Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Face of War is the debut album by the Greek band XenoVenous, released independently on January 31, 2026 (via Bandcamp). Originating from Athens, the band delivers classic heavy/speed metal, heavily influenced by the old school of the 80s, mixing thrash speed, heavy riffs, and a straightforward old-school metal attitude.
The album features 9 tracks that delve into themes of war, mythology, dystopia, and internal/external conflict—the title "Face of War" already conveys the atmosphere of constant confrontation, both literal and metaphorical. The production (done at SoundWay Studios) is raw and aggressive, prioritizing live energy over excessive polish, which perfectly matches the style.
The titles suggest a cohesive narrative: fallen gods, impending slaughter, wolf's heart, black sails (perhaps piracy or warships), historical/imperial references (Caesar), total extermination (Exterminatus — a term reminiscent of Warhammer 40k), infected zones, and combat drugs. This creates a vibe of eternal war, apocalyptic chaos, fierce resistance, and uncontrollable fury — all wrapped in galloping riffs, accelerated drumming, and raspy vocals reminiscent of the best of European speed metal (think of a mix of Agent Steel, early Running Wild, Razor, and even touches of Greek thrash like Suicidal Angels or Rotting Christ in heavier moments).
It's a straightforward album, without frills: short, fast, angry, and made for headbanging. Perfect for those who enjoy classic metal without modernisms, a revival of the 80s/90s with current production. If you like bands that honor the roots of heavy and speed metal without sounding like a generic revival, Face of War delivers exactly that — a raw, unvarnished portrayal of war. Available on the band's Bandcamp page for streaming and purchase. I recommend listening at high volume!
MEMBERS
Theodore Valsamakis - Guitars
Dimitris Kariotis - Guitars
Fotis Grigoriadis - Drums
Chris Tekas - Bass
Zymos Garixon - Vocals
TRACKLIST
1. Nightmare' Dream | 00:00
2. Gods Bleed | 02:05
3. Slaughter Is Near | 08:10
4. Wolfheart | 12:36
5. Black Sails | 17:50
6. Caesar | 24:25
7. Exterminatus | 29:55
8. Infected Zone | 33:45
9. Combat Drug | 38:50
SOCIAL MEDIA
Bandcamp: xenovenous.bandcamp.com/music
Deezer: deezer.com/en/artist/123725272
Facebook: facebook.com/XenoVenous
Instagram: instagram.com/xenovenous_official
Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/1IVdxduuucHbQeA40FJLRL
YouTube: youtube.com/@XenoVenous
COPYRIGHT
All music written and produced by XenoVenous. All rights reserved to XenoVenous. Streaming is cool, but buying the physical album is what really keeps the band alive.
#xenovenous #heavymetal #metal
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Face of War is the debut album by the Greek band XenoVenous, released independently on January 31, 2026 (via Bandcamp). Originating from Athens, the band delivers classic heavy/speed metal, heavily influenced by the old school of the 80s, mixing thrash speed, heavy riffs, and a straightforward old-school metal attitude.
The album features 9 tracks that delve into themes of war, mythology, dystopia, and internal/external conflict—the title "Face of War" already conveys the atmosphere of constant confrontation, both literal and metaphorical. The production (done at SoundWay Studios) is raw and aggressive, prioritizing live energy over excessive polish, which perfectly matches the style.
The titles suggest a cohesive narrative: fallen gods, impending slaughter, wolf's heart, black sails (perhaps piracy or warships), historical/imperial references (Caesar), total extermination (Exterminatus — a term reminiscent of Warhammer 40k), infected zones, and combat drugs. This creates a vibe of eternal war, apocalyptic chaos, fierce resistance, and uncontrollable fury — all wrapped in galloping riffs, accelerated drumming, and raspy vocals reminiscent of the best of European speed metal (think of a mix of Agent Steel, early Running Wild, Razor, and even touches of Greek thrash like Suicidal Angels or Rotting Christ in heavier moments).
It's a straightforward album, without frills: short, fast, angry, and made for headbanging. Perfect for those who enjoy classic metal without modernisms, a revival of the 80s/90s with current production. If you like bands that honor the roots of heavy and speed metal without sounding like a generic revival, Face of War delivers exactly that — a raw, unvarnished portrayal of war. Available on the band's Bandcamp page for streaming and purchase. I recommend listening at high volume!
MEMBERS
Theodore Valsamakis - Guitars
Dimitris Kariotis - Guitars
Fotis Grigoriadis - Drums
Chris Tekas - Bass
Zymos Garixon - Vocals
TRACKLIST
1. Nightmare' Dream | 00:00
2. Gods Bleed | 02:05
3. Slaughter Is Near | 08:10
4. Wolfheart | 12:36
5. Black Sails | 17:50
6. Caesar | 24:25
7. Exterminatus | 29:55
8. Infected Zone | 33:45
9. Combat Drug | 38:50
SOCIAL MEDIA
Bandcamp: xenovenous.bandcamp.com/music
Deezer: deezer.com/en/artist/123725272
Facebook: facebook.com/XenoVenous
Instagram: instagram.com/xenovenous_official
Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/1IVdxduuucHbQeA40FJLRL
YouTube: youtube.com/@XenoVenous
COPYRIGHT
All music written and produced by XenoVenous. All rights reserved to XenoVenous. Streaming is cool, but buying the physical album is what really keeps the band alive.
#xenovenous #heavymetal #metal
⚡️PROMOTION - Promote new independent bands or the publication of albums that have already been released in previous years that deserve to be highlighted. 🔇Please let me know by commenting the video if you're seen in the video or own the copyright and don't like my promotion! Ofcourse I'll pull down the video if you ask! It's all done for the love of your music!
