BLACK SPIKES about “AUREA”:

“AUREA is the name we chose for the vice of pride. It grows within us when we are young and beautiful but becomes painful when time passes and that beauty fades. The song is released together with a music video filmed in the stunning Lithuanian Museum of Ethnocosmology.”

BLACK SPIKES about the signing:

“The funny thing is that while celebrating the release of our single ‘Imperatore’, we were actually discussing and even researching what it takes for a band to be signed by Napalm Records. Coming from a small country with a tiny metal scene and performing in our native language, we concluded we didn’t stand a chance and decided not to bother reaching out. A week later we were contacted by Napalm Records ourselves—and at first, we honestly thought it was a scam. But here we are, incredibly excited and looking forward to where this beautiful cooperation will take us.”

 Napalm Records Junior A&R Christian Hollik about the signing:

“When I first heard BLACK SPIKES, I was overwhelmed by their sound. For me, it’s a unique songwriting style that combines progressive influences with electronic beats. Agni’s vocals, delivered in their native language, make it something truly special. The upcoming album marks a new era of uniqueness. This band has a great future ahead, and we are excited to embark on this journey together.”

BLACK SPIKES about Ydos:

“Ydos is a conceptual album—a dark fairytale about human vices. The idea was there from the very beginning and guided the entire songwriting process. Each vice has its own name and story, and many songs will be brought to life through music videos where these vices take shape. It was our first time creating a conceptual album, and we really enjoyed starting with an idea and expressing it through music.”

‘Ydos’ will be available in the following formats:

– 1 Vinyl Marbled White/Gold/Black, incl. signed autograph card (Napalm Mailorder exclusive)
– 1 Vinyl Solid Gold
– 1 Digisleeve CD
– Digital Album