Moldovan progressive modern metal unit INFECTED RAIN recently announced the next chapter of their metamorphosis – their otherworldly fifth album, Ecdysis, out January 7, 2022 via Napalm Records. Launched to immediate acclaim upon simultaneously releasing the haunting video for first single “Postmortem Pt. 1”, Ecdysis electrifies with resonating riffs, cosmic electronics, Lena’s treasure trove of vocal abilities and intense lyrical themes ranging from depression and abandonment to embracing reality.
Today, INFECTED RAIN follows up with intense second single, "Fighter"! The aggressive new track showcases the most brutal side of the band, bringing out their ruthlessness in full force with a hardcore-influenced tornado of rhythms and provoking lyricism.
Frontwoman Lena Scissorhands says about “Fighter”:
"Inspired by strong women who never give up,
Fighter is a reminder of the here and now!
Fighter is a reminder of strength and potential.
'Today right now, all you’ve got is this!'"
In other brand new news, just last week, INFECTED RAIN announced their massive upcoming concert stream and documentary, dubbed "The Devil's Dozen"! Dive deep into the history of INFECTED RAIN with a full documentary spanning the past 13 years of the band's history with behind the scenes footage, and witness a breathtaking full show with incredible production and special effects – including rare song material! Both the documentary and concert stream will become available for viewing on November 26 and can be watched for eight days after the first airing.
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INFECTED RAIN have become one of the most exciting new acts in the heavy music world, with charismatic, multi-talented frontwoman Lena Scissorhands emerging as one of the fastest-rising leading ladies of the genre. Now, the band arises from the dark depths once again – freshly off their very first tour of the USA with Butcher Babies and Stitched Up Heart. Produced once again by Valentin Voluta, Ecdysis successfully demonstrates ultramodern brutality without sacrificing emotion and melody – showcasing a new layer of INFECTED RAIN that longtime followers and new fans alike will embrace.
Frontwoman Lena Scissorhands adds about Ecdysis:
"While the whole world was in a deep depression, Ecdysis was slowly but surely maturing. The time in isolation away from all our plans and goals, away from loved ones and the stage, brought out something so new and different in us. A new chapter starts with this album, a chapter of raw emotions and complete commitment."
Tracks like “Fighter” bring out the ruthlessness of the band in full force with hardcore levels of aggression, inciting a tornado of rhythms and provoking lyricism beckoning the listener to stay focused in the here-and-now and fight! Featuring tough-as-nails Butcher Babies vocalist Heidi Shepherd, sonically slaughtering single “The Realm Of Chaos” pummels and bends as it decimates with a mosh-attack unlike any other on Ecdysis. Noteworthy standouts like “Longing” and “These Walls” ransack with instant angst while showcasing some of the most varying guitar work on Ecdysis – fluxing between churning grooves, towering leads, technical effects and ominous chords – while selections such as “Everlasting Lethargy”, “November” and “Never The Same” boast some of Lena Scissorhands’ most eclectic vocal performances amid ripping pit-worthy metalcore and dazzling electronic passages. Examples of stunning, dynamic songwriting manifest with honest offerings like the impressive “Goodbye”, haunting “Showers” and threatening album closer “Postmortem Pt. 2” (shortly advanced by sneaking electro-interlude “Nine, Ten”). The finisher encapsulates the album’s ethereal, immense quality while connecting back to its start like a sonic ouroboros.
Pre-Order Ecdysis HERE
Ecdysis track listing:
1. Postmortem Pt. 1
2. Fighter
3. Longing
4. Goodbye
5. The Realm of Chaos feat. Heidi Shepherd (Butcher Babies)
6. Everlasting Lethargy
7. These Walls
8. Showers
9. November
10. Never the Same
11. Nine, Ten
12. Postmortem Pt. 2
Ecdysis will be available in the following formats:
-CD Digipak
-1 LP Gatefold Black
-1 LP Gatefold Marbled White/Blue *SOLD OUT*
-CD Digipak + Shirt (Napalm RoW Mailorder only)
-Digital Album
Ecdysis By Night Tour 2022
INFECTED RAIN + DAGOBA
16.02. (DE) MUNICH Backstage Club
17.02. (DE) TRIER Mergener Hof
18.02. (DE) WEINHEIM Cafe Central
19.02. (DE) DRESDEN Beatpol
22.02. (PL) WARSAW Hydrozagadka
23.02. (CZ) BRNO Melodka
24.02. (CZ) PRAGUE Rock Café
25.02. (CZ) ČESKE BUDEJOVICE Fabrika
26.02. (CZ) OSTRAVA Barrák
28.02. (AT) VIENNA Viper Room
02.03. (AT) SALZBURG Rockhouse
03.03. (AT) GRAZ Explosiv
04.03. (CH) LUCERNE Sedel
05.03. (CH) MONTHEY Pont Rouge
06.03. (DE) STUTTGART Club Cann
08.03. (FR) STRASBOURG La Maison Bleue
09.03. (FR) SAVIGNY LE TEMPLE L'Empreinte
10.03. (FR) BORDEAUX Barbey Rock School
11.03. (FR) NIORT Le Camji
12.03. (ES) BILBAO Stage Live
13.03. (PT) LISBON RCA Club
15.03. (ES) SEVILLA Sala X
16.03. (ES) MADRID Caracol
17.03. (ES) BARCELONA Razzmatazz 3
18.03. (FR) CHALON-SUR-SAONE La Peniche
19.03. (FR) NILVANGE Le Gueulard Plus
20.03. (FR) CHATEAU THIERRY La Biscuiterie
15.04. (FR) ST GERMAIN EN LAYE La Clef
17.04. (FR) FONTENAY LE COMTE On n’a plus 20 ans *
19.04. (BE) ROESELARE De Verlichte Geest *
20.04. (NL) BREDA Mezz
21.04. (NL) DRACHTEN Iduna
22.04. (BE) BREE Ragnarock
23.04. (NL) ARNHEM Willemeen
26.04. (DE) BERLIN Cassiopeia
27.04. (DE) ESSEN Turock
28.04. (DE) COLOGNE Helios 37
29.04. (DE) HAMBURG Logo
30.04. (DE) HANNOVER Bei Chéz Heinz
01.05. (DK) AALBORG 1000Fryd
02.05. (DK) VANLØSE Stairway
03.05. (DK) KOLDING Godset
05.05. (NO) KOPERVIK Karmøygeddon Metal Festival *
06.05. (SE) STOCKHOLM Hus 7 *
07.05. (SE) GOTHENBURG Valand *
* Dagoba only
INFECTED RAIN is:
Lena Scissorhands - Vocals
Vadim Ojog "Vidick" - Guitar
Sergey Babici - Guitar
Vladimir Babici - Bass
Eugene Voluta – Drums
INFECTED RAIN online:
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INSTAGRAM
TWITTER
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