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0 Gore House Prod. – Japan’s IMPENDING ANNIHILATION Bring A Barrage Of Technical Death Metal In “Idiopathic Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head”

April 19, 2024
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· Impending Annihilation · Music News

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Japan’s IMPENDING ANNIHILATION Bring A Barrage Of Technical Death Metal In “Idiopathic Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head”

L-R: Horizon (Vocals) | Gotoh Kei (Guitars, Bass) – Photo Credit – Suzuta

Technical prowess and a barrage of speed come for you in the new two-track EP “Idiopathic Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head” from Japan’s Impending Annihilation, out on April 19, 2024, on Gore House Productions. This onslaught of technical death metal leaves no survivors and pushes the boundaries of the genre. The band comments on this release:

“These songs represent the pinnacle of technical death metal for us. We wanted to create something that truly stood out in the genre, and so we crafted these tracks with a focus on rapid, intense instrumentation that utilizes super extended-range guitars and fretless bass. It’s an example of musical instrument work that will surely shock listeners.”

With the overarching goal of perpetual motion in mind, Impending Annihilation has crafted a sonic experience that refuses to stand still. Describing their vocal approach, vocalist Horizon points out that they don’t adhere to traditional lyricism in their music. Instead, they view vocals as instruments themselves, using growls and gutturals in the same way one would incorporate sweeps and tappings into a song structure.

Impending Annihilation strives to deliver performances that captivate and intrigue. Their compositions aim to defy common structures, embodying the essence of technical death metal while embracing the perpetual motion of their musical vision.

Blasting onward at an unyielding pace, full of strangeness and fury, “Idiopathic Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head” is innovative and impressive. It is recommended for fans of Monumental Torment, Archspire, and Entrails Eradicated.

“Idiopathic Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head” is available on CD and digital at the following link – https://orcd.co/idiopathic

Playthrough – Gotoh Kei playing on a 7-string fretless bass – Rapidly Destructive Coxarthropathy – https://youtu.be/7-3xMx8n4m0

Playthrough – Gotoh Kei playing on a 10-string guitar and 11-string bass – Idiopathic Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head – https://youtu.be/krrbA-9M93U

Track Listing:
1. Rapidly Destructive Coxarthropathy (2:04)
2. Idiopathic Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head (1:29)

More info: Gorehouseproductions.com | Facebook.com/impending.annihilation | Twitter.com/IxAx_pirodeath | Instagram.com/impending.annihilation

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0 OPIUM DEATH Confronts The Passage Of Time With “Ozymandias” Off Debut Album “Genocidal Nemesis”

April 18, 2024
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· Music News · Opium Death

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OPIUM DEATH Confronts The Passage Of Time With “Ozymandias” Off Debut Album “Genocidal Nemesis”

“Genocidal Nemesis” Out April 19th, 2024

L-R – Donald Nadzieja – Bass and Vocals, Luis Torres – Guitar, Dennis Blanke – Drums, Irvin Gonzalez – Guitar

Photo Credit – Michael Gonzalez

Opium Death is a brutal concoction of extreme metal, sent forth from the suburbs of Chicago, USA to lay waste to metalheads around the world with their first full-length album “Genocidal Nemesis”, which is being unleashed on April 19th. The band comments on the connection between the music and the lyrics:

“Lyrics and music go hand in hand. So far we noticed that as we wrote a majority of the lyrics last, the tonality of the songs and how they flow from beginning to end definitely had us think of certain sentences or phrases to be sung in a relative and consistent manner with the chords and rhythm. Or the lyrics can give off such a feeling of tension or melancholy or whatever that the music now has to serve that purpose or it may feel disjointed if not thought out very well.”

The album features a diverse range of tracks, each offering a unique sonic experience while maintaining Opium Death‘s signature heavy sound. From the blistering aggression of “Genocidal Nemesis I: Fear” to the haunting melodies of “Shattered” to their latest single “Ozymandias” being offered before the album officially drops, all promise to leave a lasting impact on listeners.

“Ozymandias is about pride and wrath and the importance of keeping them in check during your life against the inevitable decay of information over time. One of our longest songs on the album, we felt it was a track that could benefit from utilizing exotic scales and vocal layering as it comes up later in the song to bring up this sense of immortality to a concept that will forever be ingrained in our human ego.”

Coming from different musical backgrounds, each band member shapes their perception and interpretation of heavy metal. With “Genocidal Nemesis”, they’ve embraced their diverse influences to create an album that defies expectations and pushes the boundaries of the genre. It is recommended for fans of Dying Fetus, Death, and Gojira.

Listen to “Ozymandias” via its premiere on The Circle Pit at https://youtu.be/nkrTgpdcIxY

“Genocidal Nemesis” will be available on all digital platforms on April 19th, 2024 at the following links:

Bandcamp – https://opiumdeath.bandcamp.com

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3Q4QStW

Track Listing:
1. Cower (1:16)
2. Genocidal Nemesis I: Fear (3:01)
3. The Condemned (4:32)
4. Ozymandias (8:40)
5. Flatline (1:18)
6. Extinction (5:31)
7. Chronic (4:22)
8. Deadweight (3:28)
9. Shattered (5:36)
10. Vesuvius (3:45)
11. Fe56 (2:07)
12. Genocidal Nemesis II: Desolation (9:29)
Album Length: 53:10

More info: Opiumdeathofficial.com | Facebook.com/OpiumDeathOfficial | Instagram.com/opiumdeathofficial | Twitter.com/OpiumDeathBAND

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“It’s an angry album, focused on hubris and its role in the downfall of humankind. The album’s cover art itself draws on this theme…. The band explain that “The Condemned” isn’t really a new song, since they’ve been playing it since 2017, but it’s been re-recorded, remixed, and remastered, and tweaked to bring it more in line with their current sound. The result is a track that’s ugly, mutilating, and rabidly murderous — it shows not even a whisper of mercy to the condemned, and eventually it revels in the delirious slaughtering it metes out.” – No Clean Singing

“Death metal with a pinch of everything… melting pot “ of many sub-genres comes out. You can find quick and rough on the album Death metal, mixed with influences from the Black Metal, Prog and that Thrash the eighties. With vocals reminiscent of Deicide and Cannibal Corpse and the various influences, there is at least one song for every death metal fan that appeals to them.” – Moshpit Passion

“Opium Death is a brutal concoction of extreme metal, sent forth from the suburbs of Chicago, USA to lay waste to metalheads around the world with their first full-length album Genocidal Nemesis. The album delivers a lot of variety in terms of tempo dynamics, song structure flow, lyrical themes, and overall, a different experience with each track while maintaining a heavy sound throughout. The Condemned is a track that’s ugly, mutilating, and rabidly murderous — showing no mercy and reveling in the slaughtering. The band erupts on Vesuvius – a very nice blend of thrash and death metal a breakdown that constructs the the disaster.” – WRUV 90.1 FM – Burlington, VT

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0 Plunge Into the Abyss With THE ORDER OF THE PRECIOUS BLOOD’s Single “Black Hole” + Canadian East Coast Tour Dates (NL, NB, NS, PEI)

April 18, 2024
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· Music News · The Order of The Precious Blood

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Plunge Into the Abyss With THE ORDER OF THE PRECIOUS BLOOD’s Single “Black Hole”

Canadian East Coast Tour Dates (NL, NB, NS, PEI)

L-R – Cameron Legge (Guitar) Ben Chapman-Smith (Bass), Paul Brake (Vocals), Adam Hearn (Drums), Barry O’Keefe (Guitar)

Photo Cred – Matthew Myler Photography

The Order of The Precious Blood, a progressive hardcore punk force from St John’s, Newfoundland, Canada is releasing their second single this year “Black Hole” following the intense “Cheaper But Will Do”. These two sides of the same coin come in rapid succession, showcase the band’s versatility, and serve to whet the listener’s palettes for a teased EP. While the former reveals the band’s ability to find order in chaos, the latter demonstrates their prowess in orchestrating large and epic sections without compromising aggression or musicality. The songs signify a maturity in songwriting as the band crystallizes their ideas and finds new ways to blend their diverse influences. The comment on what’s in store:

“Black Hole is a song that began a long time ago as just a small idea and had to have the right group of musicians to really bring it to life. This was one of two songs we wrote together during the spring/early summer of 2023 in our first year as a band and we wanted to dip our toes into writing as an entire group. The song is a little more of an emotional nature and it deals with some personal things, but in a broad sense it’s about being dragged into a black hole in your life despite your best efforts to save yourself from that very fate.”

Musically, “Black Hole” kicks off with a hardcore groove that transforms into an enormous burst of punishing, explosive, dissonant drops, propelling listeners into the depths of hell at breakneck speed. Unhinged screams from a hellish sermon break through the cries of a million angels. The lyrics vividly describe the road leading into the fire of hell, dragged against one’s will through a black hole that had been vehemently avoided.

“Black Hole” offers a more emotional listening experience compared to the band’s previous work. The instrumentation and overall sound remain aggressive and heavy, flaunting black metal and hardcore influences, yet retaining a bright spot of melody that leads the listener back into the depths of despair. It is recommended for fans of Every Time I Die, Code Orange, and The Dillinger Escape Plan.

Watch and listen to “Black Hole” via its music video premiere on Hardcore Worldwide – https://youtu.be/eNJV_vsPj78

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3w8HHSe

Show Dates:
April 19 – St John’s, NL – Peter Eastons – 19+ w/ Of The Black, Kaspam Cult, Killer 9000
April 20 – St John’s, NL – Gower Street United Church – All Ages
April 25 – Halifax, NS – Radstorm w/ Pavel Stroke, Thousand Knives, and Pale Ache
April 26 – Miramichi, NB – The Shred Shed w/ Ten Dollar Meat Bags and Ibex
April 27 – Moncton, NB – Xeroz w/ Yhorm, and Ibex
April 28 – Glace Bay, NB – The Bitten Moon Pub w/ Breakneck, Fear and Filth, and Great Value
May 2 – Charlottetown, P.E.I. – Charlottetown Beer Garden – ECMA Showcase
May 4 – Charlottetown, P.E.I. – Charlottetown Beer Garden – ECMA Showcase

More info: https://linktr.ee/preciousblood

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“From the rocky shores of St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada comes a blood ceremony, an unholy sacrament of the wicked riff. The Order of the Precious Blood congregates to bask in the red glow and immense power of heavy fucking metal” – Decibel Magazine

“I’m downright flabbergasted by the quality of this EP. I’ve come back to it time and time again. It’s got a distinct sound, it’s got variety, it’s got great songwriting, and top of the line production. If this is what The Order of the Precious Blood is starting out with then consider me a devout follower of the cult. I can’t wait to hear what these guys produce next. If you haven’t listened to this EP yet, do yourself a favour and get on that.” – HeavyNFLD

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0 Yellowknife’s GNARWHAL Look Inwards With Provocative Title Track From Upcoming EP “Altered States” Out May 2024

April 18, 2024
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· Gnarwhal · Music News

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Montreal, QC – April 18, 2024

Yellowknife’s GNARWHAL Look Inwards With Provocative Title Track From Upcoming EP “Altered States” Out May 2024

Gnarwhal, the genre-bending rock phenomenon hailing from the remote northern Canadian city of Yellowknife, continues to captivate audiences with the release of their latest single, the title track from their upcoming album “Altered States”. The single is out now and the remainder of the fuzzy, doomy album is being released on May 24, 2024. The emotionally charged track offers a profound exploration of resilience and memory, weaving together intricate melodies and haunting lyrics that resonate with listeners on a deep and personal level. The band comments on the creation of the track:

“Altered States is interesting because when we went into the studio we hadn’t even fleshed the song out and it wasn’t near complete. Mark hadn’t finalized the vocal melody or lyrics and structurally the song wasn’t making a lot of sense. We were actually a bit tentative about including this in our studio time and having it on the EP. It was the last song we tracked. Once Layne laid down the drum tracks and we started working on bass and guitar, we knew we were onto something a bit different and cool.”

“Altered States” delves into themes of personal transformation and the enduring power of memory. The track serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of embracing our past experiences, even as we navigate the uncertainties of the present. The upcoming EP promises to deliver a diverse and introspective musical journey in which the band artfully navigates the realms of heavy alternative fuzz rock and progressive metal, creating a sound that is uniquely their own.

Powerful and personal, the single “Altered States” invites the listener to look inward. It is recommended for fans of Kyuss, Mastodon, and Elder.

Listen to the lyric video for the EP’s title track “Altered States” via its premiere on Outlaws of The Sun HERE.

“Altered States” is due out on May 24, 2024, and available for pre-order at https://gnarwhalband.bandcamp.com

Previous single – “Tides” – https://youtu.be/o6TqlRt_D4Q

Track Listing:
1. Tides (3:37)
2. The War / Nothing More (6:36)
3. From Her Hands (3:46)
4. Altered States (3:19)

More info: Gnarwhalband.com | Facebook.com/gnarmusic | Instagram.com/gnarwhalsounds

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“Gnarwhal moves along at its own Fuzzed Out Stoner pace with its style of Hard Rock and slightly Doom tinged grooves. Taking cues from bands such as Mastodon, The Sword, Elder and King Buffalo, these guys walk a fine line between Classic and Modern day Stoner sensibilities especially with the Proggy Spaced out vibes. There’s a HEAVY METAL beast waiting to escape from the cleaner grooves that Gnarwhal plays and when it does escape from its cage, Gnarwhal becomes a more exciting creative unit.” – Outlaws of the Sun

““Tides,” a brutal, stormy track that meshes fuzzy, downtuned vibes with unrelenting proggy rhythms. Forlorn vocals that seem to prophesy the inevitable collapse of civilization, as illustrated by the single art.” – Doomed And Stoned

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0 The Human Tornado Unveils Intensely Evocative Single and Video “Your Darkness” Out today!

April 17, 2024
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· Music News · The Human Tornado

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Montreal, QC – April 17, 2024

The Human Tornado Unveils Intensely Evocative Single and Video “Your Darkness”

Following the electrifying release party on Saturday, April 6th at Alchemica Music Club in Bologna, The Human Tornado is thrilled to announce the launch of their latest single and official music video “Your Darkness”.

“Your Darkness” stands as a profound milestone for the band marking the debut creation with our new lineup. This track embodies the collective spirit of their musical journey, reflecting an evolution in their sonic identity. It propels them towards a vision that is simultaneously more aggressive and melodically enriched, symbolizing a pivotal transformation in their musical essence.

Capturing the essence of raw emotion and sonic intensity, “Your Darkness” encapsulates the essence of The Human Tornado‘s artistic progression. From its inception, this song has served as a guiding light, leading us towards a more dynamic and resonant musical landscape.

LISTEN – https://lnk.to/thtyd
VIDEO – https://youtu.be/riWPwMeLKcg

For more info:
https://www.rockshots.eu/
https://www.facebook.com/THTofficial/
https://www.instagram.com/thehumantornadoband/

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0 Rockshots Records Signs LAY OF THE AUTUMN + Streaming First Single / Video “Si Sta Come D’Autunno Sugli Alberi Le Foglie”

April 17, 2024
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· Lay of The Autumn (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Rockshots Records Signs LAY OF THE AUTUMN + Streaming First Single / Video “Si Sta Come D’Autunno Sugli Alberi Le Foglie”

Rockshots Records is thrilled to announce the birth of LAY OF THE AUTUMN, a new band emerging from the creative vision of the talented Davide Scuteri.

Born from the desire to continue the musical legacy of projects like RAVENWORD and CHOIR OF VERITAS, LAY OF THE AUTUMN promises to make its mark in the symphonic metal scene.

Spearheaded by Davide Scuteri and joined by Cesare Ferrari (Bass), Davide Lovecchio (Guitars), and Michele Olmi (Drums), LAY OF THE AUTUMN embodies the essence of classic symphonic metal with a female vocalist, continuing the rich tradition established by Ravenword, following the release of their album ‘Transcendence’.

Just as a continuation of the Ravenword project, Lay Of The Autumn is a band born from the synergy between Davide Scuteri and Rockshots Records, who continue their collaboration together for an album set to see the light at the end of 2024.

The band’s first single “Si Sta Come D’Autunno Sugli Alberi Le Foglie” underscores the full power of Lay Of The Autumn.

As described by mastermind Davide Scuteri “This is a hermetic title. During the First World War, there was a poet on the battlefield, his name was Giuseppe Ungaretti and he wrote these lines in his poetry “Soldati (Soldiers)”, as a perpetual symbol of life in the trenches.
It’s an instrumental powerful and virtusistic song, in the style of the Stratovarius, which talks about the conflicting emotions which can live inside us, and the precarious condition of life when the Lay of the Autumn comes”.

VIDEO – https://youtu.be/JCytrnam5Lc

LISTEN – https://lnk.to/scdasalf

Stay tuned as Lay Of The Autumn prepares to unveil their new international lead vocalist and embark on this exciting new chapter. For updates and further information, follow Lay Of The Autumn on their social media channels.

More info:
Rockshots.eu
https://www.facebook.com/layoftheautumnofficial
https://www.instagram.com/layoftheautumnband

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0 Lose Yourself In Societal Noise In NOTSM’s Music Video For “Humans” Off Upcoming Album “Only Death Brings Silence” Out May 2024

April 17, 2024
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· Music News · NOTSM

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Lose Yourself In Societal Noise In NOTSM’s Music Video For “Humans”

Debut Album “Only Death Brings Silence” Out May 2024

On man project NOTSM continues to build anticipation for their debut album “Only Death Brings Silence”, slated for a May 3rd release, with the unveiling of the second single, “Humans”. Accompanied by an AI-generated video, the track offers listeners a glimpse into the band’s exploration of the human experience. With thought-provoking lyrics and dynamic instrumentation, “Humans” delves into the complexities of human nature, inviting listeners to contemplate their place in the world. Matt Barkley comments on the single:

““Humans” is a relentless barrage of heavy metal fury, confronting the harsh realities of human existence and our destructive impact on the world around us. With blistering riffs and pounding rhythms, the song pulls no punches in its indictment of human nature. The lyrics paint a bleak picture of our tendency to exploit and destroy, questioning how we arrived at this point of environmental and moral decay. As the song progresses, it becomes a scathing commentary on our insatiable appetite for consumption and our failure to confront the consequences of our actions.”

According to Barkley, “Humans” is fast-paced and is more or less based on the same musical motif throughout its entirety. He is not a big fan of guitar solos, but decided to do something different and thought a solo would fit nicely in the middle of this song. Written with a live setting in mind it is meant to pump up the crowd before the last verse comes in with a bang.

As symbolized in the blurry cover art, NOTSM channels the sense of being unrecognizable and adrift in the sea of societal noise. They are recommended for fans of Rivers of Nihil, Sylosis, and Nightrage.

Watch and listen to “Humans” via its premiere on The Circle Pit – https://youtu.be/f0WBiBxPW5w

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

Lyric Video – “The Hedonic Treadmill” – https://youtu.be/VS5THa8Eqc4

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3PoeVni

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 Italy’s TYTUS Unleashes NWOTHM Fury with Re-Release of Album “Rises” + EU Tour Dates w/ Canada’s THUNDEROR

April 17, 2024
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· Music News · Tytus

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Italy’s TYTUS Unleashes NWOTHM Fury with Re-Release of Album “Rises” + EU Tour Dates w/ Canada’s THUNDEROR

Italy’s Tytus, the powerhouse heavy metal quartet hailing from the depths of the European underground scene, is set to reignite the flames of metal with the re-release of their album “Rises” on April 22nd on Kornalcielo Records. Originally released in October 2016, “Rises” garnered widespread acclaim for its electrifying blend of classic metal influences and modern ferocity. Now, Tytus is geared up to take the metal world by storm, starting with an EU tour with Thunderor in May (dates listed below). The band shares their excitement:

“Our aim is to take the listener through a journey from the first to the last track, without letting him go until the end. For this reason, we like to use drones and different special sounds to link songs together, trying to create the perfect atmosphere to introduce each one of them.”

Tytus started out quite clearly as an NWOBHM band, but they quickly added different flavours to it: some thrash, some speed, a bit of psychedelic, and a lot of rock and roll. Not ones to copycat, they try to coherently add all of their music influences and experiences into their black cauldron, in order to give their potions a distinctively and unique taste.

The band adds that a heavy metal live show is all about energy and attitude, and there are plenty of both. When they play live, they do it like there won’t be a day after like it is going to be the ultimate experience for everybody, and people can feel it. They connect, it ignites an emotional mutual feedback, and… Boom! While rising from the mud of 80’s hard rock, the four-headed monster stomps its big feet in the swamps of stoner rock with the urgency of punk rock. Tytus can be seen live on the following dates and is highly recommended for fans of Night Demon, Enforcer, and Skull Fist.

The re-release date for “Rises” is April 22, 2024 on Kornalcielo Records and will be available at the following links:

Bandcamp – https://tytusband.bandcamp.com/

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3xJpL0Y

Music Video – Haunted – https://youtu.be/0h_6Cmaa3vU

Track Listing:
1 – Ode To The Mighty Son (01.14)
2 – New Frontier (04.46)
3 – Haunted (05.08)
4 – 325 A.D. (05.51)
5 – White Lines (04.19)
6 – Omnia Sunt Communia (05.54)
7 – Inland View (05.19)
8 – Desperate Hopes (05.19)
9 – New Dawn’s Eve (05.36)
10 – Blues On The Verge Of Apocalypse (05.17)

European Tour Dates 2024:
Thunderor (CA) + Tytus (IT)
1.5 – PUTZER BIKERFEST – Natz-Schabs BZ (ITALY)
2.5 – SCHWARZER KEILER – Stuttgart (GERMANY)
3.5 – SOUTH OF HEAVEN – Bilzen (BELGIUM)
4.5 – GLADBECK METAL BASH OPEN AIR – Gladbeck (GERMANY) *
5.5 – SOUND DOG – Breda (NETHERLAND)
6.5 – LOGO – Hamburg (GERMANY)
7.5 – RESET – Berlin (GERMANY)
8.5 – BLACK LABEL – Leipzig (GERMANY)
9.5 – PAUNCHY CATS – Lichtenfels (GERMANY)
10.5 – ESCAPE – Wien (AUSTRIA)
11.5 – DVORANA GUSTAF PEKARNA – Maribor (SLOVENIA)
12.5 – MESCKIO BAR – Caneva PN (ITALY)
* only Thunderor

More info: Tytus.it | Facebook.com/tytusband | Instagram.com/tytus_band

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0 Canada’s EXSOMNIS Release New Gloomy, Progressive Gothic Metal Single “Inertia”

April 16, 2024
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· Exsomnis · Music News

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Canada’s EXSOMNIS Release New Gloomy, Progressive Gothic Metal Single “Inertia”

L-R – Ehren Hill – Bass, Jeff DeMarco – Guitars, Viky Boyer – Vocals, Jon Mohr – Keys / Orchestrations, Rithiya Kiev – Drums

Exsomnis is an atmospheric and melodic powerhouse in progressive gothic metal, hailing from Montreal, Canada and they are proud to announce the release of their debut single, “Inertia”. This haunting track delves deep into the abyss of existential contemplation, enveloping listeners in a symphony of gloomy soundscapes, haunting riffs, and orchestral grandeur. Vocalist Viky Boyer comments on the track:

“Inertia is one of the earliest songs we wrote and one of the songs I spent the most time writing and re-writing. With every scrap of lyrics and melody, I felt like I was getting closer to the message I actually wanted to put out. I am also very glad that the band was on board with me including some French spoken words in the song, sort of like a mini poem, as I feel like it really completes the vision I had for it. I really hope my experience with the theme of the song will resonate with the listeners, partly for my artistic ego, but also as a sign that I am not alone struggling with those particular feelings of dread when it comes to life choices.”

Formed in 2020 by Boyer and multi-instrumentalist Jeff DeMarco, Exsomnis has evolved from a mere, doom-oriented studio project into a melodic, orchestral metal ensemble. Joined by composer Jon Mohr, drummer Rithiya Kiev, and bassist Ehren Hill, the band’s collective talent and creative synergy have garnered widespread acclaim within the metal community.

Exsomnis hints that they are currently working on their debut album, which should come out by the end of Winter 2024 or spring 2025. In advance of that, they plan on releasing a few more singles before setting a launch date. Fans of Katatonia, Nevermore, and Amorphis should especially take note of “Inertia” and keep their eyes on Exsomnis.

Watch and listen to “Inertia” at the following links:

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

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/440rMC1

Bandcamp – https://exsomnis.bandcamp.com/track/inertia

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0 Canada’s The Blood Of Christ Releases Dark and Aggressive New Single “Oath Breaker” Off Upcoming EP “Sworn Trilogy”

April 16, 2024
by Asher
· Music News · The Blood of Christ

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Montreal, QC – April 16, 2024

Canada’s The Blood Of Christ Releases Dark and Aggressive New Single “Oath Breaker” Off Upcoming EP “Sworn Trilogy”

Canada’s The Blood Of Christ is an Epic Dark Metal band that has been around since the early ‘90s. To date, they have released three full-length albums, and their new EP “Sworn Trilogy” is set to come out on April 23, 2024. The concept record tells a story about a man who, by means of his own cowardice in the face of oblivion, sentences his entire bloodline to commit evil acts on behalf of abyssal demons for all time. Ahead of the EP, to give fans of black and death metal a taste of what’s in store, they are releasing a lyric video for the single “Oath Breaker”, which they comment on:

“Oath Breaker was the last song we wrote for this trilogy and it might have just turned out to be one of our best yet. It has a lot of emotion and moods and resolves the trilogy in classic death metal, climaxing pit riff fashion. We have a feeling that this song will be a staple in our live set for several years to come and can’t wait to see the reaction to it.”

While the band’s influences favour the shocking approach with lyrical themes that were rampant with gore, Satanism, and often-abhorrent imagery, The Blood of Christ chose to focus on the more abstract and poetic subject matter. Their songs are often rife with human suffering, lust and longing, time travel, astrology, historical battles, and the human struggle for personal freedom. In “Oath Breaker” we see the protagonist flinging himself into the abyss, removing his own scourge from the earth and ending the curse his ancestors placed upon him.

The Blood of Christ’s brooding, unique, and crushing sound has made fans out of underground metal lovers from many genres, creating an appeal that defies genre borders.

Fiends who were raised on the sheer brutality and boundary-smashing efforts of Morbid Angel, or the pioneering and challenging progressive grind-core of Liverpudlian innovators Carcass, the epic and majestic sounds of Viking artisans Enslaved, or even the groove-laden proto-death of Brazilian legends Sepultura will find something rousing and engulfing within The Blood of Christ.

Listen to “Oath Breaker” via its lyric video at https://youtu.be/fouEAhf1VvA

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3vXGSvF

“Sworn Trilogy” is due out on April 23, 2024, from CDN Records.

Track Listing:
Sworn 1 – The Vow (6:28)
Sworn 2 – Feeding the Abyss (5:14)
Sworn 3 – Oath Breaker (5:34)

EP Credits:
All songs performed by Blood of Christ
All Music written by Jeff Longo & Jason Longo
All Lyrics written by Chris Roche
Produced by Blood of Christ
Drums recorded/mixed by Thomas Ireland
Mixed by Jeff Longo
Mastered by Dan Swanö
EP artwork by Jeff Longo

EP Band Lineup:
Jason Longo – Drums
Christopher Roche – Vocals & Bass
Jeff Longo – Guitars & Keyboards

Live Band Lineup:
Jason Longo – Drums
Christopher Roche – Vocals
Kyle Lam – Bass
Jeff Longo – Guitar

More info: Facebook.com/bloodofchristofficial | Instagram.com/bloodofchrist_official | Twitter.com/bloodofchrist94

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“…Canadian brutal death metal legends Blood Of Christ are a band who helped to define the sound known as Northern Hyperblast…” – Metal Injection

“Able to bring about varied atmospheres and textures into an otherwise assaulting formula, Blood of Christ seem on top of their game…” – Dead Rhetoric

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