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• MORNINGSTVR Unveils Black Metal “The Last Of The Northern Kingdoms” Music Video For New Album “A Fate Engraved” Out June 2025

  Mar 21, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

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  Following the announcement of his upcoming album “A Fate Engraved”, synth-based black metal artist Morningstvr has released the first single “The Last of the Northern Kingdoms”, and an accompanying music video. The nearly five-minute track showcases the Morningstvr’s signature blend of cold, atmospheric synths, thunderous drums, and anguished vocals that have become hallmarks of his distinctive sound. He comments on the single:

  “The Last of the Northern Kingdoms: is the lead song on this album, it gives reference to one of Tolkien’s works thus telling the story of my origins. This one stood out to me as the lead song because of its epic changes in the song, the emotion it gives along with how heavy it became as I finished writing it.”

  “The Last of the Northern Kingdoms” has overarching themes of medieval lore, ancient battles, and fallen empires. Sam Tchortov, the Russian American musician behind Morningstvr, crafts a narrative that bridges his previous work “In Memoriam of the Blvck Wind” with this new chapter in his “Unholy Trinity” saga. The visual aesthetic of the music video complements the music's frigid atmosphere, depicting desolate winter scapes and crumbling medieval architecture that reinforce the track's themes of lost glory and forgotten kingdoms.

  Drawing from his diverse influences including Darkthrone, Hulder, and JRR Tolkien's works, Tchortov has created a piece that stands as both a powerful single and an integral part of the larger narrative that “A Fate Engraved” aims to tell.

  Watch and listen to the music video for “The Last of the Northern Kingdoms” via its premiere on Metal-Rules HERE. ​

  “A Fate Engraved” is set for release on June 20, 2025.

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  Track Listing:​
  1. Beyond the Cold Wastes - 3:15
  2. Black Metal Wytch - 3:45
  3. Born to frolic in a Scandinavian Forest - 3:07
  4. When Mountains Behold Tombs of Nine - 4:01
  5. War Chant - 2:01
  6. The Last of the Northern Kingdoms - 4:47
  7. Dethroned - 4:09
  8. The Black Forest - 2:33
  9. Her Eyes in Winter Fog - 3:58
  10. Ride Forth, Knights of the Pale Moon - 4:05
  11. Funeral Moon - 4:32
  12. Whispers of a Nameless Fear 03:57
  Album Length: 44:15

  Album Credits:​
  Mastered by: Morningstvr
  Album artwork by: Carly Craft, Morningstvr
  Lineup: Morningstvr – Vocals, Synths, Guitars, Drums, Production
  LIVE Lineup: Morningstvr

  More info: https://linktr.ee/morningstvr​

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• AEXYLIUM Unveils Powerful Single For Title Track Off Upcoming Third Album “Myth Of Mankind” Out May 2025

  Mar 18, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Aexylium returns with “Myth of Mankind,” the electrifying title track from their highly anticipated third album, which will be released on May 23rd, 2025, from Rockshots Records. This song represents a defining moment for the Italian folk metal band, encapsulating their evolution with a dynamic blend of immersive orchestrations, technical riffs, and anthemic melodies.

  Merging the intensity of modern metal with the evocative power of folk instrumentation, Aexylium crafts a unique and amazing sound. "Myth of Mankind" perfectly exemplifies this fusion—combining epic arrangements, intricate guitar work, and the striking vocal interplay between frontman Sam Biganzoli and Arianna Bellinaso. The result is a track as cinematic as it is heavy, offering a fresh and modern take on folk metal while staying true to its melodic roots.

  For fans of Eluveitie, Korpiklaani, Amorphis, Folkstone, Alestorm, and Mago de Oz, this single is a must-listen. "Myth of Mankind" is not just a song—it’s a statement, showcasing Aexyllium at its most powerful and refined stage. The front cover has been designed by Gustavo Sazes (Angra, Soilwork, Dynazty, Epica). ​
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  ​LISTEN: https://lnk.to/XApTSY​
  ​ALBUM PRE-ORDER (Release Date May 23, 2025): https://lnk.to/koGz58

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  Track Listing:​
  1 - Fontes et Omnia
  2 - The Queen
  3 - Hexe
  4 - Into Oblivion
  5 - In Sorrow
  6 - Myth of Mankind
  7 - Eclissi
  8 - Wild Hunt
  9 - Surrender
  10 - Northern Lights
  11 – Eternity
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  ​BAND LINEUP​
  SAM BIGANZOLI – Vocals
  ARIANNA BELLINASO – Vocals
  FABIO BUZZAGO – Guitar
  LUCA PERRONE – Guitar
  GABRIELE CACOCCIOLA – Bass
  ALBERTO MEZZANOTTE – Drums
  FEDERICO BONOLDI – Violin
  LEANDRO PESSINA – Flute
  STEFANO COLOMBO - Keyboards
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  ​ALBUM CREDITS:​
  Main Music Composer: Fabio Buzzago
  Lyrics: Fabio Buzzago, Gabriele Cacocciola, Samuele Biganzoli
  Orchestrations: Fabio Buzzago, Stefano Colombo
  Production: Davide Tavecchia, Buzzago Fabio, Stefano Colombo, Alberto Bernasconi
  Recording, Mixing, Mastering: Davide Tavecchia (Twilight Studio)
  Graphics: Gustavo Sazes

  ABOUT:

  Aexylium was formed in 2014 in Italy, merging the distinctive sound of traditional instruments with the modern intensity of metal.

  The band has performed at many renowned European festivals including Dong Open Air, Tanzt!, Mead & Greed, Montelago Celtic Festival, Malpaga Folk & Metal, Druidia, and more. During these events, Aexylium shared the stage with several notable bands such as Blind Guardian, Elvenking, Wind Rose, Týr, Vision Divine, Furor Gallico, Temperance, and others.

  Their debut album, ‘Tales From This Land’ (2018), was released through Underground Symphony Records. It was recorded at Twilight Studio by Davide Tavecchia and mastered by Simone Mularoni (Elvenking, DGM, Secret Sphere, etc).

  In 2021, Aexylium signed a deal with Rockshots Records for their second album, ‘The Fifth Season’. The album was recorded at Twilight Studio with the artwork designed by Jan Yrlund of Darkgrove Design (Testament, Manowar, Korpiklaani). To date, the band has released six music videos as singles.

  Compared to the last studio album, the band has welcomed Alberto Mezzanotte (drums), Luca Perrone (Guitar), and the frontman Sam Biganzoli into its lineup.

  Aexylium’s partners include Solar Guitars, Footblaster, Liuteria Cocopelli, and Firebird Strumenti Musicali.

  AexyliumLine Up:​
  ​Sam Biganzoli: vocals
  ​Arianna Bellinaso: vocals
  ​Gabriele Cacocciola: bass
  ​Federico Bonoldi: violin
  ​Alberto Mezzanotte: drums
  ​Fabio Buzzago: guitars
  ​Luca Perrone: guitars
  ​Leandro Pessina: flute
  ​Stefano Colombo: keyboards

  More info: ​
  ​https://www.rockshots.eu​
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  ​FOLLOW:​
  ​https://www.instagram.com/aexylium_official​
  ​https://www.facebook.com/aexylium​

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• SIEGE PERILOUS Launches Kickstarter For Concept Album "Becoming the Dragon" ft. Guests Fabio Lione and Kristin Starkey

  Mar 17, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Unveiling their monumental musical odyssey and EP “Creation’s Call” in August 2024, Denver's fantasy power metal warriors Siege Perilous unveil plans for their first full-length album.

  Entitled "Becoming the Dragon," the album is the band's biggest and most ambitious work yet—a cinematic, narrative journey set in a world of warriors, dragons, and destiny. To help Siege Perilous unleash this epic power metal story, the band enlisted two of the most epic voices in the genre: Fabio Lione (Angra, ex-Rhapsody of Fire), a legendary power metal voice, and Kristin Starkey (Twilight Force, Temperance), the powerful contralto who brings her operatic touch to the tale.

  A single narrative power metal opera from start to finish, "Becoming the Dragon" is centered around the Child of Prophecy, the hero who slays the dragon, played by Fabio Lione, but then comes to question whether he is truly a hero or simply a pawn of an ancient prophecy. After a journey of self-discovery that takes him across a vast fantasy world he, aided by the mystic Sorceress (Kristin Starkey), takes on the forces of destiny itself to forge a new future.

  To bring this concept record to life, Siege Perilous is using Kickstarter and, once again, enlisting the help of power metal fans.

  Vocalist Shaughnessy McDaniel comments:

  "After the incredible reception we received for 'Creation's Call', we couldn't wait to bring people what they had been asking for, a full-length album. We are so excited and blown away that we get to work with the legendary Fabio Lione and the absurdly talented Kristin Starkey to bring this fun yet meaningful fantasy story to life, and Kickstarter is such a great way to help an up-and-coming band like Siege Perilous maximize this opportunity. The dream for this album is big! And while we are self-funding about half of it, we need some help to bring this full epic vision to life and to reach its full potential. Heroes of power! Warriors of metal! Keepers of the flame! Join us on an epic quest!"

  Check out the exclusive rewards you can receive with your Kickstarter pledges, from Vinyl to classic rewards like CDs, t-shirts, and stickers to a few fun experiences by Siege Perilous.

  "If you’ve ever wanted a power metal anthem written about your DnD Campaign, a favorite fantasy story, or a historical epic, now is your opportunity to bring those stories to life with a custom hand-crafted power metal track. This and many other cool rewards can be yours and 100% of the profits from this campaign will go into the production and promotion of “Becoming the Dragon.” We have many stretch goals including enhancing our vinyl, filming great music videos, and more! Thank you for contributing and helping us summon this fantasy into being. Share the campaign, spread the word and together we will continue to keep the dream of heavy metal burning bright!" adds McDaniel.

  Siege Perilous Kickstarter "Becoming the Dragon" link at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/siegeperilous/siege-perilous-becoming-the-dragon-lp-feat-fabio-lione​

  "Becoming the Dragon" Kickstarter Video

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  More info: Siegemetal.com | Facebook.com/siegeband | Instagram.com/siegeperilousmetal | Tiktok.com/@siegemetal​

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• Canadian Power Thrash PHEAR's New Lyric Video Reigns In A "New World Error" Off New Album "Save Our Souls" (Produced by Jon Howard (Threat Signal)) Out Now!

  Mar 14, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

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  Montreal, QC - March 14, 2025

  Canadian Power Thrash PHEAR's New Lyric Video Reigns In A "New World Error"

  New Album "Save Our Souls" (Produced by Jon Howard (Threat Signal)) Out Now!

  Live Lineup - PHEAR - Alex Zubair - Guitar, Pat Rogers - Guitar, Chris Boshis - Bass Guitar / Backing Vocals, Andrew Suarez - Drums, Patrick Mulock - Vocals

  Canadian power thrashers PHEAR have a new lyric video to reign in the "New World Error". The track is off their second full-length album "Save Our Souls", which was unleashed this past February from Golden Robot Records.

  "New World Error" is a musical and lyrical statement on all the terrible atrocities going on in the world today.

  "Humans are sometimes the plague of humanity." adds the band.

  Watch and listen to "New World Error" via its premiere on MetalAddcist HERE. ​

  Produced, mixed, and mastered by Jon Howard (Threat Signal), Phear's sophomore album "Save Our Souls" can be best described as their heaviest offering to date and follows the award-winning album “Instanitarium” (2019), and the critically acclaimed EP “The Curse Lives On” (2020).

  Extremely passionate, and driven, along with their arena-caliber sound, PHEAR is always thinking of new ways to entertain its fans, and "Save Our Souls" is no exception. Mostly written during the dark times of COVID-19, the record has taken four years to complete. Led by Patrick Mulock and producer Jon Howard in the studio, each musician was pushed hard to get the best out of each of them and they delivered.

  "We had a lot of time to craft these songs. We didn’t have any time restraints. We would go into the studio and do three songs at a time. We were very excited to work with Jon Howard (Threat Signal) again. Jon is the sixth member of Phear. The studio experience was great as we fed off each other's ideas. We pushed each other to get the best performances we could. There are NO FILLERS here. Seven String guitars have played a big part in this. Our sound has grown. The bass guitar on this album is HUGE! The drumming from Mike Harshaw was also very aggressive. If you were to ask me now… This is the heaviest Phear has ever been… for now lol!" adds Mulock.

  A listening experience of thrash, prog, and classic metal elements, PHEAR offers a strong balance from infectious choruses to melodic and growling vocals for true heavy metal nostalgia. Their two previous singles, the album's title track and "Snake" are sure to make fans throw up their hail horns and headbang with a sore neck. Plus the band offers up their cover version of Nevermore's "Narcosynthesis".

  PHEAR features Patrick Mulock (Lead Vocals) (Eidolon, Rampage), Pat Rogers (Lead & Rhythm Guitars) (Profaner- 2016 Wacken Metal Battle Canada Champions), Alex Zubair (Lead & Rhythm Guitars) (Burn to Black, Nadar Sadek, Iomair, Nephelium), Andrew Suarez (Drums) (Fatality, The Slyde - 2023 Wacken Metal Battle Canada Champions) and Chris Boshis (Bass) (Conflicted).

  Throughout their existence, PHEAR has had the honour of opening for German metal legend UDO DIRSCHNEIFER, THE DEAD DAISIES, and STRYPER, along with performing on a pre-show for icons and heroes IRON MAIDEN in 2019 in Toronto at Budweiser Stage.

  Recommended for fans of Iron Maiden, Megadeth, Judas Priest, Dream Theater (prog elements), and Metallica, PHEAR's latest album "Save Our Souls", released on February 13th, 2025, is available from Golden Robot Records at the following link (Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon) - https://orcd.co/save-our-souls​​

  Track Listing​
  1. Aftershock (5:11)
  2. Save Our Souls (6:39)
  3. Snake (5:26)
  4. Narcosynthesis* (5:29) (*Nevermore Cover)
  5. New World Error (5:11)
  6. Lease on Life (7:02)
  7. Bleed (7:57)
  8. On Thin Ice (8:20)
  9. Delusions (Live) 6:45)
  Album Length: 58:03

  Album Credits:​
  All songs performed by: Phear
  All songs written by: Phear
  *excluding “Narcosynthesis” Written by Nevermore
  Produced by: Jon Howard and Phear
  Mixed by: Jon Howard and Phear
  Mastered by: Jon Howard (Woodward Avenue Studios)
  Album Artwork for “Save Our Souls”: Drake Mefestta
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  Recording Band Line Up:​
  Patrick Mulock - Lead Vocals
  Chris Boshis - Bass Guitars, Backing Vocals
  Alex Zubair - Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar
  Pat Rogers - Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar
  Mike Harshaw - Drums

  Live Band Line Up​
  Patrick Mulock - Lead Vocals
  Chris Boshis - Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals
  Alex Zubair - Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar
  Pat Rogers - Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar
  Andrew Suarez - Drums

  More info:​
  ​https://phearofficial.com​
  ​https://www.facebook.com/phearband​
  ​https://www.instagram.com/spreadthephear​

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• AITTALA Drops New Single "Myself Deceived" Off Upcoming Album Machines Out April 2025 on Exitus Stratagem Records

  Mar 13, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Eclectic doom metal powerhouse AITTALA is unveiling the first single "Myself Deceived" off their highly anticipated album "Machines", set to drop on April 17, 2025, via Exitus Strategem Records.

  Listen at the following links:

  Digital (Spotify) - https://hypeddit.com/aittala/myselfdeceived​

  The songs on "Machines" were originally written and demoed between 1990 and 1997 on an analog 4-track cassette recorder. Now, Aittala has revived these tracks, preserving their raw essence while enhancing them with modern production techniques. The album offers a nostalgic yet powerful experience, blending early progressive metal influences with storytelling-driven lyrics. While showcasing a distinct style from their recent works, "Machines" stays true to Aittala’s signature heavy, immersive sound.

  Formed in 1991 in Holland, Aittala quickly gained recognition in the Dutch metal scene, opening for bands like THE GATHERING and SADIST. After a hiatus, frontman Eric Aittala resurrected the band in 2008, leading to six full-length albums: Bed of Thorns (2009), Haunt Your Flesh (2011), Effigy (2014), American Nightmare (2016), False Pretenses (2019), Live to Regret (2022).

  Now, with "Machines," AITTALA boldly steps into the past, bringing long-lost tracks to life with a modern, crushing edge.

  This dynamic duo of Eric Aittala (Guitars/Vocals) and Gary ‘Zeus’ Smith (Drums) (THE FIFTH, ex-MR BLACKWELL) continues to write, record, and tour, bringing their distinct brand of heavy, immersive metal to fans worldwide.

  Album pre-save (due out April 17, 2025) - https://hypeddit.com/aittala/machines​

  Track Listing:​
  1. Machines - 7:31
  2. Myself Deceived - 6:24
  3. Misery - 6:53
  4. To Know the Man - 4:51
  5. Machines (Prologue) - 2:32
  6. Machines (Epilogue) - 5:03
  Album Length: 33:15

  For more info: Exsrmusic.com | Aittala.com | Facebook.com/aittalamusic | Instagram.com/aittalamusic | Spotify

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