Out NOW Via Metal Blade Records Words by: Courtney Stark Fort Lauderdale’s underground extreme metal overlords Monstrosity have long been cemented as one of the genre’s more vicious forces, and like many within the metal sphere, Friday the 13th of March 202666 has proven to be a nexus point — a date where both established […]Blog
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MONSTROSITY: Screams From Beneath The Surface
Out NOW Via Metal Blade Records Words by: Courtney Stark Fort Lauderdale’s underground extreme metal overlords Monstrosity have long been cemented as one of the genre’s more vicious forces, and like many within the metal sphere, Friday the 13th of March 202666 has proven to be a nexus point — a date where both established […] -
NUCTEMERON: Demonic Sceptre
Out NOW Via I Hate Records Words by: Courtney Stark Trier is a city in Germany more readily associated with its wine-soaked reputation and its moniker as the ‘second Rome,’ owed to its time as a capital of the Roman Empire in the late 1st century BC. It lays claim to Germany’s oldest church and […] -
Body-Cam Footage of Justin Timberlake’s DWI Arrest Is Released
A glassy-eyed and slurring Mr. Timberlake alternates between disbelief, annoyance and occasional humor during his 2024 arrest in Sag Harbor, N.Y. -
The Melmacs – "Lazy Hearts"
Just when I thought I couldn’t possibly love The Melmacs any more, they’re back with another new single that shoots straight to my heart. Now the band’s fourth single released in advance of the forthcoming album EUPHANCHOLIA, “Lazy Hearts” is perhaps its purest pop song to date. It’s a total earworm. I’m not sure it’s humanly possible to create a song catchier than this one — this tune is like caffeine for the soul! You could be having the worst day ever, and then this song comes on, and suddenly your possibilities are endless and your hopes are bright. The band puts so much energy into this musical performance, and Bimmi sings every note with absolute joy.
This song resonates with me because it’s an anthem of encouragement to all those people out there who feel like failures because they haven’t yet accomplished the things that society expects of them. But the twist is that they’re not failures since they hold on to their dreams and cling to the belief that there has to be more to life than having lots of money and status. The band has dedicated this song to the “stamped daydreamers and true believers” who ultimately make this world a better place. So cheers to all the “lazy boys, all the lazy girls” with their hearts full of gold, and cheers to The Melmacs for making music that restores my faith in humanity. I’ve been playing this track on repeat and getting pumped for EUPHANCHOLIA, which will be out April 10th on Bakraufarfita Records & Wanda Records in Germany, Spaghetty Town Records in the USA, and Beluga Records in Sweden. I can’t wait! -
The Melmacs – "Lazy Hearts"
Just when I thought I couldn’t possibly love The Melmacs any more, they’re back with another new single that shoots straight to my heart. Now the band’s fourth single released in advance of the forthcoming album EUPHANCHOLIA, “Lazy Hearts” is perhaps its purest pop song to date. It’s a total earworm. I’m not sure it’s humanly possible to create a song catchier than this one — this tune is like caffeine for the soul! You could be having the worst day ever, and then this song comes on, and suddenly your possibilities are endless and your hopes are bright. The band puts so much energy into this musical performance, and Bimmi sings every note with absolute joy.This song resonates with me because it’s an anthem of encouragement to all those people out there who feel like failures because they haven’t yet accomplished the things that society expects of them. But the twist is that they’re not failures since they hold on to their dreams and cling to the belief that there has to be more to life than having lots of money and status. The band has dedicated this song to the “stamped daydreamers and true believers” who ultimately make this world a better place. So cheers to all the “lazy boys, all the lazy girls” with their hearts full of gold, and cheers to The Melmacs for making music that restores my faith in humanity. I’ve been playing this track on repeat and getting pumped for EUPHANCHOLIA, which will be out April 10th on Bakraufarfita Records & Wanda Records in Germany, Spaghetty Town Records in the USA, and Beluga Records in Sweden. I can’t wait! -
THE ABSOLUTION SEQUENCE Announce First Ever Full-Length, Dread Cycle, Out on August 14th ~ New Video Now Streaming
Tasmanian devils THE ABSOLUTION SEQUENCE have set an August 2026 release date for their highly-anticipated full-length album, Dread Cycle.
Following a string of EPs and singles, the album promises to be the band’s most incendiary work yet. Slated for release via Bleeding Art Collective, with distribution by Blood Blast Distribution, Dread Cycle is set to solidify the band’s position as a premier name in contemporary technical death metal.
THE ABSOLUTION SEQUENCE is prepping fans for what’s to come with the release of the official music video for the album’s first single, “Ghost Mantra.”
The band comments on the song’s lyrical concept: ‘“Ghost Mantra’ is all about being surrounded and taunted by the apparitions of our ancestors, and the sacrifice of the lowly in order to maintain the status quo. What comes with these haunting feelings is the overwhelming presence of guilt, as we watch the poor die horribly and step over their bodies to see out our goals. ‘Ghost Mantra’ is a solemn bow to those who have suffered. A showing of respect and gratitude.”
Watch the video now at this location.
Follow THE ABSOLUTION SEQUENCE on Spotify.
Track-listing:
1) Despotic Ruin (Diet of Worms)
2) Idols of Confraternity
3) Ghost Mantra
4) The Sordid Miasma
5) The Nightlight Sigil
6) Promethean Pilferage
7) A Mire Caked in Nativity
8) Grinding the Sphere
9) The Diary of the EmaciatedDread Cycle was produced by Chris Themelco and mastered by the world-renowned Jens Bogren at Fascination Street Studios. The album was written by THE ABSOLUTION SEQUENCE.
Line-up:
Stephen Cusato – Rhythm Guitar/Backing Vocals
Steven Mason – Rhythm Guitar
Alastair Boon – Bass/Backing Vocals
Luke Tucker – Lead Guitar
Nick Machin – Drums
Luke Sanderson – Drums
Shawn Wells – Lead VocalsBIO:
Emerging from the isolated, unforgiving wilderness of Tasmania, THE ABSOLUTION SEQUENCE has carved out a unique identity within the Australian extreme metal scene. Their sound is a direct reflection of their homeland’s “dark isle” reputation, a place defined by a sinister history and a cold, remote landscape that stands in stark contrast to the Australian mainland.
The band has developed a signature style of Technical Death Metal that balances high-velocity musical prowess with a deeply immersive, atmospheric undertone. The band has earned a wide array of mainland and international support slots from Nile, Archspire, Thy Art is Murder to Psycroptic, Northlane, Make them Suffer and others.
They also competed in the “GOOD THINGS 2022” Band Competition in Victoria. Their proven consistent success in the Tasmanian Metal scene has garnered them a reputation as a reliable and sought after headlining act.
Source: ClawHammer PR
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facebook.com/theabsolutionsequence
instagram.com/theabsolutionsequence
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Opera IX – Put Out ‘Veneficium’ Song
As part of their recently announced new studio album Veneficium, due on May 22nd via Edged Circle Productions, Opera IX offer in listening the first single called “Veneficium”.
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‘We’re Finally Here’: BTS Returns With Sold-Out Concert and New Album
The K-pop supergroup BTS performed their first concert in over three years in Seoul on Saturday following the release of their new album, “Arirang,” on Friday. Thousands of fans came out to hear one of the biggest names in K-pop. -
Darkthrone – Detail Upcoming Long Player
The legendary Norwegian duo Darkthrone has announced the release of a new full-length offering, Pre-Historic Metal, on the 8th of May through Peaceville Records. Recorded at Chaka Khan Studios with production work conducted by Ole Øvstedal, Silje Høgevold & Mads Luis. Mastering by Jack Control at Enormous Door, and Maor Appelbaum Mastering.
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