PROFANE ELEGY Unveil Video for "Herezjarcha", Title Track From Their New Album Out Now

Independent black metal band PROFANE ELEGY have released the official video for "Herezjarcha", the towering title track from their newly released full-length album of the same name. The song stands as the conceptual and emotional core of the record, a sweeping descent into vision, madness, and spiritual rebellion.

"Herezjarcha" tells the story of a man who experiences a transformative vision and emerges as the patriarch of a new heresy. Through deliberate immersion in darkness, he becomes one with it, his mind opening to hidden and forbidden truths. The track unfolds like a ritual in motion, blending cinematic orchestration, shifting musical movements, and whispered incantations into a narrative that feels both intimate and apocalyptic.

The newly released video brings that transformation to life, visually capturing the protagonist’s psychological unraveling and spiritual metamorphosis. Stark imagery, shadow-soaked environments, and symbolic storytelling mirror the song’s themes of revelation through corruption and enlightenment through descent.

Released independently , Herezjarcha marks a bold evolution for PROFANE ELEGY following their 2023 debut When All Is Nothing, which drew praise for fusing blackened aggression with doom-heavy atmosphere. On this new record, the band expands their sound in every direction, heavier, more dynamic, more refined, and deeply introspective.

The album is built on stark contrasts between cosmic vastness and personal collapse, defiance and decay, melody and obliteration.

It opens with "Exeunt Omnes", a theatrically orchestrated meditation on fate and mortality, before plunging into the existential storm of "Haunted". The defiant "I AM" transforms a biblical declaration into an anthem of human rebellion, while "As My Heart Turns to Ash" slows into a doom-laden lament of emotional collapse and introduces haunting clean vocal passages.

Mid-album, "Immutable" confronts inherited darkness and the inescapable aspects of identity, and "And Then We Are Gone" strips everything down to a funeral-paced meditation on impermanence. The journey culminates in the conceptual centerpiece "Herezjarcha" before closing with "The Accuser", a searing finale that reimagines judgment itself as hypocrisy worthy of condemnation.

Produced by J Gulick and mixed and mastered by Kevin Antreassian at Backroom Studios, Herezjarcha rejects genre boundaries in favor of vision. Atmospheric black metal collides with doom weight, death metal precision, orchestration, and clean vocal textures, all in service of lyrically rich, philosophical, and spiritually confrontational themes.

Out Now From Red Sands

Mexico City’s RED SANDS return with Evocations, a six-track release that captures more than a decade of evolution in a single statement. Formed in 2012 and reassembled in 2022, the group of Jonathan Corral, Daniel Novelo, Eric Novelo, Juan Carlos León, and Ángel Asiain has built a sound rooted in melody, structure, and emotion. Their music blends the strength of classic heavy metal with the depth of symphonic and gothic traditions, giving rise to what they call melodic metal.

The artwork for Evocations, designed by vocalist and visual artist Jona Corral, mirrors the album’s theme. It depicts a creature made from fragments of memory, a symbol of time, loss, and unfinished creation. The image and the music share the same language of impermanence.

Evocations is not a debut in the conventional sense but a culmination. It gathers songs written across different eras and unites them under one idea: that death and remembrance shape art more profoundly than survival alone. In its layers of melody, rhythm, and emotion, RED SANDS find a balance between past and present, creating music that listens as much as it speaks.

RED SANDS is:

  • Jonathan “Jona” Corral – Vocals

  • Daniel Novelo – Rhythm & Lead Guitar

  • Eric Novelo – Bass

  • Juan Carlos “CJ” León – Piano & Keyboards

  • Ángel Asiain – Drums


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JENNA PAULETTE RELEASES HORSEBACK (DELUXE)

Leo33 rising singer/songwriter Jenna Paulette arrives today with her 20-track Horseback (Deluxe) album, featuring three previously unreleased songs, including a duet rendition of “The Dirt” with John Morgan. Additionally, “The Dirt” will be featured on SiriusXM’s Highway On The Horizon beginning today. Listen to it and the full Horseback (Deluxe) album Below. 
 
Produced by Will Bundy, Horseback (Deluxe) expands on the original Horseback album, released in 2024, adding depth with a glimpse into Paulette’s live show with covers of Tim McGraw’s “Cowboy In Me” and Tanya Tucker’s “Texas (When I Die),” recorded live.
 
“I’m excited to release the deluxe version of Horseback featuring new versions of songs on the original record — some turning into duet versions with artists and friends I admire so much, as well as a few live versions of songs I love to cover,” shares Paulette. “The album originally came out just two weeks before my daughter was born, and so much life has happened since then. Revisiting these songs now makes this chapter even more meaningful.
 
“One of those duets is with my dear friend John Morgan,” she adds. “I met him through our friend Jeb Gipson and before we both had record deals, he played a little guitar for me. He’s always been one of the best pickers and singers in town. Our version of ‘The Dirt’ feels complete with him on it.”

Horseback (Deluxe) contains all 13 tracks off the original album, which was released in 2024 and has already amassed 26 million streams to date. Starting with “Wild Is Her Favorite Color,” celebrating the freedom that comes with living authentically, before delving into “3 Kings,” a tip of her hat to the three kings that have influenced her lifestyle, “King George, King Ranch, King James.”
 
The album intertwines upbeat tracks, including previously released “Outside” and “Run The Damn Ball,” harkening back to the values of grit and hard work that Paulette has come to embody, and empowering “Darlin’,” which signals the redemption of love lost and found again. Additionally, “Steady,” which honors strength in consistency and showing up, is resonating with fans as the song breaks into the top 15 at Texas radio.
 
In addition to “The Dirt” with John Morgan, Paulette also finds a new spin on tracks in her duets with longtime friends and collaborators on “Chasin’ Whiskey” and “The Prophet (Grandaddy’s Song);” featuring Jake Worthington and Ashley McBryde, respectively. 
 
And, after learning the ropes of navigating a career and newfound motherhood in 2025, Paulette recently jumped Back In The Saddle with a 26-date tour in 2026, with more shows to come.
 
While Paulette took a step back from touring in 2025, her business endeavors continued to expand with the launch of her Sunrise and Sunset Boots collection with Justin Boots, as well as a new Fall collection of her women’s rangewear line with Ely Cattleman, CowboyGirl. To learn more, visit JennaPaulette.com.

Back In The Saddle tour dates: 
Jan 31 // Tulsa, Okla. // Mercury Lounge
Feb 1 // Kansas City, Mo. // Knuckleheads
Feb 3 // Venice, Neb. // Buck’s Bar and Grill
Feb 4 // Davenport, Iowa // Raccoon Motel
Feb 5 // Yorkville, Ill. // Law Office Pub & Music Hall
Feb 6 // Milwaukee, Wis. // Shank Hall
Feb 7 // Clinton, Wis. // BOXCARS Pub & Grub
Feb 14 // Dunn, N.C. // Bird’s Nest Listening Room
Feb 15 // Greenville, S.C. // Doc’s Tavern
Feb 19-21 // Alpine, Texas // Lonestar Cowboy Poetry Gathering
Feb 26 // Fort Worth, Texas // Rhinestone Saloon
March 7 // Conroe, Texas // Table at Madeley
April 1 // Decatur, Ga. // Eddie’s Attic
April 2 // Nashville, Tenn. // Chief’s on Broadway *co-headline with Sammy Arriaga
April 11-16 // Galveston, Texas // Rock the Coast
April 23 // Corpus Christi, Texas // Brewster Street Icehouse
July 11 // Woodland Park, Colo. // America’s Mountain Festival

MØL CELEBRATE ALBUM RELEASE WITH NEW SINGLE/VIDEO 'HUD' DREAMCRUSH OUT NOW

Danish alt-metal luminists MØL have released their third studio album DREAMCRUSH via Nuclear Blast Records and to celebrate have unveiled new single/video, 'Hud'. 

The album follows a striking sequence of singles from the brooding pull of 'Garland' and the urgent drive of 'Young' to the cathartic force of 'CRUSH', culminating today in the release of 'Hud', an immersive, shadow tinged track that plunges listeners into the record’s tense otherworldly atmosphere.
Across DREAMCRUSH, MØL sharpen their signature fusion of crushing heaviness and ethereal textures, delivering a sound that is at once unrelenting and eerily luminous.

Check out the video for ‘Hud’ below:

Order and listen to DREAMCRUSH here: https://moel.bfan.link/dreamcrush

Following the critically acclaimed Jord (2019) and Diorama (2021), MØL’s latest opus, DREAMCRUSH, sees the band's sound continue to evolve as they embrace new horizons, as a collective and as individuals. Drawing on influences from My Bloody Valentine, Cocteau Twins and Smashing Pumpkins, the album delves into recurring themes of belonging, resilience and finding a sense of home within oneself. By weaving melody into even their sharpest, most jagged moments, the band emerge with their most soul-stirring work to date. 

DREAMCRUSH explores the precarious balance between hope and burden: dreams can sustain you, give you something to believe in - but the weight of expectation, the burden of reality can also mean that such dreams can become oppressive; they can just as easily shatter you. In amongst clouds of unfathomable loss and grief, the album offers rays of almost unbearable hope - a reminder that we can keep on dreaming despite ourselves. 

MØL's latest offering delivers a record that is as merciless as it is tender, one that challenges, uplifts and lingers, a reminder that even in the heaviest darkness, there is a light worth chasing.

MØL now take DREAMCRUSH across Europe and the UK this February with support from Tayne and Cold Night For Alligators, as the band continue to push deeper into their own atmospheric and uncharted creative world both on record and through their live shows.

Tickets are available here: https://ffm.live/moeldk-tour

MØL are:
Ken Lund Klejs - drums
Holger Rumph Frost - bass
Kim Song Sternkopf - vocals 
Sigurd Kehlet - guitars 
Nicolai Busse - guitars

MØL online: 
Facebook | Instagram | Spotify |  Linktree | Nuclear Blast  

BRAVEWORDS RECORDS Acquires the WARLORD Digital Catalog

BraveWords Records is pleased to announce the acquisition of the WARLORD digital catalog consisting of the following albums:

Deliver Us (1983)
And The Cannons Of Destruction Have Begun (1984)
Rising Out Of The Ashes (2002)
The Holy Empire (2013)
Live In Athens 2013 (2015)
Hunt For Damien (2015)

All albums are now available on all digital services.

Tim Henderson, BraveWords Records, "It is an amazing honor to have the legendary Warlord bring their back catalog (for the digital format) to BraveWords Records, from their first classic EP "Deliver Us" in 1983, through the subsequent albums, the band is one of the key pioneers of the U.S. Power Metal sound that exists today... "To the Swords to the Guns"”

Warlord was born in 1981 as the brainchild of guitarist/songwriter William J Tsamis and drummer Mark Zonder. Widely celebrated as one of the pioneers of epic metal and despite being unable to have a constant presence as a live act (due to Tsamis’ personal ongoing health issues), over the years Warlord has amassed a massive following in the metal world. Bill Tsamis sadly passed away on May 2021. Now reborn with a lineup including founding member Mark Zonder, longtime member Giles Lavery… plus Jimmy Waldo, Eric Juris, Diego Pires and Stefano Pascolino… Warlord rises out of the ashes once again, ready to embark on their first ever North American tour with OG UK Metal Legends ONSLAUGHT.

Get your tickets at http://tonedeaftouring.com/onslaught

03/18/2026 - Houston TX - Hell's Heroes

03/19/2026 - Dallas TX - Trees

03/20/2026 - Austin TX - Come And Take It Live

03/22/2026 - Tucson AZ - The Rock

03/24/2026 - Los Angeles CA - 1720

03/25/2026 - San Francisco CA - DNA Lounge

03/26/2026 - Sacramento CA - Colonial Theatre

03/27/2026 - Felton CA - Felton Music Hall

03/29/2026 - Portland OR - Star Theatre

03/30/2026 - Seattle WA - El Corazon

03/31/2026 - Vancouver BC - Rickshaw Theatre

04/02/2026 - Salt Lake City UT - Aces High Saloon

04/03/2026 - Denver CO - Marquis

04/04/2026 - Lincoln NE - Bourbon Theatre

04/06/2026 - Chicago IL - WC Social Club

04/08/2026 - Kansas City MO - Warehouse on Broadway

04/09/2026 - St Louis MO - Red Flag

04/10/2026 - Murfreesboro TN - Hop Springs

04/12/2026 - Atlanta GA - Masquerade

More dates to be announced.

 

Links:

https://www.warlordband.com

https://www.facebook.com/OfficialWarlord?

https://www.instagram.com/warlord_band

https://youtube.com/@warlord_band

https://www.visionmerch.com/warlord/

https://www.glm-artists.com

HANABIE. Release New EP 'HOT TOPIC' via Sony Music Japan

It's a great day to be a HANABIE. fan! The rising Harajuku-core quartet have today released their latest EP 'HOT TOPIC' (via Sony Music Japan), the band's latest body of new music since 2024's 'Bucchigiri Tokyo' EP. When asked about the release, vocalist Yukina commented:

"We’ve put together another EP packed with a wide variety of songs this time around. With our new tracks “ICONIC” and “Tokimeki about you” I’d love it if everyone sang along and jumped around during the chorus—I can already picture the scene in my head! I can’t wait to perform these live at our shows. “GIRL’S TALK” is a song that captures who we are right now, just as we are. “Spicy Queen”looks back to our early days and reflects that original spirit. Both of these have already been released as singles, but they’re absolutely essential in bringing color and balance to 'HOT TOPIC'. As has become something of a tradition for us, we let ourselves go all out with one playful track on an album or EP—this time, it’s “Theme of hanabienchan”. I’d love to see the confused looks on everyone’s faces when this song comes on after listening to the other four tracks! Please enjoy this EP to the fullest."

Guitarist and vocalist Matsuri shared:

"An EP perfectly suited to kick off 2026 is finally complete! This EP includes three new tracks. “ICONIC” and “Tokimeki about you” are punchy tracks that is simple x electronic with playful elements. By embracing a side that is different from usual, we feel that a new side of HANABIE. was born. “Spicy Queen” bursts with initial full-throttle impulse. “GIRL’S TALK” is a glamorous, danceable track. Closing out 'HOT TOPIC' is “Theme of hanabienchan”. This EP delivers many different expressions of HANABIE., so please enjoy listening to it from start to finish!"

Bassist Hettsu added:

"The new EP 'HOT TOPIC' features 5 tracks—3 brand‑new songs plus the already released “GIRL’S TALK” and “Spicy Queen”. Among the new songs "ICONIC" and “Tokimeki about you", we challenged ourselves with song structures and genres unlike anything we've done before. “Tokimeki about you” is our first-ever straightforward love song as HANABIE., and a key feature is the groovy sound of the instrumental section. It's a track that we feel is great to move along to, so we hope everyone who comes to our live shows will enjoy it ♪ The fifth track, “Theme of hanabienchan.”, is the theme song for HANABIE.’s unofficial character, “Hanabienchan”. As our wild-card track that is in every EP or album, it finally makes its appearance here! There might just be a second installment if there is a good response...?? With our 10th-anniversary track "Spicy Queen", a more mature side of HANABIE. in "GIRL'S TALK", and three brand-new tracks with fresh styles, we feel this EP displays a new side of HANABIE."

HANABIE. drummer Chika also shared:

"Three out of the five tracks on this EP are brand-new! The third track, “Tokimeki about you”, is my personal favorite as the drummer. I focused on creating contrast and dynamics in the drum arrangement. I especially love the moment in the first chorus where the cymbals drop out, and the strength of the rhythm section throughout the song. The fifth track is a special one—I think it will get stuck in your head once you hear it. The first track “ICONIC” also has a music video, so be sure to check that out as well. Please also notice how there is a difference on the girl’s face between the left and right sides. We put a lot of effort into all aspects of this EP, from the songs to the cover art!"

North American fans will also have their chance to see the band's high-energy, inimitable live show on their first North American headliner beginning Friday, March 13 with Nekrogoblikon and Enterprise Earth as support. 'HOT TOPIC' is available now on all streaming platforms at the link here, and be sure to get your tickets here before they're all gone.

HANABIE. 2026 North American Headliner with Nekrogoblikon + Enterprise Earth

Fri Mar 13 - Boston, MA - Big Night Live

Sat Mar 14 - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn Bowl

Sun Mar 15 - Silver Spring, MD - The Fillmore Silver Spring

Tue Mar 17 - Montreal, QC - Théâtre Beanfield

Wed Mar 18 - Toronto, ON - The Danforth Music Hall

Fri Mar 20 - Pittsburgh, PA - Roxian Theatre Presented by Citizens

Sat Mar 21 - Philadelphia, PA - Theatre of Living Arts

Mon Mar 23 - Raleigh, NC - The Ritz

Tue Mar 24 - Atlanta, GA - Buckhead Theatre

Wed Mar 25 - Orlando, FL - House of Blues Orlando*

Fri Mar 27 - Cleveland, OH - House of Blues Cleveland

Sun Mar 29 - Detroit, MI - Saint Andrew's Hall

Mon Mar 30 - Chicago, IL - House of Blues Chicago

Wed Apr 01 - Minneapolis, MN - The Fillmore Minneapolis

Fri Apr 03 - Dallas, TX - House of Blues Dallas

Sat Apr 04 - Houston, TX - House of Blues Houston

Mon Apr 06 - Austin, TX - Emo's Austin

Tue Apr 07 - Phoenix, AZ - The Van Buren

Thu Apr 09 - San Diego, CA - House of Blues San Diego

Fri Apr 10 - San Francisco, CA - August Hall

Sat Apr 11 - Los Angeles, CA - The Belasco

*No Nekrogoblikon

ABOUT HANABIE.:

HANABIE. is a Tokyo-based all-girl rock band that has been making waves since 2015, when YUKINA, MATSURI, and HETTSU came together for a high school club activity. With the addition of CHIKA in May 2023, the band has evolved into a force to be reckoned with. Don’t be fooled by their cute, girlish image—their sound is a hard-hitting blend of powerful shouts, heavy riffs, and unique Japanese flair, capturing fans at home and abroad. Their hit single “Pardon Me, I Have To Go Now” has amassed over 10 million views on YouTube and 5.3 million views on TikTok.

In December 2024, HANABIE. released their EP, Bucchigiri Tokyo, further showcasing their dynamic range and signature style. Next, the band will release their latest EP, HOT TOPIC, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

2023 marked the beginning of their overseas ventures, and in August 2024, they made history as the first Japanese women to perform on the main stage at Lollapalooza in Chicago, USA. The quartet will soon bring the heat on their first North American headliner beginning mid-March 2026. With a rapidly growing international following, HANABIE. is actively expanding their presence and making a bold statement on the global stage.


HANABIE. is:

Yukina

Matsuri

Hettsu

Chika

Pittsburgh postpunk-shoegaze outfit LOWSUNDAY unveils 'Soft Capture' from new 'White EP'

Legacy postpunk-shoegaze outfit Lowsunday has shared 'Soft Capture', with a new video by Jer Herring. This is the second single from the 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP', following 'Love Language'. Released via Projekt Records and ranking second among Post-Punk.com's Best EPs of 2025, this is the band's first record of all-new material since 1999.

Born in the mid-1990s within the local Pittsburgh scene, Lowsunday (initially known as Low Sunday Ghost Machine) emerged as a "retro-futurist" pioneer, blending darkwave and shoegaze long before the genres saw their modern revival. Their legacy was cemented with their debut album 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine' and the 1999 masterpiece 'Elesgiem', both of which were re-released via Projekt Records over the past 18 months (for their 30th and 25th anniversaries, respectively).

The band dissolved, leaving behind a cult reputation for mercurial sounds and blistering guitar work that set the stage for subsequent generations of alternative artists. Following a nearly 25-year period of inactivity, the band resurfaced as a duo in 2025—consisting of original members Shane Sahene (vocals, guitar, synth, bass, drums) and Bobby Spell (bass, guitar, drums).

"With 'Soft Capture', we wanted to layer vintage synths over a droning bass line, topped with a wandering guitar melody. As the guitar descends, we felt it taking on a darker tone, but then it creates a bit of a silver lining as the melody climbs back up. We used the lead guitar feedback almost like a theremin, letting it melt through the background," says Shane Sahene.

"Lyrically, we were thinking about the traps of life and the ways we often submit to things, but the song eventually circles around with an optimistic glimpse of having the opportunity to run away. We feel like the backing vocals on the chorus are what really bring that sense of strength and hope to a situation that might otherwise feel like a surrender."

Serving as both a reflection and a resurgence, the 'White EP' ushers in a welcome return, marked by superb production and a renewed creative clarity, bridging three decades of distinct sonic legacy with balanced doses of escapism, dreamlike sounds, drones and feedback. This first of a two new EPs planned this year, their crystalline shimmer, classic song structures and melodic hooks shows their atmospheric sound to be as timeless and relevant as ever.

The 'White EP' is a natural expansion for Lowsunday, building upon guitar-driven atmospheres, synth textures, emotive vocals and drum beats. A confident return to form that explores darker yet more expansive sonic territory, they bring atmospheric noise and, at more delicate moments, a dream pop air of deeper melancholia. Distilling years of sonic exploration and inspiration, lyrically and sonically, classic post-punk rhythms and atmospheric layers merge to express raw and geniune emotion.

The 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine - White EP' is out now digitally everywhere, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, and as a vinyl release, limited to 200 copies. The 'Low Sunday Ghost Machine' reissue and limited edition 7" of 'Static / Besides' can also be found on these platforms.

CREDITS
Lyrics by Shane Sahene
Music written by Shane Sahene & Bobby Spell
Shane Sahene: vocals, guitar, synth, bass, drums
Bobby Spell: bass, guitar, drums
Mastered by Bobby Spell & Shane Sahene
Album artwork by Shane Sahene
Layout by Christina Sahene
UPC 617026237121
Catalog # PJA-EE-371
2025 band photos by Christina Sahene
Video by Jer Herring
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR 


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THE ETERNAL Celebrate Release of New EP Celestial with Music Video for “Celestial Veil” Out Now on Reigning Phoenix Music!

Australian-Finnish dark progressive gothic metal collective THE ETERNAL celebrates the release of their new, critically-acclaimed EP, entitled "Celestial", that is out now on powerhouse label Reigning Phoenix Music.
 

To mark the day, the band have unveiled an official music video for “Celestial Veil”, a track that highlights their talent for slow-burning heaviness and emotional depth. The EP is available digitally and as a limited, eco-friendly recycled vinyl LP edition (exclusively available through the band’s official store and the RPM shop). Order your favorite choice of format at this location: https://theeternal.rpm.link/celestialPR

Built on restrained weight and a drifting sense of atmosphere, the new single “Celestial Veil” unfolds like a moment suspended in time. The video mirrors this feeling through cosmic imagery, light meets vast darkness, visually reinforcing the song’s themes of loss, distance, and fragile connection.

Featuring celestial metaphors, “Celestial Veil” captures the longing and grief of separation. As stars fade and time stands still, the song reveals that love, though fragile and doomed, remains a luminous force: eternal in memory and dreams beyond the darkness.

Watch the video clip below:

Following the success of their acclaimed 2024 album Skinwalker, THE ETERNAL now return with their new EP Celestial. Continuing their signature fusion of melancholic atmospheres, doom-laden heaviness, and progressive depth, the band once again delivers an emotive and cinematic journey through sound and spirit, unafraid to embrace both beauty and bleakness while charting new creative horizons.

With Mark Kelson (vocals/guitars) and Richie Poate (guitars) in Melbourne, joined by Niclas Etelävuori (bass, ex-Amorphis/Flat Earth) and Jan Rechberger (drums, Amorphis) in Helsinki, THE ETERNAL have solidified themselves as a truly international collaboration. Their music resonates with fans of acts such as Katatonia, Swallow the Sun, and Anathema - dark yet luminous, heavy yet emotionally transcendent!

THE ETERNAL is:
Mark Kelson / Guitar & Vocals
Richie Poate / Guitar
Niclas Etelävuori / Bass
Jan Rechberger / Drums & Percussion

More on THE ETERNAL:
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/TheEternal
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theeternalofficial/
X | https://www.twitter.com/theeternalband
TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@theeternalofficial
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4vJAnrZbwUesT_FlY03mdw

The Band Light Returns with Cinematic New Song "Worlds" and Four-Track EP

Rising pop-rock group The Band Light continues to build momentum with their new single “Worlds,” out today, January 23, on Red Van Records. The track marks the band’s first release of the new year and signals a deeper, more atmospheric turn in their evolving cool, immersive and emotionally charged sound. Listen to the song below.
 
Written by Konnor Dolberry, Trevor Young, Garrett Goodrich and Jack Glenn, “Worlds” focuses on the gradual shift that happens when two people are no longer on the same page. With cosmic imagery, the song captures distance forming without fully letting go.
 
Working with legendary producer John Fields, “Worlds” is built on moody textures, restrained intensity and a slow-burning chorus that captures the push and pull of a relationship drifting out of sync.
 
“‘Worlds’ is about realizing you’re orbiting the same person, but no longer landing in the same place,” shares the band. “It’s that moment where you’re fighting the silence, fighting the distance and wondering if coming back down is even possible.”
 
The song is also the title track for their new EP, also available today, and includes the recently released songs “All I Need,” “Dreamboat” and “Turning Red.” The Band Light continues to sharpen its identity as storytellers. Known for blending emotional depth with modern pop-rock sensibilities, the band has already surpassed one million streams on independently released music and toured nationally, opening for Quarters of Change and New Hope Club.
 
With its cinematic scope and visual-forward storytelling, “Worlds” positions The Band Light as a group unafraid to lean into vulnerability while expanding their sonic universe – one emotional orbit at a time.
 
“Worlds,” the song and EP are available on all digital platforms now.

Sacto Alt Rockers Solely Veil Release Debut EP "REVERIE"

Sacramento-based alt hard rock band SOLELY VEIL have today released their new EP, REVERIE, via The Artery Foundation. It is the band's debut release.

Listen to the five-track EP here.

"REVERIE captures the feeling of being stuck between reality and the thoughts that keep you up at night," says the band's vocalist Allen Wheeler. about the EP as a whole. "Each song is a different part of that struggle. It's honest, uncomfortable, and exactly where we were when we wrote it."

Regarding the song "Static," Wheeler offers, "It's about the experience of being trapped in a dream-like state where the boundaries between reality and illusion collapse, as a malevolent entity seeks to assert control, leaving you unable to distinguish what is real from what is not." Listen below.

It's a heavy concept but it's one worth ruminating on via the song!

Out Now and Shipping, Paul Di'Anno's Final Album of Original Songs on Limited Edition Vinyl

Paul Di'Anno's Warhorse debut album is now available and shipping on vinyl from BraveWords Records. This album is the last full album of new, original songs released by the legendary Paul Di’Anno.

Order your copy of PAUL DI’ANNO’s WARHORSE on vinyl today. Visit https://mvdshop.com/collections/bravewords-records
 
Paul Di’Anno’s Warhorse - Here Comes The Night (Official Video) with over 200,000 plays:

You can stream Paul Di'Anno's Warhorse: https://smarturl.it/Warhorse

Produced and Arranged by Pupi and Madiraca
 
Warhorse: 
Paul Di´Anno – Vocals
Hrvoje Madiraca – Guitars
Ante Pupačić Pupi - Guitars
 
Guest Musicians:
Becky Baldwin (Bass Guitar on songs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 9)
Petar Šantić (Drums on songs: 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10), (Bass guitar on song 10)
Joe Lazarus (Drums on song 1)
Andro Banovac (Backing Vocals on songs: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
Danijel Stojan (Drums on song 5)
Nikolina Belan (Backing Vocals on song 9)
 
Recorded in Studio Pupi
Except Drums in Studio Deva, and drums in song Warhorse - Barnyard Studio
 
Mix: A. P. Pupi
 
Mastering: Dado Marušić Deva
Except Going Home and The Doubt Within- Ante Pupačić Pupi
Photography: Dado Marušić Deva
Except Madiraca´s b/w by Nikola Brnaba
 
Album Cover Art / Logo Design: J.M. Navigator

About Paul Di'Anno's Warhorse:
The core of the band and founders are Paul Di'Anno, vocals, Hrvoje Madiraca, guitar and Ante Pupačić Pupi, guitar.
 
Paul Andrews, a British singer better known by his stage name Paul Di’Anno, his nearly half-century-long career began explosively with Iron Maiden, when with the EP ‘The Soundhouse Tapes’, and the albums ‘Iron Maiden’ and ‘Killers ‘ forever cemented the foundations of heavy metal. With timeless hits like ‘Iron Maiden’, ‘Remember Tomorrow’, ‘Running Free’, ‘Phantom of the Opera’, ‘Killers’, ‘Wratchild’, Murders in the Rue Morgue’, ‘Purgatory’ etc., they influenced numerous musicians and bands and were responsible for the creation or development of many subgenres in metal music.

Paul was known as one of the most productive singers, who had a huge number of albums and other releases behind him, either as a solo artist or a member of bands such as Gogmagog, Di’Anno’s Battlezone, Praying Mantis, Killers, Architects of Chaoz or Warhorse. In all his incarnations, Paul always knew how to find a way to the fans, with numerous hits, uncompromising singing, whichwas confirmed by his successful career and furious live shows around the world.

 
This icon of heavy metal with the heart of a punk rock rebel never spared himself in his life, but he always gave everything for music and fans, which is why they have followed him faithfully for almost fifty years.
 

Warhorse was the final original band/project of Paul Di’Anno. The first idea of forming a band arose in December 2021, when Paul and guitarist Hrvoje Madiraca met in Zagreb, Croatia. The formation and naming of this project happened simultaneously with the writing and recording of new songs, which were started immediately after Paul and Hrvoje joined hands and thus formed the band. Warhorse independently released the DVD single ‘Stop the War’ in a limited edition of 666 copies and sold it out in just a few days. This was followed by the fantastic ‘Stop the War’ lyric video, which delighted fans around the world. The Warhorse project gathered fantastic guest musicians on some songs. The core of the band itself is the three ‘horsemen’ Paul Di’Anno – vocals, Hrvoje Madiraca – guitars and Ante Pupačić Pupi – Guitars. 

Paul Dianno, a true original, never forgotten!

Kreator Release Dystopian Video for Title Track of New Album "Krushers of the World" // Album Out Now

The wait is finally over!

The mighty KREATOR have unleashed their highly anticipated 16th studio album Krushers Of The World!    Featuring 10 hard-hitting anthems, the album enhances the band's unmistakable classic thrash metal sound by boldly embracing modern elements wrapped in an uncompromising, massive production by acclaimed producer Jens Bogren.

Krushers Of The World showcases KREATOR at the peak of their creative force — furious, precise, and more relevant than ever. The album bridges decades of thrash metal legacy with a contemporary edge that pushes the genre forward.

Coinciding with the album release, KREATOR have premiered the official music video for the title track "Krushers Of The World." 

Set in a post-apocalyptic Berlin, the video paints a grim yet striking vision of a world on the brink, capturing themes that feel more urgent and topical than ever.

With Krushers Of The World, KREATOR once again prove why they remain one of the most influential and vital forces in metal.

Mille Petrozza comments, "Hordes! Krushers Of The World is yours now! We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do. See you on tour!"

Stream and purchase Krushers Of The World HERE.

Watch the video for "Krushers Of The World" below.

KRUSHERS OF THE USA TOUR 2026
WITH CARCASS + COLD STEEL:
5/7 — Fort Lauderdale, FL — Revolution Live
5/8 — Daytona Beach, FL — Welcome to Rockville
5/10 — Atlanta, GA — The Masquerade
5/11 — Knoxville, TN — The Mill & Mine
5/12 — Raleigh, NC — The Ritz 
5/14 — Worcester, MA — Palladium
5/15 — McKees Rocks, PA — Roxian Theatre
5/16 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple
5/18 — Davenport, IA — Capitol Theatre
5/19 — Minneapolis, MN — First Avenue
5/20 — Chicago, IL — Romova Theatre
5/22 — Huntington, NY — Paramount
5/23 — Baltmore, MD — Maryland Deathfest

GET TICKETS HERE.

Out Now - ANTI-SAPIEN - At The Mercy Of The Merciless

ANTI-SAPIEN return with At the Mercy of the Merciless, a 22 minute blast of sewer-filthy death crust that captures the band in a moment of evolution and escalation. Written on the road and recorded at Growl House Studios for a January 16, 2026 release on Terminus Hate City, the record feels like the point where a pandemic side project that started as a joke has hardened into a focused, relentless, politically furious machine. The songs are still fun, still catchy, still gross and sweaty, but the riffing has become more intricate and the sense of purpose sharper, with the band leaning into real world themes, personal damage, and systemic rot without sacrificing the primal thrill of heavy music.

About ANTI-SAPIEN:

ANTI-SAPIEN formed in Brooklyn in 2021 and grew quickly from a loose pandemic experiment into a touring force known for filthy death crust riffs, sweat soaked shows, and a message that cuts through the noise. The band began as a way for friends to blow off steam and write ugly, fun songs that blended their love of D beat punk, death metal, grind, and the classic New York slam tradition. What surprised them was how quickly audiences connected to not only the heaviness but the honesty. Kids responded to the riffs but also to the moments between songs where the band spoke openly about inequality, exploitation, and the systems that grind people down. That connection pushed ANTI-SAPIEN to take the project further, tighten their sound, and hit the road hard across the United States and eventually through Australia, Korea, and Japan.

Over time the band’s lineup shifted into the current form of Blake Charlton, Alex Fewell, Ryan Murphy, and Nathan Rand, all seasoned musicians with long histories in heavy music. Their combined backgrounds in bands like Ramming Speed, Black Mass, Soul Remnants, and others helped shape the sound into something both raw and disciplined, equal parts crust punk grit and death metal precision. They have played festivals like NEDM Funtime Bonanza and the NYDM International Fest, building a reputation for fast sets, filthy tones, and a refusal to shy away from uncomfortable truths.

ANTI-SAPIEN operate with a clear sense of purpose. They are proudly anti fascist, openly political, and committed to calling out abuses of power while keeping their shows rooted in community and catharsis. The band writes music that is catchy and disgusting, equal parts sewer filth and adrenaline, and they deliver it with the conviction of people who believe heavy music can be fun while still saying something worth hearing. Audiences continue to grow each tour, fueled by the band’s willingness to merge riffs, rage, humor, and a perspective shaped by lived experience.

ANTI-SAPIEN is:

Blake Charlton – Guitar and Lead Vocals
Alex Fewell – Drums
Ryan Murphy – Bass and Backup Vocals
Nathan Rand – Lead Guitar

Connect with ANTI-SAPIEN:

Website: terminushatecity.com
Bandcamp:https://anti-sapien.bandcamp.com/music
E Shop:https://anti-sapien.bandcamp.com/merch
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AntiSapienBand/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/antisapienband/
YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@antisapienband
Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/4qq4lPjBPdNmudoOk1CfRZ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/anti-sapien/1679779909

Out Now - VISERION - Fire & Blood

Exploring a wealth of fantastical literature through the bloodthirsty shroud of black metal, VISERION's forthcoming atmospheric album, Fire and Blood, is set to manifest in this realm on January 16th, 2026. The likes of ULTAR, 1349, SATYRICON, GATES OF ISHTAR are significantly influential in the construction of VISERION's creativity, as they delve heavily into the melodic across their discography. 

The title track opens the album with a more conventionally leaning black metal quality. It establishes the primary theme that bleeds through the release: "our concept for this album was inspired by George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones world. It particularly focuses on the Targaryen dynasty hence the title being their house words: Fire and Blood." The band explain further, "this particular song focuses on the black magic rituals that the Targaryen family was rumored to use in order to control dragons". The violent and aggressive tones emanate from the unyielding instrumentation and monstrous vocal delivery.

The use of non standard time signatures creates a sense of chaos and unease in the introduction to "Mad King". The instability of the arrangement is intentional as the song explores "the delusions and cruelty of King Aerys II as well as his demise". Aegon The Conqueror and his dragon Balerion are the focus of "Reign of Fire". VISERION's use of groove and melodies mark "Reign of Fire" as a standout track. "Blackfyre" tells of The Blackfyre Rebellions through a dark and rhythmic offering. The addition of keys enhances the track with further texture - "part of the production that stands out is the inclusion of keys recorded by our engineer Billy. These keys then sparked our mixer Chris to come up with the idea to use it as an outro".

Horror and anguish lie within the intense "Harrenhal". This composition of despair sees the lyrics portray "the horrifying destruction of Lord Harren’s fortress at the hands of Aegon the Conqueror and his dragon". In an enthralling display of unceasing power the intensity of the instrumentation is immense, only pausing to lament in eerie melodic moments.

About VISERION:
Located in Queens, NY, VISERION blend brutal and aggressive black metal with atmospheric and melodic passages in their own distinctive take on the genre. Storytelling is embedded in their musical creativity, highly influenced by the writings of George R.R. Martin and the World of Westeros. The band initially formed as a three-piece in 2020 by Ben Marvilli taking on bass and vocals, Matt Marvilli on drums and John Magnani performing guitars. Subsequently, in 2022, Magnani left and Ben Marvilli swapped out bass for guitar. Cris Valentine also joined on guitar and Tasso Diakov took on the bass. The debut album Natural Selection dropped in 2021, followed by a split EP release with TELOCH VOVIN titled The Iron Age of Kali Yuga in 2023. Now, Fire and Blood is set to emerge on January 16, 2026. 

VISERION Is:
Benedetto Marvilli -Guitar/Vocals
Matthew Marvilli - Drums
Cris Valentine - Guitar
Tasso Diakov - Bass

Album Credits:
Producer: Billy Pfister
Recording Studio: Westfall Recording
Engineer: Billy Pfister
Mastering: Jacob Buczarski
Mixing: Chris Grigg
Cover art: “Fire in Rome” by Hubert Robert

Out Today From Carrion Vael

Melodic death metal force of nature CARRION VAEL returns with a vengeance on their fifth album, Slay Utterly, to be released through Unique Leader Records on January 16, 2026. Though raw and ferocious at their core, the band weaves intricate technical nuances throughout the album. Punchy riffs and rhythms drive the intensity home, while memorable lead guitar lines and powerful vocal performances leave a lasting impact. Lyrically, Slay Utterly goes above and beyond to immerse the listener in CARRION VAEL's fascination for history and true crime.

CARRION VAEL's technical prowess may take the spotlight on this album, but they are storytellers at their core. Each song on Slay Utterly explores the story of a different serial killer. The perspective jumps between the killer themselves, and the experiences of the victims. On the whole, the album presents a collection of stories delving into the psyches of famous axe murderers, slashers, and other uniquely violent killers throughout history. 

Slay Utterly opens with "19(fucking)78", which instantly sets the tone for the album's intensity and nuance. Featuring layers of technical guitar parts, slam riffs, and clean vocals, the band leaves no skill in their toolbox unused. Lyrically, the song is set in 1970s California; a particularly violent time in history, given the presence of the Hillside Stranglers. The lyrics contemplate issues of nature versus nurture, as well as an obsession with control by any means possible.

Opening with ominous Spanish guitar arpeggios, "Truth or Consequences" tells the story of David Parker Ray, best-known as the Toy Box Killer. Living in the remote deserts of New Mexico, Ray built a soundproof bunker on his land, where he would kidnap women who were passing through. His number of kills remains unknown, though estimates are high. 

"1912" then presents itself as one of the more theatrical and progressive songs on the album. The lyrics tell of an unsolved axe murder that shook the small town of Villisca, Iowa on a hot June night in 1912. To this day, no one knows who really committed the strange and horrific murders of two adults and six children, but speculations abound. The lyrics explore each speculation, varying from train-hopping sociopaths, scorned business associates, or even evangelical madmen.

Fast, heavy, and catchy, "30 on 9" is a quintessential CARRION VAEL track. It delves into various aspects of the mystery of Jack the Ripper, ranging from his true identity, his victims, and the bloody details of his murders. He was believed to have murdered Elizabeth Stride and Catherine Eddowes on September 30th, with this date lending the song its title. 

Guitarist Ryan Kuder shines on "40 Echoes Upon the Parlor", with rapid-fire riffs and blazing lead sections throughout. Clean vocals make a notable appearance in the choruses, wailing spectrally above a mass of blast beats and growls. The lyrics tell of numerous smaller axe murder cases, referencing Lizzie Borden most prominently.

"Lord of 74" opens almost innocently and uncharacteristically for the band, with delicate piano notes and the sound of water dripping in the background. Low, mournful clean vocals build an atmosphere of remorse and anguish until the song explodes into the fury that defines CARRION VAEL. The song tells the story of Joseph Kallinger, a schizophrenic shoe cobbler from Philadelphia who believed that God had sent him to murder every person on Earth... and that with the help of his children, he could complete this task.

"Bisection 47" embodies unrelenting rage from the first note to the last. The song explores the 1947 murder of Elizabeth Short, better known as the Black Dahlia. She was found cut in half (bisected) from the waist, and the identity of her killer remains unknown. The murder has left its mark on history as one of the biggest true crime mysteries to date. 

The final track, "Black Chariot", was originally recorded for CARRION VAEL's album God Killer (2020). As a fan favorite, the band decided to update the song and re-record it for Slay Utterly. Despite the fact that it was recorded for a different album, "Black Chariot" picks up right where "Bisection 47" left off, with layers of vicious snarls and stunning lead guitar work.

About CARRION VALE:
In 2017, brutal melodic death metal storytellers CARRION VAEL set out on a mission to understand disturbing events that may baffle the sane. Each album and each song explores an aspect of true crime history, often focusing on the stories of individual serial killers and their victims. Though this conceptual focus underpins CARRION VAEL's songwriting, they seek to fully utilize all of their skills and talents to ensure that each song develops the sound it needs to tell its story. The band released their first album, Resurrection of the Doomed, independently in 2017, then signed with HPGD Records and released their 2020 follow-up, God Killer. Subsequently, the band signed with Unique Leader Records and released Abhorrent Obsessions (2022) and Cannibals Anonymous (2024). 

With their fifth album, Slay Utterly, on the horizon, CARRION VAEL are set to continue this journey into the monstrous side of the human psyche. Vicious, but surprisingly poignant in just the right dose, Slay Utterly presents an anthology of serial killer stories from significant points in history. The album is certain to enthrall fans of horror, history, and true crime with its vivid portrayals of the minds of both murderers and victims. 

CARRION VALE is:
Travis Lawson Purcell - Vocals
Alex Arford - Bass
Trenton Limburg - Guitar
Ryan Kurder - Guitar
Matt Behner - Drums

Bangalore Choir Release Live Video for Bullet Train from their New Album RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: On Target Part II

Bangalore Choir have released their new album, Rapid Fire Succession: On Target Part II on BraveWords Records. The first single, 'Bullet Train’, recently hit #1 for six weeks on the 97Underground.com radio playlist as well as being in medium rotation on the legendary KNAC FM. Today, Bangalore Choir release a live video for 'Bullet Train', that was filmed on their recent European tour with Girlschool and label-mates Alcatrazz.

David Reece took a moment to talk about the response to the new album: “What can I say but thank you! The response from everyone has been incredible and it's hard to put into words the feeling to be honest. Also I would like to thank media and radio for embracing our record it's been truly incredible! Lastly I want to mention the tour Bangalore Choir was honored to be a part of with Alcatraz and Girlschool. Many of you know we perform classics from On Target, but this time around we were fortunate to be able to showcase many songs from Rapid Fire Succession: On Target Part II and amazingly seeing and hearing people singing along to 'Bullet Train', 'Driver's Seat' and many others was truly inspiring! We can't thank you all enough for raising the roof! I look forward to seeing and hearing you all again in 2026!”

Stream or purchase RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: On Target Part II: https://smarturl.it/bangalorechoir

David Reece: Vocals

Diego Pires: Lead and Rhythm Guitars

Eric Juris: Lead and Rhythm Guitars

Andy Susemihl: Lead, Rhythm Guitars & Backing Vocals

Mario Percudani: Lead, Rhythm Guitars & Backing Vocals

Riccardo Demarosi: Bass and Backing Vocals

Nello Savinelli: Drums

 

Guest appearances:

Jimmy Waldo: Keyboards

Ferdy Doernberg: Keyboards

 

Engineered by Riccardo Demorossi

Mixed and Mastered by Thomas Mergler @Tom's Soundranch

Links:

https://www.facebook.com/share/1HwR7Kvq48/

https://www.instagram.com/david.reece.official

https://www.bandsintown.com/a/1505934

https://www.youtube.com/@davidreece7832

Out today from Vesseles!

VESSELES returns with Home, a devastating and majestic sophomore release that delves deep into identity, belonging, and the mythos of a demon cast into the human world. Founded as a personal vessel for Valira, a demon entity discovering her truth through music, VESSELES fuses symphonic black metal with cinematic grandeur and emotional weight. This project is not just about sound; it's about survival, transformation, and reclaiming power in a world that was never built for her.

Home is the sound of returning to a place you've never truly known. It opens with “Flesh Throne,” a regal, thunderous anthem where Valira reclaims her sovereignty over humanity. From there, the album dives into the mythic rituals of The Beneath with “Eternally Within Us,” a ceremonial track complete with Latin mantras and sweeping symphonics that ground the demon realm’s ancient roots in flesh and blood.
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“The Beneath” stands out as a brutal, bombastic ode to her home world: violent, majestic, and unwavering in its hatred of mankind. The longing is palpable, yet there’s pride in the cruelty; it’s not just where Valira is from, it’s what shaped her. Then comes “Home,” the album’s namesake and emotional center. For the first time, Valira takes on lead vocals, questioning whether the place she fought so hard to return to was ever meant to comfort her. This track weaves in foreshadowing, referencing the next four songs, as a lyrical and thematic bridge that transforms the concept of home from destination to obstacle.

“They Wither…” provides a quiet, haunting pause. An instrumental piano piece that counters the despair of previous releases, this song leans into reflection, rooted not in shame, but in power. That strength explodes in “Until They Are Dust,” a sprawling composition that details the grotesque birth of The Beneath: a cursed sludge consuming humanity to give rise to the next generation of demons. The piano motifs from the previous track grow into a full, imperial force here, setting the stage for what follows.

“Scriptures Etched Into the Mind’s Pillars” shifts focus inward. A fierce, classic black metal track about building mental walls for survival, it marks the album’s lyrical turning point, from external reclamation to internal unraveling. This descent continues in “Perpetual Chasm of Black Mirrors,” a harrowing journey through isolation, suffocation, and the horror of being self-aware in a world that rejects you. The dissonant piano passages echo like thoughts in a collapsing mind.

Finally, “This Is Not Home” brings the album full circle. It is both a response to the title track and a fiery rebirth. Realizing she will never belong in the world she left behind, or the one she was cast into, Valira chooses to summon her own empire. Pain gives way to rage, sorrow to power. It’s a triumphant, wrathful finale that cements VESSELES not only as a voice of identity and resistance but as a sovereign presence in the black metal realm.

Home is the natural maturation of VESSELES' sound. More dynamic, more orchestral, more unflinchingly personal, it charts Valira’s journey from confident origin to tortured self-doubt and finally to righteous authority. During recording, a late inclusion of Valira’s own vocals unlocked new potential, revealing the expressive power of her voice in leading the story. While it arrived too late to be fully incorporated across the album, it points clearly to the project's future: bolder, deeper, more human, and more demonic, than ever.

For those drawn to the theatricality of CRADLE OF FILTH, the compositional complexity of SEPTICFLESH, or the grandeur of DIMMU BORGIR, VESSELES is both homage and evolution. It’s not just music. It’s a reckoning, and Home is the sound of a demon returning, not to find peace, but to claim it by force.

All live vocals are now done by Valira with contributions on the album by Joel Ferry.

THE ETERNAL Celebrate Release of New EP Celestial with Music Video for “Celestial Veil” Out Now on Reigning Phoenix Music!

Australian-Finnish dark progressive gothic metal collective THE ETERNAL celebrates the release of their new, critically-acclaimed EP, entitled "Celestial", that is out now on powerhouse label Reigning Phoenix Music.
 

To mark the day, the band have unveiled an official music video for “Celestial Veil”, a track that highlights their talent for slow-burning heaviness and emotional depth. The EP is available digitally and as a limited, eco-friendly recycled vinyl LP edition (exclusively available through the band’s official store and the RPM shop). Order your favorite choice of format at this location: https://theeternal.rpm.link/celestialPR

Built on restrained weight and a drifting sense of atmosphere, the new single “Celestial Veil” unfolds like a moment suspended in time. The video mirrors this feeling through cosmic imagery, light meets vast darkness, visually reinforcing the song’s themes of loss, distance, and fragile connection.

Featuring celestial metaphors, “Celestial Veil” captures the longing and grief of separation. As stars fade and time stands still, the song reveals that love, though fragile and doomed, remains a luminous force: eternal in memory and dreams beyond the darkness.

Watch the video clip now premiering below:

Following the success of their acclaimed 2024 album Skinwalker, THE ETERNAL now return with their new EP Celestial. Continuing their signature fusion of melancholic atmospheres, doom-laden heaviness, and progressive depth, the band once again delivers an emotive and cinematic journey through sound and spirit, unafraid to embrace both beauty and bleakness while charting new creative horizons.

With Mark Kelson (vocals/guitars) and Richie Poate (guitars) in Melbourne, joined by Niclas Etelävuori (bass, ex-Amorphis/Flat Earth) and Jan Rechberger (drums, Amorphis) in Helsinki, THE ETERNAL have solidified themselves as a truly international collaboration. Their music resonates with fans of acts such as Katatonia, Swallow the Sun, and Anathema - dark yet luminous, heavy yet emotionally transcendent!

THE ETERNAL is:
Mark Kelson / Guitar & Vocals
Richie Poate / Guitar
Niclas Etelävuori / Bass
Jan Rechberger / Drums & Percussion

More on THE ETERNAL:
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/TheEternal
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theeternalofficial/
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TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@theeternalofficial
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4vJAnrZbwUesT_FlY03mdw

Lionheart Release New Album

California hardcore powerhouse Lionheart have officially entered full domination mode with the release of their new album Valley Of Death II, cementing one of the most aggressive and effective album campaigns modern hardcore has seen in years.
 

Musically, Valley Of Death II delivers exactly what its title promises. Crushing grooves, merciless riffs, and commanding gang shouts collide with an even darker, heavier, and more confrontational atmosphere than its predecessor. Serving as the long-awaited sequel to their 2019 fan favorite, the album finds Lionheart fully locked in, focused, and firing on all cylinders — a band that knows exactly who they are and how hard they want to hit.
 

Freshly released via Arising Empire, Valley Of Death II is not about reinvention, but escalation. One track after another underlines why Lionheart have reclaimed their position at the top of modern hardcore and why the response to this release cycle has been nothing short of overwhelming.
 

To complete this massive chapter, Lionheart will return to Europe in January 2026 for a huge headline tour, joined by hardcore royalty Madball, metalcore heavyweights Gideon, and German crossover force Slope.
 

From the first comeback blow to the final album drop, Lionheart make one thing unmistakably clear: this era isn’t about survival — it's about total domination.


Catch the band live in Europe — more info HERE.

Out Now From Redivider - Sounds Of Malice

REDIVIDER, a death metal band from Louisville, Kentucky, presents their debut full-length album Sounds of Malice, a concentrated expression of aggression, narrative depth, and old school brutality fused with modern execution. Formed in early 2021 by Jacob Spencer and Paul Nunavath, REDIVIDER was built with a singular intent: to write crushing death metal rooted in the atmosphere of the 1990s Florida scene while expanding on those foundations with contemporary precision and weight. Joined by Jake Atha and Alexander Farrington, the band forged their identity through live performance and focused songwriting, culminating in an album that reflects both their influences and their evolution.

Sounds of Malice opens with "Quartered and Devoured", a violent and immediate introduction to the record. The track pulls from Dungeons & Dragons mythology, portraying a ritualistic execution of a savage race by divine decree. The music is relentless and hook-laden, prioritizing tension, groove, and a sense of fury that refuses to let up. This track was chosen to lead the album for its visceral energy and capacity to immediately strike the listener.

The title track "Sounds of Malice" follows, drawing from a character created by Spencer for a campaign he never got to play. Told from the perspective of an evil wizard addicted to a substance called Liquid Pain, the song balances morbid fantasy with deeply structured guitar work. The dual solos from Nunavath are a highlight, combining melodic phrasing with unhinged dissonance. It is both personal and grotesque, a reflection of the band’s creative range.

"Shackled to Existence" is the album’s longest and most introspective piece. Originating from an idea by original drummer Tyler Lewis, it deals with the inevitability of death and the emptiness of existence. The track journeys through dynamic shifts, intricate harmonies, and a guitar solo that mirrors the emotional despair embedded in the lyrics. It showcases the band's ability to slow the pace without sacrificing impact.

In "Apocalyptic Waste", REDIVIDER offers their take on global ruin, inspired by the Book of Elder Evils from D&D lore. The song is structured to depict an unfolding disaster, beginning with chaos and closing in desolation. The drumming and riffing here lean into the modern death metal playbook while staying grounded in groove, reflecting both destruction and aftermath.

"Fratricide" continues the mythological thread, drawing inspiration from the Elder Scrolls universe. It recounts a cosmic battle between divine brothers over a goddess, resulting in the violent birth of existence itself. The music reflects that chaos through shifting rhythms and dissonant layers while still delivering heavy, crushing sections that ground the narrative in sonic weight.

"Bask in the Rot" moves into monster territory, a tribute to the Gelatinous Cube reimagined as a sentient mass of sewage and death. The band wrote the instrumental parts around Spencer’s vocal rhythm, resulting in a track that drags and smothers, matching the grotesque nature of the subject matter. Influenced by "Where the Slime Lives", it is slow, grinding, and impossible to ignore.

The album concludes with "Left to Rot", a hymn of devotion from the undead to Orcus, Lord of the Undead. One of the earliest songs written by the band, it encapsulates the themes present throughout the record. The arrangement grows from a heavy groove into a dramatic finale that resolves the tension built across the album. It is an appropriate end for a record that began with violent resistance to the gods and closes with a prayer for apocalyptic release.

Recorded at Round Table Recording Company and Michael Kent O’Bryan Studio, mixed by guitarist Paul Nunavath and mastered by Dan Swano at Unisound, Sounds of Malice captures REDIVIDER's live energy and commitment to authentic performance. The band wrote these songs with the stage in mind, crafting moments of impact, tension, and catharsis. Every song exists to be felt physically, with riffs meant to be remembered and choruses meant to incite chaos.

Though Sounds of Malice does not follow a strict concept, its cohesion comes from atmosphere and intention. From the first note to the last, REDIVIDER seeks to overwhelm the listener with stories of death, decay, addiction, ritual, and myth. The band channels their influences, from CANNIBAL CORPSE and MORBID ANGEL to DEATH and GORGUTS, not as a template, but as a foundation to build upon. This album is not a tribute. It is a statement of purpose. REDIVIDER has crafted a debut that is punishing, articulate, and unflinchingly true to the spirit of death metal.

About REDIVIDER:

REDIVIDER is a death metal band from Louisville, Kentucky, formed in 2021 by vocalist Jacob Spencer and guitarist Paul Nunavath. Joined by guitarist Jake Atha and bassist Alexander Farrington, the band draws influence from the early Florida death metal scene and bands like CANNIBAL CORPSE, MORBID ANGEL, DEATH, and GORGUTS. With a sound rooted in old school brutality and layered with modern aggression, REDIVIDER combines guttural vocals, dissonant riffs, and relentless groove to create music that is both violent and immersive.

The band made their live debut in 2022 and quickly gained recognition in the underground scene, sharing stages with acts such as CREEPING DEATH, CRYPTA, MASACRE, COGNITIVE, and SEE YOU NEXT TUESDAY. Their debut album Sounds of Malice is a conceptually rich, sonically punishing record that blends fantasy-driven storytelling with crushing heaviness. Written with live performance in mind, REDIVIDER’s music thrives on tension, rhythm, and unapologetic intensity, death metal built to be felt as much as heard.

REDIVIDER Lineup:

  • Jacob Spencer – Vocals

  • Paul Nunavath – Guitar

  • Jake Atha – Guitar

  • Alexander Farrington – Bass

  • Mike Hargrave – Drums (live)


Connect with REDIVIDER: