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0 New York’s ARC Releases New Video For “Ghost Lights” Ahead Of April Tour Dates With Visions Of Atlantis + “Awaken The Machine” EP Out Now!

March 25, 2025
by Asher
· ARC · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 25, 2025

New York’s ARC Releases New Video For “Ghost Lights” Ahead Of April Tour Dates With Visions Of Atlantis

“Awaken The Machine” EP Out Now!

L to R – James King (Guitars), Revrynt (Drums), Chad Sutton (Vocals), Alex Torke (Bass), Sonny Angell (Synths)

Genre-defying metal NYC outfit ARC will be joining symphonic metal maestros Visions of Atlantis for two exclusive shows this April, bringing their extraordinary multimedia spectacle to lucky fans in Mechanicsburg, PA, and Brooklyn, NY. Ahead of this, they are releasing the video for their single “Ghost Lights,” which comes off the 2023 EP “Awaken The Machine”.

Founded on visionary Sonny Angell’s ambition to create a performance-based band with boundary-pushing music, ARC has rapidly established itself as one of the most innovative acts in modern metal. The band’s philosophy ‘ARC EVOLVES’ drives their constant reinvention and elevation of both their sound and stage presence. They comment on what is in store:

“We constantly try to raise the bar, enhance our stage show, expand our thematic elements, and experiment with different musical styles. ARC is ambiguously mysterious, ARC is energy and machines. Human interpretations are on stage playing the music, however, ARC is all around us. Information being transmitted from… Somewhere in parts of your brain, you didn’t know you had.”

The band performs with meticulously planned choreography, custom costumes, specialized stage lighting, props, and synchronized on-screen visuals—all managed by a dedicated stage manager who travels with the band exclusively to orchestrate their technical production.

ARC‘s music seamlessly fuses the brutality and melody of extreme metal with retro-futuristic synth-wave electronica, creating an all-out assault on the senses. Their frenetic live shows combine lasers, smoke, blood, sweat, and the band’s relentless energy in a performance experience that must be witnessed to be believed. They are recommended for fans of Rammstein, Dark Tranquility, and Dance with the Dead.

Watch and listen to the video from “Ghost Lights” at https://youtu.be/ImcuPCKPLK4

Their latest EP, “Awaken The Machine”, is available on Arc-evolves.bandcamp.com and Spotify.

Show Dates w/ Visions of Atlantis
April 2 – Mechanicsburg, PA – Lovedrafts
April 5 – Brooklyn, NY – The Meadows

Track Listing:
1 – Dark Road – (3:44)
2 – Ghost Lights – (4:22)
3 – Magnitudes – (4:08)
4 – Shadow Life – (5:55)
5 – Kingdom for my Corpse – (4:25)
6 – The Deep End – (3:43)
Album Length: 26:19

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

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0 Technical Death Metal MATT MILLER Signs To Exitus Stratagem Records For New Album “Fiber Tormentum” Out Sept 2025

March 25, 2025
by Asher
· Matt Miller · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 25, 2025

Technical Death Metal MATT MILLER Signs To Exitus Stratagem Records For New Album “Fiber Tormentum” Out Sept 2025

Reveals Album Artwork by Joshua Nassaru Ward (Voraath) + Album Teaser

L-R – Justice Robinett (Bass), Jordan Kelso (Drums, Synth), Matt Miller (Guitars, Synth), Biko Wright (Vocals)

Photo Credit – Lilly May Everett

From Akademia Award-winning producer, engineer, and songwriter to now backed with a full recording and live lineup, technical death metal shredder Matt Miller announces his signing to Exitus Stratagem Records for the release of his seventh album, “Fiber Tormentum,” set for release on September 12, 2025.

Featuring many new elements with the collaborative efforts from Jordan Kelso (Drums, Synth), Justice Robinett (Bass), and Biko Wright (Vocals) joining Matt Miller (Guitars, Synth), “Fiber Tormentum” is the heaviest, most melodic, and most technical music out of his catalog of six albums and two EPs since 2021.

“It’s got a lot to offer for the instrumental fans as well as new fans who want to hear the music with vocals and the unique things each of these musicians is bringing to the table. I think fans will be pleasantly surprised. Especially being the first release as a full band and having vocals. I heard from many fans that they really like the instrumental music but they would also really like to hear the tracks with vocals and see the live shows with a full band. Which I completely agree with,” says Miller.

Lyrically, “Fiber Tormentum” took shape as a loose concept album along the lines of Aliens wanting to take over our planet, and this time, they are changing human DNA to enslave humanity. The band has a strong Sci-Fi influence that is based on real-life events in their music.

Today, Matt Miller unveils the album’s trailer along with the album artwork for “Fiber Tormentum” created by metal brother, friend, and Voraath drummer and mastermind Joshua Nassaru Ward, who passed away earlier this year.

Album Trailer – https://youtu.be/casRJeLayQ4

Akademia-Award-winning producer, engineer, and songwriter MATT MILLER side-steps these industry achievements to embark on something deeply introspective and personal: a transcendent, reactionary, and vile personage embodying soaring progressive melodies and captivating crushing rhythms that engulf the listener in black clouds of desperation and shimmering hope.

Drawing upon the gut-wrenching timed-precision of European death metal stalwarts NECROPHAGIST and SPAWN OF POSSESSION, MATT MILLER progressively blends this approach with deep synthetic and symphonic atmospheres like that of DEVIN TOWNSEND, often arriving at surprisingly emotive and heart-clenching metallic passages like that of RIVERS OF NIHIL.

Calling upon other single-member death metal projects such as PUTRID PILE or INSIDIOUS DECREPANCY, the live performance can best be described as a reclaiming and repainting of the earth by a relentlessly sweeping and deranged berzerker appealing to the vast minions of the extreme music. The combination of elements within MATT MILLER distills the traditions of the international metal realm, the progressive atmospheres of modernity, and reactions to a vile world into a single unrelenting persona of despair and vengeance.

MATT MILLER’s first self-produced instrumental EP came in 2017, drawing on influences from classic metal bands such as MEGADETH and IRON MAIDEN to shredders like YNGWIE MALMSTEEN and PAUL GILBERT while combining a technical death metal approach to create maximum-intensity music with a frenetic and frantic feel and ferocious atmosphere. Since then, and a few releases into this brief career, MATT MILLER boasts 12,000 consistent monthly listeners on Spotify before hitting the international touring circuit. This was garnered from his 2017 EP, the 2021 self-released ‘Decrepit Shed’ LP, the ‘Reekomposer/Decomposer’ covers double LP, as well as the ‘8E’s’ 1980’s 1980s-themed covers LP.

In 2022 Matt released the formidable original instrumental LP Monument of Velocity on Blood Blast Distribution. Matt also toured supporting Rings of Saturn on the CYBER SHRED TOUR 2022. 29 shows encompassing the continental United States. Matt has released the cover LP Only What the Light Allows through Blood Blast Distribution.

In 2023, Matt assembled a full band consisting of drummer Jordan Kelso and bassist Justice Robinett, both of whom are world-class musicians. Soon after, Matt headed to Europe in support of death metal pioneers Possessed on their Oblivion Over Europe Tour. In 2024, Matt began writing a new instrumental LP. After completing the demos, it became abundantly clear that the new record required vocals. Thus, vocalist Biko Wright entered the fray, and the end result became the new LP Fiber Tormentum. Fiber Tormentum is a step forward and makes the bold statement that nothing will stop Matt from his campaign of musical devastation.

Matt Miller hails from the rain-soaked northern Oregon Coast, which is influenced by the natural foreboding environment. Moving into the present, MATT MILLER has joined up with Extreme Management Group to spread a singularly relentless auditory mind-bend.

For more info:
Shreded1.com | Facebook.com/matt.miller.96995238 | Instagram.com/mattmiller630

Exsrmusic.com | Facebook.com/ExSRecords | Instagram.com/exsrmusic | X.com/exsrmusic

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“Soaring, crushing, ferocious, emotive, and relentless, are words that strongly describe Decrepit Shed. The album has a lot to offer from various metal sub-genres and encompasses the best elements of technical guitar playing while still having well-written songs”. – Brave Words

“Monument of Velocity” initially had a different title and was not going to be a Matt Miller release and some of the songs were written with vocals in mind and were not going to be instrumental, however it turned out to be the sixth of seven powerful albums in his discography. contains eight tracks full of technical and progressive metal eliciting feelings of suspense, and tension while being fun, melodic and brutally heavy. Miller’s melodic and relentless music has a wide range of influences and is recommended for fans of Jeff Loomis, Necrophagist, and Obscura.” – Rock’n’ Load

“Even though Miller’s music is instrumental, he likes to think of the guitar as a voice. Which in turn makes him ask what is the guitar saying? He is able to easily convey emotion, tone, and a story even without the use of vocals. Throughout his releases, his music has developed a more modern sound in both the music and the production. Musically the songs are more well written and a lot of the ideas he writes are being accurately represented. He is always trying to push himself as a musician and this is reflected in his discography. Influenced primarily by technical and progressive death metal with a dash of power metal and symphonic metal as well, Matt Miller’s music is recommended for fans of Obscura, Dragon Force, and Racer X” – Metal Sucks

“Mr. Miller can shred like his fingers are on fire” Ever-Metal.com

“Matt shreds all over this album with guitar solos galore”. – Transcending the Mundane

“Soaring, crushing, ferocious, and emotive, Miller conveys a wide range of tones throughout his instrumental music. It is recommended for fans of Dragon Force, Racer X, and Jeff Loomis” – Metal-Rules

“For guitar enthusiasts, I guess it is a feast for the eyes and ears.” – Antichrist Magazine

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0 Limited Edition Red/Blue Vinyl Now Available + Comic Book From Canada’s MAD PARISH For New Album “The Dust Of Forever”

March 21, 2025
by Asher
· Mad Parish · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 21, 2025

Limited Edition Red/Blue Vinyl Now Available + Comic Book From Canada’s MAD PARISH For New Album “The Dust Of Forever”

Coronating their progressive metal concept album “The Dust Of Forever” this past January, Montreal’s Mad Parish is excited to share that their special collector’s edition vinyl (Record 1 – Red, Record 2 – Blue) (only 100 copies) and comic book “The Experience Hunter Chronicles” are now available for fans of storytelling and heavy metal.

Watch vocalist Josh McConnell showcase the vinyl on the band’s Instagram reel at https://www.instagram.com/p/DHPEXEgyNjz/

The special collector’s edition vinyl also includes a limited edition Mad Parish patch, the 50-page full-color companion comic book plus a limited edition print on special metallic paper, signed by the band. Only 100 numbered copies were printed. Get your copy at https://madparish1.bandcamp.com/album/the-dust-of-forever

Comic Book Cover – The Experience Hunter Chronicles

Comic Book Credits:
Story – Josh McConnell
Artwork – Niall Skinner
Editing – Rahl Stafford
Design – Maximus Rex

The wait is over as Montreal, Canada’s heavy metal visionaries Mad Parish release their highly anticipated concept album “The Dust Of Forever”. Available on all major platforms as of Jan 31st, this ambitious project marks a new pinnacle in the band’s decade-long journey. “The Dust Of Forever” is not just an album; it’s a multi-faceted experience that pushes the boundaries of heavy metal storytelling. Spanning 21 tracks, the album weaves an original narrative following Joe, an immortal protagonist caught in a universe-threatening cataclysm. The band shares how the album came to be:

“The album has interesting origins. A song from our first album was inspired by a comic book. After Bob joined the band, he mused about what would happen if this priest from the comic discovered that he was immortal, and the song “The Dust Of Forever” was written. Once we started writing some more songs we discussed what kind of album to make next. That is when we came upon the idea of expanding this world we were writing about, and making a concept album.”

Going full-on, epic prog metal was a big challenge for Mad Parish and they set out to write a story that they would tell through the songs, and decided to create a companion comic book to accompany the album. Creatively, this is the most adventurous thing they’ve done to date.

From the opening “Prologue” to the climactic “Hail To The Hunter”, listeners are taken on an immersive journey through a richly imagined world. The album showcases Mad Parish‘s evolution, blending their NWOBHM-inspired roots with progressive rock structures, 70’s rock swagger, 80’s new wave textures, and even hints of classical and jazz. This eclectic mix results in a sound that’s uniquely Mad Parish – heavy, melodic, and deeply atmospheric. It is recommended for fans of Iron Maiden, Rush, and Rainbow.

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4jBAs9v

Music Video – An Age To Quell – https://youtu.be/vjNGxXLMXtE

Music Video – Bishop’s Tomb – https://youtu.be/zrpXosWhnuU

Music Video – Loched – https://youtu.be/IHS5qxAp3-s

Track Listing:
1. Prophecy – 1:30
2. Defecther – 4:32
3. Possess The Child – 4:45
4. Outerest In Irisius – 1:34
5. Ouen Formation – 6:35
6. Hunted – 1:51
7. Astra T.R.A.Z (Tower Reformatory Asteroid Zone) – 4:42
8. Transmission #1 Dream On – 1:40
9. Resistius – 6:44
10. Aeternal – 1:44
11. An Age To Quell – 4:05
12. Transmission #2 – Will Of God – 2:04
13. Loched – 3:24
14. Cathedron Wakes – 5:37
15. Book of Rites – 1:06
16. Bishop’s Tomb – 3:32
17. Transmission #3 – Baz Raa Luum – 1:46
18. The Experience Hunter – 5:04
19. Trajectory: Tantus – 2:02
20. The Dust Of Forever – 5:11
21. Hail To The Hunter – 1:01
Album Length: 1:10:40

More Info: Madparishmetal.com | Facebook.com/madparishmetal | Instagram.com/madparishmetal

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“where some bands call the lyrics the story and leave it at that, not Mad Parish. They’ve actually made a full comic book as well to go along with the record” – Decibel Magazine

“We all know the prog metal genre is still overflooded by bands from all parts of the world. I stopped trying to keep updated in the genre many years ago, but sometimes there are bands that impress on me – or at least bring something different to most other bands in the genre. Montreal (Canada) band Mad Parish is a band I’d like to bring to your attention. They have a sound that comes closer to the end of the 80’s and early 90’s, which I like a lot. And the lead vocalist Josh McConnell has a very interesting voice, a bit like an early Ozzy Osbourne. Futhermore, they are not as progressive as your ’average’ prog metal act, and some songs can be described as ’hard rock with hints of prog’ – where others are true prog metal songs… well worth checking out, as this album offers something a little different to many bands.” – Melodic.net

““The Dust of Forever” is filled with material that will grab you right away but your appreciation will continue to grow with each additional spin. As I sit here writing this review and listening to the title track unfold (which btw is the last “song”), I’m already looking forward to hitting that repeat button to start this metal opera again. While I admit there is no one track that stands out, I’m realizing that the whole record stands out and works best when listened to from start to finish. This record may have taken many years to complete but it is worth it. 2025 is starting off with a bang and “The Dust of Forever” is a great way to usher in the new year.” – Wormwood Chronicles

“Progressive with classic riffs and a voice reminiscent of Ozzy. Overall, an interesting record that takes some getting used to ( because of the many interludes, but should not be underestimated. I find 8 out of 10 Hellfire points Canadians are allowed to attach themselves to their album.” – Hellfire Magazin

“For the Mad Parish comic, I must say that this booklet has certainly scored a more than enough score; the story, a fanciful epic with an entertaining mix of sci-fi and religious ingredients is a great pleasure, and the drawings may be somewhat “-easy” modern, but still of such quality, that really makes it worth taking a seat.” – Rock Portaal

“Josh McConnell’s vocals are a ray of hope because the singer exudes a lot of charisma and partly reminds me of a young Ozzy Osbourne… fine compositions such as ‘Ouen Formation’, which does it quite convincingly, to combine the prog page of IRON MAIDEN with GENESIS in the early Collins phase and even give you a good catchy tune.” – PowerMetal.de

“Somewhere between the melodic prog rock a la Asia to Rush, and the spicier NWOBHM of something in the direction of Praying Mantis; that’s how the music of The Dust Of Forever comes across to me. Names such as BOC, Boston or Iron Maiden can also sometimes appear. Mad Parish seems to belong to the NWOTHM movement; or the New Wave Of Traditional Heavy Metal. Very catchy, beautiful pieces with harmonic melody lines… The compositions are absolutely of top level, as are the appropriate and melodic ( often high) vocals and I also really need to mention the guitars. The technical interpretation of the rhythm section may not be as clear as, for example, the aforementioned Rush, but this is also just fine. With so much keyboard available, I had a completely different scene in mind for the title Transmission #2 Will Of God, but no (kerk) organ or gospel; We hear a wonderful jazz-freaky Fripp-like piece of work. This album is well put together and also contains some surprises.” – Rock Portaal

“A traditional and original album at the same time, whose intensive listening and acquisition should be added to the list of your good resolutions for the year 2025.” – Music In Belgium

“These Canadian trad metallers take us deeper into the story of their forthcoming concept album – and comic book – with a song which very much draws from how Black Sabbath recorded ‘Paranoid’, in that it was thrown together as a last-minute album filler but could become one of their defining musical moments’ – Uber Rock

“an ambitious heavy metal album that offers a mix of complex musicality and concept-oriented lyrics.” – MetalUnderground.at

“the album weaves an original story through a tapestry of Heavy Metal, following the journey of Joe, an immortal protagonist caught in a universe-threatening cataclysm, promising to transport listeners to another realm, with layered sounds and textures that reveal new aspects with each listen… Fans can look forward to an immersive album experience… one of the most innovative bands hailing from Montreal.” – The Headbanging Moose

“This one is red hot folks, the new album “Dust of Forever” from Mad Parish arrives today and it’s impressive. Track after track of ‘New Wave of British Heavy Metal’ that melds with progressive rock and in the end you have one kickin’ album man. Catch tracks from Mad Parish & “Dust of Forever” on your Home for the Best New Rock… W-J-O-EEEE” – WJOE – Findlay’s Home for Rock & Roll

“A bit of a ‘catch-all’ album, but this musically rich and eclectic set, which brings Joe ‘s adventures to life and allows you to browse through the beautiful comic book illustrating the compositions at the same time, has the merit of being terribly addictive and allows Mad Parish to sign an excellent album.” – Prog Critique

“an album that overflows with a magnetism”- Dargedik Webzine

“The Dust of Forever presents a number of interesting musical ideas… it offers a thrilling blend of Floydian space rock, the playful prog of Rush, organ-driven Deep Purple, and British heavy metal.” – The NWOTHM

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0 Streaming On All Digital Platforms! TUMBLEWEED DEALER’s Swamp Thing Inspired Album “Dark Green”

March 21, 2025
by Asher
· Music News · Tumbleweed Dealer

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Montreal, QC – March 21, 2025

Streaming On All Digital Platforms! TUMBLEWEED DEALER’s Swamp Thing Inspired Album “Dark Green”

L-R – Seb Painchaud – Bass & Guitars, Jean-Baptiste Joubaud – Synths & Programming, Angelo Fata – Drums & Percussions

Photo Credit – PAULINE DELABORDE PHOTOGRAPHIE

Unveiling their fourth full-length “Dark Green” this past February via their Bandcamp, Montreal, Canada’s Tumbleweed Dealer is proud to share that the album is now available on all digital platforms (listed below).

“Dark Green” is a culmination of an eight-year journey for the band, resulting in their most ambitious and fully realized work to date. Listeners can now immerse themselves in all ten tracks of this genre-defying masterpiece, experiencing the album as it was intended – a complete, transformative journey through sound and emotion. The band comments:

“We tried to capture two essential parts in Alan Moore’s retelling of Swamp Thing’s origin: Firstly, the main character’s struggle and loss of identity. We also wanted to capture the antagonist’s transformation into nature’s anger towards men. We wanted to keep all the Southern sensibilities in our sound while tackling a much more serious tone.

From the opening notes of “A Distant Figure In The Fog” to the closing moments of “A Soul Made Of Sludge”, “Dark Green” takes the listener on an unparalleled auditory adventure. Each track builds upon the last, creating a cohesive narrative that explores themes of nature, consciousness, and the human experience. The album’s production quality shines throughout, with every instrument and effect meticulously placed to create a rich, enveloping soundscape.

As you listen to the album stream, pay attention to the intricate details and hidden layers within each track. Tumbleweed Dealer has crafted “Dark Green” to be an album that reveals new secrets with each listen, much like revisiting a favorite film or novel. Let the music wash over you, and prepare to be transported to the lush, mysterious world of “Dark Green”, which will be especially intriguing to those with an interest in Rush, Elder, Ohm, Camel, Opeth, and Cynic,

Released on Bandcamp on February 7, 2025, “Dark Green” can be heard in full on the following digital platforms:

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4bL8bK5

Apple Music – https://apple.co/4iudOPw

YouTube – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nWOQ91Db0sOyvSvuIvfk7bUVseFM14jpY

Bandcamp – https://tumbleweeddealer420.bandcamp.com/album/dark-green

Video – Dark Green – https://youtu.be/L73im_7hOWs

Video – Ghosts Dressed In Weeds feat. Ceschi – https://youtu.be/E06a90W8hFo

Track Listing:
1. A Distant Figure In The Fog (2:52)
2. Sparks Adrift In The Louisiana Nightsky (3:39)
3. A Plant That Thinks It’s Human (3:34)
4. Becoming One With The Bayou (3:19)
5. Dragged Across The Wetlands (2:56)
6. Dark Green (4:48)
7. Ghosts Dressed In Weeds (5:31)
8. Moss On The Mind (3:13)
9. Body Of The Bog (6:34)
10. A Soul Made Of Sludge (3:49)

Album Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Tumbleweed Dealer
• All songs written by: Tumbleweed Dealer
• Produced by: Jean-Baptiste Joubaud
• Mixed by: Jean-Baptiste Joubaud
• Mastered by: Harris Newman
• Album Artwork by: Glenn Le Calvez

Album Band Line Up:
Seb Painchaud – Bass & Guitars
Angelo Fata – Drums & Percussions
Jean-Baptiste Joubaud – Synths & Programming

Guest Musicians:
Antoine Baril – Mellotron, Hammond Organ & Keyboards on tracks 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9 & 10
Guillaume Audette – Wurlitzer, Rhodes and Church Organ on tracks 8 & 10
Jocelyn Couture – Trumpet & Flugel Horn on tracks 4, 5, 7 and 9
Loïc Roy-Turgeon – Trombone on tracks 4 and 5
Zach Strouse – Saxophone on track 6
And special guest star Ceschi Ramos as himself on track 7

More info: Facebook.com/TumbleweedDealer | X.com/westernhorror | Instagram.com/tumbleweeddealer

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“The epic song (Dark Green) is a good indication of what the rest of the record holds, which is plenty of blues, psychedelia, and prog rock.” – Decibel Magazine

“Canada’s Tumbleweed Dealer take listeners on a rich auditory adventure on Dark Green” – The Prog Space

“How about a new prog-rock instrumental?! The title track “Dark Green” from the forthcoming album has arrived from progressive stoner rockers, TUMBLEWEED DEALER and we’re digging it. We’ve also had the opportunity to preview the new album and it’s also a strong statement and should sit well with prog lovers. Keep an eye out for the album to be released on Feb. 7th and catch the single “Dark Green” now on your Home for the Best New Rock…” – WJOE – Findlay’s Home for Rock & Roll

“an enjoyable album from Tumbleweed Dealer, an album that’s totally not your run of the mill psych/prog/stoner release and not afraid to take chances and do something different. Oh, and the cover art is damn glorious! 4/5” – Sea of Tranquility

“Tumbleweed Dealer’s Dark Green takes one on a swampy odyssey that blends cinematic storytelling with an intricate fusion of styles. Released eight years after their last album, the ambitious project feels less like a follow-up and more like an evolutionary leap. The band retains its roots in southern-tinged stoner rock while weaving in progressive, post-punk, and jazz influences to craft a truly genre-defying sound.” – Amplify The Noise

“a bold evolution of their signature blend of bluesy desert rock and progressive experimentation.” – Montreal Rocks

“10 tracks of instrumental/semi-instrumental music that fuses prog, stoner, blues, sludge and more into one astonishing and surprising sonic trip!” – Loud Enough? Magazine

“Dark Green is, as I’ve mentioned, a welcoming return to the Dealer’s home planet. The future seems certain to see what the trio will do next. Their continuous sound has been putting listeners into a trance, not knowing what will happen in the weeks, months, and years to come. It might be the album’s answer to the Midnight Movies of the late ‘60s and 1970s where it still continues to thrive, and we got something special with this bad boy.” – Echoes & Dust

“This is one of those compositions that requires total immersion. Clean singing, bah who needs singing at all?! Recorded with finetuned care so you can hear all the little fret squeaks before they ramp up the ambience straight from a John Fruscianterecord. With synths and other keys that chameleon-ize said maestro’s voice, later emulating the sound of a backing choir that then morphs into church organ. When the atmospherics basking in the background saunter forth, the darker shades of green start to realize and the track enters the domain of prog royalty. As a double kick is racing the throbbing-for-the-last-gasp procreative releases of the bass before flamenco-picking a Morricone lick ghosted into a pregnant silence to just nod for the memory of a note that enticingly lures like an anglerfish with, “you ready for more?” The timestamp at termination is 4:51 but this is some form of dimension-manipulating chronomancy because the track feels like it is over quicker than Napalm Death’s “You Suffer.” That means I’m either suffering from THC-induced crapulence or my favorite drug just happens to be music; and when it’s layered this well, with so much to encounter on repeat listens, it can truly have the magical property of transcendental transportation.” – No Clean Singing

“”Dark Green” is an excellent album” – Plus PROG de Vous

“I do really dig when they unleash the Organ on tracks like Moss On The Mind and A Soul Made Of Sludge. They give the drummer some love on the cool track Body Of The Bog. I also enjoy how this is an instrumental record where all the songs are relatively short, creating a nice flow to the album, especially for those with short attention spans. Dark Green is a mixed bag to me. There is some cool instrumentation and wow can these guys play… Those who like their instrumental stoner with some proggy and even jazz elements may dig this…” – Musipedia of Metal

“If you’re all about chill vibes and want something easy to listen to, Dark Green has plenty to offer with all the different keyboard textures and psychedelic sounds thrown at you atop a comfortable math rock base.” – Progressive Subway

“‘Dark Green’ is a bit of a musical experience really, the psychedelic and progressive nature of the music takes you on a hell of a trip, with each song expressing something completely different and sometimes pretty abstract.” – Uber Rock

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0 MORNINGSTVR Unveils Black Metal “The Last Of The Northern Kingdoms” Music Video For New Album “A Fate Engraved” Out June 2025

March 21, 2025
by Asher
· Morningstvr · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 21, 2025

MORNINGSTVR Unveils Black Metal “The Last Of The Northern Kingdoms” Music Video

New Album “A Fate Engraved” Out June 2025

Following the announcement of his upcoming album “A Fate Engraved”, synth-based black metal artist Morningstvr has released the first single “The Last of the Northern Kingdoms”, and an accompanying music video. The nearly five-minute track showcases the Morningstvr’s signature blend of cold, atmospheric synths, thunderous drums, and anguished vocals that have become hallmarks of his distinctive sound. He comments on the single:

“The Last of the Northern Kingdoms: is the lead song on this album, it gives reference to one of Tolkien’s works thus telling the story of my origins. This one stood out to me as the lead song because of its epic changes in the song, the emotion it gives along with how heavy it became as I finished writing it.”

“The Last of the Northern Kingdoms” has overarching themes of medieval lore, ancient battles, and fallen empires. Sam Tchortov, the Russian American musician behind Morningstvr, crafts a narrative that bridges his previous work “In Memoriam of the Blvck Wind” with this new chapter in his “Unholy Trinity” saga. The visual aesthetic of the music video complements the music’s frigid atmosphere, depicting desolate winter scapes and crumbling medieval architecture that reinforce the track’s themes of lost glory and forgotten kingdoms.

Drawing from his diverse influences including Darkthrone, Hulder, and JRR Tolkien’s works, Tchortov has created a piece that stands as both a powerful single and an integral part of the larger narrative that “A Fate Engraved” aims to tell.

Watch and listen to the music video for “The Last of the Northern Kingdoms” via its premiere on Metal-Rules HERE.

“A Fate Engraved” is set for release on June 20, 2025.

Album Trailer – https://youtu.be/5sztPKjZ42E

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 Canada’s DREAM HEAVY’s New Single “Filthy Rich” Is A Rock Attack On The 1%

March 21, 2025
by Asher
· Dream Heavy · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – March 21, 2025

Canada’s DREAM HEAVY’s New Single “Filthy Rich” Is A Rock Attack On The 1%

New EP Coming 2025

Weaving together ethereal vocals, rich harmonies, and intricate guitar along with violin melodies, Dunster, BC, Canada’s Dream Heavy is a melodic and enchanting world folk metal group. Revealing two singles in 2024, “Song In The Dark” and the thought-provoking single “Survival” featuring Haida hip-hop artist Ms. Panik, the band is kicking off 2025, with their next single “Filthy Rich”, which will be featured on the band’s planned EP due out later this year. The track is an aggressively progressive rock attack on the 1%, specifically aimed at the likes of Elon Musk and his narcissist stooge Trump. Seth Macdonald (Guitars/Vocals) explains the single further:

“People are pissed off in Canada right now and throughout the Western world where Oligarchs and con-men are attempting to usurp our systems of governance and trample on our democratic rights and freedoms, all for the sake of more money and power for the already “filthy rich.”

This song is a battle cry to BRING THEM DOWN! It starts slow and dirgy and builds into a driving attack on the disgustingly rich. The lyrical sections of the song have been left deliberately “open” for audiences to be able to hear and understand the message and identify with the lyrics. As per the usual Dream Heavy style, there is a big build-up before the lyrics start to set the stage for battle so to speak. This gives a chance for each of the musicians in the band and our guest player Mary Ancheta to truly showcase their talents and style. It finishes with a choreographed progressive guitar solo building to a full band walk-down to the roots of the song.”

Listen to Filthy Rich” at the following links:

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/41JqsCZ

Youtube – https://youtu.be/nX5C35CoJg0

Dream Heavy was formed from the ashes of beloved bands like Mamaguroove and Samson’s Delilah. The band credits its unique sound to influences from metal, Latin, Celtic, and other world music traditions. Its music, characterized by its intensity and thought-provoking lyrics, has captivated audiences across Canada and beyond, earning them a place on campus radio’s Top 10 lists.

Reflecting on the band’s long journey, they share that Dream Heavy‘s sound has evolved from each member’s collective passion for sound, movement, and justice. With their forthcoming EP, they aim to create a sonic and lyrical soundscape that demands to be heard in its entirety—a journey of self-discovery and contemplation. Dream Heavy is recommended for fans of boundary-pushing music in the vein of Porcupine Tree, Kalandra, and Rodrigo y Gabriela.

Previous Singles:

“Song In The Dark” – https://youtu.be/UgDw7HXXjYU

“Survival” ft. Ms.Panik – https://youtu.be/VFIKX_3J0iI

More info: Dreamheavy.ca | Facebook.com/dreamheavyproject | Instagram.com/dreamheavyproject

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0 EPK – Dream Heavy – Filthy Rich (single) (2025)

March 21, 2025
by Asher
· Dream Heavy · EPKs

EPK – Dream Heavy – Filthy Rich (single) (2025)

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“I have a gut feeling that this latest single will be well received by all citizens who care about our failing and seemingly hi-jacked democracy. This single is a particularly raucous and progressive rock tune designed to grab everyone’s attention with it’s tasty riffs and big build up to our angry attack on the Oligarchs of society. The lyrics section has been deliberately written to provide clarity to the listener.” – Seth Macdonald – Guitars/Vocals – Dream Heavy

For fans of Porcupine Tree, Kalandra, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Nightwish, Unleash the Archers

Dreamheavy.ca | Facebook.com/dreamheavymusic | Instagram.com/dreamheavyproject

Listen to Filthy Rich” at the following links:

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/41JqsCZ

Youtube – https://youtu.be/nX5C35CoJg0

Single Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Dream Heavy and Mary Ancheta (keys and Synths.)
• All songs written by: Written by: Seth Macdonald, David McKillican, Shara Gustafson, Liam Gustafson-Randall, Jane Aurora and Mary Ancheta
• Produced by: Jane Aurora at Arrival Sounds with Dream Heavy
• Mixed by: Jane Aurora
• Mastered by: Elisa Paengseng at CPS Mastering
• Single Artwork by: Saeda Rose

Single Band Line Up:
Seth Macdonald: Guitars/Vocals
Shara Gustafson: Vocals
David McKillican: Drums
Liam Randall-Gustafson: Bass
Mary Ancheta: Keys and Synths

Live Band Line Up:
Seth Macdonald: Guitars/Vocals
Shara Gustafson: Vocals
David McKillican: Drums
Liam Randall-Gustafson: Bass

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About The Single Artwork:

The artwork depicts a re-imagined image of the shocking Nazi salute displayed by perhaps the biggest and most corrupt American Oligarch of them all: Mr. Elon Musk! It shows that our citizenry will not stand for suppression of our civil liberties, the trampling of human rights, and the thieving of our world’s resources to inflate the illegitimate power and disgusting and illegitimate wealth of the 1%.

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

People are pissed off in this country right now and throughout the western world where Oligarchs and con-men are attempting to usurp our systems of governance and trample on our democratic rights and freedoms, all for the sake of more money and power for the already “filthy rich.”

This song is a battle cry to BRING THEM DOWN! It starts out slow and dirgy and builds into a driving attack on the disgustingly rich. The lyrical sections of the song have been left deliberately “open” for audiences to really be able to hear and understand the message and identify with the lyrics. As per usual Dream Heavy style, there is a big build-up before the lyrics start to set the stage for battle so to speak. This gives a chance for each of the musicians in the band and our guest player Mary Ancheta to truly showcase their talents and style.

It finishes with a choreographed progressive guitar solo building to a full band walk-down to the roots of the song.

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FUN FACT – STORY ANGLES

1. Dream Heavy is truly a family band.

Shara and Seth have been playing music together for the full 25 years that they have been a couple. They have also raised 5 children, have 3 grandchildren and built their own home on the same piece of land that Seth was raised on. Their son Liam is now a full-fledged member of the group and brings his “Gentle Giant”, youthful Metal-inspired influence to everything they compose and perform. Their Drummer David McKillican is like their surrogate son or younger brother; having first joined the couple’s previous band back in 2008.

2. The band not only works together artistically but also owns a Silviculture company responsible for planting close to 2 million trees every summer.

3. The family also hosts the Robson Valley Music Festival on their property in mid-August every summer. Shara is the Producer, Grant Writer, and Artistic Director of the event while Seth is the Operational Manager and takes care of physical logistics. The Festival has been running since 2005 (with a brief hiatus during the pandemic ) and boasts 5 stages, a huge variety of eclectic talent from around the world, and sees an attendance of around 1000 people annually.

4. David is a small business owner as well specializing in house renovations and custom cabinet building. He lives with his wife “Sasparilla Fox” an infamous Burlesque dancer, troupe leader, and dance teacher on a rural property outside of Quesnel BC.

Sometimes she even choreographs routines for the band and if we get truly lucky, shares the stage with us!

Dream Heavy is a sonic and visual explosion of an experience unrivaled by any other.

Ethereal vocals, Rich Harmonies, Intricate and melodic guitar and violin melodies, and a driving and diverse rhythm section guaranteed to keep you moving and guessing from the first snare crack to the last echo of enraptured melody.

EPIC WORLD FOLK METAL..

A tour de force! Fearless Epic World, Melodic, Folk Metal. With influences in Metal, Latin, Celtic and other World music, Dream Heavy is a heavy hitter on all fronts. Experiencing their unique sound, colorful stage costumes and thought provoking lyrics, is an unforgettable experience. You will not be disappointed by the spell that they weave..! With original members of BC festival touring favorites Mamaguroove and more recently Samson’s Delilah, their music has charted Top 10 lists on campus radio across Canada . The group has now fully transitioned to their new name and heavier groove. Prepare to Explode on the dance floor!

Dream Heavy, will be releasing their first single “Song in the Dark”(Recorded, Mixed, and Co-Produced by Jane Aurora at Arrival Sounds) in the spring of 2024.

Shared Stage with: Buffy Saint Marie, Five Alarm Funk, Digging Roots, Coco Jaffra, Mihiranghi, Delhi to Dublin, Mariachi Ghost, Stephen Lewis’ Big Band of Fun, Rachelle Van Zanten, Coco Love Alcorn, Jack Garton’s Demon Squadron, John Wort Hannam and many more throughout the Western Canadian Music Festival scene.

Tours and Festivals:
2024: Tongue on the Post Festival-Medicine Hat, AB
2023: Northern BC Halloween Tour-Quesnel and Prince George BC
2023: Robson Valley Music Festival-Dunster BC
2023: Corofin-County Clare, Ireland (duo concert series)
2023: Williams Lake Arts and Culture society gig-Williams Lake BC
2023:tour: Northern BC and AB
2022: Woodstove Music Festival-Cumberland BC
2022:Robson Valley Music Festival-Dunster BC
2022:Kispiox Valley Music Festival- Kispiox Valley BC
2022:Peace Valley Music Festival-Hudson Hope BC
2022:Midsummer Music Festival-Smithers BC
2022: North Country Fair-Driftpile AB

0 ROCKSHOTS RECORDS ANNOUNCES NEW COLLABORATION WITH SECRET RULE FOR UPCOMING ALBUM!

March 20, 2025
by Asher
· Music News · Secret Rule (Rockshots Records)

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – March 21, 2025

ROCKSHOTS RECORDS ANNOUNCES NEW COLLABORATION WITH SECRET RULE FOR UPCOMING ALBUM!

Rockshots Records is proud to announce the signing of SECRET RULE, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the band’s decade-long journey.

With a refreshed lineup and a renewed artistic vision, SECRET RULE is gearing up to unleash its highly anticipated tenth studio album in 2025, slated for release after the summer.

Known for their unique ability to blend symphonic atmospheres with modern metal vibes, SECRET RULE is stepping into a bold new sonic era.

The upcoming album will showcase an evolved sound, a powerful fusion of influences, combining the cinematic edge of Within Temptation’s latest works with the raw energy of Falling In Reverse.

From this new chapter, fans can expect a dynamic, high-energy sound, enriched with the band’s signature melodies and anthemic choruses.

With a fresh lineup, SECRET RULE continues to push boundaries, reaffirming its role as a driving force in modern metal.

The album explores themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the battle against inner and external struggles, delivering an intense and immersive experience.

In the meantime, the band is currently on the road as a supporting act for Temperance and Induction, part of an intense 15-date European tour. SECRET RULE is also set to play some of the most prestigious summer festivals, including Masters Of Rock (Czech Republic), Rock Imperium Festival (Spain), and Laurus Nobilis (Portugal), with more dates and exciting news coming soon!

A brand new single will be unveiled very soon, giving fans a first taste of what’s to come.

A new era begins, and we are ready to bring our energy to the stage! 🤘 This March, we hit the road across Europe with Temperance and Induction, and we cannot wait to see you all! Plus, we are beyond excited to play at three incredible festivals this summer: Imperium Rock Festival, Masters of Rock, and Laurus Nobilis.

NEXT SHOWS (supporting TEMPERANCE and INDUCTION)

20.03.25 DE – Bochum / Matrix
21.03.25 BE – Kortrijk / DVG
22.03.25 NL – Drachten / Iduna
23.03.25 DK – Copenhagen / Stengade

SUMMER FESTIVALS:

27.06.25 ES – Imperium Rock Festival
10-13.07.25 CZ – Masters of Rock
20.07.25 PT – Laurus Nobilis

More info:
https://www.rockshots.eu

Website: https://www.secretrule.it
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/secretruleband
Instagram: https://instagram.com/secret_rule_official
Spotify: Stream Now

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0 EPK – ARC – Awaken the Machine (2023)

March 20, 2025
by Asher
· ARC · EPKs

EPK – ARC – Awaken the Machine (2023)

“A complex fusion of organic and synthetic, ARC seamlessly blends the brutality and melody of modern extreme metal with the retro-futuristic synthesized electronica of synth-wave in a total assault upon the senses, capped off by a frenetic stage show comprised of lasers and smoke, blood and sweat, and the furious energy of the band’s will to dominate.” – ARC

For fans of Rammstein, Dark Tranquility, Dance with the Dead, Children of Bodom, Scar Symmetry

Instagram.com/arc.evolves | Facebook.com/Arcevolves | Soundcloud.com/arcevolves | Youtube.com/@ARC-Official

Arc-evolves.bandcamp.com | Spotify

Band: ARC
EP: Awaken the Machine
Release Date: November 15, 2023
Label: Self-Release
Dist: Distrokid

Track Listing:
1 – Dark Road – (3:44)
2 – Ghost Lights – (4:22)
3 – Magnitudes – (4:08)
4 – Shadow Life – (5:55)
5 – Kingdom for my Corpse – (4:25)
6 – The Deep End – (3:43)
Album Length: 26:19

Album Credits:
All songs Performed by: ARC
All Songs Wirtten by: Sonny Angell
Mixed By: Ray Marte (Westfall Studios, Amityville NY)
Mastered by: Ray Marte (Westfall Studios, Amityville NY)
EP Artwork by: Sonny Angell

Album Lineup:
Guitars – James King
Drums – Revrynt
Bass – Alex Torke
Vocals – Chad Sutton
Synths – Sonny Angell

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About The Album Artwork:

A literal representation of our sound, theme and feeling. We are human on stage created from machines to combine man, machine and light, organic and synthetic.

About The Album (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):

Awaken the Machine is based on the mind and how a human can process experiences. Some songs explain occurrences of the deep psyche, id, ego, and superego reactions.

Track by Track (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):

1. DARK ROAD – An exaggerated story of overcoming insecurities

2. GHOST LIGHTS – Inspiration follows you, Ghost Lights explains that if you do not give up you will succeed

3. MAGNITUDES – The part of your brain that shuts everything off so you can conquer anything. Robotizing your human aspects and pushing through life as a mindless machine so you can win.

4. SHADOW LIFE – A take on perceptions of precognitive thoughts and true life expectations of your past, looking into the future.

5. KINGDOM FOR MY CORPSE – Manifesting negativity from someone or something else to destroy it and yourself.

6. THE DEEP END – A story about making poor choices and the consequences of those choices.

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FUN FACT:

ARC is ambiguously mysterious, ARC is energy and machines. Human interpretations are on stage playing the music, however, ARC is all around us. Information being transmitted from.. Somewhere in parts of your brain, you didn’t know you had.

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L to R – James King (Guitars), Alex Torke (Bass), Chad Sutton (Vocals), Revrynt (Drums), Sonny Angell (Synths)

Not “human” we are ever-changing swarms of electronic information that “send transmissions” to earth from the dataverse.

Such are the words from ARC, a progressive, thought-provoking, shape-shifting musical collective formed out of the ether that permeates New York. ARC is many things at once, which automatically subjects the band to the journalistic and fan guessing game/rite of passage as to what style they actually are.

While the metal scene seems mired in stagnation and the never-ending race to be more brutal or more technical or more dissonant, ARC shines with progress and out-of-the-box thinking and a seamless blend of the nostalgia of synthwave with the complexity of extreme metal. They are a message, a transmission, weaving an intricate narrative through multimedia and redefining the concept of a truly immersive entertainment experience. ARC is a powerwave of expression, weaponizing music and stage show performance, leaving the audience both dizzied and delighted, through complex and fully custom, mechanisms.

The signal that is ARC is fluid and ever-evolving. Like AI that learns and adapts, ARC adapted to a rapidly changing world during the onset of a global pandemic. Rather than resigning to the tidal wave of tour cancellations, ARC punished forward, recording new material and continuing to expand the band’s quest to push the limitations of genre and sound. The eclectic band from New York is more than ready to engage with avant-garde metal fans worldwide and release their debut opus.

Their nine tracks masterfully span a wide range from dark electronica to progressive-experimental metal, while keeping their wild roaming within the boundaries of the band’s unique and bizarre sonic universe. Yet, ARC manages to harness their bold mix into recognizable structures and meaningful songs throughout that do not shy away from catchiness and, quite importantly, do not fall into the trap of being weird just for the sake of experimentation.

Like an electric current, ARC refuses to be contained and will charge throughout the metal community. Eagerly awaiting the return of live shows, the band has made a mission to take fans on a journey through music, video, and AR-integrated performances. The underlying aggression may be human or perhaps the philosophical glance towards spiritual growth. In the end, ARC is here and will tell the tale of humanity’s highest aspirations and utter ruin through the sonic Interzone where fact, science, and speculation collide.

Discography:
2023 – Awaken the Machine – LP
2022 – Dark Mirrors – LP

Shared Stage with: Prong, Master Boot Record, Immortal Guardian, Powerglove, Visions of Atlantis

Movie Music Placement: Straw Rafts – Indie Movie

0 Thank you Canadian MDs and DJs !earshot – February 2025 – top 200 #190 CHÜZO

March 19, 2025
by Asher
· CHUZO

Thank you Canadian MDs and DJs
!earshot – February 2025 – top 200
#190 CHÜZO
https://earshot-online.com/charts/2025/February/top200.cfm#1

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