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30/01/2025

LLOTH Unleash First Single “Angel Wings” From Upcoming Album Archees Legeones (Ancient Legions) 🤘

31.01.2025 Exclusive Youtube Premiere – The First Call To War Has Sounded! 🔥

The march of the Ancient Legions begins now! Theogonia Records and LLOTH are proud to unveil the first single from the band’s highly anticipated new album, "Archees Legeones (Ancient Legions)," set for release on May 9th, 2025. The first offering, "Angel Wings," premieres exclusively on YouTube tomorrow 31.01.2025, marking the first glimpse into LLOTH’s most ferocious and evocative work to date.

WATCH "ANGEL WINGS" HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seAA_5X68JI

A relentless storm of blistering riffs, thunderous percussion, and soul-searing vocals, "Angel Wings" encapsulates everything that makes LLOTH a dominant force in Hellenic black/death metal. With a masterful production by George Emmanuel at Pentagram Studio, the track strikes with raw intensity, embodying themes of defiance, transcendence, and the battle between light and darkness.

Accompanied by a visually stunning lyric video, "Angel Wings" is just the first strike from "Archees Legeones", an album that promises to be one of the most powerful black metal releases of the year.

Prepare for war. The Ancient Legions rise. Will you stand with them?

30/01/2025

🚨 Pre-Orders Are Live! 🚨

Damon Systema's debut album "Ate" drops on March 21, 2025, but you can secure your copy now! 🔥

Experience the crushing riffs, haunting melodies, and mythological depth of this epic concept album exploring the timeless Greek cycle of Hybris, Ate, Nemesis, and Tisis.

👉 Pre-order now:
Webshop: https://tinyurl.com/buyate
Bandcamp: https://tinyurl.com/damonate

23/01/2025

Brace yourselves, headbangers! 🤘 "ANGEL WINGS" - the blistering new single from LLOTH 's anticipated sophomore album "Archees Legeones (Ancient Legions)" is set to drop on January 31st, 2025!

Dive into the ferocity, masterful atmospheres, and profound emotional depths that only LLOTH can deliver. Stay tuned for this release, exclusively on YouTube🔥

21/01/2025

Theogonia Records Signs Greek Progressive Groove Metal Band ORIA 🤘

New Album, “This Future Wants Us Dead”, Out April 25, 2025! 🔥

Theogonia Records is proud to announce the signing of the progressive groove metal powerhouse ORIA from Thessaloniki, Greece. Known for their ferocious intensity, cinematic moments, and deeply introspective storytelling, ORIA is set to unleash their sophomore album, “This Future Wants Us Dead” on April 25, 2025. The album will be available worldwide in a stunning CD digipack and digital formats.

ORIA made their mark with their 2020 debut, "Sublimation(s)", an album that cemented them as one of Greece’s most compelling rising metal acts. Building on that foundation, the band has taken their craft to exhilarating new heights. Their latest opus, "This Future Wants Us Dead", is an epic concept album that intertwines relentless riffs, intricate rhythms, and haunting melodies to create an unflinching exploration of humanity’s precarious future.

Set in a dystopian world teetering on the brink of collapse, "This Future Wants Us Dead" examines the ethical dilemmas of technological progress, environmental degradation, and social isolation. Yet, amidst its apocalyptic themes, the album offers a beacon of hope - a reminder of humanity's capacity for redemption and resilience. From crushing grooves to moments of delicate introspection, ORIA’s soundscape mirrors the tension and beauty of the narrative, delivering a listening experience as thought-provoking as it is visceral.

The album’s production is a testament to ORIA’s dedication to quality and vision, brought to life by an outstanding creative team. It was recorded by Nick Grey at Red House Music Studio in Thessaloniki, Greece, with meticulous drum editing handled by Defkalion Dimos. The mixing and mastering were crafted by Steve Lado at SL Studios in Athens, ensuring a sonic experience that is both crushingly heavy and stunningly precise. To complete the vision, the haunting cover artwork, and graphic editing were masterfully created by Nasia Stylidou, known as Decomposition, whose visual style perfectly encapsulates the album’s dystopian themes.

ORIA commented on "This Future Wants Us Dead":
"Its story unfolds through each track, delving into humanity's precarious relationship with technology and progress, resonating deeply with the anxieties of our modern world. Exploring themes of domination, exploitation of both humans and nature, artificial intelligence, environmental collapse, social isolation, and personal redemption, 'This Future Wants Us Dead' offers a raw, unflinching reflection on the forces shaping our present and the futures we risk creating."

Speaking on the signing, Theogonia Records stated:
"ORIA embodies everything we value as a label - passion, creativity, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of metal. 'This Future Wants Us Dead’ is a bold, devastatingly relevant album that challenges listeners both musically and thematically. We couldn’t be more excited to share their vision with the world.”

Influenced by the progressive intensity of bands like Gojira, Mastodon, and Lamb of God, ORIA’s music is a sonic journey that melds the heaviness of groove metal with the technical intricacy and storytelling depth of progressive metal. "This Future Wants Us Dead" is poised to resonate with fans who crave not just headbanging riffs but also music that challenges and inspires.

Tracklist for "This Future Wants Us Dead":
1. Metamorphocene: The New from the Shell of the Old
2. Pirates, Parrots and Parasites
3. Clouds Of Anatta
4. Guided By The Hand Of G.O.D.S.
5. Chthonic Uprising
6. From Wastelands To Vile Hands
7. Terragenics
8. The Islandead
9. Tantalia
10. Slow Down, Take A Breath And Bury The World That Was

Mark your calendars for April 25, 2025, and prepare to enter ORIA’s hauntingly beautiful dystopian vision. Pre-orders for the album will open soon through Theogonia Records’ official website and digital platforms.

20/01/2025

Many thanks to Rock Hard magazine and Stefan Glas for their great review of Desert Near The End's new album "Tides of Time" 🤘🔥

Digipack CD▶️ https://tinyurl.com/buytidesoftime

15/01/2025

🚨 Pre-Orders Are Live! 🚨

Damon Systema's debut album "Ate" drops on March 21, 2025, but you can secure your copy now! 🔥

Experience the crushing riffs, haunting melodies, and mythological depth of this epic concept album exploring the timeless Greek cycle of Hybris, Ate, Nemesis, and Tisis.

👉 Pre-order now:
Webshop: https://tinyurl.com/buyate
Bandcamp: https://tinyurl.com/damonate

10/01/2025

Theogonia Records Announces The Release Date Of LLOTH 's New Album "Archees Legeones (Ancient Legions)" - Drops May 9th, 2025! 🔥

The wait is over. LLOTH are prepared to unleash their long-awaited second full-length album, "Archees Legeones (Ancient Legions)", upon the world on May 9th, 2025. Prepare to be consumed by the blistering ferocity, majestic atmospheres, and profound emotional depth of this sophomore release.

TRACKLIST:
01. Angel Wings
02. Archees Legeones (Ancient Legions)
03. Acherodas
04. Dark Mountain
05. Alpha and Omega
06. Paianas
07. Arise
08. Mother
09. Black Throne
10. Doomed Black Years

This album promises to be a journey through fire, darkness, and triumph, delivering LLOTH 's most powerful and evocative work to date. With themes rooted in ancient battles, existential reckoning, and the eternal march of the Hellenic spirit, "Archees Legeones" stands as a monument to LLOTH ’s unyielding legacy.

ALBUM ARTWORK:
The album’s striking cover, created by the masterful Mars Triumph, is a breath-taking full-scale hand painting that encapsulates the raw emotion and grandeur of the record. The artwork immerses the viewer in the darkness and mythos of the "Ancient Legions", perfectly complementing LLOTH ’s blackened anthems.

CONTRIBUTORS:
"Archees Legeones" is a collective triumph, forged by some of the most skilled artisans in the world of Hellenic metal:

• Nicolas Maiis (Melanomorfos) – Vocals/Keyboards, and all compositions
• Vaelor – Rhythm Guitar
• Thanos – Lead/Acoustic Guitar
• Antipope – Bass
• All Music by LLOTH
• Album cover ar by Mars Triumph
• Keyboards Arrangements by Gus Dibelas
• Guest Vocals by Androniki Skoula on Paianas, Mother, Archees Legeones, and Acherodas
• Mixed and Mastered at Pentagram Studio by George Emmanuel (Lucifer’s Child, ex-Rotting Christ)
• Produced by George Emmanuel and Melanomorfos

"Archees Legeones" captures the spirit of collaboration and the relentless pursuit of sonic excellence. With intricate arrangements, devastating riffs, and haunting vocal passages, this album stands strong in Hellenic black metal.

The countdown has begun. On May 9th, 2025, the "Ancient Legions" will rise. Prepare your souls, for LLOTH is coming to carve their name into eternity once more.

Stay tuned for more updates, including videos and pre-order details.

"Archees Legeones (Ancient Legions)" – a soundtrack for those who dare to march into the abyss and return as legends.

09/01/2025

Many thanks to Zubor Olly and HammerWorld magazin Hungary for their review of Desert Near The End's "Tides of Time" 🔥🔥

Buy ▶️ https://tinyurl.com/buytidesoftime

A HammerWorld havonta megjelenő, a hard rock és heavy metal műfajba tartozó előadókkal foglalkozó nemzetközi zenei magazin. Alapítás éve: 1986

02/01/2025

Damon Systema’s "Ate" Unleashes March 21, 2025 – Watch the Official Lyric Video for “Harvest of Tears” Premiering Today at 5 PM (GMT+1) 🤘

Watch "Harvest of Tears" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JN77cpWyvD0

Step into the heart of human despair with Damon Systema's “Harvest of Tears”, the first lyric video from their anticipated debut album "Ate". Drawing from Aeschylus’ "The Persians", the song channels a lamentation born of hubris, weaving crushing riffs and haunting melodies into an epic confrontation with loss and retribution.

With its evocative lyrics and cinematic visuals, the lyric video plunges listeners into the emotional depths of DAMON SYSTEMA’s mythological narrative, blending the timeless themes of the Greek cycle — Hybris, Ate, Nemesis, and Tisis — with modern metal ferocity.

“Harvest of Tears” is just a taste of what’s to come when "Ate" is unleashed on March 21st 2025, via Theogonia Records. Pre-orders are available now!

⬇️ Pre-order here ⬇️
Webshop: https://tinyurl.com/buyate
Bandcamp: https://tinyurl.com/damonate

Follow DAMON SYSTEMA and Theogonia Records to stay updated — and prepare for an unforgettable journey into the shadows of arrogance and redemption!

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24/12/2024

Silent night? Not tonight! Crank up the volume and have a killer holiday season! 🎅⚡🤘🎄🔥

20/12/2024

THEOGONIA RECORDS UNLEASHES A NEW ERA OF DARKNESS 🤘

Welcoming LLOTH to Our Roster: New Album "Archees Legeones (Ancient Legions)" Out Soon 🔥

Theogonia Records is proud to announce the signing of one of Greece's most legendary and revered forces in black metal, LLOTH . Hailing from the rich, myth-laden soil of Hellenic metal, LLOTH's legacy is deeply etched into the black/death metal pantheon. Their upcoming second full-length album, "Archees Legeones (Ancient Legions)", will be released under the burning banner of Theogonia Records, summoning a new epoch of ferocity, grandeur, and reverence to the ancient spirit of black metal.

Founded in 1995 by the late and iconic Tristessa—a trailblazer in the Greek metal scene and founder of Astarte (the first ever all-female black metal band)—LLOTH rose as a beacon of unholy darkness and unyielding artistry. After transitioning into Astarte, LLOTH lay dormant for years, only to rise once more in 2013. Following Tristessa’s tragic passing, the remaining members, led by her husband Nicolas Maiis (Melanomorfos), vowed to carry her legacy forward, creating music that echoes her undying vision. Their 2017 release, "Athanati (Immortal)", was a monumental tribute, and now, LLOTH is poised to unleash their most powerful opus yet.

"Archees Legeones (Ancient Legions)" is a triumph of uncompromising sonic devastation. Recorded, mixed, and mastered at the acclaimed Pentagram Studio under the masterful hand of George Emmanuel (Lucifer's Child, ex-Rotting Christ), the album delivers a bludgeoning storm of relentless riffs, thunderous percussion, and soul-searing vocals. Accompanied by the darkly evocative, hand-painted artwork of Mars Triumph, the album takes listeners on a visceral journey through themes of ancient battles, Hellenic pride, and eternal resistance—a testament to LLOTH's roots in blackened chaos and profound emotional depth.

LLOTH's current lineup includes:
Nicolas Maiis (Melanomorfos) – Vocals
Chris Vaelor – Guitars
Thanos – Guitars
The Antipope – Bass
Nick “Ynvge” Samios – Drums

The band's unrelenting live presence has seen them share stages with giants such as Rotting Christ, Septic Flesh, and Hate, while their dedication to preserving Tristessa's legacy includes organizing charity festivals in her honor. LLOTH’s history is one of resilience and devotion, and now they stand poised to etch their name deeper into the annals of black metal history.

Theogonia Records could not be more honored to have LLOTH join its unholy ranks. "LLOTH represents everything Theogonia Records stands for," says Chrys Kyrkos, the label's founder. "Legacy, strength, and an unshakable commitment to the darkness. "Archees Legeones" will be a defining chapter in not only LLOTH’s career but in Hellenic black metal itself."

Prepare for the rise of the Ancient Legions!

Stay tuned for upcoming announcements regarding music videos, show dates, and the official release date for "Archees Legeones". This is not just an album—it’s a battle cry from the shadows, a rallying call for all who walk the left-hand path.

The Ancient Legions are assembling. Are you ready to heed their call?

17/12/2024

Many thanks to Yiannis Savvidis and ROCK HARD GREECE for their awesome review of Desert Near The End's new album "Tides of Time" 🤘 Check it out here 🔽

Πως τα φέρνει έτσι η ζωή τα τελευταία 10 χρόνια πάνω κάτω, οι Αθηναίοι DESERT NEAR THE END βρίσκονται διαρκώς στο δρόμο μου, συναυλιακά κατά κύριο λόγο. Πότε όταν ανοίγουν του....

16/12/2024

🎸 HEADBANGING DECEMBER REMINDER! 🎸

Don’t forget—our HEADBANGING DECEMBER promotion is live until the end of the month! 🎁 Get 15% off ALL products and make your holiday season metal AF! 🤘

🛒 Use code SCREAMSALE at checkout and grab your gear now!

Hurry—offer ends December 31st! Let’s make this December LOUD! 🎶🔥

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13/12/2024

🔥 One Week of "Tides of Time"! 🔥

It’s been a week since "Tides of Time" by Desert Near The End unleashed its epic power on the metal world, and the reviews are in—fans and critics alike are raving! 🤘

From crushing riffs to soaring melodies, this album is being hailed as the band’s most dynamic and powerful release yet. Have you experienced it?

🎧 Stream or grab your copy today and join the journey through time and destiny!

👉 Webshop: https://tinyurl.com/buytidesoftime
👉 Bandcamp: https://tinyurl.com/dntetidesoftime
👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5QxjQqzwdKlHBX63S0uZS8?si=AuW37rLYSQ6UNtN88rnG5Q
👉 Apple Music: http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1775754753

Let us know your favorite track in the comments! 🤟

Metal Hammer Greece [9/10] METAL HAMMER GREECE (Official)

Musipedia of Metal [9/10] Musipedia Of Metal
https://musipediaofmetal.blogspot.com/2024/12/reviews-desert-near-end-sunlight.html

Metal Domain [90/100]
https://www.metaldomain.com/desert-near-the-end-tides-of-time-2024

Metalzone [85/100] Metalzone Hellas
https://www.metalzone.gr/reviews/desert-near-end-tides-time

Metal Heads Forever [8.3/10] Metalheads Forever Magazine - Official
https://mhf-mag.com/reviews/desert-near-the-end-tides-of-time

True Metal [77/100] TrueMetal.it
https://www.truemetal.it/recensioni/tides-of-time

Powermetal Warrior [7/10]
https://powermetal-warrior.blogspot.com/2024/12/desert-near-end-tides-of-time-2024.html

Rock Attitude Rock Attitude
https://www.rockattitude.gr/en/desert-near-the-end-tides-of-time

Metal Addicts Metal Addicts
https://metaladdicts.com/desert-near-the-end-tides-of-time-review

Petes' Rock News and Views Pete's Rock News And Views
https://petesrocknewsandviews.com/desert-near-the-end-tides-of-time

Wake the gods —"Tides of Time" is here!

Ευχαριστούμε το METAL HAMMER GREECE (Official) και τον Hakos Pervanidis για την κριτική! Δύο μέρες έμειναν για την κυκλοφορία του "Tides of Time".

11/12/2024

FINALLY!!!!

We are thrilled to announce our signing with THEOGONIA RECORDS, to release our debut album "Ate" !!!

Prepare to confront the calamity within.
We hope our album "Ate" will leave no soul untouched!!!

Stay tuned for pre-order details and us and Theogonia Records for updates!!!

THEOGONIA RECORDS SIGNS DAMON SYSTEMA: GREECE’S DARK NEW FORCE IN METAL 🤘

Theogonia Records is thrilled to announce the signing of Damon Systema, the latest powerhouse to emerge from Greece’s vibrant metal underground. With their highly anticipated debut album "Ate", Damon Systema fuses mythological allegory, crushing riffs, and haunting melodies into a concept album that drags listeners deep into the shadows of human struggle and hubris.

Originally formed in 2008 by guitarist and producer Akis Pastras (of DEXTER WARD and NIGHTFALL fame), DAMON SYSTEMA began as an instrumental project. However, the band was set aside in 2010 due to Pastras’ other musical commitments. The dormant beast was reawakened during the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic, when Akis unearthed old ideas and crafted a bold new narrative appropriate for the modern age.

In "Ate", DAMON SYSTEMA explores the ancient Greek cycle of Hybris, Ate, Nemesis, and Tisis—a timeless allegory for arrogance, calamity, divine retribution, and punishment. At its core stands Ate (Ancient Greek: Ἄτη), the goddess of ruin and madness, as a metaphor for humanity’s internal battles with self-destructive tendencies. While rooted in classical themes, the album is far from mere antiquity worship—it’s an unflinching, modern confrontation with the inner monster that drives us toward ruin.

Joining Pastras (guitars/bass) in this journey are an exceptional lineup of musicians:

Ruby Bouzioti (Solo Artist, ex-EVIL WITHIN, ex-VAULT OF ACANTHUS) on evocative vocals, channeling both beauty and despair.
Niklas Göransson [Nick Vlachakis] (SHATTERED HOPE, FÖHN, OCEAN OF GRIEF) whose commanding vocal presence intensifies the emotional weight of the album.
The Goat on drums, delivering thunderous, primal rhythms that echo the chaos of the narrative.

“"Ate" is more than an album—it’s a sonic and conceptual experience,” says Akis Pastras. “It’s a dark mirror reflecting the universal human struggle, painted with the brushstrokes of Greek myth, heavy metal, and emotional depth.”

The album’s six tracks, produced, recorded, and mixed by Pastras at 3rDi Lab-Station and mastered by George Nerantzis (ABBATH, PAIN OF SALVATION, ROTTING CHRIST, ON THORNS I LAY, NIGHTRAGE), take listeners on an unforgettable journey:

Tracklist:
1. Moirae (8:16)
2. Lady Discordia (6:25)
3. Harvest of Tears (6:55)
4. Ate (7:14)
5. Adrasteia (8:22)
6. Poenas Dare (7:25)

Stay tuned for pre-order details and follow DAMON SYSTEMA and Theogonia Records for updates.

Prepare to confront the calamity within. DAMON SYSTEMA’s "Ate" will leave no soul unscathed.

10/12/2024

THEOGONIA RECORDS SIGNS DAMON SYSTEMA: GREECE’S DARK NEW FORCE IN METAL 🤘

Theogonia Records is thrilled to announce the signing of Damon Systema, the latest powerhouse to emerge from Greece’s vibrant metal underground. With their highly anticipated debut album "Ate", Damon Systema fuses mythological allegory, crushing riffs, and haunting melodies into a concept album that drags listeners deep into the shadows of human struggle and hubris.

Originally formed in 2008 by guitarist and producer Akis Pastras (of DEXTER WARD and NIGHTFALL fame), DAMON SYSTEMA began as an instrumental project. However, the band was set aside in 2010 due to Pastras’ other musical commitments. The dormant beast was reawakened during the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic, when Akis unearthed old ideas and crafted a bold new narrative appropriate for the modern age.

In "Ate", DAMON SYSTEMA explores the ancient Greek cycle of Hybris, Ate, Nemesis, and Tisis—a timeless allegory for arrogance, calamity, divine retribution, and punishment. At its core stands Ate (Ancient Greek: Ἄτη), the goddess of ruin and madness, as a metaphor for humanity’s internal battles with self-destructive tendencies. While rooted in classical themes, the album is far from mere antiquity worship—it’s an unflinching, modern confrontation with the inner monster that drives us toward ruin.

Joining Pastras (guitars/bass) in this journey are an exceptional lineup of musicians:

Ruby Bouzioti (Solo Artist, ex-EVIL WITHIN, ex-VAULT OF ACANTHUS) on evocative vocals, channeling both beauty and despair.
Niklas Göransson [Nick Vlachakis] (SHATTERED HOPE, FÖHN, OCEAN OF GRIEF) whose commanding vocal presence intensifies the emotional weight of the album.
The Goat on drums, delivering thunderous, primal rhythms that echo the chaos of the narrative.

“"Ate" is more than an album—it’s a sonic and conceptual experience,” says Akis Pastras. “It’s a dark mirror reflecting the universal human struggle, painted with the brushstrokes of Greek myth, heavy metal, and emotional depth.”

The album’s six tracks, produced, recorded, and mixed by Pastras at 3rDi Lab-Station and mastered by George Nerantzis (ABBATH, PAIN OF SALVATION, ROTTING CHRIST, ON THORNS I LAY, NIGHTRAGE), take listeners on an unforgettable journey:

Tracklist:
1. Moirae (8:16)
2. Lady Discordia (6:25)
3. Harvest of Tears (6:55)
4. Ate (7:14)
5. Adrasteia (8:22)
6. Poenas Dare (7:25)

Stay tuned for pre-order details and follow DAMON SYSTEMA and Theogonia Records for updates.

Prepare to confront the calamity within. DAMON SYSTEMA’s "Ate" will leave no soul unscathed.

06/12/2024

🔥 OUT NOW: Desert Near The End’s "Tides of Time"! 🔥

The wait is over! "Tides of Time", the highly anticipated sixth album from Greek extreme power/thrash metal warriors Desert Near The End, is officially released today! 🔥

Prepare for an epic journey through soaring melodies, crushing riffs, and powerful storytelling. Blending the grandeur of Power/Thrash Metal with the ferocity of Death and Black Metal, "Tides of Time" takes you across fallen cities, forgotten tales, and timeless battles.

Featuring standout tracks like "Oceans of Time" and "In the North of Every Man's Heart...", along with unforgettable guest performances by Ruby Bouzioti and Nik Rock, this album delivers the band’s most ambitious and dynamic sound yet.

🎧 "Tides of Time" is now available in Digipack CD and digital formats worldwide. Experience the culmination of Desert Near The End’s evolving legacy—get your copy today and let the tides take you!

⬇️ Order Now ⬇️
👉 Webshop: https://tinyurl.com/buytidesoftime
👉 Bandcamp: https://tinyurl.com/dntetidesoftime
👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5QxjQqzwdKlHBX63S0uZS8?si=MGpo758ZSduB0l9R-tqZoQ
👉 Apple Music: http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1775754753

Wake the gods—"Tides of Time" is here!