German thrash metallers Exumer released their fourth album, The Raging Tides, on January 29th via Metal Blade Records. An official video for the track “Catatonic” can be found below.

The clip was filmed and directed by David Thelen during Exumer's European tour in January/February and captures the dark lyrical themes of the song, portraying the psychological manifestations of physical torture and abuse.

Vocalist Mem V. Stein explains: "We were compelled to use this track as our first clip from the new album because the song sums up the overall concept behind the record very well. 'Catatonic' is also different as it is a mid-tempo cut, but yet just as hard-hitting as any of our fast songs - or even harder in a sense. We were able to create a visually daring piece with the help of our director and his crew, while exploring new techniques for us, working with an actor on the set for the first time."

Recorded with producer/engineer Waldemar Soychta at Waldstreet Sound in Dortmund, Germany, The Raging Tides is a deliberate and violent thrash attack that stays true to the band's 30 year legacy. Conceptually and lyrically, vocalist Mem V. Stein has based the bulk of the record around human suffering - specifically "caused by torture or other means for political, religious, or personal gain for the individuals/organizations who inflict the pain," Stein asserts. Inspired by a wide range of books and articles, the title of the album itself, according to Stein, "represents the ebb and flow of human misery and despair around the globe."

Tracklisting:

“The Raging Tides”
“Brand Of Evil”
“Catatonic”
“Sacred Defense”
“Welcome To Hellfire”
“Sinister Souls”
“Shadow Walker”
“There Will Always Be Blood”
“Dark Reflections”
“Death Factory”
“Forever My Queen” (Pentagram cover, bonus track)
“Hostage To Heaven” (Grip Inc. cover, bonus track featuring Rob Dukes, Waldemar Sorychta, Markus Freiwald)

“Catatonic” video:

"Sinister Souls”:

“The Raging Tides”:

Exumer tour dates:

July
7 - Fredericia, Denmark - Metal Magic Festival
9 - Oulu, Finland - Jalometalli Festival

August
26 - Hinte/Suurhusen, Germany - Coast Rock

September
16 - Puchersreuth, Germany - Stormcrusher Festival