Blood Enslaved

Inspired by the painting "Full Moon Dinner" by Jakub Rozalski, which depicts a female vampire floating over the bloody carcass of of one of her victims, “Blood Enslaved” portrays a story of insatiable bloodlust, drawing parallels to the grip of addiction and its destructive effects.

Imagine coming across deadly beauty hovering placidly over the bloody mess of a victim. You are struck by her beauty as she slowly turns to face you. Looking down at the carnage below you realize it’s too late.

In 2023, Moonskin signed with Rexius Records, ready to share more of its dark, immersive soundscapes with the world.

The Immortal Embrace

Imagine a peaceful countryside in the dead of night, quiet, sleeping. Silvery shadows of moonlight weave through the ancient vines, casting a haunting glow upon the stillness. Yet, beneath the tranquil surface, a malevolent force stirs, a nightmare that glides over the unsuspecting realm.

The air becomes thick with a palpable sense of dread as the inhabitants, once living in blissful ignorance, now find themselves entwined in an invisible nightmare they could never have fathomed. A cursed being, thousands of years old, vampiric in nature begins a reign of terror.

"I am all that you need," it whispers to on the wind, a promise or a threat, as the nightmare unfurls its tendrils, reaching into the very core of the once-tranquil land. The being takes a victim under its wing as a slave, a thrall, granting the gift, or the curse, of immortal life. The malevolence continues, unseen and feared, a feast for the unclean.

Moonskin is Northern Dark Melodic Metal from Canada.


Taking inspiration from the dark eeriness of the forest at night, the music is a combination of symphonic and melodic death metal sound, with groove and black metal influences, culminating in a rhythmic and intellectually focused sonic landscape.

The music and lyrics delve into a wide range of emotion and explore fantastical concepts of the supernatural, lycanthropy, high fantasy, and horror; touching on exploration, loss, healing, ascension, power, life and death. With musical influences like In Flames, Children of Bodom, Meshuggah, Lamb of God and Six Feet Under, for fans of the melodic metal genre Moonskin is certain to please.

Moonskin began in 2009 as an idea of being a place for exploration of musical concepts that were outside the scope of Northwind (Kris North’s former band). Kris, Moonskin’s founder, had written nearly an albums worth of material that was yet unused and thus the album concept for Lycanthropy was born. Over nearly a decade of work at a leisurely pace the first (fun) track was released in 2017. ” Blakkr Jarn Burdr Daggr” or atramentous observance of diurnal course, or black metal happy birthday is a happy birthday song done as a tribute to black metal.

Subsequent single releases followed. “Melody for the Grey” (2019), is a melodic and melancholy look at loss, grief, healing, and holding ones head high and rising to life's challenge. Lycanthropy (2020), is a Meshuggah like grinding, energetic, track about Lycanthropy and the bloody, grisly, horror of a Lycanthrope enslaved by the moon’s insatiable bloodlust, rampaging through the darkened woods on a moonlit night causing death and destruction to all he encounters.

Moonskin’s first full length EP release, “Lunar Ascendence” (2022) is a dark look at subjugation, oppression, war, lycanthropy, duality: logic and instinct, the conscious and unconscious mind, temptation and restraint, reinvention, rebuilding and revenge.

A forthcoming full length album (release date yet undetermined), “Lycanthropy” is a rich drawing from many styles across the metal genre and focusses on telling a high fantasy tale about a town haunted by a Lycanthrope and the horror, gore, adventure, chaos, and transcendence that ensue.

Imagine walking through a dark forest at night, a rich smell of pine on a gentle breeze rustling the trees. A large, sadistic, haunting moon glares down at you through gnarled tree branches. Your hair starts to rise as you hear the far off howl of a lone wolf. You shudder as thankfully it is so far off. The shudder turns to panic as you hear an answering chorus, this time closer, and from all around you. You realize there is something standing outlined in the darkness, watching you from the hill ahead. Something eight feet tall, heavily muscled, and with the head of a wolf…… This is the music of Moonskin.

“Blood Enslaved” - An Insatiable Thirst

Moonskin’s Powerful New Song

Melodic death metal band Moonskin is set to release its haunting new single, "Blood Enslaved," on August 16th. Echoing the sounds of bands like Dark Tranquillity and Amon Amarth, this chilling track’s vivid lyrics weave a story about vampirism and supernatural terror.

Inspired by the painting "Full Moon Dinner" by Jakub Rozalski, which depicts a female vampire floating over one of its victims, “Blood Enslaved” portrays a story of insatiable bloodlust, drawing parallels to the grip of addiction and its destructive effects.

The track was written and produced by Kris Kolesnikoff, the mastermind behind Moonskin, and mixed and mastered by Mats Eriksson at BoomBridge Studios. The song’s nightmarish and chilling soundscape features the powerful drumming of Nik Molson.

Moonskin is known for creating music that channels the essence of primal human terror, exploring the darkest shadows of the mind and delving into supernatural forces within fantasy and humanity’s soul. The band was founded in 2009 and has released various singles and an EP since its 2017 debut.

In 2023, Moonskin signed with Rexius Records, ready to share more of its dark, immersive soundscapes with the world.

Don’t miss the release of "Blood Enslaved" on August 16th and immerse yourself in its powerful sound and haunting imagery.

Dark Melodic Metal Act Moonskin Unleashes "THE Immortal Embrace" - A Symphony of Nightmarish Horror

Kelowna, BC, January 29, 2024 - Emerging from the depths of Metal scene, Moonskin announces their latest sonic creation, "The Immortal Embrace." This single is a haunting tale of a malevolent vampiric force inflicting unseen horror across a peaceful countryside. The single explores concepts of enslavement and the haunting juxtaposition that the line between a gift and curse is slim. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Rammstein, Rob Zombie, and Six Feet Under, Moonskin promises a relentless blend of melodic, doom, and industrial metal that will captivate and chill listeners to their core.

As the successor to their first EP, "Lunar Ascendence," Moonskin continues to push the boundaries of their sound. "The Immortal Embrace" weaves a tale of terror through relentless riffs, industrial beats, and ominous melodies. Vocalist and guitarist Kris North, the creative force behind Moonskin, describes the single as a musical journey inspired by the darkest corners of the human psyche.

"The concept of 'The Immortal Embrace' delves into the chilling narrative of a vampiric force that creeps unseen across a tranquil countryside, inflicting a horrific nightmare upon its unsuspecting victims," shares Kris. "This song is an exploration of the eternal struggle between the allure of supernatural gifts and the harrowing curses they bring. It explores the complexities of vampirism, enslavement, and the inherent duality in all things – the good and the evil, the price we pay for power."

Fans of melodic and industrial metal and those seeking a musical odyssey into the realms of fantasy and darkness can immerse themselves in the captivating sounds of "The Immortal Embrace." The single was released on January 31, 2024, and is available on all major streaming platforms.

For press inquiries, interviews, or promotional materials, please contact: Moonskin at: moonskinofficial@gmail.com