The relentless melodic death metal quartet DREADMASK has released their gripping new single and video, “The Light” — a harrowing and emotionally charged track taken from their critically acclaimed debut EP, Thy Prime Dread, out now via Wormholedeath Records.
The song is about the devastating train crash in Greece on February 2023, showing the chaos, loss, and heartbreak that followed. It’s a harsh reminder of how greed, apathy, and incompetence can lead to tragedies. The lyrics capture the feeling of trying to hold on to hope while everything around you falls apart. It paints a vivid picture of the human cost of neglect and those in power who don’t care, asking for help when everything feels like it’s too late.
Born in 2023, Dreadmask arose from a collective passion for crafting heavy music with a purpose. Based in Eindhoven and composed of members from Greece, Hungary, and the Netherlands, the band channels personal and societal struggles into their music. Their name, Dreadmask, symbolizes the battle against fear and the facades we construct to navigate a tumultuous world.
Dreadmask’s EP, Thy Prime Dread, explores existential dread and human resilience, delivering a blend of crushing riffs, haunting melodies, and poignant lyricism. With influences ranging from Swedish death metal and blackened melancholy to progressive elements, Dreadmask is carving a unique space in the metal scene.
Meet Dreadmask:
Zoltan Herczog (Rhythm Guitar, Backing vocals)
John Kourentas (Lead Guitar, Keys)
Antonios Mougiakakos (Lead Vocals, Bass Guitar)
Elger Van Delft (Drums)
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www.youtube.com/@Dreadmask
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