In April 2023, the doom heavy metal group KHEMMIS from Colorado embarked on their ‘Deceiver North America MMXXIII Tour,’ joining forces with UK sludge/post-metal heavyweights and labelmates CONJURER, along with Canadian atmospheric grinders Wake.
Videographer/archivist Sunny Singh of Hate5six captured the May 6th performances at Underground Arts in Philadelphia, and now fans can witness the intense live energy on the Hate5Six YouTube Channel.
KHEMMIS treated fans to the two-song EP “Where The Cold Wind Blows” in 2023, available digitally and as a limited edition 7″. This release followed their critically-acclaimed 2021 album “Deceiver.” CONJURER, on the other hand, was on the road promoting their latest offering, “Pathos,” released in 2022.
Hate5Six has become a prominent platform in the hardcore scene, documenting bands big and small in all stages of their careers. The platform allows global fans to experience live music they may not be able to witness in person, making it a crucial space for bands and fans alike.
The sets filmed on May 6th were expertly captured and edited by Sunny Singh, while KHEMMIS’ front-of-house, Aaron Kelly, tracked and mixed their headlining set. Bryan Batiste mixed the performances of CONJURER, WAKE, and SUNBURSTER.
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About KHEMMIS:
KHEMMIS, the Colorado doom heavy metal masters, unveiled their fourth full-length studio album, “Deceiver,” in November 2021 via Nuclear Blast Records. With six soul-awakening tracks, the album reflects the internal struggles faced in daily life, encapsulating an honest and raw piece of musical artistry. “Deceiver” showcases a broader range of musical influences than previous KHEMMIS records, blending various styles such as grunge, black metal, jazz, rock, dark wave, and more. The band’s freedom to explore new territories makes the album an electrifying tour de force that captivates listeners from beginning to end.
KHEMMIS lineup:
- Ben Hutcherson: Guitar & Vocals
- Phil Pendergast: Vocals & Guitar
- Zach Coleman: Drums
- Dave Small: Bass
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About CONJURER:
CONJURER’s album “Páthos” is a multi-layered beast, encompassing elements of sludge, death, doom, black metal, and hardcore. With nods to bands like SUMAC, GOJIRA, old MASTODON, and OATHBREAKER, the record offers a sublime experience with post-metal influences. CONJURER’s exceptional mix of triumphantly beautiful melodies and gut-punching heaviness cements their position at the top of Britain’s heavy music scene.
CONJURER lineup:
- Brady Deeprose: Guitars, Vocals
- Dan Nightingale: Guitars, Vocals
- Conor Marshall: Bass
- Noah See: Drums
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