Rude Awakening Records

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AYDRA: Releases “Rare Tracks” compilation featuring 30 years of unreleased and alternate versions​

Rude Awakening Records is thrilled to announce the release of “Rare Tracks,” a comprehensive compilation celebrating 30 years of AYDRA’s music legacy. This limited edition, hand-numbered CD collection, available from August 12th, showcases a selection of unreleased and alternate versions, along with brand new tracks that are not found in any other part of AYDRA's discography.

“Rare Tracks” offers fans a unique glimpse into the evolution of AYDRA's sound, featuring 18 tracks that span the band's extensive career. Each track is accompanied by insightful liner notes from the band members, providing personal reflections and context behind the music. The release also includes exclusive photo shoots from various stages of the band’s journey, making it a must-have for both longtime fans and new listeners alike.

Track List:

1. New World Order
2. From Man to Man
3. Servant of God
4. Lost Between Two Lands
5. You Can’t Call Anyone
6. Reflect and Desist
7. Icon of Sin
8. Vengeance
9. Worse Then Death
10. The Girl
11. Kids War
12. Skeleton’s Messenger
13. Crypta
14. All Mod Cons
15. Carnage
16. Lockdown V1
17. Xantis Massive
18. Alone in the Storm

Fans can now watch the official video for “From Man to Man” on YouTube here.

Additionally, “Rare Tracks” is available for streaming on all major platforms, accessible via this link.

 

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SALEM UK - Signs with Rude Awakening Records

Rude Awakening Records is excited to announce their latest signing: SALEM UK, a band featuring veteran musicians from the English hard rock and heavy metal scene. Originally active during the days of the NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal), Salem first made their mark with three demos before disbanding. Now, decades later, Salem UK is back, with original members Adrian Jenkinson and Simon Saxby joined by new members Jonny Hirons and Dan Ellis. Together, they are ready to deliver a powerful Hard n' Heavy full-length album by the end of 2024.

The band made their comeback with the album "Win, Lose or Draw" in 2019, and five years later, they’ve written a brand new concept album, details of which will be revealed soon. This release marks an exciting milestone for Rude Awakening Records, as SALEM UK becomes the first classic band to join their roster.

Stay tuned for more updates on the upcoming album!

Current Salem UK Line-up:

Simon Saxby – Vocals
Adrian Jenkinson – Bass
Jonny Hirons – Guitars
Dan Ellis – Drums

 

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Rude Awakening Records - Partnership with Code 7 Distribution

We are thrilled to announce that our releases are now distributed through CODE 7 Distribution for UK & Eire territories!

Expect the first batch soon in all the main online and physical shops, more will come!

More infos at: https://code7music.com/

 

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AYDRA - Unveil third single "Deserter" and final details of comeback album "Leave to Nowhere"

The wait is nearly over—after two decades of silence, cult death metal act AYDRA is set to return with their highly anticipated comeback album, Leave to Nowhere. Following a revival of their entire studio discography and rare material via Rude Awakening Records, AYDRA is poised to make a powerful statement in 2024.

The third and final single ahead of the album release is “Deserter,” out on September 22, 2024. This track explores the brutal realities of mandatory conscription in Eritrea, offering a glimpse into the album’s overarching concept. Leave to Nowhere tells the harrowing tale of a migrant’s journey from Africa to Europe, capturing the pain, struggle, and hope of those seeking a better life.

Fans can listen to “Deserter” here: https://ditto.fm/deserter-aydra

Video here:

In addition to the album’s release, AYDRA is preparing to hit the stage for select live shows, reuniting old and new members. Returning to the lineup are Andrea Mastromarco (bass on Hyperlogical Non-Sense) and Marcello Lammoglia (guitar on Icon of Sin), with more live performance details coming soon.

Leave to Nowhere will be available in digipack CD format and as a limited-edition colored vinyl, with only 200 hand-numbered copies available worldwide. Pre-orders are now open via Rude Awakening Records and directly from the band. The album is set for release on October 10, 2024.

Complete tracklist:

Three Minutes Walk
Deserter
Black Skin and Red Sand
They Waste a Throne
Lost Between Two Lands
Make Slaves
You Can’t Talk Anyone
Leave to Nowhere
Forever Hide
Psycho Pain Control 2024

Stay tuned for the triumphant return of AYDRA—a band ready to reclaim their place in the death metal pantheon with this thought-provoking and intense concept album.

 

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Latest CD arrivals:

• Blakulla - The Immortal Cult (Black, 2015, Lower Silesian Stronghold)
• Demonic Slaughter - The Night of Mesmeric Whispers (Black, 2023, Lower Silesian Stronghold)
• Dizziness - Bound by Strength (Black, 2015, Lower Silesian Stronghold)
• Dizziness - Reroute (Black, 2019, Lower Silesian Stronghold)
• Exsanguinare - The Victorious Night of Necromantical Hordes (Black, 2024, Lower Silesian Stronghold)
• Grota Pramocy - Ascendentes Metaphysicum (Doom/Black, 2021, Lower Silesian Stronghold)
• Nightevil - The Spirit of Primordial Fire (Heavy/Speed, 2021, Lower Silesian Stronghold)
• Poluvrak/Полуврак - Тътени огласят тишината (Black, 2018, Lower Silesian Stronghold)
• Stodor Wilzorum - Aura des Ewigen Winters (Black, 2023, Lower Silesian Stronghold)

Complete list with prices at: https://rudeawakening-records.blogspot.com/p/distro.html