HECATE ENTHRONED UNLEASH NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO: "DEATHLESS IN THE DRYAD GLADE"

 

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HECATE ENTHRONED UNLEASH NEW SINGLE/MUSIC VIDEO FOR “DEATHLESS IN THE DRYAD GLADE”

Titans of UK Symphonic Black Metal Declare a New Era of Ruin May 29th; Pre-Order Now

HECATE ENTHRONED, the legendary architects of British symphonic black metal, have emerged from the shadows to reclaim their dark dominion. Today, they unveil the official music video and single for “Deathless in the Dryad Glade,” a visceral descent into the primordial shadow.

This haunting incantation serves as the second glimpse into their upcoming opus, 'The Corpse of a Titan, A Lament Long Buried', set to be unleashed upon the world on May 29th via M-Theory Audio.

"Deathless in the Dryad Glade is a chronicle of being led astray by malevolent woodland entities," proclaims vocalist Joe Stamps. "It is a tale of cosmic horror and a transformation where one becomes 'one with nature' in the most unsettling and permanent of ways."

Captured through the lens of Jack Maguire, the music video for “Deathless in the Dryad Glade” is a masterwork of atmospheric dread. It seamlessly weaves the band's trademark symphonic grandeur with a raw, vicious energy.

WATCH “Deathless in the Dryad Glade”:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hhu8CKkRuiE

PREVIOUS VIDEO/SINGLE: “Gallery of Rotting Portraits”  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyS7z94yEUk

Scheduled for a global manifestation HECATE ENTHRONED new album, The Corpse of a Titan, A Lament Long Buried,’ is set for release on May 29th, the new full-length will be available in multiple physical forms:

Digipak CD

Limited-Edition Colored Vinyl: 250 copies of Boreal Light (EU) and 250 copies of Draconic Vision (US).

Digital Platforms

Exclusive Ritual Bundles: Limited pre-order packages featuring exclusive t-shirt designs (must pre-order by May 8)

CLAIM YOUR COPY: M-Theory Audio Store | Official Bandcamp

(Orders ship from US or Europe based on your location, or for UK fans order directly from Plastichead

Produced by the band alongside Dan Abela (Akercocke, Anaal Nathrakh), the album has been mixed and mastered to deliver maximum sonic devastation. The visual identity of the record was forged by Erskine Designs (Inanimate Existence, Bleed The Sky), capturing the ancient myths and legends that fuel the lyrics.

“These are huge, epic, hard-hitting songs carved in the traditional Hecate way,” says bassist Dylan Hughes. “It is a menacing veil delivered with a crisp, modern punch.”

One of the UK underground's longest-running and most respected acts, HECATE ENTHRONED has been praised by the likes of Terrorizer for their “mixture of death metal aggression with black metal atmosphere” while New Noise Magazine declares them “an absolute must for fans of extreme gothic metal.” Originally co-founded in Wales by guitarist Nigel Dennen in the mid-1990s, the band is dedicated to delivering their own brand of evil metal with little regard to politics or the trends of popular demand. The group's 1997 full-length, the Andy Sneap-produced ‘The Slaughter Of Innocence, A Requiem For The Mighty’ (Blackend Records), was a seminal release in the then-burgeoning orchestral black metal movement, and since then, five more studio outputs including their M-Theory Audio debut in 2019 with the ‘Embrace Of The Godless Aeon’ (HECATE ENTHRONED's first recording with vocalist Joe Stamps) and numerous live performances have firmly established the band as one of extreme metal's most important voices.

For more info:

www.m-theoryaudio.com

www.facebook.com/hecateenthroned

www.instagram.com/hecateenthronedofficial

https://hecateenthroned.bandcamp.com

 

HECATE ENTHRONED is:

Joe Stamps – Vocals

Nige Dennan – guitar

Andy Milnes – guitar

Dylan Hughes – bass

Pete White – piano/keyboards

Matt Holmes – drums

SCHATTENVALD RELEASE VIDEO FOR "DÄMMERTAGE"

 

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German Epic Black Metallers "Schattenvald", active since 1998, release their new video to the song "Dämmertage".

Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ME6trF6Q75g

"Dämmertage" is the opening track of the band´s new album "Alle Hernach" that will be released through Solistitium Records on April 26th. 

"Alle Hernach" tracklist:

1.Dämmertage 04:28

2.Auf alten Pfaden 04:43

3.Die alte Mühl' im wilden Wald 07:16

4.Der Nachtwanderer 07:52

5.Im Nachtenschein 06:38

6.Wenn dereinst der Berg rief 08:43

7.Winterland / Alle Hernach 06:54

The 'Alle Hernach' album by SCHATTENVALD is the first professionally recorded album by the band. It is not an utterly new one but puts old songs upon the right level. Re-arrangements, high quality recording, mixing and mastering shows what it was always meant to be.

SCHATTENVALD recording line-up:

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Nachtsturm - Guitars, Drums, Synths

Iskharian - Vocals

Tyrann - Bass

recorded, mixed and mastered at Nightside Audio studio

cover artwork by Benjamin König/Sperber Illustrationen

https://solistitium.com/

https://www.instagram.com/solistitiumrecords

https://www.facebook.com/solistitiumrecords

https://www.facebook.com/people/Schattenvald/100048408341614/

https://www.instagram.com/schattenvald_official/

https://schattenvald.bandcamp.com/

ETERNIOS RELEASE NEW SINGLE: "REQUIEM FOR THE NORTH"

 

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Vancouver’s ETERNIOS Summons the Northern Frost with New Single “Requiem for the North”

Sophomore Album Coming In 2026

Rising Blackened Symphonic Death Metal force Eternios return with their monumental new single “Requiem of the North,” the title track from their highly anticipated sophomore album due out in late 2026. The single marks the next evolution of the project originally founded by multi‑instrumentalist and composer Colin Ryley (Hyperia, Bayonet Dismemberment), who launched Eternios as a studio‑only creative outlet before expanding it into a full live band.

​Following the acclaimed 2025 debut “Mysterium,” praised for its fusion of aggressive black metal and sweeping orchestral arrangements, Eternios now sharpen their vision with a colder, more expansive sound rooted deeply in the landscapes that inspired it.

​​“Requiem for the North” is both a musical and emotional centerpiece for the upcoming album.

“This single and the album in general are my love letter to the northern wilderness of Canada. I’ve spent countless hours roaming the forests and mountains of Western Canada. That cold, melancholic silence you feel surrounded by snow and frost is something I wanted to channel directly into the music,” says Colin.

The track erupts with blast beats, tremolo‑picked harmonies, and sweeping orchestral layers before shifting into a massive, melodic chorus. A neo‑classical C‑section and a soaring dual‑guitar outro push the composition into cinematic territory, blending extreme aggression with haunting beauty.

​Colin describes Eternios’ sonic identity in five words: Melodic, Aggressive, Melancholic, Intricate, Fast.

​​“Requiem for the North” embodies all of these traits while offering a polished and expanded version of the sound established on Mysterium. With the transition toward live performance, vocalist Marlee Ryley (Hyperia) now fronts the band, allowing Colin to focus fully on guitar and orchestrations.

​​“I’m very proud of how the single turned out. I think it’s a great representation of what’s coming on the full‑length. I hope fans of extreme black metal and extreme melodic metal both find something to connect with,” adds Colin.

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The single’s artwork, created by renowned artist Mike Hrubovcak (Visual Darkness), is a chilling preview of the full album’s visual world.

​​“It’s very winter‑heavy. Icy blues, whites, and music notation swirling out of a polar blizzard. Mike’s work with Imperial Crystalline Entombment is some of my favourite black metal artwork ever, so collaborating with him was incredible,” says Colin.

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​Eternios remains a deeply personal project at its core. Colin explains further.

“All the songs were written by me, usually locked away for hours piecing together structures and symphonic arrangements until I’m satisfied. The music almost always comes first. The lyrics are shaped by the imagery the music creates.”

​​While the debut album was entirely written, performed, and produced by Colin Ryley, the new era of Eternios will see more collaboration as the full lineup solidifies. “Requiem for the North,” the album, will feature nine original tracks and one cover, delivering a sweeping journey through frostbitten atmospheres, melodic aggression, and symphonic grandeur. The album is expected in Spring 2026, with more singles to follow.

​​“This album contains all the darkness, harmony, and aggression that define Eternios. The songs have been flowing naturally, and I expect many more albums to come,” adds Colin.

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Listen to “Requiem for the North” via its lyric video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqVA0cWHoc8

https://www.facebook.com/eterniosmetal​

​https://www.instagram.com/eterniosmetal

https://eternios.bandcamp.com/

DAIDALOS RELEASE "DANTE"

 

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The new album “Dante” by Daidalos is out worldwide via Rockshots Records.

​Founded in 2020 by multi-instrumentalist and composer Tobias Püschner, Daidalos has quickly shaped a distinctive voice in the modern symphonic black metal scene. With “Dante”, the project reaches a new level of intensity and vision, transforming the descent into Hell into a psychological journey through doubt, despair, and revelation.

​Darker, more focused and more dramatic than ever, the album blends massive orchestration, razor-sharp guitars and a powerful emotional arc, creating a cinematic and immersive listening experience. Each track is built from a single piano idea inspired by Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy, evolving into a continuous black-metal audio drama in which interludes and songs merge into a cohesive descent.

​Entirely composed and performed by Püschner and produced by Nahuel Lozano (Mental Cruelty), “Dante” stands as a bold and personal work that pushes the boundaries of symphonic black metal into something deeply atmospheric and narrative-driven.

​For fans of: Dimmu Borgir, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Septicflesh.

New album “Dante” out now as of February 20th, 2026, from Rockshots Records.

CD Version of "Dante" - https://rockshots.eu/products/daidalos-inferno-cd​

LP Version of "Dante" - https://rockshots.eu/products/daidalos-inferno-lp​

Add to your Spotify playlist - https://open.spotify.com/album/0cwWz3bBX0Y80XhB1MMeTP​

Lyric Video - Dis - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pq90saioITY​

Visaulizer - Euphobia - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YP2Wg-R3VpQ​

Track Listing:​

1. Dante – 2:18

2. Inferno – 3:42

3. Ashes – 4:22

4. Storm – 4:05

5. Minos – 0:30

6. King – 4:00

7. Styx – 2:08

8. Gate – 0:20

9. Dis – 4:15

10. Phlegethon – 1:18

11. Malebolge – 0:40

12. Euphobia – 4:54

13. Ultimatum – 4:19

Album Length: 36:51

Daidalos Line-Up:​

Tobias Püschner; Vocals, Drums, Keyboards, Orchestrations, Songwriting, Production

More info: Rockshots.eu | Instagram.com/daidalosmusic | Facebook.com/daidalosband​

Daidalos is the brainchild of German composer and multi-instrumentalist Tobias Püschner, founded in 2020 as a creative outlet merging black metal, orchestration and conceptual storytelling. What began during the isolation of the pandemic quickly evolved into a full artistic vision - a fusion of cinematic grandeur and the emotional depth of extreme metal.

The debut album "The Expedition" (2022, Rockshots Records / Extreme Metal Music) introduced Daidalos as a unique force in the symphonic black metal scene. Entirely written and performed by Püschner, the album reimagined the tragic story of the Franklin expedition through a vast and icy soundscape where atmosphere and aggression met in perfect tension. Critics praised its originality and ambition, calling it a “symphonic extreme metal masterpiece” (AMMO Underground) and “an album that captures imagination and balances beauty with intensity” (GBHBL).

Building upon that foundation, Püschner continued to refine his approach - weaving together cinematic orchestrations, classical influences and the raw intensity of black and death metal. Collaborating with Nahuel Lozano (Mental Cruelty) on guitars, recording, and production, Daidalos shaped its signature sound: monumental, dramatic and deeply emotional.

Across his work, Püschner treats music as a form of storytelling - each record conceived as a self-contained world. His compositions often explore historical, philosophical and spiritual themes portrayed through the lens of symphonic black metal and theatrical expression.

With "Dante" (2026), Daidalos reaches a new artistic chapter: not a retelling but a reinterpretation of the Divine Comedy, where doubt, despair and revelation intertwine. Yet the core remains the same - the search for meaning in darkness, expressed through meticulous orchestration, intense vocal delivery and the balance between aggression and melancholy that defines Daidalos.

TERRAMORTA RELEASE "THE FADING LUMINA´S EMBRACE"

 

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TERRAMORTA is a portuguese is a symphonic black death metal band formed in 2022. The band has released two albums: "Chronophobia" from 2024 and now "The Fading Lumina´s Embrace" in the last days of 2025.

In 2025 Terramorta revamps it's sound and appearence to embrace the vision of innevitable march of time and the consequent despair of experience of life and death. This record is about the emotions and aspirations of man,from fear of death by a terminal disease fueled by superstion to the feeling of Injustice and deep desire to rebel. In the end Terramorta brings a blend of black/death/symphonic metal with aethereal atmosphere, echoing the feelings of raw mixture of the most depraved human emotions that won't leave anyone indifferent.

"The band works with intrinsic care to the composition,the symphonies,and an exigent production.They promise an imponent live sound,with brutal instrumentals and solemn vocals."

In 26/12/2025 without any previous communication they release the second album, "The Fading Lumina’s Embrace".

Produced, recorded, mixed and mastered by Carlos Ribeiro at Pike Studios.

Artwork by Carlos Ribeiro.

Label – Magnus Pike Records

Recording Musicians:

Guitar and Orchestra – Carlos Ribeiro ( Nero Sangrus )

Guitar – Cris?ano Fonseca ( Sargervs )

Bass – Adriana Silvares ( Red Queen )

Drums – Robin Stone

Vocals – Dan Vesca

Song list:

1 – Baba Yaga

2 – Caronte

3 – Fog of War – special guest – Daniela Costa (Trabalhadores do Comércio)

4 – Deliberate Killing of Oneself

5 – Agent of Change – special guest – Enrico Di Lorenzo (Hideous Divinity)

6 – March of the Forsaken

7 – Sovereign of the Void

8 – Sic Semper Tyrannis

9 – Light Imprisoned – special guest – Derek Sherinian (ex-Dream Theater)

10 – The Fading Lumina’s Embrace

Links:

Fog of War – Lyric Video:

hkps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNaSBhBkurY&list=RDMMbNaSBhBkurY&start_radio=1

BandCamp full album:

hkps://terramortaofficial.bandcamp.com/album/the-fading-luminas-embrace

Facebook: hkps://www.facebook.com/terramorta.official

Instagram: hkps://www.instagram.com/terramorta.official/

CHRONICLER OF ARDUL RELEASE "SOUNDS OF ARDUL"

 

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Chronicler Of Ardul

Sounds of Ardul

10 April 2026

Sounds of Ardul is a sweeping orchestral journey into the dark fantasy realm of Ardul, composed by David Williams of CHRONICLER OF ARDUL. Instead of relying on metal elements, the album embraces cinematic storytelling through rich symphonic textures, intimate folk tunes, and atmospheric worldbuilding. Each track feels like a moment from a larger adventure, guiding listeners through taverns, shadowed forests, ancient mists, and violent clashes. With recurring motifs, emotional character themes, and evocative arrangements, Sounds of Ardul invites audiences to step directly into the world itself, experiencing its wonder, danger, and humanity firsthand.

“Watch Over Me (feat. EXILED HOPE)” opens the album as a bardic folk song carried by clean guitar, violin, hand percussion, and the expressive voice of Sofia Frasz, following a lost traveler yearning for home while navigating the perilous roads of Ardul. “Watch Over Me (Village Version)” shifts to a smaller, more comforting space, portraying the safety and simplicity found within village walls through a short instrumental loop of guitar and violin. “You’re Gone (feat. SYYN)” brings the emotional weight of loss to the forefront, with Aaron Johnson III delivering a somber tavern ballad about love, its fleeting beauty, and the devastating revelation of death that reshapes the meaning of each chorus.

The album’s worldbuilding takes a lively turn with “Oh Me Oh My,” a rowdy late-night tavern song featuring vocals by David Williams, built from stomps, claps, bottle taps, and a catchy refrain meant for drunken patrons. “Woodlands” ventures outside into the dark beauty of Ardul’s forests using strings, harp, clarinet, piano, and choir to evoke mystery and deceptive warmth. Its variations expand that setting: “Woodlands (Alternate Version)” isolates the listener with cello, piano, and harp, while “Woodlands (Battle Theme)” heightens the danger with brass, percussion, and rhythmic urgency as hidden threats reveal themselves.

“In the Mists of the Myrewood (Remastered)” returns to the foundational themes of the larger Ardul mythos. A solo piano piece born early in the project’s history, it whispers with darkness and elegance, building into the thick, treacherous fog that defines the Myrewood. “Veiled Truth” explores moral ambiguity through shifting strings, piano, choir, and guitar, reflecting the uneasy question of whether familiar faces can be trusted. “Unwelcomed Guests” continues the rising tension with timpani heartbeats, clacking percussion, unsettling strings, and a divided choir as an unwelcome figure approaches with unclear intentions.

“To Arms! (String Quintet)” marks the snapping point where conflict erupts, delivering an intimate yet fierce battle theme reminiscent of classic RPG duels. “Temporary Respite” pulls the listener back into calm with soft piano and choir, offering a resting place after turmoil. “Moments From Disaster” churns with heavy drums, tense strings, rumbling voices, and pounding piano, capturing the split second before catastrophe when every instinct screams to act.

“Underground” descends into the cold, winding depths beneath Ardul where dissonant strings, heavy drums, male drones, and brooding piano create deliberate disorientation. “Underground (Alternate Version)” tightens the space to a quieter but more claustrophobic passage lit by a single torch. “To Arms!” unleashes the full symphonic battle, a large-scale conflict with expanded orchestration and dramatic intensity.

The album’s final bard song, “Zarek the Bloody,” introduces a legendary figure whose reputation is both heroic and ominous. With accordion, bass, percussion, and vocals by David Williams, the piece hints at Zarek’s deeds, the cursed blade he wields, and his place in the greater Ardul narrative.

Sounds of Ardul also includes extended ten-minute looping versions of twelve tracks, crafted for worldbuilders, tabletop players, writers, and listeners who want to immerse themselves even further. As the third pillar of CHRONICLER OF ARDUL’s overarching project, this album expands the world’s scope while maintaining musical motifs that connect past works to future stories. 

About CHRONICLER OF ARDUL:

CHRONICLER OF ARDUL is the cinematic dark fantasy project created by composer and multi-instrumentalist David Williams, blending orchestral storytelling with the atmosphere and intensity of extreme music. Formed in 2023, the project explores the mythic world of Ardul through three creative pillars: metal, orchestral composition, and written narrative. Every release expands the lore, using recurring motifs, character themes, and emotional worldbuilding to connect albums, stories, and songs into one cohesive universe. Influenced by SHADOW OF INTENT, MENTAL CRUELTY, Nobuo Uematsu, and Yasunori Nishiki, CHRONICLER OF ARDUL approaches concept music with the depth of a novel and the drama of a film score.

The project began as an idea in 2015 and has since grown into a multi-medium saga, starting with the Myrewood EP in 2023 and continuing with Sword of Virné and accompanying short stories. Williams handles all writing, recording, mixing, and artwork, giving the project a distinct voice anchored in emotional honesty and narrative purpose. Every melody is intentional and often foreshadows future events in the overarching story, creating a world that rewards close listening. CHRONICLER OF ARDUL stands as a unique fusion of fantasy, composition, and immersive storytelling, inviting listeners not only to hear the music but to live within the world it creates.

Connect with CHRONICLER OF ARDUL:

Official Website: chroniclerofardul.com

Bandcamp: https://chroniclerofardul.bandcamp.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Chronicler-of-Ardul-100063489851273

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chronicler_of_ardul

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ChroniclerOfArdul

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5h3LfVFyzZA7Tl0eBhQxKg

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/chronicler-of-ardul/1678862672

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chronicler_of_ardul

EPIC DEATH RELEASE VIDEO FOR "ODIN THE SEER"

 

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Epic Death Releases New Music Video for “Odin the Seer” — Watch It Now on YouTube

Celebrating 15 Years of Darkness, Power, and The Seer

Houston, TX – Texas-based symphonic death metal juggernauts Epic Death have just unleashed their brand-new music video for the track “Odin the Seer” , now streaming exclusively on YouTube!

The video comes hot on the heels of the band’s critically acclaimed sophomore album, The Seer , which is out now and already making waves in the underground metal scene. This powerful visual accompaniment to “Odin the Seer” showcases the band’s signature blend of blackened thrash, brutal death metal, and majestic symphonic elements—all wrapped in a mythological, apocalyptic narrative that is as cinematic as it is crushing.

Earlier this year, Epic Death marked their 15th anniversary with the release of an in-depth documentary chronicling the making of The Seer . Premiered on April 10, 2025, on YouTube, the film offers fans a raw, behind-the-scenes look into the creative firestorm behind the album. From the first riff to the final mix, the documentary captures the passion, struggles, and triumphs of crafting an album that elevates the band’s already epic sound.

Now with the release of the “Odin the Seer” video, fans can witness another layer of this sonic journey—brought to life through powerful visuals, ritualistic themes, and an atmosphere dripping with Norse prophecy and doom.

Watch the official music video for “Odin the Seer” now: https://youtu.be/3JC04Qt1JQE

Stream or purchase The Seer now: 🎧 https://epicdeath.hearnow.com/the-seer

About Epic Death:

Hailing from Houston, Texas, Epic Death forges an unholy alliance of technical death metal, thrash, black metal, and orchestral grandeur. Fans of Slayer, Amon Amarth, and Cradle of Filth will find themselves at home in the band’s dark realm. With past performances alongside Deicide, Carach Angren, and Nile, and a feature in the Heavy in Houston series, Epic Death continues to define and defy extreme metal.

Follow them on Spotify and add to your playlists!

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6mytwliSuGMk10RnFb3mOa

Support them on Bandcamp!

https://epicdeath.bandcamp.com/album/the-seer

Follow the band at these links:

https://www.facebook.com/EpicDeathOfficial

http://www.instagram.com/epicdeathband

https://x.com/EpicDeathBand

https://www.youtube.com/epicdeath

TINE RELEASE "A WINTER HORRORSCOPE"

 

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Band: TINE

Album: A Winter Horrorscape

Country: USA

Genre: Symphonic black/death metal

Release date: September 5, 2025

Track list:

1. Winter Comes

2. A Feather from Lucifer’s Wing

3. A Path Through Frozen Woods

4. Ex Cathedra

5. Return to the Black Forest in Winter

6. The Scathing Blizzard

7. Triumph at Nineveh

8. Winter Horrorscape

 

Tine was officially founded by Count Murmur on April 1st, 2011. A seasoned bassist and vocalist by trade, Murmur had been in several bands prior, playing many styles of heavy metal ranging from thrash to melodic death metal. Murmur’s initial intent was to gather like-minded musicians to begin writing material for a demo release; however, it became clear that the material was deemed challenging and formidable by the vast majority of local musicians. Azim Erebus would soon join the band only for very short time before Count Murmur, again, struck out on his own in the autumn of 2011. That winter was a cold, bleak season – filled with the contemplations of a starving musician…

2012 was a quiet year filled with continued unfruitful attempts to find like-minded musicians. It is over the course of this year that Count Murmur began contemplating setting out completely on his own as a solo project, similar to the influential black metal project: Burzum. In the summer of 2012, Murmur had decided to pursue learning guitar in addition to bass. In addition, Murmur’s wife, Vanth, had discovered her knack for playing keyboard around the same time. It was something she had enjoyed in her youth, but hadn’t played in many years. It wasn’t until the start of 2013 that Murmur would seriously delve into becoming a guitarist to complement his, already formidable, musical repertoire.

In early 2013, Vanth had officially joined Tine as the keyboardist and Count Murmur continued to master his guitar-playing technique. The duo struck out to write the 1st demo single, which would be released to the world in the summer of 2013. The song, “Encounter with the Shadow People”, inspired by a real supernatural encounter from Murmur’s youth, was written by Count Murmur with Vanth adding her eerie keystrokes. All duties for the song, except keyboards, were handled by Count Murmur – including bass, guitar, vocals, and drum programming. The demo song was released to the world on July 14th, 2013.

After the release of the demo, Murmur began work on a full album composition. This process would last over 2 years in total due to other life obligations. As a full time scientist by day, Murmur’s life was a tale of two personas. Throughout the album’s fruition, Murmur became increasingly skilled at playing the guitar, while Vanth rediscovered her skills of her youth as a keyboardist.

Murmur and Vanth finished composing their first full album in January 25th, 2015. Preparations then began for the undertaking of recording all instruments in Count Murmur’s basement, lovingly dubbed, “Count Murmur’s Dungeon of Horrors.”

Recording for the 1st full-length record began on March 1st, 2015. Murmur recorded his instruments the traditional way; by using microphones in front of amplifiers. This recording process took just over 2 months to complete and was further complicated by a series of unfortunate events; however, Murmur persevered and completed the recording at the end of May. For vocals, Murmur used a similar vocal technique as Nergal from Behemoth, with layered vocal tracks. Other than layered vocals, reverb, or chorus effects, no other vocal augmentation was done on the recording.

For mixing and mastering of the album, Murmur’s initial plan was to do this himself, as he did with the demo single; however, it was clear that this was beyond Murmur’s scope of equipment and abilities as a sound engineer. Murmur was determined to find the perfect sound engineer, with the passion and commitment that would make his album extraordinary. The services of Darren Carikas, of Ghost Machine Studios in London, UK, were enlisted for both mixing and mastering. The album was produced by Darren and Murmur, remotely, through e-mails and file transfer service from July 1st, 2015 to September 4th, 2015.

Finding someone to do artwork was yet another roadblock that Murmur and Vanth faced. Vanth is a natural born artist, so she decided to take Adobe Photoshop classes with her local library to learn the software in order to create the album art. In addition to the album art, Vanth did all the photography, photo editing, and corpse-paint.

On September 6th, 2015, “The Forest Dreams of Black” was released and was immediately well-received by fans. Tine was also entered into the Encyclopaedia Metallum by an anonymous supporter. The debut album was distributed on 38 online platforms.

Writing immediately began for the next Tine album, but it was clear this process would take much longer than the first album due to many events occurring in the personal lives of both Count Murmur and Vanth. While many trials and tribulations were encountered, Count Murmur never lost focus on Tine. Vanth, however, decided it was time to take a step back from music and focus on their family and household.

For the next Tine album, Count Murmur decided to compose all the symphonic elements of the album himself, incorporating new elements such as choirs, and stringed instruments into the musical soundscape. It was also clear as the writing continued that the songs had begun to take on an aquatic character, and the music guided Count Murmur to dive further into these themes. The music of “Mergae Maris Profundi” took shape and was recorded in the spring of 2021. Once again, Count Murmur would enlist the services of Darren Carikas, of Ghost Machine Studios in London, UK, for mixing, mastering, and production.

“Mergae Maris Profundi” was self-released in digital and CD formats on January 28th, 2022 and was received exceptionally by fans and critics alike. The album was praised for being “both enjoyable and immersive” with YouTube plays exceeding 10’s of thousands of plays.

Writing for the 3rd album, and follow-up to “Mergae Maris Profundi”, began during the production for the 2nd album. This time, the songs began to take on a wintry and cold feel, so Count Murmur decided this would be the theme of the album. Additionally, Murmur decided to enlist the skills of session musicians for this album, broadening the breadth and scope of of the music considerably.

The new album, set to release on September 5th, 2025, is titled “A Winter Horrorscape” and features 8 crushing songs of pure symphonic black/death metal.

For more info:

https://www.instagram.com/tineblackdeath/

https://www.facebook.com/Tine.BlackDeath

https://tine.bandcamp.com/

https://open.spotify.com/artist/53BcboLZqzKnnBbx0HVjz0

https://x.com/TineBlackDeath

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPblkNcP1wvLM1M669YCyMg

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/tine/1524514387

MOONSKIN RELEASE NEW SINGLE: "BLOOD ENSLAVED"

 

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Release Date: August 16th, 2024

The modern music industry has made its choice: simpler, dumber, deader. In a cultural landscape where mumble rap drools across every playlist and pop hooks are chemically engineered for maximum catchiness, the industry no longer hides what it’s doing—it’s lowering the bar until it scrapes the dirt.

Across corporate boardrooms where profit is gospel and data scientists have replaced producers, music has been boiled down to a science—stripped of soul, creativity, and risk. Complex harmony has been abandoned for predictable major and minor scales, diminished chords and modal progressions replaced by the safest possible choices. Gone is the era that gave us songs like “The Number of the Beast” (Iron Maiden), “War Pigs” (Black Sabbath), “Subdivisions” (Rush), and “Rocketman” ( Elton John)—tracks that dared to be strange, political, dissonant, or defiantly uncommercial. Today’s hits are built for algorithms, not artistry. But metal hasn’t played along (Well most metal, coughs, m******re).

"What passes for lyrics today in say mumble rap barely even qualifies as language," says Moonskin’s vocalist. "It’s not songwriting—it’s stream-of-consciousness slurring over clickbait beats. Half-conscious, drug-numbed, barely coherent. Mass-produced lyrically lobotomized sludge spoon-fed to listeners trained not to question it. Even country—a genre once rich with storytelling and character has been flattened into a formula. It’s the same song, over and over."

By contrast, the world Moonskin inhabits—alongside bands like Cradle of Filth, Meshuggah, In Flames, Lamb Of God, and *special shoutout to Devin Townsend*—remains defiantly lyrical, layered, and unafraid to demand intelligence from its audience. These bands/artists still write with intent. With poetry. With fury that’s not just loud, but thoughtful.

"Metal doesn’t need to be ‘accessible,’" Moonskin continues. "It needs to be honest. And honesty is ugly. It’s complex. It doesn’t come in three words and a looped beat."

Their latest single, Blood Enslaved, in comparison isn’t just a song —it’s a piece of art, a warning. Not the longest, technical, or lyrically complex but deliberate and unflinching, and a far cry above “**** pass me the hookah”. It’s an allegory of vampirism that explores the seduction and surrender of those who follow blindly—those who offer up their lifeblood to power-hungry architects in robes of divinity, and the addiction that afflicts the latter.  

So, while mainstream execs toast another chart-topping track built on deliberate stupidity, metalheads still dig through lyrics, dissect riffs, and search for meaning. In this era of musical sedation, metal is the last genre that still trusts its audience to think.

For those who missed it—Moonskin’s Blood Enslaved waits in the dark

Listen to “Blood Enslaved” on available now via all major streaming platforms:

https://ffm.to/blood-enslaved

Follow the band at these links:

https://ffm.to/blood-enslaved

https://www.moonskin.ca/

https://www.facebook.com/moonskinofficial/

https://www.instagram.com/moonskinmetal/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk71hQq9v4191YJDIX9212g

https://moonskin-official.bandcamp.com/

https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KEZJfyBhLwDrmR2chCGhq

https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/moonskin/1329511665

https://listen.tidal.com/artist/9353704

https://www.moonskin.ca/moonskin-metal-band-official-merch-store

DARKEST PATH RELEASE NEW SINGLE "THE BATTLE OF NU'UANU"

 

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Darkest Path will release a new single on January 31st. The tune is called "The Battle of Nu'uanu". The single will be available on all music platforms.

Founded by Paul Karaffa in 2007, Darkest Path is a symphonic black metal / melodic death metal solo project out of Hawaii. Musically, Darkest Path is epic, filled with the sounds of war that mark both external and internal struggles, making you feel like you are on a battlefield. From soft piano to insanely-fast and brutal guitars, the large range of sounds and instruments deliver a powerful emotional experience to the listener. Lyrically, and as the band's name would suggest, Darkest Path explores the darker side of the human condition, primarily religion, faith, and passivity.

Musical inspiration for the project comes from artists such as Gorgoroth, Vital Remains, Anorexia Nervosa, Kataklysm, Emperor, and many others.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063467629802

https://darkestpath.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/darkestpath.official/

TERRAMORTA RELEASE "CHRONOPHOBIA"

 

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TERRAMORTA’s Debut Album Chronophobia Out Now: A Fusion of Symphonic Black/Death Metal and Gothic Mastery

Portugal – TERRAMORTA, the new force in metal, has unleashed their highly anticipated debut album, Chronophobia, available now since February 13, 2024. The album merges the darkness of Black and Death metal with the grandeur of classical symphonies, delivering an unprecedented sonic experience that captivates the senses and challenges conventional metal.

About TERRAMORTA: Formed in December 2023, TERRAMORTA is a groundbreaking presence in the world of metal. Featuring Seer, Nero Sangrus, HellVigário, Sargervs, and later Red Queen, the band has crafted a unique sound that combines aggressive metal with orchestral sophistication. Chronophobia offers a perfect blend of classical influences, gothic aesthetics, and brutal metal elements, creating an immersive experience for listeners.

The album’s compositions are intricate and filled with baroque and gothic elements, elevating the music to new heights. With deeply reflective lyrics, TERRAMORTA explores the human condition, dissent, and existence, taking listeners on an intense journey through time and life. The band’s imposing live performances promise to be equally captivating, marked by solemn vocals and an intensity that leaves a lasting impression.

For Fans Of:

Septicflesh, Dimmu Borgir, Cradle of Filth

Album Release Date:

Chronophobia – Released February 13, 2024

Upcoming Album Announcement:

TERRAMORTA is already working on their next album, slated for release in the second half of 2025, continuing to push the boundaries of symphonic Black and Death metal.

Check them out on YouTube and subscribe!

https://youtu.be/KaQwlmjJrTM

Follow them on Spotify and add them to your playlists!

https://open.spotify.com/artist/45tDH8c6Lgm2hnsOqRV1O9?si=s2d5L-d9Sj283rCo_71Y_Q

Support them on Apple!

https://music.apple.com/pt/album/chronophobia/1729419947

Stay connected with TERRAMORTA as they forge a new path in the world of metal and prepare for a wave of creativity and sound that will redefine the genre.

https://terramorta.com/

https://www.facebook.com/terramorta.official/

https://www.instagram.com/terramorta.official/

https://www.youtube.com/@TERRAMORTAmusic

https://open.spotify.com/intl-pt/artist/45tDH8c6Lgm2hnsOqRV1O9

https://music.apple.com/pt/artist/terramorta/1728551178

https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/253888602

NEFELIBATA ARCANA RELEASE "ECOS DESOLATIONIS ET REDEMPTIONIS"

 

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Ecos Desolationis et Redemptionis

by Nefelibata Arcana

Nefelibata Arcana is a Colombian solo project, delving into the realms of atmospheric depressive black metal. Through haunting melodies and ethereal atmospheres, this solitary endeavor seeks to transcend the boundaries of conventional expression, drawing listeners into a world of introspection and despair.

Tracklist:

1.Mea Culpa Patris 04:38

2.Stellae Nascuntur et Morientur 05:30

3.Spes Redemptionis 04:22

4.Silentium Nox 05:59

5.Aeterna Nox Silentiosa (Silentium Nox Part II) 06:33

6.Vox Tenebrarum Acherontis 04:46

Nefelibata Arcana announces the release of its debut full-length album, Ecos Desolationis et Redemptionis, set for October 29, 2024. Crafted by the project's creator, Hache, this album brings a personal touch within the Atmospheric Depressive Black Metal genre.

released October 29, 2024

https://nefelibataarcana.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/nefelibataarcana_col/

AEON WINDS RE-RELEASE "THOSE WHO WILL REMAIN SILENT FOREVER"

 

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Those Who Will Remain Silent Forever

by AEON WINDS

Label: Folter Records

 

Black LP

Heavy Vinyl

ships out within 4 days

 

Galaxy LP

Heavy Vinyl

ships out within 4 days

edition of 100 

Tracklist:

1.Through The Gates Of Dying Memories 01:37

2.When The Dead Take Our Lives 02:13

3.Woodland Elders 04:52

4.Aeons Of Crime 03:19

5.Thorns Of Destiny 04:12

6.Cold Night 03:15

7.Unwanted Truth 04:53

8.On The Way To Oblivion 02:36

9.Enshrouded By The Veil Of Night 04:30

10.Scorching Pyre 08:39

11.In The Embrace Of A Nameless Souls 01:00

12.Skald Av Satans Sol (DT Cover) 04:30

13.Sepulchral Whispers (Bonus) 04:55

The atmospheric Black Metal band AEON WINDS from Slovakia re-released their debut album "Those Who Remain Silent Forever" in remastered and remixed form with new artwork and bonus tracks. Available in 2 editions: Black and Galaxy.

For fans of old Emperor, Limbonic Art, Satyricon and the second Nordic BM wave.

released July 30, 2024

https://folterrecords.bandcamp.com/album/those-who-will-remain-silent-forever

http://www.facebook.com/AeonWinds

https://www.instagram.com/aeonwindsofficial/

https://aeonwinds.bandcamp.com/

VALHEXEN RELEASE "SONS OF THE BLACK SERPENT"

 

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Sons of The Black Serpent

by Valhexen

One man black metal project by Belphezar

Genre: Symphonic black/Blackened death metal.

Country: U.K

Tracklist:

1.La dame de la mort 04:01

2.Mighty Warrior Siegfried 02:42

3.Invocation of Hekarti 04:44

4.Lord of Ashes 02:58

5.Oni 03:00

6.Night Creature 05:24

7.Godskin Assassin 03:48

8.The Black Gates of Coldharbour 02:37

9.Morningstar 04:18

10.Vampiric Thirst 05:00

11.Werewolf Brutality 03:19

12.Sons of The Black Serpent 06:16

13.Black Winged Horde 03:10

released June 19, 2024

https://valhexen.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/valhexen/

OLD MACHINES RELEASE "BACKWARDS THROUGH SPACE"

 

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Backwards Through Space (Demo)

by Old Machines

From the depths of galactic time, Leviathans rise as the apex of life.

Domination like the crushing tides;

Ancient gods of the first galactic empire!

Tracklist:

1.Crescendo of Carnage - Warsong of the Singing Swarm (Swarm Wars I) 06:47

2.Backwards Through Space 02:26

3.Extinguishing the Light of the Preludian Empire (Upon the Apex of their Glory) 06:16

Over 3 years in the making, we are proud to present a taste of our upcoming album. Order the tape at PaleMagusProductions BigCartel

released June 28, 2024

Greavis - Vocals

Old Machines Stares - Keyboards

Phaeton - Guitars/Bass

Vanguard - Drums

Recorded and mixed at illustrious coffee tables and workbenches in Portland and Washington, 2021-2024.

Mastered by Stephen Hoffman at Acid Dump Studios, 2024.

Solo in "Extinguishing" by De-vy vas Metyl

Artwork by Eric Duffy

Logo by Lauren Gornik

Layout by Matt Oien

https://oldmachines.bandcamp.com/

SILENT MILLENIA RELEASE "STARLIT TAPESTRY"

 

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Starlit Tapestry

by Silent Millenia

COSMIC SORCERY FROM THE INFINITE VOID

Tracklist:

1.Starlight Millenia 06:11

2.Last Hunt In the Lunar Embrace 04:09

3.Starlit Tapestry Painted With Fire And Blood 10:26

4.Iron Thorns 06:30

5.Dominion of the Abhorrent 04:59

6.Drums of War...Echo In the Distance (Interlude) 01:28

7.Dawn of Great Eternity 07:33

8.Crumbling Empire (Outro) 02:08

Album written and recorded during 2023-2024

released May 22, 2024

Written, performed, recorded, mixed and mastered by Abhorrentius

Cover art by Magus Olaus

Logo by Abhorrentius

https://silentmillenia.bandcamp.com/

ZORNHEYM RELEASE NEW TRACK: "NONE FOR ALL"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

None for All

by Zornheym

Symphonic Extreme Metal band based in Sweden founded and led by multi-instrumental mastermind and songwriter Zorn. Zornheym quickly grew from an ambitious idea into a dramatic musical and cinematic narrative revolving around the horrors of a mental institution and its prisoners

Tracklist:

1.None for All 04:15 video

2.None for All (Video Edit) 03:41

3.None for All (Instrumental Version) 04:15

released May 17, 2024

https://zornheym.bandcamp.com/

http://www.facebook.com/zornheym

http://www.instagram.com/zornheym_official

PONTIFEX RELEASE "FROM THE PALE MIST"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Release Date: May 7, 2024 

FFO: Satyricon, Horna, Dissection

Location: Orlando, Florida

Pontifex Unveils Debut Album "From the Pale Mist" - Featuring Former Suffocation Drummer!

Pontifex, the symphonic black metal band hailing from Orlando, Florida, has announced the release of their debut album entitled "From the Pale Mist," set for May 7, 2024. The album will feature an intriguing combination of ambient sounds, melancholic orchestrations and aggressive touches of thrash and death metal together.

Composed by Ashtin Duba, Kaleb Daniels, Dominique Leath, Deveron Christie and Rosaly Piderit, Pontifex has been the emerging phenomenon in the metal industry. Utilizing bands like Satyricon, Horna as models, the band keeps away from the usual sound of black metal, yet innovatively creates a sound that is overwhelmingly powerful.

The track carries the drumming prowess of Mike Smith , who used to play in death metal icon Suffocation. By incorporating more than just death metal, "From the Pale Mist" will definitely break the tone set by the genre. 'Abandon of All Hope' demonstrates the band's talent to integrate symphonic aspect along with heavy metal riffs, making the music both impressive and deep.

Fans of symphonic black metal will resonate amongst Pontifex's wistful melodies, and their dynamic creations. Every song out of "From the Pale Mist" takes listeners through a trip to the dark mysterious places that give them an eerie experience even as the listener is shocked at the same time.

Scheduled for later this month, keep up to date with Pontifex's new release. The Music from 'Pale Mist' will be available on all major streaming platforms on 7th of May, 2024.

About Pontifex:

Pontifex is a symphonic black metal band from Orlando, Florida, known for their unique blend of ambient and dark symphonic sounds with the aggression of thrash and death metal. Composed of Ashtin Duba, Kaleb Daniels, Dominique Leath, Deveron Christie, and Rosaly Piderit, Pontifex pushes the boundaries of traditional black metal, creating a sound that is both powerful and innovative.

Check them out on YouTube and subscribe! 

https://youtu.be/srVAty5dWkc

Follow them on Spotify and add them to your playlists!

https://open.spotify.com/track/6FW3pN2D59Cq6vzzRlKGdE

Support them on Bandcamp! 

https://pontifex.bandcamp.com/album/from-the-pale-mist

Follow the band at these links:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555978000917

https://www.instagram.com/shadowspireband/ 

VESSELES RELEASE NEW TRACK: "SUFFOCATING FLESH"

 

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VESSELES Releases "Suffocating Flesh" Ahead Of EP I Am A Demon

VESSELES has awoken the first blood offering "Suffocating Flesh". The single lands ahead of the debut EP I Am A Demon that is due to be released on May 3rd, 2024. 

Project mastermind Valira comments: 

"This song solely deals with self hatred and feeling trapped in my body. This reflects the intensity I felt early on into learning how to cope with dysphoria."

Watch the video for "Suffocating Flesh" here: https://youtu.be/5eQRQ_xM6fc?si=EoRlkIrW8IeMOKfi

On the forthcoming EP Valira comments: 

"I Am A Demon goes through the transformation of my identity. It flows from self hatred, to release, ritual and thus transformation, closing on the disconnect between soul and body. Musically there are elements of decay illustrated by a gradual increase in dissonance and unexpected change alongside black metal tropes."

On the importance of the new project, Valira continues, "[m]usic, in general, has meant a lot to me for many years but this project is on a different level in terms of purpose. I have never had such a strong emotional response to my own music."

About VESSELES:

VESSELES (veh-sel-is) is the exciting first solo project from 10-year West Coast Metal veteran Valira (LEGION OF GRANDEUR, AMONG THE TORRENT, ARCANE EXISTENCE) who wraps an exploration of identity dysphoria in layers of symphonic black metal.  A demon living among humans and struggling with the vessel she was born in, she turned to music before understanding its significance. Many years later, she found her true self and the importance of expressing that as loud and proud as possible. Its result, VESSELES (a spin on the word vessel) a study of self-identity and pushing the boundaries of the human dominant world.

Credits:

EP band line up:

Valira Pietrangelo - Guitar, Piano, Lyrics, Composition 

Adam Rupp - Vocals 

Nick Loiacono - Drum Programming

Live band line up:

Valira Pietrangelo - Guitar

Joel Ferry - Vocals

Joseph Serrano - Drums

Links: 

Bandcamp: https://vesseles.bandcamp.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vesseles/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuDHPK1_w08uh6eL27gW6fg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vesseles666/

Track Listing: 

1. Suffocating Flesh

2. I Am a Demon

3. Cathartic Cruelty

4. Wretched

5. Vesseles Rituale

6. Dysphoria 

INSEPULTUS RELEASE "DEADLY GLEAMS OF BLOOD, STEEL AND FIRE"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Release Date: 15 December 2023

FFO: Dark Funeral, Marduk, Sear Bliss

Location: Romania

Insepultus Unveils Debut Album: "Deadly Gleams of Blood, Steel and Fire"

Insepultus, the enigmatic solo black metal project hailing from the depths of southern Romania, announces the upcoming release of their debut album, "Deadly Gleams of Blood, Steel and Fire," set to unleash its fury on December 15, 2023. Under the creative vision of the mysterious figure known only as "Sep," Insepultus delivers a sonic journey that defies easy categorization, blending black and death metal elements with epic storytelling.

Formed in 1998, Insepultus emerged from Sep's creative depths, culminating in the release of the demo "The Hell Will Rise Again" in 2003, showcasing a raw and muddy sound indicative of the era. As life led Sep through various musical ventures, including notable roles in bands such as Irkalla, Avskild, and Taine, Insepultus lay dormant momentarily.

In 2018, Sep embarked on a journey to revive Insepultus, driven by a desire to create new material with a refined sound. This resurgence culminates in the forthcoming debut album, "Deadly Gleams of Blood, Steel and Fire," set to captivate audiences with its visceral intensity and emotive storytelling.

The album delves into the emotional landscapes of war, drawing inspiration from Sep's personal encounter with mortality and reflections on life choices. Collaborating with esteemed artist Costin Chioreanu for the album artwork, Insepultus brings haunting drawings inspired by World War I photographs to vivid life, enhancing the album's thematic depth.

"Insepultus," translating to "Unburied" in Latin, reflects Sep's unwavering commitment to the project, despite discovering a similarly named band later on. With meticulous attention to detail, Sep crafts each composition, instrument, and recording, enlisting the talents of Nikola Dušmanić, Ezequiel Lagrotta, and Jeremy Diener for specific elements on the album.

As Insepultus prepares for a resurgence, plans for a compelling live production in 2024 are underway, guided by the experienced hands of Mihai Coro Caraveteanu, Sep's former bandmate from Irkalla. With influences rooted in the '90s black metal scene, Insepultus invites metal enthusiasts worldwide to join their journey with horns raised high, staying true to the essence of metal.

"Deadly Gleams of Blood, Steel and Fire" promises to be a groundbreaking debut, showcasing Insepultus as a force to be reckoned with in the realm of black metal. Anticipation is high as the world eagerly awaits the album's release, marking a new chapter in Insepultus' illustrious journey.

Check them out on YouTube and subscribe! 

https://youtu.be/gsWyi7_kxqY

Follow on Spotify and add to your playlists!

https://open.spotify.com/album/74ePH0JrJNzikJKzD60Ice

Support on Bandcamp!

https://music.apple.com/us/album/deadly-gleams-of-blood-steel-and-fire/1720686743

Follow the band at these links:

https://www.facebook.com/insepultus

https://www.instagram.com/insepultus/

www.youtube.com/@insepultus.romania

https://open.spotify.com/album/74ePH0JrJNzikJKzD60Ice

https://music.apple.com/us/album/deadly-gleams-of-blood-steel-and-fire/1720686743

https://www.deezer.com/ro/album/522415162