Metal News for August 2, 2023
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17 news articles posted on this day.
Sylvatica Reveals New Album Details
Motivated by a desire to explore their own artistic style and venture into new territories, Sylvatica embarked on the creation of their third album, titled "Cadaver Synod." This album delves into the dark tales of the Middle Ages, incorporating elements such as the haunting sounds of church organs, theremin, and Gregorian chants. The result is a set of gloomy and atmospheric compositions, enriched by the addition of Hammond organs and synthesizers, evoking a nostalgic 70s vibe with occasional doom influences. The production on this album is intentionally rawer compared to their previous works, emphasizing the organic and atmospheric aspects while embracing a more playful approach. Despite these changes, the band’s distinctive classic sound remains present, revitalized with a fresh and exciting twist.
"Cadaver Synod" will be released on LP (black vinyl, limited to 300 copies) and digital formats via Mighty Music on October 20th, 2023. Pre-orders are available here. The first single from the album, "Titivillus", will be out on Friday next week.
Tracklisting:
1. Strife
2. Papa Poltergeist
3. Titivillus
4. Pope Innocent VIII
5. Song Of The Leper
6. Scapegoat
7. In The Eyes Of God
8. Song Of The Leper (acoustic) More...
Graveyard Announces New Album, "6"
Swedish hard rock band Graveyard have revealed details of their new album "6," that's set to be released on September 29th via Nuclear Blast Records. Alongside the announcement, the band have also released the video for first single "Twice," their first new music in five years. "6" is easily identifiable as the most striking, original album of Graveyard's story so far. A gently lysergic blend of desolate guitars, simmering Hammond and lithe, nimble bass and drums, the Swedes demonstrate a lightness of touch that they have only hinted at in the past.
The band comments: "Finally it’s here, ready to be harvested and enjoyed like the forbidden fruit in your backyard. We are very, very happy being able to share album number 6 with you all very soon. Peace out."
Tracklisting:
1. Godnatt
2. Twice
3. I Follow You
4. Breathe In Breathe Out
5. Sad Song
6. Just A Drop
7. Bright Lights
8. No Way Out
9. Rampant Fields More...
Blind Guardian Announces 2024 Australian Tour
German power metal legends Blind Guardian has announced that they will be returning to Australia next year for a string of headline shows. The trek is in support of their latest album, "The God Machine," which is available now.
Says Blind Guardian: "Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney – WE! CAN’T! WAIT! In February 2024, we will embark on the great journey to your breathtaking continent and are already looking forward to it!"
Tickets on sale here. Early bird presale & VIP on sale 10 AM, AEST on Thursday, August 3. General presale on sale 10 AM, AEST on Monday, August 7.
The tour dates are as follows: More...
Nervosa To Release New Album In September
Thrash metal frontrunners Nervosa have announced their fierce fifth full-length, "Jailbreak," out September 29, 2023 via Napalm Records! This will be the first Nervosa album with guitarist and founding member Prika Amaral on vocal duties, and showcasing the band’s mighty new lineup completed by the immensely talented and well experienced Michaela Naydenova on drums, Hel Pyre on bass and Helena Kotina on guitars. You can pre-order the album here.
Following the blistering standalone single "Endless Ambition," with "Seed Of Death," Nervosa serves up a second taste of what’s to come. Starting off with a beautiful, epic intro, "Seed Of Death" features philosophical lyrics that explore questions about the never-ending cycle of life, grabbing an omnipresent issue relevant to all of us. Check out the captivating official music video below!
Prika Amaral on the new single and album:
"I'm very happy with the result of this song and our new album. I always wanted to have a song like this but it never happened for different reasons and now we can finally make it happen. Also, we were able to take even more risks and do new things. With two guitars the doors open to a whole new world of possibilities, in fact Nervosa had two guitars in the beginning, but then we decided to go with one guitar for logistical reasons, since it would be easier to move with one less person for tours. Now Nervosa has a much bigger structure that allowed this addition, and we are really enjoying this moment of the band. The process of writing this record was the most fun and brought the most musicality, enriching the band."
Helena Kotina adds:
"I think 'Jailbreak' is Nervosa's most revolutionary record, both musically and lyrically. It was a very challenging process but at the same time very constructive. We were able to take care of every detail until we obtained the best result." More...
Cvinger Releases New Music Video
With four albums under their belts already, Slovenia’s Cvinger returns seven years later to take listeners back into black metal darkness with "Doctrines By The Figures of Crnobog." Originally creating death metal, they have diverged fully into the black metal underworld, playing festivals in Europe among some of the biggest names in the genre. This new album explores the existence of man in a Slavic spiritual realm whose body and soul are split during the rites and incantations. It is a journey of lust, madness, faith, and sorrow and questioning the existence of its mortality, and the first chance to dig your teeth into this aggressive offering is with a music video for the title track.
The band comments: "The album was written after meditation seances in a cave of a prehistoric hunter. It is the fastest and most brutal album that we have created till now. The new album/single 'Doctrines By The Figures of Crnobog' will be released by the Polish record label Via Nocturna on the 28th of August 2023. With the new creation, we are paying homage to the Slavic old faith, especially the occult and the dark aspect of it. The band has gone through some lineup changes, and by bringing in the new blood, we have changed the perspective of creating and redefining new hellish symphonies. Soon live rituals will follow in support of the new album." More...
Skindred Announces Wembley Arena Show
Widely recognised as one of the most exciting British rock bands in decades, Skindred has announced their largest headline show to date, which will see the ragga metal titans shake the foundations of London’s Wembley OVO Arena on March 15th 2024. They have also announced additional shows in Manchester (March 14th) and Birmingham (March 16th).
Fans who pre-order a copy of the band’s brand new album "Smile" from earache.com/skindred will receive a link to the exclusive ticket pre-sale on Friday at 10am. Tickets go on general sale at 10am Monday 7th August.
Regarding headlining Wembley Arena for the first time, singer Benji Webbe says: "Standing on that stage is a mark of sheer hard work. We have stood upon that stage supporting many truly great acts. Now it’s Skindred’s time to take the headline slot. You may think you’ve seen us, however this is our opportunity to rise, and to step up like never before!
"My Sound we come to take over and truly come to rock Wembley with a heart full of gratitude and a set full of the most rockin’ tunes that we have ever played live. Unity, love and togetherness. Let’s ‘ave it. Quadruple XL."
Advocacy Signs With Uprising! Records
Uprising! Records is proud to announce the signing of the Danish prog metal unit Advovacy. The band has been causing ripples in the progressive scene in the last years, with two EPs very well received by the audience and press alike. Now, it will be time for the Scandinavian five-piece to release the debut full-length, which will be out via Uprising! during the course of 2023. The first single from the album, titled "Cut Loose," will be out this Friday and can be pre-saved here.
"We are very excited to become a part of Uprising! Records and are very thankful that they see the appeal of an ambitious and challenging genre of music we love to play and listen to", the band comments. "It is our mission to try and show that complex, melodic music has a loyal and engaging audience out there and we want to win their favor!"
"'Cut Loose' describes the experience of being sucked into a religion or ideology", vocalist/guitarist Søren Kjeldsen tells about the single. "At first, it is exciting and seductive, but this experience is slowly replaced by cognitive dissonance and meaninglessness. The hard times however may be transitory if one finds the willpower to rise above."
Voivod Shares "Thrashing Rage" Live Video
Canadian sci-fi metal innovators Voivod celebrated 40 eventful years of existence in 2023 with the release of their special anniversary studio album entitled "Morgöth Tales," out now via Century Media Records, which entered the official album sales charts in Germany at #36 and in Switzerland at #94. The band have now shared a new live video for the song "Thrashing Rage," recorded at Germany's Rock Hard Festival. You can check it out below.
Voivod drummer Michel “Away” Langevin comments on the live video:
"At the end of the last USA tour in May, Rock Hard Festival asked Voïvod to fill in last minute for Discharge, who could not make it. We last played there in 2015 and love the outdoor amphitheater as well as the metal family atmosphere on the site and backstage. One of the highlights for me was watching Brian Downey’s Alive and Dangerous from the side of the stage. Here’s 'Thrashing Rage', a cut from our May 27th , 2023 Rock Hard Festival show, filmed by the legendary Rockpalast during our Morgöth Tales tour, which is not over yet! See you on the road soon…" More...
Doro Shares Cover Of Judas Priest Classic
Doro's new masterpiece - "Conqueress - Forever Strong And Proud" - will be released worldwide on October 27th via Nuclear Blast. For this special anniversary album, celebrating her 40th year in music, it would be unthinkable not having some guests of honour involved. So, the Metal God himself, Rob Halford of Judas Priest personally did Doro the honour of recording the immortal Judas Priest classic "Living After Midnight" as a duet with her.
Rob Halford is one of Doro's all-time favourite vocalists, so this moment finally fulfils a dream that Doro has had since her very first tour with Judas Priest in 1986. Doro and Rob Halford have breathed new life into this timeless classic, paying tribute to the roots of heavy metal.
Doro comments:
"Judas Priest and Rob Halford have always been one of my biggest inspirations and continue to be my heroes. It was so great working with Rob. 'Living After Midnight' has always been one of my favourite songs and I'm so proud of our duet!" More...
Odium Rot Premiere New Single & Music Video
Tampa Bay-based deathcore outfit Odium Rot premiere a new single and music video titled “Nullified Existence”, streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Alastor's Gash Premiere New Single
South East, MA-based blackened slam outfit Alastor's Gash premiere a new single titled “Citadel of Leviathan”, taken from their upcoming new EP "Dawn of Suffering", which will be out in stores this November.
Check out now "Citadel of Leviathan" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below.
Rottenness Premiere New Music Video
Mexico/USA-based brutal death metal/grindcore outfit Rottenness premiere a new music video for their latest single “Surgically Impaired”, streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Gridlink Premiere New Single "Silk Ash Cascade"
After a long nine-year wait, Gridlink are making a return with their highly anticipated comeback album "Coronet Juniper," set to be released on September 15. Today they premiere the album's opening track, "Silk Ash Cascade," which breaks away from the usual grind madness to deliver neck-breaking grooves and epic harmonies.
Gridlink consists of guitarist Takafumi Matsubara (Formless Master, Takafumi Matsubara), vocalist Jon Chang (No One Knows What the Dead Think, ex-Discordance Axis), drummer Bryan Fajardo (Cognizant, Noisear), and bassist Mauro Cordoba (Maruta).
Iron Altar Premiere New Single & Music Video
Scotland-based sludgy death metal band Iron Altar premiere a new single and music video by the name of “Mortality”, taken from their upcoming new album "Promethean", which will be out in stores on September 29th via Trepanation Recordings.
Check out now "Mortality" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Final Gasp Premiere New Single & Music Video
Gothic deathrock outfit Final Gasp premiere their second single "Climax Infinity" from their forthcoming debut album "Mourning Moon." The record is set to be released on September 22nd via Relapse Records. The accompanying music video for the track was filmed by Caleb Gowett and Chris Gill during the band's performance at the Middle East in Cambridge, MA earlier this year.
Check out now "Climax Infinity" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Vocalist and guitarist Jake Murphy shared his thoughts on the single: More...
Witness Chamber Premiere New Track
Witness Chamber have unleashed their latest single "By The Finger Of God" as a preview of their upcoming EP, "True Delusion." Hailing from Boise, ID, this hardcore band addresses the pressing issue of the opioid crisis in their latest track, which also features a guest appearance by vocalist Jess Nyx from Morality Rate/World of Pleasure.
Mark your calendars for the EP's release on August 18th through DAZE.
Extinction A.D. Premiere New Single
Thrash metal/hardcore outfit Extinction A.D. have just premiered their latest single, "Morality Bait," streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below. According to a press release, this track marks the 'beginning' of the band's next chapter.
Vocalist Rick Jimenez shared his thoughts on the new song: More...
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