St. Louis Black Metal Unit STORMRULER Reveal Occult Opus "Upon Frozen Shores"

New Album, 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick',

Out this Friday, October 14

Pre-Order HERE

2023 European Tour with

Cannibal Corpse, Dark Funeral & Ingested Announced!

Fresh off of announcing their upcoming 2023 tour dates with scene giants Cannibal Corpse and Dark Funeral, St. Louis, MO black metal duo STORMRULER will soon release their new album, 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick', out this Friday, October 14 via Napalm Records! 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick' weaves epic tales of war, history, black magick and sorcery beyond the standard confines of black metal, birthing an unforgettable conceptual journey of legend that any metal fan would be remiss to ignore.

Following the album's first two epic singles "Sacred Rites & Black Magick" and "Internal Fulmination Of The Grand Deceivers", STORMRULER has revealed a grim and gripping third single alongside a new lyric video. “Upon Frozen Shores” weaves a sonic tale of occult doom atop triumphant soundscapes, breakneck rhythms and ghostly melodic passages – succeeding in convincing even the newest of genre converts.

STORMRULER says about “Upon Frozen Shores”:

"'Upon Frozen Shores' was chosen as the final offering of the album cycle for its grim nature and the diversity that it demonstrates within the record. Starting out of the gate with a mid-tempo pace and story-telling prose, it will sink the listener directly into the story told. In a way, it showcases all different aspects that this record has to offer - from slow mid-tempo riffage, to the imperial buzzsaw, to acoustic passages and more. We're proud to present this song to you all and we can't for everyone to experience 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick' in its entirety."

  Watch the Official Video for “Upon Frozen Shores”

Pre-Order 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick' HERE:

STORMRULER broke out in 2021 with the avid subterranean support of their debut full-length, 'Under A Burning Eclipse' - subsequently garnering scores of acclaims upon its wide re-release via Napalm Records. The album, which Decibel Magazine called, “one of the best black metal albums of the year”, introduced STORMRULER’s beyond-their-years execution of raw, atmospheric black metal doused in extravagant lyricism.

Produced, mixed and mastered by Gabe Usery at Encapsulated Studios and featuring stunning artwork by Giannis Nakos of Remedy Art Design, upcoming sophomore album 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick' blisters with more unrelenting intensity while maintaining a haunting, visceral aura more ancient and foreboding than ever. As on 'Under A Burning Eclipse', between each song on 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick' is an intricately positioned interlude building the ambiance and steering the thematic intensity of the album.

STORMRULER says about 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick':

"This album is on another level in comparison to our previous offering. It falls in the same vein of the melodic second wave black metal worship of 'Under The Burning Eclipse', but with a more intense and darker touch. It's got the high speed buzzsaw attack we love, crushing grooves, solid leads, ambience within the interludes and acoustic passages, as well as lyrics that tell a story."

Beginning with echoing, clean dual acoustic guitars, introductory interlude “Hymns Of The Slumbering Race” begins the procession of grand ascension and hair raising riffage to come. “Internal Fulmination Of The Grand Deceivers” flashes STORMRULER’s brand of Imperial Black Metal Warfare, shining with heavy bass and blast beats before cascading into icy atmosphere topped by smoke-cloaked vocals. Entrancing guitars match an ebb and flow of carefully paced interludes and merciless, speeding fury, showcasing standout leads and a blazing solo.

Similar epic songwriting, lush lyricism and skillful dynamics can be witnessed on tracks such as the brooding “Entranced Within The Moon Presence”, intricate “In The Shaded Vlasian Forest” and introspective, glistening “Along The Appian Way”. “To Bear The Twin Faces Of The Dragon” stages some of the most menacing sonic escapades and memorable leads of the 20-track offering, combining chants of sorcery with searing screams and waves of crushing melody, while tracks such as “Upon Frozen Shores”weave a sonic tale of occult doom atop triumphant soundscapes, breakneck rhythms and ghostly melodic passages. Closing battle opus “A Malice Dead & Cold” wraps the album with some of its most threatening riffs and heroic leads, fittingly drawing the curtain on the band’s sophomore excursion.

'Sacred Rites & Black Magick' is available for pre-order in the following formats:

=> 4-page CD Digipak

=> 2LP Gatefold Black

=> 2LP Gatefold Marbled White/Black/Blue - Napalm Mailorder only, limited to 300 worldwide

=> Digipak & Shirt Bundle - Napalm RoW Mailorder only

=> Full Digital Album

STORMRULER is:

Jason Asberry - Vocals, Guitars and Bass

Jesse Schobel - Drums & Vocals

St. Louis Black Metal Unit STORMRULER Reveal Grandiose Second Single "Internal Fulmination Of The Grand Deceivers"

New Album,

'Sacred Rites & Black Magick',

Out October 14, 2022

Pre-Order HERE

St. Louis, MO black metal duo STORMRULER - consisting of midwestern scene stalwarts Jason Asberry (vocals/guitars/bass) and Jesse Schobel (drums/vocals) - recently announced their return with the upcoming new album, Sacred Rites & Black Magick, out October 14, 2022 via Napalm Records! Sacred Rites & Black Magick weaves epic tales of war, history, black magick and sorcery beyond the standard confines of black metal, birthing an unforgettable conceptual journey of legend that any metal fan would be remiss to ignore.

Following the album's epic first single and music video for title track "Sacred Rites & Black Magick", which dropped last month, STORMRULER have dropped a second single - the grandiose "Internal Fulmination Of The Grand Deceivers". The track shines with heavy bass and blast beats before cascading into icy atmosphere topped by smoke-cloaked vocals. Entrancing guitars match an ebb and flow of carefully paced interludes and merciless, speeding fury, showcasing standout leads and a blazing solo.

STORMRULER says about "Internal Fulmination Of The Grand Deceivers":

"Fulmination was chosen both as our next single and as the album's opener for the attention that it demands and the journey upon which it will take the listener. It has a commanding delivery carried triumphantly by its soaring leads, stoic howling vocals and ice cold trem. An embodiment of what we consider to be true imperial black metal warfare."

Watch the Official video for

"Internal Fulmination Of The Grand Deceivers"

STORMRULER broke out in 2021 with the avid subterranean support of their debut full-length, 'Under A Burning Eclipse' - subsequently garnering scores of acclaims upon its wide re-release via Napalm Records. The album, which Decibel Magazine called, “one of the best black metal albums of the year”, introduced STORMRULER’s beyond-their-years execution of raw, atmospheric black metal doused in extravagant lyricism.

Produced, mixed and mastered by Gabe Usery at Encapsulated Studios and featuring stunning artwork by Giannis Nakos of Remedy Art Design, upcoming sophomore album 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick' blisters with more unrelenting intensity while maintaining a haunting, visceral aura more ancient and foreboding than ever.

As on 'Under A Burning Eclipse', between each song on 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick' is an intricately positioned interlude building the ambiance and steering the thematic intensity of the album.

STORMRULER says about 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick':

"This album is on another level in comparison to our previous offering. It falls in the same vein of the melodic second wave black metal worship of 'Under The Burning Eclipse', but with a more intense and darker touch. It's got the high speed buzzsaw attack we love, crushing grooves, solid leads, ambience within the interludes and acoustic passages, as well as lyrics that tell a story."

Pre-Order 'Sacred Rites & Black Magick' HERE

Beginning with echoing, clean dual acoustic guitars, introductory interlude “Hymns Of The Slumbering Race” begins the procession of grand ascension and hair raising riffage to come. “Internal Fulmination Of The Grand Deceivers” flashes STORMRULER’s brand of Imperial Black Metal Warfare, shining with heavy bass and blast beats before cascading into icy atmosphere topped by smoke-cloaked vocals. Entrancing guitars match an ebb and flow of carefully paced interludes and merciless, speeding fury, showcasing standout leads and a blazing solo.

Similar epic songwriting, lush lyricism and skillful dynamics can be witnessed on tracks such as the brooding “Entranced Within The Moon Presence”, intricate “In The Shaded Vlasian Forest” and introspective, glistening “Along The Appian Way”.

“To Bear The Twin Faces Of The Dragon” stages some of the most menacing sonic escapades and memorable leads of the 20-track offering, combining chants of sorcery with searing screams and waves of crushing melody, while tracks such as “Upon Frozen Shores” weave a sonic tale of occult doom atop triumphant soundscapes, breakneck rhythms and ghostly melodic passages.

Closing battle opus “A Malice Dead & Cold” wraps the album with some of its most threatening riffs and heroic leads, fittingly drawing the curtain on the band’s sophomore excursion.

Sacred Rites & Black Magick is available for pre-order in the following formats:

-4 page CD Digipak

-2LP Gatefold Black

-2LP Gatefold Marbled White/Black/Blue - Napalm Mailorder only, limited to 300 worldwide

-Digipak & Shirt Bundle - Napalm RoW Mailorder only

-Full Digital Album

[2LP Gatefold Marbled White/Black/Blue - Napalm Mailorder only, limited to 300 worldwide]

STORMRULER is:

Jason Asberry - Vocals, Guitars and Bass

Jesse Schobel - Drums & Vocals

St. Louis Black Metal Unit STORMRULER Announce New Album, "Sacred Rites & Black Magick"

St. Louis Black Metal Frontrunners STORMRULER Announce New Album, Sacred Rites & Black Magick, out October 14, 2022

Pre-Order HERE

Hear Scorching First Single & Title Track "Sacred Rites & Black Magick"

St. Louis, MO black metal duo STORMRULER broke out in 2021 with the avid subterranean support of their debut full-length, Under A Burning Eclipse – subsequently garnering scores of acclaim upon its wide re-release via Napalm Records. The album, which Decibel Magazine called, “one of the best black metal albums of the year”, introduced STORMRULER’s beyond-their-years execution of raw, atmospheric black metal doused in extravagant lyricism.

On October 14, 2022, the band consisting of midwestern scene stalwarts Jason Asberry (vocals/guitars/bass) and Jesse Schobel (drums/vocals) return with the aptly-entitled Sacred Rites & Black Magick – this time blistering with more unrelenting intensity while maintaining a haunting, visceral aura more ancient and foreboding than ever. Produced, mixed and mastered by Gabe Usery at Encapsulated Studios and featuring stunning artwork by Giannis Nakos of Remedy Art Design, Sacred Rites & Black Magick weaves epic tales of war, history, black magick and sorcery beyond the standard confines of black metal, birthing an unforgettable conceptual journey of legend that any metal fan would be remiss to ignore.

Today, fans can get a first taste of the album with its sharp debut single, title track "Sacred Rites & Black Magick". The track sets the supreme lyrical and musical mood of the album itself, depicting just how deftly STORMRULER conjures lucid black metal as they inject energetic, unforgettable grooves and riffs into their scorching delivery. Today's track release also arrives alongside its grim official music video.

STORMRULER says about "Sacred Rites & Black Magick":

"We chose Sacred Rites as our first offering for many reasons. We feel as if from the strike of the very first chord it gives off an apparent energy that can be felt throughout the entire album. Lyrically it encompasses the feeling of this record rather well with lyrics ripe of black magick rituals and ancient orders."

Watch the official video for "Sacred Rites & Black Magick" 

As on Under A Burning Eclipse, between each song on Sacred Rites & Black Magick is an intricately positioned interlude building the ambiance and steering the thematic intensity of the album.

Beginning with echoing, clean dual acoustic guitars, introductory interlude “Hymns Of The Slumbering Race” begins the procession of grand ascension and hair raising riffage to come. “Internal Fulmination Of The Grand Deceivers” flashes STORMRULER’s brand of Imperial Black Metal Warfare, shining with heavy bass and blastbeats before cascading into icy atmosphere topped by smoke-cloaked vocals. Entrancing guitars match an ebb and flow of carefully paced interludes and merciless, speeding fury, showcasing standout leads and a blazing solo. Similar epic songwriting, lush lyricism and skillful dynamics can be witnessed on tracks such as the brooding “Entranced Within The Moon Presence”, intricate “In The Shaded Vlasian Forest” and introspective, glistening “Along The Appian Way”. “To Bear The Twin Faces Of The Dragon” stages some of the most menacing sonic escapades and memorable leads of the 20-track offering, combining chants of sorcery with searing screams and waves of crushing melody, while tracks such as “Upon Frozen Shores” weave a sonic tale of occult doom atop triumphant soundscapes, breakneck rhythms and ghostly melodic passages. Closing battle opus “A Malice Dead & Cold” wraps the album with some of its most threatening riffs and heroic leads, fittingly drawing the curtain on the band’s sophomore excursion.

STORMRULER says about Sacred Rites & Black Magick:

"This album is on another level in comparison to our previous offering. It falls in the same vein of the melodic second wave black metal worship of Under The Burning Eclipse, but with a more intense and darker touch. It's got the high speed buzzsaw attack we love, crushing grooves, solid leads, ambience within the interludes and acoustic passages, as well as lyrics that tell a story."

Pre-Order Sacred Rites & Black Magick HERE:

Sacred Rites & Black Magick is available for pre-order in the following formats:

-4 page CD Digipak

-2LP Gatefold Black

-2LP Gatefold Marbled White/Black/Blue - Napalm Mailorder only, limited to 300 worldwide

-Digipak & Shirt Bundle - Napalm RoW Mailorder only

-Full Digital Album

[2LP Gatefold Marbled White/Black/Blue - Napalm Mailorder only, limited to 300 worldwide]

STORMRULER is:

Jason Asberry - Vocals, Guitars and Bass

Jesse Schobel - Drums & Vocals

STORMRULER To Embark on "Devastation on the Nation" 2022 North American Tour

Kicking off April 21 alongside Rotting Christ, Borknagar, and more!

Rising Black Metal outfit STORMRULER are ready to unleash their unique, Midwestern brand of fantasy-inspired black metal on stages all across North America once again! Earlier this year, the band announced that they had been invited to join the lineup for the 2022 Devastation on the Nation North American Tour. The trek kicks off on April 21st in Berkeley, CA, and concludes in Los Angeles, CA on May 22nd. A complete list of dates can be found below.

Speaking on joining this excellent lineup for the upcoming Spring trek, Jason & Jesse from Stormruler comment, "We're incredibly proud to announce that we'll be a part of this year's Devastation On The Nation tour supporting the mighty Rotting Christ and Borknagar. We are eager to lay siege alongside all of our fans across North America, leaving behind a sea of ash and embers."

STORMRULER on the "Devastation on the Nation" 2022 North American Tour

w/ Rotting Christ, Borknagar, Abigail Williams, Ghost Bath & Vale of Pnath

4/21 - Berkeley, CA - Cornerstone

4/22 - Portland, OR - Bossanova Ballroom

4/23 - Vancouver, BC - Rickshaw Theatre

4/24 - Seattle, WA - El Corazon

4/26 - Salt Lake City, UT - Metro Music Hall

4/27 - Denver, CO - The Roxy Theater

4/28 - Kansas City, MO @ BLVD

4/29 - Minneapolis, MN - Skyway Theatre

4/30 - Chicago, IL - Reggies *SOLD OUT*

5/01 - Detroit, MI - Sanctuary

5/03 - Toronto, ON - Lees Palace

5/04 - Montreal, QC - Foufounes Electriques

5/05 - Quebec City, QC - Imperial

5/06 - Manchester, NH - Jewel

5/07 - Brooklyn, NY - Saint Vitus Bar *SOLD OUT*

5/08 - Baltimore, MD - Soundstage

5/10 - Greensboro, NC - Blind Tiger

5/11 - Nashville, TN - Exit/In

5/12 - Birmingham, AL - Zydeco

5/13 - Atlanta, GA - The Masquerade (Hell)

5/14 - Tampa, FL - The Orpheum

5/16 - Houston, TX - White Oak Music Hall

5/17 - Fort Worth, TX - Haltom Theater

5/18 - Austin, TX - Come and Take It Live

5/19 - El Paso, TX - Rockhouse Bar

5/20 - Phoenix, AZ - Nile Theater

5/21 - San Diego, CA - Brick By Brick

5/22 - Los Angeles, CA -1720

Order 'Under The Burning Eclipse' Here

STORMRULER – featuring the dark lyrical genius and deft skill of guitarist/vocalist Jason Asberry and drummer Jesse Schobel – have built a noteworthy subterranean following since their formation, leading to their recent signing with Napalm Records. Combining unrelenting black metal atmosphere and vision from varying metal genres with a brutal, modernized twist of inspiration, careful listeners may just be able to identify themes from some of their favorite stories, games, and more…

Featuring 19 tracks alternating between ominous instrumental ambiance and incendiary black metal riffs and fury, their latest album, 'Under The Burning Eclipse', tells harrowing tales of war, death, victory, and defeat, and delivers an unmatched, hellscaped auditory experience. The album is a solid hour of fantasy-laden, grim fables transfixed in blackened scourge. Fans of extreme metal will not want to miss this debut offering from the mighty STORMRULER!

STORMRULER Online:

Website: https://www.stormruler.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StormrulerOFFICIAL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stormrulerofficial/

STORMRULER Joins the "Devastation on the Nation" North American Tour!

STORMRULER Joins "Devastation on the Nation" North American Tour

Beginning April 21st w/ Rotting Christ, Borknagar, and More!

Debut Album, Under The Burning Eclipse, Out Now via Napalm Records - Order HERE

Rising Black Metal outfit STORMRULER are pleased to announce that they will be joining the lineup for this year's highly anticipated 'Devastation on the Nation' North America tour! The midwestern duo will fill the space vacated by their vaunted labelmates Wolfheart, who announced their withdrawal from the bill as they work to finish their upcoming studio record.

Speaking on joining this excellent lineup for the upcoming Spring trek, Jason & Jesse from Stormruler comment, "We're incredibly proud to announce that we'll be a part of this year's Devastation On The Nation tour supporting the mighty Rotting Christ and Borknagar. We are eager to lay siege alongside all of our fans across North America, leaving behind a sea of ash and embers."

STORMRULER re-released their epic, 19-track debut album, 'Under The Burning Eclipse', on May 28th, 2021 via Napalm Records

STORMRULER on the "Devastation on the Nation" 2022 North American Tour

w/ Rotting Christ, Borknagar, Abigail Williams & Ghost Bath

4/21 - Berkeley, CA - Cornerstone

4/22 - Portland, OR - Bossanova Ballroom

4/23 - Vancouver, BC - Rickshaw Theatre

4/24 - Seattle, WA - El Corazon

4/26 - Salt Lake City, UT - Metro Music Hall

4/27 - Denver, CO - The Roxy Theater

4/28 - Kansas City, MO @ BLVD

4/29 - Minneapolis, MN - Skyway Theatre

4/30 - Chicago, IL - Reggies

5/01 - Detroit, MI - Sanctuary

5/03 - Toronto, ON - Lees Palace

5/04 - Montreal, QC - Foufounes Electriques

5/05 - Quebec City, QC - Imperial

5/06 - Manchester, NH - Jewel

5/07 - Brooklyn, NY - Saint Vitus Bar *SOLD OUT*

5/08 - Baltimore, MD - Soundstage

5/10 - Greensboro, NC - Blind Tiger

5/11 - Nashville, TN - Exit/In

5/12 - Birmingham, AL - Zydeco

5/13 - Atlanta, GA - The Masquerade (Hell)

5/14 - Tampa, FL - The Orpheum

5/16 - Houston, TX - White Oak Music Hall

5/17 - Fort Worth, TX - Haltom Theater

5/18 - Austin, TX - Come and Take It Live

5/19 - El Paso, TX - Rockhouse Bar

5/20 - Phoenix, AZ - Nile Theater

5/21 - San Diego, CA - Brick By Brick

5/22 - Los Angeles, CA -1720

Order 'Under The Burning Eclipse' Here

STORMRULER – featuring the dark lyrical genius and deft skill of guitarist/vocalist Jason Asberry and drummer Jesse Schobel – have built a noteworthy subterranean following since their formation, leading to their recent signing with Napalm Records. Combining unrelenting black metal atmosphere and vision from varying metal genres with a brutal, modernized twist of inspiration, careful listeners may just be able to identify themes from some of their favorite stories, games, and more…

Featuring 19 tracks alternating between ominous instrumental ambiance and incendiary black metal riffs and fury, their latest album, 'Under The Burning Eclipse', tells harrowing tales of war, death, victory, and defeat, and delivers an unmatched, hellscaped auditory experience. The album is a solid hour of fantasy-laden, grim fables transfixed in blackened scourge. Fans of extreme metal will not want to miss this debut offering from the mighty STORMRULER!

STORMRULER Online:

Website: https://www.stormruler.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StormrulerOFFICIAL

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stormrulerofficial/

Black Metal Duo STORMRULER Announce U.S. "Midwest Maelstrom" Headline Tour Dates

Debut Album, Under The Burning Eclipse, Out Now via Napalm Records

Order HERE

The banners of imperial black metal brigade STORMRULER are flown high!

Fast-rising St. Louis, MO, USA based black metal export STORMRULER just recently released their fantasy battle-inspired full-length offering, Under The Burning Eclipse, via Napalm Records, and are about to bring its infernal sounds to your door!

The band will hit the road in the United States this summer on their "Midwest Maelstrom" tour, visiting a total of five cities between July 27-July 31. Tickets are available via individual venues or www.stormruler.net/tour. See below for a full listing of dates.

STORMRULER "Midwest Maelstrom" Tour:

7/27 - Fort Wayne, IN @ Piere's

7/28 - Chicago, IL @ Reggie's Music Joint

7/29 - Des Moines, IA @ Lefty's

7/30 - St. Louis, MO @ Sk8 Liborious

7/31 - Kansas City, MO @ Riot Room

STORMRULER says about hitting the road:

“After months of being put to the grindstone and laying the foundation for our new album, Under The Burning Eclipse, we are incredibly excited to be announcing our first run of shows this July! For five days, STORMRULER will be at the reins laying down our brand of Pure Imperial Black Metal Warfare to cities around the Midwest. We’ve all had an entire year now, so don’t be sleeping on this!"

STORMRULER – featuring the dark lyrical genius and deft skill of guitarist/vocalist Jason Asberry and drummer Jesse Schobel – have built a noteworthy subterranean following since their formation, leading to their recent signing with Napalm Records. Combining unrelenting black metal atmosphere and vision from varying metal genres with a brutal, modernized twist of inspiration, careful listeners may just be able to identify themes from some of their favorite stories, games and more…

Featuring 19 tracks alternating between ominous instrumental ambience and incendiary black metal riffs and fury, Under The Burning Eclipse tells harrowing tales of war, death, victory and defeat, and delivers an unmatched, hellscaped auditory experience. The album is a solid hour of fantasy-laden, grim fables transfixed in blackened scourge. Fans of extreme metal will not want to miss this debut offering from the mighty STORMRULER!

Watch the grandiose music video for first single

“Reign Of The Winged Duke” HERE

-Order Under The Burning Eclipse HERE

Under The Burning Eclipse will be available in North America in the following formats:

-CD Digipack

-2LP Gatefold Vinyl Black

-Limited DieHard Edition: 2LP Gatefold Vinyl Orange/Black Splatter + Slipmat & Logo Patch (Napalm Mailorder Only – only 200 copies worldwide)

-2LP Gatefold Transparent Orange (Napalm Mailorder Only – limited to 300 copies worldwide)

-Digital Album

Limited DieHard Edition: 2LP Gatefold Vinyl Orange/Black Splatter + Slipmat & Logo Patch (Napalm Mailorder Only – only 200 copies worldwide)

STORMRULER is:

Jesse Schobel - Drums

Jason Asberry - Vocals & Guitars

St. Louis Black Metal Duo STORMRULER Reveals Scorching New Track, "At The Cliffs Of Azure City" + New Video

Black Metal Duo STORMRULER Reveals Scorching New Track, "At The Cliffs Of Azure City" + New Video

Debut Album, Under The Burning Eclipse, out this Friday, May 28

Pre-Order HERE

Stream Virtual Album Release Show HERE via Black Metal Promotion this Friday at 12pm PDT/3pm EDT/9pm CEST!

Fast-rising St. Louis, MO, USA based black metal export STORMRULER will release their infernal, fantasy battle-inspired full-length offering, Under The Burning Eclipse, this Friday, May 28 via Napalm Records, and are gracing fans with a special early surprise - a brand new lyric video for the track "At The Cliffs Of Azure City"!

Combat-ready standout “At The Cliffs Of Azure City” proves exactly why STORMRULER have turned heads in the underground with their grim attack. The track incorporates ruminations of classic heavy metal combined with scorched, war-torn percussion to create a blackened offering for the modern age.

STORMRULER says about the track:

“'At The Cliffs Of Azure City' is a track that demonstrates a bit of an off-kilter approach, with the first riff in 5/4 and a bridge section that has a traditional heavy metal feel. Lyrically it describes a city under siege by a powerful sorceress and her army of mages."

Watch the brand new lyric video for

“At The Cliffs Of Azure City”

On release day, May 28, at 12pm PDT/3pm EDT/9pm CEST, Black Metal Promotion will stream STORMRULER's very first performance virtually, for free, in celebration of the new album's release! The band is thrilled to announce that fans will be able to experience their sinister mastery in all its glory on the very same day - from their own homes. Watch the stream HERE on May 28!

STORMRULER – featuring the dark lyrical genius and deft skill of guitarist/vocalist Jason Asberry and drummer Jesse Schobel – have built a noteworthy subterranean following since their formation, leading to their recent signing with Napalm Records. Combining unrelenting black metal atmosphere and vision from varying metal genres with a brutal, modernized twist of inspiration, careful listeners may just be able to identify themes from some of their favorite stories, games and more…

Featuring 19 tracks alternating between ominous instrumental ambience and incendiary black metal riffs and fury, the album tells harrowing tales of war, death, victory and defeat, and delivers an unmatched, hellscaped auditory experience. Creeping in like menacing sonic smoke, instrumental ambient intro track “Shine Of Ivory Horns” launches directly into opener “Reign Of The Winged Duke”, instantly careening into a cascade of pummeling drums and charred riffage. Under The Burning Eclipse evenly ebbs and flows between warning mystical atmosphere and ghastly action, evident on the likes of blackened headbobbers “Age Of Steel & Blood”, “Dawn Of The Eternal Fire” and unrelenting 8+ minute title epic “Under The Burning Eclipse”. Standout burner “Of Hollowed Souls & Distant Flame” looks to the north with archaic screams and memorable, colossal progressions, while combat-ready tracks like “At The Cliffs Of Azure City” incorporate ruminations of classic heavy metal combined with scorched, war-torn percussion. The album traverses desolate musical peaks and valleys before closing with the otherworldly brutality of “Fear The Old Blood” – a non-stop onslaught of black metal attack – and ambient, acoustically-driven finisher of olde “Fields Of Mortal Shame”. Under The Burning Eclipse is a solid hour of fantasy-laden, grim fables transfixed in blackened scourge. Fans of extreme metal will not want to miss this debut offering from the mighty STORMRULER!

Pre-Order Under The Burning Eclipse HERE

Under The Burning Eclipse will be available in North America in the following formats:

-CD Digipack

-2LP Gatefold Vinyl Black

-Limited DieHard Edition: 2LP Gatefold Vinyl Orange/Black Splatter + Slipmat & Logo Patch (Napalm Mailorder Only – only 200 copies worldwide)

-2LP Gatefold Transparent Orange (Napalm Mailorder Only – limited to 300 copies worldwide)

-Digital Album

Limited DieHard Edition: 2LP Gatefold Vinyl Orange/Black Splatter + Slipmat & Logo Patch (Napalm Mailorder Only – only 200 copies worldwide)

STORMRULER is:

Jesse Schobel - Drums

Jason Asberry - Vocals & Guitars

STORMRULER Announces Free "Under The Burning Eclipse" Album Release Performance

St. Louis Black Metal Duo STORMRULER Announces Free Under The Burning Eclipse Album Release Performance

Stream HERE via Black Metal Promotion on Release Day, May 28, at 12pm PDT/3pm EDT/9pm CEST!

Debut Album, Under The Burning Eclipse, out May 28, 2021via Napalm Records

Pre-Order HERE

The banners of imperial black metal brigade STORMRULER are flown high!

Fast-rising St. Louis, MO, USA based black metal export STORMRULER will release their infernal, fantasy battle-inspired full-length offering, Under The Burning Eclipse, on Friday, May 28 via Napalm Records, and are thrilled to announce that fans will be able to experience their sinister mastery in all its glory on the very same day - from their own homes!

On May 28 at 12pm PDT/3pm EDT/9pm CEST, Black Metal Promotion will stream the band's very first performance virtually, for free, in celebration of the new album's release. STORMRULER says about the stream:

"We’re incredibly excited for everything to finally make it to this point and we can’t think of a better way of saying thank you for the all the support this early on.

We’ve got two very close friends of ours helping fill out the live lineup - Marcus Newstead (Fister, Daybringer) doing a bang up job on second guitar duties, and Tim Kutterer (Bastard, Lightning Wolf) crushing it on the low end. We’ve all been grinding hard as hell to get these songs ready to show everyone, and I think it shows. This might be the inaugural STORMRULER set, but it will be just a sample of what’s to come.”

Watch the stream HERE on May 28 at 12pm PDT/3pm EDT/9pm CEST!

STORMRULER – featuring the dark lyrical genius and deft skill of guitarist/vocalist Jason Asberry and drummer Jesse Schobel – have built a noteworthy subterranean following since their formation, leading to their recent signing with Napalm Records. Combining unrelenting black metal atmosphere and vision from varying metal genres with a brutal, modernized twist of inspiration, careful listeners may just be able to identify themes from some of their favorite stories, games and more…

Featuring 19 tracks alternating between ominous instrumental ambience and incendiary black metal riffs and fury, the album tells harrowing tales of war, death, victory and defeat, and delivers an unmatched, hellscaped auditory experience. Creeping in like menacing sonic smoke, instrumental ambient intro track “Shine Of Ivory Horns” launches directly into opener “Reign Of The Winged Duke”, instantly careening into a cascade of pummeling drums and charred riffage. Under The Burning Eclipse evenly ebbs and flows between warning mystical atmosphere and ghastly action, evident on the likes of blackened headbobbers “Age Of Steel & Blood”, “Dawn Of The Eternal Fire” and unrelenting 8+ minute title epic “Under The Burning Eclipse”. Standout burner “Of Hollowed Souls & Distant Flame” looks to the north with archaic screams and memorable, colossal progressions, while combat-ready tracks like “At The Cliffs Of Azure City” incorporate ruminations of classic heavy metal combined with scorched, war-torn percussion. The album traverses desolate musical peaks and valleys before closing with the otherworldly brutality of “Fear The Old Blood” – a non-stop onslaught of black metal attack – and ambient, acoustically-driven finisher of olde “Fields Of Mortal Shame”. Under The Burning Eclipse is a solid hour of fantasy-laden, grim fables transfixed in blackened scourge. Fans of extreme metal will not want to miss this debut offering from the mighty STORMRULER!

Pre-Order Under The Burning Eclipse HERE

Under The Burning Eclipse will be available in North America in the following formats:

-CD Digipack

-2LP Gatefold Vinyl Black

-Limited DieHard Edition: 2LP Gatefold Vinyl Orange/Black Splatter + Slipmat & Logo Patch (Napalm Mailorder Only – only 200 copies worldwide)

-2LP Gatefold Transparent Orange (Napalm Mailorder Only – limited to 300 copies worldwide)

-Digital Album

STORMRULER is:

Jesse Schobel - Drums

Jason Asberry - Vocals & Guitars

St. Louis Black Metal Duo STORMRULER Reveal Searing New Track "Of Hollowed Souls & Distant Flame" + New Video

Debut Album, Under The Burning Eclipse, out May 28, 2021 via Napalm Records

Pre-Order HERE

The banners of imperial black metal brigade STORMRULER are flown high!

Fast-rising St. Louis, MO, USA based black metal export STORMRULER recently announced the impending release of their infernal, fantasy battle-inspired full-length offering, Under The Burning Eclipse (May 28, 2021 via Napalm Records), alongside the release of an epic first music video for the opus “Reign Of The Winged Duke”. Today, the band is following up with a second new track – the searing, dynamic "Of Hollowed Souls & Distant Flame" – along side a brand new lyric video.

STORMRULER offers about the new single:

"'Of Hollowed Souls & Distant Flame' is the final song we composed for the record, and we felt it was a good second single to represent the band's direction. Lyrically, it invokes a feeling of being liberated, from both physical and mental shackles."

Watch the brand new lyric video for "Of Hollowed Souls & Distant Flame"

STORMRULER – featuring the dark lyrical genius and deft skill of guitarist/vocalist Jason Asberry and drummer Jesse Schobel – have built a noteworthy subterranean following since their formation, leading to their recent signing with Napalm Records. Combining unrelenting black metal atmosphere and vision from varying metal genres with a brutal, modernized twist of inspiration, careful listeners may just be able to identify themes from some of their favorite stories, games and more…

Featuring 19 tracks alternating between ominous instrumental ambience and incendiary black metal riffs and fury, the album tells harrowing tales of war, death, victory and defeat, and delivers an unmatched, hellscaped auditory experience. Creeping in like menacing sonic smoke, instrumental ambient intro track “Shine Of Ivory Horns” launches directly into opener “Reign Of The Winged Duke”, instantly careening into a cascade of pummeling drums and charred riffage. Under The Burning Eclipse evenly ebbs and flows between warning mystical atmosphere and ghastly action, evident on the likes of blackened headbobbers “Age Of Steel & Blood”, “Dawn Of The Eternal Fire” and unrelenting 8+ minute title epic “Under The Burning Eclipse”. Standout burner “Of Hollowed Souls & Distant Flame” looks to the north with archaic screams and memorable, colossal progressions, while combat-ready tracks like “At The Cliffs Of Azure City” incorporate ruminations of classic heavy metal combined with scorched, war-torn percussion. The album traverses desolate musical peaks and valleys before closing with the otherworldly brutality of “Fear The Old Blood” – a non-stop onslaught of black metal attack – and ambient, acoustically-driven finisher of olde “Fields Of Mortal Shame”. Under The Burning Eclipse is a solid hour of fantasy-laden, grim fables transfixed in blackened scourge. Fans of extreme metal will not want to miss this debut offering from the mighty STORMRULER!

STORMRULER adds about the album:

“We sought to take all of the elements we love about black and death metal and make the album we always wanted to hear. Early on, we formulated the idea to compose interludes between the songs to segue the moods, yet maintain a cohesive nature. As long-time fans of dark fantasy and historical warfare, it seemed like the proper path lyrically.”

Pre-Order Under The Burning Eclipse HERE

Under The Burning Eclipse will be available in North America in the following formats:

-CD Digipack

-2LP Gatefold Vinyl Black

-Limited DieHard Edition: 2LP Gatefold Vinyl Orange/Black Splatter + Slipmat & Logo Patch (Napalm Mailorder Only – only 200 copies worldwide)

-2LP Gatefold Transparent Orange (Napalm Mailorder Only – limited to 300 copies worldwide)

-Digital Album

Limited DieHard Edition: 2LP Gatefold Vinyl Orange/Black Splatter + Slipmat & Logo Patch (Napalm Mailorder Only – only 200 copies worldwide)

STORMRULER is:

Jesse Schobel - Drums

Jason Asberry - Vocals & Guitars

St. Louis Black Metal Duo STORMRULER Signs with Napalm Records & Hard Impact Management

Announces Release of Debut Album, Under The Burning Eclipse

Out May 28, 2021 via Napalm Records

Pre-Order HERE

Witness the Bludgeoning New Music Video for First Single, “Reign Of The Winged Duke”

Sharpen your blades and prepare for war with fast-rising USA black metal export STORMRULER! The St. Louis-based two-man project – featuring the dark lyrical genius and deft skill of guitarist/vocalist Jason Asberry and drummer Jesse Schobel – have built a noteworthy subterranean following since their formation. Thus, the band has signed a worldwide record deal with Napalm Records and will release their stunning debut full-length, Under The Burning Eclipse, on May 28, 2021!

STORMRULER combines unrelenting black metal atmosphere and vision from varying metal genres with a brutal, modernized twist of inspiration culled from high-fantasy and history. Listen carefully – you may just be able to identify themes from some of your favorite stories, games and more…

Featuring 19 tracks alternating between ominous instrumental ambience and incendiary black metal riffs and fury, the album tells harrowing tales of war, death, victory and defeat, and delivers an unmatched, hellscaped auditory experience. This is proven evident on first single “Reign Of The Winged Duke” – a searing track made rich with blackened thrashy blastbeats, infernal riffage and powerful progressions as it tells the tale of an immortal magical beast. Its accompanying video sees STORMRULER donning their finest armor and swords, readying for battle!

STORMRULER offers about the track:

“‘Reign Of The Winged Duke’ is a great lead off track because we feel it most strongly represents our overall sound. The imagery of the song lends itself well to video performance too!”

Grab your axes, spears and swords and watch the epic music video for “Reign Of The Winged Duke”

The banners of imperial black metal brigade STORMRULER are flown high! Creeping in like menacing sonic smoke, instrumental ambient intro track “Shine Of Ivory Horns” launches directly into opener “Reign Of The Winged Duke”, instantly careening into a cascade of pummeling drums and charred riffage. Under The Burning Eclipse evenly ebbs and flows between warning mystical atmosphere and ghastly action, evident on the likes of blackened headbobbers “Age Of Steel & Blood”, “Dawn Of The Eternal Fire” and unrelenting 8+ minute title epic “Under The Burning Eclipse”. Standout burner “Of Hollowed Souls & Distant Flame” looks to the north with archaic screams and memorable, colossal progressions, while combat-ready tracks like “At The Cliffs Of Azure City” incorporate ruminations of classic heavy metal combined with scorched, war-torn percussion. The album traverses desolate musical peaks and valleys before closing with the otherworldly brutality of “Fear The Old Blood” – a non-stop onslaught of black metal attack – and ambient, acoustically-driven finisher of olde “Fields Of Mortal Shame”. Under The Burning Eclipse is a solid hour of fantasy-laden, grim fables transfixed in blackened scourge. Fans of extreme metal will not want to miss this debut offering from the mighty STORMRULER!

STORMRULER adds about the album:

“We sought to take all of the elements we love about black and death metal and make the album we always wanted to hear. Early on, we formulated the idea to compose interludes between the songs to segue the moods, yet maintain a cohesive nature. As long-time fans of dark fantasy and historical warfare, it seemed like the proper path lyrically.”

STORMRULER comments on signing to Napalm Records:

“We are thrilled to embark upon this journey with a solid label like Napalm Records. Many bands that have inspired us have found their home on Napalm in the past and presently. We hope to forge our own path amongst their legacies!”

Sebastian Münch, A&R, Napalm Records adds:

“STORMRULER is living proof that excellent black metal is not an entirely Scandinavian business! Under The Burning Eclipse is probably the best black metal album of the last 10 years!”

STORMRULER also recently signed with Hard Impact Management, led by Maurizio Iacono (Ex Deo, Kataklysm)! Maurizio says:

“When Sebastian at Napalm called me up to check out STORMRULER, I immediately saw the fire and did not hesitate to make them part of the Hard Impact family. Scandinavia was the birthplace of black metal, but I think America is now crafting some of the most forward thinking black metal bands in the world. STORMRULER has the work ethic and the songwriting magic to compete amongst the best in the genre, and I look forward to helping develop them to their full potential.”Pre-Order Under The Burning Eclipse HERE

Limited DieHard Edition: 2LP Gatefold Vinyl Orange/Black Splatter + Slipmat & Logo Patch - (Napalm Mailorder Only – only 200 copies worldwide)

STORMRULER is:

Jesse Schobel - Drums

Jason Asberry - Vocals & Guitars