ALIEN WEAPONRY to Support Kerry King (Slayer) along “North American Headline Tour 2025”

Following the Tribeca film festival debut of their documentary, "Alien Weaponry: Kua Tupu Te Ara," New Zealand's global metal frontrunners, ALIEN WEAPONRY are slated to join the legendary Kerry King with his new band (featuring members of Slayer, HELLYEAH, Machine Head, and Death Angel) as well as special guests Municipal Waste on King’s bombastic “North American Headline Tour 2025!” The tour is set to launch in San Francisco on January 15, 2025, and wrap at House of Blues in Las Vegas on February 22.

ALIEN WEAPONRY won over fans and critics alike with their latest album, 'Tangaroa.' The album coalesces the band’s growing maturation with an undisturbed songwriting process, resulting in their most inspired, honest and informed material yet. In addition to lyrics written in te reo Māori, many 'Tangaroa' tracks feature traditional instruments, called taonga puoro, providing the tracks their own warrior-like attitude. While ALIEN WEAPONRY sourced inspiration from their culture and environmental surroundings while writing most of 'Tangaroa,' the band also looked inward - drawing vision for other portions of the album from within.

ALIEN WEAPONRY

Supporting Kerry King’s “North American Headline Tour 2024”

w/ Special Guest Municipal Waste

01/15/25: San Francisco, CA @ The Regency Ballroom

01/17/25: Spokane, WA @ Spokane Live Casino

01/18/25: Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo

01/29/25: Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater

01/20/25: Vancouver, BC  @ Commodore Ballroom

01/22/25: Calgary, AB  @ The Palace Theatre

01/23/25: Edmonton, AB  @ Midway Music Hall

01/25/25: Winnipeg, MB  @ Burton Cummings Theatre

01/26/25: Minneapolis, MN @ The Fillmore

01/28/25: Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave

01/30/25: Detroit, MI @ The Majestic Theater

01/31/25: Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues

02/01/25: Toronto, ON  @ Danforth Music Hall

02/02/25: Montreal, QC  @ L'Olympia

02/04/25: Boston, MA @ Royale

02/05/25: Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre of the Living Arts

02/07/25: New York, NY @ Irving Plaza

02/08/25: Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Soundstage

02/10/25: Atlanta, GA @ Buckhead Theatre

02/11/25: St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live

02/13/25: Houston, TX @ House of Blues

02/14/25: Austin, TX @ Emo's

ALIEN WEAPONRY are:                     

Henry Te Reiwhati de Jong - Drums, Backing vocals 

Lewis Raharuhi de Jong - Guitars, Lead vocals         

Tūranga Porowini Morgan-Edmonds - Backing vocals & guitar

LORD OF THE LOST Vocalist CHRIS HARMS to Release First Solo Album, '1980', on January 31, 2025!

LORD OF THE LOST Singer CHRIS HARMS’ First Solo Album – an 80s Synth-Pop Revival!

CHRIS HARMS not only stands out as a musical chameleon with his band LORD OF THE LOST but also with his very first solo album, '1980.' The album, which is strongly reminiscent of synth-pop, will be released on January 31, 2025 via Napalm Records and is the realization of a long-cherished dream that is finally coming to life. 1980 delivers a very unique sound yet untapped in Harms' main band. Instead, it dives into the uniquely atmospheric synthesizer sounds of the 80s, interweaving them with electronic, wave, and goth elements and completely diverting from guitar-driven rock style.

Harms’ distinctive voice and '1980's synth-pop-inspired sound craft an atmospheric journey through time, starting with the wave-infused, dancefloor-ready album opener and first single, “I Love You.” The official music video, released today, perfectly complements the track, delivering captivating visuals that radiate the retro charm of the 80s.

CHRIS HARMS adds:

“‘I Love You’ – that immediately sounds like a cheerful summer hit to me. However, this first impression couldn’t be more wrong. While the 80s synth sound effortlessly creates a sense of lightness, ‘I Love You’ is, at its core, one of the saddest songs I have ever written. Melancholy in neon colors.”

Watch the Official Music Video for “I Love You“

'With LORD OF THE LOST, CHRIS HARMS just experienced the most successful four years in the band's history, including participation in the Eurovision Song Contest and tours with Iron Maiden, as well as one #1 and two #2 albums on the Official German Album Charts. But a break is out of the question. The idea of a solo album has been maturing in his mind for a long time and has now taken its final form.

CHRIS HARMS describes '1980':

“If I were forced to categorize this album and label it, it would probably say ‘a strange but successful mix of Depeche Mode, Modern Talking and Sandra with Chris Harms' voice, but with less perm and mullet’”.

Make sure to get your copy of '1980' NOW

Songs such as the hit “She Called Me Diaval” and “Lunamor” exude a pleasant lightness, while “Past Pain” and “May This Be Your Last Battlefield” strike a reflective note. Two selected duets round off the album: Harms welcomes guest singer Sven Friedrich (Solar Fake) on “Madonna Of The Night”, while Ronan Harris (VNV Nation) can be heard on "The Grey Machines”.

'1980' deliberately avoids attempting to reinvent the wheel, but is to be understood as a musical journey through time. It is proof of Harms' artistic versatility, for which he is admired and appreciated far beyond genre boundaries. There is no deliberate calculation or riding the wave of any trends on the album, but simply a passion, desire, and love for music, with which CHRIS HARMS has marked a remarkable new pinnacle in his discography as a musician.

MAGNUM Release New Single "Days Of No Trust (Live)" + Music Video

British Rock icons MAGNUM release a new digital single and music video, "Days Of No Trust (Live)". The song is taken from the upcoming live album 'Live At KK's Steel Mill' which will be available January 10, 2025.

On the new single "Days Of No Trust (Live)", singer Bob Catley states:

“As we all know, Tony wrote this song for our 1988 album ‘Wings Of Heaven’ and it’s a political statement that is still valid today – that people worldwide deserve better than vagabonds, crooks and corrupt politicians.” 

Watch the Official Music Video for "Days Of No Trust (Live)"

MAGNUM recently announced the release of the band's final live album with founder Tony Clarkin. Recorded December 10, 2022, 'Live at KK's Steel Mill' was the memorable night when they played the final show of their European tour at KK’s Steel Mill in Wolverhampton and, as they had done on all previous nights, wowed their fans from the first to the last note.

The concert was recorded by state-of-the-art audio equipment, which later turned out to be a real blessing because it was – as we now know – the last official live recording starring Tony Clarkin. The guitarist and main songwriter died unexpectedly on January 7, 2024, just a few days before the release of MAGNUM’s studio album ‘Here Comes The Rain.’

The album presents MAGNUM as an enthusiastically celebrated act whose repertoire of hits, classics, and newer material could hardly be more varied. “It was the perfect evening,” recalls singer Bob Catley. “We finished our The Monster Roars tour in Wolverhampton, KK’s Steel Mill was packed out and the promoter was a passionate MAGNUM fan. I couldn’t imagine a more worthy farewell to Tony than those recordings.”

Due to the huge demand and to mark the first anniversary of Clarkin’s passing, ‘Live At KK’s Steel Mill’ will be available via Steamhammer/SPV starting January 10, 2025, for the first time on double CD, triple LP, and for digital download.

Pre-Order 'Live at KK's Steel Mill' HERE

"Live At KK's Steel Mill" will be released on January 10th, 2025

via SPV/Steamhammer in the following configurations:



=> 2CD DigiPak incl. 24 pages booklet

=> 3LP box bag, 140 g, solid viola vinyl, 6-page colored insert

=> Download / Streaming 

Pre-Order HERE

=> Exclusive CD/LP Bundles with a shirt and exclusive vinyl color

(solid baby blue) only at the Steamhammer shop

Pre-Order HERE

To pay tribute to their late bandleader, MAGNUM are set to play an exclusive series of ‘Tribute to Tony’ shows in the UK in January 2025. As a special gesture, Clarkin’s daughter Dionne will showcase two of her father’s favorite instruments to the concerts – his red Telecaster and his white custom guitar, hoping that Clarkin will be watching from heaven.

“My father was an extremely modest and humble man who would probably be surprised at how much the large MAGNUM community continues to love him to this day. He always believed that few people would really care if one day he would no longer be with us. As it turns out, the exact opposite is the case: We all miss him, his huge artistic achievement, and his great empathy as a father, friend and musician!” 

This is why ‘Live at KK’s Steel Mill’ is undoubtedly one of the most emotional albums in MAGNUM’s longstanding career!

Pre-Order Exclusive CD/LP Bundles HERE

Cinematic AOR Crew THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA Drop Second New Single & Official Music Video

THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA has released the energetic new single “Way To Spend The Night”, cut from the upcoming album 'Give Us The Moon,' set for release on January 31, 2025, via Napalm Records! Founded in 2007 by members of significant bands such as Soilwork, Arch Enemy, and Mean Streak, THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA have established their place in the scene with AOR-inspired, multifaceted soundscapes and spellbinding live shows, garnering an international fanbase by touring in Europe as well as in Latin America. Further live highlights have included enormous festivals like Wacken Open Air and opening for Kiss on their very last two shows in Sweden at legendary Dalhalla.

Fans will get the chance to hear songs from the new album live on THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA’s “Moon Over Europe 2025” tour from late January on, with Metalite and Tragedy announced as support acts, as well as on the Scandinavian leg of the tour starting in late February. Get your tickets now, make sure to pre-order the new album and check out the official music video for “Way To Spend The Night” below!

THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA comments:

“’Way To Spend The Night’ shows you the absolute electric connection we have as a band, both as musicians and people. This band that we have in common, brings out the very best of each member and makes them deliver beyond anyone’s wildest expectations. That is something we really treasure and this song proves it - both musically and visually. The footage was all captured in the glistening autumnal side of summer, one night on town in the heart of Stockholm. Please enjoy!””

Watch the Official Music Video for “Way To Spend The Night”

'Give Us The Moon' takes the listener on an exciting sonic journey, balancing between uplifting escapism and captivating stories inspired by real-life events. The album's themes span the likes of heroines and temptresses to liberation and romantic nostalgia, set to backdrops of abandoned cities and cosmic tides.

The intro track “Final Call” sets the scene for 'Give Us The Moon' before the impressive opening track “Stratus” is followed by the beautifully nostalgic “Shooting Velvet”. The intro of “Like The Beating Of A Heart” captures the listener from its first notes, leading into an irresistibly catchy chorus. Massive “Melbourne, May I?” is a classic THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA anthem, featuring captivating solos that are equally prominent on following track “Miraculous”. THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA slows it down for the emotional “Paloma”, before again diving into different soundscapes on the exciting, uplifting “Cosmic Tide”. The title track “Give Us The Moon” builds into a singalong chorus, before the band continues their trademark of name-dropping streets and cities on “A Paris Point Of View”, which features fascinating instrumentation including particularly 80s-inspired keys and groovy bass. Sentimental “Runaways” feels like a part of a movie, only partially because of the attention-grabbing intro track before the first notes. THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA gets the tempo up once more for “Way To Spend The Night” before epic closing track “Stewardess, Empress, Hot Mess (And The Captain Of Pain)” wraps up THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA’s most cinematic masterpiece so far.

'Give Us The Moon' is free from the limitations of one genre or style, although many of the soundscapes of the album draw inspiration from the 80s, making the album a varied, exciting adventure. 'Give Us The Moon' is produced by THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA and Sebastian Forslund, who also mixed the album, and is mastered by Plec Johansson at award-winning The Panic Room Studios. To celebrate the release of the new full-length, THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA will embark on a full European tour in late January 2025. Boarding is completed - fasten your seatbelts and enjoy the flight!

THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA about their new album:

 “We have never worked harder on an album before and what a journey it’s been. We feel that this album has it all and there’s no way we could have done any better. It’s an explosion of emotions and cinematic landscapes where you’ll be catapulted into space and then land smoothly while feeling right at home. It will be your haven and your grand escape all at once. We hope you will connect to this album with every fiber of your body and mind, just like we do. Please do enjoy 'Give Us The Moon'!”

Pre-Order Your Copy Of 'Give Us The Moon' NOW:

THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA are:

Björn Strid - Vocals

Sharlee D’Angelo - Bass

Jonas Källsbäck - Drums

Sebastian Forslund - Guitar, Percussions

John Lönnmyr - Keys

Rasmus Ehrnborn - Guitar

Anna Brygard - Backing Vocals

Åsa Lundman - Backing Vocals

BURNING WITCHES Releases Spellbinding Newest Anthem "Mirror, Mirror" + Official Lyric Video

BURNING WITCHES bring back 80s heavy metal vibes and recharge their powerful force with renewed sonic clarity on their upcoming maxi-single, 'The Spell Of The Skull,' out today! With screaming guitars, the Swiss band is back for a heavy metal blast session in the snow.

With 'The Spell Of The Skull,' they curse audiences with two new songs from their latest conjuring of witchcraft. Witchqueen Romana Kalkuhl hypnotizes your mind with her melodic riffs, while diabolic priestess Laura Guldemond conquers your soul with crowd-pleasing shouts. Today, the stunning single “Mirror, Mirror” has been released alongside an official lyric video. The track opens with a virtuous intro that shows the band’s true witchcraft, especially when it comes to creating catchy and hypnotizing guitar riffs. Laura Guldemond, on the other hand, impresses with her incredible vocal range and distinctive style of singing. This new onslaught satisfies all supporters of the fast and unholy forces.

Only a few years after their foundation, these five witches had already performed at fully attended shows at the biggest and most important festivals of the entire metal universe, like Wacken, Summer Breeze, and Rock Harz Open Air in Germany. After five attention-grabbing albums, BURNING WITCHES prepares for another attack in 2025!

Watch the Official Lyric Video for “Mirror, Mirror” Below.

BURNING WITCHES are:

Laura Guldemond - Vocals

Romana Kalkuhl - Guitars

Courtney Cox - Guitars

Jay Grob - Bass

Lala Frischknecht - Drums

Pre-Order your Copy of 'The Spell Of The Skull' NOW!

Polish Black Metal Force PATRIARKH, Formerly Batushka, Drop New Single “ВЕРШАЛИН II” + Audio Visualizer

Polish black metal icons PATRIARKH (formerly Batushka), centered around singer/mastermind Bartłomiej Krysiuk, continue their conceptual album with the release of their new single “ВЕРШАЛИН II” (Lat. WIERSZALIN II). Accompanied by an audio visualizer video, the official video will be released shortly after. The song perfectly blends heavy doom metal with black metal, seamlessly merging folk instruments and captivating choirs’ merges with beautifully arranged string instruments, building an eerie tension accentuated by engaging growls.

Taken from the upcoming studio album 'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ' (Lat. PROROK ILJA), out on January 3, 2025 via Napalm Records, PATRIARKH returns with a clear and fresh vision! The album, spanning eight brand-new tracks, delves into the true story of Eliasz Klimowicz, the enigmatic Prophet Ilja. Set against the dramatic historical backdrop of the 1930s and ’40s,PATRIARKH masterfully transforms these events into dark yet mesmerizing atmospheres, interwoven with their deeply rooted Eastern Orthodox traditions. Building on the critical success of 'Hospodi' (2019) and relentless global touring, PATRIARKH shows no signs of slowing down, with countless live shows lined up for this and the coming year.

Pre-order your copy of 'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ' (Lat. PROROK ILJA) now and immerse yourself in the next chapter of their saga. Watch the captivating video for “ВЕРШАЛИН II” (Lat. WIERSZALIN II) below!

PATRIARKH about the new single “ВЕРШАЛИН II”:

"‘Wierszalin II’ explores the theme of revelation, highlighting the significant role of the Mother of God as a symbolic sign within the piece. It reflects an anointing that accompanies the prophet's message, functioning as a prayer imbued with purpose. This hymn is associated with the Prophet Ilya, encapsulating his expressions of worship, praise, and gratitude for the opportunity to serve and glorify heaven through his work. Ultimately, the song emphasizes the connection between divine revelation and the prophet's mission, which ends in failure.”

Check out the audio visualizer for

“ВЕРШАЛИН II” (Lat. WIERSZALIN II) Below:napa

Reborn PATRIARKH (formerly Batushka) returns with

a masterpiece of arcane black metal!

'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ' details a true story that happened in the band’s home area of Podlasie, in the village of Grzybowszczyzna, in the 1930s and 40s. The album takes the listener into the world of Eliasz Klimowicz, the titular Prophet Ilja, an illiterate peasant who was the leader of the Orthodox Grzybowska Sect, active until the 1960s, cultivating and transmitting the history of the self-proclaimed prophet. PATRIARKH spread their gospel by using an arsenal of folk instruments, such as tagelharpa, mandolin, mandocello, hurdy-gurdy, and stringed dulcimer, and worked with a symphony orchestra and choirs to give their new creations the most organic and vivid feeling possible. As is trademark with PATRIARKH’s music, Orthodox sacredness is mixed with black and doom metal, now largely enriched with folk music, neo-dark folk, and even film music. The band utilizes the entire palette of Orthodox music, venturing into the areas of Byzantine monody, liturgical chant, and Russian polyphony, neatly adapting folk and liturgical melodies to their own style. 

PATRIARKH on the new album:

“With this new release, we are starting a new chapter in our history - not only is our name changing, but our music is also undergoing a natural evolution. The story on the album encouraged us to get out of our comfort zone, we reached for means that we had not used before in our music. Many of you will wonder if this is still black metal? Or is it even metal? Radio play, audiobook, theater, film soundtrack, folk music, performance... All these terms will fit here. Some will hate, others will love...”

The lyrical side of 'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ' is an interesting mix of theater and pastoralism. PATRIARKH uses fragments of texts from the theater play "Prorok Ilja" and draws from the messages contained in the works of Włodzimierz Pawluczuk, combining it with folk and liturgical texts. On 'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ,' listeners can hear various languages – and Polish for the first time ever! The album was recorded in January and May 2024 at Tall Pine Records (Behemoth, Zalewski, Afromental), Heinrich House (Behemoth, Vesania, Hate), Wem Studio (Kasa Chorych, Lukasyno, Cira), and Radio Białystok studio. Mixing and mastering was handled by Wojciech Wiesławski at Hertz Studio (Vader, Behemoth, Decapitated), and production was helmed by band mastermind and leading vocalist Bartłomiej "Варфоломей" Krysiuk. “ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ is an album full of emotions, sentimentalism and folklore. It’s pastoral, lyrical, epic, multidimensional, and multicolored, just like my Podlasie is multicolored,” says Варфоломей. Dive into the deepest of all shadows with this black metal masterpiece and join PATRIARKH on this intriguing ride!

Pre-Order Your Copy of 'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ' NOW:

PATRIARKH are:

ВАРФОЛОМИЕЙ – Vocals

ЛЕХ - Drums

МОНАХ ТАРЛАХАН - Guitars

МОНАХ БОРУТА - Guitars

АРХАНГЕЛ МИХАИЛ - Guitars

ХИАЦЫНТОС ЯЦА - Choir

ЯЗЫЧНИК – Choir

Zombie Metal Sensation DOMINUM Drops New Single “We Are Forlorn” + Video!

Zombie metal band DOMINUM unveils their new single, “We Are Forlorn”, offering the next taste of their upcoming second album, 'The Dead Don't Die,' out December 27, 2024 via Napalm Records! The album’s massive opening track invites the listener on a dark and dramatic journey, underlining the heavier metal influences that Dr. Dead and his Zombies introduce on their second full-length - contributing to an even more bombastic and darker sound than on their debut.           

“We Are Forlorn” sets the perfect tone for a sinister atmosphere to run shivers down one’s spine. It's accented by trenchant riffing, thundering drums and a matchless vocal performance by Dr. Dead. Together with a visually palpable official music video, “We Are Forlorn” marks a standout offering, yet only a preview for what’s to come when DOMINUM evoke the zombie apocalypse at the end of the year with 'The Dead Don't Die'!

Dr. Dead on the new single “We Are Forlorn”:

“Something wicked has awakened. My zombies are more dangerous, more terrifying, and filled with new power. But their transformation didn’t come easily – under the cloak of midnight, in a secret graveyard, a ritual of shadows took place. A single touch of the secret elixir, and they buried themselves anew... What happened next? You’ll have to see it for yourself.

“'We Are Forlorn'! A name that echoes darkness, but at its heart, it’s about standing together. 'We Are Forlorn'—yet we rise united."

Watch the Official Music Video for “We Are Forlorn” Below

DOMINUM on the upcoming album 'The Dead Don’t Die':

"Hey, living people. Exactly one year ago, our journey began, and now it’s time for a new chapter. In the darkest nights, I buried my fallen zombies and brought them back to life under the full moon. But the real story is still to come. Stay calm, stay close (forever—pun intended), and I’ll tell you everything soon. Just remember one thing: the dead don’t really die."

Yours,

Dr. Dead

DOMINUM entered the scene in 2023 with a blast and hit the top 20 of the Official German Album Charts immediately with their debut album, 'Hey Living People.'

Massive album opening track “We Are Forlorn” invites the listener on a dark and dramatic journey that continues full-speed on “One Of Us”. Irresistibly catchy “Don't Get Bitten By The Wrong Ones” features DOMINUM’s trademark eerie yet tongue-in-cheek lyrics, continuing straight from where the band left off with their first album. The monumental title track “The Dead Don’t Die” is another highlight of 'The Dead Don’t Die' - a clever take on a classic children’s lullaby leads into brilliantly dark storytelling, that heavy instrumentation and a multifaceted vocal performance take to the next level.

Feuerschwanz and dArtagnan mastermind Ben Metzner is featured in this song. In addition to the album’s 10 original tracks, DOMINUM continues delivering the exciting cover of Scorpions’ classic hit “Rock You Like A Hurricane.” Some formats come with the bonus CD 'Live at Graspop Metal Meeting 2024' which includes their acclaimed performance at Graspop 2024.

Get Your Copy of 'The Dead Don't Die' NOW

Since the release of the first album in December 2023, DOMINUM has played nearly sold-out tours supporting big names such as Bruce Dickinson, Avantasia, Feuerschwanz, and Peyton Parrish in Europe, as well as convincing international audiences at summer festivals such as Graspop and Rock Harz.

DOMINUM will kick off their first full headlining tour right in time for the release of 'The Dead Don’t Die,' bringing their new horror stories to life on stage for the first time, after supporting Feuerschwanz on the second leg of their Fegefeuer tour again.

DOMINUM are:

Dr. Dead – Vocals

Patient Zero – Bass

Victor Hilltop – Drums

Tommy Kemp - Guitars

Leading Rock and Metal Force AVANTASIA Reveals Catchy New Single “Creepshow”

Rock and metal flagship AVANTASIA will release their thrilling 10th studio album and Napalm Records debut, 'Here Be Dragons', on February 28, 2025, and today the band unleashes the energizing first new single “Creepshow”! The new track is one of the catchiest songs of AVANTASIA’s career so far, and it arrives with an exciting, cinematic music video. The guaranteed future hit rings in a new era of AVANTASIA and will be an integral part of AVANTASIA’s spectacular live shows.

In their 25 years of existence, AVANTASIA has become one of the biggest leading forces in metal, boasting nine successful previous albums (such as the #1 charting 'Moonglow'), worldwide sold-out arena tours and headline shows at all of the most important metal festivals. 'Here Be Dragons' is sure to exceed all expectations as the most powerful AVANTASIA album so far.

Tobias Sammet on the single and video:

"'Creepshow' is a perfect single. It’s short and catchy and it emphasizes a facet of my work that has taken a backseat in my music in recent years. It’s light-hearted and the opposite of melancholic. And it's fresh, boisterous, and unabashed - a straightforward kick-ass anthem. Also, even though it may seem like a reminiscence of my earlier writing, I think we managed to turn the whole thing into a trademark AVANTASIA tune, as we accentuated with the music video. We rented a haunted castle in North England and celebrated a night in the world of spectres and undead creatures. This is the most vibrant and eccentric music video I’ve ever shot in my entire career, not dead-serious, but certainly of serious quality! I can’t wait to play 'Creepshow' live on our tour next year, I can already see the whole venue jumping up and down and screaming along!”

Pre-Order Your Copy Of 'Here Be Dragons' NOW!

Watch the Official Music Video for “Creepshow” Below

Rock and metal flagship AVANTASIA returns with

thrilling 10th studio album, 'Here Be Dragons'!

Featuring absolute AVANTASIA essentials such as spellbinding choirs and theatrical symphonic metal elements, multitalented mastermind and frontman Tobias Sammet also surprises fans old and new with plenty of intriguing fresh soundscapes on 'Here Be Dragons.' The album gives the celebrated AVANTASIA sound that has been carefully crafted over a quarter of a century an exciting and powerful spin. The new album is the most consistent and concise piece of art that the band has ever crafted.

AVANTASIA is not showing any signs of slowing down - soon after the release of 'Here Be Dragons,' the band will head out on an extensive arena tour across Europe, promising to deliver fans an immersive experience with their biggest and most epic production ever.

In grand AVANTASIA tradition, the new full-length is rich in vivid storytelling and cinematic atmospheres, not to mention the highest level of musicianship. The incredible title track “Here Be Dragons” is a classic AVANTASIA song, and at almost nine minutes, is by far the longest on the album. The cinematic dark soundscapes of “The Witch” captivate and support the song’s storyline perfectly. Emotional, multifaceted vocal performances mesmerize on“Avalon”, while the heavy metal number “Against The Wind” serves as further proof of the versatility of AVANTASIA’s sound. Remaining well-balanced and cohesive, 'Here Be Dragons' is undeniably AVANTASIA’s most powerful album so far.

The 10-track offering was written and composed in its entirety by Tobias Sammet himself, produced and recorded by Tobias Sammet together with Sascha Paeth, mixed by Sascha Paeth and mastered by Michael Rodenberg. The stunning cover art was once again created by acclaimed British fantasy artist Rodney Matthews. 'Here Be Dragons' marks another masterpiece in the AVANTASIA catalog, leaving both fans and critics speechless and proving the band’s standing as a main force in the world of rock and metal! The album will be available in several different editions, with bonus albums included on select limited formats.

Blackened Death Metal Masters THULCANDRA Presents New Video Clip From Very First Live Album 'Live Demise,' Out This Friday On Napalm Records!

Blackened death metal masters THULCANDRA will release their first-ever live album, 'Live Demise,' that celebrates the first chapter and early days of the band!

'Live Demise' was recorded live in 2011 at a hometown show in Munich, Germany, and features true gems that the band hasn't performed in more than a decade, all with the original line-up consisting of Sebastian Ludwig, Tobias Ludwig, Matthias Landes (Dark Fortress, Noneuclid), and Steffen Kummerer (Obscura, Death, Cynic).

Following a video clip for the previously-released live version of "Fallen Angel's Dominion", today, THULCANDRA is premiering "Night Eternal (Live)"!

Band mastermind, Steffen Kummerer, comments:

"With 'Night Eternal' we present you the opening track of our debut album 'Fallen Angel’s Dominion' (2010), taken off our first ever live release 'Live Demise.' Tracked at a hometown show in Munich, Germany a decade ago, we celebrate the early days of the band in a raw and energetic setting, showcasing each member on fire. See you all on our upcoming European run with Sacramentum at a venue near you!"

The video clip for "Night Eternal (Live)" is now streaming HERE

THULCANDRA’s rise to power ignited when the four-piece unleashed their debut album, 'Fallen Angel’s Dominion', upon metaldom in 2010. Followed by their 2011 masterpiece, 'Under a Frozen Sun', 'Live Demise' contains brutal-as-hell classics from both records, like "Black Flags Of Hate", "In Blood And Fire" and "The Spirit Of The Night", aptly capturing the spirit and high-voltage energy of both the crowd and band. Ragers such as "Night Eternal" and "Fallen Angel's Dominion" perfectly showcase the band's raw and intense performances in their early days, and prove how THULCANDRA has quickly stepped up as one of the leading bands of their genre!

Due to the pandemic, which was subsequently followed by their latest studio album 'Hail The Abyss', 'Live Demise' could not be released alongside THULCANDRA's 20th anniversary as originally planned. Now, with mixing and mastering by Dan Swanö (Katatonia, Edge Of Sanity, Dissection) and cover artwork designed by Herbert Lochner, this very special release will become available in only strictly limited editions exclusively via Napalm Records and atTHULCANDRA's upcoming live shows - including their European co-headlining run with legendary Swedish black and death metal band Sacramentum with support from Nephylim. The tour begins January 2025; find all upcoming dates listed below!

Pre-Order 'Live Demise' HERE!

THULCANDRA are:

Steffen Kummerer – Guitars & Vocals

Mariano Delastik – Guitars

Carsten Schorn – Bass

Alessandro Delastik – Drums

Croatia's Folk Metal Legion MANNTRA Announce New Album, 'Titans', out February 21, 2025!

Croatia’s finest Folk Metal powerhouse, MANNTRA, brings roaring hymns and swelling horns, announcing their 8th studio album 'Titans,' set for release on February 21, 2025 via Napalm Records! With seven albums already under their belts and a reputation forged on stages like the mighty Wacken Open Air and tours with legends like German Folk mainstays In Extremo, MANNTRA has proven themselves as a tour de force in the metal world. 'Titans' is another testament to their unstoppable momentum, blending ancient tradition with modern sounds to create something truly unforgettable.

Giving insight on their latest onslaught, today, MANNTRA release their first single, a tribute to YouTube phenomenon Miracle Of Sound, an explosive cover of “Skal”. This high-octane track is a resounding toast to unity, revelry, and the timeless power of music. With their signature fusion of raw metal riffs, traditional folk instrumentation, and industrial elements, MANNTRAdelivers an electrifying rendition of this modern classic, turning it into a full-fledged anthem for warriors, dreamers, and partygoers alike. Rooted in the band’s unique soundscape, “Skal” is a riot of pounding drums, razor-sharp guitars, and soulful pipes, seamlessly blending raucous energy with melodic folk charm, showcasing MANNTRA’s ability to bridge worlds with their masterful songwriting. Whether you’re a metalhead, a folk enthusiast, or simply someone who loves a good party, this track will have you raising your glass and stomping your feet.

MANNTRA on the new single “Skal”:

“’Skal’ is the first single from our upcoming album 'Titans.' We chose to cover this song by Miracle Of Sound because it captivated us from the first listen and already embodied the MANNTRA vibe. It felt like a song we could have written in a parallel reality. While we typically don’t do covers, this one perfectly aligns with the energy and themes of the album!”

Watch the Official Music Video for “Skal (Miracle Of Sound Cover)”

Upcoming Folk Metal Heroes MANNTRA Unleash Relentless Energy on 'Titans'!

Formed in 2012 around mastermind Marko Matijević Sekul, the band has proven to be extremely productive as 'Titans' is already their eighth studio album. Over the years the quintet developed their trademark sound by combining raw metal riffs and hard-hitting industrial sounds with traditional folk instruments, unleashing a relentless storm of catchy metal hymns. MANNTRA’s high-energy soundscape is skillfully built by supposed opposites: authentic folk instruments like pipes and mandolins interwoven with raspy male vocals and an uplifting industrial metal sound. With their newest masterpiece, they clearly take no prisoners as the album sets off with the title track “Titans” delivering forceful rhythms and powerful drumming. This continues on tracks like “Higher” or “Riders In The Dawn” kicking off with strong intros. Like no other, MANNTRA effortlessly manages to transport the ancient tunes into modern times by combining its folk elements with synths like on “My Sandman” or the album closer “Nav” delivering massive melodies.

But MANNTRA also stay true to their roots with "Teuta” telling the story of a legendary Illyrian queen who reigned in Croatia around 200 BC and “Unholy Water (Voda)” containing a catchy chorus and intense female folk vocals delivering a hymn-like melody with lyrics partly in Croatian. The same can be witnessed in the extremely groovy and catchy “Heart Of The Storm” while uplifting “Skal” is a song to get every folk party started. A clear highlight is the combined songs “Forgotten Pt.1” and “Forgotten Pt.2” which are true industrial metal masterpieces that seamlessly cross genres, heavily leaning towards electronic elements, while maintaining their very own soundscape.

Overall 'Titans' convinces with an enormous hit density and sets a clear mark, delivering proud hymns and in-your-face metal songs that are undeniable, proving that MANNTRA is on the very top of their game, ready to enter the next level of their promising journey!

Get Your Copy Of 'Titans' NOW

MANNTRA are:

Marko Matijević Sekul - Vocal / Synth / Guitar / Pipes

Andrea Kert – Drums

Zoltan Lečei – Bass

Zlatko Štefančić - Guitar / Mandolina / Pipes

Dorian Pavlović - Guitar / Acoustic

Masters Of Metal Parody NANOWAR OF STEEL Program Addictive Hit “Helloworld.java” with New Source Code Video

Masters of comedic heavy metal NANOWAR OF STEEL strike again with their latest track, "HelloWorld.java," a standout addition to their legacy of absurdly brilliant music. This tongue-in-cheek masterpiece merges headbanging riffs with a programmer’s worst (and funniest) nightmares. The band’s new live album, 'XX Years Of Steel', drops this Friday, December 6 via Napalm Records!

Paying homage to the world of coding, "HelloWorld.java" combines sharp wit, infectious melodies, and clever references to programming culture. The lyrics, written in Java programming language, should be translated at the listener’s own risk. The brand-new song is now available on all streaming platforms and comes with a stunning source code video. Perfect for programmers who headbang and headbangers who program!

NANOWAR OF STEEL on the new single "Helloworld.java":

“/* HelloWorld.java is the first executable song written in the ancient and

 * epic java programming language.

 * This is an open source song, and you can download the source code from

 * our GitHub repository:

 * https://github.com/NanowarOfSteel/HelloWorld */”

NANOWAR OF STEEL on their album release on this Friday:

“Never in the history of NANOWAR OF STEEL has there been an album so new and so old at the same time. 'XX Years Of Steel' combines the greatest hits of our past, performed live at Alcatraz, Milan as well as the most mediocre hits of our future: B-Sides, Covers, and Re-recording of previously recorded songs. Just enough to justify a Bonus Disc which you might want to miss!”

Two decades of epic riffs, hilarious twists, and metal mayhem

With millions of cross-platform streams and views on their hilariously entertaining music videos, NANOWAR OF STEEL has captivated audiences worldwide with their multilingual talent, distinctive blend of humor, and cultural insight. 'XX Years of Steel' kicks off with a tongue-in-cheek Italian introduction that humorously reinterprets the Book of Genesis, setting the stage for a night full of metal mayhem and laughter. Fans can expect live renditions of the band’s most iconic tracks, such as "Norwegian Reggaeton," which sees Charly Glamour (Gigatron) adding his explosive energy to the reggaeton-infused metal anthem. The crowd’s electric enthusiasm reaches its peak during "Valhalleluja", where Odin himself (Thomas Winkler of Angus McSix) leads the charge, and during "Uranus" with fans’ chants echoing through the venue.

Adding to the excitement, 'XX Years of Steel' introduces two brand-new tracks, including "Stormwarrior Of The Storm" and the innovative "HelloWorld.java", inspired by the history of coding - offering a playful yet complex narrative that showcases the band’s versatility. The new offering also blends special cover versions such as popular German party hit "Das Rote Pferd", the hilarious Iron Maiden parody "Afraid to Shoot into the Eyes of a Stranger in a Strange Land" and the sudatory "Armpits Of Immortals", enhanced from the likes of Ross The Boss (Manowar).

Pre-Order Your Copy of 'XX Years of Steel' NOW

NANOWAR OF STEEL are:

Edoardo Carlesi - Bass

Carlo Alberto Fiaschi - Vocals

Raffaello Venditti - Vocals

Valerio Storch - Guitar

Alessandro Milone – Drums

DEVILDRIVER Release Charging New Single, "If Blood is Life", + Music Video

Groove metal kings DEVILDRIVER recently made their triumphant return with part two of their Dealing With Demons saga, their 10th full-length, 'Dealing With Demons Vol. II', out May 12, 2023 via Napalm Records. Once again produced and engineered by Steve Evetts with additional engineering from guitarist Mike Spreitzer, 'Dealing With Demons Vol. II' is inarguably heavier and relentlessly harsher than its predecessor - as proven last month with bludgeoning debut single, "Through the Depths".

Today, DEVILDRIVER have dropped another unrelenting track, entitled "If Blood is Life",plus an action-packed performance music video featuring exclusive footage from their recent US co-headline tour with labelmates Cradle of Filth. The dynamic anthem grips with an unforgettable hook and lead guitar lines, swaying with an undeniable headbang-worthy groove as it shifts between rhythmic passages.

DEVILDRIVER frontman Dez Fafara says about "If Blood is Life":

"Shadows of the future, ghosts of your past walking the floor - why do these things haunt us as humans, when we should be focused on the fact that, like the chorus says, 'Time, it waits for no one, Time, it’s worth the taking.' Learn to focus on the now, the here, the present."

Watch the Music Video for “If Blood is Life”

As DEVILDRIVER enter their third decade with nine full-length albums, countless international tours and worldwide renown, they prove more resilient than ever. As the world was upended in 2020, iconic groove metal leaders DEVILDRIVER didn’t pause, releasing the highly-acclaimed first installment of their two-part Dealing With Demonssaga, 'Dealing With Demons I'. Now, as society emerges more hardened and determined than before, so does 'Dealing With Demons Vol. II'. The new album represents celebrated frontman Dez Fafara’s psyche and the final purging of his demons that have long haunted the band’s music.

International media mainstays like Revolver, Metal Hammer, Kerrang and Consequence lauded 'Dealing With Demons I', which debuted at #4 on the US Current Hard Music Albums Chart. Blabbermouth stated, “If the second half of this mammoth endeavor matches the first, this will be remembered as a pivotal moment in the DEVILDRIVERstory.” 'Dealing With Demons Vol. II' doubles down on the brutality - and then some!

If there is any question as to whether DEVILDRIVER is slowing down any time soon, 'Dealing With Demons Vol. II' proves that 20 years into their career, even with their demons in tow – they move forward at the forefront of metal.

Pre-Order 'Dealing With Demons Vol. II' HERE

Track one, “I Have no Pity”, instantly keeps fans guessing with its contrasting, marching rhythmic groove and Dez Fafara’s icy, earworm warnings. The album’s standout production immediately shines, with the track’s thick riffs, haunting leads, room-filling drums and Fafara’s vocal prowess leading the way.

Eerie, insistent “Mantra” drops a wave of melodic aggression on the listener, instantly inducing headbanging with its breakneck pace and occult lyricism. Dynamic tracks like “Nothing Lasts Forever” and “Summoning” cascade with alternating passages of sinister riffage and memorable chants. “Bloodbath” is as brutal as its name suggests, ominously bending and pummeling with immediate aggression, as “It’s a Hard Truth”continues the onslaught, cautioning against delusion amid balanced melodic leads.

Closer anthems, “If Blood is Life” and “This Relationship, Broken”, are the blood-soaked cherries atop 'Dealing With Demons Vol. II', bringing together all of the elements that make DEVILDRIVER the best at their craft.

Dealing With Demons Vol. II' will be available in the following formats:

=> CD Digipak (4 Panels)

=> CD Jewelcase (Signed) - Napalm North American mail order only, limited to 1000

=>1 LP Gatefold Purple

=> 1 LP Gatefold Inkspot Splatter Yellow/Purple/Black with Slipmat - Napalm worldwide mail order only, limited to 500

=> Music Cassette (Yellow Tape/Black Print)-Napalm worldwide mail order only, ltd to 100

=> 2x CD Digipak Dealing With Demons I & Dealing With Demons Vol. II - Napalm European mail order only

=> CD Digipak (4 Panels) + Notebook + Metal Symbol Bundle - Napalm worldwide mail order only

=> Digital Album

DEVILDRIVER are:

Dez Fafara - Vocals

Mike Spreitzer - Guitar

Jon Miller - Bass

Alex Lee - Guitar

Davier Pérez - Drums

Pagan Metal Institution ARKONA Announces Upcoming Album, Kob’, out June 16, 2023 via Napalm Records!

One of the most captivating bands in pagan metal, the adherents of heathen temple ARKONA, have finally announced the upcoming release of their eerie, captivating ninth studio album, Kob’, out June 16, 2023 via Napalm Records. After five years of silence, the band returns with eight ominous new tracks - forming the next chapter in their discography. Painting their music in the light of pagan traditions, Kob’ tells the story of humanity’s descent into the apocalypse.

Today, ARKONA has unveiled the album’s first single and title track, “Kob’” (Eng: spell), alongside an impressive occult-inspired music video. Underlined by Masha’s amazing screaming vocals and gloomy soundscapes, the music video tells the story of humanity's push away from the forgotten relics of the past, only to be resurrected and laid to rest.

ARKONA on “Kob’”:

“The song Kob' is the first step of the immersion into the abyss, the step marked by digging the long-buried, forgotten past, primordial evil out of the grave, and the funeral of its resurrector - Humanity. The video provides a visualization of the song, shrouded in the occult darkness of how that all is taking place. Watch it and taste the poisonous fruit of the dark essence of existence.”

Watch the Compelling Music Video for “Kob’”

Pagan metal leaders ARKONA return after five years with intriguing Kob’!

Preparing listeners for the first step into the abyss, the album opener “Izrechenie. Nachalo” (ENG: The Speech. The Beginning) gently takes the listener’s hand, leading them into trancelike realms of ominous whispers and murmuring voices - a recurring motif on the album. Dominated by rhythmic synths and a catchy bassline, “Ugasaya” (ENG: Fadin’ Away) represents the modern era of ARKONA’s pagan roots, as well as the great diversity in their music.

Although Kob’ is dedicated to pagan metal, “Mor”, one of the album’s longest tracks, leans towards black metal - forming the most epic hymn on the album. Not only articulating through lyrics, Masha also sets the tone with her keyboard solo on the emotional “Razryvaya plot' ot bezyskhodnosti bytiya” (ENG: Tearing the flesh owing to the despair of being). While society digs its own grave through wars, religious beliefs and environmental problems, pensive wind instruments and acoustic guitar interludes transform the aggression of deep low growls and fast-paced guitar shredding.

Closing the album with the world’s absolute apocalypse on “Izrechenie. Iskhod” (ENG: The Speech. The Conclusion), Kob’ is deeply rooted in pagan metal stylings of the old days, but offers a modern spirit via its production and variety alike.

ARKONA state about the upcoming album, Kob’:

“Kob’ is ARKONA's darkest creation to date. Conceptually, the album describes six steps of the descent into the abyss, where each of the songs is the epitome of every step. We invite everyone to recognize the truth of the Primordial Darkness by plunging gradually into the world of the black reality of Suicidal Humanity through its complete annihilation.”

Get Your Copy of Kob' NOW!

Kob' will be available in the following formats:

=> Ltd. Deluxe Wooden Box (incl. Flag, Patch, Pendant, 6 x Collectors Card) - limited to 300 copies, Napalm Records Shop exclusively

=> Ltd. 2LP Gatefold Black/White Marbled (12" Booklet (20p), Slipmat, Record Butler) - limited to 300 copies, Napalm Records Shop exclusively

=> 2LP Gatefold BLACK

=> 1-CD Digisleeve

=> Digital Album

ARKONA are:

Masha "Scream" - Vocals, Keyboards, Percussion

Sergei "Lazar" - Guitars

Ruslan "Kniaz" - Bass

Vladimir "Volk" - Wind Instruments

Alexander Smirnov - Drums

WOLFHEART & THULCANDRA to Support Fleshgod Apocalypse & Obscura on 2023 North American Tour

WOLFHEART & THULCANDRA

to Support Fleshgod Apocalypse & Obscura

on 2023 North American Tour

Tour Begins February 18 in San Francisco, CA

Tickets On Sale Now!

Napalm Records label mates WOLFHEART and THULCANDRA are thrilled to announce their upcoming direct support of co-headliners Fleshgod Apocalypse and Obscura on their impending winter 2023 North American tour!

The tour kicks off on February 18 in San Francisco, CA and will visit a slew of major cities in both the USA and Canada, coming to an end on March 16 in Los Angeles, CA.

Tickets are on sale now - see below for all tour dates and check local venue listings for tickets and more information!

Tuomas Saukkonen of WOLFHEART says:

"We are absolutely thrilled about the fact that WOLFHEART is finally coming back to North America and the company could not be better supporting the mighty Fleshgod Apocalypse and Obscura with our label mates THULCANDRA. Counting the days already to be on the road with this diamond package."

Steffen Kummerer of THULCANDRA, who will be pulling double duty on this tour with Obscura, adds:

"In February and March, we embark on our first North American tour supporting Fleshgod Apocalypse, Obscura and WOLFHEART. This nationwide tour will be the first shows in the United States and Canada for THULCANDRA. Pick up your tickets and don’t miss out on the tour of the year!“

WOLFHEART & THULCANDRA Supporting Fleshgod Apocalypse & Obscura

North American Tour Dates:

2/18: San Francisco, CA @ DNA Lounge

2/19: Portland, OR @ Bossanova Ballroom

2/20: Seattle, WA @ El Corazon

2/21: Boise, ID @ The Shredder

2/22: Grand Junction, CO @ Mesa Theater

2/23: Denver, CO @ Oriental Theater

2/24: Lincoln, NE @ The Royal Grove

2/25: Minneapolis, MN @ The Underground

2/26: Joliet, IL @ The Forge

2/27: Detroit, MI @ Small's

2/28: Toronto, ON @ Axis

3/1: Quebec City, QC @ Imperial Bell

3/2: Montreal, QC @ Studio TD

3/3: Worcester, MA @ The Palladium

3/4: New York, NY @ Gramercy Theater

3/5: Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring

3/6: Richmond, VA @ Canal Club

3/7: Greensboro, NC @ Hangar 1819

3/8: Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum

3/10: Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall

3/11: Dallas, TX @ Amplified Live

3/12: Austin, TX @ Come and Take it Live

3/13: El Paso, TX @ Rockhouse Bar & Grill

3/14: Mesa, AZ @ Nile Theater

3/15: San Diego, CA @ Brick by Brick

3/16: Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent

WOLFHEART

Melodic death metal powerhouse WOLFHEART released their latest full-length studio album, 'King of the North', in September 2022. Each song on 'King of the North' is dedicated to a different story of Finnish mythology – underlined by WOLFHEART’s grand, crushing songwriting and production.

“The King”, for instance, tells the tale of the forest god with horns and pianos accompanying heavy guitar riffs and solos, before raising the energy levels once more on the relentless “Cold Flame” featuring Karl Sanders.

“Ancestor” is the album’s most frostbitten anthem, unleashing WOLFHEART’s acclaimed brand of crushing blast beasts and cutting-edge vocal performances alongside guest Jesse Leach of Killswitch Engage.

'King of the North' is a true masterpiece of melodic death metal, crafted with loads of attention to detail and intricate mythology-driven storytelling – showcasing WOLFHEART at never-before-heard artistic levels!

WOLFHEART are:

Tuomas Saukkonen - guitar, vocals

Joonas Kauppinen - drums

Lauri Silvonen - bass, vocals

Vagelis Karzis - guitar, vocals

THULCANDRA

Death/black metal mainstays THULCANDRA released their latest studio album, 'A Dying Wish', to great acclaim in 2021.

Since originating with Obscura mastermind Steffen Kummerer in 2003, the band has become an indispensable protagonist in the European extreme metal-sphere that reaches way back to the magnificent origins of their genres. 'A Dying Wish' was produced at Unisound Studio by Dan Swanö, keeping the black flame of Jon Nödtveidt alive and worthy.

'A Dying Wish' transports the listener right into an icy soundscape of a never ending, severe winter. With 10 blood-freezing tracks delivering clashing guitar riffs, epic downtempo moments driven by atmospheric acoustic guitars and rapid outbursts of dark and raspy screams, THULCANDRA created another record that continues the great legacy of true death metal.

THULCANDRA on 'A Dying Wish' are:

Steffen Kummerer – guitar, vocals

Mariano Delastik – guitar

Christian Kratzer – bass

Alessandro Delastik – drums

AMBERIAN DAWN Enchant with Third Single “Super Trouper” + Lyric Video

New Covers Album,

'Take A Chance – A Metal Tribute to ABBA',

Out this Friday, December 2 via Napalm Records

Pre-Order Now!

ABBA metal pack AMBERIAN DAWN take their chance and follow their passion into a new era of the symphonic metal genre. Combining nostalgic earworms with their dashing trademark sound, the Finnish quintet enchant fans with their cheerful ABBA classics.

After the band released their latest singles “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)” and “SOS”, the vintage soundscape now reaches a higher level. Taking you straight back to arcades of the past, the third single “Super Trouper” convinces with high energy, skillful drums and deft guitar riffs.

The cover version of the very successful track comes around with an exciting lyric video and is cut from AMBERIAN DAWN’s upcoming covers album, bringing world famous songs by the legendary ABBA to the metal dance floor. The new covers album, 'Take A Chance – A Metal Tribute to ABBA', will drop this Friday, December 2 via Napalm Records.

Follow AMBERIAN DAWN and ABBA’s legacy and dive into the fascinating worlds of two genres combined!

AMBERIAN DAWN on the new single:

“Super Trouper became one of the best-sounding songs on this album. Capri's voice is just perfect for this one. Mikko Karmila created a very powerful sound with his mixing. All the elements like the vocals parts and the instruments are well balanced.”

Watch the Lyric Video for Single “Super Trouper”

Continuing their legacy from the previous album, 'Looking For You' (2020), AMBERIAN DAWN have assembled to introduce ABBA-Metal, proving the band does not shy away from experimenting with genres while still staying true to their metal origins.

Earworms combined with characteristic AMBERIAN DAWN elements truly metallicize the ABBA legacy and transform it into a metal experience like never heard before. With skillfully implemented synthesizers creating vintage sounding keys, guitar riffs and vocalist Capri’s angelic voice, the original lines immerse perfectly with rocking instrumentals.

Dashing drums ensure a high-paced experience that expresses the band’s identity without losing the catchy ABBA-reminiscent keyboards, renowned lyrics and nostalgic feeling of the original. Including evergreens like “Mamma Mia” and “Super Trouper”, AMBERIAN DAWN enchants with a variety of tracks.

Representing a wide array of ABBA songs from high energy to moving metal ballads like “Like An Angel Walking Through My Room”, the band delivers astounding ABBA-Metal to a broad audience. So Take A Chance on AMBERIAN DAWN’s new album and get lost in the glorious new metal world of ABBA.

Tuomas Seppälä on the album:

“This was a ‘must do album’ for me. We had so much fun in 2019 working on our first cover song ever (which was ABBA’s ‘Lay All Your Love On Me’), that it was easy to make a decision to continue with a full ABBA covers album. The songs have been carefully selected, there’s a couple of big hit songs of course, but some of my personal favorites, like ‘The Day Before You Came’, are also included. The recording project was eventually a really big challenge for all of us and needed a lot of work, but we’re all 100% satisfied with the results. This album really sounds like an AMBERIAN DAWN album."

Pre-order your copy NOW!

AMBERIAN DAWN are:

Capri - vocals

Tuomas Seppälä - keyboards

Emil Pohjalainen - guitar

Jukka Hoffren - bass

Joonas Pykäläaho - drums

DELAIN Announce New Album, “Dark Waters” & Unveil Brand New Single “Beneath”

Metal Masters DELAIN

Announce New Album,

'Dark Waters'

Out February 10, 2023 via Napalm Records!

Now Available for Pre-Order HERE!

Official Music Video for

Heavy and Captivating New Single,

“Beneath”, Unveiled

Watch Below

Setting off into a new era, metal greats DELAIN have recently returned with a new line up, impressively proving that they are stronger than any machine with their standalone single “The Quest and The Curse”. Fuelled by massive support and enthusiasm all around the globe, the multi-million streaming leading outfit now finally sets the stage for their eagerly awaited next studio album, entitled Dark Waters, out February 10, 2023 via Napalm Records.

Emerging as a brand new start and safe haven alike, Dark Waters, without any doubt, continues the legacy of the brainchild of keyboardist, founder and main songwriter Martijn Westerholt and contains everything DELAIN is loved for and more: A sonic rollercoaster ride of catchy tunes with explosive elements - ranging from pop to film score-inspired to blistering room shaking metal. 

The tracklist merges perfectly with the fantastic voice of new vocalist Diana Leah, showcasing her incredible talent and musical sophistication, which the brand new single “Beneath” manifests. The vocal department holds new adventures with guest singer Paolo Ribaldini, who also highlights the track as the ultimate hymn. Along with a stunning music video, “Beneath” takes the listener into a sinister underworld of the deep. Modern, synth melodies mixwith catchy classical passages and ominous riffs throughout the song. 

Martijn Westerholt on “Beneath”:

“’Beneath’ is a perfect ambassador of the album and DELAIN as a whole because it encapsulates almost all of the recognizable DELAIN elements you will find on the album.”

Watch the official music video for “Beneath”

Along with Martijn Westerholt, original guitarist Ronald Landa and original drummer Sander Zoer bolster DELAIN’S continuity, while new members - Diana Leah and bassist Ludovico Cioffi - continue to evolve their sound. Songs like the aforementioned standalone single, as well as “The Cold” (the latter featuring a real, epic choir), lure with a bombastic sound that skillfully combines orchestral melodies, epic heavy riffs and marvellous vocal performances. DELAIN magnificently manages to never lose touch with their characteristic sound, making them a constant without ever standing still. Pop-induced opening track “Hideaway Paradise” shows exactly that by inducing a dream-like feeling flirting with melodic metal guitars, while the ballad-like dark track “Mirror of Night”, featuring Within Temptationguitarist Ruud Jolie, entices the listener with unfathomably catchy lines and melodies. “Queen of Shadow” merges the orchestral and synth-focused soundscapes DELAIN is known for as it weaves melodic heavy guitars that intertwine with orchestral lines and vocal melodies. “Tainted Hearts” is centred around Westerholt's keyboard arrangements, which skillfully showcase the creative roots of the mastermind. “Invictus” is nothing less than the Magnum Opus of the album - a rock opera in its own right with heavy riffing, choirs and vocal parts performed by Diana Leah, Paolo Ribaldini and Marko Hietala (ex-Nightwish), ending in a bombastic climax where everything comes together. 

Martijn Westerholt adds:

“This album captures all elements DELAIN is known for – our distinctive heavy guitar riffs, massive orchestral parts, both heavy metal and pop vocals, rock opera vibes along with 80s synth sounds.  In short, this is definitely a recognizable DELAIN album that contains classic ‘DELAIN elements’ while also moving forward with fresh influences.”

Pre-Order your copy of 'Dark Waters' NOW!

DELAIN have been sharing their signature catchy melodic sound worldwide for over two decades now! Enchanting fans with their most famous hits like “We Are the Others” or “April Rain”, the rockers gained millions of Spotify streams and video views.

With six albums already under their belt, DELAIN charted multiple times with well-known records like 'Apocalypse & Chill' and 'Hunter’s Moon'. The band traveled around the globe with acts like Sabaton, Nightwish and Within Temptation, topped by various shows at the biggest European festivals like Wacken, Graspop, Download and many more.

Without any doubt, DELAIN have carved their name in the scene and are ready to start this exciting next voyage.

'Dark Waters' will be available in the following formats:

=> 2-LP Gatefold BLACK

=> 2-CD Digisleeve + Shirt Bundle (Napalm Shop only)

=> 2-LP Gatefold Marbled Blue/Black/White - limited to 300 copies worldwide (Napalm Shop only)

=> Wooden Boxset incl. Digisleeve 2CDs (Regular Album + Instrumental Album), 1-CD Slipcase with Orchestral Album, Coasters (6pcs), Flag, Band Picture Postcard - limited to 500 copies worldwide (Napalm Shop only)

=> Digital Album

DELAIN are:

Martijn Westerholt - keyboards

Diana Leah - vocals

Ronald Landa - guitars and backing vocals

Ludovico Cioffi – bass and backing vocals

Sander Zoer - drums

POWERWOLF to Release Special Album, 'Interludium', on Good Friday, April 7, 2023

POWERWOLF to Release Special Album,

'Interludium',

on Good Friday, April 7, 2023

Get your Copy HERE!

Announce Huge Album Release Show

for April 6 in Cologne

POWERWOLF are undoubtedly one of the most celebrated and successful heavy metal bands of the last decade. Multiple #1 album chart entries, gold and platinum records, huge sold out arena shows, as well as headline slots at the biggest festivals have paved their way. In less than 20 years of band history, POWERWOLF has made it to the very highest league of heavy metal.

Just in time for the highest Christian holiday, Easter 2023, another highlight of the band's discography, 'Interludium', will be released on April 7, 2023. The new release features six new studio tracks, including the single "Sainted By The Storm", which was already celebrated on the band's exhilarating Wolfsnächte 2022 headline tour, as well as one of the most intense tracks in the band's history, "My Will Be Done".

'Interludium' also features gems and rarities from the band's history such as “Midnight Madonna” or “Living On A Nightmare”.

Pre-Order your version of 'Interludium' HERE

'Interludium' comes in several editions, most of them containing another exciting surprise: the bonus album 'Communio Lupatum II', where eleven befriended bands like Eisbrecher, Electric Callboy, Korpiklaani and Rage cover some of the biggest hits of POWERWOLF’s career.

More limited versions also contain the second bonus album 'Interludium Orchestrale', containing eight orchestral versions of the album tracks.

'Interludium' will be available in various formats:

● 3 LP Vinyl Transparent / Black in Cardboard Box (1-LP Gatefold + 2 x Bonus Album in Slipcase) with Slipmat – strictly limited to 300 worldwide (Napalm Records Shop exclusive)

● 3 LP Vinyl Marbled Green / White / Black in Cardboard Box (1-LP Gatefold + 2 x Bonus Album in Slipcase) with Slipmat – strictly limited to 300 worldwide (Powerwolf Shop exclusive)

● 3 LP Vinyl Marbled Black / Red in Cardboard Box (1-LP Gatefold + 2 x Bonus Album in Slipcase) with Slipmat – strictly limited to 400 worldwide (EMP exclusive)

● 3 CD Earbook with 96 pages booklet – strictly limited to 1500 worldwide

● 2 CD Mediabook with 48 pages booklet, incl Communio Lupatum II bundled with ticket for Un Holy Metal Mass in Cologne

● 2 CD Mediabook with 48 pages booklet, incl Communio Lupatum II with Aluminium Chalice (Capacity: 0,6l, Height: 20cm, Weight: 750g) – strictly limited to 500 worldwide (Napalm Records Shop exclusive)

● 2 CD Mediabook with 48 pages booklet, incl Communio Lupatum II

● 1 CD Jewel Case

● 1 LP Gatefold with poster

● 2 Music Cassette – strictly limited to 300 worldwide

● Digital Deluxe Album

● Digital Album

One day before the release of 'Interludium', POWERWOLF will celebrate Easter with their devotees at Palladium in Cologne.

The album release show will be one of the biggest concerts in the history of the band and a once in a lifetime experience for each POWERWOLF fan!

North America Shows 2023:

2/23/23 US – New York, NY / Palladium Times Square – SOLD OUT!

02/24/23 CA – Montreal, QC / M TELUS – SOLD OUT!

02/25/23 US – Worcester, MA / The Palladium

About POWERWOLF:

The story of POWERWOLF, beginning in 2004, reads like a true fairytale, but is the result of the efforts of one of the most hard-working and entertaining live band on the heavy metal planet. 

POWERWOLF have secured a remarkable collection of gold and platinum awards, starting in 2015, when they reached Gold status for the first time in the Czech Republic with their album, 'Blessed & Possessed'. Additionally, both 'Preachers Of The Night' (2013) and the subsequent masterpiece 'The Sacrament Of Sin' (2018), as well as the groundbreaking streaming event 'The Monumental Mass: A Cinematic Metal Event' (2022), entered the German album and DVD charts at #1 (a massive achievement for an audio-visual release).

The thrilling DVD, 'The Metal Mass', (2016) also secured the #1 spot on the German DVD charts. Most recently, the new studio album, 'Call Of The Wild', entered the album charts at #2 (and staying for 16 weeks in the charts) while the hit single "Dancing With The Dead" went gold and platinum. The Best Of album, 'Best Of The Blessed', released in 2020, also successfully entered the German charts at #2. 

POWERWOLF achieved massive success as they headlined large venues with their phenomenal stage performances on the almost completely sold out Wolfsnächte headline tours (2019 & 2022), as well as numerous summer festival shows in which crowds were thrilled and completely captivated by the wolves and their unique, (un)holy metal mass. Beyond many others, they’ve also headlined Wacken, Masters Of Rock, Summer Breeze – all massive live successes.  

Once POWERWOLF performs the new studio album, 'Call of the Wild', for the first time ever, at their long-awaited debut North American shows in 2023, as well as the Easter mass in Cologne – with 'Interludium' the whole world will be completely under the sign of the wolfpack once again!

POWERWOLF are:

Attila Dorn – vocals

Falk Maria Schlegel – organ

Charles Greywolf – guitar

Matthew Greywolf – guitar

Roel van Helden – drums