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0 Dark Art Conspiracy – REVIEW: KARKAOS – CHILDREN OF THE VOID “This is a fantastic attack on the senses, which is captivating, exhilarating, suspenseful, yet brutal. It is excellently structured and features impressive musicianship from the whole band.”
This is a fantastic attack on the senses, which is captivating, exhilarating, suspenseful, yet brutal. It is excellently structured and features impressive musicianship from the whole band. There is such depth and intelligence, through intricate fine details, that it most certainly need to be stuck on repeat to help process and appreciate every moment. This is massively majestic and leaves a lasting impression and asserts that Karkaos are a band to watch out for.
https://darkartconspiracy.com/2017/05/18/review-karkaos-children-of-the-void/
0 NEWS: Toronto Prog Duo JUPITER HOLLOW Announce Ontario & Quebec Dates; Debut EP ‘Odyssey’ Out Now!
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Montreal, QC – July 12, 2017
For fans of Tool, Rush, A Perfect Circle, Pink Floyd, Tesseract, Karnivool & Rishloo
Toronto Prog Duo JUPITER HOLLOW Announce Ontario & Quebec Show Dates
Debut EP ‘Odyssey’ Out Now!
L-R- Grant MacKenzie (guitar, bass, synth), Kenny Parry (vocals, drums, synth/keys). Photo by Sandra Beatty
Barrie, ON’s ambient progressive metal / rock duo JUPITER HOLLOW will be performing show dates in Ontario and Quebec (dates listed below), which includes this year’s MTL Uncovered, a night exhibition that brings together independent visual artists, fashion designers, hair, makeup, photography, vendors, performance art, culinary art, music and more at Theare Paradoxe in Montreal on August 18th and is open to the public to discover the soul of Montreal’s artistic and cultural scene. Full Details can be found here.
JUPITER HOLLOW released their latest five track concept record earlier this year as a prelude to their planned full length ‘AHDOMN’. The duo was birthed in 2015 and has already mastered the art of bringing their fans on an audio and visual experience. Their sound is usually referred to as spacey, experimental and refreshing, reminding listeners of bands like Tool, Pink Floyd, A Perfect Circle, Tesseract, The Contortionist and Rush. Consisting of two young, passionate and driven Canadian artists, Grant MacKenzie (21) and Kenny Parry (18), the pair performs with a dominating stage presence, while captivating their audiences with their unique sonic journey.
The EP stream www.JupiterHollow.ca plus on Youtube at
The EP available on iTunes, Amazon.
Jupiter Hollow perform ‘Odyssey’ in the National Post music studio
Music Video ‘Deep In Space’
Music Video ‘Hades Heart’
Show Dates:
Jul 20 – The Rockpile – Etobicoke, ON
Aug 2 – Cherry Cola’s – Toronto, ON
Aug 3 – The Foxx Lounge – Barrie, ON
Aug 4 – Ask A Punk – Ottawa, ON
Aug 5 – Mademoiselle Urban RestoBar – Montreal, QC
Aug 18 – Théâtre Paradoxe – Montreal, QC (MTL Uncovered)
1. Deep In Space (5:06)
2. Ascending (2:52)
3. Hades Heart (4:30)
4. Over 50 Years (5:05)
5. Odyssey (5:50)
EP Length: 23.26
EP Length: 23.26
About the duo:
Grant, who plays guitar, bass and synth for the band started his music career 8 ½ years ago at the age of 12, sitting in his basement watching the movie Rock Prophecies. This movie was about legendary rock photographer Robert M. Knight, finding and transforming a young, unknown guitarist from a small town into a worldwide success. Inspired and motivated, Grant spent the next few years honing his guitar skills, writing music, and later learning the business side by attending college for business marketing. At age 20, Grant was invited into the Brotherhood of the Guitar, by founder Robert M. Knight, leading to endorsements with Ernie Ball Music Man and JH Audio.
While Grant was performing with another group at a local battle of the bands, he came across a mesmerizing singer by the name of Kenny Parry (vocalist, drummer and synth for Jupiter Hollow), who was almost performing as if he was possessed on stage, hitting notes that seemed impossible by any guy. Kenny Parry started music at the young age of 2 years old, setting up pots and pans like a drum set and banging away. This led to an obsession with music, and a discovery of his unique talent. In his teenage years, Kenny won himself the title “Best Drummer in Ontario” 3 years in a row. Around this time, Kenny started learning how to sing after being inspired by singers such as Maynard James Keenan, Mike Lessard, Dan Tompkins and Ian Kenny to name a few. Through years of strengthening his vocal abilities in choirs, bands and hours of dedication, Kenny has acquired an articulate vocal range, relentless endurance, and almost shocking performance through his uncontrollable stage presence.
Shortly after meeting, Grant and Kenny knew that their talents combined would create something truly unique, and Jupiter Hollow was born. Since then, the duo effortlessly created music in Kenny’s basement for months on end. The concept grew to be a two-man band, since Grant and Kenny wrote all of the music and wanted to keep it that way. The two musicians use technology to their advantage, allowing them to perform with a dominating stage presence, while captivating their audiences with their unique sonic journey.
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“Without a doubt, Jupiter Hollow are elite musicians. Grant and Kenny know exactly how to captivate an audience with their music. This theory is proven through the artistic journey that is their record, Odyssey. Their music is tasteful. This is one of the few records that I have been able to sit down and listen to the entire record without skipping a single track. You might think progressive music isn’t for everyone but Jupiter Hollow, makes listening to a genre of music that can be classified as challenging to listen to, rather easy. Every song on Odyssey is an emotional journey, musically and lyrically. Let the music take you by the hand and embrace the emotion in its purest form. Listen to Jupiter Hollow. Now. There’s a reason why they’re being noticed. It’s because they love what they do and they’re good at it!” – Alex CrazyAce, Host/Executive Producer of ‘The Rush’ on VIBE105 FM – Interview can be heard here.
“Jupiter Hollow have given the world five songs of progressive brilliance. For such a young duo hailing from Barrie, Ontario they pack a serious punch. They are great musicians and have crafted an amazing voice which touches on a range of progressive cliches but with a twist of more ambient music. Their music shows maturity beyond their age…” – The Independent Voice
“Impossibly young Canadian duo deliver quite a trip. When a prog band emerges with their debut EP and the two people in it are 18 and 21 respectively, you are more than entitled to feel old. When a prog duo emerges with as much talent as Jupiter Hollow you are entitled to feel excited about the future…A band this brimming with ideas will at some point in their careers deliver a masterpiece. This is an incredible start.” – Maximum Volume Music
“New listeners can expect to go on a musical journey when hearing Jupiter Hollow.” – Barrie Advance
“Teen duo Jupiter Hollow deserve props for valuing virtuosity and going against the grain. Rock on!” – Power of Pop
“An adventurous duo that isn’t afraid to experiment with sound as well as influences, which range from Rush to A Perfect Circle to newer Leprous. ” – Lords of Metal
“Jupiter Hollow consists of only two guys; there’s a Grant, and there’s a Kenny. They put all of the music together themselves, and it’s pretty spectacular if you ask me!” – Noah Campbell, Rock 95.7FM (Radio Host)
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0 NEWS: NoCleanSinging Premiere TIDES OF KHARON’s Title Track “Coins Upon Our Eyes” From Upcoming Greek Mythology Themed Debut EP Out July 21st
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Montreal, QC – July 12, 2017
For fans of Kataklysm, Amon Amarth, At The Gates
NoCleanSinging Premiere TIDES OF KHARON’s Title Track “Coins Upon Our Eyes”
From Upcoming Greek Mythology Themed Debut EP Out July 21st
From Upcoming Greek Mythology Themed Debut EP Out July 21st
Few things go together better than melodic death metal and ancient mythology. The debut EP from Edmonton, Alberta’s TIDES OF KHARON, is the latest addition to this perfect combo. Entitled “Coins Upon Our Eyes”, the debut goes hand in hand with the band name, taken from the lore of the boatman on the river Styx who ferries the dead to the underworld, taking the coins left on the eyes of a corpse as his payment. TIDES OF KHARON fully embrace the Greek mythology themes in their songs and their first EP is a culmination of several different tales taking from the ancient pantheon.
Originally started by brothers Cam, Ryan and Justin Rehman in 2014 with a desire to play shows in front of people, TIDES OF KHARON quickly became a fan favorite in the Edmonton music community. The solidification of Gord Alexander on drums and Garrett Nelson on vocals finally cemented the sound the band sought and the production of the EP could begin. Citing inspiration from titans in the genre including Amon Amarth, At the Gates and early In Flames, the band is definitely in the running alongside their Swedish counterparts.
Finally, their debut EP is ready to be unleashed upon the public on July 21st and teaming up with NoCleanSinging.com, the quintet is premiering the title track.
The band comments:
“The EP is the culmination of several years of writing and performing material in an attempt to solidify what we would define as our sound. Lyrically the title track ‘Coins Upon Our Eyes’ is a discussion on existentialism within the setting of Greek mythology, and the indifference of gods that you know are real. The rest of the tracks follow suit with lyrical themes involving, the rape of Medusa, Orpheus’ quest to bring back his dead wife, and an unending battle involving the sons of the god of war, Ares. The EP is just the beginning with several songs already complete and numerous in the works a full length album won’t be far off.”
To hear “Coins Upon Our Eyes”, please visit the following link: http://www.nocleansinging.com/2017/07/12/an-ncs-premiere-tides-of-kharon-coins-upon-our-eyes/
For those in the Edmonton area, TIDES OF KHARON will be hosting a local EP launch show at DV8 (7317 101 AVE) on July 21st where they will be performing all the Greek themed tracks off the new release alongside Train Bigger Monkeys, Breaking the Silent, and Remnants. Doors are at 8pm and advance tickets are $10 available through the bands.
Event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/793423457480531
1. Coins Upon Our Eyes (5:32)
2. The Winter War (6:06)
3. From Medusa’s Throne (5:37)
4. Cerberus in Slumber (4:55)
EP Length: 22:12
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0 EPK – Centuries of Decay – Self-Titled (2017)
Centuries of Decay – Self-Titled (2017)
For fans of Enslaved, Opeth, Gojira, Isis, Strapping Young Lad
Release Date: August 4, 2017
Distribution: CD Baby
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“Centuries Of Decay bring together old styles to create new, exciting sounds on debut…From the lurching behemoth of the aptly titled “Centuries of Decay” all the way through to the grandiose finale of “Demise”, Centuries Of Decay bring familiar sounds together and forge a glorious new path forward.” – Rock and Roll Fables
“Get down with the neck-snapping “Wings of Death.” It’s a Canuck groove-metal gem.” – Dead Rhetoric
“This is not a one-dimensional album that’s easily described. Each song has its own style and flavour, mixing different styles together with well-deserved contempt for genre restrictions and constraints. Centuries of Decay have crafted a modern extreme metal release that effectively combines these different strains of metal into something all of their own.” – Wonderbox Metal
“A concept record regarding the changing times & how life depends on centuries of decay, the ten minute self-titled opening song showcases melodic metal with deep oceans of imagination. Haunting but with a real sense of beauty, the guitar melody alongside a fascinating drum beat is such an appealing sound. A sound that suddenly takes on a darker tone, upping the heaviness & dealing out an absolutely stunning chugging guitar attack. There is no arguing with that start, absolutely mesmerizing.” – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life
“With ferocity that could move mountains metalers Centuries of Decay unleash their eponymous debut album.” – Mind Noise Network
“This is a strong debut for the band and they have laid their vision for their craft nicely.” – Metal-Temple
“Up next was Centuries Of Decay, who gave us some atmospheric death metal. Devin Doucette and Rob McAllister shared guitar and vocal duties. Devin sang lead and handled a chunk of the brutal vocals but they gave a few great harmonized melodic vocals. Their last song had an additive time signature, which is something that really catches my attention as a musician.” – Metal Master Kingdom (Live Review Wacken Metal Battle Canada 2016 – Toronto)
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Album Title: Centuries of Decay
Release Date: August 4, 2017
Track Listing:
Release Date: August 4, 2017
Track Listing:
1. Intro (1:10)
2. Centuries of Decay (9:56)
3. The Architect (4:12)
4. Asylum (5:46)
5. Odyssey (8:50)
6. Wings of Death (4:55)
7. Rise (6:26)
8. Demise (12:18)
Album Length: 53:37
2. Centuries of Decay (9:56)
3. The Architect (4:12)
4. Asylum (5:46)
5. Odyssey (8:50)
6. Wings of Death (4:55)
7. Rise (6:26)
8. Demise (12:18)
Album Length: 53:37
Album Band Line Up:
Devin Doucette (Rhythm Guitar, Main Vocals)
Rob McAllister (Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals)
Derrick Doucette (Drums)
Anthony Zhura (Bass)
Devin Doucette (Rhythm Guitar, Main Vocals)
Rob McAllister (Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals)
Derrick Doucette (Drums)
Anthony Zhura (Bass)
Live Band Line Up:
Devin Doucette (Rhythm Guitar, Main Vocals)
Rob McAllister (Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals)
Derrick Doucette (Drums)
Matt Hems (Bass)
Devin Doucette (Rhythm Guitar, Main Vocals)
Rob McAllister (Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals)
Derrick Doucette (Drums)
Matt Hems (Bass)
Album Credits:
• All songs performed by: Centuries of Decay
• All songs written by: Centuries of Decay
• Produced by: Devin Doucette & Centuries of Decay
• Mixed and Mastered by: Devin Doucette
• Album Artwork by: Raylyn Frances
• Member of SOCAN
• Canadian Content (MAPL)
• All songs performed by: Centuries of Decay
• All songs written by: Centuries of Decay
• Produced by: Devin Doucette & Centuries of Decay
• Mixed and Mastered by: Devin Doucette
• Album Artwork by: Raylyn Frances
• Member of SOCAN
• Canadian Content (MAPL)
Discography:
Centuries of Decay – 2017 – LP
Centuries of Decay – 2017 – LP
Shared Stage with:
Astaroth Incarnate, Vile Driver, Hak-Ed Damm, Dumpster Mummy, Caym, Out of the Ruins, Sludgehammer, Phear, My Hollow, Hive, Imperion, Chainfall, Kazupathary, Bloodless Child
Astaroth Incarnate, Vile Driver, Hak-Ed Damm, Dumpster Mummy, Caym, Out of the Ruins, Sludgehammer, Phear, My Hollow, Hive, Imperion, Chainfall, Kazupathary, Bloodless Child
L to R: Rob McAllister (Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals), Anthony Zhura (Bass), Devin Doucette (Rhythm Guitar, Main Vocals), Derrick Doucette (Drums)
Photo Credit – Brendan Smyth. www.smythphoto.com
We live on the layers of deep time and history, strata of times past; life literally depends on centuries of decay. Now, progressive extreme metal visionaries CENTURIES OF DECAY build on the metal that has come before to create the metal of the future.
Formed in 2013 in Toronto, Ontario, CENTURIES OF DECAY sound is ‘atmospheric, intense, powerful, dynamic, and heavy’.
Drummer Derrick Doucette explains the roots of the band’s name.
“The intention of the name is to paint an image of nature reclaiming the lands and cities and erasing the traces of humanity once people have been removed from the world. This can also be open to interpretation. Some may see Centuries of Decay as being in reference to an extended period of social degradation or the idea of the planet being a barren land void of life entirely. We chose this name because we felt it conveyed a powerful image and atmosphere, which appropriately went hand-in-hand with our musical style.”
That style will be unleashed by the four-piece on their self-titled debut album due out August 4, 2017, which drummer Derrick Doucette is eager for fans to hear.
“I was told recently that someone found our sound very unique and refreshing. That really meant a lot to me and I would love if that opinion was shared by both old and new fans. I find we’ve taken our influences from various sub-genres of extreme metal and turned them into a tasteful blend of compelling, climactic and devastating intensity on these seven tracks.”
Fans can also expect more music in the future.
“We are already looking forward to writing more material and refining our sound more. I’m excited to see how our sound will evolve…Our fans can expect multiple albums as that was the intent from day one!” adds Doucette.
Live, CENTURIES OF DECAY have their own unique approach to performing, they make every set flow together, creating a huge atmosphere and letting the metal speak for itself.
(Bio written by Steve Eearles)
Centuries of Decay is:
Devin Doucette (Rhythm Guitar, Main Vocals)
Derrick Doucette (Drums)
Rob McAllister (Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals)
Matt Hems (Bass) replacing Anthony Zhura (Bass) who is on recording of album
0 NEWS: TheCirclePit Premiere PROTOSEQUENCE’s New Video “Parasitic” + New EP “Biophagous” Out Aug 18th
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Montreal, QC – July 11, 2017
For fans of After The Burial, Rings of Saturn, All Shall Perish, August Burns Red, Born of Osiris
TheCirclePit Premiere PROTOSEQUENCE’s New Video “Parasitic” + New EP “Biophagous” Out Aug 18th
L-R – Jacob Teeple (Bass), Kyle Hunter (Guitar), Joseph McKee (Vocals), Logan Vars (Drums), Dylan Parker (Guitar and Vocals)
Photo Credit: Ryan Wiesner at Trivium Photography
Drawing influence from acts like All Shall Perish, August Burns Red, and The Black Dahlia Murder, PROTOSEQUENCE root their music in technicality while layering emotional, yet gruff vocals weaved into every track. The band transitions seamlessly through djent riffs, grinding drums and groove elements, making their sound versatile and ever-changing. Returning with their new single and video “Parasitic” off their upcoming EP “Biophagous” to follow their 2016 debut “Schizophrene”, the quintet has teamed up with TheCirclePit.com for the exclusive premiere.
“Protosequence is proud to present our new song “Parasitic” off of our sophomore release “Biophagous”. We have spent some time working together to create what we believe to be a current representation of us and our vision thus far. For this track we would like to thank Tylor Dory for his contribution to not only this song, but this album. Thank you all for your love and support. Keep the scene alive and support independent music.” comments guitarist Dylan Parker.
To watch “Parasitic”, please visit the following link: https://www.thecirclepit.com/2017/07/protosequence-parasitic-lyric-video-world-premiere
(Video credit – Nathan Sargent at Sigma Collective (Art/Motion/Audio))
“Biophagous” is due out August 18, 2017 and available for pre-order on the band’s Bandcamp here plus will be available on all major online retailers.
Track Listing:
1. DFL (3:42)
2. Parasitic (4:42)
3. Shepherd (5:02)
4. The Hate Subsides (4:08)
EP Length: 17:35
For more info:
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About:
Protosequence is a reference to the original genome where all life began — much like the band, which existed in principle before they even had a presence. Each of the members were lying in wait to be activated and become the strain that is now Protosequence. Kyle Hunter (guitar) was constantly crafting near-complete songs that were ready to be realized. It did not take long for Kyle and Logan Vars (drums) to finally meet. It seemed as though there were two projects destined to combine into a singular effort to form the final line-up for the band: Logan (drums), Kyle (guitar), Parker (guitar), Joseph McKee (vocals), and Ryan Schaffler (ex-bassist) who is now replaced by Jacob Teeple. Members have a long history in the Edmonton music scene, playing in bands like Anubian and In The Midst Of A Murder since the early 2000s.
The band will be releasing their new EP “Biophagous” on August 18th, 2017 to follow their 2016 debut EP “Schizophrene”.
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“Incorporating elements from deathcore, technical death metal, and, yes, even djent, Protosequence manages to maintain the listener’s interest while developing an identity that is not only unique to Canada, but to the world. ” – It Djents
“Traversing between djent and technical progressive metal” – Somberlane
“This EP is bursting with technical hooks and ripping solos that take more than a few cues from the technical death metal camp. In fact, if we consider a spectrum between these genres, I would say that Schizophrene falls closer to groups like The Zenith Passage than Whitechapel. Also, mad props for the seemless shifts between melodic and harsh riffs while maintaining aggression in the vocals.” – Metal Trenches (EP Review Schizophrene)
“Musically speaking, they share as much in common with Periphery as they do with Lost Soul. While there will be some who are turned off by the noise gates and the disparity of the chunky lows and the sharp highs, I think it’s one of the band’s biggest strengths. It represents the merging of two very technical subgenres and presents each of them in the context of the other. It’s kind of a hard thing to explain without listening; check out “Guardian” and follow it up with “Darkness Weeps” for the best illustration of this dichotomy.” – Toilet ov Hell (EP Review Schizophrene)
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0 Broken Neck Radio – Armstrong Metalfest 2017 Lineup SPOTLIGHT – Gladius Sky
0 World Of Metal Magazine #6 – Out Now! / Já disponível w/ reviews on Divinity, Woodhawk, Sigil, Sludgehammer, Trigon
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0 NEWS: Band Submissions Now Open For CEMR METALFEST 2018 Edition – May 4th – 6th – Edmonton @ The Forge
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Montreal, QC – Jul 11, 2017
Band Submissions Now Open For CEMR METALFEST 2018 Edition
CEMR MetalFest presented by Canada’s Extreme Metal Radio is now taking band applications to participate in their 2018 edition being held from May 4th to 6th at The Forge in Edmonton, AB. For the last two years, CEMR MetalFest has been hosting and showcasing some of Western Canada’s most talked about underground and independent metal bands such as Planet Eater, Display of Decay, Terrifier, WMD, Train Bugger Monkeys, Anarcheon, Van Halst and Vile Insignia to name a few.
Festival organizer and Canada’s Extreme Metal Radio station owner Chris Coutts comments:
“CEMR was developed on the idea of supporting Canadian metal and we have been doing so via our online station, that being said, organizing a fest to showcase bands that should be on people’s radar seem perfectly fitting.”
Bands interested in performing at the 2018 CEMR MetalFest, please visit the following link:
(Please note submissions close on October 7th at 11:59pm MT)
https://www.cemrmetalfest.rocks/bandsubmits
For more info:
http://www.cemr.ca/cemr-metalfest.html
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