NYC's Laptop reveals “Xanadu,” a sun-soaked tale of ambition and the cost of wanting more

NYC alternative pop outfit Laptop presents 'Xanadu', the latest offering from their forthcoming album "On This Planet", which starts out sounding like a love song, but slowly reveals itself as something darker. A duet between frontman Jesse Hartman and Nevis vocalist Anna Hadeed, the track explores the American idea of settling down — building a life, owning something permanent — and how that dream can quietly go wrong. It’s less about romance than what happens when good intentions collide with money, power, and the pressure to create something lasting.

Formed in the late ’90s, Laptop released three albums with Island Records, earning praise from NME, The Guardian, and others for their stylized blend of synth-pop, irony, and emotional precision. Now revived as a contemporary project with his son Charlie Hartman, Laptop has become a vehicle for Hartman grappling openly with adulthood in this chaotic world — not as a clean resolution, but as something messier and harder to define. “Xanadu” captures the moment when the art dream runs into the desire for stability, and neither comes out untouched.

The title nods directly to Citizen Kane, where “Xanadu” names Charles Foster Kane’s vast, illusory estate — a symbol of success that ultimately exposes loneliness and regret. Laptop updates the idea for a modern American setting. In this version, Xanadu isn’t a castle; it’s a mid-century dream house, full of hope and expectation, carrying the belief that ownership might finally bring peace. This is love song disguised as a hard look at the pitfalls of American materialism.

Filmed on Oualie Beach in Nevis, where overdubs for Laptop's coming album were recorded, the video juxtaposes Hartman and Hadeed's chilled beachside duet with glossy, candy-colored visual sequences involving a separate couple. Gently mocking the modern semi-colonialist belief that paradise can be packaged, purchased, and controlled, we see a slick couple sail toward their dream, only to see it sink beneath the waters of their own ambitions and end up in flames. Kitschy postcard titles like "The Good Life” and “Live the Romance" punctuate their journey, underscoring the bitter irony of it all.

Jesse Hartman got his start as a Voidoid with Richard Hell, before founding indie rock band Sammy with Luke Wood, and releasing albums via Fire Records and Geffen Records.  Since reviving, Laptop is on a roll on the strength of the singles “Indie Hero”, "Confused", "Additional Animals", "I Don't Know" and “Weirder”, mixed by Grammy award-winning producer Mario McNulty (David Bowie, Prince, Nine Inch Nails, Julian Lennon), collectively drawing millions of views and reintroducing Laptop's humor and sounds to a new generation.

“Xanadu” will be released via Hurricane Cove Records on February 13, available on major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. Laptop’s much-anticipated "On This Planet" album will be released on June 5. The band performs next at NYC's Mercury Lounge on April 9, along with UK rockers Art Brut.

Get the single  https://ditto.fm/xanadu_995c7dd3
Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/track/7Lrqg7giyk2K8ffCq8P2K8
Bandcamp  https://laptoptheband.bandcamp.com/single/xanadu

CREDITS

Written & produced by Jesse Hartman
Published by: Exurbia Music, Inc. (BMI)
Released by Hurricane Cove Records

Jesse Hartman — vocals, guitars, keys, synths, piano, bass
Anna Hadeed — vocals
Geddys “Ch4se” Ferguson — vocals
Kendelle Thomas - bass
Mike Desmarais — drums
Lluísen Capafons — conga, percussion
Matthew Dakoutro — cello, viola, violin
Siuxx — electric guitar
Artem - horns
Engineered by Iñaki Ariste Aznar, Edward Douglas & Jesse Hartman
Mixed by Edward Douglas & Jesse Hartman
Mastered by Dave Trumfio
Artwork Painting by Jesse Hartman
UPC/EAN 5063904538524
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR


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Resistor Announce New Album "BITE THIS!" + Share "Dead Soul" Video

Long Island, NY quintet RESISTOR — Anthony Grambo [vocals], Anthony Conti [guitar], Ian Schneider [bass], Anthony Arce [turntables], and Peter Smith [drums] — channel the cocky bravado of O.G. nu-metal through a prism of 21st century hardcore spiked with DJ squeals and vitriolic spitting. 

They announce their new album BITE THIS!, out March 27. Pre-order it here.

The band also dropped the video for "DEAD SOUL."

Watch it below.

"We feel 'DEAD SOUL' is the perfect introduction to this record," says Schneider. "This has been one of our favorite tracks, from its initial conception to final execution. The themes of Resistor's music have always boiled down to 'Fuck you' and 'DEAD SOUL' is no exception to that central meaning. We're so excited to finally be able to share this song with you all and hope it resonates as strongly with you as it has with us."

At the epicenter of extreme metal, hardcore, and nu metal, Resistor have patented their own pummeling sound—which they've appropriately christened "knuckle dragging wika wika core." 

They don't just flirt with breaking genre boundaries; they proudly fuck everything up in their path.

Resistor drop grooves heavy enough that prolonged listening could either stunt your growth or split the ground beneath your feet. Either way, you'll undoubtedly want more from the group, which harnesses a burst of concentrated energy from the respective shockwaves of their five distinct personalities and musical identities.

Additionally, Resistor are touring with Yosemite In Black. All dates are below.

RESISTOR ON TOUR:
WITH YOSEMITE IN BLACK:
2/19 — Lynchburg, VA — Super Rad Arcade
2/20 — Greensboro, NC — Hangar 1819
2/21 — Gastonia, NC — The Rooster
2/22 — Warner Robins, GA — Reverb Room
2/24 — Jacksonville, FL — The Albatross
2/25 — West Palm Beach, FL — Respectable Street
2/26 — Tampa, FL — The Noise Box
2/27 — Mobile, AL — Alabama Music Box
2/28 — Atlanta, GA — 529 EAV
3/1 — Nashville, TN — DRKMTTR
3/2 — Evansville, IN — Six Strings
3/3 — Jeffersonville, IN — Wrongside 812
3/4 — Dunbar, WV — The Shop
3/5 — Thomasville, PA — Race Horse Tavern
3/6 — Baltimore, MD — Morsbergers
3/7 — Salisbury, MD — Lurking Class Skate Shop

"Collaboration makes Resistor what it is," states Schneider. "Every member's hand is on the music. As a listener, you're getting these distinct sets of influences and voices all coming together. Our vision is to maintain the heaviness and the catchiness, so it's ignorant and genuine. Other than a few impacts and bass drops, everything was created by a live instrument. We pulled inspiration from the past, but it’s definitely modern and authentic."

Speaking of authentic, the band originated out of a friendship forged between Conti and Grambo. They first crossed paths at a skate park, began hanging out all of the time, and eventually decided to write songs. The lineup solidified with the addition of Smith, Schneider, and Arce. They shored up their signature style with the So It Begins EP [2023] and HEADCASE EP [2025], tallying millions of streams in the process. On the road, the group notably packed houses and emerged as an outlier with enough gusto to set it off everywhere from Gathering of the Juggalos to the Inkcarceration pre-show. Throughout 2025, they pieced together BITE THIS! with producer Randy LeBoeuf [Kublai Khan TX, The Acacia Strain, Gideon].

Ultimately, Resistor live outside the neutral zone.

War On Women Release Announce New Album "Time Under Tension" + Release New Single "Messages Unsent"

NEW ALBUM "TIME UNDER TENSION" OUT ON MAY 8, 2026

Smartpunk Records and War On Women are teaming up for a big year of new music that's as timely as ever. The band's fifth full-length album, "Time Under Tension," comes out on May 8, 2026. While the upcoming record fulfills fans' cravings for thoughtful lyrics and powerful punk energy rooted in advocacy, the band also experiments with melodic genre elements from alt-rock, indie, and more. This expansion and evolution are captured clearly in their latest single, "Messages Unsent" - Listen below;

Shawna Potter, vocalist of War On Women, elaborated further on the heartfelt meaning behind the track, "This is the first love song I’ve written in a long time, certainly the first in this band. It’s about the idea that once you really have something to lose, a partner or a life you love (or in this case, my dog Rosie), then you start to care more about your own safety, about sticking around. You start thinking about your mortality, and theirs, and it’s terrifying. But even if we don’t get forever, I like the idea that love can live on.

We wanted to create a video as bittersweet and nostalgic as the song itself so we opted to revisit the first tour we did post-2020, when we weren't sure if we'd ever get to play live music again. The joy of gathering against such a tragic backdrop mimics the songs themes of love and loss."

TIME UNDER TENSION TOUR // MARCH 2026
18  Pittsburgh, PA @ Little Giant
19  Columbus, OH @ Used Kids Records
20  St Louis, MO @ Duck Room
21   Kansas City, MO @ Recordbar
23  Denver, CO @ HQ
24  Salt Lake City, UT @ The Beehive
25  Boise, ID @ Treefort Music Fest*
26  Seattle, WA @ The Vera Project
27  Portland, OR @ Dante’s
28  Arcata, CA @ Rampart Skatepark
29  Oakland, CA @ Doll Fest*
*No Oceanator 

WAR ON WOMEN SUPPORTING SUBHUMANS
May 06 Houston, TX @ Bad Astronaut
May 07 Corpus Christi TX @ House of Rock 
May 08 San Antonio, TX @ Rah Rah Room
May 09 Austin, TX @ 29th Street Ballroom
May 10 Dallas, TX @ AM/FM

ABOUT WAR ON WOMEN
War On Women's band name is the band’s ethos straight from the get. For well over a decade the group has stood at the frontlines of advocacy, communication, and change, shaping songs in reaction to headlines, news pieces, and current events around intersectional communities with the intention of raising awareness and conveying a response based in humanity rather than division. 

War On Women's lives outside of music allow for new perspectives and understanding that not only balances intersectional perspectives, but sonic dynamics that both rage and inform. From the critically acclaimed recordWonderful Hell to performances at Download Fest Australia, Riot Fest, Warped Tour, a D.O.A song on a new tribute record, tours alongside legendary acts such as Alkaline Trio, Bad Religion, Jawbreaker, and more – it's War On Women's lives outside the band that fuses their music with such passion. Vocalist Shawna Potter is an author, advocate, and Intimacy Coordinator; guitarist Brooks Harlandesigns and fabricates guitar amps; bassist Sue Werner is a senior programming analyst at the Johns Hopkins Institute for data intensive engineering and science; and guitarist Jenarchy is a Rock Camp Director. 

PONTE DEL DIAVOLO Premiere Intoxicating New Album De Venom Natura

Fresh off of leaving a mark on their fiery debut, Ponte Del Diavolo are fanning the flames with their hotly-anticipated sophomore album. Drawing from the dark and dancing depths of the band’s dueling bassists and the raw spirit of their fiery live ritual, De Venom Natura delivers an all the more potent twist of blackened post-punk.

De Venom Natura comes out tomorrow, Friday, February 13 on Season of Mist, but you can hear all seven intoxicating songs today by listening to the full album stream below.

Pre-order & pre-save

https://orcd.co/pontedeldiavolovenomnatura

At the heart of De Venom Natura lies a central concept: Nature as both seduction and toxin, creation and annihilation. The record contemplates poison not as mere destruction, but as a transformative agent within an eternal cycle of life, death and rebirth. Across seven tracks, including “Lunga vita alla necrosi,” and “Il veleno della Natura,” the band articulate this duality through ritualistic repetition, lyrical invocations and a tension-driven sonic architecture.

Emerging from Turin’s underground in 2020, Ponte Del Diavolo have forged a distinct identity rooted in doom, black metal, post-punk and wave. Their uncommon dual-bass configuration remains central to the project’s character, grounding rhythmic guitars beneath wave-tinged female vocals and a raw, dynamic drum pulse. On De Venom Natura, that foundation is pushed further. The core instrumentation was recorded live at The Deepest Sea studio in Turin to preserve the immediacy and tension of their performances.

With De Venom Natura, Ponte del Diavolo extend their boundaries without abandoning their core identity. It is a record that channels stage-born intensity into a controlled studio ritual, where poison becomes revelation and decay becomes a form of consciousness.

PONTE DEL DIAVOLO craft a focused blend of doom, black metal, post‐punk, and wave—an aesthetic they call “blackened post‐punk.” Wave‐tinged female vocals anchor the project’s flaming core, supported by an uncommon dual‐bass setup that grounds the rhythmic guitars and a raw, dynamic drum pulse.

The result is an immersive, tension‐driven sound. Following the initial release of three EPs, the band signed to Season of Mist and unveiled their first full-length album, Fire Blades from the Tomb.

After two years on the road - appearing at leading European festivals such as Roadburn and Inferno in support of their debut - Ponte del Diavolo return with “De Venom Natura,” a record that extends and refines their musical boundaries.

Line-up:
Erba del Diavolo — Vocals
Khrura Abro — Bass
Kratom — Bass
Nerium — Guitar
Segale Cornuta — Drums

Production Credits:
Recorded at The Deepest Sea, Turin, Italy.
Produced & Engineered by Danilo Battocchio.
Mixed by Danilo Battocchio at The Deepest Sea.
Mastered by Magnus Lindberg at Redmount Studios, Stockholm, Sweden.

Guest Musicians:
Francesco Bucci
Sergio Bertani
Vittorio Sabelli
Gionata Potenti

Cover Art:
Francesco Dossena (https://www.instagram.com/facciobruttefacce/)

Photography:
Sergio Bertani

Pre-save & Pre-order: https://orcd.co/pontedeldiavolovenomnatura

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pontedeldiavolo3847
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4mAfr0B2wgIFbVBUAv9btD/
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/ponte-del-diavolo/1639072320
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THE NARRATOR - Announce New Album "Phosphor" + Release Video For Smashing New Single 'Stasis'

Modern Metalcore outfit THE NARRATOR have announced the release of their sophomore album, Phosphor, on May 8th, 2026 via Nuclear Blast Records. The follow-up to their acclaimed debut album Lore offers ten smashing songs that respond to the global crisis with inner exhaustion and shows how close hope and self-destruction are to each other. 

The unfulfilled desire for change comes to life on the brand new single, 'Stasis', which features groove-laced verses, anthemic choruses and the voice of Severin Sailer from new bloods Avralize. Alongside the single, a music video for 'Stasis' has been released, which you can check out below.

Like the previous singles, Phosphor was once again mastered by Ted Jensen (Bring Me the Horizon, Korn & more).

THE NARRATOR navigates the weight of time & the haunting awareness of life’s impermanence. A masterclass in modern metal!

STREAM 'STASIS':
https://thenarrator.bfan.link/stasis

PRE-ORDER / PRE-SAVE PHOSPHOR:
https://thenarrator.bfan.link/phosphor

WATCH THE MUSIC VIDEO FOR 'STASIS' BELOW:

THE NARRATOR LIVE:

10.04.26    UK    Nottingham, Rock City
12.04.26    UK    London, Modern Era Festival
13.04.26    UK    Bristol, The Croft
22.-23.05.26  DE  Camping Battleground Open Air
30.05.26    FR    Artificial Waves Festival
13.06.26    NL    Into The Grave Festival
11.07.26    DE    Free For All Festival
12.-15.08.26  DE  Summer Breeze Festival
04.-05.09.26  DE  Pell Mell Festival
24.10.26    DE    Rocken Hilft Festival

EUROPEAN HEADLINE TOUR 2026

26.09.26   FI   Helsinki, On The Rocks
30.09.26   CH  Aarau, Kiff Aarau
01.10.26   AT  Wien, Flex Café
03.10.26   DE  München, Backstage Club
04.10.26   DE  Stuttgart, Im Wizemann
06.10.26   CZ  Prag, Rock Cafe
07.10.26   DE  Leipzig, WERK 2 - Kulturfabrik Leipzig e.V.
08.10.26   DE  Berlin, Frannz-Club
09.10.26   DE  Hamburg, Bahnhof Pauli
10.10.26   DE  Köln, Club Volta
11.10.26   NL  Haarlem, Patronaat
13.10.26   DE  Wiesbaden, Schlachthof Wiesbaden Kesselhaus
15.10.26   UK  London, The Black Heart
16.10.26   FR  Paris, La Maroquinerie
17.10.26   NL  Tilburg, Little Devil
18.10.26   BE  Antwerp, Kavka Oudaan

TICKETS: https://www.thenarrator.de

About THE NARRATOR:

THE NARRATOR were founded in 2017 in the Ruhr area of Germany and have been captivating audiences with their energetic songwriting and electrifying live performances from the very beginning. After successful tours and festival appearances, THE NARRATOR steadily made a name for themselves in the global metalcore scene.

In September 2024, THE NARRATOR released their highly anticipated debut album Lore – 10 tracks that speak volumes, boasting an impressive 12 million streams across all platforms to this day. Their latest singles, 'Aurora' and 'Pills From The Start' mastered by Ted Jensen (STERLING SOUND – BRING ME THE HORIZON, GREEN DAY, KORN, and many more), proved once again that THE NARRATOR is essential for every modern metal playlist. With their sophomore album 'Phosphore' due out on May 8th and a European headline tour as well as festival appearances later this year, one thing is certain: the best is yet to come!

MELECHESH Unleashes New Single "Raptors of Anzu"

Ancient storms gather once more as MELECHESH unveils their new single, "Raptors of Anzu," accompanied by a striking lyric video that channels mythic devastation and divine revelation. The track is the first offering from the band’s forthcoming digital EP, Sentinels of Shamash, set for release on April 10th via new label home Reigning Phoenix Music.

"Raptors of Anzu" descends into a forgotten age, a time when the Ancient Ones ruled beneath darkened suns and the sea was still land. From Eridu, city of kingship and divine law, the will of Anu is unleashed through storm and destruction. The raptors emerge as agents of fate, enslaving the lost and tearing through failing orders as destiny unfolds beyond mortal control. Rage burns without mercy as empires fall, logic collapses, and ancient mechanisms of the soul are set into motion.

What begins as an Anunnian tale becomes a violent revelation. Death fades, knowledge is unveiled, and cosmic order is shattered only to be restored through fire and ruin. With commanding riffs, ritualistic rhythms, and incantatory vocals, MELECHESH conjures a soundscape as apocalyptic as the myth it embodies.

Regarding the signing, the band shares: "We’re proud to have signed with Reigning Phoenix Music, a label run by true fans who deliver professionalism and a personal touch. After some delays which were not in our hands and we have overcome, we’re ready to present our new EP Sentinels of Shamash, unrelenting, diverse, and true to the MELECHESH spirit. We know about all the anticipation and patience you all displayed so we only deliver the best for you.

Now the focus is to play live everywhere and bring the new songs to the stage, while continuing writing and reworking new material for the next without limiting creativity."

"It is an honor to be able to be part of the next chapter of Melechesh," says Reigning Phoenix Music co-founder Gerardo Martinez. "They are a band that continues to push boundaries and maintaining that rich artistic aspect that makes them so unique."

Sentinels of Shamash, stands as a ceremonial descent into ancient law, fire, and cosmic vigilance. Drawing from Mesopotamian myth and the solar judgment of Shamash, god of truth and justice, MELECHESH crafts an offering steeped in divine wrath and esoteric order. Each composition unfolds like a sacred inscription, invoking forgotten gods, fallen kings, and the eternal tension between chaos and balance.

Through commanding riffs, relentless rhythms, and a sonic architecture that bridges ancient cosmology with modern extremity, Sentinels of Shamash delivers a mythological statement rooted in fire, judgment, ruin, and restoration. The sentinels stand eternal guard over fate itself.

Pre-Save "Sentinels Of Shamash" HERE: https://melechesh.rpm.link/sos

About MELECHESH:

Melechesh was formed in 1993 in Jerusalem with the intent to forge what the band defines as Mesopotamian Metal. Rooted in black metal and thrash, their sound draws deeply from Sumerian and Mesopotamian mythology, cosmic and occult themes, and incorporates Mediterranean and Middle Eastern musical elements into an extreme metal framework. Over the decades, Melechesh has evolved into an international musical and cultural phenomenon, known for its distinct identity, scholarly mythological focus, and uncompromising artistic vision. The band remains a singular force within extreme metal, standing apart through both concept and sound.

Connect With Melechesh: 

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melecheshofficial

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melechesh_official

• Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Melechesh

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelecheshOfficial

• Bandcamp: https://melechesh.bandcamp.com

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1xT4Y7Qz2nJ6TP2PzefRgS

• Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/melechesh/2912018

• Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/11971

LOST SOCIETY Unleash Ravishing New Single & Video "Is This What You Wanted"

Finnish metal force LOST SOCIETY give fans another powerful taste of their upcoming album Hell Is A State Of Mind, set for release on March 6th via Nuclear Blast Records, with the brand-new single 'Is This What You Wanted.'
An emotional and thrilling anthem, the track opens with a grand, cinematic intro driven by strings and acoustic guitars before exploding into a storm of raw, screamed-out emotion. Vocalist Samy Elbanna delivers a visceral performance that cuts deep under the skin, capturing both vulnerability and rage in equal measure. Accompanied by an intense music video, 'Is This What You Wanted' visually underlines the song’s anthemic core and emotional weight, further setting the tone for what promises to be LOST SOCIETY’s most compelling release to date.

Frontman Samy Elbanna comments on the song: "This song comes from the feeling when you’ve worked tirelessly for years on your dream to come true and come to life, and you have these sudden realisations of how many important moments you’ve missed and how big the sacrifices have been that you’ve made along the way. A truly bittersweet feeling, because in the end of the day - they’ve been necessary to ensure your focus on your dreams. Nonetheless, it hurts. 
This comes from the heart and we hope it speaks to you and makes you remember that your loved ones would always have hoped for you to go after your dreams.” 

Listen to 'Is This What You Wanted': 
https://lostsociety.bfan.link/is-this-what-you-wanted

Check out the videoBelow:

Pre-order the album Hell Is A State Of Mind: 
https://lostsociety.bfan.link/hell-is-a-state-of-mind

Kicking off in March 2026, right after the album release, LOST SOCIETY embark on a European tour, hitting cities throughout the UK, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland and Scandinavia. Fans can expect a high-voltage set packed with fan favourites, ferocious riffs, and the band’s unmistakable adrenaline-charged energy.
Supporting the run is the Finnish alternative metal outfit AWAKE AGAIN.

Line up:
Samy Elbanna | Vocals, Guitar
Arttu Lesonen | Guitar
Mirko Lehtinen | Bass
Taz Fagerström | Drums

For more information visit:
https://lostsocietyfinland.com
https://www.facebook.com/lostsocietyfinland/
https://twitter.com/LostSocietyFI
https://www.instagram.com/lostsocietyfi/

IATT Announce New Single "Drift Away" From Forthcoming Album Etheric Realms of the Night

Philadelphia progressive extreme metal visionaries IATT unveil "Drift Away", the first single from their upcoming full length album Etheric Realms of the Night, out May 8, 2026 on Black Lion Records. Accompanied by a cinematic music video, the track serves as the opening chapter of the album’s overarching narrative and its companion film, guiding listeners into the shifting terrain between waking consciousness and the dream world.

"Drift Away" begins in an unexpected place of calm. Gentle acoustic guitar and expressive flute lines create a sense of weightlessness, capturing the moment when the body relaxes and the mind begins to slip beyond the physical world. This atmosphere gradually expands into a vast and immersive soundscape, where layered instrumentation and evolving dynamics mirror the sensation of drifting deeper into sleep.

As the song unfolds, subtle melodic motifs and ambient textures establish the emotional and thematic foundation for the album. The track introduces the core idea behind Etheric Realms of the Night, the exploration of dream states as both refuge and unknown territory. The arrangement moves with deliberate patience, allowing tension and beauty to coexist as the music transitions from fragile serenity into something more powerful and uncertain.

"Drift Away" features guest appearances from Didier Malherbe of Gong on the flute and Ben Karas of Thank You Scientist/Slaughtersun) on violin

Lyrically and conceptually, "Drift Away" represents surrender. It captures the moment of letting go, when awareness softens and the boundary between internal and external reality begins to blur. The band uses this opening chapter to set the tone for the psychological descent that follows across the album’s seven movements and the unfolding narrative of the companion film.

The accompanying video offers the first visual entry point into that larger story. Dreamlike imagery and symbolic scenes mirror the song’s emotional arc, establishing themes that continue throughout the film as the line between reality and the dream realm becomes increasingly unstable.

With "Drift Away", IATT reveal a more atmospheric and emotionally nuanced side of their sound while maintaining the depth and ambition that define their work. The single provides an early glimpse into an album and film experience built on immersion, symbolism, and evolving sonic landscapes, inviting listeners to step beyond the surface of consciousness and into the etheric realms waiting beneath.

About IATT:

IATT is a Philadelphia based progressive extreme metal band known for fusing blackened aggression, technical precision, and cinematic atmosphere into immersive, concept driven works. Their sound moves between ferocity and fragility, combining intricate guitar work, dynamic rhythms, and orchestral textures to create music that feels both emotionally intense and narratively expansive.

Since forming in 2008, IATT has steadily evolved into a project defined by scope and ambition. Each release is approached as a complete experience, with recurring musical themes, symbolic instrumentation, and carefully shaped pacing that guide the listener through psychological and philosophical terrain. Their albums often explore themes such as consciousness, identity, and the tension between reality and inner worlds, expressed through layered arrangements that reward deep listening.

Records like Nomenclature and Magnum Opus established IATT as a band unafraid to stretch the boundaries of extreme metal. Jazz influenced phrasing, classical inspired orchestrations, and atmospheric passages exist alongside relentless riffing and commanding vocal performances, giving their music a multidimensional character that resists simple categorization.

A strong visual and conceptual identity also plays a central role in the band’s work. IATT frequently extend their musical narratives into interconnected visual pieces, reinforcing the emotional and symbolic weight of their albums. This unified approach reflects their belief that sound, story, and imagery can combine to create a deeply immersive artistic statement.

With each new chapter, IATT continue refining their balance of brutality, beauty, and narrative depth, standing as one of the more adventurous and forward thinking voices in modern progressive extreme metal.

IATT is: 
 

• Jay Briscoe – bass, vocals

• Joe Cantamessa – lead guitar

• Alec Pezzano – rhythm guitar, orchestral arrangements

• Paul Cole – percussion

Connect with IATT:
 

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamthetrireme

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iatt_official

• X: https://x.com/iamthetrireme

• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@iatt_official

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6EeKkHWc1PQO7vGUnyWNdr

• Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/iatt/1780562884

• Bandcamp: https://iamthetrireme.bandcamp.com

• Official Website: https://linktr.ee/IATT_Official

• Merch Store: https://merchbooth.net/iatt

• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iatt_official

Unverkalt Break from the Past with Newly Blackened Edge on “Introjects”

Ever since they emerged from Greece’s underground catacombs, Unverkalt have been drawn to the edge. On their upcoming third album, the post-metal luminaries finally plunge into the darkness that’s always waited for them below. While wrestling with the weight of our accursed history, Héréditaire now stands as the band’s heaviest and most heartfelt offering.

Today, Unverkalt are releasing the third and final advanced single from Héréditaire. “Introjects” breaks from the broken beliefs of the past with the band’s newly blackened edge.

“We often carry beliefs and ideas that were never ours but absorbed from the worlds of others”, Unverkalt says. “These dead constructs linger just beneath the surface, quietly shaping us - until something breaks. There’s a moment of dissonance, a crack in the surface, a realization that the weight we carry isn’t ours to bear”.

Watch the bright and blistering video for “Introjects” below.

Héréditaire comes out February 27, 2026 on Season of Mist.

Pre-order

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Can’t wait for Héréditaire? RSVP for the upcoming Bandcamp Listening Party and hear all nine heavy and heartfelt songs before the album comes out.  

Héréditaire Bandcamp Listening Party

February 17 @ 1:30 pm Eastern Time

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Kalavrezou’s mystifying cleans remain one of Unverkalt’s defining traits. Even when trembling beneath the monolithic riff of “I, The Deceit”, her contempt for those who stand by as the world burns is heated when forged alongside her Athenian brother-in-arms Sakis Tolis from Rotting Christ. But as the album draws to a close, Héréditaire ends shadowed in doubt for the future. “Bathed in lies / Can we make it better” she wonders before disappearing into the shivering wake left by “Maladie de ‘Esprit”.

“This album is not meant to resolve”, the band says, “but to dissolve patterns from those who came before, faceless yet familiar. The colors have drained. What remains is veiled in black, not as a symbol, but as a truth that covers everything”.

On Héréditaire, Unverkalt lift the veil on our cursed existence with their heaviest and most heartfelt offering.

Recording Lineup:
Dimitra Kalavrezou — Vocals
Themis Ioannou — Guitars, Keys
Eli Mavrychev — Guitars, Vocals
Joscha Hoyer — Bass
Christian Eggers — Drums

Guest Musicians:
Sakis Tolis — Vocals on "I, The Deceit"

Songwriting Credits:
Comped by Themis Ioannou.
Lyrics by Dimitra Kalavrezou & Eli Mavrychev.
Lyrics for "I, The Deceit" by Dimitra Kalavrezou & Joscha Hoyer.

Recording Credits:
Recorded & Engineered by Unverkalt.
Drums Recorded & Engineered by Christian Eggers at Noir Surge Sound, Berlin, Germany.

Production Credits:
Produced by Themis Ioannou.
Vocals produced by Dimitra Kalavrezou & Eli Mavrychev.
Mixed by Joshua Barber.
Mastered by Lasse Lammert at LSD Studios, Lübeck, Germany.

Cover Art:
Themis Ioannou

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HELLRIPPER Unleashes Electrifying Title Track from Upcoming Opus, "Coronach"

Scotland's ibex-obsessed blackened thrash bastard of Hades, otherwise known as HELLRIPPER, is now unleashing the electrifying title track from his upcoming fourth studio album, 'Coronach,' which will be released worldwide on March 27, 2026 via Century Media Records, making it his debut to the label! The anthemic single, “Coronach,” can now be heard along with a lyric video created by Irvan Dionisi / Theblackvisual.id below.

Hellripper’s mastermind, guitarist/vocalist and songwriter James McBain comments, “A coronach is a vocal lament traditionally performed at funerals in the Scottish highlands. Intertwined with my own words is the poem of the same name by Sir Walter Scott, which served as an inspiration for this story: the funeral of an ambivalent and mysterious figure, revered by his community for his heroic deeds but whose life hid many dark secrets. As well as lyrically, the track is also a musical experiment for me; it was primarily influenced by late 80’s thrash metal along with bands like Bathory, Gallowbraid and Atlantean Kodex. A dash of post-punk, a fair amount of Iron Maiden-style guitar harmonies, some classical references and the haunting wail of the bagpipes fading in the distance: this song feels like the perfect farewell to the album."

'Coronach' can be pre-ordered HERE.

In addition, Hellripper has recently announced a string of support shows for thrash metal legend Testament in Spain and France. In addition, Hellripper will next embark on European headline tour alongside Schizophrenia and Sarcator to promote 'Coronach' and has also revealed a number of festival appearances and two performances in Mexico. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets can be found HERE.

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The brainchild of guitarist/vocalist/solitary force, James McBain, Hellripper has been running like a denim-vested, backpatch-encrusted William Wallace, bravehearting his way through metal's bloodiest battlefields since first coagulating his personal darkness in 2014. Taking armaments from “Kill 'Em All” era Hetfield and “Welcome to Hell” era Mantas, McBain has immersed his fascination with darkness and speed with Scottish history and come with bloody masterpieces like 2023's “Warlocks Grim & Withered Hags” that Metal Injection stated: "Bursts with growth and a mature exploration of darkness and eeriness while maintaining that original high-octane burning”. McBain is presently sharpening his blades and casting new spells that will transmogrify into Hellripper's Century Media debut “Coronach”.

Hellripper Lineup:

James McBain – All Instruments & Vocals

Hellripper live and video performance line-up:

James McBain – Guitar & Vocals

Joseph Quinlan – Guitar

Andy Milburn – Bass

Max Southall – Drums

Album credits:

Recorded and mixed by Hellripper’s James McBain at Coronach Studios in Scotland, UK

Mastered by Damien Herring at Subterranean Watchtower Studios in the USA.

Cover Artwork: Adam Burke / Nightjar Illustration

Formats:

Jewelcase CD

Digital Album

LP (formats below):

- “Black Cuillin” LP on black vinyl (Unlimited, available in Europe)

- “Wild Thistle” LP on transp. magenta vinyl (Ltd. to 400x copies, available from UK retailers and Hellripper)

- “Saltire” LP on blue vinyl (Ltd. to 300x copies, available from selected German & Austrian retailers and from Hellripper)

- “Highland Mist” LP on grey vinyl (Ltd. to 1000x copies, available from Hellripper)

- “Baobhan Sith” LP on transp. forest green vinyl (Unlimited, available in the USA)

- “Granite City” LP on electric smoke colored vinyl (Ltd. to 500x copies, available in the USA)

- “Bean Nighe” LP on ultra clear vinyl (Ltd. to 300x copies, available in the USA from Hellripper)

Pre-order // pre-save: https://hellripperband.lnk.to/Coronach-AlbumID

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The cover artwork was created by Adam Burke / Nightjar Illustration

Haste the Day Announce New Album "Dissenter" Out 5/1 + Share "Shallows" Visualizer

HASTE THE DAY, the metalcore band that made a scene splash in the '00s, returned in 2024 with the video for the new song "Burn." They also appeared at Furnace Fest that year. It was their first music in nearly a decade.

But they didn't stop there. Not a chance! 

Today, the band is thrilled to announce its new album DISSENTER, which arrives May 1 on Solid State Records. It's their first album since 2015. Pre-order it here. 

They have also shared the visualizer for new single "Shallows." Watch it below. 

"'Shallows' captures the core of what we set out to create on this record — aggressive, melodic metalcore," the band says. "Driven by high-energy riffs, heavy breakdowns, and a memorable chorus, the song balances nostalgia with contemporary influence. Lyrically, it confronts disillusionment, corruption, and the cost of defiance."

So absorb all of that insight and then open up the pit...

Haste The Day conjure the sound of coming full circle. The Indiana-bred band rekindles the spark at the heart of their signature style by sharpening the edges, tightening the melodies, and amplifying the scope with cinematic ambition. Haste The Day have clung to their integrity since initially emerging at the turn of the century. Following Burning Bridges [2004] and When Everything Falls [2005], Stephen made his formal debut as the group's frontman on Pressure The Hinges [2007]. The band unleashed a trio of fan favorite offerings, namely Dreamer [2008], the seminal Attack Of The Wolf King [2010], and Coward [2015]. The latter marked their second straight Top 20 entry on the Billboard Top Rock Albums chart and second Top 10 on the Hard Rock Albums Chart. Along the way, they toured with everyone from Hollywood Undead to Norma Jean. Despite going dormant in 2016, they amassed tens of millions of streams and continued to resonate with an ever-expanding audience. As such, their 2023 reunion gig at the sold-out Furnace Fest was met with overwhelming enthusiasm. Returning with their first full-length release in eleven years, the musicians tap into who they were and push forward together on their seventh LP, Dissenter [Solid State].
 

HASTE THE DAY ARE:
Stephen Keech — Vocals 
Scott Whelan — Guitar 
Dave Krysl — Guitar 
Giuseppe Capolupo — Drums 
Michael Murphy — Bass 
Brennan Chaulk — Guitar 

Levels Announce New Album Out 4/10 + Share Video for Double Single "Fume" + "Death Dance"

Central Arkansas quartet LEVELS — Kolby Carignan [vocals], Jager Felice[guitar], Jacob Hubbard [bass], and Dalton Kennerly [drums] — are thrilled to announce the April 10 release of their new album This Will Make You Feel Again via SharpTone Records. Pre-order it here. The band shares the video for the double single "Fume" and "Death Dance."

Watch it below. 

Regarding "Fume," the band states, "The song explores the emotional weight of a relationship pushed to its limits by burnout, miscommunication, and constant internal struggle. Through vivid imagery, it captures the tension between a love that's inevitably turning cold and the desire to try and reignite it. It is a plea for connection, an honest reflection on trying to break through emotional distance and offer refuge before everything is burned."

As for "Death Dance," it's "about obsession — when one person becomes home, poison, and salvation all at once. It's that feeling where leaving seems impossible, but staying slowly kills you. It's caught between survival and surrender, and the song feeds from that space."

The band retains a singular focus with the album — and that's to elicit a visceral response.

"For us, the main priority is to make you feel something," affirms Carignan. "If you come to a LEVELS show or listen to a record, you should leave fully nourished. We don't create songs; we create experiences." 

Overall, This Will Make You Feel Again is more than an album or a statement; it's a call to action. "As creativity becomes shackled to algorithms and artificial intelligence, TWMYFA subverts the standard and unapologetically delivers emotionally charged experiences grounded in reality and rhythm," the band declares. "Through its pulverizing riffs, electric energy, and hypnotic melodies, this release extensively explores elements of the modern human struggle—such as maintaining a sense of identity, reconciling religion with reality, and adapting in the wake of the unimaginable. From the void of collateral content, this album reaches out to offer you an escape: To feel."

LEVELS openly aim to provoke a physical and emotional response with their fluid and future-facing hybrid of metal, pop, drum 'n' bass, and dance music. They deliver pit-ready riffs, hooks tailor-made for arenas, and beat drops that could rouse any after-hours club to life. As such, they effectively encode vampiric sensuality and slick grooves within the metallic framework of 22nd century hard rock anthems. The band will move you in one way or another on their sophomore full-length LP, This Will Make You Feel Again. The group has defied categorization since its formation in 2016. New Noise awarded the PULSE EP [2024] a perfect score of "5-out-of-5," going on to marvel at "the band's ability to seamlessly transition between different genres and change up their sound at any time." Throughout 2025, the collective carefully assembled the album with producer Jonathan Dolese at the helm. Recording at KonKrete Studios in Nashville, TN, they bottled and distilled a wide swath of inspirations and emotions into ten airtight tracks. With such open-hearted honesty, LEVELS will undoubtedly make you feel. "When you hear the record, I hope you feel the way I did back in high school after a friend showed me a new song in the car," Jacob says. "Maybe you'll want to share it with everyone. There would be no better reaction."

Laughing Hyenas That Girl: Recordings 1986-1994 Black Vinyl Out Now

That Girl: Live Recordings 1986-1994 has arrived on black vinyl. Pre-order your copy of the standard 2xLP edition now on any Third Man Records webstore.

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Solo Black Metal Project PETRICHOR Launches Pre-Orders for Debut EP, 'Seduced By Conquering Darkness'

Solo black metal project PETRICHOR is now launching the physical pre-sales for its debut EP, 'Seduced By Conquering Darkness,' in conjunction with Bandcamp Friday. The artist's inaugural music was previously released on digital formats only and will be made available in 10-inch LP.

'Seduced By Conquering Darkness' is an independent release and can now be found below or the official Wolf Mountain Productions website HERE. Orders will be shipped sometime in March.

Album Credits:

Composed & performed by JK

Drums, recording, mixing & mastering by NS

Graphic Design & Photography by Wolf Mountain Productions

For fans of: Gorgoroth (early), Darkthrone, Dissection, Bathory (early)

Links:

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YouTube

Instagram

Apple Music

Spotify

Amazon Music

Merch Store

The cover artwork was created by Wolf Mountain Productions

Brutal Planet Records Announce Lizzy Borden’s The Murderess Metal Road Show Returns — Three Limited-Edition Vinyl Variants

Few live albums capture spectacle, danger, and pure heavy-metal theater the way Lizzy Borden – The Murderess Metal Road Show does. Recorded at the height of the band’s rise, this ferocious live set documents Lizzy Borden in full command—blades flashing, crowds roaring, and American metal exploding from the Sunset Strip straight onto wax.

Now, Brutal Planet Records brings this legendary performance back in a fully remastered 2-LP vinyl edition, cut for maximum impact and pressed across three stunning collector variants. Every version is housed in a deluxe gatefold and mastered specifically for vinyl by Rob Colwell, ensuring the power, aggression, and atmosphere of the original performance hits harder than ever.

Pre-orders begin February 5th, with the albums being released on May 29th.

This album captures Lizzy Borden before the mythology fully hardened—a band already commanding the stage with theatrical violence, razor-sharp musicianship, and an undeniable connection to the crowd. From the explosive opening moments to the patriotic finale of “American Metal,” this is a live document of a band carving its legacy in real time.

More than a concert recording, The Murderess Metal Road Show plays like a full-scale metal production—equal parts concert, horror show, and declaration of intent.

This isn’t just a reissue—it’s a resurrection. Three variants. One legendary performance. No second pressing.

When the lights go down and the needle drops, The Murderess Metal Road Show takes the stage again—louder, heavier, and deadlier than ever.

The most premium edition of the release, pressed on striking red & blue vinyl and limited to just 200 copies worldwide. This version includes an exclusive 8.5×11 printed set list insert featuring a printed Lizzy Borden autograph, making it the definitive collector’s piece for die-hard fans.

Boone's Overstock Webstore Exclusive (Premium Variant)

• Red & Blue Vinyl limited to just 200 copies

• Includes Exclusive 8.5x11 Set List (with printed Lizzy autograph) (only 200!)

• Part of the exclusive Brutal Planet Records Metal Icon Series

• 2-LP Vinyl Deluxe Gatefold with amazing photos!

• Mastered for Vinyl by Rob Colwell (Helstar, Voivod, Lizzy Borden, Starwood)

• First time vinyl has ever been reissued!

• Vinyl includes all original 17 original tracks total

• "Live & Let Die" a cover of the Paul McCartney song, years before Guns 'n Roses

• "(Wake Up) Time to Die" based on the classic movie Blade Runner

• Officially licensed from Metal Blade Records (1986)

• Tracks 16-17 are studio recordings

• Recorded live at Chuck Landis' Country Club, Reseda, CA. Friday, December 13, 1985

Limited to 400 Copies, A visually brutal Blood Moon Swirl pressing that perfectly matches the intensity of the performance. This edition delivers the full Murderess Metal Road Show experience in a deluxe gatefold—no extras, just pure live metal fury.

Limited to 400 Copies, Pressed on bold Metallic Gold vinyl, this variant celebrates Lizzy Borden’s place in American metal history. A classic presentation for fans who want the album loud, proud, and permanently etched into their collection.

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SYLOSIS - drop psychological heavy-hitter 'Lacerations' from forthcoming album 'The New Flesh'

SYLOSIS have revealed the third single from their fiercly anticipated record, The New Flesh, due to drop on February 20th via Nuclear Blast Records. The New Flesh is being hailed as a towering testament to destructive riffing, incisive melody and refined brute force.

Today's new single, the psychological heavy-hitter 'Lacerations', showcases SYLOSIS at a career apex - stacked with anthemic hooks, razor sharp, and heavy-as-hell. The track encapsulates brutality and catchiness in perfect symbiosis.   

Josh Middleton stated,
"Lacerations has become a firm favourite amongst those that have heard the new record. After this song came together during the early stages of writing, I felt a huge sense of relief knowing that we had achieved our best song to date. I couldn’t get the chorus out of my head and that’s usually a good sign. Once we had this song under our belts we knew this album would a big step up in terms of our writing abilities.

Musically it calls back to some of the darker melancholic sounds from Edge of the Earth or even The Supreme Oppressor but with a ton of heavy riffs in there. Lyrically, this song is about facing your own mortality and health anxiety. I think a lot of people can relate to spiralling out of control when they think something’s wrong and how differently you look at your life, and what matters most when confronted with those intrusive thoughts."

Pre-order album The New Flesh here: https://sylosis.os.fan/
Watch the 'Lacerations' video Below :
Stream 'Lacerations' here: https://sylosis.bfan.link/lacerations

SYLOSIS are currently tearing across Europe for their biggest ever tour. Check out all dates below!

Last week, it was announced that Heaven Shall Burn, The Black Dahlia Murder and Frozen Soul, will all be joining the bill for their show on February 20th, at London's O2 Forum Kentish Town. This crushing line-up is guaranteed to be metal’s billing of the year!

SYLOSIS will also be hosting an 'Album Release Party Event' on February 20th from 12-3.30pm, at The Black Heart, Camden. The free-entry event will include an album signing session, a full-band Q&A, a merch pop-up, and food and drink specials.

SYLOSIS will also be touring North America across April and May 2026 with Bleed From Within, Great American Ghost & Life Cycles. Full dates are here:

NORTH AMERICA 2026
w/ Bleed From Within, Great American Ghost & Life Cycles

02.04 - Worcester MA, The Palladium
03.04 - Montreal QC, Theatre Beanfield
04.04 - Toronto ON, Opera House
06.04 - Philadelphia PA, Theatre of the Living Arts
07.04 - Lakewood OH, The Roxy
08.04 - Millville PA, Mr Smalls
10.04 - Detroit MI, St Andrew’s Hall
11.04 - Grand Rapids MI, Elevation
12.04 - Chicago IL, House of Blues
14.04 - Minneapolis MN, Varsity Theatre
15.04 - Lincoln NE, Bourbon Theatre
17.04 - Englewood CO, Gothic Theatre
19.04 - Boise ID, Shrine Social Club
20.04 - Seattle WA, The Crocodile
21.04 - Portland OR, Hawthorne Theatre
22.04 - Roseville CA, Goldfield Trading Post
24.04 - Los Angeles CA, The Regent Theatre 
25.04 - Pomona CA, The Glass House
26.04 - Phenoix AZ, Crescent Ballroom
28.04 - Austin TX, Come and Take It Live
29.04 - Dallas TX, Granada Theater 
01.05 - Tampa FL, The Orpheum
02.05 - Atlanta GA, The Masquerade (Hell)
03.05 - Greensboro NC, Hangar 1819
05.05 - Richmond VA, Canal Club
06.05 - Baltimore MD, Nevermore Hall
07.05 - New York NY, Gramercy Theatre

Tickets on-sale now via https://sylosis-band.com

When the going gets tough, metal gets heavier. SYLOSIS have always been devoted to the fine art of breaking necks, but in recent times, the urgency of their mission has grown exponentially. Still surfing on a wave of acclaim and the effusive fan response to their last album, 2023’s A Sign Of Things To Come, Josh Middleton’s virtuoso wrecking crew are poised to release their latest and best album, The New Flesh. A towering testament to destructive riffing, incisive melody and refined brute force, the band’s seventh full-length offering is a powerful showcase for the state of SYLOSIS in 2025: lethal, uncompromising, and avowedly metal as all hell.  

The New Flesh is a fearsome statement of renewed intent. Harder, heavier and more ruthless than its predecessor, it is full of the kind of explosive, riff-driven anthems that guarantee carnage in the pit. But this is no exercise in mindless bludgeon: instead, Josh Middleton has penned his most evocative and thought-provoking songs to date. From the punishing grooves and breakneck viciousness of the opening 'Beneath The Surface', to the epic conflagration of album closer 'Seeds In The River', The New Flesh is an artful and nuanced take on the pure metal that SYLOSIS hold close to their hearts. This is brutality and catchiness in perfect symbiosis.   

Dark and destructive, but dynamic and diligent, SYLOSIS are on blistering, career-best form on The New Flesh. The purposeful reset that began with The Sign Of Things To Come has evolved into something unstoppable, and the band’s latest work brims with confidence and authority. If it’s skull-shattering, 21st century heavy metal you want, The New Flesh brings it like never before.  

The Amity Affliction Announce New Album "House of Cards" Out 4/24 + Share Title Track

Embracing a new chapter of artistry as a band, The Amity Affliction announce their long-awaited new studio album, HOUSE OF CARDS. 

Releasing via Pure Noise Records on April 24, HOUSE OF CARDS is the first full-length outing from The Amity Affliction to feature clean vocalist Jonny Reeves, who became a permanent addition to the lineup in 2025. 

Bolstering Joel Birch's signature fusion of intense and open lyricism, the arrangements and vocal duality provided by The Amity Affliction throughout the DNA of this new album is set to reaffirm the band’s status as one of heavy music's most dynamic groups.

Today, the band shares the first taste of the new album — the impactful title track "House of Cards." A song penned by Birch for his brother and sister (and himself), taking stock of the relationship shared with their mother — a central figure at the heart of the album.

Open about the difficult nature of the relationship shared between mother and children, Birch unpacks the thematic nature of "House of Cards," saying, "Our mother died in 2024 and none of us had a healthy relationship with her. She was very self-involved, aggressive, abusive in our early years, and in her later years, spent a good amount of time trying to put a wedge between the three of us. Thankfully, once she passed, the three of us actually became closer as we realized we had individual, but shared trauma related to her."

With lyricism directly related to experiences Birch and his siblings experienced during their formative years, "House of Cards" is a song that matches its sonic intensity with emotional weight threaded through its poignant words. 

The single, both as an individual entry and as part of HOUSE OF CARDS' broader tapestry, is a strong moment of acknowledging trauma but in doing so, navigating it with a redefined perspective on life and human relationships. 

Released alongside the track, is the music video for "House of Cards," directed by Daniel Daly.

Watch the music video below:

As demonstrated throughout 2025 with both music ("All That I Remember") and a huge return to touring across North America, Europe, and the UK, the hunger The Amity Affliction share with their global audience when it comes to new material remains fervent. 

Across a two-decade strong career, the band has continued to take strides forward in delivering music that has brought them countless accolades including five ARIA #1 albums, over 1 billion streams, and numerous sold-out tours in both domestic and international markets. The release of HOUSE OF CARDS in 2026 is set to be a powerful addition to a catalogue that remains one of Australia's best. 

In addition to their current Australian tour dates, The Amity Affliction has also been announced as part of the HELLBOUND HEAVY METAL CRUISE for 2027. Setting sail in January 2027, the band will perform alongside heavyweights including PARKWAY DRIVE, ALPHA WOLF, I KILLED THE PROM QUEEN and THY ART IS MURDER. 
 

More info about The Amity Affliction's Australia tour dates HERE.

THE AMITY AFFLICTION ON TOUR IN NORTH AMERCA:
WITH AUGUST BURNS RED, BOUNDARIES + HEAVENSGATE:
4/10 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium*
4/11 — New Haven, CT — College Street Music Hall*
4/12 — Pittsburgh, PA — Stage AE
4/14 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore
4/15 — Atlanta, GA — Tabernacle
4/16 — Orlando, FL — House of Blues
4/18 — New Orleans, LA — The Fillmore
4/19 — Dallas, TX — The Bomb Factory
4/21 — Houston, TX — House of Blues
4/22 — San Antonio, TX — Vibes Event Center (Outdoors)
4/24 — Phoenix, AZ — The Marquee
4/25 — San Diego, CA — Soma
4/26 — Anaheim, CA — House of Blues
4/28 — Sacramento, CA — Channel 24
4/29 — Garden City, ID — Revolution Concert House
5/1 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Union Event Center
5/2 — Denver, CO — The Fillmore
5/3 — Omaha, NE — The Astro Theater
5/5 — Minneapolis, MN — The Fillmore
5/6 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave
5/8 — Chicago, IL — Riviera Theatre
5/9 — Royal Oak, MI — Royal Oak Music Theatre
5/10 — Toronto, ON — History
5/12 — Montreal, QC — Mtelus
5/13 — Brooklyn, NY — Brooklyn Paramount
5/15 — Baltimore, MD — Nevermore Hall
5/16 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple**
5/17 — Philadelphia, PA — The Fillmore
*With Dreamwake, No Heavensgate
**Festival Date (ABR + TAA Only)

INFERI Joins DEFEATED SANITY's North American Spring Tour as Direct Support, Replacing Vulvodynia

Extreme death metal masters INFERI are proud to announce that they will now be joining DEFEATED SANITY as direct support during the band's North American spring tour, in which they will be replacing Vulvodynia. The run will feature additional support from New Zealand’s Organectomy on all dates while Excresence, Scasm, and Horrific Vision will appear on select stops. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets are available HERE.

DEFEATED SANITY comments, "Unfortunately due to outside factors Vulvodynia are no longer able to make this tour. Thankfully Inferi were able to step up here and replace them on short notice."

ICYMI: INFERI will be unleashing its latest studio album, 'Heaven Wept,' on April 10, 2026 via The Artisan Era! The band has recently released the pummeling first single, "The Rapture of Dead Light," along with a music video!

The clip sees INFERI vocalist Stevie Boiser, guitarist/vocalist Malcolm Pugh, guitarist Sanjay Kumar, and new drummer Nate Bigelow embark on an Indiana Jones style quest for the elusive Bigfoot. Watch the band square off with the battle-jacket wearing and headbanging entity to find out if their intricate riffs are a match for the enigmatic beast below.

'Heaven Wept' can be pre-order and pre-saved HERE.

In addition, INFERI is now embarking on the "All So Vile" trek through the UK and Europe as support for CRYPTOPSY along with 200Stabwounds and Corpse Pile. The tour has been selling out at nearly every stop and is still decimating the continent until the final stop in Paris (FR) on February 15.

In addition, INFERI will be performing at producer Dave Otero's inaugural Flatline Festival, which takes place June 13 - 14 at the Oriental Theater in Denver, CO. More info and passes can be found HERE.

Since the explosive success of Inferi's critically-acclaimed and chart topping 2018 full-length, 'Revenant,' the death metal battalion has continued to relentlessly churn like a raging maelstrom, dominating everything in its wake with the band's melodic and virtuosic approach to the genre. 'Heaven Wept' picks up where 2021's 'Vile Genesis' left off, putting forth the same mind-bending compositions and other-worldly musicianship that has set the band apart from their contemporaries. Inferi has risen to become a dominant force among modern American death metal acts since their reunion in 2011. 'Heaven Wept' is a master class in progressive extremity and is certain to make its mark as one of the greatest death metal offerings of this decade.

North American Tour:

(Supporting DEFEATED SANITY w/ Organectomy, Excrescence, Scasm, + Horrific Visions)

04/16 Anaheim, CA @ Parish (HOB)*

04/17 Fresno, CA @ Fulton 55*

04/18 Santa Rosa, CA @ The California*

04/19 Sacramento, CA @ Starlet*

04/21 Seattle, WA @ El Corazon*

04/22 Portland, OR @ Dante’s*

04/23 Boise, ID @ Shredder*

04/24 Salt Lake City, UT @ Ace’s High Saloon*

04/25 Denver, CO @ HQ*

04/27 Milwaukee, WI @ X-Ray Arcade*

04/28 West Chicago, IL @ Social Club+

04/29 Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle+

04/30 Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop+

05/01 Rochester, NY @ Montage Music Hall+

05/02 Clifton, NJ @ Dingbatz+

05/03 Baltimore, MD @ Metro+

05/04 Raleigh, NC @ Chapel of Bones+

05/05 Jacksonville, FL @ The Albatross+

05/06 Tampa, FL @ Orpheum+

05/07 Orlando, FL @ Conduit+

05/08 Pensacola, FL @ Handlebar^

05/09 Houston, TX @ Pub 529^

05/11 Dallas, TX @ Three Links^

05/12 Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live^

05/13 Lubbock, TX @ Jakes^

05/15 Phoenix, AZ @ Nile Underground^

05/16 Las Vegas, NV @ Backstage Bar^

* Excrescence 

+ Scasm

^ Horrific Visions

INFERI U.S. Dates 2026:

06/13: Denver, CO @ Flatline Festival

Formed in 2006, INFERI is an American technical melodic death metal band forged from the depths of Nashville, Tennessee. After reforming in 2011, INFERI emerged onto the global stage with 'The Path of Apotheosis' in 2014. Followed by the acclaimed 2018 release 'Revenant,' which landed at #26 Hard Rock albums and #28 on the Billboard’s Heatseekers charts, solidifying them as a household name in the underground technical death metal scene. Touring across the world with bands such Rivers of Nihil, Archspire, Shadow of Intent, Cryptopsy, Signs of the Swarm, Brand of Sacrifice, Deicide and Revocation allowed INFERI to continue on their upward trajectory. Creeping their way up the charts, and into the minds of new fans with 'The End of an Era: Rebirth' in 2019, their 'Of Sunless Realms' EP in 2020, and 2021's 'Vile Genesis.' Now in 2026 INFERI stands ready to unleash their most devastating album to date, 'Heaven Wept'. 

Since the explosive success of Inferi's critically-acclaimed and chart topping 2018 full-length, 'Revenant,' the death metal battalion has continued to relentlessly churn like a raging maelstrom, dominating everything in its wake with the band's melodic and virtuosic approach to the genre. 'Heaven Wept' picks up where 2021's 'Vile Genesis' left off, putting forth the same mind-bending compositions and other-worldly musicianship that has set the band apart from their contemporaries. Inferi has risen to become a dominant force among modern American death metal acts since their reunion in 2011. 'Heaven Wept' is a master class in progressive extremity and is certain to make its mark as one of the greatest death metal offerings of this decade.

Recording Lineup:

Stevie Boiser - Vocals

Malcolm Pugh - Guitar, Bass, Orchestration, & Vocals

Sanjay Kumar - Guitar & Orchestration

Spencer Moore - Drums

Live Lineup:

Stevie Boiser - Vocals

Malcolm Pugh - Guitar / Vocals

Sanjay Kumar - Guitar

Nate Bigelow - Drums

Album Credits:

All songs written and performed by Inferi
Bass performed by Malcolm Pugh
Orchestration and synth arrangements by Malcolm Pugh

Mixed and mastered by Mike Low
Drums engineered by Mike Low at Top Track Studios
Additional engineering by Erik Johnson
Guitar reamping by Phil Pluskota

Cover Artist: Helge C. Balzer

Album formats:

Digital

CD

Vinyl

Pre-orders: https://ffm.to/inferi

Links:

BANDCAMP

YOUTUBE

TIKTOK

INSTAGRAM

FACEBOOK

X

APPLE MUSIC

SPOTIFY

LABEL WEBSITE

MERCH STORE (USA)

MERCH STORE (EU)

SHEET HAPPENS

SCHATTENMANN Unleash Music Video For New Single "Kamikaze" From Upcoming Album Endgegner Out on March 13, 2026 via PERCEPTION

SCHATTENMANN strike back with the release of the official music video for their new single "Kamikaze". The track is taken from the upcoming studio album Endgegner, set for release on March 13 via PERCEPTION - A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music! Sonically aggressive yet emotionally uplifting, the band once again proves they are not here to play it safe.

“Instead of destruction, this is about joy, energy, and freedom,” says vocalist Frank Herzig. “’Kamikaze’ translates to ‘divine wind.’ Our song captures the feeling of being carried by the moment, uplifted, full of energy, enjoying every second to the fullest while leaving all rules and conventions behind.”

Driven by pounding rhythms, sharp-edged guitars, and an instantly infectious chorus, "Kamikaze" shows SCHATTENMANN at their most explosive and lifeaffirming. Herzig adds: “It’s a positive, high-energy metal track where the ‘divine wind’ carries you, turning risk into euphoria. It’s about living the moment to the max. KAMIKAZE MODE ON!”

Stream / Download "Kamikaze": https://schattenmann.rpm.link/kamikazePR
 

Watch The official video Below:

The song signals a decisive next step for the band and sets the tone for a new chapter in their musical journey. With Endgegner [German for “Final Boss”], SCHATTENMANN present themselves sharper and more focused than ever.

Produced by Henning Verlage, the album represents a clear cut and a deliberate evolution of the band’s sound. Following four studio albums and their first Top 10 chart entry with “Día de Muertos”, SCHATTENMANN continue to prove that change and progression remain at the core of their identity. Heavier, more aggressive, and unapologetically metal, Endgegner sees the band reborn in steel and fire, poised to claim their place in today’s heavy music landscape!

Pre-order Endgegner at this location: https://schattenmann.rpm.link/endgegnerPR

About SCHATTENMANN
Founded in 2016, Nuremberg-based band SCHATTENMANN have entered the metal world by storm! Pinnacling with their top 10 album “Día de muertos” in 2023, the quartet - singer Frank Herzig, guitarist Jan Shook, bass player Luke Shook & drummer Rorschach - paved their way with impactful songwriting but also with energising live shows. A thrilling combination which has resonated with a wide range of range (mostly) European metalheads so far. Sheer metal and continuous touring are the keys of why SCHATTENMANN have become one of the leading German ambassadors in the hard ‘n’ heavy universe within less than 10 years.
 

SCHATTENMANN are:
Frank Herzig | vocals
Jan Shook | guitars
Luke Shook | bass
Rorschach | drum

More on SCHATTENMANN:
schattenmann.band | Linktree | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok
Bandsintown | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music

POWER PALADIN Release Lyric Video For New Single “Glade Lords Of Athel Loren”

Icelandic heavy metal force POWER PALADIN have unveiled a brand-new lyric video for their latest single “Glade Lords Of Athel Loren.” Following the recent release of their first album teaser single “Sword Vigor,” the band now delivers another powerful taste of what’s to come.

The song is taken from POWER PALADIN’s highly anticipated new album Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment, set for release on March 27 via ROAR - A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music, and sees the band embracing classic heavy metal and epic power metal influences, fueled by dynamic riffs, melodic leads and a commanding, larger-than-life atmosphere.

Guitarist and songwriter Atli Guðlaugsson comments: “Glade Lords of Athel Loren is a roaring power metal anthem that chronicles the exploits of the Lords of Laurelorn and their heroic struggle to extinguish the masters of rock and iron.”

Stream / Download “Glade Lords Of Athel Loren”: https://powerpaladin.rpm.link/gladelordsPR

Watch the video clip streaming Below.

With their new offering Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment, POWER PALADIN take the next step in their musical journey. The album features eight epic tracks, each unfolding like a chapter in a sweeping saga of power, mystery and adventure.

Building on the success of their debut With the Magic of Windfyre Steel, the band delivers a more mature and refined sound while fully retaining the energy and spirit that defined their early days. The album was mixed by Haukur Hannes (AUÐN, DYNFARI) and mastered by Frank de Jong (BLEEDING GODS), resulting in a production that is both powerful and crystal clear.

Once again, POWER PALADIN pay homage to their influences - IRON MAIDEN, DIO and HELLOWEEN - while confidently carving out their own place in the modern power metal landscape. The album artwork, created by James Child (Astral Clock Tower Studios), perfectly captures the adventurous and fantastical essence of the record, that promises to be a bold and immersive next chapter for POWER PALADIN!

Pre-Save / Pre-Order Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment here: https://powerpaladin.rpm.link/enchantmentPR

About POWER PALADIN
Formed in Iceland, POWER PALADIN emerged from a shared passion for classic heavy metal, soaring melodies and fantasy-driven storytelling. Since their inception, the band has blended the spirit of traditional power metal with the raw edge of NWOBHM influences, forging a sound that feels both nostalgic and fresh.

Their debut album With the Magic of Windfyre Steel quickly established POWER PALADIN as a rising force in the international power metal scene. With Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment, the band further expands their musical and lyrical universe, proving their dedication to epic songwriting, strong hooks and timeless metal values.
 

POWER PALADIN is:

Atli Guðlaugsson (vocals)

Bjarni Þór Jóhannsson (guitars)

Ingi Þórisson (guitars)

Einar Karl Júlíusson (drums)

Bjarni Egill Ögmundsson (keyboards)

Kristleifur Þorsteinsson (bass)

More on POWER PALADIN:

Website: https://www.powerpaladin.is/

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

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

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerPaladinOfficial