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0 Brutal Death OPHIOLATRY Signs To WormHoleDeath Records For New Album “Serpent’s Verdict” Out June 2025

  • April 9, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Ophiolatry

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Montreal, QC – April 9, 2025​

Brutal Death OPHIOLATRY Signs To WormHoleDeath Records For New Album “Serpent’s Verdict” Out June 2025

L-R – Diego Santiago (Bass), Jaime Veron (Lead Vocals), Jhorge “Dog” Duarte (Drums), Fred Barros (Guitar)

Photography: Kevin Eisenlord, Anderson Hildebrando

Brazilian brutal death metal veterans Ophiolatry have officially signed with WormHoleDeath Records and announced the release of their highly anticipated new album “Serpent’s Verdict”, set to drop on June 6, 2025. The band has also released a teaser for the album, giving fans their first glimpse into what promises to be a devastating release in extreme metal. They comment on the brutality:

“The album delves into themes of spiritual revenge, indigenous resistance, and the clash between ancient traditions and imposed beliefs. Inspired by real events in the Amazon, mythology, and existential suffering, the lyrics paint vivid scenes of war, punishment, and transcendence through pain. Each song tells a story, whether it be about warriors resurrected for revenge, the wrath of serpent gods, or the fall of oppressive ideologies. The words are raw, intense, and unrelenting, reflecting the chaotic brutality of the music itself.”

This signing marks a significant milestone for Ophiolatry, whose last full-length album “Transmutation” was released in 2008 through Forces of Satan Records/Regain Records. After a period of careful composition and development, the band returns with renewed purpose and vision, channeling the raw energy that established them as pioneers of South American extreme metal while evolving their distinctive sound. The album represents a departure from the relentless technicality of “Transmutation” while preserving the band’s signature brutality and expanding their sonic palette.

The album functions as a sonic ritual—a brutal, immersive descent into cycles of destruction, revenge, and rebirth. Each track serves as a chapter in this narrative, combining aggressive riffs, guttural vocals, and tribal rhythms inspired by ancient warrior traditions. It is recommended for fans of Morbid Angel, Death, and Deicide.

Teaser – https://youtu.be/md11q5o044c

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Album pre-save – https://orcd.co/serpentsverdict​

Track Listing:​
1 – Jesus Complex – 3:48
2 – Revenge – 4:21
3 – Generation Curse – 3:09
4 – Death Tour – 3:35
5 – Serpent’s Spits – 4:31
6 – Atheris – 1:32
7 – Apophis – 5:01
8 – Midia Bible – 3:34
9 – Manipulations Guilt – 4:03
10 – Heaven Jails – 3:26
11 – Narcissistic Victim Syndrome – 4:06
12 – Human Factory – 3:18
13 – Ecdysis – 2:34
Album Length: 47:03

Album Recording Credits:​
All songs performed and composed by Ophiolatry.
Mastering: Dan Swanö – http://www.unisound.se
Artwork: LouLou – http://www.louloufineart.com
Pre-Production: Steve Rumpli & Ophiolatry
Production, Recording & Mixing: Diego Santiago
Studio: Satori Estudio
Photography: Kevin Eisenlord, Anderson Hildebrando
Graphic Layout: Beto Mustafa

Album Band Line Up:​
Jaime Veron – Lead Vocals
Diego Santiago – Bass
George “Dog” Duarte – Drums
Fred Barros – Guitars

More info: Ophiolatry.com.br | Facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063556233508 | Instagram.com/ophiolatry​

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“According to Merriam-Webster, “ophiolatry” means “the worship of or attribution of divine or sacred nature to snakes.” You can certainly feel the snakes of death metal surround you as you listen to “Abyss of Alienation” from Brazil’s Ophiolatry, featuring hypnotic riffs, brutal vocals, and crushing rhythms reminiscent of Hate Eternal, Nile and Steve Tucker-era Morbid Angel. The song is a re-recording of a track from the band’s 2008 album, Transmutation.” – Decibel Magazine (2023 Single – Abyss of Alienation)

“Hailing from Brazil comes Ophiolatry, a three-piece powerhouse of a brutal death metal band whose bread-and-butter sound comprises blistering drumming and technical guitar lines set against a suffocating and claustrophobic sonic backdrop.” TheMetalForge​
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​“Ophiolatry will reward the open-minded metal head with an inflection of national culture, post-modernism and, of course, stunningly brutal death metal.” – Sputink Music​
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​“…Relentless blastbeats and truly brutal guitar work that have the ability to pummel the listener into a fine powder.” – Scene Point Blank​
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​“[…] similar technical versatile approach on Death Metal as defined by KRISIUN but where the latter still have a disappointing song writing quality OPHIOLATRY have more feel, more structure and variation.” – Voices from the Dark Side​
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​“[…] you’ve got yourself another nice brutal death metal band, comparable with (older work of) for example the Brazilian bands Krisiun, Mental Horror and Nephasth, as well as North American’s Monstrosity and Vital Remains – who came up in my mind because of the guitar virtuosity.” – Metal Rage​
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​“A Lendária banda de Brutal Death Metal Ophiolatry está de volta as atividades.” – Brazil Legion Nekrounderground

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0 REALITY GREY Commemorate Metal Icon’s Birthday – Children of Bodom’s Alexi Laiho – With Cover Of “Hate Crew Deathroll”

  • April 8, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Reality Grey

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Montreal, QC – April 8, 2025

REALITY GREY Commemorate Metal Icon’s Birthday – Children of Bodom’s Alexi Laiho – With Cover Of “Hate Crew Deathroll”

Italian melodic death metal powerhouse Reality Grey has announced the upcoming release of their cover of Children of Bodom‘s iconic track “Hate Crew Deathroll”, scheduled to drop on April 8th, the birthday of the late Alexi Laiho. Children of Bodom was one of the most influential bands for Reality Grey, especially during their early days, and this cover is nothing short of a tribute. While they’ve developed their style over the years, they think fans will appreciate their return to a classic ‘old school/mid-2000s’ sound, which they still love. They comment on the cover:

“This is our tribute to Alexi Laiho and Children of Bodom. “Hate Crew Deathroll” was a pivotal moment in our lives as musicians, as we had just started out as a band in 2003. We kept the song close to the original, which is something we usually won’t do; we like to add our own spin and mix things around. I think we succeeded in keeping the “fuck you” attitude of the original song.”

Hailing from South Italy and formed in 2004, Reality Grey has established themselves as a formidable force in the Italian metal scene. The five-piece band is known for its distinctive blend of melody and brutality, combining complex yet catchy songwriting with fearsome death growls, clean vocals, razor-sharp guitar riffs, and fusion-oriented solos. They are recommended for fans of Children of Bodom, Meshuggah, and Soilwork..

Listen to Reality Grey‘s cover of Children of Bodom’s “Hate Crew Deathroll” at https://youtu.be/Wcdi8Hq_aOI

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4jiicRn​

More info: https://linktr.ee/realitygrey​

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“Melodic, aggressive and catchy, this track adds (Multidimensional Hollow) well placed synths and ambiance to an already well rounded sound, making it complex without being overcomplicated. The new album shows a marked evolution in the band’s sound, something that will intrigue current fans and entice new ones.” – Metal Injection (Beneath This Crown 2021)

“Beneath this Crown, a creative step forward in their combination of NWOAHM from the early aughts, At the Gates-inspired metalcore and Scandinavian-flavoured melodic death metal.” – Decibel Magazine (Beneath This Crown 2021)

“Reality Grey give off a viciousness and expertise hard to find in other bands. The instrumental expertise of each component is absolute, slighting touching tech-death side of acts like The Faceless but remaining ‘catchy’ in their complexity” – Metal Hammer (Beneath This Crown 2021)

“It’s complete and total aural devastation with some seriously chunky moments, so it lives right up to what you’d expect a song called “The Void” to do.” – Metal Injection (Beneath This Crown 2021)

“Reality Grey will serve the world of metal excellently both as an all round, no nonsense, metal act and as a brigde band for younger fans of heavy music” – Metalunderground.at (Beneath This Crown 2021)

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0 Reminder – April 10-12 – HYPERSPACE METALFEST (Vancouver, BC) w/ ENFORCER, PSYCHOSTICK, GREYHAWK, GLYPH, CRIMSON SHADOWS, LUNAR and more!

  • April 7, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Hyperspace Metal Festival · Music News

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Montreal, QC – April 7, 2025

Reminder – HYPERSPACE METALFEST w/ ENFORCER, PSYCHOSTICK, GREYHAWK, GLYPH, CRIMSON SHADOWS, LUNAR and more!

April 10th – 12th – Vancouver

“It’s Western Canada’s premier melodic and power metal festival with a lineup of local, national, and international acts ranging from Sweden’s Enforcer and Toronto’s Crimson Shadows to local faves Crüzer. All told, 15 acts will turn amps to 11 and bring the noize to headbanging fans.” – Stuart Derdyn, Vancouver Sun (Add these Vancouver concerts in April to your events calendar)

“The annual festival returns for three days of mosh mayhem.” – Georgia Straight​ (30 can’t-miss Vancouver concerts for April 2025)

HMF 2025 Lineup Spotify Playlist – https://spoti.fi/3T4kU2p

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Vancouver, B.C., Canada’s premier melodic and power metal festival, HYPERSPACE METAL FEST, returns for its 6th edition after another year of crowd-pleasing epic fun.

Being hosted at The Cobalt (April 10 &11th) and the Rickshaw Theatre (April 12th), Hyperspace Metal Fest’s 2025 lineup features headliners ENFORCER, PSYCHOSTICK, Greyhawkalong with Crimson Shadows, Lunar, AfterTime, Tower Hill, Solarus, Red Cain, Tylor Dory Trio, Serpent Rider, Luminator, The Astral Prophets and Crüzer.

​​Headlining Saturday, April 12th at The Rickshaw Theatre, Sweden’s ENFORCER have proved themselves both live and on record; they have staked their place amongst the world’s most renowned heavy metal bands since first forming in 2005. They have toured the world over, playing at the biggest festivals and garnering a global fanbase. Their latest sixth studio album, Nostalgia (released May 2023 – Nuclear Blast), features 13 heavy metal anthems and throws ENFORCER back to their speed metal roots. Fusing extreme guitar riffing with catchy stadium choruses, ENFORCER is out to conquer the world. Music Video – Nostalgia – https://youtu.be/XhfrJAPbOCY

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Supporting ENFORCER on the closing night lineup will be the Comedy Metal Kings PSYCHOSTICK. These humorcore titans bring forth a nostalgic escapade of sing-alongs and moshing fun with iconic titles such as “Beer!”, “Numbers (I Can Only Count to Four)”, “Dogs Like Socks”, “Obey The Beard!”, “Boobs”, and their latest single “Ultra Mega Fast” – https://youtu.be/kaqeizvxefM

Friday, April 11th, the second-night lineup will also witness the return of the formidable force that is Toronto’s Crimson Shadows, bringing forth tales of fantasy and warfare in their fierce melodic power and death metal-imbued sound. Thundering across the icy Canadian mountains, Crimson Shadows has awoken after five years away. The band has emerged from the dark and is preparing to forge its own path in this next stage of its journey. Across their defiant career stretching almost two decades, to date, notable highlights of Crimson Shadows‘ journey include the band’s appearance at Wacken Open Air in Germany in mid-2013 and subsequent victory in obtaining the title of International Wacken Battle Champions. Alongside international performances, Crimson Shadows has ventured across the length and breadth of their homeland, delivering brutality, technical prowess, and unyielding intensity in their melding of power and death. Music Video – Guardians – https://youtu.be/W9BKYvGYeCM

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Headlining Friday, April 11th at The Cobalt and returning for their third time at HMF is Seattle’s Greyhawk, stepping in at the last minute to headline night 2 of Hyperspace this year. With new singer Anthony Corso, Greyhawk is ready to bring the power with what is sure to be their best performance at Hyperspace yet! Anyone who has seen this traditional heavy metal titan before knows that they are in for an incredible set. Their newest album, “Thunderheart,” released in April 2024 on Fighter Records, a division of Xtreem Music, has been making waves across the heavy metal and power metal scenes worldwide. Band playthrough – Spellstone – https://youtu.be/65ySwth-LKo

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Also featured on the Friday night lineup is the first-ever live performance from Lunar, a progressive metal project from California that features members from Helion Prime, Beholder, Vis Mystica, Mokili Wa, Nordic Frost, Outloud, and Double Vision. Founded by drummer Alex Bosson (Helion Prime, Planeswalker) and Ryan Erwin, who passed away in 2018, LUNAR continues in his memory. Their fourth full-length “Tempora Mutantur” was released on January 31st via Saibot Reigns Records to follow 2023’s “The Illusionist” and features a fresh lineup with the addition of guitarists Carlos Alvarez and Connor McCray (Vis Mystica) along with keyboardist Anthony Stahl plus album guests Wayne Ingram (Wildrun), Joe Gullace (Thank You Scientist) and Sam Vallen (Caligula’s Horse). Music Video – Watch The Weather Change – https://youtu.be/WKdnZD_DJsE

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Meant to perform on the 2024 lineup but forced to cancel, Tylor Dory Trio returns for 2025. They are a monstrous progressive metal unit beloved by many in Western Canada. This live performance on Friday, April 11th, will be their first following a nearly seven-year layoff. Music Video – The Waitress – https://youtu.be/nh9MxcSqlOE

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Also added to the Friday lineup and opening that night is The Astral Prophets, a psychedelic rock/metal band from Calgary, AB, featuring Apprentice, Lycanthro, and Scythia members. This is the band’s first time on the fest although some members have played the fest before in previous groups. They will be supporting their latest 2023 EP “Anywhere But Here”. EP Stream – https://youtu.be/255g8CZX2F8

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The opening night of the festival, Thursday, April 10th at The Cobalt, will showcase the Pacific Northwest’s Glyph, which is not just a heavy metal band, they are a crew of intergalactic mercenaries escaping a dying planet in their spaceship, the VSS Dragonlord. Clearly, Glyph isn’t just writing songs; they’re building worlds, and they bring it forth in their latest album, “Honor, Power, Glory,” released this past March. Music Video – March of the Northern Clan – https://youtu.be/htSyUb25wD4

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Traveling from Edmonton, AB, Tower Hill delivers premium old-school heavy metal inspired by bands like Running Wild, Riot, Judas Priest, early Blind Guardian, and Helloween. Forging the best of the late 80s and early 90s German, British, and US metal scenes into a new blend of shimmering steel, Tower Hill’s riff-driven, hook-laden traditional metal will have you banging your head and singing along. Lyric Video – Deathstalker – https://youtu.be/IGybnd-HZRU

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Replacing the originally announced Lost Nebula, Calgary’s RED CAIN has been imported to perform their power-prog storytelling with Eastern European roots for the masses. They have been making waves since their first release in 2016, with award-winning music videos and concept albums “Kindred: Act I”, “Kindred: Act II,” and “NÄE’BLISS”. The albums contained a ton of genre inspirations, from gothic rock to ambient electronica, power, black, and death metal, and were universally lauded for their inventiveness, variety, and strong conceptual content. They continue this momentum with the latest singles “Firestarter” and “Demons II”. Music Video – Demons II – https://youtu.be/7VViLOrFfQ8

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Hyperspace Metal Festival VI – April 10th – 12th.​
One-day passes and three-day passes are available at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hyperspace-metal-festival-vi-tickets-1000996957847​

Facebook Event – https://www.facebook.com/events/1637280440385808​

Thursday, April 10th – The Cobalt​
Glyph
Tower Hill
Red Cain
Serpent Rider
Crüzer
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​Friday, April 11th – The Cobalt​
Greyhawk
Lunar
Solarus
Tylor Dory Trio
The Astral Prophets
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​Saturday, April 12th – The Rickshaw Theatre​
Enforcer
Psychostick
Crimson Shadows
AfterTime
Luminator

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

Festival Press Materials Dropbox HERE.

Over the five editions of Hyperspace Metal Festival, bands from all over the world have come to play power, prog, melodic death, and speed metal on the Canadian West Coast. The festival has presented lineups that have included performances by Týr, Flotsam and Jetsam, Skelator, Trollfest, Aether Realm, Exmortus, Striker, Riot City, Into Eternity, Witherfall, Planeswalker, Iron Kingdom, Helion Prime, Ravenous, Crimson Shadows, West of Hell, Judicator, Odinfist, Tanagra, Scythia, Greyhawk, The Order of Chaos, Red Cain, and many more.
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0 Canada’s Deadwood Unleashes Horrifying Deathcore Video “Heretic” As Japan Tour Kicks Off!

  • April 4, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Deadwood · Music News

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Montreal, QC – April 4, 2025

Canada’s Deadwood Unleashes Horrifying Deathcore Video “Heretic” As Japan Tour Kicks Off!

L-R – Fred Element – Guitar, Martin Demontigny – Vocals, Charles-Etienne Lafrance – Drums, Stephane Filion – Lead Guitar

Montreal, Canada’s deathcore outfit Deadwood has unveiled their most harrowing work to date with “Heretic”, the lead single from their upcoming EP “Rituals of A Dying Light” slated for release later this year. The accompanying video plunges viewers into a nightmarish realm that perfectly complements the band’s brutal, fast-paced sonic assault. The single’s release coincides with Deadwood‘s upcoming Japan tour (dates listed below) alongside Humanity’s Last Breath and DVRK, further cementing their place in the international extreme metal scene. The comment on the single and what the audience should expect:

“This is the first song we’ve written for the next EP and one of the ones we’re most proud of: it’s fast, heavy, and technical. We are a very intense show with a very percussive and tight guitar sound. We have a lot of samples between the songs to create a horror movie atmosphere. The fans go back home with a slap in the face. Heretic represents our darkest material yet.”

The Montreal-based collective, known for its mission to ‘Make Deathcore Angry Again,’ draws inspiration from centuries-old horror stories and myths. The track delivers the uncompromising heaviness and terrifying atmosphere that have become Deadwood‘s signature since its 2020 formation. The band’s unique blend of death metal and hardcore elements reaches new heights of intensity with this release, promising an unforgettable auditory experience for fans who crave pure brutality.

Following their Japan tour, Deadwood will continue building momentum with performances across several U.S. cities this summer, including a spot at the prestigious Inkarceration Festival in Mansfield, Ohio. They are recommended for fans of Whitechapel, Despised Icon, and Meshuggah.

Watch and listen to the music video for “Heretic” via Slam Worldwide at https://youtu.be/qd3b7p4zTug

​Spotify – https://spoti.fi/41ZoUpS​

Japan Tour – Humanity’s Last Breath, DVRK, Deadwood
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April 12 – Tokyo, JP – Garret
April 13 – Tokyo, JP – Cyclone
April 14 – Nagoya, JP – Imaike 3Star
April 15 – Osaka, JP – Socore Factory

More info: https://linktr.ee/Deadwood.band​

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“If you ever wondered what Al Swearengen might listen to if he was living in modern times, here’s your answer, c*********. Montreal’s Deadwood have been around town for a decade now, and pride themselves on evolving into a more savage animal with each release. In December, 2022, they released Inhuman, an EP that is hell bent on making deathcore brutal again.” – Metal Sucks: Deathcore in the North – 10 Canadian Deathcore Bands

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0 EPK – Deadwood – Heretic (2025) (single)

  • April 4, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Deadwood · EPKs · Music News

EPK – Deadwood – Heretic (2025) (single)

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For fans of Whitechapel, Despised Icon, Meshuggah, Chelsea Grin, Thy Art Is Murder

“This is the first song we’ve written for the next EP, and one of the ones we’re most proud of: it’s fast, heavy, and technical. We are a very intense show with a very percussive and tight guitar sound. We have a lot of samples between the songs to create a horror movie atmosphere. The fans go back home with a slap in the face. Heretic represents our darkest material yet.” – Deadwood

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“If you ever wondered what Al Swearengen might listen to if he was living in modern times, here’s your answer, c*********. Montreal’s Deadwood have been around town for a decade now, and pride themselves on evolving into a more savage animal with each release. In December, 2022, they released Inhuman, an EP that is hell bent on making deathcore brutal again.” – Metal Sucks: Deathcore in the North – 10 Canadian Deathcore Bands

Japan Tour – Humanity’s Last Breath, DVRK, Deadwood
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April 12 – Tokyo, JP – Garret

April 13 – Tokyo, JP – Cyclone
April 14 – Nagoya, JP – Imaike 3Star
April 15 – Osaka, JP – Socore Factory

Band: Deadwood
Single Title: Heretic (off upcoming EP “Rituals of A Dying Light”)
Single Length: 4:23
Release Date: April 4th, 2025
Label: EMNT Production

Single Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Deadwood
• All songs written by: Deadwood
• Produced by: Fred Element
• Mixed by: Fred Element
• Mastered by: Fred Element

Band Line Up:
Fred Element – Rhythm Guitar
Martin Demontigny – Vocals
Stephane Filion – Lead Guitar
Charles Etienne Lafrance – Drums

 

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BAND STORY ANGLES / FUN FACTS:

1. In 2023, we had a show in Fredericton, but our singer at the time couldn’t make it, so it was Fred sang most of the songs. Luckily a friend from the band was there with us.

2. During a show in Quebec, Martin had a big problem with his in-ears, so Fred lent him his and Fred played the whole show without hearing the click.

3 . During the Rockfest festival, the festival workers disconnected our sound system.

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L-R – Fred Element – Guitar, Martin Demontigny – Vocals, Charles-Etienne Lafrance – Drums, Stephane Filion – Lead Guitar

Deadwood, formed by Fred Element in Montreal, Canada, in September 2020, is a band that uniquely blends death metal and hardcore to create a modern deathcore sound.

Known for their heavy music and dark lyrics, their motto is “Make Deathcore Angry Again. ” The band aims to evoke terror and fear through their music, ensuring their performances are unforgettable and never content with a quiet crowd.

In early 2022, Deadwood recorded their first demo, “Nemesis,” followed by “InHuman in 2023,” which was later released on all music platforms. They have since released singles like “Djinn’s Pits”, “Straightblade,” and “Heretic,”.

By November 2024, the band welcomed Steph Filion as their new lead guitarist, replacing Sébastien Bélanger and bringing a new level of brutality and technicality. Mart Demontigny joined as the new vocalist, replacing Derek Heynekamp, and  Charles-Etienne Lafrance completed the lineup as the new drummer, replacing Louis-Philippe Dumoulin, who left due to health issues and Sam Matt former bassist, left the band and will not be replaced.

In June 2024, they signed with EMG (Extreme Management Group) and recorded a new EP, “Rituals of a Dying Light, ” featuring five new songs. They also produced a music video for the song “Heretic” to support the EP’s release.

Since then, Deadwood has performed at numerous shows and festivals, sharing the stage with local and international acts like Born of Osiris, Traitors, Upon a Burning Body, and many more.

They are set to tour Japan with Humanity’s Last Breath and DVRk and will also tour several U.S. cities this summer to promote their EP. Additionally, they will perform at the Inkarceration Festival in Mansfield, Ohio.

Deadwood distinguishes itself in the metal scene with its brutal sound, creating an unforgettable auditory experience. Their music caters to enthusiastic metalheads who crave pure brutality and violence. The band is committed to professionalism and giving their all in every performance, embodying determination and passion.

With several projects in development, the coming years promise to be busy for Deadwood.

Shared Stage with: Born of Osiris, Traitors, Upon A Burning Body

Tours and Festivals:
2025 – Japan Tour Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka
2024 – Montreal Deathcore Fest
2024 – No Kings On This Tour
2023 – Oshawa Metal Fest
2023 – Spring Breakdown Tour

 

0 Montreal’s WORLD ON ALERT Unleash New Video For Their Heavy Instrumental “They Came From the Pleiades” From Debut S/T EP Out Now!

  • April 4, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · World On Alert

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Montreal, QC – April 4, 2025

Montreal’s WORLD ON ALERT Unleash New Video For Their Heavy Instrumental “They Came From the Pleiades”

Debut EP Out Now! ft. guests from MUTANK, CroMagnum, Ashes of Eden, Orchad, Void Within

Top L-R: John Vincelli (Vocals on War Inside) | Nick Amalfi (Guitar Solo on Freedom In Disguise) | Justyn Vynn (Vocals and Guitar Solos on Insecurities and Alone with My Thoughts) | Alex Walsh (All Rhythm and Lead Guitars, Guitar Solo on Freedom In Disguise)

Bottom L-R: Costa Skoulikas (Guitar Solos on They Came From the Pleiades and The War Inside) | Gino LaPosta (Bass, Keys, Programmed Drums) | Max Rex (Vocals on Freedom In Disguise)

Missing: Armen Apekian (Guitar Solo on The War Inside)

Photo Credit: Jonathan Senecal

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Canadian progressive thrash metal World on Alert, is sharing their latest music video for the track “They Came From the Pleiades” featuring guitars from Alex Walsh and Mutank‘s Costa Skoulikas. Ranging from Exodus sounding riffs, to proggy Tool and Dream Theater themes, this is a heavy instrumental.

“They Came From the Pleiades” is off World On Alert‘s debut self-titled EP released in June 2024. The EP was born out of the COVID pandemic, during which live shows were on hold. This led founder Gino LaPosta (CroMagnum), to create his passion project to explore diverse musical styles and express deeply personal themes along with recruiting talented musicians and friends from the Montreal, QC metal scene for a stellar lineup of guests that include Max Rex (CroMagnum), Justyn Vynn (Orchad), Costa Skoulikas (Mutank), Armen Apekian (Ashes of Eden), John Vincelli (Void Within) and Alex Walsh.

“This is a very diverse album with many different styles from prog to thrash to even pop rock. The theme of this record is about standing up for yourself and fighting for what’s right, whether it is an illness or just internal demons.”

The EP cover, created by the multi-talented Max Rex, who lends his vocals to the record, features a striking depiction of a world on fire, perfectly encapsulating the intense and passionate nature of the music within. This visual representation sets the tone for an offering that is as visually arresting as it is sonically diverse. It is recommended for fans of Tool, Fates Warning, and Metallica.

Watch and listen to the animated video drawn by Max Rex for “They Came From the Pleiades” at https://youtu.be/nSEdWQsTB0I

World on Alert‘s self-titled EP was released on June 28, 2024, and is available at https://worldonalert.bandcamp.com.

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3V9Imvl​

Music Video – “Insecurities” – https://youtu.be/6JAhRc5O8XE​

Lyric Video – “Freedom in Disguise” – https://youtu.be/RZ454y9gEVk​

Show Dates:

April 5 – Montreal, QC- Piranha Bar – w/ Vinyl Hero, Derev – info​

Track Listing: ​
1. Freedom In Disguise ft. Max Rex (CroMagnum), Nick Amalfi, Alex Walsh (6:10)
2. Insecurities ft. Justyn Vynn (Orchad), Alex Walsh (6:00)
3. They Came From the Pleiades ft. Costa Skoulikas (Mutank), Alex Walsh (8:34)
4. Alone With My Thoughts ft. Justyn Vynn (Orchad), Alex Walsh (4:32)
5. The War Inside ft. John Vincelli (Void Within), Costa Skoulikas (Mutank), Armen Apekian (Ashes Of Eden), Alex Walsh (5:38)
EP Length: 30:54

More info: Instagram.com/world.on.alert | Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555752466553 | X.com/WorldOnAlertMtl​

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“World On Alert is a brand new progressive/ thrash metal project created by CroMagnum and Void Within bassist Gino LaPosta. There are several fellow musicians who lent their talents to this album including John Vincelli, Nick Amalfi, Justyn Wynn, Alex Walsh, Costa Skoulikas, Armen Apekian, and Max Rex. The five tracks herein are thrashy with progressive elements. This will seem strange but if, say, Exodus and Dream Theater jammed together they would quite likely sound like World On Alert. Needless to say, I wouldn’t classify these guys in the same league as Portnoy, LaBrie, Petrucci, Holt, etc. Few are. There are, nonetheless, some similarities. ‘Freedom In Disguise’ opens the EP and is musically very good, especially Walsh’s blazing solo. Rex’s harsh vocals, however, are hard on the ears. ‘Insecurities’ is a cool number that commences with LaPosta’s nimble bass riffing. Walsh and Vynn made this a very special song with their excellent riffing/leads. Walsh and Mutank’s Skoulikas spar throughout on the lengthy and epic ‘They Came From The Pleiades’; easily the best cut on offer. It has plenty of off chords and neat tempo changes. ‘Alone With My Thoughts’ is a beautiful ballad with, again, some wonderful leads from Vynn and Walsh. ‘The War Inside’, conversely, leans heavily on thrash. Like Rex, Vincelli’s singing grates on the nerves. Thankfully, Skoulikas, Walsh, and Apekian’s riffs/leads are spot on. Sporadic shoddy vocals aside, LaPosta should be proud of this project. 9/10″ – Powerplay Magazine UK
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​“those with a curiosity for a dirtier variety of progressive metal that is a little bit rough around the edges, incorporate thrash metal into the landscapes explored and shies away from coming across as overtly technical might want to give this album a bit of attention.” – Progressor.net

“This is a five song self-titled ep of doom and gloom metal crossing over into thrash. At times WORLD ON ALERT harnesses Black Sabbath vibes. At other times, they kick it up and thrash it out. Thematically, these songs deal with overcoming oppression, whether it’s dealing with outside forces, self imposed, or illness. “Freedom in Disguise” is a very heavy doom and gloom feel that reminds me of an amped up Sabbath. This song hits the right notes to be heavy without being super fast, but at the same time, not being too slow and doomy.” – Metal Temple

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0 Thank You \m/\m/ Canadian MDs and DJs for the airplay love! For the Week Ending: Tuesday, April 1, 2025 92.5 FM CFBX “the X” 92.5FM – Kamloops – Loud #10 SweetBeast | CFRU 93.3 FM – Guelph – Loud #7 Triskelyon, #8 UTILITY PROVIDER, #10 Forsaken Rite | CJLO – 1690AM – Montreal – Loud #2 Mad Parish, #3 Derev | Smithers Community Radio CICK 93.9 – Top 30 #12 CHÜZO (single), #22 CHÜZO (EP) | CJLO – 1690AM – Montreal -Top 30 #27 Mad Parish

  • April 3, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · CHUZO · Derev · Forsaken Rite · Mad Parish · SweetBeast · Triskelyon · Utility Provider

Thank You \m/\m/ Canadian MDs and DJs for the airplay love!
For the Week Ending: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
92.5 FM CFBX “the X” 92.5FM – Kamloops – Loud
#10 SweetBeast
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cfbx.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2025-04-01
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CFRU 93.3 FM – Guelph – Loud
#7 Triskelyon, #8 UTILITY PROVIDER, #10 Forsaken Rite
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cfru.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2025-04-01
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CJLO – 1690AM – Montreal – Loud
#2 Mad Parish, #3 Derev
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjlo.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2025-04-01
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Smithers Community Radio CICK 93.9 – Top 30
#12 CHÜZO (single), #22 CHÜZO (EP)
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cick.cfm?dWeekOfID=2025-04-01
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CJLO – 1690AM – Montreal -Top 30
#27 Mad Parish
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjlo.cfm?dWeekOfID=2025-04-01

0 Colorado’s OBSIDIAN SKIES Dive Into The Depths Of Technical Death Metal In “Unmade by the Ocean”

  • April 3, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Obsidian Skies

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Montreal, QC – April 3, 2025

Colorado’s OBSIDIAN SKIES Dive Into The Depths Of Technical Death Metal In “Unmade by the Ocean”

Progressive metal duo Obsidian Skies from Boulder, Colorado, USA, announces the release of their new single “Unmade by the Ocean”, a symphonic journey through a post-apocalyptic underwater world. The single marks the first offering from their upcoming full-length album to be released in 2025. The comment on the track:

“Unmade by the Ocean is heavy-hitting, rhythmic, and technically challenging, while still maintaining a very melodic core. With soaring solos on guitar, bass, and piano, it is a song with a unique and diverse sound. Lyrically, it tells the story of a small group of people who spent the years of Earth’s apocalypse underground and must now come to terms with their new reality and find hope where there is none.”

Born from the creative partnership of Logan (guitar) and Tim (bass/vocals), former members of the band Endlight (2014-2017), Obsidian Skies emerged during the pandemic as the duo reunited to forge a new musical path. Their combined experience – Logan’s formal composition training and Tim’s technical background – brings a unique depth to their songwriting approach.

The track showcases the band’s signature sound, combining technical progressive metal with neoclassical and symphonic elements. Distinctive piano and bass interplay creates a foundation for intricate melodic solos, while harsh vocals drive the narrative forward, punctuated by clean vocal sections that provide dynamic contrast. It is recommended for fans of Ne Obliviscaris, Alkaloid, and Amon Amarth.

Listen to “Unmade by the Ocean” via its premiere on Prog-Sphere HERE.

For more info: Obsidianskiesband.com | Facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083270427893 | Instagram.com/obsidianskiesband​

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#1 on WKNC 88.1FM (Raleigh, NC) – Chainsaw Charts 10/4/2022​

“Rounding off our 9, no 10 highlights this week is another debut release: “Saturnian” by Colorado progressive/symphonic death metal duo Obsidian Skies… this science-fiction tale feels like an epic mini-blockbuster despite its short runtime of only 24 minutes.” – The Prog Space

“The band’s musicianship is fantastic ” – Metal Temple

“Exciting and versatile Prog-Melo-Death” – PowerMetal.de

““Saturnian” is an enjoyable first release from Obsidian Skies. Whilst only a three song E.P. it is a very ambitious release with some very epic and complex music on show.” – Ever Metal

“What a journey this was from Earth to TITAN through space! From acoustic, piano, orchestral to the singing. I enjoyed every bit of it. The debut EP Saturnian was a pleasant melodic death metal surprise and looking forward what comes next. Logan and Tim really put much effort and you hear it. This is for the Metalfans of Rivers of Nihil, Opeth, Scar Symmetry and Into Eternity. 8/10” – Belgian Metal Shredder

“A bold and somewhat brave undertaking, the first record from Obsidian Skies is an absolute pleasure, the merits of which need to be sung from the rooftops [8.5/10]” – Metal Noise

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0 Canada’s PRISONER Announces “Kill The King Tour” (BC/AB) In Support of New EP “House of Cards” Out Now!

  • April 2, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Prisoner

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – April 2, 2025

Canada’s PRISONER Announces “Kill The King Tour” (BC/AB) In Support of New EP “House of Cards” Out Now!

L-R – Murray Emery (Guitar/Vocals), Karl Pflug (Drums), Jeremy Hartmann (Guitar), Trevor MacDonald (Bass)

Photo Credit – Mikayla Loschuk

​High-energy Canadian rock band Prisoner announces it will be hitting the road across British Columbia and Alberta (dates listed below) this coming May and June. Entitled “Kill The King Tour”, the show dates will be in support of their follow-up album to be released in June 2025 to their 2024 EP “House of Cards”. Album details will revealed at later date.

“We can not wait to share what we have been working on this past year. Getting out on the road and sharing experiences with the music community is a privilege we are lucky to have. Expect to hear most of our new record set to release in June and keep an ear out for more dates being added for later this summer! Every artist says this, but this album is our best work to date, and it will prove we are here to stay,” adds Murray Emery (guitar/vocals).

Bringing you hard-hitting riffs and unmistakably tight grooves, Prisoner‘s latest EP is a conglomeration of music with multiple elements from varying sub-genres. It bridges the gap between emotion and life experience to truly connect music to the individual. With its anthemic themes, fast riffs, and glassy acoustic guitar, each song offers something different for your casual rock fan to die-hard thrash headbanger.

Prisoner‘s dedication to their craft is evident in their unparalleled stage presence and their commitment to engaging with their audience. The band thrives on crowd interaction and creating an electric atmosphere at their shows. Off stage, they value connecting with fans and being part of the rock community. They are recommended for fans of AC/DC, Judas Priest, Godsmack, and Metallica.

Prisoner – Kill The King Tour w/ Passing Pluto:​
May 27 – Kelowna, BC – Jack Knife Brewery
May 29 – Vancouver, BC – The Cobalt
May 30 – Kamloops, BC – Skyview Theatre
May 31 – Penticton, BC – Clancy’s Pub
June 5 – Cranbrook, BC – Shotties
June 6 – Lethbridge, AB – The Owl
June 7 – Calgary, AB – Festival Hall
June 13 – Red Deer, AB – The Vat
June 14 – Edmonton, AB – Dive Bar

“House Of Cards” was released on August 21, 2024, on all digital platforms at the following links:

​Spotify​ – https://open.spotify.com/artist/2eR0p21Nln8QYqr6bGtfJH

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/prisoner/1617269145​

Youtube: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCma5RX_ENik_slc_nw5HP8A​

Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/artists/B0019BL0QC/prisoner​

Music video – “Skies are Blackened” – https://youtu.be/dOW21VIQwEE

​

Track Listing:​
1. Skies are Blackened (2:42)
2. On a Sunday (4:26)
3. House of Cards (The Game Pt.2) (3:38)
EP Length: 10:46

EP Band Lineup:
Murray Emery (Vocals/Guitar)
Jeremy Hartmann (Guitar)
Trevor MacDonald(Bass)
Wes Bartram (Drums)
Karl Pflug (Drums)

More info: https://prisonerband.ca​

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“Can you guess what Metallica’s “Garage Days Re-revisited”, Trivium’s “Ember to Inferno” and Pantera’s “Cowboys from Hell” records have in common? A band having fun, a band giving it all out and a great and present bass guitar. This is what you will get when listening to “House of Cards” the new EP from the Canadian band Prisoner, formed in 2020 in Alberta by four young men on a mission to make Metal even bigger. The EP is formed by three songs and just under eleven minutes of playtime which is enough to show how fucking good they are! 9/10” – Ever-Metal​
​
​“And we’ve added the outstanding new single “On A Sunday” from heavy rockers Prisoner! Elements of alternative rock & metal with a twist of modern rock. So well written with acoustic passages leading up to the electric payoff, “On A Sunday” is a special one. Be sure to catch Prisoner on your Home for the Best New Rock.” – WJOE – Findlay’s Home for Rock & Roll​
​
​“A testament to their musical prowess and diverse range as artists, Prisoner adeptly captures both their high-energy and introspective moments in House of Cards.” – Amplify The Noise​
​
​“”House of Cards” did what an EP is supposed to do and that’s whet my appetite for more music from Prisoner. I look forward to their forthcoming full-length album and to hearing what else than do with,” – Rough Edge​
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​“The Devil sends his beast with wrath, for he knows that time is short. Or something. That might be why Calgary metallers Prisoner have followed up their January debut full-length with this EP. And the Maiden reference at the start might have done them a disservice, actually, given that the trio of tracks showcases different sides than that. The opener, “Skies Are Blackened,” is full-on thrash. Think early Metallica, and you aren’t far off, but the next one, “On A Sunday,” couldn’t be more different. Acoustic in the way that Alice In Chains used to be, it’s a fabulous thing. And all of that is before “House Of Cards (The Game PT 2)” hustles into view on the back of quite a mighty gallop. A band to look for, you evidently will not chain Prisoner. 8/10” – Maximum Volume Music​
​
​“The Canadian band set out to return to their heavy rock roots, and by the sound of things they have very much done just that. This thing is like Prong but with punk vocals over the top, like the really early days of thrash or crossover. The production fits perfectly with the old-school feel too, feeling like it’s ripped right out of the 80s. The vocals really grew on me throughout, him being able to hit some damn impressive high notes! This thing honestly felt like it was too short, I’d love to have had more from them. Especially with the variety shown between the three tracks. Heck, the slower track, ‘On a Sunday’, is my favourite track on the EP, though the other two are close second and third. I somehow missed the band’s album back in January, but I’mma have to go back and check it out now, as I loved this! 8/10” – Overtone Magazine

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0 FROGG Display Technical Metal Wizardy In New Animated Video “Interspecific Hybrid Species” Off Debut Album “Eclipse” (Co-Produced by Jamie King (Between the Buried and Me, The Contortionist, Scale the Summit))

  • April 2, 2025
  • by Asher
  • · FROGG · Music News · Uncategorized

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – April 2, 2025

FROGG Display Technical Metal Wizardry In New Animated Video “Interspecific Hybrid Species”

Debut Album “Eclipse” Out Now!

Co-Produced by Jamie King (Between the Buried and Me, The Contortionist, Scale the Summit)

L-R: Will Brown (Drums) | Sky Moon Clark (Vocals & Guitar) | Brett Fairchild (Guitar) | Ethan Emery (Bass)

Unelashing their technical modern metal marvel, the debut album “Eclipse” this past March, New York’s FROGG is exhibiting their new animated music video “Interspecific Hybrid Species” in support of the record, co-produced by guitarist/vocalist Sky Moon Clark and Jamie King (Between the Buried and Me, The Contortionist, Scale the Summit).

Full of proggy goodness, the track has a strong message about climate change coming for us all.

“Interspecific Hybrid Species is an intensely proggy, mind-bending epic that weaves intricate chaos with relentless precision, delivering a whirlwind of technical wizardry and amphibious fury,” adds the band.

Watch and listen to the music video “Interspecific Hybrid Species” via its premiere on HeavyBlogIsHeavy HERE.

Frogg‘s first full-length features ten tracks of heavy, raw, progressive, death, and avant-garde thinking metal. Fans who have been following Frogg since their conception will find exactly what they signed up for, along with lots of fun surprises. The band doesn’t operate in one genre all the time, and “Eclipse” is set to wonder.

“A sonic eclipse where every genre collides—progressive, technical, and just enough death to keep your neck sore for weeks,” adds bassist Ethan Emery.

Lyrically, the record explores Mythology from various places, along with tying tales and emotions together. Fans can expect seasonal singles from Frogg going forward as they already have plans for follow-up singles to come real soon after the album’s release.

FROGG’s main ambition is to hit the live circuit with a perfected performance and its brand-new line-up. With performance in mind, FROGG has been relentlessly rehearsing new original material and old, to deliver an authentic live experience.

Committed to technical excellence and progressive innovation, Frogg is recommended for fans of weird and wild and fans who appreciate bands such as Protest the Hero, Between the Buried and Me, Zenith Passage, Unexpect, and Obscura.

“Eclipse” was released on March 7, 2025, and is available at ​https://froggofficial.bandcamp.com​.

Spotify – ​https://spoti.fi/4heSdtu​

Music Videos:

Double Vision Roll – ​https://youtu.be/BW1WP2vaxnQ​

Dandelion – ​https://youtu.be/r90cV290Usk​

Wake Up – ​https://youtu.be/RMhtVNE6WYw​

Album Artwork – Artists: Yann Kempen & Bertrand LeFebvre

Track Listing:​
1. Walpurgisnacht (4:44)
2. Life Zero (4:30)
3. Dandelion (3:50)
4. Eclipse I: Blind Bakunawa (4:20)
5. Eclipse II: Sickened By Silence (4:48)
6. Interspecific Hybrid Species (4:19)
7. Wake Up (6:22)
8. Sun Stealer (4:41)
9. Double Vision Roll (3:29)
10. Omni Trigger (4:07)
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​Album Recording Credits:​
• All songs performed by: FROGG
• All songs written by: FROGG
• Produced by: Jamie King & Sky Moon Clark
• Mixed by: Jamie King
• Mastered by: Jamie King
• Album Artwork by: Yann Kempen & Bertrand LeFebvre
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​Album Band Line Up:​
Sky Moon Clark – Vocals, Guitars
Will Brown – Drums, Percussion, World Instruments
Brett Fairchild – Guitars on tracks 1, 5, 6,10
Nick Thorpe – Bass on tracks 1,4,5,7,8,10
David White – Bass on track 2
Brad Williamson – Bass on track 6
Jack Lynch – Bass on track 3
Emma Rae – Clean vocals & keys
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​Live Band Line Up:​
Sky Moon Clark – Vocals, Guitars
Brett Fairchild – Backup Vocals, Guitars
Ethan Emery – Bass
Will Brown – Drums

For more info: https://linktr.ee/froggband

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“Weirdo avant-garde metal band Frogg have jut shared a video for “Double Vision Roll,” and, boy, is it quirky. If you’re not yet familiar with Frogg, they are all about delivering a weird and wonderful live experience They experiment with different world instruments and songwriting ideas, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in heavy music, and you can see a little bit of that on display here. The song was produced by Frogg guitarist/vocalist Sky Moon Clark and Jamie King (Between the Buried and Me, The Contortionist, Scale the Summit). Frogg are recommended for fans of weird and wild, as well as those who appreciate a little technicality in their music.” – Decibel Magazine (2025 – Eclipse)

“After a few years of one-off singles and an EP this stellar prog project is finally gifting us with a full record. This includes some wild guitar work, breakneck shifts in tone, and is just a great time overall. This is recommended if you like BtBaM, Last Chance To Reason, etc.” – Metal Injection (2025 – Eclipse)

“The band is immensely talented, and their musicianship registers off the charts… This is an album that every Metalhead should hear, for the technical brilliance alone. 8/10” – Metal-Temple (2025 – Eclipse)

“Their musical style is a kaleidoscope of genres, with a real melting pot of influences… there is no denying that there is a lot of talent on show here. There is obviously a desire to produce something unusual and it will be interesting to see where they go from here. 8/10” – The Prog Space (2025 – Eclipse)

“Its extreme dedication to complex construction will pose an issue to the unprepared—digesting this kind of technicality-positioned music is never effortless. The volume of riffage, the speed of every rollicking bar, the force of every abundant fill present loaded and crooked in smile, though the shorter-form execution lowers the threshold for repeated exposure. In a rose-colored vision of what progressive death metal can be, Frogg finds a freedom in fanciful melody, brief poppy breaks, and unrestrained (but not all encompassing) musical showmanship. And if a debut can unwrap as fresh as Eclipse does, Frogg may very well find the world entrapped in their sticky wiles. 3.5/5” – Angry Metal Guy (2025 – Eclipse)

“It’s no secret that amphibians aren’t doing so hot as a class; Frogg‘s eclectic tech is a welcome consolation prize amidst this eroding diversity. The confident creativity of these NY-based herpetologists recalls The Odious at their most unhinged—a morass of influences ranging from electronica to deathcore that sticks to my neurons like flies to a tongue. Whether channeling the brutal (“Dandelion,” despite the name, is fairly dissonant) or the ethereal (“Wake Up”‘s clean vocals and synths), Eclipse hops between genres like we breathe. Evolution willing, they’ll continue carving out a niche for themselves in the crowded tech death ecosystem.” – Roldy – Toilet ov Hell (2025 – Eclipse)

“I know it’s still relatively early in the year, but this is the best thing I’ve heard this year. The way they managed to make a progressive melodic and damn near technical death metal amalgamation sound this great is truly something. This is an easy 10/10 and will be in constant rotation for some time to come. As always don’t forget to stream and buy the music if you like it!” – Technical Music Review (2025 – Eclipse)

“Frogg have the instrumental chops to find a dominant place in this style of music.” – Heavy Music HQ (2025 – Eclipse)

“Battered Over The Head… Playfully: Not much more I can say, other than to repeat that this is music which challenges the listener. The band play out of their skins, absolutely dazzling us with off-the-charts playing. Anyone who loves heavy music which is progressive will love this album (no should about it). What does help is that Frogg adds little touches of playfulness as well as extra or surprising musical instruments to keep the whole thing entertaining. I said in the review of the EP that it showed “great promise”. And that “promise” has in my view been met on this album. Once again they battered me over the head in the most fun way musically. I can only imagine the fun of seeing them do this stuff live. A must-have for fans of extreme progressive music.” – CGCM Radio / Podcast (2025 – Eclipse)

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