Nile drummer George Kollias has a new solo album titled “Invictus” in the works for a May 19th release date on Season Of Mist. Eleven tracks and four bonus songs appear on the effort, which also features some notable guest appearances. A stream of one track featuring such appearance went online today via Lambgoat. That track is titled “Shall Rise/Shall Be Dead” and features a cameo from Rotting Christ guitarist George Emmanuel. Kollias said of “Invictus“:
“This solo project contains exactly what the word ‘solo’ describes: one musician writing all music and lyrics as well as performing all the instruments, while inviting some guests to join. At first I composed some songs in order to support my 2 drum DVDs, but thanks to the support and demand from all the fans out there it turned into a full album over time. I can honestly say the only reason I have recorded this album is the fans asked for this to happen. I am happy that I did it and more excited than ever for the future of this project!
I enjoyed recording it more than anything. I have got some great plans and want to get out there and play this album live as soon as possible too! I also had to pleasure to have some really important guests, which made this album even more special to me. I guarantee that this is only the beginning!”
“This album is not only about drums, although I made sure that my drumming is absolutely out of control. It is all about music and that is it. I have made my solo record with a lot of passion and dedication for all the fans out there and I feel blessed to have some of my best friends appearing as guests on it. ‘Invictus’ turned out exactly in the way as I had wished for and I can assure you that this is just the beginning! There are a lot of great things to come!”
