South Korean deathcore group Loss Of Infection sign with Sliptrick Records
Loss Of Infection is a South Korean deathcore band formed in January 2019 when Heewook-Lee, Seolmin kim and Jongwook-Shin left the band Tornself, which was active in Daegu, and recruited bass player Jaehyeop Oh, former member of Noa. In the early days, the group pursued a rather slow tempo, a doom element and a core tendency. Loss Of Infection released their first single, Venom Prison (2019), but soon changed their style and released a second single, The Haunted (early 2020), which is faster and with a stronger tendency toward hardcore.
In the first half of 2019, the band mainly performed with local metal bands but in the second half of 2019, they started supporting major band such as Slaughter To Prevail, Within Destruction, Signs Of The Swarm. Loss Of Infection are influenced by Chelsea Gran, White Chapel, Black Tongue, Falsifier, Thy Art Is Murder, Varials, Knocked Loose, etc, which features the development between death metal and hardcore but the group are also suitable for deathcore, doom and ambient audiences. They are currently recording the upcoming EP release Dark Dimension.
Loss Of Infection are:
Heewook Lee – Vocal | Seolmin Kim – Guitar | Jaehyeop Oh – Bass | Jongwook Shin – Drum
Band links: Facebook | Youtube | Instagram | On Sliptrick
GMA Awards 2019 - The Results
After one month of voting, nearly 6,000 votes cast and countless sharing across all social media platforms by us and nominees alike, the time has come to announce the winners of the GMA Awards 2019.
But before that happens, there will be a change to how the nominees are cast. For 10 months of the year we will be running a series of rounds from which the 10 finalists will be recognised for the annual event.
The system will work as thus: nominees elected in the month of January are voted for in February... February nominees voted in March, etc and finishes with nominees in October being voted for in November - the finalists will then be voted for across the month of December and into early January 2021; finishing 8th January 2021.
Now that's put out into the open, we can finally reveal the winners of the GMA Awards 2019.
Release Of The Year
Fleshgod Apocalypse - Veleno (19.8%)
Eluveitie - Ategnatos (16.6%)
Jinjer - Macro (13.9%)
Oomph! - Ritual (9.2%)
Kryptos - Afterburner (7.4%)
Tyr - Hel (7.1%)
Unleash The Archers - Explorers (7.1%)
Myrath - Shehili (7%)
Sabaton - The Great War (6.9%)
The Hu - The Gereg (4.9%)
Best Live Act
Jinjer (The Ukraine) - (27.6%)
Eluveitie (Switzerland) - (15.2%)
Sabaton (Sweden) - (11.3%)
Alien Weaponry (New Zealand) - (9.9%)
Myrath (Tunisia) - (9.1%)
Lacuna Coil (Italy) - (8.2%)
Underside (Nepal) - (7.2%)
Crescent (Egypt) - (4.9%)
Hatari (Iceland) - (3.6%)
Odd Crew (Bulgaria) - (3%)
Breakthrough African Metal Band
Mythos (Egypt) - (35.5%)
Berzek (Algeria) - (11.3%)
My Veins (Madagascar) - (9%)
Iron Sliver (Gabon) - (8.1%)
Woltemade (South Africa) - (6.7%)
Roar Of Heroes (Cameroon) - (6.7%)
Nebulosa Difusa (Angola) - (5.9%)
Oydis (Libya) - (5.6%)
Arka'n (Togo) - (5.6%)
Kawn (Morocco) - (5.5%)
Breakthrough Asian Metal Band
Trainwreck (Bangladesh) - (35%)
Mary's Blood (Japan) - (21.1%)
Bloodywood (India) - (10.4%)
Slaves To Sirens (The Lebanon) - (6.6%)
The Dead Sea (Jordan) - (5.5%)
Ekwon (Iran) - (5.4%)
Holy Dragons (Kazakhstan) - (5.1%)
Reign In Slumber (Cambodia) - (4.2%)
Afreet (Afghanistan) - (3.3%)
Fecundation (South Korea) - (3.3%)
Breakthrough European Metal Band
Odd Crew (Bulgaria) - (17.1%)
Forever Still (Denmark) - (12.7%)
Elusion (Belgium) - (11.6%)
Setheist (Poland) - (11.2%)
Synlakross (Spain) - (8.8%)
Scarleth (The Ukraine) - (8.2%)
E-An-Na (Romania) - (7.9%)
Awakening Sun (Lithuania) - (7.8%)
Kobold (Serbia) - (7.3%)
Crossbones (Albania) - (7.3%)
Breakthrough UK Metal Band
Black Pyre (Wales) - (20.6%)
Aeons (Isle Of Man) - (14.6%)
Inferiem (Scotland) - (10.4%)
Fear Bound (England) - (10.3%)
Zombified (Northern Ireland) - (9.9%)
Pravitas (England) - (9.6%)
Dog Tired (Scotland) - (7.5%)
Djinova (England) - (6.9%)
Outright Resistance (England) - (6.2%)
Byzanthian Neckbeard (Guernsey) - (3.9%)
Breakthrough North & Central American Metal Band
Astaroth Incarnate (Canada) - (32.8%)
Human Equation (Mexico) - (11.6%)
From The Graves (Cuba) - (10.9%)
Reactor (El Salvador) - (8.4%)
Stromptha (Greenland) - (7.6%)
Athica (Panama) - (7.5%)
Redhead Match (Costa Rica) - (6.1%)
Gangrena Cerebral (Dominican Republic) - (5.2%)
Transgresión (Puerto Rico) - (5.1%)
Aversia (Nicaragua) - (4.9%)
Breakthrough Oceanian Metal Band
Scythian Fate (Australia) - (26.2%)
Sons Of Solomon (Solomon Islands) - (16.1%)
Hunt The Witch (New Zealand) - (13.1%)
Abide Till Death (Papua New Guinea) - (8%)
Shepherd's Reign (New Zealand) - (7.6%)
Surrender The Thief (Guam) - (6.6%)
Redsphere (New Caledonia) - (6%)
The Relativ (Fiji) - (5.9%)
Dropvkal (Vanuatu) - (5.5%)
Pōturu (French Polynesia) - (5%)
Breakthrough South American Metal Band
Suicidal Drinkers (Argentina) - (17.1%)
Visceral Decay (Ecuador) - (13.3%)
Maze Of Terror (Peru) - (12.2%)
Holder Of Souls (Brazil) - (12.1%)
Inner Betrayer (Colombia) - (9.5%)
Weight Of Emptiness (Chile) - (8.7%)
Khymor (Paraguay) - (7.9%)
Territory (Uruguay) - (7.1%)
Worship The Pestilence (Bolivia) - (6.8%)
Cultura Tres (Venezuela) - (5.4%)
Breakthrough International Metal Band
Infected Rain (Moldova) - (11.4%)
Forever Still (Denmark) - (8.7%)
Ade! (Italy) - (8%)
Cultura Tres (Venezuela) + Overthrust (Botswana) - (5.6%) - tied on vote numbers.
Festival Of The Year
Bloodstock Open Air (England) - (28.4%)
Heavy MTL (Canada) - (22%)
Bangalore Open Air (India) - (17.8%)
Copenhell (Denmark) - (6.4%)
Eindhoven Metal Meeting (The Netherlands) - (5.4%)
Goathell (Croatia) - (4.5%)
Hard Rock Laager (Estonia) - (4.5%)
Eistnaflug (Iceland) - (4.1%)
Kaltenbach Open Air (Austria) - (3.8%)
Hammersonic (Indonesia) - (3.1%)
Music Video Of The Year
Rammstein - 'Deutschland' - (21.6%)
Fleshgod Apocalypse - 'Sugar' - (21.2%)
Eluveitie - 'Ategnatos' - (12.8%)
Jinjer - 'On The Top' - (11.6%)
Myrath - 'Born To Survive' - (8%)
Sabaton - 'Bismarck' - (7.9%)
Alien Weaponry - 'Blinded' - (7.2%)
Arka'n - 'Tears Of The Dead' - (4.6%)
Underside - 'Wild' - (3.2%)
Oomph! - 'Tausend Mann Und Ein Befehl' (1.9%)
Global Metal Ambassador 2019
Gojira (France) - (28.1%)
Freddy Lim (Taiwan) - (21.4%)
Jake Shuker & Monzer Darwish (Syria) - (9.7%)
Sahil Makhija (India) - (8%)
Rock Arka'n (Togo) - (4.9%)
Roy Dipankar (India -'Extreme Nation' director) - (4.6%)
Overthrust (Botswana) - (4.1%)
Zarraza (Kazakhstan) - (3.5%)
World Metal Congress (International) - (2.2%)*
* Later withdrawn by request of nominee.
South Korea's Dark Mirror Ov Tragedy unveil new music video from forthcoming album
South Korean symphonic black metal group Dark Mirror Ov Tragedy have released their first official video culled from their forthcoming album The Lord Ov Shadows, due worldwide via Sliptrick Records on Jan 22nd, 2019. The track is the 6 and a half minute opus I Am The Lord Ov Shadows and shows the band in all their dark, heavy and progressive beauty. Classical gothic music is the outstanding essence of Dark Mirror Ov Tragedy, with anguished vocals and brooding instruments performing chapters and poems which evoke nothingness and wholeness, darkness and daylight, beauty and ugliness!
Check out the video:- https://youtu.be/VtQgF17JwB0
"The Lord OV Shadows, finally emancipated, ordering ourselves to face the inner creature, through endless slaughter of our kind dwelling in the deepest darkness and fear. Alas, the moment of encounter, The Lord Ov Shadows has arrived."
Director & Production Designer: Senyt
Director of Photography: Junhyung Lee & Wooram Jeong
The Lord Ov Shadows (out January 22nd, 2019 on Sliptrick Records) available now on pre-order from: Shop Sliptrick
Dark Mirror Ov Tragedy are:
Material Pneuma – Vocals
Gash – Guitars
Senyt – Guitars
Reverof – Bass
Confyverse – Drums
Genie – Keyboards
Official Website | Facebook | Youtube | Instagram | On Sliptrick
Vietnamese / South Korean Prog Metalcore outfit Windrunner debut 'Sakura' music video
Once again it's release day for the Progressive Metalcore outfit Windrunner, who have teamed up with Dreambound to premiere the music video for their latest effort, "Sakura".
The female-fronted Vietnamese band is joined in the video by Sang Yul Song, vocalist for the South Korean band End These Days, whose screams perfectly compliment clean vocalist and front-woman Duong's in this aggressive, energetic and yet still melodic single. While Windrunner strive to create new, unique and introspective music that doesn't resemble anyone else's, a few comparisons might come to mind: if you're a fan of Erra or Invent Animate, you will surely find something to sink your teeth into. From the groove these guys bring to the table, to the fantastic cleans that could rival some pop stars', Windrunner are here to make a statement and an impression.
We've asked the band to shed some light on the track and what it means to them:-
"Sakura portrays the complex feelings one might experience when you put a lot of trust in the people who are dear to you, yet you don't get the same in return. It can turn into disappointment, anger, sadness and overall just bring a negative energy into your life. However, it is important to realize and respect the difference between each individual, rather than forcing our expectations onto others. It is okay to feel all these emotions, and sometimes it hurts, but after all of that, it is important to keep a clear head, embrace the good times, and continue to pursue what you believe in."
You can pre-order or pre-save the band's debut full length, due out November 30th, now, and get all the singles as gratification tracks right away.
Windrunner are a progressive metalcore quintet hailing from Hanoi, Vietnam. Founded in early 2015 from the merger of two renowned Vietnamese metalcore bands: Epione and Alive In Sight, Windrunner quickly made a name for themselves with their unique blend of rhythm and melodies, groovy yet intricate riffs, soothing ambience, melodic guitar lines, coupled with catchy vocal choruses from female vocalist Duong Bui. Their debut EP "VUI" was released in June 2015 and received positive acclaims from around the world.
Since then, Windrunner have actively toured around Vietnam, South East Asia and South Korea, supporting bands such as Attila, Secrets, Benighted, Hiss From The Moat, Coldburn, King Ly Chee, Born From Pain, Earthists, and many others. Their debut full length, "MAI", is slotted for release on November 30th, 2018 via Famined Records.
Pre-order or pre-save MAI now to get all singles as instant gratification tracks
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South Korea's Dark Mirror Ov Tragedy sign with Sliptrick Records
Joining the ranks at Sliptrick Records this week is the South Korean Dark Symphonic / Black Metal group Dark Mirror Ov Tragedy.
"Naturalness within unnaturalness, or the gathering between sorrow and ecstasy"
From various forms of musical expression, the Dark Mirror Ov Tragedy themes use spontaneous minor key melodies which deeply infect the listener's sensitivity. Coming from the existing local music standards, their breaking and mixing of musical styles is not easily categorized. The group have an inclination toward experimental and progressiveness which further incite and stimulate the listener's mind. All coming from their strong creative base. Dark Mirror Ov Tragedy, with their flashing musical sensibilities and outstanding song-writing pay close attention to their evolving course.
The band name Dark Mirror Ov Tragedy is taken from the Middle-age prophet Nostradamus, who saw the through his mirror, a dark and cursed future. Like their name, the music is the combination of small pieces of echoing memories from their own life experiences carved together by going back and forth from the dark to the light. They conjure these sources with basic instruments such as guitar, bass, drums and keyboard with a natural combination of minor keys which fully express their eastern sentiments.
Classical gothic music is the outstanding essence of Dark Mirror Ov Tragedy, with anguished vocals and brooding instruments performing chapters and poems which evoke nothingness and wholeness, darkness and daylight, beauty and ugliness!
The Lord Ov Shadows | Released TBA, 2018 on Sliptrick Records
Decibel Magazine premieres song of South Korean thrashers Sahon
South Korean thrash metal band Sahon play aggressive thrash metal with the heart in the right place. I'm sure you won't find many such bands, especially from that part of the world. Decibel Magazine premiered a ripping track HERE, with the following words by writer Vince Bellino -
"If you like your thrash relentless and fast as hell, Sahon have what you seek. The South Korean thrashers have been tearing it up for nearly two decades in their hometown of Seoul, releasing six albums since 2002."
1. Faith of Savagery
2. At The Edge Of Cliff
3. Survive
4. Condemnation
5. Charge Till The End
6. Born To Lose Live To Win
7. Joy Of Hatred
8. You Shall Pay
South Korean thrash metal band Sahon have been waging a war against stereotypes since the late '90s and forging a sound that distils the best elements of extreme metal into a form of thrash metal that holds its own when pitted against the rest. Their latest release encapsulates the struggle over the years and showcases their affinity for their culture and music. From the quaint painting to the very structuring of these aggressive songs, Sahon are proud of their Korean heritage and that is what makes them unique today.
Sahon Facebook
Label Bandcamp
Label Facebook
Transcending Obscurity Asia Site
South Korean thrashers Sahon re-emerge with their new album
Chang Myeong Lee - Guitar
Yong Ho Lee - Vocals and Bass
Kyoung Hong Kim - Drums
GMA Awards 2017 'Release Of The Year' Part 3/6
The 'Releases Of The Year' series are albums chosen by myself as the best release from each country / dependency known to have an official release in the year 2017. These are alphabetized in country order so are easy to navigate. Each award has national flag featured alongside the band name, Release Of The Year' and Facebook link (where provided)
"Release Of The Year" from Guyana
Feed The Flames - "Kyk-over-Al"
https://www.facebook.com/FeedTheFlames.F.T.F/
"Release Of The Year" from Honduras
Vendetta - "Un Nuevo Orden"
https://www.facebook.com/vendettahn
"Release Of The Year" from Hong Kong
Shepherds The Weak - "Biformity"
https://www.facebook.com/shepherdstheweak
"Release Of The Year" from Hungary
Nadir - "The Sixth Extinction"
http://www.facebook.com/Nadirhungary
"Release Of The Year" from Iceland
Auðn - "Farvegir Fyrndar"
https://www.facebook.com/audnofficial
"Release Of The Year" from India
Demonic Resurrection - "Dashavatar"
http://www.facebook.com/DemonicResurrection
"Release Of The Year" from Indonesia
Death Horizontal - "Death In A Dream"
https://www.facebook.com/DeathHorizontal/
"Release Of The Year" from Iran
Tarantist - "Not A Crime"
http://www.facebook.com/TarantisT
"Release Of The Year" from Iraq
Cyaxares - "House of the Cosmic Waters"
https://www.facebook.com/CyaxaresOfficial?fref=ts
"Release Of The Year" from Ireland
Na Cruithne - "Gairm an Fhiantais"
https://www.facebook.com/nacruithne/
"Release Of The Year" from Israel
Soul Enema - "Of Clans & Clones & Clowns"
http://www.facebook.com/pages/SOUL-ENEMA/115452471818030
"Release Of The Year" from Italy
Aevum - "Dischronia"
https://www.facebook.com/AevumOpera/
"Release Of The Year" from Japan
Crossfaith - "Freedom"
https://www.facebook.com/crossfaithofficial
"Release Of The Year" from Jordan
Eternal Insomnia - "The Endless River"
https://www.facebook.com/Eternal.Insomnia/
"Release Of The Year" from Kazakhstan
Inside The Flames - "Your Life Worth Nothing"
http://insidetheflames.bandcamp.com/
"Release Of The Year" from Kenya
In Oath - "The Bread of Disposition"
http://www.facebook.com/pages/IN-OATH/335937972959
"Release Of The Year" from South Korea
Formal Apathy - "The Upper Hand"
https://www.facebook.com/formalapathy
"Release Of The Year" from Kyrgyzstan
Shahid - "Откровение"
http://vk.com/shahid_hc
"Release Of The Year" from Laos
Rotkin - "Promo 2017"
https://www.facebook.com/Rotkin-442294702617692/?ref=page_internal
"Release Of The Year" from Latvia
Frailty - "Ways of the Dead"
http://www.facebook.com/FrailtyMetalOfficial
Canada's Visions of the Night unveil 'Supreme Act Of War' artwork
Canada's Death / Black military-inspired metallers Visions of the Night have revealed the artwork for their upcoming release 'Supreme Act of War'.
The album will feature the return of Todd Hansen (King Parrot, The Berzerker) on session drums and a guest appearance by a metal legend to be announced next week.
The album will be released at the start of their Asian tour in Seoul, South Korea on November 25.
www.facebook.com/VotNofficial
www.youtube.com/VisionsOfTheNight
www.twitter.com/VotNnmetal
www.gab.ai/VisionsOfTheNight
www.minds.com/VisionsOfTheNight
Brazil's Nervochaos release mini-documentary from Asian tour!
Nervochaos' most recent Asian tour - co-headlined with Krisiun and presented by Alpha Omega Management's Alpha Omega Tours - was a success and has received a mini-documentary. In the video we will see the band's passage through Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Indonesia. Watch it here! https://www.facebook.com/NervoChaos/videos/10155486328839645/ or via YouTube here: https://youtu.be/Dq87mOqX-9M
Documentaries for Brazil and Latin America have also been made available, be sure to check out:
Latin America - https://www.facebook.com/NervoChaos/videos/10155462243224645/
Brazil https://www.facebook.com/NervoChaos/videos/10155438464439645/
All concerts are part of the promotion tour of the recently released 'Nyctophilia'. The album can already be bought at the main specialized stores of the market, either directly with the band, by email, Facebook or in the official store: https://goo.gl/aF7Xkx.
Nervochaos released their new album 'Nyctophilia' on March 10th in Brazil via Cogumelo Records. The art of both the cover and the booklet was created the talented Brazilian artist Alcides Burn (Blood Red Throne, Acheron, Iconoclasm, Malefactor, Queiron, Headhunter DC, etc). 'Nyctophilia' was recorded in Italy at Alpha Omega Studio, along with producer Alex Azzali, who is also responsible for mixing and mastering the work. Check out the outstanding 360° live studio video for the song "Total Satan": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2AntmUMeGQY
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NERVOCHAOS: www.nervochaos.net - www.facebook.com/NervoChaos