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0 Portland Power Metal TANAGRA Unveil New Single “Sydria” via MetalInsider; New Album “Meridiem” Out April 26th

April 3, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · Tanagra

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For fans of Caladan Brood, Blind Guardian, I.Q., Iced Earth, Visigoth

Portland Power Metal TANAGRA Unveil New Single “Sydria” via MetalInsider

New Album “Meridiem” Out April 26th

L-R: Steven Soderberg: Lead and Rhythm Guitars, Christopher Stewart: Drums and Percussion, Tom Socia: Lead and Backing Vocals,
Josh Kay: Lead and Rhythm Guitars, Erich Ulmer: Bass Guitar

Photo Credit: Kara Pesznecker Reavis

Hunkered down across four studios for close to three years, joined by guest musicians on piano, cello, and viola, Portland’s Tanagra has been refining and crafting the seven multi-layered compositions on their upcoming album “Meridiem” to perfection. The release, due out on April 26th, is power metal packed with depth, emotion, harmony, and complexity.

Previously sharing the album’s title track as their first single this past March, TANAGRA is unveiling to fans “Sydria”, the second release off the upcoming full-length. The track is a straight-forward banger with a full-on Hammond organ and some synthwave inspired shimmering. It’s a prog-apocalypse with most of the riffs being written in 5/4 timing to make an epic sing-along tune.

Teaming up with MetalInsider.net, “Sydria” can be heard at https://www.metalinsider.net/new-music/song-premiere-tanagra-sydria

The band comments:

“The second track off ‘Meridiem’, ‘Sydria’ is an energetic four-minute banger with great sing-along potential! If you’ve ever wondered what Euro power metal would sound like in 5/4 with baritone lead vocals, this must be it. Lyrically, this song ties into “The Undying Light” and “Tyranny of Time” from our first album, following our guitarist’s Steven’s story about a race of beings struggling to recall a lost homeworld to which they can never return. This song features both vocalist Tom and guitarist Steven on lead vocals throughout, with our bassist Erich joining in on the choruses! Some simple Hammond organ pads and sparkling synth arpeggios round out the arrangement, reinforcing the song’s energy.”

“Meridiem” will be available on April 26, 2019 through Spotify, CD Baby, iTunes, Amazon.

Album pre-order is available on the band’s Bandcamp.

Track Listing:
1. Meridiem (11:35)
2. Sydria (4:01)
3. Etheric Alchemy (8:49)
4. Silent Chamber (7:52)
5. Hidden Hand (10:14)
6. Across the Ancient Desert (7:39)
7. Witness (14:19)
Album Length: 1:04:31

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https://twitter.com/tanagraband

BIO:

Formed out of the love of science fiction, fantasy, and theatrical heavy metal storytelling, TANAGRA hit the Portland, USA metal scene in 2011 with epic, symphonic, progressive power metal with lyrical content about original fantasy/sci-fi settings, Magic: The Gathering, historical tales, and other nerdy themes.

In 2015, they released their debut album; None of This is Real, an energetic collection of American power metal showcasing their love for complex arrangements and lengthy songs which garnered critical acclaim from a multitude of publications around the world.

In the time following their debut release, the members found a deep love for progressive rock/metal and symphonic black metal, and in writing new material found ways to combine the sounds of bands like IQ, Anekdoten, Caladan Brood, and Borknagar into their existing American power metal framework.

In 2016, TANAGRA entered the studio with the fruits of their labors to begin recording their ambitious second album, titled Meridiem, slated for global release April 26, 2019.

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“The guitar work never lets up whether it’s the awesome riffs, the solos, or the harmonized leads, these guys are good… This band knows how to tell a story in a song.” – The Elitist Metalhead

“One of 2015’s big surprises in power metal and definitely one of the best independent releases of the year.” – The Metal Observer

“The album is chock full of catchy riffs, singalong choruses and awe-inspiring shredding… Riffs and vocal hooks flow seamlessly together.” – Metal Bandcamp

“Tanagra is definitely in the right path to become a respected act in the fantasy-themed Power Metal genre” – The Metal Crypt

“…confident vocals which soar like big fucking neon birds.” – Hollywood Metal

“Full of fun and driving riffs, rich melodies, and triumphant vocals…” – Dead Rhetoric

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0 Glasgow’s ATLAS : EMPIRE Posts 2nd Live Session Video In Support of Canadian Tour April 2019 (ON/QC); “It’s All In The Reflexes” Live Session Premiere via Prog-Sphere

April 3, 2019
by Asher
· Atlas : Empire · Music News

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Montreal, QC – April 3, 2019

For fans of Thrice, Circa Survive, Glassjaw, At The Drive-In

Glasgow’s ATLAS : EMPIRE Posts 2nd Live Session Video In Support of Canadian Tour April 2019 (ON/QC)

“It’s All In The Reflexes” Live Session Premiere via Prog-Sphere

New Album “The Stratosphere Beneath Our Feet” Out Now!

L-R – Robert Hasebe (Bassist), Jamie Sturt (Guitar and Vocals), Steven Gillies (Guitar and Vocals)

Glasgow’s ATLAS : EMPIRE is premiering their second live session video “It’s All In The Reflexes” via Prog-Sphere.com in support of their third Canadian tour this coming April (dates listed below). The track is off their debut album “The Stratosphere Beneath Our Feet” released this past December.

The video can be viewed at the following link: http://www.prog-sphere.com/specials/atlas-empire-live-session-premiere/

Guitarist and vocalist Steven Gillies comments:

“This is the second song from our recent live session with Papercrane Recordings, who are based in Kent, England. We recorded the session on an off day between shows in December. It’s the first live recording we’ve done in a few years, it was a lot of fun, but also pretty challenging – specifically for Jamie & I as we didn’t have monitors or headphones! “It’s All In The Reflexes” was our last single from the album, the song is about never giving up on what’s important to you, always growing and evolving, despite the obstacles thrown in your way. It’s become a microcosm for Atlas : Empire in general.”

Weaving their way between the multitudes of different genres that influence them, the trio visits the worlds of heavy progressive rock and expansive ambient shoegaze. Crossing the Atlantic to North America, the proggers will be visiting Canada for their third time since their performances in Ontario in 2017, which included showcasing at Indie Week in Toronto.

Bassist Robert Hasebe adds:

“We are unbelievably excited to cross the Atlantic for our third tour of Canada. This is an important tour for us as we will be touring our brand new album ‘The Stratosphere Beneath Our Feet’. We worked really hard on this record and are elated to share live versions of these songs with our Canadian fans. Touring here is by far one of the most enjoyable things about Atlas : Empire. The unique challenges and rewards of touring this part of the world are what makes Canadian artists and performers truly great. They are not only so wonderful to work with but also so friendly and exceptional at their craft. Canada produces so many good bands and such talented musicians that we are so fortunate and so grateful to be able to tour here regularly. Also, poutine…”

ATLAS : EMPIRE‘s latest album “The Stratosphere Beneath Our Feet” is available for stream and download on Bandcamp, iTunes, and Spotify.

To date the band has released 3 EPs, “To The Astronaut…” (2012); “Somnus” (2013) and “For the Satellites” (2015) with “The Stratosphere Beneath Our Feet” as their 2018 debut full length.

Bassist Robert Hasebe adds:

“‘The Stratosphere Beneath Our Feet’ is a concept album that explores what would happen to humanity if we became entirely reliant on technology/automation in every aspect of our lives – and more importantly, what happens when that system fails? Across its 10 tracks, we delve into different aspects of that very-possible future, with each song takes place before, during or after a mass technological collapse, from the perspective of a different ‘character’.”

Music Video – “It’s All In The Reflexes” – https://youtu.be/ueSp6DFIJ4Q
Music Video – “Gethsemane” – https://youtu.be/qQTZKa49OLo
Music Video – “Hostess” – https://youtu.be/SYkm0vN79eE

April 10 – Hamilton, ON – Doors Pub
April 11 – Waterloo, ON – Harmony
April 12 – Chatham, ON – The Elephant’s Nest
April 13 – Barrie, ON – The Foxx Lounge
April 14 – Guelph, ON – DSTRCT
April 17 – Windsor, ON – The Phog Lounge
April 18 – Toronto, ON – Bovine
April 19 – Montreal, QC – Brasserie Beaubien
April 20 – Ottawa, ON – Pressed

For more info:
https://atlasempire.co.uk
https://facebook.com/atlasempire
https://twitter.com/atlasempireUK
https://www.instagram.com/atlas_empire

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“A lesson in progressive rock” – Rocksound (UK)

“fiery, soaring, and thought-provoking heavy prog-/post-rock” – Rebel Noise

“Atlas : Empire has produced an album that is glued with beautiful instrumental and chill vibes for a weekend unwind. Overall the album is definitely worth a listen if you are a fan of early Incubus, early Thrice, or Minus the Bear.” – Boston Rock Radio

“The band show an impressive versatility throughout the record as they straddle various genres with ease. Post-hardcore sits neatly alongside the Maybeshewill inspired post-rock…” – abadgeoffriendship.com

“They hit you with a wall of sound, that has a slightly Math feel to it. The tracks have a lot of overlapping phrases, but with darker tones to the guitars, it almost feels like Deftones and Arcane Roots had a lovechild and raised it in ‘Bonnie’. Both vocalists lighten the mood and play upon a subtle gaelic charm in between tracks…There’s just the right level of melody combined with guitar-wrecking aggression for them to stand out in the Glasgow scene.” – threesongsandout.com

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0 Rockshots Records: HIDDEN LAPSE Streaming First Single “Dead Jester” + Launch “Butterflies” Album Pre-Order

April 2, 2019
by Asher
· Hidden Lapse · Music News

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Montreal, QC – April 2, 2019

Rockshots Records: HIDDEN LAPSE Streaming First Single “Dead Jester” + Launch “Butterflies” Album Pre-Order

New Album “Butterflies” Out May 31st

Power-progressive metal band HIDDEN LAPSE has just unleashed “Dead Jester”, the first single off their sophomore album “Butterflies” due out May 31, 2019 via Rockshots Records.

The official audio is streaming at the following link: https://youtu.be/g9XlHXYFLe4

The band comments on the album:

“We are all ‘Butterflies’, our lives spring into each other, too fast. This album puts us behind the eyes of eight unique anti-heroes and victims of our time, who don’t belong here though. ‘Butterflies’ is all about being trapped in recursive routines and still remaining on the outside.”

The new album “Butterflies” is an aggressive and melancholic power prog album, with ethereal vocals, abrasive riffing and pounding drums.

Album pre-orders are now available at the Rockshots Records‘ official store: http://bit.ly/Butterflies_CD

Track Listing:
1. Dead Jester
2. Third
3. The Letter 0
4. Stone Mask
5. Glitchers
6. Grim Poet
7. Sleeping Beauty Syndrome
8. Cruel Enigma
9. Dust
10. “Silent Sacrifice (rearmed)” – bonus track

HIDDEN LAPSE are:
Alessia Marchigiani – Vocals
Marco Ricco – Guitars and Vocals
Romina Pantanetti – Bass
Alessio Monacelli – Drums

Furthermore, the band has announced two Italian shows as support of Seventh Wonder, Tommy Karevik’s band:
12 April – Dagda Live Club (Retorbido)
13 April – Alchemica Live Club – Bologna

More info:
https://www.facebook.com/hiddenlapse
https://spoti.fi/2GOEMSW
www.rockshots.eu

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0 LOUD AS HELL Festival Announces 2019 Line-Up w/ Goatwhore, Anciients, Cloven Hoof, Planet Eater, Untimely Demise, BornBroken, Arrival of Autumn, Legacy, VX36 and more!

April 1, 2019
by Asher
· Loud As Hell Festival · Music News

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Montreal, QC – April 1, 2019

LOUD AS HELL Festival Announces 2019 Line-Up
w/ Goatwhore, Anciients, Cloven Hoof, Planet Eater, Untimely Demise,
BornBroken, Arrival of Autumn, Legacy, VX36 and more!

Western Canada’s Decibel Breaking Metal Fest

Aug 2-4, 2019 – Drumheller, AB @ Dinosaur Downs Stampede Grounds

Social Media Hashtag #LAH8

Loud As Hell 2019 Line-Up Spotify Playlist here.

Loud As Hell, the incomparable Badlands metal fest has just released their lineup for the 2019 rendition and it’s an absolute banger! The headliner for this year is New Orleans’ GOATWHORE who will be melting faces with blackened death metal while the sun melts everything else. The 3-day fest will feature 40 bands in total over the course of the weekend in Alberta’s scenic Drumheller badlands at the Dinosaur Downs Speedway on August 2 – 4, 2019.

In its 8th year, Loud As Hell has seen acts from all over the world come to the sleepy town of Drumheller, which is also the dinosaur capital of the world. Over the three days, old friends and new enjoy camping, free pancake breakfasts and a slew of bands from across various subgenres. This year, talent comes from around Canada as well as USA (Goatwhore, Thrust, VX36), England (Cloven Hoof), Mexico (Legacy).

“The Loud As Hell Festival in Drumheller, Alberta, Canada is one of the top underground metal festivals in the country… it’s a metal family reunion!”

The all-ages festival is a standard among Western Canadian metal fans, and every year the momentum keeps growing with the event consistently selling out! This year’s line-up includes:

All Else Fails (AB)
Altars of Grief (SK)
Anciients (BC)
Apollyon (BC)
The Archon Prophecy (AB)
Arrival of Autumn (AB)
Benevolent Like Quietus (AB)
Blackest Sin (AB)
Black Friday (AB)
BornBroken (QC)
Born For Tomorrow (AB)
Bring Your Own Bodies (AB)
Citizen Rage (AB)
Cloven Hoof (England)
Crimson Caliber (AB)
Culled (AB)
Dead Asylum (BC)
Display of Decay (AB)
Disturb the Dead (AB)
Goatwhore (USA)
Illyrian (BC)
Juliet Ruin (AB)
Legacy (Mexico)
Obsidian (BC)
Orchestry (BC)
Plague Bringer (AB)
Planet Eater (SK)
Raising the Ruins (AB)
Ravage Red (AB)
Sadistic Embodiment (AB)
Sludgehammer (ON)
Stab.Twist.Pull (AB)
Syryn (AB)
Tessitura (AB)
Thrust (USA)
Tides of Kharon (AB)
Untimely Demise (SK)
Votov (MB)
VX36 (USA)
W.M.D. (AB)

Tickets for Loud As Hell 2019 are $100 CAD and includes camping. They are available through https://www.loudashell.com/tickets.

For more info:
Official Website: http://www.loudashell.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LoudAsHellFestival
Official Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2339468879667306/
Twitter: @LoudAsHellFest
Instagram: @LoudAsHellFestival
Social Media Hashtag #LAH8

Live Videos from LAH 2017:
Battlecross – Live Video @ Loud As Hell 2017 – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKlNiy8KYgE
Planet Eater – Live Video @ Loud As Hell 2017 – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNhAScv4Sz8
More live videos @ SlimBzTV Youtube Channel http://www.youtube.com/SlimBzTV

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Loud As Hell
Metalocalypstick
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0 Reminder – April 4-27 – WEST OF HELL Cross Canada Tour For New Album “Blood of The Infidel” Out Now!

April 1, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · West of Hell

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Montreal, QC – April 1, 2019

Reminder – April 4-27 – WEST OF HELL Cross Canada Tour For New Album “Blood of The Infidel” Out Now!

New Album “Blood of The Infidel” Out April 1, 2019

West of Hell – The Infidels Tour Canada 2019 w/ Expain
April 4 – Red Deer, AB – Burgundy’s
April 5 – Edmonton, AB – Temple (Starlite Room)
April 6 – Winnipeg, MB – The Windsor Hotel
April 9 – Sudbury, ON – The Asylum
April 10 – Peterborough, ON – Simcoe
April 11 – Toronto, ON – Duffy’s Tavern
April 12 – Ottawa, ON – Cafe Dekcuf
April 13 – Guelph, ON – Dstrct
April 14 – Montreal, QC – Piranha Bar
April 15 – Quebec City, QC – La Source de la Martiniere
April 16 – North Bay, ON – The Fraser
April 17 – Sault Ste. Marie, ON – The New American
April 18 – Thunder Bay, ON – Black Pirates Pub
April 19 – Selkirk, MB – The Merch
April 20 – Regina, SK – The Exchange
April 21 – Calgary, AB – Dickens
April 22 – Drumheller, AB – Neighbour’s Corner Pub
April 23 – Banff, AB – Bruno’s Bar and Grill
April 24 – Kelowna, BC – Munnin’s Post
April 26 – Vancouver, BC – The Rickshaw Theatre
April 27 – Victoria, BC – V-Lounge

West of Hell – Photo Credit – Daniel Collins

Canada’s WEST OF HELL are set to release their new album Blood Of The Infidel on April 1, 2019, followed by “The Infidels Tour” across Canada. Delivering a unique form of heavy metal with a wide range of influences from power, death and prog metal to thrash, groove and classic metal, WEST OF HELL ignores genre standards and puts their all into an insane live show.

Blood of The Infidel is the band’s sophomore album, following the well-received Spiral Empire from 2012. Three videos ‘Chrome Eternal’, ‘Infidels’ and ‘Hammer and Hand’, have been released so fans can get an idea of the madness that will come from this powerhouse of a record.

For those who have never seen a WEST OF HELL performance, it’s not one to be missed. The combination of thrash metal riffs with modern progressive elements and power metal-esque vocals from Chris ‘The Heathen’ Valagao command the stage with a magnificent presence while literal sparks fly everywhere.

Joining them on this 21 date tour will be Canada’s progressive/melodic thrash act Expain.

Music Videos:
Chrome Eternal – https://youtu.be/Uwf9JRRXVIk
Infidels – https://youtu.be/VqLmmy4rY-M
Hammer and Hand – https://youtu.be/84fY49BxfxY

Blood of The Infidel available on the following platforms:
Spotify
iTunes
Amazon
CD Baby

Track Listing:
1. Hammer And Hand (6:42)
2. Chrome Eternal (6:40)
3. Infidels (6:39)
4. The Machine (5:16)
5. Dying Tomorrow (8:52)
6. The Dark Turn (5:43)
7. Mankind Commands (7:14)
Album Length: 47:09

For more info:
Official Website: https://www.westofhell.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestofHell
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westofhell
Twitter: https://twitter.com/WestofHell

About:

West of Hell is a band that delivers a unique form of heavy metal with a wide range of influences from power, death and prog metal to thrash, groove and classic metal. Band members first connected in the mid-2000s in West Auckland, New Zealand. Andrew Hulme (drums), Ivan Vrdoljak (guitars), and Sean Parkinson (guitars) started practicing together and soon found a bassist in Jordan Kemp. As they honed their skills, without a vocalist, the decision was made to relocate as a group to a larger market.

In 2009, they moved to Vancouver, BC, Canada. Still, in search of a vocalist, they were eventually led to Chris ‘The Heathen’ Valagao, frontman of Zimmers Hole. With Valagao on board (vocals) and a complete set of songs ready to record, Spiral Empire was released in 2012 via Reversed Records, followed by a tour in New Zealand and extensive touring in Canada. Valagao, using his experience as a cinematographer and SPFX artist, produced and directed two music videos for the tracks “Faceless the Droids” and “Water of Sorcery.”

Although the members had hoped to progress as a band and remain based in Canada, unfortunately, it wasn’t viable for some. Ivan left the band in early 2011 and Andrew left in 2014, both returning to NZ. Kris Schulz, a key figure in introducing the band to Valagao, was approached to join the band in 2014. His guitar playing and personality brought an exciting new twist to the band’s sound. With drummer Paul Drummond stepping in as a committed member, West of Hell has its strongest line-up to date. In conjunction with touring in support of sophomore album Blood of the Infidel, writing fresh new music for the band’s third album is well underway. The evolution of West of Hell’s sound continues!

West of Hell is:

Chris Valagao – Vocals

Sean Parkinson – Lead Guitar

Kris Schulz – Lead Guitar

Jordan Kemp – Bass
Paul Drummond – Drums

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“Blood Of The Infidels enhances every aspect of their previous effort, upping the technical wizardry; improving the songwriting; trimming the fat and generally crafting one of the best albums of 2019. I’m not even kidding, this record keeps me coming back for more and more – and providing something new with every listen.” – 9.5/10 – Metal Observer

“Those melodies, those vocals (honestly, the guy is from Zimmers Hole who are one of my favorites based both on the music and his excellent voice). The whole package is a wonder to behold and I’m only one-track in. Instant attention grabber!” – Cult Metal Flix

“This band is just something else, I tell ya! The instrumentation is quite a beast. A hard, thrashing vibe engulfs this heavy metal riffamaggedon with both a technical and shred spirit. Thrash, traditional heavy metal, shred and a bit of technical metal all coexist and thrive. The rhythm section by itself is something to hear and the guitars, well, they will make you bang your head, of course. You have to hear this singer. You don’t hear singers like this every day! Strong powerful singing, and raging screams that sound good.” – Metal Bulletin
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0 Reminder – Kicking Off This Week – April 3-13 – Italy’s N E K E R Canadian Tour Dates (ON/QC)

April 1, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · N E K E R

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Montreal, QC – April 1, 2019

For fans of Down, Pantera, Melvins, Every Time I Die

Reminder – Kicking Off This Week – April 3-13 – Italy’s N E K E R Canadian Tour Dates (ON/QC)

PureGrainAudio: 10 Must-Have Italian Foods for a Touring Musician

Barrie Today: Slice of Italian metal being served up at the Foxx Lounge

Simcoe Review: First Canadian Tour for Neker

Tour Dates:
April 3 – Hamilton, ON – Doors Pub – info
April 4 – Barrie, ON – The Foxx Lounge – info
April 5 – Toronto, ON – Tail of The Junction – info
April 6 – Oshawa, ON – The Atria – info
April 7 – Kingston, ON – Overtime Sports Bar – info
April 10 – Peterborough, ON – Simcoe PTBO – info
April 11 – Ottawa, ON – Cafe Dekcuf – info
April 12 – Quebec City, QC – Scanner Bistro – info
April 13 – Sherbrooke, QC – Le Murdoch (GloomFest) – info

N E K E R – Photo Credit: Francesco Agostini

N E K E R is an Italian solo metal artist that has already conquered several countries across Europe since beginning in 2013 and has now set his attention to the masses across the Atlantic, specifically Eastern Canada. The loud, dirty and noisy project will hit the shores of the Great White North on April 3, 2019, and play 9 gigs in 10 days.

Now with a refined live trio that has re-recorded the original release ‘Louder’, as well as the debut single ‘Sleeping Memories’ that was later released as a music video, N E K E R, is keeping a proud southern sound with subtle elements of metalcore and death metal. His live show not to be missed especially by fans of Pantera, Down, and Everytime I Die.

N E K E R adds:

“The first album, Louder, is above all instinct but in a good way. I put in it everything that was in my mind at that time, no frills. This was partly due to the fact that I couldn’t wait to show my work to the world.”

Music Videos:
Loud And Proud – https://youtu.be/-yagpNgAQf0
No Faith – https://youtu.be/ZrRqVMsJZhM
Sleeping Memories – https://youtu.be/acxKedfcCDQ

For more info:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NEKERNOISE/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/n_e_k_e_r
Bandcamp https://nekernoise.bandcamp.com/album/louder
iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/bs/artist/n-e-k-e-r/1221228916
Spotify https://play.spotify.com/album/1Monx396X8GONISHXyf5sj
EPK – https://wp.me/pciNW-d4d

BIO:

N E K E R is an Italian Southern metal project that came into being in 2013 initially as a solo project, after N E K E R’s (bass/vocal) departure from a now defunct metalcore band. He intended to create a sound with strong southern influences without forgetting the years spent playing and listening to genres such as post-hardcore, screamo, and metalcore.

In 2015, with the recruitment of Alessandro Eusebi (guitar) and Daniele Alessi (drums), the live band was fully formed and they hit the studio to re-record the single “Sleeping Memories” with the aim to make an official video. The video was released in January 2016 and the live band took to touring. Later in 2016 “Louder” was re-recorded and supported with a European tour. Having conquered several countries across Europe solo artist N E K E R set his attention to the masses across the Atlantic as well as recording another album.

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0 SLUDGEHAMMER Unleash Apocalyptic Music Video “Climatic Death” via MetalInsider

March 29, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · Sludgehammer

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Montreal, QC – March 29, 2019

For fans of Revocation, Mastodon, Lamb Of God, Cannibal Corpse, Pantera, Opeth, Decapitated

SLUDGEHAMMER Unleash Apocalyptic Music Video “Climatic Death” via MetalInsider

New Album “Antechamber” Out April 12th

L-R: Tyler Williams – Guitars, Josh Stephney – Vocals, Jeff Wilson – Guitars, Dan Ayers – Bass/Vocals, Fernando Villalobos- Drums

Photo Credit: Deborah Lawrence

Toronto’s SLUDGEHAMMER are ready to pummel the masses with their forthcoming album “Antechamber” ready to destroy eardrums on April 12, 2019.

Heavy and groovy, SLUDGEHAMMER delivers the goods with astounding precision and the confidence of a world-class band. Their new music video for their second single “Climatic Death” is getting fans ready for the inevitable apocalypse.

“From its groove laden intro to its blasterrific chorus, this is a crushing track from start to finish. We find it skillfully combines heavy guitar riffs, killer vocals, and intense drumming while showcasing an ear for melody and song structure. While the lyrical content is rather dark (think apocalyptic global warming kind of dark), the song itself is a rocking good time, as you will see in the video. We really enjoyed writing this track and giving it a ripping performance to rock out to.”

Watch “Climatic Death” at the following link via MetalInsider: https://www.metalinsider.net/video/video-premiere-sludgehammer-climatic-death

Fans around the world, especially those with an ear for Decapitated, Pantera, Lamb Of God, and Cannibal Corpse can also dig into the band’s first single “No Control” now and wait for the rest of “Antechamber” on April 12, 2019.

“No Control” – https://youtu.be/er53knWtqrM

Album pre-order here.

Metalheads moshing in Ontario will be able to experience the SLUDGEHAMMER madness live on the following dates:

April 12 – Toronto, ON – Coalition T.O
April 13 – Hamilton, ON – Club Absinthe
April 19 – Montreal, QC – Piranha Bar
April 20 – Ottawa, ON – Café Dekcuf
April 27 – Kitchener, ON – Boathouse
May 3 – Brantford, ON – Our Place
May 11 – London, ON – Old East 765

Track Listing:
1. No Control (5:08)
2. Broken Sea (5:09)
3. Climatic Death (5:02)
4. Forsaken Souls (4:41)
5. Balance Of Life (5:00)
6. The Long Road (5:02)
7. Eternal Darkness (4:10)
8. Supernova Silhouette (8:37)
9. Line ‘Em Up (4:11)
Album Length: 47:04

For More Info:
http://www.facebook.com/sludgehammermusic
https://www.instagram.com/sludgehammermusic
https://twitter.com/sludgehammermx

BIO:

Since the release, their first full-length album, The Fallen Sun, Sludgehammer from Toronto, Canada have been riding a wave of great reviews for the record as well as their live show.

Originally formed in 2013 by Jeff Wilson (guitar) and Fernando Villalobos (drums), Sludgehammer’s initial lineup came together with the addition of Daniel Ayers (vocals/bass) and Christopher Szarota (vocals). By the end of the year, they released a demo which gained considerable ground. 2014’s EP Organ Harvester introduced Dan Ayers as a co-vocalist, creating a unique sound that molded Sludgehammer into the heavy and groovy band it is today.

In 2016, the LP The Fallen Sun was released; fast and chunky it was well received by fans and the media. Unfortunately, after the release of that album, the band parted ways with Szarota and Josh Stephney was brought on board to complete the album cycle.

With the lineup finalized, Sludgehammer hit the road and laid waste to every stage they set foot on, showing their fans that they were now stronger than ever. After a few successful tours in support of The Fallen Sun, it was time to start writing the next record which will be the first to feature Stephney on vocals. Sludgehammer is preparing to show their maturity by unleashing a second monstrous album “Antechamber” in 2019.

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“Sludgehammer doesn’t fit neatly into the traditional death or groove metal box, as its diverse elements sets it apart from its peers… hooky riffs, catchy choruses and a perfect clean/growled vocal combination… Sludgehammer possesses loads of potential. Highly recommended!” – Bravewords

“This is how gifted SLUDGEHAMMER as a band is, even with only a demo, EP and now LP under their belts. On their own, they’re a devastating DIY metal band. With a contract in-hand, they’re gonna become unstoppable.” – Blabbermouth

““Demons From the Woodwork”. It’s a jolting, high-octane, full-throttled romp that incorporates elements of thrash, death metal, and head-slugging groove — and it’s an infectious beast that Sludgehammer have unchained.” – No Clean Singing

“Sludgehammer have a great way of infusing groove into their sound. Not nearly enough of that in death metal these days” – CJSF – Metal Meltdown

“The thing about Sludgehammer musically is they take so many different styles and mesh them together into this sound that encapsulates traditional, thrash, modern, death, and progressive metal, while creating something unique yet familiar. The excellent guitar work with hooky riffs and blazing solos matched with the heaviness and intensity was greatly appealing.” – Get Ready To Rock

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0 CONSTANTINE Returns With His Newest Solo Record Entitled ”Aftermath” ft. Guests From Primal Fear, Soilwork, Destruction

March 28, 2019
by Asher
· Constantine · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 28, 2019

For fans of Joe Satriani, Firewind, Iron Maiden

CONSTANTINE Returns With His Newest Solo Record Entitled ”Aftermath” ft. Guests From Primal Fear, Soilwork, Destruction

“Aftermath” Out May 31, 2019, via Rockshots Records

Streaming Single ‘Press on Regardless’ – (feat. Ralf Scheepers – Primal Fear)

After almost 7 years of absence, CONSTANTINE from Athens, Greece is releasing his most promising work to date, his second solo album “Aftermath” on May 31, 2019.

”Aftermath” itself is a modern metal masterpiece with CONSTANTINE delivering his most soulful, technical, inspired performances & compositions with collaborations with some of the most prominent vocalists in the world of metal & rock, such as: Ralf Scheepers (Primal Fear), Bjorn ”Speed” Strid (Soilwork), Schmier (Destruction), Apollo Papathanasio (Spiritual Beggars, ex-Firewind) & Chris Clancy (Wearing Scars).

With a wide variety of influences, this release promises to question genre boundaries and push limits:

“The new record is in its entirety a collection of songs that cover the whole spectrum of the heavy metal genre combining the best elements of modern & classic metal/rock as well. I think that it’s an album that will provide a listening pleasure to everybody who’s into this genre of music.”

CONSTANTINE is confident that his work will invoke a great response from fans around the world:

“I’m actually very eager and to be honest, I cannot hide my anticipation to share the new music with the fans. I’m also really positive about how the fans will receive it since the album itself includes not only some brilliant guitar work, but phenomenal performances from the vocalists participating on the songs as well.”

”Aftermath” will be released May 31, 2019 through Rockshots Records.

Album pre-order: http://bit.ly/Constantine_CD

Song Stream – Press on Regardless – (feat. Ralf Scheepers – Primal Fear) – https://youtu.be/mOgabKQsaoQ

Track Listing:
1. Bushido (Instrumental)
2. Hellfire Club – (feat. Bjorn ”Speed” Strid)
3. Press on Regardless – (feat. Ralf Scheepers)
4. Another Day (feat. Apollo Papathanasio)
5. Holding on ’til the end (feat. Chris Clancy)
6. Deliver Us (feat. Apollo Papathanasio)
7. Elegy (feat. Bill Manthos)
8. War and Pain – (feat. Schirmer)

More info:
Rockshots: http://www.rockshots.eu
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/constantineofficialpage
Twitter: http://ww.twitter.com/MrConstantine_K
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/itsconstantine_insta

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Bio:

Constantine was born & raised in Athens, Greece. At the age of 12, he began learning to play the guitar by copying songs from his record collection of his favorite bands such as Iron Maiden, Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth, Judas Priest & Exodus. As a young teenager, he soon started to evolve more on his study & approach on the guitar by getting influenced from guitar heroes like Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Yngwie Malmsteen, Marty Friedman, Michael Romeo & Zakk Wylde.

Constantine’s playing over the years has evolved & ranges from shredding riffs to soaring solos with memorable twin guitar melodic harmonies, fluid tapping-arpeggio lines, wide vibrato, and melodic pentatonics.

Despite the young of his age, time and work had proved that Constantine’s flexibility is undoubted both in performances but in compositions in different genres/styles of music. Constantine’s efforts over the years have taken many forms including playing in Nightrage (2007), Descending (2008-2012), Mystic Prophecy (2008-2012), Nightfall (2010-2013), Primal Fear (2012).

His first solo album ‘Shredcore’ was released in 2010 and the follow-up ‘Aftermath’ will be released in May of 2019.

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0 Canadian Psychedelic Prog DIZZY MYSTICS Announces Debut Album ‘Wanderlost” Out May 2019

March 28, 2019
by Asher
· Dizzy Mystics · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 28, 2019

For fans of Tool, Primus, Frank Zappa, Steely Dan, Yes, Torche, Pink Floyd

Winnipeg’s DIZZY MYSTICS Debut Their Warm, Hearty Psychedelic Prog Rock In “Wanderlost” Out May 2019

“Wanderlost” Out May 3, 2019

L-R: Jeff Laird (Drums), Kyle Halldorson (Vocals, Guitar, Mandolin), Alexandre Joyal (Guitar), Aaron Bacon (Bass)
Photo Credit: Lindsey Sturgeon

At long last, DIZZY MYSTICS out of Winnipeg, Canada are ready to serve their debut album chock full of psychedelic flavours simmered in funk with just a dash of metal. “Wanderlost” will reach ideal serving temperature on May 3, 2019, and is sure to satisfy anyone with an appetite for Tool, Primus, Frank Zappa, and Steely Dan.

The self-released album contains 10 songs each containing the recommended daily servings of groove, intensity, melody and catchy vocals with the singles “Diamond Duller”; “The Frequent See, Consistent Seas” and “Letter”, which all have been pleasing the critics that got their hands on them. The album was self-recorded; mixed by John Paul Peters (Private Ear Recording, Winnipeg); mastered by Ed Brooks (Resonant Mastering, Seattle) and the album artwork was crafted by Ben Duncan.

The band comments:

“Dizzy Mystics are thrilled to announce the release of our debut LP “Wanderlost”. We have set out to encapsulate our diverse range of musical influences into a genre-bending rock experience. Every possible emotion we have felt bleeds through these songs in their own unexpected sonic twists and turns. See where it takes you, and enjoy!”

Listen to their current singles at the following links:

Diamond Duller – https://youtu.be/rbxpM3Opyao
The Frequent See, Consistent Seas – https://youtu.be/eOG6ehCdpRc
Letter – https://youtu.be/l-ysKSb9T8U

Spotify here.

Album pre-order available on Bandcamp here.

Show Dates:
April 12 – Winnipeg, MB – Social Club
April 26 – Thunder Bay, ON – Crocks

Track Listing:
1. Letter (4:42)
2. Shindigjig (4:43)
3. Fallasophy (5:02)
4. The Frequent See, Consistent Seas (2:50)
5. The Anti-Dream (5:09)
6. The Scythe Pendulum Swing (7:33)
7. Diamond Duller (4:56)
8. Jaunter (5:26)
9. Rester (Analog Chameleon) (5:01)
10. Wanderlost (11:09)
Album Length: 56:36

Recording Line Up:
Kyle Halldorson (all vocals, guitars, bass, mandolin, assorted percussion, lyrics, music, songwriter)
Aaron Edgar (all drums)
Gerrit Delaquis, Kelsey Halldorson, Paula DaCosta (guest vocals on track 07-Diamond Duller)

Live Band Line Up:
Kyle Halldorson (lead vocal, guitars, mandolin)
Alexandre Joyal (guitar, backup vocal)
Aaron Bacon (bass, backup vocal)
Jeff Laird (drums, backup vocal)

For more info:
https://dizzymystics.com
https://facebook.com/dizzymystics
https://instagram.com/dizzymystics
EPK – https://wp.me/pciNW-c6l

BIO:

Dizzy Mystics Soup for the Rocker’s Soul;
2 cups Psychedelic
2 cups Progressive
1 cup Hearty 70’s Metal
3 tbsp. Jazz
3 tbsp. Funk
2 tbsp. Folk
1 tbsp. Soul
A pinch of Celtic Pepper is optional

(Measurements of each ingredient are subject to change for each batch made)

As the recipe implies, rock music is the spoon that stirs the soup, and no genre (or spice) is out of the question for Dizzy Mystics. Climbing out the stock pot in 2015, Dizzy Mystics are a psychedelic rock band based out of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. One can expect a dynamically diverse, tastefully complex, and energetic dose of adventurous hard rock with feet moving rhythmic swagger, and stargazing melodies.

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“It is clear that Dizzy Mystics may be among the most unique of the vibrant Canadian rock scene to be delivering tracks that will leave fans of classic, progressive, and 90’s alternative rock excited for what is to come.” – Canadian Beats

“Mysticism aside, this band certainly got the “dizzy” part right! The Winnipeg rock quartet Dizzy Mystics offer up a staggering musical concoction that, considering its progressive and experimental flair, is surprisingly radio-ready. Think Rush and Primus drinking wine with Tool before dropping acid with Frank Zappa and checking out a jazz club with Steely Dan. Dizzying, right? Jokes aside, frontman Kyle Halldorson, guitarist Alexandre Joyal, drummer Jeffrey Laird and bassist Aaron Bacon have some serious chops and, with the right amount of work, gigging and outside help, this Canadian act has the potential to not only see the end of the tarmac, but to also take off!” – PureGrainAudio

“Diamond Duller moves and groves, in interesting rhythms, changing from one beat to another, shifting and clanging with energy. The vocals bring about high energy and ensure the listener is hooked from the get go.” – The Median Man

“The quartet has crafted a psychedelic and progressive sound upon many others including melodic hard rock and funk. The band takes you through a heavy and psychedelic trip on their latest single.” – Technical Music Review

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0 Calgary’s RED CAIN To Perform On Vancouver’s Hyperspace Metal Festival April 27th

March 27, 2019
by Asher
· Music News · Red Cain

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Montreal, QC – March 27, 2019

For fans of Kamelot, Symphony X, Alter Bridge, Tesseract, Ghost

Calgary’s RED CAIN To Perform On Vancouver’s Hyperspace Metal Festival April 27th

Debut Album “Kindred: Act I” Out Now

Calgary’s RED CAIN are thrilled to announce they will be performing on this year’s Hyperspace Metal Festival in Vancouver, BC for the second night of the event on April 27th at the Rickshaw Theatre alongside Crimson Shadows, Judicator and many more. Full details and line up can be found here.

“Red Cain is hugely pumped to be invited to participate in the mighty Hyperspace Power Metal Festival! We cannot wait to bring our brand of groovy, lethal, story-driven Slavic power metal to BC for the first time and rock our Vancouver fan base! We want to extend our thanks to Journeyman Productions and Joey Hockin for holding the event and inviting us to share the stage with so many straight-up brilliant Canadian power metal bands. Sharpen your swords, light the fires, and mark Saturday, April 27th on your calendars – this will be a weekend to remember!” says vocalist Evgeniy Zayarny.

RED CAIN will be performing in support of their first full-length “Kindred: Act I” that was recently released on March 1, 2019. The album was produced by Sascha Laskow (Every Hour Kills, ex-Divinity) with the band at Perfect Filth Studios and features guests Kobra Paige (Kobra And The Lotus), Daniel Louden (Benevolent Like Quietus) and guitarist Tyler Corbett. The album’s artwork was done by Timur Khabirov with cover design by Igor Zayarny.

The band has shared a few videos in support of the debut album. Their music video for “Zero” recently won the Award of Recognition in the Best Music Video category at the Accolade Global Film Competition in Los Angeles.

Music Video – Zero – https://youtu.be/UdlOEHxi1-E

Lyric Video – Wing of The Crow” ft. Kobra Paige (Kobra and The Lotus) – https://youtu.be/–MNPiODQD8

Music Video – “Snakebouquet” – https://youtu.be/Lk9Wi2lzbW0

Born out of the emerging metal scene of Calgary, AB, RED CAIN is a modern melodic metal project with European roots. With intricate songwriting, a heavy yet melodic feel reminiscent of progressive acts, and eerie ambient elements, RED CAIN champion a fluid, dynamic, and unique musical style centered around telling dark, conceptual Faustian sagas and constructing those into an unforgettable live experience. Listeners might well pick out elements reminiscent of such luminary acts as Kamelot, Symphony X, Tesseract, Draconian, Marilyn Manson, whipped into a venomous new shape.

“Kindred: Act I” is available on Bandcamp here, iTunes, CD Baby, Spotify.

Show Dates:

April 27 – Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre – Hyperspace Metal Festival

May 3 – Calgary, AB – Dickens

Track Listing:
1. Snakebouquet (6:07)
2. Midnight Sarabande (5:26) (guest guitar from Tyler Corbett)
3. Zero (6:22)
4. Blood & Gold (4:32)
5. Juliet (5:03) (guest vocals Daniel Louden of Benevolent Like Quietus)
6. All Is Violence (5:40)
7. Wing of The Crow (6:00) (guest vocals Kobra Paige of Kobra and The Lotus)
Album Length: 39:12

Album Line Up:
Evgeniy Zayarny – Vocals
Brendan Doll – Guitar
Noah Bockmuehl – Guitar
Rogan McAndrews – Bass
Taylor Gibson – Drums

Live Line Up:
Evgeniy Zayarny – Vocals
Carlos Cruz – Guitar
Noah Bockmuehl – Guitar
Rogan McAndrews – Bass
Taylor Gibson – Drums

For more info:
http://facebook.com/redcainofficial
http://www.twitter.com/RedCainArmy
http://www.instagram.com/RedCainArmy

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“Overall, this was a very original album. I find it very difficult to locate a counterpart for RED CAIN, as they have clearly created their own sound in the genre. What we have here is a two headed beast of sad and melancholy music on one side and angry and raging music on the other. The two combine somewhere in the middle with flair for the dramatic and impassioned vocals. This is definitely worth your time if you are looking for something off the beaten path.” – Metal Temple

“Symphonic progressive metal with alternative and gothic nuances – Red Cain are well on their way to establishing new territory in story telling and musical match-ups. Kindred: Act I represents a fine opening album for these Canadians, and should lend itself well to various multi-media opportunities for live show and film options. The best records connect on a mind, body, and spirit level – and this will be one that should be in the conversation for visionary, forward-thinking effort, proving the ink is not dry on what metal can bring to the table for innovation.” – Dead Rhetoric

“Kindred: Act I is all about raw and unbridled metal power. A thoughtful brand of metal that – for once – does not base itself on mindless growling about the stage along normal lines of metal conduct. Instead they rip the established status quo to pieces and attack with a very unusual metal dish. One that comes with a distinct groove to boot… a very tasty fusion of Progressive and Power Metal that we have rarely seen to date. A metal dish best consumed red-hot. Have some, you will not regret it.” – Rock Music Raider

“I couldn’t be more impressed with this band and album from the opening track “Snake Bouquet” to the last track “Wing Of The Crow” which is an awesome closing track with guest vocals from Kobra Paige of Kobra and The Lotus. This album takes you on an epic and melodic journey, I feel fans of bands from Avatar to Kamelot to Marilyn Manson and anything in between will really love this album.” – Crannk

“Red Cain have produced a very awesome album. It sounds and looks very professional, has great riffs and epic melodies. Keep an eye on these guys, they will come very far.” – Lyrical Spell Magazine

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