INFERI Joins DEFEATED SANITY's North American Spring Tour as Direct Support, Replacing Vulvodynia

Extreme death metal masters INFERI are proud to announce that they will now be joining DEFEATED SANITY as direct support during the band's North American spring tour, in which they will be replacing Vulvodynia. The run will feature additional support from New Zealand’s Organectomy on all dates while Excresence, Scasm, and Horrific Vision will appear on select stops. The full itinerary can be found below while tickets are available HERE.

DEFEATED SANITY comments, "Unfortunately due to outside factors Vulvodynia are no longer able to make this tour. Thankfully Inferi were able to step up here and replace them on short notice."

ICYMI: INFERI will be unleashing its latest studio album, 'Heaven Wept,' on April 10, 2026 via The Artisan Era! The band has recently released the pummeling first single, "The Rapture of Dead Light," along with a music video!

The clip sees INFERI vocalist Stevie Boiser, guitarist/vocalist Malcolm Pugh, guitarist Sanjay Kumar, and new drummer Nate Bigelow embark on an Indiana Jones style quest for the elusive Bigfoot. Watch the band square off with the battle-jacket wearing and headbanging entity to find out if their intricate riffs are a match for the enigmatic beast below.

'Heaven Wept' can be pre-order and pre-saved HERE.

In addition, INFERI is now embarking on the "All So Vile" trek through the UK and Europe as support for CRYPTOPSY along with 200Stabwounds and Corpse Pile. The tour has been selling out at nearly every stop and is still decimating the continent until the final stop in Paris (FR) on February 15.

In addition, INFERI will be performing at producer Dave Otero's inaugural Flatline Festival, which takes place June 13 - 14 at the Oriental Theater in Denver, CO. More info and passes can be found HERE.

Since the explosive success of Inferi's critically-acclaimed and chart topping 2018 full-length, 'Revenant,' the death metal battalion has continued to relentlessly churn like a raging maelstrom, dominating everything in its wake with the band's melodic and virtuosic approach to the genre. 'Heaven Wept' picks up where 2021's 'Vile Genesis' left off, putting forth the same mind-bending compositions and other-worldly musicianship that has set the band apart from their contemporaries. Inferi has risen to become a dominant force among modern American death metal acts since their reunion in 2011. 'Heaven Wept' is a master class in progressive extremity and is certain to make its mark as one of the greatest death metal offerings of this decade.

North American Tour:

(Supporting DEFEATED SANITY w/ Organectomy, Excrescence, Scasm, + Horrific Visions)

04/16 Anaheim, CA @ Parish (HOB)*

04/17 Fresno, CA @ Fulton 55*

04/18 Santa Rosa, CA @ The California*

04/19 Sacramento, CA @ Starlet*

04/21 Seattle, WA @ El Corazon*

04/22 Portland, OR @ Dante’s*

04/23 Boise, ID @ Shredder*

04/24 Salt Lake City, UT @ Ace’s High Saloon*

04/25 Denver, CO @ HQ*

04/27 Milwaukee, WI @ X-Ray Arcade*

04/28 West Chicago, IL @ Social Club+

04/29 Indianapolis, IN @ Black Circle+

04/30 Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop+

05/01 Rochester, NY @ Montage Music Hall+

05/02 Clifton, NJ @ Dingbatz+

05/03 Baltimore, MD @ Metro+

05/04 Raleigh, NC @ Chapel of Bones+

05/05 Jacksonville, FL @ The Albatross+

05/06 Tampa, FL @ Orpheum+

05/07 Orlando, FL @ Conduit+

05/08 Pensacola, FL @ Handlebar^

05/09 Houston, TX @ Pub 529^

05/11 Dallas, TX @ Three Links^

05/12 Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live^

05/13 Lubbock, TX @ Jakes^

05/15 Phoenix, AZ @ Nile Underground^

05/16 Las Vegas, NV @ Backstage Bar^

* Excrescence 

+ Scasm

^ Horrific Visions

INFERI U.S. Dates 2026:

06/13: Denver, CO @ Flatline Festival

Formed in 2006, INFERI is an American technical melodic death metal band forged from the depths of Nashville, Tennessee. After reforming in 2011, INFERI emerged onto the global stage with 'The Path of Apotheosis' in 2014. Followed by the acclaimed 2018 release 'Revenant,' which landed at #26 Hard Rock albums and #28 on the Billboard’s Heatseekers charts, solidifying them as a household name in the underground technical death metal scene. Touring across the world with bands such Rivers of Nihil, Archspire, Shadow of Intent, Cryptopsy, Signs of the Swarm, Brand of Sacrifice, Deicide and Revocation allowed INFERI to continue on their upward trajectory. Creeping their way up the charts, and into the minds of new fans with 'The End of an Era: Rebirth' in 2019, their 'Of Sunless Realms' EP in 2020, and 2021's 'Vile Genesis.' Now in 2026 INFERI stands ready to unleash their most devastating album to date, 'Heaven Wept'. 

Since the explosive success of Inferi's critically-acclaimed and chart topping 2018 full-length, 'Revenant,' the death metal battalion has continued to relentlessly churn like a raging maelstrom, dominating everything in its wake with the band's melodic and virtuosic approach to the genre. 'Heaven Wept' picks up where 2021's 'Vile Genesis' left off, putting forth the same mind-bending compositions and other-worldly musicianship that has set the band apart from their contemporaries. Inferi has risen to become a dominant force among modern American death metal acts since their reunion in 2011. 'Heaven Wept' is a master class in progressive extremity and is certain to make its mark as one of the greatest death metal offerings of this decade.

Recording Lineup:

Stevie Boiser - Vocals

Malcolm Pugh - Guitar, Bass, Orchestration, & Vocals

Sanjay Kumar - Guitar & Orchestration

Spencer Moore - Drums

Live Lineup:

Stevie Boiser - Vocals

Malcolm Pugh - Guitar / Vocals

Sanjay Kumar - Guitar

Nate Bigelow - Drums

Album Credits:

All songs written and performed by Inferi
Bass performed by Malcolm Pugh
Orchestration and synth arrangements by Malcolm Pugh

Mixed and mastered by Mike Low
Drums engineered by Mike Low at Top Track Studios
Additional engineering by Erik Johnson
Guitar reamping by Phil Pluskota

Cover Artist: Helge C. Balzer

Album formats:

Digital

CD

Vinyl

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

Links:

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TIKTOK

INSTAGRAM

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APPLE MUSIC

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LABEL WEBSITE

MERCH STORE (USA)

MERCH STORE (EU)

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SCHATTENMANN Unleash Music Video For New Single "Kamikaze" From Upcoming Album Endgegner Out on March 13, 2026 via PERCEPTION

SCHATTENMANN strike back with the release of the official music video for their new single "Kamikaze". The track is taken from the upcoming studio album Endgegner, set for release on March 13 via PERCEPTION - A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music! Sonically aggressive yet emotionally uplifting, the band once again proves they are not here to play it safe.

“Instead of destruction, this is about joy, energy, and freedom,” says vocalist Frank Herzig. “’Kamikaze’ translates to ‘divine wind.’ Our song captures the feeling of being carried by the moment, uplifted, full of energy, enjoying every second to the fullest while leaving all rules and conventions behind.”

Driven by pounding rhythms, sharp-edged guitars, and an instantly infectious chorus, "Kamikaze" shows SCHATTENMANN at their most explosive and lifeaffirming. Herzig adds: “It’s a positive, high-energy metal track where the ‘divine wind’ carries you, turning risk into euphoria. It’s about living the moment to the max. KAMIKAZE MODE ON!”

Stream / Download "Kamikaze": https://schattenmann.rpm.link/kamikazePR
 

Watch The official video Below:

The song signals a decisive next step for the band and sets the tone for a new chapter in their musical journey. With Endgegner [German for “Final Boss”], SCHATTENMANN present themselves sharper and more focused than ever.

Produced by Henning Verlage, the album represents a clear cut and a deliberate evolution of the band’s sound. Following four studio albums and their first Top 10 chart entry with “Día de Muertos”, SCHATTENMANN continue to prove that change and progression remain at the core of their identity. Heavier, more aggressive, and unapologetically metal, Endgegner sees the band reborn in steel and fire, poised to claim their place in today’s heavy music landscape!

Pre-order Endgegner at this location: https://schattenmann.rpm.link/endgegnerPR

About SCHATTENMANN
Founded in 2016, Nuremberg-based band SCHATTENMANN have entered the metal world by storm! Pinnacling with their top 10 album “Día de muertos” in 2023, the quartet - singer Frank Herzig, guitarist Jan Shook, bass player Luke Shook & drummer Rorschach - paved their way with impactful songwriting but also with energising live shows. A thrilling combination which has resonated with a wide range of range (mostly) European metalheads so far. Sheer metal and continuous touring are the keys of why SCHATTENMANN have become one of the leading German ambassadors in the hard ‘n’ heavy universe within less than 10 years.
 

SCHATTENMANN are:
Frank Herzig | vocals
Jan Shook | guitars
Luke Shook | bass
Rorschach | drum

More on SCHATTENMANN:
schattenmann.band | Linktree | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok
Bandsintown | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music

Funeral Release Lyric Video for “Three Dead Men”

As their latest album, Gospel of Bones, continues to resonate, today, FUNERAL are sharing a new lyric video for “Three Dead Men”. This song is an autobiographical reflection by drummer and composer Anders Eek on the loss of three close friends within a seven year period, including former Funeral members Einar Fredriksen and Christian Loos.

Watch the video for "Three Dead Men” below:

Gospel of Bones is out now via Season of Mist.

Order & Stream: https://orcd.co/funeralgospelofbones

The vocals on “Three Dead Men” are performed by guest vocalist Espen Ingierd of Beyond Dawn, whose restrained and human delivery contrasts with the operatic approach heard elsewhere onGospel of Bones. The song’s slow tempos and dense arrangements favor atmosphere and emotional gravity over excess. It addresses grief as a lasting condition rather than a closed chapter, aligning closely with the album’s broader focus on lived experience, endurance and emotional aftermath.

The new video for “Three Dead Men” uses symbolic imagery centered on movement, stillness and isolated physical gestures to convey memory, absence and vulnerability. Rather than offering narrative resolution, its closing moments suggest continuation, with emotional weight remaining present as life moves forward.

Roughly 20 tracks were composed throughout the Covid pandemic(9 of whom made it to the studio), and yet again recorded and mixed at Toproom Studio, by Børge Finstad.

Violinist Øyvind Rauset, from the cult Norwegian folk-rock band FOLQUE, is performing on 2 tracks as a guest musician, as well as Espen Ingierd, with his very distinct singing-style in the vein of John Lennon, Michael Gira (SWANS)etc from cult doom/death band BEYOND DAWN singing on 2 tracks.

The album also contains an instrumental cover song , written by Kjetil Selvik, and is a melancholic piece only consisting of harding fiddle and church organ.

The lyrical content of the album is an autobiography of life’s mishaps of drummer/composer  A. Eek, and deals with real darkness, misery, pain and loss.  A Gospel of Bones.

Line-up:
Anders Eek - Drums
Eirik Krokfjord - Vocals
Ingvild Johannesen - Violin
Rune Gandrud - Bass
Stian Kråbøl - Guitars
Morten Søbyskogen - Guitars

Recording Studio:

Toproom Studio & Studio 42

Production Credits:

Produced by Børge Finstad
Sound Engineered by Anders Langberg
Mixed & Mastered at Toproom Studio by Børge Finstad

Guest Musicians:

Øyvind Rauset
Espen Ingjerd
Vilde Kråbøl
Anders Langberg

Cover Art:

Tristan Diaz Bastie

Photography:
Guilherme Henriques

Order & Stream:
https://orcd.co/funeralgospelofbones

Follow Funeral:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/funeralnorway/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/funeralnorway
Bandcamp: https://funeraldoom.bandcamp.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0q3guqlmd8oVaz5v2Fqy3q
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/artist/funeral/208973684
Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/artist/194130
TIDAL: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/23777

TUNGSTEN Release Video For Brand New Single "Bite My Tongue"!

Swedish metal force TUNGSTEN are back with an official video for their brand-new single “Bite My Tongue”! Fueled by muscular riffs and driving grooves, the track highlights the band’s ability to balance raw heaviness with strong melodic hooks. 

Formed by drummer Anders Johansson alongside his sons Karl and Nick, TUNGSTEN have quickly emerged as one of the most talked-about acts in the modern metal scene. With a sound rooted in classic heavy metal but sharpened by a contemporary edge, the band has built a reputation for powerful songwriting, a clear identity and relentless forward momentum, earning growing attention well beyond their Scandinavian home base.

“Bite My Tongue” is a groove-heavy, riff-driven mid-tempo rocker that builds steadily before exploding into a hook-laden chorus. According to vocalist Mike Andersson, the lyrics explore "how people often voice their opinions about various things loudly without hesitation, but when you hold a different view, it’s sometimes better to stay silent to keep the peace which can be quite frustrating at times.” 

Stream / Download the song at: https://tungsten.rpmlink/bmtPR 

Watch the video clip for “Bite My Tongue” below:

About TUNGSTEN
TUNGSTEN made a strong entry into the metal scene in 2019 with the release of their debut album We Will Rise. The band quickly built momentum, releasing three further albums over the following years (Tundra, Bliss, and The Grand Inferno). 

Originally formed in 2016, TUNGSTEN soon solidified their lineup with the addition of lead vocalist Mike Andersson. Since then, the band has established a strong live reputation, touring extensively across Europe alongside acts such as BLOODBOUND, FIREWIND, SONATA ARCTICA, ALL FOR METAL, and others.

TUNGSTEN have also appeared at numerous major festivals, including Sweden Rock Festival, Leyendas Del Rock (Spain), Midalidare Metal Fest (Bulgaria), Riverside Rock Fest (Switzerland), among many others. In July 2026, the band is confirmed to perform at Germany’s RockHarz Festival, with additional festival appearances currently in the works. Between touring and live performances, TUNGSTEN focuses on writing material for their upcoming album, aiming to create a powerful follow-up to 2024’s The Grand Inferno.

TUNGSTEN are:
Mike Andersson – Lead Vocals
Karl Johansson – Bass, Keyboards, Vocals
Nick Johansson – Guitar
Anders Johansson – Drums

POWER PALADIN Release Lyric Video For New Single “Glade Lords Of Athel Loren”

Icelandic heavy metal force POWER PALADIN have unveiled a brand-new lyric video for their latest single “Glade Lords Of Athel Loren.” Following the recent release of their first album teaser single “Sword Vigor,” the band now delivers another powerful taste of what’s to come.

The song is taken from POWER PALADIN’s highly anticipated new album Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment, set for release on March 27 via ROAR - A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music, and sees the band embracing classic heavy metal and epic power metal influences, fueled by dynamic riffs, melodic leads and a commanding, larger-than-life atmosphere.

Guitarist and songwriter Atli Guðlaugsson comments: “Glade Lords of Athel Loren is a roaring power metal anthem that chronicles the exploits of the Lords of Laurelorn and their heroic struggle to extinguish the masters of rock and iron.”

Stream / Download “Glade Lords Of Athel Loren”: https://powerpaladin.rpm.link/gladelordsPR

Watch the video clip streaming Below.

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

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

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

Pre-Save / Pre-Order Beyond The Reach Of Enchantment here: https://powerpaladin.rpm.link/enchantmentPR

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

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

POWER PALADIN is:

Atli Guðlaugsson (vocals)

Bjarni Þór Jóhannsson (guitars)

Ingi Þórisson (guitars)

Einar Karl Júlíusson (drums)

Bjarni Egill Ögmundsson (keyboards)

Kristleifur Þorsteinsson (bass)

More on POWER PALADIN:

Website: https://www.powerpaladin.is/

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

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

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@powerpaladin

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerPaladinOfficial

Flatwounds Announce "Chain of Command" EP Out 3/20 + Share "Emulator" Video

Albany-based up and comers FLATWOUNDS — Colin O'Hare [vocals], Matt Degnan [guitar], David Granger [bass], and Wade Coonrad [drums] — are thrilled to announce their new EP Chain Of Command. It arrives March 20 via Blue Grape Music. Pre-order it here

Today, the band, which deftly combines a DNA-distinct blend of hardcore and '90s hard rock, shares the video for the new single "Emulator."

Comprised of live footage, the video will grab you by the scruff of your neck and toss your front and center at a Flatwounds gig. The energy is captured perfectly and is palpable!

Watch it Below.

"I've transitioned from talking about inner subjects to the exterior world," says O'Hare. "'Emulator' is about not being who you actually are. You're living life without any real meaning. There's no substance. Instead, you're the type of dude who works a job he doesn't like, drives a car he doesn't like, and complains about everything being awful. It's because he's not doing anything he loves."

Regarding the EP a a whole, O'Hare explains, "Chain of Command represents how we've evolved and matured as musicians. This is our sound. It's a little weird, dissonant, melodic, and heavy when it needs to be. The title works because most of the songs are about apathy and a lack of action. There's always a 'chain of command' in life, and it keeps you from doing what you want. It could be societal or in your head. You always have to answer to something, though."

What would a rock 'n' roll band sound like if it was born from a basement hardcore scene? Well, it might sound a bit like Flatwounds. The Albany, NY quartet could certainly send any floor into a frenzy, yet they also write hooks addictive enough to bring an arena to its feet. Forged by a cold indie underground and even colder East Coast winters, there’s chaotic intensity underneath their concrete infectiousness. The band transfixes with bold hooks and traumatize with jarring and jagged bursts of distortion. As the story goes, Colin had a show booked for December 2022 and needed a band. Knowing one another from around town, he tagged in Wade and Matt (who brought Dave into the fold). Not only did the guys play the aforementioned gig, but they wrote what would become the 2023 Raw EP. Off the latter, "Rust" and "Fade" generated hundreds of thousands of Spotify streams. Flatwounds picked up the momentum with the Down EP and Drain EP. At the top of 2025, "Drenched" surged on TikTok, amassed 171K Spotify streams, and caught the attention of Blue Grape Music and producer Brian Robbins [Beartooth, Pierce The Veil]. Early raise poured in from Revolver, Lambgoat, Idioteq, and more. Now, their signature style firmly takes shape on their 2026 EP Chain of Command [Blue Grape Music] with grit, grime, and gusto intact.

Long Distance Calling Announce New Studio Album "The Phantom Void" + Unveil Video for "A Secret Place"

LONG DISTANCE CALLING return with new music and open an entirely new chapter in their career.

Today, the German instrumental rock pioneers release "A Secret Place," the first single and video taken from their upcoming studio album The Phantom Void, set for release on April 10. Album pre-orders start today.

Described as "the shortest, hardest and strongest album of their career," The Phantom Void marks a bold creative statement. Remaining fully instrumental, the album tells a dark, cinematic and emotionally charged story, driven by tension, atmosphere and narrative depth. Musically, LONG DISTANCE CALLING once again merge massive soundscapes with intricate details, propulsive grooves and a focused, direct songwriting approach, more concentrated than ever before.

"A Secret Place" serves as the entry point into an ambitious audiovisual concept. The accompanying video is the first chapter of a connected series that will unfold over the coming months. The project explores recurring nightmares, endless loops and the feeling of an unseen, inescapable threat — themes that mirror the album's haunting musical core. Sound and image are inseparably intertwined, expanding The Phantom Void beyond music into a fully immersive experience.

Watch "A Secret Place" video Below.

Stream the single HERE.

The Phantom Void consists of seven tracks and stands as one of the most focused and powerful releases in the band's catalogue. Coinciding with LONG DISTANCE CALLING's 20th anniversary, the album captures the band at a creative peak: Omposing, dynamic, full of atmosphere and depth.

The album will be available in multiple formats:
*1LP Black Gatefold Heavyweight 180g
*1LP Pearl Flip / Dawn Gatefold Heavyweight 180g
*1LP Glow In The Dark Gatefold Heavyweight 180g (shop exclusive)
 *CD Digisleeve

The first pressing of all formats features an embossed logo and fluorescent highlights, underlining the album’s distinctive visual identity and collector appeal.

Myrath Unveil Official Music Video for "Soul of My Soul" — A Visual that Touches the Heart

Tunisian French metal innovators Myrath shine a new light on their recent single "Soul of My Soul" with the release of its official music video, adding a powerful new emotional layer to a song that has already deeply resonated with fans. Released two weeks ago, the track now gains renewed attention through visuals that expand its intimacy and meaning.

The video presents a striking blend of artistic dance performance, stripped-down piano moments, and Zaher Zorgati's deeply emotional vocal delivery. Minimalistic yet expressive, it allows the song to breathe and placing vulnerability, movement, and feeling at the very center.

Love and connection that endure beyond loss, time, and absence.

Watch the video Below.

Listen to the new single HERE.

Wilderness of Mirrors will be released March 27 and features 10 brand-new, emotionally charged tracks that continue Myrath's evolution of blending their influences with progressive and power metal. Fans can expect a journey through fantasy and reality, from haunting melodies to thunderous riffs and cinematic arrangements.

To celebrate the release, Myrath will embark on a major European tour starting in April 2026, bringing Wilderness of Mirrors to fans across 16 countries.

With millions of views on their cinematic music videos, critically acclaimed albums, and performances at festivals such as Hellfest, Wacken, and Sweden Rock, Myrath continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Wilderness of Mirrors represents the band at their most dynamic and authentic, a milestone in their journey toward becoming one of metal’s most legendary acts.

Pre-orders for Wilderness of Mirrors and tickets for the European tour are available now. Don’t miss the next chapter in Myrath's epic musical journey.

Pre-order the new album HERE.

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

Mayhem Drop Video for "Realm of Endless Misery" — WATCH

Black metal's most influential and legacy-defining entity emerges once again with their seventh studio offering, Liturgy of Death.

With this release, Mayhem reaffirm why they remain one of the most relentless pillars of extreme music. After more than four decades shaping the genre's evolution, the band now turns its creative gaze toward the inescapable presence of mortality.

Liturgy of Death explores the philosophy of mortality with stark, uncompromising clarity. The album presents death not as an ending, but as a universal law that touches all life and exposes the fragility of human existence. This impermanence becomes a call to live with full intensity, for every gain and loss ultimately falls back into the same silence. Echoing ancient philosophies, the album portrays life as a transitional state and death as a gateway to a higher form of being, while the solemn, dark beauty of death permeates the entire work.

Stream "Realm of Endless Misery" HERE.

Attila comments on the new track, "'Realm of Endless Misery' is the fourth single from the new Mayhem album and presents a state of human existence in which suffering is not an exception but a governing principle. The song portrays human life as a closed realm sustained by repetition, fear, and manipulation, where time itself becomes a mental trap and hope slowly drains from consciousness. It does not tell a story and offers no redemption. Through its mantra-like structure and cold, oppressive imagery, the track confronts the listener with the mechanics of misery, revealing a world in which destruction is not an endpoint but a permanent condition. Released as the third single in advance of the whole album, 'Realm of Endless Misery' deepens its unified dark vision and brings the listener one step closer to the final revelation."

PRE-ORDER LITURGY OF DEATH HERE

ALBUM COMES OUT THIS FRIDAY

Death Over Europe Headliner Tour starts tomorrow— tickets and more info HERE.

With Necrobutcher, Hellhammer, Attila, Morten Bergeton Iversen, and Ghul locked into a unit tighter than ever, Liturgy of Death celebrates Mayhem's own legacy, a continuation of the raw and uncompromising sound that defined their beginnings. The result is a merciless record — dark, fast, and unrelenting — that captures the band in their most dangerous and vital form. 41 years since their formation in Langhus, Mayhem remain a defining force in Norwegian black metal, continuing to shape the sound they helped create.

MAYHEM LINEUP:
Attila — Vocals
Ghul — Guitar
Hellhammer — Drums
Necrobutcher — Bass
Morten Bergeton Iversen — Guitar

Thrash Metal Outfit NUKEM Unleashes Music Video for Anthemic New Single, "Tactics of Terror"

California has always been fertile ground for thrash metal, leading the charge with some of the genre's most legendary acts. San Diego's NUKEM follows in the footsteps of thrash metal's founding fathers, producing the kind of time-tested, neck-breaking thrash that invokes deep nostalgia while still sounding fresh and modern.

The thrashers are now unleashing an anthemic new single, "Tactics of Terror," which can be found below.

Nukem Bassist Don Lauder comments,

"Tactics of Terror' starts with a heavy power groove that evolves into a monster of a song, with lyrics that punch you in the mouth just as hard as the music. And what’s hitting hard right now? The People vs The Government. Both sides fully believing that they’re the 'good guys;' both sides fully invested in the power struggle of the world. The best grooves that move you are the simple ones, so our music video puts you right there with us as we jam the hell out of this intense song for intense times."

The track is taken from the band's forthcoming sophomore full-length, 'The Grave Remains,' which is due on April 10, 2026 via Redefining Darkness. Pre-orders are now live in the U.S. HERE and the rest of the world HERE.

Nukem is a Thrash metal force from San Diego, California, that delivers an honest, old school thrash attack. Formed in 2012, Nukem released their 2016 debut album "The Unholy Trinity,' which was mixed & mastered by Ulrich Wild (Pantera, Static X, Dethklok, White Zombie) and was released via Sleaszy Rider Records out of Greece.

Nukem had entered the studio in 2024 once again with Ulrich Wild to work on our second album. Ten songs of pure molten metal! Some songs are full on unstoppable Bay Area style Thrash metal violence while others are more of a mid tempo power groove. Nukem has now forged a new union with Redefining Darkness for the release of their oncoming onslaught... stay tuned!

Recording Lineup:

Steve Brogden - Vocals & Guitar

Norm Leggio - Drums

Don Lauder - Bass

Live Lineup:

Steve Brogden - Vocals & Guitar

Norm Leggio - Drums

Don Lauder - Bass

Xander Gambini - Guitar

Special Guests:

Gary Holt (Exodus, Slayer) - Solo on 'Empress of Evil'

Lee Altus (Exodus/Heathen) - Solo on 'Don’t believe a word'

Rob Cavestany (Death Angel) - Solo on 'Into the Kill Zone'

Russ Tippons (Satan) - Solo on 'Random Acts of Violence'

Laura Christine (Dark Angel/Warface) - Solo on 'Empress of Evil'

Cover Art: Megan Mushi

Produced by Steve Brogden & Nukem

Recorded at The Wilderness with Ulrich Wild & Forge Audio with Steve Brogden  

Forge Audio with Steve Brogden

Mixed by Ulrich Wild 

Mastered by Maor Appelbaum

For Fans Of: Exodus, Megadeth, Metallica, Slayer, Anthrax, Overkill

Pre-orders (USA): https://tornfromthegrave.us/collections/nukem

Pre-orders (Rest of World): https://tornfromthegrave.com/collections/nukem

Links:

Bandcamp

Facebook

Instagram

X

YouTube

Spotify

Apple Music

The artwork for 'The Grave Remains' was created by Megan Mushi

Midwinter Drop New Track "Champagne" and Official Music Video via Papercut Recordings

Emerging atmospheric metalcore quintet Midwinter have today unleashed their new single "Champagne" via their new label home, Papercut Recordings. The track captures the band's signature style, blending crushing heaviness and electronic dissonance with soaring vocals and moments of luminous clarity. Accompanying the release is the cinematic music video, which evokes the decadent spirit of the Roaring Twenties but emphasizes the song's theme of emotional divide when paired with the song.When asked about the inspiration and sound design of "Champagne", the band shared:

"'Champagne' is used as a metaphor to celebrate something that is actually hollow. It symbolizes escapism and temporary euphoria. At its core, the track explores abandonment and betrayal but are masked behind something generally associated with a celebration.

Sonically, we wanted to experiment with contrasting emotions. Similar to the lyrics, certain sections of the track emote feelings of beautiful nostalgia but soon give way to extreme and jarring textures. Blending these together creates a push-pull between optimistic reflection and the pain of loss."

Midwinter will also be on the road starting in April alongside Unprocessed and Allt, so be sure to get your tickets now at the link here. Stream "Champagne" here, watch the official music video below, and stay tuned for more Midwinter news coming this year.

Midwinter Tour Dates with Unprocessed + Allt

04/13 Dallas, TX @ Trees

04/14 Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live

04/16 Phoenix, AZ @ The Nile

04/17 Los Angeles, CA @ The Roxy Theatre

04/18 Sacramento, CA @ Harlow's

04/21 Vancouver, BC @ The Pearl

04/22 Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

04/24 Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge

04/25 Denver, CO @ Marquis

04/27 Chicago, IL @ Bottom Lounge

04/29 Detroit, MI @ El Club

04/30 Toronto, ON @ The Opera House

05/01 Montreal, QC @ Le Studio TD

05/02 Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall

05/03 New York, NY @ Gramercy Theatre

05/05 Washington, DC @ Union Stage

05/06 Carrboro, NC @ Cat's Cradle

05/08 Tampa, FL @ Crowbar

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

05/11 Nashville, TN @ Basement East

05/12 Cincinnati, OH @ Madison Live

05/13 St. Louis, MO @ Off Broadway

05/15 Indianapolis, IN @ Hi-Fi

05/16 Pittsburgh, PA @ Spirit Hall

ABOUT MIDWINTER

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

Green Carnation Announce Part II of A Dark Poem

Green Carnation have never been afraid of a challenge. Just last year, the Norwegian captains of progressive metal finally set sail on an epic three-part voyage that had eluded them for more than thirty years. The Shores of Melancholia washed onto year-end lists at PROG, Loudwire, Angry Metal Guy and other major publications. Now, after reaching crushing new highs during its opening chapter, the band are descending into deeper, darker and more personal depths with Part II of A Dark Poem.

Today, Green Carnation are announcing A Dark Poem, Part II: Sanguis by premiering the stirring new music video for the first part of its booming and bloodstained title track with Metal Injection. “Sanguis” fights to stay afloat amidst familial wreckage with clear conviction and a flawless chorus. Though whether those traumas stay buried won’t be revealed until the album comes out, when fans can hear the full nine-minute version of this song in all its grand gloom and doom.  

“We wanted A Dark Poem to start off with guns blazing”, Green Carnation vocalist Kjetil Nordhus says in reference to Part I. “But for Part II, we have some very personal stories that we want people to hear. Sanguis invites listeners into our darkest inner rooms with some of the most raw and vulnerable songs that we’ve ever written”.

A Dark Poem, Part II: Sanguis hold some of the most personal lyrics that I’ve ever written”, says Stein Roger Sordal, the band’s bassist and primary lyricist. “The lyrics are so personal that I had to go many rounds with myself over whether or not to tone them down. In the end, I chose to keep them as honest as possible”.

Watch the video for “Sanguis (Blood Ties)” Below:

A Dark Poem, Part II: Sanguis comes out April 3 on Season of Mist

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Part II introduces more peaks and valleys into the trilogy’s overarching narrative. But 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, but I know everything that has happened in his life for the last 30 years”, Nordhus says when explaining how he gives voice to the words of his lifelong 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”.

The video for “Sanguis" (Blood Ties)” was directed and edited by Rikard Amodei.

Additional video credits

Camera - Jonas C.E. Kiplesund

Lighting - Joakim Stien

Set sound - Ruben Lervåg

Photography - Lars Gunnar Liestol

Child actor - Julian Hansen Flemmen

Special thanks to Kilden teater og konserthus and Cultiva

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 Engineers - Endre Kirkesola, Bjørn Harstad
Mastering Engineer - Lawrence Mackrory

Cover artist
Niklas Sundin

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A.A. WILLIAMS Unveils Haunting New Single "Wolves"

Acclaimed heavy artist A.A. WILLIAMS returns with "Wolves," a mesmerizing new single that delves into the liminal space where consciousness and subconsciousness intertwine. The track marks another powerful addition to her evocative body of work, showcasing her ability to transform abstract emotional landscapes into visceral sonic experiences.

"Wolves" is a meditation on emotional echo, on searching without resolution, and on how even the faintest memories can leave a permanent mark on the psyche. The song captures the sensation of moving through a haze, where meaning feels close but never fully defined, and where longing exists without a clear object. It speaks to the human tendency to chase feelings, moments, or versions of ourselves that exist just beyond reach.

"Wolves describes the blurred lines between dreams and reality," says A.A. WILLIAMS. "Ideas and emotions bleed across the boundary, their imprint faint but profound, a softly etched signature on your psyche. Hazy memories begin to fade, you force your feet to touch the ground, yearning for things that were never yours, hopelessly, endlessly searching for the unattainable."

“Wolves” lands as A.A. Williams continues her track across the UK and Europe. Tickets are available HERE. Both "Wolves" and the previously released single "Just A Shadow" will be available as a tour exclusive vinyl during this run. 

About A.A. WILLIAMS:

Having made her debut live appearance at the prestigious Roadburn Festival in the Netherlands off the back of a self-titled EP, A.A. WILLIAMS has since toured across the globe with the likes of CULT OF LUNA, EXPLOSIONS IN THE SKY, RUSSIAN CIRCLES, SLEEP TOKEN and THE SISTERS OF MERCY, as well as establishing herself as a headline artist - including a show at the iconic Queen Elizabeth Hall inside London’s Southbank Centre.

Standout festival appearances have dovetailed with two album releases - 2020’s Forever Blue and 2022’s As The Moon Rests, which both received widespread critical acclaim and put A.A. WILLIAMS firmly in the slipstream of the wave of female vocalists taking textured, epic and folk-rooted heavy music into new and progressive directions. A BBC session at the legendary Maida Vale Studios only bolstered WILLIAMS’ credentials.

Not one to rest on her laurels, she has also released a selection of ‘companion pieces’ - a collaborative single with Japanese post-rock titans MONO (“Exit In Darkness”); a solo covers collection recorded during 2020’s pandemic lockdown — Songs From Isolation — that garnered praise from THE CURE’s Robert Smith and SMASHING PUMPKINS' Billy Corgan for her unique take on their original songs; and perhaps most impressively, 2021’s arco saw the multi-instrumentalist completely rework her debut EP from rock instrumentation to a string ensemble, utilising her classical training and arrangement skills to stunning effect.

With new label partner Reigning Phoenix Music, 2026 will serve as a major milestone for A.A. WILLIAMS.

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Exploring Birdsong Release Video for New Single "42"

Following back-to-back sold-out headline shows in London, alt-pop trio Exploring Birdsong step confidently into a new era with their striking new single "42."

Centered on Lynsey Ward's arresting vocals, the band unveil a richer, more expansive sound that marks a clear evolution from the organic rawness of their piano-led beginnings. "42" balances emotional depth with cinematic ambition, showcasing a maturity and sonic confidence that signals a bold new chapter for the group.

Speaking of the track, Ward shares, "'42' is a song about paranoia, conspiracy theories and confirmation bias — it is written from the perspective of someone who has lost touch with reality, seeing patterns in their day to day life that are leading them to some answer, or a warning — but never quite getting the full picture of what it could all mean. Thematically, the song was drawn from personal experience in childhood, where a few coincidences with numbers could spiral into a feeling of being 'followed' by a number or symbol, and like the storyline of the rest of your life was being written with this at the centre, or as a clue."

She expands, "Conspiracy theories are more rife than ever, especially after spreading like wildfire during the pandemic. We wanted to present this as a sympathetic look at how something so simple can go so wrong, and where that desperation can lead; a state of anxiety, isolation, and losing touch with the world around you. The great irony is that, to some degree, we have now become the people in the story. We each notice the number '42' so regularly now that we update one another every time it pops up somewhere unexpected."

Stream "42" HERE.

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Exploring Birdsong have announced a headline UK tour this September. Dates start in Glasgow on the 23rd before stopping off in London and Bristol before concluding in Manchester on the 26th.

Tickets and more info HERE.

Exploring Birdsong have evolved into one of the UK’s most compelling and unclassifiable modern bands. Following a bold shift in sound first signaled by the acclaimed 2024 singles "The Collapse," "Weight in Gold," "All I Lack," and "Stitch," the three-piece have expanded their sonic palette without sacrificing the emotional intimacy and genre-blurring beauty that defines them.

Fronted by the unmistakable voice of Lynsey Ward, alongside Jonny Knight (bass, keyboards) and Matt Harrison (drums), Exploring Birdsong craft a sound that seamlessly weaves vulnerability, heaviness, and intricate songwriting into something entirely their own. Their approach to modern heavy music feels both cinematic and deeply personal, balancing raw feeling with experimental ambition.

By 2025, the band's reputation had translated into undeniable momentum. Exploring Birdsong sold out two headline shows at London's iconic St Pancras Old Church in a matter of minutes, following on from two equally sold-out headline showcases in Manchester and London the year prior. These landmark performances cemented their status as a band whose live presence resonates just as powerfully as their recordings.

The trio have previously shared stages with Katatonia and Sleep Token, alongside main stage appearances at RADAR Festival and Euroblast, further showcasing their ability to connect across scenes and audiences. Straddling pop, progressive rock, and an uncategorizable spectrum of sound, Exploring Birdsong remain largely unplaceable. Touchstones can be found in the inventive edge of Everything Everything, the dramatic flair of Kate Bush, and the synth-driven intensity of Enter Shikari — yet the result is unmistakably, and uniquely, Exploring Birdsong.

EXPLORING BIRDSONG ARE:
Lynsey Ward — Vocals, Piano
Jonny Knight — Bass, Synthesizers
Matt Harrison — Drums, Percussion

Tombstones In Their Eyes drop dark jewel 'You Never Have to Love Me' from 'Under Dark Skies' LP (plus B-side)

LA psych-rock outfit Tombstones In Their Eyes present the single 'You Never Have to Love Me', occupying the uneasy space between collapse and clarity, tracing a moment where survival demands self-reckoning and the realization that repair begins from within. It is showcased by a superb layered and color-rich video by Francesca Bonci, who earlier created videos for the singles 'Under Dark Skies' and Alive and Well', dedicated to guitarist Paul Boutin, who recently lost his battle with cancer. 

'You Never Have to Love Me' is lifted from the band's latest (and now acclaimed) album 'Under Dark Skies', released via Little Cloud Records (North America) and Shore Dive Records (UK and EU). Recorded and engineered by Paul Roessler (The Screamers, Nina Hagen, 45 Grave) at Kitten Robot Studios, which was co-produced by John Treanor and mastered by multi-platinum engineer Alex DeYoung at DeYoung Masters (Michael Jackson, BTS, Macy Gray, The Linda Lindas, TSOL).

What began a decade ago as two childhood friends (John Treanor in LA and James Cooper in NYC) swapping demos quickly grew into a full-fledged band. Today, Tombstones In Their Eyes is made up of John Treanor (vocals & guitar), Stephen Striegel (drums), Courtney Davies (vocals), Phil Cobb (guitar), Nic Nifoussi (bass) and Clea Cullen (vocals). Guitarist Paul Boutin remains a member of the band in spirit, having passed away in mid-October 2025.

"'You Never Have to Love Me' was written in September 2023 during a fertile period of writing. I was not doing well emotionally, and there was no intended meaning to the song as I wrote it. But as I look back on it now, this song seems to be about acknowledging my failures and attempting to find grace. The idea that “you never have to love me” is really about how I first need to love myself before I can attempt to make things right," says John Treanor.

"There are a lot of musicians on this track, with 3 guitar players, 6 people contributing vocals, 2 bass players and 1 drummer and 1 keyboard player. We split the bass parts as Joel was not longer going to be in the band and Nic was coming back in. I had them both do parts and we used some of each. Phil did an amazing outro guitar part that to me is a highlight of the song."
 
Complementing the A-side is another psychedelic gift in the B-side 'Everybody's Dead', which thrives on instinct rather than intention, letting subconscious fragments spill out in a way that is both sincere and surreal. It also marks a quiet origin point for the band, capturing the beginning of long-running creative partnerships that would go on to shape their sound for the next decade.

John Treanor explains, "We originally released this song on our 2016 'Bad Clouds' EP, which we didn't promote at all. I just let words come out of my mind impromptu while singing over the track, allowing things to seep out of the subconscious, sometimes real and sometimes nonsensical. This was the first record fully done at Kitten Robot Studio with Paul Roessler and the first time we worked with drummer Stephen Striegel, who is still in the band today. It was the start of 10 years of working with both of them."

'You Never Have to Love Me' is out now digitally, including Spotify, Apple Musicand Bandcamp, where the 'Under Dark Skies' album can also be found. The album is also available on vinyl via Little Cloud Records (North America) and Shore Dive Records (UK and the EU).

CREDITS
Written by John Treanor

Recorded & Mixed by Paul Roessler at Kitten Robot Studios (Los Angeles, CA)

Produced by Paul Roessler and John Treanor

Videos by Francesca Bonci 
Band photos by Karin Johansson
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR 


CREDITS for 'You Never Have to Love Me'
John Treanor - vocals & guitar
Paul Boutin - guitar & backing vocals
Phil Cobb - guitar
Stephen Striegel - drums & percussion
Nic Nifoussi - bass
Joel Wasko - bass & backing vocals
Courtney Davies - harmony & backing vocals
Clea Cullen - harmony & backing vocals
Paul Roessler -  keyboards, harmony & backing vocals
John Mille - backing vocals
Mastered by Alex DeYoung at DeYoung Masters
 
CREDITS for 'Everybody’s Dead'
John Treanor - vocals, guitar & keyboards
Josh Drew - bass & backing vocals
Stephen Striegel - drums & percussion
Mastered by Justin Colletti at Joe Lambert Mastering
Additional musical guidance by James Cooper
 

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Sleep Theory Announce "Words Are Worthless" Video

Breakout four-piece Sleep Theory — vocalist Cullen Moore, guitarist Daniel Pruitt, bassist Paolo Vergara, and drummer Ben Pruitt — had a meteoric 2025.

They released their debut album, Afterglow, produced by David Cowell and mixed by Zakk Cervini (Bring Me The Horizon, Bad Omens, Architects), last spring. The album, described by Revolver as an "exciting mix of metalcore, pop and R&B," is their first full-length for Epitaph Records and has accumulated over 515 million global streams to date. The band, lauded as "one of the most compelling new acts in heavy music" by Kerrang!, then embarked on its first-ever headline tour in the summer, most dates of which were sold out, in addition to packing crowds at every festival stage they performed on. They also appeared on the covers of Rock Sound, Kerrang!, Revolver, and Outburn, and continued to turn heads.

Today, they share the video for "Words Are Worthless" from Afterglow

The song is a violin-enhanced power ballad like only Sleep Theory could craft. The video, which features the band in performance mode, boasts a goth noir vibe. Follow along and watch the video below.

SLEEP THEORY ON TOUR: 
HEADLINE TOUR WITH THE PRETTY WILD:
2/6 — Bristol, UK — O2 Academy (SOLD OUT)
2/8 — Glasgow, UK — SWG3 Galvanizers (SOLD OUT)
2/9 — Manchester, UK — O2 Ritz (SOLD OUT)
2/11 — Birmingham, UK — O2 Institute (SOLD OUT)
2/12 — London, UK — O2 Forum Kentish Town (SOLD OUT)
2/14 — Amsterdam, NL — Melkweg OZ (SOLD OUT)
2/15 — Paris, FR — La Machine du Moulin Rouge
2/16 — Antwerp, BE — Zappa
2/18 — Hamburg, DE — Uebel & Gefährlich (SOLD OUT)
2/19 — Berlin, DE — Hole 44 (SOLD OUT)
2/21 — Warsaw, PL — Hydrozagadka (SOLD OUT)
2/22 — Prague, CZ — Futurum Music Bar
2/23 — Vienna, AT — Flex
2/25 — Milan, IT — Slaughter Club
2/26 — Zurich, CH — Dynamo
2/27 — Munich, DE — Technikum  (SOLD OUT)
3/1 — Cologne, DE — Carlswerk Victoria (SOLD OUT)

WITH THREE DAYS GRACE + I PREVAIL:
3/5 — Milwaukee, WI — HOG Fest @ Fiserv Forum
3/6 — Minneapolis, MN — 93X Twin City Takeover @ Target Center
3/12 — Belmont, NY — Loud Island @ UBS Arena
3/13 — Baltimore, MD — 98 Rock Spring Thing @ CFG Bank Arena
3/18 — St. Augustine, FL — Planet Band Camp @ St. Augustine Amphitheatre
3/20 — Clearwater, FL — 98ROCKFEST @ The BayCare Sound
3/21 — Orlando, FL — JRR’s Earthday Birthday @ Central Florida Fairgrounds

U.S. FESTIVALS:
4/25 — Las Vegas, NV — Sick New World
7/18 — Mansfield, OH — Inkcarceration
7/19 — Tinley Park, IL — Summer of ’99 & Beyond Festival
10/24 — Fort Worth, TX — Sick New World

EUROPEAN SUMMER FESITVALS:
6/9 — Rome, IT — Rock in Roma (w/ The Offspring, A Day To Remember)
6/10–14 — Leicestershire, UK — Download Festival
6/18 — Dessel, BE — Graspop Metal Meeting
6/19 — Landgraaf, NL — Pinkpop
6/26 — Münster, DE — Vainstream Rockfest
6/27 — Leipzig, DE — Impericon Festival

Sleep Theory combine energetic hard rock and metalcore, alongside the powerhouse vocalist Cullen Moore. Praised by Jelly Roll and David Draiman, they've toured with Shinedown, Falling In Reverse, and Beartooth. In under two years, they became the fifth most-played artist on Active Rock radio. Afterglow and the Paper Hearts EP merge heavy rock with pop and R&B, producing anthemic bangers and emotional ballads. Saluted by Revolver, Loudwire, and Amazon Music as an Artist to Watch in 2025, they've become one of heavy music's biggest breakouts. With Afterglow, the quartet proves ready to ascend to the next level. Sleep Theory deliver the dynamic, heavy bounce and massive vocal hooks that the rock world desperately needs. Moore is a powerhouse singer who outmatches nearly all his peers, recalling the most classic and timeless pop, R&B, and rock 'n' roll vocalists of the last several decades. Sleep Theory push themselves creatively at every turn, catapulting the genre to new sonic heights. 

Buckcherry Announce Leg One of Summer 2026 "Let It Roar" Tour + Live "Roar Like Thunder" Video

Continuing to support their 11th album Roar Like Thunder, Buckcherry announce today leg one of their summer tour commencing May 2 at the M3 Festival in Columbia, Maryland and ending May 31 at The Diamond Ballroom in Oklahoma City. This leg includes Buckcherry's first appearances at the Welcome To Rockville and Sonic Temple festivals in Daytona Beach, Florida and Columbus, Ohio.

Also today the band premieres a live concert video for the title track from the Roar Like Thunder album, filmed during their 2025 tour. The video can be seen below.

The dates for leg one are below.

BUCKCHERRY LET IT ROAR TOUR 2026:
5/2 —Columbia, MD — M3 Fest
5/3 — Charlotte, NC — Amo's
5/5 — Savannah, GA — Victory North
5/7 — Daytona Beach, FL — Welcome to Rockville
5/8 — Columbia, SC — Ground Zero
5/9 — Myrtle Beach, SC — Suck Bang Blow 
5/11 — Asheville, NC — Orange Peel 
5/12 — Gainesville, GA — The Hall At Bourbon Brothers
5/14 — Salem, VA — Salem Civic Center 
5/15 — Columbus, OH — Sonic Temple
5/16 — Lexington, KY — Manchester Music Hall 
5/18 — Pittsburgh, PA — Jergel's 
5/19 — Allentown, PA — Archer
5/21 — Hampton Beach, NH — Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom
5/22 — Portland, ME — Aura
5/23 — Springfield, MA — Symphony Hall
5/26 — Fort Wayne, IN — Piere's
5/27 — Lansing, MI — Grewall Hall 
5/29 — Nashville, TN — Ryman
5/30 — Little Rock, AR — The Hall
5/31 — Oklahoma City, OK — Diamond Ballroom 

Tickets and more info HERE.

Eihwar Summon Norse Goddess on "Freya's Calling"

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

Today, the cult sensation are announcing the second advanced single from Hugrheim. Rooted in the fantastical, playful cosmology that defines the project, “Freya’s Calling” channels the raw, ecstatic force of the Norse goddess of love, battle, fate and ancient magic. Driven by shamanic drums, trance-inducing chants and pulsating rhythms, the song captures a moment of ritual abandon where music becomes invocation and movement becomes communion. Shoes optional, self-control strongly discouraged.

Watch the official video for “Freya’s Calling” below:

Hugrheim comes out March 13, 2026 on Season of Mist

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

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

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

— Mark & Asrunn

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

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

Artwork & Photography:
© Eihwar


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ATOLL Release New Single “Ripped Apart By Test Tube Monkeys

Arizona slamming death metal juggernaut ATOLL have unleashed their latest single, “Ripped Apart By Test Tube Monkeys,” a savage cut pulled from deep within the band’s catalog and reborn with renewed ferocity. The release arrives as the band tears across the American South on the Swamp Survivors Tour, which kicked off on January 30th.

Originally written years ago, “Ripped Apart By Test Tube Monkeys” has remained a staple of ATOLL’s live set, earning cult-favorite status among fans for its relentless grooves, crushing slam sections, and undeniable mosh appeal. The newly released version was recorded at the outset of one of the band’s largest tours to date, capturing the raw energy and unhinged intensity that defines ATOLL’s live presence.

The band comments: “We recorded this on the kick off of one of our biggest tours last year. Ripped Apart By Test Tube Monkeys is a classic from way back in the Atoll catalog. It's a constant in our live set. People love seeing us play it but we think Wade just likes doing the monkey dance on stage lol. Check out the dates for the Swamp Survivor Tour so you can come dance with us!!!”

The single sets the stage for the Swamp Survivors Tour 2026, a week-long run of brutal, high-octane shows tearing across the American South beginning January 30, 2026. Joined by equally savage support from TRUCKSTOP DICKPILL and SQUELCHING, the tour promises a visceral, sweat-drenched live experience steeped in ATOLL’s signature blend of groove, slam, and technical ferocity.

"Swamp Survivors" 2026 Tour Dates:

01/30 New Orleans, LA Check Point Charlie
01/31 Pensacola, FL Betty's
02/01 Tampa, FL The Brass Mug
02/03 Lake Worth, FL Propaganda
02/04 Winter Park, FL Conduit
02/05 Warner Robins, GA Reverb Room
02/06 Atlanta, GA Bodgs Social & Supply
02/07 Nashville, TN Cobra Bar

About ATOLL:

Formed in 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona, ATOLL has evolved into a relentless force in extreme metal, blending brutal death metal with influences from groove, slam, grind and hardcore. Over the past decade, they’ve built a reputation for their blistering live performances and innovative approach to the genre, sharing stages with giants like Skinless, Gorgasm, and Aborted.

 Their discography, including standout releases like Prepuce and Human Extract, showcases their fearless experimentation, and with their latest album Inhuman Implants, ATOLL has reached new heights, further solidifying their place as pioneers within the extreme metal scene. Now augmented by new drummer Max Stark, the band is set to push the boundaries of aggression with ferocious riffs and slams, continuing to inspire and captivate listeners worldwide.

ATOLL is:

  • Wade Taylor – Vocals 

  • Cameron Broomfield – Bass 

  • Matt Markle – Guitar 

  • Max Stark – Drums 


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NYC's Nevaris brings healing groove on ‘Remedy - Live’, previewing 'SoundSession' EP

Manhattan-based artist Nevaris shares 'Remedy - Live', the second offering from his forthcoming 'SoundSession' EP, blending ultimate groove and rhythm, jazzy saxophone, a slick bassline and addictive lap-guitar with cinematic soundscapism and turntablism. This is the sound that brilliant film soundtracks are made of. 

'Remedy' arrives on the heels of the lead track 'Ninth Sun-Live', a fruitful and soulful extended improvisation that also brings in Afro-Latin, dub and funk elements. 'SoundSession' follows the path Nevaris set out on with his debut album 'Reverberations', releas ed in 2023 via M.O.D. Reloaded, earning praise from the one and only Carlos Santana as "a work of supreme creativity”. 

'SoundSession' is the fourth collaboration between percussionist Agustín Nevaris,legendary bassist-producer Bill Laswell, and this particular lineup of musicians. The nine-piece ensemble involvd in this live studio recording includes DJ Logic, Jonathan Maron, Angel Rodriguez, Will Bernard, Peter Apfelbaum,  Jojo Kuo, Lockatron and Matt Dickey.

"The title 'Remedy' speaks to the power of music to bring healing to our bodies and minds, especially during troubled times like the present. The song was originally written by Bill Laswell and me, and Jonathan Maron does an amazing job of bringing the basslines to life in this version. We all need remedies in this world, and hopefully, the song will have a positive effect on those who hear it," says Agustín Nevaris.

Recorded live in a single session on May 30th, 2023, 'SoundSession' was captured in Laswell’s Orange Sound studio in West Orange, New Jersey. Originally planned as a virtual performance, the band scrapped that idea to instead focus on the simplicity of playing live with multiple cameras documenting the process. With no edits or overdubs to this recording, all instruments were captured synchronously in real time.

Recorded and mixed by James Dellatacoma and mastered by Michael Fossenkember at Turtletone Studios, this recording features interpretations of music previously written by Nevaris and Bill Laswell, including specific basslines that were written by Laswell, which bassist Jonathan Maron learned and performed when Bill was unable to participate in the recording for health reasons.

Agustín Nevaris is a percussionist, keyboardist, vocalist and composer, heavily influenced by Afro-Latin, dub, and funk music. From the Upper West Side of Manhattan, Nevaris also performs under the name Loud Apartment with an evolving lineup of musicians, most notably Bernie Worrell of P-Funk and Talking Heads. Of European and Mexican descent with multi-generational roots in NYC and LA, Nevaris is a visual and multimedia artist, with a vast array of creative projects across mediums. He also co-founded Nolej Records, Nolej Studios and the Uncomun Festival.

"SoundSession is about playing together live without being stressed by ticket sales or a venue accommodating so many musicians. Bill Laswell's studio in West Orange, New Jersey has always been an inspiring place with so much history. (It was built for Franki Valli originally.) The live room is something magnificent. We had never used it in a way that fully took advantage of it," says Nevaris.

"So this was a chance to do so, using the full space of this sizeable room. From the first notes, we could tell there was something good happening. And the recording documents it exactly as it was, with no overdubs or edits. Every note feels right from my perspective; exactly how it happened in real time."

Already in the works is a second studio album that features some truly exciting special guests, which will be released via Bill Laswell's label M.O.D. Reloaded later in 2026.

'Remedy - Live' is available via Bandcamp, where the 'SoundSession' EP can now be pre-ordered. On February 27, 'Soundsession' will be released digitally everywhere including Apple Music and Spotify.

CREDITS
Written by Agustín Nevaris, Bill Lasswell, DJ Logic, Peter Apfelbaum, Jojo Kuo, Will Bernard, Lockatron, Angel Rodriguez, Jonathan Maron & Matt Dickey
Agustín Nevaris - timbales, bongos, Hammond Organ
Angel Rodriguez - bata drums, shekere, congas, darbuka
Jojo Kuo - bata drums, shekere, misc. percussion
DJ Logic - turntables
Peter Apfelbaum - sax, flute, melodica, reed organ
Will Bernard - guitar
Lockatron - drumset
Matt Dickey - guitar
Jonathan Maron - bass
Produced by Agustín Nevaris
Recorded at Orange Sound in West Orange, New Jersey
Recorded & mixed by James Dellatacoma
Mastering by Michael Fossenkember at Turtletone Studios
Artwork by Realize
Artist photos by Michael Black
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR 


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