ASHES OF ARES announce new studio album "New Messiahs", share video single "Wake of Vultures"
15-05-2025
ASHES OF ARES, the U.S. heavy metal duo featuring former ICED EARTH members Matt Barlow and Freddie Vidales, has revealed first details of its new studio album, titled “New Messiahs”, that is slated for a release in Europe on July 18 and in North America on August 8, 2025 via ROAR! A music video for the LP’s first single, “Wake Of Vultures”, is now released.
Watch “Wake Of Vultures” below.
Matt comments:
“WAKE OF VULTURES is derived from the idea “Misery loves company” but this goes one step further. This is the back side of involving yourself with the group of miserable people. Once you are a part of that group, you are either a vulture or you are the miserable piece of meat that they feast upon. Another cautionary tale…I’m seeing a pattern.”
“New Messiahs” introduces notable collaborations, including Kyle Taylor on drums and guest appearances from Charlie Honig, Craig Blackwell and Todd La Torre (QUEENSRŸCHE). A surprise bonus track, featuring a powerful cover of Elton John‘s “And The House Fell Down”, highlights the duo’s ability to make any song their own. Recorded and mastered by Byron Filson at Villain Recording in Phoenix, Arizona, the album features stunning artwork by Kamil Pietruczynik, bringing a visual dimension to the sonic experience.
Spanning over a decade of evolution, ASHES OF ARES continues to honor their commitment to heartfelt, powerful music that transcends boundaries. With “New Messiahs”, they solidify their place as masters of storytelling and architects of a sound that resonates deeply with fans worldwide.
“New Messiahs” track listing:
01. Novus Ordo
02. New Messiahs
03. Two Graves
04. Where You Go
05. Wake Of Vultures
06. Infection Deception (CD bonus track)
07. Atrophy
08. Keep On Walkin’
09. The Hawk And The Dove
10. Lust To Feed
11. From Hell He Rides
12. And The House Fell Down (CD bonus track)
Recording lineup:
Matt Barlow – Vocals
Freddie Vidales – Guitars, Bass
Guest drums by Kyle Taylor
As previously reported, ASHES OF ARES will celebrate the upcoming 30th anniversary of ICED EARTH‘s third album, 1996’s “The Dark Saga”, on a European tour in September/October 2025.
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