Check out my IRON MAIDEN shot glass! I received it as a holiday gift this past Winter. Incredible design of Eddie The Trooper and the inside is stainless steel. Metal be thy name!
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Watch “No One There” HERE! https://youtu.be/g_AlO2pmAjE
Vicky Psarakis (SICKSENSE) returns to the battlefield lending her compelling melodic cleans and fierce harsh performances to “No One There“. Composed by Kevin Sherwood, “No One There” features in Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7.
On her second collaboration with Call Of Duty, Vicky Psarakis shares:
“Surprise… I’m back Zombies! I’m so excited to be giving my voice once more to the one and only Call Of Duty franchise! You’ll find ‘No One There’ as the featured EE track on the latest BO7 map: Totenreich.
2 years ago, Kevin Sherwood invited me to feature on BO6 with the song ‘Slave’, which ended up becoming a fan favorite. We loved the track so much, we decided to add it to our setlist with my band SICKSENSE and saw many COD fans come out to hear it live. Fast forward to today, here I am again with a new song! I can’t thank Kevin enough for putting his trust and fully allowing me to bring my own stamp to his music.
I had an absolute blast working on this song! This one goes hard, I promise you. It truly showcases many different facets of my voice, a huge range of dynamics accompanied by incredible musicianship from the dream team who put this together! Who knows, maybe one day we’ll get to play ‘No One There’ for you live?”
Emerging into a discordant soundscape, “No One There” strikes into life with rhythms that leave nothing but devastation in their wake. Balancing dark emotions and untamable power, the instrumentation and vocal performance by Psarakis traverse treacherous plains culminating in an epic sonic impact. “No One There” concludes with a truly monstrous vocal display of Psarakis’ soloed screams.
Composed by Kevin Sherwood, “No One There” was produced and mixed by Joey Doherty, with both Doherty and Sherwood performing guitars on the track. Bass was provided by Jacob Umansky and Nathan Bulla performed drums for the track. “No One There” was mastered by Tyler Smyth.
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After twelve years of seeking, German death metal hellraisers ENDSEEKER have finally found the end. The fiery Coffin Born EP, set for release on June 19th via Metal Blade Records, will mark the final chapter as a band.
“We’ve accomplished more than we have ever imagined in our wildest dreams,” reflects the band, in a celebratory mood. “We played with fantastic bands, played super-cool festivals, and released four albums and two EPs of which we are extremely proud. We were blessed with great and loyal fans and managed to stay a consistent lineup throughout our whole career.”
“But after grinding for more than a decade and dedicating so much time and energy to this band, we feel like it’s time to move on to other projects. We wanted to end this band like we started, as very good friends. We started with an EP and we end it with an EP. It just feels right to do this now, while we still have the power to deliver a great farewell performance as well in the studio as on stage.”
Since their 2015 debut EP Corrosive Revelation, each release has hoisted the Hamburg quintet further up the death metal mountain, with Mount Carcass (2021) and Global Worming (2023) receiving widespread acclaim. Their soft spot for novelty cheese recurs on Coffin Born in a glorious David Hasselhoff cover, “True Survivor.”
In advance of the record’s release, ENDSEEKER presents the EP’s opening track and first single, “Enemies Of Peace.” The band comments, “This is a straight banger with some hardcore and crust vibes. This song grooves like hell and has a very raw and kinda punk attitude. Not only the anti-fascist lyrics, but also musically. It’s very powerful by any means with a strong and bold message.”
Watch ENDSEEKER’s “Enemies Of Peace” video HERE.
Produced by the band with drums engineered by Eike Freese, Coffin Born stands as ENDSEEKER’s swan song, shaped by the intense bond of a lineup that remained together throughout their whole career.
Coffin Born will be released on digipak CD (w/ 12-page booklet) and digital formats as well as vinyl in the following color variants:
180g Black (EU)
Silver Black Merged (EU – Ltd. 250)
“Royalty Metallic” Vintage Gold Marble (EU – Ltd. 250)
Find preorders at: metalblade.com/endseeker.
Coffin Born – Track Listing:
ENDSEEKER Live:
7/10/2026 M.U.R. Open Air – Königsee, DE
7/11/2026 Pure Fucking Metal FestEvil – Laberweinting, DE
7/24/2026 Burning Q – Osterholz-Scharmbeck, DE
11/06/2026 Club From Hell – Erfurt, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
11/07/2026 Live Music Hall – Weiher, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
11/13/2026 Helvetic – Oberhausen, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
11/14/2026 Urban Spree – Berlin, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
11/27/2026 LA Cham – Cham, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
11/28/2026 Backstage – München, DE w/ Milking The Goatmachine
12/12/2026 Knust – Hamburg, DE w/ Stillbirth, Slaughterday
ENDSEEKER:
Lenny Osterhus – vocals
Ben Liepelt – guitar
Jury Kowalczyk – guitar
Torsten Eggert – bass
André Kummer – drums
https://www.instagram.com/endseeker_official
https://www.facebook.com/endseekermusic
https://endseeker.bandcamp.com/music
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Stream STORMKEEPER’s “Imperious Sanguine Eroticism” HERE: https://linktr.ee/vesperian#548877761
Colorado black metallers STORMKEEP will release their The Nocturnes Of Iswylm full-length on June 12th via Vesperian.
Founded in Denver in 2017, STORMKEEP has become one of the spearheads of contemporary symphonic black metal. From the beginning, the band’s work has been defined by a clear sense of identity: melodic, atmospheric, and rooted in the genre’s classic tradition, while shaped by their own fantasy-driven world and narrative approach.
Their first official release, the Galdrum EP, arrived in 2020 and quickly established STORMKEEP as a band with a distinctive vision. One year later, their debut album Tales Of Othertime expanded that world further, earning the band strong recognition within the international black metal underground and placing them among the most notable new names in the field.
Now signed to Vesperian, STORMKEEP returns with their second full-length album, The Nocturnes Of Iswylm. Continuing the story first opened on Tales Of Othertime, the record further develops the band’s self-described black metal symphonia: a blend of grandeur, medieval atmosphere, and fantastical storytelling, carried by precise songwriting and a strong sense of place.
Produced by the band together with Michael Zech, known for his work with Secrets Of The Moon, Dark Fortress, and The Ruins Of Beverast, and mastered by Arthur Rizk, whose credits include Blood Incantation, Power Trip, and Worm, The Nocturnes Of Iswylmpresents STORMKEEP’s vision with clarity and depth.
The cover artwork was created by Simon Bisley, whose unmistakable visual language adds another striking layer to the world of the album. Additional extensive artwork was created by Valnoir, known for his work with Ulver, Paradise Lost, Amorphis, and more.
Following the late March release of the first single, “Carnal Tapestries Of Nailtorn Flesh,” STORMKEEP delivers their second single, “Imperious Sanguine Eroticism.” It offers another view into The Nocturnes Of Iswylm and underlines the band’s position at the forefront of modern symphonic black metal: traditional in spirit, carefully crafted, and fully committed to the world they have built.
Stream STORMKEEP’s “Imperious Sanguine Eroticism” HERE.
The Nocturnes Of Iswylm will be released on standard CD, limited edition cassette (300 copies only available through mailorder, Bandcamp, and the Vesperian webstore), limited CD box (feat. digipak CD, double-sided poster, 4 x photo cards, and 20-page booklet w/ additional art), and digital formats as well as vinyl w/ booklet and extensive artwork in the following color variants:
Black
Violet (EU – Ltd. 500)
Dark Green Ripple (EU – Ltd. 700)
Green (US – Ltd. 500)
Blue Marble (US – Ltd. 700)
Color-In-Color (Bandcamp Europe + Vesperian Webstore Exclusive – Ltd. 300)
Galaxy 2 color (Bandcamp North America Exclusive – Ltd. 300)
Find preorders at THIS LOCATION.
The Nocturnes Of Iswylm Track Listing:
STORMKEEP:
Otheyn Vermithrax – vocals, guitar, keyboards, drums
Apokteino – guitar
Nebula Husk – bass
Lord Dahthar – keyboards
https://www.instagram.com/stormkeepofficial
https://stormkeep-odl.bandcamp.com/music
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Chicago (IL) – After a decade in the void, Ditheist return with Cosmic Liar. A relentless, blasphemous onslaught of precision riffing, feral intensity, and abyssal atmosphere that proves some forces only grow darker with time.
Cosmic Liar will be released on June 6, on all digital platforms. Videos for the album’s first two singles are out now. Dive right in at the links that follow!
“Evil To Live” (Lyric Video): youtu.be/xJliI7maKDE
“Nyarlathotep” (Official Video): youtu.be/NldX7kYg51E
Critics and underground outlets highlighted Ditheist‘s ability to channel classic death metal aggression while maintaining a tight, modern execution and a clearly defined sonic personality.
With themes ranging from existential dread to dark humor and social commentary, Ditheist operates as a relentless force in the underground, carrying forward a legacy of intensity, precision, and unapologetic extremity.
Forged in silence and unleashed in fury, Cosmic Liar is Ditheist at their most vicious, an unrelenting descent into blasphemy, chaos, and cosmic dread where every riff hits like a hammer from the abyss
FFO: Decide, Vader, Morbid Angel
Pre-order Cosmic Liar:
ditheist.bandcamp.com/album/cosmic-liar
Track Listing:
1. Cosmic Liar
2. Evil To Live
3. Kill The Priest
4. Nyarlathotep
5. Apoplectic Delirium
6. Covenant Ov Torture
7. Mouth Of Hell
8. Singularity
Album Credits:
Matt ‘Chesterfields’ Wright – Vocals, Lyrics
Konrad Lysak – Guitar, Lyrics
Brian Frost – Guitar, Bass
Narcyz Fortuna – Drums
Guest Appearances:
Briant Daniel – Guitar Solo on Nyarlathotep, Covent Ov Torture.
Thomas Moore – Oud intro on Nyarlathotep.
Mad Chad Chanfieled – Irish Low Whistle Intro on Nyarlathotep.
Recorded, Mixed & Mastered by Chris Wisco, Belle City Sound, Racine, WI.
Album Production: Chris Wisco/Konrad Lysak.
All music by Konrad Lysak/Narcyz Fortuna.
Lyrics by Matt “Chesterfields” Wright/Konrad Lysak.
BIO:
Ditheist was formed in 2006 in Chicago, Illinois, emerging from the underground with a singular goal: pure, unfiltered death metal destruction. Their 2008 debut EP Seduction of Demons quickly gained traction through strong reviews and airplay, establishing the band as a serious force within the scene.
Forged by founding members Konrad Lysak, Narcyz Fortuna, and John Gunerka, Ditheist refined their sound through years of relentless writing and lineup evolution, including the addition of vocalist Luke Voelz in 2014. Their full-length assault Eternity of Nothingness was unleashed in 2015, later releasing additional physical releases, and drew heavily from the ferocity and precision of genre pillars such as Atheist, Decapitated, Behemoth, and Vader.
Brutal, direct, and uncompromising, the record cemented Ditheist’s identity as a no-frills death metal entity, built on blast-driven percussion, razor-edged riffing, and cavernous vocals.
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Stream/Download Lament For The Hollow HERE: https://theeternal.rpm.link/lamentPR
With the previously-released Celestial EP laying a powerful foundation, Australian/Finnish dark progressive gothic metal collective THE ETERNAL return with a striking new chapter: an animated lyric video for their brand new single “Lament For The Hollow.” The track offers a first glimpse into their upcoming studio album Obscured Horizons, set for release on September 18th via Reigning Phoenix Music!
Following the widespread acclaim of their 2024 full-length Skinwalker and the evocative successor Celestial earlier this year, which was praised by fans and media alike for its melancholic atmospheres, doom-laden heaviness and progressive depth, the band now pushes forward with a composition that feels both expansive and deeply personal. First album single “Lament For The Hollow” opens with a grand, sweeping guitar harmony, unfolding into goosebump-inducing melodies and deeply moving vocals.
The accompanying cinematic animated video mirrors the song’s emotional intensity. Set against a stormy, restless high sea, it visually captures the track’s dark yet captivating atmosphere, both destructive and mesmerizing.
Mark Kelson (vocals, guitars) reveals: “Lament for the Hollow really come from a place of confronting that moment when everything you thought was solid – your identity, your direction – starts to fracture. I was exploring the idea of stripping away illusion, of recognising the voices and influences around you that aren’t real or honest, and having the strength to cut them off. Time is the ultimate truth-teller, eventually everything false gets washed away, whether you’re ready for it or not. The recurring imagery of waves and erasure ties into that cleansing force, but it’s not gentle, it’s destructive, almost violent. ‘Lament For The Hollow’ is about facing fear, selfdoubt, and betrayal, and what happens when people allow themselves to be consumed by emptiness or led astray. It’s both a warning and a kind of catharsis. In a way ‘Lament For The Hollow’ is an anthem for the disenchanted, disillusioned and disenfranchised.”
Stream/Download “Lament For The Hollow”:
https://theeternal.rpm.link/lamentPR
Watch the video clip premiering here:
With Mark Kelson (vocals/guitars) and Richie Poate (guitars) in Melbourne, joined by Niclas Etelävuori (bass, ex-AMORPHIS/FLAT EARTH) and Jan Rechberger (drums, AMORPHIS) in Helsinki, THE ETERNAL have solidified themselves as a truly international collaboration. Their music resonates with fans of acts such as KATATONIA, SWALLOW THE SUN, and ANATHEMA – dark yet luminous, heavy yet emotionally transcendent!
Further album details and new singles will be unveiled in the weeks ahead. The band’s latest EP, Celestial, was released in January through Reigning Phoenix Music and is available digitally and as a limited, eco-friendly recycled vinyl LP edition.
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French melodic heavy/power metal band Kingcrown return with “Lost Horizon“, the first single taken from their forthcoming album Moonfall, due for release on September 4th, 2026, via Rockshots Records.
Following the strong reception of “Nova Atlantis“, the band opens a new chapter with a track that immediately reinforces their identity while expanding the narrative framework introduced in previous releases.
“Lost Horizon” serves as a direct sequel to “Endless Journey“, continuing a storyline rooted in time distortion and speculative fiction. The track follows a WWII B-17 pilot suddenly caught in a temporal vortex and propelled into the year 2045, merging amazing storytelling with a tightly constructed heavy/power metal framework.
Musically, the single is driven by fast-paced riffing, dynamic vocal delivery, and an anthemic, hook-oriented chorus, balancing immediacy with structural precision. The band’s approach remains firmly grounded in the European heavy/power metal tradition. At the same time, the production handled by Kingcrown and refined through mixing and mastering by Simone Mularoni (Domination Studio) delivers clarity, weight, and definition across the entire sonic spectrum.
LISTEN: https://lnk.to/4mhjvC
VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJjlw2AZuPs
Founded by brothers Jo Amore (vocals) and David Amore (drums), former members of Nightmare, Kingcrown have progressively built a cohesive and recognizable identity within the European metal landscape. The current lineup – Jo Amore, David Amore, Sébastien Chabot (bass), Bob Saliba (guitars) and Ced Legger (guitars) – continues to operate with a strong sense of continuity, a key factor in the band’s increasingly focused sound.
With Moonfall, Kingcrown further develops a conceptual direction centered on dystopian themes, technological evolution and the fragility of human existence. Within this context, “Lost Horizon” stands as a fundamental entry point, introducing both the narrative scope and the sonic approach that define the album.
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For Fans of: Iron Maiden, Helloween, Gamma Ray, Symphony X, Powerwolf
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Spanish black metal/punk force PVRGATORII is set to release a new EP, “Profane Rites For Cursed Times”, on May 29, 2026 through Night Terrors Records. Marking a significant new chapter in the band’s trajectory, the record will be issued as a strictly limited edition: a one-sided 12″ black vinyl with OBI strip, double-sided insert and an extensive 16-page fanzine entirely dedicated to the band, limited to 100 copies.
The first single “Hermetik Axis” is now streaming HERE.
Far from being a mere accessory, the accompanying fanzine stands as a crucial extension of the release itself. Across sixteen pages, it delves deep into PVRGATORII’s world, tracing the band’s history, exploring the Barcelona underground that shaped them, documenting their approach to instrumentation, and offering a broader insight into the ethos that fuels their work. It is both a document and a statement, reinforcing the physical and cultural weight of the release in an increasingly intangible musical landscape.
Formed in Barcelona in 2018, PVRGATORII have consistently defined their sound as “Black Metal ov Death,” a volatile fusion of raw black metal abrasion, punk urgency, and noise-laden hostility. Yet their approach deliberately resists contemporary trends: while rooted in aggression and immediacy, their music avoids the swagger and looseness often associated with black’n’roll. Instead, “Profane Rites For Cursed Times” remains steeped in a sinister, malevolent atmosphere, where tension is never released into levity and every element serves a darker purpose.
Following their debut album “Con Las Uñas Clavadas En La Cara De Dios” (2021) and the subsequent “Marching Through Thee Night Guided by a Black Fire” (2024), this new EP sharpens the band’s identity even further. It is a concise yet forceful statement, where the most unsettling aspects of black metal and punk converge without compromise, resulting in a sound that feels both immediate and deeply corrosive.
With “Profane Rites For Cursed Times”, PVRGATORII reaffirm their commitment to a vision that is as uncompromising as it is distinct, one that rejects dilution, embraces extremity and continues to evolve on its own terms.
Track list:
I. Key To Thee Temple
II. Dystopian Flesh Arise
III. Hermetik Axis
IV. A Broken Seal For Final Capitalism Collapse
Line-up:
Darth Dvnkel: Six Strinx & Black Spells
L’Ombra: War Drums & Death Bells
Recorded by L’Ombra at the infamous Dvngeon of Llull in early December 2025
Front cover by CVSPE & L’Ombra
Logo by L’Ombra
Layout by CVSPE
PVRGATORII:
https://www.instagram.com/_pvrgatorii/
https://pvrgatorii.bandcamp.com/
Night Terrors Records:
https://night-terrors-records.net/
https://night-terrors-records.bandcamp.com/
https://www.instagram.com/night_terrors_records/
https://www.facebook.com/p/Night-Terrors-Records-100088326873332/
“Gore Nest” is the new single from New Jersey deathcore outfit NIGHTS OF MALICE. The band’s latest bruiser comes by way of their punishing Chaos Exordium full-length, set to drop on June 4th through Bleeding Art Collective and Blood Blast Distribution (Nuclear Blast Records/Believe).
Comments vocalist Brendan McGrath, “‘Gore Nest’ is super bouncy and fun. It still maintains the sonically heavy tone of the album, but it brings a different kind of energy than the rest of the songs. That’s why the video was a party! It’s also the first time [guitarist] Josh [Kuhn] has written with us. Even before he became an official member, we wanted him to have a solo on the record since we’d been jamming with him for a long time already. This is also the second song I’ve written about DOOM lore. The last one, ‘Void Bearer’ (2021) was about the Icon Of Sin. ‘Gore Nest’ is about Hell’s invasion of Earth from an overall perspective.”
Watch NIGHTS OF MALICE’s “Gore Nest” video, directed by Eric DiCarlo of SquareUp Studios, HERE.
Watch the band’s previously released video for “Ex-Mortis” HERE.
With a sound that is synonymous with razor sharp technical death metal riffing, monolithic groove, and rapid-fire vocal phrasing, as is signature with acts such as Psycroptic, Whitechapel, Aborted, and Archspire, NIGHTS OF MALICE is a triumphant example of the quality of acts that have emerged from the Garden State scene.
Chaos Exordium – Track Listing:
Since the band’s inception, the band has worked with the outstanding team of Carson Slovak and Grant McFarland at Atrium Audio, who have produced albums from bands such as Black Crown Initiate, August Burns Red, Rivers Of Nihil, The Ghost Inside, and many more. NIGHTS OF MALICE has once again teamed up with Atrium Audio for Chaos Exordium.
“The whole album started to really come together once we wrote [lead single] ‘Ex-Mortis,” reflects McGrath on the creation of Chaos Exordium. “We felt like that was the song that fully encompassed the current era of our sound and from there, it was easier to pick and choose which of our ideas were going to be on the album, to sort of map out the pacing of it.”
“Our goal was to make the heaviest, most intense NIGHTS OF MALICE album ever. We’ve experimented with our sound in a lot of different ways, but one thing we all agree on is that we are at our best when we’re riffing all over the place. Our writing process always starts with guitar, so it comes naturally to us most of the time.”
“For the production,” he continues, “we knew we were going to go back to Atrium. We love working with Grant and Carson; we’ve been working with them for ten years now. They have always been an integral part of bringing our vision to life and they’ve given us our best sounding mix yet. It’s a very guitar-heavy mix since the riffs are the driving force behind this record.”
Chaos Exordium features album artwork created by Andriy Tkalenko and guest vocals by Bobby Yagodich of Verminoth on “Stitched” and Chaney Crabb of Entheos on “Riches To The Conjuror.”
Stand by for preorders to be announced in the weeks to come.
NIGHTS OF MALICE Chaos & Misery Tour w/ My Own Will:
6/04/2026 Dingbatz – Clifton, NJ
6/05/2026 Capital City Music Hall – Harrisburg, PA
6/06/2026 Lurking Class Skate Shop – Salisbury, MD
6/09/2026 Growlers – Memphis, TN
6/10/2026 Cobra – Nashville, TN
6/11/2026 The Brickyard – Marietta, GA
6/12/2026 The Reverb Room – Warner Robins, GA
6/13/2026 My Sisters House – Orlando, FL
6/14/2026 Oscura – Bradenton, FL
6/16/2026 Propaganda – Lake Worth, FL
6/17/2026 Hard Love – Jacksonville, FL
6/18/2026 Handlebar – Pensacola, FL
6/19/2026 Ground Zero – Spartanburg, SC
6/20/2026 Riffhouse Pub – Chesapeake, VA
NIGHTS OF MALICE:
Joe Capasso – drums
Xavier Quiles – guitars
Brendan McGrath – vocals
Josh Kuhn – guitars
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https://www.instagram.com/nightsofmalice
https://youtube.com/@nightsofmalicemusic
https://www.bleedingartcollective.com
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Accept Teutonic Titans 1976-2026 – Release date: September 4th, 2026
1. Fast as a Shark – feat. Phil Anselmo, Kirk Hammett, Billy Sheehan, Mikkey Dee, Harmonie Musik Hindelang
2. Balls to the Wall – feat. Rob Halford, Matthias Jabs, Rex Brown, Jason Bowld
3. Aiming High – feat. Chuck Billy, Gary Holt, David Ellefson, Christopher Williams
4. Run If You Can – feat. Todd La Torre, Ola Englund, Chuck Garric, Roy Mayorga
5. Hellhammer – feat. Jason McMaster, Zeuss, Phil Shouse, Christopher Williams
6. Metal Heart – feat. Dino Jelusick, Joel Hoekstra, Ava Rebekah Rahman, Jason Bowld
7. Losers and Winners – feat. Hansi Kürsch, Paul Gilbert, Chuck Garric, Tommy Aldridge
8. Save Us – feat. Tobias Forge, Frank Bello, Ray Luzier
9. Up to the Limit – feat. John Bush, Alex Skolnick, Rudy Sarzo, Shannon Larkin
10. Wrong is Right – feat. Ralf Scheepers, John Norum, Ken Mary
11. Starlight – feat. Joseph Michael, Phil Demmel, Michael Cartellone
12. Fight It Back – feat. Mark Lopes, Bumblefoot, Billy Sheehan, Shawn Drover
15. Demons Night – feat. Bobby Blitz, Andy Sneap, David Ellefson, Ray Luzier
16. T.V. War – feat. Joe Lynn Turner, Fredrik Åkesson, Rudy Sarzo, Ken Mary
17. London Leatherboys – feat. Sebastian Bach, Rex Brown, Shawn Drover
18. Monsterman – feat. Jeff Scott Soto, Jeff Loomis, Rudy Sarzo, Michael Cartellone
19. Restless and Wild – feat. Chris Jericho, K. K. Downing, Billy Sheehan, Ray Luzier
ACCEPT website: https://www.acceptworldwide.com/
KERRY KING is giving fans more. The iconic SLAYER songwriter/guitarist is releasing an Extended Deluxe Edition of his acclaimed debut solo album From Hell I Rise via Reigning Phoenix Music on June 19, 2026, expanding the record with five previously unheard demos and new visual elements, including cover artwork by James Bousema and a revamped layout with additional photos.
The demos offer a rare window into King’s creative process, complete with scratch vocal performances by Kerry. Something that he’s been doing for many years, and it’s never been heard outside the studio, until now.
Accompanying the Extended Deluxe Edition is the earbook, an essential for fans and collectors. Limited to only 666 copies worldwide, the earbook includes 2 LPs, a live CD, and a live Blu-ray of the band’s first ever show at Reggies Chicago. The earbook is exclusive to Reigning Phoenix Music, available for mailorder in Europe and the US.
Pre-order From Hell I Rise: Extended Deluxe Edition HERE!
From Hell I Rise – Line-Up:
Kerry King: Guitar
Paul Bostaph: Drums
Kyle Sanders: Bass
Phil Demmel: Guitar
Mark Osegueda: Vocals
From Hell I Rise: Deluxe 2 Year Anniversary Tracklist:
01 – Diablo
02 – Where I Reign
03 – Residue
04 – Idle Hands
05 – Trophies Of The Tyrant
06 – Crucifixation
07 – Tension
08 – Everything I Hate About You
09 – Toxic
10 – Two Fists
11 – Rage
12 – Shrapnel
13 – From Hell I Rise
14 – Crucifixation (Demo Kerry King Vocals)
15 – From Hell I Rise (Demo Kerry King Vocals)
16 – Two Fists (Demo Kerry King Vocals)
17 – Rage (Demo Kerry King Vocals)
18 – Trophies Of The Tyrant (Demo Kerry King Vocals)
Connect With KERRY KING:
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Pennsylvania noise and grunge trio BOOZEWA will make their long awaited West Coast debut this July, bringing their loud, heavy, and unmistakably strange sound across California, Washington, Oregon, Arizona, and Utah.
Formed in 2020, BOOZEWA features Jessica Baker on bass and vocals, Rylan Caspar on guitar and vocals, and mRc on drums. The trio draws from a sonic lineage that includes KARP, MELVINS, SONIC YOUTH, and SWANS, delivering a sound that is both punishing and unpredictable. The band includes former members of BACKWOODS PAYBACK and a current member of ALL ELSE FAILED.
Operating fully DIY through their own DeepRest Records imprint, BOOZEWA has released five records, singles, and EPs. Their latest release, a split with NOWHERE, is available now on 12 inch vinyl. The band has also worked in the studio with TAD DOYLE of TAD.
Known for their intense live performances, BOOZEWA has previously toured with THE OBSESSED, SUPLECS, CKY, AMIGO THE DEVIL, and COMA HOLE. This upcoming run marks a major milestone as they finally bring their sound to fans who have been asking for West Coast dates for years.
The band states they are excited to finally get out west and connect with those who have been waiting. Each show will feature hand picked regional acts.
BOOZEWA July West Coast Tour:
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The end draws nearer for SPIRIT ADRIFT. Following the release of their critically acclaimed sixth and final album Infinite Illumination, the band will make their last live appearances this spring as part of the Decibel Tour, stepping in to replace Fulci. These newly announced dates will mark the final opportunity for fans to witness the band’s towering live presence, a fitting farewell for one of modern metal’s most revered acts.
Says SPIRIT ADRIFT mastermind Nate Garrett: “We’re sorry to hear that our friends in Fulci are unable to make it to the States for the Decibel Tour.”
“But we’re honored to step in on short notice and make this happen. Since we announced the end of Spirit Adrift, a lot of y’all have been clamoring for a farewell tour, so here you go. Decibel Magazine has always been so supportive of Spirit Adrift, so this was an offer we simply could not refuse. We’re psyched to be the black sheep of the tour, old school doom/heavy metal smack in the middle of a powerhouse lineup of incredible death metal bands.”
“We’ll be playing songs from our new (and final) album Infinite Illumination, as well as highlights of the back catalog. Hopefully we’ll see some of you long time Spirit Adrift fans out there, and maybe we can even win over the more extreme metal fans. We’ll definitely be breaking our necks to ‘Slit Your Guts’ with y’all every night. Can’t wait!”
Released via 20 Buck Spin, Infinite Illumination stands as a powerful closing statement, capturing the urgency, emotional weight, and unmistakable voice that defined SPIRIT ADRIFT over the past decade. Helmed by Garrett, the album channels raw intensity and hard-earned perspective into a collection of songs that feel both deeply personal and universally resonant. From crushing doom-laden riffs to soaring, soul-stirring melodies, it’s a record that embodies both culmination and catharsis.
Track-list:
Purchase tickets for the Decibel Tour: https://www.decibelmagazine.com/events/tour/
Infinite Illumination is available digitally now. Gatefold LP and CD editions will be released May 15th. Pre-order here: https://www.20buckspin.com/spiritadrift
The album has already drawn widespread acclaim, with Blabbermouth calling it “their greatest album” and “one of the most emotionally super-charged farewells in heavy music,” while Pitchfork hailed it as “triumph of melodic, soul-stirring, profoundly heavy metal.” As their final chapter unfolds, these last performances promise to be as unforgettable as the legacy they leave behind.
Infinite Illumination is available now on all digital platforms, with gatefold LP and CD editions arriving May 15th. Don’t miss your chance to experience SPIRIT ADRIFT one last time on the Decibel Tour.
Stream Infinite Illumination: Youtube Bandcamp | Spotify | Apple Music
Follow SPIRIT ADRIFT:
Website | Instagram |Bandcamp | Spotify | Apple Music
Rising death metal force Sanaga will take the stage at SONUM Fest 2026 on May 16th as part of the three‑day festival running May 15–17. The event, hosted in Quebec City at Studio Sonum (25 Bigaouette), is known for showcasing some of the most intense and innovative acts in heavy music. This performance marks one of Sanaga’s first official live appearances.
Festival details:
Event page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/939013391997631
Sanaga recently unleashed their debut single, “The Godslayer’s Oath”, mixed and mastered by Jeff Dagenais (Kataklysm). The track serves as the band’s explosive introduction to the Canadian metal scene. Formed in late 2026, Sanaga unites long‑time friends and seasoned musicians driven by a shared passion for fast, melodic, aggressive, and evocative metal inspired by Death, Slayer, Amon Amarth, and Dark Tranquillity.
“The Godslayer’s Oath” was the natural choice for Sanaga’s first release. As the earliest song the band fully rehearsed together, it quickly became their most complete and polished composition. Musically, it captures the full spectrum of Sanaga’s sound, death metal fused with thrash energy and sharpened by touches of black metal.
Lyrically, the track introduces listeners to the band’s myth‑driven universe, telling the story of a void‑born entity created for one purpose: to slay gods and annihilate their realms. Whether interpreted as an anti‑religious statement or a brutal fantasy narrative, the single sets the tone for Sanaga’s bold, storytelling focused approach.
Though newly formed, Sanaga’s members are no strangers to the Quebec metal scene, with active roles in projects such as Meet The Mailman, Foxy Queen, Devil’s Trill, and Warriors of the North. Their combined experience fuels a tight, high‑energy sound and a no‑nonsense writing process.
The single’s artwork reflects the band’s name, drawn from the Sanaga River in Cameroon, a symbol of life, death, and myth. Its dark, foreboding landscape and towering god‑slaying figure visually echo the themes explored in the music.
Following their SONUM Fest performance, Sanaga will continue preparing for additional live dates and will return to the studio to record their second release. With a defined sound and a clear creative vision, the band is poised to make a powerful impact on the death metal landscape.
Listen to “The Godslayer’s Oath” at the following links:
Add to your Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/track/1rzjY98YzjOizn5gLwmpxO
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xU9Vmcpj_Q
More info:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585662054767
https://www.instagram.com/sanaga666/
Source: ASHER MEDIA RELATIONS
Kenyon Records is proud to announce the deluxe 2026 edition of Punk Rock Fiesta! from Love/Hate, arriving May 1, 2026. This release also marks a major milestone for the label, as Kenyon Records officially partners with Select-O-Hits for physical distribution across the United States and the UK.
The first title in this new partnership is the latest edition of Love/Hate’s explosive comeback album, Punk Rock Fiesta! – a record that has already made serious noise, landing in the Top 20 Albums of 2025 as voted by readers of Sleaze Roxx.
Featuring original vocalist Jizzy Pearl, long time guitarist Darren Householder, drummer Dave Moreno (Bruce Dickinson), and bassist Christian Kimmett (Warrior Soul), Punk Rock Fiesta! delivers an infectious dose of high-energy sleaze metal driven by memorable hooks, soaring melodies, and gritty riffs. Punk Rock Fiesta!injects a punk attitude without sacrificing the unmistakable sleaze metal sound that defines Love/Hate.
The album features standout video singles “You’re Gonna Burn” and “Over The Edge,” showcasing the band’s signature mix of grit, hooks, attitude and outstanding guitar work from virtuoso Darren Householder.
The 2026 deluxe CD edition is strictly limited to 500 hand-numbered copies and comes housed in a jewel case within a deluxe slipcase, complete with an exclusive poster, built for collectors and diehards.
Amazon CD Pre-Order:
Watch “You’re Gonna Burn” (Official Video) HERE
Punk Rock Fiesta! (Deluxe 2026 Edition) is available for pre-order now at your favorite retail outlets nationwide.
TRACK-LISTING:
Source: Kenyon Records
UK doom metal titans GODTHRYMM are pleased to present their latest single, “The Sun Never Fell.” The track comes off the band’s superb third album, Projections, set for release on May 29th via Profound Lore Records.
Projections completes the band’s Visions Trilogy which began with their 2020 debut, Reflections, followed by 2023’s Distortions full-length. Since the release of Reflections, GODTHRYMM has been recognized as the new emerging band from the UK to bring back the glorious aura of early-mid ‘90s UK doom metal, most notably formulated by the Paceville Three (My Dying Bride, Paradise Lost, Anathema).
Considering GODTHRYMM was formed and is helmed by UK doom metal veteran Hamish Glencross (formerly of My Dying Bride, Vallenfyre, and Solstice) and features doom metal drummer extraordinaire Shaun Taylor-Steels (formerly of My Dying Bride, Anathema, and Solstice), that classic UK doom metal DNA has already been implemented within the sonic fabric of GODTHRYMM.
Projections builds upon the cornerstones of Distortions. Now with an expanded lineup which includes keyboardist and co-vocalist Catherine Glencross, bassist Bob Crolla, and new second guitarist Kris McLaughin, Projections is GODTHRYMM’s most layered, varied, and complex release yet, all while still upholding the colossal emotionally charged heavy doom backbone that has defined the core of the band’s sound. Projections is also the band’s most aggressive album to date.
Offer Glencross on today’s single, “We present ‘The Sun Never Fell’ as our second single from Projections, as it showcases the more grandiose epic sound of the band full of vocal harmonies, layer upon layer of instrumentation and massive riffs. The song strives to shine light through crushing darkness, with hope leading out of despair.”
Stream GODTHRYMM’s “The Sun Never Fell” HERE.
Watch GODTHRYMM’s previously released video for “Truth In My Own” HERE.
Projections includes guest vocals from original English Dogs vocalist Adie Bailey and Xentrix vocalist Jay Walsh on “Trenches Deep.” Additionally, now former My Dying Bride vocalist Aaron Stainthorpe appears on “Endure My Skin,” reuniting once again with his former My Dying Bride bandmates Glencross and Steels.
This time the iconic vocalist takes center stage for the bulk of the track, whereas on Distortions, Stainthorpe provided more of a spoken word segment on the track “Follow Me”.
Projections was recorded at various stages throughout the last year at different studios with Andy Hawkins and Glencross at the helm. Cover art was done by Mitchell Nolte.
Projections will be release on CD, LP, and digital formats. Find all preorders HERE.
Projections Track Listing:
GODTHRYMM:
Hamish Glencross – vocals, guitars
Shaun Taylor-Steels – drums
Bob Crolla – bass
Catherine Glencross – keyboards, vocals
Kris McLaughlin – guitars
https://www.instagram.com/godthrymm
https://profoundlorerecords.com
Source: EARSPLIT PR
HELLS BELLS FESTIVAL
26-27 June 2026
Plac Gryfitów, Łasztownia
Three winners to join the billing; Important schedule update for the live final in Szczecin
Hells Bells Festival has opened the public voting phase for the Hit The Bell band contest. With hundreds of applications arriving from around the world, the festival is now handing over the power to fans to help decide which acts will join the 2026 lineup on the banks of the Oder River.
A total of three emerging bands will secure a spot at the debut edition. The selection process is as follows:
The festival has also announced that, due to technical reasons beyond the organisers’ control, the date for the “Hit The Bell” Grand Final at Dom Kultury Słowianin has been moved. The live showdown will now take place on Saturday, 30 May, with five finalists competing for the Jury Prize at one of Szczecin’s most iconic cultural venues.
The public voting phase is open until 4th May. Vote here: https://hellsbells.pl/hit-the-bell/
The “Hit The Bell” winners will join a line-up that covers heavy metal, punk, rock and extreme metal. Across three stages, the festival will deliver everything from the traditional heavy metal of the legendary Dirkschneider and Grave Digger to the extreme of Possessed, Vader, NunSlaughter, and Dead Congregation. The thrash metal contingent is bolstered by the technical assault of Gama Bomb and the legendary Frank Blackfire, while the fuzz-drenched riffage of Belzebong provides a stoner-doom counterpoint.
The punk and hardcore legacy of Discharge, UK Subs, Cockney Rejects, The Last Resort, and local icons The Analogs and Dezerter stands alongside the horrorcore energy of Słoń and the avant-garde darkness of Furia and Dola. Furthermore, the festival remains a vital platform for the new generation, showcasing the rising power of The Materia, The Stubs, Owls Woods Graves, Hamulec, My Own Abyss, Seks W Czasach Wojny, Pretensje, Drowned In Silver and Diving Stove.
As previously announced, the festival has entered its next pricing tier. This pool of tickets will be available only until 31 May 2026 (or until sold out): Full Weekend Pass (PLN 409), Friday Ticket (PLN 199), Saturday Ticket (PLN 229). The festival also continues to offer the discounted Youth Pass (ages 13-18) and Family Pass (adult with child under 13).
Secure your entry now: https://hellsbells.pl/
Hells Bells online:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/hellsbellsfestival
FB Event: https://fb.me/e/7cujCjrCo
IG: https://www.instagram.com/hellsbellsfestival
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellsbellsfestival
Official teaser: https://youtu.be/TybhrrUbNF4?si=s5V9NNRZ4t1JV499
Souls of Diotima are officially back, signaling the start of a mysterious and bold new chapter. The band is thrilled to announce the release of their brand-new single, “Run Away,” arriving on Friday, June 5th. The single serves as the first glimpse into “Arcade,” the band’s upcoming fifth studio album, set for worldwide release on October 2nd, 2026, via Diotima Records.
As previously hinted by the band, “Arcade” marks the beginning of a “new era.” Souls of Diotima have undergone a significant directional change, a bold evolution that the members have chosen to keep under wraps. The true nature of this sonic transformation will remain a secret until the first single officially drops.
To capture this new vision, the band headed to Sweden to record at the legendary Studio Bohus in Kungälv. The album was fully produced by Oscar Nilsson, Thomas “Plec” Johansson, and Mikko Viitala.
The visual identity of “Arcade” is just as striking, featuring cover art by Rhett Padersoo, which is being unveiled today alongside the official tracklist.
“Arcade” Track-list:
1. Warning!
2. Revenge
3. Deadline
4. Black Rose
5. Run Away
6. Time is a Flame
7. A Child
8. Senza Rancore
9. Head Up, Guard Up
10. Cage
11. Nocturnal Vibe
https://linktr.ee/soulsofdiotimaofficial
Source: Diotima Records Music Management Ltd.
Vio-lence is set to return to the global stage with their Summer 2026 tour, “Eruption of Screams.” Kicking off on July 20 in Gdańsk and July 21 in Warsaw, Poland, opening for Biohazard. As a pioneering Bay Area thrash band that emerged in the late 1980s, Vio-lence built a reputation for their aggressive sound and influential releases, helping define the genre’s intensity and edge.
The tour marks another chapter in the band’s legacy as they bring their high-energy performances across Europe, the United Kingdom, Russia and Asia, including a return to Brutal Assault, where they previously performed in 2022.
“We’re excited to get back to Europe and the UK, and visit Russia, China, Japan, Taipei and South Korea for the first time.” — Sean Killian
The run will include select dates alongside fellow FM Music Management artists, including Armored Saint, Cutthroat, and Angelus Apatrida. Following the European and UK leg, the tour will continue through Russia and multiple stops across Asia, ultimately concluding on August 28 in Seoul, South Korea.
The current lineup features founding frontman Sean Killian, guitarists Ira Black (Dio Disciples, Metal Church, Lizzy Borden) and Claudeous Creamer (Possessed), bassist Jeff Salgado (Psychosomatic), and drummer Nick Souza (Hatriot), all of who have been performing with Vio-lence across multiple recent tours.
Vio-lence is set to release new music in 2027.
Tour Dates:
20/07/26 – Gdańsk, PL – B90
21/07/26 – Warsaw, PL – Progresja
24/07/26 – Porto, PT – Hard Club
25/07/26 – Lisbon, PT – República de Música
28/07/26 – Antwerp, BE – Kid’s
29/07/26 – Plymouth, UK – The Depo
30/07/26 – London, UK – The Underworld
31/07/26 – Bridgwater, UK – The Cobblestones
01/08/26 – Preston, UK – Blitz
02/08/26 – Dublin, IE – Grand Social
03/08/26 – Belfast, NI – The Limelight
04/08/26 – Glasgow, UK – Audio
05/08/26 – Cardiff, UK – The Globe
07/08/26 – Jaroměř, CZ – Brutal Assault (Festival)
08/08/26 – Vienna, AT – Viper Room
09/08/26 – Munich, DE – Backstage
12/08/26 – Košice, SK – Colosseum
13/08/26 – Salzburg, AT – Rockhouse
14/08/26 – Zabok, HR – Cuk Regenerator
Russia & Asia:
16/08/26 – Moscow, RU – Pravda Club
17/08/26 – Saint Petersburg, RU – Kosmonavt
20/08/26 – Shanghai – Cave Art Venue
21/08/26 – Wuhan – Three Live
22/08/26 – Tianjin – Liu Li Space
23/08/26 – Taipei – Pipe Live House
24/08/26 – Tokyo – Koenji High
25/08/26 – Tokyo – Koenji High
28/08/26 – Seoul – JS Art Hall
More dates TBA.
For more information, visit Vio-lence’s official social media pages: Instagram (@vio_lence_official) and Facebook (Vio-lence).
ANVIL play songs from their first 3 albums only: Hard N Heavy, Metal On Metal, and Forged In Fire.
ANVIL Pounding The Past 2026 – North America Tour Dates With Midnite Hellion As Support:
June 03 – Syracuse, NY – The Song & Dance
June 04 – Lakewood, OH – The Foundry
June 05 – Chicago, IL – WC Social Club
June 06 – St Louis, MO – Off Broadway
June 07 – Lawrence, KS – Bottleneck
June 10 – Austin, TX – Come And Take It Live
June 12 – El Paso, TX – Rockhouse
June 13 – Tucson, AZ – Club Congress
June 14 – Las Vegas, NV – The Tuscanny
June 17 – San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick
June 18 – Los Angeles, CA – The Moroccan Lounge
June 19 – Palmdale, CA – Transplants Brewing
June 20 – Santa Rosa, CA – Arlene Francis Center
June 21 – Sacramento, CA – Cafe Colonial
June 24 – Portland, OR – Dante’s
June 25 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
June 26 – Chilliwack, BC – The Chill House
June 27 – Vancouver, BC – Astoria
June 28 – Victoria, BC – The Phoenix
July 01 – Calgary, AB – Palomino
July 02 – Edmonton, AB – The Dive Bar
July 03 – Saskatoon, SK – Black Cat Tavern
July 05 – Winnipeg, MB – The Park Theatre
July 08 – Minneapolis, MN – 7th St Entry
July 09 – Madison, WI – Crucible
July 10 – Indianapolis, IN – Black Circle
July 11 – Toledo, OH – Frankies Inner-City
Info: https://anviltour.com/
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