Theocracy Signs With Atomic Fire Records

Atomic Fire Records is massively proud to join forces with Athens, Georgia based progressive power metal five-piece Theocracy. Formed in 2002 to spread their majestic metal in the likes of Stratovarious, Sonata Arctica and Symphony-X, Theocracy released four critically acclaimed studio albums, building a loyal fanbase as well. Now teaming up with Atomic Fire Records, the band consisting of Matt Smith (lead/backing vocals), Ernie Topran (drums), Jared Oldham (bass/backing vocals), Jonathan Hinds (guitars/backing vocals) and Taylor Washington (guitars/backing vocals) are more than ready to take Theocracy to the next level.

Vocalist Matt Smith comments: "We are thrilled to be members of the Atomic Fire Records family. From our first meeting, it was obvious that they've loved and supported our music for many years, long before there was a possibility we might work together. This personal touch was very important to us, and combined with their impressive roster featuring some of our favourite bands, we are so excited to work together for this new album release and beyond!"

Atomic Fire Records A&R Markus Wosgien enthuses, "We're more than happy to welcome Theocracy to the Atomic Fire Records family! With their latest album 'Ghost Ship,' the band created a milestone in power/progressive metal history and I remember very well that I had the CD on endless rotation in my car for several years - and it keeps blowing me away. It's just one of those records which you'd pick for a trip to a lonely island, it's an album that recalls why one has become a metalhead: Because such tunes make addicted, one needs to sing along to them, and they fulfill our hearts. With their upcoming new album, Theocracy have taken it all another step further and have reached a new level, without repeating themselves but with adding more diversity to their sound. The world stands in awe of an album full of hymns, beauty and pure magic once again."

For more than 20 years, Matt Smith has been pouring his life blood into Theocracy, creating a legacy and back catalogue that grants him a safe space to breathe and develop his vision.

"It's my life's work," says Smith. "All I wanted to do since I was a kid was writing songs, so Theocracy existed in my mind for many years before the first album. It's the vehicle that has taken me all around the world and allowed me to exceed my wildest dreams by getting my songs out, and I am so thankful."

Theocracy's fifth studio album will see the light of the day later this year.

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Wolves In The Throne Room To Tour North America

Washington black metal band Wolves In The Throne Room has announced that they will be embarking on a headlining run of shows this Fall, which will see the band play across America and Canada. Support on the journey will come from Blackbraid, Gaerea and Hoaxed. Tickets can be purchased from Friday, August 4 at 10 AM local at this location.

Wolves In The Throne Room comments: "At long last...Wolves in the Throne Room will bring our ritual of smoke and astral fire to North America this fall. Main support will be provided by Blackbraid and Gaerea. The evening will open with our Relapse Records labelmates Hoaxed.

"Our merch table will be stocked with new t-shirt designs as well as a new recording. More information about this music will be revealed soon."

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Gloryhammer Unveils New Lyric Video

Power metal warriors Gloryhammer have revealed a lyric video for the track "Sword Lord Of The Goblin Horde," cut from the band’s new full-length, "Return to the Kingdom of Fife!" Upon release, the album debuted on the official US, Canadian and German Album Charts, among others, and received outstanding international reception from fans and critics alike. Gloryhammer are currently in the middle of a packed summer festival run, with more live appearances confirmed in Australia before making their return to European stages in early 2024 on the Glory And The Beast double headline tour with Beast In Black.

"Sword Lord Of The Goblin Horde" doesn’t hold anything back - diving straight into action right away with catchy, chanting choir-backed vocals. As the massive power metal track proceeds, Gloryhammer vocalist Sozos Michael is able to truly showcase his versatility between skillful guitar parts and hard-hitting drums. Continuing the series of action-packed, cartoon-like music videos, the animated lyric video provides striking visuals to support the exciting storyline of the song.

Gloryhammer states:
"Uk gruk! Yarbag uznaga glopakh! Ghash nuu'ruk KHAH-GLORIHAMMER'AZ thargas krug shara-muruk snaga yaruk hoshubûrz dûluk! Bolg dâr shara "TAZ'DAX GOTH'GUL DA URUK GRUM'GAR", ogh jukh dash khûrzum nulurzuz dâr ash mug!” More...

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Prong To Release New Album In October

It has been four, long, rollercoaster years since heavy metal stalwarts Prong released their acclaimed "Age of Defiance" EP, and this fall, they make their eagerly anticipated return with the release of their 13th studio album, "State Of Emergency," out October 6, 2023 via Steamhammer / SPV.

Unlike many other contemporary metal bands, Prong are respected for their down-to-earth attitude, hard driving stamina and familial bond with their devoted fans - which they have garnered continuously throughout their 40-year history. 'State of Emergency' shines as a triumphant return for the band, as well as a furious tableau of East Coast aggression, clothed in that classic PRONG sound that never goes out of style.

The album‘s first official single, "Non-Existence," is a perfect picture of its overall sound. On the track, Prong founder Tommy Victor comments; "’Non-Existence,‘ with its techno-style noise guitar that‘s omnipresent on this album, is a bit like my retrospective glance at ’Rude Awakening.‘" More...

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The Hirsch Effekt Releases New Song "Otus"

German prog metal trio The Hirsch Effekt have revealed their new single "Otus," taken from the brilliant forthcoming album "Urian," due 29th September via Long Branch Records. You can check it out below.

Bassist Ilja John Lappin comments on the new single: "It is January 2021, deepest winter and Germany is in the middle of a second, long lockdown in the Covid-19 pandemic. The days go by, the snow still falls softly, the long winter takes more strength than ever. And so the almost 10-minute long 'Otus' emerges as the first song of the album in its nearly final form as a song of contemplation, as a long journey through one's own self - in order to not succumb to the crept in self-destruction, but to embrace the hope for a better future." More...

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Hexis Premiere New Music Video "Memento"

Danish black metal/hardcore unit Hexis premiere a new music video for “Memento”, taken from their latest album "Aeternum" (2022/Debemur Morti Productions).

Check out now "Memento" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.

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Mammoth WVH Premiere New Single & Music Video

Mammoth WVH have just unveiled their latest single, "I'm Alright," accompanied by an official music video directed by Gordy De St. Jeor. Wolfgang Van Halen's mother, Valerie Bertinelli, made a cameo appearance in the video, and his uncle Patrick assisted in the 'wah pedal operation' of the track. This Friday, August 04th, will see the official release of of the band‘s sophomore album, “Mammoth II“.

Wolfgang shared his thoughts on the release: More...

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Doo-Wop Band Twin Temple To Tour w/ Behemoth

Twin Temple, the intriguing satanic doo-wop outfit, have set October 13th as the release date for their upcoming sophomore album, "God Is Dead." To give fans a taste of what's to come, the duo have just released their blasphemous new track, "Burn Your Bible", streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.

Reflecting on the album, the band shared their collective thoughts: More...

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Cassetta Premiere New Single & Music Video

Cassetta are back with another new music video for their second single, "Thin Blue Crime," directed by Brad Alexander. The band had recently made their introduction with the debut track, "Swallow The Sun."

Vocalist Connor Eaton shed light on the inspiration behind "Thin Blue Crime": More...

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