Photo Credit: Scott Chalmers

UK hard rock sensations South Of Salem have released their final single before their epic new album Death Of The Party, coming 19th January.

Stream 'Jet Black Eyes' here: https://ingrv.es/jet-black-eyes-uew-c
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/-XV1Re7sdb0

Pre-order Death Of The Party here: https://southofsalem.myshopify.com

South Of Salem are riding high following their debut headline tour. Sold out across the UK, the band sold over 2000 tickets, and ended their tour with a huge show at Inverness' Monsterfest. Not content to rest, South Of Salem will be performing at Bloodstock 2024, and will play their largest headline show yet with a huge album release party at Bournemouth's O2 Academy on 20th January.

The first local band to headline the 1800-capacity venue, South Of Salem are swiftly becoming acclaimed as one of the country's most exciting new rock groups around. 

Get your tickets here: https://www.seetickets.com/event/south-of-salem/o2-academy-bournemouth/2815398

South Of Salem will also support Kris Barras Band across April 2024. Dates as follows:

Apr 06: Torquay, The Foundry
Apr 12: Southampton, Engine Rooms
Apr 13: Wolverhampton, KK's Steel Mill
Apr 14: Manchester, Academy 2
Apr 17: Glasgow, The Garage
Apr 18: Newcastle, Boilershop
Apr 19: Nottingham, Rock City
Apr 20: London, Islington Assembly

Forming in 2019, South Of Salem's brief history is already impressive, building legions of fans even at this early stage. In their time, the band have supported WASP, Wednesday 13, and packed out sets at Bloodstock 2021 and Stonedead 2023. Even more impressive considering they first hit the stage in 2020, with their live career then immediately halted by the Covid pandemic.

Death Of The Party will only up the ante: an all-out hard rock explosion of classic heavy metal, 80s sleaze and horror, with elements of Murderdolls, Avenged Sevenfold, and beyond. Recorded with Grammy-nominated producer Romesh Dodangoda (Bring Me The Horizon, Twin Atlantic, and many more), Death Of The Party is a huge record: anthemic, dark, punchy and powerful. You only need to listen to first single, the floorfiller that is the metallic-edged 'Left For Dead' (watch here). South Of Salem are a band here to not mess around.
  
Inspired by rock gods as varied as Alice Cooper, Guns N' Roses, Zakk Wylde, and Murderdolls, to name a few, South Of Salem also take inspiration from the horror genre, to present a new twist on hard rock. Vocalist Joey is an avid collector of horror movies, with over 2000 DVDs and VHSs in his collection; he also writes spooky children’s books, with four published. Guitarist Denis – an avid fan of Zakk Wylde – has roadied for the legend himself, and is also a vinyl collector. His prize record is a Type O Negative test-press of Origin Of The Feces, with a scratch and sniff peel-away sticker. Thankfully, it’s still factory-sealed. 

Follow South Of Salem:

https://instagram.com/southofsalemofficial/
https://facebook.com/southofsalemofficial/
https://tiktok.com/@south.of.salem
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5hJLHVZ83c7qJlPkf8SMw6
https://southofsalem.com

Tracklisting:
 
1: Vultures 
2: Static 
3: Jet Black Eyes 
4: Stitch The Wound 
5: Left For Dead 
6: Hellbound Heart          
7: Bad Habits (Die Hard) 
8: Death Of The Party 
9: A Life Worth Dying For 
10: Villain

Alternative Brightonian quartet El Moono are delighted to announce their debut album, The Waking Sun, to be released 10th May via Lockjaw Records. 

As if that weren't enough, the band have also released their highly atmospheric, thunderous new single 'The First Man On Mars'.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/gQ5gQFmg6iA

Stream here: https://elmoono.lnk.to/firstmanonmars

Pre-orders for The Waking Sun coming soon.

The band comment: "Modern life looks more like a dystopia every day - the rich are getting richer, the poor are getting poorer, and billionaires are planning their escape to Mars. 'The First Man On Mars' is a comment on the billionaire space race, and how we’re allowing those billions to be invested in a vanity project, rather than problems that affect us all on earth. Sometimes we feel like we’re stuck in the Truman Show, with no escape from our predetermined fates. Musically, the track sums up our band’s divergent style of songwriting, with verses of world-music tinged pop suddenly juxtaposed by doom-metal sludge sections, and accentuated by the biggest riff we’ve ever written."

El Moono have announced three headline shows ahead of the album's release. 

Dates are as follows:

Feb 29: Cardiff The Moon
Mar 01: Nottingham Chameleon
Mar 02: Luton Castle

The long-awaited debut marks an exciting turn for El Moono toward the darker and more abrasive - a more mature release from a band already marked for greatness. 

The Waking Sun follows El Moono's highly-regarded 2022 Temple Corrupted EP (released via Lockjaw Records). Previous tours alongside Black Peaks, Haggard Cat, St Pierre Snake Invasion, and Press to MECO elevated El Moono within the new British underground, and the EP release garnered notable praise from Metal Hammer, Kerrang! and Guitar World. With influences of rock, hardcore, metal and grunge, the band's off-kilter and oftentimes mind-bending riffs, emotive songs and expressive lyricism combine to create a sound that’s difficult to pigeonhole.

For more information: 
https://www.elmoono.com
https://www.facebook.com/elmoono
https://www.instagram.com/el.moono
https://twitter.com/elmoono4

The Waking Sun tracklist:
 

1. Dawn
2. Illusionist
3. The Waking Sun
4. The Charm
5. Haunting
6. Chains
7. The First Man On Mars
8. Orbit
9. Phantom
10. Screw Loose
11. Marionettes
12. Soul Eclipse
13. Dusk

Photo Credit: Fragile Gold

Fronted by vocalist Severin Sailer, with guitarist Philipp Tenberken, drummer Bastian Gölz and bass player Valentin Noack; Avralize have signed with Arising Empire and released hitting single 'Lotus'.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/ejXa8X_tY8Y

Stream here: https://arisingempire.com/lotus

Many worlds come together. A mix of vibe, technique and artistic creativity meets destructive breakdowns, provoking guitar riffs and catchy choruses. With finesse, the four guys from south Germany strike the perfect balance between the brutality of the deliberately used deathcore elements while incorporating a massive production and exciting grooves that you just want to dance to. Avralize stands for perception through sound. That's why the band has set itself the task of using certain stylistic devices, such as futuristic sounds and melodies to cast a spell over their fans and let them wander into distant worlds.

Severin commented: "We are thrilled to share the exciting news of our partnership with Arising Empire. With their support, we can now concentrate on realizing our vision for the band and immerse ourselves even more in what we love most: creating music. Our first release with Arising Empire will feature a particularly special song titled "Lotus".

"The essence of the song revolves around the profound theme of letting go of the past. This signifies a transformative process of shedding old burdens, relationships, or beliefs to make way for new growth and change. Change is often perceived as intimidating and frightening, yet for us, it became essential to break free from self-imposed limitations and embrace the freedom to pursue our true desires, regardless of external opinions. Authenticity lies in being true to oneself and removing anything that obstructs the expression of our genuine selves—a step that anyone is capable of taking." 

Having shared the stage with scene heavyweights like Ghostkid, Novelists, Paleface and Of Virtue, the group quickly established a reputation for their energetic live show that turns their crowds into a giant party on a regular basis. Despite their relatively short time as a band since their formation, Avarlize have already performed at established festivals like Southside, Hurricane and RockXplosion.

Avaralize are:
Severin Sailer | Vocals
Philipp Tenberken | Guitar
Valentin Noack | Bass
Bastian Gölz | Drums

Avralize online:
https://www.instagram.com/avralizemusic
https://www.tiktok.com/@avralizemusic
https://www.facebook.com/avralizemusic
https://twitter.com/avralizemusic

Photo Credit: Mary Lou Larson

Darkest Hour have revealed their new single 'Societal Bile', from forthcoming new album Perpetual | Terminal, to be released on 23rd February 2024 via MNRK Heavy. 

Watch the video, directed by Chad Fjerstad, here: https://youtu.be/3CGOId2-EDw

Pre-order Perpetual | Terminal here: https://darkesthour.ffm.to/perpetualterminal

"This song is for survivors," says Mike Schleibaum, guitar. "While we all have our own special survival story, this song touches on the bile that immerses us as we navigate this modern life. It's also an acknowledgment of the personal responsibility we all share to ourselves to reject all that attempts to consume us and fight each day to find our own space to exist in peace with a world at war. It's dedicated to everyone who's got that survivor's disease and won't ever give up."

Darkest Hour, as a whole, have weathered time, trends, and tides of change and stand stronger nearly three decades since their formation. Their unique sonic style incorporates death metal exorcisms, thrash recklessness, hardcore punk attitude, and melodic catharsis at the speed of a circle pit.
  
"The record's theme centers around the duality of survival while embracing rebirth,'" says Schleibaum. "We keep killing parts of ourselves to make new parts and survive. The story of the record is the story of the band. We're still here, and we're giving the world a body of work that's representative of our music today. We've realized relationships, tours, good times, everything that seems to give life meaning, is terminal — and will inevitably end. Nevertheless, we're 46-year-old dudes who love this music enough to put up with the trials and tribulations of being artists in a touring band."
 
Darkest Hour clawed their way out of the DMV area in the USA in 1995. Throughout the ensuing years, they tallied tens of millions of streams and quietly built a diehard fan base. Canvasing the globe, they packed thousands of shows and touched down on every continent, save Antarctica. Along the way, they notably notched five top 3 debuts on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums Chart. 2017's Godless Prophets & the Migrant Flora marked the group's third #1 bow on the latter in addition to crashing the top 10 of the Top Vinyl Albums Chart. It also represented a creative and critical high watermark. Beyond praise from Revolver, EXCLAIM!, and more, MetalSucks rated it a rare perfect score of "5-out-of-5" and hailed it as "the best album Darkest Hour have ever made." New Noise cited it as "one of the best of 2017," and Metal Hammer dubbed it "a monumental return." PopMatters crowned it "a masterclass in following your beliefs no matter where they might take you."

Darkest Hour ended their 2023 touring across the USA with Exodus and Fit For An Autopsy. Their 2024 begins with a bang, with a headline tour across North America with Mouth of War, Filth Is Eternal, IAM, and Somnuri in support.

Darkest Hour are:
John Henry – vocals
Mike Schleibaum– guitar
Nico Santora - guitar
Aaron Deal – bass
Travis Orbin– drums

For more information:
https://www.instagram.com/darkest_hour_official 
https://twitter.com/darkesthourrock 
https://www.facebook.com/DarkestHourDudes/ 
https://www.tiktok.com/@darkest.hour.official 
https://www.youtube.com/@darkesthourdudes
https://www.mnrkheavy.com

About MNRK Music Group
MNRK Music Group is one of the largest independent music companies in the world, with recording, music publishing, and management divisions operating in every major music market. MNRK is committed to discovering and guiding top music creators and artists and works with some of the greatest musical talent, including The Lumineers and Pitbull, the music publishing catalog of Chuck Berry, plus premier music companies Dualtone Music Group and Last Gang. The company’s music department services Academy Award and Emmy Award-winning producers. Its catalog across divisions consists of 54,000 music tracks, including multiple GRAMMY winners and platinum-selling hits.

Perpetual | Terminal Tracklisting:

1. Perpetual | Terminal
2. Societal Bile
3. A Prayer to the Holy Death
4. The Nihilist Undone
5. One With the Void   
6. Amor Fati  
7. Love is Fear 
8. New Utopian Dream    
9. Mausoleum
10. My Only Regret
11. Goddess of War, Give Me Something to Die For

Photo Credit: Andrea Livieri

Italian prog/death metallers The Moor have released 'Ombra', the second single and title track from their upcoming third full-length, due 15th March via Inertial Music. The track, sang in the band's native Italian language, follows initial single 'The Overlord Disease'. The stunning music video for 'Ombra' was produced by Damiano Affinito and the band.

Watch the music video here: https://youtu.be/u0j_WawYVJA

Stream the song here: https://www.themoorband.com

Pre-order Ombra here: https://www.inertial-music.com/store
 

'Ombra' embodies the essence of the album, exploring the emotional turmoil and inner struggles that accompany the creative process. The song's driving rhythm and soaring melodies perfectly capture the band's signature blend of aggression and beauty, while Enrico "Ukka" Longhin's heartfelt lyrics delve into the depths of human resilience and the power of unity in the face of adversity.

Frontman Enrico "Ukka" Longhin comments: "The title track of the album is always a special one. 'Ombra' is a culmination of everything we've worked on for this record, a fusion of our signature sound with some new twists and orchestral turns. It's a song that will take you on a journey through the darkness and light of our music, all in our native language.”

By nature, 'Ombra' suggests that the music's emotive power goes beyond language, ensuring that the essence and emotions conveyed can be appreciated and felt by all listeners, regardless of their proficiency in Italian. At Studio Fredman in Gothenburg, Fredrik Nordström meticulously crafted a mix that amplifies the album's depth and raw emotion, promising an auditory experience that resonates with the album's themes.

Complementing the release is visionary artwork by Niklas Sundin, renowned for his ability to visually encapsulate the essence of musical voyages. As the album's due date approaches, exclusive pre-order bundles will be available at the Inertial Music website, offering fans an opportunity to delve deeper into The Moor's sonic labyrinth.

The Moor are a progressive metal band with ever-evolving facets of sound, hailing from Venice, Italy. Since their debut release in 2012, they have distinguished themselves through their innovative, atmospheric sound, incorporating elements of progressive rock, death and thrash metal, while retaining recognisable melodies and memorable choruses.

The band has collaborated with artists such as Mikael Stanne (Dark Tranquillity), Niklas Isfeldt (Dream Evil), and Björn Strid (Soilwork). The quartet is now composed of members of acts like Time and the Hunter (feat. Niklas Sundin), Folkstone, and historical underground acts like Bleed In Vain and Ensoph. The Moor are set to release their highly anticipated new album, mixed and mastered at Studio Fredman by Fredrik Nordström (In Flames, Dark Tranquillity, Architects, Dimmu Borgir, Obscura...) in early 2024. The Moor sound explores a mix of progressive metal, electronica, and melodic death metal influences.

The Moor are:

Enrico “Ukka” Longhin - vocals, guitars, synths
Davide Carraro - lead guitars
Massimo “KKTZ” Cocchetto - bass
Edo Sala - drums

The Moor online:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

Ombra tracklist:

1. Intro - Il Tema dell'Ombra
2. The Overlord Disease
3. Illuminant
4. Ombra
5. This River Spoke
6. Lifetime Damage
7. Withered
8. Our Tides
9. Passage
10. Vitreous
11. Thirst

Rising rock trio Florence Black have released their new single 'BED OF NAILS', the title track from their upcoming album. The band's second full-length, BED OF NAILS, is due for release on 2nd February.  

Check out 'BED OF NAILS' here: https://youtu.be/RddQ0Ry1Qac

Stream 'BED OF NAILS' here: https://songwhip.com/florence-black/bed-of-nails

Pre-order BED OF NAILS here: https://florenceblack.tmstor.es/

The band comment: 

"We are so excited to release the second Florence Black album, BED OF NAILS, on 2nd February. Thank you to everyone who has pre-ordered the album and bought tickets to the tour. We have been overwhelmed by the positive response from fans and press for the singles we have released so far, and can’t wait for you to hear the rest of the album. The BED OF NAILS tour begins in Glasgow in a few weeks time and we’re looking forward to getting back on stage and performing live for you across the UK. Once again thanks for your support with this release and for our band over the years. We will see you very soon." 

Florence Black performed at some of Europe’s biggest festivals last summer, including Hellfest, Resurrection and Sweden Rock Festival, and concluded 2023 with an appearance at Planet Rockstock. 

The trio will also embark on a UK headline tour in support of BED OF NAILS, set to take place next month.

Dates are as follows: 

Feb 01: Glasgow Classic Grand [LOW TICKETS]
Feb 02: Newcastle University 
Feb 03: Manchester Academy 3  [SOLD OUT]
Feb 05: Nottingham Rescue Rooms [LOW TICKETS]
Feb 06: Wolverhampton KK's Steel Mill 
Feb 08: Bournemouth The Old Fire Station
Feb 09: London The Dome [LOW TICKETS]
Feb 10: Cardiff Tramshed [LOW TICKETS]

Tickets are on sale here: https://www.florenceblack.uk

Florence Black [Planet Rock, Best New Band 2022] are award-winning guitarist Tristan Thomas (lead singer/guitar), Jordan Evans (bass/backing vocals) and Perry Davies (drums/backing vocals) from Merthyr Tydfil, in the rock/metal goldmine of the South Wales valleys.

Back in 2021, the band's standalone single 'BIRD ON A CHAIN' reached number 1 in the iTunes Rock chart. Their anticipated and critically acclaimed debut album WEIGHT OF THE WORLD followed in September, peaking at number 6 in the Official UK Rock & Metal Album Chart, Official UK Physical Album Sales Chart (#25), Official UK Independent Breakers Chart (#3) and Official UK Album Downloads Chart (#33). Singles from the album achieved their own successes: 'CAN YOU FEEL IT?' and fan-favourite 'SUN AND MOON' both became ‘Track of the Week’ in Classic Rock Magazine and both placed highly in the iTunes download chart on release. 'SUN AND MOON' was also added to Planet Rock Radio’s A-list and was highly praised by Kerrang! Magazine.

Florence Black kicked off 2022 with tours alongside Kris Barras Band and Ugly Kid Joe, followed by a tour as special guests on Steel Panther's Res:Erections tour. In a year peppered with festival appearances across Europe and the UK, they embarked on their biggest performances yet, with two sold-out stadium shows to 90,000 fans in Frankfurt, opening for German giants Bohse Onkelz. Florence Black were immediately invited back out to join Bohse Onkelz on their completely sold-out arena run of Germany in August and September. The band rounded off their busiest, most successful live year to date with their own largely sold-out WEIGHT OF THE WORLD headline run in October.

For more information:
https://www.florenceblack.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/florenceblackUK/
https://twitter.com/florenceblackUK/
https://www.instagram.com/florenceblackuk/

BED OF NAILS tracklisting: 

1. START AGAIN
2. DON’T HOLD ME DOWN
3. BED OF NAILS
4. TAXMAN
5. LOOK UP
6. WARNING SIGN
7. BEAUTIFUL LOVER
8. THE WAY HOME
9. SOLID 9
10. ROCKIN’ RING
11. THE FOREST
12. BACK TO THE END  

Grungy rockers Marisa And The Moths are proud to announce their highly-anticipated second album, What Doesn't Kill You, due for release 3rd May.

In celebration of the news, the band have released one of their heaviest singles yet, 'Who Are You Waiting For?'.

Stream here: https://music.marisaandthemoths.com/waywf

Pre-order the album here: https://marisaandthemoths.com/pre-order

Drawing inspiration from bands like Alter Bridge and Evanescence, Marisa And The Moths have created a sound that is both familiar and innovative. With hard-hitting instrumentals, soaring vocals, and thought-provoking lyrics, this track has you hanging on every word.

The lyrics of the song explore the aftermath of a toxic relationship, delving into themes of self-discovery, empowerment, and resilience. Lead vocalist Marisa delivers a passionate and emotive performance, making 'Who Are You Waiting For?' a relatable and cathartic experience for listeners.

Speaking about the track, Marisa says, "This song is about taking back your own power and realising that the love you once believed you had with someone is no longer there, and truthfully, maybe it never was. It's about rediscovering your own worth off the back of an abusive relationship, embracing your strengths, and realising YOU ARE GOOD ENOUGH, even when that seems hard to believe in the situation you're in.

"I hope this song makes people feel stronger and inspires them to move away from toxic, energy-sucking people in their lives!"

'Who Are You Waiting For?' is just a taste of what fans can expect from Marisa And The Moths' forthcoming second album. The album promises a collection of dynamic and diverse tracks that showcase the band's growth and musical evolution.

Known for their electrifying live performances, Marisa And The Moths have built a loyal and dedicated fanbase. Their ability to connect with audiences through their music and energetic stage presence has earned them a reputation as one of the most exciting rock bands on the alt-scene today.

Marisa And The Moths will be touring the album at a series of headline dates, as follows:

May 02: Reading Sub 89
May 03: Cardiff The Globe
May 04: Southampton The Loft
May 10: Manchester Star and Garter
May 11: Nottingham Rock City Beta
May 12: London Underworld
Jun 07: Leeds Brudenell Social Club
Jun 08: Newcastle Grove

Tickets from: https://www.seetickets.com/tour/marisa-and-the-moths

Marisa And The Moths (pronounced Muh-rees-ah) are one of the hottest unsigned rock acts in the UK right now. Their debut self-titled LP hit #66 in the Official Downloads Chart and has amassed hundreds of thousands of streams globally - as well as rave reviews from Kerrang!, Classic Rock, BBC Radio 2 Rock Show, and many more.

Marisa And The Moths are a group who bring to mind the best hard rock and grunge bands of the 90s, all while adding their own modern twist. Turning heads with their alternative rock sound and powerhouse vocals, frontwoman Marisa's raw and honest lyrics make for a unique and compelling listen. The band's 2023 run of singles have offered an intimate look at her grief in overcoming an abusive relationship, and an honest insight into her battle with anxiety, depression, whilst dealing with a relapsing eating disorder, amongst other things. Listeners can expect both hope and despair as they navigate through each track.

The band kicked off 2023 with their Damned If I Do EP, featuring singles 'Wither Away', 'Pedestal', and 'If You Knew', giving listeners a taste of what's to come with their forthcoming second album. 

With previous headline tours under their belt, support slots for artists like Kris Barras Band, Von Hertzen Brothers, Those Damn Crows and As December Falls as well as appearances at festivals like 2000 Trees, Planet Rockstock and Primordial Radio's General Mayhem, Marisa And The Moths have proven themselves to be a top-tier live act.

In support of new single releases scheduled from October 2023, Marisa And The Moths will be supporting Elvana on their UK tour for 17 shows across 2023-24, playing venues ranging 500-3000 capacity.

Follow the band on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3bUzFMP

See more: https://linktr.ee/marisaandthemothsband

Purchase Marisa And The Moths' first LP here: https://www.marisaandthemoths.com/

Marisa And The Moths are:

Marisa Rodriguez / Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Songwriter
Liam James Barnes / Bass, BVs
Alex Ribchester / Drums
Alessio D'Elia / Lead Guitar

What Doesn't Kill You tracklisting: 

1: Cursed
2: Get It Off My Chest
3: Borderline
4: Wither Away 
5: Gaslight
6: State of Mind (Interlude)    
7: Who Are You Waiting For?
8: Pedestal
9: Straight-Laced
10: Fake It Till You Make It
11: SAD
12: Serotonin
13: Just Like Me
14: Sense Of Self (Interlude)
15: Devil You Know
16: Lungs

The Wind Covenant return with their new EP, Hiraeth. The Italian based unit have taken their song-writing prowess to a new dimension which is perfectly showcased on their ferocious new single, 'The Wonders We Leave Behind.' The track serves as the first glimpse of the new EP, which drops on 8th March via Seek and Strike.

Watch the 'The Wonders We Leave Behind' video here: https://youtu.be/SczwFhzlX78

Pre-save Hiraeth EP here: https://orcd.co/hiraethep 

The Wind Covenant state: "One of the most enjoyable aspects of being a band, for us, is engaging in creative and inspiring writing sessions together. When we began the writing process for Hiraeth, our primary goal was to craft a collection of songs that felt uniquely exciting to us. With this EP, our focus was on creating a solemn, melancholic, and heart-wrenching vibe. We aimed to blend elements from various genres reflecting our musical backgrounds, including melodic hardcore, black-gaze and classical music, while expanding on our metal-core and death-core roots. The new songs place less emphasis on riffs - although they remain a significant part of our sound - instead, they serve more as a frame than a centrepiece. Throughout the writing and production process, we deliberately prioritised the emotion behind the songs as our guiding compass. This intentional shift resulted in a more personal and unique outcome.
 

“The EP’s lead single/video is for 'The Wonders We Leave Behind,’ which holds a special meaning for us. It's a reflection on the process of letting go of things that were once right for you, but no longer feel that way. At its core, the song explores themes of self-understanding, acceptance, closure and personal transformation. It delves into the idea that when the passion for something that once felt like your life's purpose fades, it's okay to change your path. Closing one chapter and starting a new one, no matter how hard or long you've worked for it, can be the right choice, even if it's difficult – and ultimately worth it. The songwriting process was very organic and was initially centred around the chorus, the heart of the song. We first came up with the chord progression on a piano and then wrote the chorus melody effortlessly on top of it. From there, everything else flowed naturally, maintaining focus on the lyrical concept and the haunting, yet hopeful musical atmosphere we aimed to convey.

“Our main goal is to guide listeners through an emotive journey, inviting them to appreciate not only the genre essentials (impactful breakdowns and riffs), but also the deeply personal lyrics, unique sound elements, melodic intricacies and a solemn mood that transcends genres. If you’re looking for a band that brings a different flavour to the scene, we encourage you to give us a listen."

The Wind Covenant online:
https://www.facebook.com/thewindcovenant 
https://www.instagram.com/thewindcovenant

Hiraeth tracklist:

1. Beyond The Mortal Sight
2. The Wonders We Leave Behind
3. Doomed
4. The Straight And Narrow
5. Devotion

Photo Credit: Lars Köppl

German metalcore quartet Defocus have announced their new album, and released their electrifying new single 'flatlines'. Their second album there is a place for me on earth is due 1st March via Arising Empire.

Pre-order here: https://arisingempire.com/defocus

Watch the new single here: https://youtu.be/ABsXAEc-5R8

The track follows the band's previous singles 'biased', 'let the bond be my grave' and 'crooked mind', their first new songs since their highly acclaimed debut album In The Eye Of Death We Are All The Same. 

Known for their intense energy and innovative sound, Defocus continues to push the boundaries of metalcore, and 'flatlines' is a testament to their evolving artistry.

The upcoming album is eagerly awaited by fans, who are keen to experience the full depth and dynamism of Defocus's latest musical exploration.

Founded by Simon Müller, Jeffrey Uhlmann, Jonas Mahler and Marcel “Bambam” Heberling, the German quartet launched in 2019, instantly proving their worth in the scene with their energetic live shows and their hard-hitting debut album In The Eye Of Death We Are All The Same.  

Defocus are:

Simon Müller | Vocals
Jeffrey Uhlmann | Guitar
Marcel "Bambam" Heberling | Bass
Jonas Mahler | Drums

Defocus online:
https://www.instagram.com/defocus.band
https://www.facebook.com/defocus
http://defocusband.com

Tracklisting:

01. let the bond be my grave
02. biased
03. watch me bleed
04. consumed by you
05. crooked mind
06. don't let it hurt me
07. hybrid anthem
08. ...to not feel anything
09. flatlines
10. there is a place for me on earth