KORYPHEUS Release “ODYSSEUS” Single/Video | New Album ‘Gilgamesh’ Out Sept. 26th – Pre-Order Now
In May we introduced you to our latest announced signing KORYPHEUS. Hailing from the Ukraine, KORYPHEUS is a dynamic force in the progressive and alternative metal scenes blending intricate riffs with epic melodies, adding some metalcore and post-rock influences, creating a modern metal powerhouse. Today we share the second single and video from their forthcoming album. Please check out “Odysseus” on all streaming/download platforms, or watch the grand and bombastic clip created by Kenji Tsunami of Tsunami Films HERE https://youtu.be/tIicW04RxvM
“This composition tells the story of stoicism and love in the gruesome times of war and is inspired by my favorite epic The Odyssey,” explains singer Andy Gushin. “This composition was co-written by guitarist Oleg Kokotun and our friend Dima Filipchuk, with lyrics written by me.”
“Odysseus” follows first single “Icarus” and you’ll begin to grasp the majesty, power and melodic aggression KORYPHEUS wield. Both tracks come from the group’s forthcoming album giving fans a taste of what to expect. ‘Gilgamesh’ is an album filled with stories of times bygone and present. An album inspired by the heroic exploits of grand characters like Icarus, Gilgamesh, and Odysseus.
In stores and online Sept. 26th, ‘Gilgamesh’ is available for pre-order now http://lnk.to/korypheus on CD, limited-edition (300) solar wrath colored vinyl and digital.
“Sounds great” – Ray Hearne (Haken)
“I like what you are doing and wish you well” – Ian Gillan (Deep Purple)
“Sounds cool.” – Dan Watson (Enterprise Earth)
“Sounding Awesome! Great looking video clip” – Dale Prinsse (Caligula’s Horse)
‘Gilgamesh’ features artwork from the classic Russian painter Viktor Safonkin, who Killing Joke also used for album art, making for an impressive package with layouts courtesy of Marc Lopes (Metal Church, Ross the Boss). The album features a number of guest artists contributing throughout, including BURNING WITCHES singer Laura Guldemond, former SOEN bassist Oleksii Zlatoyar, former ORPHANED LAND co-founder/guitarist Yossi Sassi and Dmitry Kim (ex-JINJER) who plays all drums and also mixed the album. Jay Ruston (Anthrax, Amon Amarth, Stone Sour) mastered ‘Gilgamesh.’
For more info:
www.facebook.com/korypheusband
www.instagram.com/korypheus_band
www.youtube.com/korypheusband
www.m-theoryaudio.com
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