[Photo Credit: Juan Ibanez]
US-based black metal duo STORMRULER establishes the worldbuilding of their forthcoming album Morning Nautical Twilight in the new single and video offering, “Chapter I. The Sword, The Scepter & The Seal.” Morning Nautical Twilight, will be released on December 4, 2026, via Distortion Music Group (DMG) – Powered by Reigning Phoenix Music.
STORMRULER comments on “Chapter I. The Sword, The Scepter & The Seal”:
“The Sword, The Scepter and The Seal is a historical account told to the young wanderer by a scraggly old patron during the prologue of Morning Nautical Twilight. Beginning in the year 1142 F.A. TS3 takes place 2150 years before the rest of the record setting the course for the troubles that will come to haunt Aurelia and to give the listener a brief history on the origins of the Imperial Scepter.
The piece itself weaves in a sonic assault of folk, power, black and death. Equipped with soaring leads, mountainous melodies and a blistering rhythmic attack it takes the listener on a journey through the early ages of Umbria and the forging of the Imperial Scepter in the glowing embers of the Lunar Pyre.”
Set in present-day Aurelia, “Chapter I. The Sword, The Scepter & The Seal” introduces the land, core characters and the overarching story of Morning Nautical Twilight. The abrasive quality of black metal collides with the warmth and emotive tones of folk instruments and bright melodies. STORMRULER entwine light and shade in a compelling sonic display that ignites the grandeur and intensity of the tale that is set to unfold.
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About STORMRULER:
Born out of St. Louis, MO, the ferocious black metal duo STORMRULER is comprised of guitarist and vocalist Jason Asberry and drummer Jesse Schobel. Captivated by fantasy realms, the band’s imagery and sonic design draw from this theme entwined with historical elements.
The debut album Under The Burning Eclipse emerged in 2021, released via Napalm Records. This full-length was followed in quick succession by the sophomore offering, Sacred Rites & Black Magick, also via Napalm Records in 2022.
In 2026, STORMRULER signed to Distortion Music Group (DMG) – Powered by Reigning Phoenix Music, releasing the standalone single “Dark Age Of Deception.” Plunging into a dark and immersive shroud of atmospheric layers and commanding intensity, “Dark Age Of Deception” signified the beginning of the band’s next incarnation.
With the unveiling of “Chapter II: In The Eye Of Umbria,” STORMRULER’s forthcoming full length Morning Nautical Twilight delves further into epic fantastical realms placing powerful storytelling at the core of their music.
STORMRULER Is:
Jason Asberry – Guitars/Vocals/Bass
Jesse Schobel – Drums/Mouth Harp/Samples
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Morning Nautical Twilight Track List:
Prologue: The Weary Traveler
Chapter I: The Sword, The Scepter & The Seal
Chapter II: In The Eye Of Umbria
Chapter III: Council Of The Nations
Chapter IV: Subterranean Sorcery
Chapter V: Lanuthor’s Lamentations
Chapter VI: Open The Gates!
Chapter VII Morning Nautical Twilight
Chapter VIII: The Siege Of Belgorath
Chapter IX: Shadows Of The Starcrest
Chapter X: Winds Of War
Chapter XI: When The White Horn Sounds
Chapter XII: Engulfed In The Flames Of Oaken Pyre
Epilogue: The Imperial Chronicles ver. 74
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About Distortion Music Group
Based in Orlando, Florida, Distortion Music Group was formed in 2022 by KATAKLYSM frontman and Hard Impact Management (WIND ROSE, FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE, SEPTICFLESH, UNLEASH THE ARCHERS, and more) owner Maurizio Iacono.
DMG has released music from Scotland’s death/grind extremists MAN MUST DIE, as well as back catalogue material from world-renowned dwarf metal titans WIND ROSE.
Following the launch of its strategic partnership with Reigning Phoenix Music, the two companies have collaborated on releases from artists including SEVEN KINGDOMS, EX DEO, and STILLBIRTH.