NEWS RELEASE
Montreal, QC – November 23, 2023
BLACK DAGGERS Speak To Your Inner Demons w/ New Video “Wasted”
Debut Concept Record “Phantasmagoria” Out Now!
L-R: Spencer McLeod (Drums), Stanley Sullivan (Rhythm Guitar), Mike Szeles (Bass Guitar), Valentine Vandal (Lead Vox, Lead Guitar)
Photo Credit – Mark Manlapaz (@snapshot_hott on IG)
Releasing their debut album “Phantasmagoria” at the end of this past October, Red Deer, AB, Canada’s Black Daggers are sharing their latest music video for the track “Wasted”. A song written from the point of view of speaking to your inner demons, this track freely switches from one to the other.
“Itâs not meant to be clear who is the one speaking at any given point, but itâs a conversation in the mirror. We think this is a relatable concept for people who struggle with their own inner struggles.” adds the band.
The music video for “Wasted” can be seen and heard via its premiere on AllAboutTheRock HERE.
A concept record about a Faustian Bargain gone awry, “Phantasmagoria” sees its protagonist character making a deal with the Devil, which quickly goes wrong when they see their life unraveling. The album is as much about struggling with vices as it is dealing with depression and addiction. The band wanted to really dig into the idea of drug-induced psychosis and explore where that might lead to paranoia and further self-destruction. They think in some ways the character will be relatable to people whoâve dealt with battling their inner demons with mental health issues or lived with addictions.
âWe want fans to experience this record by putting on their headphones, closing their eyes and just imagining themselves drifting into this world where nothing is off limits and excess is the norm. The character struggles to cope with their newfound euphoria and it leads them down a dark path of self-destruction. If anything, after listening to this record people get a slightly deeper understanding of the struggles some people face.â says the band.
Self-producing this first full-length, Black Daggers‘ explored different sound textures and ideas, but they also wanted to make sure the record was something they could reproduce live, which they are looking forward to doing in the coming months with plans to play across Alberta and beyond.
“Phantasmagoria” is available on all digital platforms at https://linktr.ee/blackdaggersmusicâ
Spotify –Â https://spoti.fi/40gqFMLâ
Track Listing:â
1. Best Iâve Got – (4:00)
2. These Broken Bones – (3:46)
3. Surfinâ A Vibe – (4:04)
4. Voices – (4:21)
5. Iâm Here – (4:15)
6. Wasted – (3:23)
7. City Limits – (3:07)
8. Carpe Diem – (4:22)
Album Length: 31:22
More info: Blackdaggersmusic.com | Facebook.com/blackdaggersofficial | Instagram.com/blackdaggersmusic | Tiktok.com/@blackdaggersmusicâ
About: Black Daggers are set to take the hard rock and metal scenes by storm with their electrifying, pulse-pounding sound. Composed of four talented musicians, each bringing their own flair and expertise to the table. With dual guitars that weave intricate, powerful riffs and solos, a thundering bass that lays down the groove, and a drummer who effortlessly keeps the pulse of the band’s heart pounding, the musical talent on display is undeniable. Fronted by a lead vocalist whose voice soars and roars with equal ferocity, Black Daggers is the full package. Drawing inspiration from legendary acts such as Between the Buried and Me, Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, Queens of the Stone Age, Big Wreck, and Mastodon, Black Daggers fuse the raw energy of metal with the melodic sensibilities of hard rock to create a unique, unforgettable sound that transcends genres.
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“The ideas, the story, the connection to the characters are there as if one is reading a book or watching a movie. Phantasmagoria is cohesive in its songs, music, and mood and that cohesiveness of Phantasmagoria is what makes the debut album from Black Daggers brilliant. MUST LISTEN TRACKS: âBest Iâve Gotâ, âIm Hereâ, âWastedâ, âCity Limitsâ, âCarpe Diemâ” – Amplify The Noise
âSolid. God knows we need more music like this, especially in Canada. If youâre into anything from Alice in Chains and Soundgarden to Mastodon and Big Wreck, this is for you.â – Alan Cross – Undiscovered Gem of the Week – Corus Media
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ââSurfinâ a Vibeâ really conjures a dark, horror-laced image. The raw vocals perfectly capture the feeling of impactful shock rock. I like the bold confidence and furious brutality. Itâs well-structured but raucous.â â What CRB thought of ‘Surfin’ a Vibe’
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âI really like what they did with the solo coming in a bar early. Really interesting stuff. Song of the night!â – @the_ghosthouse (Twitch)
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