Audacious sludge-grunge three-piece WORMSAND to release new album ‘You, The King’ on November 8th via Mrs Red Sound. Enjoy debut excerpt “Black Heaven”.
South France sludge-grunge trio WORMSAND‘s new album ‘You, The King’ is announced on November 8th via Mrs Red Sound. This fresh sounding is introduced by debut single “Black Heaven” – now available for streaming and download.
French unit WORMSAND have found the right balance between sludge’s dark heaviness and grunge’s roughness. While the musicians lay claim to references such as Yob, Monolord or Alice In Chains, the trio stand out for their bold sonic imprint. Their sophisticated sound combines multiple vocal techniques, shifting intensity at any time. Overpowering riffs and surprising breaks are shaking up an already hectic experience. New single “Black Heaven” is a perfect opening to the record.
From the very first notes, Wormsand’s new album ‘You, The King’ dearly plunges into darkness, confidently bouncing between sludge and grunge. Almost initiatory, the album is brimming with good ideas that underline the magnificent and dramatic decline of the king. The fearless rhythm section crafts a truly breathless climax where each second of the eight tracks disturbs, impresses or thrills. The vocals’ meticulous care perfectly manages to showcase the musicians’ technical skills. Finely tuned intros and sound effects borrowed from horror or science fiction films polish off a gripping work.
Recorded by Nico Aanklacht and Jimbo Gonçalves at Studio Poutrasseau in Castillon (France). Mixed by Jimbo Gonçalves. Mastering by Thibault Chaumont at Deviant Lab, Saint-Benoit (France). Artwork and layout by Johrice. Available through Mrs Red Sound on November 8th 2024: CD digisleeve, transparent red/black marble vinyl, digital.
WORMSAND New album ‘You, The King’
Out November 8th on Mrs Red Sound
Available for preorder on October 8th – Digital presave link
Artwork and layout: Johrice.
TRACK LISTING
1. Daydream
2. Digging Deep
3. You, The King
4. Black Heaven
5. Drown
6. The Crown
7. The Final Dive
8. To Die Alone
Formed in 2018 in the French town of Menton, WORMSAND released a self-titled debut EP in 2019 on Saka Čost. The trio’s very first album entitled ‘Shapeless Mass’ came out in 2021 in close collaboration with Saka Čost, Poutrasseau Records and Stellar Frequencies. The ambitious opus dusts off classic stoner doom by incorporating the band’s trademark: rhythmic breakdowns and audacious vocals. The heavy psychedelic influence is perfectly embraced, allowing the band to get off the wall and build a strong identity.
WORMSAND got the chance to hit the road across France and Europe, delivering astonishing visual and sound performances designed to unsettle the average doom enthusiast. The trio have gained notoriety by supporting heavyweights like Dopethrone, Mars Red Sky or Messa.
In 2022 they released a live album via Stellar Frequencies, before signing to Mrs Red Sound in early 2024. The record label is producing their forthcoming album ‘You, The King’, due out this November 8th 2024 on vinyl, CD and digital formats.
LINE-UP
Julien Coppo : guitars, vocals
Clément Mozzone : bass, synths, vocals
Tom Valstar : drums, vocals
