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0 “KOSM’s knack for creating concept albums has paid off yet again!” – The Music Below
0 Relentless Groove Awaits With Halifax’s ELEKTRIC MISTRESS’ ‘Turn To Grey’
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – June 28, 2019
For fans of Kyuss, Sleep, QOTSA, Down, Monster Truck, Clutch
Relentless Groove Awaits With Halifax’s ELEKTRIC MISTRESS’ ‘Turn To Grey’
Debut Self-Titled EP Out July 19, 2019
The first step can only be taken when the last toke has been drawn and ELEKTRIC MISTRESS is ready to unveil their single ‘Turn To Grey’ off their upcoming debut self-titled EP due out on July 19th. Channeling the energy of inspirations such as Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, and Pink Floyd the stoner rock quintet from Halifax, Canada is all about the groove.
ELEKTRIC MISTRESS is face punching psychedelic rock firmly rooted in what has come before, and also looking ahead, their single ‘Turn To Grey’ is described as ‘smoke rings in a blizzard’. They go on to tell listeners what to expect from the track:
“Perhaps the most “progressive” song on the recording, it starts the EP with an ominous psyche drone, and builds from mellow trippiness to full on smoke rings in a goddamn blizzard.”
Each track on the EP has a unique sound and showcases their varied influences and songwriting abilities with riffing low guitar/bass chug fused with B3/Rhodes/Synth sounds, the EP tries to recapture the retro rock sound of the 70s with a modern tinge and stands as a tribute to the band’s early influences.
Listen to ‘Turn To Grey’: https://youtu.be/dyKoe39f3ig
Track Listing:
1. Turn To Grey – 8:36
2. Cuba Time – 3:45
3. Meeting of The Minds – 4:06
EP Length: 16:28
For more info:
Website: www.elektricmistress.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ElektricMistress
Instagram: www.instagram.com/elektricmistress
Twitter: www.twitter.com/ElektricMistre1
Bio:
Looking to witness a true retro psychedelic synth rock experience with a progressive edge? Look no further because Elektric Mistress is here to deliver! Hailing from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Elektric Mistress covers a wide spectrum of sonic grooves and influences from the early pioneers of heavy riff rock such as Black Sabbath, Deep Purple and Pink Floyd. Take a deep breath and ride the wave through a hypnotic haze of electric highs and sedated tones to take you back in time and return again.
Comprised of Kieran Richardson (bass), Kyle Cantfell (guitar), Steve Poole (vocals), Riley MacDonald (keys), and Vic Canales (drums), Elektric Mistress began their journey through oblivion in 2018, creating a unique soundscape of stoner rock ignited with crunchy, groovy guitar riffs, bombastic drums, dirty keys, choice bass licks and loud and raspy vocals. This deadly combination is already starting to pay off for Elektric Mistress, having already played a handful of local shows and performing at Maritime Metal and Hard Rock Festival 2018.
For those keen to experience what can best be described as ‘smoke rings in a blizzard’ the band’s debut self titled EP is set for release this coming summer 2019 on July 19th and promises to be a solid offering of tunes suitable for those looking for a classic stoner rock vibe and also those that are more experimental minded.
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0 MetalInsider Premiere EP Stream of KOSM’s Bloodborne Inspired “Eyes On The Inside”
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – June 27, 2019
For fans of Tool, Mastodon, Gojira, The Agonist, Periphery, A Perfect Circle
MetalInsider Premiere EP Stream of KOSM’s Bloodborne Inspired “Eyes On The Inside”
EP Out June 28th
L-R – Erik Leonhard – Guitar, Michael ‘Pastrami’ Mastracci – Bass, Jessie Grace – Vocals, Mike Slater – Guitar, Sterling Paterson – Drums
Photo credit – Justin Forster
Vancouver’s KOSM are ready to plunge listeners into the dark universe of Bloodborne with their new EP “Eyes On The Inside” due out Friday, June 28, 2019 and before it officially drops, the band has teamed up with MetalInsider.net for the release’s full stream at the following link: https://www.metalinsider.net/new-music/exclusive-ep-stream-kosm-eyes-on-the-inside
This dark and agile record shows that KOSM has matured in sound since releasing their 2018 Lovecraftian inspired debut album “Cosmonaut” and is the first release that features all members of the band contributing to the writing process. The band tells about the motivation for writing this album:
“We really set out to give people what they were asking of us, we all feel it’s going to be received incredibly well. On top of that, this is 100% for all the Bloodborne fans that trolled us into oblivion last year, so we hope that they love it just as much as the fans of progressive metal do! It’s heavier, trickier, and more concise with obvious nods to our biggest influences including Tool, Mastodon and Gojira.”
Quoting that they spent less time on this release than the previous one, KOSM feels like this is their strongest material to date focusing on the lore of the Bloodborne game and toying with their musicianship to create a five-track record that is heavier and more sonically detailed than earlier material.
Both progressive metal and Bloodborne fans alike will find a special place in their hearts and ears for “Eyes On The Inside”.
The EP will be available on Spotify, Bandcamp and Apple Music as of June 28th.
Upcoming Show Dates:
June 29-30 – Lone Butte, BC – Lone Butte Community Hall (Metalocalypstick Fest)
July 6 – Calgary, AB – Border Crossing (Decimate MetalFest)
Track Listing:
1. Yharnam (5:25)
2. Clocktower (5:12)
3. A Call Beyond (4:16)
4. Old Blood (6:58)
5. Eyes On The Inside (4:56)
EP Length: 26:49
KOSM is:
Erik Leonhard – Guitar
Mike Slater – Guitar
Jessie Grace – Vocals
Sterling Paterson – Drums
Michael Mastracci – Bass
For more info:
https://kosmband.com
https://www.facebook.com/kosmofficialband
https://twitter.com/officialkosm
https://www.instagram.com/thekosmofficial
EPK – https://wp.me/pciNW-dsaBio:
KOSM is a progressive metal band hailing from Vancouver BC, Canada. Combining influences from Mastodon, Tool and Gojira; their sound is dynamic and unquestionably lethal. Since their induction in 2016, they have been making their mark in Vancouver’s metal scene as an absolute force to be reckoned with.
https://kosmband.com
https://www.facebook.com/kosmofficialband
https://twitter.com/officialkosm
https://www.instagram.com/thekosmofficial
EPK – https://wp.me/pciNW-dsaBio:
KOSM is a progressive metal band hailing from Vancouver BC, Canada. Combining influences from Mastodon, Tool and Gojira; their sound is dynamic and unquestionably lethal. Since their induction in 2016, they have been making their mark in Vancouver’s metal scene as an absolute force to be reckoned with.
Familiar to members of the progressive metal covenant, and playing with themes from the H.P. Lovecraft and Bloodborne universes; KOSM is quite unique and authentically its own being. Their first release, 2018’s “Cosmonaut” was an album loosely based on the Lovecraftian myth of Cthulhu and each song was meant to walk the listener through a story from beginning to end. Following this, the band is now gearing up for the release of their latest release in 2019, “Eyes On The Inside”, an EP exclusively based on the Bloodborne video game.
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“Vancouver’s KOSM kick the door in with Cosmonaut, their monstrous full-length debut. Brace yourself for a satisfying trip through an exciting mountain range of cascading, meaty riffs, swelling rises and heady drops, all led by the powerful, soaring vocals of the dynamic Jessie Grace. ” – Beatroute BC
“KOSM cite Tool, Gojira and Mastodon as three of their main influences, and all three can be heard loud and clear on their new album, Cosmonaut. The technical, progressive musicianship of Tool meets the crushing grooves and rhythmic vocals of Gojira, and Mastodon’s ear for riffy, thunderous prog are all present on Cosmonaut, which features some of the most technical metal I’ve heard this year outside of, you know, technical death metal. ” – Decibel Magazine
“The song (Ancient Heart) itself, which swings between some appetizingly heavy progressive riffs and aggressive growls and more melodic moments (with clean singing behind them). A tough band to place in that regard, but one certainly worth seeking out as they continue to expand their sound.” – DeadRhetoric
“KOSM does a solid job of mixing technicality, mood and groove. They have all sorts of dual guitar sections, and very psychedelic and moody parts on “Cosmonaut” as well. They’re a well versed band with all kinds of moods and changes engaging your ears every split second. ” – Technical Music Review
“KOSM definitely show enough potential with this release to be a band that should be on your scopes.” – Noizze UK
“Kosm’s Cosmonaut isn’t bland: it’s the pleasing sound of a band following their own inner vision.” 9/10 – Hellbound
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0 BORNBROKEN Announce Western Canadian Dates “The Harsh Truth Tour” (ON/SK/AB/BC/MB)
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – June 27, 2019
For fans of Lamb of God, Sepultura, Ektomorf
BORNBROKEN Announce Western Canadian Dates “The Harsh Truth Tour” (ON/SK/AB/BC/MB)
(L-R) Samuel Santiago (Drums), Mike Decker (Lead/Rhythm Guitar, Vocals), Pepe Poliquin (Vocals), Red Voizard (Bass), Simon Savard (Rhythm Guitar, Backing Vocals) – Photo Credit: Eric Sanchez
(L-R) Samuel Santiago (Drums), Mike Decker (Lead/Rhythm Guitar, Vocals), Pepe Poliquin (Vocals), Red Voizard (Bass), Simon Savard (Rhythm Guitar, Backing Vocals) – Photo Credit: Eric Sanchez
Following up their well-received 2013 debut album ‘The Healing Powers of Hate’, Montreal’s BornBroken returned in 2018 with a 40-minute freight-train “The Years of Harsh Truths and Little Lies”. Full of aggressive music for the critical masses, the ten-track assault was heavier and angrier plus even included special guest vocals from Slaves On Dope’s Jason Rockman on ‘Fight’. Thriving on the fury of the injustices of the world we are living in, BORNBROKEN is ready to take their righteous rage that feeds their creative furnace on the road for summer 2019. The metal titans from Montreal’s music scene will be venturing towards Western Canada for the first time along with performing on the Loud As Hell festival in Drumheller, AB on August 3rd sharing the stage with Goatwhore, Cloven Hoof, Anciients, Planet Eater, Sludgehammer and many more. The tour will kick off on July 31st in Sudbury, ON and wrap up August 12th in Winnipeg, MB. Selected dates of the tour will be supported by Calgary’s Stab. Twist. Pull (full dates listed below).
Guitarist Mike Decker comments:
“We are glad to finally say we are headed out West on tour. It’s something we said we had to do at any cost and it will be. Our van lost its gas tank and then the transmission seized. I broke my elbow, shows were canceled, but some got added. Massive band line-up changes last minute, oh I did I forget to say “we’re poor”! Hahaha.
So with that said, we’re all set to tour with our friends in Calgary’s Stab, Twist, Pull along with many others and tell you all a little story about “The Harsh Truths and Little Lies of Life”. We got tons of merch for all to enjoy and become hand-me-downs for generations to come.
We’re not holding anything back on this one. See you all on the road while we follow the sundown to your town!”
BornBroken’s sophomore album “The Years of Hard Truths And Little Lies” is available on Bandcamp, Spotify and Apple Music.
Music Video – “The Years of Hard Truths And Little Lies” – https://youtu.be/1IHgg5hpc9U
Lyric Video – “Listen” – https://youtu.be/uzpJ5KsuSgQ
Album Stream here.
Tour Dates:
July 31 – Sudbury, ON – The Asylum
Aug 1 – Thunder Bay, ON – Black Pirates Pub
Aug 2 – Regina, SK – The Club *
Aug 3 – Drumheller, AB – Dinosaur Downs Stampede Grounds – Loud As Hell Fest
Aug 7 – Vancouver, BC – Astoria
Aug 8 – Lethbridge, AB – The Smokehouse *
Aug 9 – Calgary, AB – The Palamino *
Aug 11 – Edmonton, AB – Rendezvous Pub *
Aug 12 – Winnipeg, MB – The Windsor Hotel
* = w/ Stab. Twist. Pull
Live Line Up:
Mike Decker (Lead/Rhythm Guitar, Vocals)
Pepe Poliquin (Vocals)
Mike Marino (Bass)
Dave Evangelista (Lead/Rhythm Guitar)
Carlos Ojeda (Drums)
For more info:
http://www.facebook.com/bornbroken
http://www.twitter.com/bornbroken
EPK – https://wp.me/pciNW-by1
(Bio written by Steve Earles)
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“Although they hail from the famously pleasant country of Canada, BornBroken, might be the heaviest and angriest thing we’ve heard from their parts in a long time. With no shortage of punishing riffs, brutal drumming, and vicious vocals that spit lyrics to change the world, BornBroken’s sophomore album, The Years of Hard Truths And Little Lies, is worth pre-ordering before it’s due out May 18th.” – Metal Injection
“Apocalyptic thrashcore bunch BornBroken wear their political bent on their sleeves. From ‘The Years of Hard Truths And Little Lies’ Bansky-esque artwork to on-the-nose, ‘Take that politics!’ sentiment of its title, their anti-establishment sentiment is layered on thick. It’s hard to argue with their anger, in fairness. Tackling everything from inequality to government conspiracies, the Canadian band’s fury is aimed in all the right directions… BornBroken’s unrelenting pace is proof that, even in the supposedly docile nation of Canada, there’s still plenty to rally against in 2018.” – Metal Hammer
“the songs on The Years of Harsh Truths are brutal and varied enough to appeal to fans of Lamb of God, Sepultura and even groove legends Pantera and Exhorder.” – Decibel Magazine
“Working off catchy as fuck, breakdown inflected riffs BornBroken mercilessly pound the listener to pulp. There is absolutely no doubt people leave a BornBroken show with injuries.” – Hellbound
“Many of the hooks and riffs are excellent, they absolutely destroy my speakers, and the bedroom mosh commences.” – MetalStorm
“BornBroken have resurrected the intense metallic sounds of bands the likes of A Life Once Lost, Hatebreed, Nora, and Arise And Ruin that once dominated the North American metal scene. It’s wonderful to hear a band like BornBroken bringing back what some might consider the peak sound of modern metal.” – PureGrainAudio.com
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0 Glacially Musical – Vinyloscopy With Pastrami of KOSM
0 Third Eye Cinema – At Last – An Up to Date, State of the Art, All Purpose, Entirely Au Courant Sizzlin’ Summer Roundup w/ Motive, Extrema Rockshots Records
0 Glacially Musical – Taco Grande with Chaps of Hellnite
0 Glacially Musical – Vinyloscopy with Chris McCrimmon of Widow’s Peak
0 EPK – Elektric Mistress – Self-Titled (EP) (2019)
Elektric Mistress – Self-Titled (EP) (2019)
For fans of Kyuss, Sleep, QOTSA, Down, Monster Truck, Clutch
Release Date: July 19, 2019
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: Distrokid
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“Looking to witness a true retro psychedelic synth rock experience with a progressive edge? Look no further because Elektric Mistress is here to deliver! Hailing from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Elektric Mistress covers a wide spectrum of sonic grooves and influences from the early pioneers of heavy riff rock such as Black Sabbath, Deep Purple and Pink Floyd. Take a deep breath and ride the wave through a hypnotic haze of electric highs and sedated tones to take you back in time and return again.” – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life
“Very classy stuff, and it is absolutely recommended!” – Melodic.net
“Overall, I super, super dig this record. I’ll be honest, I was intrigued by the cover art and I’m so glad I gave it a chance. These guys are straight out of the seventies, without sounding like posers or hangers-on. If you love Deep Purple, Blue Oyster Cult, Pink Floyd, Steppenwolf, Iron Butterfly, and the like, then here is some modern music you will most definitely fall in love with.” – 1340 Mag
EP Title – Elektric Mistress
Release Date: July 19th, 2019
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: Distrokid
Track Listing:
1. Turn To Grey – 8:36
2. Cuba Time – 3:45
3. Meeting of The Minds – 4:06
EP Length: 16:28
EP Credits:
• All songs performed by: Elektric Mistress
• All songs written by: Elektric Mistress
• Produced by: Elektric Mistress
• Mixed by: Jason Jenkyns
• Mastered by: J. LaPointe Archive Mastering
• Album Artwork by: MontDoom Design and Illustration
• Member of SOCAN
• Canadian Content (MAPL)
Album & Live Band Line Up:
Steve Poole – Vocals
Kyle Cantfell – Guitars
Riley MacDonald – Keys
Kieran Richardson – Bass
Victor Canales – Drums
Shared Stage w/:
Dazor, Shadow of Everest, The Black Rats, The Bloody Hell, Dirtbox, Hostis, Halnova, Second Line Parade
Tours and Festivals:
2018 – Maritime Metal and Hard Rock Festival – Windsor, NS
SHORT BIO
Looking to witness a true retro psychedelic synth-rock experience with a progressive edge? Look no further because Elektric Mistress is here to deliver! Hailing from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Elektric Mistress covers a wide spectrum of sonic grooves and influences from the early pioneers of heavy riff rock such as Black Sabbath, Deep Purple and Pink Floyd. Take a deep breath and ride the wave through a hypnotic haze of electric highs and sedated tones to take you back in time and return again.
Elektric Mistress began their journey through oblivion in 2018, creating a unique soundscape of stoner rock ignited with crunchy, groovy guitar riffs, bombastic drums, dirty keys, choice bass licks and loud and raspy vocals. For those keen to experience what can best be described as ‘smoke rings in a blizzard’ the band’s debut self titled EP is set for release this coming summer 2019 on July 19th and promises to be a solid offering of tunes suitable for those looking for a classic stoner rock vibe and also those that are more experimental minded.
LONG BIO
Looking to witness a true retro psychedelic synth rock experience with a progressive edge? Look no further because Elektric Mistress is here to deliver! Hailing from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Elektric Mistress covers a wide spectrum of sonic grooves and influences from the early pioneers of heavy riff rock such as Black Sabbath, Deep Purple and Pink Floyd. Take a deep breath and ride the wave through a hypnotic haze of electric highs and sedated tones to take you back in time and return again.
Comprised of Kieran Richardson (bass), Kyle Cantfell (guitar), Steve Poole (vocals), Riley MacDonald (keys), and Vic Canales (drums), Elektric Mistress began their journey through oblivion in 2018, creating a unique soundscape of stoner rock ignited with crunchy, groovy guitar riffs, bombastic drums, dirty keys, choice bass licks and loud and raspy vocals. This deadly combination is already starting to pay off for Elektric Mistress, having already played a handful of local shows and performing at Maritime Metal and Hard Rock Festival 2018.
For those keen to experience what can best be described as ‘smoke rings in a blizzard’ the band’s debut self titled EP is set for release this coming summer 2019 on July 19th and promises to be a solid offering of tunes suitable for those looking for a classic stoner rock vibe and also those that are more experimental minded.
