Underground death metal crew, Contrarian, are soon due to unleash their sixth studio album, Escaping Depravity. Consisting of one track in seven parts, it lands on November 27, via Willowip Records, on vinyl, CD, and digital formats. They band are now streaming parts 1-4 as a single, along with a visualizer video. Watch it below.
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ALBUM REVIEW: Avrak – Avrak
Founded in 2023, Norwegian act Avrak is the brainchild of guitarist Ted Skjellum (aka Nocturno Culto of legendary Black Metallers Darkthrone) and vocalist/guitarist Anders Hegna of Nød, and El Kayenne. With their name rooted in Norse mythology (Avrak and Alsviðr were two horses that drew the chariot bearing the sun) you could be forgiven for thinking the band’s primary subject matter would be derived from Nordic history and folklore. However, while those themes and inspirations may be present, their eponymously titled album focuses more on personal empowerment, fighting back in a time of increasing corruption.
Night Cobra (Necrofier, Ex-Eternal Champion) Share Their Single “Keepers of the Cult” – New Album Coming Soon
Old school Texan metallers, Night Cobra, are coiled in preparation for the release of their new album, Beware the Dark Future. The full-length arrives on November 6th, via Nameless Graves Records, and features a guest appearance from former Vicious Rumors member, James Rivera. The band are already streaming the opening track, “Keepers of the Cult.” Catch it below and read more.
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