HEARSE, the Swedish band featuring former ARCH ENEMY/NONEXIST

vocalist Johan Liiva, have set an April 6 U.S. release date through Candlelight Records for their second full-length album, “Armageddon Mon Amour”.

Recorded at Basement Audio System in Stockholm, the follow-up to 2003's “Dominion Reptillian” “showcases the band's refreshing hybrid of musical styles — an embodiment of melodic death, classic metal and showing hints of a groovier, if one could say, stoner influence,” according to a press release. Drummer Max Thornell says of the recording, “the aim was to have a natural, rough and heavy recording. The cooperation between us and engineer Jonas Edler worked out with the recording coming out quite close to plan.” He added, “what can fans expect? Look for a round of rock n' roll adventures in death metal with ripping solos, licks and tricks. And on top of it all, Johan Liiva's voice.”

Formed by longtime friends Thornell and Liiva, HEARSE recorded a demo before signing with Hammerheart Records. The band, completed by guitarist Mattias Ljung, released a limited edition 7-inch single, titled “Torch”, prior to issuing “Dominion Reptillian”. “Dominion Reptillian” found instant acclaim throughout Europe on release, although to date the record has received no proper U.S. release.

“Armageddom Mon Amour” track listing:

01. Mountain of the Solar Eclipse
02. Turncoat
03. Crops of Waste
04. In Love and War
05. Ticket to Devastation
06. Tools
07. Cambodia
08. Sodi
09. Play Without Rules
10. Determination
11. Armageddon Mon Amour