Brooklyn (USA) based operatic black metallers Folterkammer are unveiling an in-studio performance video for their brand new song, "Algolagnia". The clip showcases the searing and remarkable talents of each member, while also giving a glimpse of guitarist Zac Ezrin's (Imperial Triumphant) versatility as a guitarist as he displays his chops with some straight-forward black metal riffing.

The clip was once again created by Folterkammer drummer Brendan McGowan. The song is taken from the band's sophomore full-length, Weibermacht, which will be released on 19 April via Century Media Records.

Guitarist Zachary Ezrin comments: "'Algolagnia' is a special song because it's the first and only song that we wrote together in the studio. It's a really raw and brutal piece that I'm very proud of."

Vocalist Andromeda Anarchia further explains: "Musically, I would say that despite all its rawness, this piece also has a somewhat modern character. It is very unusual. This contrasts with the more traditional, dramatic-romantic operatic singing that floats over the raw music at certain points. My main inspirations for interpreting 'Algolagnia' as a singer were Rob Halford, Nina Hagen, Nova Twins, and Joan Sutherland. When it comes to lyrics, one of the main inspirations for 'Algolagnia' was the opera Elektra by Richard Strauss, which is one of my all-time favorite operas. It portrays strong women with strong voices, and that's exactly what I want for our music. For 'Algolagnia', I paraphrase a passage of the aria: 'Wie stark bist du!' ('How strong you are!'). (A personal note: This opera is so bloody and brutal, a must-see for all metal fans who want to venture into the world of opera. It's heavy! You shouldn't expect overly romantic melodies and sweet voices in this opera; it is written for women with strong voices from the so-called dramatic vocal fach. It's incredibly demanding to sing! Badass!" Link