Wait Until the Dark is about this roller coaster of life. Ups and downs, black and white, hate and love. One must realise that even in the darkest times there is also a learning curve. Possibility to learn something from it and come back stronger afterwards. So, let`s embraze the dark and welcome it as a part of our existence rather than fear it.
“Wait Until the Dark song is for those who can find tranquillity from darkness rather than light.”
Composition. Jukka Piironen, Jami Heikkala, Marco Sneck, Jukka Mursu
Lyrics. Jukka Mursu
The story of Serpent Fire began in 2022 when Jukka Piironen started after a long hiatus making new music again. He allready knew Jukka Mursu (Gorem, Vinnfrost, Nex Locus) and together they started studio project. Soon they had songs coming very rapidly and decided to record an EP with other players. Along came guitarist J.K Hel (ex- Man Eating Tree, Corpset), keyboard player Marco Sneck (Poisonblack, Chamelion) and Pete Karjalainen (Gorem) on the drums.
The result is melodic death metal in it`s most melodic and agressive form and you can hear the coldness and melancholy of Northern Finland in every note! Main songwriters Jukka Piironen and Jami Heikkala has allready sharpened their writing pen again and new songs are on their way.
Necroeucharist Productions is a Swiss underground label which released among others Anaal Nathrakh, Inferno, K.F.R, Avsky, Aeon Winds on tape & vinyl format.
BEASTCRAFT is a Norwegian true black metal legend which was formed in 2003. The founding members are Alastor (Urgehal, Endezma, Angst Skvadron, Vulture Lord) and Sorath (Vulture Lord, Ulvehyrde, Hagl). Beastcraft‘s work is true to the second wave of Black Metal and old school true Black Metal with numerous dissonant melodies, raw, and chilling sound evoking the early Black Metal era of bands like Darkthrone, Burzum, Gorgoroth.
Beastcraft have to their credit several demo recordings and compilations, a live album, as well as split albums with bands like Orcrist, Black Altar, Urgehal, and Hyl, in addition to three full-length albums.
Necroeucharist Productions prepared something special for Beastcraft maniacs! Today, September 28, 2024 is released the unique and strictly limited (50 pcs) tape box Beastcraft “Into Serpent Blood Invocation” which contains:
Hand-numbered A4 MC Box
Into the Burning Pit of Hell (full album with alternate artwork)
Dawn of the Serpent (demo collection and rare tracks with alternate cover)
Baptised in Blood and Goatsmen (full album with alternate cover)
Unpure Invocation of Alastor Nefas (live album released for the first time on cassette!!!)
The Beastcraftian Grimoire (exclusive A4 book)
Invocation Into Serpent Blood (900×636 flag)
Beastcraft badge and card
Stickers
4MC tape box costs 110 euro plus shipping costs and could be ordered via Bandcamp. Below you can check unboxing video of this special release.
HOT SUNDAY BLOOD have released their new single ‘Schwarze Seelen’, stream it below.
Hot Sunday Blood is an Italian band, formed in Turin in 2013. The sound is inspired by alternative rock music, with heavy rock influences.
Each band member affects the sound in an unique way, coming from different backgrounds such as metal, stoner, grunge, black metal, prog and new wave. The band loves to define itself as “plug and play”.
Lyrics are all in English, solid guitar riffs and open melodies are recurring elements typical of their songs which gains depth through Andrea Amerini’s voice. For fans of Mastodon, Queens Of the Stone Age, Alice in Chains and Smashing Pumpkins.
Three full lengths and more than one hundred lives behind them, in July 2018 they are called to open Doyle for the Turin date of his European tour. In May 2019 they organised a mini promotional tour in Romania, Croatia and Slovenia. Over the course of the years the sound shifted to a more distinctive imprint and the introduction of slight electronics support. The band performed in Ostrava V Plamenech Festival in year 2023.
Australian masters of progressive metallers TERAMAZE have released their brand new official video ‘Battle’ (Acoustic Version).
The band shared: We approached this song a little differently then the other acoustic renditions on the album. With the vocal melodies so catchy and uplifting we decided to give it the treatment it deserved. With a hint of 90s pop and rock we gave it another life of its own! We were so happy with the arrangement we were almost gonna call it a different name! It’s one of our new favourites, so please sit back, light a candle and enjoy.
UNDER THE OAK, the legendary Norwegian thrashers, have officially released their long-awaited third album, The Last of a Dying Breed, through their trusted partners at Wormholedeath. The album marks a milestone in the band’s near-40-year journey and is now available on all major streaming platforms.
The Last of a Dying Breed encapsulates everything that has made Under the Oak a relentless force in the metal scene. A perfect storm of traditional Heavy Metal and Thrash, the band’s latest work is as melodic as it is savage—ruthless, fast, and uncompromising. With nearly four decades of experience, the album’s title aptly reflects the band’s steadfast dedication to keeping the spirit of old-school metal alive.
The album includes ten original tracks that showcase Under the Oak’s signature sound. In true homage to their heroes, they’ve also included a special cover song that fans will instantly recognize. For the first time, the band has collaborated with guest musician Jan-Erik Johansen, who adds a unique twist with a standout triangle performance.
Under the Oak continues to blaze a trail, pushing boundaries while staying rooted in the heavy metal tradition that defined their origins. The Last of a Dying Breed is not only a reflection of their storied history but a testament to the passion, grit, and brotherhood that drives them forward.
1. Inner Truth of Denial 2. When the Sirens Call 3. Grim Reaper 4. Nightmare 5. Shadow of Darkness 6. The Last of a Dying Breed 7. Death by Cutlery 8. Keyboard Warrior 9. Playing Dead 10. Wobblehead 11. Ride the Sky (Cover)
Discography: Ripped up by the Roots (2020) Rattus Norvegicus (2022) The Last of a Dying Breed (2024)
Meet the Band: Jostein – Vocals (ex. Fury, ex Testimony) Marius – Drums (ex. Terrazone, ex. Mecalimb) Hillbilly Bill – Bass (ex. Excelsis, ex. Dressed to Kiss, also plays in Rövballebandet and Nostalgic Groove) Thomas Bolverk – Guitar (ex. Darkness, ex. Black Currant, ex. Images at Twilight, ex. Ragnarok, also plays in BOLVERK: and Venom tribute-band Welcome to Hell)
Berlin-based symphonic death metal band Carved Memories has dropped the music video for “Raven,” the second single off their debut full-length, The Moirai, set for release on November 01st on CD and digital via Black Lion Records. The album features orchestration crafted by Clemens “Ardek” Wijers from Carach Angren.
According to Carved Memories, the track “Raven” is “a description of death, the grim reaper, in its all-powerful manifestation as a Raven. Drawing inspiration from the ‘Ravens of Odin’ and their roles in Norse mythology, the song pairs this with the inevitability of death and the personification of an entity who reigns as the sovereign of death—and, by extension, of life.”
WATCH the Video for “Raven” below; Find the single on streaming/digital media RIGHT HERE
Pre-Order/Pre-Save the album, The Moirai,AT THIS LOCATION. (Available via different distributors around the globe, includingSeason of Mist, Sound Pollution, Amazon,and Target)
Carved Memories is currently embarking upon a European tour with Southern Californian metallers Contortion.
Carved Memories + Contortion: Unravelling Europe – United in Metal Tour: (w/ Chaos Engine Research) Sep 25 – Potok, Warszawa, PL Sep 26 – Alive, Wrocław, PL Sep 27 – Willax, Mladá Boleslav, CZ Sep 28 – Vrátnice, Rožnov pod Radhoštěm, CZ
(w/ Fear Disease) Oct 1 – Pink Whale, Bratislava, SK Oct 2 – S8 Underground, Budapest, HU Oct 3 – Flex, Arad, RO Oct 4 – M2, Timișoara, RO
(w/ Melinoë) Oct 5 – Live & Loud, Sofia, BG Oct 6 – Sixty Six Crew, Thessaloníki, GR Oct 7 – Frida, Patra, GR Oct 8 – Bums, Athens, GR
(w/ TBA) Oct 10 – Fest, Zemun, Belgrade, RS Oct 11 – Dvorište, Novi Sad, RS Oct 12 – Jazzbina, Sarajevo, BA Oct 13 – Kotač, Pula, HR
The Moirai Track Listing: 1. Cerberus 2. Bellow [Lyric Video] 3. Doom 4. Agathodaimon 5. The Sovereign 6. Raven [Video| Audio] 7. Hourglass 8. The Moirai
—Others— All music written and recorded by Carved Memories Orchestration by Clemens Wijers (Carach Angren).
Artwork by Nightjar Illustration. Recorded by KV at Hell’s Pit Studio. Mixed and Drums Recorded by Marcos Monnerat at Stereorat Studio. Mastered by Fredrik Nordström at Studio Fredman.
Now settled in Berlin, Germany, Carved Memories originated in Costa Rica. The band’s moniker symbolizes how every experience carves itself into individuals—shaping their thoughts, actions, and emotions. Deeply resonating with listeners, Carved Memories’ powerful music and lyrics foster emotional empowerment and encouragement, while also providing a pathway for emotional release.
Carved Memories’ debut album, The Moirai, delves into the concept of absolute power, exploring the immense forces that dominate and control their realms. Each track reflects the overwhelming presence of a massive deity or emotion, personified as an unstoppable force reigning supreme. The lyrics narrate the influence and dominion of these mighty entities, portraying them in their full might—unchallenged and eternal. The themes center around the unyielding nature of these powers, representing a reign that cannot be defied.
Musically, the album mirrors this concept through a potent blend of melodic and aggressive elements, intensifying the lyrical themes with soaring symphonies and driving melodies that enhance the grandeur and strength of the narrative. Every note is crafted to reflect the magnitude of the forces described, breathing life into the story. The symphonic melodies not only underscore the aggression but also emphasize the majesty of these supreme powers. Together, the music and lyrics create a cohesive expression of unstoppable force, delivering a visceral experience for listeners. This combination of melody and aggression amplifies the intention behind the album, ensuring that the listener feels the full weight of its thematic strength.
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
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
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