Hard-hitting Australian metal bandCarbon Black has announced a partnership with Wormholedeath for the release of ‘We Remain’ Special Edition. The album was initially released independently in 2022 and received critical acclaim, with several positive reviews. Carbon Black is thrilled to partner with Wormholedeath to bring their music to even more audiences around the world.
‘We Remain’ is an album that Carbon Black is immensely proud of, and for good reason. The album was recorded piece by piece throughout 2020 and 2021, during a time of great personal and global turmoil. Despite the challenges, the band persevered, and the result is a powerful collection of songs that speak to the experiences of the last two years. Legendary producer Kevin “Caveman” Shirley, known for his work with Dream Theater and Iron Maiden, mixed the album, adding his immense experience to create a truly thunderous mix that sets the bar higher than ever. The song “Under Order” also features a guest appearance by former Judas Priest vocalist Tim Ripper Owens.
“We are extremely excited to announce our partnership with Wormholedeath to bring a Special Edition of ‘We Remain’ to a worldwide release,” said Carbon Black. “With their professionalism and proven history, we’re certain the album will reach many more ears than ever before!”
Carbon Black is based on the south coast of New South Wales, Australia. Their debut EP ‘Principium’ impressed the critics, scoring 4/5 in both ‘Heavy Mag’ and ‘Metal as F*ck.’ The band’s first album, ‘End of This,’ recorded with ARIA award-winning producer/engineer Lachlan Mitchell, received very positive reviews and exposed the band to many new ears with a string of coveted local shows sharing the stage with Max & Igorr Cavalera, Marty Friedman, Voivod, and more.
Carbon Black’s lineup includes Jonathan Hurley on vocals, Steve Giles on drums and percussion, Rob Giles on bass guitar, and Damon Bishop on guitar. The band’s blend of social and political commentary and a lot of heart has earned them a loyal following and critical acclaim.
Saudi Arabian musician and songwriter,DUSK, has officially signed with Wormholedeath for the distribution and promotion of his upcoming album, ‘Spectrums’. Set for release on June 30th, 2023, this highly anticipated debut full-length album promises to be a thrilling addition to the progressive djenty core metal realm, and a gateway for new audiences and fans.
DUSK’s musical journey began as a DJ from a young age, performing in events and contests from 2014-2018. He then transitioned to producing original music, exploring various different genres such as EDM, Hip-hop, Pop, Jazz, Soul, and Rock. In late 2019, DUSK released his debut metal EP ‘Ascension,’ which was followed by single releases and a second EP ‘To Where I Belong’ in 2021. With ‘Spectrums,’ DUSK takes listeners on an emotional journey, discussing real topics and relatable stories that will connect with fans of all genres. The album features both local and international vocalists, allowing for a range of perspectives and creative input.DUSK states, “With the name ‘Spectrums’ came the main idea for the record, which is giving the music and letting everyone DUSK wanted to work with, put their creative input and point of view, discussing real topics and relatable stories so that the average listener feels the connection and experiences a full emotional journey throughout the whole album.” The album is set to feature influences from Currents, Born of Osiris, Novelists, and Deftones, and anything under the progressive djenty core metal realm. Fans can expect to be taken on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, exploring topics such as betrayal, disposition, love, hate, and hope.
DUSK’s signing with Wormholedeath is a significant step forward in his musical journey. He says, “I am positive that with my vision and Wormholedeath’s vision, this will be the best way to achieve the maximum efficiency for this album and my future path.”
Catalan-based metal rising force Halflighted is thrilled to announce they have signed a record deal with Wormholedeath Records. The band has been hard at work creating their debut album, ‘Obloquy,’ set to release on June 2nd, 2023.
‘We’re excited to finally show the world what we’ve been creating in the shadows these last years,’ says Halflighted. ‘This debut album is the fusion of five completely different influences that have landed at a midpoint, far from any compromise with the listener. These five years of hard work have spawned an uncompromising offering that won’t hide in the dark any longer.‘
‘Obloquy’ combines Gothic undertones, Death Metal forces, Progressive tints, classic Rock drumming, a fair amount of Psychedelia, and many other hidden influences. The exact genre of this uncompromising soundscape is left up to the listener to decide. Sung in English, Catalan, and German, the lyrics of the album explore themes of war, inner struggles, and despair through various points of view.
Recorded in the spring and summer of 2022 by Varg The Mighty in Redrum Studios and mixed and mastered by Javi Félez in Moontower Studios, ‘Obloquy’ is a highly anticipated debut. The album art has been masterfully designed by Óskart, the band’s guitarist.
Halflighted was conceived in 2018 by the minds of Óskart and Mark in Catalonia after the split of Mark’s previous Death Metal band Dryzer. Their initial idea for a Death Doom Metal project slowly evolved into an eclectic and genre-defying opus as the current line-up consolidated itself in the following years.
The current line-up includes Óskart on guitar, Mark on bass and vocals, Varg The Mighty on guitar, synth, and vocals, Pepe on drums, and MAD on vocals.
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