Band: Hellripper
Song: “Mortercheyn”
Director: David Gregory
Album: Coronach
Release Date: March 27th, 2026
Label: Century Media Records
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Speaking of the single, band mastermind James McBain shares:
“Much like the previously released ‘Kinchyle (Goatkraft and Granite)’, the lyrics on this track come from a more personal place. The title itself is a little nod to a track on the previous album, The Nuckelavee, and mortercheyn is said to be the disease spread by the creature in its wake. It is a contagious and lethal sickness that primarily affects horses, and is used in the song to represent the decay and downfall of the world.
Musically, ‘Mortercheyn’ is a crust track at its core, drenched in a sinister atmosphere that lies between the black metal vibe of Watain and the raw aggression of bands like Martyrdöd and Skitsystem. Hints of Whiplash and Agent Steel are clearly evident in the guitar work and are paired with some uncomfortable ambience inspired by the likes of Aphex Twin and Venetian Snares. On the surface, it may feel like one of the less ‘complex’ songs on the album, but I think there’s quite a lot going on throughout.”