Category: Press Release

Swiss heavy metal unit BURNING WITCHES have revealed a brand new official live performance video for “Evil Witch”, off of their fresh fifth studio album and Napalm Records debut, The Dark Tower, which dropped last month. The album has already received great attention from critics and fans alike and was peaking at #3 on the official Swiss album charts. Old school heavy metal influences are strong on the blazing witchcraft anthem “Evil Witch”. The epic video gives a taste of what is to be expected when the Witches take the stage. Together with the new visual comes the announcement that BURNING WITCHES are set to support KK’s PRIEST on their upcoming UK tour!    

BURNING WITCHES will open for K.K.’s Priest, the new band of legendary Judas Priest guitarist K.K. Downing and singer Tim “Ripper” Owens, together with ex-Iron Maiden vocalist Paul Di’Anno’s solo project.

Romana Kalkuhl (Guitars) states:

I am overjoyed to share the stage with this legends! Also the fact, that Tim “Ripper” Owens is one of my absolute favorite singers makes this UK tour even more exciting for me. Since I was a little kid, I was listening to both bands, Maiden & Priest. It is Heavy Metal education somehow, so we are super thrilled to be a part of the legacy of these outstanding musicians! We will storm the stages in the UK with great joy and a big dose of euphoria – see you soon metalheads!

Today, pagan metal quintet ARKONA have revealed an official music video for their beautiful synth-driven track “Ugasaya”, just in time for the release of their new album, Kob’, also out today! Conceptually, the album is a catabasis depicting humanity’s gradual descent into the abyss. Every problem of humanity is indicated in the album in the order of its inevitable occurrence.

Surrounded by tormented nature, the official music video for “Ugasaya” reflects the broken soul of Mother Earth and the dystopian world we are living in. Bone-dry earth surrounds a former beautiful lake as ARKONA perform their doom metal-inspired song. The shattering and dreadful scenery merges the rhythmic synths and a grooving baseline, creating a turbulent atmosphere with the depths of Masha’s growls and heartbreaking screams.

ARKONA on the new music video for “Ugasaya”:

“Ugasaya” is the third step out of 6, which humanity is consciously taking down the path into the abyss, thus dooming all human race to total annihilation. This song tells about an ecological catastrophe, the inevitable result of the insane deeds committed by human beings throughout their entire existence and worthless living at the expense of the endless suffering of Mother Earth. It’s about natural cataclysms and disasters, as consequences of human intervention in the desire to rise above the true divine essence of nature, resulting in all the elements rebel against the humans, and nature, initially being the only parent – Creator, killing its insensitive and selfish child.” 

L-R: Daniel Gay (drums), Cory Walkeden (guitars), Celeste Dudeson (vocals), Daniel Breen (vocals), Tim Campey (guitars)
Photo Credit: Electrum Music Photography (http://www.electrumphotography.com)

Atomic Fire Records proudly welcome Melbourne alt-metal quintet GHOSTSEEKER to their family! Emerging from the competitive Australian heavy music scene, GHOSTSEEKER captured the ears of the masses with their infectious debut EP, »Initium Novum,« which amassed over half a million streams across major platforms since its release in 2022. Playing energetic shows across Australia, the band built a strong local fanbase, but now they are ready to conquer the world. And they will make it!

“We could not be more excited to announce that we have signed on with Atomic Fire Records! We have such immense respect for the entire team over there and can’t wait to begin what we think will be an amazing partnership. It’s hard to put into words how unexpected and amazing this all has been. We can’t wait to experience everything this ride has to offer. This is the first step towards the life we all crave. You’ll be hearing a lot more from GHOSTSEEKER! Sooner than you think…” comment the band.

Markus Wosgien (Atomic Fire Records A&R) enthuses: “We are happy to welcome GHOSTSEEKER to the Atomic Fire Records family; a modern metal band from the other side of the world, located all around Melbourne, Australia. The band convinced us with their first videos and their amazing EP, playing a freshly and unique mix of modern styles. We are looking forward to releasing the band’s debut album and to spreading their music all around the globe.”

Originally formed by ex-LETTERS TO AMARA guitarist Tim Campey, vocalist Celeste Dudeson and guitarist Cory Walkeden, the band’s line-up was completed by adding vocalist Daniel Breen (ex-STORM THE SKY) and Daniel Gay (ex-ANYONE ANYONE) on drums.

Fans will be encapsulated by the unique aesthetic and soaring vocals provided by Dudeson married together with the harsh yet melodic flow offered by Breen. The group’s sound greets a contrast that’s sure to command attention. Guitarists Cory Walkeden and Tim Campey effortlessly feed off one another creating a feeling and atmosphere which resonates with all listeners alike, whilst the rhythm and bass that Gay provides behind the kit perfectly complements and leads what GHOSTSEEKER are.

Destined to become one of heavy music’s hottest bands, GHOSTSEEKER are currently working on their debut album which will see the light of the day early next year.