Metal News for September 21, 2023
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12 news articles posted on this day.
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Unearthing the Metal Underground: Black Grail
Chilean black metal deviants Black Grail have been praising the dark lord for nearly 20 years. The Santiago-based trio has several recordings that have bubbled up from the abyss, the “VIIII” EP from last year being their most recent effort. Last month saw the release of Black Grail’s 2015 debut album, “Misticismo regresivo,” on cassette for the first time. The re-release breathes new life into the album’s impressive seven songs that are worthy of being in the spotlight. More...
Death Dealer Union Shares "Ill Fated" Video
West coast-based metal unit Death Dealer Union - featuring frontwoman Lena Scissorhands of modern metal leaders Infected Rain - will finally release their debut album, entitled "Initiation," this Friday, September 22, 2023 via Napalm Records!
Following searing recent singles "The Vow of Silence" and "The Integument", today, the band has released a third single - the dynamic "Ill Fated". The track juxtaposes 80s-influenced clean guitars and sinister metallic riffs as Lena displays her soaring trademark vocal delivery and introspective wordplay. The video features eye-catching imagery, sets and costumes, making for a striking viewing experience!
Death Dealer Union says:
"We wanted to present something a little different with this video - everything from the fantastic Cherry Bombs dance troupe to the actors involved. We sought to do something not usually done in heavy metal videos. Enjoy!" More...
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Bruce Dickinson Confirms First Album In 18 Years
Renowned around the world as one of the greatest and most distinctive heavy metal vocalists of all time, Bruce Dickinson will be releasing a brand new solo album in early 2024 on BMG Records. Entitled "The Mandrake Project" it sees him reunited with long-time musical collaborator and producer Roy Z.
The Mandrake Project will be Dickinson’s seventh solo album and his first since "Tyranny Of Souls" in 2005.
Dickinson explains, "This album has been a very personal journey for me and I am extremely proud of it. Roy Z and I have been planning, writing and recording it for years, and I am very excited for people to finally hear it. I’m even more excited at the prospect of getting out on the road with this amazing band that we have put together, to be able to bring it to life. We’re planning to play as many shows as we can in as many places as possible, for as many people as we can!
"As for what The Mandrake Project actually is… all will be revealed soon!"
The first live shows to be announced are in Mexico and Brazil in April and May 2024, with further touring plans to be revealed in due course.
The intial tour dates are as follows: More...
Brutal Assault Announces First Bands For 2024
Behemoth headlines the first announcement of bands for Brutal Assault's 27th edition. Other bands include Emperor, Architects, Brutus, Ufomammut, Motionless In White, Bodysnatcher, Left to Die and Legion of the Damned.
The Czech Republic based metal festival will take place August 7-10 at Josefov Fortress.
Sadistic Spliff Premiere Full-Album Stream
Texas/Florida-based slamming stoner deathcore/death metal duo Sadistic Spliff premiere the full-album stream of the band's brand new 4-track EP "Hymns of the High", out in stores now.
Check out now "Hymns of the High" streaming in its entirety via YouTube and Spotify below.
Nylist Premiere New Music Video
Canada's progressive/avant-garde deathcore unit Nylist premiere a new music video for “A Beautiful Day To Die”, taken from his upcoming album "The Room", which will be out in stores October 27, 2023.
Check out "“A Beautiful Day To Die" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Blackbraid Premiere New Guitar Playthrough Video
In anticipation of their upcoming tour alongside Gaerea and Wolves in the Throne Room, Sgah’gahsowáh, the creative force behind indigenous black metal outfit Blackbraid, has unveiled a new video today showcasing his guitar prowess on the track "The Wolf That Guides The Hunter’s Hand" from Blackbraid II.
This video marks the band's first release since the incident at Midgardsblot, where they were allegedly removed from the event due to unruly behavior. Sgah’gahsowáh claims that their expulsion was racially motivated.
Putting past troubles aside, Blackbraid is now gearing up for a U.S. tour alongside Gaerea and Wolves in the Throne Room, aptly named the "Crypt of Ancestral Knowledge Tour." The tour is scheduled to commence in St. Louis, Missouri on September 29, and a complete list of tour dates can be found below: More...
Better Lovers (Ex-TDEP, Etc.) Debut New Song Live
On September 19th, the emerging metalcore supergroup Better Lovers graced the stage at the Brighton Music Hall in Boston, MA. During their performance, the band unveiled a new, unreleased track for the first time. Footage of this live debut has been shared by fans on the internet.
Better Lovers boasts an impressive lineup, featuring former Every Time I Die members Jordan Buckley, Stephen Micciche, and Clayton “Goose” Holyoak, alongside former The Dillinger Escape Plan vocalist Greg Puciato and Fit For An Autopsy guitarist Will Putney.
While their debut EP, "God Made Me An Animal," dropped in July, the band has continued to work on new material. Currently, their primary focus is on touring, and they have several upcoming shows scheduled. More...
Nik Nocturnal & Eddie Hermida Premiere New Song
YouTuber and musician Nik Nocturnal (Termina), collaborated with Suicide Silence vocalist Hernan "Eddie" Hermida on a new track titled "Death Smiles." The song was crafted in the style of the veteran deathcore band and is available for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Helmet Premiere New Single & Music Video
Helmet premiere a second single from their upcoming ninth studio album, "Left." The album, containing 11 songs, is scheduled for release on November 10th through earMUSIC. The latest single, "Gun Fluf," is accompanied by a music video, streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below.
The band has an extensive tour planned to support the record, including dates in the United States, Europe, and the UK. See their itinerary below for details. More...
King 810 Premiere New Live Music Video
Flint, MI natives King 810 premiere a live video for their song "Widdershins," featuring footage from their August 10th performance at the "Bloodstock Open Air" festival in Walton-on-Trent, UK. The video was directed by the band's own David Gunn. "Widdershins" was originally part of their latest EP, "Follow My Tears."
Hollow Front Premiere New Song "Breaking Teeth"
A visualizer for "Breaking Teeth," a track from Hollow Front's upcoming album "The Fear Of Letting Go," both now accessible for streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below. The Michigan-based metalcore band is set to release the album on October 27th through UNFD.
In the meantime, vocalist Tyler Tate has offered some insights into this latest preview of the record: More...
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