Pop Evil Releases Blistering New Single "The Decay"

January 23, 2026

To mark the one-year anniversary of their acclaimed album What Remains, Pop Evil announce the release of What Remains (Midnight Edition), arriving March 27, 2026.

The band’s new single, “The Decay,” is out today after premiering on SiriusXM Octane yesterday. The track is a riff-forward modern rock track with depth, melody, and staying power.

Regarding the release, Pop Evil shares, “In a world full of pain, lies, distractions, and half-truths, how easy is it to swallow venom dressed up as medicine without recognizing the damage being done? The choice to help or to hurt is ours. This song is raw, uncomfortable, and honest, an invitation to face the darkness, accept responsibility, and choose to make a difference while you still have time.”

To further reflect this mindset, the band made the conscious decision to forgo any use of AI in crafting the official visualizer. Directed by Sam Shapiro and produced by the skilled CGI team at VSRL Company, the visualizer reinforces the song’s core message: what we choose to create and support truly matters. Watch it below.

What Remains (Midnight Edition) expands the album’s powerful legacy with new material, including “The Decay” and a studio-refined reimagining of the iconic ’80s anthem “Don’t You (Forget About Me),” reimagined through Pop Evil’s unmistakable modern-rock lens.

Originally released as Pop Evil’s most uncompromising and emotionally exposed body of work to date, What Remains stands as both a sonic reckoning and a personal confession. Heavier, darker, and more direct than anything the band has released before, the album channels arena-ready modern rock and metal into a deeply introspective narrative, with frontman Leigh Kakaty laying bare the truths, scars, and battles that shaped both his life and the band’s e

With What Remains (Midnight Edition), Pop Evil completes a full creative arc, stripping away armor, confronting the past, and standing firmly in the present. It is a reckoning with who Leigh Kakaty was, who he is now, and who he’s determined to become. More than an anniversary release, the Midnight Edition solidifies What Remains as the definitive Pop Evil statement, unflinching, unapologetic, and impossible to ignore.

Pop Evil tour dates:

Feb 6 - Destin, FL - Club LA
Feb 7 - Birmingham, AL - Workplay
Feb 9 - Ft. Lauderdale, FL - FTL War Memorial*
Feb 10 - Tampa, FL - Yuengling Center*
Feb 12 - Biloxi, MS - The Sanctuary
Feb 13 - Houston, TX - 713 Music Hall*
Feb 14 - Dallas, TX - South Side Ballroom*
Feb 15 - San Antonio, TX - Boeing Center at Tech Port*
Feb 18 - Phoenix, AZ - Arizona Financial Theatre
Feb 19 - Las Vegas, NV - The Portal at Area15
Feb 20 - Los Angeles, CA - The Kia Forum*
Feb 21 - Wheatland, CA - Hard Rock Live*
Feb 22 - Portland, OR - Hawthorne Theatre
Feb 24 - Salt Lake City, UT - The Union Event Center*
Feb 25 - Grand Junction, CO - Mesa Theatre
Feb 26 - Loveland, CO - Blue FCU Arena*
Feb 27 - Omaha, NE - Steelhouse Arena*
Feb 28 - St. Louis, MO - The Factor*
Mar 2 - Des Moines, IA - Vibrant Music Hal*l
Mar 3 - Minneapolis, MN - Armory*
Mar 4 - Chicago, IL - The Salt Shed*
Mar 6 - Milwaukee, WI - Landmark Credit Union Live*
Mar 7 - Cincinnati, OH - Andrew J Brady Music Center*
Mar 8 - Detroit, MI - The Fillmore*
Mar 10 - Pittsburgh, PA - UPMC Events Center*
Mar 11 - Philadelphia, PA - The Met*
Mar 12 - Boston, MA - MGM Music Hall at Fenway*
Mar 14 - Virginia Beach, VA - The Dome*
Mar 15 - Washington, DC - The Theatre at National Harbor*
Mar 17 - Greensboro, NC - Greensboro Special Events C*
Mar 18 - Atlanta, GA - Coca-Cola Roxy*
Apr 6 - Halifax, CAN - Scotiabank Center*
Apr 9 - Laval, CAN - Place Bell*
Apr 11 - Toronto, CAN - Great Canadian Casino Resort*
Apr 12 - Sault Ste. Marie, CAN - The Machine Shop
Apr 14 - Winnipeg, CAN - Burton Cummings Theatre*
Apr 17 - Edmonton, CAN - Edmonton Convention Centre*
Apr 18 - Calgary, CAN - Grey Eagle Event Centre*
Apr 20 - Vancouver, CAN - PNE Forum*
Apr 22 - Billings, MT - Pub Station
Apr 24 - Dubuque, IA - Q Casino
Apr 25 - Moline, IL - Rust Belt
Apr 26 - Bloomington, IL - Castle Theatre
Apr 28 - Kansas City, MO - Truman
Apr 29 - Indianapolis, IN - Hi-Fi

* Supporting Sabaton

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BLOOD OF ANGELS Release New Single “The Last Rites” and Announce Upcoming Album Les Agnst ov Thanatou

January 22, 2026

BLOOD OF ANGELS have unveiled their new single “The Last Rites”, offering a powerful first look into their forthcoming full-length album Les Agnst ov Thanatou, scheduled for release on June 21, 2026. Accompanied by an official lyric video, the single marks a pivotal chapter in the band’s most ambitious and emotionally driven work to date.

“The Last Rites” serves as a thematic cornerstone of Les Agnst ov Thanatou, a concept album centered on mortality, grief, ritual, and the psychological weight of loss. The song captures the moment where struggle gives way to ceremony, reflecting the human need for closure when confronting death. Musically, BLOOD OF ANGELS balance crushing aggression with deliberate structure, blending rhythmic groove, high-speed intensity, and melodic precision to create a track that is both forceful and reflective.

Lyrically, “The Last Rites” explores the stillness that follows life’s final breath. It examines fear, release, and remembrance, presenting death not as chaos, but as a passage shaped by ritual and reflection. The track stands as a transition point within the album’s narrative, preparing the listener for deeper psychological and emotional confrontations ahead.

Les Agnst ov Thanatou represents a significant evolution for BLOOD OF ANGELS. Written during a period marked by widespread uncertainty and personal loss, the album presents a unified narrative that traces humanity’s response to death through resistance, ritual, memory, and acceptance. Recorded at Underground Studios in Tampa, Florida, the album was produced by Bob Noxious, Preston DiCarlo, and BLOOD OF ANGELS, with mixing by Preston DiCarlo and mastering at Soundlab in New York City.

Since forming in 2017, BLOOD OF ANGELS have earned international recognition for their songwriting, musicianship, and uncompromising vision. Their accolades include the 2023 Hollywood Independent Music Award for “Best Rock/Metal Song” and multiple Akademia Music Awards. In 2025, the band completed a sold-out headlining European tour, further establishing their presence on the global metal stage.

With “The Last Rites,” BLOOD OF ANGELS begin the descent into Les Agnst ov Thanatou, inviting listeners to confront mortality through sound, story, and emotion.

BLOOD OF ANGELS has earned multiple industry awards for songwriting and performance, including honors from the Hollywood Independent Music Awards and Akademia Music Awards. In 2025, the band completed a sold-out headlining European tour, further establishing their presence on the international metal stage.

With a commitment to artistic growth and respect for metal’s legacy, BLOOD OF ANGELS continues to push forward with music that is heavy, deliberate, and emotionally resonant.

BLOOD OF ANGELS is:

Randy Reyes – Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Aaron Robinson – Guitar
Jonathan Rushford – Drums, Keyboards
The Maggot – Bass, Background Vocals

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AGENBITE MISERY Release New Single “Circe” from Forthcoming Album Remorse of Conscience

January 22, 2026

New Hampshire experimental extreme-metal trio AGENBITE MISERY have unveiled “Circe,” the latest single from their forthcoming debut album Remorse of Conscience, due out February 6, 2026.

A more direct black metal track filtered through a psychedelic, exploratory lens, “Circe” adapts the fifteenth chapter of James Joyce’s Ulysses, the infamous “Nighttown” episode, into sound. In the novel, Leopold Bloom and Stephen Dedalus drift drunkenly through Dublin’s red-light district as the chapter dissolves into a feverish hallucination filled with nightmares, guilt, satire, and fleeting grace. AGENBITE MISERY translate this dream logic into music built from hypnotic, undulating riffs that blur structure and sensation, leaving the listener suspended in a disorienting haze.

Rhythmically, the song is deliberately unstable, simultaneously implying both 4 and 6 feels as guitar, bass, and drums suggest conflicting patterns. Arpeggiated chords float over exotic drum figures before collapsing into tremolo-picked, unresolved progressions that nod toward acts like Deathspell Omega. The trance fractures at key moments. Ascending organ lines usher in a shout-along, almost hardcore-tinged chorus driven by skank beats and pick scrapes, while two contrasting guitar solos, one sinister and galloping, the other melodic and angular with an Opeth-inspired edge, cut through the fog. The track ultimately returns to its central riff in a subdued, atmospheric form, mirroring the emotional comedown after a long night of intoxication.

Lyrically, “Circe” draws directly from Joyce’s text, favoring vivid imagery and dark humor over linear narrative. Lines evoke Dublin’s nocturnal landscape dissolving into pastoral hallucinations, robed figures speaking in many tongues, Bloom’s self-lacerating fantasies, and Stephen’s haunted psyche. The song closes on one of the novel’s most poignant moments, Bloom’s vision of the ghostly son he never had, a fragile reminder of humanity and perseverance amid the chaos.

Remorse of Conscience adapts Ulysses into eight aggressive, atmospheric compositions that merge blackened sludge, dissonant death metal, post-punk, and ambient drone. Written in 2023 and recorded in 2024, the album was self-produced by the band, mixed by Eric Sauter, and mastered by Brad Boatright. While steeped in dense literary reference, the record ultimately reaches beyond academia toward the raw human experience at its core, confronting the question of whether meaning can still be found amid modern ruin. AGENBITE MISERY’s answer is unambiguous. Yes.

In support of the album, AGENBITE MISERY will embark on a four-date Northeastern tour this February:

February 5 – Blue, Portland ME (with ERGI, INGRATE, BÜZEM)
February 6 – Riverhill Grange, Concord NH (with IMIPOLEX, BENEATH PURGATORY, PERFECT SUFFERING)
February 7 – AS220, Providence RI (with RHIZARIA, CAREGIVER, SATAN WEED)
February 8 – O’Brien’s, Allston MA (with NORTH STAR THE WANDERER, GLOOMLURKER, HEXROT)

AGENBITE MISERY exists at the edge of metal and the margins of modern art, translating abstract ideas into concrete sound with unrelenting force. Whether performing live or recording in isolation, their ethos remains constant: dig deeper, aim higher, and never repeat what has already been done.

AGENBITE MISERY is:
Sam Graff – Guitars / Vocals / Synth
Cam Netland – Bass / Vocals
Adam Richards – Drums / Vocals

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Hear Alkaloid's New Album a Day Early

January 22, 2026

Alkaloid know no bounds. Since joining forces in 2013, the supergroup has rearranged the very composition of progressive death metal. But upon returning to the stage last summer, Morean, Hannes Grossman, Linus Klausenitzer, Justin Hombach and Max Blok proved once and for all why they are metal’s maddest scientists. Their new live album, Bach Out of Bounds, is a genre-defying experiment that only true maestros can perform.

Bach Out of Bounds comes out tomorrow, Friday, January 23, but you can hear the all eight explosive compositions today by listening to the full album stream below.

“The audience who came and saw these performances went crazy for it”, Morean remembers. “I’m so happy that we can now share them with people everywhere. People aren’t going to know what hit them. Bach Out of Bounds is very different from what other metal bands – or even Alkaloid – normally do”.

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Chat with Alkaloid about their classical new invention tomorrow during the band’s Reddit AMA.

Alkaloid Bach Out of Bounds Reddit AMA

Friday, January 23 @ 18 CET / Noon Eastern Time

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Recorded live in the Netherlands, Bach Out of Bounds brings the revered composer in conversation with the heaviest of underground arts. Across three separate performances – at the Bachfestival in Dordrecht, Paard van Troje in The Hague and on November Music in Den Bosch – Alkaloid present three faithful renditions of Bach classics alongside an award-winning ensemble. Heavenly vocals grace sacred aria “Agnus Dei”. Even the hellacious guitar solo on “Allegro” achieves perfect harmony with softly shredding strings.

Of course, being metal’s mad scientists, Alkaloid also unveil some fresh creations by re-imagining songs from their own acclaimed catalogue in Bach’s image. As if summoned by a siren’s call, “Beneath the Sea” is revealed as a speaker-shaking precursor to the band’s monster hit “Cthulhu”. New song “Haunter of the Void” goes where no metalhead has gone before: following a digitized brain into deep space's crushing void. “These will change everything”, Morean growls as “The Fungi from Yuggoth” spawns into a headbanging symphonic mutation.

With Bach Out of Bounds, Alkaloid deliver a classically innovative performance as only true maestros can.

With Bach Out of Bounds, Alkaloid deliver a classically innovative performance as only a true maestro can.

Lineup:
Morean — Vocals, Guitar
Hannes Grossmann — Drums
Linus Klausenitzer — Bass
Justin Hombach — Guitar
Max Blok — Guitar

Guest Musicians:
Max Blok — Guitar
Rianne Wilbers — Soprano
Chrysa Tsaltampasi — Soprano
Julija Hartig — Violin
Oene van Geel — 5-String Violin
Marieke Hopman — Accordion
Ketevan Roinishvili — Cello

Recording Credits:
Recorded live in The Netherlands at Bibelot (Dordrecht) & Paard van Troje (The Hague).
Front of house engineer: Laurens Voois

Production Credits:
Produced by Alkaloid.
Mixed by Hannes Grossman at Mordor Sounds, Germany.
Mastered by Victor Bullok at Woodshed Studio, Germany.

Songwriting Credits:
Music for "Allegro", "Adagio - All Is Vanity" and "Agnus Dei" written by Johann Sebastian Bach.
Music for "Cthulhu" written by Morean and Hannes Grossman.
Music for "Beneath the Sea" and "Haunter of the Void" written by Morean.
Music for "A Fool's Desire" written by Hannes Grossman.
Music for "The Fungi from Yuggoth" written by Christian Münzner.
Lyrics to "Adagio - All Is Vanity" based on "Es ist alles eitel" by Andreas Gryphius and adapted by Morean.
Lyrics to "Agnus Dei" taken from John 1:29.
Lyrics to "Beneath the Sea", "Cthulhu", "Haunter of the Void", "A Fool's Desire" and "The Fungi from Yuggoth" written by Morean.

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SODOM RELEASE NEW VIDEO AND SINGLE FOR REMIXED VERSION OF ‘JABBA THE HUTT’

January 22, 2026

Sodom’s, 1994 album Get What You Deserve didn’t stick to any of the rules of the era. "We just wanted to sound completely nuts — full-on, in-your-face madness - it was pure Sodom just not giving a damn. Especially not about what anyone else was doing. We wanted to do what felt right to us — raw, grimy, unpolished. Songs that would make other people cringe — that’s what we were after."

The new single 'Jabba the Hutt' is one such track, and it may appear that it‘s named after a Star Wars character — but it’s actually about a real person. When asked about it, Tom Angelripper and Andy Brings respond in unison: "We won’t comment on that."

The accompanying video is cut from archive camcorder footage of the infamous photoshoots for both the grotesque album cover of 'Get What You Deserve' and it’s preceding EP, 'Aber Bitte Mit Sahne' and provides a snapshot into the warped minds of Sodom in 1994!

Thirty-two years later, this snarling beast is being unleashed on the metal community once again. A timeless punch to the gut — or, as Maik Weichert, guitarist and mastermind of German metalcore heroes Heaven Shall Burn, puts it: “The best punk album of the nineties!”

RELEASE NEW Video AND SINGLE FOR REMIXED VERSION OF ‘JABBA THE HUTT’ Listen Below

PLUS PREORDERS & EXCLUSIVE MERCH HERE
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Get What You Deserve will be released as an extensive box set, remastered and newly mixed by Andy Brings, including the remastered and remixed Aber Bitte Mit Sahne EP, plus the first concert with Atomic Steif as a bonus double LP and a DVD with additional live shows. Alongside the original hotel room cover, the package also includes the censored version with the band photo and the originally planned artwork featuring a Knarrenheinz painting by cult artist Andreas Marschall.

Get What You Deserve will be released on February 27, 2026 via BMG and is available for pre-order now.

Sodom’s deluxe, expanded reissue of Get What You Deserve is available in these formats.

Box set including 5LP’s on deluxe colour wax, book, poster and DVD.
Double, gatefold milky clear vinyl.
Triple CD digisleeve with 24 page booklet

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TYKETTO RELEASE UPLIFTING SINGLE/VIDEO ‘WE RISE’ NEW ALBUM – CLOSER TO THE SUN – OUT MARCH 20 TH

January 21, 2026

Hard rocking songsmiths Tyketto release the video for second single ‘We Rise’, taken from the upcoming studio album Closer To The Sun, set for release Friday, March 20th, via Silver Lining Music. For pre-orders go to

this location.

A strong spirit of optimism and forward drive powers the album’s more arena-ready passages, as Tyketto tap back into their classic arena rock roots —most strikingly on

‘We Rise’.

“In the spirit of ‘Don't Come Easy’ we set out to create a couple of real arena rock anthems and ‘We Rise’ is definitely one of those.” comments vocalist and founding member Danny Vaughn. “It also marked the first real collaborative effort within the band for this album. Harry brought in the guitar riff and the chorus. Chris and I fleshed out the arrangement and the lyrics and before you know it, magic happened! It's a simple message; when you get knocked down, keep getting back up!”

Watch/Listen to ‘We Rise’ Below – directed and edited by Scott Wardell; filmed by Paul Hollingsworth at Base Studios 1, Stourbridge.

Throughout Closer To The Sun, Tyketto speak to the listener about true life loves, losses and pleasures. From the title track’s triumphant, soaring appreciation of love’s power, to the punchy rawness built to make fists rise and hearts race of “Hit Me Where It Hurts”, to the power balladry of

“The Picture”, Tyketto continue to confidently stride the same musical terrain as the likes of Whitesnake and Aerosmith, with the added bonus of being fresh to the ears of many.

Joined by Harry Scott Elliott on guitar, Ged Rylands on keyboards, Chris Childs (Thunder) on bass and Johnny Dee(Doro) on drums, Vaughn leads a lineup that brings exceptional performances and undeniable fire to every track, reaffirming Tyketto as one of rock’s most respected and enduring names. Closer To The Sun was recorded across multiple studios in the UK and Europe, including Flip Flop Studios and the legendary Rockfield Studios in Wales.

Watch/Listen to the recently released ‘Higher Than High’ at this location – directed and edited by Scott Wardell; filmed by Paul Hollingsworth at KK’s Steel Mill.

In support of the album’s release, Tyketto have already announced a string of dates for 2026, kicking off at

Planet Rock’s Winter’s End festival in Porthcawl, Wales—and with a full UK Tour set for the spring and European shows to be revealed soon, fans should keep their eyes peeled for what’s coming next.

For a full list of upcoming shows and tickets visit: tyketto.com

Band Line-Up:

DANNY VAUGHN – Lead & backing vocals, acoustic & electric guitars, harmonica, keyboards and percussion

CHRIS CHILDS – Bass Guitar, percussion, keyboards, backing vocals

JOHNNY DEE – Drums, percussion, backing vocals

HARRY SCOTT ELLIOTT – Lead and rhythm electric guitars, percussion, backing vocals

GED RYLANDS – Keyboards, percussion, backing vocals

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Via Doloris Announces Debut Album Guerre et Paix

January 21, 2026

Via Doloris is rooted in an inward journey rather than orthodoxy. Conceived in solitude and shaped by discipline, composer and multi-instrumentalist Gildas Le Pape traces a restrained and introspective path through black metal’s formal foundations, guided by melody, atmosphere and emotional clarity. He’s joined by Frost, the legendary drummer of Satyricon and 1349, who provides a sense of persistence, grounded and unyielding.

Today, Via Doloris is announcing its debut album Guerre et Paix. Positioned at the heart of the album, lead single “For the Glory” traces a slow ascent from an inner collapse to a fragile sense of self-awareness, capturing a core tension between endurance and surrender.

Watch the video for “For The Glory” Below;

Guerre et Paix comes out March 20 on Season of Mist.

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“For The Glory” reflects the inward struggle that defines Guerre et Paix. The song is a confrontation with suffering that offers no clear resolution. Harmony remains intentionally unresolved, suggesting that meaning is found not in triumph, but in the act of enduring itself. This encapsulates Via Doloris’ approach to black metal: severe and disciplined in form yet fundamentally cathartic. Atmosphere, emotional release and inner clarity outweigh spectacle or excess.

Via Doloris is the vision of founder Gildas Le Pape. Through sound, he crafts a world where emotion, discipline, and atmosphere converge — a place to give shape to what cannot be spoken. Rooted in solitude and shaped by the interplay of darkness and beauty, the project confronts the gravity of existence: the quiet burdens we carry, the hidden wounds time buries deep, the road to death. This “Way of Suffering” unfolds as a passage through pain in search of meaning, and the distant, flickering promise of rebirth.

Line-up:

Gildas le Pape — Lead Vocals, Choirs, Guitars, Bass

Frost — Session Drums

Production Credits:

Drums and vocals recorded at Red Room Studios, Norway.
Drums and vocals engineered by Mattis Elvestuen, guitars engineered by Gildas Le Pape & Mattis Elvestuen.

Produced by Gildas le Pape.

Mixed by Nicolai Codling & Gildas le Pape.

Mastered by Magnus Gulbrandsen at Jeløy Sound Mastering.

Guest Artist:
Raido (Ferriterium, Heimsgard, Karne) — Guest Vocals on Track 3.

Cover Art:

Artwork by Gildas le Pape.

Photography:

Cover artwork & press photography by Linnea Syversen.

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Myrath Share New Single "Soul of My Soul" From "Wilderness of Mirrors" Out 3/27

January 21, 2026

NEW ALBUM WILDERNESS OF MIRRORS OUT MARCH 27 — PRE-ORDER

Tunisian–French metal innovators Myrath release their new single "Soul of My Soul," a deeply emotional and intimate song about love, loss, and the bond that survives beyond time and absence.

Rather than mourning what is gone, the band explores memory as something eternal — a presence that lingers in every breath, every silence, every corner of the mind. Blending heartfelt melodies with Myrath's signature cinematic power, "Soul of My Soul" unfolds as a moving and beautifully crafted piece that feels both fragile and infinite.

Listen to the new single below:

Wilderness of Mirrors will be released March 27 and features 10 brand-new, emotionally charged tracks that continue Myrath's evolution of blending their influences with progressive and power metal. 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 cinematic music 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 legendary 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.

Pre-order the new album HERE.

Tickets and more info about Myrath's 2026 European tour HERE.

Only Human Announce Inventive Debut 'Planned Obsolescence'

January 20, 2026

No matter the day and age, progressive metal never strays from the cutting edge. ONLY HUMAN are fresh on the scene having now signed with Season of Mist. But the Danish upstarts are already on the brink of a major discovery with their inventive debut album. Planned Obsolescence pushes prog metal in a truly forward-thinking direction while warning of our not-too-distant dystopia.

“We wanted ONLY HUMAN to be about something”, says vocalist Patrick Grønbæch Christensen, who also produced, mixed and mastered their debut album. “Planned Obsolescence is supposed to wake people up to all the ways technocracy is encroaching on society. We now live in a reality where humans are products to be consumed and disposed”.

Today, ONLY HUMAN are announcing Planned Obsolescence with a suspenseful video for the album’s lead single. “Automata” transmits a chilling message for the future, but the band’s cutting-edge fusion hits like a deep breath of fresh air.

Watch the video for “Automata” below;

Planned Obsolescence comes out March 27, 2026 on Season of Mist.

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Concept albums are standard procedure for metal, especially when it comes to the prog space. But when the five members of ONLY HUMAN came together via online and IRL connections, they wired the entire band’s framework around one encroaching idea. “Automata” surfs its synthetic grooves with clear command, as if by simply pressing a button. Though beneath its shining surface, the song processes the inherent danger in letting technology determine our individual thought patterns. During the music video, three thrill seekers follow guidance from their smartphone. Good times are had along the way, but tragically, they never stop to question whether it’s leading them to a dead end.

“We’ve offloaded critical thought”, Christensen explains. “We’re not really doing things because we want to do them. It’s because an algorithm has decided that’s what we should do”.

Planned Obsolescence is fueled by existential dread. Like a virus, electronic beats hack into the hard drive of “Automata”, much in the same way that technology continues to creep into our everyday lives. But that doesn’t mean that the album leaves us without hope. There’s nothing broken, outmoded or dated about ONLY HUMAN. When main-frame shaking riffs reduce the song to digital ash, their message rings out loud and clear. “Defy and learn to walk again”.

“When the world is going badly, the reason is because people gave up”, says Christensen. “Things aren’t hopeless. We can absolutely fight back. Hopefully, this album gets people to think about valuing humanity over profit”.

Catch ONLY HUMAN live and in the flesh this year, starting next weekend in Denmark with Svartsot.

The video for “Automata” was directed by muyingo.

Additional video credits

Starring: Ross Mangal Khan, Elyas Ben, Mads Højlund

Producer: Johan Dahlerup

Production Manager: Lou Wroblewski

Editor - Benjamin Giese Binzer

Director of Photography - Tobias Horvath

1st Assistant Camera - Mikke D. Jensen

2nd Assistant Camera - Johan Rostrup

Steadicam Operator - Noah Obel

Gaffer - Leonardo Bosetti

Light Equipment - Malik Thomsen

Sound Recording - Chris Kenter

Sound Design - Guilherme Magrin

Production Design - Martha Wallstrøm

Costume & Makeup Artist - Sofie Bau

PA- Mohammes Hussain

Visual Effects Artist - Marco Vegh

Storyboard Artist - Abu Shukran

Behind the Scenes - Jackson Heeley

ONLY HUMAN’s vision for the future verges on apocalyptic. “Breach” closes the album by looking past the point of no return. Amidst its crushing despair, even the song’s glowing keys appear like a comet bound for Earth. But while fueled by existential dread, Planned Obsolescence isn’t void of hope. After all, there’s nothing broken, outmoded or dated about this new band. Unlike the attempts of artificial intelligence, their fusion of prog, djent, hard rock and electronic soundscapes is the product of much care and hard work. They had to tinker with several different versions before “Steep Descent” finally reached its climactic bridge. "Cast your flame beyond this bleak reality”, Christensen beckons as dizzying melodies and a stellar guitar solo propel him and his bandmates into the next stratosphere.

“When the world is going badly, the reason is because people gave up”, Christensen concludes. “Things aren’t hopeless. We can absolutely fight back. Hopefully, this album gets people to think about valuing humanity over profit”.

Lineup
Patrick Grønbæch Christensen- Vocals
Martin Hastrup - Guitars
JaCK Kijne - Guitars
Andreas Pröll - Drums
Guillaume Blanjean - Bass

Recording, Mixing and Mastering Studio
Only Human Studio

Production Credits
Producer & Sound Engineer - Patrick Grønbæch Christensen
Mixing Engineer - Patrick Grønbæch Christensen
Mastering Engineer - Patrick Grønbæch Christensen (Digital and CD), Brett Caldas-Lima (Vinyl)

Cover Art
Guillaume Blanjean

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Available Formats
CD Digipack
12" Vinyl Jacket (Black)
12" Colored Vinyl (Transparent red with black and white splatters)
12" Colored Vinyl (Transparent red and black marbled)

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ANTIMOZDEBEAST Releases New Single "Torn Mentality," Announces Forthcoming Album The Vagrant Unkempt Grave

January 20, 2026

ANTIMOZDEBEAST, the extreme industrial and electronic black metal project of multi instrumentalist and producer Gabriel Palacio, has released the new single "Torn Mentality". The track stands as one of the core thematic works from the upcoming full length album The Vagrant Unkempt Grave, scheduled for release on May 15, 2026.

"Torn Mentality" explores a fevered psychological state shaped by spiritual contradiction, ideological pressure, and emotional fracture. The song moves through cycles of fatalism, distrust, devotion, and resentment, reflecting a consciousness pulled between belief and rejection. Repeated invocations of paradise, treachery, blasphemy, and religion function as confrontational signals rather than absolutes, mirroring the instability of faith and identity in a world governed by imposed meaning. Industrial electronics, ritual atmospheres, and blackened intensity collide to create a tense and immersive composition that reflects the album’s broader narrative.

ANTIMOZDEBEAST announces the release of its new full length album The Vagrant Unkempt Grave. The record will be self released on May 15, 2026 and represents the next stage in the project’s ongoing examination of spiritual conflict, psychological unrest, and the erosion of collective belief systems.

Pre-Order the album on Bandcamp HERE: https://antimozdebeast.bandcamp.com/album/the-vagrant-unkempt-grave

Active since 2019, ANTIMOZDEBEAST has developed a distinct sound built on harsh electronic structures, ritualistic pacing, and confrontational vocal expression. The Vagrant Unkempt Grave expands this approach into a cohesive meditation on the vagrant soul, the decay of creation, and the search for truth within systems shaped by myth, power, and distortion. The album spans seven tracks across fifty five minutes, including "Solitude", "The Temple of Vindication", and "Torn Mentality", and presents a continuous descent through themes of isolation, belief, manipulation, and internal collapse.

All music on The Vagrant Unkempt Grave is written, performed, recorded, mixed, mastered, and visually conceptualized by Gabriel Palacio. The album reflects a fully autonomous creative process and continues the project’s focus on exposing fractures within religion, politics, and social structures while encouraging critical thought and personal awakening.

About ATIMOZDEBEAST:

ANTIMOZDEBEAST is the extreme industrial and electronic black metal project of American composer and multi instrumentalist Gabriel Palacio, an artist whose life and work are shaped by equal parts suffering, persistence, and spiritual inquiry. Born in Queens, New York in 1985 with congenital heart disease, Gabriel underwent his first open heart surgery at age three and spent his childhood navigating both medical fragility and the intense religious expectations of a massive family rooted in Catholic tradition. His mother, once bound for a life as a nun, left the convent path to immigrate to the United States, where she raised Gabriel and his brother within a home steeped in devotion, ritual, and the tension between faith and individuality. By age fifteen Gabriel had already committed himself to music, turning to instruments not only as creative outlets but as anchors in a life marked by psychological struggle and the early onset of mental health challenges that continued into adulthood.

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Pennsylvania Indie rockers Robin Ross & The Melodynes share 'Echo of Love', a shimmering anthem of sonic intimacy

January 20, 2026

Pennsylvania outfit Robin Ross & The Melodynes welcome the new year with their new single 'Echo of Love', a rhythmic exercise in romantic resonance that captures the high-frequency hum of two souls colliding in perfect, melodic symmetry. A shimmering anthem of sonic intimacy, Ross frames true love as a permanent vibration—one that holds its ground long after the music stops.

This is the second offering from the band's sophomore 'Mind Space' album, forthcoming via RPM Entertainment, which was recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studio on the Mountain in Milford, Pennsylvania. Ross produced and engineered this album, along with famed engineer Jonathan Duckett (Phillip Glass, Kenny G, David Sanborn).

"This is a song based on a very melodic rhythm that moves in sync with the echo of love. Love takes two to bounce feelings back and forth within your heart. Echoes from both hearts bounce until their rhythm collides and creates balance," says Robin Ross.

"Echoes far and near keep us together and will never be apart. You feel it when we hug, you feel it when I look at you. Vibrations keep us strong. Even when you are not around, the echoes vibrate our ground. Like two doves above, so is the Echo of Love."

Robin Ross & The Melodynes is not just about music - it's about big fun between like-minded artists, including Wharton Tiers, JoJo Ellen Gaetani, Katlyn Albrecht, Nancy Isola, TW Howell, Emery Rhodes, Joe (Bass) Torres and Tony Anniello. Their collective good vibes cannot help but seep into the music, carrying over to their listeners.

Earlier, the band shared the lead track 'Spill No Mo Wine', a fun-loving single born from a high-spirited gathering on Lake Huron. In the spirit of The B-52s and The Pretenders, this single flies straight from the bottle right to your dancing feet, capturing the energetic atmosphere of friendship and celebration, using a humorous mishap to explore resilience when life's plans briefly spill out of control.

With musical roots in New Jersey and New York dating back to 1988, Robin Ross has established himself in the bustling artistic community of Milford, PA, A musician, songwriter, and producer with diverse musical endeavours spanning over three decades, he has released numerous albums and played a pivotal role in creating several recording studios, including Triple R Studios and Sound Complex near NYC. Ross' current recording studio, Baa Baa Leaf Music Studio, continues to expand.

In 2025, Ross released 'Back To The Forest', the debut EP as Robin Ross & The TW Howlers, a songwriting project with storied folk-rock artist TW Howell, which received critical acclaim and airplay in dozens of countries.

In the early 1990s, Robin co-founded Laughing Jack, later rebranded as Jack’s Maze, acclaimed for a progressive rock sound reminiscent of Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin. Alas, life and business took him in a different direction. In 2021, Robin embarked on building Baa Baa Leaf Music Studio and also regrouped with Jack's Maze members Frank Cinquegrana, Scott Cowan, and Joe Torres to create new progressive rock albums. The Forecast is predicting a new Jack's Maze album later in 2026.

As of January 20, 'Echo of Love' is available from fine digital platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon and Bandcamp. The full 'Mind Space' album will be released on February 20.

CREDITS
'Echo of Love' written by Robin Ross, JoEllen Gaetani, Wharton Tiers
Robin Ross - guitar, bass, keys
JoEllen Gaetani - vocals
Wharton Tiers - drummer
Emery Rhodes - back vocals
Recorded at Baa Baa Leaf Music Studios (Milford, PA)
Produced & Mixed by Robin Ross
Supervising Engineer: Jonathan Duckett
Photography & videos by Tina Ross
Album artwork & design by Tina Ross
Publishing & booking: RPM Entertainment Enterprises, LLC
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

Thunder's Legendary Album "LIVE" is Back + Available Digitally for the First Time

January 19, 2026

British rock legends THUNDER return with a definitive live statement as their iconic 1998 album LIVE is released today in a newly remastered edition. Available now digitally, this release captures the band at a pivotal moment in their career and restores the full force of their electrifying stage power with contemporary sonic clarity.

The physical release is set for April 17 in the US.

As part of the release, the band is also presenting the video for a fan-favorite "The Only One," offering a fresh visual companion that you can watch Below.

Originally recorded in 1997, LIVE documented THUNDER during a period of renewal and momentum. The album stands as a raw, unfiltered snapshot of a band firing on all cylinders—fueled by towering riffs, blues-infused grooves, and the unmistakable voice of Danny Bowes, alongside the masterful songwriting and guitar work of Luke Morley. The remastered edition breathes new life into these performances, amplifying the immediacy and intensity that made the original release such a fan favorite.

Formed in the late 1980s, THUNDER have long been one of the most enduring and respected names in British hard rock. Their ability to blend classic rock traditions with arena-sized hooks and soulful authenticity has earned them a fiercely loyal global following. LIVE perfectly encapsulates this identity — powerful yet heartfelt, polished yet spontaneous.

The recordings also mark the arrival of Chris Childs, who joined the band shortly before these shows and has remained a cornerstone of the lineup ever since. The performances crackle with energy and interaction, featuring extended solos, unrehearsed moments, and a palpable connection with the audience. This is not a staged live album — it's the sound of a band living in the moment.

Remastered in 2025 with great care and respect for the original recordings, this edition faithfully preserves the grit and drive of the performances while delivering enhanced depth and clarity. Released by earMUSIC, it serves both as a tribute to an essential chapter in THUNDER’s history and as an invitation for new listeners to experience the band's legendary live power.

Spanning 22 tracks, LIVE delivers an abundance of classic material including "Love Walked In," "Dirty Love," and many more fan favorites. Bonus content includes additional acoustic and studio recordings, offering further insight into the band's versatility and musicianship.

THUNDER – LIVE is out now across all digital platforms HERE.

LIVE (1998) LINEUP:
Daniel Bowes — Lead Vocals
Luke Morley — Guitar, Vocals, Harmonica
Ben Matthews — Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals
Chris Childs — Bass Guitar, Vocals
Gary "Harry" James — Drums

As Everything Unfolds Announce New Album "DID YOU ASK TO BE SET FREE?" Out 4/10 // "GASOLINE" Video Out Now

January 19, 2026

As Everything Unfolds are proud to announce the release date for their new album, DID YOU ASK TO BE SET FREE?, on April 10 via Century Media.

To mark the announcement, today also sees the release of a new single "GASOLINE."

"'GASOLINE' is a story about that unquantifiable and confusing human bond you get with someone else," explains Charlie Rolfe. "That twin flame sensation, that mutual connection with an unknown person, almost like you were destined to be in each other's lives. During this song, it explores an explosive connection, the thought process, the denial in wanting it and the need to turn away from it, even though it feels wrong, you desperately try to keep hold of your life path, ignoring this fated sensation, how heartbreaking and soul-destroying it can be. This idea tied in so neatly with the concept of Count Dracula and Mina's relationship from Bram Stoker's Dracula, that otherworldly, toxic and destined love. Similar to 'Set In Flow,' we used the story to visually inspire the music video, to which shots from the video are homages to moments in the 1994 film."

Watch the "GASOLINE" music video below;

DID YOU ASK TO BE SET FREE? is a deeply personal record shaped by grief, trauma, escapism and the slow, uncomfortable process of confronting reality. Written across a period of profound upheaval, the album documents a journey from emotional safety and creative flow into loss, numbness, and disorientation, before gradually finding movement again.

Framed around the idea of maladaptive daydreaming and fantasy as both refuge and trap, the songs explore addiction, self-sacrifice, burn-out, fractured relationships, and the question of whether freedom is something to be desired or feared. Drawing inspiration from cinema, literature, and subconscious writing, the record shifts sonically and lyrically as time passes, mirroring real change rather than resisting it. The result is an album that does not offer neat resolution, but instead captures the fragile, ongoing act of learning how to exist, grieve, and continue.

Pre-save/pre-order the album HERE.

AS EVERYTHING UNFOLDS ARE:
Charlie Rolfe — Vocals
Adam Kerr —Guitar
George Hunt — Bass
Jon Cassidy — Synths/Programming

Nailed Shut MA Announce New EP "a promise made, a promise kept" + Tour Dates, + Share "Centipede" Video

January 19, 2026

NAILED SHUT MA consistently bring raw energy and thoughtful disorder to each and every performance, delivering a sonic force that pushes New England's hardcore/deathcore scene to the next level. Forming in 2022, the Boston five-piece — Asher Thomas (vocals), Joel Arnall (guitar/BGV), Mason Roth (guitar/BGV), Owen Chepow (bass), and Jake Thompson (drums) — are pleased to announce the March 5 release of their new EP, titled a promise made, a promise kept. Artwork is pictured above.

Pre-order the EP here.

The vinyl version is also available for pre-order here. It is a citrus-colored variant and limited to 250 copies.

"This EP has been such a long time coming for us, and we couldn't feel more fulfilled," the band says. "With a promise made, a promise kept, we really felt as if we've begun to lean into a signature sound that can only be described as 'an eeriness of self-inflicted violence.' This EP contains intense themes of mental health awareness and personal harm. We've truly poured our all into this record as we take from personal experiences of loss and the departure of self-control. Ultimately, a promise made, a promise kept isn't in any way a pretty listen. But it's here to drown out the dread that may be eating at you and it's here to help in any way it can."

The band has also shared the video for the new single "Centipede." Watch it below:

NAILED SHUT MA ON TOUR:
WITH GODSEYES:
3/5 — Cambridge, MA — The Sinclair*
3/6 — Brooklyn, NY — Wood Shop
3/7 — Binghamton, NY — Bundy Museum and Annex*
3/8 — Cleveland, OH — The Foundry
3/10 — Albany, NY — Empire Underground
3/13 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving Underground
3/14 — Washington, DC — DC9
3/15 — Hartford, CT — Webster Underground
*No Godseyes

With punishing unconventional vocals, Asher creates depictions of bodily and psychological horror through lyricism centered around mental health awareness. The rest of the band reflects these themes musically through brutal riffs, tight drum grooves, and a gut-wrenching low end. In 2023, the band released its debut EP Lust in the End, which Idioteq described as "a surreal journey…delving into the darkest corners of the human experience."

Nailed Shut MA have performed in many iconic venues across the northeast as well as 2024's Inkcarceration Festival. Bands they have shared the stage with include All Shall Perish, Peeling Flesh, Power Trip, Kaonashi, End It, Gatecreeper and many more. Their energetic performances are sure to knock the wind out of you. With much more new music and many more shows planned for the coming months, Nailed Shut MA are here to wreak havoc into 2026 and beyond.

IMMOLATION - ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM DESCENT + RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO FOR THE FIRST SINGLE, 'ADVERSARY'

January 19, 2026

New York death metal titans IMMOLATION are charging into 2026 at full throttle with two massive tours and the announcement of their highly anticipated twelfth studio album, Descent, arriving April 10th via Nuclear Blast Records.

Ever since their landmark 1991 debut, Dawn of Possession, the band has set an unwavering standard for innovation, influencing generations of extreme metal worldwide. Their sound remains singular, driven by Bob Vigna’s signature fretwork—a masterclass of soaring leads and haunting, atmospheric dirges.

Experience the first taste of the devastation with their new single "Adversary"—a crushing blend of blast beats, intimidating leads, and cavernous vocals. Defined by merciless percussion, dissonant riffing, and Ross Dolan’s commanding growls, the track is a monumental display of the band's enduring power.

Watch the music video for 'Adversary' directed by the band’s own Bob Vigna, below.

IMMOLATION comments: "We are really excited to release ‘Descent’ this year. The vibe and feel of this new one is almost addictive. We couldn’t be happier with how it came out and we can’t wait for everyone to hear it! This album takes what we’ve done on the last couple of records and truly brings it to a new level. The material stays true to our roots, but also goes into some new territory at times, being somewhat ambitious, but taking nods from even our earliest moments. We always strive to create interesting songs, and I believe we have achieved that on every track here. It’s truly one of the best records we’ve done, with an amazing production, atmosphere and flow. We look forward to playing it all live for you soon! Enjoy the 'Descent'!"

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Descent was captured across two locations: Justin Passamonte tracked guitars, bass, and vocals at Jpass Music, while drums were recorded at Mercinary Studios with Noah Buchanan. The production was a collaborative effort between the band and long-time engineer Zack Ohren, who also handled the mixing and mastering. The result is a muscular, high-fidelity production that captures the band’s most fiery and brooding moments with equal clarity. To call Descent "heavy" or "brutal" is an understatement; this is death metal with a unique, elevated voice that stands entirely alone.

Visually, the band has once again tapped Eliran Kantor to craft a haunting cover masterpiece—a true hallmark of the Immolation aesthetic— complemented by Santiago Jaramillo’s (Triple Seis Design) internal booklet illustrations. With this release, IMMOLATION reinforces their status as one of the most enduring and vital forces in the genre.

Following the European tour, IMMOLATION will join headliners and label mates BEHEMOTH on their 'The Godless IV 2026 Tour' with DEICIDE and ROTTING CHRIST.

04.14.2026 US San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park
04.15.2026 US San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom
04.17.2026 US Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater
04.18.2026 CAN Vancouver, BC @ The Vogue Theatre
04.19.2026 US Seattle, WA @ Showbox Sodo
04.21.2026 US Salt Lake City, UT @ Union Event Center
04.22.2026 US Denver, CO @ The Fillmore
04.24.2026 US Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave
04.25.2026 US Chicago, IL @ The Vic Theatre
04.26.2026 US St. Louis, MO @ The Pageant
04.28.2026 US Norfolk, VA @ The Norva
04.30.2026 US Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore ~
05.01.2026 US Worcester, MA @ The Palladium ^
05.02.2026 US New York City, NY @ The Palladium
05.04.2026 US Buffalo, NY @ Buffalo Riverworks
05.05.2026 US McKees Rock, PA @ The Roxian
05.09.2026 US Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore
05.11.2026. CAN Toronto, ON @ History
05.12.2026 CAN Montreal, QC @ L'Olympia
05.14.2026 US Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple*
05.15.2026 US Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl
05.16.2026 US Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
05.18.2026 US Dallas, TX @ The Bomb Factory
05.20.2026 US Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
05.21.2026 US Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium
~ - No ROTTING CHRIST
^ - No DEICIDE
* - Festival date

FESTIVAL DATES
07.27-31.2026. RO. Brasov @ Rockstadt Extreme Fest
08.05-08.2026 CZ. Josefov @ Brutal Assault

IMMOLATION is:
Ross Dolan | Bass/Vocals
Robert Vigna | Guitar
Steve Shalaty | Drums
Alex Bouks | Guitar

LIGHTNING STRIKES Announce “Fear of Unknown” the First Video from their Upcoming Album 'The King Is Victorious' Due on February 18th

January 19, 2026

Today, the Los Angeles, CA based heavy metal outfit LIGHTNING STRIKES have released a music video called “Fear of Unknown” from their upcoming sophomore album ‘The King Is Victorious’, which is set for release on February 18th. “Fear of Unknown” video is now available to watch Below:

Karpis spoke about the single “Fear of Unknown”, ““Fear of Unknown” is about the fear that can cripple your mind and can take your capabilities away if you are week minded, something that you don’t see, but that fear lives in your head and reminds you that your life can end at any point. Your brain can’t calculate why you are scared and as soon as you are getting weak and useless then fear of unknown will take you away.”

Karpis continues, “It was written by me mid 2021. I recorded the drum tracks about that time, then Barry Sparks came into the project, he was very excited and energized to be part of the project, he even made a compliment and said it’s sounds like Black Sabbath and he will do some Geezer Butler style bass. The song was finalized in early 2025 after Norifumi Shima recorded his guitar track and added his signature guitar solo. Then Mariano Gardella completed the lyrics and recorded his dream vocals by giving the song a very unique prespective. Finally, let’s not forget about the maestro on the keyboard, Derek Sherinian who I have worked with previously on my 1st album, he also came into project and added his signature keyboard tracks and solo.”

The bulk of the album was recorded by Maksudian, a Japanese guitar virtuoso, Norifumi Shima (CONCERTO MOON), American bassist extraordinaire, Barry Sparks (MSG, Yngwie Malmsteen), and up-and-coming Argentinian vocalist, Mariano Gardella, with keyboard maestro, Derek Sherinian (BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION, SONS OF APOLLO), who guested on the group's debut album, also making an appearance.

Originally formed in 1984, LIGHTNING STRIKES were the first metal band to feature an all Armenian-American line-up, well over a decade before the arrival of SYSTEM OF A DOWN. Co-founder Maksudian revived the name with new personnel a quarter century after the initial breakup recording the group's self-titled 2016 full-length debut with Brazilian vocalist Nando Fernandes (SINISTRA, HANGAR), the aforementioned Rob Math and Derek Sherinian, and former BLACK SABBATH vocalist, Tony Martin, who sang on and wrote the lyrics to 'Death Valley' and '301 AD Sins of Our Fathers'. Mixed by Roy Z, the album was well received and peaked on the Japanese Burrn! Magazine import charts at number 6.

Musicians:

Karpis Maksudian - Drums/USA

Shima Norifumi - Lead Guitar/Japan

Barry Sparks - Bass/USA

Mariano Gardella - Vocals/Germany

Derek Sherinian - Keyboards/USA

Producer: Karpis Maksudian

Engineer: Dario Mollo

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Eihwar Announce Entrancing New Album 'Hugrheim'

January 18, 2026

Hot off a year of electrifying performances at Wacken Open Air, Midgardsblot and dates with The Hu, Eihwar are back to pull the world deeper into their Viking War Trance.

Today, the cult breakthrough are announcing their highly-anticipated second album with a heart-pounding new video for its official lead single. Channeling the duo’s unique fusion of Nordic folk and sweaty electro-industrial pulse, “Nauðiz” sets the tone for Hugrheim by declaring that transformation is not chosen but endured through trials of strength.

Watch the official video for “Nauðiz” Below.

Hugrheim comes out March 13, 2026 on Season of Mist

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https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/2BDUUsqBy3TbR6HKaFnLnZ/

“Nauðiz” mirrors the narrative arc of Hugrheim, where spiritual collapse is a necessary passage toward renewal. War drums and horns surge beneath trance-like chants, blurring the line between ceremony and combat. The accompanying music video expands this vision through a cinematic, live-action aesthetic inspired by bold, graphic storytelling. Struck down by her most intimate fear, Asrunn confronts annihilation before rising again through the protective magic of Mark. Fire becomes both destroyer and catalyst, sealing “Nauðiz” as a story of sacred trial and rebirth.

Get ready for the wild electro Nordic folk of EIHWAR! These "Enfants Terribles" aren’t here for solemn atmospheres—their fierce and festive fantasy is made for raging Viking dancefloors. Backed by Season of Mist (home to Heilung and Danheim), Eihwar burst onto YouTube in 2023 and hasn’t slowed down since. With millions of views and festival appearances at Hellfest, Wacken Open Air, and Midgardsblot at the Midgard Viking Center in Norway, they bring a new wave of pagan power shaking across Europe.

This second album from Eihwar describes the world from which these two pagan superheroes originate. It is "Hugrheim," the 10th hidden world of Yggdrasil in Eihwar's fantasy mythology. The two musicians explain:

“Over the past few years, our souls have gradually taken over the bodies of two human musicians. Through incarnation, we lost much of our memories. All that remains are images, emotions, and fragments from our previous existence, mixed in with the thoughts and memories of our human hosts. In this new song, we evoke the memories that gradually come back to us: memories of Hugrheim, the tenth world of Yggdrasil, hidden and unknown to men. This world is shaped by the Hugr, the spirit. In this realm dwell the invisible forces of the soul and consciousness. When our vessels perish here and our incarnation ends, we will return to Hugrheim. Still, we hope to remain here as long as possible this time, because nowadays the beer is fucking good, the rockstar life is pretty damn cool, and dental anesthesia actually exists.”

— Mark & Asrunn

Line-up:
Asrunn — Vocals, Shamanic Drums
Mark — Vocals, War Drums, Lute, Folk Guitar, Tagelharpa, Percussion & Programming

Production Credits:
Mark & Asrunn of Eihwar — All Production, Mixing & Mastering at Eihwar Studio.

Artwork & Photography:
© Eihwar

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DRAKE MILLIGAN KICKS OFF 2026 ADDING US AND AUS DATES TO HIS “TUMBLEWEED WORLD TOUR”

January 18, 2026

Critically acclaimed Country artist, Drake Milligan, adds 23 dates to his “Tumbleweed World Tour” across the United States and Australia. On the heels of his highly anticipated sophomore album, Tumbleweed – listen HERE, Milligan will start off the year in Hampton, GA at the Autotrader 400 NASCAR Cup Series followed by stops in Canada, Europe, Mexico, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia. A true entertainer, fans can expect an energetic, one-of-a-kind performance from Milligan and his band. Please visit drakemilligan.com for tickets and more information.

Having been on the road throughout 2025 opening for Lainey Wilson, Blake Shelton, and Luke Bryan, Milligan is embarking on his own slew of dates including his return across the pond in Paris and Brussels in March, plus C2C Festival stops in Rotterdam, Berlin, London, Glasgow, and Belfast. With the UK being Milligan’s second largest market in 2025, just behind the US, he is thrilled to bring his electric show back to them in 2026.

Produced by Trent Willmon, Tumbleweed includes 14 tracks that perfectly combine traditional Texas country, Western swing, and modern Nashville stylings, while showcasing Milligan’s timeless musicality. The title track hit #8 on the UK Country Radio Airplay chart. CD/vinyl of Tumbleweed are available for pre-order today and will release on March 13. Pre-order HERE.

Check out Milligan’s official performance video of one of his favorites off the album, “Slow Dancing To A Fast Song,” below. Following the success of his “Living Room Sessions” on YouTube, Milligan has introduced “Soundcheck Sessions” to his channel. This series will include weekly performance videos of his soundchecks at various shows.

About Drake Milligan

A student of classic Country music with the swagger of early Rock ‘n’ Roll, Drake Milligan is an electrifying entertainer who cites George Strait and Elvis Presley – the King of Country and the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll – as musical heroes, and his unique twist of traditional Country has been embraced by fans, peers, and major media including Billboard, PEOPLE, American Songwriter, USA Today, Access Hollywood, and more. In 2022, Milligan burst onto the national music stage with his debut album Dallas/Fort Worth, which topped the iTunes Country and All-Genre charts, landed him at #5 on Billboard’s Emerging Artists Chart, and was later named one of Billboard’s “Best Country Albums of 2022.” The Fort Worth, TX native has since performed on The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Grand Ole Opry, Stagecoach and CMA Music Festival, and recently became the first artist to perform on an F1 racetrack for the inaugural F1 Grid Gigs in Austin, TX. Following his breakout debut, Milligan earned a #1 Canadian Country Radio hit with “Honky Tonkin’ About” (with The Reklaws) and carried that momentum into 2024 with his critically acclaimed EP Jukebox Songs, featuring fan favorite “I Got A Problem.” He also returned to primetime television for America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League before joining Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, Luke Bryan, and Blake Shelton on tour. With more than 270 million streams worldwide, Milligan is entering his next chapter with the release of his sophomore album Tumbleweed. The title track has already climbed into the UK Country Radio Top 10 as he kicks off his global “Tumbleweed World Tour.”

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HELLRIPPER Announces New Album, Launches New Single + Music Video

January 17, 2026

Scotland's ibex-obsessed blackened thrash bastard of Hades, otherwise known as HELLRIPPER, is pleased to announce that his fourth studio album, 'Coronach,' will be released worldwide on March 27, 2026 via Century Media Records, making it his debut to the label! To celebrate this upcoming offering, HELLRIPPER is now debuting a raucous new black thrash anthem, “Hunderprest,” along with a spirited performance video that was filmed at UK’s Damnation Festival 2025 by Sethpicturesmusic and edited by Jake Ten. The clip can be found below.

HELLRIPPER mastermind, guitarist/vocalist and songwriter James McBain comments on the new single,

"'Hunderprest' hits immediately with a chaotic deluge of dissonance, and is what I felt to be the perfect way to open the album — leaving the listener with no time to prepare. Based on the legend of 'Hunderprest,' or 'dog priest' - the vampire of Melrose Abbey. The sinful chaplain inherited his nickname because of his habit of hunting on horseback with his pack of hounds. After his death, legend says he was buried in the graveyard of Melrose Abbey; and because his spirit could not find peace, he would rise from his grave when night fell to harass the villagers and his former mistress to satisfy his bloodthirst. He was eventually defeated when a group of monks from Melrose Abbey exhumed Hunderprest’s blood-soaked body in broad daylight and set it on fire, throwing the ashes into the wind to be sure that the vampire would no longer be able to torment the town.

"Musically, the track primarily takes influence from a mixture of thrash (Kreator, Merciless, Metallica) and black (Watain, Rotting Christ, Tribulation) metal, with a healthy dose of some more 'atmospheric' d-beat elements from the likes of Oathbreaker and Fall of Efrafa.”

He adds about the album, "'Coronach’ is a personal exploration of Scottish Culture — its music, literature, history & folklore. From Pictish mysteries to Victorian Gothic literature, sinister lore, classic Scottish poetry and modern urban tales, the album tells stories of the country throughout the ages. Inspired by anything and everything from Venom and Mercyful Fate, to Watain and Opeth, to Manic Street Preachers, film scores and traditional Scottish music, the album is a good representation of myself all wrapped up in a nice speed metal package! Quite a bit of experimentation went into this album, and I wanted each track to contain something that I had never done previously. Whether it be the inclusion of a different instrument, or how a song begins, I aimed to offer some element of surprise in each track.

"The album, named after the vocal lament traditionally sung at funerals in the Scottish Highlands, encompasses everything the band is about: mixing modern and old-school influences, past and present storytelling, the dark side of Scottish history and my personal interpretation of it. As always, the writing and recording took place in my home studio, with various other people putting their stamp on a few of the tracks. The album was mixed by myself, and was mastered by Damian Herring at Subterranean Watchtower Studios, and the artwork was done by Adam Burke (Nightjar Illustration). Fàilte gu Alba - Welcome to Scotland!”

'Coronach' can be pre-ordered HERE.

In addition, Hellripper will be embarking on a European headliner with support from Schizophrenia and Sarcator, which will introduce the band’s upcoming studio album release (More details about that soon…!). 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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INFERI Announces New Album, Takes on Battle-jacket Bigfoot in Music Video for First Single, "The Rapture of Dead Light"

January 15, 2026

Extreme death metal masters INFERI will be unleashing its latest studio album, 'Heaven Wept,' on April 10, 2026 via The Artisan Era! To celebrate the forthcoming record, the band is now pleased to share 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.

INFERI comments, "We’re proud to announce our 2026 release, 'Heaven Wept,' marking the longest gap between albums since our return in 2014.

This album came together under challenging circumstances—after the departure of Mike Low (guitar), we had to completely rewrite material. We then brought Sanjay Kumar (Wormhole / Equipoise) into the fold and the process began anew. With Andrew Kim’s exit to join Brand of Sacrifice, Malcolm stepped in to perform bass duties.

Heaven Wept is also the final album with Spencer Moore (drums) before he moved on to Archspire. We decided to work with Mike Low again for recording, mixing, and mastering. His deep understanding of our approach made him the perfect partner to help us refine our sound with the new lineup.

The result is our most crushing and diverse material yet—an album that pushes INFERI to new extremes while staying true to the melodic and technical foundation we’ve always built upon."

'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 kicks off today in Hanover (DE) and will lay waste to the continent until the final stop in Paris (FR) on February 15. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets are available HERE.

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.

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'.

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

Vinyl

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

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