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0 Enter The “Badlands” w/ Canadian Proggers THE WRING’s New Lyric Video + New Album “Nemesis” Out Now!

  • November 28, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · The Wring

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Montreal, QC – November 28, 2024

Enter The “Badlands” w/ Canadian Proggers THE WRING’s New Lyric Video

New Album “Nemesis” Out Now! via WormHoleDeath Records

The Wring – Album Lineup – L-R – Kyle Brian Abbott – Drums, Don Dewulf – Guitars, Reggie Hache – Bass, Vocals & Keyboards

Releasing their fourth studio album “Nemesis” this past September, Canadian prog rockers The Wring is inviting fans to enter the “Badlands” with their latest lyric video in support of the record. Don Dewulf explains the track further:

“Bad behaviour of major media outlets has given rise to powerful lower tier/social media that operate without any requirement for truth or decency; conflicting accounts, conspiracy theory, assertions without proof but presented as fact. It’s everywhere, but most obvious in the USA where almost every issue is dramatically polarized. Even the average semi-intelligent person doesn’t really know what to believe anymore. Musically, Badlands starts with a crushing bass riff leading into an angular verse and a very metal pre-chorus. The chorus is open and singable. I love the solo. It’s got some Lydian forms which has a ‘crooked major’ jazzy kind of vibe. Fun to play.”

Watch and listen at https://youtu.be/weLW71IITN8​

The Wring‘s fourth album “Nemesis” marks a significant step in the band’s journey, showcasing a more cohesive and refined sound that blends their heavy rock roots with progressive and jazz influences. With eight tracks spanning just over 40 minutes, “Nemesis” adds a new, technical twist to progressive metal.

Exploring themes of external and internal conflict, each song represents a different facet of our struggles. From the driving intensity of tracks like “Badlands” and “The Sword” to the melodic intricacy of “The Nail” and “Before I Disappear”, the album is a dynamic journey through the band’s musical and lyrical vision. Reggie Hache’s expanded role on vocals, bass, and keyboards brings a new depth to The Wring’s sound, while Dewulf’s guitar work continues to anchor the band’s heavy yet nuanced approach.

Throughout “Nemesis,” the playing is tight, precise, and yet still free-flowing. Each instrument complements the others and often provides a steady hand while the other players move in different directions. It’s a metal album, a prog album, a rock album, or even a pseudo-jazz affair.

Guitarist Don Dewulf comments:

“Thematically, Nemesis speaks to conflict of all sorts. Musically, there is a similar conflict of musical styles. The central idea of every Wring album is to combine many genres in a single song, so while nothing is new, hopefully, the combination can seem fresh or different. For many listeners, even the most dedicated, certain musical stylings are an onerous listen – jazz, prog, even classical. The idea of Nemesis is to give the listener a way to enjoy odd times, peculiar harmony, and aggressive riffs without having to give up their soul to do it. The backbone of every song is firmly rooted in traditional hard rock so there is always something to grab onto.”

Recommended for fans of Dream Theater, Opeth, and Porcupine Tree, “Nemesis” was released on September 27, 2024, via Wormholedeath Records, with distribution by Aural/Orchard.

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3U6DZl0

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Bandcamp – https://thewring2.bandcamp.com/album/nemesis

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Digital Album – https://orcd.co/nemesispre-save​

“The Sword” – Music Video – https://youtu.be/LLkIs2V6BWQ

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“The Nail” – Music Video – https://youtu.be/oXZmIOmkU_0

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Track Listing:​
1. Badlands – 5:13
2. The Nail – 5:29
3. Blur – 4:17
4. The Sword – 5:37
5. Before I Disappear – 4:39
6. Welshrats – 5:18
7. Dark Passenger – 5:20
8. Nemesis – 4:47
Total 40:40

More info: www.thewring.ca | https://www.facebook.com/thewringband | https://www.instagram.com/wringband​
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“Prog’s Tracks Of The Week (Aug 16)” – The Sword – The Wring – Prog Magazine​

“There is a distinct, and quite energetic, 90s prog feel to Nemesis, reminiscent of bands such as Watchtower and Galactic Cowboys. The songs are loaded with intricate drumming, rock-solid bass playing, and great riffs and solos. Hache’s vocals may not work for everyone but they do for me, making this a super addition to any prog fan’s catalog. 4/5” – Heavy Music HQ

“A lesson in classic and modern prog metal! Had Doug Pinnick and Jim Matheos come together for a joint project in the late 80’s, throwing together the progressive list of one with the groovy cornerstones of the other background band, wouldn’t it be so unlikely that the fantastic output wouldn’t stray too far from the Canadians at THE WRING in terms of sound. The band has already released three notable records in the past and has also attracted international attention with “Spectra” (2022)… THE WRING has already created some exciting moments on “Spectra”; However, “Nemesis” is finally the Champions League format that a trio with such advantages would actually have belonged in from the start. 9/10″ – PowerMetal.de

“Heads up prog-metal fans! Canada’s The Wring have a hot new number with “The Sword” and it’s not messin’ around. An early peak from their forthcoming album “Nemesis” due to drop on Sept. 27th, “The Sword” is complex with high power riffs, solos, a double kick throughout and soaring vocals that makesfor a beast of a track. Catch “The Sword” from The Wring on your Home for the Best New Rock…W-J-O-EEEE” – WJOE – Findlay’s Home for Rock & Roll

“This album marks a significant step in the band’s journey, showcasing a more cohesive and refined sound that blends their heavy rock roots with progressive and jazz influences. With eight tracks spanning just over 40 minutes, “Nemesis” adds a new, technical twist to progressive metal. – The Prog Space​
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​“recommended to every fan of technically perfect, slightly metallic prog rock, great bass lines” – Betreutes Proggen​
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​“The hard prog songs are powerful and impress in their arrangements. 8/10” – Soundmagnet ​
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​“9 years and 4 albums into this band’s career have helped create some astonishing prog metal. It can get as catchy as hard rock radio, it can get as adventurous as jazz metal, and everything in between. I hear as much from bands like Watchtower as I hear as proggier sides of Between The Buried and Me and Cynic. There’s a dark sense of curiosity going on throughout the album that keeps it intriguing. If this sounds like it could be for you (keeping in mind it is all clean vocals), this is more than worth your time. It’s mesmerizing music written without being too wanky and written for the sake of fretboard Olympics, this is authentic. Seriously, give it a spin if you need some throwback but modern prog metal in your life.” – Heavy Debriefings​
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​“The Wring strikes me as a band that explore a variety of progressive rock with a similar attitude as Rush in many ways, but making use of more contemporary impulses as they traverse the landscapes they explore. And I’d hazard a bet that many of the people that find that description interesting will find this album to be an enjoyable one.” – Progressor

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0 Streaming Now! Canadian Thrashers MUTANK’s New Album Wants You To “Think Before You Think”

  • November 28, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · MUTANK

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Montreal, QC – November 28, 2024

Streaming Now! Canadian Thrashers MUTANK’s New Album Wants You To “Think Before You Think”

New Album “Think Before You Think” Out End of November 2024 (Boonsdale Records)

L-R – Ahmed Saad (Drums), Stephen Reynolds (Bass, Vocals), Costa Skoulikas (Guitar), Chris Nascimben (Guitar)

Photo Credit – Kat Dydyk

Seven years in the making since 2017’s EP “W.H.A.T.S.T.H.A.T.” and touring across Canada with Annihilator and Australia’s Mason, and a short hiatus, Montreal, Canada’s MUTANK are discharging their new album “Think Before You Think” on November 29th via Boonsdale Records.

Before it is officially released, MUTANK has teamed up with Decibel Magazine to premiere the album’s full-stream, which you can bang your head heavy to HERE.

“This is Thrash for Metalheads by Metalheads! We have evolved from crossover to a more refined thrash band with longer and more intricate songs, it can be a bit proggy… The level of seriousness in songwriting is evident in the new album. We want this album to energize people and make them feel the way we do when we listen to some of our favourite artists. This album is the most material we have ever put out! 50 minutes of pure metal across 10 tracks. The songs picked themselves as we kept writing tracks we enjoyed playing. Lyrically we cover a lot of ground from the economy to time travel.” adds the band.

MUTANK‘s new album “Think Before You Think” features ten volcanic thrash tracks to blaze a new path to jackhammer a pure audio assault. Live favourites such as “Running Reds”, “Abortron”, and “Thrash Primordial” are sure to please die-hard fans for easy repeat listens. With a passion for classic thrash and a desire to play radical riffs, MUTANK made a deservedly big impression on the Canadian metal scene with their debut EP “M.E.C.H METAL” and a performance at Wacken Open Air after being declared champions of the 2014 Wacken Metal Battle Canada competition.

Live Video – MUTANK at Wacken Open Air 2014 – https://youtu.be/yQrLaG8BPL4​

With their distinctive sound, the band moved forward in 2017, touring across Canada supporting ANNIHILATOR alongside Australia’s MASON in support of their EP “W.H.A.T.S.T.H.A.T” (Boonsdale Records). Metal Injection also named the band “1 of 8 Hidden Gems in Canadian Metal You Need To Know” (Read here).

2024 will be a tour de force for MUTANK with the payload of “Think Before You Think”. Fans of D.R.I., Suicidal Tendencies, Havok, Megadeth, Overkill, and Exodus are sure to join them in the circle pit when it releases.

CD Pre-Order (Limited to 250 copies) – https://boonsdale.bigcartel.com/product/mutank-think-before-you-think-cd-pre-order​

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3NLOS88​

Music Video – Illuminatus – https://youtu.be/NcmZtePbI3M​

Music Video – Bad Magnitude – https://youtu.be/P7XFJzQD5m8​

Track Listing:
​1. Illuminatus – 6:14
2. Payback – 5:24
3. All Against All – 4:43
4. Channel Change – 5:11
5. Bad Magnitude – 5:30
6. Abortron – 3:37
7. Groundbreaker – 2:08
8. Metalheads For Hire – 5:37
9. Running Reds – 6:27
10. Thrash Primordial – 4:40
Album Length: 49:38

More Info: Boonsdalerecords.com | Facebook.com/bonebrainsnotdemolishers | Instagram.com/mutank_or_die | X.com/MUTANK​

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Highlight: #2 – Canadian National Loud Chart – August 2017 – Top 20 Loud (Earshot)

“they play good-natured thrash a la Overkill and Exodus… perfectly serviceable and enjoyable, definitely more effective when they are playing fast.” – Decibel Mag

Metal Injection named MUTANK 1 of 8 Hidden Gems in Canadian Metal You Need To Know

“Based out of (arguably) the metal hub of the nation, Montreal, Mutank are a ferocious and frenzied crossover-thrash band that infect its listener with an ear worm that no amount of Michael Buble ballads can remedy. The 2014 winners of the Wacken Metal Battle Canada contest have churned out consistently crushing thrash riffs for years and have all the tools and check off all the required boxes to make a major play in the global metal market. For first time listeners, check out “Corporate Child” from their 2014 album M.E.C.H. Metal and the pulverizing headbanger “D.E.A.T.H.” from their 2017 EP W.H.A.T.S.T.H.A.T” – Metal Injection

“Montreal punk/thrash crossover act MUTANK has quickly become my favourite new discovery in the world of metal. They’re fast, funny, and equal parts smart and stoopid, with lyrics like “Who do Mu Tank you are?” and a band name that gets likened to a cross between a “mutant” and a “tank”. MUTANK’s music hearkens back to vintage Suicidal Tendencies, D.R.I., or the more metal moments of the Dayglo Abortions or SNFU.” – Georgia Straight

“Killer drumming, awesome bass hooks, great rhythm & furious sounding vocals. It’s a statement of intent from Mutank. That they are not to be underestimated & written off as just another ‘thrash throwback’.” – Games, Brains & A Headbanging Life

“They have a lot of thrashing songs that have abbreviated titles, and they kick some serious ass with their old school music and hardcore attitude.” – The Headbanging Moose

“Mutank have gotten creative with each song on the album, by coming up acronyms to fit the title of the album, they describe their sound as a “T-rex skateboarding down a volcano”. If your a fan of old school Overkill, Megadeath or Exodus or if you just want a fast and thrash album check it out” – Canadian Beats

“Fast riffs, Heavy tempos crazy yelling.. its got all you’ve asked for. A mix of Suicidal Tendencies Punk/Thrash debut, Nuclear Assault fast moshing killer speed assault…a great funny and entertaining mini album for all beer drinkers fans of Tankard and ready to get into the moshpit 100/100.” – The Metal Mag

“grab you battlejack, studs and spandex trousers and feel like you are back in 1985.” – Lords of Metal

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0 STRIKER Forced To Cancel Remaining Dates On “Shredding North America Tour” w/ Seven Kingdoms, Lutharo

  • November 27, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Striker

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Montreal, QC – November 27, 2024

STRIKER Forced To Cancel Remaining Dates On “Shredding North America Tour” w/ Seven Kingdoms, Lutharo

+ New Music Video “Live To Fight Another Day”

Seventh Studio Album “ULTRAPOWER” Out Now!

Produced by Josh Schroeder (Lorna Shore, Tallah, King 810)

Clockwise – L-R – Dan Cleary – Vocals, John Simon Fallon – Guitar, Pete Klassen – Bass, Tim Brown – Guitar
Photo Credit: Dana Zuk

Due to irreversible damage to their tour van while on their “Shredding North America Tour” with Seven Kingdoms and Lutharo, Canadian heavy metal champions STRIKER are sad to announce they will be unable to continue to perform the remainder of their scheduled show dates.

“As you may have heard, on our night drive to Portland we drove over a large rock that rolled onto the road as we turned a corner on Highway 101. Everyone was unharmed but our van took irreparable damage and has been written off completely. Unfortunately, due to time and logistical constraints, we will not be able to continue the tour.

We’d like to thank Seven Kingdoms, Lutharo, and Continental Booking for their understanding and wish them luck on the rest of the tour!” – STRIKER

Shredding North America – Seven Kingdoms, Striker, Lutharo, Osyron ​
# = w/ Osyron
Nov 27 – The Black Cat – Saskatoon, SK #
Nov 28 – Sidestage – Winnipeg, MB #
Nov 30 – Reggie’s – Chicago, IL
Dec 1 – Sanctuary – Detroit, MI
Dec 3 – Meadows – Brooklyn, NY
Dec 4 – Metro – Baltimore, MD
Dec 5 – Hangar 1819 – Greensboro, NC
Dec 6 – The Masquerade – Atlanta, GA
Dec 7 – The Orpheum – Tampa, FL
Dec 8 – Conduit – Orlando, FL

STRIKER was on tour to support their latest album “ULTRAPOWER” produced by Josh Schroeder (Lorna Shore, Tallah, King 810). The seventh full-length from STRIKER follows their Juno Award-winning self-released record “Play to Win” (2018) unleashed on their label Record Breaking Records.

With the band writing material since 2018, “ULTRAPOWER” is a collection of Striker tinkering and exploring new avenues. From the album’s opening track “Circle of Evil”, a Malmsteen-esque metal banger about secret societies and the evil dealings behind closed doors to their previously released single “BEST of the BEST of the BEST” serving up some big riffs and hockey arena vocals to “Blood Magic”, which might be one of Striker‘s most progressive songs, taking cues from bands like King Diamond, with its unconventional structure and punctuated guitar solos. From the band delving into their obsession for late 80s AOR and pop rock with “City Calling”, an ode to 1987, and bands like Toto and Kenny Loggins with their hook-powered albums. To fans experiencing the band’s first attempt at a synth-wave track with “Live To Fight Another Day”, this new offering sees Striker making a shredding love letter to the hard-rocking era of guilty pleasures.

The band comments on the album:

“Starting with the album cover, we wanted the artwork to represent how we feel as a band right now. We are an engine that is fired up and ready to roll. We’re made of metal and our circuits gleam! The album itself is an amalgamation of 5 years of writing and exploring music. With influences from AOR to Speed Metal, Hardcore to Hair Metal, Steely Dan to Deathcore, you name it, it made its way into the album. In the end with the help of Josh Schroeder’s guiding hand, we melted it all together to present something uniquely Striker. Lyrically we’ve stuck to the Striker tradition of writing montage songs for movies that don’t exist, songs about our spiraling serfdom, and lyrics about the evils that lurk in the shadows.”

“ULTRAPOWER” was released on February 2nd, 2024, and is available at https://www.striker-metal.com/shop/ (CD, Vinyl, Digital)

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3SnIshu

Music Videos:

Live To Fight Another Day – https://youtu.be/BR2zXgqwpWw

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Suck To Suck – https://youtu.be/oJcw1EY_D1w

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Give It All – https://youtu.be/jRKsJp49Lwc

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Best of the Best of the Best – https://youtu.be/0oX9LFx2szs

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More info: Striker-metal.com​

About: Blending classic heavy metal, hard rock, and 80’s hair metal, Striker has been making shredtacular anthems since 2007. The band has toured multiple times across Europe and North America along with festival appearances at 70,000 Tons of Metal, Bang Your Head Festival (Germany), and more to add to the almost 1000 shows performed in their decade-plus career. The band has been honoured with multiple Best Album awards in their home country of Canada from the JUNO Awards, Western Canadian Music Awards, and the Edmonton Music Awards. Since their inception, Striker has released seven studio albums Eyes in the Night (2010, Iron Kodex), Armed to The Teeth (2012, Napalm), City of Gold (2014, Napalm), Stand in the Fire (2016, Record Breaking), Striker (2017, Record Breaking), Play to Win (2018, Record Breaking), Ultrapower (2024, Record Breaking).

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“If you liked the last three albums (as much as I did), Ultrapower will equally satisfy. I know this one will be in my top 10 albums of the year. 8.5/10″ – Bravewords

“All in all, Striker’s Ultrapower may be their finest album to date. Their traditional, “keep it true,” heavy metal has never been more fresh, creative, and versatile, and so also, breathing new life into this classic genre. Easily recommended. 5/5″ – Dangerdog Music Reviews

““Ultrapower” is quite frankly a magnificent album. It has a feel good 80’s movie soundtrack aura about it with the spirit of artists such as John Farnham and Stan Bush standing tall alongside pure 80’s metal throwback. If you love 80’s rock and metal then this album is going to have you grinning from ear to ear. I think I’m gonna be grinning for days after several listens. Some fans of Striker’s more speed metal inclined sound may find this album a bit jarring but I can safely say it is the best album they have done and they have released some corkers. For the pure joy it has given me, this album is going to be hard to top in 2024 and we are still in the early part of the year.” – The Razor’s Edge

“Striker are more-than-ready to show us all the power of heavy music with Ultrapower, and I’m sure you’ll enjoy the ride with one of the best (of the best of the best) bands of the current Canadian landscape.” The Headbanging Moose

“an album that is bold, daring and as mentioned shows a band that are not afraid of fusing styles of music together… there are simply to many high quality songs on this album that simply blows me away. This is a polished, highly refined album with top quality production! 9/10” – The NWOTHM

“I really like the diversity in this album. 4/5” – KNAC

“I’m giving this one an 8 of 10 “Flaming Fists”. You can tell there’s a lot of work put into the album, they don’t half-ass anything. The production was good, it’s really hard to make amazing Arena-style rock without a decent budget, but they did a solid job…. if you liked the late 80’s and early 90’s bands you’ll really dig this. Overall, I’m really happy and thankful for this band continuing to do what they do.” – Rock Rage Radio

“The heavy, power, and traditional melodic metal landscape is in great shape thanks to bands like Striker producing high quality songwriting year after year. These Canadians continue to explore horizons while still maintaining the endearing qualities that helped put them on the map in the first place since the late 2000’s. Ultrapower is the seventh full-length studio record, and probably their most varied attack to date – incorporating everything from speed/thrash to AOR and old Wild West vibes. ” – Dead Rhetoric

“Striker’s execution and sense of humor makes for an enjoyable ride.” – Heavy Music HQ

“How do you say when bowling when you clear all the pins with a throw? It is a strike! STRIKER has achieved a great strike with their album „ Ultrapower “. All songs on this album are real hits! Each song has its own character and rocks what it takes. It is a wonderful homage to the 80 ’ years. I would say: The STRIKER engine is in full swing!” – Metal-Heads.de

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0 Montreal’s TUMBLEWEED DEALER Drags Bluesy Desert Rock Into The Swamp With New Album “Dark Green” Out February 2025

  • November 27, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Tumbleweed Dealer

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Montreal, QC – November 27, 2024

Montreal’s TUMBLEWEED DEALER Drags Bluesy Desert Rock Into The Swamp With New Album “Dark Green” Out February 2025

L-R – Jean-Baptiste Joubaud – Synths & Programming, Seb Painchaud – Bass & Guitars, Angelo Fata – Drums & Percussions

Photo Credit – PAULINE DELABORDE PHOTOGRAPHIE​

Montreal, Canada’s Tumbleweed Dealer, the enigmatic musical project led by Sebastien Painchaud, is set to make a triumphant return with their highly anticipated fourth studio album, “Dark Green”. After an eight-year hiatus, the band is ready to unveil their most ambitious and genre-defying work to date, scheduled for release on February 7, 2025. “Dark Green” represents a significant evolution in Tumbleweed Dealer’s sound, pushing the boundaries of their bluesy, desert-rock roots into uncharted territories. They comment on this evolution:

“Our first 2 albums created the color palette with which we paint. The third album showed that these colors can paint very different pictures. We didn’t need to be a stoner/psychedelic rock to still sound like us. On this latest album, we took all these different directions and pushed our music even further. We streamlined it into a unique experience that still maintained the original spirit of the band’s sound.”

The album’s artwork, revealed today, captures the essence of the “Dark Green” experience. This visual representation sets the stage for the album’s themes of nature, introspection, and the blurring lines between reality and imagination.

To give fans a taste of what’s to come, Tumbleweed Dealer has released a tantalizing teaser for “Dark Green.” This brief audio-visual snippet offers a glimpse into the lush, atmospheric soundscapes and intricate compositions that await listeners. Fans can expect an intricate blend of blues, math rock, post-rock, and various other influences, all woven together into a cohesive and immersive musical tapestry. It is recommended for fans of Camel, Toe, and Opeth.

Album Teaser – https://youtu.be/3jSdSTm_CWA​

Track Listing:​
1. A Distant Figure In The Fog (2:52)
2. Sparks Adrift In The Louisiana Nightsky (3:39)
3. A Plant That Thinks It’s Human (3:34)
4. Becoming One With The Bayou (3:19)
5. Dragged Across The Wetlands (2:56)
6. Dark Green (4:48)
7. Ghosts Dressed In Weeds (5:31)
8. Moss On The Mind (3:13)
9. Body Of The Bog (6:34)
10. A Soul Made Of Sludge (3:49)

Album Recording Credits:​
• All songs performed by: Tumbleweed Dealer
• All songs written by: Tumbleweed Dealer
• Produced by: Jean-Baptiste Joubaud
• Mixed by: Jean-Baptiste Joubaud
• Mastered by: Harris Newman
• Album Artwork by: Glenn Le Calvez

Album Band Line Up:​
Seb Painchaud – Bass & Guitars
Angelo Fata – Drums & Percussions
Jean-Baptiste Joubaud – Synths & Programming

Guest Musicians:​
Antoine Baril – Mellotron, Hammond Organ & Keyboards on tracks 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9 & 10
Guillaume Audette – Wurlitzer, Rhodes and Church Organ on tracks 8 & 10
Jocelyn Couture – Trumpet & Flugel Horn on tracks 4, 5, 7 and 9
Loïc Roy-Turgeon – Trombone on tracks 4 and 5
Zach Strouse – Saxophone on track 6
And special guest star Ceschi Ramos as himself on track 7

More info: Facebook.com/TumbleweedDealer | X.com/westernhorror | Instagram.com/tumbleweeddealer

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0 Montreal’s MAD PARISH Unveils Epic Music Video For New Single “Loched” Off Progressive NWOTHM Concept Album “The Dust Of Forever” + Comic Book Out January 2025

  • November 27, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Mad Parish · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 27, 2024

Album Download HERE (for media use only)

Montreal’s MAD PARISH Unveils Epic Music Video For New Single “Loched”

Progressive NWOTHM Concept Album “The Dust Of Forever” + Comic Book Out January 2025

Montreal-based heavy metal outfit Mad Parish is set to captivate audiences once again with the release of their new single “Loched”, the first taste of their highly anticipated progressive NWOTHM concept album “The Dust Of Forever” slated for release in January 2025. The band comments on the track:

“The lead line in this song has many twists and turns, and the chord sequence is very dark, accentuating the tension and foreboding of Joe being hunted by the Executioner. The verses are noticeably bare, bringing focus to the vocal melody which was run through a Leslie speaker and gives a spooky inner voice feel. The chorus melody has the trademark Mad Parish singalong aspect, with an interesting use of 2 minor chords next to each other which is unconventional generally. The song is capped off with chanting gang vocals at the end of every chorus, a call and answer from the throngs of the faithful.”

Known for their unique fusion of New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) styles with progressive rock and catchy singalong melodies, Mad Parish has been a formidable force in Montreal’s heavy music scene for over a decade. “Loched” showcases the band’s evolution, offering listeners a glimpse into the expansive sonic landscape of their upcoming album.

Watch and listen to the music video for “Loched” via its presence on Bravewords HERE.

Behind The Scenes of “Loched” – https://youtu.be/bnW31w86m0w

Keyboardist Andre Bisson discusses his keyboard setup for “Loched” – https://youtu.be/Il3Tsj0ck78

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“The Dust Of Forever” marks a bold new chapter for Mad Parish. This concept album weaves an original story through a tapestry of heavy metal, following the journey of Joe, an immortal protagonist caught in a universe-threatening cataclysm. The album promises to transport listeners to another realm, with layered sounds and textures that reveal new aspects with each listen. Fans can look forward to an immersive album experience later this year, complete with a companion comic book and plans for a visually stunning live show featuring costumes, set pieces, and special effects. It is recommended for those who enjoy Iron Maiden, Virgin Steele, and Camel.

“The Dust Of Forever” is due out on January 31, 2025, and will be available digitally plus CD and Vinyl along with a limited edition comic book via their Bandcamp at https://madparish1.bandcamp.com.

Album Teaser – https://youtu.be/OvwWRctCSSc​

Comic Book Cover – The Experience Hunter Chronicles

Comic Book Credits:​
Story – Josh McConnell
Artwork – Niall Skinner
Editing – Rahl Stafford
Design – Maximus Rex

Track Listing:​
1. Prophecy – 1:30
2. Defecther – 4:32
3. Possess The Child – 4:45
4. Outerest In Irisius – 1:34
5. Ouen Formation – 6:35
6. Hunted – 1:51
7. Astra T.R.A.Z (Tower Reformatory Asteroid Zone) – 4:42
8. Transmission #1 Dream On – 1:40
9. Resistius – 6:44
10. Aeternal – 1:44
11. An Age To Quell – 4:05
12. Transmission #2 – Will Of God – 2:04
13. Loched – 3:24
14. Cathedron Wakes – 5:37
15. Book of Rites – 1:06
16. Bishop’s Tomb – 3:32
17. Transmission #3 – Baz Raa Luum – 1:46
18. The Experience Hunter – 5:04
19. Trajectory: Tantus – 2:02
20. The Dust Of Forever – 5:11
21. Hail To The Hunter – 1:01
Album Length: 1:10:40

Album Band Line Up:​
Josh McConnell – Lead Vocals, Guitars, Bass (Track 8)
Bob Eaglesham – Guitars, Vocals, Bass (Track 18), Drums (Track 18), Keyboards (All Tracks except 8, 12, 15, 18, 19)
Andre Bisson – Keyboards (All Tracks except 1, 4, 6, 10, 12, 17, 21), Piano (Track 15)
Peter Mika – Keyboards (2nd keyboard solo on Resistius Track 9)
Patrick Latreille – Bass (All Tracks except 8, 18)
Paskal Belanger – Drums (Track 2,3,5,7,9,13,14)
Gopal Devanathan – Drums (Track 11, 16, 20)
Tony Spina – Drums (Track 12)
Jeff Louch – Piano (Track 12)

Live Band Line Up:​
Josh McConnell – Vocals
Bob Eaglesham – Guitar, Vocals
Aaron Carbray – Guitar
Andre Bisson – Keyboards
Gino Laposta – Bass
Max Rex – Drums

More Info: Madparishmetal.com | Facebook.com/madparishmetal | Instagram.com/madparishmetal | Spotify​

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“MAD PARISH threw open the flood gates with their brand of high octane Heavy Metal in the spirit of the old guard and seeing them open for Grim Reaper on a smaller stage not long ago, it is clear that a bigger space is exactly what the band needed! Loads of onstage prancing and members’ charisma gave the audience a jolt to quickly “get in the groove”! Hook laden and punchy, the songs are such that they stay in the headspace long after they’re played. “A Stitch in Crime” and “To Build a Fire” (among others) struck a chord as singer, Josh McConnell’s confidence and onstage appeal made it easy for fans to sing along. Gyrating in unison, the players playfully performed their hearts out without missing a beat, harkening back to a time when the NWOBHM was just getting into full swing!” – Ondes Chocs (Live Review 2014 opening for Skid Row in Montreal)

“Montreal’s MAD PARISH kicked off the festivities with a strong performance, harking back to the early 80`s tradition, both in terms of sound and look! Singer, Josh McConnell appeared like an untamed Heavy Metal wrestler, flaunting traditional 80`s style black spandex and belting out a vicious scream under long locks of curly hair (ala. Chuck Billy of TESTAMENT)! Meanwhile the three guitars raged behind, accompanied by a rhythmic bass and drum tempo that kept the energy high. Wasting no time in « delivering the goods », MAD PARISH certainly have synchronized their performance from headbanging in unison to dual vocal harmonies with the guitarist to including a dry ice effect that may have been a bit too thick at times. Nevertheless, the band played a flawless set with the players clearly having the time of their lives!” – Ondes Chocs (Live Review 2014 opening for Grimm Reaper in Montreal)

“Darkness Befalls This Cursed Land, Without Chains, Red Baron and the title track, just to name a few tracks from this collection of songs, will make you want to dust off old records now left in the hands of dust, a sign of a time that passes inexorably, hit to the heart by melodic solos, choruses to scream to the sky and rhythms as hard as steel, forged in the sacred temple of hard and heavy, which turn into lethal weapons in the hands of the Canadian band. A great job, absolutely to be rediscovered for lovers of old school metal.” – Iye Zine (Album – 2014 – Procession)

““Procession” is a solid album for what it is and certainly worth a listen to if you’re want an easy listen to whether you want to get into some kind of metal or maybe just progressive metal itself. It has a really good sound to it that is something that I would personally listen to casually whenever I needed something different to fill my ears, and Mad Parish is perfect for that for me. For other’s this is something you’d jam to all day every day simply because you think it is the absolute shit. But either way, “Procession” is definitely a noteworthy album to check out if you’re looking for something different and interesting.”- Headbanger Reviews (Album – 2014 – Procession)

“. A good album to turn on in the evening over a cold beer and forget about the problems” – Gloria Metalus (Album – 2014 – Procession)

Best of Montreal (Montreal Mirror) Heaviest Local Act 2009, 2010, 2011 (in the top 3)

Radio CJLO number 1 song “Stitch In Crime” for 3 months(Album – 2014 – Procession)

Heavy Metal Gems top 20 metal albums of 2014 (17 out of 20)(Album – 2014 – Procession)

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0 SHORES OF NULL Shares Live Video “My Darkest Years” From HELLFEST 2024; Full Live Video On THUNDERFLIX + New Album “The Loss of Beauty” Out Now!

  • November 27, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Shores of Null (Spikerot Records)

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Montreal, QC – November 27, 2024​

SHORES OF NULL Shares Live Video “My Darkest Years” From HELLFEST 2024

Full Live Video On THUNDERFLIX

New Album “The Loss of Beauty” Out Now!

Announcing their partnership with Thunderflix earlier this November to showcase their full live performance at this year’s Hellfest Open Air (Temple Stage) in Clisson, France, Italian melodic death-doom force Shores of Null are sharing their next clip from the festival for the song “My Darkest Years” off their latest and fourth record “The Loss of Beauty” released on Spikerot Records during March 2023.

Vocalist Davide Straccione adds:

“Hellfest was the culmination of an intense promotional cycle during which we had the privilege of taking ‘The Loss Of Beauty’ far and wide. Stepping onto that stage was an incredibly powerful experience, rewarding us for years of relentless hard work, dedication, and a deep love for what we do. We felt the energy of the crowd resonating with us, and in that moment, it truly felt like we were exactly where we were meant to be. On a personal level, it was a dream come true, and I believe I can speak for the entire band when I say it was the highlight of our career so far.”

Watch Shore of Null performing “My Darkest Years” at https://youtu.be/sRz1yFn-m9o

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The full set can be viewed on ThunderFlix, the world’s premier on-demand video streaming service dedicated exclusively to heavy metal music HERE.

Music Video for “My Darkest Years” at https://youtu.be/DUgQC52vyOY

​Previous live clip from Hellfest 2024 – “A New Death Is Born” – https://youtu.be/Zw07Pvr5BsM​

Hellfest 2024 Setlist:​
intro: Transitory
1. Destination Woe
2. The Last Flower
3. Ruins Alive
4. Quiescent
5. Darkness Won’t Take Me
6. Nothing Left To Burn
7. My Darkest Years
8. A New Death Is Born
outro: Blazing Sunlight
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Live Video Credits:
Live Sound Tech: Nikos Giagkoudakis
Video Recording: Sombrero & Co

Shores of Null‘s delivered a powerful performance at Hellfest in France this past summer as part of the band’s extensive touring in support of their new album “The Loss of Beauty”. This fourth album follows the acclaimed “Beyond The Shores (On Death And Dying)”, unanimously considered by fans and critics as one of the doom-metal gems of recent years. Both albums were recorded between 2019 and early 2020, and although “The Loss of Beauty” was initially conceived as the band’s third album, ‘Beyond The Shores’ took its place as it better reflected the doom and gloom sentiment of the ‘annus horribilis’ 2020.

Across 11 tracks (plus two bonus tracks), Shores Of Null once again submerges listeners with tempestuous and turbulent riffs. The band continues to hone its sound and take its melancholic dark metal to new heights by mastering an assorted palette of genres with inbred poignancy. The lyrics celebrate beauty in imperfection and transience and are meant to be an invitation to seek beauty in little things, especially those unexpected and ephemeral.

Dark and heavy, tinged with feelings of despair, “The Loss Of Beauty” was released on March 24th, 2023, and recommended for fans of Swallow The Sun, Borknagar, and Paradise Lost.

Music Video – The Last Flower – https://youtu.be/W_LV8-Mz8qA

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Music Video – Darkness Won’t Take Me – https://youtu.be/zjY8Wztnq-k

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Album Stream:

YouTube – https://youtu.be/vWOcwJYjhq8

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3ZckbMW

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Album order (Digital, CD, Vinyl) – https://linktr.ee/thelossofbeauty​

Track Listing:​
1. Transitory – 1:20
2. Destination Woe – 4:52
3. The Last Flower – 4:59
4. Darkness Won’t Take Me – 4:14
5. Nothing Left To Burn – 4:55
6. Old Scars – 4:23
7. The First Son – 2:17
8. A Nature In Disguise – 6:26
9. My Darkest Years – 4:56
10. Fading As One – 5:19
11. A New Death Is Born – 4:54
Album Length: 48:40
Bonus Tracks (CD and digital only)
12. Underwater Oddity – 4:18
13. Blazing Sunlight – 1:57

Shores Of Null is:
Davide Straccione – Vocals
Gabriele Giaccari – Guitars
Raffaele Colace – Guitars
Matteo Capozucca – Bass
Emiliano Cantiano – Drums

For more info: Spikerot.com | Shoresofnull.com
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About: Shores of Null stand out from their contemporaries with their ability to blend seemingly disparate elements into their sound, overwhelmingly heavy and soothing at the same time: blackened aggression stands alongside gothic-doom sections without either sounding out of place. Their music can be both melancholic yet majestic, made of chorale-like guitar textures across the instrument’s entire range, sustained by a powerful rhythmic section and punctuated by a refined mixture of clean and growled vocals, along with extensive use of pleasing vocal harmonies which have become the band’s trademark through the years.

The Rome-based metal band has been an unwavering presence within the metal underground since their musical outset in 2013, churning out three impressive records: the melodic and somber “Quiescence” (Candlelight, 2014), the darker and more complex “Black Drapes For Tomorrow” (Candlelight/Spinefarm, 2017), and finally their most ambitious work to date “Beyond The Shores (On Death And Dying)” (Spikerot Records, 2020), a 38-minute long opus which continues to prove the band’s willingness to go off the beaten path while creating their ultimate doom manifesto.

The band’s fourth album “The Loss Of Beauty”, recorded during the same sessions of “Beyond The Shores”, was released in March of 2023.

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Metal Hammer writers’ top metal albums of 2023 – Edwin McFee – #20 – Shores of Null – The Loss of Beauty

“Once again, Shores of Null continue to impress with yet another slab of high-quality doom/death that seems the quintet on an upwards trajectory. Their “Alice in Chains gone doom” recipe needs no repairing, thank you kindly, and while they’ve been around for nearly a decade, it’s still exciting to see where they go from here, because it still feels like The Loss of Beauty is hinting at even greater things to come. Add this to your overcast morning breakfast coffee moments, or your sunny afternoon chillout sessions.” – Angry Metal Guy​
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​“With The Loss of Beauty, Shores of Null have released a hot contender for my album of the year, which I can warmly recommend to every fan of melancholic metal with doom, gothic, melodic death and black metal influences! I give this masterpiece the highest grade!” – Soundmagnet Magazin​
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​“I highly recommend spending a quiet hour listening to the record with headphones.” – Powermetal.de​
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​“It is a highly entertaining set of songs that comes together well nonetheless and leads to an emotional impact upon the listener. Fans of melancholic doom metal will find a lot to like here.” – Metal Bite​
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​“with this new work, the Shores Of Null have shown all their majestic talent: The Loss Of Beauty is an album that mixes evil and joy, clarity and impurity, melodies and distortions with extreme dexterity. An album that will attract you thanks to its enchanting idyllic and romantic scores but which will make you unleash as soon as the rough and atrocious parts come into play: a record capable of transporting the interlocutor into a mystical and fairy environment but simultaneously unhealthy and distressing. Nothing to add: listen to them and I’m sure you will have yourselves confirmed everything I said!” – Metal Wave​
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​“”The Loss Of Beauty” has not lost its beautiful melodies And it is exactly this mix that SHORES OF NULL keep to the end of the album… “The Loss Of Beauty” convinces by far Stretches through its refreshing heterogeneity. Straccione’s very strong vocal performance does the rest.” – Metal.de​
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​“The Loss Of Beauty offers melancholic dark metal with a wide range of influences, from gothic metal to doom metal to melodic black/death metal. With frequent use of clean vocals and deep growls. A must for fans of Paradise Lost, Amorphis and Enslaved.” – Metalogy

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0 Gore House Prod. – Peruvian Death Metal INTESTINAL LACERATION Unleash Playthrough “Abyss of Atrocities” Off Debut Album “Chaotic Eschatological Madness”

  • November 22, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Intestinal Laceration (Gore House Porudctions) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 22, 2024

Peruvian Death Metal INTESTINAL LACERATION Unleash Playthrough “Abyss of Atrocities”

Debut Album “Chaotic Eschatological Madness” Out Now via Gore House Productions

L-R – Nestor Rossell (Guitars), Ricardo Quispe (Bass), Eduardo Vilchez (Vocals)

Photo credits: Eduardo Vilchez

Peru’s brutal death metal contingent INTESTINAL LACERATION has a new guitar and bass playthrough to unleash upon fans. The video is for their track “Abyss of Atrocities” off their latest album “Chaotic Eschatological Madness” released in 2022 from Gore House Productions.

The band adds about the track:

“This song is about a fight for the end of the world that ends with one’s autophagy reflecting itself in the narrative as a mirror, but it is oneself.”

Watch the visceral brutality via its premiere on Technical Music Review HERE.

Formed in 2009, Intestinal Laceration is for the twisted minds obsessed by the extreme, ancestral eschatology, existential cosmology, anti-Christianity, cannibalism, genetic mutation, and pathological malformations.

Conceived in the underworld of Lima, Peru, Intestinal Laceration began rehearsals where compositions of fast and rotten riffs, extreme blast beats, and overwhelmingly chaotic guttural vocals converged. Grinding the local scene over the next five years, the band unshackled their debut EP “Species of Ptrid Minds” in 2015 on Coyote Records (RU).

Their follow-up and first full-length “Chaotic Eschatological Madness” is chaotic, forceful, heavy, and gutturally raw for a brutal and pleasurable listening experience. An evolution from their EP, the album is high energy and nods to true old-school death metal with its elaborate and complex riffs.

The lyrical theme of “Chaotic Eschatological Madness” deals with the cosmological existential anguish as an answer to the absurdities of the world, searching for the true essence of nature in the phenomenological subjective experiences and cosmological knowledge, manifested in the cult of ancestral eschatologies as a symbolic cognitive cultural legacy that is shown in its original way of conceiving the universe (cosmological prefiguration). The album also talks about catastrophic natural phenomena, the regeneration of time, and the extinction of the human race as a misanthropic seed because of its self-destructive nature.

Recommended for fans of Guttural Secrete, Deeds of Flesh, Arsebreed, Gorgasm, and Defeated Sanity.

“Chaotic Eschatological Madness” was released on May 20, 2022, on Gore House Productions and is available on CD, Cassette, and Digitally at https://orcd.co/chaotic-eschatological-madness​

Track Listing:​
1. Eternal Cosmic Darkness (3: 42)
2. Embryonic Mutation of Baalcetrorus (2: 36)
3. Time Regeneration (3: 01)
4. Oniric Experience (4: 01)
5. Return To Saturn (4: 01)
6. Eruption (3: 22)
7. Abyss of Atrocities (3: 18)
8. Sacrificial Retribution (3: 43)
9. Relic of Chaos (5: 57)

More info: ​Gorehouseproductions.com​ | Instagram.com/intestinal_laceration | Facebook.com/intestinallaceration​

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0 Rockshots Records – VALLORCH Announce New Single / Video “Circle Of The Moon” Off New Album “The Circle” Out March 2025

  • November 22, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Vallorch (Rockshots Records)

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Montreal, QC – November 22, 2024

VALLORCH Announce New Single / Video “Circle Of The Moon” Off New Album “The Circle” Out March 2025

Vallorch is back with their latest single and video, “Circle Of The Moon”, set to release today November 22, 2024. This liberating anthem invites listeners to reconnect with nature and embrace the joy of living. Inspired by Cimbrian myths, the song captures the essence of the ancient dances to the Moon God Maano, celebrating freedom and authenticity.
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The track offers a glimpse into Vallorch’s upcoming album, “The Circle” (2025), set to release in March 2025, which explores the theme of the night in all its facets—from reflection and tranquility to celebration and connection. The album combines Vallorch’s signature folk metal sound with symphonic and power metal influences, blending vibrant melodies, heavy riffs, and a touch of melancholy.
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​“The Circle” marks a significant step forward in Vallorch’s musical journey. Their debut album, “Neverfade” (2013), introduced their distinctive folk metal style characterized by lively melodies and a straightforward rhythmic approach. With “Until Our Tale Is Told” (2017), the band expanded their horizons incorporating more intricate song structures and exploring new rhythmic patterns. Now, with “The Circle”, Vallorch has distilled the essence of their sound, crafting an album that is both polished and emotionally resonant. It balances the simplicity and catchiness of “Neverfade” with the ambitious arrangements of “Until Our Tale Is Told” creating a cohesive and mature work that showcases the band’s evolution.
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The band’s current sound can be described as flowing, ecstatic, vibrant, grandiose, and gleaming. Influenced by Nightwish, Eluveitie, Alestorm, Epica, and Wind Rose, Vallorch seamlessly blends the energy of folk metal with the grandeur of symphonic and power metal. Their music stands out for its dynamic interplay of epic choruses, intricate melodies, and anthemic atmospheres.
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Don’t miss “Circle Of The Moon” and its video—a powerful preview of the epic journey awaiting listeners in “The Circle”. This single is not just a song; it’s an invitation to celebrate life, embrace authenticity, and join Vallorch in their most accomplished chapter yet.
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​LISTEN: https://lnk.to/lURizi​

VIDEO: https://youtu.be/IlyLrROKUQU

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ABOUT:​
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​VALLORCH was born in December 2010, when Marco Munari (NewSun), Matteo Patuelli (Alzhagoth), and Massimo Benetazzo came up with the idea right after attending a concert together. Inspired by the energy and spirit of the event, they decided to form their own band, and the name VALLORCH—taken from a small Cimbrian village on the Cansiglio plateau—was quickly chosen as a tribute to their cultural roots.

For the first year, VALLORCH experimented with different sounds and musicians, searching for the right lineup. By January 2012, the group solidified with the addition of vocalist/flutist Sara, vocalist/bassist Leonardo Dalla Via, multi-instrumentalist Andrea ‘Demetrio’ Rampin (playing tin whistle, bagpipes, accordion), and violinist Francesco Salviato. This seven-member ensemble debuted live in March 2012, promoting their newly released EP Stories of North. Their captivating blend of folk metal quickly gained traction, earning them recognition in the Italian scene and leading to performances at events like Fosch Fest, where they opened for major bands.

However, the summer of 2012 brought changes. Violinist Francesco parted ways with the band, and Martina Mezzalira took his place. Around the same time, VALLORCH signed a record deal with Moonlight Records and entered the studio to work on their first full-length album. Released in 2013, Neverfade was met with critical and fan acclaim, blending fast-paced, melodic jigs with guttural and clean vocals, alongside powerful death metal riffs. This success landed them performances at major international festivals like Metaldays.

2014 saw further lineup shifts. Andrea Demetrio Rampin left the band, replaced by Paolo Pesce on accordion, hurdy-gurdy, and keyboards. Meanwhile, vocalist Sara took over tin whistle and bagpipe duties. Founding member Matteo Patuelli also stepped down, making way for guitarist Mattia Buggin to join. Despite these changes, VALLORCH pressed forward, embarking on their first European tour with Artaius. They played in Germany, Czechia, France, Belgium, and Slovakia, culminating in a performance opening for Mägo de Oz at the Metal for Emergency festival.

Later that year, they returned to the studio to record their second full-length album, Until Our Tale Is Told (2015). The album reflected the band’s growing compositional maturity and led to more festival appearances and live shows over the next two years.

In 2016, Riccardo Gianni briefly joined the band as a violinist, performing at several major local festivals. However, by 2019, the band was once again at a crossroads. After a series of lineup changes and creative challenges, founding member Marco Munari decided to leave the group. The remaining members—Massimo, Sara, Leo, Mattia, and Marco—faced a difficult choice: either disband or evolve. They chose to reinvent themselves as a five-piece band.

The global restrictions from 2020 to 2022 made live performances difficult, but the band used this time to focus on writing new material. By 2023, VALLORCH returned to the stage, opening for renowned acts like Alestorm, Wind Rose, and Rhapsody Of Fire.

Now, in 2025, VALLORCH is set to release their highly anticipated new album, “The Circle”, marking a triumphant return. Reborn from the ashes of their former selves, they are ready to take the world by storm once again.

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​VallorchLine Up:​
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​Sara Tacchetto: vocals, choirs, tin whistle, bagpipe
​Leonardo Dalla Via: vocals, harsh vocals, choirs, bass, programming
​Marco Povolo: vocals, choirs, keyboards, bouzouki, programming
​Massimo Benetazzo: Drums
​Mattia Buggin: electric and acoustic guitars
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​Guests:

Serena Zucco (Adgarios): violin
​Glorya Lyr (Eard): Celtic harp in “Antermoia”

More info: ​
​​Roc​​​kshots.eu​
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​FOLLOW:​
​https://www.instagram.com/vallorch_official/​
​https://www.facebook.com/vallorch​
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0 Rockshots Records – Out Now! France’s KINGCROWN’s New Album “Nova Atlantis” + New Music Video “Utopia Metropolis”

  • November 22, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · KINGCROWN (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 22, 2024

Out Now! France’s KINGCROWN’s New Album “Nova Atlantis” + New Music Video “Utopia Metropolis”

The wait is over! Today, November 22nd, 2024, French power metal masters Kingcrown unleash their third studio album, “Nova Atlantis”. To celebrate its release day, the band is sharing their latest music video “Utopia Metropolis”. This track dives into a dystopian world where life, joy, and happiness are commodities for the rich, painting a chilling picture of division and greed.

Watch the video at https://youtu.be/eG23m2RHseM

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Produced by Simone Mularoni (DGM), “Nova Atlantis” draws from mythological and historical inspirations, focusing on the lost city of Atlantis to transport listeners to a realm of epic legends and timeless mysteries. Influenced by giants like Iron Maiden, Gamma Ray, Symphony X, and Helloween, Kingcrown blends power metal with hints of death and melodic black metal, creating a rich, resonant experience.

“Nova Atlantis” is available at https://lnk.to/GX9GNQ​

Music Video – “Real or Fantasy” – https://youtu.be/dbt9BPiK5Ug

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Music Video – “Nova Atlantis” – https://youtu.be/ud6bBacimak

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Tracklist:​
1. The Magic Stone
2. Nova Atlantis
3. Real or Fantasy
4. Guardian Angels
5. Letter to Myself
6. Judgement Day
7. A Long Way to Valhalla
8. Souls of Travelers
9. Utopia Metropolis
10. When Stars Are Aligned
11. Endless Journey

Line-up:​
Joe Amore: Vocals
Ced Legger: Guitars
Bob Saliba: Guitars
Seb Chabot: Bass Guitars
David Amore: Drums

More info: www.Rockshots.eu | https://linktr.ee/kingcrown_off​

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About:

Kingcrown is a French heavy metal band known for its powerful sound and dynamic performances. Emerging from the ashes of the band Öblivïon, Kingcrown has carved out a niche in the metal scene with their compelling albums and captivating stage presence.

Kingcrown was formed in 2018 by former members of Öblivïon, a band that had gained a significant following in the metal community. The transition from Oblivion to Kingcrown marked a new chapter, bringing with it a refined musical direction and a fresh start for the band members.

Albums​
1. Resilience (2018)
The debut album “Resilience” was released under the name Oblivion before the band transitioned to Kingcrown. This album set the stage for the band’s future, showcasing their heavy metal roots and intricate compositions.
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2. A Perfect World (2019)
“A Perfect World” was the first album released under the Kingcrown name. It featured a blend of powerful vocals, melodic guitar work, and a tight rhythm section. The album received positive reviews and helped solidify Kingcrown‘s reputation in the metal community.
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3. Wake Up Call (2022)
Continuing their momentum, Kingcrown released “Wake Up Call” in 2022. This album highlighted the band’s growth and evolution, incorporating more diverse elements into their music while retaining their signature sound.

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0 “Watch The Weather Change” The New Music Video From Progressive Collective LUNAR (ft. members from Helion Prime, Beholder, Mokili Wa) Off Fourth Studio Album “Tempora Mutantur” Out Jan 2025

  • November 22, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Lunar · Music News

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Montreal, QC – November 22, 2024

“Watch The Weather Change” The New Music Video From Progressive Collective LUNAR

ft. members Helion Prime, Beholder, Vis Mystica, Mokili Wa, Nordic Frost, Outloud, Double Vision

Fourth Studio Album “Tempora Mutantur” Out Jan 2025 via Saibot Reigns Records

Making Live Debut at Hyperspace Metal Festival 2025 (Vancouver, BC) – April 11th

Top 1st Row – Ryan Price – Bass, Alex Bosson – Drums
Middle 2nd Row – Connor McCray – Lead Guitar, Chandler Mogel – Clean Vocals
Bottom 3rd Row – Carlos Alvarez – Rhythm Guitar, Brian Lewis – Growl Vocals, Anthony Stahl – Keyboards

Progressive collective LUNAR, founded by drummer Alex Bosson (Helion Prime, Planeswalker) and Ryan Erwin who passed in 2018 and continues in his memory to present their fourth full-length “Tempora Mutantur” to follow 2023’s “The Illusionist”.

For this new record, there’s a fresh lineup to change it up from their previous one with the addition of guitarists Carlos Alvarez and Connor McCray (Vis Mystica) along with keyboardist Anthony Stahl plus album guests Wayne Ingram (Wildrun), Joe Gullace (Thank You Scientist) and Sam Vallen (Caligula’s Horse).

A collaboration of musical minds, and with anything LUNAR does; “Tempora Mutantur” is an emotional thematic listening experience with lots of ups and downs musically and lyrically dealing with the passing of time and the effects it has on us physically and mentally.

Originally the album was to be a 4 track EP with seasonal concepts, but as the cooperative wrote more and more, they decided they wanted it to be more and have some general passing of time themes as well, so they pushed forward with a full album experience.

“This album deals with something everyone can relate to and no one can escape: the passing of time. We get older, our perspective changes, and we gain some things, and lose others… sometimes the things and ones we love. And we struggle and fight along the way. This album deals with some of the highs and lows we deal with along this journey we all share. Hopefully, the fans will be able to resonate with it and find some solace and aid in their own experiences of time passing. I believe the songwriting has gotten stronger over the years. I think the songs are a bit more well-structured. But I think the overall sound of the band has remained pretty consistent over the years. The music is very “prog,” so it’s been diverse I think from day 1. Probably even more so now than it was at first.” adds Bosson.

Today, LUNAR presents its first single “Watch The Weather Change” accompanied by a music video. The closing track of the album speaks of dealing with denial and mental vacancy.

“While this is technically the last of a 3 part song on the album, I felt this song encapsulates the feeling of the album best. It has some wonderful shreddy sections on each instrument, a simpler structure with a mix of heavy elements of growl vocals, and a good catchy chorus. This was the first time we’ve ever been able to shoot an actual band footage music video overlooking a beautiful Los Angeles skyline. We shot this footage almost a year ago and I’m excited to get to share it with the world!” adds Bosson.

Watch and listen to the video for “Watch The Weather Change” at https://youtu.be/WKdnZD_DJsE

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Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4g0ita5

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Recommended for fans of Opeth, Caligula’s Horse, Haken, Tool, and Porcupine Tree, LUNAR’s fourth studio album “Tempora Mutantur” is due out January 31, 2025, from Saibot Reigns Records.

Album pre-order – http://lunarbandofficial.bandcamp.com/​

A studio project since first conceived in 2014, LUNAR will make its live debut next year at the 2025 Hyperspace Metal Festival in Vancouver, BC, Canada on April 11th. Info here.

(Album Artwork by Ed Bosson)

Track Listing:​
1. A Summer To Forget – 6:37
2. Fall Back Into Old Habits – 11:16 ft. guest guitar solo by Wayne Ingram (Wilderun)
3. Seasonal Interlude – 4:47
4. Weakening Winter Touch – 8:46
5. Spring In My Step – 7:26
6. Tempora Mutantur: Part I – Passage of Time – 3:12 ft. guest guitar solo by Sam Vallen (Caligula’s Horse)
7. Tempora Mutantur: Part II – Broken Pendulum – 3:47
8. Tempora Mutantur: Part III – Watch The Weather Change – 4:51
Album Length: 50:45

Album Credits:​
Performance and Writing credits – full info HERE.
Produced by: Alex Bosson
Mixed by: Carlos Alvarez
Mastered by: Tony Lindgren

Album Main Lineup:​
Chandler Mogel – Clean Vocals
Brian Lewis – Growl Vocals
Carlos Alvarez – Rhythm Guitar
Connor McCray – Lead Guitar
Ryan Price – Bass
Alex Bosson – Drums
Anthony Stahl – Keyboards

Live Lineup:​
Chandler Mogel – Clean Vocals
Brian Lewis – Growl Vocals
Jordan Price – Guitars
Ryan Price – Bass
Alex Bosson – Drums

For more info: Facebook.com/lunarbandofficial | Instagram.com/lunarbandofficial | X.com/LunarBandOffcl

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“It’s really well done technically by a band that clearly cares about their music and can play.” – Rock The Joint Mag (The Illusionist 2023)

“If I had one word to describe this album, it would be this one: whirlwind… “The Illusionist” is an album that is living. From its jazzy highs to its heavy metal lows, this album is constantly on its toes, never repeating itself and never, ever growing complacent. A wonderful whirlwind indeed. 9/10” – Ever Metal

“I feel like Lunar has captured the balance between accessibility and technicality very well. I hear many of the same elements in their sound that, when employed well, make bands like Dream Theater, King Crimson, Voïvod and even Sigh so engaging. I love when an album comes out of nowhere (for me, anyway) and makes this much of an impression.” – The Metal Crypt

“As I said at the start, when I heard this album I was immediately grabbed by it. The story works nicely, it is very character based and features plenty of emotions which as a listener I certainly could relate to. The music is terrific with all the players putting in excellent performances and the instrumentation used in a clever way to match all that is going on with the lead character. There are moments of heavy prog as well as metal, but melody runs through the heart of it. The fact that some of the people in the band have never met or even been in the same room together is remarkable as it sounds like everyone was on the same hymn sheet and it doesn’t sound pieced together. That is a great credit to the writing, arranging as well as all the musicians doing their parts to the benefit of the whole piece. An absolutely delightful as well as enjoyable album.” – CGCM Rock Radio

“The concept is that there are songs that are angry, songs that are confused, songs that are depressed, and everywhere in between. Styles on the album run the gambit from Progressive Metal with melodic vocals, to moments of Jazz, to cookie monster Thrash…. The musicianship is solid on all of the parts, with some excellent performances, notably vocalist Chandler Mogel… it does warrant checking out for Prog-Metal fans that like a mix of growler and melodic vocals.” – Metal Express Radio

“The Illusionist again is at the highest level of the progsphere, Bosson’s continuation of the Lunar name, honouring his co-founder and friend, through the medium of progressive metal, is an advantageous endeavour. 9/10” – Musipedia of Metal
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