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Scottish CATALYSIS Release New Single ‘Kingmaker’, New Album Out December 15th

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 11, 2023
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Dundee Metal artists, Catalysis have revealed their latest single, ‘Kingmaker’, taken from their forthcoming new studio album ‘Betrayer’, which is set for release on December 15th. 
 
The new album ‘Betrayer’ features ten blistering tracks, two previously released singles ‘Gallows’, ’Gone‘ and ‘Mea Culpa’ and now, the final single before the official release day, ‘Kingmaker‘, is upon us. 

Check out the track via this link. 

Speaking of the new single, the band says; ‘Kingmaker’ is the opening track to our sophomore album, Betrayer and the 4th and final single to be released from the record. 
As soon as the track was written, we knew it would become the opener for the next release – the track embodies everything we love about metal drawing huge influence from the worlds of thrash and melodic death metal, the song showcases pure aggression and speed, paired with huge, infectious melodies. This is Catalysis at our most visceral, ‘Kingmaker’ is sure to be a live favourite.”
 
With a busy year ahead, the Dundee five-piece are booked for a number of live shows in the UK, including their debut in Ireland. 

Confrimed dates are as follows:
5/12/23 – Edinburgh Legends 
16/12/23 – Dundee Metal Fest Winter Edition 
12/01/24 – Glasgow, Ivory Blacks 
10/02/24 – Dunfermline, PJ Molloys
23/02/24 – Aberdeen, Krakatoa
02/03/24 – Glasgow, Ivory Blacks
29/03/24 – Ireland – Dublin Fibbers
30/03/24 – Ireland – Belfast Voodoo
31/03/24 – Ireland TBA
27/04/24 – Glasgow, The Flying Duck – Long Arm Fest
04/05/24 – Bolton, Alma Inn. Support for Damnations Hammer.
17/08/24 – Gateshead – Get Heavy Festival 
31/08/24 – Swindon – Deprivation Festival

Catalysis are:
Col MacGregor – Vocals
Drew Cochrane – Lead Guitar / Vocals
Sean Ramson. Rhythm Guitar / Vocals
Paul Edwards – Bass
Calum Rennie – Drums

IN VAIN Unleash Powerful Single ‘Season of Unrest’, New Album “Solemn” Coming in 2024

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 10, 2023
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Pioneers of Norwegian progressive extreme metal, IN VAIN, are poised to captivate fans once again with the release of their upcoming album, “Solemn”. Offering an exciting preview of the musical odyssey that lies ahead, the band presents the first single, “Season of Unrest”.

Songwriter Johnar shares his insights on the upcoming single: ” A tune that’s got it all – a harmonic and groovy verse blending seamlessly with a catchy, sing-along-worthy chorus. ” Meanwhile, bassist Alexander adds: “This song is packed with emotion and meaning. It’s got a progressive edge, yet its catchy components make it effortlessly singable. The vocals truly steal the show.”

Lead vocalist Sindre delves into the personal resonance of the single, stating: “With all the songs we ́ve done through the years, this is the one that holds the most meaning to me. It contains extremely personal lyrics wriAen at a low point of my life. The lyrics combined with fantasDc riffs and top Der songwriDng makes this piece really special.”

Listen to the single: https://orcd.co/seasonofunrest

Known for their unique, innovative, and catchy compositions that merge elements from various genres, the band continues to uphold their commitment to solid songwriting with cleverness and an original edge. The album is perfected by Jens Bogren at Fascination Street Studios, and promises a sonic experience that is both powerful and nuanced.

In Vain is:
Johnar Håland – Guitar
Kjetil D. Pedersen – Guitar
Sindre Nedland – Vocals
Andreas Frigstad – Vocals
Alexander Bøe – Bass
Tobias Øymo Solbakk – Drums

About In Vain:
Hailing from Kristiansand, Norway, In Vain has been a pioneering force in Norwegian progressive extreme metal since 2003. Founded by guitarist Johnar Haaland and vocalist Andreas Frigstad, the band’s melodic extreme metal sound, set them apart early on.

In 2007, In Vain released their first full-length album, “The Laaer Rain”, a collaborative effort with nearly 20 guest musicians, showcasing their prowess in diverse, progressive arrangements. Subsequent albums like “Mantra” (2010) and “Ænigma” (2013) continued to push musical boundaries.

“Currents”, a double-edition masterpiece exploring contemporary societal shihs was then released in 2018. Declared “Album of the Year” and garnered perfect scores from various publications worldwide, including 10/10 ratings from Metal Temple (UK), Metal Only (GER), and Heavy-Metal.de (GER) to name a few.

With a rich history of live performances, including European tours with Solefald, Borknagar, Vreid and Keep of Kalessin. In Vain remains a powerhouse in extreme metal, captivating audiences with their dynamic compositions, and their reputation as a force in progressive extreme metal is firmly established. The band’s ability to seamlessly blend progressive drive, playfulness, touching vocals, and metallic hardness sets them apart, as aaested by reviews such as “In Vain proves once again that they are masters of their art…” – Cultur Addict (FR)

In Vain stands as a testament to the enduring innovation within progressive metal, shaping the future of the genre. Their upcoming album “Solemn” is set to release in 2024.

German Vegan Straight Edge Metalcore Outfit CLEARxCUT Reveal New Single ‘The Seventh Seal’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 10, 2023
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The Seventh Seal is the first single from CLEARxCUT’s Lifeforce Records debut and now available on all digital platforms. New album coming in April 2024.

See CLEARxCUT live on the following tour dates

13.12. DE LEIPZIG, MANFRED
14.12. DE MUNICH, HOUSE SHOW
15.12. DE DORTMUND, REKORDER
16.12. CZ PRAGUE, ETERNIA
17.12. CZ BRNO, KABINET MÚZ
18.12. DE BERLIN, CAFE KÖPENICK

CLEARxCUT is out there to spread the message of total liberation. (Former) Members of HEAVEN SHALL BURN, IMPLORE, and KING APATHY/THRÄNENKIND started this collective, because they are dedicated to the vegan straight edge (XVX) and want to confront listeners with inconvenient thruths and todays harsh reality. The German band addresses their songs and convictions to all people who are prepared to stand up for a better, fairer future – but especially to all anarchists, anti-fascists, feminists, primitivists and indigenous peoples of the world. Or to put it brief: to all defenders of our earth. The stylistic choice of means falls on metallic hardcore, which is rooted in a strong DIY ethic.

Having released their first two albums “For The Wild At Heart Kept In Cages” (2019) and “Songs of Desire Armed” (2022) for Catalyst X Records (Gather, Nueva Ethica, Abnegation, Birthright, Maroon, Point Of No Return, Forward To Eden), the yet  untitled new album now marks CLEARxCUTs debut for LIFEFORCE RECORDS. Started in the mid-1990ies as label with mainly vegan and straight edge bands, the German Label has an impressive history with XVX bands such as ARKANGEL, DAY OF SUFFERING, RANCOR, UNCONQUERED, UNBORN, FAULT, or DEADLOCK. Being a collective that is outspoken in its message and keeps the vegan straight edge banner high, CLEARxCUT continue this tradition.

More information at FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | BANDCAMP | SPOTIFY

DUST & BONES Release New Single + Video ‘Move’ from Upcoming Album

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 10, 2023
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DUST & BONES have released the next single from their new album “Mission Back To The Forbidden Planet”. 

The band’s motto is very simple: “Let’s go! Ass up to Mars, without a return ticket…”

pre-sales for the album, which will be released on January 26, 2024 
Album: dustnbones.epr.rocks
Digital: save-it.cc/epr/move

DUST & BONES are back to have fun … and bring fun!
 
For over two decades, the five Swabians have not allowed themselves to be pressed into any clothing. Their energetic mixture of riffy punk rock, dark heavy rock with metal attitudes and uncompromisingly dirty rock’n’roll, as well as the unusual line-up with two completely different singers and the earthy, deep-dirty guitar sound, are looking for its equal. Distinguished by their high recognition value and exceptional charisma, they have been delighting rock and metal enthusiasts alike with their legendary live performances for many years. With their fifth studio album “Mission Back To The Forbidden Planet” and 11 brand new tracks, DUST & BONES manage in an impressive manner to capture this unbridled brutal live energy on record and to captivate fans across genres. Audible fun and playing joy are obviously in the foreground … always authentic, always with melody and always with a certain wink. Fans of the Ramones, Rose Tattoo, Danko Jones, Motörhead and Turbonegro will take this special piece of “High Energy Dirt Rock” into their hearts, for everyone else it’s warmly recommended to their rockers heart!

Tracklist:
01 – Mission start
02 – UR R’N’R
03 – Move
04 – Remedy
05 – Out on that road
06 – Feel good07 – Earth stood still today
08 – For all the good and the bad
09 – Electricity
10 – Planet 5
11 – People strange
12 – This is not the end

Line-up:
Dirk – Guitars
Bernd – Guitars
Thorsten – Vocals, Bass
Vöhri – Vocals
Jarle – Drums

More Info:
www.dustandbones.de
www.facebook.com/DustAndBonesBand
www.instagram.com/dustandbones_de

LOST IN GREY Sign Woldwide Deal with El Puerto Records, New Album Coming in Spring 2024

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 10, 2023
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El Puerto Records was once again on the prowl in the Nordic waters and found something very special: the Finnish theatrical metallers LOST IN GREY have signed a worldwide deal with El Puerto Records. The upcoming fourth album will be released in spring 2024.

Band founder Harri Koskela: “We are extremely thrilled to become a part of the El Puerto Records family with our upcoming fourth album. It has been exciting and inspiring to plan the next steps and details of Lost in Grey’s future together with the enthusiastic and professional personnel of the label! Cheers to the new chapter and the adventures that await!”

Matt. Bischof, Head Of Promotion at El Puerto Records: “It was really impressive to see what was coming our way musically. LOST IN GREY celebrate great cinema and we are happy to have such a creative and cool band with us. Welcome on board!”

The Finnish theatrical metal band LOST IN GREY was founded in 2013 by composer, vocalist and keyboardist Harri Koskela, and lyricist and vocalist Anne Lill Rajala. What originally was planned to be simply a short-term project, soon grew into a full band. Inspired by a large variety of musical genres, literature, philosophy, and the world itself, Lost in Grey creates multifaceted music and brings elements of drama to their songs as well as live performances.
Followed by the previous album releases, THE GREY REALMS (2017), THE WASTE LAND (2019), and UNDER THE SURFACE (2021), which all claimed great responses from audiences and media, Lost in Grey’s upcoming 4th album takes another giant leap towards even greater musical adventures. The vocalists Emily Leone, Anne Lill Rajala and Harri Koskela play the main characters within the overarching story of all the albums, bringing a very own touch to it through their diverse voice talents.
In recent years these theatrical metal pioneers have proven to be one of the most promising and inspiring acts coming from the Finnish metal scene, electrifying their audiences through their versatile musical storytelling and tremendous sound. Now Lost in Grey invites you to dive with them on new adventures where the music and stories dance hand in hand, and everything is possible…

Line-up:
Harri Koskela – Keyboards, vocals and composer
Anne Lill Rajala – Vocals and lyrics
Emily Leone – Vocals and violin
Aapo Lindberg – Bass
Miika Haavisto – Guitar
Jarno Suodenjoki – Guitar
Teppo Ristola – Drums

More Info:
Website: www.lostingrey.fi
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lostingrey
Instagram: www.instagram.com/lostingreyofficial
Spotify: spoti.fi/2ZFsTdv
YouTube: bit.ly/3Etq7aj

NIGHTHAWK Unleash New “Live!” EP, Out Now

Posted by tarjavirmakari on December 10, 2023
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In May 2023 NIGHTHAWK released “Prowler” which was recorded at the world-famous Abbey Road Studios. The album would go on to get rave reviews! A new album has already been recorded and this time the legendary Rockfield Studios was used.

For fans of the band who just can’t wait for the next studio album, here’s a live EP, recorded at one of Nighthawk’s rare appearances. These four songs were captured live in Stockholm on December 2nd, 2022.

Nighthawk is a solo project started by Robert Majd (Metalite, Captain Black Beard) on guitar and features Björn Strid (Soilwork, The Night Flight Orchestra) on vocals, among others.

“Live!” is out today on all digital platforms, via Mighty Music. Stream it here.

“Live!” tracklist:
1. Highest Score
2. Running Wild
3. Action
4. Free Your Mind

Recorded live in Stockholm on December 2nd, 2022 by Erik Modin.
Mixed and mastered by Sverker Widgren at Wing Studios.

Front cover background photo by Alessandro Oliverio
Front cover rock’n’roll photo by Kristian Reuter
Front cover artwork by Robert Majd

Lineup: 
Robert Majd – guitar 
Björn Strid – vocals 
Magnus Ulfstedt – drums 
Richard Hamilton – keyboards 
Christian Ek – bass/backing vocals 

Digital: https://bfan.link/live-7

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