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0 NEWS: Seattle Thrashers FALLEN ANGELS Announce Feb. Show Dates w/ Act of Defiance and Nervosa

January 27, 2016
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· Fallen Angels · Music News

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For fans of Late 80’s Bay Area thrash, Testament, Havok, Forbidden, Exodus, Annihilator, Anthrax,

Seattle Thrashers FALLEN ANGELS Announce Feb. Show Dates w/ Act of Defiance and Nervosa

Stream New Single ‘Into The Abyss’ via Revolver Mag

New Album Out ‘World In Decay’ Produced By Legendary Thrash Producer Michael Rosen

L- R – Steve Spitzbart – Drums, Bradzilla – Vocals, Erik Hanson – Guitars, Carl Larsson – Bass, Matt Be Roth – Guitars (Photo Credit – Aaron Meyers)

Video – Nightmare – Watch here + Free Song Download here.

Song Stream – Forsaken Existence – Listen here.

FALLEN ANGELS announce they will be local support for their Seattle shows with Act Of Defiance, the metal super group that features guitarist Chris Broderick and drummer Shawn Drover (ex-Megadeth members), vocalist Henry Derek (ex-Scar the Martyr frontman) and bassist Matt Bachand (Shadows Fall guitarist) on Feb 5th at Fun House along with supporting Brazilian all female thrash band Nervosa on Feb 9th at Studio Seven.

Upcoming Show Dates:

Feb 5 – Seattle, WA – Fun House – Event info

Feb 9 – Seattle, WA – Studio Seven – Event info

In additional news, FALLEN ANGELS teamed up with Revolver Magazine last week for the stream of their latest single ‘Into The Abyss’ in support of their third studio release ‘World In Decay’ produced by Grammy award winning metal producer/engineer Michael Rosen (Forbidden, Testament, Death Angel, Flotsam and Jetsam, Tesla, Vicious Rumors).

To listen to ‘Into The Abyss’, please visit the following link: http://www.revolvermag.com/news/fallen-angels-release-new-single-into-the-abyss.html

‘World In Decay’ was released on August 4th via their indie label Cyberdyne Records to follow 2010’s ‘Engines of Oppression’ and 2008 debut ‘Rise From Ashes’ released on Metal On Metal Records. To order ‘World In Decay’, please visithere.

Track Listing – Fallen Angels – World In Decay

1. The Hammer’s Blow (4:25)

2. Nightmare (4:58) [Free Download]

3. Forsaken Existence (5:05) [Video]

4. Leading the Blind (4:36)

5. Fire At Eden’s Gate (6:13)

6. Into The Abyss (5:39)

7. The Hour of the Time (5:40)

8. Mortis Ex Machina (4:28)

Album Length: 41:08

About:

Capturing the classic thrash sound of the Big Four in their prime; early Metallica, Testament, Slayer, and Megadeth as well as lesser known cult heroes Exodus, Annihilator, Forbidden and Havok. FALLEN ANGELS is influenced by a wide range of 80’s thrash as well as classic metal from the 70’s and 80’s. The band combines these elements in a fresh, modern sounding album with the explosive riffs and solos that one might have expected to hear on the radio around 1989. FALLEN ANGELS is a band that thrash fans and more classic metal oriented fans can agree on because the music is catchy but also very aggressive.

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

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0 OBSCENE EXTREME 2016 – INSECT WARFARE Exclusive Show @ OEF 2016!

January 26, 2016
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· Music News · Obscene Extreme America Fest

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OBSCENE EXTREME 2016 – INSECT WARFARE Exclusive Show @ OEF 2016!

Our most wildest dreams have been heard and the grindcore machine from Texas is back!!! INSECT WARFARE!!!

Thousands of grinders all over the world have been waiting for this moment for many years and now it is here! An exclusive show at Obscene Extreme fest and a comeback OEF have been impatiently waiting for!!!

INSECT WARFARE will crush the Trutnov Battlefield with a power of grind hurricane!!! Precise riffs, intense cyclone. OEF are expecting nothing less!!! This band has ruled the world with their ingenious album “World Extermination” that brought an awesome portion of totally devastating music!!!

Uargh! You just cannot miss that!!! OEF’s enthusiasm knows no limits!!! Where is July?

INSECT WARFARE – OEF webpage > http://www.obsceneextreme.cz/en/bands/detail/id/insect-warfare/2016

Video INSECT WARFARE – World Extermination > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voSHK1bAIN4

INSECT WARFARE – An exclusive show at Obscene Extreme fest and a comeback we have been impatiently waiting for!!!

OBSCENE EXTREME 2016
July 13 – 17, 2016
TRUTNOV – Battlefield
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0 REMINDER – Canadian Bands: BRUTAL BATTLE CUBA Submissions Now Open!

January 26, 2016
by Asher
· Brutal Battle CUBA · Music News

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Montreal, QC – January 26, 2016

REMINDER – Canadian Bands: BRUTAL BATTLE CUBA Submissions Now Open!

Win Your Slot On Brutal Fest Tour

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BRUTAL BATTLE CUBA is proud to announce submissions are now open for independent Canadian metal bands in Oshawa, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec, Fredericton and Moncton to submit to this year’s first ever competition. One group will win a performing slot on this year’s 2016 BRUTAL SUMMER FEST TOURline up where they will be playing in front hundreds of Cuban metalheads each night from Aug 18-28.

Quebec’s Chariots of The Gods alongside touring front man Chase Wilson from Ontario’s Darkness in Aurora were the first Canadian metal band ever to join the fest in 2014.

“We have been working on this project for a while and we are really excited that it is finally happening! It’s a great opportunity for bands to experience touring outside of Canada and getting the chance to share the stage with international bands. Chase Wilson and I were part of the first Canadian metal band to tour Cuba in 2014. The cultural immersion as well as the musical experience really makes it a Brutal Fest!” comments BBC organizer Rich O’Neil.

For full submission details and rules, please visit the following link (deadline to submit application is February 10 at 11:59pm EST): http://www.piranhaproductions.ca/soumission.php

10 Fun Facts To Why You Should Apply To Brutal Battle CUBA:

1- Between 2010 and 2015, more than 55 foreign bands have toured the Brutal Fest. France, Switzerland, UK, Belgium, Italy Hungary, Canada, USA, Denmark, Finland, Costa Rica, Sweden Chili, Mexico…

2- Every show, but one, is outdoor. 6/7

3- Beer cost less than $2 in Cuba.

4- You can have a good meal for less than $2 during the tour.

5- Rum is so cheap, you better buy a whole bottle than ordering some rum and coke.

6- Every hotel is reserved in advance so bands don’t have to take care of finding a place in each city.

7- Lots of Cuban fans! They will ask for AUTOGRAPHS. Bring a Sharpie!!

8- There will be days off during the tour to visit and enjoy Cuba.

9- Cuba has an official Rock Agency located in la Havana.

10- There is no music shop in Cuba. We will try to raise some money to bring them some instruments.

What is BRUTAL SUMMER FEST TOUR?

It’s a seven date tour with five to seven international bands, ten crew members, two bus drivers and one big bus on the road for two weeks across Cuba.

The selected Canadian band will share the stage with five or six other talented international bands every night and will be on the road during the day visiting every aspect of the Cuban culture.

Not only will the winning band be sent to tour with Brutal Fest in Cuba with tour shirts and promo stickers, but they will also have the opportunity to be endorsed by companies such as InTune Guitar Picks and SoulTone Cymbals as well as a few other great prizes from their sponsors.

Are you ready for the most Brutal experience of your life?

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0 NEWS: Metal Nation Radio Streaming STRIKER’s New Single ‘Out For Blood’; New Album ‘Stand In The Fire’ Out Feb 5th

January 26, 2016
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· Music News · Striker

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Metal Nation Radio Streaming STRIKER’s New Single ‘Out For Blood’; New Album ‘Stand In The Fire’ Out Feb 5th

Track Listing ‘Stand In The Fire’:

1. Phoenix Lights (3:38)

2. Out For Blood (3:51)

3. Too Late (4:52) [Video]

4. Stand In the Fire (3:39)

5. The Iron Never Lies (4:06)

6. Escape From Shred City (2:53)

7. Outlaw (4:35)

8. Locked In (3:45)

9. United (4:06)

10. Better Times (3:37)

11. One Life (4:17)

Album Length: 43:23

Recently awarded this year’s Edmonton Music Prize for their 2014 release‘City of Gold’, Canadian new wave metallers STRIKER are gearing up for the release of their new album ‘Stand In The Fire’ via their own Record Breaking Records label on February 5, 2016. The band’s next single ‘Out For Blood’ is now streaming for its Canadian premiere on Metal Nation Radio.

Guitarist Tim Brown comments on the track:

“Out for Blood is our little slice of 80’s cop-drama saxophone filled metal. We wanted to go completely over the top, stuff it full of solos and crazy shred, and just go nuts on every aspect on the song. Thrash metal Miami Vice!”

To listen to ‘Out For Blood’, please visit the following link: http://metalnationradio.ca/exclusive-premiere-strikers-new-single-out-for-blood-new-album-stand-in-the-fire-out-feb-5th/#more-19792

‘Stand In The Fire’ is STRIKER‘s most uncompromising record to date. A record packed with incredible riffs and colossal anthems, all laced together with epic harmonies. Inspired by legendary bands like Iron Maiden, Striker wears their hearts firmly on their battle jackets, soaking up the power and influence of classic rock and metal.

The band; Dan Clearly (vocals) Tim Brown (lead/rhythm guitars) William Wallace (bass) Adam Brown (drums) recorded the album themselves with the help of Randy Black (who filled in on drums while Adam was away…) and mixing genius Frederik Nordstrom (Bring Me The Horizon, In Flames, Opeth) giving them not only the time and space needed but the freedom to set up the release direct to fans worldwide.

The band’s first single and music video ‘Too Late’ is streaming here along with a newly posted guitar lesson video on GuitarWorld.com here.

STRIKER will be hitting the road with Primal Fear across Europe in February 2016.

Feb 5 – Barcelona, Spain – Razz 2

Feb 6 – Madrid, Spain – Arena

Feb 7 – Murcia, Spain – Garaje

Feb 10 – Paris, France – Divan Di Monde

Feb 11 – Siegburg, Germany – Kubana

Feb 12 – Prague, Czech Republic – Nove Chelmice

Feb 13 – Cham, Germany – L.A. Cafe

Feb 14 – Hamburg, Germany – Logo

Feb 16 – Hannover, Germany – MusikZentrum

Feb 17 – Saarbrucken, Germany – Garage

Feb 18 – Stuttgart, Germany – LKA

Feb 19 – Pratteln, Switzerland – Z7

Feb 20 – Munich, Germany – HM’s Calling

Feb 21 – Budapest, Hungary – Barba Negra

Feb 23 – Wien, Austria – Szene

Feb 24 – Kraków, Poland – TBA

Feb 25 – Berlin, Germany – K17

Feb 26 – Wurzburg, Germany – Posthalle

Feb 27 – Essen, Germany – Turock

Feb 28 – Vosselaar, Belgium – Biebob

About Striker:

STRIKER formed in Edmonton, Canada in 2007 and they were signed to German label Iron Kodex off the strength of their first demo. They made two albums with the label and recorded 2nd album Armed To The Teeth with acclaimed producer Michael Wagener (Ozzy, Skid Row, Metallica). They played shows with Metallica in Canada and hit the road for what eventually became a full world tour with shows across Europe and Japan. They used their time in Europe to work with Frederik Nordstrom and were snapped up by Napalm Records in 2012 for the release of the acclaimed album City Of Gold.

For more info: www.Striker-Metal.com.

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0 NEWS: Invisible Oranges Premiere RHINE ‘Dreaming Of Death’; New Album ‘An Outsider’ Out Feb 5th

January 25, 2016
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· Music News · Rhine

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Invisible Oranges Premiere ‘Dreaming Of Death’ by Seattle Prog Metal RHINE

New Album ‘An Outsider’ Due Out Feb 5th, 2016

L-R – Gabe Tachell – Guitar/Vocals, James Porter – Bass, Carlos Delgado – Drums, Alex Smolin – Guitar – Photo Credit – Megan Treasure – MeganTreasure.com

An Outsider – Trailer Video here.

Seattle’s RHINE have teamed up with Invisible Oranges for the premiere of the new track and fourth single ‘Dreaming of Death’ off their upcoming album‘An Outsider’ due out on February 5th, 2016.

The track can be heard at the following link: http://www.invisibleoranges.com/rhine-dreaming-of-death-premiere/

Commented vocalist/guitarist Gabe Tachell about the song:

“One of our most progressive and somewhat psychedelic songs, it’s about a fucked up nightmare I had.”

‘An Outsider’ is the follow up to RHINE‘s 2011 debut ‘Duality’, which was first a solo effort by band founder Gabriel Tachell (guitar and vocals) whom is now joined by Alex Smolin on guitar (ex-Metameric), James Porter on bass (Ideofone), and Carlos Delgado (Inferion, ex-Death Crowned King) to collaborate on this project. To pre-order ‘An Outsider’, please visit the following link here.

Track Listing of Album: RHINE – An Outsider

1. Dreaming of Death (11:46)

2. The Spell of Dark Water (6:20) [ProgMetalZone]

3. An Outsider (10:05) [ProgressiveMusicplanet]

4. Somewhere (3:59)

5. Paralyzed (10:50) [PureGrainAudio]

6. Dissolved in Fire (7:53)

7. P.R.E.Y. (5:31)

8. Into the Unknown (6:34)

9. Shipwrecked In Stasis (3:02)

10. Fragments (8:21)

About:

Seattle’s Rhine are seamlessly connecting German thrash metal with Swedish death metal much like their namesake, the Rhine River. The founder of the group Gabriel Tachell named it such for its simplicity and as a metaphor for fluidity and change. The band started in 2011 with the release of their first album ‘Duality’ which was at first a solo effort by Tachell (guitar and vocals) and eventually led to a full band. He is now joined by Alex Smolin on guitar (ex-Metameric), James Porter on bass (Ideofone), and Carlos Delgado (Inferion, ex-Death Crowned King) to collaborate on this project.

Rhine are primarily producing epic, progressive songs and yet others flow to the mouth of the river where there is a culmination of black, death, and thrash metal, occasionally tinged with classical, folk and other styles. The band has a certain frantic unpredictability in terms of songwriting and structure while the moody vocals gently ride over the extreme precision of the guitar, drum, and bass. The four-piece are experimental in their intentions, yet melodically and rhythmically catchy with the delivery. Tachell is the primary inspiration for the current material, referencing experiences in his life from emotional turmoil, health issues, fairy tales, to dreams of finding corpses floating in a swamp. Their interesting themes and energetic music has been evolving into a unique and distinctive sound.

Live, Rhine is an unbridled horse that emotes a nervous uncertainty of what is next compositionally and emotionally. The band bases their performance on the backbone of the band — guitar, vocals, bass, and drums, and they definitely don’t shy away from the challenges of playing music like this live without the help of backing tracks. Their latest release ‘An Outsider’ is slated for February 5, 2016 and while it may not be heavier than the previous release, it is certainly more advanced in terms of playing, songwriting, vocal performance and production. It includes tracks featuring german lyrics, completely improvised solos and an overall human-ness that is often lost amongst other high level metal productions in this age of quantizing and autotuning. Rhine are one band that has grown into a machine that is not to be missed.

For more info, please visit www.RhineOfficial.com.

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0 NEWS: HELLEBORUS Announce Feb 17th Denver Support Date w/ Fleshgod Apocalypse + 2016 Fest Dates

January 25, 2016
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· Helleborus · Music News

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HELLEBORUS Announce Feb 17th Denver Support Date w/ Fleshgod Apocalypse + 2016 Fest Dates

Colorado Springs, CO black metal out fit HELLEBORUS founded by brothers Jerred & Wyatt Houseman announce they will be supporting Fleshgod Apocalypse on February 17th in Denver, CO at the Marquis Theatre plus confirm they will be performing later this year at the 71Grind Fest and Shadow Woods Metal Fest (details below).

“This is a great start of the year for us and we will be announcing more shows soon. It’s a great honor to be sharing the stage with these tyrants from Italy. We expect our Denver area heathens to be sharing a glass of wine with us at the end of the night.” comments vocalist Wyatt Houseman.

In addition, HELLEBORUS plan to release their debut album ‘The Carnal Sabbath’ in 2016 with the release date still to be determined. The album is a Bacchic frenzy of carnal abandon told through lascivious guitars and tempting bass rhythms along with elements of black, death and doom metal to provide a vast backdrop for an ambiance of potential and possibility. Fans of The Devil’s Blood, Satyricon, Necorphobic, Belphegor, Blut Aus Nord are sure to be seduced by Helleborus.

To listen to the first three tracks revealed from the forthcoming ‘The Carnal Sabbath’, please visit the following links:

‘Coils’ – FREE Download – NoCleanSinging

‘The Carnal Sabbath’ – Song Stream – NefariousRealm

‘Colored Spores of Yuggoth’ – Song Stream – Decibel Mag

1. Helleborus Black

2. Coils

3. Edge of Black Waters

4. Colored Spores of Yuggoth

5. Draconian Discipline

6. The Poison of Sleep

7. Temple of Seventh Death

8. Gift of Renewal

9. The Carnal Sabbath

Upcoming Show Dates:

Feb 17 – Denver, CO – Marquis Theatre w/ Fleshgod Apocalypse, Carach Angren, Abigail Williams – Event info

June 3 – Colorado Springs, CO – 71GrindFest – Event info

Sept 15-18 – White Hall, MD – Shadow Woods Metal Fest – Event info

About:

Conceived within the womb of Execration, Helleborus is the latest emanation of Jerred & Wyatt Houseman. Like the enigmatic and deadly winter flower from which the project takes its name, Helleborus pushes the exploration of traditional black metal into the uncharted territory of sensual duality and mysticism. Building on their professional experience with Execration and personal experiences through Akhenaten, the Houseman brothers sought a deeper expression of their experiential-driven musical style that audiences can connect with through a union of opposites.

“We’ve always had a vision for the type of black metal project Helleborus would be. We wanted to explore and deliver a darker and yet more romantic side of black metal. There is an unknown side of metal that is masculine and powerful, yet sensual and respectful; controlled chaos.” comments vocalist Wyatt Houseman.

Album Band Line Up features: Wyatt (vocals, lyrics) & Jerred Houseman (producer, all instruments)

Live Band Line Up features: Brent Boutte’ – Drums, Jerred Houseman – Guitar & leads, Wyatt Houseman – Voice, Ian Horenman – guitar & rhythms, Michael Hylands – Bass

For more info, please visit the following links:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Helleborus/147780151924510

http://twitter.com/hellebrus

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0 NEWS: Bravewords Premiere Goth Rockers VAN HALST Title Track ‘World of Make Believe’ From Upcoming Album

January 22, 2016
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· Music News · Van Halst

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Montreal, QC – January 21, 2016

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Bravewords Premiere Goth Rockers VAN HALST Title Track ‘World of Make Believe’ From Upcoming Album

New Album ‘World of Make Believe’ Out March 4th

Photo Credit: Renee Robyn

Edmonton, AB’s VAN HALST is a fierce, empowering force of hard rock fused with metal. A project, which began as a solo artist for whom the band is named after — Kami Van Halst, has since become a full group producing socially conscious, lyrical tracks that focus on disenfranchised and marginalized populations. Their forthcoming 2016 album ‘World of Make Believe’ is set for release on March 4th and before its release VAN HALST want the world to hear the title track via premiere on Bravewords.com, which can be heard at the following link below:

Vocalist Kami Van Halst comments about the single:

“World of Make Believe speaks to our version of an ideal world. Instead of make believe being about fairy tales, it’s simply about equality. The song talks about wanting to live in a world where everyone is equal in all measures.”

Listen to ‘World of Make Believe’ at the following link: http://bravewords.com/news/exclusive-van-halst-premier-track-world-of-make-believe-audio-streaming

Track Listing: Van Halst – World of Make Believe
1. The End (4:31)
2. Save Me (4:12) [Bandcamp]
3. Ryan’s Song (4:11)
4. World of Make Believe (3:46)
5. Questions (3:23)
6. Denying Eyes (4:08)
7. Monster (3:29)
8. Plastic Smile (5:11)
9. Put Him Down (4:33)
10. Perfect Storm (4:44)

Album Length: 42:14

Upcoming Shows:

April 2 – Edmonton, AB @ Filthy McNasty’s

More about Van Halst:

The band’s influences stay true to goth rock, Kami Van Halst demonstrates an agile vocal delivery in combination with pummeling growls. Lyrically, the band draws from black metal due to its focus on people suffering from isolation and rising to overcome the preconceptions of a judgemental society. In This Moment’s industrial fusion remains a primary influence for Van Halst, employing a sampler, synthesizer, and distorted vocals.

Kami Van Halst dominates as the vocalist performing both growls and soaring vocals (Surviving Suzanne), Scott Greene (Derina Harvey Band/Dirty Pool) and Strathon J. Bajowsky (Havok Way) craft the guitar work while Brendan McMillan (bass) (My Darkest Days) and Brett Seaton (drums) (Cultured by Fire) drive the rhythm section of the band. Kami’s range and virtuosic vocal ability always captivates an audience and her attitude on stage truly delivers the meaning behind the songs. The main writing forces for the band are Kami and Scott working together to give listeners a vivid image of social injustices. The band’s live performance is a theatric experience as the utilize full-costumes, make-up and stage props.

For more info, please visit www.vanhalstmusic.com

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0 NEWS: BUFFALO THEORY MTL Post ‘Skeptic Knight’ EP Preview; Due Out Feb 26th via Stand Productions

January 22, 2016
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· Buffalo Theory MTL · Music News

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Stoner Thrash Metal BUFFALO THEORY MTL Post ‘Skeptic Knight’ EP Preview

Due Out Feb 26th via Stand Productions

Comprised of members from legendary Quebec bands Ghoulunatics, Les Ékorchés, Arseniq 33 and currently active Vantablack Warship, Montreal, QC based stoner thrash influenced metallers BUFFALO THEORY MTL return to the scene with a new preview for their fourth and latest offering ‘Skeptic Knight’ set for release via Stand Productions on February 26th.

The EP is the follow up to 2014’s ‘Murder Trilogy’ EP and their 2012 full length ‘Heavy Ride’ and was recorded at Indica Studio in Montreal, QC where it was produced by BUFFALO THEORY MTL along with Peter Edwards (Grimskunk).

“We think ‘Skeptic Knight’ is our best material to date and it’s damn heavy as usual. It has a different sounding production that we like a lot. We completed 5 songs for the release. There were lots of riffs just waiting to be completed and it was hard to choose which ones to release first as we are already prepared to unleash another EP by next year to follow it.” comments bassist Gary Lyons.

Featuring five annihilating tracks each with its own eclectic flavour / twist, all will appeal highly to fans of Down, COC, Queens of the Stone Age and Black Sabbath. The band is gearing up for their first single ‘Punishment’ set to hit the mosh pit in the coming weeks with their forged sound of heavy energetic metal.

To view the EP preview, please the following link: https://youtu.be/i9sl_ifLjQg

(EP artwork by Darek Kocurek)

1. Conspiracy in Paranoland (3:45)

2. Punishment (3:09)

3. Get On It (2:59)

4. Skeptic Knight (3:20)

5. Psychic Enclosure (2:37)

EP Length: 15:52

Upcoming Dates:

March 18 – Montreal, QC @ Petit Cafe Campus – Event info (CD launch show w/ Warcall, Coup D’Pied Dans Face, The Naked High)

About:

BUFFALO THEORY MTL is a band of beer chugging, heavy riffing fans for the fans. Attributing their name to a scene from the pop culture 80’s TV show CHEERS (Cliff Claven explains the Buffalo theory of beer to his buddy Norm (explanation here.)) and the MTL abbreviation representing their pride for their hometown of Montreal, these seasoned veterans from the Canadian and Brazilian metal scenes are always ready to set the stage ablaze with their stoner / thrash infused metal for beer lovers around the world.

Comprised of members from legendary Quebec bands Ghoulunatics, Les Ékorchés, Arseniq 33 and currently active Vantablack Warship along with vocalist Anton Parr’s experience in thrash bands in Brazil. BUFFALO THEORY MTL’s passion for metal is truly in the blood of this quintet whose past experiences are a combined amount of over 1300 shows, 15 studio albums along with sharing the stage with bands such as Korn, Marilyn Manson, Testament and Suicidal Tendencies.

The band’s first EP ‘Live In Studio’ was released in 2010 and was later followed by their debut full length 2012’s ‘Heavy Ride’ released via Galy Records, which was then followed by their 2014 EP “Murder Trilogy’.

Now in 2016, the band returns with their third EP ‘Skeptic Knight’ set for release on February 26th via Stand Productions.

For more info, please visit https://www.facebook.com/BUFFALO-THEORY-MTL-243777113598/

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0 OUT NOW! Yukon Power Thrashers SANKTUARY Unleash New Album ‘Winter’s Doom’

January 22, 2016
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· Music News · Sanktuary

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Montreal, QC – January 22, 2016

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OUT NOW! Yukon Power Thrashers SANKTUARY Unleash New Album ‘Winter’s Doom’

L-R: Anders Grasholm – Drums | Cole Hume – Bass | Alan Binger – Vocals, Guitar | Glen Emond – Guitar

Hailing from the harsh and blisteringly cold of the deep far North of Canada’s Yukon Territory situating themselves in the city of Whitehorse (pretty far north, like the Siberia of Canada eh!), power thrash champions SANKTUARY are ready to unleash their latest album ‘Winter’s Doom’ full of fierce and dynamic high speed riffs, catchy hooks, and belted out lyrics for the metal crowds.

‘Winter’s Doom’ is now out as of January 22nd and is fully streaming at the following links plus available on CD and for digital download.

“Winter’s Doom is a big step up for us and a step our homeland of the frigid North directed us in. The vast emptiness and shear mammoth proportions of this landscape lend a very helpful hand in open palm smacking the creative juices right into you. In this album the songs are faster, heavier and all around more to the tune we have always been drawn to. I’m sure all who listen will agree this is our best offering to date!” comments bassist Cole Hume.

Bandcamp: https://sanktuarymetal.bandcamp.com/album/winters-doom

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/sanktuaryslays/sets/winters-doom-1

1. Space Race (4:30)

2. Wild Is The Wind (4:12)

3. Vermin Lord (6:50)

4. Winter’s Doom (3:39)

5. Open Your Eyes (4:40)

6. Corpse Blockade (4:15)

7. Maximum Authority (4:46)

Album Length: 32:55

About:

Power thrash champions SANKTUARY Hailing from the harsh and blisteringly cold of the deep far North of Canada’s Yukon Territory situating themselves in the city of Whitehorse (pretty far north, like the Siberia of Canada eh!). They have been trekking across the country for the past 6 years to bring their fierce and dynamic high speed riffs, catchy hooks, and belted out lyrics to the metal crowds.

A collective vision that began in high school with a group of like-minded teens fed up with the constraints of mainstream music who wanted to emulate the lifestyles of their favourite bands. Their straight-forward, no-bullshit attitudes shape their signature brand of heavy metal, which has led them to release the full length, 2013’s ‘Something Fierce’ that reached #19 on the national college radio loud charts, 2011’s ‘Tundrastruck’ split with Nova Scotia’s Black Moor and Montreal’s Metallian plus two EPs 2010’s ‘Black Magic’ and 2009’s self-titled.

Members of the band write harmoniously, basing each song off of a key riff from either Alan Binger (vocals and guitar), Glen Emond (guitar), or Cole Hume (bass), and then Anders Grasholm (drums) works his magic on the rhythm of each tune.

2016 see the band’s return with their sophomore album ‘Winter’s Doom’ set for release on January 22nd, 2016. The album features seven killer high speed, breakneck thrash metal tracks inspired by the Yukon’s far North they call home along with other issues such as politics, technology, etc..

“In the title track and album cover we portray ourselves as heavy metal warriors thriving in a habitat where most would perish instantaneously.That’s our homeland, the Yukon.” comments the band.

Stay tuned for what Sanktuary has to offer for fans! Visit their Facebook page for more details at www.facebook.com/sanktuarymetal.

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0 OUT NOW! Deviant Melodic Math Metal LIKE ANIMALS New ‘Feral’ EP

January 22, 2016
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· Like Animals · Music News

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OUT NOW! Deviant Melodic Math Metal LIKE ANIMALS New ‘Feral’ EP

L – R – Will Tennant – Drums/Backing Vocals, Jamie Haffenden – Guitar/Lead Vocals, Myke Caouette- Bass/Backing Vocals

(Photo Credit: Travis Tiernay)

Orillia, ON’s deviant melodic math metallers LIKE ANIMALS have unleashed their new EP ‘Feral’ out now as of January 22nd to follow their previous animal-themed EPs ‘Sweet Whispers, Plagued Ears’, ‘The Undertoad’ and ‘The Wild’.

“From lineup change to personal hardships, Feral is an honest view at how powerful emotion and dedication can be. A raw yet polished EP encapsulates the feel and frenetic energy of past releases, while bringing forth a much more mature, refined sound. Soaring vocals, a battery of percussion, and meaty bass blends into a rich soundscape of changing moods.” comments bassist Myke Caouette.

To listen to ‘Feral’, please visit the following links:

Bandcamp: https://likeanimals1.bandcamp.com/album/feral-ep

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/like-animals-90539529/sets/feral-ep

EP Order – http://likeanimals1.bandcamp.com

Track Listing:

Feral (4:30) [Free Download] [Youtube]

The Lions Share (4:00)

Lounge Lizard (4:26)

Caterwaul (3:15) [Video]

The Jungle Book of Love (3:31)

EP Length: 19:45

Upcoming Shows:

Jan 30 – The Brownstone Cafe – Orillia, ON – Event info

For more info, visit their Facebook page at Facebook.com/likeanimals

About:

Like Animals are breaking free of the constricting chains of modern music and are busy creating their own uninhibited style of spastic-math-metal graced with emotionally-charged vocals. Like a wild animal each member maintains a sense of chaos through their arpeggio guitar and bass sections, unorthodox drums peppered with dynamic changes, and finally tempered by the wavering vocals soaring just slightly above the instrumentals both in tone and feeling. The beasts within the band each perform vocal duties a sound akin to a coyote-esque choir featuring Jamie Haffenden on guitar and lead vocals, Will Tennant on drums, Myke Caouette on bass.

Their name is synonymous with their song-writing and attitude, where they are part of a pack, but still remain hungry and solitary, like a stray animal. Their 400-show track record over the years reveals their dedication to their craft having shared the stage with such bands as Fuck The Facts, Dog Fashion Disco, Adrenechrome, Downtown Brown, Scale The Summit, Polkadot Cadaver, Teethmarks and many more.

With four animal-themed EPs in tow (‘Sweet Whispers, Plagued Ears, The Undertoad, The Wild) and their new release called ‘Feral’ due out on January 22nd, 2016, the band is constantly working to create a continuously more mature and higher caliber sound. The group hunts and writes as a unit by drafting and evolving each song with each giving their own input.

Lyrics contend with themes such as: self-doubt, lack of self-worth, depression, anxiety, and the like. Like Animals continue to push the boundaries of the several genres which they base their experimental music on while committing to the best music they can produce.

For more info, visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/likeanimals/

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