SCHATTENMANN Feat. TANZWUT Release Cover of Udo Lindenberg’s ‘Komet’

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Featuring medieval metal masters TANZWUT, industrial dark rock and metal act SCHATTENMANN has released a stunning cover version of “Komet”, originally performed by German rap artist Apache 207 and music icon Udo Lindenberg! By now ranking as one of the most sucessful German singles to date, there has never been such a version of the track yet. SCHATTENMANN and TANZWUT managed to add their very own, unique touch to “Komet”.

“I grew up in the former GDR”, TANZWUT frontman Teufel comments. “Udo Lindenberg and Rio Reiser was the first German rock music I heard from the West in the late 1970s. It has had a huge impact on me to this day. It is an incredible experience for me to interpret this song together with Schattenmann.”

SCHATTENMANN frontman Frank Herzig adds: “Komet is an incredibly great song, with very emotional lyrics and a deep message for me. It was a beautiful musical journey and an honor to do this metal cover with Tanzwut. I still get goosebumps when I think about hearing the chorus finished for the first time and how our two voices harmonize together.”

Their cover version of “Komet” is now available on all digital services at: https://schattenmann.bfan.link/komet, a music video is now premiering here:

In the summer of 2023, SCHATTENMANN released their chart-topping, fourth studio album, Día de Muertos, via AFM Records. With a phenomenal #10, it marked the band’s highest chart entry in the German album charts to date.

With their unique sound and profound music, SCHATTENMANN has become one of the most promising bands in the German metal scene. Chaos, the band’s 2021-album, has already seen them unmistakably showcase: SCHATTENMANN‘s sound became heavier, more metallic, more multifaceted and uncompromising in terms of content. “We wish, that our fans are touched by our music and take something out of it for themselves personally,” Herzig recently said. “We want to arouse emotions, from good mood to anger, but at the same time it can also be melancholic or thoughtful.”

With Día de Muertos, SCHATTENMANN has purposefully expanded their sound to include modern and enthralling elements through the influences of metal and industrial, and their new record won’t make any exceptions. The album promises to take dark rock and metal enthusiasts on an even more intense journey and solidify their already strong presence in the world of heavy music!

SCHATTENMANN Live – Día de Muertos Tour 2024
01.02.24 DE-Frankfurt, Das Bett
02.02.24 DE-Berlin, Columbia Theater
03.02.24 DE-Hannover, Musikzentrum
04.02.24 DE-Hamburg, Knust
08.02.24 DE-Dresden, Tante Ju
09.02.24 DE-Leipzig, Hellraiser
11.02.24 DE-Oberhausen, Kulttempel
21.03.24 DE-München, Backstage
22.03.24 AT-Wien, Chelsea
23.03.24 DE-Stuttgart, Im Wizemann
24.03.24 DE-Nürnberg, Hirsch

For More Info Visit:
http://www.schattenmann.net
http://www.facebook.com/schattenmannband
http://www.instagram.com/schattenmannband
http://www.afm-records.de
https://bfan.link/Dia-De-Muertos

EMIL BULLS Release Video for New Single ‘Whirlwind Of Doom’

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Heavy juggernauts EMIL BULLS have released a video for their new single ‘Whirlwind Of Doom’, out now via Arising Empire. The band display their emotional, raw power on the harrowing new track.

Stream ‘Whirlwind Of Doom’ here: https://arisingempire.com/whirlwindofdoom

The band comment: “Never take your happy and sheltered life for granted. You never know what destiny has in store for you. A whirlwind of doom is coming for you and you don’t have a clue.“

An inescapable force of despair, ‘Whirlwind Of Doom’ weaves a tale of the inevitable approach of calamity and the human struggle against it. Emil Bulls transform the feeling of powerlessness into a compelling musical experience that shakes the listener to the core.

With their unique blend of compelling melodies, powerful riffs, and outstanding live performances, Emil Bulls have captured the hearts of rock and metal enthusiasts worldwide. Since their formation the band has garnered a significant following and solidified their place as one of the top acts in the alternative scene.

EMIL BULLS recently announced new European tour dates during the winter of 2023 & 2024! A full list of confirmed shows can be found below.

‘Love Will Fix It’ Tour
02.12.23 DE-Essen
03.12.23 DE-Aschaffenburg
15.12.23 DE-München(Xmas Bash Zusatzshow)
16.12.23 DE-München(Xmas Bash, SOLD OUT)
11.01.24 CZ-Prag
12.01.24 DE-Hannover
13.01.24 DE-Leipzig
19.01.24 CH-Aarau
20.01.24 AT-Wien
21.01.24 HU-Budapest
25.01.24 DE-Wiesbaden
26.01.24 DE-Nürnberg
27.01.24 DE-Ulm
01.02.24 DE-Münster
02.02.24 DE-Hamburg
03.02.24 DE-Berlin
04.02.24 NL-Tilburg
22.02.24 DE-Köln
23.02.24 DE-Karlsruhe
24.02.24 DE-Kaiserslautern

TICKETS

Emil Bulls are:
Christoph von Freydorf | vocals
Stephan Karl | guitar
Andy Bock | guitar
Pascal Theisen | bass
Fabian Füss | drums

For more information:
http://www.instagram.com/emilbullsofficial
http://www.facebook.com/EmilBullsOfficial
http://www.tiktok.com/@emilbullsofficial
http://www.emilbulls.de

DROWN IN SULPHUR to Release “Dark Secrets of the Soul” Album on January 12th, First Single And Video Revealed

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Italian blackened deathcore band DROWN IN SULPHUR will release the new album ‘Dark Secrets of the Soul’ on January 12th through Scarlet Records.

First single and video ‘Eclipse of the Sun of Eden’ out now!

Perfectly balanced between modern, razor-sharp deathcore brutality & bone-chilling 90s black metal atmospheres, the new Drown In Sulphur album is a collection of violent and melodic dark songs that introduces the listener to an esoteric experience, touching the deepest and most controversial aspects of the human soul. 

Sharing the stage with genre’s titans like Whitechapel, Carnifex, Rings Of Saturn, Aversion Crown and I Declare War gave Drown In Sulphur the opportunity to become a well-oiled live unit and further develop their own stylistic approach at the same time. 

‘Dark Secrets of the Soul’ is an introspective journey in search of man’s spiritual elevation, taking as reference the image of the “vampire communion”, alternating anger, despair and rebellion and moving on to more fragile moments until the very final redemption.

  • modern in-your-face deathcore heavily influenced by melodic black metal elements
  • produced, mixed and mastered by Filippo Rambelli; recorded by Filippo Rambelli and Alex Pedrotti
  • cover & artwork by Alvaro Valverde/Av Art Ilustracion (Unanimated, Wythersake, Night Crowned)
  • aesthetically inspired by the 90’s most famous vampire-themed books and movies
  • for fans of Behemoth, Dimmu Borgir, Septicflesh, Lorna Shore, Thy Art Is Murder, Type O Negative

DROWN IN SULPHUR:
Chris Lombardo “Christ” – vocals, guitar
Emanuele Corso “Dimitryux” – guitar
Daniele Posillipo “Blacklight” – guitar
Domenico Francesco Tamilia “Darth” – drums, backing vocals

AGGRESSION Share ‘Song #666’ + Music Video, New Album Out December 1st

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December 1, 2023 will see Canadian thrash metal titans, AGGRESSION, return with their brand new offering, titled “Frozen Aggressors”. The album will be released as CD Digipak, Ltd. Vinyl LP and Digital formats through Massacre Records, the pre-sale is available at: https://lnk.to/frozenaggressors

Following a previously-released, first single – “Circus Of Deception”, today, AGGRESSION are premiering a music video for “Song #666″. “For this one, Kyle wrote the lyrics and Sasquatch wrote the music with Ryan providing some riff ideas as well,” the band reveals. “It’s a combination of our love for punk and metal crossover, Ramones, Pennywise are definitely influences here and probably some S.O.D. too. Sasquatch wrote the main riff years ago as a tribute to Running Wild’s “Adrian S.O.S.” and then it morphed into Song #666. Lyrically it’s a synopsis of the current Russian/Ukraine conflict and basically asking ourselves: “Why you war!?”

“It’s a perfect crossover blend, delivered from our black hearts, influenced by ancient recordings of the past that changed our lives.” Says the band about their forthcoming, sixth studio album. “Fast, furious, and straight through your face!” 

“Frozen Aggressors” brings the listeners back to the golden era of thrash, where every song was a unique experience. The new album promises to propel AGGRESSION in its right due place amongst other Canadian thrash legends! “Frozen Aggressors” was mixed and mastered by Dan Yakimow at Northview Studios, the cover artwork was created by Stephanie White of Artistry Fartistry.

Tracklist:

  1. C.H.U.D. Invasion
  2. Circus Of Deception
  3. Song #666
  4. Crib Of Thorns
  5. Holidays In Sodom
  6. Satanic Cult Gangbang
  7. Queen Of The Damned
  8. Hyperspectral Winter Incursions

AGGRESSION is:
Denis “Sasquatch” Barthe – Vocals, Guitars
Dave “Watts” Watson – Guitars
Kyle “Viking” Hagen – Bass, Vocals
Ryan “Quatchi” Idris – Drums, Vocals

For More Info Visit:
https://www.aggressionofficial.com
https://www.facebook.com/AGGRESSION85
https://www.instagram.com/aggressionofficial
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMvy_ILGIZk-nt0UyiKAcsg
https://lnk.to/frozenaggressors

Pretoria’s CRASH AND THE VOID Release ‘The Villain’ Single + Epic Music Video

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Prepare to embark on a sonic journey through the cosmos as Pretoria based, South African heavy alternative cosmic rock sensation, CRASH AND THE VOID, unveils their latest creation: The Villain out today on Mongrel Records. This genre-defying single, coupled with a visually stunning music video, promises to captivate audiences worldwide with its unique blend of cosmic soundscapes and thought-provoking themes. The track is taken from their self-titled debut album set to drop early 2024.
 
Inspired by the profound philosophies of political thinker Hannah Arendt and the controversial concept of “moral relativism”, The Villain delves into the depths of moral relativism, drawing further inspiration from the profound works of Friedrich Nietzsche. The track challenges preconceived notions of villainy, offering a satirical take on the archetype by portraying the antagonist as sly, banal, and calculated – a far cry from the conventional, over-the-top depictions.

The Villain narrates the story of a determined go-getter, navigating a world teeming with individuals driven by bad circumstances and chance. The character, portrayed with an unexpected relatability, struggles to sow chaos and disorder. Despite failing to achieve the intended mayhem, the Villain’s resilience and perseverance make him an unexpectedly endearing and relatable figure.

When asked about the inspiration behind the song vocalist, guitarist and chief songwriter Marius Schutte says, “I tried to write a song that combines classic rock tropes with film score elements usually associated with Villains and bad guys, combining the two sounds left me with the basic building blocks of The Villain. The chord changes make you feel like a super-villain executing your master plan to secure world domination.”

Buy and stream The Villain at https://orcd.co/the-villain

Video Credits
Written and Directed by Crashtin Voidantino
Assistant Director – Edzard Grimbeek
Director of Photography – Cameron Raine Blake
Assistant Director of Photography – Jason Knell
Make-up artist – Juane Dames
Assistant Editor – Juane Dames
The Villain – Pieter Erasmus
The Junkie Punk – Edzard Grimbeek
The Cyber Weapons Dealer – Mia Van Karavan
The Thug – Rico Niezen

Special Thanks:
Deon Oosthuizen
Jean Du Toit
Lumar Schutte
Vetkoek Maleis
Stephanie Wallis

More information at https://www.facebook.com/crashandthevoid

RIOGHAN Drop Stunning Version of King Dude’s ‘Sweet Death’, Feat. Tony Kaikkonen

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Photo by Aarni Visuals

Finnish Rioghan is back after their successful debut album Different Kinds Of Losses which was released on last December via Inverse Records.

The band is currently preparing their second studio album but before that they’ll release a 3-track EP titled Covers III on December 15th 2023. The chosen cover tracks are Toxic (Britney Spears), Sweet Death (King Dude) and Lethean (Katatonia). 

The second single Sweet Death originally performed by King Dude and Shannon F. is now available on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/rioghan-sweet – Photo by Aarni Visuals – Single cover layout by Sakari Tuokkola

Rioghan comments Sweet Death:
“Sweet Death became my favorite song that instant when I heard King Dude’s ‘Death’-album for the first time. It also became obvious, that this song had to be visited, if I only could find a suitable duet-partner. And of course we did, Tony Kaikkonen agreed to sing with me on this release too. Instrumentally we turned the song a bit to the heavier side, and for vocals we channeled our inner gothic atmosphere. All in all, a lovely song, where the lyrics also let you sink into the darkening autumn nights.” 

LISTEN the first single Toxic on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/rioghan-toxic 

Rioghan is now ready hit the stages and the first gig shall take place at On The Rocks, Helsinki on November 15th. 

NEW Rioghan Merchandise available HERE 

Covers III (EP 2023) Track list:
1 – Toxic

  • originally performed by Britney Spears
  • this arrangement by Teemu Liekkala and Jenni Perämäki
  • written by Cathy Dennis, Christian Karlsson, Pontus Winnberg, Henrik Jonback

2 – Sweet Death

  • originally performed by King Dude, Shannon F.
  • this arrangement by Teemu Liekkala and Jenni Perämäki
  • written by Thomas Jefferson Cowgill

3 – Lethean

  • originally performed by Katatonia
  • this arrangement by Teemu Liekkala and Jenni Perämäki
  • written by Jonas Renkse, Per Eriksson

On this record
Vocals Jenni Perämäki, in Sweet Death also Tony Kaikkonen
Guitars Teemu Liekkala and Tero Luukkonen
Keys Teemu Liekkala
Bass Antti Varjanne
Drums Valtteri Revonkorpi

Mixing by Teemu Liekkala
Mastering by Teemu Liekkala

Photo by Sonja Hietala Photography
Make-up & hair Jenni Perämäki
EP cover layout by Sakari Tuokkola

Line-up:
Jenni Perämäki – vocals
Teemu Liekkala – guitar
Tero Luukkonen – guitar
Antti Varjanne – bass
Valtteri Revonkorpi – drums

Links:
https://www.facebook.com/rioghandarcy
https://www.instagram.com/rioghandarcy
https://twitter.com/rioghandarcy
https://rioghan.bandcamp.com
https://spoti.fi/36nTHP7
https://www.rakkausrunot.fi/runoilijat/emma-rioghan-darcy