Swedish heavy rock and metal merchants TEMPLE OF DISCORD (with members of Wytch) present their new single and video titled "Black Out The Sun", taken from their upcoming debut "In The Ashes" to be issued on February 21st through Ripple Music.

Initially the personal creative outlet of Wytch guitarist Mattias Marklund, TEMPLE OF DISCORD quickly became a full-fledged band during the pandemic years, with a cast of seasoned players joining the adventure, which eventually led them to ink a deal to Californian label Ripple Music. Dark and brooding, yet beaming with a multi-faceted appeal, "In The Ashes" explores a wide array of genres including classic heavy metal, alternative and grunge rock, dark folk as well as progressive rock. Marklund's vocals are intense and heartfelt, leading the instrumentation to uncharted emotional territories while constantly remaining on the verge of reaching fever pitch. From intense riff-driven bursts to semi-acoustic lulls, this album provides a gripping and unique experience for anyone listening. 
 

"In The Ashes" is a dark exploration of the human psyche, mortality, and existential dread. The album delves into themes of death, self-destruction, and the chaos of inner demons, and explores the inevitability of mortality ("The Reaper"), the consuming nature of obsessive love ("Closer", "Black Out the Sun"), and the despair of self-inflicted pain ("Razor Me"), while also confronting guilt and the repercussions of violence ("The Fields"), and the search for identity amid self-loathing ("Someone Else").

In its final tracks, the album critiques societal deception ("All Their Lies") and reflects on personal downfall and alienation ("Rails"). As stated by frontman Mattias Marklund, "the album paints a grim, introspective portrait of loss, turmoil, and the longing for understanding in an uncaring world. But I consider myself a happy person. I promise." Don't miss their debut video for "The Reaper" at this location.