Folk Metal Legends SUBWAY TO SALLY Join Forces with WARKINGS for Ultimate Anthem “Stahl auf Stahl”
27th November 2024 0 By Jon DeauxWith their new single “Stahl auf Stahl”, SUBWAY TO SALLY combine their signature sound with the driving power metal of WARKINGS, forging a true masterpiece together. The track seamlessly blends SUBWAY TO SALLY’s heavy riffs with a captivating chorus and vocals that reach new heights, offering a taste of their upcoming studio album, Post Mortem, set to release on December 20, 2024 via Napalm Records.
“Stahl auf Stahl” is an anthem of resistance and strength. With lines like “Hämmern wir, so laut wie es nur geht, die Welt soll von uns hören” (“We hammer as loud as we can, so the world will hear us”), the song ignites a fire of courage that pushes the limits of what’s possible. It’s not only a hymn of bravery but also one of rebirth—like a phoenix rising from the ashes, escaping the darkness, and heralding a new day for us all.
This impressive collaboration between SUBWAY TO SALLY and WARKINGS is reflected in the dual vocals, emphasizing themes of invincibility and an unbreakable sense of unity. But this won’t be the last time the bands join forces—both acts will take the stage together this December on the Eisheilige Nacht-tour.
SUBWAY TO SALLY about the new single:
“WARKINGS are our co-headliner for this year’s Eisheilige Nacht! Their intense touring activities caught our attention some time ago, and we’re confident they will ignite a true metal firestorm and make the Eisheilige Nacht an unforgettable experience with their show. This collaboration quickly led to the idea of a joint song, which we wrote and, of course, performed together. ‘Stahl auf Stahl’ is a powerful medieval metal banger and an exciting experiment for both WARKINGS and SUBWAY TO SALLY – one that can truly be called a success!”
WARKINGS add:
“Joining the legendary Eisheilige Nacht-tour with Subway to Sally is like marching into battle with the mightiest warriors by our side!
And to make it even more epic, we forged ‘Stahl auf Stahl’, an anthem of steel and fire that will echo through the halls of Valhalla—and every stage we conquer together. Bring your helmets, folks—this is gonna be wild!“
Not even two years have passed since the release of their previous record Himmelfahrt in 2023, and initially, the band had secretly planned for it to be their last album. With a symbolic title, the genre-defining force from Potsdam, Germany intended to close their over 30-year career with dignity. But things took a different turn. SUBWAY TO SALLY undeniably struck a chord with the times, and the response to Himmelfahrt was overwhelmingly positive from both fans and critics alike. After a tour with many sold-out shows, it became abundantly clear that their 14th album was not the final chapter. The album’s release unleashed an unstoppable sense of lightness and energy that sparked their creativity to such an extent that SUBWAY TO SALLY are now ready with their brand-new masterpiece, Post Mortem, following the fastest creative process in the band’s history.
The new masterpiece begins with the explosive track “Phönix”, which celebrates the creative rebirth of the folk metal institution. On Post Mortem, SUBWAY TO SALLY neither look back nor into the future, but rather deliver a sharp analysis of the present. Songs like “Wunder”, “Nero”, “Lumpensammler”, and “Die Erde bebt” offer the band’s signature soundscape while exploring socially critical themes without moralizing. This serious side is contrasted by captivating tracks that celebrate life and the simple joy of music. The anthemic title track “Post Mortem”, the rousing “Unter dem Banner”, and the poetic ballad “Herz in der Rinde” unleash an uncanny joy of playing. All songs unite the band’s familiar trademarks of great melodies and profound lyrics but never feel redundant. The haunting “Atlas” melancholically draws on Greek mythology, while the folk metallers showcase a heavier yet melodic side on “Stahl auf Stahl”. For this piece, they enlisted their labelmates Warkings as guest performers, whose power metal adds a unique flavor to the track. With English lyrics in the chorus, SUBWAY TO SALLY returns to their roots. With “Kummerkind”, the septet tackles mental struggles that many people cannot escape, once again proving their precise grasp of the zeitgeist.
SUBWAY TO SALLY comment:
“In this world of contradictions and changes, finding a voice seems difficult. But upon closer inspection, one finds parallels in history and art. What do Putin and Nero, Oppenheimer and Prometheus have in common? What rises from the ashes of Rome? Does history truly repeat itself – once as tragedy, the other time as farce?”
SUBWAY TO SALLY skillfully explores this tension between past, future, and present, art and political reality with their music, making it clear with Post Mortem that they are more alive than ever before.
Get your copy of Post Mortem HERE:
Post Mortem track listing:
1. Introitus
2. Phönix
3. Post mortem
4. Wunder
5. Nero
6. Unter dem Banner
7. Herz in der Rinde
8. Lumpensammler
9. Stahl auf Stahl
10. Atlas
11. Kummerkind
12. Eisheilige Nacht
13. Die Erde bebtPost Mortem will be available in the following formats:
1 LP Gatefold Liquid Black (Napalm Records mail order only – strictly limited)
1 LP Gatefold Splatter (Napalm Records mail order only – strictly limited)
2 CD with 24 pages mediabook + goblet (Napalm Records mail order only – limited)
1 CD Jewel Case + goblet (Napalm Records mail order only – limited)
1 LP Gatefold Black + goblet (Napalm Records mail order only – limited)
1 LP Gatefold Black
2 CD with 24 pages mediabook
1 CD Jewel Case
Digital Deluxe Album
Digital Album
Eisheilige Nacht 2024
w/ WARKINGS, Support: The O´Reillys & The Paddyhats + Harpyie
13.12.24 CH – Pratteln / Z7
14.12.24 DE – Stuttgart / Im Wizemann
20.12.24 DE – Dortmund / PLWM
21.12.24 DE – Giessen / Hessenhallen
22.12.24 DE – Dresden / Alter Schlachthof
26.12.24 DE – Braunschweig / MEG
27.12.24 DE – Würzburg / Posthalle
28.12.24 DE – Bielefeld / Lokschuppen
29.12.24 DE – Bremen / Pier 2
30.12.24 DE – Potsdam / Waschhaus
Post Mortem Tour 2025
Special Guests: Serenity, Blackbriar
25.04.25 DE – Osnabrück / Hyde Park
26.04.25 DE – Köln / Essigfabrik
30.04.25 DE – Leipzig / Anker
01.05.25 DE – Nurnberg / Löwensaal
02.05.25 DE – Heidelberg / Halle02
03.05.25 DE – Hannover / Pavillon
09.05.25 DE – Erfurt / Central Club
10.05.25 DE – Munich / Backstage
16.05.25 DE – Hamburg / Docks
17.05.25 DE – Berlin / Huxleys
Festivals 2024/2025
29. – 30.11.24 DE – Weissenhäuser Strand / Plage Noir
30.01.25 US – Miami / 70 000 Tons of Metal
SUBWAY TO SALLY are:
Eric Fish – Vocals, Flutes, Bagpipe
Ally Storch – Violin
Bodenski – Hurdy Gurdy, Acoustic Guitar, Vocals
Simon – Acoustic Guitars, Trumsheit, Vocals
Ingo Hampf – Guitar, Lute
Simon Michael – Drums, Percussion
Sugar Ray – Bass
SUBWAY TO SALLY online:
Website
Instagram
Facebook
Napalm Records
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