GORGONAUT Presents New Single "Mastertape", An Exploration Of Being One Small Cog In A Machine

August 23, 2026

Through heavy rhythms and electronic textures, GORGONAUT presents a dynamic sound in the new single release, "Mastertape". The Chicago-based solo project, led by multi-instrumentalist Ryan Bruchert (BLACK SITES, HEWHOCORRUPTS, TRIALS, CENTAURUS), will unveil the forthcoming EP Ayame on October 16, 2026.

Bruchert comments on the concept behind "Mastertape":
"It's the idea that you are one small cog in the machine. You are not the driver - it drives you. The subject matter relates to the mechanic nature of the music itself - the instruments are not individual, and their purpose is primarily to serve the rhythm".

The single's syncopated rhythm is at the heart of the construction of "Mastertape." Only in the track's chorus does the rhythm take a step back and heavy, layered chords carry a dramatic impact. The song's structure sees a half-time choir break before the dynamic energy of "Mastertape" reaches its climax during the middle section in a soft repeat of the chorus.

GORGONAUT and the forthcoming EP arose from a desire to continue writing, creating and producing music alongside major life changes. Ayame delves into introspective themes, obsession, loss of control but also of taking future success into one's own hands.

Ayame was produced, mixed and mastered by Ryan Bruchert at Biffco Studios. The EP cover artwork was created by artist Darius Puia @instagram.bakaarts.

About GORGONAUT:

Created by multi-instrumentalist Ryan Bruchert, known for work with BLACK SITES, HEWHOCORRUPTS, TRIALS, CENTAURUS, GORGONAUT serves as a focused creative platform unrestricted by stylistic boundaries. The project combines heavy guitar driven songwriting with electronic textures, atmospheric layering, and digital influences drawn from both metal and contemporary electronic music.

Drawing influence from artists such as DEVIN TOWNSEND, VOLA, VOYAGER, MOON TOOTH, DREAM THEATER, and THE BIRTHDAY MASSACRE, GORGONAUT continues to explore the intersection of metal, electronic composition, and immersive sound design while pursuing a distinctly personal creative direction.

Connect with GORGONAUT:

Bandcamp: https://gorgonautmusic.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://facebook.com/gorgonautmusic
Instagram: https://instagram.com/gorgonaut_music
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Gorgonautmusic
Twitch: https://twitch.tv/Gorgonaut_music
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ka9Z1GS5M6V918RyMrb4y?si=JT_CNxylQv2z6H_giZVgng
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/gorgonaut/1873463146
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@gorgonautmusic

Bastion Rose Takes Aim at Extremism with Dark, Progressive Rock Anthem "Holy Wars"

August 23, 2026

As they continue their aggressive 2026 release cycle, cinematic hard rock outfit Bastion Rose is preparing to drop their darkest and most politically charged single to date. "Holy Wars," is a heavy, relentless progressive rock anthem that confronts the rising tide of extremism and blind hatred head-on.

Serving as a visceral centerpiece to the band's rapidly unfolding Blue Rising era, "Holy Wars" fuses the colossal, cinematic riffing the band is known for with an urgent, unapologetic message. The track takes direct aim at those who use ideology and dogma to justify destruction, warning that "Holy wars won't make you whole / Holy wars won't save your soul."

For frontman Austin Frink, the song is a necessary reaction to a world increasingly fractured by fanaticism.

"We see extremism repeatedly as a political failing; but it is a spiritual sickness," says Frink. "'Holy Wars' is about the people who are willing to burn the world down and call it salvation. It's about confronting the monsters who use their faith or their faction to justify atrocities. You cannot heal your own brokenness by destroying everything around you."

Musically, "Holy Wars" is a towering achievement of modern heavy rock architecture. It channels the aggressive, wide-dynamic-range progressive that is signature to the band. Building heavily on the world-class sonic foundation established with three-time Grammy-winning producer David Bottrill (Tool, Godsmack, Mastodon, Muse, Rush) on their previous records, the band’s self-produced new material finds them operating at the absolute peak of their technical and dynamic prowess.

"Holy Wars" is available on all major streaming platforms.

STREAM "Holy Wars": https://linktr.ee/bastionrose

Based in Bloomington, Indiana, Bastion Rose has emerged as a high-caliber hard rock project born from a pursuit of light within the darkness. Their sound is a sophisticated collision of post-grunge grit and alternative metal intensity, defined by potent, intelligent guitar work, ethereal soundscapes, monumental riffs, and powerful, impassioned vocals and lyrics. It is a sonic identity that caught the attention of three-time Grammy Award-winning producer David Bottrill. Known for his work with legendary visionaries like Tool, Godsmack, Muse, Peter Gabriel, and Rush, Bottrill describes Bastion Rose as a "new embodiment of classic heavy rock... the sounds, the tones, everything. They are reverential to the style of music from the past, bringing it into the modern world."

Bottrill’s involvement provided the blueprint for Bastion Rose’s world-class production standards. From the debut EP Fade To Blue to the full-length powerhouse Traces of Gold, the collaboration resulted in a sound that is both polished and visceral—music that balances the technical, rhythmic intelligence of Tool with the riff-centric, soaring melodic energy of Audioslave. This cinematic depth is not a studio trick; it is a reflection of a journey through hardship. The creative mission is inextricably linked to the personal story of Austin Frink, who navigated a period of staggering loss, including the sudden deaths of both parents and a cancer diagnosis that threatened to permanently silence his singing voice. Frink turned his pain and survival into a universal message. His lyrics explore the heavy themes of existence, hope, and the fleeting nature of life, transforming personal tragedy into a rallying cry for resilience.

The world has taken notice of this ascent. In less than a year, Bastion Rose has experienced a meteoric rise, with a catalog surpassing 2 million streams and a global community of over 60,000 YouTube subscribers and 53,000 social followers standing behind them. With critical acclaim from industry pillars like SPIN Magazine, Metal Hammer, and Classic Rock Magazine, Bastion Rose has scaled from a studio project into a market-ready force. Striking while the iron is hot, the band is currently unveiling their next prolific chapter: Blue Rising. Spearheaded by the haunting single, "Dust," the record is a philosophical exploration of transience. As Traces of Gold continues to dominate playlists, Blue Rising serves as a clear indicator of the band’s relentless creative pace. For those seeking music that is emotionally resonant and sonically massive, Bastion Rose is the essential melodic voice in the new era of heavy music.

Bastion Rose:
Austin Frink: Vocals and Guitar
Austin Mudd: Guitar
Steve Pierce: Bass
John Donlon: Drums
Barrett Abraham: Keys

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MYSTIC PROPHECY Announces New Album 'In Metal" For November 27, 2026, Via Perception

August 23, 2026

German heavy metal torchbearers MYSTIC PROPHECY have announced their brand-new studio album, In Metal, set for release on November 27, 2026, via PERCEPTION – Powered by Reigning Phoenix Music. Marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the band, the album announcement arrives alongside the release of its first single, “Robots,” accompanied by an official music video.

With more than two decades of history behind it, MYSTIC PROPHECY has long established itself as one of the driving forces of the German and international heavy metal scene. Following the success of its acclaimed albums Metal Divisionand Hellriot, the quintet surrounding charismatic frontman R.D. Liapakis, also known for his work as a vocalist with Michael Schenker, now returns with renewed energy, a strengthened lineup and a record built to hit with maximum impact.

The first taste of In Metal comes in the shape of “Robots,” a hard-hitting statement that turns its attention to one of the defining questions of our time: In an age increasingly shaped by technology, how much control over our own humanity are we willing to surrender?

Vocalist R.D. Liapakis and Dan Baune (guitars) comment on “Robots”:
“In this age of technology our future seems uncertain. We must ask ourselves: How do we keep/protect our humanity? Who decides for us? Or is it too late and we are all Robots already?”

Stream “Robots” here: https://mysticprophecy.rpm.link/robots
Watch the official video Below:

Following Hellriot, MYSTIC PROPHECY is entering its next era with three powerful new additions to the fold. Tommy Gun takes over bass duties, while guitarist Dan Baune, known from NWOBHM act Monument, and drummer Christophe de Combe of Belgian metallers FireForce complete the renewed lineup. Together, they inject even more power, precision and fire into the unmistakable MYSTIC PROPHECY sound.

In Metal was produced by Dan Baune and R.D. Liapakis, with mixing and mastering handled by Henrik Udd. The album stays true to everything that has made MYSTIC PROPHECY a force for more than 20 years while pushing its sound firmly forward. Fans can expect powerful, concise hooks with instant shout-along appeal, technically brilliant riffs and a hard-hitting, monstrous sound. A modern production gives the songs weight, depth and unstoppable headbanging force without sacrificing the band’s classic heavy metal spirit.

Whether on stage or on record, MYSTIC PROPHECY has always treated heavy metal as a passionate ultimate fight: no compromises, no holding back, just pure power. With In Metal, the band is ready to prove once again why it remains at the forefront of international heavy metal. In support of their upcoming album, MYSTIC PROPHECY will hit the road in late 2026, joined by special guests IRON SAVIOR and GENERATION STEEL. Find all dates listed below!

In Metal will be released on November 27, 2026, via PERCEPTION. Pre-order the album at: https://mysticprophecy.rpm.link/inmetalPR

Connect with MYSTIC PROPHECY:
https://www.mysticprophecy.net
https://www.facebook.com/mysticprophecy
https://www.instagram.com/mysticprophecy_official
https://www.youtube.com/@MysticProphecy

The Barbarians of California Release Sophomore Album "Megatons" + Share "Earthquake" Video

August 23, 2026

The Barbarians Of California, featuring Aaron Bruno of AWOLNATION and Eric Stenman of Tinfed and a noted producer, remain equal opportunity iconoclasts with each new song and video they drop. They issue their slump-avoidant sophomore album MEGATONS . Get it here.

They also share the video for "EARTHQUAKE."

Watch the Barbarians get their "gym bro" on below.

"I feel like we are due for another massive earthquake," says Bruno, with his tongue planted firmly in cheek. "So, I wrote a song about it.. .assuming that California will break off into the ocean and Arizona would then be the new coastline."

Regarding the accompanying video, he says, "I wanted to put the band in a setting you'd never expect to find us in."

Gettin' those gains!

With MEGATONS, The Barbarians of California are unleashing fresh chaos straight from the sun-soaked, teeth-gnashing heart of the Golden State. Blending raw hardcore energy, riffs by the pound, and that signature mix of ferocity and tongue-in-cheek humor, these new songs hit like a caffeine-fueled fever dream. Through and through, the band delivers unapologetic anthems that feel both brutally fun yet dangerously addictive.

"Everyone has heard of the sophomore slump," states Stenman. "Making a second album can be a fraught process full of overthinking and self-doubt. Perhaps, the benefit of us starting this band, at this later point in our lives, relieves some of that pressure. This felt so easy, and is a seamless continuation of whatever we started with the first batch of song — just bigger and better."

The Barbarians aren't slowing down — they're just getting louder, meaner, and more ridiculously entertaining.

TBOC have also confirmed their first set of headline tour dates, alongside shows with Guns N' Roses and festival apperances.

All upcoming and confirmed live shows are below.

THE BARBARIANS OF CALIFORNIA LIVE:
9/6 — Pryor, OK — Rocklahoma Festival^
9/8 — Nashville, TN — Exit In
9/9 — St. Louis, MO — Blueberry Hill Duck Room [LOW TIX]
9/11 — Omaha, NE — Waiting Room
9/12 — Ridgedale, MO — Thunder Ridge Nature Arena*
9/14 — Minneapolis, MN — 7th St. Entry [LOW TIX]
9/15 — Milwaukee, WI — Cactus Club [LOW TIX]
9/17 — Chicago, IL — Cobra Lounge [SOLD OUT]
9/18 — Cleveland, OH — The Foundry [LOW TIX]
9/19 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life Festival^
10/23 — Los Angeles, CA — Lodge Room
1/24 — Naples, FL — ShipRocked^
*With Guns N’ Roses
^Festivals

ABOUT THE BARBARIANS OF CALIFORNIA:
The West Coast's contribution to hardcore punk is undeniable. That tradition of aggression, passion, and scrappy melodicism continues with The Barbarians of California, an engaging new manifestation of iconoclastic spirit and true bombast. Born from the shared passion of Aaron Bruno (AWOLNATION) and his longtime engineer Eric Stenman — who cut his teeth in the same Sacramento community that eventually launched diverse and disparate acts like Deftones, Far, Will Haven, Team Sleep, Hella, Dance Gavin Dance, Death Grips, and Trash Talk — the spirit of the underground and the personal catharsis delivered through metallic hardcore never left either of them. So, when Aaron learned that Eric crafted a batch of throwback bangers combining impassioned angst with modern sensibilities, he wanted in immediately. The Barbarians of California was born.

In 2024, the band released their debut album, And Now I'm Just Gnashing My Teeth, and celebrated with a high-energy show at the iconic Troubadour in Los Angeles, cementing their place in the hardcore scene’s next chapter. Since then, they've continued to build momentum with headline shows across LA, a summer 2025 arena tour with Deftones and other festival appearances that brought their explosive live presence to a wider audience. The Barbarians Of California are gearing up in 2026 for the release of their sophomore album MEGATONS.

BEAUTIFUL SKELETONS Release New Album 'Pulse/ Line/ Scar', Unveil Video for "Myrkur"

August 23, 2026

Rising alternative metal band Beautiful Skeletons have released their album, Pulse/Line/Scar , via WURMgroup. Produced by legendary heavy music producer Ulrich Wild (Pantera, Static-X, Breaking Benjamin, White Zombie), the album captures a band unafraid to tear everything apart in pursuit of something honest, powerful, and enduring. Coinciding with the album's release, Beautiful Skeletons have also premiered the official music video for "Myrkur," giving fans a powerful visual to one of the album's standout tracks.

More than a collection of songs, Pulse/Line/Scar serves as a deeply personal yet universally relatable body of work, exploring resilience, identity, loss, and the invisible threads that connect every human experience.

The band shares, "Pulse Line Scar is a universal anthology of lived stories, brought together by the thin red pulse line that connects us all, the same line that brings us life and the same line that leaves a permanent impression."

Pulse/Line/Scar showcases a band that has found strength in vulnerability and purpose through perseverance. Every track reflects the tension between chaos and clarity, pain and healing, creating an album that is as emotionally immersive as it is sonically crushing.

With Pulse/Line/Scar, Beautiful Skeletons are poised to establish themselves as one of alternative metal's most compelling emerging acts, delivering an album that doesn't simply ask to be heard, it demands to be felt.

Please get in touch if you would like to interview the band or review the record.

Stream/Buy Pulse/Line/Scar

https://linktr.ee/beautifulskeletonsband

WATCH the Official Music Video for "Myrkur" Below:

The band was formed in 2017 after guitarist Einar posted a Craigslist ad searching for a vocalist. What began as an instinctive collaboration gradually evolved through lineup changes, setbacks, and creative discovery. Over time, the project transformed from an idea into something none of the members were willing to walk away from—a defining commitment that became, in their words, a "do or die decision you can only make once."

That commitment intensified in 2022 when the band received management support and hit the road alongside Yngwie Malmsteen. The experience offered an unfiltered look at the realities of the music industry and solidified their determination to push Beautiful Skeletons beyond potential and into purpose.

Trying to categorize Beautiful Skeletons has never been easy—and they prefer it that way.

Drawing inspiration from Deftones, Alice In Chains, Sevendust, Korn, and Nine Inch Nails, the group seamlessly blends crushing riffs, haunting atmosphere, soaring melodies, and modern heaviness into a sound that refuses to stay confined to one genre.

That fearless approach reached its fullest expression during the recording of Pulse/Line/Scar. Recorded in Los Angeles and produced by Ulrich Wild at WURMgroup, every song was challenged, dismantled, and rebuilt until it carried the emotional and sonic weight the band envisioned. The process forced Beautiful Skeletons to confront not only their songwriting but also their identity as musicians, resulting in their most focused and powerful work to date.

Beautiful Skeletons:

Tina Firefly - Vocals

Jason Johnson - Bass

Huwy Williams- Drums

Einar Einarsson- Guitars

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CRIMSON STEEL Present Theatrical Gothic Offering "Bleed Into One" Ahead Of Upcoming Album Show No Fear

August 23, 2026

CRIMSON STEEL delve into gothic horror and vampiric mythology in the new single and video, "Bleed into One" featuring guest vocals by James Rivera. The traditional heavy metal band from Raleigh, North Carolina, explore emotive themes of temptation, immortality, surrender, and transformation. "Bleed into One" lands ahead of the forthcoming full-length album Show No Fear is scheduled for release on October 2, 2026 via Heaven and Hell Records.

"Bleed into One" emerges with a dark and enveloping atmosphere. Haunting vocal layers and somber instruments provide a dramatic introduction. Moody and immersive passages are traversed before reaching the track's epic climax. Furthermore, the interplay between Tina Langevin's and guest James Rivera's vocal performance enhances the powerful seductive narrative and ritualistic elements.

Across the arrangement, "Bleed into One" unfolds with ferocious intensity. This shadowy release sees CRIMSON STEEL venture whole-heartedly into dark fantasy. From the inclusion of Latin phrases to atmospheric guitar work, the band have crafted an enthralling offering.

Show No Fear presents CRIMSON STEEL in a fully realized narrative landscape shaped by fear, transformation, power, sacrifice, and perseverance. Across the album, the band brings together traditional heavy metal force, cinematic atmosphere, progressive-minded arrangements, and emotionally charged performances. The record moves with the scope of dark fantasy while staying rooted in the human struggle to confront fear, endure conflict, and emerge with strength.

With Show No Fear, CRIMSON STEEL delivers an album built for listeners drawn to classic heavy metal storytelling, soaring vocals, driving rhythms, and dramatic musicianship. The production preserves warmth and organic energy while giving the record the clarity and impact of a modern heavy metal release.

Show No Fear was produced by Wendy Brancaccio and recorded and mixed at Vintage Noise Studio with Wendy Brancaccio and Bill Spears. The album was mastered by Anthony Focx. Cover artwork and design for Show No Fearis by Johnathan @gerardster.

CRIMSON STEEL is:

Tina Langevin — Lead Vocals
David Ryan — Guitars, Backing Vocals
Joel McGee — Bass, Vocals
Will Adkins — Drums, Backing Vocals

Connect With CRIMSON STEEL

Official Website: https://thecrimsonsteel.com/
Bandcamp: https://crimsonsteel.bandcamp.com/album/show-no-fear
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrimsonSteelband/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crimsonsteelband/
Twitter/X: https://x.com/CrimsonSteelNC
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crimsonsteelband
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecrimsonsteelband
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3TpPiWVblnhwfZbKfAKw96

Night Laser Share "Defenders" Video

August 22, 2026

Hamburg's No. 1 Sleaze rockers Night Laser released a new single and video. The song "Defenders" (Feat. Sebastian Zierof)" is also included on their upcoming studio album Rats In The Cradle.

The band says, "Face first in the rain! Prepare for the final stand. With this epic anthem we are standing strong together, come whatever may. Sebastian Zierof on guest vocals is right there with us in the front line!"

Watch the video below.

Rats In The Cradle will be released on September 25 through Steamhammer worldwide in the following configurations:

Pre-order it here.

NIGHT LASER ON TOUR:
8/22 — Handeloh, DE — Wini Macken Open Air
8/29 — Brockhöfe, DE — Farmfest Open Air
9/19 — Hamburg, DE — Markthalle (with Hardbone)

SPECIAL GUEST FOR AXEL RUDI PELL:
9/23 — Pratteln, CH — Z7
9/25 — Cologne, DE — Live Music Hall
9/26 — Osnabrück, DE — Hydepark
9/27 — Bochum, DE — Zeche
9/29 — Ulm, DE — Roxy
9/30 — Mannheim, DE — Capitol
10/2 — Gelnhausen, DE — Warehouse Seven
10/3 — Stuttgart, DE — Longhorn
10/4 — Regensburg, DE — Eventhall
10/6 — Vienna, AT — Szene
10/7 — Nürnberg, DE — Hirsch
10/8 — Kortrijk, BE — De Kreun
10/9 — Heerlen, NL — Nieuwe Nor
10/10 — Zoetermeer, NL — Boerderij

HEADLINE SHOW:
12/11 — Oberhausen, DE — Helvete

2027:
1/16 — Braunschweig, DE — KuFa Haus
1/23 — Hameln, DE — Regenbogen
2/6 — Hamburg, DE — Bahnhof Pauli
5/8 — Lübeck, DE — Rider's Cafe

NIGHT LASER ARE:
Ingemar Oswald — Drums
Benno Hankers — Vocals
Rob Hankers — Bass
Felipe Zapata Martinez — Guitars

Swedish Folk Metallers FEJD Unleash Fifth Full-Length Album 'Nifelheim'

August 22, 2026

Swedish folk metal pioneers FEJD are proud to release their highly anticipated fifth full-length album, ‘Nifelheim,’ out now via Black Lodge / Sound Pollution.

Rooted in medieval-inspired folk traditions and characterized by the prominent use of traditional acoustic instruments, FEJD have spent more than two decades building a devoted fan base across Sweden and beyond. Their music is defined by strong melodies, epic arrangements, and a deep connection to Nordic history, folklore, and mythology.

Watch the Lyric Video for "Nifelheim" Below:

From the very first note, listeners are drawn into a world of ancient legends, mystical landscapes, and Nordic melancholy. The album masterfully balances tradition and modernity, combining the band's signature folk instrumentation with powerful metal compositions to create an immersive and unforgettable experience.

With ‘Nifelheim,’ FEJD once again proves why they remain one of the leading names in the international folk metal scene. The album is both a tribute to the Nordic cultural heritage and a powerful statement of the band's ability to evolve while staying true to its roots.

‘Nifelheim’ is more than just a new album...it is the next chapter in the saga of FEJD.

Order 'Nifelheim' HERE

FEJD are:

Patrik Rimmerfors: Lead vocals, bouzouki

Niklas Rimmerfors: Moraharpa (keyed fiddle)

Esko Salow: Drums

Lennart Specht: Keyboard

Thomas Antonsson: Bass

SCARHAVEN Share "Clouds" Video

August 22, 2026

SCARHAVEN — a four-piece grunge revival band originally from Washington, DC but who now call NYC home — just dropped the video for new single "CLOUDS."

"'Clouds' is about a relationship that's dying and how one person is being taken advantage of while the other just disrespects their dreams and goals to better themselves. It's about a dying love and how smoking blurs the lines of what’s real and what isn't," the band says.

"Clouds" is soaked in betrayal, resentment, and toxic intimacy. Built on a thick, down-tuned, sweat-drenched riff that grinds and churns with raw emotion, the song boils over repeated cries of endurance ("I kept on") and bitter confrontation ("How low"), capturing the ugly cycle of lies, getting high to cope, and one-sided sacrifice.

With its sludgy grooves, anguished vocals, and claustrophobic atmosphere, it feels like a darker, more personal take on '90s grunge — equal parts Alice in Chains sludge and Soundgarden menace. A raw anthem for anyone who’s carried a dying relationship far longer than they should have.

Live, they're chaos — fury smashing into fragile quiet. Scarhaven — frontman Michael Saint, bassist Jared Edson, guitarist Matt Kilroy, and drummer Shap Shapira — are a middle finger to the polish and pretense of the modern era.

It's the sound of a kid who once hid away in movie theaters, now bleeding through a mic, proving music can drag you out when you're too lost to save yourself.

Bayside Share "Don't Come Easy" B-Side + Announce "Bark at the Moon" EP

August 22, 2026

Since their 2000 formations, Queens punk rock icons BAYSIDE — Anthony Raneri (vocals, guitar), Jack O'Shea (guitar, vocals), Nick Ghanbarian (bass, vocals), and Chris Guglielmo (drums) — have been the purveyors of heartbreak that you can sing along and sink your teeth into. The Queens' 4-piece consistently craft perfect blends of gritty punk energy and razor-sharp pop hooks, giving the alternative world emotionally raw storytelling wrapped up in punchy catchiness that mirrors the chaotic world we live in.

This summer, the band has been issuing EPs curated and selected by a specific band member, complete with artwork designed by said member. Each collection also features a B-side from 2011's Killing Time that has never been digitally released and was only available via vinyl.

It's time for another Bayside B-side!

Killing Time B-side is "Don't Come Easy," and it appears on the Bark At the Moon collection, assembled by Ghanbarian. Watch the visualizer below.

"Don't Come Easy" paints a vivid and candid portrait of a real American boy trying to figure out who he is and where he fits into this great big world. With its slice of life Americana lyrics, paired with post-hardcore and punk rock's oh-so-familiar three chords and the distinct talk-sing vocal style of Raneri, "Don't Come Easy" is a little bit Gaslight Anthem, a little bit Bruce Springsteen, and even a little bit Taylor Swift in how specific details and information about this American boy becoming a man are so immediate — you'll feel like you know him. It's all wrapped up in a post-hardcore package that only Bayside can deliver.

"'Don't Come Easy’ is the first song we wrote from the Killing Time sessions," Ghanbarian recalls. "I remember being really happy with it and thinking it was going to be a lead single, but after writing more songs for Killing Time, it shaped up to be a bit different. The album ended up having more fast and aggressive songs so the blue collar storyline of 'Don't Come Easy' didn't fit in with the rest of the album by then. It was a tough decision, but we knew it would be released eventually — and here we are!"

Bayside kicked off the B-side and EP series with Anywhere But Here, curated by Guglielmo and featuring "Monster." Watch the visualizer here. They followed with Proxima Centauri B, assembled by Raneri and featuring "Battle Scars." Watch the visualizer here.

The band recently announced its Fall 2026 tour plans. They will hit the road on a headline run that kicks off September 15 in Fort Collins, Colorado and runs through October 10 in Louisville, Kentucky. Driveways and Grave Secrets will serve as support. Bayside will also appear at several festivals, including Warped Tour, Riot Fest, and more. All dates are below. Tickets and VIP packages are on sale now at this location.

BAYSIDE ON TOUR:
WITH DRIVEWAYS + GRAVE SECRETS:
9/15—Fort Collins, CO—Washington's
9/16—Omaha, NE—The Waiting Room
9/18—Chicago, IL—Riot Fest*

9/19 — Chicago, IL — Concord Music Hall**

9/20—Grand Rapids, MI—Elevation
9/22—Rochester, NY—Anthology
9/23—Providence, RI— Fete Ballroom
9/25—Pittsburgh, PA—Four Chord Music Festival*
9/26—Richmond, VA—The Canal Club+
9/27—New Haven, CT—Toad's Place
9/29—Asheville, NC—The Orange Peel
9/30—Charleston, SC—Charleston Music Hall
10/2—New Orleans, LA—House of Blues New Orleans
10/3— Birmingham, AL—Workplay Soundstage
10/4— Fayetteville, AR—George's Majestic Lounge
10/6—San Antonio, TX— Rock Box
10/8—Lawrence, KS— Liberty Hall
10/9—Indianapolis, IN— Hi-Fi Annex
10/10—Louisville, KY— Mercury Ballroom
*Festival
+No Driveways
**Riot Fest After Show with Motion City Soundtrack

Miss May I Share "Death Threat" Video — WATCH // Band Touring This Fall

August 22, 2026

MISS MAY I — Levi Benton [vocals], Jerod Boyd [drums], Ryan Neff [bass], and Elisha Mullins [guitar ] — will unleash their new album NO PLACE FOR ME on October 2 via Solid State Records. Pre-order it here.

The band delivers the video for "DEATH THREAT." Watch it below.

The video is also completely DIY endeavor for the band. The concept was conceived by Benton and produced and directed by William Story and the video was shot at the band's own properties and with whatever they could get their hands on!

The song confronts a harsh but necessary reality so many are unwilling to face in order to grow and learn. And it does so with with groove-centric, anthemic energy.

"'Death Threat' is about being held in an emotional chokehold while someone uses your own flaws against you," declares Benton. "Our darker habits deserve to be seen and worked through, not weaponized. The song walks through that worst-case scenario — someone turning your darkness on you — before landing on clarity; finally hearing what needs to be heard and doing what needs to be done."

Regarding the album, the singer reveals it was a truly cathartic process to write and record it, saying, "No Place For Me is everything I've felt for a long time but never had the words for. Writing it taught me who I actually am even when that hurt to look at. It's a full journey: Where it started, what I discovered, and where I am today." These are the tentpole concepts of the album and are why fans are going to connect with it on a level so deep, it touches marrow.

Miss May I have also announced their Fall 2026 tour plans. They will hit the road on the The Perpetual Iron tour, which is a co-headline trek with Born of Osiris. Convictions and Downswing will also appear. All dates are below. Get tickets here.

MISS MAY I ON TOUR:
WITH BORN OF OSIRIS, CONVICTIONS, + DOWNSWING:
11/06 — Pontiac, MI — The Crofoot
11/07 — Pittsburgh, PA — Preserving
11/08 — Asbury Park, NJ — House of Independents
11/10 — Norwalk, CT — District Music Hall
11/11 — Reading, PA — Reverb
11/13 — Greensboro, NC — Hangar 1819
11/15 — Nashville, TN — Eastside Bowl
11/16 — Greenville, SC — The Radio Room
11/18 — Charlotte, NC — The Underground
11/19 — Charleston, SC — Music Farm
11/20 — Tampa, FL — Orpheum
11/21 — West Palm Beach, FL — The Banyan Live
11/22 — Jacksonville, FL — The Albatross
11/24 — Destin, FL — Club LA
11/25 — New Orleans, LA — House of Blues
11/27 — Houston, TX — Warehouse Live Midtown
11/28 — Austin, TX — Come and Take It Live
11/29 — Deep Ellum, TX — Puzzles
11/30 — Odessa, TX — Ector Theater
12/02 — Albuquerque, NM — Sunshine Theater
12/03 — Mesa, AZ — Nile Theater
12/04 — Pomona, CA — The Glass House
12/05 — Fresno, CA — Fulton 55
12/06 — Roseville, CA — Goldfield Trading Post
12/08 — Portland, OR — Hawthorne Theater
12/09 — Seattle, WA — The Crocodile
12/11 — Boise, ID — Shrine Social Club
12/12 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Metro Music Hall
12/13 — Denver, CO — Summit
12/15 — Columbia, MO — The Blue Note
12/17 — Minneapolis, MN — Cabooze
12/18 — West Chicago, IL — WC Social Club
12/19 — Dayton, OH — Relentless Fest

Instead of letting doubts, anxiety, negativity, and intrusive thoughts run wild, Miss May I will catch and turn even the most volatile feelings into airtight anthems. The Ohio-bred quartet ground extreme emotions in a taut framework of technically adroit riffing, hardcore grooves, and unforgettable melodies. The band has expertly honed an uncanny ability to make sense of life on tape. That's why fans worldwide have leaned on the group's music since their emergence in 2007. Following years of grinding, 2012's At Heart marked a breakthrough moment for the group when it bowed at #32 on the Billboard 200. Their impact only expanded with Deathless [2015] and Shadows Inside [2017], which both debuted in the Top 10 of the Billboard Top Independent Albums Chart and Top Rock Albums Chart. In 2022, Curse Of Existence received widespread critical acclaim from the likes of Alternative Presswho raved: "Miss May I have penned one of their strongest records yet." V13 hailed it as "packed full of emotion and heartfelt rage," and Outburn marveled at "their fast, aggressive, thrashy metalcore mixed with powerful lyrics." Along the way, they generated hundreds of millions of streams and toured with everyone from Killswitch Engage and Parkway Drive to Motionless In White. In 2026, the collective continue to strike a deep chord with their eighth full-length offering and Solid State debut LP, No Place For Me.

From Ashes to New Share New Version of "Die For You" (Feat. Neoni)

August 22, 2026

FROM ASHES TO NEW are serving up their current single "Die For You," from the recently-released album REFLECTIONS, out now via Better Noise Music, with an exhilarating twist.

The new version features guest vocals from Neoni, the alt-pop sister duo behind the self-proclaimed motto "sisters who argue and write songs."

Listen here.

"Die For You," which enjoyed a viral moment as the band took a firm and active stance against bullying, climbing the Active Rock Charts and currently sits at No. 15. The song is the follow up to "Drag Me," the band's first-ever No. 1 at rock radio.

The band took an active stance against bullying, which demonstrated the depth of their connection with their fans. The band posted a video of one of their fans singing "Die For You" at a show, and noticed bullying comments being made towards the fan and immediately leapt to her defense. Brandyberry doubled down and addressed this behavior from the stage, reinforcing the fact that the band will not tolerate such antics. The band also reached out to the fan and promised her lifetime guest lists to their shows.

The track is now available as a new version where the sisters' voices offer a stunning sonic counterpoint to those of vocalists Matt Brandyberry and Danny Case, further amplifying the song's moody melodies and emotional heft.

Watch the visualizer below.

"Neoni has such a unique identity and brings an energy to their music that we really love," states Brandyberry. "'Die For You' felt like the perfect opportunity to bring our separate sides of the alternative worlds together and create something that feels fresh, emotional, and uniquely ours."

Neoni echo the excitement, saying, "It was such a pleasure to work with everyone in From Ashes to New to add our perspective to such an incredible song. We had so much fun and we can't wait for you to hear it."

FROM ASHES TO NEW — Danny Case (vocals), Matt Brandyberry (vocals), Lance Dowdle (guitar), Maty Madiro (drums), and Jimmy Bennett (guitar) — will remain on the road all year, with a massive touring schedule planned. All confirmed FATN tour dates are below.

FROM ASHES TO NEW:
WITH SHINEDOWN:
8/21 — Welch, MN — Treasure Island Resort & Casino
8/22 — Glen Flora, WI — Northwoods Rock Rally
8/23 — Springfield, IL — Illinois State Fair
9/17 — Louisville, KY — Louder Than Life*
10/1 — Sacramento, CA — Aftershock*
10/4 — Ciudad de México, MX — Multiforo Alicia
10/23 — Miramar Beach, FL — Shinedown’s Lunatic Ball Beach Weekend 2026
*Festival

AUSTRALIAN DATES:
10/9 — Sydney, AUS — Factory Theatre
10/11 — Melbourne, AUS — 170 Russell
10/13 — Adelaide, AUS — Lion Arts Factory
10/15 — Brisbane, AUS — The Triffid

Listen to FROM ASHES TO NEW online at:
SPOTIFY, APPLE, AMAZON, DEEZER, PANDORA

Windwaker Share "do or die" Video

August 22, 2026

Australia's genre-bending WINDWAKER — vocalist Liam Guinane, guitarist Justin Keurntjes, bassist Indey Salvestro, drummer Chris Lalic, and synths/samples specialist Connor Robins — recently announced their third album, smile, you're on camera. It arrives on October 23 through Fearless Records. Pre-order it here.

The band has share the video for "do or die." Watch it below.

You know those songs that you just can't get out of your head? No matter what you do you, you can't purge it or turn it off? Rather, it insists on taking up real estate in your brain because it's so damn catchy and, well, good? Windwaker's "do or die" is one of those earworms — it takes hold and doesn't let go. With grinding, powerhouse guitar grooves, bouncy, hip-hop-inspired vocals, a sprinkling of smooth and sexy falsetto, and teeth-baring screams, "do or die" courses like an electric current from your scalp down to your toes. Lyrically, the song looks at class vs. culture wars, with the band noting that the track "points out the division we're currently facing and urges the people to embrace the tribe mentality but to unify over the common enemy of leaders who don’t serve our best interests."

"Everywhere we look there is conflict, we are surrounded by it and have never been so divided as a humanity," the band says. "Wars between countries, toxic online discourse over ideology, countries divided over political policy from within, what we think is right and wrong has become a tribe identity and we are at war with one another. Leaders will call it a 'culture war' when in reality it's a way of keeping us distracted from class war that has been happening for decades. 'do or die' points out the division we're currently facing and urges the people to embrace the tribe mentality but to unify over the common enemy of leaders who don’t serve our best interests."

As a whole, smile, you're on camera. ruminates on the weight of time and growth, struggles and sacrifice for the better life and authenticity in spite of a world full of superficial and sinister characters and bad actors. It's a collection of catchy, energetic and heartfelt songs. The album is highly introspective and does not follow a linear narrative, instead presenting a series of personal reflections and snapshots that capture the emotional highs and lows of this period. It's a celebration of how far the band has come and a candid look at the pressure of being seen, leaving listeners with a sense of both resolution and ongoing evolution.

Windwaker are touring with Beartooth + DON BROCO this fall. All dates are below.

WINDWAKER ON TOUR:
WITH BEARTOOTH + DON BROCO:
11/11 — Boston, MA — MGM Music Hall at Fenway
11/12 — New York, NY — Hammerstein Ballroom
11/13 — Philadelphia, PA — Franklin Music Hall
11/15 — National Harbor, MD — The Theater at MGM National Harbor
11/16 — Buffalo, NY — Electric City*
11/18 — Pittsburgh, PA — Stage AE
11/20 — Chicago, IL — Aragon Ballroom
11/21 — St. Paul, MN — Myth
11/22 — Omaha, NE — Steelhouse Omaha
11/24 — Grand Rapids, MI — Elevation*
11/25 — Indianapolis, IN — Hi-Fi Indy*
11/27 — St. Louis, MO — Delmar Hall*
11/28 — Nashville, TN — The Truth
11/29 — Atlanta, GA — Coca-Cola Roxy
12/1 — Charlotte, NC — The Fillmore
12/2 — Charleston, SC — The Refinery
12/4 — St. Augustine, FL — St. Augustine Amphitheatre
12/5 — Fort Lauderdale, FL — War Memorial Auditorium
12/7 — New Orleans, LA — The Fillmore
12/9 — Austin, TX — ACL Live — Moody Theater
12/10 — Dallas, TX — South Side Ballroom
12/12 — Denver, CO — The Fillmore
12/13 — Salt Lake City, UT — The Union
12/15 — Albuquerque, NM — Revel Entertainment Center
12/16 — Phoenix, AZ — Arizona Financial Theatre
12/18 — Los Angeles, CA — Hollywood Palladium
12/19 — Wheatland, CA — Hard Rock Live
*Don Broco + Windwaker Only

YELLOWCARD ANNOUNCE DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE EXPANDED ALBUM "BETTER DAYS" (DELUXE EDITION) + SHARE NEW SONG "CALVARY DRIVE"

August 22, 2026

Celebrating a creative renaissance in 2026, multi-platinum pop-punk royalty Yellowcard brighten up a banner year with the release of their brand new, digital-only Deluxe Edition of Better Days on September 18 via Better Noise. Teasing this expanded version, the group also just served up a new and and previously unreleased song, entitled "Calvary Drive," out now.

Pre-order/Pre-save Better Days (Deluxe Edition) here.

Listen to "Calvary Drive" here.

Watch the lyric video below.

"Calvary Drive" finds Yellowcard firing on all cylinders yet again. It bursts to life with driving guitars, infectious hooks, and the kind of kinetic energy that's become the band's trademark. It culminates on an anthemic chorus spiked with a sunny melody and showcases every bit of what fans have come to love and expect from the four-piece.

"'Calvary Drive' was the very first demo we worked on with Travis Barker and our friend Nick Long," says singer Ryan Key. "We were just getting a feel for working together over a weekend and had no idea that this idea would be the spark for what became Better Days. It’s fun to listen back now and hear where we started, and how much the sound evolved from there.”

Barker fondly recalls the experience as “such an easy project and easy group of guys to make music with,” with the whole band fully invested in the process: “Everyone in the band was really active and really a part of everything in the studio.” One song became another, a day became weeks, and before long an entire record had emerged from a collaboration that was never originally intended to go that far. “Next thing you know it was like we’re getting back in the studio and we were scheduling weeks to work with each other and recorded an entire album.” What began as Travis Barker simply jumping in for a day had organically become the album Better Days. And it's that partnership that blossomed into a collaboration with another legacy hitmaker: Avril Lavigne.

"My friend Travis [Barker] called me up to say he was producing the new Yellowcard album and I really liked what I heard," Lavigne shared. "When he played me 'You Broke Me Too,' I liked how it can be an anthem people can relate to when finding hope after a relationship." The pairing felt particularly fitting: a song conceived in the spirit of the huge, emotionally charged ballads that helped define the early 2000s ultimately brought together two artists synonymous with that era, with Barker acting as the bridge between them.

The new material notably lands in the wake of the cross-generational phenomenon "Bedroom Posters" (Feat. Blippi). The reimagined track landed looks from Rock Sound and New Noise Magazine, who applauded how, "This version of the song preserves the original's high-spirit energy and Blippi adds his own distinctive spark to it." "Bedroom Posters" marked their second collab with Blippi following "Go Go Go."

At the top of the year, the band teamed up with Good Charlotte for the first collaborative version of "Bedroom Posters." Popping off as a match made in pop-punk heaven, it tallied 2.6 million Spotify streams and vaulted to #1 on the Billboard Alternative Airplay Chart. A piece on Consequence applauded how "the song finds Key trading vocals with Good Charlotte’s Joel Madden," while Rolling Stone put it best: "It's the collaboration made in pop-punk dreams."

Two #1 singles coming from the one album, this signals not only a return to form, but a undeniable triumph; a band that still cuts through the noise nearly three decades into their career.

Next up, Yellowcard will canvas North America throughout the rest of August and into September on tour. They make stops at Musikfest 2026, Vans Warped Tour, Oceans Calling Festival, and more. In November, they cross the pond to hit the road in Europe and the UK with Good Charlotte.

YELLOWCARD ON TOUR:
SELECT DATES:
8/22 — Monreal, QC — Vans Warped Tour 2026
9/4 — Clearwater, FL — 97X Next Big Thing Legends
9/6 — Orlando, FL — Eat To The Beat Concert Series
9/7 — Orlando, FL — Eat To The Beat Concert Series
9/25 — Ocean City, MD — Oceans Calling Festival

WITH GOOD CHARLOTTE IN EUROPE + THE UK:
11/8 — Stockholm, Sweden — Hovet
11/11 — Munich, Germany — Zenith
11/13 — Forest, Belgium — Vorst Nationaal/Forest National
11/14 — Dusseldorf, Germany — Mitsubishi Electric Hall
11/16 — Amsterdam, Netherlands — AFAS Live
11/17 — Paris, France — Zenith Paris – La Villette
11/19 — London, UK — The O2
11/20 — Manchester, UK — Co-Op Live

ROB ZOMBIE RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “BLACK RAT COFFIN”

August 21, 2026

Rock and metal icon ROB ZOMBIE has unveiled the official music video for ‘Black Rat Coffin,’ another standout track from his acclaimed new studio album, The Great Satan, available now via Nuclear Blast Records.

One of the album’s darker and more sinister cuts, ‘Black Rat Coffin’ delivers Zombie’s unmistakable collision of heavy grooves, twisted imagery and horror-soaked rock ‘n’ roll.

Released earlier this year, The Great Satan finds Zombie firing on all cylinders across 15 tracks, including ‘Punks And Demons,’ ‘Heathen Days,’ ‘(I’m A) Rock ‘N’ Roller,’ ‘F.T.W. 84,’ ‘The Black Scorpion,’ ‘Tarantula’ and ‘Black Rat Coffin.’

Purchase/Stream The Great Satan: https://robzombie.bfan.link/the-great-satan

ROB ZOMBIE is currently on a Summer 2026 co-headline tour with labelmate MARILYN MANSONwith support from THE HU and ORGY. Tickets and VIP packages onsale now at https://www.robzombie.com/tour

ROB ZOMBIE (w/MARILYN MANSON) Tour Dates:

8/20 - West Palm Beach, FL - iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre^+

8/21 - Tampa, FL - MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre^+

8/23 - Alpharetta, GA - Ameris Bank Amphitheatre^+

8/24 - Charlotte, NC - Truliant Amphitheater^+

8/26 - Holmdel, NJ - PNC Bank Arts Center^+

8/27 - Mansfield, MA - Xfinity Center^+

8/29 - Burgettstown, PA - The Pavilion at Star Lake^+

8/30 - Darien Center, NY - Darien Lake Amphitheater^+

9/01 - Toronto, ON - RBC Amphitheatre^+

9/02 - Cuyahoga Falls, OH - Blossom Music Center^+

9/04 - Clarkston, MI - Pine Knob Music Theatre^+

9/05 - Tinley Park, IL - Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre^+

9/06 - Noblesville, IN - Ruoff Music Center^+

9/09 - St. Louis, MO - Hollywood Casino Amphitheater^+

9/10 - Kansas City, MO - Morton Amphitheater^+

9/12 - Greenwood Village, CO - Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre^+

9/14 - West Valley City, UT - Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre^+

9/16 - Airway Heights, WA - BECU Live at Northern Quest+

9/17 - Auburn, WA - White River Amphitheatre^+

9/18 - Ridgefield, WA - Cascades Amphitheater^+

9/20 - Concord, CA - Toyota Pavilion at Concord^+

^With The Hu

+With Orgy

About ROB ZOMBIE:

As a rock icon and filmmaker with a unique vision, Rob Zombie has continuously challenged audiences as he stretches the boundaries of both music and film. He has sold more than fifteen million albums worldwide, and is the only artist to experience unprecedented success in both music and film as the writer/director of nine feature films including “HOUSE OF 1000 CORPSES,” “THE DEVIL’S REJECTS,” “THE MUNSTERS” and the number one smash “HALLOWEEN.”

After five years, Rob Zombie is back with new music as he announces his latest record, THE GREAT SATAN, out on Nuclear Blast in 2026. The new music brings Zombie back to his Hellbilly roots with frenetic cuts such as ‘Punks And Demons,’ ‘Heathen Days,’ ‘(I’m a) Rock ‘N’ Roller’ and ‘Tarantula.’

Rob Zombie has achieved great success in the music industry, first as a member of the multi-platinum band White Zombie and later as a solo artist with even greater results collecting numerous multi-platinum and gold albums along the way including Hellbilly Deluxe, The Sinister Urge and Educated Horses. Rob Zombie’s most recent record, The Lunar Injection Kool Aid Eclipse Conspiracy (2021), debuted at #9 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart, making it his 7th consecutive solo album to debut in the top 10.

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Black Metal Kings DARK FUNERAL Release New Live Album 'A Beast To Praise' — Out Now via Century Media

August 21, 2026

Today, the Swedish kings of black metal, DARK FUNERAL, unleash their long awaited new live album, ‘A Beast To Praise,’ out now via Century Media. To celebrate the live release’s street date, the band shares a new live video for “Nail Them To The Cross (Live in Stockholm),” available below.

Recorded at Fållan in Stockholm in 2022, 'A Beast To Praise' captures DARK FUNERAL's devastating live performance in support of their acclaimed album 'We Are The Apocalypse.'Spanning 13 tracks and nearly 70 minutes, the release showcases the band's relentless stage presence while celebrating an album that entered the charts across Europe upon it's 2022 release, including #6 in Germany, #13 in Finland, #28 in Switzerland, #29 in Austria, and #31 in Sweden.

Watch the Live Video for "Nail Them To The Cross"

DARK FUNERAL’s Lord Ahriman comments on ‘A Beast To Praise’:

“‘A Beast To Praise’ (Live at Fållan, Stockholm) captures a very important moment in the history of DARK FUNERAL — not only the live release ritual for ‘We Are The Apocalypse,’but also our return to the stage after years of silence during the pandemic. That night at Fållanwas intense in every possible way. The energy in the room, the fire, the audience, and the atmosphere all came together into something far beyond an ordinary concert. This release is the immortal document of that night. With the release of this live album and the upcoming European touring cycle in the fall of 2026, we now close the chapter surrounding ‘We Are The Apocalypse.’ At the same time, we are already deeply focused on the next era of DARK FUNERAL and hard at work creating new material for what will become our next studio album, planned for release in 2027. And as one chapter closes, a new one is already taking shape — bigger, darker, and more epic than ever before...”

Order 'A Beast To Praise' HERE

DARK FUNERAL will next embark on the massive “In League With Satan” tour across Europe together with Behemoth and Dimmu Borgir in October. All upcoming tour dates currently announced can be found below.

DARK FUNERAL Live:

August 6-9 - Schlotheim, Germany @ Party.San Open Air

August 28-30 - Câmpulung, Romania @ Posada Rock

August 28-30 - Požega, Serbia @ Hellhammer Festival

"In League With Satan" – European Tour

w/ Behemoth & Dimmu Borgir

October 9 - Zurich, Switzerland @ Halle 622

October 10 - Zwickau, Germany @ Sparkassen-Arena Zwickau

October 11 - Esch sur Alzette, Luxembourg @ Rockhal

October 13 - Milan, Italy @ Alcatraz

October 14 - Munich, Germany @ Zenith

October 16 - Paris, France @ Zenith

October 18 - Den Bosch, The Netherlands @ Mainstage

October 20 - Cologne, Germany @ Palladium

October 22 - Hamburg, Germany @ Inselpark Arena

October 23 - Berlin, Germany @ Columbiahalle

October 24 - Brno, Czech Republic @ Hala Vodova

October 27 - Helsinki, Finland @ Ice Hall

October 29 - Stockholm, Sweden @ Hovet

October 30 - Copenhagen, Denmark @ K.B. Hallen

DARK FUNERAL Live 2027

August 21 - Dinkelsbühl, Germany @ Summer Breeze Open Air

August 22 - Carhaix, France @ Motocultor Festival

More info and tickets can be found HERE

Stay alert for more news on DARK FUNERAL and many more shows to be announced soon…

DARK FUNERAL are:

Lord Ahriman – Guitars

Chaq Mol – Guitars

Heljarmadr – Vocals

Adra-Melek – Bass

Jalomaah – Drums

Cenobia Signs to Fearless Records + Shares "Swallowed By the World" Video — WATCH // Announces EP

August 21, 2026

FEARLESS RECORDS is thrilled to welcome enigmatic artist CENOBIA to the worldwide roster.

Hailing from Sydney, Australia, Cenobia independently released her debut single "Devour Me" in 2025. Months later, she re-emerged with her second single, "Throne of Want," followed by "Make Us Whole Again." Amidst cryptic ciphers and narrative-driven music videos, she quickly amassed millions of streams, views, and a rabid fanbase. Her rapid ascent has caused many to speculate whether she is real or a product of AI.

But she is, in fact, real.

She crafts music from the dark, without aid, without favor, and without compromise. She simply writes music for someone who will never hear it.

Deeply inspired by her favourite video games, Cenobia has shrouded her art in cryptic lore and immersive visual chapters, cultivating a devoted following: "Her Collective."

She welcomes you in.

Cenobia wil release the Lethal Devotion EP on September 18.Pre-save it here.

Additionally, she has shared the video for new single "Swallowed By the World." Watch it Below:

Cenobia returns upon a dark steed. "Swallowed By The World" is her fourth chapter — a modern metal track that steadily escalates sonic tension through riffs that resonate, haunting melodies, and plate-shifting breakdowns. Exploring themes of internal conflict, obsession, and triumph, "Swallowed By The World" balances delicate emotions with relentless intensity. She has returned to swallow the world whole.

About this latest transmission, Cenobia states, "Cenobia gifts you her fourth chapter, 'Swallowed By The World.' Her end. Her beginning.'A divine awakening is upon us. Her eyes are yet to open.' Devoured whole. A fractured rebirth. She was swallowed by the world, forged in trauma. Her quest to be made whole again draws to an end. Now, her divine awakening is upon us. She is Cenobia. She too will devour the stars."

ENSLAVED - announces new studio album 'Mið' & reveals new track/video 'Solar Will'

August 20, 2026

Progressive trailblazers Enslaved have officially announced their forthcoming studio album, Mið, set for release on October 30 via Nuclear Blast Records. Throughout their 35 year journey, across 17 albums, the Norwegian vanguard have continually redefined the boundaries of progressive black metal, weaving Old Norse histories and sacred traditions into complex modern soundscapes. With their latest offering, Enslaved turn their gaze toward the fundamental concept of the axis: the middle, the origin, and the infinite reach of the present moment.

Alongside this news, the band have unveiled the transcendant new single 'Solar Will', both a paean to a divine spark, and a testament to the album title’s fundamental concept: a centre whose reach is infinite. It's accompanying video was created by Kolibri Media, long term partners of Enslaved based in Bergen.

Guitarist Ivar Bjørnson stated:
"There have been sun cults as long as Magic Man has been around (at least). The Sun is a nurturing and terrifying parent that can grant as well as obliterate life totally. Such a classic and awe-inspiring object of our worship and myths requires classic and awesome riffs, Bonham-esque drum grooves and blistering melodic flares celebrating its horrific glory. This is what that sounds like to me: “Solar Will”!"

Voicalist / bassist Grutle Kjellson adds:

“Solar Will explores archetypal conflicts, those that manifest in nature, the cosmos, mythology, and, above all, within the human mind. In this instance, the central struggle is expressed through one of the enduring rivalries found in Norse mythology, embodied by two important, though often somewhat overlooked, figures within the pantheon. Readers familiar with the Norse mythological tradition will likely recognize the identities rather instantly, yet I shall refrain from naming them, allowing each reader the opportunity to engage with and decipher the lyrics on their own. After all, perhaps this is one of the essential functions of lyric writing: to invite interpretation and cultivate a sense of wonder? The conclusion, or more precisely, the absence of one, suggests that, for human beings, chaos and dreams are at least as significant as the realities we perceive through our senses. Ultimately, the work advocates not for resolution, but for the acceptance, assimilation, and shaping of these often contradictory forces."

Pre-order Mið here: https://enslaved.bfan.link/mid
Stream 'Solar Will' here: https://enslaved.bfan.link/solar-will
Watch the video for 'Solar Will' below:

Enslaved live in 2026

18 Sep 26 NO - Sortland @ Sortland Jazzfestival 2026
29 Oct 26 NO - Bergen @ Kulturhuset - Album Release Show
30 Oct 26 NO - Oslo @ Big Dipper - Signing Session / Meet & Greet
31 Oct 26 NO - Oslo @ Oslo Spektrum w/ Dimmu Borgir & Satyricon

Enslaved live in 2027

27-30 May 27 US - Baltimore @ Maryland Deathfest 2027

Tickets available here: Tour - Enslaved

Never faltering, Norway’s iconic Enslaved continue to exist as one of the most original and dependable components in our scene's indestructible backbone. Possessing the reputation as one of the most riveting live acts around, they never fail to offer us talent of the highest calibre, always doing justice to their signature black/progressive sound. Enslaved was formed in 1991 by Ivar Bjørnson and Grutle Kjellson, releasing their first demo Yggdrasill in the summer of 1992, their legendary mini-album Hordanes Land coming out in 1993, and with their debut full-length Vikingligr Veldi arriving in the spring of 1994.

It’s a rare and remarkable feat that 35 years and now 17 albums in, Enslaved’s horizons still continue to expand. Every stage of the Bergen band’s evolution, every new phase entered, has felt like an organic act of discovery and renewal. Their journey has been at once a commitment to a promise that found its embryonic form in the Norwegian black metal scene they emerged from, and a willingness to challenge both orthodoxy and themselves from the off to make that potential manifest.

Enslaved’s new album, Mið, an Old Norse word for ‘centre’, or ‘middle’, marks another departure, and another new beginning. The band have always dealt in states of transition, nor least on the thematically linked, mythology-steeped rites of passage that were 2020’s Utgard and 2023’s Heimdal. What lay beyond, however, was… unexpected.

Mið is an album that sheds light on harmonies and dialogues embedded all around us: between the ways of the past, and how they can bring enlightenment to the present, between small kernels of truth and their ability to project onto the most universal on canvases, and between band members relying on instinct and each other to create a record that galvanises on every possible level.

Enslaved are:
Ivar Bjørnson | guitars
Grutle Kjellson | vocals, bass
Arve 'Ice Dale' Isdal | guitar
Håkon Vinje | keyboards
Iver Sandøy | drums

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SIFYN Announce "Self-Encrypted" EP & A New Era Of Pop-Metalcore

August 20, 2026

Minneapolis pop-metalcore outfit, SIFYN, pull at the threads of pain, connection, and survival on brand new single, "Code", out now. The track also arrives alongside the announcement of the band's forthcoming EP, "Self-Encrypted", set for release on December 4. Fusing the impact of metal with alternative rock, atmosphere, emo vulnerability, and pop-forward melody, "Code" is an urgent first glimpse into SIFYN's evolving sound. Watch the new video for "Code" below.

Beginning with the flicker of a television screen lost in static, the brand new video for "Code" erupts in a kaleidoscope of color and flashing lights to heighten the track's tension of between the urge to protect someone and the reality that they must find their own way forward. As anticipation builds for "Self-Encrypted", "Code" sets the pace for a new SIFYN chapter that is brighter, bolder, and built around an even stronger sense of momentum.

Reflecting on the strain of carrying the weight of someone else's pain on "Code", founding member and frontman Lukas Magyar shares:

"We can't wait to see how people react to our new sound. "Code" is full of brilliant moments and I think our fans will agree. It'll give everyone a glimpse of what is next for us."

Excited to introduce the next era of SIFYN with "Self-Encrypted", founding member and frontman Lukas Magyar emphasizes:

"Self Encrypted is an exciting collection. We packed a lot of substance into this body of work. I look forward to performing every track on this EP. It's challenging and it's emotional and energetic, but mostly it's just a ton of fun."

Drawing weight from metalcore with alt-rock textures, emo's volatility, and pop-minded melodies, SIFYN have found a way to make heavy music with a danceable pulse. Sharpening the contrast between intensity and immediacy, "Code" introduces the upcoming "Self-Encrypted" EP as a new phase for the Minneapolis band, one that is colorful while unbridled.

Founded by (ex-Veil Of Maya) Lukas Magyar, SIFYN made their debut with "Marionette" in 2022 and have continued to expand their palette with every release. What began as a creative outlet beyond Magyar's longtime work in heavy music became a space to follow different instincts: bigger melodic swings, looser genre boundaries, and songwriting that makes room for both technical weight and straight-to-the-chest emotion.

Be sure to stay tuned for more SIFYN news coming very soon.

ABOUT SIFYN

For nearly a decade, SIFYN have lived in a state of constant evolution, growing from a studio project into a full-fledged metal outfit comprising vocalist Lukas Magyar, guitarists Mike Green and Dustin Korth, bassist/co-writer Derek Sampson and drummer Avery Frisk. Along the way, the Minnesota-based quintet have developed a similar sonic restlessness, spinning a genre-blending sound that pulls from modern alternative rock, metalcore and early-2000s emo – muscular rhythms, skyward guitars, shimmering electronics and tightly layered vocals all filtered through Cyberpunk-sheen production. But rather than pledge allegiance to any one scene, SIFYN follow their instincts wherever they lead.

That freedom reaches a new level on SELF-ENCRYPTED, the band's new five-song EP and most personal collection to date. Where the group’s 2022 debut, Marionette, often channeled pieces of Magyar's life through fictional characters, SELF-ENCRYPTED fully closes the distance between songwriter and subject, grappling with loved ones in crisis, identity, ideology, dreams, reality and personal agency with the urgency of a deathbed confessional. By narrowing its perspective to lived experience, SIFYN’s music feels more universal than ever, leaving room for listeners to enter the story – not simply observing the band’s search for answers, but asking critical questions of their own right alongside them.

Rising German Rockers VELVET RUSH Unveil New Single "The Sound Of Letting Go" + Official Video

August 20, 2026

Today, Germany's rising rock force VELVET RUSH is thrilled to unveil their new single, “The Sound Of Letting Go,” along with an official video, out now via Frontiers Music Srl.

Singer Sandra Lian comments:

“'The Sound Of Letting Go' is a song about change, self-belief, and the courage to let go. Capturing those moments when life takes an unexpected turn, reminding us that these very moments often pave the way for a true new beginning.”

Watch the Official Video for “The Sound Of Letting Go” Below:

Hailing from Hamburg, Germany, VELVET RUSH is breathing new life into modern rock with a sound rooted in blues-infused hard rock, '70s attitude, and contemporary energy. Fronted by the charismatic Sandra Lian, whose powerful and untamed vocals sit at the heart of the band's identity, VELVET RUSH combines authenticity, groove, and raw emotion into a sound that feels both timeless and fresh.

Alongside guitarist James Moncur, bassist Tim Black, and drummer Daniel Rothe, Lianleads a band whose electrifying chemistry has quickly earned them a reputation as one of the most compelling live acts on the European rock circuit.

The band recorded their music at Hamburg's renowned Chameleon Studios with acclaimed producer Eike Freese (Deep Purple, Simple Minds, Slash, Status Quo), crafting a sound packed with driving guitars, memorable hooks, and undeniable energy.

Their debut single, “Euphonia,” immediately attracted international attention, earning Classic Rock Magazine UK's “Best Rock Song of the Week” accolade in October 2024. Momentum continued with the release of their debut album ‘Trail Of Gold’ in September 2025, which received widespread acclaim and was highlighted as a “Tip of the Month” and “Tip of the Year” by leading rock publications including Classic Rock, Rocks, and Rock Hard.

Onstage, VELVET RUSH have continued their rapid ascent, sharing stages with Jerry Cantrell, touring Europe alongside The Vintage Caravan, and appearing at major festivals including Rockharz. The band will be on tour throughout the summer; please find the full list of dates below.

Their latest single, “Nature Of The Beast,” has been added to Planet Rock Radio's A-List, earning heavy rotation on the UK's leading rock radio station.

Stream / Listen to "The Sound Of Letting Go" HERE

VELVET RUSH Live:

8/22 - Obrigheim/Pfalz, DE @ Rock im Hinterland

8/23 - Aarburg, CH @ Riverside Festival

9/5 - Brüggen Alst, DE @ Bongert OA

9/11 - Marienmünster, DE @ Rock n Revel

12/18 - Hamburg, DE @ Lordfest

With a second studio album coming soon, VELVET RUSH are only just getting started. Armed with grit, passion, and undeniable attitude, the band is poised to become one of the defining new voices in modern hard rock.

VELVET RUSH are:

Sandra Lian

Tim Black

James Moncur

Daniel Rothe