RECKLESS MANSLAUGHTER premiere new track at NoCleanSinging.com

Today, German death metallers Reckless Manslaughter premiere the new track "Befouled Commandments" at heavily trafficked web-portal NoCleanSinging.com. The track is the second to be revealed from the band's highly anticipated fourth album, Sinking Into Filth, set for international release on October 21st: Memento Mori will release the CD version while Fucking Kill Records will release the vinyl LP version. Hear Reckless Manslaughter's "Befouled Commandments" in its entirety exclusively HERE.

Summoned in North Rhine-Westphalia in November 2008, the walking corpse known as Reckless Manslaughter is living proof that death has many faces, covering all tempo variations and unaware of trends or conventions, all the while maintaining a core personality of their very own. To descend into the nether regions where these death metal acolytes dwell is to be left to fester in a desolate and fathomless realm whose landscape is filled to the brim with violent blasts, crushing mid-tempo sections, gloomy doom-ish parts, and atrocious growls, rounded off with a sprinkling of eerie Finnish melodies. 

Reckless Manslaughter are nothing if not dependable, and across their three full-lengths to date - 2011's Storm of Vengeance, 2013's Blast Into Oblivion, and 2019's Caverns of Perdition - the Germans have proudly upheld the banner of pure & total DEATH METAL. And thankfully, they show no signs of letting down that banner with their fourth full-length, Sinking Into Filth. Like its album predecessors, Sinking Into Filth is all too accurately titled, with wave after wave of world-eating riff & vocal swallowing the listener whole. Reckless Manslaughter here exude a uniquely "gloomy bounce" in their stridently surging songcraft; the energy is felt in full - usually, in the listener's chest cavity - but a paradoxically sorrowful sensation is intertwined into these judiciously compact compositions. What results is something both hypnotizing and HEAVY, in all senses of the world...or, simply, this filth is fucking HUGE. The climax comes with the closing ten-minute epic "Risen From the Mass Grave," which literally sounds like its title. Need more hints? Just check out the cover art, courtesy of Lucas Korte.

Maniacs of Bolt Thrower, Finland's Demigod, Benediction, Asphyx, and Sinister should already be familiar with Reckless Manslaughter. Those who aren't are encouraged to begin Sinking Into Filth: expect nothing but utter annihilation and uncompromising, underground-worshipping Metal of Death!

Continue worshipping with the brand-new track "Befouled Commandments" exclusively HERE, courtesy of NoCleanSinging.com. Begin worshipping with the previously revealed "Retreat Into Nothingness" HERE at Memento Mori's official YouTube channel. Aforementioned cover art and tracklisting are as follows:

Tracklisting for Reckless Manslaughter's Sinking Into Filth

1. Caverns of Perdition

2. Befouled Commandments

3. Awaiting My Demise

4. Retreat into Nothingness

5. Aktion 1005

6. Ruf der Leere

7. The Sacred Lie [Diabolical Imperium cover]

8. Risen from the Mass Grave

 

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Ukrainian Power Metallers DEFIANT to Release 'Time Isn't Healing' in November

Ukrainian Power Metal quintet DEFIANT will release sophomore full-length album Time Isn't Healing November 25. The album's title track is streaming here:

Since its formation in 2008, DEFIANT's mission has been to enthrall fans with a brand of power metal that is as muscular as it is melodic. DEFIANT went on to release no less than three EPs and 2012's full-length debut Masquerade, collectively laying the groundwork for what can only be called its magnum opus: Time Isn't Healing. The crunching riffs and soaring leads of guitarist Andrey Turkovsky blend seamlessly with the epic, often breathtaking keyboard work of Victoria Terzieva, while Stanislav Proshkin's gritty yet tuneful vocals offer a captivating stamp of distinction. The clanging bass lines of Oleg Yakovlev and airtight drumming of Eugeniy Smolin form a robust rhythmic foundation.

But it's the quality and consistency of the songwriting that is perhaps most impressive about the new album. Whether the up-tempo power metal pummel of "Milestones of Time" or the mid-tempo elegance of "According to the Acts," Time Isn't Healing sinks the hooks in deep and keep the listener in a state of rapt attention from beginning to end.

Fans of HELLOWEEN, RAGE, and similar icons of the genre are strongly encouraged to give this one a spin.

Album teaser video:
Album artwork by Mayhem Design.

Track Listing:

1. Strom (Intro)
2. Milestones in Time
3. The Jericho
4. Funeral Feast
5. Time Isn't Healing
6. According to the Acts
7. The Dream
8. Don't Trust the Words
9. The Truth and the Lie
10. The Grief
11. Soul is Burning
12. The Eagle

NORTHERN CROWN Bring the Doom with "Les Autres"

Florida Doom Metal force NORTHERN CROWN in conjunction with Metal Underground are proud to announce the premiere of "Les Autres," a track from forthcoming album The Others. Stream it at the link below.


NORTHERN CROWN will release of full-length debut album The Others on October 14. Following 2014's critically acclaimed EP In the Hands of the Betrayer, the new album from NORTHERN CROWN is stretching out to new heights, with emphasis on the rock organ and a less rigid approach to the genre.

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Check out another new track, "With Malicious Eye," at the following link:



Main songwriter and guitarist Zachary Randall notes that "this is easily the most personal art I've ever created, both musically and lyrically." The care and attention to detail have refined the songs, creating real character and vision. NORTHERN CROWN is the sound of realization and reaction, with a touch of smoke and mirrors. Equal parts austere and ostentatious, but heavy all the way through.

Vocalist/guitarist Frank Serafine notes, "we know what we're good at now, and focused more on bringing out those performances from each other." The long-running title track, recalling a quote from philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, is sure to be another enthralling critical favorite.


Serafine summons a heady blend of his influences, such as Ronnie James Dio, Rob Halford, Roy Khan, and Jorn Lande, for his performance. Former NORTHERN CROWN founding member Leona Hayward returns to the fold, rounding out the rhythm section with a heavy Steve Harris/Geezer Butler-inspired attack. Drummer Josh Brown is guided by the rule of elegant simplicity in his stylings and momentum. Guest performers on The Others also include NIGHTFALL/DARK HOUND guitarist Evan Hensley and organs by Vincent Perez.

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SACRED STEEL Streaming New Song 'Let There Be Steel'

German Heavy Metal veterans SACRED STEEL are streaming a new song from forthcoming album Heavy Metal Sacrifice. Stream "Let There Be Steel":

SACRED STEEL will release Heavy Metal Sacrifice October 14 on Cruz Del Sur Music. The album was recorded at Music Factory Studio Kempten (Germany), and was produced by Sacred Steel and Christian Schmid. The album will be available on Compact Disc (digipack edition), vinyl LP (featuring Sacred Steel's embossed logo), and digital formats. Stream the title track at this location.
The release of Heavy Metal Sacrifice will be a celebratory event marking the group's 20th anniversary, offering fans SACRED STEEL's most compelling album yet. Featuring highlights "Let There Be Steel," "Hail The Godz Of War," "Children Of The Sky," and the title track, SACRED STEEL sets in motion a war machine that will crush all enemies of true heavy metal!

Pre-order CD and Vinyl from the Cruz Del Sur Music Store.

"Draw up a sword-wielding, tried-and-true, un-budgeable classic metal band and what you get is Sacred Steel."
- Dead Rhetoric

"The songs of Sacred Steel are full of hooks and engaging surprises."
- Sea of Tranquility

"Another chapter of solid, uncompromising and memorable heavy metal."
 - Dutch MetalManiac

The band has already announced a round of shows to accompany the release of the album. Confirmed dates are as follows:

10.15.2016 - 20 years of Sacred Steel Festival & Heavy Metal Sacrifice Record Release Party with SACRED STEEL, TANKARD, STALLION, TRAGEDY DIVINE (Reunion Gig), and SEPTAGON
Ludwigsburg (GER) - Scala

10.21.2016 - Vienna (A) - Escape

10.22.2016 - Phantoms of Pilsen - Pilsen (CZ)

11.12.2016 - Burn This Town Festival with ROSAE CRUCIS, HAMMER KING, BATTLE RAM, and GRAAL
Rome (IT) -  Traffic Club

1.13.2017 - Hamburg (GER)  - Bambi Galore

Progressive Rock/Metal Masters SOURCE Streaming New Song

Boulder, Colorado's SOURCE have released a new song from forthcoming album Return to Nothing.

SOURCE will release Return to Nothing September 23 on Pavement Entertainment. The band combines a unique blend of Progressive Rock/Metal with intricate melodies and ferocious riffs.  SOURCE takes music, art, and philosophy to a new level with Return To Nothing. Listen to opening track "Forgiveness" and pre-order the album at this location.

Check out exclusive stream of "The Essence"


In other news, SOURCE have announced a Fall Tour of the U.S., beginning with a CD Release Show on September 23 in Boulder at KMG Studios.  Confirmed tour dates are as follows:
9/23 - Boulder, CO @ KMG Studios
9/29 - Moorhead, MN @ The Garage Bar
10/1 - Janesville, WI @ The Back Bar (JJO Sonic Boom Midway Party)
10/2 - Green Bay, WI - TBA
10/5 - Warren, MI. @ The Ritz
10/6 - Toledo, OH. @ Realm
10/7 - Battle Creek, MI. @ The Music Factory
10/8 - Bradley, IL. @ The Looney Bin
10/9 - Joliet, IL. @ The Tree of Joliet
10/11 - Eau Claire, WI. @ The Plus
10/12 - Savage, MN. @ Niesen's
10/13 - Cedar Rapids, IA. @ Otis' Tailgator's
10/14 - Waterloo, IA. @ Spicoli's
10/15 - Rock Island, IL. @ RIBCO
10/16 - Altoona, IA. @ Brewhouse No 25
10/19 - Kansas City, MO @ All Star Rock Bar
10/20 - Joplin, MO. @ Guitars HOLD
10/21 - Cape Girardeau, MO @ Blue Diamond Sports Bar
10/22 - Springfield, IL. @ Capitol City

Return to Nothing Track Listing:

1. Forgiveness
2. Memories of Yesterday
3. The Essence
4. The Word Source
5. Return to Nothing
6. Complaisance 
7. Consumed
8. The Serpent
9. Quadrant
10. Veil of Doubt*

*CD Bonus Track

Formed in 2013, Ben Gleason, Dan Crisafulli, and Georges Octobous create consciousness-based music through the exploration of flotation tanks, philosophy, meditation, yoga, and other embodiment and mindfulness practices. Their music is an expression of the sensations experienced on this planet, the profoundness of the human experience and the beauty of all that is. 

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