† September † Riven † Wraith † Stitch †
September Mourning release "Unholy" new music, tour with FLAW & Smile Empty Soul Mortem
A dark pop culture fantasy for your ears and eyes | Hard Rock Graphic Novel Art Project
September Mourning is:
Emily Lazar (September) - Lead vocals | Rich Juzwick (Riven) - Guitars, Backing vocals | Patrick Romanelli (Wraith) - Guitars, Backing vocals | Kyle Mayer (Stitch) - Drums
The genesis of September Mourning started in a dark New York basement, where a young girl discovered her father's old comic book collection and quickly became enraptured by the stories, especially the characters and arcs in the Batman series. "Those resonated with me the most" says band leader and creative driving force Emily Lazar (AKA September). "The Killing Joke' is still my favorite comic book". The stories and characters helped turn Lazar into a life-long artist across several mediums – including ballet, story-telling, visual art, and music. She has combined those various talents into a living and breathing, graphic-novel-come-to-life with her band of Reapers in September Mourning. With the release of their new single and video "Unholy", they continue to forge ahead with their aural and visual extravaganza.
"Unholy" was produced by Sahaj Ticotin (Motley Crue The Dirt Soundtrack, Starset, Sevendust, Stitched Up heart) and Nick Scott (Asking Alexandria, Bless the Fall, I See Stars), with mixing by Chris Lord-Alge (Linkin Park, Skillet, Of Mice and Men). The song's scorching guitar riffs and sing-song chorus breakdowns tell a tale of a love so strong that it is fatally addicting. "Unholy" raises the band's artistry to a new level and will make for an anthemic addition to an already compelling live show. The band's striking visuals have helped propel them into a national touring act that has performed at such notable events as Download (UK), Rock on the Range (Columbus, OH), Aftershock (Sacramento, CA), Comicpalooza (Houston, TX), Anime Midwest (Chicago, IL), and many more. The band has toured with Rob Zombie and Hed PE in 2019, and is currently on tour with Flaw before seguing to the Smile Empty Soul tour in late August. The band will be touring extensively throughout the rest of the year into 2020.
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Creating personas and telling stories through music has become reality from those early childhood days of absorbing the comics she found - as Lazar and comic book legend Marc Silvestri have developed and released their own comics “A Murder of Reapers” and “The Hand of Fate” (collectively known as “Volume I”). These books help tell the tale of September, a human/reaper hybrid with no memory of her past. Empowered with supernatural gifts, she is driven to protect humanity from Fate and his Reapers. The books were published by Top Cow/Image Comics and come to life on stage. Guitarist Rich Juzwick explains how the band came together in it's current from: "The music scene in Los Angeles, although large, is still the equivalent of social circles in high school. You have your circle of friends - but they know other people that know still more people and eventually you'll run into each other. I met Kyle first, back in 2010 when I was in Gemini Syndrome. He grew up in Chicago with Aaron (Gemini Syndrome singer) and we met when that band started. Emily and I met through mutual friends a few years later. When I decided to leave Gemini Syndrome, she approached me about helping her with September Mourning. We met Pat a few years ago while on tour in Pittsburgh, as his band opened for September Mourning a few times. We spoke after those shows, and through that connection He decided to relocate to Los Angeles and became part of the Reapers". September Mourning released a full-length album in 2016 ("Volume 2") whose lead single "Eye of the Storm" has more than 1.6 million plays on Spotify, and more than 2 million over all. The band released 2 singles in 2018: "Empire" and "Glass Animals". They will be releasing additional singles and an EP in 2019, with more new music to follow in the 1st quarter of 2020. Influences The Light in the Darkness, Death, Life, Love, Redemption, Beauty, Beasts, Souls, Reapers and the lands of Mortem. 
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Published by The Manamal | July 29TH 2019 
KOBRA AND THE LOTUS To Release New Studio Album "Evolution" out September 20th on Napalm Records
Calgary-based hard rock quintet KOBRA AND THE LOTUS have returned with their new studio album 'Evolution', which will get a September 20th release on Napalm Records.
The upcoming LP sees the band imbued with a new fire that comes through by way of undeniable hooks, soaring guitar riffs, marching drum beats, and the soulful, bombastic vocal delivery of lead singer Kobra Paige. Fans can now enjoy the first offering from 'Evolution'. The band has dropped their music video for the new single "Burn!"
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WATCH: Music Video for New Single "Burn!"
Calgary-based hard rock quintet KOBRA AND THE LOTUS have returned with their new studio album 'Evolution', which will get a September 20th release on Napalm Records.
The upcoming LP sees the band imbued with a new fire that comes through by way of undeniable hooks, soaring guitar riffs, marching drum beats, and the soulful, bombastic vocal delivery of lead singer Kobra Paige. No longer bound by old formulas and expectations from the past, 'Evolution' comes through with a sound that is expansive and, at times, borders on outright swagger. Each song feels like an Active Rock hit in the making, while still having the grit and feverish intensity that longtime fans have come to admire from KOBRA AND THE LOTUS. 'Evolution' boasts the band's most cohesive and confident material to date. For the new record, Kobra and the Lotus enlisted the services of producer Michael "Elvis" Baskette [Alter Bridge, Linkin Park, Slash, Sevendust]. Going further into the process behind Evolution, Kobra comments, “We’ve never done a record like Evolution. We’ve flown demos over the internet back and forth or started a few ideas prior to hitting the studio. This time, we were all working together in the flesh for the full duration of the writing process. It’s a collision of everything we love. We feel like it’s the freshest and most timeless thing we’ve brought to the table.” "The new body of work sets the tone for the music going forward. Sonically, it’s still heavy. It highlights the showmanship and maintains the edge. At the same time, it’s approachable. It pays tribute to our influences, but it takes the next step. So, it’s a reintroduction to us and a rebirth. A firm goal was to build a strong identity and update everything. We just want to be KOBRA AND THE LOTUS; that’s what we’re doing." The first single, "Burn!” ignites this chapter. A hummable riff snaps into a visceral verse as the frontwoman directly declares, “I really hate you, yes I do.” The track builds towards an incendiary and infectious chorus, hinging on a seesawing guttural groove and hitting like a sledgehammer. “It’s about all of the reasons you hold yourself back,” she explains. “You literally need to burn all of those feelings, stories, excuses, and obstacles keeping you from being your own authentic self. It’s super personal. It’s a product of growing and arriving as a person. I’m realizing who I am. It’s symbolic of the rebirth,” says Kobra.
In addition to the release of their new record, KOBRA AND THE LOTUS will hit the road starting next month.
The trek kicks off on August 29th in Nashville, TN and concludes on November 1st in Ft. Myers, FL. KOBRA AND THE LOTUS w/ Sebastian Bach
For More Info Visit:
www.facebook.com/KobraAndTheLotus www.kobraandthelotus.com www.instagram.com/kobraandthelotusofficial/ www.napalmrecords.com 
Published by The Manamal | July 29TH 2019
Forming in late 2011, Circle Of Reason are a 4 piece prog-fused/alt/hard-rock band hailing from the South West of England.
Drawing upon a wide range of influences from the likes of Deftones, Biffy Clyro, Muse, Mastodon, Coheed and Cambria and QOTSA, yet retaining their own unique and diverse twist of alternative hard rock, Circle of Reason are recognized for their hard hitting riffs, soaring choruses, intricate song arrangements and impressive versatility in their songcraft and musicianship. Pulling listeners into a journey from beautifully melancholic to the depths of metal-edged hard rock, the band deliver a musical twist that appeal to a wide audience of rock music fans.
About Circle Of Reason
Drawing upon a wide range of influences from the likes of Deftones, Biffy Clyro, Muse, Mastodon, Coheed and Cambria and QOTSA, yet retaining their own unique and diverse twist of alternative hard rock, Circle of Reason are recognized for their hard hitting riffs, soaring choruses, intricate song arrangements and impressive versatility in their songcraft and musicianship. Pulling listeners into a journey from beautifully melancholic to the depths of metal-edged hard rock, the band deliver a musical twist that appeal to a wide audience of rock music fans. Making waves since the debut release of their "A Favour For A Stranger" EP in 2012, Circle of Reason immediately gained the early approval of Kerrang TV, Scuzz TV, Lava TV & Big Cheese Magazine along with the continued support from online rock/metal press and radio in the UK and far beyond. Breaking into 2014 with the release of their second EP "These Hands And This Mind" Circle Of Reason spent the year extensively performing across the UK to promote the release. Their success as a band who can deliver on the live stage, has earned them support slots with the likes of Feed The Rhino, Marmozets, Neck Deep, The Blackout, Inme, UB40, Girlschool, Mallory Knox, Lafaro, Fighting With Wire, Charlie Simpson, Freeze The Atlantic, Steak Number Eight, Arcane Roots, Baby Godzilla, Heart Of A Coward, The Smoking Hearts, Creeper, From the jam, Press To Meco, Zoax, Bleed From Within, Devil Sold His Soul, Allusondrugs, The Temperance Movement, Landscapes, Idiom, Fearless Vampire Killers, Rumer, ESO, Attention Thieves, Snakecharmer, Verses, Zico Chain, Breed 77, Kerbdog and many more. They have performed at numerous festivals including X-Treme, Rock Diabetes, Kerrang Radio Summer Festival, Takedown festival, Keynsham festival, Gosport festival and Weyfest. 2015 kicked off for the band playing the mighty Takedown festival and then some time out writing new material, a slight change in line up later and they are back in full force armed with 7 new songs that will demand people’s attention. We are excited to bring Circle Of Reason to The Manamal Radio summer of 2019 with several of the bands hottest tracks rockin' the airwaves and look forward to new music from the band soon. Like what you hear...check out the latest from the band "Faith Or Theory" released March 5Th 2018 below.
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Published by The Manamal | July 29Th 2019
Metal On Metal is getting ready for the annual summer travel (including Bang Your Head and Headbangers Open Air festivals), but before the events, it's time to officially introduce the last three bands that have joined Metal on Metal Records roster. Two of them will have their new albums out at the end of this month.
New Signings on Metal On Metal Records
TOXIKULL | KOMMAND | SPACE GOD RITUAL
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Published by The Manamal | July 19TH 2019
Avem are proud to release "How I Got My Wings" Official Lyric Video.
"How I Got My Wings" is a track taken from the band's album "Meridiem" released on 29 March 2019 via Wormholedeath / The Orchard / Wormholedeath USA. 
Band Members
Reece Tyrrell - Guitar | Florian Uhl - Bass | Seppo Uhari - Drums | Nora Bendzko – Vocals | Manu Sharma - Keys Location Vienna, Austria
Avem is a Progressive Rock/ Metal Band from Vienna. With members from all over the world and diverse musical backgrounds, Avem sit on the experimental side of the Rock/Metal genre.
Avem place groove and energy above all else, and with a strong emphasis on melody and rhythm there are no boundaries on musical expression. Avem features the remarkable vocal talents of Nora Bendzko, the chunk of Reece Tyrrell on guitar, the melodies of Manu Sharma on keys, the groove of Seppo Uhari on drums and the massive low end of Florian Uhl on bass. ___________________________________________ Avem ist eine Hard Rockband aus Wien, der es vor allem darum geht verschiedene Bereiche der Musik auszuloten. Bei Avem gibt keine Zwänge in welche Richtung es musikalisch gehen soll. Keinen festen Lautstärke- oder Härtegrad. Energie und Groove haben höchste Priorität und komplexe Rhythmen und Melodien werden zu energiereichen Songs verwoben. Das feste Line-Up besteht aus Nora Bendzko aus Deutschland (Gesang), Reece Tyrrell aus Australien (Gitarre), Seppo Uhari aus Finnland (Drums), Florian Uhl aus Österreich (Bass) und Manu Sharma (Keys), Kärntner mit indischen Wurzeln.
AVEM sit on the experimental metal genre. The members are from all over the world that gravitated together to explore their diverse musical backgrounds with a strong emphasis on
intriguing melodies and creative song structures. The various musical tastes create a modern sound with influences in the Alternative Rock/Metal genre. Formed during 2015, AVEM started by playing local shows to help define and refine their sound and soon released a 4-track EP entitled “A.M.” that led to international shows in Europe and a band following via digital media. In 2017, AVEM signed with Wormhole Death and began work on their full debut album, “Meridiem,” which was released March, 2019. The band now presents the first single and video from the debut album "How I Got My Wings"
Published by The Manamal | July 19Th 2019
Sunflower Dead release powerful anti-suicide song "Turn Away" (Radio Edit), tour with Scott Stapp EMP Label Group Release: 21 June 2019
Sunflower Dead
Michael Del Pizzo - Vocals, Accordion, Piano | Jaboo - Lead Guitar | Jamie Teissere - Guitar | Christian Olde Wolbers - Bass | Brett Weir – Drums About Sunflower Dead | COMA 2019 Album Southern California based Sunflower Dead have released a powerful anti-suicide themed song "Turn Away" (Radio Edit), which was produced by Dave Fortman (Evanescence, Distturbed, Slipknot) and released through David Ellefson’s EMP Label Group. The song is the follow-up to "Victim", which reached #36 on the Mediabase and BDS Rock charts earlier this year - their highest charting single to date. The band will be going out on tour with Scott Stapp and Messer, starting in August (dates below). "Turn Away" is meant to be empowering and give hope, says frontman Michael Del Pizzo: "Isn’t it funny how a song with an overtly anti-suicide theme is one that we attempted to self-sabotage multiple times but couldn’t finish the job? "Turn Away" was coming to fruition, no matter how many times we tried to toss it aside. It just seemed to have a life of its own and is now what we consider to be the most important track of our career". That career has bloomed over the course of the last 7 years and has been growing steadily, beginning with the release of their self-titled debut album in 2012 through their own Bloody Bats Records imprint, with production by Christian Olde Wolbers (Fear Factory, Powerflo). The album received positive press & numerous accolades, including being named Revolver Magazine’s "Album of the Week" through independent music fan voting. The band spent the next 2 years on the road promoting the LP, including tours with In This Moment, All That Remains, Hellyeah, Nonpoint, Powerman 5000, Hed (PE), Ill Nino, Soil, Smile Empty Soul and Hurt.The debut album moved over 6,000 units and helped establish a loyal fanbase dubbed ‘The Evil Seeds.’
Touring and experiencing what worked in a live setting helped mature the band's songwriting skills. They brought that experience into the studio while recording their 2nd full-length LP, "It’s Time to Get Weird" with producer Dave Fortman and Mikey Doling (Snot). The album showcased a more polished sound while incorporating a more playful side that live audiences were just beginning to get a taste of. The ‘Weird’ album was a step forward on multiple fronts - from the production team, to a slicker stage look and photos with famed rock photographer Neil Zlozower, and guest vocals on the album’s title track by Korn’s Jonathan Davis. Lead single, "Dance with Death" was the band’s first foray into Active Rock radio, and reached #52 on the Mediabase Active Rock charts just as the album was released on October 30, 2015 independently, again through their own Bloody Bat Records. The title cut "It’s Time to Get Weird (featuring Korn’s Jonathan Davis),” was released in early 2016, becoming the band’s first Top 40 hit on the Mediabase Active Rock chart. With the success of both singles, Sunflower Dead returned to the road supporting the release throughout 2016 and 2017. The band toured with Avatar, Hellyeah, both legs of In This Moment’s ‘Hellpop’ tour and direct support on two runs with Mushroomhead.
With the addition of Christian Olde Wolbers (Fear Factory, Poweflo) on bass and Brian “Brett” Weir (Downplay, Starset) on drums, the band returned to the studio with Fortman and recorded their third album "C O M A", which they released through David Ellefson’s (Megadeth) EMP Label Group on Oct. 19th, 2018. The band plans to tour throughout the rest of 2019 into 2020.
Sunflower Dead On Tour
Upcoming Tour dates w/Scott Stapp & Messer
Official video for Sunflower Dead's It's Time To Get Weird featuring Jonathan Davis of Korn Purchase the Album IT'S TIME TO GET WEIRD here: smarturl.it/SFDITTGW
Published by The Manamal | July 3RD 2019
N.M.E - PITTSBURGH HEAVY POWER METAL! Street Date 7/12/2019 https://tribunalrecords.bandcamp.com/album/the-end-of-innocence BOOTCAMP SERIES #43 CD (w/ Limited Edition Slipcase) DECLASSIFIED INFORMATION: N.M.E took shape in Pittsburgh, PA during the mid-'80s, stabilizing a lineup of guitarists Michael Weldon and Brian Keruskin, Chuck Robinson on bass, drummer Dave Snyder, and vocalist Jirus. The group spent a full year honing a catalog of hard-charging heavy metal from mid-1987 through July of 1988, at which time they recorded nine songs at Space Station Studios in Uniontown, PA. Originally intended to be released as a full-length album called The End of Innocence, the professional-sounding effort was only issued in limited quantities on dubbed cassettes with handwritten labels. N.M.E returned to Space Station before the end of the year to lay down two new tracks—"R.I.P." and "Wicked Child." All the while, the band was securing a cult following based on a rigorous live performance résumé, opening for the likes of Crimson Glory, Dirty Looks, Dream Theater, Metal Church, Testament, Vio-lence, etc. Lucking into the opportunity to have their material ("Vengeance Is Mine") featured in the 1989 horror flick, Heartstopper, N.M.E finally seemed poised for a well-deserved breakout. Instead, lineup changes began to creep in, and the highly productive run of the group's classic lineup drew to an unceremonious close. Now, some 30 years after the fact, Divebomb Records is proud to at long last grant a proper release to The End of Innocence—the nine-song sessions fully remixed from the original 1988 reels—plus "Vengeance is Mine," "R.I.P.," and "Wicked Child." Mastered by Greg McLaughlin and Chuck Robinson at Shore Studios, the disc finds these underground legends sounding better than ever, and will be housed alongside a detailed booklet including a retrospective interview with Chuck Robinson and Dave Snyder. For the fans, by the fans! COMRADES IN ARMS: Fifth Angel, Tyrant, Shok Paris, Leatherwolf, Omen and Malice ARSENAL: Limited edition CD – only 500 units pressed worldwide – fully remixed/digitally remastered – band supplied photos – full color 24 page booklet with lyrics and brand new interview
HAMMERFALL REVEAL LYRIC VIDEO FOR (WE MAKE) SWEDEN ROCK;
NEW ALBUM ‘DOMINION’ DUE OUT 16TH AUGUST 2019 THROUGH NAPALM RECORDS 
HAMMERFALL has shared the lyric video for “(We Make) Sweden Rock” following the world premiere on the big screens at Sweden Rock Festival prior to the band’s performance over the weekend. The track is from their forthcoming album, “Dominion” set for release on August 16th.
Credit: Robert Tüchi - Picwish Fotodesign
HAMMERFALL (L-R) PONTUS NORGREN (guitar), DAVID WALLIN (drums), JOACIM CANS (vocals), FREDRIK LARSSON (bass), OSCAR DRONJAK (guitar).
HAMMERFALL frontman Joacim Cans comments, “The lyrical content is direct referrals to songs and bands hailing from the north. In the lyric video we took everything a step further and included photos, not only from bands referred to in the lyrics, but from loads of other Swedish bands. It’s kind of a history lesson in Swedish Hard Rock & Metal.” “The song is a tribute to the Swedish hard rock/heavy metal wonders that have swept the world for the past five decades. Bands from Sweden are tremendously well respected everywhere and we want to shine a light on everyone who helped create this.” adds guitarist Oscar Dronjak . The video was shot in Belgrade, Serbia, by iCode in early April.
HAMMERFALL - (We Make) Sweden Rock (Official Lyric Video) | Napalm Records
About Hammerfall: Among many accolades, Rock Hard touted the 1997 debut, Glory to the Brave, in its book The 500 Greatest Rock & Metal Albums of All Time. 2000’s Renegade bowed at #1 in their home country and went gold. In 2002, Crimson Thunder yielded the seminal “Hearts On Fire,” and went gold. With 25 million Spotify streams to date, the song notably became a theme for the Swedish Olympic Women’s Curling Team, which led to the band performing the opening ceremony at the European Athletics Championships in front of a global audience of 250 million. In addition to playing everywhere from India to Australia, the group has shared the stage with everyone from Iron Maiden and Rammstein to Dio. 2014 saw (r)Evolution bow at #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart in addition to topping charts back home.
Published by The Manamal | June 19TH 2019
FACE WITHOUT FEAR (Ft. Tripp Eisen of Static-X, Murderdolls, Dope) Release New Single "Deliverance" (self released) Released 7 June 2019
Kenny Hoyt - Lead vocals / guitars | Tripp Eisen - Lead guitars | Dante - Guitars / Keyboards | T.J. Cooke - Drums, percussion
FACE WITHOUT FEAR BIOGRAPHY Formed in 2017 by former Static-X, Dope and Murderdolls guitarist Tripp Eisen, New Jersey quintet FACE WITHOUT FEAR have already created a buzz on YouTube with a brand new teaser video. And for good reason. The clips you can hear, which are from the group’s first single entitled "Deliverance", immediately draw you in with gritty yet polished guitar work, electronic sampling, and metal vocals infused with surprisingly refined melodic phrasing. In terms of lyricism, the concepts of individualism, liberty and freedom, as well as the universal experience with human relationships permeate their lyrics. The band also takes inspiration from the conceptual and futuristic world of Ayn Rand, and is where the band’s name is drawn from….. the face without fear (Atlas Shrugged Part 2, Chapter 9). Eisen combed the entire East Coast searching for the right chemistry and like-minded creative souls, and soon added lead vocalist / guitarist Kenny “Mantis” Hoyt and drummer T.J. Cooke, both local legends themselves, of Crushpile and Methodical, respectively. Guitarist / multi-instrumentalist Dante, rounds out the band. Tripp was one of the founding members of NYC industrial groundbreakers Dope, as well as The Murderdolls whom he put together in 2000 with Slipknot drummer, Joey Jordison. He is best known as the guitarist for Warner Bros multi-platinum recording artists Static-X (2000-2005). While with the band, Tripp co-wrote much of the band's material including "The Only", one of Static-X's biggest hits to date. While with the band, he toured extensively through 4 album cycles and 20 countries, and also conceived the band’s first comic book (published by Chaos Comics). FACE WITHOUT FEAR has flavors of Tripp's previous projects along with elements of rock, metal and punk. The product is an industrial, nu-metal, groove-oriented mash. Eisen says, “This is the industrial-metal heritage that I’ve immersed myself in through the years; combining everything I’ve played since my inception, through many collaborations and crucibles and on up to this current incarnation. It’s not just mindlessness and meaningless lyrics over metalized riffing and programming, we want to give our audience something to think about.” The band’s live show will feature an album’s worth of original material, plus a few treats for fans of Tripp’s previous projects as well as a few dynamic updated covers by such artists at The Beatles, The Ramones and The Misfits. “Deliverance,” the first track from the band will be released in full length to the public in June. The first demo of the song dates back to Tripp’s time in Static-X, and with Kenny’s help it’s been updated and supercharged. “I am the real thing, won’t you breathe in me, remove your disguise, even if it bleeds, I want the real thing” …. Says the vocalist: "It’s about bearing your soul, allowing your true identity to be seen by others, and the vulnerability that goes along with it." Additional tracks the group intends to release this summer include “My Parasite,” a song which reflects on a force that attaches and won’t let go until it drains the host, which could be interpreted in several ways. “The Zero” is a profile on the type of person that dedicates their life to the worship of human flaws. In contrast is the person that strives to embrace human achievement and finds joy in the experiences of life and positive thinking; who combats The Zero. The band’s creative range will also be demonstrated in the upcoming tracks: “It Never Ends”, Magnolia Blooms”, and “Independence”. Recording was done at Trax East Studios in South River New Jersey, while Mixing and Mastering was done by industry pro Chris Collier (Prong, Korn, Whitesnake, Hed p.e.). Programming is provided by Reg S. of Encryption, Spydah and Chris Pennie (Dillinger Escape Plan, Coheed and Cambria). In addition, Eisen has been an integral part of the Static-X reunion and related album, from inception to songwriting content. Many of his unreleased collaborations with the late Wayne Static will be featured, as well as brand new tracks, as heard in Static-X’s current teaser videos. Eisen also played guitar on the updated versions of several ‘Wisconsin Death Trip’ songs. If you're as excited about this as we are - check back here for more on Face Without Fear! 
Joey, Tripp, Eric on video shoot 2002
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New Show Date - AUG. 25 - Industrial Rock Band created by guitarist TRIPP EISEN of STATIC X, MURDERDOLLS, & DOPE!
Sun. August 25th, 2019 debut show live at QXT's in Newark, Nj Get Show Details Here
Published by The Manamal | June 16Th 2019
ANOXIA To The Lions (digital single) Mighty Music Release: 14 June 2019
Danish heavy metal band Anoxia present their first single "To The Lions" from their upcoming album.
The song is rather special since it is kind of a celebration to the biggest metal festival in Denmark. 
AnoxiA is a well-established act on the Danish underground live metal scene, their longevity dating back 20+ years.
Hell bent on having fun during performance, AnoxiA approaches any gig fully charged, sincerely convinced that in order for the audience to enjoy, the band must enjoy. About The New Single "To The Lions" is a track with lyrics written immediately after returning home from COPENHELL 2018. A sort of unofficial tribute to the festival, the scene and the dedication of the metal crowd, written down and recorded still with the classic panicking feeling hitting you every year "is it already over – what now?". The song is taken from their upcoming album by the same name as the single "To The Lions" to be released later this year. The album is mastered by Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios. AnoxiA has spent the time since the release of their previous full-length, the critically acclaimed “A Lapdance For The Devil”, partially on the road and partially in rehearsal and the studio, crafting the 9 songs that would eventually become “TO THE LIONS”. The musical direction on “TO THE LIONS” is old school heavy metal – melodic, yet hardhitting and thrashy at times. At times even a modern twist sneaks in. The songs are carved around strong riffing a wide array of vocal variation, supporting the musical landscapes.
The band explains the new single:
“TO THE LIONS” is in the natural vein of AnoxiAs previous works, not deviating too much from the recognizable AnoxiA-formula of heavy metal. However, this time AnoxiA decided on a more direct and clear edge to the sound, allowing the songs to speak more for themselves. The musical direction bears references to the likes of Iron Maiden, Slayer, In Flames, and a lot of classic hard rock and 80s thrash. Guitarist Claus S. Nielsen states: “This time our approach to the writing process was to create aggressive and raw, yet melodic and memorable heavy metal songs that first hit you between the eyes and then stick in your ears! That has indeed been a pleasant journey, however with many a fun detour along the way. ” Vocalist and guitarist Lars Frederiksen elaborate: “We wanted to keep intact the AnoxiA trademark, but at the same time also to renew or refine our sound. By teaming up with our longtime friends, Ole W. Bertelsen (producing, recording, mixing)) and Simon Joergensen (drum recording) we gained a more direct and dynamic sound than the previous album. Adding Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios, who in fact did some of our first demos in 2000, for mastering the album, gave the new album the last boost and we’re very satisfied with the sound.” Anoxia: Lars Frederiksen - Vocal / Guitar Claus S. Nielsen - Guitar Allan Nielsen - Bass Søren Frederiksen - Drums Band Links Official Website about the full album
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AnoxiA "To The Lions" Tracklist
Debut album from AnoxiA 1. Origin of Pain 2. Scaffold 3. To The Lions 4. These Chains 5. Rule The Storm 6. Slavery 7. The Devils Share 8. Bite The Darkness 9. In Eternity |
Coverart by Alen Domazet
Layout by Mikkel Grønkjær Release Date: October 4TH 2019 Label: Mighty Music / Target Recorded at Muzirkus Studios and OWB Productions Recorded by Ole Bertelsen & Simon Joergensen Mixed by Ole Bertelsen at OWB Productions Mastered by Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios (Pretty Maids, Mercenary, Volbeat) |
Published by The Manamal | June 16Th 2019
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