Absence Of The Sacred (Seeking Label)

About Me

Absence Of The Sacred (A.O.T.S.) was formed in early 2005 by Mike P. (Guitars/Vocals) and Hans (Drums). A.O.T.S. currently comprises of Mike P., Hans, Darren (Lead Guitars) and Mike K. (Bass Guitars), forming an international alliance of sonic devastation with members from Singapore, Indonesia and the United States.
A.O.T.S. has played in over sixty live shows locally and has emerged as a venue finalist in the World Battle of the Bands in Singapore, the first extreme death metal act in Singapore to ever reach that level in an international band competition.
A.O.T.S. has been active in major metal events in Singapore since late 2005 and have released their debut album â€œAtrocities That Birthed Abominationsâ€ in late 2006, which has garnered great reviews in local and foreign media. The album has received airplay in radio stations across the US, Europe and Asia.
In early 2007, A.O.T.S. obtained a proper residency in The Gas Haus (a local club and venue) for "Heart Of Darkness", a Jack Daniels-sponsored weekly event hosted by DJ Saito Nagasaki of Divine 9 and DJ X Ho of Lush 99.5FM and Radio Singapore. The event has since shifted to DXO at the Esplanade and is renamed as "Alternation". A.O.T.S. has since turned down the residency in lieu of schedule conflicts.
The band recorded a promotional EP in June 2007 for labels, and will be recording their sophomore effort entitled "Era Of The Apostate" at the end of 2007. The band is still looking for a suitable label to release this upcoming fury.
For a metal band that has existed for a period of less than three years, A.O.T.S. have established themselves well in the Asian region and soon to a wider international audience, an extreme force to be reckoned with.
To book A.O.T.S. for local shows, do contact Mark Koh of OUTBREED PRODUCTIONS at [email protected]
"Atrocities that Birthed Abominations sound fresh from the first track to the last. The entire album generates a post-apocalyptic atmosphere, dealing with the decline of humanity and how the world is just going down. Absence of the Sacred paints a picture of the "Abominations" that are spawned from our "Atrocities" in a chillingly effective manner, all the while escorted by the tight musicianship and sonic soundscapes." - Encyclopaedia Metallum
"Hailing from Singapore, Absence Of The Sacred proposes through this album a very good mix between Old School Death Metal, Melodic Death Thrash (like The Crown, old Dark Tranquillity...) and the whole atmosphere is tainted with a Black Metal mood. One thing that strikes during this cd is their very groovy force during all the tracks. The sound of the guitars reminds me a bit of some old Sigh...The main voice is very guttural and the first band to who we can think of is Avulsed. The album is very rich in breaks and in variations of melodies. The whole sounds very melodic but also thrashy. They give us a good revival of Death metal from the early 90s." - Yargla Webzine (FR)
"The raging Death Metal formation from Singapore, a full blitzkrieg assault of lethal proportions!" - Poetry Of The Dead Label and Distro (BEL)
"DAWN OF A DEAD AEON" VIDEO PREMIERE TRAILER
A SNIPPET FROM OUR VIDEO PREMIERE/ALBUM PRE-RELEASE SHOW
A.O.T.S. ON OURSTAGE.COM
A.O.T.S. OFFICIAL MYSPACE BANNER
A.O.T.S. FEATURED IN POETRY OF THE DEAD COMP. II AND III

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 3/9/2006
Band Members: Mike P. - All Vocals/Rhythm, Lead and Acoustic Guitars/Samples

Hans - Drums/Keyboards

Darren - Rhythm and Lead Guitars

Mike K. - Bass Guitars

*Mike P. uses a Dean Vendetta 3.0 exclusively for ABSENCE OF THE SACRED and IMPIETY.

Influences: The rising contempt for humanity and their vile and ignorant ways.

Listed below are bands of which have influenced our brand of music:

Atheist, Death, Testament, Slayer, Exodus, Metallica, Massacra, Sepultura, Sodom, Kreator, Carcass, Benediction, Disincarnate, Sinister, Vader, Hypocrisy, At The Gates, Darkane, The Crown, The Forsaken, Dew-Scented, The Haunted, Soilwork, Dark Tranquillity, Dimension Zero, Yyrkoon, Morbid Angel, Deicide, Impiety, Marduk, Emperor, Dissection, Dawn, Celtic Frost, Mercyful Fate, Opeth, Novembers Doom, Terrorizer, Brutal Truth, etc.
Sounds Like: The Onslaught of Armageddon
Type of Label: None

My Blog

New Interviews and Features on AOTS!

First of all, we would like to thank everyone who contributed to the success of our Video Premiere/Album Pre-launch Show, namely: Abby and Rahul of Lux-Solis.Net and Film Crew (video),...
Posted by Absence Of The Sacred (Seeking Label) on Fri, 07 Mar 2008 06:03:00 PST

"Dawn Of A Dead Aeon" Video Premiere Trailer Up!

Greetings Everyone!!! Our Video Premiere/Album Pre-Launch Show is getting closer by the day, and you can see the trailer of "Dawn Of A Dead Aeon" in our 'About Us' Section! We have to sincerely thank ...
Posted by Absence Of The Sacred (Seeking Label) on Tue, 26 Feb 2008 02:27:00 PST

Video Launch/Album pre-Launch shifted to MARCH 6th!!!

Greetings to all!! Do take note that our Video Launch/Album pre-Launch show would not be on Feb 28th anymore, but instead it will be pushed back to one week later on MARCH 6th (which happens to be my ...
Posted by Absence Of The Sacred (Seeking Label) on Wed, 13 Feb 2008 09:33:00 PST

Finalized Front Cover for "Era of the Apostate"!

Hi Everyone, This is the finalized cover art for "Era of the Apostate". I spent the entire night re-doing it to fit the concept of the new album, and I think this brings out the atmosphere well: Blac...
Posted by Absence Of The Sacred (Seeking Label) on Fri, 01 Feb 2008 02:10:00 PST

Metal Hammer magazine mini-coverage

When I heard from some friends yelling about us appearing in the new issue of Metal Hammer, I honestly thought it must've been a prank and could only be convinced by seeing it for myself. Here's ...
Posted by Absence Of The Sacred (Seeking Label) on Thu, 24 Jan 2008 11:27:00 PST

Youve Got Questions? Weve Got Answers!

Greetings Everyone,We have put up "Empires of the Fallen", which is just a rough mix from the entire album that is currently being mastered as we speak. This new album sums up the feelings of desolati...
Posted by Absence Of The Sacred (Seeking Label) on Tue, 15 Jan 2008 09:58:00 PST

New Album Almost Done, Video Launch Imminent!

Hi Everyone,I'm pleased to report that our new album, "Era of the Apostate" is 90% completed. It should be ready for the masses by mid-January 2008, and we are looking for a suitable label to release ...
Posted by Absence Of The Sacred (Seeking Label) on Sat, 29 Dec 2007 10:45:00 PST

AOTS Video Premiere/Pre-Album Launch Postponed!

Hi Everyone, Unfortunately we can't make the Video Premiere/Pre-Album Launch Show happen due to unforeseen circumstances. Both Mike K. and Wendy aren't able to play on that day, and our friends in OSH...
Posted by Absence Of The Sacred (Seeking Label) on Thu, 20 Dec 2007 12:27:00 PST

Recording Update + Inception Of The New Bassist!

Hi Everyone! We at the ABSENCE OF THE SACRED camp have been working extremely hard on the upcoming album as of late. So far, we have tracked the drums, guitars, vocals at TNT Music and tracked the key...
Posted by Absence Of The Sacred (Seeking Label) on Mon, 17 Dec 2007 09:59:00 PST

Blabbermouth Press Release and Recording Update!

Hi Everyone, Our Official Press Release for "Era Of The Apostate" is now on Blabbermouth.net! http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx? mode=Article&newsitemID=86598 As for Recor...
Posted by Absence Of The Sacred (Seeking Label) on Wed, 12 Dec 2007 07:20:00 PST