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ARMSTRONG METALFEST Announces 2026 Lineup w/ RIVERS OF NIHIL, DYING FETUS, CYBORG OCTOPUS, INTO ETERNITY, FERVENCE, VINTERSEA and more

ARMSTRONG METALFEST is proud to announce their most devastating lineup to date for 2026 with co-headliners RIVERS OF NIHIL and DYING FETUS, along with CYBORG OCTOPUS, INTO ETERNITY, FERVENCE, VINTERSEA, LYCANTHRO, IRON KINGDOM, ODINFIST, ART OF ATTRITION and many more!

The loudest and most extreme music festival returns for its 16th year of delivering British Columbia, Canada’s ultimate mountain mosh pit on July 17 and 18, 2026, at the Hassen Arena in the Okanagan town of Armstrong. Fans can look forward to two full days of moshing, headbanging, thrash wrestling, and camping.

AMF 2026 Promo Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5swgrnrVExs

Check out the festival Spotify playlist – https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jvJmitxkamWl1FaGxcUmr​

Early bird tickets have already sold out, with advance pre-sale tickets now available until midnight (PST) on July 9th.

Festival passes are available at: https://www.armstrongmetalfest.ca/tickets/​

All prices apply to full weekend passes and are subject to applicable taxes. Each weekend pass grants general admission and access to the festival grounds, camping area, and arena from 9:00 AM on Friday, July 17, 2026, until 10:00 AM on Sunday, July 18, 2026. Free camping is included.

​(Tickets will be mailed starting after March 9th if you have chosen the “Ticket Mailed” option.)

Headlining opening night, Friday, July 17th, Reading, PA progressive/technical death metal juggernauts Rivers of Nihil bring their blend of crushing heaviness with atmospheric and experimental elements to the Okanagan. They’ve become one of the most forward‑thinking acts in modern extreme metal. Their breakthrough album, Where Owls Know My Name, charted on the Billboard 200, cementing their reputation for pushing genre boundaries. The band has released five studio albums, including their most recent self‑titled record, Rivers of Nihil (2025), which marks a new era with a refreshed lineup and an evolution of their sound.

Music Video – Water & Time – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZC2hfkdf2A​

Joining them on opening night is San Francisco’s Cyborg Octopus, a genre‑bending force blending progressive metalcore with jazz, funk, electronic music, and experimental rock. Known for high‑energy performances and boundary‑pushing musicianship, they’ve become a standout act in the Bay Area metal scene. Their acclaimed releases Between the Light and Air (2022) and Bottom Feeder (2024) showcase their mix of technical precision, sci‑fi themes, and adventurous songwriting, making them one of the most exciting and eclectic bands in modern progressive metal.

Music Video – Defective Immediately – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fjrAfa5lVU​

A highlight for Friday night is up-and-comers Fervence, a progressive metalcore band originally from Reno, NV, now based in Austin, TX. Their sound blends atmospheric ambience with heavy, emotionally charged intensity, drawing on influences like Deftones and Architects. After lineup changes and the addition of vocalist Stevie B, the band entered a new creative era, leading to their signing with Metal Blade Records in 2025. Their debut album, Ghost (2020), established their cinematic, immersive style, and they continue to build momentum through dynamic live performances and evolving songwriting. Fervence stand out for their mix of technical precision, lush soundscapes, and raw emotional weight.

Music Video – Age of Aquarius – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsBAkPwXIb0​

Headlining Saturday, July 18th, and closing night is legendary Dying Fetus, considered one of the most defining acts of American extreme metal. They bring decades of legacy, unmatched heaviness and nine studio albums under their belt. Their performances are known for precision, intensity, and crowd‑moving power, making them a cornerstone act for any extreme‑metal‑focused event.

Visualizer – Into The Cesspool – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKcxI6qaZh8​

Supporting day two of AMF is Into Eternity, the Canadian (Regina, SK) progressive/melodic death‑metal veterans whose nearly three‑decade career is defined by technical precision, soaring clean vocals, fierce growls, and dramatic, forward-driven songwriting. Currently, they are finishing their long‑awaited new studio album, their first with vocalist Stu Block (ex-Iced Earth) since his return to the band. Fans will feel the emotional intensity and a powerful blend of old‑school roots and modern, boundary‑pushing metal energy that this band projects to the masses.

Stream – Suicide Drone – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xH4bB76VpUY​

Also featured on day two of the festival is Vintersea, a band whose identity is shaped by the Pacific Northwest and a blend of extreme and atmospheric metal elements. They bring a distinctive mix of melodic death metal, blackened textures, post‑metal atmosphere, and intricate musicianship, rooted in their origins in Portland and Corvallis, Oregon.

Music Video – Become The Wave – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2R9Rcat6GOM​

Other standout attractions at this year’s AMF include a return from festival alumni and Vancouver heavy‑metal champions Iron Kingdom, performing in support of their upcoming sixth studio album “Shadows and Dust,” arriving in June. The Okanagan’s own Odinfist will mark their 20th anniversary with a special set featuring fan favourites from across their catalogue. Also on the bill are Nott, the Seattle‑based deathcore/sludge duo known for their bleak atmosphere and Alaska‑to‑Washington roots, and Edmonton’s genre‑defying force The Judge The Juror, whose sound blends elements of PsyDeathTechProg into something entirely their own.

Armstrong MetalFest 2026 Lineup:
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​Friday, July 17th​
Rivers of Nihil (Reading, PA)
Cyborg Octopus (San Francisco, CA)
Fervence (Austin, TX)
Nott (Seattle, WA)
Iron Kingdom (Vancouver, BC)
Lycanthro (Ottawa, ON)
W.M.D. (Vancouver, BC)
Syryn (Calgary, AB)
Nameless King (Vancouver, BC
Frosthymn (Calgary, AB)
Die Another Day (Calgary, AB)
Pharm (Kelowna, BC)
Storm the Empire (Kelowna, BC)
Shotgun Divine (Nelson, BC)
Skeksis (Vernon, BC)
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​Saturday, July 18th​
Dying Fetus (Baltimore, MD)
Into Eternity (Regina, SK)
Vintersea (Portland, OR)
Odinfist (Okanagan, BC)
Wych (Calgary, AB)
Art of Attrition (Red Deer, AB)
Fallen Sun (Prince George, BC)
The Judge The Juror (Edmonton, AB)
Brain Stem (Edmonton, AB)
Gregorious (Kamloops, BC)
Empalement (Victoria, BC)
Broken Crow (Kamloops, BC)
Daniel Martin & The Infamous (Edmonton, AB)
The Collapse (Kelowna, BC)

In addition to the performing bands, Armstrong Metal Fest will have the following on-site activities: Yeti Games, Metal Madness Market, and Thrash Wrestling.

Please Note: Camping – RV / Non-Hookup RV / Vehicle Passes: Make sure to reserve your vehicle spot to get the best location on the grounds. A fee is required for a weekend pass per vehicle in addition to your day or weekend pass. RV hookups include water and power. If you park your vehicle outside the camping area in the main parking lot, a vehicle pass is not required.

For more info:​
​https://www.armstrongmetalfest.ca/​

​https://www.facebook.com/armstrongmetalfest/​

​https://www.instagram.com/armstrongmetalfest/​
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About:

Since its inception in 2009 (with a brief hiatus in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic), West Metal Entertainment and Armstrong MetalFest have championed hundreds of local bands while welcoming renowned international acts to the quiet town of Armstrong, British Columbia.
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Every year, metalheads from across Canada and the U.S. converge on the scenic Okanagan Valley for three days of camping and two days packed with heavy metal mayhem. Under the blazing summer sun, fans revel in live performances, wrestling spectacles, scavenger hunts, and reconnecting with their extended metal family.
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Armstrong MetalFest has hosted legendary headliners such as Kataklysm, Cattle Decapitation, Archspire, Nekrogoblikon, Origin, Warbringer, Fallujah, Striker, Beyond Creation, Born of Osiris, Havok, The Browning, Virvum, and rising stars from across North America and Europe. And when the final riff fades, the festival vanishes without a trace, leaving the landscape as untouched as it was before.
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West Metal Entertainment, a non-profit society, not only produces Armstrong MetalFest annually but also supports the regional music scene by organizing performances at various venues, including all-ages shows, to inspire musical passion in both youth and adults.

Partners:​
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Brazen Magazine

Prog Heavy Metal Visionaries Frozen Factory Unveil New Video “Can’t Fight The Spiral” (Live in the Studio)

Finland’s Frozen Factory have shared the music video for “Can’t Fight The Spiral”(Live in the Studio), taken from their album Apocalypse Inc., available now via Wormholedeath.

Shot and tracked in the band’s rehearsal studio, “Can’t Fight The Spiral” explores one of the most universal human truths, that our time is finite and accelerating. Drawing on the image of a decaying orbit, Frozen Factory weave together cosmic scale and deeply personal mortality into something that asks not how do we escape the inevitable, but what do we leave behind before we reach it. Heavy, honest, and ultimately hopeful.

Apocalypse Inc. follows the band’s 2022 album Of Pearls & Perils, which earned radio play across Europe, including Germany’s SWR1. The record marks Frozen Factory’s first release in partnership with Wormholedeath, and features contributions from Silentium vocalist Riina Rinkinen.

Frozen Factory is Stephen Baker (vocals), Tomi Hassinen (bass), Marianne Heikkinen (drums), Johnny Koivumäki (rhythm guitar), and Zsolt Szilagyi (lead guitar). Drawing from influences ranging from Pink Floyd and Iron Maiden to Depeche Mode, the band have built a reputation for technically accomplished, atmospherically rich heavy rock since forming in Finland in 2018.

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Neverfade Video Interview

2026 started with a bang for heavy metal band Neverfade. In addition to playing several shows in both Finland and Sweden, they’ve signed a deal with King2Music and are ready to make a revolution by releasing new music.
Their new single, Revolution, was released on March 6th and is a track that aims to be a metal anthem, the voice of the people rebelling. Two more songs are due out in the coming months.
We had the chance to chat with frontman Lassi Landström about the deal wit King2Music, the new single, the tour, and much more.

https://www.neverfade.fi/

M.A.G.O Release New Dark Rock Ritual ‘Bella Strega’ with Official Video

M.A.G.O (My Absolute Greatest Obsession) release their new single ‘BELLA STREGA’, available on YouTube starting March 6th and on all streaming platforms from March 13th.

 

A dark and magnetic track that fully embodies the band’s hard rock attitude. BELLA STREGA is a four-minute sonic journey where mystery meets raw, powerful riffs. The song blends dark atmospheres with solid hard rock foundations, echoing influences reminiscent of Black Sabbath and Killing Joke, while maintaining a distinctive and personal identity.

The “witch” becomes a symbolic figure of attraction and danger, desire and damnation — a powerful and ambiguous archetype. The track unfolds with a cinematic and direct approach, dragging the listener into a nocturnal universe filled with tension, obsession, and emotional magnetism. Written and composed by Fabiano Rizzi, the single stands as a bold artistic statement: a compact, rough, and essential sound rooted in classic hard rock with modern dark shades. With BELLA STREGA, M.A.G.O strengthen their artistic vision — a project that merges rock attitude, esoteric imagery, and a powerful, uncompromising sonic aesthetic.

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From Ashes To New released the next song from their upcoming album Reflections, which will be released next month

Combining modern rock with rap and electronic sounds, From Ashes To New delighted their large international fan base in January by announcing the release of their new studio album Reflections on April 17th. The release will be via Better Noise Music.

Today, the band released the next single from their upcoming album, titled Die For You. The music video for the song features a guest appearance by Cruella Morgan.

“Die For You is about the crumbling of a relationship built on control and guilt. The song describes the mental exhaustion of giving and giving of yourself, and the other person constantly demands more. At the heart of the song is that moment of clarity, when you start to question how much of yourself you are willing to lose,” reflects singer Matt Brandyberry.

“Die For You is about doing everything in your relationship to please the other person. You push yourself to the limit, and it’s never enough. It feels like no matter what you do, it’s just never enough,” says singer Danny Case.

The 12-track Reflections follows 2023’s Blackout, which topped several radio and streaming charts. Three singles have already been released as previews of the new album – New Disease, which deals with blindly following trends, the darkly intense Drag Me, and Villain, which explores the dynamics of toxic relationships.

Reflections track listing:
1. Drag Me
2. Forever
3. Villain
4. Die For You
5. Black Hearts
6. Upside Down
7. (Not) Psycho
8. Parasite
9. New Disease
10. Darkside
11. Falling From Heaven
12. Your Ghost

From Ashes To New is:
Danny Case – vocals
Matt Brandyberry – vocals
Lance Dowdle – guitar
Maty Madiro – drums
Jimmy Bennett – guitar


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Finland’s Split Iris Releases New Single “For All Its Worth” on March 6th, 2026

Finnish modern metal act Split Iris returns to the spotlight with their new single “For All Its Worth”. The track is released via the US-based powerhouse label Seek & Strike.

“For All Its Worth” showcases a more technical and progressive side of the band.
Musically, the track swims in the deep end of modern metal, where Periphery-style
rhythmic precision and the crushing groove of Monuments meet massive, Spiritbox-esque melodic choruses.

The song explores the narrative of searching for one’s true self when the path once
traveled begins to feel foreign. It asks the difficult questions: What remains when the
life lived so far no longer feels like your own, and it is time to leap into the unknown?

The single serves as a bridge between the band’s previous work and their future
direction. “For All Its Worth” is a standalone release that paves the way for a more
extensive EP to be released later.

For fans of technical, groovy, and modern metal, Split Iris is a band that demands to
be on your radar.

For Fans Of: Periphery, Spiritbox, Monuments, Veil Of Maya.

Split Iris is:
● Tobias Koivisto (Bass)
● Juuso Lamminpää (Guitars)
● Aleksi Rautiainen (Vocals)
● Tony Forss (Drums)
● Ville Risku (Guitars)

MIX & MASTER: Rami Nykänen
Music Video & Artwork: Petri Inkinen / Guilty Visuals

https://www.splitiris.com/

Øutline releases new single “Moonlight” – Nostalgic modern hard rock

Øutline‘s third single, “Moonlight,” offers nostalgic 80s hard rock with an attitude. The four-minute song leaves no one cold, pushing forward with the power of a compelling guitar riff. The melodic vocals are accompanied by backing vocals, and the song ends with a euphoric guitar solo.  This song has proven to be the perfect closing song at gigs, leaving a lasting impression on the listener.

Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal, Qobuz etc.): https://push.fm/fl/outline-moonlight

“Moonlight the night sky, I never had. Dark haze, the blank page, It’s who I am”.  The song is about unfulfilled dreams and expectations and the feeling of emptiness that this causes. As the story progresses, however, the narrator finds a way to accept this and move on with life.

The song is Øutline’s third single from the upcoming EP, offering a small bite of the band’s fresh sound and expanding catalogue. All tracks on the EP were mixed by Sami Niittykoski and mastered by Miro Kiiski. The new single will be featured in Øutline’s spring 2026 live shows, starting on March 6 at Kulttuuriravintola Railo in Tampere.

Øutline has performed in its current lineup since 2022. The band has been performing actively across Finland and has released seven singles that have gained traction on Spotify’s rock playlists and local radio stations. After a short break, it’s time once again to release new music and hit the road.

ANTHEA Releases New Single “Awakening (Song for Spring)” From New Album “Beyond The Dawn” Out April 2026

Los Angeles symphonic metal band Anthea unveil “Awakening (Song for Spring)”, the second single from their upcoming third studio album, “Beyond the Dawn“. In contrast to the shadowed theatrical tension of “Phantom in the Masquerade“, this new release opens a different chapter, measured, luminous, and deliberately forward-facing.

Rather than relying on spectacle, “Awakening (Song for Spring)” builds its impact through control and clarity. The arrangement unfolds gradually, allowing melody and atmosphere to take precedence over sheer force. Guitar lines remain precise and defined, the rhythmic foundation steady and purposeful, while layered orchestral textures expand the harmonic frame without excess. The result is a composition that breathes, structured, intentional, and dynamically balanced.

Lyrically, the song draws from the symbolism of seasonal change. Spring becomes more than scenery; it serves as a metaphor for recalibration and the regaining of momentum. The imagery of thawing ground, open skies, and returning life mirrors an internal shift, leaving stagnation behind and stepping into renewed direction. It is not naïve optimism but earned progression.

A key element of this phase in Anthea’s evolution is the integration of The Sirens, backing vocalists Mel Del Real and Astrid Anaya, whose harmonies add a choral dimension that enriches the band’s sonic identity. Their presence is not ornamental; it reinforces the emotional contour of the material and strengthens the interplay between restraint and uplift that defines the track.

Alongside the single, Anthea unveils the official lyric video for “Awakening (Song for Spring)”. Conceived as a visual extension of the song’s thematic arc, the video places the lyrics at the forefront, allowing imagery and text to unfold in step with the music’s gradual rise. Rather than relying on distraction or excess, the presentation reinforces the composition’s sense of renewal and progression, translating its symbolic language into a focused and coherent visual narrative.

Taken within the broader scope of “Beyond the Dawn“, the single reveals one of the album’s central tensions: movement emerging from uncertainty. While the record does not follow a rigid narrative concept, it consistently navigates themes of resilience, reflection, and forward motion. If “Phantom in the Masquerade” examined isolation through theatrical darkness, “Awakening (Song for Spring)” answers with compositional openness and measured affirmation.

With their third full-length, Anthea demonstrates increasing confidence in arrangement, pacing, and tonal contrast. The writing is tighter, the dynamics more deliberate, and the identity more clearly defined than ever. Rather than amplifying every element, the band chooses precision – allowing space, harmony, and structure to carry weight where excess would dilute it.

“Awakening (Song for Spring)” is now available on all major digital platforms.

For fans of: Dynazty, Kamelot, Powerwolf

DIGITAL: https://lnk.to/zdxr77​
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​OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3rGiF4EMBI​
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New album “Beyond The Dawn” out April 17th, 2026 as CD / VINYL / DIGITAL

PRE ORDER “Beyond The Dawn“: https://rockshots.eu/products/anthea-beyond-the-dawn​

First Single – “Phantom In The Masquerade“

DIGITAL SINGLE: https://lnk.to/sIZl8W​
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​Music Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMxhW6gWY3g​

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Track Listing:​
1. Beyond The Dawn – 4:13
2. Phantom in the Masquerade – 3:32
3. The Lost Soul – 3:44
4. Awakening (Song for Spring) – 4:16
5. Bygone Age (Chicxulub) – 4:03
6. From Shadows to Light – 4:40
7. Crystal Moon – 4:11
8. Wanderer’s Quell – 3:53
9. Whispers of the Heart – 4:46
10. Duality of Gaia – 4:12
11. Burnin’ in the Third Degree (Tahnee Caine and Tryanglz cover) – 3:38
Album Length: 45:08
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​Anthea Line-Up:​
Diego Valadez: Lead Vocals, Keyboards
Juan Pina: Rhythm Guitars, Harsh Vocals
Marcos Mejia: Lead Guitars
Gabby Hawk: Bass
Peter Vasquez: Drums
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The Sirens (Backing Vocals)
Mel Del Real: Backing Vocals
Astrid Anaya: Backing Vocals

Anthea is a symphonic metal band from Los Angeles, California, known for their distinctive theatrical approach and dynamic blend of symphonic, melodic, and progressive metal elements. Founded in 2015 by vocalist and keyboardist Diego Valadez, Anthea emerged from a desire to explore a more expressive and cinematic musical language combining powerful metal foundations with strong melodic sensibilities and dramatic atmospheres.
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What began as a side project quickly evolved into a full-fledged band when Valadez joined forces with longtime collaborators from the local metal scene. Drawing from diverse influences ranging from symphonic metal and melodic death metal to musical theater and film scores, Anthea developed a sound that balances intensity and emotion, heaviness and accessibility, always placing storytelling at the core of their identity.
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The band made their live debut at the iconic Whisky a Go Go in Hollywood and steadily gained recognition for their live performances and strong visual aesthetic. Their debut album “Illusion” (2020) received widespread critical acclaim, followed by “Tales Untold” (2022), which further solidified their reputation within the international symphonic metal scene through glowing reviews and extensive media coverage.
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In recent years, Anthea has continued to refine and expand their artistic vision. The introduction of backing vocalists known as The Sirens added rich harmonic layers and reinforced the band’s theatrical dimension, both in the studio and on stage. This evolution culminates in their upcoming third studio album, “Beyond The Dawn”, their most ambitious release to date, showcasing a broader dynamic range, heavier arrangements, and a more pronounced dramatic identity.
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With “Beyond The Dawn”, Anthea presents a mature and confident chapter in their journey, offering a cohesive yet varied listening experience shaped by themes of growth, transition, uncertainty, and renewal. Blending compelling melodies, powerful orchestration, and expressive songwriting, the band continues to establish itself as a distinctive voice within modern symphonic metal.

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Finnish sludge metal band Earthblood is back with a new single Ape Warrior

Finnish sludge metal band Earthblood is back with a new single ‘Ape Warriors’. The single is released via Finnish record label Inverse Records. Listen to the track on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/earthblood-ape-warrior

The band comments:
“From the dark corners of the urban jungle, a primal leader, the Ape Warrior emerges. Having only one goal: to take down and conquer. With his lightning speed and heavy pounding the Ape Warrior is a worthy challenger for the mighty and powerful Acid Viking.

“Ape Warrior” continues the band’s familiar drive, raw energy, and primitive vocals, but this time, inspired by bands such as Motörhead and Wolfbrigade, we wanted to bring in a bit more punk/heavy metal attitude into it.

The song’s story playfully tells of a man who wants to live outside of society and simply be left alone, but as that doesn’t work out, he says “F*ck it” and decides to set the world on fire.”

Earthblood was founded in the spring of 2023 by a group of friends, fusing elements of dirty and gritty Sludge with the fast tempos and riffing of genres such as Thrash and Death metal.

They humorously describe this sonic wall of sound as Thunder Ape metal.

Earthblood’s first EP titled “Primal Fury” was released by Inverse records in the September of 2023.

Not wasting any time, the second EP bearing the name “Witchburner” was released in April 2024.

Now after two years, the apes of the Earthblood have returned with two thunderous singles “Ape Warrior” and “Hatched in Hand” which is set to be released on April 16th 2026. They continue the mighty and powerful soundscapes of both previous EP’s.

Line-up:

Vocals/Guitar: Jere Halonen

Vocals/Bass: Joel Notkonen

Drums/Backing Vocals: Niko Kauhanen

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https://earthbloodfinland.bandcamp.com

Symphonic Black Metal Project SUPERIOR RAGE Drops “Asmodeus Bacchic” Music Video

Symphonic black metal project SUPERIOR RAGE has officially unveiled the music video for “Asmodeus Bacchic”, a standout track from their EP In Memoriam. The release marks a significant milestone: the band’s very first official music video, and a testament to their artistic evolution and growing collaborative ambitions.

What started as a raw rehearsal-studio recording in a “covid-style” video format has been transformed into a fully realized visual experience, produced by Volume Agency and made possible through a key partnership with WHD. The result is a striking, atmospheric piece that follows a mysterious masked character through a deeply personal inner journey, inviting viewers to lose themselves in the tension between chaos and introspection that defines Superior Rage’s sound.

The making of In Memoriam saw the project expand its creative circle, bringing in session musicians who infused the record with a new sense of vitality and pulse, a marked departure from the colder, more minimal synth-driven textures of earlier releases. That same energy flows through “Asmodeus Bacchic,” both sonically and visually.

In Memoriam is not merely a look backward — it is a definitive statement of renewal. The EP features re-recorded classics alongside two brand-new, previously unreleased tracks: “The Death of the Red Dragon” and “Soleright”. Together, they deliver a focused, immersive experience that speaks equally to longtime followers of atmospheric black metal and curious newcomers discovering Superior Rage for the first time.

Stream “In Memoriam”: music.imusician.pro/a/Ka8prwKe

SUPERIOR RAGE began in 2006, delivering raw black metal with atmospheric, dark, and symphonic tones. The core lineup features Superior Rage (vocals, synths), Pagan Fury (guitars, synths), and Hyemens Kaiser Tszar (bass).

The first demo (2008) earned strong national reviews, followed by Through Infinity (2010), a mix of unreleased tracks and new material. Between 2010 and 2011, the project released several live recordings with temporary session musicians.

In 2011, SUPERIOR RAGE shifted toward symphonic black metal with III. Two Fire Eternal EPs followed, covering classic black metal songs—first in their original style, then in an ambient approach.

In 2012 the lineup expanded, producing new online recordings, additional covers, and a remake of “The Night of Rains.” The project paused in 2014, briefly resurfacing in 2017 with a new version of “Indecent Condition.”

SUPERIOR RAGE returned in 2022 with the single Boobs Explosions. This led to Anthology, a 2024 collection of re-recorded key tracks, including a new prog-influenced take on “Cuore Sincero.”

In 2025, the promo Back to the Crypt introduced two re-recorded tracks and a new song, “Soleright,” with four session members. The EP In Memoriam followed, adding a new version of “Asmodeus Bacchic” and the unreleased “Death of the Red Dragon.”

The current line-up features the core vision of Superior Rage (music, lyrics, synth & bass) alongside a powerful contingent of session musicians:

Baelithiel (vocals & lyrics)
Maikon (drums)
Nemorion (guitars on “Indecent Condition” and “Soleright”)
Hrafnagud (guitars on “The Night of Rains”, “Asmodeus Bacchic”, “The Death of the Red Dragon”)

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