Thrilling German metal outfit KNIFE have once again entered into an alliance with the devouring depths of black and speed metal and unleash another angry beast, their new EP, Live Leather Hounds, out August 23, 2024 via Napalm Records. Recorded during their “Evil Obsession Tour” with the mighty Sodom in 2023, this offering celebrates KNIFE’s raging and boisterous live performances and unveils a powerful studio cover and feature with black thrash icons Desaster. 

KNIFE return in full force with their official live video for “White Witch/Black Death”. This electrifying live experience captures the raw energy of the brutally infectious single and is a must-watch for any metal enthusiast. Don’t miss the chance to experience KNIFE’s unyielding live spirit during their festival run or on their “Deutschland Into Dust Tour”. Get your tickets here!

KNIFE on the single and live music video:
“‘White Witch/Black Death’ features all the trademarks of the KNIFE sound. Ferocious speed, howling guitars, thunderous bass, violent drums and screaming vocals – the essence of true KNIFE metal. This song is a highlight of our live shows, driving the crowd into pure metal mania. When the witch is calling, the pit is raging!”

Formed in 2019, the band overcame the challenges of the pandemic and cemented their presence in the scene once more with their recent studio album, Heaven Into Dust (2023), which German Rock Hard described as “one of the strongest (black)speed albums of the year”. In the same year, KNIFE also demonstrated their raging live performance at major festival shows like Wacken Open Air and Rock Hard festival, and just impressed with their furious set at Rockharz Festival in 2024.

Recorded at the Turbinenhalle in Oberhausen and the Obertraubling Eventhalle Airport in Regensburg, Live Leather Hounds showcases an energetic and organic mix of KNIFE’s discography. The EP opens with the demonic “White Witch / Black Death”, followed by the swift transitions of dark, throbbing punk chords and dual tracks that sustain the tension on “Inside The Electric Church”, while “Black Leather Hounds” offers rough vocals infused with furious elements of heavy and black metal. Next track, the latest raging album title track, “Heaven Into Dust”, delivers the sharpest speed metal and is topped by the dashing punk attitude of “I Am The Priest”. The EP wraps up with the studio track and cover “Metalized Blood”. Accompanied by the vocalists of Desaster and Sacred Steel, the track guarantees the authentic sound of raw extreme metal.

Live Leather Hounds captures KNIFE‘s raw energy and relentless intensity, promising an electrifying experience for fans of extreme metal. Get ready to be blown away!

KNIFE on the release of their EP Live Leather Hounds:
“With the release of the Live Leather Hounds EP, we want to say thank you to all our fans for the support for the past five years. After the pandemic, we played many shows and met so many great people, so we thought that capturing these moments was a fine way to raise the KNIFE to the true Black Leather Hounds. The EP gives you the true raw KNIFE experience, no bullshit.
 
So, join the pack! The Leather Hounds are still on the prowl! See you on the road.
Ferli, Gypsy, Laz, Vince Nihil“

Pre-Order Live Leather Hounds NOW

Live Leather Hounds tracklisting:
1. White Witch / Black Death
2. Inside The Electric Church
3. Black Leather Hounds
4. Heaven Into Dust
5. I Am The Priest
6. Metalized Blood feat. Guido “Sataniac” Wissmann, Gerrit P. Mutz

KNIFE live 2024:
Festivals:
10.08.24 DE – Büdesheim / Krawallo Rock Open Air
24.08.24 DE – Wörrstadt / Neuborn Open Air Festival
31.08.24 DE – Rheinfelden / Nordrock Schwaben Festival
06-07.09.24 CH – Hüttikon / Meh Suff!
27-28.09.24 DE – Villingen / Black Forest Fest
05.10.24 DE – Gießen / Muk
 
Deutschland Into Dust Tour 2024
w/ Phantom Corporation
15.10.24 DE – Freiburg im Breisgau / Crash
16.10.24 DE – Cologne / Club Volta
17.10.24 DE – Stuttgart / Der Schwarze Keiler
18.10.24 DE – Essen / Don’t Panic
19.10.24 DE – Hamburg / Bambi Galore
20.10.24 DE – Osnabrück / Bastard Club

KNIFE are:
Ferli Coltello – Drums
Laz Cultro – Guitars
Vince Nihil – Vocals
Gypsy Danger – Bass
 
KNIFE online:
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NAPALM RECORDS

Gearing up for the release of their sophomore album and Napalm Records debut, Heaven Into Dust, out this Friday, August 25, 2023, German speed metallers KNIFE unveil their third new single, “No Gods in the Dark”! Metal Hammer Germany gave the unit’s first album, Knife (2021), 6 out of 7 points, and critics are already praising the second sharp dose of KNIFE’s signature blend of modern extreme, speed and first wave black metal sprinkled with punk elements.
 
“No Gods in the Dark” is a rousing guitar fire, unleashing KNIFE’s remarkable punk attitude. This summer, the band conquered stages at the legendary Wacken Open Air and Rock Hard festivals, convincing audiences with their energetic live performance. Following a series of further festival appearances this autumn, KNIFE is looking forward to joining Sodom’s Evil Obsession tour in December. Check out the new lyric video below, and make sure to witness KNIFE’s killer show at the upcoming live dates!

KNIFE on “No Gods in the Dark”:
“Bangers! The time has come! Before Heaven Into Dust will be released this Friday, we’ll give you another rager off this record. ‘No Gods in the Dark’, the furious album closer, a story of a nightmare come true that will lead you straight into the darkness…”

KNIFE’s new album kicks off with dramatic organ tunes and unsettling whispers. Album opener “Hawks Of Hades” sets the tone for their newest chapter. Raspy punk screams rule the darkness together with an eclectic arrangement. Followed by the rousing track “Night Vision”, remarkable classic rock riffs build its foundation while unbridled drums hustle along with shredding guitars. Topped by a catchy, raw refrain, vocalist Vince Nihil fits in perfectly with the fiery demonic atmosphere. Unleashing their 80’s hard rock and heavy metal influences on songs like “With Torches They March” and “Black Oath and Spells”, they showcase the band’s skill in creating remarkable choruses, characterized by soaring vocals, scorching guitar solos and leading drum strokes. KNIFE keeps on rolling with dynamic changes on the album closer “No Gods in the Dark” – featuring unbending, shrieking screams dueling with shredding riffs before the instrumental finale fades out. With Heaven Into Dust, the band has truly sharpened their tools and gets the listener’s heart pumping instantly while keeping the devil’s horns alive.

Pre-Order Heaven Into Dust NOW

Heaven Into Dust tracklisting:
1.   Hawks of Hades
2.   Night Vision
3.   Heaven into Dust
4.   Iron Sceptre
5.   With Torches They March
6.   Black Oath and Spells
7.   The Arson Alchemist
8.   A Phantom Devised
9.   Realm of Violence
10. No Gods in the Dark

KNIFE live 2023:
01.09.23 DE – Merseburg / Merseburger Rocknacht
22.09.23 DE – Osnabrück / Hyde Park
23.09.23 DE – Berlin / Greetings From Hell
30.09.23 DE – Emden / Coastrock Festival
04.11.23 DE – Osterode/Harz / United Forces Festival
25.11.23 DE – Unna / Metal Force Attack V
02.12.23 DE – Kassel / Masters of Cassel

Evil Obsession Tour
w/ Sodom
27.12.23 DE – Oberhausen / Turbinenhalle 2
28.12.23 DE – Heidelberg / Halle02
29.12.23 DE – Regensburg / Eventhall Airport
30.12.23 DE – Erfurt / Central
 
KNIFE live 2024
23.03.24 BE – Aalst / Oilsjt Omploft Fest

KNIFE are:
Ferli Coltello – Drums
Laz Cultro – Guitars
Vince Nihil – Vocals
Gypsy Danger – Bass

KNIFE online:
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Facebook
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Napalm Records

Up-and-coming German speed metal outfit KNIFE have unleashed another boisterous new single, “Night Vision”, together with an imprisoning official music video. Greeting demons with merciless, heavy guitar riffs and inciting the restless storm of raging singer Vince Nihil, the smoking hot video keeps the rebels trapped in an unyielding steel cage.

KNIFE on “Heaven Into Dust”:
“Bangers! When the night is darkest, the only light is the strike of the KNIFE. ‘Night Vision’ is the second assault from our new album, Heaven Into Dust. Aggression and power are unleashed, like a wild animal escaping from a cage. This is the essence of the pure KNIFE metal. A vision divine!”

Formed in 2019, the band defied the pandemic – quickly establishing their standing in the scene with their acclaimed self-titled debut record, Knife (2021). Now, the quartet delivers their sharpest blade with the new album and Napalm Records debut, Heaven Into Dust, out August 25, 2023! Fans can look forward to their furious set at Wacken Open Air or several tour dates with Sodom at the end of the year.

KNIFE’s new album kicks off with dramatic organ tunes and unsettling whispers. Album opener “Hawks Of Hades” sets the tone for their newest chapter. Raspy punk screams rule the darkness together with an eclectic arrangement. Followed by the rousing track “Night Vision”, remarkable classic rock riffs build its foundation while unbridled drums hustle along with shredding guitars. Topped by a catchy, raw refrain, vocalist Vince Nihil fits in perfectly with the fiery demonic atmosphere. Unleashing their 80’s hard rock and heavy metal influences on songs like “With Torches They March” and “Black Oath and Spells”, they showcase the band’s skill in creating remarkable choruses, characterized by soaring vocals, scorching guitar solos and leading drum strokes. KNIFE keeps on rolling with dynamic changes on the album closer “No Gods in the Dark” – featuring unbending, shrieking screams dueling with shredding riffs before the instrumental finale fades out. With Heaven Into Dust, the band has truly sharpened their tools and gets the listener’s heart pumping instantly while keeping the devil’s horns alive.

Pre-Order Heaven Into Dust NOW

Heaven Into Dust tracklisting:
1.   Hawks of Hades
2.   Night Vision
3.   Heaven into Dust
4.   Iron Sceptre
5.   With Torches They March
6.   Black Oath and Spells
7.   The Arson Alchemist
8.   A Phantom Devised
9.   Realm of Violence
10. No Gods in the Dark

KNIFE live 2023:
02.08.23 GER – Wacken / W:O:A Festival
01.09.23 GER – Merseburg / Merseburger Rocknacht
23.09.23 GER – Berlin / Greetings From Hell
27.12.23 GER – Oberhausen / Evil Obsession Tour
28.12.23 GER – Heidelberg / Evil Obsession Tour
29.12.23 GER – Regensburg / Evil Obsession Tour
30.12.23 GER – Erfurt / Evil Obsession Tour

KNIFE are:
Ferli Coltello – Drums
Laz Cultro – Guitars
Vince Nihil – Vocals
Gypsy Danger – Bass

KNIFE online:
Website
Facebook
Instagram
Napalm Records

There’s a new metal kid in town! Uprising German outfit KNIFE reveals a blend of speed and first wave black metal sprinkled with punk elements on their new album and Napalm Records debut, Heaven Into Dust, out August 25, 2023! Formed in 2019, the band defied the pandemic – quickly establishing their standing in the scene with their acclaimed self-titled debut record, Knife (2021). German Metal Hammer predicted KNIFE would hit like a torpedo, giving the album an impressive 6/7 rating. Now, the quartet delivers the sharpest blade, obeying the authentic sound of raw extreme metal.

Unveiling the new single and title track “Heaven Into Dust”, the hot mixture settles down in the fierce abysses of speed metal. Shredding demons against the walls, the German quartet set heaven on fire with blood-curdling screams and unstoppable drum passages, and race along with headbang-worthy guitar lines. Eating fan’s souls with their official music video, the aggression of the darkness will drive you right away.

KNIFE on “Heaven Into Dust”:
“Bangers! The gates have been opened! A storm of raging speed metal will bring you FIRE! The KNIFE is back! The assault has begun! ‘Heaven Into Dust’!

KNIFE’s new album kicks off with dramatic organ tunes and unsettling whispers. Album opener “Hawks Of Hades” sets the tone for their newest chapter. Raspy punk screams rule the darkness together with an eclectic arrangement. Followed by the rousing track “Night Vision”, remarkable classic rock riffs build its foundation while unbridled drums hustle along with shredding guitars. Topped by a catchy, raw refrain, vocalist Vince Nihil fits in perfectly with the fiery demonic atmosphere. Unleashing their 80’s hard rock and heavy metal influences on songs like “With Torches They March” and “Black Oath and Spells”, they showcase the band’s skill in creating remarkable choruses, characterized by soaring vocals, scorching guitar solos and leading drum strokes. KNIFE keeps on rolling with dynamic changes on the album closer “No Gods in the Dark” – featuring unbending, shrieking screams dueling with shredding riffs before the instrumental finale fades out. With Heaven Into Dust, the band has truly sharpened their tools and gets the listener’s heart pumping instantly while keeping the devil’s horns alive.

KNIFE state on the upcoming album, Heaven Into Dust:
“The black leather hounds are back! The second sonic assault is at hand. In rage and fury, the blade is swung! The KNIFE has returned to bring you the true sound of steel. Sent by the Gods of Rock ‘N’ Roll, there is no return. Heaven Into Dust!

Pre-Order Heaven Into Dust NOW

Heaven Into Dust tracklisting:
1.  Hawks of Hades
2.  Night Vision
3.  Heaven into Dust
4.  Iron Sceptre
5.  With Torches They March
6.  Black Oath and Spells
7.  The Arson Alchemist
8.  A Phantom Devised
9.  Realm of Violence
10. No Gods in the Dark

KNIFE live 2023:
23.06.23 CZ – Spálené Poříčí / BasInFire Festival
01.07.23 NL – Emmen / Pitfest
08.07.23 GER – Oberhausen / Death Thrash Mania
02.08.23 GER – Wacken / W:O:A Festival
01.09.23 GER – Merseburg / Merseburger Rocknacht
23.09.23 GER – Berlin / Greetings From Hell
27.12.23 GER – Oberhausen / Evil Obsession Tour
28.12.23 GER – Heidelberg / Evil Obsession Tour
29.12.23 GER – Regensburg / Evil Obsession Tour
30.12.23 GER – Erfurt / Evil Obsession Tour

KNIFE are:
Ferli Coltello – Drums
Laz Cultro – Guitars
Vince Nihil – Vocals
Gypsy Danger – Bass

KNIFE online:
Website
Facebook
Instagram
Napalm Records

German speed metal outfit KNIFE have inked a worldwide contract with Napalm Records! The quartet hailing from Marburg (Hessen) have finished recording their second album of speed metal spiced up with black metal and punk influences – set to be released in 2023.
 
Formed in 2019, the up-and-coming band released their self-titled debut album, Knife, in 2021 after putting out two demo tapes, and EP Sounds of Sacrifice swiftly followed in 2022. KNIFE have already established their standing in the scene with their acclaimed first releases and energetic live performances! Currently, the band’s packed live schedule features an impressive list of metal festivals – including German metal institution Wacken Open Air, as well as Rock Hard Festival.

KNIFE comments on the signing:
“Bangers! We are proud to announce that we’ve joined forces with the Austrian metal fanatics at Napalm Records! The deal is done, signed and sealed in blood! The new album will be unleashed this year, bringing you an overdose of skull splitting METAL! Together we will take the world by storm! Be prepared – we will strike!”

Sebastian Münch, A&R, Napalm Records states:
“We are super happy to partner with such a talented speed metal band from Marburg (Hessen), Germany!
After listening to the new studio album, I am convinced the band will surprise and delight all heavy metal fans. I would like to thank Florian Grill of Dying Victims Productions for discovering such a talented band and the partnership with us!”      

Stay tuned for a first taste of KNIFE’s sophomore album!

KNIFE are:
Vince Nihil – Vocals
Laz Cultro – Guitar
Gypsy Danger – Bass
Ferli Coltello – Drums

KNIFE online:
WEBSITE
FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM