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0 Guitarist Frankie C. (Vesperia) Unleashes New Shredding Playthrough “Life By Fire”; Debut EP “Cellular Damascus” Out Now!

  • May 16, 2019
  • by Asher
  • · Frankie C. · Music News

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Montreal, QC – May 16, 2019

For fans of Marty Friedman, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Buckethead, Tony MacAlpine

Guitarist Frankie C. (Vesperia) Unleashes New Shredding Playthrough “Life By Fire”

Debut EP “Cellular Damascus” Out Now!

Frankie C., known for his guitar work in Canadian symphonic death metal band Vesperia recently released his side project entitled “Cellular Damascus” this past March. An instrumental solo project that came to light after he was crowned champion of season one of “Shredders of Metal” presented by Banger TV. The EP is technical, groovy and energetic, and lets the listener focus on the guitar work that he takes great pride in orchestrating.

Posting his next playthrough video in support of his debut, Frankie C. explains ‘Life By Fire’:

“This song is quite a lot of fun to play. There are many exciting melodic themes as well as head banging sections and a lot of notes! To me this song is evil but fun.”

Watch ‘Life By Fire’ at the following link: https://youtu.be/-t8wzZ2aNe8

Previous playthroughs:
‘Fall of The Hammer’: https://youtu.be/ScxRxFp-QUs
‘Cellular Damascus’: https://youtu.be/aCocz8CQCso

Frankie C. adds:

“I want fans to have fun listening to ‘Cellular Damascus’. I wanted to create interesting melodic phrases, but still have heavy riffs to headbang along with, shred hard, but not lose sight of the music and try to have a clear mix where things aren’t overly processed but all instruments/parts are still clear and audible.”

All four tracks on this debut flow together and show off excellent musicianship. Excited to be focusing on more solo work in the future, Frankie C. has confirmed another release in the future.

“Cellular Damascus” is now out as of March 13, 2019, and available for stream and download on Bandcamp, Spotify, Youtube, iTunes.

Track Listing:
1. So It Begins (1:06)
2. Fall Of The Hammer (2:55)
3. Cellular Damascus (3:14)
4. Life By Fire (3:19)
EP Length:

For more info:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frankiecshred

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/arps7 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frankiecshred

Bio:

Cellular Damascus is the instrumental solo project from Vesperia’s Frankie Caracci. Looking to try something new and forge his wide array of influences together to make something that is uniquely his own.

The first release, the self-titled EP (2019), introduces fans to the melodic and technical headbanging music on which Caracci solely wrote, performed and produced. Influenced but guitar mavericks such as Jeff Loomis, Joe Satriani, Jason Becker, and Michael Romeo and genres such as modern and classic heavy metal thrash, prog and death metal there is an assortment of features in each track that keep the listener on their toes and attentive to the music.

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0 FRACTURES & OUTLINES Streaming Debut Album “Defenseless” via PureGrainAudio

  • May 16, 2019
  • by Asher
  • · Fractures & Outlines · Music News

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Montreal, QC – May 16, 2019

For fans of Obey The Brave, Alexisonfire, Silverstein, A Day To Remember

FRACTURES & OUTLINES Streaming Debut Album “Defenseless” via PureGrainAudio

“Defenseless” Out May 17th


L-R – Maurice Emond Jr. (Bass), Maxime Rondeau (Lead Guitar), Nicholas Boudreault (Main Vocals), Eric Desormeaux (Rhythm Guitar / Scream Vocals), Mathieu Frechette (Drums / Vocals
Photo Credit:  Laurence Bouchard

Leading up to the release of their debut album “Defenseless” out on Friday, May 17th, FRACTURES & OUTLINES, post-hardcore from Gatineau, Canada is streaming the full length via PureGrainAudio.com at the following link here.

Full of heavy hooks, catchy choruses and brutal breakdowns the album clearly shows the band’s punk and hardcore influences, and follows their 2017 EP ‘Checkmate’. FRACTURES & OUTLINES comments that the sound will be a bit different from the demo:

“Since the EP, we are definitely more mature than our first release. We’re used to working with each other and we’re all motivated to try new things.”

FRACTURES & OUTLINES are suggested for any breakdown fans, especially those who already include Silverstein, Alexisonfire, A Day to Remember and Killswitch Engage in their rotations.

“Defenseless” will be released on May 17, 2019, and is available on the band’s Bandcamp, Spotify, and iTunes.

Music Video “Mirrors” here.
Music Video “Defenseless” here.

Show Dates:
May 24 – Bar Sportif La Zone – Gatineau, QC – info
May 25 – Le National – Montreal, QC – Breakdown Fest 2019 – info
June 7 – Vankleek Hill, ON  – Vankleek Hill FarmFest 2019 – info
June 29 – Gatineau, QC – Minotaure – FloodFest 2.0 – info


Track Listing:
1. End of The World (3:03)
2. Echoes (2:39)
3. Defenseless (3:29)
4. Mirrors (3:32)
5. Ouragan (3:43)
6. Over My Head (3:21)
7. The Oppressor (4:47)
8. Spades (4:37)
9. Swallowing Teeth (4:13)
10. Defenseless (Acoustic version) (3:37)
Album Length: 37:05

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Ripping out of Gatineau, Canada, Fractures & Outlines are a post-hardcore band with influences ranging from Silverstein, No Use For A Name and Killswitch Engage.

The band came together in 2014 and work tirelessly planting their feet in the local underground music scene. Today the lineup consists of Nicholas Boudreault (vocals), Mathieu Frechette (drums/vocals), Eric Desormeaux (guitar/vocals), Maxime Rondeau (guitar), and Maurice Emond Jr. (bass). Intrepidly, they created their first EP ‘Checkmate’ in 2017, which was met with solid acclaim from various publications.

Since first taking the stage in 2014, Fractures & Outlines have played a whirlwind of local shows and festival including Rock Revolt 2017, Floodfest 2017, and Hullfest 2018. They have shared the stage with bands such as Sworn Enemy, Obey The Brave and Mass Hysteria.

As a team, the band works on each song together crafting heavy hooks, catchy choruses and brutal breakdowns with lyrical themes about internal struggle and having to fight your own demons. Each member brings a different set of musical influences to the table, making Fractures & Outlines stand out in the genre.

Working to further develop a sound that is their own, they hit the studio in 2018 to start work on their 10 track full length ‘Defenseless’, which will be revealed on May 17, 2019.

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“An interesting choice to the lineup, as the other bands were of the deathcore / melodic metal genre. However, what they lacked in genre similarity they made up for in energy. This was highlighted by their cover of Alexisonfire “This Could Be Anywhere in the World“, which I and the crowd were taken aback by. Not only did they do the cover well, but they got the crowd engaged and were eager to mosh and sing along to it.” – Splice Media Group

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0 Phoenix Thrashers MOTIVE To Release “Fight The World” On Vinyl + USA Tour Dates

  • May 14, 2019
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  • · Motive · Music News

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Montreal, QC – May 14, 2019

 

For fans of Lamb of God, Slayer, Anthrax, Danzig, Havok, Warbringer, Exmortus

Phoenix Thrashers MOTIVE To Release “Fight The World” On Vinyl + USA Tour Dates

Phoenix, AZ’s MOTIVE will be unleashing their latest album, “Fight The World”, on vinyl, July 12, 2019, via Metal Devastation Records. Released digitally and on CD December 1, 2018, the album is fast, aggressive, and a chunky blend of thrash that has been well met by legions of metalheads around the world. Featuring a solid collection of 10 tracks, the album’s goal is to make you thrash, mosh and for the tunes to be stuck in your head with no escape.

The band adds:

“Fight The World” is loaded with riffs, hooks, guitar solos, heavy ass bass, tight acoustic drums, and some strong vocals. We hope fans can’t turn it off, and we hope the energy of the songs is addictive!”

Loaded with modern tones, MOTIVE takes the thrash and groove base, and blends a touch of death metal and heavy rock elements into the fray. This can be experienced with their latest lyric video for the track “Thrash Priest”, that was released last year. MOTIVE details the track:

“Thrashing riffs, double bass kicks, slammin’ groove, then some thrashy punk rock, and a rippin’ solo. It’s a great opening track, with a strong chorus. The premise is enough of the Catholic Church with their lies and cover-ups. The ‘Thrash Priest’ is better for you and your family any day.”

Watch the video for ‘Thrash Priest’ HERE

Not stopping with the momentum, MOTIVE starts their “Summer Fight” Tour on June 1, 2019 and will play 16 dates across the Southwest and Midwest. It’s a must see for everyone who enjoys moshing and thrashing, especially those who are fans of Carcass, Pantera, Metallica, Lamb of God, and Slayer.

“Fight The World” vinyl will be available on July 12, 2019, and can be pre-ordered here. Digital stream and download available on iTunes, Bandcamp, Spotify, CD Baby.

Tour Dates:
June 1 – Mesa, AZ – Club Red
July 13 – Phoenix, AZ – Joe’s Grotto
July 28 – El Paso, TX – The Rockhouse Bar
July 29 – Amarillo, TX – T’s Bar
July 30 – Oklahoma City, OK – Your Mom’s Place
July 31 – Tulsa, OK – Bad Ass Renee’s
Aug 1 – Springfield, MO – Outland Ballroom
Aug 2 – St. Louis / St. Charles, MO – Red Fish Blue Fish
Aug 3 – St. Louis / St. Charles, MO – Red Fish Blue Fish
Aug 4 – Omaha, NE – Dr. Jack’s
Aug 5 – Kansas City, MO – The Riot Room
Aug 7 – Colorado Springs, CO – Legends Rock Bar & Grill
Aug 8 – Denver, CO – Bar Bar
Aug 9 – Farmington, NM – Studio 18
Aug 10 – Gallup, NM – Juggernaut
Aug 11 – Flagstaff, AZ – The Greenroom


Track Listing:
1. Thrash Priest (3:22)
2. One With The Water (3:25)
3. Boycott Your Boycott (3:04)
4. Evil In The Devil (4:51)
5. Grass Ain’t Greener (3:40)
6. An Act of God (3:00)
7. Goodbye Again (4:10)
8. Digital Slave (3:45)
9. Fight The World (3:32)
10. Headstones and Pictures (4:27)
Album Length: 37:21

Members on Studio Album:
Mike Niggl – Lead Vocals
Steven Buschart Guitar/Vocals
Julius Secody – Bass
Zack Sewell – Drums

Members of Touring/Current lineup:
Mike Niggl – Lead Vocals
Steven Buschart Guitar/Vocals
Wyatt Henderson – Drums

For more info:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MotiveAZ
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/motive_az

 

BIO:

Motive was formed in June of 1999. Guitarist Steven Buschart has kept the band alive through thick and thin, and with this new line-up, they are delivering songs full of modern tones and crushing riffs. Mike Niggl has taken over the lead vocals from Steve. His performance is pro, strong, and heavy. Motive Steve is on Guitar and Backup vocals and Wyatt Henderson is on drums. Wyatt has brought some youth and fresh blood to the group.  The band is tight and performs with a precise attack.

“Fight The World” is Motives’ new album, released December 1st, 2018. It’s available worldwide from all the usual online platforms, plus MetalDevastation.com, CDBaby.com, Motiveaz.bandcamp.com, Rock Stakk Records, and directly from the band.

The band comments about the release:

“It’s a driving, thrashing, metal assault that never dips in energy. There are layers and shapes, but it always HITS! Once you are locked in, it just gets better!”

Motive has also just signed a deal with Metal Devastation Records/Metal Devastation.com to release “Fight The World” on vinyl on July 12, 2019. You can get also get the new CD from Metal Devastation right now. Motive will be touring the USA all year, with multiple shows booked for summer 2019. Motive will “Fight The World” till all of you see.

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“Motive, it’s not retro, same ol’ Thrash, they have their own thing”  – Chase Becker from Warbringer/Exmortus

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0 HELLNITE Announces Western Canadian Tour For Haunting Album “Midnight Terrors” (Sliptrick Records)

  • May 14, 2019
  • by Asher
  • · Hellnite · Music News

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Montreal, QC – May 14, 2019

For fans of Kreator, Slayer, Havok, Skull Fist, Carcass, Death

HELLNITE Announces Western Canadian Tour For Haunting Album “Midnight Terrors” (Sliptrick Records)

HELLNITE – Midnight Terrors Western Canadian Tour:
June – 21 – Edmonton, AB – Rendezvous
June 22 – Calgary, AB – County Line Saloon
June 25 – Kelowna, BC – Munnin’s Post
June 28 – Vancouver, BC – The Biltmore Cabaret
July 1 – Nelson, BC – The Royale
July 5 – Regina, SK – Cloud 9

Thrashers HELLNITE are proud to announce they will be embarking on their first ever Western Canadian tour since band founder Paolo Belmar relocated himself and the band to Edmonton, AB from Mexico City. While setting up the band again in Canada, Belmar was backed by Canadian musicians, but for this tour, he will be joined by original bassist Luis “Chaps” Mora and drummer Mauricio Salas for the road adventures through the Canadian Rockies and Prairies. The six-date “Midnight Terrors Western Canadian Tour”, which is in support of the same titled album the band released earlier this via Sliptrick Records, will be kicking off in Edmonton on June 21st and ending on July 5th in Regina.

Each member had this to say about their first venture touring Canada.

Paolo: “I’m excited in general, not sure what to expect but I’m sure we’ll do our best. This is our first tour out of Mexico and having my old pals with me again makes me feel confident and I know we will have fun playing together as a band rather than just do it because I already started this and I have to finish it (as I was doing when the album was released), it feels really good to have the original lineup together again.”

Chaps: “I’m excited because it was a long time without playing with my best friends and doing this project together. We will put our whole hearts to make you feel the power of a Mexican Metal band.”

Mauricio: “To be honest, I’m nervous because it’s my first time playing in Canada but I’m pretty sure that every single night of the tour will be a night to remember! So, be prepared to feel the Mexican power!”

HELLNITE‘s debut release “Midnight Terrors” is lyrically a paranormal and sci-fi themed concept album with influences from classic heroes such as Kreator, Slayer, Death along with next-generation thrash and heavy metal such as Havok, Skull Fist. The album was written and recorded by founding member, vocalist, and guitarist Paolo Belmar who formed HELLNITE originally in Mexico City in 2010 and has now re-established the band Edmonton, Canada.

The album is available from Sliptrick Records here (CD) along with stream and download on iTunes, Spotify, and all major online retailers.

“Midnight Terrors” (Lyric Video) – https://youtu.be/avDMZAG2Cmc


Track Listing:
1. Projection (1:08)
2. Phantom Force (5:50)
3. Spirits Prevail (4:22)
4. Beasts From The Deep (4:56)
5. Thrash of The Living Dead (4:16)
6. Darker Than Black (5:59)
7. Stage On Fire (5:18)
8. The Necromancer (5:52)
9. Midnight Terror (4:11)
Album Length: 41:56

 

 

For more info:
https://sliptrickrecords.com/hellnite
https://www.facebook.com/Hellnite.Mx
https://twitter.com/hell_nite
https://www.instagram.com/hellnite.official

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“Hellnite does it right and it’s so damn good. Midnight Terrors is a thrilling listen. An old-school thrash record. Nine tracks of hard-hitting metal with a bucket-load of head-banging riffs, evil sounding vocals, and crunchy drum beats. From the circle pit mayhem of Phantom Force to the galloping rhythm of Spirits Prevail and the super hot guitar work of Beasts from the Deep, the first half of the album is banger after banger. ” – Games, Brrraaains & A Head-Banging Life

“There is some top-notch riffing happening on Midnight Terrors.” – The Metal-Observer

“The guitar work is a ride that ascends and descends impressively. ” – Boston Rock radio

“a hybrid meshing of classic thrash and modern interpretation a welcome offering.” – The Metal Channel

“This is an album that can’t be missed or overlooked so go and get it. Hellnite has reassured the world that heavy metal will never die. Enough said, now get it and crank it up!” – The Dirty Room 

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0 Out Now! Italian Groove Thrash EXTREMA’s New Album “Headbanging Forever” via Rockshots Records

  • May 10, 2019
  • by Asher
  • · Extrema · Music News

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Montreal, QC – May 10, 2019

 

Out Now! Italian Groove Thrash EXTREMA’s New Album “Headbanging Forever” via Rockshots Records


Italian groove thrash metallers EXTREMA are ready to share with fans the “Headbanging Forever” experience with their seventh studio album, out now as of May 10th via Rockshots Records. The album features 10 crushing tracks produced by EXTREMA guitarist Tommy Massara & Gabriele Ravaglia. The album was recorded and mixed by Gabriele Ravaglia & Maxx Canali at the Fear Studio in Italy plus mastered by Alberto Cutolo at Massive Arts studios in Milan. For this album, the band enlisted Gustavo Sazes (MACHINE HEAD, ARCH ENEMY, ANGRA, ICED EARTH, GUS G., AMARANTHE, a.o.) to create the album artwork.

Tommy Massara comments:

“It’s a 100% Metal Album that leaves the listeners breathless. The songs are well balanced, there’s a lot of double bass, tempo changes and screaming lead guitar solos like in the old days. The songwriting of the album reminds me of something classic with modern production.”

“Headbanging Forever” is available on CD, vinyl and digitally at the following link: http://smarturl.it/HeadbangingForever

Spotify here.

Lyric Video – Pitch Black Eyes’ –  https://youtu.be/zN-r_YPshs4

Music Video – For The Loved And The Lost’ – https://youtu.be/GlKb41YW5I8

Track Listing:
1. The Call
2. Borders Of Fire
3. For The Loved And The Lost
4. Heavens Blind
5. Pitch Black Eyes
6. Headbanging Forever
7. Believer
8. Invisible
9. Paralyzed
10. The Showdown

More info:
http://www.extremateam.com/
https://www.facebook.com/extrema.official/
https://twitter.com/extrema_it
https://www.instagram.com/extrema_official/
https://www.youtube.com/user/boogaow

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Bio:

EXTREMA’s original line-up was established between 1985 and 1986 in Milan, Italy. In a very short time, the band led by guitars player Tommy Massara achieved a huge success. Tommy is the only remaining member of the original line-up, and over the years he also played the role of artistic and executive producer.

Hundreds of concerts made the band more and more close-knit and open towards a constant growth path, capable from the beginning of welcoming influences external to heavy metal, a consistent choice within an evolutionary framework which saw EXTREMA start from the rebellious attitude of MOTÖRHEAD to later incorporate the style of Californian thrash metal, a scene with which the band shared the utmost care for the technical side of music and a devastating presence on stage.

The band’s reputation as musicians and performers kept growing in a perpetual live context, with extensive tours and the participation to prestigious festivals with the likes of METALLICA, SLAYER, MOTÖRHEAD, and KORN, a.o.

Extraneous from the beginning to political and ideological implications of any kind, EXTREMA’s lyrics have always strived to alternate challenging and contemporary themes with lighter subjects, true to rock’n’roll form.

In May 2017 the band welcomed the new frontman Tiziano Spigno. Thanks to his entry, EXTREMA can finally release all the creativity repressed in recent years: a violent, direct and engaging approach which is – at the same time – also varied, courageous and experimental, resulting in the new album “Headbanging Forever”.

EXTREMA is:
Tiziano “Titian” Spigno – Vocals
Tommy Massara – Guitars
Gabri Giovanna – Bass
Francesco “Frullo” Larosa – Drums

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0 ‘Maritime Metal’ Documentary Crew Gearing Up For Canadian East Coast Interview Tour

  • May 9, 2019
  • by Asher
  • · Music News

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Montreal, QC – May 9, 2019



‘Maritime Metal’ Documentary Crew Gearing Up For Canadian East Coast Interview Tour

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Billy Stever’s forthcoming documentary ‘Maritime Metal’ is rolling ahead to begin principal photography this June. The production team is finalizing details and planning to visit 5 Canadian Maritime cities across a two-week span. To help fund the cost of production, Stever is currently running an IndieGoGo campaign, where fans can discover exclusive perks and interview clips giving a taste of what they’ll see in the finished film.

TheEastMag.com, speaking about the project, writes, “Atlantic Canada’s metal scene is a curious niche in our cultural cornucopia… (with) a near constant presence over the last several decades. Now, one fan and former music promoter is hoping to shed some light on the scene with a Maritime Metal Documentary.” The feature-length film is part ‘Maritime Metal’ history and part analysis of how music scenes evolve with changes in technology. Support for the film has been pouring in from bands and metalheads across the Maritimes, from sharing the campaign on social media to donating footage, music, videos and stories for use in the finished movie. “This project keeps getting bigger and bigger, thanks to the community contributions,” says Stever.

The ‘Maritime Metal’ team has already filmed over 10 hours of content, locking down the style and narrative of the film. Among the preliminary interviews are members of (past and present): Centuries of Decay, Of Hatred Spawn, Skullfist, Mokomokai, Zaum, Deformatory, Holy Cost, Hatred Reigns, Realms of Despair, Dichotic, Tolerance, Soul Devourer, Burning Moon, Skinkeeper, Iron Giant, Uigg, and Church.

‘Maritime Metal’ will release in 2020, and is available for pre-order on IndieGoGo until June 30.

LINK TO CAMPAIGN: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/maritime-metal-documentary-round-2/

About:

BILLY STEVER
Maritime Metal is Billy Stever’s first foray into documentary filmmaking. He was a music promoter in Nova Scotia during the 2000s and currently resides in Montréal.

YACKED MEDIA
Yacked Media INC, a media production company founded in Montréal, QC by Dan Crowder, is producing the documentary.

For interviews, press kit, or inquiries:

Dan Crowder, dcrowder@yackedmedia.com

PHOTOS

https://maritimemetaldoc.com/press.html

SOURCE
https://www.yackedmedia.com

RELATED

https://www.maritimemetaldoc.com

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0 Montreal’s THRASH LA REINE Unleashes New Music Video “Le Rédempteur” via MetalUniverse

  • May 6, 2019
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Montreal, QC – May 6, 2019

For fans of Thrash Metal, Power Metal, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Megadeth, Judas Priest

Montreal’s THRASH LA REINE Unleashes New Music Video “Le Rédempteur” via MetalUniverse

New EP “La Foi, La Loi, La Croix” Out May 31st

Photo Credit: Dani Rod Photography
L-R Anthony Domm-Bélisle – Bass, Center: Renaud Baril – Vocals and Guitar, Right: Guillaume Leblanc – Drums

Montreal’s THRASH LA REINE is getting ready to share their second EP “La Foi, La Loi, La Croix” with the world on May 31, 2019.

With the spirit of both thrash and power metal, THRASH LA REINE, who describe themselves as ‘Francophone satirical epic thrash’ create music as they feel it and leave it up to the audience to decide where they really fit in. The exclusive French-language album follows the band’s 2017 EP “Le Metal Est Notre Langue”. The band hints at what the new release entails:

“We do not reinvent anything, but at the same time, we think we offer something that sounds new and refreshing. We want to share Montreal’s culture by making music in French, but we believe this music can be accessible and interesting to everybody around the world.”

Incorporating musical influences from the likes of Metallica, Judas Priest, and Megadeth, they take lyrical inspiration from current events and real life. In the case of their second single ‘Le Rédempteur’ they had this to say:

“This is one of the faster songs with more of a NWOBHM spirit. The lyrics are about the socio-political situation in the world. ‘Le Rédempteur’’ means ‘the saviour’. At first glance, it might sound like a song about a superhero or about some sort of spiritual saviour. But this song is more about politicians who see problems in our world as opportunities to sell us solutions and to make us falsely believe they will make the world great again!”

For the single, the band has filmed a new music video and have teamed up with MetalUniverse for its premiere at the following link: http://www.metaluniverse.net/nouvelles.php?id_nouvelle=34406

“La Foi, La Loi, La Croix” will be released on May 31, 2019, and available for pre-order on Bandcamp.

THRASH LA REINE‘s first single “Du Sang Sur Les Plaines” is streaming at the following link: https://youtu.be/41yWekV6ucY

Show Dates:
May 12 – Montreal, QC – Piranha Bar – info w/ Blaze Bayley (ex-Iron Maiden)


Track Listing:
1. Pourchasser Le Dragon (4:45)
2. Thrash La Reine (2:14)
3. Le Rédempteur (4:11)
4. La Peur du Lendemain (3:43)
5. Garde La Foi (4:46)
6. Du Sang Sur Les Plaines (8:43)
EP Length: 28:23

For More Info:
Official Website: www.thrashlareine.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/thrashlareine
Instagram: www.instagram.com/thrashlareine
Twitter: www.twitter.com/ThrashLaReine

 

BIO:

Thrash La Reine is a Montreal-based French heavy metal trio founded in 2017. In their music, they comprise styles of their main influences of thrash and power metal as well as paying homage to their home city and the francophone punk bands that were notorious in the Montreal scene during their college years. In each song, they mix the epic themes of power metal with the social topics of punk and thrash metal to make a style that they dubbed ‘’Epic Thrash’’.

In 2017, in their home studio, they recorded a first EP called ‘’Le Metal Est Notre Langue’’. Since then, they have opened for artists such as Judas Priestess (US) and Tim Ripper Owen (US). In 2018, a second EP ‘’La Foi, La Loi, La Croix’’ was recorded. The recording and mixing were done at Studio Wild with Pierre Rémillard (Anonymus, Cryptopsy) and mastered in the summer by Jacob Hansen in Denmark. The EP is now ready to hit mosh pits around the world with a release date on May 31, 2019.

French Bio:

Thrash La Reine est un trio heavy métal francophone montréalais fondé en 2017. Nous nous inspirons des classiques du heavy metal tout en apportant l’énergie des groupes francophones qui ont rendus mémorables nos années de CEGEP. Dans chaque chanson, nous mélangeons les thèmes épiques du power metal aux revendications sociales du Thrash métal pour en faire un « Thrash épique ».

En 2017, nous avons enregistré de manière DIY un premier EP intitulé Le métal est notre langue. Depuis, nous avons fait la première partie d’artistes tels Judas Priestess (É-U) et Tim Ripper Owen (É-U). En 2018, nous avons fait l’enregistrement d’un deuxième EP «La foi, la loi, la croix» . L’enregistrement et le mixage ont été fait au Studio Wild avec Pierre Rémillard (Anonymus, Cryptopsy) et le mastering a été fait par Jacob Hansen au Danemark. Le EP est maintenant prêt â être mis en marché!

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0 Sci-Fi Power Metal HELION PRIME Announces ‘The Cybernetic Terror Tour’ (CA/UT/IA/WI/IL/MO/AZ)

  • May 6, 2019
  • by Asher
  • · Helion Prime · Music News

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Montreal, QC – May 6, 2019

Sci-Fi Power Metal HELION PRIME Announces ‘The Cybernetic Terror Tour’ (CA/UT/IA/WI/IL/MO/AZ)

L-R: Jason Ashcraft – Rhythm Guitar, Alex Bosson – Drums, Sozos Michael – Vocals, Jeremy Steinhouse – Bass, Chad Anderson – Lead Guitar
Photo Credit: Jason Sinn Photography

California’s HELION PRIME announce they will be venturing across the American Midwest from August 5th – 16th for “The Cybernetic Terror Tour” in support of their sci-fi power metal thriller “Terror Of The Cybernetic Space Monster” released last year via AFM Records.

Kicking off the tour in their hometown of Sacramento, CA, HELION PRIME will be joined by fellow power metallers NOVAREIGN on all show dates including the 3rd annualMad With Power Fest being hosted in Madison, WI on August 10th with Theocracy, Lords of The Trident, Judicator, and more.

The band comments:

“Helion Prime is thrilled to announce our “The Cybernetic Terror Tour” with special guest Novareign. We have been itchy to get back on the road and we felt a great time would be as we made our way to the Mad With Power Festival in Madison, WI. We are stoked to have our friends Novareign with us and it’s no doubt going to be a great time. This tour is short, but we made the decision not to be on the road too much this year so we could put more focus into writing the third album. So we promise to come back around next year with a new album and many more dates!”

Helion Prime will once again be joined by Mary Zimmer (Luna Mortis/VoiceHacks). We know many have hoped to catch a show with Sozos, but those who saw us on the Unleash The Archers tour can confirm Mary does a wonderful job handling these songs.”

“Terror Of The Cybernetic Space Monster” is Helion Prime’s second album and revolves around sci-fi themes with sweeping solos and powerful vocals. The album was also mixed and mastered at LSD studio by Lasse Lammert (known for his work with bands like Alestorm and Gloryhammer). The American band is sure to impress fans of Unleash the Archers, Iron Maiden and Helloween.

“Terror Of The Cybernetic Space Monster” is available on iTunes, Spotify, AFM Records, and all other major retailers.

Videos:
Spectrum – https://youtu.be/Wn_Hfud2sNE
Silent Skies – https://youtu.be/GMQ1LEPYDNk
The Human Condition (playthrough) – https://youtu.be/3R8oXE2sJPM


The Cybernetic Terror Tour w/ Helion Prime, Novareign
August 5 – Sacramento, CA – The Boardwalk
August 6 – Salt Lake City, UT – Metro
August 8 – Waterloo, IA – Spicoli’s
August 9 – Chippewa Falls, WI – Every Buddy’s
August 10 – Madison, WI – High Noon Saloon – Mad With Power Festival
August 11 – Joliet, IL – The Forge (Sapphire Room)
August 12 – Kansas City, MO – Riot Room
August 15 – Phoenix, AZ – Club Red
August 16 – Costa Mesa, CA – Tikki Bar

For more info:
AFM Records: https://www.afm-records.de/en/h/524-helion-prime-2.html
Website: https://helionprimemetal.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helionprimemetal
Instagram: https://instagram.com/helionprimemetal
Twitter: https://twitter.com/saibotreigns
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/helionprime

Bio:

Helion Prime was born from the mind of Jason Ashcraft, who approached vocalist Heather Michele (appears only on the first album) and asked if she would be interested in doing a project with him. The two had been longtime friends, and at the time intended to do nothing more than release a few songs together for fun, as both had musical commitments elsewhere. Soon, however, the two realized they had something good and quickly decided to put out a full album. That album would become the now “Self Titled” release. The two first released the album independently and quickly re-released it through Divebomb records. The band quickly gained the attention of the German label AFM Records who approached them to ink a deal.

Shortly before being approached by AFM Records, Heather Michele left the band in order to focus on her commitments to her other band. So the band found themselves in a bind, being offered a record deal but having no singer. Thankfully, AFM Records believed in them enough to sign them regardless. The band released a single “Remnants of Stars” and did a short DIY tour they called “Saibot’s Rampage Tour” with short term singer Kayla Dixon.

In 2017, the band held open auditions for a new singer – enter Sozos Michael. Many fans were thrown off by the band’s choice bringing on a male vocalist for the up until now female fronted group. At the end of the day, it’s really about who’s right for the part and there is no doubt Sozos can deliver what Helion Prime needs. With the band feeling refreshed, and once again having a strong line up, Helion Prime quickly got to work with their sophomore effort, which was released via AFM Records on August 31, 2018.

The band is excited about the future and is already brainstorming the creative process for the third follow up. There is no slowing down for Helion Prime!

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0 SAWYER PATH’s New Music Video ‘Through The Lies’ Explores The Turbulence Of A Toxic Relationship

  • May 3, 2019
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Sawyer Path

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Montreal, QC – May 3, 2019

For fans of Papa Roach, Bullet For My Valentine, I Prevail

SAWYER PATH’s New Music Video ‘Through The Lies’ Explores The Turbulence Of A Toxic Relationship

Montreal’s SAWYER PATH is releasing the latest video for the track ‘Through The Lies’ off their 2018 album ‘Toxic Temptation’.

Focused on writing catchy, alternative metalcore with heavy breakdowns and melodic riffs, they have worked together since 2009 and have released two EP’s and three LP’s. Over the years their sound has matured including the two new guitarists they gained as of their last release. SAWYER PATH explains the recent album:

“Our closest fans were pretty stoked by our new material. The two new guitarists have been working together for 15 years so they have quite a chemistry. That changed the sound of the band a bit, but it’s not too drastic and people love it so we’re very proud of this one.”

With relatable lyrical themes including relationships, addictions, failures, and achievements, SAWYER PATH makes an effort to inject their songs with feeling and passion. ‘Through The Lies’ is about a toxic relationship, and the band explains the video behind it:

“The video gives the audience a claustrophobic atmosphere with a dark tone. There is also a blue light on the left and a red light on the right to represent the contrast of love/hate like our album cover. We wanted the fans to feel a tormented sensation with the heavy riffs and dark lyrics, explaining a toxic relationship with someone you need to break away from.”

Melodic and groovy, ‘Through The Lies’ is recommended for fans of Bullet For My Valentine, Papa Roach, and I Prevail

‘Through The Lies’ can be watched via YouTube Channel SpaceUntravel: https://youtu.be/_-tEcSYXhaQ

‘Toxic Temptation’ is available for stream and download on Bandcamp, Spotify, iTunes.

Music Video – ‘Blind’ – https://youtu.be/nmSj36CAlfI

Show Dates:
May 12 – Montreal, QC – Foufounes Electriques w/ The Veer Union
May 26 – Montreal, QC – Le National – Breakdown Fest
Aug 16 – Quebec City, QC – L’Anti Bar


Track Listing:
1. Reborn
2. Rise From The Ashes
3. Blind
4. Through The Lies
5. Every Little Thing
6. Crawl
7. Toxic Temptation
8. My Medication
9. Running Out Of Time

For more info:
Official Website: https://sawyerpath.wixsite.com/sawyerpathband
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sawyerpath/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/sawyerpath
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sawyerpathband/

BIO:

The band’s name comes from the character Tom Sawyer who was a wise and rebel teenager that was always looking for adventure. He understood that freedom was the principal gift of life and used this to realize his dreams. The band supports this philosophical thought that you can gain success through the freedom of doing what you love. We all have different paths in life, but it doesn’t mean that you are any less if you don’t follow the same tendencies as the majority. “Don’t go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.“ (Ralph Waldo Emerson)  

Sawyer Path was a rebirth of Sean Mackay (vocals) and Alex Samson(bass/vocals) when they teamed up with drummer Pete Richard in June 2009. Since Sean and Alex used to be in a punk rock band before, the arrival of Pete drastically changed the sound of the band.

“Enter The Fog” came out in January 2013 after which the band added a new guitarist (Oliver L’Heureux) to their line-up and released their second record called “Escape My Demons” in February 2015. This EP signified the beginning of a new era for the band. In 2016, Sawyer Path added a new guitarist, Olivier Veilleux, to their line up to create a new dynamic for the next album. The third album called “Toxic Temptation”, came out on April 13th, 2018.

 

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0 AS I MAY Posts New Music Video ‘Pride Goes Before A Fall’ + Announce New Album “My Own Creations” Out July 26 Worldwide via Rockshots Records, July 24 In Japan via Spiritual Beast

  • May 3, 2019
  • by Asher
  • · As I May · Music News

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Montreal, QC – May 3, 2019

AS I MAY Announce New Album “My Own Creations” + Music Video For First Single “Pride Goes Before A Fall”

“My Own Creations” Out July 26 Worldwide via Rockshots Records, July 24 In Japan via Spiritual Beast

 

Finnish modern metal act AS I MAY announce they will be releasing their second album “My Own Creations” this coming July 2019. Signing with labels Rockshots Records (Italy) and Spiritual Beast (Japan), the sophomore full length is slated for a worldwide release on July 26thalong with it being available in Japan on July 24th.

“My Own Creations” is a fast-paced blend of modern metal with metalcore highlights. It’s heavy, melodic and unique; and sonically more mature than AS I MAY‘s previous release “Speak No Evil” (2017). Working on writing music that is easy to identify with a digital atmosphere, AS I MAY make their listeners headbang and sing along to the catchy choruses.

The first single from the album is ‘Pride Goes Before A Fall’, it is full of unique tones, dynamic riffs, and impeccable production. As part of an album that is written to be listened to in full, ‘Pride Goes Before A Fall’ sets a dark tone with excellent production in the video. The band explains the meaning behind the song:

“‘Pride Goes Before A Fall’ is like a fast-moving train with catchy synth melody that drills into your head and stays there for the whole day. It’s got Rammstein stylish riffs that will make you continuously headbang. The bridge has a very nice dynamic beautiful vocal melody to add with an infectious chorus.”

Paying homage to many old school metal bands, In Flames fans will find a special affinity for this Finnish act.

Watch the video for ‘Pride Goes Before A Fall’ on YouTube.
Single stream and download available at http://smarturl.it/AsIMay

 

For more info:
Rockshots: www.rockshots.eu
Official Website: www.asimay.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/asimay.official
Instagram: www.instagram.com/asimay_official
Twitter: www.twitter.com/asimay_official 

BIO:

As I May is four-piece modern melodic metal band from Mikkeli, Finland – formed in 2016. The group now consists of Tipi Nokelainen (vocals and bass); Lasse Hiltunen (vocals and guitar); Jani Valhola (backup vocals and guitars) and Marko Korhonen (drums). As I May has since started to gain ground in the Finnish heavy metal scene. The music’s soul lies within catchy melodies and big choruses. As I May combines modern elements, yet keeps focussing on the heavier side.

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