Metal News for October 5, 2023
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18 news articles posted on this day.
Krisiun Debuts "Necronomical" Music Video
Brazilian death metal veterans Krisiun has released a new music video for the song, "Necronomical." You can check it out below. The song comes the band's latest album, "Mortem Solis," which was released last year through Century Media Records.
Suffocation Shares "Perpetual Deception" Single
New York death metal legends Suffocation will unleash their ninth full-length album Hymns "From The Apocrypha" on November 3rd via Nuclear Blast. The follow-up to "...of the Dark Light" (2017) and the first release featuring the new vocalist Ricky Myers, pushes the band to the very edges of extremity and is arguably the group's strongest-sounding, most sonically punishing album yet. Suffocation has achieved death metal perfection.
Check out the second single from the album, titled, "Perpetual Deception." The track revisits the Son of Man (Jesus) and his continuous deceit, a nod to the classic Suffocation track, "Jesus Wept." More...
Cirith Ungol Releases "Looking Glass" Lyric Video
Cult heavy metal icons Cirith Ungol today unveils their latest single, "Looking Glass." The monolithic new track comes by way of the band‘s impending sixth full-length, "Dark Parade," set for release on October 20th via Metal Blade Records. You can check out a lyric video for the song below.
Up-tempo but still moody, latest single “Looking Glass” begins with a shattering mirror and gains steam with trenchant riffs that slither between a multitude of muted chugs. During the understated midsection, the tone turns dusky as the tune reaches its pinnacle, with lengthy, blues-based leads. Rob Garven‘s drums match the shifting mood beat for beat. “It has the quintessential UNGOL slowed down middle section, like ’Join The Legion‘ [from 1991‘s Paradise Lost] and ’War Eternal‘ [from 1986‘s One Foot In Hell],” says Garven. “I spent quite a lot of time getting the drum fill at the beginning of the solo just perfect.”
"Looking Glass" marks the beginning of a conceptual four-song sequence that introduces listeners to "The Dark Parade," a visceral and poignant multi-song presentation that leaves little room for happy endings. "Is it a nightmare tale of self-reflection or just another journey through the cracks in our reality and the curse of broken dreams?" asks vocalist Tim Baker, shedding a little light on the “darkness” within. "It‘s not quite what Lewis Carroll [author of Alice's Adventures In Wonderland, Through The Looking-Glass etc.] had in mind, but an even more bleak and deadly vision. Alice found that her visions were the complete opposite of her dreams, but here they are one and the same. Will waking dispel the nightmares, or are our waking hours just the extension of them? Once we smash the mirror, there is no turning back." More...
Prong Posts "State Of Emergency" Lyric Video
This Friday, October 6, 2023, Prong's new album, "State of Emergency," hits the streets!
To celebrate their eagerly anticipated 13th release, Tommy Victor and the guys have shared a new music video for the album's title track, following up previous acclaimed singles "Breaking Point", "Non Existence" and "The Descent".
With heavy metal perfection, "State of Emergency" shows off this quintessential band's unique blend of thrashy, punky, face ripping rock — emblematic of what the entire record has to offer.
Tommy comments on the track: "The title track 'State of Emergency' is a bit of a classic PRONG style groove metal track but heavier. It features the last lyric written for the album. I wanted a song that summarized some of the other lyrics. One that would direct the cover art as well. What we get is this depiction of the Orwellian, dystopian reality we are facing. It’s all rather dark, threatening and heavy." More...
Wayfarer Debuts "A High Plains Eulogy" Video
On October 27th, Denver, Colorado's Wayfarer will release their fifth full-length, "American Gothic," via Profound Lore (USA)//Century Media Records (EU). For a preview of their unique blend of black metal, gothic country, and Americana, the video for the new single, "A High Plains Eulogy" (directed by Alex Pace//@chainsawjustice), can be seen below.
Shane McCarthy (vocals/guitars) comments as follows:
"‘A High Plains Eulogy’ is one of the more stripped down and somber moments on the record. It's a moody vision of the American frontier, serving a bit as a requiem for an idea that is slipping through one's hands lost to time.
"The video, captured by our longtime collaborator Alex Pace, paints the stark and empty beauty of the Colorado plains, and the Rocky Mountains, where the rock formations of the land serve as its own tombstones. The visuals are a perfect accompaniment to this dark little folksong. It tells of tragedy and sits in the middle of ‘American Gothic’, fully fleshing out the record's more personal facets." More...
Eleine Drops "Blood In Their Eyes" Music Video
Swedish symphonic dark metal act Eleine only knows one direction: The band moves towards the top step by step! Besides releasing two strong records via Atomic Fire Records in recent times (2022's "Acoustic In Hell" + 2023's "We Shall Remain"), the band have performed many shows around the globe with bands such as label mates Sonata Arctica, Kamelot and others, including making their North American live debut alongside Moonspell in spring 2023 which will be followed by an appearance at ProgPower USA next year.
And their next adventure is about to begin: Today, Eleine will play the first of 34 shows as part of the European leg of the "I Am On Tour" with Pain, Ensiferum and Ryujin. And while being on the road almost continuously, the group's line-up has also become more concrete with live guitarist Victor Jonasson joining Eleine as permanent guitarist and thus completing the band as a real quintet.
Vocalist Madeleine Liljestam and guitarist/vocalist Rikard Ekberg state: "Victor has been our live guitarist since late 2021, and we are proud to welcome him as our new permanent guitarist in the band. Victor has proven himself over and over again with great talent and team spirit. We are happy to welcome him to the band!"
Victor adds: "It feels amazing being a permanent member of such a fantastic band like Eleine. After almost 2 years as their live session guitarist, I can safely say there are no better people to play with than these."
It's a historical day that needs to be celebrated musically too, of course. That's why the Swedes have launched a brand new digital 2-track single titled "Blood In Their Eyes." Its title may sound familiar since it belongs to a track that can also be found on Eleine's latest studio offering "We Shall Remain," but as icing on the cake, the band have added a previously unreleased instrumental version of the song. Listen to both tracks and also watch the visualizer video for the single's opener, which was produced by the band's own Rikard and Madeleine alongside MOOB! More...
Hinayana Unveils "Triptych Visions" Video
Austin, Texas based melodic death metal band-to-watch Hinayana recently announced the release of their unmissable upcoming sophomore full-length album, "Shatter And Fall," out November 10, 2023 via Napalm Records. Setting them apart from contemporaries like Insomnium, Amorphis and Swallow the Sun, "Shatter And Fall blends" modern, accessible elements with equal parts melody and menace, emerging as a fresh entry in this year’s most head-turning metal offerings.
Today, following their recent debut of massive first single "Reverse The Code," Hinayana reveals the somber yet spine-tingling second single "Triptych Visions". The track features some of "Shatter And Fall’s" most melancholic and introspective moments, with a grooving introduction, unforgettable chorus and an exemplary solo.
Frontman Casey Hurd says about "Triptych Visions":
"Be it addiction or simply yearning for another life, we can often get lost in our mind’s eye. 'Triptych Visions’ is about one’s own inability to break loose from such a vicious cycle of self-destruction and escapism, regardless of the pain it always ends in. The track showcases an intense and emotional facet of HINAYANA’s new sonic direction." More...
Ministry Announces 2024 North American Tour Dates
Ahead of Ministry’s brand-new studio album, "HOPIUMFORTHEMASSES," dropping March 1, 2024, the band will head out on a Spring 2024 North American tour, once again teaming up with touring comrades Gary Numan and Front Line Assembly.
The 29-date tour kicks off February 27 in San Francisco and runs through April 5 in Tucson, hitting major markets in the U.S. and Canada (see the full list of dates below). Tickets go on sale this Friday, October 6 at 10 AM local time. Find more info at www.ministryband.com/tour.
Says Ministry mastermind and creator Al Jourgensen: "So looking forward to doing another tour with Gary and the gang. We had such a blast the last time. The shows were amazing. Each band complements the other perfectly. Plus, both of our new releases are Kick Ass! Get your tickets and come join us."
Joined by Ministry’s current frontline of musicians – John Bechdel (keyboards), Monte Pittman and Cesar Soto (guitars), Roy Mayorga (drums) and Paul D’Amour (bass) – the 9-track "HOPIUMFORTHEMASSES" also has a slew of special guest contributors including Gogol Bordello’s Eugene Hutz, long-time collaborator and Lard companion Jello Biafra and Corrosion of Conformity frontman Pepper Keenan.
The tour dates are as follows: More...
Blackbriar Posts New Music Video Online
Last Friday, Blackbriar released their brand new studio album "A Dark Euphony." The album delivers comprehensive storytelling, just as you would expect from the grandiose raconteurs. Besides Gothic beauty and metallic darkness there is infinitely more to explore on this exceptional album.
Vocalist Zora Cock comments:
"Some say that there is beauty in darkness... Terrifying visitors, worlds far gone, Gothic romances, bone-chilling legends, sin-eaters, burning hearts frozen in time, songs with a misleading voice, and a truthful whisper. This and so much more for you to discover on ‘A Dark Euphony’. We've had the pleasure of working with producer and musical genius Joost van den Broek, and we gave it our all to write this record and feel that this is our most complete, personal, and mature album to date." More...
Sodom Releases "1982 (Remix)" Music Video
German Thrash Metal legends Sodom has released their new single and video for the song "1982 (Remix)." The song is taken from the upcoming EP "1982" and is also available on all digital platforms.
Frontman Tom Angelripper states: "These days, we‘d probably compose those songs differently and arrange them in a more contemporary style. But we see this EP as a little journey back in time to recapture the atmosphere of the early eighties. For us, it‘s about remembering those wild years. Back then, people hated bands like Motörhead or Venom. But we didn‘t give a shit about their opinion, we wanted to shock and outrage." More...
Brujeria Announces 2024 UK And Ireland Tour Dates
Having just released their lethal new studio album "Esto Es Brujeria," Mexican death grind legends Brujeria are pleased to announce that they will bring their murderous rampage to our shores next year. The band have announced their "Esto Es Brujeria - UK & Ireland Tour 2024."
The mafiosos will present some of their new songs live in the flesh each night, showcasing tracks like "Mochado," "Bruja Encabronada" and "El Patrón Del Reventón." Support on the trek will come from Borstal.
El Patrón Juan Brujo states:
"Llevo la Raza para la gran Isla UK! Ahí nos vemos cabrones!"
The tour dates are as follows: More...
PoonTickler Premiere New Single & NSFW Music Video
Las Vegas slamming grindcore duo PoonTickler premiere a new single and animated NSFW music video by the name of “12 Gauge Roid Rage”, streaming via YouTube for you now below.
If you liked the song above, we've included another track named "Phlegmbotomy" which has premiered earlier this past August via Spotify:
Venues Premiere New Single & Music Video
German metalcore outfit Venues has unveiled a music video for their latest single, "Oblivion," both available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
According to an official press release, the song draws its inspiration from the following: More...
Vildhjarta Premiere New Single "+ ylva +"
Swedish thall /djent outfit Vildhjarta have released a new single called "+ ylva +." This track follows their August release, "+ den spanska känslan +." Fans are eagerly anticipating what else the band may have in store for them in the future.
Unprocessed Premiere New Single & Music Video
German progressive metal/djent group Unprocessed is back with their second single from their upcoming third studio album, "...and everything in between." The latest track, "Blackbone," now has a music video both of which available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Unprocessed shared their thoughts on the track, explaining: More...
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Morne Sign With Metal Blade Records
Post-metal outfit Morne from Boston have inked a deal with Metal Blade Records and are preparing to unleash their upcoming album, "Engraved With Pain," on November 3rd through the label. This four-song opus was recorded at Converge's Kurt Ballou's GodCity Studio in Salem, MA. The album's first single "Wretched Empire," is streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
guitarist/vocalist Milosz Gassan has some thoughts to share about it: More...
Jamey Jasta Guests On New Angelus Apatrida Song
Hatebreed's frontman, Jamey Jasta, makes a guest appearance on the latest single from Spanish thrash metal band Angelus Apatrida. The song, titled "Snob," can be listened to, streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below. This track is slated to be featured on Angelus Apatrida's upcoming studio album, "Aftermath," scheduled for release on October 20th via Century Media.
Vocalist and guitarist Guillermo Izquierdo shared his thoughts on the song:
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Betraying The Martyrs Call It A Day
French metalcore band Betraying The Martyrs has decided to bring their 15-year journey to a close. In an official statement, the group announced their decision to disband, marking the end of their run with the release of their final music video for the song "Irae + The Veil." They have also digitally released a final EP titled "Godspeed," which contains the two aforementioned tracks, both of which streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below.
States the group: More...
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