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0 Reminder – WACKEN METAL BATTLE USA 2020 Band Submissions Open Until Nov 30th

November 8, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · Wacken Metal Battle USA

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Montreal, QC – November 2019

Reminder – WACKEN METAL BATTLE USA 2020 Band Submissions Open Until Nov 30th

Applications for 2020 will end November 30, 2019 at 11:59 PM PST.

W:O:A Metal Battle – Official Trailer here.

Wacken Metal Battle USA 2019 Spotify Playlist here.

For over a decade at the world’s largest outdoor metal festival Wacken Open Air, independent metal bands from around the globe have been performing in front of thousands and competing against one another for one to be crowned champion of the world along with winning multiple prizes. For the fourth year, Wacken Metal Battle USA is returning to America and will be hosting qualifying rounds in select cities across the nation. The national champion of those battles will perform at 31st edition of the festival taking place from July 30th – August 1st, 2020 in Wacken, Germany. The sold-out 2020 Wacken Open Air line-up includes Judas Priest, Mercyful Fate, Amon Amarth, Sodom, Annihilator, Overkill, Venom, Sick of It All, Nervosa, U.D.O., Hypocrisy, Death Angel, Beast In Black, At The Gates and many more. Details here.

Unsigned bands interested in participating for 2020 battles, can apply at the following link until November 30, 2019 at 11:59 PM PST.

Application link: https://metalbattleusa.com/apply/

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Wacken Metal Battle USA is part of an international competition that sees bands from across the country battle each other for the chance of winning their spot among 29 other countries’ champions, and representing the USA in an international battle of the bands at the world’s largest outdoor metal festival: Wacken Open Air, which has been taking place in Wacken, Germany for the last 30 years. The winner of Wacken Metal Battle USA will perform at the 2020 festival taking place from July 30th – August 1st.

2020 battles will be held in Phoenix, AZ, Tucson, AZ, Inland Empire, CA, Los Angeles, CA, Oakland, CA, Sacramento, CA, San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Atlanta, GA, New Orleans, LA, Las Vegas, NV, New York City, NY, Portland, OR, Austin, TX, Fort Worth, TX, San Antonio, TX, Houston, TX, Seattle, WA with more to be announced.

Concert promoters interested in hosting a Wacken battle in their city can apply at this link: https://metalbattleusa.com/promoter-application-for-wacken-metal-usa-battles/

How it works:

Participating cities will host qualifying rounds plus a city final organized by a local city concert promoter where one band will move forward to the American national final (date and city to be determined). The winner of the national final will move on to perform at the 31st edition of Wacken Open Air and compete against the winners of 29 other countries in a final global battle. All bands will be judged during battle rounds by respected local music industry representatives.

Rules: https://metalbattleusa.com/rules/

Last year’s 2019 national final was hosted in Los Angeles, CA and featured Dissentience (Winners, East Coast), Monarch (Winners, West Coast), Nahaya (Winners, Texas), Toxic Ruin (Winners, Chicago), Violence System (Winners, Atlanta) whom were selected from over a hundred bands that participated in battles across the USA.

2019 – WMBU Winner
Monarch (San Diego, CA)
Video – Live at Wacken 2019 here.

2018 – WMBU Winner
VOICES OF RUIN (Anaheim, CA)

2017 – WMBU Winner
CORPSE HOARDER (Philadelphia, PA)
Video – Live at Wacken 2017 here.

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0 MORGAN RIDER (Vesperia) & THE DEEP DARK RIVER Share Acoustic Video ‘The Immeasurable Fathoms’

November 8, 2019
by Asher
· Morgan Rider and The Deep Dark River · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 8, 2019

For fans of Woods of Ypres, Katatonia, Amorphis, Shawn James, Amigo The Devil

MORGAN RIDER (Vesperia) & THE DEEP DARK RIVER Share Acoustic Video ‘The Immeasurable Fathoms’

New Album “Leviathan and The Deep Dark Blue” Out November 22nd

L-R: Morgan Rider [Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Percussion], Nathen Morrison [Cello]

Canada’s Morgan Rider & The Deep Dark River will be releasing their new album and the second installment in The Deep Dark River quadrilogy saga – “Leviathan and The Deep Dark Blue”.

The first chapter “King of The Forest” (North Soul Records) this past June and now “Leviathan and The Deep Dark Blue” (North Soul Records) is ready to be experienced by listeners this coming November 22nd. Releasing their first single is ‘The Seafaerers’ at the beginning of October. The band is ready to share their next track in support of the release with an acoustic video of Morgan Rider performing ‘The Immeasurable Fathoms’, which can be viewed HERE.

Rider adds:

“I’m very happy to finally release a solo live version of some of the music from our new album ‘Leviathan and The Deep Dark Blue’. This is how I wrote and developed all the music for the album, so it’s cool to show it off in this stripped-down version, without all the heavy guitars, bass and drums.”

Morgan Rider and The Deep Dark River combine all the humble qualities of blues, folk and classical into a well-balanced, artfully crafted musical reflection on life, hope and old-fashioned storytelling while delivering a uniquely fresh and uplifting listening experience.

Album pre-order and stream of the band’s first single ‘The Seafaerers’ here.

Track Listing:
1 – Beneath The Crushing Tides (2:12)
2 – The Immeasurable Fathoms (6:35)
3 – Dread (4:38)
4 – Ignite The Tempests (5:01)
5 – The Seafaerers (4:50)
6 – When The Waves Are Stilled (7:15)
7 – Where the Light May Never Reach (2:53)
8 – The Immeasurable Fathoms (Acoustic) (4:59)
9 – Dread (Acoustic) (4:00)
10 – Ignite The Tempests (Acoustic) (5:33)
11 – The Seafaerers (Acoustic) (5:02)
12 – When The Waves Are Stilled (Acoustic) (5:28)
Album Length: 58:31

Tour Dates:
11.15 – Bowmanville, ON – Manantler Craft Brewing
11.10 – Bowmanville, ON – Chronicle Brewing Co.
11.16 – Huntsville, ON – Huntsville Alehouse
11.21 – Kingston, ON – Musiikki
11.22 – Lindsay, ON – Boiling Over’s
12.06 – Bowmanville, ON – Copperwork’s Brew Pub
12.07 – Bracebridge, ON – Kellys Kitchen
12.08 – Ottawa, ON – Bar Robo (Chinatown)
12.14 – Toronto, ON – Friday Roots
12.27 – Perth, ON – Fiddleheads
12.28 – Toronto, ON – Cherry Cola’s (LEVIATHAN ALBUM RELEASE PARTY)
01.25 – Campellford, ON – That Little Pub
02.01 – Belleville, ON – The Beaufort Pub

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Born in 1989, singer, songsmith and multi-instrumentalist Morgan Rider had his earliest imaginings of life as a musician while contending with an often tumultuous childhood. Overhearing his mother – who is a trained operatic soprano – his love and understanding of music blossomed at an early age. Morgan eventually spending his adolescent and early adult years performing in touring metal bands – appearing on tours and large festivals across North America and Europe.

During the summer of 2017, Morgan’s adoration of folk, classical and blues music finally culminated into a project and the beginnings of a collection of songs. The name Deep Dark River had been stuck in his head for years, as a byproduct of his writings and alluding to the very nature of his ideas as a musician and artist. As such, Deep Dark River became the name by which he would perform beneath.

While his ideas began to take form, so did his mindset for what became the early stages of Deep Dark River. In March of 2018, the first original Deep Dark River single ‘The Golden Bough’ was released digitally worldwide. Morgan began performing live and also toured solo to the Canadian east coast to promote the single. In the summer of 2018, the debut album Deep Dark River was released and supported with a full Canadian solo tour over 5 weeks.

As 2018 neared its end, Morgan called upon his friend Nathen Morrison to contribute cello to the sounds of Deep Dark River, solidifying the project as a duo. The pair immediately began rehearsing and recording the first of a four-album quadrilogy – which Morgan had written the bulk of on his travels. The first single featuring the pair – Starfire – was released in March of 2019 along with the album “King of The Forest” released on June 21st, 2019 via North Soul Records. Not slowing down, the pair have their next album just months later “The Deep Dark Blue” planned for release via North Soul Records on November 22nd, 2019 with its lead single ‘The Seafaerers’.

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0 TALES OF THE TOMB Posts New Video ‘Dyatlov Pass Incident’

November 7, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · Tales of The Tomb

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Montreal, QC – November 7, 2019

For fans of Macabre, At The Gates, Cannibal Corpse, Dying Fetus, Psychological Horror Metal / Death Metal / Murder Metal

TALES OF THE TOMB Posts New Video ‘Dyatlov Pass Incident’

New EP “Volume Two: Mendacium” Out Now!

Tales Of The Tomb (L-R): Trez Thomas (Guitar and Vocals), Corey Skerlak (Guitar and Vocals)

Photo Credit – Kylee Thompson Photography

Painting their canvas of extreme music with inspirations of real-life stories of murder, conspiracy, supernatural horror, and terror, Edmonton’s Tales of The Tomb unleashed their new EP “Volume Two: Mendicium” this past September. In support of the release, the band is sharing their latest video for their track ‘Dyatlov Pass Incident’.

The band explains the story behind the song:

“9 hikers disappeared in what is now called the Dyatlov Pass in Russia. This incident had inspired many different conspiracies trying to explain what happened to the 9 hikers that went missing and were later found dead in the mountain range. Because there was a random unidentified scrap of clothing that looked to come from a military uniform found at the sight of the event. We are taking the angle put forth that the hikers unknowingly stumbled across a military weapons test and met their demise. Basically, they were there at the wrong place at the wrong time and the government was forced to cover up their deaths that the weapons test caused. There was evidence of the hikers ripping the tent from the inside and one of the hikers was found with extensive radiation burns, unclothed, fingernails and hands ripped apart from what was later determined to be from trying to climb the surrounding trees and much more. The song is written push-pull between the chaos of stumbling into this extension event vs. a seemingly normal journey. This was the last song written and displays the direction we are trying to move into from our past EP.”

Check out the video HERE.

A sonic attack layered with grinding blast beats, injected with menacing guttural lows, “Volume Two: Mendicium” is straight from hell with gore-filled lyrics leaving little to the imagination, destroying your eardrums like a corpse erased in an acid-filled bath. The EP was mixed and mastered by Cryptopsy guitarist and head engineer/owner at The Grid Studios Christian Donaldson. The EP also contains a bonus track about the Japanese horror film Mermaid in a Manhole. Featuring artwork by Tony Midi of Tonymidi Artworks.

“Volume Two: Mendicium” is available on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music.

Other Videos:
‘The Sinful Messiah’ here.
‘The Nightmare Hall’ here.
‘Nine Eleven’ here.

Track Listing:
1. The Nightmare Hall (4:05)
2. Faul (3:02)
3. The Sinful Messiah (4:14)
4. Dyatlov Pass Incident (3:52)
5. Nine Eleven (4:46)
6. Mermaid In A Manhole (3:33)
EP Length: 23:44

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Unified by the desire to have the grotesque power of 90’s era death and murder metal, Tales of The Tomb started as a thought that grew into an insatiable need to make extreme music. Tales Of The Tomb was created in October 2013 from founder Corey Skerlak (guitar, vocals) out of inspiration from the original murder metal band Macabre.

Much of their inspiration is drawn from the hideous crimes and conspiracies of the world. Retelling stories of the dark hidden secrets and victims from such crimes. This was the inspiration for the name Tales of The Tomb.

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“RIYL: Serial killers and death metal. Now, many of you may think the two already go hand in hand, but new dimensions of depravity are opened when you take the murderous criminals Macabre and Church of Misery have been glorifying forever and backdrop it with noise more akin to Cannibal Corpse Fist-****ing At The Gates. Or Vice Versa.” – Decibel Magazine

“It’s got a European death metal feel to it, and while it’s definitely heavy, it’s centerpiece is a melodic guitar solo. If the rest of the EP, out on November 27th, is anything like the first taste of it, signals Tales of the Tomb as a band we’ll be hearing more – Metal Insider

“Grooves entwine and work their way under the skin like toxic vines, whilst the body of the song strolls with a deceitful calm as much hued in more classic metal essences as it is in death metal voracity.” – RingMaster Review

“Volume One: Morpras stands as a melodic treat fans of cold sounding death metal, melodic or otherwise, will definitely get a kick out of.” – Apochs Metal Review

Prairie Finalist for Wacken Metal Battle Canada 2016

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0 Vicariously Enjoy THE BLOODY HELL’s “Out Of Our Minds” NSFW Video – A Punk Rock Horror Story

November 6, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · The Bloody Hell

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Montreal, QC – November 6, 2019

For fans of Misfits, Nirvana, Motorhead, Riff Rock

Vicariously Enjoy THE BLOODY HELL’s “Out Of Our Minds” NSFW Video – A Punk Rock Horror Story

L – R : James Densley Lead Guitar – Kyle Cantfell Drums – Sean Carver Bass – Ian Kean Vocals / Guitar

Photo Credit – Ian Kean

“What if all those hooks, melodies and chord structures you love about classic rock were covered in distortion; the lyrics screamed bloody murder and the songs were played at punk rock speed? A satanic sonic assault on the ears, comprised of concepts covering heartache, substance abuse, death and the occult, drenched in feedback and overflowing with blazing guitar solos.”

That is how The Bloody Hell describes their music and with the release of their video from ‘Out Of Our Minds’ that crazy debauchery takes on a visual form. The highly creative and slightly NSFW video depicts the archetypal punk rock lifestyle lived out through plastic dolls and is accompanied by the rockin’ punk tune.

The single ‘Out Of Our Minds’ comes from the 2018 self-titled album, which exemplifies the band’s goal to create a fun and interesting listening experience for their fans that is full of twists and turns, highs and lows. They explain what one can expect at a live gig:

“We try to incorporate the themes into our live set as well, and always have surprises for the audience like props, guests on stage, lighting or video setups. Also, we focus a lot on melody and always have a lyrical hook so there is ample opportunity for the audience to sing along which I think is not very typical of satanic three-chord punk bands”

Formed in 2017, The Bloody Hell have gotten dirtier and more polished at the same time, with the band having got much better at writing hooks and concepts, while the guitars got louder and the vocals got uglier.

Suitable for a variety of fans, The Bloody Hell cites influences ranging from Misfits, Nirvana and Motorhead, anyone who enjoys a fun and dirty romp through catchy hooks and grungy vocals.

Watch the video on YouTube.

The Bloody Hell‘s debut self-titled album is available on Bandcamp, Apple Music, Spotify.

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The Bloody Hell is what would happen If George Thorogood sang for the Misfits but all the songs were written by Tom Petty. Super catchy horror rock songs about drinking and heartache played at punk rock speed.

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0 Soar Away With Powerful Solos With ‘F-22 Raptor’ From PYRAMIDS ON MARS

November 5, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · Pyramids On Mars

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Montreal, QC – November 5, 2019

For fans of Joe Satriani, Rush, Yngwie J Malmsteen, Steve Vai

Soar Away With Powerful Solos With ‘F-22 Raptor’ From PYRAMIDS ON MARS

Guitarist Kevin Estrella’s project Pyramids On Mars has a new album being released on December 21, 2019, entitled “Edge of the Black”. Offering an aural palette of intense instrumental rock, it’s emotional, provocative and 4-dimensional

The first single from this album is ‘F-22 Raptor’, the song soars like the jet itself, with intricate riffs set alongside aggressive chugging and the visuals are of the USAF stealth tactical fighter the song is named after.

Following up on the two previous albums from Pyramids On Mars, “Edge of the Black” was written, composed and performed solely by Keven Estrella who cites influences from musical greats including J.S Bach and Antonio Vivaldi with today’s guitar virtuosos Yngwie Malmsteen and Joe Satriani. Edge of Black pays homage to these artists while still maintaining Estrella’s own creative flair. Estrella shares his thoughts on the album:

“On Edge of The Black, I wanted to put emphasis on songwriting and telling a story. The emphasis is not just on the lead guitar melody, but on the band as a whole. Harmonic variations on repeating themes are strongly utilized; like rhyming phrases in spoken language that allows easier accurate retelling of the original story. This idea of repeating music phrases/themes so the audience can easily recall it and hum it all the way home.”

Full of determination and talent, Estrella compares his music to that of Satriani and Rush. In his own words:

“I honestly think ‘Edge of the Black’ will do for this decade what Joe Satriani’s ‘Surfing With The Alien’ did for instrumental rock back in the ’80s. It captures the same passion, energy, and melodic hooks, yet it has an updated sound. It is no secret I am heavily influenced by the band Rush. They are a part of my circuitry.”

Listen to ‘F-22 Raptor’ via its premiere on Prog-Sphere HERE.

“Edge of The Black” pre-order available on Bandcamp.

Track Listing:
1. Blood Moon 5:42
2. Nacht Waffen 6:56
3. Song of Light 5:44
4. F-22 Raptor 5:53
5. The Ambassador 4:57
6. Mercury Magnetar 4:58
7. Arcturian Rain 4:38
8. Time to Believe 4:40
9. Arioso Lullaby 4:39
10. Whale Song 4:28
Album Length: 52:40

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Every once in awhile there comes along a band that is so different or unique, you would think they were dropped on Earth from another planet. Pyramids on Mars is one of those bands. What first catches you, is that they are an instrumental band. A combination of elements such as hard rock, industrial, metal and psychedelic rock: and then the lead guitar comes soaring in. Well crafted, beautiful, melodic phrases so catchy and memorable they will be stuck in your head for the rest of the day.

Pyramids on Mars is the solo project of guitarist Kevin Estrella. He wanted to do something musically different that would stand out from the crowd. Estrella’s musical style is very similar to world-renowned rock guitarist Joe Satriani, so much so that Estrella has nicknamed himself the “Satriani of the North.”

“Of course Satriani has had a huge influence on me,” he says “But he (Satriani) does more of a bluesy thing whereas I am more influenced by classical music. I absolutely love the Baroque classical composers J.S Bach and Antonio Vivaldi who are my biggest musical influences.

Estrella recorded, produced, engineered and mastered his debut album, self-titled “Pyramids on Mars” in 2013. Since then, he has been capturing music industry attention-getting international radio airplay in the U.S, Canada, South America, and Europe. He is a regular guest on Brian ‘the hammer’ Jackson radio (Los Angeles) to over 4 million listeners and a weekly speaker on Real Rock Radio (Chicago).

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0 All Roads Lead To The Electric Highway Festival In Calgary, AB, Canada!

November 5, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · The Electric Highway Festival

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Montreal, QC – November 5, 2019

All Roads Lead To The Electric Highway Festival In Calgary, AB, Canada!

Buckle up for The Electric Highway Festival, two days of killer bands, rad artists and fuzzy vibes at the historic Royal Canadian Legion #1 in downtown Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The yearly event that previously went by the name 420 Music & Arts Festival, will be returning for its 4th year April 17-18, 2020. Regarding the name change, the organizers explain:

“When we came up with the concept for the festival in the fall of 2016, legalization was only an idea and we had no idea what impact that would have on our festival, but it has been more of a hindrance on many levels. As The Electric Highway, we can focus on the bands, artists, vendors and the growth of the festival without being limited in any way and continue to provide all our guests with an unforgettable festival experience.”

The 2020 lineup brings an electric offering of North American bands featuring headliners Sasquatch and Wo Fat laying down their brand of fuzzy, kick-ass Desert Rock & Heavy Psych. If that’s not enough, Nebula returns to Calgary for the first time in over a decade! Duel from Austin, Texas will be playing Canada for the 1st time at The Electric Highway along with Hippie Death Cult & LáGoon both from Portland, Oregon. 420 favorites La Chinga return from Vancouver for their 4th appearance and Calgary’s Gone Cosmic & Buzzard from Victoria, BC are just a few more of the wicked bands that will be playing on two stages over the two days of The Electric Highway, the full lineup below.

2 Day Festival Pass holders can pick up their wristbands a day early at The Electric Highway Kick-Off Party, Thursday, April 16th, 2020 at The Palomino Smokehouse & Social Club. This event will be free for festival pass holders or $10 at the door for non-pass holders. Pre-order merch sales will also be available for pick up at this event too. Beat the lineup and come for some bands, beer & BBQ at the Pal!

The Electric Highway is a fully immersive festival experience and offers much more than just music. The festival also features an art & vendor exposition during both days at The Legion, April 17-18, 2020 and a pinball tournament at Pin-Bar, April 18th, 2020.

Festival passes are currently on sale; check www.TheElectricHighway.ca to purchase and for more festival information.

The Electric Highway Official Lineup:
Sasquatch (Los Angeles, CA)
Wo Fat (Dallas, TX)
Nebula (Los Angeles, CA)
Duel (Austin, TX)
La Chinga (Vancouver, BC)
Gone Cosmic (Calgary, AB)
Hippie Death Cult (Portland, OR)
LáGoon (Portland, OR)
Buzzard (Victoria, BC)
Chunkasaurus (Victoria, BC)
Bazaraba (Calgary, AB)
Shadow Weaver (Calgary, AB)
Father Moon (Calgary, AB)
Set & Stoned (Crossfield, AB)
Row of Giants (Calgary, AB)
Hemptress (Kamloops, BC)
Pink Cocoon (Montreal, QC)
The Sleeping Legion (Winnipeg, MB)
The Basement Paintings (Saskatoon, SK)
Locutus (Calgary, AB)
The Worst (Calgary, AB)

Festival Links:

Full festival

Expo – Vendor opportunities are available. Please go to the website to fill out a form.

Pinball Tournament

Kickoff Party

Ticket Information:

Early Bird Festival Passes are $50 (plus GST/SC) while quantities last or until Dec 31, 2019, 11:59 pm

Regular Festival Passes are $65 (plus GST/SC)

Regular Festival Passes and Single Day tickets go on sale on January 1, 2020.

Social Media Links:

Website: TheElectricHighway.ca

Facebook: Facebook.com/ElectricHighwayFestival

Instagram: Instagram.com/TheElectricHighway

Twitter: Twitter.com/TheElectricHwy

The Electric Highway 2020 Spotify Playlist here.

Hashtag #BuckleUp

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Business partnerships and sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact theelectrichighwayfestival[@]gmail.com for more information.

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0 Walk Into The Fire of Heartbreak With CELESTIAL RUIN’s Single “Heart Shaped Ashes” via PureGrainAudio

November 4, 2019
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· Celestial Ruin · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 4, 2019

For fans of Halestorm, In This Moment, The Pretty Reckless, Nightwish, Evanescence

Walk Into The Fire of Heartbreak With CELESTIAL RUIN’s Single “Heart Shaped Ashes”

L-R – Thassana (Tazz) – Guitar, Mike “Dikk” Dagenais – Bass, Larissa Dawn – Vocals, Adam Todd – Drums

Photo Credit: Char Tupper

Vancouver’s Celestial Ruin has just debuted a new single “Heart Shaped Ashes”. Produced in Los Angeles by Mike Plotnikoff (In Flames, Three Days Grace, The Cranberries), the hard rock tune has a variety of elements that will appeal to fans around the world.

With powerful riffs accented with a phenomenal soaring voice, the track is a melodic depiction of heartbreak and the self-evolution that follows. Celestial Ruin explains the meaning behind the song:

“The song is about how even when you are doing everything you can to save a relationship, sometimes, certain people are destined to bring you nothing but heartache and destruction.”

For fans of Halestorm, In This Moment, Nightwish and Evanescence, Celestial Ruin brings you dynamic and heartfelt rock with a gritty edge, the single is out as of November 5, 2019 and will be available on Spotify and Apple Music.

Check out “Heart Shaped Ashes” via its exclusive premiere on PureGrainAudio.com HERE.

For more info:
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For booking inquiries, please contact CLYDE HILL with Magnatized Management, 778-323-0412

About:

The Canadian band Celestial Ruin is a hard rock band with worldwide influences. Their sound combines heavy rock rhythms and riffs with catchy, singable melodies. The combination is epic by all accounts. Based out of Vancouver, BC, Celestial Ruin started taking the local scene by storm with their 2012 debut album “The Awakening”.

Receiving favorable reviews in publications such as Rockstar Weekly Magazine professing a 4/5 star rating declaring, “If The Awakening is only the beginning of things to come, you’d best get on board now while the getting’s good.”

From September- December 2015 they completed a cross Canada tour (Out of Exile) garnering rave reviews for their live show. Celestial Ruin has shared the stage with the likes of; Stone Temple Pilots, Crash Kings, Sonata Arctica, Leave’s Eyes, Dope, Moonspell, Atrocity and Omnium Gatherum.

They released their 2016 EP “Pandora”; that they recorded with producer Joost Van Den Broek (Epica, Revamp, Xandria) and their single SENSE OF EXILE has over 525,000 plays on Spotify after being released to radio on January 2018.

Celestial Ruin was recently in LA to record new music with Producer Mike Plotnikoff at West Valley Studios. Their new single “Heart Shaped Ashes” will be released on November 5, 2019 followed by the music video on November 23, 2019.

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0 Calgary’s THIRD CHAMBER Unleash Next Single ‘Terror Formed’ Off Upcoming EP “Harvesting Our Decay”

November 4, 2019
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· Music News · Third Chamber

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Montreal, QC – November 4, 2019

For fans of Black Dahlia Murder, Suffocation, At the Gates, Misery Index, Napalm Death

Calgary’s THIRD CHAMBER Unleash Next Single ‘Terror Formed’ Off Upcoming EP “Harvesting Our Decay”

Announce Alberta Dates

Politically Charged EP “Harvesting Our Decay” Out Nov 22nd

Photo Credit: Neil McElmon – ConcertSocks

Comprised of several musicians with a long history in Calgary’s metal scene (Culled, After Earth, Meddigo, False Flag, WAKE, Disciples of Power, Exit Strategy, and Razorwing), THIRD CHAMBER is cooking up a new, yet familiar death metal sound that will nourish even the pickiest of metal enthusiasts.

Set to unleash their debut EP “Harvesting Our Decay” on November 22nd, 2019, the band is ready to offer their next single ‘Terror Formed’ via its exclusive premiere on Bravewords HERE.

With death being the main ingredient in their metal melting pot, hints of grindcore and hardcore also stand out amidst flavours of politically charged lyrics. THIRD CHAMBER is not music for the soft, besides being musically ferocious, the lyrical content is a brutal reflection of the current state of the world. From negative motivations of religious organizations, the effects of social media on mental distress, the ever-growing pride of ignorance, the exploitation of our natural resources for the profit of the wealthy and the manipulation and lack of actual truth in most media consumed by the ever-growing bewildered herd.

The band explains ‘Terror Formed’:

“This track is about media consumed by a majority of society that is fear-mongering bull shit riddled with stories design to strike fear and spread hate. A media that benefits on chaos will not hesitate to help create what it needs to survive and keep people plugged in.”

THIRD CHAMBER will be hitting the road for four dates across the province of Alberta in November and December.

Show Dates:
Nov 23 – Red Deer, AB – The Krossing
Nov 29 – Medicine Hat, AB – Heartwood Cafe
Nov 30 – Edmonton, AB – The Starlite Room Temple
Dec 6 – Calgary, AB – Dickens

THIRD CHAMBER is for fans of Black Dahlia Murder, Suffocation, At the Gates, Misery Index, Napalm Death.

EP pre-order here. (Digital, CD and a limited quantity of hand-numbered cassettes)

Watch the ‘Harvesting Our Decay’ lyric video HERE.

Track Listing:
1. Parasitic Communion (4:45)
2. Mind Rot (3:05)
3. Choke (4:07)
4. Harvesting Our Decay (4:24)
5. Terror Formed (4:28)
EP Length: 20:51

For more info:
ThirdChamber.ca
Facebook.com/thirdchamber.ca
Instagram.com/3rdchamberband

About:

Comprised of several musicians with a long history in Calgary’s metal scene, Third Chamber is cooking up a new, yet familiar death metal sound that will nourish even the pickiest of metal enthusiasts.

With death being the main ingredient in their metal melting pot, hints of grindcore and hardcore also stand out amidst flavours of politically charged lyrics. Third Chamber is not music for the soft, besides being musically ferocious, the lyrical content is a brutal reflection of the current state of the world. From negative motivations of religious organizations, the effects of social media on mental distress, the ever-growing pride of ignorance, the exploitation of our natural resources for the profit of the wealthy and the manipulation and lack of actual truth in most media consumed by the ever-growing bewildered herd.

In 2019, Third Chamber is releasing their debut five-track EP “Harvesting Our Decay”.

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“A strong 5 track EP with fierce vocals, drums, riffs, and well played solos that are timed to hit the right places. Not a boring EP by any stretch. Third Chamber give you a taste for what will come on the future album.” – Metal Nerd Republic

“With death metal as their wicked foundation, Third Chamber twists in other genres such as hardcore to create a ripping, punchy and all together skull bashing sound. Their upcoming five track EP titled Harvesting Our Decay is ferocious, explosive and down right neck bending heavy. If you aren’t head banging to this release you may as well not even have a pulse. Each track does a great job of getting right underneath your skin and right in your face, shredding you limb from limb until the final note rings through your speakers.” – Cadaver Garden

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0 Edmonton Prog SLEEPING IN TRAFFIC Share Drum Playthrough “Exoplanets”

November 1, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · Sleeping In Traffic

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Montreal, QC – November 1, 2019

For fans of Between The Buried & Me, Devin Townsend, Tool, Thank You Scientist

Edmonton Prog SLEEPING IN TRAFFIC Share Drum Playthrough “Exoplanets”

Double EPs ‘That Which Saves Us’ and ‘That Which Destroys Us’ Out Now!

L-R: Ryan Berehulke – Bass, Cory Bosse – Vocals/Synth, Greg Turner – Guitar, Andrew Bateman – Drums

Photo Credit: Graham Gnarles

Edmonton proggers SLEEPING IN TRAFFIC recently released their double EPs on September 27th. “That Which Destroys Us” is dark and aggressive in sound while “That Which Saves Us” has a more upbeat and catchy vibe.

Teaming up with TechnicalMusicReview, the band is showcasing their latest drum playthrough for their track ‘Exoplanets’ off “That Which Saves Us” at the following link HERE.

You can also watch their previous guitar, bass, keys, and vocal playthrough for the same track HERE.

With influences from Between The Buried & Me, Devin Townsend and Tool, the newest release is a split EP that explores the dual nature of the band’s music. The band explains the duality in their vision:

“The first ‘That Which Saves Us’ is the “upbeat EP”. It strongly represents a lot of the pop-punk influences that Ryan and Greg bring to the band, and features songs with inspiring themes and uplifting major keys. The other ‘That Which Destroys Us’ displays more of the band’s extreme metal influences, without abandoning some of the weirdness the band is known for. The EPs continue to explore odd time signatures and polyrhythms in the context of heavily distorted guitars, snarling synths, and guttural vocals.”

The EPs are available on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music.

Track Listing:
1. Through Method And Rigor (4:43)
2. Fungal Symbiosis (feat. Elle T.) (3:50)
3. Exoplanets (feat. Elle T.) (6:09)
4. False Alternatives (5:13)
5. The Scrupulous Study Of Everything (5:41)
EP Length: 25:38

Track Listing:
1. (√-π)÷0=1 (3:58)
2. Audaciousness Of Him (7:10)
3. Narcicystic Pustule (1:26)
4. Masculine Toxin (4:38)
5. Gaia Shrugged (feat. Elle T.) (6:07)
6. The Inevitable Heat Death Of The Universe (5:32)
EP Length: 28:53

For more info:
SleepingInTraffic.com
EPK

Bio:

Based out of Edmonton, Canada, Sleeping In Traffic is a progressive metal band whose artistic vision is built around the concept of change. Nothing in the band’s music is intended to remain static. Each album and performance brings new adaptations and innovations; always playing with the sonic possibilities.

Influenced by the likes of Between The Buried and Me, Devin Townsend, and Porcupine Tree, they have been manifesting dynamic, and ever-evolving music since 2014. Sleeping In Traffic released their debut self titled EP in 2014 and the full length ‘Feminism’ in 2017 that is a guitar-driven hard rock/metal concept album that borrows heavily from ska, jazz, pop-punk, and classic prog rock. They have graced many stages in Western Canada including performances at Alberta’s Farmaggedon Metal Fest (2015) and Edmonton’s Shredmonton (2016/17).

Sleeping In Traffic is releasing two new EPs in 2019, ‘That Which Saves Us’ and ‘That Which Will Destroy Us’ each with a different character. One explores the darker, heavier metal influences of the band, while the other channels the more upbeat side to their music. Synthesizers will form a core element to both of these releases due on September 27, 2019.

Sleeping in Traffic consists of four members, each with their own unique and eclectic musical tastes, which influence their contributions to the band.

Greg Turner’s unusual approach to guitar is a core element of Sleeping In Traffic’s music. Stuttered, chaotic time signatures and bizarre chord voices in catchy patterns flow from his fingers to form the basis of many of the songs. His use of a multitude of pedals adds colourful timbres and occasionally acts as their own instrument.

Ryan Berehulke carves out a thundering obelisk of depth from his 5-string bass and his tower of speakers. His style is definitive in a way that meshes perfectly with the guitars to provide a wall of reinforcement, yet often also takes the main stage, without ever abandoning the supreme role as the band’s foundation. His ingenuity in his approach to bass playing is indispensable; from the funky groove and raw, pounding roars; all the way to evolving, ambient textures.

Andrew Bateman is a mad scientist behind a drum-kit. With his intricate knowledge of rhythms, he weaves complex patterns in and around the eccentric time signatures that the music follows. His array of styles ranges from pulverizing metal to pattering, offbeat jazz and everything in between. He is always searching for novel rhythmic cadences and new ways to strike the same drums. He is highly technical, yet playful; often improvising on the spot and testing the limits of his fellow musicians.

Cory Bosse acts as the voice of the band, as well as the source of many of its most unexpected sounds. His bombastic singing style has its roots in the metal music that originally inspired him to make music, yet weaves in a multitude of techniques from the myriad of styles he has explored since. Operatic vibratos flow into passionate howls, jazz scat collapses into death growls, and beat boxing meanders into throat singing in a pandemonium of vocal exploration. To help compliment each song’s particular character, he harnesses the power of a host of instruments, including keys, saxophone, synthesizers, and guitar.

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“The 9-track record comes with a focused story-telling, remarkable songwriting and with an offer of something that separates them from the bigger part of the prog gang. The band is not shy to explore within pop, indie rock or alternative and fuse these elements with sound-defining progressive rock and metal influences.” – Prog-Sphere

“Feminism possesses great balance between the up-beat rock tunes polished with rock’s progressive and alternative subgenres, but what this album shows is talent of the band which certainly can bring something epic. Until then, let Feminism shows itself in its full brilliance.” – Progzilla

“sound more like their fellow countrymen Protest the Hero, albeit with a sax in the mix of things. Their overall style is the same careening prog metal that PtH are good at… For a debut album, I am impressed with “Feminism.”… I think Sleeping in Traffic have potential, so they are worth following.” – Progressive Music Planet

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0 Canadian Doom ZAUM Kick-Off Northern Trails Euro Tour w/ DOPELORD

October 31, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · Zaum

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – October 31, 2019

For fans of Om, Sleep, Lustmord, Pallbearer

Canadian Doom ZAUM Kick-Off Northern Trails Euro Tour w/ DOPELORD

Canadian mantra doom ZAUM are kicking off their 2019 Northern Trails European tour with Dopelord. The tour is in support of their latest album “Divination” released earlier this year via Listenable Records. Joined by Polish doom band Dopelord, the tour begins in Copenhagen on October 31st for 10 show dates across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Germany.

“Divination”
Album trailer here.
Spotify here.

2019 Northern Trails Tour – Dopelord + ZAUM
31.10.2019 – Copenhagen (DK) @ BETA
01.11.2019 – Oslo (NO) @ Blitz
02.11.2019 – Bergen (NO) @ Hulen
03.11.2019 – Stavanger (NO) @ Folken
05.11.2019 – Malmö (SE) @ Plan B
06.11.2019 – Stockholm (SE) @ Hus 7
07.11.2019 – Gothenburg (SE) @ Hängmatten
08.11.2019 – Aalborg (DK) @ Metal Fest
09.11.2019 – Hamburg (DE) @ Hafenklang
10.11.2019 – Berlin (DE) @ HEADZ UP FEST

Track Listing:
1. Relic 18:26
2. Pantheon 08:47
3. Procession 13:57

ZAUM is a passage toward the dark realizations of the old world; a monolithic, doomy mantra-based meditative experience forged by bass and drums interwoven with sitar, woodwind, string, and synth textures. Based in New Brunswick – Canada, observers experience a tranquil resonance whereby the astral and physical planes can coexist and be understood from a natural perspective.

ZAUM’s new album ‘Divination’ is a direct continuance of the ever-evolving lore and world in which ZAUM has exposed. Conceptually, the album unpacks transmundane darkness from ancient Burma – touching on conflict, theism, and some esoteric events which play a key role in the developing canon of ZAUM based on their previous releases to date.

Audibly, the album portrays a dense and vivid dream state; supplanting the listener into an overseer’s perspective of these aforementioned esoteric depths, re-experienced with celestial clarity. The soundscapes within encapsulating an unveiled mysticism harnessed to unpack the fluidity of consciousness at the crux of the human condition.

While ZAUM’s meditative “Mantra Doom” sound stays quite true to what people have experienced to date, their sound and presentation certainly has progressed further into new territory on DIVINATION with the inclusion of recorded instrumentation such as Jaw Harp, Didgeridoo, Singing Saw, Dilruba, Saz, Brass Bells, Brass Bowl, and Finger Cymbals. In addition, their live experience now features a monumental change with the recruitment of Egyptian-Canadian evil queen Nawal Doucette to ZAUM, performing her mesmerizing dark dance rituals entrancing those who observe.

ZAUM is :
Kyle Alexander McDonald – vocals, bass, textures
Christopher Lewis – drums, percussion
Nawal Doucette – visual performance art, ambiance

“ZAUM acknowledges the financial support of FACTOR and Canada’s private radio broadcasters.”
“ZAUM recognizes the support of Music/Musique NB and the Government of New Brunswick.”

For more info:
Zaum.ca

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