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(news – new single) FALLSTAR DROP NEW SINGLE, ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM!

Fallstar’s sixth studio album sees the band coming into their own, understanding the qualities of their previous records and how they relate to the band’s identity; all culminating in the control and authority displayed on Sacred Mirrors.

Most artists won’t admit that they set out to intentionally replicate a previous album, but Fallstar readily acknowledges it’s exactly what they meant to do with Sacred Mirrors. “We found formulas and voices that really work for us and we’re gonna refine that. Sunbreather set the standard for what we are as a band and we wanted to make that record again, but even better.” The songs are diverse, but the record as a whole is the most cohesive project the band has ever completed. “Picking singles was miserable because there are no clear winners. All the songs can stand on their own.”

Sacred Mirrors was written before the band’s most current Facedown album Sunbreather was even released, but recording for the album wasn’t begun until the winter of 2021. Musically, the goal for Sacred Mirrors was to hone the structure and style created on Sunbreather; lyrically the message is straightforward: “Self reflection is the sacred mirror.”

Sacred Mirrors will be released on July 14, 2023. The first single “Doomsayer” is out now.Listen: 
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Pre-Orders will be launching next month and include some amazing looking, very limited colored vinyl.  Keep an eye out for that.  

(review) Exitus – ‘Liebyrinth’

Roots of Czech band Exitus go back to 1989 when Vladan Pražák and Víťa Ferenčák formed this band but disbanded in 1991. Now, thirty years later, with help of some new forces in the band, they released their opus containing twelve songs, one being a Pro-Pain cover. Exitus play that nineties old school thrash metal with one leg being in the eighties European school of thrash and one with some hardcore influences of early nineties, or maybe crossover even. Vocals are harsh and music is like running through a gauntlet of warriors who batter you with their metal gloves on your head and I don’t mean that in a bad way. Songs like ‘Final Solution(…of Existence)’, ‘World Error’ or ‘Apocalypse Never’ are sure to win you over for sure. Guitar work is chainsaw and brutal with some melodic hook here and there thrown in for good measure. I love Eastern European scene with so much good bands coming out and waiting to be discovered every day. This is fast, aggressive, groove, no holds barred thrash metal angry attack in your face.

8/10

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(news – new video) Stryfe rocks the world with ‘Velvet Revolution’ music video from ‘Cursed Theatre’!

L.A.-based metal band Stryfe is excited to present their music video, ‘Velvet Revolution’ from their debut album, ‘Cursed Theatre.’ In partnership with WormHoleDeath, Stryfe will re-release the album on April 21st, 2023, showcasing their powerful sound and captivating vocals.
Each member brings a wealth of musical experience and heritage, which has led to the creation of a unique sound in “Cursed Theatre.” The album tells the story of overcoming life’s challenges and becoming a better version of oneself, making it an enjoyable listen for fans of metal and all music enthusiasts.