The Cypriot Progressive Epic Metal band Occult Kenji is proud to announce that their new album, “Of Gods And Ancestors,” will be released on October 07, 2025 via Thalassocracy Records. Consisting of 7 tracks for over 34 minutes of musical experience, “Of Gods And Ancestors” features Hugo Ribeiro from Moonspell playing drums on all songs!
The album is anticipated by the official lyric video of “Cult of the Great White Bull.” Watch it now on via the YouTube player below:
With the release of “Drunkard Chronicles” and “Eis Mnemen,” the band directed attention to raw energy and thematic depth. The upcoming album, “Of Gods and Ancestors,” expands this vision, diving into Bronze Age myth, poetic sacrifice, and eternal memory, with a sound that is equally aggressive, emotional and immersive.
With this upcoming release, the band aims to captivate its audience in a dark and musical storytelling experience. “Of Gods and Ancestors” is a 3,500 year historical ride, focusing on 7 unique stories bound to the Eastern Mediterranean. The blend of harsh and clean vocals ensures that no emotion remains untouched. The album features Hugo Ribeiro of Moonspell on drums.
Occult Kenji is a Metal band that blends mythological narratives with various Heavy Metal subgenres. Their music explores ancient stories, dark legends, and forgotten deities, intertwining harsh and clean vocals with Atmospheric soundscapes. Born with the aim of merging Mediterranean tradition and Metal music, the project is carving out a unique place in the underground scene. The band was formed in 2018 as the solo project of musician and songwriter Marios Michaelides (Daggr, MethysOs), after the hiatus of his previous band. Marios is not new to the scene. He has been releasing music with different bands since 2012 and in the past has supported well-known names live such as Mnemic, Grave Digger, Jag Panzer, and Uriah Heep.
Pre-Order “Of Gods And Ancestors” on Bandcamp: https://occultkenji.bandcamp.com/album/of-gods-and-ancestors
Tracklist:
01. The Hand of Nergal (04:43)
02. The Sea Peoples (04:53)
03. Cult of the Great White Bull (05:04)
04. King Nothing (04:55)
05. Apollo’s Cup (05:09)
06. Death’s Road (03:01)
07. Hylates (07:04)
Guests:
Hugo Ribeiro (Moonspell) / Drums
Alex Michaelsson (Daggr) / Backing Vocals (Tracks 1, 2, 3)
Dima Faustov (HeartBeat Brass Band) / Clarinet Solo (Track 7)