US stoner/doom metal legends The Sword release their new live album »Live at Levitation« today!

Ahead of the The Sword‘s return to the stage on November 3rd, seven live versions of key tracks from the band’s discography have been unearthed from the Levitation archive. This limited live release showcases the band’s shows at Levitation in 2015 and 2021, now immortalized on vinyl. Released worldwide on October 11th, 2024.

Tracklist:
01. Maiden, Mother & Crone
02. Seven Sisters
03. Lawless Lands
04. Empty Temples
05. Dying Earth
06. Cloak Of Feathers
07. Iron Swan

Austin, Texas doom metal legends, The Sword, welcome in the 12th vinyl release in the »Live at Levitation« series. Earlier this year the band announced they would reunite for a one-off concert on November 3 at the 2024 edition of Levitation in Austin to the joy of metal fans all over the world. In celebration of the band’s return, 7 live versions of key tracks from the band’s discography have been unearthed from the Levitation archive, each one a time capsule of the band’s renowned live shows. This limited live release showcases the bands appearance at Levitation 2015 and 2021, now immortalized on beautiful limited colored vinyl.

“With the band originating in the great city of Austin, a city that’s proven to be a nucleus for a wide range of distinct and eclectic musical acts, it only felt natural to be included on the Levitation roster in 2015 and again in 2021, adding our own flavor to its diverse landscape. What an honor it has been to be included at such a cool festival. We’ve had two memorable sets so far, playing alongside some truly amazing bands. When we began entertaining the thought of returning to the stage after a two year hiatus, playing a reunion set at Levitation became the only appropriate solution, to play in front of the fans in Austin Texas, where it all began. The tracks we selected from each performance for this »Live at Levitation« vinyl release captured a special energy and enthusiasm that only the crowds at Levitation could provide. It truly means a lot to share these memories with everyone and be included in this series. See you soon Austin!” – The Sword

The Sword – »Live at Levitation« is out in stores on Friday, October 11, 2024. Pre-order the record here: levitation.fm/thesword

Credits:
Recorded and Mixed by Craig Lawrence.
Mastered by Nick Townsend.
Photos by Ismael Quintanilla III.

The Sword is:
J. D. Cronise – Vocals, Guitars
Kyle Shutt – Guitars
Bryan Richie – Bass
Santiago Vela III – Drums

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