In 2021, RISE OF KRONOS exploded onto the death metal scene, rising from the ashes of the well-established band Surface. After 11 relentless years of intense touring, three hard-hitting albums, and an unyielding dedication to their craft, Surface found themselves at a critical juncture. Feeling an overwhelming urge to evolve and transcend their previous identity, the band members embarked on a transformative journey to push their music – and themselves – to the next level.

The decision to reinvent themselves was not made lightly. They were determined to honor the legacy they had forged and to maintain the powerful connection they had built with their devoted fanbase, the Titans. In a nod to their past, they took on the name RISE OF KRONOS, a tribute to their 2015 album and a symbol of their rebirth, blending past, present, and future in a single stroke of defiance.

RISE OF KRONOS represents an unholy fusion of dark, brutal, and modern death metal. Their sound incorporates the vicious edge of Swedish death metal with the technical precision of progressive elements and the raw intensity of hardcore. As seasoned musicians, they have perfected their craft, delivering a sonic experience that is both innovative and rooted in the traditions of extreme metal.

Inspired by Greek mythology, the band has cultivated a rich conceptual identity, invoking the wrath and grandeur of ancient gods. Their live shows are immersive and electrifying, transporting audiences to a world where the power of Olympus and the chaos of the underworld collide. With each performance, they guide their audience on a thunderous journey, wielding crushing riffs and relentless rhythms like weapons of war.

In 2024, RISE OF KRONOS unleashed their highly anticipated album, IMPERIUM. With this release, they take their mythological themes to new heights, channeling the rage and power of the Titans through blistering death metal anthems. IMPERIUM is an evolution in the band’s sound, delivering a more expansive, ambitious, and ferocious body of work. The album plunges deep into the battle between gods and mortals, with each track a reflection of the eternal struggle for supremacy and domination.

IMPERIUM marks a defining moment for RISE OF KRONOS, solidifying their place as a rising force in modern death metal while continuing their legacy of transformation and reinvention. With a burning desire to conquer new territory, the band is poised to leave an indelible mark on the metal landscape. Kronos has risen, and his empire is just beginning!

It was a great pleasure to have the frontman Tom to speak on Imperium and much on Rise Of Kronos. Check out the complete coverage on the below YouTube Video.

Incorporate
Arrival of Delusion
Children of Leprosy
Separate the Sheep from Goats
Know Thyself
Proclaiming Empery
Legio Titanum
Imperial
Forthcoming Void
The Offering
The Hour of Departure
Rope of Sand
Despoiler of Worlds