Last year, when NEAERA were still a complete underground band, their powerful debut "The Rising Tide Of Oblivion" sent shock waves throughout the hard music community. They were soon labeled the new hope of metallic hardcore, securing their status as newcomer of the year by playing shows with bands such as ARKANGEL, the Hell On earth Tour (w/ AS I LAY DYING, HEAVEN SHALL BURN, END OF DAYS.) and the Spirit Tour (w/ CALIBAN, DESTINY, FEAR MY THOUGHTS.). So it's no surprise their sophomore album "Let The Tempest Come" is already one of the most hotly anticipated releases of the year. NEAERA have definitely stayed true to their style, only adding a stronger melodic death metal influence and further maturing their songwriting.
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