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• CHAIN CODE's Spacey, Progressive Debut Album “Synthetic Outcomes”

  Oct 1, 2024 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Chain Code, the progressive rock project from Milwaukee, USA, is now officially reeling their debut album, “Synthetic Outcomes”, which will hurtle listeners through time and space as they go on a sonic journey through a dystopian future where technology has overtaken humanity, blending complex melodies, dissonant chords, and thought-provoking lyrics into a cohesive and immersive experience. Mastermind MuRphry shares his thoughts on the album:

  “I am pleased to finally unleash this labor of love. I started this project in 2022 and manically wrote two albums, fixated on creating paranoid yet beautiful progressive rock to express my enjoyment of dystopian science fiction that sees humanity losing its very essence to machines. The initial point musically was to have Adrian Belew join Voivod in my bizarro musical mind. I encourage any weirdo to put on a set of headphones and take a trip to our future with the chaotic elegance that is Chain Code!”

  Each track on the concept album offers a unique perspective on the overarching theme of the consequences of humanity’s overreliance on technology. From the frantic energy of the opening track “Human(kind of)” to the haunting beauty of “In Line” Chain Code masterfully balances chaos and harmony, creating a sound that is both challenging and rewarding.

  “Synthetic Outcomes” invites listeners to immerse themselves in a world where technology has the upper hand, but the future is still uncertain. It is recommended for fans of progressive rock, sci-fi themes, King Crimson, and Talking Heads.

  Listen to “Synthetic Outcomes” at the following links:

  Spotify - https://spoti.fi/4enVncZ​

  Bandcamp - https://chaincode.bandcamp.com/album/synthetic-outcomes​

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  Track Listing:​
  1. Human(kind of) (8:12)
  2. A New Face (4:42)
  3. They’re NOT Mad Scientists (4:16)
  4. Unlearn (6:18)
  5. My Buddy (3:54)
  6. Inadequate (4:27)
  7. Junk Piles and Their Lonely Owners (5:16)
  8. Reaching Out (7:02)
  9. In Line (8:00)

  More info: Facebook.com/ChainCodeBand

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• Ophidian Memory Unleashes New Melodic Death Album “Carrion Lord”

  Sep 27, 2024 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Melodic death metal project Ophidian Memory, the brainchild of Blake Lamoureux, is set to release its latest album “Carrion Lord” on September 27th, 2024. Ophidian Memory, hailing from Des Moines, USA, is known for its innovative approach to metal, using melodic death metal as a foundation to incorporate elements of black metal, thrash, progressive metal, and metalcore. “Carrion Lord" continues this tradition, offering a heavier and more unrelenting sound compared to its predecessor “Our Shattered Garden”. Lamoureux comments:

  “Carrion Lord is the most ambitious and brutal Ophidian Memory release to date. The lyrics portray themes of deception, sacrifice, undreamt horror, and war. Musically the death and black metal notches have been turned all the way up, while the progressive notch has been turned down greatly until late in the album, giving a reprieve to the listener for a slight moment until the record ultimately closes with a ripping epic finishing track.”

  The album is best experienced as a front-to-back listening journey, with each track offering a unique blend of subgenres that keeps the listener engaged throughout. Lyrically, “Carrion Lord” delves deeper into the fictional universe of “Existence”, a dark fantasy epic created by Lamoureux that has become the cornerstone of Ophidian Memory's conceptual approach.

  On this album, Ophidian Memory has moved away from the progressive metal feel, choosing to take on a darker and heavier tone which reflects the brutal narrative this time around. Expect lots of unhinged vocals, riffs for days, and oppressive drums. For those who love extreme metal of all decades, in the vein of The Black Dahlia Murder, Behemoth, and Blood Red Throne, this one's for you.

  “Carrion Lord” is available at the following links:

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  Bandcamp - https://ophidianmemory.bandcamp.com/​

  Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3BiMNxv​

  Track Listing:​
  1. The Mausoleum - (5:13)
  2. Hunger Of Your Deceased Deity - (4:52)
  3. A Jewel In Grocinia - (5:23)
  4. Fleshbinding Ritual- (4:08)
  5. Carrion Lord - (5:19)
  6. The Murder On Warforged Soil - (6:17)
  7. Hollowed - (3:50)
  8. Sculptors Of Seraphic Tributes- (11:14)
  9. Kept From Dust - (4:22)
  10. Bloodborne - (4:40)

  More Info: https://www.instagram.com/ophidianmemory/​

   

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• BornBroken’s New Album “Am I Invisible” Brings Forth Empowering Anthems Through Life's Highs And Lows

  Sep 21, 2024 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Montreal, Canada’s BornBroken unleashes their latest album “Am I Invisible” as of September 20, 2024. The third full-length can be heard at the following links:

  Bandcamp - https://bornbroken.bandcamp.com​

  Digital - https://ffm.to/785376b4ad1c4c7e8b394d6c59d215c6

  BornBroken members reflect on the creative journey and the deep themes explored in their new work:

  “We wanted to create something raw and real. Creating 'Am I Invisible' was an intense and rewarding process. This album is incredibly personal for all of us. We poured our hearts into every beat, every note. It’s a journey through our highs and lows.”

  Musically, “Am I Invisible” allowed BornBroken to experiment with their roots in metal and its structures. They aimed to blend heavy, aggressive riffs with melodic elements to create a dynamic listening experience. From the relentless march of time in “Time Pays No Respect” to the existential questions in the title track, every song is a piece of their collective soul and they are proud of how the extreme music complements the powerful lyrics.

  BornBroken is excited to share “Am I Invisible” with the world and invites everyone to experience the raw emotion and powerful messages encapsulated in their latest work. They are especially recommended for fans of Chimaira, Machine Head, and Slipknot.

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  Track Listing:​
  1. Time Pays No Respect - 5:04
  2. Am I Invisible - 3:54
  3. Will You Remember - 4:03
  4. How Strong You Are - 4:41
  5. Conflicting Lies - 5:09
  6. Scabs & Scars - 3:36
  7. 7 Mondays - 4:00
  8. Fold - 6:30
  9. Age of Anger - 5:23
  10. The Day I Die Inside - 5:07
  Album Length: 47:31

  BornBroken Album Lineup​
  Mike Marino (Bass)
  Michael Decker (Vocals/ All Guitars)
  Carlos Ojeda (Drums)

  BornBroken live and Official New Lineup​
  Mike Marino (Bass)
  Michael Decker (Vocals/Guitar)
  Carlos Ojeda (Drums)
  Rob Henx (Lead Guitar) Newest member after recording

  More info: BrokenMusic.ca | Facebook.com/BornBroken | X.com/bornbroken | Instagram.com/bornbrokenofficial

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• HELEVORN Release Dark And Gloomy New Doom Metal Album “Espectres”

  Sep 14, 2024 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

   

  Mallorca, Spain's renowned doom metal band Helevorn is now dropping their fifth studio album, “Espectres” which promises to deliver a gloomy, gothic, and doomy metal listening experience. Following significant line-up changes over the past three years, Helevorn has emerged stronger and more creative than ever. The band enlisted the talents of Sebastià Barceló (Trallery) for drum recordings, adding a new dynamic to their sound. This album represents a slight departure from Helevorn's previous work, with new guitarist Alex composing 60% of the material. Fans can expect the familiar atmospheric and emotional depth Helevorn is known for, but with a rawer, more technical edge. The band shares the details behind the album:

  “This album is based on Hauntology, described first by Jaques Derrida and after by the philosopher Mark Fisher. He wrote “The Ghosts of My Life”, an amazing book where he describes the ‘slow cancellation of future’, and a lot of great concepts about the specters and the absences. How they make us what we really are. Is a fantastic concept to write a Doom Metal album isn't it?”

  While still rooted in their self-coined “Mediterranean Doom” style, this album leans more heavily into pure doom and metal elements. The band promises a less epic, less folk-influenced sound, focusing instead on the core essence of doom metal. Helevorn thinks it can be an intense experience for those who want to connect something very emotional and very philosophic with dark and gloomy music.

  Helevorn will be embarking on an extensive live tour, after the release of the album. Those with an interest in Paradise Lost, My Dying Bride, and Draconian, will appreciate the art that they are creating

  Due out on September 13, 2024, from Meuse Music Records, “Espectres” is available for album order (Vinyl/CD) at http://www.helevorn.com/shop | Helevornofficial.bandcamp.com​

  Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3B4grGV​

   

  Track Listing:​
  1. Inherit the Stars (6:36)
  2. The Defiant God (5:07)
  3. Signals (4:47)
  4. When Nothing Shudders (5:49)
  5. Unbreakable Silence (7:15)
  6. L'Endemà (5:37)
  7. The Lost Futures (5:46)
  8. Children of the Sunrise (4:40)

  More info: https://www.helevorn.com | https://www.facebook.com/helevornband | https://www.instagram.com/helevornband

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• NIGHTWRAITH Unleases Progressive MeloDeath Epic Album “Divergence”

  Sep 13, 2024 Fistoffreedom 0 Comments

  NightWraith, the progressive melodic death metal band from Denver, USA presents their latest and new offering "Divergence". An album featuring eight original tracks and a cover version of Pink Floyd's "Us and Them", the full-length has a lot of depth to it and is not a traditional metal record.

  Vocalist guitarist Benjamin Explains further:

  "We hope people can appreciate the risks we took on this record. We wanted to really kick it up a notch for anyone who already knows our music since they might be expecting that from us. We also don’t want to turn off any potential new listeners, so it was kind of a fine line between what current fans expect from us, and what brand-new listeners are willing to keep an open mind for. There’s really something for everyone on this album, whether it's 80’s style guitar riffs, blast beats, electric piano, or guttural vocals."

  "Divergence" takes listeners on a sonic journey. There are many layers to it and the band's idea was for people to hear something new with each listen. The album is intended to lift you up with major melodies, evoke emotion with harmonic minors, and harken overall feelings of nostalgia and hope. ‘Divergence’ often utilizes classic songwriting structures (verse/chorus/bridge/lead). Each instrument is not overly complicated, but when layered on top of each other, the music has a lot of depth. The drums are fast with lots of big rock fills and the choice to use fast double bass and blast beats was meant to give the album a driving, more ‘classic’ metal sound. The keyboards/synthesizer tones are the icing on the cake and are what truly color the album in a nostalgic-sounding way. The melodies that were written to lay on top of the guitars are what give the songs the musical complexity that can be rare within the heavy metal genre. There are also a lot of solos on this album, but none of them are overly ‘shreddy’ and are meant to serve the song, not the player.

  The band also stepped up the production on this album by recruiting some talented guest musicians to contribute and added extra rhythmic layers using acoustic guitar and percussive instruments like cowbells and shakers. Then stepped up the production again by involving producer Zack Ohren (Machine Head, Immolation) to mix and master the record, which gave it a top-shelf-sounding production quality.

  Due out on September 13, 2024, from What’s Left Records, “Divergence” is available for album pre-order at https://nightwraith.bandcamp.com/​

  Vinyl pre-order - https://whatsleftrecords.bigcartel.com/product/nightwraith-divergence-lp-clear-red-vinyl ​

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  Track Listing:​
  1. Fruitless (5:15)
  2. Perpetual Night (5:13) ft. guest Cole Rudy - Pedal Steel Guitar
  3. One Flower (5:14) ft. guest Andreas Wild - Baritone Saxophone
  4. Whispers of Dragonflies (5:27) ft. guest Kelly Schilling - Concert Flute
  5. Invocation (2:19) ft. guest Joey Truscelli - Guitar Solo
  6. Fallen Kings and Queens (4:20) ft. guests Dan Phelps & Chuck French - Backup Vocals
  7. Nothing Left to Lose (3:24)
  8. Divergence (5:20) ft. guests Jeremy Portz & Xander Galvin-Soto - Auxiliary Percussion
  9. Us and Them (bonus Pink Floyd cover) (5:18)
  Album Length: 42:08

  More info: Nightwraithband.com | Facebook.com/nightwraithband | Instagram.com/nightwraithband | Twitter.com/nightwraithband

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