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Upcoming Release: Gauntlet Rule - "After the Kill"
Alright, metalheads, get ready to mark your calendars! Gauntlet Rule is back with their second full-length album, After the Kill, and it’s set to drop on November 12, 2024, via Fighter Records. If their debut album The Plague Court from 2022 left you wanting more, this one's going to hit even harder. So, buckle up and prepare for a ride through the dark, gritty world of heavy metal, Swedish style.
Formed in 2019, Gauntlet Rule has been making waves in the metal scene ever since. Founding members Rogga Johansson (you know him from Paganizer and Massacre) and Peter Svensson (Assassin’s Blade, Void Moon) have been crafting timeless heavy metal with a twist. Joining them are the mighty Teddy Möller (Loch Vostok) on vocals, Kjetil Lynghaug shredding lead guitar, and Marcus Rosenkvist pounding the drums. This crew? They’re not messing around. It’s classic heavy metal but with their own unique, razor-sharp edge.
This album? Oh, it’s not just another metal record. It’s a full-on onslaught. Gauntlet Rule isn’t holding back—they’re exploring some pretty intense themes here: horror, war, inner demons, and yeah, a bit of the supernatural for good measure. If you like your metal heavy, dark, and deep, After the Kill will be your new go-to.
The title track, After the Kill, features the stunning guest vocals of Federica De Boni from White Skull. Her voice? It’s fierce, and when it blends with Möller’s, it’s nothing short of epic. And let's not forget the blistering guest appearance by Jacques Bélanger (of Assassin's Blade and ex-Exciter fame) on “Bite the Hand That Feels”. If that title alone doesn’t grab you, wait until you hear the track. It's a brutal banger.
Picture this: you're in the middle of a sonic battlefield. Guitars rip through the air like bullets, drums hit like thunder, and vocals pierce through the chaos like a war cry. That’s After the Kill in a nutshell. Gauntlet Rule keeps it heavy and relentless, but there’s something melodic buried in the intensity that makes it more than just noise—it's calculated destruction.
The album’s themes of vengeance, betrayal, and survival hit hard, with tracks like “Vengeance” and “Usurper” diving deep into the human experience. Each song is a story—whether it’s about fighting your inner battles or confronting external enemies. They even throw in a bonus track, “Aeronauts”, for those who pick up the CD version, which feels like the cherry on top of this heavy metal sundae.
Let’s talk about the visuals for a sec. The cover art for After the Kill was crafted by the talented Juan Felipe More Ibáñez, and it’s just as intense as the music. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill album art—it sets the tone before you even hit play. You know you’re in for something dark, sinister, and epic just by looking at it.
If you’re a fan of pure, unfiltered heavy metal, After the Kill is going to be right up your alley. Gauntlet Rule sticks to their roots but isn’t afraid to push boundaries. The combination of gut-punching riffs, soaring vocals, and deep, thematic lyrics creates an album that’s not just worth listening to—it demands it. With guest spots from heavy-hitters like Jacques Bélanger and Federica De Boni, you know this release is stacked.
So, what are you waiting for? November 12, 2024—go ahead and circle that date. When After the Kill drops, trust me, you’ll want to be ready. Whether you're looking to bang your head, lose yourself in a sea of riffs, or dive into some seriously dark lyrical content, Gauntlet Rule’s latest offering won’t disappoint.
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