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O.R.k RETURN WITH NEW SINGLE + VIDEO ‘BLAST OF SILENCE’

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O.R.k. kick off a fresh wave of activity today with their new single ‘Blast of Silence’. The first in a series of upcoming releases, ‘Blast of Silence’ draws on the heavier side of the band’s sonic identity, showcasing singer Lef’s powerful vocals at the forefront. An ambiguous, twisted ode to hidden depths and undiscovered possibilities, ‘Blast of Silence’ is accompanied by a stunning music video created by Lef.

“I consider that video a journey of self-discovery where an unforeseen strength emerges from within” the singer says. “I've always had a deep admiration for those who, in the face of overwhelming odds, manage to confront both external challenges and inner demons with unwavering determination. It's truly remarkable how, even when everything seems set against them, they find the strength to persevere, overcome, and ultimately succeed.” Check out the video below.


With the new single, guitarist Carmelo Pipitone demonstrates his ability to weave unique, expressive and memorable parts throughout, whilst Pat Mastelotto and Colin Edwin match the dynamism with both sensitivity and force on drums and bass respectively. The result is a captivating first bite at the upcoming and as yet un-named fifth album. Speaking about the new material, bassist Colin says “There’s no "filler" on O.R.k. albums, and in the past, we've often struggled to pick out or agree on the best tracks to highlight as singles. Subsequently we've often felt that certain album tracks don't always get the attention they deserve. Taking the time to allow some focus on each song as they emerge should allow for a better experience all round."

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“Our songs lay us bare, showing exactly who we are. We often tuck personal messages into the lyrics—words that might be a bit tricky to suss out. But that’s alright, because it’s the music that really carries the weight of our emotions.” – Lef 

The new single ‘Blast of Silence’ is the first in a series of upcoming O.R.k releases with a new album expected in 2025. Stay tuned for more info.



SCREAMNASIUM

OUT NOW

The new album from ex-Porcupine Tree bassist Colin Edwin, award-winning composer/vocalist LEF, King Crimson’s Pat Mastelotto, and Marta Sui Tubi’s Carmelo Pipitone.


The expansive and emotive, Screamnasium is O.R.k’s most essential album to date. Spontaneous yet intricately crafted, and perhaps the most concise statement of the band's sonic aims yet.

With the quartet having formed a strong creative bond over the course of three previous studio albums and with countless miles clocked up on tour, the highly anticipated follow up to 2019’s acclaimed Ramagehead has finally arrived. The pent up, derailed energies of O.R.k. have found a release with their gutsy, cathartic and striking new album Screamnasium.

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Screamnasium is out now on CD / ltd ed green coloured vinyl LP/ black vinyl LP and digitally with orders available here.

The band have also announced a co-headine tour with Lizzard, taking place across Europe in April & May 2023. Tickets will be on sale here.

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O.R.k. premiere their new single As I Leave

O.R.k., comprising celebrated Italian vocalist, producer, and award-winning film score composer Lorenzo Esposito Fornasari a.k.a LEF (lead vocals), King Crimson's Pat Mastelotto (drums), ex-Porcupine Tree's Colin Edwin (bass) and Marta Sui Tubi's Carmelo Pipitone (guitars) have premiered the video for their new single “As I Leave”, their first new music since the release of the acclaimed 2019 album Ramagehead.

The new single “As I Leave” is the first foray into the band’s new album (the second on Kscope) which will be released later this year. It is accompanied by an otherworldly and dreamlike video from 3D-VR artist Chiara Orsi who has managed to match the song's expressive intensity in a highly imaginative visual display.

As I Leave was an obvious choice for a new first single/calling card for the band, containing all the sonic elements that make up O.R.k’s unique and inviting world. Lef’s powerful vocals, Carmelo Pipitone’s energetic riffing, Pat Mastelotto’s inventive rhythmic accompaniment and Colin Edwin’s distinctive bass tones all infuse the sound with a refreshed intensity and a new luminosity.

O.R.k bassist Colin Edwin states

Lyrically, ‘As I Leave’ is an ambiguous contemplation on the inexplicable reasons for close personal bonds and human connections. It’s a song for anyone who ever desired deeper connections with another, but in some puzzling way, just couldn’t make it work. The profoundest differences are rarely geographical, as most of us have discovered over the last few years.  There’s often an unknowable reason under the surface, did you blow your chance? …or did your dreams just get old?”

As I Leave will be available to stream and download HERE from Thursday 23rd June.

More news on O.R.k’s new album will be revealed soon.

RAMAGEHEAD

The 2019 Album

Featuring special guest vocalist System Of A Down’s Serj Tankian

Check out their Signals Erased EP featuring two new remixes

O.R.k., comprising some of contemporary music’s most revered artists, have combined their creative forces once again for a new studio album; their first for the ground-breaking UK label Kscope; O.R.k’s Ramagehead will be released on 22nd February 2019.

The band feature Italy’s celebrated vocalist, producer and award-winning film score composer Lorenzo Esposito Fornasari a.k.a LEF (lead vocals), King Crimson‘s Pat Mastelotto (drums), Porcupine Tree‘s Colin Edwin (bass), Marta Sui Tubi‘s Carmelo Pipitone (guitars); Ramageheadalso features a superstar collaboration in the form of Grammy Award-winner Serj Tankian of System of a Down, who is undoubtedly one of metal’s greatest and most renowned vocalists.

Penned following their headline European tour in support of their second album, 2017’s Soul of an Octopus;  Ramagehead was forged from the band’s collective vision, unique influences and a multi-layered reflection of their powerful and engaging live experience. The result contains all the ingredients of a fiery O.R.k. performance with dark and heavy riffing, mesmeric atmospheres and lyrics that reveal the band’s bewilderment brought about by our modern world: a world of information overload, of uncertainty and post-truth messages.

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