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0 Rockshots Records – Out Now! LAY OF THE AUTUMN New Album “Of Love And Sorrow”

  • October 25, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Lay of The Autumn (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 25, 2024

Out Now! LAY OF THE AUTUMN New Album “Of Love And Sorrow”

Lay Of The Autumn’s debut album “Of Love And Sorrow” is now available from Rockshots Records as of October 25th, 2024.

This symphonic power metal masterpiece takes you on an emotional journey through epic melodies and melancholic atmospheres. From heartfelt ballads to energetic, fast-paced tracks, this album will surely captivate fans of the genre.

The album is available as a Digipak CD / Digital Release.

Digital Album – https://lnk.to/jR59oz​

CD – https://shop.rockshots.eu/en/home/6958-lay-of-the-autumn-of-love-and-sorrow.html​

Videos:

“After All This Time? Always” – https://youtu.be/Ho0alCHlMCA

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“Flowing Tears” – https://youtu.be/BrLCqPsIhu0

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“Si Sta Come D’Autunno Sugli Alberi Le Foglie” – https://youtu.be/JCytrnam5Lc

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“Lost In Your Eyes” – https://youtu.be/wl4Ram9KpdY

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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.

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.

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.

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 – BERIEDIR Unveils New Single “Halo” Off New Album “Liminal Spaces” Out Jan 2025

  • October 25, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Beriedir (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 25, 2024

BERIEDIR Unveils New Single “Halo” Off New Album “Liminal Spaces” Out Jan 2025

Beriedir is excited to unveil “Halo”, the first single from their forthcoming third album “Liminal Spaces” set to be released January 2025 via Rockshots Records. Following the success of their 2022 album “AQVA”, this new single marks the beginning of a bold evolution in the band’s sound.
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​“Halo” invites listeners into a mysterious world where melancholic atmospheres and introspective lyrics blend seamlessly with heavy, progressive metal. The song tells the story of a restless man, lost in a dusty study, surrounded by torn tomes and ancient manuscripts. He ventures deep into the nature of reality, driven by both science and mysticism, trying to grasp the truth just beyond his reach. The track’s intricate and immersive soundscapes set the stage for the themes explored in “Liminal Spaces” – melancholia, longing, and the search for understanding.
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The band shares:

“Halo is a song about the feeling of being almost there, yet still just out of reach. It’s the sensation of chasing the truth and losing yourself in the process. This track captures the essence of our new album, both musically and lyrically.”​
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With “Liminal Spaces”, Beriedir fully embraces a progressive and experimental sound, moving away from their power metal origins. This single will enthrall fans of Pain of Salvation, Leprous, Katatonia, and Gojira, promising a deep and reflective journey. The combination of emotional depth and technical prowess makes “Halo” a standout introduction to this exciting new era for the band.
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To accompany the single, Beriedir will also release an official music video for “Halo”, bringing the song’s haunting narrative and atmospheric visuals to life.
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Don’t miss the opportunity to dive into this new chapter of Beriedir’s story and prepare yourself to experience the first glimpse to “Liminal Spaces”.

LISTEN TO “HALO” at the following links:

Digital – https://lnk.to/ThnKRC

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Music Video – https://youtu.be/vb-QwoHrU8c

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Due out January 10, 2025, “Liminal Spaces” is available for digital pre-save at https://lnk.to/AR9Bpc​

and CD pre-order at https://shop.rockshots.eu/en/home/6970-beriedir-liminal-spaces.html

Track Listing:
1. Halo
2. Neon
3. In The Corner Of My Eyes
4. As Tight As Phantoms Hold
5. F.I.V.E.
6. More Than Starlight
7. Burnout
8. Anemoia
9. Massive
10. In The Liminal Space

Line-up:​
Stefano Nüsperli: Vocals, Keyboards
Simone Bacchi Mottin: Guitars, Backing Vocals
Francesco Ideo: Guitars
Ciro Salvi: Drums
Daniele Cantaboni: Bass Guitar

Beriedir offers a sound that, throughout their discography, spans from progressive power metal—characterized by its signature, neck-breaking choruses—to a contemporary progressive identity, delivering tight rhythms, gargantuan emotional sections, and earth-shattering, surgically precise breakdowns. This powerful musical package is wrapped in introspective themes, melancholic and nostalgic, creating a dark and enveloping aesthetic.

The band originated as a project by frontman Stefano Nüsperli and began their live career in 2015 with the release of their first demo, The Line. From that point on, they have participated in numerous musical events, such as Fosch Fest 2016, and have had the opportunity to share the stage with renowned metal acts like Korpiklaani and Pathfinder.

In 2018, they released their debut full-length album, The Path Beyond the Moon, which allowed them to reach a broader audience. Following the release of their acoustic EP, Lullabies Beyond the Moon (2020), Beriedir signed with Rockshots Records in January 2022 for the release of their second full-length, AQVA, which features Ivan Giannini (Vision Divine, Derdian) as a guest on the track Stormbound. The album received enthusiastic reviews from the press and was warmly welcomed by listeners. As a bonus track, the band released the single Send Me An Angel, a cover of the song by Vision Divine.

Following the album’s release, Beriedir performed several live shows, sharing the stage with prominent bands from both the Italian and international scenes, such as Stratovarius, ELEGY, Moonlight Haze, Trick or Treat, Strana Officina, Derdian, Crying Steel, and others.

After a period focused on live performances and production sessions—including the release of a well-received cover of Lady Gaga’s Bloody Mary in 2023—the band released Elegies From The Lighthouse, an EP featuring acoustic reinterpretations of tracks from AQVA, in September 2024. Shortly thereafter, they announced their third full-length album, Liminal Spaces, scheduled for release in January 2025, once again through Rockshots Records, and preceded by the launch of two singles.

More info: https://www.rockshots.eu | https://www.facebook.com/BeriedirOfficial | https://www.instagram.com/beriedirofficial​

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“Melodies accompanied by explosive rhythms” – Loud And Proud

“I am utterly convinced that Beriedir will begin to achieve a level of success that their obvious talent fully deserves.” – Man Of Much Metal

“Not only will Beriedir pull your face off, but they’ll do it at breakneck speed in 5/4 time. ‘Aqva’ is a fast-paced album, thrashing machine gun powered guitars do endless battle with the fanfare of keyboards which blast with all the fun of those Euro-pop power metal sound.” – The Metal Crypt

“Metaphysical lyrics […] Through the entire song I thought somehow that a whole orchestra is with the band, so these guys truly know how to play their instruments properly and make magic out of them.” – Abaddon Magazine

“The word “elegant” comes to mind to describe the atmosphere of this album. None of these songs is superfluous. The strength of this release lies in the coherence and articulation of the songs. This clever structure supports an emotional journey. It evokes gigantic waves crashing on your heads.” – Metal Express Radio

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0 BornBroken Unleashes Poetic Death/Thrash Metal Video For “Am I Invisible” + Tour Dates

  • October 24, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · BornBroken · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 24, 2024

BornBroken Unleashes Poetic Death/Thrash Metal Video For “Am I Invisible” + Tour Dates

New Album “Am I Invisible” Out Now!

L-R: Mike Marino (Bass) | Michael Decker (Vocals/Guitar) | Rob Henx (Lead Guitar) | Carlos Ojeda (Drums)

​Canada’s BornBroken recently released their third album “Am I Invisible” this past September and to keep the momentum up, they are now releasing the music video for the title track directed by Chris Kells of The Agonist. This pummeling display of death and thrash metal complements the visceral and provocative lyrics the band members work hard to craft. They share their thoughts:

“We wanted to use our music to call for unity and empathy. This album is not just a collection of songs; it’s a message, a call to action for anyone who feels unheard or unseen. We’ve always aimed to create music that tells a story, and ‘Am I Invisible’ is our most ambitious story yet. The themes of invisibility, isolation, and resilience are universal, and we wanted to convey them through powerful lyrics and compelling music.”

For BornBroken, each track brings out different emotions, from the stress and monotony captured in “7 Mondays” to the introspective nature of “Will You Remember”. Songs like “Age of Anger” address the division and intolerance we see every day. The band goes on to express gratitude to their current fans for their unwavering support and hope that the albums resonate deeply with them.

BornBroken delivers a no-nonsense, straight-up metal approach, they write what they want to write, with a personal approach and death metal roots. They pay homage to their influences and invite other metalheads along for the ride. They are recommended for fans of Slipknot, Chimaira, and Decapitated.

Watch the music video for “Am I Invisible” via its premiere on MetalInsider HERE.

The album “Am I Invisible” is available on vinyl and digitally at the following links:

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

Vinyl – https://loudtrax.com/bornbroken-am-i-invisible-vinyl-74535​

Digital Album – https://ffm.to/785376b4ad1c4c7e8b394d6c59d215c6​

YouTube Album Stream – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_n1g45sHdHIUNYMf350HdQSyBOHi3GgZ5I​

Tour Dates:

Oct 26 – Montreal, QC – Foufounes Electriques – info w/ Within the Ruins
Nov 8 – Sainte-Thérèse , QC – Le Montecristo – info – w/ Buffalo Theory, Thrash La Reine

Track Listing:​
1. Time Pays No Respect – 5:04
2. Am I Invisible – 3:54
3. Will You Remember – 4:03
4. How Strong You Are – 4:41
5. Conflicting Lies – 5:09
6. Scabs & Scars – 3:36
7. 7 Mondays – 4:00
8. Fold – 6:30
9. Age of Anger – 5:23
10. The Day I Die Inside – 5:07
Album Length: 47:31

BornBroken Album Lineup​
Mike Marino (Bass)
Michael Decker (Vocals/ All Guitars)
Carlos Ojeda (Drums)

BornBroken live and Official New Lineup​
Mike Marino (Bass)
Michael Decker (Vocals/Guitar)
Carlos Ojeda (Drums)
Rob Henx (Lead Guitar) Newest member after recording

More info: BrokenMusic.ca | Facebook.com/BornBroken | X.com/bornbroken | Instagram.com/bornbrokenofficial

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“Am I Invisible and is a sonic soiree in waiting for those who like their metal I the neighbourhood of early Machine Head, post-Roots Sepultura, Lamb of God and Fear Factory resplendent with big guitars, bigger grooves and the biggest choruses.” – Decibel Magazine​
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​“… the song (“How Strong You Are”) includes an anthemic and inspirational chorus, where the vocals rise into impassioned singing. But don’t expect music that feels like it’s seeing the world through rose-colored glasses. The music itself puts up with no excuses, but instead punches fast and damned hard. Backed by battering percussion and thundering basslines, the song includes fiery, writhing riffage and hard-slugging, high-howling hardcore fury. It does soar in the catchy chorus, but even there the vocals also rabidly snarl, and the band always return to pile-driving the listener’s neck, punctuated by some start-stop bursts of high-speed jackhammering and gruesomely growled words. On top of all that, the song includes a fluidly slithering and swirling guitar that itself spirals high, and a finale in which the vocals become truly harsh and scarring while the band inflict one last brute-force beating.” – NoCleanSinging

“Am I Invisible is an exceptional addition to BornBroken’s discography. It’s a brutal, soul-baring album that blends aggression with melody in a way that feels fresh and relevant. For fans of metal that isn’t afraid to confront its own vulnerability while maintaining a fierce edge, Am I Invisible is a must-listen. BornBroken is a band on the rise, and this album proves they are not to be ignored.” – Jace Media Music​
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​“”Am I Invisible” by BornBroken is a masterful exploration of the human experience. Its blend of aggressive metal with deeply personal themes creates an album that is both thought-provoking and sonically impressive.” – Din Intunerec​
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​“BORNBROKEN, a name to remember which risks making a lot of noise with this monstrous and devastating new album from Neo Death Thrash groove with a little touch of subtlety.” – OdyMetal​
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​“a solid slab of metal with no time for melodic interludes and once it gets on course, they do not deviate one iota. It’s this blinker on approach makes the album as strong as it is… a powerful statement of intent.- Metal Epidemic​
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​“Am I Invisible is a narrative that invites one to reflect on their own experiences. Each track, from the overwhelming stress of “7 Mondays” to the introspective nature of “Will You Remember,” is a chapter in a broader story about the highs and lows of life. BornBroken’s dedication to their craft is evident. They’ve poured their hearts into this album and it shows in the intensity of their performances and the authenticity of their lyrics. It’s an exceptional and bold exploration of the struggles we all face and is music that speaks to the heart of the human experience while delivering relentless metal energy.” – Amplify The Noise

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0 Rockshots Records – Silent Angel Announce Japan Tour Dates for November 2024!

  • October 24, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Silent Angel (Rockshots Records)

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Montreal, QC – October 24, 2024​

Silent Angel Announce Japan Tour Dates for November 2024!

The Italian/Malaysian symphonic power metal band Silent Angel is thrilled to announce the Japan leg of their Unyielding 2024 Tour. This exciting tour also celebrates the first anniversary of their debut album, Unyielding, Unrelenting, released one year ago through Rockshots Records.

The tour will kick off with a special showcase event in Kuala Lumpur on 17th November 2024 at Hangover PJ, before heading to Japan for three highly anticipated performances:

Tour Dates:

  • 17th November 2024 – Hangover PJ, Kuala Lumpur (Showcase in Malaysia)
  • 22nd November 2024 – Sengoku Daitoryo, Osaka
  • 23rd November 2024 – Club ROOTS, Gifu
  • 24th November 2024 – Nakano Moonstep, Tokyo

For this tour, Silent Angel will be fronted by Claudia Beltrame as the sole vocalist, with Eric Poon on guitars and Daus on bass. They will be supported by a session drummer for live performances. The band promises electrifying shows, delivering their signature blend of symphonic and power metal with Japanese metal influences.

Formed in 2000 and reformed in 2015, Silent Angel has garnered a strong following, and their debut album Unyielding, Unrelenting has resonated with fans around the world. Known for their powerful symphonic metal sound, this tour will offer fans the chance to experience the band’s music live as they celebrate the success of their first album.

Endorsements: The band is proudly supported by Blackstar Amps, MusicNomad Guitar Care, Mackie, Blacksmith Strings, Zoom, CK Music (Malaysia), City Music Singapore, and EMusic Instruments.

For more information about the tour and ticket details, visit:

  • ​Silent Angel Facebook​
  • ​Rockshots Records Website​

Recommended for fans of Iron Maiden, Helloween, Stratovarius, Rhapsody, and Hammerfall, Silent Angel’s “Unyielding, Unrelenting” is available from Rockshots Records.

Digital – https://lnk.to/jVsu38V1​

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

Music Video – “Against The Tides” – https://youtu.be/Vyi-CwgYq_4

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Music Video – “Tears of Celestine” – https://youtu.be/tR1dHlNnnPU

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Track Listing:​
1. Unyielding Spirit – 2:40
2. Against The Tides – 5:34
3. A Destiny In Shadows – 3:45
4. Through Selene’s Eyes – 4:30
5. Aurora’s Dream – 4:58
6. Descent Into Infinity – 3:50
7. When Dusk Meets Dawn – 3:20
8. Angel Rising – 4:07
9. Tears Of Celestine – 5:21
10. Twilight Of The Black Rose – 6:18
Album Length: 44:27

Silent Angel is:

Eric “StormBlade” Poon – Lead & Rhythm Guitars, Backing Vocals, Songwriter, Lyricist
Claudia Beltrame – Lead Vocals
Gracie Shona – Co-lead Vocals
Dauz – Bass
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​Permanent Session Musicians​
Davide Scuteri – Keyboards, Synth
PAE – Drums

Silent Angel is currently endorsed by Blackstar Amps, MusicNomad Guitar Care, Mackie, Blacksmith Strings, and Zoom and is supported by CK Music (Malaysia), City Music Singapore, and EMusic Instruments.

For more info:​
​https://www.rockshots.eu​
​https://www.facebook.com/SilentAngelBand​
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About: Originally formed in 2000, and taking over a decade-long hiatus, the band returned in 2015 with a fresh new lineup and released two EPs along with gaining support on American, Canadian, Italian, Australian, and UK radio stations. The band was also honoured with recording a track for Samsung’s Milk Music Ad Campaign, plus performing a Malaysian tour where they headlined the IDX SummerFest, which was followed by two tours of Japan.

After the Japan tours, Silent Angel returned to the studios to record their full-length album but unfortunately were struck with tragedy with the untimely passing of their bass player putting the recording on pause.

Fast forward to 2020, Silent Angel brought in multi-award-winning recording and mixing engineer, Rahmad Kamikaze as the co-producer and welcomed bassist Dauz and professional drum sessionist PAE.

Moving in 2021, the beautiful and talented Italian soprano powerhouse Claudia Beltrame joining the band lineup, and later on with Italian keyboard and synth wizard, Davide Scuteri contributing his talent to the music, we’re now poised to unleash our full length masterpiece upon the world in the very capable hands of our record label, Rockshots Records!

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“The employment of dual female singers with Claudia Beltrame (also of Degrees of Truth) and Gracie Shona gives the band depth in terms of the styles explored because of their ranges – everything from rock to metal and operatic angles touched upon, coming together to harmonize certain passages for “Through Selene’s Eyes” to add more emotional, dramatic tension that mirrors the musical components. Guitarist Eric Poon as the main songwriter drives influences like Helloween, Hammerfall, and Stratovarius to the forefront, dazzling with tasty positive chord progressions and sophisticated lead breaks that make “Against the Tides” and “Descent Into Infinity” early appealers. At certain times Silent Angel also explores 80’s classic heroes like Iron Maiden when you hear the main hooks and higher melodies of “Angel Rising”, the drumming from Pae steady with interesting power moves which line up to the energetic guitar runs.” – Dead Rhetoric

“Unyielding, Unrelenting is aimed directly at fans of female-fronted symphonic/power metal” – Metal Crypt

““Against The Tides” appropriately opens the actual series of songs. The track varies the tempo again and again, but without taking it easy for even a second. As expected, the chorus is easily accessible, and the ladies Claudia Beltrame and Gracie Shona perform a fine duet…” – Hellfire Magazin

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0 Emerging from the Ashes: EXUVIAL Set to Release Ambitious Sci-Fi Concept Album November 2024 + New Music Video “Autonomic Awakening”

  • October 24, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Exuvial · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 24, 2024

Emerging from the Ashes: EXUVIAL Set to Release Ambitious Sci-Fi Concept Album November 2024 + New Music Video “Autonomic Awakening”

L-R – Fernando del Valle III (Guitar and Backup Vocals), Ethan Walden (Vocals and Guitar), Ibrahim Jimenez (Bass), Not Pictured – Andrew Baird (Drums)
Photo Credit: Ibrahim Jimenez​
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Progressive metal outfit Exuvial is poised to make waves in the metal scene by announcing their debut concept album “The Hive Mind Chronicles Part I: Parasitica” set for release on November 22, 2024. This ambitious project marks the first installment of a planned trilogy, promising listeners an immersive journey through themes of science fiction, human nature, and our complex relationship with AI and technology.

The band’s lyrical content draws inspiration from various sources, including iconic science fiction films like Contact, Alien, and The Matrix, as well as video games such as Metroid. These influences have shaped Exuvial’s unique approach to storytelling, exploring themes of extraterrestrial intelligence, existential dilemmas, and the limits of human understanding. The band comments on what’s in store:

“We love concept albums, so we approached this project with intentionality, carefully considering which elements could be reintroduced in various forms to tie it all together. Additionally, we aimed to blend elements of progressive metal, black metal, and technical death metal, allowing the songs to dynamically ramp up or down. This approach lets the parts breathe, giving each musical passage the space to develop fully and resonate. By doing so, we create an ebb and flow within the tracks, providing intense, high-energy sections while also incorporating moments of calm and reflection. This contrast not only enhances the emotional impact of the music but also ensures that each element can be appreciated in its own right.”

Featuring 11 progressive tracks, the album includes overtures and interludes that provide moments of respite amidst the chaos. The songs are characterized by heavy compositions with a diverse array of riffs, twists, and turns. The ambitious and adventurous song structures intricately weave together to narrate the unfolding story. The music spans a dynamic spectrum, ranging from technical and djent-inspired riffs to introspective acoustic passages and everything in between.

Today, the band unveils their latest music video for the single “Autonomic Awakening”. The song marks a pivotal moment in the album’s story, offering a glimmer of hope and a chance to shift the tides of the conflict within its tale. Musically, the track aims to capture a somber yet hopeful mood, leading up to the album’s climax.

Guitarist Fernando del Valle III adds:

“Autonomic Awakening mirrors its lyrical journey with an introspective start featuring acoustic guitars and soft snare percussion, evoking beauty and contemplation. The mood shifts abruptly to a darker 5/8 passage, erupting into distortion and intense screams alongside double-picked tech death riffs.

Verses unfold with melodic double-picked guitars, alternating with breaks of beautiful clean vocal harmonies that convey the struggle against inner turmoil. The song progresses into expansive sections of big chords and locked-in grooves, showcasing a melodic guitar solo that reflects moments of clarity amidst chaos.

Evolution continues with groovy syncopated rhythms and atmospheric synths amidst odd-time signatures, followed by chunky riffs and dynamic drum fills that build to a satisfying groove. Piano and vocals enrich the composition, leading into melodic clean vocal harmonies over a groovy melodic progression, culminating in a poignant guitar solo and dual harmonies. The track concludes with gentle acoustics and piano, capturing the song’s journey through contrasting emotions.”

Watch and listen to the music video for “Autonomic Awakening” on The Circle Pit at https://youtu.be/8ZFWl4Cqt3c​

Recommended for fans of The Faceless, Obscura, and Ne Obliviscaris, “The Hive Mind Chronicles Part I: Parasitica” is due out on November 22nd, 2024, and is available for pre-order at https://silentpendulumrecords.com/collections/exuvial​

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3A8ryOQ

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Music Video – Hive Mind I: Convergent Evolution – https://youtu.be/mdzQCCXmCpI​

Music Video – Necrotic Dissolution – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkEpjzRwv54​

Music Video – Subterranean Swarm – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6etqw1BmHE​

Track Listing:​
1. Hive Mind: Overture (0:55)
2. Hive Mind I: Convergent Evolution (5:44)
3. Hive Mind II: Advent of Segmentation (7:54)
4. Hive Mind III: Neural Convolution (4:42)
5. Holometabolous (5:30)
6. Hypermanipulation 8:55)
7. Autonomic Awakening (6:46)
8. Parasitica (feat. Sanjay Kumar) 5:18)
9. Subterranean Swarm (feat. Ben Towles) (6:12)
10. Requiem for Ruin (1:06)
11. Necrotic Dissolution (feat. Ben Gassman and Kyle Chapman) (5:45)
Album Length: 58:45

More info: https://linktr.ee/exuvialmusic​

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“Their airtight, stop-on-a-dime songwriting brings to mind some of the best of what either of their peers mentioned above have accomplished during their careers. But while their sound might borrow some elements from those who came before them, Exuvial are clearly blazing their own ambitious path.” – No Clean Singing

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0 NARCOTIC WASTELAND Announces “Cemetery Slam Tour” w/ Pyrexia + SwarmFest (Tampa, FL) + New Music Video “Barbarian”

  • October 22, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Narcotic Wasteland

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Montreal, QC – October 22, 2024​

NARCOTIC WASTELAND Announces “Cemetery Slam Tour” w/ Pyrexia + SwarmFest (Tampa, FL)

New Music Video “Barbarian”

Narcotic Wasteland, fronted by ex-Nile guitarist/vocalist Dallas Toler-Wade along with drummer Joseph Howard (Fields of Elysium), Neuromorphic) and bassist Kenji Tsunami (Ontogeny), will be hitting the road with Long Island, NY old school death metallers Pyrexia for the “Cemetery Slam Tour” from November 15th to 23rd. Narcotic Wasteland will also perform at this year’s SwarmFest in Tampa Bay, FL following the tour (dates listed below).

Plus fans who purchase tickets for Austin and Houston show dates will be automatically entered in the raffle to win a Jackson guitar signed by all the bands playing. Check out the Instagram videos below.

Houston, TX – Nov 18th – https://www.instagram.com/p/DBRf47Ai0ue/​

Austin, TX – Nov 19th – https://www.instagram.com/p/DA_HMo0PCUQ/

In additional news, the trio unveiled their new music video for the single “Barbarian” this past September and will be featured on their forthcoming album “Digital Cordyceps” out on Megaforce Records (release date TBD) to follow their 2017 breakout sophomore album “Delirium Tremens”.

Dallas Toler-Wade comments on the track:

“For me, Barbarian is a prime example of me doing the thing I love and that defines me the most. Continuously striving to improve my craft as a musician and a songwriter. But also the overall message of this song. Live!!! Be free!!! Find your own path!!! Question everything!!! And also we don’t need politicians or religion to shape our moral centers. In fact, It seems they distort the truth every chance they get. This whole album cycle has seemed to have this recurring theme about the narcissistic oligarchy that we have all fallen victim to. I Dallas Toler- Wade the barbarian will fight this mockery until I leave the land of the living, and even after that, my powerful voice will echo through the halls of time!!! Because I am a barbarian!!!”

Watch the music video for “Barbarian” at https://youtu.be/E9ndVD2zzWk

Digital Single – https://orcd.co/nwbarbarian​

Pyrexia (Headliner) + Narcotic Wasteland Tour Dates:
11/15/2024 – Oklahoma City, OK – 89th Street
11/16/2024 – Fort Worth, TX – The Rail Club
11/17/2024 – San Antonio, TX – Paper Tiger
11/18/2024 – Houston, TX – BFE Rock Club
11/19/2024 – Austin, TX – The 13th Floor
11/20/2024 – Tulsa, OK – The Vanguard
11/21/2024 – Corpus Christi, TX – Boozerz Friday
11/22/2024 – Shreveport, LA – Strange Brew
11/23/2024 – Long Beach, MS – TRAX
​Narcotic Wasteland only​
11/24/2024 – Tampa, FL – Swarmfest – Brass Mug

Narcotic Wasteland is a relentless force in the metal realm, known for its infernal performances and unyielding sound. Led by former Nile guitarist Dallas Toler Wade, the band has forged an unholy covenant with legions of devoted followers, spreading chaos and devastation wherever they tread.

A face-melting experience, Narcotic Wasteland unleashes blistering guitar wails to heart-pounding drum onslaughts, with every track promising to be an infernal ritual that will leave metalheads possessed by the spirit of pure chaos. Prepare for sonic hellfire!

More info: ​Narcoticwasteland.com | ​Facebook.com/narcoticwasteland | ​Instagram.com/narcoticwastelandofficial | Twitter.com/Narco_Wasteland | Tiktok.com/@narcoticwasteland​

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“”Narcotic Wasteland dropped a caustic, pissed off new single titled “Barbarian” off their forthcoming album Digital Cordyceps. Though we don’t know too much about said album, Toler-Wade explained that the new track was essentially one big middle finger to the ruling class.” – Metal Sucks

“We’ve got the latest and greatest from drug-themed death dealers Narcotic Wasteland, the new video for “Victims of the Algorithm.” The song takes on lightning-fast and heavy riffs, in the tradition of the band, and the lyrics tackle our dependence on social media in the modern age.” – Decibel Magazine

“Narcotic Wasteland have hit us with another dark, campy gem in the form of “Sex, Lies & DNA.” The thrashy, aggressive new single is the latest from the band led by Dallas Toler-Wade of Nile fame. This track features guest vocals from Andrea_N_Black and takes on the beloved death metal fodder of true crime.” – Decibel Magazine

“Narcotic Wasteland showcases Toler-Wade’s penchant for writing killer riffs, which he did for a decade as a member of Nile, in a manner that’s reminiscent of early 1990s metal — when the lines between the “thrash” and “death” tags weren’t as rigidly defined, and everything just sounded fast and heavy as all hell.” – Denver Westword (NW Headlines Denver DeathFest 2023)

“Delirium Tremens is just pummeling, non-stop death metal that covers a ton of ground.” – Metal Injection

“More often than not, death metal bands have a tendency to stick to the familiar topics. Death, gore, killing – that sort of thing. There’s always exceptions, or bands that have a different take on the subject, but as they say, dark music demands dark themes. Narcotic Wasteland does, for one of its lyrical slants, face a slightly different (yet still suiting) take – that of addiction. Plenty of grim to still go around with such a concept, and Narcotic Wasteland hits just as hard sonically as any other death metal act to come through the pipeline.” – Dead Rhetoric

“another incredible death metal album that has the potential to end itself up on the year end top album lists.” – Metal Nexus (2017 – Delirium Tremens)

“On the track, Toler-Wade furiously rails against “expectations,” “silly rules,” and “fucking filters,” and victoriously celebrates being “totally free” with a repeated battle cry of “Let the music flow!” In case there was still any remaining doubt as to the meaning of the song, the track is as magnificently brutal an old school death metal song as you’re likely to hear this season. It gallops, it lacerates, it uses the listener’s skull as a battering ram. There can be no doubt that this truly is Toler-Wade, undiluted and free of limitations. We hope he lets this music flow for a long time to come.” – Metal Sucks (single Return to the Underground off 2017 album Delirium Tremens)

“Narcotic Wasteland have released a fantastic album in ‘Delirium Tremens’. It is not easy to thrust the listener consistently into an aural landscape orchestrated by the band and make them stay put for the entire length of the album. Narcotic Wasteland does it brilliantly as they take you through the nightmarish journey of Delirium Tremens.” – Metal Wani (2017 – Delirium Tremens)

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0 Rockshots Records – Finnish Thrashers MUTANT BLAST New Lyric Video “Alone in the Wasteland” Off New Album “Soulsteeler”

  • October 18, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Mutant Blast

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Montreal, QC – October 18, 2024

Finnish Thrashers MUTANT BLAST New Lyric Video “Alone in the Wasteland” Off New Album “Soulsteeler”

Welcome to the wasteland! “Alone in the Wasteland” is the latest lyric video from Finnish thrashers Mutant Blast‘s new album “Soulsteeler” released this past September on Rockshots Records. This grooving and hard-hitting track is set in a post-apocalyptic world, capturing the struggle for survival in a harsh, unforgiving environment. The song combines thrashing riffs, tight grooves, and powerful vocals, delivering a high-energy experience for all metalheads out there!

“This song is set in a post-apocalyptic world and is about surviving in such a harsh environment.” adds the band.

Watch and listen to “Alone in the Wasteland” at https://youtu.be/5JUZdVevVm0

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Mutant Blast‘s new album “Soulsteeler” features a mix of slightly older, re-arranged tracks alongside new compositions, the album has been meticulously crafted over 1.5 years with utmost dedication. The band’s sound is characterized as ‘Metal thrashing death’n’roll – and heavy! This defining style is evident throughout the album, featuring powerful riffs, good melodies, and strong songwriting aimed at engaging listeners.

“We put a lot of effort into making the album as good as possible. We hope that as many fans of heavier music as possible will find the band and get to hear the end result!” says Toni Huhtiniemi (Guitar & Backup Vocals).
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​Mutant Blast draws inspiration from a variety of influences including bands like Metallica, Entombed, Iron Maiden, Exodus, and Annihilator shaping a sound that blends death’n’roll, thrash metal, and heavy metal with elements of hard rock and death metal.
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​Mutant Blast invites fans of heavy music to join them on this sonic journey. With a sound that has evolved from their death’n’roll roots to encompass thrash and heavy metal, their upcoming album promises to be a testament to their growth and musical prowess.

“Soulsteeler” was released on September 6th, 2024, and available on CD at https://shop.rockshots.eu/en/home/6938-mutant-blast-soulsteeler.html​

and Spotify – https://spoti.fi/4cX3gEI

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Track Listing:​
1. Satan’s Pawn
2. Alone in the Wasteland
3. Into the Night
4. Black Mass
5. Final Day
6. Acid Rain
7. Mind Control
8. For the Sake of Humanity
9. Prowler (Iron Maiden cover)

For more info:​
​Rockshots.eu​
​https://www.facebook.com/mutantblastband​

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

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0 Rockshots Records – Out Now! UK’s Chrysalïd New Album “Breaking The Chains” ft. Guests Tim “Ripper” Owens, Zak Stevens and more! + New Lyric Video For Title Track

  • October 18, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Chrysalïd (Rockshots Records) · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 18, 2024

Out Now! UK’s Chrysalïd New Album “Breaking The Chains” + New Lyric Video For Title Track

Album Guests Tim “Ripper” Owens, Zak Stevensm, Fabio Lione, Henning Basse and more!

Rockshots Records is excited to unleash “Breaking The Chains”, the brand-new album from Northern England powerhouse Chrysalïd.

For the album’s release day, the band has unleashed a lyric video for the title track that features guest appearances by Zak Stevens (TSO, Savatage), Fabricio Rocha (Hell Bound), and Kayo John (Dark Avenger). This anthem is all about fighting for your dreams and standing tall through adversity. With epic vocals, crushing riffs, and a message of resilience, it’s a must-listen for metalheads everywhere.

Watch and listen to lyric video for “Break The Chains” at https://youtu.be/fEDoJVy5VKE​
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Founded in 1999 by the talented Emmanuel Thorsen, Chrysalïd‘s music is a passionate blend inspired by NWOHBM, power metal, and thrash metal. If you love a “straight to the point” attitude, that’s exactly what you’ll get from Chrysalïd. Their sound perfectly captures the energy, passion, joy, and chill of their metal roots.
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The new album “Breaking The Chains” features special guests like Tim “Ripper” Owens, Zak Stevens, Fabio Lione, and Henning Basse. This album is more than just a collection of songs; it’s a powerful message to the world about never giving up, always fighting for your dreams, and standing tall no matter how many times you fall.
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For fans of Savatage, Helloween, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, and Angra, “Breaking The Chains”, out as of October 18th, is a must-listen. Let the music of Chrysalïd ignite your spirit and fuel your passion for metal.

CD order – https://bit.ly/ChrysalïdBreakingTheChainsCD​

Spotify here.
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Video – “Eternal Flame” ft. Tim “Ripper” Owens – https://youtu.be/9iqLGYxHPWw​

Track Listing:​
1-Overture ft. Zak Stevens, Fabrichio Rocha
2-Eternal Flame ft. Tim ‘Ripper’ Owens
3-Far Beyond The Sun ft. Henning Basse
4-Into The Night ft. Lisa Skinner, Andre Tulipano, Fabio Alessandrini, Cristiano Lopes
5-The King ft. Craig Carns, Simon Robertshaw, Jase Tyler
6-Breaking The Chains ft. Zak Stevens, Fabrichio Rocha , Kayo John
7-Blackstar ft. Nick Kariotis, Jase Tyler
8-War Of Illusions ft. Fabio Lione, German Madonado, Emirhan Yler, Jase Tyler
9-Another Day ft. Jase Tyler
10-My Way Home ft. Fabio Lione, Fabrichio Rocha
11-Under The Thumb ft. Eugene Simone, Jase Tyler
12-The End Of Chapter II ft. Zak Stevens, Ariel Perchuk
13-Sleepless Nights (Bonus Track) (King Diamond cover) ft.Paul Skinner, Guilherme Peixoto

SPECIAL GUESTS CREDITS:​
VOICES:
ZAK STEVENS – OVERTURE/BREAKING THE CHAINS/THE END OF CHAPTER II
TIM RIPPER OWENS – ETERNAL FLAME
FABIO LIONE – MY WAY HOME/WAR OF ILLUSIONS
HENNING BASSE – FAR BEYOND THE SUN
CRAIG CAIRNS – THE KING
LISA SKINNER – ANOTHER DAY
ANDRE TULIPANO – ANOTHER DAY
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DRUMS:
FABIO ALESSANDRINI – INTO THE NIGHT
KAYO JOHN – BREAKING THE CHAINS
PAUL SKINNER – SLEEPLESS NIGHTS
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GUITARS:
FABRICIO ROCHA – OVERTURE/BREAKING THE CHAINS/MY WAY HOME
EUGENE SIMONE – UNDER THE THUMB (SOLO GUITARS)
CRISTIANO LOPES – INTO THE NIGHT (SOLO GUITARS)
NICK KARIOTIS – BLACKSTAR (INTRO SOLO, RHYTHM GUITARS AND FINAL SOLO)
GERMAN MALDONADO – WAR OF ILLUSIONS (RHYTHM AND LEAD GUITARS)
EMIRHAN YELER – WAR OF ILLUSIONS (CHORUSES GUITAR SOLOS)
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BASS:
SIMON ROBERTSHAW – THE KING
GUILHERME PEIXOTO – SLEEPLESS NIGHTS
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KEYBOARDS:
JASE TYLER – BLACKSTAR/ANOTHER DAY/WAR OF ILLUSIONS/THE KING
ARIEL PERCHUK – THE END OF CHAPTER II
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TAMBORINE:
JASE TYLER – UNDER THE THUMB

Chrysalïd Line Up:​
Emannuel Thorsen: Vocals
Fabricio Rocha: Lead Guitars
Ben Hurst: Rhythm Guitars
Jase Tyler: Keyboards
Wolf Deiuliis: Bass Guitars
Mark Harrison: Drums

More info: www.Rockshots.eu | https://www.facebook.com/chrysalidheavymetal | https://instagram.com/chrysalidband​

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0 MINDREAPER Unveils Epic New Video “The God I Am” In Anticipation of Upcoming Album “Withering Shine (…Into Oblivion)” Out Dec 2024

  • October 18, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Mindreaper · Music News

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Montreal, QC – October 18, 2024

German Melo-Death MINDREAPER Unveils Epic New Video “The God I Am”

New Album “Withering Shine (…Into Oblivion)” Out Dec 2024 via Death Age Records

L-R: Christian Schoenke – Bass, Marcel Schneider – Drums, Sebastian Rehbein – Lead Vocals, Manuel Nozulak – Additional Vocals, Marcel Bangert – Guitars, Keys

Fans of hard-hitting melodic death metal are in for a treat as Germany’s Mindreaper gears up to premiere their latest music video “The God I Am”. This visual spectacle serves as a powerful prelude to their highly anticipated album “Withering Shine (…Into Oblivion)” set to drop on December 2nd, 2024 via Death Age Records.

“Withering Shine (…Into Oblivion)” stands as Mindreaper‘s magnum opus, seamlessly blending traditional elements with modern symphonic touches to create a unique sonic landscape. The album promises to be a collection of eternal hymns, each track a testament to the band’s musical prowess and emotional depth.

Mindreaper takes listeners on a haunting journey through the echoes of past existences, confronting themes of transience and irrelevance. The album doesn’t shy away from societal critique, tearing open old wounds and processing the lowest socio-cultural structures while keeping an eye on potential apocalyptic dystopias.

Listeners can expect brutally snotty guitars, lung-piercing bass, and stomach-smashing percussion, all embraced by epic orchestral arrangements that avoid falling into kitsch. The varied vocals of two powerful singers add another layer of depth to the already rich soundscape.

As the band puts it, “It is not the raised index finger, but the middle finger that wields the pen and the sword!” It is recommended for fans of Carcass, Edge of Sanity, and At the Gates.

Watch and listen to the video for “The God I Am” via its premiere on TheCirclePit at https://youtu.be/5d3VbD29pPY

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Due out on December 2nd, 2024 via Death Age Records, “Withering Shine (…Into Oblivion)” will be available at the following links:

Online Store – https://www.mindreaper.de/shop/de/2-mindreaper-shop​

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

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3rmTjeL

Track Listing:​
1 – Withering Shine (… Into Oblivion)
2 – Liberty’s Fate
3 – Death T(h)rust
4 – Nocturnal Animals
5 – Desert Trails
6 – Vengeance Dawn
7 – Power Plant
8 – The God I Am
9 – Bequest for No One
10 – Black Stone Misery
11 – Final Heaven

Line Up:​
Sebastian Rehbein – Vocals
Marcel Bangert – Guitars, Keys
Christian Schoenke – Bass
Marcel Schneider – Drums
Manuel Nozulak – Additional Vocals

​Album Credits:​
Recording and Mixing: Andy Classen’s Stage One Studio
Mastering: Tue Madsen – Sheriff at Antfarm Studio
Music & Arrangement: Marcel Bangert
Lyrics: Sebastian Rehbein

More info: https://www.mindreaper.de | https://www.facebook.com/TheMindreaper | https://www.instagram.com/mindreaper_metal​

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0 Exitus Stratagem Records – Watch The Volume Explode! QUIESCENT MANTIS Share Live Video “This Is The End” + New Album “Here Comes the Swarm” Out Now!

  • October 17, 2024
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Quiescent Mantis

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Montreal, QC – October 17, 2024

Watch The Volume Explode! QUIESCENT MANTIS Share Live Video “This Is The End”

New Album “Here Comes the Swarm” Out Now! via Exitus Stratagem Records

L-R – Jordan Mckenzie (Vocals/Bass), Chris Trainor (Guitar), Johnny Mejia (Drums)

Photo Credits: Josh Martin (ProMotion LLC)

Tennessee thrashers Quiescent Mantis are unleashing their latest video capturing their primal fury live with the track “This is The End”. The video is from the band’s “Here Comes The Swarm” hometown album release show at the Karns community center on July 19th, 2024 in Knoxville, TN. Watch the video literally to the end to view their destructive madness!

Watch and listen to the video via its premiere on MetalAddicts HERE. ​

Quiescent Mantis‘ debut album “Here Comes The Swarm” was produced by Yanic Bercier (Quo Vadis, Gone In April) at WaveTransform Recording Studio and unleashed this past July on Exitus Stratagem Records. The genre-defying release blends elements of hardcore, thrash, death, and metalcore into a whirlwind of relentless aggression.

Formed during the tumultuous times of the COVID-19 lockdown, Quiescent Mantis emerged from the fusion of former scientists Chris Trainor, Jordan McKenzie, and Johnny Mejia. Previously employed by the enigmatic Sub-atomic Weight Of Acceleration Research Mechanics (S.W.A.R.M.), the trio embarked on a musical journey after inadvertently opening a doorway to the mantis homeworld during a particle collision experiment, exposing themselves to a mind-altering pheromone. Thus, the Chapter 1 demo was born in 2021.

Inspired by a love for old science fiction movies and thrash metal, Quiescent Mantis presents a unique, aggressive, groovy, heavy, and relentless sound that blends old-school metal techniques with new-school innovations. The band aims to provide listeners with a groundbreaking experience, combining elements of classic and contemporary metal in a manner never before heard. They are recommended for fans of Orbit Culture, Havok, and Power Trip.

“With this album, it truly shows not only how we come together as musicians but as storytellers. This album is all the best elements of thrash metal and science fiction horror movies put into one single package. ‘Here Comes The Swarm’ is the sound we created to release the swarm to the world.”

Album order for “Here Comes The Swarm” are available at https://www.exsrmusic.com/store/p/pre-sale-quiescent-mantis-here-come-the-swarm​

Music Video – “Primal Form of Aggression” – https://youtu.be/IIYyMydy8sM​

Digital (Spotify) – https://linktr.ee/QuiescentMantis​

Show Dates:​
Nov 2- Knoxville, TN – ‘Fall Recovery Bike Rally’ at Bootlegger Harley-Davidson Stage

Track Listing:
​1. Open The Gates – 3:40
2. Here Comes The Swarm – 3:22
3. Apex Predator – 3:19
4. P.R.E.Y. – 4:06
5. Shake The Cage – 5:10
6. Breed. Feed. Repeat. – 3:30
7. Primal Form of Aggression – 3:52
8. Killer Bee, Killed – 2:34
9. Fight! – 3:32
10. This Is The End! – 2:38
Album Length: 35:48

Quiescent Mantis is:
Chris Trainor – Guitarist / Backup Vocals
Jordan Mckenzie – Bass and Vocals
Johnny Mejia – Drums

More info: Exsrmusic.com | Facebook.com/QuiescentMantis | Instagram.com/quiescent_mantis

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“Loaded with battle vests, beer, baldness and breakdowns, Quiescent Mantis have delivered a highly entertaining four minutes into the conversation (Primal Aggression Music Video).” – Decibel Magazine​
​“With its aggressive riffs, its rhythms implacable and his stimulating lyrics inspired as much by science fiction as of recent experiences, Here Comes The Swarm delivers a good punch in the face! This album brings together All the best elements of thrash metal and it should appeal to fans of Orbit Culture, Power Trip, Havok and Pantera! 4.5/5” – Metallian Magazine​
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​“QUIESCENT MANTIS does a great job, delivers strong performance and is also well positioned in terms of craftsmanship.” – PowerMetal.de”The trio takes thrash metal and punches in hardcore and death metal for a release complete with constant twists.” – Heavy Music Headquarters​
​“An album to seek out if a fun and engaging trip into an extreme metal meets thrash metal type of universe is a prospect that intrigues you.” – The Viking in the Wilderness​
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​“Biting down on a stick the trio then get anvil heavy with groove laden title track “Here Comes The Swarm“, an intense tune with a cool bass solo and the kind of vocal brutality that might make you think this was another band entirely. Dirty, dirge laden riffs dredge the lake in search of corpses and the result is a headbangable mosh pit filler than is absolutely delicious.” – Metal Noise​
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​“Here Comes the Swarm is a testament to Quiescent Mantis’ ability to turn an extraordinary backstory into a powerful metal experience. The album’s intricate blend of aggressive sounds and thematic depth makes it a standout release in the metal genre.” – Amplify The Noise ​
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​“‘Primal Form of Aggression’ thrives on an exquisite use of the mid-range power chords in the opening riff. Then, the trio force a hardcore beatdown crunch on the listener like vigilantes cleaning the hoodlums off their streets. Dimebag Darrell’s DNA is all over these chunky guitar constructs. The spaced-out breakdown at the end is a generous gift for a live audience to appreciate.” – Scream Blast Repeat​
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​“It’s a fun ride from QUIESCENT MANTIS and even the awkward parts are pretty easy to overlook. I’ll bet this band is a neck-wrecker live!” – Wormwood Chronicles

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