UADA Unveil New Music Video for ‘Retraversing the Void’, North American Tour Kicks Off This Week

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Enigmatic black metal masters UADA are now unveiling a mind-bending new music video for the song, “Retraversing the Void,” which is taken from the band’s latest full-length, ‘Crepuscule Natura.’ The evocative clip can be found at THIS LOCATION.

UADA comments, “Originally filmed in 2021 and then re-filmed in 2023, the story of ‘Retraversing the Void’ spins light on the ever-old cliche’ tale of rising from the fall. 

“As life is full of ups and downs, it is of utmost importance to remember our worth, dedication, and inner potential so that we may understand the universes plan in guiding us along our path. 

“While it may be common to feel lost from time to time, we must know we are always where we are meant to be in order to learn from the experiences life presents. 

“We hope the symbolism within provides an awakening analogy of opening our perception to the balance of all things as well as the ability to listen to the greater powers (be it the higher-self, an ancestral messenger, or perhaps a deity known as one of many gods) who often speak upon deaf ears. 

“We are all the substance that is and ever was.”

Stream / order / download at https://ffm.bio/uada

The video comes just in time to kick off UADA’s upcoming Western U.S. tour! The band will be supporting ROTTING CHRIST in the Pacific Northwest and Canada from March 25 – April 1. UADA will be book-ending the trek with a run of headlining shows from March 22 – March 24 on the West Coast and then will hit the Midwest from April 3 – April 7. ABIGAIL WILLIAMS will be support on all dates while DEATH SUPPORT will join the final leg. The full itinerary can be found below!

In addition, UADA will also be appearing at Milwaukee Metal Fest on Friday, May 17.

‘Crepuscule Natura,’ was released worldwide on September 8, 2023 via Eisenwald and is available HERE. The album was named among the best albums of 2023 by Knotfest, This Day in Metal, Riff Riot, Metal Sucks, Metal Hammer Germany, and many others!

UADA North American Tour Dates 2024:

(w/ Abigail Williams):
03/22: Eugene, OR @ John Henry’s
03/23: Santa Cruz, CA @ The Blue Lagoon
03/24: San Francisco, CA @ Neck of the Woods

(w/ Rotting Christ + Abigail Williams):
03/25: Portland, OR @ Bossanova Ballroom
03/26: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon
03/27: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theater
03/29: Calgary, AB @ Dickens
03/30: Edmonton, AB @ Starlite Room
03/31: Regina, SK @ The Exchange
04/01: Winnipeg, MB @ Park Theater

(w/ Abigail Williams + Death Support)
04/03: Fargo, ND @ The Aquarium
04/04: Bismark, ND @ Amvets
04/05: Billings, MT @ Thirsty Street Brewing
04/06: Bozeman, MT @ Fillings Station
04/07: Missoula, MT @ Monks Bar

U.S. Festival Appearances:
05/17: Milwaukee, WI @ Milwaukee Metal Fest

The album artwork for ‘Crepuscule Natura’ was created by Kris Verwimp.

Tracklist:

  1. The Abyss Gazing Back (07:50)
  2. Crepuscule Natura (06:38)
  3. The Dark (Winter) (07:31) [LISTEN]
  4. Retraversing the Void (07:44) [WATCH]
  5. Through the Wax and Through the Wane (12:03)

Ever since the cloaked Pacific Northwest band appeared on the music radar, UADA has always been electrified by both polar worlds. Their echelon was stark and meaningful. Within the stretch of three albums as well as dense and triumphant live shows across the globe, they have not only spiked the map of extreme metal music but their unrelenting touring schedule and unbridled will to push forward into new horizons has also earned them a reception in all the extremes imaginable, be it worship or spite.

Five sonic vessels form the nucleus of ‘Crepuscule Natura,’ and within it`s 41 minutes, the record easily creates a sonic and aesthetic bridge between the band`s debut, ‘Devoid of Light’ (2016), and their sophomore effort ‘Cult of a Dying Sun’ (2018), only to forge onward upon the relentless path set forth with ‘Djinn’ (2020). Here, a more refined and muscular, yet no less melodic stronghold awaits. On ‘Crepuscule Natura,’ UADA provides all their memorable hooks, tasteful leads, and riding blasts in their distinct style, balancing their epic surging melodies with powerful spurts of aggression. Just like the band’s smoke-heavy shows, the momentum and emphasis of their craft always stays grandiose, mythical, and triumphant – all the while making sure to birth a couple of new fan favorites and soon-to-be staple live songs.

‘Crepuscule Natura’, once again graced by the artwork of legendary Kris Verwimp and photography by Peter Beste, shows UADA on fire to unleash the marrow of black heavy metal.

Album Credits:
All music by UADA
Mixed and Mastered by Jake Superchi at Obsidian Spells
Album Cover & Moon emblem by Kris Verwimp
Photography by Peter Beste
Layout by Valkenstijn
Released via Eisenwald

Follow/Stream UADA: BANDCAMP – OFFICIAL WEBSITE – FACEBOOK – INSTAGRAM – SPOTIFY – APPLE MUSIC – YOUTUBE – WEBSTORE

SELBST Presents Second Song ‘When True Loneliness is Experienced’ from Upcoming Album

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“Despondency Chord Progressions“, the latest masterwork from Latin American Black Metal band SELBST, will be released on April 19th. Part-recorded at the fittingly named Unpleasant Records in Santiago, Chile, the new album consists of seven dynamic compositions which blend introspection and aggression with a mind-altering sense of melody.

As another pre-release taster, SELBST now unveils a second new track from the impending full-length. ‘When True Loneliness is Experienced‘ is a vast and hypnotically engrossing Black Metal soundscape, showcasing the artistic virtuosity of main-composer N. The piece gradually builds in intensity, from an opening of plaintive guitar melodies into crystalline chant-like vocals, vigorous riffing and thunderous drumming.

N comments:

“I couldn’t recall the exact moment when I started developing it because, for me, composition is a very gradual process. I think everything started with the main riff from the intro. Then, I was very inspired by the band CAMEL, a classic. I wasn’t intentionally trying to copy anything from them, but I remember being deeply touched by those guitar solo tones. The guitar is a very magical instrument for me; I just love it, and I wish I could do so much more with it, so for me, it can evoke all kinds of feelings, plenty of reflection. That’s why the intro of this song is very singular in comparison with the rest of the pieces of the album and to the overall feeling of the song. Music allows you to play with moods and sensations by manipulating tempos, intensities, tunings, chords… And this is something that, with my limited knowledge, I am pleased to portray.

The two tracks released in advance certainly show much of what is contained in the album, but not its entirety. I have taken more vocal risks, even achieving things I never thought possible before, as in my previous album, where I had to invite someone to sing certain parts. It’s interesting that those who listen to this album knowing my previous work may feel that they have been growing and maturing musically with me. Music is a constant process of learning and evolving, and sometimes artists are not very willing to embrace it.“

Lyrically, ‘When True Loneliness is Experienced‘ resonates with the band’s long-established melancholy aesthetic, as N elucidates:

“We all are born and die alone. And for much of our lives, many of us will truly be alone for long periods. But by this, I mean much more than just momentary or occasional physical loneliness; here I refer to the feeling of being so tremendously and bitterly alone that, no matter how many individuals you may have around you, you never truly feel reflected in anyone, which only isolates and feeds your self-contempt. And this is due to your own alienated nature, which does not allow you to feel any deep and hopeful closeness.“

In addition, do immerse yourself in the earlier released album track, ‘Chant Of Self Confrontation‘, available here with its accompanying video:

SELBST‘s third album, “Despondency Chord Progressions,” is set for release on April 19th across multiple formats – CD, vinyl, tape, and digital. A new t-shirt design will accompany the launch. Pre-orders are available through the label’s EU, US (no merch), and Bandcamp stores.

SELBST was formed 2010 in Venezuela by multi-instrumentalist/lyricist N and vocalist Frozen, releasing their initial demo “Veritas Filia Temporis” shortly afterwards. In 2016 N moved to Chile to search out new collaborators and opportunities. The resultant self-titled full-length, featuring vocals by N. Onfray of ANIMUS MORTIS, was released in 2017 to great underground acclaim.

In 2018 N became SELBST‘s lead vocalist and the project turned into a fully-fledged live band, taking to the stage for the first time as the next step of their evolution. The band unleashed second album, “Relatos de Angustia“, in 2020 – a universally praised, deep and challenging record which rewarded repeat listens.

SELBST subsequently honed their artistry and the band’s evolution into a formidable live act was marked by the 2023 digital release of live album, “Vortex Of Anguish And Death“.

As SELBST reaches its 14th year, visionary N is now poised to reveal the band’s third and most compelling album yet. Titled “Despondency Chord Progressions,” this landmark release will emerge on April 19th through Debemur Morti Productions and further refines the intricate, shadowy depths of their already sophisticated sound.

HARPYIE Release New Single And Video ‘Ikonoklast’

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German Folk-Metal-Band HARPYIE release “Ikonoklast”, the first single from the forthcoming new studio album “Voodoo”, to be released on October 25th via Metalville Records.

Harpyie – the continuously up-and-coming folk metal band from East Westphalia has played its way into the hearts of the German metal community with its authenticity and consistently individual approach.

Whether at the Wacken Open Air or the Summerbreeze, the five rebels have thrilled the young and genre-breaking target group as well as the traditional metal fans.

With their last album, Harpyie also made it into the German album charts with a fabulous 34th place – and proved it: Folk metal from Germany is just as suitable for the mainstream. 

With their new album “Voodoo”, which has now been announced, they are continuing on this path. The first single “Ikonoklast” is a rebellious anthem for individualism and humanity.  

The band impresses with a modern and much fresher look than before. Harpyie have cast off their medieval shackles and are entering a new era in their history.

In a combination of strong NuMetal sounds, pop elements and modern sound elements, the five musicians give “Voodoo” a powerful, cool and danceable charm – which can keep up with any modern top chart production. 

https://www.harpyien.de/
https://www.facebook.com/harpyien
https://www.instagram.com/harpyieband
https://twitter.com/harpyieofficial
https://www.youtube.com/channel/HarpyieTube
https://www.twitch.tv/harpyie_official
https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/artist/6Z48DAdZXTdQ65IiDAyKRC

THRESHOLD Announce European Tour Dates in October 2024

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THRESHOLD are coming back to Europe in 2024!

Guitarist Karl Groom comments: “After our initial ‘Dividing Lines’ shows, we wanted to find something inspiring to go out with this year. We came up with the history of Threshold, playing at least one song from each of our 12 albums, along with more from the latest releases. This is something that really excited the band and we can’t wait to see everyone in October.”

09.10. BE Ittre – Zik Zak
10.10. CH Pratteln – Z7
11.10. DE Aschaffenburg – Colos Saal
12.10. NL Zoetermeer – Boerderij
13.10. BE Bilzen – South of Heaven
15.10. DE Munich – Feierwerk
16.10. DE Stuttgart – Im Wizemann
17.10. DE Neunkirchen – Stummsche Reithalle
18.10. DE Essen – Turock
19.10. NL Helmond – Cacaofabriek 

Ticket links: https://www.eventim.de/artist/threshold/  (for German dates!) and https://www.thresh.net/

Formed in leafy Surrey in the late ‘80s, THRESHOLD truly blossomed in the following decade, and swiftly established themselves as the UK’s chief progressive metal standard bearers. From 1993’s Wounded Land debut onwards, the enduring creative core of guitarist Karl Groom and keyboard maestro Richard West constructed a unique new strain of heavy, progressive music, combining incisive melodies, thought-provoking lyrics and intricate but thunderous arrangements. THRESHOLD have marched inexorably forward across three decades of creative fervour, arguably hitting a new peak of potency on the conceptual and musical splurge of 2017’s Legends Of The Shires.

With Glynn Morgan back in the fold, the Brits’ enduring line-up of Groom, West, drummer Johanne James and bassist Steve Anderson somehow pushed themselves to new heights, receiving widespread acclaim and finding themselves in more demand than ever before.

Following up a newly-minted classic was always going to present THRESHOLD with a challenge, but the band’s twelfth studio album swiftly confirms that the challenge has been met. Darker, heavier and even more adventurous than its predecessor, Dividing Lines, reveals a band with a lot on their collective mind, while also boasting some of the most wildly inventive and melodically potent material they have ever recorded.

Alberto Rigoni’s SUNSET GROOVE SOCIETY Unleash Electrifying Debut Single + Video ‘Meta Funk’, Out Now

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The wait is over! Epictronic’s newest sensation, SUNSET GROOVE SOCIETY, is on the brink of shaking the pop-rock world with their groundbreaking debut single and video “Meta Funk, released today, March 18th!

A Dynamic Duo Like No Other! Meet the powerhouse team: a bass wizard with a knack for business law, and a singer with a voice that bends genres. Together, they’re launching an audacious project that melds pop, funk, and dance in an unprecedented way.

Listen to “Meta Funk” on all major digital platforms at https://orcd.co/metafunk

Catch the video premiere here:

From Metal Roots to Funky Beats! Drawing from their heavy metal and progressive backgrounds, Sunset Groove Society crafts a sound that’s all their own. “Meta Funk” is more than just a song – it’s a fusion of groovy rhythms and vibrant energy, complete with a thrilling music video. This isn’t just music; it’s a sensation that will captivate audiences everywhere!

Leading the Charge: Alberto Rigoni! Celebrated for his awe-inspiring talent in BAD AS and the Vivaldi Metal Project, and known for collaborations with stars like Kim Bingham, Rigoni’s 45-record discography is a testament to his musical mastery. Joining forces with him is the extraordinary Mattia Martin, famed for his work with Nova Luna and BAD AS.

Stay on the Pulse of Sunset Groove Society! Don’t miss a beat of their exhilarating journey and the much-anticipated release of “Meta Funk.” Dive into their world at the Sunset Groove Society official website: https://sunsetgroovesociety.com.

More on Alberto Rigoni:

Alberto Rigoni (soloist, BAD AS, Sunset Groove Society, Natural Born Machine, Bassists Alliance Project, Vivaldi Metal Project, The Italians, Kim Bingham)

Born in 1981, Alberto Rigoni is an Italian bass player, composer and producer, internationally known for his career as a solo artist and as a member of the metal band BAD As, The Italians, Natural Born Machines Lady & THE BASS, co-producer of the Vivaldi Metal Project and member of progressive rock band TwinSpirits (no more active).

Between 2008 and 2022 Alberto has released worldwide 11 solo album (Something Different, Rebirth, Three Wise Monkeys, Overloaded, BASSORAMA, Duality, EvoRevolution, Prog Injection, Odd Times, For the Love of Bass, Songs for Souls, Grains of Sands ), spanning from progressive rock metal to fusion. His albums also featured legendary musicians such as Jeff Scott Soto (Journey, Sons of Apollo, etc.), Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater) Kevin Moore (ex Dream Theater), Gavin Harrison (Porcupine Tree, King Crimson), Marco Minnemann (the Aristocrats), Göran Edman (ex Yngwie Malmsteen), Michael Manring, Nathan East, Leland Sklar and many others.

Alberto has been featured on the cover of magazine such as Bass Magazine (Japan), Bass Musician Magazine (USA), Bajos Y Bajistas (Spain), Basistas (Poland), TOP BASS (Poland). Moreover, on March 2015 the prestigious Bass Guitar Magazine (UK) released Alberto’s CD anthology called “Into THE BASS”.

In 2016 founded a new metal band called BADASS (now called BAD As) with which released four albums (More Pain More Gain, Midnight Curse and Crucified Society, Fight The Demons.
In 2019 founded a new AOR band called “Natural Born Machine” featuring famous Pink Cream 69 singer David Readman. Their debut album “Human” has been released on February 19th 2021 by Pride and Joy Music.

Alberto has also recorded for several international artists such as Italian pop singer Alexia and producers such as Hiro Furuya (Elton John, Eric Clapton, etc.) and he is also playing bass for Canadian rock singer and songwriter Kim Bingham (ex-Nelly Furtado) and The Italians.

Alberto played live with his bands or as soloist in Europe sharing stages with artists such as Alan Parson, Suzanne Vega, Jørn Lande, Paul Gilbert, Vinnie Moore and others.

Collaboration as demonstrator/influencer/artist: Fender, Jackson, Music Man, Sadowsky, Schecter, Cort, Warwick, D’Addario strings, HipShot, Nordstrand Pickups, Peterson Tuners, Sonuus, Gruv Gear, RME Audio (Midiware), DarkGlass Electronics pedals, Rheingold Music cables, Waves Audio, Dynaudio

Past brands: Aguilar Amplification, Ashdown Engineering

More information at:
BAND: http://www.albertorigoni.net | http://albertorigoni.bandcamp.com | http://www.facebook.com/albertorigonimusic | https://www.badas.rocks | https://sunsetgroovesociety.com
MANAGEMENT: https://www.facebook.com/SplitScreenManagement | http://www.splitscreenproduction.com

NOCTICULA RESURGET to Release New Album “Revenge” on April 4th

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It will be released on April 4th, in digital format and already available in physical format “REVENGE”, the brand new masterpiece signed by NOCTICULA RESURGET! The record, will also be featured on Wanikiya Record’s shop stores in Japan and in showcase on Crash Sound Distribution! An album that needs no introduction! Magical, penetrating, captivating atmospheres, ready to enter your mind! But the important thing is….are you ready to open the doors of your mind to Nocticula Resurget?

Formed in 1994 under the name Nocticula from an idea of Boris Hunter, former drummer of Death SS, and Jacopo Orlando (Amok) bass and vocals, involving musicians Luciano Zella (Megerah Z) and Enrico Paoli (Angakok) on guitars in the project. They debuted with the demotape Nocticula containing four tracks, Creep shadows creep, Madness Network, No Nightmare, Hellhound. Unfortunately, 1994’s Nocticula had no way to perform live, and the project thus came to its conclusion within a short time. In September 2019 the project restarted under the name Nocticula Resurget. The only original member remains Boris Hunter, the role of the vocal bassist is split with two new members, the guitarists are also replaced. The band decides to reprise the songs from the 1994 demo but replacing the lyrics. Thus was born a collaboration with two Florentine writers, Iole Troccoli and Alberto Pestelli, who began writing a series of poems, later collected in “Another Sun, Another Moon.”

The eight poems are the basis for working out the lyrics for the old and nascent songs that will give birth to the concept album Revenge; a sadly well-known story of the witchcraft persecution of innocent young women. During the first phase of recording at the turn of 2020-2021, a lineup change occurs with the replacement of guitarists forcing the re-recording of guitar parts already done. During the writing of the new songs the band realizes that a female voice is also needed, so a friend of the band is contacted to play the role of Nocticula. After a year and a half of processing Revenge comes to light. During the post-production a friend of the band as well as the voice of Radio Facciamo Valere il Metallo Italiano who was looking forward to the work with strong curiosity passes away; for this reason the entire album is dedicated to the memory of Francesco Yggrasill Fallico.

The whole album is entirely self-produced, recorded in the band’s studio by Amok while editing, mixing and mastering was done at Samuele Sarti’s Wave studio in Fiesole (FI). Photographs for the album were also taken in the band’s studio set up as a studio for the occasion. Two of the new members adopt the name of the old characters Amok (on bass) and Angakok (on guitar), on vocals and second guitar the characters of Secutor and Ordnas are born, respectively.

Drums – Boris Hunter
Guitar, Backing
Vocals – Angakok
Guitars – Ordnas
Bass – Amok
Lead Vocals – Secutor Female Vocals

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