Exclusive Premiere for Finland: BLACK OAK COUNTY ‘Timebomb’ Official Video

Posted by tarjavirmakari on November 29, 2024
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Having just released their new studio album, Danish groove hard rockers BLACK OAK COUNTY now release a new video for one of the most significant tracks of the record: “Timebomb”. Filmed at Black Oak County’s album release show at Tobakken, Esbjerg on October 25th, 2024, the video sees the band in its natural environment: on stage.

“”Timebomb” is an explosive (pun intended) song about rage and being ill tempered”, Black Oak County offers, about the track. “We all know someone who’s wound up tight, and could go off at any moment, and this song is about one of those people in particular. A catchy and classic, low-tuned Black Oak County riff with plenty of bounce-factor, which we hope you’ll love as much as we do!”.

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The Danish hard rock quartet Black Oak County releases their third album, taking them to new musical horizons, with a wide mix of thundering breakdowns, catchier choruses than ever before, a massive wall of pounding guitar riffs, and a heartfelt piano ballad.  

“III” is co-written and produced with Danish metal heavyweight Nicklas Sonne (Defecto, Aries Descendant, Danish Eurovision preliminaries), which proved to be a fruitful creative relationship between the two parties.  

“We came to Nicklas and worked on [the singles] “Save Your Breath” and “Fire Inside” together back in 2023, and we absolutely loved the process”, the band says. “It was amazing for us to have someone as competent as Nicklas giving us feedback on our songs, their structures, compositions and riffs – just to have someone impartial to work with, who wanted nothing but the best for the songs was awesome. We knew right away that we wanted to do a full album together, and hadn’t left the studio before we started working on songs for “III” together”. 
 
The album marks a return-to-form for the band, reuniting with guitarist/singer Niels Beier on 2022’s singles “Back For Blood” and “It’s On You”, produced by former grammy nominee Jacob Hansen (Volbeat, Asinhell) and co-written with Soren Andersen (Glenn Hughes, Mike Tramp). Now with both Beier and singer/bassist René Kristensen doing vocal duties in the band, new musical doors have opened for the Esbjerg-based rockers. 

“We realized we had two great singers and hadn’t utilized it before”, Kristensen confirms. “We took advantage of that on “Back For Blood”, but have worked out the songs for the album with this in mind. There’s a lot of back-and-forth between us on this album, swapping verses and choruses, doing harmonies for each other’s parts, etc., and we sound better than ever on this album!”. 

Black Oak County have dug deep into their pile of musical ideas, in order to come up with a wider range of songs than ever, incorporating brand new ideas with older material from the early days of their career. “III” is an energetic record, with the band’s well-known mixture of high-intensity low-tuned riffs paying homage to their metal and hard rock heroes, mixed with modern mixing techniques, synthesizers and a fresh take on the band’s familiar sound.

“III” is out now digipack CD, LP (black and green vinyl versions available, each limited to 200 copies) and digital via Mighty Music. 

Lineup:
Niels Beier – guitar, vocals
René Kristensen – bass, vocals
Jack Svendsen – guitar
Mike Svendsen – drums

Webshop: https://bit.ly/boc-iii

More information:
http://www.blackoakcounty.com/
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https://blackoakcounty.bandcamp.com/album/iii
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5W3Q0PiFwL9CCPJ6YDDibK
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/black-oak-county/1137940619
https://tidal.com/browse/artist/8020239?u
https://www.deezer.com/us/artist/10761396

SABER Announce New Album “Lost In Flames”, Music Video for Title Track Out Now

Posted by tarjavirmakari on November 28, 2024
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SABER, the Los Angeles based NWOTHM (New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal) heroes, have announced their much-anticipated sophomore studio album “Lost In Flames”. The new release will take the world by storm on February 7, 2025, via ROAR. For the fans, they have decided to offer the new album on CD, “Burning Orange” Marbled Vinyl, and a variety of digital formats. Pre-sale is available at: https://saber.rpm.link/lostinflames.

In addition, the band is set to reissue their impressive debut, “Without Warning” on the same day. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own this limited edition on vinyl and CD through ROAR! Their stunning debut belongs in every well-sorted heavy metal record collection, fans can visit: https://saber.rpm.link/woutwarningto pre-order. 

Do you want more? The video for the furious title track, “Lost In Flames”, has just premiered. The band reveals:  

“We chose ‘Lost In Flames’ as the album title because it embodies how we felt in the writing and recording sessions. Everyone in the band felt lost while the world around us was going up in flames. The band used what was going on around them as fuel for these songs.”

Get the song on all digital streaming providers at: https://saber.rpm.link/lifsingle

SABER is known for their uniquely sleazy take on the NWOTHM sound. The band emerged in 2018 after lead guitarist Joel Dominguez, who was already working on some similar material with rhythm guitarist Jesus Delgado and bassist David Sanchez, received a message from singer Steven Villa about starting a new 80s-inspired band.

 A series of thundering tracks followed soon after, which were refined into their 2021 debut album “Without Warning”. Produced and released with the help of Trevor William Church (HAUNT), who also filled in as the drummer, the album received overwhelmingly positive reactions. Being named as one of Bandcamp’s best albums of the year and outranking EXODUS and IRON MAIDEN on “BraveWords” annual Top 30 list cemented their place on the scene.

Sonically and aesthetically, SABER’s artistic identity is firmly rooted in the 80s. With Jesus now as their drummer and the addition of guitarist Antonio ‘Yogi’ Pettinato, the fearsome fivesome draws from notable influences such as JUDAS PRIEST, QUEENSRYCHE, RIOT, CRIMSON GLORY and IRON MAIDEN. Through their own unique lens, they’ve created a distinctly energetic audiovisual experience that resonates with their diverse and growing fanbase. “We are heavily inspired by all 80s music, including the glam era. Though our looks are unmistakably glam, don’t let that fool you… our songs are heavy and loud!”, says Joel Dominguez. SABER quickly rose to the forefront of theNWOTHM scene, playing traditional heavy metal in a fresh way.

After two years playing and touring alongside legends like NIGHT DEMON, SACRED REICH, HAUNT and SCREAMER at playing well known events like Decibel’s “Metal and Beer Fest” and the sold-out “Hell’s Heroes Fest”, SABER can’t wait to share their sophomore album, “Lost In Flames”, with their fan base. Joel reflects on how they got started, “The first new track I wrote for “Lost In Flames” was “On the Hunt”, which was the spark we needed. We were at rehearsal one day and I played the opening riff. Everyone was shocked, ‘Is that your riff?! Keep playing!’ By the end of that rehearsal that song was completed, and the heat flowed from then on. There were some tough times in the process and things kept happening that would derail our attempt to write songs. We persevered through it.” The new tracks also mark a new chapter and unleashes a logical follow-up by a band that grew together and got more experienced. 

Once again SABER went back to their friend and supporter Trevor at Church Recordings, where they recorded “Lost In Flames”, that was mixed and mastered by Darren Trentacoste. The result is fresh and unique, wild and… hungry! Get ready for “Lost In Flames” from one of the hottest and unique new bands of the NWOTHM scene, as the future of metal definitely belongs to SABER!

[Artwork: Daniel Porta]

Pre-order “Lost In Flames” HERE

“Lost In Flames” track listing:

  1. Lost In Flames
  2. Phoenix Rising
  3. Madam Dangerous
  4. Shattered Dreams
  5. Time Tells All
  6. Shadow Of You
  7. On The Hunt
  8. Steel Breaker

SABER is:
Steven Villa – Lead Vocals
Joel Dominguez – Lead/Rhythm Guitar
Jesus Delgado – Drums
David Sanchez – Bass Guitar
Antonion Pettinato – Rhythm/Lead Guitar

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https://www.youtube.com/@saberheavymetal4463

AARA Premiere Full Album “Eiger” Stream Ahead of Release

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Ahead of official release on December 6th, Swiss Black Metal band AARA has partnered with Black Metal Promotion to unveil a full stream of their forthcoming sixth album. “Eiger” depicts the harrowing true story of a doomed mountaineering expedition and its icy melodies, pensive moods and vibrant plummets contrast the wonderment of the natural world with a heightened sense of existential horror.

Composer and guitarist Berg reflects on the album’s concept:

“The album refers to the beginnings of mountaineering in the Swiss Alps, in particular to the relationship between man and nature and the fascination of taking great risks in order to reach a goal that may or may not have been set. Mountaineering has no added value in the context of the general public, it is only the inner restlessness of people who want to take this risk for themselves, to go where no one has gone before. To dare to look into the unknown. At the heart of the album is the story of the attempt to climb the Eiger North Face in 1936. The Eiger had already been climbed several times in the 19th century, but only from the west and south. The north face was not climbed until the beginning of the 20th century, and most attempts were fatal. The tragic outcome of the 1936 ascent can hardly be surpassed.

I think many people are fascinated by the mountains. For some they are a source of relaxation, for others a place of spirituality and for others a place of identification, with a particular region or with feelings. When you live in a country that is largely made up of mountains, your life is automatically linked to them in one way or another. Fluss and I love to spend time in the mountains, even though it is unfortunately not possible to live directly in the regions in question, as life in Switzerland revolves mainly around the cities and densely populated areas.“

Find all album details here!

“Eiger” will be released on CD, vinyl and digital on December 6th. Pre-orders are available via the label’s EU, US, and Bandcamp shops, bundle options are available.

Switzerland’s AARA was founded in 2018 by vocalist Fluss and multi-instrumentalist Berg to create art highly influenced by atmospheric Black Metal. Sporting an epic, classical feel, their sweeping compositions aim to take the listener through the darkest alleys of human existence.

Soon after releasing their debut record “So fallen alle Tempel” in early 2019, AARA joined forces with Debemur Morti Productions, releasing their mosaic EP “Anthropozän” that same year.

Barely a year after their debut, AARA unveiled a new full-length record in April of 2020. A conceptual look into Europe’s Age of Enlightenment, “En Ergô Einai” sees AARA take their accomplished sound to new heights of mature artistic expression. Opened with a haunting acoustic intro courtesy of Vindsval (BLUT AUS NORD), “En Ergô Einai” is a triumph of fluid melodic euphoria and classical elegance, setting an even higher watermark in a bright, young discography. The third album and beginning of a trilogy, namely “Triade I: Eos“, was released in March 2021. In this epic and dramatic new work of art, AARA are interpreting the Gothic novel “Melmoth The Wanderer” (1820) of Irish writer Charles Robert Maturin.

Venturing forth into the next chapters of Maturin‘s work, AARA crafted the second part of their trilogy, “Triade II: Hemera“. The six tracks of brutally melodic, top-tier Black Metal was released in May 2022. The third and final album of the Melmoth trilogy saw see the light of day on March 31st, 2023.

In follow up to 2023’s “Triade III: Nyx“, the band now breaks away from the literary and apply their stunning musicality to real-world events. AARA‘s new album, “Eiger“, will be released on December 6th.

HOPE IS A LIE Release Final Single ‘End of Days’ from Upcoming Debut Album

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Some day soon it will all come to an end, and if you believe Hope Is a Lie, that day might be sooner than expected. On their third single, Hope Is a Lie reflects on how we ended up being our own worst enemies and scorching our own earth. In their distinctive unhurried manner, clocking in at just under 7 minutes, and combining heavy doom and stoner riffs with a pinch of psychedelia, ‘End of Days’ is Hope Is a Lie at their darkest.  

Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Deezer etc.): https://push.fm/fl/hopeisalie-endofdays

  • ISRC: FI3FC2448902
  • Music and lyrics: Lasse Girs
  • Arrangements: Hope Is a Lie (Markus Alavire, Tuomo Heiti and Lasse Girs)
  • Cover art and visuals: Tuomo Heiti
  • Mixing: Markus Alavire, Saarni Music
  • Mastering: Owe Inborr, Wolfthrone Studios
  • Distribution & Promotion: Inverse Records

The band’s self titled debut album is released on December 13th 2024 by Inverse Records and will be supported by three singles: ‘Dance’ (2 October), ’Suits (feat Amber Shadows)’ (30 October) and ’End of Days’ (27 November). All music is written by the band, and is mixed by Markus Alavire and mastered by Owe Inborr.

You might like Hope Is a Lie if you like: Oranssi Pazuzu, Amenra, Absent in Body, Insomnium, We Lost the Sea, Mogwai, Neurosis.

Hope Is a Lie is:
Markus Alavire: Vocals, guitars, bass, programming & keyboards
Lasse Girs: Vocals, guitars, bass, keyboards
Tuomo Heiti: Drums.

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CORECASS Releases Video for ‘Glijd Mee’, Feat. CHVE of AMENRA

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Dark ambient artist CORECASS has released a brand new music video for the track “Glijd Mee”, taken from her latest album, “TAR”, released via Moment of Collapse and Sacer Records (October 2024). “Glijd Mee” is the third single of CORECASS‘ latest album in which CORECASS’ expressive music gets complemented by the captivating lyrics of Colin H. Van Eeckhout (AMENRA, CHVE).

In unison, their artistry spans their wings wide over a myriad of emotional and spiritual movements. With “Glijd Mee” CORECASS and CHVE encircle past, present and future to reach over the distance and meet in eternity. The official music video for “Glijd Mee” offers an even deeper glance into the discarded feelings of the individual being and its crooked path in life. 

With her latest album, CORECASS captures the true essence of an individual’s journey through existential despair to powerful restoration and growth. At times the instrumentation is minimalist in approach. At other times, sounds are bursting forth with an urgency that showcases the contrasting capabilities and compositional maturity present in the artful songwriting.

The solo project of musician and producer Elinor Lüdde continues to evolve, offering a rich and immersive auditory experience that challenges and captivates listeners. Rooted in a neo-classical approach, CORECASS transcends traditional boundaries by blending piano, organ, harp, drums, and electric guitar into a dark, atmospheric, and cinematic soundscape that defes creative limits.

“TAR” is out now via Moment of Collapse and Sacer Rec. and is available for purchase at 
THIS LOCATION

Tracklist:

  1. Ovar
  2. Tar
  3. Dol
  4. Disrupt (feat. Ercument Kasalar)
  5. Sørunej (feat. Barbara Ludde)
  6. Glijd Mee (feat. Colin H. van Eeckhout)
  7. Albedo
  8. Fin

For more info visit:
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https://www.facebook.com/corecass
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https://www.facebook.com/momentofcollapse/
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MOTÖRHEAD Unveil Signature Hot Sauces “Born to Raise Hell” via Jade City Foods

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Motörhead unveils signature hot sauces that are “Born to Raise Hell!” Heat up your holidays with five “Over The Top” sauces from Jade City Foods, which can be ordered at THIS LOCATION.

The flavors and pairings are as follows:

Iron Horse – Mango Habanero Sauce – Heat scale rating: 5/10 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

This sauce has a blend of Habanero peppers, mangos, yellow bell pepper, onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, vinegar, lime, and salt. It is recommended to pair with seafood, grilled chicken, pork and vinaigrette salads.

100 Percent Heat – Aged Red Pepper Sauce – Heat Scale Rating: 6/10 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

100 Percent Heat is a tasty blend of aged red peppers, distilled vinegar, salt, and spices. This boasts as an excellent breakfast pairing as it goes well with scrambled eggs, omelets, taco salad, burrito and for those looking to spike their Hot Chocolate with something other than booze, this is the way to go!

Iron Fist – Reaper Pepper Sauce – Heat Scale Rating: 8/10 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

For those who dare to turn up the heat, the Iron Fist Reaper Sauce has an extra spicy blend of habanero, ghost, and cayenne peppers with notes of paprika, garlic, distilled white vinegar, and salt. This pairs best with seafood, Brussel sprouts (great way to turn up your Thanksgiving sides this year!), tacos and poultry.

Bomber – Carolina Reaper Sauce – Heat Scale Rating: 8/10 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Ranked among the hotter blends, the Bomber sauce prominently features the hardcore Carolina reaper pepper along with piquillo and peri peri peppers, red wine vinegar, tomato, onion, garlic, distilled white wine vinegar and salt. This is a fantastic seasoning for salsa, chili, sautéed vegetables and tacos.

Killed by Death – Chili Extract Sauce – Heat Scale Rating: 11/10 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

This one goes all the way to 11! The aptly named Killed by Death sauce is a concentrated and bold blend of aged red peppers, vinegar, chili extract and salt. You can really pair this with anything, if you dare! But best to start with very small doses as it can easily overpower a dish with its hardcore heat.