Michael Sweet: “New Stryper Album To be More Groove Oriented Metal, Aiming At End of 2022 Release”

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Jimmy Kay and Alan Dixon from Canada’s The Metal Voice recently spoke to STRYPER‘s Michael Sweet. Sweet spoke about the upcoming Stryper album.

When asked about the upcoming new Stryper album
“The options for the new album were to postpone it because of my eye. I have a long road to recovery to be able to see out of this eye so I am going to be wearing a patch for a while. I realized when I started writing the album just two and a half three weeks ago, it’s a lot more difficult to play as well. Your perception and hand placement that falls on the guitar neck and everything is off a little bit. I decided we are not going to put the album off because that just makes no sense for too many people It’s not just me that is involved there are many people that are involved and that is going to alter everyone’s plans and schedules and so I made a decision we are going to push on and do it and we’re doing it. The guys fly out in two weeks and we start rehearsals on the 25th of January. We are going to rehearse two songs and then go and record them, then rehearse two songs and record them, we are doing it a little differently this time. Maybe it will be a little more metal because of the eye patch. 

When asked what will the new album sound like?
“I always go back to Soldiers Under Command when I do a new album and somehow try to recapture a little bit of that energy and that raw power but I always want to record something new. This album has its own signature on it already I can tell you that. I don’t want to compare it to Guns N’ Roses but it’s got a little bit more of that raw groove oriented but it’s metal all the way.  There is no official piano, acoustic  ballad on this album.”

When asked how many songs on the album and the lyrical themes?
“Eleven songs on this album. The lyrics are already  being written in an unusual way and I will leave it at that. There is a little bit of a spin on the lyrics.”

When asked when the time frame will be for the new album
“We will turn it in in mid April 2022, if all goes well and if I had to guess the release and I can’t say for sure I would say the end of the year, maybe October, November of 2022.”

EUGE VALOVIRTA Releases New Official Playthrough Music Video ‘The Boogie Boy’

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EUGE VALOVIRTA (Cyhra, Red Wolf) has released a new official playthrough music video for ‘The Boogie Boy’, now available on all major digital platforms: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/eugevalovirta/the-boogie-boy.

Euge comments:
“I’ve been publishing videos on my YouTube channel quite often for the past two years since we haven’t been able to tour with Cyhra for the obvious reasons. Most of my videos starts with an intro song written specifically for that video about a certain amp, effect pedal etc. and ‘The Boogie Boy’ started as one of those.

The title comes from the amps I used on the song; my Mesa/Boogie Mark V and my old Marshall JCM800 2203 (The Bad Boy). It’s also a reference to John Sykes, one of my all time favourite guitarists, since he was/is also known to use Boogie & Marshall amps and blend them (in the studio), like I did with this one, to get that pretty huge tone.

I’ve been asked quite many times that are those intro songs available anywhere and ten of them are on my second solo album ‘Shooting From The Hip’ (2020). But I’ve written so many songs after the release of that album so I just thought that I’ll start to put them out every once in a while which someday will lead to the release of my third solo album. And some of the songs will appear on the next Cyhra album which we’ll start to record in early 2022″.

‘The Boogie Boy’ written by Euge Valovirta
All instruments by Euge Valovirta
Recorded, mixed & mastered by Euge Valovirta at 230V Studio, Allschwil, Switzerland

More information at:
● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eugeofficial/
● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/euge230v/
● Twitter: https://twitter.com/Euge230V
● Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2O7wb0r

KILL ALL THE GENTLEMEN Release New Single/Official Video ‘Eyes For Medusa’

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UK metal group KILL ALL THE GENTLEMEN welcome in 2022 with the release of the first material taken from their upcoming album Black Canvas, released via Sliptrick Records on February 1st, 2022. The single is the track Eyes For Medusa (featuring Grace Gillan) and is accompanied with an official video showing the band in full flow.

Eyes For Medusa tells the tale of a misunderstood goddess. Once beautiful then cursed out of jealousy. It’s a tainted love story between victim and killer. As the line suggests having “eyes for Medusa, I will seduce her”. “I’ve laid my bed and you’re giving head” she still gets beheaded but she was given new eyes seeing love again and not turning someone to stone.

The video was recorded by Charlie Smith at Mind Art Visual in Tazma Studios, Devon, England and the song features guest vocals written and performed by Grace Gillan.

DARK FUNERAL Present New Single + Video ‘Let The Devil In’

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Today Swedish black metal pioneers “DARK FUNERAL” present the first single and video “Let The Devil In”, taken off their upcoming full-length album “We Are The Apocalypse”, which will be released on March 18th, 2022 via Century Media Records.

The unforgiving darkness of this brand-new track perfectly fits the gory and sinister atmosphere of the video – filmed, directed and edited by Grupa13 – giving a good foretaste of what you can expect from “We Are The Apocalypse”.

Guitarist and band founder Lord Ahriman states, “It is with great pleasure that we can hereby offer you a first taste of our upcoming album ‘We Are The Apocalypse’ with the track ‘Let The Devil In’. It may be a slightly different song from us, but it still holds the true darkness and spirit that is Dark Funeral. It was obvious to all of us that this would be the song that we set the bar with and premiere first. The song also comes with a video, which we recorded in Wroclaw, Poland together with Grupa13. It really was a great pleasure to work with such a professional team. The result is outstanding and fits this completely dark story that is ‘Let The Devil In’ very well.”

Ahriman further adds, “To me, ‘Let The Devil In’ comes in as a proof of the great deeds you can achieve when you turn to your innermost darkness and in harmony become one with your inner devil. ENJOY the darkness!”

The pre-order of “We Are The Apocalypse” starts today, here.

DARK FUNERAL also offer an exclusive Ltd. “Let The Devil In” T-Shirt. Get yours HERE: http://www.diaboliswear.com

Tracklisting of “We Are The Apocalypse”:

  1. Nightfall
  2. Let The Devil In
  3. When Our Vengeance Is Done
  4. Nosferatu
  5. When I’m Gone
  6. Beyond The Grave
  7. A Beast To Praise
  8. Leviathan
  9. We Are The Apocalypse

But not enough, DARK FUNERAL will play a very special album release show on March 19th, 2022 at Fållan in Stockholm, Sweden, supported by special guest Samael and support act Eleine.

The show will also be streamed online. Streaming tickets will be available soon.

Order your tickets HERE: https://www.tickster.com/sv/events/khf2c5zuwm68att

To stay updated just follow the link HERE https://fb.me/e/136d8fLrL where a steady stream of information about the release show will be provided.

BECKO Releases Blistering New Single ‘666Skincare’

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Combining his love of anime and music, rising trap metal artist BECKO releases a new blistering single, “666Skincare.” Featuring a blend of his signature screaming vocals, distorted synths, electronic beats, and heavy guitar riffs “666Skincare” draws heavily on a fusion of industrial and electronic influences showcasing the artist’s full creative range.  

“666Skincare” is out now on all platforms from the independent multi-genre label FiXT.

“666skincare” is a trap metal dark song with industrial and electronic influences. The lyrics are about religion, social media, and our present days.” – Becko

Purchase/Stream: https://outnow.io/t/666skincare

Rising from the ashes of post hardcore band Hopes Die Last, Italian multi-genre producer, musician, and vocalist Marco Calanca created Becko as a solo project, uniting influences of EDM, Hip-Hop, Industrial, and Emo-Rock.
With previous releases under his belt with labels ranging from Warner Italy and Universal Italy, to Monstercat, Lowly Palace, and Smash the House since 2014, Becko found a new home in early 2020, signing a multi-album deal with the independent, artist-owned/operated USA-based electronic-rock label FiXT, founded by genre-pioneering artist & producer Klayton (Celldweller, Circle of Dust).
In 2020, Becko released the full-length album INNER SELF, as a triumphant fusion of trap & metal. In early 2021 Becko released “Otaku Pride” with plans for more singles throughout the year.

ABYSMAL DAWN Share Music Video for Re-recording of ‘Blacken the Sky’

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Los Angeles death metal titans ABYSMAL DAWN will be releasing a new EP, ‘Nightmare Frontier,’ on February 4, 2022 via Season of Mist! The band is now sharing a brand new version of the song “Blacken the Sky,” which was mixed, mastered, and recorded by ABSYMAL DAWN guitarist/vocalist Charles Elliott. The re-recording can be found along with a lyric video at THIS LOCATION.

Regarding the decision to re-record the track, Elliott explains, “When it came time to record this EP we started discussing re-recording an older track. After a bit of back and forth, we all ended up voting for ‘Blacken The Sky.’ That was actually the first song I ever wrote for Abysmal Dawn, and it seemed sort of fitting to update it a little for a new era. Enjoy!”

Pre-orders for ‘Nightmare Frontier’ are now live at the Season of Mist E-Shop, Abysmal Dawn Bandcamp, and Abysmal Dawn Store. The single and EP can be pre-saved across all streaming services HERE.

Moreover, ABYSMAL DAWN will be embarking on an extensive North American tour as direct support for OBSCURA at the start of next year! The trek will kick off in San Diego, CA on February 3 and will conclude on March 23 in Fresno, CA! Tickets are on sale NOW! The full run of dates can be found below!

‘Nightmare Frontier’ follows up 2020’s critically-acclaimed album, ‘Phylogenesis.’ The album was named one of the best albums of 2020 by Metal Injection, Metal Insider (#7), Teeth of the Divine, Cursed Zine, and more! In addition, drummer James Coppolino is listed as one of Sick Drummer Magazine‘s favorite drummers of 2020 and the band’s song “Soul Sick Nation” was among Loudwire‘s “66 Best Metal Songs of 2020.”

‘Nightmare Frontier’ was mixed and mastered by Charles Elliott at Tastemaker Audio. Drums were engineered by John Haddad at Trench Studios, while tracking for all instruments was handled by Elliott.

The artwork for ‘Nightmare Frontier’ was created by Par Olofson.

Tracklist:
01. A Nightmare Slain (4:43) [WATCH]
02. Blacken The Sky (4:15) [WATCH]
03. Behind Space (3:37)
04. Bewitched (6:43)
Total running time: 00:19:20

ABYSMAL DAWN Tour Dates
A Valediction North America 2022
(w/ OBSCURA, VALE OF PNATH, + INTERLOPER)
02/03: San Diego, CA @ Brick by Brick [TICKETS]
02/04: Mesa, AZ @ Nile Theater [TICKETS]
02/05: Los Angeles, CA @ 1720 [TICKETS] **Hometown Show**
02/06: Las Vegas, NV @ Backstage Bar [TICKETS]
02/07: Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge [TICKETS]
02/08: Denver, CO @ The Oriental Theater [TICKETS]
02/10: Oklahoma City, OK @ Whisky Nights [TICKETS]
02/11: Austin, TX @ Come and Take it Live [TICKETS]
02/12: Dallas, TX @ Amplified live [TICKETS]
02/13: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live [TICKETS]
02/14: New Orleans, LA @ Santos [TICKETS]
02/16: Orlando, FL @ The Haven [TICKETS]
02/17: West Palm Beach, FL @ Respectable Street [TICKETS]
02/18: Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum [TICKETS]
02/19: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Hell) [TICKETS]
02/20: Nashville, TN @ The Basement East [TICKETS]
02/21: Knoxville, TN @ Barley’s Knoxville [TICKETS]
02/22: Virginia Beach, VA @ Elevation 27 [TICKETS]
02/23: Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage [TICKETS]
02/24: Harrisburg, PA @ HMAC [TICKETS]
02/25: Brooklyn, NY @ Knitting Factory [TICKETS]
02/26: Boston, MA @ Sonia [TICKETS]
02/27: Hartford, CT @ Webster Underground [TICKETS]
02/28: Quebec City, QB @ Imperial Bell [TICKETS]
03/01: Montreal, QB @ Les Foufounes Électriques [TICKETS]
03/02: Ottawa, ON @ Maverick’s [TICKETS]
03/03: Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Palace [TICKETS]
03/04: Rochester, NY @ Montage Music Hall [TICKETS]
03/05: Pittsburg, PA @ Preserving Underground [TICKETS]
03/06: Indianapolis, IN @ Emerson Theatre [TICKETS]
03/07: Louisville, LA @ Diamond Concert Hall [TICKETS]
03/08: Detroit, MI @ The Sanctuary [TICKETS]
03/09: Chicago, IL @ Reggies [TICKETS]
03/10: Milwaukee, WI @ X-Ray [TICKETS]
03/11: St. Paul, MN @ Turf Club [TICKETS]
03/12: Winnipeg, MB @ Park Theater [TICKETS]
03/14: Calgary, AB @ Dickens [TICKETS]
03/15: Edmonton, AB @ Starlite Room [TICKETS]
03/17: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theater [TICKETS]
03/18: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon [TICKETS]
03/19: Portland, OR @ Dante’s [TICKETS]
03/21: Santa Cruz, CA @ The Catalyst 
03/22: Petaluma, CA @ Phoenix Theater [TICKETS]
03/23: Fresno, CA @ Full Circle [TICKETS]