Photo credit: Gustavo Valderrama

Netherlands-based heavy/stoner/doom metal outfit, Thorndale, have announced a September 12 release date for their sophomore full-length, Spiritual Chains. They have also just dropped the album track, “Battles Fought In Vain,” as a video single. Watch it below and read more from the band.

Pre-order Spiritual Chains here:
https://thorndale.bandcamp.com/album/spiritual-chains

This highly anticipated follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2024 debut, Lightning Spawn, promises a darker and more mature sound, showcasing the band’s evolving artistry and the addition of a second guitar player to their lineup. Comprised of seasoned musicians from notable acts such as Adarrak, Killing Darlings, Embers of Oblivion, Epinikion, and Primal Charge, their unique blend of heavy, stoner, and doom metal has resonated with fans worldwide, setting the stage for Spiritual Chains to be a significant release.

Spiritual Chains was recorded across various studios in North America and Europe, a testament to Thorndale’s commitment to sonic excellence. Jeff Henson (Duel) lends his talent to the album, featuring a guest solo on the track “Exiles and Masters”. The album was mixed and mastered by Rickard Bengtsson and Stafan Karlsson at Sweetspot Studios in Halmstad, Sweden (Arch Enemy, Spiritual Beggars).

Spiritual Chains tracklisting:
1 – Veins of the Phoenix
2 – Battles Fought in Vain
3 – Gods of Pain
4 – Twenty Thousand Souls
5 – Spiritual Chains
6 – Exiles and Masters

Line-Up:
Gustavo Valderrama – Vocals
Peter Shannon – Guitars
Maarten Jungschläger – Guitars
Zigor Munoz – Bass
Guest musician: Rob Stone – Drums

Follow Thorndale:
https://www.facebook.com/share/16x4cvKPUv/
https://www.instagram.com/thorndaleofficial/
https://thorndale.bandcamp.com/
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/thorndale/1720315641
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6cFKQSl7J1VPlleVj8KXSo
https://youtube.com/@thorndalemusic