ANUBIS RELEASE NEW ALBUM 'ANTHROMORPHICIDE' TODAY; PREMIERE “MY FAVORITE CAGE” MUSIC VIDEO FOR FEATURING ZHARIAH!
- Jason Hesley
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Today marks the official arrival of ‘Anthromorphicide,’ the anticipated sophomore full-length from Southern California heavy metal outfit ANUBIS, out now via M-Theory Audio.
To celebrate the release, the band has teamed up with guest vocalist Zhariah for the premiere of another emphasis track from the new album including a music video filmed by Alex Nasla (Edge of Paradise, Witherfall). WATCH HERE
The "My Favorite Cage" video features a striking vocal appearance by Zhariah adding another layer to the band’s signature aggression highlighting ethereal and melodic tendencies showcasing yet another dimension and facet of ANUBIS’ latest effort. The track explores themes of internal entrapment and psychological transformation, themes that resonate throughout the album's title—literally translating to "the death of the human form."
"I first saw Zhariah in footage of her performing at an event called AFROPUNK. Her energy was so wild and explosive that my immediate thought was,"oh my god, I HAVE to work with her," explains singer Devin Reiche. “When Will showed me his demos for the song that became ‘My Favorite Cage,’ I knew that track would be perfect for her."
“I’ve been craving a metal moment, and ‘Favorite Cage’ was me finally giving into that chaos,” states Zhariah. “I know it’s going to shock people—but in the way that makes them pay attention. Working with Anubis Devin pushed me vocally in a way I’ve never experienced before. He helped me unlock something darker and more powerful in my voice… and honestly, I’m just getting started.”
“I like to think it’s obvious this tune is an unambiguous tribute to Amaranthe. The backstory isn’t the most noble one…I was hooked on kratom for years and quit cold-turkey in 2020,” reveals bassist Will Buckley. “Hearing ‘The Nexus’ gave me my first real joy during the brutal withdrawals and anhedonia, so I wrote the music to ‘My Favorite Cage’ as a heavy nod to them, just to sort of ‘plant a flag on the feeling.’ I’m just stoked my bandmates were down to work on it!”
“My Favorite Cage” joins a selection of songs previewed leading up to release including “Nuclear Dawn” “Fanged Angel” and “Arcanist”
‘Anthromorphicide’ is available now across all major digital streaming and download platforms, as well as on jewelcase CD or limited-edition colored vinyl (300 metallic gold) in record stores and for direct order through the M-Theory Audio webstore
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