THE HALO EFFECT covers DANZIG’s “How The Gods Kill” – Metal Injection

The Halo Effect has been making quite an impact lately. They recently dropped their latest album, March Of The Unheard, in January and are wasting no time with a cover of Danzig’s “How The Gods Kill” from the iconic 1992 album Danzig III: How the Gods Kill.

Vocalist Mikael Stanne of The Halo Effect shares his admiration for the early Danzig albums, stating that they introduced him to a whole new perspective on the potential of rock and metal. He highlights Glenn’s vocals and lyrics as being particularly influential on his journey as a vocalist and lyricist.

Interestingly, the press release teasing the cover song ends with a cliffhanger, leaving fans to wonder if more covers are on the horizon from the band. Regardless, fans can catch The Halo Effect at various tour dates listed, spanning from Greece to Japan later this year.

The upcoming shows include the Rockwave Festival in Thessaloniki, Greece, the Tuska Festival in Helsinki, Finland, as well as appearances at venues in Germany, Spain, the Czech Republic, Luxembourg, Romania, and Japan. The band’s packed schedule also features support for Machine Head in Luxembourg, making it clear that they are keeping busy and hitting the stage around the world.

If the cover of “How The Gods Kill” is anything to go by, fans can expect a dynamic and exciting performance from The Halo Effect. With their deep appreciation for classic metal acts like Danzig, it’s clear that their live shows are bound to be filled with energy and passion for the music they love.

For those who can’t catch them live, The Halo Effect is also keeping fans engaged with new releases like the Japan-only bonus track “Not Yet Broken.” This extra content entices listeners to dive deeper into their catalog of melodic death metal and showcases their versatility as a band.

The Halo Effect continues to impress and excite fans with their dedication to their craft and their unique take on classic metal sounds. With their latest cover and upcoming tour dates, they are proving to be a force to be reckoned with in the metal scene and are definitely a band to keep an eye on for the future.