SOEN Announce Live Event from Atlantis Grammofon Studios

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Further to the unavoidable and unfortunate postponement of their 2021 European IMPERIAL TOUR, the provocative and engaging Swedish-based metal group SOEN announce LIVE FROM ATLANTIS GRAMMOFON STUDIOS, a worldwide and exclusive on-demand stream recorded live event which will take place on February 18th 2022 at 8:00 pm CET/EST/AEDT.

“This is something we have had in our minds for a very long time but never had the chance to bring to fruition till now” offers co-founding member, Martin Lopez.

With the promise to bring an unforgettable and intimate evening to their fans, SOEN (Joel Ekelöf, Martin Lopez, Lars Enok Åhlund, Cody Ford, Oleksii “Zlatoyar” Kobel) will be performing new and unique arrangements to various tracks from their past and present repertoire; to complete this astounding experience, Soen will be accompanied by a quartet of classically trained musicians and a choir.

“We always felt that our songs have the potential of working under different arrangements and wanted to try something different, with a quartet and a choir; leaving out all the technical aspects and just focusing on the raw emotion of the songs…” furthers Lopez. “The postponement of our November dates gave us the opportunity to finally go for it, I’m extremely happy with the outcome and I know our audience will appreciate to see SOEN this way.”

The event will broadcast in three different time zones and can be streamed with a valid ticket for up to 72 hours. Tickets to LIVE FROM ATLANTIS GRAMMOFON STUDIOS can be purchased at this location

8:00 pm CET (UK, European and African territories)
8:00 pm EST (Canada, North and South American territories)
8:00 pm AEDT (Australasian territories)

SOEN also offer a special discount to everyone who is in possession of a valid ticket purchased for any dates of the IMPERIAL TOUR (including past shows). T&C on the eligibility of the discount can be found on SOEN’s Facebook page.

Already purchased tickets remain valid. Tickets to the rescheduled IMPERIAL TOUR dates can be found here

07.03.22 Monterrey (MX) – CAFE IGUANA
09.03.22 Guadalajara (MX) – C3 STAGE
11.03.22 Ciudad de México (MX) – LUNARIO
12.03.22 Ciudad de México (MX) – LUNARIO
17.03.22 San José (CR) – PEPPER DISCO CLUB
19.03.22 Bogotá (CO) – ACE OF SPADES CLUB
20.03.22 Lima (PE) – CENTRO DE CONVENCIONES FESTIVA
22.03.22 Santiago (CL) – TEATRO LA CÚPOLA
23.03.22 Santiago (CL) – TEATRO LA CÚPOLA
25.03.22 Buenos Aires (AR) – UNICLUB
27.03.22 Sao Paolo (BR) – CARIOCA CLUB PINHEIROS
29.03.22 Montevideo (UR) – MONTEVIDEO MUSIC BOX
24.04.22 Hamburg (DE) – LOGO
25.04.22 Amsterdam (NL) – MELKWEG
26.04.22 Pratteln (CH) – Z7
27.04.22 Lyon (FR) – CCO VILLEURBANNE
30.04.22 Stockholm (SE) – KLUBBEN
02.05.22 Gothenburg (SE) – PUSTERVIK
03.05.22 Oslo (NO) – ROCKEFELLER
06.05.22 Karmoy (NO) – KARMØYGEDDON METAL FESTIVAL
09.05.22 Helsinki (FI) – TAVASTIA
10.05.22 Tampere (FI) – OLYMPIA KORTTELI
15.05.22 Kiev (UA) – BEL ETAGE
17.05.22 Cluj-Napoca (RO) – FORM SPACE
18.05.22 Bucharest (RO) – QUANTIC CLUB
19.05.22 Sofia (BG) – MIXTAPE 5
21.05.22 Izmir (TR) – SOLD OUT PERFORMANCE HALL
22.05.22 Ankara (TR) – JOLLY JOKER
23.05.22 Istanbul (TR) – KÜÇÜKÇIFTLIK PARK
26.05.22 Thessaloniki (GR) – PRINCIPAL CLUB
27.05.22 Athens (GR) – GAGARIN 205
29.05.22 Tel Aviv (IL) – HAVANA MUSIC CLUB
02.09.22 Gdansk (PL) – DRIZZLY GRIZZLY
03.09.22 Warsaw (PL) – PROXIMA
04.09.22 Wroclaw (PL) – PRALNIA
06.09.22 Aschaffenburg (DE) – COLOS SAAL
07.09.22 Milan (IT) – MAGAZZINI GENERALI
08.09.22 Rome (IT) – LARGO
09.09.22 San Donà di Piave (IT) – REVOLVER
10.09.22 Munich (DE) – BACKSTAGE
11.09.22 Berlin (DE) – FRAANZ
13.09.22 Cologne (DE) – LUXOR
15.09.22 Leipzig (DE) – HELLRAISER
17.09.22 Budapest (HU) – A38
21.09.22 Vienna (AT) – ARENA
23.09.22 Strasbourg (FR) – LA MAISON BLEUE
24.09.22 Paris (FR) – LA MAROQUINERIE
26.09.22 Manchester (GB) – REBELLION
27.09.22 Birmingham (GB) – O2 THE INSTITUTE 2
28.09.22 London (GB) – O2 ACADEMY ISLINGTON
29.09.22 Antwerp (BE) – TRIX
01.10.22 Zoetermeer (NL) – BOERDERIJ

SOEN’s Latest Album, IMPERIAL is available at this location

DAWNRIDER Premiere Brand New Video ‘The Final Call’ from Upcoming Album

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Formed back in 2004, with their notable psychedelic grooves and infectious heavy metal riffing DAWNRIDER quickly became the spearhead of Portuguese doom metal. The Fourth Dawn, their appropriately entitled fourth full-length album, marks the return of the riders into the eye of the storm of record editions, and will be seeing the light of day as CD and Digital formats on February 18, 2022 via Alma Mater Records, the label run by MOONSPELL’s Fernando Ribeiro! A limited, purple Vinyl edition of DAWNRIDER’s upcoming magnum opus has been slated for a release on May 20th.

Picking up where they left with the Third Crusade, Hugo “Rattlesnake” Conim and his unholy pack of musicians, Filipe Relêgo (bass / vocals ), drummer João Ventura and Diogo Simões (keyboards) have invoked all their demons and recited all their spells in order to write and produce a beast of an album, which will not only mark their best, most focused and mature album to date, but will surely expand their fanbase and bring the Doom and Dawn into a world of darkness and mist, waiting for its final blow. Give ear, as the four-piece just unleashed a brand new lyric video for the heavy as hell single “The Final Call”! Just exclusively premiered with Decibel Magazine, you can now watch the clip HERE:

“The Final Call is a reminder how close we are constantly walking toward the abyss. Also, it recalls us about our frailties and how misguided we can be with certain questions. Nevertheless, our lives are made of choices and either we choose to stand or to submit. It’s your choice.“ Guitarist Hugo reveals.

“Whether facing the absence of light or lost in the wild amongst wolves, in Doom we trust. Beware! The rise of The Order of Dawn is imminent.”

Mixed and mastered by no other than Tony Reed (Mos Generator, Stone Axe, Saint Vitus), with a cover and artwork by Vitor Costa (Moonspell, Decayed, Ironsword), The Fourth Dawn is also the band’s first album to be released worldwide by Fernando Ribeiro’s (Moonspell) record label Alma Mater Records, whose commitment is to introduce you to the best Portuguese Metal talents!

The Fourth Dawn will be out as CD and Digital on February 18, 2022 with the Vinyl edition to follow on May 20th. Pre-order your copy now at THIS LOCATION!

Tracklist:

  1. A Farewell To Hope
  2. Order Of Dawn
  3. Reaching Glory
  4. Unwanted Sorrows
  5. Those Who Parted
  6. The Final Call
  7. Lord

FORTUNE CHILD Release Second, Classic Rock Gem Single ‘Slow Down’

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Jacksonville, FL based Rock band FORTUNE CHILD has released the sophomore single, “Slow Down.”. Showcasing their ’70s rock proficiency, the guitar driven track is off of the band’s upcoming, debut LP, Close to the Sun, which is produced by the legendary Kevin Elson (Journey, Mr. Big, Europe, and Lynyrd Skynyrd).

“’Slow Down’ is a song about balance. We work extremely hard to be the best at what we do which makes the situation feel more serious, but we always make sure to take the time to reflect on what an amazing experience it’s been so far.” – FORTUNE CHILD

Buy/stream ‘Slow Down’ HERE.

It’s no secret that these North Florida natives respect their Rock ‘N’ Roll elders. It’s the true feel of the 70’s (bell bottoms, mustaches and all) but with a touch of modern flair. Having just formed in 2021, Fortune Child (Christian Powers/ vocals, Buddy Crump/ lead guitar, Melanie Jo/ drums, Jon Ward/bass) has quickly garnered the support of the Southeast US Rock ‘N’ Roll scene and will continue to do so with each passing day. These cats know how to rock, and it seems that there’s no stopping them once those first notes rip through the air.

FORTUNE CHILD with Producer KEVIN ELSON, Far Right.

For 2022, the band has partnered with legendary rock producer Kevin Elson (Journey, Mr. Big, Europe, Lynyrd Skynyrd) to produce their full length debut album, Close to the Sun, due in early March. Their first single, “Far”, is already well on its way, having found its own rightful spot on Yahoo! News and has gathered press coverage in countries as far away as Australia and Russia. It even got a good old-fashioned thumbs up from Billy Gibbons himself and has turned the heads of some of the industry’s heaviest hitters. This sort of thing leads us all to wonder: What could come next for this brand new Rock ‘N’ Roll freight train?

LIAR THIEF BANDIT Launch ‘Better Days’ Single from New Mini-Album

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Swedish power trio LIAR THIEF BANDIT are back with the single “Better Days”. A direct and uplifting rock’n’roll track with Thin Lizzy- inspired twin guitars and big, melodic choruses. “Better Days” is the second single from Liar Thief Bandit‘s upcoming mini-album “Diamonds”, set for release on The Sign Records in summer 2022.

Mike from the band on “Better Days”:

Better Days is an uplifting tune with a touch of melancholy, filled with dynamic guitar work and fierce vocals. The song is about realizing when enough is enough, that changes have to be made and at the same time being fully aware of the difficulties such changes most certainly will bring.

Stream the new single “Better Days” here: https://orcd.co/ltb_betterdays

ENDONOMOS Sign to Argonauta Records & Share First Single ‘Wither And Thrive’ from Upcoming Album

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Up-and coming death doom metal act ENDONOMOS has inked a worldwide record deal with Argonauta Records for the release of their upcoming debut album during 2022!

ENDONOMOS is the brainchild of Austrian multi-instrumentalist, producer and session musician Lukas Haidinger, who is mostly known for playing extreme metal in bands such as Profanity, Nervecell, Distaste and many more, but as a longtime doomer, he finally brought his sinister yet melodic sound to tape.

Of what started as a one man’s urge to craft menacing yet epic death doom, turned into a full group of dedicated musicians in 2021. Along with some of his closest friends to accompany Haidinger on this new adventure, namely Armin Schweiger (drums), Philipp Forster (guitars) and Christoph Steinlechner (guitars), ENDONOMOS are currently gearing up for the release of their blistering, first full-length coming soon on Argonauta Records. Today, the band has already unleashed a first track taken from their self-titled debut!

OBSIDIOUS Share Bass Play-Through for ‘Sense of Lust’

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Bass player Linus Klausenitzer of progressive metal outfit OBSIDIOUS is now releasing a bass play-through for the band’s latest single, “Sense of Lust.” The track is taken from the band’s upcoming debut album, which will be released later this year via Season of Mist! Stay tuned for more details! The video can be seen via the official Ibanez YouTube HERE.

Linus comments on the video: “The Obsidian is a jet black and heavy stone. These characteristics are perfectly represented by our new song ‘Sense Of Lust’ as well by the new Ibanez ‘Iron Label’ bass. The studio recording of the song is actually played mostly with a fretless bass. However, for this play through video I wanted to create an alternative sound by using this fretted bass. I hope you enjoy the intensity of the riffs and the bass sound as much as I do!“

Recently, Season of Mist announced the signing of OBSIDIOUS which was accompanied by the band’s first single ‘Iconic’.

In April 2020 guitarist Rafael Trujillo, bassist Linus Klausenitzer and drummer Sebastian Lanser decided to move on from their former band OBSCURA to continue their musical path with the completely new band OBSIDIOUS. Free from former boundaries, OBSIDIOUS merge extreme metal with other genres of music into a unique style that people will somehow find familiar, but haven‘t heard yet. Together with their singer Javi Perera they set out to create a musical evolution: With a fresh name, reaching for new fan groups utilizing modern marketing ideas. OBSIDIOUS’ band members have many facets and influences to build upon, using virtuosity & technique to write great songs. 

Rafael Trujillo, Linus Klausenitzer and Sebastian Lanser built a strong bond after years of worldwide touring and recording together with OBSCURA. With their last record “Diluvium”, that was primarily composed by the trio, the band celebrated their biggest success to date. Formerly unseen chart positions alongside massive praise by prominent media outlets & magazines document the success of this team. OBSIDIOUS aims to expand the existing fan base that they’ve gained: All (ex-)formations of the Obsidious members were defined through their musical characters. 

The four band members that are based in Europe are known for their high musicianship and virtuosity. Their advanced technical level is an essential and unique part of their compositions. Guitarist Rafael Trujillo has a multicultural background and studied music in different countries all around the globe. Linus Klausenitzer is one of the busiest session bassists in the scene and renowned for his 7-string fretless bass sound. Strong drum independence skills and stylistic diversity make Sebastian Lanser one of the most influential drummers of the new generation. The web community shares the Ex-Obscura members’ excitement about singer Javi Perera being celebrated for his diverse and charismatic vocal skills.

OBSIDIOUS‘ music consists of modern riffs, strong decisive energetic melodies, virtuosity and epic unison lines. They love music that’s heavy, catchy, fast, and wild. The brand new album is currently being recorded and will be released via Season of Mist early 2022.