Elvenking
Formed: 1997
From:
Sacile,
Italy
Last Known Status: Active
Latest Elvenking News
Below is our complete Elvenking news coverage, including columns and articles pertaining to the band. Some articles listed may be indirectly related, such as side projects of the band members, etc.
Note: We began associating news directly with bands in late 2003. Therefore, earlier band news may not be listed on this page.
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Elvenking To Release New Album In April
A return to fantasy: On April 28, 2023, Elvenking will continue their epic quest with "Reader Of The Runes – Rapture," the sequel to their 2019 blockbuster record "Reader Of The Runes – Divination!" Forging a potent magic stronger than ever by evoking the essence of heavy metal, pagan metal, folk and melodic death metal, Elvenking set sail to horizons more distant than ever before, boldly taking the world by storm with their quintessentially unique approach to heavy, powerful music. Today, the band has shared a music video for the first single, the album title track "Rapture."
"After three years of absence, we decided to give our fans a taste of the album that could be as plentiful as possible." Guitarist Aydan and vocalist Damna comment. "'Rapture' is one of the longest tracks of the lot and we feel it has all the epicness, the tragic nature and most of the nuances that the album incorporates in its entire length, so this is what we wanted to offer to our listeners as a first glimpse of 'Reader of the Runes - Rapture.' Also, lyrically it is the perfect link between the previous chapter and this one, as it is the Introduction. The story opens on the Reader of the Runes himself and we read about his mindset and plans before the climax that will be described in the rest of the songs." More...
Gloryhammer Announces European Tour Dates
The wait is over – Gloryhammer finally return to stages all over Europe stronger than ever! After two years of delays, Gloryhammer are ready to take stages by storm! The band is thrilled to announce the Interdimensional Hammer Quest Tour 2022, which will include some massive European festivals as well as select club shows.
The band comments:
"Mighty Warriors! After 2 agonizing years of postponements and waiting, Angus McFife and his heroes of Dundee make their triumphant return to the stages of Europe! Alongside the long-awaited festival shows are a string of exclusive club dates. For these, the Prince has enlisted the service of Kings from far and wide to aid him in the destruction of Zargothrax - German powerhouse Warkings and Elvenking from Italy! So, shine those hammers, sharpen your battleaxes, and fight epic battles at the dates below!"
The tour dates are as follows: More...
Aexylium Introduces New Guitarist And Drummer
Italian symphonic folk metallers Aexylium are pleased to announce two new additions to their lineup, drummer Alberto Mezzanotte and guitarist Thalia Bellazecca (both ex-Frozen Crown). The two musicians have significant experience, having toured in Europe and Japan along with sharing the stage with well-known bands such as Elvenking and Dragonforce. Thalia is also officially endorsed by ESP Guitars.
In addition to the lineup news, Aexylium are sharing their latest lyric video "Spirit Of The North" in support of their latest album “The Fifth Season” released this past October via Rockshots Records. Like other songs on the record, "Spirit of The North" is inspired by Norse culture and themes. The vocals are deliberately anthemic as it guides the listener into the last track on the full-length. More...
Elvenking Shares New Music Video
In August 2019, Elvenking entered a new era with releasing the concept album "Reader Of The Runes - Divination." Today, the band adds another chapter to their book of epic stories, presenting their Elvenlegions the single, “The Moon And The Magic”. Check out the video below.
The band states: "'The Moon and Magic' is the link between Reader of the Runes – Divination and the next chapters of the story to come. The song was written with the rest of the Divination material and was recorded during the sessions of the album but we wanted to have a bridge-song to be released between the first and the second album. It has been the last song written for the album with this specific idea in mind. The mood of both the music and the lyrics is kind of “calm-before-the storm”, a scene that catches the silence before everything reaches its climax. Plunge yourself into the Moon and Magic and read the Lines that no one reads…" More...
Elvenking To Stream Pre-Recorded Show
For all the Elvenking and Pagan metal fans out there - AFM’s Italian folk power metal band reveals some info about Live Invocations, the special live studio performance. It will be streamed on November 20, at 8 PM (CET) on the AFM Records YouTube channel, and it will be preceded by a Q&A with the band, at 7 PM (CET) on the band's social media accounts.
Here’s their official statement: "Dear Elvenlegions, we can finally reveal more about “Live Invocations, a special live session filmed in the studio. We have been working hard on this in the last months, finding the right unique setlist, rehearsing it and finding the perfect solution to record it and make it available to you all.
"We were ready to publish it, but then came the cancelation of our Nov/Dec European Tour, so we stopped for a while and decided that we could substitute the tour with this special live recording. It won't be the same, but at least it's something in these dreadful times. It will be a free streaming video, but if you want to support the band we have created a Money Box on Paypal (more info below)."
Find the Paypal Money Box here
This special live event has been filmed and recorded at The Central Recording Studios in Crevada (TV) Italy.
Elvenking Releases New Single
Italian folk metal act Elvenking is streaming the new song "The Horned Ghost And The Sorcerer," which you can enjoy in the player below. The song appears on the upcoming new album "Secrets of the Magick Grimoire," which is set to drop on November 10th via AFM Records. Check it out in the player below.
The track list is as follows:
1. Invoking The Woodland Spirit
2. Draugen’s Maelstrom (see lyric video here)
3. The One We Shall Follow
4. The Horned Ghost And The Sorcerer
5. A Grain Of Truth
6. The Wolves Will Be Howling Your Name
7. 3 Ways To Magick
8. Straight Inside Your Winter
9. The Voynich Manuscript
10. Summon The Dawn Light
11. At The Court Of The Wild Hunt (Feat. Snowy Shaw)
12. A Cloak Of Dusk
Bonus Tracks for Digi and Vinyl (Gold and Clear Green limited) versions:
13. Petalstorm
14. The Open Breach
15. Jigsaw Puzzle (2010 Version)
16. Skywards (2008 Version)
Check out "The Horned Ghost And The Sorcerer" here: More...
Elvenking Gets Caught In "Draugen's Maelstrom"
Italian folk metal act Elvenking issued a lyric video for the new song "Draugen's Maelstrom," the first single from the upcoming new album "Secrets of the Magick Grimoire," which is set to drop on November 10th via AFM Records. Check it out in the player below.
The song features Witchery vocalist Angst Norder on backing growls. Norder accompanies Snowy Shaw as the announced guest stars on the new album.
The track list is as follows:
1. Invoking The Woodland Spirit
2. Draugen’s Maelstrom
3. The One We Shall Follow
4. The Horned Ghost And The Sorcerer
5. A Grain Of Truth
6. The Wolves Will Be Howling Your Name
7. 3 Ways To Magick
8. Straight Inside Your Winter
9. The Voynich Manuscript
10. Summon The Dawn Light
11. At The Court Of The Wild Hunt (Feat. Snowy Shaw)
12. A Cloak Of Dusk
Bonus Tracks for Digi and Vinyl (Gold and Clear Green limited) versions:
13. Petalstorm
14. The Open Breach
15. Jigsaw Puzzle (2010 Version)
16. Skywards (2008 Version)
Check out "Draugen's Maelstrom" here: More...
Snowy Shaw To Guest On New Elvenking Album
Italian folk metal act Elvenking announced that ex-King Diamond/ex-Sabaton drummer Snowy Shaw will guest on the upcoming new album "Secrets of the Magick Grimoire," which is set to drop on November 10th via AFM Records.
The band previously announced that Witchery vocalist Angst Norder will provide growls and screams on four of the new tunes.
On Shaw, the band commented: "For sure one of our favorite musicians and twisted souls out there, who has been member and performed in some of our all-time favorite bands and albums: King Diamond, Mercyful Fate, Therion, Dimmu Borgir, Sabaton, Dream Evil, Memento Mori, just to name a few! Ledies and Gentlemen. Mr Snowy Shaw. He added his malicious and spooky vocals in the song 'At the Court of the Wild Hunt,' and we cannot wait for you to listen the result!
The track list for the album is:
1. Invoking The Woodland Spirit
2. Draugen’s Maelstrom
3. The One We Shall Follow
4. The Horned Ghost And The Sorcerer
5. A Grain Of Truth
6. The Wolves Will Be Howling Your Name
7. 3 Ways To Magick
8. Straight Inside Your Winter
9. The Voynich Manuscript
10. Summon The Dawn Light
11. At The Court Of The Wild Hunt (Feat. Snowy Shaw)
12. A Cloak Of Dusk
Bonus Tracks for Digi and Vinyl (Gold and Clear Green limited) versions:
13. Petalstorm
14. The Open Breach
15. Jigsaw Puzzle (2010 Version)
16. Skywards (2008 Version) More...
Elvenking Has A New Album Full Of Secrets
Italian folk metal veterans Elvenking have announced the impending release of the new album "Secrets of the Magick Grimoire." The album drops via AFM Records on November 10th. Prepare for Elvenking's most epic release ever!
You can now pre-order your favorite version at the AFM Records shop at very special prices over at this location.
The track list and artwork can be found here:
1. Invoking The Woodland Spirit
2. Draugen’s Maelstrom
3. The One We Shall Follow
4. The Horned Ghost And The Sorcerer
5. A Grain Of Truth
6. The Wolves Will Be Howling Your Name
7. 3 Ways To Magick
8. Straight Inside Your Winter
9. The Voynich Manuscript
10. Summon The Dawn Light
11. At The Court Of The Wild Hunt
12. A Cloak Of Dusk
Bonus Tracks for Digi and Vinyl (Gold and Clear Green limited) versions:
13. Petalstorm
14. The Open Breach
15. Jigsaw Puzzle (2010 Version)
16. Skywards (2008 Version) More...
AFM Records Announces 20 Year Compilation
2016 marks the 20th anniversary for Germany-based metal label AFM Records. Being in the business for two decades now and working with the “who's who” of the scene, the company is proud to present a special compilation of highlights and new tracks titled “20 Years - Metal Addiction."
Of course all the big names who were (and are) crucial for the label’s evolution during the years are featured here: Doro, U.D.O., Fear Factory, Evergrey, Avantasia, Rhapsody Of Fire, Danzig, Leaves’ Eyes, Edguy, Destruction, Masterplan, D-A-D, Ministry and many more.
Two brand new, previously unreleased songs by Iron Mask and Eden’s Curse perfectly round off this extensive release, which comes up with a total of 52 tracks on 3 CDs. More...
SpazioRock Festival Announced
SpazioRock.it, the seven-year old Italian webzine dedicated to the world of music, is glad to announce the first edition of the SpazioRock Festival, dedicated to heavy and power metal fans.
Full details and ticket info can be found here. The event will take place at Live Club di Trezzo sull'Adda (MI) on September 24th, 2016 and the currently announced set list is as follows:
- Stratovarius
- Powerwolf
- Luca Turilli's Rhapsody
- Iron Savior
- Domine
- Elvenking
- Overtures More...
Elvenking Starts A "Pagan Revolution"
Italian folk metal act Elvenking posted a live clip for the track "Pagan Revolution." The clip was taken from the live DVD/2CD release entitled "The Night of Nights - Live," which is due out on December 4th (EU) and January 22nd (USA) via AFM Records.
The release was captured during the band's hometown gig in Pordenone, Italy. The DVD/2CD Digipak will include the full show (more than two hours playing time) as well as the band's six official video clips.
The track listing is:
DVD/CD 1:
1. The Manifesto
2. Trows Kind
3. The Wanderer
4. Runereader
5. Pagan Revolution
6. She Lives At Dawn
7. Jigsaw Puzzle
8. Elvenlegions
9. The Cabal
10. A Prayer To Cernunnos
11. Moonbeam Stone Circle
12. Symohn's Bash
13. From Blood To Stone
14. Skywards
15. Disillusion's Reel More...
Elvenking To Release Live DVD/2CD Album
Italian folk metal act Elvenking will issue a live DVD/2CD release entitled "The Night of Nights - Live" on December 4th (USA) and January 22nd (USA) via AFM Records.
The band commented: "After 8 studio albums, we finally fulfill the wish of our dedicated, worldwide ELVENLEGIONS and release a Live DVD now!"
The recordings for "The Night Of Nights - Live" took place in the band's hometown of Pordenone, Italy. The magic of that very special night was captured perfectly. "The Night Of Nights - Live" will come as a DVD/2CD Digipak, which includes the full show (more than two hours
playing time) on both the DVD and 2CD. Additionally, the DVD will feature the band's six official video clips.
The cover artwork - shown below - was created by artist Samuel Araya Art. The track listing is:
DVD/CD 1:
1. The Manifesto
2. Trows Kind
3. The Wanderer
4. Runereader
5. Pagan Revolution
6. She Lives At Dawn
7. Jigsaw Puzzle
8. Elvenlegions
9. The Cabal
10. A Prayer To Cernunnos
11. Moonbeam Stone Circle
12. Symohn's Bash
13. From Blood To Stone
14. Skywards
15. Disillusion's Reel More...
Elvenking Posts "The Solitaire" Lyric Video
Italian folk metal act Elvenking released a new lyric video for the track "The Solitaire." The song appears on the latest release "The Pagan Manifesto," which is available now via AFM Records. A review for the album can be viewed at this location.
Elvenking Streaming "Moonbeam Stone Circle"
Italian folk metal act Elvenking is streaming the new trak "Moonbeam Stone Circle" from the new album "The Pagan Manifesto." The album drops in Europe tomorrow (May 9th) and releases on May 27th in the USA via AFM Records.
The track list for the album is:
1. The Manifesto
2. King of the Elves
3. Elvenlegions (see music video)
4. The Druid Ritual of Oak
5. Moonbeam Stone Circle
6. The Solitaire
7. Towards the Shores
8. Pagan Revolution
9. Grandier's Funeral Pyre
10. Twilight of Magic
11. Black Roses for the Wicked One
12. Witches Gather
Check out "Moonbeam Stone Circle" here: More...
Elvenking Releases New Music Video
Elvenking has today released a new music video for "Elvenlegions," which was directed by Simone Vrech and is available below.
"Elvenlegions" is cut off the upcoming album "The Pagan Manifesto," due for release on May 9th, 2014 and bearing the following track listing:
1. The Manifesto
2. King of the Elves
3. Elvenlegions
4. The Druid Ritual of Oak
5. Moonbeam Stone Circle
6. The Solitaire
7. Towards the Shores
8. Pagan Revolution
9. Grandier's Funeral Pyre
10. Twilight of Magic
11. Black Roses for the Wicked One
12. Witches Gather
Elvenking Posts "Elvenlegions" Music Video Preview
Italian folk metal act Elvenking released a preview clip for the upcoming music video for "Elvenlegions," the first single from the upcoming new album "The Pagan Manifesto." The song can be heard streaming in its entirety over at this location).
"The Pagan Manifesto" is set for release on May 9th via AFM Records (U.S. date yet to be announced). The track list is:
1. The Manifesto
2. King of the Elves
3. Elvenlegions
4. The Druid Ritual of Oak
5. Moonbeam Stone Circle
6. The Solitaire
7. Towards the Shores
8. Pagan Revolution
9. Grandier's Funeral Pyre
10. Twilight of Magic
11. Black Roses for the Wicked One
12. Witches Gather
Check out the preview clip here: More...
Elvenking Streams New Single "Elvenlegions"
Italian folk metal act Elvenking is streaming the new single "Elvenlegions" from the upcoming new release "Pagan Manifesto." The album is the follow up to the 2012 release "Era" (see review here). The album is set for release on May 9th via AFM Records.
The track list for "Pagan Manifesto" is:
1. The Manifesto
2. King of the Elves
3. Elvenlegions
4. The Druid Ritual of Oak
5. Moonbeam Stone Circle
6. The Solitaire
7. Towards the Shores
8. Pagan Revolution
9. Grandier's Funeral Pyre
10. Twilight of Magic
11. Black Roses for the Wicked One
12. Witches Gather
Check out "Elvenlegions" here: More...
Elvenking To Release New Single
Elvenking is set to drop new album "The Pagan Manifesto" this coming May 9th via AFM Records, but ahead of the full album will be a digital single titled "Elvenlegions."
The single is due out on March 21st, 2014 and the cover artwork can be seen below. The art for the full upcoming album can also be seen at this location. More...
Elvenking Unveils New Album Cover
Elvenking has today revealed the cover artwork for new album "The Pagan Manifesto," which was created by Machine Room Design. The album is due out May 9th on AFM Records, and a teaser trailer is also available at this location.
