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0 Rockshots Records: Progressive Death ISLE OF THE CROSS New Music Video ‘The Wolf’ Debut Album “Excelsis” Out Now!

  • July 16, 2020
  • by Asher
  • · Isle of The Cross · Music News

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – July 16, 2020

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For fans of Symphony X, Ayreon, Opeth

Rockshots Records: ISLE OF THE CROSS New Music Video ‘The Wolf’

Debut Album “Excelsis” Out Now!

Progressive-death metal band ISLE OF THE CROSS have unleashed their new video ‘The Wolf’ in support of their debut album “Excelsis” released this past February via Rockshots Records.

The video is for tracks “The Wolf, Pt I. Invocation” and “The Wolf, Pt II. Sanctuary”.

Watch the video at this link HERE.  

The band explains in further detail:

“The two ‘Wolf’ tracks take a little diversion from the storyline on the album in order to pay homage and deliver a message to a small parish that celebrated its 50th anniversary this year.

‘The Wolf, Pt I. Invocation’ is an octagonal ritual where the leader welcomes and initiates the obliteration of the innocent minds of children. ‘The Wolf, Pt II. Sanctuary’ is a direct message to the small parish previously mentioned and quite timely as they celebrate their 50th anniversary this year. Though it truly is a universal message to all leaders and followers of religious sects and cults who are so violently overcome by their own self-righteous pride and arrogance; having a form of Godliness and blindly believing through their own willing enslavement that they are actually ‘serving God.’ One of the cardinal sins in the world and one radicals’ are highly fond of, is the brainwashing and tormenting of an innocent mind; especially that of a child. Though redemption is never too far of a reach for any of us and so of utmost importance is the closing monologue.”

Infusing a blend from the avant-garde realms of extreme, symphonic, melodic, and technical death-metal, ISLE OF THE CROSS is led by composer and multi-instrumentalist Je Schneider.

The debut full length “Excelsis” is a concept release based on a tale of two lovers amidst betrayal, murder and their search to reunite in the afterlife. From the immediate and vicious thrust of the opening track ‘Sacrifice’, the listener is quickly catapulted into an enigmatic journey of sonic power. From the furious to the melodious opuses on the album, the listener is enveloped in a dynamic exploration until the very end. At the heart of ISLE OF THE CROSS is the conveyance of depth, poignancy, and redemption through the endurance of tragedy.

‘Excelsis’ was produced, mixed and mastered by Je Schneider.
Album available at the following links:
Rockshots Records’ official store – (CD)
Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, Google Play HERE.


Track Listing:
1. Sacrifice (4:14)
2. Tartarus (8:25)
3. Excelsis (4:35)
4. The Wolf, Pt. I. Invocation (1:09)
5. The Wolf, Pt. II. Sanctuary (7:20)
6. Stars (6:25)
7. Empyrean (7:42)
8. Paradigm (4:21)
9. Breatheia (5:57)
10. The 9th Circle, Pt. I. Caina (2:28)
11. The 9th Circle, Pt. II. Judecca (0:53)
12. The 9th Circle, Pt. III. Inferno (8:34)
Album Length: 1:02:04

ISLE OF THE CROSS is:
Je Schneider – Lead Songwriter & Lyricist, Multi-Instrumentalist, Vocalist
Eric Gillette – Lead Guitar
Diane Lee – Vocals
Eric Castiglia – Vocals

For more info:
Rockshots.eu
IsleofTheCross.net
Facebook.com/Isleofthecross

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0 April 2020 – Powerplay Rock and Metal Magazine #albumreviews Isle of the Cross – Rockshots Records, Lost Legacy NY, The Oneira – Rockshots Records

  • June 4, 2020
  • by Asher
  • · Isle of The Cross · Lost Legacy · The Oneira

April 2020 – Powerplay Rock and Metal Magazine
#albumreviews
Isle of the Cross – Rockshots Records, Lost Legacy NY, The Oneira – Rockshots Records

http://powerplaymagazine.co.uk/issue-229/

0 May 2020 – Prog #109 – Isle of the Cross – Rockshots Records Pick up your copy

  • June 4, 2020
  • by Asher
  • · Isle of The Cross
May 2020 – Prog #109 – Isle of the Cross – Rockshots Records
Pick up your copy – https://www.loudersound.com/news/genesis-are-on-the-cover-of-the-new-issue-of-prog-on-sale-now

0 Rockshots Records: ISLE OF THE CROSS New Music Video ‘Stars’; Debut Album “Excelsis” Out Now!

  • April 27, 2020
  • by Asher
  • · Isle of The Cross · Music News

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – April 27, 2020

For fans of Symphony X, Ayreon, Opeth

Rockshots Records: ISLE OF THE CROSS New Music Video ‘Stars’

Debut Album “Excelsis” Out Now!

 

Progressive-death metal band ISLE OF THE CROSS have unleashed their new video ‘Stars’ in support of their debut album “Excelsis” released this past February via Rockshots Records. The track is a tale of the enrapturing love of two, who befall an early death, yet vow their unending devotion to reunite beyond this life and for eternity.

Watch the video at this link HERE.

Infusing a blend from the avant-garde realms of extreme, symphonic, melodic, and technical death-metal, ISLE OF THE CROSS is led by composer and multi-instrumentalist Je Schneider.

The debut full length “Excelsis” is a concept release based on a tale of two lovers amidst betrayal, murder and their search to reunite in the afterlife. From the immediate and vicious thrust of the opening track ‘Sacrifice’, the listener is quickly catapulted into an enigmatic journey of sonic power. From the furious to the melodious opuses on the album, the listener is enveloped in a dynamic exploration until the very end. At the heart of ISLE OF THE CROSS is the conveyance of depth, poignancy, and redemption through the endurance of tragedy.

‘Excelsis’ was produced, mixed and mastered by Je Schneider.
Album available at Rockshots Records’ official store – http://bit.ly/Excelsis_CD
Spotify
Apple Music


Track Listing:
1. Sacrifice (4:14)
2. Tartarus (8:25)
3. Excelsis (4:35)
4. The Wolf, Pt. I. Invocation (1:09)
5. The Wolf, Pt. II. Sanctuary (7:20)
6. Stars (6:25)
7. Empyrean (7:42)
8. Paradigm (4:21)
9. Breatheia (5:57)
10. The 9th Circle, Pt. I. Caina (2:28)
11. The 9th Circle, Pt. II. Judecca (0:53)
12. The 9th Circle, Pt. III. Inferno (8:34)
Album Length: 1:02:04

ISLE OF THE CROSS is:
Je Schneider – Lead Songwriter & Lyricist, Multi-Instrumentalist, Vocalist
Eric Gillette – Lead Guitar
Diane Lee – Vocals
Eric Castiglia – Vocals

For more info:
Rockshots.eu
IsleofTheCross.net
Facebook.com/Isleofthecross

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0 Rockshots Records: The World Is An ‘Inferno’ And ISLE OF THE CROSS Has A New Video For It!

  • March 17, 2020
  • by Asher
  • · Isle of The Cross · Music News

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – March 17, 2020

For fans of Symphony X, Ayreon, Opeth

Rockshots Records: The World Is An ‘Inferno’ And ISLE OF THE CROSS Has A New Video For It!

Debut Album “Excelsis” Out Now!

 

Progressive-death metal band ISLE OF THE CROSS have unleashed their new video ‘Inferno’ in support of their debut album “Excelsis” released this past February via Rockshots Records.

Watch it at this link https://youtu.be/uXbHeWtAVds

Band founder Je Schneider explains the video:

“Dante Alighieri was born in Florence, Italy in 1265. Dante’s Inferno, widely hailed as one of the great classics of Western literature, details Dante’s journey through the nine circles of Hell. This video includes Part II and III of the final realm of Dante’s Inferno:

The 9th Circle; Judecca and Inferno.

The 9th Circle, Pt. II. Judecca:

Judecca is where Dante gives a quick summation of his journey through the Inferno and as he approaches the final realm of the 9th Circle, he now from a distance sees Lucifer himself. Lucifer is enchained and deeply rooted in the lake of ice. The surrounding bodies within this region are completely covered in ice and there is no sound or movement. They cannot cry or communicate at all. 

The 9th Circle, Pt. III. Inferno:

Dante finally reaches the final ring of the entire Inferno. Beatrice makes her appearance more apparent and tells of her unending love and guidance for Dante. She and Virgil, Dante’s guide from the very beginning, emphatically encourage Dante to finish his journey as this realm proves to be the toughest of all. The entire Divine Comedy is summed up in the final words of the song which were written by Dante: Salvation’s path begins in hell.

The 9th Circle, is known as The Circle of Treachery and is considered the most evil because it opposes God’s greatest gift to mankind, love. The four rings are ordered in the degree of which they oppose love. People are expected to love family, country, and friends so the three outer rings are less severe. The inner ring is the ultimate sin because that is treachery against a benefactor, which violates a love that is freely given.”

You can also listen to Dante’s Inferno score by Je Schneider in its entirety: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDHfjTvQRznw7iX2Y-L6l4-HEJdKgHq28

Infusing a blend from the avant-garde realms of extreme, symphonic, melodic and technical death-metal, ISLE OF THE CROSS is led by composer and multi-instrumentalist Je Schneider.

The debut full length “Excelsis” is a concept release based on a tale of two lovers amidst betrayal, murder and their search to reunite in the afterlife. From the immediate and vicious thrust of the opening track ‘Sacrifice’, the listener is quickly catapulted into an enigmatic journey of sonic power. From the furious to the melodious opuses on the album, the listener is enveloped in a dynamic exploration until the very end. At the heart of ISLE OF THE CROSS is the conveyance of depth, poignancy, and redemption through the endurance of tragedy.

‘Excelsis’ was produced, mixed and mastered by Je Schneider.
Album available at Rockshots Records’ official store – http://bit.ly/Excelsis_CD
Spotify
Apple Music

Music Video – ‘Sacrifice’: https://youtu.be/kEXqU0voyn0


Track Listing:
1. Sacrifice (4:14)
2. Tartarus (8:25)
3. Excelsis (4:35)
4. The Wolf, Pt. I. Invocation (1:09)
5. The Wolf, Pt. II. Sanctuary (7:20)
6. Stars (6:25)
7. Empyrean (7:42)
8. Paradigm (4:21)
9. Breatheia (5:57)
10. The 9th Circle, Pt. I. Caina (2:28)
11. The 9th Circle, Pt. II. Judecca (0:53)
12. The 9th Circle, Pt. III. Inferno (8:34)
Album Length: 1:02:04

ISLE OF THE CROSS is:
Je Schneider – Lead Songwriter & Lyricist, Multi-Instrumentalist, Vocalist
Eric Gillette – Lead Guitar
Diane Lee – Vocals
Eric Castiglia – Vocals

For more info:
Rockshots.eu
IsleofTheCross.net
Facebook.com/Isleofthecross

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asher[@]ashermediarelations[.]com
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0 CGCM Podcast – Isle of the Cross – Excelsis (Album Review) – Rockshots Records

  • February 24, 2020
  • by Asher
  • · Isle of The Cross

CGCM Podcast – Isle of the Cross – Excelsis (Album Review) – Rockshots Records http://cgcmpodcast.com/isle-of-the-cross-excelsis-album-review/

0 Rockshots Records: Out Now! ISLE OF THE CROSS Debut Album “Excelsis”

  • February 21, 2020
  • by Asher
  • · Isle of The Cross · Music News

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – February 21, 2020

For fans of Symphony X, Ayreon, Opeth

Rockshots Records: Out Now! ISLE OF THE CROSS Debut Album “Excelsis”

 

Progressive-death metal band ISLE OF THE CROSS’ debut album “Excelsis” is now available as of Feb 21st via ROCKSHOTS RECORDS.

Infusing a blend from the avant-garde realms of extreme, symphonic, melodic and technical death-metal, ISLE OF THE CROSS is led by composer and multi-instrumentalist Je Schneider.

The debut full length “Excelsis” is a concept release based on a tale of two lovers amidst betrayal, murder and their search to reunite in the afterlife. From the immediate and vicious thrust of the opening track ‘Sacrifice’, the listener is quickly catapulted into an enigmatic journey of sonic power. From the furious to the melodious opuses on the album, the listener is enveloped in a dynamic exploration until the very end. At the heart of ISLE OF THE CROSS is the conveyance of depth, poignancy, and redemption through the endurance of tragedy.

‘Excelsis’ was produced, mixed and mastered by Je Schneider.
Album order available at ROCKSHOTS RECORDS’ official store – http://bit.ly/Excelsis_CD

Music Video – Sacrifice – https://youtu.be/kEXqU0voyn0

Single ‘Tartarus’ stream and download:
YouTube – https://youtu.be/KgEBS6385Xg
Spotify – https://spoti.fi/38OXfdG
iTunes – https://apple.co/2Pw6ffP


Track Listing:
1. Sacrifice (4:14)
2. Tartarus (8:25)
3. Excelsis (4:35)
4. The Wolf, Pt. I. Invocation (1:09)
5. The Wolf, Pt. II. Sanctuary (7:20)
6. Stars (6:25)
7. Empyrean (7:42)
8. Paradigm (4:21)
9. Breatheia (5:57)
10. The 9th Circle, Pt. I. Caina (2:28)
11. The 9th Circle, Pt. II. Judecca (0:53)
12. The 9th Circle, Pt. III. Inferno (8:34)
Album Length: 1:02:04

ISLE OF THE CROSS is:
Je Schneider – Lead Songwriter & Lyricist, Multi-Instrumentalist, Vocalist
Eric Gillette – Lead Guitar
Diane Lee – Vocals
Eric Castiglia – Vocals

For more info:
Rockshots.eu
IsleofTheCross.net
Facebook.com/Isleofthecross

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asher[@]ashermediarelations[.]com
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0 Heavy New York​- Isle of the Cross​- Excelsis Review – Rockshots Records​

  • February 20, 2020
  • by Asher
  • · Isle of The Cross

 

0 The Metal Crypt – Review of Isle of the Cross – Excelsis – Rockshots Records

  • February 17, 2020
  • by Asher
  • · Isle of The Cross

The Metal Crypt – Review of Isle of the Cross – Excelsis – Rockshots Records https://www.metalcrypt.com/pages/review.php?revid=11669

0 Pest Webzine – Interview w/ – Isle of the Cross – Rockshots Records

  • February 14, 2020
  • by Asher
  • · Isle of The Cross

Pest Webzine – Interview w/ – Isle of the Cross – Rockshots Records http://pestwebzine.com/index/isle_of_the_cross/0-2341

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