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0 Streaming Now! VORTEX Cruises Through Cosmic Horror w/ Orchestral Blackened Death EP “Alien Realms” + Eastern Canada Tour w/ France’s XAON (QC/NB/ON)

April 10, 2025
by Asher
· Music News · Vortex

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – April 10, 2025

Streaming Now! VORTEX Cruises Through Cosmic Horror w/ Orchestral Blackened Death EP “Alien Realms”

+ Eastern Canada Tour w/ France’s XAON (QC/NB/ON)

L-R – Simon Desjardins (Bass), Mathieu Duguay (Guitars, Orchestrations), Alexandre Labrie (Vocals), Dany Lévesque (Guitars), Olivier Harrisson (Drums)
Photo Credit – Giuseppe Calvinisti

Rimouski, Quebec’s Vortex, has their highly anticipated concept EP, “Alien Realms,” being unleashed on April 11th, and before it officially drops, they have teamed up with Decibel Magazine for its full stream premiere HERE.

“Alien Realms” is a four-track journey through cosmic horror and discovery that showcases the band at their most refined, combining massive orchestral elements with soaring epic melodies and relentless, aggressive riffing. Keeping with the style present in the previous two records, this orchestral blackened death tells a wicked tale of humanity venturing into space in search of intelligent life. The band comments on the record:

“This is a Blackened Death EP that blends massive orchestral elements, soaring epic melodies, and relentless, aggressive riffing. On this new EP, we doubled down on what worked best in our previous album, ‘The Future Remains in Oblivion.’ If you’re into massive orchestras and melodies blended with aggressive riffs and Blackened Death vocals, then ‘Alien Realms’ is for you.”

The EP features a carefully crafted sequence of tracks: “When Humans Defy the Void”, “Haunting the Abyss”, “Ripping The Threads Of Reality”, and “Where Wonders Dwell”. Each song serves as a chapter in the band’s exploration of humanity’s search for intelligent life among the stars.

The band approached this EP with a clear vision; the music and lyrics work together to build intensity and emotion as the story unfolds. It represents the next evolution in Vortex‘s sound, building upon the foundation laid by their previous releases while pushing into new territorial extremes. The EP seamlessly blends the band’s technical death metal roots with expanded orchestral elements and black metal influences, creating their most ambitious and fully realized work to date. It is recommended for fans of Fleshgod Apocalypse, Dimmu Borgir, and Cradle of Filth.

Fans in Eastern Canada will also have a chance to see Vortex live. They will be touring with France’s XAON in April (dates listed below) and then Europe in the fall.

Music Video “Haunting the Abyss” (directed by Chris Kells (The Agonist)) – https://youtu.be/bxIiP9VVWSQ

Due out on April 11, 2025, “Alien Realms” is available for pre-order at https://vortexband.bandcamp.com

Track Listing:
1. When Humans Defy the Void – 5:03
2. Haunting the Abyss – 5:26
3. Ripping the threads of Reality – 4:10
4. Where Wonders Dwell – 3:00
EP Length: 17:40

Symphony For The Dead Tour – Vortex + XAON (QC, ON, NB)
April 15 – Montreal, QC – Le Petit Campus ***
April 16 – Edmundston, NB – Ateepic *
April 17 – Saint John, NB – Haven Music Hall and Cafe *
April 18 – Moncton, NB – Xeroz *
April 19 – Rimouski, QC – Coop Le Paradis *
April 22 – Ottawa, ON – The Rainbow
April 23 – Drummondville, QC – La Ste-Paix ****
April 24 – Quebec City, QC – L’Anti ****
April 25 – Saguenay, QC – Microbrasserie Port-Alfred
April 26 – Trois-Rivieres, QC – L’Entite **

* Omnivide
** Strigampire
*** Ulfhednar
**** Burning Attic

Vortex is:
Simon Desjardins (Bass)
Mathieu Duguay (Guitars, Orchestrations)
Alexandre Labrie (Vocals)
Dany Lévesque (Guitars)
Olivier Harrisson (Drums)

For more info (Official Website, Socials, Videos, Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music): https://linktr.ee/vortexband

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“There is not one weak song on the EP. The songs are well crafted and mastered by hugely talented musicians. For me the perfect 10. Can’t wait to see the songs performed live.” – Project Metal Music

“When Humans Defy The Void is, like its creators Vortex, unique, and unlike anything else you have ever heard. It is everything you think it would be, but cranked up to eleven and with more twists and turns than a Raymond Chandler novel, and if this is just a taster of what Alien Realms has to offer, then I can’t wait to be abducted on April 11th.” – Black Metal Archive

“No need to fuck around with this one folks; I loved Alien Realms from the first intense beats of “When Humans Defy the Void” to the fading notes of the haunting “Where Wonders Dwell”. Vortex’sAlien Realms pulls you in with its unpredictable symphonic blackened melodic death metal that blends elements of bands like Mechina, Fleshgod Apocalypse and Behemoth with the likes of Dimmu Borgir, Graveworm and Hermh. Needless to say, this is a DENSE little EP full of some unique metal.” – The Poser’s Graveyard

Canadian College Radio Charts – August 2023 – top 20 loud – #14 Vortex (earshot)

“#8 on Top 10 Quebec Band 2023 Albums – The Future Remains In Oblivion delivers a solid punch with their intense and well-felt symphonic death metal and, with a quality product like this, they have nothing to envy of the big names in the genre.” – Thorium Mag

“The Future Remains in Oblivion is the collision zone between powdered wig classical and battle jacketed death metal that should hold appeal for fans of Fleshgod Apocalypse, Septicflesh and those who like their Suffocation mixed with Dimmu Borgir.” – Decibel Magazine

“The song’s (The Walls) multi-faceted nature is further revealed in harrowing and haughty growls, jolting chords, and fiery sunbursts of sound, as well as through a swirling melodic guitar solo that spectacularly sends the song into the stratosphere. The song’s finale is itself a full-power spectacle that really gets the adrenaline surging.” – No Clean Singing

“If there’s anything that Vortex nails, it’s drama. Album highlight and banger track “First Blood” is simply massive” – Angry Metal Guy

“For some music is pure escapism but does that still hold true when bands like Canadian Melodic Death Metal monster Vortex whisk the would be listener into a bleak world that is recovering from a devastating cataclysm? Scenes of war and survival are punctuated with harrowing strings, technical riffs, and guttural and Black Metal inspired vocals as the band weave cinematic stories and orchestral touches into their third concept album “The Future Remains In Oblivion”” – Metal Noise

“the title-track The Future Remains In Oblivion, a song that will blow your mind with its insane wall of sounds, background orchestrations, epic passages, striking riffs and solos, and visceral yet intricate drums, resulting in one of the most breathtaking moments of the entire album.” – The Headbanging Moose

“An excellent group that you must discover because of the intensity they are able to show” – Ondes Chocs

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0 Exitus Stratagem Records – AUTUMN LIES BURIED Unleashes New Video “Debt Of Silence” Off EP “Mob Mentality” Out June 2025 + HELLHOWLER TOUR w/ Casket Robbery

April 10, 2025
by Asher
· Autumn Lies Buried (Exitus Stratagem Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – April 10, 2025

AUTUMN LIES BURIED Unleashes New Video / Single “Debt Of Silence”

New EP “Mob Mentality” Out June 2025 via Exitus Stratagem Records

+ THE HELLHOWLER TOUR (NC/GA/FL/TN/IN) w/ Casket Robbery, My Own Will, Nicolas Cage Fighter

L-R – Perry Jones – Guitar, Cole Hill – Drums, Kaelin Wilkins – Vocals, Cane Potter – Guitar, Marcus Nettles – Bass

Photographer Credit – Cody Petty

Extreme metal outfit Autumn Lies Buried is unleashing its blistering new single “Debt of Silence,” accompanied by a music video. The track serves as the first glimpse into the band’s upcoming EP “Mob Mentality,” scheduled for release on June 6th, 2025, via Exitus Stratagem Records. “Debt of Silence” delivers the band’s signature combination of breakneck energy, socially conscious lyrics, and unrelenting heaviness that fans have come to expect. Vocalist Kaelin Wilkins comments:

“Given the current political climate of the US, I felt it necessary to write about silencing a lot of them. I felt like America just needs a hard reset, and it starts by not giving these fascists in free-world clothing the clout they have. They owe us a debt of silence. A ritual dismemberment of corrupt leadership. Cutting of the tongue is symbolic as well as literal.”

Autumn Lies Buried continues to evolve their sound, which draws from a diverse palette of influences including slam, mathcore, hardcore, hip hop, and deathcore. The result is what the band describes as “a beating with a cinder block’ that creates a cathartic experience for listeners.”

This release marks the beginning of an exciting summer for Autumn Lies Buried, with another single planned for May and the full EP release coinciding with the kickoff of their Hell Howler Tour alongside Casket Robbery, My Own Will and Australia’s Nicolas Cage Fighter on June 6th. They are recommended for fans of Whitechapel, Suicide Silence, and Tech n9ne.

Watch and listen to “Debt of Silence” via its music video premiere on The Circle Pit – https://youtu.be/pe7P2jiNHKg

Digital Single pre-save – https://hypeddit.com/autumnliesburied/debtofsilence

EP pre-save – https://hypeddit.com/autumnliesburied/mobmentality

Hellhowler Tour – Casket Robbery, Autumn Lies Buried, My Own Will, Nicolas Cage Fighter

#Autumn Lies Buried Not Appearing | + My Own will Not Appearing

5/29 – West Chicago, IL – WC Social Club #
5/30 – Hamtramck, MI – Sanctuary #
5/31 – Battle Creek, MI – The Music Factory #
6/1 – Cleveland, OH – The Foundry #
6/3 – Pittsburgh, PA – The Smiling Moose #
6/4 – Clifton, NJ – Dingbatz #
6/5 – Salisbury, MD – Lurking Class Skate Shop #
6/6 – Gastonia, NC – The Rooster +
6/7 – Wilmington, NC – The Eagles Dare +
6/8 – Duluth, GA – Sweetwater Bar +
6/10 – Winter Park, FL – Conduit +
6/11 – Miami, FL – Bar Nancy +
6/12 – Tampa, FL – The Orpheum +
6/13 – Pensacola, FL – Handlebar +
6/14 – Clarksville, TN – The Revel House +
6/15 – Hobart, IN – Hobart Art Theatre +

More info: Facebook.com/autumnliesburied | Instagram.com/autumn.lies.buried

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0 RED CAIN Drops New Single “FWAB” (Fire, Water, Air, Blood) Ahead of Hyperspace Metal Fest Performance!

April 9, 2025
by Asher
· Music News · Red Cain

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Montreal, QC – April 9, 2025

RED CAIN Drops New Single “FWAB” (Fire, Water, Air, Blood) Ahead of Hyperspace Metal Fest Performance!

L-R: Samuel Ridout, Evgeniy Zayarny, Taylor Gibson, Oman Tribuzy

Photo Credit: Red Cain

Set to perform at this year’s Hyperspace Metal Festival in Vancouver, BC on April 10th, power prog storytellers RED CAIN are unveiling their new single “FWAB” (Fire Water, Air, Blood). With its heavy balalaika breakdown, downtuned heavy riffs, and soaring harmonized choruses among atmospheric industrial synth backing, “FWAB” hits hard and never lets go – a primeval ritual chant in front of cold stone, on a frozen steppe, among howling winds.

The band explains the story of the track in further detail:

“In the frozen Eastern European steppes, there stood a fell ancient god. Every ill word fed him, and every ill deed made him more potent. For millennia, he grew strong through kingship over mortal ill will, suffering, and pride, until his nourishment took a new form, unable to feed or strengthen. Without nourishment, the god was powerless, and without power, he slept. After millennia, fed full by ill words and ill deeds, searching for an awakening, the god demands the symbols of his power: Fire, Water, Air, Blood. Join the ritual sacrament of Chernobog. With this new release, the Slavic pagan ritual to call forth the “Black God” takes flight, asking the listener what they would be willing to change their fate.”

Listen to “FWAB” (Fire Water, Air, Blood):

YouTube – https://youtu.be/3PcRrHlSU_I

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/42fdexS

Red Cain will be performing on night one of this year’s Hyperspace Metal Festival in Vancouver, BC, on April 10th at The Cobalt alongside Glyph, Tower Hill, Serpent Rider, and Crüzer. Full details on the Hyperspace Metal Festival being held from April 10th to 12th can be found at https://www.facebook.com/HyperspaceMetalFestival

Red Cain, from Calgary, Canada, is a modern progressive metal project with Eastern European roots. They have been making waves since their first release in 2016, with award-winning music videos and concept albums “Kindred: Act I”, “Kindred: Act II,” and “NÄE’BLISS”. The albums contained a ton of genre inspirations, from gothic rock to ambient electronica, power, black, and death metal, and were universally lauded for their inventiveness, variety, and strong conceptual content. They continue this momentum with forthcoming releases.

Red Cain is:
Evgeniy Zayarny – Vocals
Samuel Ridout – Guitar
Oman Costa – Guitar
Taylor Gibson – Drums

For more info: Redcain.ca | Facebook.com/redcainofficial | Instagram.com/redcainarmy

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“NAE’ BLISS is a fine example of world-class Metal. With every album they grow in statue and status they can stand shoulder to shoulder with the titans of the genre.” – Metal-Rules (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

“Red Cain continue their evolutionary path with NÄ̈E’BLISS, taking us all on a fantastic and metallic journey that will surely help them carve their name even deeper into the metal scene worldwide.” – The Headbanging Moose (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

“they come up with elements of melodeath, symphonic-, prog- and powermetal, melted together by the expressive vocal performance of singer Evgeniy Zayarny, who convinces with his full tone and an impressive range… “Näe’bliss” is well written, varied and dynamic, telling the stories about a common “good” against an “evil” antagonist in a great way.” – The Prog Space (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

“What a masterpiece! In my last review, I gave my first 10/10 and called it my album of the year. That place has already been overtaken.” – Musipedia of Metal (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

“Canadians Red Cain took on the mammoth task of turning Robert Jordan’s works of the Wheel of Time series into an album… Needless to say the Power Prog band delivers an ambitious album filled with twists and turns that will keep you on your toes!” – Belgian Jasper (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

“Red Cain has made by far the best Wheel Of Time-related piece of art that I’ve seen or heard since before November 18, 2021. Sour grapes aside, this is some energetic power metal worthy of the source material.” – Metal Utopia (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

“Red Cain combine with clean singing and growling vocals on opener “Fisher King.” Much of Nae Bliss has a fresh modern sound (“Blight” and the gothic “The Great Hunt”) and some modern groove (“Sightblinder”)… The modern metal here reminds me of Iced Earth and Nevermore which has some excellent clean vocals. ” – Transcending the Mundane (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

“this is an album to explore if you tend to enjoy a more theatrical and bombastic variety of progressive metal.” – Progressor (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

“If you’re into the symphonic side of metal, then this is a must have album.” – Smorg Magazine (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

“As such Red Cain uses Näe’bliss to showcase the slickest noodling and power grooving of their career… Red Cain hasn’t yet made an album for the ages in this modern expression of classic prog/power exuberance, but each record thus far has swung for the fences and landed in good graces—stop sitting around and spin some Red Cain!” – Angry Metal Guy (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

“you’ll still feel the mighty pull of Power Metal all over the record. But the progressive parts now start to encroach on soundscapes bands like Haken or Caligula’s Horse3) usually usurp. And that leaves us with an uncannily savvy power prog mix with an unholy urge for unusual extreme metal undercurrents on full display. And that led – yet again – to overheated turntables over at the RMR office tower. Red Cain are back and in full swing yet again, feisty as ever. And as well they should be. So, where’s that bookshop? Robert Jordan’s fantasy lore’s beckoning us.” – Rock Music Raider (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

“With Näe’bliss, Red Cain has created their own progressive metal epic fantasy that is fuelled with blast beats, howling guitars, wailing vocals, and rumbling bass. The intricate lyrics tell their own tales and have captured the essence of the adversaries and nemesis of the story. Perhaps for me, storyline aside, is the wonderful vocal dynamic between Evgeniy Zayarny and Kalie Yan and how they play off each other in a beautiful tit for tat of clean versus harsh and singing versus operatic as if they were the protagonist and antagonist. Let the chaos reign supreme, crank Näe’bliss to 11.” – Amplify The Noise (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)

““Fisher King,” is a monstrous opening, a song that tempts the deliverance and brings the power of brilliance and chaos of the whirlwind…. “Fires of Heaven,” is bombastic, powerful, enchanting and downright haunting. A song that smashes through everything.” – The Median Man (2023 – NÄE’BLISS)
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0 Thank You Canadian MDs and DJs for the airplay love! \m/\m/ For the Week Ending: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 | 92.5 FM CFBX “the X” – Kamloops – Loud #10 SweetBeast | CFRU 93.3 FM – Guelph – Loud #7 UTILITY PROVIDER, #8 The Wring | CJSW Radio 90.9 FM – Calgary – Loud #8 Derev, #10 Frogg | Smithers Community Radio CICK 93.9 – Smithers – Top 30 #13 CHÜZO (single), #23 CHÜZO (EP)

April 9, 2025
by Asher
· CHUZO · Derev · FROGG · SweetBeast · The Wring · Utility Provider

Thank You Canadian MDs and DJs for the airplay love! \m/\m/
For the Week Ending: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
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92.5 FM CFBX “the X” – Kamloops – Loud
#10 SweetBeast
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cfbx.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2025-04-08
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CFRU 93.3 FM – Guelph – Loud
#7 UTILITY PROVIDER, #8 The Wring
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cfru.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2025-04-08
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CJSW Radio 90.9 FM – Calgary – Loud
#8 Derev, #10 FroggBand
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjsw.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2025-04-08
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Smithers Community Radio CICK 93.9 – Smithers – Top 30
#13 CHÜZO (single), #23 CHÜZO (EP)
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cick.cfm?dWeekOfID=2025-04-08

0 Rockshots Records – LAY OF THE AUTUMN New Video “Lost In Your Eyes” Off Latest Album “Of Love And Sorrow”

April 9, 2025
by Asher
· Lay of The Autumn (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – April 9, 2025

LAY OF THE AUTUMN New Video “Lost In Your Eyes”

New Album “Of Love And Sorrow” Out Now! via Rockshots Records

Rockshots Records and Lay Of The Autumn proudly present the official music video for “Lost In Your Eyes,” one of the most successful songs from the band’s debut album, Of Love And Sorrow, which was released on October 25th, 2024.

“Lost In Your Eyes” combines orchestral and symphonic power metal elements to create an energetic yet emotional sound. Fast solos, dynamic arrangements, and ERIA’s expressive vocals bring the song to life and capture the feeling of being completely lost in someone’s gaze.

The video visually amplifies the emotional weight of the track with evocative imagery that mirrors the wonder, vulnerability, and intensity expressed in the music. With their distinctive aesthetic, Lay Of The Autumn offers a powerful visual counterpart to one of their most resonant songs.

Following the release of other standout tracks such as “Thrown Away”, this new video confirms the band’s strength in pairing emotional storytelling with grandiose metal arrangements. Their debut album, Of Love And Sorrow, features 10 tracks blending Power Metal, Symphonic Metal, Melodic Death Metal, and cinematic influences mixed and mastered by Ettore Rigotti (Disarmonia Mundi) at The Metal House Studios, ensuring a rich, powerful, and polished sound.

With “Lost In Your Eyes”, Lay Of The Autumn continue to explore the emotional core of their music creating a journey that resonates deeply with fans of Nightwish, Sonata Arctica and Stratovarius.

Watch the official video now and experience one of the most moving tracks from “Of Love And Sorrow”!

LISTEN: http://lnk.to/8qpvcB

VIDEO: https://youtu.be/2mht-__lttc

Digital Album / CD – https://lnk.to/jR59oz

Track Listing:
1 – When It Rains – 2:27
2 – Flowing Tears – 5:52
3 – Lost In Your Eyes – 5:51
4 – After All This Time? Always – 5:44
5 – Thrown Away – 5:53
6 – Undergo Deconstruction – 5:55
7 – Love You To Death – 6:20
8 – Si Sta Come D’Autunno Sugli Alberi Le Foglie – 5:02
9 – Of Love And Sorrow – 5:59
10 – Who Is To Blame – 5:39

Lay Of The Autumn are:

Main Singer: Iryna Eria Boyarkina – ERIA
Growl Singer: Andrea Gambaro
Keyboards/Composition: Davide Scuteri Music
Guitar: Davide Lovecchio
Bass: Cesare Ferrari
Drums: Michele Olmi
Mix and Mastering: Ettore Rigotti at The Metal House
Music Label: Rockshots Records
Moviemaker: Moviedel Productions
Photos: Flarescape
Cover artwork: ProgArt Media – Artwork by Mattias Norén
Jewel Designer: helenaromanova

More info:
Rockshots.eu
https://www.facebook.com/layoftheautumnofficial
https://www.instagram.com/layoftheautumnband

YouTube: eria_singer_official
Instagram: anyri_mysterya
Facebook: / eriaofficial
Telegram: https://t.me/joinchat/rpJiGB9IyBo2YzVi
TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM83t243B/

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

April 9, 2025
by Asher
· Music News · Ophiolatry

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Montreal, QC – April 9, 2025

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

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

Photography: Kevin Eisenlord, Anderson Hildebrando

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

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

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

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

Teaser – https://youtu.be/md11q5o044c

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Hailing from Brazil comes Ophiolatry, a three-piece powerhouse of a brutal death metal band whose bread-and-butter sound comprises blistering drumming and technical guitar lines set against a suffocating and claustrophobic sonic backdrop.” TheMetalForge

“Ophiolatry will reward the open-minded metal head with an inflection of national culture, post-modernism and, of course, stunningly brutal death metal.” – Sputink Music

“…Relentless blastbeats and truly brutal guitar work that have the ability to pummel the listener into a fine powder.” – Scene Point Blank

“[…] similar technical versatile approach on Death Metal as defined by KRISIUN but where the latter still have a disappointing song writing quality OPHIOLATRY have more feel, more structure and variation.” – Voices from the Dark Side

“[…] you’ve got yourself another nice brutal death metal band, comparable with (older work of) for example the Brazilian bands Krisiun, Mental Horror and Nephasth, as well as North American’s Monstrosity and Vital Remains – who came up in my mind because of the guitar virtuosity.” – Metal Rage

“A Lendária banda de Brutal Death Metal Ophiolatry está de volta as atividades.” – Brazil Legion Nekrounderground

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

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

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Montreal, QC – April 8, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4jiicRn

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Montreal, QC – April 7, 2025

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

April 10th – 12th – Vancouver

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Thursday, April 10th – The Cobalt
Glyph
Tower Hill
Red Cain
Serpent Rider
Crüzer

Friday, April 11th – The Cobalt
Greyhawk
Lunar
Solarus
Tylor Dory Trio
The Astral Prophets

Saturday, April 12th – The Rickshaw Theatre
Enforcer
Psychostick
Crimson Shadows
AfterTime
Luminator

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

Festival Press Materials Dropbox HERE.

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

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

April 4, 2025
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· Deadwood · Music News

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Montreal, QC – April 4, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/41ZoUpS

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

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

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

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

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

EPK – Deadwood – Heretic (2025) (single)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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BAND STORY ANGLES / FUN FACTS:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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