#Review
"Between horrific sounds and vintage influences, Pale Horse Ritual distills a warm sound that is sometimes distressing but always heavy. Diabolic Formation is the worthy heir to the 70s’ smoking Stoner, enhanced with interesting occult touches."
75/100
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Dont forget to hit the Volcano with @palehorseritual before you check out their new album when it releases Nov 28 😵💫
“With Diabolic Formation, the band continues to sharpen their vision, crafting a record that explores the darker corners of belief, power, and the struggle to reclaim autonomy in a world built to obscure it,” shared Progressive Rock journal on Pale Horse Ritual’s brand new album release.
Experience Diabolic Formation on vinyl and add a striking LP design to your collection – limited edition vinyl copies of Diabolic Formation are available now to order on the Black Throne web store in three eye-catching variants: Morning Star, Blood Demon, and Black Flame.
Pale Horse Ritual’s debut full-length album comes after officially forming in 2024 by lifelong musical partners Paco (Bass and Vocals) and Jonah Santa-Barbara (Drums); teaming up with Cannabus frontman/lead guitarist James Matheson (Lead Guitar). Later that fall, they headed into the studio to record what would become Diabolic Formation with producer/musician Will Adams (Sun Below, The Electric Cactus); who would later join the band on rhythm guitar/backing vocals.
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NOW STREAMING - "Canadian heavy psych doomers PALE HORSE RITUAL return with “Holy Lies”, the latest single from their forthcoming album Diabolic Formation, arriving November 28 through Black Throne Productions.
Bold and unflinching, the song pulls no punches as it confronts centuries of religious power structures and the human cost left in their wake.
“Holy Lies” lays bare the contradictions between immense spiritual wealth and real-world suffering. Its lyrics push against the hierarchy and fear tactics often used to enforce obedience, shining a harsh light on the ways control is cloaked in sanctity.
At the heart of the track is a call for equity and liberation. It is an insistence that no one is born to kneel." - @csquaredmm2
DIABOLIC FORMATION is due for release on November 28 - get your copy today! Hit the link in the bio to subscribe to our newsletter for more info
Filming by @jeffburbz at @bovinesexclub - Sep 13, 2025
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You’re listening to Pale Horse Ritual sharing the details behind the stunning vinyl variants of their upcoming album DIABOLIC FORMATION with @richandturbosheavyhalfhour
Thanks to @rich.piva and Turbo for having the guys on for S2E65! They covered a ton of info from the variants provided by @precisionpressing , to gear and production at @greenmountainranchca , other local bands and the front cover art by @deliriavision
Stick around for more! DIABOLIC FORMATION releases Nobember 28 🤘
Don’t forget to pre-order your limited edition vinyl copy of DIABOLIC FORMATION now at blackthroneproductions.com
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It’s been one week since the release of Pale Horse Ritual’s latest single, “BLOODY DEMON,” a preview of the Hamilton stoner/doom/heavy psych band's upcoming full-length album, DIABOLIC FORMATION, arriving on November 28, 2025.
Pale Horse Ritual’s debut full-length album comes after officially forming in 2024 by lifelong musical partners Paco (Bass and Vocals) and Jonah Santa-Barbara (Drums); teaming up with Cannabus frontman/lead guitarist James Matheson (Lead Guitar). Later that fall, they headed into the studio to record what would become Diabolic Formation with producer/musician Will Adams (Sun Below, The Electric Cactus); who would later join the band on rhythm guitar/backing vocals partway through the making of the album.
Don’t forget to pre-order your limited edition vinyl copy of DIABOLIC FORMATION now at blackthroneproductions.com
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Check out “WICKEDNESS,” the NEW SINGLE & MUSIC VIDEO from @palehorseritual out now via the Black Throne YouTube channel and on all streaming services!
This video was expertly crafted by @darkspritevideos and perfectly sets the tone to officially begin the album release cycle for their upcoming record.
Hit up the BTP YouTube channel now!
Album presale is available now on the Black Throne Productions webstore!
Recorded & Mixed by @willadams_ at @tellmeaboutitrecords
Mastered by @zhollowov9 at @zhollowstudios
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Hail,
Pre sales for our newly announced album "Diabolic Formation" are now live, and release is set for November 28th,2025. Grab one of the vinyl variants now at the @black_throne_productions Store.
You can also go check out the first single "Wickedness" out on all streaming platforms, Bandcamp, and check out Music Video in YouTube on @666mr_doom and @black_throne_productions
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Impromptu mid tour late night post show jam/writing sesh.. working on some new @doomboyz with @luvernious_music featuring #guest appearances by @lipsticksignature and one of our awesome new Canadian friends from the epic @palehorseritual@willadams_ 🎶✨
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show announcement 🤘@palehorseritual performing live @thequeenshotel in #barrie June 29/25🤘doors 5:30pm presented by @garyfrombarrie1 & @black_throne_booking 🤘 full line up in comments🤘#peterinthefrontrow supporting the passion and creativity of bands & musicians while capturing unforgettable experiences of live music to transform and uplift us all🤘
Hail,
We will be in Barrie at @thequeensnightclub with @acidmammoth@doomboyz and @aawksband .
This is a once in a blue moon kind of lineup, so don't miss it!
Artwork by @deliriavision
Brought to you by:
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