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• Finland's AITHEER's Debut Album "The Serpent" Pushes Boundaries of Extreme w/ Prog and Cinematic Depth

  Feb 21, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Rockshots Records is proud to announce the release of "The Serpent", the highly anticipated debut full-length album from Aitheer, set to arrive today February 21st, 2025. Following their 2020 EP "Sleeper", the Finnish progressive metal band expands its sonic vision with an album that pushes boundaries, blending extreme metal intensity with intricate progressive arrangements and cinematic depth.

  Formed in 2017 by Niko Löfman (vocals, guitars), Antton Kasslin (drums) and Roope Kytölä (bass), Aitheer has evolved from a jam-based project into one of Finland’s most daring progressive acts. "The Serpent" represents a culmination of years of musical exploration, recorded, mixed, and mastered by Harri Petjakko at Studio UG in Finland between 2020 and 2024. The album’s sound is vast and unpredictable, combining black metal aggression, jazz-infused complexity, classical influences, and ethereal ambient textures into a singular, ever-shifting experience.

  At its core, "The Serpent" is a theatrical and immersive journey, moving through moments of chaos and serenity, heaviness, and melody, all bound by Aitheer’s uncompromising artistic vision. Tracks like "The Dance of Twins" exemplify the band’s ability to weave extreme metal with folk-inspired acoustic passages and jazz-laden saxophone solos, while pieces such as "Law" blend haunting piano arrangements with explosive, math-rock-inspired climaxes. Instrumental interludes like "Prologue", "East" and "Flame" introduce rich atmospheric elements, adding depth and contrast to the album’s progressive structures.

  For fans of Meshuggah, The Ocean, King Crimson, and Vangelis, "The Serpent" offers a challenging yet deeply rewarding listening experience that defies categorization. The band embraces a cinematic approach, creating an album that flows like a soundtrack—each track unfolding with unpredictable twists, rich textures, and emotional depth.

  With its genre-bending sound and fearless composition, "The Serpent" is more than just a debut—it is a statement. Aitheer solidifies its place among the most forward-thinking acts in progressive metal, delivering an album that demands exploration and rewards those willing to embark on its sonic journey.

  "The Serpent" will be available on all streaming platforms and in physical formats from February 21st, 2025 via Rockshots Records.

  Album Order - https://rockshots.eu/products/aitheer-the-serpent-cd​

  Digital (Spotify, Apple Music) - https://lnk.to/zPFXXP

  Single Stream- "The Serpent" - https://youtu.be/VOz76T4xOWA

  YouTube Album Stream - ​https://bit.ly/3EJrua8

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  Track Listing:​
  1. Prologue
  2. The Dance of Twins
  3. East
  4. Law
  5. Clairvoyance
  6. The Serpent
  7. Flame

  Band Lineup:​
  Niko Löfman: Vocals (studio, live), Guitar (studio, live), Bass (studio), Keyboards (studio)
  Lassi Enqvist: Guitar (studio, live), Keyboards (studio)
  Toni Paananen: Drums (studio, live) / Toni Paananen - Drums (studio, live)
  Andrea Ferrantelli: Bass (live)

  Album Artwork Credits:​
  Art of the front cover painted by Iiris Astraya.
  Graphic Design by Jarmo Sainio.
  Photography by Niko Löfman, Lassi Enqvist, Roope Kytölä, Andrea Ferrantelli, and Anssi Kippo.
  Logo by Niko Löfman.

  ​For more info:

  ​https://www.rockshots.eu​
  ​https://www.facebook.com/Aitheer

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• SERPENTYNE's New Album “Tales From The Dark” + New Video "Run For Your Life"

  Feb 16, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

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  Out now! Serpentyne unleashes their highly anticipated new album "Tales From The Dark", a bold evolution of their symphonic metal sound. The album refines its signature fusion of orchestral grandeur and modern metal intensity, weaving together fast-paced, cinematic compositions with powerful vocal harmonies. Fans of Nightwish, Within Temptation, and Eluveitie will find themselves immersed in a dynamic and evocative listening experience.
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  The road to "Tales From The Dark" has been paved with an electrifying single that introduced listeners to the album’s rich sonic universe. The first glimpse came with "Prophetess of Dreams", a hard-hitting and fast-paced track that set the stage with machine-gun guitar riffs and an ominous tale of fate and destiny. Now, the album release is accompanied by the focus track "Run For Your Life", a relentless and high-energy anthem that captures urgency and fear through a powerful mix of 8-string guitar work, soaring vocals, and layered orchestration. This song encapsulates the cinematic intensity of Serpentyne’s evolved sound, pulling listeners into a desperate chase for survival.

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  ​With "Tales From The Dark", Serpentyne solidifies its place at the forefront of the symphonic metal scene, delivering an album that is heavier, darker, and more dynamic than ever before.

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  ​"Tales From The Dark" is available now as of February 14, 2025, on all major streaming platforms and in physical format at the following links:

  Digital - https://lnk.to/talesfromthedark​

  CD pre-order - https://rockshots.eu/products/serpentyne-tales-from-the-dark-cd​

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  Track Listing:​
  1. Prophetess of Dreams
  2. Into The Night
  3. Dangerous Mind
  4. Ghosts of Times Past
  5. Run for Your Life
  6. Evil From Within
  7. Dreamer
  8. Seance
  9. March of Death
  10. Promised Land

  Album Credits:​
  Maggiebeth Sand - Lead Vocals
  Nigel Middleton - Bass and Vocals
  Lee Willmer - Guitars
  John Haithwaite - Keyboards
  Marco - Drums
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  Recorded by Maggiebeth Sand, Lee Willmer and John Haithwaite
  Produced and arranged by Serpentyne
  Mixed and Mastered by Justin Hill
  Front cover Artwork by Harley Velasquez
  Digipack & booklet design by Maggiebeth Sand

  ​More info:​
  Label: https://www.rockshots.eu​
  Website: https://www.serpentyne.com​
  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Serpentyneofficial​
  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serpentyneofficial

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• "Drink Some More!" w/ VALLORCH's Music Video of Galloping Riffs & Triumphant Choruses For New Album "The Circle" Out March 2025

  Feb 7, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Vallorch continues their journey into the world of folk and symphonic metal with their latest single, "Drink Some More!", a raucous celebration of music, camaraderie, and revelry. Taken from their upcoming album "The Circle", out next March 14th, 2025 from RockShots Records, this track embodies the band’s signature blend of folk traditions and symphonic grandeur delivering an irresistibly energetic and immersive experience.

  With galloping rhythms, soaring melodies, and powerful folk instrumentation, "Drink Some More!" brings the listener straight into the heart of an ancient, fire-lit revelry. The combination of driving riffs, triumphant choruses, and spirited flute melodies captures the essence of Vallorch’s sound—balancing the raw energy of folk metal with the epic atmospheres of symphonic and power metal. The song is a perfect example of the band’s evolution, refining the elements introduced in "Neverfade" (2013) and "Until Our Tale Is Told" (2017) into a polished, dynamic, and immersive sonic experience.

  Lyrically, the song draws from Alpine folklore and ancient traditions celebrating the timeless ritual of gathering together to share stories, drinks, and moments of uninhibited joy. "Drink Some More!" invites listeners to let go of worries, embrace the present, and lose themselves in a whirlwind of melody and rhythm.
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  ​Vallorch is also thrilled to announce the release of the official music video for "Drink Some More!", visually bringing to life the song’s vibrant energy and celebratory spirit. This video perfectly complements the track’s infectious atmosphere, immersing viewers in the amazing and high-energy world that Vallorch has crafted with its music.

  Fans of Eluveitie, Alestorm, Wind Rose, and Korpiklaani will find much to love in Vallorch’s vibrant fusion of folk instrumentation and symphonic power. This track is a call to revelry, a toast to the enduring spirit of folk metal, and a preview of the grand musical landscapes that "The Circle" promises to unveil.

  Raise your glass, let the music take over, and "Drink Some More!" with Vallorch as they prepare to unleash their most refined and exhilarating work to date.

   

  Digital Single - https://lnk.to/0GbDTM​

  Album Pre-Order / Save - "The Circle" - Out March 14, 2025 - https://lnk.to/sbWpoP​​

  Track Listing:​
  1. To the Silver Summit - 3:53
  2. Hellpath - 3:52
  3. Circle of the Moon - 3:34
  4. Drink Some More! - 3:42
  5. Antermoia - 5:00
  6. Röte Löon - 4:39
  7. Salbanéo - 3:59
  8. The Wild One - 4:10
  9. Dyssomnia - 9:08
  Album Length: 42:01

  ABOUT:​
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  ​VALLORCH was born in December 2010, when Marco Munari (NewSun), Matteo Patuelli (Alzhagoth), and Massimo Benetazzo came up with the idea right after attending a concert together. Inspired by the energy and spirit of the event, they decided to form their own band, and the name VALLORCH—taken from a small Cimbrian village on the Cansiglio plateau—was quickly chosen as a tribute to their cultural roots.

  For the first year, VALLORCH experimented with different sounds and musicians, searching for the right lineup. By January 2012, the group solidified with the addition of vocalist/flutist Sara, vocalist/bassist Leonardo Dalla Via, multi-instrumentalist Andrea ‘Demetrio’ Rampin (playing tin whistle, bagpipes, accordion), and violinist Francesco Salviato. This seven-member ensemble debuted live in March 2012, promoting their newly released EP Stories of North. Their captivating blend of folk metal quickly gained traction, earning them recognition in the Italian scene and leading to performances at events like Fosch Fest, where they opened for major bands.

  However, the summer of 2012 brought changes. Violinist Francesco parted ways with the band, and Martina Mezzalira took his place. Around the same time, VALLORCH signed a record deal with Moonlight Records and entered the studio to work on their first full-length album. Released in 2013, Neverfade was met with critical and fan acclaim, blending fast-paced, melodic jigs with guttural and clean vocals, alongside powerful death metal riffs. This success landed them performances at major international festivals like Metaldays.

  2014 saw further lineup shifts. Andrea Demetrio Rampin left the band, replaced by Paolo Pesce on accordion, hurdy-gurdy, and keyboards. Meanwhile, vocalist Sara took over tin whistle and bagpipe duties. Founding member Matteo Patuelli also stepped down, making way for guitarist Mattia Buggin to join. Despite these changes, VALLORCH pressed forward, embarking on their first European tour with Artaius. They played in Germany, Czechia, France, Belgium, and Slovakia, culminating in a performance opening for Mägo de Oz at the Metal for Emergency festival.

  Later that year, they returned to the studio to record their second full-length album, Until Our Tale Is Told (2015). The album reflected the band’s growing compositional maturity and led to more festival appearances and live shows over the next two years.

  In 2016, Riccardo Gianni briefly joined the band as a violinist, performing at several major local festivals. However, by 2019, the band was once again at a crossroads. After a series of lineup changes and creative challenges, founding member Marco Munari decided to leave the group. The remaining members—Massimo, Sara, Leo, Mattia, and Marco—faced a difficult choice: either disband or evolve. They chose to reinvent themselves as a five-piece band.

  The global restrictions from 2020 to 2022 made live performances difficult, but the band used this time to focus on writing new material. By 2023, VALLORCH returned to the stage, opening for renowned acts like Alestorm, Wind Rose, and Rhapsody Of Fire.

  Now, in 2025, VALLORCH is set to release their highly anticipated new album, "The Circle", marking a triumphant return. Reborn from the ashes of their former selves, they are ready to take the world by storm once again.

  Vallorch Line Up:​
  ​Sara Tacchetto: vocals, choirs, tin whistle, bagpipe
  ​Leonardo Dalla Via: vocals, harsh vocals, choirs, bass, programming
  ​Marco Povolo: vocals, choirs, keyboards, bouzouki, programming
  ​Massimo Benetazzo: Drums
  ​Mattia Buggin: electric and acoustic guitars
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  ​Guests:

  Serena Zucco (Adgarios): violin
  ​Glorya Lyr (Eard): Celtic harp in “Antermoia”

  More info: ​
  ​https://www.rockshots.eu​
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  ​FOLLOW:​
  ​https://www.instagram.com/vallorch_official/​
  ​https://www.facebook.com/vallorch​

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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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• Streaming Now! Prog Collective LUNAR Unveils Groundbreaking Concept Album “Tempora Mutantur”

  Jan 30, 2025 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Sacramento, USA’s progressive metal pioneers LUNAR are set to release their most ambitious project to date, “Tempora Mutantur” on January 31, 2025. A meticulously crafted concept album that explores the intricate passages of time, personal transformation, and emotional landscapes, the record represents a milestone in the band's continuing musical evolution. They comment on the release:

  “We’re very excited to present our new album “Tempora Mutantur” to the world! This album is more thematic rather than conceptual like the last album. This album deals with something everyone can relate to and no one can escape: the passing of time. As we get older, our perspective changes, we gain some things, and lose others… sometimes the things and ones we love. And we struggle and fight along the way.”

  Lunar hopes that fans will be able to resonate with the album and find some solace in it as it is highly relatable to the theme of time passing. Continued and driven by drummer and primary songwriter Alex Bosson (Helion Prime, Planeswalker) after the passing of co-band founder Ryan Erwin in 2018, the album is the result of a deeply personal and introspective creative process.

  The album's eight tracks weave a complex narrative that explores themes of seasonal change as metaphors for personal growth, mental health, and the passage of time. From the opening track to the three-part title suite that closes the album, Lunar demonstrates its unique ability to transform personal struggles into universal musical statements that resonate with listeners on multiple levels. The album is recommended for fans of Haken, Tool, and Porcupine Tree.

  Listen to the album stream premiere of “Tempora Mutantur” via Decibel Magazine HERE.

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  Lunar's fresh lineup features guitarists Carlos Alvarez and Connor McCray (Vis Mystica) along with keyboardist Anthony Stahl plus album guests Wayne Ingram (Wildrun), Joe Gullace (Thank You Scientist), and Sam Vallen (Caligula's Horse).

  A studio project since first conceived in 2014, LUNAR will make its live debut next year at the 2025 Hyperspace Metal Festival in Vancouver, BC, Canada on April 11th. Info here.

  LUNAR's "Tempora Mutantur" will be available from Saibot Reigns Records as of January 31st, 2025.

  Album pre-order - http://lunarbandofficial.bandcamp.com/​

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  (Album Artwork by Ed Bosson)

  Track Listing:​
  1. A Summer To Forget – 6:37
  2. Fall Back Into Old Habits – 11:16 ft. guest guitar solo by Wayne Ingram (Wilderun)
  3. Seasonal Interlude – 4:47
  4. Weakening Winter Touch – 8:46
  5. Spring In My Step – 7:26
  6. Tempora Mutantur: Part I – Passage of Time – 3:12 ft. guest guitar solo by Sam Vallen (Caligula's Horse)
  7. Tempora Mutantur: Part II – Broken Pendulum – 3:47
  8. Tempora Mutantur: Part III – Watch The Weather Change – 4:51
  Album Length: 50:45

  Album Credits:​
  Performance and Writing credits - full info HERE.
  Produced by: Alex Bosson
  Mixed by: Carlos Alvarez
  Mastered by: Tony Lindgren

  Album Main Lineup:​
  Chandler Mogel – Clean Vocals
  Brian Lewis – Growl Vocals
  Carlos Alvarez – Rhythm Guitar
  Connor McCray – Lead Guitar
  Ryan Price – Bass
  Alex Bosson – Drums
  Anthony Stahl – Keyboards

  Live Lineup:​
  Chandler Mogel – Clean Vocals
  Brian Lewis – Growl Vocals
  Jordan Price – Guitars
  Ryan Price – Bass
  Alex Bosson - Drums

  For more info: Facebook.com/lunarbandofficial | Instagram.com/lunarbandofficial | X.com/LunarBandOffcl | Spotify

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