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0 Saskatoon’s SAINTVICIOUS’ New Single “Stranglehold” Opens Up About Shutting Down from Anxiety

  • June 18, 2021
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Saintvicious

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Montreal, QC – June 18, 2021

For fans of Nothing More, Beartooth, Parkway Drive, I Prevail, Bad Wolves

Saskatoon’s SAINTVICIOUS’ New Single “Stranglehold” Opens Up About Shutting Down from Anxiety

L-R: Charlie Barnard (drums), Madison Erhardt (vocals), Ryan Kimmerly (guitar), Dan Mason (bass), Robyn Dolezsar (guitar)
Photo credit: Brian Snell

If there’s anything guaranteed in life beyond death and taxes, it’d be living through one-too-many panic attacks. Saskatoon hard rock band Saintvicious reflects on their personal experiences dealing with anxiety on their latest single, “Stranglehold”.

Supported by metalcore-inspired instrumentals and layered vocal delivery, the track’s visually dense lyrics personify anxiety as a separate entity that is given every sacrifice that it asks for, but it’s never enough.

“Some days it’s hard to want to leave your bed,” guitarist Ryan Kimmerly explains, “There are those times where you just think ‘What if-’ about every possible thing that could go wrong. And does it ever turn out to be this worst-case scenario that you’ve spent so much time hashing out? Usually not, but anxiety’s like that, right?”

Ryan continues, “By the time you get to whatever you’ve been obsessing over, you just end up looking for something wrong to prove those ideas in your mind right when really, it’s exactly that – it’s all in your head.”

“Stranglehold” will be available to stream as of Friday, June 18 on Spotify, Apple Music, and all other streaming platforms at https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/saintvicious/stranglehold

YouTube stream – https://youtu.be/pAOJpNOMX8M


For more info:
Instagram.com/saintviciousband
TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeGkYpVC/
Facebook.com/saintviciousband
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About:
There’s no denying that the sonic brash of Canadian five-piece Saintvicious lives up to the latter half of their name. With snarling riffs cranked between catchy vocals and tight rhythms, the Saskatoon outfit is an exhibit of hard rock – with all its bruises and attitude.

With a prolific start in the band’s infancy – from performing alongside major artists like Pop Evil and Royal Tusk, to their debut album being placed as one of the Top 10 Saskatchewan Albums of 2020 – Saintvicious is on-sight to grow into the forefront of Canadian hard rock.

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“Saintvicious is just getting started, and they aren’t letting anything get in their way.” – Pulse Music Journal, 2021

“Like the perfect rock band package came together and then dialed it up to 11.” – The Star Phoenix, 2019

“Over the past couple of years, the Paris of the Prairies has had its metal landscape broadened with the introduction of something more melodic and hook-laden, courtesy of Saintvicious.” – North Sask Music Zine, 2021

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0 NEWS: Out Now! THIS GUN FOR HIRE Debut Album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’

  • March 31, 2017
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · This Gun For Hire

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Montreal, QC – March 31, 2017

 

For fans of Alexisonfire, Every Time I Die, Thrice, Underoath, Beartooth

Out Now! THIS GUN FOR HIRE Debut Album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’

This Gun For Hire Band Biography Video: https://youtu.be/uppSKtSb6Mc

        Formed in 2015, Vancouver’s THIS GUN FOR HIRE is a genuine band of brothers that have built a long-lasting friendship through the music they play. Unleashing a power punch of their rock tinged melodic metalcore / post hardcore; the band has unleashed their debut album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ out now as of March 31st. The album was recorded with engineer and producer Roger Swan (K-OS, Battle Axe) to present their first clutch of original songs to showcase to the world. The twelve track release displays a keen awareness of pace and dynamics. Moving deftly from the seething chaos of the eponymous opener to the grandiose and melodic epic of ‘To The Fallen And The Faithful’ and back again for the staccato grunt of ‘Barn Burner’ to finish the record. Taking cues from Alexisonfire, Every Time I Die, Underoath, Beartooth, The Holly Springs Disaster, the band describes their sound as “fast, heavy, sincere, atmospheric, and meaningful”.

“It’s just music we all feel the need to write. Metal with no boundaries is what got us together. There is way too much fluff going on now in this genre. It’s lost its integrity. We hope people can walk away with one of our songs stuck in their head. Or looking for more!” says guitarist Tyler Burns.

‘Something A Little More Sinister’ is available through iTunes, Spotify, Amazon.

Full album stream can be heard at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsdJtt1eiKUYKqWvMQ3hPnw 

Music Video – ‘Barn Burner’ at https://youtu.be/UO1qbqi3I2Q  

Guitar Playthrough Video ‘Barn Burner’ – https://youtu.be/FyKZKJ7l1vg

Music Video – ‘Infection’ – https://youtu.be/6yzmajgdyTk 

FREE download – ‘Barn Burner’ at http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/this-gun-for-hire-barn-burner-free-song-download

1. Infection (3:34)
2. Something A Little More Sinister (4:13)
3. From The Earth To The Earth (3:24)
4. Set This Path (4:07)
5. Alligator Death Roll (6:35)
6. Good Evening Deacon (4:07)
7. To The Fallen And The Faithful (5:21)
8. One Hell Bent Lot Lizard (4:38)
9. Cause For Concern (3:32)
10. My Meaning (4:30)
11. Empty Eyes (4:31)
12. Barn Burner (3:20)
Album Length: 51:57

THIS GUN FOR HIRE is:
Album & Live Band Lineup:
Shelby Tanaka (Lead Vocals)
Tyler Burns (Guitars/Bass)
Mitch Harsch (Drums/Vocals)
Axel Verstraeten (Guitars)
Jake Murdoch (Bass/Vocals)
For More Info:
http://thisgunforhire.ca/
EPK – http://wp.me/pciNW-9iT

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0 NEWS: THIS GUN FOR HIRE Posts Playthrough Video For ‘Barn Burner’ + Free Download + Debut Album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ Out March 31st

  • March 16, 2017
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · This Gun For Hire

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – March 16, 2017

For fans of Alexisonfire, Every Time I Die, Thrice, Underoath, Beartooth

THIS GUN FOR HIRE Posts Playthrough Video For ‘Barn Burner’

Free Download ‘Barn Burner’ via PureGrainAudio.com

Debut Album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ Out March 31st

This Gun For Hire Band Biography Video: https://youtu.be/uppSKtSb6Mc

       Rock tinged melodic metalcore / post hardcore Vancouverites THIS GUN FOR HIRE will be unleashing their debut album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ on March 31, 2017. The band has already released singles ‘Infection‘, ‘Good Evening Deacon‘ and ‘Barn Burner’, which guitarist Tyler Burns has a brand new playthrough for at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyKZKJ7l1vg

barn burner guitar play through - tyler burns (this gun for hire)

THIS GUN FOR HIRE is also offering fans a FREE download of ‘Barn Burner’ exclusively on PureGrainAudio.com at http://puregrainaudio.com/audio/this-gun-for-hire-barn-burner-free-song-download

Plus you can watch their music video for ‘Barn Burner’ at https://youtu.be/UO1qbqi3I2Q

The band comments on the video:

“You ever been to one of those parties where you feel like you’re on top of the world? Well this isn’t one of those parties. Welcome to Barn Burner! Where the drinks aren’t free and the girls ain’t pretty. Get ready for a night full of hazards, disasters, and bastards where there’s no going home! Barn Burner is This Gun for Hire‘s party jam that doesn’t let up, even for a second. Delving into the Canadian atmosphere of bush and house parties. You better dust off those dancing shoes and buckle up for a wild… ish ride. Special thanks to Kris Hellstrom for creating another awesome video for us.”

THIS GUN FOR HIRE recorded ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ with engineer and producer Roger Swan (K-OS, Battle Axe) to present their first clutch of original songs to showcase to the world. The twelve track release displays a keen awareness of pace and dynamics. Moving deftly from the seething chaos of the eponymous opener to the grandiose and melodic epic of “To The Fallen And The Faithful’, and back again for the staccato grunt of ‘Barn Burner’ to finish the record, THIS GUN FOR HIRE leave you in little doubt as to their capabilities.

‘Something A Little More Sinister’ will be available through iTunes, Amazon and CD Baby.

1. Infection (3:34)
2. Something A Little More Sinister (4:13)
3. From The Earth To The Earth (3:24)
4. Set This Path (4:07)
5. Alligator Death Roll (6:35)
6. Good Evening Deacon (4:07)
7. To The Fallen And The Faithful (5:21)
8. One Hell Bent Lot Lizard (4:38)
9. Cause For Concern (3:32)
10. My Meaning (4:30)
11. Empty Eyes (4:31)
12. Barn Burner (3:20)
Album Length: 51:57

THIS GUN FOR HIRE is:
Album & Live Band Lineup:
Shelby Tanaka (Lead Vocals)
Tyler Burns (Guitars/Bass)
Mitch Harsch (Drums/Vocals)
Axel Verstraeten (Guitars)
Jake Murdoch (Bass/Vocals)
For More Info:
http://thisgunforhire.ca/
EPK – http://wp.me/pciNW-9iT

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0 NEWS: CLOSER TO FOUND USA Tour Dates + New Noise Mag Video Premiere ‘Listen Close And You Hear The Ocean’

  • March 14, 2017
  • by Asher
  • · Closer To Found · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 14, 2017

Fans of Bring Me The Horizon, Issues, Memphis May Fire, Beartooth

CLOSER TO FOUND USA Tour Dates + New Noise Mag Video Premiere ‘Listen Close And You Hear The Ocean’

 

       Montreal, QC’s CLOSER TO FOUND bring melody, heart, and intellect to their music; their dual vocal approach gives an individual edge to their sound, which transcends their influences of Bring Me The Horizon, Issues, Norma Jean, Vanna, and Underoath, overall they are best described as “heavy, groove-driven metalcore”.

Their 1o track debut album ‘Always Just As Lost’ was released during November of last year and has seen the band consistently touring and unleashing music videos such as ‘Remember When’ and ‘Ashes’ in support of the release.

Kicking of 2017, the band has teamed up with New Noise Magazine for the premiere of their next video for their album’s opening track ‘Listen Close And You Hear The Ocean’, which is also the title of their upcoming USA tour with Cincinnati, OH’s Lift The Medium and New Jersey’s Silence In Solitude.

To watch ‘Listen Close And You Hear The Ocean’, please visit the following link: http://newnoisemagazine.com/closer-found-listen-hear-ocean-video/

The full album stream of ‘Always Just As Lost’ can be heard at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eN7jXOzwT4Y

THE LISTEN CLOSE AND YOU HEAR THE OCEAN TOUR
w/ Closer To Found, Lift The Medium, Silence In Solitude
Dates:
07/04 – Jamestown, NY – Mojo’s
10/04 – Long Branch, NJ – Brighton Bar
11/04 – Murfreesboro, NC – Zakk’s Coffeehouse
12/04 – Carrollton, GA – Alley Cat
13/04 – Jacksonville, FL – Jack Rabbit’s
15/04 – Marietta, GA – Swayze’s Venue
16/04 – Nashville, TN – Springwater
18/04 – Austin, TX – Texas Mist
20/04 – Houston, TX – Acadia Bar & Grill
21/04 – Lawton, OK – The Railhead Saloon
22/04 – Kansas City, MO – Prohibition Hall
23/04 – Chicago, IL – Lilly’s
24/04 – New Haven, IN – Carl’s Tavern
26/04 – Hazel Park, MI – Phoenix Cafe
28/04 – Kittanning, PA – Club Radioactive
29/04 – Rochester, NY – Monty’s Krown
1. Listen Close And You Hear The Ocean
2. Gasoline Rainbow
3. Remember When
4. Anyone Can Wear A Crown
5. Closing Night Arson
6. Pave Again
7. Hanging On A Hook
8. Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire
9. A Shot To The Vain
10. Ashes
For more info:
https://www.closertofound.com/
EPK – http://wp.me/pciNW-9q3

About:

Since forming in 2014, Closer To Found’s mission statement has been simple. Using catchy choruses, heavy grooves, and powerful lyrics. Closer To Found aims to create the most complete musical experience possible. This mentality is what defines their debut LP, ‘Always Just As Lost’ and culminates in the energetic and emotive atmosphere of their live shows.

Co-vocalist Lawrence Leylekian explains the band’s name represents “the human struggle to find one’s self. The name was formed to represent how the songs are cataloged moments of the ups-and-downs throughout that journey.”

Lawrence sees Closer To Found’s debut as a serious statement of the band’s intent.

“’Always Just As Lost’ uses heavy groove-driven riffs and timely uplifting choruses to truly convey the struggle, which takes place within the lyrics themselves, and should be received as a testament to the diversity that the metalcore genre has to offer.”

Closer To Found are a band brave enough to gaze into the abyss that is the reality that surrounds us.

“The lyrics are generally the outcome of trying to relieve stress or turmoil. They are inspired by the daily negativity that we are all bombarded with, and attempt to keep the mind on a positive track…The album as a whole is a journey one finds themselves embarking on as their realize their problems, what it takes to fix them; and the various pitfalls, which can occur along the said journey.”

Closer To Found see their relationship with their fans as a close one.

“We are always looking to bring the listener on the cathartic experience that the music is offering. ‘Listen Close And You Hear The Ocean’ submerges the listener into the positive mindset of realizing what it takes to accomplish your goals and make yourself truly happy….Close To Found is proud of their commitment towards an energetic and honest performance, which is backed by a clean and tight sound.”

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“Flawless vocal interplay, melodic hooks that jump off the record and guitar-driven breakdowns.” – Get Exposed Music

“The vocal aesthetic throughout is often stunning, as showcased on opener ‘Listen Close And You Hear The Ocean’” – Get Exposed Music

“A band born to succeed thanks to positive ideas and a prodigious sound.” – Loudlight News

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0 NEWS: Idioteq Premiere THIS GUN FOR HIRE Video ‘Barn Burner’; Debut Album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ Out March 31st

  • February 23, 2017
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · This Gun For Hire

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – February 23, 2017

 

For fans of Alexisonfire, Every Time I Die, Thrice, Underoath, Beartooth

Idioteq Premiere THIS GUN FOR HIRE Video ‘Barn Burner’

Debut Album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ Out March 31st

       Rock tinged melodic metalcore / post hardcore Vancouverites THIS GUN FOR HIRE will be unleashing their debut album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ on March 31, 2017. The band has already released singles ‘Infection‘ and ‘Good Evening Deacon‘ and are now ready to present the premiere of their next video ‘Barn Burner’ exclusively on Idioteq.com.

“You ever been to one of those parties where you feel like you’re on top of the world? Well this isn’t one of those parties. Welcome to Barn Burner! Where the drinks aren’t free and the girls ain’t pretty. Get ready for a night full of hazards, disasters, and bastards where there’s no going home! Barn Burner is This Gun for Hire‘s party jam that doesn’t let up, even for a second. Delving into the Canadian atmosphere of bush and house parties. You better dust off those dancing shoes and buckle up for a wild… ish ride. Special thanks to Kris Hellstrom for creating another awesome video for us.” the band comments.

Watch ‘Barn Burner’ at the following link: http://www.idioteq.com/barn-burner-groovy-melodic-metalcore-act-this-gun-for-fire-premiere-new-video/ 

THIS GUN FOR HIRE recorded ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ with engineer and producer Roger Swan (K-OS, Battle Axe) to present their first clutch of original songs to showcase to the world. The twelve track release displays a keen awareness of pace and dynamics. Moving deftly from the seething chaos of the eponymous opener to the grandiose and melodic epic of “To The Fallen And The Faithful’, and back again for the staccato grunt of ‘Barn Burner’ to finish the record, THIS GUN FOR HIRE leave you in little doubt as to their capabilities.

‘Something A Little More Sinister’ will be available through iTunes, Amazon and CD Baby.

1. Infection (3:34)
2. Something A Little More Sinister (4:13)
3. From The Earth To The Earth (3:24)
4. Set This Path (4:07)
5. Alligator Death Roll (6:35)
6. Good Evening Deacon (4:07)
7. To The Fallen And The Faithful (5:21)
8. One Hell Bent Lot Lizard (4:38)
9. Cause For Concern (3:32)
10. My Meaning (4:30)
11. Empty Eyes (4:31)
12. Barn Burner (3:20)
Album Length: 51:57
For More Info:
http://thisgunforhire.ca/
http://www.facebook.com/thisgunforhire/
http://www.twitter.com/ThisGunForHire_
http://www.instagram.com/thisgunforhireofficial/

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0 NEWS: New Noise Mag Song Premiere THIS GUN FOR HIRE ‘Good Evening Deacon’; Debut Album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ Out March 31st

  • January 20, 2017
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · This Gun For Hire

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – January 20, 2017

For fans of Alexisonfire, Every Time I Die, Thrice, Underoath, Beartooth

New Noise Mag Song Premiere THIS GUN FOR HIRE ‘Good Evening Deacon’

Debut Album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ Out March 31st

Vancouver metalcore tycoons THIS GUN FOR HIRE will be unleashing their debut album ‘Something A Little More Sinister’ on March 31, 2017. The band recorded the release with engineer and producer Roger Swan (K-OS, Battle Axe) to present their first clutch of original songs to showcase to the world. The twelve track release displays a keen awareness of pace and dynamics. Moving deftly from the seething chaos of the eponymous opener to the grandiose and melodic epic of “To The Fallen And The Faithful’, and back again for the staccato grunt of ‘Barn Burner’ to finish the record, THIS GUN FOR HIRE leave you in little doubt as to their capabilities.

Teaming up with New Noise Magazine, THIS GUN FOR HIRE is proud to share their first single ‘Good Morning Deacon’ as introduction of what’s to come.

The band comments on the track:

“‘Good Evening Deacon’ was written about an encounter that was had with a young man that was at the end of his rope. When traveling home one evening, Deacon was happened upon while on the other side of the Granville bridge, ready to leap to an untimely demise. After hours of gentle talking and coaxing, he was talked back to safety on to the other side of the railings.

This song is in his honor, and dedicated to all those who feel the misery and loneliness is too much to bare. Even when things seem their darkest, waking up over and over to the same heartache, and life is repeatedly stomping on you, intent on driving you down; there is hope. And sometimes the love you seek will come from people you’ve never met, showing you your life does in fact matter and things will get better. This song is for Deacon Braun. I hope happiness found you.”

‘Good Evening Deacon’ is now streaming at the following link: http://newnoisemagazine.com/premiere-gun-hire-good-evening-deacon/

Music Video – ‘Infection’ – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yzmajgdyTk

‘Something A Little More Sinister’ will be available through iTunes, Amazon and CD Baby on March 31, 2017.

1. Infection (3:34)
2. Something A Little More Sinister (4:13)
3. From The Earth To The Earth (3:24)
4. Set This Path (4:07)
5. Alligator Death Roll (6:35)
6. Good Evening Deacon (4:07)
7. To The Fallen And The Faithful (5:21)
8. One Hell Bent Lot Lizard (4:38)
9. Cause For Concern (3:32)
10. My Meaning (4:30)
11. Empty Eyes (4:31)
12. Barn Burner (3:20)
Album Length: 51:57
For More Info:
http://thisgunforhire.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/thisgunforhire/
https://www.instagram.com/thisgunforhireofficial/

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