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SONUM – Italian Death Metal Visionaries Premiere New Single “In This Void We Dwell” | The Obscure Light Awaits LP Out Soon

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on March 19, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Line-up:
Thomas Girardello – Vocals, Bass
Mirko Marchesini – Guitars
Francesco Tresca – drums

Italian death metallers SONUM are now premiering their new single, “In This Void We Dwell”. The track is taken from their upcoming second album, The Obscure Light Awaits, set for release on April 11th, 2025, via Dusktone. With this song, SONUM open the gates to a dark and relentless sonic journey, blending sharp riffs and oppressive atmospheres into an uncompromising assault.

Stream “In This Void We Dwell” at THIS LOCATION.

Following the critical acclaim of their debut, Visceral Void Entropy (2022), SONUM delve deeper into the labyrinthine realms of dissonance and atmosphere. The Obscure Light Awaits is an ambitious work that simultaneously pushes boundaries and honours the roots of the genre.

The album eschews unnecessary complexity in favour of a tight focus on songwriting, weaving together intricate, sibylline passages with a raw, unrelenting power that shows the influence of the pioneering works of old and contemporary death metal legends such as Gorguts, Morbid Angel, Execration and Artificial Brain.

A true testament to SONUM’s evolution, The Obscure Light Awaits presents a sonic journey defined by dark, otherworldly textures and relentless energy. The band’s ability to merge atmospheric depth with crushing riffs showcases their commitment to creating music that is both immersive and uncompromising. It’s an exploration of contrasts, between the abstract and the visceral, the chaotic and the structured.

Fans of progressive and atmospheric death metal will find The Obscure Light Awaits to be a landmark release that stands tall amidst this year’s most formidable works.

Stay tuned for more singles and further announcements as we approach the release date.

Track-list:

01. Due To Inner Mess…
02. In This Void We Dwell
03. Famine
04. Trapped In The Labyrinth of Aberration
05. Ad Mortem (Iter Est)
06. Beyond The Gate…
07. The Obscure Light Awaits
08. Nobody Is Innocent
09. Messenger Of Cosmic Dread
10. Deliver Us (Final Trip)

All songs produced by SONUM and Mixed & Mastered by Luca Dal Lago.

SONUM:

https://sonum.bandcamp.com/

https://www.facebook.com/sonum.deathmetal

https://www.instagram.com/sonum.deathmetal/

Dusktone:

https://dusktone.bandcamp.com/

https://www.dusktone.it/

https://www.facebook.com/dusktone

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Swedish Thrash & Speed Metal Masters HEXENHAUS To Reissue Their First Three Legendary Studio Albums On May 16th via ROAR!

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on March 18, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

On May 16, 2025, powerhouse label ROAR will proudly reissue the first three, iconic records by Swedish thrash and speed metal legends Hexenhaus: A Tribute To Insanity (1988), The Edge Of Eternity (1990), and Awakening (1991)! 

Available on CD, colored vinyl and digitally, the physical products will also come with new liner notes and an exclusive history text. All formats got remastered by Ronnie Björnström (Mezzrow a.o.). Find pre-order options listed below!

Depending on the path you chose, one could say that the story of Sweden’s best kept thrash metal secret starts all the way up in the northern parts of Sweden. In a city called Boden to be more precise. That’s where the metal force Maninnya Blade took it’s form during the middle of the 80:s. Their take on speed metal caught the interest of the young guitarist Mickael Vikström, better known as Mike Wead and later on the guitarist in both Mercyful Fate and King Diamond. He would start out as a fan of the band, but it didn’t take long until’ he was their new guitarist and the talk of the town.

“When I joined them they already had four great songs more or less done already. It was; “Requiem”, “The Dead Are Restless”, “Delirious” and “Eaten Alive”,“ Wead reveals. “The style was much heavier than the music we had done before and to mark the fresh start of the band, at least that’s how we saw it, we also decided to change the name from Maninnya to Hexenhaus. The name is German for witch’s house and is a reference to the Malefizhaus in Bamberg, Germany. A frightful place where hundreds of suspected witches were tortured and executed during the early 17:th century.”

To call the material “heavier than before” is an understatement. The music on the four songs that ended up on the today highly sought after demo cassette “Demo 1988” drew its inspiration from bands like Metallica, Slayer and Mercyful Fate. A stellar testimony of what was going around in the early thrash metal scene around that time. The lucky ones that possess the “Demo 1988” cassette got a true gem on their hands.

After signing with Axis Records, the band entered the studio to record their stellar debut album A Tribute To Insanity. Half of the album contains the four songs that made up the demo, as well as four more songs that seen the band combine ideas and trading riffs like never heard before on a Swedish metal album. A Tribute To Insanity was originally released on vinyl on the 17th of October 1988. Pre-order the ROAR reissue, a must-have that belongs into every well-sorted speed and thrash metal record collection, now on https://Hexenhaus.rpm.link/tributePR 

The follow-up album, The Edge Of Eternity, was released on November 1st 1990. To pre-order this reissue from ROAR, visit: https://Hexenhaus.rpm.link/eternityPR 

During the same time as The Edge Of Eternity was released in the early 90’s, Megadeth released their classic album Rust In Peace, Exodus came out with “Impact Is Imminent” and Germany’s Mekong Delta (who also was a big influence on The Edge Of Eternity) came out with their most popular album Dances Of Death (And Other Walking Shadows). To say that the thrash scene was looking good is an understatement, it was boiling hot!

In the midst of it stood Hexenhaus just waiting for the big breakthrough. “We thought that we would get approached by different management and offered tours that would take us all over Europe but that never happened”, Mike Wead sighs. “We were amateurs when it came to promote ourselves and how could we be anything else? We didn’t know that we needed to do more than creating albums to get a breakthrough!”

The re-release of Awakening, the band’s final album, is also now available for pre-order at: https://Hexenhaus.rpm.link/awakeningPR

When the offers didn’t come as expected, Mike and the band started to work on new material. But just like the last time it was with a new line-up who was more than ready to give their all for the band. Besides the broken bones, the blood and the gated reverbs, the recordings of Awakening went smooth. The album was released in August 1991 and much to the bands dismay nothing happened for them this time either. 

“Once again we got great reviews from abroad”, Mike recalls. “Big and important magazines like Metal Hammer, Kerrang, Metal Forces and Aardschok gave us fantastic reviews! Even better than the ones we’ve received before, but we just couldn’t break through. We were still stuck in Sweden doing small shows put together by fans.” The band called it a quits in 1992. 

Visit ROAR online: 
Homepage: https://www.roar-records.de
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rpmroar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rpm_roar/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rpmroar

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Out Now On ROAR: BLACK & DAMNED Releases New Studio Album “Resurrection” With Music Video For “Injustice”

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on March 16, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

The rise of darkness has finally come! Today, darkened power metal force BLACK & DAMNED celebrates the release of their epic new studio album, Resurrection that is out now on ROAR!

Available on CD, vinyl and in digital formats. You can order your favorite choice of format right here: 

https://blackanddamned.rpm.link/resurrectionpr

The band writes: “Hello metalheads! Today we are releasing our third album! We can proudly say that we have done everything possible to produce a great album for all our fans! That’s why we are very relieved that the pressure of the preparations can now fall off and we leave it up to you how the album will be received!”

A music video for their latest single, the furious “Injustice”, is now premiering below! Says the band: “With “Injustice” the fourth video from the new album is released today. This song is a little different from the first three singles. Here we show you the drama in our world! If you like it, we’d be happy if you bought the album on CD or vinyl! Cheers B&D!”

Watch “Injustice” video HERE

“In the four years since their much-acclaimed debut, BLACK & DAMNED have made a first-class name for themselves, sharing the stage with Vicious Rumors, Rage and Tankard, among others, and earning great reviews in the local magazines. “Black & Damned manage the balancing act between heaven and hell with flying colors”, attests Metal Hammer, while Breakout Magazine indulges: ”best stuff for all power metallers with heart.”

It is now clear that the band from the Stuttgart area can be described as a real enrichment of the heavy metal world and so they took no prisoners, used the energy of past live shows and composed ten new neckbreakers, which they recorded in the fall of 2024 under the aegis of ex-Primal Fear guitarist Stefan Leibing. Once again, this gripping melancholy hovers over the entire work, which is incredibly captivating and addictive. 

Order the album now at: https://blackanddamned.rpm.link/resurrectionpr

Resurrection – track listing:
01. Silence Breaker
02. Ruthless Wrath
03. Red Heavens
04. Bound By The Moon
05. Circle Of Amnesia
06. Injustice
07. Searing Flames
08. Shadows
09. Reborn In Solitude
10. Navigate Me To The Sun

BLACK & DAMNED:
Roland “Bobbes” Seidel – Vocals
Michael Vetter – Guitar
Aki Reissmann – Guitar
Pappe Lee – Bass
Axel Winkler – Drums

BLACK & DAMNED online: 
Homepage: https://www.blackanddamned.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackanddamned/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/black_and_damned/

Visit ROAR online: 
Homepage: https://www.roar-records.de
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rpmroar

Source: RPM-ROAR

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Finnish Thrash Legends BLOODRIDE Issue New Studio Update | Reveal First Details Of Upcoming Album: Deafening!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on March 16, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit: J.Hautala Photography

Finnish thrash veterans BLOODRIDE are back in the studio, forging their fifth album into a relentless sonic onslaught. Fueled by raw energy and precision, the band promises a thrash metal assault that will push boundaries and leave no neck unthrashed.

Now, BLOODRIDE unveils the album title: Deafening – a name as intense as the music itself! In their latest Studio Confessions from the Heart of the Metal Storm, guitarist Teemu Vähäkangas and bassist Esa Pennala share insights into the process:

Teemu: “The votes for the album title were bloody, but here we go, it’s Deafening! Everyone can interpret that as they wish. And as you can see from the tracklist, our songs still aren’t about kittens or sunny spring days…”

Esa: “Yeah, we’re sooo brutal! We’re also starting work on videos now. The hardest part was choosing which songs to feature. Since we try to be a democratic band, there was some voting involved.”

Teemu: “Not an easy task, because on this album, there are no fillers, only killers! Haha!”

Track-list for Deafening:

1 Sardonic Grin (Intro)
2 Kill without Hate
3 Come in Peace
4 Hindsight Einstein
5 Ashes Remain
6 Holy Simplicity
7 King of Pain
8 The Dark Triad
9 Simply Complicated
10 Death Sentinel
11 Erase and Replace
12 Fear Cage

More details, including release dates and video premieres, will be revealed soon. Stay tuned for the next wave of BLOODRIDE’s thrash fury!

BLOODRIDE Lineup:

  • Jykä Leskinen: Vocals
  • Esa Pennala: Bass
  • Simo Partanen: Guitar
  • Teemu Vähäkangas: Guitar
  • Petteri Lammassaari: Drums

More Band Information: www.bloodride.com | https://www.facebook.com/bloodride | 
https://www.instagram.com/bloodride666 | https://bloodride.bandcamp.com

Source: SPLIT SCREEN PR

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DOWN – To Kick Off Live Dates With DANZIG Next Week + Inn Of The Mountain Gods Mini-Documentary Now Playing

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

Photo by Metal Dave Media

Long-running heavy metal supergroup DOWN – featuring vocalist Philip H. Anselmo, guitarists Pepper Keenan and Kirk Windstein, drummer Jimmy Bower, and bassist Pat Bruders will return to the stage for six special shows supporting Danzig. The journey begins March 21st in Las Vegas, Nevada and runs through March 30th in Phoenix, Arizona. Additional support will be provided by Abbath and Cro-Mags.

Comments Anselmo, “We’ve known Glenn Danzig for a long time and when he comes a-callin’, we always try and jump at the chance to play with our Elder Master, therefore I’m looking forward to the gigs! Plus, my man Abbath and Cro-Mags?! This should be fun!”

Tickets are on sale now. See all confirmed dates below.

DOWN w/ Danzig, Abbath, Cro-Mags:
3/21/2025 The Virgin Theater @ Virgin Hotels – Las Vegas, NV
3/22/2025 Thunder Valley Casino Resort – Lincoln, CA
3/25/2025 Wamu Theater – Seattle, WA
3/26/2025 Moda Center – Theatre Of The Clouds – Portland, OR
3/29/2025 Kia Forum – Los Angeles, CA
3/30/2025 Arizona Financial Theatre – Phoenix, AZ

On June 20th of last year, DOWN was scheduled to perform a special one-off show at the Inn Of The Mountain Gods in Mescalero, New Mexico, their first in nearly two years. The show was postponed due to rapidly growing wildfires which were converging on a village inside a tribal reservation in the state. Thousands of residents in southern New Mexico were ordered to evacuate their homes. As a result, DOWN played two pop-up shows in Louisiana. Portions of the proceeds from each of those shows were donated to the Mescalero Apache Nation – South Fork Fire relief fund.

The Mescalero show was rescheduled for September 27th. Prior to the performance, Blue Shendo, Tribal Administrator of the Apache Mescalero Tribe, and Councilwoman Euphrasia Platta, as well as Miss Mescalero honored the band with two gifting ceremonies where they presented blankets as a sign of The Mescalero Apache Tribe’s appreciation to DOWN for raising awareness and their contribution of funds after the fires.

Recalls Anselmo, “To play a show for the music/metal fans from Mescalero was an absolute honor. The beautiful presentation from the local Apache Tribe was humbling, surreal, and strong. I’d play there again in a heartbeat.”

Adds Bower, “When we were invited to play the Inn Of The Mountain Gods, we knew from the start it would be special. Almost canceled due to wildfires, we played two shows in Louisiana to help raise funds for the locals in Mescalero. The show was rescheduled and we flew out the next month. Before the show, we were presented with embroidered native wool blankets in appreciation for our donation which was an absolute honor. The show was amazing. It was truly a special weekend.”

A short film documenting the event, shot by Metal Dave Media, can be viewed at THIS LOCATION.

You know it’s DOWN as soon as you hear them. There’s no mistaking those gargantuan riffs, swamp blues leads, crashing drums, and hypnotic howls for absolutely anybody else under the sun. The band upholds a certain tradition that countless fans celebrate, expanding their own musical mythos as they leave its pillars intact and untouched.

https://www.facebook.com/down

https://www.instagram.com/down_nola

https://housecorerecords.com

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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ONSLAUGHT – Sign To Reigning Phoenix Music & Announce Career Inspiring Double-Album: Origins Of Aggression

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

Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM) is proud to announce the signing of one of the most influential and relentless forces in thrash metal: ONSLAUGHT! The UK-based band, known for their unwavering aggression and decades of iconic anthems, has joined forces with the exciting new label to embark on a thrilling new chapter in their storied career.

Founding guitarist and songwriter Nige Rockett states:
“Signing with RPM is the start of an incredible new chapter for ONSLAUGHT. We’ve always pushed ourselves to create the most intense and aggressive music possible, and with RPM behind us, we’re taking things to a whole new level. ‘Origins Of Aggression’ is just the beginning, get ready for absolute carnage!”

Reigning Phoenix Music is equally excited about the new partnership:
“ONSLAUGHT is a cornerstone of thrash metal history, and we are honoured to welcome them to the RPM family. Their legacy of pure aggression and unrelenting energy aligns perfectly with our vision, and we are eager to bring their music to new heights together.”

To kick off this promising new union, ONSLAUGHT will release a special double album titled Origins Of Aggression, celebrating not only the 40th anniversary of their debut album Power From Hell, but also the pivotal beginnings of the band and thrash metal itself.

Set for release on May 23, 2025, the forthcoming offering will include a staggering 22 tracks, including re-recordings of the group’s most important and defining songs from their early years as well as a collection of punk and metal covers that deeply influenced ONSLAUGHT’s conception and development. The track list includes songs that were originally jammed during the band’s early rehearsals and served as a huge inspiration for the members to pick up their instruments and to create the ferocious music that has shaped them into legends.

ONSLAUGHT’s contribution to the thrash metal genre cannot be overstated: from their debut album Power From Hell (1985), which is being honoured with this new release, to their celebrated performances across the globe, they remain an untouchable force in the world of heavy metal. With over 40 years of history, the quintet has steadily continued to evolve, delivering relentless riffs and neck-breaking anthems, and cementing their place as pioneers of the British thrash scene.

Alongside Origins Of Aggression, fans can brace themselves for an electrifying preview of what’s ahead with the release of “Iron Fist”, ONSLAUGHT’s crushing take on the MOTÖRHEAD classic, which will arrive on March 27.

Pre-save the single here: https://onslaught.rpm.link/ironfistPR

The metal world can additionally look forward to their 2025 world tour, where the band will promote Origins Of Aggression and celebrate the 40th Power From Hell anniversary; including stops in Europe, the USA, Mexico, and Australia. Expect more exciting news in the near future. See you in the pit!

ONSLAUGHT are:
David Garnett | vocals, guitars
Nige Rockett | guitars
Wayne Dorman | guitars
Jeff Williams | bass
James Perry | drums

ONSLAUGHT live:

21.03.2025 US Houston, TX – Hell’s Heroes
19.04.2025 PT Odemira – Mira Fest

w/ TORANAGA LUXERA:
24.04.2025 UK Aberdeen – Krakatoa
25.04.2025 UK Edinburgh – The Mash House
26.04.2025 UK Glasgow – Audio

w/ CRYPTOSIS:
29.05.2025 DE Oldenburg – MTS Records
30.05.2025 DE Wittstock – Metal Power Open Air *
31.05.2025 DE Essen – Turock
01.06.2025 BE Diest – Hell
03.06.2025 FR Dijon – La Vapeur
04.06.2025 IT Paderno Dugnano (MI) – Slaughter Club
05.06.2025 IT Bologna – Alchemica Music Club
06.06.2025 AT Vienna – Escape Metalcorner
07.06.2025 DE Hauptmannsgrün – Chronical Moshers Open Air *
08.06.2025 AT Salzburg – Rockhouse
10.06.2025 DE Stuttgart – Schwarzer Keiler
11.06.2025 DE Aschaffenburg – Colos-Saal
12.06.2025 DE Leipzig – Hellraiser
13.06.2025 PL Byczyna – Black Silesia Open Air Festival *
14.06.2025 DE Selb – Rockclub Nordbayern

  • w/o CRYPTOSIS

Info & Tickets:https://www.powerfromhell.com/site/live

26.07.2025 IT Bolotana – Rock and Bol Metal Fest
23.08.2025 FR Champtoceaux – Barbeuk Metal Fest
29.08.2025 GR Rethymno – Rethymno Rocks
08./09.11.2025 UK Manchester – Damnation Festival

14.11.2025 AU Perth – Rosemount Hotel
15.11.2025 AU Adelaide – Lion Arts Factory
19.11.2025 AU Canberra – The Baso
20.11.2025 AU Sydney – The Underground
21.11.2025 AU Brisbane – Soapbox Brewery
22.11.2025 AU Melbourne – Corner Hotel

Info & Tickets: https://www.powerfromhell.com/site/live

More on ONSLAUGHT:
powerfromhell.com | Facebook | Instagram | X | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music | RPM

Source: C Squared Music

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TOM KEIFER And L.A. GUNS 2025 USA Tour | Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

Posted in classic rock, classic rock bands, Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , on March 13, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

TOM KEIFER And L.A. GUNS 2025 USA Tour Dates:

Aug. 28 – Louisville, KY @ Iroquois Amphitheater
Aug. 30 – Eau Claire, WI @ The Sonnentag
Sep. 01 – Paw Paw, MI @ Warner Vineyards
Sep. 04 – Royal Oak, MI @ Royal Oak Music Theatre
Sep. 05 – Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theater & Ballroom
Sep. 06 – Rockford, IL @ Coronado Performing Arts Center
Sep. 12 – Airway Heights, WA @ Spokane Live
Sep. 13 – Idaho Falls, ID @ Mountain America Center
Sep. 14 – Boise, ID @ Morrison Center
Sep. 17 – Las Vegas, NV @ The Theater at Virgin Hotels
Sep. 19 – Tucson, AZ @ Rialto Theatre
Sep. 20 – Phoenix, AZ @ Celebrity Theatre
Sep. 21 – Albuquerque, NM @ Revel Entertainment Center
Oct. 03 – Carteret, NJ @ Carteret PAC
Oct. 04 – Stroudsburg, PA @ Sherman Theater

#KEIFERBAND

https://www.tomkeifer.com/

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MÄDHOUSE – Reveals Plead The Fifth Album Details | Pre-Order + Music Video For First Single “Shotgun Rider”

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on March 12, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Vienna, Austria-based glam metal act Mädhouse has announced their brand new studio album, entitled Plead The Fifth, for a release on July 11, 2025 via ROAR! A music video for a first album harbinger, the band’s latest smashing single “Shotgun Rider”, is now premiering below.

“Plead The Fifth“ will be available on CD, limited Vinyl (incl.signed photocard) and in Digital formats, the album pre-sale has just started at: 

https://madhouse.rpm.link/pleadthe5thPR 

About their first single release “Shotgun Rider”, guitarist and songwriter Mikky Stixx says:
“There are friends. There are good friends. And there are friends who will stick with you through thick and thin. No matter what happens. Even if you end up in jail. – The devil may care, we run riot lock, stock and barrel!”

The song is out now on all digital streaming providers at: https://madhouse.rpm.link/shotgunPR 

Watch the video clip premiering HERE

Mädhouse was formed in 2017 by Mikky Stixx. Their origins trace back to a spontaneous Hard N’ Heavy show, where 18 rock musicians gathered, leading to the band’s creation. Drawing inspiration from legendary acts like Mötley Crüe, Skid Row, and Ratt, Mädhouse blends the raw energy of classic glam metal with a modern hard rock edge. Their sound is unmistakable. Gritty riffs, anthemic choruses, and an unapologetic attitude that demand attention. Since their debut, the band has continuously evolved while staying true to their wild, rebellious spirit. 

Their first album Money Talks Bullshit Walks (2019), introduced their high-energy style, followed by Bad Habits (2021), a more polished and aggressive follow-up. They further refined their sound with Down ‘N’ Dirty (2022), and now, their latest release, Plead The Fifth, slated for a release on July 11th through ROAR, pushes the boundaries even further with heavier riffs, bolder lyrics, and an electrifying presence!

Known for their explosive live performances and larger-than-life stage presence, Mädhouse continues to captivate audiences worldwide. The current line-up features Tommy Lovelace on vocals, Mikky Stixx and Thommy Black on guitars and backing vocals, Rickey Dee on bass, and Bobby B Bastard on drums. Together, they keep the spirit of glam metal alive, delivering high-octane rock that never backs down. With “Plead The Fifth”, they prove once again that glam metal is far from dead — it’s louder, bolder, and wilder than ever. Turn up the volume, join the madness, and let rock ‘n’ roll reign!

Plead The Fifth – Tracklist:
01 – Midnite Fever 
02 – We Run Riot 
03 – Bring On The Night 
04 – Shotgun Rider 
05 – Wicked Hearts 
06 – Get A Grip 
07 – Live And Tease 
08 – It’s A Monster In My Head 
09 – I’ll See You In My Dreams 
10 – Mad To The Bone 
11 – Loveplace 
12 – I Die Alone 
13 – You Got The Tail Down 

For More Info Visit:
Website: https://www.madhouse-official.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573379342417
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madhousekickass/

Visit ROAR online: 
Homepage: https://www.roar-records.de
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rpmroar

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Finnish Thrashers OSIRIS REX Announce New Single And Official Video ‘Arrival Of The New Dawn’ | Teaser Revealed!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on March 12, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Single cover art: Toni Nurmi

Tampere, Finland based thrash metal act OSIRIS REX – led by US thrasher Superstar Joey Severance – have announced their brand new single and official video ‘Arrival Of The New Dawn‘, set to come out on March 21st. The track is taken from the band’s upcoming EP.

In addition, to shorten the wait, today the band reveals the video teaser, watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cnz6kMY1OZo

OSIRIS REX is a Finnish thrash metal band featuring former members of TORNADO alongside new talents. Although the name has changed, the core remains the same: high-energy, riff-driven thrash metal with a modern twist.

This release of their debut single, under the name Osiris Rex, marks the start of a new chapter, with the same raw intensity and attitude that made Tornado a household name in underground metal scenes. Fans of Testament, Megadeth and Exodus will find plenty to love: frenetic aggression, razor-sharp guitars and anthemic choruses built for the mosh pit.

With “Arrival Of The New Dawn”, Osiris Rex are ready to impress long-time fans and new listeners alike.

Band photo: Nadja Tonkoshkur

Lineup:
Vocals – Superstar Joey Severance
Guitar – John Creweholm
Guitar – V. Grave
Bass – Henry Steel

Single/video credits:

Music by: Superstar Joey Severance/Albert Hyronen
Lyrics by: Superstar Joey Severance
Produced by: Ben Varon
Engineered by: Ben Varon
Mixed by: Aleksis Pelli at Mix Studio 1101
Mastered by: Aleksis Pelli

More information:
https://www.facebook.com/osirisrexband
https://www.instagram.com/osirisrexband

Source: Tarja Virmakari PR

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MICHAEL SCHENKER 50th Anniversary Celebration | With Special Guest Armored Saint | USA Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , on March 12, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

From Armored Saint Facebook:

This October we’ll be hitting the road with the one and only Michael Schenker for the 50th anniversary celebration of his YEARS WITH UFO 🎶

Tickets will go on sale this Friday March 14th at 10 am EST

October 2 – Agora Hills, CA @ Canyon Club

October 3 – Los Angeles, CA @ Saban Theater

October 4 – Anaheim, CA @ The Grove

October 5 – San Francisco, CA @ Great American Music Hall

October 8 – Albuquerque, NM @ National Hispanic Cultural Center

October 10 – Plano, TX @ Legacy Hall

October 11 – San Antonio, TX @ Tobin Center

October 12 – Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall

https://www.armoredsaint.com/

Above: full tour schedule

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ÇÖKÜŞ: “Never Gone” Video From Chicago Doom Crew Uniting Lair Of The Minotaur, Salf Of The Earth, Earthen Grave Members Now Playing

Posted in doom metal, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on March 12, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

photo by Chris Wozniak

An Hour Of Lies Debut Out Now + Tour Dates And New Lineup Posted

Watch ÇÖKÜŞ’ “Never Gone” video HERE.

Chicago, Illinois-based doom metal outfit ÇÖKÜŞ presents a new video for “Never Gone,” found on their debut record, An Hour Of Lies.

Influenced by the likes of Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Trouble, Dio, Soundgarden, Alice In Chains, and Kyuss, ÇÖKÜŞ – pronounced cho-koosh, which is Turkish for “decline” or “collapse” – was formed by several members of Earthen Grave upon its demise, carrying that band’s sound forward with a refocused energy. Following nearly a decade of creating songs remotely, the band put everything into the creation of An Hour Of Lies, which saw release in 2024 through Qumran Records.

An Hour Of Lies was recorded in three different states, the drums and vocals recorded by John E. Bohmher, Jr. at Berwyn Recording, the bass recorded by Patrick Green, and the guitars recorded by Jason Muxlow. The tracks were mixed by Chris Wozniak and mastered by Chris Hanzsek (Melvins, Soundgarden, Helms Alee), and the cover art/visuals were handled by Tom Denney (Soilent Green, Weedeater, Rwake).

ÇÖKÜŞ’ new video for “Never Gone” comes alongside the announcement of a lineup shift, which sees new bassist Paul DiPego (Salt Of The Earth, Maiden ’81) and new lead guitarist Mick Stone (Scare Machine, Sunset Empire) joining drummer Chris Wozniak (Vanishment, Earthen Grave, Lair Of The Minotaur), guitarist Steve Ligeza (Torg, Makahiya), and vocalist Mark Weiner (Earthen Grave).

The band writes, “Losing someone special to you, that you never knew in person, could make you lose yourself.”

Watch ÇÖKÜŞ’ video for “Never Gone” at THIS LOCATION.

An Hour Of Lies is out now on CD and digital via the Qumran Records webshop HERE and Bandcamp HEREand through all streaming apps. Watch the visualizers for “Wolf Moon,” “Midnight Sun,” and “Hit The Mattresses” HERE.

Having performed several Chicago-area shows last year in support of the album, ÇÖKÜŞ will take the tunes out to a wider live audience this year. The band confirmed a hometown show in Chicago on March 22nd, which will be livestreamed on the Reggies YouTube channel. They’ve also just announced a short eastward run late this Spring leading with a livestream from Stone Studios in Chicago June 18th – to be broadcast on the band’s YouTube channel with a limited live audience – followed by a set at Maryland Doom Fest 2025 on June 20th and a show in Pittsburgh June 21st. Additional performances are expected to be announced for later in the year as well.

ÇÖKÜŞ Live:

3/22/2025 Reggies Music Joint – Chicago, IL w/ Pale Horseman, Deepspacepilots

6/18/2025 Livestream from Stone Studios – Chicago, IL

6/20/2025 Maryland Doom Fest 2025 @ Cafe 611 – Frederick, MD

6/21/2025 Gooski’s – Pittsburgh, PA w/ Argus, Apostle of Solitude

https://qumranrecords.com

https://linktr.ee/cokus

https://cokus.bandcamp.com

https://www.youtube.com/@cokus60638

https://www.facebook.com/cokus60638

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Newfoundland Blackened Thrash Duo ARTACH Unleash Video “Macha”

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on March 11, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

New Album “Morrigan…Goddess of War” Out Mid-March 2025

Artach:
Fíochmhar: Battery/Vokills
Sruthán: Guitar/Bass/Backing Vokills

Newfoundland, Canada’s black metal duo ARTACH announces the release of their latest album Morrigan…Goddess of War due out on March 21st, 2025 via Depressive Illusions Records. This third full length represents the band’s strongest material yet. It’s a relentless assault of blackened thrash metal that captures the intensity and fury the duo have always strived for. From crushing riffs to searing melodies, every track on this release is forged with raw passion.

“We’ve poured everything into this record, and we can’t wait for fans to experience the full force of Morrigan…Goddess of War.” adds Sruthán (Guitar/Bass).

Today, Artach unveils the lead single “Macha”, one of the three songs that are part of the Morrigan trilogy on the album with the songs that also includes “Badb”, and “Nemain”.

Sruthán (Guitar/Bass). explains further:

“Macha, one of the Morrígan, was known for her prophetic visions and her role as a fierce protector of warriors. She is sometimes considered one aspect of the Morrígan, a trio of war goddesses.

The three goddesses, and what elements they represent, that make up the Morrígan in Irish mythology are:
Macha – War, sovereignty, horses. Badb – Battle, death, chaos. Nemain – Frenzy, panic, terror. Together, they represent different aspects of war, fate, and destruction in Celtic mythology.”

Listen to “Macha” via its music video at https://youtu.be/JoEVeBVPaaM

Due out March 21, 2025, CD and Cassette for Morrigan…Goddess of War will be available from Depressive Illusions at https://depressiveillusions.com/search/node/Artach

EP Credits:
Cover art by: Awinita Alm
Album mixed and mastered by Michael Small.

Track Listing:

  1. Badb – 7:08
  2. Macha – 6:06
  3. Nemain – 5:17
  4. Nefarious – 5:21
  5. Nomad – 5:09
  6. Hoarfrost – 4:29
  7. Cloudminders – 4:46
  8. Ride… Die… Immortality – 6:08
    Album Length: 44:28​

Artach is a two-man black metal band (Sruthán: Guitar/Bass, Fíochmhar: Battery/Vokills/Keys)based in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada. Being from the foggiest, snowiest, wettest, windiest, and gloomiest capital city in Canada, one should not be surprised that this fuels the creation of Black Metal. Their inspiration comes from the land, nature, the bleak weather of the Canadian North, and influential black metal bands.

Since the duo’s formation in the spring of 2019, Artach has been consistently releasing new music. The band’s debut album Chronicles of a Black Winter was released digitally during February 2020 and later unleashed on physical CD by Depressive Illusions Records.

In 2021, the band returned with their next offering Sworn To Avenge, a full-length scourge of raw and relentless bruting gloom. In 2024, Artach took an experimental direction with the EP Sgrios, which was a black metal spin on industrial metal sounds. Now in 2025, they unleash their third full length offering with Morrigan…Goddess of War for release in mid-March.

Discography:
2025 – Morrigan…Goddess of War (album)
2024 – Sgrios (EP)
2024 – From The Frozen Vault (EP)
2023 – Hell on Halloween (Single)
2021 – Countess Bathory (Single)
2021 – Sworn to Avenge (album)
2020 – Night Songs (single)
2020 – Chronicles of a Black Winter (album)

Follow Artach:
https://www.facebook.com/ArtachBlackMetal
https://www.instagram.com/ArtachBlackMetal/
https://artach.bandcamp.com/

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SANHEDRIN Presents “Let’s Spill Some Blood” Video | Heat Lightning Full-Length To See Release This Friday!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on March 11, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Stephen Afasano

SANHEDRIN:
Erica Stoltz – vocals, bass
Jeremy Sosville – guitars, vocals
Nathan Honor – drums, percussion

Today, New York heavy metal trio SANHEDRIN presents their latest single, “Let’s Spill Some Blood.” The track comes in advance of the band’s Heat Lightning full-length, set for release Friday, March 14th on Metal Blade Records!

Notes vocalist/bassist Erica Stoltz: “The lyrics of ‘Let’s Spill Some Blood’ reflect how fortunate the human race is that most people seek justice as opposed to revenge. There are many dark forces in the corridors of power pretending to be forces for good, and this song calls them out for what they are and urges the listener to stand up and fight for what’s right.”

The main guitar riff of the verse is hypnotically repeated over and over again, “symbolizing history repeating itself,” according to guitarist/vocalist Jeremy Sosville. This works its way into an inspired singalong chorus, a signature of the SANHEDRIN sound.

Watch SANHEDRIN’s “Let’s Spill Some Blood” video HERE.

Watch SANHEDRIN’s previously released video for “Blind Wolf” HERE and the visualizer for “Franklin County Line” HERE.

Heat Lightning was recorded and co-produced by Matt Brown (Life Of Agony, A Pale Horse Named Death) and Jerry Farley (Sick Of It All, Madball) at the legendary Utopia Bearsville studio in Woodstock, New York and features the striking hand-painted cover art of band friend and fervent supporter Johan Prenger.

The record will be released on CD and digital formats as well as vinyl in the following color variants:

180g Black
Violet Blue Marbled
Ruby Red Marbled (Ltd. 500)
White, Purple Splatter (Ltd. 200)

Find preorders at metalblade.com/Sanhedrin.

SANHEDRIN will make an appearance at this year’s edition of Hell’s Heroes Festival in Houston, Texas followed by a pair of one-off shows in Oklahoma and Pennsylvania respectively. In May, the band will head to Europe for a co-headlining tour with Savage Master. See all confirmed dates below. 

SANHEDRIN Live:
3/20/2025 Hell’s Heroes Festival – Houston, TX
3/30/2025 Bangover Brunch – Tulsa, OK
4/26/2025 Mr. Smalls Playhouse – Pittsburgh, PA
w/ Savage Master:
5/21/2025 P60 – Amstelveen, NL
5/22/2025 Schwarzer Keiler – Stuttgart, DE
5/23/2025 Sounddog – Breda, NL
5/25/2025 Hell – Diest, BE
5/26/2025 Logo – Hamburg, DE
5/28/2025 Klubb Fredagsmangel – Järfälla/Stockholm, SE
5/30/2025 The Abyss – Gothenburg, SE
5/31/2025 Muskelrock Festival – Alvesta, SE
6/03/2025 Nachtleben – Frankfurt, DE
6/05/2025 Goldgrube – Kassel, DE *
6/06/2025 Rock Hard Festival – Gelsenkirchen, DE *
6/07/2025 MTS Records – Oldenburg, DE *
6/08/2025 Cart & Horses – London, UK *

  • SANHEDRIN only

SANHEDRIN has spent the last decade at the forefront of the American heavy metal scene blending traditional metal and hard rock sounds with a fresh modern energy and perspective. With 2022’s critically lauded Lights On full-length, the band had created their most complete work to date. With their followup, Heat Lightning, the band delivers a diverse collection of songs that wholly captures their wide array of influences with an elevated level of production.

Heat Lightning gets its title from the second track of the same name. “Heat lightning is a flash of lightning from very far away, sometimes seen in a clear sky,” says Stoltz. “It is used as a metaphor for where we see ourselves at the moment in relation to climate change. Collectively we have moved further away from our direct relationship to nature and have adopted a paternal relationship with the natural world, as if we have control.” It was one of the first songs written for the album, and one of the most dynamic tracks the band has ever written.

“The Fight Of Your Life” is a tribute to those we call “lifers” in the music business. While “Franklin County Line” is the fastest song on the record, and inspired by Sosville’s hometown and surrounding area in northern New York State. Sosville recounts, “Erica and [drummer] Nathan [Honor] came up to visit me and work on new music. In the process, we wrote a song inspired by the local Amish population but with a naughty twist.”

Elsewhere, songs like “King Of Tides” see the band slow things down to a doom-ridden plod. The cinematic music sets the tone for a story of puritanical religious fanatics landing in the New World. “They are afraid to land because the people who live where they want to land are resisting with loud war cries,” says Sosville. “Striking fear in the minds of these Puritans, they interpret the interaction as a Satanic encounter.” The song climaxes with an epic rock solo section, which serves as one of Sosville’s “proudest moments as a lead guitar player.” 

https://www.metalblade.com

https://www.sanhedrin.nyc

https://www.instagram.com/sanhedrin_official

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SAEKO Returns With A Powerful New Chapter And Present The Crowdfunding Campaign

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on March 10, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

International power metal act SAEKO, led by the dynamic Japanese singer Saeko Kitamae, has launched an exciting crowdfunding campaign to support the recording of the new mini-album and music video.

Join the campaign and be part of this exciting chapter by supporting at http://kck.st/3PXwcDz.

This project will reimagine select tracks from her groundbreaking 2004 debut album, Above Heaven Below Heaven, giving them new life with the incredible musicianship of her internationally acclaimed band. SAEKO made history in 2005 as the first Asian female artist to perform at Wacken Open Air, setting the stage for a career built on perseverance, musical excellence, and international collaboration. After a 15-year hiatus, she returned in 2021 with Holy Are We Alone, an album that reaffirmed her status as one of power metal’s most passionate voices.

Born in Osaka, Japan, Saeko Kitamae’s musical journey started with a deep love for rock and metal, leading her to move to Germany in pursuit of her dream of becoming a power metal singer. She collaborated with renowned European musicians and quickly made a name for herself in the international metal scene. She has worked with some of the best in the industry, including Michael Ehre (Gamma Ray, The Unity), Lars Ratz (Metalium), and Guido Benedetti (Trick Or Treat). Her ability to seamlessly blend Japanese and Western metal influences has made her music unique and emotionally powerful. In addition to her studio work, she has toured with legendary artists such as Doro, bringing her powerful stage presence to audiences across Europe. 

The band is composed of Saeko Kitamae on vocals, Guido Benedetti (Trick Or Treat) on guitars, Alessandro Sala (Rhapsody Of Fire) on bass, and Michael Ehre (Gamma Ray, The Unity) on drums. Together, they create an electrifying sound that combines powerful melodies, deep compositions, and the raw energy of metal.

It has been over three years since SAEKO’s last album, and her journey back has been an inspiring one. At the beginning of 2020, she successfully raised ¥2,000,000 (€15,400) in a crowdfunding campaign, allowing her to record Holy Are We Alone. However, just as she was ready to take the next step, COVID-19 disrupted everything, halting live performances, delaying plans, and ultimately affecting her ability to stay in Europe, forcing her return to Japan. Now, she is ready to push forward stronger than ever, with new music and a fresh vision that fans can be part of.

This crowdfunding campaign is an opportunity for fans to directly contribute to the making of a mini-album and a high-quality music video that will celebrate SAEKO’s past while looking ahead to an exciting future. The goal is not only to revisit and reinterpret some of her classic songs but also to create momentum for upcoming live performances and new creative projects. With the support of her dedicated fanbase, SAEKO is eager to continue her artistic journey and bring her music to audiences worldwide.

By joining this campaign, fans become an essential part of the process, helping to fuel the creative energy that makes SAEKO’s music so unique. This is more than just a fundraiser; it’s a way to actively participate in the evolution of an artist whose passion for metal knows no bounds. Every supporter plays a role in making this project a reality, and together, we can celebrate SAEKO’s music in a way that unites the global metal community. Join the campaign and be part of this exciting chapter by supporting at http://kck.st/3PXwcDz.

Must-Watch SAEKO Music Videos:

Japan: In My Dream Watch Here

Russia: Heroes Watch Here

SA-KU-RA (2017 Piano ver.) Watch Here

SAEKO line-up:
Saeko Kitamae – Vocals
Guido Benedetti – Guitars
Alessandro Sala – Bass
Michael Ehre – Drums

SAEKO ON THE WEB:

https://saekometal.info

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Out Now! California Power Metal NIVIANE “Queen of Phantoms”

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on March 10, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

The wait is over — Sacramento, California’s Niviane unleash their powerful new album, Queen of Phantoms, released on March 7th, 2025! With a refined lineup, sharpened songwriting and a thunderous production, this release solidifies the band’s place at the forefront of modern power metal.

Crafted with precision over the past years, Queen of Phantoms represents Niviane’s strongest and most dynamic work to date. The album was written during the pandemic lockdowns and carefully shaped to highlight the band’s evolution, featuring a new rhythm section with drummer Isaiah AR and bassist Tyler Satterlee who inject fresh power into the music. Each of the 11 tracks offers a different shade of power metal, from blistering speed and aggression to uplifting melodies and dark atmospheres pushing beyond the genre’s conventions.

Featuring the commanding title track “Queen of Phantoms”, the emotionally charged “Tomorrow’s a New Day” and the thunderous “Under Black Flags” just to name a few, the album strikes a perfect balance between heaviness and melody. Queen of Phantoms showcases Niviane’s signature blend of intricate guitar work, anthemic choruses and cinematic storytelling, appealing to fans of Judas Priest, Queensrÿche, Primal Fear and Nevermore.

The album’s official lyric videos for “Queen of Phantoms” and “12 BC Legions” further bring its powerful themes to life, visually enhancing its dark, immersive storytelling. The latest official music video for “Tomorrow’s a New Day” explores deep and personal themes of mental health, setting it apart as one of the band’s most moving compositions.

With Queen of Phantoms, Niviane delivers a bold and unapologetic statement—this is power metal at its finest, evolved and redefined. Experience the full force of Niviane’s latest masterpiece now!

Music Video – “Tomorrow’s a New Day” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvsYzy3h2WI

Lyric Video – “12 BC: Legions” – https://youtu.be/PTB6RGW0v-E?si=muAcYq8O_b9_lB-V

Track-list:
1. Queen of Phantoms
2. 12 BC: Legions
3. 12 BC: Germania
4. Beacon In The Darkness
5. Some Wounds… Never Heal
6. All Debts Repaid
7. Tomorrow’s A New Day
8. Event Horizon
9. Our Maze
10. Gunslingers & Graves
11. Under Black Flags

CD order – https://rockshots.eu/products/niviane-queen-of-phantoms-cd

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3FmnmwY

Band line up:
Aaron Robitsch: Keys & Orchestration
Gary Tarplee: Guitars
Isaiah AR: Drums
Mark Miner: Guitars
Norman Skinner: Vocals
Tyler Satterlee: Bass

More info: ​
​​https://www.rockshots.eu​

​https://www.facebook.com/nivianemetal/​

​https://www.instagram.com/nivianemetalofficial/​

https://x.com/nivianeofficial

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LEAVES’ EYES Signs To RPM & Embarks On “Myths Of Fate” European Tour | New EP To Be Released In 2025

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on March 9, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Coinciding with their ongoing “Myths Of Fate” European tour, symphonic Viking horde LEAVES’ EYES are pleased to announce that their ship has landed at the shores of Reigning Phoenix Music. Making a pact with the subversive metal label, the leading German metallers have found a welcoming new home for their future musical endeavours.

LEAVES’ EYES founder/vocalist Alex Krull states: “We’re really happy to share such fantastic news: LEAVES’ EYES have signed a long-term record deal with Reigning Phoenix Music! Being united with many companions and friends makes working with RPM very special to me! We’re looking forward to entering the next level with Sven, Jochen, Gerardo and the whole RPM family, we couldn’t be more excited! The Southern German metal empire strikes back!”

“I’m enormously pleased to welcome Viking metal pioneers LEAVES’ EYES at RPM. The musical roots of Alex and me go back to Ludwigsburg’s Rockfabrik, a place where many bands and rock/metal projects kick-started their careers. Collaborating with friends is always special, and that’s definitely the case here,” comments label owner Sven Bogner.

RPM managing director Jochen Richert adds: “I’ve known Alex for almost 40 years since we’ve already been meeting regularly at local youth centres back in the day. Our work relationship also lasts for about 35 years now. That’s why I’m very happy that LEAVES’ EYES and Reigning Phoenix Music are walking a common path now. It’s a classic example of ‘What belongs together, comes together’!”

L-R:
Alexander Krull (LEAVES’ EYES; vocals), Jochen Richert (RPM; managing director)

After their foundation in 2003, LEAVES’ EYES took the scene by storm: the group undeniably hit a nerve of the metal world with their refreshing mixture of symphonic metal and historic Norse elements. Over the course of nine studio albums, the band extended their ever-growing fan base, performed on five continents, played many own headline tours and entered the stages of some of the most prestigious metal festivals around the globe.

But there’s more: To bridge the gaps between their studio albums, LEAVES’ EYES mostly continue writing material and thereby released multiple EP’s with some of them showing rare musical sides, for example acoustic recordings, of the sextet. And the current time is now exception: following their current success album Myths Of Fate, which hit no. 17 of the official German well as no. 66 of the official Swiss album chart among others, they’re preparing a brand new EP, which is set for release later this year via Reigning Phoenix Music. What it contains shall remain a secret for now, but you can be sure that LEAVES’ EYES next output will be nothing but another exciting addition to their musical journey through the Nordic saga world. Pre-save it here: https://leaveseyes.rpm.link/ep2025PR

LEAVES’ EYES are:
Elina Siirala | vocals
Alexander Krull | vocals
Florian Ewert | guitars
Luc Gebhardt | guitars
Dominik Prykiel | bass
Nils Kreul | drums

As mentioned, the group have kicked off their 2025 European tour in Aalborg, Denmark, to gather symphonic and Viking fanatics once again. Also performing under the “Myths Of Fate” banner are promising support acts: NYTT LAND (Mar 6-21), ATER (Mar 6-21), PROJECT RENEGADE (Mar 6-13), VERDERBNIS (Mar 6-13) and HALLS OF OBLIVION (Mar 14-21). The second part of the run (Stuttgart, DE + 6 Iberian dates) will see local bands taking the stage to warm-up the crowds for LEAVES’ EYES.

Info & Tickets: https://www.leaveseyes.de/tour/

LEAVES’ EYES live:

“Myths Of Fate Tour 2025”
Presented by The Flaming Arts Agency
w/ NYTT LAND, ATER, PROJECT RENEGADE, VERDERBNIS
07.03.2025 NL Arnhem – Willemeen
08.03.2025 DE Weinheim – Café Central
09.03.2025 BE Ghent – Chinastraat
10.03.2025 DE Dortmund – JunkYard
11.03.2025 CH Aarburg – Musigburg
12.03.2025 IT Milan – Legend Club
13.03.2025 AT Vienna – Viper Room
w/ NYTT LAND, ATER, HALLS OF OBLIVION
14.03.2025 RS Belgrade – Dom omladine
15.03.2025 RO Cluj-Napoca – FORM Space
16.03.2025 RO Bucharest – Quantic
17.03.2025 BG Sofia – Joy Station
18.03.2025 HU Budapest – Barba Negra
19.03.2025 PL Krakow – Hype Park
20.03.2025 PL Gdansk – Drizzly Grizzly
21.03.2025 PL Warsaw – Hydrozagadka
w/ local supports
29.03.2025 DE Stuttgart – Im Wizemann (Club)
01.04.2025 ES Barcelona – Sala Upload
02.04.2025 ES Portugalete – Estudios Groove
03.04.2025 PT Porto – Hard Club
04.04.2025 PT Lisbon – RCA Club
05.04.2025 ES A Coruña – Sala Maladiva
06.04.2025 ES Madrid – Sala Nazca

24.05.2025 DE Nordhorn – North Metal Night
25. – 27.06.2025 CZ Spálené Poříčí – Basinfirefest
28.06.2025 DE Oschersleben – Rock & Metal Day’z
05.07.2025 DE Mülheim an der Ruhr – Castle Rock
18.07.2025 DE Greifenstein – Celtic Rock

More on LEAVES’ EYES:
leaveseyes.de | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X | YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music | RPM

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VOIDCHASER – Delivers Robust Prog-Metal On New Trust EP!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on March 8, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Montreal/Stockholm Progressive Metal Quartet, Voidchaser, have releasd their new EP Trust! Serving as an epilogue to critically acclaimed 2024 release Solace, the new EP completes the narrative and brings closure to the conceptual journey begun with their debut album. 

A full EP visualizer video is available at youtu.be/6gjXaEWKiKg.

Coinciding with the EP’s release, the band has also released a music video for opening track, “Time,” featuring Québec City’s Universe Effects (Gabriel Antoine Vallée, Francis Grégoire, and Gabriel Cyr). “Time” embarks on a reflective journey through loss and the fleeting nature of life. Emotionally charged and deeply introspective, the song continues the narrative arc that concluded Solace, resonating with the raw emotion of abandonment.

Following the impact of “Trust” (featuring Jim Grey of Caligula’s Horse) and the epic “Dogma” (with a guest appearance by The Anchoret), “Time” weaves a heartfelt exploration of impermanence and memory, brought to life through poignant lyrics and evocative melodies. This final chapter not only completes the EP’s narrative journey, but also reinforces Voidchaser‘s reputation for merging profound emotional storytelling with dynamic musical composition.

The “Time” video is available at: youtu.be/D37N6UVsPH8

Trust solidifies Voidchaser’sreputation for heavy yet emotionally resonant progressive metal. The band is also gearing up for an international tour in 2025, with more details to be announced soon.

Line-Up:

Chad Bernatchez – Vocals, Back Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Jici LG – Bass
Jimmy Montbriand – Lead Guitar
Colin MacAndrew – Drums
Mathieu Fiset – Keyboards

“Trust picks up directly after the events of Solace. Our protagonist is drifting across the vast emptiness of space, as the reserve oxygen tanks from the suit keeps him alive and scenes from his life pass them by. The first song, Time, depicts our protagonist having to say goodbye to someone who he was very close to. The second song, Dogma, depicts our protagonist having to make an impossible decision, resulting in leaving behind someone else he was very close to. Finally, the title track depicts our protagonist unapologetically committing his entire life to someone only to have his trust broken and their sense of self be lost in the process. 

We collaborated with musicians from all around the world on this EP and it’s very cool to have had the opportunity to do that. We have a lot of love for the musicians that accepted to be on it and feel incredibly honored that we made something they wanted to be a part of. 

This EP is very special to us because it marks the end of a chapter for Voidchaser. We are very proud of how far we have come since the band has started, and there is nothing we would have done differently. Everything has led to where we are today and we have learned a lot from the past two years and we are very grateful for everything that happened and everyone who was with us along the way.”

FFO: Devin Townsend, Haken, Dream Theater, Between the Buried and Me, Opeth, Caligula’s Horse.

Track Listing:

1. Time (feat. Universe Effects) (Video)

2. Dogma (Feat. The Anchoret) (Video)

3. Trust (feat. Jim Grey) (Video)

Credits:

Guest vocals by Gabriel Antoine Vallée (Time).
Guest guitar solo by Gabriel Cyr (Time).
Guest keyboard solo by Francis Grégoire (Time).
Guest french horn by Tomás Figueiredo (Time).
Guest violin/viola/cello by Oleh Mytrofanov, Kateryna Mytrofanova, Oleksiy. Zavgorodniy, Anastasia Boyko and Jana Malentzova (Time, Dogma).
Guest saxophone solo by Laurent Barbier (Dogma).
Guest oud solo by Asil Blek (Dogma).
Guest bansuri solo by Rajat Prasanna (Dogma).
Guest vocals by Jim Grey (Trust).

Lyrics and Songwriting by Chad Bernatchez.
Production and Arrangements by Jici LG.
Mixing and Mastering by Jason Poulin.
Management by Metal Shed Productions.
Artwork by Sam Harwood.

Drums recorded by Mackay Agellon at Borkum Riff Studios.
Guest vocals recorded by Jared Adlam at Machine Lab Studios (Trust).

Special thanks to Eddy Levitsky (The Anchoret) for his implication in the track “Dogma”, to Dario and Van (The Progspace), and to Niko (Prog Sphere).

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EXODUS – Swarm Of Horror Tour With HAVOK And MISFIRE | Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on March 8, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Public Onsale: starts Friday, March 7th at 10am local

For tickets go to: https://exodusattack.com/site/

Swarm Of Horror Tour
Exodus, HAVOK, Misfire:

Sun, April 27, 2025 – Phoenix, AZ @ Nile
Tue, April 29, 2025 – Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater
Wed, April 30, 2025 – Grand Junction, CO @ Mesa Theater
Fri, May 2, 2025 – Oklahoma City, OK @ Diamond Ballroom
Sat, May 3, 2025 – Kansas City, MO @ The Truman
Sun, May 4, 2025 – Indianapolis, IN Deluxe @ Old National
Tue, May 6, 2025 – Flint, MI @ Machine Shop
Wed, May 7, 2025 – St. Louis, MO @ Red Flag
Thu, May 8, 2025 – Ft. Wayne, IN @ Piere’s
Fri, May 9, 2025 – Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple Festival*
Sun, May 11, 2025 – Birmingham, AL @ Workplay
Tue, May 13, 2025 – Asheville, NC @ Orange Peel
Thu, May 15, 2025 – Daytona Beach, FL @ Welcome to Rockville*
Sat, May 17, 2025 – Milwaukee, WI @ Milwaukee Metal Fest*

*Exodus Only

*Updated on March 21, 2025 to show changes to tour schedule and HAVOK added as new guest.

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COFFIN STORM – Unveil New Video For 10 Minute Epic “Open The Gallows”

Posted in Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal albums, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on March 7, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

TAKEN FROM THE 2024 DEBUT OFFERING ARCANA RISING

WATCH THE NEW VIDEO FOR ‘OPEN THE GALLOWS’

Norwegian heavy metal trio Coffin Storm have unveiled a brand-new video today for their blistering track ‘Open The Gallows’. The 10 minute epic, taken from their 2024 debut album Arcana Rising, comes alongside a brilliant new video by Matthew Vickerstaff steeped in medieval and supernatural brutality.

Featuring Kolbotn veterans Apollyon (Aura Noir, Lamented Souls) and Bestial Tormentor (Infernö, Lamented Souls), the lineup is completed by Fenriz of Darkthrone on vocals.

Speaking on the new video and his inspiration behind the track, Apollyon said, “Open The Gallows is the longest track I have ever made. Initially we were thinking instrumental old Metallica style with loads of guitar melodies and shit. Apart from the opening/ending though, there’s not much Metallica in there. The main riff is Kreator-inspired if anything. Fortunately, we ended up having Fenriz sing on it after all because the vocal lines are amazing.

This being an all Kolbotn project we invited Arild from Obliteration/Abhorration/Necromantheon/Black Viper to do a legendary long-ass guitar lead as well.

Either way I thought the song deserved a video and Mr Matthew Vickerstaff came up with this idea to use clips from old B-movies. He did a fantastic job with collecting and editing, making it an exciting 10 minutes plus watch. Enjoy!”

On the prospect of new material in the future, Apollyon says:

“Arcana Rising seemed to go down really well with people, and we have plenty of material left in the vaults for an album number two, and always new ideas coming also, so work is progressing slowly but surely amid all the other things we have going on currently. Keep your eyes peeled!”

Metal Hammer – “When riffs are this good, why not draw them out a bit? A career-best performance”

Powerplay – 10/10 “nothing less than greatness”

Metal Talk – “Coffin Storm’s debut is an album that every fan of Doom-tinged Metal should hear”

Metal Sucks – 4.5/5 – “Coffin Storm have created a whopper of an album …. This one comes highly recommended”

ARCANA RISING IS OUT NOW ON ORANGE VINYL, BLACK VINYL, CD & DIGITALLY

‘Arcana Rising’ track-listing:

  1. Over Frozen Moors [06:08]
  2. Arcana Rising [06:47]
  3. Open the Gallows [10:26]
  4. Eighty-Five And Seven Miles [07:18]
  5. Ceaseless Abandon [06:57]
  6. Clockwork Cult [07:21]

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REIGNING PHOENIX MUSIC Unveils PERCEPTION, A New Label Imprint & Announces First Signing: German Power Metal Titans SERIOUS BLACK

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on March 6, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Reigning Phoenix Music proudly introduces PERCEPTION, its latest label imprint. Following the success of ROAR, a sub-label dedicated to emerging talents and artists, PERCEPTION is set to provide a strong foundation for regionally and stylistically leading bands with high growth potential.

Jochen Richert, managing director of RPM Europe, shares his vision for PERCEPTION: “My responsibilities at Reigning Phoenix Music have often taken me away from what I love most – working directly with bands, nurturing their growth, and helping them reach their full potential. With PERCEPTION, I now can dive back into artist development, which I’m truly excited about. Of course, my main mission remains unchanged: to help Reigning Phoenix Music to become one of the leading metal labels in the world.”

Follow PERCEPTION:

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To celebrate the birth of RPM’s new sibling, PERCEPTION proudly announces its first signing – one that perfectly embodies the label’s core value of passion, professionalism, and ambition: SERIOUS BLACK.

More than 10 years of SERIOUS BLACK and highly melodic power metal with the license to create hymns: since 2014, the band led by bassist Mario Lochert, have been delighting fans not only by releasing six studio albums so far, but also by frequently playing much-lauded concerts and festival appearances, and that’s why PERCEPTION is even more proud to begin its journey by signing such a well-known act.

“We’re really happy, and we couldn’t have found a better partner than Reigning Phoenix Music as they greatly combine expertise and experience. We have a comfortable new surrounding, and re-connecting with old companions makes this new union even more special to us: Everything that belongs together comes together over and over again,” comments founding member Lochert.

Jochen Richert as PERCEPTION A&R adds: “Mario and Dominik [Sebastian; guitars] are incredibly passionate about SERIOUS BLACK, and that’s exactly what it takes to elevate this band even further. They are built for the top tier of power metal – with outstanding songwriting and an electrifying stage presence already in place. We’ll make sure they reach the level they truly belong to: the very top of the scene!”

On the heels of their latest album Rise Of Akhenaton [2024], SERIOUS BLACK are celebrating their 10th anniversary with an own headline tour this spring, following an enormously successful European run alongside SONATA ARCTICA, FIREWIND as well as TUNGSTEN. Special guests AUTUMN BRIDE, DRAGONY and RIGORIOUS will complete the line-up for the upcoming festivities.

SERIOUS BLACK are:

Nikola Mijić – vocals

Dominik Sebastian – guitars

Bob Katsionis – guitars

Maurus Meyer – guitars, keyboards

Mario Lochert – bass

Christian Schichtl – drums

Watch the tour trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9-K0Xz26s0

Mario states: “10 years, 6 charting albums, over 250 concerts, festival shows and gigs worldwide. A look back that lets me indulge in many memories. Personally, I’m really looking forward to this tour, not only because it’s our birthday headline tour, but also because old friends like AUTUMN BRIDE, DRAGONY [Mar 18-30], and RIGORIOUS [Mar 11-18] will be joining us on this tour with new albums at their hands. Get your tickets and spend an unforgettable power metal party full of hard riffs and hymns with us!”

SERIOUS BLACK – live:

“Metalized” World Tour:

w/ AUTUMN BRIDE, RIGORIOUS (*), DRAGONY (^)

11.03.2025 DE Berlin – ORWOhaus *

12.03.2025 DE Hamburg – Logo *

13.03.2025 DE Herford – KulturWerk *

14.03.2025 DE Monheim – Sojus 7 *

15.03.2025 CZ Prague – Storm Club *

16.03.2025 HU Budapest – Analog Music Hall *

18.03.2025 AT Vienna – Szene */^

19.03.2025 IT Bologna – Alchemica Music Club ^ (w/ STRANGER VISION)

20.03.2025 FR Lyon – Rock n’Eat ^

21.03.2025 ES Zaragoza – Sala Lo Intento ^

22.03.2025 ES Madrid – Revi Live ^

23.03.2025 ES Vitoria-Gasteiz – Urban Rock Concept ^

24.03.2025 ES Barcelona – Razzmatazz 3 ^

25.03.2025 FR Paris – La Boule Noire ^

26.03.2025 BE Kortrijk – CVG Club ^

27.03.2025 CH Lenzburg – Met-Bar ^

28.03.2025 DE Stuttgart – Im Wizemann (Club) ^

29.03.2025 DE Schirnding – Gemeindehalle ^ (w/ CHAPTER ELEVEN)

30.03.2025 DE Munich – Backstage (Halle) ^

01.04.2025 AT Mayrhofen – Full Metal Mayrhofen

26.06.2025 CH Grenchen – Summerside Festival

16.08.2025 CZ Moravský Krumlov – Rock Castle

Info & Tickets: https://www.serious-black.de/#tour

More on SERIOUS BLACK:

serious-black.com | Facebook | Instagram | X | YouTube | Spotify | PERCEPTION

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