Italian doom band Messa signs with Metal Blade Records

Italian doom band Messa have joined the ranks of Metal Blade Records. The band will celebrate the occasion by touring across Europe later this year.

The band’s music combines captivating vocals, 70s guitars and Arabic oud music, creating a unique soundscape. The band’s influences range from Dead Can Dance to Electric Wizard and their sound has evolved from their earlier occult doom metal to a new, more airy Mediterranean sound. This evolution is particularly evident in their latest studio album “Close”, released in 2022.

“We’re glad to announce we’ve joined forces with legendary Metal Blade Records. We are beyond stoked to become part of the incredible legacy of this label, marking their catalog with our music. Since 1982 Metal Blade has put fundamental metal artists on the map, and being in this labels’ roster is a big honor for us. We can’t wait to share some glimpses of what we are working on! In the meantime you can catch our live shows in the following European cities, list below.”

Says the band about their deal.

Messa was formed in early 2014 when Marco and Sara started working on their first songs. Later, Alberto and Rocco joined in. The band’s diverse musical background has been a key factor in building their sound. Their first album “Belfry” was released in 2016, after which they toured extensively in Europe and the US. Released in 2018, “Feast For Water” further expanded their touring.

The band’s latest album “Close” has been praised for its ability to bridge the past, present and future of doom metal. Messa has performed at several major festivals, including Hellfest Open Air and Desert Fest. Their latest release “Live At Roadburn” was released in April 2023. The band also performed at Kuudennella Linja in Helsinki last year.

Messa European tour 2024:

Thursday 17/10/2024 CH Martigny Sunset
Friday 18/10/2024 DE Freiburg Artik Club
Saturday 19/10/2024 DE Braunschweig Kufa Haus
Sunday 20/10/2024 BE Antwerp Desertfest
Monday 21/10/2024 DE Aachen AZ
Tuesday 22/10/2024 DE Berlin Cassiopeia
Wednesday 23/10/2024 PL Warsaw VooDoo
Thursday 24/10/2024 PL Poznan 2Progi
Friday 25/10/2024 DE Chemnitz AJZ
Saturday 26/10/2024 DE Hamburg Lazy Bones
Sunday 27/10/2024 NL Maastricht Samhain Festival
Saturday 9/11/2024 ITA Catania Catania Tattoo convention
Friday 13/12/2024 AT Linz Kapu
Saturday 14/12/2024 DE Stuttgart Hellgart Festival