Wolf’s Calling is a new folk metal project with Ukrainian and Russian roots that was started by two musicians in the pacific northwest. They recently released their debut EP “Волчий Зов“, after 2017′s debut single “Земля ждет / The Earth Is Waiting“. Indigenous and pagan songs, as well as traditions of the Slavic origin, shaped the theme of the band. Bands such as Arkona, Alkonost, Korpiklaani, Wardruna, Altai Kai and Ensiferum were a big inspiration during the growth and development of their musical paths. As the band states, their name, Wolf’s Calling, symbolizes our disconnection with nature. Their lyrics speak of the fear and hatred that the modernized human culture has over the wild and animals such as the wolf. It is also about regaining our vision and connection with nature and calling out for an end to environmental destruction. The band hopes to inspire people Read more →

German epic black metal band Firtan from Lörrach have signed to AOP Records and will release their second full-length album on July 13th, 2018! The new album will be entitled “Okeanos” and it was produced at Klangschmiede E with Markus Stock who also produced numerous great bands like Helrunar, Secrets of the Moon and many more. It turned out to be the most complex and advanced work if Firtan so far and the band is really proud to present it to you soon! The first track will be premiered on May 17th 2018. They have unveiled the cover artwork, done by noone less than Denis Forkas Kostromitin, known for his work with Behemoth for example! Pre-orders will start soon.

Tracklist:
1. Seegang
2. Tag Verweil                   Read more →

Fans of the Norwegian extreme melodic genre in general, and of Cor Scorpii in particular, have waited ten long years for the follow up to the band’s critically acclaimed debut album “Monument“. And now, at last, the long wait is over with the band set to release their sophomore full-length “Ruin” on the 15th of June 2018 via Dark Essence Records. “Ruin“, the result of a lengthy, and at time arduous, songwriting process, draws its inspiration from classical music, folk melodies and the soundscapes of Nordic extreme metal. This time the band also introduces instruments atypical in metal, such as the accordion and the mandolin, revealing hidden talents amongst the band members. Cor Scorpii was founded in 2004 as an offshoot from the legendary Windir, and during the 10 years since the release of their debut album, the band has Read more →