THE BEAST

L-R – Alex Bosson – Drums, Mary Zimmer – Vocals, Jason Ashcraft – Guitar, Chad Anderson – Guitar, Jeremy Steinhouse – Bass
Photo Credit: Casey Frederick

Helion Prime  has signed with  Ward Records  for the Japanese release of their forthcoming album  "Question Everything " on October 28th. The Japanese CD version will feature  t wo exclusive bonus tracks " Prof (Demo)" and "Rain (Trivium Cover)" (track listing below) and is available for pre-order   HERE . The North American/EU sales date is October 5th  via the band's label Saibot Reigns and available for  pre-order at  Helionprimemetal.com .

The band comments on the signing to   Ward Record s:

"We are so stoked to announce we have signed a deal with Ward Records marking our first ever Japanese release. They are one of the most well known and reputable labels in Asia and it's an honor to have Helion Prime in Asia on the same label as bands such as Judas Priest, Deep Purple, Opeth, Nightwish, Sabaton, Unleash The Archers, and much more. Until then, we hope you check out the new album when it's out in October."

Track Listing:
1. The Final Theory 
2. Madame Mercury 
3. Prof 
4. The Gadfly 
5. Photo 51
6. E Pur Si Muove 
7. Words of The Abbot ft. guest vocals John Yelland (Judicator, Dire Peril)
8. The Forbidden Zone 
9. Question Everything ft. Heather Michele (ex-Graveshadow, ex-Helion Prime) and Sozos Michael (ex-Helion Prime, Planeswalker)
10. Reawakening 
11. Kong at the Gates (Misfits Cover)
- Japanese Edition Limited Bonus Tracks -
12. Prof (Demo)
13. Rain (Trivium Cover)

It's been about two years since the band's sophomore release   "Terror of the Cybernetic Space Monster"   and Sacramento sci-fi power metallers   Helion Prime   returns with their third effort and the much shorter title   "Question Everything"   set for release on Monday, October 5th, 2020 via their label Saibot Reigns.    This is  Helion Prime 's first album with new vocalist Mary Zimmer, who has also accompanied the band on two separate tours of the United States. It also sees the band's original singer, Heather Michele, returning in a writing capacity and contributing all lyrics and melodies. Heather Michele also along with other former  Helion Prime  vocalist Sozos Michael and with John Yelland (Judicator/Dire Peril) add their guest vocals on the full length.

The highly anticipated third record is a concept album, with each song revolving around different figures throughout human history that had the courage to question the status quo of their respective worlds/societies, in some cases even dealing with harsh persecution as a result. Those   Helion Prime  chose to write about-faced prejudice, mockery, ex-communication, and persecution - yet through it all, they held true to their beliefs and ideas. Time would be their greatest ally as their ideas and identities were eventually validated, oftentimes not until after their passing. They serve as an inspiration for all minds to continue thinking outside the box and staying true to themselves.

Jason speaks on the album itself: 

"This album has truly been amazing to work on. The idea behind it is something I've been holding on to since around the time I started the band. Aside from writing some of what I consider to be Prime's best work it was a great experience getting to work with Heather again on an album as she once again contributed her talents for the lyrics."

"Question Everything"   was produced by Jason Ashcraft and Alex Nasla. Mixing was done by Chris Collier and mastered by Brett Caldas-Lima along with additional mixing/drum edits/reamping plus writing and performance of keyboard arrangements by Alex Nasla of Gear Gods Studio. Guitar/Bass edits by Michael Goodrich and cover art by Marc Whisnant.

Previous singles:
"The Forbidden Zone"  YouTube  (Lyric Video) ,  Spotify .
"Madame Mercury"   Youtube  (Lyric Video),  Spotify .
"Gadfly"   YouTube  (Music Video)

Helion Prime   is:
Mary Zimmer - Vocals
Jason Ashcraft - Rhythm Guitars
Chad Anderson - Lead Guitars
Jeremy Steinhouse - Bass
Alex Bosson - Drums

For more info:
Helionprimemetal.com
Facebook.com/helionprimemetal
Instagram.com/helionprimemetal
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