Kristian Montgomery and the Winterkill Band’s New EP Review

By Anita Stewart, Managing Editor

February 12, 2025

Title: “Prophets of the Apocalypse”

Release Date: March 15, 2025

Kristian Montgomery and the Winterkill Band, originally from eastern Massachusetts and now from the Green Mountains of Vermont is a favorite here at Rock at Night, and the lead artist is a prolific and very talented songwriter. We have reviewed this band’s five albums and Kristian has written a total of 67 songs in five years–he’s been busy! You can check out the previous write-ups right HERE.

Prophets of the Apocalypse, the band’s sixth offering has five songs that are a departure from the country-rock, roots rock, Americana feel of Kristian’s previous songs and the band’s recording style. This EP will drop on March 15th. “Leaving Texas” is the first single and it was released a few weeks ago. The EP was recorded at the Underground Studios in Randolph, Vermont with help from producer Vincent Freeman and artists included: Jake Hill on bass and keys, James Pesler on drums, John Clark on guitars and Kristian doing vocals and guitars.

From Kristian, “…the EP is the deconstruction of goodbyes and the promise of love.”

Other tracks: “Rock That Doesn’t Roll Clean,” “Bitch Done Broke,” “Cold Day in Hell,” and “Foolish Devil.”

Rock at Night says: “Kristian’s songwriting has really blossomed into more of a rock and roll vibe with tinges of Country and Americana throughout. The lyrics are about relationships gone wrong and boundaries being set with lots of hooks and smooth vocals for emphasis. I loved Bitch Done Broke and the guitar work on every song. Can’t wait to hear these songs on the radio soon as this band is already getting regular radio rotation in Denmark, Kristian’s second home!”

Check out the band’s website and socials linked below for the most updated information on upcoming events and merch when the EP drops.

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Anita grew up in a rock and roll radio station that her father owned and has a musical family. Spent a few years singing back up. Now sings in the shower! She is a USAF veteran and was elected to local office and worked as staff on three presidential campaigns as a Social Media and Virtual Outreach expert. Plays a variety of musical instruments including ukulele and she loves drum circles. Her favorite music genres are all of them--Alternative to Zydeco. Promotes bands and independent artists through ANITA STEWART PROMOTIONS. She also brought SOFAR SOUNDS to Tampa. When she is not writing, she is knitting, painting, attending concerts and live music jams and exploring nature with her camera. She has recently retired but no rocking chair for her! She has been reporting for Rock at Night since 2014.

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