Melodic Black Metallers VERDERBNIS will release their debut album “Paria” on 22 September via Black Sunset! You can expect 9 songs with strong melodies, unforgettable riffs, melodic soulful guitar work and at the same time raw musical brutality and uncompromisingness.
“Paria” was finished at the end of 2022 with producer Torsten Sauerbrey (Atomwinter, Kambrium, Dark At Dawn, Burden of Grief) at Metalsound Studio. A first musical foretaste will be available soon, the first look at the cover artwork you will find enclosed attached. Stay tuned!
Finnish one-man dark acoustic prog folk rock band Nobody released a new single ‘Excommunicated’. The track is taken from the upcoming new album ‘Hyperborean Ecstasy’ which is set to be released on September 14th 2023 via Inverse Records.
The man behind Nobody, Tuomas Kauppinen comments the single:
“The word “trauma” derives from Greek and means “wound”. If a person is wounded profoundly, their life will be altered in a manner that can be either debilitating or liberating. This song deals with such an injury.”
Hyperborean Ecstasy Track list:
Excommunicated
Omnivoracious
Boomfire
Leviathan
Hippies
Nimrod
Motorcuck
Mastered by Tommi Otsavaara Cover art by: Don Satyr Max
Line-up: Tuomas Kauppinen – vocals, acoustic guitar, electric bass, accordion, congas, electric guitar, contra bass, keyboard, djembe & triangle
Italian sludge unit MAGNITUDO have announced the upcoming release of their new EP, “Scotoma”, on September 22nd, 2023.
The band’s new chapter, follow-up to “Men Against Fire” (2018), was recorded, mixed and mastered by Danilo Battocchio, sound engineer for Tons and Imperial Triumphant, among many others.
The first single “Monument” is now streaming HERE.
The EP displays a more metal approach, compared to its predecessors: the heavy and expansive sounds make way for more violent and incisive tones, with very few moments of atmospheric ambience. The band’s signature wall of sound, which has always characterized their style (influenced by sludge/post-metal bands such as Neurosis, Ufomammut, Lento, Cult of Luna, etc.), is still present, but it’s darker and more angular than before. The drumming, once slow and rhythmic, has become faster and more pounding, with the bass called to support the structure with a highly distorted tone. Despite two-thirds of the lineup being replaced, “Scotoma” reflects the band’s desire to maintain a stylistic coherence while not forgetting its classic extreme metal roots.
The common thread of the tracks is “scotomization”: the mental ability to delete and forget a trauma or an overwhelming event, the concept of exorcizing evil through various distractions – alienation, sex, death. In short, these four songs are the offspring of our time. The track “The Algorithm” features Michele “Mike” Basso from Viscera/// providing backing vocals and adding extra layers of discomfort to a claustrophobic and distressing atmosphere.
Tracklist:
1. Monument 2. The Healing 3. The Algorithm 4. Rebirth
MAGNITUDO started in late 2015, consisting of three members: vocals/guitar, bass and drums. The project draws inspiration from post metal and sludge genre and aims to reinterpret both genres in order to achieve a more personal and original result within an overwhelming “wall of sound”, especially during live performances. In 2016, the band recorded their debut “Si Vis Pacem” at Deepest Sea Studio (Danilo Battocchio -https://danilobattocchio.com) in Turin and released the effort via Sepulcral Silence (EU/UK). In 2018, the band released “Men Against Fire,” recorded at Trai Studio in Inzago (MI). The band received several positive reviews from the local media and started performing in various venues across northern Italy and Switzerland.
From the end of 2019 until the end of 2021, due to artistic differences, Dario (vocals/guitar) parted ways with the other members, retaining ownership of the project. Due to the pandemic, the band remained dormant for a while. At the end of 2021, Dario restarted gathering ideas, welcoming Marka (Mind the Gap, Officine Swartz) on drums. With the help of Danilo Battocchio (Last Minute to Jaffna, Tutti I Colori Del Buio, sound engineer for Tons, Imperial Triumphant, etc.) on bass, they composed, arranged, and recorded the tracks for a new EP, set to be released at the end of 2023. In 2022, Zana (Kazamate, Pugnale, Dark Tennis, and session drummer for the Danish band Telos) joined as the permanent bassist.
After 2 years of planning, DARK HALL are finally ready to unleash the reissue of “Dark Hall (2023 Re-Master)” Album on Vinyl, CD + Tape via Subcontinental Records!
DARK HALL was formed by bassist, Steve Di Giorgio, saxophone/flute player, Flamp Sorvari, and drummer, Chris Dugan.
It started out to be a studio project that began in April of 1992 as a trio. To expand on the sonic possibilities, they decided to add Eric Cutler on guitar. With the structure of a quartet intact, the recording of the first demo was completed in the summer of 1994. The five song offering was titled Solace, and was recorded mostly at Bay Records in Berkeley CA.
In 1998, DARK HALL pulled their collective intensity together to form what would become the new material, released as an untitled demo, featuring the talents of newly acquired guitarist Ken Schultz.
Subcontinental Records is proud to reissue this masterpiece, more than 2 decades later, on vinyl, cd and tape.
Line-up Steve Di Giorgio – Bass Flamp Sorvari – Saxophone/Flute Chris Dugan – Drums Ken Schultz – Guitar
Please Note, STEVE DI GIORGIO is available for studio sessions as well as session bassist for tours. For further information, please contact tarja@splitscreenproduction.com.
The fretless guru, STEVE DI GIORGIO doesn’t need any longer introductions, as he is widely renowned as a pioneer on the fretless bass in heavy metal music, being the bassist of TESTAMENT, DEATH and SADUS, among others. Within his genre, STEVE DI GIORGIO is respected for his playing skills, versatility and incredible technique. He has more than 40 studio album recordings and over 30 years of touring the world.
Hard rockers DALI VAN GOGH are thrilled to announce the release of their explosive cover song, “Dragula,” originally performed by the iconic Rob Zombie. The band’s rendition of this classic hit is set to captivate listeners worldwide.
With their unique sound described as infectious, gritty, and surprising, Dali Van Gogh has taken the rock scene by storm, and their latest release showcases their unwavering talent and dynamic musicality. Through their electrifying interpretation of “Dragula,” Dali Van Gogh brings a fresh and invigorating energy to an already beloved track.
“Dragula” is now available for streaming and purchase on all major digital platforms, HERE.
L to R: Sammy Lee, Larry Moore, Stevie Shred, Bubba McMichael – by Diana Travis Photography
Richmond, VA-based rockers RED REIGN take 80’s influences and steer them in a more contemporary direction – bridging the sounds of yesterday and today. The band is comprised of members singer/guitarist Carlton “Bubba” McMichael, guitarist Stevie Shred, bassist Larry Moore, and drummer Sammy Lee. Red Reign has worked with Grammy Award-nominated multi-platinum producer David Ivory (Halestorm) on both its releases: 2021’s self-titled EP and 2023’s forthcoming full-length Don’t Look Back.
Don’t Look Back, the ten-track LP is bolstered by such standout tracks as “Don’t Look Back”- highlighted by a guest appearance from guitarist George Lynch–“Here I Am,” and “No Peace, No Love.” As the band explains, “Don’t Look Back” is the favorite track as it does feature George Lynch. “It is all the ingredients for a great song: raw, heavy and melodic. It’s a song about reminiscing in the past, which were not great memories. After the reflection, this person decides to not look back any longer and one day decides to move forward with living their best life and making new, positive memories.” They continue, “Having George Lynch on a song is a dream come true. We met George through a mutual friend (Neeley from the ‘Classic Metal Show’). We asked George to guest star on a track and he agreed.”
Having already shared the stage with the likes of Dokken, Extreme, Jackyl, Lita Ford, and Tesla, Red Reign looks forward to spreading the word further with live shows in support of Don’t Look Back. The band is thrilled to join the Deko Entertainment family as Sammy Lee asserts, “We are very excited to have teamed up with Deko Entertainment for our new studio album Don’t’ Look Back. Bruce, Charlie, and the Deko team have been wonderful to work with and share our vision for promoting the new album globally.” Deko Entertainment president, Bruce Pucciarello, agrees, “With our energy bill at Deko totally paid, we are dialing up the power…Red Reign. High voltage!”
When asked the following questions about their future this is how the guys responded. What can fans expect from seeing the band live?
“Playing live shows is the most important factor of Red Reign. We are a live band before anything else. The energy we feed to the crowd makes every performance exciting and more unique than the last. After the show, we go out and connect with our fans which makes each show special in its own right.”
Tour plans?
“Our first goal is to get the new album released. Once that is completed, we will be focusing on touring and looking to play as many cities as we can.” Don’t Look Back will be available on CD and limited-edition vinyl.”
Bundle Includes: – (1) Red Reign – Don’t Look Back CD or LP – (1) Red Reign – Coozie – (1) Red Reign – Sticker – (1) Red Reign – T-Shirt
Tracklist: “No Peace No Love” “Don’t Look Back” “Here I Am” “Follow Your Heart” “The Truth” “Bury Me Up to My Eyes” “Darkness of Pain” “Yesterday” “Changes” “Open Spaces”
THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – Italian Rock Band from Turin with a strong sonic identity that blends modern rock with progressive, hard, alternative, and pop elements!
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
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