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Finnish Thrash Legends BLOODRIDE Unleash January 2025 Studio Update on Explosive Upcoming Album

Finnish thrash legends, BLOODRIDE, are currently entrenched in the
crucible of creation, meticulously molding what is destined to be the
next monumental chapter in thrash metal history. Their passion ignites
the studio as they channel their raw energy and unrivaled skill into
their fifth album, promising an unparalleled auditory assault that will
redefine the boundaries of thrash metal.

Studio Confessions from the Heart of the Metal Storm – Guitarist Teemu
Vähäkangas Shares Insight:

“Final mixings with magician Jarno Hänninen in D-Studio are pretty much
done. With some tracks we even tried some lighter sounds for the
guitars, but no worries: this will be Bloodridic mayhem from the start
to the very end. Harsh, fast, heavy and brutal.
Jarno will also take care of the mastering and we have to say that this
cake tastes great already. The process has taken more time as we planned
but the most important thing is that we are satisfied with the result.
Also at this point, we begin to look ahead to upcoming gigs again. It
will be a blast to thrash out these new tunes to the pitting crowd.
Thrashing madness continues!!!”

Stay tuned for more updates from the studio as BLOODRIDE continues to
craft their next thrash masterpiece.

Experience the ferocity of BLOODRIDE in their latest music videos:
Hate of Hatred
Cast Out From Idiocracy
LIVE at Speed Metal Party in Tampere, Finland on the 13th of August 2022
Planet Alcatraz
Live @ Helsinki 15th September 2017
Horror Has a New Prey
Battered

About BLOODRIDE:
Formed in 2000, BLOODRIDE has been a force to be reckoned with in the
Finnish thrash metal scene. Their journey began with the EP “Bloodridden
Disease” in 2004, leading to their debut full-length album “Crowned In
Hell” in 2011. Their latest and fourth album, “Idiocracy,” was unleashed
in September 2021 through Great Dane Records. BLOODRIDE’s sonic assault
combines old-school thrash metal with dark death metal elements and the
raw edge of hardcore, delivering a headbanging, neck-breaking
experience. Over the years, they’ve shared stages with legendary acts
like Exhumed, Exodus, Nunslaughter, Toxic Holocaust, and Whiplash,
consistently delivering an electrifying live performance that’s nothing
short of a perfect storm.

Lineup:
– Jykä Leskinen: Vocals
– Esa Pennala: Bass
– Simo Partanen: Guitar
– Teemu Vähäkangas: Guitar
– Petteri Lammassaari: Drums

Discography:
– “Idiocracy” – Album, Release Date: 2021-09-17, Label: Great Dane
Records
– “Planet Alcatraz” – Album, Release Date: 2016-11-25, Label: Inverse
Records
– “Bloodmachine” – Album, Release Date: 2014-03-14, Label: Violent
Journey Records
– “Crowned in Hell” – Album, Release Date: 2011-04-16, Label: Violent
Journey Records
– “Supreme Predator” – Single, Release Date: 2010-04
– “Bloodridden Disease” – EP, Release Date: 2004

More information at
BAND:http://bloodride.com/
MANAGEMENT: https://www.facebook.com/SplitScreenManagement

BERIEDIR’s New Album “Liminal Spaces” Out Now

Beriedir proudly releases their third studio album “Liminal Spaces”, now available as of January 10th from Rockshots Records.

With “Liminal Spaces”, Beriedir fully embraces a progressive and experimental sound, moving away from their power metal origins. The new record delves into melancholia, nostalgia, longing, and seclusion, delivering in both lyrics and music.

“It’s okay to bask in memories, we’re not alone in our burnouts, weird dreams can (and do) affect us, and it’s entirely possible to relapse into the same old sorrows. Sometimes we just need a song to accompany us in this. This is Liminal Spaces.” adds the band.

In the first half, fans are introduced to the album with the straightforward style of the opening track Halo, and explore the main theme of Liminal Spaces with the song Neon, followed by the tight rhythms and variations of In The Corner Of My Eyes. Listeners should be ready to break their neck in the “kyrie eleison” section of As Tight As Phantoms Hold and get carried by the deeply introspective style of F.I.V.E.

The record’s second half gets sweetened with More Than Starlight‘s romantic and wide-open style. Understand what Burnout really is, with the homonym track and its headbanging section followed by polyrhythmic-dying-heartbeat. Return straight to life with the “in your face” styles of Anemoia and Massive, dealing with the wildly incalculable facets of our human depth both in waking life and dreams. In the closure, enter In The Liminal Space, the empty room where you know that you don’t belong, and finally get out, following the familiar sound of a classic guitar playing, right in front of you, a sweet outro melody. Lyrics are a core part of this production, as they reflect introspective themes through an elevated poetic style. Make sure to read them while you listen.

Don’t miss the opportunity to dive into this new chapter of Beriedir’s story, prepare yourself to experience “Liminal Spaces”.

Digital – https://lnk.to/AR9Bpc​

CD – https://rockshots.eu/products/beriedir-liminal-spaces-cd​

Music Video – “Neon” – https://youtu.be/R5WalIheULc​

Music Video – “Halo” – https://youtu.be/vb-QwoHrU8c​

Track Listing:
1. Halo
2. Neon
3. In The Corner Of My Eyes
4. As Tight As Phantoms Hold
5. F.I.V.E.
6. More Than Starlight
7. Burnout
8. Anemoia
9. Massive
10. In The Liminal Space

Line-up:​
Stefano Nüsperli: Vocals, Keyboards
Simone Bacchi Mottin: Guitars, Backing Vocals
Francesco Ideo: Guitars
Ciro Salvi: Drums
Daniele Cantaboni: Bass Guitar

Beriedir offers a sound that, throughout their discography, spans from progressive power metal—characterized by its signature, neck-breaking choruses—to a contemporary progressive identity, delivering tight rhythms, gargantuan emotional sections, and earth-shattering, surgically precise breakdowns. This powerful musical package is wrapped in introspective themes, melancholic and nostalgic, creating a dark and enveloping aesthetic.

The band originated as a project by frontman Stefano Nüsperli and began their live career in 2015 with the release of their first demo, The Line. From that point on, they have participated in numerous musical events, such as Fosch Fest 2016, and have had the opportunity to share the stage with renowned metal acts like Korpiklaani and Pathfinder.

In 2018, they released their debut full-length album, The Path Beyond the Moon, which allowed them to reach a broader audience. Following the release of their acoustic EP, Lullabies Beyond the Moon (2020), Beriedir signed with Rockshots Records in January 2022 for the release of their second full-length, AQVA, which features Ivan Giannini (Vision Divine, Derdian) as a guest on the track Stormbound. The album received enthusiastic reviews from the press and was warmly welcomed by listeners. As a bonus track, the band released the single Send Me An Angel, a cover of the song by Vision Divine.

Following the album’s release, Beriedir performed several live shows, sharing the stage with prominent bands from both the Italian and international scenes, such as Stratovarius, ELEGY, Moonlight Haze, Trick or Treat, Strana Officina, Derdian, Crying Steel, and others.

After a period focused on live performances and production sessions—including the release of a well-received cover of Lady Gaga’s Bloody Mary in 2023—the band released Elegies From The Lighthouse, an EP featuring acoustic reinterpretations of tracks from AQVA, in September 2024. Shortly thereafter, they announced their third full-length album, Liminal Spaces, scheduled for release in January 2025, once again through Rockshots Records, and preceded by the launch of two singles.

More info: https://www.rockshots.eu | https://www.facebook.com/BeriedirOfficial | https://www.instagram.com/beriedirofficial​

SHORES OF NULL Announces Live Album “Beauty Over Europe” Out May 2025; Unveil “The Last Flower” Live Video From Aschaffenburg 2023

Italian melancholic dark metal SHORES OF NULL announces they will be unraveling a live album for May 2025. Enitled “Beauty Over Europe” the live record features 10 tracks that were recorded during their monumental 2023 European tour with Swallow The Sun, Draconian, and Avatarium. Throughout that tour, Shores of Null performed 35 shows across 18 countries, including Norway, Denmark, Germany, the UK, Ireland, France, Italy, Switzerland, Netherlands, and Hungary, bringing their critically acclaimed album “The Loss Of Beauty” to the stage.

The live recordings, captured in the cities of Leipzig, Munich, Aschaffenburg, Budapest, and Belfast, preserve the raw and emotive energy of their performances. Each track reflects the band’s ability to blend melancholic melodies with crushing heaviness, offering fans a visceral live experience.

“Beauty Over Europe” is both a celebration of the tour and a gift to all fans of the band. Exactly two years after that unforgettable journey, this live album offers a chance to relive the emotional intensity and true essence of Shores Of Null’s live performances.

Guitarist Gabriele Giaccari comments:

“This tour was an incredible journey, the longest in our career, and a true milestone for Shores Of Null. As the promotional tour for The Loss Of Beauty, our latest and most acclaimed album to date, it was an honor to bring these songs to life across 35 shows in 18 countries. Sharing the stage with monumental bands like Swallow The Sun and Draconian—huge inspirations for our music—was unforgettable. Despite the melancholy of their sound, they’re some of the most fun and genuine people we’ve met, and by the end of this epic journey, we were proud to call them friends.

We owe special thanks to our incredible crew—Petri, Matti, Mikko, and Tero—who ensured everything ran seamlessly and made this experience unforgettable. To pay homage to this extraordinary chapter, we decided to produce a live album. Recorded during key moments of the tour, it captures the essence of these unforgettable performances and is dedicated to all the people who supported us live and shared these magical moments with us.”

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Today, Shores of Null shares a live video clip from their tour stop in Aschaffenburg, Germany performing “The Last Flower” – https://youtu.be/w-Hq69KG2RM​

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3BU584W​

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Setlist:​
1. Transitory (Live intro)
2. Destination Woe (Live in Leipzig)
3. Nothing Left To Burn (Live in Leipzig)
4. Quiescent (Live in Munich)
5. The Last Flower (Live in Aschaffenburg)
6. Black Drapes For Tomorrow (Live in Budapest)
7. A Nature in Disguise (Live in Munich)
8. Darkness Won’t Take Me (Live in Belfast)
9. My Darkest Years (Live in Aschaffenburg)
10. Blazing Sunlight (Live Outro)
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Live Recording: Matti Kynsijärvi
Mixing and Mastering: Marco Mastrobuono at Bloom Recording Studios
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​Band:​
Davide Straccione – Vocals
Gabriele Giaccari – Guitars, Backing Vocals
Raffaele Colace – Guitars, Backing Vocals
Lorenzo Carlini – Live Bass
Matteo Capozucca – Bass
Emiliano Cantiano – Drums

“The Loss of Beauty” is Shores Of Null’s fourth album and follows the acclaimed “Beyond The Shores (On Death And Dying)”, unanimously considered by fans and critics as one of the Doom Metal gems of recent years. The lyrics celebrate beauty in imperfection and transience and are meant to be an invitation to seek beauty in little things, especially those unexpected and ephemeral.

Stylistically, “The Loss of Beauty” continues along the sulcus set forth by “Quiescence” and “Black Drapes For Tomorrow”, its melancholic dark metal with a wide range of influences, from gothic metal to doom metal and melodic black/death metal, with frequent use of vocal harmonies and deep growls.

The album consists of 13 songs, while the LP version only contains 11, the two extra tracks are bonus tracks that can be found on the CD version as well as on the streaming platforms. Dark and heavy, tinged with feelings of despair and melancholy, “The Loss Of Beauty” was released on March 24th, 2023, and is recommended for fans of Swallow The Sun, Borknagar, and Paradise Lost.

Album Stream:

YouTube – https://youtu.be/vWOcwJYjhq8​

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3ZckbMW​

Album order (Digital, CD, Vinyl) – https://linktr.ee/thelossofbeauty​

For more info: Spikerot.com | Shoresofnull.com

About:

Shores of Null stand out from their contemporaries with their ability to blend seemingly disparate elements into their sound, overwhelmingly heavy and soothing at the same time: blackened aggression stands alongside gothic-doom sections without either sounding out of place. Their music can be both melancholic yet majestic, made of chorale-like guitar textures across the instrument’s entire range, sustained by a powerful rhythmic section and punctuated by a refined mixture of clean and growled vocals, along with extensive use of pleasing vocal harmonies which have become the band’s trademark through the years.

The Rome-based metal band has been an unwavering presence within the metal underground since their musical outset in 2013, churning out a series of impressive records: the melodic and somber “Quiescence” (Candlelight, 2014), the darker and more complex “Black Drapes For Tomorrow” (Candlelight/Spinefarm, 2017), and the ambitious “Beyond The Shores (On Death And Dying)” (Spikerot Records, 2020), a 38-minute long doom manifesto that sees guest appearances of the doom-titans Mikko Kotamäki (Swallow The Sun) and Thomas A.G. Jensen (Saturnus), along with the angelic voice of Elisabetta Marchetti (Inno).

Shores Of Null’s fourth album, “The Loss Of Beauty”, released in March 2023, was hailed as one of the best albums of the year within the genre. The band supported the release with an extensive EU/UK tour alongside Swallow The Sun, Draconian, and Avatarium, followed by standout performances at major festivals like Hellfest, Rock Imperium, and 70000 Tons Of Metal among others, further solidifying their status as one of the rising forces in the metal scene.

SVANZICA Release New Single – New Album “Anastasja” Out February 21st

SVANZICA announce the release of their new single , now available on all digital platforms. The track stands out for its perfect balance between technical complexity and melodic intensity. Elegant and refined guitar lines merge seamlessly with a dynamic and engaging rhythm section, while melancholic and evocative atmospheres further enrich the final result, transporting the listener into a unique musical world. The single is accompanied by an official music video, available on YouTube, which visually captures the message and atmosphere of the song, taking the viewer into an intense and evocative visual dimension.

“Limegar” is a preview of the band’s upcoming album, “Anastasja”, set to be released on February 21 by Volcano Records & Promotion. However, this won’t be the final teaser before the album’s release. The album Anastasja features 9 tracks that narrate a profound musical and conceptual journey.

Tracklist:

1. On our light clothes
2. Limegar
3. Mother of the skyscraper
4. The Black Shirt
5. Fossores
6. Elettra
7. Stylites
8. Anastasis
9. Ultramarina

In the meantime, dive into the world of Svanzica with Limegar and its official video, available at:https://youtu.be/VN16bPczaIY

Watch also the official lyric video for the previous single ‘On Our Light Clothes’: https://youtu.be/5icyYo6MkUE

Further info at
www.volcanopromotion.com
www.facebook.com/svanzicaofficial

Finnish thrash metaller Nervebreak released the third single from their upcoming EP

Formed in 2020, Nervebreak caught the attention of the metal community with the release of their “Desperate Measures” EP in 2022 and a performance at Tuska the following summer. The band’s production mixes elements of old-school thrash metal, groove metal and funk.

The band is currently preparing for their “Hopeless Society” EP, which will be released on March 7th, and has so far released the singles “Better Off” and “Dead End”. The EP’s third single, “Give Me a Break”, represents Nervebreak’s grooviest and most aggressive side. The song starts with a fiercely forward-pedaling riff, around which the entire song is built.

“One day I picked up my guitar and the intro riff was the first thing that came out of the guitar. The riff is playful and a very groovy Nervebreak piece was built on it!”, guitarist Lassi Kuusela commented.

“Give Me a Break” was recorded together with the band’s regular recording and mixing engineer Joel Pöllänen. Mikko Herranen was responsible for the mastering.

The lyrics of the song are the domain of the band’s soloist. Nervebreak’s singer Santeri Salmela says that the inspiration for the song arose after a poorly played gig.

“We recently played a gig with my previous band absolutely horribly and, of course, people patted us on the back after the gig to praise the performance. Of course, everyone meant well, but I just thought in my head, ‘give me a break’. This inspired me to write the lyrics for the song – a little tongue in cheek, of course.”

Nervebreak is:
Santeri Salmela – vocals
Lassi Kuusela – guitar
Fernando Arriaga – bass
Aki Kuokkanen – drums

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Garden of Stone’s debut album The Grave Mistake out now

The Finnish melancholic metal band Garden of Stone have released their debut album ‘The Grave Mistake’ on January 10th 2025 via Inverse Records. 

LISTEN to the Grave Mistake album on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/gos-album

Garden of Stone’s debut album, “The Grave Mistake”, paints a musical landscape filled with savage riffs and aggression juxtaposed with mesmerizingly haunting melodies and ballads. An amalgamation of death metal and melodic rock, “The Grave Mistake” is a testament to Garden of Stone’s genre-blending style of music, proving that the band is unafraid of branching out of their comfort zone while still remaining true to their roots.

Lyrically the album portrays a dystopian future ravaged by war, where each song represents a different scene witnessed by the main character as they travel across a desolate wasteland. The listener is granted access to a deep dive into the human psyche, as hopelessness, despair and insanity slowly consume the final glimmers of light in the world, embracing the inevitable void.

Watch Day of Discord (1st single) music video: https://youtu.be/uQZ_fXKyChk
Watch Waiting For The Dawn (2nd single) music video: https://youtu.be/_aFwqy7MgK0
Watch Daydream (3rd single) lyric video: https://youtu.be/t-875jKWYBQ

BIOGRAPHY:
Garden of Stone is a melodic metal band that weaves together melancholic rock and heavy metal. From the band you can expect brooding atmospheres, beautiful melodies, and face melting riffs.

The band was formed in 2023 when guitarists Jere Mäntysalo and Ville Penkari recruited Jesse Salo to sing and scream for their project. Soon after, drummer Tapio Haverinen joined to keep the rhythm department in check. The group was completed when bassist Kalle Hänninen joined to govern the lowest frequencies.

Garden of Stone published their debut EP, Tides of Decay, in February of 2024. The band is showing no signs of slowing down, as they are gearing up to release an LP in early 2025 after a series of singles.

Garden of Stone – The Grave Mistake (album 2024)


Track list:
1. Visions of the End
2. Day of Discord
3. The Prophet
4. Waiting for the Light
5. Observer
6. Paradigm Shift
7. Unveiled
8. New Dawn
9. Daydream
10. Resolution
11. Ode to Rage
12. Insanity

Artwork by Noora Khouya

Line-up:

Jere Mäntysalo – Guitar

Jesse Salo – Vocals

Kalle Hänninen – Bass

Ville Penkari – Guitar

Tapio Haverinen – Drums

Links:
https://www.facebook.com/gardenofstonetre
https://www.instagram.com/garden_of_stone_official
https://gardenofstoneband.bandcamp.com

Peruvian Metal band Chaska released a stunning music video ‘Winter Night Heights’ edited by Tom Flynn

Peruvian metal band Chaska released a new music video ‘Winter Night Heights’ edited by Tom Flynn (Lamb Of God, Suffocation, I Prevail, Nile). The track is taken from ‘Rites of June’ EP which was released via Inverse Records. 

WATCH Winter Night Heights music video: https://youtu.be/36WHFCMFyeI

The band comments: 
“The music video for the song Winter Night Heights, besides the images of the band performing, features some images from the film La Luz en el Cerro (The Light on the Hill) provided by its director Ricardo Velarde and Caudal Films. This video was edited by Tom Flynn, who has worked with bands such as Lamb Of God, Suffocation, I Prevail, Buckcherry, Nile, As I Lay Dying, etc. Visually, we wanted to present a video with some dynamics and darkness, in addition to some elements such as mystery, cold and night, which surround the characters and landscapes.

Initially, Rites of June was only going to feature three songs, which are: Winter Night Heights, Sweet Lover and Imperio Caído. The first song was composed especially for the film La Luz en el Cerro (The Light on the Hill) (2016), and the other two songs appeared on the EP Chaska (2003). These three songs were totally re-recorded to be included on this new EP. Then, along the way, the idea of recording the song Possession (Bad English cover) arose, perhaps as a bonus track, since EPs usually include this type of material as surprises or gifts. Finally, to make the EP more solid, we decided to include the live session versions of the songs Nymph of the Lake and Bicolour Cannibalism, previously featured on the album Pururauca (2009). So, Rites of June represents, in some way, the different phases or stages of the band over time. We think this EP is a good introduction for people who don’t know us or have never heard us before.”

LISTEN Rites of June EP on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/chaska-rites

BIOGRAPHY:

Chaska is a Peruvian band tha fuses the intensity of worldwide metal with the beauty of Latin American folklore elements, and has become one of the most interesting bands in their country and in Latin America. The band was formed in Arequipa, Perú, in 2002. December 2002, Chaska won a local band contest obtaining, as prize, the recording of two unpublished songs.
February 2003, the band released their self titled EP, Chaska. This EP allowed the band to play in different cities of Perú.
In 2005, Chaska performed for the first time outside of Perú, in Chile. Then, the band was invited to be the opening act for the Brazilian band, Sepultura, in Bolivia.
June 2007, Chaska released an EP titled Bicolour Cannibalism / Tuta Chaska, as a preview of its debut album, Pururauca. March 2009, the band released their first full-length album, Pururauca, through the Peruvian label, Mythic Metal Productions.
In 2012, Chaska and the producers of the Peruvian film, La Luz en el Cerro (The Light on the Hill), reach an agreement so Chaska’s music is part of the soundtrack of this movie.
September 2015, the band released the song, Winter Night Heights, composed exclusively for the film, La Luz en el Cerro (The Light on the Hill).
September 2016, Chaska reissued its album, Pururauca, through the Peruvian label, Xaria Music.
July 2017, the band released the compilation, Everlasting Night, through the Peruvian label, Inti Records.
October 2017, Chaska released a video clip for the song, Winter Night Heights. This video was a shared work with Caudal Films, and includes images of the film, La Luz en el Cerro (The Light on the Hill).
February 2019, the band was part of the compilation album, Songs of Injustice, released by the European magazine, Metal Hammer. March 2019, Chaska was part of the 1st World Metal Congress held in London, England.
In 2020, the band released two live session videos for the songs, Nymph of the Lake and Bicolour Cannibalism. August 2020, Chaska reissued its album, Pururauca, in cassette format, through the Peruvian label, Disturbio Producciones.
Through the years, Chaska has shared the stage with important bands like Primal Fear, Death Angel, Moonspell, Annihilator, Rhapsody, Arkona, Saratoga, and more.
In 2023 Chaska made a deal with Finnish label Inverse Records to release the new 6-track EP Rites of June which was released in 2024.

Chaska – Rites of June (EP)


Track list:
1. Winter Night Heights

2. Sweet Lover

3. Imperio Caído

4. Possession

5. Nymph of the Lake (Live Session)

6. Bicolour Cannibalism (Live Session)

Album cover by Fabián Flores-Castro

Chaska – Winter Night Heights (single)

Composed & Lyrics by Hueso Raffo

ISRC: FI3FC2481001

Single cover by Fabián Flores-Castro

Line-up:
Hueso Raffo (guitars and vocals)
Fabián Flores-Castro (drums)
Hernán Gonzales (bass)
Live musician:
Carlos Polar (lead guitar)

Links:
https://www.facebook.com/tutachaska

https://www.instagram.com/chaskamusic

https://chaska.bandcamp.com

Brian Kingsland (NILE, Imperishable, Enthean) Releases Classical / Spanish Guitar Album “Translation”

Known for his role in extreme metal bands such as NILE, Imperishable, and Enthean, composer /guitarist and vocalist Brian Kingsland is sharing his other passion in music, with his debut classical / Spanish guitar album entitled “Translation” due out on January 8, 2025.

Kingsland‘s musical taste has always been wide from his pursuit of extreme metal to learning blues licks, and jazz theory, to impossible techniques. Classical guitar is another evolution in his musical journey. Beginning private classical studies in the early 2000s, Kingsland performed live many times, but never recorded any of the material. After many years of making heavy metal records, he felt it was time to reinvest in his classical pursuits. Performing compositions from some of his favorite composers Francisco Tarrega, Agustín Barrios Mangoré, Antonio Lauro, Andrés Segovia, Heitor Villa-Lobos, and Isaac Albéniz, the 11-track tribute can be best described as a beautiful and poetic of musical interpretation of some of the world’s greatest classical guitarists.

“I have always been attracted to Spanish and South American classical guitar music. I find it rhythmically diverse and harmonically rich. It has unique challenges that deviate from the traditional classical guitar. I think guitar and music fans alike will enjoy hearing another side of my musical expression,” adds Kingsland.

With classical music, particularly solo performances, it is up to the performer to interpret their vision of the song. Although he or she may not be the author, they’re the vessel for the music to be expressed. Thus, Kingsland believes it is a collaboration, and with “Translation” he wants listeners to join him on a journey through Spain and South America to appreciate the genius of these composers, and be enveloped in these wonderful masterpieces.

“Translation” is available on digital platforms:

YouTube – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_liSk-KJEIiEgD3OYfP7_HkBtODWkvcEyo​

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3W6AFYg​

Bandcamp – https://briankingsland.bandcamp.com/album/translation​

Apple Music – https://apple.co/4fOan40​

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Track Listing:
​1. Capricho Arabe – Francisco Tárrega – (5:26)
2. Choro de saudade – Agustín Barrios Mangoré – (5:52)
3. Vals Op. 8, No.3 – Agustín Barrios Mangoré – (4:32)
4. Julia Florida – Agustín Barrios Mangoré – (3:58)
5. Mazurka Apasionada – Agustín Barrios Mangoré – (6:18)
6. Maria Carolina – Antonio Lauro – (3:18)
7. Vals Venezolano No.3 – Antonio Lauro – (2:33)
8. Estudio sin Luz – Andrés Segovia – (3:00)
9. Prelude 1 – Heitor Villa-Lobos – (4:21)
10. Etude 1 – Heitor Villa-Lobos – (2:36)
11. Zambra Granadina – Isaac Albéniz – (4:50)
Album Length: 47:00
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​Album Credits:​
-All songs performed by Brian Kingsland
-All songs written by Francisco Tarrega, Agustín Barrios Mangoré, Antonio Lauro, Andrés Segovia, Heitor Villa-Lobos, Isaac Albéniz
-Produced by Brian Kingsland
-Mixed by Steve Wilson

-Photo by Casey Coscarelli

-Album artwork by Dan Vadim Von
-Brian Kingsland – Guitarist

More info: https://www.instagram.com/briankingsland​

UK’s SERPENTYNE Enchant Fans w/ First Single “Prophetess of Dreams” Off New Album “Tales From The Dark” Out February 2025

Serpentyne enchants fans with “Prophetess of Dreams”, the first single from their highly anticipated album “Tales from the Dark” out February 2025. This hard-hitting, fast-paced track is the album’s powerful introduction, showcasing the darker and fiercer side of the band’s evolving sound.
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Opening with a “barrage of bullet-like guitar riffs,” as described by the band, “Prophetess of Dreams” immediately sets an intense tone. The song seamlessly combines modern, aggressive metal elements with the symphonic and choral layers that define Serpentyne’s music. Guitarist Lee Willmer utilizes an 8-string guitar to create unprecedented depth and heaviness, while the dual vocals of Maggiebeth Sand and Nigel Middleton add dramatic intensity.
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Lyrically, the track delves into humanity’s timeless desire to uncover destiny. The prophetess, a central figure in the song, unveils what lies ahead with lines like, “Tell my fortune today, oracle of answers, will my luck fade away, or is it here to stay?”. This thematic depth, coupled with the band’s dynamic instrumentation, delivers a cinematic and immersive experience.
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​“Prophetess of Dreams” showcases a symphonic journey that bridges the grandiose with the aggressive. The single’s blend of orchestral arrangements, relentless rhythms, and evocative storytelling sets the stage for the full release of “Tales from the Dark” later this year.
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LISTEN TO “Prophetess of Dreams”

Digital – https://lnk.to/ckwx02​
Music Video – https://youtu.be/u5g-6pX-7BI​
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​“Tales from the Dark” is due ou ton February 14th, 2025.

Digital pre-save “TALES FROM THE DARK” – 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​

Rioghan released the last single ‘Skin’, taken from the upcoming second studio album Kept

Finnish progressive metal band Rioghan is set to release the second studio album ‘Kept’ on February 14th 2025 via Inverse Records. The fourth single ‘Skin’ was released yesterday and it’s available on all essential streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/rioghan-skin

Rioghan comments:

About the single:
‘Skin’ is a story of a very still and short moment in time, which yet holds a life altering experience. It tells about the art of keeping up a mask and a façade, while feeling incredibly shattered and tumultuous inside. Our goal was to also capture this story to the music, keeping it very bare and fragile until the veil lifts for a moment, and gets tied back in the very end.

About the upcoming album release & tour
This last single before the album release brings up all kinds of excitement, getting the finishing touches to all materials and trying to figure out what I might’ve forgot.. And also a very strict training season for the live shows to come! It’s been a handful to get all the new songs in order for the live set, but of course so much fun!”

The music video of first single ‘Edge’ can be seen here: https://youtu.be/SYz0locEGn4

The music video of second single ‘Hands’ available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_-4BO6FTB8

The music video of third single ‘Distance’ available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFfafeR93nY

BIOGRAPHY
The rising star of modern Finnish metal Rioghan has made an unforgettable expression to the metal scene with their multi-layered musical expression full of surprises. Strikingly beautiful yet violent imagery hand in hand with the music creates an otherworldly experience, easy to fall in love with.

Rioghan’s music is modern metal with progressive twist – ranging from melodic death metal moments to floating dark pop elements, while ethereal gothic darkness walks right beside you all the way.

Based in 2019 around singer-poetess Rioghan Darcy, the band has gained international attention from their very first EP Blackened Sky. Positive remarks grew even heavier with their debut album Different Kinds Of Losses, made in collaboration with Jonas Renkse (Katatonia) and Einar Solberg (Leprous).

The band consists of singer Rioghan Darcy, guitarist Teemu Liekkala (Red Eleven), guitarist Tero Luukkonen (Red Eleven), bassist Antti Varjanne (Joviac, Time Primer), and drummer Valtteri Revonkorpi (Leverage).

Rioghan’s live production consists of hardcore professionals, and every moment is thought through from lights to stage presence. Dedicatedly practiced show was presented to fans in autumn 2024, when Rioghan toured Finland with Wheel in Olympia, Tampere; Sawohouse UG, Kuopio; On The Rocks, Helsinki; Lutakko, Jyväskylä; Finlandia-klubi, Lahti and 45Special, Oulu.

The crowd’s warm welcome with the successful tour ensured Rioghan their place among the future exports to be reckoned with.

Rioghan’s second full length album Kept will be released February 14th 2025.