Metal News for August 24, 2023
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9 news articles posted on this day.
Night Demon Releases New Video "The Wraith"
Today, Ventura, California‘s heavy metal institution Night Demon release their electrifying single and accompanying video, "The Wrath." The song is a captivating offering from their highly acclaimed album "Outsider," which was highly acclaimed by international press and was released in March this year! You can check it out below. More...
Polaris Debuts "Overflow" Music Video
Ahead of the release of their impending new album "Fatalism," due out on September 1 via Resist Records in Australia and SharpTone Records for the rest of the world, Sydney melodic metalcore outfit Polaris have today unveiled a captivating new single, "Overflow."
Boasting translucent melodics, smoldering guitars, and emphatic vocals, "Overflow" is an immersive and layered outing that detonates heavier moments alongside more serene terrain, expanding the band's creative palette with alternative rock contours and deeply raw thematics.
"This is one of the much more personal and vulnerable tracks on the record lyrically, whereas the other two singles took a wider, more outward perspective," shares drummer and lyricist Daniel Furnari. "I feel like the meaning of the song is fairly self explanatory, and I think a lot of people will naturally interpret it through the lens of their own experiences, but essentially for me it’s about the struggle of fighting off a panic attack and the impact of that struggle on others." More...
Blind Guardian Announces UK & Ireland Tour Dates
After their triumphant return to the stage last year in the form of their "Somewhere Far Beyond Tour" across Germany, the breath-taking story of Blind Guardian's latest masterpiece "The God Machine" goes on. Today, the metal legends have announced some new tour dates in 2024 across the UK and Ireland.
Blind Guardian are thrilled to be able to finally present some of their new songs to their fans, showcasing the likes of astounding tracks "Deliver Us From Evil," "Violent Shadows" and introducing them to the "Secrets Of The American Gods."
Vocalist Hansi Kürsch states:
"It’s been far too long since we played the sacred grounds of the UK and Ireland last time. We are absolutely thrilled about this great opportunity. Let me assure you we are in top notch shape and you do not want to miss seeing this! The God Machine keeps moving on and so do we."
The tour dates are as follows: More...
Serenity Reveals New Album "Nemesis AD" Details
After welcoming Marco Pastorino as additional guitarist/backing vocalist and releasing their standalone single "Ritter, Tod und Teufel (Knightfall)," Austrian symphonic metal force Serenity has announced the release of their brand new studio album, entitled "Nemesis AD." Their newest masterpiece will be released on October 27, 2023 via Napalm Records. Their previous studio album, "The Last Knight" (2020), which landed at #25 on the German album charts, and the band’s stunning 2022 live release, "Memoria," contained Serenity's most iconic hits, such as "Wings Of Madness" and "The Chevalier," and have gathered over three million views on YouTube.
As a first glimpse of what can be expected, Serenity has unleashed "The Fall Of Man," a mighty single off of the band’s new album, "Nemesis AD!" With vocal support from legendary singer Roy Khan (Conception, ex-Kamelot), the song is a sure future hit with fans old and new and is released alongside a fascinating lyric video.
Georg Neuhauser (vocals) on "The Fall Of Man":
"To welcome Roy Khan as a feature guest on the first single of our upcoming album is a great honor. We’re bound by a longstanding friendship between Serenity and Kamelot, along with a strong personal connection. For me it’s really a dream coming true to collaborate with this outstanding and remarkable vocalist and to see how exceptionally well our voices complement each other." More...
Heart Of A Coward Posts New Music Video Online
British heavyweights Heart Of A Coward have released a video for their new single "Surrender To Failure." The track is taken from the band's upcoming album "This Place Only Brings Death," due for release on 22nd September via Arising Empire. You can check it out below.
"Surrender To Failure" delves deep into themes of despair, internal struggle, and self-doubt. The new single evokes a profound portrayal of anguish and desolation, resonating deeply with the internal struggles many individuals endure, which are influenced by external situations and their own inner convictions and anxieties. More...
Temperance To Release New Album In October
Italian maestros of modern melodic/symphonic metal Temperance will unleash their new concept album, "Hermitage - Daruma's Eyes Pt. 2," on October 20, 2023 via Napalm Records! During their successful European tour with Tarja (ex-Nightwish) this spring, the band introduced its new lineup and proved once and for all that this new arrangement is more than just convincing.
Expanding the characteristic sound of the band with a new member - professional opera/metal singer and vocal coach Kristin Starkey - the essence of charismatic singer Michele Guaitoli (Visions of Atlantis) and mastermind singer/guitarist Marco Pastorino (Serenity) reaches a higher level. Guest musicians like Arjen Lucassen (Ayreon), Fabienne Erni (Eluveitie, Illumishade), Laura Fella (Faun) and Alessandro Conti (Twilight Force) complement the exciting journey of the new album.
Today, the five-piece have finally released their new single, "Daruma," together with a colorful official music video that perfectly introduces the mood and exciting story of the multifaceted album. Galloping guitar passages open the single while the album narrator and multitalented Arjen Lucassen guides through the catchy melodies. The dark timbre of singer Kristin Starkey introduces the villain Anningan, who will turn the life of the album’s protagonist Viktor upside down.
Singer Kristin Starkey on "Daruma":
"I'm so excited for you to hear our new single called 'Daruma.' It not only sets the stage for the dramatic storytelling of our new album, 'Hermitage: Daruma's Eyes Pt. II,' but also marks the beginning of my chapter with Temperance. I really believe our new sound will be loved by fans new and old, and I am looking forward to your feedback! See you on the road." More...
Carl Wheezer Premiere New Single ''Elke Elkburg''
Australia/Florida-based slamming brutal death project Carl Wheezer premiere a new single titled "Elke Elkburg", via YouTube for you now below.
If you liked the track above we've included another song named "Force Of Habit!" from the album that has premiered online earlier and can be streamed via Spotify below:
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Mouth For War Sign With MNRK Heavy
Colorado Springs-based metalcore outfit, Mouth For War, have proudly declared their partnership with MNRK Heavy. Presently, their strategy involves unveiling their second album in the late fall under this label. To mark this occasion, they have released a music video for their latest single, "Under The Gun", both streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
In their statement, the band shared: More...
Silent Planet Premiere New Single & Music Video
As Silent Planet's fifth studio album "SUPERBLOOM" is set for a November 03rd release, the band have chosen to introduce a third single from the album. This track is titled "Collider," and a music video directed by Kevin Johnson accompanies it. Check out "Collider" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Regarding the song, the band's vocalist Garrett Russell shared: More...
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