Canadian blackened death/doom metal band Ischemic released third full-length album »Condemned To The Breaking Wheel«!

Toronto, Canada based blackened death/doom metal band Ischemic stream their third full-length album, »Condemned To The Breaking Wheel«, which was just released this Friday, April 5th, 2024.

Tracklist:
01. Condemned To The Breaking Wheel
02. Tomb Fog
03. Rust And Bones
04. Abandon

Courtesy of C Squared Music:

Ischemic is poised to release their latest full-length album, »Condemned To The Breaking Wheel«, on April 5, 2024. This eagerly anticipated album was recorded at Erb Studio in Waterloo by Mrudul Kamble and masterfully mastered by Victor Bullok, known for his work with Triptykon/Celtic Frost and Dark Fortress. »Condemned To The Breaking Wheel« bends and twists Ischemic’s sound into a variety of songs that evoke an ancient bleakness. This release is a testament to the band’s relentless drive to crush and cleave asunder, while simultaneously draining their victims of all hope, further cementing their position as Ontario’s premier death/doom act.

In the shadowy catacombs of Toronto in 2012, Ischemic was formed by vocalist Isabelle T and guitarist Adam K. Their mission was clear: to end the drought of local death/doom bands and to offer something uniquely grim and heavy. Influenced by the vile ferocity of death/doom acts such as Hooded Menace, Autopsy, and Asphyx, and blending it with the melodic gloom of Agalloch and Paradise Lost, Ischemic also drew upon the sonic girth of modern doom acts like Ahab, Conan, and Thou. The result is a sound that is capable of crushing skulls, breaking hearts, and trampling crypts.

Ischemic’s live performances have been a vital part of their identity, sharing stages with bands such as Woe, Blizaro, Archspire, Wilt, Beyond Creation, Blood Of Christ, and Iskra.Their shows are known for their intensity and the emotional depth they bring, showcasing the band’s ability to connect with audiences through their powerful music.

The discography of Ischemic showcases a journey through evolving sounds and themes. Starting with »Frigid Descent« (EP, 2013), the band made their mark with a blend of crushing doom and melancholic undertones. This was followed by »All Paths Lead Nowhere« (EP, 2016), where they explored darker, more chaotic territories of black and black/doom metal. »Stagnation & Woe« (LP, 2018) saw the band refining their sound into a cleaner, more focused direction. Then came »Ischemic« (LP, 2021), which marked a shift towards a more primitive dirge, receiving acclaim for its visceral and pummeling force.

As »Condemned To The Breaking Wheel« is set to be unveiled, Ischemic is ready to unleash a new chapter in their musical saga. This album not only represents the culmination of years of musical evolution and experimentation but also reaffirms the band’s commitment to creating deeply affecting and bleakly atmospheric music. With its release, Ischemic is set to once again captivate and engage fans old and new, proving their enduring relevance and innovation within the death/doom genre.

All songs written by Ischemic.
Mixed and produced by Mrudul Kamble.
Mastered by Victor Bullok (Triptykon, Woodshed Studio, Germany).

Ischemic is:
Isabelle – Vocals
Adam – Guitars
Jon – Guitars
Kamble – Drums, Guitars
Lyndon – Bass and Backing Vocals

Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well