CRYPTOPSY to Re-Issue “None So Vile” on May 9th

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They made blasphemy sound fresh on their debut, but for their follow-up, Cryptopsy claimed the crown as the most vile band in all of death metal.

None So Vile established death metal as a truly vulgar art form. With each slurp from his chalice, Lord Worm smears the line between what’s sacred and profane until it’s dead and dripping. Lead guitarist Jon Levasseur shouldered more of the songwriting duties while seamlessly shredding between gut-slitting chugs, blistering technical riffage and orgiastic solos, though Cryptopsy still followed the textbook drumming of Flo Mounier. Trampled underfoot by a relentless piling-on of blast beats and oddly-timed bursts of double bass, “Graves of the Fathers” quickly cemented itself as a sacred rite amongst circle pits.

“In writing None So Vile, the idea was to create something heavier, faster and more technical than Blasphemy Made Flesh“, Flo says. “We were growing as musicians and so was our love for extreme music! At no point in time had we ever thought it would turn out to be one of the essential albums in death metal history. We are very happy that our fans did!”

Season of Mist is reissuing None So Vile on May 9, 2025. 

Pre-order at https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/CryptopsyReissues

Cryptopsy would win a JUNO after continuing to push the limits of extremity for the next three decades. Still, while only the band’s second album, None So Vile is worshiped by gatekeepers and fresh heshers to the underground. “You won’t find a more deserving album to be the first-ever Canadian entry into the Decibel Hall of Fame”, the magazine wrote about None So Vile, which they named the tenth best death metal album of all time.

On None So Vile, Cryptopsy claimed their crown as the most vile band in all of death metal.  

Tracklist
1. Crown of Horns (3:58)
2. Slit Your Guts (4:02)
3. Graves of the Fathers (4:11)
4. Dead and Dripping (3:53)
5. Benedictine Convulsions (4:00)
6. Phobophile (4:38)
7. Lichmistress (2:31)
8. Orgiastic Disembowelment (4:51)
Total runtime 32:04

Though now revered as the most vile band in death metal, before Ungentle Exhumation, Cryptopsy were still just a whisper among the Canadian underground.

After settling on a new name and several lineup changes, Cryptopsy recorded their first demo as a five-piece in 1993. While the band would go on to re-record most of these songs for their blasphemous full-length debut, Ungentle Exhumation already bore their unmistakable mark on death metal. “Gravaged: A Cryptopsy” is split open by the hair-raising screech and brutal barks of Lord Worm, while Flo Mounier flogs closer “Mutant Christ” with unhinged technical precision.

“Ungentle Exhumation was the first release in the band’s transition from Necrosis to Cryptopsy”, says drummer Flo Mounier. “It’s more death-metal type music. The songs have more blasts, more chunky grooves, and were recorded on good old analog, in one room, with all the musicians together!”

Season of Mist is reissuing Ungentle Exhumation on April 11, 2025. Pre-order: https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/CryptopsyReissues

Even the most legendary heroes have their downfall. Back at the end of the 2000s, the underground had left Cryptopsy for dead thanks to an album that’s best left unspoken. But when the recent JUNO Award winners returned from critic-imposed exile in 2011, they reclaimed their crown as the most vile band in death metal with their self-titled album.

“The self-titled album brought Cryptopsy back to its true intention, which is pushing brutal death metal to the utmost extremes”, says Flo Mounier. “It marks the beginning of our resurgence”.

The songs needed time to cook, but once guitarist John Levesseur and Flo started jamming, they rediscovered the right balance between jazzy experimentation and brutal technical proficiency on Cryptopsy. “Ominous” still reigns as the only song in their 36 year history with a downtuned guitar, while future set list staple “Two-Pound Torch” introduced their patented, squirming fishhook riff.

The reissued version of Cryptopsy’s self-titled album is now available on Season of Mist. Order at https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/CryptopsySelfTitled

Though it pulled them back from the brink, Cryptopsy’s self-titled album was only the beginning. The Canadians continued their brutal resurgence on the double during the mid-2010s with two neck-snapping EPs. 

The Book of Suffering was always meant as a companion piece. Cryptopsy framed Tome I around the concept of those phobophiles among us who inflict suffering (including a twisted-but-true tale of a Greyhound bus trip gone horribly awry). Meanwhile, Tome II shifts perspective to those who’ve escaped their tormentors. “Sire of Sin“ – a ripping escape from a notorious religious cult – quickly turned into a staple in the band’s ever-mutating setlist. 

“The band is once again at the forefront of creative brutality“, Angry Metal Guy rejoiced. 

Now, for the first time, fans can own both EPs on one combined LP when Season of Mist reissues The Book of Suffering this Friday, December 13.

Order at https://shop.season-of-mist.com/list/cryptopsy-the-book-of-suffering

2025 is building up to be another catastrophically successful year for Cryptopsy. The most vile band in  death metal are honing their crown of horns in the wake of their JUNO Award winning album. This summer, they’re bringing relentless carnage all over Europe alongside Decapitated, Warbringer and Carnation.

“Europe, get ready!”, Cryptopsy says. “With over 30 dates across the continent, this tour promises relentless energy, crushing riffs and unforgettable nights”

Get tickets here.

Infernal Bloodshed Over Europe 2025
May 1 – Kopervik, NO @ Karmbygeddon*
May 3 – London, UK @ Incineration Festival
May 4 – Exeter, UK @ Phoenix
May 5 – Cardiff, UK @ The Globe
May 6 – Newcastle, UK @ Anarchy Brewery
May 7 – Glasgow, UK @ Slay
May 8 – Manchester, UK @ Academy 2
May 9 – Birmingham, UK @ XOYO
May 10 – Nottingham, UK @ Rescue Rooms
May 11 – Norwich, UK @ The Waterfront
May 13 – Lille, FR @ The Black Lab
May 14 – Enschede, NL @ Metropool
May 15 – Munich, DE @ Backstage
May 16 – Aarau, CH @ KiFF
May 17 – Lindau, DE @ Vaudeville
May 18 – Vienna, AT @ Szene
May 19 – Budapest, HU @ Dürer Kert
May 20 Prague, CZ @ Fuchs2
May 21 – Schweinfurt, DE @ Stattbahnhof
May 22 – Dresden, DE @ Blauer Salon
May 23 – Krakow, PL @ Hype Park
May 24 – Warsaw, PL @ Proxima
May 26 – Berlin, DE @ Hole44
May 27 – Aarhus, DK @ Voxhall
May 28 – Hamburg, DE @ Logo
May 29 – Vechta, DE @ Gulfhaus
May 30 – Dortmund, DE @ Junkyard
May 31 – Sint-Niklaas, BE @ Casino
June 1 – Paris, FR @ La Machine
June 3 – Frankfurt, DE @ Das Bett
June 4 – Karlsruhe, DE @ Substage
June 5 – Milan, IT @ Legend Club
June 6 – Bologna, IT @ Locomotiv
June 7 – Lyon, FR @ Lions Metal Fest
June 8 – Maastricht, NL @ South of Heaven
*Decapitated Only

Lineup 
Flo Mounier – Drums
Matt McGachy – Vocals
Christian Donaldson – Guitar
Oli Pinard – Bass

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CryptopsyDeathMetal
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Legendary Guitarist DON FELDER Announces New Album “The Vault – Fifty Years Of Music”, Out May 23rd

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Renowned guitarist and songwriter Don Felder – best known for his role with the Eagles – is pleased to announce the release of his highly anticipated new studio album “The Vault – Fifty Years Of Music”, set for release on May 23rd, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl. 

The first single and accompanying lyric video, “Free At Last”, are also available now.

Pre-order “The Vault – Fifty Years Of Music” HERE

Talking about the new single, Don Felder said: “This song is a heartfelt tribute to the freedom that awaits us beyond this life. It’s about shedding the burdens of this world, and finding peace in the promise that, one day, we will all be Free At Last”.

Don Felder’s highly anticipated fourth solo album, “The Vault (Fifty Years of Music)” marks a unique milestone in his storied career, offering a stunning collection of newly recorded versions of songs originally demoed over a span of five decades.

From the album opener, “Move On,” a song from 1974, to “I Like the Things You Do,” written in 2023, The Vault offers a comprehensive look at Felder’s rich musical history. The album’s title reflects this expansive journey through time, blending timeless rock anthems with heartfelt ballads in a way that only Felder can.

What sets The Vault apart is the incredible roster of musical giants that have come together to lend their talents to the project. Felder is joined by true rock royalties including David Paich, Steve Lukather, Joseph “Joe” Williams, and Greg Phillinganes of Toto, renowned drummers such as Greg Bissonette, Brian Tichy, Todd Sucherman, plus Timothy Drury, Nathan East, Nina Winter and Lenny Castro, among others. 

Their contributions bring a fresh, dynamic energy to the music, enhancing Felder’s signature sound and bringing new life to these songs. In addition to the previously unreleased material, The Vault also includes a newly re-recorded version of “Heavy Metal”, Felder’s classic hit from his 1983 debut album “Airborne” and the soundtrack of the 1981 animated film of the same name.

With its perfect blend of high-energy rockers and introspective, emotional ballads, “The Vault (Fifty Years of Music)” showcases Don Felder’s enduring legacy as one of rock’s most influential and skilled guitarists.

Fans of Felder’s remarkable career and music lovers alike will find The Vault to be an essential addition to their collection. Prepare to experience the sound of a musical journey that spans half a century and don’t miss Don Felder live in his up-and-coming tour with Styx and The Kevin Cronin Band, aptly named “The Brotherhood of Rock”, starting on May 28th in Greenville, South Carolina.

“The Vault – Fifty Years Of Music” Tracklist:

1.    Move On    
2.    Free At Last    
3.    Hollywood Victim    
4.    Last All Night    
5.    Digital World    
6.    I Like The Things You Do    
7.    All Girls Love To Dance    
8.    Together Forever    
9.    Heavy Metal    
10.    Let Me Down Easy    
11.    Blue Skies

Line Up:
Guitar and Lead Vocals: Don Felder
Guest Guitar: Steve Lukather (track 5)
Lead Vocals: Nina Winter (track 10)
Bass: Nathan East (track 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10), Matt Bissonette (track 2)
Drums: Brian Tichy (track 3, 4, 5, 7, 8), Jim Keltner (track 10), Gregg Bissonette 
(track 1, 2), Todd Sucherman (track 6), Chad Cromwell (track 9)
Percussion: Lenny Castro (track 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9)
Piano: David Paich (track 10), Alex Alessandroni (track 1, 2)
Keys/B3/Synths: David Paich (track 1 [+Horns], 3, 4, 5, 7), Greg Phillinganes (track 3, 4, 7, 8)
Strings:  Joe Williams (track 10)
Additional Keys:  Alex Alessandroni (track 10)
Synths: Julian Chan (track 2, 9)
Bass Keys: Alex Al (track 7)
Guest Vocals: Leah James & Eva Jenner (track 8)
String Quartet: Orchid Quartet (track 11)
String Arrangement: Kim Bullard (track 11)
Background Vocals‭:  Brett Simons (track 1, 2, 6, 10), Timothy Drury (track 10), ‬‬‬‬‬
Don Felder (track 3, 6, 7), Joe Williams (track 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9), Jaden Osborne (track 2), 
Conesha Ms Monet Owens (track 3, 4, 7), Riley Nicholson (track 7), Windy Wagner (track 5), Nathan East (track 5), David Paich (track 5), Orchid Quartet (track 11)‬

Hailing from Gainesville, Florida, Felder developed an early passion for music after watching Elvis Presley perform on The Ed Sullivan Show. By the age of 13, he had formed his first band, the Continentals, which included future rock legend Stephen Stills. Felder refined his guitar skills through dedicated practice and even received slide guitar lessons from Duane Allman, laying the foundation for his signature style.

In 1974, Felder joined the Eagles, helping shift their sound from country-rock to a more guitar-driven rock style. He co-wrote and performed the legendary guitar solo for “Hotel California”, one of the most celebrated songs in rock history. His contributions extended to other notable tracks, including “Victim Of Love” and “Those Shoes”. 

His dual guitar harmonies with Joe Walsh became a defining element of the band’s sound. In recognition of the Eagles’ massive influence on rock music, the band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998, with Felder performing alongside his former bandmates at the induction ceremony.

Following his departure from the Eagles in 2001, Felder pursued a solo career, releasing albums such as “Road to Forever” (2012), and “American Rock ‘n’ Roll” (2019). Over the years, Felder has collaborated with a diverse range of artists, including Stevie Nicks, Barbra Streisand, and Michael Jackson, further solidifying his legacy as a versatile and influential guitarist in rock music.

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KOLDBRANN Nominated for Norwegian Grammy ‘Spellemannpris’

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KOLDBRANN’s latest album «Ingen Skånsel» has been nominated for the prestigious Spellemannprisen, aka the Norwegian Grammy, in the metal/hard rock category. The Spellemannpris-show will be held at Clarion Hotel the Hub in Oslo on Thursday the 24th of April. More info about Spellemann can be found here: https://spellemann.no/

Here is what KOLDBRANN themselves had to say about it:
We are thrilled to be nominated for Spellemannprisen, and in great company with WHOREDOM RIFE, TRELLDOM and SIBIIR! Ingen skånsel to the masses..!

Fans of Norwegian Black Metal know that if you mention the name KOLDBRANN you are going to get a band that is respectful of its traditional True Norwegian Black Metal roots, but one that goes its own way, eschewing any trends, in order to deliver a varied, dynamic and uncompromising sound. From the raw and fearsome, to the drifting and atmospheric.

“Ingen Skånsel” is available in CD, Digital, Cassette and Black Vinyl formats and can be ordered at:
 
Smartlink: https://orcd.co/ingen-skaansel
Webshop: https://darkessencerecords.no/shop
Bandcamp: https://koldbrann.bandcamp.com/album/ingen-sk-nsel

With layout by Salowe Vision, track listing for “Ingen Skånsel” is as follows:

  1. Ingen Skånsel
  2. Et Uomtvistelig Falsum
  3. I Unaturens Vold
  4. Prosesjon Under Blyhimmel
  5. Det Kryper Kaldt
  6. Maskiner av Nihil
  7. Forstanden Seiler Sin Egen Sjø
  8. Fortærer av Minne og Form
  9. Rykk Skaperverket Opp med Roten
  10. Vorde Eders Farkost en Katafalk
  11. Serenade til Dødens Elende

KOLDBRANN’s live appearances have earned the band a well-deserved notoriety, and 2025 will see the lineup of Mannevond on Vocals, Kvass and Voidar on Guitars, Leonid Melnikov on Drums, and John Grave on live Bass continue their festival raid, appearing in Switzerland, Germany, Sweden, Denmark and Norway, as well as a first-time performance in Romania, with more to come!
 
Dark Essence Records recently released the single ‘I Unaturens Vold’ from the album, along with a video by Necrolust Productions (WHOREDOM RIFE, 1349, FURZE etc.), which was filmed at last year’s Inferno Metal Festival in Oslo, where KOLDBRANN played in front of a capacity crowd at the John Dee venue. It can be seen at:

More information about KOLDBRANN can be found on the band’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/koldbrannofficial 

Icelandic DEVINE DEFILEMENT to Release New Album “Ruthless” on May 9th

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Time To Kill Records is proud to announce the release of “Ruthless”, the brand-new album from Icelandic death metal force DEVINE DEFILEMENT, set to drop on May 9th, 2025. With this latest offering, the band refines their sonic onslaught, embracing a more compact and percussive approach, crafting tracks where tension remains constant and unrelenting.

Since their eruption onto the Icelandic metal scene in 2016, DEVINE DEFILEMENT has honed their signature sound—a fusion of pummeling grooves, devastating slams, and sheer brutality—into an even more relentless force. “Ruthless” captures this evolution, delivering leaner, sharper compositions that pulse with controlled aggression and unwavering intensity.

The first single “Human Sewer” is now available HERE.

The band commented: 

“Hitting hard straight out of the gate, ‘Human Sewer’ takes no prisoners! Hooking you in with alternations between slamming grooves and furious blasts all topped off with a cacophony of screams and roaring growls. Throughout, the track never lets up until it’s pounded you into the ground! The lyrics are based on one of the most grotesque and shocking real-life cases of neglect that has come to light in recent years. Serving as both the first single as well as the first track off our upcoming album ‘Ruthless’ it perfectly sets the tone for what’s to follow”.

Tracklist:

1. Human Sewer
2. Abusement Park
3. Terror Tales
4. Excreted Entity
5. Internal Delusions Of The Torn Mind
6. Pulverised Secretions
7. Anthropophagic Apocalypse pt.1 – Collapse
8. Anthropophagic Apocalypse pt.2 – Lord of Flesh
9. Curbstomp The Predator
10. Draco Dominus
11. Bio-Organic Liquid-Slam
12. Beyond the Veil of Death

Preorders:

Already a dominant presence in the extreme metal underground, DEVINE DEFILEMENT has solidified their reputation through tireless touring across Iceland and Europe, sharing stages with some of the genre’s fiercest acts. Their crushing live performances have left a lasting impact at Eistnaflug, Reykjavík Deathfest, Norðanpaunk, Deathfeast Open Air, and Nice to Eat You, with more festival appearances confirmed for 2025.

For fans of: Ingested, Vulvodynia, Whitechapel, Pathology

Line-up:

Arek Alenjikov – Bass & Backing Vocals
Freyr Hreinsson – Vocals
Guðmundur Hermann Lárusson – Guitar
Ingólfur Ólafsson – Vocals
Sigurjón Óli Gunnarsson – Guitar
Stefán Friðriksson – Drums

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INCITE Return with Explosive New Single And Video ‘Just A Rat’

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Phoenix-based groovers and thrashers INCITE are making waves with their explosive new stand-alone single, ‘Just A Rat.’ This track infuses a fresh burst of energy into the metal scene, distinguishing itself with its unique vibe. Frontman Richie Cavalera hails this as the band’s most intense work yet, underscoring INCITE’s commitment to pushing the boundaries within the genre. Featuring a powerful mix of thrashing rhythms and raw, visceral vocals, the song is poised to captivate and energize fans seeking something relentlessly unique and refreshing. The video accompanying the single is directed by Jim Louvau, known for his work with artists like KITTIE, LINKIN PARK, and JERRY CANTRELL.

Lyrically, the song speaks to anyone who has ever felt betrayed, with powerful lines like: “Tried to destroy me, won’t happen again. This was a part of your master plan, figured it out so I ran.”

Richie comments: “‘Just A Rat’ is our first single and it’s unique, heavy and, to me, moving metal into a whole new, fresh direction. I wanted the lyrical content to be very relatable and god knows we’ve all dealt with a rat at some point in our lives.”

Produced by Steve Evetts and mixed by Arthur Rizk, ‘Just A Rat’ marks INCITE’s first release under Reigning Phoenix Music, offering a glimpse of what’s to come from this exciting new partnership.

Listen on your preferred streaming platform here: https://incite.rpm.link/justaratPR

About INCITE:

Founded in Phoenix, Arizona, in 2004 by frontman Richie Cavalera, INCITE blend groove and thrash metal with a raw, relentless edge. With Lennon Lopez on drums and EL on bass, the band have honed its unyielding sound across multiple albums, evolving with each release. Their punishing intensity is amplified by producer Steve Evetts (THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, HATEBREED) and mixer Arthur Rizk (SOULFLY, MUNICIPAL WASTE), while striking artwork by Marcelo Vasco (SLAYER, KERRY KING) captures their ferocity. Known for their relentless touring, INCITE have conquered stages worldwide, sharing bills with DEVILDRIVER and SIX FEET UNDER, and proving their grit – like driving 500 miles through a blizzard to make a show. The addition of guitarist Layne Richardson has injected fresh energy, elevating both their live performances and songwriting. With sheer determination and raw talent, INCITE have carved out a place in modern thrash, dominating every stage with their unbreakable, unforgiving sound.

INCITE are:
Richie Cavalera | vocals
Layne Richardson | guitars
EL | bass
Lennon Lopez | drums

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ROTTING CHRIST Release New Live Medley: ‘Sorrowful Farewell’ + ‘Among Two Storms’

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Live at the Lycabettus Hill Theater, Athens, Greece – Photo by © Tasos Anestis

ROTTING CHRIST have stood the test of time. Over the past 35 years, Sakis Tolis, his brother Themis and their brothers-in-arms have risen from Greece’s blackened catacombs to become one of metal’s most reliable forces.

Backed by a legacy that has both defined and defied black metal, last year, the Greek legends carved out a new set of dark, melodic scriptures with fresh rebellion on the unbreakable Pro Xristou. 

“…this is the most arena-worthy Rotting Christ have been in some time”, No Clean Singing wrote about their latest album.  

Now, as they continue to tour the world, Rotting Christ are celebrating 35 years of evil existence with a new live album. This two-hour set was recorded at the Lycabettus Hill Theater in the band’s hometown of Athens. Like a pantheon, it spans the band’s entire career, from the chiseled monuments of their modern Hellenic period to their early evil classics, including “Sorrowful Farewell” and “Among Two Storms”, the mighty one-two punch from 1997’s gothic triumph A Dead Poem. 

Watch Rotting Christ perform “Sorrowful Farewell” and “Among Two Storms” Live in Lycabettus:

35 Years of Evil Existence – Live in Lycabettus comes out April 4th on Season of Mist.

Pre-order & Pre-save at https://orcd.co/rottingchristliveinlycabettus

The formidable bond between brothers Sakis and Themis Tolis is not only felt across their unholy discography but also live and in the flesh. Having played more than a hundred shows all across the world in 2024, Rotting Christ continue to keep the true metal spirit alive time and time again.  

Track-list:

1. 666 (5:45)
2. P’Unchaw Kachun- Tuta Kachun (4:54)
3. Fire God and Fear (4:44)
4. Kata Ton Demona Eaytoy (4:50) [WATCH]
5. Apage Satana (4:40)
6. Dies Irae (4:37)
7. Demonon Vrosis (5:00) [WATCH]
8. Aealo (3:42)
9. Like Father, Like Son (4:41)
10.King of a Stellar War (6:22)
11. Shadows Follow (2:07)
12. Archon (4:25)
1. The Sign of Evil Existence (1:51)
2. Fgmenth Thy Gift (4:16)
3. Societas Satanas (4:07)
4. Forest of N’gai (4:19)
5. Sorrowful Farewell (4:29) [WATCH]
6. Among Two Storms (3:54) [WATCH]
7. After Dark I Feel (4:08)
8. Athanatoi Este (5:32)
9.Nemecic (4:17)
10. In Yumen Xibalba (6:27)
11. Grandis Spiritus Diavolos (6:05)
12. The Raven (5:28)
13. Under the Name of Legion (5:51)
Full runtime: 1:56:31

Later this spring, Rotting Christ are blessing Europe on The Unholy Trinity Tour with Behemoth and Satyricon. Then this summer, the band will return stateside for an exclusive performance at Milwaukee Metalfest.

The Unholy Trinity 2025:
April 4: Vienna, AT @ Gasometer
April 5: Munich, DE @ Zenith
April 6: Berlin, DE @ Columbiahalle
April 8: Zurich, CH @ Halle 622
April 9: Milan, IT @ Alcatraz
April 11: Paris, FR @ Olympia
April 12: London, UK @ O2 Brixton Academy
April 13: Tilburg, NL @ 013 Poppodium
April 15: Cologne, DE @ E-Werk
April 16: Wiesbaden, DE @ Schlachthof
April 18: Stockholm, SE @ B-K
April 22: Helsinki, FI @ Ice Hall
April 23: Riga, LV @ Palladium
April 26: Lichtenfels, DE @ Ragnaroek Fest
April 27: Prague, CZ @ 02 Universum

Rotting Christ @ Milwaukee Metal Fest
Friday, May 16 – Milwaukee, Wi @ The Rave/Eagles Club [TICKETS]

In the dimly lit catacombs of extreme metal, one name stands as a monolith: ROTTING CHRIST. Sakis Tholis and his brother Themis started this band together back in 1987. In the three decades since, these Greek titans have left their blackened imprint all over the metal world. They’ve released 13 studio albums and played more than 1,300 concerts around the globe.  Underneath all this hard work, Rotting Christ have but one vision – an urge to not only push the boundaries of extreme metal, but to keep reinventing themselves along the way.

Rotting Christ’s evolution has unfolded across several distinct chapters. After starting out closer to the barely controlled chaos of grindcore, they went on to establish the iconic sound of Hellenic black metal. Their albums often embrace refined gothic soundscapes, only to plunge back into the depths of blasphemous fervour. Each chapter marked another, further exploration, and an unwavering commitment to push boundaries.

But the real turning point came in 2007, when Rotting Christ signed a pact with Season of Mist. They unleashed a series of albums for the French label that defied any and all expectations. From the piercing Theogonia and the symphonic grandeur of Aelo to the ritualistic intensity of Κατά Τον Δαίμονα Εαυτού, the cinematic experiences created by Rotting Christ became a spectacle of bombastic atmospheres, mesmerizing choirs, and neo-classical arrangements. The unexpected is their modus operandi, with the use of various languages (Latin, Arabic, Greek,  English) as well as the extensive use of famous poetry woven into their music, like Edgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Raven’ on The Heretics.

In 2019, Rotting Christ’s epic journey continued with The Apocryphal Spell compilation, which offers fans an intimate glimpse into unreleased and rare material. This allowed them to gather strength, preparing for the release of their next, highly anticipated, 14th full-length studio album: Pro Xristou.

Pro Xristou (‘Before Christ’ in Greek), serves as a fervent tribute to the last Pagan kings who resisted the onslaught of Christianity, guarding their ancient values and knowledge. In this thematic odyssey, intricately woven through tracks such as ‘The Apostate’ and ‘Ygdrassil’, Rotting Christ delves into the legacies of historical figures such as Flavius Claudius Julianus and Nordic mythological kings, embodying the might of Pagan wisdom in the face of Christian adversity. The album encapsulates the essence of Rotting Christ’s signature style – melodic, yet harsh at times – reinventing themselves yet again, while remaining rooted in their 35-year legacy.

Line-up:
Sakis Tolis – Guitar, Vocals
Themis Tolis – Drums
Kostas “Spades” Heliotis – Bass
Kostis Fouk – Guitar

Biography:
Sébastien J. Gamez

Follow Rotting Christ:
Official Website: https://www.rotting-christ.com/en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rottingchristofficial/
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/rottingchristofficial/
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