German Death Metal Band Stillbirth Announces New Album "Survival Protocol"

German death metal band Stillbirth has announced the upcoming release of their new album, titled "Survival Protocol," scheduled for October 31st through Reigning Phoenix Music. This album serves as a continuation of their previous critically acclaimed record, "Homo Deus," released in 2023. "Survival Protocol" is a conceptual album narrating the story of a solitary hero navigating a post-nuclear apocalypse. Building upon themes from their earlier work "Annihilation of Mankind," the narrative reaches its climax here. The story picks up where "Homo Deus" left off: a divine being descends from the sky, igniting a fierce struggle for dominance over Earth. Humanity is nearly eradicated, with some survivors escaping into space. After a lengthy voyage, they discover a new planet suitable for colonization, and the album chronicles their efforts to establish a new home. The lead single, "Baptized In Blood," offers a glimpse into the album’s intense vibe, capturing the band’s energetic live surf metal style in a studio recording. The lyrics depict a clash with colossal, godlike creatures inhabiting this alien world. After overcoming these apex predators, humans face another seemingly unbeat...