NeKronos Promotion is Proud to present the band of the NeKroWeek, they are
NOCTEM (Black Death Metal) an amazing band from Spanish lands with a
mature and elite Extreme Metal sound. Acclaimed by the media and respected
for their constant sound evolution. Brutal, Epic, Melodic... yet with their own
Latin essence and identity.
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"CREDO CERTE NE
CRAS" DETAILS:
Spain's black death metallers
NOCTEMhave
revealed details on the bands sixth full-length album entitled "Credo
Certe Ne Cras" to be released via
MNRK Heavy on 28th of October 2022.
The blood and fire spewed forth onstage by
NOCTEM is a
visceral, fitting companion to their unrivaled sound, a vicious black metal
assault enhanced with a signature Iberian flourish.
NOCTEM
follows that career landmark with a new, definitive masterpiece, merging the
crushing cacophony of angry, adrenaline-fueled lust with newfound sorrows
and mournful melodic might. "Credo Certe Ne Cras" ("Believe With
Certainty That There is No Tomorrow") is a work of art. The album demands to
be experienced as much as listened to, invoking ritualistic examination.
The band comments: "It gives us divine pleasure, and great delight
to finally be able to present the first single from our next full-length
album to our faithful horde of devils. "We Are Omega" represents a new dawn,
and the oncoming album - a new era."
Tracklist: 1)I AM ALPHA 2) SOVEREIGN PROVIDENCE 3) SANCTUM OF ANGUISH 4) CREDO CERTE NE CRAS 5) HOMILY OF PUNISHMENT 6) THE PALE MOON RITE 7) THE TOLLING OF THE NINE BELLS 8) CHALICE OF TURPITUDE 9) CEREMONIAL MIASMA 10) WE ARE
OMEGA
NOCTEM BIOGRAPHY
Iberian black metal from Valencia, Spain.
Founded in 2001,
NOCTEM have
released 5 full-length albums with the latest arriving in 2019 titled “The
Black Consecration”.
Notorious for their extreme live sound and stage show consisting of blood and
fire,
NOCTEM have
toured across Europe, Asia, Russia, and Latin America with some of the biggest
names in extreme metal including the likes of Marduk, Napalm Death, Gorgoroth,
Samael, Batushka and many more.
With a wide fan base of faithful followers, the band continues to march on and
in 2022 will deliver a new album that is set to become one of their most extreme
yet…
Split was released in the following formats:
- De luxe Wooden Box, limited to 100 copies which contains: Die hard Red 2LP,
digi pack Cd, Tape, T-shirt, incense, certificate.
- Die Hard Red 2LP - gatefold, 180gsm with graver, booklet and poster A2,
limited to 100 copies.
- Black 2Lp - gatefold, 180gsm with graver, booklet and poster A2
- CD - 8 panels digi pack with 16 pages booklet
- Tape - 2 sides printed, limited to 100 copies.
- Digital
- T-shirt / Longsleeve
BLACK ALTAR
studio line up:
- Shadow - vocals, bass
- Necro - guitars
- James Stewart - drums
- Lars Broddesson - clean vocals Mixed and mastered by Dionysis Dimitrakos at Descent Studio (Athens)
during the winter of 2022.
Mighty Polish blackened death cultists HATE
are pleased to announce that they will be on Latin America tour with VLTIMAS!
The band comments: "Here we go! We're proud to inform you about the
Latin America conquer that will start later this year! We'll be there in company
of VLTIMAS! Join US!!!"
VLTIMAS (USA) +
HATE (POL)
LATIN AMERICA TOUR 2025:
02.10 Sao Paulo (Brazil) :
Fabrique Club
03.10 Belo Horizonte (Brazil) : Mister Rock
04.10 Santiago (Chile) : Teatro Cariola
05.10 Quito (Ecuador) : Miami Receptions
08.10 San Jose (Costa Rica) : Peppers Club
09.10 San Pedro Sula (Honduras) : The Yard
10.10 Bogota (Colombia) : Ace Of Spades
11.10 Mexico (Mexico) : Circo Volador
LATEST WORK:
Rugia track-listing
1. Rugia
2. The Wolf Queen
3. Exiles of Pantheon
4. Saturnus
5. Awakening the Gods Within
6. Resurgence
7. Velesian Guard
8. Sun of Extinction
9. Sacred Dnieper
NeKronos Promotion is Proud to present the band of the NeKroWeek, they are HATE(Death
Black Metal),
without a doubt one of the best expressions within their musical genre!
This band had a tremendous
influence over forming Polish metal scene in the nineties!
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[Album
artwork by: Daniel Rusilowicz] Rugia track-listing
1. Rugia
2. The Wolf Queen
3. Exiles of Pantheon
4. Saturnus
5. Awakening the Gods Within
6. Resurgence
7. Velesian Guard
8. Sun of Extinction
9. Sacred Dnieper
No one combines death and black metal quite like Poland’s HATE.
With unflinching viciousness and a sense of atmosphere unique to the band, on
Rugia, their twelfth full-length, they push the boundaries of their craft
even further. “It was clear to me that it should build upon and evolve from
our previous record, ‘Auric Gates Of Veles’ (2019), both musically and
lyrically. However, every Hate record stands as a separate journey, and never
twice to the same place. You never know exactly where it will lead you,”
states vocalist/guitarist ATF Sinner, who has led the band since 1991.
Fresh blood in the band’s line-up also helped contribute to Rugia‘s
unique sound. Pavulon (drums), who had played with the band since 2014,
was forced to step down from the band due to serious health issues. The band
tapped Nar-Sil (Neolith, Virgin Snatch, Embrional) to take his place.
“Working with a new drummer this time around was a fascinating experience for
me. Nar-Sil’s technique and presence are quite different from Pavulon’s,
and that definitely comes across. I believe we managed to construct a refreshing
new chapter to our discography, composing nine truly sinister onslaughts of pure
rage.”
The band elected to once again track the album in the Hertz Recording Studio
in Poland, and it was recorded, mixed and mastered by the Wiesłaski Brothers
(Behemoth, Decapitated). Everything was laid down over about two to three
weeks, with longtime collaborator Michał Staczkun providing the ambient
elements of the band’s sound. The only struggle came about at the mixing stage,
where the final character of the record emerges. “Here we encountered many
problems, contradictory visions too. The producers had their own idea for the
overall sound, which differed from what I had in mind, so we were trying to find
a good compromise and it took us a few months.” Given how strongly the
personality of the record shines through, it is safe to say that the compromise
reached was definitely in its best interest, standing as perhaps the best
sounding record in the band’s long career. Hate is also celebrating thirty years
of activity with Rugia, Sinner affirming he is as driven as ever.
“Well, the fire is still burning! I’m proud that I have built a band with such
strong energy, that’s lasted for a long time in spite of numerous line-up
changes and obstacles in our way. We are still here and we create with ever
growing consciousness and dedication. The energy speaks through us. Honestly, I
think of the band as something much bigger and more profound than the individual
people involved in it over any given period of time. I believe we create a
channel for energies that surpass us.”
HATE BIOGRAPHY
No one combines death and black metal quite like Poland's Hate. With
unflinching viciousness and a sense of atmosphere unique to the band, on
Rugia, their twelfth full-length, they push the boundaries of their craft
even further. "It was clear to me that it should build upon and evolve from
our previous record 'Auric Gates Of Veles' (2019) both musically and
lyrically. However, every Hate record stands as a separate journey, and never
twice to the same place. You never know exactly where it will lead you"
states vocalist/guitarist ATF Sinner, who has led the band since 1991.
Fresh blood in the band's lineup also helped contribute to Rugia's unique
sound. Pavulon (drums), who had played with the band since 2014, was
forced to step down from the band due to serious health issues. The band tapped
Nar-Sil (Neolith, Virgin Snatch, Embrional) to take his place.
"Working with a new drummer this time around was a fascinating experience for
me. Nar-Sil's technique and presence are quite different from Pavulon's
and that definitely comes across. I believe we managed to construct a refreshing
new chapter to our discography, composing nine truly sinister onslaughts of pure
rage."
Writing for Rugia commenced shortly after Auric Gates of Veles was
released. However, Hate soon began to tour extensively in support of their then
new opus, and the production of new music was put on the back burner. But come
2020 and the COVID pandemic, the band's touring plans with Belphegor and
Suffocation were abruptly cut short. With this unexpected infusion of free
time, the band decided to buckle down and finish writing the material they were
working on.
Sinner and Nar-Sil were joined by Domin on lead guitar and
Tiermes on bass, who played with the band live since 2018, to complete
the lineup. "Although I wrote the riffs, main arrangements and lyrics, we all
worked on what you hear on Rugia. We put the pieces together and
re-arranged fragments as a team. Our albums are always a collective effort and
Rugia was no different," asserts Sinner. Sound-wise, they were
mainly inspired by nineties extreme metal, both black and death, and they wanted
to keep their sound as organic as possible. Warts and all. "It sounds quite
harsh, very dynamic and unrestrained. It also has a strong ambient element to it
that emphasizes the material's tone and dark atmosphere. The rhythm section is
more death metal influenced this time around, which harkens back to our roots.
You could say that most of the songs on this album are 'pagan death metal' - a
combination of epic riffs and ferocious blasting rhythms." One thing that
might come as a surprise to fans is the manner in which Sinner uses his
voice, which is a lot more sophisticated than on previous records. "I tried
to make my voice sound at three different timbres, or even different people
behind the microphone. Sometimes the voices are combined together, sometimes
they are more like separate vocal lines. I wanted to build this enriched
narrative, and at our shows, I think Tiermes will help me with some of
the vocal lines to bring that effect to a live surrounding."
Lyrically, the album sees the band continue to delve into the depths of Slavonic
mysticism. "Generally, all the songs on the album are dedicated to the
ancient Slavic world - great migrations, wars, battles, and the struggle for
survival. But there is also a philosophical level to it, which is very
important. Slavic mythology is a collection of universal stories touching upon
fundamental issues that we all encounter in our lives. Therefore it is a frame
that allows me to write about contemporary problems that I encounter myself from
a different perspective. Along the way, I discovered my pagan soul and I
encourage people to do the same. I think everybody has this deeper, more
profound identity based on understanding our unity with nature, something that
goes beyond all the civilizations we have built." The album title is taken
from the archaic name of a German island on the Baltic Sea now called Rügen. In
ancient times, Rügen or Rugia, was a site of holy pilgrimage to the pagan
Slavic people. It was the very heart of the western Slavic faith, housing the
fabled stronghold of Arkona. The album is at its core a tribute to Rugia and its
tribes and the culture they created.
The band elected to once again track the album in the Hertz Recording Studio
in Poland, and it was recorded, mixed and mastered by the Wiesłaski Brothers
(Behemoth, Decapitated). Everything was laid down over about two to three
weeks, with longtime collaborator Michał Staczkun providing the ambient
elements of the band's sound. The only struggle came about at the mixing stage,
where the final character of the record emerges. "Here we encountered many
problems, contradictory visions too. The producers had their own idea for the
overall sound, which differed from what I had in mind, so we were trying to find
a good compromise and it took us a few months." Given how strongly the
personality of the record shines through it is safe to say that the compromise
reached was definitely in its best interest, standing as perhaps the best
sounding record in the band's long career. Hate is also celebrating
thirty years of activity with Rugia, Sinner affirming he is as driven as
ever. "Well, the fire is still burning! I'm proud that I have built a band
with such strong energy, that's lasted for a long time in spite of numerous
lineup changes and obstacles in our way. We are still here and we create with
ever growing consciousness and dedication. The energy speaks through us.
Honestly, I think of the band as something much bigger and more profound than
the individual people involved in it over any given period of time. I believe we
create a channel for energies that surpass us."
ALBUMS:
Deamon Qui Fecit Terram, 1996
Lord is Avenger, 1998
Cain's Way, 2001
Awakening of the Liar, 2003
Anaclasis – A Haunting Gospel of Malice & Hatred, 2005
Morphosis, 2008
Erebos, 2010
Solarflesh – A Gospel of Radiant Divinity, 2013
Crusade:Zero, 2015
Tremendum, 2017
Auric Gates of Veles, 2019
Rugia, 2021
VIDEO ALBUM:
the Litanies of Satan, 2004
COMPILATIONS:
Evil Decade of Hate, 2000
Gateways To Hell: Tribute To Slayer, 2000
Holy Dead Trinity, 2001
DEMOS:
Abhorrence, 1992
Evil Art, 1994
The Unwritten Law, 1995
NIRNAETH UNLEASH NEW VIDEO FOR "BEEN THERE BEFORE"! [2025.02.28]
French Black Death Metal band NIRNAETHreleases
their new video "Been There Before" from their latest work "From Shadow
To Flesh".
The band comments: "One month before our return to the stage on
March 29, 2025, we bring you this special live montage of Been There Before.
Captured from our latest performance, this video reflects the energy and
intensity we experience on stage.
See you soon."
"From Shadow to Flesh"
tracklist 1. Dying of the Day 2.Been There Before 3. The Crater 4. Cursed 5.
In Nomine Ego 6. Nihil in Me 7. Once a Shadow 8. Possession 9. Forgotten and Chained
NeKronos Promotion is Proud to present the band of the NeKroWeek, they are
NIRNAETH. An awesome band born in 2001 on French soils who combine black
and death metal with all the right dose of darkness and aggression! Their music
is organic, morbid and intense!
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The new videoclip for "Been There Before" from the latest album "From Shadow to Flesh" :
https://youtu.be/og4HfMa9r0o
"From Shadow to Flesh"
tracklist 1. Dying of the Day 2. Been There Before 3. The Crater 4. Cursed 5.
In Nomine Ego 6.Nihil in Me 7. Once a Shadow 8. Possession 9. Forgotten and Chained
2001 : I Am Nothing But A Cry In A Chaotic Torment Mutill (guitars) and Malaria (bass) decided to create a Metal band
with their most extreme influences : Morbid Angel, Immortal, Lord Belial,
Dissection, etc.
2002 : I Become Flesh Yamaël (drums) joined the band, followed by Zig (screams) a few
time later. The band choose the name ‘Nirnaeth’ for its epic and poetic
dimensions : ‘Nirnaeth Arnoediad’ is the name of a battle in Tolkien’s
universe and means ‘eternal tears’.
2004 : Nothing But Ashes
After some first gigs 'Nothing But Ashes' emerged. This self produced
demo contains 4 titles which already carry with them what characterizes the
music of Nirnaeth : an organic structure articulated around devastating
riffs with dark melodies and themes dealing with pain and madness.
2006 : May Their Martyrs Suffer Once And For All ‘Thrown Athwart The Darkness’ has been released on label Great Dane
Records. Recorded at Midnight Studio, this first album exposed the
horde to the extreme metal scene. The album title was taken from a poem by
Percy Bysshe Shelley.
2008 : The Horns Resound Laboga Amps endorsed Mutill, alongside musicians from bands like
Motorhead, Behemoth, Annihilator, Hate Eternal, etc.
2009 : It Lieth, Gazing On Midnight’s Sky ‘Splendour Of The Abyss’ was released on label Great Dane Records.
Recorded once more at Midnight Studio, this album met very good reviews
and allowed the band to multiply gigs.
2015 : Fire Gave Me A New Face Vagorn replaced Yamaël on drums. The year ended with a
participation at the second edition of the Gohelle Fest (Obituary, Rotting
Christ, ...).
2016 : None Can Control It
The label Kaotoxin released 'Dramatis Personae', a split 7"EP with
bands Azziard and Nirnaeth. A video clip produced by
BullDogProd has been made for 'Nihil In Me'.
2017 : None Can Possess It Marbas joined the band as second guitar player, allowing the band to
explore new ways of creation. The third album, entitled 'From Shadow To Flesh',
was produced in 3 studios : drums were recorded at Psykron studio by
Phil Reinhalter, guitars and screams at Aeternal Studio by Mutill and
finally mixing and mastering were done by Deha at Forbidden
Frequencies Studio.
2018 : From Shadow To Flesh
A deal is signed with Malpermesita Records. 'From Shadow To Flesh' will
be released in september 7th 2018. It's a concept album dealing with possession,
from 2 perspectives. Cover was made by Above Chaos. First 500 copies are
limited hand numbered digipack.
NeKronos Promotion is Proud to present the band of the NeKroWeek, they are
DEMONICAL. Without a doubt one of the best Swedish death metal bands of
these days founded by former Centinex members. A band that will surely
please fans of old school death metal.
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"VICTORIOUS DEATH - LIVE IN LATIN
AMERICA" DETAILS:
Swedish death metal band DEMONICALwill
release their first ever live album, “Victorious Death - Live in Latin
America”, on August 30th 2024 (CD/MC/Digital) and September 27th 2024 (LP) via Agonia Records.
A licensed CD version for the Latin American market has emerge through Tumba Productions.
The debut live album of Swedish long-running death metal fiends DEMONICAL. "Victorious
Death - Live in Latin America" captures the band's thunderous live
performance from the eponymous region, recorded in September 2023.
Mixed at Wellbay Studios with Johan Hjelm. Mastered at
Pentagram Music Studios by George Emmanuel (Lucifer's Child,
ex-Rotting Christ, ex-Necormanita). Cover artwork by Chris Kiesling.
"Victorious Death - Live in Latin America" Tracklisting:
01.
Towards Greater Gods
02.
We Conquer the Throne
03.
Into Victory
04. Aeons Of Death
05.
The Order
06. Fallen Mountain
07.
Wrathspawn
08.
Unfold Thy Darkness
09.
Sun
Blackened
10.
My Kingdom Done
11.
All Will Perish
12.
By Hatred Bound
13.
Valkommen Undergang
14.
Somebody Put Something in My Drink
DEMONICAL are:
Charlie Fryksell - Vocals
Martin Schulman - Bass
Johan Haglund - Guitars
Eki Kumpulainen - Guitars
Ronnie Bergerstal - Drums
DEMONICAL BIOGRAPHY:
Demonical was
spawned in March 2006 by former Centinex members Johan Jansson (guitars
& vocals), Martin Schulman (bass) and Ronnie Bergerstål (drums)
with a mission to return to the roots of death metal and deliver a sheer dose of
darkness and brutality.
The first audio assault, a four-track promo attack entitled “Bloodspell
Divine”, was recorded at Necromorbus Studios during July the same
year. In November 2006, Demonical added vocalist Ludvig Engellau
to the line-up (because Johan wanted to fully concentrate on the six-string axe)
and signed a worldwide multi-album deal with the German label Cyclone Empire.
The band’s first full-length album, “Servants of The Unlight”, was
recorded at both Black Lounge and Necromorbus Studios during
January and February 2007 and released in April the same year.
In November 2007, Temple of Darkness released a limited Demonical/Absu
7″ EP featuring one track from the “Bloodspell Divine” promo. In December
2007, the band parted ways with vocalist Ludvig Engellau due to musical
and personal reasons.
Demonical continued for a few months with various session vocalists until
late March 2008, when Sverker “Widda” Widgren came on board as the new
fulltime frontman.
The band's second full-length album, “Hellsworn”, was recorded at
Necromorbus Studios between December 2008 and February 2009 and released by
Cyclone Empire in May 2009.
A split 7″ EP called “Imperial Anthems Vol.1” with Paganizer was
released by Cyclone Empire in early 2010. This limited vinyl featured an
exclusive Demonical track recorded at the “Hellsworn” session.
In September 2010, Demonical once again entered Necromorbus Studios
in order to record “Death Infernal”, their anticipated third full-length
album. The album was recorded throughout the fall and released in Europe by
Cyclone Empire (April 2011) and in North America by Metal Blade (July
2011).
During the fall of 2011, drummer Ronnie Bergerstål decided to leave the
band due to scheduling conflicts and he was replaced by Fredrik Widigs.
After “Death Infernal” was released the band decided to add a second
guitarist for live situations. A few session members were used at several tours
until Daniel Gustavsson joined as a full-time member during the summer
2012.
The first half of 2013 was spent at both Necromorbus and Wing Studios
in Stockholm with the recordings of the bands fourth album, “Darkness Unbound”.
After the recording a line-up change took place with Johan Haglund
replacing Johan Jansson and Ämir Batar replacing Fredrik Widigs.
“Darkness Unbound” was released worldwide in November 2013. A limited
split 7”EP with Nunslaughter, entitled “European Deathcharge”, was
released in July 2014 in support of both bands joint co-headlining tour.
In December 2014, Demonical both parted ways with drummer Ämir Batar and
guitarist Daniel Gustavsson as well as inked a new worldwide deal with
Agonia Records. The first release for their new label-home, a four track MCD
entitled “Black Flesh Redemption”, was recorded at Wing Studios in
early 2015 and released in April. The recording featured session members Eki
Kumpulainen on guitar and Kennet Englund on drums.
In early 2017, the band parted with long time vocalist Sverker Widgren,
due to time- and priority related matters, and replaced him with Alexander
Högbom. At the same time guitarist Eki Kumpulainen and drummer Kennet
Englund became permanent members of Demonical making the band a solid
and stable unity ready for the things to come. During the fall of 2017,
Demonical recorded their fifth full-length album entitled “Chaos
Manifesto” - together with the award-winning Swedish producer Karl Daniel
Lidén - for a March 2018 release through Agonia Records.
In the summer of 2019, both vocalist Alexander Högbom and drummer
Kennet Englund decided to leave the band due to time- and motivation related
issues once the touring cycle was finished. Demonical recorded their
sixth album, “World Domination”, during the summer 2020. The album was
released in October 2020, and it marked the return of original drummer Ronnie
Bergerstål and debut for new vocalist Christofer Säterdal.
As the worldwide pandemic was raging across the globe during 2020 and 2021, all
planned shows and tours were cancelled. Instead of just sitting and waiting for
better times, the band focused on writing new material and the result became
“Mass Destroyer”, the seventh full-length. “Mass Destroyer” was
recorded during the summer of 2021 with the same production team as last time,
resulting in a fresh and dynamic disc packed with Stockholm style death metal.
The album came out in May 2022 and was supported by tours and several festival
appearances.
In October 2022, Agonia Records released “In League with Death”, a
five track EP featuring rare and unreleased material.
In early 2023, vocalist Christofer Säterdal left the band due to family
related matters and was replaced by Charlie Fryksell. A new two track EP,
“Into Victory”, was released in March 2023 presenting the new line-up and
showcasing the bands path forward.
/ Last updated: March 2023
Single artwork by Ogino Design Video by Frodys - Audiovisual Weird Arts
"Bangers worldwide, welcome to the downfall!"
LATEST (LIVE) ALBUM:
"Victorious Death - Live in Latin America" Tracklisting:
01.
Towards Greater Gods
02.
We Conquer the Throne
03.
Into Victory
04. Aeons Of Death
05.
The Order
06. Fallen Mountain
07.
Wrathspawn
08.
Unfold Thy Darkness
09.
Sun
Blackened
10.
My Kingdom Done
11.
All Will Perish
12.
By Hatred Bound
13.
Valkommen Undergang
14.
Somebody Put Something in My Drink
Mixed at Wellbay Studios with Johan Hjelm. Mastered at
Pentagram Music Studios by George Emmanuel (Lucifer's Child,
ex-Rotting Christ, ex-Necormanita). Cover artwork by Chris Kiesling.
NeKronos Promotion is Proud to present the band of the NeKroWeek, they are
GAEREA (Portugal) an intense and cathartic extreme metal experience. This is an
impressive band that unleashes some of the most sickening
dark and sinister extreme metal we have heard in years! A mind-blowing band that
crafts mysterious and rebellious extreme metal art!
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Production Credits
Produced by GAEREA
Recorded by Miguel Tereso at Redbox
Studios
Mixed and Mastered by Miguel Tereso at Demigod Studios
Hear all ten beautiful and bloodied songs today by listening to the full album
playlist on Season of Mist's
YouTube channel, which features several all-new visualizers.
GAEREA
arrived shrouded in mystery. The masked sensations emerged from pandemic limbo
with a vision for black metal that was guided not by myths or pagan beliefs but
a purging of emotion. Existential dread still pulses through the Portuguese
band's blood, but their fourth album signals a shift in psychology.
With "Coma",GAEREA
are no longer strictly a black metal band. Instead, they're breaking to the
forefront of extreme metal. Though their new album was produced by trusted
confidant Miguel Tereso, it broadens the band's signature sound by taking
it in two seemingly opposed directions. There are more moments of intense
beauty, but they only heighten the ensuing blows.
GAEREA have
returned to prove that they are only the band who can guide us into the
darkness.
"As someone who's already heard Coma in full, you're getting a glimpse at one
of the best metal records of 2024", wrote Metal Injection
Behind black shrouds of obscurity and desolation, the performers of GAEREA
deliver their odes in cascading maelstroms of aggression and beauty. Emerging
from the age of pandemic to whatever awaits humanity next, the dark horde
remains on the frontlines of the next generation of extreme metal. With an EP
and three albums to their name, GAEREA has
rapidly distinguished themselves from the thousands of bands toiling away in the
underground. Brewing their cauldron of sound from a recipe of pounding
black-metal blast mixed with a touch of harrowed, reflective longing, many
devotees of the darkened arts have flocked to their banner. With the emergence
of third full-length album Mirage, those numbers certainly grew.
GAEREA met a
challenge when releasing their second album during the pandemic, the aptly
titled Limbo, to excellent world reception. In the meantime, they found
the total suspension of interactive life as it was previously known to be the
perfect breeding ground for further creation and making.
Sizzling with ambition from day one, GAEREA may
present one unique face to their audience, masked and enshrouded, but the truth
is they have not remained changeless.
As their previous album name Mirage suggests, the inability to trust what
our senses are telling us could be construed as one of the album’s central
themes. Rather than constrict their art to mythological references or
anti-religious tropes, GAEREA
instead plumb the depths of the human experiences of isolation and suffering.
Just two years since Mirage was released, GAEREA is
here, erupting with intensity, casting forth black ashes over the world yet
again.
Their latest release, Coma, has finally surfaced, marking a pivotal
shift. From this point forward, everything changes. It's time for GAEREA to
bridge the gap between underground metal and the elevated realm they've
attained. With Coma, GAEREA
emerges from the underground scene, ascending towards a permanently lasting
position at the head of the table.
An emotional gateway to a dark black metal scene, a guide to salvation, pain,
despair and letting go. Moving up, into the blackness that is above. GAEREA is the
answer, the only answer.
Within "Coma's" ten tracks lies an individual narrative, each with its
own tale to unveil. Collectively, they blend nuances of aggression, tranquility,
solitude, and fervor.
Boasting a superior production that threads the needle between caustic and
clarity, GAEREA yet
again admit their loyalty to producer Miguel Tereso of Demigod
Recordings for the production of Coma. Together they created the
birth of "Coma", the new era for metal mankind. Distinguishing themselves
ever more so, the Vortex handpicked their artist Nathan Lorenzana with a
clear assignment to create their mesmerizing cover artwork. Months of hand
drawing the image with a ballpen lead to this masterpiece which dipped his name
into ‘Coma’.
The beauty of GAEREA lies
in the directness and simplicity found within their florid tapestry of extremity
and aggression. Whether it is in the less-polished aural dynamite of Mirage,
or in the lustrous textures of Coma, GAEREA is
building a mighty edifice of metal. With talons dipped in the inky blood of
black metal and scraped across the flesh of human suffering, GAEREA is
leading a charge into the future of darkness, and all those who find beauty and
power in the dark side of existence would do well to take heed.
NOCTEM COUNTRY:
SPAIN
GENRE: BLACK METAL NOCTEM - LIVE SHOWS IN SPAIN
WITH ANCIENT (NOR)!
[2024.01.23]
Spain's black metallers
NOCTEM
will join forces with ANCIENT
Norwegian Black Metal legends for a small run of shows in Spain in March.
The band comments: "Get your tickets and we'll see you there!"
ANCIENT
(NOR) +
NOCTEM (SPA)
"Svartalvheim" + "The Cainian Chronicle" Exclusive Shows!
27.03 - Madrid -
Sala Nazca
28.03 - Valencia - Sala Zulu
29.03 - Barcelona - Foment Martinene
MORE LIVE SHOWS:
LATEST ALBUM: "Cerdo Certe Ne Cras" was released by
MNRK Heavy in October 2022.
DEMONICAL - ON "DEADLY ALLIANCE" EUROPEAN TOUR!
[2024.12.12]
Swedish death metal band DEMONICALwho has
recently released "Victorious Death - Live in Latin
America" live album via Agonia Records
announced that they again unite with their pestilent comrades in
INQUISITION for a short but intense festival & club run during
late spring.
"Come join us in cosmic victory!" the band adds!
DEMONICAL (SWE) +
INQUISITION (COL)
DEADLY ALLIANCE TOUR 2025 29.05 DE Bornstedt - Dark Troll Festival 30.05 PL Wroclaw - Liverpool 31.05 PL Warsaw - Odessa 01.06 SK Kosice - Collosseum Club 02.06 HU Budapest - Supersonic / Blue Hell 03.06 CZ Pilsen - Parlament Club 04.06 DE Oberhausen - Helvete 05.06 DE Flensburg - Roxy 06.06 DK Agger - Heavy Agger Metal Festival
07.06 DE Hirschfeld - Chronical Moshers Open Air
"Victorious Death - Live in Latin America" Tracklisting:
01.
Towards Greater Gods
02.
We Conquer the Throne
03.
Into Victory
04. Aeons Of Death
05.
The Order
06. Fallen Mountain
07.
Wrathspawn
08.
Unfold Thy Darkness
09.
Sun
Blackened
10.
My Kingdom Done
11.
All Will Perish
12.
By Hatred Bound
13.
Valkommen Undergang
14.
Somebody Put Something in My Drink
Mixed at Wellbay Studios with Johan Hjelm. Mastered at
Pentagram Music Studios by George Emmanuel (Lucifer's Child,
ex-Rotting Christ, ex-Necormanita). Cover artwork by Chris Kiesling.
