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• ART OF ATTRITION - Cross Canada "The Subservient Bloodletting Tour" w/ Beguiler + New Blackened Technical Deathcore Single “Subserviate & Decay”

  Feb 6, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Red Deer, AB extreme metal outfit Art of Attrition unleashes their latest single “Subserviate & Decay”. The track showcases the band's signature blend of relentless brutality and melodic complexity while pushing into bold new territory.

  “Subserviate & Decay” delivers the classical Art of Attrition sound that fans have come to expect - a devastating combination of 8-string guitars, gravity blast beats, and guttural vocals - before taking an unexpected turn after the bridge breakdown. The band expands:

  “It is modern primitive. It embodies all you love about Art of Attrition and then slaps you in the face with a caveman club. We loved writing this song, recording the parts, and developing its uniqueness in our catalog. It serves as a visceral reminder of the necessity of internal self-love and confidence.”

  Since their formation in 2019, Art of Attrition has carved out their niche in the extreme metal landscape; their 2023 debut album “The Void Eternal” and 2024’s “...And It Will All End Forever” established them as a force in the technical deathcore scene. The single represents a conscious step outside the band's comfort zone, incorporating elements from other genres they love. It is especially recommended for fans of Lorna Shore, Aversions Crown, and Kublai Khan.

  Watch and listen to the video for “Subserviate & Decay” via TheCirclepit at https://youtu.be/55K4q_d0znQ​

  Spotify - https://spoti.fi/4gREec7

  ​In additional news, Art of Attrition along with 2024 Wacken Metal Battle Canada Champions, Toronto, ON's Beguiler be hitting the road across Canada, east to the west this May for "The Subservient Bloodletting Tour" (dates listed below). This cross-country trek marks a new chapter for both bands as they expand their reach, unleashing their most punishing sets to date along with new songs to unveil. Enter the moshpit for these two bands' audio assaults of some good ol’ extreme sonic carnage!

  The Subservient Bloodletting Tour w/ Art of Attrition, Beguiler​
  May 2 - La Source de la Martinière- Quebec City, QC
  May 3 - Piranha Bar - Montréal, QC
  May 4 - Taverne Royale - Trois Rivières, QC
  May 7 - The Union - Kitchener, ON
  May 8 - Queens Nightclub - Barrie, ON
  May 9 - Dominion House - Windsor, ON
  May 10 - Sneaky Dee’s - Toronto, ON
  May 11 - Dominion Tavern - Ottawa, ON
  May 14 - SideStage - Winnipeg, MB
  May 15 - Black Cat Tavern - Saskatoon, SK
  May 16 - The Vat - Red Deer, AB
  May 17 - Dickens - Calgary, AB
  May 23 - Stariite Temple - Edmonton, AB
  May 24 - The Cobalt - Vancouver, BC

  More info: http://artofattrition.com | https://www.facebook.com/ArtofAttrition | https://www.instagram.com/artofattrition​
  
  

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• NOBLE DEMON Unleashes "Noble Demonic Metal – Chapter 5" Sampler to Celebrate Fifth Anniversary! ​    

  Feb 6, 2025 Al Feliciano 0 Comments

  German independent label NOBLE DEMON is marking its fifth anniversary with the release of a brand new label sampler, "Noble Demonic Metal – Chapter 5". Founded by former Nuclear Blast veteran Patrick Walch, in cooperation with Berlin-based media group UCM.ONE, NOBLE DEMON has quickly become a force in the metal scene, building a diverse roster of international artists and cultivating a dedicated following. "Noble Demonic Metal – Chapter 5" features the label's latest releases and other tracks that have not yet appeared on previous compilations, making it a must-have for collectors and dedicated fans. The 25-track compilation delivers a potent dose of heavy music, spanning a variety of styles. From established acts to exciting newcomers, the sampler highlights the strength and depth of the NOBLE DEMON family. Tracklist as follows: 01. The Man-Eating Tree - Seer 02. Dawn Of Solace - Murder 03. Voidfallen - Pyre Of Vengeance 04. King Satan - Chaos Forever Now 05. S.O.R.M - Scream 06. Grain Of Pain - The Moon Lights The Way 07. The Hypothesis - Stray 08. Repentance - A Future Untold 09. Night Crowned - She Comes At Night 10. Swansong - Awakening 11. Winterhorde - Angels In Disguise 12. Kaunis Kuolematon - Elävältä Haudattu 13. Zornheym - None For All 14. Plaguestorm - Back To Zero 15. Rise To Fall - Intruder 16. Gomorra - Flames Of Death 17. Begat The Nephilim - Pygmalionism 18. Slaughterror - Endless Lust For Gore 19. Beneath My Feet - The Uprising 20. Feelingless - Hope 21. The Vice - Another Future 22. No Raza - On The Verge Of Dying Out 23. Tulkas - Devastation By Greed 24. Neonfly - Last Of Our Kind 25. Red Moon Architect - One Shines Brighter Listen to "Noble Demonic Metal – Chapter 5" HERE

  For More Information Please Visit: https://linktr.ee/nobledemon

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• LAY OF THE AUTUMN Explores Struggle and Empowerment w/ New Video "Thrown Away" Off Latest Album "Of Love And Sorrow"

  Feb 6, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Rockshots Records and Lay Of The Autumn proudly present the official music video for "Thrown Away", one of the standout tracks from their debut album "Of Love And Sorrow" released on October 25th, 2024.

  A striking blend of Symphonic Power Metal, cinematic soundscapes, and electronic elements, "Thrown Away" explores struggle, catharsis, and empowerment themes. The song is driven by intense riffs, soaring melodies, and fast, intricate guitar and keyboard solos, complemented by ERIA’s evocative vocal performance, which captures vulnerability and strength.

  Following the success of "Lost In Your Eyes", this new track from "Of Love And Sorrow", "Thrown Away" further establishes the band’s ability to craft music that balances melancholy with power, emotion with precision, and melody with intensity. The album, featuring 10 tracks blending Power Metal, Symphonic Metal, Melodic Death Metal, and cinematic influences, was mixed and mastered by Ettore Rigotti (Disarmonia Mundi) at The Metal House Studios, ensuring a rich, polished, and dynamic sound.

  Lay Of The Autumn continues to deliver a fresh yet familiar take on the symphonic metal genre, blending grand orchestrations with driving energy. With "Thrown Away" they offer listeners an emotional and powerful journey through their signature sound.

  Watch the official music video now and experience the next chapter of "Of Love And Sorrow"!

  Digital Single - https://lnk.to/8lIVcg2a

  Digital Album / CD - https://lnk.to/jR59oz

  More info: 
  Rockshots.eu
  https://www.facebook.com/layoftheautumnofficial
  https://www.instagram.com/layoftheautumnband

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• Streaming Now! TUMBLEWEED DEALER Invite You Into Their Lush Psychedelic Swamp With Full Stream Of “Dark Green”

  Feb 6, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Montreal, Canada's Tumbleweed Dealer is proud to present their monumental fourth album “Dark Green”. This marks the culmination of an eight-year journey for the band, resulting in their most ambitious and fully realized work to date. Listeners can now immerse themselves in all ten tracks of this genre-defying masterpiece, experiencing the album as it was intended - a complete, transformative journey through sound and emotion. The band comments:

  “We simply can’t wait to share this new album with everyone, from old fans, whose expectations we hope to obliterate, to potential new listeners who might be going in with absolutely no clue as to what they should expect. We strived to constantly contrast old sonorities with new tendencies. We layered influences over each other to create something original yet oddly nostalgic.”

  From the opening notes of “A Distant Figure In The Fog” to the closing moments of “A Soul Made Of Sludge”, “Dark Green” takes the listener on an unparalleled auditory adventure. Each track builds upon the last, creating a cohesive narrative that explores themes of nature, consciousness, and the human experience. The album's production quality shines throughout, with every instrument and effect meticulously placed to create a rich, enveloping soundscape.

  As you listen to the album stream, pay attention to the intricate details and hidden layers within each track. Tumbleweed Dealer has crafted “Dark Green” to be an album that reveals new secrets with each listen, much like revisiting a favorite film or novel. Let the music wash over you, and prepare to be transported to the lush, mysterious world of “Dark Green”, which will be especially intriguing to those with an interest in Opeth, Cynic, and Rush.

  Due out on February 7, 2025, "Dark Green" can be heard in full before its official release via its album stream premiere on TheProgSpace HERE.

  Recommended for fans of Elder, Ohm, Camel, Opeth, and Cynic, "Dark Green" is available for album pre-order at https://tumbleweeddealer420.bandcamp.com/album/dark-green

  Video - Dark Green - https://youtu.be/L73im_7hOWs

  ​Video - Ghosts Dressed In Weeds feat. Ceschi - https://youtu.be/E06a90W8hFo

   

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  Track Listing:​
  1. A Distant Figure In The Fog (2:52)
  2. Sparks Adrift In The Louisiana Nightsky (3:39)
  3. A Plant That Thinks It’s Human (3:34)
  4. Becoming One With The Bayou (3:19)
  5. Dragged Across The Wetlands (2:56)
  6. Dark Green (4:48)
  7. Ghosts Dressed In Weeds (5:31)
  8. Moss On The Mind (3:13)
  9. Body Of The Bog (6:34)
  10. A Soul Made Of Sludge (3:49)

  Album Recording Credits:​
  • All songs performed by: Tumbleweed Dealer
  • All songs written by: Tumbleweed Dealer
  • Produced by: Jean-Baptiste Joubaud
  • Mixed by: Jean-Baptiste Joubaud
  • Mastered by: Harris Newman
  • Album Artwork by: Glenn Le Calvez

  Album Band Line Up:​
  Seb Painchaud – Bass & Guitars
  Angelo Fata – Drums & Percussions
  Jean-Baptiste Joubaud – Synths & Programming

  Guest Musicians:​
  Antoine Baril – Mellotron, Hammond Organ & Keyboards on tracks 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9 & 10
  Guillaume Audette – Wurlitzer, Rhodes and Church Organ on tracks 8 & 10
  Jocelyn Couture – Trumpet & Flugel Horn on tracks 4, 5, 7 and 9
  Loïc Roy-Turgeon – Trombone on tracks 4 and 5
  Zach Strouse – Saxophone on track 6
  And special guest star Ceschi Ramos as himself on track 7

  More info: Facebook.com/TumbleweedDealer | X.com/westernhorror | Instagram.com/tumbleweeddealer | Spotify

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• Toronto Prog JUPITER HOLLOW Announces Ontario Dates + New Single / Video "Incivility"

  Feb 5, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

  NEWS RELEASE

  Montreal, QC - February 5, 2025

  Toronto Prog JUPITER HOLLOW Announces Ontario Dates + New Single / Video "Incivility"

  L-R - Nathaniel Reynolds-Welsh - Drums - Grant MacKenzie - Guitar, Kenny Parry - Vocals, John-Ryan Godfrey - Bass

  Toronto proggers Jupiter Hollow announces they will perform two Ontario show dates for March and April with more to be announced in the coming year (listed below). The band has been expanding their catalog with their latest single and music video "Incivility" (watch below) released this past November as they make progress on more music to be released in the coming months.

  Upcoming Shows:​
  March 29 – Guelph @ Red Papaya - info - w/ Derev, Crown For A King, +1 TBA
  April 12 – Brantford @ Brandi’s - info w/ Derev, +2 TBA

  Pushing from one horizon onto the next, Jupiter Hollow's growth has come a long way since making their debut as a duo in 2015. Led by the fearless Grant MacKenzie and Kenny Parry, this recording and songwriting powerhouse duo has transformed into a live quartet with the addition of John Ryan Godfrey (Bass) and Nathaniel Reynolds-Welsh (Drums).

  Advancing their unique brand of progressive rock/metal, the band's latest single "Incivility" serves as a bold statement, reflecting Jupiter Hollow’s evolution both sonically and thematically. With its intricate arrangements, evocative lyrics, and captivating visuals, the single is a testament to the band’s relentless dedication to pushing artistic boundaries.

  The band comments on the single:

  "At its core, Incivility reflects humanity's inner struggles, the relentless pursuit of purpose, and the emotional void created by modern distractions. The lyrics delve into themes of arrogance, wasted time, and the consequences of superficial existence, symbolized by "filming your bones"—a critique of documenting life rather than living it.

  The song wrestles with the tension between ambition and the emptiness of unmet expectations, asking hard questions: At what cost do we chase our dreams? and How do we reconcile purpose with the pressures we hide? The recurring imagery of the "yawning cage of wasted love" evokes a profound sense of entrapment, urging listeners to confront the emotional weight of past mistakes while seeking true fulfillment.

  Musically and lyrically, Incivility challenges listeners to reflect on their lives, embracing the discomfort of self-awareness while pushing forward with resilience. It’s both a cautionary tale and a call to action—demanding authenticity in a world that often values the opposite."

  Recommended for fans of Porcupine Tree, Coheed, and Cambria, Rush, and Protest The Hero.

  Spotify - https://spoti.fi/4g0cqSV

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  With thought-provoking lyrics, unique vocal melodies, harmonies, powerful guitar riffs, unyielded songwriting, and Jupiter Hollow’s incessant desire to bring fans on a journey, there’s always something new to explore. Thus far they have two full-length albums under their belts: 2020’s “Bereavement”, and 2018’s “AHDOMN”, and they have another one in the works. Planning to release more singles over the coming months, Jupiter Hollow will take the time to ensure a polished, impressive offerings song by song. The band wants nothing more than to make their art and share the experience with as many people as they can.

  More info: JupiterHollow.ca | Facebook | X | Instagram

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