Manchester stoner psych rockers RITUAL KING release “The Futureworks Sessions” live album on Ripple Music; two new videos available!

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Manchester’s finest purveyors of stoner blues and heavy psychedelia RITUAL KING release the “The Futureworks Sessions” live album on all streaming platforms in collaboration with Californian label Ripple Music today. Watch two new videos taken from the recording sessions now! 

“A journey that transcends musical boundaries.” Hellfire Magazin
“They bring a synergy to the two sets of material and are infused with the raw spirit that makes watching a band lost in their own environment so real and authentic.” The Sleeping Shaman

Stream Ritual King’s new live album “The Futureworks Sessions“
+ watch new videos Valleys and Headspace

This electrifying new collection entitled “The Futureworks Sessions” captures the raw energy and dynamic sound that have made the Manchester-based trio renowned within the modern stoner rock scene. Recorded at Futureworks Studios in Manchester, the album showcases a selection of standout tracks from their first two full-length albums, reimagined and brought to life in a live studio setting. “The Futureworks Sessions” is a celebration of Ritual King’s musical journey and marks five years since the release of their self-titled debut album. Blending their signature blend of heavy riffs, soulful melodies, and intricate grooves. The intimate yet powerful recording setting of Futureworks Studios adds an organic depth and authenticity, transporting listeners straight into the room with the band.

With Ripple Music’s unwavering commitment to showcasing the finest in heavy and progressive rock, this release is a testament to Ritual King’s relentless passion and artistry. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the band, “The Futureworks Sessions” offers an unmissable opportunity to experience the magic of Ritual King at their most inspired.

RITUAL KING “The Futureworks Sessions”
Available now on Ripple Music (digital only)

TRACKLIST:
1. Flow State
2. Worlds Divide
3. No Compromise
4. Landmass
5. Headspace
6. The Infinite Mirror
7. Valleys
Ritual King emerged from Manchester’s underground metal scene in 2016, driven by a shared passion for crafting a sound that defied easy categorisation. Drawing from classic hard rock, progressive psych, folk, and the gritty underpinnings of stoner rock, they forged a style that is both immersive and electrifying—equal parts meditative and mosh-worthy.

Renowned for their dynamic live performances, Ritual King has been relentlessly touring the UK and Europe since 2017, sharing stages with bands like Weedpecker, Atomic Bitchwax, Nebula, and Colour Haze. Their high-energy shows and electrifying musicianship have earned them a reputation as a must-see live act, with standout performances at festivals such as Freak Valley Festival in Germany.

2024 saw them expand their touring footprint even further, hitting the road with 1000Mods across the UK in April, supporting The Obsessed on another UK run in August, and embarking on a European tour with Scorpion Child in October. Their latest album, The Infinite Mirror, released in November 2023, marks a bold new chapter in their sonic evolution. Blending intricate songwriting with expansive atmospheres and raw intensity, the record showcases Ritual King at their most dynamic and forward-thinking yet.

From the raw and visceral Earthrise EP (2018) to the riff-heavy explorations of their 2020 self-titled debut, and now the immersive landscapes of The Infinite Mirror, Ritual King continues to push their sound in new directions. Each release is an invitation into their world—one where musical conventions are challenged, and listeners are encouraged to lose themselves in the vastness of their sonic vision.

RITUAL KING links
Website⎪Facebook⎪Bandcamp⎪Instagram⎪Spotify

RIPPLE MUSIC links
Website⎪Facebook⎪Bandcamp⎪Instagram
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