NOROTH & MORTUAL RELEASE SPLIT ALBUM

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Two of the most compelling names in today's underground death metal scene are set to collide in one devastating release. NOROTH (USA) and MORTUAL (Costa Rica) proudly announce their upcoming split album, arriving October 30th, 2026 on 12" vinyl via Night Terrors Records (Netherlands) and CD/MC via Goat Throne Records (USA).

Bringing together six brand-new tracks and one cover, the split showcases two bands that continue to champion the timeless values of death metal: memorable riffs, carefully crafted songwriting and an uncompromising dedication to atmosphere over excess. In an era where technical display and sonic density often overshadow composition, NOROTH and MORTUAL stand apart by writing songs that linger long after the final note fades.

NOROTH contribute three exclusive tracks, expanding upon the cavernous and battle-scarred sound that has established them as one of the strongest emerging forces in American death metal. Their material seamlessly blends suffocating heaviness with haunting melodies and a sense of organic flow that recalls the genre's finest traditions without ever feeling derivative.

On the other side, MORTUAL unleash four new songs steeped in blasphemy, violence and relentless aggression. The Costa Rican quartet delivers their most focused and punishing material to date, balancing savage intensity with memorable riffing and a commanding sense of dynamics that reflects years of dedication to the underground.

The first taste of the split is available now through Decibel, with both premiere tracks streaming online:

NOROTH – "Tongue ov Soot and Ash"

MORTUAL – "Eclipse of Dominion"

Coinciding with the release, NOROTH will embark on a European tour alongside American death metal legends Drawn And Quartered, running from October 29th through November 13th, 2026, with booking handled by Killtown Bookings.

Tracklist:

1. Noroth - Crowned in Pestilence

2. Noroth - Tongue ov Soot and Ash

3. Noroth - Sepulchre ov Hollowed Eyes

4. Mortual - Eclipse of Dominion

5. Mortual - Crown of Unbeing

6. Mortual - Sanctified Decay

7. Mortual - Black Magic (Slayer Cover)

NOROTH

https://noroth.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/norothovcascadia/

https://www.facebook.com/norothovcascadia/

MORTUAL

https://mortualofficial.bandcamp.com/

https://instagram.com/mortualofficial

https://www.facebook.com/mortualofficial/

Night Terrors Records

https://night-terrors-records.net/

https://night-terrors-records.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/night_terrors_records/

https://www.facebook.com/p/Night-Terrors-Records-100088326873332/

Goat Throne Records

https://goatthrone.com/

https://goatthronerecords.bandcamp.com/

https://instagram.com/goat_throne_records

https://www.facebook.com/GoatThrone-Records-1864488227201406

OMBRA RELEASE "NIGHT TERROR"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Emerging Montreal metal trio OMBRA has officially released their debut EP "Night Terror," out now as of September 14th, 2026. Rooted in old‑school thrash, sludge, groove metal, and psychedelic rock, the five‑track conceptual project delivers a visceral, front‑to‑back descent into fear, obsession, chemical collapse, and the psychological weight of modern life, blending raw emotion, razor‑sharp riffs, and the band’s signature fusion of horror and real‑world chaos.

​Formed by lifelong friends Giuseppe “G” Criniti (vocals/guitar), Marco Sisti (guitar/bass), and Nico‑Angelo Sisti (drums), OMBRA evolved naturally from their previous cult acts NRTH and Hidden Pride. The trio grew up together in Lachine, attended the same schools, and came from families who immigrated from Italy together, making the band’s formation feel less like a decision and more like destiny. In late 2020, G and Marco left NRTH to pursue heavier music, and Nico, Marco’s cousin and a respected drummer in the Montreal scene, joined shortly after departing Hidden Pride.

​A true concept EP about fear, collapse, and the human condition, "Night Terror" was written between 2021 and 2026. The EP reflects the band’s lived experiences and observations of a decade marked by upheaval, media distortion, obsession, war, and emotional collapse. The EP is intentionally designed as a continuous experience from Track 1 "Hysteria" through Track 5 "So It Goes", each chapter deepening the psychological descent:

​​"We wrote this EP as a reflection of our own experiences, feelings, and emotions throughout the last few years. The world has gone through so much change, turmoil, and war; this EP is our commentary on some of the major events of the last decade. Our objective is to encourage others to explore their own minds, make their own opinions, and live true to themselves. This EP reflects our thoughts and observations. We encourage all individuals to express themselves freely through art, speech, and any medium they see fit." - Ombra.

Recommended for fans of Power Trip, High On Fire, Motörhead, Mastodon, Testament, and Rammstein, "Night Terror" is now available on all digital platforms at https://too.fm/eab92od.

Single Streams:

“Blue Dream” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5UmQA60mlM​

“Stitches” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FimmvegfZ_M​

“Hysteria” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7mDZ-4uXrY​

Track Listing:​

1. Hysteria (4:15)

2. Stitches (4:43)

3. Blue Dream (3:46)

4. Night Terror (5:44)

5. So It Goes (3:06)

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​Album and Live Band Lineup:​

Giuseppe Criniti - Vocals / Lead Guitar

Marco Sisti - Rhythm Guitar / Bass

Nico-Angelo Sisti - Drums

More info:

https://ombra.band/​

​https://www.instagram.com/@abandcalledombra​

​https://www.facebook.com/people/OMBRA/61582909783052/