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DIMMU BORGIR Unveils Cover Album “Inspiratio Profanus”

Experience the sonic journey as DIMMU BORGIR drops their much-anticipated cover album, “Inspiratio Profanus,” available now. This release compiles eight cover songs, a homage to some of DIMMU BORGIR’s favorite tracks that have left an indelible mark on their musical journey.

Silenoz, commenting on “Inspiratio Profanus,” shares the band’s excitement: “We’re pleased to announce the Inspiratio Profanus release! We thought it was about time to finally compile the cover songs we’ve done over the years and give these renditions an updated mastering, all in one package, highlighting some of our many influences!”

Tracklist:

  1. Black Metal (Venom)
  2. Satan My Master (Bathory)
  3. Dead Men Don’t Rape (G.G.F.H.)
  4. Nocturnal Fear (Celtic Frost)
  5. Burn In Hell (Twisted Sister)
  6. Perfect Strangers (Deep Purple)
  7. Metal Heart (Accept)
  8. Nocturnal Fear (Celtically Processed) (Celtic Frost)

About DIMMU BORGIR:
DIMMU BORGIR, born in the heart of the Norwegian black metal scene in 1993, celebrates its 30th anniversary. Known for pushing the boundaries of the genre, they blend a traditional raven black sound with symphonic orchestration. With albums like “Enthrone Darkness Triumphant,” “Spiritual Black Dimensions,” and “Death Cult Armageddon,” DIMMU BORGIR has become an influential force, touring globally and leaving an indelible mark on the black metal landscape.

After the success of “Abrahadabra” and “Eonian,” DIMMU BORGIR now reflects on their 30-year legacy with “Inspiratio Profanus,” a collection of cover songs that pays tribute to the influential artists who shaped their distinctive sound. Experience the electric renditions of classics like ‘Black Metal’ (VENOM) and ‘Perfect Strangers’ (DEEP PURPLE) that define the evolution of DIMMU BORGIR’s musical odyssey.

Listen Now:
Inspiratio Profanus on Bandcamp

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INTERLOPER Unveils Mesmerizing Single ‘Sanctum’ – A Progressive Metal Masterpiece!

Progressive heavy metal outfit INTERLOPER has once again set the metal scene ablaze with their latest release, the captivating single ‘Sanctum.’ Clocking in at 6 minutes, ‘Sanctum’ seamlessly blends the band’s technical brilliance with a melodic guitar approach, offering a tantalizing glimpse into a new era for INTERLOPER.

Lead vocalist and guitarist Andrew Virrueta expresses his excitement about the release, stating, “We present to you our newest song, ‘Sanctum’! We’re extremely thrilled to finally share it with our fans. This track takes us in a heavier and more progressive direction. It embodies our relentless pursuit to push the boundaries of what is considered conventional. We hope you’ll love it as much as we do!”

‘Sanctum’ mesmerizes listeners with its intricate instrumental arrangements and powerful vocal delivery, showcasing INTERLOPER’s evolution and mastery of the progressive metal genre. The track is a testament to the band’s commitment to artistic growth and their ability to explore new sonic territories.

Listen to ‘Sanctum’ on Spotify: [https://interloper.bfan.link/sanctum-sgl.a01].

For guitar enthusiasts and fans of technical prowess, INTERLOPER also treats us to a guitar playthrough of ‘Sanctum.’



Having previously released their critically acclaimed self-titled album “INTERLOPER” in June 2021 via Nuclear Blast Records, the band continues to make waves in the metal community. The making of their debut album, “Search Party,” showcased INTERLOPER’s seamless cohesion in their writing process, allowing them to delve into creative depths without constraints. Produced by the band and Joey Virrueta, with drums recorded at Big Bad Sound LA by Jack Ruley and Zach Fisher, the album reached new heights with the mixing and mastering expertise of Andrew’s brother, Joey Virrueta. The captivating album artwork, created by Caelan Stokkermans, beautifully encapsulated the essence of “Search Party.”

For fans eager to explore more of INTERLOPER’s discography, secure your copy of “

For fans eager to explore more of INTERLOPER’s discography, secure your copy of “Search Party” in the format of your choice.

Below is the tracklist for “Search Party”:

  1. Pathkeeper
  2. Bound to Fall
  3. Moonlight
  4. Dreamlands
  5. Drift
  6. Search Party
  7. The Wishing Well
  8. Idle Years
  9. Cheshire
  10. Baring Teeth
  11. Rio (Duran Duran Cover)

INTERLOPER is:
Miles Dimitri Baker – guitar,
Tadpole Jones – drums,
Andrew Virrueta – vocals and guitar

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Metal Blade Records Welcomes WRETCHED to its Roster!

American metal quintet, WRETCHED, has joined forces with Metal Blade Records for the release of their highly anticipated 5th full-length album. Stay tuned for more details, and be sure to follow the band to stay up to date on all things WRETCHED.

The band shares their excitement, stating, “It is with great excitement that we announce the official return of WRETCHED! We’ve signed on with Metal Blade Records, and we’re both eager to bring new material to you. Stay tuned.”

Watch the band’s announcement video here.

About the Band:
Formed in 2005 in Charlotte, North Carolina, WRETCHED made their mark with their signing to Victory Records in 2008. Since then, they have released four full-length studio albums: “The Exodus of Autonomy” (2009), “Beyond The Gate” (2010), “Son of Perdition” (2012), and “Cannibal” (2014). After years of touring and recording, WRETCHED is back with new music and is currently writing for their debut release on Metal Blade Records.

“We’re beyond excited to hit the stage and share all of the new music we’ve been creating,” commented the band. “We’ve worked on numerous things in the last years and are excited to let this stuff out into the wild. We’re currently writing for our debut release on Metal Blade, and we can’t be more honored to be able to work with some great people, make some fun music, and hang with our friends and fans out on the road!”

Band Members:

Billy Powers: vocals

Joel Moore: guitars

Steven Funderburk: guitars

Andrew Grevey: bass

Marshall Wieczorek: drums

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Experience the Ultimate Metal Tour: ‘Make Them Beg For Death’ U.S. Tour 2023 with DESPISED ICON and DYING FETUS!

On October 17th, Canadian deathcore pioneers DESPISED ICON will return to the states on the ‘Make Them Beg For Death’ U.S. Tour with headliners DYING FETUS. The 26-date trek will make stops in Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Chicago before concluding in Baltimore on November 18th. Fans will not want to miss this amazing package that includes THE ACACIA STRAIN, CREEPING DEATH, and TACTOSA.

DESPISED ICON’s Alex Erian comments, “It’s been 4 long years since we’ve toured the U.S. and we’re excited to finally head back this Fall with DYING FETUS, THE ACACIA STRAIN, CREEPING DEATH, and TACTOSA.
“We’ve been listening to FETUS since the late 90s and were heavily influenced by their sound when we started our band. This is a bucket list tour for us and we look forward to seeing you all then.”


Tickets for the ‘Make Them Beg For Death’ U.S. Tour 2023

Confirmed dates for DESPISED ICON on the ‘Make Them Beg For Death’ U.S. Tour 2023 with headliners DYING FETUS, THE ACACIA STRAIN, CREEPING DEATH, and TACTOSA are:


10.17. US Cincinnati. OH – Bogarts
10.18. US Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theatre
10.19. US Philadelphia, PA – Brooklyn Bowl
10.20. US Richmond, VA – Canal Club
10.21. US Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819
10.22. US Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
10.24. US Orlando, FL – The Beacham
10.26. US Houston, TX – Warehouse Live
10.28. US Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live
10.30. US Albuquerque, NM – Sunshine Theatre
10.31. US Phoenix, AZ – The Marquee
11.01. US San Diego, CA – House Of Blues
11.02. US Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco
11.03. US Santa Cruz, CA – The Catalyst
11.04. US Sacramento, CA – Ace OF Spades
11.05. US Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory
11.07. US Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot
11.09. US Denver, CO – Summit Music Hall
11.10. US Lawrence, KS – The Granada
11.11. US Minneapolis, MN – The Lyric At Skyway
11.12. US Chicago, IL – Concord Music Hall
11.13. US Detroit, MI – St. Andrew’s Hall
11.14. US Cleveland, OH – House Of Blues
11.15. US Rochester, NY – Water Street Music Hall
11.17. US Brooklyn, NY – Warsaw
11.18. US Baltimore, MD – Rams Head Live

DÉTERRÉ means ‘Unearthed” in French. This is exactly what the latest release from DESPISED ICON is. The EP consists of 5 old-school songs dating back to 2004. It seemed fitting to remaster and re-release these early recordings to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the band, which took form in 2002.

DÉTERRÉ was recorded throughout 2004 by Yannick St-Amand at Wild studio for a few songs and drums at Studio Victor while guitars, bass, and vocals by J-F Dagenais at his home studio. The band produced the album, and mixing was a joint effort between Yannick St-Amand and Jean-François Dagenais. Alexandre Goulet created the artwork for the EP.

Order your copy of DÉTERRÉ here.


• CD Jewel
• Cassette
o Gold (Band Exclusive)
• 10″ LP
o White w/ Gold + Black Splatter in gatefold (Band Exclusive)
o Gold with Black Splatter in gatefold
o Gold w/ Black Swirl in gatefold
o Grey with Black Swirl in gatefold

DESPISED ICON’s line-up for DÉTERRÉ is:
Alex Erian | Vocals
Steve Marois | Vocals
Eric Jarrin | Guitars
Yannick St-Amand | Guitars
Sébastien Piché | Bass
Alex “Grind” Pelletier | Drums

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Cognitive Sets the Metal Scene Ablaze with Their Latest Single and Explosive US Tour!

Prepare yourselves for an onslaught of bone-shattering death metal as New Jersey’s Cognitive releases their scorching new single, “Rot Eternal.” This blistering track is a glimpse into the band’s upcoming album, promising a relentless assault on your senses. Brace yourself and give it a listen:

“Rot Eternal” was the second composition to emerge from the depths of Cognitive’s creative cauldron. During their pre-production recording, the band realized they had something truly extraordinary on their hands. The repetition of riffs, the earth-shattering slam in the middle, and the unexpected outro all flowed seamlessly, creating a unique and captivating experience. Accompanied by Dahmer Art’s artwork, which perfectly captures the song’s lyrical theme revolving around everyone’s favorite topic—zombies—the single is a thrilling stand-alone release. But that’s not all, as the band teases the arrival of their new album next year!

But that’s not the only news from Cognitive—these masters of mayhem are currently embarking on a month-long North American tour alongside Portugal’s Analepsy. The Quiescence Tour kicked off on July 7th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and will continue until August 5th, concluding in Brooklyn, New York.

Prepare yourself for a relentless onslaught of brutal music as Cognitive dominates the stage, supported by the thunderous sounds of Wormhole and NecroticGoreBeast. This tour follows their recent successful stint supporting Gorod, solidifying Cognitive’s reputation as a force to be reckoned with in the live arena.

Here are the remaining tour dates for Cognitive’s North American rampage:

  • 7/12/2023 Brass Mug – Tampa, FL
  • 7/13/2023 Downtown Music Hall – Fort Walton, FL
  • 7/14/2023 Boozer’s – Corpus Christi, TX
  • 7/15/2023 Come and Take It Live – Austin, TX
  • 7/17/2023 Edge Bar – Tucson, AZ
  • 7/18/2023 1720 – Los Angeles, CA
  • 7/20/2023 Brick By Brick – San Diego, CA
  • 7/21/2023 X-Bar – Cupertino, CA
  • 7/22/2023 Old Ironsides – Sacramento, CA
  • 7/23/2023 The Cellar – Reno, NV
  • 7/24/2023 Metro Music Hall – Salt Lake City, UT
  • 7/25/2023 Trailside Saloon – Denver, CO
  • 7/26/2023 1867 – Lincoln, NE
  • 7/28/2023 Chicago Domination – Chicago, IL
  • 7/29/2023 Sanctuary – Detroit, MI
  • 7/30/2023 Montage Music Hall – Rochester, NY
  • 7/31/2023 Hard Luck – Toronto, ON
  • 8/01/2023 Piranha Bar – Montreal, QC
  • 8/02/2023 L’anti – Quebec City, QC
  • 8/03/2023 Jewel – Manchester, NH
  • 8/04/2023 Ralph’s Diner – Boston, MA
  • 8/05/2023 The Meadows – Brooklyn, NY

Cognitive’s journey began with the release of their EP and full-length album, which caught the attention of Unique Leader Records in 2016. Their album “Deformity” showcased the band’s unwavering dedication to their craft, intertwining their music with the dark legend of the Jersey Devil, a tale from their home state. This marked the beginning of Cognitive’s ascent in the death metal realm. With subsequent releases like “Matricide” in 2018, the band further honed their technical prowess, speed, and brutal songwriting, propelling them to new heights.

As touring became a way of life, Cognitive embarked on numerous treks alongside notable acts like Fit for an Autopsy, Rivers of Nihil, Through the Eyes of the Dead, Vulvodynia, and Lorna Shore. Their relentless pursuit of musical perfection also led them to grace the stage at Maryland Deathfest. Cognitive’s tireless work ethic and unwavering commitment to progress have transformed them into a touring machine, constantly pushing the boundaries of their art.

With the release of their latest album, “Malevolent Thoughts of a Hastened Extinction,” in 2022, Cognitive showcases their growth and exploration of new musical territories. Displaying diversity and masterful songwriting, the band fearlessly delves into new concepts, further solidifying their status as pioneers in their genre.

The current lineup of Cognitive;
R ob Wharton and Harry Lannon on guitars,
Shane Jost on vocals,
Tyler Capone-Vitale on bass,
and
AJ Viana on drums.

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Prepare yourself for an unrivaled auditory experience as Cognitive unleashes their sonic onslaught. Catch them live on their tour and immerse yourself in their world of unrelenting brutality and captivating musicianship.

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Prepare for Carnage: Ingested Unleashes Chaotic Video for ‘You’ll Never Learn’ and Announces Explosive European/U.K. Tour with Lorna Shore!

Today, the band has shared the video for “You’ll Never Learn” that was filmed at Bloodstock 2022 and Download Fest 2023 by Loki Films. Watch it here: You’ll Never Learn.


“You’ll Never Learn” is about the people you keep around in your life that continue to make the same mistakes without making a change.
Chances and patience run out, people will only stick by you for so long. Keep those true to you close, and drop that dead weight.”We shot this video across our two performances at the UK festivals Bloodstock and Download, and Loki Films managed to capture the utter chaos that ensued. Crack open a tinnie, roll a joint, bang your head or do whatever you do and enjoy the carnage of ‘YOU’LL NEVER LEARN.'”
Along with our brand new video, we are supremely buzzing to announce that we will be washing Europe and the UK in oceans of blood with our dear friends Lorna Shore, Rivers Of Nihil, and Distant this autumn! We can’t wait to get back out on the road and do what we do best, laying waste to every city that we touch!
-Ingested

INGESTED released Ashes Lie Still last fall via Metal Blade. Get it here

INGESTED is also pleased to announce that they will be hitting the road with Lorna Shore and labelmates Rivers of Nihil this November/December in Europe and the U.K.. Tour dates and ticket links below!

THE PAIN REMAINS EU TOUR 2023 Lineup / Itinerary:

LORNA SHORE
RIVERS OF NIHIL
INGESTED
DISTANT

05.11.23 Netherlands Den Bosch @ The Rock Circus
06.11.23 Germany Hamburg @ Grosse Freiheit 36
07.11.23 Sweden Gothenburg @ Gothenburg Studios
09.11.23 Finland Helsinki @ Black Box
10.11.23 Finland Tampere @ Pakkahuone
12.11.23 Sweden Stockholm @ Fryshuset
13.11.23 Denmark Copenhagen @ Amager Bio
14.11.23 Germany Hannover @ Capitol
16.11.23 Germany Berlin @ Astra
17.11.23 Germany Dresden @ Ballsportarena
18.11.23 Poland Warsaw @ Progresja
19.11.23 Czech Rep Prague @ Roxy
20.11.23 Hungary Budapest @ Barba Negra
22.11.23 Austria Vienna @ Simm City
23.11.23 Germany München @ Backstage
24.11.23 Italy Milan @ Alcatraz
25.11.23 Switzerland Pratteln @ Z7
26.11.23 Belgium Brussels @ AB
28.11.23 UK Birmingham @ Academy
29.11.23 UK Leeds @ Academy
30.11.23 UK London @ o2 Forum Kentish Town
02.12.23 UK Manchester @ Academy 1
03.12.23 UK Glasgow @ SWG3
04.12.23 UK Cardiff @ Great Hall
06.12.23 France Paris @ Bataclan
07.12.23 Germany Wiesbaden @ Schlachthof
08.12.23 Germany Oberhausen @ Turbinenhalle

Further info on the tour and tickets links can be found at: THEPAINREMAINS-EUROPE23

ABOUT INGESTED:
Ingested are the flagbearers of modern UK death metal. They have been churning out bilious anti-anthems for more than a decade-and-a-half, dropping a string of releases that have helped shape the genre. They return with Ashes Lie Still, their most dynamic, inventive, and daring release to date, holding nothing back. The band describes it as “a modern essential. It still has the core Ingested elements of groovy slamming riffs, quick drumming, and guttural vocals but there’s also atmosphere, ethereal moments, and some raw old school aggression.” Over the course of 10 tracks, Ingested hack, slash, and steamroll through everything in their path, and Ashes Lie Still easily stands as the highpoint of an already impressive career. Founded in 2006 in Manchester, England, Ingested have since toured extensively with Cannibal Corpse, The Black Dahlia Murder, Nile, Carnifex, and Revocation, and have been seen on European festival stages including Summer Breeze Open Air. Slimmed down to a three-piece, the band feels it is in the best place it ever has been, enabling the members to work at the top of their game.

Ashes Lie Still was mixed and mastered by Christian Donaldson. It was co-produced by the band and previous collaborator Nico Beninato, with drummer Lyn Jeffs living close to Beninato’s studio in Mallorca and recording his drums there, while Sean Hynes recorded his guitars at home in the UK with the producer assisting remotely. Vocal tracking was interrupted by Jason Evans falling seriously ill when finally making it to Mallorca and was ultimately tracked back in Manchester. Bass was again supplied by Dominic Grimard (Ion Dissonance/The Last Felony).

Ingested succinctly encapsulate their existence, saying, “We’ve always been the underdogs, always fighting for scraps. Well, it’s time to get out of the fucking way, because now it’s our turn to eat at the table.”

You’ve. Been. Warned.

INGESTED ARE:
Jason Evans – Vocals
Sean Hynes – Guitars + Backing Vocals
Lyn Jeffs – Drums

MORE FROM INGESTED:
“Ashes Lie Still” (Feat. Julia Frau)
“Shadows in Time”
“Tides of Glass”
“From Hollow Words” (Feat. Sven de Caluwé)
“All I’ve Lost” (Feat. Matthew K. Heafy)
“Echoes of Hate”

INGESTED ONLINE:
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