STORMHUNTER: “Best Before: Death” to be released on March 21st!
The new album from the southern German heavy metallers STORMHUNTER will be called “Best Before: Death” and will be released on March 21st via MDD Records! The longplayer was recorded and produced at Iguana Studios under the direction of Christoph Brandes, while Timon Kokott provided the artwork. The first look at the cover is enclosed. “Best Before: Death” is described by the band as their “most personal album” to date, as various experiences from the band’s environment have been incorporated into the work. The 11 new tracks (incl. two instrumentals) with sophisticated guitar work and a variety of melodies should satisfy every fan of classic German Heavy Metal. A first taste will be available soon, the band’s next live dates are below.
French metalcore quintet LANDMVRKSreturn with a video for their brand new single ‘Creature’, out now via Arising Empire.
The band teamed up with cinematic genius Pavel Trebukhin (Trivium, Imminence) in collaboration with Le Turk for the music video, which has a distinct Stranger Things feel, blending eerie mystery with LANDMVRKS‘ explosive energy.
After dedicating time to honing their craft, LANDMVRKS emerge with what they confidently call their “best ever result.” ‘Creature’ is more than a song; it’s an experience that encapsulates the essence of the band’s evolution and their relentless pursuit of musical excellence. The single confirms their commitment to pushing boundaries and delivers a unique, immersive experience for their fans.
The band comment:
“‘Creature’ is the first single from LANDMVRKS‘ new chapter, which explores the fears we bury deep inside ourselves instead of exploring and facing up to them. They end up resurfacing even stronger. The creature taking possession of the body is a metaphor for this.”
LANDMVRKS will embark on a European/UK headline tour later this year, with special guests The Devil Wears Prada and Like Moths To Flames. A full list of confirmed dates can be found below.
»LANDMVRKS Europe / United Kingdom Headline Tour 2024« Special Guests: The Devil Wears Prada, Like Moths To Flames 16.04.24 Switzerland Zürich Dyanmo 17.04.24 France Lyon La Rayonne 18.04.24 France Strasbourg Laiterie *low tickets* 19.04.24 France Reims Cartonnerie 20.04.24 France Paris Cigale *low tickets* 22.04.24 France Lille Splendid *selling fast* 23.04.24 France Rouen Le 106 24.04.24 France Nantes Warehouse 25.04.24 France Angoulême La Nef 26.04.24 France Toulouse Bikini 27.04.24 France Nimes Paloma 30.04.24 Germany München Backstage Werk *low tickets* 01.05.24 Czech Republic Prague Meet Factory *selling fast* 02.05.24 Hungary Budapest Akvárium *low tickets* 03.05.24 Austria Wien Simm City 04.05.24 Germany Leipzig Felsenkeller *low tickets* 05.05.24 Germany Berlin Huxley *selling fast* 07.05.24 Denmark Copenhagen Pumpenhuset 08.05.24 Germany Hamburg Grosse Freiheit 36 *low tickets* 09.05.24 Germany Nürnberg Löwensaal *selling fast* 10.05.24 Germany Frankfurt Batschkapp *low tickets* 11.05.24 Netherlands Tilburg 013 – SOLD OUT! 12.05.24 UK Manchester Academy 2 *low tickets* 14.05.24 UK Birmingham Xoyo *low tickets* 15.05.24 UK Leeds Stylus *selling fast* 16.05.24 UK London Electric Brixton *selling fast* 17.05.24 Belgium Antwerp Zappa *low tickets* 18.05.24 Germany Köln Essigfabrik – SOLD OUT! 19.05.24 Germany Köln Essigfabrik *low tickets* 21.05.24 Netherlands Tilburg 013
Formed in 2014, LANDMVRKS signed a record deal with Arising Empire in 2018 to release their second studio albumFantasy. The record followed the band’s independently released debut album Hollow in 2016, which was entirely produced by FlorentSalfati (vocals) and NicolasExposito (guitar).
Continuing to build their name with their own fresh take on metalcore, the release of Fantasy saw LANDMVRKS travel the world, playing in Japan, embarking on several headline tours and supporting While She Sleeps and Stray From The Path on a UK/European tour.
While on the road, LANDMVRKS focused on writing material for their third album Lost In The Waves, released in 2021 via Arising Empire. Recorded at Salfati‘s studio (Homeless Records), the production of Lost In The Waves was the band’s most accomplished and organic to date, showcasing their highly distinctive and uncompromised sound.
LANDMVRKS are:
FlorentSalfati – vocals RudyPurkart – bass NicolasExposito – guitar Paul C. Wilson – guitar KévinD’Agostino – drums
German metalcore quartet Defocus have announced their new album, and released their electrifying new single ‘flatlines’. Their second album there is a place for me on earth is due 1st March via Arising Empire.
The track follows the band’s previous singles ‘biased’, ‘let the bond be my grave’ and ‘crooked mind’, their first new songs since their highly acclaimed debut album In The Eye Of Death We Are All The Same.
Founded by SimonMüller, JeffreyUhlmann, JonasMahler and Marcel “Bambam” Heberling, the German quartet launched in 2019, instantly proving their worth in the scene with their energetic live shows and their hard-hitting debut album In The Eye Of Death We Are All The Same.
Defocus are:
Simon Müller | Vocals Jeffrey Uhlmann | Guitar Marcel “Bambam” Heberling | Bass Jonas Mahler | Drums
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