Alt-Pop Trio Exploring Birdsong Reveal Video for New Single "Romanticise" + Announce 2026 Tour

Exploring Birdsong are stepping into a new era with their stunning single "Romanticise," released today via Long Branch Records.

Stream "Romanticise" here. 

Watch the video below. 

The trio has also announced a 2026 UK headline tour. Catch Exploring Birdsong at the following locations.

9/23 — Glasgow, UK — Classic Grand
9/24 — London, UK — Islington Assembly Hall
9/25 — Bristol, UK —  Strange Brew
9/26 — Manchester, UK — Gorilla 

Exploring Birdsong are headlining London's St Pancras Old Church tonight, November 5, and tomorrow, November 6. After the first date sold out in two minutes, the band added a second. This also sold out in minutes, underlining the breathless excitement building around the group.

"'Romanticise' is centered around a relationship plagued by toxicity," the band shares. "Written from the perspective of the perpetrator, lyrically it depicts the needless and unnecessary frustration and anger shown towards their partner. The chorus had to be catchy. This was written first, and as the writing process developed and lyrical content was formed, we wanted the breakdown section to match the chaotic and aggressive nature of the lyrics."

The band continues. "The opening line to the chorus is a sarcastic jab at the protagonist's partner — 'You could romanticise a car wreck at eighty' — it illustrates their frustration at a tenaciously positive outlook, and is followed by 'Would you anatomise the way I'm behaving?,' shifting the blame from themselves as if their behavior is being overly scrutinized when questioned. The song is written, unfortunately, from personal experience."

The alt-pop trio, centered on Lynsey Ward's stunning vocals, showcase a richer and more expansive element with their newest effort — a mature evolution from the organic rawness of their piano-led roots. Despite the shift in sound first signaled with the acclaimed 2024 singles "The Collapse," "Weight in Gold," "All I Lack," and "Stitch," the three-piece has not sacrificed any of the emotional intimacy or genre-blending beauty that sets them apart.

The voice of Ward (also of Espera), mixed with the talents of Jonny Knight (bass + keyboards) and Matt Harrison (drums), help forge a truly unique approach to songwriting and modern heavy music. 

Previously, the band has supported Katatonia and Sleep Token as well as a main stage appearance at RADAR and Euroblast festival. Straddling pop, progressive rock, and uncategorizable genre-blending beauty, the band is mostly unplaceable, but "Romanticise" suggests flashes of Everything Everything's inventiveness, the dramatic flair of Kate Bush, and the synth-heavy intensity of Enter Shikari — whilst remaining uniquely Exploring Birdsong.

EXPLORING BIRDSONG ARE:
Lynsey Ward — Vocals, Piano
Jonny Knight — Bass, Synthesizers
Matt Harrison — Drums, Percussion

Status Quo's Francis Rossi Announces "The Accidental" Out 1/30

The Accidental by Francis Rossi, releasing by earMUSIC on January 30 on CD, LP, and Digital formats, comes as something of a surprise.

It was certainly a surprise to Francis, who had no plans to record an album. "This truly came out of nowhere," says Rossi. "I spend my life in and out of the studio, rehearsing, tinkering, but something happened earlier this year and, before I knew it, we had created something special."

While Rossi's previous solo albums explored his love for acoustic ballads, vocal harmonies, and the blend of British rock with country influences, this album, his first in seven years, marks a true return to the energetic, guitar-driven sound that made him a legend with Status Quo.

The Accidental sees Francis Rossi playing to his strengths, but taking risks, cutting loose, and exploring new territory — this album is all about old bones and fresh blood.

The fresh blood in question comes largely from Hiran Ilangantilike, a guitarist who was originally a school friend of one of Francis' children, and co-producer Andy Brook. What became the sessions for The Accidental was initially born of just plugging in and making some serious noise, but something clicked in the studio. Lightning was indeed bottled: There was a swing and a groove, and the songs started pouring out. With John "Rhino'"Edwards and Leon Cave later laying down the bass and drums parts, and Amy Smith again bringing an extra dimension on back-up vocals, this became a project with a bite and DNA all of its own; albeit Francis' playing is a distinctive as ever. Almost all of the songwriting credits reflect this fresh and collaborative ethos, though there are two that bear the classic Quo hallmark: Rossi/Young. Rossi produced The Accidental; co-producer Andy Brook recorded, mastered, engineered, and played on the record, and co-wrote three tracks.

Kicking off with a flourish "Much Better" segues into the ebullient "Go Man Go," teeing up future classic "Push Comes To Shove" and the plaintive yet strutting blues singalong of "Back On Our Home Ground" [who will be the first sports team to adopt this one?]. By then the engine is well and truly running, and the highlights keep coming. The chug and chant and choppy chords of "Something In The Air (Stormy Weather)" give way to the cantering "Picture Perfect," which could only be a Rossi number. The long strides of "November Again" distill a melancholy refrain into a catchy chorus, and the epic "Beautiful World" channels vintage era Quo with enough guitar to get the balcony of the Glasgow Apollo bouncing again. "Time To Remember" is built around a piano line and swaying melody and serves as a poignant and powerful coda to an extraordinarily strong set of new songs.

Pre-order The Accidental here. 

Today’s announcement coincides with the launch of the first two songs: "Something In The Air (Stormy Weather)" and "Go Man Go" are available for streaming and download now.

Listen to the digital 2-track single below.

"For anyone who liked any of my solo albums previously, well, I've no idea what you'll make of this one because it's a real departure, but I love it," Rossi says. "It's loud, the guitars are right to the fore, and there are some great songs there."

This new album finds Francis Rossi once more at the top of his game, with a searing yet thoughtful collection of rockers that will please anyone who likes their dose of heavy cut with melody and verve. Mark Twain said that the accident is "the greatest of all inventors" when there are no rules, expectations or preconceptions, anything can — and will — happen. The Accidental proves that amazing things unfold when an artist with an unrivaled track record is inspired to create new music — even after more than 50 years of success — by the sheer love of playing. That unbridled joy is where the elemental magic that animates The Accidental is conjured.

KORPIKLAANI - Release Video For 'Got The Time'

Finnish Folk Metal Superstars KORPIKLAANI have released a video for their cover of the popular ANTHRAX version of the Joe Jackson song 'Got The Time', which is streaming now on all platforms. Originally released in Finnish under the name 'Ennen' between KORPIKLAANI's most recent albums Jylhä (2021) and Rankarumpu (2024), you can now enjoy the English version as well. 

Be sure to catch KORPIKLAANI live on the remaining dates of this year or at HEIDENFEST 2026 with Finntroll, Heidevolk, Trollfest and The Dread Crew Of Oddwood. All dates below.

LISTEN TO 'GOT THE TIME':
https://korpiklaani.bfan.link/got-the-time

WATCH THE VIDEO FOR 'GOT THE TIME' BELOW.

KORPIKLAANI ONLINE:
https://linktr.ee/korpiklaani

Photo by Peero Lakanen / edited by Jan Yrlund

Nightfall Salute Judas in New Video for "The Traders of Anathema"

Ahead of their long-awaited return to stages all across Europe, today, Nightfall are releasing a new video for one of the fiercest cuts off their monumental new album Children of Eve. “The Traders of Anathema” is a climactic hymn to Judas Iscariot. Its blazing riffs and towering chorus are the ultimate tribute to the eternal rebel.  

Watch the video for “The Traders of Anathema” below.

Children of Eve is out now on Season of Mist

https://orcd.co/nightfallchildrenofeve

“The Traders of Anathema” is the perfect rallying cry for Nightfall’s resurgence into the live arena. Backed by the monumental production of Jacob Hansen, the song grapples with faith, guilt and rebellion amidst a grand chorus and Gothic fury.  After taking a break from the stage and launching Metal Music Against Depression(MMaD) out of their frontman’s own personal struggles, Nightfall are now back and ready to step resiliently into the spotlight as a true act of defiance on their upcoming European tour with Possessed, Terrorizer, Massacre and Ater.

“Hello people of darkness”, greets the half-masked Efthimis Karadimas. “The time has come for us to hit the road across Europe. After a very long introverted period where we kept the band away from touring activity, we finally set to rise again. From the ashes of depression, the battles with inner demons and all those endless nights in despair, we managed to grow up stronger and motivated. This is by far the best line-up, the loudest and the most precise. I can’t wait to sing about pain and darkness in front of you. Embrace darkness, you children of Eve.”

With Children of Eve, Nightfall return from the shadows to unite blackened souls everywhere with their darkest and most epic creation yet.


Line-up:

Efthimis Karadimas - Vocals

Kostas Kyriakopoulos - Guitars

Vasiliki Biza - Bass

Fotis Benardo - Drums

Recording Credits:

Recorded at Devasoundz Studios, Athens, Greece

Produced by Efthimis Karadimas with Fotis Benardo & Thimios Krikos

Engineered by Fotis Benardo & Thimios Krikos

Mixed & Mastered by Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios, Ribe, Denmark


Production Credits:

Produced by Efthimis Karadimas & Engineered by Fotis Benardo

Mixed & Mastered in Hansen Studios, Denmark by Jacob Hansen

Cover Art:

Eliran Kantor

Art Concept:

Efthimis Karadimas

Order & Stream: https://orcd.co/nightfallchildrenofeve

Follow Nightfall:

Official Website: http://www.nightfall.gr/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nightfallband/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NIGHTFALL_band

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nightfallband/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4W0Vom1cl6o3UCq8tTfRHV

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/nightfall/1369568685

Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/artist/76457

TIDAL: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/3521048

Bandcamp: https://nightfallofficial.bandcamp.com/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nightfallband_gr

Black Coast Announce Signing to Papercut Recordings & Release New Single "Overflow"

Stoke-on-Trent, UK’s Black Coast have signed to Papercut Recordings, the label from Leo Valeri and Ryan “Tuck” O’Leary. The partnership launches with new single “Overflow”, punctuating a bold new chapter for the band and serving as the first step toward a full album planned for Spring 2026 (more on that to come). Fans can stream “Overflow” HERE. Watch the accompanying music video Below. 

"Overflow” narrows the frame to the private headspace people use to cope when life swells too loud. Speaking on the track, vocalist Charlie Hewitt shares

“Overflow is the inner escape that everyone dwells in. I don’t want to wake up to reality sometimes. Sink in the overflow.”

That sentiment threads through Black Coast's catalog, which has drawn comparisons to Alice in Chains, Deftones, and Linkin Park while carving out its own identity. The band has accumulated over 4 million streams across platforms, with their work tackling mental health, personal struggle, and the weight of unprocessed emotion.

"Overflow" arrives as Black Coast enter into a bold new chapter. Their newly inked deal with Papercut Recordings comes after years of self-releasing music and building a dedicated following through relentless touring and raw, emotionally charged performances. The band has worked with producer Sam Bloor at Lower Lane Studios since 2019, a partnership that has shaped their evolution from their 2021 debut album Outworld through their 2023 self-titled EP.



Black Coast will support the release with in EU and UK tour dates in November and December, including shows with Silly Goose and a London date supporting Profiler on December 10 at The Black Heart.

ABOUT BLACK COAST

Black Coast are a heavy music band from Stoke-on-Trent, England, formed in January 2016 from the ashes of local projects Bet It All and Dead City Souls. The five-piece comprising Charlie Hewitt (vocals), Scott Pinnington (guitar), Joe Mayer (guitar), Jack Beardsall (bass), and Matty Clark (drums) blend hardcore intensity with grunge textures, groove-driven riffs, and nu-metal aggression.

Their debut album Outworld (2021) and self-titled EP (2023) established Black Coast as a band unafraid to confront internal darkness, with lyrics centered on mental health, emotional barriers, and the struggle for authentic self-expression. Produced by Sam Bloor at Lower Lane Studios, their catalog has earned over 4 million streams and 130K YouTube views to date.

Live, Black Coast are known for visceral, emotionally raw performances that prioritize connection over spectacle. They continue to champion Stoke-on-Trent's thriving music scene while advocating for men's mental health awareness.

NEW SINGLE: Katerina Nicole Finds Her Diamond Edge On "Crystalline"

Atmospheric metal disruptor, Katerina Nicole, steps back into the storm with the video for her latest single, "Crystalline". Built around sharp riffs, aching vocals, and lyrics that see her caving deeper into reflection, "Crystalline" is a punishing anthem that swings between soul-baring confessions and full-throttle screams. Fans can watch the brand new video below.

Trapped inside the walls of her own creation, Katerina turns vulnerability into a weapon as she navigates through a whirlwind of danger and defiance. The brand new video for "Crystalline" throws Katerina into a gritty auto shop, held by strangers who think they've won. Breaking loose from her restraints, she fights back with a force that leaves nothing to chance, taking down her captors in a blur of grit and adrenaline. It's as if Katerina is fighting her way out from behind the glass, each howl and guttural note scattering her story in every direction.

Offering a glimpse beyond the crystalline edges, Katerina Nicole shares:

"‘In Crystalline, I let myself be seen — fragile, honest, and whole in my vulnerability."

With "Crystalline", she doesn't just revisit the storm, but she becomes it. Reminding us that every shattered edge refracts light and strength, her transformation is a declaration of survival. There is beauty in fracture and in the chaos, Katerina Nicole discovers the kind of resilience that only comes from breaking and rebuilding yourself anew.

Following up her breakout EP, "Serene in Violent Oceans", this new era of Katerina Nicolecarves out territory where melody collides with mayhem. Unafraid to plunge headlong into the deep end, Katerina fuses ethereal atmospheres with guttural breakdowns, wrapping vulnerability in distortion and letting each song become a ritual of self-discovery through darkness and light.

This is Katerina Nicole at her most fearless: haunting, heavy, and clear as crystal.

Be sure to stay tuned for more Katerina Nicole news coming soon.

ABOUT KATERINA NICOLE

Katerina Nicole is a force of metal—raw, cinematic, and unapologetically bold. Hailing from Kelowna, BC, Katerina blends melodic nu metal, doom, and industrial grit into a sound that’s both emotionally unrelenting and sonically massive. With roots in the pop and EDM world, her shift into heavy music wasn’t a pivot—it was an evolution. Her music is drenched in vulnerability, rage, and resilience, channeling chaos into catharsis with every guttural scream and haunting melody.

Her debut EP, “Serene in Violent Oceans”, is a visceral statement piece— equal parts confession and confrontation. Produced by Jordan Chase (Trench, World of Pleasure), the record marks the arrival of a singular new voice in heavy music. Her live performances are nothing short of ritualistic: raw, hypnotic, and emotionally charged, commanding the stage with both fury and grace. Backed by a growing global fanbase, Katerina Nicole is not here to ask for space in the scene—she’s here to take it.

Misfire Unleash New Video For Track "All Over The Place"

Illinois thrash metal wrecking crew Misfire release a new video for their track “All Over The Place” today. Directed by Alex Zarek, the video captures the unhinged energy and raw aggression that define Misfire’s live presence. Watch it below:

Misfire is set to hit the road across the U.S. this fall, joining legendary thrashers Death Angel, Toxic Holocaust, and Lions at the Gate for a tour that promises nothing but carnage. The run kicks off November 26 in Denver, CO, and smashes through cities nationwide before wrapping December 17 in Los Angeles, CA.

Drummer James Nicodemus fires off, “Let’s go! This is our final run of the year, and it’s a monster. We’re beyond stoked to share the stage with absolute legends — Death Angel, Toxic Holocaust, Lions at the Gate — and we’re coming for blood. See you maniacs in the pit!”

“All Over The Place” comes off Misfire’s latest full-length Product of the Environment, released earlier this year — a record hailed by Ghost Cult Magazine as: “Total thrash, total riffs, total devastation… don’t go crying to mummy when your eyeballs burst and your face falls off. You brought this on yourself.”

Full tour dates below. Brace yourself. Misfire is coming.

U.S. Tour Dates:

11/26 Denver, CO @ Oriental Theater
11/28 Joliet, IL  @ The Forge
11/29 Davenport, IA @ Capitol Theater
11/30 Minneapolis, MN @ Varsity Theater
12/02 Indianapolis, IN @ Vogue
12/03 Pittsburgh, PA @ Mr. Smalls Theater
12/04 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Monarch
12/05 Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
12/06 Albany, NY @ Empire Live
12/07 Reading, PA @ Reverb         
12/10 Dallas, TX @ Southside Ballroom
12/11 Houston, TX @ Warehouse Midtown
12/12 Corpus Christi, TX @ House of Rock
12/13 San Antonio, TX @ Vibes
12/15 Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater
12/16 Tucson, AZ @ 191 Toole
12/17 Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco

Stream / Get Product of the Environment HERE.

Follow Misfire:

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DEAD ANIMAL ASSEMBLY PLANT Ignite Revolution With “The Only Good Dictator Is A Dead Dictator”

DEAD ANIMAL ASSEMBLY PLANT has released their new single “The Only Good Dictator Is a Dead Dictator” via Armalyte Industries. The Portland-based industrial outfit returns with one of their most ferocious and politically charged tracks to date, blending crushing industrial metal, seething electronics, and the band’s signature horror aesthetic into an unflinching statement about power, fear, and human complicity.

Recorded at Primal Studios and produced, mixed, and engineered by Fernando Ruiz, “The Only Good Dictator Is a Dead Dictator” captures DEAD ANIMAL ASSEMBLY PLANT at their most intense and focused. The single was mastered by Nicky Howard, with cover art by guitarist Rebecca Wager. A one-shot live performance video filmed at Wasteland Weekend premiered today at noon PST on YouTube. You can see the video below.

"This song is aggressive from tonality to message. The song underlines society’s complicity towards totalitarianism and how we are controlled through fabricated fears and toxic vitriol spewed by those in power. The cyclical nature of humans falling for the lies and promises of dictators. It’s a tale we’ve spun over and over and yet it continues to happen. Doing the same thing over and over expecting different results. In the end - the only good dictator no matter who or where - is a dead dictator. Anyone who desires that much abusive power is a blight on humanity and the world is better off without tyrants." - Zach "Dead" Wager

About DEAD ANIMAL ASSEMBLY PLANT:
Formed in 2007, the Portland OR, USA, act began as a solo project by Zach Wager before evolving into a full band in 2011. Drawing inspiration from the likes of SLIPKNOT, PIG, NINE INCH NAILS, and ROB ZOMBIE, DEAD ANIMAL ASSEMBLY PLANT allow themselves to be experimental with their creative direction. The band use these influences along with a wide array of instruments and styles to create a distinctive sound, "I think the unique elements of our sound really stem from not trying to write any conventionally genre specific song. So whether it’s using theremins, sampling high tension wires, or anything we feel can add some personality to the song - nothing is off limits."

Over the course of their career to date, DEAD ANIMAL ASSEMBLY PLANT's notable appearances include Knotfest (2015), Wasteland Weekend (2018-2022, 2024), as support for COMBICHRIST on the Only Death is Immortal North American Tour (2024), along with headlining Hellfire Tour (2018, West Coast/Southwest Run) and Bring Out The Dead North American Tour (2019). DEAD ANIMAL ASSEMBLY PLANT have also created/performed multiple soundscapes for Belgian surrealist photographers, Mothmeister, at their art exhibits. 

DEAD ANIMAL ASSEMBLY PLANT is: 
Zach ‘Dead’ Wager (Vocals)
Rebecca ‘Buzz’ Wager (Guitars)
Nick ‘Nix’ Snyder (Bass)
Jason ‘Skorn’ Moore (Drums)

Links:
Bandcamp: https://deadanimalassemblyplant.bandcamp.com/album/bring-out-the-dead-2
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deadanimalassemblyplant 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deadanimalassemblyplant
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/deadanimalassemblyplant
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/deadanimalassemblyplant
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/deadanimalassemblyplant

Avatar Release "Don't Go In The Forest" Album + Share Video for Title Track

The heavy metal visionaries collectively known as AVATAR — vocalist Johannes Eckerström, guitarists Jonas Jarlsby and Tim Öhrström, bassist Henrik Sandelin, and drummer John Alfredsson — have finally unleashed their latest masterwork Don't Go in the Forest. Listen and get the album HERE.

Avatar will hit the road for their massive North American headline run, beginning November 5 in Phoenix. All dates are below.

Regarding the album, Eckerström has explained, "The secret ingredient is that we still feel like we're just getting started. Don't Go In The Forest is an album filled to the brim with stuff we've never done before. It's all songs and concepts we haven't been close to touch until now. The mind is wild and we have lost ourselves in the darkest woods, filled with memories, and fantasies. Forbidden thoughts that must be spoken."

He furthered, "It would have been impossible to make this album at any other time than now. That's all we ever wanted, and I think you'll find it's all you ever wanted too."

Avatar’s growth and momentum has only accelerated in recent years. There's the critically acclaimed, 2023-released album Dance Devil Dance, which included their first #1 at Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay, "The Dirt I'm Buried In." There have been scores of sold-out headline shows across the globe, and an actual fossil named after them. The list goes on and on. 

Avatar will spend the foreseeable future (if not forever) on the road. See below for a complete rundown of the band's planned tour activity for the next two years.

Avatar shows no sign of pausing to take a breath in their quest for absolute world domination — much less stopping. 

2025 U.S. HEADLINE TOUR:
11/5 — Phoenix, AZ — The Van Buren 
11/6 — San Diego, CA —  The Observatory San Diego
11/7 — Riverside, CA — Riverside Municipal Auditorium
11/8 — Las Vegas, NV — Brooklyn Bowl
11/10 — Seattle, WA — Moore Theater 
11/11 — Portland, OR — Roseland Theatre 
11/12 — Boise, ID — Revolution 
11/14 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Union 
11/15 — Denver, CO — Fillmore 
11/17 — Minneapolis, MN — Fillmore 
11/18 — Madison, WI — The Sylvee 
11/20 — Detroit, MI — The Fillmore Detroit 
11/21 — Pittsburgh, PA — Stage AE 
11/22 — Columbus, OH — KEMBA Live!
11/23 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore Silver Spring 
11/25 — Huntington, NY — Paramount
11/26 — Boston, MA — House of Blues
11/28 — Allentown, PA — Archer Music Hall
11/29 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore Charlotte
11/30 — Louisville, KY — Old Forester's Paristown Hall
12/2 — Chicago, IL — Riviera Theater
12/4 — Nashville, TN — Marathon Music Works
12/5 — St. Louis, MO — The Pageant
12/6 — Tulsa, OK —  Tulsa Theater
12/7 — Dallas, TX — House of Blues

For centuries the circus would come to town. Now, for the first time in history, the gravitational pull of Avatar is so strong that the town is coming to the circus. A circus deep in the forest. A forbidden place. A taboo you are destined to break.

AVATAR ARE
Johannes Eckerström — Vocalist
Jonas Jarlsby — Guitarist
Tim Öhrström — Guitarist
 Henrik Sandelin — Bassist 
John Alfredsson — Drummer

Myrath Drop Video for "Until The End" (Feat. Amaranthe's Elize Ryd) — WATCH // Announce New Album "Wilderness of Mirrors"

Tunisian x French progressive metal band Myrath are back with the video for the stunning new single "Until The End," featuring Elize Ryd, the powerhouse vocalist of Amaranthe. Released today alongside the official announcement of their seventh studio album, Wilderness of Mirrors, the single marks the beginning of a bold new era for the band.

"Until The End" is a cinematic duet that explores the fragile line between truth and illusion, blending Myrath's signature Middle Eastern melodies with arena-sized metal and soaring choruses. The collaboration with Ryd adds a dramatic, emotive layer, making the track an instant highlight of the upcoming album.

Listen to "Until The End" here.

Watch the video below. 

Wilderness of Mirrors will be released March 27 via earMUSIC and features 10 brand-new, emotionally charged tracks that continue Myrath's evolution. Fans can expect a journey through fantasy and reality, from haunting melodies to thunderous riffs and cinematic arrangements.

To celebrate the release, Myrath will embark on a major European tour starting in April 2026, bringing Wilderness of Mirrors to fans across 16 countries.

With millions of views on their epic videos, critically acclaimed albums, and performances at festivals such as Hellfest, Wacken, and Sweden Rock, Myrath continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Wilderness of Mirrors represents the band at their most dynamic and authentic, a milestone in their journey toward becoming one of metal’s most exciting acts.

Pre-orders for Wilderness of Mirrors and tickets for the European tour are available now. Don't miss the next chapter in Myrath's epic musical journey.

More info about the European tour dates and tickets here. 

Pre-order the new album here. 

BEYOND FORGIVENESS Unleashes a Storm of Emotion and Power on Their Newest Album COLD AS WINTER’S ICE

The veil of frost has descended, and from the heart of the storm rises BEYOND FORGIVENESS, returning with their breathtaking newest album, Cold as Winter’s Ice — a sweeping symphonic metal odyssey that melds beauty, fury, and emotion into one cinematic experience.

Beyond Forgiveness Bio:

Where light and darkness interweave, where brutal death metal and angelic classical voices coexist on the same plane, and a storyland of myth and legend transport you away into a realm of symphonic beautality, you will encounter the band Beyond Forgiveness. The U.S. based band emerged in 2014 as a studio project formed by death metal guitarists Greg Witwer and Richard Marcus. Collaborating with classical vocalist and orchestrator, TaliaHoit, drummer Sean Rogers, and bassist Jim Lasselle, Beyond Forgiveness combined contrasting musical styles into an epic adventure of symphonic metal.

In 2016, the band released an EP, “The Ferryman’s Shore”. The release was embraced by the underground symphonic metal scene with rave reviews, and the band’s signature sound was dubbed “beautality”. The band followed with touring in Europe and two additional full length albums, “The Great Wall” in 2017, and “Live to Tell the Story” in 2019, each becoming more symphonically charged. With lyrics ranging from emotional turmoil to Tolkien-eque fantasy, the music explores the paradoxes of a wide range of human experience and musical style. Incorporating extreme metal elements as well as classical composition, the band continues to push boundaries to create art as a metaphor of life. Although Jim and Richard have since left, the band had already composed and recorded an epic new album, exploring deep into the wilderness of universal human experiences, available now.

Talia Hoit - Vocals

Greg Witwer - Guitar | Vocals

Sean Rogers - Drums | Percussion

Mayhem Announce New Album "Liturgy of Death" Out 2/6 + Unvei Video for "Weep for Nothing"

The most influential black metal band of all time is back with their seventh studio album Liturgy of Death. 

With this new opus, Mayhem reaffirm their status as the most uncompromising force in extreme metal music. Four decades into their career, Mayhem turn their focus toward the inescapable reality of death. Liturgy of Death examines loss, fear of dying, powerlessness, and the fragility of existence through a stark and unrelenting lens.

Stream "Weep for Nothing" here. 

Watch The visualizer Below. 

"Weep for Nothing" turns the fear of mortality into revelation, a hymn to nothingness where grief becomes meaningless. With its cold and fast grandeur, razor-sharp riffs. and a suffocating atmosphere, the band channels it channels the essence of mortality without offering solace or escape.

Pre-order Liturgy of Death here. 

With Necrobutcher, Hellhammer, Attila, Morten, and Ghul locked into a unit tighter than ever, Liturgy of Death celebrates Mayhem's own legacy, a continuation of the raw and uncompromising sound that defined their beginnings. The result is a merciless record — dark, fast, and unrelenting —that captures the band in their most dangerous and vital form. 41 years since their formation in Langhus, Mayhem remain a defining force in Norwegian black metal, continuing to shape the sound they helped create.

MAYHEM LINEUP:
Attila Csihar — Vocals
Ghul — Guitar
Hellhammer — Drums
Necrobutcher — Bass
Morten — Guitar

Introducing HÉR, a bridge to the raw spirit of the North

Emerging from the northern shores of Poland, HÉR are both seekers and storytellers. Their upcoming debut album, Monochrome, weaves bowed strings, raw incantations and entrancing percussion into ritual soundscapes that conjure the vast and mythical landscape of the North. The album’s lead single, “Needles and Bark”, calls on the enduring spirit of Icelandic fjords and Old Norse myths, inviting us into a meditation on decay and endurance.

“The pine on the rocks dries and dies / needles neither protect nor the bark / why should he live long?”

Watch the video for “Needles and Bark” below.

Monochrome comes out January 30, 2026 on Season of Mist.

Pre-order & Pre-save

https://orcd.co/hermonochrome

Available Formats:
CD Digipak
12” Vinyl Gatefold — Black
12" Colored Vinyl Gatefold — Transparent Orange

“We are honored and deeply thrilled to announce our signing to Season of Mist”, HÉR says. “To begin our musical journey with such a renowned and visionary label is both a privilege and a powerful affirmation of our path.

“HÉR — meaning ‘here’ in Icelandic — is more than a name; it is a call to presence. And here, in this moment, something new begins. Our collaboration with Season of Mist opens a gateway to share our sound, our myth, and our vision with a wider world”.

“This signing marks not only our debut”, HÉR continues, “but also the crossing of a threshold — from the roots of Old Norse poetry and northern mysticism into a vast, boundless landscape of sound and emotion. We stand ‘here,’ united by rhythm, voice, and story, ready to bring the raw essence of the North to those who are willing to listen, feel, and be transformed.

Sit here with us — sestu hérna — and witness what begins now”.

Line-up:
Maciej Świniarski — Vocal, Percussion
Tomasz Chyła — Vocal, Violin, Synth Percussion
Piotr Chęcki — Saxophone, Percussion
Tomasz Sadecki — Bass Guitar, Synth, Percussion
Sławek Koryzno — Drums, Percussion

Production Credits:
Recorded at Monochrom Studio, Gniewoszów, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland.
Produced & Engineered by Ignacy Gruszecki.
Mixed & Mastered by Marcin Bors at Fonoplastykon, Wrocław, Poland.

Guest Musicians:
Magdalena Kuraś „Freya”

Cover Art:
Mary Zaleska

Photography:
Daria Szczygieł (https://dariaszczygiel.com/)

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Melodic Metal Band RED SANDS Announce New EP Evocations

Independent melodic metal band RED SANDS have announced the release of their highly anticipated EP Evocations, arriving worldwide on January 30, 2026. The record captures the group’s evolution into a symphonic, emotionally charged sound that merges power, melody, and atmosphere into a single vision.

Evocations presents six tracks that explore mortality, memory, and transformation. From the ominous opening “Mors Vincit Omnia” to the commanding presence of “The Coven,” the ferocity of “The Hunt” featuring Stu Block, and the reflective melancholy of “My Beloved Ghost,” the EP traces a cycle of creation and decay. A new song, “System,” stands at the heart of the release, confronting the corruption and chaos of modern existence with sharp lyrical force and complex musicianship.

Produced by Daniel Novelo and featuring contributions from acclaimed engineers and guest artists, Evocations embodies the precision and emotion that define RED SANDS. The band’s sound draws from the intensity of ICED EARTH and IRON MAIDEN, the symphonic depth of NIGHTWISH and THERION, and the introspection of OPETH and DRACONIAN, forming a unique expression of melodic and symphonic metal rooted in Mexico City’s creative scene.

The artwork, created by vocalist and visual artist Jonathan Corral, mirrors the album’s lyrical themes through surreal imagery: a creature made of memories and relics, carrying a dying bird on a blank musical score. It serves as both a metaphor for unfinished creation and a meditation on impermanence.

About RED SANDS:

RED SANDS formed in Mexico City in 2012 when brothers Daniel and Eric Novelo joined forces with their cousin Juan Carlos León. What began as a family project soon developed into one of Mexico’s most distinctive melodic metal acts. Over the years, the group shaped its identity through precise musicianship, layered compositions, and a deep sense of atmosphere. After a brief hiatus, the band returned in 2022 with a renewed focus and a new vocalist, Jonathan Corral, whose operatic range and theatrical presence expanded the band’s sound into symphonic territory. Drummer Ángel Asiain completed the current lineup, bringing power and control to the rhythm section.

The members of RED SANDS draw from contrasting musical backgrounds that converge in their songwriting. Daniel’s passion for classic heavy and power metal, influenced by ICED EARTH, IRON MAIDEN, and OPETH, intertwines with Jonathan’s symphonic and gothic inspirations from acts such as NIGHTWISH, THERION, and DRACONIAN. Together they create songs that blend melody, intensity, and emotional storytelling. Their lyrics often explore death, spirituality, and the human condition, while the arrangements combine soaring vocal lines, intricate riffs, and cinematic keyboards.

Since regrouping, RED SANDS have released a series of acclaimed singles, “My Beloved Ghost,” “The Hunt” featuring Stu Block, and “The Coven,” each of which expanded their audience and earned praise from critics and metal outlets across Latin America and Europe. Their work has been featured in the Top 100 Mexican Metal list, nominated for the Kalani Metal Awards, and included in international compilations such as Hell Spawn Vol. 8.

Beyond the stage, members of the band remain active in Mexico’s metal culture. Eric and Daniel host the podcast Metalópolis, dedicated to promoting the national scene and connecting audiences with emerging artists. This sense of community and independence continues to define RED SANDS, whose music stands as both a personal statement and a contribution to the evolution of Latin American metal.

RED SANDS is:
 

  • Jonathan “Jona” Corral – Vocals

  • Daniel Novelo – Rhythm & Lead Guitar

  • Eric Novelo – Bass

  • Juan Carlos “CJ” León – Piano & Keyboards

  • Ángel Asiain – Drums

CoreLeoni Live At Hallenstadion Zurich

Swiss hard rock veterans CORELEONI, featuring members of GOTTHARD, are proud to unleash their new live album, Live At Hallenstadion Zurich, via Perception. Featuring a mix of classic GOTTHARD tracks and new favorites from CORELEONI’s latest studio album, III, Live At Hallenstadion Zurich documents a pivotal night in the CORELEONI saga.

One hot summer evening on July 3rd 2025, CORELEONI supported heavy metal legends JUDAS PRIEST at Zurich’s Hallenstadion, performing in front of 7,000 rock and metal fans. The show took the audience on a wild ride through classic GOTTHARD tracks and newer songs from III. An instant success, III had reached #2 on the Swiss album charts and found a place in the hearts of fans around the world. New tracks such as “Like It Or Not” and “Sick & Tired” became staple crowd-pleasers, right alongside beloved fan favorites such as “Sister Moon”, “Mountain Mama”, and “Standing In The Light”.

On Live At Hallenstadion Zurich, the band delivers nine songs in total and kicks off the show with two high-energy classics, “Downtown” and “Firedance”. “We wanted to go out and rock the shit out of our body”, explains guitarist Leo Leoni. Fellow guitarist Igor Gianola adds, “It seems we succeeded. The crowd was fantastic and we were able to deliver a great performance, as we wanted.”

CORELEONI’s energy and the audience’s passion electrified the show. “The night was fantastic”, remembers Leoni. “There was this special magic in the air, Zürich is always fantastic for us to play, but this was somehow a night to remember.”

The band also recalls fond memories of the bonds they forged with metal veterans JUDAS PRIEST, making the show a particularly notable highlight in CORELEONI’s career. “At the Hallenstadion we met Scott Travis on stage, who was there the whole show, and he spent some very nice words about our performance. He’s a great guy and a fantastic drummer, so we appreciated and proved our effort to get it right to the point”, recalls Gianola.

“It was an honour for us to support Judas Priest, they are one of the most important metal bands and I follow them also since I was a kid. It wasn’t the first time we played together, but especially in this location, it was like a mythos”, comments Leo Leoni.

Experience the magic of this unforgettable night right through your speakers or headphones.

Digital release only, available worldwide on December 19th, 2025 on all major digital music platforms.

About CORELEONI
Founded by guitarist Leo Leoni in 2018, CORELEONI started reviving the early GOTTHARD days successfully with their album duo consisting of The Greatest Hits - Part 1 and II. The band also convinced fans and critics alike with their high-energy performances all over Europe, making the five-piece write their very own material. The result titled III was finally released in early 2022 and saw the addition of gifted Albanian singer Eugent Bushpepa to CORELEONI’s powerful line-up, which is completed by guitarist Jgor Gianola (ex-GOTTHARD, ex-U.D.O.), bass player Mila Merker and drummer Alex Motta. The group’s latest record hit the official Swiss album chart at no. 2 and thereby cemented the high demand for their captivating craft. Of course, III guided the quintet’s way across the continent once again while making one thing even clearer: CORELEONI are more than just a studio band and need to be experienced (a)live to understand their vision in full. So what are you waiting for? Feel the magic & enjoy their second live offering, Live at Hallenstadion Zurich!

CORELEONI are:
Eugent Bushpepa | vocals
Leo Leoni | guitars
Jgor Gianola | guitars
Mila Merker | bass
Alex Motta | drums
 

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Danko Jones - Leo Rising

Toronto’s most determined and hardest‑working power trio, DANKO JONES, let out a mighty roar in Leo Rising, an eleven-track masterclass in sweat-soaked, no-nonsense rock ’n’ roll. The album – produced to red‑hot perfection by long‑time collaborator Eric Ratz – lands on 21 November 2025 via Perception - A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music and Sonic Unyon (for Canada).

“You know the sound every kid makes with their mouth when they play air guitar?”Danko asks. “That’s still the sound I want to put on every album we make. If we can come close to that sound, that’s an album worth releasing. Eric Ratz produced this album and he knows this about me. I have complete faith in the guitar tones he manages to capture. There weren’t any changes in recording. We still did it all apart from one another, like our previous two albums. JC recorded in Finland, Rich flew in from Prince Edward Island to Toronto to record his drums, and I worked with Eric in Toronto on guitars and vocals.”

Leo Rising is another triumph from one of the most consistent bands in the business. Above all, it showcases the fizzing, electrified chemistry between the three members of this explosive powerhouse. Operating as a stable and harmonious unit since 2013, DANKO JONES join forces on stage every night, united in their love for riffs, melodies, and a raucous, sweat-drenched good fucking time.

“This is the line-up I wish we had from the start,” Danko concludes. “I’m not just saying that because time has already proven it. First and foremost, we all get along with each other onstage and offstage. The mood is always light and nobody’s ego gets in the way. When it comes to writing and recording, we are all on the same page and we service the songs, always!”

Leo Rising may just be the most uplifting and inspirational DANKO JONES album to date. A thunderous display of high octane guitar-driven rock awaits, from the thrill seeking opener "What You Need" to the blues infused seductive delight, "Too Slick For Love". Also lying in wait on Leo Rising is the power-pop hit "Everyday Is Saturday Night" which brings the party vibes with a catchy lyrical hook you'll find yourself repeating everyday of the week. "It's A Celebration" sees the energy continue flowing with fiery rhythms across the dynamic track. Unafraid to reveal a grittier side as the distortion is turned up a notch, the sleaze-metal leaning "Pretty Stuff" is followed by the edgy "Gotta Let It Go". 

DANKO JONES are:
Danko Jones | vocals, guitars
John Calabrese | bass
Rich Knox  | drums

DON’T BELIEVE IN GHOSTS TURN TRAGEDY INTO TRIUMPH ON “BUT ON THE BRIGHT SIDE” — OUT NOVEMBER 7TH ​   

New York City alternative indie-pop rock band Don’t Believe In Ghosts return with their most personal and powerful release to date, But On The Bright Side, available everywhere this Friday, November 7th via Mindful Recordings. The band will celebrate the release with a special hometown show at Soho Live NYC on Saturday, November 15th, joined by special guests Moonwater.

 

The album title, But On The Bright Side, was born from a year that tested the band’s strength and unity like never before. Early in the process of making the record, frontman Steven Nathan was diagnosed with a genetic kidney disorder, forcing him to completely rethink his health, lifestyle, and priorities while pushing forward to complete the album.

 

Guitarist Dan DelVecchio nearly lost his ability to play after a serious medical condition required surgery, with recovery stretching longer than expected and putting the band’s live future in question. Drummer Ken Yang endured the devastating loss of his father and later faced a medical emergency that required life-saving surgery, followed by complications that sent him back into the hospital.

 

“It was hard wrapping mixes and putting the final touches on these songs after all we'd been through this last year,” says Nathan. “That’s really where the title But On The Bright Side came from. Even when everything feels like it’s falling apart, there’s always something to hold onto — and for us, that was the music.”

 

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Recorded across multiple studios including Mindful Recording Studio (NYC), Canyon Private Studios (Nashville, TN), and Mixing Night Studios (OH), the album represents a mosaic of collaboration and perseverance. The band worked with Grammy-winning producer Ken Lewis (FUN., X Ambassadors, Taylor Swift) and Cooper Anderson (Co-produced “Girl” and “Drowning”), alongside co-writing sessions with Brendan Benson (The Raconteurs), Don Miggs, and Nick Brown (MONA). Mixing duties were shared by Steven Nathan, Ken Lewis, and the legendary Mark Needham (The Killers, Imagine Dragons, Neon Trees), giving the album its dynamic and cinematic energy.

 

The album follows the success of recent singles “Driver,” “Brooklyn Baby,” and “Outta Your Head” — the latter currently receiving airplay around the world. Together, they set the tone for a record that blends introspection and optimism, transforming personal struggle into soaring, anthemic alt-pop.

 

While the past year brought uncertainty, But On The Bright Side stands as a defiant statement of resilience, creativity, and faith in moving forward.

 

When Don’t Believe In Ghosts return to the stage at Soho Live on November 15th, it will mark more than just a release celebration — it will be a rebirth.

 

“When we walk out on that stage, it’s not just about performing,” Nathan reflects. “It’s about everything we went through to get there — and the fact that we’re still here, stronger than ever.”

Fearless Welcomes Minute After Midnight to the Roster + Artist Shares "Masochist" Video


FEARLESS RECORDS is thrilled to welcome MINUTE AFTER MIDNIGHT to the label's global roster. 

Minute After Midnight is the brainchild of Derrick Ryan, having sprouted from the fertile musical grounds of Nashville in 2016.

To celebrate the new partnership, the artist has shared the video for new single "MASOCHIST." Watch it below.

With "Masochist," feeling bad feels oh so good!

The track is deceptively upbeat, with mid-tempo, alt rock x pop melodies and a playful, perfectly measured sprinkling of synths, electronics, and riffs. You will find yourself bobbing your head and singing along to the song's existential chorus, which asks, "Why am I like this?"  It's a banger through and through, seamlessly weaving a tapestry of pop, rock, and emo. 

"It's a song that makes you smile while simultaneously breaks your heart, it sounds uplifting, but at its core is a brutally honest, sad confession," Ryan explains. "Writing 'Masochist' felt like ripping open my chest and letting the world see the beauty in my self-destruction — an anthem laced with nostalgia that exposes a vulnerable glimpse into my inner world."

Minute After Midnight's 2023-released single "Ghost" catapulted to 7.6 million Spotify streams and landed on the SiriusXM Octane airwaves. The song and Minute After Midnight's plentiful, hook-laden alt rock melodies, which play with textures, captured the attention of powerhouse label Fearless Records, who promptly signed the artist to a global record deal. Minute After Midnight cross-pollinates both an intimate, created-in-my-bedroom vibe with room-filling production sound. It's this exercise in contrasts that defines "Masochist." Ultimately, it's a pop rock banger that indicates where Minute After Midnight is headed — musically and professionally. 

Breaking Benjamin's Keith Wallen Shares Video for "Teeth Marks" (Feat. Haley Roughton of Gore)

BREAKING BENJAMIN guitarist KEITH WALLEN has teamed up with GORE. singer Haley Roughton for the new single "TEETH MARKS."

Watch the video below.

Wallen states that the song is about "Love, hate, pain, power, and the all consuming cycles of obsession."

The interplay between Wallen and Roughton is nothing short of magical, as his melodics collide full force into her sung/scream style, resulting in a master class in vocal dynamics. Add some ferocious riffs and undeniable hooks and "Teeth Marks" leaves, well, a musical mark.

Wallen released his most recent solo album Infinity Now last year via Rise Records. Get it here. 

He has since dropped a string of singles, including the anthemic "Dead Inside." Watch the video here. He also delivered his gorgeous take on Avril Lavigne's contemplative classic "I'm With You." Watch the video here. Prior to that, Wallen shared the standalone single "Us Against the World." Watch the video here. 

ABOUT KEITH WALLEN:
Keith Wallen is a prolific songwriter responsible for soaring melodies and hypnotic hooks heard across modern rock radio. The West Virginia-born troubadour uses his solo work as a vehicle to explore his multifaceted passions, moving seamlessly from the smart pop of '80s favorites like The Police and Depeche Mode to the big moody riffs of '90s grunge heroes like Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, and Stone Temple Pilots. 
 
His co-writing collaborations include compositions with Saint Asonia, Fuel, We Came As Romans, Red, Dorothy, and Korn guitarist Brian "Head" Welch's Love And Death. Wallen bares his soul as a solo artist with earnest resolve, powering his honest anthems with commanding vocals. 
 
A former member of Adelitas Way, Keith was among his first calls when Benjamin Burnley decided to reform and reconfigure his band. Dark Before Dawn, Breaking Benjamin's powerhouse comeback, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. Ember followed in 2018. 
 
Keith's self-produced acoustic and piano-driven Allies EP arrived in 2014. His debut solo album, 2021'sThis World Or The Next, featured "Dream Away," a song streamed 1.4M times on Spotify alone. His second solo album, Infinity Now, includes production and co-writing contributions from Kevin Thrasher (RIVALS, Jelly Roll) and work with Dan Braunstein (Spiritbox, Dayseeker) and Andrew Baylis (Sleeping With Sirens, Jelly Roll, Brantley Gilbert). 
 
Produced by Kevin Thrasher (Jelly Roll, RIVALS) and mixed by Joel Wanasek (Rain City Drive, Scott Stapp), Keith's sophomore solo album, Infinity Now, extends a warm invitation into the singer/songwriter's heart and mind. Hard rock bombast meets intimate pensiveness via engaging songs like "Blackout," "Strings," and first single, "Headspace Holiday."
 
As guitarist for Breaking Benjamin, a solo artist or songwriting collaborator, the common threads through Keith Wallen's work are honesty, authenticity, and heartfelt spirit.