With the critical acclaim that quickly followed after the release of CORNERS OF SANCTUARY‘s (COS) first ever cover of Def Leppard‘s “Mirror, Mirror” this past January, COS will be dropping a new digital, three-track Def Leppard tribute EP titled “Defying” on May 20^th. Listeners can pre-order the EP on Spotify starting May 1^st. The EP, which will be made available via Sonic Velocity Records, will contain COS-branded cover versions of the aforementioned “Mirror, Mirror,” as well as include a beefy rendering of “Rock of Ages” and a unique piano-laden adaptation of the classic track, “Bringing on the Heartbreak.” The EP was mastered by legendary L.A. producer Bill Metoyer (Slayer, Armored Saint).

“We really had no intention to do any more cover songs…but one thing led to another and here we are with a tribute EP,” said COS guitarist Mick Michaels.

Spotify Pre-Order “Defying“: http://hyperurl.co/elu3x3

Additionally, in light of the recent tragic events occurring in the Ukraine, and in conjunction with their upcoming Ukraine Benefit performance on May 21^st, COS and Keep it Metal Promotions are also offering a free download of a new 2022 version of their song “We Never.”  Online donations can be made directly to the Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund at GlobalGiving:
https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/

Listeners are encouraged to make a donation of choice to the relief fund at the above link and forward a copy of the donation receipt or screenshot to Corners of Sanctuary to receive their free MP3 download of “We Never.”

“Hopefully those in power will come to their senses, but in the meantime it’s up to the rest of us to do what we can…even if it’s a little at a time, it all makes a difference,” Michaels added.

COS will performing with the Iron Maidens on May 10^th and The Four Horsemen on May 28^th.  See show schedule below. The band is also working on new material for their next full-length, “Vengeance of the Fallen,” and a second best of installment titled “Metal Never Dies,” which is set to release in July.

Show Schedule:
May 10th
Sellersville Theater
w/ the Iron Maidens
Sellersville, PA

May 21st
Rusty Nail
Ukraine Benefit
Ardmore, PA

May 28th
Reverb
w/ the Four Horsemen
Reading, PA

Classic Heavy Metal soldiers, CORNERS OF SANCTUARY (COS), announce upcoming show dates with Tantric and the Iron Maidens as well as a planned Def Leppard tribute EP titled “Defying,” looking to release this summer.

COS will be performing with Tantric on April 10th in New Jersey and will be appearing with the world renowned Iron Maidens on May 10th at the Sellersville Theater in PA. See show Schedule below.

“We are excited to be performing again with both Tantric and the Maidens,” said COS guitarist Mick Michaels. “They are an amazing ensemble of talent…plus members from each group are originally from the Philadelphia area…they’re gonna be some great shows.”

Following the success of the band’s first ever cover, a powerful version of Def Leppard’s “Mirror, Mirror,” which was released this past January, COS has decided to make available a three-track Def Leppard tribute EP this summer with the release of “Defying.” The EP will contain cover versions of the aforementioned “Mirror, Mirror,” “Rock of Ages,” which will also appear on an upcoming FnA Records tribute compilation later this year, and a uniquely piano-infused take on the classic track, “Bringing on the Heartbreak.”

“After “Mirror, Mirror,” we had no intent to do another cover song anytime soon, let alone another Def Leppard tune, but sometimes, this is how these sorts of things go. The feedback from “Mirror, Mirror” was very inspirational and it created just enough momentum to get the ball rolling for us,” said Michaels.

See “Mirror, Mirror” video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/Mf3zQzAdufA
See “Mirror, Mirror” video on Facebook: https://fb.watch/aCCpc3Cs4l/

Subsequently, COS is also working on new material for their next full-length, “Vengeance of the Fallen,” a second best of installment and will be releasing more show dates as the year continues.

Show Schedule:
April 10th Dingbatz
w/ Tantric
Clifton, NJ

April 16th
Jabber Jaws
Allentown, PA

April 23rd
Halftime Sports Bar & Grille
Newark, DE

May 10th
Sellersville Theater
w/ the Iron Maidens
Sellersville, PA

Traditional Heavy Metal rockers, CORNERS OF SANCTUARY (COS), have recently dropped their first-ever cover song with the release of the classic 1981 Def Leppard track, “Mirror, Mirror (Look into My Eyes).” The single is now available as a free download exclusively from the band’s website, www.cornersofsanctuary.com and Inner Demon Media.

“Frankie (Cross) suggested us doing this particular track,” said COS guitarist Mick Michaels. “We talked about doing something that people wouldn’t expect…something from Def Leppard…but not any of the more well-known tracks. It’s a powerful and moving song and definitely plays into the COS vibe.”

Corners of Sanctuary swings a weighty axe to deliver a completely exceptional and atmospheric take on Def Leppard’s “Mirror, Mirror” concept by adding their own expressive arrangement to both the bridge and solo sections while keeping to the song’s original emotional framework.

“We definitely wanted to do something that made it more like a Corners of Sanctuary song,” said Michaels. “Taking some artistic liberties is what the creative process is all about.”

COS teamed up again with legendary L.A. producer and former Metal Blade Records’ engineer, Bill Metoyer (Slayer, W.A.S.P., Armored Saint) to have “Mirror, Mirror” mastered. The track is now available as a free MP3 download.
Get your download at www.cornersofsanctuary.com or www.innerdemonmedia.com

A similarly poignant music video was also released to accompany the single.
See the video on Youtube:

See the video on Facebook: https://fb.watch/aCCpc3Cs4l

“Doing a cover was never really something we considered for real,” Michaels added. “But it’s something new for us and we had a great time working on it…we hope everyone likes it.”

With 2022 in full gear, Corners of Sanctuary has already begun work on new music, including material for their next full-length album, “Vengeance of the Fallen,” and has a small string of shows scheduled for the winter which includes performances with The Rods’ drummer Carl Canedy’s solo band, Canedy and former Misfits’ guitarist Doyle.  See schedule below.

“Fight Till the End” vinyl album ordering link: https://www.rflrecords.com/product-page/corners-of-sanctuary-fight-till-the-end-gatefold-black-vinyl-150g

Show Schedule:
January 27th – Finnegans IRC w/ Canedy – Scranton, PA
January 28th – New Penny Lounge – COS Acoustic Set Showcase – Scranton, PA
January 29th – Room 221 – An Old Fashion Freeze – Dickson City, PA
March 6th – Reverb w/ Doyle – Reading, PA
April 16th – Jabber Jaws – Allentown, PA

With the holidays now in full swing, getting the right gift for that special someone is never easy. For those still struggling to find the perfect something, CORNERS OF SANCTUARY (COS) have just the thing; “Blood and Steel: Fight Till the End,” the band’s third and final installment in their epic metal saga, is now available for vinyl pre-order through RFL Records (US).

Order here.

The 150g, limited number gatefold, black vinyl release includes both Volumes One and Two as well as additional tracks to complete the trilogy. A one-time pressing of only 100 units will be made available for this critically acclaimed collection.

“For us, having the music released on vinyl is the ultimate presentation,” said COS guitarist Mick Michaels. “Growing up, vinyl was the thing…it was the complete package. This is a fitting completion for this project and we are very proud to have such an opportunity.”

2021 marked Corners of Sanctuary’s 10 year anniversary and the release of the three-part Blood and Steel series commemorates the milestone.

“What a year it has been,” said Michaels. “We feel very fortunate that we are still having the chance to do what we love to do and that we weathered the storm of the last two years. It’s been tough on us all…we’re just happy we are finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.”

“Fight till the End” is also available on CD and in digital format.
Get “Fight Till the End” here: https://smarturl.it/cos-fight

Check out the new single and video “Into the Night (I Still Remember)”:

In addition, COS has released their annual Holiday single with the new track, “Rockin’ the Holiday” available on Exquisite Noise Records.

Get the new single and the complete 2021 Merry Metal Xmas VIII Holiday Package here: Apple Music

See “Rockin’ the Holiday” video here:

Order your COS Merry Metal Xmas Apparel:
https://www.rflrecords.com/product-page/corners-of-sanctuary-rockin-the-holiday-unisex-heavy-cotton-tee

2022 Show Dates:
January 27th  7pmET
Finnegan’s
w/Canedy
Scranton, PA

January 29th 8pmET
Room 221
Dickson City, PA

March 6th  6pmET
Reverb
w/Doyle
Reading , PA

December 31st 8pn EST 
New Yearz Metal Noize
Free Online Streaming Event
Presented by RFL Records
Hosted by Quoth The Raven with DJ REM

Stream at  www.twitch.tv/QuothTheRavenLive

It’s that time of year again. So break out the cookie cutters and get your sleigh bells polished and shined, ’cause Christmas is coming. And what better way to kick off the season than with a hammering Holiday track from Philadelphia rockers, CORNERS OF SANCTUARY (COS). The new, all original single, “Rockin’ the Holiday,” is the band’s latest addition to their annual array of merry metalment. 

“We just love the Holiday season,” say COS guitarist Mick Michaels.  “We say it every year but it’s true…we have so much fun putting a new track together…it’s definitely a highlight for us as a band.”

“Rockin’ the Holiday” is now available digitally on all popular download and streaming platforms through Exquisite Noise Records. The new single is also being bundled together with previous released Holiday songs from Corners of Sanctuary as part of their Merry Metal Xmas VIII 2021package. 

Get the complete 2021Merry Metal Xmas VIII package at Apple Music

For a limited time, “Rockin’ the Holiday” will available as a free MP3 download exclusively at www.cornersofsanctuary.com/musiccatalog.html. Additionally, a limited number of CDs will also be available exclusively at the band’s upcoming live shows. A lyric video for the track has also been produced and is now streaming.

See “Rockin’ the Holiday” video here:

Along with their latest edition to the band’s Holiday escapades, COS will be releasing a new album, “Blood and Steel: Fight Till the End,” on November 26th through RFL Records (US) in celebration of the group’s 10 year anniversary. 

“The last two years have been challenging for us all…to say the least. Everything seems to be touch and go still.  So we are doing what we can to finish strong and rocket into 2022 with a vengeance!” added Michaels.

“Fight Till the End” will be made available digitally, on CD and as a limited number vinyl release. Visit RFL Records for more information and pre-ordering.

Wrapping up a recent show with The Three Tremors, Corners of Sanctuary will also be performing a string of West Coast dates, presented by Keep it Metal Promotions, which include a return performance at the legendary Whisky A Go-Go in Hollywood, CA, with Kill Devil Hill. See show schedule below.

Show schedule:
November 20th – The Metal Feast – The Rusty Nail – Ardmore, PA
December 2nd – Whisky A Go-Go w/Kill Devil Hill – Hollywood, CA
December 3rd – World Famous Doll Hut, Anaheim, CA
December 4th – Operation: Desert Scream – Rasta Rita Cantina, Twentynine Palms, CA

Philadelphia’s CORNERS OF SANCTUARY drop a new video for “Earth Fighter,” the 2nd video supporting “Blood and Steel: Volume Two” which came out on August 6th via RFL Records. The follow-up to their critically acclaimed first installment, “Blood and Steel: Volume One,” hailed as the band’s most dynamic effort yet, Volume Two has some big shoes to fill, but is definitely up to the challenge.

Mick Michaels gives details about the 2nd single: “Earth Fighter” definitely has a throwback sound to it…and that’s because the song was originally written in the 80s…back in 2020 we lost a dear friend…because of everything that was going on in the world, there wasn’t an opportunity to have the closure most people are accustomed to…so we wanted to honor his memory and his accomplishments as an artist and as our brother, in our own way.”

View The “Earth Fighter” Video Here: https://youtu.be/7AkAn_ragIw

“Blood and Steel: Volume Two” picks up where Volume One left off, continuing taking the band to a grittier, darker musical setting to platform their unique and original modern-classic Heavy Metal sound and style.
Again, produced by COS founder, primary songwriter and guitarist Mick Michaels, and mastered by Thrash legends Blood Feast guitarist and studio owner and engineer, CJ Scioscia, (Ross the Boss, Mike LePond of Symphony X) at Le Chateau Bow Wow Recording in New Jersey, “Blood and Steel: volume two” fires on all cylinders and delivers a blistering array of the band’s unforgiving signature songwriting approach. Maintaining their traditionally inspired riffing and arrangements, Volume Two continues the charge of Volume One with another battering set of traditionally influenced tracks by the united hard work of the band’s popular lineup featuring: bassist James Pera, drummer Mad T, guitarist Michaels and singer Frankie Cross.  “Blood and Steel: volume two” also includes guest performances on the 80’s inspired track, “Earth Fighter,” by Seeker and Corporate Mass guitarist John Coonan as well as Femmes of Rock bassist Michael Kelly who delivers an ensemble keyboard introduction.

Corners of Sanctuary has traveled throughout the United States performing at such legendary venues including the Whisky A Go-Go and the Rainbow on L.A.’s Sunset Strip, Philly’s Trocadero Theater, New England’s The Met, Anaheim’s World Famous Doll Hut and Chicago’s Wire to name a few. The band has shared the stage with a myriad artists and bands including UDO, Stryper, Bulletboys, Saxon, Grim Reaper, Saving Abel, Janet Gardner, Tantric, Butcher Babies, Sponge, Tim “Ripper” Owens, Anvil, Jackie Chambers of Girlschool, Joey Belladonna of Anthrax, the Iron Maidens and Britny Fox among many others. COS has also toured overseas and performed throughout the United Kingdom, Germany and Belgium.

Volume Two Can Be Ordered Here

Look For Corners Of Sanctuary On The 2021 “Blood And Steel Tour.

December 1st thru the 4th West Coast Tour:
December 2nd Whisky A Go Go with Kill Devil Hill Hollywood, Ca