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SIGH Share New Single + Video For “Unputenpu” Featuring Opeth’s MIKAEL ÅKERFELDT

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on August 6, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

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THE FIRST SINGLE TO BE TAKEN FROM THE NEW ALBUM GOH-KA – SET FOR RELEASE ON PEACEVILLE ON SEPTEMBER 4th

Japanese metal pioneers Sigh are back with ‘Unputenpu’, the first single to be taken from their upcoming new studio album ‘Goh-ka’, alongside a stunning new music video created by Costin Chioreanu.

Speaking about the new track, frontman and Sigh mastermind Mirai Kawashima said:

“Honestly, I have no idea at all how the song sounds to other people. Shuffle is the world-widely used rhythm and Japan is no exception. I’ve been using this rhythm in the songs like “Shikigami”, “Ecstatic Transformation”, and “Midnight Sun” but I guess I have completed my own Japanese style on “Unputenpu”. The guitar lead by Mikael Åkerfeldt from Opeth definitely gives another boost to the song.”

“Unputenpu expresses the idea that whether a person is blessed with good fortune or struck by misfortune is determined by God’s will, the will of heaven, fate or something totally beyond our control and we cannot do anything to change it. Anyone could die today or lose somebody you love. Life can be cruel any time. The song is based on my personal experience but I don’t want to talk about the details…”

WATCH THE NEW VIDEO FOR ‘UNPUTENPU’, CREATED BY COSTIN CHIOREANU

STREAM/DOWNLOAD ‘UNPUTENPU’

Music: Sigh

Lyrics: Mirai Kawashima

Mirai Kawashima: Vocals, Hammond, Shinobue, Hichiriki, Sheng

Dr. Mikannibal: Vocals

Nozomu Wakai: Electric and Acoustic Guitars

Mike Heller: Drums, Percussion

Yukiko Shibutani: Bass, Backing Vocals

Masayoshi Tanaka: Wadaiko, Surigane, Tebiragane

Mikael Åkerfeldt: Guitar Solo

Ginzaburo Abe: Shamisen

Goh-Ka is a new highlight of atmosphere, technical mastery, and meticulously arranged epics of metallic grandeur. Main-man Mirai Kawashima notes this as being as equally personal an album as ‘Shiki’, both musically and lyrically.

From a musical perspective, if you were to place the main ingredients of Celtic Frost, Voivod, Black Sabbath, horror movies and Japan into a cauldron and stir it, you will get ‘Goh-ka’. Numerous additional spices such as psychedelic rock, prog rock and classical music are also evident over the album’s close to one-hour duration.

The album title ‘Goh-ka’ has a triple meaning, being: 業火 infernal fire scorching sinners, 劫火 a huge fire that burns down the world at the end of time, and 業果 karma. The primary theme permeating the album is Kuso-zu; a series of Buddhist paintings or illustrations depicting the nine stages of a human body’s decomposition after death, created to encourage meditation on the impermanence of life, the inevitability of death, and the detachment from physical beauty and worldly attachment.

It openly shows the harsh reality that no matter how beautiful you are, you’ll be dead and rot sooner or later. And Kuso-shi is a poem based on these paintings. The artworks on the cover and in the booklet of ‘Goh-ka’ are therefore Kuso-zu themselves.

SIGH – GOH-KA

Kuso-shi 1, 2, and 3 – 09:11

Jigoku-Zoshi 1: Unkamusho – 03:55

Anzenshokon – 06:24

Kuso-shi 4, 5, and 6 – 07:21

Shoso – 00:56

Unputenpu – 05:41

Jinmenjushin – 06:14

Jigoku-Zoshi 2: Tokatsujigoku – 03:06

Kushukankyo – 01:47

Kuso-shi 7 – 01:56

Kuso-shi 8 and 9 / Mettaijakujo – 11:23

GOH-KA WILL BE RELEASED ON 4th SEPTEMBER ON A NUMBER OF COLOURED VINYL VARIANTS, CD AND DIGITALLY. PRE-ORDER HERE.

PRE-ORDERS OF THE ALBUM FROM THE PEACEVILLE STORE AND BAND STORE WILL COME WITH THE FREE ‘LEGACY OF HORRORS’ 10-TRACK SIGH SAMPLER.

Joining Mirai Kawashima and Dr Mikannibal along with guitarist Nozomu Wakai, are Frédéric Leclercq (Kreator) on bass, plus renowned US drummer Mike Heller.‘Goh-ka’ was recorded across multiple studios, and once again mixed and mastered by Lasse Lammert at LSD studios in Germany.

SIGH TOUR DATES:

EUROPE
09/03 PL Aleksandrow Lodzki Summer Dying Loud
09/04 PL Cracow Zaścianek
09/05 CZ Ostrava Metal III
09/07 DE Munich Hansa 39 @ Feierwerk
09/08 DE Leipzig Moritzbastei
09/09 DE Berlin Badehaus
09/10 DK Copenhagen Beta @ Amager Bio
09/11 DE Hamburg Betty
09/12 DE Oberhausen Death & Damnation Fest
09/13 NL Leeuwarden Neushoorn
09/14 NL Utrecht DB’s
09/15 FR Paris Backstage By The Mill

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Japanese metal pioneers Sigh formed in 1989/1990. Their genre-classic Black Metal debut Scorn Defeat arrived in 1993, and with a subsequent journey through the strange and the psychedelic, incorporating a whole eclectic mix of genre styles & ideas throughout their career, Sigh has remained a vital creative force in the avantgarde field whilst maintaining their old school roots, as witnessed on the 2022 album (and first for Peaceville Records), Shiki. This was followed by the remaking of their Hangman’s Hymn album as part of the band’s 35th anniversary celebrations, in the shape of I Saw the World’s End: Hangman’s Hymn MMXXV (2025).

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EXUMER – German Thrash Veterans Drop Waco, Texas Inspired New Single, “Allocated Savagery”

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 5, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

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Death Mask Messiah To See Release August 28th On Metal Blade Records

Watch/Stream EXUMER’s “Allocated Savagery” HERE: https://youtu.be/yv5ErP72Dkg

“Allocated Savagery” is the latest single from veteran German thrash legion, EXUMER. The track comes by way of the band’s latest studio album, Death Mask Messiah, set for release on August 28th through Metal Blade Records.

Death Mask Messiah is inspired conceptually by US politics of the last decade, the pandemic, the use of misinformation to stir up cultural divides, etc. Vocalist Mem V. Stein also explores the 30-year anniversary of Waco, Texas and the standoff with the Branch Davidians.

“‘Allocated Savagery’ delivers a brutal musical and lyrical account of the event,” comments Mem. “The track captures the intensity of the confrontation with the ATF, while reflecting on themes of misinformation and division that still resonate today.”

Stream EXUMER’s “Allocated Savagery” HERE. 

Watch EXUMER’s previously released video for “Death Mask Messiah”HERE.

Death Mask Messiah serves as EXUMER’s first new studio output in seven years and further cements the band’s legacy as a dauntless thrash metal institution. A logical and compelling progression from their three previous albums, the 11 ferocious songs, produced by Dominic Paraskevopoulos (Kreator, Caliban) and mixed and mastered by Arthur Rizk (Soulfly, King Diamond), take a more brutal and direct musical approach.

Recorded from December 2025 through January 2026, Death Mask Messiah is also the first EXUMER LP recorded with the rhythm section of drummer Jerome Reil and bass player Alex Voss. “You can feel their young energy, coupled with our trademark aggression and experience,” says Mem. “The band sounds more focused and yet raw, thanks to their addition to the lineup.”

The sequencing of Death Mask Messiah mirrors the intended lyrical and conceptual narrative to the music guitarists Ray Mensh and Marc B. composed for the album. The result is an auditory and emotional rollercoaster ride worth repeating.

“I think we are heading toward a thrash renaissance, with legacy bands like us, Exodus and Kreator dropping new albums, and younger bands becoming very popular with younger fans,” Mem observes. While it’s been a few years since EXUMER’s last album, Death Mask Messiah is doubtless worth the wait, the band believes that, “it’s always quality over quantity for EXUMER, and we hope and believe people appreciate that approach.” 

As a bonus, Death Mask Messiah includes a guest and a cover song: Nasty Ronnie Galletti from American metal legends Nasty Savage sings on EXUMER’s version of his band’s track “Unchained Angel.” EXUMER supported the band in 1988 on their first European tour.

Death Mask Messiah features front art and layout by Björn Gooßes of Killustrations (Sodom, Vomitory) and will be released on CD-Digipak and digital formats as well as vinyl in the following color variants:

180g Black
“Galaxy” Red/Black
“Saturn” Grey/Brown Ripple (Ltd. 250)
“Onyx” Black Ice w/ White Splatter (Ltd. 250)

Find preorders at metalblade.com/exumer. 

Death Mask Messiah – Track Listing:

1. Death Mask Messiah

2. Blinding Skies

3. Sin Bleeder

4. Eradication

5. Ravishing Waste

6. Allocated Savagery

7. Serpent

8. Fratricide

9. Scorcher

10. Frozen Ground

11. Unchained Angel (Nasty Savage cover feat. Nasty Ronnie)

EXUMER Live:
10/23/2026 Nuclear Winter Festival 2026 – Hirschaid, DE
11/21/2026 Alcatraz & Pluto Festival – Deinze, BE
2/20/2027 Endzeit Festival 2027 – Essen, DE
7/26/2027 Nackenbrecher Open Air – Teuchern, DE

EXUMER:
Mem V. Stein – vocals
Ray Mensh – guitars
Marc B. – guitars
Alex Voss – bass
Jerome Reil – drums

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MEGADETH – Breakout: Hibernation Of The Nations 2027 Tour Dates UK & Europe

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on August 3, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

MEGADETH Breakout: Hibernation Of The Nations 2027 tour dates:

Testament and Black Label Society support

March 09 – Belfast, UK @ The O2 Belfast
March 11 – London, UK @ OVO Arena Wembley
March 12 – Nottingham, UK @Motorpoint Arena
March 13 – Manchester, UK @ Co-op Live
March 15 – Cardiff, UK @ Utilita Arena
March 16 – Glasgow, UK @ OVO Hydro
March 18 – Birmingham, UK @ BP Pulse Live
March 19 – Leeds, UK @ First Direct Bank Arena
March 21 – Paris, France @ Zénith Paris – La Villette
March 23 – Brussels, Belgium @ Forest National
March 24 – Amsterdam, Netherlands @ AFAS Live
March 25 – Düsseldorf, Germany @ Mitsubishi Electric Halle
March 27 – Copenhagen, Denmark @ K.B. Hallen
March 28 – Oslo, Norway @ Oslo Spektrum
March 30 – Hamburg, Germany @ Sporthalle
April 01 – Berlin, Germany @ Velodrom
April 02 – Kraków, Poland @ Tauron Arena
April 04 – Munich, Germany @ Zenith
April 05 – Bern, Switzerland @ Festhalle Bern
April 06 – Milan, Italy @ Unipol Forum
April 08 – Lyon, France @ Halle Tony Garnier
April 10 – Barcelona, Spain @ Olimpic Arena
April 12 – Madrid, Spain @ Movistar Arena
April 13 – Lisbon, Portugal @ Sagres Campo Pequeno

Presale starts Tuesday, August 4th @ 10am Local Time: https://www.megadeth.com/pages/cyber-army

General On Sale: Friday, August 7th @ 10am Local Time.

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SINNER Release Boom Bang Goodbye Final Studio Album and New Video For “All Night Long”

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news with tags , , , , on August 2, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

With Boom Bang Goodbye, SINNER release their final studio album today, via Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). After more than four decades, 19 studio albums and countless live shows, the band led by Mat Sinner bid farewell with a record that distils their entire career into eleven powerful songs. Alongside the album, SINNER have also released a new video for “All Night Long,” arguably the most carefree and life-affirming anthem on the record, featuring Ronnie Romero on vocals.

Watch/Listen to “All Night Long” here: https://youtu.be/DmrmqBBLeIs

What began as Mat Sinner’s vision in 1982 evolved over more than four decades into one of the most enduring and influential institutions of the German hard rock and metal scene. From their early classics to the chart success of Brotherhood (#12 in Germany, 2022), SINNER have always remained a band that refused to follow trends, instead forging their own path with passion, integrity and an unwavering love of rock ’n’ roll.

With Boom Bang Goodbye, this journey does not end quietly. Instead, SINNER bow out with an album that once again brings together everything the band have always stood for: soaring melodies, powerful guitars, anthemic choruses and genuine emotion. Produced by Mat Sinner and completed together with Alex Scholpp, the album spans an impressive range from classic hard rock and melodic metal to modern arena anthems.

Opening track “Dreams Can Come True” immediately sets the album’s emotional tone, telling a story of hope, perseverance and the courage to keep believing in your dreams despite every setback. Songs such as “Wait,” “Leave It All Behind” and “Turn The Page” reflect on farewells, the passing of time and inner strength, while “Hellbreaker” and “Under The Moonlight” deliver the riff-driven heaviness that has defined SINNER for decades.

To coincide with the album release, SINNER have also unveiled the video for “All Night Long.” With Ronnie Romero behind the microphone, the song becomes a musical journey back to the golden days of rock ’n’ roll. Memories of sweaty clubs, endless summer nights and unbreakable friendships meet an instantly infectious chorus.

The accompanying video captures exactly that spirit, packed with energy, good times and genuine rock ’n’ roll moments. “All Night Long” is the perfect feel-good soundtrack for the summer and, at the same time, one final collective toast to more than forty years of SINNER history. Because even though Boom Bang Goodbye marks the end of a chapter, one thing remains truer than ever: The party goes on.

For this final statement, Mat Sinner has once again assembled an impressive cast of longtime companions and outstanding musicians. Alex Scholpp (guitar) and Moritz Müller (drums) provide the album’s powerful foundation, joined by Jim Müller (KISSIN’ DYNAMITE), Lisa Müller, returning SINNER guitarist Mathias “Don” Dieth, and Magnus Karlsson, who has worked closely with Mat Sinner for many years.

Vocally, Boom Bang Goodbye also becomes an extraordinary meeting of remarkable voices. Ronnie Romero, Michael Bormann, Michael Sadler (SAGA), Björn “Speed” Strid (SOILWORK), Erik Mårtensson (ECLIPSE), Renan Zonta and Sascha Krebs each bring their own distinctive character to the songs, making the album a fitting farewell filled with exceptional vocal performances.

Mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen at Hansen Studios, Boom Bang Goodbye combines modern power with the classic SINNER DNA. Every song bears Mat Sinner’s unmistakable signature as a musician, songwriter and one of the defining figures of the European hard rock and metal scene.

Boom Bang Goodbye is far more than simply the final SINNER album. It is an emotional legacy. A thank-you to the fans. And one last firework display of anthems, memories and passion. Or, as Mat Sinner himself puts it:
“The last one turns off the lights.”

Boom Bang Goodbye can be ordered or streamed here:
https://sinner.rpm.link/boomPR

See also:
SINNER – WAIT (Official Video)
 SINNER – LEAVE IT ALL BEHIND (Official Video)

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Source: C Squared Music

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SEVEN KINGDOMS To Support NINI MUSIC On Upcoming North American Tour

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 1, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Fresh off their successful Kickstarter campaign to fund their upcoming album Sono Sola, Florida power metal titans SEVEN KINGDOMS are pleased to announce they will embark on a US tour this fall with folk metal artist NINI MUSIC. 

Vocalist Sabrina Cruz comments, “We are honored to be invited to tour alongside NINI. I personally am so excited to branch out and tour with bands of different genres, especially as unique and culturally diverse as NINI. We look forward to playing new stages, meeting new faces, and seeing familiar faces in the crowd. See you soon!!”

Sono Sola will be released via Reigning Phoenix Music in 2027. More details will be announced soon.

NINI MUSIC w/ SEVEN KINGDOMS US Fall Tour:

Oct 10 – Orlando, FL – Conduit
Oct 11 – Tampa, FL – Orpheum
Oct 13 – Greensboro, NC – Hanger 1819
Oct 14 – Richmond, VA – Canal Club
Oct 15 – New York, NY – Woodshop
Oct 16 – Buffalo, NY – Mohawk Place
Oct 17 – Syracuse, NY – The Lost Horizon
Oct 18 – Millersville, PA – Phantom Power
Oct 20 – Pittsburgh, PA – Preserving Underground
Oct 21 – Cleveland, OH – The Foundry
Oct 22 – Columbus, OH – Summit Music Hall
Oct 23 – Indianapolis, IN – Black Circle
Oct 24 – Chicago, IL – Cobra Lounge

About SEVEN KINGDOMS:

SEVEN KINGDOMS, a power metal band hailing from Deland, FL, was formed in 2007. After solidifying their lineup in 2009, the band signed with Nightmare Records and began gaining momentum in the metal scene. Their big break came in 2010 when they were handpicked by BLIND GUARDIAN to support their North American tour, which introduced SEVEN KINGDOMS to a wider audience.

Following this, they played notable tours and festivals, including ProgPower USA and the 70,000 Tons of Metal Cruise, while releasing The Fire is Mine in 2012, which marked a pivotal moment in their career with its refined sound and strong reception.

In recent years, SEVEN KINGDOMS has continued to expand their reach with international tours alongside acts like STRATOVIRUS, AMARANTHE and EVERGREY. The band’s latest full-length album, Zenith (2022), was released through Distortion Music Group, further cementing their place in the power metal world where they were featured as the sole support for the first US Tour of POWERWOLF and then with WIND ROSE in the USA and Europe shortly after.

In 2024, they released their highly anticipated EP, The Square, under Reigning Phoenix Music which hit the stages in Europe with UNLEASH THE ARCHERS and again with BLIND GUARDIAN 15 years later in North America. With world-wide touring on the horizon, SEVEN KINGDOMS continues to elevate their status in the global metal scene.

Ferociously melodic in their approach, the quartet fuse high octane energy and intensity with compelling harmonies in their charismatic, modern take on power metal. With recording for the new album, Sono Sola, now complete, SEVEN KINGDOMS are gearing up to ignite this next chapter.

SEVEN KINGDOMS:

Sabrina Cruz – Vocals
Camden Cruz – Guitars
Kevin Byrd – Guitars
Keith Byrd – Drums

Connect With SEVEN KINGDOMS:

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

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

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0PMYvG0U25tgSi8jQExPAC?si=Zd59_nhbQeKrYGN4dUI7Cg

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BLOOD OF THE EARTH Recruits Thy Will Be Done’s J. COSTA As Vocalist

Posted in Heavy Metal with tags , , , , , , on July 30, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

First Performances With New Lineup Revealed;
New Music Coming Soon

Tampa sludge/doom warriors BLOOD OF THE EARTH have officially welcomed J. Costa (THY WILL BE DONE) as the band’s vocalist, ushering in a bold new chapter for the heavy trio founded by Jeff Golden (ex-CROWBAR) and Katie Golden (ex-THE CONVALESCENCE).

Originally conceived as an instrumental project built around crushing riffs, towering atmosphere, and cinematic scope, BLOOD OF THE EARTH has evolved into a fully realized force with the addition of Costa, whose commanding voice adds a visceral new dimension to the band’s immense sonic weight. The lineup’s chemistry has already laid the foundation for a wealth of new material, with more details to be revealed soon.

Commenting on the addition of Costa, Jeff Golden says: 

“Blood of the Earth has been a vision of mine for over ten years. I first became friends with J. Costa in 2010 when I was playing bass for Thy Will Be Done, during my first U.S. and Canadian tour. When Katie and I started writing new music after our first instrumental EP, we immediately knew J. was the voice we’d been searching for. So I sent him some of the material, he sent back his vocal ideas, and we were blown away. J. brings so much power, and presence to Blood of the Earth.” 

Fans will also have their first opportunity to experience the band’s new lineup live as BLOOD OF THE EARTH announces its first two performances featuring Costa on vocals. The shows mark the live debut of this new era for the band and offer an early glimpse of what’s to come.

BLOOD OF THE EARTH Tour Dates:
Oct 2 – Wallingford, CT – Cherry Street Station
Oct 3 – Brooklyn, NY – Lucky 13

Additional news, music, and live dates will be announced in the coming weeks.

About BLOOD OF THE EARTH: 

Blood Of The Earth is the convergence of weight, intention, and atmosphere, founded by married duo Jeff Golden (ex-Crowbar) and Katie Golden (ex-The Convalescence), and completed by the commanding presence of vocalist J. Costa (Thy Will Be Done).

Forged from crushing sludge, doom, and post-metal, the band channels immense heaviness into songs built on tension, atmosphere, and emotional impact. Their music balances monolithic riffs with cinematic textures, creating an immersive listening experience that is both punishing and deeply evocative.

With J. Costa’s unmistakable voice now completing the lineup, Blood Of The Earth stands poised to unleash its most powerful and fully realized work to date.

Follow BLOOD OF THE EARTH: 
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IRONFLAME Releases New Video “Dynasties” ~ New Studio Album, Worlds To Conquer, Releases on August 14th

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on July 28, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

SINGLES/ VIDEOS:
“Dynasties” (Official Video) watch HERE

“Legion Of Fire” (Lyric Video) watch HERE

IRONFLAME- Worlds To Conquer – Order Link: https://www.hrrecords.de/IRONFLAME

TRACK-LISTING:
01 Night Closes In
02 Legion of Fire
03 Dynasties Fall
04 Where Cauldrons Burn
05 Shadow Slave
06 Crimson Shores
07 Valhalla is Calling
08 Worlds to Conquer
09 Death’s Immortal Flame (Bonus Track)

LIVE & TOURING LINE-UP:
Andrew D’Cagna – vocals
Jesse Scott – guitar
Quinn Lukas – guitar
James Babcock – bass
Noah Skiba – drums

Andrew D’Cagna performed all the music and vocals.

Live guitarists, Quinn Lukas and Jesse Scott composed and recorded their own guitar solos.

Andrew D’Cagna is based in Eastern Ohio.

Source: High Roller Records

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MONOLORD Debut “Iodine” Video Featuring Behind-The-Scenes Footage From Hometown Show In Gothenburg

Posted in doom metal, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on July 27, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit: James Rexroad

U.S. TOUR RESUMES ON AUGUST 27

NEVERENDING OUT NOW VIA RELAPSE RECORDS: https://www.relapse.com/pages/monolord-neverending

July 27, 2026, Gothenburg, Sweden – Monolord, who return to the U.S. in late August, have released a live video for the song “Iodine” (https://youtu.be/ETIrrMVF5uw) from their recently released album, Neverending.

The video captures one of the band’s first performances supporting the Sylvia Massy-produced album, intercut with behind-the-scenes footage from their hometown show in Gothenburg.

 “Iodine” was inspired by 70s rock epics like Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Free Bird,” The Eagles’ “Hotel California,” and Led Zeppelin’s “No Quarter.” “Even though it’s maybe not musically similar, I think the vibe is similar,” Thomas Jäger says. “And the opening riff is my tribute to Yob, because I’ve always really liked Mike [Scheidt]’s guitar playing. He does all these weird chords where his fingers are all over the fretboard at the same time. It’s for sure my favorite song on the album.”

Neverending has earned widespread acclaim, with Bandcamp naming it their “Album of the Day” upon release, Consequence declaring it “magical,” Revolver dubbing it “glorious” and New Noise saying the collection is “Monolord at the height of their powers.”

To create Neverending, Monolord traveled to Ashland, Oregon to record with legendary producer Massy (Tool, System of a Down, and Johnny Cash). The collaboration began when Massy asked vocalist/guitarist Thomas Jäger to send everything the band had ever written. “She asked me to send her everything we had, not just songs written for the album, but every stray riff and idea,” he says. “I even sent her stuff I’d written ten years ago. She listened to all of it and sent us a list of what she wanted to work on.”

The band rehearsed 12 songs, recorded 11, and ultimately selected eight for Neverending. The result is an album that expands the band’s sound without sacrificing the weight and creativity that define Monolord.

The album is streaming now, as well as available on vinyl, CD and cassette (https://www.relapse.com/pages/monolord-neverending).

Monolord U.S. tour dates:

August 27 Chicago, IL Thalia Hall
August 28 Louisville, KY Portal
August 29 Atlanta, GA Garden Club
August 30 Asheville, NC Eulogy
August 31 Columbia, SC New Brookland Tavern
September 2 Philadelphia, PA Underground Arts
September 3 Brooklyn, NY Elsewhere
September 4 Montague, MA RPM Fest
September 5 Baltimore, MD Labor Daze
September 6 Cookeville, TN Muddy Roots Festival
September 8 Columbus, OH Ace of Cups
September 9 Detroit, MI Sanctuary
September 10 Indianapolis, IN Black Circle
September 12 Austin, TX Levitation Festival

Khemmis opens on all U.S. headlining dates

European tour dates:

July 30 Ghimbav, RO Rockstadt Extreme Festival
August 7 Kortrijk, BE Alcatraz Festival
October 6 Hamburg, DE Bahnhof Pauli
October 7 Haarlem, NL Patronaat
October 8 Eindhoven, NL Effenaar
October 9 Sint-Niklaas, BE De Casino
October 10 Paris, FR La Maroquinerie
October 11 Nantes, FR Le Ferrailleur
October 12 Toulouse, FR Le Rex
October 13 Lyon, FR Jack Jack
October 14 Aarau, CH KIFF
October 15 Munich, DE Backstage
October 16 Osnabrück, DE Bastard Club
October 17 Cologne, DE Gebäude 9
November 4 Copenhagen, DK Stengade
November 5 Berlin, DE Columbia Theater
November 6 Dresden, DE Beatpol
November 7 Warsaw, PL Hydrozagadka
November 8 Krakow, PL Hype Park
November 9 Brno, CZ Kabinet Múz
November 10 Budapest, HU Dürer Kert
November 11 Vienna, AT Arena
November 12 Zagreb, HR Vintage Industrial Bar
November 13 Milan, IT Legend
November 14 Bologna, IT FreakOut
November 15 Karlsruhe, DE P8

Tickets for all dates are on-sale now via Monolord.com.

Few modern doom bands balance sheer weight and melody like Monolord. Formed in Gothenburg in 2013, the trio of guitarist/vocalist Thomas Jäger, drummer Esben Willems, and bassist Mika Häkki have become one of heavy music’s most introspective and nuanced bands. They have earned global acclaim through relentless touring, with unforgettable performances at Hellfest, Desertfest, Psycho Las Vegas, and Roadburn. Their records, Empress Rising (2014), Vænir (2015), Rust (2017), No Comfort (2019), Your Time To Shine (2021), and most recently, Neverending (2026), cemented their reputation for blending crushing fuzz with melodic undercurrents and immersive repetition.

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ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD – Release New Single And Video For “On The Wings Of Dragons”

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on July 27, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Watch “On the Wings of Dragons” HERE! https://youtu.be/rcdrIoNrqec

Led by JD McGibney, L.A.’s ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD hark back to their roots with the new single release “On the Wings of Dragons“. The track began the project’s journey as its first release in 2013. Recrafted, rearranged and performed by a different line-up, “On the Wings of Dragons” initiates the next chapter for ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD. 

ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD delve into the meaning behind “On the Wings of Dragons”: “This song was written as an inspirational piece to invigorate and encourage audiences to believe in themselves, to listen to their instincts and not the nay-saying of others.”

The core characteristics of ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD‘s sound are present throughout “On the Wings of Dragons”. Passionate storytelling and world building are brought to life through progressive compositional arrangements that are interjected with catchy hooks. Dynamic production and technical prowess see ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD deliver an epic sonic display.

“On the Wings of Dragons” was produced by ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD. The track was recorded at Counter Communications and engineered, mixed and mastered by Chris Wirsig. Produced by ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD, the music video was directed and edited by Tom Flynn. 

ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD:
JD McGibney – Guitar
Jason Klein – Bass
Chris Wirsig – Keyboard/Orchestration
Eddie Trager – Drums

Connect with ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD:

Official Website: https://onthewingsofdragons.com/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngelsOnTheBattlefieldBand/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angels_on_the_battlefield/ 

Source: C Squared Music

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ALPHA DESTROYER Announce Amped-Up Cover of “God of Thunder” ~ Single Available on Limited Edition 7″ Vinyl

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on July 25, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

ALPHA DESTROYER are releasing a special-edition cover of the KISS classic, “God of Thunder.”

The band dug deep into the annals of KISStory to put their own unique stamp on the song. Guitarist Eric Sexton-Dorsett explains. “We based our version on Paul Stanley’s original demo version instead of the Bob Ezrin produced version everyone knows. Paul used 1/16 note high hats and a more upbeat tempo. We swapped those for double basses a la ‘Exciter’ from Judas Priest. Paul also used a more pop sensibility and falsetto vocals in the chorus, which we embraced fully.”

The single will be available as a hand-numbered, limited-edition, hand lathe-cut, clear vinyl 7″ that ships on August 11. Pre-order now at: necromanticpress.com

ALPHA DESTROYER is a high-octane collaboration featuring Martin Sweet (Crashdïet), Kelly LeMieux (Buckcherry), and Eric Sexton-Dorsett (Sleepless). The band’s debut album, Fast Lane, is available on physical formats via Necromantic Press Records, including limited-edition red splatter and standard black vinyl. Order now at this location.

Stream Fast Lane on Spotify and Apple Music

Watch additional videos from Fast Lane at: www.youtube.com/@Necromanticpress.

Follow ALPHA DESTROYER on Facebook and Instagram.

“This Isn’t a Band. It’s a Warning.”

Alpha Destroyer was born in 2022, shortly after trad/thrash metal band Sleepless released its debut LP. Looking for a new creative outlet, Sleepless guitarist Eric Sexton-Dorsett began writing a series of dissonant, groove-heavy tracks, something that channeled the high-powered spirit of bands like Def Leppard, while drawing on the chaos of Voivod and Morbid Angel.

After tracking initial guitar parts, Eric brought in drummer Ryan McPhaill to lay down drum tracks. The results exceeded expectations; every take locked in with the raw energy and precision the project demanded.

With a solid foundation in place, Eric filed the songs under the name Alpha Destroyer and started mapping out the next phase.

Soon after, on the Monsters of Rock Cruise, Eric met bassist Kelly LeMieux (Goldfinger, Buckcherry) through mutual friend Kevin Hahn (vocalist/lead guitarist for Sleepless and now a guitarist for Alpha Destroyer). Late-night conversations on the cruise led to a strong creative connection. Back in Portland, Kelly heard the early tracks and immediately added his signature, larger-than-life basslines. The songs, now three deep, began to take shape.

In 2024, another key moment happened on the same cruise. Eric met Martin Sweet (Crashdïet), a longtime influence. After staying in touch, Eric sent him the developing tracks, initially just to contribute guitar, yet Martin offered something more: vocals. His performance on the first completed track, “Straight into the Grind,” helped define the band’s sound and opened the door to a deeper collaboration. What was meant to be a four-song EP quickly expanded as the ideas flowed naturally.

The result is Fast Lane, a 10-track debut album that rides the line between doom-laced introspection and high-octane rock. The title track and first single, “Fast Lane,” kicks things off with a punk-edged urgency and Martin’s heavy yet melodic take on personal struggle.

With new music already in the works and plans for live dates in 2026, Alpha Destroyer is just getting started.

THE STORM IS BUILDING. ALPHA DESTROYER IS COMING.

Follow ALPHA DESTROYER on Facebook and Instagram

Source: ClawHammer PR

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KING DIAMOND Welcomes Legendary Guitarist Gus G. To The Band!

Posted in Heavy Metal, horror, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on July 24, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Akis Douzlatzis

KING DIAMOND is thrilled to announce the addition of guitar virtuoso Gus G. (Firewind, ex-Ozzy Osbourne) to the band’s lineup. Gus G. joins as guitarist and will compose, record, and tour with KING DIAMOND going forward, marking an exciting new chapter in the band’s storied history.

The band extends their deepest gratitude and utmost respect to Andy LaRocque, whose extraordinary 40-year contribution to KING DIAMOND has left a permanent and irreplaceable mark on the band’s legacy and on heavy metal as a whole. Andy’s musicianship, dedication, and artistry have been an essential part of what makes this band what it is, and that will never be forgotten.

Comments KING DIAMOND, “It’s a big honor for me to welcome Gus G. as our new guitarist. Gus will still continue with all his current projects, Firewind, solo project, etc. No restrictions, just careful planning. We are already working with Gus and I simply can’t wait for you to hear all the new KING DIAMOND music with him playing guitar on it! STAY HEAVY — King.”

One of heavy metal’s most celebrated and in-demand guitarists, Gus G., born Konstantinos Karamitroudis in Thessaloniki, Greece, has built one of the most impressive resumes in the genre. As founder and driving force behind Firewind for over two decades and ten studio albums, and as Ozzy Osbourne’s lead guitarist from 2009 to 2017, contributing to the Grammy-nominated album Scream (2010), Gus G. has proven himself to be one of the most versatile and technically gifted players in metal.

A celebrated solo artist with six albums to his name, he has also appeared as a guest on records by Bruce Dickinson, Arch Enemy, Doro Pesch, In This Moment, and many more. He has graced the covers of Guitar World, Total Guitar, Metal Hammer, and Young Guitar, and earned accolades including Metal Hammer’s Golden God Award for Best Shredder. His addition to KING DIAMOND represents a pairing of two of heavy metal’s most iconic forces.

KING DIAMOND and Gus G. are already deep in the creative process together, working on what promises to be one of the most anticipated new chapters in the band’s career. Fans can expect new music from the full lineup in the future. Stay tuned for further announcements.

Follow Gus G.:

https://www.gusgofficial.com

https://www.instagram.com/gusgofficial

http://www.youtube.com/firetv

About KING DIAMOND:

KING DIAMOND is quite possibly the most recognizable and prolific personality ever in heavy metal. Revered by icons as big as Metallica and Pantera and inspiring newer upstarts globally, KING DIAMOND, the man and the band, have left an indelible mark on the history, and now again, the future of heavy metal.

In August of 2008, KING DIAMOND joined Metallica on stage at Ozzfest in Dallas to perform the Mercyful Fate medley made famous from the Garage, Inc. album. Additionally, KING DIAMOND was featured alongside Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister as a playable character in Guitar Hero: Metallica in 2009.

By 2012, KING DIAMOND was prepared to return to the stage for a select number of shows. The band’s triumphant return were the highlights of both the Hellfest and Sweden Rock festivals in France and Sweden. Fans were treated to the largest and most involved stage production in the band’s storied history. 

KING DIAMOND continued to hit the stage from 2013 to 2018 including performances at Rock Hard Festival (DE), Copenhell (DK), Graspop (BE), Bloodstock Open Air (UK), Loudpark (JP), Wacken Open Air (DE), and Psycho Las Vegas (US), among many others.

In 2019, after the release of KING DIAMOND‘s first new single in twelve years, “Masquerade Of Madness,” the band hit the road with a series of live shows across Europe and North America.

In 2024, KING DIAMOND completed a massively successful North American headlining tour, during which they premiered new material live for the first time in years, including the brand-new track “Electro Therapy,” before an ecstatic fanbase. On December 17th, 2024, the band released “Spider Lilly,” their first new single in five years and the first single and video taken from their forthcoming new Horror Trilogy, of which part one is titled Saint Lucifer’s Hospital 1920.

Mixed and mastered by Arthur Rizk and directed by David Brodsky of My Good Eye Visuals, with footage filmed at the notoriously haunted Pennhurst Asylum outside of Philadelphia, the single features a special guest appearance by Danish vocalist Myrkur. Written entirely by KING DIAMOND, “Spider Lilly” was met with an enthusiastic global response, reaffirming the band’s place at the forefront of heavy metal and whetting fans’ appetites for the full trilogy to come.

KING DIAMOND‘s 40+ year musical career is one of the most storied in the history of heavy metal, but the tale is not yet over. The most recent album, 2007’s Grammy-nominated Give Me Your Soul…Please, stands as one of the most critically acclaimed albums in an already iconic discography. Future albums will feature entirely new horror stories, concepts, haunting orchestrations, and the band’s signature brand of heavy metal. Many more albums, tours, and ventures lay ahead.

KING DIAMOND Lineup:
King Diamond – vocals
Gus G. – guitars
Mike Wead – guitars
Pontus Egberg – bass
Matt Thompson – drums

https://kingdiamondcoven.com

https://www.instagram.com/kingdiamond

https://www.facebook.com/kingdiamond

https://www.metalblade.com

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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CLOVEN HOOF – Announce New Album Never A Prophet In Your Own Land ~ First Single “Iron Mask” Out Now!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on July 21, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Cloven Hoof‘s tenth full-length studio album entitled Never A Prophet In Your Own Land, will release on September 25th, 2026 via High Roller Records. Pre-sale + first single very soon! 

Watch the First Single “Iron Mask” Lyric Video 
HERE

Once again, the vocal performance of “The Tyrant” is world-class. Lee Payne smirks: “The praise is all Harry’s. We are indeed fortunate to have such a brilliant vocalist and frontman in the band.”

“Never A Prophet In Your Own Land is not in fact a direct continuation of Heathen Cross,” continues Payne. “Heathen Cross had its own darkly heavy and brooding atmosphere. Never A Prophet In Your Own Land resembles A Sultan’s Ransom more closely, yet this resemblance was not contrived or planned. It just turned out that way.”

Never A Prophet In Your Own Land is a varied album, containing mid-tempo songs, faster tunes, epic compositions and straight heavy metal rockers, a very good mixture. “Thank you for the kind words,” beams the legendary bassist. “We wanted to make this album as rich and varied as we could, to show how far the band has progressed musically. We are in a golden place right now, and the whole record-writing process happens organically. This album has everything you could wish for in the heavy metal genre. It shows our versatility in a way that A Sultan’s Ransom did eclectically. But it takes this versatility one step further in the most satisfying album we have ever done.”

TRACK-LISTING:
01 Terror from the Sky 
02 Conquistador 
03 Never a Prophet 
04 Gypsy Roller 
05 The Bigger They Are
06 Iron Mask 
07 Phantom Chaser 
08 Flying Dutchman 
09 Prodigal Son 
10 Seven Sacred Wonders

LINE-UP:
Lee Payne – bass guitar
Harry (The Tyrant) Conklin – lead vocals
Luke Hatton – lead guitar
Chris Coss – lead guitar
Chris Dando – keyboards, backing vocals
Ash Baker – drums, backing vocals

Artwork by: Dimitar Nikolov ART 
Band photo by: Marco Vexus 

ON-LINE:
https://www.facebook.com/clovenhoof1979
https://www.hrrecords.de/CLOVEN-HOOF
https://clovenhoof.net/

Source: High Roller Records

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APOCÆLYPSE Announces Debut Album FÆNIX, Out August 28 ~ Unleashed Explosive New Single “BLACK BOX”

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on July 20, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

“BLACK BOX” Single Artwork

Mind Melting Metal Band Led By Ira Black
(Vio-Lence, Lizzy Borden, Metal Church) 

Following the breakout success of their debut single “INTELL-I-GENTS,” metal powerhouse APOCÆLYPSE returns with “BLACK BOX,” an emotionally charged new single that arrives alongside the announcement of the band’s highly anticipated debut album, FÆNIX, due August 28.

Founded by acclaimed guitarist Ira Black (Vio-Lence, Lizzy Borden, Metal Church), APOCÆLYPSE made an immediate impact with “INTELL-I-GENTS.” The song’s cinematic music video has garnered more than 1.4 million views while the single debuted on Billboard’s Radio Chart, introducing the band’s unique blend of crushing modern metal, cinematic storytelling, and thought-provoking songwriting to audiences worldwide.

Accompanying the release of “BLACK BOX” is a gripping new music video directed by Black and co-directed by Vincente Cordero (Industrialism Films), bringing the song’s deeply personal themes to life through striking cinematic visuals.

If “INTELL-I-GENTS” looked outward at humanity’s increasingly uneasy relationship with artificial intelligence, “BLACK BOX” turns inward, offering APOCÆLYPSE’s most vulnerable and personal statement yet. Driven by soaring melodies, crushing riffs, and unflinching honesty, the song explores survival, healing, and the courage required to confront one’s past.

Regarding the new single, Black explains:

“‘Black Box’ is the most personal song I’ve ever written. It’s a journey into my own mind, the Black Box. Like the device recovered from a plane crash, it holds the evidence of everything that went wrong, but also the key to understanding how I survived. Inside are the scars of a broken upbringing, addiction, loss, and decades spent chasing a dream that often felt impossible. For most of my life, I kept that box sealed shut. This song is about opening it. It’s about confronting the pain, owning the wreckage, and finding strength in the truth. ‘Black Box’ is my story of survival, a testament to the fact that no matter how many times life knocks you down, you can still rise, heal, and find your way home.”

“BLACK BOX” was produced by Black, executive produced by Andy Fetyko, mixed by Kane Churko (OZZY OSBOURNE, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH, PAPA ROACH) and mastered by Maor Appelbaum (SEPULTURA, FAITH NO MORE, LIMP BIZKIT). Along with founding frontman and guitarist Black, APOCÆLYPSE’s lineup includes his son Ira Black IV on guitar, Matt Snell on bass and Lonny Pasillas on drums.

Stream “BLACK BOX“: 

https://vyd.co/ApocaelypseBlackBox

“BLACK BOX” MUSIC VIDEO: 
https://youtu.be/9LswZW5GjEE

Set for release on August 28, FÆNIX marks the arrival of a fearless new voice in modern metal. Blending veteran musicianship with a forward-thinking creative vision, the album explores both personal and societal struggles through a collection of songs that balance crushing heaviness with cinematic scope and emotional depth. True to its title, FÆNIX is ultimately a story of resilience, transformation, and rising from adversity.

With anticipation continuing to build following the breakout success of “INTELL-I-GENTS,” “BLACK BOX” offers another compelling glimpse into FÆNIX, setting the stage for one of modern metal’s most anticipated debut albums when it arrives on August 28.

“INTELL-I-GENTS” MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmuct_tKPgg

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Progressive Power Metal Act OSYRON Launch Kickstarter Campaign For Fifth Full-Length Album

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

[Photo Credit: Angela Ambrose]

Support OSYRON On Kickstarter HERE!

Canada’s progressive power metal act OSYRON produce a sound fueled with intensity blending cinematic soundscapes with intricate melodies and contrasting vocal styles. Powerful lyrics are at the core of the band’s epic storytelling and creative prowess. 

As OSYRON prepare to embark on their next chapter, the band have launched a Kickstarter Campaign providing supporters with rewards and early glimpses from their forthcoming fifth studio album. 

Rewards include: 

  • Digital Download
  • CD Bundles
  • Vinyl Bundles
  • Handwritten Lyric Bundles
  • Release Show Package – incl. ticket to the album release concert in Calgary, AB, Canada
  • Deluxe Packages – including a T-shirt, hoodie, private listening party access & more
  • Musicians Bundle – including tabs and isolated tracks to learn the songs
  • Exclusive/limited options including vocal lessons, your name in the album credits or music video credits, first look at music videos, used drum gear from the studio, the Momentous tour backdrop, and more!

Support OSYRON On Kickstarter HERE!

About OSYRON:
Originally formed in 2012, the band’s current lineup is comprised of vocalist Reed Alton, guitarists Krzysztof Stalmach and Bobby Harley, bassist Tyler Corbett, and drummer Cody Anstey.

Their latest album, Momentous (2022), reached new heights gaining international praise, including the single release “The Deafening”, featuring Stu Block (ICED EARTH, ANNIHILATOR, INTO ETERNITY) and Percival Schuttenbach (The Witcher 3 OST). Achieving multiple features on Spotify’s All New Metal playlist Momentous has over 174,000 streams on Spotify alone to date. In the following year, OSYRON was nominated for the 2023 Western Canadian Music Awards “Metal Band of the Year”.

Beyond the streams, OSYRON has shared the stage with renowned groups such as NIGHTWISH, INSOMNIUM, EVERGREY, DARK TRANQUILLITY, KAMELOT, DRAGONFORCE, AMORPHIS, KREATOR, DESTRUCTION, HYPOCRISY, and many more at their performance on 70,000 Tons of Metal.

OSYRON‘s metal version of “O Canada” was licensed for a Destination Canada ski video that was shown before all screenings of Warren Miller’s 2021 movie Winter Starts Now, and the band received the prestigious FACTOR Canada “Juried Sound Recording” grant in 2021.

In summer 2023, OSYRON played their first European festival at Rock Castle in Czechia alongside HAMMERFALL, AMARANTHE, U.D.O., ALESTORM, BEAST IN BLACK, DORO, and more. The quintet brought their world-class sound on the road that same year touring North America over 16 dates supporting SEVEN KINGDOMS.

OSYRON returned to Europe in the summer of 2024 on a 6-date tour bookended by festivals where they shared the stage with JUDAS PRIEST, BRUCE DICKINSON, AVANTASIA, and ACCEPT at Masters of Rock in Czechia.

OSYRON is deep in the process of finalizing their forthcoming full length studio album, intended for release in late 2026.

Connect With OSYRON:
Official Website: https://www.osyron.com
Bandcamp: https://osyron.bandcamp.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/osyron
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/osyronband
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/osyron
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5bBK2zUbVtvkvbtVBjchFB

Source: C Squared Music

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SERIOUS BLACK Announce New Studio Album: Keeper Of The Light ~ First Single & Video “Last Man Standing” Out Now 

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

[Photo credit: Markus Konetzka]

New Album Keeper Of The Light Arrives January 29, 2027 
Via PERCEPTION – A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music

Stream the new single here: https://seriousblack.rpm.link/standingPR 

Power metal force SERIOUS BLACK has announced the release of their brand-new studio album, Keeper Of The Light, arriving on January 29, 2027 via PERCEPTION – A Division Of Reigning Phoenix Music. In support, the band will embark on an extensive tour throughout Europe with RHAPSODY OF FIRE and support bands.

Marking the band’s next chapter, the album once again showcases everything fans have come to expect from SERIOUS BLACK: massive guitar riffs, driving rhythms, soaring melodies and the unmistakable vocals of Nikola Mijic, all wrapped in a powerful, modern production by Mario Lochert and Bob Katsionis.

Bringing together energy, emotion, melody and uncompromising power metal passion, Keeper Of The Light continues the band’s impressive evolution while staying true to the sound that has earned them international success, frenetically acclaimed live shows worldwide and a loyal fanbase.

The album is now available for pre-save and pre-order: 

https://seriousblack.rpm.link/keeperPR

To celebrate the announcement, SERIOUS BLACK have released the album’s first single, “Last Man Standing,” accompanied by a brand-new official music video. The song delivers an uplifting anthem about perseverance, self-belief and refusing to give up, even when faced with doubt, ridicule and resistance.

“For me, this song is more relevant than ever when you look at today’s society”, Mario Lochert reveals. “Someone who believes in themselves, pursues their own goals and wants to achieve something is often laughed at or not taken seriously. You hear comments like: ‘You’d be better off learning a proper trade’ or are simply labelled a weirdo. It was no different for me back then. But the initial laughter later turned into envy and resentment. Last Man Standing is precisely about this journey and about staying true to your own path despite all the opposition.”

Stream the single here: https://seriousblack.rpm.link/standingPR 

Watch the official video premiering here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2IS3j2G0YE

[Artwork by Ingo Spörl]

Keeper Of The Light – Track-list:
1. Last Man Standing
2. Final Ride
3. Guardian Of Eden
4. Majestica
5. Light Up the Sky
6. Keeper Of The Light
7. Party In The Sun
8. Little Bird Fly
9. Rise Of A Hero
10. Bad Surprise
11. Lords Of Metal

Since their formation, SERIOUS BLACK have established themselves as one of the leading names in modern power metal. Combining the experience of musicians from renowned metal acts with memorable songwriting, crushing guitars, anthemic choruses and emotionally charged melodies, the band has built a strong international reputation. 

With multiple charting releases, more than 200 concerts worldwide, and acclaimed performances at major festivals and tours across Europe, Asia and beyond, SERIOUS BLACK continue to prove why they remain one of the genre’s most compelling live acts. Keeper Of The Light perfectly captures the band’s trademark blend of power, melody and passion while pushing their sound forward with renewed energy.

All of the eleven songs on the album will see SERIOUS BLACK stylistically return to its roots. Straight, classic power metal, the sound the band once became known for reigns again. “The return to what once characterized us was already indicated on “Vengeance Is Mine” and “Rise Of Akhenaton”,” Lochert explains the natural evolution of the band and adds: “Since joining five years ago, our singer Nikola Mijic has turned out to be a real jewel for us. Because of his expressive voice and his intuitive feeling for great melodies, the songs have gained more clarity and a more direct presence.”

SERIOUS BLACK:
Nikola Mijic – Vocals
Mario Lochert – Bass
Dominik Sebastian – Guitar
Maurus Mayer – Guitar, Keys
Christian Widmann – Drums

SERIOUS BLACK – 2027 Tour Dates:
07.01.27 – DE – ESSEN Turock
08.01.27 – NL – TILBURG O13
09.01.27 – DE – SIEGBURG Kubana
11.01.27 – UK – LONDON Underworld
12.01.27 – UK – MANCHESTER Rebellion
13.01.27 – UK – WOLVERHAMPTON KK’s Steel Mill
14.01.27 – FR – LILLE The Black Lab
15.01.27 – FR – VAUREAL Le Forum
16.01.27 – FR – LIMOGES CCM John Lennon
17.01.27 – FR – BORDEAUX Rocher de Palmer
19.01.27 – ES – MADRID Revi Live
20.01.27 – ES – BARCELONA Salamandra
21.01.27 – FR – MONTPELLIER Victoire 2
22.01.27 – FR – TOULOUSE Metronum
23.01.27 – FR – RIOM La Puce a L’Oreille
24.01.27 – FR – COLMAR Le Grillen
26.01.27 – DE – ERLENBACH Beavers
27.01.27 – CH – PRATTELN Z7
28.01.27 – FR – GRENOBLE L’Ilyade
29.01.27 – IT – MILANO Alcatraz
30.01.27 – DE – LINDAU Vaudeville
31.01.27 – DE – MUNICH Backstage
02.02.27 – HU – BUDAPEST Analog Music Club
03.02.27 – SK – NITRA JS Retro Bar
04.02.27 – CZ – PRAHA Futurum
05.02.27 – PL – KRAKOW Studio
06.02.27 – PL – WARSAW Stodola
07.02.27 – DE – LEIPZIG Hellraiser
08.02.27 – DE BERLIN Orwo Haus *
09.02.27 – DE HAMBURG Logo*
10.02.27 – BE KORTRIJK DVG Club*
11.02.27 – DE STUTTGART Wizemann *
12.02.27 – DE SELB Rockclub Nordbayern *

  • Headliner Shows without RHAPSODY OF FIRE

More on SERIOUS BLACK:
https://serious-black.com

https://www.facebook.com/seriousblackofficial

https://www.instagram.com/seriousblack.official

https://www.youtube.com/@seriousblackofficial4392

Source: C Squared Music

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METAL CHURCH – Dead To Rights Tour 2026 Kicks Off Today!

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

From Metal Church Facebook:

DEAD TO RIGHTS TOUR 2026 (MORE DATES TBA)
Grab your concert tickets and your VIP M&G tickets right here:

https://www.metalchurchofficial.com/tour

See YOU in the pit!!

🇺🇸 July 17 – Derry, New Hampshire, USA

🇨🇦 July 18 – Montreal, Quebec, Canada

🇨🇦 July 19 – Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

🇨🇦 July 21 – Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

🇺🇸 July 22 – Newton, New Jersey, USA

🇺🇸 July 23 – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

🇺🇸 July 24 – Rochester, New York, USA

🇺🇸 July 25 – Reading, Pennsylvania, USA

🇺🇸 July 26 – Leesburg, Virginia, USA

🇩🇰 July 30 – Copenhagen, Denmark

🇸🇪 July 31 – Rejmyre, Sweden

🇸🇪 August 1 – Gothenburg, Sweden

🇸🇪 August 2 – Lund, Sweden

🇩🇪 August 4 – Kiel, Germany

🇨🇿 August 5 – Jaroměř, Czech Republic

🇩🇪 August 7 – Cologne, Germany

🇧🇪 August 8 – Kortrijk, Belgium

🇩🇪 August 9 – Geiselwind, Germany

🇩🇪 August 11 – Karlsruhe, Germany

🇩🇪 August 12 – Obertraubling, Germany

🇵🇱 August 13 – Kraków, Poland

🇩🇪 August 14 – Leipzig, Germany

🇺🇸 September 17 – Louisville, Kentucky, USA

🇺🇸 September 18 – Westland, Michigan, USA

🇺🇸 September 19 – Madison, Wisconsin, USA

🇯🇵 October 9 – Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

🇯🇵 October 10 – Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

🇯🇵 October 11 – Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

🇺🇸 November 2 – San Juan Capistrano, California, USA

🇺🇸 November 3 – Pomona, California, USA

🇺🇸 November 4 – Phoenix, Arizona, USA

🇺🇸 November 6 – Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA

🇺🇸 November 7 – Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA

🇺🇸 November 8 – Denver, Colorado, USA

🇺🇸 November 10 – Boise, Idaho, USA

🇺🇸 November 11 – Great Falls, Montana, USA

🇺🇸 November 13 – Portland, Oregon, USA

🇺🇸 November 14 – Bremerton, Washington, USA

🇨🇦 November 15 – Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

🇺🇸 November 17 – San Francisco, California, USA

🇺🇸 November 18 – Roseville, California, USA

🇺🇸 November 19 – Los Angeles, California, USA

🇺🇸 November 20 – San Diego, California, USA

🇺🇸 November 21 – Agoura Hills, California, USA

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SOULFLY – Fall USA Tour With NAILBOMB and INCITE | Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

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

From Soulfly Facebook:

TRIBE! Join SOULFLY in the US this fall with NAILBOMB And INCITE.

General admission tickets for the tour go on sale July 15th at 10am local time.

https://www.soulfly.com/tour

Which show will we see you at?!

09.18 Louisville, KY @ Louder Than Life **
09.19 Columbia, MO @ The Blue Note
09.20 Tulsa, OK @ Boman Twin
09.21 Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live
09.22 San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger
09.23 Dallas, TX @ Trees
09.24 Kansas City, MO @ Warehouse on Broadway
09.25 Iowa City, IA @ Wildwood
09.26 McHenry, IL @ The Vixen
09.27 Sioux Falls, SD @ BIGs
09.29 Casper, WY @ Oil City Beer Company
09.30 Cheyenne, WY @ The Lincoln
10.01 Denver, CO @ Levitt Pavilion
10.02 Salt Lake City, UT @ Aces High
10.04 Sacramento, CA @ Aftershock**
10.05 San Jose, CA @ The Ritz
10.06 San Luis Obispo, CA @ SLO Brew
10.07 Palmdale, CA @ Transplants Brewery
10.08 West Hollywood, CA @ Whisky A Go-Go
10.09 Las Vegas, NV @ Swan Dive
10.10 Costa Mesa, CA @ The Wayfarer
10.11 Pomona, CA @ The Glass House Concert Hall
10.12 San Diego, CA @ Soda Bar
10.14 Yuma, AZ @ Arizona Marketplace
10.15 Tempe, AZ @ The Marquee
** SOULFLY only

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BRAINSTORM Announce New Studio Album, Nightfall, To Arrive in Spring 2027 – via Reigning Phoenix Music!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on July 8, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

A new chapter begins. German metal veterans BRAINSTORM have officially announced their brand-new studio album, Nightfall. The band’s forthcoming full-length will be released via Reigning Phoenix Music in Spring 2027, marking the next milestone in a career spanning more than three decades.

Following the critically acclaimed Plague Of Rats, BRAINSTORM continue to expand the lyrical universe inspired by Indian mythology while delivering the powerful songwriting, memorable hooks and unmistakable heaviness that have become the band’s trademark. At the same time, Nightfall will see the band embracing an even rawer and more dynamic approach, reaffirming the qualities that have made BRAINSTORM one of Germany’s most enduring metal acts.

Nightfall also introduces BRAINSTORM‘s current lineup, welcoming bassist Danij Perl and drummer Kevin Lütolf. Together with vocalist Andy B. Franck and guitarists Torsten Ihlenfeld and Milan Loncaric, the renewed lineup has forged an album that confidently looks ahead while staying true to the band’s unmistakable identity.

Andy B. Franck comments:
“It’s been a while since you last heard from me, right? Well, buckle up because next year sees the release of our new album, Nightfall, which takes us even deeper into the realm of Indian mythology and more demonic realms.

Nightfall brings you to a world of beauty and grace, but also of death and despair. I’m so excited and can’t wait to drag you all down into these abysses with me, haha! I’m really keen to bring more of that raw, primal power back into the traditional sound. The result is going to blow your minds, and with my friend Seeb (Sebastian ‘Seeb’ Leverman\Orden Ogan) at the mixing desk, we can look forward to an awesome metal album in the spring of ’27! So, get ready for an incredible journey…”

Further details about Nightfall, including a first single and more info, will be revealed in the coming months.

Connect with BRAINSTORM:
www.brainstorm-web.net
www.facebook.com/officialbrainstorm
www.instagram.com/official.brainstorm

Source: C Squared Music

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CoreLeoni – Announce Their New Studio Album Generection ~ Video For First Single “Generation Rock” Streaming Now

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , on July 5, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Pre-Order Generection HERE! https://coreleoni.rpm.link/generectionPR

Stream “Generation Rock” HERE! https://coreleoni.rpm.link/rockPR

CoreLeoni led by Gotthard founding member Leo Leoni, have announced the release of their new studio album Generection, set for release on September 11 via Reigning Phoenix Music. Marking the band’s fourth album since its formation in 2017 and the second featuring vocalist Gent Bushpepa, Generection sees CoreLeoni returning to their roots with their heaviest and hardest-hitting record to date.

Built on a foundation of unreleased tracks, the album showcases the powerhouse lineup of Alex Motta (drums), Mila Merker (bass), and Jgor Gianola (guitars), standing as unshakable pillars of the band’s sound.

While heavier and harder than its predecessors, Generection never sacrifices warmth or atmosphere, especially in its most intimate moments. With the entire band contributing more to the songwriting than ever before, the result aligns perfectly with Leo Leoni‘s unmistakable signature sound.

Generection is available for pre-order now: https://coreleoni.rpm.link/generectionPR

Of all the tracks on Generection, “Generation Rock” best captures the album’s generational spirit. The riff cuts like a knife, while the breakneck rhythm will have neck muscles tensing in anticipation of the inevitable headbanging.

Blending raw power with analog warmth, the song unites distant generations through a shared musical dream. The common thread is music itself, as Leo channels timeless emotions that still burn close to the heart. This first single perfectly embodies the album’s concept: just turn it up!

Stream “Generation Rock”: https://coreleoni.rpm.link/rockPR

Watch the official video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YefrFjCB9WM

Generection – Track-list:
1. Last Goodbye
2. Generation Rock
3. Howling At The Moon
4. Sex On The Beach
5. Believe
6. Vision
7. Rock’n’Roll Rebel
8. Don’t Tell Me
9. I’m Afraid I’m In Love
10. Yearning
11. Lady Marmalade (Digital Album Only)

The analog mix is one of the defining characteristics of Generection, recreating the magic of ’70s and ’80s recordings while injecting a modern edge. Razor-sharp riffs, driving rhythms, and just the right touch of sweetness and dimension make this an album that opens a door to the past for younger listeners while reconnecting older rockers with their roots.

Since launching CoreLeoni in 2017, Leo Leoni has built the project into a celebrated hard rock force that bridges generations. With Gent Bushpepa once again delivering a commanding vocal performance and a band firing on all cylinders, Generection stands as a powerful statement of intent, honouring classic rock traditions while pushing confidently forward.

The Digipak CD edition also includes a bonus disc featuring the “Live At Hallenstadion” concert, recorded in Zürich, Switzerland, in July 2025 and previously available only as a digital release.

Connect with CoreLeoni:
https://www.coreleoni.com

https://www.facebook.com/coreleoni

https://www.instagram.com/coreleoni

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THE NIGHT ETERNAL Presents “Caught In A Spell” Video/Single ~ Cold Velvet Full-Length To Drop August 21st On Metal Blade Records 

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on July 2, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Nona Limmen

“Caught In A Spell” is the latest single from up-and-coming German melancholic heavy metal troupe, THE NIGHT ETERNAL. The track comes off the band’s upcoming Metal Blade debut, Cold Velvet, set to drop on August 21st.

Comments the band, “‘Caught In A Spell’ delivers the perfect heavy metal soundtrack for a night drive. Driven by a hypnotic groove and a powerful sing-along chorus, the song evokes images of endless highways and a restless sense of wanderlust, pulling the listener towards the unknown. Director Robert Piel underlines this atmosphere with a striking video clip, following a Harley-Davidson–riding knight through a cinematic road-movie journey.”

Watch THE NIGHT ETERNAL’s “Caught In A Spell” video HERE.

Watch THE NIGHT ETERNAL’s previously released video for “Where This World Ends” HERE.

Since their foundation in 2018, THE NIGHT ETERNAL have built themselves a serious reputation with their ‘70s and ‘80s guitar-driven sounds in their very own sinister guise. The band´s previous two full-lengths, Moonlit Cross (2021) and Fatale (2023), gained applause by fans and critics alike, which resulted in successful support tours (Blind Guardian, Michael Schenker Group, Angel Witch, Lucifer) and festival gigs (Wacken, Summer Breeze, Hellfest, Alcatraz) throughout Europe as well as a spot on the infamous Hell’s Heroes fest in Houston, Texas.

With Cold Velvet, the band ultimately carved out its own subgenre, weaving darkness, dreamlike unease and deep melancholy into a dramatic yet untainted heavy metal rock ’n’ roll attitude. Recurring trademarks such as hypnotic, ritualistic rhythms, mesmeric guitar riffs, melodies and irresistibly catchy choruses permeate every track drawing the listener into a trance-like state and unleashing a relentless surge of dark energy and dopamine.

The band is currently featured on the cover of Deaf Forever Magazine. Writes the esteemed publication, “Incredible, where is this band heading next? To the very top, of course. And it would take the devil himself to prevent Cold Velvet from finally catapulting THE NIGHT ETERNAL to the pinnacle of the European scene. Catchier yet even more mystical than before, the German band throws their entire talent into the ring across eight tracks, leaving behind everything else attempting to navigate the dynamic interplay of goth rock, gritty heavy metal, and anthemic hard rock (#1 in Soundcheck).”  

Cold Velvet was recorded between May and December 2025, at Church Of Sound Studios in the greater area of Munich, Germany. Production, recording, and mixing duties were handled by Michael Zech, a guitarist of black metallers Secrets Of The Moon and a highly respected producer known for his work with Sulphur Aeon, Triptykon, and The Ruins Of Beverast, among others.

The record will be released on CD-digipak and digitally as well as vinyl in the following color variants:

180g black (US)
Clear Purple w/ Black Smoke (EU – Ltd. 1000; includes 7”, slipmat, velvet bag, gas lighter)
“Storm Cloud” Violet Blue Marbled (EU – Ltd. 700)
Steel Grey Blue Marble (EU – Ltd. 500)
Light Grey Blue Splatter (EU – Ltd. 300)
“Black Dust” Crystal Clear (EU – Ltd. 200)

Find preorders at: metalblade.com/thenighteternal.

Cold Velvet – Track Listing:

  1. Where This World Ends
  2. Eurydice (Don’t Look Back)
  3. Caught In A Spell
  4. When The Last Candle Dies
  5. The Veins Of Time
  6. The Watcher Of The Burning Veil
  7. Shape Of Sorrow
  8. Dance On Crimson Ground

THE NIGHT ETERNAL Live:
7/18/2026 Baden in Blut Festival – Weil am Rhein, DE
8/20/2026 Goldgrube – Kassel, DE * Release Show
8/21/2026 Bambi Galore – Hamburg, DE * Release Show
8/22/2026 Nord Sommerfest – Essen, DE * Release Show
8/27/2026 Drums of War Festival – Barcelona, ES
9/25/2026 Delta Zinnober – Essen, DE
w/ Messa:
10/27/2026 Le Dodu – Marseille, FR
10/28/2026 Sala Salamandra – Barcelona, ES
10/29/2026 Sala Copernico – Madrid, ES
10/30/2026 Antirouille – Montpellier, FR
10/31/2026 Rock Art Festival – Trier, DE * THE NIGHT ETERNAL only
11/01/2026 Petit Bain – Paris, FR
11/03/2026 Cathouse – Glasgow, UK
11/04/2026 Rebellion – Manchester, UK
11/05/2026 Rescue Rooms – Nottingham, UK
11/06/2026 Thekla – Bristol, UK
11/07/2026 The Garage – London, UK
11/09/2026 13 – Tilburg, NL
11/10/2026 Kavka – Antwerp, BE
11/12/2026 Franz Club – Berlin, DE
11/13/2026 Logo – Hamburg, DE
11/14/2026 Rockpalast – Bochum, DE
11/15/2026 Artheater – Cologne, DE
11/17/2026 Das Bett – Frankfurt, DE
11/18/2026 Backstage – Club Munich, DE
11/19/2026 Dynamo – Zurich, CH
11/20/2026 Sunset Bar – Martigny, CH
11/21/2026 Live Club – Trezzo sull’Adda, IT

THE NIGHT ETERNAL:
Ricardo Baum – vocals
Robert Richter – guitar
Henry Käseberg – guitar
Aleister Präkelt – drums

“Gloomy metal from my hometown. Beautiful!” – Mille Petrozza, Kreator

“With their new record, THE NIGHT ETERNAL cements even further, why they are the rightful defenders of the New Wave of German Heavy Metal and a staple of contemporary brutal night time rocking. Who let the bats out?!” – Johanna Sadonis, Lucifer

“Genuine emotions that sweep you back and forth, plunging you into the depths and soaring you to new heights. With this album, THE NIGHT ETERNAL fills the gaping void in my musical heart, the gap between rock-infused wave and rousing metal, like no one else can.” – Maik Weichert, Heaven Shall Burn

“If THE NIGHT ETERNAL have played Champions League with Fatale, Cold Velvet secures them a safe spot in the play offs right away. Huge songs, huge sound and maybe one of the best vocalists our generation has to offer. THE NIGHT ETERNAL is the next big thing!” – S. Castevet, Vulture

https://www.facebook.com/thenighteternal

https://www.instagram.com/thenighteternal_official

https://thenighteternal.bandcamp.com

https://www.metalblade.com

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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