\m/ Powerplay Rock and Metal Magazine 277 September/October 2024 \m/
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World On Alert, The Aphelion, Rockshots Records Gloria Perpetua, 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐊 𝐀.𝐃.
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NEWS RELEASE
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”
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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!!
LISTEN: https://lnk.to/z1HYgl
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/JPrpwfxr0oI
“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
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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
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)
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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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – September 3, 2024
Fantasy Metal WARLOCK A.D. – “Ancient Dragon of Storms Flüffir Mighty Guardian of Valley (Techno Wyrmhole)” Lyric Video Out Now!
Sophomore Album “Book II: The Valley of Vâgené” Out Sept 2024 via Rockshots Records
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Set to unleash their sophomore album “Book II: The Valley of Vâgené” on September 27th, 2024 from Rockshots Records, UK fantasy power metal 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐊 𝐀.𝐃. continue their quest to The Valley of Vâgené with the lyric video for their third single “Ancient Dragon of Storms Flüffir Mighty Guardian of Valley (Techno Wyrmhole)”.
“Enter the Caverns of Nave at your peril…for you risk awakening the Ancient Dragon of Storms Flüffir – Mighty Guardian of The Valley of Vâgené!” adds the band.
Inspired by the more synth-laden works of Angus McSix, Beast in Black and Gloryhammer, listen to the single at the following links:
VIDEO – https://youtu.be/UmEEXIR0hXg
DIGITAL – https://lnk.to/AmkIw7
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! The album is 12 tracks of interwoven musical storytelling implementing the use of 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. Recommended for fans of Nanowar of Steel, Angus McSix, and Beast in Black.
“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 prophesized coming of a stranger to the land of Brittanni has awakened the gateway – and the race to the multiverse has begun… The land of Brittanni holds many secrets, and not everything is as it seems… The quest to The Valley of Vâgené begins NOW!” adds the band.
Album pre-order – https://bit.ly/WarlocKAD
Previous Singles:
“Rothgar Warsong” – https://youtu.be/PbPWiSOCnbE
“The Golden Showers of Prestønia” – https://youtu.be/0aFOuV_81sM
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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
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)
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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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – August 1, 2024
Fantasy Metal WARLOCK A.D. – “Rothgar Warsong” Lyric Video Out Now!
Sophomore Album “Book II: The Valley of Vâgené” Out Sept 2024 via Rockshots Records
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Set to unleash their sophomore album “Book II: The Valley of Vâgené” on September 27th, 2024 from Rockshots Records, fantasy power metal 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐊 𝐀.𝐃. is sharing their latest lyric video for their next single “Rothgar Warsong”. Heavily inspired by the music of bands such as Turisas and Feuerschwanz, this track tells of the capture of the party by a tribe of ravenous Half-orcs led by the titular Rothgar Warsong (Played by Scot Evans). When a Trial by Combat demanded by Whiteacre goes wrong, the intensity of the track ramps up as The Human Resistance of Brittanni swoops in to save the day.
Lyric Video – https://youtu.be/PbPWiSOCnbE
Digital https://lnk.to/z1HYgl
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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! The album is 12 tracks of interwoven musical storytelling implementing the use of 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. Recommended for fans of Nanowar of Steel, Angus McSix, and Beast in Black.
“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 prophesized coming of a stranger to the land of Brittanni has awakened the gateway – and the race to the multiverse has begun… The land of Brittanni holds many secrets, and not everything is as it seems… The quest to The Valley of Vâgené begins NOW!” adds the band.
Album pre-order – https://bit.ly/WarlocKAD
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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
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)
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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ASHER MEDIA RELATIONS
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NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – June 21, 2024
Fantasy Metal WARLOCK A.D. – New Video “The Golden Showers of Prestønia”
Sophomore Album “Book II: The Valley of Vâgené” Out Sept 2024 via Rockshots Records
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The time has come! 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐊 𝐀.𝐃.‘s sophomore album “Book II: The Valley of Vâgené” is set to be released on September 27th, 2024 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! The album is 12 tracks of interwoven musical storytelling implementing the use of 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. Recommended for fans of Nanowar of Steel, Angus McSix, and Beast in Black, the quest to The Valley of Vâgené continues with the single “The Golden Showers of Prestønia”.
“The title is a clear double entendre, the single is a cautionary tale detailing the events that follow Whiteacre’s failure to heed the advice of the wise wizard Horatus – do not touch the water! One of the more traditional power metal style tracks on the album, the intensity of the track ebbs and flows as the danger of the forbidden waters becomes more and more apparent – leading to a frantic race against time for Ahriman Cullblade to save the endangered Nomad. This track was actually heavily inspired by the track “Burn” by Deep Purple – which also details the story of a dangerous female presence – something which can be heard especially in the song’s post-solo section. The track also evokes a traditional symphonic metal feel through the use of the duet vocals between Whiteacre and Uriña the Siren (as performed by Dani Bentham of Wailing Banshee).” adds the band.
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Music Video – https://youtu.be/0aFOuV_81sM
Digital – https://lnk.to/OdJwLm
Album pre-order – https://bit.ly/WarlocKAD
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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
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)
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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ASHER MEDIA RELATIONS
Jon Asher – Music Publicist
#.514.581.5780
jon[@]ashermediarelations[.]com
Facebook @AsherMediaRelations
Instagram @AsherMedia
Tweet @AsherMedia
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