Haunt will be touring the United States w/ the great and powerful Intranced this coming Spring. Tickets now on sale for announced shows. More dates TBA. Ticket links in bio and story. SHRED TIL DEATH Art by @thejohngee
The Extraordinary Tour USA 2026 w/ Intranced
MARCH 14 • DENVER, CO • BLACK SKY BREWING MARCH 15 • OMAHA, NE • THE SYDNEY MARCH 18 • CUDHAY, WI – X-RAY ARCADE MARCH 19 • CHICAGO, IL • REGGIES w/ @viciousrumorsband MARCH 20 • INDIANAPOLIS, IN • BLACK CIRCLE MARCH 21 • COLUMBUS, OH • THE SPACEBAR MARCH 22 • PHILADELPHIA, PA – MILKBOY MARCH 24 • BROOKLYN, NY • THE WOOD SHOP MARCH 25 • BALTIMORE, MD • METRO GALLERY MARCH 26 • RALEIGH, NC • THE POUR HOUSE MARCH 27 • ASHEVILLE, NC • THE ODD MARCH 29 • LOUISVILLE, KY • PORTAL APRIL 4 • SIERRA VISTA, AZ • PC’s LOUNGE
Swedish glam metal torchbearers CRASHDÏET are back with their seventh studio album, Art of Chaos, set for release on May 8th via Ninetone Records. The band describes it as “the ten sleaziest tracks we’ve written in ages” – a high-voltage return to the raw attitude, big hooks, and filthy swagger that defined their early sound.
Packed with big choruses, razor-sharp riffs, and that signature CRASHDÏET punch, Art of Chaos marks a fresh chapter for the band while staying true to the spirit that built their legacy.
You can pre-order the album on CD/LP directly from our shop today.
Metalitalia.com, in collaboration with MC² Live and Live Club, is pleased to announce the first confirmations for the thirteenth edition of the Metalitalia Festival, set to take place on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September 2026 at the Live Club in Trezzo sull’Adda (Milan). As always, the event will be preceded by an exclusive Warm Up Party on Friday 25th September at the legendary Bloom in Mezzago, with full details to be revealed in the coming months.
True to tradition, the festival will once again offer a full-scale experience, featuring a rich musical programme packed with international acts and exclusive performances. Fans can also look forward to the ever-popular free meet & greets with all artists, a wide metal market, and the return of Metalitalia Ink, the area entirely dedicated to tattoo and body-art culture.
Below are the first bands confirmed for this edition:
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
Headlining the Saturday bill will be PARADISE LOST. It is a true honour for us to welcome a band that has shaped our tastes as listeners and written a defining chapter in European metal history. The pioneers of gothic metal for this occasion will present a special “by request” show, with a setlist chosen by the fans. Additional information about the voting system will be announced later.
Also performing on Saturday are AMENRA, one of the leading forces in the post-metal landscape. The Belgian collective typically cathartic and visceral performance is set to take on an even more monumental form within the Live Club.
Completing this first announcement are the Ukrainians 1914, one of the most compelling contemporary acts in the European extreme metal scene. Known for their dynamic fusion of black, death, and doom metal with their concept entirely rooted in World War I, they promise a deeply immersive live experience.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
Sunday’s headliners will be CORONER, the legendary Swiss techno-thrash formation now stronger than ever thanks to the widespread acclaim of their impressive comeback album Dissonance Theory. It will be an honour to welcome them back to the Live Club for what promises to be a masterful performance.
As co-headliners, we are equally proud to confirm Florida’s CYNIC, pioneers of all things technical and avant-garde within the death–thrash spectrum. Paul Masvidal’s band will perform a special show focused on their first two full-length albums: the seminal Focus and the equally celebrated Traced in Air – an elegant journey into their early legacy.
Also joining Sunday’s programme are SADIST. With two headliners of such calibre, it felt natural to extend the invitation to a group that has helped shape the history of Italian death metal and is widely regarded as a cult name internationally. For the occasion, Tommy, Trevor and company will perform a set dedicated to their masterpiece Tribe, which celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026.
Many more bands, exclusive shows and full details about all the additional festival features will be announced in the coming weeks!
At a time when everything seems to be getting more expensive and the cost of living keeps rising, we are proud to highlight that – despite the current situation – ticket prices for the festival have remained unchanged from last year. It’s a concrete commitment to keeping the Metalitalia Festival accessible to all fans, without compromising on the quality and ambition that have always defined the event.
DAY 1 – Saturday 26 September 2026 PARADISE LOST – Special show “by request” AMENRA Tba Tba 1914 Tba Tba Tba
DAY 2 – Sunday 27 September 2026 CORONER CYNIC – “Focus” & “Traced in Air” Special show Tba SADIST – “Tribe” Special show Tba Tba Tba Tba
Tickets:
Single-Day Ticket: Pre-sale €49 + fees | At the door €60
2-Day Pass + Warm-Up Party: Pre-sale €79 + fees | At the door €90
Reigning Phoenix Music, in collaboration with Hasbro, is proud to announce the most chaotic Christmas anthem ever to slither down a chimney: COLD SLITHER’s new single “Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town.”
Fresh from the momentum of their self-titled album, released earlier this year, the Dreadnok-driven metal outfit returns with a holiday track packed with sleigh bells, sabotage, and seasonal pandemonium. The track is accompanied by a high-octane holiday video produced by none other than Torch himself (whose alter ego is known as Ross Sewage).
“Well… Along with the persistent pestering by Torch and Ripper, Cobra Commander now has a new scheme to ensnare the masses with a… Ugh… Christmas song.
I, being the consummate professional, and of course gold being an easy persuader, was only too happy to oblige the dear Commander with the most shredding of holiday mayhem you’ll ever hear! I give you, “Cobra Claws are Coming Town”. You all remember the siege upon Keystone City right?! Hahahaha!!!” – Zartan
“All’s I wanted for Xmas was to see the USS Flagg sink like a stone into the briny deep – well, that and maybe a new piledriver, but instead, the boss wanted us to sing a Christmas song, of all things! Then I thought, who am I to refuse our legions of screaming fans a little ‘oliday brainwa- er ‘eadbanging!” – Ripper
“It’s a bloomin’ treat to once again show the yobbos why we’re the best heavy metal band in the world!! Bludgers thought we was washed up, but we put out the best album of 2025! Didn’t think we could nail a Chrissie song, and we turn in a bloody ripper! And wait till you read the lyrics!! Least, I’ve heard they’re good. Reading ain’t me strong suit.” – Torch
“Ehh, he’s not really a Joe guy like us. Maybe just something like “I likes me choo choo train… And me chainsaw too!” Ross, is that what you have him playing at the beginning of the video?” – Buzzer
“Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town” arrives as both a gift and a warning. This is holiday spirit the COLD SLITHER way: loud, unhinged, and ready to storm every playlist from now until the new year. Lock your chimneys. The Cobra Claws ride tonight.
Featuring 10 original tracks and a remastered version of their cult-classic single “Cold Slither,” the album plunges into dystopian metal with themes of swamp-born menace and Cobra-fueled power. The Cold Slither album is available across digital and vinyl formats.
If you’re a band or musician and would like your music reviewed or be interviewed by Stone, please click the link under the “ALBUM REVIEWS ARCHIVES” section below!
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