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0 Feel The Rumbling of ESHTADUR’s “Thunderground” From New Album “In Darkness All Shadows Gone” Out Oct 2026

  • September 18, 2026
  • by Asher
  • · Eshtadur · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – September 18, 2026

Feel The Rumbling of ESHTADUR’s “Thunderground” From New Album “In Darkness All Shadows Gone” Out Oct 2026

New Album “In Darkness All Shadows Gone” Out October 2nd, 2026 via Rockshots Records

Colombian melodic death metal force ESHTADUR strikes again with “Thunderground,” the final single leading into their upcoming album “In Darkness All Shadows Gone,” set for release October 2nd via Rockshots Records.

Fast, heavy, and uncompromising, “Thunderground” channels the band’s signature blend of relentless riffing, razor‑sharp melodies, and a brooding atmosphere rooted in the album’s mystical narrative, delivering a fierce and focused snapshot of ESHTADUR’s evolving sound.

At the heart of the song stands the Thunder God, a celestial force associated with awakening and spiritual transformation. Inspired by traditions in which being struck by lightning can represent receiving a gift or a calling, “Thunderground” presents thunder as a force of both destruction and revelation, breaking through illusion to trigger a new state of consciousness.

This symbolism connects directly with the journey at the core of “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“. The Thunder God’s call is directed at The Crow, the shamanic figure who moves through the album’s narrative, where darkness becomes a path toward transformation and self-discovery. Rather than serving as an end in itself, destruction becomes the catalyst for awakening and the beginning of another stage in that journey.

The same sense of urgency shapes the music. Fast guitars and heavy, direct riffs propel the track forward while melodic guitar lines interact with the vocals to create a balance between aggression and atmosphere. The result is a concise and immediate song that places the intensity of ESHTADUR’s death metal foundations alongside the melodic character that defines the record.

That balance extends throughout “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“. Developed over four years, the twelve-track album brings together black and death metal foundations with melodic and symphonic elements, expanding the band’s sound through orchestral arrangements, layered vocals, and Tuvan vocal techniques.

The orchestral dimension was developed in collaboration with the Caldas Symphonic Orchestra, with sessions recorded at Batuta’s Theater in Manizales, Colombia. Produced by Jorg August, the album also features drums recorded by Michal Lysejko (Dieth) in Poland, while mixing and mastering were handled by Tomasz Zed Zalewski.

Following “Into The Woods”, “August’s Burdens” and “Omen Of Millennia”, “Thunderground” completes the series of singles leading into “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“, out October 2nd, 2026 via Rockshots Records.

For fans of Septicflesh, Dissection, and At The Gates.

Stream “Thunderground”: https://lnk.to/dBZm13

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Watch the Official Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZP4yoszcOtc

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Pre-order “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“: https://rockshots.eu/products/eshtadur-in-darkness-all-shadows-gone-cd​

Previous Videos:

Into The Woods – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewIYMme4L1c

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August’s Burdens – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pSRUm_mjvE

​”Omen Of Millennia” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKik4Z03Mcc

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Track Listing:​
1. Age of Antumbra – 2:00
2. Into The Woods – 4:41
3. Umbra – 6:22
4. August’s Burdens – 4:59
5. Fire Above Mountain Below – 5:08
6. Old Shaman Blind – 5:08
7. Thunderground – 3:40
8. Ruler of the Lake – 5:14
9. A Black Winged Waltz – 9:23
10. Nebulae (Virgo) – 5:09
11. Omen of Millennia – 3:56
12. Soy Real – 5:11
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​ESHTADUR are:
Jorg August – Vocals, guitars
Camilo Barbosa – Lead guitars
Andres Gonzalez – Bass
David Lopez – Drums

More info:

​https://rockshots.eu/​

​https://www.facebook.com/EshtadurOfficial/​

​https://www.instagram.com/eshtadur/​

BIOGRAPHY:

Founded in Colombia and active since 2007, ESHTADUR combines Gothenburg-influenced death metal, black metal, and classical composition with an interest in poetry, mysticism, existence, and cosmogony. The band has toured extensively across Europe and North America, sharing stages with artists including Behemoth, Deicide, Vader, Hate, and Exodus, and appearing at events such as 70000 Tons of Metal, Rock al Parque, and Grita Fest.

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0 A Journey Through Reincarnation ESHTADUR Summons New Video “Omen Of Millennia” From New Album “In Darkness All Shadows Gone” Out Oct 2026

  • September 4, 2026
  • by Asher
  • · Eshtadur · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – September 4, 2026

A Journey Through Reincarnation ESHTADUR Summons New Video “Omen Of Millennia” From New Album “In Darkness All Shadows Gone” Out Oct 2026

Colombian melodic death metal band ESHTADUR has released a live video for “Omen Of Millennia”, offering another glimpse into their forthcoming album, “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“, due October 2nd, 2026.

“Omen Of Millennia” brings together the melodic, symphonic and modern dimensions of ESHTADUR’s sound. The song explores cycles of existence, reincarnation, and spiritual inheritance, reflecting on how unresolved wounds, debts, and lessons may continue across lifetimes, while what has already been learned becomes something carried forward.

Jorg comments:

“This track is the omen for what’s coming next with ESHTADUR. It also represents a collaboration between Camilo and me: we created the song by approaching a more modern side of the band’s sound – something easy to listen to, easy to catch, and easy to remember.”

At its core, the omen represents both a warning and a promise: the announcement of an approaching transformation. This idea connects the song to the broader concept behind “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“, where the figure of The Crow acts as a guide through existence, death, the void and the unknown.

The collaboration between Jorg August and guitarist Camilo Barbosa gives “Omen Of Millennia” a distinctive place within the album, with Barbosa also contributing the track’s guitar solo. Its more immediate approach offers another perspective on ESHTADUR’s sound while remaining connected to the darker and symphonic character of the upcoming record.

The accompanying live video brings the track into ESHTADUR’s performance environment, reflecting the band’s direct approach to the stage and its focus on musicianship, the songs themselves, and the connection with the audience.

“Omen Of Millennia” is taken from ESHTADUR’s forthcoming twelve-track album, “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“. Four years in the making, the record expands the band’s melodic death metal foundations through extensive symphonic arrangements, layered vocals, and Tuvan voices, building its musical and conceptual identity around mysticism, transformation, and inner transmutation.

The album features the Caldas Symphonic Orchestra in Colombia, adding an orchestral dimension to its darker and more cinematic material. Produced by Jorg August, the record also features drums recorded in Poland by Michal Lysejko (Dieth) and was mixed and mastered by Tomasz Zed Zalewski.

Throughout “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“, The Crow serves as a recurring shamanic figure moving between existence, death, the void, and the unknown. Rather than presenting darkness simply as an oppressive force, the album approaches it as part of a broader journey toward transformation and self-discovery.
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Listen to “Omen Of Millennia“: https://lnk.to/w9iFfH​
​Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKik4Z03Mcc

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For fans of: Septicflesh, Dissection, At The Gates

​Pre-order “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“: https://rockshots.eu/products/eshtadur-in-darkness-all-shadows-gone-cd​

Previous Videos:

Into The Woods – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewIYMme4L1c​

August’s Burdens – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pSRUm_mjvE​

Track Listing:​
1. Age of Antumbra – 2:00
2. Into The Woods – 4:41
3. Umbra – 6:22
4. August’s Burdens – 4:59
5. Fire Above Mountain Below – 5:08
6. Old Shaman Blind – 5:08
7. Thunderground – 3:40
8. Ruler of the Lake – 5:14
9. A Black Winged Waltz – 9:23
10. Nebulae (Virgo) – 5:09
11. Omen of Millennia – 3:56
12. Soy Real – 5:11
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​ESHTADUR are:
Jorg August – Vocals, guitars
Camilo Barbosa – Lead guitars
Andres Gonzalez – Bass
David Lopez – Drums

More info:

​https://rockshots.eu/​

​https://www.facebook.com/EshtadurOfficial/​

​https://www.instagram.com/eshtadur/​

BIOGRAPHY:

Founded in Colombia and active since 2007, ESHTADUR combines Gothenburg-influenced death metal, black metal, and classical composition with an interest in poetry, mysticism, existence, and cosmogony. The band has toured extensively across Europe and North America, sharing stages with artists including Behemoth, Deicide, Vader, Hate, and Exodus, and appearing at events such as 70000 Tons of Metal, Rock al Parque, and Grita Fest.

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0 ESHTADUR Unleashes New Video “August’s Burdens” From New Album “In Darkness All Shadows Gone” Out Oct 2026

  • August 18, 2026
  • by Asher
  • · Eshtadur · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – August 18, 2026

ESHTADUR Unleashes New Video “August’s Burdens” From New Album “In Darkness All Shadows Gone” Out Oct 2026

Following the release of “Into The Woods“, Colombian melodic black/death metal outfit ESHTADUR returns with “August’s Burdens“, the second single from their upcoming fifth studio album “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“, scheduled for release on October 2nd, 2026 via Rockshots Records.

While the first single introduced listeners to the beginning of The Crow’s spiritual journey, “August’s Burdens” explores the consequences of that path. The song explores the weight, suffering, and spiritual afflictions carried by the human soul, expanding one of the central themes of the album’s narrative.

The title references the Augustus, a sacred and enlightened spiritual emperor whose wisdom transcends ordinary reality. Ancient traditions speak of the Three August Ones as primordial beings who brought forth sacred knowledge, including the I Ching, acupuncture, and other esoteric sciences. Within the composition, these burdens become both a curse and a path toward transcendence, reflecting the struggle between suffering and spiritual awakening.

Musically, “August’s Burdens” combines heavy riffs, catchy melodies, and a memorable chorus that intertwines vocal and guitar melodies throughout the song. Symphonic arrangements, melodic vocals, and a Tuvan chorus reinforce its shamanic atmosphere, while a guest guitar solo by Christopher Malmström (Darkane) adds another layer to the composition.

The accompanying lyric video offers another glimpse into the conceptual world of “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“, further expanding the narrative introduced with the album’s first single.

Jorg August comments:

“‘August’s Burdens’ represents the moment when knowledge becomes a responsibility. Every step taken by The Crow brings a deeper understanding but also a heavier burden to carry. The song reflects the idea that spiritual growth is inseparable from sacrifice.”

“In Darkness All Shadows Gone” follows a continuous conceptual narrative inspired by mysticism, philosophy, and personal transformation. “August’s Burdens” expands the story introduced by “Into The Woods,” revealing another chapter of the album’s symbolic journey.

Listen to “August’s Burdens”: https://lnk.to/dW18Ap​

Watch the official lyric video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pSRUm_mjvE

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“In Darkness All Shadows Gone” can be pre-ordered now from the Rockshots Records store at:
​https://rockshots.eu/cuhb5ys9ncs1ndx​

The album was produced by Jorg August, who also wrote the music, lyrics, compositions, and orchestral arrangements. The recordings took place at RockStar Studios Colombia, while the orchestra was recorded at Batuta’s Theater in Manizales, Colombia. The album was mixed and mastered by Tomasz “Zed” Zalewski, with additional mixing and mastering by Chris Clancy on “Fire Above Mountain Below” and “Umbra”. The cover artwork was created by Valesia Obscura.
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​For fans of: Septicflesh, Dissection, At The Gates.

Track Listing:​
1. Age of Antumbra – 2:00
2. Into The Woods – 4:41
3. Umbra – 6:22
4. August’s Burdens – 4:59
5. Fire Above Mountain Below – 5:08
6. Old Shaman Blind – 5:08
7. Thunderground – 3:40
8. Ruler of the Lake – 5:14
9. A Black Winged Waltz – 9:23
10. Nebulae (Virgo) – 5:09
11. Omen of Millennia – 3:56
12. Soy Real – 5:11
​
​ESHTADUR are:
Jorg August – Vocals, guitars
Camilo Barbosa – Lead guitars
Andres Gonzalez – Bass
David Lopez – Drums

More info:

​https://rockshots.eu/​

​https://www.facebook.com/EshtadurOfficial/​

​https://www.instagram.com/eshtadur/​

BIOGRAPHY:

Founded in Colombia and active since 2007, ESHTADUR combines Gothenburg-influenced death metal, black metal, and classical composition with an interest in poetry, mysticism, existence, and cosmogony. The band has toured extensively across Europe and North America, sharing stages with artists including Behemoth, Deicide, Vader, Hate and Exodus and appearing at events such as 70000 Tons of Metal, Rock al Parque and Grita Fest.

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ASHER MEDIA RELATIONS
Jon Asher – Music Publicist
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jon[@]ashermediarelations[.]com
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0 ESHTADUR Unveils Music Video “Into The Woods” From New Album “In Darkness All Shadows Gone” Out Oct 2026

  • July 22, 2026
  • by Asher
  • · Eshtadur · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – July 22, 2026

ESHTADUR Unveils Music Video “Into The Woods” From New Album “In Darkness All Shadows Gone” Out Oct 2026

Colombian melodic black/death metal band ESHTADUR announce their new full-length album, “In Darkness All Shadows Gone“, due for release on October 2nd, 2026 through Rockshots Records.

The announcement is accompanied by “Into The Woods”, the first single and official video introducing the musical and conceptual journey behind the record.

Developed over four years, “In Darkness All Shadows Gone” consists of twelve compositions combining melodic black and death metal, symphonic arrangements, layered vocals, Tuvan throat singing and atmospheric passages. Recorded with the Caldas Symphonic Orchestra, the album expands the band’s established sound while maintaining the combination of heavy riffing, dark melodies and orchestral textures that has shaped its identity.

The album follows a conceptual journey through mysticism, transformation and inner transmutation. At the centre of the narrative stands The Crow, a shamanic figure moving between existence, death, emptiness and the unknown. Acting as both master and apprentice, The Crow guides the listener through a process of isolation, self-discovery and spiritual awakening, where darkness becomes not only an oppressive force but also a path towards understanding the self.

Across the record, ESHTADUR explore the relationship between darkness and the light contained within each individual. The songs draw upon occult symbolism, cosmic philosophy, ancestral knowledge and human emotion, forming a continuous narrative rather than a collection of disconnected tracks. Musically, black and death metal alternate as leading forces throughout the album, supported by melodic writing, cinematic orchestration and folk-rooted elements.

Jorg August comments on the creation of the album:

“We worked on this material for four years. It is a long album with twelve tracks, symphonic arrangements, a real orchestra, many vocal layers and Tuvan voices. At times, it felt like a giant puzzle, but everything finally came together. We are proud of the result and grateful to everyone who helped us build it. A crow is calling.”

The first single, “Into The Woods,” represents the call to initiation and the first step into the album’s inner world. The listener is invited to leave behind external noise and enter the forest alone, confronting silence, memory, and self-delusion. Inspired by contemplative philosophies and the idea of returning to nature as a means of self-discovery, the song presents the forest as both a physical place and a metaphorical descent into consciousness.

Musically, “Into The Woods” combines fast melodic and aggressive guitar riffs, alternate-picked passages, dark orchestration, dissonant elements, ancestral chants and forceful vocals. The track establishes the balance between aggression, melody and atmosphere that continues throughout the album, while its lyrics address inner turmoil, past trauma and the need to confront fear before transformation can begin.

The accompanying official video focuses on frontman Jorg August, who is guided by the symbolic Crow into the forest and towards the first dimension of the album’s narrative. The visual interpretation reinforces the song’s themes of solitude, initiation and departure, presenting the journey as an individual mission in search of a deeper understanding of the self.

Listen to “Into The Woods”: ​https://lnk.to/N8qobN

​Watch the official video: ​https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewIYMme4L1c

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“In Darkness All Shadows Gone” will be available from October 2nd, 2026 through Rockshots Records. The album can be pre-ordered now from the Rockshots Records store at:
​https://rockshots.eu/cuhb5ys9ncs1ndx​

The album was produced by Jorg August, who also wrote the music, lyrics, compositions, and orchestral arrangements. The recordings took place at RockStar Studios Colombia, while the orchestra was recorded at Batuta’s Theater in Manizales, Colombia. The album was mixed and mastered by Tomasz “Zed” Zalewski, with additional mixing and mastering by Chris Clancy on “Fire Above Mountain Below” and “Umbra.” The cover artwork was created by Valesia Obscura.
​
​For fans of: Septicflesh, Dissection, At The Gates.

Track Listing:​
1. Age of Antumbra – 2:00
2. Into The Woods – 4:41
3. Umbra – 6:22
4. August’s Burdens – 4:59
5. Fire Above Mountain Below – 5:08
6. Old Shaman Blind – 5:08
7. Thunderground – 3:40
8. Ruler of the Lake – 5:14
9. A Black Winged Waltz – 9:23
10. Nebulae (Virgo) – 5:09
11. Omen of Millennia – 3:56
12. Soy Real – 5:11
​
​ESHTADUR are:
Jorg August – Vocals, guitars
Camilo Barbosa – Lead guitars
Andres Gonzalez – Bass
David Lopez – Drums

More info:

​https://rockshots.eu/​

​https://www.facebook.com/EshtadurOfficial/​

​https://www.instagram.com/eshtadur/​

BIOGRAPHY:

Founded in Colombia and active since 2007, ESHTADUR combines Gothenburg-influenced death metal, black metal and classical composition with an interest in poetry, mysticism, existence and cosmogony. The band has toured extensively across Europe and North America, sharing stages with artists including Behemoth, Deicide, Vader, Hate and Exodus and appearing at events such as 70000 Tons of Metal, Rock al Parque and Grita Fest.

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ASHER MEDIA RELATIONS
Jon Asher – Music Publicist
#.514.581.5780
jon[@]ashermediarelations[.]com
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0 ESHTADUR’s New Guitar Playthrough Unleashes The Wisdom of “Fire Above Mountain Below”

  • December 22, 2023
  • by Asher
  • · Eshtadur · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – December 22, 2023

ESHTADUR’s New Guitar Playthrough Unleashes The Wisdom of “Fire Above Mountain Below”

Guitarist Jorg August of Colombian melodic death metal quartet Eshtadur is unlocking the wisdom of his latest guitar playthrough for the band’s newest single “Fire Above Mountain Below”. Jorg comments:

“Fire Above Mountain Below” conjures the ancient wisdom of the pre-Colombian tribes, phrasing 6/8 as a bambuco (Colombian folk rhythm) counterparts both guitars as the mystical connection that the mountain and the fire emerge in powerful magical forces.”

“Fire Above Mountain Below,” also incorporates traditional Colombian folk instruments like the Tiple, adding a distinctive cultural layer to Eshtadur’s music. The song tells the tale of a time long past when ancient mountain tribes lived in harmony with nature until Christianized settlers brought forth a dark chapter, displacing and even annihilating these tribes in pursuit of wealth and power.

The playthrough can be viewed via its premiere on TechnicalMusicReview HERE.

And music video for the track can be viewed at https://youtu.be/Ft6AbiHlf_A

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Along with it be available on digital platforms from Blood Blast Distribution at https://bfan.link/fire-above-mountain-below

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Eshtadur’s previous single and music video “Umbra”, can be seen and heard at https://youtu.be/9K60H6fn8vo.

At the core of Eshtadur‘s music lies a deep passion for poetry, mysticism, and the exploration of existence and cosmogony. Conceptually rooted in darkness, combining melodic and catchy elements that draw inspiration from a diverse range of musical genres, including Gothenburg death metal, black metal, and classical compositions They have had the honor of touring extensively in Europe and North America, playing alongside bands such as Cradle of Filth, Batushka, and Sepultura, and making an appearance at the revered 70000 tons of metal. They are recommended for fans of Behemoth, Dimmu Borgir, and At The Gates.

More Info: Eshtadur.com | Facebook.com/EshtadurOfficial | Instagram.com/eshtadur​

About: ESHTADUR was founded in the fall of 2005 by Jorg August releasing the ‘Timo Be Timo’ Demo with a sound in the vein of At The Gates, Dimmu Borgir, and Septicflesh. Since then, they have released a pair of EP’s and a strong four albums. ESHTADUR, meaning the rebellion of angels, can be most closely likened to bands such as Septic Flesh, Behemoth, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Carach Angren, and the like. Like their scene counterparts, the band embodies a deathly melodic atmosphere that reaches into realms of darkness and despair through the decay of humanity. It seeks to rebel, in its darkened way, embracing the abject reality.
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Their rich touring history includes performances across Colombia, Peru, Mexico, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia. They have shared the stage and toured with Cradle of Filth, Vader, Graveworm, Sepultura, Aborted, and Decapitated in Rock Al Parque 2016.

Their 2017 release, via Bleeding Music Records, “Mother Gray” is an expression of planetary death and putrefaction. The scathing release saw the band touring 8 countries in Europe through 2018, and then visiting the United States for the first time for the “Gray America Tour” including Mexico. Now the band has signed the latest album “From The Abyss” with Blood Blast Distribution (by Nuclear Blast) and distributed physically by Hateworks (LA).
​
In 2022, the band toured supporting Batushka and Diabolical, this time visiting Romania, Bulgaria, Greece, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, and Switzerland.

In 2023, Eshtadur played at the 70000tons of Metal being the only band from Colombia. Eshtadur is gathering mist forces to fill your soul on their next visit with darkened despair as they set to release their new single “Umbra’ in September 2023 via Blood Blast Distribution.

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0 Let The Spirits Guide You With Video For Colombia’s ESHTADUR’s Melodic Death “Fire Above Mountain Below”

  • October 31, 2023
  • by Asher
  • · Eshtadur · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – October 31, 2023

Let The Spirits Guide You With Video For Colombia’s ESHTADUR’s Melodic Death “Fire Above Mountain Below”

Colombian melodic death metal quartet Eshtadur once again invites listeners to get lost in their dark soundscapes with their latest single “Fire Above Mountain Below”. This is the second single they have released this year, after September’s “Umbra”, (https://youtu.be/9K60H6fn8vo), both of which are complimented with a video.

“Combining ancestral elements from folk and adding a full symphonic orchestra, this 6/8 song brings what Eshtadur likes the most, catchy melodies and deep mourning riffs all around. As we share this musical journey, we invite you to explore the echoes of the past and the spirits that continue to whisper in the mountains. Let this track be your guide into a world where the mysteries of nature and humanity converge. Discover the magic of our music today, and join us in paying homage to the eight great spirits.”

“Fire Above Mountain Below,” also incorporates traditional Colombian folk instruments like the Tiple, adding a distinctive cultural layer to Eshtadur’s music. The song tells the tale of a time long past when ancient mountain tribes lived in harmony with nature until Christianized settlers brought forth a dark chapter, displacing and even annihilating these tribes in pursuit of wealth and power.

At the core of Eshtadur‘s music lies a deep passion for poetry, mysticism, and the exploration of existence and cosmogony. Conceptually rooted in darkness, combining melodic and catchy elements that draw inspiration from a diverse range of musical genres, including Gothenburg death metal, black metal, and classical compositions They have had the honor of touring extensively in Europe and North America, playing alongside bands such as Cradle of Filth, Batushka, and Sepultura, and making an appearance at the revered 70000 tons of metal. They are recommended for fans of Behemoth, Dimmu Borgir, and At The Gates.

Watch and listen to the music video for “Fire Above Mountain Below” at https://youtu.be/Ft6AbiHlf_A

​

“Fire Above Mountain Below” is available as of October 31, 2023, on all digital platforms from Blood Blast Distribution at https://bfan.link/fire-above-mountain-below​

More Info: Eshtadur.com | Facebook.com/EshtadurOfficial | Instagram.com/eshtadur​

About: ESHTADUR was founded in the fall of 2005 by Jorg August releasing the ‘Timo Be Timo’ Demo with a sound in the vein of At The Gates, Dimmu Borgir, and Septicflesh. Since then, they have released a pair of EP’s and a strong four albums. ESHTADUR, meaning the rebellion of angels, can be most closely likened to bands such as Septic Flesh, Behemoth, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Carach Angren, and the like. Like their scene counterparts, the band embodies a deathly melodic atmosphere that reaches into realms of darkness and despair through the decay of humanity. It seeks to rebel, in its darkened way, embracing the abject reality.
​
Their rich touring history includes performances across Colombia, Peru, Mexico, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia. They have shared the stage and toured with Cradle of Filth, Vader, Graveworm, Sepultura, Aborted, and Decapitated in Rock Al Parque 2016.

Their 2017 release, via Bleeding Music Records, “Mother Gray” is an expression of planetary death and putrefaction. The scathing release saw the band touring 8 countries in Europe through 2018, and then visiting the United States for the first time for the “Gray America Tour” including Mexico. Now the band has signed the latest album “From The Abyss” with Blood Blast Distribution (by Nuclear Blast) and distributed physically by Hateworks (LA).
​
In 2022, the band toured supporting Batushka and Diabolical, this time visiting Romania, Bulgaria, Greece, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, and Switzerland.

In 2023, Eshtadur played at the 70000tons of Metal being the only band from Colombia. Eshtadur is gathering mist forces to fill your soul on their next visit with darkened despair as they set to release their new single “Umbra’ in September 2023 via Blood Blast Distribution.

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0 EPK – Eshtadur – Fire Above Mountain Below (single) (2023) (Blood Blast Distribution)

  • October 31, 2023
  • by Asher
  • · EPKs · Eshtadur

EPK – Eshtadur – Fire Above Mountain Below (single) (2023) (Blood Blast Distribution)

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

“Combining ancestral elements from folk and adding a full symphonic orchestra, this 6/8 song brings what Eshtadur likes the most, catchy melodies and deep mourning riffs all around. As we share this musical journey, we invite you to explore the echoes of the past and the spirits that continue to whisper in the mountains. Let this track be your guide into a world where the mysteries of nature and humanity converge. Discover the magic of our music today, and join us in paying homage to the eight great spirits.” – Jorg August – Eshtadur

Hypocrisy, Septicflesh, Behemoth, Dimmu Borgir, At The Gates, Arch Enemy

Single Title: Fire Above Mountain Below
Release Date: October 31, 2023
Distribution: Blood Blast Distribution

Eshtadur.com | Facebook.com/EshtadurOfficial | Instagram.com/eshtadur | Twitter.com/eshtadur | YouTube.com

Eshtadur.bandcamp.com | Spotify

All Links: https://linktr.ee/Eshtadur

Digital Single – https://bfan.link/fire-above-mountain-below

“Eshtadur Brings Their Brand of Death Metal Deep Into the Shadows with “Umbra”… the track is dark and dense, almost like its namesake — an umbra is the fully shaded and darkest part of a shadow, commonly realized during an eclipse. To match that level of darkness, the band recruited the Caldas Symphony Orchestra to add its cellos, violins, and horns to the band’s sound. Additionally, they used a Colombian folk instrument known as the tiple, along with speakers of “an ancient native language known as “Purhepecha” originating from Michoacán (precolombine ancient America C.1200).” According to the band’s mastermind Jorg August, “Umbra” stands out among the rest of the project’s discography as a particularly haunting track.” – Metal Sucks (2023 Umbra – single)

“Eshtadur have been one of my favorite melodic death metal bands for a while now. They’ve always had a unique sound, powerful vision and a driving death metal energy that has kept their sound exciting for years now. Their new single, “Cornered At The Earth,” is a perfect representation of what these Colombian death metallers have been concocting for years now. With stints touring with bands like Cradle Of Filth, Vader, and Abaddon, these guys clearly aren’t fucking around. Their upcoming record, Mother Gray, due out in May, is an absolute motherfucker of a release. In a world where metal seems to be increasingly intellectual and dorky, it’s somehow reassuring to have a song like this one that makes no aspersions about its At The Gates and Soilwork worship, blasting out of the gate and forcing us to choke on the bitter medicine that Eshtadur provide.” – Metal Injection (2017 – Mother Gray – Album)

Previous Single – Umbra

Single Title: Fire Above Mountain Below
Release Date: October 31, 2023
Distribution: Blood Blast Distribution

Single Length: Fire Above Mountain Below (4:55)

Single Credits:
– Song performed by Eshtadur
– Written by Jorg August
– Produced by Jorg August
– Mixed & mastered by Chris Clancy
– Artwork by Andkill

Single Lineup:
– Guitars, bass, orchestral arrangement, tiple & vocals by Jorg August
– With Caldas Symphonyc Orchestra
– Drums by Michal lysejko
– Guitar Solo by Hubert Wiecek

Live Band Lineup:
– Jorg August (Guitars & Vocals)
– Andres Gonzalez (Bass)
– Johnatan Valderrama (Lead Guitars)
– David Lopez (Drums)

L-R Eshtadur Line Up: David Lopez (Drums), Johnatan Valderrama (Guitars), Jorg August (Guitars & Vocals), Andres Gonzalez (Bass)

Photo Credit by Jorge Muñoz

ESHTADUR was founded in the fall of 2005 by Jorg August releasing the ‘Timo Be Timo’ Demo with a sound in the vein of At The Gates, Dimmu Borgir, and Septicflesh. Since then, they have released a pair of EPs and a strong four albums. ESHTADUR, meaning the rebellion of angels, can be most closely likened to bands such as Septic Flesh, Behemoth, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Carach Angren, and the like. Like their scene counterparts, the band embodies a deathly melodic atmosphere that reaches into realms of darkness and despair through the decay of humanity. It seeks to rebel, in its darkened way, embracing the abject reality.

Their rich touring history includes performances across Colombia, Peru, Mexico, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia. They have shared the stage and toured with Cradle of Filth, Vader, Graveworm, Sepultura, Aborted, and Decapitated in Rock Al Parque 2016.

Their 2017 release, via Bleeding Music Records, “Mother Gray” is an expression of planetary death and putrefaction. The scathing release saw the band touring 8 countries in Europe through 2018, and then visiting the United States for the first time for the “Gray America Tour” including Mexico. Now the band has signed the latest album “From The Abyss” with Blood Blast Distribution (by Nuclear Blast) and distributed physically by Hateworks (LA).

In 2022, the band toured supporting Batushka and Diabolical, this time visiting Romania, Bulgaria, Greece, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, and Switzerland.

In 2023, Eshtadur played at the 70000tons of Metal being the only band from Colombia. Eshtadur is gathering mist forces to fill your soul on their next visit with darkened despair as they set to release their new singles “Umbra’ in September 2023 and “Fire Above Mountain Below” in October 2023 via Blood Blast Distribution.

Discography:
2023 – Fire Above Mountain Below – Single
2023 – Umbra – Single
2021 – From The Abyss – Album
2017 – Mother Gray – Album
2016 – Oblivion – EP
2014 – Burning Heart – Single
2013 – Stay Away From Evil – Album
2011 – Dominated by Dummies – Album
2007 – Rebellion of Angels – EP

Shared Stage with: Summernor’s Circle, Graveworm, Cradle of Filth, Vader, Batushka, Diabolical, Bleeding Utopia, Sepultura, Anvil

Tour and Festivals
2023 – US Tour w/ Summoner’s Circle
2023 – 70,000 Tons of Metal Cruise
2022 – European Tour with Batushka 17 shows 10 countries
2019 – Gray America tour headlining USA and Mexico
2018 – European tour headlining 13 shows 8 countries
2016 – Rock al parque Colombia

0 Colombia’s ESHTADUR Conjures Cosmic Melodic Death Metal With “Umbra” + US Tour Dates w/ Summoner’s Circle

  • September 14, 2023
  • by Asher
  • · Eshtadur · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – September 14, 2023

Colombia’s ESHTADUR Conjures Cosmic Melodic Death Metal With “Umbra”

US Tour Dates w/ Summoner’s Circle

L-R Eshtadur Line Up: David Lopez (Drums), Johnatan Valderrama (Guitars), Jorg August (Guitars & Vocals), Andres Gonzalez (Bass)

Photo Credit by Jorge Muñoz

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Hailing from Colombia, Eshtadur is a cosmic melodic death metal force that sails forth to consume everything in its path. It has been a one-man project since 2009 and has produced five albums since then covering themes such as mysticism, magic, philosophy, humanity, and ancient shamanism. There is a new single “Umbra”, which dives deep into those themes as explained further by Jorg August:

“This is the purest and darkest song I’ve ever written, evoking existence and cosmos. There’s a unique moment, a special frame of time when conjure is in its most powerful phase, the darkest side of shadows where light is almost gone, the umbra, far beyond the penumbra, and there… what happens, what can’t be measured, what can’t be touched or palpated, intangible obscurity, mighty magic in the hands of a mystique and ancient entity, the shaman.”

August considers himself lucky to have been able to employ the services of the Caldas Symphony Orchestra to contribute cellos, violins, and horns to the aggressive drums, and mystique Colombian original folk instrument “Tiple” as well as an ancient native language known as “Purhepecha” originating from Michoacán (precolombine ancient America C.1200).

The darkest song of Eshtadur, is profound and dense with heavy guitars and growls, “Umbra” takes melodic death metal into a new realm of creativity and traditional sounds. It is recommended for fans of Hypocrisy, Septic Flesh, and Behemoth.

Watch and listen to the music video for “Umbra” at https://youtu.be/9K60H6fn8vo

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Digital – https://bfan.link/eshtadur-umbra

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The From Beyond Tour ESHTADUR & SUMMONER’S CIRCLE​
9.13 – Grand Junction, CO – Mesa Theater
9.17 – Euless, TX – Big Rob’s
9.18 – Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live
9.19 – New Orleans, LA – The Goat
9.20 – Crestview, FL – Jimmy’s Jukebox
9.21 – Tampa, FL – Brass Mug
9.24 – Orlando, FL – Uncle Lou’s Entertainment Hall
9.25 – Jacksonville, FL – Jack Rabbits
9.26 – Savannah, GA – Southbound Brewing Co.
9.27 – Spartanburg, SC – Ground Zero
9.28 – Charlotte, NC – The Milestone Club
9.29 – Richmond, VA – Another Round Bar & Grill

More Info: Eshtadur.com | Facebook.com/EshtadurOfficial | Instagram.com/eshtadur​

About: ESHTADUR was founded in the fall of 2005 by Jorg August releasing the ‘Timo Be Timo’ Demo with a sound in the vein of At The Gates, Dimmu Borgir, and Septicflesh. Since then, they have released a pair of EP’s and a strong four albums. ESHTADUR, meaning the rebellion of angels, can be most closely likened to bands such as Septic Flesh, Behemoth, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Carach Angren, and the like. Like their scene counterparts, the band embodies a deathly melodic atmosphere that reaches into realms of darkness and despair through the decay of humanity. It seeks to rebel, in its darkened way, embracing the abject reality.
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Their rich touring history includes performances across Colombia, Peru, Mexico, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia. They have shared the stage and toured with Cradle of Filth, Vader, Graveworm, Sepultura, Aborted, and Decapitated in Rock Al Parque 2016.

Their 2017 release, via Bleeding Music Records, “Mother Gray” is an expression of planetary death and putrefaction. The scathing release saw the band touring 8 countries in Europe through 2018, and then visiting the United States for the first time for the “Gray America Tour” including Mexico. Now the band has signed the latest album “From The Abyss” with Blood Blast Distribution (by Nuclear Blast) and distributed physically by Hateworks (LA).
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In 2022, the band toured supporting Batushka and Diabolical, this time visiting Romania, Bulgaria, Greece, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, and Switzerland.

In 2023, Eshtadur played at the 70000tons of Metal being the only band from Colombia. Eshtadur is gathering mist forces to fill your soul on their next visit with darkened despair as they set to release their new single “Umbra’ in September 2023 via Blood Blast Distribution.

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0 EPK – Eshtadur – Umbra (2023) (single)

  • September 12, 2023
  • by Asher
  • · EPKs · Eshtadur

EPK – Eshtadur – Umbra (2023) (single)

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

“This is the purest and darkest song I’ve ever written, I am very honored for being able to add a real symphonic orchestra and arrange whole parts, but my favorite addition besides “Purhepecha” an ancient native language of America, is the participation of a very beautiful folk instrument, original from Colombia, the tiple.” – Jorg August – Eshtadur

Hypocrisy, Septicflesh, Behemoth, Dimmu Borgir, At The Gates, Arch Enemy

Single Title: Umbra
Release Date: September 5, 2023
Distribution: Blood Blast Distribution

Eshtadur.com | Facebook.com/EshtadurOfficial | Instagram.com/eshtadur | Twitter.com/eshtadur | YouTube.com

Eshtadur.bandcamp.com | Spotify.com

All Links: https://linktr.ee/Eshtadur

“Eshtadur have been one of my favorite melodic death metal bands for a while now. They’ve always had a unique sound, powerful vision and a driving death metal energy that has kept their sound exciting for years now. Their new single, “Cornered At The Earth,” is a perfect representation of what these Colombian death metallers have been concocting for years now. With stints touring with bands like Cradle Of Filth, Vader, and Abaddon, these guys clearly aren’t fucking around. Their upcoming record, Mother Gray, due out in May, is an absolute motherfucker of a release. In a world where metal seems to be increasingly intellectual and dorky, it’s somehow reassuring to have a song like this one that makes no aspersions about its At The Gates and Soilwork worship, blasting out of the gate and forcing us to choke on the bitter medicine that Eshtadur provide.” – Metal Injection (2017 – Mother Gray – Album)

[Download Single Artwork | Download Single Lyrics]

Single Title: Umbra
Release Date: September 5, 2023
Distribution: Blood Blast Distribution

Single Length: Umbra (6:22)

Single Credits:
– Song performed by Eshtadur
– Written by Jorg August
– Produced by Jorg August
– Mixed & mastered by Chris Clancy
– Artwork by Conceptual anonymous various artists and IA

Single Lineup:
– Guitars, bass, orchestral arrangement, tiple & vocals by Jorg August
– With Caldas Symphonyc Orchestra
– Drums by Michal lysejko
– Guitar Solo by Hubert Wiecek

Live Band Lineup:
– Jorg August (Guitars & Vocals)
– Andres Gonzalez (Bass)
– Johnatan Valderrama (Lead Guitars)
– David Lopez (Drums)

L-R Eshtadur Line Up: David Lopez (Drums), Johnatan Valderrama (Guitars), Jorg August (Guitars & Vocals), Andres Gonzalez (Bass)

Photo Credit by Jorge Muñoz

ESHTADUR was founded in the fall of 2005 by Jorg August releasing the ‘Timo Be Timo’ Demo with a sound in the vein of At The Gates, Dimmu Borgir, and Septicflesh. Since then, they have released a pair of EP’s and a strong four albums. ESHTADUR, meaning the rebellion of angels, can be most closely likened to bands such as Septic Flesh, Behemoth, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Carach Angren, and the like. Like their scene counterparts, the band embodies a deathly melodic atmosphere that reaches into realms of darkness and despair through the decay of humanity. It seeks to rebel, in its darkened way, embracing the abject reality.

Their rich touring history includes performances across Colombia, Peru, Mexico, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia. They have shared the stage and toured with Cradle of Filth, Vader, Graveworm, Sepultura, Aborted, and Decapitated in Rock Al Parque 2016.

Their 2017 release, via Bleeding Music Records, “Mother Gray” is an expression of planetary death and putrefaction. The scathing release saw the band touring 8 countries in Europe through 2018, and then visiting the United States for the first time for the “Gray America Tour” including Mexico. Now the band has signed the latest album “From The Abyss” with Blood Blast Distribution (by Nuclear Blast) and distributed physically by Hateworks (LA).

In 2022, the band toured supporting Batushka and Diabolical, this time visiting Romania, Bulgaria, Greece, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, and Switzerland.

In 2023, Eshtadur played at the 70000tons of Metal being the only band from Colombia. Eshtadur is gathering mist forces to fill your soul on their next visit with darkened despair as they set to release their new single “Umbra’ in September 2023 via Blood Blast Distribution.

Discography:
2023 – Umbra – Single
2021 – From The Abyss – Album
2017 – Mother Gray – Album
2016 – Oblivion – EP
2014 – Burning Heart – Single
2013 – Stay Away From Evil – Album
2011 – Dominated by Dummies – Album
2007 – Rebellion of Angels – EP

Shared Stage with: Graveworm, Cradle of Filth, Vader, Batushka, Diabolical, Bleeding Utopia, Sepultura, Anvil

Tour and Festivals
2023 – US Tour w/ Summoner’s Circle
2023 – 70,000 Tons of Metal Cruise
2022 – European Tour with Batushka 17 shows 10 countries
2019 – Gray America tour headlining USA and Mexico
2018 – European tour headlining 13 shows 8 countries
2016 – Rock al parque Colombia

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