NEUROCRACY - NEW RELEASE - Anatomy Of Skin (LYRIC VIDEO)

This band has been active for the past couple of years, hidden away in the shadows working on their material and quietly brewing up a storm. Now the moment has come when they’ve chosen to emerge from the shadows to give us a glimpse of the chaos that’s in store for us.

 

The members of NEUROCRCY are no strangers to the metal scene, all having been involved in prominent bands over the years.

The current line up of the band features Gayan Dantharayana (Hollow) and Shevantha Abeyasekera on Guitars, Sohan Ratnaike (Fallen Grace, Hollow) on Vocals, Aki Pieris (Mass Damnation, Hollow) on Bass, and Chathuranga Pitigala (ex- Stigmata) on Drums.

Check out their new single ‘Anatomy of Skin’

METALHEADS MOURN THE PASSING OF VENURA KARIYAWASAM

It's a very sad day for Sri Lankan metal-heads as we mourn the passing of Venura Kariyawasam, bassist of the bands Destroy And Discard, and Chain. 

A prominent member of the Death Metal scene; Venura was widely known for his killer bass playing and energetic stage presence. He was also a member of the progressive Metal band CHAIN who secured the title of runner-up for The Best Band Category at TNL Onstage 2015.

Chain - runner-up for The Best Band Category at TNL Onstage 2015

Venura left his mark in the hearts and minds of all Lankan metal-heads and will be remembered for his generous nature, personality and for being a baddas bassist.

Our heartfelt condolences to his family, loved ones, and the Sri Lankan Metal Community!

R.I.P Venura "Venna" Kariyawasam!

PARANOID EARTHLING - NEW RELEASE - HALFCAST

The Earthlings are back with a brand new release!

‘Halfcast’ is a volatile and groovy track that is immensely catchy. The main riff of the song is one of those grooves that sticks in your head from the very first listen and keeps you hooked right throughout.
 
You are bound to discover flavors from the band's prominent influences, ranging from Rock n Roll, Grunge, and even some old-school Megadeth sounding Metal bits.

The solo is definitely one of the most prominent aspects of the song, not for technicality or musicianship, but for being super catchy and a great overall fit with that instantly appealing riff that is the main-attraction of the song.

We are definitely looking forward to seeing what the future holds for the premiere Rock and Roll act of Kandy.

 

DESTROY AND DISCARD - BRAND NEW RELEASE - INHUMAN

One of the heaviest acts to hit the Sri Lankan Metal scene of recent times, Destroy and Discard’s latest release 'Inhuman' is a hard-hitting Brutal Death-Metal track with some Melodic bits intricately placed to spice things up. 

'Inhuman' is in essence a true tribute to gore-heavy and slasher-themed material that is infamous in the world of Brutal Death-Metal, with a scenario involving what sounds like a man being chainsawed being the introductory segment of the song. Blast-beats and Deep-growling entwined with heavy-riffing soon follow. Towards the middle, the track takes an unexpected turn as a very melodic and almost-soothing guitar-solo is thrown into the mix, making a very unique song. 

We’re absolutely stoked to find out whats in store for us and the Colombo Metal Scene at large with the Band’s new EP that’s coming out, titled “The Annihilation of a Sociopath”. Definitely sounds like something to keep our eyes and ears peeled for.

THEY ARE BACK AGAIN!

Ravin David Ratnam is bringing back the groove after nearly four years of silence in the R.A.G.E camp!

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That's right, the righteous army is back again with a solid new line up and some brand new tunes.

 

Completing the new line up of R.A.G.E is Daniel Prins (Manic) on drums, Shivy Fernando (The Rebels, Manic) on bass, and Tony Jayathilake (Mass Damnation, Nevi'im) on guitars. 

Word is the band is gearing up for the release of the long awaited album that's kept fans on the edge of their seats and drooling for more ever since their first taste of the single 'Back Again'.

 

In case you missed it, check out the footage from last Sunday's set at Chords for a Cause. 

 

R.A.G.E is set to take the stage again at Mosh Scream Rock in Negombo on the 25th of June! 

 

Shashika Madhusanka - Evolution (Skyharbor cover)

Crywolf has been quiet since the band took a break from gigs to work on their EP. Here's hoping they're gonna be back on the scene soon with some new Djenting tunes.

Photo Credits- Kenny Thomas

Check out this stunning cover of Skyharbor - Evolution by Crywolf axeman Shashika Madhusanka!

iClown - Falling to Eternity ft. Eshantha

Sri Lankan producer iClown is known for his killer EDM and Metal collaborations but THIS is some next level shit!

Falling to Eternity ft. Eshantha Perera of Constallation is iClown's debut release under his brand new metal project iClown Metal. 

Have a listen and let us know what you think in the comment section below!