HARM’S WAY Announce European + UK Summer Tour

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 23, 2024
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Chicago’s HARM’S WAY is pleased to announce a European tour kicking off at Copenhell next month. Check below for full dates and routing.

HARM’S WAY
21/06/24 DK – Copenhagen – Copenhell
22/06/24 DE – Gräfenhainichen – Full Force Festival
23/06/24 DE – Braunschweig – Kufa Haus
24/06/24 DE – München – Backstage
25/06/24 DE – Osnabrück – Bastard Club
26/06/24 GR – Athens – AN Club
27/06/24 DE – Köln – Gebäude 9
28/06/24 FR – Clisson – Hellfest
29/06/24 NL – Ysselsteyn – Jera on Air
30/06/24 UK – Manchester – Outbreak Festival
01/07/24 UK – London – The Underworld
02/07/24 DE – Saarbrücken – Loose Club
03/07/24 DE – Hamburg – Monkeys Music Club
04/07/24 DE – Berlin – SO36
05/07/24 CZ – Velké Meiříčí – Fajtfest
06/07/24 FR – Notre-Dame-d’Oé – Riip Fest
07/07/24 BE – Ieper – Ieper Hardcore Fest

“We’re heading back to the EU/UK this summer for the first time in 5 years and can’t wait to be back!” comments the band that just unleashed a video for “Terrorizer.” The track comes by way of the band’s critically lauded Common Suffering full-length, released last Fall via Metal Blade Records.

Watch HARM’S WAY‘s “Terrorizer” video HERE.

If you missed it, be sure to check out HARM’S WAY‘s exclusive Audio Tree performance of “Undertow” and “Terrorizer” recorded live on November 19th, 2023 at Bohemian National Cemetery in Chicago HERE.

HARM’S WAY will play this year’s edition of Sound And Fury Fest before joining Hatebreed and Carcass on a month-long North American Fall tour with additional support provided by Crypta. See all confirmed dates below.

HARM’S WAY
7/13-14/2024 Sound And Fury Fest @ Exposition Park – Los Angeles, CA
w/ Hatebreed, Carcass, Crypta:
9/26/2024 State Theatre – Portland, ME
9/27/2024 House of Blues – Boston, MA
9/28/2024 Terminal 5 – New York, NY
9/29/2024 MTELUS – Montreal, QC
9/30/2024 Rebel – Toronto, ON
10/2/2024 Agora Theatre – Cleveland, OH
10/3/2024 Royal Oak Music Theatre – Royal Oak, MI
10/7/2024 Bogart’s – Cincinnati, OH
10/8/2024 Roxian Theatre – McKees Rocks, PA
10/10/2024 Pop’s – Sauget, IL
10/11/2024 Diamond Ballroom – Oklahoma City, OK
10/12/2024 Vibes Event Center – San Antonio, TX
10/14/2024 The Van Buren – Phoenix, AZ
10/15/2024 The Wiltern – Los Angeles, CA
10/16/2024 Riverside Municipal Auditorium – Riverside, CA
10/18/2024 Roseland Theater – Portland, OR
10/19/2024 Vogue Theatre – Vancouver, BC
10/20/2024 Showbox SoDo – Seattle, WA
10/22/2024 The Complex – Salt Lake City, UT
10/23/2024 Fillmore Auditorium – Denver, CO
10/24/2024 Uptown Theater – Kansas City, MO
10/25/2024 Marathon Music Works – Nashville, TN
10/26/2024 Piedmont Hall – Greensboro, NC
10/27/2024 The NorVa – Norfolk, VA

For nearly two decades, HARM’S WAY has evolved from whispered underground favorites to their own globally adored force with an arsenal of songs that helped shape heavy music’s trajectory creating a roadmap for legions interested in “reinventing” themselves“. HARM’S WAY has never stayed complacent and constantly morphed, shape-absorbing and reapplying influences in new and creative ways to create some of the most well-executed songs in hardcore, punk and metal.

And yet, considering the changeling that they and their previous efforts are, Common Suffering is easily the most musically diverse undertaking in their catalog. The album beams with incredibly memorable riffs, breakdowns, and impeccable songwriting. The title is a clear nod to the collective experiences of the past three years of chaos, misanthropy, paranoia, disorder, confusion, and anxiety, with the band exploring themes ranging from personal struggles with mental health, relationships, political upheaval, corruption, and political power.

The precision-guided cluster bombs contained within Common Suffering are just ten more reasons for HARM’S WAY fans to queue up to see one of the best and most vicious live shows on the planet. There, amongst the wide smiles, flailing arms and bodies pinballing off of the edges of the pit, is where the world will see just how singular and uncommon the new effort is.

Preview and purchase Common Suffering at: metalblade.com/harmsway

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TEMPLE WITCH Sign with Wormholedeath for Release of “Ocean Thousand, Mountain Thousand” Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 23, 2024
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Wormholedeath is thrilled to announce the partnership between TEMPLE WITCH, the groundbreaking doom rock metal trio, and the label. This union marks the dawn of a new era for Temple Witch as they prepare to unleash their album, “Ocean Thousand, Mountain Thousand”, set to drop on August 30, 2024.

The band stated: “We in Temple Witch are ecstatic to announce that we have signed a record label with WormHole Death Records. We are looking forward to a fruitful partnership and are absolutely thrilled to pursue this next stage in our musical journey.
Now partnered with WormHoleDeath Records, Temple Witch will release our second full-length album: Ocean Thousand, Mountain Thousand. The album fully and vividly expresses Temple Witch’s explorative branch of doom metal, scratching that doom metal itch, while simultaneously offering a far broader soundscape to experience, with long hard-hitting chords and ethereal riffs to enscorcel you.

Ocean Thousand, Mountain Thousand confronts personal loss, desperate confusion, and loneliness, and perhaps most importantly, the album discusses change and the growth that comes as a result.
During the writing of Ocean Thousand, Mountain Thousand Temple Witch was inspired by many great artists, including SubRosa, BleakHeart, YOB, and Spotlights, among others. Conceptually, we were inspired by ancient philosophies, such as Taoism and Stoicism, and their application in day-to-day life. Our goal with Ocean Thousand, Mountain Thousand, with all of our music, is to relate to as many people on this earth as we can, letting others – and ourselves in the process- be assured that they are not alone with their pain. Moreover, together in our creativity, we can understand one another.”

1. Ocean Thousand
2. Knew It Once
3. This Too Shall Pass
4. Chase Tigers Away
5. Other Things
6. Motion

Immerse yourself in Temple Witch’s sonic universe with a sneak peek of their unique sound through the music video for “Knew It Once”:

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, songwriter and guitarist Andy Russell joined forces with drummer Johno Benedik, sparking the birth of Temple Witch. Their musical chemistry flourished, leading to the creation of a stoner/doom metal band. With the addition of bassist Jacob Jones, the trio swiftly embarked on recording their debut album, “Hand In Hand With Chaos,” released in June 2021.

Following the success of “Hand In Hand With Chaos,” Temple Witch embarked on a journey of growth and achievement. They secured their first management deal with Extreme Management Group Inc. and garnered endorsements from industry leaders like DR Strings and InTune Guitar Picks, Inc. The band’s ventures included performances at the inaugural Apocalypse In The Desert festival in Las Vegas and tours along the United States’ east coast. In April 2023, Jacob and Andy found themselves in need of a drummer. After a handful of auditions, they met with a fellow Northeast Ohian musician; Jacob Wherley of Emerald Rage. Their connection was immediate and Jacob Wherley was welcomed into fold.

Also in May of 2023, Temple Witch signed our first record label with WormHoleDeath Records. Since then, the band has been tirelessly preparing for the release of our second album Ocean Thousand, Mountain Thousand. Temple Witch, not simply a catchy title, but a reference to the body and spirit. As a band, the goal was to write songs that tackle philosophical and, at times, existential matters. The word ‘Temple’ as a nod to body and mind; the word ‘Witch’ a reference the the shadow within all of us.

Temple Witch’s ultimate aim transcends fame and fortune. Their mission as artists is to connect with audiences on a profound level, leaving a positive imprint with their music. Whether it’s moving one listener or captivating a crowd of thousands, they view music as a pure form of communication. Their ambition extends globally, aspiring to reach audiences across cities and countries, touching the lives of millions.

Temple Witch’s message is not overly complicated. It is this: though we may not all understand one another, we all share the experience of being; the beauty, the wonder, the terrible suffering, and the utter cluelessness. The band doesn’t wish to make any sort of final or conclusive statements other than they know very well what it’s like to be human, and to that all people can relate, and that is what Temple Witch writes about.

Temple Witch is:

Andy Russell – guitar/vocals
Jacob Jones – bass
Jacob Wherley – drums

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Temple Witch is not just a band; it’s a beacon of authenticity in a world hungry for genuine connections. With “Ocean Thousand, Mountain Thousand,” they invite you to join them on a transformative journey through the depths of human experience. Prepare to be enchanted, empowered, and forever changed.

HOLLER Release ‘Falling Apart’ Video

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 23, 2024
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HOLLER have released a video for “Falling Apart”, fourth single taken from the debut album “Reborn” released on March 22nd by Scarlet Records.

Video by High Sky Record

Brooklyn-born singer and songwriter Terence Holler went solo in 2022, leaving the band he co-founded 31 years ago: international acclaimed prog metal titans Eldritch.

Growing up with a steady diet of Billy Joel, Elton John, Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Monkees, Bay City Rollers, Journey, Boston, Toto, Bruce Springsteen, Kiss and Bon Jovi, these are the main influences he brought in his new project simply called Holler.

When a man loves a woman, and when the woman loves him too… but they can’t be together: a story you have already heard, but you have never heard this one yet.

Holler sings about the greatest love of his life (music? Or that special lady?), through thirteen emotional, refined and cool FM rock songs. A roller-coaster of feelings and moods that are sometimes contradictory but always damn engaging!

artwork by Luca “Zeero” Zironi

“Reborn” tracklist:

  1. Do You Believe
  2. I Don’t Want
  3. Music Is The One
  4. Into Me Forever
  5. Those Eyes
  6. Falling Apart
  7. Wrong Words
  8. Don’t Walk Away
  9. Invisible Man
  10. How Long
  11. Without You
  12. Within Me
  13. Yulia

Holler:
Terence Holler – lead & backing vocals
Denis Chimenti – guitars, backing vocals
Matteo Chimenti – keyboards, backing vocals
Leonardo Peruzzi – bass, backing vocals
Alex Gasperini – drums

More information here.

AMMIFY Drop Lyric Video ‘The Truth Will Set You Free’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 22, 2024
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“The Truth Will Set You Free” is a track taken from AMMIFY’s upcoming album “Lost, Not Hiding”, due for digital release on June 14th, 2024 via Wormholedeath.

“Lost, Not Hiding” combines vivid, storytelling lyrics with powerful, evocative music, creating a unique style that the band’s defines as Cinemetal.

AMMIFY is:
Ammy Phoenix – Vocals
Pete Renzullo – Music

AMMIFY Online:
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BEAUTIFUL SKELETONS Release Lyric Video ‘Victim Loop’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 22, 2024
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“Victim Loop” is a track taken from Beautiful Skeletons’ EP Temperance, out via Wormholedeath. Watch the video below.

Beautiful Skeletons, a Pacific Northwest alt-metal band formed in 2018 by Einar Einarsson and Tina Firefly, endured pandemic setbacks before gaining momentum in 2022 under management with Paul Crosby. Their explosive live performances and EP releases, including “Vegvisir” and upcoming “Temperance,” have propelled them to local acclaim, leading to a signing with WormHoleDeath Records and promising prospects for 2024, including international festival appearances.

Temperance” EP represents the next stage in the evolution of their musical style, venturing into a more experimental and progressive form of metal.

Video by: Volume Agency

Beautiful Skeletons Online:
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www.instagram.com/beautiful_skeletons_band
www.tiktok.com/@beautiful_skeletons
www.youtube.com/@BeautifulSkeletonsband
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AS I LAY DYING Release First New Single in Five Years ‘Burden’ + Announce 2024 European Headline Tour

Posted by tarjavirmakari on May 22, 2024
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[photo credit: Ben Alexis]

AS I LAY DYING fans – the wait is finally over!

Well into their two-decade career and with seven albums under their belt, the Grammy nominated five piece metalcore unit is back with a bludgeoning, unmissable new anthem, “Burden”, out now via Napalm Records. Premiering with a high energy music video, “Burden” boasts gripping energy, charging in with the band’s trademark breakneck intensity, soaring choruses and ingenious guitar soloing.

This track is just a taste of what’s to come from the band’s next official release, and further bolsters the proven line-up of vocalist Tim Lambesis and guitarist Phil Sgrosso alongside recent newcomers Ryan Neff, Nick Pierce and Ken Susi. “Burden” was co-produced by Phil Sgrosso and Hiram Hernandez, mixed by Aaron Chaparian and mastered by Ted Jensen. 

The track release coincides with today’s announcement of AS I LAY DYING‘s 2024 European headline tour, beginning this fall! The “Through Storms Ahead Tour” kicks off on November 15, 2024 in Würzburg, Germany and will trek through several more countries such as France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Sweden and Norway, coming to an end on December 15 in Oberhausen, Germany. The tour will feature support from Caliban, Decapitated and Left to Suffer. Tickets for this unrelenting line-up go on sale this Friday, May 24 at 11:00AM CET – don’t miss your chance to witness these unforgettable performances. For tickets, merchandise and more information, visit http://www.asilaydying.com.

See below for the new music video, tour information and what the band has to say about both!

Stream & Download “Burden” HERE – [Single artwork by Corey Meyers]

THROUGH STORMS AHEAD EUROPE 2024
AS I LAY DYING
w/ Caliban, Decapitated, Left to Suffer

15.11.24 Würzburg, Germany @ Posthalle
16.11.24 Prague, Czech Republic @ Sasazu
18.11.24 Gothenburg, Sweden @ Film Studios
19.11.24 Oslo, Norway @ Rockefeller
21.11.24 Helsinki, Finland @ Kulttuuritalo
23.11.24 Stockholm,Sweden @ Fållan
24.11.24 Copenhagen, Denmark @ Amager Bio
25.11.24 Berlin, Germany @ Huxleys 
26.11.24 Warsaw, Poland @ Progresja
27.11.24 Budapest, Hungary @ Barba Negra
28.11.24 Vienna, Austria @ Gasometer
29.11.24 Munich, Germany @ Zenith
30.11.24 Milan, Italy @ Alcatraz
01.12.24 Rome, Italy @ Orion
03.12.24 Zürich, Switzerland @ Xtra
04.12.24 Lyon, France @ Transbordeur
05.12.24 Barcelona, Spain @ Razzmatazz
06.12.24 Madrid, Spain @ Riviera
08.12.24 Paris, France @ Trianon
09.12.24 Saarbrücken, Germany @ E-Werk
10.12.24 Brussels, Belgium @ AB
11.12.24 Amsterdam, Netherlands @ Melkweg 
13.12.24 Hamburg, Germany @ Inselpark Arena
14.12.24 Leipzig, Germany @ Haus Auensee
15.12.24 Oberhausen, Germany @ Turbinenhalle

(Caliban & Decapitated to rotate depending on market)

AS I LAY DYING’s Phil Sgrosso says about the track and video:

“It’s a pretty special moment for us to finally share some new music! ‘Burden’ was originally inspired by a guitar melody I wrote years ago on an old demo, thinking that it was lost for good in the demo abyss. It wasn’t until Tim dug it up and was inspired to shape a new song idea for it. The collaboration process with our co-producer Hiram Hernandez and new members brought new life to not only the song but the band as a whole, as we faced this new creative chapter together. Musically, we feel that ‘Burden’ represents a familiar part of our melodic history combined with a modern sense of energy and aggression. We really pushed ourselves to expand our musical capabilities in every department. We look forward to the addition of ‘Burden’ into our live show as well as introducing more music we’ve been working hard on over the past few years. Stay tuned.

It was a phenomenal experience working with Tom Flynn on the video for ‘Burden’. We were fans of his creative approach to modern music videos and could sense his high level of enthusiasm to deliver a video that would match the intensity of the song. He completely knocked it out of the park capturing the band performance and shaping a captivating concept which we will expand further into the release of our second single release…”
Sgrosso adds about the European tour:

“Europe has become a second home to us so we always look forward to returning for a ‘go big and go hard’ headline tour. Traveling alongside us will be Germany’s very own Caliban, Poland’s finest death metal legends Decapitated, and the pummeling Left to Suffer. Each show will be a night to celebrate heavy music with the fans, let’s make it a memorable one together.”

Before heading out on their European tour, AS I LAY DYING will lay waste to the USA with a stacked summer headline tour, featuring support from Chelsea Grin and Entheos. See below for all currently confirmed tour dates!

USA SUMMER 2024
AS I LAY DYING
w/ Chelsea Grin, Entheos

7/09/24 Santa Cruz, CA @ The Catalyst
07/10/24 Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades
07/12/24 Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater
07/13/24 Tacoma, WA @ Temple Theatre
07/14/24 Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory
07/15/24 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex
07/16/24 Denver, CO @ Summit
07/17/24 Kansas City, MO @ The Truman
07/19/24 Grand Rapids, MI @ Upheaval/The Intersection
07/20/24 Mansfield, OH @ INKcarceration
07/21/24 Chicago, IL @ House Of Blues
07/23/24 Albany, NY @ Empire Live
07/24/24 New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
07/25/24 Philadelphia, PA @ Theater of The Livings Arts
07/26/24 Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore
07/27/24 Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa
07/29/24 Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore
07/30/24 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
07/31/24 St. Petersburg, FL@ Jannus Landing
08/02/24 Houston, TX @ House Of Blues
08/03/24 Dallas, TX @ The Factory in Deep Ellum
08/04/24 San Antonio, TX @ Vibes Event Center
08/06/24 Albuquerque, NM @ El Rey Theater
08/07/24 Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
08/08/24 Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco
08/10/24 San Diego, CA The Observatory Northpark
09/22/24 Worcester, MA @ New England Hardcore & Metal Fest

AS I LAY DYING:
Tim Lambesis – vocals
Phil Sgrosso – guitar
Ryan Neff – bass/vocals
Ken Susi – guitar
Nick Pierce – drums
 
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