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TOOL Returns To Honolulu’s Blaisdell Arena On December 19 | First Hawaiian Performance Since 2011

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on July 21, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

LOS ANGELES, July 21, 2025 – TOOL returns to Honolulu’s Blaisdell Arena on December 19 for their first Hawaiian date in over a decade.

Tickets are on-sale this Friday, July 25, at 10 a.m. local time. In advance of the public on sale, TOOL Army has opened additional memberships, with pre-sale tickets available exclusively to members from July 23 at 10 a.m. through July 24 at 10 p.m. local time. Visit Toolband.com for ticketing links and additional information.

The band also announced two performances in Japan, their first shows in the country since 2013: December 11 at K-Arena Yokohama and December 13 at Glion Arena Kobe.

Following the 2019 release of TOOL’s critically-acclaimed album, Fear Inoculum, the band has won a GRAMMY Award® (Best Metal Performance for “7empest”), completed multiple, sold-out tours of the U.S., Europe, and South America, and delivered headlining sets at Bonnaroo, Power Trip, Aftershock, Welcome to Rockville, Louder Than Life, and the Sonic Temple Arts & Music Festival.

TOOL most recently appeared at the historic Back to the Beginning concert, where the band performed a three-song set, including their cover of Black Sabbath’s “Hand of Doom.”

Photo credit: Travis Shinn

TOOL formed in 1990, releasing five studio albums: Undertow (1993), Ænima (1996), Lateralus (2001), 10,000 Days (2006), and Fear Inoculum (2019); two EPs: 72826 (1991) and Opiate (1992), and the limited-edition boxset Salival (2000).

The band has won four GRAMMY Awards®: Best Metal Performance (1998, “Ænima”), Best Metal Performance (2002, “Schism”), Best Recording Package (2007, 10,000 Days) and Best Metal Performance (2020, “7empest”). TOOL is Danny Carey (drums), Justin Chancellor (bass), Adam Jones (guitar) and Maynard James Keenan (vocals).

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HERETOIR – Announce Fourth Album, Solastalgia, Coming Sept. 19th Via AOP Records

Posted in Blackgaze, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on July 21, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

New Single/Video, “The Ashen Falls,” Streaming Now!

Critically praised German blackgaze band HERETOIR has announced their forthcoming, fourth album, Solastalgia, will be released September 19th via AOP Records. The band’s emotionally stirring new record follows 2023’s lauded release, Nightsphere, and marks their most vulnerable and accessible album yet. Solastalgia was recorded and mixed by David Deutsch and Justin Felder at 1408 Productions. Mastered by Lasse Lammert at LSD Studio. Artwork by Rudolf Hima.

Today, HERETOIR reveals Solastalgia’s opening track and first single, “The Ashen Falls.” Watch the video linked below.

Commenting on the new song, the band states: 

“We are more than excited to share this first single ‘The Ashen Falls’ of our upcoming album Solastalgia with you! This song is very close to our hearts as it deals with the struggle of isolation and alienation, existence within modern civilization and a frantic and relentless society. We hope you can find some solace within this song and we can’t wait to show you more of Solastalgia!

Photo Credit: Anne C. Swallow

Stream “The Ashen Falls“: https://save-it.cc/aop/solastalgia

Pre-Order Solastalgia:
AOP Records (EU-Shop) https://shop.aoprecords.de
AOP Records (US-Shop) https://www.indiemerchstore.com

“THE ASHEN FALLS” MUSIC VIDEO: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YEjApLWmbxg

Solastalgia – Track-list:
1. The Ashen Falls
2. Season of Grief
3. You are the Night
4. Inertia
5. Rain
6. Dreamgatherer
7. The Heart of December
8. Burial
9. Solastalgia
10. The Same Hell (MMXXV)
11. Metaphor

HERETOIR online:
https://www.facebook.com/heretoir
https://www.instagram.com/heretoir_official/
https://www.youtube.com/@HeretoirOfficial

AOP Records – online:
http://www.aoprecords.de
https://www.facebook.com/aoprecs
https://www.instagram.com/aop.records

COLD SLITHER – To Appear At San Diego Comic Con For Exclusive Signing Event

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news with tags , , , , , , , , on July 19, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Reigning Phoenix Music, in collaboration with Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, is thrilled to announce that the members of COLD SLITHER will be making a special appearance at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 for a limited in-person signing session.

Watch “Thunder Machine” HERE: https://youtu.be/ONlUdlb3JUQ

Fans can meet the band at the Stern Pinball/Reigning Phoenix Music Booth (#4029) on Friday, July 25th from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. This marks the first official signing for the reimagined heavy metal band, based on the infamous fictional rockers from the classic 1985 animated series G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero.

The signing celebrates a wave of exciting developments for COLD SLITHER, including the release of their new single “Thunder Machine”, now streaming on all major platforms. The ferocious new track, inspired by the Dreadnoks’ menacing battle rig, is a sonic onslaught of cinematic riffs and raw energy, solidifying COLD SLITHER’s place in the modern metal scene.

COLD SLITHER’s lineup has been officially revealed as:

  • Zartan – Gus Rios, vocals/guitars (GRUESOME, UNION BLACK, LEFT TO DIE)
  • Ripper – Matt Harvey, guitars (EXHUMED, GRUESOME, LEFT TO DIE)
  • Torch – Ross Sewage, bass (EXHUMED, IMPALED)
  • Buzzer – Andy Selway, drums (KMFDM)

Fans attending SDCC won’t want to miss this rare opportunity to meet the band, grab exclusive merch, and experience the world of COLD SLITHER up close.

In addition, a selection of San Diego Comic-Con exclusives will be available at the Stern/Reigning Phoenix Music booth (#4029), including:

  • A limited edition box set featuring a 7″ vinyl of “Cold Slither” and an exclusive ReAction Zartan figure in partnership with Super7
  • A limited edition COLD SLITHER print produced in partnership with Sideshow
  • Exclusive enamel pins created in collaboration with Yesterdays
  • An SDCC exclusive vinyl variant of Cold Slither

Quantities are extremely limited and fans are encouraged to arrive early to secure these collectibles celebrating the return of COLD SLITHER.

LIVE DEBUT: SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL

COLD SLITHER will also make their explosive on-stage debut during San Diego Comic-Con with a one-night-only concert experience on Thursday, July 24, at San Diego’s Brick by Brick. Presented by Hasbro and Reigning Phoenix Music, this 21+ event promises a full-force blend of original metal mayhem and ‘80s nostalgia.

Event Details – COLD SLITHER Live @ SDCC

  • Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025
  • Time: Doors at 8 PM | Show at 9 PM
  • Venue: Brick by Brick, 1130 Buenos Ave, San Diego, CA 92110
  • Tickets: $35.00 plus service charges – available exclusively at Brick by Brick’s official website
  • Capacity: 450
  • Merch: Limited-edition show-only gear including an exclusive t-shirts, posters, LPs, CDs and collectible pin sets

This high-octane live experience kicks off the biggest weekend in pop culture and gives fans a first taste of COLD SLITHER’s signature metal-fueled rebellion.

Stay tuned for more product details and reveals in the lead-up to Comic-Con. For the latest information on G.I. JOE, follow the official brand social channels on: Instagram and Facebook.

ALBUM PREORDER & VINYL VARIANTS

Pre-Order HERE:
https://coldslither.rpm.link/albumPR

Preorders are now live for Cold Slither, the band’s full-length debut album, including a limited “Dreadnok Attack Orange” marble vinyl variant available via Reigning Phoenix Music and select retailers like Amazon, Amoeba and indie record stores.

The Cold Slither album arrives July 25th, across digital and vinyl formats, including San Diego Comic Con-exclusive “Zartan Chameleon Blue” and “Blood Moon Red” vinyl variants available only at the Hasbro and RPM booths, respectively.

Cold Slither – Track List:

  1. Welcome to the Swamp (Intro)
  2. Cold Slither 
  3. Knock ‘Em Dread 
  4. Thunder Machine 
  5. Zartan’s Revenge 
  6. Snakes on the Bayou
  7. Torched
  8. Under the Dreadnok’s Spell
  9. Master of Disguise
  10. The Ballad of Buzzer
  11. These Fluffies Are Fatal

Source: C Squared Music

KISS & RATT – Live In Las Vegas! Info Here!

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on July 19, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

From Stephen Pearcy newsletter:

RATT’s Stephen Pearcy & Warren DeMartini playing RATT’S hits!

The KISS ARMY is slated to Takeover The Virgin Hotels for the weekend of November 14th -16th with their “LAND LOCKED in Las Vegas KISS KRUISE“!!

Bringing you ALL of the fun of the KISS KRUISE without the salty air and high seas!

All aboard LAS VEGAS!!

RATT‘S Stephen Pearcy & Warren DeMartini kick off the party on Friday, November 14th 2025!

Purchase tickets here: https://kisskruisevegas.com/

DARK ANGEL – Extinction Level Event Tour North America 2025 | Direct Support From SACRED REICH & VIO-LENCE | Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

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

Sept 5 – San Diego, CA – House of Blues#
Sept 6 – Ventura, CA – Ventura Theater#
Sept 7 – Mesa, AZ – The Nile Theater#
Sept 11 – Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall#
Sept 12 – San Antonio, TX – Vibes Event Center#
Sept 13 – Dallas, TX – Granada Theater#
Sept 14 – Baton Rouge, LA – Chelsea’s Live#
Sept 16 – Tampa, FL – The Orpheum#
Sept 17 – Ft Lauderdale, FL – Revolution#
Sept 19 – Richmond, VA – Canal Club#
Sept 20 – Charlotte, NC – The Underground#
Sept 23 – New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre#
Sept 24 – Harrisburg, PA – Capital City Music Hall#
Sept 25 – Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage#
Sept 26 – Worcester, MA – The Palladium#
Sept 27 – Montreal, QC – Club Soda#
Sept 28 – Toronto, ON – Phoenix Concert Theatre
Sept 30 – Norwalk, CT – District Music Hall%
Oct 1 – Pittsburgh, PA – Spirit Hall%
Oct 2 – Cleveland, OH – House of Blues%
Oct 3 – Chicago, IL – Reggies%
Oct 4 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater%
Oct 6 – Denver, CO – Oriental Theater^
Oct 7 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Depot^
Oct 8 – Boise, ID – Shrine Social Club^
Oct 10 – Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre^
Oct 11 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theater^
Oct 12 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon^
Oct 15 – Berkeley, CA – UC Theatre&
Oct 16 – Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco&

% with Sacred Reich, Hirax, Interceptor
^ with Sacred Reich, Vio-Lence, Midnight, Interceptor
& with Sacred Reich, Vio-Lence, Hirax, Midnight, Interceptor

KING ULTRAMEGA Launches with Debut Single “Rusty Cage” – A Bold Tribute To Chris Cornell In Partnership With Reigning Phoenix Music and MusiCares

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, hard rock music, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on July 18, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

In a landmark collaboration to support the mental health and well-being of music creators, Reigning Phoenix Music and MusiCares have teamed up to spotlight KING ULTRAMEGA, a bold new tribute project honoring the legacy of Chris Cornell. KING ULTRAMEGA debuts today with a powerful reimagining of Soundgarden’s “Rusty Cage,” released via Reigning Phoenix Music.

Watch “Rusty Cage” here: https://youtu.be/GKdMKFBrQpk

KING ULTRAMEGA is an all-star collective featuring original members of  ALICE IN CHAINS, ANTHRAX, MASTODON and SOUNDGARDEN, alongside legendary artists from the hard rock and metal worlds. With each single release KING ULTRAMEGA will feature different musicians that aim to celebrate Cornell’s musical genius while raising critical funds and awareness for MusiCares, the Recording Academy’s nonprofit providing mental health, addiction recovery, and emergency services to those in the music community.

“Chris Cornell’s voice and presence meant so much to so many, including all of us at MusiCares. He and his loved ones have long championed the importance of our work, and it’s deeply meaningful to see his legacy continue through a project that brings connection, awareness, and hope to the music community.” —  Theresa Wolters, Interim Executive Director and VP of Health & Human Services, MusiCares

The lineup for “Rusty Cage” includes:

  • William DuVall (ALICE IN CHAINS) – Vocals
  • Bill Kelliher (MASTODON) – Guitars
  • Mark Menghi (METAL ALLEGIANCE) – Bass
  • Charlie Benante (ANTHRAX, PANTERA) – Drums

DuVall approaches Cornell’s towering vocal legacy with reverence and restraint: “I just leaned into my love for the song and my immense respect for Chris,” he says. “Since the instrumental track Bill, Charlie, and Mark sent hewed so closely to the original, I thought it best for me to stay in that ballpark as well. Again, my reason for participating was simply taking on an interesting challenge when so much of the world was shut down. I had no thoughts or ambitions for this beyond our posting it on social media five years ago. But if this release can help further the good work done by MusiCares, then I’m all for it.”

Kelliher faithfully channels the song’s jagged, shifting riffs, while Menghi injects a dose of low-end swagger, including a bold bass-wah section in the song’s doom-laden second half. Benante captures Matt Cameron’s explosive style with precision and feel, staying true to the song’s “tight but loose” groove.

KING ULTRAMEGA is more than a tribute, it’s a movement. The collective will continue releasing new interpretations of Cornell’s work across SOUNDGARDEN, AUDIOSLAVE, TEMPLE OF THE DOG, and his solo career, each track featuring rotating guest musicians and collaborators. Proceeds from every release will benefit MusiCares.

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

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

Connect with King Ultramega:

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

Source: C Squared Music

CROWBAR: Down’s Pat Bruders To Fill In On Bass For Remaining 2025 Live Dates | Co-Headlining Tour With Eyehategod To Commence Next Month

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on July 17, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Pat Bruders photo by Charles Dye Photography

CROWBAR – who are readying to kick off a US co-headlining tour with their NOLA comrades Eyehategod are pleased to welcome current Down bassist Pat Bruders (ex-Crowbar, ex-Goatwhore) to the lineup for their remaining 2025 shows. Bruders will fill in for CROWBAR bassist Shane Wesley, who is currently on tour with Acid Bath.

Comments CROWBAR vocalist/guitarist Kirk Windstein, “Due to Shane’s prior commitments with Acid Bath, Pat Bruders will be joining us for the rest of 2025. We will miss Shane, but we are excited to reunite with Pat for these shows! This tour and the Halloween cruise [Headbanger’s Boat] are gonna be a blast! Don’t miss it!”

Offers Wesley, “As many of you know, I’ve recently had the opportunity to be a part of the Acid Bath reunion. I’m incredibly honored and thankful to have the chance to work with not just one, but two bands I grew up listening to. Due to scheduling conflicts, Pat Bruders will be filling in for me on CROWBAR’s upcoming tour with Eyehategod, as well as their Headbanger’s Boat appearance. Pat’s a good friend of mine and someone I’ve looked up to for years. His work in CROWBAR and Down has always been inspiring. The CROWBAR/Eyehategod tour has been long overdue. Friends and fans have been asking for this for years… If any of these shows are coming near you, go show them some support. You don’t want to miss it!”

Adds Bruders, “I would like to express my gratitude and appreciation to my brother Kirk, and my brothers in CROWBAR for giving me the opportunity to step in and play again with them in place of Shane Wesley of whom I have nothing but the deepest love and respect for. He’s so very talented and a great person, and I’m gonna do my best job on his behalf for the August run with our brothers in Eyehategod, and the upcoming Halloween Headbangers Boat cruise in October. I hope everyone comes out to support and celebrate with us for a great, exciting, and super kickass time! Be there! Bring it!”

The journey will commence on August 7th in Orlando, Florida and close on August 31st in Pensacola, Florida. The tour includes a performance on the Rocks Off Concert Cruise in New York City. In October, CROWBAR will perform on Lamb Of God’s Headbangers Boat.

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

CROWBAR w/ Eyehategod:
8/07/2025 Conduit – Orlando, FL
8/08/2025 Brass Mug – Tampa, FL
8/09/2025 Respectable Street – West Palm Beach, FL
8/10/2025 Trolley Pub – Summerville, SC
8/11/2025 529 – Atlanta, GA
8/12/2025 Ground Zero – Spartanburg, SC
8/13/2025 Cobra Cabana – Richmond, VA
8/14/2025 Rocks Off Concert Cruise – New York City, NY [info]
8/15/2025 Phantom Power – Millersville, PA
8/16/2025 Geno’s – Portland, ME
8/17/2025 Brighton Music Hall – Boston, MA
8/18/2025 Space Ballroom – Hamden, CT
8/19/2025 Lost Horizon – Syracuse, NY
8/20/2025 Preserving Underground – New Kensington, PA
8/21/2025 Black Circle – Indianapolis, IN
8/22/2025 Ace Of Cups – Columbus, OH
8/23/2025 Reggie’s – Chicago, IL
8/24/2025 Sanctuary – Detroit, MI
8/25/2025 Red Flag – St. Louis, MO
8/26/202589th Street – Oklahoma City, OK
8/27/2025 Club Dada – Dallas, TX
8/28/2025 House Of Rock – Corpus Christi, TX
8/29/2025 Come And Take It Live – Austin, TX
8/30/2025 Southport Hall – New Orleans, LA
8/31/2025 The Handlebar – Pensacola, FL
10/31/2025 Headbangers Boat – Miami, FL

CROWBAR’s most recent studio offering, the critically acclaimed Zero And Below, was released in 2022 via MNRK Heavy. Led by riff lord and vocalist Kirk Windstein, with guitarist Matt Brunson, bassist Shane Wesley, and drummer Tommy Buckley.

Produced, mixed, and mastered by Duane Simoneaux at OCD Recording And Production in Metairie, Louisiana, Zero And Below is the band’s most unforgivably doom-driven record since their 1998 landmark effort, Odd Fellows Rest.

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https://www.martyrstore.net

Source: EARSPLIT PR

ALL HELL – Unleash New Single “The Bleeding” From Forthcoming Album Sunsetter

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on July 17, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Blackened metal trio ALL HELL has released “The Bleeding,” the first single from their upcoming album Sunsetter, due out October 10, 2025 on Terminus Hate City.

A blistering, high-speed descent into vampiric hunger and ritualistic violence, “The Bleeding” offers the first glimpse into the apocalyptic narrative of Sunsetter, a concept album spanning millennia of exile, resurrection, and mythic doom. The track also features a scorching guest guitar solo by Nate Garnette of SKELETONWITCH, a longtime friend and collaborator of the band.

Lyrically, “The Bleeding” places listeners in the mind of a predator, one of the cursed children of Cain, seeking blood offerings for a long-slumbering sire. The result is pure sonic ferocity, blending d-beat punk energy with the band’s signature blackened edge and occult atmosphere.

Sunsetter is the fifth full-length from ALL HELL, following a string of acclaimed releases including The Grave Alchemist and The Witch’s Grail. Known for their punishing live shows and genre-defying sound, the band has toured with RINGWORM, BLACK TUSK, and PROFANATICA, and has performed at Decibel Metal and Beer Fest, RPM Fest, and more.

ALL HELL:

Jacob Curwen – Guitar and Vocals
Erik Ballantyne – Bass
Elanti – Drums

Sunsetter – Track Listing: 

  1. Exiled Into Nod    
  2. Dominus Sanguis, Domina Nox    
  3. The Violent Brood    
  4. The Bleeding    
  5. Sunsetter    
  6. The Flood and the Death  
  7. Behold the Night    
  8. Path of Cain    
  9. Sacrifice to Shadow    
  10. The Ancients Rise    
  11. The Outer Night

About ALL HELL:

ALL HELL is a blackened metal trio from Asheville, North Carolina, known for their relentless fusion of first wave black metal, deathrock, punk, and horror-driven storytelling. Since forming in 2013, the band has carved out a distinct identity rooted in occult themes, razor-sharp riffs, and a fierce DIY ethos. Their sound is aggressive, stripped-down, and deeply atmospheric; a raw, unfiltered descent into myth, violence, and the supernatural.

Bandcamphttps://allhell.bandcamp.com
Facebookhttps://facebook.com/allhellband
Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/5FVXnF7zGfuo8WF5qq4XHK

Source: C Squared Music

Stoner/Doom Metal Powerhouse, THORNDALE, Unleash “Battles Fought in Vain” Single/Video

Posted in doom metal, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on July 13, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Cover Art – Costin Chioreanu

Haarlem (NL) – Thorndale, the Netherlands-based stoner/doom metal powerhouse, have released the official video for “Battles Fought in Vain,” the second single from forthcoming sophomore album, Spiritual Chains.

Check it out at: youtu.be/qM1h4rpCKSA

“We go through Life struggling with the things we tell ourselves are important. Only to realise when Death comes that none of that mattered.”

– Thorndale on “Battles Fought in Vain”

Listen to “Battles Fought in Vain” on SpotifyBandcamp, and Apple Music.

Comprised of seasoned musicians from notable acts such as Adarrak, Killing Darlings, Embers of Oblivion, Epinikion, and Primal Charge, their unique blend of heavy, stoner, and doom metal has resonated with fans worldwide, setting the stage for Spiritual Chains to be a significant release.

Pre-order: thorndale.bandcamp.com/album/spiritual-chains

Thorndale will release Spiritual Chains, on September 12.

Photo credit: Gustavo Valderrama (edited by Gonzalo Restrepo)

Line-Up:

Gustavo Valderrama – Vocals
Peter Shannon – Guitars
Maarten Jungschläger – Guitars
Zigor Munoz – Bass

Guest musician: Rob Stone – Drums

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facebook.com/thorndaleofficial

Source: ClawHammer PR

NOSPŪN And VOIDCHASER – Announce First European Tour Following Appearance At Progpower Europe 25th Anniversary

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

Rising progressive metal acts Nospūn and Voidchaser are proud to announce their European debut tour this fall, taking place from October 3 to 11, following their appearance at the legendary ProgPower Europe 2025.

This tour marks the first-ever European performances for both bands; an exceptionally rare opportunity for European fans to catch two of the most exciting new names in progressive metal live. With a lineup that’s sure to appeal to fans of the most promising new voices in progressive rock and metal, this run offers a diverse range of shows, from an iconic festival to underground clubs and renowned venues. This is one tour you won’t want to miss.

The full tour routing is as follows:

October 3–5 – Baarlo, Netherlands (ProgPower Europe) along with Threshold, The Dear Hunter, Extol, Kyros, Kingcrow, Major
Parkinson, Mayfire, Tiberius, and more.

October 7 – Cologne, DE (MTC Cologne) w/ Soulsplitter
October 8 – Hamburg, DE (Bambi Galore) w/ Soulsplitter
October 9 – Copenhagen, DK (Underwerket) w/ Soulsplitter and Belief Control
October 11 – Stockholm, SE (The Node)

The Stockholm show is a special edition presented by ProgStorm Festival, featuring Swedish headliners Vulkan, Quantum, and a special performance from Norway’s Sungoose.

For tickets or more information about the shows, please visit: www.voidchaser.net or www.linktr.ee/metalshedproductions.

This tour is orchestrated by Metal Shed Productions, with the support of Infinity Presents, The Progspace, Ormsby Guitars, Brainstorm Productions, Betreutes Proggen, and the incredible local bands and managers making it all possible.

About Nospūn:

Nospūn is an American progressive metal band from North Carolina (United States of America). Their 2023 debut album Opus, made a major impact, hailed by The Prog Report as “one of the more impressive prog metal debut albums you’re likely to hear,” combining virtuosic instrumentation, emotional depth and intricate storytelling.

In March 2025, Nospūn followed up with Ozai, a brilliant new EP that reimagines select tracks from Opus with renewed energy and fresh arrangements

open.spotify.com/intl-fr/artist/04qPxDIwvpVpFwP59D40lZ 

www.facebook.com/NospunOfficial

www.instagram.com/nospun_official

About Voidchaser:

Voidchaser, formed in 2023 between Montreal (Canada) and Stockholm (Sweden), has quickly emerged as a promising new act in progressive metal. Their 2024 debut album Solace received critical acclaim for its mix of heavy riffs, cinematic atmosphere, and emotionally charged themes. The album charted among the top metal releases on Apple Music and iTunes in Canada, Sweden, and several countries across Europe and South America.

voidchaser.bandcamp.com

facebook.com/VoidchaserOfficial

instagram.com/voidchaserband

Source: ClawHammer PR

DEATH RATTLE New Album, The Moral Chokehold, AVAILABLE ONLINE AND IN STORES TODAY

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

Today marks the official release of ‘The Moral Chokehold.’ New England’s DEATH RATTLE has been making some noise and drawing attention to themselves for this release building up anticipation through four previous singles/music videos and touring the US, Japan and Europe, garnering radio support including SiriusXM’s Liquid Metal, all leading up to this moment.

The Morale Chokehold’ has a powerful, large sound courtesy of the production work of Kevin Billingslea (Lamb of God, Trivium) with mix/mastering by Jens Bogren (Amon Amarth, Kreator) and stunning artwork from Tamer Azab of The Dark Art in Dubai. Available on jewel case CD and limited edition (300) philosopher’s moon colored vinyl, in addition to digital.

Recently, DEATH RATTLE have announced their next European tour opening for Atheist and Origin this Sept/Oct (tour dates below). This is the quartet’s second trip to Europe after supporting Gorgoroth and Aeturnus earlier this year. Watch for more US shows soon.

DEATH RATTLE have built quite a nice arsenal of tracks showcasing different elements of the group’s sound blending groove, melody and aggression as evidenced by emphasis songs like “Malthusian Dependency,” “Immersed in Black,” “The Darkness” and “Nietzsche, and the Fall” the latter featuring vocal contributions from Bjorn “Speed” Strid of SOILWORK/THE NIGHT FLIGHT ORCHESTRA fame.

We are beyond stoked to release ‘The Moral Chokehold.’ For us, this album has been almost four years in the making. We had a blast writing and recording it, but for the last year we have been in the trenches making content and releasing things to hype up the release. It is the grind of the music business. It feels so good to finally get back to what we are passionate about – the music. Releasing these songs to the world and touring to support them is what this whole venture is all about. Creatively, this was a giant step forward for us. We experimented with writing more in the studio environment and playing with different melody structures. It has brought out a new energy in our live show. When a group of songs inspires the band to begin writing the next album before the music is even released, you know you have made something special. That is how we feel about ‘…Chokehold.’ We cannot wait for you all to hear this thing all the way through.

DEATH RATTLE:
Trey Holton (vocals)
Ryan Vanderwolk (guitar)
Justin Brown (bass)
Chris Morin (drums)

Hailing from the New England area, a spot which has a long history of producing some of the most influential metal acts in modern metal, DEATH RATTLE hope to follow in the footsteps of those that came before them. DEATH RATTLE have already released two albums independently, toured the US four times including a run supporting The Convalescence and went to Japan twice previously in support of such luminaries as Cattle Decapitation, Revocation, Ne Obliviscaris and Wolfheart. All this in addition to regional plays supporting Hatebreed, Soulfly, Unearth, Crowbar, Allegaeon, Philip H Anselmo and the Illegals, Let Us Prey plus appearing at local festival plays on Mayhem Fest, Summer Slaughter, New England Metal and Hardcore Fest and the Tattoo & Music Festival.

UPCOMING LIVE SHOWS
DEATH RATTLE
EU tour with Atheist/Origin
04.09.2025: Warszawa, Poland @ Proxima
05.09.2025: Kraków, Poland @  Kwadrat
06.09.2025: Ostrava, Czech Republic @ Barrak Music Club
07.09.2025: Wien, Austria @ Viper Room          
09.09.2025: Ljubljana, Slovenia @ Orto Bar
10.09.2025: Munich, Germany @ Backstage
11.09.2025: Trier, Germany @ Forum
12.09.2025: Amstelveen, The Netherlands @ P60
13.09.2025: Essen, Germany @ Turock
14.09.2025: Bristol, UK @ The Fleece
16.09.2025: London, UK @ Underworld
17.09.2025: Paris, France @ Glazart
18.09.2025: Kotrijk, Belgium @ DVG Club
19.09.2025: Helmond, The Netherlands @ Cacaofabriek
20.09.2025: Drachten, The Netherlands @ Iduna
21.09.2025: Hamburg, Germany @ Logo
23.09.2025: Erfurt, Germany @ Club From Hell
24.09.2025: Mannheim, Germany @ MS Connexion Complex
25.09.2025: Luzern, Switzerland @ Shuur
26.09.2025: Milan, Italy @ Legend
27.09.2025: San Dona di Piave, Italy @ Revolver
28.09.2025: Graz, Austria @ Explosiv  

More information on DEATH RATTLE:
www.facebook.com/DeathRattleBand 
www.instagram.com/deathrattle_official
www.m-theoryaudio.com

Combat Metal Act FIREFORCE Unleashed Music Video For Brand New Furious Single “Living On The Edge”

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

Four years since their latest studio album, Rage Of War, Belgian combat metal powerhouse FireForce has returned with new song material. Following the previously-released single, “The Battle Of Ramadi”, today, the band is premiering a video clip for their new song “Living On The Edge”!

This blast beast of a track, featuring razorsharp riffs, epic vocals and raging heavy metal power, tells the story “of a jet fighter pilot and his everyday flirting with death,” the band comments“Dedicated to Pavlo Ivanov, a Ukrainian Air Force F-16 fighter jet pilot, who was killed in action on Saturday, 12 April 2025.” 

“Living On The Edge” is now streaming on: https://fireforce.rpm.link/edgePR 

Watch  “Living on the Edge” (Official Video) HERE

FireForce:
Søren Adamsen
– Vocals
Erwin Suetens – Guitars
Marcus Forstbauer – Solo guitars
Serge Bastaens – Bass
Christophe De Combe – Drums

For More Info Visit:
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Fireforceband/ 
Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fireforceofficial/ 
YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwIVldfeEhz25yVI5x36iIQ 

Visit RPM ROAR online: 
Homepagehttps://www.roar-records.de
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/rpmroar

Source: ROAR

ABSTRACTED Return With New Single “Languish” | Features Guest Vocals By Chaney Crabb of Entheos

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

The Brazilian extreme progressive metal group ABSTRACTED – whose sound blends blistering technicality with melodic and atmospheric moments – usher in their comeback with a slamming new single for “Languish,” the first taste of the band’s next album.

Check outLanguishon all streaming platforms https://lnk.to/languish_single or watch the video HERE https://youtu.be/d4DnTW_q29U

“We are very excited to present new music with our single ‘Languish.’ This song is a chaotic trip that catches up with everything Abstracted has been doing so far, with a modern twist. Sharp riffs, and plenty of odd time signatures for all the Prog lovers out there, and last, but not least, the guest vocals of one of the most powerful voices in Modern Metal – Chaney Crabb from Entheos. Our new phase is about to begin, and we will drop tons of crazy stuff for you in the upcoming months. Stay tuned!

Languish” is the first sample of the group’s next album, Hiraeth, coming early 2026 on M-Theory Audio. It will be almost 4 years since their last release, the band’s album Atma Conflux.

Since the band’s core trio – vocalist Rosano Pedro Matiusi, bassist Riverton Alves and keyboardist Carol Lynn – have been joined by 3 new members – guitarists Leonardo Brito and José Consani along with drummer Fernando Pollon. The revamped lineup have been writing during the downtime and drawing in influences old and new to create something pleasurable and challenging

Hiraeth is ABSTRACTED’s third release. After Atma Conflux we faced lots of lineup changes and that evidently reflected in our way of making music. Hiraeth, in some ways, is more grounded, musical and nuanced,” continues singer Rosano. “Atmosphere is the thing we pursued the most on this record. We are very proud of what we built, keeping the fast paced music, but reinventing what we are already known for.

ABSTRACTED is a six-piece Extreme Progressive Metal band from Brazil that draws influences from the most prominent modern metal acts like Opeth, Vildhjarta and Between the Buried and Me. Their music goes from total utter chaos to jazz fusion influenced passages. On their upcoming release Hiraeth ABSTRACTED draw strength from the past and project their 11 year experience into a blend of feelings, heaviness and complexity.
Watch for pre-orders soon.

For more info:
https://abstractedmetal.bandcamp.com
https://instagram.com/abstractedbr
https://facebook.com/abstractedbr
https://m-theoryaudio.com

SONATA ARCTICA – Announce Headlining North American Shows

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

In addition to their previously announced support dates with SYMPHONY X, the legendary Finnish power metal band SONATA ARCTICA are pleased to announce five headlining dates on their upcoming North American Tour. Joining the band as openers on all dates will be the American instrumental band POWERGLOVE.

The band comments: “It’s been awhile since we last toured the US & Canada so it’s gonna be really awesome to come back and kick some ass once again. With our new album we made a return to Power Metal so you can expect to hear some favourites from the past that we haven’t played in years as well as some new stuff. See you all soon! “

All dates are in support of their critically acclaimed album Clear Cold Beyondwhich was released in 2024.

CLEAR COLD BEYOND NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINE DATES:

🇨🇦 Sep 29 – Toronto, ON – The Mod Club
🇨🇦 Sep 30 – Montreal, QC – Théâtre Beanfield
🇺🇸 Oct 1 – New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre
🇺🇸 Oct 2 – Boston, MA – Royale
🇺🇸 Oct 4 – Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage

NORTH AMERICAN DATES IN SUPPORT OF SYMPHONY X:
Sep. 04 – Stroudsburg, PA @ Sherman Theater
Sep. 08 – Dallas, TX @ Granada Theater
Sep. 10 – Mesa, AZ @ The Nile
Sep. 11 – San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick
Sep. 12 – Pomona, CA @ The Glass House
Sep. 13 – Los Angeles, CA @ El Rey Theatre
Sep. 14 – San Francisco, CA @ August Hall
Sep. 16 – Portland, OR @ Dante’s
Sep. 17 – Seattle, WA @ Neptune
Sep. 18 – Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw Theatre
Sep. 20 – Calgary, AB @ The Palace Theatre
Sep. 21 – Edmonton, AB @ Starlite Room
Sep. 23 – Winnipeg, MB @ Park Theatre
Sep. 24 – Minneapolis, MN @ Fine Line
Sep. 25 – Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave II
Sep. 26 – Joliet, IL @ The Forge
Sep. 27 – Cleveland, OH @ Globe Iron
Sep. 29 – Red Bank, NJ @ The Vogel

More on RPM:

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Source: C Squared Music

Progressive Metal Legends QUEENSRŸCHE Announce “Volume and Vengeance Tour” For Fall of 2025 With Special Guests ACCEPT!

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

From Queensrÿche Facebook:

Today, progressive metal legends QUEENSRŸCHE are excited to announce they’ll be hitting the road this coming fall on the “Volume and Vengeance Tour” alongside special guests ACCEPT. The tour will kick off on November 7th in Denver, CO at Summit and will conclude on December 20th in Temecula, CA at Pechanga Theater Casino.

Ticket pre-sales begin tomorrow and the general on-sale is Friday. For a full list of dates, please see below.

Vocalist Todd La Torre shares on the tour: “We are extremely excited to announce our upcoming 2025 U.S. fall tour with metal legends Accept!

For years and years both bands have discussed wanting to do a proper tour together, and the time has finally arrived. And while we both have our unique stylistic approaches, both bands continue to have a deep and revered history, shared by an amazing fan-base that is sure to enjoy this moment in time.

So it is with great pleasure that we invite you to experience the “Volume and Vengeance Tour” with QUEENSRŸCHE and Accept, and be part of metal musical history with us! See you soon!!!

The cool artwork you see was created by my good friend and friend of the band, Joe Helm.”

Tickets on sale here: http://www.queensrycheofficial.com/tour-dates/

QUEENSRŸCHE Live w/ACCEPT:

11/07: Denver, CO @ Summit

11/08: Wichita, KS @ TempleLive at Wichita Scottish Rite Center

11/09: Evansville, IN @ Victory Theatre

11/11: Peoria, IL @ TempleLive at Peoria Scottish Rite Theater

11/13: Chicago, IL @ House of Blues

11/14: Nashville, IN @ Brown County Music Center

11/15: Cleveland, OH @ TempleLive Cleveland Masonic

11/16: Columbus, OH @ TempleLive at the Columbus Athenaeum

11/18: Greensburg, PA @ Palace Theater

11/19: Wilkes-Barre, PA @ Kirby Center

11/21: Somerville, MA @ Somerville Theatre

11/22: Hartford, CT @ The Webster

11/23: Huntington, NY @ The Paramount

11/25: Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom

11/26: Harrisburg, PA @ Capitol City Music Hall

11/28: Ponte Vedra Beach, FL @ Ponte Vedra Concert Hall

11/29: Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Culture Room

12/02: Lake Buena Vista, FL @ House of Blues

12/03: Tampa, FL @ Jannus Live

12/05: Rocky Mount, VA @ Harvester Performance Center

12/06: Charles Town, WV @ Hollywood Casino

12/09: Fort Smith, AR @ Commandry at TempleLive

12/11: Houston, TX @ House of Blues

12/14: Dallas, TX @ House of Blues

12/16: Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren

12/18: Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues

12/19: San Diego, CA @ House of Blues

12/20: Temecula, CA @ Pechanga Theater Casino

VIP Packages Include:

  • Pre-Show Meet & Greet
  • Photo-Op with band
  • VIP Laminate and Lanyard
  • VIP Bottle Opener Key-chain
  • VIP Koozie
  • VIP Ticket Magnet
  • Vinyl Tri-Ryche Sticker
  • Knit Beanie
  • Tour Guitar Pick Set
  • One personal item signed
    Please note: VIP packages do not include a ticket! Bring your camera/phone for the photo op.
    VIP Packages available here starting Friday July 11: https://www.national-acts.com/queensryche

TERRIFIER – Ink Deal With Listenable Records

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

We, at Listenable records are huge thrash metal fans,  and we are extremely delighted to welcome Canada’s TERRIFIER to our roster!

TERRIFIER is a thrash metal band based in Vancouver, Canada. With strong 80s thrash/speed metal influences and an extra edge of brutality and precision, they have made their name known in recent years in the “new wave of old school thrash metal” scene and continue to bring a relentless onslaught of blistering metal to legions of fans across the world.

Although the band originally started in 2003 under the name of SKULL HAMMER, their first TERRIFIER release, a three song EP entitled Metal or Death in 2012 really gave birth to their sound. In 2017, they started gaining international recognition with the release of their first full length album Weapons of thrash destruction, showcasing impressive technicality and songwriting abilities proving they stand out amongst the crowd.

They continued crushing everything in their path whith their 2023 release Trample the Weak, Devour the Dead, coming out with a heavier yet more redefined sound showing they’re more than just another overdone throwback 80s thrash metal band.

Now with their sights set on international touring and a new record in process, TERRIFIER is determined to bring their pummeling brand of thrash to your doorstep and continue pushing the boundaries to keep you begging for more.

TERRIFIER are working on their brand new album to be issued on Listenable in 2026.

Catch the band live this Summer:
July 26th The Kingsway club in Vancouver B.C Canada July 26th
August 10th Alcatraz festival Kortrijk, Belgium
August 11th The Reset club Berlin, Germany with Chemicide
August 17th Dynamo Festival Eindhoven, Netherlands August 17th

Live video for ‘Perpetual Onslaught’ (taken from the album ‘Trample The Weak, Devour The Dead’):

Watch Terrifier – Perpetual Onslaught live @ Loud as Hell Open Air 2024 HERE

Band links:
FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM
YOUTUBE

Subscribe to Listenable Records channel HERE

Source: Listenable Records

DIRKSCHNEIDER & THE OLD GANG – Release Emotional New Single “Strangers In Paradise” | Babylon Pre-Order Begins Today

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

After setting the tone with “It Takes Two To Tango”, “Time To Listen” and “Hellbreaker”, DIRKSCHNEIDER & THE OLD GANG (DATOG) unveil their most heartfelt release yet: “Strangers In Paradise”.

“Strangers In Paradise” is a true goosebump-inducing rock ballad that gets under your skin, an extraordinary song in every respect. Manuela’s soulful voice opens the track as she accompanies her own vocals on piano, with a haunting beauty, before Peter joins in with a longing and emotional vocal delivery. The song then rises into a powerful chorus where Udo sings more clearly, deeply, and emphatically than ever before, a true vocal highlight for all fans. 

Mathias’ virtuoso guitar solo in flamenco style adds a stunning twist before leading into the grand finale, complete with the signature DATOG harmonic choruses. “Strangers In Paradise” is not only a standout track on the upcoming album Babylon, but is also a love letter to life’s journey itself. Even in moments of doubt about the future, it reminds us that being alive is a miracle and is worth every struggle.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/U7j_th2jf_g

Listen to “Strangers In Paradise”https://datog.rpm.link/strangersPR

Anything but strangers to the rock and metal world, Udo Dirkschneider, Peter Baltes, Stefan Kaufmann, Mathias Dieth, Sven Dirkschneider and Manuela Bibert deliver a tight, dynamic, and passionately crafted performance throughout the album Babylon, that was superbly captured within the walls of the legendary Dierks Studios.

Set for release on October 3, 2025 via Reigning Phoenix MusicBabylon is now available for pre-order in a variety of stunning formats:

  • Limited Red, Gold & Black Marbled Gatefold Double Vinyl
  • Limited Red Opaque & Black Marbled Gatefold Double Vinyl
  • Gold Opaque Double Vinyl
  • Deluxe Earbook Edition with CD and enhanced 36-page booklet
  • Digipak CD featuring a 24-page booklet
  • Jewelcase CD featuring a 24-page booklet

Pre-orders are available now – secure your copy of this powerful statement from one of metal’s most iconic voices and this extraordinary band: https://datog.rpm.link/babylonPR

Babylon – Track Listing:
01. It Takes Two To Tango
02. Babylon
03. Hellbreaker
04. Time To Listen
05. Strangers In Paradise
06. Dead Man’s Hand
07. The Law Of A Madman
08. Metal Sons
09. Propaganda
10. Blindfold
11. Batter The Power
12. Beyond The End Of Time

More from Babylon:
“It Takes Two To Tango”OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meb1xvWHBEo

“Time To Listen” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tL6ms_kEzy4

“Hellbreaker” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNXNVItL8kI

Source: C Squared Music

Bavarian Thrashers WHITE MANTIS Release First Single & Video “Nekrotornado” | New Album Arrows At The Sun – Out On August 22nd

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on July 5, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Six years after Sacrifice Your Future, Bavarian thrash metal force White Mantis return with their second album Arrows at the Sun. Many things happened in the years after their critically acclaimed debut full-length, not least significant changes within the group’s line-up.

After having parted with guitarist Andre Krimbacher on friendly terms, Matthias Mizera stepped into the fold and was eventually replaced by Enrico Pertoso, “a killer lead guitarist who already played on the The Iron Curse EP in 2022” according to bass player Jan Strobl.

Watch new video “Nekrotornado” HERE
Order new album Arrows at the Sun HERE

Putting more complex material into focus, Arrows at the Sun continues on the path the band has followed ever since drummer Thomas Taube and bass player Jan Strobl joined in 2016 and 2018 respectively. “Based on a traditional thrash metal foundation, the new songs also display some weird, chaotic and progressive influences,” the bassist explains. “Given the members’ different musical backgrounds, we are always open to diverse songwriting.”

As a consequence, White Mantis have refined their sophisticated style of lyric writing even further. The album deals with sociopolitical issues, technocriticism and scepticism towards progress but also spirituality and death as a mystery of life. “Our interpretation of the title describes the struggle between mind and matter, with the sun symbolizing the destruction of causality and the withdrawal of all life.” This is captured in the artwork by Velio Josto, which also sees the return of the mantis as the band’s mascot.

Track-listing:
01 Nekrotornado
02 Arrows at the Sun
03 Pass the Torche
04 Divide and Kill
05 Atavistic Power
06 Over Your Pale Bones
07 Toxic Sniper
08 Roboticator
09 Reality Exists
10 Altar of Technology

It’s easy to hear influences from Voivod or early Megadeth on “Arrows at the Sun,” yet for the most part, White Mantis are very much themselves, with songs such as ‘Reality Exists” or the title track encapsulating their own brand of thrash: crushing melodies, frantic rhythms and multiple turns, all without sacrificing their catchiness.

Given the huge potential of the band, Jan’s final words seem almost too modest: “Self-assessment is always a double-edged sword,” he says. “We know our strengths and therefore prefer to let others assess our significance within the current thrash scene.”

Line-Up:
Matthias Pletz – Vocals, Guitar
Enrico Pertoso – Guitar
Jan Strobl – Bass
Thomas Taube – Drums

On-Line:
https://www.facebook.com/white.mantis

https://www.hrrecords.de/WHITE-MANTIS

Source: High Roller Records

SLYTHER – Italian Thrashers Sign To Time To Kill Records

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on July 5, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Time To Kill Records is proud to welcome SLYTHER, a young and ferocious Italian thrash metal band, to its roster.

With a solid foundation of live experience already under their belt, SLYTHER stand out for their ability to revisit thrash metal tradition with energy and freshness, blending the classic attitude of bands like Metallica and Overkill with the irreverent crossover edge of acts such as Municipal Waste.

Their debut album is set to be released in the coming months via Time To Kill Records. Full details will be revealed soon – stay tuned!

Biography:

SLYTHER is a young thrash/crossover band hailing from Pescara, Italy, and active since 2020. Formed by musicians born between 2005 and 2007, the group delivers a direct, high-energy sound rooted in modern thrash with strong crossover influences.

Since 2022, SLYTHER has been active on the live circuit, performing at major events such as the Day 0 of Frantic Fest 2023 and sharing the stage with well-known names in the Italian underground for Game Over and Fingernails. Among their first releases is the single “Shut The Fuck Up” (July 2023), which has surpassed 10,000 streams and offers a taste of the debut album currently in the works.

Line-up:

Marco Aquino – Vocals, rhythm guitar
Federico Pavese – Drums
Federico Pistilli – Lead guitar
Giovanni De Bonis – Bass

SLYTHER:

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

https://slyther.bandcamp.com/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089231523446

Time To Kill Records:

https://timetokillrecords.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/timetokillrecords/

WARMEN – Unveils “Nine Lives” Video/Single | Band Of Brothers Full-Length To See Release On August 15th Via Reaper Entertainment

Posted in Heavy Metal, melodic death metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on July 4, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Marek Sabogal

Finnish melodic death metal outfit WARMEN are pleased to unveil their latest single, “Nine Lives.” The track comes by way of their upcoming album Band Of Brothers, due out on August 15th via Reaper Entertainment.

Following the melodic and anthemic title track, “Nine Lives” takes things to a heavier and more aggressive level blending razor-sharp riffs, blistering drums, and Petri Lindroos’ unmistakable growls into a relentless sonic assault. The song demonstrates WARMEN’s ability to push their sound into darker, more extreme territory without losing the signature melodies that define them.

The single once again proves that Band Of Brothers is shaping up to be the most intense and cohesive album in WARMEN’s career; a record that blends cinematic atmosphere with raw aggression and precision.

Watch WARMEN’s “Nine Lives” video HERE. Stream the track HERE

Watch the band’s previously released video for “Band Of Brothers” HERE

WARMEN’s Band Of Brothers was recorded at various locations across Finland and refined by Mikko Karmila (mixing) and Mika Jussila (mastering) at the legendary Finnvox Studios. Frontman Petri Lindroos (Ensiferum) delivers aggressive vocals and distinctive guitar solos, adding new energy and helping to define the band’s modern sound. The cover artwork was once again created by Aleh Zieliankievic, who also worked on Here For None.

WARMEN’s Band Of Brothers will be released on CD, LP (including Splatter and limited Crystal Yellow Vinyl), and digital formats. Find exclusive bundles featuring brand new WARMEN merch and more at warmen-band.com/products

Band Of Brothers – Track Listing: 

1. Band Of Brothers

2. One More Year

3. Nine Lives

4. When Doves Cry Blood

5. Out For Blood

6. Kingdom Of Rust

7. March Or Die

8. Untouched

9. Coup De Grâce

10. Dethroned

11. The Kiss Of Judas (Stratovarius Cover)

WARMEN:
Janne “Warman” Wirman – keyboards
Petri Lindroos – vocals
Antti “Warman” Wirman – guitar
Jyri Helko – bass
Seppo Tarvainen – drums

https://www.facebook.com/warmen

https://www.instagram.com/warmen_band

https://www.reapermusic.de

Source: EARSPLIT PR