Los Angeles’ death metal masters ABYSMAL DAWN will be hosting a worldwide virtual listening party for their new album, ‘Phylogenesis’, which will take place today, April 14, @ 11:00 A.M. PDT // 2:00 P.M. // 20:00 CEST. All four members of the band will be present for a live Q&A during the stream. You can tune in at THIS LOCATION.
ABYSMAL DAWN comments: “Unfortunately, our listening parties in NYC and Los Angeles had to be cancelled for obvious and understandable reasons. To try and make up for it, we’ll be hosting a live stream of our new album and virtual Q&A with the band on Tuesday. So if you’re going a little stir crazy, let’s listen to some metal and have a bit of fun.”
ABYSMAL DAWN previously released “The Path of the Totalitarian,” the second single from their forthcoming fifth studio album, ‘Phylogenesis.’ The song is available along with an accompanying 360° visualizer at THIS LOCATION.
‘Phylogenesis’ is the first new music from ABYSMAL DAWN in six years! The record is out on April 17 via Season of Mist, making it the band’s debut to the label. Pre-order it HERE.
Track-list
1. Mundane Existence
2. The Path of The Totalitarian
3. Hedonistic
4. A Speck in The Fabric of Eternity
5. Coerced Evolution
6. True to The Blind
7. Soul-Sick Nation
8. The Lament Configuration
9. Flattening of Emotions (DEATH cover)
The artwork for ‘Phylogenesis’ was created by Par Olofson.
Los Angeles’ death metal masters ABYSMAL DAWN have unleashed “Soul-Sick Nation”, the third and final single from their upcoming release, ‘Phylogenesis’. The album is due on April 17, making it the band’s debut to Season of Mist. “Soul-Sick Nation” can be heard at THIS LOCATION.
Vocalist/guitarist/lyricist Charles Elliott comments:
“This is a super heavy and groovy one. It’s the first time we’ve used 7 string guitars and the first time we’ve tuned to A standard. Lyrically the song deals with inner demons and the mental health epidemic. Something that has touched so many people in my life, including myself.
“On a more uplifting note, the song features three ripping solos. One from our very own Vito Petroni (solo #2), and two from Fredrik Folkare (solos #1 and #2) of Unleashed and Firespawn! It was a great honor to have Fredrik play on our record; he’s an absolute beast of player. We played some shows in South America in late 2018, and asked him to play on our record after a night of drinking probably too much Pisco. So happy it worked out because he laid down something truly special. Enjoy!”
ABYSMAL DAWN previously released “The Path of the Totalitarian,” the second single from their forthcoming fifth studio album, ‘Phylogenesis.’ The song is available along with an accompanying 360° visualizer at THIS LOCATION.
‘Phylogenesis’ is the first new music from ABYSMAL DAWN in six years! The record is out on April 17 via Season of Mist, making it the band’s debut to the label. Pre-order it HERE.
Track-list
1. Mundane Existence
2. The Path of The Totalitarian
3. Hedonistic
4. A Speck in The Fabric of Eternity
5. Coerced Evolution
6. True to The Blind
7. Soul-Sick Nation
8. The Lament Configuration
9. Flattening of Emotions (DEATH cover)
The artwork for ‘Phylogenesis’ was created by Par Olofson.
Los Angeles’ death metal masters ABYSMAL DAWN have released “The Path of the Totalitarian”, the second single from their forthcoming fifth studio album, ‘Phylogenesis’. The song is available along with an accompanying 360° visualizer at THIS LOCATION.
‘Phylogenesis’ is the first new music from ABYSMAL DAWN in six years! The record is out on April 17 via Season of Mist, making it the band’s debut to the label. Pre-order it HERE.
Cover Art: Pär Olofsson
Track-list
1. Mundane Existence
2. The Path of The Totalitarian
3. Hedonistic
4. A Speck in The Fabric of Eternity
5. Coerced Evolution
6. True to The Blind
7. Soul-Sick Nation
8. The Lament Configuration
9. Flattening of Emotions (DEATH cover)
The artwork for ‘Phylogenesis’ was created by Par Olofson.
In addition to the album announcement, ABYSMAL DAWN will be hosting an exclusive listening party along with MMA Fighter/Pro Wrestler Josh Barnett on Thursday, April 16 at 10:00 P.M. at Cha Cha Lounge in the band’s hometown of Los Angeles, CA. There will be chances to win an ESP guitar and Season of Mist swag. Admission is free and the event is open to the public. You can RSVP HERE.
ABYSMAL DAWN are currently touring North America in support of VADER. The remaining dates are as follows:
ABYSMAL DAWN North American Tour Dates
Supporting Vader (w/ Hideous Divinity and Vitriol):
02/26: Portland, OR @ Bossanova Ballroom [TICKETS // EVENT PAGE]
02/27: Oakland, CA @ Metro Opera House [TICKETS // EVENT PAGE]
02/28: Los Angeles, CA @ 1720 [TICKETS // EVENT PAGE] **Hometown show**
ABYSMAL DAWN ‘Phylogenesis’ Listening Party:
04/16: Los Angeles, CA @ Cha Cha Lounge [EVENT LINK]
Californian extreme metal stalwarts of ABYSMAL DAWN are now premiering the very first brutal track of their long anticipated new full length “Phylogenesis”. The new death metal offering will be released on April 17, 2020 via Season of Mist. ‘Hedonistic’ is now streaming via the official Season of Mist YouTube channel HERE. The link may be freely spread throughout your channels.
ABYSMAL DAWN comment: “So here we are, album number five, 6 years after the release of our last album! It took a long time to get here but I can say without a doubt, this one is worth the wait. We pushed the limits of all the musicians in this band and everyone is extremely proud. We finally get to release the first single today and can’t wait for you all to hear the whole thing.”The album title Phylogenesis (fīlōˈjenəsəs) basically refers to an evolution of a species in biology. It could be applied to how we’ve evolved for the better as a band, but also how humanity has evolved for the worse. Lyrically the album became sort of concept album some what unintentionally. It deals a lot with things we encounter in our modern society and the maddening effect it has on the individual. “Hedonistic” in particular is somewhat inspired by Maslow’s Hierachy of Needs and that true happiness lies in purpose, not material pursuits. “Thank you to all our fans that have supported us in our absence and waited patiently. This album is for you just as much as it is for us. Truly, thank you from the bottom of our black hearts. We’ll see you on the road with Vader, Hideous Divinity and Vitriol soon and expect even more of us in 2020!”
Track-list
1. Mundane Existence
2. The Path of The Totalitarian
3. Hedonistic
4. A Speck in The Fabric of Eternity
5. Coerced Evolution
6. True to The Blind
7. Soul-Sick Nation
8. The Lament Configuration
9. Flattening of Emotions (DEATH cover)
Guest Musician:
Fredrik Folkare [UNLEASHED, FIRESPAWN, etc.] appears on “Soul-Sick Nation”
Polish extreme metal legends VADER have just announced a North American headlining tour, kicking off on February 4th in San Diego, CA. The special guests on the tour are ABYSMAL DAWN And HIDEOUS DIVINITY. See below the full tour itinerary.
Frontman Piotr “Peter” Wiwczarek stated: “VADERMANIAX in North America! I am so excited to inform you all about our come back to USA and Canada after almost three years. 2020 is very special for VADER and that’s why we are so proud to start on your continent. In cooperation with Continental Concerts, Massive Music and Nuclear Blast, we will visit 23 cities in February and we will indeed bring madness for you. Three albums have anniversaries and we’ll focus on those: De Profundis – 25 years; Litany – 20 years and The Art of War – 15 years. We will definitely play some tunes from our last record Thy Messenger and something real fresh from VADER’s upcoming album. ARE YOU READY?!“
04.02.2020 – CA San Diego / Brick by Brick
05.02.2020 – AZ Mesa / Club Red
06.02.2020 – TX El Paso / Rockhouse
07.02.2020 – TX Austin / Come and take it!
08.02.2020 – TX Dallas / Gas Monkey
09.02.2020 – TX Houston / Warehouse Live Studio
11.02.2020 – FL Orlando / The Haven
12.02.2020 – NC Fayetteville / The Drunk Horse Pub
13.02.2020 – PA Philadelphia / Milkboy
14.02.2020 – NY Brooklyn / The Warsaw
15.02.2020 – NH Manchester / Jewel Nightclub
16.02.2020 – QC Quebec City / Le D’Auteuil
17.02.2020 – QC Montreal / Foufounes Electriques
18.02.2020 – ON Toronto / Velvet Underground
19.02.2020 – MI Detroit / Sanctuary
20.02.2020 – Il Chicago / Reggies
21.02.2020 – MN Minneapolis / Skyway Theatre
22.02.2020 – MO Kansas City / The Riot Room
23.02.2020 – CO Denver / Marquis Theatre
25.02.2020 – WA Seattle / Club Sur
26.02.2020 – OR Portland / Bossanova Ballroom
27.02.2020 – CA Oakland / Metro Opera House
28.02.2020 – CA Los Angeles / 1720
Just recently VADER announced a special European Anniversary Tour 2020, with guests DEFILED, CHRONOSPHERE and FALLCIE.
Tour dates:
07.03.2020 GER – Osnabruck / Bastard
08.03.2020 BEL – Arlon / l’Entrepôt
09.03.2020 UK – London / Underworld
10.03.2020 HOL – Rotterdam / Baroeg
11.03.2020 BEL – Lokeren / Sport & Jeugdcomplex
12.03.2020 HOL – Amersfoort / Fluor033
13.03.2020 GER- Leipzig / Stadtbad
14.03.2020 GER – Marsberg / Metal Diver Festival
15.03.2020 GER – Mannheim / MS Connexion Complex
16.03.2020 CH – Martigny / Sunset
17.03.2020 CH – Martigny / Sunset
18.03.2020 ITA – Milano / Slaughter House
19.03.2020 ITA – San Dova di Piave / Revolver
20.03.2020 CRO – Zagrzeb / Mochvara
21.03.2020 A – Wien / Viper Room
22.03.2020 SK – Kosice / Colloseum
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VADER released their latest effort, “Thy Messenger” EP on May 31st 2019 via Nuclear Blast.
Watch below the lyric video for “Steeler”, a tribute to the embodyment of british steel, JUDAS PRIEST!
“Thy Messenger” was recorded over a week-long period in January and February at Hertz Studio in Białystok, Poland under the supervision of the Wiesławski Brothers. The cover art was painted by Wes Benscoter, who previously worked with VADER on the “De Profundis” LP and has collaborated with such bands as SLAYER, KREATOR and SINISTER.
Legendary Swedish Black Metal outfit MARDUK will return to North America once again as they have revealed dates this fall for the “Frontschwein North America Tour: Part 2”!
Featuring support from death metal troupes Incantation and Abysmal Dawn, the tour will kick-off in Los Angeles on August 18, traveling southeast across the U.S., before voyaging across the border to Canada and making their final stop in Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec on September 3.
“Frontschwein North America Part 2” Dates:
8/18 Los Angeles, CA – Union #
8/20 San Diego, CA – Brick by Brick #
8/21 El Paso, TX – Rockhouse Bar #
8/22 San Antonio, TX – Korova #
8/23 Dallas, TX – Gas Monkey #
8/24 Kansas City, MO – The Riot Room #
8/25 Joliet, IL – The Forge #
8/26 Detroit, MI – Harpos #
8/27 Reading, PA – Reverb #
8/28 Frederick, MD – Cafe 611 #
8/29 New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre #
8/30 Boston, MA – Brighton Music Hall #
8/31 Quebec City, QC – Salle Multi #
9/1 Ottawa, ON – Maverick’s #
9/2 Toronto, ON – The Garrison #
9/3 Rouyn-Noranda, QC – Petit Theatre #
# with Incantation & Abysmal Dawn
MARDUK will continue to support their 13th studio album to date, “Frontschwein”, their first solely war-themed album since 1999’s legendary release, “Panzer Division Marduk”, which “continues to polish their raw and to-the-point style of black metal” (CVLT Nation) while “positively brimming with evil hooks and virulently infectious harmonies” (No Clean Singing). Listen and download it via iTunes at http://smarturl.it/frontschweinITUNES
