NEW
SINGLE "THE FUNERAL MARCH" OUT NOW! [2026.08.21]
Swedish symphonic metal act
ZORNHEYM has released the third single, "The Funeral March", taken from their upcoming studio album "Descending Into
Madness", which is set for release on October 2, 2026 via Noble
Demon Records.
The band comments: "Inmates! “The Funeral March” is OUT NOW!
The third single from Descending into Madness takes us deeper into the
tragic story of Dr. Bettelheim and the events that ultimately lead to his
descent into madness.
Inspired by Chopin’s legendary Funeral March, we have dragged this timeless
piece into the world of Zornheym.
Listen now and let us know what you think!"
PRE-ORDER NOW:
Pre-order Blue Marbled Vinyl, special limited CD Digipak and the Zornheym
Book"The Zornheim Archives" here:
https://music.nobledemon.com/madness
Marking the band’s third full-length release, "Descending Into Madness"
serves as a prequel to the dark and intricate story surrounding the asylum "Zornheim",
its inmates and their doctors - where it is never quite clear who is truly
insane.
Tracklist: 01. Prologue: From the Depths of Sêlasee 02.Deus Rex 03. Somewhere
Far Beyond 04. Deep Below 05. Anneliese 06. Alone in the Dark 07. Gallow’s Oak 08. The Funeral March 09. Descending 10. Come Sweet Death 11. The Foreboding (CD Bonus Track) 12.
None For All(CD Bonus Track)
Recorded, mixed & mastered at Wing Studios
Produced by:Sverker Widgren/Zorn
"Descending Into Madness" will be coming out on October 2 via Noble
Demon Records and is now available for pre-order at this location:
https://music.nobledemon.com/madness . The album will be available in a
variety of exclusive formats, including coloured marbled vinyl, a limited
Collector's Edition CD, a Digipak and an A5 book.
ZORNHEYM are: Zorn - Guitars
Scucca - Guitars and Backing Vocals
Bendler- Vocals
Qual -
Drums
NEW
SINGLE / MUSIC VIDEO "DEUS REX" OUT NOW! [2026.05.29]
Swedish symphonic metal act
ZORNHEYM has released the second single and music video, "Deus
Rex", taken from their upcoming studio album "Descending Into
Madness", which is set for release on October 2, 2026 via Noble
Demon Records.
The band comments: "Inmates, The day has finally arrived. "Deus
Rex" is out now!
The opening track from our upcoming album “Descending Into Madness” is now
available on all major streaming platforms.
Stream it, add it to your playlists, and share it with your friends. Every
listen, share, and playlist addition helps us spread the word and reach new
listeners."
Zorn comments: “We knew we wanted a fast, heavy-hitting epic as the opener for
"Descending Into Madness", says mastermind Zorn. “The first
idea that came to mind was an unreleased Devian song that was originally
written for the third album. So this track is co-written with Emil
Dragutinovic (ex-Marduk, ex-DEVIAN, ex-The Legion). It
started from his original idea, blended with some of mine. We kept the core
spirit of it but fully ‘Zornheymified’ the song - I wrote new parts, and
Scucca added the choir break. The result absolutely rips.” He continues: “From a story perspective, this song serves as the
prologue to the entire prequel. It takes us back to a time when the asylum
functioned as a field hospital during the Thirty Years’ War, and to the dreadful
night when a group of deserters were brutally executed by the shores of Sêlasee
(the lake near the asylum) and hanged from the old oak. It also briefly touches
on the period when the place served as a sanatorium for the dying.”
What do you think of the song? Let us know in the comments and welcome back to
Zornheim."
PRE-ORDER NOW:
Pre-order Blue Marbled Vinyl, special limited CD Digipak and the Zornheym
Book"The Zornheim Archives" here:
https://music.nobledemon.com/madness
Marking the band’s third full-length release, "Descending Into Madness"
serves as a prequel to the dark and intricate story surrounding the asylum "Zornheim",
its inmates and their doctors - where it is never quite clear who is truly
insane.
Tracklist: 01. Prologue: From the Depths of Sêlasee 02.Deus Rex 03. Somewhere
Far Beyond 04. Deep Below 05. Anneliese 06. Alone in the Dark 07. Gallow’s Oak 08. The Funeral March 09. Descending 10. Come Sweet Death 11. The Foreboding (CD Bonus Track) 12.
None For All(CD Bonus Track)
Recorded, mixed & mastered at Wing Studios
Produced by:Sverker Widgren/Zorn
"Descending Into Madness" will be coming out on October 2 via Noble
Demon Records and is now available for pre-order at this location:
https://music.nobledemon.com/madness . The album will be available in a
variety of exclusive formats, including colored marbled vinyl, a limited
Collector's Edition CD, a Digipak and an A5 book.
ZORNHEYM are: Zorn - Guitars
Scucca - Guitars and Backing Vocals
Bendler- Vocals
Qual -
Drums
MORE ABOUT ZORNHEYM:
ZORNHEYM was founded in Stockholm, Sweden, as an ambitious vision by its
creator, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Zorn (ex-Dark Funeral),
with the goal of realizing his interpretation of the ultimate concept band - a
complete fusion of music, narrative, and visual storytelling. Since its
inception, the band has set out to redefine the traditional "metal meets
symphony" approach, developing a sound that blends cinematic orchestration
with a powerful heavy metal backbone and strong influences from melodic death
metal, all driven by a distinct sense for epic, memorable melodies.
At the core of
ZORNHEYM lies a dark and expanding narrative universe. Each album
unfolds within the walls of the mental asylum Zornheim - a place shrouded
in mystery, madness, and horror - where the institution itself becomes the
central character. Across releases, the band explores different eras of its
sinister history through layered storytelling, recurring themes, and hidden
connections. This concept was introduced on their debut album "Where Hatred
Dwells and Darkness Reigns" (2017) and further expanded on the critically
acclaimed "The Zornheim Sleep Experiment" (2021), followed by the
acoustic EP "The Forgotten Inmates" (2023), which completed the first
chapter of the asylum’s story.
ZORNHEYM’s artistic vision extends far beyond music. Their albums are
accompanied by detailed visual concepts and graphic novels, bringing the asylum
and its inmates to life in another dimension, while their music videos are
produced as short films that further immerse the audience in the band’s
universe.
On stage,
ZORNHEYM transforms into a theatrical experience led by frontman
Bendler, whose commanding presence draws the audience deep into the asylum’s
grip. On special occasions, actors become part of the performance, elevating the
show beyond a traditional concert into a dark and immersive spectacle.
NEW
SINGLE / MUSIC VIDEO "SOMEWHERE FAR BEYOND" OUT NOW! [2026.04.17]
Swedish symphonic metal act
ZORNHEYM has released the first single and music video, "Somewhere
Far Beyond", taken from their upcoming studio album "Descending Into
Madness", which is set for release on October 2, 2026 via Noble
Demon Records.
PRE-ORDER NOW:
Pre-order Blue Marbled Vinyl, special limited CD Digipak and the Zornheym
Book"The Zornheim Archives" here:
https://music.nobledemon.com/madness
Marking the band’s third full-length release, "Descending Into Madness"
serves as a prequel to the dark and intricate story surrounding the asylum "Zornheim",
its inmates and their doctors - where it is never quite clear who is truly
insane.
"In an era obsessed with speed and instant results, we chose substance over
shortcuts. This album was forged over years of relentless writing, arranging and
refining. Every decision mattered. Every layer was earned. Nothing was rushed,
nothing was accidental: until the vision stood complete,"the band
comments."'Somewhere Far Beyond' is the first glimpse into this
new chapter: a prequel that takes us back to the moment when Dr. Bettelheim
first arrives at Zornheim, long before the madness fully unfolds. The
track captures the epic choral power that defines the album, pushing our sound
further than ever, with every member delivering at their absolute peak."
Tracklist: 01. Prologue: From the Depths of Sêlasee 02. Deus Rex 03. Somewhere
Far Beyond 04. Deep Below 05. Anneliese 06. Alone in the Dark 07. Gallow’s Oak 08. The Funeral March 09. Descending 10. Come Sweet Death 11. The Foreboding (CD Bonus Track) 12.
None For All(CD Bonus Track)
Recorded, mixed & mastered at Wing Studios
Produced by:Sverker Widgren/Zorn
"Descending Into Madness" will be coming out on October 2 via Noble
Demon Records and is now available for pre-order at this location:
https://music.nobledemon.com/madness . The album will be available in a
variety of exclusive formats, including colored marbled vinyl, a limited
Collector's Edition CD, a Digipak and an A5 book.
ZORNHEYM are: Zorn - Guitars
Scucca - Guitars and Backing Vocals
Bendler- Vocals
Qual -
Drums
MORE ABOUT ZORNHEYM:
ZORNHEYM was founded in Stockholm, Sweden, as an ambitious vision by its
creator, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Zorn (ex-Dark Funeral),
with the goal of realizing his interpretation of the ultimate concept band - a
complete fusion of music, narrative, and visual storytelling. Since its
inception, the band has set out to redefine the traditional "metal meets
symphony" approach, developing a sound that blends cinematic orchestration
with a powerful heavy metal backbone and strong influences from melodic death
metal, all driven by a distinct sense for epic, memorable melodies.
At the core of
ZORNHEYM lies a dark and expanding narrative universe. Each album
unfolds within the walls of the mental asylum Zornheim - a place shrouded
in mystery, madness, and horror - where the institution itself becomes the
central character. Across releases, the band explores different eras of its
sinister history through layered storytelling, recurring themes, and hidden
connections. This concept was introduced on their debut album "Where Hatred
Dwells and Darkness Reigns" (2017) and further expanded on the critically
acclaimed "The Zornheim Sleep Experiment" (2021), followed by the
acoustic EP "The Forgotten Inmates" (2023), which completed the first
chapter of the asylum’s story.
ZORNHEYM’s artistic vision extends far beyond music. Their albums are
accompanied by detailed visual concepts and graphic novels, bringing the asylum
and its inmates to life in another dimension, while their music videos are
produced as short films that further immerse the audience in the band’s
universe.
On stage,
ZORNHEYM transforms into a theatrical experience led by frontman
Bendler, whose commanding presence draws the audience deep into the asylum’s
grip. On special occasions, actors become part of the performance, elevating the
show beyond a traditional concert into a dark and immersive spectacle.
BELPHEGOR
COUNTRY: AUSTRIA GENRE: DIABOLICAL DEATH METAL
[ Cover Artwork By: Dhomth ]
BELPHEGOR - "SCARLET BEAST - LEVIATHAN" NEW SINGLE AND MUSIC VIDEO! [2026.02.18] Diabolical death black metal titans BELPHEGORhave
released a new single titled "Scarlet Beast - Leviathan" via Reigning Phoenix
Music.
With the release of "Scarlet Beast – Leviathan", BELPHEGOR return at
their most menacing and deliberate, delivering a track that moves with the force
of an advancing colossus. Built upon lumbering, monolithic riffs and a
suffocating sense of inevitability, the single embodies a towering presence,
vast, unrelenting, and absolute.
"Scarlet Beast – Leviathan" does not chase speed; it commands submission.
Favoring tension, density, and sheer authority over velocity, the song fuses
ritualistic black metal atmosphere with the crushing weight of death metal. The
result is a sonic behemoth, oppressive, deliberate, and unstoppable, advancing
through scorched terrain with death trailing in its wake.
The single arrives as BELPHEGOR kick off
their North American “Praise The Beast” tour, carrying this new chapter
directly onto the stage. The track’s immense weight and deliberate pacing
translate into a live experience built on tension and command, setting the tone
for a run that promises ritual intensity across the continent. STREAM, GET IT HERE:
https://belphegor.rpm.link/leviathanYT
Accompanying the single is a stark and uncompromising music video that
captures the essence of true darkness. Gritty and raw in execution, the visual
counterpart strips away artifice and embraces ritualistic imagery, shadow, and
decay. It is not spectacle, but invocation.
With "Scarlet Beast – Leviathan", BELPHEGOR once again
prove their mastery of controlled devastation. The beast does not rush. It
advances. And nothing stands in its path.
Watch the videoclip on Youtube at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R84svP3mTJo
Video by: Thomas Keplinger
Mixed & mastered by Tue Madsen, Antfarm Studio
All guitars, vocals & bass recorded at Studio Mischmaschine Oberalm,
Austria with Jake K.
Drums recorded in Michael Zech's Church Of Sound Studio Munich, Ger.
BELPHEGOR
COUNTRY: AUSTRIA GENRE: DIABOLICAL DEATH METAL
BELPHEGOR - "SANCTUS DIABOLI CONFIDIMUS" NEW SINGLE AND MUSIC VIDEO! [2025.08.06] Diabolical death black metal titans BELPHEGORhave
released a new single titled "Sanctus Diaboli Confidimus", marking their
first release under a newly inked deal with Reigning Phoenix
Music. Accompanying the release is an official music video, directed by
Thomas Keplinger, which debuted alongside the single.
Vocalist, guitarist and only founding member Helmuth Lehner describes the
song: "A symbiosis of diabolical black death metal. A glorification of the
Devil. A hypnotic anthem of passion, fire and iron discipline. It stands for the
absolute freedom to walk your own path, to reign within your own realm."
Mixed and Mastered by Tue Madsen, Antfarm Studio
All guitars, vocals, bass recorded at Studio Mischmaschine Oberalm, Austria
with Jake K.
Drums recorded in Michael Zech s Church Of Sound Studio Munich, Ger.
BELPHEGOR
recording line-up: Helmuth: Guitars, heretic grunts, bass Wolfgang Wolf R.: Guitars James S.: Drums
Music & Lyrics: Helmuth
Female spells: Madame Gabriela J. Cover Artwork By: Dhomth Video by: Thomas Keplinger
[Photo by Mariusz Kowal] HATE - RELEASE TODAY "THE
VANGUARD" THIRD NEW SINGLE! [2025.05.02]
Slavic black/death metal titans HATE
have released today the third new single and video for the song "The
Vanguard" from their thirteenth album entitled "Bellum Regiis", out now via
Metal Blade Records.
Perun V. aka ATF Sinner comments: "Hey Everybody! Our new album,
BELLUM REGIIS, is with all of you as of
today. It truly is a labor of dedication and not a single detail was glossed
over in its making. We have not had such a large gap between albums since our
second ever outing, 1998's Lord Is Avenger. This is because Bellum
Regiis sits atop a wealth of ideas and was built to represent all of them.
Both musically and lyrically. Both sonically and visually. From the first notes
of the title track to the last stings of "Ageless Harp of Devilry" - nothing is
there without thought and intent. With that in mind, when we saw the response of
those close to us and the early reviews started flowing in, we were (and still
are!) incredibly proud to see how strongly the album spoke for itself. So let's
let it do just that. We will be back to discuss the inspirations, themes, and
tracks in more depth, but for now - Thank you and hope you enjoy BELLUM
REGIIS."
"Bellum Regiis" Track Listing: 01.Bellum Regiis 02.Iphigenia 03.The Vanguard 04. A Ghost of Lost Delight 05. Rite of Triglav 06. Perun Rising 07. Alfa Inferi Goddess of War 08. Prophet of Arkhen 09.
Ageless Harp of Devilry With a dozen ferocious and lauded albums since 1996′s Daemon Qui Fecit
Terra,
HATE's lucky thirteenth album, "Bellum Regiis", sees the
unrelenting Polish quartet forging a bolder and more aggressive style than ever.
"Bellum Regiis" nine songs see vocalist/guitarist ATF Sinner,
guitarist Domin, drummer Nar-Sil, and bassist Tiermes
honing a modern sound rife with eerie atmosphere and depth. Produced by David
Castillo (Candlemass, Carcass, Dark Tranquillity, Katatonia) at Stockholm's
Grondahl Studio, "Bellum Regiis" is lyrically a more "humanity focused
and personal" album than 2021′s "Rugia" while its songs are timely
aural and visual exploration of, according to the vocalist, "a struggle for
power and everything that comes with it."
Hence the album title, which translates to "A War Of Royalty"
or
"A
War Of Kings" The bands frontman looks at the hard questions surrounding
power does its attainment make us aberrant or are we aberrant to begin with?
"Bellum Regiis" has been released on CD and digital formats as well as LP
in the following color variants: 180g Black Grey Marble Silver Blackdust (Ltd. 300) Gold Blackdust (Ltd. 200) Black/White Splatter (US Exclusive Ltd. 350)
Formed in Warsaw in 1990, HATE
has been hailed as a "hallmark of consistency" and praised as a "sleek
and tight death metal monster." Since 2017′s Tremendum, the band has
focused on nature and its mysteries as a main source of inspiration. As Sinner explains,
"whether that"™s the nature within us, around us, or that
we see from afar, the perspectives gained and how they relate to different
overarching themes have driven each album." Where 2019′s "Auric Gates Of
Veles" focused on death, the Slavic perception of death in particular,
"Bellum Regiis" finds HATE delving into "humanity and why are we, as
creatures, so deeply motivated by concepts like power, wealth, glory, and faith.
The main theme is a struggle for power and everything that comes with it."
Fans may notice some commonality between "Erebos" and "Bellum Regiis"
in the character of the compositions and overall sound, with "Bellum Regiis"
being richer in style and with more black metal elements to it. "Between
female vocals, orchestration, samples, and acoustic guitars, there are a lot of
moving pieces that help set this album apart," notes Sinner. "My
vocals have also changed quite a bit over the years. They"™re more nuanced and
wider-ranging, able to portray emotions and meanings in a more powerful way."
[Photo by Mariusz Kowal] HATE: Perun V. (AKA ATF Sinner) - rhythm/acoustic guitars, vocals Domin - lead guitars Nar-Sil - drums Tiermes - bass
HATE - RELEASE TODAY "BELLUM REGIIS" NEW ALBUM! [2025.05.02]
Slavic black/death metal titans HATE
have released their thirteenth album entitled
"Bellum Regiis", out now via
Metal Blade Records.
Perun V. aka ATF Sinner comments: "Hey Everybody! Our new album, BELLUM REGIIS, is with all of you as of
today. It truly is a labor of dedication and not a single detail was glossed
over in its making. We have not had such a large gap between albums since our
second ever outing, 1998's Lord Is Avenger. This is because Bellum
Regiis sits atop a wealth of ideas and was built to represent all of them.
Both musically and lyrically. Both sonically and visually. From the first notes
of the title track to the last stings of "Ageless Harp of Devilry" - nothing is
there without thought and intent. With that in mind, when we saw the response of
those close to us and the early reviews started flowing in, we were (and still
are!) incredibly proud to see how strongly the album spoke for itself. So let's
let it do just that. We will be back to discuss the inspirations, themes, and
tracks in more depth, but for now - Thank you and hope you enjoy BELLUM
REGIIS."
With a dozen ferocious and lauded albums since 1996′s Daemon Qui Fecit Terra,
HATE's
lucky thirteenth album, "Bellum Regiis", sees the unrelenting Polish
quartet forging a bolder and more aggressive style than ever. "Bellum Regiis"
nine songs see vocalist/guitarist ATF Sinner, guitarist Domin,
drummer Nar-Sil, and bassist Tiermes honing a modern sound rife
with eerie atmosphere and depth. Produced by David Castillo (Candlemass,
Carcass, Dark Tranquillity, Katatonia) at Stockholm's Grondahl Studio,
"Bellum Regiis" is lyrically a more "humanity focused and personal"
album than 2021′s "Rugia" while its songs are timely aural and visual
exploration of, according to the vocalist, "a struggle for power and
everything that comes with it."
Hence the album title, which translates to "A War Of Royalty" or
"A
War Of Kings" The bands frontman looks at the hard questions surrounding
power does its attainment make us aberrant or are we aberrant to begin with?
"Bellum Regiis" Track Listing:
01.Bellum Regiis 02.
Iphigenia 03.The Vanguard 04. A Ghost of Lost Delight 05. Rite of Triglav 06. Perun Rising 07. Alfa Inferi Goddess of War 08. Prophet of Arkhen 09. Ageless Harp of Devilry
"Bellum Regiis" has been released on CD and digital formats as well as LP
in the following color variants:
180g Black
Grey Marble
Silver Blackdust (Ltd. 300)
Gold Blackdust (Ltd. 200)
Black/White Splatter (US Exclusive Ltd. 350)
Formed in Warsaw in 1990, HATE
has been hailed as a "hallmark of consistency" and praised as a "sleek
and tight death metal monster." Since 2017′s Tremendum, the band has
focused on nature and its mysteries as a main source of inspiration. As
Sinner explains, "whether that"™s the nature within us, around us, or that
we see from afar, the perspectives gained and how they relate to different
overarching themes have driven each album." Where 2019′s "Auric Gates Of
Veles" focused on death, the Slavic perception of death in particular,
"Bellum Regiis" finds HATE delving into "humanity and why are we, as
creatures, so deeply motivated by concepts like power, wealth, glory, and faith.
The main theme is a struggle for power and everything that comes with it."
Fans may notice some commonality between "Erebos" and "Bellum Regiis"
in the character of the compositions and overall sound, with "Bellum Regiis"
being richer in style and with more black metal elements to it. "Between
female vocals, orchestration, samples, and acoustic guitars, there are a lot of
moving pieces that help set this album apart," notes Sinner. "My
vocals have also changed quite a bit over the years. They"™re more nuanced and
wider-ranging, able to portray emotions and meanings in a more powerful way."
HATE - UNLEASH
NEW ALBUM TITLE TRACK "BELLUM REGIIS"! [2025.04.22]
Slavic black/death metal titans HATE
are pleased to unleash the title track of their forthcoming new full-length
"Bellum Regiis" set to drop on May 2nd on Metal Blade Records.
With a dozen ferocious and lauded albums since 1996's Daemon Qui Fecit Terra, HATE‘s
lucky thirteenth album, "Bellum Regiis", finds the unrelenting Polish
quartet forging a bolder and more aggressive style than ever. "Bellum Regiis"‘
nine songs see vocalist/guitarist ATF Sinner, guitarist Domin,
drummer Nar-Sil, and bassist Tiermes honing a modern sound rife
with eerie atmosphere and depth. Produced by David Castillo (Candlemass,
Carcass, Dark Tranquillity, Katatonia) at Stockholm’s Grondahl Studio,
Bellum Regiis is lyrically a more “humanity focused and personal”
album than 2021's "Rugia" while its songs are timely aural and visual
exploration of, according to the vocalist, “a struggle for power and
everything that comes with it.”
Bellum Regiis roughly translates to “A War of Royalty” or “A
War of Kings” and the title track encompasses the LP’s leitmotif. "As a
song, "Bellum Regiis" has both a deep melancholy and a sense of
grandeur," notes the frontman. "The vocals laid down by Eliza
Sacharczuk [a renowned singer and voice teacher who runs a holistic arts
center in Bialystok] give the song a strong sense of time. Whether that’s
nostalgia, reminiscence, regret, or preparation for the future is in the eye of
the beholder. These wars, these struggles, have been ongoing since the dawn of
our existence. Whether they are futile or not, they are scars on our very
nature. "Bellum Regiis" represents the whole album in the best way possible.”
"Bellum Regiis" Track Listing:
01.Bellum Regiis 02.
Iphigenia 03. The Vanguard 04. A Ghost of Lost Delight 05. Rite of Triglav 06. Perun Rising 07. Alfa Inferi Goddess of War 08. Prophet of Arkhen 09. Ageless Harp of Devilry
"Bellum Regiis" will be released on CD and digital formats as well as LP
in the following color variants:
180g Black
Grey Marble
Silver Blackdust (Ltd. 300)
Gold Blackdust (Ltd. 200)
Black/White Splatter (US Exclusive Ltd. 350)
MORE ABOUT HATE:
Forged in Warsaw in 1990, HATE
has been hailed as a "hallmark of consistency," and praised as a
"sleek and tight death metal monster." Since 2017's "Tremendum", the
band has focused on nature and its mysteries as a main source of inspiration. As
Sinner explains, "Whether that’s the nature within us, around us or
that we see from afar, the perspectives gained and how they relate to different
overarching themes have driven each album." For instance, 2019's "Auric
Gates of Veles" focused on death, the Slavic perception of death in
particular. Six years later, "Bellum Regiis" delves into "humanity and
why are we, as creatures, so deeply motivated by concepts like power, wealth,
glory and faith. The main theme is a struggle for power and everything that
comes with it." Fans may notice some commonality between "Erebos" and
"Bellum Regiis" in the character of the compositions and overall sound,
with "Bellum Regiis" being richer in style and with more black-metal
elements to it. "Between female vocals, orchestration, samples, acoustic
guitars, there are a lot of moving pieces that help set this album apart,"
says Sinner. "My vocals have also changed quite a bit over the years.
They’re more nuanced and wider-ranging, able to portray emotions and meanings in
a more powerful way."
[Photo by: Kobaru]
HATE:
Perun V. (AKA ATF Sinner) – rhythm/acoustic guitars, vocals Domin – lead guitars Nar-Sil – drums Tiermes – bass
HATE - "BELLUM
REGIIS" PRE-ORDERS AND MUSIC VIDEO REVEALED! [2025.03.25]
Slavic black/death metal institution HATE
will release their "Bellum Regiis" full-length on May 2nd on Metal Blade Records.
In advance of the release, today the band unveils their first single,
"Iphigenia."Sinner elaborates, "in Greek mythology, Iphigenia was
the daughter of King Agamemnon and Queen Clytemnestra, and a princess of
Mycenae. The music came first in this case, but there was an immediate need to
fill with content and the story of Iphigenia seemed to connect with it
beautifully. It’s a story about sacrificing your life for a greater cause. But
the example of Iphigenia is striking because she at one point is given a choice
and can save her own life, yet she decides to be put to death and in this way
help support the Greek side in the Trojan War. It’s a story of sacrifice which
would, all the way since the days of Aeschylus and Euripides, divide an audience
of listeners. Is it monstrous of her father to be willing to sacrifice her due
to the pressure of his generals? To appease Artemis? Is it then heroic or
brainwashed that she would sacrifice herself for her people’s cause?"
With a dozen ferocious and lauded albums since 1996′s Daemon Qui Fecit Terra,
HATE‘s
lucky thirteenth album, "Bellum Regiis", sees the unrelenting Polish
quartet forging a bolder and more aggressive style than ever. "Bellum Regiis"
nine songs see vocalist/guitarist ATF Sinner, guitarist Domin,
drummer Nar-Sil, and bassist Tiermes honing a modern sound rife
with eerie atmosphere and depth. Produced by David Castillo (Candlemass,
Carcass, Dark Tranquillity, Katatonia) at Stockholm’s Grondahl Studio,
"Bellum Regiis" is lyrically a more “humanity focused and personal”
album than 2021′s "Rugia" while its songs are timely aural and visual
exploration of, according to the vocalist, “a struggle for power and
everything that comes with it.”
Formed in Warsaw in 1990, HATE
has been hailed as a “hallmark of consistency” and praised as a “sleek
and tight death metal monster.” Since 2017′s Tremendum, the band has
focused on nature and its mysteries as a main source of inspiration. As
Sinner explains, “whether that’s the nature within us, around us, or that
we see from afar, the perspectives gained and how they relate to different
overarching themes have driven each album.” Where 2019′s "Auric Gates Of
Veles" focused on death, the Slavic perception of death in particular,
"Bellum Regiis" finds HATE delving into “humanity and why are we, as
creatures, so deeply motivated by concepts like power, wealth, glory, and faith.
The main theme is a struggle for power and everything that comes with it.”
Photo by Mariusz Kowal
HATE:
Perun V. (AKA ATF Sinner) – rhythm/acoustic guitars, vocals Domin – lead guitars Nar-Sil – drums Tiermes – bass
Hence the album title, which translates to “A War Of Royalty” or “A
War Of Kings.” The band’s frontman looks at the hard questions surrounding
power – does its attainment make us aberrant or are we aberrant to begin with?
The title track encompasses the LP’s leitmotif. “As a song, "Bellum Regiis"
has both a deep melancholy and a sense of grandeur,” he says. “The vocals
laid down by [renowned singer and voice teacher who runs a holistic arts center
in Bialystok] Eliza Sacharczuk give the song a strong sense of time.
Whether that’s nostalgia, reminiscence, regret, or preparation for the future is
in the eye of the beholder. These wars, these struggles, have been ongoing since
the dawn of our existence. Whether they are futile or not, they are scars on our
very nature.”
Fans may notice some commonality between "Erebos" and "Bellum Regiis"
in the character of the compositions and overall sound, with "Bellum Regiis"
being richer in style and with more black metal elements to it. “Between
female vocals, orchestration, samples, and acoustic guitars, there are a lot of
moving pieces that help set this album apart,” notes Sinner. “My
vocals have also changed quite a bit over the years. They’re more nuanced and
wider-ranging, able to portray emotions and meanings in a more powerful way.”
"Bellum Regiis" Track Listing:
01. Bellum Regiis 02.
Iphigenia 03. The Vanguard 04. A Ghost of Lost Delight 05. Rite of Triglav 06. Perun Rising 07. Alfa Inferi Goddess of War 08. Prophet of Arkhen 09. Ageless Harp of Devilry
"Bellum Regiis" will be released on CD and digital formats as well as LP
in the following color variants:
180g Black
Grey Marble
Silver Blackdust (Ltd. 300)
Gold Blackdust (Ltd. 200)
Black/White Splatter (US Exclusive Ltd. 350)
“HATE is back with another masterpiece! A crushing new opus of dark
and epic anthems!” – Serpenth, Belphegor
“Captivating, brutal, and honest. HATE has truly found something extra
special to share with us on this album and I can’t recommend it enough! It’s
made with passion, with a crisp sound that really embraces you as a listener and
allows you to lose yourself into a world of loving HATE!” –
Madeleine Liljestam, Eleine
HATE LIVE: HATE
will join Venom, Inc.
and
Krisiunfor a European tour later this Spring. In October, the band will
support Vltimas
on a Latin American tour followed by a short run of headlining shows through
Poland in November. See all confirmed dates below:
HATE
w/ Venom
Inc., Krisiun,
Ater: 4/23/2025 Cafe Central – Weinheim, DE 4/24/2025 DVG – Kortrijk, BE 4/25/2025 The Bread Shed – Manchester, UK 4/26/2025 Lost Lane – Dublin, IE 4/27/2025 The Fleece – Bristol, UK 4/28/2025 229 – London, UK 4/29/2025 Effenaar – Eindhoven, NL 4/30/2025 Paard – The Hague, NL
5/01/2025 Iduna – Drachten, NL 5/02/2025 Kulturpalast – Hamburg, DE 5/03/2025 Forum – Trier, DE 5/04/2025 Backstage – München, DE 5/05/2025 Rock Café – Prague, CZ 5/06/25/25 Orwo Haus – Berlin, DE 5/07/2025 Progressja – Warszawa, PL 5/08/2025 Kwadrat – Krakow, PL 5/09/2025 Barba Negra – Budapest, HU 5/10/2025 Boogaloo – Zagreb, HR 5/11/2025 DK ZSR – Zvolen, SK 5/12/2025 Form Space – Cluj, RO 5/13/2025 Quantic – Bucharest, RO 5/14/2025 Joy Station – Sofia, BG 5/15/2025 Principal – Thessaloniki, GR 5/16/2025 Gagarin – Athens, GR 5/17/2025 MKC – Skopje, MK End Tour 8/21/2025Kaltenbach Open Air – Kaltenbach, AT
w/ Vltimas: 10/02/2025 Fabrique Club – São Paulo, BR 10/03/2025 Mister Rock – Belo Horizonte, BR 10/04/2025 Teatro Cariola – Santiago, CL 10/05/2025 Miami Receptions – Quito, EC 10/08/2025 Peppers Club – San Jose, CR 10/09/2025 The Yard – San Pedro Sula, HN 10/10/2025 Ace Of Spades – Bogota, CO 10/11/2025 Circo Volador – Mexico, MX
