Israeli prog metallers Scardust have just signed a record deal with the Frontiers Music Srl label. Almost simultaneously, the band unleashed their new track and video, “Game of Now”, heralding the start of their European tour this month. Watch the video below, and find out more.
“We are super excited to begin this new Scardust era by joining the home of legends like Yes, Boston, Whitesnake, and the list goes on. We’re kicking off this journey with t he release of a new single, alongside our most ambitious video project to this date. Definitely different from anything we’ve done so far, but still got our DNA all over it. Check it out, spread the word, and chant with us. The game is on!”, says the band.
Scardust, the progressive metal powerhouse known for pushing the boundaries of music and storytelling, is set to captivate audiences once again with their latest visually stunning music video that takes viewers into a world of a futuristic, dystopian live show, where the musicians spotlight moments in front of the crowd are controlled by an algorithm. The soundtrack to “Game of Now” is a sonic masterpiece that weaves together complex melodies, anthemic themes, and thought-provoking lyrics, showcasing Scardust’s signature style, but giving it an unexpected twist.
The track delves into the challenges and struggles faced by social media influencers in the digital age. It explores the relentless pursuit of instant gratification in today’s society, shining a spotlight on the endless cycle that is today’s reality, where influencers are expected to be trendy, but only those who create the trends themselves, get to truly become influencers.
The music video, directed by Noa Gruman and Lahav Levi, is a cinematic masterpiece that brings the song’s themes to life. Set in a dystopian future, the video introduces a cast of characters that includes The Algorithm played by Danny-Ly Ziser, a mysterious figure with a punk-inspired look, and the “Sellout” Influencers (played by band members Yoav, Orr, Aaron, Gal) who are being fully controlled by the algorithm, and the “Assasin” influencer played by Scardust singer, Noa Gruman.
See Scardust on tour with Blind Guardian on the following dates:
September 22 – Saarbrucken DE – Garage
September 23 – Frankfurt DE – Offenbach Stadhalle
September 25 – Wroclaw(Breslau) PL – A2
September 26 – Warsaw PL – Progresja
September 28 – Berlin DE – Huxleys
September 29 – Stuttgart DE – Liederhalle Beethoven
September 30 – Lichtenfels DE – Stadthalle
October 02 – Cologne DE – E-Werk (862Km)
October 03 – Milan IT – Alcatraz
October 04 – Rome IT – Orion
Scardust is:
Noa Gruman – Vocals
Yaov Weinberg – Drums
Orr Didi – Bass
Aaron Friedland – Keyboards
Gal Gabriel – Guitars
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