Alternative rockers THE NEW DEATH CULT are back with a big and driving banger ‘Alive’ – the first single from their upcoming 2nd album ‘Supernatural’ (due early 2022). Listen to the single here: https://orcd.co/tndcalive
Having cut the takes at the scenic Ocean Sound Studios (Giske island, Norway), it’s evident that the band has been honing in on the eclectic 90’s vibe meets modern rock sound that earned their 2019 debut praise in The Guardian’s “50 New Artists for 2020”, describing it as “smoky, soulful sweetness”.
“This song is about finding your true spirit, your inner voice, and the physical coming to life that this feeling represents. Summertime really seems to be nature’s ultimate expression of that aliveness, where everything has come into being and just is, existing beautifully together. Alive is one of the new songs that we’ve had the opportunity to play live for some time before entering the studio. We feel that this one carries that same organic live energy and vibe with it” says Jon Vegard Naess (Vocals/Guitar).
With the world around us re-opening, it seems that ‘Alive’ embodies this spirit of reawakening at the perfect time… Play it loud!
Helsinki, Finland’s THY ROW, which is helmed by Metal De Facto and Everfrost vocalist Mikael Salo will be releasing the debut album “Unchained” on September 24th, 2021 via Rockshots Records.
Founded in 2017, the band made their first entry on the Finnish scene with their 2019 independently released self-titled EP. The record’s lead single “The Round” reached over 110K streams on Spotify and added to the EP’s overall praise that gave the group the opportunity to tour Japan in 2019 with Beast In Black and Swallow The Sun.
Ready to follow up the success of that EP, Thy Row’s first full-length offers up a fresh mix of the finest heavy metal with modern hard rock that every metalhead can bang their heads to. With ten tracks plus a bonus cover of X Japan’s “Blue Blood” for its Japanese release, there are lots of great melodies spiced up with shakin’ riffs that are sure to encourage fans to turn up their stereo knobs all the way to eleven and enjoy.
“Our fans have waited for this album since we released our EP. We showed everyone that we are a force to be reckoned with and this record is going to prove that to everyone.” comments bassist Juho Jokimies.
Those who love classic heavy metal and curious to hear it taken to new frontiers with a raw and emotional sound can watch the music video for “Road Goes On” via Rockshots Records YouTube channel:
“Road Goes On” music video was filmed last summer in Sipoo and the Malmi Airport in Helsinki, Finland.
“The whole production was established entirely by ourselves, although we got great help from our friends and families. All the amazing love and support made it possible for us to achieve this massive output. At the end of the filming day, one of our crew members even got hospitalized because of the tough day and the heat.”
The track itself was written in Ko Kut, Thailand in a bungalow by guitarist Ville Vase with a $100 acoustic he had purchased from the Chinese market area. He got an idea to create a simple and catchy headbanger and on his return back to Finland, Ville showcased the song to vocalist Mikael Salo who wrote its captivating melodies and lyrics to create an unforgettable tune.
“‘Road Goes On’ talks about the strength required to truly be yourself, and to celebrate your own identity. This is a lifelong struggle for most of us, and it is not an easy walk to walk. It is an anthem of loving yourself and believing in your dreams, no matter how hard someone is trying to pull you down!” adds Mikael Salo.
THY ROW‘s “Unchained” is due out Sept 24th via Rockshots Records and Rubicon Music in Japan and available for pre-order at the following link – http://bit.ly/UnchainedCD
“Unchained” features guest artists Ben Varon (Oceanhoarse, ex-Amoral), Ilja Jalkanen (Raskasta Joulua, Kiuas), and Teemu Mäntysaari (Wintersun, Smackbound). The full length is mixed by Jussi Kraft (Starkraft Studio) and partly by Nino Laurenne (Sonic Pump Studios). Mastering was handled by Grammy-nominated Svante Forsbäck of Chartmakers Mastering (Rammstein, Volbeat).
The story behind the record is the telling of Thy Row becoming a band and the tale of their collective brotherhood as they grow and learn from one another. Many of the tracks deal with personal matters from each member.
“Creating this album was a long and a hard process, but it was also a road we wanted to walk to be able to present this music to the people. With a guitar case in hand, not knowing each other originally, we became friends and we made this album with pure innocent passion and love for the music. Every song, every story is connected to our lives and our friendship, and we hold this piece very close to our hearts! Each one of us gave our best and more, developing as musicians and people in the process. None of us wanted to compromise in any area, and that made the creation process extremely long and difficult. However, we feel that our debut album is a victory of not giving up, supporting your team members when the going gets tough, and crossing the finishing line with pride and determination. The story, the sound and the process are the epitome of our lives, thoughts and experiences from those times we were making this album, and we hope that people will enjoy this ride we have to offer!”
Track Listing: 1. Road Goes On 2. The Round (ft. Teemu Mäntysaari) 3. Unchained 4. Horizons 5. Hidebound (ft. Ben Varon & Ilja Jalkanen) 6. Just Fine 7. Down On My Knees (ft. Ben Varon) 8. The Downfall, Part 1: Killing All Inside 9. The Downfall, Part 2: Beyond Reason 10. The Downfall, Part 3: Fragments Of Memory 11. Blue Blood (X Japan Cover) *Japanese Bonus Track
Album Credits (music, cover/art, production) All songs arranged by Thy Row Producer on tracks 1, 3, 4, 7, 10, 11: Ville Vase Producer on tracks 2, 5, 6, 8, 9: Sami Inkiläinen Vocal producer: Jussi Kraft Guitar solo producer: Ben Varon Recording engineers: Jussi Kraft, Ville Vase, Sami Inkiläinen, Mikael Salo, Jarno Hänninen Bass and drums recorded at D-Studio Mixing: Jussi Kraft, Nino Laurenne Mastering: Svante Forsbäck (Chartmakers Mastering) Synth arrangement/programming: Ville Vase, Jussi Kraft, Sauli Aalto Additional guitars: Ben Varon, Jussi Kraft, Teemu Mäntysaari Additional vocals: Ilja Jalkanen, Nino Laurenne Bass on tracks 2, 5, 6: Lauri Hämäläinen Cover artwork illustration: Tony Kaikkonen Cover artwork graphic design: Ville Vase Booklet layout: Jarmo Paabo, Juho Jokimies Band photos: Sanna Kaesmae
Canadian tech death titans BEYOND CREATION have launched the pre-sales for their brand new signature beer! In collaboration with Vox&Hops’ Brewtal North America, BEYOND CREATION‘s “ENTRE STOUT ET MIRAGE” brew will be released on June 22 via Quebec-based microbrewery Overhop Canada. The beer and a special bundle, which includes an engraved BEYOND CREATION beer stein, can be pre-ordered HERE.
BEYOND CREATION comments:
“YES, the time has come!
“It is with great honor and excitement that we are officially launching the PRE-SALE of Beyond Creation’s beer, ‘ENTRE STOUT ET MIRAGE.’
“For the occasion, we teamed up with the amazing OverHop Canada and Vox&Hops to create this complex, delicious and refreshing Stout beer! Brewed with authentic Brazilian coffee beans and then fermented with a Brazilian Amburana wood, this 6% Stout Beer offers delightful aromas which we are sure will surprise you!
“We decided to offer you guys a special package which contain our delicious beer but also an engraved Beyond Creation glass which will only be available through this link. We only have limited amount of beer and glass units so now is the time.
“ALSO: The first client buying the COMBO of a 4 PACK beer and a GLASS will receive a box of the VOX&HOPS BREWTAL NORTH AMERICA hot sauce!🔥”
Brewtal North America is presented by IndieMerchstore, fueled by Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. & supported by Yakima Chief Hops! Vox & Hops host Matt McGachy have paired 22 Vox&Hops Alumni with metal breweries to create unique collaborative craft beers for their bands. More information can be found HERE.
BEYOND CREATION’s ‘Algorythm’ can be streamed, downloaded, and bought HERE.
Philadelphia’s Traditional American Heavy Metal band, CORNERS OF SANCTUARY (COS), release their new video “Calling A New Day;” capping off the very successful campaign for “Blood and Steel: Volume One” as the band gears up to roll out the 2nd part of the double issue, “Blood And Steel” Volume Two later this summer.
”Calling a New Day’ is a song about knowing that even when things seem bleak, possibly even final…they can turn around…there is a light at the end of the tunnel…we just need to keep looking for it. Having hope can make all the difference.” Mick Michaels (Guitar) Corners Of Sanctuary
“Blood And Steel” Volume One is the first of the two part EP series which takes the band to a grittier, even darker musical landscape to showcase their original modern-classic Heavy Metal sound and style and the upcoming Volume Two offers more of the same. Produced by COS founder, primary songwriter and guitarist Mick Michaels and mastered by Blood Feast guitarist and studio owner and engineer, CJ Scioscia (who has worked with Ross the Boss and Mike LePond of Symphony X). “Blood and Steel: Volume One” offers a new take on the band’s signature sound and style. Maintaining their traditionally inspired riffing and arrangements, this release delivers an ongoing battery of classically fueled thump and drive from the collective efforts of members: Bassist James Pera, Drummer Mad T, Guitarist Mick Michaels and Vocalist Frankie Cross.
Corners of Sanctuary has struck a major chord with headbangers worldwide who thrive and desire the classic sound of Heavy Metal for the modern age. Because of their hard work and determination, the band has partnerships with several companies which include endorsements from GHS Strings, Coffin Cases, Samsun Cymbals, Sinister Guitar Picks, The Sweet Spots, Sledgepad Innovations, CooperGroove Percussion, George L’s Guitar Cables and Fireplant Guitars. In addition to clothing and accessories deals with Vagabond Entertainment Group, Vagabond Shwag and Apparel and Metal Babe Mayhem.
Produced by Mick Michaels Recorded and Mixed at Magic Ears Studios, PA *Narration recorded at Rising Sun Studios II, PA Additional backing vocals by M. Michaels Mastered by CJ Scioscia at Le Chateau Bow Wow Recording, NJ
Artwork Layout and Design by A Creations Productions Photograph by AMA Photography
Photo by Jens Howorka / Blendfabrik and reworked by Gyula Havanscak
German Heavy Metal supergroup HELLRYDER have released a lyric video for “Sacrifice In Paradise”.
The debut full-length album “The Devil Is A Gambler” was released three weeks ago and able to celebrate a considerable success with a Top 200 album chart placement in their home country Germany, but the ride through hell is not over yet! HELLRYDER go full throttle again and follow up with the lyric video for “Sacrifice In Paradise”, one of the more faster tracks of the album and always true to their slogan DIRTY KICK ASS HEAVY METAL!
Black Lion Records are excited to announce their #100 release. The second compilation album with some of their best recent tracks. CD will be available in late July. The digital copy can be acquired for free at the label’s bandcamp. Cover artwork created by Simon Bossert.
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Disc 1 1 Ablaze My Sorrow – Among Ashes and Monoliths 2 Desolator – The Human Condition 3 Tethra – Cold Blue Nebula 4 Vesperian Sorrow – The Forever Vortex 5 AEolian – We Humans 6 Krow – Nothng but Flesh and Bones 7 Marrowfields – Birth of the Liberator 8 Totengeflüster – On Carrion Wings 9 Stortregn – Inner Black Flame) 10 Re-Armed – Voyager 11 Godhead Machinery – Vulture Excarnation 12 Blackning – Lies That Blind
Disc 2 1 This Ending – Hell to Hell 2 Ghosts Of Atlantis – The Third Pillar 3 Ildaruni – Boundless Numen, Gardens Of Ardini 4 Maestitium – Song of the Freezing Wind 5 Mother Of All – We Don’t Agree 6 Saille – Charnel Chamber 7 Ghostheart Nebula – Chrysalis 8 Wormlight – The Whispering Night 9 Daemonicus – To Poison Everything 10 Kvaen – The Funeral Pyre 11 Iatt – December 28th 12 Avdagta – Slutets fas 13 Depressed – Chaotic Misanthropic Order
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