ABSU again welcomes new guitarist

Texas-based mythological occult metal outfit ABSU have announced the addition of session lead guitarist Vis Crom (pronounced “Vish Krahm”) to the group's ranks. He replaces Zawicizuz, who was recently dismissed due to irreconcilable differences. Says drummer/vocalist Proscriptor of the replacement, “We are extremely thrilled to welcome Vis Crom as the newest touring musician of ABSU. He has proven to be a conquering performer and were delighted to convey our next live chapters of mythological occult metal with him.

I felt it was time to re-evaluate the path of the band in a live aspect,” he continues. “ABSUs expanding growth, metaphysically and musically speaking, will embark on a journey like nothing we have ever experienced before. One of the main objectives is to never create the same album twice, so one can expect a revolving lineup. Working with Zawicizuz for the past two years has been a prosperous experience and I have the utmost respect for him as my comrade and a superlative musician. I wish him good fortune and success in the future.”

ABSU will embark on a full European tour beginning in October. Support on the trek will come from Norway s Pantheon I, Australia/UK's Razor Of Occam (featuring members of Destroyer 666) and Zoroaster. Check Metal Centre's TOUR DATES section for more information.

The band has not embarked on a European tour in over a decade apart from numerous festival appearances this year.

ABSU's self-titled album was released on February 24 via Candlelight Records. The CD was co- engineered by the band and mixed by none other than J.T. Longoria at Nomad Recording Studio (King Diamond, Solitude Aeturnus et al). It was mastered by Proscriptor at his studio Tarot Productions.

Guest musicians on the album include the following:

Ashmedi (Melechesh)
Blasphemer (ex-Mayhem, Ava Inferi)
Equitant (ex-Absu, Equitant)
David Harbour (Ex-King Diamond, David Harbour)
Michael Harris (Darkology, Michael Harris)
Mindwalker (The Firstborn)
Nornagest (Enthroned)
Vorskaath (Zemial)

ABSU last year announced the addition of bassist/co-vocalist Ezezu (ex-Panzram) to the group's ranks.

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Darren Cowan

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