Under The Shadows started as a side project by Elias Negrin (Julian’s Lullaby, ex-Disharmony, ex-Decadence) with Aris Negrin on drums and a couple of collaborations, Eric Castiglia on vocals and Dimitris Koskinas on lead guitars.
Lyrics by Anna Spanogiorgou
New Music Coming Soon — 1/25/2024
Pic: Juho Virinkoski
Rattleplague, a five-member metal and music enthusiast ensemble that made its initial mark in the early 2000s, has crafted a sound characterized by fiercely groovy riffs combined with angry and melodic vocals. The band, having worked on new music in the depths of Rajamäki Liquor Factory rehearsal space, now unveils the robust “Last To Rule The Reign” along with a lyric video.
The theme of the single revolves around the narcissistic and delusional worldview of a self-appointed ruler, a concept sadly prevalent in the world today. The vocalist of the band, Pete Alander, who wrote the song’s lyrics, shares, “We are living in a peculiar period in human history, where we can only guess with horror what kind of megalomaniac will be chosen to lead some superpower again. ‘Last To Rule The Reign’ is dedicated to all bullies, and through it, we want to wish only ill will to all despots. Your reign will be short, and no statues will be erected in your honor.”
Rattleplague drummer Esa Riiheläinen provides insight into the band’s current state and future plans: “It was great to release a new song after a relatively long break. ‘Last To Rule The Reign’ is powerful material, and it’s great to come back into the game with this song! We are constantly creating new music, and the plan is to add new stamps to the gig calendar.”
The band’s guitar duo, Sami Manner and Riku Vuorio, add, “The song started to take shape from a short riff, to which additional elements were gradually added. Guitar patterns were refined for a long time, and the end result is devilishly catchy to listen to.”
Rattleplague bassist Tommi Kaikkonen concludes, “We’ve been forging this for a while, but perhaps it’s precisely due to the patient crafting that all the pieces have fallen into place. We didn’t rush at all but let the process unfold at its own pace. It’s great to continue Rattleplague’s story from here.”
In 2016, Rattleplague released a six-track debut EP, “Bourbon Scenes,” followed by the successful singles “Feed The Queen” (2018) and “Curtains” (2019), both of which had accompanying music videos. The band has also performed live at various venues, including Hyvinkää Rockfest’s after party and a tour in Turkey, Istanbul. Recently, the band has been seen at live performances, including Rantakulmarock festival and Mäikä Klubi.
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Tokyo riff lords Sable Hills have shared their electrifying new single ‘Odyssey’ just a few days after announcing their signing to Arising Empire. It is the title track of the band’s highly anticipated third album, due for release this April.
Stream ‘Odyssey’ here: https://arisingempire.com/odyssey
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/C7J8Yb8KS1o
Known for their dynamic blend of intense riffs and melodic harmonies, Sable Hills continue to redefine the boundaries of metalcore, captivating fans across the globe. Odyssey promises to be a groundbreaking addition to their discography, showcasing their unique style and musical prowess. Fans are eagerly counting down the days to the full album release, anticipating a collection of tracks that will further cement Sable Hills‘ status as titans of their genre.
Guitarist Rict comments: “The new song ‘Odyssey’ is the beginning of our long journey. We have a new member and a new label. Finally we’re ready to go. The song is very melodic, and also heavy. Very metal, and also hardcore. We’ll release this song with 100% confidence. So excited to show our new sound to you.”
Sable Hills have captivated audiences with their electrifying headline tours, notably Chaos J.P. 2023, which featured the likes of Like Moths To Flames and Knosis, led by Ryo Kinoshita, former vocalist of Crystal Lake. This tour marked an important return to Japan for these acts after a long hiatus.
The band’s ascent to prominence was ignited by their debut album EMBERS (2019), which received widespread acclaim and positioned them at the pinnacle of Japan’s metal scene, allowing them to share the stage with renowned Japanese bands such as coldrain, Crystal Lake, and international heavyweights Fit For A King and After The Burial. Appearing at major festivals Bloodaxe Festival at Club Citta Kawasaki and True North Festival at Shin-Kiba Studio Coast further enhanced their reputation.
The release of their second album DUALITY marked another high point in their career. The album’s release tour, extending from Japan to Europe, included performances at Wacken Open Air in Germany and Brutal Assault in the Czech Republic. At Wacken2022, Sable Hills achieved an historic victory, winning the METAL BATTLE 2022, a first for a Japanese band.
In 2023, the band kept on striving forward, selling out their show at Spotify O-WEST and performing at major festivals including coldrain‘s BLARE FEST, KNOTFEST and at Wacken Open Air for the second consecutive year. Their very own FRONTLINE FESTIVAL at Kawasaki Club Citta was a resounding success, attracting close to 1000 attendees.
Sable Hills are:
Takuya Mishima – Vocals
Wataru Yuasa – Guitar & Vocals
Rict Mishima – Guitar
Takuya Ueda – Bass
Keita Kondo – Drums
Sable Hills online:
www.instagram.com/sablehillsjp
www.tiktok.com/@sablehillsjp
www.facebook.com/sablehillsjp
twitter.com/sablehillsjp
www.sablehills.jp
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