Category: EPKs

0 EPK – Sun Below – Black Volume III (EP) (2019)

December 19, 2019
by Asher
· EPKs · Sun Below

Sun Below – Black Volume III (EP) (2019)

Release Date: October 31, 2019
Label: Independent

For fans of Black Sabbath, Sleep, Electric Wizard, Red Fang and Kyuss

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“The recently released Black Volume II levels up this swinging stoner trio’s rolling, self-described “sativa rock.” Even though song lengths can spiral to upwards of 11 minutes, Sun Below keep it relatively lean, working in service of their mighty grooves first and foremost” – Michael Rancic, NOW Magazine

EP Title: Black Volume III
Release Date: October 31, 2019
Label: Independent

Track Listing :
1) Green Visions
2) Solar Burnout
3) Wires (Red Fang Cover)

EP Credits:
• Tracks 1 & 2 written by Sun Below
• Track 3 written by Red Fang
• Recorded in September 2019
• Mixed by Will Adams
• Engineered by “Two-Hit Dom”
• Original Logo by Adam C Design
• Album Artwork by Will Adams
• Member of SOCAN

EP Line Up:
Jason Craig – Guitars and Vocals
Garrison Thordarson – Bass and Backing Vocals
Will Adams – Drums and Backing Vocals

Discography:
November 2018 – Black Volume EP
March 2019 – Black Volume II EP
October 2019 – Black Volume III EP

Shared Stage with:
Black Mastiff, Chron Goblin, Cross Dog, Villain, Head, Cellphone, Answer with Metal, Black Galaxy, Doom ‘an Blue, Rough Spells, Punch Drunk, VS the Borg, Kohlit, Pussy Stench, Strange Limbs, Hunter Gatherer, Caleb Beal, Hexenklad

SHORT BIO

Sun Below is a heavy stoner/doom power trio from Toronto. Playing a signature brand of self-described Sativa rock, a combination of fuzz, volume, and heavy grooves, Sun Below seeks to spread their infectious, rollicking sound to the masses.

Even at length, each track is an exceptional sonic journey through space and time. Inviting their listeners to get into the groove and the headspace of the music, Sun Below is the perfect combination of a mellow trip with an energetic Sativa boost.

Sun Below specializes in loose, long burning jams that worship at the altar of tone, riffs, and smoke, but also brim with raw bombastic heavy metal rock to keep the energy up high. Smoke up, tune down, play loud, burnout.

LONG BIO

Starting as a humble seedling in 2018, the trio formed with a desire to create heavy rock with stoner/doom elements in a groovy Sabbath style, and through constant improvisation, the material is grown organically first with the music and then with the lyrics.

Engaging, extended tracks compiled with a crushing amount of volume touch on topics including cannabis, the occult, Lovecraft, unexplained occurrences, the infiniteness of space and the Holy Drifter. Even at length, each track is an exceptional sonic journey through space and time. Inviting their listeners to get into the groove and the headspace of the music, Sun Below is the perfect combination of a mellow trip with an energetic Sativa boost.

The trio of Jason Craig (guitars/vocals), Garrison Thordarson (bass/backing vocals) and Will Adams (drums/backing vocals) specialize in loose, long burning jams that worship at the altar of tone, riffs, and smoke, but also brim with raw bombastic heavy metal rock to keep the energy up high. Smoke up, tune down, play loud, burnout.

Still relatively new, but reaching towards the light and maturation, Sun Below have been hard at work sharing the stage with the likes of Black Mastiff and Chron Goblin; releasing three EPs: Black Volume EP (2018); Black Volume EP II (2019); Black Volume EP III (2019) and a music video into the haze. With a new stoner sun set to rise on 2020, the power trio begin work on their full length debut to keep the fuzzy momentum going.

0 EPK – Diamonds On Neptune – Catawampus (2019) (single)

December 19, 2019
by Asher
· Diamonds On Neptune · EPKs

Diamonds On Neptune – Catawampus (2019) (single)

For fans of A Day to Remember, Cane Hill, Billy Talent, Avenged Sevenfold

Release Date: December 20, 2019
Label: Meteor Records
Distribution: Distrokid

Publicist – Jon Asher – asher[@]ashermediarelations[.]com

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Release Date: December 20, 2019
Label: Metoer Records
Distribution: Distrokid

Download Single Cover | Download Single Lyrics

Track Listing:
Catawampus (single) (3:29)

Single Credits:
– Performed by: Justin Bennett, Jared Boyd, Zackary Geneau, Taylor Newel, Cameron Steinburg
– Written by: Jared Boyd, Cameron Steinburg, Justin Bennett
– Artwork by Lusine Manukyan
– Produced by Jesse Kopala
– Mastered by Miro Kiiski
– MAPL
Band Line Up (L to R): Zackary Geneau (Bass), Taylor Newel (Guitar), Cameron Steinburg (Vocals), Justin Bennett (Guitar), Jared Boyd (Drums)

Discography
2019 – Catawampus (single)
2019 – Place Emotion Here (single)

Shared stage with:
The Kodiak, Nuclear Oath, Youngbloods, From the Flame, A Nobodies Achievement, Only the Strong

(L to R): Zackary Geneau (Bass), Taylor Newel (Guitar), Cameron Steinburg (Vocals), Justin Bennett (Guitar), Jared Boyd (Drums)

Diamonds On Neptune release their new single ‘Catawampus’ and these unpredictable Calgarian musicians are proud to present their blend of hardcore, pop-punk, heavy metal, and metalcore. With a huge range of musical influences, it’s hard to pinpoint exactly where they stand, but fans of A Day to Remember, Cane Hill, Billy Talent, and Avenged Sevenfold are sure to take a liking to them.

With a passionate attitude towards music and a strong work ethic, Diamonds On Neptune refuses to settle for “good enough” and their drive is clearly exemplified in their music. The band works hard so their fans can enjoy top quality music. As the band explains:

“We think our releases should reach fans on a personal level. That what they are hearing isn’t something they’ve heard before, but is something unique that they can feel was shaped through real experiences and affection towards trying to translate emotions into something people could immediately feel upon hearing.”

Diamonds On Neptune is a fusion of genres, adding elements that can be recognized and interpreted in many ways. The band shuns sonic consistency and embraces sounds that paint a picture of an experience or a sensation that ranges all emotions; fear, anger, paranoia, euphoria, pride, and acceptance. All of these qualities can be found in ‘Catawampus’, which features melodic and catchy vocals and aggressive riffs.

For those who enjoy the single, take note that Diamonds On Neptune expects to release a steady stream of singles throughout the next year.

0 EPK – The Luminary Plot – We (2019) (single)

December 9, 2019
by Asher
· EPKs · The Luminary Plot

The Luminary Plot – We (2019)

For fans Norma Jean, Dead and Divine, Darkest Hour, Erra, Make Them Suffer

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Publicist – Jon Asher – asher[@]ashermediarelations[.]com

Release Date: December 13, 2019
Label: Self-Release
Distribution:

Download Single Cover | Download Single Lyrics

Track Listing:
We (4:30) (single)

Album Credits:
• All songs performed by: The Luminary Plot
• All songs written by: The Luminary Plot
• Produced by: Jesse Kopala
• Mixed by: Jesse Kopala
• Mastered by: Jamie King
• Single Artwork by: Jesse Kopala

Single Band Line Up:
Kalie Yan – Vocals
Jesse Kopala – Guitar
Kade Wolfe – Guitar
Braydn Jobs – Bass
Jared Boyd – Drums

Live Band Line Up:
Kalie Yan – Vocals
Jesse Kopala – Guitar
Kade Wolfe – Guitar
Dan Jirj – Bass
Jared Boyd – Drums

Discography:
2019 – We (single)

Shared Stage with: Being, Put to Rest, Born for Tomorrow, Lost in Static, Diamonds on Neptune

L-R – Kade Wolfe (Guitar), Jared Boyd (Drums), Kalie Yan (Vocals) Bradyn Jobs (ex-bass) Jesse Kopala (Guitar) – Not pictured – Dan Jirj (Bass)

Photo – Alex Pescunowicz

The Luminary Plot is one of the newest bands to come from Calgary, Canada and they are hitting the ground running with the upcoming release of their self produced debut EP entitled “We Are The Luminary Plot” due early 2020.

Their debut single “We” is an excellent introduction to this new, original metalcore band. Aggressive and frenetic, The Luminary Plot is hoping their first offering will be well received by listeners, as they explain:

“We are hoping this song leaves listeners hungry for more. With “We”, the band comes out swinging with aggressive, driving instrumentals and swing back and forth into a more floaty feeling chorus, there is plenty to keep people engaged and hopefully show that we do not intend to be a one-dimensional band!”

The Luminary Plot rose from the ashes of another band that guitarists Jesse Kopala and Kade Wolfe were in, and the end of that project gave them the time and determination to start something with a different focus, moving from a melodic death/metalcore to a dynamic, post-hardcore inspired sound. Bringing a tight and crushing live show to the audience is of utmost importance to the band and they are looking forward to sharing their brutal and beautiful music with fans around the world.

The Luminary Plot is suggested for fans of Norma Jean, Dead and Divine, and Darkest Hour.

0 EPK – Sleepwraith – Day Terrors (2020)

December 4, 2019
by Asher
· EPKs · Sleepwraith

Sleepwraith – Day Terrors (2020)

For fans of Between the Buried and Me, Lamb of God, As I Lay Dying, Shadows Fall

Release Date: January 17, 2020
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: CD Baby

Publicist – Jon Asher – asher[@]ashermediarelations[.]com

Sleepwraith.com | Facebook.com/sleepwraith | Instagram.com/Sleepwraithofficial | Twitter.com/sleepwraith | Youtube

“‘A Demon’s Pawn and The Abyss’ is brutal, with sick aggro riffs and fierce vocal performance.” – Ghost Cult Mag

Sleepwraith Fun Facts / Story Angles:

– This project consists of only two members: Seedy Mitchell and Ryan Biggs. The songs were written between 2016 and 2019, except the intro and verse of Dystory, which was written by the two members sometime in 2003. It started as a drumbeat, and the guitar was written to it. It has been in the riff-bank for over 15 years and was finally written in to a song.

– The two members have been playing music together, on and off in various bands, for over 20 years. They knew each other as kids, even before either of them knew how to, or wanted to play an instrument.

– In the early days (mid-90’s) both members were heavily influenced by grunge, and played in a band that fit that genre. Over the many years, they’ve both experimented with aggressive music styles, from grunge, to punk, to hardcore, to metalcore, to death metal, and these elements combined are what resulted in Sleepwraith’s sound.

– Though both members have played countless live shows and spent extensive time touring, Sleepwraith is about writing and releasing art. There may be live performances in the future, but for now, it’s just about creation.

– “Day Terrors” is the first of a series of albums we plan to make as Sleepwraith.

Album Title: Day Terrors
Release Date: January 17, 2020
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: CD Baby

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Track Listing:
1. The Aphelion Complex (6:16)
2. Transorbital Decay (4:08)
3. Anamnesis (7:19)
4. Burial Plot (4:26)
5. Biomite (4:36)
6. Sol (5:09)
7. Carnival Dread (5:19)
8. A Demon’s Pawn and The Abyss (4:54)
9. The Vile, Raptured (1:58)
10. The Vile Raptured (4:49)
11. Dystory (6:04)
Album Length: 55:04

Album Credits:
• All songs performed by: Sleepwraith (Chris D. Mitchell and Ryan Biggs)
• All songs written by: Chris D. Mitchell and Ryan Biggs
• Produced by: Sleepwraith with Terry Paholek
• Mixed by: Terry Paholek
• Mastered by: Terry Paholek
• Album Artwork by: Therese Lanz
• Member of SOCAN.
• Canadian Content (MAPL)

Album Band Line Up:
Seedy Mitchell – Strings / Vocals
Ryan Biggs – Drums

Discography:
2020 – Day Terrors (LP)

Left side: Ryan Biggs- Drums – Right Side: Seedy Mitchell- Strings/Vocals

Photograph Credit: Chelsey Midlet

SHORT BIO

Sleepwraith comes from Edmonton, Canada and the project has been incubated over the course of 20 years and five previous bands ranging from grunge to metalcore to punk rock to hardcore.

Sleepwraith wants to tell stories musically and lyrically, focused primarily on creating and releasing new music and art without being concerned about playing it live. All of their energies have been pointed at that goal. With influences coming from all over the metal map including prog, death, mathcore, metalcore, and hardcore, Sleepwraith is an upcoming original band with something for all listeners. The more you listen to it, the more there is to hear.

Their debut album “Day Terrors” is slated for release on January 17, 2020.

LONG BIO

Sleepwraith comes from Edmonton, Canada and the project has been incubated over the course of 20 years and five previous bands ranging from grunge to metalcore to punk rock to hardcore.

The partnership of Seedy Mitchell (guitars/vocals) and Ryan Biggs (drums) is based on a friendship that goes back to before either of them were playing music or even listening to metal. Now that partnership has developed into a dark and dynamic collaborative undertaking that sees Mitchell bringing material to the table in the form of multiple personalities (guitar, bass, vocals) and those elements being worked on together until a song is built.

Coming from different musical backgrounds, Mitchell and Biggs have found their differing styles complement each other and blend to form their brand of deep and intricate metal. Their music conveys emotion through the music but also maintains a technicality that makes it interesting to write and play, and subsequently, listen to.

Their debut album “Day Terrors” is slated for release on January 17, 2020.

0 EPK – FROGG – A Reptilian Dystopia (2020)

December 2, 2019
by Asher
· EPKs · FROGG

FROGG – A Reptilian Dystopia (2020)

For fans of Obscura, Arsis, Born of Osiris, Kalmah, The Zenith Passage

Release Date: January 17, 2020
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: Distrokid

Publicist – Jon Asher – asher[@]ashermediarelations[.]com

Bookings – froggofficial[@]gmail.com

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“Frogg cover seemingly contradictory bases of portentous tech-death, galloping melodic thrash and hopeful, opne chord djent. It’s smart musical alignment with their theme of something new rising from the ashes of the old.” – Metal Hammer

“FROGG is a dangerous force of Technical Metal making themselves known!” – The Circle Pit

“Technical Death rising star” – GhostCult Mag

“The music is impressively performed and written. Crazy technical menageries of Adderall-fueled obsession meshed with emotive melody just spilling out everywhere. It’s a great time, and definitely worth checking out. Definitely a band to be watching in the future.” – No Clean Singing

“FROGG have succeeded where others in the tech-metal cesspool have failed this year. They have produced a fresh & enjoyable 5-course meal of original organic riffs, unsaturated with lameness & paired impeccably with a robust production worthy of all bedroom audio nerdz. A Reptilian Dystopia should be a huge part of everyone’s 2020 playlist.” – TrveNorth Reviews

“Besides the clever songwriting and incredible lead guitar work, I’m a fan of the way the album sounds, too. It’s almost certainly going to be too processed for some peoples’s tastes, but everything sounds wonderfully clear and distinct. The rhythm guitar tone is pleasantly crisp and the leads perfectly smooth, and the bass is super chunky. This is a promising EP, and I, for one, welcome our new amphibious overlords.” – Toilet Ov Hell

“This is an incredible EP, guys. Every one of these songs has made it into heavy rotation, and I am honestly so excited to hear more in the future.” – Metal Trenches

“Frogg are certainly worth checking out for anyone who likes their music heavy, brutal and challenging. This is not for the faint-hearted! The musicianship is superb throughout and this EP shows great promise. A new name to watch and follow to see where they go next. Good stuff!” – CGCM Podcast

““A Reptilian Dystopia” is absolutely a solid, proggy technical metal release, with all the time signature changes, insane scale runs, and gorgeous harmonies you’d expect from modern progressive shredders. Pulling no punches the EPs first track ‘Ancient Rain’ is a constantly changing beast of a track, shifting from blast beat heavy punishing riffs to entrancing melodies. I found it hard to get bored during its three and a half minutes of beautiful aggression… This guy is a beast on the axe, clearly, a great musician and I look forward to seeing this band do very well in the near future… if you’re into some proggy technical goodness, definitely for fans of bands like Obscura, The Zenith Passage or Fallujah.” – Roxx100

“My favorite part is definitely the ability to sound different in a genre that is starting to get a little stale. Its a heavy blend of Tech while adding some extra melody. Most tech death bands literally go for face melting riffs. Which is also cool. But after a while that gets kind of boring. So for a band like Frogg to put out an EP like this, they could help lead the next generation of tech death kids.” 10/10 – Between The Lines Media

“The quality on show here is amazing for a first release and has left us salivating at the prospect of their debut album [9/10]” – Metal Noise

“Bursting into life with a colossus bang, it’s a technical monstrosity that greets listeners with Ancient Storm. It’s wild, it’s nasty but it’s built on a foundation of sharp riffs and ferocious groove.” – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life

“There’s enough impressive lead guitar work to fit onto a full album, let alone all that’s crammed into these four songs.” – Heavy Music Headquarters

“A short and sweet stash of riffs, licks and raw emotion inoculated over the years, poured out into the world in the form of modern and thrilling Technical Death Metal.” – The Headbanging Moose

“The band’s mix of fast, brutal and melodic aspects blends nicely to create an intense, high energy atmosphere. With guttural vocal roars, fast and technical riffs and a ton of raw emotion, what’s not to like?” – The Music Below

“This EP is interesting, because it’s extremely heavy, but it also has a great grasp on melody. Think like… Inanimate Existence + Born Of Osiris + Chon? It’s extremely well played – technical and fast as all hell – while remaining palatable and not overbearing. It’s an interesting balance they have going, and it’s definitely impressive for a debut, especially the 7 minute beast of a track that is DNA.” – Zax Record Reviews

“A Reptilian Dystopia is a succession of rock-hard riffs, complex melodies, extremes and power. The Ep is raw and brutal and according to Sky Moon Clark offers the basis for an album that will be released at the end of 2021. An album with an even more balanced track list. For the time being it is now fifteen minutes of solid extreme metal that will wake you up.” – Rockportaal

“A Reptilian Dystopia” shines with technical sophistication” – Artnoir

“This first EP should delight fans of Obscura , Necrophagist or Arsis… A Reptilian Dystopia is a solid discovery full of promise and the revelation of a very talented musician.” – Eklektik Rock

“Bonkers EP here that sploshes Obscura’s tech-death virtuosity up against maniacal djent intentions. The musicianship’s something else and the frantic widdling never seems to stop…” – Collective Zine

“The guitar work is beyond phenomenal, and the vocals are just as catchy. They aren’t 100% death metal but are really a blend of modern tech metal and death metal. I’m extremely excited to see if the band is cooking up any live shows to promote the release and am definitely keeping my eyes on this project from here on out. If you want that Decapitated/Arsis/Obscura blend of groove and technicality Frogg is meant for you.” – Technical Music Review

“FROGG: Delivers an authentic live sound with no backup!” – Permafrost Today

Track Listing:
1. Ancient Rain (3:23)
2. Nuclear Storm (2:05)
3. DNA (7:29)
4. Ranidaphobia (3:47)
EP Length: 16:45

Album Credits:
• All songs performed by: Sky Moon Clark, Liam Zintz-Kunkel, Siebe Sol Sijpkens, Anthony Barrone
• All songs written by: Main Composer Sky Moon Clark, Bass by Siebe Sol Sijpkens, Drums by Anthony Barrone
• Produced by: Shane Stanton
• Mixed by: Shane Stanton
• Mastered by: Systematic Productions (Ermin Hamidovic)
• Album Artwork by: Yann Kempen & Bertrand Lefebvree
• Member of ASCAP

Album Band Line Up:
Lead Vocals and Guitars: Sky Moon Clark
Rhythm Guitar: Liam Zintz-Kunkel
Drums: Anthony Barrone
Bass: Siebe Sol Sijpkens
Keyboards / Backup Vocals: Emma Rae

Live Band Line Up:
Lead Vocals and Guitars: Sky Moon Clark
Rhythm Guitar: Open for Audition, must be near NYC
Drums: Open for Audition, must be near NYC
Bass: Open for Audition, must be near NYC
Keyboards & Backup Vocals: Emma Rae

Discography:
2020 – A Reptilian Dystopia (EP)

Photo Credit – Emma Rae

SHORT BIO

FROGG is a modern technical metal band located in Stamford, USA with influences stemming from Obscura, Arsis, and Born of Osiris.

The concept behind FROGG is simple: create modern heavy music while striving to show off some originality in an often, over-processed genre. FROGG’s main ambition is to hit the live circuit in NYC and its surroundings with a perfected performance and bolstered line-up.

With performance in mind, FROGG delivers an authentic live sound with no backup tracks, just raw, practiced musicianship. The dark and melodic band promises something hot, original and intense and the debut album “A Reptilian Dystopia” is slated for release in 2020.

LONG BIO

FROGG is a modern technical metal band located in Stamford, USA with influences stemming from Obscura, Arsis, and Born of Osiris.

FROGG started as your typical high school band with founder Sky Moon Clark and co-founder at the time, Ryan Panny blasting off primarily Children of Bodom covers for fun. FROGG was later revitalized by Clark, during his time at Berklee College of Music.

Through his time at Berkee, Clark experimented with different projects while continuing to funnel different guitar-centric song ideas and riffs into the archives that would later come to fruition with the next reincarnation of FROGG.

In 2019, the overstocked stash of riffs, licks, and raw emotion was ready to be poured out into the world what was a one-man project bloomed with the addition of Siebe Sol Sijpkens (bass); Anthony Barrone (drums) and Liam Zintz-Kunkel (rhythm guitars) to record the first EP.

0 EPK – SYRYN – Beyond The Depths (2020)

December 2, 2019
by Asher
· EPKs · SYRYN

SYRYN – Beyond The Depths

For fans of Iron Maiden, Unleash The Archers, Judas Priest, Dio, Edguy

Release Date: January 3, 2020
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: CD Baby

Syrynmetal.wixsite.com/syrynofficial | Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Instagram

Bandcamp | iTunes | Spotify

“Beyond the Depths is another sterling example of Canadian might and strength.” – Dead Rhetoric

“And with this song (Dead Men Tell No Tales’, the Canadians clearly show that they want to follow in the footsteps of their compatriots from Unleash The Archers or The Order of Chaos. Power Metal with thrash elements, a singer who can easily stand up to the powerful guitars, the booming bass and the driving drums. The powerful vocals are peppered with high metal screams.” – MetalHeads Forever Mag

“‘Unbreakable’ comes in like gang busters from the very first note. The senses become infused with the haunting darkness that wants to possess your ears, and it demands your soul. I am captivated with every bass and drum beat which becomes intertangled with strong feminine vocals that speaks directly to me. Women have always faced challenges in any industry, let alone the metal genre, and yet here we are with the band Syryn featuring Sloan Voxx on vocals and their war cry for anyone needing that justifiable push towards righteousness on their own behalf or others. The guitars are sweet, fast, precise and impressively very Iron Maiden-ish. Overall, the entire musicianship impressed me. I actually got goosebumps listening to “Unbreakable.” This band reinforces the notion that metal talent is alive and well in Calgary, AB with bands like Syryn on the scene. I for one am excited and looking forward to listening to their upcoming EP or album in the near future.” – Ingrid Newton, Metal Master Kingdom

Album Title: Beyond the Depths
Release Date: January 3, 2020
Label: Self-Release
Distribution: CD Baby

Track Listing:
1. Song of the Syrynite (0:45)
2. Neverending Nightmare (5:27)
3. Inebriated Outcasts (0:19)
4. Three Sheets To The Wind (3:22)
5. Panic Room (0:40)
6. Unbreakable (4:36)
7. Bound In Torment (0:53)
8. Paradise For Demise (4:29)
9. Prelude To Fatality (0:26)
10. Dead Men Tell No Tales (5:38)
11. Adrift (0:43)
12. Through It All (5:36)
Album Length: 32:58

Album Credits:
• All songs performed by: SYRYN
• All songs written by: SYRYN
• Produced by: SYRYN
• Mixed by: Jesse Kopala, Incite Audio
• Mastered by: Jamie King
• Album Artwork by: Rachata Yamsuwan & Sloan Voxx

Album and Live Band Line Up:
Paulo Rage (Guitar)
Byron Gorieu (Guitar)
Sloan Voxx (Vocals)
Lyxx Rose (Bass)
Bryan Campbell (Drums)

Discography:
2020 – Beyond The Depths (LP)
2017 – Unbreakable (single)

Shared Stage with:
Into Eternity, The Order of Chaos, Untimely Demise, Anciients, Atavistia, Iron Kingdom, Lost Nebula

To share the stage with Unleash The Archers, Silver Talon, VIATHYN, Tzimani, at Hyperspace Metalfest in April of 2020.

Tour and Festivals:
2018 – Metalocalypstick Fest – Lone Butte, BC
2018 – Decimate Metalfest – Calgary, AB
2019 – Wacken Battle Canada (City Finalist) – Calgary, AB
2019 – Decimate Metalfest – Calgary, AB
2019 – Loud as Hell Festival – Drumheller, AB
2020 – Hyperspace Metal Festival – Vancouver, BC

Artist endorsements:
WB Gear
REVV Amps
SIT Strings
Scorpion Percussion

L-R – Paulo Rage (Guitar), Byron Gorieu (Guitar), Sloan Voxx (Vocals), Lyxx Rose (Bass), Bryan Campbell (Drums)
Photo Credit – Dana Zuk (Dana Zuk Photography)

SYRYN was founded by vocalist Sloan Voxx after seeing Amanda Kiernan of Into Eternity perform at Calgary Metalfest IV in 2015. After that performance, Sloan was inspired to set off on creating a band that would be able to enchant, captivate and trigger emotion, with shredding power metal and the Mythological folklore of the Siren with an added twist. Setting out on her search to find members, the lineup you see today is solidified by Paulo Rage (Guitar), Byron Gorieu (Guitar), Lyxx Rose (Bass) and Bryan Campbell (Drums).

Since their inception in 2017, SYRYN has made lots of waves on the Western Canadian metal scene appearing on various festivals such as Decimate, Loud As Hell along with being scheduled to perform on 2020’s Hyperspace in Vancouver, BC on April 18th alongside Unleash The Archers, Silver Talon, Viathyn and more. SYRYN has also been recognized by Calgary’s local music industry, nominated earlier this year for a YYC Music Award for “Metal Recording of the Year”. Set to kick off 2020 with the seducing melodic power thrash of “Beyond The Depths” on January 3, 2020, the debut album is over 30 minutes of epic tales through twelve adventurous tracks. The album was produced by the band and mixed by Jesse Kopala (Incite Audio) plus mastered by Jamie King (Between the Buried and Me, He Is Legend, Scale The Summit).

“‘Beyond The Depths’ is a conceptual album that takes you on a journey through the eyes of a Siren. Her menacing instincts enticing her to lure sailors/pirates, torture them and kill them. This Siren, however, starts to develop humanity, which causes an internal struggle for her. The storyline allows you to be with her through this battle, its tribulations and emotions. To imagine what one would feel when faced with these situations and what decisions they might make. Will she succumb to her natural impulses, or will she fight with benevolence to be what she is to believe she is not?”

For fans of Unleash The Archers, Battle Beast, Iron Maiden, and Megadeth, “Beyond The Depths” pre-order is available on Bandcamp, Apple Music.

0 EPK – Black Absinthe – Witness (single) (2019)

November 21, 2019
by Asher
· Black Absinthe · EPKs

Black Absinthe – Witness (single) (2019)

Release Date: November 8, 2019

For fans of Black Sabbath, Motorhead, Mastodon, High On Fire, Black Label Society

The record has emphasis of crushing modern tone, polished instrumental sections, soaring vocals and a blending of contemporary and classic metal. With each track, this unique record represents different aspects of Black Absinthe’s diversity in songwriting. The band does not tread lightly over their new wave of British heavy metal song style or their technical and progressive metal influences.” – Bravewords

“BLACK ABSINTHE does quite a bit within each of their songs, wrangling together bits of metal theories from yesteryear and today. Classic metal, power metal, death metal, thrash, it’s all dosed out like party pills for headbangers.” – Blabbermouth net

“Early british-esque riffs, rapidly spiraling into progressive sounding lines combined with outstanding, hit to the groin vocals, and drum beats so classic and catchy you can’t help but head bang, this record will certainly have and hold a place as one of the prime examples of Canadian heavy metal. This band hits you harder than your first shot of Absinthe!!!” – Canadian Beats

“Imagine Motörhead with a dose of double pedal bass drumming, and you’ve got Black Absinthe. This stuff was very head bang friendly, and lured a small crowd of long-haired metalheads to the front of the stage. Black Absinthe had a great rough sound, perfect for beer drinking and head banging – even on a Wednesday night.” – Examiner (Live Review)

Single Credits:
Written by: Black Absinthe
Performed by: Black Absinthe
Produced by: Alexander Galley
Recorded, mixed, & mastered by Alexander Galley and Mike Bond at Wolf Lake Studios
Single Artwork: Tom Colleran
Photography: Katherine Kwan
Black Absinthe is Jack Cerre (Vocals/Guitar), Kyle Scarlett (Bass), Austin Henderson (Drums)
http://www.galleyproductions.com
http://www.producedbybond.com
http://www.wolflakestudios.com

Video Credits:
Directed and Produced: Katherine Kwan
Camera Assist: Brittany Farhat
Filmed in Toronto, Ontario at Coalition: T.O, March 2019
Written by: Black Absinthe
Performed by: Black Absinthe
Produced by: Alexander Galley
Recorded, mixed, & mastered by Alexander Galley and Mike Bond at Wolf Lake Studios
Shoutout to the crew at Coalition, our fans, friends and family.
http://www.katkwan.com/

Discography:
2019 – Witness (Single)
2016 – Early Signs of Denial (LP)
2014 – Live At Coalition (EP)
2014 – Noise Complaint (EP)
2012 – Augusta (EP)

L-R – Kyle Scarlett (Bass), Jack Cerre (Vocals/Guitar), Austin Henderson (Drums) – Photo Credit: Katherine Kwan

The Band:

Formed in the underground dungeons and dives of Toronto’s metal scene, Black Absinthe is a Canadian modern heavy metal band consisting of Jack Cerre (guitar, vocals), Kyle Scarlett (bass), and Austin Henderson (drums). A mix of thrashing mosh pits and riff heavy anthems, their growing presence in the diverse heavy music scene, unifies classic metal grandeur, speed-demon rhythm sections, soaring solos, with modern technicality.

Since 2011, Black Absinthe has performed, recorded, and brought the party all over Canada. Over the course of three EP’s & one LP, Early Signs of Denial, Black Absinthe has continued to grow and experiment on its NWOBHM influences while maintaining the genres intensity. As they continue to expand their setlists in 2019 and tour in both new and familiar places, the band is set to release their latest studio recording, Witness, a riff-strong single inspired by the band’s energetic live stage performances. With plenty of live material to work with in the studio, the band shows no signs of slowing down and plan to release more material in the coming year.

To celebrate their release, Black Absinthe is set to perform November 14th at Bovine Sex Club (during Indie Week 2019 ) and on December 6th in Montreal, Quebec. The band is set to release their music video for the single on November 22, 2019.

The Song:

With many iterations played live on stage prior to the final recording, Witness began with a killer riff and head-strong idea of how the band wanted to approach the single. Taking influence from their most warranted recordings from Early Signs of Denial (2016), the band created “a hook representative of our technical influence, while building on our desire for a catchy chorus.” Taking strong cues from their fans at live shows, Black Absinthe developed the instrumental section specifically to free up movement on stage. The improvements in the bridge instrumentation and solo sections is indicative of the direction to be expected of Black Absinthes future recordings.

The song’s musical energy all starts from the riff. Short hits bouncing back and forth build up to the full paced release of each verse working as a headbanging cue for the crowd. The buildup hints at the large breakdown of the song, a bare bones drum breakdown to lock band and audience together before the solo takes off.The influence of classic metal great Tony Iommi is heard in the flurry of notes asserting the solo, a sweep picking lick slices the fretboard, and a wash of wah pedal returns the tidal wave back to a crashing chorus refrain.

The main riff puts a book end on the song, its emotional impact varies in the context of the composition, Witness moves through phases of life. Lyrically the song is born into the cycle of suffering, rebirth of inescapable fire. In life, we’re able to see the impact of our actions and the repercussions of generations before, in the song, we reflect on the weight of the world.

The Recording:

In keeping active in the Toronto music scene and industry, Black Absinthe has made strong connections along the way. Meeting Dave Baksh (Sum 41, Black Cat Attack) during a residency at Coalition Music’s Artist Entrepreneur Program lead to the creation of Early Signs of Denial and similarly, a meeting during Canadian Music Week 2018 lead to Producer Alexander Galley (Loviatar, Dissentient, Martyrs) and Black Absinthe guitarist Jack Cerre solidifying a true musical connection and partnership for the band’s next recording.

Recorded in the woods of Quebec, Canada at Wolf Lake Studios, noted for Longhouse’s Juno-nominated Metal/Hard Music Album of the Year in 2018 album “II: Vanishing”, the band entrusted Galley with shaping the sonic landscape. Representing a new generation of heavy music producers, Galley’s enthusiasm, knowledge, and openness confirmed he would bring a cutting edge sensibility to the band’s recording of Witness. A forward thinking producer with an ear to the ground of the emerging sounds of heavy music, his direction for guitar and bass tone for the song was a vision all his own. Reminiscent of the classic metal philosophy and in an intense ten hour blitz, Black Absinthe went into the studio knowing they wanted to record the track in its entirety and bask in the completed performance. Guitarist and lead vocalist Jack comments, “all in all the experience was exhilarating, especially under pressure, our preparation paid off because the recording captures a true performance and urgency.”

Equipped with an Ayotte house-kit in the studio, Austin Henderson laid down drum tracks to set the foundation of the track for the session. Following, bassist Kyle Scarlett and guitarist Jack Cerre both tuned up and recorded with their stage Fenders. Housing exceptional gear, Black Absinthe utilized the studio’s Kemper Profiler and boutique bass gear (Darkglass Electronics).

The Video:

Black Absinthe’s newest video for Witness was shot at Toronto heavy metal venue Coalition T.O just months before its closure. Witness to a time and place, the band lived and performed just steps from the venue for the last four years, meeting bands and rocking a relentless run of shows and festivals.

The insanity of the front row has been the proving grounds of Black Absinthe’s sound, and the foreground to this video. Live shows took the placeholder for releasing music over the past three years, and the energy in this video is where you will find Black Absinthe today. The video aims to transcend people who have been there, while offering a snapshot of underground Metal venues found across the globe.

Trusting Katherine Kwan,“The Wild” (2017) director, was a no-brainer to encapsulate the energy felt in the bands live performances.The video begins with a glimpse into what a night at our local and beloved punk/metal Kensington Market venue, was like. From the bright pit footage to the intoxicating strobe saturated drum breakdown – the single is represented in the best and most chaotic way possible.

The band is set to release their music video on November 22, 2019. The single was released November 8th, 2019 and recorded at Wolf Lake Studios.

0 EPK – Dizastra – Elder Sun (2019)

November 12, 2019
by Asher
· Dizastra · EPKs

Dizastra – Elder Sun (2019)

For fans of Skeletonwitch, Dissection, Watain, Celtic Frost, Sepultura

Release Date: November 22, 2019
Label: Self Release
Distribution:

Artist representation (PR) = Jon Asher asher[@]ashermediarelations.com

Facebook | Instagram | Bandcamp | Spotify | Apple Music

Release Date: November 22, 2019
Label: Self Release
Distribution:

Track Listing:
1. Vae Victus (5:24)
2. Piercing The Veil (4:04)
3. Dead ov Night (4:55)
4. The Second Coming (7:13)
5. Mourning Wars (5:28)
6. Gnosis (4:37)
7. The Last Stand (6:01)
8. Astaroth (7:23)
9. Terminus Est (5:11)
Album length: 50:19

Album Credits:
Elder Sun was recorded at Studio A by Carl Roberge in2018-2019 – Montreal, QC
Mixed and Mastered by: Carl Roberge
Produced by: Carl Roberge and Dizastra
All Music and Lyrics written by: Dizastra
(with the exception of ‘Terminus Est’ which was written by Matt Conti, Nathan Afilalo, Anthony Pulcini and Andrew Proppe)
Artwork by: Evelina Elenes
Graphic Design by: Tyler Moffatt

Band Line Up:
Matteo Conti (Guitar/Vocals)
Denis Stoisin (Lead Guitar)
Nathan Afilalo (Bass)
Pietro Giampa (Drums)

Discography:
2019 – Elder Sun (LP)
2019 – Vae Victus (single)
2015 – Hell’s Gate (EP)

L-R: Matteo Conti (Guitar/Vocals), Pietro Giampa (Drums), Denis Stoisin (Lead Guitar), Nathan Afilalo (Bass)

Photo Credit: Amanda Ben-David

From darkness, Dizastra rides forth.

First there were two: Matt Conti and Denis Stoisin. Having played the likes of Quebec’s Heavy MTL festival and qualifying as finalists for Wacken Metal Battle Canada, these were veteran performers. Together they mixed melody with ferocity, merging the sounds of Black, Thrash and Melodic Heavy Metal to create Dizastra. Within a year of forming , the band their first EP titled Hell’s Gate in 2015, bringing them recognition as a rising force within the Quebec Heavy Metal scene.

Like tempered steel, Dizastra’s line-up was solidified in the summer of 2017 with the addition of Nathan Afilalo of Dissension on bass and Petey Giampa of Venomenon on drums. The contributions of these new members summoned new speed and malice to the group’s sound. With the band firmly established, they dug their heels in the trenches and began writing material for their first full-length album: “Elder Sun.” And four years after forming, at last, the album is here.

Dizastra released “Vae Victus” as the album’s first single. Bringing together shrieking vocals, pummeling drums, cosmos-threatning bass and electrifying solos, Vae Victus strides in triumph through listeners ears. Accompanied by a Tolkienesque music video of time travel and high adventure, “Vae Victus” is a perfect prelude for what is to come in “Elder Sun.” The following songs, such as “The Second Coming” and “Dead ov Night,” steer the listener through sonic waters vicious and dark, assaulting you with wicked verses and melodious choruses. “Gnosis” and “Piercing the Veil” inject the album with dose of mayhem and speed while Astaroth closes the album by bringing listeners from the profoundest deeps to high peeks of heaven.

Altogether, the alchemy crafted in Elder Sun brings a sound both new and familiar to the votaries of Thrash and Black metal. There is an undeniable shrill-heaviness to the album that gets paired with a thrilling melody to create a thing as awe-inspiring and terrifying as the flames of our solar star. And much like the forbidding beauty of a westering sky, Dizastra’s Elder Sun is not to be missed.

0 EPK – Tylor Dory Trio – Unsought Salvation (2019)

November 11, 2019
by Asher
· EPKs · Tylor Dory Trio

Tylor Dory Trio – Unsought Salvation (2019)

For fans of Porcupine Tree, Opeth, Devin Townsend, Dream Theater, Rush

Release Date: December 21, 2019

Label: Self Release

Track Listing:
1. The Righteous and the Rest (6:16)
2. Comatose (5:15)
3. The Fallen Man (5:45)
4. Dying Light (5:08)
5. The Spaces In Between (5:06)
6. East of Eden (5:49)
7. Glass Menagerie (5:28)
8. Marionettes (of Distant Masters) (4:37)
9. Into The Maelstrom (4:40)
10. Cenotaph (13:42)
Album Length: 1:01:52

Album Credits:
Music By: Tylor Dory Trio
Lyrics By: Tylor Dory
Produced By: Tylor Dory
Mix Engineer: Christer Cederberg (cederbergstudios.com)
Mastering Engineer: Jens Bogren (fascinationstreet.se)
Tylor Dory – Vocals, Guitars, and Synth
Slava Fedossenko – Bass
Jonathan Webster – Drums and Percussion
Bass, drums, and acoustic guitars recorded in Kristiansand, Norway – February of 2017 at Cederberg Studios with Engineer Christer Cederberg
Vocals, guitar DIs, and synth recorded in Edmonton, Alberta Canada at The Laboradory between May – October of 2017
Guitar re-amping done by Christer Cederberg
Album Art: Anxo Vizcaino (anxovizcaino.com)

Discography:
2019 – Unsought Salvation (LP)
2015 – Carried Away (EP)

Photo Credit – Renee Robyn

SHORT BIO

Tylor Dory Trio was conceived in late 2012 by guitarist/vocalist Tylor Dory and drummer Jonathan Webster. Wanting to step aside from playing in extreme metal bands, Dory and Webster decided to form the duo to explore the music close to their hearts – proggy weird stuff. The trio was completed in late 2013 after the addition of their bassist Slava Fedossenko.

Bringing together influences like Opeth, Alice In Chains, and Rush; TDT is characterized by proficient musicianship, tight songwriting, and powerful hooks. It’s progressive metal that isn’t pretentious. TDT loves pushing the boundaries of what a power trio can accomplish, but above all else, it’s about the songs.

Musically, they take their fans on a journey through light and dark tonalities, crushing heaviness to ethereal cleanliness, through peaks and valleys that end up coming full circle.

Their latest full length “Unsought Salvation” was recorded with the prolific Christer-Andre Cederberg at his studio in Kristiansand, Norway in February 2017, to be released December 20, 2019, to follow their 2015 EP “Carried Away”

LONG BIO

Tylor Dory Trio was conceived in late 2012 by guitarist/vocalist Tylor Dory and drummer Jonathan Webster. Wanting to step aside from playing in extreme metal bands, Dory and Webster decided to form the duo to explore the music close to their hearts – proggy weird stuff. Over time, the project took on new members, and other names, and by the time the first EP was scheduled to be released, it had distilled down to three. The trio was completed in late 2013 after the addition of their bassist Slava Fedossenko.

Even though Dory’s name is used for the band as the primary songwriter, writing is a collaborative process with each musician contributing equally to the process. Bringing together influences like Opeth, Alice In Chains, and Rush; TDT is characterized by proficient musicianship, tight songwriting, and powerful hooks. It’s progressive metal that isn’t pretentious. TDT loves pushing the boundaries of what a power trio can accomplish, but above all else, it’s about the songs.

After retooling their sound to complement their lineup, the band released their debut EP “Carried Away” in September of 2015. Showcasing powerful vocal harmonies, complex but catchy riffs and adventurous arrangements, “Carried Away” is a sign of things to come from a band not afraid to stretch out and think big. Musically, they take their fans on a journey through light and dark tonalities, crushing heaviness to ethereal cleanliness, through peaks and valleys that end up coming full circle. With lyrical themes involving personal events, current divides in society and the desire to see them mended and philosophical questions.

0 Sven Gali – You Won’t Break Me (2019) (single)

October 30, 2019
by Asher
· EPKs · Sven Gali

Sven Gali – You Won’t Break Me (2019) (single)

For fans of Motley Crue, Guns and Roses, Skid Row (old records), Breaking Benjamin (new single)

Release Date: October 23, 2019

Label: Self Release

Concert Dates:
Nov 29 – St. Catharines, ON – Warehouse
Dec 7 – Toronto, ON – Rockpile
Dec 31 – Oshawa, ON – Oshawa Music Hall w/ I Mother Earth
April 25 – Hamilton, ON – The Studio Hamilton Place

Release Date: October 23, 2019
Label: Self Release
Distribution: CD Baby

Track Listing:
You Won’t Break Me (3:40)

Song Credits:
• You Won’t Break Me performed by:
David Wanless, Andy Frank, Shawn Minden, Sean Williamson, Dan Fila
•You Won’t Break Me written by:
Dave Wanless, Andy Frank, Shawn Minden, David Bendeth, Sean Williamson, Pattrick Mullock, Dan Fila
Produced by: David Bendeth
Mixed by: David Bendeth
Engineered by: Brian Robbins
Mastered by: Ted Jenson – Sterling Sound NYC
Members of SOCAN
MAPL / CANCON

Recording Band Line Up:
Dave Wanless (Vocals)
Andy Frank (Guitar)
Sean Minden (Bass)
Dan Fila (Drums)
Sean Williamson (Guitar)

Live Band Line Up:
Dave Wanless (Vocals)
Andy Frank (Guitar
Sean Minden (Bass)
Dan Fila (Drums)
Sean Williamson (Guitar)

Discography:
2018 – Kill The Lies (single)
1992 – Sven Gali (BMG, RCA)
1994 – In Wire (BMG, RCA)

Shared Stage w:
April Wine, Foreigner, Candlebox, Pearl Jam and Def Leppard, lots other Canadian acts

Tours and Festivals:
Toured extensively in Canada, US, and Europe in early to mid 90’s

Music Placements:
1993 – Labatt’s Genuine Draft TV commercial featuring the band (speaking and music)

Past Radio Charts:
Love Don’t Live Here Anymore was 1993’s nr 6 Cancon song of the year

Award Nominations:
1993 – Juno Award Nomination – Rock Album of The Year
1993 – Juno Award Nomination – Most Promising Group

1993 – Much Music Best Metal Video – Under The Influence – Watch here.

Formed in 1987 in Niagara Falls, Sven Gali brought the 80’s and 90’s hard rock/metal wave to Canada. They delivered their high-energy live show from coast to coast, and across the US and Europe for the next 9 years.

Twenty-five years after their debut album went Gold in Canada, in 2018 they came back with a monster new song called “Kill The Lies” recorded with legendary producer David Bendeth (Paramore, Breaking Benjamin, Bring Me The Horizon) that reached nr 3 on Top Rock Streams in Canada on the CBC.

In 2019 they released a follow-up track, “You Won’t Break Me” also produced by David Bendeth. Two more songs are being recorded before the end of 2019 for an EP release and in 2020 the band plans to put out 2 full albums of previously unreleased material from 1988 to 1996.

The band has sold out Canadian shows in 2018 and 2019 and will continue to play solo and festival dates in North America and Europe through 2020 and beyond.

The lineup includes all 3 remaining original members: Dave Wanless (vocals), Andy Frank (guitar), Shawn Minden (bass) and new members Sean Williamson (guitar) and Dan Fila (drums) from Canadian metal powerhouse and BMG label mates Varga.

Sven Gali built a name fast with their live shows; drawing growing crowds on the Canadian and US circuit while building their songwriting chops and a wild reputation. David Bendeth signed the band to BMG Music Canada in 1991 and produced the self-titled debut, released in 1992.

The album included singles and videos for “Under The Influence”, “Tie Dyed Skies”, “In My Garden”, and the ballad, “Love Don’t Live Here Anymore” (#6 CanCon song of 1993). It included a cover of Teenage Head’s “Disgusteen” featuring guest vocals by Frankie Venom. The video for “Under the Influence” won the MuchMusic Best Metal Video award in 1993. The band was nominated for Hard Rock Album of the Year and Most Promising Band at the Junos. Sven Gali went gold in Canada that year.

Sven Gali toured extensively throughout Canada and the USA, Germany, Belgium, Ireland, and the UK, headlining and on the bill with acts including April Wine, Foreigner, Candlebox, Pearl Jam and Def Leppard. They were a staple on MTV’s HeadBanger’s Ball in the UK and Europe.

Their follow up album, Inwire (1995), recorded at London Bridge Studios in Seattle, was produced by Kelly Grey (Candlebox, Brother Kane, Dokken) and featured guest musicians Christopher Thorn of Blind Melon, and Candlebox’s Kevin Martin and Scott Mercado.

Look out for Sven Gali on the road in the next few years.

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