photo by Alon Levin
After 25 years of musical exploration and boundary-pushing creativity, long-running Israeli progressive/alt metal outfit Subterranean Masquerade begins a bold new chapter having officially changed its name to SUBMASQ. By shortening its name to SUBMASQ, the band marks an evolution that reflects both its legacy and its future.
While SUBMASQ continues to complete their impending new album – the follow-up to their acclaimed Mountain Fever LP, released in 2021 via The Lasers Edge Group’s metal label Sensory Records – this week the band unveils their first release with the truncated moniker: A new cover EP titled Oedipus. The EP features three reimagined songs, all revolving around the shared theme of mothers, including Danzig’s “Mother,” Rammstein’s “Mutter,” and Genesis’ “Mama.” Produced and rearranged by SUBMASQ, Oedipus was mixed and mastered by Arie Aranovich.
Speaking about the release, the band explains, “We love making covers. We wanted to make something special for our followers just before the official new album arrives. We know it takes time, but we want to do it right—so in the meantime, this EP, all rocking and rolling, is for you.”
Reflecting on the name change and the road ahead, the band’s founder Tomer Pink adds, “I’ve been doing Subterranean Masquerade since I was a teenager. Today – twenty-five years after, a father to two kids – it’s time to move forward to something more exciting and fitting who we are today. I’m thrilled to share new music with you guys. This is going to be legendary.”
The first preview of SUBMASQ’s Oedipus arrives with their cover of Danzig’s “Mother,” now streaming everywhere including through a lyric video for the song playing RIGHT HERE.
Oedipus will be released on all digital platforms Friday, February 13th. Preorders are up at Bandcamp HERE. An official video and more will post alongside the rest of the EP in the days ahead.
With the new name comes a new professional chapter as well. SUBMASQ has signed with Nick Grima Management and is preparing to announce extensive European touring throughout 2026 and 2027.
SUBMASQ carries the spirit of Subterranean Masquerade into the future—refined, reenergized, and focused on what comes next. Watch for further developments to be announced shortly.
Oedipus Track Listing:
1. Mother (Danzig cover)
2. Mutter (Rammstein cover)
3. Mama (Genesis cover)
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