Metal powerhouse, Lions At The Gate, proudly announce the release of their explosive new single, “Burn The Candle”, which arrives alongside a visually striking music video directed by Vicente Cordero. This marks the band’s first official unveiling since signing with Reigning Phoenix Music. The track delivers a sharpened edge, renewed urgency, and a bold declaration of what fans can expect from the band’s next era, set to unfold in 2026.
Stream “Burn The Candle” here.
Frontman Cristian Machado on the song’s meaning: “‘Burn The Candle’ is a song about the divide being driven into our societies. Hatred is being normalized right in front of our eyes. No one is immune to it, we are being fed constant direction to build fortresses around our hearts because it’s a war out there, and so lead your ego into battle. This song yells out to people, divided we are like sheep waiting to be led to a slaughter. So proudly we wave the triple-edged sword driven into the side of humanity: greed, pride, lust. I know eventually we open our eyes, but for how much longer will we burn the candle at both ends.”
Of the signing, Reigning Phoenix Music co-founder Gerardo Martinez states: “We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Lions At The Gate to the roster. With their deep-rooted legacy, fearless sound and bold vision, they embody exactly the kind of creative force we’re proud to support. Their debut album showed what happens when raw emotion meets uncompromising craftsmanship and we could not be more excited to help amplify what’s coming next.”
The partnership with Reigning Phoenix Music marks a milestone moment for Lions At The Gate, who enter this new phase with sharpened purpose and an unrelenting creative fire. “Burn The Candle” serves as the first spark of what is to come as the band builds toward an ambitious release cycle in 2026. Watch the new video clip below.
About Lions At The Gate:
Nestled in the creative heart of Los Angeles, Lions At The Gate features an ensemble of seasoned musicians, including vocalist Cristian Machado, formerly of Ill Niño, alongside guitarists Diego Verduzco and Ahrue Luster, whose past stints with Ill Niño and Machine Head have seasoned their artistry. They are joined by drummer Josh Cuadra. Together, they burst onto the music scene with their electrifying debut single “Not Even Human”, which rocketed to #3 on the Apple Metal charts, followed by “Bed of Nails”, celebrated for its widespread acclaim on Billboard. Their debut album, The Excuses We Cannot Make, launched in August 2023, marking a bold new chapter and debuting on Billboard’s Top 100, Top New Artists, and Heatseekers charts.
As they leave their past projects behind, these artists fully embrace their creative freedom and fresh inspiration. Machado’s vocals are at their peak, masterfully blending grace and aggression, while the expert instrumentation of Verduzco, Luster, and Cuadra add dynamic layers and enhance the emotional impact of each note. The band maintains its signature heavy dynamics, anchored by powerful choruses that perfectly complement the robust rhythms of their music.
Lions At The Gate are:
Cristian Machado — vocals
Diego Verduzco — rhythm guitar
Ahrue Luster — lead guitar
Josh Cuadra — drums / percussion
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