ANTICHRIST SIEGE MACHINE Unleash Music Video for New Single ‘Vanquishing Spirit’

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Richmond war metal duo ANTICHRIST SIEGE MACHINE will release their third full-length, ‘Vengeance of Eternal Fire,’ on April 19, 2024 via Profound Lore Records! The band is now unleashing the second single from the offering, “Vanquishing Spirit,” along with a vicious performance video! The clip was directed and edited by Dan Wagner and can be found at THIS LOCATION.

The band comments, ““The Antichrist Siege Machine reveals our next single from ‘Vengeance of Eternal Fire,’ “Vanquishing Spirit.” We are thankful to have worked with our longtime co-conspirator, Daniel Wagner to create the music video also presented with the single. An assault upon the believers, forced to bear witness to the power of hateful spirit!”

Pre-orders are now live for ‘Vengeance of Eternal Fire’ HERE.

n addition, ASM will be laying waste to North America on a spring run in support of 1349 and label-mates SPECTRAL WOUND along with SPIRIT POSSESSION. The trek will kick off on May 20 in Toronto, ON and will conclude on May 30 in Grand Rapids, MI. The full itinerary can be found below and tickets are now on sale!

Prior to the tour, ASM will be performing in Portland, OR on April 19 and Seattle, WA on April 20.

The band also recently announced a headlining record release show in their hometown of Richmond, VA on May 18, 2024 at The Warehouse.

The artwork for ‘Vengeance of Eternal Fire’ was created by Burney.

Tracklisting:

  1. Son Of Man
  2. Only Evil
  3. Piled Swine
  4. Sisera [WATCH]
  5. Cowering Lamb
  6. Prey Upon Them
  7. Vanquishing Spirit [WATCH]
  8. Scalding Enmity
  9. Lysergic War Psychosis
  10. Abyssal Hate

ANTICHRIST SIEGE MACHINE North American Tour Dates:
04/19: Portland, OR @ High Water Mark (w/ Spite, Porphyion, Cystic)
04/20: Seattle, WA @ Clock Out Lounge (w/ Spite, Enthronement, Cystic)
05/18: Richmond, VA @ The Warehouse Record Release Show

(w/ 1349, SPECTRAL WOUND, SPIRIT POSSESSION):
05/20: Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Palace
05/21: Montreal, QC @ Le Studio TD
05/22: Cambridge, MA @ Middle East / Downstairs
05/23: Brooklyn, NY @ The Meadows
05/25: Greensboro, NC @ Hangar 1819
05/26: Atlanta, GA @ Boggs Social & Supply **
05/28: Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop
05/29: Cincinnati, OH @ Legends Bar & Venue
05/30: Grand Rapids, MI @ Pyramid Scheme

**No Spirit Possession

As the mighty Evil has come to man, so has ANTICHRIST SIEGE MACHINE summoning the darkness with their third LP, ‘Vengeance Of Eternal Fire,’ set for release on April 19. Expanding upon the latent evil in their hearts and inspired by the prophecies of Old, ANTICHRIST SIEGE MACHINE cast their lot with the demons of Hell. Each track on ‘Vengeance Of Eternal Fire’ bears the banner of violence and chaos, furthering the duo’s commitment to utter brutality. 

ANTICHRIST SIEGE MACHINE have solidified support within the underground and after a highly successful touring cycle in support of their previous LP ‘Purifying Blade,’ the band will focus on the live assaults in co-ordinance with ‘Vengeance Of Eternal Fire.’ Following many sold out shows in the US and Europe, including multiple runs in the US on their own with multiple fest appearances (MDF, Psycho Las Vegas, NWTF, Mass Destruction, Destroying Texas to name some), several dates as direct support to Emperor, and US tour runs with bands such bands as Demilich and Miasmatic Necrosis. Also part of the ‘Purifying Blade’ campaign the band have conquered Europe on a UK/IRE tour with Full Of Hell, and a full European tour with labelmates Spirit Possession.

‘Vengeance Of Eternal Fire’ was recorded and mixed by Matt Michel at Viva Studio with vocal recording by Bob Quirk and mastering by Arthur Rizk. Album art by Burney.

ASM Lineup:
SB: Drums, Vocals
RZ: Guitars

Recording & Mixing: Matt Michel at Viva Studio with vocal recording by Bob Quirk
Mastering: Arthur Rizk

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FOUR STROKE BARON Announce New Album “Data Diamond”, Reveal Lead Single + Music Video ‘The Witch’

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Reno, NV’s FOUR STROKE BARON has today announced their fourth album, Data Diamond, set for release via Prosthetic Records on May 31. Alongside the announcement the progressive metal duo has also shared the lead single and music video, titled The Witch, the first part of a planned four videos that will eventually unravel Data Diamond‘s bloodthirsty anthology series.

Listen to The Witch via Apple Music, TIDAL, Deezer, Bandcamp and Spotify
Pre-order Data Diamond here.

Speaking on the album announcement, FOUR STROKE BARON comments: “When we get together, our entire writing process is to scream at each other and tap into a wavelength that we have no control over. Before anything is actually recorded, it has been sung, shouted, hummed, or beatboxed into existence.

“With Data Diamond, we have officially created the most efficient path from our mouths to an actual recorded body of work. There is no dumbing down, no overthinking, no compromising, no restrictions, and no rules, except for one. That rule is if you can’t hum a part you just heard after listening to it once, it’s no good.”

Of The Witch, the band adds: “When it comes to progressive music, there seems to be a fear of being too basic or digestible. If a song doesn’t have 20 different ideas and beat switches, it won’t make the cut. We took the opposite approach for The Witch and created a simple two riff song. That forced us to be creative and see how we could manipulate only two ideas to form something interesting that doesn’t sound too repetitive.”

The pair continue, on the music video: “Robert has discovered something ghastly in the deserts of Reno, Nevada. His business partner, William, is shocked to hear about this artifact and its implications. The Witch–an introduction to a four part series that will unfold each month–will leave you with more questions than answers. Who is Robert? Who is William? What did they find? Why is it casting such a dark shadow over humanity? And most importantly–why is it honking?”

Data Diamond is the sound of FOUR STROKE BARON at their most confidently unhinged. Originally conceived as two separate EPs (one purely electronic – Data, one heavy – Diamond) that would then meld together on one full length release, the idea morphed into what is now the succinct sucker punch of an album that is heading our way at speed.

Heavily inspired by their own work on Data Diamond’s predecessor, Classics, Witt and Vallarino got to work in their laboratory creating the most potent, concentrated form of FOUR STROKE BARON possible. “We love Classics, we think it’s one of the coolest albums ever”, the pair state unequivocally. If they have any criticism of their previous work it is simply that they didn’t push their own boundaries far enough, feeling like they took just a little too long to get to the point.

No such claim could be laid against Data Diamond – a dizzying sub-40 minute dive into the deranged psyches of its creators. The tracks on Data Diamond are lithe yet still allow enough room for idiosyncratic flourishes that mark this out as a true FOUR STROKE BARON opus. If Classics was a Man vs. Food belly busting plate of indulgence, Data Diamond is an upmarket Gordon Ramsay dish, served with a side of insanity. Finding a co-conspirator in Cynic’s Paul Masvidal, the trio get somewhat psychedelic on the album’s eponymous closing – and most expansive – track, which also features Vola’s Adam Janzi on drums.

Thematically, this is their most murderous anthology to date. Those who find themselves embroiled in these tales include a Radio Shack CEO, an internationally acclaimed cyborg, an accidental trafficker of human body parts, and the leader of a death cult located in a convenience store. FOUR STROKE BARON’s anomalous view of the world takes a particularly dark turn across the songs on Data Diamond, yet, as ever the macabre tragedies are dressed up with catchy melodies, pop hooks for days and a big shimmering bow of positivity.

Synths are a leading element across the length of the album, with more dark electronics seeping into the sound of the band than ever before – marking this out as the most experimental and intensely crazed the band have sounded to date. Samples recorded out in the wilds of Reno, Nevada weave their own kind of horror throughout the deliriously anthemic tunes laid down at FSB HQ, paving the way towards an incalculable future with limitless possibilities of where their minds will lead them next. It sure seems that they’re reaching a boiling point that will eventually tear a hole through spacetime. With this, their fourth full length, FOUR STROKE BARON has blossomed into the self-absorbed, wildly confident, musically deranged partnership that they were always destined to be – and it sounds incredible.

Data Diamond track list:

1. On Mute
2. Monday
3. The Witch
4. Cyborg Pt. 3 (Because I’m God)
5. VALLTT
6. Open The World
7. People In My Image
8. 1000 Threads
9. Data Diamond (Paul Masvidal and Adam Janzi)

FOUR STROKE BARON is:
Kirk Witt – guitar and vocals
Matt Vallarino – drums

DÅÅTH to Release “The Deceivers”, First New Full-Length in 14 Years, on May 3rd

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Lauded progressive death metal outfit DÅÅTH has emerged from its thirteen-year hiatus with a new album, The Deceivers, set for release May 3rd via Metal Blade Records.

The Deceivers is at once a devastating reminder and giant leap forward that showcases the technical wizardry and brutal intensity that the Atlanta, Georgia-bred band is capable of. Band founder/guitarist Eyal Levi has overseen an overhaul of the lineup, though importantly DÅÅTH still features force-of-nature vocalist Sean Zatorsky, who has fronted the band since 2007. Together they are now joined by Kerim “Krimh” Lechner on drums, Jesse Zuretti on orchestration and guitar, Rafael Trujillo on lead guitar, and David Marvuglio on bass.

“Now DÅÅTH is more orchestrated, more over the top. We have more melodies and they’re beautiful,” Levi says. That’s what The Deceivers is: Monstrously heavy but beautifully orchestrated, blessed with melodies that will haunt anybody fortunate enough to hear it. The nine tracks were produced by Levi, with Andrew Wade doing vocal production, John Douglass engineering, Jens Bogren mixing, and Tony Lindgren mastering.

Guest guitar solos are contributed across numerous tracks by Jeff Loomis (Nevermore, Arch Enemy), Mark Holcomb (Periphery), Dean Lamb (Archspire), Per Nilsson, (Scar Symmetry, Meshuggah), Spiro Dussias (Platonist), and Dan Sugarman (Ice Nine Kills), with renowned video game composer Mick Gordon (Doom Eternal) contributing sound design and synth to “Purified By Vengeance.”

The album title is the continuation of a theme that began with 2007’s The Hinderers and continued with 2009’s The Concealers. “Those titles are about the outside world,” Levi says. “They’re not about us. While they touch on the self-destruction and self-deception, we all occasionally fall victim to, this album is a scathing critique and exploration of certain societal elements. The deceivers and obstructers in life. Those who impede your progress through subterfuge and manipulation.“

That critique of the modern world is on full display in the single and video “Hex Unending,” which features the lyrics, “Cleanse me, Rid the malignancy, Commence deliverance, Severance, From this wretched hex unending.” “It’s about shedding skin, cleansing the old me; reinventing, and carving a new path vocally, physically, and mentally,” explains Zatorsky. “This song needed to be front and center on the record.”

Zuretti further elaborates, “‘Hex Unending’ is a track that combines all of the many eras of metal music at its peak — there’s catchiness, groove, power, virtuosity, and uncommon creativity coursing through its veins. It’s the sound of 2024 — it’s perfectly polished yet organic, it’s modern arrangement and composition leads you on unexpected paths – if we were to bet, this track will propel true metal back into the forefront of heavy music.“

Watch DÅÅTH‘s “Hex Unending” video, directed by David Brodsky and produced by Allison Woest for My Good Eye: Music Visuals, at THIS LOCATION.

Find pre-orders at: metalblade.com/daath

The Deceivers Track Listing:
01. No Rest No End
02. Hex Unending
03. Ascension
04. With Ill Desire
05. The Silent Foray
06. Unwelcome Return
07. Purified by Vengeance
08. Deserving of the Grave
09. Into Forgotten Dirt

DÅÅTH began their journey in 1999 and stayed busy for just over a decade before its 2011 hiatus. In that time, the band released four studio albums – Futility in 2004, The Hinderers in 2007, The Concealers in 2009, and their self-titled LP in 2010. Tours with Cattle Decapitation, Dark Funeral, Cynic, Nile, Slayer, Dragonforce, Goatwhore, Chimaira, Dying Fetus, and Devildriver followed. DÅÅTH also landed a coveted spot on Ozzfest playing before tens of thousands of fans in outdoor amphitheaters across the US, in addition to the infamous and long-running metal tour Summer Slaughter.

After twelve years on hiatus, DÅÅTH found their ideal new home at Metal Blade, signing to the label and wasting no time creating new music, cover songs (Death‘s “The Philosopher” and Morbid Angel‘s “Where the Slime Live“) and reissuing previous albums. The first new song from the revitalized DÅÅTH, “No Rest No End” (released ahead of the album in February 2023), features guest solos by Spiro Dussias and now-DÅÅTH member Trujillo, who impressed Levi so much while guesting on the track that he was invited to join the band.

DÅÅTH:
Eyal Levi – guitar
Sean Z – vocals
Krimh – drums
Jesse Zuretti – orchestration, synth, guitar
Rafael Trujillo – lead guitar
Davis Marvuglio – bass

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CITOVITZ AND THE FIREFLIES OF FEBRUARY Unleash Final Visualizer for “Hive of Weirdness” Album with ‘AI Embrace’

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Polish guitarist and composer ANDRZEJ CITOWICZ, a former recording artist for the legendary Down Boys Records founded by Erik Turner and Jerry Dixon of Warrant, unveils the final mesmerizing chapter of his CITOVITZ AND THE FIREFLIES OF FEBRUARY‘s “Hive of Weirdness” album with the premiere of a stunning new visualiser for the title track.

This release marks the culmination of a remarkable instrumental trilogy, a testament to Citowicz’s lifelong dedication to the guitar. “I am incredibly happy and grateful to finally bring this album to life,” Citowicz expresses. “It’s been a journey filled with passion, exploration, and the pure joy of creating music.”

The “Hive of Weirdness” title itself holds a profound meaning for Citowicz. As an autistic adult, the world can often present itself as a complex and overwhelming place. Through his music, particularly the instrumental guitar stories that comprise this album, Citowicz finds a unique way to navigate and express his experiences. The “Hive of Weirdness” becomes a metaphor for the world around him, a world brimming with both beauty and challenges, which he translates into captivating soundscapes.

The “Hive of Weirdness” visualiser is a captivating display of modern artistry, crafted with the gentle touch of cutting-edge AI video editors. This innovative approach adds a unique layer of depth to the visual narrative, perfectly complementing the song’s evocative soundscapes.

Citowicz’s self-taught mastery of the guitar shines throughout the “Hive of Weirdness” album. His music transcends technical prowess, prioritizing melody and emotional connection. As he describes, “My ‘guitar sacred trio’ – Richie Sambora, Steve Clark, Jan Borysewicz, and Eddie Van Halen – have all profoundly influenced my style. But for me, it’s always been about creating music that resonates, that speaks from the heart.”

The propulsive bass work of Patryk Szymanski further elevates the music, weaving a seamless tapestry of rhythm and melody that underpins Citowicz’s soaring guitar lines.

Dive into the world of “Hive of Weirdness” with the official visualiser:

Experience the full album on your favorite streaming platform:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7aIeg5DyI7xwkYLsBgJNWf

Don’t miss this final instrumental chapter before the exciting vocal metamorphosis begins!

Also check out their latest singles:
“Butterfly Effect” – https://youtu.be/jryGasne7Mg?si=BWLN4_tx7r03NgoD
“Turn To Stone” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2NT7O9Zr2M
“Anemoia” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THtiL7q90bY
“Modern Blues Riot” special demo – https://youtu.be/AEZtTuPr6bI
Special Cairo Mix ‘Midnight Thunderstorms’ – https://youtu.be/FEK8fsbHd4I
‘A Wound That’s Always Bleeding’ – https://youtu.be/clScq09DywE
‘Savagely Hungry For Love’ – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEgRrcmgLDY
‘Electric Heartbeat Symphony’ – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6IWdx0vOQQ
‘Marvelous Misadventures Of Myself’ – https://youtu.be/jsgLvfF5Wd8
‘The Long Train Journey’ – https://youtu.be/zbEgbMBGbGw
‘Never Ending Storms’ – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip04u1xuf4s

Citovitz and The Fireflies of February are:
Andrzej Citowicz: music, guitars, drums programming, keys /FX
Patryk Szymanski: Bass

About Andrzej Citowicz
Andrzej Citowicz is a Cairo-based Polish guitarist, songwriter, and author, known for his unique blend of genres and influences. Born in 1976, Citowicz started his musical journey at a young age, drawing inspiration from renowned artists such as Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, Joe Satriani, and Van Halen. His musical project, Citovitz and The Fireflies of February, is a testament to his creative prowess and versatility as a composer and performer.
Citowicz is also a former recording artist for Down Boys Records, the label owned by Erik Turner and Jerry Dixon from Warrant.

Connect with Andrzej Citowicz:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AndrzejCitowicz
Instagram: https://instagram.com/citovitz
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citovitz/

℗© 2024 Citovitz and The Fireflies of February / Andrzej Citowicz

UNLEASH THE ARCHERS Reveal Second Single + Video ‘Ghosts In The Mist’

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Canada’s most exciting metal band, UNLEASH THE ARCHERS, recently announced the upcoming release of their gamechanging sixth studio album, Phantoma, out May 10, 2024 via Napalm Records. On this stunning conceptual release, listeners join story protagonist Phantoma, a Phase 4 / Network Tier 0 unit – model A, on an inspiring yet harrowing journey as she traverses the new age of AI on a dystopian, near-future planet earth.
 
Phantoma follows the band’s 2020 breakout album, Abyss, which won the JUNO Award for Metal/Hard Music Album of the Year after debuting at #1 on the US Current Hard Music and Top New Artist charts, and was dubbed by Bandcamp as “a mandatory listen” upon release.
 
Today, following the release of wondrous first single, “Green & Glass”, UNLEASH THE ARCHERS are back with an addictive, synth-infused second single, “Ghosts In The Mist”. Blending modern guitar stylings with 80s arena rock vibes, the track boasts one of the album’s most sing-along worthy choruses and heaviest breakdowns. Check out the track today alongside a high-energy performance video!
 
UNLEASH THE ARCHERS says about “Ghosts In The Mist”:
“If you saw us at any of the shows we played last year then you might recognize this track! We filmed the music video at Mad With Power Fest, ProgPower USA, and at our show in Montreal, Canada, and it is full of so many friends and familiar faces! We love including these particular festivals in the video because they have both been supporters of ours for a very long time, and we hope we will get to play them again and again as the years go on.
The track is one of the more synth heavy songs on the album, but it’s also got some rad death vocals from Grant that you can bang your head to, so we hope there will be a little something for everyone to enjoy here!”

Fans located anywhere who pre-order via any Napalm webstore, IndieMerch or Bandcamp will be entered to win a ticket to the official Phantoma virtual listening party! See the band’s social media accounts for additional information.

Pre-Order Phantoma HERE

Intertwining reality with imagination, UNLEASH THE ARCHERS were inspired to utilize elements of AI during the creation of Phantoma, in keeping with its innovative theme. Frontwoman and lyricist Brittney Slayes conjured the album’s concept in 2021; before the swarm of pressing commentary surrounding AI began to reach an all-time high. With the band’s one-of-a-kind blend of power metal, traditional heavy metal, modern prog and pop sensibilities, UNLEASH THE ARCHERS spin a web of sharp musicality, high sci-fi concept and important social commentary about discovering the brutal truths behind the manufactured sheen of social media posturing.
 
The band weaved electronic and synthwave elements throughout the album’s 10 colossal anthems, which – in line with its theme – prove much darker and heavier in comparison to the bright positivity of Abyss. Album opener “Human Era” sets the tone with imagery of a bleak, windswept futurescape that crescendos headlong into the breakneck pace of power metal bastion “Ph4/NT0mA” – a masterwork of dueling guitar solos and vocal acrobatics. Trad-metal influenced “Buried In Code” lights the way with pummeling rhythms before the album’s path turns dark on heavy metal hardened “The Collective”, with Brittney Slayes’ warm tones inviting the listener to ‘join or stand aside’! Hair-raising first single “Green & Glass” unveils the truth before the upbeat 80s flavored “Gods In Decay” and the extraordinary balladic anthem “Give It Up Or Give It All” showcase the varied song writing prowess of UNLEASH THE ARCHERS’ modern era. A trifecta of concept closers begins with the moody “Ghosts In The Mist”, leading into the soaring yet menacing “Seeking Vengeance” before closing with the bittersweet tale of “Blood Empress”.
 
Mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen, and with lead guitarist Andrew Kingsley at the helm as both principal songwriter and producer, Phantoma is an exciting advancement in UNLEASH THE ARCHERS’ songwriting and storytelling mastery, and a giant leap forward in their towering musical trajectory.

Phantoma track listing:
1. Human Era
2. Ph4/NT0mA
3. Buried In Code
4. The Collective
5. Green & Glass
6. Gods In Decay
7. Give It Up Or Give It All
8. Ghosts In The Mist
9. Seeking Vengeance
10. Blood Empress

UNLEASH THE ARCHERS will tour across the globe in 2024, with dates already announced in North America, Europe, the UK, Australia and New Zealand. See below for all currently booked tour dates!
 
UNLEASH THE ARCHERS on tour:
Legions of Metal Festival:
05.03.24 US – IL, Chicago / Reggies
 
Australia and New Zealand Headliners:
06.05.24 AU – Canberra / Basement
06.06.24 AU – Sydney / Manning
06.07.24 AU – Melbourne / Croxton
06.08.24 AU – Brisbane / The Zoo
06.09.24 AU – Adelaide / Lion Arts
13.06.24 NZ – Auckland / Galatos
14.06.24 NZ – Wellington / Valhalla
 
European Festivals:
05.07.24 DE – Ballenstedt / Rock Harz
06.07.24 SE – Knislinge / Time To Rock
12.07.24 CZ – Visovice / Masters Of Rock
19.07.24 FI – Laukaa / John Smith Fest
21.07.24 RO – Baile Figa / Celtic Transylvania
02.08.24 DE – Wacken / Wacken Open Air
09.08.24 ES – Villena / Leyendas Del Rock
10.08.24 UK – Walton-On-Trent / Bloodstock
 
Supporting POWERWOLF in North America:
29.08.24 US – CA, Los Angeles / The Hollywood Palladium
31.08.24 US – CO, Denver / The Ogden Theatre
03.09.24 US – IL, Chicago / The Riviera Theatre
04.09.24 US – OH, Cleveland / The Agora Theatre
05.09.24 US – MD, Silver Spring / The Fillmore
07.09.24 US – FL, Tampa / Jannus Landing
08.09.24 US – GA, Atlanta / The Masquerade
09.09.24 US – NC, Charlotte / The Fillmore
12.09.24 US – PA, Philadelphia / The Fillmore
13.09.24 US – MA, Worcester / The Palladium
14.09.24 US – NY, New York City / Brooklyn Paramount
15.09.24 CA – QC, Laval / Place Bell

UNLEASH THE ARCHERS is:
Brittney Slayes – Vocals
Scott Buchanan – Drums
Grant Truesdell – Guitar, Vocals
Andrew Kingsley – Guitar, Vocals
Nick Miller – Bass
 
UNLEASH THE ARCHERS online:
WEBSITE
FACEBOOK
X
INSTAGRAM
NAPALM RECORDS
 

HAMMER KING Drop New Song + Official Video ‘König und Kaiser’, Feat. The Tribune/Warkings

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Royal metal powerhouse HAMMER KING, led by ex-Ross The Boss vocalist Titan Fox, strikes with their brand-new hammering anthem, “König und Kaiser”, featuring The Tribune of mighty label mates Warkings. The vigorous title track comes alongside an adventurous music video and is cut from the band’s upcoming studio album, out this Friday, March 22 via Napalm Records. The new full-length will guarantee an epic listening experience, graced with ten tracks of stirring power metal!
 
With “König und Kaiser”, featuring The Tribune, HAMMER KING unleash their full potential to massively heat up the vibe of worshipping the mighty Hammer King. The fruitful collaboration with Warkings’ The Tribune marks the perfect fit shortly before HAMMER KING join them on a massive tour, conquering European cities in March and April 2024.

On König und Kaiser, HAMMER KING continue their collaboration with Charles Greywolf (of genre giants POWERWOLF), who recorded the new album at Studio Greywolf and produced it together with singer Titan Fox. König und Kaiser was mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios, infamous for his work with bands such as Amaranthe, Arch Enemy and Volbeat, to name a few. Fast lightening double kick drums meet speed riffing on 10 new metal hits, crowned by memorable sing-along choruses that are meant to be sung with a fist raised in the air, which shall be delivered on their grand conquering tour too.
 
HAMMER KING on König und Kaiser:
“Welcome to the era of König und Kaiser!
2024 will be a busy year for HAMMER KING as we are blessed to release our new album, König und Kaiser, at the very beginning of our first big tour. We will join the mighty Warkings for 14 shows through central European countries and will make sure we Hail as many new fans as possible with the King’s mighty Hammer!

[art credit: Péter Sallai]

Don’t miss to get your copy of König and Kaiser NOW

König und Kaiser Tracklisting:
1             Hailed By The Hammer
2             The Devil Will I Do          
3             König und Kaiser (feat. The Tribune)
4             Future King       
5             Kingdom of Hammers and Kings             
6             War Hammer   
7             Divided We Shall Fall     
8             Kings of Arabia
9             I Want Chaos    
10           Gates of Atlantia            

Bonus Tracks:
The Last of the 7 Wars (Bonus Track)
König und Kaiser – Titan (Bonus Track)
König und Kaiser – The Tribune (Bonus Track – feat. The Tribune)
Fire Hammer feat. Dee Dammers (U.D.O.)   

HAMMER KING live 2024
Supporting WARKINGS on their “For King and Crown Tour 2024”
21.03.24 DE – Essen / Turock
22.03.24 DE – Hamburg / Knust – Low Tickets
23.03.24 DE – Berlin / Lido – Low Tickets
04.04.24 DE – Saarbrücken / Garage – Low Tickets
05.04.24 FR – Paris / Petit Bain
06.04.24 DE – Aschaffenburg / Colos Saal – Sold Out
12.04.24 CH – Pratteln / Z7
13.04.24 AT – Wörgl / Komma
14.04.24 DE – Nürnberg / Hirsch
18.04.24 DE – München / Backstage – Low Tickets
19.04.24 DE – Leipzig / Hellraiser
26.04.24 DE – Essen / Turock – Sold Out
27.04.24 NL – Helmond / Cacaofabriek
28.04.24 NL – Haarlem / Patronaat

Additional Shows & Festivals:
23.05.24 DE – Gries/Pfalz / Iron Fest Open Air
28.05.24 DE – Frankfurt/Main / Das Bett (to support US Power Metal legends Vicious Rumors)
29.06.24 DE – Dischingen / Rock am Härtsfeldsee
04.07.24 DE – Ballenstedt / Rockharz Open Air
05.07.24 DE – Irslingen / Wolfweez “Open Air” Festival
19.07.24 DE – Mannheim / 7er Club (Open Air)
26.07.24 DE – Heimburg / Heimburger Metalnacht
03.08.24 DE – Obertraubling / Metal United Festival
12.10.24 FR – Dijon / Rising Fest XI

HAMMER KING are:
Titan Fox V – vocals/guitar
Gino Wilde – guitar
Günt von Schratenau – bass
Dolph Aidan Macallan – drums
 
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