Metal News for August 1, 2023
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6 news articles posted on this day.
Crypta Debuts "The Other Side Of Anger" Video
Brazilian death metal unit Crypta are preparing to release their second beast of an album, Shades of Sorrow, this Friday, August 4, 2023, by unleashing another new single, entitled "The Other Side Of Anger!" Formed in 2019 by former Nervosa members Luana Dametto (drums) and Fernanda Lira (vocals), and now featuring guitarists Tainá Bergamaschi and Jessica di Falchi, Crypta once again stay true to the unique sound introduced on their first full-length, blending classic and modern death metal with significant extreme and black metal elements on "Shades Of Sorrow."
Outstanding death metal drumming on "The Other Side Of Anger" sets the scene for threatening vocals, evoking an uncontrollable storm. The new single comes with a high-quality studio video. With millions of video views and performances at the famous Wacken Open Air among other premium festivals, the band will add another highlight when supporting Ghost at two shows later this year.
Fernanda Lira on "The Other Side Of Anger":
"With the third single we wanted to show one more side of the album! 'Lord of Ruins' brought the melodies that permeate the whole record, 'Trial of Traitors' has the aggressiveness and a fast pace and with 'The Other Side of Anger', we wanted to show the more gloomy, slow paced side of the record!" More...
Periphery Announces 2024 European Tour Dates
Periphery, who recently announced their first US headlining tour in support of "Periphery V: Djent Is Not A Genre," have expanded their limited live outings to Europe, performing their first shows on the continent since 2019 in what is dubbed "The Wildfire European Tour."
"This will be our first tour of Europe in about 4 ½ years," says Jake Bowen. "Now that Periphery V is out, I know we’re all excited to visit some of our favorite places and play songs off the new record. We’re looking at really great options for support and will announce those bands very soon. These shows are gonna be nuts, see you there!"
Tickets for the newly announced dates are on-sale this Friday, August 4, at 10 AM, local time. A limited number of tickets remain for the upcoming US trek with several shows already sold out. Ticket links for all shows can be found here.
The tour dates are as follows: More...
Howling Giant To Release New Album In October
Nashville, Tennessee cosmic stoner metal trio Howling Giant reveal the title track from sophomore full-length "Glass Future," which is scheduled for release October 27th. The second single "Glass Future" comes in the shape of a high energy performance video, which you can see below.
Howling Giant comments on the single: "The frenetic energy of 'Glass Future' is part of the overarching theme of our new record," guitarist and singer Tom Polzine elaborates. "We've dabbled in apocalyptic songs through a scifi or fantasy lens in the past, but wanted to explore those themes in a more immediate way this time. Like the angel falling in the song: the world is fragile, don't drop it."
Tracklisting:
1. Hourglass
2. Siren Song
3. Aluminium Crown
4. In a Hurricane
5. First Blood of Melchor
6. Glass Future
7. Tempest, and the Liar's Gateway
8. Sunken City
9. Juggernaut
10. There's Time Now More...
Void Of Vision Premiere New Single & Music Video
Australian metalcore band Void Of Vision have unveiled the official music video for their new song, "Angel Of Darkness."
The announcement of the video's release came with an intriguing statement from vocalist Jack Bergin, delving into the esoteric nature of the track and its character: More...
UnityTX Premiere New Single “Lost In Dayz”
Metalcore outfit UnityTX have just dropped their latest single, "Lost In Dayz," from their impending new album "Ferality." Fans can mark their calendars for the album's release on September 08th via Pure Noise Records.
The band shared their thoughts on the new track stating: More...
Eighteen Visions Premiere New Single "Fix Me"
Orange County-based metalcore veterans, Eighteen Visions, have just premiered a new single titled "Fix Me." This track marks the third release from the band's upcoming album, "Purgatorio," which is part of an exciting trilogy of planned releases. The highly anticipated album will be available on limited edition vinyl variants through the newly relaunched Lambgoat Records.
Check out "Fix Me" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
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