The Flaming Lips announce The Teardrop Throbs!

Third Man Records is proud to announce the eagerly awaited label debut album from The Flaming Lips. The Teardrop Throbs arrives everywhere on Friday, January 22, 2027. The 3x GRAMMY® Award-winning band’s 17th official studio album and first all-new LP in more than six years will be available digitally, on CD, and on vinyl in black and limited edition ‘Teardrop Blue’. Pre-orders/pre-saves are available now. Produced by The​ Flaming​ Lips,​Taylor​Johnson,​Dave Fridmann,​and​ Scott​ Booker with additional production by Jon Fridmann and Mike Fridmann,  The Teardrop Throbs is heralded by today’s premiere of the first single, “God Will Control The Werewolves,” available to stream everywhere now.

STREAM 'GOD WILL CONTROL THE WEREWOLVES'

PRE-ORDER / PRE-SAVE 'THE TEARDROP THROBS'

Long known as one of the best and most visually exuberant live bands of all time, The Flaming Lips will introduce fans to the world of The Teardrop Throbs with a series of intimate performances across the United States and in the United Kingdom. Dates begin January 22-23 at Nashville, TN’s Brooklyn Bowl, followed by two-night stands at New York City’s Irving Plaza (January 26-27), Los Angeles, CA’s The Bellwether (February 23-24), Chicago, IL’s Metro (February 27-28), and London’s O2 Shepherds Bush (April 2-3). The Flaming Lips pre-sale begins this Wednesday, October 28 at 10 AM (local). Local pre-sales begin Thursday, October 29 at 10 AM (local), and the general on-sale begins this Friday, October 30 at 10 AM (local). Tickets for all shows go on sale this Friday, October 30. Additional dates will be announced.

TOUR UPDATES & TICKET INFO

Gavin Adcock Launches Thrivin’ Here Co. Western Lifestyle Brand

Gavin Adcock grew up wearing pearl snaps to run cattle on his farm in Watkinsville, Georgia. Now, on the heels of releasing his third album in three years, The Day I Hang It Up, earlier this month, the singer is commemorating his roots with the launch of his Western lifestyle brand, Thrivin’ Here Co. Learn more at ThrivinHereCo.com. 
 
“This isn’t a costume. I don’t just wear pearl snaps on stage, I’ve worn ‘em my whole life,” remarks Adcock. “On the farm. On the stage. On the days nobody was watching.” 
 
To kick start the launch, Adcock dropped Chapter One, The Cowboy Kit, which includes three pieces: The OG Pearl Snap with a custom developed fit and longhorns, The Trucker Hat with Cotton Twill material and the Thrivin' Here Co. Patch and The Bandana, built for sweat, dust and long nights.
 
Each chapter is available while supplies last, with Chapter Two unlocking when the next chapter of Gavin's story does. No restock will be available on anything that came before it. To ensure you don’t miss a chapter, sign up for alerts at ThrivinHereCo.com. 
 
The Day I Hang It Up spans 26 tracks, with Adcock featured as a co-writer on all but four songs. Produced by Jay Rodgers, the album also includes collaborations with Treaty Oak Revival, ERNEST, and his previously released fan favorite, “Cheap Thrills” with Hudson Westbrook. 
 
The album inspired the name of Adcock’s headlining The Day I Hang It Up Tour, which is currently underway. Adcock recently extended the run into 2027 with Blake Whiten supporting on 12 additional dates. Following performances in Australia in March, Adcock will embark on the second leg of The Day I Hang It Up Tour on April 1, kicking off at Gatton Park in Lexington, KY, followed by two nights at The Factory in St. Louis, MO and stops in eight additional cities, including Oklahoma City, OK, Richmond, VA and Baltimore, MD. Tickets for the newly announced shows are on sale now at GavinAdcockMusic.com. 
 
Offering a mix of heartbreak, love and outlaw country influences, The Day I Hang It Up also adds a layer of depth to the country star’s repertoire. Songs including “Shoes” and “Rockstar Life” delve deeper into the cost of rising fame, while “Holes In The Boat” offers an honest look at trying to balance masculinity and vulnerability concerning mental health. The album left The Tennessean remarking Adcock as "a voice capable of withstanding an enduring career." 

Gavin Adcock The Day I Hang It Up 2026-2027 Tour
Newly Announced Dates in Italics
 
Oct. 29            Bojangles Coliseum || Charlotte, NC
Oct. 30            Enmarket Arena || Savannah, GA
Oct. 31            Hertz Arena || Estero, FL
Nov. 6             MGM Music Hall at Fenway || Boston, MA
Nov. 7             Santander Arena || Reading, PA
Nov. 13           Masonic Temple Theatre || Detroit, MI
Nov. 14           Van Andel Arena || Grand Rapids, MI
Dec. 10            The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas || Las Vegas, NV
March 6           Meatstock Gippsland || Melbourne, Australia
March 13         Meatstock Toowoomba || Toowoomba, Australia
April 1             Gatton Park || Lexington, KY
April 2             The Factory || St. Louis, MO
April 3             The Factory || St. Louis, MO
April 10           SJB Pavilion || Oxford, MS
April 29           Salem Civic Center || Salem, VA 
May 1              The St. Augustine Amphitheatre || St. Augustine, FL
May 7              The Zoo Amphitheatre || Oklahoma City, OK
May 8              White Oak Music Hall || Houston, TX
May 13            Virginia Credit Union LIVE! || Richmond, VA
May 14            Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena || Atlantic City, NJ
May 15            Pier Six Pavilion || Baltimore, MD
May 27            Floores Country Store || Helotes, TX
May 28            Floores Country Store || Helotes, TX

FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH CONCLUDE NORTH AMERICAN LEG OF MASSIVE 20TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR WITH MASSIVE DONATIONS

Five Finger Death Punch, the multi-platinum, record-breaking hard rock powerhouse, is celebrating the conclusion of the North American leg of its massive 20th Anniversary World Tour with a $200,000 donation in support of Team USA athletes preparing for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.

Throughout the tour, the band allocated a portion of every ticket sold to the initiative, joining forces with its fans to support athletes representing USA Judo and USA Cycling BMX Racing + BMX Freestyle programs.

Unlike many other nations, the United States does not provide direct federal funding to its Olympic and Paralympic teams, making private contributions essential to supporting American athletes as they train and compete on the world stage.

On Friday, October 23, during the final night of the tour at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Virginia, Five Finger Death Punch celebrated the initiative by presenting $200,000 to USA Judo and USA Cycling.

PHOTO CREDIT: CRAIG HUNTER ROSS/LIVE NATION

Founding guitarist Zoltan Bathory shares, "We cheer for our athletes when they step onto the world stage representing our country, but we also want to stand behind them during the years of work it takes to get there.

"I started judo at nine years old, and I still compete today. I know what it can give a person, how it shapes your mind, builds discipline, and teaches you to face adversity. Those lessons stayed with me far beyond the mat. I’ve built a life and a career on those principles. That's why supporting USA Judo is deeply personal to me. I want more people to discover this sport, and I want the athletes who reach its highest level to have the resources to pursue their full potential. 

"Our fans' support puts us in a position to give back, and we’re grateful for that opportunity. As we close out our 2026 tour cycle, this is something we can all be proud of together, and we’ll continue building on it in 2027."

Vocalist Ivan Moody says, "As a kid, I remember wanting to pursue a life amongst the BMX greats. My bike wasn't a toy; it was my best homie, my key to freedom. My balance. Music is where my heart belongs. But there are moments where I still dream the dream by watching the new world of riders as they evolve and continue to grow with the sport. In 5FDP, we get to live our dream because of the love and the support we receive from our fans. To be able to donate to a cause this close to my heart... let's just say, I feel like I'm donating to that young boy that is still riding quarter pipes and learning combos with his friends. Full circle. GO USA. Roll Out."

As always, Five Finger Death Punch keep looking ahead. The group just unleashed their brand-new 10th studio album, Legacy. It's available on all DSPs and in various physical configurations, including limited-edition vinyl, CD, and cassette variants featuring exclusive artwork, available now HERE.

Its latest single "Nails In The Coffin" recently vaulted into the Top 10 at Rock Radio where it continues to hold strong. The band just unleashed the music video for "Nails In The Coffin." Watch it Below. Revolver praised the track's blend of battering riffs and melody driven by Moody's introspective vocal performance, while Loudwire called it "a furious opening statement for the new album cycle." It follows the visual for "Legacy." Watch it HERE. 

Since its digital release in July, Legacy has already yielded over 60 million streams and counting. Upon release, the album claimed spots on 18 international charts. Most notably, it vaulted to #2 on the US Top Digital Albums Chart. On Spotify, it hit #6 on the US Top Albums Chart and #8 globally.

20TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR:
UK + Europe Tour Dates 2027:
1/16 — Manchester, UK — AO Arena
1/17 — Glasgow, UK — OVO Hydro Arena
1/19 — Dublin, IE — 3Arena
1/22 — Birmingham, UK — BP Pulse Arena
1/23 — London, UK — O2 Arena
1/26 — Düsseldorf, DE — PSD Arena
1/27 — Hamburg, DE — Barclays Arena
1/29 — Lodz, PL — Atlas Arena
1/31 — Prague, CZ — O2 Arena *^
2/2 — Munich, DE — Olympiahalle
2/4 — Stuttgart, DE — Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle
2/7 — Amsterdam, NL — AFAS Arena
2/8 — Brussels, BE — Vorst National
2/10 — Paris, FR — Accor Arena
2/12 — Zürich, CH — Hallenstadion
2/14 — Vienna, AT — Stadthalle
2/16 — Berlin, DE — Uber Arena
2/17 — Copenhagen, DK — Royal Arena *
2/19 — Oslo, NO — Unity Arena
2/20 — Stockholm, SE — Avicii Arena
2/22 — Helsinki, FI — Veikkaus Arena
*Without Lamb Of God  |  ^ With Dymytry

Mawiza Announce 'IÑ MONGELETEW'

With their hearts and minds still soaring after sharing the stage with heavy metal legends Sepultura, Mawiza are excited to announce IÑ MONGELETEW (Those Who Give Us Life). In the spirit of “Kaiowas”, the first-ever acoustic EP from the modern day Mapuche groove metal warriors honors their ancestral roots. It includes three re-imagined songs from the band’s 2025 Pulsar-nominated album ÜL, as well as new single “Wüzapiwken” (Divided Heart), one of two new original songs.

“The music of our ancestors was just another sound of nature. Sepultura knows this. They learned from those who know their land and their ancestors. Mawiza follows that same path”, the band’s vocalist and guitarist Awka says. “We can create our music without distorted guitars and big percussion, but not without our language and our identity. That is why IÑ MONGELETEW exists”.

“Standing on stage next to Sepultura means a lot to any musician, and even more so to Mawiza. Sharing newen (energy) while performing ‘Kaiowas’ together was an unforgettable and very relevant moment, yet it also felt close and intimate, like a torch was being passed to a new generation”, drummer Txalkan says. “With IÑ MONGELETEW, we want to carry on Sepultura’s legacy by making music in the language of this land”.

Watch the music video for “Wüzapiwken” below:

IÑ MONGELETEW comes out November 6, 2026 on digital streaming platforms.

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By unplugging from the noise of modern metal, IÑ MONGELETEW speaks loudly to Mawiza’s roots in Mapuche culture. The band’s new EP is neither soft nor quiet. Acoustic instruments and tribal percussion don’t strip down but amplify the band’s call for decolonization and reconnecting with nature by embracing a dark, fiery atmosphere and harsh tones that challenge the Western ear. Lead single “Wüzapiwken” speaks to the heart of indigenous life, which is divided between the city and its native land, with scraping rhythms and piercing chants.

“‘Wüzapiwken’ is a song with a divided heart”, Mawiza says. “It’s a ritual that transforms into song and is deliberately unclear where one ends and the other begins. It opens with a greeting to nature, announcing what is about to be sung, and releases the feelings held within a divided heart into the space where we live”.  

The video for “Wüzapiwken”was created by Andrés Hetzler (@andreshetzler)

Starting in three weeks, Mawiza are celebrating the release of IÑ MONGELETEW with a special acoustic tour of Chile.

Mawiza IÑ MONGELETEW Acoustic Tour of Chile

November 19 - Rancagua @ Barley Resto Bar

November 20 - Villarrica @ Skol Restobar

More dates announcing soon!

Catch Mawiza next year when they join Slipknot’s (sic)EST Stadium Tour.

Slipknot 2027 (sic)EST Stadium Tour in Santiago, Chile

with special guests Marilyn Manson, Hatebreed & Mawiza

September 12 @ Estadio Nacional [TICKETS]

Mawiza’s latest studio album, ÜL, is available now on  Season of Mist.  

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IÑ MONGELETEW channels a different energy than Mawiza’s indigenous take on groove metal, but their acoustic EP is neither soft nor quiet. Lead single “Wüzapiwken” speaks to the heart of indigenous life, which is divided between the city and its native land, with scraping rhythms and piercing chants. The band resists postcard folklore by embracing a dark atmosphere and harsh tones that aren’t meant to please but challenge the Western ear. Mira Ceti (Heilung), Anne Olsen (Danefae) and Mapuche activist Fabi Liqen join forces with a dissonant harmony of pifilka and kultrún on the new indigenous anthem “MÜR”.  

Mawiza will support IÑ MONGELETEW with an acoustic tour of Chile during November 2026.

Lineup
Awka - Lead vocals & rhythm guitar
Karü - Lead guitar & backing vocals
Zewü - Bass & backing vocals
Txalkan - Drums & percussion

Guest musicians
Fabi Hidalgo, Anne Olsen (Danefae), Mira Ceti (Heilung) on “MÜR”

Recording Studio
Mawiza Studios

Producer
Vincent Zbinden, Awka Mondaca

Mixing Studio

Torque Records

Mixing Engineer
Fernando Buhring

Mastering Studio
Gmasters

Mastering Engineer
Chalo Gonzalez

Cover Art
Txalkan

Booking information
Europe: juan@thatmusicagency.com
Rest of the World: unai@cowboymusic.agency

Order & Stream
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Bandcamp: https://mawizakvlt.bandcamp.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mawizakvlt
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/mawizakvlt
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Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/mawiza/165343595

ROCK POWERHOUSE WICKED ANNOUNCES CINEMATIC NEW POWER BALLAD "TILL YOU'RE IN LOVE" OFF 'GO REBEL' ALBUM WITH EXPLOSIVE MUSIC VIDEO OUT NOW

High-octane rock outfit WICKED is set to disrupt the airwaves with their latest sonic and visual triumph, "Till You're in Love," the sweeping new power ballad from their latest studio album, Go Rebel. Arriving alongside a cinematic, visually stunning music video that is out now, the track perfectly captures the chaotic friction, deep vulnerability, and ultimate resilience of modern romance.

Built on a foundation of blistering guitar riffs, a relentless rhythm section, and soaring, attitude-infused vocals, "Till You're in Love" blends massive stadium-rock energy with the emotional depth of a classic rock power ballad. It explores the threshold where cynicism fades and real stakes begin, serving as a definitive emotional centerpiece for Go Rebel—an album designed to challenge the status quo and revitalize Rock N Roll for a new generation.

Friday’s accompanying cinematic music video brings this grand narrative to life on screen. Featuring intimate footage, sharp aesthetics, and intense visual storytelling, the video mirrors the song’s driving narrative of standing together against a difficult world.

"The track is about that exact moment you stop playing cool and realize you're completely locked in," says the band. "Life isn't always easy, but when you're in love, you have something worth fighting for. 'Go Rebel' is about tearing down boundaries, and this song and video prove that love itself can be the ultimate form of rebellion."

Produced with an emphasis on massive, stadium-ready dynamics, "Till You're in Love" is already generating significant buzz among independent rock journalism circles. It follows the band's blueprint of delivering infectious melodies wrapped in a heavy, uncompromising rock-and-roll attitude.

"Till You're in Love" is available across all major digital streaming networks, with the official music video premiering Friday morning on YouTube. The full-length album, Go Rebel, available now, supported by a series of high-energy live performance showcases to be announced in the US after the band's return from UK/Ireland tour with Kings Of Thrash.

About WICKED
Emerging from the independent rock scene, WICKED commands the stage with a signature blend of timeless rock anthems, sharp hooks, and explosive high energy rock n roll. Known for their fierce independence, rebellious themes, and visceral live performances, the band continues to carve a distinct footprint across modern music distribution landscapes.

Show Dates

October 31st, 2026 @ The Rim of Hell in Norton, WV   
November 13th, 2026 @ Debonair Music Hall in Teaneck, NJ with Ted Poley
November 20th, 2026 @  Buntsy's Band Stand in Webster, NY
December 12th @ Cortland Music Venue & Camp in  Cortland NY
December 13th, 2026 @ 1812 on the river in Watertown NY
January 27th, 2027 @ Pappy and Harriet’s in Pioneertown CA -Fever Dog, and 12 Gauge Trixie
January 28th, 2027 @ House of Blues in Anaheim CA with Metal Allegiance
January 29th, 2027 @ The Den Studios in Los Angeles CA- Fever Dog 
 
All WICKED links:
wickedrocknroll.komi.io

Website:
https://www.wickedrocknrollofficial.com/

Stream “Go Rebel”
https://ffm.to/wickedgorebel

Photo credit: Scott Braun

JOAN AS POLICE WOMAN shares "We Don’t Own It" ahead of Real Life 20th Anniversary Tour, now with NZ / Australia dates

Arriving just one week before launching her Real Life 20th Anniversary Tour, iconic NYC singer-songwriter Joan As Police Woman presents 'We Don’t Own It'from her new album 'Real Life Evolution', a superb reimagining of her 2006 debut 'Real Life' album with a new cast of collaborators, released via UK label Reveal Records.

She also shares the final live performance video for that song from her Real Life Anniversary Sessions video series, while announcing a new set of confirmed live dates for her tour, bringing her show to New Zealand and Australian audiences.

Joan Wasser, known as Joan As Police Woman since 2004, is a critically acclaimed musician and producer, and a sought-after collaborator, dubbed “the coolest woman in pop” (The Times) and “one of the 21st century’s best musicians” (The Economist). As a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, her music defies easy categorization, crafting her own sound that blends various genres.

With two very different versions of this epic song, Joan's masterclass in self-reinvention proves that great songwriting isn't a static artifact locked in time, but a living, elastic template capable of transformation.

The album version, recorded by Danny Blume (Iggy Pop, Nick Lowe, Gavin Friday, Jewel, Lisa Loeb) at Hidden Quarry Studios in Bearsville, NY, finds Joan on vocals and synths, joined by Thomas Bartlett on bass and Parker Kindred on drums. A supple, forward-thinking groove, brimming with Grace Jones-esque swagger, reggae-touched rhythms, and subtle electronic touchpoints, the track breathes fresh, organic space into her signature sound.

In contrast, the soulful stripped-down Sessions performance video sees Joan in live trio format as she plays electric guitar, accompanied by Jeremy Gustin on drums and Will Graefe on acoustic guitar, each of them beautifully harmonizing vocals. Filmed at The Owl Music Parlor in Brooklyn by Ehud Lazin, the sound was recorded by Adam Sachs.

"I wrote this song after Elliott Smith died. Watching the frenzy around the details of his death, I recognized something I had learned years earlier when I lost my friend, my fiancé, my collaborator — Jeff Buckley. Grief makes us desperate for answers, but death doesn’t offer them. It makes even less sense to those who are deep in pain, mourning a friend, a family member, someone they admired. Death is something to sit with, not to solve," says Joan Wasser.

"Parker Kindred and I built this one around one of his vintage 80s drum machines — we’re both devoted to the Sly Stone approach of letting the drum machine drive the whole creative process. Thomas Bartlett holds it down on Rhodes bass while I let loose on keys. The song was never asking for more weight; it wanted to breathe, and this version allows it."

This new single arrives on the trail of 'Save Me', for which she teamed up with the illustrious Iggy Pop. Earlier, Joan shared intimate versions of  'Feed The Light', 'Eternal Flame', 'Flushed Chest', 'The Ride', 'Anyone', the title track 'Real Life', 'I Defy', and the invigorating 'Christobel'.

"Some transformations are subtle. Others are seismic. All of them were made with an entirely new cast of collaborators. Among them are two extraordinary vocalists. The inimitable Iggy Pop — whose band I’ve had the privilege of touring with, playing keys and singing — recorded a stunning version of 'Save Me' while we were on the road in New Zealand. We had to work around the birds outside, who apparently had strong opinions about the session. Then there’s Krystle Warren, a true original and one of my favorite singers alive. Her voice is so deeply soulful that 'I Defy' feels like it thoroughly enjoyed easily slipping into its brand new groove," says Joan Wasser.

Music has a way of taking on a life of its own, evolving and revealing new meaning as the years pass. Through countless performances, the new renditions on this extraordinary album are brought to life by the brilliance of the players who helped define their sound. This remarkable opportunity to hear Joan return to the music that helped define her artistic journey brings new perspective, texture, and energy to songs that have already stood the test of time.

Joan shares, "Will Graefe brings his emotionally masterful guitar work and Jeremy Gustin his remarkable rhythmic sensibility to several tracks. Parker Kindred’s inventive drum creations were the spark behind others. Thomas Bartlett unlocked a new dimension of the title track — honoring its original feeling while casting it in a warmer, amber light — and added Rhodes bass throughout. This album gave me the chance to reunite, decades on, with upright bassist Tony Scherr, guitarist Oren Bloedow, and funk bassist Danny Blume — musicians whose artistry has only deepened with time."

Joan As Police Woman has released ten albums of original material, two cover albums, and an anthology. She has recorded and performed with hundreds of artists, including Afrobeat legend Tony Allen, Lou Reed, Anohni & The Johnsons, Meshell Ndegeocello, Rufus Wainwright, John Cale, David Byrne, Dave Okumu, Chris Dowd, Lau, Scissor Sisters, Sparklehorse, Beck, Laurie Anderson, Lloyd Cole, Afel Bocoum, Dave Gahan, Tanya Donelly, Damon Albarn and Gorillaz.

Released 20 years to the day from her debut album, 'Real Life Evolution' is out everywhere digitally and on CD and Limited Edition exclusive red marble vinylon Bandcamp.  Tickets for Joan's 'Real Life 20th Anniversary Tour' can be ordered at www.joanaspolicewoman.com/tour.

ALBUM CREDITS
All songs written by Joan Wasser
Published by Fists of Fury (BMI / Domino Publishing),
except “I Defy” written by Joan Wasser & Anohni (Rebis Music (ASCAP))
Produced by Joan Wasser except “I Defy”, “We Don’t Own It” and “Feed The Light” produced by Joan Wasser & Parker Kindred
Mixed by Patrick Dillett at Reservoir Studios
Mastered by Chris Gehringer at Sterling Sound
Joan Wasser  - vocals, piano, Wurlitzer, strings
Krystle Warren - vocals
Will Graefe - acoustic guitar
Jeremy Gustin - drums, vocals
Oren Bloedow - electric guitar
Danny Blume - electric bass
Parker Kindred - drums
Tony Scherr - upright bass
Krystal Warren - vocals on 'I Defy'
Iggy Pop - vocals on 'Save Me'
Album package concept, design & photos by Judi Rosen
(p) & (c) 2026 Sweet Police LLC under exclusive licence to Reveal Records
Recorded by Adam Sachs live at The Owl Music Parlor, Brooklyn, NYC
'Real Life Anniversary Session' video filmed by Ehud Lazin
Adam Sachs - audio recording engineer & mixer
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

REAL LIFE ANNIVERSARY TOUR
NOV 3  Katowice, Poland - Rialto
NOV 5  London, UK - Union Chapel
NOV 6  London, UK - Union Chapel
NOV 7  Manchester, UK - RNCM (Royal Northern College of Music)
NOV 9   Glasgow, UK - Oran Mor
NOV 11  Brugge, Belgium - Cactus Club
NOV 12  Amsterdam, Netherlands - Zonnehuis (sold out)
NOV 13  Hamburg, Germany - Mojo Club
NOV 15  Aarhus, Denmark - Train
NOV 16  Copenhagen, Denmark - DR Concert Hall
NOV 18  Budapest, Hungary - House of Music Hungary
NOV 22  Berlin, Germany - Haus des Rundfunks & Großer Sendesaal
FEB 12  Paris, France - Alhambra
FEB 14  Amsterdam, Netherlands - Zonnehuis
FEB 16  Bremen, Germany - Kulturzentrum Radio Bremen
FEB 17  Heidelberg, Germany - Kulturhaus Karlstorbahnhof
FEB 19  Schorndorf, Germany - Club Manufaktur
FEB 21  Brighton, UK - Komedia
FEB 22  Cambridge, UK - Cambridge Junction (J2)
FEB 23  Norwich, UK - Norwich Arts Centre
FEB 24  Leeds, UK - Howard Assembly Room
FEB 26  Bologna, Italy - Estragon Club
FEB 27  Milan, Italy - Santeria Toscana 31
MAR 6-7  Port Fairy, Australia - Port Fairy Folk Festival
MAR 9  Sydney, Australia - City Recital Hall
MAR 12 Melbourne, Australia - Melbourne Recital Centre
MAR 13 Geelong, Australia - Geelong Arts Centre
MAR 18 Christchurch, New Zealand - The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts
MAR 19 Wellington, New Zealand - Old St Paul's
MAR 20 Auckland, New Zealand - SkyCity Theatre
MAY 5   Rome, Italy - MONK
MAY 23  Barcelona, Spain - Razzmatazz 2


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Solid State Welcomes What Lies Below to the Roster + Band Shares "Return to Nothing" — WATCH + LISTEN

SOLID STATE RECORDS is thrilled to welcome Harrisburg, PA-based band WHAT LIES BELOW — Andrew Watson (vocals); Mike Watson (vocals/guitar); Sam Hart (guitar); and Jonah Luteman (drums) — to the label's roster.

The band shares the video for its debut single for the label, titled "RETURN TO NOTHING." Watch the video for the spawning, atmospheric, and heavier-than-granite track, which is also laced with synths, below.

"'Return to Nothing' is written from the perspective of escaping the dark of I Let It Consume Me," the band says, referencing its recently released album. "The lyrics explore the struggle to escape a life weighed down by grief, isolation, and the burdens of the past. They follow a journey from darkness and despair toward awakening, with cracks in the darkness revealing glimpses of hope and a way forward."

The band will hit the road next month with Midwinter. All dates below. Get tickets here.

WHAT LIES BELOW ON TOUR:
WITH MIDWINTER:
11/5 — Rochester, NY — The Montage Music Hall
11/6 — Albany, NY — Empire Underground
11/7 — Montreal, QC — Newspeak
11/8 — Toronto, ON — Hard Luck Bar
11/10 — Columbus, OH — Ace of Cups
11/11 — New Kensington, PA — Preserving Underground
11/13 — St. Louis, MO — Old Rock House
11/14 — Madison, WI — The Annex
11/15 — West Chicago, IL — The WC Social Club
11/18 — Grand Rapids, MI — The Pyramid Scheme
11/19 — Indianapolis, IN — Hoosier Dome
11/20 — Hamtramck, MI — Crypt at the Sanctuary
11/21 — Lakewood, OH — Mahall's

Deep Purple Release "Splat!" as Post-Release Single + Video — WATCH // Grand Finale of Album of Same Name

Deep Purple's new single "Splat!" is out now on all streaming and download platforms. The official music video premiered yesterday on the earMUSIC YouTube channel. Watch it below. 

"Splat!" is the title track and grand finale of the band’s current studio album SPLAT! – and brings its central idea full circle. At the heart of SPLAT! is a concept conceived by singer Ian Gillan: Rather than treating the end as destruction, the album imagines it as transformation — a metamorphosis beyond physical existence.

Splat! follows "Arrogant Boy," "Diablob," and "Guilt Trippin,'" the three singles that preceded the release of SPLAT! on July 3. Recorded with producer Bob Ezrin, Deep Purple's 24th studio album follows the band's previous four studio albums, all of which reached Number 1 in multiple countries.

Collectors can look forward to a special physical release. SPLAT! is now available for pre-order on limited CD Digisleeve (strictly limited to 3,000 copies) and limited 12-inch crystal clear vinyl (180g, 45 rpm, strictly limited to 2,500 copies), featuring two previously unreleased live recordings captured at Montreux Jazz Festival on July 13: "Scriblin' Gib'rish" from SPLAT! and "Guinnesis," the bonus track available only in the SPLAT! box set.

Deep Purple are currently on the European arena leg of the SPLAT! World Tour, which comprises 86 shows across 28 countries on three continents. After dates across Europe the tour concludes in South America in December.

Tickets are available via Deep Purple’s official website HERE.

Dragony Drop New Song "I Have the Power" — LISTEN + WATCH

For almost 20 years, DRAGONY have been a part of the international power metal scene, and can look back on five studio albums, one EP, and many tours all over the globe, as both a headlining and support act for bands like Ensiferum, Gamma Ray, Serenity, Freedom Call, Blind Guardian, Sonata Arctica, and many more.

2024 saw the release of the most recent album Hic Svnt Dracaenas and the band is currently working heavily on a successor album following intensive touring activities, like the 2025 Japan tour as special guest for Twilight Force and an extensive European tour as support for Ensiferum in early 2026. Dragony wanted to shorten the wait for the fans for the new album by releasing some new music.

As singer and band founder Siegfried Samer is a known fan of the Masters of the Universe cartoons of the 1980s (after all, the band's third album even carries the title Masters of the Multiverse as an homage), and since this year finally saw the release of Travis Knight's excellent Masters of the Universe movie adaptation, the band decided to once again pay tribute to this beloved franchise by recording a cover version of the title song to the 1985 He-Man and She-Ra crossover film The Secret of the Sword.

The band wishes all fans a lot of fun with the new song, and will return shortly with more details surrounding the upcoming new album, the first to fully feature new additional singer Maria Nesh alongside frontman Samer.

Stay glorious — you have the power!

Stream it here.

Watch the visualizer and listen to the song Below:

DRAGONY LIVE:

SYMPHONIC METAL NIGHTS WITH TEMPERANCE:
4/2 — Vienna, AT — Szene 4/4 — Graz, AT — Explosiv

OUTLIER Bring Jennifer’s Body Cult Classic “Through The Trees” Back to Life In Time for Halloween     

Just in time for Halloween, OUTLIER are bringing new life to a song deeply connected to one of horror’s most beloved cult films, releasing “Through The Trees” via Oxide Records. The band’s cinematic reimagining of the song, famously featured in Jennifer’s Body, gives fans a modern, heavier version of the track while preserving what made the original so memorable.

 

Currently on tour with Dark Divine and Fire From The Gods, OUTLIER have taken the fan-favorite song and transformed it into something that feels tailor-made for Halloween.

 

For Joey Arena, the release is a passion project born from years of being a fan of both the song and the film.

 

“Being a fan of ‘Jennifer’s Body’ since it came out, ‘Through the Trees’ has always been one of those songs that you found yourself singing along with. I’ve been wanting to cover it for years years, and I finally decided it was time. I especially loved knowing the original isn’t available on any of the major streaming platforms so I want to capitalize. I wanted to give fans of the movie aversion they could actually stream and keep coming back to.The song already had great bones, so I didn’t want to change what made it special. I just wanted to put my own spin on it, make it bigger, more cinematic and give the production the epic feel I always imagined it could have. More than anything, this was just me being a fan and having fun bringing a song I’ve always loved more life.”

 

With Halloween approaching and OUTLIER currently bringing their music to stages across the country alongside Dark Divine and Fire From The Gods, “Through The Trees” arrives as the perfect soundtrack for fans of heavy music, horror movies and cult-classic nostalgia.

 

For more information, music, and upcoming announcements, follow Outlier on social media and streaming services.

 

Stream "Through the Trees"

https://lnk.dmsmusic.co/outlier_throughthetrees-1

https://linktr.ee/outliersucks

 

WATCH the Official Music Video for "Through the Trees" Below :

Outlier Shows: 

10/25 BUFFALO, NY @ REC ROOM

10/26 GRAND RAPIDS, MI @ THE STATCHE

10/27 CLEVELAND, OH @ MAHALL’S

 

The name OUTLIER came years before Joey Arena realized he'd been describing himself all along.


As the founder, songwriter, and architect behind OUTLIER, Arena has built one of independent music's most respected careers. His work has earned millions of streams, regular support from SiriusXM Octane, Billboard and Top 40 success, and recognition from Alternative Press, Revolver, ABC News, and Metal Injection. His songwriting has led to collaborations with Chris Motionless of Motionless In White, JD of Ice Nine Kills, Danny Leal of Upon a Burning Body, Hyro the Hero, Sen Dog of Cypress Hill, and a growing list of artists across modern rock.


Growing up in Rochester, New York, music became somewhere to disappear. Before the national tours and festival stages, Arena spent late nights in a basement bedroom with his guitar amplifier barely turned up, writing while the rest of the house slept. Years on the road brought opportunity, but they also challenged Arena to decide how much of himself he was willing to compromise. By the time Top 40 success arrived, he realized he had stopped writing for himself. OUTLIER grew from that decision.

 

Working alongside producer Evan McKeever, Arena built the project from the ground up. The first releases arrived independently, and the band's first show was booked before a permanent lineup existed. Arena's songwriting draws from lived experience without asking listeners to relive his life, leaving room for them to find pieces of themselves in the songs. That balance between emotional weight and modern heaviness has become one of OUTLIER's defining characteristics.


OUTLIER enters its next chapter with the clearest reflection yet of the vision Arena set out to build years ago. He has never been interested in staying inside one role. His curiosity extends from songwriting and arrangements to visual concepts, music videos, and the creative direction surrounding every OUTLIER release.


When asked if he could ever imagine creating under another name, Arena doesn't hesitate. I will never find another band name. This is just who I am.

TURMION KÄTILÖT - "Resodance" Out NOW !

Finnish industrial metal pioneers TURMION KÄTILÖT proudly announce the release of their highly anticipated twelfth studio album, Resodance, out now via Nuclear Blast Records. The new record marks another milestone in the band's evolution, seamlessly blending their signature electronic-infused metal chaos with deep, conceptual artistry.

Produced by Mikko Tegelman alongside the band, Resodance masterfully captures the raw intensity and immediacy of Turmion Kätilöt's legendary live performances. At the same time, it introduces a carefully constructed conceptual framework that sets it apart from traditional releases.

As vocalist and co-founder MC Raaka Pee describes it:

"Resodance completes a circle while continuing an endless cycle, much like the Ouroboros – the eternal serpent devouring its own tail. Every song represents an hour, every note its own colour and character. Across twelve tracks unfolds a continuous dance of resonance, where every moment finds its own distinct tone."

This overarching philosophy runs deep throughout the record. Rather than simply delivering another collection of individual songs, Resodance presents a dynamic, 12-track journey where tension, melody, and heavy industrial rhythms constantly interact. The result is a sonic experience that feels both grandly cinematic and aggressively immediate.

To celebrate the global release, the band has also dropped an epic, visually stunning music video for the new focus track, ‘Näe Minut’.

Watch the video for 'Näe Minut' below:

Listen to Resodance: 
https://turmionkatilot.bfan.link/resodance

The Ultimate Live Spectacle: Colossal Disco

The strategic release of Resodance serves as the perfect fuel for the band's most massive headlining milestone to date.
On October 24, 2026—just one day after the full record drops—TURMION KÄTILÖT will host their monumental "Colossal Disco" event at the legendary Helsinki Ice Hall (Helsingin jäähalli).

Several thousand fans are set to pack the arena, ready to bring the ice-ring to a definitive boil.

To further support the new release, the band will take their legendary, high-octane live show across Europe in February 2027. The tour promises to bring the industrial dance floor to life, featuring a mix of brand-new tracks from Resodance alongside fan-favorite anthems.

17.02. DE ESSEN - Turock
18.02. NL HAARLEM - Patronaat
19.02. NL ARNHEM - Willemeen
20.02. DE BERLIN - Cassiopeia
21.02. PL WARSAW - Hydrozagadka
22.02. PL KRAKOW - Zaścianek
23.02. AT VIENNA - Szene Wien
24.02. DE MUNICH - Backstage
25.02. CH PRATTELN - Z7
26.02. FR PARIS - Backstage by the Mill
27.02. DE WEIHER - Live Music Hall

Ticket Link: 
https://turmionkatilot.com/shows/

Line up:
MC Raaka Pee - vocals
Master Bates - bass
Run-Q - keyboard
DQ - drums
Shag-U - vocals
Bobby Undertaker - guitar

social media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turmion_katilot_official
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@turmion_katilot
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/turmionkatilot/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQtMLgHI32rJZO4ph6YMpbw 

METAL ALLEGIANCE Announce Headline Show At House Of Blues On January 28, 2027

Trailblazing metal collective METAL ALLEGIANCE, comprised of Mark Menghi, Alex Skolnick, Mike Portnoy and David Ellefson, has announced the next installment of their annual headline performance at Anaheim's House of Blues on Thursday January 28, 2027. The evening is set to see METAL ALLEGIANCE joined by Fredrick Akesson (OPETH), Bobby Blitz (OVERKILL), John Bush (ARMORED SAINT), Marty Friedman, Todd La Torre (QUEENSRYCHE), Troy Sanders (MASTODON), Angel Vivaldi and more! The show's opening support acts are MARTY FRIEDMAN BAND, WICKED and LOST LEGACY.

Live Nation Presale: Wednesday 10/21 10am EST:
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0900654EC893C2FF

Public On-Sale: Thursday 10/22 10am EST:
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0900654EC893C2FF
 
VIP Meet & Greet and Soundcheck Packages: Available NOW!
http://metalallegiance.bigcartel.com/product/soundcheck-vip-meet-greet-jan-28-2027-hob-anaheim

About METAL ALLEGIANCE:
Beginning as a celebration of the metal genre, METAL ALLEGIANCE has forged a legacy all their own while collaborating with metal's most revered trailblazers. Formed by Mark Menghi (KING ULTRAMEGA) and comprised of core members David Ellefson (ex-MEGADETH), Mark Menghi (KING ULTRAMEGA), Alex Skolnick (TESTAMENT), and Mike Portnoy (DREAM THEATER), METAL ALLEGIANCE has released 2 albums of original music and an EP, and regularly performs live with fellow metal titans. The illustrious supergroup proves that legends never die, and can even reinvent themselves. Having recently signed to Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM), METAL ALLEGIANCE continues to carve new paths and make their mark on the modern metal scene.

METAL ALLEGIANCE lineup:
David Ellefson
Alex Skolnick 
Mark Menghi 
Mike Portnoy 

METAL ALLEGIANCE Links:
https://www.metalallegiance.com/
https://www.instagram.com/metalallegiance/
https://www.facebook.com/metalallegiancemusic

Bay Area Thrashers FORBIDDEN Launch New Track "Single Point Failure" + Visualizer

Thrash metal pioneers FORBIDDEN proudly launch their new track, "Single Point Failure," taken from their upcoming self-titled album. Marking the band's first full-length release since 2010, the album is available now via BLKIIBLK. The new single arrives alongside a visualizer, available below.

On "Single Point Failure," guitarist Craig Locicero explains:

"'Single Point Failure' is a fast-paced bashing thrasher about the inevitable reality of an EMP looming over our planet. Musically, it hits more like the 'Twisted Into Form' era with the syncopated, melodic riffs intertwining while the instruments are tuned to standard E, like the first 2 albums were. Norman’s vocals soar over the top with urgency as Matt and Chris pound out with speed and precision. Jeremy and I play epic and lyrical solos that rip from the speakers the way they're intended to be.

"The subject: At some stage in our near future, the sun will deliver enough potent solar flares to fry most of the Earth's electronics in the blink of an eye. This is called an Electro Magnetic Pulse, aka EMP. What would follow an EMP would be nothing short of complete panic, chaos & likely violent uprisings throughout the world.

"No electronics for months, possibly years, would be a complete reset of society as we know it. No phones, internet, or resources controlled by technology-based operations would lead to social unrest like the world has never seen on such a scale. Not to mention the failure of all of the nuclear power plants due to no mechanisms to cool their cores.

"'Single Point Failure' feels frantic and befitting of the subject matter while being a fun and turbulent ride.”

Watch the Visualizer for "Single Point Failure"

FORBIDDEN’s legacy is one of being the youngest, hungriest, and most ambitious of the Bay Area brethren that has launched metal paradigm-shifters from Metallica to Machine Head. With a reconstituted lineup, guitarist Craig Locicero and bassist Matt Camachohave crafted an hour-plus masterpiece of thrashy predilection, emotive musical movements, and prog-scraping sonic ambitions. From the intensity of the opening track, “Single Point Failure,” to the philosophical shades of the 9-minute closer, “Flower of Life,” this is FORBIDDEN not merely stretching beyond the steely foundations of 1988’s classic ‘Forbidden Evil’ or the quantum leap of 1990’s ‘Twisted Into Form,’ but the sound of a band with a new sense of scope and purpose. Produced by Locicero, Kontos& Zach Ohren (Machine Head), ‘Forbidden’ isn’t merely a revival for the quintet, but a full-blown reinvigoration and purgative endpoint for this Bay Area metal institution.

Locicero comments on the album:

"Making 'Forbidden' felt more like an odyssey than a typical recording process. We set out to create a record that reminds people why they fell in love with thrash and heavy metal in the first place, embracing raw energy, melody, and the imperfections that give heavy music its character. Every member brought their best, and having Brann Dailor(Mastodon) join us on 'Sycophantasy' was an incredible addition. 'Forbidden' is five lifetimes of experience forged into one piece of metallic art."

Order 'Forbidden' HERE

FORBIDDEN Live:

10/23 - Las Vegas, NV @ The Usual Place

10/25 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge

10/26 - Denver, CO @ Federal Theatre

10/28 - Iowa City, IA @ Gabes

10/29 - Minneapolis, MN @ Turf Club

10/30 - Chicago, IL @ Reggies

10/31 - Lakewood, OH @ Mercury Music Lounge

11/01 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground

11/02 - Leesburg, VA @ Tally Ho Theater

11/04 - Worcester, MA @ The Palladium (Upstairs)

11/05 - Brooklyn, NY @ TBD

11/07 - Albany, NY @ Empire Underground

11/08 - Lititz, PA @ Mickey's Black Box

11/09 - Greensboro, NC @ Hangar 1819

11/10 - Greenville, SC @ Radio Room

11/12 - Orlando, FL @ Conduit

11/13 - Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Altar)

11/15 - Destin, FL @ Club LA

11/17 - Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live

11/18 - Dallas, TX @ Trees

11/20 - Albuquerque, NM @ Launchpad

11/21 - Tucson, AZ @ Club Congress

11/22 - Los Angeles, CA @ Teragram Ballroom

Tickets and more information can be found HERE

About FORBIDDEN:

Formed in 1985 in Fremont, California as Forbidden Evil, FORBIDDEN quickly became one of the defining bands of the Bay Area thrash metal movement alongside the genre's biggest names. Following lineup changes that solidified the classic lineup featuring vocalist Russ Anderson, guitarists Craig Locicero and Glen Alvelais, bassist Matt Camacho and drummer Paul Bostaph, the band released their landmark 1988 debut ‘Forbidden Evil’ before shortening their name to FORBIDDEN. Acclaimed follow-up albums ‘Twisted Into Form’ (1990), ‘Distortion’ (1994), and ‘Green’ (1997) showcased the band's technical precision, melodic songwriting, and Anderson's unmistakable vocals, while extensive tours with acts including Sacred Reich, Exodus, Death Angel, Testament, and Malevolent Creation helped cement their reputation as one of thrash's most respected acts. After disbanding in 1997, FORBIDDEN reunited in 2008, released the acclaimed comeback album ‘Omega Wave’ in 2010, and toured internationally before going on hiatus once again in 2012.

FORBIDDEN returned in 2023 with founding guitarist Craig Locicero joined by longtime members Matt Camacho and Steve Smyth, alongside vocalist Norman Skinner and drummer Chris Kontos. The revitalized lineup made its live debut at Belgium's Alcatraz Metal Festival before returning home for sold-out Bay Area performances supporting Death Angel's annual Christmas shows. Focused on creating new music, the band entered a new creative era in 2025 with the release of its first new song in 15 years, "Divided By Zero," with more new material set to follow in 2026 as FORBIDDENcontinues writing the next chapter of its legendary career.

FORBIDDEN are:

Norman Skinner - Vocals

Craig Locicero - Guitar

Matt Camacho - Bass

Chris Kontos - Drums

Jeremy Von Epp - Guitar

VINDICTA Sign With Napalm Records

From the rumbles of an unnerving past emerge VINDICTA to rally their disciples, and Napalm Records steps up. After successfully playing first shows all over the world, the corpse-painted nuns have signed a contract with the Austrian label juggernaut. To celebrate the new alliance, the modern melodic metal band releases its second-ever single, "IDOL(L)S." Led by hypnotic singer Lilith, the track is not only catchy, but continues their pompously lascivious imagery with its stunning video, alluring anyone to join their dark coven. This is a strife for vindication — this is VINDICTA.

VINDICTA about the signing:
''We're genuinely excited to be joining forces with Napalm Records and to have a team that believes in what we're creating. There's a lot behind VINDICTA, and we believe this alliance will provide the support to let our inner engine run at full force.''

Watch the Official Video for "IDOL(L)S" Below:

VINDICTA about "IDOL(L)S":
''And so the curtain rises on the acts of a larger theatrical narrative unfolding in our upcoming album. The spectacle takes a sinister turn. In this lifeless puppet show, we distract you. With the illusion of meaning, we zombify the audience, and we become your false masters. It's a self-ironic reflection of society, in which it hardly matters what the masters stand for, as long as the circus keeps going. So, let’s fucking entertain you.''

VINDICTA LIVE 2027:
FESTIVALS:
7/3 — Oschersleben, DE — Rock & Metal Day'z
7/10 — Vizovice, CZ — Masters of Rock
7/12 — Knislinge, SE — Time to Rock Festival
7/16 — Vila Nova de Famalicão, PT — Laurus Nobilis Music Fest

VINDICTA ARE:
Lilith — Vocals
Rusalka — Guitar
Lamia — Guitar
Medea — Bass
Kali — Drums

MANNTRA Unleash Title Track "Wild Hunt" (Feat. Fabienne Erni of Eluveitie + Illumishade) + Official Music Video!

Croatian metal visionaries MANNTRA unleash the full force of their upcoming self-titled studio album with their new single ''Wild Hunt." The title track arrives alongside an elaborate official music video filmed in wintry forests, featuring real horses, blazing fires, and the full band in a mystical setting that brings the song's atmosphere to life. Featuring Fabienne Erni of Eluveitie and Illumishade, who contributes vocals and also appears in the video, the track gains another striking dimension. Fabienne Erni's voice and that of MANNTRA mastermind Marko Matijević Sekul complement each other brilliantly, blending into a powerful and cohesive whole. 

Inspired by the legend of the "Wild Hunt," the lyrics summon a supernatural force: riders moving through storm and darkness, offering salvation and a second chance. Yet redemption comes with a challenge – facing fear, fighting back, and leaving an old identity behind. Between shadows, lightning, and the spirits of the Old Gods, the song paints a dark yet hopeful picture of transformation and liberation.

MANNTRA on the new single:
"Fabienne Erni brought incredible energy to 'Wild Hunt.' Her voice and Marko's complement each other perfectly, creating a powerful dynamic that takes the song to another level. The result is something dark, epic, and truly special. The legend of the Wild Hunt has everything we love: ancient spirits, supernatural forces, storm, and darkness. We wanted to capture that untamed energy and turn it into a story about redemption, courage, and the chance to start again.

"'Wild Hunt' captures the essence of MANNTRA: Heavy riffs, powerful melodies, dark mythology, and an energy that pulls you into another world."

Watch the official music video for "Wild Hunt" Below:

MANNTRA on the new album:
"Wild Hunt is made to be experienced, not just listened to. It has the weight of metal, the pulse of industrial music, a dark gothic atmosphere, and the spirit of folk roots — all coming together into something that is unmistakably MANNTRA."
 
Get your copy of Wild Hunt NOW!

Wild Hunt places an even stronger emphasis on atmosphere and contrast than its predecessor. Heavy, driving passages collide with organic, melodic and almost mystical moments, creating a record that feels both ancient and modern. The title track "Wild Hunt," featuring Fabienne Erni of Eluveitie, combines monumental metal power with captivating melodies. "Iron Storm" delivers driving rhythms and battle-ready force, while "Name The Liar," featuring In Extremo, adds dark folk metal passages and German lyrics. Ambre Vourvahis of Xandria lends additional emotional depth to "Zara," while MetaKlapa enhance the Croatian-language "Valovi" with traditional vocals. Tracks such as "Banshee," "Danse Macabre," and "Blade In Darkness" take the journey into darker territories, while "Never Bow, Never Surrender" opens the album with a powerful statement.

With Wild Hunt, MANNTRA once again prove that they cannot be confined to genre boundaries. Blending folk, metal, industrial elements and traditional sounds, they create a distinctive musical world where ancient roots meet a modern and powerful vision.

MANNTRA LIVE:
12/11 — Pratteln, Switzerland — Z7*
12/12 — Stuttgart, Germany — Im Wizemann*
12/18 — Oberhausen, Germany — Turbinenhalle*
12/19 — Wetzlar, Germany — Buderus Arena 
12/20 — Dresden, Germany — Alter Schlachthof*
12/26 — Braunschweig, Germany — MEC*
12/27 — Würzburg, Germany — Posthalle*
12/28 — Bielefeld, Germany — Lokschuppen*
12/29 — Bremen, Germany — Pier2*
12/30 — Potsdam, Germany — Waschhaus*
5/21 — Rotenhain, Germany — Pirates & Vikings Open Air 2027
7/24 — Cologne, Germany — Amphi Festival 2027
*Eisheilige Nacht Tour w/ Subway To Sally, Fiddler’s Green, Saint City Orchestra

MANNTRA ARE:
Marko Matijević Sekul — Vocal/Synth/Guita /Pipes
Andrea Kert — Drums
Zoltan Lečei — Bass
Zlatko Štefančić — Guitar/Mandolina/Pipes
Dorian Pavlović — Guitar/Acoustic

SIAMESE DROP NEW SINGLE "ALONE — LISTEN

Just in time for their upcoming EU and UK tour this winter alongside DAYSEEKER and NORTHLANE, Danish modern metal outfit SIAMESE drops their brand-new song "alone." 

Like their previous single "nevermore," the new track "alone" was initially featured as an exclusive track on the physical edition of their new studio album dissolution (released June 26 via Long Branch Records). Now, the song is available across all streaming platforms for fans to enjoy. It builds an evocative, immersive soundscape, seamlessly blending EDM elements with the band's signature alt-metal style — all without using a single guitar.

'"'Alone' about receiving intimacy without care,'' explains lead singer Mirza Radonjica. ''A situation where loneliness becomes healthier than the alternative.'' 
The track perfectly captures this theme through its moody, poignant tone.

Stream "alone" here.

Get the new album here.

Following Home (2021) and Elements (2024), over 100 million streams, and global tours with some of the biggest acts in the world —including KORN, COREY TAYLOR, and DAYSEEKER — dissolution is the album SIAMESE never planned to make, but ultimately had to. It marks the band's most personal release to date. Written during a period defined by the departure of one of their primary songwriters, the record forced the band into a fundamental reset of their processes and intentions. With dissolution, SIAMESE evolved from a songwriting camp into a true, cohesive unit. The result is a sound heavier than anything SIAMESE have ever released: More instinctual, aggressive, and introverted. At the core of dissolution lies a deeply complicated father-son relationship.

The album represents the most comprehensive body of work SIAMESE has crafted so far. Throughout the creative process, the band collaborated with a tight circle of trusted contributors — including Zachary Baker, Mads Zelasny, Zach Jones, KJ Strock, and Paul Spirou. Each brought fresh perspectives to the table without compromising the core identity of the record.

Siamese will tour the EU and UK later this year, in support of DAYSEEKER + NORTHLANE.

SIAMESE LIVE:
10/31 — DE, Stuttgart — Corefest

WITH DAYSEEKER + NORTHLANE:
11/28 — Wolverhampton, UK — KK's Steel Mill
11/29 — Wolverhampton, UK — KK's Steel Mill
12/1 — Leeds, UK — Project House
12/2 — Manchester, UK — Academy 1
12/3 — Bristol, UK — Prospect
12/5 — Glasgow, UK — O2 Academy
12/6 — London, UK — O2 Academy Brixton
12/8 — Paris, France — Elysee Montmartre
12/9 — Oberhausen, Germany — Turbinenhalle 1
12/10 — Hannover, Germany — Capitol
12/12 — Warsaw, Poland — Proxima
12/13 — Berlin, Germany — Huxley's
12/15 — Prague, Czech Republic — Lucerna Music Bar
12/16 — Munich, Germany — Tonhalle
12/18 — Amsterdam, Netherlands — Melkweg

GET TICKETS HERE.

SIAMESE ARE:
Mirza Radonjica — Vocals
Christian Lauritzen — Guitar, Violin
Marc Nommesen — Bass
Joakim Stilling — Drums

Mar de Grises Re-Sign with Season of Mist

Since forming in 2000, Mar de Grises have led the way for metal in South America. Inspired by their native Chile, with a cinematic vision and melodic touch, the band bring the mighty Andes, the salty Pacific Ocean, the dreaded cold of Cape Horn, metropolitan Santiago, the lush green Valdivian forests and the Atacama desert to progressive death-doom.

Mar de Grises were signed to Finland’s Firebox Records before becoming the first band from South America to join Season of Mist. The French label released the band’s latest album, 2010’s Streams Inwards. The album brought them international recognition and major tours with Sólstafir, Swallow the Sun and Saturnus, as well as festival appearances alongside Opeth, Enslaved and Katatonia. In a review of Streams Inwards, Exclaim! declared that Mar de Grises are “singularly unique while raising the bar for contemporaries, like comparably brilliant groups such as Swans or Anathema before them”.

Now, after more than a decade of silence, Mar de Grises are excited to announce that they are returning to Season of Mist, who will release the band’s long-awaited fourth album next year.

“After more than a decade of absence, we are thrilled to announce that Mar de Grises have re-signed with the legendary record label Season of Mist”, the band says. “Once again, with our new album, we are pushing the boundaries of genre. These new songs are dark and cinematic, born from the contrasts of Chile’s landscape, which stretches from the Andes to the Pacific, from the Atacama Desert to Tierra del Fuego. The wait is over. Mar de Grises are back!”.

More news about Mar de Grises fourth album is coming soon. Next week, the band are headlining Cryptic Celebration VII in Santiago, Chile ahead of opening for Opeth.

Listen to a teaser from Mar de Grises upcoming fourth album, Below.

Mar de Grises 2026 Dates

October 30 - Santiago, Chile @ Teatro Cariola (Cryptic Celebration VII)[TICKETS]

November 1 - Santiago, Chile @ Movistar Arena w/ Opeth [TICKETS]

Mar de Grises’ third album, Streams Inwards, is available now through Season of Mist.

Order

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

Photo by © Sebastián Domínguez

BEAST IN BLACK - UNLEASH MAJESTIC NEW POWER BALLAD ‘LOST CHILDREN’

International powerhouse BEAST IN BLACK have proudly revealed 'Lost Children', the breathtaking next track from their highly anticipated upcoming fourth studio album, Fear The Beast.

Arriving just in time to fuel the anticipation for their upcoming gigantic headline tour—which officially kicks off in London on October 26—'Lost Children' delivers a sweeping, truly epic power ballad experience. Deepening the band's long-standing creative love affair with the iconic manga Berserk, the track features a towering vocal performance from frontman Yannis Papadopoulos, who pushes his soaring, dramatic voice to phenomenal new heights.

To visually match the grand scale of the song, the band has once again collaborated with award-winning director Katri Ilona Koppanen to deliver a stunning and cinematic music video that perfectly captures the majestic, emotional weight of the track.

Watch the video for 'Lost Children' Below :
Listen to ‘Lost Children’: https://beastinblack.bfan.link/lcsg

Anton Kabanen explains:

”Lost Children Chapter” is one of my absolute favourite parts of Berserk manga, if not my favourite. It had an enormous impact on me when I first read it, some 20 years ago, and ever since I wanted to write songs (or at least one!) about it. I wanted to find my own way to tell this important, tragic and heart-wrenching story, while staying true to its delicate child-like purity and meaningful core.

What makes the story so powerful is its emotional complexity. Children are generally seen as innocent and pure, and in many ways they are also victims of their circumstances. Rosine (girl from the story) is a particularly fascinating example of this contradiction. She becomes the antagonist and commits genuinely terrible acts, yet deep down, she isn't inherently evil. She's a vulnerable child who has been pushed into a tragic situation.

When the God Hand (from Berserk) offers someone a way out of unimaginable suffering, it's difficult to say how most people would respond. You can understand why Rosine makes the choices she does without necessarily being able to forgive what she does.

That's what makes the story emotionally turbulent. You experience anger, horror, sadness and compassion, sometimes almost simultaneously. By the end, there's a sense of emotional absolution, because you realise that the character you've been fighting against is also a victim herself. It's not a straightforward story of good versus evil. The emotions are contradictory, and that's precisely why it's so deeply moving.

I wish to add that with Katri's visual and emotional storytelling abilities she created a beautiful, unique, layered and the most soulful Beast In Black music video to date, which connects to a human heart and reminds us how fragile it is, and yet so sincerely hopeful in its innocent core. We all have been children, we all are someone's children, some of us have children. And we all are drawn to that warm light glowing softly in the window called home."

BEAST IN BLACK AT FULL METAL HOLIDAY

23.10.2026 ES Mallorca - Pool Stage (Full Metal Holiday)

 

RESURRECTION TOUR

BEAST IN BLACK

SONATA ARCTICA

FROZEN CROWN

26.10.2026 UK London - O2 Forum Kentish Town

27.10.2026 BE Brüssel - Ancienne Belgique

28.10.2026 NL Tilburg - 013 Poppodium

29.10.2026 DE Leipzig - Haus Auensee

31.10.2026 AT Wien - Gasometer

01.11.2026 HU Budapest - Barba Negra

02.11.2026 CZ Zlín - Sports Hall Datart

03.11.2026 PL Gliwice - PreZero Arena

05.11.2026 DE Berlin - Columbiahalle

06.11.2026 DE Hannover - Swiss Life Hall

07.11.2026 DE Ludwigsburg - MHP Arena

08.11.2026 DE Offenbach - Stadthalle

09.11.2026 FR Paris - L'Olympia

11.11.2026 ES Barcelona - Razzmatazz

12.11.2026 ES Madrid - Sala La Riviera

13.11.2026 ES Bilbao - Santana 27

14.11.2026 FR Toulouse - Le Bikini

15.11.2026 FR Lyon - Le Transbordeur

17.11.2026 CH Zürich - Komplex 457

18.11.2026 IT Mailand - Alcatraz

20.11.2026 DE München - Zenith

21.11.2026 LU Esch-sur-Alzette / Luxemburg - Rockhal

22.11.2026 DE Oberhausen - Turbinenhalle

23.11.2026 DE Hamburg - Inselpark Arena

24.11.2026 SE Göteborg - Trädgår'n

25.11.2026 SE Stockholm - Arenan Fryshuset

27.11.2026 FI Joensuu - Unholy Winter Fest*

28.11.2026 FI Jyväskylä - John Smith Frozen*

05.12.2026 FI Helsinki - Ice Hall**

*without Sonata Arctica, Frozen Crown

**special guest The 69 Eyes, support Rabbit Cult

Tickets on sale here: https://beastinblack.com/tour

Line up:

Yannis Papadopoulos - Lead vocals

Mate Molnar - Bass

Atte Palokangas - Drums

Markus Venehsalo - Guitars

Anton Kabanen - Guitars, vocals, virtual instruments programming

 

BEAST IN BLACK online:

https://beastinblack.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/beastinblackofficial

https://www.instagram.com/bib_band

https://www.tiktok.com/@bib_band

https://www.youtube.com/@BeastInBlackOfficial

DEFENCES RELEASE VIDEO FOR "DEATH OF A DREAM" — A BITTERSWEET ANTHEM ON THE POWER OF LETTING GO — WATCH

Following their spectacular collaboration with SKINDRED's Benji Webbe on "More Of Us (Than There Are Of Them)," British alt-metal outfit DEFENCES return with their striking new single, "Death Of A Dream." The track explores the bittersweet grief of relinquishing an old vision for the future, celebrating the liberation that comes with stepping fully into your own power.

''Sometimes you have to allow an old dream to die to make space for a life that actually feels like yours,'' explains vocalist Cherry Duesbury.

Blending the band's signature melodic catchiness with nu metal and EDM influences, "Death Of A Dream" lands squarely in the realm of Spiritbox, The Plot In You, and Bad Omens. The single perfectly sets the stage for DEFENCES as they prepare for their upcoming UK tour alongside Future Palace this autumn, with a European run already in the works for 2027.

Watch the video for "Death Of A Dream" below.

Stream the single here.

Singer Cherry Duesbury on the theme of the song: '''DEATH OF A DREAM' is the product of laying some of my deepest desires and wishes to rest. It's all about the difference between subconsciously leaving a dream behind and fully accepting that the path has closed, which is made exponentially harder when what you’re leaving behind is a future you once believed you wanted above all else. While there is real grief in that realization, the whole point of this song is that self-actualization is a violent, destructive act that is necessary to allow the creation of a new life from the ashes of an old one.

"The writing process for 'DEATH OF A DREAM' almost felt supernatural in how quickly and clearly the lyrics came to me, which is fitting given it was written on the summer solstice! 'I get to decide how I wanna show up' was the first line I wrote and it wasn't just a hook, it was the thought the entire song grew from. It was almost as if my future self was telling me what I needed to hear in that moment following a total upheaval in my life and the birth of a new chapter. It was a refreshing change to stop thinking about how I reach self-acceptance and instead to start enjoying the fact that I had already achieved it. This whole song feels like a future version of myself telling me to stop searching for absolution, to choose myself, take up space and step into who I am. I can hear that voice telling me: ''You're already here, so start acting like it!'"

Known for their eclectic blend of synth-heavy melodies and crushing riffs, fronted by the distinctive tones of singer Cherry Duesbury, DEFENCES have taken modern metalcore to the next level. Across a decade, two EPs, and three LPs, themes of introspection, self-reflection, and inner strength remain front and center — delivering self-acceptance-core at its finest.

The British group has built a formidable live reputation across the UK and Europe, sharing stages with RØRY, FUTURE PALACE, TRASH BOAT, and REDHOOK alongside selling out their own headline shows and landing major festival slots. With over 15 million streams to date and features across flagship streaming playlists, DEFENCES continue their steady rise.

DEFENCES LIVE:
SUPPORTING FUTURE PALACE:
11/4 — London, UK —The Garage
11/5 — Manchester, UK — Academy
116 — Glasgow, UK — Slay
11/7 —Leeds, UK — Key Club

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

DEFENCES ARE:
Cherry Duesbury — Vocals
William Young — Keys, Vocals
Calum Wilmot — Guitar
Kyle Parke — Drums

Zach Top Brings Red Rocks to the Big Screen & First YouTube Live

Zach Top is taking one of his favorite live performance moments from his Cold Beer & Country Music Tour to the big screen – and bringing fans along for the ride. On Sunday, Nov. 1, the reigning GRAMMY Best Traditional Country Album winner will host a special live experience from Stardust Drive-In in Watertown, Tennessee, marking his first-ever YouTube Live and giving fans a front-row seat to the premiere of Zach Top – Live From Red Rocks: The Concert Film.

Presented by Kimes Ranch, the one-of-a-kind event will debut a concert film captured across Top’s two back-to-back sold-out nights at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado on September 28-29, 2025. The Stardust gathering will feature a unique, intimate performance from Top, followed by the premiere of the film, transforming a classic drive-in into a gathering place for fans to experience the music together.

Set a Reminder: Zach Top’s YouTube Live

“My first time headlining Red Rocks was such a special experience, and I’m so thankful we decided to film it,” Top shares. “It’s so fun to have my memories from that night immortalized, and I’m so excited to be able to share that career highlight with so many more fans in addition to the ones that attended in person.”

The event opens at 4 p.m. CT, with the program scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. CT. Tickets are available through Seated for $100 per vehicle, plus fees, with each ticket admitting a maximum of four people. Parking is first-come, first-served, and concessions will be available on-site.

For Top, whose unmistakable traditional country sound has connected with a growing audience of fans, Live From Red Rocks: The Concert Film captures the kind of moment that makes the music bigger than the stage. Now, with a special acoustic performance and a cinematic look back at two sold-out nights, he’s giving fans another way to be part of it – whether they’re pulling into Stardust or tuning in from home.

EVENT DETAILS

WHAT: Zach Top’s first-ever YouTube Live performance, live from Stardust Drive-In and the world premiere of Zach Top — Live From Red Rocks: The Concert Film, Presented by Kimes Ranch

WHEN: Sunday, November 1, 2026
Doors: 4 p.m. CT | Scheduled start: 6 p.m. CT

WHERE: Stardust Drive-In
310 Purple Tiger Drive, Watertown, TN, 37184 

YOUTUBE LIVE: www.youtube.com/live/WO5_tCIPMrU
Kick off the premiere of Zach Top - Live From Red Rocks: The Concert Film with an acoustic performance from Zach, live at the drive-in. 

TICKETS: $100 per vehicle, plus fees, through Seated. One ticket admits a maximum of four people. Parking is first-come, first-served. Link to purchase HERE.