M-Theory Audio is pleased to announce a vinyl reissue from one the most underrated albums by a collection of notable artists – TENET with their lone album, 2009’s ‘Sovereign.’ To celebrate its 15th Anniversary M-Theory Audio has officially licensed the title from Century Media Records and Nov. 22nd will make it available as a 300 limited-edition pressing on Crystal Clear Vinyl. This reissue will include an expanded 4-panel booklet insert with personal liner notes from guitarist Jed Simon, in addition to more pictures and the usual lyrics and credits. Additionally, we’ve added a couple bonus tracks to it from the original Japanese CD pressing and provided a digital download code for 10 more demo/pre-production tracks. Pre-Order now at https://lnk.to/tenet_sovereign
TENET is the group assembled by Jed Simon (Armoros, Strapping Young Lad, Zimmers Hole, Scar The Martyr). Jed worked on and off writing songs beginning in 1996 but busy with other groups, including touring with Front Line Assembly, it wasn’t until the height of SYL’s success in 2003 that Century Media committed to Jed to realize and release a TENET album. Then in 2006 as Strapping… was put to rest when Jed have the ability to focus on and develop his dream did he assemble the perfect lineup for the next part of his intended career. Recruiting his Caustic Thought, Strapping Young Lad, Front Line Assembly and Zimmers Hole bandmate bassist Byron Stroud (also later of Fear Factory, 3 Inches of Blood fame) was the obvious choice. Then came guitarist Glen Alvelais (Forbidden, Testament) who recommended Steve ‘Zetro’ Souza, who was in between stints with Exodus to join on vocals. Gene Hoglan (Dark Angel, Death, SYL, Dethklok) joined on drums finalizing the group (after intended At The Gates, The Haunted, Cradle of Filth, Paradise Lost drummer Adrian Erlandsson was unable to fully commit to the schedule especially living overseas). Armed with such an intense caliber of artists TENET began recording their debut album ‘Sovereign,’ produced by Vincent Wojno (Machine Head, Trouble, Kreator) and Jed Simon and mastered by Andy Sneap (Arch Enemy, Amon Amarth, Carcass).
“So, here we are in 2024. I still feel very strongly about this album, and I suppose some of you do too! Scott Coonan from Back From The Dead Merch asked about the status of Tenet, and that he was interested, along with his label, run by Marco Barbieri, who I give both sincere thanks to, in re-releasing ‘Sovereign,’” states Jed. “Enjoy the updated version of ‘Sovereign,’ and my gratitude is eternal for all of those involved, and for the fans support through the years. Thank you!”
While ‘Sovereign’ is a barnstormer of an album for unfortunate reasons its release in 2009 fell under the radar and the group never took flight as was intended instead falling apart between members active schedules leaving us with this sole milestone to be remembered by and to enjoy the untapped potential contained within. M-Theory Audio reissues ‘Sovereign’ for metal fans to (re)discover this gem and add the expanded and deluxe sets to their collection. Check out the new lyric video, created by Rafael Ortega of Ecliptic Visions, for the song “Hail Hail” to give you an idea of the group’s music – watch now, below, and for reissued TENET merch check out https://backfromthedeadmerch.com/collections/tenet
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