Frenchy and the Punk declare 'War On War' with new video, announcing spring tour dates

April 2, 2026

Post-Punk duo Frenchy and the Punk present their new video for the powerful and compelling single ‘War on War’, along with an announcement of spring 2026 tour dates. Playing up to 100 shows a year, the duo thrives on the road. Now they are set to bring that energy to dozens of cities across the Midwest and East Coast before heading overseas for select UK dates.

Torchbearers of a new era in post-punk, Frenchy and the Punk was formed in 2005 byvocalist, percussionist, keyboardist and lyricist Samantha Stephenson and guitarist-composer Scott Helland, co-founder of Deep Wound (with Dinosaur Jr. icons J Mascis and Lou Barlow) and Outpatients, and also known for his exceptional solo music project Guitarmy of One.

Frenchy and the Punk, listed in the ‘Top 25 US duos’ by Yahoo! Music, is a powerhouse duo with a distinct sound, blending post-punk with a touch of new wave by way of electro-acoustic hybrid guitars, loop pedals, fiery live acoustic and electronic percussion, synth and rich commanding vocals.

The powerful video for ‘War on War' was filmed and edited by Samantha Stephenson in New York State. The single itself was mixed and mastered by William Faith (The Bellwether Syndicate, Faith and the Muse) at William Faith Music Production, with vocal recording and production at Kale Shelter Studios by Hillary Johnson, known for her work with Jeff Buckley, The Misfits, Rufus Wainwright, The Ramones, Nile Rodgers, Vernon Reid and more.

Following 'Not Under Your Spell', released at the end of 2025, this is the band's second release through Distortion Productions, having signed to the label after label-head Jim Semonik saw their performance at Dark Force Fest, in New Jersey last summer.

"This song is not only about war but also the deterioration of truth and destruction of progress. It's the belief that the majority of people in this country and the world do not want to go backwards and do not want to see bloodshed," says Samantha Stephenson.

"It is the frustration that the few, fueled by greed and lust for power, who manipulate for their and their cronies' advantage, cause such grief and destruction for the many. It is a call to voice opposition to the chaos and insanity. It is a call for unity beyond borders."

A veteran of the US hardcore punk scene, Scott Helland has spent years honing a dynamic, high-impact performance style that now drives Frenchy and the Punk’s electrifying live presence and genre-blurring sound. Over the course of his music career, he has shared the stage with Black Flag, Husker Du, GBH, C.O.C, Agnostic Front and CroMags, in addition to performing with Dinosaur Jr. on occasion.

Samantha's artistic expression came from a completely different place, having started in dance, piano and the visual arts. These two worlds collided forming a musical incarnation that moves effortlessly from bombastic and driving songs to atmospheric and almost transcendent soundscapes.

Both before and after their critically acclaimd albums 'Midnight Garden' (2024) and 'Zen Ghost' (2022), they have toured the US and Europe relentlessly. Fiercely DIY, they have earned a wide and loyal following, endearing audiences not only with their music but their engaging live shows. To see them together onstage is to witness their palpable connection and dedication to the creative life they lead.

'War On War' is out everywhere digitally, including Apple Music, Spotify and Bandcamp. A full-length album is also in the works, planned for release in late 2026

CREDITS
Written by Samantha Stephenson & Scott Helland
Samantha Stephenson - vox, keys & percussion
Scott Helland - guitar, bass & percussion
Music mixed & mastered by William Faith at William Faith Music Production
Vocal recording & production by Hillary Johnson at Kale Shelter Studios
Video filmed & edited by Samantha Stephenson
Released by Distortion Productions
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

TOUR DATES

April 3 - ITHACA, NY @ Nocturnal Cafe
April 4 - ROCHESTER, NY @ Bar Bad Ending
April 6 - SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY @ Desperate Annies
April 9 - LOUISVILLE, KY @ Planet of the Tapes
April 10 - DAYTON, OH @ Blind Bob’s
April 11 - INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Goth Prom @ Healer
April 12 - CHICAGO, IL @ LiveWire
April 14 - ST LOUIS, MO @ The Crack Fox
April 15 - COLUMBUS, OH @ Spacebar
April 17 - PITTSBURGH, PA @ Sidequest (with Ego Likeness)
April 18 - EASTON, PA - Coven @ Lafayette Bar
April 19 - DETROIT, MI @ Small's (with Past Self)
April 22 - RICHMOND, VA @ Fallout RVA (with Ego Likeness)
April 23 - ARLINGTON, VA - Dark Constellation @ Renegade (with Ego Likeness)
April 25/26 - HOLLY SPRINGS, NC @ Festival of Legends
May 22 - World Goth Day Online Fest @ FnP YouTube Channel
June 3 - NEWCASTLE, UK @ Trillian’s
June 4 - EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND @ Banshee’s Labyrinth
June 6 - MORECAMBE, UK @ ASDO Festival
June 12 - SOWERBY BRIDGE, UK @ Blind Pig

Dungeon Synth Entity WRAITH KNIGHT Streams New Album, 'Of Arcane Magic & Forbidden Knowledge: The Necromantical Passage' in Full

April 2, 2026

Enigmatic dungeon synth entity WRAITH KNIGHT is now releasing a haunting new full length, 'Of Arcane Magic & Forbidden Knowledge: The Necromantical Passage,' today, April 2, via Out Of Season (USA) and Neuropa Records (Belgium)! WRAITH KNIGHT is now streaming the offering in its entirety below.

The album can be ordered now in CD format via BANDCAMP or via OUT OF SEASON in the U.S. or via NEUROPA for EU. Cassette and vinyl orders will be available in April.

Additionally, WRAITH KNIGHT will be touring North America in support of MORTIIS + UADA along with Jerome Reuter’s ROME on the upcoming 'Witches of Dystopia' tour! MORTIIS. MORTIIS shall be performing songs from his groundbreaking 2001 full-length, 'The Smell Of Rain,' along with other volumes of dystopian despair, while UADA will be performing their seminal 2016 debut album 'Devoid of Light' in its entirety + a special CERMONIAL CASTINGS 30-year anniversary set featuring WRAITH KNIGHT.

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THE WITCHES OF DYSTOPIA TOUR MMXXVI

(UADA + MORTIIS w/ Jerome Reuter’s ROME + WRAITH KNIGHT):

04/10/26: Portland, OR @ Dante's

04/11/26: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw

04/13/26: Calgary, AB @ Dickens

04/14/26: Edmonton, AB @ Starlite

04/16/26: Winnipeg, MB @ Sidestage

04/17/26: Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway at Studio B

04/18/26: Madison, WI @ Annex

04/19/26: Chicago, IL @ Reggies

04/20/26: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary

04/21/26: Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle

04/22/26: Covington, KY @ Madison Live

04/23/26: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground

04/24/26: Toronto, ON @ Lee's Palace

04/25/26: Montreal, QC @ Cafe Campus

04/26/26: Quebec City, QC @ La Source

04/27/26: Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall

04/28/26: Brooklyn, NY @ Meadows

04/29/26: Bensalem, PA @ Broken Goblet

04/30/26: Baltimore, MD @ Metro

05/01/26: Raleigh, NC @ Chapel Of Bones

05/02/26: Atlanta, GA @ 529 EAV

05/03/26: Orlando, FL @ Conduit

05/05/26: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live

05/06/26: Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live

05/07/26: Dallas, TX @ Club Dada

05/08/26: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad

05/09/26: Denver, CO @ HQ

05/10/26: Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge

05/11/26: Las Vegas, NV @ Swan Dive

05/12/26: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick

05/13/26: Los Angeles, CA @ The Echo

05/14/26: San Jose, CA @ The Ritz

05/15/26: Eugene, OR @ John Henry's

05/16/26: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

WRAITH KNIGHT is an epic dungeon synth/ambient fantasy musical project that is masterminded by OldNick/Nick Superchi (Ceremonial Castings, Mysticism Black, The Great Sorcerer, etc.).

Formed in 2022 with the debut release 'Deep in the Dungeons of the Dragonlord,' Wraith Knight is known for a heroic, epic high fantasy style that is reminiscent of Frazetta, Tolkien & Robert E. Howard stories.

Lineup:

Nick "OldNick" Superchi

For fans of: Summoning, Mortiis, & Tangerine Dream

Cover Artist: Kris Verwimp

Mixed & Mastered by Nick Superchi

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Holding Absence Announce Sumerian Records Signing "Whisper Of A Dream" Single And Music Video Out Now

April 2, 2026

South Wales trio Holding Absence today release "Whisper Of A Dream", their first new music since 2023’s ‘The Noble Art Of Self-Destruction’ and their first for new label Sumerian Records.

This track captures what it means to be human when hope feels out of reach. Holding Absence explore the tension between numbness and healing, tapping into a state so dark it feels almost inhuman. It is a search for something better, while watching it slip further away. Sitting between emotional hardcore and alternative, Holding Absence lean into deep vulnerability, pulling listeners into a world shaped by their lyrics and striking visual identity. The single also marks the introduction of a character that will unfold across the album campaign.

Speaking of "Whisper Of A Dream", frontman Lucas Woodland shares:

“'Whisper Of A Dream' is our first song back in what feels like forever. After releasing our third record, 'The Noble Art Of Self-Destruction', it felt essential to step away for a while - to take stock and rediscover who we are as a band. "Whisper" felt like the perfect song to return with. In many ways, it represents everything Holding Absence has always been, while introducing new elements to our sound and opening the door to what comes next.

Lyrically and conceptually, the song draws heavily from cyberpunk media. Contemplation, sentience and dreaming in an ever-evolving world. The music video also introduces our robot mascot “Y4-BB0”, a character you’ll be seeing more of in the coming years."

By signing off ‘The Noble Art of Self-Destruction’ with a stark “3/3”, Holding Absence made a promise - to set fire to everything they, and their fans, thought they knew about the band. After nearly a decade of carving out a home in their post hardcore terrain, 'TNAOSD'was a final, defiant love letter to themselves - a wild, muddy exorcism of all they had been, and all that fans had grown to love about them… But the end of that campaign posed some cold, hard questions: What do we lose? And what do we keep? What does it mean - and has it meant - to the thousands of fans across the world adorned with the moth tattoo? And how do we carry out this metamorphosis without losing that?

Holding Absence is emotion. It is vulnerability and honesty. It’s the raindrops that trickle down your face on a cold walk home... The wind that blows across your cheeks as the sky splits open at sunrise. If you can feel it - raw and human - it is Holding Absence. Stream "Whisper Of A Dream" here, and watch the official music video below.

North American fans will also have their chance to see the band beginning next month at Welcome To Rockville on Thursday, May 7and at Sonic Temple the following week on Thursday, May 14. Holding Absence will also be bringing the heat to Louder Than Life on Friday, September 18 and Aftershock on Thursday, October 1 this fall. Click the link here for ticket information, and stay tuned for more Holding Absence news coming soon.

Dream Beard Teams Up with Dropout Kings for Powerful New Single “HIGH LIFE” via Judge & Jury Records

April 2, 2026

Rising artist Dream Beard announces the release of his new single “HIGH LIFE,” through Judge & Jury Records, a deeply personal collaboration with the genre-bending group Dropout Kings. The track was produced by Cameron Mizell (Machine Gun Kelly, Sleeping with Sirens), who originally introduced Dream Beard to Judge & Jury Records, founded by Howard Benson (My Chemical Romance, POD, Daughtry) and Neil Sanderson of Three Days Grace. “Cam has become a key part of our production team, and we are excited about what we’re building together in 2026,” says Benson.

Following the tragic passing of Adam Ramey, Dropout King's lead vocalist, the loss sent shock waves through fans, collaborators, and the music community at large.

For Dream Beard, the loss hit especially close to home, not only as a fan and collaborator, but as someone who had shared a real moment with Ramey long before this track came to life. Years earlier, Dream Beard was invited by Memphis May Fire to attend ShipRocked. During a day off, he noticed people were smoking cigars and wanted to do the same, so he went on an adventure seeking one out. As he wandered past a row of private villas, he spotted a man sitting on a porch enjoying one. Dream Beard asked where he could find a cigar, and the man invited him into his bungalow to share his own. That man was Adam Ramey. A simple exchange turned into a memorable connection, one that now adds even deeper meaning to “HIGH LIFE.” This is also the first Dropout Kings track to drop since vocalist Adam Ramey’s untimely death last year.

In the wake of that tragedy, Dream Beard reached out to Black Cat Bill, reigniting a creative connection that would ultimately lead to “HIGH LIFE.” What began as an idea quickly evolved into something far more powerful.

STREAM "HIGH LIFE"

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Vocalist Dream Beard shares, “Last year, I hit rock bottom. When I started finding hope, I wrote this song as a cry to break the cycle I had found myself in. Once I had the concept of the song, Chango Cam and I got in the studio and it was the fastest song we’ve made. When we were done, we knew it needed more. At the same time, we both said, 'We need Dropout Kings on this.' It has that unique trap metal sound that’s so perfectly defined by them. I already had the foundation of the song, but once Black Cat Bill added his voice to it, everything changed. It became something bigger than both of us, it became something honest- that’s when we knew we had a hit!”

He adds, “We all have cycles in our lives we need to break. You can call them generational curses or bad habits, but whatever they are, they keep us from our highest path. This song is about recognizing that and choosing something better.”

That message is rooted in Dream Beard’s real-life journey. Raised in a home impacted by meth addiction, he was kicked out at just 13 years old and forced to survive on his own early in life. After getting sober, he spent years searching for meaning, first becoming a pastor, later exploring Buddhism, before stepping away from organized religion and building his own path. He went on to launch Dream Beard Company, a beard oil brand that grew into an international business with products sold in over 30 countries before closing in the wake of the COVID era. Since then, he has shifted into production work, now developing cutting-edge hologram projects through his latest creative venture.

“HIGH LIFE” represents a small piece of a larger story about conquering hardships and breaking generational curses. It is a heavy-hitting nu-metal banger that combines raw, introspective, passionate rap lyrics with Fever 333 swagger & a reminiscence of Linkin Park’s Hybrid Theory.

Founded by multi-platinum producer Howard Benson and Neil Sanderson (drummer and songwriter of Three Days Grace), Judge & Jury brings decades of success in the rock world, offering extensive promotional, production, and songwriting resources.

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Judge and Jury Records

Armored Saint Return with Their Brand New Album Emotion Factory Reset Citrine Vinyl

April 2, 2026

Emotion Factory Reset is the upcoming album from heavy metal band Armored Saint, scheduled for release on May 22, 2026, through Metal Blade Records. The album features 11 tracks, including "Close to the Bone" and "Every Man-Any Man," and is available as a limited edition, hand-numbered Citrine vinyl.

Armored Saint - Emotion Factory Reset (New-Citrine Vinyl, 2026) *Hand-Numbered Only 300!

Purchase:

https://boonesoverstock.com/products/armored-saint-emotion-factory-reset-new-citrine-vinyl-2026-hand-numbered-only-300

ABOUT THE ALBUM
Armored Saint return in 2026 with Emotion Factory Reset—their long-awaited ninth studio album and a powerful follow-up to 2020’s Punching the Sky, which stormed the charts and proved the band is still firing on all cylinders decades into their career.

True to form, Armored Saint refuse to repeat themselves. Emotion Factory Resetcaptures a band that continues to evolve while staying rooted in the heavy metal foundation they helped build in the early ’80s. The result is an album that feels both classic and forward-moving—driven by sharp songwriting, dynamic arrangements, and the unmistakable voice of John Bush leading the charge.

Tracks like “Close to the Bone,” “Every Man-Any Man,” and “Hit a Moonshot”showcase everything that makes Armored Saint essential: powerful riffs, groove-driven rhythms, and a willingness to push beyond traditional metal boundaries. There’s a confidence here—honed over decades—that allows the band to experiment without ever losing their identity.

Produced by bassist Joey Vera and brought to life by a top-tier production team, Emotion Factory Reset delivers a modern, punchy sound while preserving the grit and authenticity longtime fans expect. Lyrically, the album explores perspective, resilience, and clarity in a chaotic world—inviting listeners to reflect without preaching, and leaving space for their own interpretation.

This Boone’s Overstock exclusive edition is pressed on Citrine-colored vinyl and limited to just 300 hand-numbered copies, making it a must-have for collectors and diehard fans alike.

Armored Saint aren’t chasing the past—they’re building on it. And Emotion Factory Reset proves they’re still one of the most vital forces in American heavy metal.

Green Carnation Premiere A Dark Poem, Part II: Sanguis

April 2, 2026

Had Green Carnation never returned from hiatus, the Norwegian prog bards would always be remembered for completing one of metal’s most ambitious individual epics. However, there was one tale - or three, to be exact - that eluded them for more than three decades, until last year. Now, after reaching crushing new highs on Part I of their forthcoming album trilogy, the band are descending into the deepest, darkest and most personal depths of their storied career with A Dark Poem, Part II: Sanguis.

A Dark Poem, Part II: Sanguis comes out tomorrow, Friday, April 3 on Season of Mist, but you can hear all six heart-wrenching songs today by listening to the full album stream, which premieres on the Season of Mist YouTube channel at Noon Eastern Time.

During the premiere, the band will chat with fans about the latest installment in their forthcoming album trilogy, as well as what the future might bring on Part III.

A Dark Poem, Part II: Sanguis Full Album Stream Premiere Below.

“Sanguis invites listeners into our darkest inner rooms with some of the most raw and vulnerable songs that we’ve ever written”, Nordhus says.

“The lyrics are so personal that I had to go many rounds with myself over whether or not to tone them down”, says Sordal. “In the end, I chose to keep them as honest as possible”.

Pre-order

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“Part II deal with personal loss and sadness”, shares Nordhus, though as he’s quick to explain, Sanguis isn’t all gloom and doom. “Those feelings can be almost comforting, like stories you hear about the calm that people experience before they die”. Indeed, if A Dark Poem contains a silver lining, it’s in the creative partnership that’s helped Green Carnation endure for more than three decades. “It would be different if I had only known Stein Roger for two months”, Nordhus continues in explaining how he gives voice to the words of his dear friend. “It’s easy for me to understand and relate to all of his struggles, all of his pleasures and joys, because I’ve been a part of them as well”.

Part II introduces more peaks and valleys into the overarching narrative of A Dark Poem, but nowhere does the album’s bleeding-heart core shine through more achingly than its closing ballad. Graced by Ingrid Ose’s soothing flute, “Lunar Tale” positively sparkles, even as it casts a rather grim beacon into the future. “The end justifies the means, you’ll see”, Nordhus sings with eerily quiet confidence. As the piano seeps beneath the moonlight, Sanguisleaves fans hanging in suspense over where this trilogy will end.

Recording lineup
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass, Rhythm Guitars, Lead Guitars, Keyboards, Lead Vocals on "Loneliness Untold, Loneliness Unfold"
Bjørn Harstad - Lead Guitars, Effects
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards, Synthesizers, Organs, Effects, Backing Vocals on "Lunar Tale"
Jonathan Alejandro Perez - Drums

Guest musicians
Ingrid Ose - Flute on "Lunar Tale"

Live lineup
Kjetil Nordhus - Vocals
Stein Roger Sordal - Bass
Tchort - Guitars
Bjørn Harstad - Guitars
Trond Breen - Guitars
Endre Kirkesola - Keyboards

Recording, Mixing & Mastering Studio
dUb Studio

Production Credits
Producers - Endre Kirkesola, Stein Roger Sordal, Kjetil Nordhus
Sound Engineers - Endre Kirkesola, Bjørn Harstad
Mixing engineer — Endre Kirkesola

Mixing assistant — Bjørn Harstad

Mastering Engineer — Lawrence Mackrory

Cover artist
Niklas Sundin

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Available Formats
CD Digipack
12" Vinyl Gatefold (Black)
12" Vinyl Gatefold (Yellow and Red Marbled)
12" Vinyl Gatefold (Orange and Coke Bottle Green)
12" Vinyl Gatefold (Gold Splatters)
12" Vinyl Gatefold (Silver, White and Black Marbled)
12" Vinyl Gatefold (Transparent Green and Purple Marbled)

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The Callous Daoboys Release New Single - Gigantic Parasite Tongue

April 2, 2026

Alternative metal collective The Callous Daoboys return with a blazing new single, “Gigantic Parasite Tongue.” The track is the first new music from the band since the release of their 2025 acclaimed recent album, I Don’t Want to See You In Heaven.

The Daoboys’ Carson Pace shares, “This song is going to change the world.”

Dan Hodsdon adds, “Meshuggah playing Future Breed Machine live at Download 2005.”

The unsettling video for “Gigantic Parasite Tongue” was directed by Sam Hahn and is a haunting departure from their earlier visuals. The story follows a modern angel who is mercilessly kidnapped and dragged away. Bound and powerless, he becomes the victim of a brutal ritual, his wings torn from him in a desperate attempt to transfer divinity to another.

The Callous Daoboys will be touring throughout the year, beginning with a North American tour with Arm’s Length, kicking off in Ottawa on April 21st. The band then heads to Europe for summer headlining and festival dates, followed by support dates with Enter Shikari this fall. Full dates are below.

The Callous Doaboys North American tour (Supporting Arm’s Length)

April 21 Ottawa, ON - The Bronson
April 22 Montreal, QC - Le Studio TD
April 23* Syracuse, NY - The Song & Dance
April 25 Brooklyn, NY - Warsaw
April 26 Philadelphia, PA - Theater of Living Arts
April 28 Baltimore, MD - Baltimore Soundstage
April 29 Charlotte, NC - The Underground
May 1 Nashville, TN - Brooklyn Bowl
May 2 Atlanta, GA - Buckhead Theater
May 3 Lake Buena Vista, FL - House of Blues Orlando
May 5 Dallas, TX - The Echo Lounge & Music Hall
May 6 Austin, TX - Emo’s
May 8 Phoenix, AZ - Crescent Ballroom
May 9 San Diego, CA - House of Blues
May 10 Anaheim, CA - House of Blues
May 11 Sacramento, CA - Ace of Spades
May 13 Seattle, WA - Neptune
May 14 Boise, ID - The Shredder
May 15 Salt Lake City, UT - The Depot
May 17 Denver, CO - Summit Music Hall
May 18 Omaha, NE - Reverb
May 19 St. Louis, MO - Delmar Hall
May 21 Chicago, IL - House of Blues
May 22 Detroit, MI - St. Andrews Hall
May 23 Cleveland, OH - House of Blues
May 24 Toronto, ONT - Danforth Music Hall

*with Brotality, CowCalls & Rhythm Of Decent

About The Callous Daoboys

A feral, genre-detonating collective from Atlanta, The Callous Daoboys don’t just flirt with chaos; they weaponize it. Their sound is a whiplash-inducing riot, spasming between metalcore violence, nü-metal sleaze, noise rock exorcisms, and swaggering rock ’n roll like a car with no brakes and everything on fire.

They’ve left a trail of stunned crowds alongside acts like TesseracT, Protest the Hero, and SeeYouSpaceCowboy, while tearing through international festival stages like a controlled collapse. Celebrity Therapist (2022) cracked the door open; I Don’t Want to See You in Heaven (2025), produced by Dom Maduri, kicks it off the hinges and sets the frame ablaze.

Plenty of bands claim they balance chaos and melody. The Callous Daoboys don’t balance anything; they overload it. Noise rock isn’t revived here; it’s resurrected, reanimated, and sent rampaging through the streets. Across their discography, they’ve proven one thing with absolute clarity: subtlety is dead, and they killed it on purpose.

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THE ETERNAL Unveil New Lyric Video For “Everlasting MMXXVI”!

April 2, 2026

Following the release of their much-acclaimed EP Celestial earlier this year via Reigning Phoenix Music, Australian-Finnish dark metal act THE ETERNAL return with new visuals. Today, the band presents an official lyric video for the haunting EP closing track “Everlasting MMXXVI”.

Blending strong melodies with dynamic intensity, “Everlasting MMXXVI” stands out as both powerful and immediately memorable, balancing a haunting atmosphere with a distinctly catchy edge. Speaking about the song’s lyrical themes, frontman Mark Kelson explains:

“The lyrics of 'Everlasting MMXXVI' reflect on impermanence, change, and the inevitable passing of time. Using imagery of fading ships, drifting shadows, and memories lost in the haze, the song captures the melancholy of relationships and identities that shift beyond recognition. The repeated questioning—who has changed, who remains, who has risen or fallen—emphasises the uncertainty and fragility of human connection. At its core, the refrain “nothing’s everlasting” serves as both a lament and a truth, underscoring the transience of life and the bittersweet realisation that even cherished bonds and moments cannot remain unchanged.”

THE ETERNAL once again highlight the emotional depth and introspective themes at the heart of their music, offering fans a compelling new visual dimension to one of the release’s most evocative tracks.

Watch the clip Below:

Following the success of their 2024 album Skinwalker, the band's new EP Celestial sees THE ETERNAL continue their signature fusion of melancholic atmospheres, doom-laden heaviness, and progressive depth. The progressive gothic metal collective once again delivers an emotive and cinematic journey through sound and spirit, unafraid to embrace both beauty and bleakness while charting new creative horizons.

With Mark Kelson (vocals/guitars) and Richie Poate (guitars) in Melbourne, joined by Niclas Etelävuori (bass, ex-AMORPHIS/FLAT EARTH) and Jan Rechberger (drums, AMORPHIS) in Helsinki, THE ETERNAL have solidified themselves as a truly international collaboration. Their music resonates with fans of acts such as KATATONIA, SWALLOW THE SUN, and ANATHEMA - dark yet luminous, heavy yet emotionally transcendent!

Celestial is available digitally and as a limited, eco-friendly recycled vinyl LP edition (exclusively available through the band’s official store and the RPM shop). Order your favorite choice of format at this location: https://theeternal.rpm.link/celestialPR

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

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Plume Dros Brand New Single "Furious Icon"

April 2, 2026

There's a certain kind of momentum you don't fake, and right now, PLUME are moving like a band that's already outgrown the room.

With their new single "Furious Icon," the rising emo force sharpen their edges and lean further into the tension that's been building across their previous releases. Where earlier tracks hinted at their range, this one locks in — urgent, restless, and wired with the kind of energy that feels one step away from spiraling out.

Watch the video below:

PLUME's recent singles didn't just introduce them; they established a pattern. Each drop pushed a little further, sonically and visually, pulling more people into their orbit, without ever feeling calculated. That same instinct carries through "Furious Icon" — controlled chaos with intent behind it.

There's no attempt here to smooth things out or play it safe. The track thrives on contrast: jagged and melodic, immediate but layered enough to keep revealing new details on repeat listens. It's the sound of a band figuring out exactly how far they can push their identity — and then going past it anyway.

If the earlier singles were the signal, "Furious Icon" is the confirmation. Plume aren't arriving quietly — and they're definitely not slowing down.

Swedish AOR/Melodic Rockers ROULETTE Share New Music Video for "Answer To My Prayers"

April 2, 2026

Formed in Sundsvall in 1985, the legendary melodic rock band ROULETTE quickly became a household name with appearances on major Swedish TV shows and shared stages with giants like Status Quo. Early recordings led to the single “Only The Strong” on Cupol Records, but it wasn’t until 2008 that their debut album, 'Better Late Than Never,' finally saw the light of day.

A new era began in 2015 with the single “Secret Room,” produced by Chris Rehn, which reignited the band’s momentum and paved the way for the acclaimed 2019 album 'Now!.' Last year, ROULETTE celebrated their 40th anniversary with the release of their highly praised album 'GO!'—a record that entered charts worldwide and secured the #13 spot on Rocknytt’s “Top 50 Albums of the Year 2025.”

Today, to mark the continued success of 'GO!,' ROULETTE proudly release a brand new video and digital single for the album’s opening track, “Answer To My Prayers.”

With their signature blend of strong melodies, powerful riffs, and one of Sweden’s finest vocal performances, the band continues to build on influences like Thin Lizzy, Def Leppard, Bryan Adams, and Van Halen, proving that ROULETTE’s story is far from over.

Watch the Music Video for "Answer To My Prayers" Below:

From the Recent Album 'GO!'

Out Now via Black Lodge / Sound Pollution

Order HERE

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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ONLY HUMAN Release New Performance Video for “Steep Descent”

April 1, 2026

ONLY HUMAN are fresh to the prog space, but the Danish upstarts have already made a major discovery with their inventive debut album. While fueled by existential dread, Planned Obsolescence is built to last well into the future with its cutting-edge fusion of prog metal, hard rock and electronic soundscapes.

Now, as they prepare to bring Planned Obsolescence to life at Sweden Rock Festival and other European stages, today, ONLY HUMAN are releasing a new performance video for the album’s most hopeful song. Sparked by the band’s creative synergy, “Steep Descent” stakes their claim as a vital new force that’s shaping prog metal’s future.

“‘Steep Descent’ is an invitation to stare the universe in the eyes and demand meaning and purpose even when faced with assured destruction”, ONLY HUMAN vocalist Patrick Grønbæch Christensen says. “From the perspective of the cosmos, we are small but not so insignificant, so long as we choose not to be. We may have been granted the flame of existence, but it’s up to us to keep it alive”.

Watch the performance video for “Steep Descent” on the ONLY HUMAN Below.

Planned Obsolescence is out now on Season of Mist.

Order & Stream

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On their debut album, ONLY HUMAN’s vision for the future mirrors our approaching dystopia. Much like the improvements promised by emerging technologies, “Steep Descent” dazzles with complex drum patterns and sleek bass grooves before the chorus crashes under heavy down-tuned riffs. But while wrestling with technocracy’s increasingly hostile takeover, Planned Obsolescence isn’t void of hope. Unlike the attempts of artificial intelligence, the band’s multi-system command is the product of much care and hard work. They had to tinker with several different versions before “Steep Descent” finally reached its climactic bridge.

“Cast your flame beyond this bleak reality”, Christensen beckons as dizzying synth melodies and a stellar guitar solo propel them into the next stratosphere.

Catch ONLY HUMAN live and in the flesh during their upcoming record release show, as well as at Sweden Rock Festival and Naestved Metalfest.

ONLY HUMAN Live in 2026

May 2 - Copenhagen, DK @ Rust (Record Release Show)

June 3-6 - Sölvesborg, SE @ Sweden Rock Festival

August 27-29 - Næstved, DK @ Næstved Metalfest

September 5 - Grindsted, DK @ Metalbox Festival

November 7 - Hjortshoj, DK @ Viruphuset (with Cold Night for Alligators)

The performance video for “Steep Descent” was edited by Guillaume Blanjean and mixed and mastered by Patrick Grønbæch Christensen.

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

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

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

Recording, Mixing and Mastering Studio
Only Human Studio

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

Cover Art
Guillaume Blanjean

Pre-order & Pre-save

https://orcd.co/onlyhumanplannedobsolescence

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Bandcamp: https://onlyhumandk.bandcamp.com/
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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@onlyhumandk

Saint Agnes Unleash "The Ghost" Video

April 1, 2026

London's Saint Agnes drag you onto the dancefloor with new single "The Ghost," a blood-rush of punk-industrial beats and midnight euphoria. It's the fourth glimpse into their forthcoming album, Your God Fearing Days Are About To Begin, and their most immediate collision of vulnerability and physicality yet.

Watch the video Below.

Frontperson Kitty A. Austen explains, "I wrote this song about often feeling like I disappear, I become invisible in certain settings, certain situations. Words fail me and I merge into the background. I envisioned dancing surrounded by people but feeling completely on my own. It's the soundtrack to a hot, sweaty night in a vampire nightclub, the blood rave just before dawn. Euphoria washes over the bodies as the dark driving beats pulsate through the club. We've turned my sadness into a banger and now I can dance to it."

It's a track that turns isolation into movement, a solitary experience reframed as something communal and physical.

Your God Fearing Days Are About To Begin is due for release on May 29 via Spinefarm.

Pre-order the record HERE.

Kitty's voice, vision and volatility shape every inch of the band's evolving world. At its core is her creative partnership with Jon James Tufnell, a relationship defined by tension, trust, and a shared commitment to building something immersive and all-consuming.

Drawing from the intensity of Nine Inch Nails, the genre-bending chaos of Poppy and the euphoric, cinematic storytelling of Lorde, Saint Agnes make music for bodies in motion, where confessional lyrics, raw guitar and pulsing beats collide in something both confrontational and rapturous.

Self-confessed "control freaks," the band obsessively curate every aspect of their work. This time, they pushed further, bringing in mixer Jim Pinder (Sleep Token, Bring Me The Horizon) to sharpen the impact of their production without compromising their vision. The result is their most direct and fully realized record to date.

Having recently played shows with Last Train (in France), Ghostkid (in Germany), Vukovi (in the UK) and a well-received performance at SXSW (in the US) Saint Agnes are now out on the UK road again, with INME.

ABOUT SAINT AGNES:
Saint Agnes have built a loyal following through two EPs, two critically acclaimed albums, and over 12 million Spotify streams. Backed by BBC Radio 1 support and explosive sets at Download, 2000trees and Hellfest, they've proven their power live, including sold-out headline shows across the UK and Europe.

SAINT AGNES ARE:
Kitty A. Austen — Vocals, Guitar
Jon James Tufnell — Vocals, Guitar, Synths, Programming
Andrew Head — Drums

SEPULTURA RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'BEYOND THE DREAM'

April 1, 2026

As the curtain falls on an extraordinary career spanning more than four decades, SEPULTURA are preparing to close their final chapter at the end of this year. With over 40 years of band history, 14 gold records, and performances across more than 80 countries, SEPULTURA stand as Brazil’s uncompromising emissary to the global stage and one of today’s most influential metal bands.

Currently bringing their pioneering sound to audiences worldwide on the 'Celebrating Life Through Death' farewell tour, the question has arisen: how should SEPULTURA mark the end of such a monumental journey? The answer came naturally: By capturing a final creative moment and preserving it for posterity.

Last month, SEPULTURA announced their final release, The Cloud of Unknowing EP, due to be released on April 24th.

The band are proud to reveal the EP's second single, the deeply resonant 'Beyond the Dream'.

SEPULTURA commented,

“Beyond the Dream” emerges as one of the most emblematic moments of Sepultura’s final chapter, serving as a poetic reflection of a journey shaped by decades of albums, tours, and life on the road.

This previously unreleased composition fulfills a long-standing desire of the band to explore the ballad format, blending Sepultura’s identity with the melodic sensitivity of renowned collaborators. To bring this project to life, Sepultura enlisted the essential collaboration of Sérgio Britto and Tony Bellotto of Titãs—musicians who share a long history with the band and are widely recognized as specialists in the genre, as well as composers of classics such as “Polícia.”

The result of a direct partnership between members of Sepultura and Titãs, the song celebrates the connection between artists who share the stage and a deep passion for creation. The outcome is a piece that brings great satisfaction to everyone involved, establishing itself as both an emotional and historical milestone featured on the band’s final EP, released in this very year that marks Sepultura’s official farewell.”

Listen to 'Beyond the Dream' below:

Pre-order The Cloud of Unknowing EP:
https://sepultura.bfan.link/cloud-unknowing

The Cloud of Unknowing EP is one of SEPULTURA’s most diverse and emotionally resonant releases. Across four tracks, the EP serves as a bittersweet farewell, showcasing the full spectrum of the band’s creativity, reflecting both the ferocity and depth that have defined SEPULTURA’s legacy.

The Cloud of Unknowing EP will be available in the following formats:

Oxblood
Transparent Petrol (NB exclusive)
Crystal clear (band exclusive)
Transparent red (band exclusive)

All LP variants come with a CD of the EP in a card wallet.

Don't miss the opportunity to see SEPULTURA on their final ever tour! The dates are as follows:

SEPULTURA - CELEBRATING LIFE THROUGH DEATH

29. Apr - USA - Montclair, NJ @ The Wellmont Theater
01. May - CAN - Montreal, QC @ MTELUS
02. May - CAN - London, ON @ London Music Hall
04. May - USA - Detroit, MI @ Royal Oak Music Theatre
05. May - USA - Louisville, KY @Old Forester's Paristown Hall
06. May - USA - Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl
07. May - USA - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
08. May - USA - New Orleans, LA @ The Civic Theatre
10. May - USA - Welcome To Rockville, FL
11. May - USA - Charleston, SC @ Music Farm
12. May - USA - Greensboro, NC @ Piedmont Hall
13. May - USA - Reading, PA @ Reverb
15. May - Chicago, IL @ Ramova Theatre
16. May - USA - Sonic Temple Festival, OH
17. May - USA - Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave
19. May - USA - Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom
21. May - USA - Denver, CO @ The Ogden Theatre
22. May - USA - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot
23. May - USA - Boise, ID @ Shrine Social Club
25. May - USA - Las Vegas, NV @ House Of Blues
26. May - USA - San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park
28. May - USA - Berkeley, CA @ The US Theatre
29. May - USA - Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern

06. Jun - NL - South Of Heaven
07. Jun - CZ - Metalfest
08. Jun - CR - Zagreb @ Tvornica Kulture
09. Jun - IT - Milan @ Circolo Magnolia
10. Jun - IT - Rome @ Eur social park
12. Jun - CH - Greenfield Festival
13. Jun - AT - Novarock
14. Jun - DE - Würzburg @ Pothalle
17. Jun - DE - Saarbruecken @ Garage
19. Jun - FR - Hellfest
20. Jun - BE - Graspop
21. Jun - PT - Rock in Rio Lisboa
23. Jun - DE - Oberhausen @ Turbinenhalle
24. Jun - DE - Potsdam @ Waschhaus Potsdam
25. Jun - DK - Copenhell
26. Jun - SE - Huskvarna @ Folkets Park
27. Jun - NO - Tons of Rock
30. Jun - GR - Release festival
31. Jul - DE - Wacken Open Air
01. Aug - FI - Helsinki @ Tavastia *SOLD OUT
02. Aug - EE - Tallinn Rock Festival
05. Aug - ES - Leyendas Del Rock
07. Aug - UK - Bloodstock Festival
09. Aug - IE - Dublin @ 3Arena

12 Stones Release New Single "World So Cold" feat. Lyric Noel via Judge & Jury Records

April 1, 2026

Hard rock band 12 Stones have officially released their latest single “World So Cold,”featuring Lyric Noel, via Judge & Jury Records in partnership with SV Records. The track, produced by Howard Benson (Daughtry, My Chemical Romance, Skillet, Flyleaf), marks the band’s second release with the label.

Accompanying the release is an official music video, directed by Michael Levine of Levine Pictures, that vividly brings the song’s message to life. The visual narrative explores two contrasting sides of the main character. One side is consumed by anger and the other is weighed down by sadness and emotion.

Featuring Lyric Noel, “World So Cold” is a reignited version of the popular 12 Stones classic. Feeling that we had all lost our sense of humanity, Paul McCoy originally wrote the song in 2006 about the inconceivable tragedies of this world and, as he reflects now, the need for a song like this never truly went away. Almost 20 years later, this song is more relevant than ever.

The song is filled with candid lyrics, such as “What kind of world do we live in? // where love is divided by hate?” Heart-wrenching verses build up to explosive choruses, leaving behind a message that is certain to be remembered.

“'World So Cold' is a song I wrote about my view of the world. I wrote this song almost 20 years ago about how messed up the world seemed to me. I can honestly say that I don’t feel like it’s gotten any better over the last 20 years. I remember sitting in the lounge of the music studio messing around with an acoustic guitar while the TV was on in the background. I saw a news story about another person on a shooting rampage, and in that moment, I just started singing the melody that became 'World So Cold'. I realized that all humans can become a byproduct of their environments. The song is about believing in hope in hopeless times,” says McCoy.

Lyric Noel adds, “I was incredibly honored that out of all the singers out there, they chose me to be part of the re-release of ‘World So Cold.’ It’s such a powerful song that already carries so much emotion and history, so getting the chance to lend my voice to it meant a lot to me. Filming the music video was an amazing experience, and the visuals really bring the story and atmosphere of the song to life in a beautiful way. Being part of this new chapter of ‘World So Cold’ alongside 12 Stones is something I’m truly grateful for.”

In addition, the band has announced tour dates this spring! Dates are listed below.

STREAM "World So Cold"

https://ffm.to/worldsocold

Paul McCoy is best known for his featured vocals on "Bring Me to Life" by Evanescence. He won a Grammy for his performance, and the song has been streamed over one billion times.

12 Stones formed in 2000 in the small town of Mandeville, LA. The original lineup consisted of Paul McCoy (vocals), Eric Weaver (guitar), Aaron Gainer (drums), and Kevin Dorr (bass). The band has released 5 full-length albums and 2 EPs and is currently set to release new music in 2026. 12 Stones takes pride in their live shows, bringing every ounce of their energy to their performances. They have spent the last 2 decades touring with legendary bands such as Creed, 3 Doors Down, Sevendust, and many more. After 25 years of being a band, 12 Stones still has the same fire for music as they did in the beginning. Make sure to catch them on the road and stay tuned for brand-new music.

Upcoming Tour Dates:

4/17-21 CREED CRUISE

W/ POWERMAN 5000 & MAKES MY BLOOD DANCE

4/30: Dallas, TX @ Trees

5/1: Houston, TX @ Scout Bar

5/3: Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live

5/5: St. Louis, MO @ The Sovereign

5/7: Foxborough, MA @ Six String Grill & Stage

5/8: Millersville, PA @ Phantom Power

5/9: Frenchtown, NJ @ Arties Bar & Grill

5/10: Newark, DE @ Halftime Sports & Music

5/12: Lakewood, OH @ Mercury Music Lounge

5/13: Flint, MI @ The Machine Shop

5/16: Belvidere, IL @ Apollo Activity Center

5/20: Cadillac, MI @ The Venue Event Center

5/21: Joliet, IL @ The Forge

5/23: Dubuque, IA @ Q Sports Bar

6/6 Hanover, PA @ Rock on the Hill

9/6: Dyersville, IA @ Velocity Festival

Full Tour Dates: https://www.12stones.com/tour-dates

Heilung Release New Podcast Episode for “Traust”

April 1, 2026

On their new podcast, Heilung are inviting longtime converts and newcomers into their sacred realm, where history and spirit converge into a healing ritual. Hosted by founding member, singer and shamanic practitioner Kai Uwe Faust, The Podcast journeys into the lore, traditions and primal forces that shape the world-renowned Nordic collective and their unmistakable Amplified History.

Having uncovered the mythological roots and historical references behind “Alfadhirhaiti” and “Marduk” during the two previous episodes of The Podcast, today, Heilung are releasing a new episode that is dedicated to “Traust”. Now a staple in the collective’s celebrated live ritual, this song first appeared on their second album, Futha, which debuted in 2019 at #3 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and #4 on the Billboard World Music chart.

“This episode of the podcast offers an intense look at how belief, ritual and sound converge as Amplified History on ‘Traust’”, Faust says. “Through Merseburg charms and early ritual practice, I lead us into a realm of unbinding magic, where we reflect on sacrifice, transformation and the moments when human fear meets sacred necessity”.

The release of this episode coincides with the arrival of the Pink Moon, which brings spring and a time for rebirth.

Watch episode three of The Podcast Below:

Heilung are known around the world for transcending the boundaries of sound and history. Since forming in 2015, the Nordic collective have made their unmistakable presence felt everywhere from the Billboard charts to Glastonbury, The Game Awards and major Hollywood films. Their performance rituals draw crowds into an intimate, mystical space that threads together earth, fire and incense with throat singing, primordial rhythms, subtle electronic textures, a mesmerizing light show and instruments made from human bone.

Heilung’s full discography, including their latest release Lifa Iotungard, is available now on Season of Mist.

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In 2025, Heilung embarked on headlining tours of Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Along the way, they cast their spell over more of the world’s biggest stages, including Roskilde Festival, Download Festival and Glastonbury. But no matter where the future takes them, Heilung always begin their performance with a humbling reminder of where we all come from.

“Remember, we are all brothers. All people, beasts, tree and stone and wind, we all descend from the one great being that was always there, before people lived and named it, before the first seed sprouted.”

Line-up:
Kai Uwe Faust
Christopher Juul
Maria Franz

Order & Stream

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Available Formats:
Digital Download
2x12" Vinyl Gatefold - Black
2x12" Coloured Vinyl Gatefold - Gold & Orange Mixed
2x12" Coloured Vinyl Gatefold - Crystal Clear & Black Marbled

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Heilung
Bandcamp: https://heilung.bandcamp.com/music
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BRIAN WHEAT and TOMMY SKEOCH Join Forces with JOSEY SCOTT, CHRIS HOLMES to Form New Band T3RMINAL

April 1, 2026

A brand new modern hard rock band has officially arrived. Brian Wheat (Tesla) and Tommy Skeoch(formerly of Tesla, Bad Marriage) have joined forces with Josey Scott (Original Voice of Saliva) and Chris Holmes (formerly of W.A.S.P.) to form a new band called T3rminal.

The group is currently in the studio working on their debut full-length album, expected to be released later this year. Bringing even more firepower to the project, Sal Giancarelli (Staind) is performing drums on the upcoming studio recording.

With decades of rock legacy between them, T3rminal is shaping up to deliver pure modern hard rock attitude—loud, heavy, in some cases bluesy and built to shake stages.

Tour dates will be announced following the album’s release.

More news, music, and official updates from T3rminal will be revealed soon.

WATCH the video clip of the band in the studio, Below!

T3RMINAL are:

Josey Scott (Original Voice of Saliva) – Vocals

Brian Wheat (Tesla) – Bass

Tommy Skeoch (formerly of Tesla, Bad Marriage) – Guitar

Chris Holmes (formerly of W.A.S.P.) – Guitar

Sal Giancarelli (Staind) – Drums (Studio)

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UADA Announces 'Devoid of Light (10th Anniversary Edition), Reveals Delays for 'Interwoven'

April 1, 2026

Enigmatic black metal masters UADA is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of their debut album, 'Devoid of Light,' with a special reissue! Originally released in 2016, 'Devoid of Light' remains a remarkably focused debut - just five tracks, a little over thirty minutes - and yet a fully formed statement. The 'Devoid of Light (10th Anniversary Edition)' returns in an expanded form. Remastered by Arthur Rizk, who previously handled mixing and mastering for UADA's sophomore album 'Cult of a Dying Sun' and mastering for the acoustic album 'Interwoven,' the material gains depth without losing the character of the original recordings. This edition also includes previously unseen photography by Peter Beste, alongside rare archival material, expanded liner notes, and an exclusive bonus track. It will be released on July 17, 2026 via Eisenwald in CD format and 3 vinyl color variations; it is now available for pre-orders HERE.

Moreover, UADA's upcoming acoustic album has been delayed. The original April 10 release date will still be honored digitally, but physical copies will not be shipped until late May due to delays at the manufacturing plant. The album represents an acoustic journey tracing one song from each chapter of UADA's discography as well as various covers from the bands who've inspired them. 'Interwoven' will also be released via Eisenwald and is now available for pre-orders HERE.

ICYMI: UADA recently unveiled a haunting version of ROME's "Der Brandtaucher." The release comes just before UADA embarks on their next North American journey alongside MORTIIS, in which Jerome Reuter’s ROME will be among the support. The song can be heard now below.

UADA comments, "Originally composed by Jerome Reuter and Patrick Damiani, this rendition was the final track chosen for Interwoven. Having followed Rome since 2008’s Masse Mensch Material, “Der Brandtaucher” held deep personal resonance, especially during the most difficult chapter of my life. Its inclusion was not simply artistic - it was necessary."

In addition, UADA has joined forces with industrial metal artist MORTIIS for a very special co-headliner, featuring exclusive anniversary sets and supporting performances by Jerome Reuter’s ROME and WRAITH KNIGHT. UADA will be performing their seminal 2016 debut album 'Devoid of Light' in its entirety + a special CERMONIAL CASTINGS 30-year anniversary set featuring Wraith Knight. In addition, MORTIIS shall be performing songs from his groundbreaking 2001 full-length, 'The Smell Of Rain,' along with other volumes of dystopian despair. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets are now available HERE.

Moreover, after much demand from fans, UADA will be returning to Milwaukee Metal Fest for the second time since leaving their mark during the 2024 edition. The festival will take place at The Rave/Eagle's Club from June 4 - 7, with UADA performing on the 7th. More info and tickets can be found HERE.

Photo by Peter Beste

GET TICKETS HERE

THE WITCHES OF DYSTOPIA TOUR MMXXVI

(UADA + MORTIIS w/ Jerome Reuter’s ROME + WRAITH KNIGHT):

04/10/26: Portland, OR @ Dante's

04/11/26: Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw

04/13/26: Calgary, AB @ Dickens

04/14/26: Edmonton, AB @ Starlite

04/16/26: Winnipeg, MB @ Sidestage

04/17/26: Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway at Studio B

04/18/26: Madison, WI @ Annex

04/19/26: Chicago, IL @ Reggies

04/20/26: Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary

04/21/26: Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle

04/22/26: Covington, KY @ Madison Live

04/23/26: Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground

04/24/26: Toronto, ON @ Lee's Palace

04/25/26: Montreal, QC @ Cafe Campus

04/26/26: Quebec City, QC @ La Source

04/27/26: Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall

04/28/26: Brooklyn, NY @ Meadows

04/29/26: Bensalem, PA @ Broken Goblet

04/30/26: Baltimore, MD @ Metro

05/01/26: Raleigh, NC @ Chapel Of Bones

05/02/26: Atlanta, GA @ 529 EAV

05/03/26: Orlando, FL @ Conduit

05/05/26: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live

05/06/26: Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live

05/07/26: Dallas, TX @ Club Dada

05/08/26: Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad

05/09/26: Denver, CO @ HQ

05/10/26: Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge

05/11/26: Las Vegas, NV @ Swan Dive

05/12/26: San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick

05/13/26: Los Angeles, CA @ The Echo

05/14/26: San Jose, CA @ The Ritz

05/15/26: Eugene, OR @ John Henry's

05/16/26: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

Additional UADA Tour Dates:

06/07: Milwaukee, WI @ Milwaukee Metal Fest

Recording lineup:

Jake Superchi - All Vocals, Guitars, and Percussion

Nate Verschoor - Bass

Special Guest:

C.E. Brown - Cello

Cover Art: Peter Beste

Album Credits:

Engineered and mixed at Obsidian Spells between Summer 2023 and Spring 2024 by Jake Superchi

Mastered by Arthur Rizk

Stream // Download: https://uada.lnk.to/interwoven

Formats:

Digital

Deluxe CD Artbook

Deluxe 180g Slipcase LP Shadow Black Vinyl

Deluxe 180g Slipcase LP Raven Smoke Vinyl

Deluxe 180g Slipcase LP Wolf's Blood Vinyl

Deluxe 180g Slipcase LP Elder Earth Vinyl

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ROTTING CHRIST Reissue Sleep of the Angels

April 1, 2026

Season of Mist is reissuing Sleep of the Angels, the fifth full-length album by Greek legends Rotting Christ. Originally released in January 1999 on Century Media, the album will now be available on vinyl through the band’s current label home.

Sleep of the Angels represents the furthest point from Rotting Christ's black metal origins. It is a record defined by melodic weight, brooding atmosphere, and a gloomy romanticism that remains striking in its internal coherence. At its center is the interplay between the heavy guitar work of Sakis Tolis and a constant, gauzy keyboard presence that lends the whole record an almost ecclesiastical quality. The result is the most gothic album in the band's ever-evolving discography.

Season of Mist will reissue Sleep of the Angels on June 19, 2026

Pre-order

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

Available formats

Black 12" vinyl in gatefold
Gold 12" vinyl with black splatters in gatefold

Formed in Athens in 1987, Rotting Christ are one of extreme metal's most enduring and restlessly shape-shifting forces. By the time Sleep of the Angels was recorded in September 1998, Rotting Christ had spent three consecutive albums methodically expanding from the rawness of their early catalogue toward atmosphere, melody and a dark romanticism. The album closed a trilogy begun with Triarchy of the Lost Lovers(1996) and continued through A Dead Poem (1997), before the band pivoted again toward heavier, more industrial-inflected territory on Khronos (2000).

Guest contributors to Sleep of the Angels include Waldemar Sorychta on lead guitar on "Victoriatus" and "You My Flesh," and vocalist Eddy Kante on the partially German language "Der Perfekte Traum."

Catch Rotting Christ this month on the band’s tour of North America with Behemoth, Deicide and Immolation.

The Godless IV 2026 North American Tour

with Behemoth, Deicide, Rotting Christ + Immolation

Get tickets at https://www.rotting-christ.com/

April 9 - Baton Rouge, LA @ Chelsea’s Live*

April 10 - Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall*

April 11 - San Antonio, TX @ Vibes Event Center*

April 13 - Las Vegas, NV @ Fremont Country Club*

April 14 – San Diego, CA @ The Observatory Northpark

April 15 – San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom

April 17 – Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory

April 18 – Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater

April 19 – Seattle, WA @ Showbox SODO

April 21 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Union

April 22 – Denver, CO @ The Fillmore

April 23 - Kansas City, MO @ Warehouse on Broadway**

April 24 – Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave

April 25 – Chicago, IL @ The Vic

April 26 – St. Louis, MO @ The Pageant

April 27 - Louisville, KY @ Goodwood Whiskey Row*

April 28 – Norfolk, VA @ The NorVa

April 30 – Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore***

May 1 – Worcester, MA @ The Palladium****

May 2 – New York City, NY @ Palladium Times Square

May 3 - Albany, NY @ Empire Live*

May 4 – Buffalo, NY @ Riverworks

May 5 – Pittsburgh, PA @ The Roxian

May 7 – Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome to Rockville**

May 9 – Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore

May 11 – Toronto, ON @ History

May 12 – Montreal, QC @ Olympia

May 14 – Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple Afterparty*

May 15 – Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl

May 16 – Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade

May 18 – Dallas, TX @ The Factory

May 20 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren

May 21 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Palladium

*Deicide, Rotting Christ + Immolation only

**Rotting Christ w/Immolation

***No Rotting Christ

****No Deicide

Rotting Christ Special 1989-1995 set at 2026Maryland Deathfest

Friday, May 22 - Market Place/Power Plant Live [Tickets]

Rotting Christ’s latest studio album, Pro Xristou, live album 35 Years of Evil Existence: Live in Lycabettus and newly re-recorded version of Aealo are available now on Season of Mist.

Order

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

Follow Rotting Christ:
Website: https://www.rotting-christ.com/
Bandcamp: https://rottingchrist.bandcamp.com/music
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rottingchristofficial/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rottingchristofficial/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FhkwcO8Jd7BRWdllBpXBJ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/rotting-christ/28441629

Iconic US indie rockers THE DAMBUILDERS return with "Shrine 2026" single & live dates

April 1, 2026

American college radio faves The Dambuilders are back with their new single “Shrine 2026”, marking the band’s first new release in decades. Released via Magic Door Record Label in traditional A / B format, "Shrine 2026" comes with the companion track “I Hope We’re Not Too Late”, recorded and produced by Ray Ketchem at Magic Door Recording in Montclair, NJ and mastered by award-winning engineer Greg Calbi (Lennon, Bowie, Springsteen, Talking Heads, Patti Smith, Tom Petty).

2025 saw the band's reformation with reunion shows at Dromfest and NYC Berlin, where they performed their 1989 debut album in its entirety. In April, they will once again be performing in New York City and Providence, Rhode Island. Involving a host of special guests, these are the band's first performances in either city in 30 years, offering a rare opportunity to experience the band’s dynamic live presence.

“Shrine 2026” revisits one of the band's most beloved songs, from their 1994 album "Encendedor", reaffirming the group’s signature blend of emotional immediacy and sonic invention.

While The Dambuilders are most associated with the 1990s Boston rock scene, the band originated in Honolului, formed by Dave Derby, Tryan George and Eric Masunaga—veterans of Honolulu acts like the Exactones—and joined byelectric violinist Debbie Fox. After relocating to Boston in 1990, the group solidified into its definitive "classic" lineup by 1992, with Derby on vocals and bass, Masunaga on guitar, Kevin March on drums, and Joan Wasser on violin.

Now The Dambuilders re-emerge with a renewed sense of purpose with Dave Derbyand Kevin March joined by guitarist Sean Eden (Luna) and violinist Claudia Chopek (Dexys, Father John Misty, The Little River Band). Their performance of the B-side “I Hope We’re Not Too Late” uphold the bend's core elements and original identity while embracing an evolving sound.

The Dambuilders built a devoted following throughout the 1990s, touring North America, Europe and Australia alongside artists such as Lush, Luna, Jeff Buckley, Weezer and Better Than Ezra. They would release 3 records via the !Cuacha! Label and 3 albums for Elektra Records, along with a song cycle that dedicated a number of tracks to the 50 states (most notably,“Idaho” and “Delaware”).

"Encendedor" became a cornerstone of their catalog, with “Shrine” ranked at No. 17 in MTV’s 100 Greatest Songs of the ‘90s: Lollapalooza edition. Following the release of "Against the Stars" in 1997, the band stepped away from recording and touring, with its members going on to pursue a wide range of acclaimed musical projects in the years that followed.

Joan Wasser went on to work with Jeff Buckley before founding her iconic project Joan As Police Woman, and Kevin March joined Guided By Voices, having also done stints with Shudder To Think, Hot One and Mind Science Of The Mind. Eric Masunaga, who returned for The Dambuilders' 2025 reunion dates, continues his production work through Modulus Studios in Boston, while Tryan George became a video director for major acts like Smash Mouth, Our Lady Peace, and Toto.

Dave Derby went on to launch and become involved in multiple projects, including Lloyd Cole and The Negatives, Brilliantine and Gramercy Arms, for which he has collaborated with numerous luminaries, including members of Nada Surf, The Psychedelic Furs, Belly, Throwing Muses, Sparklehorse, The Philip Glass Ensemble, Dead Air, The Magnetic Fields, Codeine, Elk City, Lloyd Cole and the Commotions, Letters to Cleo, Fuzzy, The Monsieurs, A Girl Called Eddy, Small Factory, The King Canutes, Diesel, Royal Arctic Institute, Aeon Station and Semi-Gloss.

Fun facts: Derby launched a successful music for TV company Derby and Kotch with Michael Kotch (Eve’s Plum, Lloyd Cole and the Negatives), and did music for Sarah Silverman’s TV shows and film (“Jesus is Magic”). Working with Vitamin C (Eve’s Plum), they wrote music for Hannah Montana, Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez. Along with Jill Sobule, they created music for the Nickelodeon TV show “Unfabulous,” starring Emma Roberts. Derby and Kotch also won a BMI Music award for the theme song and score of MTV’s “70s House.”

37 years after their first record, The Dambuilders’ story is still being written. “Shrine 2026” starts a new chapter. As vital and compelling as ever, their songs remain just as emotionally resonant and sonically adventurous today. As of April 1, "Shrine 2006" will be available on digital platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Bandcamp. Tickets for their East coast shows are also available now.

CREDITS
"Shrine 2026” written by Kevin March, Dave Derby, Eric Masunaga & Joan Wasser
"I Hope We’re Not Too Late” written by Dave Derby, Kevin March, Sean Eden & Claudia Chopek
Dave Derby - bass, vocals
Kevin March - drums, vocals
Sean Eden - guitar, vocals
Claudia Chopek - violin, vocals
Doug Gillard - additional guitars on “Shrine 2026”
Renée Lo Bue - backing vocals on “I Hope We’re Not Too Late”
Produced by Ray Ketchem
Recorded at Magic Door Recording, Montclair, NY
Mastered by Greg Calbi
Cover artwork by Colin Burns
Released via Magic Door Recording Label
'Shrine 2006' video directed by Bruno Corbo (2026) & Tryan George (1994)
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

LIVE DATES
April 24 - NYC, Mercury Lounge (with Sleepyhead)
April 25 - Providence, RI - Myrtle (with Sleepyhead)

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