NewsJuly 15, 2013 4:08 PM ET3,881 views

Metal Blade Records signs Below

Official press release: Metal Blade Records is pleased to announce the signing of epic doom metal band, Below, who hail from Sweden and music has influences from late Black Sabbath, Candlemass, and King Diamond. Not much is known about the Swedish quintet, however they are working with Tobias Rosén (bass player of Noctum) of Howlin' Owl Productions and a split 7" is in set to be released by Dark Descent Records with the doom act's full-length being released via Metal Blade in 2014. "It's an honor for us to be given this opportunity of working with such a legendary label. We're really proud to be part of the Metal Blade family; this will be the perfect home for Below. Together we will make a mark and set a standard for quality doom music." There are two Below tracks up at Howlin' Owl's Soundcloud player, which can be heard here:



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