updates, lineup announcements, and ticket purchases, visit the official Decimate Metalfest website. Follow us on social media to stay in the loop:

Website: https://www.decimatemetalfest.com/

Facebook: Decimate Metalfest Facebook Page

Instagram: Decimate Metalfest Instagram

Linktree: Linktree

Media Contact:

For press inquiries, interviews, or additional information, please contact us at:
info[@]decimetalfest[.]com

Join us at Decimate Metalfest 2025 for a weekend that promises to be louder, heavier, and more unforgettable than ever before.

Decimate Metalfest Partners and Sponsors Include:

WCMFA (Western Canadian Metal Festival Alliance) Affiliates:
Loud As Hell Festival
Armstrong Metalfest
Hyperspace Festival
Glacial Mutilation Festival

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0 Canada’s FAMOUS STRANGERS’ New Single “L.S.C.” Digs Deep Into Power, Obsession, and Emotional Survival + Festival Dates – Decimate Metal Fest, Armstrong MetalFest, Loud As Hell Open Air

June 3, 2025
by Asher
· Famous Strangers · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – June 3, 2025

Canada’s FAMOUS STRANGERS’ New Single “L.S.C.” Digs Deep Into Power, Obsession, and Emotional Survival

+ Festival Dates – Decimate Metal Fest (June 13-14), Armstrong MetalFest (July 11- 12), Loud As Hell Open Air (Aug 1-3)

L-R – Jeff Kittlitz (Guitar, Vocals) | Braden Sustrik (Bass) | Brian “Beej” Jolly (Drums) | Amanda Keirnan (Lead Vocals, Lyrics)

Edmonton, Canada’s Famous Strangers, is proud to unveil their fourth single entitled “L.S.C.” as they gear up for perfmances at this year’s festival appearances at Decimate Metalfest (Millet, AB – June 13-14), Armstrong Metal Fest (Armstrong, BC – July 11-12) and Loud As Hell Open Air (Drumheller, AB – Aug 1-3) along with upcoming tour dates to be announced.

“L.S.C..” is meant to take you on a ride. It starts soft, like it is letting you in slowly, and then it flips the switch. The heaviness hits out of nowhere. It grabs you, shakes you, and then drags you through the rest of the track without letting go. It eases you in, then completely takes over, and by the time it is done, it feels like it has drained the life out of you in the best way.

“LSC is one of the most intense and personal songs we’ve released. It digs deep into power, obsession, and emotional survival, all wrapped in a sound that’s meant to hit you hard and stay with you. It is heavy, emotional, and completely unhinged in the best way. Come get some,” adds guitarist Jeff Kittilitz.

Famous Strangers wants fans’ listening experience to be unpredictable, emotional, and honest. This single, and everything they have been working on, doesn’t stick to one lane. They jump from the heaviest riffs they can come up with to slow, bluesy, chilled-out moments. It’s all over the place, and they know not everyone is going to be into that…and that’s okay.

What they hope is that it opens people up a little, even if it’s not what they usually listen to. There’s so much music out there that people miss out on because they’re stuck in one genre or one mindset. Famous Strangers are trying to break through that and just write what feels real, no matter what it sounds like. They are about being fearless in their songwriting. Put everything on the table, be yourself, and don’t hold back. That’s the energy they’re trying to give people when they press play.

Famous Strangers has had a healthy and steady evolution. Since their earlier singles in 2024, Famous Strangers have started to lock in with each other creatively and naturally found a sound that they can all stand behind. It flows and feels more cohesive, and everyone in the band feeds off each other in a way that keeps pushing the songs to a new level.

Listen to “L.S.C.” at the following links:

YouTube – https://youtu.be/drbeRCBcCGo

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4kNbe7F

Previous Singles:

Music Video – I’ll See You In The Stars” – https://youtu.be/OtdfaMp4Hec

George – https://youtu.be/fz85ChqELO4

Deepstar – https://youtu.be/00jujvck9sM

More info:

Famousstrangersband.com

Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559110131774

Instagram.com/famousstrangersband

Tiktok.com/@famousstrangersband

About: Since their formation in 2023, Famous Strangers‘ signature blend of haunting melodies, powerful vocals, and immersive soundscapes has captivated listeners. The band brings together accomplished musicians whose past experiences in various musical projects have shaped their collective sound. Their diverse influences converge in a unique sonic experience characterized by atmospheric instrumentals and a dynamic vocal approach that seamlessly shifts between melodic and aggressive. They are recommended for fans of Halestorm, Judas Priest, Dio, and Arch Enemy.

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“Haunting, Stirring and Impactful…those words just keep going through our mind as we take in the new single “I’ll See You In The Stars” from Famous Strangers. This one is quite unique with a powerful intensity that is full of rhythm and achieves the rare feat of fury as a pure form of beauty. We really dig this one and you can catch it on your Home for the Best New Rock…” – WJOE – Findlay’s Home for Rock & Roll

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0 TANGENTS Announces Eastern Canadian Tour (QC, ON, NB, NS) – “No Dragons, No Lasers, Just LobsTour” In Support of New EP “Molt”

June 3, 2025
by Asher
· Music News · Tangents

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – June 3, 2025

TANGENTS Announces Eastern Canadian Tour (QC, ON, NB, NS) – “No Dragons, No Lasers, Just LobsTour”

New EP “Molt” Out Now!

L-R – Will Tennant – Guitars/Backing vocals, Nathan Chechock- Guitars/Backing Vocals, Rob Barnes- Bass, Matt Williams – Vocals/effects/samples, Simon Oliver- Drums/Backing Vocals

Photo Credit – Rory P

Formed simply as a creative outlet in which there are no rules, Orillia, ON’s TANGENTS plays music with the idea of no constraints, no guidelines, and producing what they would want to hear. Releasing their fourth EP entitled “Molt” this past April, Tangents announces they will be hitting the road this coming July for tour dates across Eastern Canada in Ontario, Quebec, New Brwunwick, and Nova Scotia. (dates listed below).

With elements of mathcore, prog, and post-hardcore, Tangents take you on a brutally honest journey with nothing to hide during an emotional and heavy 10 minutes on their latest EP’s three tracks. The band’s goal is to keep the listener on their toes, along with themselves as musicians. Keeping things fresh and ever evolving.

“For this EP, we decided on the 3 songs simply to capture that specific moment in time. I feel that there’s always room for growth, so we constantly keep evolving, we’re stoked and proud to release Molt. With our most focused effort, we present to fans a multitude of experiences in a compact timeframe. This offering allowed us to open and embrace challenges and overcome the obstacles that come with growth,” adds guitarist Will Tennant.

Taking pride that each member of the band is a multi-instrumentalist, Tangents are a bare bones heavy band, and at the end of the day, they get up there and rock out live to showcase very visceral songs. It’s a roller coaster of emotions throughout each track.

Recommended for fans of avant-garde mathy metal and bands such as The Dillinger Escape Plan, Mr Bungle, Every Time I Die, Dog Fashion Disco, and Better Lovers, Tangents’ new EP “Molt” is available at the following links:

Bandcamp – https://tangents1.bandcamp.com

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4knPCPM

YouTube – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lbqCZ2QJmSbse8S6jgMo8AsgHKm7Gx-H0

Tangents live by the motto “No dragons, no Lasers,” which basically means nothing fancy, just give them electricity and they can play their tunes! No relying on gizmos and gadgets. Check them out live on the “No Dragons, No Lasers, Just LobsTour”.

Tangents – “No Dragons, No Lasers, Just LobsTour”
July 16 – Montreal, QC – Bar L’Hemisphere Gauche
July 18 – Windsor, NS – (Gutterfest) – Avon Valley Lanes
July 19 – Yarmouth, NS – The Red Knight
July 20 – Halifax, NS – Gus’ Pub
July 22 – Woodstock, NB – Monteith Manor
July 23 – Bathurst, NB – Bathurst Southside Lounge
July 24 – One Star Studio (secret location)
July 25 – Edmundston, NB – Microbrasserie Ateepic
July 26 – Lachute, QC – Royal Canadian Legion

Track Listing:
1. Assimilate (3:01)
2. Mass Delusion (3:33)
3. Forge (3:59)
EP Length: 10:34

More info: https://linktr.ee/Tangents705

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0 MORNINGSTVR Unveils Music Video For Black Metal Single “Whispers Of A Nameless Fear” From New Album “A Fate Engraved” Out June 2025 + Tour Dates (CA/WA/OR/ID)

June 2, 2025
by Asher
· Morningstvr · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – June 2, 2025

MORNINGSTVR Unveils Music Video For Black Metal Single “Whispers Of A Nameless Fear”

+ Tour Dates (CA/WA/OR/ID)

New Album “A Fate Engraved” Out June 20th, 2025

With just a few weeks until the release of his new album “A Fate Engraved”, Synth-Based Black Metal artist Morningstvr has released the final advance single and music video for “Whispers of a Nameless Fear”. The nearly four-minute track serves as the penultimate piece on the album and represents some of Sam Tchortov’s most atmospheric and evocative work to date. He comments on what to expect:

“Taking a line from the intro dialogue to Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, the outro track of the album brings forth the themes of a dark fall, creating a more atmospheric sense, giving a taste of what the next album shall entail, the lyrical content consists of how I find peace in certain atmospheric settings and specific parts of the year, its ending with strong winds gives the listeners an eerie sense of what is to come next.”

“Whispers of a Nameless Fear” draws heavily from Tolkien-inspired themes, evident in both its title and composition. The track weaves haunting synth passages with relentless percussion and Morningstvr‘s signature winterous vocals to create a soundscape that evokes ancient dread and forgotten prophecies. Following the releases of “The Last of the Northern Kingdoms” and “Dethroned”, this third single completes a trilogy of advance tracks that together offer listeners a comprehensive preview of the album’s scope and ambition.

The accompanying music video furthers the medieval aesthetic established in previous releases while introducing elements of occult imagery that hint at the album’s darker themes. With this final single now available to the public, anticipation builds for the June 20th release of “A Fate Engraved”, which Morningstvr describes as ‘the bridgepiece’ connecting his previous work to the concluding chapter of his ‘Unholy Trinity’. The complete album will feature twelve tracks spanning over 44 minutes, continuing the narrative begun with 2024’s “In Memoriam of the Blvck Wind”. This black metal feast is recommended listening for fans of Hekseblad, Hulder, and Axius Link.

Watch and listen to the music video for “Whispers of a Nameless Fear” via its premiere on NoCleanSinging HERE.

“A Fate Engraved” is set for release on June 20, 2025, and available for pre-save – https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/morningstvr/a-fate-engraved-2/

Music Video – “The Last of the Northern Kingdoms” – https://youtu.be/GP5-6ccZwTY

Music Video – “Dethroned” – https://youtu.be/ZB2HT4m7jt0

Morningstvr – A Fate Engraved Tour:
June 13, 2025 – Los Angeles, CA – The Slipper Clutch
June 14, 2025 – San Diego, CA – Brick by Brick
June 16, 2025 – Seattle, WA – The Fun House
June 17, 2025 – Portland, OR- Shanghai Tunnels
June 19th – Boise, ID – Realms Arcade
June 20, 2025 – Twin Falls, ID – Big Papa’s Bar

Track Listing:
1. Beyond the Cold Wastes – 3:15
2. Black Metal Wytch – 3:45
3. Born to frolic in a Scandinavian Forest – 3:07
4. When Mountains Behold Tombs of Nine – 4:01
5. War Chant – 2:01
6. The Last of the Northern Kingdoms – 4:47
7. Dethroned – 4:09
8. The Black Forest – 2:33
9. Her Eyes in Winter Fog – 3:58
10. Ride Forth, Knights of the Pale Moon – 4:05
11. Funeral Moon – 4:32
12. Whispers of a Nameless Fear 03:57
Album Length: 44:15

Album Credits:
Mastered by: Morningstvr
Album artwork by: Carly Craft, Morningstvr
Lineup: Morningstvr – Vocals, Synths, Guitars, Drums, Production
LIVE Lineup: Morningstvr

More info: https://linktr.ee/morningstvr

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0 One Band To Rule Them All! KILLOTINE Wins WACKEN METAL BATTLE CANADA 2025 To Play Wacken Open Air!

June 2, 2025
by Asher
· Music News · Wacken Metal Battle Canada

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – June 2, 2025

One Band To Rule Them All! KILLOTINE Wins WACKEN METAL BATTLE CANADA 2025 To Play Wacken Open Air!

Photo Credit – Derek Carr – Visions In Pixels

WMBC 2025 Final Spotify Playlist – https://spoti.fi/3Z55AFy

One band to rule them all! The final four bands from this year’s 2025 battles for Wacken Metal Battle Canada gathered in Vancouver, BC, for the national final on May 31st at the Rickshaw Theatre. Only one unsigned Canadian band can walk away and be crowned champion to move on to perform at one of the world’s most prestigious and largest already sold-out metal festivals, Wacken Open Air (July 30th – August 2nd) (Attendance of over 80,000 people in Wacken, Germany for over 30 years).

Crowning this year’s 2025 winner is Hamilton, ON’s KILLOTINE (Ontario Winner), who, after their performance, a panel of industry judges voted as Canada’s top band to play at the International Wacken Battle at Wacken Open Air. They performed alongside SOULTHIEF (Ottawa, ON – Eastern Canada Winner), BEYOND SUFFERING (Calgary, AB – Alberta Winner), and YEGG (Nanaimo, BC – British Columbia Winner). The special guest headliner was 2024 BC final winner, Vancouver’s Arrow In The Quiver.

“What a finals we’ve just had in Vancouver. It’s so nice to see the level of the bands and the great performances from all of them. The result is that we’ve got something special this year: Killotine is the chosen one. This band has a career waiting for them, and the real beginning of that journey will be at Wacken Open Air. This really enforces what the Metal Battle is all about and how we are nurturing the next generation, the future of metal,” comments Canadian Organizer of Wacken Metal Battle Canada, JJ Tartaglia.

This year’s panel of national final judges consisted of BRITTNEY SLAYES (Unleash The Archers), JJ TARTAGLIA (Canadian Organizer of Wacken Metal Battle Canada), JJ CAITHCART (Founder of SCRAPE Records and Host of Different Stages Radio), KRIS SCHULZ (Founder of Empower Through Music and Owner of Horizon School of Music), ABELARDO MAYORAL (Founder, Owner, and Operator of The Invisible Orange and OrangeTickets), STAN SCHINNERS (Owner of Broken Neck Radio), JUSTIN DOBBIN (Owner and President of Main Stage Rehearsal Studios).

About The Final Four:

Hamilton, ON’s KILLOTINE is the hammer that falls without warning—relentless, unforgiving, and all-consuming. Their riffs shred through the air like jagged steel, solos burn with a fury that can’t be tamed, and blasts hit like an explosion in your chest. They don’t care about trends or softening the blow. Every note is a direct attack, every show a brutal assault. Headbanging is inevitable, the adrenaline is relentless, and the chaos is total. This is metal in its rawest, most savage form. With their “take everything, leave only metal” mentality, Killotine isn’t here to play nice. They deliver exactly what the maniacs demand—pure, unfiltered aggression. No filler, no fake. Just a full-throttle, all-out assault that doesn’t let up, leaving you wrecked and addicted to the chaos. KILLOTINE IS COMING. STAY OUT OF THE WAY OR GET DESTROYED.

Video – Epic Live Set at the Whiskey Pit: Killotine Shreds Like Never Before! – https://youtu.be/AkuL8nbk8XE

https://linktr.ee/killotinemetal

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Ottawa, ON’s SOULTHIEF is a crossover band known for their powerful and fun sound that combines elements of melodic hardcore, thrash metal, beatdown, slam, and punk. Formed in early 2021, the band has garnered a reputation for its intense live performances and dynamic songwriting.

Their discography includes several notable releases, with their albums “Citadel” and “The Bad Kind of Wet” receiving praise for their energy and musical depth. Tracks like “You Could be my Gwen Stacy” and “Rupture” are often highlighted as fan favorites, showcasing the band’s ability to craft memorable hooks and crowd-engaging lyrics.

Soulthief has built a loyal following through their extensive touring and energetic live shows. They have performed at various venues and festivals, earning a reputation for delivering high-impact performances that resonate with audiences. Playing with bands like Stick to Your Guns, Within Destruction, MadBall, Get the Shot, Left to Suffer, Guilt Trip, Sworn Enemy, Hoods, Vctms, Teeth, and many more

Soulthief has continued to evolve and push the boundaries of their craft. Their dedication to their musical performance and their passionate fanbase have cemented their place in any music scene they show up in.

Music Video – You Could Be My Gwen Stacy – https://youtu.be/eRnfHx-FvGY

https://www.soulthief.ca

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Calgary, AB’s BEYOND SUFFERING is a five-piece melodic metal band with roots in thrash and metalcore. With founding member and lead guitarist Rob Vargo, they blend intense riffs and rhythmic complexities of deathcore with melodic hooks and emotional depth of hardcore. Their recent pre-release demo, “Buddha,” is a great buildup to the upcoming “Darkness” and subsequent response “Light” EPs later this year.

Song Stream – Buddha (Demo) – https://youtu.be/Menz1YSu_pI

https://www.facebook.com/BeyondSuffering

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Nanaimo, BC’s old school death metal YEGG is a band that stays true to their roots. Drawing inspiration from iconic bands like Death, Obituary, Morbid Angel, and Cannibal Corpse, YEGG delivers a relentless assault of pure, unadulterated old school Death Metal. Their live shows are a sight to behold with intense energy and a ferocious wall of pure aggression that will.

Song Stream – Offal Offering – https://youtu.be/7s0WVh-JXd4

https://linktr.ee/yeggmetal

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About The Battle:

Wacken Metal Battle Canada is part of an international competition that sees bands from across the country battle each other for the chance to win their spot among 30 different countries’ champions, and represent Canada in an international battle of the bands at the world’s largest outdoor metal festival: Wacken Open Air. The battles have been hosted at the festival for over a decade, allowing independent bands to showcase their talents to an international audience, along with the chance to win multiple prizes.

How it works:
Participating cities will host qualifying rounds plus a city final organized by a local city concert promoter, where one band will move forward to the Canadian national final (date and city to be determined). The winner of the national final will move on to perform at the Wacken Open Air 2025 and compete against the winners of 29 other countries in a final global battle. All battle rounds are judged by respected local music industry representatives.

Rules for participation: https://www.metal-battle.com/rules/

Links:
Metal-Battle.com
Facebook.com/WMBCanada.official
Twitter.com/MetalBattleCan
Instagram.com/MetalBattleCanada.Official

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0 EPK – Tangents – Molt (2025)

June 2, 2025
by Asher
· EPKs · Tangents

EPK – Tangents – Molt (2025)

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

“So stoked and proud to release Molt. So much growth, so much change, evolution. Yet somehow we make it all make sense. Definitely our most focused effort, we present to you a multitude of experiences in a compact timeframe. This offering allowed us to open and embrace challenges and overcome the obstacles that come with growth” – Tangents

For Fans of The Dillinger Escape Plan, Every Time I Die, Dog Fashion Disco, Mr Bungle, Better Lovers

Band: Tangents:
EP Title: Molt
Release Date: April 11, 2025
Label: Self-Release

All Links: https://linktr.ee/Tangents705

Facebook.com/TangentsBand705 | Instagram.com/tangentsofficial

Tangents1.bandcamp.com | Spotify

“If you can imagine a Mike Patton era Faith No More creating bombastic and dramatic metal with a bit of a grunge undercurrent, then that may perhaps be a little bit of an indication about the type of music you will find on this EP. And if that notion strikes you as an intriguing one, chances are good for you to find this EP to be a rewarding one I’d suspect.” – The Viking in the Wilderness

Tangents – “No Dragons, No Lasers, Just LobsTour”
July 16 – Montreal, QC – Bar L’Hemisphere Gauche
July 18 – Windsor, NS – (Gutterfest) – Avon Valley Lanes
July 19 – Yarmouth, NS – The Red Knight
July 20 – Halifax, NS – Gus’ Pub
July 22 – Woodstock, NB – Monteith Manor
July 23 – Bathurst, NB – Bathurst Southside Lounge
July 24 – One Star Studio (secret location)
July 25 – Edmundston, NB – Microbrasserie Ateepic
July 26 – Lachute, QC – Royal Canadian Legion

Band: Tangents:
EP Title: Molt
Release Date: April 11, 2025
Label: Self-Release

Track Listing:
1. Assimilate (3:01)
2. Mass Delusion (3:33)
3. Forge (3:59)
EP Length: 10:34

EP Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Tangents
• All songs written by: Tangents
• Produced by: Chris Dimas
• Mixed by: Chris Dimas
• Mastered by: Chris Dimas
• Album Artwork by: Marc Lambert
• Canadian Content (MAPL)

EP Band Line Up:
Will Tennant – Guitars/Backing vocals
Nathan Chechock – Guitars/Backing Vocals
Rob Barnes – Bass
Matt Williams – Vocals/effects/samples
Simon Oliver – Drums/Backing Vocals

Discography:
2025 – Molt – EP
2022 -Tangents – EP
2020 – Sit Still – EP
2019 – Untitled – EP

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About EP Album Artwork

We wanted the artwork to reflect where we were as a band and what was happening to our band at the time. The album is about growth, rebirth, change……

Naturally, the human vs AI/computer was a good reflection of the current times,

About the EP as a whole (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):

It’s definitely the best representation of our true selves. The themes are very broad and open-ended.. You could, in theory, write entire catalogues of music around any one of them, so it leaves a ton of possibilities open for future directions we could take. The EP has recorded appearances from every member who had been in Tangents during the self-titled period as well as the current era. This informed the idea of calling the record “Molt”. It fits lyrically as well because each song explores a different instance of major change. Technology, political, and personal change.

Track by Track (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):

1. Assimilate
Lyrically, we decided to go with themes that are likely to be commonly felt by many people of the current generation and are yet deeply personal at the same time. Assimilate depicts the fears of someone like a Ted Kazinski kind of character who sees the evolution of technology as an inherent existential threat to humanity. The song takes themes from the movie Terminator 2 and compares them to the modern state of AI and the dark predictions for the near future.\

2. Mass Delusion
Mass Delusion takes inspiration from the story by George Orwell called 1984. It presents themes like displeasure with the state of the current political climate and the importance of keeping a conscious and critically thinking mind. The tune sends the message that one shouldn’t believe everything they hear, especially when it comes to mass media.

3. Forge
Forge is a much more personal and frankly angry song that comes from a place of feeling rented and undervalued as a human being. It paints a picture of the moment when after a long build up of frustration and deep sorrow the damn finally breaks and the feeling evolves into all out rage. Matt says, “ It was a dark period in my life. I had suffered several major personal losses, the biggest of which was losing my father to brain cancer. I had thrust myself into Deejaying weddings full time, but that also came with the feeling like I was everyone’s dancing monkey. I only got to entertain people who have these seemingly beautiful lives, which I just watched from the outside rather than ever getting to be a part of. I had also been through not one but two major break-ups, which had kinda crushed the only light I had seen at the end of the tunnel. Forge is about having to scratch and claw my way out of that hole of depression and dealing with the trials of gaining back my happiness. It’s not directed towards a person, but more so the force in life that seemed to keep slinging so much mud at me during that period. This song is for those who have faced major traumas and to let them know they AREN’T alone.”

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Fun Facts:

1. On tour through Ontario, we were once gifted a huge jar of pickled turnips. Every show, we encouraged people to drink out of it, and it became a viral thing. Haha,h it got stolen and there was a worldwide manhunt for the jar of turnips.

2. Tangents live by the motto “No dragons, no lasers,” which basically means nothing fancy, just give us electricity and we can play our stuff. No relying on gizmos and gadgets

3. Each member of the band is a multi-instrumentalist, which leads to really interesting ideas coming from all of the instruments

L-R – Will Tennant – Guitars/Backing vocals, Nathan Chechock- Guitars/Backing Vocals, Rob Barnes- Bass, Matt Williams – Vocals/effects/samples, Simon Oliver- Drums/Backing Vocals

Photo Credit – Rory P

Formed simply as a creative outlet in which there are no rules, Orillia, ON’s TANGENTS plays music with the idea of no constraints, no guidelines, and producing what they would want to hear. With elements of mathcore, prog, and post-hardcore, Tangents take you on a brutally honest journey with nothing to hide during an emotional and heavy 10 minutes on their latest EP, “Molt,” released on April 11, 2025. The band’s goal is to keep the listener on their toes, along with themselves as musicians. Keeping things fresh and ever evolving.

Recommended for fans of avant-garde mathy metal and bands such as The Dillinger Escape Plan, Mr Bungle, Every Time I Die, Dog Fashion Disco, and Better Lovers.

Bandcamp – https://tangents1.bandcamp.com

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4knPCPM

YouTube – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lbqCZ2QJmSbse8S6jgMo8AsgHKm7Gx-H0

Shared Stage with:
Cancer Bats, Comeback Kid, Teeth, Auras, Dog Fashion Disco, Captured!By Robots

Tour and Festivals:
Hundreds of Ontario Shows
2022- East Coast Tour
2023- Ontario Tour
2025- Ontario Tour
2025- East Coast Tour

0 Out Now! KRATORNAS “Ravaged by Hurakaan” Cassette Demo + Vinyl + New Album “God Of The Tribes” Out Aug 2025

May 30, 2025
by Asher
· Kratornas · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – May 30, 2025

Out Now! KRATORNAS “Ravaged by Hurakaan” Cassette Demo + Vinyl

+ New Album “God Of The Tribes” Out August 2025

Today (May 30th) marks the official release of Kratornas‘ highly anticipated black metal “Ravaged by Hurakaan” cassette demo out through Grathila Records, plus an accompanying 7” Vinyl previously released on May 20th. These limited editions serve as the first taste of the forthcoming album “God of the Tribes”, scheduled for release on August 22nd, 2025. Kratornas comments on the album:

“This album isn’t about being ‘advanced’ or ‘innovative’. It’s a return to roots, distilled into something raw and real. I’ve had first-hand experience with this kind of ‘indigenous music’. I was one of the drummers at festivals from fifth grade through my first year of high school. I didn’t copy those rhythms but wrote my own, taking that foundation and fusing it with Kratornas.”

The ‘Ravaged by Hurakaan (Remix)’ cassette features DJ Aromaz on the ProTape release and includes four distinct versions of the material. The 7″ vinyl offers a completely exclusive format experience with the demo version of “Ravaged by Hurakaan” on Side A. Side B features the instrumental ‘Drum and Bass’ version, available only on this vinyl pressing. Dan Swanö (Edge of Sanity) mastered both the vinyl and the upcoming album.

The initial response to the new material was enthusiastic, with early listeners noting the significant evolution of Kratornas‘s sound. Moving away from the hyperfast brutality of earlier releases, “Ravaged by Hurakaan” showcases a more methodical approach focused on atmosphere and tension.

Despite the shift in approach, the creator maintains that Kratornas still delivers powerful energy. If you sit down and listen with good headphones, it will bring out a different ‘experience’ because the mix is ‘moving and breathing’. Both the vinyl and cassette releases are available in extremely limited quantities through Kratornas‘ bandcamp and select underground distributors. These collectors’ items will not be repressed, making them essential acquisitions for dedicated followers. They are recommended for all fans of black metal.

Vinyl order and cassette order are available at https://kratornas.bandcamp.com/

Vinyl – HURAKAN 7″ turntable-direct-to-cam – https://youtu.be/gnNNPniwPF8

The cassette – KRATORNAS – Ravaged by Hurakaan (QUE DIABLO Remix) featuring DJ Aromaz
Track Listing:
Cassette Side A: (28 Minutes)
1. Ravaged by Hurakaan (Que Diablo remix featuring DJ Amoraz) [2025]
2. Ravaged by Hurakaan (Demo/Rough Mix from 7″ vinyl) [2025]
3. Spit on God (2016/Sub Mix) *
4. Human Livestock (2019/Bulldozer Version) *
5. Three Unclean Spirits (2009) *
* = additional tracks to fill a C60. Mixed “exclusively” for this Cassette.
Cassette Side B: (29 Minutes)
6. Swarm of Rattlesnakes (2015/Meditative Ambient)

Vinyl Track Listing :
Side A: “Ravaged by Hurakaan” – demo/rough mix of track #3 from the upcoming album “God of the Tribes”
Side B: “Drum and Bass” Instrumental of track #3 from the upcoming album “God of the Tribes”

Vinyl / Cassette Credits:
Performed, Produced, Recorded, and Mixed by Bruno Zamora
All Lyrics and Music written by Bruno Zamora
Layout and Cover Artwork by Bruno Zamora

Album Artwork (non-explicit) – Kratornas – God of the Tribes

Track Listing:
1. Cursed Sky Serpent (15:00)
2. Evil and Plunder (3:00)
3. Ravaged by Hurakaan (7:00)
4. Novena para Guerra (11:00)

Album Teaser (Out August 22nd) – “God of the Tribes” – https://youtu.be/iQ6Z8VeWakQ

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/officialkratornas

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“I think it’s a good thing that it is a bit darker for music this intense and with so much “action” in the upper midrange – Dan Swano (on mastering God of the Tribes)

“Kratornas has returned and have taken large steps in progression with their musical maelstrom of violence.” – Canadian Assault (2017 – Human Livestock 7″ EP)

“What’s even better is that the music doesn’t just move in the sense that a rocket moves. The songs are more than sheer exultations in the thrill of speed and violence. They also change course. They veer into hammering grooves; they bolt into bursts of blood-pumping thrash riffing; they pulse like some kind of laser weapon being triggered. Yes, the songs are often deranged — when Kratornas is in full grind mode, you can imagine oceans of blood spray ejected from a fire hose and bodies being atomized in a frenzied butchery — but there’s impressive intricacy and dynamism in the songs, as well as jaw-dropping technical skill and manifest blood lust.” – No Clean Singing (2016 – Devoured by Damnation LP)

“If you like chaotic, blasting Black Metal, then this is a good bet.” (2016 – Devoured by Damnation LP)

“This album is intense. From start to finish Kratornas is absolutely relentless and have put together one hell of an album with a whole lot of everything in the mix without sounding repetitive.” – Metal At The Gates (2016 – Devoured by Damnation LP)

“While its – drum and guitar/voice – format might suggest similarities with the Inquisition, in sound terms are two quite distinct entities. Here there is a greater degree of chaos and a greater departure from the traditional scene (second wave of black metal) than the one we can find ourselves in Inquisition. Basically it is what would happen if we join powerviolence with black metal. It is something that impresses, without a doubt, but that may have a tendency to tire. Fortunately this does not happen much here because all the themes end up having healthy dynamics, mainly a healthy rib of primitive death metal ( plus an element to join the party) and mainly a solo guitar taken from the breca that looks like a bouncing diabolite. Awesome and surprising album.” – World of Metal Mag (2016 – Devoured by Damnation LP)
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0 Out Now! Black Metal Duo SITH’ARI Unleashes Debut EP “Before The Dawn” On Limited Edition CD From Ethanol Studio

May 30, 2025
by Asher
· Music News · Sithari

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – May 30, 2025

Out Now! Black Metal Duo SITH’ARI Unleashes Debut EP “Before The Dawn” On Limited Edition CD From Ethanol Studio

L-R – Pathos – Drums, Lord Kafir – Guitars, Bass, Vocals

Sith’ari, the Iowa, USA, black metal side project for both Lord Kafir of Nedakh and Pathos of Symphony of Heaven and Satan Destroyer unleashes their debut EP” Before The Dawn”, on limted edition CD, available now as of May 30th, 2025 via their indie label Ethanol Studio to follow its digital release on April 23rd.

“From beginning to end, this EP will leave you wanting more. It’s a truly fantastic record that caters to all fans of black metal who want something melodic, fast, and relentless. If you wish your black metal were a bit darker, add a dash of Gorgoroth with just a dash of Immortal; that describes the sounds. The themes are much more in touch with fans of later-day Bathory and Immortal.” – Sith’ari

Melancholic but uplifting, fast, and atmospheric, the EP is a more riff-oriented sound usually associated with most black metal. Lord Kafir writes the riffs on guitar and a drum machine then sends them to Pathos to get his interpretation to create a record that’s a mish-mash of influences from different readings from history books, experiencing harsh winters in Iowa and Indiana and fantasy stories, games and movies.

Lord Kafir had other music in him that wasn’t just typical death metal and Pathos was brought in because he wanted to play in a specific black metal band that didn’t deny him from his religious point of view.

Recommended for fans of Gorgoroth, Immortal, and Bathory, “Before The Dawn” is now streaming on CD and digitally at the following links:

CD at https://ethanolstudio.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-dawn-2

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/album/4v0BSdyN2slHyiF4gbxq7w

YouTube – https://youtu.be/GFbTOloOh_c

Track Listing:
1. Chaos In The Skies 4:13
2. Before The Dawn 4:49
3. Conquer The Wild 6:37
4. Hail Victory 6:49
5. The Everlasting Hunt 8:18
EP Length: 30:47

EP Credits:
Written, produced, mixed and mastered by Lord Kafir
Artwork – Matt Priso

Band Lineup
Lord Kafir – Guitars, Bass, Vocals
Pathos – Drums

For more info: https://www.instagram.com/ethanolstudio/

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“Overall, this was a solid album. Although it was relatively short, many of the aggressive passages were also coupled with somber melodies, creating an unforgettable listening experience.” – Metal Temple
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0 EPK – Tigguo Cobauc – Ascended Deliverance (single) (2025)

May 30, 2025
by Asher
· EPKs · Tigguo Cobauc (Exitus Stratagem Records)

EPK – Tigguo Cobauc – Ascended Deliverance (single) (2025)

Exsrmusic.com | Facebook.com/ExSRecords | Instagram.com/exsrmusic | Twitter.com/exsrm | Youtube.com/@Exitusstratagemrecords9577

Tigguocobauc.mystrikingly.com | Instagram.com/tigguocobauc | Facebook.com/tigguocobaucband | Tiktok.com/@tigguocobauc

Tigguocobauc.bandcamp.com | Spotify

Single (all Digital Platforms) – https://hypeddit.com/tigguocobauc/ascendeddeliverance

Single Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Tigguo Cobauc
• All songs written by: Luca Martello
• Produced by: Tigguo Cobauc
• Mixed by: Luca Martello at Three Squires Recordings (Nottingham, UK)
• Mastered by: Luca Martello at MajorOak Audio Mastering (Nottingham, UK)
• Single Artwork by: H-Sound Records

Single Band Line Up:
Luca Martello – Guitars
Antoine Mouquod – Drums
Wayne Turton – Bass, Synth, Keyboards
Craig Phillips – Vocals
*guest vocalists – Chelsea Marrow (Voraath, Visitant)

Live Lineup:
Luca Martello – Guitars
Antoine Mouquod – Drums
Craig Phillips – Vocals

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Describe The Single Artwork:

This is a photo I took in Belfast of ‘Soundyard,’ an installation and musical instrument activated by motion sensors. I think the image expresses the intricacy of ‘Ascended Deliverance,’ with its different layers coming together to form an unusual song.

About the single as a whole (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):

The track opens with the haunting pulse of a heartbeat, accompanied by the creeping distortion of industrial noise, drawing the listener into a space of tension and unease. As the first notes of the story unfold, the listener is already submerged in a melodic nightmare—a dreamscape that’s as surreal as it is sinister. The narrative follows a man, lost in his disillusionment with the world, burdened by the weight of life’s cruelty and suffering. Desperate for answers, he becomes obsessed with confronting God directly, seeking retribution for the pain he’s endured. When the conventional means of prayer, the church, and the promises of faith offer no solace, he grows increasingly frustrated and turns to darker paths.

His search leads him to a witch, a figure said to possess the ability to commune with angels—beings who might offer the answers he seeks. The witch, aware of the risks, warns him that the power to speak with such celestial beings is not to be taken lightly; without proper guidance, the consequences could be catastrophic. But driven by desperation and a growing sense of arrogance, the man dismisses the warning. He murders the witch in cold blood, seizing the book of forbidden spells she possessed. With reckless abandon, he chants the incantation, his voice trembling with anticipation and fear.

In that moment, an angel appears—not a being of divine grace, but one of wrath and inevitability. The angel, sensing the man’s hubris and defiance, consumes him entirely. The track climaxes with a surge of chaos and intensity as the angel’s judgment is carried out. The heartbeat, which has been a steady rhythm throughout, begins to slow, fading as the man succumbs to his fate.

The track closes with the silence that follows his death—a chilling, final echo that serves as both a literal and metaphorical end. This tale, woven into the fabric of the music, is a cautionary one—a stark reminder of the dangers of unchecked ambition and the folly of trying to command forces beyond one’s understanding. It is a warning against acting without caution, against chasing something that may not be meant for you. And, above all, it underscores the truth that sometimes, when you wish for something too fervently, you may just get it—and the consequences may be far worse than you ever imagined.

L-R – Luca Martello – Guitars, Craig Phillips – Vocals, Antoine Mouquod – Drums

UK-blackened doom trio Tigguo Cobauc are unleashing their latest music video “Ascended Deliverance” featuring guest vocals from Chelsea Marrow (Voraath, Visitant). The song itself is a reworked version of the album track from 2024’s “Fountains of Anguish,” released via Exitus Stratagem Records.

With a focus on always giving the listener the most intense and emotional experience, no more so than on the live stage. Tigguo Cobauc is the soundtrack to your darkest desires, as they explain the concept of the song and video:

“The track opens with the haunting pulse of a heartbeat, accompanied by the creeping distortion of industrial noise, drawing the listener into a space of tension and unease. As the first notes of the story unfold, the listener is already submerged in a melodic nightmare—a dreamscape that’s as surreal as it is sinister. The narrative follows a man, lost in his disillusionment with the world, burdened by the weight of life’s cruelty and suffering. Desperate for answers, he becomes obsessed with confronting God directly, seeking retribution for the pain he’s endured. When the conventional means of prayer, the church, and the promises of faith offer no solace, he grows increasingly frustrated and turns to darker paths.

His search leads him to a witch, a figure said to possess the ability to commune with angels, beings who might offer the answers he seeks. The witch, aware of the risks, warns him that the power to speak with such celestial beings is not to be taken lightly; without proper guidance, the consequences could be catastrophic. But driven by desperation and a growing sense of arrogance, the man dismisses the warning. He murders the witch in cold blood, seizing the book of forbidden spells she possessed. With reckless abandon, he chants the incantation, his voice trembling with anticipation and fear.

Single Band Line Up:
Luca Martello – Guitars
Antoine Mouquod – Drums
Wayne Turton – Bass, Synth, Keyboards
Craig Phillips – Vocals
*guest vocalists – Chelsea Marrow (Voraath, Visitant)

0 Canadian Stoner Doom Rock Z-COCOON Unveils “Dr. Crane” Off New EP “Angels” Out June 2025

May 30, 2025
by Asher
· Music News · Z-Cocoon

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – May 30, 2025

Canadian Stoner Doom Rock Z-COCOON Unveils “Dr. Crane” Off New EP “Angels” Out June 2025

L to R: Marc Zolla (Guitar/Vocals), Michel Paradis (Drums), John Burton (Bass)

Montreal, Canada’s Z-Cocoon announces the release of their new EP “Angels” out on June 6th, 2025, via Earache Digital Distro. This third EP is the first full band release from Z-Cocoon, which was founded by Marc Zolla as a solo endeavour in 2017 under the previous moniker Pink Cocoon. Now a power trio with Michel Paradis (Drums) and John Burton (Bass), are prepared to offer electrically-charged heavy music with savage guitar jabs, rockin’ blues, and hot solos.

Fans can expect a three-track EP that is very energetic and sounds exactly like what’s recorded. The guitar solos are very bluesy yet metal-sounding, and are contrasted with catchy melodic vocals, reminiscent of DIO or Pentagram.

“I’m a big fan of songs that have clear and loud vocals where you can sing along and understand and interpret what the song is about, not just noise and a riff,” adds Zolla.

Today, Z-Cocoon unveils the opening track and heavy bluesy single “Dr. Crane”, inspired by the villain in the Batman Universe, Dr.Crane, aka The Scarecrow.

“Dr. Crane is exactly what Z-Cocoon is all about! Heavy riffs, clean vocals, and lots of blues power! If you like poisoning people’s minds with fear, such as The Scarecrow in Batman, then here you have it. Or if you’re looking for a good heavy song to listen to while working out or doing physical work, or you wanna let loose in your speakers and relax, this is the song for you! Make sure to play it loud for the ultimate listening experience, preferably with good speakers to feel that sound and panning!” adds Zolla.

Loud and dynamic, listen to “Dr. Crane” at https://youtu.be/xw12ONGjjxs

Following the “Angels” EP, Z-Cocoon will have an album worth of music and more that will be recorded and released. If you’re into the classics such as Dio, Sabbath, Deep Purple, or blues guys such as Hendrix, Trower, Stevie Ray, or just dig stoner rock/ doom metal, but looking for something a little different, then take a listen and put Z-Cocoon on LOUD!

EP pre-save – https://earache.lnk.to/Angels

Track Listing:
1. Dr. Crane – 4:17
2. Truth Don’t Matter – 3:42
3. For My Life – 6:37
Album Length: 14:36

EP Credits:
Recorded and mixed by Marc Zolla.
Mastered by Kent Stump (Crystal Clear Sound/WoFat)
EP artwork by Camille Grenier.
Member of SOCAN
Canadian Content – MAPL

Band Lineup:
Guitar/Vocals: Marc Zolla
Bass: John Burton
Drums: Michel Paradis

More info: https://linktr.ee/zcocoon

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“Z-Cocoon is firmly grounded in blues-heavy stoner rock, it also shows an awareness of other sides of rock and hip-hop that often the sub-genre completely walls itself off from. Little things like short interjections from the backing vocals, a willingness to put vocals ahead of guitars, and a thick-as-fuck kick drum sound — tweaks like that combine with the Sabbathian riffs and dynamic vocals for a pretty addictive listen.” – Invisible Oranges

“This EP does a great job of showcasing Zolla’s chops as a songwriter and as a performer. I personally find Zolla to be a great vocalist, and each of the tracks on here allow him to flex his mid-to-high range voice and sort of nasally cadence. I love the way he adds a rasp into his voice.” – Where Strides the Behemoth

Second song – Just Tell Me – has an “Audioslave” quality to it with Marc’s vocals and some of the music that appears at the start. However, Marc switches things up a bit and plays some classic “Hard Rock” melodies and superb vocals for the standout song on the EP. – Outlaws of the Sun Blog

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