More than ten years without a new studio album could be reason enough for a band to fall into oblivion, unless of course they left a lasting impression on their fans before their hiatus. In case of Swedish melodic metal act DRAGONLAND, who have inspired their extensive following repeatedly since the release of their debut The Battle Of The Ivory Plains (2001), the anticipation of new material has continued to grow from year to year since their 2011 release Under The Grey Banner. Now, DRAGONLAND returns to the heavy music scene, with their brand new, colossal single ‘The Power of the Nightstar‘!
The song impressively illustrates, why DRAGONLAND still belongs to one of the most energetic and passionate bands of their genre, unleashing epic, fast-paced power metal with gripping melodies! ‘The Power of the Nightstar‘ was recorded, mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen at renowned Hansen Studios, and sees the band continue as the line-up consisting of keyboardist Elias Holmlid, bassist Anders Hammer, vocalist Jonas Heidgert and guitarists Olof Mörck and Jesse Lindskog, complemented by drummer Johan Nunez (Firewind, ex-Nightrage), who joined DRAGONLAND in 2014.
“We’re thrilled to finally unveil a small part of our forthcoming album,” the band reveals. “This explosive track is a centerpiece of the story line and presents a turning point for our protagonists whose new found hope is expressed in the uplifting chorus.”
Watch DRAGONLAND’s brand new music video for ‘The Power of the Nightstar‘ here:
Finnish progressive metal act SOMEHOW JO releases their 1st single with a new video ‘FRIEND’ -from the upcoming 3rd album. The upcoming album carries the name ‘SCALES AND DETAILS’ and is out 16th September via Inverse Records. Just released video is filmed by the Riivata Visuals and tells a story of a burning memory remnant of the soul and how the one cannot escape the ghosts of the past alone.
With their new approach on progressive metal music SOMEHOW JO brings out their rule-bending songwriting and catchy grooves with eclectic brutality. Interesting rhythms combined with a clean and harsh vocals brings out all the emotion of this talented newcomer. Dozens of medias across the globe have compared and praised SOMEHOW JO’s experimental sound with their ancestors; System Of A to Down, Mastodon and Alter Bridge.
The upcoming SCALES AND DETAILS album deals with e.g. depression, not getting forward in life, failing, and overcoming these. The album is intertwined with experimental effects and soundscape between and in the songs.
STORM showcase pure metalcore class with insanely catchy second single “Beautiful Pain” Of The Upcoming EP “Invincible”.
“Beautiful Pain”has it all in terms of the modern melodic metalcore genre; riffs that forces your head to shake, heavy breakdowns, atmospheric layers and an insanely catchy chorus that sticks to your brain like glue.
STORM draws inspiration from bands such as Bring Me The Horizon, Falling in Reverse, Motionless in White and Yungblud, and he is a part the new wave in music that appeals to a generation rather than to fans of a specific genre.
About the second single STORM states; “Beautiful Pain is a track about how crazy the world has become, and how you really don’t should give a f**k about what other people tell you to do and to trust your own opinions and not follow the masses. This track was the last one I finished for this EP and I think this is definitely the most catchy trackof the EP.
Behind the stage name STORM is Leo Davadi Sundli, who despite his young age of 13 already have accomplished a lot as an artist. His career began in 2019 with the band Snøstorm, and top tier media in Norway such as VG, NRK, Musikknyheter and Adresseavisa quickly noticed the young talents.
“They simply make music that is as catchy as it is heavy. This was altogether awesome for a real metalcore fan like myself. ” Musikknyheter (NO) wrote after their performance at the Rotvoll Festival in 2019.
In 2020, Leo chose to move on from Snøstorm, and started his new band project STORM. It did not take long before the multi-talent was noticed, and in 2021 he managed to secure a record deal with the prestigious Indie Recordings, and booking agent with the renowned All Things Live.
“You very rarely come across such a massive, and at the same time young talent as STORM, and there was no doubt that this was something we wanted to work with. Not only does he make amazing music, but he is a determined and focused young man I think we will hear a lot from in the years to come. Join The Storm !! » – Erlend Gjerde general manager of Indie Recordings says about the fresh signing.
Crew:
Lyrics: Leo Davadi Sundli, Nora Eklo Vocal engineer: Olai Wanvik Produced by: Martin Stenstad Selen, Erlend Gjerde Mixed by: Lars André Gussiås Master: Morgen Nicolaysen A&R: Erlend Gjerde
Atlanta black metal outfit CLOAK will be embarking on the “Poisonous Pandemonium” co-headliner with BEWITCHER this summer! The band is now announcing additional July dates after their appearance at Northwest Terror Fest in Seattle, WA on July 2. The full run can be found below and tickets are on sale now.
CLOAK will be supporting 2019’s ‘The Burning Dawn,’ which was named one of the Best Albums of the year by Metal Insider (#6), A&P Reacts (#8), Treble Zine (#11), and others.
The album can be streamed, downloaded, and ordered HERE.
CLOAK (w/ Bewitcher): 06/26: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary [TICKETS] 06/27: Davenport, IA @ Raccoon Motel [TICKETS] 06/28: TBA 06/29: Denver, CO @ Hi-Dive [TICKETS] 06/30: Salt Lake City, UT @ Ace’s High 07/01: Boise, ID @ The Shredder 07/02: Seattle, WA @ NW Terror Fest* [TICKETS] 07/05: Oakland, CA @ Elbo Room Jack London 07/06: Long Beach, CA @Supply & Demand 07/07; San Diego, CA @ Brick by Brick 07/08: Phoenix AZ @ Underground 07/09: El Paso, TX @ The Dungeon 07/10: San Antonio, TX @ Hi Tone’s 07/11: Austin, TX @ The Lost Well 07/12: New Orleans, LA @ Santos
UNDERTOW draw attention to the upcoming album “BIPOLAR” with a first stunning song, which will be released on July 8th, 2022. “On Fire”: the title says it all! Watch the video below.
“BIPOLAR”: Nine new songs on their ninth album in their twenty-ninth year. Ascribing Undertow a penchant for number games or arithmetic is at least arguable. On the other hand, it is undisputed that the band works very specifically with moods on “BIPOLAR” – from extremely heavy to total melancholy. These contrasting mood swings have always been trademarks of this special band. Artwork is again by Björn Gooßes | Killustrations
This also starts the pre sale of the new album. “BIPOLAR” will be released as a CD and a very limited Black Steel Box (with album, dog tag, keyholder and autograph card).
Tracklist: 01 – When Tears Became Scars 02 – On Fire 03 – Life Kills 04 – Call Of The Sin 05 – Shadows 06 – The Longest Breath 07 – Unstoppable 08 – Undertow 09 – I Remain
Richmond’s hard-charging, thrash metal maniacs MUNICIPAL WASTE have debuted the title track from their massively-anticipated 7th studio album, “Electrified Brain,” that’s due out July 1st via Nuclear Blast. Their third single, “Electrified Brain,” arrives in the grotesque form of a face-melting horror short directed by esteemed FX artist Norman Cabrera (From Dusk Till Dawn, The Walking Dead, Kill Bill).
Commenting on the new single and video, guitarist Ryan Waste says: “’Electrified Brain’ is a tale of revenge and redemption, continuing the concept of our song ‘Mental Shock’ rounding out the ‘Deathripper Trilogy.’ It’s about being wrongfully accused and stripped of your rights, only to overcome and break free through the electric power of heavy music. We called upon our friend Norman Cabrera once again to handle the title track music video after the incredible job he did on ‘Slime and Punishment.’ Visually he went above and beyond and it became a much more cinematic experience thanks to Rob Lucas at Wolfpack Studios.”
Norman Cabrera adds about making the video: “I pulled out all the stops for this video. It’s in the spirit of classic Heavy Metal videos like Ozzy’s Bark at the Moon and Dio’s The Last in Line. Sci Fi-Horror imagery lends itself very well to the vibe of the band. We’re channeling a bit of Cronenberg and Carpenter. The best sci fi movies of the past often take current events and put them in a fantastic setting. The video takes place in a not so distant dystopian future where your individuality can be taken away by a faceless organization. It’s a wild concept but not too far off from our world today.”
MUNICIPAL WASTE will be on the road in support of “Electrified Brain” all summer and fall in North America and Europe including tours with AT THE GATES and ANTHRAX. Purchase tickets here: https://www.municipalwaste.net/tour
Since 2001, Municipal Waste have uncompromisingly stuck to their guns as hard-partying and even harder-hitting torchbearers of 21st century thrash metal. The Richmond, VA quintet—Tony Foresta [vocals], Ryan Waste [guitar], Philip “Landphil” Hall [bass], Dave Witte [drums], and Nick Poulos [guitar]—have transformed from a cult favorite into metal mainstays for a generation. Along the way, Decibel touted “The Art of Partying” in its coveted “Hall of Fame” and asserted it “revved up interest in thrash and inspired a fresh wave of youthful new bands.” Metal Hammer christened “The Art of Partying” one of “The 50 Greatest Thrash Metal Albums Ever,” while Loudwire pegged “The Art of Partying” as “The Best Thrash Album of 2007” and “Hazardous Mutation” as “The Best Thrash Album of 2005.” The guys have sold out countless shows on multiple continents and piled up tens of millions of streams in the process. 2017’s “Slime and Punishment” bowed in the Top 3 of the Billboard Heatseekers Albums Chart, and “The Last Rager” EP only accelerated their momentum in 2019.
Municipal Waste maintain course as vicious and vital as ever on 2022’s Electrified Brain [Nuclear Blast] as heard on tracks like “Grave Dive,” “High Speed Steel” and “Crank The Heat.” Recorded during the pandemic in Philadelphia with producer Arthur Rizk [Power Trip, Code Orange], the sessions would be the first time the band reunited in person after a year. Together, they achieved “a thicker and heavier sound.”
In the end, “Electrified Brain” will give you everything you’d want from a Municipal Waste record or heavy metal record, period. “We hope you walk away with some bloody ears, blown speakers, pissed off parents, black eyes, and a healthy distrust of authority,” says Tony.
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