BLUTGOTT Release New Single And Video ‘Blood For Balgeroth’

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BLUTGOTT release “Blood For Balgeroth “, the new single from the upcoming 3CD Album 
“Dracul Drakorgoth” (Massacre Records / VÖ 20.09).

The official video can be watched here:

THE BLUTGOTT METAL UNIVERSE:
DEBAUCHERY– Monster Metal
BLOOD GOD – Hard Rock & Heavy Metal
BALGEROTH – German Metal

In 20 years, singer and guitarist Thomas Gurrath has created an entire band universe with over 30 CDs spread across more than 17 albums from Debauchery, Blood God and Balgeroth. He has united this Trinity of Blood Gods under the name BLUTGOTT.

Musically, the band moves across genres somewhere between Judas Priest, Slayer, AC/DC, Rammstein and Bolt Thrower. There is pounding death metal, classic heavy metal and groovy hardrock, sometimes with screeching vocals, sometimes with the distinctive monster voice, sometimes clean, and everything in between.

The lyrics – in German and English – deal with the band’s own dark fantasy universe: the World of Blood Gods. Named after the Blood Gods – biomechanical vampire dragons with demonic abilities.

The three most infamous are Bal-Geroth, the Bloodking of Knochenheim, Dracul Drakorgoth, the Debauchery Blood God and Setekh Drakorgaur, the Red Dragon. Together they form the Trinity of Blood Gods.

In the war zones of the past and future, on Earth, Eden, other planets and Hell, they fight brutal battles against elves, humans and dwarves, as well as other demons.The World of Blood Gods has its own miniatures and its own tabletop game, called Kings of Carnage.

Concerts of the various incarnations of the BLUTGOTT Metal Universe have been held throughout Europe, Russia and Asia. They have performed with Doro, Saxon, Dismember, Napalm Death, Destruction and many other well-known bands from the metal scene and played at major festivals such as Wacken, Summer Breeze and Bang Your Head. The albums are regularly in the top50 of the official German album charts.

The new album “Dracul Drakorgoth” will be released on September 20th and contains ten completely new songs each with the Debauchery Monster Voice, once with the German Balgeroth lyrics and also with the Blood God Heavy Metal voice. Available as 3CD Digi Pack, as limited edition box and the Debauchery and Balgeroth versions each as limited edition LP. Recorded by Dennis Ward (Unisonic, Krokus, Helloween).

You can find out more about the BLUTGOTT universe at www.blutgott.com

The new album, T-shirts, miniatures and the tabletop game are available from the band’s own www.bloodstore.de

All tour dates and tickets at www.blutfest.de

BLUTGOTT Dracul Drakorgoth Tracklist

CD1 Debauchery Version

  1. We create Metal
  2. Dracul Drakorgoth
  3. Fire and Steel
  4. Crusade against Humanity
  5. Overdrive of Brutality
  6. Dragonsteel
  7. Blood for Balgeroth
  8. Setekh Drakorgaur
  9. Blood demands Blood
  10. Drakespawn

CD 2 Balgeroth Version

  1. Drachenlegion
  2. Dracul Drakorgoth
  3. Feuer und Stahl
  4. Drachendivision
  5. Blutgott Monsterhorde
  6. Drachenstahl
  7. Blut für Balgeroth
  8. Setekh Drakorgaur
  9. Blut verlangt Blut
  10. Drachenbrut

CD3 Blood God Version

  1. We create Metal
  2. Dracul Drakorgoth
  3. Fire and Steel
  4. Crusade against Humanity
  5. Overdrive of Brutality
  6. Dragonsteel
  7. Blood for Balgeroth
  8. Setekh Drakorgaur
  9. Blood demands Blood
  10. Drakespawn

BLUTGOTT LIVE

05.09.2024 Nürnberg – Hirsch
20.09.2024 Passau – Zauberberg
21.09.2024 Aalen – Rock It
04.10.2024 Oberhausen – Helvete
05.10.2024 Rostock – Zuckerfabrik
01.11.2024 Weinheim – Cafe Central
02.11.2024 Kirchheim (Teck) – Linde – Heimspiel
06.12.2024 Lenzburg – Met-Bar (CH)
07.12.2024 Lindau – Club Vaudeville
12.12.2024 Wien – Viper Room (AT)
13.12.2024 Graz – Explosiv (AT)
31.01.2025 Hannover – Cafe Glocksee
01.02.2025 Hamburg – Logo
15.02.2025 Berlin – Slaughterhouse
08.03.2025 Selb – Rockclub Nordbayern
28.03.2025 Cham – LA

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KLOGR to Release New Album “Fractured Realities” on October 31st

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Following the release of their first single “The Twisted Art” alternative rock band KLOGR is proud to announce the upcoming release of their new album “Fractured Realities” on October 31st, preceded by the new single “Unspoken Words” and an innovative concept video project.

Seven years after the release of “Keystone”, KLOGR returns to the scene with a new album titled “Fractured Realities”. The writing process for the album began during the lockdown period but was interrupted due to personal issues among some band members. Finally, in early 2024, work resumed and was completed in June. Produced by Rusty and co-produced by Jarno Bellasio – who also handled the audio recording at Zeta Factory Studios – the album was mixed and mastered by Federico Ascari. “Fractured Realities” is a journey through the various emotional challenges and disorders fueled by a society more focused on profit than on the physical and mental well-being of individuals. The album, consisting of 10 tracks, captures the true sonic essence of the band. Artwork by Charli Aldrighi.

Rusty states: “It wasn’t easy to get back on the scene after an album produced by David Bottrill and two years of touring. The COVID situation forced us to put everything on hold. Once normalcy returned, additional challenges emerged that further slowed down the work. Fortunately, we found a way to restart, regain focus, and complete the studio work. The personal pressure, having overseen all aspects of the production, was immense. Luckily, teamwork was crucial in finishing the production and delivering what I consider to be the band’s best album”.

Moving on to the new single, “Unspoken Words” is probably one of the most radio-friendly tracks the band has ever released, featuring heavy riffs, haunting vocals, and atmospheric layers: “It’s a powerful track that delves into the emotional turmoil of unspoken feelings and the weight they carry. Combining the raw intensity of metal with the melodic sensitivity of rock, this song is set to become a staple of our live performances!”.

The album will be accompanied by a concept video project featuring 10 interconnected video clips, with a central character named Lila who finds herself in a state of confusion/emotional chaos that leads her on a journey through her fears. To follow this fascinating journey of music and visuals, be sure to stay connected to the band’s social media pages.

Pre-order the album at https://bfan.link/fractured-realities

Tracklist
01. Early Wounds
02. Gravity Of Fear
03. The Twisted Art
04. Face The Unknown
05. One Of Eight
06. Lead Wings
07. Unspoken Words
08. Hysterical Blindness
09. Waking World
10. Whale Fall

As announced, the band will be part of Evergrey‘s European tour, hitting the road for 7 weeks and 45 shows. Here are the initial dates, with more to be announced in the coming weeks.

03.11.2024 Herford (DE) @ Kulturwerk
05.11.2024 Bochum (DE) @ Zeche
06.11.2024 Siegburg (DE) @ Kubana
07.11.2024 Sarnen (CH) @ Urrock Musik Festival
08.11.2024 Monthey (CH) Pont Rouge
09.11.2024 Barcelona (ES) @ Sala Boveda
10.11.2024 Madrid (ES) @ Revi Live
11.11.2024 LISBON (PT) @ RCA Club
12.11.2024 Porto (PT) @ Hard Club Room 2
13.11.2024 Mos (ES) @ Sala Rebullon
14.11.2024 Valladolid (ES) @ Porta Caeli
15.11.2024 Vitoria-Gasteiz (ES) @ Urban Rock Concept
16.11.2024 Nantes (FR) @ Le Ferrailleur
17.11.2024 Paris (FR) @ Petit Bain
19.11.2024 Würzburg (DE) Posthalle
20.11.2024 Hannover (DE) @ Musikzentrum
21.11.2024 Leizpig (DE) @ Hellraiser
22.11.2024 Hamburg (DE) @ Bahnhof Pauli
24.11.2024 Berlin (DE) @ Lido
25.11.2024 Poznan (PL) @ 2Progi
26.11.2024 Cracow (PL) @ Kwadrat
29.11.2024 Sofia (BG) @ Mixtape 5
30.11.2024 Thessaloniki (GR) @ Principal Club Theater
01.12.2024 Athens (GR) @ Kyttaro Live
03.12.2024 Belgrade (RS) @Dorcol Platz
04.12.2024 Zagreb (HR) @ Mochvara Club
05.12.2024 Banja Luka (BH) @ Sports Hall Obilicevo
06.12.2024 Budapest (HU) @ Barba Negra
07.12.2024 Burglengenfeld Vaz (DE) @ Pfarrheim
08.12.2024 Dornbirn (AT) @ Conrad Sohm
10.12.2024 Munich (DE) @ Backstage Halle
11.12.2024 Mannheim (DE) @ 7er Club
12.12.2024 Trier (DE) @ Mergener Hof
13.12.2024 St. Nilkaas (BE) @ De Casino
21.12.2024 Andernach (DE) @ Live Club
22.12.2024 Helmond (NL) @ Cacaofabrik

More information at https://klogr.net/ – https://www.facebook.com/klogr

VISION DIVINE Release ‘Drink Our Blood’ Single, Ft. AC Wild

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photo by Andrea Falaschi

Vision Divine have released “Drink Our Blood” (featuring Bulldozer’s AC Wild), second single taken from the new album “Blood And Angels’ Tears” to be released on September 20th by Scarlet Records. PRE-SAVE/PRE-ORDER

“Drink Our Blood” stands out not only for its haunting themes of immortality and darkness, but also for featuring the legendary singer AC Wild. This collaboration marks the very first time Vision Divine has incorporated guest vocals in their work, adding a raw and unique dimension to their sound. AC Wild’s powerful and gritty voice contrasts sharply with Vision Divine’s elegant metal style, infusing “Drink Our Blood” with an intensity and edge that fans have never heard before.

A HANDFUL OF HEAVEN

  • comeback album for the band that best defined the Italian progressive power metal sound;
  • catchy and epic choruses combined with refined, fast and technical music;
  • first chapter of an engaging and compelling lyrical saga to be concluded with the following record;
  • featuring Ray Alder (Fates Warning), Alle Conti (Twilight Force, Trick Or Treat) and AC Wild (Bulldozer) as special guests on vocals;
  • mixed and mastered by Simone Mularoni at Domination Studio;
  • cover & artwork by Augusto Silva;
  • for fans of Labyrinth, Queensrÿche, Sanctuary, Savatage, Kamelot;

“Blood And Angels’ Tears” will be released in the following formats: digipack CD, vinyl LP, digital

artwork by Augusto Silva

The finest Italian prog-power metal prime movers are back for good, once again delivering a handful of glorious and smooth progressive power metal. An epic saga unfolding across two monumental records, with “Blood And Angels’ Tears” as its first part: set in a distant epoch before known civilizations, the narrative revolves around three angels banished from heaven for their indecision during the cataclysmic war between Lucifer and Archangel Michael.

Each album is a chapter in a grand movie-like tale: themes of redemption, unity and resilience permeate the melodic orchestrations and haunting vocals. Experience the cinematic majesty of “Blood And Angels’ Tears” where each note and lyric merges to evoke a timeless struggle and a heroic journey through the realms of ancient myth and fantastical imagination!

“Blood And Angels’ Tears” tracklist:
Chapter I: War In Heaven
Chapter II: The Ballet Of Blood And Angels’ Tears
Chapter III: Once Invincible
Chapter IV: Drink Our Blood (feat. Bulldozer’s AC Wild)
Chapter V: When Darkness Comes
Chapter VI: Preys
Chapter VII: A Man On A Mission
Chapter VIII: Go East
Chapter IX: The Broken Past (feat. Fates Warning’s Ray Alder & Twilight Force/Trick Or Treat’s Alle Conti)
Chapter X: Dice And Dancers
Chapter XI: Lost

Vision Divine:
Ivan Giannini – vocals
Olaf Thorsen – guitars
Federico Puleri – guitars
Alessio Lucatti – keyboards, piano
Andrea ‘Tower’ Torricini – bass
Matt Peruzzi – drums

More information at https://www.facebook.com/visiondivineofficial

WARFARER Release Second Single + Music Video ‘Brotherslayer’ from Upcoming Debut Album

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Photo by Tanja Varvio, edit by Kalle Puutio

Finnish melodic death/folk metal band Warfarer released the second single Brotherslayer, a track taken from their upcoming concept album, ‘A Tale Beyond the Pale’ which is set to be released on November 15th 2024 via Inverse Records. 

The band comments the single:
“This track marks a pivotal moment in the album’s narrative, capturing the intense duel between the jealous brotherslayer and his chieftain brother..”

LISTEN to Brotherslayer on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/warfarer-brotherslayer 

  • Music & lyrics by Kalle Puutio
  • Cover art by Sofia Sinivuori

LISTEN the first single Heir Uncrowned on streaming https://push.fm/fl/warfarer-heir 

A Tale Beyond the Pale CD PRE-ORDER available HERE

Track list:

01. Heir Uncrowned
02. As the Portents Foretold
03. Brotherslayer
04. Bereaver
05. Betrayer
06. In the Gravelight
07. March Through the Endless Snow
08. The Gates to Realms Beyond

Cover art by Sofia Sinivuori

Born from the frost of Northern Finland in 2013, Warfarer weaves chilling tales of small people’s great struggles amidst ancient myths. Their ferocious blend of melodic death metal and symphonic elements bites like the freezing wind and grips you like the flu.

After releasing an EP in 2017 and undergoing a complete reincarnation with new singles in 2018 and 2020, the band is more alive than ever, preparing for war with brutal new songs and sharpened axes. Their upcoming concept album, ‘A Tale Beyond the Pale’, set for release in 2024, delves into the Finnish myth of the Brotherslayer, taking listeners on a journey through jealousy, scheming, Viking raids, duels under the northern lights, and an eventual descent into guilt and madness.

Line-up:
Kalle Puutio – Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitars
Seppo Kolehmainen – Lead Guitars, Backing Vocals
Klaus Telenius – Bass, Backing Vocals
Tuomas Rahikainen – Keyboards, Backing Vocals
Julius Lehtonen – Drums

https://www.warfarer.fi
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STEPFATHER FRED Release New Single / Video ‘Tripped My Demon’ from Upcoming Album

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Photography by Ella Dollinger

While STEPFATHER FRED focused on hopeful messages in their first video “Collecting Faith”, the quartet show a completely different – darker – side in “Tripped My Demon”!

Album pre-order has already started. Album is  available as CD and Vinyl here
stepfatherfred.epr.rocks/ – save-it.cc/epr/tripped-my-demon

The alternative rockers from the Allgäu have been inspiring audiences since 2007. With their 6th studio album and the experience of over 550 live performances, they have more than earned their place in the musical landscape. With their sixth album, heavy alternative rockers STEPFATHER FRED transcend genre boundaries as usual and deliver an incredibly versatile album. If songs like “Tripped my Demon” sound like Five Finger Death Punch, a Spanish guitar comes around the corner in sVenorita. If “Abacus” has toolesque traits and takes the listener on a depressive emotional journey, the banger “Collecting Faith” creates hope.  

Tracklist:
01- Move your Limit
02- Collecting Faith
03- Tripped my Demon
04- My Place
05- The One
06- Spiral    
07- Unlock the Secrets
08- Fail
09- Abacus
10- Ghost of Time
11- sVeñorita
12- Kingdom

RUBICON Tour 2024:

04.10.2024 DE Memmingen Kaminwerk
11.10.2024 CH Seewen Gaswerk
12.10.2024 DE Waldbronn Soundcheck One
18.10.2024 DE Metzingen Club Thing
19.10.2024 NL Enschede* Metropol
24.10.2024 DE München Backstage
25.10.2024 DE Wurzbach Wellenkeller
26.10.2024 DE Bamberg Liveclub
14.11.2024 DE Düsseldorf Pitcher
15.11.2024 DE Oldenburg Cadillac
16.11.2024 DE tba tba
21.11.2024 AT Innsbruck Livestage
22.11.2024 CH Rorschach Treppenhaus
23.11.2024 DE Garmisch** Noiseclub Winter Knockout
28.11.2024 DE Ulm Roxy
29.11.2024 DE Offenburg Stud
30.11.2024 DE Weiler (Moos)** Adventsparty Bänklefäschter
05.12.2024 DE Hamburg Logo
06.12.2024 DE Wolfenbüttel Kuba-Halle
07.12.2024 DE Eisenhüttenstadt Gasoline
08.12.2024 DE Berlin Die Klinke
13.12.2024 DE Viersen Rockschicht
14.12.2024 DE Frankfurt Ponyhof

*Support Show for Ilaender
**Festival Show

Line-Up:
Sebastian Schuster – Vocals
Simon Bihlmayer – Guitars
Matthias Gaßner – Bass
Julius Dollinger – Drums

More Info:
stepfather-fred.de/
www.facebook.com/stepfatherfred

Keith Buckley’s MANY EYES Add Two New Album Release Shows, Kick Off U.S. Tour

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Emerging metallic hardcore outfit MANY EYES (fronted by ex-Every Time I Die vocalist Keith Buckley) kicked off their U.S. tour yesterday, August 29, with a run of headlining performances through August 31. Then, the band will hit the road in support of Sum 41 on September 4, in which they will also be performing a series of off day album release shows, for which the band has now added two additional dates – October 7 in Colorado Springs, CO and October 12 in Millersville, PA. The full itinerary can be found below!

MANY EYES will be releasing its debut album, ‘The Light Age,’ on September 6 via Perseverance Media Group! The newcomers recently released a new music video for the single “Harbinger,” which can be found at THIS LOCATION.

Pre-orders for ‘The Light Age’ are now live HERE.

The cover artwork for ‘The Light Age’ was directed and designed by Nick Steinhardt & Ryan Sanders.

  1. Revelation [WATCH]
  2. Future Proof [WATCH]
  3. Mystic Cord [WATCH]
  4. Third
  5. Harbinger [WATCH]
  6. Speechless
  7. Servant
  8. Amateurs
  9. Enough
  10. The Rainbow

MANY EYES North American upcoming Tour Dates (w/ Sum 41):

08/30: Chicago, IL @ Subterranean **
08/31: Omaha, NE @ Reverb Lounge **
09/04 San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic
09/06 Portland, OR @ Theater Of The Clouds
09/07 Seattle, WA @ WAMU Theater
09/08 Boise, ID @ Revolution Center
09/10 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex
09/11 Morrison, CO @ Red Rocks Amphitheatre
09/12 Waukee, IA @ Vibrant Music Hall
09/14 Detroit, MI @ Masonic Temple Theatre
09/15 Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center
09/16 Moon Township, PA @ UPMC Events Center
09/20: Baltimore, MD @ Ottobar ** (MANY EYES Album Release Show)
09/23 Miami Beach, FL @ The Fillmore
09/24 Orlando, FL @ The Orlando Amphitheater at Central Florida Fairgrounds
09/28 Austin, TX @ H-E-B
09/29 Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall
09/30 Irving, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
10/02 Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre
10/03 Los Angeles, CA @ YouTube Theater
10/05 Las Vegas, NV @ Bakkt Theater
10/07: Colorado Springs, CO @ Vultures ** (MANY EYES Album Release Show)
10/09: St. Louis, MO @ Red Flag ** (MANY EYES Album Release Show)
10/11: Lakewood, OH @ Mahall’s ** (MANY EYES Album Release Show)
10/12: Millersville, PA @ Phantom Power ** (MANY EYES Album Release Show)

**MANY EYES ONLY

Many Eyes began in the winter of 2022 when Keith Buckley (Ex-Every Time I Die, The Damned Things) connected with brothers Nick (Producer/ Owner of Dexter’s Lab Recording) and Charlie Bellmore (Corpsegrinder/ Toxic Holocaust) through their mutual friend, Jamey Jasta, frontman for metal legends Hatebreed. The Light Age was written and recorded over a few weeks in both Buffalo, NY, and Milford, CT, where the members reside.Taking cues from the Grunge Rock and Hardcore of the 1990s that was so influential to them growing up, the members of Many Eyes skillfully blend chaos with melody.

Many Eyes’ live performances, including their tour with post-hardcore icons THURSDAY, have demonstrated their ability to deliver high-energy shows with precision and emotion. With Craig Vittorio now on guitar and Sean Vallie on bass, alongside Nick Bellmore’s powerful drumming and Keith Buckley’s commanding vocals, the band remains focused on pushing forward and exploring new creative horizons.

As they embark on the next phase of their journey, Many Eyes remains committed to their core ethos—creating music that resonates deeply with listeners, blending raw power with melodic depth, and continually evolving as artists. The future looks bright as they continue to chart their path forward.

Recording Lineup:
Vocals/ Lyrics/ Songwriter – Keith Buckley
Producer/ Songwriter/ Guitar/ Drums/ Bass – Nick Bellmore
Guitar/ Songwriter/ Bass/ Keys – Charlie Bellmore

Live Lineup:
Vocals – Keith Buckley
Drums – Nick Bellmore
Bass – Sean Vallie
Guitar – Craig Vittori

  • Recorded and mixed by Nick Bellmore at Dexters Lab Recording in Milford, CT
  • Assistant Engineer William Hayes
  • Mastered by Randy Merrill at Sterling Sound
  • Additional vocals recorded by Anthony Potenza
  • All songs written by Keith Buckley, Nick Bellmore and Charlie Bellmore.
  • Art Direction & Design by Nick Steinhardt & Ryan Sanders for 23in
  • Produced by Nick Bellmore
  • Executive Producer Jamey Jasta

More info: Official Website – Facebook – X – Instagram – YouTube – Apple Music – Spotify