MYNDED RELEASE "THE LAST SUN"

 

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The Last Sun

by Mynded

The original idea for the band name was “Mind Dead”, but most bands out there have got regular English words as band names. And there’s nothing wrong with that, but a “name” doesn’t have to be a defined word which you can look up in a dictionary. And because there is no such word as “mynded”, it suddenly becomes interesting and unique. And that’s what we want to be.  

Tracklist:

1.Karma's Kiss

2.The Imposter

3.Defiant

4.I, Apostate 03:07

5.Invincible 03:29

6.Neverlasting

7.Delusions of Lunacy

8.Bleak

9.Squire to King

10.Epilogue of Existence

releases May 3, 2024

Songs and Lyrics written and performed by Mynded

mynded.com / info@mynded.com

Vocals and Drums recorded and engineered by Bendikt Hain at Outback Recordings

Mixing and Mastering by Benedikt Hain at Outback Recordings

Additional Engineering and Mix assist by Thomas Krottenthaler at Outback Recordings

benedikthain.com / benedikt@outback-recordings.com

https://mynded.bandcamp.com/

https://www.facebook.com/myndedofficial

https://www.instagram.com/mynded_thrash/

ENGULFED RELEASE "UNEARTHLY LITANIES OF DESPAIR"

 

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Unearthly Litanies of Despair

by Engulfed

Label: Me saco un ojo Records

Tracklist:

1.In the Abyss of Death’s Obscurity 04:42

2.Voidwalker’s Dominion

3.Echoes of Suffering

4.Infernal Desolation

5.Blasphemous Despair

6.Cursed Eternity

7.Ancient Abyssal Conquest

8.Occult Incantations

Formed in 2010 and with two EP’s and a full length of supreme Death Metal under their belts, Turkish masters of brutality Engulfed return with their sophomore album.

Atmospherics, savagery, technicality and morbidity. These four words should all spring to mind if you know Engulfed, and if you do not, get acquainted. Surging forth impenetrable waves of ferocity, this band spawns from the hotbed of extreme music that is Turkey. Their unfaltering bouts of blasting drums and convulsive riffing should have any fan of true Death Metal gripped from the get-go of this monstrous offering. Warped vocals and even more contorting instrumental work conjoins in malformed excellence to present some of the bands fiercest tracks to date. If tremendous but hostile and savage music is what you seek, then read on and be a part of these “unholy litanies of despair”, an album title promising exactly what is delivered.

Every second of this ruthless offering is a feast of vitriol, pulverising all in the path of Engulfed’s unforgiving music. A rare example of a band whose technicality is not their downfall, relying on claustrophobic atmospheres and gargantuan levels of malice while playing superbly. The showmanship is tasteful and the songs never suffer for it, rather leaving you in awe of their undeniable talents which span the whole lineup. Moments of mournful gloom inject some dynamic into the total battery and mayhem, while the drive of this album is infallible and never loses momentum for a second, building tension and mood with its formidable and forceful delivery. Right until its dying breaths, Engulfed’s new offering is a lesson in visceral Death Metal magnificence that must be learned by all. 

releases April 19, 2024

https://mesacounojo.bandcamp.com/album/unearthly-litanies-of-despair

http://engulfed.bandcamp.com/

http://www.facebook.com/engulfedtr

MOUNTAIN SHADOW RELEASE "MOUNTAIN SHADOW"

 

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Mountain Shadow

by Mountain Shadow

Tracklist:

1.The Mountain Shadow (Intro) 03:49

2.What Lurks in the Flatwoods 07:08

3.Where Do They Lead to Now 06:29

4.Knockers Foretell Doom 03:41

5.The 13th Son 05:13

6.Ghosts of Farmlands 07:09

7.Raftsman 08:32

8.The Boy Who Stared When He Saw the Trains A'Comin 10:54

Mountain Shadow, who’s self-titled debut will be released this Friday, is Pennsylvanian Folk Death Metal, existing between Archaic Death Metal, Atmospheric Black Metal, Funeral Doom & Bluegrass, exalting Appalachian Horror and the melancholic ruins of nostalgic America.

Damian (Robes of Snow) & his childhood compatriot KA have crafted a self-titled album that draws from different genres of music as well as cinema, folk tales, & literary myth to create Mountain Shadow’s unique sound. Folk & bluegrass can be heard alongside dissonant riffs, pained shrieks, feral growls, and session drummer CJ Yacoub’s furious percussion. Each member’s obsession with horror & the terrors of the natural world can be heard in the field recordings the sparse and haunting synths that permeate the album.

Following an exclusive premiere on No Clean Singing, 100 heavyweight black LPs will be available on March 29.

"As you might guess from the teasers above, the music is an unusual amalgam of sensations and styles, integrating and juxtaposing mesmerizing but frightening acoustic instrumentation with a dark, backwoods atmosphere (most prominently in the intro track); low-end mangling sounds like the excavations of a tunnel-boring machine; maniacally clattering percussion and equally maniacal guitar convulsions; and scalding screams and horrid roars — plus piston-pumping grooves; hulking stomps; eerily wailing and squealing tones of unknown origin; and bursts of demented banjo melody." - No Clean Singing

nocleansinging.com/2024/03/28/an-ncs-album-premiere-and-a-review-mountain-shadow-mountain-shadow/

Please support the artist directly for all digital-only purchases: mountainshadow.bandcamp.com  

released March 29, 2024

KA- Bass Guitar, Vocals, Field Recordings, Synthesizer, Sound Effects

Damian Winter- Guitars, Vocals, Banjo, Mandolin, Keyboards, Farmhouse Percussion, Accordion, Sampling

CJ Yacoub- Drums

Aunt Elizabeth- Accordion on “Raftsman”

Robert Reitnauer- Saxophone on “Raftsman”

T.- Wine Glasses on “Raftsman”

Bandcamp: mountainshadow.bandcamp.com

Instagram: instagram.com/pennsylvaniamountainshadow

BARON RELEASE "BENEATH THE BLAZING ABYSS"

 

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Beneath the Blazing Abyss

by BARON

Tracklist:

1.Primordial Possession 06:51

2.Infernal Atonement

3.At the Dawn of Damnation

4.Incinerated Evil 05:19 video

5.Bound to the Funeral Pyres 09:09

6.Hands of Sin...

7....Swallowed by Fires Beneath

Finnish band Baron are straddling the styles of death and doom metal in a spectacular manner. In their faster, heavier moments, they seem to be a death metal band through and through but when they slow down, they showcase a wholly different dimension to their sound. They are able to do so without altering their imposing, crushing sound and the transitions in pace never seem abrupt but usually culminate into gigantic heaving and stomping parts as if a mountainous, infernal demon like the one on their artwork has decided to awaken after centuries only to mosh. It's the same the other way around, with slower parts building up to an apocalyptic rampage, volcanic fire spewing all over for added effect, and basically all hell breaking loose. It's only fitting that a Finnish band is tasked with this immense responsibility, with heroes from that land having already mastered both the styles and passed the skills down the generations. Baron are then indeed one of the most promising new bands from that part of the world, possessing the strength as well as having the sensibilities required to make this work, with surprisingly cohesive writing and clean, powerful execution.

For fans of: Deicide, Rottrevore, Abhorrence, early Amorphis, Convulse, Morbid Angel

releases April 26, 2024

Line up -

Tommi Astala - Vocals, Acoustic guitar

Jerry Tamminen - Guitar, Vocals, Programming

Teemu Karell - Guitar

Toni Nisukangas - Bass

Juuso Hämäläinen (Disguised Malignance, Azatoth) - Drums

Cover art by Misha Mono

Official release date - April 26th, 2024

2024 Transcending Obscurity Records

Main Store - tometal.com

Bandcamp - transcendingobscurity.bandcamp.com

NEW Europe Store - eu.tometal.com

US Store - transcendingobscurity.aisamerch.com

Old Europe Store - transcendingobscurity.8merch.com

Group - facebook.com/groups/transcendingobscurityrecords

Facebook - facebook.com/transcendingobscurityrecords

YouTube Channel - youtube.com/TranscendingObscurity

Instagram - instagram.com/transcendingobscurity

Twitter - twitter.com/transcendingobs

Band Facebook - facebook.com/baronhki

NUCLEAR TOMB RELEASE "TERROR LABYRINTHIAN"

 

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Terror Labyrinthian

by Nuclear Tomb

Label: Everlasting Spew Records

Tracklist:

1.Obsoletion

2.Terror Labyrinthian 03:22

3.Fatal Visions 02:28

4.Dominance & Persecution

5.Vile Humanity

6.Manufacturing Consent

7.Parasitic (Live A Lie) 02:25

8.Born Into Torment

9.Ashen Lamb

Baltimore Maryland’s weirdo death thrash stalwarts NUCLEAR TOMB have spent the last decade sharpening their singular attack and get ready to riot with riffs and explode like a molotov with their debut full album "Terror Labyrinthian"! Taking cues from old school tech thrash and progressive death metal, Nuclear Tomb seem determined to prove that metal still sthrives in the underground and that these frameworks still have ambition and depth to give!

"'Terror Labyrinthian' is the culmination of more than a decade’s worth of DIY underground weirdo thrashing madness. Running the gamut from ripping old school death thrash to punky noise rock experimentation, teetering on the edges of progressive metal while keeping the focus on memorable songwriting. Equal parts aggressive and dynamic, we hope to offer an alternative to the reactionary and predictable trends in modern metal. Weirdo thrash is the law!"

Formed in 2011, the Baltimore death thrash quartet draws from a wide pool of influences that manifest in sounds ranging from classic metal tropes to the limits of noisy punk experimentation. Focusing on dynamic songwriting and high energy, aggressive live shows, their dedication to DIY touring has earned them a reputation amongst fans looking for fellow heretics of the same faith.

After two self-released EP’s and a handful of east coast tours, Nuclear Tomb are unveiling their debut full length “Terror Labyrinthian” to be released by Everlasting Spew Records. Its emphasis on raw aggression, left-field ideation, and musical acrobatics is the antidote to increasingly reactionary and predictable trends in modern metal. Mind Thrashing Sonic Nightmares!

For fans of Voivod, early Pestilence, early Sadus, Suppression. 

releases April 19, 2024

SPIT088

Music and Lyrics by Brown except "Obsoletion" and "Terror Labyrinthian" by Morris/Brown and "Vile Humanity" by Brown/Ibach

Engineered and mixed by Sebastian Phillips at Hotbox Audio Recording Facility

Mastered by Brad Boatright (Audiosiege)

Additional lead guitar by Demir Soyer

Artwork by Lucas Korte (Shoggoth Kinetics)

Graphic contributions by Matthew Scott and Giorgio Spevo

Logo by Cavan Hoover

Michael Brown - Guitar/Vocals

Matt Ibach - Guitar

Amelia Morris - Bass

JD Lookabill - Drums

www.facebook.com/NuclearTombLives

https://everlastingspew.bandcamp.com/album/terror-labyrinthian

https://www.instagram.com/nucleartomblives/

LARES RELEASE "ET IN ARCADIA EGO"

 

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Band: LARES

Album: Et in Arcadia Ego

Country: International

Genre: Psychedelic Black Doom metal

Label: Argonauta Records

Release date: April 12th, 2024

"After four years contemplating the spatio-temporal void that opened up beneath our feet during Covid, Lares is thrilled to announce our renewed collaboration with Argonauta Records for the release of our third album “Et in Arcadia Ego”.

"Et in Arcadia Ego" was recorded live in our rehearsal studio, mixed by Luca Leprotti (David di Donatello Awards for Best Sound on "Volevo Nascondermi" by Giorgio Dritti) and mastered by Brad Boatright at Audiosiege studio in Portland OR (SUNN O))), Sleep, Magma, Obituary) The album is an accidental concept born from the first session we managed to play together after a long and frustrating break necessitated by lockdowns, band members in high risk categories, and mental illness. Without looking for it we found death, isolation, boredom, uncertainty, rage, and an energy that we decided instantly to try to capture and preserve as it was. No additives, no major editing. In the uncertainty of the times, we began to collect recording equipment, slowly transforming our rehearsal space into a recording studio. We developed a ritual of playing and replaying, without click, the whole 27 minutes, until we got better than close to the original, to the perfect simulacra. There is a bonus track included in the album called “10 Hygiea” that is part of the soundtrack of "Music Appreciation", a short horror movie we collaborated with." - says the band

Et in Arcadia Ego

Founded in Berlin in 2015, the international quartet released 2 albums,  "Mask of Discomfort" in 2017, and "Towards Nothingness" in 2020  (Argonauta Records), critically acclaimed by the major platforms like Cult  Nation, Deaf Forever, Rock Hard, Metal Hammer and more. The idea of the name Lares originates from an archaic Roman Etruscan word which means "heroes" and "demons“. A faceless god, an entity that could be molded into any desired shape, believed to observe, protect and influence fate. 

Since the beginning, the band explored different music genres, creating a unique sound in continuous evolution that mixes elements of Doom, Black and Sludge metal, strongly influenced by the 60s and 70s psychedelia and  90s grunge/noise. 

Lares has played and organised concerts locally since the foundation of the band, slowly creating a devoted fan base in Berlin and surrounding areas.  

During this process, especially in the last 2 years, they developed a live sound performance that was captured in a live recording session in their rehearsal studio and that became their third concept album, “Et In Arcadia  Ego". 

 “Et in Arcadia Ego” marks their renewed collaboration with Argonauta  Records and a new chapter for the band, which is looking forward to touring around Europe and releasing more material in the near future. 

"Animos Daemones Ex Hominibus Fieri Lares"

For more info:

https://www.facebook.com/laresband

https://www.instagram.com/laresmetal/

https://www.argonautarecords.com/

OLAMOT RELEASE "PATH OF DIVINITY"

 

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Italian death metal unit OLAMOT have partnered with Ghost Cult Magazine for the premiere of "All Seeing Eye", the latest single from their forthcoming album "Path of Divinity". Stream it HERE.

“Path of Divinity” will be released on April 29th 2024 via Lethal Scissor Records.

This is a dark and atmospheric record with thought out structures and variations, trading the straight-forward approach of 2021’s “Realms” EP for a thicker, heavier, and more layered sound. “Path of Divinity” is a captivating blend of modern death metal and atmospheric elements filled with intricate melodies, delivering a haunting and immersive sonic experience. The unrelenting and polished aggression hangs in the balance above dark melodic passages, presenting a dynamic soundscape that serves as the band’s most devastating and focused offering to date.

For fans of: Cryptopsy, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Shadow Of Intent

Tracklist:

01. Eternal Sorrow (Intro)

02. Everlasting Chains Of Darkness

03. Human Cloning Facilities

04. Where Chaos Reigns

05. Behold the Highest Throne

06. Adrenochrome

07. Soul Harvest

08. Luciferic Allegiance

09. All Seeing Eye

Pre-orders:

https://www.lethalscissor.com/product/olamot-path-of-divinity-cd-preorder/

OLAMOT started in 2021 from the minds of Daniele Boccali (FICTIO SOLEMNIS) and Edoardo Casini (XENOFACTION, DESOURCE), eager to create a musical concept which develops a story lyrically and conceptually ideated by Edoardo Casini.

The first chapter started in 2022 with the release of “Realms” via Lethal Scissor Records, a highly successful 4 track EP which featured the contribution of many renowned musicians and artists, such as Francesco Ferrini (FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE) and Jei Doublerice (DESPITE EXILE). With this first effort the band told the story of Raziel, an individual who aspires to ally with the Devil to become a divinity himself.

The second album, the full-length “Path of Divinity”, sees the band in a bigger context encompassing 9 songs of extreme brutality. The new chapter of the story, based on Raziel’s quest to escape from Hell, musically further develops the intense and profound layers of sound showcased on the EP.

The whole concept will also be developed through a series of books already being written by Edoardo Casini. The same narrative line will be covered by FICTIO SOLEMNIS’ next albums, where the story will be seen by the perspective of the Angel Metatron.

Line-up:

Daniele Boccali - Songwriting, Rhythm Guitars

Edoardo Casini - Lyrics, Vocal Lines & Concept, Solo Guitars

Matteo “Shade” Vitelli - Vocals

OLAMOT

https://www.facebook.com/Olamotband

https://www.instagram.com/olamotband/

Lethal Scissor Records

https://lethalscissor.bandcamp.com/

https://www.lethalscissor.com/

https://www.instagram.com/lethal_scissor_records

https://www.facebook.com/lethalscissor/

CAELI CONCEPT RELEASE "LUNAISON"

 

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Caeli Concept is an intriguing musical project that defies convention. Drawing from a diverse array of influences, they seamlessly blend the fluidity of progressive rock with the darkness of progressive metal and even venture into funk and jazz-rock territories. Their refusal to be confined by boundaries is evident, resulting in a captivating and dynamic sound.

Their debut album, The Dark Playground, took listeners on an unconventional journey, brimming with energy, intricate compositions, virtuosity, and unexpected textures. Now, with their latest release, Lunaison, Caeli Concept has further honed their identity. Fearlessly exploring uncharted waters, they remain committed to serving the essence of music.

Lunaison exudes a unique alchemy. Imagine atmospheric passages intertwining with a robust rhythm section, searing brass, and an unexpected vocal arsenal. As you listen, you’ll find yourself propelled into the heart of the celestial vault, the intensity of the musical voyage guaranteed. It’s an album tailor-made for live performances, inviting audiences to immerse themselves fully in its cosmic soundscape.

The album's digital release date is April 19, 2024.

Experience the captivating soundscape of "Lunaison" with the Official Video for "Буря":

https://youtu.be/CbEQPt2y7WQ?si=f8bQsirpNeXNttTE

"Lunaison" tracklist:

1 - These Cold Woods

2 - The Time Of A Sigh

3 - Буря

4 - Dearest Wind

5 - Incorporel

6 - Silver Tree

7 - Limpia Tus Ventanas

8 - Vocifère

Emerging onto the scene in 2019, Caeli Concept was conceived by the masterminds Benoit Serret (bass) and Clément Réviriego (guitar and production). The band's sonic evolution soared with the inclusion of Clément Denys on drums and Flavien Morel on keyboards and arrangements. Their inaugural album, "The Dark Playground," captivated audiences upon its release on April 19, 2021.

In early 2022, the band began working on the new album "Lunaison" with Thomas Hilaire (drums) and decided to include several guest musicians. They were joined once again by the brass section already present on the first album (Emilie Klipfel on saxophone, Olivier Viseux on trombone, and Nicolas Renard on trumpet), and also by a long list of singers (Yann Ligner from Klone, to name but one) as well as saxophonist Cyril Prevost. Recorded entirely at Wolf Abbey studio and masterfully crafted by Acle Kahney, "Lunaison" promises to elevate listeners into realms of celestial wonder.

Connect with Caeli Concept:

www.instagram.com/caeliconcept

www.facebook.com/CaeliConcept

www.youtube.com/@caeliconcept

PARADOX RIFT RELEASE "ENSNARED"

 

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Cleveland, OH's PARADOX RIFT new album "Ensnared" due out on May 10th.

Having been recognized in their local scene with the BEST METAL BAND award from the Cleveland Music Awards in 2022 and nominated again in 2023, PARADOX RIFT has their sights set on their next offering of brutal, technical, and intentional, style-bending metal.

Combining their experimental death/math style with heavy grooves and progressive twists, the band keeps listeners reeling for what comes next, and with this forthcoming record, fans will find not just one spectrum or one specific style of metal.

Recommended for fans of Between the Buried and Me, Gojira, Lamb of God, Converge, and Voivod

Music Video / Single - Grave-Snuggler - https://youtu.be/cqwTC1Lw298

For the album's production "Ensnared" LP was recorded in an unusual manner. First of all, the band members couldn't align all of their schedules for studio time. Resulting in multiple solo sessions to complete the album. The drums aren't midi drums like in most modern metal albums. Instead they are natural acoustic drums with no samples or triggering.

Another fun fact about the making of this album. Almost all of the tracks on "Ensnared" were recorded without the use of pre-production when entering the studio. For example, when drums were tracked, there was no reference for the drummer. No guitars, no music, not even click tracks for tempos. The album was basically recorded by feel. Once their drummer Eric had a few solid takes down, it was time for the strings to come in for tracking. Preston had tracked all guitars and even a lot of the bass work on the album alongside bassist Osha. Vocals were added last, like the icing on an elaborately baked cake. With both Luke and Preston recording the vocal arrangements. By the time everything had come together, it felt as if the album had become its own entity. It seems almost human-like in ways. It's raw, emotional, aggressive and imperfect in its natural state. Humans made this album… Not programs, robots or metronomes. Real people with real instruments. At the end of the day PARADOX RIFT wrote this album to be felt more than to be heard.

Lyrically, this album comes from lots of different inspirations, storytelling, art, metaphor, life experiences, even other songs and music have inspired the wordsmithing. Overall, the lyrics paint a vivid picture as the intense music tells the complex story of how it will leave its audience "Ensnared".

https://paradoxrift.bandcamp.com/

https://m.facebook.com/ParadoxRiftOfficial/

LOCUSTS AND HONEY RELEASE "TEACH ME TO LIVE THAT I DREAD THE GRAVE AS LITTLE AS MY BED"

 

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Teach me to live that I dread the grave as little as my bed

by Locusts and Honey

Tracklist:

1.Surfeit of Lampreys

2.Leathern Cord

3.Confraternities of the Cord

4.Beauty and Atrocity

5.Traitor to Love 05:30

6.Damnation Memoriae

“Teach me to live that I dread the grave as little as my bed” is a meditation on death and living well, inspired by the bog bodies of Ireland and Denmark – people of the Iron Age who were sacrificially hanged and found extremely well-preserved in peat. Crafted with meticulous care, this opus of dejection comprises a single, sprawling 28-minute odyssey, split into 6 movements.

Rooted in the fertile soil of early '90s doom (Corrupted, Winter, Esoteric), infused with the raw essence of black metal (Strid, Darkthrone), and bathed in the ethereal embrace of cinematic soundscapes (William Basinski, Henryk Górecki, Coil), Locusts and Honey conjure a sonic maelstrom that traverses the realms of darkness and despair. Vocalist Stephen Murray's anguished growls, which invoke memories of Lee Dorian, are intertwined with the melancholic melodies of multi-instrumentalist Tomás Robertson to cast a spell of sorrow and fury upon all who dare to listen.

releases May 24, 2024

Recorded in London, September and October MMXXIII a.y.p.s.

Music and Photography: Tomás Robertson

Lyrics and Vocals: Stephen Murray

Mastered by Greg Dawson at BWC Studios

Cover Art: Sam Rictus @samrictus

Layout Design: H Moraga T

QUOMODO SEDET SOLA CIVITAS.

https://hypaethralrecords.bandcamp.com/album/teach-me-to-live-that-i-dread-the-grave-as-little-as-my-bed

https://instagram.com/_locustsandhoney_

https://locustsandhoney.bandcamp.com/