Most of the music industry predicted a new thrash twilight after a third wave hit the scene in the early 00s and provided enough new blood to replace retiring veterans like Slayer. It turned out that, 20 years later, a young Danish band would refuse to play the status quo and hit the scene violently with one of the most exciting debut albums since Municipal Waste’s “Waste ‘Em All”. That band was DEMOLIZER and, in 2022, they hit the studio once again with the recording of the new album “Post Necrotic Human”, after touring the Danish highways thin with their all shattering high speed riffs and crushing thunder breakdowns. The album was recorded and mixed in Plague Studios, and mastered in No Masters Voice. This means that, soon enough, you’ll be able to punish your neighborhood with the neverending roar of Demolizer’s new record on every streaming platform and on your turntable!
“Post Necrotic Human” will be released on LP (gatefold 180gr black vinyl, limited to 300) and digital formats via Mighty Music on July 7th, 2023. Pre-orders available here.
Tracklist:
A1. Post Necrotic Human A2. Fascist State A3. The Butcher A4. Crossfire A5. Sarnarth
B1. Killing A Friend B2. Day After Day B3. The Wheel B4. Capital Punishment B5. Warmonger
Demolizer, formed in 2018, plays gut-crushing, hard-hitting and unfiltered thrash metal that will have you picking up your teeth with crushed fingers after barely surviving the pit. Demolizer is the manifestation of a big, angry middle finger pointed towards the Establishment, giving you the hardest, fastest and thrashiest thrash metal you could ever dream of!
The Danes have had, in the last three years, two releases under their belt: the “Thrashmageddon’’ album and the EP “Upgrade” which received good reviews from all over the world. With more than 100 shows behind them, they are more than ready to rip out your guts with their razor-sharp riffs and stomp on the remains with their breakdowns just to guarantee that the first four rows of the crowd will have their faces torn off.
Lineup: Bjørn Hjortgaard – bass Max Petrén Bach Hansen – drums Aria Mobbarez – guitars Ben Radtleff – guitars, vocals
Swedish-American atmospheric melancholic pop duo SILENT SKIES – featuring EVERGREY vocalist Tom S. Englund and classically trained pianist and composer Vikram Shankar (Redemption) – have revealed a beautifully stripped-down cover of Linkin Park’s emotional hit song “Numb”!
Continuing on the atmospheric path of their full-length, the touching cover version of “Numb” captivates the listener with its stunning piano melodies and hauntingly beautiful yet intense vocals. The cover maintains the impactful emotion of the original song while impressing with deep soundscapes that only SILENT SKIES can achieve, while its accompanying visualizer video supports the eerie atmosphere of the song perfectly.
SILENT SKIES on “Numb”: “Two decades on, and ‘Numb’’s haunting melody and raw lyrics still pierce through our souls, speaking to the inner turmoil that sometimes plagues us all.
It’s a reminder that we are not alone in our struggles, that our fears and insecurities are shared by many.
In a world that often seems to delight in tearing us down, this song is a beacon of hope, a reminder that we are stronger than we think. Our arrangement seeks to amplify this message, to imbue it with the full force of emotion and meaning that it deserves. For when we connect through music, we tap into something deeper, something that transcends time and space and unites us all.
This is our contribution to honor the legacy of Linkin Park and to celebrate the beauty and power of music. For in these troubled times, it is the one thing that can still bring us together, that can still lift us up and carry us forward towards a brighter tomorrow.”
In 2017, the paths of vocalist Tom S. Englund of Swedish progressive band EVERGREY and multi- instrumentalist Vikram Shankar crossed fatefully. Both artists set themselves free from limitations to captivate their listener with Nectar – a soulful ten-track offering released in February 2022 via Napalm Records. The album is produced by Englund and Shankar themselves and mixed/mastered by Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios.
SILENT SKIES on their recent album Nectar:
“Nectar represents an expansion and an elevation of all things that make us who we are; simultaneously grander and more intimate, more futuristic yet more organic and thoughtful. This record represents who we are, and it means so much to both of us, that we cannot wait to hear your feedback on it.”
With Gothenburg’s EVERGREY known as one of the most prolific bands in progressive metal, Englund is by far no stranger to the scene. After partnering with North Carolina, USA-based pianist Vikram Shankar – who had already worked with greats like Redemption and Anneke van Giersbergen – this fateful encounter, now known as SILENT SKIES, sets its first milestone with the release of their spine- tingling debut, Satellites, back in 2020. Two years later, this fruitful collaboration returns with Nectar, marking the sequel of something that’s far more than just a side project of Englund’s. Rather, it’s the brainchild of two highly talented individual artists with deep knowledge and many years of experience, whose creativity and spirit culminates in an exceptional form of musical expression. Shankar’s sensitive yet intense piano tunes merge with the poignant vocal interpretation of Tom S. Englund to take the listener on a touching, melancholic ride that wanders through the darkest facets of life, while always leaving a spark of hope to hold on to. This otherworldly sonic collaboration is graced by the outstanding contributions of Leprous‘ cello player Raphael Weinroth-Browne, who appears on nearly every track of the album to spice up the stirring sound even more.
SILENT SKIES’ sophomore full-length sets off with the soulful, ethereal “Fallen From Heart”, immediately creating a tapestry of sound to get lost in. Tracks like delicate “Taper” and shimmering “Neverending” are dominated by the yearning vocals of Englund, but never fail to give Shankar’s instrumental virtuosity the well-deserved space to shine bright like the first sunray welcoming the day. Darker realms lure with dramatically accented, heart-beating “Cold”, with its lingering electronic elements that build a tangible, gripping maelstrom of emotions. Instrumental title track “Nectar” closes this new chapter of SILENT SKIES but leaves its audience with a long-lasting impact and the key to a door that’s worth entering over and over again.
On June 2nd, OMNIUM GATHERUM will release their new EP, Slasher, via Century Media Records. For a second preview of Slasher, the awesome own version of the classic “Maniac” can be streamed now HERE; the video (produced once more by Coldstore Productions) can be viewed here
Jukka Pelkonen (vocals) comments: “This classic pop song is shapeshifting into OmniumGatherum style of modern melodic death metal blast! Here is something to dance and headbang to in summertime!”
Markus Vanhala (guitars and clean vocals) adds: “I heard it from the start with this classic 80’s banger that it had all the usual OG elements there, our band just had to play this and turn this to OG song! Get your upcoming summer spiced with this one and it’s gonna be a good one!”
The band has given all their fans the opportunity to choose a new possible track that they might cover; fans can choose a song from a decent list as well as a mood and style that this new cover song could have; this will be released in one of their future formats. Fans may take advantage of this fantastic chance by pre-saving the Slasher EP here
Where the EP is available in the following versions:
–Ltd. CD Digipak –Ltd. Black Vinyl –Ltd. Clear Vinyl –Digital EP
Mixed by Jens Bogren and mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios, Slasher is modern melodic death metal of the highest caliber. This 4-track EP includes a cover version of the 80s classic “Maniac”, plus the first studio recordings with new guitarist, Nick Cordle. After 25+ years, Omnium Gatherum proves once again that they’re still leading the pack!
Remember to catchOmnium Gatherum this summer at some of the biggest European festivals, before they join Paradise Lost on the road across Europe in the fall.
There’s a chill in the air and it’s courtesy of ice cold death metal crew FROZEN SOUL!
The band — vocalist Chad Green; guitarists Michael Munday and Chris Bonner; bassist Samantha Mobley; and drummer Matt Dennard — is back with frigid force and will unleash its new album Glacial Domination on May 19 via Century Media. The album was produced by Trivium vocalist/guitarist Matthew K. Heafy and co-produced by Daniel Schmuck. Pre-order it here.
The band has shared the video for the title track. Watch it here
It features a cameo from Heafy, as well as a past vs. future battle that ends with someone’s arm being ripped off!
“‘Glacial Domination’ was co-written by the band and Matt Heafy of Trivium,” Frozen Soul share. “We had a lot of fun exploring new things like catchier choruses, more leads, and solos. It’s an avalanche of riffs leaning in traditional Frozen Soul but adding some new flavor. At the end of the day, we wanted to write a catchy and fun death metal song! It’s paired with another video by Brendan McGowen that features Matt and a fight between a stranded, time-traveling space man and a literal caveman — what’s not to love about that?!”
GLACIAL DOMINATION TRACK LISTING: “Invisible Tormentor” “Arsenal Of War“ “Death And Glory” “Morbid Effigy“ “Annihilation” “Glacial Domination” “Frozen Soul” “Assimilator” “Best Served Cold” “Abominable” “Atomic Winter”
Pittsburgh deathcore unit SIGNS OF THE SWARM is giving fans an incredibly heavy new standalone single – “Amongst the Low & Empty” – which can be heard here. The video (directed by Joey Durango) can also be seen now HERE
Signs Of The Swarm comments: “We are extremely pleased to unleash ‘Amongst the Low & Empty.’ This song represents a theme that we have been building for a few years and were finally able to bring to life with the help of Josh Schroeder, with additional production from Joshua Travis. We wanted to create something that gets you moving from beginning to end, no bullshit, just heavy.
“We knew we accomplished that when our manager laughed out loud at a part in the breakdown when hearing it for the first time. We hope you headbang and/or laugh with us.”
Co-produced and mixed by Josh Schroeder (Lorna Shore, King 810, Tallah), “Amongst the Low & Empty” is the first taste of what’s to come from the ferocious deathcore quartet in 2023. Next up, Signs Of The Swarm will join Whitechapel, Archspire, and Entheos starting tomorrow for an extensive USA tour
Signs of the Swarm aren’t just any band, they’re a once-a-generation beacon that radiates the sounds that surrounded them, preserving history by reframing it. With riffs more punishing than pensive, and a rhythm section that frames them in creatively cacophonic ways, they’ve spent 9 years honing their craft – and they’ve steadily expanded their global reach, too. Having already toured with the likes of Fit for an Autopsy, Born of Osiris, Shadow of Intent, Aborted, Lorna Shore, Brand of Sacrifice and more, forget the signs; the swarm is already here. And it’s growing larger and louder every day.
Stay tuned for more news from Signs Of The Swarm coming soon!
New York City tribute masters TRAGEDY recently released their Napalm Records debut, I Am Woman, to the masses! Following fantastic album singles “Venus”, “I’m So Excited” and “I Will Survive”, today, TRAGEDY are thrilled to reveal a new music video for their reimagination of Cyndi Lauper’s “She Bop” – just in time for tomorrow’s kick off of their European/UK tour with labelmates Nanowar of Steel.
TRAGEDY says about “She Bop”:
“You gotta fight for your right – to bop! Cyndi Lauper’s song about pleasuring oneself is a great fit for our band and this album. Let your fantasies run wild! Ain’t no law against it… yet.”
TRAGEDY will kick off their co-headline European tour with Nanowar of Steel tomorrow, April 18 in Southampton, UK! After they return, TRAGEDY will head back out on the road in the US with Beatallica! See below for all tour dates.
TRAGEDY: European Decimation co-headline tour w/ Nanowar of Steel *TRAGEDY only (w/o Nanowar of Steel)
04.18.23 – UK: Southampton, 1865* 04.19.23 – UK: Oxford, O2 Academy 2* 04.20.23 – UK: Hull, The Welly Club 04.21.23 – UK: Carlisle, The Brickyard 04.22.23 – UK: Glasgow, Cathouse 04.23.23 – UK: Sheffield, O2 Academy 2 04.24.23 – UK: Newcastle, Think Tank 04.25.23 – UK: Liverpool, O2 Academy 2 04.26.23 – UK: Birmingham, IS 04.27.23 – UK: London, O2 Academy Islington 04.28.23 – UK: Dorset, Teddy Rock Festival 04.29.23 – UK: Bristol, Thekla – see Newcastle 04.30.23 – UK: Brighton, Concorde 2 05.02.23 – FR: Nantes, Ferrailleur 05.03.23 – FR: Paris, Petit Bain 05.04.23 – FR: Toulouse, Connexion Live 05.05.23 – ES: Barcelona, Sala Boveda 05.06.23 – ES: Madrid, Sala Revi Live 05.07.23 – PT: Lisbon, RCA Club 05.08.23 – ES: Murcia, Sala Garage Beat Club 05.09.23 – ES: Valencia, Sala Peter Rock 05.10.23 – ES: Portugalete (Bilbao) 05.11.23 – FR: Lyon, Rock’n Eat 05.12.23 – DE: Cologne, Luxor* 05.13.23 – DE: Barnin, Rock am See Festival*
TRAGEDY: USA Co-Headline Dates with Beatallica
06.07.23 – Cleveland, OH @ Winchester Music Tavern 06.08.23 – Buffalo, NY @ Mohawk Place 06.09.23 – Teaneck, NJ @ Debonair Music Hall 06.10.23 – Rochester, NH @ Rochester Opera House 06.11.23 – Boston, MA @ Sonia 06.13.23 – Springfield, MA @ Gateway City Arts 06.14.23 – Watertown, CT @ Jameson Pub 06.15.23 – Wilmington, DE @ The Queen 06.16.23 – Washington, DC @ Pearl Street 06.17.23 – New York, NY @ Brooklyn Bowl 06.18.23 – Reading, PA @ Reverb 06.21.23 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Crafthouse 06.22.23 – Pontiac, MI @ Pike Room @ The Crofoot 06.23.23 – Columbus, OH @ King of Clubs 06.24.23 – Covington, KY @ The Rooftop @ Madison Live
TRAGEDY had a glitter-encrusted grip on the entertainment world when they emerged in the early 2010’s. Now, following the 2015 breakout viral music video for their cover of Grease’s “You’re The One That I Want” and 2017’s second viral hit, a cover of “Stayin’ Alive” by the Bee Gees, TRAGEDY are back with a brand new twist on I Am Woman! Flipping the script on sleaze rock tropes, I Am Woman pays tribute to the most powerful force in the band’s lives – celebrating womanhood in all forms on 14 newly-reinvented disco and soft rock anthems.
Having introduced their raucous trademark stage show to audiences in the USA, the UK, Germany, France, Switzerland and beyond, and releasing several albums of metalized disco, soft rock and pop covers before even tasting their first viral hit, TRAGEDY proved early on that they were never just your everyday satirical cover band. These six warriors of wacky fully embody the soul of the original and reimagine it from the top down, infusing the tracks with an undeniably infectious energy that can be felt both on stage or on wax. And while their 80s hair metal image would imply that plenty of misbehavior is to be seen on the surface, one only need witness TRAGEDY live a single time to understand that the band’s true overarching message is one of carefree joy, humanity, acceptance and the simple pursuit of a damn good time.
I Am Woman track listing:
Le Freak
I Will Survive
She Bop
Memory
Lay All Your Love on Me
Venus
Goldfinger
Respect
Flashdance… What a Feeling
I’m So Excited
Here You Come Again
All I Wanna Do
I Am Woman
Roar
TRAGEDY is: Disco Mountain Man – vocals, keys Mo’Royce Peterson – vocals, guitar Andy Gibbous Waning – bass, vocals Gibbon Ass Freehly – guitar, vocals, horns The Infernal Demigibb – drums The Lord Gibbeth – drums
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
