  Watch The Video For “Flesh Throne” HERE Through a majestic shroud of symphonic black metal, adorned with cinematic grandeur and emotional weight, VESSELES has revealed the visceral and empowering new anthem “Flesh Throne”. Valira, a demon cast into the human world, has returned to the fiery realms of her homeland. “‘Flesh Throne’ is a regal, thunderous, and grandiose embodiment of demonic symphonic black metal from the depths of The Beneath. Drenched in sovereignty and transformation, ‘Flesh Throne’ is about Valira (demon composer) reclaiming her power over humanity. This song is the perfect first track for the new era. Upon writing the intro to the song, Valira immediately knew it had to have a powerful music video to go along with it, especially one with her sitting upon a throne judging the fate of feeble humans. That is exactly what it got.” Watch the video HERE: https://youtu.be/HosMIKKo2Fg?si=E5tL0A3PE1s3a-uD About VESSELES: Founded in 2023, VESSELES is the sonic vessel through which Valira speaks the language of her origins. As composer, orchestrator, and architect, she crafts bleak, incantatory soundscapes that fuse serrated guitars with haunted symphonic textures. Her voice, at once seething and spectral, now rises with increasing clarity, layered across both backing and lead roles in studio and on stage. This is not performance. It is possession. Through sound, she casts off the human shell and steps fully into her true form: demon, exile, survivor. VESSELES unveiled the debut EP I Am A Demon in 2024, a liturgy of identity dysphoria, rage, and revelation. In the new single, Valira steps out of the shadows reborn. Credits: Composed by Valira Pietrangelo. Performed by VESSELES. VESSELES Is: Valira Pietrangelo – guitar and backing vocals J Burial (Joel Ferry) – vocals Ron Graves – bass Nick Brown – drums Links: Bandcamp: https://vesseles.bandcamp.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vesseles/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Vesseles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vesseles666/ Music and merch: https://linktr.ee/vesseles Copyright © 2025 C Squared Music, All rights reserved. |
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New Album ‘Give Us The Moon’ by The Night Flight Orchestra Set for Release
THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA Unveils Title Track from Upcoming Album | Check Out the Lyric Video for “Give Us The Moon” HERE!
Cinematic Seventh Album, Give Us The Moon, out January 31, 2025 via Napalm Records | Pre-Order NOW!
[Photo credit: Linda Florin]
Leading AOR force THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA present the title track of their cinematic seventh album, Give Us The Moon, out January 31, 2025 via Napalm Records! “Give Us The Moon” features a catchy singalong chorus, sure to convince fans old and new. The new single arrives with a lyric video.
Founded in 2007 by members of high-profile bands such as Soilwork, Arch Enemy and Mean Streak, over the years, THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA has garnered millions of streams, earned Swedish Grammis nominations and built a reputation for dynamic live performances internationally through touring and massive festival shows such as Wacken Open Air. The band is set to continue winning over international live audiences on their European and Scandinavian headline tours this winter and spring. Grab your tickets now, check out “Give Us The Moon” below and make sure to pre-order your copy of the new album!
THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA comments:
“‘Give Us The Moon’ is the title track and guiding star that slides across the dance floor and into the night. It also speaks of our human need and longing to be somewhere else, and our notion that there must be something more out there – something grander, something more gratifying and mysterious.
Give Us The Moon takes the listener on an exciting sonic journey, balancing between uplifting escapism and captivating stories inspired by real life events. The album’s themes span the likes of heroines and temptresses to liberation and romantic nostalgia, set to backdrops of abandoned cities and cosmic tides.
The intro track “Final Call” sets the scene for Give Us The Moon before impressive opening track “Stratus” is followed by the beautifully nostalgic “Shooting Velvet”. The intro of “Like The Beating Of A Heart” captures the listener from its first notes, leading into an irresistibly catchy chorus. Massive “Melbourne, May I?” is a classic THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA anthem, featuring captivating solos that are equally prominent on following track “Miraculous”. THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA slows it down for the emotional “Paloma”, before again diving into different soundscapes on the exciting, uplifting “Cosmic Tide”. The band continues their trademark of name-dropping streets and cities on “A Paris Point Of View”, that features fascinating instrumentation including particularly 80s-inspired keys and groovy bass. Sentimental “Runaways” feels like a part of a movie, only partially because of the attention-grabbing intro track before the first notes. THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA gets the tempo up once more for “Way To Spend The Night” before epic closing track “Stewardess, Empress, Hot Mess (And The Captain Of Pain)” wraps up THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA’s most cinematic masterpiece so far.
Give Us The Moon is free from the limitations of one genre or style, although many of the soundscapes of the album draw inspiration from the 80s, making the album a varied, exciting adventure. Give Us The Moon is produced by THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA and Sebastian Forslund, who also mixed the album, and is mastered by Plec Johansson at award-winning The Panic Room Studios. To celebrate the release of the new full-length, THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA will embark on a full European tour in late January 2025. Boarding is completed – fasten your seatbelts and enjoy the flight!
THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA about their new album:
“We have never worked harder on an album before and what a journey it’s been. We feel that this album has it all and there’s no way we could have done any better. It’s an explosion of emotions and cinematic landscapes where you’ll be catapulted into space and then land smoothly while feeling right at home. It will be your haven and your grand escape all at once. We hope you will connect to this album with every fiber of your body and mind, just like we do. Please do enjoy Give Us The Moon!”Pre-Order Your Copy Of Give Us The Moon NOW:
[Cover Art: Giorgia Carteri]
Give Us The Moon tracklisting:
1. Final Call (Intro)
2. Stratus
3. Shooting Velvet
4. Like The Beating Of A Heart
5. Melbourne, May I?
6. Miraculous
7. Paloma
8. Cosmic Tide
9. Give Us The Moon
10. A Paris Point Of View
11. Runaways
12. Way To Spend The Night
13. Stewardess, Empress, Hot Mess (And The Captain Of Pain)
Moon Over Europe 2025 Tour
Support: Metalite, Tragedy
30.01.25 NL – Tilburg / 13
31.01.25 FR – Lyon / O Totem Live
01.02.25 UK – London / Garage
02.02.25 FR – Paris / Petit Bain
04.02.25 ES – Bilbao / Sana27
05.02.25 PT – Lisbon / Lisboa Au Vivo
07.02.25 ES – Madrid / Mon
08.02.25 ES – Barcelona / Wolf
11.02.25 IT – Milan / Legend Club
13.02.25 HU – Budapest / Durer Kert
14.02.25 AT – Vienna / Szene
15.02.25 DE – Munich / Backstage
16.02.25 CZ – Prague / Futurum
18.02.25 CH – Aarau / KIFF
19.02.25 DE – Aschaffenburg / Colos Saal
20.02.25 DE – Nuremberg / Hirsch
21.02.25 DE – Karlsruhe / Substage
22.02.25 DE – Berlin / Frannz Club
24.02.25 DE – Hamburg / Bahnhof Pauli
Moon Over Scandinavia 2025 Tour
27.02.25 SE – Uppsala / Katalin
28.02.25 SE – Karlstad / Nöjesfabriken
01.03.25 SE – Gothenburg / Gothenburg Filmstudios*
06.03.25 DK – Copenhagen / Vega
07.03.25 SE – Norrköping / Arbis
08.03.25 SE – Malmö / Plan B
*w/ NESTOR
THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA is:
Björn Strid – Vocals
Sharlee D’Angelo – Bass
Jonas Källsbäck – Drums
Sebastian Forslund – Guitar, Percussions
John Lönnmyr – Keys
Rasmus Ehrnborn – Guitar
Anna Brygard – Backing Vocals
Åsa Lundman – Backing Vocals
THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA online:
NAPALM RECORDS
Melodeath Juggernauts Hiraes Announce New Album
HIRAES (feat. Former Members of Dawn of Disease & Critical Mess) Strike Back with Sophomore Melodic Death Metal Assault
New Album, Dormant, out January 26, 2024 via Napalm Records
Pre-Order HERE
Watch the Music Video for First Single, “Through The Storm”, HERE
| German-based melodic death metal formation HIRAES – featuring former members of Dawn of Disease and Critical Mess – will furiously kick off the new year with the release of their sophomore studio album, entitled Dormant, due out January 26, 2024 via Napalm Records! Wasting no time, HIRAES have just unveiled the first single from Dormant – thunderous album opener “Through The Storm”. The track offers a glimpse into the variety of elements on the album, including powerful and varied drumming, poignant and melancholic melodies, infectious choruses, and breathtaking soundscapes – all complimented by Britta’s versatile vocals. The band comments about the track and video: “In a way, the video is a continuation of our first single, ‘Under Fire’, from the last album. It’s dedicated to a storm and its indomitable energy. Experience this debut single and join us as we navigate ‘Through The Storm’ together!“ The band adds: “We are far beyond proud to present our second album Dormant to you! The album will grab you with its intensity from the first second on and won’t let you go. We invested a lot of energy, dedication and passion to create this monumental and melancholic piece of melodic death metal. Having played countless shows over the last two years, Dormant captures the energy of HIRAES’ live performances and places the songs right between heart and gut. Once again, none other than the talented staff of Fascination Street Studios under the direction of Jens Bogren are responsible for the refinement of our sound. We are so much looking forward to unleashing Dormant upon all those metalheads out there!“ |
| Watch the official video for “Through The Storm” HERE: |
Compared to their lauded 2021 debut, Solitary, it’s immediately evident that HIRAES did not only grow within their sound due to countless live appearances, but have invested more time and energy into developing their sophisticated songwriting and production, leaning further into their own unique sound profile. Due to the use of varying keys and sonic elements, Dormant is undoubtedly fresh without sacrificing the nuances that caused their first album to connect so successfully with fans. With their very first offering, HIRAES already created an exciting new melodic death metal emergence, built upon a brutalized vocal attack, intense melodies and aggressive guitars. On Dormant, HIRAES flexes their own trademarks in an intensified way, ranging from versatile drumming, catchy riffs and hymn-like melodies to enthralling soundscapes and the impressive vocal onslaught of singer Britta Görtz. Dormant is a stirring, intense and dynamic death metal affair that is both heavily brutal and dark, yet full of melodic melancholy.
Pre-Order Dormant HERE!
| Dormant track listing: 1. Through The Storm 2. We Owe No One 3. Undercurrent 4. Chance To Fail 5. About Lies 6. Come Alive 7. Ocean Child 8. Nightflight 9. Red Soil 10. Dormant Set to be released on January 26, 2024, Dormant will be available in the following formats: – 1 CD Digisleeve (6page) – 1 LP Gatefold solid royal blue – Digital Album |
| HIRAES are: Britta Görtz – vocals Lukas Kerk – guitars Oliver Kirchner – guitars Christian Wösten – bass Mathias Blässe – drums HIRAES online: Website TikTok Napalm Records |
Modern Metal Band Infected Rain Announce New Album
INFECTED RAIN are:
Lena Scissorhands – Vocals
Vidick – Guitar
Alice Lane – Bass
Eugeniu Voluta – Drums
Industrial Modern Metal Act Infected Rain are coming back with a new album in February 2024 with “TIME”. Insight to TIME offers a bombastic trip-hop Metal blended journey into the ever flowing sands of time. It’s going to be heavy, moody, and trippy. The Moldovian band want to bring new flavors in their follow-up to ECDYSIS (2022) and continue to evolve their sound with a new member, Alice Lane on Bass. The band’s most successful album yet will be undoubtedly difficult to follow up on, but Infected Rain has not let us down yet and I don’t suspect they ever will. They’re one of the most intensely heavy bands I have ever heard in my life. New single NEVER TO RETURN is a shoe-in for their usual ball busting material, but it has a new cerebral sound that is truly mesmerizing with Eastern instruments flirting with a low end rhythmic feel. It’s identifiable as Infected Rain, but certainly matured and evolved.
INFECTED RAIN says about TIME:
“TIME is not just an album, it’s a journey, a testament to our evolution as INFECTED RAIN.
Time isn’t just a measure; it’s an ever-flowing river, a constant reminder of our fleeting moments and enduring legacies.
This subject resonates deeply throughout the record, offering to you a chance to reflect on the past, embrace the present, and dream of the future.
With TIME, we invite you to experience the phenomena of time with us, in all its haunting beauty and raw power.”
INFECTED RAIN says about “NEVER TO RETURN”:
“‘NEVER TO RETURN’ is our deep dive into the unstoppable flow of time, reminiscent of the shifting sands in an ancient desert.
Like smoke that slips through fingers, moments pass us by, leaving behind traces of memories.
In this song, amidst the backdrop of the vast, timeless desert, we transform into ethereal creatures, exploring the mysteries of time. It’s a reflection on life’s journey, with all its fleeting moments, and a reminder that every second counts.”
TIME is out February 9th, 2024 via Napalm Records
Listen to NEVER TO RETURN now!
INFECTED RAIN are on tour in the USA right now, supporting the duke of spook himself, WEDNESDAY 13! See below for all remaining tour dates:
WEDNESDAY 13 w/ INFECTED RAIN, Gemini Syndrome and Black Satellite:
11/07/23: Lawrence, KS @ The Bottleneck
11/09/23: Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway Theater
11/10/23: Madison, WI @ The Annex
11/11/23: Joliet, IL @ The Forge
11/12/23: Bloomington, IL @ Castle Theater
11/14/23: Belvedere, IL @ Apollo Theatre
11/15/23: Flint, MI @ Machine Shop
11/16/23: Cleveland, OH @ The Foundry
11/17/23: Pittsburgh, PA @ Crafthouse
11/18/23: Lititz, PA @ Mickey’s Black Box
11/19/23: Clifton, NJ @ Dingbatz
11/22/23: Spartanburg, SC @ Ground Zero
11/24/23: Winston-Salem, NC @ Millenium Center
11/25/23: Richmond, VA @ Canal Club
11/26/23: Leesburg, VA @ Tally Ho
11/28/23: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade
11/30/23: Knoxville, TN @ The Concourse
12/01/23: Louisville, KY @ Headliners Music Hall
12/02/23: Columbus, OH @ The King Of Clubs
12/03/23: Indianapolis, IN @ Hi Fi Annex
12/05/23: Des Moines, IA @ Lefty’s Live Music
12/06/23: Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theater
12/08/23: Denver, CO @ Oriental Theater
12/09/23: Colorado Springs, CO @ Black Sheep
Crypta Shades of Sorrow 2023 Review
Brazillian Death Metal band Crypta has been a hot topic of 2023 with their unbelievably good festival sets and playthroughs for the new album “Shades of Sorrow”. Crypta is a happy accident, formed by two ex members of famed Nervosa, Fernanda Lira (bass, vocals) and bombastic drummer Luana Dametto. The two parted from Nervosa due to creative differences, and I think it was ultimately for the best. Fernanda really deserved more creative license, and she has proved it in their new album tenfold. As you may know, I am not a Death Metal or Thrash Metal fan, so I normally steer clear of anything that combines the two. However, Crypta goes beyond the ideologies of elitism and have forged their own deeper, darker, more interesting sound that really converted me to be a fan. I am late to the party on reviewing it, because at first, I had no idea where to start. This is way out of my wheelhouse music-wise and I didn’t think there would be a point to me reviewing it, but the lack of coverage of this album has absolutely stunned me. I have not seen this album get half the recognition it deserves, Whether it is Elitism, Sexism, our just bad promotion, this album has fallen in the background in Metal press.
“Shades of Sorrow” is my pick for most surprising album of the year. This album is absolutely fantastic, maybe one of the greatest of the Death Thrash genre in years. Crypta have insane technicality and unique progression in their flavor of this genre. The depth of talent knows no bounds in each member, and they come together and blend different influences to create something truly like nothing else on the planet. The depth of their music and darkness throws me back to Death’s Chuck Shuldiner, which is one of the highest compliments you can receive in Death Metal. The sinking darkness, the despair, the overall ambience to this record just envelopes you entirely. When you listen to it, you can’t think about anything else, and that is a great thing. “Shades of Sorrow” is catharsis at the ultimate heaviest and aggressive level. It is laden with aggression and reflection, completely anger personified. This album will get you up and arm you with mauls of thorns. There’s nothing hooky, cheesy, or over produced about this album. It is a true Death Metal record with riffs and vocals that will sink into you for months. It is chest-pounding and addictive song after song.
“The Other Side of Anger” is just absolutely fantastic and searing. Luana is at the top of her game with blast beats, groove, and ride rhythms for days that highlight every single note on the guitar. Her aggression and rhythmic savvy remind me of a young Gene Hoglan. This is clinical Death Metal drumming with just the best snare sound on “Trial of Traitors”. Luana kills it on this album and might be my drummer of the year. Fernanda is a powerhouse of ranged growls and screams with diction and clarity. It’s somehow catchy, without too much repetitiveness. It’s Progressive, but Thrashy. It encompasses so many influences and new sounds I have never heard before, even almost a tribal rhythm on some tracks. It is truly hard to explain the depth of this record. But, to get a scope of it, the track “Stronghold” is sure to blow you away. This track is one of the best to come this year, in my opinion. It is just a bull through a crowd of people that pummels and wrecks everything in its wake. You have to listen to this song, even if this music isn’t your thing.
Another aspect of the album I massively appreciate is the guitar solos. For a while now, guitar solos are few and far between in Modern Metal, but good god these guitarists have brought solos back to Thrash. They are blistering tapping melodic solos that sound so sinister. The guitars capture the mood so well and blend with the vocals expertly. They’re clean but not processed. This is just raw blistering talent that I rarely ever hear in this genre. Taina and Jessica play so well off of each other, intertwining solos and melodic lines of dual guitars that hit you right in the gut. They play fast, but you can hear every single note in the chord. It’s as if everyone in the band has been playing together for twenty years. No amount of production can create that level of audible chemistry.
“Shades of Sorrow” is a 10/10 album for me, and I don’t typically love this kind of music, but I LOVE this record and everything about it. This band is immensely talented and you’re truly not going to believe how good they are live. This album deserves way more credit than it has received and I hope overtime people will find the brilliance of Crypta.
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