BEWITCHER Shares New Digital Single, "The Warrior Trail," Kicks Off U.S. Tour on Friday

All the best tunes belong to the Devil, and Portland’s bastard sons BEWITCHER take back rock n’ roll in Baphomet’s name. The speed metal demons have unleashed a new digital single, "The Warrior Trail," which was previously only available via the Decibel Magazine flexi series. The song can now be streamed HERE.

The band is now joining forces with DEATHCHANT to co-headline a U.S. tour in celebration of their latest offering, 'Spell Shock,' along with support from PERSEKUTOR. In conjunction with BEWITCHER's appearance at Hell's Heroes Festival on March 30, the speed metal demons will wreak havoc across the country starting this Friday, March 14, in San Francisco, CA until the final stop back in their hometown of Portland on April 5! The full itinerary can be found below while tickets can be found HERE.

In addition, BEWITCHER will be conquering Europe and the UK this spring!

Joining Von Bewitcher, bassist A. Magus, and drummer A. Hunter in the studio this time was none other longtime BEWITCHER fan Lars Frederiksen. Most of the world knows Frederiksen as a force in his own right, playing in the likes of Bay Area punk heroes Rancid, as well as his own Old Firm Casuals. While to some, it may have been an unlikely pairing with Frederiksen taking the producer’s seat, for everyone in the studio the connection was immediate.

As Frederiksen previously commented on 'Spell Shock': "It’s the best record I’ve ever produced for one of the best bands in the world."

Magus explains about their experience with Frederiksen: “[Lars’] knowledge of heavy metal, black metal and thrash – as well as punk, is vast and extreme. It was definitely a match made in hell.'

'Spell Shock' is out now Century Media Records and can be found HERE.

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

From its eye-grabbing-and-gouging artwork by Italian horror maestro Solo Macello, to songs like the haunting “We Die in Dust,” to the epic closing track “Ride of the Iron Fox” (“That’s BEWITCHER’s Dokken song!” laughs A. Hunter.) Spell Shock is BEWITCHER at their most evolved and most devastatingly primal. “We wanted it to be an album experience,” says drummer A. Hunter. “Imagine King Diamond’s Abigail in terms of atmosphere merged with the energy of AC/DC’s High Voltage.”

Line-Up:

Mateo von Bewitcher – vox + guitars

A. Hunter – drums + percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar + backing vox

Artwork: Solo Macello

Producer: Lars Frederiksen

Follow:

Official Website

Facebook

Instagram

Pre-order: https://bewitcher.lnk.to/SpellShock

Formats:

Gatefold black LP

Ltd. Gatefold lilac LP (300x) available through cmdistro.de and various other retailers

Ltd. Gatefold translucent orange crush LP (US version, 300x) available only from BEWITCHER

Standard Jewelcase CD

Digital Album

BEWITCHER U.S. Tour Dates (w/ PERSEKUTOR + DEATHCHANT):

03/14: San Francisco, CA @ Bottom of the Hill

03/15: Sacramento, CA @ Cafe Colonial

03/16: San Diego, CA @ Brick by Brick

03/17: Los Angeles, CA @ Lodge Room

03/18: Phoenix, AZ @ Nile Underground

03/20: Houston, TX @ Hell's Heroes^*

03/21: Dallas, TX @ TX Tea Room

03/22: Austin, TX @ The Ballroom

03/23: Oklahoma City, OK @ 89th Street

03/25: Kansas City, MO @ Record Bar

03/26: Chicago, IL @ Reggie's

03/27: Milwaukee, WI @ X-Ray Arcade

03/28: St. Paul, MN @ Turf Club

03/29: Fargo, ND @ Aquarium

03/31: Denver, CO @ Hi-Dive

04/02: Richland, WA @ Ray's Golden Lion*

04/03: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon*

4/05: Portland, OR @ Twilight Cafe & Bar*

05/17: Vancouver, BC @ Modified Ghost Fest^*

^ No Deathchant

* No Persekutor

BEWITCHER Announces U.S. March Tour

All the best tunes belong to the Devil, and Portland’s bastard sons BEWITCHER have returned to take back rock n’ roll in Baphomet’s name. The band is now joining forces with DEATHCHANT to co-headline a U.S. tour in celebration of their latest offering, 'Spell Shock,' along with support from PERSEKUTOR. In conjunction with BEWITCHER's appearance at Hell's Heroes Festival on March 30, the speed metal demons will wreak havoc across the country from March 14 in San Francisco, CA until the final stop back in their hometown of Portland on April 5! The full itinerary can be found below while tickets can be found HERE.

Bassist A. Magus comments, “Few bands are as aligned with us in their love of all things Motörhead and Sabbath than DEATHCHANT. When the opportunity came to join forces for a spring run to Hells Heroes and back, we couldn’t say no. To make this tour even more killer, Romania’s snow obsessed riff-lords PERSEKUTOR will be tagging along. Expect nothing short of ice-cold beer soaked heavy tunes and hellish good times. PARTY ON!”

Joining Von Bewitcher, bassist A. Magus, and drummer A. Hunter in the studio this time was none other longtime BEWITCHER fan Lars Frederiksen. Most of the world knows Frederiksen as a force in his own right, playing in the likes of Bay Area punk heroes Rancid, as well as his own Old Firm Casuals. While to some, it may have been an unlikely pairing with Frederiksen taking the producer’s seat, for everyone in the studio the connection was immediate.

As Frederiksen previously commented on 'Spell Shock': "It’s the best record I’ve ever produced for one of the best bands in the world."

Magus explains about their experience with Frederiksen: “[Lars’] knowledge of heavy metal, black metal and thrash – as well as punk, is vast and extreme. It was definitely a match made in hell.'

'Spell Shock' is out now Century Media Records and can be found HERE.

BEWITCHER U.S. Tour Dates (w/ PERSEKUTOR + DEATHCHANT):

03/14: San Francisco, CA @ Bottom of the Hill

03/15: Sacramento, CA @ Cafe Colonial

03/16: San Diego, CA @ Brick by Brick

03/17: Los Angeles, CA @ Lodge Room

03/18: Phoenix, AZ @ Nile Underground

03/20: Houston, TX @ Hell's Heroes^*

03/21: Dallas, TX @ TX Tea Room

03/22: Austin, TX @ The Ballroom

03/23: Oklahoma City, OK @ 89th Street

03/25: Kansas City, MO @ Record Bar

03/26: Chicago, IL @ Reggie's

03/27: Milwaukee, WI @ X-Ray Arcade

03/28: St. Paul, MN @ Turf Club

03/29: Fargo, ND @ Aquarium

03/31: Denver, CO @ Hi-Dive

03/02: Richland, WA @ Ray's Golden Lion*

03/03: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon*

03/05: Portland, OR @ Twilight Cafe & Bar*

05/17: Vancouver, BC @ Modified Ghost Fest^*

^ No Deathchant

* No Persekutor

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

From its eye-grabbing-and-gouging artwork by Italian horror maestro Solo Macello, to songs like the haunting “We Die in Dust,” to the epic closing track “Ride of the Iron Fox” (“That’s BEWITCHER’s Dokken song!” laughs A. Hunter.) Spell Shock is BEWITCHER at their most evolved and most devastatingly primal. “We wanted it to be an album experience,” says drummer A. Hunter. “Imagine King Diamond’s Abigail in terms of atmosphere merged with the energy of AC/DC’s High Voltage.”

Line-Up:

Mateo von Bewitcher – vox + guitars

A. Hunter – drums + percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar + backing vox

Artwork: Solo Macello

Producer: Lars Frederiksen

Follow:

Official Website

Facebook

Instagram

Pre-order: https://bewitcher.lnk.to/SpellShock

Formats: Gatefold black LP

Ltd. Gatefold lilac LP (300x) available through cmdistro.de and various other retailers

Ltd. Gatefold translucent orange crush LP (US version, 300x) available only from BEWITCHER

Standard Jewelcase CD

Digital Album

BEWITCHER Drops New Music Video for "Spell Shock," New Album Out Today

All the best tunes belong to the Devil, and Portland’s bastard sons BEWITCHER have returned to take back rock n’ roll in Baphomet’s name. In honor of today's release of the band's new studio album,, 'Spell Shock,' BEWITCHER is revealing an ominous new music video for the title track! The clip was created by lucamainardi.graphics with band footage by A. Magus and art direction inspired by SoloMacello, who created the stunning artwork of the album. Watch below.

Says bassist A. Magus on the unholy genesis of the new album, "'Spell Shock’ is the product of playing 130 shows in a row and then going straight into writing and recording,” Indeed, BEWITCHER’s unrelenting tour grind for their 2021’s 'Cursed Be Thy Kingdom,' alongside the likes of Municipal Waste, Goatwhore, Cavalera and Exhumed became the fuel for their finest moment to date. “Spell Shock” lives up to its title. It’s riffs, filth and fury at their most demonic and rebellious.

Joining frontman Mateo Von Bewitcher, bassist A. Magus, and drummer A. Hunter in the studio

Joining Von Bewitcher, bassist A. Magus, and drummer A. Hunter in the studio this time was none other longtime BEWITCHER fan Lars Frederiksen. Most of the world knows Frederiksen as a force in his own right, playing in the likes of Bay Area punk heroes Rancid, as well as his own Old Firm Casuals. While to some, it may have been an unlikely pairing with Frederiksen taking the producer’s seat, for everyone in the studio the connection was immediate.

As Frederiksen previously commented on 'Spell Shock': "It’s the best record I’ve ever produced for one of the best bands in the world."

Magus explains about their experience with Frederiksen: “[Lars’] knowledge of heavy metal, black metal and thrash – as well as punk, is vast and extreme. It was definitely a match made in hell.'

From 'Spell Shock's' pummeling first invocation, “Starfire Maelstrom,” BEWITCHER stake a bloody claim on making a metal record that’s equally classic and contemporary. With them, classic is undeniably key. “We kept coming back to classic heavy metal records for inspiration,” says Magus. “What we got was our take on classic 80’s metal records using the tools we have today.” The band also credits engineer and mixer Chris Dugan, best known for his work with Green Day (Yes, Green Day, but listen to those guitars!), for nailing 'Spell Shock’s' energized rawness. “We’ve always tried to be an old school band, without being or sounding like a retro or trad metal band,” adds Von Bewitcher.

'Spell Shock' is BEWITCHER at their most evolved and most devastatingly primal. “We wanted it to be an album experience,” says drummer A. Hunter. “Imagine King Diamond’s 'Abigail' in terms of atmosphere merged with the energy of AC/DC’s 'High Voltage.'”

In addition, BEWITCHER will be exclusively releasing the new single, "The Warrior Trail," via the Decibel Magazine Flexi Series and will be available in the magazine's latest issue with a deluxe subscription! Order HERE.

'Spell Shock' is out now Century Media Records and can be found HERE.

In addition, BEWITCHER is currently on an extensive North American tour, in which they are co-headlining with label-mates SKELETAL REMAINS. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets can be found HERE.

SKELETAL REMAINS + BEWITCHER North American Tour Dates:

w/ PHOBOPHILIC (all dates), TORTURE RACK* (09/20-10/06), WITCH VOMIT^ (10/06-10/20), MORGUL BLADE~ (10/02-10/05)

9/27: New Orleans, LA @ Southport Hall *

9/28: Orlando, FL @ Conduit *

9/29: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Purgatory) *

10/01: Raleigh, NC @ Chapel of Bones *

10/02: Philadelphia, PA @ KFN *~

10/03: Brooklyn, NY @ Market Hotel *~

10/04: Worcester, MA @ Ralphs *~

10/05: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving *~

10/06: Chicago, IL @ Cobra Lounge *^

10/08: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary *^

10/09: Ottawa, ON @ The Dom *^

10/10: Toronto, ON @ Rockpile *^

10/11: Albany, NY @ Empire Underground +*^

10/12: Baltimore, Md @ Metro Gallery +*^

10/13: Cincinnati, OH @ Madison Live +*^

10/14: Des Moines, IA @ Lefty's +*^

10/15: Omaha, NE @ Reverb Lounge*^

10/16: Denver, CO @ HQ *^

10/17: Salt Lake City, UT @ Aces High Saloon *^

10/18: Boise, ID @ The Shredder *^

10/19: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon *^

10/20: Portland, OR @ Dante's *^

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

From its eye-grabbing-and-gouging artwork by Italian horror maestro Solo Macello, to songs like the haunting “We Die in Dust,” to the epic closing track “Ride of the Iron Fox” (“That’s BEWITCHER’s Dokken song!” laughs A. Hunter.) Spell Shock is BEWITCHER at their most evolved and most devastatingly primal. “We wanted it to be an album experience,” says drummer A. Hunter. “Imagine King Diamond’s Abigail in terms of atmosphere merged with the energy of AC/DC’s High Voltage.”

Line-Up:

Mateo von Bewitcher – vox + guitars

A. Hunter – drums + percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar + backing vox

Artwork: Solo Macello

Producer: Lars Frederiksen

Follow:

Official Website

Facebook

Instagram

Pre-order: https://bewitcher.lnk.to/SpellShock

Formats: Gatefold black LP

Ltd. Gatefold lilac LP (300x) available through cmdistro.de and various other retailers

Ltd. Gatefold translucent orange crush LP (US version, 300x) available only from BEWITCHER

Standard Jewelcase CD

Digital Album

SKELETAL REMAINS + BEWITCHER Kick Off Co-Headlining North American Tour

Los Angeles death metal dealers SKELETAL REMAINS and Portland speed demons BEWITCHER are teaming up to wreck North America together! The tour will kick off on September 20 in SKELETAL REMAINS' hometown of L.A. and will demolish the states through October 20, where BEWITCHER will see their own homecoming in Portland, OR.

The bands will see direct support by PHOBOPHILIC for the entierty of the trek with additional support by TORTURE RACK (September 20 - October 6), WITCH VOMIT (October 6 - 20), and MORGUL BLADE (October 2-5). Tickets are now available while The full itinerary can be found below!

BEWITCHER will be celebrating the release of their upcoming opus, 'Spell Shock,' due September 27 on on Century Media Records. The raucous new single, "Dystopic Demonolatry," can be found HERE while pre-orders for 'Spell Shock' are available HERE.

Meanwhile, SKELETAL REMAINS will be touring in support of their critically acclaimed fifth studio album, 'Fragments of the Ageless,' which was released on March 8, 2024 via Century Media Records! The album is available to stream, download, and pre-order HERE.

Skeletal Remains previously commented, "We are exited to embark on our first co-headlining tour this September alongside Bewitcher. Joining us on the road we have Phobophillic, Witch Vomit, Torture Rack, and Morgul Blade on selected dates. See you soon!" Bewitcher bassist A. Magus adds, "Bullet-belt battalions of North America...dig up your favorite Morbid Angel tee and prepare for the sickest underground tour of the fall! We are beyond chuffed to be hitting the killing road with Skeletal Remains for a month of death-dealing, speed metal sorcery alongside Phobophilic, Torture Rack, Witch Vomit and Morgul Blade! We live for diverse lineups like this, and they just don't happen enough!"

SKELETAL REMAINS + BEWITCHER North American Tour Dates:

w/ PHOBOPHILIC (all dates), TORTURE RACK* (09/20-10/06), WITCH VOMIT^ (10/06-10/20), MORGUL BLADE~ (10/02-10/05)

09/19: Atascadero, CA @ Dark Nectar Coffee [BEWITCHER Only, Headliner)

09/20: Los Angeles, CA @ Moroccan Lounge *

09/21: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick *

09/22: Mesa, AZ @ Nile Underground *

9/24: San Antonio, TX @ The Rock Box *

9/25: Dallas, TX @ RBC *

9/26: Houston, TX @ Scout Bar *

9/27: New Orleans, LA @ Southport Hall *

9/28: Orlando, FL @ Conduit *

9/29: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Purgatory) *

10/01: Raleigh, NC @ Chapel of Bones *

10/02: Philadelphia, PA @ KFN *~

10/03: Brooklyn, NY @ Market Hotel *~

10/04: Worcester, MA @ Ralphs *~

10/05: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving *~

10/06: Chicago, IL @ Cobra Lounge *^

10/08: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary *^

10/09: Ottawa, ON @ The Dom *^

10/10: Toronto, ON @ Rockpile *^

10/11: Albany, NY @ Empire Underground +*^

10/12: Baltimore, Md @ Metro Gallery +*^

10/13: Cincinnati, OH @ Madison Live +*^

10/14: Des Moines, IA @ Lefty's +*^

10/15: Omaha, NE @ Reverb Lounge*^

10/16: Denver, CO @ HQ *^

10/17: Salt Lake City, UT @ Aces High Saloon *^

10/18: Boise, ID @ The Shredder *^

10/19: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon *^

10/20: Portland, OR @ Dante's *^

Bewitcher photo by Raymond Ahner

ABOUT BEWITCHER:

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

Line-Up:

Mateo von Bewitcher – vox + guitars

A. Hunter – drums + percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar + backing vox

Follow:

Official Website

Facebook

Instagram

Stream // Order // Download

Skeletal Remains photo by Allen Falcon

ABOUT SKELETAL REMAINS:

Skeletal Remains’s ultra-brutal new album, Fragments of the Ageless, is upon us! The Americans—featuring Mike De La O (guitars), Chris Monroy (guitars/vocals), Pierce Williams (drums), and newcomer Brian Rush (bass)—kept busy after their much-hailed The Entombment of Chaos landed into a chaotic world in 2020. Rather than sit idle, the re-energized quartet crafted their penultimate statement. Tracks like “Void of Despair,” which Monroy describes as “aggressive and spastic,” “To Conquer the Devout,” “Relentless Appetite,” and “Verminous Embodiment” are death metal manifested in sound fundamentals, killer musicianship, and the right attitude. While Skeletal Remains have had four full-lengths since forming in 2011, 'Fragments of the Ageless' is the band in their highest grotesque gear yet.

Line-up:

Chris Monroy - guitars/vocals

Mike De La O - guitars

Brian Rush - bass

Follow:

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

INSTAGRAM

FACEBOOK

STREAM // DOWNLOAD

BEWITCHER Shares Music Video for New Single, "Out Against The Law," Announces Pre-Orders for 'Spell Shock'

All the best tunes belong to the Devil, and Portland’s bastard sons BEWITCHER have returned to take back rock n’ roll in Baphomet’s name. The speed demons are now unveiling the anthemic new single, "Out Against the Law," from their new upcoming album, 'Spell Shock,' due September 27 on on Century Media Records. The song can be found along with an epic music video, which features performance footage and behind-the-scenes clips from the haunted trio's 2024 performances in Knucklehead in Hollywood, CA, various locations across Mexico, and Milwaukee Metal Fest. In addition, the video also features a slew of guest appearances from members of MUNICIPAL WASTE, GOATWHORE, INCANTATION, CLOAK, VISIGOTH + NIGHT DEMON! The video can be found below.

Bewitcher drummer A. Hunter comments, “Our forthcoming album 'Spell Shock' is now available for pre-order! To celebrate after you smash the pre-order button, pour yourself a double and channel your inner desperado with the new single 'Out Against the Law!' One of the first songs written for 'Spell Shock,' 'Out Against the Law' went from being a twangy country riff, to a full on Black Magick Metal ripper! The music video captures us on our recent U.S./Mexico tour and highlights life on the run with Bewitcher. Crank it up and pre-order 'Spell Shock' now!!”

Joining Von Bewitcher, bassist A. Magus, and drummer A. Hunter in the studio this time was none other longtime BEWITCHER fan Lars Frederiksen. Most of the world knows Frederiksen as a force in his own right, playing in the likes of Bay Area punk heroes Rancid, as well as his own Old Firm Casuals. While to some, it may have been an unlikely pairing with Frederiksen taking the producer’s seat, for everyone in the studio the connection was immediate.

As Frederiksen previously commented on 'Spell Shock': "It’s the best record I’ve ever produced for one of the best bands in the world."

In addition, BEWITCHER recently announced an extensive North American tour, in which they will be co-headlining with label-mates SKELETAL REMAINS. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets can be found HERE.

Pre-order 'Spell Shock' HERE.

SKELETAL REMAINS + BEWITCHER North American Tour Dates:

w/ PHOBOPHILIC+ (excl. 10/06-10/10 & 10/15-10/20), TORTURE RACK* (09/20-10/06), WITCH VOMIT^ (10/06-10/20), MORGUL BLADE~ (10/02-10/05)

09/20: Los Angeles, CA @ Moroccan Lounge +*

09/21: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick +*

09/22: Mesa, AZ @ Nile Underground +*

9/24: San Antonio, TX @ The Rock Box +*

9/25: Dallas, TX @ RBC +*

9/26: Houston, TX @ Scout Bar +*

9/27: New Orleans, LA @ Southport Hall +*

9/28: Orlando, FL @ Conduit +*

9/29: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Purgatory) +*

10/01: Raleigh, NC @ Chapel of Bones +*

10/02: Philadelphia, PA @ KFN +*~

10/03: Brooklyn, NY @ Market Hotel +*~

10/04: Worcester, MA @ Ralphs +*~

10/05: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving +*~

10/06: Chicago, IL @ Cobra Lounge *^

10/08: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary *^

10/09: Ottawa, ON @ The Dom *^

10/10: Toronto, ON @ Rockpile *^

10/11: Albany, NY @ Empire Underground +*^

10/12: Baltimore, Md @ Metro Gallery +*^

10/13: Cincinnati, OH @ Madison Live +*^

10/15: Omaha, NE @ Reverb Lounge*^

10/16: Denver, CO @ HQ *^

10/17: Salt Lake City, UT @ Aces High Saloon *^

10/18: Boise, ID @ The Shredder *^

10/19: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon *^

10/20: Portland, OR @ Dante's *^

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

From its eye-grabbing-and-gouging artwork by Italian horror maestro Solo Macello, to songs like the haunting “We Die in Dust,” to the epic closing track “Ride of the Iron Fox” (“That’s BEWITCHER’s Dokken song!” laughs A. Hunter.) Spell Shock is BEWITCHER at their most evolved and most devastatingly primal. “We wanted it to be an album experience,” says drummer A. Hunter. “Imagine King Diamond’s Abigail in terms of atmosphere merged with the energy of AC/DC’s High Voltage.”

Line-Up:

Mateo von Bewitcher – vox + guitars

A. Hunter – drums + percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar + backing vox

Artwork: Solo Macello

Producer: Lars Frederiksen

Follow:

Official Website

Facebook

Instagram

Pre-order: https://bewitcher.lnk.to/SpellShock

Formats: Gatefold black LP

Ltd. Gatefold lilac LP (300x) available through cmdistro.de and various other retailers

Ltd. Gatefold translucent orange crush LP (US version, 300x) available only from BEWITCHER

Standard Jewelcase CD

Digital Album

BEWITCHER Unleashes Electrifying New Single, "Starfire Maelstrom," Announces New Album, 'Spell Shock'

All the best tunes belong to the Devil, and Portland’s bastard sons BEWITCHER have returned to take back rock n’ roll in Baphomet’s name. The speed demons are now unleashing the electrifying new single, “Starfire Maelstrom," which is the first invocation from the haunted trio’s upcoming album, 'Spell Shock,' due September 27 on on Century Media Records. The track is the hardened and bloodthirsty sound of BEWITCHER - noise, filth, fury n’ all - and can be found along with a lyric video, which was created by Scott Taysom, watch below.

“It’s full of apocalyptic, speed demon vibes, and imagery taken from the worst of current events that only get more apocalyptic as time goes by,” says BEWITCHER frontman Mateo von Bewitcher of the album's lead missive. “It’s the feeling you get from ‘Fight Fire with Fire’ on [Metallica’s] ‘Ride the Lightning.’ It’s immediate how it feeds into themes of human destruction and war, but also has cosmic elements. It’s a classic album opener.”

Joining Von Bewitcher, bassist A. Magus, and drummer A. Hunter in the studio this time was none other longtime BEWITCHER fan Lars Frederiksen. Most of the world knows Frederiksen as a force in his own right, playing in the likes of Bay Area punk heroes Rancid, as well as his own Old Firm Casuals. While to some, it may have been an unlikely pairing with Frederiksen taking the producer’s seat, for everyone in the studio the connection was immediate.

Says Frederiksen on Spell Shock: "It’s the best record I’ve ever produced for one of the best bands in the world."

Bewitcher's latest lightening strike comes just in time for the band's appearance at Milwaukee Metal Festival, in which they will be laying waste to The Rave/Eagle's Ballroom tonight, May 17! Bewitcher is currently on the road with fellow Portland-based occultists UADA and Century Media labelmates Upon Stone for "The Shadows Return" tour, which will continue to decimate the states until the final stop on May 28 in Sacramento, CA. The full itinerary can be found below! More dates including a Fall North American tour, and BEWITCHER’s return to Europe as they continue to extol their “Black Magick Metal” gospel will be announced soon

Stream and download the new single HERE.

BEWITCHER US Dates:

THE SHADOWS RETURN TOUR w/ UADA

05/17: Milwaukee, WI @ Milwaukee Metal Fest

05/20: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary (w/ Stabbing)

05/22: Nashville, TN @ Vinyl Lounge

05/23: Dallas, TX @ RBC

05/24: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad

05/25: Phoenix, AZ @ Pub Rock

05/27: Las Vegas, NV @ Usual Place

05/28: Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Midtown

BEWITCHER EU Dates:

11/8-9/24 (SE) Umea - House of Metal Festival

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

Line-Up:

Mateo von Bewitcher – vox + guitars

A. Hunter – drums + percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar + backing vox

Follow:

Official Website

Facebook

Instagram

Stream // Order // Download

BEWITCHER Kicks Off North American Tour

Black magick metal masters Bewitcher will be "manifesting darkness" in the U.S. and Mexico starting tomorrow, May 4 with a set at Omega Fest 24 in Berkeley, CA! The band will then stop in Hollywood before making their way to Mexico for a headlining run! Upon the tour's conclusion, Bewitcher will the link up with fellow Portland-based occultists UADA for "The Shadows Return" tour, which will lay waste upon the states starting on May 14 in Salt Lake City, UT until the final stop on May 28 in Sacramento, CA. The full itinerary can be found below!

For a taste of Bewitcher's blistering live set, the band recently shared the vicious performance video for the song, "Our Lady of Speed!" Directed and edited by Nate Souza, the clip was shot in front of a SOULED OUT hometown crowd and can be found at THIS LOCATION.

"Our Lady of Speed" is taken from the band's recently released rarities and B-sides album, 'Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel,' a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks. The record is now available worldwide on available as Standard CD Jewelcase, Ltd. Gatefold white 2LP, and Digital album. Stream, order, or download it HERE.

BEWITCHER Live Dates:

Headlining California + Mexico Dates:

05/04: Berkeley, CA @ Omega Fest 24

05/05: Hollywood, CA @ Knucklehead Hollywood

05/07: Mexicali (MX) @ Malgro Cervecería & Tap Room

05/08: Morelia (MX) @ Cactux Espacio Cultural

05/09: Guadalajara (MX) @ Foro Independencia

05/10: Mexico City (MX) @ La Mezcalli

05/11: León de los Aldama (MX) @ La Cadena del Rock

THE SHADOWS RETURN TOUR w/ UADA

05/14: Salt Lake City, UT @ Aces High

05/15: Denver, CO @ HQ (w/ Exhumed)

05/16: Des Moines, IA @ Lefty's

05/17: Milwaukee, WI @ Milwaukee Metal Fest

05/20: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary (w/ Stabbing)

05/22: Nashville, TN @ Vinyl Lounge

05/23: Dallas, TX @ RBC

05/24: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad

05/25: Phoenix, AZ @ Pub Rock

05/27: Las Vegas, NV @ Usual Place

05/28: Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Midtown

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

Now, as the band reaches a new crucial milestone, they are taking a moment to look back on a

decade of diabolic speed and sorcery. Their latest offering, ”Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel“, is a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher’s original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks. Released November 17 on all formats, including a stacked double LP version, it is a compelling retrospective on the earliest days of this rising force in the world of heavy metal.

Line-Up:

M. von Bewitcher – vox & guitars

A. Hunter – drums & percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar & backing vox

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BEWITCHER Unveils New Music Video for "Our Lady of Speed," Announces Tour with UADA

Black magick metal masters Bewitcher are now unveiling the official music video for the track "Our Lady of Speed!" The clip captures the trio's blistering and relentless live performance, for which fans can experience in the flesh during Bewitcher's upcoming U.S. tour in support of their fellow Portland-based occultists, UADA. Directed and edited by Nate Souza, the clip was shot in front of a SOULED OUT hometown crowd and can be found below.

Bewitcher bassist and backing vocalist A. Magus comments, “Have ya missed us yet? After taking a much needed break, we're fucking stoked to return from crypt and lay waste to the stages of Europe and North America this spring. We've been sharpening our knives and preparing a very special evening for those in attendance...see you all very soon!"

"Our Lady of Speed" is taken from the band's recently released rarities and B-sides album, 'Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel,' a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks. The record is now available worldwide on available as Standard CD Jewelcase, Ltd. Gatefold white 2LP, and Digital album. Stream, order, or download it HERE.

Prior to the run with UADA, the band will be conquering Europe, which kicks off next week in Spain! Bewitcher will then also be performing throughout California and Mexico. The full itinerary can be found below!

BEWITCHER Live Dates:

MANIFESTING DARKNESS - Europe 2024

26.03.24 (ES) Gasteiz / Vitoria @ Urban Rock Concept

27.03.24 (ES) Santander @ Rock Beer The New

28.03.24 (ES) Gijón @ Sala Tizón

29.03.24 (ES) Virgo @ Pub Transylvania

30.03.24 (ES) Madrid @ Sala Silikona

31.03.24 (ES) Barcelona @ Sala Upload

02.04.24 (FR) Balma @ L'Engrenage

03.04.24 (CH) Meyrin @ Undertown

04.04.24 (CH) Basel @ Hirscheneck

05.04.24 (AT) Innsbruck @ PMK

06.04.24 (DE) Selb @ Rockclub Nordbayern

07.04.24 (DE) Karlsruhe @ Alte Hackerei

09.04.24 (DE) Düsseldorf @ Pitcher

10.04.24 (BE) Liège @ La Zone

11.04.24 (DE) Hamburg @ Bambi Galore

13.04.24 (NL) Eindhoven @ Welcome To Hell Fest / Effenaar

14.04.24 (FR) Paris @ Le Klub

Headlining California + Mexico Dates:

05/04: Berkeley, CA @ Omega Fest 24

05/05: Hollywood, CA @ Knucklehead Hollywood

05/07: Mexicali (MX) @ Malgro Cervecería & Tap Room

05/08: Morelia (MX) @ Cactux Espacio Cultural

05/09: Guadalajara (MX) @ Foro Independencia

05/10: Mexico City (MX) @ La Mezcalli

05/11: León de los Aldama (MX) @ La Cadena del Rock

THE SHADOWS RETURN TOUR w/ UADA

05/14: Salt Lake City, UT @ Aces High

05/15: Denver, CO @ HQ (w/ Exhumed)

05/16: Des Moines, IA @ Lefty's

05/17: Milwaukee, WI @ Milwaukee Metal Fest

05/20: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary (w/ Stabbing)

05/22: Nashville, TN @ Vinyl Lounge

05/23: Dallas, TX @ RBC

05/24: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad

05/25: Phoenix, AZ @ Pub Rock

05/27: Las Vegas, NV @ Usual Place

05/28: Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Midtown

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

Now, as the band reaches a new crucial milestone, they are taking a moment to look back on a

decade of diabolic speed and sorcery. Their latest offering, ”Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel“, is a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher’s original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks. Released November 17 on all formats, including a stacked double LP version, it is a compelling retrospective on the earliest days of this rising force in the world of heavy metal.

Line-Up:

M. von Bewitcher – vox & guitars

A. Hunter – drums & percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar & backing vox

Follow:

Official Website

Facebook

Instagram

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BEWITCHER to Embark on Winter Warm Up Tour, Starting This Week

'Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel,' is a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher's original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks - OUT NOW

Black magick metal masters Bewitcher will be embarking on their winter warm up run of live shows in the Pacific Northwest this week! The trek kicks off this Friday, January 19, in Vancouver, BC at the New Year's Winterfest and will conclude in Portland, OR on January 27. The full run can be found below!

Bewitcher is supporting their recently released rarities and B-sides album, which is due on November 17, 2023 via Century Media Records! 'Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel,' is a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks.

You can get a taste of the epic sampler by checking out "Speed 'Til You Bleed (Midnight Hunters demo, 2015)" at THIS LOCATION.

The record is now available worldwide on available as Standard CD Jewelcase, Ltd. Gatefold white 2LP, and Digital album. Stream, order, or download it HERE.

BEWITCHER (U.S. Live Dates):

01/19: Vancouver, BC @ Wise Hall (New Year's Winterfest)

01/20: Seattle, WA @ Funhouse

01/27: Portland, OR @ Star Theater

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

Now, as the band reaches a new crucial milestone, they are taking a moment to look back on a

decade of diabolic speed and sorcery. Their latest offering, ”Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel“, is a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher’s original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks. Released November 17 on all formats, including a stacked double LP version, it is a compelling retrospective on the earliest days of this rising force in the world of heavy metal.

Line-Up:

M. von Bewitcher – vox & guitars

A. Hunter – drums & percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar & backing vox

Follow:

Official Website

Facebook

Instagram

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BEWITCHER Unleashes Remastered Version of “Speed 'Til You Bleed (Midnight Hunters demo, 2015)”

Black magick metal masters Bewitcher is now unleashing the remastered version of “Speed 'Til You Bleed (Midnight Hunters demo, 2015), which is taken from their upcoming rarities and B-sides album, which is due on November 17, 2023 via Century Media Records! 'Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel,' is a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks.

The searing offering can be found along with a visualizer below.

The band comments: “One of the all-time classic Bewitcher tracks, the title says it all. Live fast, go hard, do it for the devil.”

Pre-orders are now available and can be found HERE.

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The offering will be available as: Standard CD Jewelcase, Ltd. Gatefold white 2LP, Digital album.

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

Now, as the band reaches a new crucial milestone, they are taking a moment to look back on a

decade of diabolic speed and sorcery. Their latest offering, ”Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel“, is a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher’s original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks. Released November 17 on all formats, including a stacked double LP version, it is a compelling retrospective on the earliest days of this rising force in the world of heavy metal.

Line-Up:

M. von Bewitcher – vox & guitars

A. Hunter – drums & percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar & backing vox

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Official Website

Facebook

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BEWITCHER Announces New Rarities Compilation Album, Debuts New Song, "Manifesting Darkness"

Black magick metal masters Bewitcher will be releasing a brand new rarities and B-sidesalbum on November 17, 2023 via Century Media Records! 'Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel,' is a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks. In celebration, the speed metal band is now debuting a brand new song, "Manifesting Darkness," along with a visualizer which can be found below.

Pre-orders are now available and can be found HERE.

The offering will be available as: Standard CD Jewelcase, Ltd. Gatefold white 2LP, Digital album. The artwork and tracklist can be found below!

Since their formation in 2013, Bewitcher has seen their signature “Black Magick Metal” sound go from humble beginnings to new heights of creativity and wild anthemic fervor. A small collection of long out-of-print demo tapes kicked off what has proven to be an enduring line of ripping studio albums, singles and EPs. They have earned a reputation as one of the hardest working touring acts around, bringing their volcanic, high energy live shows to every corner of North America and parts abroad.

Now, as the band reaches a new crucial milestone, they are taking a moment to look back on a

decade of diabolic speed and sorcery. Their latest offering, ”Deep Cuts & Shallow Graves: Ten Years of Black Leather, Black Magic & White Hot Fucking Steel“, is a massive 17-track compilation of Bewitcher’s original demo recordings, including rare and previously unreleased material, all remastered as well as two brand new studio tracks. Released November 17 on all formats, including a stacked double LP version, it is a compelling retrospective on the earliest days of this rising force in the world of heavy metal.

Line-Up:

M. von Bewitcher – vox & guitars

A. Hunter – drums & percussion

A. Magus – bass guitar & backing vox

Follow:

Official Website

Facebook

Instagram

Pre-order // Stream