LUNGBURNER Releases New Video "Adamu," Dogma Out Now!

April 18, 2026

Atlanta heavy music collective LUNGBURNER have released their new video for “Adamu” alongside their third full-length album Dogma, available now through Terminus Hate City Records HERE.

Written throughout 2025 and recorded, produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered entirely by the band, Dogma marks a significant step forward in LUNGBURNER’s evolution. Across seven tracks and just over forty minutes, the album expands their sound by blending southern sludge weight with progressive composition, atmospheric electronics, and shifting melodic structures.

Conceptually, Dogma explores the psychological and spiritual consequences of entrenched belief systems. Drawing from mythology, philosophy, and personal reflection, the album examines how inherited ideas surrounding religion, culture, and identity shape human behavior and perception. Each track presents a different perspective, forming a continuous narrative that moves through awakening, rebellion, struggle, and eventual balance.

The album opens with “Adamu,” now accompanied by a new video. The track begins with tribal percussion samples and a call to the fallen angel Lucifer before unfolding into a driving riff anchored by deep bass and aggressive vocals. Referencing the Babylonian concept of the first man, “Adamu” centers on humanity’s emergence into self awareness and the uneasy realization of one’s place within larger systems of belief and structure. The video reflects these themes through stark and symbolic imagery.

With Dogma, LUNGBURNER deliver their most cohesive and ambitious work to date, pushing beyond genre boundaries while maintaining a focused conceptual vision.

LUNGBURNER has performed widely across the southeastern United States, appearing at festivals such as Tampa Doom & Gloom Fest, Gravitoid Heavy Music Doomfest, Seismic Fest, ATL Doom Fest, Stoned Riff Revival, and AthFest, while also touring the region in 2025 on the Fall Into Darkness Tour with FALSE GODS. Additional highlights include opening for BARONESS at their Atlanta New Year's Eve 2025 performance and headlining Doomed and Stoned Fest in Asheville, North Carolina.

Outside of music, all members work professionally in various engineering fields, and none of them originally came from traditional doom or stoner rock backgrounds. Their approach to the genre grew organically from a shared appreciation for heavy music and experimentation, which continues to shape the band's evolving sound as they move toward a more progressive direction while maintaining their doom foundation.

LUNGBURNER is:

Jens Anderberg — guitar, lead vocals
Joseph Mills — guitar, backup vocals
Joshua Broughton — bass

CONNECT WITH LUNGBURNER:

Bandcamp: https://lungburner.bandcamp.com
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Thunder's Legendary Album "LIVE" is Back + Available Digitally + On Vinyl for the First Time | OUT NOW

April 18, 2026

British rock heavyweights THUNDER are back in the spotlight, dusting off their classic 1998 live album and giving it the kind of remaster that makes you wonder how the original ever survived without it. The record landed yesterday as a Deluxe Limited 4LP Gatefold Vinyl, Limited 3CD Digipak, and digital.

The recordings go back to 1997, a time when THUNDER were riding a fresh wave of energy. LIVE captured them in full attack mode, all big riffs, bluesy swagger, and Danny Bowes doing what Danny Bowes does — belting it out like the walls might fall in. Luke Morley's guitar work and songwriting are all over it too, reminding you why the band carved out such a loyal following in the first place. The new re-master sharpens everything up without sanding off the grit that made the album such a favorite among long timers.

THUNDER have been doing this since the late '80s, and they've always had that knack for mixing classic British rock muscle with huge, arms-in-the-air choruses. LIVE shows that side of them perfectly. It's powerful but never cold, polished but still loose enough to feel like you're right there in the room.

The 2025 re-master keeps the spirit intact while giving the whole thing more punch and space. earMUSIC has handled the release, treating it as both a nod to a key chapter in the band's story and a chance for new listeners to get a taste of what THUNDER can do when the amps are cooking.

The band have also dropped a fresh clip of their performance for "Love Walked In" on the earMUSIC YouTube channel today, which you can watch Below.

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

LungBurner - Dogma - Out Now!

April 18, 2026

Atlanta, Georgia heavy music collective LUNGBURNER will release their third full length album Dogma on April 17, 2026 through Terminus Hate City Records. Written throughout 2025 and recorded, produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered entirely by the band, Dogma captures LUNGBURNER expanding their sonic identity while deepening the conceptual and emotional scope of their music. Across seven tracks and just over forty minutes, the album blends southern sludge weight with progressive composition, atmospheric electronics, and evolving melodic structures.

Conceptually, Dogma explores the psychological and spiritual consequences of entrenched belief systems. Drawing from mythology, philosophy, and personal reflection, the album examines how inherited ideas about religion, culture, and identity shape human behavior and perception. Each composition approaches the subject from a different perspective, forming a continuous narrative that moves through awakening, rebellion, struggle, and eventual balance.

The album opens with "Adamu", which begins with tribal percussion samples and a call to the fallen angel Lucifer before unfolding into a driving riff anchored by deep bass and aggressive vocal delivery. The title references the Babylonian concept of the first man and frames the song’s exploration of humanity’s emergence into self awareness and the uneasy realization of one’s place within larger systems of belief and structure.

"Rapture" follows with rapid guitar work and heavy rhythmic intensity, incorporating elements of modern metal alongside the band’s established low tuned foundation. The song shifts between melodic passages and driving grooves while examining the moment of personal realization that accompanies a rejection of inherited truths.

"The Sin of Defiance" introduces a more melodic opening before transitioning between hypnotic bass movement and heavy guitar passages. The lyrics draw from experiences of discipline, hierarchy, and survival, reflecting on the tension between obedience and individuality within systems that demand absolute loyalty.

"(Bhajan) The Fall" marks a turning point in the album’s atmosphere. Beginning with the interlude "Bhajan", a piece originally conceived many years earlier, the track introduces synthesizers as a prominent element and slows the pace into a meditative and weighty progression. The composition explores the disorientation that can accompany self realization, where clarity and fear coexist.

"Apostasy" begins with a spoken sample from philosopher Jiddu Krishnamurti addressing the dangers of institutionalized belief. The track channels tightly controlled aggression and rhythmic precision while expanding on the album’s central theme of breaking from inherited doctrine in pursuit of personal truth.

"Misery" continues the album’s exploration of inner conflict with one of its heaviest sonic moments. Featuring guitars tuned to an extremely low register and layered with samples and synthesizer textures, the song reflects on the necessity of confronting illusion and acknowledging reality without compromise.

The album closes with the nine minute composition "Pistus Sophia", which unfolds gradually through evolving melodic passages and ritualistic atmosphere. The title references Sophia from Gnostic tradition, a figure representing wisdom and the balance of spiritual forces. The introduction features a spoken prayer to Lilith performed in Polish by Aleksandra Anderberg, whose visual artwork also provides the cover for Dogma. The track concludes the album by reflecting on the dual nature of spiritual experience and the search for equilibrium between opposing forces.

With its combination of crushing downtuned guitars, atmospheric electronics, and layered thematic content, Dogma presents LUNGBURNER’s most focused and expansive work to date. The album stands as a meditation on belief, individuality, and the human struggle to define truth within systems that often demand unquestioning faith.

LUNGBURNER is:

Jens Anderberg — Guitar, Lead Vocals
Joseph Mills — Guitar, Backing Vocals
Joshua Broughton — Bass

Connect with LUNGBURNER:

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From Ashes to New Drop "Forever" Video — WATCH // New Album "Reflections" Out Now

April 17, 2026

Today, the Lancaster, PA-based quintet shares the video for "Forever." The song weaves contemplative verses with epic and explosive choruses and breakdowns, and it ultimately demonstrates the band's deftness with dynamics.

Watch the video, directed by Orie McGuinness, below.

"'Forever' came together at the very end of the record, almost like it was waiting for everything else to fall into place before it could exist," Brandyberry shares. "There's a sense of finality to it, like standing in the aftermath of something you can't fix, realizing too late where it all went wrong. It paints a picture of how it feels when regret won't let go."

He continues, "We pushed ourselves further than we ever have on this one. We made choices that felt uncomfortable, but that's what helped shape it into something different for us. The goal wasn't to play it safe; it was to evolve and create something that sticks with you. 'Forever' doesn't resolve cleanly…It lingers, and that's exactly what we wanted."

As for the album as a whole, the band explains, "It's not a concept album by design, but there's a common theme running through it — that feeling of being stuck in a kind of purgatory, where you can almost see something better ahead of you, but there's always something dragging you back down."

It is also a moment for From Ashes to New, but not simply a moment in time. The band finishes, "This record is a reflection of who we were while making it, but even more than that, it's a statement of who we're becoming. Every song helped shape a sound that feels honest to where we're headed, not where we've been. We didn't hold anything back, and you can hear that in every moment."

The 12-track REFLECTIONS is the follow-up to 2023's BLACKOUT, which achieved the #1 spot on several iTunes and Spotify Rock and Metal charts across the globe. It was a massive success. Yet, in late 2023, FROM ASHES TO NEW arrived at a creative crossroads. The group wrapped up demos for 16 songs for what was supposed to be their fifth studio album. However, instead of sprinting towards the finish line and completing the record, the band scrapped those demo sessions. The process went against everything the band had ever done before. But largely starting anew —they kept two songs—was liberating. The band collectively knew it had to make something that remained true to their traditional sound yet broadened the tent to capture the ears and focus of a fresh audience. "I wanted to take what we are good at and push it even further," Brandyberry says. "That was the process for this whole record."

As a result, fans can hear a reinvigorated FROM ASHES TO NEW on REFLECTIONS.

In other From Ashes to New news, the single "Drag Me" is Top 10 on Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.

The band returns to the U.S. for a 42-date tour supporting Black Veil Brides, along with TX2, and As December Falls, starting April 25 in Riverside, CA. Tickets are available HERE. From Ashes to New will join Shinedown for a leg of the band's summer tour in July and August, as well. All confirmed FATN tour dates are below.

FROM ASHES TO NEW:
7/27 – Nashville, TN – The Basement East

WITH BLACK VEIL BRIDES:
4/25 — Riverside, CA — Municipal Auditorium
4/26 — Reno, NV — Grand Sierra Resort
4/28 — Seattle, WA — Showbox SoDo
4/30 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Union
5/01 — Denver, CO — Fillmore
5/02 — Omaha, NE — ASTRO
5/04 — Dallas, TX — House of Blues
5/05 — Houston, TX — House of Blues
5/06 — San Antonio, TX — The Aztec
5/08 — Atlanta, GA — Tabernacle
5/11 — Greensboro, NC — Piedmont Hall
5/12 — Norfolk, VA — The Norva
5/14 — Philadelphia, PA — Fillmore
5/15 — Pittsburgh, PA — Stage AE
5/17 — Detroit, MI — The Fillmore
5/19 — Indianapolis, IN — Egyptian Room
5/21 — Minneapolis, MN — The Fillmore
5/22 — Chicago, IL — Ramova Theatre or The Vic
5/23 — Madison, WI — The Sylvee
5/25 — Toronto, ON — History
5/26 — Montreal, QC — M-Telus
5/28 — New York, NY — Palladium Times Square
5/29 — Silver Spring, MD — Fillmore
5/30 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium

WITH SHINEDOWN:
7/11 — Mt. Pleasant, MI — Soaring Eagle
7/15 — Quebec City, QC — Centre Vidéotron
7/18 — Albany, NY — MVP Arena
7/25 — Knoxville, TN — Food City Center
7/26 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center
7/28 – Camdenton, MO – Ozarks Amphitheater
7/30 — Lubbock, TX — United Supermarkets Arena
8/2 — El Paso, TX — UTEP Don Haskins Center
8/4 — Tucson, AZ — Tucson Arena
8/7 — Las Vegas, NV — Michelob ULTRA Arena
8/10 — Boise, ID — ExtraMile Arena
8/12 — Billings, MT — First Interstate Arena at MetraPark
8/14 — Spokane, WA — Numerica Veterans Arena
8/15 — Vancouver, BC — PNE Pacific Coliseum
8/17 — Edmonton, AB — Rogers Place
8/20 — Fargo, ND — Fargodome
8/23 — Springfield, IL — Illinois State Fair
10/23 — Miramar Beach, FL — Shinedown's Lunatic Ball Beach Weekend 2026

FESTIVALS:
9/17 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life Festival

Midwinter Release New Album 'A Love I Hope Will Haunt Me Forever' And "Moonveil" Official Video via Papercut Recordings

April 16, 2026

Atmospheric metalcore quintet Midwinter have today released their new album, 'A Love I Hope Will Haunt Me Forever' via Papercut Recordings. The full-length is the band's second since their 2025 debut album, 'Is There Anything You Want To Say?' and latest body of work since the release of their 'CHAPTER THREE: STILL HURTS' EP last month. The band has also dropped the official video for "Eager Tides" from the new album watch below , and has previously shared videos for "Champagne" and most recently, "Lying Figures". When asked about 'A Love I Hope Will Haunt Me Forever', Midwinter commented:

"This album came from a really personal place for us. It’s about losing someone you love and trying to make sense of everything that comes after; the doubt, the anger, the quiet moments where it all sinks in. Sonically, we let ourselves experiment and push into heavier, stranger territory, somewhere between progressive metalcore and thall with a specific emphasis on sound design. We wanted the sound of the album to reflect the raw emotion of the lyrics while also maintaining our staple modern sound."

Fans can also see the band hit the stage across the US alongside Unprocessed and Allt (ticket info here). 'A Love I Hope Will Haunt Me Forever' is available now on all streaming platforms , and watch the official "Eager Tides" video Below.

Midwinter Tour Dates with Unprocessed + Allt

04/16 Phoenix, AZ @ The Nile

04/17 Los Angeles, CA @ The Roxy Theatre

04/18 Sacramento, CA @ Harlow's

04/21 Vancouver, BC @ The Pearl

04/22 Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

04/24 Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge

04/25 Denver, CO @ Marquis

04/27 Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge

04/29 Detroit, MI @ El Club

04/30 Toronto, ON @ The Opera House

05/01 Montreal, QC @ Le Studio TD

05/02 Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall

05/03 New York, NY @ Gramercy Theatre

05/05 Washington, DC @ Union Stage

05/06 Carrboro, NC @ Cat's Cradle

05/08 Tampa, FL @ Crowbar

05/09 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Hell)

05/11 Nashville, TN @ Basement East

05/12 Cincinnati, OH @ Madison Live

05/13 St. Louis, MO @ Off Broadway

05/15 Indianapolis, IN @ Hi-Fi

05/16 Pittsburgh, PA @ Spirit Hall

ABOUT MIDWINTER

Midwinter carves beauty from chaos with their emotionally charged brand of progressive metalcore. Blending punishing thall-infused riffs, lush ambient layers, and introspective lyrics, the Cleveland, Ohio based five-piece explores themes of loss, identity, and healing. Their sound design is immersive and intentional—layered with glitchy textures, dissonant melodies, and experimental production techniques that push genre boundaries and elevate every emotional peak and breakdown.

Midwinter is:

Zac D'Urso

Billy Toth

Kody Archer

Max Underwood

Nate Rosenhaus

Enter Shikari Surprise Release New Album 'LOSE YOUR SELF' via SO Recordings

April 12, 2026

With zero announcements or teasers from the band, Enter Shikari have a surprise release, their brand new album! Lose Your Self (released via So Recordings) spans 12 tracks exploring themes of desolation, futility and complete despair at the state of the world, but with glimmers of hopefulness and optimism threaded throughout. Whilst the likes of major pop stars including Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber who have famously released albums out of the blue over the years, Enter Shikari have managed to not only release Lose Your Self digitally, but also physically, unlike their predecessors. As of right now (12am BST on Friday, April 10th), this accomplished and ingenious body of work is available to stream and also buy in CD and vinyl format worldwide. Listen Below.

Frontman Rou Reynolds articulates,

"We’re delighted to present LOSE YOUR SELF, and give people the chance to hear a Shikari record like never before - as a cohesive whole. We want people to go on a proper journey with this album, and see where it takes them.

No lead up, no singles, and no explanation. Forcing the listener to actually listen, without being drip-fed ideas out of context, or spoon-fed explanations. We simply present it all, for the listener to immerse themself in.

Releasing in this way was also a decision to not be distracted by chart races, or accolades and “things”.

We got the No.1 album on our last record. This is simply about the music being presented in a natural way.

Despite turning out to be one our darkest and heaviest albums to date, it also preaches hope and offers answers.

Shikari will always offer hope, because without hope there is no action. We’ll just always offer it with a dose of realism.”

Earlier this year, Enter Shikari announced a UK and EU headline arena tour for November, their biggest yet, a headline run in Australia in May, and two headline runs in North America - the first hitting the East Coast in June, where they will be joined by Boston Manor and Initiate as support, the second hitting the West Coast in September and October with Initiate and main support TBA.

The EU dates kick off on 3rd November at the Sporthalle in Hamburg, and include the band’s biggest ever German headline show, at Düsseldorf’s Mitsubishi Halle, boasting a capacity of 7500! The band will then begin the UK leg of the tour in Nottingham at the Motorpoint Arena on 13th November. Gigs in cities including Cardiff, Hull, Glasgow and Manchester will follow, before ending with not one but two shows at London’s Alexandra Palace on 20th and 21st November! All dates, information and tickets for all live dates can be found here.

Every ticket sold for the band’s UK arena tour dates will include a £1 donation to the Music Venue Trust, supporting grassroots music venues under threat of closure in the UK. Enter Shikari were the first artist to implement the scheme which is one very close to their hearts, with ticket sales from their 2024 arena tour carrying the donation, paving the way for the likes of Sam Fender and Coldplay to follow suit with their own generous donations.

The highly-anticipated November tour is the band’s first arena tour since their A Kiss For The Whole World tour in 2024, celebrating their album of the same name landing them their first ever UK No.1 album in the Official Charts, where they had previously scored 6 Top 10 albums! The 2024 tour included their raucous debut Wembley Arena show. The four-piece last year released Live At Wembley, the triumphant live show recorded in full available on streaming services, and on a limited run of vinyl available at only four record stores worldwide. You can also watch the full show here, which features footage from the first FPV (first-person view) drone to be flown live at Wembley Arena!

During their remarkable and celebrated career, Enter Shikari have received several accolades in the form of gongs from NME, Kerrang!, Rock Sound, Heavy Music Awards and more. They have played a whopping 3000+ live shows around the world including three headline arena tours in the UK, supported the likes of The Prodigy and Linkin Park and played festivals such as Glastonbury, Reading & Leeds, Download and Slam Dunk where they also headlined in 2023.

LOSE YOUR SELF arrives at a moment when Enter Shikari's trajectory has never been steeper. Their seventh record, A Kiss For The Whole World, gave them their first UK Official Albums Chart No.1 in 2023, completing a run of seven consecutive top-five debuts. The subsequent arena tour included a landmark first headline performance at London's Wembley Arena, later documented on the live album and film Live From Wembley. This November, the band embark on their biggest UK and European arena tour yet, taking in two nights at London's Alexandra Palace, Glasgow's OVO Hydro, Manchester's Co-op Live, and their first ever German headline arena show. North American headline dates are confirmed for the East Coast in June and the West Coast in September/October, along with performances at Vans Warped Tour in Washington D.C. and Summerfest in Milwaukee, WI.

Renowned worldwide for spectacular, innovative live shows that blur the line between concert and communal release, Enter Shikari have built a reputation as one of the most joyously incendiary bands actively touring today. Their production-led performances, featuring arena-scale laser and lighting rigs, regularly see band members launching themselves into the centre of the crowd. Over 3,000 shows worldwide and counting, with headlining performances at major festivals including Slam Dunk, Reading and Leeds, and Download Pilot alongside three UK arena tours. There are few bands working harder or putting more of themselves into every performance they give.

Enter Shikari's North American headline tour begins June 10 in Boston. Tickets available at entershikari.com.

As Everything Unfolds Release New Album "Did You Ask To Be Set Free" Plus New Video For "Find Another Way Out"

April 12, 2026

As Everything Unfolds release their highly-anticipated new album, DID YOU ASK TO BE SET FREE?, via Century Media.

"People often reference and say that their album has been a journey process for them in their experiences, a form of therapy if you will," says As Everything Unfolds frontwoman Charlie Rolfe. "I've never related to something so deeply as I have with this record. This album's process started in an extremely positive part of my life, we started writing the record, things were going well, music was flowing we had about ten demos at this point, I was living in harmony and happiness, finally starting to feel at peace in life with my bandmates, friends, family and partner, only to be hit with the shift of losing more than I can even describe."

"I had to move from my home, drugs/alcohol were corrupting people around me," she continues. "Alongside this my boyfriend, and fellow bandmate Jamie, passed away. Going through all of this trauma and grief left me in a state of numbness, losing all sense of myself. After some time we decided to tackle writing again, I started journaling after my therapy sessions a lot and turning those entries into lyrics, and it rolled from there into a lot of the songs you hear on this record. Given the nature of Jamie's passing and other traumas happening midway through the process, you really get the sense of change, the sonic and lyrical dynamic shift in the music, and as hard as it is, to listen to some of the tracks, knowing what I'd been through, knowing that some tracks Jamie had either heard or he hadn't, even now it's still hard to process, but that process, that movement and passage of time it's what makes it a journey of our experiences."

"I found a lot of comfort in my passions during my time alone. I spent a lot of time waiting for days to go by, experiencing what I now know to be maladaptive daydreaming, just to get myself out of my own life and human experience whenever I could. I started to play with the idea of writing this record through the perspective of escapism, mirroring my own escape from trauma into daydreams, movies and music. Films like Blade Runner, Donnie Darko, Bram Stoker's Dracula and The Shining allowed me to express my thoughts and feelings with a protective barrier, pretending to be someone else rather than living these experiences in real time as Charlie."

"I was really seeking new musical inspiration after our second album. Reading 'The Creative Act' by Rick Rubin changed the way I wrote melodies and lyrics, and how I viewed creativity as a whole. I spent a lot of time writing subconsciously while driving, walking or cooking. For example, I was blasting the Gasoline instrumental demo while cooking and wrote the whole chorus almost in one take, voice noting it immediately, and it didn’t change much from there to the final version."

"I ended up going backwards to my teenage years for inspiration, pulling from music I feel so connected to like My Chemical Romance, Thirty Seconds to Mars' A Beautiful Lie and Flyleaf's Memento Mori, alongside the New Wave and New Romantic music I was brought up on. Bands like Depeche Mode, Tears for Fears, Duran Duran and Adam & The Ants influenced the album visually, while peers like Vukovi, Rivals, Enter Shikari, The Throwaway Scene and South Arcade helped shape it in the present."

Of "Find Another Way", today’s album release single, Charlie says:
"'Find Another Way' is a song written about having to come to terms with my own self sacrifice and letting go of holding control of things I just can’t anymore. I found I just needed to follow the path that was always destined for me. I really started to think about how as soon as I started to accept my present reality, my path & just letting things happen, how much more I was able to manage myself on a day to day basis, sacrificing the person I was before all my trauma, letting them go and evolving into this new version of myself, whether that be for better or worse in the meantime, it's who I am now supposed to be and I will find another way to be, another way to exist and find myself again. I remember watching Donnie Darko and for some reason this particular time I watched it, it hit me in a way I never felt before, watching Donnie have to come to terms with his own death so his friends/family can continue to live, how he tried to ignore his new reality, and in the end he found happiness in knowing what he did saved everyone around him."

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

Chronicler Of Ardul Releases Sounds of Ardul

April 12, 2026

Sounds of Ardul is a sweeping orchestral journey into the dark fantasy realm of Ardul, composed by David Williams of CHRONICLER OF ARDUL. Instead of relying on metal elements, the album embraces cinematic storytelling through rich symphonic textures, intimate folk tunes, and atmospheric worldbuilding. Each track feels like a moment from a larger adventure, guiding listeners through taverns, shadowed forests, ancient mists, and violent clashes. With recurring motifs, emotional character themes, and evocative arrangements, Sounds of Ardul invites audiences to step directly into the world itself, experiencing its wonder, danger, and humanity firsthand.

“Watch Over Me (feat. EXILED HOPE)” opens the album as a bardic folk song carried by clean guitar, violin, hand percussion, and the expressive voice of Sofia Frasz, following a lost traveler yearning for home while navigating the perilous roads of Ardul. “Watch Over Me (Village Version)” shifts to a smaller, more comforting space, portraying the safety and simplicity found within village walls through a short instrumental loop of guitar and violin. “You’re Gone (feat. SYYN)” brings the emotional weight of loss to the forefront, with Aaron Johnson III delivering a somber tavern ballad about love, its fleeting beauty, and the devastating revelation of death that reshapes the meaning of each chorus.

The album’s world building takes a lively turn with “Oh Me Oh My,” a rowdy late-night tavern song featuring vocals by David Williams, built from stomps, claps, bottle taps, and a catchy refrain meant for drunken patrons. “Woodlands” ventures outside into the dark beauty of Ardul’s forests using strings, harp, clarinet, piano, and choir to evoke mystery and deceptive warmth. Its variations expand that setting: “Woodlands (Alternate Version)” isolates the listener with cello, piano, and harp, while “Woodlands (Battle Theme)” heightens the danger with brass, percussion, and rhythmic urgency as hidden threats reveal themselves.

“In the Mists of the Myrewood (Remastered)” returns to the foundational themes of the larger Ardul mythos. A solo piano piece born early in the project’s history, it whispers with darkness and elegance, building into the thick, treacherous fog that defines the Myrewood. “Veiled Truth” explores moral ambiguity through shifting strings, piano, choir, and guitar, reflecting the uneasy question of whether familiar faces can be trusted. “Unwelcomed Guests” continues the rising tension with timpani heartbeats, clacking percussion, unsettling strings, and a divided choir as an unwelcome figure approaches with unclear intentions.

“To Arms! (String Quintet)” marks the snapping point where conflict erupts, delivering an intimate yet fierce battle theme reminiscent of classic RPG duels. “Temporary Respite” pulls the listener back into calm with soft piano and choir, offering a resting place after turmoil. “Moments From Disaster” churns with heavy drums, tense strings, rumbling voices, and pounding piano, capturing the split second before catastrophe when every instinct screams to act.

“Underground” descends into the cold, winding depths beneath Ardul where dissonant strings, heavy drums, male drones, and brooding piano create deliberate disorientation. “Underground (Alternate Version)” tightens the space to a quieter but more claustrophobic passage lit by a single torch. “To Arms!” unleashes the full symphonic battle, a large-scale conflict with expanded orchestration and dramatic intensity.

The album’s final bard song, “Zarek the Bloody,” introduces a legendary figure whose reputation is both heroic and ominous. With accordion, bass, percussion, and vocals by David Williams, the piece hints at Zarek’s deeds, the cursed blade he wields, and his place in the greater Ardul narrative.

Sounds of Ardul also includes extended ten-minute looping versions of twelve tracks, crafted for worldbuilders, tabletop players, writers, and listeners who want to immerse themselves even further. As the third pillar of CHRONICLER OF ARDUL’s overarching project, this album expands the world’s scope while maintaining musical motifs that connect past works to future stories.

About CHRONICLER OF ARDUL:

CHRONICLER OF ARDUL is the cinematic dark fantasy project created by composer and multi-instrumentalist David Williams, blending orchestral storytelling with the atmosphere and intensity of extreme music. Formed in 2023, the project explores the mythic world of Ardul through three creative pillars: metal, orchestral composition, and written narrative. Every release expands the lore, using recurring motifs, character themes, and emotional worldbuilding to connect albums, stories, and songs into one cohesive universe. Influenced by SHADOW OF INTENT, MENTAL CRUELTY, Nobuo Uematsu, and Yasunori Nishiki, CHRONICLER OF ARDUL approaches concept music with the depth of a novel and the drama of a film score.

The project began as an idea in 2015 and has since grown into a multi-medium saga, starting with the Myrewood EP in 2023 and continuing with Sword of Virné and accompanying short stories. Williams handles all writing, recording, mixing, and artwork, giving the project a distinct voice anchored in emotional honesty and narrative purpose. Every melody is intentional and often foreshadows future events in the overarching story, creating a world that rewards close listening. CHRONICLER OF ARDUL stands as a unique fusion of fantasy, composition, and immersive storytelling, inviting listeners not only to hear the music but to live within the world it creates.

Connect with CHRONICLER OF ARDUL:

Official Website: chroniclerofardul.com
Bandcamp: https://chroniclerofardul.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Chronicler-of-Ardul-100063489851273
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UNLEASH NEW ALBUM DESCENT + RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO FOR 'BEND TOWARDS THE DARK'

April 11, 2026

New York death metal icons IMMOLATION have unleashed their twelfth studio album, Descent.This monumental release arrives on the eve of the band's North American takeover.

To commemorate their new release, the band has unleashed their latest single, 'Bend Towards The Dark.' The track is a sonic assault, fusing the band’s trademark sound with menacing leads and a barrage of merciless blasts.

Immerse yourself in the darkness. Experience the new visual for 'Bend Towards The Dark' below:

IMMOLATION comments: "We are excited to get one more single out as our new album DESCENT is finally released! "Bend Towards The Dark" is definitely one of the more ambitious tracks of the record. It has just about every element you would expect from IMMOLATION, but takes things a bit further. It's intense and heavy, yet becomes very epic and almost orchestral at times, really embodying a lot of feeling and emotion throughout. We really look forward to having 'Bend Towards The Dark' out there to ignite the release of DESCENT! We hope everyone enjoys it!"

Order Descent:
https://immolation.bfan.link/descent

IMMOLATION are currently trekking across North America for their Spring 2026 run. The tour features the band alongside BEHEMOTH on the massive 'The Godless IV' lineup, joined by DEICIDE and ROTTING CHRIST, with several additional dates interspersed throughout the journey.

04.09.2026 US Baton Rouge, LA @ Chelsea's Live **
04.10.2026 US Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall **
04.11.2026 US San Antonio, TX @ Vibes Event Center **
04.13.2026 US Las Vegas, NV @ Fremont Country Club **
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 ^
04.23.2026 US Kansas City, MO @ Warehouse On Broadway ~
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 ^
04.27.2026 US Louisville, KY @ Whirling Tiger ~
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 ^
05.03.2026 US Albany, NY @ Empire Live **
05.04.2026 US Buffalo, NY @ Buffalo Riverworks ^
05.05.2026 US McKees Rock, PA @ The Roxian Theatre ^
05.07.2026 US Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome To Rockville *
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 Aftershow *
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 ^
05.22.2026 US Tucson, AZ @ The Rialto Theatre #
05.23.2026 US El Paso, TX @ Rockhouse Theatre $
05.24.2026 US Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater $
05.26.2026 US Little Rock, AR @ The Hall $

^ - The Godless IV 2026 Tour
** - W/ DEICIDE, ROTTING CHRIST
~ - W/ ROTTING CHRIST
# - W/ DECIDE, CATTLE DECAPITATION, BRUJERIA
$ - W/ DECIDE
* - Festival date

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

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.

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

UK Progressive Metal Band Rolo Tomassi Release Video For "Tempest"; Select U.S. Dates Announced

April 11, 2026

UK progressive metal outfit Rolo Tomassi have unveiled a sparse yet striking new video for “Tempest,” a standout track taken from their recently released In The Echoes of All Dreams EP. The EP further expanded Rolo Tomassi’s boundary-pushing sound, weaving together elements of post-hardcore, metal, and ambient experimentation.

In The Echoes of Dreams is now available on limited edition vinyl, offering fans a collectible physical edition. Get it HERE.

The band says, “We're pleased to share the video for ‘Tempest’ alongside the vinyl release of our EPIn The Echoes Of All Dreams. We can't wait to be back out playing some shows this summer and move forward with this new material, having enjoyed our 20th anniversary celebrations in 2025. Hope to see you at a show!"

The band is also playing a handful of dates in the U.S. this summer:

07/25 - Indianapolis, IN - POST Festival
07/26 - Chicago, IL - Beat Kitchen
07/28 - Pittsburgh, PA - Preserving Underground
07/31 - New York, NY - TV Eye

Since their 2005 inception in Sheffield, Rolo Tomassi have evolved from math-core prodigies into one of the UK’s most vital progressive forces. For over two decades, they have defied the rigid boundaries of heavy music, weaving a tapestry of sound that is as intellectually demanding as it is emotionally resonant. Prior to the recent EP InThe Echoes of All Dreams, the band released the full-length album, Where Myth Becomes Memory, which served as the final part in an unintended trilogy that began with 2015’s Grievances and continued with 2018’s Time Will Die And Love Will Bury It.

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Out Today From Melechesh - Sentinels of Shamash

April 10, 2026

With Sentinels of Shamash, MELECHESH enters a ceremonial descent into ancient law, fire, and cosmic vigilance. This EP does not simply revisit mythological themes. It inhabits them. Rooted in the solar authority of Shamash, god of truth and justice in Mesopotamian cosmology, the record burns with the tension between chaos and sacred order, between ruin and restoration, between mortal defiance and divine decree.

From its opening moments, Sentinels of Shamash unfolds like a sacred inscription carved into stone tablets beneath a bronze sun. The riffs arrive not as decoration but as proclamations. Rhythms move with ritual precision, evoking procession, invocation, and judgment. Each composition feels deliberate, architectural, constructed with the gravity of an ancient temple rising from desert sands. The vocals do not merely narrate. They command, intone, and summon, channeling a presence that watches from above with unwavering clarity.

The conceptual axis of the EP rests on vigilance. Shamash was not only a solar deity but the eternal witness, the eye that sees all deeds beneath daylight. In that spirit, the sentinels of the title stand as guardians of cosmic balance, positioned at the threshold where disorder threatens to consume structure. Across the EP, forgotten gods and fallen kings emerge from shadow, their legacies weighed against the scales of divine law. Fire becomes both destroyer and purifier. Judgment becomes both terror and restoration.

MELECHESH has long forged a sound that binds ancient Near Eastern mythology with extreme metal intensity, and here that fusion feels sharpened and distilled. Middle Eastern melodic inflections weave through commanding, down tuned riff architecture. The percussion carries a ritualistic cadence that feels older than the genre itself. The sonic landscape suggests wind across temple ruins, bronze weapons glinting in sunlight, and inscriptions etched in cuneiform that speak of decree and consequence. The band does not modernize myth for convenience. Instead, it allows myth to remain vast, severe, and unyielding.

What makes Sentinels of Shamash resonate is its refusal to treat antiquity as ornament. The EP positions ancient law as a living force, a reminder that civilizations rise and fall under the gaze of forces greater than themselves. In a world that often feels untethered from order, these songs confront the listener with the weight of accountability and the inevitability of reckoning. Yet within that severity lies restoration. Balance is not static but earned through trial, fire, and endurance.

Sentinels of Shamash stands as a mythological statement shaped in flame and discipline. It is a work of vigilance, a declaration that truth remains luminous even in eras of shadow. The sentinels do not sleep. The sun does not close its eye. And through relentless sonic force, MELECHESH reminds us that judgment is eternal, and order, though challenged, will rise again in fire.

MELECHESH’s influence extends beyond sound. By integrating ancient Mesopotamian history, Sumerian mythology, and occult symbolism into extreme metal, the band opened new conceptual territory within the genre. Their work has been cited as a catalyst for broader acceptance of culturally rooted themes in metal, inspiring artists worldwide to explore their own heritage through heavy music. Critics and peers consistently acknowledge the band’s originality, discipline, and longevity.

In recent years, MELECHESH has continued to operate with creative independence and a global perspective. The Sentinels of Shamash era reflects a renewed focus on intensity and atmosphere, capturing the band’s enduring fire and refined songwriting approach. Their current performances draw from the full depth of their catalog, presenting both classic material and newer compositions with equal force.

As of 2026, MELECHESH remains a powerful and evolving entity within extreme metal. With over thirty years of artistic dedication, the band continues to embody a borderless spirit and a commitment to innovation. Their music stands as a bridge between ancient civilizations and contemporary extremity, forged through discipline, vision, and unwavering creative resolve.

Credits:

PRODUCED BY
Ashmedi

CO-PRODUCED BY
Rob Caggiano

Kristian “Kohle” Kohlmannslehner

MIXED & MASTERED BY
Kristian “Kohle” Kohlmannslehner

EXTRA PRODUCTION
Rob Caggiano – Rearrangements on "In Shadows In Light", Played and Recorded All Bass Lines, Backing Vocal

Kristian “Kohle” Kohlmannslehner – Sonic effects & “Cosmic Spice”

THE MELECHESH COUNCIL

Ashmedi – Vocals, 12-string & 6-string guitars, percussion
Nikitas Mandolas – Drums

Rob Caggiano – Bass

Guest vocals on “The Seventh Verdict” by Jessica Pimentel

STUDIOS & RECORDING

Kohlekeller Studio, Germany – Engineering by Daniel Claar and Kristian “Kohle” Kohlmannslehner

Neverworld Recordings, New Jersey , USA – Main vocals recordings engineered & co-produced by Rob Caggiano, Kingsize Soundlabs, Eagle Rock, Los Angeles, USA – Additional main vocal recordings, engineered & co-produced by Rob Caggiano
Forneus Studio, Holy Land – Additional recordings by Tom Coen

ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS

Bass (studio): Rob Caggiano

Group backing vocals: Rob & Nikitas

Percussion (darbuka, djembe, daff, bongos): Ashmedi

Music & lyrics: Ashmedi

Guest contribution: Moloch

ARTWORK & VISUALS

Cover art: Néstor Ávalos

Photography: Maja Mekina

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Gerardo Martinez – Reigning Phoenix Music

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Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Melechesh
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelecheshOfficial
Bandcamp: https://melechesh.bandcamp.com
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Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/melechesh/2912018
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/11971

THE GIVING MOON Release New Album (POST)-Negative Colour

April 5, 2026

Rock band THE GIVING MOON have officially released their new full-length album, (POST)-Negative Colour, now available on all major streaming platforms. With this latest project, the band delivers a powerful and immersive listening experience that pushes beyond traditional rock boundaries into a more expansive, emotionally driven soundscape.

(POST)-Negative Colour is a record built on contrast—light and shadow, clarity and distortion, vulnerability and strength. Through layered instrumentation, haunting melodies, and deeply introspective lyrics, THE GIVING MOON create a sonic world that feels both intimate and cinematic. Each track contributes to a cohesive narrative while standing strong on its own, inviting listeners to explore the complexities of perception and identity.

“What’s meant to be will always find its way

to you”

LISTEN Below:

SPOTIFY

APPLE MUSIC

THE GIVING MOON was formed in 2012 by founding members songwriter Sean Seales (Lead Guitar/Vocals) and Adam Suto (Bassist/Vocals) with their first EP "The Wild" released in 2013 produced by iconic guitarist Gary Hoey. Following the release the band toured the country opening for acts like Eddie Money and Edgar Winter and began writing for their first full length album.

Releasing their first full length LP "Forever Awake" in 2017 as teenagers.

The band would go on to release their next EP "California Sun" (2018) and "Plastic Diamonds" (2019) releasing two singles in between titled "Hypnotized" and "Pink Skies"

Later on to releasing their second full length LP "BLOOM" in 2020. "Scream in Joy" the 8th track off the album was placed into the grand finale of Shameless on Showtime as well as Animal Kingdom on TNT.

Following the albums release the band toured the country opening for acts such as Cracker & Marcy Playground Quarters of Change

and more

With consistent single releases and consistently

touring, including a performance at Backwoods Music Festival Arkansas as well as a 23 U.S city “Eclipse Tour” the band is in the midst of teasing a few singles off their 3rd Full length LP “(POST)-Negative Colour”.

Stryper Frontman MICHAEL SWEET Releases New Album 'The Master Plan' — Out Now via Frontiers Music Srl

April 5, 2026

MICHAEL SWEET, best known as the frontman for the multi-platinum Christian rock band STRYPER, has officially released his highly anticipated new solo album, ‘The Master Plan.’ Co-produced by SWEET and Jeff Savage (TobyMac, Jars of Clay, Natalie Imbruglia), the new album is available everywhere via Frontiers Music Srl.

To celebrate the announcement, MICHAEL SWEET also shares his new single "Worship You," alongside an official lyric video.

Watch the Official Lyric Video for "Worship You" Below:

A deeply personal and sonically expansive project, 'The Master Plan' marks a bold departure from SWEET’s signature hard rock sound, showcasing an eclectic mix of influences that reflect his musical roots and lifelong inspirations.

Unlike anything in his extensive catalogue, 'The Master Plan' offers listeners a fresh perspective on SWEET’s artistry. “It’s totally different… it’s not a rock record. It’s an eclectic mix of everything I grew up on,” he explains. “I didn’t want to follow any rules—I just wanted to do whatever I wanted to do.”

Beyond its musical diversity, the album carries a strong message of faith, perseverance, and encouragement—hallmarks of SWEET’s decades-long career.

“I hope people can be lifted up, encouraged, inspired… if I can help someone through a song, I’ve done my job,” SWEET shares. “It was therapeutic for me, and I want it to be for other people as well.”

With ‘The Master Plan,’ SWEET continues to evolve as an artist while staying grounded in the message and mission that have defined his career—from global success with Stryper to a prolific solo journey.

Order 'The Master Plan' HERE

Paul Cauthen Delivers Unfiltered 13-Track Album BOOK OF PAUL

April 4, 2026

With four albums and 442 million streams to-date, country iconoclast Paul Cauthen propels into a new chapter with Book of Paul, out now on Velvet Rose Records/Thirty Tigers. Fusing classic country grit, gospel power and a rhinestone rock-and-roll edge, Cauthen delivers 13 tracks filled with a booming baritone and personal truth.

Listen to Cauthen’s Book of Paul Below.

With a well-documented distaste for playing by anyone else’s rules, the singer-songwriter known as “Big Velvet” returns to his East Texas roots, writing his own creative code in permanent ink with Book of Paul.

“It’s just being who you are – unapologetically yourself – and that’s every one of my records,” Cauthen says. “Does it dance? Does it make you cry? Does it make you feel? As far as I’m concerned I’ve made it already. I can already do whatever I want musically. And when you get to this point you look back. I have built my whole career going against the grain, and that’s what this record is. The freaking trials and tribulations of Paul. It’s everything I wanted on an album.”

Tapping the strengths of longtime family friend and chart-topping co-writer Ryan Tyndell, Steve Rusch (Jessie Murph, Koe Wetzel), Sam Martinez (Tyler Braden, Carrie Underwood), Fustin (Priscilla Block) plus Nate Ferraro (Beyoncé) for production, they captured Cauthen’s unruly essence with all the charm of a rattlesnake (and the vocal venom to match).

Cauthen co-write 12 of the 13 tracks while also playing bass and drums on select tracks, making sure each song had the twisted backbone he craved. “It’s a nitty gritty, swampy, East-Texas-muddy-roots kind of feel,” Cauthen says with pride. “My claws are deep in it.”

Cauthen wastes no time getting to his point. Led by his burly, vibrato-laden baritone, “Book of Paul” opens the album on a minimalist mix of acoustic guitar and snare, as the troubadour confesses to his wild side, while wrestling with the sin. He spares no detail – and makes no compromise.

“If you look at the Bible, there is no book of Paul,” he explains. “I just wanted to write something that embodies me, because I’m sick of hearing records catered to what’s hot and what’s working. Me, I’ve always been this country boy, East Texas guy. Roots, rock and roll, Texas gospel. If you look back at all my albums, I’m proud to say I meant everything I’ve said.”

Tracks like “Texas Swagger,” which Cauthen will perform on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” today (check local listings HERE), serve as a mission statement, with its bronc-bucking beat, dark twang, and barely contained sense of danger. Cauthen started off with a frenetic guitar riff and some eerie “yee haw” background vocals, then added a strong dose of Big Velvet attitude.

Meanwhile, Cauthen puts his code to the test on “Dark Horse,” a cosmic-Western ballad fueled by epiphany he calls “a long ride on the back of a mule on a bunch of mushrooms.” The lonesome “Road Dog” recalls the bleak resignation of Johnny Cash’s “Hurt,” with coyote yips and an acoustic-industrial vibe. And with the warm, relaxing shimmer of ‘70s rock, “Cigarettes & Billy Graham” burns with an easy self acceptance – an anthem for those preachers of the open road.

Elsewhere, Cauthen enters a kind of voluntary lockup with the hypnotic, outlaw-country romance of “Ain’t No Crime,” and taps a “Chattahoochee” groove for the hazy, summertime twang of “Tossin’ Back Time” (feat. Jake Worthington).

Soul pop and gospel twang reach a slow-rolling confluence on the East Texas love story “Bayou By You,” and Cauthen teams with Delaney Ramsdell for the aching barstool ballad, “Chain Smoking.” “Breakaway” saunters into the sunset with a supremely casual indie-roots strut. And a colorful, character-driven country throwback unfolds on “Blue Denim & Black Gold” (the album’s only outside cut, written by Tyndell and Jeff Hyde).

Meanwhile, “Texas Gravel Road” unleashes every weapon in Cauthen’s creative arsenal. Built off a slowed-down latin beat, it’s a bellowing tribute to the blood, sweat and tears behind the star’s pockmarked path – a grungy gutter rocker draped in distorted dark twang. And with the album ending on “The Voice Inside (Silence),” Cauthen enters a state of acoustic prayer. With that velvet vocal at its most raw, an anguished internal battle between dark and light unfolds. … Yet those voices may be something else entirely. Knowing them is the key to Cauthen’s code, and the driving force behind his country music.

“That’s what God is. That’s the spirit. That’s you. The un-talked about. That’s the good shit,” he explains. “This record is the Book of Paul, but I would say everybody needs their own book, and the chapters in life create that. What I mean is, bet on your own. Everybody pointing fingers at you because you’re the black sheep, or because you have this trait or that, that’s what actually makes you different. So bet on that.”

Cauthen was taught to sing by his grandfather in a Church of Christ, and Cauthen hit the scene with the duo Sons of Fathers in 2009, before My Gospel, Room 41, Country Coming Down and Black on Black unveiled a vulnerable, fire-and-brimstone songwriter with brazen attitude – craving deliverance, yet possessed by a “bird dog” instinct for theatrical rapture. Cauthen has toured the world, collaborating with Margo Price, Orville Peck, Cody Jinks and Lana Del Rey. Fan favorites include “Cocaine Country Dancing,” “Fuck You Money” and his GOLD-certified collab with Shaboozey,“Last Of My Kind.”

With his nearly sold-out Tonkin’ ‘N Tejas Tour, Cauthen continues to hit the Texas touring scene while adding stops at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on Sept. 11 and Denver’s The Mission Ballroom on Oct. 9. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit paulcauthenmusic.com.

Extreme Technical Death Metallers ARCHSPIRE Release Fierce New Single "The Vessel" + Official Music Video

April 4, 2026

ARCHSPIRE, the world's fastest band, proudly release their ferocious new single, "The Vessel," taken from the upcoming album 'TOO FAST TO DIE,' set for release on April 10th. The new track arrives alongside an official music video showcasing the dangers of AI in music production.

About the music video for "The Vessel," ARCHSPIRE explains:

"Oterobotics presents: Phrygian Dominator

The fully autonomous music production system designed to handle composition, arrangement, and final mix, taking humans entirely out of the picture.

Phrygian Dominator redefines the creative process. Operating seamlessly, it forcibly removes friction, and cuts you from the technical and creative burdens of production.

Setup is simple: assemble using the included allen key and follow the guided instructions. Once activated, Phrygian Dominator takes over.

'Humanity Sensitivity' programming will be provided in a future cloud update, through your Oterobotics+ subscription.

So order your own Phyrgian Dominator today! Stand back and experience the future.

Like, literally stand back. Maybe hide under a desk or something.

DISCLAIMER: Oterobotics is not responsible for any outcomes resulting from improper assembly, including hospital bills, expenses related to maiming, death, fire damage, electrical damage, damage to equipment, funeral costs, or poor-quality mixes."

Watch the Music Video for "The Vessel" Below:

Since 2009, ARCHSPIRE has aimed to be one thing above all else: extreme. With their upcoming release, ‘TOO FAST TO DIE,’ they’ve once again raised the bar for what extreme music can be.

“We’re like a bit of meth in your cigarette,” says vocalist Oliver Rae Aleron, describing the band’s unhinged live show. “I think people don’t quite know how to describe what they’re hearing.”

In 2025, ARCHSPIRE announced their new drummer, Spencer Moore, marking a shift in the band’s trajectory. New blood brings new influences, and with the first single “Carrion Ladder,”they intended to show exactly how quickly he proved himself.

“I had to step my game up fast to pull off the new material,” Spencer explains. “But once we started tracking, everything felt comfortable and natural.”

Recorded in 2025, the album reunites the band with world-renowned producer Dave Otero(Cattle Decapitation, Khemmis) for the third time. They locked themselves inside his Denver studio for several months, cutting out distractions and dedicating themselves entirely to the record.

‘TOO FAST TO DIE’ follows the critically acclaimed Juno Award-winning ‘Bleed the Future,’ and marks the band’s first fully independent release. Early in the writing process, they chose to crowdfund the album, a strategy they’d used before, but nothing prepared them for the scale of what came next.

They raised nearly $400,000 CAD in 30 days, blowing past their goal in under 24 hours and confirming that independence was the right move.

“I was actually shaking when I pressed launch,” says guitarist Dean Lamb. “We’d never taken on something this big, and all I could think was, ‘man, I hope we don’t mess this up.’”

‘TOO FAST TO DIE’ is set for release on April 10, 2026, and represents a new chapter for ARCHSPIRE. Now fully independent and armed with a revitalized lineup, they’re intent on expanding their already rabid fanbase, pushing the boundaries of extreme metal, and having a great time doing it.

Pre-Order 'TOO FAST TO DIE' HERE

ARCHSPIRE will be hitting the road this Spring on the Long Roads Big Loads Touralongside special guests Undeath, Crown Magnetar and Mutilation Barbecue. The tour begins April 24th in Calgary, AB before storming across North America and concluding on June 6th in Vancouver, BC

ARCHSPIRE Live:

Long Roads Big Loads Tour

w/ Undeath, Crown Magnetar and Mutilation Barbecue

April 24 – Calgary, AB @ The Palace Theatre

April 25 – Edmonton, AB @ Midway Music Hall

April 26 – Saskatoon, SK @ Coors Event Centre

April 27 – Winnipeg, MB @ The Park Theatre

April 30 – Toronto, ON @ The Phoenix Concert Theatre

May 01 – Montreal, QC @ Théâtre Beanfield

May 02 – Quebec City, QC @ Salle Montaigne

May 03 – Worcester, MA @ Palladium Upstairs

May 05 – Reading, PA @ Reverb

May 06 – New York, NY @ Gramercy Theatre

May 07 – Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Soundstage

May 08 – Charlotte, NC @ The Underground

May 09 – Richmond, VA @ The Canal Club

May 11 – Orlando, FL @ The Abbey

May 12 – Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum

May 13 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade

May 15 – Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live

May 16 – Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall

May 17 – Dallas, TX @ The Studio at The Bomb Factory

May 18 – Tulsa, OK @ The Vanguard

May 20 – Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave / Eagles Club

May 21 – Minneapolis, MN @ Fine Line

May 22 – Chicago, IL @ House of Blues

May 23 – Omaha, NE @ The Waiting Room

May 24 – Lawrence, KS @ The Granada

May 27 – Colorado Springs, CO @ The Black Sheep

May 29 – Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater

May 30 – Mesa, AZ @ The Nile Theater

May 31 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco

June 02 – Roseville, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post

June 04 – Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

June 05 – Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater

June 06 – Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theatre

ARCHSPIRE is the FASTEST BAND on EARTH. Blending extreme metal with neo-classical precision and a hip-hop vocal cadence, they deliver an ear-melting, rapid-fire assault unlike anything else. At inhuman speeds, ARCHSPIRE combines blistering virtuosity with a party-like atmosphere, often pulling fans on stage for drinking contests and games before leveling the crowd with their unique brand of death metal.

With 2017’s 'Relentless Mutation' and 2021’s Juno Award–winning 'Bleed the Future,' ARCHSPIRE redefined the limits of extreme metal. Their mix of aggression, surgical precision, and light-speed vocal delivery has earned them a reputation as one of the most innovative and extreme bands in modern death metal.

ARCHSPIRE is (In No Particular Order):

Dean Lamb - Guitar

Oliver Rae Aleron - Vocals

Tobi Morelli - Guitar

Jared Smith - Bass

Spencer Moore - Drums

Electronic-dreampop outfit Strange Fruit releases surreal 'Drips' EP, a cosmic motorik trip

April 3, 2026

Indonesian electro-bliss outfit Strange Fruit presents their new 'Drips' EP, a lucid trip to the edge of sonic consciousness, released by Gentle Tuesday Recordings. A defining moment in the band’s evolution, this release unifies fragments of their kosmische experimentation over the past 11 years to achieve a more cohesive sonic identity. It also sees the Jakarta-based collective step into a new league with the involvement of world-class producers Hardway Bros, Tom Furse and Jonathan Kusuma in this release.

The band also share the video for the highlight track 'Monopolar', a sensory explosion that keeps us suspended between dream and awareness, between that which is surreal and radiant. Gradually fading and blurred in technicolor, the video is directed by Mellow Splice, who also created the EP cover artwork, reflecting the track’s fluid and surreal qualities through abstract, water-like imagery.

Strange Fruit is Baldi Calvianca (vocals & synth), Irza Aryadiaz (synth), John Tampubolon (guitar), Nabil Favian (bass) and Dino Kristianto (drums). Since their 2015 debut EP 'Dolphin Leap' via Leeds Records, they've moved fluidly between noise pop, krautrock, shoegaze and electronica. Now converging into a more focused, hybrid sound with deeper integration of electronic elements, this EP is driven by machine-led rhythms and analog textures, fusing emotional depth with rhythmic precision.

Rooted in hauntology, Strange Fruit drift deep into all the right places. 'Iridescent' channels a sense of dancefloor euphoria through minimalist beats and atmospheric layering, balancing introspection with forward momentum while finding a luminous dimension within darkness and adversity.

The title track, 'Drips', celebrates the band’s roots, blending shoegaze textures and electronic elements to create a dense, immersive soundscape. Sentimental yet rebellious, the interplay of rough guitar and bass noise with hybrid electronic textures creating a sense of hazy reverie. Baldi Calvianca’s vocals sounds mercurial, merging with bursts of light.

'Pouvoir Moteur' brings steady motorik rhythms, where repetitive sensations flow seamlessly down an endless highway. Irza Aryadiaz explains: “Here we take the obsession with factory machinery operated by humans and represent it through the repetitive 4/4 beats of German krautrock. It feels like breaking through space and time when the drum pattern is played consistently, moving nonstop.”

With unexpected song structures, chord progressions and subtle embellishments, this EP was produced with electronic producer Bernardus Fritz, who shares, “Strange Fruit's strength lies in their ability to create synthesizer sounds that are reverberant, wide, and surreal. Each track tells a story—there’s a journey between scenes, with cosmic sound design that reflects us as beings living in a different galaxy."

For this EP, Strange Fruit worked with three notable producers, who reinterpreted original tracks without compromising their original essence. Sean Johnstone a.k.a. Hardway Bros—a renowned UK DJ known for founding A Love From Outer Spacewith Andrew Weatherall—infuses downtempo elements and channels a slower club-house atmosphere. Jonathan Kusuma, a prominent member of Jakarta’s Dekadenz collective, explores extended leftfield disco with a strong focus on echo-rich, repetitive bass drum tempos.

Strange Fruit also worked with Tom Furse of The Horrors and now with MIEN(alongside The Black Angels' Alex Maas and Elephant Stone's Rishi Dhir). Re-envisioning 'Monopolar' with slower breakbeat grooves, noisier ambient textures and acid house influences, the band joins an exclusive club of artists remixed by Furse, including Tame Impala, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Temples and The Twilight Sad.

As of April 3, the 'Drips' EP is available across digital platforms via Gentle Tuesday Recordings, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. It will be released on cassette on April 17, followed by a physical vinyl release, planned for mid-2026 in collaboration with Loide Records (SEA & Japan territories) and TipTop Records(Worldwide territories excluding SEA & Japan).

CREDITS
Written by Baldi Calvianca & Irza Aryadiaz
Performed by Strange Fruit
Produced by Bernardus Fritz & Strange Fruit
Guest vocals on 'Drips' by Putri Effendi
Mixed by Nabil Favian
Vocals recorded by Aggasta Giovanno at Studiomaja in Jakarta, Indonesia
Drums recorded by Devfian Julius Simputra at Studio 1 SAE Institute Jakarta
Premasters prepared by Hosea Hanelsan at Studio 1 SAE Institute, except for remixes
Mastered by Sam at The Wall Studio (France), except Track 6 mastered by Tom Furse
Track 5 - remix by Jonathan Kusuma
Track 6 - remix by Tom Furse
Track 7, 8 & 9 - remixes by Sean Johnston
All tracks published by Massive Music Entertainment,
except Monopolar (Hardway Bros Remix), Monopolar (Hardway Bros Live At The SSL Vocal Dub) & Monopolar (Hardway Bros Live At The SSL Dub) by Massive Music Entertainment / Minds on Fire
Album cover artwork by Moses Sihombing and Hafizh Armynazrie of Mellow Splice
'Monopolar' video produced by Gentle Tuesday Recordings & Strange Fruit
Video directed by Mellow Splice. Filmed by Moses Sihombing & Hafizh Armynazrie
Edited buy Hafizh Armynazrie & Moses Sihombing
Photographer: Osman Luqman
All Rights Reserved. © & ℗ Gentle Tuesday Recordings 2026
Bookings & Management - Benedict Pardede
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

The Veldt announces 'Black Girl' single & exclusive EP for new tour with The Chameleons

April 1, 2026

The trailblazers known as The Veldt are back with their new single 'Black Girl', along with a video by Rob Weiss and James Eakins, heralding their 'Spanakopita' EP. Released as a tour-exclusive CD, featuring new tracks and experimental demos, this was created especially for their Arctic Moon Tour with post-punk legends The Chameleons. Kicking off April 7 in Minneapolis, this sweeping run of shows brings The Veldt's sound to a wide cross-section of East Coast, South-Central US and Midwest audiences, along with select Canadian dates.

One of the most notable first-wave shoegaze bands, formed in North Carolina in the 1980s by identical twins Daniel Chavis (vocals, guitar) and Danny Chavis (guitar), The Veldt have long occupied a distinctive space where shoegaze textures intersect with soul, gospel, and experimental rock. Drawing inspiration from artists as varied as Prince, Sun Ra and Pink Floyd, the band developed an approach that favors atmosphere, groove, and emotional nuance over rigid genre boundaries.

After relocating to New York City and expanding their lineup with bassist and programmer Hayato Nakao, the group deepened its sonic identity, incorporating layered production and electronic elements while maintaining a strong melodic core. Consistently prioritizing depth and mood, their recordings reward close listening and their live performances emphasize immersion.

The 'Spanakopita' EP includes mixes by Carlos Bess, engineer for the Wu-Tang Clan production circle, along with Will Brooks (Dälek) and Jason Furlow (aka Nosaj)of Nosaj Thing and New Kingdom, also known for his new project Wave Generatorsand famed collaboration with Morcheeba. Their involvement helped shape the project’s evolving fusion of post-punk atmosphere and DJ-culture experimentation—an approach developed through ongoing collaboration over the years working as a production team Illuminutty (a.k.a. VELDT).

The lead track 'Black Girl' reinterprets themes from the 1972 film 'Black Girl', reflecting the determination of a young dancer striving toward excellence, despite the social limitations surrounding her. Inspired by that spirit of persistence and vision, the track channels a modern, dream-pop-inflected atmosphere reminiscent of A.R. Kane, while moving beyond strict genre labels like shoegaze to incorporate broader influences and sonic elements.

"Many of the recordings on 'Spanakopita' point toward the direction of our next body of work. Alongside newly created material, the release also draws from a deep archive of previously unreleased recordings from past years - part of a larger collection scheduled for release this September on Little Cloud Records and 5BC Records - as we continue expanding the sound shaped through these collaborations," says Daniel Chavis.

The Veldt's music career has been rich, gradually building a solid legacy. Pitchfork included The Veldt's album 'Afrodisiac', produced by the legendary Ray Shulman (The Sundays, Bjork, The Sugarcubes) in the top 50 shoegaze albums ever released, while Stereogum included ‘Until You’re Forever’ in the top 31 shoegaze tracks. Their recent'Illuminated 1989' album, produced by Cocteau Twins' Robin Guthrie, was also widely acclaimed with support on six continents.

Over the years, The Veldt has collaborated with TV On The Radio, Mos Def, Lady Miss Kier (Deee-Lite), A.R.Kane and toured or played with Brian Jonestown Massacre, The Pixies, Throwing Muses, Echo & The Bunnymen, Cocteau Twins, Manic Street Preachers, Phantogram, Modern English, The Jesus and Mary Chain, Oasis, Chuck D, Living Colour and Schooly D.

Merging expansive sound design with rhythmic drive and vocal intensity, The Veldt's pairing with The Chameleons brings together two acts known for their commitment to sonic detail and emotional resonance. The Veldt’s presence on this tour underscores their own enduring relevance, continued artistic momentum and expanding horizons.

'Black Girl' is available as a Bandcamp exclusive. Tickets for The Veldt performances with The Chameleons are now available online, while the 'Spanakopita' CD can only be found at these shows.

CREDITS
Written, Recorded & Mixed by Illuminutty (Doityodamnself Prod)
Performed by Nakao Hayato, Danny Chavis & Daniel Chavis
'Evergreen' mixed by Dälek (Will Brooks)
'Dakini (Remix)' by Carlos Bess & Jason Furlow
Produced by Illuminutty (Doityodamnself Prod) aka VELDT
Mastered by James Populos (Populis Recording)
Artwork & Layout by Danny Chavis, Joe Nesbit, and Butterfly Soup Ltd.
Copyright 5BC / Little Cloud 2026
'Black Girl' video by Rob Weiss & James Eakins
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

TOUR DATES (with The Chameleons)
APR 7 — Minneapolis, MN @ Varsity Theater
APR 8 — Madison, WI @ Majestic Theatre
APR 10 — Chicago, IL @ Lincoln Hall
APR 11 — Detroit, MI @ The Magic Stick
APR 12 — Toronto, ON @ Mod Club
APR 13 — Montreal, QC @ Théâtre Fairmount
APR 14 — Somerville, MA @ Crystal Ballroom
APR 16 — Brooklyn, NY @ Warsaw
APR 17 — Washington, DC @ Black Cat
APR 18 — Philadelphia, PA @ Underground Arts
APR 19 — Asbury Park, NJ @ The Stone Pony
APR 20 — Richmond, VA @ Richmond Music Hall
APR 21 — Durham, NC @ Motorco Music Hall
APR 23 — Tampa, FL @ New World Music Hall
APR 24 — Orlando, FL @ The Social
APR 25 — West Palm Beach, FL @ Respectable Street
APR 26 — Jacksonville, FL @ Jack Rabbits
APR 27 — Atlanta, GA @ Center Stage – The Loft
APR 28 — Nashville, TN @ The Basement East
APR 30 — Fort Worth, TX @ Tulips
MAY 1 — Austin, TX @ Mohawk (Outside)
MAY 2 — Houston, TX @ Numbers

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POWER PALADIN Release New Album Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment And Share "The Arcane Tower" Music Video Feat. Tommy Johansson (MAJESTICA)!

March 29, 2026

Icelandic heavy metal outfit POWER PALADIN have released their highly anticipated new album Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment via ROAR – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music.

In celebration of the release, the band have just unveiled a new music video for the track “The Arcane Tower”, featuring a guest appearance by Tommy Johansson of MAJESTICA. The clip offers a behind-the-scenes look into the studio recording process, interwoven with performance footage that captures the band’s dynamic energy.

POWER PALADIN vocalist Atli Guðlaugsson describes the song as “a high octane banger featuring none other than Tommy Johansson from Majestica. Full of epic orchestrals, choirs and drama, this song details the exploration of the mysterious arcane tower and its inhabitants.”

The video clip below:

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

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

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

Order Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment here:

https://powerpaladin.rpm.link/enchantmentPR

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

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

POWER PALADIN is:
Atli Guðlaugsson (vocals)
Bjarni Þór Jóhannsson (guitars)
Ingi Þórisson (guitars)
Einar Karl Júlíusson (drums)
Bjarni Egill Ögmundsson (keyboards)
Kristleifur Þorsteinsson (bass)

More on POWER PALADIN:
Website: https://www.powerpaladin.is/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/powerpaladinice
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerpaladinice/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@powerpaladin
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerPaladinOfficial

Out Now - IRON SAVIOR - Awesome Anthems Of The Galaxy

March 28, 2026

After reigniting their cosmic engines with Machine World – Reforged in 2025, IRON SAVIOR return from the stars with their most daring mission yet: Awesome Anthems of the Galaxy. Building on the modern firestorm of their Noise-era classics, this new release catapults the band into uncharted territory as IRON SAVIOR takes some of the ’80s most iconic pop hits and forge them into blazing power metal epics, charged with their signature energy, precision, and unstoppable spirit.

From the electrifying rush of A-ha’s “Take On Me” and the thunderous drama of Phil Collins’ “Against All Odds,” to the cinematic pulse of Jermaine Jackson & Pia Zadora’s “When the Rain Begins to Fall” and the adrenaline-fueled Michael Sembello hit “Maniac,” IRON SAVIOR transform timeless hits into a heroic, melodic, full-throttle power metal journey.

“After the huge success of the 2002 Condition Red bonus track ‘Crazy’ (Seal), which was actually used in an HBO TV show,we have been asked by fans and media almost constantly to do a complete cover tracks album. So… two decades later, here we are!” quotes frontman Piet Sielck. Awesome Anthems continues the transformation from pop-to-metal in IronSavior style as started with Seal’s ‘Crazy’ and Eurythmics’ ‘Sweet Dreams.’ We are absolutely proud of the outcome, which never loses the original vibe of the tracks but yet is 100% IRON SAVIOR. Just listen yourself... I guarantee a lot of smiles while doing so!”

With Awesome Anthems of the Galaxy, IRON SAVIOR fuse nostalgia and futurism, passion and precision, proving once again that the past can shine brighter than ever when reforged in metal.

Connie Converse How Sad, How Lovely Out Now

March 28, 2026

Nearly 51 years after the singer-songwriter’s disappearance comes the first reissue of this album in nearly 10 years in any format. 20 tracks (including a bonus 7" featuring the previously unreleased “House” and the new remix of “Playboy of the Western World” courtesy of Dirick Cummins) that are as poignant and potent as ever and showcase an artist that was operating light years ahead of her time.

Order yours online, pick it up at your local independent record shop... Or stop by a Third Man Records storefront to secure a copy that includes an exclusive Lyrical World of Connie Converse zine with your purchase (while supplies last).

Also now available at Third Man Records storefronts, ROVING WOMAN bumper stickers. Come-a-riding with Connie and spread the word of her legend and folklore. And they beckoned me to follow, and they took me