Metal News for March 18, 2022
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30 news articles posted on this day.
Imperial Age Shares New Music Video
Russian symphonic metal band Imperial Age has posted a new music video online for the song, "The Way Is The Aim." You can check it out below. The song is the first track to be shared from their forthcoming new album, "New World," which is scheduled to be released on April 5th.
The album was funded by a massive Kickstarter campaign, where the group surpassed their $40,000 goal, raising $62,132. The band plans to create five music videos for the record, which will be their third full length album and first since 2018's, "The Legacy Of Atlantis."
Imperial Age recently made waves when they relocated from Russia to Turkey, following the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This caused the band to postpone their planned shows in the United Kingdom, which they are open to reschedule to coincide with their tour of the EU in September. More...
Tyr Releases New Live Video
The wait is over! Týr has released their seismic live album, "A Night At The Nordic House," a stunning representation of the band live performance with the Symphony Orchestra of the Faroe Islands, recorded in Tórshavn, the Faroes, on February 8th, 2020. The album is available as 2 LP (gatefold, with insert, poster, digital download), a 2 CD/DVD digi-book set with 12-page booklet, and everywhere digital music is sold. Today, the band has released "Ragnars Kvæði."
The live album, "A Night At The Nordic House (With the Symphony Orchestra of the Faroe Islands)," is available in multiple limited-edition vinyl variants, including 2 LP (gatefold, with insert, poster, digital download), a 2 CD/DVD digi-book with 12-page booklet, and everywhere digital music. More...
Urferd Posts New Lyric Video Online
Urferd releases their new single "Avfärd" accompanied by a lyric video. The debut album "Resan" is set for release on April 15, 2022.
The man behind the project, Daniel Beckman, comments on the single:
"'Avfärd (Departure)' signifies the beginning of a journey - a long voyage filled with strife and hardships. It describes the woe of leaving loved ones behind, and entering the unknown vastness of the wilderness. Hope and glory beckons, but supplies are meager and the relentless cold is biting, as we make our way through the deep mountains and windswept woods of the north." More...
Witherfall Introduces New Drummer
Having recently uploaded a series of videos showcasing drum auditions, progressive power metal band Witherfall has announced Chris "DC" Tsaganeas, known for his work with bands such as Wax Owls and Forest Blakk, has joined the band as their new permanent drummer. You can watch the announcement video below.
Witherfall's most recent album, "Curse Of Autumn" was released in March of last year through Century Media Records, garnering very strong reviews in the process. The band are expected to begin work on a new album in the coming months. More...
Crypta Explains The Meaning Behind "I Resign"
Having recently released a music video for the song, "I Resign," a bonus track from the re-release of their debut album, "Echoes Of The Soul," Crypta frontwoman Fernanda Lira has posted a video online, discussing the meaning and creation of the song. You can check it out below.
"Echoes Of The Soul" was released last year through Napalm Records and boasts a lineup which features two former Nervosa members (Fernanda Lira and Luana Dametto,) as well ex Burning Witches guitarist Sonia Anubis and Tainá Bergamaschi. More...
Vanderlust Shares New Single "3 Suns"
Cosmic metallers Vanderlust (ft. members of S91, Dreal) will be inviting fans into their galaxy of wonder with the release of their self-titled debut album on April 15th, 2022 via Rockshots Records.
Having already introduced fans to singles "Scavengers of Kuiper Belt", "The Last Ganymedian" and "Requiem For An Ancient World", the band is unveiling their next space tale "3 Suns."
"'3 Suns' is another classic metal song; it starts with a slow intro based on vocals, bass, and guitar with some cymbal sounds and then turns into an aggressive song. It has Iron Maiden-inspired riffs and vocal parts. The instrumental section has some sci-fi sound effects. The lyrics talk about space travel towards a better and shiny place. Dream or reality?" adds the band. More...
Breathe Atlantis Unveils "Going Down" Video
German metalcore quartet Breathe Atlantis has released their eagerly anticipated album "Overdrive," out now via Arising Empire. The band have also shared a video for "Going Down," which you can watch below.
Vocalist Nico Schiesewitz comments:
"'Overdrive' has become a turning point for us, which we all needed. On the record we process our past, in which we were often frustrated and depressed due to external circumstances, and we felt limited and constricted by expectations or external ideas. On this album we just did what we felt like doing, we wrote and shouted everything from the soul. This is our most honest and emotional album we've written so far and I think it will speak to a lot of people." More...
Landmvrks Releases New Music Video
French metalcore quintet Landmvrks have released a video for their new single "Self-Made Black Hole," featuring Anthony Diliberto of Resolve. The track is taken from "Lost In The Waves (The Complete Edition)," an expanded version of their highly acclaimed studio album, out today via Arising Empire. The release includes prominent guest features, new music and exciting bonus content. You can check out the video below. More...
Dynazty Posts New Music Video Online
There are plenty of reasons why musicians succeed in getting the optimum out of their creative talent. In case of Swedish melodic metal act Dynazty and their forthcoming, eighth studio album, "Final Advent," the extra time forced upon them by the pandemic may have been one important factor, but it would be short-sighted to attribute their impressive new material solely to the time they had to write, record and produce their new offering. At the end of the day, Dynazty appears as an ambitious band who has invested all their talent and experience, combined with a healthy dose of enthusiasm, ambition and tremendous compositional and musical expertise.
Fans have been patiently awaiting the band’s upcoming magnum opus, but this summer, your wait is finally over! Final Advent has been announced for a release on August 26, 2022 through AFM Records, and will mark the band’s most cohesive, imaginative, complex and at the same time most homogeneous album to date in Dynazty’s 15-year career. But give ear, as today the Stockholm-based quintet released a third album single taken of their Final Advent! A dreamy and epic tale of lust and loss packed within a crescendo of musical arrangements and performances - "Yours" represents a stand out and centerpiece track on the new Dynazty album.
Says vocalist Nils Molin: "Call it a power ballad if you will, but to me it's simply a powerful song, albeit in a slower and more dynamic way than most our stuff. One of my favourites!" More...
Extinction A.D. Unveils New Music Video
US metal band Extinction A.D. have unveiled their aggravated new single "Culture Of Violence," taken from their brand new album, "Culture Of Violence," out today, 18th March, via Unique Leader. You can watch the video below.
On the new single, the band comment: "This was the last song we completed for the album and it summed up the themes of the entire project so cohesively, that we decided to re-title the album to Culture of Violence, base the artwork around the song, make it the first track on the album and film a video as the final single to launch the same day as the album's release."
They continue: "The title track from the record, much like the video, is no frills, in your face and makes no apologies musically, lyrically or conceptually. The entire world answers to one determinant factor and that's violence; both physical and mental." More...
Exodus Uploads "The Fires Of Division" Music Video
With a bond forged in youth and decades-old friendship, the undisputed masters of thrash metal released their eleventh studio album, "Persona Non Grata" late last year via Nuclear Blast Records. Today, the band bring the heat with a music video for "The Fires Of Division."
Watch the video directed by Jim Louvau and Tony Aguilera below.
Gary Holt states:
"Time for our next video. This one is for 'The Fires of Division' and it actually has the band in it! This video was super fun to make, as it was the first time the band had gathered together in some time! And it’s also pre-order kick-off day for our new picture disc, limited to 2,800 units worldwide, and our yellow-tinted cassette limited to 300! SICK!"
Exodus are launching pre-orders for TWO new exclusive Persona Non Grata products. The first is a Picture Disk LP which will be available in US and Europe. The Picture Disc will be limited to 2,800 worldwide. The second product is a yellow tinted cassette that will only be available in the US and is limited to 300 units. You can pre-order the products here. More...
James LaBrie Reveals New Solo Album Details
James LaBrie, known internationally as the vocalist for progressive metal icons Dream Theater, embarks on uncharted waters with his fourth solo album, titled "Beautiful Shade Of Grey," out 20th May 2022. Today sees the launch of the album’s first single and opening track, "Devil In Drag," and you can watch the Wayne Joyner-produced video below.
The new endeavor sees him traverse personal maturation, loss, a myriad of complex relationships, and most importantly – LaBrie's burning passion for music. On paper, the latest studio offering from the Canadian singer first took shape shortly after the global pandemic began to emerge. But in reality, LaBrie formed a bond with his fellow collaborator, bassist Paul Logue (Eden’s Curse), nearly a decade earlier.
The two first met in 2011, when James would lend his voice to a feature for Logue’s band, UK melodic metal outfit Eden’s Curse, on the song "No Holy Man." As years went by the two remained in touch, occasionally kicking the tires on the idea of working together on another project. But when Dream Theater performed in Glasgow during the late winter of 2020, LaBrie and Logue would run into each other at the airport – once again asking the question. But this time, armed with the knowledge that a drastic change in the world was all but imminent, LaBrie made the decision to set things in motion. More...
Theigns And Thralls Shares Debut Album Title Track
Releasing their self-titled debut album on April 8th via Rockshots Records, Theigns & Thralls are sharing their new lyric video for the full-length's second single and title track.
Band founder Kevin Ridley adds about the song:
"I decided early on to have an eponymous album, so the album had the same name as the band, but I also thought to go one stage further and add a song with the same name. As it is the opening song, I wanted it to up-tempo and be anthemic as it also conveys some of the band's underlying philosophy, in terms of its socio-political stance. Again, Dagda’s pipes helped to lift the song and I really enjoyed adding a bit of old-school harmony guitar here."
Theigns & Thralls is the brainchild of Skyclad vocalist and songwriter Kevin Ridley. Originally, it was intended to be an "occasional band" to perform songs from Ridley's back catalogue of songs from Skyclad and his solo album while working around Skyclad’s touring plans. However, when the 2020 global pandemic struck, his plans changed. Being stuck in lockdown, the project became a collaborative recording project building on a few demo ideas. At first, musician friends were contacted to add a bit of violin here and a whistle there. But then things gathered momentum and friends of friends were also asked and players across Europe joined to contribute. The response was, to say the least, overwhelmingly positive and, in the end, twenty-five musicians from bands such as Korpiklaani, Ensiferum, Cruachan, Waylander, Celtibeerian, and Metal De Facto as well as solo musicians (new and old acquaintances of Ridley) contributed everything from drums, bass, guitar, violin, whistles, bagpipes to hurdy-gurdy and vocals.
"I think that because a lot of the album was written and recorded in a fairly short space of time, there is a certain feel and continuity to it. There is a blend of Celtic Speed-Punk, Folk-Metal and Classic Rock influences. Added to that, in terms of lyrical content, there is a strong appreciation of history, literature and humanism that comes together." adds Ridley. More...
Nightwraith Releases "Genesthai" Video
Denver, Colorado-based melodic death metal unit Nightwraith has unveiled their latest video for "Genesthai." The track comes off the band’s upcoming full-length, "Offering," set for release on March 25 through Reaping Scythe Records.
A sonic experience that is both aggressive and textural, the songwriting on "Offering" is deliberate, concise, and thoughtful, while remaining heavy enough to please the death metal audience for which it was intended. Pulling inspiration from a wide array of bands and genres, Nightwraith has been refined into something truly unique. "It's like we took all the heavy parts from bands like Carcass and Enslaved and combined it with the warmth of classic bands like Thin Lizzy and Blue Oyster Cult," explains founding member Benjamin Pitts. "It has been really fun inserting rock guitar and organ tones into a genre that typically avoids these types of sounds."
Adds Pitts of latest single, "Genesthai,"; "During the process of writing this song, I knew we were making something special. The chorus is reminiscent of some early 2000s material from bands we grew up listening to, like Poison The Well and Cave In. It has an emotional element to it that I don’t often hear from bands that identify as death metal. There’s some fun guitar work in this track, especially in the bridge section where there are two different melodies that sit on top of each other perfectly. The lead section, written by [guitarist] Igor [Panasewicz], holds influences akin to the styles of guitar legends like Eddie Van Halen and Glenn Tipton. There are also acoustic guitars that serve as rhythm accompaniment during the lead section, which is all very ‘on brand’ for our style of blackened dad rock!
"The production of the video is much more artistic and serious than our previous video release, ‘Hedonic Adaptation,’" he continues. "I think this showcases our range and I love how it primarily focuses on us playing our instruments, rather than us just ‘rocking out.’ It kind of ties together with the song’s lyrical theme, which is basically death of the ego. The line, ‘the ego dies,’ is important to the song because it means that we are able to see beyond ourselves and realize the bigger picture: that everything is connected and life is fleeting, yet beautiful. I love how the visual concept of the video revolves around water, this is also part of the lyrical theme and represents how we are constantly moving in parallel with our surroundings and becoming part of something greater than our individual selves." More...
Heriot Posts New Music Video Online
New metal group Heriot have streamed the title track of their mighty debut EP, "Profound Morality," due 29th April via Church Road Records. You can check out the video below.
Julian Gage, drums, comments: "'Profound Morality' is the title track from our upcoming record. It illustrates the conflict of humanity in trying to maintain a clear conscience and how our weaknesses make us real. This song is unlike anything we’ve done before as Heriot." More...
Battle Beast Unveils "Circus Of Doom" Bonus Track
On January 21st, Battle Beast unleashed their brand new masterpiece "Circus of Doom," via Nuclear Blast. In true Battle Beast fashion, the 10 tracks blend true heavy metal with pop and rock-vibes, paired with Noora Louhimo’s unique voice.
Since its release, the album has entered the charts worldwide, including #1 in their homecountry Finland, #5 in Switzerland and #9 in Germany.
Today, they release their brand new stand-alone single "The Lightbringer," that is also contained on the bonus version of "Circus of Doom" set to be released on April 29th. Check out "The Lightbringer" here.
The band comments:
"We’re really happy to present you these two missing pieces of 'Circus of Doom' that didn’t quite fit the album, but still deserve to be blasted from loudspeakers around the world. 'Lightbringer' presents the more dark and orchestral side of Battle Beast, that knocks you down with a catchy chorus and an absolute hurricane of guitars. Hope you all dig this one!"
Black Void To Release Debut Album In May
Hard rock band White Void’s debut album "Anti" was one of last year’s most colourful and surprising releases, hailed by a collective metal press as an absolute whirlwind of occult rock and melodic new wave. But vocalist and band frontman Lars Are Nedland – also a long-time member of Borknagar and Solefald – clearly needed a contrast to all the colour and flamboyance, and thus Black Void forced itself into being. Not a band for waiting, the debut album "Antithesis" was recorded almost immediately and is set to be released through Nuclear Blast on May 27th - as a grimy contrast to White Void’s colourful and melodic outlet.
"Antithesis," then, is nihilistic aggression and desperation. Furious and unrepentant in attitude, it builds on the philosophical works of Friedrich Nietzsche while leaning on punk rock and black metal. Nihilistic, filthy, violent and raw.
Today, Black Void premiere their frantic first single and music video, "Reject Everything," which can be seen below. Lars Are Nedland comments:
"You can only take so much colour and harmony in your life. This one’s for the gloom. For the fury. For the filthiness of existence. Nihilism tells us there are no grounds for morality or knowledge in life. So, what does that leave us? Nothing! Nihil! The only sensible reaction to that is to Reject Everything." More...
Udo Dirkschneider Shares First German Single
He is THE constant among the German metal scene - Udo Dirkschneider. Originally becoming world-famous as a founding member of Accept, he continues to steadily expand upon his international successes with his U.D.O. and Dirkschneider outfits. Remaining true to himself over the years in a way few musicians could, Dirkschneider consistently bucks music industry trends in favor of following his heart. Yet his most personal and extraordinary album to date will be released on April 22nd, 2022: "My Way".
For the first time, Udo Dirkschneider now sings in his native language and shines on the Wolfsheim cover of the hit "Kein Zurück", which is being released today as a digital single and as a limited 7-inch vinyl (700 copies, incl. "We Will Rock You") and along with a music video clip.
"When I heard the song on the radio for the first time, I got excited straight away," remembers Udo Dirkschneider and explains: "I immediately felt understood by the words. It almost seemed to me as if the text was telling about my career, about my highs and lows, about all the good and bad experiences that you have. For those who choose the life as a musician, there is simply “no way back”. It's the first time I've been singing in my native language on a song - it was a real struggle for me at first, but at the same time it was a great experience." More...
Goatwhore Replaces Crowbar On Gwar Tour
Reclaiming their road warrior status, Goatwhore has announced a short run of headlining shows this spring through Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Nebraska, Minnesota, and Iowa. From there, the band will join GWAR for a three-week tour set to commence May 23 in Colorado Springs, Colorado and run through June 17 in Reading, Pennsylvania. Additional support will be provided by Nekrogoblikon and The Native Howl.
Comments guitarist Sammy Duet, "We're excited to be back on the road with the one and only scumdogs, GWAR! Expect absolute debauchery and chaos, maniacs!"
Goatwhore’s latest bout of shows follows their recently announced April/May trek supporting Brujeria with additional support from Unidad Trauma.
The band's live itinerary reads as follows: More...
Slaegt Posts New Lyric Video Online
Danish Black Heavy Metal outfit Slaegt (a.k.a. Slægt, meaning "lineage” / “heritage" in Danish language and pronounced /sl?gt/) are releasing their 4th studio album "Goddess" worldwide today via Century Media Records.
Alongside this, a lyric-video created by Cloud Music Typography for the album’s opening track "Deceived by an Amethyst" can be seen below.
Slaegt comment: "'Deceived by an Amethyst' is a driving and pulsating, rock’n’roll metal song, with lyrics dealing about deception, wishing for the wrong things, but in the end realizing, that things have to change and ties have to be cut. All wrapped in the signature Slaegt sound, with loads of melody and edge."
And Slaegt then add the following statement about today’s album release date: "The day has come! We are super excited, happy, and proud to finally be able to present Goddess, in all its glory, to you all! 40 minutes of powerful and emotionally charged black heavy metal, done in the unique Slaegt way. We can’t wait for you to hear it, feel it and get to know it. Let us know what you think and don’t forget to order a copy!" More...
Blind Guardian Releases New Music Video
Mysteries darken the skies, and only the bravest dare to lift the veil between mere mortals and the ominous forces lurking in the night. Blind Guardian have tracked down the 'Secrets Of The American Gods' and reveal their eponymous new single today!
The powerful, majestic new track comes with a performance video that was filmed during the recording of the band's new album in the Twilight Hall Studios between March 2020 and 2021. The masterfully arranged artwork for the single was created by Andrea Christen.
Singer Hansi Kürsch comments:
"The time has come to unveil another secret: with 'Secrets Of The American Gods', we proudly present you with the epic side of our new album that's going to be released in September. This single edit focuses on the essence of this magnificent composition and gives you an insight into our creative work in these eventful times. The vivid construction of this song circles around its core, the monumental chorus - hopefully the "American Gods" worthy. A thoroughly felicitous ear candy, in my opinion. I promise you, it's not easy to get rid of the refrain. The tracks gets completed with the fantastic making-of-clip that Dirk Behlau created. Enjoy the moment and keep the secret: be assured that we still haven't played all our cards and still have some aces up our sleeves. Maybe no additional secrets but celestial surprises. Stay tuned!" More...
Vile Secretion Premiere Full-Album Stream
Chicago-based death metal band Vile Secretion premiere the full-album stream of the band's brand new EP "Perpetual Dismemberment", which was released March 18, 2022.
Check out now "Perpetual Dismemberment" in its entirety below.
Resurrected Divinity Premiere New Track
Rock Spring, Georgia-based slamming brutal death metal/goregrind unit Resurrected Divinity premiere a new song called “Suffer With”, streaming via YouTube for you below. The track is featuring guest vocals by Mats Funderud of Kraanium.
Vile Revelation Premiere Full-Album Stream
Missouri-based blackened deathcore band Vile Revelation premiere the full-album stream of the band's brand new EP "Ov Vultures And Flesh", which was released March 17, 2022.
Check out now "Ov Vultures And Flesh" in its entirety below.
Unbowed Premiere New Single & Music Video
Unbowed will release their new album "Colour The Soul" on May 20th, 2022, and premiere their new single and music video from it "Hero Lux" below. The new effort features guest appearances by Joel Violette (Thrawsunblat, Woods Of Ypres), Mathias "Vreth" Lillmåns (Finntroll, And Oceans, Dispyt) and Frederik Jensen (Mother Of All, Plained). "Colour The Soul" was mixed and mastered by Alex Snape.
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MRTVI Premiere New Song & Music Video
Serbian experimental black metal project MRTVI premiere a new song and music video entitled “Lake of Memories”, taken from their upcoming new album "The ExiZentialist". The record is now set for release on June 14, 2022 by Life Is A Dream Records.
Check out now "Lake of Memories" streaming via YouTube for you below.
Cult Burial Premiere New Single & Music Video
UK blackened death/doom metal band Cult Burial premiere a new single and music video by the name of “Disorder”, streaming via YouTube for you below.
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Gloson Premiere Full-Album Stream Of New Album
Swedish post-metal outfit Gloson premiere the full-album stream of the band's brand new album "The Rift", which is out today via Indie Recordings.
Check out now "The Rift" in its entirety below.
Blut Aus Nord Premiere New Track
French atmospheric black metal band Blut Aus Nord premiere their new track “That Cannot Be Dreamed” streaming for you below. It’s the first single to be shared from the outfit’s fourteenth album “Disharmonium – Undreamable Abysses“, which Debemur Morti Productions have slated for a May 20th release.
The band’s own singer/guitarist Vindsval helmed the recording and mixing of the record at Earthsound Studio.
“Disharmonium – Undreamable Abysses“ track list: More...
Decapitated Premiere New Track “Cancer Culture”
Polish metal band Decapitated's eighth studio full-length “Cancer Culture” will be out on May 27, 2022 through Nuclear Blast. The title track has premiered streaming via YouTube below.
Several guest appearances including members Jinjer on the song “Hello Death” and of Machine Head on “Iconoloclast“ will be featured on the effort.
“Cancer Culture” track list: More...
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