Italian power metal merchants TRICK OR TREAT celebrate more than twenty years of an established and successful heavy metal career with their first official live record.
Recorded during the tour in support of the latest studio-album ‘Creepy Symphonies’, ‘A Creepy Night Live’ retraces the stages of the Italian band’s history: from the very first Helloweenish steps up to the current, brilliant and personal interpretation of the “happy metal” plot, passing through the most memorable and fun songs scattered throughout all their works.
But there’s more… As a special gift to their fans, Trick Or Treat have composed a magnificent Christmas single: ‘When the Lights Fade Out (Santa’s in Trouble)’ – featuring Sabaton & Majestica’s Tommy Johansson –is the perfect tune to spend a nice and entertaining power metal Xmas!
mixed and mastered by Simone Mularoni at Domination Studio
featuring the special guests Michele Luppi (Whitesnake) and Chiara Tricarico (Moonlight Haze)
including the very special Christmas single/video ‘When the Lights Fade Out (Santa’s in Trouble)’ featuring Tommy Johansson (Sabaton, Majestica)
artwork by Alessandro “Alle” Conti (Trick or Treat & Twilight Force singer; former Luca Turilli’s Rhapsody singer)
for fans of Helloween, Gamma Ray, Blind Guardian, Stratovarius, Rhapsody of Fire, Sabaton
TRICK OR TREAT: Alle Conti – vocals Guido Benedetti – guitar Luca Venturelli – guitar Leone Villani Conti – bass Luca Setti – drums
Explosive Estonian quintet Elukas has inked a pivotal deal with Wormholedeath promising to rekindle the flames of their acclaimed EP, “Loomad Koos”.
This strategic alliance will see the reissue of their phenomenal EP, “Loomad Koos,” scheduled for release on November 24, 2023. Be ready for this relentless force from Estonia, cause they will ignite your ears with their fiery sound.
Elukas recently formalized their alliance with Wormholedeath at Tordimaja, the very studio where the EP was originally recorded. Hans Tort, the band’s drummer, expressed their excitement, stating, “We are thrilled to announce that Elukas has joined forces with the prestigious Italian label, Wormholedeath, for the re-release of our debut EP, ‘Loomad Koos.’ This partnership is a crucial milestone for an independent band like Elukas, as it allows us to reach audiences and territories that would have been beyond our grasp at this point in our career. In the music industry, as in any other field, it’s essential to surround yourself with individuals who are not only honest, passionate, and professional but who also share a common vision for the future. We are immensely proud and delighted to become a part of the Wormholedeath family.”
Tracklist:
Elukad
Laika
Vein
Naturaalne Narkar
Loomad Koos
Watch the music video for “Vein” here:
About Elukas
Elukas embarked on their musical journey in the fall of 2021 as a five-member punk-rock band with a shared aspiration to create, record, and perform their distinctive music. Their debut concert on March 25, 2022, marked the beginning of an exciting chapter. In May of the same year, they ventured into Sinusoid Studio to record three singles.
During late summer, a significant change took place as the band’s original bassist, Mikk, chose to pursue a different path. Singer Karl Kärpuk took on the bass duties, a role he had already assumed during the band’s debut concert.
In the fall of 2022, they released three singles: “Metanoia” on September 30, “Hullumaja Puhvet” on October 31, and “Ajurünnak” on November 25. “Ajurünnak” garnered recognition, securing a spot in the RockFM December TOP-5 as voted by radio listeners. It also claimed 3rd place in the Estonian music category in the Rock Anthem of the Year competition and was selected as the debut of the week by Raadio2.
Just two weeks before their January concert, Karl sustained a wrist injury, leading to Alan’s temporary role as the bassist for that performance. Following a successful show, Alan was invited to join the band permanently, an offer he eagerly accepted.
In late February, the band established a makeshift studio in the drummer’s summer house, where they recorded five songs in just one week. This collective effort culminated in the birth of their debut EP, “Loomad Koos.”
Most recently, Elukas graced the stage at the Barbar Feast 2023 festival, where they kicked off the event as the opening act. They also rocked the crowd at the Heavy Music Estonia Showcase Day 2023.
Elukas Lineup:
Alan Urva – Bass / Backing Vocals Hans Tort – Drums Karl Kärpuk – Lead Vocals Raido Krutto – Guitar / Backing Vocals Sten Olof Abram – Guitar / Backing Vocals
Modern horror metal band MISTER MISERY unveil their new single ‘In Forever (Orchestral Version)’, delivering a haunting yet empowering musical experience. Immerse yourself in a world where darkness and resilience collide, echoing the tumultuous yet triumphant human spirit. Available on all major streaming platforms now!
Mister Misery, is an innovative, modern & ground-breaking metal band from Sweden. Blending clean & gritty vocals along with high energy riffs and anthemic choruses, they developed a unique sound and style that captures the essence of all the sub-genres in modern heavy music. Paired with an obscene and theatrical appearance, they create an experience that speaks to all senses.
After the pace-setting release of their praised debut album Unalive in 2019, the band has expanded to new heights. With breathtaking releases, such as ‘Ballad of the Headless Horseman’ & ‘Devil In Me’, Mister Misery took their listeners on a journey that led up to their highly anticipated second album: A Brighter Side Of Death.
Leaving a trail of success with constantly being added to the top metal playlists, songs being streamed in the millions & fans left in awe all over the world, Mister Misery has become a force that crushes stages on the biggest festival the scene has to offer, such as W:O:A, Master of Rock, Full Metal Cruise, Hills Of Rock and many many more. Supporting some of the most prestigious bands in metal, such as Nightwish and Dream Theater in front of over 15.000 people, one thing is for certain: they will leave NO survivors!
Mister Misery are: Harley Vendetta | Vocals/Guitar Alex Nine | Guitar Alister | Bass Rizzy | Drums
Dutch death metal band BLOODPHEMY will release their fifth studio album “Dawn of Malevolence” on November 17th 2023 via Non Serviam Records.
The band has unveiled the second single “Convoluted Reality”. The opening track of the concept album is about “A young, adult boy is living in an Asylum without any memory of his past or how he got here. The staff is cruel and sadistic. The whole place is a living hell.”
Drawing influence from Florida, Sweden and their heritage, these Dutchmen distinguish themselves with aggressive death metal mixing modern and classic styles with heavy atmosphere. Prepare yourself for cavernous deep roaring vocals, heavy slow crawling dirges and up-tempo psychotic slaughtering that will keep you banging your head. Telling dark, psychotic tales in both their lyrics and through their live shows. Steamrolling, rumbling and very dark death metal!
“Dawn of Malevolence” is a concept album as the band explains: “A dark and twisted story of a young boy whose only memory is of the horrible Asylum he grew up in; among the insane, the violent and a sadistic staff. Through years of suffering and torture he finally is able to feign normalcy and is eventually released into a world he doesn’t know or understand.
This threatening world triggers flashbacks of anger and violence from his earliest youth as he finally grasps a glimpse of the past that always seemed just out of reach.
Overwhelmed by these experiences he spirals down further into madness, killing people around him and ending up in the same horrible place where we was locked all that time. This time, armed with a new found lust for blood he swears to kill everyone there who has wronged him and set out on a journey of revenge”.
“Dawn of Malevolence” will be available as cassette, digipak CD, limited green vinyl and digital.
1 . Convoluted Reality 2. Therapeutic Torturing 3. Metamorphic Disposition 4. Sanity Obfuscation 5. Incarcerated Recollections 6. Demented Masquerade 7. Dawn of Malevolence 8. Crimson Redemption 9. From Suffering to Violence
Based in Amersfoort (NL), BLOODPHEMY were born in 2000. In 2002 they released the album “Section 8”. Shortly after they disbanded until 2015. Since then, they released “Blood Will Tell EP” (2016), “Bloodline” (2017), “In Cold Blood” (2019) and the concept album “Blood Sacrifice” (2020).
BLOODPHEMY are: Olivier van der Kruijf – Vocals Bart van Wallenberg – Guitars Michel Alderliefsten – Guitars Robin Zwiep – Bass Edwin Nederkoorn – Drums
Argentinian solo artist Plaguestorm is proud to release his furious new 3 track EP, “Empty Eyes”. Founded by mastermind Sebastián Pastor in early 2014, Plaguestorm has consistently pushed the boundaries of the genre, delivering a unique blend of furious and raging melodies, drawing inspiration from both the old and new Scandinavian sound of Death Metal. For the release of “Empty Eyes” Pastor is joined by the incredible vocal prowess of Okko Solanterä (HORIZON IGNITED) and the masterful drumming skills of Eugene Ryabchenko (FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE), along with the talented Diego Martinez. With such prominent support, Plaguestorm‘s upcoming offering is set to leave a lasting impact, showcasing his undeniable talent and delivering a sound that will appeal to fans of heavier and melodic sounds. Listen to the EP’s title track “Empty Eyes” here:
Make sure to catch THE FIXER on their “Ghosts Will Tour” run of shows in Central and Western Canada. Come get “Dark.Sexy.Loud.” with these ghouls this October and November.
“We are very excited to get out there to see some of you again and meet some fresh faces in places we haven’t played before. Let’s get ready to dance! Let’s get ready to headbang! Let’s get ready to party!”
Their highly anticipated album, “Your Lie,” is scheduled to drop on all digital platforms on November 10, 2023, via Wormholedeath.
Tour dates, remaining shows:
Hailing from Canada, the female-fronted 5 piece The Fixer creates a unique soundtrack, combining heavy riffs with pop sensibilities through a dark lens. They straddle the line between metal and rock, presenting a crossover act with earworm melodies, danceable beats, and powerful vocals. Their debut album, “Your Lie,” showcases a dynamic sound with influences from goth, metal, industrial, and subtle nods to world music and EDM. The band’s live performances have gained recognition, and they continue to refine their signature “Dark.Sexy.Loud.” brand, promising a devilishly good time on stages and beyond.
Experience the captivating world of The Fixer by watching the official music video for “Ghosts Will Talk”:
Lineup:
Melladonna| Vocals Vic Sin| Guitars, Vocals & Programming Ryan Osbourne| Bass & Vocals The Dreamboat| Guitar Crippler Crash| Live Drums
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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