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Holy Wars have premiered a new video for their new song “Ceremony.” This track is from the band’s new album, “Shadow Work / Light Work,” which will be released on April 24.

Vocalist Kat Leon commented on the song:

“’Ceremony’ at its core is about the fantasy and fear of non-existence and the times I myself have not wanted to exist anymore. However, I want to provide a message of hope and more than anything, this song is about survivalism and a hope for a better life. We also touch on ceremonial references, including my own practice of candle magic. In the song I say “Wax in my veins, I’m candlelight” and ultimately I want to drive the point home of owning your power and your weakness.”

She also added the following about the album:

“The concept behind ‘Shadow Work/Light Work’ is taking the grief and trauma of losing my parents ten years ago, and looking at how hard that has actually been for me. I have almost held onto that grief as armour for a long time, and at times have felt like I am owed some payoff for all of this pain. Then, after my sister passed away in 2024, it instantly brought me right back to that shadow mindset and darkness. However, instead of being trapped in it, I used it as a way of healing through writing. Ultimately, you have to confront the darkest parts of yourself, even the parts that you are unwilling to look at. Only then can you eventually find the light.”

“Shadow Work / Light Work” Track Listing:

Side A: “Shadow Work”:

01. “O Death“
02. “I Feel Everything“
03. “Shadowalker“
04. “Crucify“
05. “Skin Deep“
06. “I.F.O.Y.G.“

Side B: “Light Work”:

01. “Proof Of Existence“
02. “Kill The Light“
03. “Ceremony“
04. “Everything You“
05. “Holy Unholy“
06. “Metamorphosis“