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0 NEWS: Decibel Mag Video Premiere Sci-Fi Inspired RAPHEUMETS WELL ‘Crucible of Titans’

  • April 21, 2016
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Rapheumets Well

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – April 21, 2016

Album Promo Request here.

For fans of Fleshgod Apocalypse, Septic Flesh, Dimmu Borgir, Cattle Decapitation

TYM Links: TestYourMetalRecords.com | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

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Decibel Mag Video Premiere Sci-Fi Inspired RAPHEUMETS WELL ‘Crucible of Titans’

     Unleashing their album ‘The Exile’ this past March via Test Your Metal Records, Hickory, NC based RAPHEUMETS WELL have a new music video to wow fans with a visual world of their sci-fi/ fantasy inspired metal and concept story album. The video ‘Crucible of Titans’ is just once piece of the story line as drummer Joshua Ward explains:

“In our song ‘Crucible of Titans’, Darmak is confronted by an Okvier named Sen, an inter-dimensional being who offers help to Darmak as Sotath’s plan was illusive even to the celestial counsel. Darmak is asked to spy on the traitor in hopes of revealing his agenda. Things go very wrong. Being ratted out by a family friend, Darmak is forced to look on as his family is executed. Darmak is sent to the realm between realms, away from the eyes of celestial order. The demonic servants of Sotath bind a rare artifact to his bones which will forbid him to die. They tear his skin from his bones only to have his organs regenerate and repeat. Having his flesh skin torn multiple times each day and left to ruminate on his families execution, he is cursed to walked the desert of the Nastar (lost realm) until his spirit literally fragments and he ceases to exist. This is the crucible of titans and why we chose to do this video. We actually shot and produced our own video due to budget constraints, but we worked extremely hard and we hope everyone enjoys the work and creativity of the story.”

To watch ‘Crucible of Titans’ and learn more about ‘The Exile story line, please visit the following link on Decibel Mag: http://decibelmagazine.com/blog/2016/4/21/off-in-another-world-rapheumets-well-premieres-crucible-of-titans-video

 
To listen to the full album stream of ‘The Exile’, please visit the following link:

Bandcamp – https://rapheumetswelltym.bandcamp.com

 
Album available on CD here and digital here.

1. Resurrecting The Blood Gate (4:44)
2. The Blight of Sotath Shal (3:53)
3. The Epic of Darmak (4:59)
4. Crucible of Titans (4:14)
5. Resurgence (6:07)
6. Witch of Dark Spire (5:17)
7. The Exile (6:13)
8. Planetary Cenotaph (5:05)
Album Length: 40:37

About:
From the birth of organic matter to great wars that tear the fabric of space/time, the story of RAPHEUMETS WELL‘s music serves to immerse you into a world of oddities. Blending a sound that is a complex mix of classical orchestrations, cosmic synths, and extreme metal to portray the epics of parallel worlds, the Hickory, N.C. based band bring forth a voyage enriched with lore, fabricated from scratch to show the depth in which represents them as artists. Their sophomore release ‘The Exile’is out now as of March 18th via Test Your Metal Records to follow their first self release full length ‘Dimensions’ unleashed in 2014 that progressively told a larger story portrayed in a complex saga of Atai (ancient architects) who aid in the propagation of sentient life throughout the multi-verse.

Live the band’s concert theatrics is a show truly to entertain the crowd with an opus of metal while still satisfying their story lines in their music creating an intimate but relatable ambiance for fans, especially those who enjoy bands such as Dimmu Borgir, Fleshgod Apocalypse, The Faceless, Emperor, Black Crown Initiate.

For more info, please visit http://www.rapheumetswell.org/

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0 NEWS: WITHOUT MERCY Return With New EP ‘Mouichido’ Out May 27th; New Music Video ‘Worthless’ + Tour Dates

  • April 7, 2016
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Without Mercy

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Montreal, QC – April 7, 2016

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For fans of Lamb of God, Pantera, Gojira, Decapitated, Cannibal Corpse

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WITHOUT MERCY Return With New EP ‘Mouichido’ Out May 27th; New Music Video ‘Worthless’ + Tour Dates

Upcoming Show Dates:

Apr 8 – Wings and Things – Prince George, BC – info
Apr 9 – The Dungeon – Burns Lake, BC
Apr 15 – Distortion – Calgary, AB – info
Apr 16 – The Vat – Red Deer, AB
Apr 18 – Moose Lodge – Lethbridge, AB – info
May 27 – Rickshaw Theatre – Vancouver, BC – info (CD Release Show)
Jul 23 – SBC Restaurant – Vancouver, BC

Photo Credit: Shimon Karmel

      It’s been two years since Vancouver, BC’s WITHOUT MERCY last EP ‘Reborn’ savaged the lands of Canadian metal. After hitting the studio with a new vocalist Alex Friis and bass tracks recorded by Tristan Martin and live performance being done by Ryan Loewen, the band is ready to unleash its latest offering ‘Mouichido’, a re-release of re-recorded material from their 2014 EP ‘Reborn’. Newly added to EP is also a guest appearance by vocalist Mark Hunter of Chimaira on track ‘In Waves’. ‘Mouichido’ is set for release on May 27th, 2016 and is available for pre-order at the following link https://withoutmercy.bandcamp.com/album/mouichido.

“‘Mouichido’ is the Japanese word for “Repeat” or “to do one more time”.  We chose this as the title to signify the re-release of a previous version of this record. After the release ‘Reborn’, we faced an issue with our vocalist, which caused us to part ways with him.  On the advice of our legal team, we recorded the album again with our current vocalist in an effort to terminate possible legal action.” says  Band founder and guitarist DJ Temple. “In addition to that, I hold close ties with Japanese culture so I thought it would be the perfect time to introduce those lines into our music.  Facing the incredible difficulty with the last record and the way the vocalist departed the band, the stress was compounded by the financial burden left with a record we couldn’t release.  By venturing back to some of my martial art roots, I found the strength to maintain my tenacity and get the record back on track.  The result, is “Mouichido”. Fans should receive this as the ultimate reason to never give up. Take the aggressive nature of the songs and allow the culture of the Japanese writing to envelop you in a way that will carry you through each track. Let this EP be the story that inspires you to push through something difficult and come out the other side a stronger and more experienced person.”
The band’s first video ‘Worthless’ can be viewed at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_c1fuTnKlKA

1. Worthless (3:48)
2. In Waves (Ft. Mark Hunter of Chimaira) (4:06)
3. Burn (4:27)
4. Morphine (5:56)
EP Length: 18:19

For more info, please visit: www.WithoutMercyBand.com

About:

Tenacity, work ethic and originality. There’s no excuses anymore.

Vancouver-based Without Mercy certainly stays true to its name. Ruthless and menacing, these Canadian metal titans have cultivated and redefined the phrase, “Fuck Pussy Metal”.

Founded in 2004, Without Mercy has gone from strength to strength over the years. They released their first EP “All Else Fails” in 2007 completely independently and used its humble beginnings to start the catapulting of performances, internet presence and radio play. In 2009, Without Mercy went on to record their self-titled full length album using the same team that worked on records by Devin Townsend, Mudvayne, and Marilyn Manson.  Without Mercy rode the attention wave of their self-titled debut, using the escalation to begin a relentless performance schedule that would lead them far from their hometown and include over 200 live performances.  No stranger to tenacity, in only a few short years Without Mercy have achieved; being the only indie metal band in Western Canada to have two tracks available on Rock Band 3, being featured in Tattoo Savage Magazine, and pioneering the phrases, ‘You Smell Like A Bitch’ and ‘Fuck Pussy Metal’ – which have now become synonymous with the band.

In 2014, Without Mercy unleashed third studio release, “Reborn”.  Another massive evolution for the band, Without Mercy sought to bring back the organic metal sound and combine it with a high production standard.  Fast forward to 2016, some line up changes with a new vocalist and bassist, the band is ready to share with fans re-recorded material from ‘Reborn’ on their new EP ‘Mouichido’ that even features Chimaira vocalist Mark Hunter on their track ‘In Waves’. The EP is set to be unleashed on May 27th, 2016 and will be supported with a steady rotation of touring and appearances across Canada and the USA. All of course, independently.

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0 NEWS: MetalInjection Video Premiere DEATH LULLABY ‘Renegade’; New Album ‘Wormz’ Out April 15th via Famined Records

  • April 5, 2016
  • by Asher
  • · Death Lullaby · Music News

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Montreal, QC – April 5, 2016

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For fans of Chimaira, Born Of Osiris, The Faceless, Veil Of Maya, All Shall Perish

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MetalInjection Video Premiere DEATH LULLABY ‘Renegade’
New Album ‘Wormz’ Out April 15th via Famined Records

Upcoming Show Dates:

April 8 – Montreal, QC @ La Vitrola – info
April 16 – Granby, QC @ Les Chevaliers De Colomb – Crush Your Fest – info
May 22 – Quebec City, QC – L’Anti Bar – info

      Set to unleash their debut album ‘Wormz’ via Famined Records on April 15th, Montreal, QC’s DEATH LULLABY has teamed up with MetalInjection.netfor the video premiere of ‘Renegade’, which is one of eleven bone-crushing tracks from the release that features guest appearances from Fred Beaulieu (Beheading Of A King), Dan Mongrain (Voivod, Martyr) and Chris Donaldson (Cryptopsy) whom also produced, mixed and mastered the album at The Grid.

“”Renegade” represents Death Lullaby’s sound entirely, very aggressive, raw and punchy rhythms fused with melody and in some ways, technically challenging. A short and sweet track, but jam-packed with riffs that’ll make you count, and think to yourself: what the hell was that? A hint of sing-along chorus on this track, which if you are a fan of….is done more constructively throughout the full album with tracks like “They Dig/They Devour”, “Conquer All” & “Rainmaker”. For definite fans of Veil Of Maya, Born Of Osiris, All Shall Perish, Chimaira and Lamb Of God.” comments drummer Kevin Alexander.

To watch ‘Renegade’, please visit the following link: http://www.metalinjection.net/video/death-lullaby-shows-you-how-to-quit-your-job-and-go-to-a-show 

Album pre-order:
iTunes: http://found.ee/yMnIS
Google Play: http://found.ee/D2tWp
Amazon: http://found.ee/iFHs1

1 – They Dig / They Devour (1:06) [Lyric Video]
2 – We Won’t Live Forever (2:50)
3 – Renegade (2:53)
4 – Strife (3:18)
5 – Conquer All (3:43)
6 – Anachrony (3:01)
7 – Wormz (3:29) [Music Video]
8 – Dethrone The Grower (2:53)
9 – Cycles (4:56)
10 – Devolution (3:25) [Playthrough Video]
11 – Rainmaker (6:43)
Album Length: 38:21

For more info, please visit: www.DeathLullaby.com.

About:

It is inevitable that many bands today focus and depend on technology or image but completely forget what it feels like to be in a violent, hard hitting, and charismatic and professional metal show. Mounted from A to Z for choreography, light show, and stage presence, the band is not only known for the music, but giving the people what they want; a notorious live show & a run for their money.

“Wormz”, is Death Lullaby’s newest entity which was recorded, mixed & mastered by Chris Donaldson in Montreal’s renowned metal studio: The Grid. Containing 11 bone-crushing tracks that feature guest appearances such as: Fred Beaulieu from Beheading Of A King, Dan Mongrain from Voivod & Martyr and Chris Donaldson fromCryptopsy, this album will be sure to raise a few eyebrows.

With only the release of their 1st EP “Fractal” in late 2012, the 5 members have shown off their music all around the east coast of Canada and have done the 2 biggest Metal Festivals in Canada in 2013 (Heavy MTL, & Amnesia Rockfest). Opening for acts such as Born Of Osiris, Veil Of Maya, After The Burial, Ion Dissonance, I the Breather,Structures, Within The Ruins, Northlane, Vildhjarta, Origin, Beneath The Massacre, Cryptopsy and Hate Eternal, the band is in no struggle to take on bigger and better things.

It is no doubt that the 5 members put in the hours to attain a level that allows them to play with such reputable metal artists, and have proved time and time again, that they never fail to deliver. Not only is DL’s focus unbreakable,  but the work ethic involved justifies every stepping stone of their career.

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0 NEWS: Ottawa Death Eaters …FROM THE DEEP Post Behind The Scenes Screaming Sample of ‘Forever’

  • March 16, 2016
  • by Asher
  • · ...From the Deep · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 16, 2016

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Ottawa Death Eaters …FROM THE DEEP Post Behind The Scenes Screaming Sample of ‘Forever’

(L-R): Mike Birch (guitar), Jake Sparling (guitar), Dave Solomon (bass), Graham Cwinn (vocals), Nick Kaminski (drums) – Photo Credit: Luc Pigeault Photography

Song Stream – We Will All Be Trees

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1fai71x4CQ
Bandcamp: http://fromthedeepband.bandcamp.com/track/we-will-all-be-trees

      Ottawa, ON’s death eaters …FROM THE DEEP have posted a video sample of vocalist Graham Cwinn’s behind the scenes scream from their song ‘Forever’, which is set to be recorded on a future release. Their latest EP ‘The Absurd Horror’ was unleashed in July 2015 and can be heard at the following link here.

“this is an example of my sing scream technique in our song ‘Forever’. This is just one of the many vocal techniques used in our music.” comments vocalist Graham Cwinn.

To watch the short clip, please visit the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49ZQG7Gw4XE

...from the deep - sing-screaming vocal sample

1.The Triumph of Sisyphus (6:08)
2. The Unspeakable (5:37)
3. Labyrinth (Of Melting Thoughts) (4:47)
4. We Will All Be Trees (5:28)
EP Length: 22:01

Upcoming Show Dates:

March 25 – Ottawa, ON @ Rainbow Bistro (Brutal Battle Cuba) – Event info

About:

Emerging from the frightening expanse is an atmospheric force called …From The Deep whose ever changing style keeps fans of metal on their toes. Each album has a continuous story flowing from one to the next while thematically focused on the insignificance existence when faced with the vast intricacies of the universe, esoteric literature, consciousness, and the exhaustion of modern life. The band has an inclination for the absurd and deeply disturbing in terms of instrumentals and lyrics.
Nearly all the members have gotten their sea legs in the Ottawa scene. Vocally, Graham Cwinn is an intimidating force bellowing from hell while Jacob Sparling and Mike Birch tear their guitars to shreds with the utmost precision. Dave Solomon sounds like a thunderous force rumbling within each song as he slams his bass. The final element that weaves together the band’s sound is Nicholas Kaminski on drums who dominates the pace for the music and acts as an conductor demanding attention and obedience, musically.
Each opus swells like the tide with a natural yet rhythmic rise and fall making the tension in each song more visceral and the release more satisfying. Musically, the band is as unpredictable as the changes in the sea by straddling between nefarious black metal and downtrodden thrash. Vocally, the band is a tortured soul twisted by the waves and swept to sea crying out for rescue.

…From The Deep released their most terrifying piece to date ‘The Absurd Horror’ (July 2015), which is available on Bandcamp at https://fromthedeepband.bandcamp.com/. Featuring epics written about Greek myths and human survival, this is one band that will leave you with the feeling of being hopelessly lost on an unrelenting ocean, clinging to life.

For more info, please visit http://www.facebook.com/fromthedeepmetal.

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0 NEWS: RAPHEUMETS WELL Streaming New Track ‘Witch of Dark Spire’; New Album ‘The Exile’ March 18th

  • March 4, 2016
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Rapheumets Well

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – March 4, 2016

Album Promo Request here.

For fans of Fleshgod Apocalypse, Septic Flesh, Dimmu Borgir, Cattle Decapitation

TYM Links: TestYourMetalRecords.com | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

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RAPHEUMETS WELL Streaming New Track ‘Witch of Dark Spire’

Sign w/ Test Your Metal Records For New Album ‘The Exile’ Due Out March 18th

The Exile – Promo Video – Watch here.

      Blending a sound that is a complex mix of classical orchestrations, cosmic synths, and extreme metal to portray the epics of parallel worlds, Hickory, N.C. based RAPHEUMETS WELL (Ra-few-mets) bring forth a voyage enriched with lore, fabricated from scratch to show the depth in which represents them as artists.
Formed in 2008, 2011 and 2012 saw their first two demos followed by their first self release full length ‘Dimensions’ unleashed in 2014 that progressively told a larger story portrayed in a complex saga of Atai (ancient architects) who aid in the propagation of sentient life throughout the multi-verse.
From the birth of organic matter to great wars that tear the fabric of space/time, the story of RAPHEUMETS WELL‘s music serves to immerse you into a world of oddities, which is now continued in the band’s sophomore release ‘The Exile’ due out on March 18th, 2016 via Test Your Metal Records.
 
With their upcoming release, RAPHEUMETS WELL are now streaming their third single ‘Witch of Dark Spire’, which can be heard at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f8Rav4FBm0E
 
Drummer Joshua Ward comments on the single:
 
“This song is the first great “shift” in the downfalls of the main character in the story.  After being tortured and then remade to fulfill his vengeful mission, he see’s in the distance the dark spire. It was Daasha (the witch), his wife’s trusted friend and counselor to the court that betrayed them.  She exposed Darmak and his family was executed because of it. You can imagine the burning sensation in your gut to have another shot at the person who has done you so wrong. Each riff outlines the emotions and actions that take place in the characters ascent through the dark spire. This song is like the first “boss fight” for us.”
 
Album Pre-Order available on CD here and digital here.

1. Resurrecting The Blood Gate (4:44) [NCS][Youtube]
2. The Blight of Sotath Shal (3:53)
3. The Epic of Darmak (4:59)
4. Crucible of Titans (4:14)
5. Resurgence (6:07)
6. Witch of Dark Spire (5:17)
7. The Exile (6:13)
8. Planetary Cenotaph (5:05)
Album Length: 40:37

About:

Inspired by the fictitious universe of Sovael, RAPHEUMETS WELL is the name coined to the conscious deity who oversees the anastomosis of the multiverse, the master of portals and inter-dimensional travel. Being personified as a trickster, Rapheumet often creates chaos for unsuspecting voyagers. The word “Well” refers to the gravity wells, which like black holes, are catalyst of change and gateways between the cosmic plains.
“We created this name in hopes of personifying a living gateway between dimensions. We love science fiction and a few of us have extended education and degrees in science.” says drummer Joshua Ward.
Live the band’s concert theatrics is a show truly to entertain the crowd with an opus of metal while still satisfying their story lines in their music creating an intimate but relatable ambiance for fans, especially those who enjoy bands such as Dimmu Borgir, Fleshgod Apocalypse, The Faceless, Emperor, Black Crown Initiate.
For more info, please visit http://www.rapheumetswell.org/

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0 NEWS: Out Now! Montreal Power Metallers DEMISE OF THE CROWN Unleash Self-Title Debut

  • March 4, 2016
  • by Asher
  • · Demise of The Crown · Music News

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Montreal, QC – March 4, 2016

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For fans of Nevermore, Avenged Sevenfold, Opeth, Pantera, Arch Enemy

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Out Now! Montreal Power Metallers DEMISE OF THE CROWN Unleash Self-Title Debut

Upcoming Show Dates:
April 3 – Montreal, QC @ Piranha Bar – Wacken Metal Battle Canada – Event info

Brandish your weapons and bare your teeth in the battle for new world order with Montreal’s power metal quintet, DEMISE OF THE CROWN. They run the gambit from melodic power metal to hard rock weaved together with soaring solos reminiscent of Eddie Van Halen with undertones of Yngwie Malmsteen. The band’s sound has developed from progressive to a heavy metal band that has a pop format structure to the music in order to lure people into the realm of metal. Through many years of playing music with different people in the Montreal scene and slowly forming the official line up in 2014. Each member have spent their time paying dues in the local community and have banded together with the same goal and vision for a band determined to shake the foundation of power metal.

Guitarist, Manuel Iradian writes all the music, then handed off to Kevin “Kevy Metal” (drummer) to dress up each song with his high-speed, galloping rhythms, finally, Darren Beadman crafts the anthemic lyrics rousing crowds to chant along with an anarchistic frenzy. Each song is rooted in all basic human emotions; anger, lust, depression, happiness, death and revenge.

Influenced by headliners like Nevermore, Avenged Sevenfold, Opeth, Pantera, and Faith No More, the band is working their way up the royal blood line to cause chaos right alongside their heroes. They have performed with iconic bands like Hellyeah, Devin Townsend Project, 3 Inches Of Blood, Katatonia and Firewind. The band’s debut self titled album produced by Kevin Jardine (Uplift Studios, guitarist of Slaves On Dope) plus mastered by Joao Carvalho (Protest The Hero, Alexisonfire, Rush) is now available as of March 4th here in all its hectic and melodic glory.

Guitarist Manuel Iradian comments:

“We are proud to release our debut album. The tone of it is dark and melodic, has catchy choruses and face melting guitar solos. We would like to thank Kevin Jardine at Uplift Studios for doing a great job and being there for us in the rough times. This is only the beginning for the band as we are going back in the studio March 6th with producer extraordinaire Glen Robinson. So stay tuned and stay metal!”

To listen to the self-titled album, please visit the following link:

Bandcamp: http://demiseofthecrownofficial.bandcamp.com

Music Video – We Are Invincible – Watch here.
FREE Download – We Are Invincible – here.

1. We Are Invincible (4:23)
2. Human Denial (4:20)
3. Save Me (3:35)
4.Sides Of The Wave (4:30)
5. Don’t Worry (4:36)
6. Cold Dead Eyes (4:47)
7. Eons (4:37)
Album Length: 30:50
For more info, please visit https://www.facebook.com/Demise-of-the-Crown-58357974949/
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0 NEWS: Out Now! VAN HALST Unleash New Album ‘World of Make Believe’

  • March 4, 2016
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Van Halst

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NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – March 4, 2016

Album Promo Request here.

For Fans of In This Moment, Evanescence, Halestorm

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Out Now! VAN HALST Unleash New Album ‘World of Make Believe’

Upcoming Shows:
March 31 – Edmonton, AB @ The Mercury Room (Wacken Metal Battle Canada)
April 2 – Edmonton, AB @ Filthy McNasty’s (CD Release Show)
April 29 – Calgary, AB @ Overtime Sports Bar (Canada’s Extreme Metal RadioFest) – Event info

 

Photo Credit: Renee Robyn

Music Video – Save Me – Watch here.

Track Listing: Van Halst – World of Make Believe
1. The End (4:31)
2. Save Me (4:12)
3. Ryan’s Song (4:11)
4. World of Make Believe (3:46)
5. Questions (3:23)
6. Denying Eyes (4:08)
7. Monster (3:29)
8. Plastic Smile (5:11)
9. Put Him Down (4:33)
10. Perfect Storm (4:44)
Album Length:  42:14

     Edmonton, AB’s VAN HALST is a fierce, empowering force of hard rock fused with metal.  A project, which began as a solo artist for whom the band is named after — Kami Van Halst, has since become a full group producing socially conscious, lyrical tracks that focus on disenfranchised and marginalized populations. The band’s influences stay true to goth rock with Kami Van Halst demonstrating an agile vocal delivery in combination with pummeling growls. Lyrically, the band draws from black metal due to its focus on people suffering from isolation and rising to overcome the preconceptions of a judgmental society. In This Moment’s industrial fusion remains a primary influence for Van Halst, employing a sampler, synthesizer, and distorted vocals.

Kami Van Halst dominates as the vocalist performing both growls and soaring vocals (Surviving Suzanne), Scott Greene (Derina Harvey Band/Dirty Pool) and Strathon J. Bajowsky (Havok Way) craft the guitar work while Brendan McMillan (bass) (My Darkest Days) and Brett Seaton (drums) (Cultured by Fire) drive the rhythm section of the band. Kami’s range and virtuosic vocal ability always captivates an audience and her attitude on stage truly delivers the meaning behind the songs. The main writing forces for the band are Kami and Scott working together to give listeners a vivid image of social injustices. The band’s live performance is a theatric experience as the utilize full-costumes, make-up and stage props.

Their debut album ‘World of Make Believe’ is now available as of March 4th and can be picked up on iTunes and Bandcamp plus streaming at the following links below.

Vocalist Kami Van Halst comments about the album:
“We are so excited to be releasing this album. It’s been in the works for years and to finally have it out is an amazing feeling. Thank-you for all the support and we’ll see you on the road!”

Listen to ‘World of Make Believe’ at the following links:

Bandcamp: https://vanhalst.bandcamp.com/album/world-of-make-believe

Idobi Radio http://idobi.com/exclusive/premiere-van-halsts-new-album-world-of-make-believe/

For more info, please visit www.vanhalstmusic.com
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0 NEWS: Cinematic Metal Orchestra OPERUS Posts New Lyric Video ‘Maya And The Wolf’, Supporting Sonata Arctica In Toronto March 31st

  • March 3, 2016
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Operus

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Cinematic Metal Orchestra OPERUS Posts New Lyric Video ‘Maya And The Wolf’, Supporting Sonata Arctica In Toronto March 31st

Upcoming Show Dates:

March 31 – Toronto, ON @ The Opera House w/ Sonata Arctica – Event info

EP Stream – Opus I – http://operus.bandcamp.com/album/opus-i

Toronto, ON based OPERUS creates compositions of heavy classical influenced metal without restriction on creativity in expressing thoughts and emotions from the brainchild of band founder Oscar Rangel. Unleashing their four track debut EP ‘Opus I’ during November 2015, the band have posted a new lyric video for their track ‘Maya And The Wolf’, which can be viewed at the following link below.

“I believe ‘Maya & the Wolf ‘ is the most interesting song in the album, its sound is very classical, yet the story telling in the lyrics and the instrumentation gives it folkish undertones as well. This is the song we chose to produce a lyric video for because we believe this is the most “relatable” song in the EP and yet it still sounds heavy and it is clear that its part of a metal album. The instrumental part in the middle is one of the many “band solo” sections I have worked over the years using mainly the counterpoint composition technique, where all the instruments play different melodies at once to build up a very interesting sounding passage.” comments band founder Oscar Rangel.

Listen and watch ‘Maya And The Wolf’ – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7BStl55-0AQ

operus - maya & the wolf [lyric video]

In addition, OPERUS will be local support for Sonata Arctica’s Toronto tour date on March 31st at The Opera House. Full details on the event can found here.

1. Agmen Inis (5:27)
2. Fate’s Pantomime (5:17)
3. The Book of Shadows (3:56)
4. Maya & The Wolf (6:38)
EP Length: 21:19

About:
Toronto, ON based OPERUS creates compositions of heavy classical influenced metal without restriction on creativity in expressing thoughts and emotions from the brainchild of band founder Oscar Rangel.

“I have always been a huge fan of performing arts, not only music, but also theater, circus, and contemporary dance, some ballet, etc. I always wanted to combine as many of my influences as possible that includes many metal sub-genres and other disciplines, hence I started roaming towards the idea of “Opera”, but more in the classical sense, and less in the modern “metal opera” movement (Avantasia, Aina, and many more).” says Rangel.

First composing in Mexico before relocating to Toronto, ON, the solo project at the time went under the name ‘Masquerade of Opera’ and went on to record a demo in 2009 entitled “Winter Nightmare”, which was named after Rangel’s first cold winter of that year in Canada.

Fast forward five years later to 2014, Rangel who is also a former member of Annihilator and bassist for Mastery, changed the name of his project to OPERUS to better describe it and push towards creating a bigger production.

““Operus” Stems from the combination of two highly “classical” words: “Opus”, which was used in the previous times to mark musical creations (Opus 1 = creation 1). And “Opera” which is a form of theater where the script is performed singing.” says Rangel.

Recruiting Will Patterson (Vocals) (ex-Anurysm, ex-Exile), Robin Howe (Cello), Wojtek Sokolowski (Bass/Vocals) (Eclipse Eternal), Rob Holden (Guitar) (ex-Left Hand Creation) and Alan Madhavan (Drums) (ex-Nephelium) (now replaced by drummer J.J. Tartaglia (Skull Fist, Final Trigger)), the group recorded their first EP ‘Opus I’ with all instrumentation written by Rangel (Guitar/Vocals).

The debut EP ‘Opus I’ was unleashed during November 2015 and features four tracks of cinematic themes of powerful metal to fill fans mind with images and stories with a sound based on lyrics from philosophical topics such as what it means to be human and alive in a world full of violence, greed plus our evolution as a species.

“We felt these tracks display the most of what we sound like. We wanted our debut EP to portrait as much of the textures and colours we put in our music. Plus “Opus I” as it states our first creation is an “introduction letter” for everyone to know who we are, we made it all ourselves and now that we have something to show we are working on a bigger project.” comments Rangel.

With the completion of their EP, Rangel has several albums worth of finished material ready to go for their debut full length that they plan to record later this year to add to their performance that goes beyond a music show or a metal gig, but a full on metal orchestrated experience.

For more info, please visit http://www.operusofficial.com.

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0 Canadian Metallers ODIUM Posts New ‘Terraform’ Album Teaser ‘Displacement of Hope’; ‘Terraform’ Due Out Oct 23rd; Offer Free Download ‘Return To Form’

  • October 8, 2015
  • by Asher
  • · Music News · Odium

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Canadian Metallers ODIUM Posts New ‘Terraform’ Album Teaser ‘Displacement of Hope’

‘Terraform’ Due Out Oct 23rd

Offer Free Download ‘Return To Form’ 

L-R – Joe Mullen – Drums | Bo Louther – Guitar | Andrew Fullerton – Vocals | Marc Dobson – Guitar | Jake Fortney – Bass/Vocals (Photo Credit – SUPERMANIAK)

Song Stream – Failure II – Listen here

      ODIUM has been operating out of Hanover, Ontario producing dark, yet melodic metal layered with fast-paced gruff bellows, resonating vocals, and pounding instrumentals for nearly a decade. After releasing an EP, two full-length records plus a line up change, the band is gearing up for their third album ‘Terraform’ due outon October 23, 2015 and before its release they have posted a new teaser for their track ‘Displacement of Hope’ at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZY2toYMil4
 

ODIUM is also offering fans a FREE DOWNLOAD of their latest single ‘Return To Form’ at the following link: https://odium1.bandcamp.com/track/return-to-form 
Album Pre-Order (available Oct 2)- https://www.kt8merch.com/store/pages/18414/Odium.htm 
Upcoming Show Dates:
Nov 20 – Richmond Tavern – London, ON – Event info here
Nov 21 – Rockpile West – Toronto, ON

Track Listing: Odium – Terraform
1. Odyssey (2:26)
2. Feral Inversion (5:04)
3. Centipedes (3:43)
4. Return to Form (4:26)
5. Delusion (4:18)
6. Dead (4:16)
7. Failure II (4:17)
8. Obsolete (4:46)
9. The Cell (4:48)
10. Redemption (3:48)
11. Displacement of Hope (6:00)
Album Length: 47:57

About:

ODIUM’s goal is to write heavy and melodic music, while constantly developing their style from album to album. The instrumentals lend their tone and energy to invite more versatility in the vocals in each song. Their passion for performing live and incredible stage energy has allowed them to open for Alexisonfire, The Agonist, Beneath the Massacre, Divinity, Moneen, and Fuck the Facts.

The lyrics invite listeners to take a journey through despair, while the bass and drums drive the rhythm, the guitars straddle the line between pure aggression and melodic riffs. For ODIUM there has always been a pattern of evolution over the past few years that allows them to continuously create multi-genre influenced music. The band is comprised of Joe Mullen, Jake Fortney, Andrew Fullerton, Bo Louther, Marc Dobson, who have come from various bands such as Archaea/Willfall.

The bands name is defined as ‘disgraceful hate’ however after the past 10 years they have come to see the band name relating directly to perseverance. ODIUM has a foundation of trust which creates a bond likened to that of a brotherhood. The dedication and teamwork within the band is based on respect, and because the internal bond is so strong they are able to create a meaningful connection with fans.

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“Standouts like the album’s opening title track pit detuned, jud-judding six-strings and double-kick drum rhythms with singer Thomas Emmans’s varied vocal styles, which run from Maynard James Keenan-styled creep-crooning to esophagus-annihilating screams.” – Exclaim!

“Loud and fast but also melodic and complex,  fan of acts like Killswitch Engage and Lamb of God will not be disappointed.” – London Metro News

“Odium are very good at what they do, namely melodic Death Metal. This Canadian quintet have a lot going for them…competent and execute the form very well… There are some nice orchestrated atmospheric moments such as at the beginning of ‘Insomina’” – Metal-Rules.com

“Odium posses very distinctive and strong melodic leanings, catchy riffing and undeniable prowess on the performing front – especially with the clean/growl vocal trade-off and the tight rhythm section….cuts like the thrashy “Viral By Nature”, “Within the Distraction” and the title track, perfectly blend with the more expansive sound of “No Way Out” and the melancholic quasi-ballad “The Descent” among others to deliver a decently solid piece of modern Metal. ” – PureGrainAudio.com

“The thing with a band like Odium is that they know how to walk that line between full on heavy, thrashed out metal and melody. It’s definitely their style, but they only seem to turn it on where it’s necessary, and that speaks to a much wider audience.” – Juliette Jagger – AlanCross.ca

0 Exclaim! Exclusive Video Premiere: Sask’s BONFIRE ‘Mom’s Garden’ + New EP Out Now!

  • October 7, 2015
  • by Asher
  • · Bonfire · Music News

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Exclaim! Exclusive Video Premiere: Sask’s BONFIRE ‘Mom’s Garden’ + New EP Out Now! 

 

Top (left to right): Thomas Gelley (bass), Kurt Wolfe (drums), Greg Demers (guitar/vocals), James Wojak (guitar) – Photo credit: Jeremy Britz

      

     Saskatchewan’s post-hardcore outfit Bonfire are teaming up with Exclaim! Magazine to exclusively premiere their new music video ‘Mom’s Garden’, the title track from their new EP that was released on October 2nd plus was produced and mastered by Karl Shubach from Misery Signals.

The video showcases a beautifully lit room that matches the warmth coming from the band performing ‘Mom’s Garden.’ There is little to no eye contact for the duration of the video to enhance the melancholic atmosphere portrayed in the lyrics and tone of the song. The band is bringing their signature brand of energetic yet somber movement that embodies their post-hardcore, folk-infused music.

“Thank you to Exclaim! for hosting the premiere of our music video ‘Mom’s Garden’ the title track of our debut EP. The video was directed by the talented Dylan Hryciuk of Versa Films. The video captures the sombre tone of the music and lyrics through a warm colour palette, as well as depicts the intensity and emotion of our live performances through quick and creative cinematography. We couldn’t be happier to share it and deeply encourage you to check it out. This release has meant the world to us, and we are unbelievably excited to finally release it!” – Kurt Wolfe (Drums)

‘Mom’s Garden’ can be watched at the following link: http://exclaim.ca/Music/article/bonfire-moms_garden_video 

Bonfire are giving the option to fans to purchase ‘Mom’s Garden’ as pay what you want on their bandcamp page here – http://bonfiresk.bandcamp.com. 

 

Track Listing

1. Snow Crest

2. Mom’s Garden

3. What About Your Girl

4. A Darker Shade of Grey

Album Credits: All song, written and performed by Bonfire, Produced and mastered by Karl Shubach

Album Line Up: Greg Demers (Guitar/Vocals), James Wojak (Guitar), Thomas Gelley (Bass), Kurt Wolfe (Drums)

Biography:

Bonfire creates dark, honest music painted through sorrowful lyrics and a haunting guitar tone. The four piece hails from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and features members of Hhogwash and other local bands from the hardcore scene.

Lyrically Greg Demers (guitar/vocals) draws from family issues, relationships, and in general low points in life to compose an image for listeners. Thomas Gelley (Bass) and James Wojak (guitar) generate the resonating instrumentals while Kurt Wolfe (drums) drives the songs forward.

Despite the emotional lyrics and dreary instrumentals their passion and energy on stage is explosive, yet sombre. Bonfire started in 2012 and since then has released Adderall (demo) and a split with Newborn last year.

The band is releasing ‘Mom’s Garden’ Fri., Oct. 2, along with a fall tour across Eastern Canada.

For more info, please visit http://www.facebook.com/BonfireSK

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“Though they’ve been dropping songs online over the past couple weeks, and will be putting more up over the next few as well, getting people hyped about a new album they have coming out. Bread from Flipper and Low, The Melvins and Harvey Milk, if this is the future of Hardcore, or Post-Hardcore, or whatever genre people are calling it, I need to check out more shows.” – Deadcitypress.ca

 

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