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Montreal, QC – June 29, 2022
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Montreal’s THE OCCULT Announces Debut Self Titled Album And First Single âIn This Nightâ
Infusing 80’s American punk with 90’s rock n’ roll and alt-metal, Montreal, Canada’s The Occult is gearing up to release their debut self-titled album this year and with the first single âIn This Nightâ, they invite you to get lost in the music. The single and its accompanying video is gritty, energetic, and catchy, with it being presented in stark monochromatic tones. Vocalist/songwriter Eric Savanis comments on the track:
âGianni and I did this video together. At the time, I had no band members and figured, maybe Iâd find some if I released a video. I didnât but the video came out pretty cool. Itâs probably a little less on the nose than the previous song âWatch you Dieâ but these themes are similar. The modulations in the verses were certainly accidental but still stand out as something thatâs just really cool musically.â
Amidst the dark lyrical content such as murder, politics, and disdain for religion, The Occult is ultimately a celebratory band. They like to ensure that people leave the show with a smile. Hoping that people will forget their problems and become fully immersed in the music, they look to provide a transcendental experience. Well rehearsed, they donât get on stage and wing it, they are dedicated, passionate, and meticulous about their music.
For the most part, each of the bandâs songs starts with the vocals, a chorus melody that needs music to be written around it. Once that core of the song is done the rest starts taking shape. The single âIn This Nightâ was written back in 2011, and unexpectedly, was the advent of the band. The sole songwriter, Savanis was surprised with how simple it was to write – natural and innate. Constantly writing, he finished the other twelve tracks in a few months.
According to the band, this debut is the first step in what they hope is a long journey. They have a lot to say and think people will really dig the tunes. With a conglomeration of influences, especially stuff from the Seattle region in the early 90s, The Occult presents something that is both familiar and fresh. They are recommended for fans of Type O Negative, Life of Agony, Danzig, and Misfits.
The video and single âInto This Nightâ can be seen and heard at https://youtu.be/uJm7S-rGKio
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The self-titled album will be available on August 19, 2022.
Digital album pre-save –Â https://linktr.ee/officialTheOccultbandâ
Track Listing:â
1. Watch You Die â 3:05
2. In This Night â 2:59
3. Deth Doll â 3:22
4. Strangling Republicans â 2:48
5. Itâs Amateur Hour â 2:49
6. 20 Years â 2:59
7. Dots â 2:05
8. Gotta Love Those Humans – 3:47
9. Dine with Me – 1:56
10. Team Satan – 3:48
11. Planet Pisces – 2:44
12. Nicole – 2:51
13. Occupy Unite – 3:14
Album Length: 35:50
Album Recording Credits:â
⢠All songs performed by: The Occult
⢠All songs written by: Eric Savanis
⢠Produced by: Eric Savanis
⢠Mixed by: Maxime Philippe
⢠Mastered by: Maxime Philippe
⢠Album Artwork by: Ishca Photography
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âAlbum Band Line Up:â
Vocals: Eric Savanis
Rhythm/Lead Guitar & Back Vox/Co-Lead on Dots Vox: Alex Klimatiris (Purple Meadow)
Bass & Back Vox: Gianni Berretta (House of Dusk)
Drums: Justin Piedimonte (Immortal Guardian, ex-The Chronicles of Israfel)
Guest Vocals on Planet Pisces: Lord Fez Khan (ex- Crosstitution, Double Cross)
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âLive Band Line Up:â
Vocals: Eric Savanis
Rhythm Guitar & Back Vox: Rafael Corzo
Bass & Back Vox: Carlos Carvalho
Drums: Adrian Sowavey
For more info:â
âhttps://www.facebook.com/TheOccultBandâ
âhttps://www.instagram.com/theoccultbandâ
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