Headbang Sans The Hangover! Introducing KittiePIG, A Delicious Non-Alcoholic and Women-Owned Beverage Brand

ALL HEADBANG. NO HANGOVER

INTRODUCING KITTIEPIG — A DEAFENINGLY DELICIOUS + NON-ALCOHOLIC SASKABERRY BLONDE

IT'S A HEAVY METAL HYBRID OF FLAVORS, INCLUDING SASKATOON BERRIES, HOPS, + BARLEY

IT'S BRASH + LEGENDARY, WITH A HINT OF SASS — JUST LIKE ITS CREATORS


KittiePIG is the brainchild of South African-born, Grammy-featured producer, songwriter, entrepreneur, and We Are PIGS frontwoman Esjay Jones, who has partnered with Morgan Lander and her all-female heavy metal band Kittie. The partnership grew organically out of a musical collaboration between We Are PIGS and Kittie in the form of the absolute rager "MOOT." Watch the video below.

KittiePIG was born out of a passion for heavy music and a desire to provide alternative beverage options at shows and music festivals.

"I'm so excited for the metal masses to try KittiePIG!," says Lander. "Brewing our own NA beverage is new and uncharted territory for us, but I think we've really created something delicious and decadent without the usual regret. With an homage to our Canadian roots thrown in for good measure with the added Saskatoon berry flavor, it's certainly a unique taste experience beer aficionados and casual drinkers alike will love."

Jones comments, "We identified a gap in the market for non-alcoholic beverages that cater to music fans and health-conscious individuals alike. Market research showed that consumers have been leaning towards healthy alternatives, seeking out low-sugar and non-alcoholic options. KittiePIG's aim is to fill this gap by offering a product that is not only desirable and delicious, but that also caters to fans as well as their wants and needs."

KittiePIG is the brand's first offering — a non-alcoholic blonde ale crafted for rock and metal fans who desire all the fun — minus the buzz. 

The product is responsibility sourced and sustainability prioritized. It's sourced from breweries that care about the environment.

KittiePIG not only looks fierce, but it pairs beautifully with festival foods including burgers, chips, tacos, ice cream, headbanging and heavy music!

KittiePIG is vegan and women-and-LGBTQ+ owned and operated!

Additionally, Kittie are working on new music and fans can expect to hear more from the iconic band in 2024. That's yet another reason to raise a can and celebrate!

Purchase KittiePIG here.

NYC Event Alert - BLOODBATH & Duff’s Brooklyn Announce Blood Drive & Listening Party Event

BLOODBATH & Duff’s Brooklyn Announce Blood Drive & Listening Party Event on September 7, 2022

Hosted by Napalm Records in Conjunction with the 11th Annual Duff’s Blood Drive, Supporting the New York Blood Center

Taste the Brand New, Special Edition BLOODBATH x Bolero Snort Brewery Beer - “CARVED” Pumpkin Spice Coffee Stout

In partnership with Duff’s Brooklyn and the New York Blood CenterBLOODBATH is thrilled to announce an official upcoming listening party/blood drive event in celebration of the band’s stellar upcoming album, “Survival of the Sickest”, out September 9! Hosted by Napalm Records, the party will take place on September 7, 2022 at Duff’s Brooklyn (168 Marcy Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211), and is open to the public at 6:30pm. Attendees must be 21+, and there is no cost to enter.

Fans can get a very first listen to the album in full during the party, as well as taste a BLOODBATH branded beer - the brand new, special edition “CARVED” Pumpkin Spice Coffee Stout - brewed in collaboration with premier New Jersey brewery Bolero Snort. Attendees will also experience the chance to win copies of the album in various formats, and other fun surprises!

As mentioned, this listening party will also double as Duff’s 11th annual blood drive! The New York Blood Center will be onsite receiving blood donations from any interested parties in attendance. Those who donate blood will receive a limited edition event shirt (while supplies last)! ***All attendees giving blood will be required to be of age and will not be permitted to donate blood if they have consumed alcohol prior, per safety guidelines.

Don’t miss this chance to experience the new BLOODBATH album two whole days earlier than the world, give to a great cause and attend the “sickest” party of the season!

BLOODBATH says:

"Many thanks to the legendary Duff's in Brooklyn and to everybody involved in putting this event together. Be there on September 7 to hear our new album, “Survival Of The Sickest”, in full, give some blood or enjoy some 'Carved' stout - let's just hope no zombie outbreaks occur or Nick will need to bust out the Super Bee for a sequel!"

Jimmy Duff, owner of the legendary Metal Mecca, Duff’s Brooklyn, says:

“Duff’s is thrilled to be partnering with the legendary Bloodbath, the New York Blood Center, Napalm Records and Bolero Snort Brewery to bring you our 11th annual blood drive party in conjunction with the release of Bloodbath’s killer new album “Survival of the Sickest”! Come on out to donate blood to those in need or try an exclusive beer and join the fun.”

Javier Jiménez, Donor Recruitment representative at the New York Blood Center adds:

“There’s no better way to help hospital patients than donating blood. Not enough people donate. When you do, you will make a difference in the lives of three patients. Support Duff’s Brooklyn Blood Drive on September 7, and thanks to all involved for their partnership in helping save lives here in New York."

Watch the official music video for "Carved"

Pre-order "Survival Of The Sickest" NOW:

The world is in flames, and "Survival Of The Sickest", produced by BLOODBATH and co-produced and mixed by Lawrence Mackrory at Rorysound Studios, offers no respite from the horrors of reality. Instead, with the addition of new guitarist Tomas ‘Plytet’ Åkvik (Lik) onboard, BLOODBATH’s latest and greatest album gleefully confronts the slavering ghoul lurking in the shadows, and treats him to ten songs of ripping death metal frenzy. Alongside BLOODBATH’s official alumni, "Survival Of The Sickest" boasts a smattering of irresistible cameos from the great, good and ghoulish of the metal underground, including Barney Greenway (Napalm Death), Luc Lemay (Gorguts) and Marc Grewe (Morgoth).

 

From the thuggish brain-smash of opener “Zombie Inferno” to the bleak, obsidian ooze of closer “No God Before Me”, "Survival Of The Sickest" is the sound of a great band in blistering form. In contrast with The Arrow Of Satan Is Drawn, which borrowed heavily from the blackened end of the death metal world, the new BLOODBATH goes straight for the jugular in true old school fashion. With strong echoes of everything from Morbid Angel and Death to Deicide and Obituary, songs like the rampaging “Putrefying Corpse”, the disgustingly slow and heavy “Dead Parade”, and the deliciously twisted “Tales Of Melting Flesh” breathe fresh fire into an arcane, perpetually rotting formula.

 

Formed by Jonas Renkse and Anders Nyström (both of KATATONIA), Mikael Åkerfeldt (Opeth) and Dan Swanö (Edge Of Sanity) in 1998, BLOODBATH devoted themselves to resurrecting the increasingly forgotten art of pure death metal. In 2014, they unveiled a new frontman – legendary Paradise Lost vocalist Nick Holmes, now redubbed Old Nick – and yet another macabre musical evolution. With this new line-up, the only way to go was grim. On "Survival Of The Sickest", BLOODBATH evoke their most horrifying sonic scenarios to date, from the death-by-munching nightmare of “Malignant Maggot Therapy”, to the murderous nihilism of “Affliction Of Extinction”. A glorious comeback from a legendarily wicked musical force, "Survival Of The Sickest" provides yet more proof that BLOODBATH are the kings of the old school.

"Survival Of The Sickest" will be available in the following formats:

Digisleeve CD Edition

Digital Full Length Album

1 Tape Edition - Brown Transparent with blue print – ltd to 200, Napalm Records Shop exclusive

Wooden Box Edition (incl. Digisleeve, Mouse Trap, Album Cover Flag, Cover Patch) – limited to 500, Napalm Records Shop exclusive

1LP SKY BLUE – limited to 300, Napalm Records Shop exclusive – SOLD OUT!

1LP DARK GREEN – limited to 500, Napalm Records Shop exclusive

1LP PICTURE VINYL – limited to 500, Napalm Records Shop exclusive

1LP BLACK

BLOODBATH are:

Nick Holmes – vocals

Anders Nyström – guitar

Tomas Åkvik – guitar

Jonas Renkse – bass

Martin ‘Axe’ Axenrot – drums

EPICA - Launches "Epica"- Beer In Cooperation With Kazematten Brewery!

If you're still searching for the perfect drink to enjoy while headbanging on your couch to the upcoming "Ωmega Alive" release, look no further! Together with the renowned Belgian craft beer brewery Kazematten, symphonic metal titans, EPICA created their own "Epica Beer" that is now available at https://www.kazematten.be/en/beers/epica/.

Guitarist Isaac Delahaye comments on the new partnership: "Being born and raised in Ypres (Belgium), and having seen the rich history of Belgian craft beers, I didn’t have to think twice to accept the proposal of my hometown brewery to create a custom EPICA lager beer.
Together with the team at Kazematten, who have been perfecting the recipe with passion, know-how, and tremendous craftsmanship for the last 18 months, we came up with this easy-to-drink and unbelievably smooth 5,4% beer.
Tasting the final result sure put a smile on the faces of everyone in the band, and we all quickly grabbed another one."

Just like the band itself, EPICA Beer is a great combination of very different flavors. The unmistakable biscuit malt backbone, supported by an irresistible touch of honey, alternates with lovely citrus notes and a spiciness that packs a punch. With just the right amount of hoppy bitterness, EPICA has a well-balanced, refreshing taste that pairs nicely with a burger, hot wings, or a pizza!

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Just recently, EPICA has announced the release of their Ωmega Alive streaming event. Brought to life by 75 artists and crew members, the larger-than-life show will be released on December 3rd and comes with tailor-made videos and graphic effects, spectacular pyro effects, rain, dancers, choirs, and actors. A first glimpse is still available here:
"Unchain Utopia - Ωmega Alive -": https://youtu.be/c8XdrOhEZl0
Download or stream the song here: https://bfan.link/omega-alive.ema

Since forming in 2002, the band has amassed an incredible amount of success, their current album Ωmega entered the album Top 10 in Germany, Holland, Belgium, and Switzerland. EPICA has toured the globe, performing at venerable festivals including Wacken, Hellfest, Heaven & Hell Festival, Heavy MTL, and Download, while also staging shows in countries where many metal bands have not played including South Korea, South Africa, and Venezuela.

EPICA is:
Simone Simons | vocals
Isaac Delahaye | guitars
Mark Jansen | guitars, grunts, screams
Coen Janssen | synths, piano
Ariën van Weesenbeek | drums
Rob van der Loo | bass