Splid

Norwegian rockers Kvelertak's album "Splid" is the follow-up to 2016's "Nattesferd" and will mark the band's first release since the departure of longtime frontman Erlend Hjelvik and addition of Ivar Nikolaisen. "We are very excited that our new album, 'Splid', will be released through Rise Records and we look forward to being a part of the Rise family in the coming years," the band says. "'Splid' ('discord' in English) is a deep dive into western gluttony, our own stupidity, and the abyss of the earth." The album was recorded with Kurt Ballou at Godcity Studio in Salem, Massachusetts. "Working with Kurt again has been amazing and we're extremely happy with the production," the band continues. "We've pushed ourselves to the edge this last year — musically, physically, and mentally. The result is one hour of catchy riffs, punk rock, and heavy metal influenced by a world in discord to accompany our way towards Ragnarok."