Biography
From Ruins are the epitome of a modern metal band. Formed in the spring of 2023, the Northern Ireland-based outfit are determined to plant their flag on the musical map and establish a reputation for a potent mix of brutal and soaring vocals, gripping melodies and hard-hitting riffs.
E.P.
Poison For Your Soul
From Ruins are back with a bang, unleashing their sophomore E.P., Poison for Your Soul.
Recorded around the turn of the year with Ireland’s go-to metal maestro Josh Sid Robinson (JSR Audio), the new E.P. encapsulates all of the dynamics present on the band’s debut extended play release (Inner Demons) but with added intensity and focus.
“The reception to ‘Inner Demons’ was amazing and we’re really proud of how it turned out. However, we aren’t the sort to rest on our laurels…” comments drummer David Patton. “The intent was always to try and step it up this time around and I’m confident that we’ve done that.”
Alongside the E.P. launch comes the band’s second music video for ‘The Cure‘, directed and filmed by the multi-talented Josh Sid Robinson of JSR Audio.
Poison for Your Soul is available to stream and download from your preferred service on September 6th, 2024.
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E.P. Reviews
“You would be forgiven for thinking From Ruins have been around for donkey’s years due to their sound and unbelievable tightness when in fact they only formed back in 2023, which makes this offering all the more amazing.”
10/10
“The way the clean and heavy side of the vocals play off each other, backed up by roaring riffs and pounding drum beats, is exceptionally enjoyable.“
9/10
Single
Until We’re Gone
From Ruins are back following a brief self-imposed hiatus with the release of their new single, Until We’re Gone.
It is the first offering from their upcoming sophomore E.P., Poison for Your Soul, which is set for release on September 6th, 2024, via Earache Digital Distribution.
Accompanying their latest single is the band’s debut music video, directed and filmed by Kyle Colby of KSC Film.
Regarding their latest single, the band remarked, “We believe that this is the strongest statement we’ve made to date, and our first music video to boot, so make sure to check it out!“
Until We’re Gone is available to stream and download from your preferred service on July 19th, 2024.
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E.P.
Inner Demons
From Ruins are pleased to announce their ferocious new E.P., Inner Demons.
The E.P. showcases the band’s ability to bring together the best parts of noughties metalcore and fuse it with contemporary experimental and progressive elements.
“This E.P. has been the culmination of everything we have gone through as a group throughout the last year,” comments vocalist Niall O’Kane. “We’ve put our hearts and souls into these songs, and believe it’s our heaviest, most melodic, and progressive work to date. We’re delighted with how it’s turned out, and can’t wait for people to hear it.“
Once again guitarist Neil Anderson has provided the artwork, drawing upon inspiration from dark fantasy and mythology to manifest a demonic composition.
Inner Demons is available to stream and download from your preferred service on October 13th, 2023.
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E.P. Reviews
“It’s the kind of thing that will open pits on any dancefloor. Big gigs, small gigs, festivals, weddings… it doesn’t matter. Chaos will ensue.“
“Complex and commanding, energetic and erratic, infectious and intense…“
“…so full of angst and furious intent it’s surprising the band managed to make it to the end in one piece!“
“…you feel that the evolution of the band could lead to some interesting and exciting places.”
“… a band looking to redefine the heavy metal rulebook… We’ve only just scratched the surface of what FROM RUINS are capable of.“
Single
Hate Me
Following on from their debut release comes Hate Me, From Ruins’ second single. Maintaining the hard edge and dark theme established by Running Away while introducing electronic elements and an epic finale, Hate Me places the band’s versatility on full display.
“Some may find Hate Me to be a bit of a divergence in style from our first single as we’ve tried to show a different side to our arsenal. But don’t worry, because it hits just as hard!” says drummer David Patton.
The single artwork was created by the band’s artist-in-residence, guitarist Neil Anderson.
Hate Me is available to stream and download from your preferred service on September 8th, 2023.
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Debut Single
Running Away
From Ruins are pleased to unveil their debut single, Running Away.
Fuelled by aggression from start to finish, the lyrics have a dark and sinister nature and deliver a message which is unrelenting in tone. Frontman Niall O’Kane explains: “The song is a f**k you to all the users and abusers out there, whilst opening the lid on some of the abuse that I’ve had to face and the battles I have with my inner demons.”
The single artwork was created by guitarist Neil Anderson, perfectly illustrating the lyrical themes of mental turmoil.
Running Away is available to stream and download from your preferred service on July 14th, 2023.