Legendary Italian metal titans DRAKKAR have revealed the tracklist and cover art of the upcoming full-length album, entitled “Spread Your Wings”, which is set to be released worldwide starting September 27th via Punishment 18 Records. The artwork was created by Alessandro Bragalini (Ephyra, Eregion).
Norwegian Rock outfit LEPROUS are pleased to launch the third and final single/video for their highly anticipated 8th studio album “Melodies Of Atonement”, to be released on August 30th, 2024 via InsideOutMusic worldwide.
Check out the unique yet powerful and explosive song “Like A Sunken Ship” in a video once again directed by Dariusz Szermanowicz / www.g13.film here:
“Melodies Of Atonement” was recorded with David Castillo at Ghost Ward Studios in Sweden, mixed by Adam Noble (Placebo, Biffy Clyro, Nothing But Thieves, etc.) and mastered by Robin Schmidt (The 1975, Placebo, The Gaslight Anthem, etc.). The artwork is based on photography by John Dolan with design by Ritxi Ostáriz.
LEPROUS – “Melodies Of Atonement” (51:42) 1. Silently Walking Alone (04:05) 2. Atonement (04:49) 3. My Specter (03:55) 4. I Hear The Sirens (04:31) 5. Like A Sunken Ship (04:04) 6. Limbo (05:56) 7. Faceless (06:25) 8. Starlight (06:09) 9. Self-Satisfied Lullaby (06:21) 10. Unfree My Soul (05:21)
Having recently announced a change in the line-up of their North American tour starting next month as well as the announcement of an Australian tour, here is a list of all upcoming shows announced so far for LEPROUS:
LEPROUS plus guests: The World Is A Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid To Die ++ Earthside ** Fight The Fight 09/04 – NASHVILLE, TN – Eastside Bowl ++ 09/05 – ATLANTA, GA – Progpower USA ++ 09/06 – CHARLOTTE, NC – The Underground ++ 09/07 – BALTIMORE, MD – Rams Head Live! ++ 09/08 – PITTSBURG, PA – Roxian Theatre ++ 09/10 – BUFFALO, NY – Town Ballroom ++ 09/11 – TORONTO, ON – The Opera House ++ 09/12 – MONTREAL, QC – Beanfield Theatre ++ 09/13 – NEW YORK, NY – Webster Hall ++ 09/14 – CAMBRIDGE, MA – The Sinclair ++ 09/15 – PHILADELPHIA, PA – Union Transfer ++ 09/17 – PONTIAC, MI – The Crofoot Ballroom 09/18 – CLEVELAND, OH – House of Blues ** 09/19 – CHICAGO, IL – Park West ** 09/20 – MADISON, WI – Majestic Theatre ** 09/21 – MINNEAPOLIS, MN – The Lyric at Skyway Theatre ** 09/23 – DENVER, CO – Gothic Theatre ** 09/24 – SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Soundwell ** 09/26 – SAN FRANCISCO, CA – August Hall ** 09/27 – ANAHEIM, CA – House of Blues ** 09/28 – MESA, AZ – The Nile Theatre Underground ** 09/30 – DALLAS, TX – Granada Theater ** 10/01 – AUSTIN, TX – Mohawk ** 10/02 – HOUSTON, TX – White Oak Music Hall ** 10/04 – ORLANDO, FL – The Plaza Live ** 10/05 – FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Revolution **
“MONOLITH” w/ COHEED AND CAMBRIA, PERIPHERY + More 02.11. – BRISBANE (AUSTRALIA) – Fortitude Music Hall 09.11. – MELBOURNE (AUSTRALIA) – PICA 10.11. – SYDNEY (AUSTRALIA) – Hordern Pavilion
LEPROUS LIVE 2025
“An Exclusive Evening with LEPROUS” 16.01. – MADRID (ES) – Music Station 17.01. – PARIS (FR) – Salle de Pleyel 31.01. – LONDON (UK) – 02 Forum 01.02. – WARSAW (PL) – Progresja 07.02. – TILBURG (NL) – Poppodium 013 08.02. – COLOGNE (DE) – Carlswerk 15.02. – OSLO (NO) – Sentrum Scene
Further shows: 04.-09.04. – MIAMI (FL) – Cruise To The Edge
LEPROUS line-up: (From left to right on photo by Grzegorz Golebiowski) Tor Oddmund Suhrke – guitars Baard Kolstad – drums Einar Solberg – vocals/keys Robin Ognedal – guitars Simen Børven – bass
Australian singer-songwriter, Jeremy Harry Harris, is set to captivate audiences with the release of the lyric video for his latest song “No One Gets Out.” The track is taken from his most recent album, “Walking With My Darkness,” and offers a tongue-in-cheek commentary on the inevitable fate that awaits us all: Death.
“No One Gets Out” stands out as a pop-infused gem within the concept album. Harris playfully personifies “Life” and “Time,” representing their intertwined nature and their relentless pursuit of each other. The song paints a vivid picture of a street race, with “Life” speeding away while “Time” poses as the ultimate arch-enemy. This metaphor cleverly highlights the constant battle between fully embracing life and merely surviving it, often happening simultaneously.
Through clever wordplay and metaphor, “No One Gets Out” delves into the struggles faced in the journey of life. Harris poignantly explores the delicate balance between the pursuit of self-preservation and the understanding that no matter how hard we strive; no matter our achievements, loves, losses, or hardships, the undeniable reality is that life’s inevitable end remains unchanged. The track serves as a reminder that despite the challenges, losses, and triumphs experienced, no one escapes the ultimate fate that awaits us all.
The lyric video for “No One Gets Out” beautifully complements the essence of the song, taking viewers on a visual journey through the highs and lows of life’s race. A testament to his exceptional songwriting and storytelling ability, the introspective lyrics, infectious melodies, and combined visuals, create a compelling and engaging experience that will resonate with his audience on a profound level. Prepare to jump in and buckle up as Harris takes you on a fun yet thought-provoking and unforgettable ride through the realities of life.
“No One Gets Out” is now available on all major streaming platforms. To watch the captivating lyric video, visit Jeremy Harry Harris’s official YouTube channel @jeremyharryharris.
About Jeremy Harry Harris:
Jeremy Harry Harris is an acclaimed Australian artist known for his soul-stirring music that explores the depths of human emotions. With a captivating blend of melodic hooks and introspective lyrics, Jeremy’s music resonates with listeners on a profound level. His latest album, “Walking With My Darkness,” delves into the complexities of life, love, and loss, offering a cathartic journey through the human experience.
Germany’s Burn Down Eden are quickly moving up the ranks in the thrash metal hierarchy upon the release of their much-anticipated, new EP, Epiphany, which is set for a 6th December release via Seek & Strike. This is the successor to their Dismal EP, which was released earlier this year.
It’s dynamic first single, ‘Epistrophy,’ highlights a more diverse side of the band and takes you on a different path completing the story started with the previous EP. It’s overall an epic journey of extreme metal bliss that covers a wide array of melodic and technical prowess.
Burn Down Eden state: “The first single, ‘Epistrophy,’ is about a side quest in the game Cyberpunk, where you have to re-establish the protagonist’s connection with seven different rogue vehicles. Nerd shit, haha. You can quickly tell that this EP starts a little bit brighter. Can’t be death and slaughter all the time! Its video to the song supplements the whole theme of just having fun and leaning into the good times.
“With the Epiphany EP, we pick up right where we left off with the Dismal EP released earlier this year. The technical and musical level is higher than ever. Epiphany has the same overall dark vibe as Dismal, but with a slightly brighter touch to it, which is why these specific five songs were chosen to be on this second EP. Together, the two EPs result in the desired full-length album.
“Once Epiphany drops in full on Dec 6th, you’ll finally be able to listen to it as a full-length album, which was the way we originally envisioned. It feels like one thrilling flow from start to finish or you can listen to both EPs back to back. It doesn’t matter! In the end, what you’re having is a cauldron full of technical Death Metal riffs, neoclassical shredding, exotic scales, clever harmonies, groovy headbangers, lethal high-speed blasts and atmospheric counterpoint Black Metal layers garnished with lyrics that show the ugly face of humanity. That’s what BURN DOWN EDEN is all about!”
Epiphany track list:
1. Epistrophy 2. Fake News For Breakfast 3. Tears Of Persephone 4. Burn Down Eden 5. Suckbox
photo by Mattias Flink – editing by Thomas Holmstrand
VEONITY have released a lyric video for “The Fifth Element”, first single taken from the new album “The Final Element” to be released on October 18th by Scarlet Records. PRE-SAVE/PRE-ORDER
“The Fifth Element” contains all the parts that signifies not only Veonity but the new record itself: a powerful anthem-like chorus opens and closes the track and is accompanied by furious guitars, ferocious drums and soaring vocals. The story that begun on the “Elements Of Power” album (2022) comes to a conclusion when the hero sacrifices himself at the Altar of Power to save humankind, once and for all.
video by Holmstrand Design
sixth full-length album for the heralds of the Swedish power metal legacy;
first record featuring the amazing new singer Isak Stenvall (former Lancer);
mixed and mastered by Ronny Milianowicz (Shadowquest) at Studio Seven;
cover & artwork by Alvaro Valverde/AV Art Ilustracion (Elvenking, Unanimated, Verikalpa);
for fans of Edguy, Gamma Ray, Hammerfall, Helloween, Twilight Force;
“The Final Element” will be released in the following formats: jewel case CD, vinyl LP (300 transparent green), digital
artwork by Alvaro Valverde/AV Art Ilustracion
As power metal slowly turns softer and synth-based, “The Final Element” ensures that this trend gets forever broken!
Soaring vocals (courtesy of new frontman Isak Stenvall), twin guitars and mighty choirs – strongly founded on thunderous bass lines and rumbling double bass drums – dominate and define the sixth Veonity’s studio album: the playful, energetic and well-crafted songs of the Swedish band deliver a full throttle energy boost.
“The Elements Of Power chronicles”, a saga of a hero that needs to seal the veil between the Overworld and the Underworld to prevent darkness from gaining control, is finally unraveled, and it couldn’t have been more epic and glorious.
“The Final Element” tracklist: 1 Premonition 2 Chains Of Tyranny 3 Horsemen Of The Dark 4 Carry On 5 Riders Of The Revolution 6 Warriors Code 7 Powerstone 8 Heart Of A Warrior 9 Kings Of Dreamland 10 The Fifth Element
Veonity: Isak Stenvall – vocals Samuel Lundström – guitar Anders Sköld – guitar Kristoffer Lidre – bass Joel Kollberg – drums
Kosmodome, a rising star in the firmament of Norway’s flourishing prog music scene, have signed a deal with Stickman Records, who will proudly release the band’s sophomore studio album “Ad Undas” on October 11, 2024! The album pre-sale will start on September 6th.
The brainchild of the two Sandvik brothers, Sturle on guitars and vocals, and Severin on drums, Kosmodome’s music is riff-based rock with stoner elements all of which are placed within a progressive universe to great effect. Together, the duo bridges the gap between the explosive drive of bands such as Mastodon with melodic magic and retrospective, clever songwriting.
Today, the band is premiering a first single, the album closing track “Fatigue”, which Severin Sandvik describes as “a hard hitting song that captures the relentless grind — where every push feels like progress, but the weight of expectations and how you handle them pulls you under. It depicts the toll of constant striving and the need for balance in a hectic life. It’s the anthem of burning out, yet refusing to give up. Heavy psychedelic rock as well as progressive and stoner are genres that describe it.“
Hailing from Bergen, Kosmodome‘s astonishing debut album from 2021 heralded the arrival of a melodic progressive powerhouse of a different stripe. While endlessly groovy, the band sidesteps the stoner genre by virtue of their sheer creativity, crafting extremely catchy but still unpredictable tracks topped by excellent vocals. With an explosive drive in which the melodious contrasts the hard and heavy music, Kosmodome came to blow minds with their psychedelic sounding, 60s atmosphere-coloured rock!
In recent years, the band has reached out beyond the Norwegian west coast and is now ready with their second full length album “Ad Undas”. On this album, they are less confined by genre expectations, but still sound like Kosmodome. Growing up with all types of music genres in a musical home from world music to metal is something the songwriting reflects.
Musically the record shows what else lives inside the progressive universe Kosmodome are building, where one/the goal is to avoid being stuck in genre expectations. Seeking a more dynamic and melodious sound than earlier, the songwriters – brothers Sandvik, but appearing as a stellar four piece live band – still deliver an album with heavy riffs, aggressiveness and many surprises.
Lyrically it delves into personal struggles with self-doubt, the pressures of societal expectations, and the existential battles of modern life. The songs touch on different aspects of the human condition, from the fear of failure and the need for growth to the turmoil of modern living and relentless self-exertion in a chaotic world. Ad undas is a Greek term meaning “to the waves”, but in Norway it is used as an expression when everything goes “to hell” or fails (everything goes south).
Kosmodome have played concerts on different stages in Norway and abroad, and are ready for more live performances after a studio hiatus in 2023 working on their much-awaited, second album, “Ad Undas” , set to be released on Stickman Records on October 11, 2024!
“Ad Undas” Tracklist:
Neophobia
Hyperion
Obsternasig
Dystopia
Turmoil
Fatigue
Kosmodome is: Sturle Sandvik – guitar/vocals Severin Sandvik – drums/vocals Ole Andreas Jensen – bass Erlend Nord – guitar
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s ASA unveil the long-overdue release of "Collective Failure" + first music video for title-track! Check it out and stay tuned for more news! Click image to watch the video
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Visionary artist KIMMO KUUSNIEMI's ANCIENT STREAMING ASSEMBLY (ASA) have released “Aurora Nuclearis”, a powerful 12-minute audiovisual experience, dedicated to the Late Keyboardist Esa Kotilainen. - Click image to watch the video
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