All-Star BLOODBATH Sign Worldwide Contract with Napalm Records

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Napalm Records is massively proud to join forces with legendary all-star death metal onslaught BLOODBATH! The band has signed a worldwide record deal with the leading rock and metal label. 

Formed in 1998 to spread their ruthless old-school death metal in the likes of early Entombed spliced with hints of US-style death metal, BLOODBATH released their first three-track EP, entitled Breeding Death, in 1999, followed by the critically acclaimed first full-length, the brutal Resurrection Through Carnage, in 2002.

With their fifth record, The Arrow of Satan Is Drawn (2018), the band currently consisting of Nick Holmes (vocals), Jonas Renkse (bass), Anders Nyström (guitars), Tomas Åkvik (guitars) and Martin ‘Axe’ Axenrot (drums) conjured their latest relentless storm of chaos, driven by explosive death, thrash and black metal and hailed by fans and critics alike. Teaming up with Napalm Records, BLOODBATH is now more than ready to take the band to the next level.

Make sure to stay tuned for more exciting news coming soon!

BLOODBATH on the signing:
“Just as we’re about to enter our next exciting chapter of BLOODBATH, we’re pleased to say that the band is in the good hands of a new label. By joining forces with the mighty Napalm Records, BLOODBATH will proudly make sure our old school death metal continues to pummel onwards and upwards. Let the Napalm rain!” 

Sebastian Muench, Napalm Records A&R, adds:
“BLOODBATH could be simply described as a super-group and the title would be 100% correct. However the essence of BLOODBATH lies in their endless talent to create death metal magic. Death metal as pure and wonderful as very few bands are capable of. BLOODBATH, we are absolutely proud and honored to welcome you to the Napalm family!” 

Experience BLOODBATH live in 2022:
01.07.22 ES – Barcelona/  Barcelona Rockfest
02.07.22 ES – Viveiro / Resurrection Festival
10.08.22 CZ – Jaromer / Brutal Assault
09.09. – 10.09.22 CH – Hüttikon / Meh Suff! (performance day TBC)
24.09.22 MEX – Monterrey / Mexico Metal Fest

BLOODBATH are:
Nick Holmes – vocals
Anders Nyström – guitar
Tomas Åkvik – guitar
Jonas Renkse – bass
Martin ‘Axe’ Axenrot – drums

KILFEATHER Release New Single ‘Dwelling’

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Psych rock outfit, KILFEATHER, are back with their latest single ‘Dwelling,’ out now across digital platforms, through Riot Records/Golden Robot Records.

‘Dwelling’ is a dark and wild ride. With a high tempo shuffle that’s almost a country inspired rhythm section, it’s invariably accompanied by heavy rock guitars and eerie crooning vocals. The lyrics share a peek inside the feelings of desperation when being faced with that tough choice of finally letting go.

‘Dwelling’ marks the fourth single from KILFEATHER’s upcoming new full-length album, Armchair Revolutionaries, and follows the release of the singles ‘Bummer’, ‘Nightmares’ and ‘Waiting to Get In’, which show KILFEATHER at the absolute top of their game and give a major insight as to what to expect from ‘Dwelling’. KILFEATHER take us on a dirty, distorted, fuzz drenched garage rock journey that takes a psychedelic side track.

Stream/buy ‘Dwelling’ HERE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUlWh_Tl4sI

Finnish A LIE NATION to Release Debut Album “Sociopathology”, Unleash First Single ‘Scum’

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Photo by Joonas Kokkoniemi. edit by Jussi Tuomisto

Finnish melodic black/death metallers A LIE NATION are set to release their debut album Sociopathology on July 1st 2022 via Inverse Records. The first single Scum is released today.

Guitarist Jussi Tuomisto comments:
“Scum represents a more straightforward in-your-face department of the “Sociopathology” album. The song is a hybrid in styles, it clearly has elements of melodic death metal with a sense of black metal. I think it represents well the energy that we are known for. Nothing extra, no painting of pretty pictures or dreamy atmospheres. Scum is a brutally honest, stripped to the core extreme metal song.”  

Vocalist Miikka Pyykkönen continues:
“Lyrically Scum takes a stand on how politicians of today are more concerned about their public image rather than how their policies impact the very society they are supposed to represent.” 

Listen to the Scum single:
Youtube: https://youtu.be/YxzJ6-ceTZc
Bandcamp: https://alienationmetal.bandcamp.com
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3K9QfJD
Apple Music: https://apple.co/38kKMCK
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/albums/B09XFVDSRJ

Pre-save Sociopathology album to your Spotify playlist.

A Lie Nation – Sociopathology (2022)

  1. Ihmisen Projektio
  2. Underton
  3. Scum
  4. While Our Wounds Gently Bleed
  5. 21st
  6. Nothing Has a Meaning
  7. God of This Age
  8. Conclusion Of A Thought

Album cover by Jussi Tuomisto

DONNA CANNONE Release Video for New Single ‘Is It True’ Feat. Mia Karlsson of Crucified Barbara

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‘It all started as a game, something fun to do. As it should be.’

And with that, DONNA CANNONE was born. Former Thundermother member Giorgia Carteri (guitars) and her fellow Italian ex-pat found themselves heading to a rehearsal room to play some music and, in their own words, ‘have some fun.’ Giorgia’s former Thundermother bandmate Tilda Nilke Nordlund was brought in on drums as the trio began putting together a number of new songs. A knock at the door brought a surprise as, guitar in hand, Björn ‘Speed’ Strid (Soilwork, The Nightflight Orchestra) had heard what the band were up to and wanted in. Keen to express himself as a lead guitarist, the world-renowned singer was impressed with what he’d heard the fledgling trio coming up and with and soon the quartet were recording demos. One of these demos fell into the hands of Swedish label Despotz Records and a deal was soon done.

The first fruits of this deal were a brace of well-received singles – ‘Cross the Line’ and ‘Nothing to Do’, both of which saw the band picking up support across the world and alerting everyone to the presence of Donna Cannone. The band released (April 22nd) the third and last single ‘Is It True’, featuring a guest appearance from former Crucified Barbara singer/guitarist Mia Karlsson. They will now celebrate the  single release with a new music video. 

Stream ‘Is It True’ via optional platforms: https://ingrv.es/is-it-true-vzs-j

Mia Karlsson and Donna Cannone about the single:
“After years away from the music scene, I couldn’t wish for a better way to return than with this super group of talented musicians and friends. Their positive vibe and genuine passion is so inspiring. I am so happy and lucky to be a part of this song!” // Mia Karlsson

“Sometimes life takes turns that seem so unreal and it makes you wonder whether you’d be able to get yourself through it all… by yourself…” // Donna Cannone 

May 27th 2022 will see the release of the band’s debut album via Despotz Records. It’s ten tracks of hook-laden songs, bristling with a punk attitude and a keen ear for melodic rock ‘n’ roll. There will be a third single in the shape of ‘Is It True’, before the band head out on tour with a string of live appearances booked across Europe.

Donna Cannone live: 
Atlas Rock (SE) Gävle – June 4th 2022
Stockholm Rock Out (SE) Stockholm – Postponed to December 16-17th 2022
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LAST TEMPTATION Release New Single ‘Main Attraction’ from Upcoming Album

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LAST TEMPTATION returns with a brand-new single ‘Main Attraction’, the perfect set up for their upcoming new album ‘Fuel for My Soul’, due for release on May 20 on both CD and digital, with vinyl out on September 2 via Crusader Records, available for pre-order/add/save now.
 
‘Main Attraction’ is an absolute screamer, soaked with the best traditional metal influences. The message is; once again, humanity tries to reassure itself about its life. ‘Main Attraction’ touches on the idea that sometimes we have the impression of doing things well, with the end being quite the opposite. It’s already too late to change anything. 

Listen to ‘Main Attraction’ HERE

‘Fuel for my Soul’ is a great step forward for LAST TEMPTATION. Recorded in a week, the band took their time to rehearse the new songs and had over 40 demos before eventually narrowing it down to 11 hard-hitting tracks. 

‘Fuel for my Soul’ has an entirely different production style compared to the last album. All the rhythm tracks, bass, drums and guitars were recorded live, and the songs are far more eclectic than previous releases. While LAST TEMPTATION still maintain their Ozzy/Black Sabbath influences, they add a grungy twist, along with big choruses that give an 80’s vibe. 

FUEL FOR MY SOUL – tracklisting

  1. Ashes and Fire
  2. I Believe
  3. Stronger Than Fate
  4. I Don’t Wanna be Your God
  5. Fuel for My Soul
  6. Carousel of Hell
  7. Free, Strong and Loud
  8. In the Mirror
  9. Main Attraction
  10. The Answer
  11. Going Crazy

Pre-order/add/save ‘Fuel for My Soul’ HERE

SPIRIT ADRIFT Announce “20 Centuries Gone” Collection, Premiere ‘Sorcerer’s Fate’

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Artist photo by: Valerie Littlejohn

SPIRIT ADRIFT expand their prolific catalog with “20 Centuries Gone ”, a collection of two new original songs and six cover songs that span the timeline of the band’s most foundational influences. Featuring artwork by Brian Mercer (Lamb of God, High on Fire, Mastodon), and mixed by Zeuss (Overkill, Crowbar, Municipal Waste), this release is a powerful journey through the past, present, and future of trad-metal’s most exciting new band.  On “20 Centuries Gone”, SPIRIT ADRIFT put their trademark swagger on classics from Type O Negative, Pantera, Metallica, Thin Lizzy, ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynyrd.

The new 8-song collection features 2 new originals and 6 cover songs, set for release on August 19th.

SPIRIT ADRIFT mastermind Nate Garrett comments:
“I always thought it would be a cool experience to record some songs by bands that are foundational to the DNA of SPIRIT ADRIFT. These choices are obvious and on the nose to me, but maybe unexpected to the fans.  That made the whole thing a lot of fun.  A band like Lynyrd Skynyrd might not be the first thing you think of when considering SPIRIT ADRIFT’s influences, so the task for me became figuring out how to honor these great songs, but in the distinct SPIRIT ADRIFT style.  To make the whole thing even more special, I channeled these influences and wrote a couple of new songs to kick things off.  There’s a lyric in ‘Sorcerer’s Fate’ that mentions ‘past and future both aligned,’ and that became the concept here.  The whole thing is presented in reverse chronological order.  That way, you get a sense of where SPIRIT ADRIFT is headed, but you’re also taken on a journey back in time through our most fundamental influences. Hope y’all enjoy it!”

Stream ‘Sorcerer’s Fate’ here.