Underground Nation Magazine Issue 21 Nightmares Before Christmas II 2024 – w/ Valfreya, Supermodel Taxidermy, APE VERMIN and more!
https://underground-nation.com/2024/12/14/summerbrutality017-2-2-2/
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Thank You Canadian MDs and DJs for the airplay love! \m/\m/
!earshot – The National Loud Chart
For the Week Ending: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
#3 Art of Attrition, #8 Atomis
https://earshot-online.com/charts/index.cfm?intChartTypeID=106&dWeekOfID=2024-09-17
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CJSR FM 88.5 – Edmonton – Loud
#6 Art of Attrition
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjsr.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2024-09-17
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CJSW Radio 90.9 FM – Calgary – Loud
#1 Atomis, #3 Art of Attrition, #6 Culled.ca, #9 The Aphelion, #10 Valfreya
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjsw.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2024-09-17
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CFUR 88.7fm – Prince George – Top 30
#14 Fen
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cfur.cfm?dWeekOfID=2024-09-17
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CJSF 90.1 FM – Burnaby – Top 30
#3 Drungi, #4 Thirteen Goats Exitus Stratagem Records, #19 Derelict, #23 Art of Attrition
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjsf.cfm?dWeekOfID=2024-09-17
Thank You Canadian MDs and DJs for the airplay love!
!earshot – The National Loud Chart
For the Week Ending: Tuesday, September 10, 2024
#2 Culled – Psycles
#4 Art of Attrition – …And It Will End Forever
https://earshot-online.com/charts/index.cfm?intChartTypeID=106&dWeekOfID=2024-09-10
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CJLO – 1690AM – Montreal – Loud
#8 Turbo – Broke & Ugly
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjlo.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2024-09-10
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CJSR FM 88.5 – Edmonton – Loud
#4 Culled
#10 Art of Attrition
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjsr.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2024-09-10
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CJSW 90.9 MHz – Calgary
Loud
#1 Culled
#2 Art of Attrition
#8 The Aphelion
#10 Valfreya – Dawn of Reckoning
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjsw.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2024-09-10
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Smithers Community Radio CICK 93.9 – Smithers – Top 30
#24 – Gnarwhal
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cick.cfm?dWeekOfID=2024-09-10
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CJSW Radio 90.9 FM – Calgary – Top 30
#4 Atomis
#10 Art of Attrition
#29 Culled
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjsw.cfm?dWeekOfID=2024-09-10
#canada #metal #canadianmetal #radio #loud #radiocharts
Thank You Canadian MDs and DJs for the airplay love!
!earshot
The National Loud Chart
For the Week Ending: Tuesday, August 27, 2024
#6 The Aphelion
https://earshot-online.com/charts/index.cfm?intChartTypeID=106&dWeekOfID=2024-08-27
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CJLO – 1690AM – Montreal – Loud
#8 The Aphelion
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjlo.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2024-08-27
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CJSR FM 88.5 – Edmonton – Loud
#7 – Culled
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjsr.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2024-08-27
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CJSW Radio 90.9 FM – Calgary – Loud
#2 The Aphelion, #5 Valfreya, #10 Thirteen Goats – Exitus Stratagem Records
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cjsw.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2024-08-27
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Local 107.3fm – Saint John – Top 30
#6 – Art of Attrition
https://earshot-online.com/charts/cfmh.cfm?dWeekOfID=2024-08-27
#metal #progmetal #canada #canadianmusic #canadianmusic #radio
Thank You Canadian MDs and DJs for the airplay love \m/\m/
!earshot – The National Loud Chart
For the Week Ending: Tuesday, August 13, 2024
#10 Culled
https://www.earshot-online.com/charts/index.cfm?intChartTypeID=106&dWeekOfID=2024-08-13
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CJLO – 1690AM – Montreal – Loud
#7 The Aphelion, #10 Turbo
https://www.earshot-online.com/charts/cjlo.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2024-08-13
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CJSR FM 88.5 – Edmonton – Loud
#2 Culled
https://www.earshot-online.com/charts/cjsr.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2024-08-13
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CJSW Radio 90.9 FM – Calgary – Loud
#4 Supermodel Taxidermy, #8 Valfreya, #10 Derelict
https://www.earshot-online.com/charts/cjsw.cfm?intChartTypeID=6&dWeekOfID=2024-08-13
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CFOU 89,1 FM – Trois-Rivieres – Top 30
#30 Supermodel Taxidermy
https://www.earshot-online.com/charts/cfou.cfm?dWeekOfID=2024-08-13
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CFRU 93.3 FM – Guelph – Top 30
#30 Thirteen Goats – Exitus Stratagem Records
https://www.earshot-online.com/charts/cfru.cfm?dWeekOfID=2024-08-13
NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – May 24, 2024
Out Now! Montreal’s VALFREYA’s “Dawn Of Reckoning” Is A Blackened Folk Descent Into Mythological Madness
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L-R – Daniel Simard (Guitar), Érik Grenier (Guitar), Corinne Cardinal (Lead Vocals), Jérémy Racine (Drums)
Photography by Philippe Quinn – Picture artwork by Corinne Cardinal
Valfreya is a blackened death symphonic metal band from Montreal, Canada that has been active, to the delight of its enthusiastic fans, since 2009. Thrilled bards, fervent musicians, storytellers, and spirited performers, Valfreya used to gear their musicality towards a Celtic and folkloric metal genre. They are now releasing their sixth album “Dawn Of Reckoning”, a concept album that follows the goddess Hel as she brings malice and justice to humanity. The band comments:
“Dawn of Reckoning is a concept album. The main theme revolves around the anger of the goddess Hel which plays the metaphorical role of a fatal justice towards a guilty humanity. The songs convey this anger, but also a range of intense emotions related to the execution of humankind. Musically, you will hear dark symphonies, epic choirs, versatile vocals alongside tumultuous guitars and violin riffs.”
On stage, Valfreya has a theatrical presence even though they don’t always take themselves seriously. They transmit the musical mood to the crowd through a homogeneous complicity, but also through instrumental performance worthy of what you can hear on the album.
Valfreya‘s dedication to their craft shines through in every aspect of “Dawn of Reckoning”. From the intricate compositions to the powerful lyrics, each element of the album is meticulously crafted to immerse listeners in a world of darkness and despair. The album was produced by Valfreya plus mixed and mastered by Christian Donaldson (Cryptopsy) and the artwork was done by Alex O’Dowd. It is recommended for fans of Fleshgod Apocalypse, Carach Angren, and Wintersun.
Album Order – Merch, CDs and digital music – https://valfreya.bandcamp.com
Spotify
Lyric Video – “The Rise” – https://youtu.be/2Y8VIg37iMg
Lyric Video – “Le Périple” at https://youtu.be/vRHbtl3o1OQ
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Track Listing:
1. Dawn of Reckoning – 1:56
2. The Rise – 5:55
3. Warcry – 5:52
4. The Fate – 4:10
5. The Fall – 5:22
6. Equilibrium – 8:31
7. The Fallen Kings – 5:02
8. A New Era – 5:11
9. Le Périple – 4:44
10. Reus es – 6:14
Album Length: 53:02
More info: https://linktr.ee/valfreyaofficial
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – May 9, 2024
VALFREYA Sneak Another Peek At Upcoming Blackened Album “Dawn of Reckoning” With Video For “Le Périple”
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L-R – Daniel Simard (Guitar), Érik Grenier (Guitar), Corinne Cardinal (Lead Vocals), Jérémy Racine (Drums)
Photography by Philippe Quinn – Picture artwork by Corinne Cardinal
Since 2009, Canada’s Valfreya has been honing their sound bringing in elements from black metal, and folk metal with touches of symphonic metal to create powerful music that has been heard around the world. With an impressive five albums already under their belts, they are gearing up for the sixth “Dawn of Reckoning”, coming out on May 24, 2024. A formidable concept album that tells of the goddess Hel striking back at humanity, it is a gritty, aggressive journey into mythology. The band comments on the second single “Le Périple” (“The Journey”), which is being released now in lyric video form:
“This album marks a significant evolution in our sound. While our earlier works leaned heavily on joyful and folkloric elements, “Dawn of Reckoning” takes on a symphonic blackened death metal approach. As for the single, it represents a human’s life: Innocence, discovery, ambition, false ideas, lies… This being slowly realizes that humanity is not virtuous.”
Gone are the days of folk metal and Viking metal. Valfreya invites listeners to embrace dark symphonies intertwined with tumultuous guitar riffs that will leave an indelible mark on their minds. “Dawn of Reckoning” promises to guide audiences through a journey of bitterness, nostalgia, and apocalyptic destruction, all set against a backdrop of cold nature and epic melodies.
Valfreya is a Canadian blackened death symphonic metal band hailing from Montreal. With a diverse discography that spans multiple genres, Valfreya continues to push the boundaries of metal music with its innovative sound and uncompromising vision. They are recommended for fans of Xaon, Fleshgod Apocalypse, and Carach Angren.
Watch and listen to the lyric video for “Le Périple” at https://youtu.be/vRHbtl3o1OQ
Indiegogo / Album Pre-Order – https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/contribute-to-valfreya-s-new-release#/
Merch, CDs and digital music (available on May 24)- https://valfreya.bandcamp.com
Lyric Video “The Rise” – https://youtu.be/2Y8VIg37iMg
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Track Listing:
1. Dawn of Reckoning – 1:56
2. The Rise – 5:55
3. Warcry – 5:52
4. The Fate – 4:10
5. The Fall – 5:22
6. Equilibrium – 8:31
7. The Fallen Kings – 5:02
8. A New Era – 5:11
9. Le Périple – 4:44
10. Reus es – 6:14
Album Length: 53:02
More info: https://linktr.ee/valfreyaofficial
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EPK – Valfreya – Dawn of Reckoning (2024)
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“Dawn of Reckoning is a concept album. The main theme revolves around the anger of the goddess Hel which plays the metaphorical role of a fatal justice towards a guilty humanity. The songs convey this anger, but also a range of intense emotions related to the execution of humankind. Musically, you will hear dark symphonies, epic choirs, versatile vocals alongside tumultuous guitars and violin riffs.” – Valfreya
Valfreyaofficial.com | Facebook.com/Valfreya.Metal | Instagram.com/valfreya_band | Twitter.com/valfreyametal | Youtube.com/ValfreyaMetal
Valfreya.bandcamp.com | Spotify | Apple Music
Indiegogo / Album Pre-Order – https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/contribute-to-valfreya-s-new-release#/
[Download Album Lyrics | Download Album Cover]
Track Listing:
1. Dawn of Reckoning – 1:56
2. The Rise – 5:55
3. Warcry – 5:52
4. The Fate – 4:10
5. The Fall – 5:22
6. Equilibrium – 8:31
7. The Fallen Kings – 5:02
8. A New Era – 5:11
9. Le Périple – 4:44
10. Reus es – 6:14
Album Length: 53:02
Album credits:
All songs performed and written by Valfreya
Production: Valfreya
Mixed & Mastered: Christian Donaldson
Album Artwork: Alex O’Dowd
Member of SOCAN
Album Band Lineup:
Corinne Cardinal – Vocals
Daniel Simard – Guitar
Erik Grenier – Guitar
Jérémy Racine – Drums
Anis Balti – Bass
Maude Théberge – Violin
Live Band Lineup:
Corinne Cardinal – Vocals
Daniel Simard – Guitar
Erik Grenier – Guitar
Jérémy Racine – Drums
Julian Vargas – Bass
Eva Doucet De Leon – Violin
Guest Member: Mathiew Beaudry – Drums
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About The Album Artwork:
The artwork depicts Hel as she annihilates humanity
About the album as a whole (LYRICALLY & MUSICALLY):
Dawn of Reckoning is a concept album. The main theme revolves around the anger of the goddess Hel which plays the metaphorical role of a fatal justice towards a guilty humanity.
The songs convey this anger, but also a range of intense emotions related to the execution of humankind.
Musically, you will hear dark symphonies, epic choirs, versatile vocals alongside tumultuous guitars and violin riffs.
Track by Track (LYRICALLY)
1. Dawn of Reckoning:
Epic symphonic introduction song which represents the apocalyptic imminent coming of the goddess Hel.
2. The Rise
Lyrics: Hel is rising her army. Humanity had enough warnings. Its denial is its obsolescence. It is its turn to be threatened and face extinction.
3. Warcry
Lyrics: Lyrics are describing the upcoming epic battle between the army of death and humankind.
4. The Fate
Lyrics: The lyrics explain that this extermination is in fact a chance The lyrics explain that this extermination is in fact a chance to rebuild a better, more respectful, and better-balanced world.
5. The Fall
Lyrics: Hel is still threatening humankind as we hear the nostalgic answer of a human being, leaving this world with regret.
6. Equilibrium
Lyrics: The universe reflects the absurdity of faith, false beliefs, and the stubborn nature of humans. They are not more important than other lives. They are not supreme. They are frail. They are damned.
7. The Fallen Kings
Lyrics: It is the tale of humanity: why and how they failed.
8. A New Era
Lyrics: It is the inauguration of a modern birth: the latest opportunity
9. Le périple
Lyrics: A human’s life: Innocence, discovery, ambition, false ideas, lies… This being slowly realizes that humanity is not virtuous.
10. Reus es
Lyrics. The title ‘’Reus es’’ means ‘’you are guilty’’. This is the end for humanity. The last scourge, the last affliction. Through this song you can hear the last words of a condemned person who’s accepting the fate of this filthy humanity.
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L-R – Daniel Simard (Guitar), Érik Grenier (Guitar), Corinne Cardinal (Lead Vocals), Jérémy Racine (Drums)
Photography by Philippe Quinn – Picture artwork by Corinne Cardinal
Blackened death symphonic metal band from Montreal, Canada. Valfreya has been active, for the delight of its enthusiastic fans, since 2009.
Thrilled bards, fervent musicians, storytellers and spirited performers, Valfreya used to gear their musicality towards a celtic and folkloric metal genre.
UNTIL NOW… meet the new sound of Valfreya!
Forget about folk metal.
Forget about Viking metal.
Allow dark symphonies alongside tumultuous guitar riffs to stain your mind and guide you through the ”Dawn of Reckoning”.
Discography:
2009: First Chronicles – EP
2012: Path to Eternity – Album
2013: Acoustic Chronicles – Acoustic EP
2017: Promised Land – Album
2019: Acoustic Chronicles part II – Acoustic album
2024: Dawn of Reckoning – Album
Shared Stage with: Cradle of Filth, Tyr, Korpiklaani, Carach Angren, Arkona, Moonsorrow, Gloryhammer, Hammerfall, Dark Tranquility, Unleash the Archers and many more.
NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – April 24, 2024
Dark, Symphonic Death Metal Titans VALFREYA Announce New Single “The Rise” Off “Dawn of Reckoning” Out May 2024
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L-R – Daniel Simard (Guitar), Érik Grenier (Guitar), Corinne Cardinal (Lead Vocals), Jérémy Racine (Drums)
Photography by Philippe Quinn – Picture artwork by Corinne Cardinal
Canadian blackened death symphonic metal band Valfreya is proud to announce the release of their sixth album “Dawn of Reckoning” on May 24, 2024. To whet the palettes of those who enjoy epic and dark metal, now they are releasing a lyric video for the single “The Rise”. The concept album sees the band take their darkest turn as they lean into the blackened end of the metal spectrum and follow the goddess Hel as she wreaks havoc upon humanity. The band comments on the album:
“Dawn of Reckoning is a concept album. The main theme revolves around the anger of the goddess Hel which plays the metaphorical role of a fatal justice towards a guilty humanity. The songs convey this anger, but also a range of intense emotions related to the execution of humankind. Musically, you will hear dark symphonies, epic choirs, versatile vocals alongside tumultuous guitars and violin riffs.”
Known for their fervent performances and epic storytelling, Valfreya has been delighting fans since 2009 with their unique blend of metal genres. In “The Rise”, Hel is raising her army because humanity had enough warnings. Its denial is its obsolescence. It is its turn to be threatened and face extinction.
In conjunction with the single release, Valfreya is launching an Indiegogo campaign to fund the production of “Dawn of Reckoning”. Fans will have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of this monumental album and gain access to exclusive perks and rewards. Those with an interest in Septicflesh, Xaon, and Fleshgod Apocalypse, should take a listen.
Watch and listen to the lyric video for “The Rise” – https://youtu.be/2Y8VIg37iMg
Indiegogo / Album Pre-Order – https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/contribute-to-valfreya-s-new-release#/
Merch, CDs and digital music (available on May 24)- https://valfreya.bandcamp.com
Spotify
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Track Listing:
1. Dawn of Reckoning – 1:56
2. The Rise – 5:55
3. Warcry – 5:52
4. The Fate – 4:10
5. The Fall – 5:22
6. Equilibrium – 8:31
7. The Fallen Kings – 5:02
8. A New Era – 5:11
9. Le Périple – 4:44
10. Reus es – 6:14
Album Length: 53:02
More info: https://linktr.ee/valfreyaofficial
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