Southampton, UK power metal band BATTLE BORN has today shared a new single, Magic and Steel, with an accompanying music video ahead of their forthcoming UK tour in October in support of Tailgunner – full dates and details below. Magic and Steel is a previously unreleased track recorded during the sessions for their 2023 debut full-length, Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel, with the visual directed by Dean Addison in BATTLE BORN‘s hometown venue Heartbreakers Bar.
Speaking on the single release, BATTLE BORN comments: “Magic and Steel embodies BATTLE BORN‘s devotion to balls-to-the-wall, high octane, speed metal. It’s an apocalyptic ride of pure adrenaline that will make your lungs bleed fire. Ready or not, you’re all gonna die.”
Of the tour, the band adds: “Magic and Steel also drops less than a month before we hit the road for a UK run alongside fellow new blood Tailgunner! With two of heavy metal’s most exciting new acts on one bill, this an unmissable lineup for any metal fan, guaranteed to bring unlimited energy and pure steel.”
Melding the tradition of full-speed traditional 80s metal with high energy European inspired power metal, the UK Skyrim-themed power metal band’s latest single was recorded in 2023 by Kurt Fagan at The Ranch Production House and mixed & mastered by Orden Ogan’s Sebastian “Seeb” Levermann at Greenman Studios.
Upcoming BATTLE BORN tour dates:
w/ Tailgunner15 October – Bannermans – Edinburgh, UK 16 October – KK’s Steel Mill – Wolverhampton, UK 17 October – Rebellion – Manchester, UK 18 October – The Underworld – London, UK 19 October – The Joiners – Southampton, UK
BATTLE BORN is: Jack Reynolds – vocals Will Kerr – guitars, keyboards Tom O’Dell – guitars, vocals Charles Lamacraft-Perrett – drums, vocals Matt Hudson – bass
Southampton, UK based power metal band BATTLE BORN have today released their new album, Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel, via Prosthetic Records. Alongside the album release, BATTLE BORN have also shared a lyric video for Power Force – made by Aimed&Framed.
On their debut full-length, BATTLE BORN pull out all the stops with their power metal hymnals of war, dragons and inner courage that take place in the land of Skyrim’s Windhelm, Eastmarch. The Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel tour will take place next week – with full dates and info below.
Speaking on the album release, BATTLE BORN comments: “Having started the journey of making this album almost 3 years ago, it feels incredible to finally be unleashing Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel to the world. We’re beyond proud of every single one of the tracks on this record, and we hope that our fans enjoy this labour of love and relish in every detail.
“Every part of the recording process was special, but particular highlights include our time recording drums in Germany with Sebastian “Seeb” Levermann, and recording the 15-voice choir parts with Kurt Fagan at the Ranch Production House in Southampton! The results speak for themselves, and the record sounds huge.
“We’ll be bringing some of these songs to the stage for the very first time on our upcoming UK tour, starting 17 May in Cambridge! Other album tracks like Fire Storm and Power Force have been staples of our live set for some time now, becoming firm fan favourites. Whether you’re seeing us for the first or the tenth time, you’ll come away from these shows with steel raised high and metal beating in your heart.”
Since their 2019 inception and 2020 self-titled debut EP, BATTLE BORN has garnered a dedicated following in the burgeoning UK power metal scene and beyond for their approach to both storytelling and songcraft, as well as their undying reverence for traditional heavy metal. Previously released singles in the form of Bring the Metal Back and album track Fire Storm showcased BATTLE BORN as a step ahead of genre traditionalists, with wide eyed theatricality and grandiose flair being put at the forefront of their sound.
The group efforts of Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel’s meticulous creative process was vital to bringing their world of swords and sorcery to life, with production and engineering credits including Kurt Fagan at The Ranch Production House and mixing and mastering by Orden Ogan’s Sebastian “Seeb” Levermann at Greenman Studios.
BATTLE BORN’s affinity for European power metal is evident across the 11 tracks on offer, just take one listen to their foray into balladry on The Endless Grey or late album mini-epic Ride North for Winterhold’s majesty, with an emphasis on lavish orchestration throughout. Where others might slip into imitation or retro nostalgia, BATTLE BORN deftly pay their respects to a long running genre whilst injecting a youthful verve in the process.
Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel is visually captured in eye watering fashion by graphic designer Stan-W Decker (Blue Öyster Cult, Powerwolf, Dragonforce), perfectly echoing the wars waged in the band’s bold and daring world. BATTLE BORN’s Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel is not only an invitation to join forces with the quartet on their perilous mission, it also finally answers the question, “What would Skyrim’s greatest band sound like?”.
Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel tracklist: 1. Wind Caller 2. Dragon Heart 3. Blood and Fire 4. Power Force 5. When Empires Die 6. The Endless Grey 7. Fire Storm 8. Down Your Drinks and Raise Your Swords 9. Meridia 10. Ride North for Winterhold 11. Sky Guard You
Upcoming BATTLE BORN tour dates:
Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel UK tour 17 May – The Six Six – Cambridge, UK 18 May – The Underground – Bradford, UK 19 May – Ivory Blacks – Glasgow, UK 20 May – The Mash House – Edinburgh, UK 21 May – The Fulford Arms – York, UK 22 May – Network – Sheffield, UK 24 May – Satan’s Hollow – Manchester, UK 25 May – The Underground – Stoke, UK 26 May – The Flapper – Birmingham, UK 27 May – The Hairy Dog – Derby, UK 28 May – Level III – Swindon, UK 29 May – Duffy’s Bar – Leicester, UK 31 May – The Gryphon – Bristol, UK 1 June – Fuel – Cardiff, UK 2 June – The Joiners – Southampton, UK 3 June – The Dome – London, UK
BATTLE BORN is: Jack Reynolds – vocals Will Kerr – guitars, keyboards Tom O’Dell – guitars, vocals Charles Lamacraft-Perrett – drums, vocals
BATTLE BORN have premiered their new single and music video, Dragon Heart, via Distorted Sound. Dragon Heart is the Southampton, UK power metal group’s second single to be taken from their forthcoming debut album, Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel, which is due for release via Prosthetic Records on May 12. Dragon Heart’s video was produced by Quenvy Malavé, bringing the band’s Skyrim-inspired fantasy world to life as animated illustrations.
Speaking on the video premiere, Will Kerr (guitar and keyboards) comments: “We can’t wait for everyone to hear Dragon Heart, the latest single from our upcoming debut album. A song that’s already become a fan favourite and staple of our live set, Dragon Heart is at its core an emotive tale of forbidden love – and how love always conquers all. We’re looking forward to hearing you all singing your hearts out to the chorus when we hit the road in May!”
Since their 2019 inception and 2020 self-titled debut EP, BATTLE BORN has garnered a dedicated following in the burgeoning UK power metal scene and beyond for their approach to both storytelling and songcraft, as well as their undying reverence for traditional heavy metal. Previously released singles in the form of Bring the Metal Back and album track Fire Storm showcased BATTLE BORN as a step ahead of genre traditionalists, with wide eyed theatricality and grandiose flair being put at the forefront of their sound.
The group efforts of Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel’s meticulous creative process was vital to bringing their world of swords and sorcery to life, with production and engineering credits including Kurt Fagan at The Ranch Production House and mixing and mastering by Orden Ogan’s Sebastian “Seeb” Levermann at Greenman Studios.
BATTLE BORN’s affinity for European power metal is evident across the 11 tracks on offer, just take one listen to their foray into balladry on The Endless Grey or late album mini-epic Ride North for Winterhold’s majesty, with an emphasis on lavish orchestration throughout. Where others might slip into imitation or retro nostalgia, BATTLE BORN deftly pay their respects to a long running genre whilst injecting a youthful verve in the process.
Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel is visually captured in eye watering fashion by graphic designer Stan-W Decker (Blue Öyster Cult, Powerwolf, Dragonforce), perfectly echoing the wars waged in the band’s bold and daring world. BATTLE BORN’s Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel is not only an invitation to join forces with the quartet on their perilous mission, it also finally answers the question, “What would Skyrim’s greatest band sound like?”.
Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel tracklist: 1. Wind Caller 2. Dragon Heart 3. Blood and Fire 4. Power Force 5. When Empires Die 6. The Endless Grey 7. Fire Storm 8. Down Your Drinks and Raise Your Swords 9. Meridia 10. Ride North for Winterhold 11. Sky Guard You
BATTLE BORN is: Jack Reynolds – vocals Will Kerr – guitars, keyboards Tom O’Dell – guitars, vocals Charles Lamacraft-Perrett – drums, vocals
Upcoming BATTLE BORN tour dates:
Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel UK tour 17 May – The Six Six – Cambridge, UK 18 May – The Underground – Bradford, UK 19 May – Ivory Blacks – Glasgow, UK 20 May – Legends – Edinburgh, UK 21 May – The Fulford Arms – York, UK 22 May – Network – Sheffield, UK 24 May – Satan’s Hollow – Manchester, UK 25 May – The Underground – Stoke, UK 26 May – The Flapper – Birmingham, UK 27 May – The Hairy Dog – Derby, UK 28 May – Manorfest – Towcester, UK 29 May – Duffy’s Bar – Leicester, UK 31 May – The Gryphon – Bristol, UK 1 June – Fuel – Cardiff, UK 2 June – The Joiners – Southampton, UK 3 June – The Dome – London, UK
Southampton UK power metal band BATTLE BORN have today announced their debut album, Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel, due to be released via Los Angeles heavy metal label Prosthetic on May 12. Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel‘s lead single, Blood and Fire, and the high concept accompanying music video are premiering now via Metal.de.
Blood and Fire are available now on all streaming platforms.
Speaking on the album announcement and track premiere, Tom O’Dell (guitar and vocals) comments: “We’re stoked to finally unveil our debut album – Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel – and to share the music video for lead single Blood and Fire! The single showcases everything we love about heavy metal, with blistering speed and a massive chorus, and it’s the perfect taste of what we’ve got in store with the album. We had a blast shooting the video with director David Gregory, the crew, and gratuitous amounts of blood and fire.”
Since their 2019 inception and 2020 self-titled debut EP, BATTLE BORN has garnered a dedicated following in the burgeoning UK power metal scene and beyond for their approach to both storytelling and songcraft, as well as their undying reverence for traditional heavy metal. Previously released singles in the form of Bring the Metal Back and album track Fire Storm showcased BATTLE BORN as a step ahead of genre traditionalists, with wide eyed theatricality and grandiose flair being put at the forefront of their sound.
The group efforts of Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel’s meticulous creative process was vital to bringing their world of swords and sorcery to life, with production and engineering credits including Kurt Fagan at The Ranch Production House and mixing and mastering by Orden Ogan’s Sebastian “Seeb” Levermann at Greenman Studios.
BATTLE BORN’s affinity for European power metal is evident across the 11 tracks on offer, just take one listen to their foray into balladry on The Endless Grey or late album mini-epic Ride North for Winterhold’s majesty, with an emphasis on lavish orchestration throughout. Where others might slip into imitation or retro nostalgia, BATTLE BORN deftly pay their respects to a long running genre whilst injecting a youthful verve in the process.
Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel is visually captured in eye watering fashion by graphic designer Stan-W Decker (Blue Öyster Cult, Powerwolf, Dragonforce), perfectly echoing the wars waged in the band’s bold and daring world. BATTLE BORN’s Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel is not only an invitation to join forces with the quartet on their perilous mission, it also finally answers the question, “What would Skyrim’s greatest band sound like?”.
Blood, Fire, Magic and Steel tracklist: 1. Wind Caller 2. Dragon Heart 3. Blood and Fire 4. Power Force 5. When Empires Die 6. The Endless Grey 7. Fire Storm 8. Down Your Drinks and Raise Your Swords 9. Meridia 10. Ride North for Winterhold 11. Sky Guard You
BATTLE BORN is: Jack Reynolds – vocals Will Kerr – guitars, keyboards Tom O’Dell – guitars, vocals Charles Lamacraft-Perrett – drums, vocals
UK power metal group BATTLE BORN have shared a new single, Fire Storm, and an accompanying visualizer for the track. Fire Storm is the first glimpse of new material on the horizon for 2023, following the band’s self-titled EP reissue via Prosthetic earlier this year. In celebration of the single release, BATTLE BORN will be heading out for the final two shows of their Autumn UK dates later this month – more details below.
Speaking on Fire Storm‘s release BATTLE BORN comments: “Warriors! Join us on our mightiest quest yet, as we unveil the first glimpse of two years of labouring with our new anthem: FIRE STORM! Anyone who’s seen us in battle will recognise this fast-paced power metal scorcher, and we can’t wait to hear you all singing along. Enjoy!”
With 2023 drawing closer, stay up to date on all things BATTLE BORN via both the band and Prosthetic socials for news on BATTLE BORN‘s forthcoming debut album in the coming months.
Upcoming BATTLE BORN October shows: 28 October – Finn’s – Weymouth, UK 29 October – Retro – Manchester, UK
UK power metal act BATTLE BORN have today reissued their debut self-titled EP via Prosthetic Records on CD and streaming platforms, featuring the bonus track Hammer of Might. Alongside the EP reissue BATTLE BORN have also shared a new music video for Bring the Metal Back, directed by Dan Hart. In support of the reissue BATTLE BORN will be heading out across the UK on their Ride for Heavy Metal headline tour this month and June, starting with two warm up shows this weekend in their hometown of Southampton and Bournemouth.
Speaking on Bring The Metal Back‘s music video and the upcoming tour, BATTLE BORN comments: “We’re beyond excited to have the opportunity to revisit our fan-favourite track Bring the Metal Back with a music video to support the reissue of our debut EP. It was great working with Dan Hart on the shoot, and we couldn’t be happier with the end result! We can’t wait to hear what our fans think the remaster, courtesy of Emil Pohjalainen, and new track Hammer of Might!”
BATTLE BORN‘s UK Ride for Heavy Metal remaining tour dates: 20 May – New Cross Inn – London 27 May – Frog and Fiddle – Cheltenham 29 May – The Bullingdon – Oxford 30 May – The Gryphon – Bristol 31 May – Corporation – Sheffield 1 June – Ivory Blacks – Glasgow 2 June – Satans Hollow – Manchester 3 June – The Station – Cannock 4 June – Underground – Plymouth 5 June – Golden Lion – Banstaple
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