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0 NEWS: TAIGA Unleash New Track ‘Вверх’ Off Upcoming Album ‘Sky’ Out Sept 16th via Satanath Records

August 29, 2016
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· Music News · Taiga (Satanath Records)

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TAIGA Unleash New Track ‘Вверх’ Off Upcoming Album ‘Sky’ Out Sept 16th via Satanath Records

Russian atmospheric/depressive black metal band TAIGA are now streaming their first single ‘Вверх’ off their upcoming album ‘Sky’ set for release on September 16th via Satanath Records sub label Symbol of Domination. The album tells the story about those moments in life when people are aware of their own insignificance and can not overcome the emotional pain. Everyday is torture for them as loneliness is the guard of their cage and they feel there is no escape. In hope of change, they turn their eyes to the sky.

To listen to ‘Вверх’, please visit the following link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksLCXzQi93w

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02. Признавая ничтожность

03. Картины забытой боли

04. Вверх

05. На коленях

06. Небо ещё не погибло

07. Похоть

08. Надежда

Length – 58:51

About:

TAIGA was founded in the Siberian city of Tomsk by Nikolai Seredov from the thrash band “Стахановцы” (Stakhanovtsi) and the funeral doom band “Funeral Tears” along with Andrey Chernov, guitarist of the military/martial industrial metal band “Panzertank”. In December 2013, they released their first two songs, “За чертой” and “На битом стекле”, which marked the beginning of the project. People suffering from mental disorders caused by public misunderstanding, undivided love and their own weakness are the main influence in TAIGA’s lyrics. In January 2014, TAIGA released their the first EP called “Ты всё ещё дышишь” (You Are Still Breathing), which was immediately followed by another EP in February 2014, entitled “Прах к праху” (Ashen To Ashen). With great feedback on their EPs, TAIGA revealed their debut full length “Ashen Light” during March 2014. The album featured new arranged tracks from the first two EPs and was co-released by labels Satanath Record, Metallic Media and and Le Crépuscule Du Soir Productions. In 2015, they released their second album “Gaia” via labels Symbol Of Domination and Metallic Media. In 2016, band recruited Aleksey “Satanath” Korolyov as their keyboardist/ambient sound maker to add to their mystic atmosphere. Quick Note: Andrei Chernov was not involved in the recording of the new album ‘Taiga’, but is still involved as a member of the band.

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0 Test Your Metal Records: ALMAH Posts Lyric Video ‘Age of Aquarius’; New Album ‘E.V.O’ Out Sept 23rd

August 29, 2016
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· Almah (Test Your Metal Records) · Music News

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ALMAH Posts New Lyric Video ‘Age of Aquarius’; New Album ‘E.V.O’ Due Out Sept 23rd

Brazilian metallers ALMAH led by ex-Angra singer Edu Falaschi will be releasing their new album entitled ‘E.V.O’ on September 23rd worldwide via Pride & Joy Music (EU), Test Your Metal (US/MX/CA) and King Records (Japan).

The band has posted a new lyric video for the first single off the album ‘Age of Aquarius’ that can be viewed at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXHrA6ro0HY

‘E.V.O’ is the 5^th studio album from ALMAH and was recorded in São Paulo, Brazil at IMF studios by Tito Falaschi plus mixed and mastered by Damien Rainaud (Fear Factory, Dragonforce, Baby Metal, etc) at Mix Unlimited in Los Angeles, California. The release is a concept album based on the evolution of people’s mind and soul during the so-called AGE OF AQUARIUS – the new era that the world is about to live. The author of the concept, Edu Falaschi, touches different subjects connected to the main idea, creating very positive lyrics for the album’s atmosphere.

Musically ‘E.V.O’ brings a fresh and powerful sound with the typical modern and heavy ALMAH touch, but this time one will be able to realize that it also has a direct connection with the Angra’s “Rebirth” (the first Angra album with Edu Falaschi’s voice). The compositions are a pleasant travel between contemporary rock, modern power and prog metal. The vocal lines on ‘E.V.O’ are very powerful, classic and the vocals have a higher pitch compared to previous ALMAH’s records. It’s very melodic, clean and into the bel canto style.

1 – Age of Aquarius (7:13)
2 – Speranza (4:55)
3 – The Brotherhood (4:41)
4 – Innocence (4:35)
5 – Higher (5:09)
6 – Infatuated (4:05)
7 – Pleased To Meet You (4:24)
8 – Final Warning (4:13)
9 – Indigo (3:46)
10 – Corporate War (4:19)
11 – Capital Punishment (4:00)
Album Length: 51:26

Almah is:

Edu Falaschi – Vocals

Marcelo Barbosa – Guitars

Raphael Dafras – Bass

Diogo Mafra – Guitars

Pedro Tinello – Drums

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Official website http://www.almah.com.br

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/official.almah

Instagram @almahofficial

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0 NEWS: Montreal Nu-Metal KEYCHAIN Signs With Zombie Shark Records; Release Debut EP ‘Breaking Out’ Sept 1st + North American Tour Dates

August 29, 2016
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· Keychain · Music News

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Montreal Nu-Metal KEYCHAIN Signs With Zombie Shark Records; Release Debut EP ‘Breaking Out’ Sept 1st
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Noah “Shark” Robertson (Motograter, Ex-The Browning) has launched his new label, Zombie Shark Records, with the first signing being Montreal, Canada based nu-metal quartet, KEYCHAIN.

KEYCHAIN recorded their debut EP, Breaking Out, with renowned producer, mixer, and engineer Glen Robinson (AC/DC, The Rolling Stones, Gwar, Voivod, Annihilator, and Slaves on Dope). The recording was mastered by legend, Howie Weinberg, whose over 30 year career includes bands like Limp Bizkit, Sevendust, Deftones, Chevelle, and Disturbed. Breaking Out will be available, worldwide, September 1. EP – Pre-order – http://keychainpreorder.com.

Music Video – ‘Prime Time’ – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qK3Xfi8pC7M

Commented Robertson, “The instant I saw the music video for “Prime Time” I knew I had to work with Keychain. It slams! I just knew this band was going somewhere. They have soul and passion and an undeniable groove. All four members quit their jobs to do a North American Tour. I can respect that! That’s how you know these guys are beyond dedicated.”

“Let us introduce you to Keychain, quite possibly the modern day answer to Korn, Limp Bizkit and Slipknot.” – Damnation Magazine

“Through “Prime Time” the band effortlessly stitches together various genres to create a sound that is quick to capture and demand the listener’s attention. The song seems to resonate an upbeat and energy packed feel that will have the listener head banging along in no time!” – Livingthevanlife

“They don’t seem to care what anyone thinks about nu-metal and just want to become the next Limp Bizkit or Linkin Park. As far as I’m concerned, they can. They certainly know how to make a contagious piece of music in great nu-metal tradition.” – Merchants of Air

Keychain will embark on a six-week North American Tour in support of their debut release.

Keychain is:

JP LaChapelle – Vocals

Bran Panic – Guitars

Jeff Jenkins – Bass
Cody Taylor – Drums

Tour Dates:
*Without THE MAENSION (just KEYCHAIN + Support)

08/31 @ Neptune Lounge – Tarpon Springs, FL

09/01 @ Sand Bar Gulfliquor – New Port Richey, FL

09/02 @ Bombshell’s Tavern – Orlando, FL

09/03 @ The Junction At Monroe – Tallahassee, FL

09/04 @ A&M Theatre – Panama City, FL

09/07 @ The Handlebar – Pensacola, FL

09/08 @ Green Door Music Hall – Fort Walton Beach, FL

09/09 @ The Plughouse – Dothan, AL

09/10 @ Club Famous – Atlanta, GA

09/11 @ Spring Water – Nashville, TN

09/12 @ Turn Table Bar & Grill – Bowling Green, KY

09/14 @ Sortie Arts & Music – Evansville, IN

09/15 @ Cicero’s – St Louis, MO

09/16 @ Bourbon Street Rhythm & Ribs – Springfield, IL

09/17 @ The Elbow Room – Wichita, KS

09/18 @ Aftershock – Merriam, KS

09/19 @ Alchemy Bar & Grill – Omaha, NE *

09/20 @ Gillies Bar – Kearney, NE

09/21 @ Moon Room – Denver, CO

09/22 @ The Daily Grind Cafe – Pueblo, CO

09/23 @ Zodiac – Colorado Springs, CO

09/24 @ The Manfort – Durango, CO

09/25 @ The Metro Bar – Salt Lake City, UT

09/26 @ Tipsy Cow Saloon – Spanish Fork, UT

09/28 @ LVCS – Las Vegas, NV

09/29 @ The Rogue Bar – Scottsdale, AZ

09/30 @ Jasper’s Bar and Grill – Santa Ana, CA

10/01 @ Odd Fellows – Los Angeles, CA

10/02 @ Bar Lubitsch – Hollywood, CA

10/14 @ O Patro Vys – Montreal, QC *

11/05 @ Le Pionnier – Pointe-Claire, QC *

11/12 @ Rock Café Le Stage – Trois-Rivières, QC *

For more info, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/keychainofficial.

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0 NEWS: CHARIOTS OF THE GODS Post Full Album Trailer For ‘Ages Unsung’ Due Out Sept 16th

August 26, 2016
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CHARIOTS OF THE GODS Post Full Album Trailer For ‘Ages Unsung’ Due Out Sept 16th

Upcoming Show Dates:

Sept 17 – Gatineau, QC – Minotaure (CD Release Show) – info

Nov 14 – Ottawa, ON @ Mavericks w/ Sonata Arctica, Leaves’ Eyes, Omninum Gatherum – info

L-R: David Gravel (Drum) | Payam Doryani (Bass) | Mathieu St-Amour (Lead Guitar) | Christian Therien (Vocals) | Rock Déziel (Rhythm Guitar)

(Photo credit: Chris Bubinas)

Ottawa, ON’s CHARIOTS OF THE GODS have posted an album trailer for their upcoming release ‘Ages Unsung’ due out on September 16th, which can be viewed at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZJRion1a4E

After a small hiatus and line up change, the quintet return in 2016 full force ready to follow up their 2013 debut album ‘Tides of War’ that was produced by music legend Glen Robinson (Queensryche, Gwar, Annihilator). Creating a kickstarter / pre-order campaign (thank you video), COTG surpassed their goal of $3,000 and recorded ‘Ages Unsung’ at The Grid with legendary Montreal producer Chris Donaldson (Cryptopsy, The Agonist, Beyond Creation, Neuraxis).

COTG is currently streaming the two first singles off ‘Ages Unsung’ at the following links:

‘Ages Unsung’ – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjYLT_GWXzM

‘Into Oblivion’ ft. Pascal Jobin of The Agonist – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bv1s5Nhpu8c

Album Pre-order available at https://chariotsofthegods.bandcamp.com/album/ages-unsung

1. Primordial Dawn (1:22)
2. Tusk (4:40)
3. Of Prometheus And The Sacred Flame (3:57)
4. War of The Gods (4:21)
5. As The Sky Falls (4:25)
6. Resurrection (3:46)
7. Through Darkness And Decay (5:50)
8. Into Oblivion (4:40)
9. New World (3:59)
10. Ages Unsung (4:45)
Album Length: 41:49

For more info, please visit www.chariotsofthegods.net.

About:

Blitzing out of Canada’s capital with their punishing hard-rock rooted in heavy metal, Chariots of the Gods has-been on one sole assignment since 2007: shredding endlessly in a neighborhood near you.

The five-piece band gave birth to their first EP “Reverence” in 2010. Their first full length album, “Tides of War”, was produced by music legend Glen Robinson (Queensryche, Gwar, Annihilator) in 2013.

In 2014, the band went on their first international tour in Cuba and were the first Canadian metal band to do so. Chariots of the Gods are now set to storm the world with the musical assault that is their latest masterpiece: “Ages Unsung”.

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0 NEWS: The Sludgelord Premiere ÉOHUM Video ‘Eurocide’ + New EP ‘Ealdfaeder’

August 26, 2016
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The Sludgelord Premiere ÉOHUM Video ‘Eurocide’ + New EP ‘Ealdfaeder’

Show Dates:
Oct 7 – Longueil, QC – Bar Zone 132 – info

L-R – Cesar Franco – Bass, Jeremy Perkins – Guitar, Annie Perreault – French Horn / Flutes, Barrie Butler – Vocals, Sylvain Dumont – Guitar, Ludovic Mauller – Drums
(Photo Credit – Chris Kells – FTB Visuals)

Montreal blackened doom Éohum (pronounced ee-o-um) have teamed up with The Sludgelord for the premiere of their video ‘Eurocide’ directed by Chris Kells of The Agonist and his film company FTB Visuals.

“I believe this video clearly depicts the message and ideas behind Éohum. The music and concept of this project are well demonstrated. We are truly honored as the quality, location and mix are awesome.” comments band founder / guitarist Jeremy Perkins.

The video can be viewed at the following link: http://thesludgelord.blogspot.ca/2016/08/video-premiere-eurocide-by-montreal.html

‘Eurocide’ is off Éohum’s latest EP ‘Ealdfaeder’ released during March 2016 via founder / guitarist Jeremy Perkins’ indie label Mycelium Networks and was produced with Chris Donaldson of Cryptopsy at The Grid along with a special guest recording from drummer Simon Mackay (The Agonist) on tracks 2-4-5 to follow up their debut album ‘Revelations, Aurora Of An Epoch’. Lyrically the EP is inspired by poems written by Perkins on the loss of culture and tradition due to greed and colonization across the globe.

To listen to the full stream of ‘Ealdfaeder’, please visit http://eohum.bandcamp.com

1. Eurocide (6:16)

2. Unmasking A World Of Deceit (6:10)

3. The Apathetic Plague (7:41)

4. Ode To A Martyr (4:34)

5. Curative Undulations (4:39)

EP Length: 29:22

About: Éohum blends the most gruesome with the cleanest of black and doom metal to create hypnotic riffs with seducing French Horn. Founded by Jeremy Perkins (guitar) who birthed the band from a poetic project, their second release Ealdfaeder’ sees the return of Annie Perreault (French Horn/Flute), Sylvain Dumont (Guitar), Barrie Butler (Vocals) plus new comers Cesar Franco (bass) and Luca Belviso (drums) whom have made up the band up for over a year now. All are focused on the distinct grassroots of old school, very heavy progression that has flourished since last year to give way to a distinct path, sound and image with each member sharing common ground on the message, beliefs and ideas behind Éohum.

For more info, please visit http://www.facebook.com/eohumband.

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0 NEWS: Out Now! MEDEVIL Unleash Debut Album ‘Conductor of Storms’ + Western Canadian Tour (BC/AB)

August 26, 2016
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· Medevil · Music News

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Out Now! MEDEVIL Unleash Debut Album ‘Conductor of Storms’
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New Music Video ‘Nightwalk’

Photo Credit – Kevin Eisenlord

L-R – Eric Wesa (Bass/Backup Vocals), Ross Collingwood (Drums), Liam Collingwood (Vocals), Gary Cordsen (Lead Guitar), Brett Gibbs (Rhythm Guitar)

1. Nightwalk (5:11)
2. Machination Factory (4:37)
3. An Empty Glass (4:03)
4. In The Distance (2:50)
5. The Angel of Rain (7:40)
6. A Sacrifice (5:04)
7. Escape (4:20)
8. The Fabled Uxoricide (12:02)
Album Length: 45:51

Influenced by legends such as Iron Maiden, Megadeth, Accept and Metal Church, Chilliwack, BC heavy metallers MEDEVIL are are proud to unleash their debut full length ‘Conductor of Storms’ out now as of August 26th. The Canadian metal scene has been anticipating this release since the band placed in the top 6 during the 2015 Wacken Metal Battle Canada competition where they won over many fans with their self described ‘power thrash’ full of blistering fast riffs, strong choruses and front man Liam Collingwood’s impressive vocals (you can swear is Udo Dirkschneider from a distance).

“We are extremely pleased with how the album turned out and cannot wait for everyone to hear it! This one has been in the works for a while and I think it shows, hope you all enjoy it!” comments bassist Eric Wesa.

To hear the limited full stream (from Aug 26-Sept 9) of ‘Conductor of Storms’, please visit the following link: https://soundcloud.com/medevil-music/conductor-of-storms-full-album/

Music video for ‘Nightwalk’ at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlyTav3FpIA

Album order at www.medevilmusic.com.

In additional news, MEDEVIL is currently on their Western Canadian tour presented by PureGrainAudio.com in support of ‘Conductor of Storms’.

‘Conductor of Storms’ Western Canada Tour presented by PureGrainAudio:
http://www.medevilmusic.com/tour-schedule
Aug 25 – Vancouver, BC – The Media Club – info
Aug 26 – Victoria, BC – The Copper Owl – info
Aug 27 – Nanaimo, BC – The Cambie – info
Aug 28 – Chilliwack, BC – Main Street Night Club – info
Sept 5 – Kelowna, BC – Muninn’s Post
Sept 8 – Calgary, AB – Verns – info
Sept 9 – Edmonton, AB – DV8 – info
Sept 10 – Calgary, AB – Overtime Sports Bar – info

For more info, please visit: www.medevilmusic.com.

About:

It is one of the most magical moments in a band’s life when they release their debut album. We can only imagine what Kerry King and Tom Araya felt like on the eve of ‘Show No Mercy’ being unleashed on the world, or the excitement that must have coursed through Steve Harris and Dave Murray as their self-titled debut was about to escape into an unsuspecting and never to be the same again world.

Well, Medevil don’t just imagine it…their debut album ‘Conductor of Storms’ is about to explode in a blast of metallic thunder and lightning upon the earth.

Hailing from Chiliwack, BC, Medevil are a hard-working progressive band, constantly striving to improve their songs, a fact not missed by Wacken Metal Battle Canada, where Medevil made the top 6!

Band vocalist Liam Collingwood explains the band’s memorable moniker. ‘The band name was thought up by Eric and fits our style of music perfectly.’

Liam is very serious about the bands modus operandi. ‘Medevil formed as a creative outlet for each member. The goal of our band is to satisfy our creative desires, while maintaining our standard of quality and to expand our knowledge of music as a whole. In five words, I’d sum up our music as power/thrash/prog/heavy metal.’

Liam says if he had to pick one Medevil track to represent the band it would be ‘the song ‘Machination Factory’ as it is one of the heavier songs on the album and it’s also the newest song that we wrote so it’s fresher in our heads. We wanted to release something first that would be a good start at representing our band even though future songs may.’

Liam reveals that song-writing is very much a collaborative effort. ‘We normally have a bunch of riff ideas ourselves and then we all come together to complete our vision…We all take part in the writing. All the songs have some sort of collaboration going on, even though some may be very minor alterations. We try to collaborate on projects as much as possible without destroying the original vision.’

While the band collaborates strongly on the music, the lyrics are Liam’s department, as you’d expect. ‘Lyrics are normally written based on an emotion or a story I am thinking of at the time that I want to project. Although sometimes I have some melodies in my head that I really like which I try to put into my lyrics. Some songs are more about a story I am telling whether fictional or somewhat true. Others are about a feeling or emotion I am feeling at the time and can be hidden beneath metaphors.’

Liam is proud that Medevil have a high level of quality control when it comes to their music. ‘In total we probably scrapped eight songs in favour of the ones included on the album. Our early sound, from 2011-2014, was mostly a rock-esque type of metal. ‘In The Distance’, ‘The Angel of Rain’ and ‘A Sacrifice’ are all from the early days of the band. When we included Brett and Gary in the band in 2014, we started leaning towards a much faster and more progressive style.’

A similar level of thought went into the track listing. ‘The track listing was a long task, it was most decided based on what we thought was the best listening experience for our fans and for how we like to set up our live shows with some changes. Fans can expect new material in the coming years and regular tours once or twice a year.’

Liam rates the bands live show highly. ‘People can expect a refined sound from us as well as a powerful energy, and a good connection between the band members. Fans can tell we are a band of friends!’

Liam reveals that the letter ‘M’ is very significant in Medevil’s top five influences, which are ‘Metalica, Megadeth, Mastodon, Metal Church, and Iron Maiden!’

And now we can add Medevil to that proud list of bands beginning with M who all released powerful a debut album.

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0 NEWS: UFORIA Reveal New Video ‘Fight or Flight’ Directed By James Black of Finger Eleven; New EP Out Now!

August 26, 2016
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UFORIA Reveal New Video ‘Fight or Flight’ Directed By James Black of Finger Eleven

New EP Out Now!

Show Dates:
Sept 9 – Toronto, ON – Rose and Crown
Sept 17 – Kingston, ON – K-Rock 105.7FM Cruise w/ Finger Eleven
Oct 21 – Toronto, ON – Horseshoe Tavern w/ XPrime, Secret Broadcast
Oct 28 – Toronto, ON – Rose and Crown

L-R: Julien Bigras – Drums, Michael Ursini – Vocals/Guitar, Daniel Salij – Bass, Adam Brik – Guitar
Photo Credit: Megan Ursini

Toronto, ON’s rock ensemble UFORIA have released their new music video directed by Finger Eleven guitarist James Black for their track ‘Fight or Flight’. The song is the title track off the band’s latest EP released on July 15th to follow their fan-funded full length 2015’s ‘Transmutation’ and 2012’s debut EP ‘Imagining’.

“We had the luck and honour of having our single “Fight or Flight” played at the Blue Jays games all summer and felt that there was a great enough demand to release a music video. Working with James and Rich was a pleasure and we’re really proud of what we’ve accomplished. This is for the fans and the people ready to face their fears.” comments vocalist / guitarist Michael Ursini.

To watch ‘Fight or Flight’, please visit the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTPdWn8-XQg

James Black is also not the only Finger Eleven connection to the band as ‘Fight or Flight’ was produced plus co-written with drummer Steve Molella and can be heard at the following full stream link: https://soundcloud.com/uforiaband/sets/uforia-breakout-tracks

EP available on iTunes here.

1. Fight or Flight (3.44)

2. Radiation (3:07)

3. Wake Me (3:38)

4. Overthrow (4:15)

5. Is Anybody Living? (4:49)

EP Length: 19:35

BIO:

What began as a solo project for Michael Ursini (Singer/Songwriter/Rhythm Guitar) has morphed into Uforia, a talented four-piece hard rock band that has released three EPs since 2012. Based in Toronto and influenced by Billy Talent, Incubus, Finger Eleven and Our Lady Peace, among others, the group also consists of Adam Brik (Lead Guitar), Daniel Salij (Bass) and Julien Bigras (Drums).

Uforia’s third EP is the high energy Fight or Flight, featuring five songs all produced by and co-written with Steve Molella (Finger Eleven). “Steve has had a massive influence on myself and Uforia,” says Ursini. “He worked his butt off to make each song reach its maximum potential. I’ve learned more about songwriting and recording in the last year than ever before because of his talent and energy.”

The aggressive and riff-laden title track (which is also the lead single) is about the struggle of making difficult decisions. “It was originally conceived after Adam hit a tree and dislocated his thumb in a snowboarding fall,” explains Ursini. “He was in so much pain and didn’t feel he could wait to be rescued. In that moment he made the choice to get himself down the mountain and seek the medical attention he needed.”

The EP continues with “Radiation”, a warning that ecological change is inevitable and we must embrace it and evolve in order to survive. “Wake Me” is about the struggle to wake up and escape the darkness of a dream world, while “Overthrow” encourages listeners to be patient and to take control of their own destiny when the moment is right. The EP closer “Is Anybody Living” is a track about facing your fears, particularly the fear of change.

Uforia’s previous releases include the debut EP Imagining (2012) and the fan-funded follow-up Transmutation (2015). The band has won a number of contests including the Hard Rock Rising Canada contest (2013), the opportunity to open for hometown heroes Billy Talent (2014) and the Jack Daniel’s Supporting Act contest (2016). “Fight or Flight” made the Alan Cross top 11 chart May 13, 2016 and is being played at Rogers Centre during the Blue Jays games.

For more info, please visit http://uforiamusic.ca.

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0 NEWS: GearGods Premiere FRACTAL CYPHER Playthrough ‘Idle Words’; Debut Album Out Sept 7th

August 25, 2016
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GearGods Premiere Montreal Prog Metal FRACTAL CYPHER Playthrough ‘Idle Words’

Debut Album ‘The Human Paradox’ Out Sept 7th

Montreal prog metallers FRACTAL CYPHER will be releasing their debut album ‘The Human Paradox’ on September 7th. The album is produced by Chris Donaldson (Cryptopsy, The Agonist, Beyond Creation, Neuraxis) and will be comprised of 9 songs, each hand picked and strategically chosen to best represent the living, breathing entity that is FRACTAL CYPHER. Their fourth single off the debut is a playthrough video for ‘Idle Words’ that the band has teamed up withGearGods.net for the exclusive premiere.

“Idle Words is a « djtenty » style song that explores many different textures, soundscapes, and passages. Whether heavy riffs, jazzy ambiance and textures or catchy choruses and verses, Idle Words is far from being a monotone song and will surely hook the modern prog listeners.” comments guitarist Vincent Bruneau.

To watch the ‘Idle Words’ playthrough, please visit the following link: http://geargods.net/playthrough/fractal-cypher-no-idle-hands-on-idle-words-music-video/

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FRACTAL CYPHER exists to captivate audiences with progressive instrumentals that cut through the mesmerizing vocals yet somehow evolving; each listen provides a new perspective. Straight out of the heart of Canada’s metal scene, these Montreal metallers constantly shift their compositions with seamless transitions and theatrical interludes to keep audiences on their toes. Since 2014, ex-Far From Reality members Simon Lavoie (vocals), Ludovick Daoust (keyboard), and Vincent Bruneau (guitar) have dedicated themselves to FRACTAL CYPHER.

The powerful quintet is just as versatile in their music as they are in their musical interests, darting between djent, death metal, and classic rock. Each song acts of their own volition almost taking control of the members and shaping a personality and energy not unlike a living entity. Ludovick is at the helm of songwriting, calculating and unlocking each melody and becoming the voice for each piece.

1. Lost (8:23)
2. Endless Circle (6:26)
3. Shining A While (8:04)
4. Prison Planet (5:27)
5. Imminent Extinction (6:28)
6. Final Abode (8:32)
7. Awakening (6:21)
8. Idle Words (7:52)
9. The Ghost Of Myself (7:24)

Album Pre-Order on iTunes here and Bandcamp here.

Upcoming Show Dates:
Oct 7 – Montreal. QC – Petit Cafe Campus – info

For more info, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/fractalcypher.

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0 NEWS: Calgary’s YYC Music Awards Announce 2016 Artist Nominees; September 25th At Studio Bell (National Music Centre)

August 25, 2016
by Asher
· Calgary's YYC Music Awards · Music News · YYC Music Awards

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Montreal, QC – Aug 25, 2016

Calgary’s YYC Music Awards Announce 2016 Artist Nominees

September 25th At Studio Bell (National Music Centre)

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Recognizing the achievements of Calgary’s music community, the YYC Music Awards is proud to reveal the artist nominees for their inaugural year in supporting and celebrating the wide range of musical talent based in the city. Honouring artists in 18 categories (listed below), the YYC Music Awards will be hosting their first annual gala on September 25th at Studio Bell in the National Music Centre. Doors will be at 7pm with the ceremony beginning at 8:15pm. Tickets for the event will be available for purchase as of August 30th online at YYCMusicAwards.com. Ticket price is $39.99 plus service fees.

“We are very excited to announce the list of nominees for this year. It was a longer process than anticipated that involved going back to our voting committee to break ties in several categories. We feel this is a clear statement on the strength of the musicians and artists in our city and as difficult as it was it is shaping up to be a very exciting event.” comments co-organizer Leanne Harrison.

The YYC Music Awards are founded by music industry veterans Darren Gilbert (producer, Off The T-Can Studio), Shannon Ambrose (The Portal Magazine), Larry Mayell (artist manager) & Leanne Harrison (SIN Agency) to celebrate the artists that embrace Calgary at home, entertaining and supporting its arts and culture.

The YYC Music Awards categories and nominees:
http://yycmusicawards.com/award-categories/

ALTERNATIVE RECORDING OF THE YEAR

Alright Gents – Ok Guys

Gabe Romero – Suburban Soul Train

Nobaby – Food Album

Septembryo – iBelieve

The Wisers – It’s Safe, I’m Not Here

BLUES RECORDING OF THE YEAR

Debra Power – Even Red Heads Get the Blues

Devin Cooper – Cross the Line

Kirby Sewell Band – Girl with the New Tattoo

Nathan’s Taken – Honey Girl

Tim Williams – So Low

COUNTRY RECORDING OF THE YEAR

Jacob Rose – Last Another Day

Jason Hastie and The Alibi – Feels Like Home

Lyndsay Butler – I’ll Drive the Truck

Maddison Krebs – Bulls-Eye

TwoShine County – Whole Lotta Love

DJ/ ELECTRONIC RECORDING OF THE YEAR

Isis Graham aka Esette – YOU

Mark Instinct – Shake featuring Dizzy dLux

Soulier – Expansions

Sunseekerz – The Stick Up

Zach Taylor – Johnny Hockey

FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Jocelyn Alice

Joelle

Lexi Strate

Lyndsay Butler

Mary Kate Aquino

GROUP OF THE YEAR

Jason Hastie & The Alibi

The New Electric

The Static Shift

TwoShine County

Windigo

JAZZ RECORDING OF THE YEAR

Al Muirhead – Oop!

Hutchinson Andrew Trio – Hollow Trees

Johnny Summers – Piano Sessions Volume 2

Tyler Hornby – Launch

Vocal Group Kiva – Familiar Faces

MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Al Muirhead

Drew Gregory

Kirby Sewell

Scott MacKay

Tyler Hornby

METAL RECORDING OF THE YEAR

AfterEarth – In the Shadow of Destiny

Divinity – The Immortalist, Part 2 – Momentum

Every Hour Kills – Every Hour Kills

Hazzerd – Victimize the Innocent

Sentient – Ceremonial Murder

MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR

Cowpuncher – “Later On”

Jason Hastie and The Alibi – “White Dress”

Jocelyn Alice – “Jackpot”

Lexi Strate – “Diamond Eyes”

The New Electric – “Life’s What You Make It”

POP RECORDING OF THE YEAR

DJ Kav (ft. Kay L & Voyce) – Raindrops

Jocelyn Alice – Jackpot

Lexi Strate – Waves

The New Electric – Life’s What You Make It

Windigo – Windigo

RAP/ HIP HOP RECORDING OF THE YEAR

CLOUDE – GOTENKS (Trunks Freestyle)

DJ Kav (ft. Kay L & Voyce) – Raindrops

Kay L – LOST

Midwest Mindset – 1313

Zach Taylor – Johnny Hockey

ROCK RECORDING OF THE YEAR

8nChange – Skin

All Above Me – Anthem

The Static Shift – At Odds

Thrill of Falling – Truth For Lies

Windigo – Windigo

ROOTS/ FOLK RECORDING OF THE YEAR

Ann Taylor – Roses

Jacob Rose – Last Another Day

Mariel Buckley – Motorhome

The Northern Beauties – The Northern Beauties

Scott MacKay – Twin

SINGER/ SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR

Ann Taylor

Jason Hastie and The Alibi

Jocelyn Alice

Joelle

The Northern Beauties

SINGLE OF THE YEAR

Jason Hastie and The Alibi – “Feels Like Home”

Jocelyn Alice – “Jackpot”

The New Electric – “Life’s What You Make It”

TwoShine County – “Love This Song”

Windigo – “It Goes On (In My Mind)”
ZACKARIAH AND THE PROPHETS MEMORIAL AWARD
(to be announced at award ceremony)

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD
(please visit the following link for nominees and voting here)

About:

The YYC Music Awards purpose is to celebrate the wide range of musical talent in the city of Calgary.

The YYC Music Awards is accepting volunteer applications leading up to and for the gala along with membership for CMSC (Calgary Music Selection Committee), who are our voting members.

Volunteer Application: http://yycmusicawards.com/volunteers/

Join CMSC: http://yycmusicawards.com/cmsc/

Sponsorship Inquiries: http://yycmusicawards.com/sponsorship-kit/

For more info: YYCMusicAwards.com

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0 NEWS: Thrash Legends EXCITER Comment On Original Line Up Performing For First Time Since 1985 at Calgary Metalfest; 2016 Line Up w/ Annihilator, Exciter (original line-up), Razor, Sacrifice, Toxic Holocaust, The Exalted Piledriver And More!; Tickets & VIP Passes On Sale

August 25, 2016
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· calgary metalfest · Music News

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Montreal, QC – Aug 25, 2016

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Thrash Legends EXCITER Comment On Original Line Up Performing For First Time Since 1985 at Calgary Metalfest

2016 Line Up w/ Annihilator, Exciter (original line-up), Razor, Sacrifice,
Toxic Holocaust, The Exalted Piledriver And More!

Tickets & VIP Passes On Sale here

Download Calgary MetalFest Posters here

Canadian thrash legends EXCITER will be taking the stage at this year’s Calgary Metalfest on September 17th at Flames Central presented by Big Nate Productions. Their performance is one for the history books as they will be reuniting their original line up for the first time since 1985 plus sharing the stage with fellow Canadian thrash pioneers ANNIHILATOR, RAZOR and SACRIFICE. All have never before performed on the same stage together, making the concert a historic moment in metal.

EXCITER guitarist John Ricci comments:

“We are really stoked to participate at the fest with such great bands that came out of Canada and went on to establish themselves as serious contenders in the metal market around the globe. The last time the original line-up played together was the summer of 1985, our last tour together across the USA. When we got back together in 2014, it was like we never broke up, it was like instant musical chemistry!”

Tickets and VIP Passes on sale through https://calgarymetalfest.com and at Sloth Records in Calgary.

New this year, VIP packages will be offered and include sound check viewings, band meet and greets, and autograph sessions. Check out http://calgarymetalfest.com and http://bignateproductions.com for more info!

Friday, September 16th at Dickens Pub, Portland-based TOXIC HOLOCAUST will headline their first Calgary appearance since 2011. Support by DISCIPLES OF POWER, THE ORDER OF CHAOS, FORNICATION, BLACK PESTILENCE and CONCRETE FUNERAL. Info here.

Thursday, September 15th at Distortion sees THE EXALTED PILEDRIVER in their first ever Western Canadian performance with support from CRYSTAL MESS, SAVAGE STREETS, PROFITS OF CRIME and ACCOSTAL. Info here.

Wednesday, September 14th Kick-off Party at The Ship and Anchor, FREE SHOW with THE CADAVOR DOG, W.M.D., IN/VERTIGO, BLACKBIRD ELECTRIC, OUTLETS BAND. Info here.

About:

Calgary Metalfest, in its fifth annual year, started in 2012 by Nathan “Nate Reno” Renaud after his experiences working at Monsters of Rock in 2008 and as Stage and Production Manager of Noctis Metalfest from 2008 to 2013. Nate also founded and plays bass in KYOKTYS and is a live and studio audio engineer with over forty titles and hundreds of shows to his credit. Check him out at http://bignateproductions.com.

Through its live charity auction, Calgary Metalfest has raised a total of $4000 for Make-A-Wish Southern Alberta and is shooting to sponsor an entire $10,000 Wish this year! Auction items will include autographed posters, guitars, art, festival tickets, and more.

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