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HULDER ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM VERBOLGEN

Posted in Black Metal, black metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on June 1, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Dark black metal duo Hulder and Necreon return with their most expansive work to date, a nine-track album steeped in ancient language, pagan mythology, and the weight of the land

“[…] one of the most talked-about names
in contemporary black metal.” — Portland Mercury

HULDER, the dark black metal outfit from the USA, will release their new album Verbolgen on August 7th, 2026, in a co-release with 20 Buck Spin, who will handle North America exclusively, while Season of Mist will cover the World ex-North America territories. Spanning nine tracks and just over forty-eight minutes, Verbolgen is HULDER’s most fully realised statement to date, drawing on themes of ancestral memory, natural sovereignty, and ancient ritual across lyrics written in English, Flemish, and Proto-Germanic.

Rooted in the traditions of Scandinavian black metal while reaching toward something more atmospheric and ceremonial, Verbolgen moves between driving, riff-driven passages and slower, more meditative stretches, with acoustic instrumentation and hurdy gurdy woven into the fabric of the record.

The multilingual approach to the lyrics is not merely ornamental; it reflects the album’s sustained engagement with the mythological and folkloric traditions of the pre-Christian world, from the Germanic lowlands to the Celtic fringes of northwestern Europe.

Photo by © Liana Rakijian

Line-up:
Hulder – Voice, Electric Guitars, Keys, Acoustic Guitars
Necreon – Bass, Voice
Keld – Hurdy Gurdy, Electric Guitars, Keys (session)
Vapula – Drums (session)
Vrolok – Drums (session)

The album marks a significant shift in the band’s structure. Long positioned as the solo project of HULDER, Verbolgen formally brings Necreon into the fold as a full creative partner, following several releases in which he contributed as a session musician.

The record also features contributions from Keld (Majesties, Obsequiae, Celestiial) on hurdy gurdy, electric guitars, and keys, as well as drum performances split between Vapula, the band’s touring drummer, and Vrolok (Aeternus, Gorgoroth). Session flute is performed by Ianuaria.

Verbolgen Track-list:

1. Drie Raven (Intro) (2:18)
2. The Crowning (6:28)
3. Thy Binding Oath (5:38)
4. Verbolgen (4:01)
5. …And We Shall Sing (6:01)
6. In Blood and In Earth (7:09)
7. Den Nacht Zijn Lied (6:45)
8. View From Nemeton (5:23)
9. The Glow of Dawn (4:48) 

Full runtime: 48:33

In support of the forthcoming release, HULDER will embark on an extensive European summer tour, taking in headline shows and major festival appearances across Germany, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Italy, Austria, Spain, Portugal and beyond. The run includes stops at Graspop Metal Meeting, Hellfest, Resurrection Fest and more. Full dates below.

HULDER – Europe Summer 2026 Dates:

05 June: Mulfingen, DE @ Boarstream Open Air
06 June: Gdansk, PL @ Mystic Festival
08 June: Berlin, DE @ Mikropol
09 June: Munich, DE @ Backstage Club
11 June: Wiesbaden, DE @ Kesselhaus
12 June: Munster, DE @ Zappenduster Fest
13 June: Nijmegen, NL @ Waalhalla
14 June: Neunkirchen, DE @ Gebläsehalle
17 June: Tilburg, NL @ Lucky Devil
18 June: Haarlem, NL @ Patronaat*
19 June: Dessel, BE @ Graspop Metal Meeting
20 June: Clisson, FR @ Hellfest
21 June: Aarau, CH @ Kiff**
22 June: Milan, IT @ Legend Club**
23 June: Salzburg, AT @ Rockhouse**
24 June: Vienna, AT @ Viper Room**
25 June: Kosice, SK @ Collosseum
26 June: Mártély, HU @ Lowland Festival
27 June: Spalene Porici, CZ @ BasinFireFest
29 June: Chambery, FR @ BrindeZinc
30 June: Marseille, FR @ Le Molotov
03 July: Galicia, ES @ Ressurection Fest
04 July: Lisbon, PT @ RCA Club
08 July: Stuttgart, DE @ JuHa West
09 July: Torgau, DE @ In Flammen Open Air

  • w/ Oranssi Pazuzu & Sólstafir

** w/ Uada

Tickets are on sale now: https://www.hulder-official.com/tickets

Follow HULDER:
Website: https://www.hulder-official.com

Bandcamp: https://hulder.bandcamp.com/

Direct Merch: https://direct-merch.com/collections/hulder

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

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

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J NOIRE Signs to Vaux Records, Announces Debut Single “Radiate”

Posted in alternative rock, Hard Rock, industrial metal, industrial rock, Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on June 1, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Nashville-based modern rock artist J NOIRE has officially signed to Vaux Records, one of the first acts to join the newly formed label created by former Rise Records founder and owner Craig Ericson.

Commenting on joining the label, J NOIRE says: 

“When the owner of Vaux Records moved onto my mom’s street, I had no idea it would lead to where we are today. It’s a total dream come true, feels like a scene from a movie.“

The signing marks a major milestone for both J NOIRE and Vaux Records, sparking early excitement fueled by Ericson’s enduring impact on the rock and alternative scene and his reputation for cultivating artists into international successes.

J NOIRE introduces his sound with the debut single “Radiate,” a preview of what’s to come from his forthcoming EP, Prometheus, due out later this year.

Blending elements of modern rock, pop, metal, and industrial influences, J NOIRE crafts a sound that is both emotionally resonant and sonically commanding. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Nine Inch Nails, A Perfect Circle, and Bad Omens, the project also appeals to fans of Bring Me The Horizon and Breaking Benjamin, while maintaining a distinct identity rooted in authenticity and intensity.

Giving context to the track, J NOIRE adds: 

“It’s a song about hope, and these days I feel like we need songs to remind people that there’s ALWAYS hope, love, and purpose in life. We all deserve that spark, something that radiates.“

Stream “Radiate“: 

https://go.mhe.fm/jnoire_radiate

“RADIATE” MUSIC VIDEO: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTmVpR4NJQI

J NOIRE’s journey has shaped the project’s creative direction. Raised on rock music and beginning guitar at the age of five, he spent years developing his craft before relocating to Nashville, where he performed professionally as a guitarist on Broadway. While that experience sharpened his musicianship, he ultimately sought a more personal artistic outlet.

A pivotal connection with Ericson helped bring the vision to life, resulting in the launch of Vaux Records and the development of the project’s debut material. Working alongside producer Ryan Furlott, he created a collection of songs that balance vulnerability with striking production.

Now joined by bassist Stevens Stokes and drummer Danny Laverde, J NOIRE’s vision has come to fruition, ready to introduce his dynamic sound to a wider audience.

With “Radiate,” J NOIRE delivers a powerful first statement, an introduction that signals both artistic intent and a bold new chapter ahead.

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