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0 NEWS: Vancouver’s CRNKSHFT Announce New Self-Titled EP, Feb 2nd Show Date w/ Lordi; Streaming Tracks ‘Systematic’ and ‘Old Habits’

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – February 1, 2017

For fans of Five Finger Death Punch, Alter Bridge, Shinedown, Breaking Benjamin

Vancouver’s CRNKSHFT Announce New Self-Titled EP, Feb 2nd Show Date w/ Lordi

Streaming Tracks ‘Systematic’ and ‘Old Habits’

L-R: Trevor “Tre” Miles – Bass | Josh Lauze – Drums | Shane “Shanr” Jolie – Vocals | Sebastien “Sea Bass” Mark Pulse – Guitar | Geoff “Gway” Way – Guitar
Photo Credit – Alex Barredo

Vancouver, BC’s CRNKSHFT announce they will be unleashing their new self-titled EP produced by Daren Grahn (Metallica, Hedley, Motley Crue, Bon Jovi) on March 24, 2017 to follow their 2015 debut ‘Hard Fucking Rock’. Since the band’s formation in 2015, CRNKSHFT’s engine has been firing on all cylinders setting their scene ablaze with their explosive, drop tune aggression with melody at its core.Influenced by bands like Alice In Chains, Five Finger Death Punch, Pantera and Godsmack, CRNKSHFT have carved out a sound in the vein of Shinedown, Breaking Benjamin, Alter Bridge plus Black Stone Cherry and are ready to shift gear to full speed.

The wrecking crew comments on the forthcoming EP:

“Our new EP is a beast; we are really excited to showcase our melodic side. The four songs should touch a wide demographic of fans, which is what we want. We aren’t looking to be defined as just a heavy metal band, but as a hard knocking punch to get anyone going. We’re accepted by all those who listen to metal and rock. The whole idea of CRNKSHFT’s music is that we’ll be enjoyed by fans across a variety of genres.”

The EP’s first single ‘Systematic’ has already won ‘Best Metal Song’ by the Academia Awards Academy in Los Angeles, demonstrating that CRNKSHFT’s punishing high octane sound is ready to win over the masses.Listen to ‘Systematic’ at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8nMR5NEi90

plus their second single ‘Old Habits’ at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5f10TV3GVDA

When it comes to lyrics, vocalist Shane Jolie explains:

“This EP is pseudo political, but also has songs about heartache and emotions, it’s not a story from start to finish, and each song has its own message. It’s an EP to show the world who we are and what we’re all about. My writing is dark, ideas came from depression and anger, sometimes when I’m happy, but mostly not and it’s still very true to this day. I want people to take whatever they can from the listening experience of our new EP. Music always helped me out of my funks and I want CRNKSHFT to do the same. Let it be accessible to all people and all feelings.”

CRNKSHFT prides itself on writing raw, emotional music and when they perform with zero fucks given, what you see is what you get…a leave it all on stage attitude that gets fans fists pumping, head banging and singing along to the band’s anthemic melodies. The band has already been tapped as local support for such touring bands as Prong, Grim Reaper, and The Veer Union.

“We’re not a band that’s going to give you stage props and fake blood and shit, we’re going to give you an emotional rollercoaster, it’s not just straight metal or straight rock its a mixer of everything in between, the songs have tonnes of dynamic, and we push for people to get caught up in it.”

Their next show date will be opening for Finnish metallers LORDI’s first North American tour stop on February 2nd at the Rickshaw Theatre in Vancouver, BC. Full details can found here.

There is no stopping the CRNKSHFT freight train. Mark it down on your calendar; their self-titled EP will be available on iTunes, Bandcamp, CD Baby, Spotify and all major online retailers as of March 24, 2017.

Show Dates:
Feb 1 – Rickshaw Theatre – Vancouver, BC w/ Lordi, Saints of Death
March 25 – Hindenburg – Vancouver, BC

1. Systematic (3:28)

2. Tears Me Apart (4:17)

3. Old Habits (4:34)

4. Breaking The Silence (3:49)

EP Length: 16:10

For more info:
http://www.crnkshft.com
http://www.facebook.com/crnkshft
https://twitter.com/crnkshftband
EPK – https://ashermediarelations.com/2017/02/01/epk-crnkshft-self-titled-ep-2017/

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“Wow wow WOW!!!!!!! This is amazing!!!! What a great track! I’m just listening, and this track just ripped my FACE OFF!!! I’m totally interested in being involved in your project in any way I can. ” - Sylvia Massy (Tool, System of a Down, Johnny Cash, Prince, Smashing Pumpkins, Green Day, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Sevendust and Tom Petty) - about the Single « Systematic »

“You Guys are the first real band I have seen in three years, when you came on stage I was like, F*** ya, you guys are a band”… When I approach a label they ask me are these guys stars, I’m going to tell them these guys are stars” - Tommy Mac (Bass Player for Hedley/BigFatScratch/Flybanger/Everything After)

“Like an ominous storm in the distance that’s slowly moving towards you, Crnkshft’s music hits you with such strong dynamics and power that it will knock the breath right out of you.” ‐ Darren Grahn (Producer – Metallica, Hedley, Bon Jovi, Motley Crue)

“I have always said I wish I had “one of those tracks” under my belt. You know, the track that you could play for really anybody; a kid, a peer, a heavy musician, a producer, someone whom you’d like to impress for whatever reason, anybody… that is the track for me. Great writing, tons of energy, unapologetic, dynamics, intent, world class production, all parts are so strong, title and guitar hook so memorable.” ‐ Tony Ferraro (drummer for Trooper, Fear Zero,) - about the Single « Systematic »

“Great band ! Sounds pretty heavy. Intro riff is killer ! “ ‐ Cory Churko (guitar player for kelly Clarkson, Shania Twain) about the Single « Systematic »

“Having worked with the band for a few years, I’m always impressed by the bands power and song writing. Definitely one of Vancouver’s more proficient writing teams. The guys know how to get a crowd excited.” ‐ Kevin Schallie (Event Manager -‐ Rednyne Productions & The Live Agency)
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0 EPK – CRNKSHFT – Self-Titled EP – 2017

CRNKSHFT – Self-Titled EP – 2017

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Release Date: March 24, 2017

For fans of Five Finger Death Punch, Alter Bridge, Shinedown, Breaking Benjamin, Avenged Sevenfold, Three Days Grace

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“For those that like their music fast and powerful, this is the appetizer for you. It’s all kinds of mad power…an epic little album from a band that is close to conquering the universe or at the very least, close to setting it aflame.” – 925 Rebellion

Opener “Systematic” will testify to this with punchy and growling riffs and equally growling vocals. which somewhat draw you in and immediately your foots a tapping and your head is banging, as the air guitar sits proudly on your lap as you “Systematic” scream and roar to the vocals, which if you listen closer also have a story to tell.” – We Rock Webzine

“Oh yeah, this is like the music that appears in my dreams; along with a lot of other genres, however, this raucous, heavy, bone-shaking madness is top of the list and first track “Systematic” just does the trick! It wraps its harsh melodies around your head never mind your ears and weaves its own turmoil. It’s catchy and solid and to be honest a track that should carry a warning of being very addictive as your fingers reach for the replay button yet again, to bask in its extreme pleasure bound twists that lock into your head and won’t leave you alone for a second…For an EP this has four very powerful tracks attached to it and demands your attention; Do yourself a favour and listen!” – Ram Zine

“Their sound gets the feet tapping, the head banging and it is easy to sing along to the choruses.” – Sentinel Daily

“CRNKSHFT’s forthcoming release sells me on the group’s ultimate potential. I look forward to hearing what else this Canadian band can do.” – Heavy Metal Time Machine

“Stomping drop tuned leads, soaring vocals and hard-charging grooves litter the lead single, a formula that pays off in spades on the riff-tacular “Tears Me Apart”” – Get Exposed Music

“these guys have a running start to the hard rock scene, and if their message and sound stays in their current vein, there’s no denying that this band will put a crankshaft kick-start to this year’s list of burgeoning, fantastic new artists” – Shockwave Mag

“We surely have a soft spot for things carrying real punch and that is exactly what the new self-titled EP from Canadian outfit CRNKSHFT has in sound and presence. The four track offering is an imposing roar of hungry and varied metal but equally shows a blaze of hard and melodic rock n’ roll, a trait even more compelling in the successor to their previous well-received debut EP helping stir up a very healthy appetite for the band’s fierce and rousing attack.” – The RingMaster Review

“the four tracks are full of grunge influences and a killer metal delirium that will capture your heart ,and ignite your mind. “Systematic” kicks the release off in fine style ,with its bludgeoning , punishing riffs its easy to see why this was the band’s first single, the lead guitars strings are flayed as the guys will have you banging your head and bouncing around the room this is a stylistic killer opener.” – The Metal Meltdown

“Though the album is short, I found myself repeating it numerous times and jamming out each time. I highly recommend it if you’re a fan of punk, metal, hardcore or any heavy genre. There is a bit for everyone in it. I guarantee you will be screaming, drumming and playing your air guitar to it. The guys are not going to be stopping anytime soon.” – Canadian Beats

“Now these guys have got real talent – never over blown & rich, rich enough for the listener to fully immerse themselves in the absolute luxuriousness of the vocals/music! … This is truly great stuff!” – Wayout Radio

“CRNKSHFT is an incredible band with an amazing sound. This talented machine wrote and performed on the entire EP! Songs like “Breaking the Silence” not only puts this EP above the radar, it qualifies these song men to take the reins of a musical genre into their own hands. I’m giving CRNKSHFT’s new EP five out of five stars!” – Warlock Asylum

“This concise, compact and charismatic EP brings the fire immediately as it channels the essence of Hard Rock into CRNKSHFT’s opening song, “Systematic”…a marvelous release which excels in many areas including drive, determination, dominance and general brilliance. CRNKSHFT will surely prove to be a valuable name for Rock in the future if they can advance on the progress made by this EP.” – AC Rock Reviews

“Wow wow WOW!!!!!!! This is amazing!!!! What a great track! I’m just listening, and this track just ripped my FACE OFF!!! I’m totally interested in being involved in your project in any way I can.” – Sylvia Massy (Tool, System of a Down, Johnny Cash, Prince, Smashing Pumpkins, Green Day, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Sevendust and Tom Petty) about the Single « Systematic

“You Guys are the first real band I have seen in three years, when you came on stage I was like, F*** ya, you guys are a band; When I approach a label they as me are these guys stars, I’;m going to tell them these guys are stars” – Tommy Mac (Bass Player for Hedley/BigFatScratch/Flybanger/Everything After)

“Like an ominous storm in the distance that’s slowly moving towards you, Crnkshft’s music hits you with such strong dynamics and power that it will knock the breath right out of you” ‐Darren Grahn (Producer; Metallica, Hedley, Bon Jovi, Motley Crue)

“I have always said I wish I had one of those tracks under my belt. You know, the track that you could play for really anybody; a kid, a peer, a heavy musician, a producer, someone whom you’d like to impress for whatever reason, anybody; that is the track for me. Great writing, tons of energy, unapologetic, dynamics, intent, world class production, all parts are so strong, title and guitar hook so memorable.” ‐ Tony Ferraro (drummer for Trooper, Fear Zero,) – about the Single Systematic

“Great band ! Sounds pretty heavy. Intro riff is killer !” ‐ Cory Churko (guitar player for kelly Clarkson, Shania Twain) about the Single Systematic

“Crnkshft is another new band for me and it is clearly evident they are influenced by the 90’s grunge with a heavy does of metal. The power of the riffs gets right into you and holds your attention.” – Van City Music Scene

1. Systematic (3:28)

2. Tears Me Apart (4:17)

3. Old Habits (4:34)

4. Breaking The Silence (3:49)

EP Length: 16:10

EP Credits:

• All songs performed by: CRNKSHFT

• All songs written by: CRNKSHFT

• Produced by: Darren Grahn

• Mixed by: Darren Grahn

• Mastered by: Brock Mcfarlane – http://www.cpsmastering.com

• Album & Live Band Line Up:

Shane “Shanr” Jolie – Vocals

Trevor “Tre” Miles – Bass

Geoff “Gway” Way – Guitar

Sebastian “Seb” Mark Pulse – Guitar

Josh Lauze – Drums

Discography:

2017 – Self-Titled – EP

2015 – Hard Fucking Rock – EP

Shared stage with:

Prong, Grim Reaper, Lordi, The Veer Union

Tours and Festivals:

2016 – Western Canadian Tour (September) w/ Saints of Death and Hallux

Sponsors / artist endorsements:

Sebastian “Seb” Mark Pulse – Guitar

– Prestige Guitars – L2 endorsement

– WBGear – L3 endorsement

– SIT Strings – L3 endorsement

Vancouver, BC’s CRNKSHFT are setting the scene ablaze with their explosive, drop tune aggression with melody at its core. To sum it all up…these guys are ‘hard as fuck’.

Influenced by bands like Alice In Chains, Five Finger Death Punch, Pantera and Godsmack, CRNKSHFT have carved out a sound in the vein of Shinedown, Breaking Benjamin, Alter Bridge, and Black Stone Cherry.

Since the band’s formation in 2015, CRNKSHFT’s engine has been firing on all cylinders with their debut EP ‘Hard Fucking Rock’ released in 2015 plus being tapped as local support for such touring bands as Prong, Grim Reaper, Lordi and The Veer Union.

Ready to shift gear to full speed, the wrecking crew will be unleashing their next self-titled EP produced by Daren Grahn (Metallica, Hedley, Motley Crue, Bon Jovi) on March 24, 2017.

The EP’s first released single “Systematic” has already won ‘Best Metal Song’ by the Academia Awards Academy in Los Angeles, demonstrating that CRNKSHFT’s punishing high octane sound is ready to win over the masses.

When it comes to lyrics, vocalist Shane Jolie explains.

The band explains the EP track by track.

1. Systematic is about being a cog in the system and the struggle attached when you finally realize that’s life, but also finding the power to break free from that.

2. Tears Me Apart is about doubt and fear, putting you out there, being destroyed and just discussing those feelings.

3. Breaking is similar, but it’s about exposing false truths in the world and saying there are people just like you, don’t let depression win.

4. Old Habits is about the daily battle in your own mind between being driven or following the same pattern and expecting different results. Wait for it all to change, but old habits die hard. Unfortunately, it’s about fighting with your own mind and standing up to whatever is mentally keeping you back from achieving your true greatness.

CRNKSHFT prides itself on writing raw, emotional music and when they perform with zero fucks given, what you see is what you get…a leave it all on stage attitude that gets fans fists pumping, head banging and singing along to the band’s anthemic melodies.

Mark it down on your calendars, March 24, 2017; there is no stopping the CRNKSHFT freight train. The self-titled EP will be available on iTunes, Bandcamp, CD Baby, Spotify and all major online retailers.

0 Nexus Newspaper – From the Wolves use music to challenge religion

http://www.nexusnewspaper.com/2017/02/01/from-the-wolves-use-music-to-challenge-religion/

Print Issue – https://issuu.com/nexusnewspaper/docs/nexus_27-10

0 Striker – Self-Titled – Release Date: Feb 24, 2017 – Canadian College Radio Charts

Striker – Self-Titled – Release Date: Feb 24, 2017

Highlight: #4 – The National Loud Top 20 for 2017 (Earshot)

Highlight: #8 – April 2017 – National Top 20 Loud Chart (Earshot)

Highlight: #3 – The National Loud Chart – For the Week Ending: Tuesday, April 18, 2017 (Earshot)

Highlight: #7 – The National Loud Chart – For the Week Ending: Tuesday, April 11, 2017 (Earshot)

Highlight: #1 – March 2017 – National Top 20 Loud Chart (Earshot)

Highlight: #1 – The National Loud Chart – For the Week Ending: Tuesday, March 21, 2017 (Earshot)

Highlight: #1 – The National Loud Chart – For the Week Ending: Tuesday, March 14, 2017 (Earshot)

Highlight: #1 – The National Loud Chart – For the Week Ending: Tuesday, March 7, 2017 (Earshot)

Highlight: #1 – February 2017 – National Top 20 Loud Chart (Earshot)

Highlight: #66 – February 2017 – National Top 200 Chart (Earshot)

Highlight: #38 – The National Top 50 Chart – For the Week Ending: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 (Earshot)

Highlight: #1 – The National Loud Chart – For the Week Ending: Tuesday, February 21, 2017 (Earshot)

Highlight: #26 – The National Top 50 Chart – For the Week Ending: Tuesday, February 21, 2017 (Earshot)

Highlight: #4 – The National Loud Chart – For the Week Ending: Tuesday, February 14, 2017 (Earshot)

Highlight: #3 – The National Loud Chart – For the Week Ending: Tuesday, February 7, 2017 (Earshot)

Highlight: #6 – The National Loud Chart – For the Week Ending: Tuesday, January 31, 2017 (Earshot)

Chart Appearances – May 9 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
CHRW London, ON	Top 30	17
CKUW Winnipeg, MB	Top 30	19
Total This Week: 2

Chart Appearances – May 2 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
CJSR Edmonton, AB	Loud	9
CKUW Winnipeg, MB	Top 30	23
Total This Week: 2

Chart Appearances – April 25 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
CFOU Trois-Rivieres, QC	Loud	6
CIVL Abbotsford, BC	Top 30	25
CJSR Edmonton, AB	Loud	6
CKUW Winnipeg, MB	Top 30	12
Total This Week: 4

Chart Appearances – April 18 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
!earshot	Loud	3
CFOU Trois-Rivieres, QC	Loud	6
CJSR Edmonton, AB	Top 30	2
CJSR Edmonton, AB	Loud	1
CKUW Winnipeg, MB	Top 30	9
Total This Week: 5

Chart Appearances – April 11 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
!earshot	Loud	7
CFOU Trois-Rivieres, QC	Loud	9
CJLO Montreal, QC	Loud	8
CJSR Edmonton, AB	Loud	3
CKUW Winnipeg, MB	Top 30	17
Total This Week: 5

Chart Appearances – April 4 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
CFOU Trois-Rivieres, QC	Loud	8
CJLO Montreal, QC	Loud	8
Total This Week: 2

Chart Appearances – March 21 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
!earshot	Loud	1
CFOU Trois-Rivieres, QC	Loud	4
CILU Thunder Bay, ON	Loud	1
CJSR Edmonton, AB	Loud	5
Total This Week: 4

Chart Appearances – March 14 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
!earshot	Loud	1
CFBX Kamloops, BC	Loud	6
CFOU Trois-Rivieres, QC	Loud	5
CFRU Guelph, ON	Loud	7
CILU Thunder Bay, ON	Loud	2
CJLO Montreal, QC	Loud	1
CJSR Edmonton, AB	Top 30	14
Total This Week: 7

All Appearances

Chart Appearances – March 7 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
!earshot	Loud	1
CFOU Trois-Rivieres, QC	Loud	4
CFRU Guelph, ON	Loud	7
CFUV Victoria, BC	Loud	4
CILU Thunder Bay, ON	Loud	2
CJLO Montreal, QC	Loud	6
CJSR Edmonton, AB	Loud	6
CKLU Sudbury, ON	Top 30	20
CKUW Winnipeg, MB	Top 30	25
Total This Week: 9

Chart Appearances – February 28 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
!earshot	Top 50	38
!earshot	Loud	1
CFOU Trois-Rivieres, QC	Loud	4
CFRU Guelph, ON	Loud	5
CHRW London, ON	Top 30	8
CILU Thunder Bay, ON	Loud	2
CJLO Montreal, QC	Top 30	8
CJLO Montreal, QC	Loud	4
CJSR Edmonton, AB	Loud	4
CKUW Winnipeg, MB	Top 30	16
Total This Week: 10

Chart Appearances – February 21 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
!earshot	Top 50	26
!earshot	Loud	1
CFOU Trois-Rivieres, QC	Loud	5
CFRU Guelph, ON	Loud	5
CHSR Fredericton, NB	Top 30	24
CILU Thunder Bay, ON	Loud	1
CIVL Abbotsford, BC	Top 30	4
CJLO Montreal, QC	Top 30	9
CJLO Montreal, QC	Loud	3
CJSR Edmonton, AB	Top 30	10
CJSR Edmonton, AB	Loud	3
CKUW Winnipeg, MB	Top 30	30
Total This Week: 12

Chart Appearances – February 14 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
!earshot	Loud	4
CFRU Guelph, ON	Loud	8
CILU Thunder Bay, ON	Loud	2
CJLO Montreal, QC	Loud	7
Total This Week: 4

Chart Appearances – February 7 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
!earshot	Loud	3
CILU Thunder Bay, ON	Loud	1
CJLO Montreal, QC	Loud	6
Total This Week: 3

Chart Appearances – January 31 2017
Station	Chart	Rank
!earshot	Loud	6
CILU Thunder Bay, ON	Loud	2
CJLO Montreal, QC	Top 30	8
CJLO Montreal, QC	Loud	4
Total This Week: 4

0 Mass Movement Mag – My Life in Music… Tyler Burns (This Gun for Hire)

http://massmovement.co.uk/?p=13100

0 NEWS: ShrEdmonton Announce 2017 Line Up w/ Unleash The Archers, Psychotic Gardening, Bleed and more!

February 1, 2017
by Asher
· Music News · ShrEdmonton Metal Fest & Conference

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – February 1, 2017

Shredmonton.com | Facebook

ShrEdmonton Fest & Conference Announce 2017 Line Up
w/ Unleash The Archers, Psychotic Gardening, Bleed and more!

Prairie Fire Events Ltd is proud to announce their 2017 line-up for Edmonton, AB’s loudest indoor metal festival and conference, SHREDMONTON. Featuring some of the heaviest acts from across Canada to rumble the Alberta prairies, this year’s festival will be headlined by Vancouver power titans UNLEASH THE ARCHERS, Winnipeg’s doom funeral PSYCHOTIC GARDENING and Edmonton gore masters BLËED from Friday, May 12th to Sunday, May 14th 2017 at the Mercury Room (full band list below). This year’s festival also features an ALL AGES event on the Sunday date, as well as the return of the all-ages industry conference aspect, which includes panels on publicity & promotion, festival booking plus vocal, guitar and recording / live sound clinics.

ShrEdmonton organizer Tyson Travnik comments:

“We’re very proud to be able to focus this year’s festival on showcasing bands that we feel have supported past Canadian festivals plus helped their local scenes flourish. Focusing on keeping this year’s experience intimate, yet retaining top-shelf quality is something that I think will set 2017 apart from events we’ve done in the past. ”

Tickets for ShrEdmonton 2017 are available on www.Shredmonton.com and at the following Edmonton locations Mercury Room, Blackbyrd, Rendezvous Pub, The Forge plus available in Red Deer, AB at Sound House and from Annihilatrix Productions in Calgary, AB.

Ticket Prices:
Shredpass: $50
Friday, May 12: $20
Saturday, May 13 – Conference – Free with Shredpass, $5 at door
Saturday, May 13: $25
Sunday, May 14: $17

Shredmonton 2017 – Line Up

All events at Mercury Room (10575 114 St.)
Follow festival details on Facebook event here.

Friday, May 12

Show (18+)
Doors 7:00 pm

8:00 – 8:45 – Days I Die (Calgary, AB)
9:00 – 9:45 – Osryon (Calgary, AB)
10:00 – 10:45 – Sleeping in Traffic (Edmonton, AB)
11:00 – 11:45 – Leave The Living (Red Deer, AB)
12:15 – 1:00 – Psychotic Gardening (Winnipeg, MB)

Saturday, May 13 Seminars (ALL AGES)

Publicity/Promotion Clinic – 1:00-1:30 pm
Vocal clinic 1:30-2:00 Guitar Clinic – 2:00-2:30 pm
Stage Moves with Jesse Valstar – 2:30-3:00 pm
Festival Seminar – 3:00-3:30 pm
Recording/Live Sound Clinic – 3:30-4:00 pm

Show (18+)
Doors 6:00 pm

7:00 – 7:45 – Valyria (Edmonton, AB)
8:00 – 8:45 – Burning Effigy (Calgary, AB)
9:00 – 9:45 – W.M.D. (Calgary, AB)
10:00 – 10:45 – Gatekeeper (Vancouver, BC)
11:00 – 11:45 – Eye of Horus (Edmonton, AB)
12:15 – FIN – Unleash The Archers (Vancouver, BC)

Sunday, May 14

Show (All Ages)
Doors 3:00 pm

3:00 – 3:45 – Disturb The Dead (Devon, AB)
4:00 – 4:45 – Scarlet Serenity (Edmonton, AB)
5:00 – 5:45 – Krepitus (Calgary, AB)
6:00 – 6:45 – Voltang (Hamilton, ON)
7:00 – 8:00 – Bleed (Edmonton, AB)

For more info, please visit: www.Shredmonton.com.

Last year’s first ever ShrEdmonton featured over 20 bands over the course of 3 days at The Starlite Room and The Brixx Bar and Grill (same building), as well as a multi-room industry based conference located at the Shaw Conference Center. The full line up consisted of an ultra heavy hitting bill that included headliners Dying Fetus, Acacia Strain, Jungle Rot, Black Crown Initiate, Goatwhore, Finnish power metallers Thunderstone along with some of Western Canada’s best such as Disciples of Power, Planet Eater, Scythia, Tylor Dory Trio, Every Hour Kills among many more! Conference panels were held the Shaw Conference Center on recording, photography, video production, publicity, media relations, journalism, and concert promotion / talent buying for festivals / venues with music industry professionals from across Canada.

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Metallion – http://www.facebook.com/metallionfestival

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0 NEWS: ‘Godzilla’ Attacks! Bloody-Disgusting Premiere New Music Video By DOUBLE EXPERIENCE + Tour Dates

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – February 1, 2017

‘Godzilla’ Attacks! Bloody-Disgusting Premiere New Music Video By Nerd Rockers DOUBLE EXPERIENCE

New Album ‘Unsaved Progress’ Out Now!

Ottawa’s nerd-rock trio DOUBLE EXPERIENCE have toured the world, playing in front the masses, but nothing prepared them for their encounter with the monster known as Godzilla! Destroyer of worlds! The amazing story was all captured on film and with the help of Bloody-Disgusting.com, the video can be exclusively viewed at the following link: http://bloody-disgusting.com/news/3423242/exclusive-watch-music-video-premiere-double-experiences-godzilla/ (spoiler alert! that bulldog… oh we mean Godzilla… is a really cute destroyer of worlds)

DOUBLE EXPERIENCE released their third full-length, “Unsaved Progress” via their label Colfax Music in April of last year. The album includes their single “The Glimmer Shot”; a Destiny-themed rock anthem, which earned them accolades from the creators of the video game itself plus their cover of Blue Oyster Cult’s ‘Godzilla’. Taking the next step from their previous album – initially released exclusively on collectible trading cards, the band utilizes classic video-game inspired artwork and packaging. The album was brought to life with the help of Al Jacob and Kit Walters (HE IS LEGEND) at Warrior Sound in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

DOUBLE EXPERIENCE have performed across 15 countries, playing everywhere from video game museums to tattoo conventions as well as showcases at Canadian Music Week and Indie Week Canada. Their adventures have been supported by international radio, festivals and television alike, culminating with an entire nerd-rock exposé and performance on Global TV in Canada.

Album orders are available at the band’s merch store here. A deluxe edition of the album – boasting two unreleased songs, two acoustic remixes, merch discount codes, studio footage and a brand new trading card – is also available for the fastidious Double Experience collector.

Album Stream – Unsaved Progress – Listen here.
Music Video ‘So Fine’ – Watch here.
Music Video ‘The Glimmer Shot’ (tribute to video game ‘Destiny’) – Watch here.
Show Dates:

Feb 17 – Oshawa, ON @ Mustache Club – info

Feb 23 – Barrie, ON @ The Foxx Lounge

Feb 24 – Toronto, ON @ The Bovine

Feb 25 – Ottawa, ON @ Black Squirrel – info

1. So Fine (3:19)

2. AAA (3:17)

3. The Glimmer Shot (3:23)

4. See You Soon (2:57)

5. Impasse (3:44)

6. Exposure Exposure (2:54)

7. Death of Lucidity (3:17)

8. Godzilla (3:57)

9. Weakened Warriors (3:33)

Album Length: 30:24

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http://www.twitter.com/2xExperience

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0 Broken Arrow Magazine – Jupiter Hollow – Odyssey (EP)

I went into this open minded but Jupiter Hollow truly shocked me with this EP. The guys have a refreshing sound, very different to what I usually listen to. Musically, it’s written really well and I can definitely tell that the duo are going places.

http://www.brokenarrowmagazine.com/jupiter-hollow-odyssey/

0 EPK – Valfreya – Promised Land (2017)

Valfreya – Promised Land (2017)

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Release Date: January 13, 2017

For fans of Wintersun, Equilibrium, Ensiferum, Finntroll, Dimmu Borgir

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1. Horizon (1:28)
2. Odin’s Fury (4:25)
3. Mortal Supremacy (2:46)
4. Pandemonium (4:10)
5. The Icelanding Sagas (1:15)
6. Shame And Despair (6:15)
7. Peuple Du Nord (3:40)
8. Promised Land (6:26)
9. The Choice (4:19)
10. Warlords (4:30)
11. Evolution (4:50)
12. Undying Tale (2:47)

Album Length: 46:56

Album Credits:

• All songs performed by: Valfreya

• All songs written by: Valfreya

• Produced by: Bad Ass Studio

• Mixed by: Bad Ass Studio

• Mastered by: Bad Ass Studio

• CD Cover, Album Artwork: Corinne Cardinal

• Album Band Line Up:

Crook – Vocals

Graz’zt – Guitar and Back Up Vocals

Arbic – Bass

Donar – Drums

Shark – Keyboard / Orchestrations

Karhu – Guitar and Back Up Vocals

Discography:

2017 – Promised Land – LP

2013 – Acoustic Chronicles – EP

2012 – Path to Eternity – LP

2010 – First Chronicles – EP

Shared stage with:

Arkona, Dark Tranquility, Necrogoblikon, Necronomicon, Koorpiklaani, Moonsorrow, Tyr, Insomnium

The world needs heroes now more than ever. In the shape of Montreal’s larger-than-life metal warriors Valfreya, it has them! And in their striking vocalist Crook, they have their own Valkyrie!.

In 2009, vocalist Crook wanted to play something akin to folk metal, but even more aggressive and fast paced. Combining Valhalla and the Norse goddess Freya, the band has been creating music and lyrics to revolve around stories inspired by Norse mythology.

Orchestral and death metal with a hint of folk music, the prolific Valfreya have released two well-received EPs (‘First Chronicles’ and ‘Acoustic Chronicles’), an impressive 2012 debut album entitled ‘Path To Eternity’ via Maple Metal Records and have just unleashed their second ‘Promised Land’ independently on January 13, 2017.

“The album is a journey through a lot of emotions and situations, giving life to a host of varied songs, each with a different sound and personality. The story behind the album is about Eric The Red discovering America and how he defies the Gods, but pays a hefty price for that defiance. ” says Valfreya about the release. “It’s a step-up in sound quality and has more intricate guitar parts and better-written music that with every listen you can discover parts you hadn’t noticed before. On top of that we have an original sound and songs! We want to give more to people that enjoy good riffs!”

Just as you hear on record, Valfreya promises the fans a unique live experience. What you hear on the album is what you get on stage. All vocals, whether clean or screams, are done by the band members both in studio and live. They dress in a fantasy-like Viking fashion to go with their story-telling, which gives an interesting visual aspect, while delivering the instrument-playing with precision. Valfreya has shared the stage with Arkona, Dark Tranquility, Nekrogoblikon, Necronomicon, Koorpiklaani, Moonsorrow, Tyr and Insomnium.

‘Promised Land’ is available on iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon, Bandcamp and all online major retailers.

0 NEWS: Greece’s Ritual of Odds Signs To Swimming With Sharks Records; New Album ‘Ritual of 9’ Out Feb 3rd

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Montreal, QC – January 31, 2017

Greece’s Ritual of Odds Signs To Swimming With Sharks Records; New Album ‘Ritual of 9’ Out Feb 3rd

Melodic death metal outfit Ritual of Odds from Greece have signed a worldwide deal with Swimming With Sharks Records. The band’s third studio album ‘Ritual of 9’ was recorded at StudiOdds Recording Studio and was mixed & mastered by John Mcris. The band takes influences from bands such as At The Gates, In Flames, and Carcass and have been called the ‘Melodic Death Metal Masters of Greece’ by Axis of Metal (Canada).

Label founder Noah “Shark” Robertson (Motograter/Ex-The Browning) states: “Patras, Greece… What a great find! The moment I heard “Ritual of 9” I knew this band was something special. They give me the same feeling I got the first time I listened to At The Gates or In Flames. They have all the elements of a melodic death metal powerhouse!”

‘Ritual of 9’ will be available worldwide on Friday, February 3rd via Swimming With Sharks Records and can be pre-ordered at www.swimmingwithsharksrecords.com

The first single, and title track “Ritual of 9” is streaming here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utDjaDxVW4Y

Ritual of Odds formed in 2003, originally under the moniker Existence Edge, but changed the name in 2005 and began work on their ‘Building up the Underverse’ Demo. In 2008, the band played this material live on stage for the first time and received great reviews, encouraging them to begin working on their debut full length album ‘Underverse’; which was released in early 2010. At the end of that same year, the band recorded their 2nd full length album ‘God is an Atheist’, which was very well received. The band toured Europe and the US, in support of the release, performing with bands such as OMEN (USA), PAUL DI’ANNO (UK), SEPTIC FLESH (GR) and NIGHTRAGE (SW). The band is often described as Melodic Death Metal, but many influences can be heard. Ritual of Odds have forged a unique sound by infusing elements of thrash, horror and epic metal into their own, creative brand of melodic death.