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PALE HORSE RITUAL – Release “Bloody Demon” | Diabolic Formation Out Nov. 28th Via Black Throne Productions

Posted in doom metal, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on September 14, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Under the canopy of a darkening forest, the album, Diabolic Formation is preparing to manifest in its final material form on November 28, 2025, via Black Throne Productions. As it’s arrival approaches, the Canadian stoner/doom/heavy psych outfit PALE HORSE RITUAL provide a further taste of what is to come with the new single, “Bloody Demon“. Listen HERE.

PALE HORSE RITUAL evoke the occult sound of the ’70s with a seductive yet deadly twist. An enticing rock ‘n’ roll spirit lies within “Bloody Demon”. Groove rhythms are accompanied with the band’s staple offering consisting of distortion, lashings of fuzz and a memorable hook. The electric opening riff soon settles into a fully immersive, rhythmic momentum that carries throughout the song’s duration. Its guitar-driven shadowy appeal doesn’t let up. 

Track Listing:

  1. Deflowered (5:58)
  2. Wickedness (5:03)
  3. Holy Lies (5:46)
  4. Save You (3:13)
  5. Bloody Demon (5:02)
  6. DED (6:50)
  7. A Beautiful End (6:55)

About PALE HORSE RITUAL:

Steeped in mysticism, PALE HORSE RITUAL create an spellcasting blend of doom, occult rock and vintage metal. Based out of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, the band formed in 2024 and their sound is driven by gritty vocals, sludgy riffs, and pounding rhythms that channel the spirit of 1970s heavy music with a modern, gothic edge. Following their alluring 2024 EP titled Enchantress, the quartet are preparing to unveil the full-length, Diabolic Formation on November 28, via Black Throne Productions. 

Line Up:
Paco (Bass/Vocals)
James Matheson (Lead Guitar)
Will Adams (Rhythm Guitar/Backing Vocals)
Jonah Santa-Barbara (Drums)

Guest Musicians:
Dom Valela – Keys, Vocals
Doom Valhalla – Italian Preacher

Album Credits:
Producer: Will Adams
Recording Studio: Green Mountain Ranch
Engineer: Will Adams at Tell Me About It… Records
Mastering: Zack Hollow at Z Hollow Studios
Mixing: Will Adams

Links:
Bandcamp: https://palehorseritual.bandcamp.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/palehorseritual/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PaleHorseRitualBand

Source: C Squared Music

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DEATH DEALER – Sign Worldwide Deal With Massacre Records | New Album “Reign Of Steel” Out In Early 2026

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on September 14, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Massacre Records is proud to announce the worldwide signing of US-based heavy metal powerhouse DEATH DEALER!

Known for their uncompromising blend of traditional heavy metal, speed, and power, DEATH DEALER have been setting stages ablaze around the globe since their inception. The band’s relentless energy, razor-sharp riffs, and soaring vocals have earned them a loyal following and cemented their place among the most exciting acts in today’s metal scene.

The upcoming studio album, titled “Reign Of Steel”, will be released in early 2026 via Massacre Records. Fans can expect a full-on assault of classic heavy metal fury, forged in steel and delivered with the trademark intensity that DEATH DEALER are known for.

The band comments: “Death Dealer is thrilled to have signed with Massacre Records as they have a long and storied career in high quality releases. We are very glad to have a new home for ‘Reign Of Steel’. The album signifies a strong and united front of our efforts, Power, some thrash and face melting heavy metal”. 

“Reign Of Steel is a crushing piece of metal delivered by a killer band“, adds Ross the Boss.

“We wrote this album while locked down in a covid fueled dystopian reality. It allowed us hours of quality time to focus on writing and recording perhaps our finest achievement yet as a band“, states Sean Peck.

“We spent countless hours crafting this album and are very excited to get it to everyone out there. I think it might even contain the longest continuous high scream recorded…“, enthuses Stu Marshall.

Massacre Records’ CEO Thomas Hertler comments: “We are proud to welcome Death Dealer to the Massacre Records family! The band’s all-star lineup and undeniable passion for true heavy metal make them a perfect fit for our roster. Their upcoming album ‘Reign Of Steel’ is a monster of a record that will thrill every fan of powerful, classic metal. The reign begins in 2026 and it will be glorious!“

Formed in 2012 by vocalist Sean Peck (Cage, The Three Tremors), legendary guitarist Ross “The Boss” Friedman (ex-Manowar, Ross the Boss Band), and guitarist Stu Marshall (ex-Dungeon, Empires of Eden), DEATH DEALER quickly established themselves as a force of pure steel. With the addition of world-class musicians Mike LePond (Symphony X) on bass and Steve Bolognese (ex-Into Eternity) on drums, the lineup represents a true all-star cast of heavy metal.

The band debuted with the acclaimed album War Master (2013), followed by Hallowed Ground (2015) and Conquered Lands (2020). Each release further solidified their reputation for powerful, uncompromising metal rooted in tradition yet brimming with modern fire.

Now, with their upcoming fourth album Reign Of Steel, DEATH DEALER are ready to unleash their most ambitious and crushing work to date, flying the flag of true heavy metal worldwide.

More details about Reign Of Steel, including cover artwork, tracklist, and the first single, will be revealed soon. Stay tuned for updates and prepare for battle, the reign begins in 2026!

DEATH DEALER – online:
https://www.facebook.com/deathdealerband/
https://www.instagram.com/deathdealerband/

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KING ULTRAMEGA Partners With Joe Satriani On New Single “Be Yourself” – A Heartfelt Tribute to Chris Cornell

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on September 14, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Alternative rock collective KING ULTRAMEGA, featuring members of ALICE IN CHAINS, ANTHRAX, MASTODON, and SOUNDGARDEN, have returned with a haunting instrumental rendition of the AUDIOSLAVE classic, “Be Yourself“. This new single release once again aims to celebrate Chris Cornell’s musical genius while raising funds and awareness for MusiCares. MusiCares is the Recording Academy’s nonprofit that provides mental health, addiction recovery, and emergency services to those in the music community. 

“Be Yourself” features legendary guitarist Joe Satriani on lead guitar, echoing vocalist Chris Cornell’s melodic motifs and building on the song’s phrasings. Though following in Cornell’s footsteps on a different instrument sounds like a tall order, Satriani rose to the challenge, proud to show his love for a fallen hero.

Expertly replicating the essence of the song with crystal-clear lead tones, tasteful vibrato, and subtle pedal effects, Satriani lets his guitar sing with all the passion and tenderness that the song’s lyrics originally conveyed. This loving instrumental homage proves that the message and power behind AUDIOSLAVE’s composition transcends words.

Watch the video HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tu2lIPEl6D0

Listen HERE: https://kingum.rpm.link/beyourselfYT

Satriani comments, “[Chris Cornell] was a brilliant vocalist and communicator. He often used his voice like an instrument, shaping the tone of his voice like a guitarist would finesse riffs and phrases. I took a deep dive into his magical sensibilities and came up with a multi-tracked guitar production approach that I felt would pay proper homage to his brilliance.”

The concept for an instrumental rendition of “Be Yourself” originated with the bassist, producer, and mastermind of KING ULTRAMEGA, Mark Menghi. As a producer, he envisioned a version of the song that deftly balanced the art of paying respect to the original, while also reimagining the song with a unique musical voice from Satriani. As a bassist, Menghi strove to keep the bass parts nearly identical to the original song, allowing Satriani the freedom to lend his own voice to the music. 

Renowned drummer Kenny Aronoff, who has been named one of the greatest drummers of all time by Rolling Stone magazine, and has toured and recorded with a who’s who of legendary artists such as THE ROLLING STONES, THE SMASHING PUMPKINS, PAUL MCCARTNEY, JOHN FOGERTY and many more, provides the laid-back, but emotionally-resonant groove of “Be Yourself”, laying the foundation with Menghi for Satriani’s melodies to shine.

Menghi comments, “I remember like it was yesterday, I was on a run through some crazy trail,  just zoning out and the original song came on through my headphones… as I was running, I remember hearing Chris sing ‘to be yourself is all that you can do’ it was like he was talking to me… then thought to myself ‘I can totally hear this as an instrumental a-la Satch style’… My hope is that whomever is listening to this song hears Chris over Joe’s guitar and understands that we are paying homage to Chris with our take on this tune.”

Aronoff comments, “I listened to ‘Be Yourself’ over and over again, absorbing the lyrics and the feel and vibe of this song, then I recorded my drums. Their recording had an emotional impact on me and that had a big effect on my performance.”

Connect with King Ultramega:

kingultramega.com | Apple Music | Spotify | Deezer | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok 

For more information please visit: www.musicares.org.

Source: C Squared Music

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