RAINBOW THE TEMPLE OF THE KING 1975-1976 9CD BOXSET RELEASING MARCH 6

RAINBOW - THE TEMPLE OF THE KING 1975 – 1976 is the most comprehensive collection of the opening phase of Rainbow’s career to date, and is the first in a series of anthology sets covering the career of legendary guitarist Ritchie Blackmore. The 9-CD set, newly mastered by Andy Pearce & Matt Wortham, is housed in Deluxe 7” packaging featuring a 24-page booklet featuring memorabilia, photos and sleeve notes by music writer Rich Davenport.

The set spans the band's first two years and includes their debut album, Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow; their breakthrough record, Rising and the extended German concerts that were compiled as part of the double live album On Stage.

The final two discs comprise rare recordings, many of which are featured on CD for the first time, including band rehearsals, single edits, and rough mixes.

Rainbow was initially formed as a Ritchie Blackmore solo project in the early months of 1975, after a Deep Purple tour of the previous year. On that tour, they were supported by the American band Elf. The singer of Elf, Ronnie James Dio, left an impression on the already legendary guitarist Blackmore. Blackmore asked him to sing on a cover of the song Black Sheep Of The Family. The sessions went so well that a full album began to take shape, with Blackmore and Dio collaborating on original songs. Blackmore had such foresight in this project, he solely financially funded the work and thus began the mystical musical world of Rainbow.  The resulting record, Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow, was recorded between February and March 1975 at Musicland Studios in Munich, Germany. With Blackmore's composing prowess and Dio's mystical lyrics, the band was set to take fans to a new level.

The album’s unusual stylistic blend of hard rock and classical music was partly inspired by Blackmore taking up the cello to help him break free of the confines of conventional guitar chord progressions. Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow was a top 15 hit in the UK and top 30 in the US, and was such a positive experience that in the Summer of 1975, that Blackmore left Deep Purple to commit himself fully to Rainbow.

Recruiting bassist Jimmy Bain, keyboard player Tony Carey and ex-Jeff Beck Group drummer Cozy Powell, Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow undertook their first tour. By 1976, the band's name had been shortened to Rainbow, and a second album, Rising, was recorded in February of that year once again at Musicland. Rising, with its iconic sleeve of a fist holding a rainbow in a mystical scene, only features six tracks, including two epic compositions on side two, one of which, Stargazer, is widely regarded as a Rainbow classic and a landmark in hard rock. The original musical stylings are often touted as the 1st neo-classical metal band. It was the perfect melding of Ritchie's guitar wizardry and Ronnie's soaring powerful vocals.

Taking the album on the road in 1976, the band added Deep Purple's Mistreated to their setlist, and song lengths were stretched to include improvisational sections. The band recorded shows in Germany and Japan, which were edited and compiled as the live album On Stage, released in the summer of 1977. Three of the German shows from Cologne, Düsseldorf, and Nürnberg are being released together for the first time outside of Japan on The Temple Of The King 1975 – 1976.

By the end of 1976, Rainbow had established itself as one of the cornerstones of British rock, and, under the leadership of the never-predictable but ever-astonishing guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, would become synonymous with some of the most loved and popular Rock songs of the seventies and eighties. To be continued….

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THE TEMPLE OF THE KING
1975-1976

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Gluecifer Release "I'm Ready" Video

Twenty-one years after their last studio album, the Norwegians laid the foundation for their brand new album Same Drug New High (out January 16 via Steamhammer). Now, "I'm Ready" is the next taste of what's to come from the album.

Singer Biff Malibu says, "It's one of the last songs we wrote for the record. Captain Poon had worked out a chord structure that fell into place really fast, and that we felt had a kind of happy and positive ring to it. I threw in some lyrics on the same note, and the song sort of wrote itself from there." 
 
At a time when the world's inflationary desire for change seems to stop at nothing and no one, GLUECIFER appear to be the proverbial solid rock.

The Norwegian band, one of the most successful in its country, who immediately returned to its former strength after a reunion in spring 2018, continues to play a passionate melange of irresistible punk rock, traditional rock 'n' roll and dazzling glam elements — just the way the fans want to hear it. The new studio album, Same Drug New High, the group's first in more than 20 years, leaves no doubt that founding members Biff Malibu (vocals) and Captain Poon (guitar), plus long-standing bandmates Raldo Useless (guitar), Danny Young (drums), and Peter Larsson (bass), sound not only more mature and skilled, but also more versatile and determined than ever.

Watch the video for "I'm Ready" below. 

Stream the single and pre-order the new album Same Drug New High here. 

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Since they got together in 1994, Gluecifer have played hundreds of shows and released a total of five albums plus countless singles, EPs, and compilations. After an extensive farewell tour, the band broke up in 2005. But Gluecifer have never been forgotten by their fans. As a result, their 2018 comeback was not only met with huge acclaim, but was also celebrated by numerous concerts throughout Europe, including appearances at renowned festivals such as the Azkena Festival in Spain, Hellfest in France, and Tons Of Rock in Norway. So it comes as no surprise that their extensive fanbase started to clamor for new songs and another studio album almost immediately. Gluecifer have fulfilled that request at last with Same Drug New High, which was composed, produced, and mixed in their hometown of Oslo.

The new recording will be supported by an extensive European tour in spring 2026 — scheduled to kick off in Sweden on the album’s release date — and take Gluecifer to Germany, Norway and Spain.

More info about Gluecifer's upcoming live shows here. 

GLUECIFER LINEUP:

Biff Malibu — Vocals
Captain Poon — Guitar 
Raldo Useless — Guitar
Danny Young — Drums
Peter Larsson — Bass

JAMEY JOHNSON AND MEGAN MORONEY BRING THE MOJO TO BIRMINGHAM ON JAN. 15

Alabama’s MOJO will be in full force on Jan. 15 in Birmingham, when Jamey Johnson and Megan Moroney perform an unforgettable, one-night-only acoustic show at The Fennec to benefit their respective charities, Give It Away Foundation and The Megan Moroney Foundation.
 
Blending the two artists’ last names to create MOJO, Johnson and Moroney unite for a night of exceptional talent and a shared commitment to making a positive impact on their communities. Close friends Johnson and Moroney have previously shared stages, including Johnson’s birthday show at the Grand Ole Opry and most recently on The Hallmark Channel’s “A Grand Ole Opry Christmas Movie.” 
 
Johnson was an early and enthusiastic supporter of Moroney, inviting her to join his What A View Tour in 2022. Johnson and Deana Carter issued the official invitation for Moroney to make her Grand Ole Opry debut in 2023.
 
The event’s proceeds benefit Jamey and Brittney Johnson’s Give It Away Foundation, which supports charities close to their hearts and those that help communities during times of crisis, and The Megan Moroney Foundation, which is focused on supporting initiatives to combat bullying and promoting mental-health well-being. Together, we’re building a more supportive and inclusive environment. 
 
For more information, please visit www.giveitawayfoundation.org or contact GiveItAway@JameyJohnson.com for table pricing.

About Jamey Johnson:
Ten-time GRAMMY nominee Jamey Johnson has been called “one of the greatest country singers of our time,” by The Washington Post. Johnson’s music has garnered international acclaim and is embraced by fans of classic and contemporary country, as well as Americana and mainstream rock. He released his latest album, Midnight Gasoline, a collaboration between his label, Big Gassed Records, and Warner Music Nashville, in November 2024. Johnson also recently released “Never Gonna Be” with Ronnie Dunn and “Smoke” with Riley Green.
 
The Grand Ole Opry member is also widely regarded as one of the greatest country songwriters of his generation. He is one of only two people in the history of country music (along with Kris Kristofferson) to win two Song of the Year awards in the same year – for “Give It Away” and “In Color” – from the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association. 
 
A consummate storyteller, his songs have been recorded by George Strait, Trace Adkins, Willie Nelson, James Otto, Joe Nichols and others.
 
His recent prime-time television performances have been widely recognized as the best of the shows, from singing “Georgia on My Mind” in the CBS special Willie Nelson’s 90th Birthday Celebration” and “Angels Among Us” for the CMT Giants: Alabama to performing “Beer for My Horses” with Lainey Wilson for the top-rated NBC special Toby Keith: American Icon” (available to stream on Peacock).
 
The Recording Industry Association of America also honored Johnson for sales/streams of 9 million, including the 5X platinum-certified single “In Color,” the 2X platinum-certified album That Lonesome Song, the platinum-certified single “High Cost of Living,” the gold-certified song “Between Jennings and Jones” and the gold-certified single “That Lonesome Song.”
 
For more information and tour dates, please visit www.jameyjohnson.com. 
 
About Megan Moroney: 
MULTI-PLATINUM hitmaker, critically adored singer/songwriter, record-breaking headliner – just a few years after making her debut, Megan Moroney has ascended to a truly stratospheric level of stardom. Now entering a next-level era with her upcoming third studio album Cloud 9 (due out February 20), the Georgia-bred phenomenon cemented her status as a towering force in Country music with her GOLD-certified sophomore LP Am I Okay? – a 2024 release that marked the year’s third-biggest Billboard 200 debut from a female Country artist and earned raves from major publications like The New York Times and Rolling Stone (including gracing the cover of the iconic magazine’s Future of Music issue). Since the arrival of the blockbuster album (whose standouts include her 2X PLATINUM No. 1 hit “Am I Okay?” and PLATINUM-certified “No Caller ID”), the Emo Cowgirl has made history with her game-changing AM I OKAY? TOUR – a SOLD-OUT headline run that shattered attendance records at multiple venues throughout the U.S. With over 4 BILLION total global streams across all platforms (thanks in part to her 4X PLATINUM No. 1 hit “Tennessee Orange,” from her acclaimed 2023 debut Lucky), Moroney’s fast-growing list of accolades includes being honored as Storyteller of the Year at Variety’s 2025 Hitmakers celebration and receiving the Rulebreaker Award at the 2025 Billboard Women in Music event, in addition to winning the first-ever Best Country prize at the 2025 MTV VMAs, New Female Artist of the Year at the 2024 ACM Awards, and New Artist of the Year at the 2024 CMA Awards. With its tracklist including chart-climbing hits like “Beautiful Things” and “6 Months Later” (her highest Billboard Hot 100 debut to date), Cloud 9 will be followed by a massive international headline run featuring stops at some of the biggest arenas in North America, Europe and the UK.

LAPTOP re-envisions TOM WAITS' holiday anthem "Christmas Card from a Hooker in Minneapolis"

NYC artist Laptop presents their first holiday release: a winter transmission that sits oddly and perfectly within the band’s catalog. Tom Waits’ 1978 classic “Christmas Card from a Hooker in Minneapolis” is recreated as a deadpan jazz-robotic confession, equal parts heartbreak and smirk, performed as if a soul adrift at 2 AM in search of a payphone that still works. This feels like a postcard from every December that ever went wrong—and the small, stubborn hope that things might just go right anyway.

In the early 2000s, Laptop released three cult classic albums on Island Records, with frontman Jesse Hartman having got his start as a teenage Voidoid with Richard Hellbefore co-founding the indie rock band Sammy and releasing albums via Fire Records and Geffen Records. Hartman recently revived the band, driven by a dual-frontman dynamic with his son Charlie, this track reveals the intimate, lonely, late-night side of this project, sitting with you after the party ends and winter blows in under the door.

For Jesse Hartman, this song is personal. He has been playing this song since he was 13 years old at the family piano, long before Laptop existed, long before forming Sammy and long before joining Island Records. Hartman shares, “This was the first song that showed me you could mix sadness and humor in the same line. It basically formed me. This song is the blueprint for Laptop whether I knew it or not.”

While Laptop and Waits are both artists obsessed with doomed characters, disappointing heroes, and the poetry of failure, Hartman’s version is a departure from Waits’s gravel-and-whiskey delivery. This take leans into Laptop’s signature swing between warmth and machinery: jazz chords, cold synths, more groove, and Hartman’s dry, controlled, emotionally sideways vocal. It’s not whispered or fragile, it’s performed with the same unsentimental elegance that defined Laptop’s early-2000s covers (Billy Joel) and deep cuts (“We Never Made It to Venice”).

The basic tracks were recorded in Valencia in 2023, engineered by Iñaki Ariste Aznar, with Hartman on bass and drums by Mike Desmerais (Brian Eno, The Winkies). Upon their subtle, modern rhythmic bed beneath the retro-jazz harmony, Hartman finished the song in New York this Thanksgiving, pulling the performance into the present moment. Family members fill the edges of the arrangement with warmth: Odetta Hartman(backing vocals), Camellia Hartman (violin), Ben Jones (keyboards), and friend Billy Aukstik (trumpet). Just like a frozen street corner dressed in unexpected color.

“Waits wrote one of the great American monologues. This character isn’t just down on her luck, she’s inventing better versions of her life while she’s telling it. She’s lying, but she’s lying to survive. I didn’t want parody. I wanted to show the hope inside the hopelessness,” says Jesse Hartman.

This is standalone offering, outside the song cycle leading to their 2026 album “On This Planet”, which produced the singles “Indie Hero”, "Additional Animals", "I Don't Know" and “Weirder”. But it fits the themes Hartman has been exploring lately: aging, reinvention, myth-making, and the personal fictions we tell ourselves to get through the night. The holiday backdrop adds a chill: this is a Christmas song for people who can’t quite afford to believe in Christmas.

Musically, the track is Laptop stripped and rebuilt: a chiming electric piano, an icy synth pad, and a rhythm section that feels like a jazz band learning to operate inside a drum machine. Hartman delivers the lies, the hope, the heartbreak, and the punchline with the kind of detached affection that made Laptop an indie cult favorite. The final confession (“I need the money to pay my lawyer”) lands with dry humor and real ache.

As of December 12, this single can be found on major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp, where the band's latest singles are also available. Laptop's forthcoming album "On This Planet" is slated for release in Spring 2026 via Hurricane Cove Records.

CREDITS

Jesse Hartman - vocals, guitars, bass
Edward Douglas- keyboards, synths
Charlie Hartman - vocals
Odetta Hartman - vocals
Camellia Hartman - violin
Billy Aukstik - trumpet
Ben Jones - keyboards
Mike Desmarais - drums
Lluisen Capafons – congas, additional percussion
Recorded by Iñaki Ariste Aznar (Valencia), Edward Douglas (NYC), Jesse Hartman (NYC/Nevis)
Mixed by Jesse Hartman, Edward Douglas
Produced by Jesse Hartman
Engineered by Edward Douglas
Recorded in Valencia, Spain (Summer 2023), Final overdubs and edits in New York City (2025)
Written by Tom Waits (ASCAP)
Published by Jersey Girl Music (Admin by Wixen Music Publishing, Inc.)
Released by Hurricane Cove Records
Video concept, direction, cinematography & editing by Jesse Hartman
Cover artwork by Jesse Hartman & Scott Ratner
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

COLIN STOUGH’S VULNERABLE NEW BALLAD “BEST FOR YOU” AVAILABLE NOW –

19 Recordings/BMG Nashville artist Colin Stough gets vulnerable on his brand-new ballad, “Best For You,” out now. Penned by Stough along with Phillip Kane, the new track slows the pace after the up-tempo energy of “White Trash” and his recent release, “20 Bucks.” With growing streaming momentum, a rapidly expanding fanbase, and strong engagement across socials and live shows, the Mississippi native and American Idol finalist’s newest release offers a heartfelt, country lyric as it mines his emotional depths. Stough shared the story behind the song and an intimate acoustic performance live last night on Instagram.

 

“This song’s about loving somebody and watching ’em walk away like it’s nothing, but still wanting the best for them,” shares Stough. “Now felt like the right time to release this since the seasons are changing and y’all were begging me on socials to drop it. Hope y’all like it.”

“Best for You” by Colin Stough is a raw, heart-on-the-sleeve country ballad about loving someone enough to let them go. Through imagery of airplanes, streetlights, and unanswered calls, the lyrics paint the pain of watching someone move on while you’re still stuck in the hurt. Even as he admits he keeps coming back and can’t numb the heartbreak, the chorus lands on a powerful truth: no matter how bad it gets, he doesn’t wish her ill will. In the end, the love stays unconditional. He still wants the best for her, even if it breaks him.

About Colin Stough

Born and raised on the Mississippi-Alabama line, 21-year-old Colin Stough was brought up on Southern rock and second chances. A self-taught guitarist and gravel-voiced storyteller influenced by The Allman Brothers, Conway Twitty, and Koe Wetzel, he first picked up a guitar at age eight, later trading in his prized possessions for a pawn shop acoustic — one he still plays today. After high school, he worked full-time as an HVAC tech until his mom pushed him to audition for American Idol Season 21. That leap launched a life-changing ride: a standout third-place finish, a deal with 19 Recordings / BMG Nashville, and breakout songs like “Sober,” “’Til The Day One Does,” and 2025’s hard-edged anthem, “White Trash.”

With a skinned-raw vocal and lyrics carved from lived experience, Stough has built a loyal following of over 800k across social platforms. His EPs Promiseland and Lookin’ For Home offer a no-frills portrait of a young man navigating life with Southern grit, and his recent releases, “White Trash,” “20 Bucks,” and “Best For You,” keep with the no-holds-barred, hold-nothing-back theme. On the road, he’s opened for acts like Chase Matthew, Drake White, and Kidd G, and is continuing to build his live show through 2025. A student of Skynyrd and the outlaw spirit, Stough isn’t chasing trends — he’s telling the underdog’s truth, one song at a time.

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ESHTADUR Releases Epic Symphonic Melodeath Single, "Fire Above Mountain Below"

Colombian blackened melodic death metal force ESHTADUR has released their latest single, "Fire Above Mountain Below", off of their latest album, Symphonic Crows – Live at the Santiago Londoño’s Theater. Grandiose symphonic elements provide a powerful backdrop for ominous riffs and snarling vocals. In signature ESHTADUR fashion, "Fire Above Mountain Below" balances crushing heaviness with a catchy, cinematic earworm of a chorus.

Vocalist and guitarist Jorg August comments, "The shapes that can be explored with a symphonic orchestra reminds me of why I enjoy music so much: the character and the intensity of 40 people giving the music their all. That's very ritualistic and powerful. This new live album is something I wanted to do for so long."

Watch the official video for "Fire Above Mountain Below" below:

Symphonic Crows – Live at the Santiago Londoño’s Theater is out now on the ESHTADUR official Bandcamp page: https://eshtadur.bandcamp.com/album/symphonic-crows-live-album

About ESHTADUR: 

ESHTADUR was founded in the fall of 2005 by Jorg August, releasing the Timo Be Timo demo with a sound in the vein of COVENANT, DIMMU BORGIR, and OLD MAN’S CHILD. Since then, they have released a pair of EPs and four powerful full-length albums. ESHTADUR, meaning "the rebellion of angels," can be most closely likened to bands such as SEPTIC FLESH, BEHEMOTH, FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE, CARACH ANGREN, and the like. Like their scene counterparts, the band embodies a deathly melodic atmosphere that reaches into realms of darkness and despair through the decay of humanity. It seeks to rebel, in its darkened way, embracing the abject reality.

Their rich touring history includes performances across Colombia, Peru, Mexico, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovakia. They have shared the stage and toured with CRADLE OF FILTH, VADER, GRAVEWORM, SEPULTURA, ABORTED, and DECAPITATED, the last three at Rock al Parque 2016. Their 2017 release via Bleeding Music Records, Mother Gray, is an expression of planetary death and putrefaction. The scathing release saw the band touring eight countries in Europe through 2018, and then visiting the United States for the first time for the Gray America Tour, including dates in Mexico. The band’s latest album, From The Abyss, was released via Blood Blast Distribution and physically distributed by Hateworks in Latin America.

In 2022, the band toured in support of BATUSHKA and DIABOLICAL, visiting Romania, Bulgaria, Greece, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, and Switzerland. In 2023, ESHTADUR performed at 70000 Tons of Metal, being the only band from Colombia to do so. They then embarked on a North American tour with SUMMONER’S CIRCLE, visiting New York, Kentucky, Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Nebraska, Colorado, Texas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, South and North Carolina, and Virginia.

After conquering 19 shows in the United States, ESHTADUR was invited as a guest of honor to the largest music festival in Latin America, Rock al Parque, supporting IN FLAMES from Sweden. The Crows from Colombia delivered a magnificent concert with Pereira’s Symphonic Orchestra at the Santiago Londoño Theater at the end of the year. This live concert was released on Pro Tape for collectors by Mutilated Records. 

In 2024, the band united forces with GRAVEWORM for a Latin American tour, visiting Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, and Colombia. ESHTADUR also performed at the 17th edition of Grita Fest in Manizales, Colombia, supporting HATE and EXODUS. Now the crows are gathering mist forces once again, ready to fill your soul with darkened despair at their next visit.

Bizarrekult Announces Absorbing New Album 'Alt Som Finnes'

True to the spirit of black metal, Roman V. started Bizarrekult as a lone wolf. Moving to the genre’s birthplace in Norway twenty odd years ago inspired him to bend but not break with tradition. Bizarrekult’s previous albums reflected on his childhood and changing place within the larger world, all while honing a grim yet luminar vision for the future. His upcoming third album also emerged from a deep personal crisis. Only this time, on Alt Som Finnes, he’s not alone in confronting all there is.

Today, Bizarrekult is announcing Alt Som Finnes by premiering the frighteningly tense video for the album’s lead single with No Clean Singing. While “Blikket Hennes” is tormented by never-ending self-doubt, Dødheimsgard vocalist Yusaf “Vicotnik” Parvez leads Roman out of its mental labryinthe - if only for a moment.  

“I was not ready for all of this”, Roman says about Alt Som Finnes. “None of us are, when the time comes. But at the end of this journey, it seems to have all been worth it. The music gave me hints as to where to go and what can be”.

Watch the video for “Blikket Hennes” below.

Alt Som Finnes comes out February 20, 2026 on Season of Mist Underground Activists.

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In keeping with Norwegian tradition, Bizarrekult can be as cold and raw as early Darkthrone, as eerily melodic as Enslaved, or as blistering in its beauty as Borknagar. Alt Som Finnes (All There Is) upholds that classic, manic energy of old-school black metal. “Blikket Hennes” buzzes like a mind plagued, hounded by sharp twisting riffs, pained screams and a steady pounding of double bass.

“Your conscience never sleeps’”, Roman explains. “It judges and evaluates everything you do. You will never be able to get away from it; it will pierce you day and night, for good and bad”.

As the punishing headwinds behind “Blikket Hennes” signal a change in the atmosphere, like a break in the clouds, Dødheimsgard vocalist’s Yusaf Parvez appears from behind the torrential melody with soothing cleans. It’s a welcome respite before the mental fog returns.

The video for “Blikket Hennes”  was directed by Natalia Drepina (@mourneress). It stars Pavel V. Boldyrev (@somebodyawful) and Natalia Drepina.

No one emerges unscathed from Alt Som Finnes. But while riddled with regrets, album closer “Tomhet” breaks new ground as the first Bizarrekult song sung in English. “Am I alone like this? No, we are many”. It’s a damning realization, but also a call for all of us to become something greater.

Line-up
Roman V. — Vocals
Ignat P. — Guitars & Bass
Alexander P. — Drums

Production Credits
Recorded at Seaside Room.
Produced, mixed & mastered by Miguel Tereso at Demigod Recordings, Portugal.

Guest Musicians
Yusaf "Vicotnik" Parvez (Dødheimsgard) — Vocals on "Blikket Hennes"
Lina (Predatory Void / Cross Bringer) — Vocals on "Drøm”
Kim Song Sternkopf (Møl) — Vocals on "Tomhet"

Cover Art
Gravestench Art (https://www.instagram.com/gravestench_art/)

Photography
Radmila Volchenkova

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BLAZONER Announces First Single "I'm In Love With My Car" From Upcoming Covers EP Sonic Chambers

Fredericksburg, Virginia heavy rock trio BLAZONER has released "I'm In Love With My Car," the first single from their upcoming covers EP Sonic Chambers, due out February 13, 2026. The track offers an electrified and harmony rich reinterpretation of the classic QUEEN deep cut.

The band approached the recording with a mix of respect, intensity, and playfulness. Drummer Andy Murray takes the lead vocal, a nod to Roger Taylor’s original performance, while Brian Carnes and Stephen Sullivan join him to build thick, layered choruses that showcase the trio’s signature multi vocal sound. The band recorded an extensive number of vocal tracks to capture the fullness and dramatic lift that makes the original song such a standout. Longtime friend and producer Jeff Covert helped guide the arrangement and brought extra clarity and dimension to the performance.

"I'm In Love With My Car" marks the first look at Sonic Chambers, a collection born from a spontaneous decision to record a few favorite covers in the studio. What began as a simple session quickly evolved into a five track EP that celebrates the music that shaped BLAZONER’s sound and spirit. The single highlights their ability to blend heavy rock power with melodic precision while staying true to the emotional core of the source material.

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About BLAZONER:

BLAZONER is a heavy rock power trio from Fredericksburg, Virginia, built on the belief that loud music should feel both massive and melodic. The band leans into thick, saturated riffs, driving rhythms, and vocal harmonies that hit as hard as the instruments behind them. Their sound blends the grit of stoner rock, the pulse of classic heavy rock, and the swirling textures of psychedelia, creating a style that feels raw, hook driven, and unmistakably their own.

Formed by Andy Murray, Brian Carnes, and Stephen Sullivan, BLAZONER is powered by the natural chemistry the three share when they play together. Every member sings, which gives the band a vocal identity rarely found in heavy music. Whether delivering gritty leads or layered harmonies, the voices of all three members work together to add color and emotion to the band’s thick wall of sound. The result is a blend of heaviness and melody that stands out both live and on record.

BLAZONER came out of the gate with a commitment to playing hard, writing often, and letting instinct lead the way. Since releasing their first music in 2023, the band has grown quickly through high energy performances that showcase their volume, intensity, and connection as performers. Crowds respond not only to the weight of the riffs and the immediacy of the songs, but also to the sense that the band is having as much fun onstage as anyone in the room.

Their music reflects a wide range of influences, yet everything is filtered through the same core approach. Play loud, play with purpose, and make songs that feel alive. Whether crafting originals or reimagining the tracks that shaped them, BLAZONER focuses on movement, emotion, and the thrill of a great groove hitting at full power.

BLAZONER continues to evolve as they write, record, and perform, always pushing toward a heavier, tighter, more expressive version of their sound. For the band, heavy music is more than a style. It is energy, teamwork, and a constant exploration of what three people can create when they trust every instinct and hold nothing back.

GOATSILK Unleashes “SEPARATE” — A Devastating New Chapter In The Bands Future

“Separate” marks a powerful new chapter for GOATSILK, showcasing the band’s ability to blend aggression, atmosphere, and melody with a sense of urgency. The single dives into the emotional weight of breaking away from situations and relationships that no longer move you forward. Rather than leaning on shock value or theatrics, “Separate” focuses on raw honesty balancing heavy guitar work, a dense low-end pulse, and vocals that deliver intensity without sacrificing clarity.

The track highlights GOATSILK'S continued evolution, refining their sound into something heavier, sharper, and more intentional. “Separate” stands as both a personal statement and a preview of what’s coming next from the band — a louder, more defined identity built on conviction and craft.

For outlets seeking a modern heavy track with emotional depth and strong production, “Separate” delivers a compelling listen that resonates beyond its hooks and heaviness.

BIO:

GOATSILK is a modern heavy band blending metal and hard rock with a focus on powerful vocals, dynamic guitar work, and emotionally driven songwriting. Formed by vocalist/guitarist Jhode Romero, the band features members with a long history in the heavy music world, including former and current players from Motograter, Embryonic Autopsy, Flaw, Eva to Adam and Kobra and The Lotus  Known for their high-energy live shows and tight musicianship, GOATSILK consistently pulls 200–800 fans depending on the market. Their sound builds on raw intensity and modern heaviness while still keeping melody and atmosphere at the forefront.

Lineup

• Jhode Romero – Vocals / Guitars

• Jeremiah Bundy – Bass

• Rich Brown – Guitars

• Marcus Lee – Drums

CHRIS ROBERTS (Sill Crow) is Gearing Up to Deliver His Next Evolution

Rock fans, prepare yourselves. One of the most unmistakably powerful voices in modern rock is stepping back into the spotlight, this time in a new location. Chris Roberts, the frontman of the rock band Sill Crow, has a new residence and the rock world is already vibrating with anticipation to see him in a new era.

Roberts is ready to reclaim his throne with the intensity, emotion, and raw sonic grit that made Sill Crow one of the most compelling forces in the underground scene. Looking for acoustic bookings currently in the Midwest, Roberts is ready to take on a new challenge. Expect the signature grit, cinematic darkness, and emotional weight fans love—but elevated to a whole new level.

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Dragony Release Lyric Video for "Shadow and Flame" // Touring With Ensiferum + Freedom Call

After two albums on which Austrian Power Metal band Dragony took on fantastical interpretations of real-life historical events, it has now become time for the band to once again return to their pop-culture influences — and thus the new single "Shadow and Flame" was created over the summer of 2025.

For this song, the band took inspiration from the popular video game Elden Ring Brittney slayesand its DLC Shadow of the Erdtree. In order to properly pay tribute to such a monumental game, Dragony have not only expanded their own permanent lineup with the addition of new second lead singer Maria Nesh, but also received some additional support from the phenomenal Brittney Slayes (UNLEASH THE ARCHERS). Lasse Elkjear from Denmark was once again responsible for the epic orchestrations, and legendary producer Jacob Hansen took care of the sound 

Singer Siegfried Samer says, "As a longtime fan of the games published by Fromsoft, I of course also played Elden Ring passionately — and so it became time to release a third song inspired by the Fromsoft universe after our previous titles 'Kiln of the First Flame' and 'Lords of the Hunt' already took inspiration from Dark Souls and Bloodborne. So we are finishing off the trilogy with 'Shadow and Flame,' and in addition to a full-fledged new band member in the shape of our new second lead singer Maria Nesh, we also received some excellent support from the brilliant Brittney Slayes from UNLEASH THE ARCHERS, who adds another very distinctive touch to the song. 

"The cover artwork was once again created by Stan Decker for us, who already did the artwork for our album Hic Svnt Dracones. The very dark and somber image depicts an interpretation of the 'Scadutree' from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC of Elden Ring, in combination with a fiery serpent, which symbolizes the character 'Messmer,' who plays a prominent part in the story of the game."

Watch the lyric video below;

Their current album Hic Svnt Dracones was released in 2024 worldwide through Steamhammer as CD digipak, 2LP gatefold version, download and stream here.

NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS Resurrect The Evil Dead Spirit With “Hungry For Brains”

NECRONOMICON EX MORTIS erupt with ferocious precision on their latest single, “Hungry For Brains,” taken from the forthcoming EP Zombie Blood Nightmare, arriving February 20, 2026.

A thrashy, smashy, in-your-face assault, “Hungry For Brains” showcases the band at their most unapologetically feral. Built entirely upon the half/whole diminished scale, the track spirals through symmetrical chaos and delivers a sound as unhinged and ravenous as its subject matter. Fans of technical metal will find plenty to chew on, especially when the track erupts into a blistering guitar solo performed by James Norton, former college roommate of guitarist Mike. His shredding adds an extra layer of necrotic flair.

Lyrically, the song dives headfirst into zombie carnage and grotesque undead imagery, continuing the band's love for cinematic horror and high-energy gore. “Hungry For Brains” embraces the spirit of classic zombie mayhem and sets the tone for the terror-laced chaos awaiting listeners on Zombie Blood Nightmare.

Produced, recorded, and mixed by Charlie Waymire at Ultimate Studios and mastered by Ernesto Homeyer, Zombie Blood Nightmare features six tracks of shred-heavy, horror-drenched chaos.

Zombie Blood Nightmare arrives February 20, 2026.

Morgan Wallen Becomes RIAA’s Highest Certified Country Artist of All Time, 3rd Most-Certified All Genres

After recently becoming Billboard’s Top Artist of 2025 and entering Spotify’s coveted Billions Club with three singles – “Whiskey Glasses,” “I Had Some Help” with Post Malone and “Last Night” – surpassing one billion streams on the platform, Morgan Wallen’s consumption success is now landing him a new accolade as RIAA’s highest certified Country artist of all time.
 
With 239.5 million certified singles (solo + collaborations) and 26 million albums, Wallen simultaneously becomes the third most-certified artist, all-genre (succeeding only Drake and Taylor Swift for solo titles); and the No. 2 digital singles-certified solo artist, all-genre. The recognition comes just seven years after receiving his first Gold certifications for “The Way I Talk” and “Up Down” in 2018, followed by “Whiskey Glasses” in 2019 – which is officially 13x Platinum certified today.
 
“Morgan Wallen’s rise has been nothing short of remarkable. A trajectory powered through deep fan connection, multiple creative collaborations and partnerships with Big Loud and Republic Records. Less than a decade after earning his first Gold singles, he has officially become the highest RIAA certified Country artist with 265.5M units, including credits on five Diamond-certified or higher singles! The sheer volume of streams behind this achievement speaks to how actively audiences continue to show up and his sustained journey reshaping modern music. Congratulations on this new height as Morgan and his team set their sights on the next,” shares RIAA Chairman & CEO Mitch Glazier.
 
With the May 2025 release of his fourth studio album, I’m The Problem, Wallen solidified his footing as “one of the biggest stars in the music world right now,” according to Billboard. The project was recently named Apple Music’s No. 1 album worldwide and Spotify’s No. 1 album in the U.S. all-genre for 2025. Now, just seven months after its release, I’m The Problem is 4x Platinum certified, while 22 of its 37 songs are Gold-certified or higher. Additionally, every song on previously released albums If I Know Me and Dangerous: The Double Album (including the bonus configuration) is now RIAA certified. 
 
Prior albums Dangerous: The Double Album and One Thing At A Time, which landed No. 1 and No. 6 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums of the 21st Century, respectively, are now each 9x Platinum certified. Additionally, “Last Night,” which spent 16 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100 chart; and three week Country radio No. 1 “Wasted On You” are each 12x Platinum. 
 
In total, Wallen now has five singles that are Diamond-certified or higher, including the newly Diamond certified “Heartless,” his 2019 collaboration with Diplo. For the full list of new and updated certifications, see HERE. 
 
Wallen recently announced his 2026 Still The Problem Tour. Promoted by AEG Presents – with the exception of the Tuscaloosa, Alabama show, which is produced by Live Nation – Wallen’s 12-city, 23-date Still The Problem stadium tour will kick off on April 10, 2026 with two consecutive nights at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Wallen will play two nights in most locations, including stops at four major college football stadiums: Clemson’s Memorial Stadium, Florida’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Michigan’s Michigan Stadium and one night only at Alabama’s Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
 
A rotating lineup of guests including Brooks & Dunn, HARDY,  Ella Langley and Thomas Rhett join as direct support, with Gavin Adcock, Flatland Cavalry and Hudson Westbrook as second-of-four and Jason Scott & The High Heat, Zach John King, Vincent Mason and Blake Whiten as first-of-four. Support assets are available HERE.
 
As with previous tours, a portion of every ticket sold will benefit his Morgan Wallen Foundation (MWF) — which supports programs for youth in the areas of sports and music. Those donations enabled MWF to contribute over $600,000 worth of instruments to schools in need across U.S. touring cities in 2025, in addition to a $30,000 donation to the Toronto Blue Jays’ Jays Cares RBI program, totaling over $5 million distributed to-date. For more information, visit MorganWallenFoundation.org.

About Morgan Wallen
Morgan Wallen sets the pace in, and beyond, country music – with Billboard calling him “one of the biggest stars in the music world right now” and The New Yorker adding “[he’s] popular on a scale that seems to circumvent genre entirely.” With 20 No. 1 singles at Country radio, 19 Billboard Music Awards to-date, 216 weeks spent atop Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart (the most in country music history), the highest selling country tour under his belt and more, Wallen has propelled country music to a global level in less than five years.
 
Wallen’s fourth studio album, I’m The Problem, available now via Big Loud / Mercury, debuted at No. 1 globally across seven countries; while his preceding albums – Dangerous: The Double Album and One Thing At A Time – have remained in the top 10 of the Billboard 200 chart for more than 100 weeks each, making him the first artist ever to achieve that feat. I’m The Problem – which Hits Daily Double observes is “a 37-song cycle of self-reckoning” – has already yielded five No. 1’s at Country radio, including the title track, which remained at No. 1 for eight weeks. Wallen also broke his own record for the most simultaneous entries in Billboard Hot 100 History, with 37 songs charting on release week.
 
After recently concluding his 20-stadium-show 2025 I’m the Problem Tour in September, Wallen is readying his 23-stadium show Still The Problem Tour for 2026. Kicking off April 10 with two consecutive nights at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, the run will include stops at four major college football stadiums: Clemson’s Memorial Stadium, Florida’s Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Michigan’s Michigan Stadium and one night only at Alabama’s Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
 
Wallen donates a portion of every ticket sold to his Morgan Wallen Foundation — which supports programs for youth in the areas of sports and music. More at MorganWallenFoundation.org.
 
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OBSCURA - ANNOUNCE THEIR STARDUST 2026 US TOUR', JAPAN SHOWS & FESTIVAL DATES!

German progressive death metal masters, OBSCURA, are set to return to the U.S. this spring for the 'Stardust Tour.' The 18-date run begins on March 15th at the legendary Whisky-A-Go-Go in Hollywood, includes key stops in Austin, Philadelphia, and Detroit, and concludes on April 3rd in Roseville, CA. They will be joined by ALLEGAEON, COGNITIVE, and CRYPTOSIS.

OBSCURA's Steffen Kummerer comments, “OBSCURA will return to the United States in March and April 2026 as part of the ongoing 'A Sonication World Tour' (2025–2027). We look forward to presenting material from the new album alongside a selection of deep cuts that have never been performed live before. Joining us are Allegaeon and Cognitive from the United States—both leading forces in modern technical and progressive death metal—and Dutch avant-garde thrash unit Cryptosis, completing a powerful and diverse lineup. The ‘Stardust USA 2026’ tour promises an immersive and uncompromising live experience for our North American fans.”

Tickets for the tour will be available on Friday, December 19th at 10:00 PST at https://realmofobscura.com/live.

Confirmed dates for OBSCURA's 'Stardust' US 2026 tour with ALLEGAEON, COGNITIVE, and CRYPTOSIS are:

03.13.2026  USA  Los Angeles, CA @ Whisky-A-Go-Go
03.14.2026  USA  Tucson, AZ @ The Rock
03.15.2026  USA  El Paso, TX @ Rockhouse Bar & Grill
03.16.2026  USA  Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live
03.17.2026  USA  Oklahoma City, OK @ 89th Street Collective
03.18.2026  USA  Haltom City, TX @ Haltom Theater
03.23.2026  USA  Philadelphia, PA @ Underground Arts
03.24.2026  USA  Brooklyn, NY @ The Meadows
03.25.2026  USA  Hamden, CT @ Space Ballroom
03.26.2026  USA  Rochester, NY @ Photo City Music All
03.27.2026  USA  Lakewood, OH @ Mercury Music Lounge
03.28.2026  USA  Detroit, MI @ The Sanctuary
03.29.2026  USA  Joilet, IL @ The Forge
03.30.2026  USA  Kansas City, MO @ Warehouse On Broadway
03.31.2026  USA  Colorado Springs, CO @ Black Sheep
04.01.2026  USA  Salt Late City, UT @ Aces High Saloon
04.02.2026  USA  Reno, NV @ Club Underground
04.03.2026  USA  Roseville, CA @ Goldfield Trading Post

Following the U.S. run, OBSCURA  will head to Japan for 5 shows on their 'The Sun Eater' 2026 tour with label mates FALLUJAH.

The Sun Eater // Japan 2026
W/ FALLUJAH, DVRK
05.20.2026  JP  Tokyo @ Space Odd
05.21.2026  JP  Tokyo @ Space Odd
05.22.2026  JP  Nagoya @ 3Star Image
05.23.2026  JP  Osaka @ Score Factory
05.24.2026  JP  Hiroshima @ Reed

FESTIVALS 2026
01.10.2026  NL  @ Hedon Zwaar 2026
05.02.2026  IND @ Hammersonic Festival 2026
06.18.2026  FR  @ Hellfest 2026
08.15.2026  IT    @ Frantic Festival 2026
08.29.2026  CZ  @ Brezovska Metalova Noc 19

Cryptopsy Announced for Decibel Metal & Beer Fest

After nearly three and a half decades of brutal, technical supremacy, Cryptopsy are more insatiable than ever. The most vile band in death metal are cracking year-end lists at Decibel, Metal Injection No Clean Singing and other outlets with their latest Billboard-shaking album An Insatiable Violence. Now, as they prepare for their upcoming European headline tour with 200 Stab Wounds, Inferi and Corpse Pile, the Canadian legends are proud to announce a new milestone in their accomplished career.

Today, Cryptopsy are announcing that they are performing at Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: Philly 2026. The band’s set at the Fillmore on Sunday, May 3 marks their first time performing at the world’s heaviest and headbangingest craft beer event. They will celebrate the 30th anniversary of their Decibel Hall of Fame inducted album None So Vile and perform fresh cuts off An Insatiable Violence.  

“We are so excited to celebrate the 30th anniversary of None So Vile while also showcasing An Insatiable Violence and the new era of Cryptopsy at the world’s most prestigious metal and beer fest”, the band’s vocalist Matt McGachy says.  

Tickets for Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: Philly go on sale this Friday, December 19 at 10 am Eastern Time.

Ticketmaster pre-sale starts tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17 at 10 am local time (use code: WARMUP)

3 Floyds Brewing pre-sale begins Thursday, December 18 at 10 am local time (use code: ZOMBIEDUST)

Night Shift Merch pre-sale begins Thursday, December 18 at Noon local time (use code: NIGHTSHIFT)

Cryptopsy at Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: Philly 2026

with Power Trip, Necrot, Fulci and Blood Monolith

Sunday, May 3 @ The Fillmore [TICKETS]

Get tickets for Day 1

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Get two-day tickets

https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0200638CD148F6E1

Cryptopsy’s new album An Insatiable Violence, Blasphemy Made Flesh, None So Vile and other albums from their fearsome discography are now available through Season of Mist

Order

https://redirect.season-of-mist.com/cryptopsyall

Catch Cryptopsy on their current tour of Australia and next year’s European headlining tour

Cryptopsy 2025 Asia, New Zealand & Australia All So Vile Tour Dates

December 17 – Canberra, AU @ The Base [TICKETS]
December 18 – Brisbane, AU @ Crowbar [TICKETS]
December 19 – Sydney, AU @ Crowbar [TICKETS]
December 20 – Melbourne, AU @ Croxton [TICKETS]

Lineup

Flo Mounier - Drums

Matt McGachy - Vocals

Christian Donaldson - Guitar

Oli Pinard - Bass

Guest Musicians

Mike DiSalvo performs vocals on "Embrace the Nihility"

Recording, Mixing & Mastering Studio

Christian Donaldson’s Studio

Production, Sound & Mixing Engineer

Christian Donaldson

Cover Art

Martin Lacroix

Photography

Maciej Pieloch

Biography

Adrien Begrand

Pre-order & Pre-save

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Booking agents

USA - Continental Touring

www.continentaltouring.us

Europe - Avocado Booking

http://www.avocadobooking.com/

Follow Cryptopsy

Bandcamp: https://cryptopsyofficial.bandcamp.com/

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

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

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CryptopsyDeathMetal

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Ponte Del Diavolo Devilishly Charm on "Il Veleno della Natura"

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

“[…]deliciously diabolical” No Clean Singing wrote in praise of the album’s spirited lead single. “Erba del Diavolo’s dramatically beautiful but spooky singing creates a key contrast as it soars and quavers above the music’s charging pulse”

Today, Ponte Del Diavolo are releasing the second advanced single from De Venom Natura. A skeleton key into the album, “Il veleno della Natura” distills its theme into a chilling science, where nature’s poison becomes not a threat but a source of life.  

Watch the music video for Il Veleno della Natura below;

De Venom Natura comes out February 13, 2026 via Season of Mist.

Pre-order & pre-save

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“Il Veleno della Natura” is an intoxicating surrender to the venom of existence. Within the hypnotic flow of De Venom Natura, the album’s latest single marks a feverish turning point, where its poisonous metaphor comes alive with a shock. As the guitars and drums snake with tension, Erba del Diavolo slithers between whispered confessions and a fervent invocation that sparks an ecstatic transformation.  

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

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

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

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

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

Guest Musicians
Francesco Bucci
Sergio Bertani
Vittorio Sabelli
Gionata Potenti

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

Photography
Sergio Bertani

Pre-save & Pre-order

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Follow Ponte Del Diavolo
Bandcamp: https://pontedeldiavolo666.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PontedelDiavolo/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pontedeldiavoloband/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pontedeldiavolo3847
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COLD SLITHER Set the Season on Fire with New Single “Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town”

Reigning Phoenix Music, in collaboration with Hasbro, is proud to announce the most chaotic Christmas anthem ever to slither down a chimney: COLD SLITHER’s new single “Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town.” Fresh from the momentum of their self-titled album, released earlier this year, the Dreadnok-driven metal outfit returns with a holiday track packed with sleigh bells, sabotage, and seasonal pandemonium. The track is accompanied by a high-octane holiday video produced by none other than Torch himself (whose alter ego is known as Ross Sewage). 

As the band explains in their own words:

"Well... Along with the persistent pestering by Torch and Ripper, Cobra Commander now has a new scheme to ensnare the masses with a... Ugh... Christmas song.

“Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town” arrives as both a gift and a warning. This is holiday spirit the COLD SLITHER way: loud, unhinged, and ready to storm every playlist from now until the new year. Lock your chimneys. The Cobra Claws ride tonight.

Watch Below:

Listen HERE: https://coldslither.rpm.link/clawsPR

Fronted by the enigmatic Zartan alongside his ruthless Dreadnok bandmates Torch, Ripper, and Buzzer, COLD SLITHER is a declaration of war. Their sound combines old-school heavy metal with anarchic energy, venomous vocals, punishing riffs, and an atmosphere steeped in apocalyptic chaos. Also, a special thank you to Frank Todaro who serves as the enigmatic voice of Cobra Commander. 

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Featuring 10 original tracks and a remastered version of their cult-classic single “Cold Slither,” the album plunges into dystopian metal with themes of swamp-born menace and Cobra-fueled power. TheCold Slither album is available across digital and vinyl formats.

Order HERE:
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TESTAMENT ANNOUNCES SPRING 2026 US "THRASH OF THE TITANS TOUR"

Iconic Bay Area thrash band TESTAMENT's triumphant return continues in 2026 with the announcement of their "Thrash of the Titans" world tour landing in the US this coming spring! The trek unites the band with fellow thrash legends OVERKILL and DESTRUCTION for one of the fiercest tours of the new year. 

Commenting on the tour TESTAMENT frontman Chuck Billy says:

"2026 looks like it is going to start with an explosion with the 'Thrash of the Titans Tour.' Joining us will be our Metal Brothers Overkill and Destruction. Our friendship has almost reached 4 decades. This is gonna be a Thrash Metal show you don’t wanna miss!"

OVERKILL's founding vocalist Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth states: 

"March can't come soon enough. We are stoked to be part of this killer package, that will lay waste to the States! Let's get this show on the road!” 

Founding bassist for DESTRUCTION, Marcel "Schmier" Schirmer adds: 

"This is killer news — the THRASH OF THE TITANS tour is finally hitting America! So many fans have been shouting for this, and now it’s happening. The best tours happen when you roll with bands you respect, bands you can raise hell with — and when the bill just hits hard."

Exclusive Metal Injection Presale: Wednesday, December 17th @ 10:00 AM EST @ MetalInjection.net
Artist Presale: Thursday, December 18th @ 10:00 AM LOCAL (PW: TITANS)  
Local/Promoter Presales: Thursday, December 18th @ 10:00 AM LOCAL
On Sale: Friday, December 19th @ 10:00 AM LOCAL
https://www.testamentlegions.com/

TESTAMENT's "Thrash of the Titans" US Tour Dates: 

Mar 14 - Portland, OR - Roseland theater
Mar 15 - Boise, ID - Treefort Music Hall
Mar 16 - Salt Lake City, UT - Rockwell at the Complex
Mar 18 - Denver, CO - Summit Music Hall
Mar 20 - Milwaukee, WI - The Rave
Mar 21 - Minneapolis, MN - The Fillmore
Mar 22 - Chicago, IL - Ramova Theatre
Mar 24 - Detroit, MI - St. Andrew's Hall
Mar 25 - Cleveland, OH - Agora Ballroom
Mar 27 - Worcester, MA - The Palladium
Mar 28 - Sayreville, NJ - Starland Ballroom
Mar 29 - Reading, PA - Club Reverb
Mar 31 - Atlanta, GA - Buckhead Theater
Apr 1 - St. Petersburg, FL - Jannus Live
Apr 3 - Houston, TX - House of Blues
Apr 4 - Dallas, TX - The Bomb Factory
Apr 5 - San Antonio, TX - Aztec Theatre
Apr 8 - Phoenix, AZ - The Van Buren
Apr 9 - Los Angeles, CA - The Belasco
Apr 10 - Berkeley, CA - The UC Theatre (No Overkill)

TESTAMENT's lauded new album, Para Bellum, stands as both a battle cry and an observation of humanity's uneasy alliance with its own creations. As technology accelerates and disconnection grows, Para Bellum sees TESTAMENT reflecting the modern chaos through music that’s urgent, sharp, and unflinchingly human.

Purchase/Stream Para Bellum: https://testament.bfan.link/para-bellum

Para Bellum was recorded with Juan Urteaga, mixed by Jens Bogren at Fascination Street Studios, and was mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios. The album is extremely polished and operating at full throttle. The band once again enlisted Eliran Kantor tocreate the album artwork. In an era flooded by AI-generated imagery. the hand painted creation encapsulates the album’s essence: a serene angel made of missiles, an explosion turned halo, surrounded by shovel-bearing cultists with books strapped to their faces.

From first note to last breath, Para Bellum is an album by warriors—crafted in chaos, and built to outlast the wars to come! 

TESTAMENT is:
Chuck Billy | Vocals
Eric Peterson | Guitar
Alex Skolnick | Guitar
Steve DiGiorgio | Bass
Chris Dovas | Drums

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MARILYN MANSON ANNOUNCES SPRING 2026 US TOUR DATES

Iconic rock legend MARILYN MANSON has extended his “One Assassination Under God Tour” with newly announced spring US shows featuring support from Australian death-pop duo VOWWS.

Following a monumental year of sold out shows around the world, MANSON continues his relentless journey in support of his critically lauded 2024 album, One Assassination Under God - Chapter 1, which features the standout tracks ‘Sacrilegious,’ ‘Raise The Red Flag’ and ‘As Sick As The Secrets Within,’ and is available everywhere via Nuclear Blast Records.

ARTIST PRESALE: Tue. 12/16 @ 12pm Local (Password: OAUG26WT)

PUBLIC ON SALE: Fri. 12/19 @ 10am Local

https://www.marilynmanson.com/

MARILYN MANSON One Assassination Under God 2026 US Tour Dates:

4/23 - Highland, CA - Yaamava’ Theater*

4/25 - Las Vegas, NV - Sick New World*

5/08 - Minneapolis, MN - The Armory

5/10 - Green Bay, WI - EPIC Event Center

5/12 - Louisville, KY - The Louisville Palace Theatre

5/13 - Memphis, TN - Graceland Soundstage

5/15 - Nashville, TN - The Pinnacle

5/16 - Columbus, OH - Sonic Temple*

10/24 - Fort Worth, TX - Sick New World Texas*

*without VOWWS

Stream MARILYN MANSON:

Apple Music | Spotify

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Chronicler of Ardul Announces New Single “To Arms!” From the Forthcoming Album Sounds of Ardul

CHRONICLER OF ARDUL presents “To Arms!,” a powerful new single that plunges listeners into the intensity of open conflict within the dark fantasy world of Ardul. Arriving ahead of the upcoming album Sounds of Ardul, due out April 10, 2026, the track highlights the project’s most dynamic orchestral writing yet, capturing the decisive moment when tension gives way to full-scale battle.

“To Arms!” surges with commanding brass, urgent strings, and relentless percussion, creating a vivid and cinematic sense of motion. Composer David Williams channels the spirit of classic video game battle themes while shaping a narrative turning point within the album’s broader emotional landscape. The piece expands on motifs that appear earlier in the record, transforming subtle melodic hints into a triumphant and volatile climax.

Serving as a counterpart to the more intimate “To Arms! (String Quintet),” the new single presents the full battle in its largest, boldest form. Where the quintet version evokes a duel or contained skirmish, “To Arms!” unleashes the full orchestra to paint a much grander conflict.

With Sounds of Ardul, CHRONICLER OF ARDUL deepens its commitment to immersive worldbuilding, weaving thematic motifs and emotional storytelling into every composition. “To Arms!” stands as one of the album’s defining moments, a track that invites listeners to feel the rush, fear, and determination of a hero forced to act.

About CHRONICLER OF ARDUL:
CHRONICLER OF ARDUL was started as a passion project by David Williams when he wanted to combine his love of metal music and dark fantasy to tell a story that spanned over songs and albums. After graduating from Berklee College of Music, he puts his skills to the test to create the music for a story he had been working on for 9 years. The debut EP called Myrewood released late 2023, with its written short story partner, Myrewood Part 1, published in May 2024. The following EP, Sword Of Virné arrived in the summer of 2024. Musically, CHRONICLER OF ARDUL draws from the likes of SHADOW OF INTENT and MENTAL CRUELTY in the metal world, while also taking inspiration from Japanese composer Nobuo Uematsu. 

CHRONICLER OF ARDUL IS:
David Williams – Music and Lyrics

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