German STILLBIRTH Conceive New Album, “Homo Deus”, Out April 7th, Reveal New Single + Video ‘Autonomous Eradication’

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Prepare for total annihilation. Germany’s brutal death surf metal mongers STILLBIRTH will return this spring to deliver their 8th studio album, Homo Deus, due on April 7th from Distortion Music Group. Accompanying the record’s announcement, the band has revealed the first single, “Autonomous Eradication,” which is available for streaming now. 

Pre-Order Homo Deus: distortionmusicgroup.indiemerch.com 

Watch the music video for “Autonomous Eradication“:

Commenting on the new single, STILLBIRTH states: 
 
“Get ready to experience the adrenaline rush with our upcoming single “Autonomous Eradication”. This heart-pumping track takes you on a journey through the dystopian world of “Homo Deus”. In this Stillbirth Song humanity created Artificial Intelligence to help against new enemys, but it became their worst nightmare. The electrifying riffs, pounding drums, and powerful vocals create an intense atmosphere that will leave you captivated from start to finish.

We takes a bold step into the unknown, exploring the consequences of our actions and asking the question, “What if A.I. took over?” The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world where machines rule supreme, and humanity is left struggling to survive. “Autonomous Eradication” is just a tiny fraction of the story from the upcoming concept album “Homo Deus.” The album finishes the trilogy which began with “Annihilation of Mankind,” or maybe not?

So, don’t miss out on this epic release! Turn up the volume and experience ‘Autonomous Eradication’ for yourself. It’s a song that will stay with you long after the last note fades.”

Adding about the impending album the band says: 

“The album ‘Homo Deus’ features 11 songs (44 minutes) and is a much more diverse album than our last releases. You can expect a maximum violent Stillbirth album, but this time we’ll give you a few more seconds to catch your breath in between the songs. Every song got its unique style with razor-sharp guitar riffs, crushing drums and a lot of vocal variety between nasty grunts to ear-splitting highs. To get the maximum brutality into your ears, we worked again with the audio-studio ‘Demigod Recordings’ for mix and master of the album. Our cover designer Aghy Purakusuma did a superb job on our landscape artwork and we again combined our love for details to hide some Easter eggs in the cover. We can’t wait to hear the opinions of our old and maybe new fans.“

Homo Deus Tracklisting:
1. The Hunt
2. Disgraced
3. Proclaim the Anarchy
4. Homo Deus
5. Slaughtered and Disemboweled
6. Rising From The Ashes
7. Autonomous Eradication
8. Seed of Judgement
9. Descending
10. Tribunal of Penance
11. Get Out

About STILLBIRTH:
STILLBIRTH from Hagen / Germany was founded in 1999 by former guitarist (now vocalist) Lukas Swiaczny and plays a mix of death metal, grindcore and deathcore. Since their inception, the band has released 7 full-length albums, including Happy Stillbirth Party (2002), Plakative Agressionen (2009), Endgame is Near (2011), Global Error (2015), Annihilation of Mankind (2018), Back To The Stoned Age (2019) and Revive The Throne (2020). Throughout that time the band went on multiple tours of North America, Europe and Asia, highlighted by memorable performances at festivals like Summer Breeze Open Air and Partsan Open Air.
 
In 2021, STILLBIRTH suffered the tragic loss of their bassist Dominik “Pumpa” Koenig, just days before the release of their EP, Strain of Gods.
 
Following the passing of their friend and bandmate, STILLBIRTH was able to regroup and signed with Distortion Music Group in early 2022. Now armed with one of their most vicious albums yet, Homo Deus, the band prepares for the next chapter of decades long career. 

STILLBIRTH Lineup:
Lukas Swiaczny – Vocals
Lukas Kaminski – Bass
Martin Grupe – Drums
Leonard Thoma – Guitar
Szymon Skiba – Guitar

Follow STILLBIRTH:
Website: https://www.stillbirthparty.de
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StillbirthParty/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stillbirthparty/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Stillbirthparty
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/stillbirthparty
Reverbnation: https://www.reverbnation.com/stillbirth
LastFM: https://www.last.fm/de/music/Stillbirth
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3zBRwsfsphAy6eNvh2bPiG
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stillbirthparty
Bands in Town: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/269977-stillbirth
Itunes: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/stillbirth/446017087

EHSAN IMANI Takes a Stand with Iranian Protesters Through New EP “The Flames Within”

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Photo Credit – Mehran Rakhshandeh

Ehsan Imani is a London-based music producer and guitar player. He started his music career in Iran and studied at Berklee College of Music and Goldsmiths University of London. He previously released an album “Rager Blaze” back in 2014 and is now following it with the powerful “The Flames Within” EP, which is available now. This EP is supporting the Iranian protesters against the Islamic regime of Iran and Imani expects a positive reception from rock and metal fans in both Iran and the rest of the world. He explains further:

“As an Iranian artist who had lived there for more than three decades, I wrote these three songs to express my disagreement with the Islamic regime and to stand in solidarity with the people of Iran. That’s why the audience can experience different emotions listening these songs, such as sorrow, anger, and hope. I believe most of the rock and metal listeners around the world can relate to the words and will enjoy these groovy and rebellious music.”

The three-track EP covers government corruption, the lives lost in the Iranian protests, and the energy coursing through the people who were on the front lines. This emotion is paired with groovy guitar riffs, shredding solos, orchestral instrumentation and soulful vocals.

The EP comes in English version and is a passionate display of anger, motivating vibes, and an epic atmosphere. It is recommended for fans of Disturbed, Alter Bridge, and Falling in Reverse.

Released on February 15, 2023, you can listen to “The Flames Within” on Spotify and Apple Music.

Track Listing:​
1. The Flames Within (3:47)
2. Once and For All (3:28)
3. The Raging Blaze (3:33)

For more info: Ehsanimani.com | Facebook.com/ehsanimn | Instagram.com/ehsanimani | Instagram.com/ehsanimani

LUNAR Present Power Metal Inspired ‘Showtime’ Ft. PALADIN’s Taylor Washington

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Top – L- R – Ryan Price – Bass, Alex Nasla – Keyboards & Synthesizers, Chandler Mogel – Lead Vocals Bottom – L – R – Alex Bosson – Drums & Percussion, Brian Lewis – Growl Vocals, Balmore Lemus – Guitars

LUNAR is a riveting progressive metal band from Sacramento, USA. They are eager to be releasing their third album “The Illusionist” this March and with that anticipation, proudly present the third single “Showtime” featuring a guest guitar solo from PALADIN’s Taylor Washington. The nine-track concept album tells the story of a magician that questions his entire life’s work. He’s spent his entire life devoting himself to his craft and now he questions if it was worth it. The band expects that the underlying theme is one many people can relate to, especially those who have careers in some kind of artistic field. The single follows the main character as he gets ready to perform, it is high energy and a bit more power metal inspired as the band explains:

“Not letting anyone have a breather from the last single, here’s another fast, high-energy song from the album! This song was actually written last for the album and almost wasn’t included. I thought the album was finished, but something early in the track listing felt like it was missing to me, so I threw this one in and it turned out to be, in my opinion, one of the strongest and most unique songs on the album. This one features an amazing guest guitar solo from Taylor Washington (PALADIN), who is now the only guest who has appeared on all 3 Lunar full-length albums.”

Optimistically, Lunar expects this full-length to be the fan favorite and they consider it the best album they have ever done, the songwriting is stronger, the production is stronger, and every song sounds different, but it’s a strong cohesive record to listen to from front to back.

With lyrics that are based on real-life experiences complemented by proggy riffs, they are recommended listening for fans of Katatonia, Haken, and Caligula’s Horse.

Watch and listen to “Showtime” via its video premiere on AllAboutTheRock HERE.

“The Illusionist” is being released on March 3, 2023, via Saibot Reign Records and can be pre-ordered via https://lunarbandofficial.bandcamp.com.

Previous singles:
“Juggling Chainsaws” ft. guest guitar solo Obscura’s Christian Münzner – https://youtu.be/RrA61tilg7k​
“Turn Off The World” ft. guest guitar solo from Caliguala’s Horse’s Sam Vallen – https://youtu.be/iNTrk0V4uz4

Track Listing:​
1. Prestidigitation – 6:16
2. The Illusionist – 10:04
3. Showtime – 3:45
4. Worship The Sun – 5:23
5. Turn Off The World – 7:14
6. Disassembled – 5:53
7. Juggling Chainsaws – 7:30
8. For My Next Trick – 3:57
9 . Now You See Me – 8:39
Album Length: 58:46

​Album Credits:​
– Album Produced by: Alex Bosson
– Album Mixed by: Linus Coreliusson
– Album Mastered by: Jens Bogren
– Album artwork by: Travis Smith
– Album layout / design by: Brian Lewis
– Member of ASCAP

Recording Lineup:​
Drums & Percussion – Alex Bosson
(Music – Track 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8,9) (Lyrics – Track 2, 3, 5, 6,9)
Guitars – Balmore Lemus
(Music – Track 4) (Lyrics – Track 4, 7
Bass – Ryan Price (Music – Track 8)
Keyboards & Synthesizers – Alex Nasla
Lead Vocals – Chandler Mogel
Growl Vocals – Brian Lewis
Clarinet – Gleb Kanasevich (Track 1)
Saxophone – Patrick Corona (Track 2)
Flute & Saxophone – Jørgen Munkeby (Track 6)
Violin & Viola – Ben Karas (Track 9)
Additional Guitar Solo – Andy Gillion (Track 2)
Additional Guitar Solo – Taylor Washington (Track 3)
Additional Guitar Solo – Sam Vallen (Track 5)
Additional Guitar Solo – Christian Münzner (Track 7)

For more info: 

Facebook.com/lunarbandofficial | Instagram.com/lunarbandofficial | Twitter.com/LunarBandOffcl | YouTube.com/@lunarbandofficial

SORTILÈGE Share New Single ‘Vampire’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on February 25, 2023
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The French kings of Heavy Metal SORTILÈGE are now sharing the second single from its upcoming album, ‘Apocalypso!’ The album will be release via Season of Mist (worldwide excl. France) on March 3 and the song can be heard HERE.

Pre-orders are available HERE.

Track-list
1. Poseidon (3:32)
2. Attila (feat. Stéphane Buriez) (4:06)
3. Derrière les portes de Babylone (feat. Myrath) (6:33) [LISTEN]
4. Le sacre du sorcier (5:08)
5. La parade des centaures (feat. Stéphane Buriez) (2:59)
6. Walkyrie (4:20)
7. Encore un jour (4:45)
8. Trahison (3:40)
9. Vampire (4:02) [LISTEN]
10. Apocalypso (feat. Kevin Codfert) (7:53)
Total: 46:58

Line-up
Christian « Zouille » Augustin: Vocals
Bruno Ramos: Guitars
Olivier Spitzer: Guitar
Sébastien « Shag » Bonnet: Bass  
Clément Rouxel: Drums

CULTURA TRES Unleash New Single ‘The Land’

Posted by tarjavirmakari on February 25, 2023
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L-R: Juan de Ferrari Montoya – Jerry Vergara Cevallos – Paulo Xisto Pinto Jr – Alejandro Londono Montoya

Today long-running South American metallers CULTURA TRES unveil the third single taken from their upcoming album “Camino De Brujos” due for release on April 7th 2023 via Universal Music in the Americas and Bloodblast in the rest of the world.

“’The Land’ is probably the most complete song on our album. The intro is cinematic, the first impression is dark but as the bass-line becomes clear you find yourself in a 70’s soft guitar solo feel, the climax of this intro builds slowly and it results on a powerful drum beat filled with toms and a heavy open guitar riff. Vocals kick in immediately shouting about the lost lands of the Amazons, About the atrocities indigenous people had to endure by religion and corporate interests. The subject is dense and so is the music this track. It goes through atmospheres of dark rock and sections where Slash-like solos catch the attention of the listener and yet this is our most Sepultura influenced composition. Paulo is right in his element here and he leads the rhythm during most of the track.” comments the frontman Alejandro Montoya.

STREAM/PURCHASE THE SONG https://bfan.link/the-land

Early this year the band welcomed SEPULTURA’s bass player Paulo Xisto Pinto Jr. in their ranks.
 
“In 2019 after hearing about the plans for a new Cultura Tres, I offered Ale and Juanma to join the band. The music is very organic. There are a lot of influence from the 90’s and a little bit of hardcore as well. Personally in this album I got inspired by the bass players who I’ loved the most back in the 70’s”, enthuses Paulo Xisto Pinto Jr.

In the studio the band explored new ideas and found a musical common ground. The resulting style retained elements of the psychedelic-sludgy past, but incorporated the groove of a more metal oriented vibe that Paulo
brought in with his SEPULTURA influence.
 
So, how should South American heavy music sound like nowadays? The answer is easy – just listen to “Camino De Brujos”, an album which explores both new and old musical textures. The power of thrash metal meets the eeriness of sludge and the melancholic feel of classic rock.
 
“The album title ‘Camino de Brujos’ can be roughly translated as ‘Trail of Witches’. Do you remember the little story about letting your subconscious make artistic choices? Well this is one of the best examples, ‘Camino de Brujos’ is the main line sang on top of a nasty slow riff, the song is filled with tribal ritual percussion, typical from south America’s black magic practices. The phrase didn’t only end up being the only lyrics sang on the song but it also gave the name and identity to the album”, explains Alejandro Londono Montoya.

“Camino De Brujos” will be released as vinyl, CD, cassette, and digital.
Pre-order you copy now HERE
Pre-save the album HERE

“Camino De Brujos” track listing reads as follows:
 
1. The World and Its Lies
2. Time Is Up
3. Signs
4. The Land
5. Proxy War
6. 19 Horas
7. Zombies
8. De Maracay
9. The Smell of Death
10. Camino de Brujos

“Camino De Brujos” was recorded by Juan M. De Ferrari Montoya & Alonso Milano Mendoza at AJM Sound Studios, Amsterdam (NL) and at Reborn Studios, Artesa de Segre (SP). Alejandro Londono Montoya took care of the mixing and the mastering at AJM Sound Studios in Amsterdam.
The artwork was made by Damian Michaels.

ALTAR OF OBLIVION Sign to From The Vaults, New EP “Burning Memories” Coming in Summer 2023

Posted by tarjavirmakari on February 25, 2023
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From The Vaults is proud to announce the signing of epic doom/heavy metal band ALTAR OF OBLIVION. The Aarhus six-piece, who successfully released three full-length albums and four EPs since their inception in 2006, has been one of the most convincing acts in the traditional doom/heavy metal Danish scene and is now ready for a new chapter in their careers. The first Altar Of Oblivion battle under the From The Vaults banner will be a mini-album to be released this year.

“We just signed a record deal with Danish label From the Vaults, which will put out a five-track EP named “Burning Memories” in the summer of 2023, followed by our fourth full-length album “Proselytes of the Apocalypse“”, the band states. “Both sonic endeavors were recorded prior to the pandemic, and we can’t wait to have them unleashed upon old fans as well as new“.

Altar of Oblivion is an epic doom / heavy metal band from Aalborg, Denmark highly in the vein of the 80s style. Since their formation in the year 2006 (from the ashes of Summoning Sickness), they have released three full-length albums and four EPs, all very well regarded in the most traditional epic heavy/doom metal genre.

Now, in 2023, the sextet is preparing a brand new mini-album to be released this year.

Altar Of Oblivion is:
Mik Mentor – vocals
Martin Meyer Sparvath – guitar
Jeppe Campradt – guitar
C. Nørgaard – bass
Danny Woe – drums
Jannick Nielsen – keyboards

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