For fans of Kamelot, Mastodon, Amaranthe, Powerwolf, Symphony X
Album Title: Kindred: Act II
Digital Release Date: January 22, 2021
CD Release Date: TBA by Sliptrick Records
Label: (Digital) Self-Release, (Physical) Sliptrick Records
Distribution: CD Baby
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"From the proggy goodness of album opener “Kindred”, to the blast beats of “Baltic Fleet”, to the epic closer “Sunshine (Blood Sun Empire), there is something here for every fan of progressive power metal. With this being Act II in Red Cain’s Kindred body of work, I really feel as though I entered a movie theater right in the middle of an epic saga. Each song is a journey in and of itself, but each also contributes to the overall fantastic voyage. I will absolutely be purchasing Act I of this amazing tale and listen from start to finish, the way it was intended. Do yourself a favor and do the same!" - Metal Rules
"Overall, ‘Kindred: Act II’ is an interesting mix of styles that combine together in technical wizardry to set the backdrop for the continued tales of the warrior Zalcoatl. There’s some unexpected musical influences that bubble to the surface, particularly the liberal use of electronic elements provides a futuristic, yet gothic, element to the tales. Vocally, there’s some clear inspiration from Kamelot going on here. They’re predominantly clean, but with a wide range between high pitched and deep passages. The guitar work is pretty varied as well and at times even hits a distinctly djent groove that seems to appear out of nowhere!... Fans of Kamelot and Mastodon alike will find some common ground with ‘Kindred: Act II’ (and Act I for that matter)." - Uber Rock
"These seasoned metal performers brought me to school with a clear cut album, delivered beautifully across seven tracks. The epic highs and lows of the album leave me wanting more... My hat is off to RED CAIN!" - Metal Temple
"Kindred: Act II is a solid offering. It straddles a number of different styles and influences without committing 100% to any of them... any metalhead with a taste for the dramatic should find something rewarding in here." - The Independent Voice
"an atmosphere between anger and melancholy are exactly what the band is all about. “KINDRED: ACT II” is definitely a really strong album and one only regrets that it ends so early. But as the saying goes : Quality is more important than quantity!" - Metal-Heads.de
"This new album is opened by KINDRED, a brilliant tune with different influences, from power/prog to electro-rock. It’s enriched by an interesting solo, a well-groomed production and cinematic mood." - HardRockHeavyMetal
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"What we have here is a two headed beast of sad and melancholy music on one side and angry and raging music on the other. The two combine somewhere in the middle with flair for the dramatic and impassioned vocals. This is definitely worth your time if you are looking for something off the beaten path." - Metal Temple (Kindred Act I Review)
"Red Cain’s first full-length act is a more than solid release that I can warmly recommend if you enjoy the likes of Kamelot, TesseracT and Blind Guardian or just enjoy some good old thinking man’s metal music in general. With a charismatic frontman, well thought out and varied songwriting and a healthy dose of power and energy, Red Cain is a up and coming Canadian act that I’ll sure be keeping my eye on!" - Belgian Metal Shredder (Kindred Act I Review)
"Kindred: Act I is all about raw and unbridled metal power. A thoughtful brand of metal that – for once – does not base itself on mindless growling about the stage along normal lines of metal conduct. Instead they rip the established status quo to pieces and attack with a very unusual metal dish. One that comes with a distinct groove to boot... a very tasty fusion of Progressive and Power Metal that we have rarely seen to date. A metal dish best consumed red-hot. Have some, you will not regret it." - Rock Music Raider (Kindred Act I Review)
"Symphonic progressive metal with alternative and gothic nuances – Red Cain are well on their way to establishing new territory in story telling and musical match-ups. Kindred: Act Irepresents a fine opening album for these Canadians, and should lend itself well to various multi-media opportunities for live show and film options. The best records connect on a mind, body, and spirit level – and this will be one that should be in the conversation for visionary, forward-thinking effort, proving the ink is not dry on what metal can bring to the table for innovation." - Dead Rhetoric (Kindred Act I Review)
"I couldn’t be more impressed with this band and album from the opening track “Snake Bouquet” to the last track “Wing Of The Crow” which is an awesome closing track with guest vocals from Kobra Paige of Kobra and The Lotus. This album takes you on an epic and melodic journey, I feel fans of bands from Avatar to Kamelot to Marilyn Manson and anything in between will really love this album." - Crannk (Kindred Act I Review)
"Red Cain have produced a very awesome album. It sounds and looks very professional, has great riffs and epic melodies. Keep an eye on these guys, they will come very far." - Lyrical Spell Magazine (Kindred Act I Review)
Singles:
Sunshine (Blood Sun Empire) - YouTube
Demons - YouTube
Kindred - YouTube
Varyag and The Shrike - YouTube
Album Title: Kindred: Act II
Digital Release Date: January 22, 2021
CD Release Date: TBA by Sliptrick Records
Label: (Digital) Self-Release, (Physical) Sliptrick Records
Distribution: CD Baby
Digital Release Date: January 22, 2021
CD Release Date: TBA by Sliptrick Records
Label: (Digital) Self-Release, (Physical) Sliptrick Records
Distribution: CD Baby
Track Listing:
1. Kindred (5:06)
2. Demons (4:40)
3. Precipice of Man (5:18)
4. Baltic Fleet (4:53)
5. Varyag and The Shrike (5:54)
6. Sons of Veles (5:01)
7. Sunshine (Blood Sun Empire) (5:49)
Album Length: 36:45
Album Credits:
• All songs performed by: Evgeniy Zayarny, Tyler Corbett, Taylor Gibson
• All songs written by: Evgeniy Zayarny, Tyler Corbett, Taylor Gibson
• Produced by: Evgeniy Zayarny, Tyler Corbett
• Mixed by: Tyler Corbett
• Mastered by: Tyler Corbett
• Album Artwork by: Timur Khabirov & Piotr Jamroz
• Member of SOCAN
• Canadian Content (MAPL)
Album Band Line Up:
Evgeniy Zayarny – Vocals
Tyler Corbett – Guitars
Taylor Gibson - Drums
Live Band Line Up:
Evgeniy Zayarny – Vocals
Carlos Cruz – Guitars
Andrei Buldan - Guitars
Taylor Gibson - Drums
Discography:
2016 – RED CAIN EP
2020 – KINDRED: ACT I (Sliptrick Records)
2020 – KINDRED: ACT II (Digital Self-Release) (Physical Sliptrick Records)
About:
Described as a vehicle of “Melancholy and Rage” and born out of the emerging music scene of Alberta, Canada, 2017 YYC Awards Metal Recording of the Year winner Red Cain is a power/progressive metal project with Russian roots. With intricate songwriting, a heavy yet melodic feel reminiscent of progressive acts, and elements of Slavic myth and Russian paganism in the storytelling tradition of the cult of Veles, Red Cain champion a fluid, dynamic, and unique musical style centered around telling dark, conceptual Faustian sagas and constructing those into an unforgettable live experience.
Stated by frontman Evgeniy Zayarny as wanting to bring back the “Devil’s music” mysticism all too often missing in modern metal acts, Red Cain delivers flair, groove, and an intricate, lethal edge in their music. Listeners might well pick out elements reminiscent of such luminary acts as Kamelot, Symphony X, Tesseract, Amaranthe, Alter Bridge – whipped into a venomous new shape. The current incarnation of the band is all of these influences mixed with a lot of vodka and Eastern European melancholy, shaken and stirred.
Red Cain released its debut self-titled EP in November 2016 to rave reviews from a variety of publications such as Dead Rhetoric, MetalUnderground, and Fireworks magazine, among many others. Red Cain’s EP had the honour of winning Metal Recording of the Year at the 2017 YYC Music Awards. The band has a strong emerging fanbase around the world, being named one of the top 200 bands of 2016 by Headbangers Latinoamerica and the EP’s cover art selected as one of 2016’s 15 best by Metal Underground.
Red Cain’s first full-length album “Kindred: Act I” was released in March 2019 to a variety of excellent reviews internationally, reaching #1 on Canadian College Radio Earshot Loud charts and establishing the band as a force in the Canadian metal scene, and landing the band a distribution deal with European label Sliptrick Records. A variety of festival appearances at Loud As Hell Metal Festival, Hyperspace Metal Festival, and Canada Wacken Competition have served to cement that status. Red Cain’s music videos for “Juliet” and “Zero” have to date garnered 11 international film festival awards, including the Music Video Award at the Accolade Global Film Competition (LA) along with “Juliet” nominated for 2020 YYCMA Metal Recording of The Year.
During the last six months of 2020, the band has previewed epic storied singles “Sunshine (Blood Sun Empire)”, “Demons”, “Kindred”, and “Varyag and The Shrike” to fans from their forthcoming 2021 sophomore album "Kindred: Act II".
"Kindred: Act II" is seven evocative and powerful narrative tracks that continue the saga from "Kindred: Act I", following the warrior Zalcoatl along with combining other ancient myths and stories with a commentary on how these exist and apply in modern society. This album hits hard and heavy in the best prog power goth rock fashion, layering brazen up-front guitar riffs with a groovy electronic backing and pulsing basslines.
Recommended for fans of Kamelot, Mastodon, and Amaranthe, "Kindred: Act II" is due out on January 22nd digitally as a self-release by the band with signing with Sliptrick Records for its physical CD release at later date in the year.
Past Features:
2020 - Nominee - YYC Music Awards Metal Recording of the Year
2019 - Nominee - YYC Music Awards Metal Recording of the Year
2017 - Winner - YYC Music Awards Metal Recording of the Year
Tours and Festivals:
2017 – Loud As Hell Fest - Drumheller, AB
2018 – Canada Wacken Competition – Calgary, AB
2019 – Hyperspace Metal Festival – Vancouver, BC
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