CHAMBER Reveals Details Of New Album, this is goodbye…, Coming March 27th ~ New Single/Video “Violins” Streaming Now!

Posted in Metal, metal bands, metal music, metalcore, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on February 19, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Nashville’s revered metalcore favorites CHAMBER are mounting their anticipated return with the announcement of the band’s 3rd album, this is goodbye…, to be released on March 27th via Pure Noise Records

Commenting on the album, the band says: 

“this is goodbye… is Chamber at our most open and instinctive. A lot of this record was written on the spot in Randy’s studio, with no time to overthink what we were playing. When I think back on putting this record together, I just remember the laughs we had in the studio and how naturally these songs came to be. To be real, we just had a ton of fun and tried to write parts that would get each other stoked.

CHAMBER’s follow up to 2023’s breakthrough record, A Love To Kill For, features 12 unrelenting tracks of meticulously crafted, mind-melting metal and hardcore. Today, fans get a taste of what’s to come with the brand new song, “violins,” streaming everywhere and accompanied by a gripping music video created by Nick Chance.

Vocalist/guitarist Gabe Manuel says of the intense new single: 

“We almost always write pieces of songs and put them together in the studio, but ‘Violins’ was one of a few songs on this record that we finished writing pretty far in advance. I was listening heavy to ‘De-Loused’/’Frances the Mute’ era The Mars Volta when we were writing this, and the rhythm of the chorus is definitely influenced by that stuff + anime theme song vibes. We all have eclectic music tastes outside of hardcore/metal, and this song fuses all those influences together in a way that I really love.

“VIOLINS” MUSIC VIDEO: 
https://youtu.be/Z5vLEIAXmoc

Fans can pre-order the album now and catch CHAMBER live on their tour with MALEVOLENCE and GUILT TRIP this spring. Purchase tickets here: https://chamber615.com/

Pre-Order this is goodbye…https://lnk.to/ChamberStores
Stream “violins“: https://lnk.to/ChamberTN

“this is goodbye…Track-listing
1. arms of eternity
2. scarlet ink
3. violins
4. vanity
5. surveillance
6. parting gift
7. angel
8. pale blue (why?)
9. without a trace
10. resurrect (Feat. Vincent Bennett)
11. death without departure
12. in revolving doors

CHAMBER Tour Dates:
Mar 31 – Detroit, MI – The Shelter
Apr 2 – Buffalo, NY – Rec Room
Apr 3 – Montreal, QC – Fairmont Theatre
Apr 4 – Toronto, ON – Hard Luck Bar
Apr 7 – Worcester, MA – Palladium Upstairs
Apr 8 – Brooklyn, NY – Meadows
Apr 9 – Baltimore, MD – Metro Gallery
Apr 10 – Philadelphia, PA – Ukie Club
Apr 11 – Pittsburgh, PA – Preserving
Apr 13 – Nashville, TN – The Mil
Apr 14 – Atlanta, GA – Masquerade
Apr 16 – Houston, TX – Secret Group
Apr 17 – San Antonio, TX – The Rock Box
Apr 18 – Dallas, TX – Puzzles Deep Ellum
Apr 20 – Denver, CO – Marquis
Apr 22 – Minneapolis, MN – Amsterdam Bar
Apr 23 – Milwaukee, WI – Xray Arcade

About CHAMBER:

Nothing seems easy anymore, and that sense of constant struggle permeates this is goodbye…, the third full-length album from Nashville’s Chamber. In a modern world defined by exhaustion, uncertainty, and the relentless grind of simply existing, being in a band can feel heavier than ever – and Chamber confront that reality head-on.

Following 2020’s Cost Of Sacrifice and 2023’s A Love To Kill For, the five-piece channel the emotional and physical toll of chasing creativity through touring, online noise, and self-doubt into twelve tracks that wrestle with whether the fight is worth it. The album’s title, drawn from the closing track “in revolving doors,” looms over the record, but rather than signaling an ending, it captures a moment of reckoning and resolve.

That tension fuels one of the most intense and cathartic records of the band’s career. Framed by stark audio clips and driven by their ferocious brand of “psychotic mosh metal,” this is goodbye… is blistering, chaotic, and deeply personal – touching on grief, existential dread, and the bonds that keep the band moving forward.

Produced by longtime collaborator Randy LeBoeuf, the album embraces dissonance, strange rhythms, and unrelenting heaviness without compromise. Nearly a decade into their journey, Chamber have made the record they’ve always been building toward: savage, challenging, and vital. Despite its title, this is goodbye… feels less like an ending than a definitive statement – and the beginning of something new.

Follow CHAMBER:
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On This Day In POWERWOLF History – February 19th ~ Wake Up The Wicked Tour 2026 Kicks Off Today!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on February 19, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

February 19, 2026POWERWOLF begins their Wake Up The Wicked Tour, in Copenhagen, Denmark, at K.B. Hallen. Supporting bands are HammerFall and Wind Rose.

Ticket info: https://www.powerwolf.net/live

February 19, 2012 POWERWOLF performed at Garage in Saarbrücken, Germany. This was The Wolfsnächte Tour and POWERWOLF were supporting their fourth studio album Blood of the Saints. Supporting bands were: Mystic Prophecy, Stormwarrior and Lonewolf.

For more POWERWOLF: https://www.powerwolf.net/

BARREN PATH (Gridlink, Maruta) Announce West Coast U.S. Tour | GIGAN on Select Dates

Posted in Metal, Music, metal music, news, grindcore, metal bands, music news with tags , , , , , , on February 18, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

BARREN PATH (Gridlink, Maruta), the new force in grindcore, will embark on the West Coast MMXXVI tour at the end of April for a seven-date jaunt. Willowtip label-mates, GIGAN, will appear on four of those dates. The tour wraps up in Seattle at Northwest Terror Fest.

Tour dates are as follows:

April 30 – San Diego, CA – The Banshee*
May 1 – Long Beach, CA – Que Sera*
May 2 – Los Angeles, CA – Zebulon
May 3 – Atascadero, CA – Dark Nectar
May 4 – Sacramento, CA – Cafe Colonial*
May 5 – Oakland, CA – Thee Stork Club*
May 9 – Seattle, WA – Nuemos (Northwest Terror Fest)

*Dates with GIGAN

Willowtip Records released BARREN PATH debut album, Grieving, last year on Halloween. The album is available on CD, vinyl, and digital formats. Stream/Purchase below:

youtu.be/w80jc0H2dQo

willowtip.com/bands/details/barren-path.aspx

barrenpath.bandcamp.com/album/grieving

music.apple.com/us/album/grieving/1829019761

open.spotify.com/artist/7AWIZP1bhOIz8UCMkv28Uf

Track Listing:

1. Whimpering Echo

2. Subversion record

3. Primordial Black

4. No Geneva

5. Isolation Wound

6. The Insufferable Weight[Video]

7. Relinquish

8. The Unreliable Narrator

9. Celestial Bleeding

10. Lunar Tear

11. Horizonless [Video]

12. In the End… The Gift is Death [Video]

BARREN PATH:

Takafumi Matsubara: Guitar
Bryan Fajardo: Drums
Mitchell Luna: Vocals
Rory Kobzina: Guitar
Mauro Cordoba: Bass

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More Barren Path:

instagram.com/barren_path

facebook.com/people/Barren-Path/61579110541664

Willowtip links:

willowtip.com

facebook.com/willowtip

willowtip.bandcamp.com

Source: ClawHammer PR

BELPHEGOR Releases New Single “Scarlet Beast – Leviathan,” | North American Tour Starts Tomorrow

Posted in Black Metal, black metal bands, blackened death metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , on February 18, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Watch/Stream “Scarlet Beast – Leviathan” HERE: https://youtu.be/R84svP3mTJo

The gates open once more.

With the release of “Scarlet Beast – Leviathan,” BELPHEGOR return at their most menacing and deliberate, delivering a track that moves with the force of an advancing colossus. Built upon lumbering, monolithic riffs and a suffocating sense of inevitability, the single embodies a towering presence, vast, unrelenting, and absolute.

“Scarlet Beast – Leviathan” does not chase speed; it commands submission. Favoring tension, density, and sheer authority over velocity, the song fuses ritualistic black metal atmosphere with the crushing weight of death metal. The result is a sonic behemoth, oppressive, deliberate, and unstoppable, advancing through scorched terrain with death trailing in its wake.

The single arrives as BELPHEGOR kick off their North American “Praise The Beast” tour, carrying this new chapter directly onto the stage. The track’s immense weight and deliberate pacing translate into a live experience built on tension and command, setting the tone for a run that promises ritual intensity across the continent.

Accompanying the single is a stark and uncompromising music video that captures the essence of true darkness. Gritty and raw in execution, the visual counterpart strips away artifice and embraces ritualistic imagery, shadow, and decay. It is not spectacle, but invocation.

With “Scarlet Beast – Leviathan,” BELPHEGOR once again prove their mastery of controlled devastation. The beast does not rush. It advances. And nothing stands in its path.

Praise The Beast North American Tour 2026:

02/19 – Brooklyn, NY, Brooklyn Monarch
02/20 – Lowell, MA, Taffeta Music Hall
02/21 – Montreal, QC, Le Studio TD
02/22 – Toronto, ON, Lee’s Palace
02/23 – Lakewood, OH, Mercury Music Hall
02/24 – Joliet, IL, The Forge
02/26 – Denver, CO, HQ
02/27 – Albuquerque, NM, Launchpad
02/28 – Haltom City, TX, Haltom Theater
03/01 – Houston, TX, Scout Bar
03/02 – San Antonio, TX, Paper Tiger
03/05 – Mesa, AZ, The Rosetta Room
03/06 – San Diego, CA, Brick by Brick
03/07 – San Francisco, CA, DNA Lounge
03/08 – Roseville, CA, Goldfield Trading Post
03/09 – Los Angeles, CA, 1720
03/10 – Anaheim, CA, The Observatory

Purchase tickets HERE

https://www.belphegor.at/present.htm

More from BELPHEGOR: www.belphegor.at | Facebook | Instagram | Youtube

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Source: C Squared Music

EXTINCTION A.D. Signs With M-Theory Audio | New Single “Dead Men Running” Debuts Online

Posted in Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on February 18, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Independent label powerhouse M-Theory Audio is thrilled to announce the signing of Long Island metal force EXTINCTION A.D. To kick off this new chapter, the band will release their fierce new single “Dead Men Running on all streaming/download platforms setting the stage for an explosive year ahead.

Or watch the lyric video HERE: https://youtu.be/qfkWVuRte2c?si=cNz_HsnZaxZJNdHx

“The band is excited to be working with M-Theory Audio because we have a very specific outline for the entirety of 2026 and how we want to attack the entire year. Finding the right group to be in the foxhole with us for this marathon was extremely important,” reveals singer/guitarist Rick Jimenez.

“Dead Men Running is all about diving headfirst into what you know is right for you despite all opposition from the outside world as well as internal conflict. The journey towards self-actualization is insanely difficult but there is no greater goal to seek.

Fans should expect a blistering sonic attack and a message of resilience at the core of the track’s explosive energy.

Since forming in 2013 in Medford, Long Island from the ashes of This Is Hell, EXTINCTION A.D. has forged a reputation for relentless crossover thrash infused with hardcore urgency and socially charged themes. Over the past decade the band has grown from raw underground roots to sharing stages with respected acts and carving out a distinct voice in the modern metal landscape.

Critics and metal media have taken note of the band’s evolving ferocity and musical identity. Their 2018 single “Age of Revenge” was celebrated by MetalSucks as a “tornado track” with a chorus “menacing, anthemic, and catchier than a bear trap,” suggesting that “thrash’s future looks bright” with a band like EXTINCTION A.D. at the helm.

Earlier releases, on labels like Good Fight and Unique Leader, further showcased the band’s capability to merge fierce riff work with emotional and thematic depth. Their output has drawn comparisons to powerful East Coast thrash and hardcore hybrids, with critics praising their raw energy and ability to keep the classic thrash ethos alive while pushing it forward.

Thrashing just as hard as their predecessors, the band also break their surroundings down and deliver some heavy as hell riotous mosh; hitting that all-important sweet spot mixture of ‘80s thrash, ‘90s extreme metal and New York hardcore, all encompassed into one. Never afraid to speak their minds amidst a divisive world, EXTINCTION A.D. brings a decisive power to match their frenetic energy. The endgame is not just rebellion but revolution.

UPCOMING LIVE:
4/12 – OCNY Vets Center – New Windsor, NY
6/20 – Empire Underground – Albany, NY
6/27 – NJ Metalfest – Debonair Music Hall – Teaneck, NJ

EXTINCTION A.D. are:
Rick Jimenez – vocals and guitar
Ian Cimaglia – lead guitar and vocals
Tom Wood – bass
Mike Sciulara – drums

For more information:
www.facebook.com/ExtinctionAD

www.instagram.com/ExtinctionAD

ExtinctionAD.bandcamp.com

GREYHAWK’s Warriors of Greyhawk Out Now & New Video Released | Tour Dates With Alestorm Announced

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on February 17, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Seattle (WA) – Cruz Del Sur Music has released new Greyhawk album, Warriors of Greyhawk. The official video for the title track is out as well and available at: youtu.be/fa44hjT_qq4

Stream the album:

greyhawkmetal.bandcamp.com/album/warriors-of-greyhawk

Greyhawk will hit the road in May with Alestorm and Twilight Force for the Mostly Canadian Tour 2026. Tour dates are as follows:

May 19 – Montreal, QC @ Place Bell
May 22 – Toronto, ON @ Rebel
May 23 – Sudbury, ON @ The Grand
May 25 – Thunder Bay, ON @ NV Music Hall
May 26 – Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre
May 28 – Edmonton, AB @ Midway Music Hall
May 29 – Calgary, AB @ MacEwan Hall
May 31 – Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom

Fusing classic U.S. power metal, AOR and all things epic metal; Greyhawk returns with their third album of triumphant battle hymns!

Refreshed, rejuvenated and ready for adventure; Greyhawk are back with their third album of epic, melodic power/heavy metal fused with an anthemic AOR angle. Shredding guitars, soaring vocals, powerful rhythms and songs that will stick with you are all a part of this majestic opus. 

From the very beginning you will be met with soaring guitars, pounding riffs and a classic heavy/power metal attack from the instrumentals. Grandiose and powerful vocals complete the mix, which is perfectly blended by Henrik Udd’s sublime production which is detailed and grandiose. Daniel Porta has provided artwork for this record and clearly the band have had a strong input on all aspects of the release to make sure the entire experience is gripping for you, the fans.

Track Listing:

1. Ascension

2. Land Of Ashes

3. Take A Stand

4. Endless Race

5. Warriors Of Greyhawk

6. Words Of Power

7. Chosen

8. Hyperspace

9. Embers Rise

10. Rise Above

11. Eternal Quest

Purchase Warriors of Greyhawk:

greyhawkmetal.bandcamp.com/album/warriors-of-greyhawk

CD: https://tinyurl.com/38e89aaj

TAPE: https://tinyurl.com/y7jn6xn7

LP BLACK: https://tinyurl.com/3eyd49fz

LP LMT: https://tinyurl.com/mpzmnk4s

NOTE: North American physical product distribution is set for March 6.

Band Photo Credit: Ian Phares Photography

Line-Up:

Anthony Corso: Vocals
Jesse Berlin: Lead Guitar
Rob Steinway: Rhythm Guitar
Darin Wall: Bass Guitar
Nate Butler: Drums

facebook.com/greyhawkheavymetal

instagram.com/greyhawkmetal

facebook.com/cruzdelsurmusic

instagram.com/cruzdelsurmusic

cruzdelsurmusic.com

Source: ClawHammer PR

SOLDIERS OF STEEL FESTIVAL II STRIKES AGAIN: Saint and Widow Lead Second Wave of Heavy Metal Assault

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on February 17, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

The siege of Seattle intensifies as the Soldiers of Steel Festival reveals the second wave of artists set to storm the stage at Substation from August 13th through August 16th, 2026. This latest announcement further solidifies the festival’s mission to bring the finest in traditional, power, and thrash metal to the Pacific Northwest.

Leading this second charge are Oregon’s Saint, the legendary pioneers of “Apocalyptic Metal,” delivering a high-octane, Judas Priest-style sonic assault fueled by soaring vocals and blistering riffs. For over 40 years, these “Warriors of the Son” have remained an unstoppable force in the scene, proving that true faith and pure heavy metal are a match made in heaven. Joining them for a can’t-miss appearance is North Carolina’s Widow. Active since 2000 with five acclaimed albums under their belt, this performance marks the band’s long-awaited debut in the Pacific Northwest.

The second wave also highlights a formidable array of power and traditional heavy metal:

  • ADAMANTIS: Bringing the fire of Massachusetts power metal to the West Coast, these No Remorse Records warriors are known for their soaring melodies and epic compositions.
  • HEAVY METAL SHRAPNEL: A masterclass in high-octane instrumental shred and traditional heavy metal excellence led by Andrew Lee and ex-Yngwie vocalist Mark Boals
  • CHAMBER MAGE: One of the most exciting names in the current epic heavy metal underground, delivering powerful, riff-driven storytelling.
  • SUBVERSION TRIGGER: Les Evans (ex-Cryptic Slaughter) and Brad Mowen (The Accüsed) bring a lethal dose of high-speed aggression and technical precision.

These bands join an already monumental lineup that includes the homecoming of Sanctuary, the first U.S. appearance in 40 years for Sacred Blade, and a 40th-anniversary celebration of The Accüsed AD.

Ticket & Pass Information: Fans are encouraged to act quickly, as VIP and Weekend passes are moving fast.

  • Weekend Pass ($90): Access to the main festival dates on Friday, August 14th and Saturday, August 15th.
  • VIP Pass ($150): The ultimate experience covering all four days (Pre-fest, main festival, and afterparty). VIP passes include an exclusive festival t-shirt, a commemorative poster, and additional TBA festival treasures.
  • Ticket Links:

DEATH DEALER Share an Official Statement Regarding Ross “The Boss” Friedman

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , on February 17, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

All-star heavy metal band DEATH DEALER and Massacre Records are deeply saddened to share difficult news concerning guitarist and founding member Ross “The Boss” Friedman.

The band has issued the following official statement:
We are devastated by the news that our brother, Ross the Boss, has been diagnosed with ALS.

From the very first day this band came together, we have operated as more than musicians, we are a brotherhood. That bond, that loyalty, and that respect for one another will never change.

This diagnosis, however, inevitably changes the road ahead for Death Dealer in terms of new music and live performances. Ross is not someone who can be replaced, nor would we ever try.

His contribution to heavy metal is monumental, timeless, and deeply woven into the fabric of this genre. His legacy stands on its own and will continue to inspire generations.

Right now, our focus is not on stages or studios, but on standing beside our brother as he faces this battle with the strength and courage that has always defined him.

We ask the metal community to keep Ross in your thoughts and to honour him the way he has always honoured the music, with passion, loyalty, and heart. We stand with Ross. Always.

Massacre Records stands fully united with DEATH DEALER during this time. Ross “The Boss” Friedman is not only a legendary guitarist whose influence has shaped generations of heavy metal musicians worldwide, but also a respected artist whose dedication, integrity and passion embody the very spirit of the genre.

Recently, DEATH DEALER released their album Reign Of Steel.
Stream/buy the album here: 
https://massacre-records.com/deathdealer_reignofsteel_sale/

DEATH DEALER are:
Sean Peck – Vocals
Ross “The Boss” Friedman – Guitars
Stu Marshall – Guitars
Mike LePond – Bass
Steve Bolognese – Drums

Source: Massacre Records

ROSS “THE BOSS” FRIEDMAN FOREVER.

CRYPTOPSY – To Headline The Decibel Magazine North American Tour 2026

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on February 16, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Death Metal legends CRYPTOPSY to headline The Decibel Magazine North American 2026 Tour!

Support comes from Bay Area death metal warriors Necrot, Italian horror band Fulci and D.C. deathgrind band Blood Monolith.

For show info & tickets:

https://www.bandsintown.com/a/2941-cryptopsy

The Decibel Magazine Tour 2026 dates:

April 30 – Worcester, MA • Palladium Upstairs
May 1 – Brooklyn, NY • Brooklyn Monarch
May 2 – Baltimore, MD • Baltimore Soundstage
May 3 – Philadelphia, PA • Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest – Philly 2026
May 5 – Atlanta, GA • Masquerade (Hell)
May 7 – Houston, TX • White Oak Music Hall
May 8 – Dallas, TX • The Studio
May 9 – Austin, TX • Come and Take It Live
May 12 – Los Angeles, CA • The Regent
May 13 – San Diego, CA • Brick By Brick
May 14 – Berkeley, CA • Cornerstone
May 16 – Portland, OR • Hawthorne Theater
May 17 – Seattle, WA • El Corazon
May 20 – Denver, CO • Oriental Theater
May 22 – Minneapolis, MN • Fine Line Music Cafe
May 23 – Chicago, IL • Bottom Lounge
May 24 – Detroit, MI • Crofoot Ballroom
May 25 – Cleveland, OH • The Grog Shop
May 26 – Pittsburgh, PA • Preserving Underground
May 27 – Toronto, ON • Lee’s
May 28 – Montreal, QC • Fairmount Theatre

LONG LIVE CRYPTOPSY.

EVERGREY – To Release 15th Studio Album, Architects Of A New Weave, on June 5th | 2026 Tour Dates Posted

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on February 16, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Pre-Order: http://lnk.to/Evergrey-ArchitectsoftheNewWeave

Evergrey – Architects Of A New Weave will be available in the following formats:

2-LP Gatefold Deluxe Edition (incl. Bonus LP, LP-Sized 16p Booklet) – Napalm Records Mailorder Exclusive (strictly limited)

2-LP Gatefold White Label Edition (incl. Bonus LP/White Packaging, Covercard [hand-numbered], LP-sized Booklet [16p]) – Napalm Records Mailorder Exclusive (strictly limited)

2-CD Digipack 24p (incl. 6 Tracks Bonus Album)
1-CD Jewel Case
1-LP Gatefold

Digital Album Deluxe (incl. 6 Tracks Bonus Album)
Digital Album

EVERGREY LIVE 2026:

Australian Tour
28.04.26 AU – Perth / The Rosemount
30.04.26 AU – Canberra / The Baso
01.05.26 AU – Sydney / Crowbar
02.05.26 AU – Melbourne / The Corner
03.05.26 AU – Brisbane / Crowbar

Additional Shows & Festivals:

25.–26.04.26 BR – São Paulo / Bangers Open Air
08.05.26 AE – Dubai / P7 Arena, Media One Hotel
03.–06.06.26 SE – Norje / Sweden Rock Festival
04.–07.06.26 PL – Gdańsk / Mystic Festival
10.06.26 NL – Amsterdam / (with Iron Maiden)
12.06.26 NL – Uden / De Pul
13.06.26 NL – Zoetermeer / Boerderij
22.06.26 FR – Paris / (with Iron Maiden)
27.06.26 RO – Chimbay / Rockstadt Extreme Fest
11.09.26 US – Atlanta, GA / Headlining Progpower USA

Freedom World Crusade
As Special Guest to HammerFall:

12.09.26 US – Raleigh, NC
13.09.26 US – Leesburg, VA
15.09.26 US – New York, NY
16.09.26 US – Worcester, MA
18.09.26 US – Derry, NH
19.09.26 CA – Ottawa, ON
20.09.26 CA – Montreal, QC
22.09.26 CA – Toronto, ON
23.09.26 US – Lakewood, OH
24.09.26 US – Columbus, OH
25.09.26 US – St. Charles, IL
26.09.26 US – Hobart, IN
27.09.26 US – Green Bay, WI
29.09.26 US – Denver, CO
01.10.26 US – Pomona, CA
02.10.26 US – Los Angeles, CA
03.10.26 US – San Juan Capistrano, CA
06.10.26 US – Portland, OR
07.10.26 CA – Vancouver, BC
08.10.26 US – Seattle, WA

Source: Napalm Records Facebook

On This Day In MEGADETH History – February 16th

Posted in Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on February 16, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

February 16, 1993MEGADETH released their single “Sweating Bullets” from their 1992 studio album Countdown To Extinction.

February 16, 2000 – From their 8th studio album, Risk, released in 1999, MEGADETH sees their single “Breadline” released in Japan.

Thank you for visiting Metal Odyssey and reading this post! Have an amazing week ahead! Metal be thy name – Stone.

More MEGADETH: https://www.megadeth.com/

LONG LIVE MEGADETH.

On This Day In JUDAS PRIEST History – February 15th

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , , on February 15, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

On February 15, 1979: JUDAS PRIEST performed at Nakano Sun Plaza in Tokyo, Japan. This concert was recorded for their live album: Unleashed In The East. This live album was produced by Tom Allom. This was the last JUDAS PRIEST album that Les Binks performs on.

On February 15, 1981: JUDAS PRIEST performed at Forest National (aka) Vorst Nationaal in Brussels, Belgium, a stop on their 1981 World Wide Blitz Tour. The band were touring in support of their 7th studio album, released in 1981: Point Of Entry.

February 15, 1984: On Their Metal Conqueror Tour, JUDAS PRIEST performed in Kaunitz, West Germany at Ostwestfalenhalle, in support of their 9th studio album: Defenders Of The Faith.

On February 15, 1991: On their Painkiller Tour, JUDAS PRIEST performed at Oberschwabenhalle in Ravensburg, Germany, supporting their 12th studio album Painkiller. This marked the first tour and studio album with drummer Scott Travis.

Thank you for visiting and looking back on some JUDAS PRIEST history! Metal be thy name – Stone.

LONG LIVE JUDAS PRIEST.

Dark Power Metallers SILVER TALON Return With “Iron”

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal merch, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on February 15, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Digital Single/Music Video Online; On Tour This Month

From the forge. From the flame. From the will that does not bend.

Today, SILVER TALON unleashes “Iron” – a new single and music video forged in defiance and hardened in heavy metal. Listen now on all streaming/download platforms.

Built on thunderous riffs, soaring melodies, and steel-clad rhythm, “Iron” channels the spirit of classic heavy metal while striking with sharpened modern force. It is a battle hymn for the unbreakable, a soundtrack for those who refuse to yield when the pressure rises.

“This one has been a long time coming, and we’re proud to finally unleash it into the wild. As you might have guessed, ‘Iron’ is a song about cultivating strength, embracing pain, and crushing everything that stands in your way,” states guitarist Bryce VanHoosen.

The official music video for “Iron” is now live HERE – a visual embodiment of that fire and fury. Turn the volume high. Let it shake the walls. Let it remind you what heavy metal is meant to feel like.

“IRON” MUSIC VIDEO: 
https://youtu.be/sf5oGVwsDFw?si=sa4JYF3fWI2Ygwz3

With their foundation forged in steel, Silver Talon sharpens the blade once more. This is a preview of a new album being finalized, yet to be mixed/mastered, for release later this year. Spread the word. The forge is burning.

Tour Dates:
2/21 – High Water Mark – Portland, OR
2/22 – Shredder – Boise, ID
2/23 – Aces High Saloon – Salt Lake City, UT
2/24 – Ren’s Den – Albuquerque, NM
2/26 – Rockhouse – El Paso, TX
2/27 – Paper Tiger – San Antonio, TX
2/28 – Lost Well – Austin, TX

SILVER TALON:
Wyatt Howell – Vocals
Bryce VanHoosen – Guitar
Devon Miller – Guitar
Walter Hartzell – Bass
Nick Van Dusen – Drums

History:
Formed in 2017 from the ashes of acclaimed Pacific Northwest metal act Spellcaster, SILVER TALON emerged with a shared mission: keep the heavy metal flame burning bright.

Armed with a virtuosic triple-guitar attack, thunderous rhythm section, and the soaring vocals of Wyatt Howell (Sanctifyre), the band quickly established their sound with 2018 demo tracks “Devil Machine” and “Warrior’s End,” showcasing a potent mix of masterful hooks, lush melody, and technical firepower.

They expanded on that foundation with their self-released debut EP, ‘Becoming A Demon,’ featuring re-recorded demo tracks with producer Zack Ohren (Exmortus, Machine Head), three new originals, and a cover of Sanctuary’s “Battle Angels” with guest guitarist Jeff Loomis (Nevermore, Arch Enemy).

In May 2021, SILVER TALON released their M-Theory Audio debut, ‘Decadence and Decay’ — a masterclass in hook-driven, guitar-fueled heavy metal. Featuring cover art by renowned fantasy artist Gerald Brom and a guest appearance from King Diamond guitarist Andy La Rocque on “Resistance 2029,” the album drew widespread acclaim. Decibel wrote the band “sound absolutely immortal,” while Metal Injection praised their “killer” triple-guitar attack.

The band has since solidified their reputation as torchbearers of triumphant heavy metal with live performances alongside Exmortus, Savage Master, Unleash The Archers, Striker, Powerglove, Hatchet and more.

For more information:
www.silver-talon.com

https://silvertalon.bandcamp.com/

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DOWN Drops Special Cover Of Dr. John’s “Right Place, Wrong Time” In Celebration Of Mardi Gras!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on February 15, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

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Watch DOWN’s “Right Place, Wrong Time” video HERE.

Iconic heavy metal supergroup DOWN returns with a special cover of Dr. John’s “Right Place, Wrong Time!”

New Orleans native Dr. John was an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. His music combined New Orleans blues, jazz, R&B, soul, and funk. “Right Place, Wrong Time” was the first single from Dr. John’s 1973 album, In the Right Place, and became the most popular single of his career. The song has been featured in various films and television shows, including Dazed And Confused and American Horror Story: Coven.

DOWN’s cover and accompanying video, shot last March by Mike Holderbeast, comes in celebration of the Mardi Gras season and serves as a homage to Dr. John and his appearances on The Midnight Special TV series, a late-night musical variety show that aired from 1972 to 1981.

Elaborates vocalist Philip H. Anselmo, “Dr. John’s ‘Right Place, Wrong Time’ is probably one of the first songs I ever learned or knew of as a kid. We grew up in the French Quarter and Dr. John’s music was everywhere. Recording this song was something that I always wanted to do and I’m happy that I did it with DOWN. The video was an absolute blast to make. Even my mom is in it! Because of her, I know Dr. John’s music very well.”

Watch the video of DOWN’s festive rendition of Dr. John’s “Right Place, Wrong Time” HERE.

You know it’s DOWN as soon as you hear them. Featuring vocalist Philip H. Anselmo, guitarists Pepper Keenan and Kirk Windstein, drummer Jimmy Bower, and bassist Pat Bruders, there’s no mistaking those gargantuan riffs, swamp blues leads, crashing drums, and hypnotic howls for absolutely anybody else under the sun. The band upholds a certain tradition that countless fans celebrate, expanding their own musical mythos as they leave its pillars intact and untouched.

Stand by for updates on new DOWN music in the months to come. 

DOWN Live:

6/03/2026 Sweden Rock Festival – Norje, SE

6/05/2026 Mystic Fest Poland – Gdańsk, PL

6/21/2026 Hellfest – Clisson, FR

10/03/2026 Aftershock – Sacramento, CA

10/24/2026 Sick New World Texas – Fort Worth, TX

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Fortress Presents: Tynebound – Moonlight Sorcery Announced as First Headliner of New Newcastle Event

Posted in Black Metal, black metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal festivals, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , on February 14, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

New two-day black metal fest brought to you by Fortress Festival and Reaper Agency UK

First bands confirmed include Moonlight Sorcery, Inferno, Aristarchos and Cnoc An Tursa

Event in collaboration with Anarchy Brew Co. who will also launch a new “Fortress IPA” brew

Newcastle, UK – The team behind Fortress Festival and Reaper Agency UK has announced a brand-new event, Tynebound, set to take place in the North East of England. Following the success of the sold-out Fortress Festival editions in Scarborough, this new gathering brings a focused curation of raw and atmospheric black metal to Newcastle.

The event will be held across two days on 5-6 September at Anarchy Brew Co. To mark the first edition, Anarchy Brew Co. will release a curated range of limited brews, including a specially commissioned Fortress IPA.

The first four bands have been confirmed for the inaugural edition of Tynebound. Across two unforgiving days in early September, bands will summon everything from primitive raw black metal to bleak, expansive atmospheres, performed in close quarters and at full volume. This is music rooted in isolation, anger, and landscape – the kind that belongs in the North.

Finnish melodic black metal act Moonlight Sorcery will return to the UK for an exclusive performance as the Sunday headliner. This follows their appearance at Fortress Festival last year and marks a rare opportunity to see the band live.

Joining them are Czech black metal veterans Inferno, known for their shift from primitive roots to avant-garde, mind-altering compositions. The line-up also features the elusive Aristarchos, surfacing for a rare live appearance, and Scottish black metal group Cnoc An Tursa, who will perform material from their long-awaited new album, A Cry For The Slain, which blends black metal with evocative Gaelic melodies as tales of banshees, giants, dragons and ancient legends are brought roaring to life.

With a focus on providing an intense, close-quarters experience, capacity for Tynebound is strictly limited to 500 guests. Tickets are available now via the Reaper Agency UK BigCartel store.

Secure your entry: https://reaperagencyuk.bigcartel.com/product/fortress-presents-tynebound-weekend-ticket

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ATAVISTIA – Unleash New Single and Video “Mystic Tavern,” Announce Upcoming Album Old Gods Awaken, Out May 15th, 2026

Posted in Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on February 14, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Watch “Mystic Tavern” HERE: https://youtu.be/ssAsgHvN7Og

ATAVISTIA raise their horns and throw open the tavern doors with the release of “Mystic Tavern,” the first single from their forthcoming full length album Old Gods Awaken, set for release on May 15th, 2026 via Blood Blast Distribution.

“Mystic Tavern” showcases a bold and spirited side of the band. Centered around the concept of a never ending celebration, the track blends blistering blast beats, shifting time signatures, and an irresistibly folktouched bridge built to move crowds. It is epic, mischievous, and technically sharp in equal measure.

“Mystic Tavern” was the first song written for Old Gods Awaken and set the tone for the album’s direction. The record embraces shorter, catchier, and more straightforward songwriting while retaining the ferocity and progressive ambition that define ATAVISTIA’s identity. Folk metal textures weave seamlessly into blackened intensity, reflecting the band’s instinct driven approach to composition.

The single arrives alongside an official music video, bringing the song’s celebratory chaos to life and offering fans their first glimpse into the world of Old Gods Awaken.

Track Listing: 

  1. Raise All Thy Horns 
  2. Mystic Tavern  
  3. Seeker of Time
  4. To a New World
  5. I Skogens Djup
  6. Goddess of My Dreams
  7. Ride the White Storm
  8. Old Gods Awaken

Old Gods Awaken runs 43 minutes and 21 seconds and represents the uplifting first chapter of a two album concept. Incorporating Swedish and Finnish lyrics for the first time in the band’s catalog, the album draws from Nordic heritage and mythic atmosphere while delivering some of ATAVISTIA’s most memorable hooks to date. From tavern revelry to forest mysticism and epic progressive climaxes, the record marks a confident evolution in their sound.

With “Mystic Tavern” now unleashed, ATAVISTIA invite listeners to step inside, raise a horn, and prepare for the awakening.

ATAVISTIA lineup:

Mattias Sippola – Guitar, Vocals, Composition, Production
Max Sepulveda – Drums, Engineering
Elia Baghbaniyan – Guitar
Spencer Budworth – Bass, Vocals

About ATAVISTIA:

Formed in 2017 in Vancouver, Canada, ATAVISTIA takes their fans on a spellbinding journey though vast sonic landscapes of snow covered forests, desolate tundras, and permafrost-laden landscapes. Fans of WINTERSUN, ENSIFERUM, DIMMU BORGIR, and XANTHOCHROID will be enthralled by the elements of melodic death metal, black metal, and Scandinavian folk that is intricately woven together throughout their diverse soundscape.

Source: C Squared Music

CURSED AWAKENING – Unleashes New Single “Past Newtonium,” A Relentless Harbinger Of Their Next Album

Posted in Heavy Metal on February 14, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Listen to “Past Newtonium” HERE: 

https://youtu.be/EymKidNXfVc?si=o9kmhyCQasxIjVsj

Chicago death metal band CURSED AWAKENING (FKA – ARRHYTHMIA) returns with their new single “Past Newtonium,” a punishing new track that serves as the first warning of a full length album coming later in 2026.

To sum up “Past Newtonium” in one word, unrelenting. The song opens with a slow and deceptively restrained introduction before rapidly giving way to steady, ferocious triplet feel chugging. Razor sharp riffing drives the track forward as it erupts into a blistering Kerry King esque solo. The final moments descend into a brutal breakdown filled with screaming pinch harmonics, before returning to the intro riff to seal the track with grim finality.

Lyrically, “Past Newtonium” reflects a moment in the album where panic and overwhelming self disgust take center stage. The themes focus on self loathing, irreversible mistakes, and the suffocating realization of one’s own perceived corruption, reinforcing the psychological weight carried throughout the record.

Single Cover Art: Dwi Nugraha
Logo Artwork by: Haunting Speed Designs

Most of the riffs for “Past Newtonium” were written by rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist Abraham Verdin, with the song’s ominous intro drawing inspiration from BEHEMOTH’s “Blow Your Trumpets Gabriel.” The result is a track that blends old school death metal aggression with deliberate pacing, thrash influenced precision, and non standard song structure.

Listen HERE: https://youtu.be/EymKidNXfVc?si=o9kmhyCQasxIjVsj

CURSED AWAKENING:

Abraham Verdin – Rhythm Guitar, Lead Vocals
Michael Nystrom Bala – Lead Guitar
Brady Dukart – Bass, Backing Vocals
Ronnie James Keough – Drums

Recording Engineer: Patrick Williams
Mixing & Mastering Engineer: Dan Klein, Iron Hand Audio

Recording Lineup:
Rhythm Gtr/vocals: Abraham Verdin
Drums: Ronnie James Keough
Lead Guitar & Solos: Zayd Acevedo
Bass Guitar: Peter Tlatenchi

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Source: C Squared Music

On This Day In KREATOR History – February 13th

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on February 13, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

February 13, 2024KREATOR performed at Hindley Street Music Hall in Adelaide, Australia, with In Flames. This was the first stop on their Klash Of The Titans Tour of Australia.

February 13, 2018KREATOR performed along with Sabaton at Showbox in Seattle, Washington. This was a stop on the North American Tour 2018, supporting their studio album Gods Of Violence.

February 13, 2017KREATOR shared the stage with Sepultura at Siemens Arena in Vilnius, Lithuania. Soilwork and Aborted opened. This was on their Gods Of Violence Tour.

More KREATOR: https://www.kreator-terrorzone.de/

LONG LIVE KREATOR.

Nameless Grave Records Signs LIVIDUS – New Album ‘Scarabaeus’ Featuring Uta Plotkin Set for April 17th Release

Posted in Black Metal, Death Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on February 13, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Nameless Grave Records is proud to announce the signing of LIVIDUS, a project that stands at the crossroads of progressive black, death, and avant-garde metal. Anchored by the incredible vocal presence of Uta Plotkin (ex-Witch Mountain), the band will release their debut full-length, Scarabaeus, on April 17, 2026.

The album marks a significant return for Plotkin, showcasing her trademark seamless interplay between clean, emotive singing and punishing screams. Joining her in the current iteration of the band is an elite lineup of the Portland underground featuring Christy Cather (Ludicra), Rob Shaffer (Uada, Dark Castle), and Michael Thompson (ex-Silver Talon).

Produced, mixed, and mastered by Keith Merrow at Merrowsound Studios, Scarabaeus eschews modern trends for a weird approach reminiscent of the adventurous spirit found in Voivod, Hammers of Misfortune, and the progressive peaks of Death, Nevermore, and Emperor.

LIVIDUS is the exploration of the unexpected,” the band states. “We wanted to bridge the gap between the melodic and the dissonant, using the viola and Uta’s vocal range to tell a story of endurance and the aftermath of trauma. This is heavy metal at its most eccentric.”

Listen to “Amphisbaena” Now Here: https://lividus.bandcamp.com/album/scarabaeus-2

East Nashville Hard Rock Breakout KALAMITY KILLS Unleashes Explosive New Single “These Days Are Evil”

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, hard rock music, Music, music news, news on February 13, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Watch “These Days Are Evil” HERE: https://youtu.be/iOUfT3FG1P0

East Nashville hard rock force KALAMITY KILLS has released its powerful new single, “These Days Are Evil,” an urgent and unflinching anthem confronting division, manipulation, and digital-age addiction while calling listeners back to human connection and personal responsibility.

Written primarily by frontman Jamie Rowe in late 2024 and completed in collaboration with guitarist Jamey Perrenot, the track captures a sense of cultural unrest and psychological tension that feels unmistakably current. Blending aggressive riffs, driving rhythms, and a massive, chant-ready chorus, “These Days Are Evil” stands as one of the band’s most focused and explosive releases to date.

“I wrote most of this song in late 2024 knowing it was something special,” says Rowe. “Putting it in Jamey Perrenot’s hands to take it across the finish line has resulted in my favorite KALAMITY KILLS track to date. Look, it’s no secret the world is in a dark place these days, but we have a say in how we treat others. I want to see the good in people. An act of kindness goes a long way right now. Maybe we all need to take a second away from our screens and show up for someone in the real world. That’s what this song is really about: waking up to the manipulation, refusing to be pawns in their game, and choosing connection over division. We can’t control the chaos around us, but we can control how we respond to it.”

The single explores themes of manufactured outrage, screen-driven identity, fear-based messaging, and the constant battle for attention and influence. At its core, however, the message is not despair but choice. While the world may feel unstable, the band emphasizes that individuals still control how they treat one another.

Emerging from East Nashville’s thriving rock underground, KALAMITY KILLS continues to build momentum with music that challenges as much as it energizes. “These Days Are Evil” reflects a band unafraid to confront uncomfortable truths while offering a path forward rooted in awareness and compassion.

KALAMITY KILLS:

  • Jamie Rowe – Lead Vocals
  • Jamey Perrenot – Guitar / Producer
  • Julia Lauren Bullock – Bass / Vocals (Live)
  • Rob Bodley – Drums (Live)

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Source: C Squared Music