Metal News for May 18, 2023
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5 news articles posted on this day.
Deathcore Band Mental Cruelty Release Single
"Zwielicht", the latest full-length album from Mental Cruelty, will be made available via Century Media Records on June 23.
Mental Cruelty comments on the new single: "This song is inspired by the Greek Prometheus saga or comparatively the story of the Lost Sinner from Dark Souls. It tells the story of a man that is shackled to a mountain summit. He stands for the feeling of being trapped and isolated and feeling guilty about it. The evil chord progressions combined with huge orchestral ornaments and fast-paced blast beats will give you a feeling of listening to almost old-schoolish Black Metal with a modern twist.” More...
The Ogre Packet Slammers Premiere New Lyric Video
Reno, NV/Houston, TX-based slamming deathcore band The Ogre Packet Slammers premiere a new single and lyric video by the name of “New Times//Old Adventures”, streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Sylosis Premiere New Live Video For "Deadwood"
Sylosis has released a live video for their most recent single, "Deadwood." The footage for this video was captured during the band's performance on March 21st at the OVO Arena Wembley in London, UK. The show took place with Sylosis openening for Lamb Of God and Kreator.
Butcher Babies Premiere New Music Video
Butcher Babies have unveiled that their double album, titled "Eye For An Eye..." & "...'Til The World's Blind," is set to be released on July 7th. This release marks the celebration of the tenth anniversary of their debut album, "Goliath." While further details about the double album are yet to be revealed, the band has recently premiered an official music video for their single "Red Thunder."
Frontwoman Heidi Shepherd shared her thoughts on the single, stating: More...
Stitched Up Heart Premiere New Track & Music Video
Stitched Up Heart have debuted the music video for their latest single, "To The Wolves," which premiered online streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below. This track includes a guest appearance by Craig Mabbitt of Escape The Fate, while the accompanying video was directed by Tony Aguilara.
When asked about the song and video, frontwoman Alecia "Mixi" Demner shared her thoughts: More...
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