No metal in this battle shares ‘Lightrider,’ taken from the upcoming album, ‘Wie Kraut und Rüben,’ out November 10, 2023 via Muaaah Records, A tant Rêver Du Roi Records, Don’t Trust A Bear Records.

This captivating visual production combines 80s and 70s footage with a touch of kitsch, featuring vocoder enhanced vocals and a mesmerizing blend of afrobeat, funk, and disco influences. ‘Lightrider’ takes viewers on a thrilling journey through time, seamlessly merging nostalgic elements with No metal in this battle’s forward-thinking style. With a nod to the past and a futuristic twist, the result is a mesmerizing audiovisual feast that exudes joyful nostalgia. With ‘Lightrider,’ No metal in this battle once again showcases their artistic prowess and innovative spirit. The video’s dynamic visuals and infectious melodies capture the essence of the band’s boundary-pushing sound.

‘Lightrider’ is likely to be the most radio-friendly pop song the band has ever written. With a lucky twist, the band has followed their flow, resulting in a vocoder-driven afro disco anthem that is sure to get you dancing all summer long. The inclusion of vocals in both new songs was neither planned nor expected, but the songs felt like they needed it. The vocals were carried out by Xavier Battle, a Luxembourgish political activist and long-time friend of the band.

The release of ‘Lord of Fuzz’ and ‘Lightrider’ marks the end of a three-chapter release and will be compiled with two previous releases – ‘Shimokita/Zeitzonen’ and ‘Disco Dans Ta Cave/Fano’ – to form a full-length LP on vinyl called ‘Wie Kraut und Rüben’. This record will be strictly limited and will be available via Muaaah Records and À Tant Rêver du Roi Records in the Fall.

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Formed in 2011, no metal in this battle came together after a decade of playing and touring in diverse screamo, math-rock and emocore bands in Luxembourg and abroad. Initially formed as a trio, no metal expanded very early to a quartet. Since the pandemic no metal in this battle is focusing on jamming and improvisation, the search for the perfect groove and releasing new exciting material at a regular pace.

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