A roundup of the latest news from Napalm Records including updates on Monster Magnet, Kobra And The Lotus, Midnattsol and God Is An Astronaut
A few weeks ago the mighty MONSTER MAGNET fired off their first single “Mindfucker” to give you all a perfect idea of what to expect from studio album number 11.
Nothing less than total rock! And without a breath here comes number two! A smokin’ hot rocket fueled version of HAWKWIND lead singer Robert Calvert’s “Ejection” a true 70s classic. Isn’t that the most suitable choice EVER??
So turn up your speakers and check out this solid slab of aural bliss right HERE!
MONSTER MAGNET has always been rooted deep in the heart of true rock music. With the release of the HAWKWIND cover “Ejection” Dave Wyndorf undeniably pays tribute to the right gods!
“MINDFUCKER” will be released on March 23, 2018 and can be pre-ordered right
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The first single “Losing My Humanity” from KOBRA AND THE LOTUS’ upcoming album “Prevail II” is celebrating its track premiere with a lyric video!
The album will follow on April 27th 2018 via Napalm Records.
“Losing My Humanity” is an exemplary melodic feast of both guitar and vocal craftsmanship that anchors the Canadian four piece firmly in between hard rock and heavy metal with a modern touch and the occasional classic rock!
KOBRA about the new song and story behind:
“Ignorance is bliss. This song is the cynical point of view regarding the ways of human nature. We pretend we’ve been different but through out history we have always been a barbaric and brash species. The silence kept during times of pain or unjust suffering is profoundly loud. Does it make us better when we stand by and say or do nothing when we know something is wrong? I would argue it makes us almost the same. Take the words figuratively or literally I’m just calling it as I see it even if it’s me taking a clear look at myself in the mirror.”
This is not just another lyric video. It gives the perfect underlining of what the song is all about: a critical reflection of what humanity is all about and what it became in the past years.
Pre Orders are available now
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In December 2018, it was announced that Liv Kristine joined MIDNATTSOL as their official second singer – right next to her very talented sister Carmen Elise Espenæs.
The name „Espenæs“ rightfully makes people swoon: Liv Kristine and Carmen Elise were a vital part of a magnitude of gothic / symphonic / folk metal milestones – but so far a supergroup involving both sisters sharing microphone duties was only the stuff dreams were made of. This truly is full sister power!
Now the band has unveiled the first details of their upcoming album entitled “The Aftermath”.
This includes the first teaser release date album artwork track listing and available formats!
“The Aftermath” relies much more heavily on folk influences lending atmospheric density to the melancholic symphonic metal compositions. It is a sumptuous and sensual affair and a shimmering highlight in the discography of this German / Norwegian team!
Don’t miss out on the very first album teaser HERE!
“The Aftermath” OUT ON May 25th 2018 via Napalm Records!
Pre-order now
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“Intense rock instrumentation ethereal and emotional soundscapes by ambient instrumental band GOD IS AN ASTRONAUT await! Since forming 16 years ago the Irish trio GOD IS AN ASTRONAUT has reigned as one of the premier instrumental groups.
Their new album will move you deeply!
“Epitaph” is the first single and the title track of GOD IS AN ASTRONAUT’s upcoming album – out on April 27th 2018 via Napalm Records.
“Epitaph” sets the album`s mood. There is pain and loss at work here but not pain and loss that are given in to. Sparse piano motifs face energetic rhythm shimmering guitar coatings and eruptions of dense fury breathe life into a journey of melancholic longing.
GOD IS AN ASTRONAUT comments on the new video: ““We wanted the video to capture the horror, “vulnerability to the aftermath that faces a family over a tragic loss.”” <overwhelming grief and the dark reality of an untimely death. The video features post mortem photography as it directly reflects the subject matter. This song touches on everything from childhood innocence (vulnerability) to the moment;
Watch the video here
The cover artwork was painted by French artist Fursy and fits the melancholic mood beautifully:
TRACKLISTING
1. Epitaph
2. Mortal Coil
3. Winter Dusk/Awakening
4. Seance Room
5. Komorebi
6. Medea
7. Oisín
Set for a release on April 27th, ‘Epitaph’ is now available to pre-order now
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