Sumerlands

SUMERLANDS explode onto the scene with their incredible self-titled debut album of classic heavy metal. Inspired by the timeless guitar-driven sound of the 70's & 80's, SUMERLANDS feature former Hour of 13 / Atlantean Kodex vocalist Phil Swanson and renowned producer Arthur Rizk (Inquisition, Power Trip, Pissgrave) on guitars and behind the boards! Powerful guitar riffs and galloping rhythms meld flawlessly together with soaring vocals and pristine production to create strong, hook-filled, moody anthems. This is a new wave of American Heavy Metal at its finest!

On the debut LP from his band Sumerlands, producer Arthur Rizk (Title Fight, Prurient) establishes himself as a keen student of early ’80s American metal and a songwriting behemoth in his own right.

Philly quintet Sumerlands are one of the few bands that could embody the term "nostalgic" and color it with positive connotations.

Familiar aesthetic aside, Sumerlands manage to forge a unique aesthetic within a well trod upon Venn diagram of early metal influences: Metal Massacre meets Metal for Muthas, with the production values of old Ebony and Neat albums but a heightened sense of musicianship

A review of Sumerlands by Sumerlands, available worldwide September 16th via Relapse Records.