The band will release the new album Shehili via earMUSIC on May 3rd.

 

Formed in 2001 in the Republic of Tunisia, a country in the Maghreb region of North Africa, MYRATH began carving out their own unique niche in the metal world by combining progressive metal with folkloric Tunisian music. They have drawn inspiration from genre champions such as DREAM THEATER and SYMPHONY X, as well as the sounds of classic European metal legends like DEEP PURPLE and RAINBOW.

 

MYRATH's heritage and willingness to infuse their influences with the historic music of their homeland is what sets them apart. The sounds of Tunisia are that of Arabic and Asian folk music, which can be readily heard in the rhythms, segues, and choruses of MYRATH's compositions.

 

Their last album Legacy (2016) received international acclaim and contained the brilliant and, until now, their most successful song,'Believer.' The video racked up more than 10 million views on YouTube.

 

Shehili is innovative, yet loyal to the band's signature sound. It establishes contrasts between uplifting melodies and thoughtful, and, at times, heartbreaking lyrics. The best example of this duality can be found in Shehili's first single 'Dance,' the video of which was a sequel to 'Believer.' The 'Dance' video tallied more than a million views in the first five weeks of release.