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0 NATE SILVA (ex-The Slyde) Announces Canadian Tour Dates (ON, QC, NB, NS, PEI) + New Video “Cauterize” Off Upcoming Album “The Chase” Out May 2024

March 20, 2024
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· Music News · Nate Silva

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NATE SILVA (ex-The Slyde) Announces Canadian Tour Dates (ON, QC, NB, NS, PEI) + New Video “Cauterize”

New Album “The Chase” Out May 2024

L to R: Dan Joseph (Bass, Vocals), Nate Silva (Lead Vocals, Guitar), Matt Babineau (Drums, Vocals)

Photo Credit Sean Sisk

Nate Silva is a Canadian guitarist and singer/songwriter who has traveled through several sonic worlds throughout his career such as touring North America and playing at the massive Wacken Open Air festival proving that his versatile guitar work and captivating tenor vocals shine across multiple musical genres. Now, embarking on a solo career, accompanied by drummer/vocalist Matt Babineau and bassist /vocalist Dan Joseph, he delivers a dynamic and versatile rock experience that builds on the high-energy foundation of his past endeavours.

To introduce his new direction to fans, he is gearing up to release his first album “The Chase” in May, and prior to that, the single “Cauterize”. Also, for those fortunate to be in the area, he is announcing album release shows in June and August. He shares his thoughts on the single:

“There is more 1990s alternative rock inspiration on this one, and likely the angriest song on the record. This is the uglier side of grieving the end of a relationship and trying to deal with infidelity. The words are pretty on the nose with this one, so I’ll let the lyrics speak for themselves. Musically, I wanted a groovier song on the album, and I also wanted a song that could have potential for jamming or opening up in the middle section in a live performance setting.”

As a natural-born performer, he is a delight to watch as he channels a commanding stage presence and encourages audience interaction. The live lineup presents as your classic rock power trio, and in a trio, every member has to be on top of their game onstage. They provide an engaging and rockin’ live show, where musical integrity and musicianship is combined with thoughtful songwriting.

The live video for “Cauterize” is available now and is recommended for fans of Danko Jones, Billy Talent, and Green Day.

Watch the live video at https://youtu.be/–zFdRHj_YY

and Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3VqmbCY

“The Chase” is out on May 3, 2024, and is available for pre-order at http://natesilvamusic.bandcamp.com.

Previous Single:

Music Video – “Burn” – https://youtu.be/zywOOX1Xx3I

Nate Silva Tour Dates:
May 31 – Ottawa, ON – Overflowing Brewing Co.
June 1 – Cornwall, ON – La Maison
June 3 – Montreal, QC – Casa Del Popolo
June 6 – Kingston, ON – The Mansion
June 7 – Huntsville, ON – Canvas Brewing
June 26 – Hamilton, ON – Casbah
June 27 – Peterborough, ON – Erben
June 28 – Toronto, ON – The Cameron House
June 29 – Barrie, ON – Queens Nightclub
Aug 8 – Ottawa, ON – Overflow Brewing Co. *
Aug 9 – Huntsville, ON – On The Docks Pub *
Aug 10 – North Bay, ON – Lou Dawg’s *
Aug 11 – Burk Falls, ON – Riverbowl *
Aug 15 – Toronto, ON – TBA *
Aug 16 – Brockville, ON – Keystorm Pub *
Aug 18 – Cornwall, ON – Lola’s Pub *
Aug 22 – Fredericton, NB – TBA *
Aug 23 – Charlottetown, PEI – Baba’s Lounge
Aug 24 – Moncton, NB – Happy Craft Brewing *
Aug 25 – Halifax, NS – Gus’ Pub *
* = Nate Silva Solo

Track Listing:
1-Best Damn Thing (3:12)
2-The Chase (feat. Dino Soares) (3.52)
3-Come Down (3:23)
4-Said And Done (5:09)
5-Burn! (3:06)
6-Cauterize (feat. Kevin Daoust) (4:24)
7-Perpetuate (5:46)

Album Band Line Up:
Nathan Da Silva – Lead Vocals, Guitars, Bass, Synthesizer
Shawn Sasyniuk – Drums, Percussion, Lap Steel Guitar on Track 5
Brendan Soares – Vocals on Tracks 2 & 3

Live Band Line Up:
Nathan Da Silva – Lead Vocals, Guitar
Dan Joseph – Bass, Vocals
Matt Babineau – Drums, Vocals

Album Credits:
– Written by Nathan Da Silva
– Produced by Nathan Da Silva
– Mixed by Shawn Sasyniuk, Crosspatch Studios, North Bay, Ontario, Canada.
– Mastered by Pierre Duchesne, Studio Ouie-Dire, Shefford, Quebec, Canada.
– SOCAN member / MAPL Canadian Content

More info: Natesilvamusic.com | Instagram.com/natesilvamusic | Facebook.com/natesilvamusic

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0 NOTSM Announces New Proggy, Groove Single “The Hedonic Treadmill” Off Upcoming Album “Only Death Brings Silence” Out May 2024

March 19, 2024
by Asher
· Music News · NOTSM

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Montreal, QC – March 19, 2024

NOTSM Announces New Proggy, Groove Single “The Hedonic Treadmill”

Debut Album “Only Death Brings Silence” Out May 2024

NOTSM, the brainchild of guitarist Matt Barkley, is proud to announce the release of their debut album “Only Death Brings Silence”. Set to unveil its haunting melodies and powerful riffs to the world this coming May 2024, the album is a testament to Barkley’s journey through the metal world. Accompanying this exciting news is the release of the record’s first single “The Hedonic Treadmill”. Barkley explains what’s in store:

“The Hedonic Treadmill” is a relentless onslaught of heavy metal energy, delving into the depths of human desire and the futile pursuit of satisfaction. With thunderous riffs and pounding drums, the song encapsulates the never-ending cycle of craving and disappointment. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the hedonic treadmill, where every attempt to find fulfillment leads only to emptiness and disillusionment. Despite moments of pleasure, the song warns of the inevitable descent back to dissatisfaction, echoing the struggles of those trapped in an endless pursuit of gratification.”

“The Hedonic Treadmill” is a captivating track that showcases NOTSM‘s signature blend of heavy metal, progressive and melodic elements. The accompanying lyric video, available on YouTube, provides a visual representation of the band’s dark and introspective sound.

This song starts with a headbanger of a riff that is clearly inspired by Meshuggah and the grooves don’t let go for the duration. It finishes off with a neat guitar melody that’s played on its own, and then the rest of the music comes in with a cool rhythmic pattern that eventually fades out. “The Hedonic Treadmill” is recommended for fans of Mors Principium Est, The Halo Effect, and Rivers of Nihil and can be heard at the following links:

Lyric Video – https://youtu.be/VS5THa8Eqc4

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3PoeVni

“Only Death Brings Silence” is due out on May 3, 2024, and available for pre-order at https://notsm.bandcamp.com/

Track Listing:
1. Humans (3:34)
2. Terminal (5:00)
3. The Hedonic Treadmill (4:50)
4. The Hedonic Treadmill 2 (4:40)
5. You Make Your Own Luck (4:21)
6. Only Death Brings Silence (11:51)
Total Length: 34:16

More info: Instagram.com/notsm.music | Facebook.com/notsm.music

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“I loved it, powerfull Metalcore energy with big guitar riffs, vocals are solid too (The Hedonic Treadmill). The production side is really good ! Bravo” – MANAGRAM Productions

“The song (The Hedonic Treadmill) is interesting, the vocals and guitar lines really hit hard, congrats. The production is good too.” Dreamfuss – Alt-rock

“We really dig this track (The Hedonic Treadmill), you can definitely feel the emotion and the passion in every aspects, we love how it moves from Metal, to Metal Core so effortlessly, as well as being very melodic.” – The Metal Asylum

“Brutal and precise! Love the metal!” – Buzz Slayers

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0 Rockshots Records – VICOLO INFERNO Unleash Video “Cold Surface” Off Third Studio Album “Circles” Out May 2024

March 19, 2024
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· Music News · Vicolo Inferno (Rockshots Records)

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Montreal, QC – March 19, 2024

VICOLO INFERNO Unleash Video “Cold Surface” Off Third Studio Album “Circles” Out May 2024

Rockshots Records is proud to present their latest signing of Italy’s VICOLO INFERNO for the release of their third studio “Circles”, which will be available on all streaming platforms along with CD this coming May 2024. Instinctive, energetic, melodic, dark, and intense, this is the quartet’s most mature and experimental recording to date.

“Circles” like its predecessor dances among various colors of the soul, from the most intimate and convoluted to the angry, to the amused and ironic. The track listing was chosen to guide the listener through a journey. The writing process for this record has been consolidated for years, although somewhat against the current.

“We are “romantic supporters” of songwriting in the rehearsal room. We always start from a vocal line or a guitar riff, and if there is inspiration, the first version is laid down, which is then refined and shaped over time like a piece of wood by a sculptor.” adds the band

Originally producing about 20 tracks, they widdled it down to the presenting 10 songs on the album, those not selected will be used for a future release. Vicolo Inferno hopes that those who listen to this sonic exploration from start to finish will feel the introspective expressions while understanding their interpretation of social criticisms, fantasies, and telling of comical experiences they have lived through as a band. An example track is “Gummy Bears” which is about soaking Gummy Bear candy in vodka which is a fun backstage tradition for them with friends and fans.

They also add about this next full-length:

“It is said that the third album is canonically the one of awareness; it is certainly the one in which we put more care into arranging the songs, where we experimented with some stylistic figures never used by us before, both in music and in singing. For once, we would like to venture to say that we think it is our best album (although it is always difficult to say which child you love most) for ideas and execution, but as always, the hope is to reach the audience, which will be the judge in deciding whether our feelings hit the mark or not.”

The lead single “Cold Surface”, which the band is presenting today, is the album’s most energetic and complete.

“Cold Surface” is an (introspective) of the difficulty of two people in being on the same wavelength, sometimes ending up being “distant” even if in the same room.” adds the band.

Listen to “Cold Surface” at the following links:

Music Video – https://youtu.be/C02NcNt2cCc

Digital – https://lnk.to/coldsurface

Recommended for fans of Alice in Chains, Black Sabbath, and Black Stone Cherry “Circles” is due out on May 31, 2024, and is available for digital pre-save plus CD pre-orders at the following links below:

CD: https://bit.ly/CirclesCD

Digital: https://lnk.to/CirclesVicoloInferno

Track Listing:
1. Hidden
2. Suspended
3. Sneeze In A Mob
4. Pieces
5. Wine Drops
6. Cold Surface
7. The Gift
8. Gummy Bears
9. Handle With S(Care)
10. The Circle

More info: Rockshots.eu | Facebook.com/vicoloinferno | Instagram.com/vicolo_inferno

VICOLO INFERNO BIOGRAPHY:

In 1504, an alley in “Forum Cornelii” (Imola, Bologna, Italy) wrote its history in blood: a bloody battle left its mark on the popular imagination and forever transformed the name of that narrow cobblestone path into “VICOLO INFERNO”.

In 2003, the encounter of the two founding members of the band Igor and Marco led shortly after to the release of their first demo “FIRE COVERZ.”

By 2005, the desire to propose original music production began to emerge, and the first 4 songs were collected in the EP demo “HELL’S ALLEY.”

The following years were marked by intense live activity, band contests, and recognitions.

In 2013, the band signed a contract with logic(il)logic Records for the release of their debut album “HOURGLASS.” Live promotion lasted throughout the year, reaching England in March 2014 with 6 dates.

In 2016, with the addition of Wallace on bass, the band completed the composition and recording of their 2nd album “STRAY IDEALS,” once again for logic IL logic Records.

Currently, the band, enriched by the new drummer Renzo Cuomo, has finished recording their 3rd album “CIRCLES,” set to be released on May 31, 2024, for Rockshots Records.

LINE UP:
Igor Piattesi – Vocals
Marco Campoli – Guitars
Wallace – Bass
Renzo Cuomo – Drums

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0 Rockshots Records – HYPERSONIC Unleashes Their Latest Anthem “My Sacrifice” ft. Mark Jansen (EPICA) Off Upcoming Album “Kaosmogonia” Out April 2024

March 15, 2024
by Asher
· HYPERSONIC (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 15, 2024

HYPERSONIC Unleashes Their Latest Anthem “My Sacrifice” ft. Mark Jansen (EPICA)

New Album “Kaosmogonia” Out April 2024

Album Guests – Mark Jansen (Epica), Francesco Paoli & Francesco Ferrini (Fleshgod Apocalypse),
Emma Zoldan & Nils Courbaron (Sirenia), the male choir from Teatro Massimo Bellini (Catania-Italy)

Prepare to be absorbed in Hypersonic’s powerful, symphonic, epic, extreme, and dramatic sound with their new track “My Sacrifice” featuring Mark Jansen of Epica. “My Sacrifice” carries on with that signature style which has seen Hypersonic redefine the limits of their music while still being true to themselves. With its high-flying harmonies, epic guitar solos, and non-stop power this song is bound to have you gasping for breath. This is a musical journey unlike any other as Hypersonic and Mark Jansen come together to make a work of art that will light up your senses and leave you wanting more. Don’t miss out on this year’s coolest metal collaboration – stream “My Sacrifice” now on all digital platforms at https://lnk.to/cb2y7U

The Italian symphonic metal powerhouse will be releasing its new album, “Kaosmogonia,” set to unleash this coming April 2024. “Kaosmogonia” is the culmination of Hypersonic’s musical evolution and is a testament to the band’s dedication to pushing creative boundaries and introducing new elements to their signature sound introducing their new singer Eleonora Russo whose exceptional songwriting qualities bring a fresh and dynamic dimension to the band’s music.

The album features Mark Jansen (Epica), Francesco Paoli & Francesco Ferrini (Fleshgod Apocalypse), Emma Zoldan & Nils Courbaron (Sirenia), the male choir from Teatro Massimo Bellini (Catania-Italy) and more. Artwork by Heilemania (Epica, Kamelot, Lindemann, Turilli/Lione Rhapsody).

“Kaosmogonia” is due out on April 12, 2024, and available for pre-order at https://bit.ly/KaosmogoniaCD

Music Video – Mother Earth – https://youtu.be/scoJ9GoyFH0

On March 17, Hypersonic will grace the stage at Elements Of Rock, offering an exclusive sneak peek into the sonic wonders that “Kaosmogonia” holds. Don’t miss this electrifying live experience! https://www.elementsofrock.com/

Track Listing:
01. Ápeiron
02. Angels & Demons
03. Veil Of Insanity
04. Mother Earth
05. You Bastard (Explicit)
06. My Sacrifice
07. Alone
08. Path Of Salvation
09. Against Myself
10. Revelation
11. Burning Inside
12. Anima
13. Mother Earth (Orchestral Version)

Hypersonic is:
ELEONORA RUSSO: Vocals
EMANUELE GANGEMI: Guitar
FRANCESCO CARUSO: Bass
DARIO CARUSO: Keyboards
SALVO GRASSO: Drums / Vocals

For more info: Rockshots.eu | Facebook.com/hypersonicband | Instagram.com/hypersonic_metalband

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0 CHUNKED Signs To Gore House Productions And Unleashes Primitive Death Metal EP “Inhaling the Infestation” (Digital + CD/Cassette Out May 2024)

March 15, 2024
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· CHUNKED (Gore House Productions) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 15, 2024

CHUNKED Signs To Gore House Productions And Unleashes Primitive Death Metal EP “Inhaling the Infestation” (Digital + CD/Cassette Out May 2024)

L-R: Arian Mauk (Vocals), Cole Taylor (Drums), James Stone (Bass), Dustin Mauk (Guitar)

Kingsport, Tennessee, USA’s brutal and unrelenting death metal act Chunked are pleased to announce their signing with Gore House Productions for the digital release of their EP “Inhaling the Infestation”. The record is a knuckle-dragging testament to primitive death metal and is set to drop digitally on March 15th and physical CD / Cassette on May 3rd, 2024.

Founded in 2023 by the visionary Arian Mauk, Chunked emerged with the sole purpose of crafting a personal favorite in the realm of death metal—something heavy, simple, and undeniably powerful. Initially intended as a one-off project, Chunked gained unexpected traction, leading Mauk to assemble a full band and continue the journey into the abyss of primal, visceral sound. He shares his thoughts on the upcoming release:

“This EP is a simple and effective type of death metal with no extra flair. Death metal down to its core. I wanted to create a memorable experience with this EP. With tracks like “Liquid Cranial Detonation” and “Concrete Veins” being shorter and catchier, and tracks like “Inhaling the Infestation” being more well structured and longer. For our next release, which will be a full-length, our fans can expect a minimum of 30 minutes of material.”

The artwork for “Inhaling the Infestation” is a cave outline that perfectly encapsulates the cavernous and chunky death metal that Chunked delivers—a no-frills, down-to-the-core death metal experience. It will make fans drag their knuckles on the ground like a Neanderthal and de-evolution back to their primitive state. It is recommended for fans of Mortician, Sanguisugabogg, and Torsofuck.

CD / Cassette pre-orders are available at https://store.gorehouseproductions.com/collections/chunked

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3VkWpzL

All Digital Platforms (Bandcamp, Apple Music) – https://orcd.co/inhaling-the-infestation

Track Listing:
1. Pulsing Excrement (2:59)
2. Liquid Cranial Detonation (2:12)
3. Concrete Veins (1:44)
4. Inhaling the Infestation (4:04)
5. Putridity (2:53)
6. Submerged in Rotten Sewage (4:15)
Album Length: 18:16

More info: Gorehouseproductions.com | Facebook.com/ChunkedBand | Instagram.com/chunkedband

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0 Finnish Horror Squad AS I MAY Release New Music Video “The Last Breath”

March 15, 2024
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· As I May · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 15, 2023

Finnish Horror Squad AS I MAY Release New Music Video “The Last Breath”

Scared of clowns or abandoned houses in the middle of the woods? Well… Finland’s AS I MAY is back with a killer video for their new single “The Last Breath” that will give you that much-needed horror fix. Combining modern low riffs with a little taste of deathcore plus synths that bring horror sweeps and atmosphere, As I May’s “horrorcore” sound delivers a catchy sing-along chorus to this chaos.

Vocalist/guitarist Lasse Hiltunen adds:

“This video was new territory for us. We shot in 3D and green screens. We thought that we could get that same atmosphere from the video that is in the song with lyrics such as “‘urn down the house’. Basically, the main idea came from that phrase and we needed a reason to burn a house, and have some murderous clowns. Let’s try those in there too. This video came out much more scarier than we thought.”

“The Last Breath” is the first single and title track off their yet-to-be-released third LP that was mixed and mastered by Christoph Wieczorek at Sawdust Recordings.

Watch the video for “The Last Breath” at https://youtu.be/py9SRf6Zj6I

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/49hySUB

As I May‘s music is all about combining metal/deathcore and vibes from horror movies to create HorrorCore. The band was formed in 2016 in Mikkeli, Finland. The band is known for big melodies, huge choruses, and hard-hitting riffs. As I May is one of the front-running acts in the new wave of Finnish metal bands being exported. Touring all over Europe, they have made a name for themselves along with over a million streams for their albums ‘Karu’ (2022) (Uprising Records) and ‘My Own Creations’ (2019) (Rock Shots Records, Spiritual Beast “Japan”).

AS I MAY is:
Lasse Hiltunen – Vocals, Guitars
Tipi Nokelainen – Vocals, Bass
Leevi Räsänen – Drums

For more info:
Facebook.com/asimay.official
Instagram.com/asimay_official

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0 IVY GARDENS Announces Eastern Canada GOON Tour (ON, QC, NB, NS, PEI) + New Music Video “Boner” Is The First Look At Their New Album “Goon” Out April 2024

March 15, 2024
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· Ivy Gardens · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 15, 2024

IVY GARDENS Announces Eastern Canada GOON Tour (ON, QC, NB, NS, PEI)

New Music Video “Boner” Is The First Look At Their New Album “Goon” Out April 2024

L-R – Sebastian Hogg (Keyboards), Andrew Blackborow (Guitar & Vocals), Joe Zandwyk (Drums & Vocals)

Photo Credit – Rachel Imre

Prepare for a relentless onslaught of vulgar, belligerent punk, sludge, and sweat as Ivy Gardens, the sonic architects of chaos, emerge from the shadows of Niagara, Ontario to tour across Eastern Canada this coming May 2024 (dates listed below) in support of their forthcoming first full-length album “Goon”, arriving on April 19, 2024. Brace yourself for an immersive experience as the band delivers a nearly endless stream of beaten-to-hell drums, searing organs, throbbing bass synths, and a liquid wall of guitar sludge, which is showcased in their recently released first single and music video “Boner”.

“Opening with a relaxed groove that builds and builds to the heaviest possible climax, Boner has been a major highlight of our live set since it was introduced. Following the more relaxed pacing of the song, the softer vocal performance less seen in our music tells of a (seemingly) simple disagreement between two bitter individuals. Its bridge, the “101010” dirge, is by far the heaviest composition we have achieved to date, and we are so excited to finally send it out into the world.” adds the band.

Watch and listen to the music video for “Boner” at https://youtu.be/ZhGSSAPQUxA

The album “Goon” contains many tracks that current fans have been hearing live for a while. They know “Boner” is coming and Ivy Gardens knows many of them are frothing at the mouth for it. Since their thunderous inception in 2021, Ivy Gardens has been carving a path of destruction across the east coast of Canada and that will continue with a summer tour announced in the coming weeks.

The volume is crushing, leaving no room to breathe—the auditory manifestation of a panic attack. With no respite, Ivy Gardens invites you into their realm, where the mosh pit never stops, and the phantom ring in your ears serves as the only encore. “Goon” is recommended for fans of Kyuss, Truckfighters, and Queens of the Stone Age.

“Goon” is out April 19th, 2024, and available for album pre-order at https://ivygardens.bandcamp.com.

Ivy Gardens “Goon Tour”:
April 20 – St. Catharines, ON – Warehouse Concert Hall
May 2 – Brantford, ON – Two Doors Down
May 3 – London, ON – Palasad Social Bowl
May 4 – Guelph, ON – Jimmy Jazz
May 5 – Barrie, ON – Queens Lounge
May 10 – Hamilton, ON – Doors Pub
May 11 – Toronto, ON – Bovine Sex Club
May 12 – Ajax, ON – Rotilicious
May 16 – Ottawa, ON – House of Targ
May 18 – Montreal, QC – L’Escogriffe
May 23 – Saint John, NB – Haven Music Hall
May 24 – Moncton, NB – Xeroz Arcade Bar
May 25 – Charlottetown, P.E.I. – Baba’s Lounge
May 26 – Sydney, NS – St. Patrick’s Church
May 27 – Halifax, NS – Radstorm
May 30 – Trois Rivieres, QC – Cafe Bar Zenob
May 31 – Kingston, ON – Mansion House
June 1 – Kitchener, ON – The Golden Apple
June 2 – Niagara Falls, ON – Camp Cataract

Track Listing:
1. 12 Million Bar Blues (4:43)
2. Boner (5:27)
3. Chlorine (1:52)
4. Black Sand & Gold (0:57)
5. Lamb (2:01)
6. Stoic (3:14)
7. Goon (3:22)
8. Shattered Glass (1:45)
9. Provider (5:37)
Album length: 29:01

More info: Facebook.com/ivygardensband | Instagram.com/ivygardensofficial

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“…the sonic equivalent of a panic attack.” – Canadian Beats

““Boner” has got a really cool groove, too, showing you what can happen when you’ve got a band that is truly possessed by the power of The Riff. It’s one of those grinding, motoriffic jobs in the spirit of Kyuss’ “Green Machine.” And it doesn’t take long before we, too, are caught under its sway. The retro organ sound from the keys provides a spooky touch to the chorus, which comes like a sigh of relief after the tense build-up of those guitar-driven verses. The drumming is swarmy and frenetic, and strikes with power at pivotal moments. The breakdown at 4 minutes is a headbanging oasis, made even cooler with the synthesizer’s late-’60s garage twist.” – Doomed and Stoned

“This Canadian trio are promising us a debut album that is “a relentless onslaught of vulgar, belligerent punk, sludge and sweat” when it is released in April. If this lead single is anything to go by, things are going to get very belligerent and sweaty when the full-lengther finally hits our death decks.” – Uber Rock

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0 Streaming Now! Quebec’s BACKSTABBER Holds Power Over Metals With Their New EP “Patterns of Domination”

March 14, 2024
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· Backstabber · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 14, 2024

Streaming Now! Quebec’s BACKSTABBER Holds Power Over Metals With Their New EP “Patterns of Domination”

Mixed and Mastered by Christian Donaldson (Cryptopsy)

Backstabber, the groovy Canadian death metal force, returns after a long silence, with their latest EP “Patterns of Domination”, out now. Originating as a solo project in 2012, founder Christian Thériault turned Backstabber into a full-fledged band in 2015, driven by a relentless thirst for angry metal and a need for vengeance. They take no prisoners with this release that is inspired by James Redfield’s “The Celestine Prophecy”, which explores four patterns designed to consume someone’s attention and energy. Backstabber shares their thoughts on the album and what fans can expect from them:

“Each track digs into a specific pattern giving for a wide array of emotions throughout the EP. It can also be felt musically as each song has a very distinct style while the production makes a good wrap up keeping it as a whole. Our music being live-oriented from the start, it makes way for an energetic output. Our shows are well rounded up and fronted accordingly.”

The evolution of the band’s sound from their previous two releases underscores a departure from the solo origins, with Thériault making room for other members to express themselves more prominently. Thériault leads the charge on guitar and vocals, accompanied by Philippe B. St-Jacques on guitar, Eric Séguin on bass/back vocals, and Keven L.-Hull on drums. As the band’s evolution continues, “Patterns of Domination” marks a pivotal moment where the members’ contributions shine through, creating a distinct and cohesive musical expression.

The tracklist includes the bone-crushing “Harvesting The Weak”, the relentless “Langues Sales”, the haunting “Crawling Through Your Bones”, and the brutal “Snitches Get Stitches”. Backstabber‘s sound, ranging from old-school death metal riffs to slamming brutal death, promises an intense auditory experience and is recommended for fans of Kataklysm, Lamb of God, and Mors Principium Est.

“Patterns of Domination” was produced by Backstabber vocalist/guitarist Christian M. Thériault and mixed and mastered by Christian Donaldson (Cryptopsy) and can be heard via its full stream premiere on NoCleanSinging HERE.

The EP is due out on March 15, 2024, and is available for pre-order at https://backstabbermetal.bandcamp.co.

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3OwNJSD

Track Listing:
1. Harvesting The Weak (4:06)
2. Langues Sales (4:34)
3. Crawling Through Your Bones (5:03)
4. Snitches Get Stitches (5:46)
EP Length: 19:29

EP and Live Band Lineup:
Christian M. Thériault: Guitar/Vocals
Philippe B. St-Jacques: Guitar
Eric Séguin: Bass/Back Vocals
Keven L.-Hull : Drums

More info: Facebook.com/BackStabberMetal

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What the press has said about Backstabber’s 2019 album “Conspiracy Theorist”:

“Powered by drumwork that resembles a ferocious mix of machine-gun and mortar fire, Backstabber mount the attack with flurries of vicious, seething riffery and nail-gunning jab-fests, with the lyrics voiced in heartless, imperious roars. The devastation is pushed to further heights of frenzy with a shrill, eerily spiraling solo, and concludes with a hint of off-planet mystery.” – No Clean Singing

“Out of northern Quebec comes the Men In Black, melodic death metal band Backstabber. Last year, these guys dropped their debut album Conspiracy Theorist and it still stands as one of the best albums of the year. Full of tinges of Hypocrisy from style and sound, to the obvious connection of alien themed lyrics. A little over a year later now, Backstabber are dropping a music video for their song “My Disclosure” and it’s essentially nothing you would expect from a small independent band only on their first album.” – Metal Injection

“Fast, frantic, politically minded and heavy” – Exclaim!

“Backstabber’s death metal is more of the modern variety (in a good way) with a very clean yet brutal sound and speed aplenty. The playing is insanely tight at times and it’s often hard to believe that this is only the first album of a relatively young band, their first demo having been released in 2016. Some passages are a little on the thrash side but for the most part, this is heavy, pounding, fast death metal driven by a drummer who is really asking for a speeding ticket. ” – 4/5 – The Metal Crypt

“The songs are heavy, and the death and thrash influences make for some fairly easy to get into head bobbing as each track progresses… Conspiracy Theorist is a solid beginning for Backstabber… Solid for those that want some new, well-rounded death metal.” – Dead Rhetoric

“Backstabber’s Conspiracy Theorist is a self-released album that makes one wonder how they haven’t been signed to any label yet… Backstabber have on their hands the first essential death metal release of 2019.” – 4/5 – Heavy Music HQ

“BACKSTABBER deliver aggressively systematic silver lining lacerations of rip-roaring screams of vengefully vicious old-school Death ‘N’ Thrash Metal professionalism – simply put – recommended.” – Metal-Temple

“The tracks that attracted my attention the most were ‘Ink Spill’, ‘My Disclosure’ and ‘Banksters’: continuing the old-school texture, these tracks, as well as the entire full-length, include no clean vocals nor breakdowns; all that is contained is substantial and complete death-thrash metal led on by a superb stream of undeniable thinking and design. Backstabber’s music can definitely be cherished over time by fans of Decapitated, At The Gates, Deicide and Hypocrisy as the band grows in following. This release shows glory in blending their musical layout with dynamic and spirited riffs.” – Metal-Rules

“Conspiracy Theorist has a real face crushing, devastatingly great death/thrash metal feel to it…” – Crannk

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0 Rockshots Records – FOLKRIM Unleashes Folk-Infused Metal Fury “Suoherran Hovi”; New Full-Length “Embers” Out April 2024

March 14, 2024
by Asher
· FOLKRIM (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 14, 2024

FOLKRIM Unleashes Folk-Infused Metal Fury “Suoherran Hovi”

New Full-Length “Embers” Out April 2024 via Rockshots Records

Folkrim, emerging from the dark solitude of Finland’s Western coast, has evolved from a one-man project to a fully formed folk-infused death metal band. Comprising drummer Eetu Ritakorpi, guitarists Iiro Sarman & Otto Hyvärinen, bassist Viktor Suominen, and frontman Erno Helander, Folkrim is ready to spread fear with their new full-length album, “Embers”.

“Embers” tells a twisted tale of descent, from a shipwreck through decaying marshlands to a grand epic of destruction. Songs like “Bottle of Poison” showcase a modern structure filled with violence and speed. Viktor Suominen describes the album as more grounded, sticking to a single theme, with a journey that gets progressively gloomy and dire. The band’s sound has shifted towards less humppa/drinking songs and more towards melodic death and thrash.

Influenced by bands like Ensiferum, Finntroll, Moonsorrow, Children of Bodom, and Nekrogoblikon, Folkrim‘s music blends folk metal with melodic death and black metal elements. “Embers” promises a unique musical journey, reflecting the band’s evolution and commitment to their distinct sound. The future awaits, daring listeners to face the dangers along the way.

Today, FOLKRIM unleashes folk-infused metal fury with their latest single “Suoherran Hovi” accompanied by an electrifying video that can be seen below.

“What would a Folkrim version of a dingy swamp sound like? The answer comes in the form of SUOHERRAN HOVI, the second single to be released from our forthcoming album ”EMBERS”. Whereas the first single relied on speed to get its violent point across, this song approaches the problem from a different direction. The riffs are fat, chuggy, and groovy against a straight pounding of the drums. Dirty, almost jazzlike instrumentation and arrangement lays a twisted layer into the soup. And finally, a sprinkling of growls in the harsh Finnish language is set on top and the witch’s brew is complete.” adds the band

Watch and listen to “Suoherran Hovi” at the following links:

Music Video – https://youtu.be/AgpfI9ZM4Zo

Digital – https://lnk.to/folhovi

Listen to the previous single “Bottle Of Poison” at the following links:

Music Video – https://youtu.be/mq2X9xKQW6Y

Digital – https://lnk.to/bottleofpoison

Folkrim‘s full-length album “Embers” is due out on April 5, 2024, from Rockshots Records and is available for album pre-order at bit.ly/FolkrimCD

Track Listing:
1. Bound in Maelstrom ft. Katri Asikainen
2. Bottle of Poison
3. Alcoholyday
4. Grotto of the Damned
5. Swamp Brew
6. Suoherran Hovi
7. Hags’ Hut Lullaby
8. Raise Your Sword
9. Raven’s Cry
10. Spirit of the Forest
11. Virvatulet
12. Embers ft. Katri Asikainen

Folkrim:
Erno Helander – Vocals / Main Songwriter
Iiro Sarman – Lead Guitars
Otto Hyvärinen – Rhythm Guitars
Viktor Suominen – Bass
Eetu Ritakorpi – Drums

For more info: Rockshots.eu | Facebook.com/Folkrim | Instagram.com/folkrimband

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0 Rockshots Records – THALIA Unleashes New Video For “The River Of Books” Off Upcoming Self Title Album Out April 2024

March 13, 2024
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· Music News · THALIA (Rockshots Records)

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Montreal, QC – March 13, 2024

THALIA Unleashes New Video For “The River Of Books” Off Upcoming Self Title Album Out April 2024

THALIA sets forth on a sonic adventure with “The River Of Books” heralding the return of the French cult quartet with their latest offering—a new album infused with progressive hard rock vibes.

After two decades in the making, French cult quartet Thalia is set to captivate the world once again with their highly anticipated release “The River Of Books” slated for April 26, 2024. Following the success of their 2000 debut album “Forest of Minds,” Thalia’s latest opus it’s a culmination of two decades of musical maturity and evolution.

“The River Of Books” is a unique compendium of emotions and groove, seamlessly blending hard rock power with a progressive edge. Influences ranging from Rush, King’s X, Dream Theater, and Living Colour, to The Police and Muse are skillfully digested, creating a sound that is both nostalgic and avant-garde.

Thalia’s lyrics delve into thought-provoking subjects such as ecology, human relationships, nostalgia, and the essence of life itself. Each track is a sonic journey, carefully crafted to evoke a myriad of emotions and resonate with listeners on a profound level.

For the release of the single “The River Of Books”, the band is set to release a video which can be seen at the following link: https://youtu.be/0Y98EGZmWgY

The quartet, consisting of Emmanuelson on vocals (Rising Steel, Venus Syndrome, Ellipsis), Thierry Bizet on guitars and backing vocals, Stephane Beraud on bass, and Christophe Denk on drums and backing vocals, brings together their unique personalities to create a musical world that is distinctly Thalia.

Renowned illustrator Stan W Decker, celebrated for his work with international artists and bands, contributes the captivating cover art, setting the visual tone for the musical adventure that awaits.

Thalia is set to unleash the first glimpse of “The River Of Books” with the release of their lead single today March 13, 2024, by visiting this link: https://lnk.to/thaliarob

“The River Of Books” is due out on April 26th, 2024 on Rockshots Records and is available for pre-order at the following link:

PRE-ORDER – https://bit.ly/ThaliaTheRiverOfBooks

Tracklist
1. The River of Books (04:45)
2. Vision Empire (03 :59)
3. AtmoSign (05:08)
4. Body & Soul (04:00)
5. The Same, Always (01:24)
6. Traces (03:47)
7. The Fear (05:17)
8. Flesh Paradox (05:51)
9. Close to Me (04:39)
10. Cries of Earth (04:52)
11. Sacred and Scared (05:27)
12. Exaltation (03:05)

Thalia are:
Emmanuelson: Vocals
Thierry « Wa » Bizet: Electric & Acoustic Guitars / Ebow / Bouzouki / Backing vocals
Stéphane « Zzo » Béraud: Bass
Christophe « Toph » Denk: Drums / Backing vocals

For more info:
https://www.rockshots.eu/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063830147716
https://www.instagram.com/thalia.france.officiel/

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