Australian Miruthan - the pioneering force in the dark folklore and blackened death metal realm - has unleashed its new sonic onslaught, "At The Barricades", from its impending EP, Cult Of The Dead, slated for release on 26 April. Accompanied by a gripping lyric video, this release promises to plunge listeners into a vortex of dark, immersive storytelling and blistering musical intensity.
"At The Barricades" is not just a song; it's a visceral experience crafted to evoke raw emotions and plunge the audience into a world of chilling darkness. With this track, Miruthan showcases its prowess in blending menacing melodies, chanty choruses, and a doomy bridge, creating an amalgamation of black metal and punk that is both intense and formidable. The lyrics serve as a gateway into a larger narrative, offering a glimpse into the heart of Miruthan's creative universe, where comradeship thrives amidst the shadows of evil.
Commenting on the new single, Demigod Nzambis, a pivotal band member, shared his thoughts: "I wanted to write a banger, menacing and chanty. I think with 'At The Barricades', we have all our influences on our sleeve. There are some nasty bass parts in there, chanty choruses, and that doomy bridge. It is black metal meets punk in a dark alley. The lyrics are a part of a bigger story, and this is where Miruthan was forged. We all entered the gates at once and found camaraderie in the face of evil, facing the death of anyone that looked sideways. It's a deeply intense and formidable death hymn delivered in Miruthan's way".
In conjunction with the release of "At The Barricades", Miruthan is thrilled to announce the launch of its official website, providing fans with an immersive portal into their dark, enigmatic world. Fans can explore exclusive content, connect with the band, and stay updated on the latest releases and performances. Link

Cult Of The Dead tracklist:
1. Survived the blast
2. At the barricades
3. Into the Abyss
4. Land of the Damned

Southampton (UK)‑based industrial post‑metal duo Sunswarm returns with “Sour ///”, a track that marks a thematic and sonic pivot. While earlier material dissected the internal collapse of...
Just days before the arrival of their highly anticipated new studio opus, Far From God, Portuguese gothic metal titans Moonspell have revealed another track, accompanied by a striking...
American alternative industrial‑metal duo Esoterik present their new single “No Absolutes,” a hypnotic, hard‑hitting piece that explores the volatile space between spiritual awakening...
Italian melodic dark/doom metal force Shores Of Null present “Son Of The Tide”, the second glimpse into their forthcoming album Homesick, set for release on 16 October via Dusktone...
"Within this darkness, where there's no light at all, the golden raven still shines. It's not like a perfectly cut statue of Michelangelo..." - Val Perun
"We're really into oxymorons and that sort of thing. Years and years ago, we came up with this idea—well, we didn't invent it, but we called it "happy sad"." - Matt James
"We were outsiders, and nobody knew what the fuck was going on. We just listened to this extreme music that nobody else liked, and that made us very strong..." - Mikael Stanne
"There's much more detail in our music now than 20 years ago. It's also much easier nowadays because you can do many things at home." - Morten Lybecker
