French band Temnein release live video for 'White Stained Inferno'

French quintet Temnein have unveiled a live video for the stunning “White Stained Inferno” ahead of their upcoming European dates with first The Crown and later At The Gates!

Fans can check out the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlgkRCpdUn8

The band are set to appear with The Crown at the following dates:

December 12th - Efurt, Germany - From Hell (w/ The Crown)
December 13th - Mannheim, Germany - MS Connexion (w/ The Crown)
December 14th - Sursee, Switzerland - (w/ The Crown)
February 16th – Birmingham, UK - HRH Metal (w/ Decapitated, Trollfest, Devilment...)
March 23rd - Moscow, Russia – Station Hall (w/ At The Gates)
March 25th - St Petersburg, Russia - ZAL (w/ At The Gates)
August 23th -  Slovakia - Loud Farm Fest (w/ Beheaded, Gutalax, Virvum...)

Formed in France in 2009, Temnein’s brand of melodic death metal draws influence from Dark Tranquillity, Ghost Brigade and Insomnium among others. Their first album, “404 B.C.”, released in 2014 via Mighty Music scored incredible reviews and allowed them to share the stage with renowned metal acts both at home in France and Japan in December 2014. Following the addition of a new vocalist in 2016, the band entered Conkrete Studio (Loudblast, ETHS, The Great Old Ones...) with charismatic producer El Mobo to record their second album, "White Stained Inferno". Following its release in October 2017 through Massacre Records, “White Stained Inferno” picked up further great reviews.

The album, the artwork for which was create by Ibay Arifin (Gojira, Year Of No Light) is a reference to a white stained inferno, which represents the medical field and more specifically the stay in a hospital. The lyrics deal with all the difficult steps of the disease, whether it's physical or psychological: from the beginning of the disease to the possible healing, the chilling diagnostic, the struggle against oneself and the fear of death.

Musically, the album is darker and more atmospheric than “404 B.C.”. To symbolise the concept of the record, the band wished to focus more on the emotional aspect of their sound, dialling back the technicality. However, the whole record has a lot of diversity; utilising acoustic guitars alongside vicious blast beats, blistering solo work and massive hooks.

In Spring 2018 the band signed a worldwide management/booking deal with The Flaming Arts Agency (Behemoth, Venom Inc., Marduk, Possessed, I Am Morbid). The band are now touring in support of major artists: French shows with Hate/Shade Empire/Nordjevel before hitting the road with The Crown and At The Gates.

Over the years, Temnein have shared stages with many big headline acts in Europe and Japan. Opening for Eluveitie, Powerwolf, Primordial, Equilibrium, Leprous, Beyond Creation, Mors Principium Est, God Dethroned, Pyogenesis, Dagoba, Benighted, Gorod, Leng T’che, Hypno5e, No Return, Hacride among others.

Links:
https://www.temnein.net/
https://massacre-records.com/

UK hardcore duo Parasitic Twins set to open for Boycott the Baptist in Germany and Belgium

Hull hardcore duo Parasitic Twins are set to hit the road later this month with the monstrous Boycott The Baptist! The band, who released their visceral debut EP, “All That’s Left To Do Now Is Sleep With Each Other”, on October 26th, are set to appear in Germany and Holland with BTB! Remaining dates see support from Clunge Destroyer. Full dates for the tour below:

November 30th – Thav - Hildesheim, Germany (w/ Parasitic Twins)
December 1st – The Morgue - Leeuwarden, Belgium (w/ Parasitic Twins)
December 2nd – Crowley’s – Hastings (w/ Clunge Destroyer)
December 4th – Birds Nest – London (w/ Clunge Destroyer)
December 5th – North Bar – Rhyl, Wales (w/ Clunge Destroyer)
December 6th- Paradiddles Music Café – Worcester (w/ Clunge Destroyer)
December 7th – Lounge 41 – Workington (w/ Clunge Destroyer)
December 8th – The Westgarth Social Club – Middlesbrough (w/ Clunge Destroyer)




Ripping a page from the Killing Joke school of lo-fi noise, then setting it on fire via the way of Today Is The Day and Godflesh, Hull’s scariest kids, Parasitic Twins are riding high following the release of their debut EP. Recorded live and raw, at Melrose Yard Studios in York, the hardcore duo, made up by guitarist/vocalist Max Watt (Rotting Monarchs) and drummer Dom Smith (Mary and The Ram), have performed together previously as part of Seep Away was born of a desire to create the most abrasive sound they could.

Discussing their debut single, “Massive”, Watt had this to say: “It’s about that mental sense of abandon that comes once in a while and turns our lives into ash. Temporarily, of course. Everyone’s been in that place where long term plans and prospects just become irrelevant and all you can focus on is immediate day to day shit, and one day you wake up and think “Goddamn, what was all that noise about?” At the time it’s huge but with time just becomes a notch in your past, then you gotta make the reparations, and push all that negative shit to the back.”

Hammered into the raw aggression like a nail into splintered wood is a youthful rage desperate to be heard. Taking comfortable influence from the late 90s sludge scene, the track “Flipswitch” borrows from the Raging Speedhorn school of duel vocal ferocity while “End” wraps a chain around the Biohazard-esque bouncy hardcore and throws it on the heap. Making “ATLTDNISWEO” a white-hot blast of crusty oblivion, perfect for fans of low end, aggro-punk. Listen to at wielding volume.

Links:
https://twitter.com/twinsparasitic
https://theparasitictwins.bandcamp.com/

UK metal band Under release video for 'Malcontent'

Uneasy listening trio Under have unveiled their new video for latest single “Malcontent”!

When asked on the theme behind the song, the band stated:
"Andy (Preece – drums, vocals) came up with this suitably grinding, droning riff while bored out of his mind waiting outside a changing room. As we arranged the overall tine, adding Mayo’s signature noise and our usual uneasy rhythmic approach, we tried to accentuate that feeling of anxious horror and discomfort as much as we could. To reflect this feeling I wrote the lyrics to invoke that sickly desperation apparent in anybody hungry for power."
The new video can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLosMkzzq24

Their new album, Stop Being Naïve, is available now from APF Records.

Under are a trio from Stockport, Greater Manchester. Formed in 2016. Though rooted in the blueprints of Sludge and Doom Metal, their sound is harder to pin down with elements of Prog, Noise and Avant Garde creeping in. Under play with jagged, slow, off kilter riffs that tease the listener into a false sense of security with dark and abstract lyricism evoking a trippy and sinister unease. The trio cite the likes of Swans, Mr. Bungle, The Melvins and Radiohead as prime influences.

After the success of their debut EP 'First Attempt' in 2015, Under built up a solid reputation playing frequent live shows in and out of Manchester. In 2016 they embarked on a successful UK mini-tour with Kurokuma.

In 2017 Under signed to APF Records and released 'Slick', their highly anticipated debut full length album, completely self-produced and recorded by the band themselves. The trio successfully built on everything they had been working towards, carefully fine-tuning every detail on the record. ‘Slick’ was an eclectic listen - chock full of crushing riffs, odd time signatures, and a mixture of aggressive screaming vocals and more relaxed tripped out clean sections. All three band members provided vocals, often harmonizing together to create epic melodic textures.

In support of the “Slick” Under played live shows throughout 2017 and early 2018: both as headliner and as support to Whores, King Parrott, Church of the Cosmic Skull, Slabdragger, Elephant Tree, The Hyena Kill, Hundred Year Old Man, Gurt, Part Chimp, Primitive Man and Slomatics. They also played the Dreadfest, Cvltfest and Gizzardfest Fesivals and the APF Records Showcase in Manchester.



Links:
https://www.facebook.com/understockport/
http://www.apfrecords.co.uk/

UK metal band Under release single 'Malcontent'

Uneasy listening trio Under are streaming their new single “Malcontent” now over on Doomed & Stoned!

When asked on the theme behind the song, the band stated:
"Andy (Preece – drums, vocals) came up with this suitably grinding, droning riff while bored out of his mind waiting outside a changing room. As we arranged the overall tine, adding Mayo’s signature noise and our usual uneasy rhythmic approach, we tried to accentuate that feeling of anxious horror and discomfort as much as we could. To reflect this feeling I wrote the lyrics to invoke that sickly desperation apparent in anybody hungry for power."

The single can be found here: https://doomedandstoned.com/post/179214218218/under

Their new album, Stop Being Naïve, is set for release via APF Records on October 30th.

Under are a trio from Stockport, Greater Manchester. Formed in 2016. Though rooted in the blueprints of Sludge and Doom Metal, their sound is harder to pin down with elements of Prog, Noise and Avant Garde creeping in. Under play with jagged, slow, off kilter riffs that tease the listener into a false sense of security with dark and abstract lyricism evoking a trippy and sinister unease. The trio cite the likes of Swans, Mr. Bungle, The Melvins and Radiohead as prime influences.

After the success of their debut EP 'First Attempt' in 2015, Under built up a solid reputation playing frequent live shows in and out of Manchester. In 2016 they embarked on a successful UK mini-tour with Kurokuma.

In 2017 Under signed to APF Records and released 'Slick', their highly anticipated debut full length album, completely self-produced and recorded by the band themselves. The trio successfully built on everything they had been working towards, carefully fine-tuning every detail on the record. ‘Slick’ was an eclectic listen - chock full of crushing riffs, odd time signatures, and a mixture of aggressive screaming vocals and more relaxed tripped out clean sections. All three band members provided vocals, often harmonizing together to create epic melodic textures.

In support of the “Slick” Under played live shows throughout 2017 and early 2018: both as headliner and as support to Whores, King Parrott, Church of the Cosmic Skull, Slabdragger, Elephant Tree, The Hyena Kill, Hundred Year Old Man, Gurt, Part Chimp, Primitive Man and Slomatics. They also played the Dreadfest, Cvltfest and Gizzardfest Fesivals and the APF Records Showcase in Manchester.

Links:
https://www.facebook.com/understockport/
https://understockport.bandcamp.com/

I, The Betrayer release video for 'Shephard Of Fire'

Norwegian five piece I, The Betrayer have released a video for their cover of the Avenged Sevenfold classic “Shephard Of Fire”

Check out the video by acclaimed videographer Andy Pilkington of Very Metal Art here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5rD6b7mPlg

The track is the first signs of new music from the quintet following the release of their debut EP “7” last year.

I, the Betrayer is made up of five guys from altogether different musical backgrounds brought together by their love of metal, and random chance, to create music which encompasses every part of their collective vision. Influenced by all kinds of styles, from blues and progressive rock to death metal, they have managed to carve their own identity within the genre.

Amongst the heavy metal chugging and pounding drums, you can expect to hear soaring vocal melodies leading to guttural lows, progressive inspired leads on top of driving metal progressions and contemplative clean passages exploding into a forceful and commanding song.

Having won the affections of fans around the world and picking up universal praise from the metal press with “7”, the band are burrowed away working on their follow up.

Links:
http://www.ithebetrayer.com/
https://www.facebook.com/ithebetrayerr/

Spanish metal band Bones Of Minerva release single 'Privilege'

Spanish metal band Bones Of Minerva have released a new single, Privilege.

You can hear Privilege in full here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DBYHrrPDi0

The single was issued just prior to the band hitting the UK for a double date weekend tour, were the first date was in Oxford on October 26th and the second will commence at The Dev in London on October 27th.

Remaining live dates for October:
SAT 27/10 - London - The Dev (The Dev+Church of Cat Promotions)

Bones of Minerva are quickly developing a reputation as one of the must-see acts of the Spanish metal scene, bringing something different both on record and onstage, and they are a band who are working tirelessly to get their music to everyone they can. Their eclectic sound aims to combine visceral and melodic elements; merging heavy riffs, hypnotic rhythms, ethereal passages and raw lyrics.

In the age of digital media, selling out all the hard copies of an album is no mean feat, and October 5th saw their debut Blue Mountains (Nooirax/La Rubia Productions) reissued in a special edition including two new tracks.

The four-piece consisting of Blue (vocals), Chloé (bass), Ruth (guitars) was formed in 2013, with Nerea (drums) joining the band in early 2018. Blue Mountains came out early last year, followed by crowdfunded deluxe vinyl edition at the beginning of 2018.

After a year which has seen them embark on two tours of Spain and shows in Sweden, recording single ‘Vehemence’ for the Spanish film Call TV and a shout out as one of the albums of the year by Bandera Negra (Radio 3 España) the band is now gearing up for their first European tour, starting later this month with their first UK dates.

The end goal? To take their music as far as possible, with everything to gain and nothing to lose.

Bones of Minerva’s new single ‘Privilege’ is available to stream now on youtube, soundcloud and bandcamp.

Links:
https://www.facebook.com/bonesofminerva/
https://bonesofminerva.com/

Oracle announce live performances with Primordial, Diamond Head and Mortiis to finish 2018

First, on the weekend of October 27th and 28th, Oracle will be part of the 20th edition of The Siege Of Limerick. Held at Dolans in Limerick, this massive event will feature the likes of Primordial, Bolzer, Slidhr, King Witch and Seven Sisters.
For the full line-up, ticket links and more head to the Facebook event page

Then, on the weekend of Novermber 23rd/24th Oracle will be part of the 18 And Life Part II festival, which will be held at the Voodoo and Limelight 2 venues in Belfast. The jam packed bill will also include NWOBHM legends Diamond Head, Overoth, Rabid Bitch Of The North, Two Tales Of Woe and many more.
Tickets are available from www.thedistortionproject.bigcartel.com

Next on the agenda, on Friday Decemebr 7th, Oracle will be part of Crypt Of The Riff 2, where they will share the stage of the Voodoo in Belfast with Ten Ton Slug, Elder Druid and more.
Full details can be found at the Facebook event page

Finally, on December 14th, Oracle will be at The Palm House in Belfast, where they will be supporting the troll king himself, Mortiis! Also playing will be Drakonis and Congenital Abnormalities.
For more information, click here

At all of these shows you'll be able to hear Oracle playing tracks from their latest release - Tales Of Pythia, which Metal Gods TV described as "a pace changing ruthless rampage of savagery".

Links:
https://www.facebook.com/oraclebandni/