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Motionless In White Stream New Song “Eternally Yours” From Upcoming Album “Graveyard Shift”


Motionless In White have debuted their latest track “Eternally Yours,”.

The band also announced that their upcoming album, Graveyard Shift, will be available May 5th, 2017.

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ANNIHILATOR Releases “Triple Threat” Three-Disc Collection via UDR Today


Today marks the release of legendary Canadian thrash/heavy metal band ANNIHILATOR‘s Triple Threat – a three-disc collection of their music based in a trio of very different scenarios – out via UDR Music. Listen to a sample of the Un-Plugged: The Watersound Studios Sessions portion of the set

 

Triple Threat is available now in several formats, including DVD/2CDs, Blu-Ray/2CDs, a 2CD audio-only and digital download.

Order links:
CD: http://hyperurl.co/TripleThreatAmazon
DVD: http://hyperurl.co/TripleThreatDVD
BLURAY: http://hyperurl.co/TripleThreatBR
MP3: http://hyperurl.co/TripleThreatAmazonD
iTunes: http://hyperurl.co/TripleThreatIT

 

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TEXTURES To Tour Europe in April 2017!


Dutch polyrhythmic metal maniacs, TEXTURES, released the first part of a diptych, »Phenotype«, last year through Nuclear Blast. The second record of the diptych, »Genotype«, is currently in progress. In April, the band will embark on another touring trek in support of their latest album. Support on select dates will come from progressive groove metallers EXTREMITIES, UK-based metallers EXIST IMMORTAL and melodic hardcore band ATHENA’S WORD. All dates can be found below!

The band commented:
“We’re absolutely thrilled to be heading out on the ‘Within The Horizon Tour’ coming spring. It’s been a while since we played our last show and we can’t wait to get out there once more. Besides the pleasure of playing on our home soil, we’ll also be entering France, Italy and Switzerland. We’re looking forward to be seeing you all in April!”

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“Within The Horizon Tour 2017”

05.04. F Savigny-Le-Temple – L’Empreinte
06.04. F Bordeaux – Iboat
07.04. F Les Pennes-Mirabeau – Jas Rod
08.04. I Brescia – Circolo Colony
09.04. I Rome – Jailbreak Liveclub
11.04. CH Pratteln – Z7
14.04. NL Lelystad – Underground*
15.04. NL Schijndel – Paaspop
21.04. NL Leeuwarden – Neushoorn**
22.04. NL Enschede – Atak**
23.04. NL Arnhem – Luxor**
28.04. NL Sittard – Volt**
29.04. NL Middelburg – De Spot**

*w/ EXTREMITIES, ATHENA’S WORD
**w/ EXTREMITIES, EXIST IMMORTAL

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REVIEW: Quintessenz- To the Gallows


Review by Ekaterina K. / Dark Art Conspiracy

In 2010, Quintessenz was formed as a one-man-project by Genözider.(Bulldozing Bastard,Vulture,Luzifer). After the first Demo in 2011. The First EP under the banners of “Evil Spell Records“, namely “Okkult Metal Spell” from 2012, was a contiunuation to this kind of Metal . Rough sound, simple Riffs,Fuck-off-attitude! In 2013 the first Album “Back to the Kult of the Tyrants” comes out and was a complete dedication to the “First Wave of Black Metal“ Bands like Venom,Celtic Frost and Hellhammer.
The new Album  “To the Gallows” goes one step further and is more melodic. The development results in more complex song structures, many details in songwriting and surprises the listener with unawaited elements that gives an in depth experience. They ́ve added a lot of influences from classical heavy metal this time full of variety in the songs which are often hymnic melodic, but also aggressive without denying their roots.
Straight to the edge and very in your face Quintessenz’s second album crashes on the listener’s head their uncompromised sound from the first song – “Zeitgeist Verreke.” Abrupt drums, harsh vocal and raw guitars are making a good…Quintessenz. Influenced by heavy metal melodic solos, as in ‘Sounding the Funeral Bell” or “Endless Night” for example, bring diversity to raw riffs in early thrash’n’black metal traditions, which at some moments get closer even to crust. Aggressive harsh yelling switches to clean vocals gives dramatic drop to the dirty sound. Especially it gets its high point in “Endless Night” when vocal mixed with acoustic guitar sound and then turns into slow guitar solo. Worthy to mention eastern-type melody, which gives an exotic breeze to “Seth” and then continues in fast riffs during the whole song. Need to mention interesting elements like recitative in beginning of “To the Gallows” and female vocal, which gives more atmosphere to this song. Songs’ structure is also diverse, changes in tempo and guitar work make album more complex and deep. “To the Gallows” is made smoothly, all songs are on their place and don’s stand out, though this album can’t be described as monotonous. Strong and quite interesting release.
Score: 4/5

 

TRACKLIST
01 Zeitgeist Verrecke
02 Of Majestic Shores
03 The Claws Of Nosferatu
04 Her Spell
05 Sounding The Funeral Bell
06 To The Gallows
07 Endless Night
08 Seth
09 Gloomweaver
10 Cursed By Moonlight
”To the Gallows” has been released in January 1st via Evil Spell Records.

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SHYLMAGOGHNAR Sign With Napalm Records!


SHYLMAGOGHNAR Sign Worldwide Album Deal With Napalm Records!

Curtain up!
Napalm Records announce that they proudly welcomes the Dutch two man project SHYLMAGOGHNAR to their roster, rooted in finest Black Metal. This atmospheric music revolves around themes that range from philosophy, life, dreams, nature and the universe to heavy emotions and abstract mysticism. SHYLMAGOGHNAR consists of Nimblkorg and Skirge, blood brothers that share various visions and their passion for alternate music.

SHYLMAGOGHNAR on the signing with Napalm Records:          
“We are excited to announce we will be working together with Napalm Records! We feel they are a respectable label with an integrity and enthusiasm we very much connect with. As such, they are a natural match to the style and ideology behind Shylmagoghnar, and we are very much looking forward to our collaboration!”

Napalm Records A&R Sebastian Muench states:
„We are super excited to finally announce the world-wide signing of Dutch Progressive/Melodic Death Metal Band SHYLMAGOGHNAR! The debut album release of “Emergence” in 2014 can be considered one of the most brilliant albums in the last 10 years and already received close to 1 million views on YouTube! It makes me very happy to say that “Emergence” will be released on vinyl along with a new sophomore recording! Welcome to the Napalm family!”

 

In 2014 SHYLMAGOGHNAR released their first record Emergence. The whole album can be streamed via YouTube in full length Here:

 

Now, as the band joined forces with Napalm Records, the first album Emergence will be released for the very first time on vinyl via Napalm Records! Grab a look at the album cover & track listing below:

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Track listing:
1 I Am the Abyss
2 Emergence
3 Edin in Ashes
4 This World Shall Fall
5 Squandered Paradise
6 Eternal Forest
7 The Cosmic Tide
8 A New Dawn
9 The Sun No Longer

SHYLMAGOGHNAR already started the recordings for the second full-length album entitled Transience. Both releases are scheduled for later in 2017. Stay tuned!
For More Info Visit:
http://www.facebook.com/pg/Shylmagoghnar
http://www.shylmagoghnar.com

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REVIEW: Synaptik – Justify & Reason


Synaptik – Justify & Reason Album

Review by Carina Lawrence.

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                                                                                  The album track list:

1. The Incredible Machine                                   2. Human / Inhuman
3. Conscience
4. White Circles
5. Esc Ctrl
6. A Man Dies
7. As I Am As I Was
8. I Am The Ghost (intro)
9. Your Cold Dead Trace

 

British heavy metal five-piece, Synaptik from Norwich, UK have a mighty sound that combines thrash, power and progressive metal elements, forming to make their own unique concoction, that they have been delivering since their origins in 2012. Following their critically acclaimed 2014 debut album “The Mechanisms of Consequence”, they are back to make an huge impact with the anticipated new album, “Justify & Reason” which is released on March 10th. 2017 is the year of Synaptik, having already signed with DeFox and Heart Of Steal records as well as landing a US deal with Divebomb records and re-releasing a remixed heavier version of their hit debut. The sophomore album sees the band reach new heights, truly honing in on their already distinct sound, with a bigger focus on progressive depth and darker sounds…

Opening track, ‘The Incredible Machine’ kicks into action furiously with rich melodic vocals from vocalist, John Knight to accompany the intricate guitars and changeable backdrop. The intelligible transitions quickly show their talent and craftsmanship and prove they run a tight ship, with all the rights cogs turning in unison, coming together to amass to six minutes of epicness. Luckily they grip you and give you many ‘reasons’ to keep listening…

‘White Circles’ has a more serene atmospheric approach in contrast initially, helping to show the diversity and range of vocals and sounds they can portray, before they go fully charged and up the angst with aggressive vocals and menacing guitar riffs; The guitars particularly shine here, with an impressive solo, although each member gets their moment to revel, and as a collective unit they are unstoppable rampaging on…

‘Human Inhuman’ features some interesting rhythms and time signatures which make this stand out, with sweet melodies and vocal lines that soar and drive it. It contains some impressive instrumental sections that will draw in fans of bands like Dream Theater, as you get a feel for the bands many musical influences coming through. ‘Conscience’ opens on a blazing harmonic guitar intro that is bound to impress, with guitarists Ian Knight and Jack Murton in their element, and again showing as throughout their technical abilities.

The first single and closing song ‘Esc Ctrl’ is a perfect introduction and representation of the band, as it immediately asserts their unique progressive sound. This is flawless with slick guitars, brilliant production and demanding powerful vocals. You can’t escape from their huge consuming sound, once you hear it you are hooked! They leave you hanging and wanting more as we reach the end.

“Justify & Reason” displays exquisite textured and highly melodic metal that still packs a deadly bite. Each song is expertly crafted and progresses effortlessly in an epic manner, aided by the sheer length of all the songs, as well as the rich flair of sounds and technical showmanship exhibited throughout, in every element. The bands already signature sound stands strong and it will surely assert itself in the metal scene. There is simply no ‘justified reason’ not to listen and admire this impressive collection of songs.

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‘Justify & Reason’ will be released physically March 10th 2017 via Snakes On Fire Records (UK), Divebomb Records (US) and digitally via Defox Records worldwide.

For US fans it’s a double dose as the remix album and the new album, ‘Justify & Reason’ will be released as a double album directly via Divebomb Records at www.divebombrecords.com .

The first pre-orders for this collection will be February 1st. The album will be released worldwide everywhere March 10th and the remix album digitally January 30th.

If you can’t wait for the official release of ‘Justify & Reason’ and like what you hear, the band are currently offering a great deal if you head over to their website http://synaptikmetal.com  and sign up, you will get a free download of ‘ESC CTRL’ and £10 off your next order.

 

SCORE: 5 / 5
Links for Synaptik:

http://synaptikmetal.com/
http://synaptikmetal.bandcamp.com/
www.facebook.com/synaptikmetal

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