Melodic Death Metal Ensemble FALSIMONIAN Reveal New Single "Limitless"

Delve into the chaos of the cosmos with "Limitless", the new single release from the US and Mexico based melodic death metal band FALSIMONIAN. The quartet's dynamic heavy sound is influenced by Mexican folk and Latin-American roots music, as well as progressive elements and jazz. FALSIMONIAN's forthcoming EP For Survival is set to arrive independently on November 7, 2026.

Drawing inspiration from concepts such as autotheism, the big bang, and relativity, the band takes a more abstract approach with their lyrics in "Limitless". The track's narrative is positioned from the perspective of a celestial being, leaning into the cosmic horror realm, which is a personified form of the universe.

A chaotic mood emerges from "Limitless" which begins with an onslaught of sharp and aggressive rhythmic stabs. The violent intensity creates a sense of disturbance and discomfort. Stylistically, "Limitless" is rooted in melodic death metal though progressive sections and groove passages are incorporated across the track. This song also features the first guitar solo heard by Cesar Robles on the upcoming EP in a display that is initially melodic before developing into intricate, technical shredding. 

Presented through the lens of a fictional, dystopian world, the EP considers the everyday impact onto individuals who are living under the threat and fear of a world-ending catastrophe. "Limitless" is a key moment for the narrative's protagonist in which, through a moment of introspection, they decide to take action against the imposing darkness. 

For Survival was produced by Jesus Fuentes Valverde, with mixing and mastering by Gil Andrade. Drums engineering was undertaken by Ruben Sanchez at Urvn Studios, with guitars and keyboards recorded by Jesus Fuentes Valverde and vocals recorded by Erick Valverde. Guitar and vocal editing, and bass programming, was by Jesus Fuentes Valverde. Additional guitars on "Limitless", "Judgment" and "For Survival" were recorded and edited by Cesar Robles. 

All artwork photography for the EP and single releases are from X-Rays Erick Valverde has taken over the last 10 years. The artworks utilize original photographs of a colorful sunset as the light source behind the X-Rays. These colors are commonly seen in the desert skies of the US/Mexico border. Ariadne Willis, adjusted the photographs for the layout and design of the EP and single covers. Erick's accidents and health struggles have also indirectly influenced the overall theme of the EP. Additional photography by Rancho Creativo Studios. 

About FALSIMONIAN:

Rooted in melodic death metal, FALSIMONIAN began as the brainchild of Jesus Fuentes and Erick Valverde in 2024, who welcomed Cesar and Mauricio in 2025 completing the band's line-up. Their sound is unique to the members' life experiences as bi-cultural individuals hailing from the harsh desert in the US-Mexico border. 

With members based out of El Paso, Texas, USA; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA; and Leon, Guanajuato, Mexico, FALSIMONIAN incorporate genre influences from Mexican folk and Latin-American roots music, as well as jazz. Musically, the band draw inspiration from metal acts including OPETH, DARK TRANQUILLITY, DREAM THEATER, CHILDREN OF BODOM, and BORN OF OSIRIS. 

FALSIMONIAN take their name from the Latin word "falsimonia", meaning: trick, imposition, deception. Situated in a fictitious dystopian world, the forthcoming EP explores the mundane daily realities of survival in the midst of dark times of war, hate and manipulation. For Survival arrives on November 7, 2026. 


FALSIMONIAN Is:

Erick Valverde - Vocals
Jesus Fuentes Valverde - Guitars, Keyboards
Cesar Robles Sanchez - Lead Guitars 
Mauricio “Moritz” Gonzalez - Drums


Connect With FALSIMONIAN:

Official Website: https://falsimonian.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/falsimonian
Instagram: https://instagram.com/falsimonian
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@falsimonian
Discord: https://discord.gg/aU5TbnPF8M 

Sorry X Set to Release Debut Album ‘EXES’ on July 24th via SBG Records

Alternative heavy artist Sorry X will release her highly anticipated debut album, EXES, on July 24 via SBG Records. The record marks a defining moment in the artist's evolution, capturing both personal transformation and creative discovery.

Written during a period of intense heartbreak and self-reflection, EXESchronicles the emotional aftermath of lost relationships while showcasing the sound that would ultimately define Sorry X's place within the heavy music landscape. Blending raw vulnerability with crushing intensity, the album serves as both a deeply personal statement and a bold artistic arrival.

“This album was critical in helping me find my sound,” says Alexa Graves of Sorry X. “It was written through intense heartbreak and the growth that followed, but it was also the record that helped me find my place within heavy music. It’s a Sorry X origin story.”

In support of the release, Sorry X will join The Art of Love & Power Tourbeginning July 16 in Greensboro, North Carolina at Hangar 1819, alongside Of Virtue and Savage Hands. The tour will introduce audiences across the country to the artist's energetic live performance and emotionally charged songs ahead of the album's release.

Sorry X is an emerging force from Phoenix, Arizona, led by vocalist and songwriter Alexa Graves. In a remarkably short time, the project has amassed more than 18 million independent streams and over 4 million views across TikTok and Instagram, building a rapidly growing audience through authentic storytelling and a fresh perspective on modern rock music.

Already being championed as "the next generation of Active Rock," Sorry Xis bringing a youthful and contemporary edge to the genre. The project is managed by Gary Avila, whose career includes work with bands such as Papa Roach, while the visual identity has been shaped by creative talent Shan Dan, known for work with Volbeat and Greta Van Fleet.

Produced by Billboard-charting producer Hiram Hernandez and Shea Moore, with co-writing from Tobin Esperance (of Papa Roach), "EXES represents the culmination of Alexa's artistic growth and the clearest statement yet of where Sorry X is headed. Throughout the album, themes of loss, resilience, identity, and self-discovery are woven into a powerful collection of songs that balance vulnerability with strength.

With EXES, Sorry X delivers her most authentic and fully realized work to date, a record born from heartbreak but ultimately defined by empowerment, evolution, and finding one's voice.

EXES will be available on all major streaming platforms on July 24 via SBG Records. Please get in touch if you would like to review the record or interview Alexa. 

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GLORYHAMMER Announce New Album!

The enemies of Dundee tremble as exalted power metal heroes GLORYHAMMER announce their long-awaited fifth album, Space 1993: Wrath of Kor-Virliath! Due for release on October 16, via Napalm Records, the album is a direct sequel to 2015's Space 1992: Rise of the Chaos Wizards, continuing the epic saga of the McFife dynasty. Space 1993: Wrath of Kor-Virliath follows Angus McFife V, the Crown Prince of Fife last seen in 2022's single "Fly Away," as he ventures into a perilous journey across spacetime that will lead him to the distant future of 1993, where his destiny lies.

Across 11 tracks, the band of heroes draws upon a more diverse range of influences than ever before, without ever compromising on the hook-driven, memorable songwriting that they are known for. From classic power metal to thrash, high energy synth rock to vast, sweeping orchestral soundscapes and more. Produced by the band themselves and mixed by Jacob Hansen (Volbeat, Amaranthe), this is GLORYHAMMER as you've never heard them before.

GLORYHAMMER about the new album: "Mighty warriors, rejoice! The almighty GLORYHAMMER return triumphantly with a new chapter in the long and tumultuous history of the Intergalactic Empire of Fife. Multidimensional wormholes, abandoned space stations, and EPIC BATTLES await at the final frontier of Space 1993. FOR THE ETERNAL GLORY OF DUNDEE!"

Pre-Order Your Copy of Space 1993: Wrath of Kor-Virliath NOW, available in various limited formats:

GLORYHAMMER LIVE 2026:
FESTIVALS:
07/12 — Mogilovo, BG — Midalidare Rock
08/22— Malung, SE — Brothers Of Metal Open Air

ALBUM RELEASE TOUR:
WITH MAJESTICA + ARION
10/16 — Toulouse, FR — Interference
10/17— Villava, ES — Sala Totem Aretoa
10/18 — Madrid, ES — Sala But
10/20 — Barcelona, ES — Razzmatazz 2
10/21 — Lyon, FR — Rayonne
10/23 — Stuttgart, DE — LKA Longhorn
10/24 — Hamburg, DE — Docks
10/25 — Utrecht, NL — Tivoli Vredenburg
10/26 — Copenhagen, DK — Amager Bio
10/28 — Helsinki, FI — Tavastia
10/30 — Stockholm, SE — Fryshuset
10/31 — Gothenburg, SE — Pustervik
11/01 — Oslo, NO — Rockefeller
11/03 — Berlin, DE — Festsaal Kreuzberg
11/04 — Warsaw, PL — Proxima
11/05 — Ostrava, CZ — Club Garage
11/06 — Hanover, DE — Capitol
11/07 — Oberhausen, DE — Turbinenhalle 2
11/08 — Saarbrücken, DE — Garage
11/10 — Vienna, AT — Arena
11/11 — Nuremberg, DE — Hirsch
11/12 — Frankfurt, DE — Batschkapp
11/13 — Munich, DE — Backstage
11/14 — Leipzig, DE — Hellraiser
11/15 — Pratteln, CH — Z7
11/17 — Paris, FR — Machine du Moulin Rouge
11/18 — Antwerp, BE — Trix
11/20 — London, UK — Islington Assembly Hall
11/21 — Manchester, UK — Academy 2
11/22 — Glasgow, UK — Garage

SEA SLEEPER Unleashes New Single “Lunar Degenerates” from Forthcoming Album Burden of Antlers

Heavy, atmospheric, and built for maximum neck damage, SEA SLEEPER return with their new single, “Lunar Degenerates,” the latest preview of their forthcoming sophomore album, Burden of Antlers, set for release on September 18, 2026.

“Lunar Degenerates” captures the band at their most visceral and dynamic, fusing classic crunchy, bang-your-head riffage with the expansive progressive weight that has become a defining part of SEA SLEEPER’s sound. The track also leans into the band’s long-running Mastodon influence, particularly the Crack the Skye-esque textures that have surfaced across both of their albums.

About SEA SLEEPER:

With a passion for death and post metal, SEA SLEEPER infuse their heavy sound with an array of genre influences to produce something more dynamically extreme. The band formed in 2019 comprised of Jesse Cooley (guitar/lead vocals), Shane Cooley (drums/vocals), and Nick Kessler (bass/vocals), with Tony Spradlin (lead guitar/vocals) subsequently completing the line-up in 2022. 

The debut EP Nihilism was released independently in 2019, followed by their acclaimed debut album Nostophobia. Released in 2021 via Metal Assault Records, Nostophobia garnered notable recognition achieving #10 album of the year for Noob Heavy and #7 spot for album of the year at GBHBL in 2021, as well as seeing the band become a Top Selling Bandcamp artist in the same year.


SEA SLEEPER Is: 

Jesse Cooley (Guitar/Lead Vocals)
Shane Cooley (Drums/Vocals)
Nick Kessler (Bass/Vocals)
Tony Spradlin (Lead Guitar/Vocals)


Connect With SEA SLEEPER:

Official Website: https://seasleeper.bandcamp.com
Bandcamp: https://seasleeper.bandcamp.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seasleeper/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sea_sleeper
Twitter/X: https://x.com/seasleeper
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@seasleeper7557?si=I54GO1VC1ZA5x3Wy
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1MVRa7wGpGY4EqqqEjVpMZ?si=KKq0Xb5_Qf6P_WwMte5EiA
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sea-sleeper/1384085890
Discord: https://discord.com/channels/947585206213296169/947594689123598396/1481135243078406271

The Intemperate Sons Release New Single "Dying on That Hill" + Music Video via FRAME|WORK

Alt-Rockers, The Intemperate Sons, have released their new track, "Dying on That Hill," from their upcoming third studio album, Ephemera, set for release in Fall 2026. This track features a guest guitar solo from Amir Derakh (Julien-K, Dead by Sunrise, Orgy).

"'Dying on That Hill' came from this exhaustion of what we’re seeing around us — people so locked into an ideology that they lost themselves somewhere along the way. And the internet just pours gasoline on all of it. There's a particular kind of cruelty that lives online, where people say things to each other they'd never say face to face, and somehow that becomes acceptable. We wanted to make something loud enough to cut through that noise, but honest enough to make you stop and wonder which hills are actually worth dying on. That question doesn't have an easy answer, and we didn't pretend it does," says the band. 

Stream/Download "Dying on That Hill":

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The Intemperate Sons release all their music through the Frame|Work record label at the direction of Amir Derakh and Ryan Shuck. All Intemperate Sons’ tracks are mixed by Amir Derakh at Synthicidein Long Beach, CA.  

WATCH the Official Music Video for "Dying on That Hill" Below:

In the sweltering Dallas summer of 2019, before the onset of a global pandemic, The Intemperate Sons were born from blood, grit, and a shared obsession with the ghosts of alternative rock’s golden age. The Watson family—Keith on drums, Jake on guitars, and Max on vocals, guitars, and keys—joined forces with longtime friend and bassist Mark Marks to create a sound that’s equal parts searing riffs, haunting harmonies, and unapologetic soul. Think Alice in Chains’ brooding intensity, Stone Temple Pilots’ swagger, and R.E.M.’s poetic undercurrent, all filtered through a ‘70s rock haze that refuses to play it safe.

This isn’t just a band; it’s a family affair, where the unspoken bond between father and sons fuels every chord and lyric. Keith, a Dallas stage veteran, pens lyrics that cut deep—tales of regret, resilience, and the chaos of the human condition. Jake’s guitar lines, sharp yet soulful, weave narratives of their own, while Max’s voice carries the weight of a 25-year-old who’s lived a lifetime in his head. Mark, the groove-obsessed bassist, ties it all together.

The Intemperate Sons hit the ground running, catching the ear of rock heavyweights Ryan Shuck and Amir Derakh (Orgy, Dead By Sunrise, Julien-K), who signed them to their Frame|Work label in 2021. Even a global pandemic couldn’t derail their momentum—holed up in The Kitchen Recording Studios, they crafted their debut album, The Color Within (2022), with tracks like “Dust to Dust” and “Running Man”that pulse with raw emotion and retro grit. Collaborations with legends like Tony Franklin (Whitesnake, The Firm) on singles like “Running Man” and “Dust to Dust” and Derakh’s production on singles like “Game of Keep Away” and “Dark Day’s Night” featured on their second and highly successful album, Dark Day’s Night (2024) pushed their sound further, blending post-grunge edge with folk and hard rock undercurrents.

For fans of alternative rock, this band is a throwback and a revelation—a reminder of why you fell in love with the genre’s raw honesty and a promise that its spirit still burns. The Intemperate Sons aren’t chasing trends; they’re carving their own path, one riff, one lyric, one night at a time.performing tracks that scratch deep into the backbone of the human experience. There is no shortage of darkness in their writing style which has a retro vibe with many guitar driven tracks stacked on top of a groovy rhythm section. The heavier style fits perfectly with the two and three-part vocal harmonies that are a huge part of their overall sound. It has been said that musicians that are related form unique sounds and communicate on a frequency only they can understand. This frequency has become engrained in their songwriting, arrangements, guitar melodies and vocal harmonies. The band has been compared to Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots, and even R.E.M.

The Intemperate Sons are:

Max Watson (vocals, backing vocals, guitars, keys, bass)

Jake Watson (guitars, bass and backing vocals)

Keith Watson (drums, backing vocals)

Mark Marks (bass)

The Intemperate Sons Show Dates:

Saturday, August 29th @ Trees in Dallas, Texas

Saturday, September 12th @ Craft and Growler in Dallas, Texas

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BraveWords Records Announces the Signing of STORM FORCE and their New Album Truth

BraveWords Records is pleased to announce the signing of Storm Force for the upcoming release of their new album, Truth, later in 2026.

Greg Fraser lead guitarist and founding member: “Storm Force is thrilled to join the BraveWords Records family for the release of our new album, Truth. We’re excited to work with a team that has been such a strong voice in the hard rock and metal community, and we look forward to sharing this next chapter with fans around the world.”

BraveWords Records founder “Metal” Tim Henderson: “The storm keeps building and BraveWords Records is where STORM FORCE has landed for their anxiously awaited second album! Canuck hard rock legend Greg Fraser passionately continues on his melodic heavy rock journey that started with the much-praised BRIGHTON ROCK, by uniting with the powerful forces of singer Patrick Gagliardi, drummer Roger Banks and bassist Mike Berardelli. Together, Storm Force bring years of experience to the mix, while still retaining that voracious hunger of their youth. A new storm is brewing... are you ready to run for cover?”

Storm Force delivers powerful melodic hard rock fueled by soaring vocals, massive hooks, and the timeless energy of classic arena rock. Founded by guitarist and songwriter Greg Fraser, best known for his work with Canadian hard rock veterans Brighton Rock, the band blends classic influences with a modern edge, creating a sound that feels both familiar and refreshingly current.

The band first made its mark with the release of its debut album, Age Of Fear, in 2020 through Escape Music. The album earned praise from melodic rock fans and media alike, showcasing a powerful mix of driving guitars, memorable choruses, and emotionally charged songwriting.

Now Storm Force returns with its highly anticipated sophomore release, Truth, a ten-song collection that raises the bar in every direction.

Drawing inspiration from Whitesnake, Dokken, Scorpions, and Bon Jovi, Storm Force delivers music built for loud speakers, live stages, and fans who still believe in authentic, guitar-driven rock!

Fans will also be excited to hear that the back catalog of Fraze Gang and Storm Force will be available soon on the BraveWords Records Bandcamp at bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com

Links:

https://stormforce.ca/

https://www.facebook.com/officialstormforce

https://x.com/stormforceband

https://youtube.com/@stormforce6368

https://www.instagram.com/stormforceband

Fallweather Announce 'Because You Were There' Album Set For August 19 Release via Papercut Recordings & Drop "Mourn" Track and Official Video

Melbourne, Australia post-hardcore quartet Fallweather have announced their debut album 'Because You Were There', out Wednesday, August 19 via their new label home, Papercut Recordings. The band has also dropped their new single "Mourn" and the official music video. When asked about the inspiration behind the track, vocalist Cullen Forbes shared:

“After the last few years of chronic illnesses and health struggles, "Mourn" is about how I've forgotten how I used to feel before, and I’m tired of feeling like I’m falling apart.”

Fallweather will also soon be hitting the road across Australia with Hail The Sun and Reliqa, starting Thursday, June 25, in Brisbaneand ending on Tuesday, June 30, in Perth. Pre-order 'Because You Were There' at the link here, stream "Mourn" here and watch the official music video below.

Upcoming Tour Dates with Hail The Sun & Reliqa:

Thu June 25 - Brisbane @ Crowbar

Fri June 26 - Sydney @ Crowbar

Sat June 27 - Melbourne @ Howler

Sun June 28 - Adelaide @ Lion Arts Factory

Tue June 30 - Perth @ Rosemount Hotel

unpeople Announce Debut Album "we are unpeople" Set For 10/9 + New Single "friends" Out Now!

Today, rapidly ascending four-piece unpeople announce their unifying, genre-spanning debut album we are unpeople  out October 9 on SharpTone Records, which takes the philosophy behind the band's name and turns it into a powerful, uncompromising statement of intent.

The announcement is accompanied by brand new single "friends" — listen below.

"'friends' is essentially a love song from the perspective of someone who is wholly skeptical about the very concept of love and what it's come to mean in a modern context," explains vocalist Jake Crawford. "I am essentially saying I am going to kill the very concept of love before it's even had a chance to get a hold of me - I am that afraid of being that vulnerable. I'd rather not bother than risk saying something I don’t mean, and then pay for it emotionally down the line. I'm fully aware that this is not necessarily healthy, but the mind takes you to some strange places when strong feelings are involved."

A seamless ability to connect across boundaries and conjure communal spirit, sits at the very heart of this debut album. Built upon massive choruses, four-part vocal harmonies, and unabated heaviness, we are unpeople captures a band whose ambition is matched by their belief in the power of music to unite people.

With stadium-busting choruses,to '00s Reuben-esque mega riffs, and the stunningly unpredictable eccentricity of System Of A Down, the album is colorful and joyous, yet aggressive and intense, having already spawned infectious tasters that include "clouds," "the garden," and "waste."

Comprised of Jake Crawford, Luke Caley, Em Lodge, and Richard Rayner,unpeople have quickly established themselves as one of the UK's most exciting new alternative bands, earning themselves a reputation for creating music that feels equally at home on the biggest rock stages and the heaviest festival bills — having fittingly been described as the lightest band at Bloodstock, and the heaviest band at Kendal Calling — finding themselves equally at home in both settings.

Originally used to describe those considered politically unimportant or without value, the term "unpeople" has since become another way to dismiss those whose views differ from our own. The band have reclaimed the phrase entirely, transforming it into a celebration of shared humanity, individuality, and belonging.

Since forming in 2023, that approach has seen unpeople rise at remarkable speed, with Kerrang! hailing them as "one of alternative music's best new bands." Live, they've opened for Metallica in Vienna, shared bills with Smashing Pumpkins andCoheed & Cambria, drawn huge crowds at 2000trees, and will a perform a landmark Main Stage-opening set at Download Festival this weekend — as well as appearances at Reading & Leeds Festival, Copenhell, Hurricane, Southside & many more this summer.

The rest of 2026 and beyond is there for the taking for a band rapidly on the ascension. "'we are unpeople is released into the world on October 9 and we couldn’t be more proud of it," says the band. "We collectively put our absolute everything into it and we can’t wait to share it with you all!

we are unpeople.
you are unpeople.
we are all unpeople."

UNPEOPLE LIVE:

6/10–6/14 — Hradec Králové, CZ — Rock For People
6/11–6/13 — Interlaken, CH — Greenfield Festival
6/14 — Donington, UK — Download Festival
6/19–6/21 — Scheeßel, DE — Hurricane Festival
6/19–6/21 — Neuhausen ob Eck, DE — Southside Festival
6/25–6/27 — Ysselsteyn, NL — Jera On Air
6/27 — Copenhagen, DK — Copenhell
7/17–7/18 — Joensuu, FI — Ilosaarirock
7/31–8/2 — Manchester, UK — Radar Festival
8/27–8/30 — Reading & Leeds Festival — UK
9/3 — Torquay, UK — The Foundry

UNPEOPLE ARE:
Jake Crawford — Guitar, Lead Vocals
Luke Caley — Guitar, Vocals
Meg Mash — Bass, Vocals
Richard Rayner — Drums, Vocals

Twist Lock "Surplus Citizen" out on 12th June

Vexed with our unjust world, TWIST LOCK channel their frustrations into brutal hardcore in the forthcoming debut EP, Surplus Citizen. The hard-hitting release is scheduled to arrive independently on June 12, 2026. 

"Your Mistake" throws down the gauntlet and establishes to the tone for Surplus Citizen. The track wastes no time in erupting into a thunderously heavy onslaught. Lyrically, "Your Mistake" calls out the misleading and false words of politicians and celebrities that are heavily consumed by the masses. It addresses manipulation and fake personalities, making it clear that these facades are not impenetrable. 

Slow and foreboding, "Get Bent" gradually builds into an intense groove-driven attack. "Get Bent" unveils the anger of fake promises and the loss of future possibilities. The dreams of childhood now thoroughly dissipated with the realization that the world is subject to the whims of billionaires and global corporations. 

The explosive "Cunstituents" tackles head on feelings of exhaustion at the cyclical nature of corruption in politics and disingenuous concern from individual politicians. Pounding percussion, heavy riffs and fierce harsh vocals leave devastation in their wake. 

Surplus Citizen meets its end with a reflection on modern society. The obsessive engagement with social media, ultra-high speed trends and continuous spending that are seeing individuality diminish contribute to the unyielding exasperation behind "Imbecile". Enveloped in a fury of rage, "Imbecile" is a vent for pent up negative energy. 

Surplus Citizen was produced by TWIST LOCK. Recorded at Filthy Swine Productions with engineers Wade Taylor and Cameron Broomfield, the EP was mixed and mastered by Wade Taylor. The cover artwork for Surplus Citizen was created by Wade Taylor. 

About TWIST LOCK:

Based out of Las Vegas, Nevada and Phoenix, Arizona, as well as Mobile, Alabama, hardcore trio TWIST LOCK emerged in 2024 comprised of Wade Taylor (vocals/FX), Cameron Broomfield (guitar/bass/vocals), and Dekota Martin (drums). Fueled with aggression, TWIST LOCK draw inspiration from the likes of KNOCKED LOOSE, KORN, ACACIA STRAIN and SUNAMI. 

Embedded in their core identity is frustration at wider society's power dynamics. Driven by corporate greed and maintained by systems that enable the power-hungry, the willful suffering and harm in exchange for profit is a central theme of TWIST LOCK's dynamic and cathartic offerings.  

Unleashing a ferocious debut, the trio's first EP, Surplus Citizen, is set to land on June 12, 2026.  


TWIST LOCK Is:

Wade Taylor(Vocals/FX)
Cameron Broomfield (Guitar/Bass/Vocals)
Dekota Martin (Drums)

DEAD BY WEDNESDAY Drops Devastating New Single + Video “Flesh,” via Combat Records

Veteran New Haven, Connecticut metal band Dead By Wednesday, featuring current and former members of Ellefson, Cro-Mags, and Tantric has officially signed with the newly revived iconic heavy metal label Combat Records and is set to unleash their devastating new single “Flesh" worldwide on all major streaming and digital platforms on Friday, June 5, 2026.

Today, the band has unveiled the music video for the single (see below). 

After building major momentum during recent live performances, “Flesh” quickly became a fan favorite leading the band to prioritize the song as the first release from their upcoming new EP, due out in early 2027 via Combat Records / Mindsnap Music. The single will also appear on the official Milwaukee Metal Fest promotional compilation album.

In addition to the release, Dead By Wednesday has been announced as part of Milwaukee Metal Fest 2026, curated by Jamey Jasta of Hatebreed. The band will perform Sunday, June 7 at 4:45 PM on the BLK II BLK / Copycats Media Stage at The Rave Bar alongside an explosive lineup of heavy acts.

Guitarist Dave Sharpe shares, “This is probably one of our toughest songs to date but still captures the true essence of the old school DBW sound & heavy grooves that are known to be the foundation of the band.” 

Robert Dujmusic (CEO Combat Records) adds, “Known for their relentless energy, crushing sound, and dedication to the Metal Scene, DEAD BY WEDNESDAY has built a powerful reputation worldwide trough YEARS of touring and amazing releases. We at Combat Records are totally excited to begin this new partnership and help bring the bands next chapter to an even bigger audience.”

“Flesh” was engineered and recorded by Jeff Weed, then mixed and mastered in Los Angeles by Ricky Bonazza bassist of Fear Factory and Butcher Babies.

“Huge love to my brothers in Dead By Wednesday — one of the hardest working bands out there, always grinding, always pushing, and doing it for the right reasons. It was an absolute pleasure mixing this new release, and I’ve got nothing but respect for these guys. A band I’ll always hold close to my heart, and I’m beyond stoked for everyone to finally hear this one," says Ricky Bonazza.

The accompanying music video was filmed in New York City and directed by Grammy-nominated filmmaker Tom Flynn, known for his work with numerous legendary metal artists.

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GRAVEYARD - Announce Brand New Album "Fever" To Be Released On October 9th

One of the most distinctive and revered forces in rock music, Sweden’s GRAVEYARD have announced October 9th, 2026 as the release date for their highly anticipated seventh studio album, Fever. Three years after the dreamlike haze of much-lauded previous record Six, the band return with a heavier, more direct sound — while still carrying the blues-soaked soul that defined their breakthrough album Hisingen Blues.

GRAVEYARD commented:
“Alright folks. Here it is — album number 7.
Fever. Haven’t we always had it?
The itch, the burn and the restlessness.
The urge to push forward into the fog. Even with the teeth of hopelessness snapping at our asses and all the smoke and mirrors of our time telling us we got no future.
Come what may. Let’s go!

This time around, we decided to waste no time. No outside producer. No detours.
Just GRAVEYARD, straight to the point, doing what we do best.
This just might be our greatest album so far!
Hope you like it, too.”

The striking artwork for Fever was created by acclaimed Dutch artist Maarten Donders, whose powerful and expressive visual style has been showcased at the renowned cult festival Roadburn. Over the years, Donders has created artwork for more than 50 artists, ranging from Acid King to Frank Zappa.

Handling mixing duties is Pelle Gunnerfeldt, celebrated for capturing the raw intensity of bands such as The Hives and Refused, while more recently working with Viagra Boys.

Furthermore,GRAVEYARD have confirmed the first leg of their 2026 / 2027 tour with BLUES PILLS. Scroll down for all confirmed shows. Stay tuned for more European dates to be announced!

More exciting news regarding Fever and additional GRAVEYARD live dates will be revealed soon!

GRAVEYARD LIVE:

w/ BLUES PILLS & SKRAECKÖDLAN

31.10. SE  Eskilstuna, Lokomotivet *

06.11. SE  Mejeriet, Lund *

07.11. DK  Århus, Voxhall *

13.11. SE  Örebro, Club 700 *

14.11. SE  Karlstad, Nöjesfabriken *

20.11. SE  Falun, Magasinet *

21.11. SE  Norrköping Arbis *

27.11. SE  Göteborg, Gothenburg Film Studios **

28.11. SE  Stockholm, Fållan **

*  with Skraecködlan
** with Blues Pills

GRAVEYARD ONLINE:
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http://www.youtube.com/@graveyard

CRIMSON STEEL Release Lyric Video For "No Absolution", Announce New Album Show No Fear

An explosive offering awaits from the Raleigh, NC, based ensemble CRIMSON STEEL. As the band gear up to unveil their forthcoming full length album, Show No Fear, CRIMSON STEEL present their first single release in "No Absolution". Show No Fear is set to arrive on October 2, 2026, via Heaven and Hell Records. 

"No Absolution" showcases the dynamic characteristics of CRIMSON STEEL's sound. While inspired by traditional styles, progressive metal and power metal, the single delivers a modern feel. "No Absolution" provides haunting melodic moments alongside ferocious rhythms. Throughout the track, emotional vulnerability is entwined with heavy power. 

Lyrically, CRIMSON STEEL delve into themes surrounding guilt, condemnation, and spiritual isolation. The imagery evokes a sense of a being who is trapped with their own internal suffering, unable to atone or make amends for past actions. "No Absolution" explores an inability to escape from the torment that exists within oneself. 

CRIMSON STEEL focus on storytelling through their music. Each track across the album contributes to the larger emotional narrative experience. At its core, Show No Fear explores the human experience often drawing on fantasy and mythical imagery to convey the central themes of fear, transformation, power, and perseverance.

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

Guest vocals on “Bleed into One” were provided by James Rivera, recorded at Hombre Malo Studio and engineered by Larry Barragán. 

About CRIMSON STEEL:

With a style rooted firmly in classic metal, Raleigh, NC based CRIMSON STEEL combine elements from traditional metal and power metal to produce a high octane sound with a modern feel. Initially formed in 2022 by bassist Joel McGee, the quartet draws influence primarily from the likes of JUDAS PRIEST, BLACK SABBATH, IRON MAIDEN, SAVATAGE, CRIMSON GLORY, and QUEENSRŸCHE. 

Alongside McGee is vocalist Tina Langevin, both of whom performed together as teenagers before unexpectedly reconnecting in this new musical endeavor. The line-up is completed with David Ryan on guitars and backing vocals, along with Will Adkins delivering percussion in addition to backing vocal duties. 

Entwining story-driven songwriting with the intense energy of crowd-participation and the live stage, CRIMSON STEEL is preparing to unveil their debut album Show No Fear on October 2, 2026, via Heaven and Hell Records. 


CRIMSON STEEL is: 

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


Connect With CRIMSON STEEL

Official Website: https://thecrimsonsteel.com/
Bandcamp: https://crimsonsteel.bandcamp.com/album/show-no-fear
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrimsonSteelband/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crimsonsteelband/
Twitter/X: https://x.com/CrimsonSteelNC
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crimsonsteelband
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecrimsonsteelband
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2gHclPS8FUD52MeTo5ryX7?si=EiKPhLYVT2GSEPI4FNC1_Q

SEA SLEEPER Release New Track “Manifestor” From Upcoming Album Burden of Antlers

SEA SLEEPER has return with “Manifestor,” an ambitious, eight-minute journey that marks the band’s most expansive and progressive work to date. The track is the latest preview of their forthcoming sophomore album, Burden of Antlers, set for release on September 18, 2026.

Clocking in as the longest song the band has ever written, “Manifestor” captures Sea Sleeper at their most dynamic, shifting through a wide spectrum of moods while maintaining a striking sense of cohesion. Themes and motifs introduced in the opening minutes resurface and evolve throughout the track, creating a circular, immersive listening experience.

“Manifestor” offers a powerful glimpse into Burden of Antlers, Sea Sleeper’s second full-length release. Building on the foundation of their debut Nostophobia, the new album represents a more deliberate and cohesive creative vision. Rather than chasing constant change, the band leans into revisiting and expanding musical passages, exploring ideas in full and allowing them to evolve organically.

Formed by three longtime collaborators who have spent nearly 15 years crafting their take on heavy, unconventional metal, Sea Sleeper recently expanded their lineup with the addition of Tony Spradlin. The result is a tighter, more focused unit pushing deeper into the strange and weighty sound they’ve always aimed to create.

Burden of Antlers arrives September 18, 2026.

About SEA SLEEPER:

With a passion for death and post metal, SEA SLEEPER infuse their heavy sound with an array of genre influences to produce something more dynamically extreme. The band formed in 2019 comprised of Jesse Cooley (guitar/lead vocals), Shane Cooley (drums/vocals), and Nick Kessler (bass/vocals), with Tony Spradlin (lead guitar/vocals) subsequently completing the line-up in 2022. 

The debut EP Nihilism was released independently in 2019, followed by their acclaimed debut album Nostophobia. Released in 2021 via Metal Assault Records, Nostophobia garnered notable recognition achieving #10 album of the year for Noob Heavy and #7 spot for album of the year at GBHBL in 2021, as well as seeing the band become a Top Selling Bandcamp artist in the same year.


SEA SLEEPER Is: 

Jesse Cooley (Guitar/Lead Vocals)
Shane Cooley (Drums/Vocals)
Nick Kessler (Bass/Vocals)
Tony Spradlin (Lead Guitar/Vocals)


Connect With SEA SLEEPER:

Official Website: https://seasleeper.bandcamp.com
Bandcamp: https://seasleeper.bandcamp.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seasleeper/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sea_sleeper
Twitter/X: https://x.com/seasleeper
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@seasleeper7557?si=I54GO1VC1ZA5x3Wy
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1MVRa7wGpGY4EqqqEjVpMZ?si=KKq0Xb5_Qf6P_WwMte5EiA
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sea-sleeper/1384085890
Discord: https://discord.com/channels/947585206213296169/947594689123598396/1481135243078406271

MODERN METAL PIONEERS DARKEST HOUR TO FORGE 11TH STUDIO ALBUM WITH PRODUCER MARK LEWIS

D.C. metal icons Darkest Hour have officially announced they will enter the studio this May to begin tracking their 11th full-length album. In a move that signals a massive sonic statement, the quintet has tapped legendary producer Mark Lewis (Whitechapel, Trivium, The Black Dahlia Murder, Cannibal Corpse) to helm the sessions at his Nashville, TN studio.

Guitarist Mike Schleibaum says, "The idea of working with Mark is extremely exciting. He’s been a part of many very successful and legendary metal records, and having his input and vision on all this is going to be important to making this very special album, unique, classic, and perfect!”

Lewis adds, "I’m extremely stoked to finally get in the studio with my old friends in Darkest Hour. Something that has been talked about for ages is happening at the right time. This album will crush!” 

Schleibaum continues,  "I’m in love with how this record is so thrashy and aggressive, while still maintaining that core melody we are so known for. It’s like the best combination of all the Darkest Hour albums into one, and it’s such a joy to watch all of it come together. The chemistry of the band is on fire right now, with everyone bringing something unique and special to the table. The guitar solos are next level; the band's drumming & rhythm section is just locked in insanely tight,  and I’m really excited about where John took everything lyrically this time. Truly something special and magic in these songs.” 

Photo credit: Chris Condayan

Vocalist John Henry adds, “It may seem that after 30+ years and 10 albums, it could be hard to find the inspiration to create something fresh and new feeling, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth with this album. In an era where art feels threatened by technology, the answer for us was to keep it as organic as possible, and you can hear it. This is the sound of five friends getting together and collaboratively creating, and maybe most importantly, having fun while we do it. Putting these songs together made me feel like I’m 15 again. For me, it’s the perfect balance of new and classic DH, and having Mark Lewis, who produces some of our favorite modern metal music, on board is exciting beyond words. Really can’t wait for the world to hear this!”

Coinciding with this announcement, the band has confirmed they have re-upped their global partnership with MNRK Heavy, the label home of their critically acclaimed 2024 release Perpetual | Terminal.

Scott Givens, MNRK’s SVP of Rock & Metal, says, “We are excited to once again partner with Darkest Hour as they begin crafting their new album.” MNRK's Director of A&R Kyle Frey adds, “We are ecstatic to deepen our relationship with Darkest Hour and continue representing such an influential band on the MNRK roster. Their legacy is built on boundary-pushing consistency and resilience, and after 30 years together, they continue to fan the flames of inspiration in this new era, poised to deliver a landmark career highlight album.”

Following three decades of defining the intersection of melodic death metal and hardcore, Darkest Hour continues to deliver music that is as vital as it is visceral.  Darkest Hour clawed their way out of the DMV area in 1995. Throughout the ensuing years, they tallied tens of millions of streams and quietly built a diehard fan base. Circling the globe, they packed hundreds of shows and touched down on every continent, save Antarctica. Along the way, they notably notched five Top 3 debuts on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums Chart. 2017’sGodless Prophets & the Migrant Floramarked the group’s third #1 bow on the latter in addition to crashing the Top 10 of the Top Vinyl Albums Chart.

Check out the band’s current MNRK store here: https://mnrkheavy.com/collections/darkest-hour

For more in-depth behind-the-scenes action, follow along via the band's official Patreon:https://www.nightshiftmerch.com/collections/darkest-hour

BLOOD OF ANGELS Confront Mortality In The New Single "Nevermore"

"Nevermore" is the introspective new offering from BLOOD OF ANGELS. Confronting mortality, the unknown end that awaits all creatures, the band delve into the foreboding darkness. Accompanied by a lyric video, "Nevermore" arrives ahead of the forthcoming full-length album Les Agnst ov Thanatou, due to be released on June 21, 2026.

Les Agnst ov Thanatou is a concept album centered around mortality, grief, ritual, and the psychological weight of loss. "Where earlier tracks wrestle with death, guilt, and the chaos of mortality", the band explain, "this song embodies the point of no return: the moment when hope, time, and possibility are stripped away, leaving only emptiness and remembrance." The new single is not entirely without hope which is revealed in "Nevermore" in the final lyric: “Then I rise, break free from my demise.”For after death, one's life is preserved in the memories of their loved ones. 

Musically, the arrangement of "Nevermore" grew from a riff devised by BLOOD OF ANGELS' bassist The Maggot. The song leans further into the band's alternative influences, while remaining firmly situated in plains of heavy distortion. A haunting bridge comprised of a spoken word section against low orchestral strings reiterates the album's conceptual theme. Returning to thunderous realms, the track reaches its height by building into a classic doom metal sound.

Les Agnst ov Thanatou represents a significant evolution for BLOOD OF ANGELS. Written during a period marked by widespread uncertainty and personal loss, the album presents a unified narrative that traces humanity’s response to death through resistance, ritual, memory, and acceptance. Recorded at Underground Studios in Tampa, Florida, the album was produced by Bob Noxious, Preston DiCarlo, and BLOOD OF ANGELS, with mixing by Preston DiCarlo and mastering at Soundlab in New York City.

Since forming in 2017, BLOOD OF ANGELS have earned international recognition for their songwriting, musicianship, and uncompromising vision. Their accolades include the 2023 Hollywood Independent Music Award for “Best Rock/Metal Song” and multiple Akademia Music Awards. In 2025, the band completed a sold-out headlining European tour, further establishing their presence on the global metal stage.

"Nevermore" explores the darkest corners of Les Agnst ov Thanatou. BLOOD OF ANGELS encourage listeners to sit with the unknown, to face the fear and uncertainty, through the medium of sound, story, and emotion.

BLOOD OF ANGELS is: 

Randy Reyes – Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Aaron Robinson – Guitar
Jonathan Rushford – Drums, Keyboards
The Maggot – Bass, Background Vocals

Connect with BLOOD OF ANGELS:

Official Website: http://www.bloodofangels.net
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0kq6q6hYYdNgk0ZSvgQPzF
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bloodofangels1
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/bloodofangels
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/bloodofangels
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Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/blood-of-angels/1195719891

DEAD REGISTER Share “Grave,” New Single from Fiber (10th Anniversary Deluxe Remaster)

DEAD REGISTER unveil “Grave,” a new single from Fiber (10th Anniversary Deluxe Remaster), arriving May 22, 2026 via AVR. The track expands into a long-form, post-rock leaning piece built on sustained tension, weight, and atmosphere. It hits with the force of the band’s live presence, stretching time and density into something immersive and physical.

“Grave” centers on the pressure to achieve and the quiet collapse of that idea in the face of death. The lyrics move through questions of purpose, memory, and disappearance. Walk through an old graveyard and the scale becomes clear. Rows of names, lives once held close, now distant. The track sits with that reality and lets it speak for itself.

Marking ten years since the band’s first full-length reshaped their trajectory, Fiber (10th Anniversary Deluxe Remaster) restores the original recordings with renewed depth and clarity while preserving the immediacy and emotional weight that carried the album far beyond its initial release.

Engineer and mastering specialist Dan Dixon revisited the material to bring forward new dimensionality within the performances. The remaster enhances sonic density and detail, allowing the interaction between rhythm, atmosphere, and voice to land with greater physical impact.

Fiber documents a band discovering its voice in real time. Sequenced as a continuous emotional arc, the album moves through isolation, intimacy, existential reflection, and controlled destruction before circling back to its origin point. The anniversary edition completes that arc with “Reverse (Live Bonus Track),” captured during the band’s original 2016 album release performance.

Since its release, DEAD REGISTER have continued to evolve through relentless touring and critically recognized work, yet Fiber remains central to the band’s identity. The anniversary edition presents the record with clarity and force for longtime listeners and new audiences alike.

DEAD REGISTER operates as an ongoing exploration of connection, collapse, desire, and survival. The band continues to refine its approach through relentless live performance, collaborative visual art, and a dedication to creating music that resonates as both personal confrontation and shared catharsis.

DEAD REGISTER is:
 

• M. Chvasta – Vocals, Bass VI, Bass IV

• Avril Che – Bass Synth, 88 Keys, Vocals, Visual Media

• Greg Meisenberg – Drums (Current)

• Chad Williams - Drums on Fiber

Connect with DEAD REGISTER:
 

• Official Website: https://www.deadregister.com

• Bandcamp: https://deadregister.bandcamp.com/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deadregister/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dead_register

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/deadregister

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/625jBri8HVcoflm0i4DOUZ

• Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dead-register/1105972431

• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@deadregister

STATE OF ILLUSION Confronts The Fear of Failure In Their New Video "Death Is Not The End"

In "Death Is Not The End", STATE OF ILLUSION consider a number of poignant themes including a literal meaning through a belief in an afterlife, that creativity prevails and the end of one chapter does not equate to the absence of meaning in ones life, and that the impact of art lives on. "Death Is Not The End" is an intense and intricate progressive metal offering, taken from the upcoming re-release of Pluto’s Ghost, arriving April 17.

On "Death Is Not The End", founder and songwriter Jacob Porter reveals the personal meaning of the track, and Pluto's Ghost: "For me, I felt almost totally alone while writing Pluto’s Ghost. I had a terrible case of writer’s block and felt abandoned by something I’d previously felt was a gift in my ability to write songs. It felt like I would never play live shows again as State of Illusion because for two years, I couldn’t find band members and I couldn’t continue State of Illusion as a studio project because I’d lost the ability to write songs."

"Death Is Not The End" concludes Pluto's Ghost, and draws together thematic and musical threads that have been carefully woven throughout the track list leading to this point. The emotional effect is heightened through ethereal moments, and greater extremes of contrast between the fierce heaviness and quieter sections. 

The accompanying music video to "Death Is Not The End" portrays a juxtaposition of reciprocal love and happiness found in everyday, often mundane moments, and an underlying darkness as shown through medication and glimpses of suffering in solitude. The narrative of video sees a couple celebrate the happy news of pregnancy while the father's health deteriorates leading to his passing. The song explores multiple interpretations through its lyrics and the video, allowing audiences to relate through their own lived experiences. 

STATE OF ILLUSION continues to evolve as a collaborative band, driven by the belief that heavy music can be emotional, introspective, and expansive without losing its intensity.

STATE OF ILLUSION is:

Jacob Porter – vocals
Shandon Fair – guitar
Cody Dabbs – guitar
Gunnar VanWingerden – bass
Bryce Chism – drums

Connect With STATE OF ILLUSION:

Official Website: www.stateofillusionmusic.com
Bandcamp: https://stateofillusion.bandcamp.com/
E-Shop: https://stateofillusionmusic.storenvy.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StateofIllusion
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stateofillusionmusic/
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/stateofIllusio1
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/stateofillusion
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ItB6evAEFio44kFAbxYDT?si=d66224a4c2514179
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/state-of-illusion/284774718
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stateofillusionmusic

New Eternal Evil Single - "Eyes of Wrath" -

This March, Swedish metal ragers ETERNAL EVIL return with their third album 'Forever Feared.' You can check out the album's first single, "Eyes of Wrath," Below

Following the release of the furious 'The Gates Beyond Mortality,' ETERNAL EVIL wasted no time, immediately embarking on their quest for world domination. Carving their path through Sweden’s vast music landscape, the band quickly claimed their spotlight—opening for In Flames at the legendary Dalhalla, sharing the stage with the mighty Cavalera Brothers two nights in a row, and delivering a full-throttle set at Sweden’s largest rock gathering, the Sweden Rock Festival.

With the name ETERNAL EVIL firmly etched into the minds of Scandinavian metalheads, the band has poured their entire soul and relentless dedication into their new album, 'Forever Feared.' Strengthening their ranks with two of Sweden’s finest musicians—drummer Felix Wahlund and bassist Adam Sjö—the band elevates their sound to new extremes.

Drawing from their roots in thrash and black metal, ETERNAL EVIL have fused every influence they’ve ever embraced and pushed the boundaries of their genre further than any band in their league. 

The album’s artwork reflects a deeply personal struggle: serpents symbolize the hardship and betrayal that have surrounded the band, while the hand that strangles the snake stands as a powerful statement—no matter the challenge, ETERNAL EVIL will always rise above, prevail, and conquer, no matter the cost.

ETERNAL EVIL 'Forever Feared' Preorder coming soon!

Listen to "Eyes of Wrath" Below

Artwork: @spectralvisionsart

Jah Wobble & Jon Klein present scathing single 'Who Wins?' ahead of ‘Automated Paradise' LP

Previewing their new 'Automated Paradise' album, Jah Wobble (Public Image Ltd) and guitarist Jon Klein (Siouxsie & The Banshees, Specimen) reveal the fire-buster 'Who Wins?', a song about distrust — about the growing sense that the grand halls of power have become echo chambers of empty promises. The question echoes long after the final note fades — we probably wouldn't like the answer.

The title itself acts as a refrain and a provocation. Who wins? Not answered outright, the song understands something important: the most powerful question in politics is often the one that leaves the listener finishing the sentence themselves. Less of a statement and more like a mirror, this song fits squarely inside the long lineage of protest music. Songs that capture a moment when the atmosphere shifts — when dissatisfaction becomes a chorus and the private complaint becomes public noise.

'Automated Paradise' is Wobble & Klein's third collaborative record and also their debut album as a duo with Dimple Discs, previewed by the motorik lead track ‘Fading Away’, pulsating with the raw electrical tension of British post-punk and new wave. These two legends first combined forces on the 'Metal Box – Rebuilt In Dub' album in 2021, they continue to collaborate live and in the studio.

"'Who Wins?' is a good old protest song, pointing fingers and making a racket! It was a bass line that turned into a metal riff. The noisier songs on this album tend to reflect on today’s information overload, where there’s no security, and people are becoming more polemic and stressed, but there seems to be a thread of hope that truth and justice will maybe prevail," says Jon Klein.

"Working with Jah Wobble is always an inspiring experience. When I started working with him in recording sessions, he often quoted the words of Holger Czukay, the bass player of German band Can: “First we play, then afterwards we talk! We like to make things happen in the moment. Often we complete a working draft to a piece of music from scratch in a few hours.”

Jah Wobble adds, "The music comes from that silent place. It’s pre-existing. You just allow it to flow...  Proper post punk. Angry and humorous. Okay, it’s the end of civilisation. But nothing lasts forever right? We shouldn’t take it to heart."

This is Jah Wobble’s first post-punk album in recent years, these brash guitar-driven tracks reflecting his preoccupation with the declining state of the nation. Driven by his weekly experience with Klein, working at the "Tuned In" music community project in Merton, this record recalls the spirit of Mark Stewart - angry in an empathetic, constructive way. The lyrical content mainly came together on the spot in the studio.

This album follows two 2025 albums for Wobble -  ‘Dub Volume 1' (Dimple Discs) and the expanded reissue of the 2017 album 'The Usual Suspects', featuring 25 career highlights, re-recorded and including some of Wobble’s finest material, alongside tracks by Invaders Of The Heart and PiL.

Guitarist and producer Jon Klein was a member of Siouxsie and the Banshees from 1987 until 1994 (the 'Peepshow', 'Superstition' and 'The Rapture' era). Originally in the Bristol band Europeans, he then formed the glam-goth act Specimen and relocated to London, where he co-founded The Batcave nightclub. He has worked with Talvin Singh and Sinéad O'Connor, and co-produced a string of No. 1 albums for Warner-signed Fangoria, fueling a decade-long streak of chart-topping success in Spain. 

Born John Wardle, bassist and vocalist Jah Wobble is from East London. An original member of Public Image Ltd (PiL) from 1978-80, he made two seminal albums with the band, including the iconic ‘Metal Box’. Wobble formed Invaders of the Heart in 1982, collaborating with Can's Holger Czukay, Jaki Liebezeit, U2's The Edge and producer François Kevorkian. By the 1990s, he was well known, had chart success and a Mercury Music Prize nomination for the album ‘Rising Above Bedlam'. After releasing the top-40 album ‘Take Me To God’ and then ‘Heaven and Earth' via Island Records, Wardle fled record company constraints to more experimental recordings.

Wobble has collaborated with Sinéad O’Connor, Massive Attack, Ginger Baker, Björk, Brian Eno and Pharoah Sanders, was part of the supergroup The Damage Manual, worked with Julie Campbell aka LoneLady on ‘Psychic Life’, and with his wife Zi Lan Liao on the album ‘Chinese Dub, winning the Songlines Magazine World Music Award. He also plays and records with his sons Charlie and John Wardle in Tian Qiyi.  2024 brought his 'Timeless Roots' album with Horace Andy, followed by 2025's 'Old Fashioned Ways' album with Jamaica's Ken Boothe. Wobble played on Richard Russell’s album ‘Everything is Recorded' (notably ‘Losing You’ feat. Sampha).

Wobble published his autobiography ‘Memoirs of a Geezer: Music, Life, Mayhem’ via Serpent’s Tail in 2009, following his 2008 radio documentary on Sid Vicious for BBC Radio 3. 30 Hertz Records, the independent label Wobble launched in 1997, still releases music in collaboration with Cherry Red,  including 'Dark Luminosity – The 21st Century Collection' and 'In Dub II: Deluxe'.

On March 27, 'Automatic Paradise' is available on CD and transparent vinyl, limited to 800 copies. The digital download can be pre-ordered via Bandcamp. Jah Wobble & The Invaders Of The Heart continue touring the UK in 2026, for which tickets are available at https://jahwobble.com/#live

CREDITS
'Fading Away' written by Jah Wobble, John Tian Chi Wardle & Jon Klein
'Who Wins?' written by Jah Wobble, Izumi Karaage & Jon Klein
Jah Wobble - bass & vocals
Jon Klein - guitar, synthesizer, backing vocals & programming
Izumi Karaage - drums on 'Who Wins?'
John Tian Chi Wardle - drums on 'Fading Away'
Keiko Yamazaki - backing vocals on 'Fading Away'
Produced by Jah Wobble & Jon Klein
Engineered & mixed by Jon Klein at Tuned In Studio & Ground Control.
Mastered by Anthony Chapman
Cover artwork & design by Jah Wobble
Released by Dimple Discs
Barcode 5052571225325
Vinyl catalogue ID #DEEDEE081LP / CD catalogue ID #DEEDEE081CD
Live photos by Fergus Kelly / Room Temperature
Other photos by Peter McDowell
Publicity by Shameless Promotion PR

JAH WOBBLE & THE INVADERS OF THE HEART - TOUR DATES
Mar. 28  BUTLIN'S SKEGNESS - Shiine On Weekender 2026
Apr. 02  WIMBORNE MINSTER - Tivoli Theatre
Apr. 03  TOTNES - Barrel House
Apr. 04  CARDIFF - Clwb Ifor Bach
Apr. 10  STOKE ON TRENT - Artisan Tap
Apr. 11  DARWEN - Library Theatre
Apr. 25  GWYNEDD - Neuadd Ogwen
May 15  CAMBERLEY - Login Lounge
May 30  LYME REGIS - Marine Theatre


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As Everything Unfolds Release Video for New Single "DENIAL"

As Everything Unfolds are gearing up for the release of their highly-anticipated new album, DID YOU ASK TO BE SET FREE?, on April 10 via Century Media.

The release of new single "DENIAL." 

"Denial is the hardest thing to watch someone go through," shares Charlie Rolfe. "You can say or do nothing that will make them realize the horrible situation they're in, you see small moments of clarity where they're screaming out for help but they fall back into denial. It's their closest friend, their comfort. I found it the hardest phase to watch someone in addiction recovery go through. Their disregard for your emotional and physical well-being, your feelings don't even come into their mind. No matter how much you try to sympathize and say that you understand the pain they’re going through, it's never enough to convince them that they're not alone and their own destructive misery feels like they find joy in inflicting pain upon others, they feel better spreading their pain rather than facing it."

Depth. An infinity loop of layers that unravel over time. In the case of Charlie Rolfe, the importance of depth has come to define both the art that she creates — as frontwoman and lead vocalist of As Everything Unfolds — and re-contextualize the art she holds dearest.

"As I've gotten older, I've appreciated the depth of anything in my life," she explains. "I can never accept something for how it is on the surface, I have to understand it." Whether it’s the allegories and social commentary in Blade Runner,that desire for artistic depth flows through Charlie.

"I love absorbing information," she adds. "I think that information is one of the most powerful tools in the world, and it's undervalued by a lot of people. The more you know, the more you can potentially set yourself free." Which brings us to just one thread of the concept behind DID YOU ASK TO BE SET FREE?, the first album from the Buckinghamshire quartet since signing to Century Media Records.

Set free from who? What? The rigor of that question is what characterizes the fluidity of As Everything Unfolds' third full-length, which grapples with the tightrope between a dream state and reality. Should you walk the tightrope and risk leaving your safe haven of fantasy? Whatever the choice – conscious or  otherwise – will you find 'freedom' at the end of the road? That never-ending labyrinth of questions is what shapes the crux of the record.

Tragedy hit camp As Everything Unfolds in August 2024 when drummer Jamie Gowers, who was also Charlie's boyfriend, passed away. Midway through writing this album, the quartet banded together to re-ignite the flames of As Everything Unfolds.

"It’s going to be shit and it's going to be horrible, but running away from it felt like the wrong thing to do," recalls Charlie. "This is the hardest record we will ever have to do — how can we flip it into something we're proud of, and give it the longevity and legacy it deserves?'"

Taking two years to give writing and pre-production the TLC it deserved, the album was recorded across three weeks in February 2025.

Despite initially feeling like a record of two halves, Charlie was never going to settle for anything other than a unified concept. It was when an old university mate recommended a book called The Creative Act by Rick Rubin that inspired the eureka moment for this record.

Ultimately, DID YOU ASK TO BE SET FREE? is an alternate lens through which Charlie examines reality, and the never-ending dichotomy between hiding and confronting it. As someone who experienced a lot of maladaptive daydreaming during the early days of her trauma, the tool and throughline was there for Charlie to tell her story.

After a turbulent few years, there is a creative depth to DID YOU ASK TO BE SET FREE? that ensures it’s their strongest album to date.

"It’s told its story, and I don’t feel like I need to take it any further," she boldly declares. "It’s a capsule of that moment, of the things that happened to me, and I’m now in a new part of my life. That’s why drawing the line under it is important."