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News

Metalcore/post hardcore band Ways. releases new single/video ‘Erase’!

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Ways. is a Metal Alternative / Post Hardcore band from Paris, France. The band offers a powerful, dynamic and melodic music close to alternative metal and post-hardcore. The band is most prominently influenced by bands such as Architects, Alexisonfire, The Ghost Inside, Thrice, Underoath and more.

After the opening for famous bands such as Sidilarsen (FR), Full Throttle Baby (FR), Napoleon (UK), Svalbard (UK), The Prestige (FR), Bukowski (FR), Resolve (FR), many tours in Spain, an incredible tour in Cuba in May 2019 and a participation in one of the biggest Metal festival in Portugal ‘The Vagos Metal Fest’ with Dagoba (FR) or even Jinger (Ukraine), Ways. is still moving.

The band recently announced a new line-up with Etienne (Colossus of Destiny) on drums and Anthony (Lies We Sold) on bass. Ways. is actively working on his next CD (release scheduled for 2023). The first single ‘Why do we fall?’ of the upcoming EP was released in February of this year and it has been very well received by listeners (especially on Spotify with numerous entries on editorial playlists and on YouTube), as well as by national and international media outlets (webzines, radio, etc.). The next track is called ‘ERASE’ is avalailable on all streaming platforms.

‘Erase’ is about the regret of not being able to see the struggles of a loved one during a period of self-discovery. It’s the inability to be empathetic, even when the feelings might be obvious.

Watch the music video ‘Erase’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wA0QpPEWrK8

‘Erase’: https://open.spotify.com/intl-pt/album/4wvl0CfWyUx83cMDqiYUSS

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Female fronted prog metal discovery Antipod drops ‘Nouvelle ere’ (Lyric Video)!

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ANTIPOD, the acclaimed female-fronted progressive metal ensemble, is thrilled to announce the release of their latest lyric video, ‘Nouvelle Ere.‘ The track serves as an emblematic glimpse into their upcoming album, ‘Eveil,’ set to be released worldwide on September 8th, 2023 through Wormholedeath.

The lyric video for ‘Nouvelle Ere’ showcases ANTIPOD’s signature fusion of powerful melodies, intricate instrumentals, and thought-provoking lyrics. The song explores the turmoil of progress and the blinding pursuit of profit, reminding us of the precarious state of humanity’s existence. With a foreboding atmosphere that seeps into our very beings, the lyrics question the enigmatic undercurrents of this new era and ponder the fate that awaits our planet. They raise poignant concerns about finding hope amidst futility while encouraging listeners to rediscover the true meaning of our existence and safeguard the Earth we call home.
The captivating visuals and creative direction of the “Nouvelle Ere” lyric video are credited to Volume Agency.

Antipod initially began as a solo project called Mythrillium, led by Sebastien who composed music without any specific expectations. After sharing his creations with musician friends, they encouraged him to record tracks in a studio. Steven Segarra, the creator and guitarist of ‘Wedingoth,’ was contacted to assist with recording, contributing most of the guitar and bass lines due to his multi-instrumentalist abilities. Several guest musicians were invited to participate in the album, including Steven Segarra, Julien LAGNIER, Fabien LACROIX, and Stéphane MONSÉRRAT.
Over time, there have been lineup changes, with notable additions including Jemina on vocals, the official role of Stéphane, and Élias on guitar, while Gregory departed for personal reasons and was replaced by Aurelien on drums.

Connect with ANTIPOD online to stay updated on their latest news and releases:

www.facebook.com/antipod.sl
www.instagram.com/antipod69
www.youtube.com/@antipodmusic8120

Reviews

(review) Parlangua – ‘The Return Of…’

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Hailing from Birmingham, Alabama, I think Parlangua is a one man project/band. According to their page, it started as stoner rock project but evolved towards more gruesome and macabre side of things, meaning horror! This one contains ten songs and it sounds dirty, rawer and swampy, you can almost feel the moist and swamp coming off the guitar work and thundering greasy rhythm section. Vocals are more shouted and barking than singing but fit with music like this band/project is playing. There is occasional melody rearing its ugly head here and there through all the ugliness of the punk rock. If I must describe the music of Parangua, it would be a mixture of raw horror punk, death rock with some goth influences and garage punk, that would be my description of the combination Parangua plays. As I said, lyrically they delve more into horror side of things with songs like ‘Predator’, ‘Are You Afraid Of The Dark?’, ‘Dead Ringer’ and ‘Necromantic’ standing out. I love my horror punk more melodic and more catchy, but this one is alright for being a soundtrack for some Rob Zombie-like horror movie.

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