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0 SUPER MONSTER PARTY Spawns New Single “Blue Hurricane” For Sonic the Hedgehog’s 33rd Birthday Off Forthcoming Album “Rage Quit” Out Nov 2024

  • October 1, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Super Monster Party

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Montreal, QC – October 1, 2024

SUPER MONSTER PARTY Spawns New Single “Blue Hurricane” For Sonic the Hedgehog’s 33rd Birthday

New Album “Rage Quit” Out Nov 2024

L-R – Andy Alvarez (Guitar), Rei Sega (Vocals), Emilio Martinez (Bass)

Photo Credit: David Venegas

SUPER MONSTER PARTY is a band for all video game nerds, jump’n’run enthusiasts, metalheads, 90s kids, weirdos, and everyone in between – a metal band that’s all about video games, singing from the heroes or villains introspective point of view. And: They also have their own, free-to-play, old school nostalgia-inspired 2D jump’n’run game – ‘Permadeath’ (available at https://www.supermonsterparty.com) – with a soundtrack consisting of the instrumentals of their own powerful tracks.

Long story short: SUPER MONSTER PARTY’s music sounds like what your dearest classic video games would sound like if they’d grown up with you during the last decades, while the lyrics take you on a captivating journey into the mind of your favorite gaming protagonists, good guys, and bad guys. The band’s music as well as their game transport the recipient into the world of Permadeath, a colorful blend of classic 16-bit pixelated video game world replicas, which you as “The Hero/Champion” have to conquer, while the soundtrack ties the whole experience together and sucks you into SUPER MONSTER PARTY’s unique universe.

In lead up to the release of their new album “Rage Quit” on November 11th, 2024, SUPER MONSTER PARTY are dropping their new video single “Blue Hurricane” just in time for Sonic the Hedgehog’s 33rd birthday – as a tribute to the speedy blue spiny mammal. The soundtrack of the beloved jump’n’run game ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ undoubtedly has a special place in a lot of gamer hearts but “Blue Hurricane” serves as an outstanding example of what the game could sound like when fully leaning into the little hedgehog’s fierce badassness.

How much damage per second can SUPER MONSTER PARTY do? Lead guitarist Oleh Andrievsky has certainly trained his fine motor skills to a level of perfection, contributing his genius long distance from Ukraine. His lively turbo guitar riffs resemble the fast-paced gameplay of Sonic and the lyrics of “Blue Hurricane” take you back to those moments in your childhood when you had to stay home sick and would just play video games all day and diving into these little pixelated dimensions made everything suck a little bit less. Except of course when you encountered the evil scientist Dr. Robotnik and were faced with the responsibility of preventing the Eggman from taking over the world. Whatever you’re doing while hearing “Blue Hurricane” – you will fondly see the tree tops of Green Hill as well as the Final Zone reappearing before your mind’s eye. And: This track will surely light your ass on fire and push you to finally achieve that super hard Sonic speedrun you have been fantasizing about since your childhood, instead of ragequitting the game for the 666th time.

“Blue Hurricane” is a critical hit that will surely snatch a high score of gamer hearts. There is no doubt that by the end of this summer, every SUPER MONSTER PARTY fan will know the game plan: “And together the whole world will sing – GO SONIC GO!”

Music Video – https://youtu.be/TGmrl3Pk8Iw

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3zEpX38

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Rocking together since 2020, SUPER MONSTER PARTY have already gathered a lot of XP, having a bunch of achievements under their belt, such as four released albums: Permadeath (2020), SideQuest (2021), Game Genie (2023), and Up, Up, Down, Die (2023). The band is the concept of singer/songwriter Rei Sega and features notable members Emilio Martinez (Yngwie Malmsteen) on bass, Fern Lemus (Lions at the Gate) on the drums, Andy Alvarez (Irras One) on rhythm guitar, and Oleh Andrievsky as lead guitarist.

Their intense, melodic, catchy, and heavy sound shows influences of The Misfits, Rhapsody, Slipknot, NOFX, and Van Halen. The variety of different influences and genres, worshiped by the band, means that they are able to find the right metal sound for all game themes – each video game universe is authentically set to music, while the skills of the masterful musical chameleon that is SUPER MONSTER PARTY cannot be pinned down to one genre. No two songs sound the same, but one thing is for sure – they all rock hard.

On their upcoming album “Rage Quit”, SUPER MONSTER PARTY is telling an immersive story that will allow us to dive even deeper into the world of Permadeath. With narrational interludes between every track, they create a bond between the most beloved video games of their childhood and their music, providing a mesmerizing adventurous experience for the listeners. The new album also features Ty Christian aka Fang VonWrathenstein (Lords of the Trident) as a guest vocalist on “One Wing Angel”, as well as Denver Cooper (Vicious Rumors) guitar skills on a solo for “This Is Doom”, and Hugo Lee as guest saxophone on “Dance Dance Revolution”.

SUPER MONSTER PARTY really go all the way to deliver delicious easter eggs to their fans: a co-op with martial arts icon Daniel Pesina and fellow Mortal Kombat actor Anthony Marquez for the music video of Test Your Might or providing guest appearances by Angry Video Game Nerd James Rolfe and Glenn Fricker in This Is Doom!. Every one of this band’s music videos offers a special little nerdy treat, while serving as homages to the retro games they address. SUPER MONSTER PARTY’s music videos are something you don’t wanna miss!

Music Video – This Is Doom! – https://youtu.be/t335H0p9vTQ​

Music Video – Test Your Might – https://youtu.be/hl9biyqu3qk​

Music Video- Dance Dance Revolution (Till The Death) – https://youtu.be/pN2_MbSZg3k​

Due out on November 11th, 2024, “Rage Quit” is available for album pre-order at https://supermonsterparty.bandcamp.com/album/rage-quit​

Track Listing:​
1. Welcome to Permadeath (Intro) – 0:57
2. Altered Beast – 3:14
3. Boomerangs & Magic Swords (Interlude)- 1:07
4. Upon The TriForce – 4:38
5. Demonology 101 (Interlude) – 1:22
6. This is Doom! – 3:05
7. One Last Life (Interlude) – 1:12
8. Another Castle – 4:18
9. Get Over Here! (Interlude) – 0:56
10. Test Your Might – 3:34
11. Hey! Mr. Eggman (Interlude) – 0:47
12. Blue Hurricane – 2:54
13. Killed by a Crow (Interlude) – 1:10
14. It’s Resident Evil – 4:02
15. All Secrets No Deaths (Interlude) – 0:50
16. Castlevania – 3:49
17. Don’t Stop The Beat (Interlude) – 1:00
18. Dance Dance Revolution (Till the Death) – 3:58
19. Eat Dirt You Atrocities (Interlude) – 1:19
20. Earthworm Jim – 2:38
21. Cassidy is Gone (Interlude) -1:13
22. Maximum Carnage – 2:32
23. Gates of Permadeath (Interlude) – 1:28
24. One Winged Angel – Featuring Ty Christian (Lords of The Trident) – 4:09
25. Game Over (Finale) – 1:06

More Info:

​http://www.supermonsterparty.com

​https://www.facebook.com/people/Super-Monster-Party/61561209445950/​

​https://www.instagram.com/supermonsterparty/​

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0 Out Now! CHAIN CODE’s Spacey, Progressive Debut Album “Synthetic Outcomes”

  • October 1, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Chain Code · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 1, 2024

Out Now! CHAIN CODE’s Spacey, Progressive Debut Album “Synthetic Outcomes”

“Synthetic Outcomes” Out Oct 1st, 2024

Chain Code, the progressive rock project from Milwaukee, USA, is now officially reeling their debut album, “Synthetic Outcomes”, which will hurtle listeners through time and space as they go on a sonic journey through a dystopian future where technology has overtaken humanity, blending complex melodies, dissonant chords, and thought-provoking lyrics into a cohesive and immersive experience. Mastermind MuRphry shares his thoughts on the album:

“I am pleased to finally unleash this labor of love. I started this project in 2022 and manically wrote two albums, fixated on creating paranoid yet beautiful progressive rock to express my enjoyment of dystopian science fiction that sees humanity losing its very essence to machines. The initial point musically was to have Adrian Belew join Voivod in my bizarro musical mind. I encourage any weirdo to put on a set of headphones and take a trip to our future with the chaotic elegance that is Chain Code!”

Each track on the concept album offers a unique perspective on the overarching theme of the consequences of humanity’s overreliance on technology. From the frantic energy of the opening track “Human(kind of)” to the haunting beauty of “In Line” Chain Code masterfully balances chaos and harmony, creating a sound that is both challenging and rewarding.

“Synthetic Outcomes” invites listeners to immerse themselves in a world where technology has the upper hand, but the future is still uncertain. It is recommended for fans of progressive rock, sci-fi themes, King Crimson, and Talking Heads.

Listen to “Synthetic Outcomes” at the following links:

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Bandcamp – https://chaincode.bandcamp.com/album/synthetic-outcomes​

YouTube – https://bit.ly/3zG4hn8

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Track Listing:​
1. Human(kind of) (8:12)
2. A New Face (4:42)
3. They’re NOT Mad Scientists (4:16)
4. Unlearn (6:18)
5. My Buddy (3:54)
6. Inadequate (4:27)
7. Junk Piles and Their Lonely Owners (5:16)
8. Reaching Out (7:02)
9. In Line (8:00)

More info: Facebook.com/ChainCodeBand

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“the new track (In Line) is a bold musical statement with one foot in modern progressive technical musical prowess, but with eye on the class and lyricism of the distant past greats of the genre.” – Ghost Cult Magazine​
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​“Progressive rock fans, get ready to be captivated by the latest offering from Chain Code, a unique and complex solo project led by the enigmatic MuRphry who channels his love for prog rock and sci-fi into a potent sonic experience… ‘A New Face’ is a short, yet windy, frantic, and complex song that is as unpredictable as it is catchy.” – The ProgSpace​
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​“If System of the Down and Primus had a child, that child would sound like the debut single “A New Face” from Chain Code… With a unique blend of melody, dissonance, and intricately stringed arrangements, Chain Code is set to spin progressive rock on its head not only with their debut single but also with their debut album Synthetic Outcomes” – Amplify The Noise

“As debut albums come, Synthetic Outcomes is quite exceptional… Keep an eye open for this captivating artist, and beware of our computer overlords that are just around the corner waiting to take over for good.” – Disagreemeent.nl​
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​“US band Chain Code are out with the album “Synthetic Outcomes”, and progressive metal is the style explored on this production. That being said, a lot of the heart and the soul of this band appears to revolve around aesthetics from the 1970s, and then from more expressive bands from the progressive rock tradition back then. With plenty of references to King Crimson, possibly also Gentle Giant, and if you know about a band from that era that played around with avantgarde tendencies and whimsical attitudes there’s a good chance that you’ll encounter references in that line too. With a bit of a theatrical display in the vocals department to boot, and some of the flamboyant aspects from the symphonic progressive rock tradition added as a bit of a subtle seasoning. But the band have chosen to explore those landscapes in a metal guise. An understated one at that, but still with metal rather than prog as the expression and orientation of choice. An album to seek out if the idea of exploring expressive 1970s progressive rock in a metal guise strikes you as an appealing proposition.” – Progressor

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0 Rockshots Records – Out Now! WARLOCK A.D. New Album “Book II: The Valley of Vâgené” + New Music Video “Rothgar Warsong”

  • September 28, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Warlock A.D. (Rockshots Records)

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Montreal, QC – September 27, 2024

Out Now! Fantasy Metal WARLOCK A.D. New Album “Book II: The Valley of Vâgené”

+ New Music Video “Rothgar Warsong”

The time has come! Warlock A.D.‘s Sophomore album “Book II: The Valley of Vâgené” is now available as of September 27th from Rockshots Records. Over two years in the making, this entry into the WarlocK A.D. saga is bigger, thicker, and more powerful than anything they have brought you before!

Set directly after the events of “Book I: The Reserrection”, the album begins with Whiteacre The Mighty Warlock stranded in A Strange New World – powerless and alone. With the help of the Elven Prince Quinn Eilianther, Horatus the Mushroom Wizard and Ahriman Cullblade the Shadow assassin, Whiteacre the Nomad begins the long quest to The Valley of Vâgené – said to be the home of a gateway to the vast infinite multiverse. Danger awaits the brave heroes however, for Brittanni is ruled by the tyrannical Dwarf Emperor Thorumm III who seeks The Valley for his own nefarious purposes. The prophesied coming of a stranger to the land of Brittanni has awakened the gateway – and the race to the multiverse has begun…

The album is 12 tracks of interwoven musical storytelling implementing motifs, themes, and callbacks. From the sweeping orchestral movements of “The Golden Showers of Prestønia” to the frantic folk metal flavorings of “Rothgar Warsong”, the album combines the sound and styles of various iterations of orchestra-led melodic metal – culminating in what feels like a fully-fledged D&D style epic told through the medium of a Heavy Metal Musical.

The land of Brittanni holds many secrets, and not everything is as it seems…

The quest to The Valley of Vâgené continues with “Rothgar Warsong” on all digital platforms and with a brand new video!!
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​LISTEN: https://lnk.to/z1HYgl​

VIDEO: https://youtu.be/JPrpwfxr0oI

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“Rothgar Warsong” is a song that tells the tale of our heroes as they find themselves at the mercy of a tribe of Half-orc barbarians – led by the titular Rothgar Warsong. The track is heavily inspired by modern folk metal acts such as Feuerschwanz and Turisas and is the only track on the album to utilize more folk instruments (bagpipes, mandolin, hurdy-gurdy) than traditional orchestral instruments. With dialogue and ambient sound, a sense of adventurous storytelling is created as Whiteacre the Nomad steps up to defend Prince Quinn against the wishes of Rothgar Warsong; and despite the duel culminating in defeat, all is not lost – for the Human Resistance of Brittanni rides in at the last second to save our heroes!

For Fans of Feuerschwanz, Turisas, and Wind Rose.

Album order – https://bit.ly/WarlocKAD​

Track Listing:​
1. A Strange New World (That is not My Own)
2. The Valley of Vâgené
3. Nanum Imperium
4. The Golden Showers of Prestønia
5. By the Path of the Exiled
6. Rothgar Warsong
7. As One, We Stand!
8. Ancient Dragon of Storms Flüffir Mighty Guardian of Valley (Techno Wyrmhole)
9. The Sacred Spears of Brittanni
10. Stormbreather
11. The Sword of Cühm
12. The Rising Flames of the Eternal Golden Empire Rise

Band Members:
Cal Whittaker (As Whiteacre the Nomad) – Lead Vocals, Orchestral Composition/Programming
Michael Farmer (As Quinn Eilianther the Elven Prince) – Vocals, Bass Guitars
John Smith (As Horatus the Mushroom Wizard) – Backing Harsh Vocals, Guitars
Dan Cole (As Ahriman Cullblade the Shadow Assassin) – Programming, Guitars
Emperor Thorumm III – Phantom Drums
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Additional Artists/Voice Cast:
Klara Wiliams – Æliána the Eternal (narrator)
Scot Evans – Rothgar Warsong AND Björnulfr the Beast-Slayer (voice)
Dani Bentham – Uriña the Siren (Voice and Singing)
Jade Marris – The Heavy Metal Battle Wench (Voice and singing)
Anna Rose – The Goddess Vâgené (Voice)
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Credits:
Artwork by Ryvene James Dela Cruz
Band Photography/Videography by Hannah Price
Production by Cal Whittaker

More info: www.Rockshots.eu | https://www.theworldofwarlockad.co.uk​

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“it’s all about the banter, and their infectious sense of fun carries them through, and indeed us with them.” – Evermetal

“The fusion of theatricality, fantasy, and musical talent makes Warlock AD a standout act in the symphonic rock scene.” – Metal Planet Music

“Warlock A.D. play some legitimately decent heavy metal which is thoroughly enjoyable, but their live performances are truly something to behold.” – Metal Underground

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0 Canadian Thrash Gods TRISKELYON Unleash New Video “Hellbound Hellions” Off Masterful 3rd Album “Shattered Elysium” Out Now!

  • September 27, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Triskelyon

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Montreal, QC – September 27, 2024​

Canadian Thrash Gods TRISKELYON Unleash New Video “Hellbound Hellions” Off Masterful 3rd Album “Shattered Elysium” Out Now!

Third Album “Shattered Elysium” Out Sept 27th, 2024 via Moribund Records

Canadian thrash metal Gods Triskelyon will be delivering stainless steel fury on their highly anticipated third album, “Shattered Elysium” this coming September 27th from Moribund Records to follow”Artificial Insanity,” (2023) and “Downfall” (2022).

For the album’s release day, Triskelyon is sharing their new music video for the track “Hellbound Hellions” at https://youtu.be/YAjz0C-R_P4

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Band founder Geoff Waye adds:

“I want to extend a massive thank you to everyone who has supported the 3rd Triskelyon album, Shattered Elysium—especially our incredible guests who added their unique energy to the album. Your contributions helped elevate this project to another level. A big shoutout as well to Michael Small for his incredible work mixing and mastering the music, bringing our vision to life with raw power. A special thanks to Odin and Moribund Records for believing in the vision and making this release possible. Your backing means everything. And to every single person who’s pre-ordered, saved, or shared Shattered Elysium—you are a part of the lifeblood of this music. Your support fuels our collective drive, and we all can’t wait for you to experience the full force of this album. As a celebration of today’s release, we’re thrilled to drop the music video for “Hellbound Hellions”—a crushing track about ghostly legions rising from the dead for revenge. Check it out and prepare for the onslaught!”

With their lethal third strike, Triskelyon’s band leader Geoff Waye once again drafted some of the finest emissaries of the Canadian Metal scene. Enlisting the vocal talents of guests Amanda Kiernan (Into Eternity, The Order of Chaos), Eric Forrest (E-Force, ex-VoiVod), Tiina Teal (Détente), Amanda Jackman (Category VI), Armin Kamal (Infrared), Dale Drew (Sea Dogs), Fíochmhar (Artach), and Des Mason & Pete Healey, this album detonates as a pure and true thrash metal masterpiece. It features a unique style and refreshing variations full of thrashing classics! Traditional yet intricate thrash drum duties are exceptionally executed by Raul Marques (Burning Torment), while Dwayne Pike, Keith Jackman (Category VI), Rick White, and Darrin Pope are conscripted on bass.

“Shattered Elysium” runs the gamut from pure 80’s thrash and speed Metal to classic power Metal, and traditional metal, and even includes some brutal death-thrashers. It attains an impressive new milestone in classic thrash metal, with far-reaching appeal across all heavy metal sub-genres. “Shattered Elysium” truly resurrects the glory days of the 1980s, while maintaining a fresh and modern sound!

In keeping with Triskelyon‘s tradition of closing their albums with an iconic cover, this release delivers a thunderous metal rendition of Duran Duran’s mega-hit “Hungry Like the Wolf.” This powerful transformation is destined to become a radio sensation and ignite a storm of social media buzz!

“Shattered Elysium” is now available as of September 27, 2024, from Moribund Records at the following links:

Album order – https://www.moribundcult.com/product/DEAD327.html​

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3MZR37M

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Music Video – “Eternal Conflict”– https://youtu.be/KsBHw5cQnFI​

Track Listing:​
1. Beyond Shattered Elysium (Intro) (0:56)
2. Endgame Euphoria (3:52)
3. Anarchy Avenue (5:00)
4. Hellbound Hellions (4:52)
5. Sealed Hypocrisy (4:28)
6. Under His Eye (5:14)
7. Eternal Conflict (4:42)
8. The Battle for Monte Cassino (4:00)
9. Phantom Serenade (6:04)
10. Whispers from the Shadows (4:39)
11. Hungry Like the Wolf (Duran Duran cover) (3:26)
Album Length: 47:16

Follow TRISKELYON:
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Follow Moribund Records:
​Moribund Website | Facebook | Instagram | Bandcamp​

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“It’s refreshing, for once, to discover a thrash band that aren’t geared towards utter devastation but, rather, crafting a record that an audience can simply put on and vibe to. With more than forty-five minutes to work with, the band still stuck to their guns and applied songwriting that saw every minute feel earned and needed for what their performance entailed.” – The Razor’s Edge

“Waye has shown he can write in any metal style and the guys he got together to perform are world class. The production is pretty big too so, if you like Megadeth, Agent Steel, Exodus, Overkill, etc. then there will be something on here that you like. Me? I liked it all! Hopefully, Canadian metal will be taken a bit more seriously with this release.” – My Global Mind

“classical Thrash Metal tracks and many 80s vibes.” – Metal-Temple

“Heavy, pounding, in-your-face, power metal-laced thrash” – Metal Crypt

“A who’s who of musicians in the Canadian Thrash scene! Riffs and soloing are nothing short of fantastic!” – MetalNoise

“Powerful at the right point but also epic, with sharp and anthemic vocal parts” MetalHead.it

“Power-Thrash equipped with murderous riffs on a technically first-class level with changeable exciting vocal variability.” – FFM-Rock

“Minimal filler and maximum melody!” – Heavy Music HQ

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0 Rockshots Records – LAY OF THE AUTUMN New Single “After All This Time? Always” Off Upcoming Album “Of Love And Sorrow” Out Oct 2024

  • September 27, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Lay of The Autumn (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – September 27, 2024

LAY OF THE AUTUMN New Single “After All This Time? Always”

New Album “Of Love And Sorrow” Out Oct 2024

Rockshots Records and Lay Of The Autumn is excited to announce the release of their third single, “After All This Time? Always” from their highly anticipated album “Of Love And Sorrow” due out on October 25th, 2024.

Lay Of The Autumn is a new Symphonic Power Metal band led by Davide Scuteri (Ravenword, Choirs Of Veritas) featuring Iryna Boyarkina (ERIA, Mysterya), Michele Olmi (Chronosfear, Embrace Of Souls), Cesare Ferrari and Davide Lovecchio. Their debut album, featuring 10 emotionally charged tracks, merges the intensity of Power Metal with the grandeur of Symphonic Metal creating a deeply evocative listening experience.
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Each track on the album has been meticulously crafted to deliver an epic and melodic experience reminiscent of the golden era of bands like Sonata Arctica, Stratovarius, and Nightwish. With influences spanning Power Metal, Symphonic Metal, Melodic Death Metal, and cinematic Soundtracks, the album offers a rich and diverse sonic landscape, highlighted by fast keyboard and guitar solos, catchy choruses, and stunning melodies.
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​“After All This Time? Always” inspired by “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows PT2”, with a title symbolizing the sacrifice of eternal love. This song is an incredible lovely and fully orchestrated ballad where the voice of Iryna ERIA Boyarkina is majestic and unbelievable. Like the other two singles, this one completely stands for its beauty in a way that is uniquely Lay Of The Autumn.
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The album, mixed and mastered by Ettore Rigotti (Disarmonia Mundi) at The Metal House Studios, ensures a flawless sound that captures the melancholic and powerful essence of the band. Lay Of The Autumn offers a fresh yet familiar energy for fans of Symphonic and Power Metal, making this album a must-listen for anyone who values music that resonates deeply with the soul and stirs profound emotions.
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The band invites all fans and metal enthusiasts to join them on this musical journey through the seasons of life, where they explore and celebrate both the light and the darkness.

Listen to “After All This Time? Always” at the following links:
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​Digital – https://lnk.to/I7qfeF​
​Video – https://youtu.be/Ho0alCHlMCA

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“Of Love And Sorrow” album will be available as a Digipak CD / Digital Release from October 25th!

ALBUM PRE ORDER – https://bit.ly/lotacd​

Track Listing:​
1 – When It Rains – 2:27
2 – Flowing Tears – 5:52
3 – Lost In Your Eyes – 5:51
4 – After All This Time? Always – 5:44
5 – Thrown Away – 5:53
6 – Undergo Deconstruction – 5:55
7 – Love You To Death – 6:20
8 – Si Sta Come D’Autunno Sugli Alberi Le Foglie – 5:02
9 – Of Love And Sorrow – 5:59
10 – Who Is To Blame – 5:39
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​Album Credits (music, cover/art, production)​
Lay Of The Autumn are:
Iryna ERIA Boyarkina – Vocals
Davide Scuteri – Keyboards / Composer
Cesare Ferrari – Bass Guitar
Davide Lovecchio – Guitars
Michele Olmi: Drums
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Additional musicians
Andrea Gambaro – Growl Vocals in “Thrown Away” and “Of Love And Sorrow”
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Album recorded at Davide Scuteri Music Studios
All music and lyrics by Davide Scuteri
All arrangements by Davide Scuteri and Lay Of The Autumn
Voice and back volcals recorded by Iryna ERIA Boyarkina at Ivan Boyarkin studios
Growl voice recorded by Andrea Gambaro at Andrea Gambaro Studios
The album has been mixed and mastered by Ettore Rigotti at Ettore Rigotti Studios
Instrumental track “Si Sta Come D’Autunno Sugli Alberi Le Foglie” mixed and mastered by Simone Mularoni at Domination Studios
Cover artwork, logo and layout by Mattias Norén – http://www.progart.com
Photos by Flarescape – http://www.flarescape.com

More info: ​
​Rockshots.eu
​https://www.facebook.com/layoftheautumnofficial​
​https://www.instagram.com/layoftheautumnband​

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0 Rockshots Records – EMBRYO New Single / Video “The Rise To Self-Demise” + Vinyl Edition of “A Vivid Shade On Misery” Available for Pre-Order!

  • September 27, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Embryo (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – September 27, 2023

EMBRYO New Single / Video “The Rise To Self-Demise” + Vinyl Edition of “A Vivid Shade On Misery” Available for Pre-Order!

One year after their last release, Embryo are back with a completely renewed line-up and a brand-new single called “The Rise To Self-Demise” that marks a new chapter in their career. The band comments:
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​“We are really excited to share with you some new stuff, the first song released with the new line-up! Musically and lyrically, the song is the conclusion of the concept included in “A Vivid Shade On Misery” showing the last days of Caravaggio’s life and some reflections about them and about the choices he made until then. We can’t wait to play it live and see how the metalheads will react. Horns and volume up and enjoy!”​
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This new single represents an evolution in the band’s sound, staying true to their unique death metal sound and approach but with a fresh energy brought by the new line-up.

VIDEO: https://youtu.be/VZ23C3mTcWo

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​LISTEN: https://lnk.to/tVBoAm​
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Additionally, on November 29th, 2024, the long-awaited vinyl release of their critically acclaimed album “A Vivid Shade On Misery” which featured the legendary George Kollias (Nile) on drums. Tracks like “Pride”, “Highest Frame” and “Darkest Lights” were highly praised by both fans and critics, solidifying Embryo’s place among the most innovative bands in the metal scene. The vinyl version will be issued on 250 copies, 150 on vinyl total black and the others 100 copies on red vinyl.

PRE-ORDER: https://embryo.lnk.to/vinyls​

Stay tuned to Embryo’s official channels for upcoming releases and live dates. Embryo’s return is here, more intense than ever!

EMBRYO is:

Roberto Pasolini: Vocals
​Eugenio Sambasile: Guitars
​Simone Solla: Keyboards
​Alex Zannoni: Bass guitar
​Michele Soglia: Drums

For more info:​
​https://www.rockshots.eu​
​http://www.embryo-online.com​
​https://www.facebook.com/EMBRYO.DeathMetal​
​https://www.instagram.com/embryo_official​
​https://www.twitter.com/EMBRYOmetalband​

About: After a couple of self-produced works and a first album (“Chaotic Age”) Embryo found its sound and recorded “No God Slave” (2010) with producer Simone Mularoni. The album received very good reviews and led the band to play new gigs in Switzerland, Germany, and Italy and be part of Kung Fu Factory’s Supremacy MMA videogame soundtrack with 2 songs. In 2014 Embryo first recorded a promo at Atomic Stuff Studio with Oscar Burato, then, in May, the band recorded the new self-titled cd at Domination Studio with Simone Mularoni. During the summer they played the main stage at Masters of Rock in the Czech Republic and Total Metal Festival in Italy. In October Embryo signed a deal with logic(il)logic Records for the release of the album and the reissue of “No God Slave” with some bonus tracks. In December the band made a little tour in Eastern Europe. The new album “Embryo” came out on the 10th of February 2015. The album received great reviews worldwide and Embryo started a European tour in May with Melechesh, Keep of Kalessin, and Tribulation. After a great show at MetalFest in the Czech Republic in July, the band joined Nile and Suffocation for the second part of their European tour in September. In 2016 the band has been part of the second leg of the “What Should Not Be Unearthed” Nile tour with Melechesh and Mithridatic. Embryo finished the recordings of the new album in January at Domination Studios again with guru Simone Mularoni. The band played at the 2017 edition of MetalFest in the Czech Republic on Sunday, June 4th, and signed a deal with Art Gates Records for the release of the 4th studio album “A Step Beyond Divinity” which came out on the 27th of October 2017 in Spain and the 24th of November 2017 in the rest of the world. The album has been enthusiastically reviewed entering the 2017 best albums of the year charts in various webzines all over the world. In November 2019 the band joined “The Last Atonement European tour” supporting Immolation, Ragnarok, and Monuments of Misanthropy for all the shows. In December the band released a free download digital EP including the new song Misguided legacy and three live songs taken from a live show of the band. In 2020 the famous drummer George Kollias (Nile) joined Embryo in the writing of the new album. The band entered again Domination Studio in July 2021 to record the brand new fifth album “A Vivid Shade On Misery”, released in early 2023 on Rockshots Records.

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0 TZIMANI Rock Out A “Haunting” New Single Off Upcoming Album Out “I Feel Fine” Out November 2024

  • September 27, 2024
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  • · Music News · Tzimani

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Montreal, QC – September 27, 2024

TZIMANI Rock Out A “Haunting” New Single Off Upcoming Album Out “I Feel Fine” Out November 2024

New Album “I Feel Fine” Out Nov 15th via Glory or Death Records (Vinyl) & Noize Cartel (Digital)

L-R – Eddie Vazquez – Guitars, Bass, Synthesizers, Vox – Seb Vazquez – Drums,
Photo Credit: Chris Mcfly

Breaking out with their self-titled debut EP in 2018, San Diego, USA’s Eddie and Seb Vazquez brother duo that makes Tzimani are excited to announce their first full-length album entitled “I Feel Fine” set for release this coming November 15th on Glory or Death Records (Vinyl) and Noize Cartel (Digital).

Picking up right where the 2018 EP dropped off, “I Feel Fine” features the same elements of catchy hooks, clean rhythms, and dynamic vocal lines. However, there are bits of deviation when it comes to injecting new elements. Fans will hear an added synthesizer for some of the tracks, an exploration into AOR rock, and some expressions of today’s modern music scene for this collection of eight songs of their finest hour adds.

Drummer Sebastien Vazquez comments:

“You know those albums that you listen to over and over again and you just know when the first song hits your sense of familiarity, nostalgia, warmth, and comfort? That is what we are trying to encapsulate. The album is straightforward heavy metal mixed with modern elements with a dash of AOR and we feel it is the best representation to show everyone what we are capable of. We are also trying to represent the future of the band and give everyone an entry into some of the larger questions that we struggle with and how we choose to represent that with our songwriting. We are not the type of band that is capable of singing about stories, dragons, and swords, but we excel at writing tunes that people can genuinely relate to and connect with.”

Releasing the album’s first single “We Stand and Fight” this past July, Tzimani, is unveiling its next preview to the record with the track “Haunting”, a song about toxic relationships and people having the courage to walk away from them. The song is infused with a driving synth-heavy pulse that not only carries the mid-tempo piece with elegance and eloquence it also pieces it all together with a melancholy timbre. It is one of Tzimani’s favorite songs to play and it really opens the dynamic capabilities of the band and what they can achieve sonically.

“This is the next song we are releasing to genuinely hype the release of the record and we feel that it is the most dynamic piece we have ever released given the nature of the added synthesizer part alongside a melancholic atmosphere. It still has all the parts that make the song a Tzimani tune with a heartbeating rhythmic riff with layers of change all throughout the piece. The drums and how they accompany the overall orchestration of the arrangement do a good job of providing energy during all of the key moments of the song as it transitions from verse to chorus to solo break, to solo. It has been a live staple for us for a couple of years now and we are eager to see the response of how folks receive it. For us, we wanted to put together a mid-tempo song that kept things fresh and we really think we were able to do that with Haunting.” adds Sebastien Vazquez.

Rebuilding the momentum that was lost during the pandemic years, Tzimani is hitting the ground with a renewed vigor and sense of excitement to bring their music and live performance to places to those familiar with them and beyond and recapture the support of all the fans they left hanging over the last five years to let them know that they are back full force.
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The fearless gruesome twosome of Tzimani is recommended for fans of Van Halen, Striker, Traveler, Skull Fist, and Cauldron.

The new single “Haunting” can be heard at the following links:

YouTube – https://youtu.be/0NB9XxLAABs

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3zEhywv

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Due out on November 15th, 2024, Tzimani‘s new album “I Feel Fine” is available for pre-order on Vinyl and digitally at the following links:

Vinyl – https://www.gloryordeathrecords.com/​

Digital – http://tzimani.bandcamp.com/​

Previous single – “We Stand and Fight” – https://youtu.be/8yneRSyOlHY​

Track Listing:​
1. We Stand and Fight (4:30)
2. Breaker (3:28)
3. Hold On (4:31)
4. Haunting (3:59)
5. Endless Road (5:24)
6. Bleeding Life (3:29)
7. Empty (3:27)
8. I Feel Fine (4:56)
Album Length: 33:45

More info: https://www.facebook.com/tzimaniofficial | https://www.instagram.com/tzimani_official​

About: Formed in 2017, Tzimani hit the ground running with their debut demo and a relentless West Coast and Southwest tour, winning over fans with electrifying performances in cities like Portland, Seattle, and Texas. Their 2018 self-titled EP, released via Noize Cartel Records, became a launching pad that propelled them into the national spotlight. With over 100 shows across North America and standout appearances at major festivals, the band quickly built a reputation as a live act not to be missed.

Drawing from legendary influences like Iron Maiden, Van Halen, and Mötley Crüe, Tzimani’s music is a bold fusion of melodic AOR and the raw power of old-school heavy metal. With twin-guitar leads, soaring solos, and thunderous drumming, their sound is equal parts grit and glory. Eddie’s vocals, reminiscent of Dio, along with his fierce guitar work, channel the spirit of classic rock while still pushing forward into new sonic territory.

After their 2020 expanded re-release of the EP, Tzimani faced an unexpected pause as the world shut down. But through the stillness, the brothers’ creativity simmered, building anticipation for their next big move. Now, with their first full-length “I Feel Fine” (Out Nov 2024), they’re stepping into uncharted territory by incorporating synthesizers to deepen their sound, adding a dynamic, atmospheric layer that brings new emotion and energy to their music.

Tzimani’s partnership with Glory or Death Records marks the beginning of a fresh journey. With their signature blend of melody and muscle, the band is primed to reach a broader audience and reignite their momentum on stages across the country. The stage is set, the wheels are turning again, and Tzimani is ready to reclaim their place as a force in the rock and metal scene.

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“Typically, when promo proclaims that a band represents a “bold new take” on a traditional, well-trod style, you can expect the same: yet another forgettable “revitalization” of a sound and aesthetic that has been done to death, reanimated, and then slaughtered by copycats once more. In the case of Tzimani, the status quo is effectively put in its place.” – Sleeping Village

“Electrifying pace sets ‘We Are The Ones’ on fire, hurtling along at full velocity, displaying all the hallmarks associated with the “foot on the monitor” style of traditional heavy metal. Hitting hard like an out of control wrecking ball” – Frenzy Fire / Metal Gods TV

” refreshing heavy rock 8/10″ – SoundMagnet (German)

” This two piece hailing from San Diego shredded their way through their set. Straight up heavy metal brothers rocking their way across North America. Eddie can really play the guitar. Each song they played were full of mean riffs and ripping solos.” – Metal As Medicine (Live Review – 2019 – Kelowna, BC)

” They surprised us all when vocalist/guitarist Eddie Vazquez announced that they were the only other band on the bill. It was their best time to shine. Kudos to you Vazquez brothers!… Tzimani set up shop, and made that stage their biatch! Soon enough they began playing songs that were not included in their demo such as “Overdrive,” and dished out their hits “Final Hour” and “Get Me Out Of Here” which are available on their demo. These bros emitted a tremendous confidence and were still glowing from their recent inaugural American tour.” – Ugh Metal (Live Review – 2017 – San Diego, CA)

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0 Out Now! Ophidian Memory Unleashes New Melodic Death Album “Carrion Lord”

  • September 27, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News

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Montreal, QC – September 27, 2024

Ophidian Memory Unleashes New Melodic Death Album “Carrion Lord”

Melodic death metal project Ophidian Memory, the brainchild of Blake Lamoureux, is set to release its latest album “Carrion Lord” on September 27th, 2024. Ophidian Memory, hailing from Des Moines, USA, is known for its innovative approach to metal, using melodic death metal as a foundation to incorporate elements of black metal, thrash, progressive metal, and metalcore. “Carrion Lord” continues this tradition, offering a heavier and more unrelenting sound compared to its predecessor “Our Shattered Garden”. Lamoureux comments:

“Carrion Lord is the most ambitious and brutal Ophidian Memory release to date. The lyrics portray themes of deception, sacrifice, undreamt horror, and war. Musically the death and black metal notches have been turned all the way up, while the progressive notch has been turned down greatly until late in the album, giving a reprieve to the listener for a slight moment until the record ultimately closes with a ripping epic finishing track.”

The album is best experienced as a front-to-back listening journey, with each track offering a unique blend of subgenres that keeps the listener engaged throughout. Lyrically, “Carrion Lord” delves deeper into the fictional universe of “Existence”, a dark fantasy epic created by Lamoureux that has become the cornerstone of Ophidian Memory‘s conceptual approach.

On this album, Ophidian Memory has moved away from the progressive metal feel, choosing to take on a darker and heavier tone which reflects the brutal narrative this time around. Expect lots of unhinged vocals, riffs for days, and oppressive drums. For those who love extreme metal of all decades, in the vein of The Black Dahlia Murder, Behemoth, and Blood Red Throne, this one’s for you.

“Carrion Lord” is available at the following links:

Album Stream – https://youtu.be/Vf5F9SW1eA4

Bandcamp – https://ophidianmemory.bandcamp.com/​

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3BiMNxv

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Track Listing:​
1. The Mausoleum – (5:13)
2. Hunger Of Your Deceased Deity – (4:52)
3. A Jewel In Grocinia – (5:23)
4. Fleshbinding Ritual- (4:08)
5. Carrion Lord – (5:19)
6. The Murder On Warforged Soil – (6:17)
7. Hollowed – (3:50)
8. Sculptors Of Seraphic Tributes- (11:14)
9. Kept From Dust – (4:22)
10. Bloodborne – (4:40)

More Info: https://www.instagram.com/ophidianmemory/​

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0 Streaming Now! PYTHONIC Twist Together Thrash Metal And Groove On Debut EP “EP 1”

  • September 26, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Pythonic

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Montreal, QC – September 26, 2024

Streaming Now! PYTHONIC Twist Together Thrash Metal And Groove On Debut EP “EP 1”

L-R – Vincent Kohut (guitar, backing vocals), front Jayden Warriner (drums), Back Dustin Reiner (vocals), Morgan Warriner (bass, backing vocals), Ryan Hunter (guitar)
Photo by Mac Ulmer

The wait is finally over for those who have been following one of Canada’s newest thrash bands, Pythonic, as they release their debut EP “EP 1” this week on September 27th. Featuring five explosive tracks, it captures the essence of Pythonic‘s evolution over the years. From the politically charged opener “Positive Deconstruction” to the epic closing track “Epica”, the EP offers a powerful listening experience that reflects the band’s journey and growth. They comment on the release:

“Pythonic is ecstatic to finally be releasing our first set of recordings. We have been working diligently over the years to perfect our craft to bring it to the masses. What our craft can be described as we have always left that open to interpretation. All of these tracks have been circulated through our live shows enough it almost feels like releasing a greatest hits album.”

Long-time fans will recognize these tracks from the band’s live performances, now polished and perfected for a studio release. The EP showcases the core lineup of Dustin Reiner (vocals), Ryan Hunter (lead guitar), Vincent Kohut (rhythm guitar), and recent additions Jayden and Morgan Warriner on drums and bass, respectively.

“EP 1” is a testament to Pythonic‘s dedication to their craft and their refusal to be confined by sub-genre limitations. Each song is a blend of technical prowess and raw emotion, offering listeners a chance to experience the full spectrum of the band’s capabilities. It is recommended for fans of Machine Head, Trivium and Pantera.

Listen to the full stream premiere of “EP 1” via Ghost Cult Magazine HERE.

“EP 1” will be available on all digital platforms on September 27, 2024, at https://linktr.ee/pythonicband​

Track Listing:​
1. Positive Deconstruction (5:19)
2. Love H8 (4:02)
3. Pills (3:09)
4. Practise What You Preach (5:13)
5. Epica (5:00)
EP Total Length: 22:43

EP Lineup:
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Dustin Reiner – Lead Vocals and Bass
Ryan Hunter – Lead Guitar
Vincent Kohut – Rhythm Guitar and Backing Vocals
Jordan Gall Drums

Live Lineup
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Dustin Reiner – Lead Vocals
Ryan Hunter – Lead Guitar
Vincent Kohut – Rhythm Guitar and Backing Vocals
Morgan Warriner – Bass and Backing Vocals
Jayden Warriner – Drums

More info: https://www.facebook.com/pythonicband | https://instagram.com/pythonicband​

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“Pythonic comes from Canada with ‘Epica’, a track that features fast-paced guitar riffs, heavy drums and an engaging, torn vocal that delivers to listeners the essence of metal and subverts such as alternative, thrash and even melodic, being perfect to the circle and not to leave anyone standing still.” – Os Garot Os Deliverpool

“Pythonic has an EP for you. Blending Thrash with Old School Swedish Death Metal, the band manages to sound like Entombed but without losing its unique style… So if you have a few minutes of anger to drain, these guys are going to cover you!” – Metal Eclipse Reviews​
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​“Overall I’m a pretty big fan of this record. If you want something that sounds maybe like an Anthrax or a Slayer record then you really want to check this out. The most dynamic and unique part of this EP, in particular is the vocals are double-tracked and they’re very high in the mix which is something that is somewhat different than a lot of the other metal releases this year which I greatly appreciate. If you want something that has a lot of the thrash guitar element then you’re really going to want to check this out. The guitar and drum parts are fantastic, they really keep the songs very tight even though the vocals are very in your face and they’re usually the the first thing that you would notice with this kind of record but overall this is very strong.” – Brutally Delicious

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0 Streaming Now! THE WRING Release Highly Anticipated New Prog Album “Nemesis”

  • September 26, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · The Wring

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Montreal, QC – September 26, 2024

Streaming Now! THE WRING Release Highly Anticipated New Prog Album “Nemesis”

New Album “Nemesis” Out Sept 27th, 2024 via WormHoleDeath Records

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

​Canadian prog The Wring are pleased to release their much-anticipated fourth studio album “Nemesis”. 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. 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.”

“Nemesis” explores themes of conflict, both external and internal, with each song representing a different facet of the struggles we face. 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 complementing the others and often providing a steady hand while the other players head in different directions.

Enjoy “Nemesis” as a metal album, a prog album, a rock album, or even a pseudo-jazz affair; it’s all of those things. It is recommended for fans of Dream Theater, Opeth, and Porcupine Tree.

Listen to the full album stream premiere for “Nemesis” via TheProgSpace HERE.

“Nemesis” will be released on September 27, 2024, via Wormholedeath, with distribution by Aural/Orchard, it is recommended for fans of Dream Theatre, Opeth, and Porcupine Tree.

Album pre-save at https://orcd.co/nemesispre-save​

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

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

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, 2024 – The Wring – The Sword” – Prog Magazine

What the press has said about The Wring:

“Here’s one for prog dorks. This outfit’s third outing (Spectra) features drums by Marco Minnemann so you know the rhythms are mad. The regulars in the band ain’t slouches either though. This is intricate and melodic prog done well.” – Metal Injection (The Wring – Spectra – 2022)

“A band composed of top artists from the world prog scene, each of whom brings their own style to the band’s sound. Technique and energy, melodic passages, dynamic and expressive vocals and elaborate instrumental sections characterise the album. A recommended listen for all lovers of Progressive Metal sounds, an album to listen to again and again, always managing to give us positive emotions.” – Progressive Rock Journal (The Wring – Spectra – 2022)​
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​“Tired of prog metal bands who fire away odd rhythms, fast solos and complex arrangements? Half of them trying to sound like Dream Theater but all failing completely? Look no further. The Wring from Canada offers great musicians who find their own way through the prog metal jungle. I said great musicians and I really stand for that. Or how about Marco Minneman (drums), Chandler Mogel (vocals), Don Dewulf (guitars), Reggie Hache (bass, keyboards) and Isamu McGregor (keyboards)”… Sometimes they are a bit more commercial, like in the first song ”Stiletto”, reminding me a lot of Threshold. Other songs bring a bombastic wall of sound, with riffs do die for – ”The Wolf” is a great example. The early parts of ”Fallen” has some Rush vibes (of the later and more rock base Rush era) and also softer parts Mogel is a very good vocalist, and he can alter his voice a lot. Something of a voice chameleon!” – Melodic.net (The Wring – Spectra – 2022)​
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​“The opening notes of ‘Sins’ remind me of the opening salvo in Judas Priest’s ‘The Ripper’. Some of the riff structures are also reminiscent of Priest and it’s another great track.” – TheProgSpace (The Wring – Spectra – 2022)​
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​“The third album Spectra by the Canadian progressive rock project The Wring is downright infectious with its joy of playing and catchy Hard Prog Rock songs. There really is a lot of light and very little shadow here.” – Soundmagnet (The Wring – Spectra – 2022)

““Wring² Project Cipher comes with a heavy, classic rock feel, but there’s an epic, questing nature to tunes like Sorceress, Steelier and Dose that pushes The Wring beyond metal norms and into prog territory.” – Prog Magazine (The Wring – Project Cipher 2021)

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