MUSIC EXTREME

sábado, 4 de mayo de 2024

ADVERSARIAL STREAMS NEW TRACK: "HATRED KILN OF VENGEANCE"

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The latest assault from Canada's blistering, serpentine three-piece ADVERSARIAL is now streaming. "Hatred Kiln of Vengeance" is the second track off Solitude with the Eternal.

Stream the song now at youtube.com/watch?v=Upinf07rJNo

Solitude with the Eternal, is the band's first album in nearly 10 years will be out May 31 on CD, vinyl, cassette, and digital formats via Dark Descent Records.

Pre-order Solitude with the Eternal at

darkdescentrecords.bandcamp.com

darkdescentrecords.com/shop

ddmsuo.eu (European orders)

Tracklisting:

1. Beware the Howling Darkness on Thine Left Shoulder

2. Hatred Kiln of Vengeance

3. Witness to the Eternal Light

4. Death is an Advisor in the Woods of the Devil

5. Crushed Into the Kingdom of Darkness

6. Merging Within the Destroyer

7. Fanes at the Engur

8. Endless Maze of Blackest Dominion

Artwork for Solitude with the Eternal was done by Nekronikon. The album was recorded and mixed by Vadim Balanyuk, and mastered by Damian Herring at Subterranean Watchtower Studios.

Razor sharp. Slithering. Dual chasms yawn. A Janus-faced entity blinks, looking back and forward through the uncanny gloom. Dual tongues chase each other, slithering past cavities in the broken teeth. Licking against the neck, pulling more offal toward the trough. Each face has a black hole in the iris of each eye. As photons evaporate against the retina on the other side of the event horizon, memory fades. A new knowledge, imbued from the excrement of microorganisms trickles through the throaty slough. Yes, we’ve been here before. Yes, we’ll be here again.

The entity known as ADVERSARIAL has opened the portal to a timeless realm of suffocation and agony once more. As Leviathan doubles back on itself, sulfur rises from the point of crossing, a bouquet of putrid yolk. This foul chemical will sustain nigredo, as metal black as midnight is tempered under atom smashing might.

ADVERSARIAL is:

M.M. - Bass

E.K. - Drums

C.S. - Guitars/Vocals

facebook.com/AdversarialOfficial

www.darkdescentrecords.com

darkdescentrecords.bandcamp.com

HELLISH TORMENT RELEASE "HELLISH TORMENT"

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Release Date: 4/26/2024

FFO: Carpathian Forest, Old Man's Child, Kalmah

Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hellish Torment Unleashes Debut Album "Hellish Torment"

Black metal enthusiasts, brace yourselves! Hellish Torment, the newest sensation hailing from Grand Rapids, Michigan, is set to release their highly anticipated debut album, "Hellish Torment," on April 26, 2024.

Formed in 2016, Hellish Torment has been making waves with their bone-chilling sound, drawing influences from thrash, old-school black metal, melodic death metal, and power metal. Their music is a captivating blend of aggressive guitar riffs, blistering solos, and thunderous rhythms, guaranteed to keep listeners on the edge of their seats.

The band has already showcased their ferocity with two intense music videos for their songs "Dead And Rotting" and "Demons Of The Cold," both of which are featured on the upcoming album.

Hellish Torment's lineup consists of Tom "The Soulbutcher" Gillis on vocals and guitars, Mike "Evil Oehmen" on drums, and Patrick "Dragginballs" McCarty on guitar. While currently seeking a new bass player, Tom has taken over bass duties for the album, ensuring a seamless continuation of their sonic assault.

For fans of Carpathian Forest, Old Man's Child, and Kalmah, "Hellish Torment" promises to deliver an unforgettable journey into the darkest realms of black metal.

Prepare to be engulfed by the infernal sounds of "Hellish Torment" as the band unleashes their form of black metal onto the world. Let the torment begin.

Check them out on YouTube and subscribe!

https://youtu.be/pk614O4ujms

Follow them on Spotify and add them to your playlists!

https://open.spotify.com/artist/0vqrGrenvMF2SVUknphwXD

Support them on Bandcamp!

https://hellishtorment.bandcamp.com/track/demons-of-the-cold

Follow the band at these links:

https://www.instagram.com/hellish.torment

https://youtube.com/@hellishtorment9844?si=W1PwvqHgQ-FC1DlQ

https://www.facebook.com/HellishTormentOfficial

hellishtorment.bandcamp.com

AGGRESSION RELEASE VIDEO FOR "QUEEN OF THE DAMNED"

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Release Date: Friday May 3rd, 2024

FFO: Slayer, Dark Angel and Kreator

Location: Vancouver BC, Canada

Thrash Metal Legends Aggression Unleash Official Video for "Queen Of The Damned"

Canadian thrash metal veterans Aggression are proud to announce the release of their official video for "Queen Of The Damned," out today. Known for their relentless energy and uncompromising sound, Aggression returns to the forefront of the metal scene with this latest offering, capturing the essence of classic thrash metal with a modern twist.

Inspired by bands like Slayer, Dark Angel, and Kreator, Aggression has been a driving force in the thrash metal scene since their formation in Montreal, Quebec, in 1983. Originally known as Asylum and Adrenalin, the band solidified its identity as Aggression in 1985. Led by guitarists Denis “Sasquatch” Barthe and Bernard “Burn” Caudron, Aggression quickly gained traction with their aggressive riffs and commanding vocals.

Their journey through the metal underground led to invitations to contribute to metal compilations from New Renaissance Records, alongside acts like Flotsam and Jetsam, At War, Deathrash, Necrophagia, and Wehrmacht. Despite numerous complications, including delays in album releases, Aggression's impact on the Quebec metal scene was undeniable.

With the release of their 1986 debut album "Forgotten Skeleton" and the 1987 follow-up "The Full Treatment," Aggression received critical acclaim and established themselves as one of Quebec's most popular metal acts. Their concerts sold out across the province, and they shared the stage with legendary acts like Anvil, Celtic Frost, Voivod, Nuclear Assault, and Dark Angel.

However, due to substance abuse and legal issues, Aggression disbanded in 1989, only to be resurrected in 2005 and permanently reformed in 2014 in Vancouver, British Columbia, with Denis “Sasquatch” Barthe leading the charge once again. Since then, Aggression has released several albums, including "Fragmented Spirit Devils," "Feels Like Punk, Sounds Like Thrash," and "From Hell With Hate."

Now, armed with a new recording deal with Massacre Records, Aggression is gearing up for their upcoming album "Frozen Aggressors," set to be released in December 2023. The band's current lineup of Barthe (vocals, guitar), Dave “Watts” Watson (guitar), Kyle “Viking” Hagen (vocals, bass), and Ryan “Quatchi” Idris (drums) is the strongest yet, and they're ready to take the world by storm.

"Queen Of The Damned" is a testament to Aggression's enduring legacy in the metal scene and their commitment to delivering uncompromising thrash metal.

Check out the video and subscribe!

https://youtu.be/zF-sq5HUDLg

Follow them on Spotify and add them to your Playlists!

https://open.spotify.com/artist/3KcRUDQ45WfCzEEN2Hu6YO

Also available at Apple!

https://music.apple.com/us/album/frozen-aggressors/1709266564

AGGRESSION is:

Denis “Sasquatch” Barthe – vocals/guitar

Dave “Watts” Watson – guitar

Kyle “Viking” Hagen – vocals/bass

Ryan “Quatchi” Idris – drums.

Follow the band at these links:

https://www.aggressionofficial.com

https://open.spotify.com/artist/3KcRUDQ45WfCzEEN2Hu6YO

https://www.facebook.com/AGGRESSION85

PONTIFEX RELEASE "FROM THE PALE MIST"

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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/

CARCARIASS RELEASE "AFTERWORLD"

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Release Date: 04/14/2023

FFO: DEATH, CORONER, GOJIRA

Location: FRANCE

CARCARIASS Unleashes Sixth Album "AFTERWORLD"

French melodic death metal veterans CARCARIASS released their highly anticipated sixth album, "AFTERWORLD," on April 14, 2023. With a history spanning over 25 years, CARCARIASS has solidified their place in the metal scene with their powerful and melodic sound.

AFTERWORLD delivers a blend of intense riffing, intricate melodies, and dynamic compositions that showcase CARCARIASS's evolution as musicians. The album promises to captivate fans of melodic death metal, offering a journey through dark and atmospheric landscapes.

For fans of bands like DEATH, CORONER, and GOJIRA, CARCARIASS's music offers a familiar yet unique experience, combining elements of classic death metal with modern twists.

The album's production is handled by GSI Records, with recording and mixing done by "Drop" (Guitarist of SAMAEL) at Downtone Studio in Switzerland. Mastering duties were entrusted to Jens Bogren (ARCH ENEMY, AMON AMARTH, SEPULTURA) at Fascination Street Studio in Sweden.

The artwork for "AFTERWORLD" is crafted by Headsplit Design (NAPALM DEATH, KREATOR, CRYPTOPSY), adding a visual dimension that complements the album's sonic intensity.

"AFTERWORLD" was made physically available through Season of Mist Distribution on April 14th, with digital distribution via Tunecore after March 3rd. Pre-orders and streaming links are available on major music platforms.

CARCARIASS's current lineup consists of Pascal Lanquetin (All Guitars and Music Composition), Jérôme Thomas (Vocals), Raphaël Couturier (Bass), Bertrand Simonin (Drums), and Bob (Rhythm Guitar only for gigs).

Stay tuned for "AFTERWORLD," an album that promises to redefine the boundaries of melodic death metal and solidify CARCARIASS's position as one of France's premier metal acts.

Check them out on YouTube and subscribe!

https://youtu.be/lLat8suKxGs

https://youtu.be/xheJofd-ukI

https://youtu.be/RxNbaUF5blo

Follow them on Spotify and add them to your playlists!

https://open.spotify.com/album/3EUiaDMEf7AWuqo9jgtnPm

Support them on Bandcamp!

https://carcariass.bandcamp.com/album/afterworld-new-album-2023

Follow the band at these links:

https://www.facebook.com/carcariass/

https://www.youtube.com/CARCARIASS

https://www.instagram.com/carcariass/

https://carcariass.bandcamp.com/

https://ffm.to/3p2d8aa

https://open.spotify.com/intl-fr/album/3EUiaDMEf7AWuqo9jgtnPm

https://music.apple.com/fr/album/afterworld/1669900897

https://www.deezer.com/fr/album/404072337a

viernes, 3 de mayo de 2024

WRACH RELEASE "QUAE INFRA VOLO VIDERE"

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From the cold dark shadows of Wales emerges Wrach, an enigmatic one-man black metal force. A tempest of relentless riffs, thunderous percussion, and infernal vocals, submerged deep within occult, death worship, and anticosmic theses.

Enveloping listeners into a sinister esoteric atmosphere of otherworldly currents, straddling the line between the material and the abyss.

Embrace death, transcend the mortal coil and revel in the sinister beauty hidden within the folds of the abyss. This solitary figure stands as a sentinel of Death, guiding initiates through desolate and perilous soundscapes, beckoning you to tread the treacherous path where malevolence and obscurity converge.

Artwork by Seventh Bell. Digipack contains a 12 page booklet with lyrics.

Mastered by Jaime Gómez Arellano (Ulver, Oranssi Pazuzu, Altar of Plagues)

Listen to "Quae Infra Volo Videre"

Tracklist:

1.(The Altar of Tarren Deusant) Ghæstan Sathanical Semilanceata

2.The Call of the Carnyx) The Abyss, The Seven Pillars, and The Gift of Annwn

3.(The Throes of the Covenant) Born from the Womb of Chaos

4.Hail Death!

5.(Ll.B.C. MMXXI) Ignis N.O.X. Delirium

6.Quae Infra Volo Videre 04:59

7.A Woeful Descent (Telos)

Released June 20th 2024. Pre-order now.

https://apocalypticwitchcraft.bandcamp.com/album/quae-infra-volo-videre

https://apocalypticwitchcraft.co.uk/collections/wrach

https://www.facebook.com/apocalypticwitchcraftrecordings

https://www.instagram.com/apocalypticwitchcraft

SINS OF SHADOWS RELEASE "FOREVER FREE"

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French Heavy/Power Metal band Sins of Shadows released their new single «Forever Free».The release was recorded in "Aedonia Production" and mixed/mastered by Sebastien Normand with the legend Henning Basse (Metalium, Firewind etc.) as a guest singer.

https://open.spotify.com/album/58WPlO7MS1MlBQFscNhBSU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvfhwVw1YyY

Sins of Shadows was formed in Reims, France in 2014. After two E.P.s, in 2014 «Be» and in 2016 «Today’s the day», the band released his first album «The Master’s way» in 2020. Two years later, the French heavy metal band released the album « Imperium » in 2022. The music of Sins Of Shadows is influenced by heavy metal bands : Iron Maiden, Evergrey, Megadeth, Testament but also more progressive ones : Symphony X, Ayreon etc.

https://www.facebook.com/sinsofshadows/

https://www.instagram.com/sinsofshadows666/

https://sinsofshadows.bandcamp.com/

SUNMANCER RELEASE NEW SINGLE: "CHASM DARKLY"

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Metallic hardcore heavy hitters Sunmancer are poised to shake the foundations of the metalcore scene with their latest video single “Chasm Darkly”. Known for their relentless energy and unyielding heaviness, Sunmacer is also hitting the road with August Burns Red and Fuming Mouth in May (dates listed below) where listeners can catch the track live. The band comments on the song:

“Compared to our other songs, Chasm Darkly came together relatively quickly. This song was written in a span of a few hours, and only very minor tweaks were made after the demo was recorded. Everyone in the band really enjoys the vibe of the song, and it’s the first one that Ramon, our drummer, was able to sing on. The lyrical content is purposely left open to interpretation so that the listener can glean their own meaning. We are extremely proud of this song, and feel that it represents the musical direction we are moving in as a band.”

Lyrically, “Chasm Darkly” can be open to interpretation, but vocalist Justin Mazlik wrote it with his own struggles and anxiety in mind. Musically, Sunmancer wanted this track to have a wide range of feelings - going from heavy riffing with blast beats to epic choruses and calm bridges. They don’t revisit many of the riffs in the song, as to take the listener on more of a “journey” as opposed to just a verse-chorus-verse-chorus structure.

Formed by brothers Kyle and Justin Mazlik, Sunmancer rose from the ashes of Broadcast The Nightmare, carving out their own path in the metal landscape. Teaming up with Atlanta-based guitarist Jeremy Harlan of Faith In Ruin, the band's lineup solidified with the addition of Dan Nelson on bass and Ramon Rellum on drums.

“Chasm Darkly” is intended to be more than just a song, it is an experience - from the intense blast beats to the serene interludes, every element of the track is carefully crafted to evoke emotion and resonate with the audience. It is recommended for fans of Killswitch Engage, Counterparts, and The Black Dahlia Murder.

Watch and listen to the music video for “Chasm Darkly” at https://youtu.be/VLFtYJUywtE

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/track/5ae5RB0fLb8OQ8C4otU7eU

Tour Promo Video - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/XsDCcDhrrp0

Spring Fling Tour w/ August Burns Red, Fuming Mouth, Sunmancer

May 9 - Daytona Beach, FL - Welcome to Rockville *

May 10 - Birmingham, AL - Iron City

May 11 - Dothan, AL - The Plant

May 13 - Columbia, SC - The Senate

May 14 - Lexington, KY - Manchester Music Hall

May 15 - Chattanooga, TN - The Signal

May 16 - Columbus, OH - Sonic Temple Festival *

*No Sunmancer

More info: Facebook.com/sunmancerband | Twitter.com/sunmancerband | Youtube.com/@sunmancer | Instagram.com/sunmancer

CEREMONY OF SILENCE RELEASE "HÁLIOS"

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Slovakian Blackened Death Metal horde Ceremony of Silence return with the July 19 release of stunning new album Hálios on Willowtip Records.

Metal Injection has premiered the official video for the album's first single, "Serpent Slayer," which will be available everywhere on Friday, May 3. Check out "Serpent Slayer" below!

metalinjection.net/new-music/ceremony-of-silence-streams-serpent-slayer-announces-new-record-halios

Building upon the foundation laid by their debut album, this new release delves even deeper into the band's unique blend of brutality and atmosphere. The album radiates with suffocating intensity, introducing a richer, more atmospheric dimension to the band's sound, while retaining some of the band's signature aspects of haunting melodies, or breathtaking gradations.

Unborn, all-pervading and radiant. The immutable light of the Universe, our fundamental inherent nature, and a bridge to the mythical time. Hálios represents a breakthrough of the sacred into the temporal world, and sets forth on an eerie journey reenacting old stories inspired by the essence of the ancient Indo-European mythology, entwined in obscure visions and dreams.

Track Listing:

1. Primaeval Sacrifice

2. Serpent Slayer

3. Moon Vessel

4. Eternal Return

5. Light Runs Through Light

6. Perennial Incantation

7. King in the Mountain

Credits:

Lyrics & Artwork by Matúš S. Ďurčík.

Engineered & Mixed by Miroslav Spevák.

Produced by Miroslav Spevák & Viliam Pilarčík.