New Zealand fuzz rock solo project Dead Shrine to release new album »Cydonia Mensa« on April 25th via Kozmik Artifactz; title track streaming!

Hamilton, New Zealand based multi-instrumentalist Craig Williamson (Arc Of Ascent, Datura, Lamp Of The Universe) returns with his solo project Dead Shrine. The sophomore album »Cydonia Mensa« is scheduled for release on April 25th, 2025 via Kozmik Artifactz (Vinyl, Digital).

Listen to the new single and title track »Cydonia Mensa« below!

Tracklist:
01. Serpents Of The Sun
02. Cydonia Mensa
03. Scared Light
04. Monuments
05. Temple Of Saturn
06. Redeemer
07. Evolution Garden
08. Illumination Through Knowledge

Courtesy of Kozmik Artifactz:

New Zealand multi-instrumentalist Craig Williamson, celebrated for his contributions to Arc Of Ascent, Datura, and the ethereal sounds of Lamp Of The Universe, introduces the world to his electrifying one-man-project, Dead Shrine, for a second time. Combining the raw energy of heavy psychedelic stoner rock with the fuzz-soaked essence of ’70s acid rock, Dead Shrine has quickly garnered attention in the music scene.

The debut album, »The Eightfold Path«, not only soared to number 4 on the Doom Charts (2023) but also cemented Williamson’s reputation as a visionary in sonic artistry. With a second album on the horizon, fans can expect an immersive journey into transcendent riffs, kaleidoscopic atmospheres, and boundless auditory adventures.

The 2025 follow-up album »Cydonia Mensa« will be released digitally and on heavy vinyl, strictly limited to 200 copies only on 3-coloured splatter vinyl wax. Mastered by James Plotkin. Pre-order your copy here: kozmik-shop.com.

The 2nd single and title track »Cydonia Mensa« is officially released now!

All music by Craig Williamson.
Recorded & mixed in Hamilton, New Zealand 2023/24 by Craig Williamson.
Mastered by James Plotkin.

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