Hamilton, Ontario-based Sonic Unyon Metal are proud to
announce the multi-album signing of noise-doom duo MARES OF THRACE to
their label's ever-expanding roster.
Based out of Calgary, Alberta, the crushing MARES OF
THRACE is comprised simply of guitarist/vocalist Thérèse Lanz and
drummer Stefani MacKichan, who coalesce their talents into an organic style of
beautiful and destructive atmospheric doom-laden metal.
“Some of the most influential records in my life, from way
back in the 90s up till now, were Sonic Unyon releases,” says Lanz about the
signing. “It's impossible to understate the impact the label has had on
Canadian independent music. Accordingly we are incredibly proud and stoked to
partner with Sonic Unyon Metal for our upcoming records."
MARES OF THRACE released their debut album The
Moulting in 2010 via Arctodus Records. The Moulting was
instantaneously well-received by North American press outlets including
Decibel, Revolver, Blabbermouth, even scoring the #1 spot on Hellbound.ca's
Canadian metal album of the year list. The band toured Canada in support of the
album immediately after its release, followed by a US tour in 2011.
Additionally, Thérèse played bass for KEN Mode for the first half of 2011,
touring with them in support of their latest album Venerable (Profound
Lore).
The newly completed new LP from MARES OF THRACE,
and first for Sonic Unyon Metal, is entitled The Pilgrimage.
Recorded in October and November of 2011 at Chicago’s Engine Studio with
producer Sanford Parker (Nachtmystium, Pelican, YOB) and mastered by Collin
Jordan at Boiler Room, the final touches on the release are being handled now,
preparing the album for worldwide release this April.
Stay tuned for more info on the release of The
Pilgrimage as well as North American tour announcements for MARES
OF THRACE over the coming weeks.
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