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0 STRIKER Add More Tour Dates + New Music Video “Strange Love” w/ New Guitarist John Simon Fallon (The Order of Chaos)

March 28, 2022
by Asher
· Music News · Striker

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STRIKER Add More Tour Dates + New Music Video “Strange Love” w/ New Guitarist John Simon Fallon (The Order of Chaos)

NA Tour Dates w/ Beast In Black, Seven Kingdoms

+ Headline Dates USA/CAN

L-R – Tim Brown – Guitar, Pete Klassen – Bass, – Dan Cleary – Vocals, Jono Webster – Drums, – John Simon Fallon – Guitar
Photo Credit: Dana Zuk

Canadian shredders STRIKER will be hitting the road in April and May 2022 to support Finnish heavy metallers Beast In Black for their first North American headlining tour along with Florida power metal warriors Seven Kingdoms.

Before kicking off the first date of the tour in Orlando, FL on April 7th, STRIKER are unveiling their latest single “Strange Love” with a new music video that features the debut of the band’s latest lineup addition of long time friend and guitarist John Simon Fallon (The Order of Chaos).

“Strange Love” is the band’s first new music of 2022 since releasing their previous single 2021’s “Deathwish”. The band is currently in songwriting mode for their follow-up record to their Juno award-winning album 2018’s “Play To Win”.

“When we wrote Strange Love we were dabbling in the dark arts of funk, and although it really doesn’t sound like it we drew big inspiration from bands like Extreme and Faith No More. It was a bit of a detour on our metal journey, but it was a lot of fun to record. We have one more song to release from that recording session too, which leans even further into that style so keep an eye out for that!” adds vocalist Dan Cleary.

Watch and listen to “Strange Love” – https://youtu.be/sBsmtgukhHw

Previous single “Deathwish”:

Music Video – https://youtu.be/98V8CchlEVM
Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3s7uJjn

Blending classic heavy metal, hard rock, and 80’s hair metal, Striker has been making shredtacular anthems since 2007. The band has toured multiple times across Europe and North America along with festival appearances at 70,000 Tons of Metal, Bang Your Head Festival (Germany), and more to add to their almost 1000 shows performed in their decade-plus career. The band has been honoured with multiple Best Album awards in their home country of Canada from the JUNO Awards, Western Canadian Music Awards, and the Edmonton Music Awards. Since their inception, Striker has released six studio albums Eyes in the Night (2010, Iron Kodex), Armed to The Teeth (2012, Napalm), City of Gold (2014, Napalm), Stand in the Fire (2016, Record Breaking), Striker (2017, Record Breaking), and Play to Win (2018, Record Breaking).

Dark Connection Tour 2022 w/ Beast In Black, Seven Kingdoms, Striker
April 7, 2022 – Orlando, FL – The Haven
April 8, 2022 – Tampa, FL – Orpheum
April 9, 2022 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
April 11, 2022 – Dallas, TX – Amplified Live
April 12, 2022 – San Antonio, TX – Rock Box
April 14, 2022 – Mesa, AZ – Nile Theater
April 15, 2022 – Anaheim, CA – The Parish
April 16, 2022 – Santa Cruz, CA – The Atrium at Catalyst
April 18, 2022 – Portland, OR – Hawthorn Theatre
April 19, 2022 – Seattle, WA – Crocodile
April 20, 2022 – Vancouver, BC – The Rickshaw
April 22, 2022 – Calgary, AB – Dickens
April 23, 2022 – Edmonton, AB – The Starlite Room
April 25, 2022 – Salt Lake City, UT – Metro
April 26, 2022 – Colorado Springs, CO – The Black Sheep
April 27, 2022 – Lawrence, KS – Granada Theater
April 29, 2022 – Minneapolis, MN – The Fine Line *
April 30, 2022 – Joliet, IL – The Forge *
May 1, 2022 – Cleveland, OH – Beachland Ballroom *
May 2, 2022 – Detroit, MI – El Club *
Striker Headline Tour Dates:
May 6, 2022 – Brooklyn, NY – Sovereign #
May 9, 2022 – Quebec City, QC – L’Anti Bar #
May 10, 2022 – Montreal, QC – Piranha Bar #
May 11, 2022 – Ottawa, ON – The Brass Monkey (moved from Mavericks) #
May 13, 2022 – Winnipeg, MB – Manitoba Metal Fest #
* = No Seven Kingdoms on show date
# = Only Striker

For more info:
Striker-metal.com
Facebook.com/strikermetal
Twitter.com/StrikerMetal
Instagram.com/strikermetal

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0 Romanian Folkcore DIRTY SHIRT Drop The Highly Energetic “DOPE-A-MIN”; New Album “Get Your Dose Now!” Out April 1, 2022 + 2022 EU Tour (RO, FR, DE) and Festival Dates – Hellfest (FR) and more!

March 25, 2022
by Asher
· Dirty Shirt · Music News

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Romanian Folkcore DIRTY SHIRT Drop The Highly Energetic “DOPE-A-MIN”

New Album “Get Your Dose Now!” Out April 1, 2022

+ 2022 EU Tour (RO, FR, DE) and Festival Dates – Hellfest (FR) and more!

Top L to R: Vlad Toca (drums), Pal Novelli (bass), Dan Petean (guitars), Cristian Balanean (guitars)
Bottom L to R: Cosmin Nechita (violin), Robert Rusz (vocals), Dan Rini Craciun (vocals), Mihai Tivadar (keyboards, guitars)
Photo Credit – Vladut Ciprian

Started as a wedding band, Romania’s Dirty Shirt knows how to get the party started and keep it going. Playing a signature mix of nu-metal, metalcore, alternative rock, and hardcore, the gang of musicians takes a wide array of influences and creates something distinctly their own. The second single off their upcoming album “Get Your Dose Now!” is the chipper and upbeat “DOPE-A-MIN”. The band explains it in their own words:

“It is probably one of the most energetic songs from the album. It starts quite “standard” with a nu-metal/hardcore intro, then the verses and choruses combine metal with traditional style melodies, giving almost a “pirate metal” ambiance. The intermezzo completely changes the ambiance, with some complex rhythm break, then a melodic part, with vocals and violin theme composed in gypsy Romanian style. The song ends in symmetry, with the same part as the intro. Lyrically, the song is about all the illusions created by social media. We must be happy at all cost, and have become dependent from these shots of dopamine that we pop like vitamins tablets every morning.”

Early on in their existence, Dirty Shirt played progressive alternative metal and now base their sound off nu-metal with prominent influences from hardcore, industrial, funk, and electro. They add on to it further by adding eclectic inspiration, especially from East European traditional music. Album after album they develop and tweak their sound which is played by eight core members and a large parade of guests present on recordings and at larger live events.

Dirty Shirt is accessible for a wide range of listeners across the musical spectrum and is suggested listening for fans of Diablo Swing Orchestra, Twelve Foot Ninja, and Dubioza Kolektiv.

“DOPE-A-MIN” can be heard via its music video – https://youtu.be/2933ZXOPHH0

The album “Get Your Dose Now!” is out on April 1, 2022.

Album pre-order at Dirtyshirt.bandcamp.com.

Music Video – Pretty Faces ft. Benji Webbe, Caliu & Paul Ilea – https://youtu.be/jYQdQwyy3t0

Music Video – New Boy in Town – https://youtu.be/Po570neenXc

Music Video – Geamparalele – https://youtu.be/Jc2qFV83j-w

Lyric Video – Cand s-o-mpartit norocu’ (Part 1 & 2) – https://youtu.be/wtoKsSqxGfU

Track Listing:
1. New Boy in Town (2:46)
2. Pretty Faces (4:06)
3. Dope-A-Min (3:05)
4. What’s Going On (2:35)
5. Hot for Summer (3:04)
6. New Conspiracy (2:41)
7. Cand s-o-mpartit norocu’ (Part 1) (4:07)
8. Cand s-o-mpartit norocu’ (Part 2) (3:39)
9. Geamparalele (4:31)
Total Length: 30:34

Bonus Tracks – Pandemic Special – EP:
1. Resonate (Metal Version) (3:37)
2. Away (Orchestral Version) (3:46)
3. Don’t Care (25 Years Later) (9:06)
4. Latcho Drom (Live Studio Session feat. Caliu) (1:47)

Dirty Shirt – 2022 – Get Your Dose Now! Tour Dates:
April 1 – BUCURESTI (RO) – Quantic
April 2 – BRASOV (RO) – Kruhnen Musik Halle
April 8 – BAIA MARE (RO) – Sala Sporturilor
April 9 – CLUJ NAPOCA (RO) – Form Space
April 29 – BACAU (RO) – Valhalla Pub
April 30 – IASI (RO) – Undergound Pub
May 1 – SUCEAVA (RO) – Art Rock Café
May 13 – ORADEA (RO) – Bers Nova Bors
May 28 – BUCURESTI (RO) – Iubim 2 Roti
June 24 – CLISSON (FR) – Hellfest Open Air
June 25 – CERISY-BELLE-ETOILE (FR) – Les Bichoiseries
July 2 – MONTCUL (FR) – Plane’r Fest
July 16 – NEUKIRCHEN-VLUYB (DE) – Dong Open Air
July 30 – POIANA HOREA, CLUJ (RO) – Beee, ma! 2022
Aug 3 – RASNOV (RO) – Rockstadt Extreme Fest
Aug 12 – CORBII DE PIATRA (RO) – Stonebird Festival
Aug 18 – SULINGEN (DE) – Reload Festival
Aug 20 – HEL’PA (SK) – Horehronske MeCheChe
Aug 21 – TARGU MURES (RO) – Maris Fest
Aug 26 – BISTRITA (RO) – Way Too Far Rock Festival
Aug 27 – SUMMER CAMP BREZOI (RO) – Mentor Rock Gathering

For more info:
Dirty-Shirt.com
Facebook.com/DirtyShirtRomania
Twitter.com/dirtyshirtband
Instagram.com/dirtyshirtband
Tiktok.com/@dirtyshirtband

About:

Dirty Shirt is a top Romanian crossover folkcore metal band, winner of second place at the international final of Wacken Metal Battle 2014 and of several awards at Metalhead Awards and Maximum Rock Awards. The band’s unique style derives from mixing the heavy sound of modern rock/metal with the festive ambiance of East-European traditional music, the eclecticism of world music (country, reggae, and tribal rhythms), the electro sound of industrial music, the energy of hardcore, and the groove of funk. It’s not surprising to find great appreciation for Dirty Shirt albums in hundreds of reviews all over the world, including in well-respected magazines such as Metal Hammer (DE, HU), Rock Hard – (DE, FR, SLK), Metalsucks – USA, Hard Rock Mag – FR, Terrorizer – UK, etc.

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0 Rockshots Records – Finnish Rockers SERPICO New Single “I Am A Rocker”

March 25, 2022
by Asher
· Music News · Serpico (Rockshots Records)

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Montreal, QC – March 25, 2022

Rockshots Records – Finnish Rockers SERPICO New Single “I Am A Rocker”

New single from Finnish rock-act Serpico is an honest tale of the band’s drummer

New Album “The Chosen Four” Coming July 2022

Finnish rockers Serpico are sharing their next single “I Am A Rocker” off their upcoming album “The Chosen Four” due out July 2022 via Rockshots Records. The song was written by Serpico guitarist Snake to tell a tale about the band’s drummer Jani.

“I am so proud to have my own song written by someone else. It sounds just the way I am personally, how I feel and how I act. Snake really knows how to write a great song without forgetting the humorous side in the lyrics. Yes Sir, I´m a Rocker!” comments Jani.

Watch “I Am a Rocket” at https://youtu.be/SpnqxVLkqXo

Since Serpico‘s inception in 2005, they have released two full-lengths “Rose Tattoo” (2018), ‘Shallow Mistress” (2014), and an EP “Bad Commercial” (2011) along with touring all over Finland, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, and England. The band is genuine and unique Rock n’ Roll with big respect for the classic titans. Their forthcoming album “The Chosen Four” is produced by platinum-selling Finnish record producer Anssi Kippo (Children of Bodom, Hanna Pakarinen, Teräsbetoni).

Album pre-order links:
Vinyl – https://bit.ly/TheChosenFourVINYL
CD – https://bit.ly/TheChosenFourCD

Previous Videos:

Dark Energy – https://youtu.be/QGrafd0gm4M

Midnight Cowboy – https://youtu.be/UoOphQWuAhM

For more info:
Rockshots.eu
Serpicoband.com
Facebook.com/serpicoroxx

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0 Rockshots Records – Out Now! HILLTOPS ARE FOR DREAMERS New Album “In Disbelief”

March 25, 2022
by Asher
· Hilltops Are For Dreamers (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 25, 2022

Rockshots Records – Out Now! HILLTOPS ARE FOR DREAMERS New Album “In Disbelief”

Photo Credit – Victor Lamprinos

Hilltops Are For Dreamers debut album “In Disbelief” is now available as of March 25th via Rockshots Records. The album itself is a world of extremes and vastly different from the band’s musical past. It blends influences from post-hardcore with acoustic blues melodies, progressive structuring, heavy riffing, a dash of black metal along with exploring electronic and cinematic paths. The record is meant to be a journey from a gloomy emotional state to a possible healing point through the process of realization. It is divided into three parts, Shadows, which is the dark unfolding of the path, Overturn, where the growing consciousness leads to the hope of a better self, and Awakening, which depicts a moment of revival and prospective remedy. For the album’s mixing and mastering, they teamed up once again with Steve Lado at SL Studios.

“We are really excited about this album. It’s a step forward from all perspectives. The sound and the music are so unique and personal, whilst at the same time, anyone could find these elements they really like and attach to them respectively. ‘In Disbelief’ explores different musical genres and spans from mellow to extreme, while staying faithful to melody and heaviness. The band moves away from its metalcore past, but keeps some of these roots blended with various influences from the wider metal scene, allowing them to experiment with new and unpaved paths at the same time. The band is very proud to be part of Rockshots Records, making this album the first official label release. The future seems to be bright and there is nothing to stop it!” comments band founder Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos (Guitars / Bass / Keys / Programming).

Today, for the album’s release day, the band is sharing a visualizer for their single “Severe Serenity”.

“The song has a doomy riff at the beginning that reminds me of Black Sabbath quite a lot. Then, it breaks to a hardcore guitar-driven verse while the chorus builds into a more lounge/vintage kind of style/vibe. Some Mastodon influences and an 80s-inspired solo for the end. I believe it’s one of the most interesting tracks of the album. Lyrically, it describes the relationship between the main character and ‘the dark side’.” adds Papageorgakopoulos.

Listen at https://youtu.be/Ugo-3e0xxIc

Hilltops Are For Dreamers are recommended for fans of Opeth, Thrice, and Soilwork.

Album order at the following links:

CD – https://bit.ly/InDisbelief_CD

Digital – https://bfan.link/in-disbelief

Revival – Music Video – https://youtu.be/UckWHiF_Uig

Track Listing:
Shadows
1. Silence (5:03)
2. Severe Serenity (3:56)
3. Healing After The Fall (5:19)
Overturn
4. The Tide (3:15)
5. Turn Into Oblivion (4:09)
Awakening
6. The Sirens Woe (4:10)
7. Revival (3:53)
8. Unsoiled Soul (3:34)
Album Length: 31:99

Band Line Up:
Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos: Guitars / Bass / Keys / Programming
Michael Enger: Vocals
Dionysus Maratos: Programming

Album Credits:
– Guitars & bass recorded and played by Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos
– Keys and programming by Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos
– Vocals performed by Michael Enger
– Drums arranged and programmed by Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos & Dionysus Maratos
– Drums refined and edited by Defkalion Dimos
– All music & lyrics by Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos, except ‘Unsoiled Soul’ music by Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos & Dionysus Maratos; classical guitar lead by Victor Lamprinos
– Recorded by Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos at Hilltops Recordings & Michael Enger
– Produced by Steve Lado at SL Studios
– Mixed & Mastered by Steve Lado at SL Studios
– Co-Produced, edited & engineered by Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos
– Artwork synthesis & design by Sophia D.
– Band Logo by Sophia D.
– Artwork photography by Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos

About:

Hilltops Are For Dreamers (HAFD) is an ambitious project that took shape and form in London around 2018 by Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos. However, they pride themselves in being a multinational band, specifically, UK and Greece-based. The band was born through the ashes of the five-piece Greek metalcore act ‘From Zero To Hero, (FO2H)’ that was disbanded in 2012 immediately after the release of their debut album and Dionysus Maratos (ex-FO2H, Celene) was the only one who joined HAFD in their first steps.

Since 2018, the band has managed to self-release their first ‘self-titled’ EP (January 2020) in digital format, receiving a number of positive reviews, including Metal Hammer, Greece (07/10). Mainly focused on a post-hardcore direction, the EP has successfully blended early ‘00s metalcore elements with blues licks and catchy melodies. One lyric and a unique music video have also been produced to support the achievement.

Additionally, during the first Covid-19 lockdown, they wrote and then released the split digital EP ‘A Transition’ (July 2020) with the fellow band ‘Repent For Joy’, pushing their music a step further. That release was accompanied by a music video for the song ‘The Tide’, featuring Michael Enger, who also does vocals on the debut album, ‘In Disbelief’.

What first began as a studio project by Vasilis Papageorgakopoulos from the unfulfilled musical restlessness of the past has become a strong collaboration of fellow international musicians to create and record.

In the end, everyone’s goal remains the same; to create influential music following the vision of a no-boundaries-physical or not-world where people connect with sounds and emotions.

Fun Facts:

The artwork photographs were taken over the years by Vasilis in the UK, he never thought that they could be used to synthesize the album inner booklet, but now they are. They challenge fans to find out where some of the pics are from, especially the one in the ‘Awakening’ part of the booklet.

Some of the lyrics were written/conceptualized by Vasilis while he traveled to work by train before the Covid era. Also, some of them are the outcome of just singing while strolling/walking around the streets of London.

For more info:
Facebook.com/HilltopsAreForDreamers
Instagram.com/hilltopsarefordreamers
Spotify

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0 Reminder – DEADWOLFF April 2022 East Coast Canadian Tour Dates; Out Now! Self-Titled EP (Metal Assault Records/ Boonsdale Records)

March 24, 2022
by Asher
· Deadwolff · Music News

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Reminder – DEADWOLFF April 2022 East Coast Canadian Tour Dates

Out Now! Self-Titled EP (Metal Assault Records/ Boonsdale Records)

DEADWOLFF – East Coast Tour Dates
April 1 – Ottawa, ON – Dominion Tavern
April 2 – Montreal, QC – Traxide
April 3 – Quebec City, QC – Quarter De Lune
April 4 – Fredericton, NB – The Cap
April 6 – Woodstock, NB – Monteith Manor
April 8 – Saint John, NB – The Panic Room
April 9 – Halifax, NS- Gus’ Pub
April 10 – Halifax, NS – Radstorm (All Ages)
April 13 – Belleville, ON – 116 Smokin’ Bistro
April 14 – Oshawa, ON – The Atria
April 15 – Toronto, ON – Bovine Sex Club
April 16 – Peterborough, ON – The Red Dog

L to R – Thomas Wolffe (Bass. Vocals), Angus Pike (Drums), Bobby Deuce (Guitar. Backing vocals)
Photo by Gin Sexsmith

Toronto’s DEADWOLFF announce they will be hitting the road across Eastern Canada this coming April 2022 to support their self-titled debut EP released digitally via Boonsdale Records and on cassette via Metal Assault Records. The tour will kick off on April 1st in Ottawa, ON and see the band perform dates in Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.

“We’re hitting the pedal to the metal and are super stoked to head out on the east coast tour. We’ll be playing some new cities, revisiting some favourites, and can’t wait to bring our tunes to fans and friends new and old! So if you happen to see a date that’s close to you, come on out and let’s get loud!” adds the band.

A blend of hard rock, punk, and metal, Deadwolff set themselves apart from other bands with their take on the New Wave of Heavy Rock and Roll. Recommended for fans of Judas Priest, Motorhead, and W.A.S.P, Deadwolff‘s is a revival of foot-tapping, beer-drinking, headbanging tunes, and more.

Music Video – “Double Up” – https://youtu.be/mwxEv-aOVdI

EP Stream and download at the following links:

Deadwolff.bandcamp.com/album/deadwolff (Cassette)
YouTube – https://youtu.be/rco8vukqo_A
Spotify

Track Listing:
1. Walking On Nails (4:04)
2. Double Up (3:17)
3. Pedal To The Metal (4:05)
4. Wanted Man (3:11)
5. Six To Midnight (3:12)
EP Length: 17:52

For more info:
Facebook.com/officialdeadwolff
Instagram.com/deadwolff.official
EPK

About:
The New Wave of Heavy Rock n’ Roll, Deadwolff is a three-piece band based out of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Founded in 2020, Deadwolff is composed of Thomas Wolffe, on bass and vocals. Bobby Deuce, on guitars and backing vocals. Rawa Brant on Drums. In late December of 2020, Boonsdale Records released the band’s debut EP digitally. Though recently, Deadwolff signed with Metal Assault Records, based out of Los Angeles, to release their debut EP on cassette on May 7th, 2021.

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Bang your head kids the bastard songs of Tank and Motorhead are here to save the day Deadwolff is their name – Thank God!” – RPM Online

“A BAND TO TAKE AN EYE ON..A GREAT STARTER IN WAITIN’FOR THE MAIN DISH!!” – Hardrock Heavy Metal

“It’nasty in the best way” – Metal Temple

“This is the kind of stuff you want on the stereo when having a good party with friends with lots of beer and room to headbang and play air guitar. If you have an ear (or just nostalgia) for ’70s hard/heavy rock and early ’80s hard rock and heavy metal, you’re pretty much guaranteed to love this.” – The Metal Crypt

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0 Canada’s FALAMH Are Now Streaming Blackened Death Metal EP “Aeons Effigy”; EP Stream Premiere via Bravewords

March 23, 2022
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· Falamh · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 23, 2022

Canada’s FALAMH Are Now Streaming Blackened Death Metal EP “Aeons Effigy”

EP Stream Premiere via Bravewords

“Aeons Effigy” Out March 25th

L-R – Dave Strba (Guitar, Backing Vocals) – Kyle Tayler (Guitars, Vocals) – Kye Bell (Bass)

Falamh released their debut album “The Unbound Beyond: I” in 2020 and are now following it up with “Aeons Effigy”. A meticulous blend of black and death metal, it will appeal to a wide variety of listeners who enjoy melody, creative riffs and blast beats. Compared to the last release, “Aeons Effigy” keeps the tone of the first, although it is diverse in other ways, it is darker and more robust; however, the atmosphere remains the same. The band explains it in their own words:

“The concept for this EP is about the journey and discovery of oneself and the transformation effects that occur. Whether being steadfast or yielding, change is always inevitable and it’s how someone reacts that can determine the perspective and outcome. The lyrics reflect this by telling tales of different characters and how their reaction affects them.”

The tracks on this EP are taken from several sessions over the last few years. As for what to expect in the future, there is currently some new material in the very early stages of the writing process. The release of it will depend on how far Falamh is able to dig in and be happy with the results.

“Aeons Effigy” is just over 20 minutes in length, and was produced, mixed and mastered by the band at Chainsaw Media. The album artwork was done by guitarist/vocalist Kyle Tayler. There are many black and death metal influences present in the music, and the album is recommended for fans of Taake, Kampfar, and Agalloch.

“Aeons Effigy” is being released on March 25, 2022, but can be heard in full before it officially drops via its premiere on Bravewords HERE.

Pre-order – Falamh.bandcamp.com

Music Video – Winds of Silence – https://youtu.be/oA0BBIBhZb4

Visualizer – Blackened Waves – https://youtu.be/zyUOrPMA-qs

Track Listing:
1. Winds of Silence (6:46)
2. Blackened Waves (6:52)
3. Benighted Weald (5:03)
4. Aethereal Forger (4:33)
EP Length: 23:14

EP Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: Falamh
• All songs written by: Falamh
• Produced by: Dave Strba and Kyle Tayler at Chainsaw Media
• Mixed by: Dave Strba at Chainsaw Media
• Mastered by: Dave Strba at Chainsaw Media
• EP Artwork by: Kyle Tayler
• Canadian Content (MAPL)

EP Recording Band Line Up:
Kyle Tayler – Guitars, Vocals
David Strba – Guitars, Vocals (Backing)
Kye Bell – Bass
Tyler Chartrand – Drums (Session)

For more info:
Facebook.com/Falamhband
Instagram.com/falamh.official

About:

Falamh, from North Bay, ON, Canada rose from the ashes of a previous band in 2019. Guitarist/vocalist Kyle Tayler had originally written material for that band, but after the dissolution, sought other creative outlets for them. Enlisting members from the previous band, Falamh was born and they got to work refining their melodic black/death metal.

Ultimately working collaboratively, Tayler guides the initial creation of song structures, riffs, drums patterns, and lyrics which are distilled by David Strba (guitars, backing vocals) and Kye Bell (bass). The three of them have considerable experience playing live and for them, the current focus is to present something more memorable with a stage presence that adds to the overall atmosphere of the music.

Falamh released their first EP “The Unbound Beyond: I” in 2020 and will follow it up with “Aeons Effigy” due out on March 25, 2022.

Discography:
2022 – Aeons Effigy – EP
2020 – The Unbound Beyond: I – EP

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0 TheCirclePit Premiere – Canada’s My Hollow Release Crushing Single “Hell Or High Water”

March 23, 2022
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· Music News · my hollow

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Canada’s My Hollow Release Crushing Single “Hell Or High Water”

“Fighting The Monsters” April 8, 2022

L-R Angelo Giammattolo – Drums, Sean De Faria – Bass, Graham Gaudreault – Vocals, Greg Gallagher – Guitar, Matt Williams – Keyboards,
(not pictured in photo) Danio Pirrone – Guitar
Photo Credit – Brett Teskey

Canada’s My Hollow has a new EP coming out, “Fighting The Monsters”, which will be their third since their inception in 2012. The new record boasts the heaviest music they have written and the addition of keyboards adds a new layer to their sound, infusing it with epic melodies. The latest single “Hell Or High Water” is progressive and wild, and bassist Sean De Faria details the particulars of the track:

“When I wrote the guitar parts for this song they ended up coming together really quickly. I remember feeling some stress and some loneliness at the time and I think that it comes through in the music. It’s also a lot different structurally than most of our songs, which is something that I always try to bring to the table. It also features a longer instrumental section nearing the end which also has gotten positive feedback from the crowd during live performances. The vocals that Graham added feed into the feel of the music as well, that feeling of unrest and longing for closure are evident in the lyrics.”

The band expects newer fans, as well as established ones, will be able to find tangible qualities to enjoy about the new album. The new tunes don’t stray too far from their back catalogue, but they do possess more of a mature approach to the songwriting. The addition of keyboardist Matt Williams has also added a new dimension to the My Hollow sound.

Citing that they are influenced the most by metal genres that are constantly evolving and being created everyday, they constantly look to discover new music and techniques. They are recommended listening for fans of Chimaira, Lamb of God, and Fit For An Autopsy.

Listen to “Hell Or High Water” at https://youtu.be/eDR154lLLfo

“Fighting The Monsters” is slated for release on April 8, 2022.

EP pre-order – Myhollow.bandcamp.com/

Puppet Music Video – Vultures – https://youtu.be/aExduk_8XPg

Cartoon Music Video – Fighting The Monsters – https://youtu.be/nD_lQgx1zYs

Track Listing:
1. Vultures (4:59)
2. Fighting The Monsters ft. Björn Strid (Soilwork) (4:19)
3. Hell Or High Water (6:26)
4. Faded Through (5:17)
5. The Iron Harvest (4:40)
EP Length: 25:41

EP Recording Credits:
• All songs performed by: My Hollow
• All songs were written by: My Hollow
• Produced by: Greg Gallagher and Sean De Faria
• Mixed by: Tyler Williams @ Monolithic Productions
• Mastered by: Tyler Williams @ Monolithic Productions
• Album Artwork by: Jennifer White
• Canadian Content (MAPL)

EP Recording and Live Band Line Up:
Graham Gaudreault – Vocals
Angelo Giammattolo – Drums
Greg Gallagher – Guitar
Danio Pirrone – Guitar
Sean De Faria – Bass
Matt Williams – Keyboards

For more info:
Myhollow.ca
Facebook.com/myhollowband
Twitter.com/my_hollow
Instagram.com/myhollow

About:
hollow: (1) a place or area that is lower than the area around it.
(2) an empty space inside of something.

The definitions of the word hollow describe My Hollow fittingly. With intense riffs and passages seamlessly giving way to lower, heavier parts in a lock-up, chunked out style with mutes leaving empty space in an otherwise chaotic sequence.

Based out of the Toronto area, My Hollow boasts a cast of independent metal journeymen, hungry to be heavier, tighter and more engaging with every song. Applying advice and drawing experience from performing alongside some of Canada’s biggest metal exports; The Agonist, Cryptopsy, Threat Signal, Beneath The Massacre among others. My Hollow as a whole can draw from a multitude of influences, not only from metal but from other genres as well, reflected in both their recorded releases as well as their live performance. Described by Danish webzine Power Of Metal as “five pissed off Canadians ready to tear my head off!” As well as “all the subtlety of a two-ton anvil slamming down on a set of pearly whites” by US based heavy metal blog, Heavy Metal Time Machine.

My Hollow has two official releases, 2012’s ‘Cold Dark Days EP’ featuring four demo versions of songs which were reworked and reimagined on 2014’s ‘On Borrowed Time’ full length release featuring My Hollow’s most refined and focused work to date.

Like any band, My Hollow has had its highs and lows. Being selected as a finalist for the annual Wacken Metal Battle Canada 2013 solidified My Hollow as one of Toronto’s, as well as Canada’s top metal acts and announced themselves to a broader spectrum of listeners. Although narrowly missing out on a spot to perform in Germany at heavy metal’s premier festival the experience proved to strengthen the bands resolve and galvanize their confidence in the process.

While the band’s recorded releases give the listener an idea of what My Hollow is about, the live performance is where My Hollow truly shine. “With a crushing wave of energy, and sound, My Hollow filled the venue with their effervescent presence. The lads never disappoint on stage,” is how Toronto based metal publication Metal Master Kingdom described their experience.

With a new EP “Fighting The Monsters”, which includes guest vocals from Bjorn Strid (Soilwork) due out in 2022 and an ever-evolving sound and live performance, My Hollow strive to become an ever-present staple in the Canadian and global metal scene and will stop at nothing to leave you hollow, and wanting more.

Discography:
2022 – Fighting The Monsters (EP)
2020 – iSolation (Single)
2018 – And Now We Fall (Single)
2015 – On Borrowed Time (LP)
2013 – Cold Dark Days (EP)

Shared Stage with:
The Agonist, Beyond Creation, Cryptopsy, Soilwork, Unearth, Battlecross, Fit For An Autopsy, Wretched, War Of Ages, SkullFist, Neck Of The Woods, Operus, Kill Devil Hill, Vital Remains, Warbringer, Beneath The Massacre. As well as (relatively) local bands: Insurrection, Centuries Of Decay, Sludgehammer, Astaroth Incarnate, BornBroken, Lutharo, Tortured Saint, Burning The Day.

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0 M-Theory Audio – California Symphonic Metal Quintet GRAVESHADOW Unveil Video for ‘Soldier of 34’; New album ‘The Uncertain Hour’ to be released Summer 2022

March 23, 2022
by Asher
· Graveshadow (M-Theory Audio) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 23, 2022

California Symphonic Metal Quintet GRAVESHADOW Unveil Video for ‘Soldier of 34’

New album ‘The Uncertain Hour’ to be released Summer 2022

The Sacramento-based quintet GRAVESHADOW – who deftly mixes symphonic/gothic metal with elements of doom, thrash and epic progressive power metal – have unveiled the music video for “Soldier of 34,” the new single from their forthcoming album, “The Uncertain Hour.” The band’s third album will be released July 15, 2022. In the meantime, the video for “Soldier of 34” can be viewed at https://youtu.be/qXDzhkfRjuM, and the song itself is now available for streaming/purchase on all digital music platforms.

“’Solider of 34’ was the first song completed for the record, and the first that Aaron [Robitsch – guitars] and I truly collaborated on,” explains guitarist William Lloyd Walker. “We wanted to create something that we felt was reflective of the band’s journey up until this point. The mournful melodies cast on top of these raw, aggressive rhythms we felt was the perfect backdrop for a story centered around losing those closest to you. We couldn’t be prouder of the way it turned out, and we feel it really represents all facets of what we want to accomplish this record. This is just the beginning; we can’t wait for the record to come out and share all that we’ve been working on with fans new and old alike.”

“Soldier of 34” is the follow-up to the band’s 2020 single “Gwynnbleidd,” inspired by the Witcher series, that showcased the return of the band with several new members, including vocalist Rachl Raxx Quinn and bassist Luci Rae, and can be heard here https://youtu.be/XrorDG70g3Q. Joining the band officially is drummer Bones Padilla, formerly of Bay Area labelmates Cultural Warfare. “The Uncertain Hour” was produced by Miss May I guitarist Justin Aufdemkampe (Clutch, War of Ages), mastered by Roman Ismaylov (Crobot, Zoe’s Extraordinary Playlist) and features artwork by Roman Ismaylov (Battle Beast, Beast In Black). Pre-orders for CD and limited-edition (200) vinyl copies are available at www.smarturl.com/graveshadow

“The Uncertain Hour” sees the new lineup for GRAVESHADOW continue to refine the enticing mix of symphonic, gothic, doom, and epic progressive-metal elements, now augmented by the newfound energy that has been brought into the band by the soaring melodic vocals of Quinn and the rumbling rhythm section of Rae and Bones. The duo of Walker and Robitsch once again deliver a beautiful display of guitar histrionics that tastefully mix searing shred with warm melody. GRAVESHADOW are back on the scene with a story to tell. Intertwining melodic highs and crushing lows to sweep listeners away on a journey of self-discovery, loss and the will to carry on.

GRAVESHADOW‘s previous album, 2018’s “Ambition’s Price,” was given accolades by Metal Utopia for being “a great record with lots of great moments for fans of Nightwish and The Birthday Massacre.” Metal Nation praised “Ambition’s Price,” declaring that “GRAVESHADOW has taken what has become a somewhat complacent and stagnant style of metal and breathed fresh life into it, creating something vibrant and memorable.” The fantastical lyrical themes that were explored by the band on “Ambition’s Price” – their debut record for M-Theory Audio and the follow-up to the group’s incubatory 2015 debut full-length “Nocturnal Resurrection” – were applauded by critics and fans alike. The band followed the release of “Ambition’s Price” by winning over new audiences with extensive touring alongside bands such as Arkona, Sirenia, Exmortus, Night Demon, and Unleash The Archers.

More information on GRAVESHADOW and the upcoming release of their new album, “The Uncertain Hour,” will be revealed in the months to come by M-Theory Audio and at https://www.facebook.com/Graveshadow.

GRAVESHADOW is:
Rachl “Raxx” Quinn – Vocals
William Lloyd Walker – Guitars
Aaron Robitsch – Guitars/Keyboards
Luci Rae – Bass
Bones – Drummer

For more information:
www.facebook.com/Graveshadow
www.instagram.com/graveshadow
https://graveshadow.bandcamp.com
www.m-theoryaudio.com

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0 Rockshots Records – FORTIS VENTUS Unveil Epic Symphonic Single “My Death is My Devotion” Off Upcoming Debut Album “Vertalia” Out June 2022

March 23, 2022
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· Fortis Ventus (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 23, 2022

Rockshots Records – FORTIS VENTUS Unveil Epic Symphonic Single “My Death is My Devotion”

Debut Album “Vertalia” Out June 2022

Rockshots Records will be releasing Fortis Ventus’ debut album “Vertalia” on June 3, 2022. Combining symphonic and cinematic elements along with soundtrack influences, today the Greek trio unveils their first single off the forthcoming record. Entitled “My Death is My Devotion”, the song captures the pain and faith behind the sacrifices for the ones we care about from the emotions driven by love and loyalty.

“An epic orchestral intro brings us to stormy seas only for the rhythmic triplets to ground us as the catchy melody gets stuck in your head. The vocals sing long notes while the band and orchestra keep a groovy rhythm going. Then it quiets down to a somber voice that is filled with emotion only for it to return even stronger than before.” adds the band.

Listen to “My Death is My Devotion” at the following links:

Lyric Video – https://youtu.be/esxUrI3OgVU
Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3tpUoUH

Sentimental, dramatic, grand, cinematic, and imaginative, “Vertalia” is a concept album based on a novel-fairytale written by keyboardist George Halliwell.

“Twelve chapters for a total of twelve tracks”. says, Halliwell.

The theme of this fairytale focuses on an imaginary planet called Vertalia, where the main character starts their journey to discover their inner truth and the truth of life itself. Through the challenges they face during their journey back to Earth, they connect with their higher self and take a path to eventually achieve inner peace back towards their homeland of Vertalia.

“The audience will be surprised at the intricate orchestrations that hide behind complex melodies on this album. Each person hearing it, will find a glimmer to empathize in every track. We wanted to tell a story and give the listener a variety of feelings and a journey alongside the lyrics.” adds the band.

Fortis Ventus is recommended for fans of Hans Zimmer, Two Steps From Hell, Epica, Nightwish, and Kamelot.

Album Pre Order / Pre Save
CD – https://bit.ly/VertaliaCD
Digital – https://bfan.link/vertalia

Track Listing:
1. Between Love and War – 5:38
2. Birth of Sadness – 6:17
3. Vertalia – 4:37
4. Cave of Glass – 4:25
5. Living Thorns (prelude) – 1:54
6. Gothecia – 5:20
7. Unveiling Path – 10:06
8. My Death Is My Devotion – 4:49
9. Door to the Unknown (prelude) – 2:41
10. Reflections of Myself – 4:28
11. The Eagle’s Chase – 4:02
12. Homeland – 5:11
Album Length: 59:33

Album Credits:
Nancy Mos – Vocals
George Halliwell – Keys, Programming
Gregory Koilakos – Electric, Classical & Bass Guitars
Guest Musicians:
Drum Recordings – Gregory Giarelis
Male & Choir Vocals on “Between Love & War” – Dee Theodorou
Backing Vocals on “Reflections of Myself”- Michalis Artz
Violin on “Birth of Sadness” & “The Unveiling Path” – Phedon Vriniotis
Cello on “Reflections of Myself”- Maria Mazaraki -Ainianos
Choir parts on “Between Love and War” & “Gothecia” – Nancy Mos, George Halliwell
Additional Male vocals on “Reflection of Myself” – George Halliwell
All music written & arranged by George Halliwell
All lyrics & vocal lines written by Nancy Mos, except “Vertalia” co- written by Nancy Mos & George Halliwell
Produced by George Halliwell
Co-produced by Yiannis Petroyiannis
Recorded & Edited at iCave Studio by Dee “K.man” Theodorou
Mixed & Mastered at Matrix Recording Studio by Yiannis Petroyiannis
Artwork & booklet’s adjustments made by Gogo Melone
Page layout by & Band photography by Fani Karatza

For more info:

Rockshots.eu
Facebook.com/fortisventusofficial
Twitter.com/fortis_ventus

About:

Fortis Ventus formed in 2015 and self-released their first ep “Haunted Heart” in November 2017. In early 2018, due to creative differences, the band underwent significant changes. The driving forces that remained were composer, arranger, keyboardist George Halliwell and vocalist, lyricist Nancy Mos. Breathing new life into their work, the duo met Gregory Koilakos who would take on the role of guitarist. Together, the three musicians started recording their first full-length “Vertalia” with Gregory taking on both guitar and bass duties for the album, which also changed the band’s metal sound with its film score music elements.

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0 Progressive Metal Meets Intricate Storytelling In DAY OF DEPARTURE’s Debut S/T Album; Album Stream Premiere via TheProgSpace

March 22, 2022
by Asher
· Day of Departure · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 22, 2022

Progressive Metal Meets Intricate Storytelling In DAY OF DEPARTURE’s Debut S/T Album

Album Stream Premiere via TheProgSpace

Debut Self-Titled Album Out March 25, 2022 via Bravemusic

L-R – Ben Kelly (Bass), Scott Loose (Guitars, Keys), Michelle Schrotz (Vocals, Keys), Trevor Schrotz (Drums), Matt Kozar (Guitars, Keys)
Photo credit – David Wright

Day of Departure, from Washington D.C., have been working on their self-titled debut album for the last two years and their proggy, sci-fi-inspired narrative debut is now premiering on TheProgSpace. The ten tracks fuse ambient, spacey post-rock with a story of the destruction of our planet, and then the need to evolve and find a new path forward for survival.

The band first developed the overall concept of the story and thought about the progression of that narrative. Next came focusing on the ebb and flow of the record and where they wanted to take the listener in terms of dynamics, pace, and feel, and used that as the basis for writing the other tracks. Each of the songs has a purpose throughout the full-length, but can stand alone as well. The band explains the creation of the listening experience:

“Even though the foundations of most of the songs were initially developed by Matt Kozar, there was plenty of room for collaboration to get to the final versions of the songs on the album. Whether it was considering different phrasing for vocals, development of different rhythms/beats from initial demos, or the inclusion of more layers of guitars and keys to contribute to the canvas of sound. We think fans of our other projects, Brave and Stellar Death, will recognize and appreciate the ways in which we have been able to integrate the vast array of sounds and styles throughout this album, but also recognize elements from those other creative outlets.”

The story within is imaginative and complex and the music has a soundtrack-like feel, immersing the listener into a creative, stimulating world. The album is a progression and the listener is encouraged to listen to it through this progression to get the maximum effect of the overall concept.

The album was produced by Day of Departure, mixed by Trevor Schrotz at the Red Room Studios, and mastered by Greg Schwan at the Oak Lodge.

Day of Departure is recommended for fans of God is an Astronaut, If These Trees Could Talk, and Lacuna Coil.

The album is now streaming in full at TheProgSpace with its official release on March 25, 2022 via Bravemusic.

LISTEN HERE.

Album pre-order – https://dayofdeparture.bandcamp.com

Video – …And We Prepare for Our End – https://youtu.be/olZswmbhat4

Video – Ex Machina – https://youtu.be/u9EXJC1qy8E

Video – Pierce the Sky (Conflict) https://youtu.be/rCaxy02aa90

Track Listing:
1. …And We Prepare for Our End (8:00)
2. The Edge of Annihilation (6:13)
3. The Light In Our Eye Grows Dim (3:01)
4. Pierce the Sky (Conflict) (4:32)
5. Ex Machina (5:46)
6. Life Prevails (6:13)
7. The Future Has No Form (3:24)
8. Living Matter (7:34)
9. Awaken To The Beyond (5:50)
10. The Beyond (2:17)
Album Length: 52:50

For more info:
Bravemusic.com/day-of-departure
Facebook.com/dayofdeparturedc
Instagram.com/day_of_departure

About:

Day of Departure combines elements of post-rock, ambient, progressive rock, and hard rock to arrive at a unique sonic landscape that seeks to balance the varied influences and inspirations from its creators.

Born out of a desire to explore a different musical style that merges their influences with a well-woven narrative, Washington D.C.’s Day of Departure created a story that begins with the destruction of our planet, and then the need to evolve and find a new path forward for survival. They are heavily influenced by a number of different sci-fi stories and comics that echo throughout their music.

Their debut self-titled album is set to be released on March 25, 2022. It was produced and recorded entirely remotely over two years with none of the members working together in person. They currently do not have any plans to play live at the moment, but are looking forward to thinking about how to bring to life the music and vibe that was created on the record.

While writing their debut, several songs didn’t make the cut, yet Day of Departure are already thinking about the next chapter to explore, with some of those songs/ideas being the inspiration or perhaps even the focus of forthcoming music.

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