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AMONGRUINS – “ADVENT OF CHAOS” (2026, THEOGONIA)

MythofRock — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 16:13:40 +0000

I first came into contact with AmongRuins, when we did a reaction to the video for “End of My Fall” and, to be honest, melodic death metal will always hold a special place in my heart—especially when it’s delivered with such quality. “Advent of Chaos” is the Athenians’ fourth full-length album, and from its very first minutes it draws you into a dark atmosphere. “Frozen to the Core”, “Advent of Chaos” and “Red Divine” serve as the ideal opening, transporting the listener to the Scandinavian North, home to bands such as Amorphis, Insomnium, In Flames and Dark Tranquillity. Among Ruins move effortlessly between melody and darkness without losing the aggression the genre demands, managing to keep the listener’s interest consistently high. Special mention should be made of the album’s solid structure and track sequencing. After the first three powerful tracks, “Into the Flame” slightly shifts the dynamics, featuring Christiana Chatzimichali of Elysion, whose beautiful voice and performance add a different shade to the album’s sound. “Symphony of Loss” stands out and is, personally, the album’s high point. Subtle black metal touches, combined with a strong Swedish character and excellent vocal performance—especially in the chorus—make the song instantly addictive. “Open Wounds” is a slower, darker moment with pronounced melodicism. The clean vocals of Giorgos Prokopiou (Mother of Millions) add extra melancholy and depth. Although it differs noticeably from the rest of the album, it is a carefully crafted song that will certainly find its audience. The album closes powerfully with “Chained” and “Night Mother”, two tracks that perfectly balance melody and aggression, leaving a sense of completeness and a desire for repeated listens. The production is clean, tight, and perfectly balanced. The choice of Deep Noise Studios in Finland and Saku Moilanen highlights the band’s attention to detail and dedication to the musical style they serve. “Advent of Chaos” is an album that will satisfy fans of European death metal, successfully blending Swedish and Finnish influences and adding to the Greek scene a release that deserves a place in every serious collection.

♦ 8,5/10

Christos Kosmidis

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AMONGRUINS – “RED DIVINE”

MythofRock — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:53:10 +0000

“Red Divine” marks the first official single from AMONGRUINS’ new album “Advent of Chaos”, showcasing the band’s expanded melodic death metal sound… darker, heavier, and more emotionally charged than ever.

Blending searing riffs, punishing rhythms, and immersive atmospheres, “Red Divine” sets the tone for the chaos to come. This lyric video invites you deeper into the album’s apocalyptic vision and its themes of destruction, rebirth, and inner turmoil.

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AMONGRUINS: ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM (“ADVENT OF CHAOS”)

MythofRock — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 10:32:36 +0000

Greek Melodic Death Metal force AMONGRUINS return with their most ambitious work to date, the brand-new album “Advent of Chaos”, set for release on February 20, 2026, through Theogonia Records.

Following the success of their 2023 release “Land Of The Black Sun”, AMONGRUINS continue their ascent in the international metal scene with an album that pushes their trademark blend of brutality and melody into darker and more intense territories.

Formed in 2012 as a studio project, AMONGRUINS have evolved into a commanding live act, known for their crushing riffs, intricate melodies, and emotionally charged performances. With “Advent of Chaos”, the band sharpen their sound to perfection, delivering an auditory storm of modern Melodic Death Metal where searing guitar work collides with pummeling rhythms, immersive atmospheric layers rise beneath the chaos, and the ferocious vocal delivery of Sverd (vocals, bass).

“”Advent of Chaos” is both a continuation and an evolution of our journey,” comments the band. “It’s an album about destruction, rebirth, and the chaotic forces that shape our world. We’ve poured every ounce of our energy and emotion into this record, and we can’t wait to share it with our fans.”

As with their previous releases, production excellence was a cornerstone. The album was once again mixed and mastered by Saku Moilanen (Deep Noise Studios, Finland), ensuring the band’s sound remains as massive and impactful as ever.

“Advent of Chaos” will be released in digital format and a digipack edition, featuring striking new artwork by Nikos Stavridakis (Vision Black Art), further enhancing the album’s immersive atmosphere.

With this release, AMONGRUINS reaffirm their place as one of the most compelling acts in the modern Melodic Death Metal scene, delivering music that resonates with both aggression and beauty; a sonic chaos that consumes and captivates.

For fans of powerful riffs, haunting melodies, and uncompromising intensity, “Advent of Chaos” is set to be a defining moment for AMONGRUINS.

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