German metal commandos Primal Fear are finally back! Following the release of their chart-breaking album »Metal Commando« (Switzerland: #6, Germany: #7, Austria #28 etc.) in 2020, the group have returned to unleash an 11-track magnum opus titled »Code Red« on September 1, 2023 through Atomic Fire. After unveiling first details alongside announcing release supporting tour dates earlier this year, Primal Fear have launched a first taster of their new album today. Fans can now watch a music video for opening track ‘Another Hero,’ which sets the tone for »Code Red« appropriately by delivering “Heavy metal in its purest form while breathing the spirit of current times!” as Rock It! (DE) magazine’s Jürgen Will stated after pre-listening to the record. Vocalist Ralf Scheepers underlines the song’s lyrical topic, “Sometimes I wish there would be ‘Another Hero’ who shows mankind how to get along with each other in peace and harmony.”
Watch the official music video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUISvCi3hyA
Pre-order »Code Red« in the physical format of your choice (see below!), pre-save it on your favourite DSP or pre-order it digitally to receive ‘Another Hero’ instantly now, here: https://primalfear.afr.link/coderedPR
The album will be available in the following formats: – Atomic Fire Records mailorder exclusive bundles (cd-digipak, vinyl, t-shirt, lighter) / -CD-digipak / -2LP in gatefold (various colours) / -digital
»Code Red« – Track Listing: 01. Another Hero 02. Bring That Noise 03. Deep In The Night 04. Cancel Culture 05. Play A Song 06. The World Is On Fire 07. Their Gods Have Failed 08. Steelmelter 09. Raged By Pain 10. Forever 11. Fearless
The album was produced by bassist/vocalist Mat Sinner and co-produced by vocalist Ralf Scheepers as well as guitarist Tom Naumann before long-time Primal Fear companion Jacob Hansen took care of its mixing and mastering at his own Hansen Studios in Denmark once again after being recorded in Kempten, Germany at Sebastian “Basi” Roeder’s Backyard Studios, with helping hands of Scheepers and Mitch Kunz. Additionally, Stan W. Decker (»Angels Of Mercy – Live In Germany« (2017), »Apocalypse« (2018), and »I Will Be Gone« (2021) by Primal Fear etc.) provided magnificent artwork.
Primal Fear are: Ralf Scheepers | vocals // Mat Sinner | bass, vocals // Tom Naumann | guitars // Alexander Beyrodt | guitars // Magnus Karlsson | guitars // Michael Ehré | drums