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• June 8th - TOLEDO DEATH FEST w/ OCEANO, THE CONVALESCENCE, VISCERAL DISGORGE, ROSE FUNERAL, CASKET ROBBERY and more!

  Jun 3, 2024 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

  

  A destructive vortex of extreme metal returns to Toledo, OH this coming June 8th, with TOLEDO DEATH FEST announcing its 2024 lineup featuring OCEANO, THE CONVALESCENCE, VISCERAL DISGORGE, ROSE FUNERAL, CASKET ROBBERY, and more!

  Hosted at Mainstreet Bar & Grill (141 Main St.), the all-ages event will be hosted with two stages of non-stop brutality from some of the midwest's most gut-punching visceral spitting metal to plow into Toledo.

  Highlights of the confirmed bands include headliners Oceano with their blast beats, sonic double bass, slow heavy breakdowns, low death metal growls, and shrieking metalcore vocals ready to annihilate the pit with their discography since 2009. The Convalescence is one of the USA’s unstoppable tour de forces, pillaging all across the globe to support their latest album "Harvesters Of Flesh And Bone". Baltimore's brutal death metal tyrants Visceral Disgorge bring their slamming riffs, guttural growls, and an onslaught of blast beats to savage the pit. Hailing from Cincinnati, OH, Rose Funeral brings its haunting deathcore melodies, insane blasts, and groove to tremble festival goers. Emerging from the darkest and most desolate areas of the Midwest, Casket Robbery creates its signature style of death metal by infusing horror and occult themes. Their trademark huge riffs and unstoppable grooves create the unrelenting, brutally catchy, and eerie sound that only Casket Robbery is known for.

  Since its inception in 2009 by Keith Wampler, the frontman of The Convalescence and owner of The Legend Agency, the festival has showcased the talents of some of the American Midwest's best up-and-coming metal bands. Past editions have seen past support from well-known artists such as Jungle Rot, Malevolent Creation, Filth, Signs of The Swarm and The Breathing Process among many more. The festival has been an extreme metal pilgrimage for fans living in the surrounding states of Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and West Virginia.

  Tickets are available at https://theconvalescence.bigcartel.com/product/toledodeathfest (General Admission, VIP Packages)

  Event - https://www.facebook.com/events/680497694013243​

  TOLEDO DEATH FEST 2024 LINEUP​
  Oceano (Chicago, IL)
  The Convalescence (Toledo, OH)
  Visceral Disgorge (Baltimore, MD)
  Rose Funeral (Cincinnati, OH)
  Casket Robbery (Madison< WI)
  Mutilatred (Toledo, OH)
  Sea Of Treachery (Hebron, KY)
  Embryonic Autopsy (Chicago, IL)
  Gorepig (Jonesboro, AR)
  Ignominious (Norwalk, OH)
  Mutilation Barbeque (Cleveland, OH)
  Goonlord (De Land, FL)
  Stand Abandoned (Barnstead, NH)
  Killcrown (Hastings, MI)
  72 Legions (Akron, OH)
  The Behest Of Serpents (Canton, OH)
  Cerebral Cortex (Toledo, OH)

  To follow updates for Toledo Death Fest 2024, please visit the following links:

  ​Facebook.com/ToledoDeathfest | Facebook.com/thelegendagency | Instagram.com/thelegendagency/

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• Brazil's AURO CONTROL Unveils New Album "The Harp"

  Jun 1, 2024 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

  Auro Control is a new Brazilian band dedicated to excellent Prog/Power Metal, today they released their debut album titled "The Harp". Led by vocalist Lucas de Ouro, the band comprises a talented lineup including bassist Thiago "Bonga" Baumgarten, guitarist Lucas Barnery, drummer Davi Britto, and guitarist Diego Pires. With their fast, precise, melodic, virtuous, and energetic sound, Auro Control delivers an amazing auditory experience that leaves a lasting impression.

  
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  ​"The Harp" is an ambitious album, uniting the greatness of Power Metal with the depth of Prog Metal and the richness of percussion from Bahia-Brazil, resulting in a unique and surprising sound. The album, recorded at Estúdio Fusão in São Paulo and produced by Thiago Bianchi, will feature the participation of Bianchi himself (Noturnall, ex-Shaman), Aquiles Priester (W.A.S.P., ex-Angra), Felipe Andreoli (Angra), Bahian singer Aiace, and Metal icon Jeff Scott Soto. In its Japanese version, the album will feature the exclusive bonus track: Inside the Mirror.
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  The album is full of songs showcasing their main influences and delivering energizing anthems with messages that encourage introspection and reflection. As the album unfolds, listeners are taken on a journey through the subjectivity of the human soul, with moments of power and complexity interspersed with Brazilian percussion and Northeastern rhythms.

  
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  The lyrics draw inspiration from dark moments and overcoming difficulties, serving as reflections and invitations to find one's spotlight in life. Metaphors of battling loneliness and transformation resonate throughout, emphasizing the importance of willpower and courage.
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  For fans of bands like Angra, Stratovarius, Helloween, Symphony X, and Dream Theater, "The Harp" offers a refreshing and mature debut album that combines technical prowess with beautiful melodies and melodic ideas. It's a compelling fusion of Power Metal classics and the rhythmic traditions of northeastern Brazil, marking Auro Control as a band to watch in the metal scene.
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  ​LISTEN: https://lnk.to/aurocontrol​
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  ​ALBUM ORDER - https://bit.ly/4aDZjol​

  ​​Auro Control is:
  Lucas de Ouro - Vocals
  Lucas Barnery - Guitars
  Diego Pires - Guitars
  Thiago Baumgarten - Bass
  Davi Britto - Drums

  For more info:​
  ​Rockshots.eu | https://www.facebook.com/aurocontrol | https://www.instagram.com/aurocontrol/

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• SPREAD THIN Wipe The Floor With Aggression And Hostility In “Factory Job” Off Upcoming Album “World of Snakes” Out July 2024

  May 31, 2024 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

  Spread Thin is Wisconsin, USA’s explosive hardcore quartet and they are set to release their hostile debut full-length album “World of Snakes” on July 26th. In anticipation, they are premiering today, the video single “Factory Job”, a gritty and succinct look at the band’s unique blend of powerviolence, grind, and sludge that will draw in new fans and please existing ones. The band had this to say about the single:

  “Working in a factory sucks. It’s very straining on your body, tedious, and downright cruel sometimes. You may end up working one for years and years until boom one day you get to retire. By that point, your body will more than likely be so worn out you don’t get to enjoy life at that point. This song is just a venting session for anyone out there who has had it, and damn near at the point where sanity is getting hard to maintain.”

  “Factory Job” encapsulates the dynamic and speed fluctuations that define “World of Snakes”, and offers a powerful introduction to the band’s sound and sets the stage for the subsequent singles. Most songs on this record were written in a live atmosphere, with riffs and ideas developed together as a band, and Spread Thin aims to create an aggressive record with no filler, and they believe “World of Snakes” achieves that goal.

  The band's relentless practice and dedication to a tight rhythm section, cutting through chainsaw guitar tones and barking vocals, ensure their live shows are a must-see for any hardcore fan. They are recommended for fans of Weekend Nachos, Gel, and Spy.

  Watch and listen to “Factory Job” via its premiere on Hardcore Worldwide - https://youtu.be/7AC7RZjfdGI​

  Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3X72VuW​

  “World of Snakes” is due out on July 26, 2024, and is available for pre-order at https://spreadthin608.bandcamp.com.

  "World Of Snakes" Record Release Shows​
  July 27 - Sparta, WI - Barney Community Center
  July 28 - Milwaukee, WI - Falcon Bowl

  Track Listing:​
  1 - So Much Hate (2:00)
  2 - Factory Job (2:00)
  3 - Gaslit (1:52)
  4 - Know What’s Bullshit? (2:17)
  5 - Unjustified (1:01)
  6 - Friendly Deception (3:17)
  7 - Nailed (2:05)
  8 - Moodswings (1:29)
  9 - Listen Up! (2:23)
  Album Length (18:17)

  More info: https://linktr.ee/spreadthin608

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• Canada's SUPERMODEL TAXIDERMY Thrash/Punk/Hardcore EP “At What Cost” Is Available Now! + Alberta Show Dates

  May 31, 2024 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

  With breakneck thrash fury comes Canada’s Supermodel Taxidermy and their second EP “At What Cost”, releasing today (May 31st) on physical CD to follow its digital release on April 26th via Punishment 18 Records. With a track record of turning heads and pushing boundaries, they promise to deliver an electrifying blend of intense riffs, powerful vocals, and unbridled energy that will leave listeners craving for more. The band comments on what to expect:

  “This album is going to exceed the expectations of our early listeners while also adding dynamics with new elements that we decided to enforce all over the record. Things such as Cheney’s crushing vocals. We do a lot of back-and-forth vocals on this record. This record was made to catch your ears with its intense guitar hooks, heavy drums, and catchy bass lines all while keeping your attention to the lyrical topics at hand.”

  Lyrically, the majority of this album looks at death; a lot of the writings question the cause and effect of vices and the wrong choices that can be made throughout our lives. Musically this album is fast and heavy as hell. Supermodel Taxidermy wanted to have it throwing left hooks repeatedly, there are not many moments on this record when it gives you a break.

  The band was formed after an overwhelming response to the EP “A Whorer Story”, which was intended to be a one-off solo record, and since then they have been staking a claim for themselves in the local scene. The album, ten tracks coming in at just under half an hour, was produced by Rob Lawless and mixed/mastered by Terry Paholek, showcasing the band's commitment to delivering an exciting listening experience. This thrash metal and hardcore punk collision is recommended for fans of Iron Reagan, Dayglo Abortions, and Slayer.

  Supermodel Taxidermy's new album “At What Cost” is available digitally and for CD at the following links:

  ​https://www.punishment18records.com/​

  ​https://supermodeltaxidermy.bandcamp.com/album/at-what-cost​

  ​https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/supermodeltaxidermy/at-what-cost​

  Skateboard - https://supermodeltaxidermy.bandcamp.com/merch/skateboard​​

  Upcoming Shows:​
  June 7 - Fort McMurray, AB - Syncrude Atheteltic Park - Rock The Rails (Headlining + Album Release Party
  June 15 - Medicine Hat, AB - Alternative Waves Festival - Mainliners Pub - info
  ​Aug 4 - Lethbridge, AB - The Slice - info w/ Ripcordz

  For more info: ​https://www.facebook.com/supermodelmodeltaxidermy | https://www.instagram.com/supermodeltaxidermy

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• Rockshots Records - VICOLO INFERNO Unleash Video "Suspended" Off Third Studio Album "Circles" Out Now!

  May 31, 2024 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

  VICOLO INFERNO, one of the latest signings for Rockshots Records roster is proud to release their third studio album "Circles" today. Instinctive, energetic, melodic, dark, and intense, "Circles" is the quartet's most mature and experimental recording to date.

  "Circles" like its predecessor dances among various colors of the soul, from the most intimate and convoluted to the angry, to the amused and ironic. The track listing was chosen to guide the listener through a journey. The writing process for this record has been consolidated for years, although somewhat against the current.

  "We are "romantic supporters" of songwriting in the rehearsal room. We always start from a vocal line or a guitar riff, and if there is inspiration, the first version is laid down, which is then refined and shaped over time like a piece of wood by a sculptor." says the band. "It is said that the third album is canonically the one of awareness; it is certainly the one in which we put more care into arranging the songs, where we experimented with some stylistic figures never used by us before, both in music and in singing. For once, we would like to venture to say that we think it is our best album (although it is always difficult to say which child you love most) for ideas and execution, but as always, the hope is to reach the audience, which will be the judge in deciding whether our feelings hit the mark or not."

  The band describes this new single "Suspended" as a social critique stating that "The attention span of society for any content or experience is just a few seconds but our stories are too complex to be summarized in a few words." ​
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  Listen to "Suspended" at the following Link:

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  Recommended for fans of Alice in Chains, Black Sabbath, and Black Stone Cherry "Circles" is due out today and is available for digital platforms plus CD orders at the following links below:

  LISTEN / ORDER: https://lnk.to/vicircles​
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  ​UPCOMING SHOWS:​
  31.05 live @ Ziggy club (Torino) supporting Crying Steel e Vicious Rumors
  10.06 Album Release Party @ dolce vita (Imola)

   

  More info: Rockshots.eu | Facebook.com/vicoloinferno | Instagram.com/vicolo_inferno

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