Skate-Punk legends Pulley have release a well received new album called ‘The Golden Life’ on SBÄM Records in 2022. After releasing videos for their singles ‘Lonely’ and ‘Golden Life’, Pulley now come along with a banger music video for the album opener, ‘Repeat Offender’.
A video that not only shows the band performing in front of a trailer that reminds us a lot of the cover artwork of ‘The Golden Life’ – it also transports the story the song tells us about constantly antagonizing.
On September 22nd 2023, Monumental Rex will internationally present Lacrau’s debut full-length album, Axioma, on CD digipack format.
Formed in the mountainous region of Serra da Estrela, Portugal, Lacrau introduces Axioma – a conceptual work that combines Depressive, Black and Doom Metal elements to tell a story inspired by the legendary Scandinavian senicide ritual. It is told that the practice consisted in elderly people throwing themselves, or being thrown, from precipices after becoming unable to take care of themselves or perform everyday tasks. Written in Portuguese, the lyrical narrative describes the ritual from different angles: the realization of the burden, the journey to the cliff, the induced feelings and the acceptance of the fate.
Axioma unfolds during six tracks totaling 38 minutes. The opening track sets the tense mood for the gloomy tale. The next four chapters immerse the listener into the storyline by means of aggressive, melancholic and melodic riffage, harsh extreme vocals, dynamic and punchy drums, and an overall dense and crisp sonority. The closing piece establishes the aftermath ambience of the rite of passage. Thus, all tracks create a continuous soundscape that seamlessly represents the ebb and flow of the narrated events.
Featuring members from Carma and Everto Signum, Lacrau recorded and produced Axioma independently. Abstract and symbolic illustrations, hand-drawn by Lacrau, complement the story, while the design and layouting tasks were carried out by Infected Minds.
Start exploring Axioma with the track ‘Declínio’ available at Monumental Rex’s YouTube channel as well as on Bandcamp, where the album and merch preorders are active.
US thrash metal powerhouse Deth Kaktus is thrilled to announce their recent signing with Wormholedeath for the reissue of their album ‘Prick.‘ The album, which is set for re-release on September 9th, 2023, showcases Deth Kaktus’ relentless energy and their unique fusion of thrash, death, and metalcore.
Deth Kaktus’ highly anticipated debut album, ‘Prick,’ is a culmination of years of dedication and evolution. The band’s unwavering commitment to their craft is evident in the relentless revisions and rewrites each song endured until reaching their final form. Recording the album proved to be an intense journey for the band, as they meticulously honed their material in a basement studio. Engineered, mixed, and mastered by the band’s own Matt Garvey, ‘Prick’ captures the raw essence of Deth Kaktus’ sound and serves as a testament to their passion and creativity.
‘We never tried to write songs of a particular style or sound,‘ says Deth Kaktus. ‘If a riff made us feel something in our cold dead hearts, we knew it was something to work with. And we hope it makes everyone who listens feel something as well.‘
Hailing from Clifton, NJ, Deth Kaktus was formed in 2008 by Matt Garvey and Sean Orozco, who initially connected through a Craigslist ad seeking a guitarist for a Metallica cover band. The band experienced various lineup changes before solidifying their current roster, which features the powerful vocals of Manny, the thunderous drums of J.C. Garcia, and the return of bassist Adam Osetek. Together, they unleash a cataclysmic sonic assault that fuses elements of thrash, death, metalcore, and more, resulting in their distinct and face-meltingly epic sound.
Having conquered stages across the tristate area, Deth Kaktus is poised to bring their music to a global audience through their partnership with Wormholedeath. Joining the esteemed roster of bands under Wormholedeath’s banner, Deth Kaktus is eager to expand their reach and connect with metal enthusiasts worldwide.
‘We are excited to be signing with legendary metal label WormholeDeath,‘ declares Deth Kaktus. ‘Joining their incredible and diverse family of bands is a dream come true for us. We can’t wait to bring our music to a whole new global audience.‘
To stay updated on Deth Kaktus and their upcoming releases, please visit their official website dethkaktus.com.
You can also follow them on social media through the following links:
www.facebook.com/DethKaktus
www.instagram.com/dethkaktusnj
www.youtube.com/@dethkaktus8789
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