Icelandic Band Múr Unveils "Holskefla" from Self-Titled Debut Album
Múr, the emerging Icelandic progressive metal band, released their new single "Holskefla" on November 13, 2024, accompanied by a captivating music video. This release serves as a powerful introduction to their highly anticipated self-titled debut album, set to drop on November 22, 2024, via Century Media Records.
"Holskefla" is one of the oldest compositions on Múr's debut album, showcasing the band's early exploration into complex time signatures. The title, which translates to "deluge" or "barrage" in English, embodies the album's overarching theme of breaking free from inner turmoil and finding strength in letting go12.
Múr's sound defies easy categorization, blending elements reminiscent of the Devin Townsend Project and mid-era Opeth with the technical prowess of Meshuggah and Gojira. The band's progressive sensibilities and ability to seamlessly combine atmospheric textures with polished technicality set them apart in the metal landscape3.
The self-titled debut album "Múr" is scheduled for digital release on November 22, 2024, with physical formats (CD and vinyl) becoming available on January 10, 2025. Pre-orders for the album are currently live, allowing fans to secure their copies in advance3.
Formed in Iceland, Múr gained significant momentum after winning the Icelandic Wacken Metal Battle in spring 2022, subsequently placing fourth in the international finale at Wacken Open Air in Germany. This achievement has positioned them as one of Iceland's most promising musical exports3.
Following the album release, Múr will support Finnish prog-metal band Wheel on selected dates of their European tour in November and December 2024. This tour includes performances in notable venues across the UK, Belgium, Germany, France, Switzerland, Italy, Hungary, Austria, and Poland13.
Regarding "Holskefla," the band states: "The song embodies the album's overall theme of breaking the shackles of inner turmoil and finding strength in letting go." This sentiment reflects the deeper, introspective nature of Múr's music and lyrical content12.
