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  “Of The Abyss” sets an engaging groove to headbang along with. The pulsing use of rhythm stands out, with an ebb and flow to the lyrics and percussion that crashes like the thunder of waves. This song sets up the groove early and knocks you over with the might of the ocean, calling on the elder gods to bring you up for air. A fun groovy track to show the power behind this EP. Get the track at the links below: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/balrogath/of-the-abyss https://balrogath.bandcamp.com/track/of-the-abyss https://open.spotify.com/track/49ZMrtUtgePXiZGplz5Jpz?si=fidYOhNSR3igCEqomb1ZtA “We Bring Calamity” Balrogath Self Released Digital only Aug 3, 2023 Brooding and melodic with a fiery modern energy, “We Bring Calamity” kicks in the gates with the first single “Calamity.” Playful rhythms and soaring leads that will get buried in your head for days followed by powerful vocals tearing the sonic landscape to shreds make this track stand out as a powerful starting place for t...

  Calgary's own prog-power band Red Cain drop their new single The Great Hunt from the band's upcoming album NÄE'BLISS, out everywhere on June 2nd. Accompanying the single, the band shares a music video filmed at their most recent live performance. The Great Hunt displays the band's cinematic influences right out of the gate, opening up with a haunting intro and quickly ascending flawlessly into the classic progressive heavy metal sound they are known for. The latest single off of the upcoming album NÄE'BLISS is reminiscent of Periphery, Kamelot, Mastodon, and others like them, seamlessly blending heavy melodic undertones with progressive power metal instrumentals and striking vocals. On the single, the band comments: "And now - the Hunt is on! With our last single for the upcoming album NÄE'BLISS, we are pleased to debut one of the heaviest tracks in the Red Cain repertoire - The Great Hunt. A stomping, driven ¾ march utilizing 8-string guitars and layers ...

  Canada's metal hope is back: After releasing their critically acclaimed EP Foundations as well as a polished re-issue of their beloved effort Kingsbane, Osyron herald a new era with their latest single DOMINION DAY. Beautifully blending the versatile edges of both clean, almost siren-like, and growling vocals, the renowned collective from the heart of Canada once again impressively proves their capability of thoughtfully planting straight-up hits with vivid characteristics into complex, symphonic soundscapes – while never losing their roots in the progressive fields of metal music. Osyron have never backed out from the conflict-guarded past of their heritage, which they have already dealt with on their 2020 release Foundations. The EP’s blend of heaviness, soul and deep atmosphere fitted the band’s aspiration to delve into sensitive topics of Canadian culture, telling “the story of those who have been ignored for too long” – from Canadian troops in WW1 to the assimilation of the ...

Unleashing their new album “Ascend To The Throne” this past July via Head Rattle Productions INC ., Vancouver's Saints of Death are sharing with fans their new lyric video for the track "Soldiers of Metal". The band wrote the song as a tribute to the metal community and all that is metal. "Inclusion and standing for the great cause. Putting away your prejudice and uniting as a force. A homage to the great bands that paved the way and the bands that will carry the torch." adds the band. For fans of Pantera, DevilDriver, and Arch Enemy, you can check out Saints of Death's new lyric video with its double bassist assault below: Saints of Death's new album “Ascend To The Throne” is a 7 track ripping and cohesive released and the second in the Saints of Death repertoire following the 2015 self-titled EP. With a different lineup than the debut effort, Saints of Death now boasts a more robust group that is tighter, more aggressive, and more melodic than ever...

Canadian hardcore melodic act Alexisonfire have released their first new song in nearly ten years called 'Familiar Drugs'. This is the first new music from the band following the announcement of their breakup in 2011 after 10 years together. They have since reunited and have been playing sporadic shows since 2015 but have not played or released anything new. Check out the new song and video below for 'Familiar Drugs ': The track, Familiar Drugs, is available for  pre-order  as a single-sided 7-inch vinyl as well as some special limited edition vinyl. As well as a new song they have announced just four headlining shows in June, taking place in London, New York, Los Angeles and Toronto. Tickets for all show dates go on sale Friday 22nd February. Jun 1: Alexandra Palace, London Jun 8: Terminal 5, New York Jun 13: The Wiltern, Los Angeles Jun 15: The Budweiser Stage, Toronto https://theonlybandever.com https://www.facebook.com/AOFofficial/

"Prevail II" is the proverbial yang to the yin and continues right where KOBRA AND THE LOTUS left off in 2017. The album will be released this Friday via Napalm Records and is available for pre-order HERE! The band is pleased to unveil their video for a cover of the Fleetwood Mac classic "The Chain". Watch the video HERE! "We couldn't be more stoked to release the final closer to our "Prevail" album series!! We've chosen a classic, recorded in 1976, and we hope to connect and carry the magic forward from that musical era.Here it is, "The Chain" by Fleetwood Mac, in full Kobra and the Lotus spirit. Can you recognize it?" says Kobra about the video and song. The band is currently on the road in support of "Prevail II", alongside Texas Hippie Coalition. The tour stops tonight in Atlanta, GA at The Masquerade and runs through June 3rd in Austin, TX. A complete list of dates can be found below. K...

THREAT SIGNAL enter Billboard Heatseekers chart in the United States with new album "Disconnect" Canadian thrash metal powerhouse THREAT SIGNAL entered the Billboard Heatseekers chart at #79 with their new album "Disconnect", released in November on Agonia Records. The album sold more copies than its 2011's self-titled predecessor in its first week of release in the United States, making it the band's best sales week to date. Click to order, download or stream "Disconnect": http://threatsignalmusic.com "Disconnect" was recorded and produced by vocalist Jon Howard and lead guitarist Travis Montgomery. Mixing and mastering were done by Mark Lewis(DevilDriver, Whitechapel, Battlecross, Coal Chamber). Artwork for the album was created by Ludovic Cordelieres of Rusalkadesign (Kamelot). Founder & vocalist Jon Howard commented on the new album: "Well, we made it to album number 4! To say its been a tough ride would be an under...