Chasing Titans
Chasing Titans
Chasing Titans self-titled EP - Released in December 2022; Written by Adrian Govender; Produced by Ben Reugg and Chasing Titans at Quietly Loud Studios, Auckland NZ; Mastered by Ben Reugg.
Chasing Titans is an alternative metalcore band hailing from Auckland, New Zealand. Formed in 2018, this three-piece group made up of Adrian Govender (guitar/vocals), Sylvester Porizakova (bass/vocals), and Torrance Kam (drums/backing vocals) has been making waves in the local and international scene with their distinct and powerful amalgamation of metalcore, infused with elements of hip hop and electronica, coupled with emotionally charged and poignant lyrics.
The name Chasing Titans, inspired by the Greek Titans, reflects the philosophy of never giving up on one’s biggest dreams and striving for greatness. It captures the spirit of perseverance, and the belief that anything is possible through hard work and determination.
Chasing Titans has gained a reputation for their intense and energetic live performances, with Penrose Underground calling their performance “Superb” and the highlight of the party, and From The Hip declaring them “an EPIC Metal Band” who “rocked so hard there were nails and screws falling from the ceiling boards!”.
Chasing Titans self-titled debut EP was released in December 2022 and features three singles, including their first, "Cabin Fever," which was written during the lockdown of 2021 and explores the feeling of isolation and the descent into madness that can result from it. The second single, "Vengeance," is a song about revenge in the context of domestic abuse, written from the standpoint of a victim who has reached their breaking point and is determined to fight back. "New Depravity," the third and final single, is inspired by the character Ferdinand Lyle from the horror series Penny Dreadful and examines the internal struggles of a person who appears to be good but is compelled to do evil deeds.
The band's debut EP has been met with an overwhelmingly positive reception since its release in December 2022. Music critic Kev Roland from music.net.nz said, “This certainly doesn’t sound like a debut as these guys are polished, tight and heavy,” while US label Moosic Entertainment called it “a requirement for you to put it in your playlist!”. Both the first and second single from the EP, "Cabin Fever", and "Vengeance", have charted and been featured on radio and media in the US, UK, Canada, France, Australia, and Mexico, with "Cabin Fever" achieving a peak position of number 3 on the Top 10 list on Valley FM 89.5 (Australia), garnering further acclaim for the band.
The rapid success of their EP on an international level propelled them to secure a remarkable deal with the prestigious European metal label, Sliptrick Records, in June 2023. The band then proudly announced their forthcoming debut album, eagerly anticipated by fans, will be unleashed under the esteemed banner of Sliptrick within 2024.
During June and July 2023, Chasing Titans also embarked on their highly successful North Island EP and Three Stages Of Hell tours, showcasing their music in a series of exclusive shows held in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, and New Plymouth. The footage that was used in the music video for "Vengeance" was also filmed during these shows.
Drawing inspiration from artists such as Bring Me the Horizon, Rage Against the Machine, A Day to Remember, and Trivium, Chasing Titans has created a sound that is uniquely their own. From the ferocious intensity of “Vengeance” to the introspective isolation in “Cabin Fever”, Chasing Titans tackles a wide range of topics with raw honesty and passion.
Their first official music videos for "Cabin Fever" and "Vengeance" were released in 2023, with the video for "New Depravity" currently in production.
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Join us for an incredible event on Saturday, July 27th, as we celebrate the birthday of our talented bassist and vocalist, Sly, who will soon become a member of the renowned 27 Club! We invite you to be a part of this unforgettable experience at Cupid Bar in Auckland, where we will ignite the stage with electrifying live performances. Sharing the stage with us will be our metal instrumental brethren, Afterlight, and the extraordinary Trepidations. DJs Miss Dom and Johnny Dambuster from 95BFM will also be there, spinning incredible tunes in between the live music. But wait, there's more! As if the incredible lineup isn't enticing enough, we're offering FREE ENTRY for all attendees. And in the spirit of honoring the occasion, we encourage you to embrace the Dead Celebrity theme and dress up accordingly. Get creative and choose your celebrity wisely for this dress-up party! You have a whole week to decide on your costume, so mark your calendar and don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind event. We can't wait to see you next Saturday!
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Ding Dong Lounge, 26 Wyndham Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, Auckland
Are you ready to unleash your inner metalhead? Ding Dong Lounge proudly presents an electrifying night of face-melting music that will rock your world! 🎸🔊🤘 🎶 FEATURED BANDS 🎶 🔹 Teraset 🔹 Monolith 🔹 Chasing Titans 🔹 Death Chemist Get ready for an unforgettable lineup that will take you on a sonic journey through the realms of heavy metal! 🤘🔥 From bone-crushing riffs to thunderous drums, these bands will deliver a metal experience like no other. 🔥 Teraset 🔥 Teraset's ferocious blend of melodic hooks, brutal rhytem sections and powerful vocals will leave you craving for more. Get ready to bang your head to their intense energy! 🔥 Monolith 🔥 They have their own signature sound that combines classic metal with hard rock, hardcore, punk, thrash metal and metalcore. Monolith are quickly growing a reputation for their high energy stage show. These guys are not to be missed. 🔥 Chasing Titans 🔥 Chasing Titans are fresh of their North Island EP release tour and are ready will captivate you with their blend of heavy grooves and soaring melodies. Brace yourself for a dynamic performance that will have you headbanging from start to finish! 🔥 Death Chemist 🔥 Death Chemist will bring their dark and aggressive sound to the stage, delivering a stage show reminiscent of Alice Cooper that will leave you breathless. Prepare for a sonic explosion that will shake you to your core! 🎟️ Ticket Details 🎟️ Don't miss out on this epic metal extravaganza! Tickets are available at the door for $15 or $10 Presales. Grab your friends and head over to Ding Dong Lounge for a night of pure metal madness. 📢 Spread the Word! 📢 Invite your fellow metalheads, share this event, and let's make this night one for the books! 🤘🔥 Tag your friends who can't resist the allure of heavy riffs and thunderous beats. Get ready to rock out like never before at Ding Dong Lounge's metal gig! See you there! 🤘
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Prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey as the third and final stage of hell unfolds at the legendary Eight Ball in New Plymouth on the 8th of July. Brace yourself for a climactic showdown as Chasing Titans and Gatekeepers battle one final time, unleashing a seismic wave of music that will reverberate through the venue's very foundations. Adding fuel to the fire, Wellington’s illustrious punk icons, Cherry Punch, will grace the stage with their unmatched energy and rebellious charisma. With doors opening at 8pm and an entry fee of just $10, secure your place at this historic event, where you'll witness a musical spectacle that will leave an indelible mark on your soul. Prepare for an evening of unrivaled intensity, where the boundaries of sonic expression are pushed to their limits and the spirit of punk and metal reigns supreme.
Presale - $10, Door - $10
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Get ready for an electrifying descent into the second stage of hell on July 1st as the clash between Chasing Titans and Gatekeepers engulfs 605 Bar in Morningside. Brace yourself for an epic showdown as these two musical powerhouses collide in round 2 of this monumental mash-up. Adding fuel to the fire, the unstoppable grunge rockers Video Nasty will join them on the second stage, delivering a relentless assault of raw energy. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable night, with doors opening at 8pm and a mere $10 entry fee.
Presale - $10, Door - $10
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Prepare yourself for an unparalleled onslaught of raw power and unbridled energy as Chasing Titans and Gatekeepers collide in a monumental clash at THE UFO on June 30th. This battle to the (wall of) death will ignite the stage, immersing you in an inferno of metal and post-hardcore prowess. Joining them on this first stage of hell are Death Chemist, the groundbreaking pioneers of chemistry metal!! Don't miss out on this exciting event, with doors opening at 8pm and entry priced at a mere $10.
Presale - $10, Door - $10
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Prepare for an unforgettable night of electrifying music as the thunderous sound of Chasing Titans arrives in Tauranga for their final show on their massive North Island EP Tour. The explosive band has garnered widespread acclaim following the release of their debut EP and are now taking their high-energy show on the road. Fans of the band's hard hitting single, "Cabin Fever", can now experience its raw power firsthand!
To celebrate the final show of the tour and thank their fans for their loyal support, this special event will be FREE ENTRY at The Voodoo Lounge! And they have thoughtfully selected a lineup of supporting acts guaranteed to leave audiences breathless! Dead Empire, an alternative hard rock ensemble that has gained a large following, is poised to make a raucous impact and energize the audience with their infectious sound. Sharing the stage with them is Black Gravel City, the mighty quartet that recently dropped the impressive "Internal Fix", who are guaranteed to turn up the volume and electrify the room.
Excitement is in the air as Tauranga eagerly awaits a colossal evening of entertainment. Chasing Titans and their exceptional supporting acts are geared up to ignite the stage and take you on a thrilling adventure that will stay with you forever. Don't let this extraordinary opportunity slip away – come on down and experience the epic Chasing Titans live on their final show of this tour!
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The sound of titans is coming to Hamilton, and it's a force to be reckoned with! Chasing Titans, the band that's been on everyone's lips since the release of their debut EP, is taking their explosive show on the road. With their smash hit single "Cabin Fever" already creating a buzz on radio stations around the world, this is the chance for fans to experience the raw power of their music live!
But this isn't just any show – they've carefully curated a lineup of supporting acts that will make your heart race and your ears ring. The Boondocks, one of Auckland's hottest up and coming rock acts, is ready to bring the noise and get the crowd on their feet. And following this, Afterlight, the legendary progressive instrumentalists, are set to turn the volume up to eleven with their electrifying sound!
The wait is finally over, and the excitement is palpable. Hamilton, brace yourselves for a night of epic proportions. Chasing Titans and their incredible supporting lineup are ready to shake things up and take you on a journey you won't forget. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience – get your tickets now!
Presale - $10, Door - $10
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Get ready to mosh the night away with Chasing Titans as they hit the road for an epic tour of the North Island! They are buzzing with excitement about their eponymous debut EP, which has already caught the attention of radio stations across the globe, from the US and UK to France, Australia and Mexico. And now, with their high-octane energy and unique sound, Chasing Titans is ready to bring their sound to you!
But that's not all – they're bringing along a lineup of supporting acts that will blow your mind! Auckland's own alternative hard rock act, ALTAEA, is set to get the crowd pumped up and ready to go. And as if that wasn't enough, the legendary Channeled, fronted by the EP's very own producer Ben Ruegg, will be hitting the stage as well!
This is a show that Auckland has been waiting for, and it's finally here! So, don't wait another moment – grab your tickets now and get ready to mosh with Chasing Titans and this amazing supporting lineup!
Presale - $10, Door - $15
Ding Dong Lounge, 26 Wyndham Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, Auckland
We are beyond thrilled to be sharing the stage with the legendary Monolith, the sultry Neon Serpent, and the explosive Are We Dead Yet at this upcoming single release show! You don't want to miss it!!
Tickets $10 or $8 for Super Members
Get ready to rock out and feel the adrenaline surge through your veins at Jakestock 2023! This music festival is set to ignite your senses and deliver an unforgettable experience with two epic stages in the heart of Kumeu. The lineup is bursting with Auckland's most innovative artists from all artistic spheres. Chasing Titans takes the stage at 7pm. Don't miss out on the party of a lifetime at Jakestock 2023!
Get ready Auckland, as Waxstar Touring brings you an unforgettable night of heavy and atmospheric music! Chasing Titans will be taking the stage at The Mothership, joined by Metadeth and Pull Down The Sun. Don't miss out on the chance to be a part of this incredible night! Mark your calendars for an intense night of metal mayhem!
Doors open 8pm | Chasing Titans starting @ 9pm | Strictly R18
(Online) Early Bird $15.00+BF, Door $25
Attention all metalcore fans! We are thrilled to announce that Chasing Titans will be performing their highly anticipated debut EP at Dead Witch, joined by Auckland's ALTAEA and Tauranga’s finest, Dead Empire. This will be a night of heavy music and an intense and unforgettable experience that you won’t want to miss!
Doors open 8pm | Chasing Titans starting @ 8.30pm | Strictly R18
(Online) Early Bird $10.00+BF, General Release $12.00+BF (Door) $15
Chasing Titans Electronic Press Kit (EPK) [CLICK HERE]
North Island EP Tour Press Release on MUZIC.NET.NZ
https://www.muzic.net.nz/news/14448/chasing-titans-announce-first-official-tour
Front Page Tour Feature on MUZIC.NET.NZ
https://www.muzic.net.nz/gig-guide/featured/505/chasing-titans-first-official-nz-tour
Interview with Breathing The Core
http://www.breathingthecore.com/2023/01/interviews-about-albums-chasing-titans.html
Interview with Moosic Entertainment
https://moosicentertainment.com/2023/01/12/chasing-titans-interview/
Cabin Fever achieving 3rd spot on Australia's Valley FM 89.5 weekly top 10 (with Isaac Banks)
https://www.facebook.com/banksmusicpromotion/posts/735801991882276
Cabin Fever featured on Emerging Rock Band's Radio Rock Radar show [at 50:28]
https://www.mixcloud.com/erbradio/rock-radar-12-01-23/
Cabin Fever featured on Banks Radio Australia [at 1:33:40]
https://www.mixcloud.com/BanksRadioAU/the-rock-hour-on-banks-radio-australia-episode-113-with-isaac-banks/
Cabin Fever and Vengeance on rotation at Rock On The Rise Radio
https://rotrradio.rocks/
Cabin Fever featured on Andrew Haug's Heavy At Home Show
https://andrewhaug.com/heavy-at-home-jan-23-2023/
Cabin Fever featured again on Andrew Haug's Heavy At Home Show
https://andrewhaug.com/heavy-at-home-jan-30-2023/
Interview with MNZ: The Distorted Transmission
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWb73KwNoIg
Review of single New Depravity by Moosic Entertainment
https://moosicentertainment.com/2023/01/31/chasing-titans-new-depravity-review/
Vengeance added to V13 Media's "Hard and Heavy" Spotify playlist
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tgmTFW4NlC4qjo4N69Zw9?si=4eb4bf23979c4227&nd=1
Cabin Fever featured once again on Andrew Haug's Heavy At Home Show
https://andrewhaug.com/heavy-at-home-feb-6-2023/
NZ Music EP Review
https://www.muzic.net.nz/articles/reviews/94217/chasing-titans-ep-review-chasing-titans
Vengeance featured on Forest FM's Breaking Rock Show with Paul RS Jerome [at 1:49:29]
https://www.mixcloud.com/BreakingRock/breaking-rockshow-on-forest-fm-24-april-2023/
Vengeance and Cabin Fever featured on Radio Kaos Caribou
https://radiokc.fm/
Vengeance featured on Rock Rage Radio
https://rockrageradio.com/
EP featured on Breathing The Core
http://www.breathingthecore.com/2022/12/chasing-titans-chasing-titans-2022.html
House of Prog EP Review
https://houseofprog.com/blog/2023/01/08/chasing-titans-chasing-titans-2022/