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ITP V.023 is HERE with HUMANITY IS DOOMED (WINTER 2023 DOOM, DEATH/ DOOM, FUNERAL DOOM NEWS) as this shall be posted quarterly. Updates to HUMANITY IS DOOMED will be posted during the winter of 2023.
1.Georgia based blackened doom metal warriors ABIGORUM have unleashed a SPLIT with LACHRIMA CORPHUS DISSOLVENS and UNTIL MY FUNERAL BEGAN, 7/15/2022 via SATANATH RECORDS.
FROM SATANATH RECORDS:
New split "The Call To Silence" of the Georgian-German blackened doom metal band Abigorum, the Bolivian atmospheric doom metal band Lachrima Corphus Dissolvens and the Ukrainian funeral doom metal project Until My Funerals Began is out now! https://t.co/BNlJjWrRjWpic.twitter.com/sNR3ho5ZCS
2. Leipzig, Germany post doom metal warriors FVNERALS have posted a video for "FOR HORROR EATS THE LIGHT", a track from the bands anticipated new release "LET THE EARTH BE SILENT", due to be unleashed 2/3/2023 via PROPHECY PRODUCTIONS.
FROM PROPHECY PRODUCTIONS:
With upcoming album "Let the Earth Be Silent", FVNERALS turn the emptiness of the void and depth of the abyss to sound.
3. AEONIAN SORROW are holding auditions for a new vocalist. Details below:
Greetings friends,
Today we come up with some bad news and some good news too! The bad news is that sadly our dear friend Ville Rutanen decided to leave Aeonian Sorrowbecause of his busy work schedule these days that doesn't allow him having enough time for the band. This obviously was a very sad decision and a sad goodbye we had to say inside the band but there is no goodbye between us as friends so we have absolutely no reason putting our heads down.
Now the good news is that the growls vocal position is now open so if you're interested in playing in a Doom Metal like us and have the motivation and passion for the Doom Metal sound, you can send us an email at aeoniansorrow@gmail.com
Our basic requirements are:
* We need someone to be able to sing Doom Metal and have the ability to do deep low growls and high growls as well.
* Do studio recordings asap for our album
and be able to sing older songs too.
* Practice with us in Finland and be able to travel in Finland is a must.
* Play shows across Europe
If you think you are the right person for the position then feel free to send us an email at aeoniansorrow@gmail.com
Good luck
4. Porto, Portugal funeral doom metal warriors OAK are set to release the bands new offering "DISINTEGRATE", due to be unleashed 2/10/2023 via SEASON OF MIST.
Today we finally announce the arrival of our Second full length album “Disintegrate”.
The album is set for worldwide release on February 10, 2023! So stay tuned for the reveal of their first single next week on Season of Mist!
OAK comments: “The mesmerizing painting by Belial Necroarts describes, with each brushstroke, the passage to the immaterial world through a spiral of flames, which disintegrates the body and frees the soul from the colossus. “
Tracklist:
Disintegrate I
Disintegrate II
Total of 44.48
Coverartwork: Belial Necro Arts
5. Long Island, New York funeral doom metal warriors RIGOR SARDONICOUS have posted "VOLUNTATEM DEI", a track from the bands anticipated new release "PRAEPARET BELLUM", due to be unleashed 1/23/2023 via MEMEMONTO MORI.
Our next full length album, "Praeparet Bellum", will be out January 23rd, 2023 and will be released through Memento Mori. Check out the single below and stay tuned for ordering info.
6. Maryland, U.S.A. doom metal warriors THE OBSESSED have signed a record deal with RIPPLE MUSIC and are due for a new release in 2023/
FROM RIPPLE MUSIC:
Doom metal godfathers @theobsessedofficial sign to Ripple Music for the anticipated release of their new studio album in 2023!
Led by legendary frontman Scott "Wino" Weinrich, a heavy music lifer admired and acclaimed by the likes of Dave Grohl, Pepper Keenan, Henry Rollins and Phil Anselmo, Maryland-based doom godfathers The Obsessed inked a deal with Californian powerhouse Ripple Music for the release of their fifth studio album and eagerly anticipated follow-up to 2017's "Sacred".
The Obsessed declares: "The Obsessed are really happy to be signing with Ripple Music and joining the great bands on their roster. We have already begun recording and we're looking to be finished in January. Thanks to Todd and everyone at Ripple for this opportunity and we look forward to working with them on this release."
Lineup is:
Chris Angleberger - bass
Jason Taylor - guitar
Brian Costantino - drums
Scott "Wino" Weinrich - guitar and vocals
7. Gavle, Sweden doom metal warriors ISOLE are set for the bands anticipated new release "ANESIFORA", due to be unleashed 3/10/2023 via HAMMERHEART RECORDS.
“Anesidora” delivers Isole’s most refined work yet, enriched by its maturity! An album that in a way is to the point, yet sets a softer tone without losing its Doomy Heaviness.
8. Belgium death, doom metal warrior GATEWAY shall unleash a new opus in 2023.
ALBUM ANNOUNCEMENT:
My sophomore full-length "Galgendood" is set to release in early 2023 through the mighty Transcending Obscurity Records.
(Original post on the TO page)
Transcending Obscurity has been a go to label for me with bands like Jupiterian, Paganizer, Morbid Evils and the old school returns of Wombbath and Master. I admire the care and work that goes into each physical release and I’m glad to be a part of something that’s on this scale with such a great community. This means a lot to me as a Belgian one-man project.
Through this vessel I always find a way to reside my demons. So here I am again, with 6 tracks of utter nightmarish sonic destruction. “Galgendood” feels like the right follow-up to the previously released “Flesh Reborn” EP whilst worshipping the early stuff I made. I wanted to create a focused listening experience with tracks that build worlds and tell stories. Dark, putrid, grimy and atmospheric. I experimented with new concepts and sounds in an almost ritualistic method. This is all that came out of the deep, dark caverns of my mind. I hope it resonates and inspires.
The front cover uses the last known painting of Pieter Bruegel the Elder, stripped of all color. A somber warning against evil speak.
A brand new song from the album will be part of the impending 2023 Transcending Obscurity label sampler but in the meantime you can listen to a small teaser here - youtu.be/-uAxCU39W9M
Strength to all! - R
9. European doom, sludge, post metal warriors TERZIELE have announced singer ERIK VAN DEN AKKER has left the band.
FROM TERZIELE:
It is with a heavy heart to announce the departure of our singer Erik. There is absolutely no bad blood between us. Erik is our friend and we respect his decision to pursue other dreams in life.
We are thankful for the part he played in this band and the music and lyrics he wrote. We wish Erik all the best with his future endeavors.
10: San Antonio, Texas, U.S.A. syphonic funeral doom metal warriors THE HOWLING VOID are set to release the bands anticipated new offering "INTO DARKNESS EVER MORE PROFOUND", due to be unleashed 1/6/2023 via FUNERE.
11. Ukrainian death, doom metal warrior SORROWFUL LAND are set to release the projects anticipated new offering "FADED ANCHORS OF THE PAST", due to be unleashed 1/27/2023 via BLACK LION RECORDS.
12. British melodic, death, doom metal warriors ELDERSEER, via BANDCAMP, are streaming "GILDED SHACKLES", a track from the bands anticipated new release "DROWN IN THE SHALLOWNESS", due to be unleashed 2/3/2023 via MOUSE MUSIC RECORDS.
FROM ELDERSEER:
Elderseer's first single 'Gilded Shackles' taken from the album 'Drown In The Shallowness' will be released tomorrow 9:00 AM (CET)!
13. Greek death, doom metal warriors OCEAN OF GRIEF are set to release the bands new offering "PALE EXISTENCE", 2/22/2023 via PERSONAL RECORDS.
FROM OCEAN OF GRIEF:
2023 will be a very special year for us since it will mark the release of our 2nd full length album "Pale Existence".
Thank you from the depth of our hearts for the wonderful response and comments we have received so far for the debut single and of course for all these people that have already pre-ordered the album 2 months prior to its release!!
Next weeks we will post updates for many things to follow concerning Pale Existence but also Nightfall's Lament!
We wish you all a Doomy New Year!!
14. Finland based death, doom metal warriors HANGING GARDEN are set to release the bands new offering "THE GARDEN", 3/24/2023 via AGONIA RECORDS.
15. Italian melodic, Gothic, death doom metal warriors SHORES OF NULL are due for a new release "THE LOSS OF BEAUTY", due to be unleashed 3/24/2023 via SPIKEROT RECORDS.
16. International funeral doom metal warriors MESMUR are set to unleash "CHTHONIC" via AESTHETID DEATH and SOLITUDE PRODUCTIONS.
FROM MESMUR:
We're excited to announce that the fourth Mesmur album, entitled "Chthonic", has been completed and is planned for release in Spring 2023. We have a new working relationship with the fantastic UK based label Aesthetic Death, and they're going to be collaborating with Solitude Productions to release the album. More info to come...
17. Greek death/doom metal warriors DECEMBERANCE are set to release a new offering "IMPLOSIONS" via "RAZORBLEED PRODUCTION in 2023.
FROM DECEMBERANCE:
2023...
27th year of the band...
Music to feed our souls, some gigs, some albums, who counts anyway...
VIDEO BELOW: RIGOR SARDONICOUS: "VOLUNTATEM DEI" (VIA YOU TUBE, COURTESY OF MEMENTO MORI)
VIDEO BELOW: FVNERALS: :"FOR HORROR EATS THE LIGHT" (VIA YOU TUBE, COURTESY OF PROPHECY PRODUCTIONS):
ELDERSEER, via BANDCAMP, are streaming "GILDED SHACKLES" (VIA BANDCAMP, COURTESY OF ELDERSEER):
ONE FOOT ON THE MONITOR: WINTER 2023 EUROPEAN DOOM TOUR DATES:
1. AHAB: RELEASE SHOW:
14.01. Braunschweig, Jugendkirche (Release-Show)
2. . KAYO DOT WINTER 2023 EUROPEAN TOUR DATES:
Very very stoked
to announce these additional shows, making it an actual tour. Hell
yes!!! Ticket links will be posted as we receive them. 👇👇👇
24 Feb: London, UK @ Signature Brew Blackhorse Road
https://dice.fm/.../ayg5q-kayo-dot-uk-exclusive-24th-feb...
25 Feb: Haarlem, NL @ Complexity Fest
26 Feb: Berlin, DE @ Urban Spree https://www.koka36.de/kayo-dot_ticket_151048.html
28 Feb: Warsaw, PL @ Hydrozagadka
01 Mar: Kraków, PL @ Klub RE
02 Mar: Prague, CZ @ Underdogs
04 Mar: Graz, AT @ Wakuum
05 Mar: Mantova, IT @ The Academ
3. OBED MARSH WINTER 2023 AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATE 3/17/2023:
This will be our first time EVER hitting the stage with a live setup. Come and please the great old ones with us
Next gig confirmed- we will be playing on Saturday 18th February at The Green Rooms @greenroomswales near Pontypridd with support from the amazing Bristol-based @moon_reaper_uk
“An amazing showcase of how to experiment hardcore, doom, black metal and provide a sound that is captivating and room-shaking”
Come and join us for a ‘Slow and Low’ evening of atmospheric doom! Save the date for now. More details about ticket sales and an event page coming up soon.
ONE FOOT ON THE MONITOR: U.S.A./NORTH AMERICA WINTER 2023 DOOM TOUR DATES:
1. KHEMMIS SPRING 2023 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES WITH WAKE and CONJURER
We
are psyched to announce the Deceiver North America MMXXIII Tour, our
first stateside headlining run in nearly four years. Progressive rippers
Conjurer and atmospheric blastbeat demons WAKE will round out this absolutely crushing bill. We can’t wait to get out on the road and see all of you hellions this spring!
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