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KALAMITY KILLS Pays Tribute To The Prince of Darkness With New Video for “I Don’t Know” Featuring Ray Luzier (Korn) & Billy Sheehan

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock music, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , on September 5, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Rising rock force KALAMITY KILLS unleashes a bold and reverent take on “I Don’t Know” with their latest video release, featuring powerhouse drummer Ray Luzier (KORN) and legendary bassist Billy Sheehan (MR. BIG, THE WINERY DOGS). This electrifying reinterpretation of the classic track pays homage to the enduring legacy of the Prince of Darkness himself: OZZY OSBOURNE.

The idea for the tribute was sparked after the band witnessed OZZY’s final performance at the Back to the Beginning Concert in Birmingham, England. Deeply moved, KALAMITY KILLS set out to honor the icon who shaped so much of their musical DNA.

Guitarist JAMEY PERRENOT, whose playing is deeply influenced by the late, great RANDY RHOADS, infused this version of “I Don’t Know” with both reverence and fire. Fans of OZZY will also hear subtle nods to other classics woven throughout: a sonic Easter egg hunt for the diehards.

Special thanks to Ray Luzier and Billy Sheehan for joining the sonic rebellion on this one.

The release also comes with news that the Expanded Edition of Kalamity Kills will be available on September 9, 2025. This edition will include brand-new tracks, alternate mixes, and exclusive content on CD in limited quantities. A candy apple red vinyl edition is set to follow in April 2026.

Track Listing: 

  1. Anthem
  2. Dearest Enemy
  3. What’s On Your Mind
  4. Dark Secrets
  5. The Chemistry of Meant To Be
  6. ALIEN
  7. Hellfire Honey
  8. Burn
  9. Sinners Welcome
  10. I Still Believe
  11. Amen

Bonus Tracks:

  1. Afraid
  2. Starry Skies (988) (feat. Aaron Gillespie from Underoath)
  3. Dark Secrets (2025 Version)
  4. Dearest Enemy (Pressure) (Scott Bush alt. Mix)
  5. The Chemistry of Meant To Be (Kellan McGregor Radio Mix)
  6. Jingle Bells (Slay)

About KALAMITY KILLS:

KALAMITY KILLS is a hard rock band forged in the heart of East Nashville, Tennessee. Formed in 2022 by vocalist Jamie Rowe and guitarist/producer Jamey Perrenot, the band emerged from the ashes of a solo project into a fully realized sonic assault; fueled by raw emotion, modern aggression and a deep respect for rock’s roots. With a sound that fuses the swagger of classic hard rock with the intensity and polish of modern metal, KALAMITY KILLS strikes a rare balance between power and vulnerability.

Best known for their debut self-titled album Kalamity Kills, the band quickly turned heads thanks to high-profile collaborations with members of KORN, 3 DOORS DOWN, LA GUNS, CONQUER DIVIDE, and UNDEROATH. Their music has earned national airplay on SIRIUSXM’s Octane, landed on the Billboard Active Rock charts, and crossed over into viral success without ever chasing trends.

More than just a studio project, KALAMITY KILLS is a growing force with a full live lineup, including bassist/vocalist Julia Lauren Bullock and drummer Rob Bodley. Their songs, ranging from explosive anthems to brutally honest ballads, tackle themes of faith, failure, hypocrisy, redemption, and the messy beauty of being human.

KALAMITY KILLS is for the outsiders, the misfits, the ones who’ve been burned and are still standing. Loud. Unapologetic. Unforgettable.

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Source: C Squared Music

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Watch: Vogg of DECAPITATED Joined GOJIRA On Stage in Kraków, Poland

Posted in Death Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , on September 2, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Fans at Tauron Arena were treated to a special moment on August 19th when Wacław “Vogg” Kiełtyka, guitarist of Polish death metal titans DECAPITATED, joined French metal juggernauts GOJIRA on stage. Vogg stepped in for a blistering performance of GOJIRA’s classic track “From The Sky.”

The collaboration electrified the audience, who erupted as the two forces of modern metal united in Kraków. GOJIRA, known for their crushing riffs and atmospheric intensity, welcomed Vogg with open arms, marking a powerful meeting between two of the most influential bands in contemporary heavy music.

“This was a truly unforgettable night,” said Vogg after the show. “I had the unimaginable pleasure and honor of performing From The Sky with my dear friends from the mighty Gojira. It was one of the most unforgettable and epic moments of my entire music life. I am still blown away by how amazing the time was with them in my hometown of Kraków. I will never forget this day.”

Gojira (with Vogg!) LIVE From the Sky – Kraków, Tauron Arena, Poland 2025: https://youtu.be/K2Q3xTgUC30

Gojira – “From The Sky” with Vogg (Live at TAURON Arena in Kraków, Poland, 19.08.2025): https://youtu.be/mpBt85iDN0Y

GOJIRA’s performance in Kraków was part of their ongoing tour, bringing their acclaimed sound to audiences across Europe with support from KERRY KING. The addition of Vogg highlighted the band’s close ties with the global metal community and underscored their mutual respect for one another’s artistry.

The night will be remembered as a milestone for Polish fans, witnessing a rare and monumental collaboration on home soil.

About DECAPITATED:

Across eight studio albums, DECAPITATED grew from the adolescent dream of teenagers from a small Central European town to one of the leaders of the metal genre. Each successive album further expands the band’s sound with genre-bending authenticity and integrity. As Metal Injection rightfully observed, “any self-respecting death metalhead knows the name well.”

DECAPITATED’s music is a weapon forged by four young men from a historic medieval-fortified town in Poland, which catapulted them to the top of a worldwide subculture. Like a rose in the devil’s garden, the DECAPITATED story builds triumph from tragedy. The gleeful grotesquery of extreme metal imagery and rifftastic bludgeoning beckons listeners to uncover broader truths.

Vogg and his younger brother, drummer Witold “Vitek” Kiełtyka, co-founded DECAPITATED in 1996. The rule-breaking ferocity and invention of their first four albums reinvigorated death metal. Sadly, this era came to a shocking end in late 2007, when the band’s bus collided with a large truck near the Russian border with Belarus. Vitek tragically passed away from his injuries. He was just 23.

Vogg summoned the courage to continue, in honor of his brother and what they created, and returned with a new incarnation of DECAPITATED and the fiercely adventurous comeback album, Carnival is Forever (2011). Anticult (2017) increased the musical diversity without sacrificing their signature sound.

The devoted supporters who traveled to see DECAPITATED on international tours with the likes of Lamb Of God, Meshuggah, and Soulfly over the years will recognize the ever-present pummeling backbone of Cancer Culture (2022). Driven by Vogg’s passion and integrity, the dual emphasis on invention and skill maintains DECAPITATED’s stature as genre-leaders in 2025 and beyond.

Source: C Squared Music

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DEFIGUREMENT: Death/Grind Act To Release Endbryo Debut LP Featuring Guests From Cephalic Carnage, Gridlink, Impaled & More On Nefarious Industries October 17 – Preorders/Previews Posted

Posted in Extreme Metal, extreme metal music, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , on August 16, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Experimental death/grind abomination DEFIGUREMENT, formed by current/former members of Fear Factory, Malignancy, Raven, Bad Acid Trip, Murder Construct, Lack Of Interest, Rottenness, and countless more, will release their facemelting debut album, Endbryo, through Nefarious Industries in October.

DEFIGUREMENT encompasses a cast of life-long henchmen from across the metal/extreme music underground; an experimental grindcore project featuring drummer Mike Heller (Malignancy, Raven, ex-Fear Factory), guitarist Kevin Fetus (Lack Of Interest, Fetus Eaters, ex-Murder Construct), bassist/noise architect DMT (Mormon Mincers, ex-Bad Acid Trip), and vocalist Matthias Joyce aka “Matti Güey” (Rottenness, To Violently Vomit, Formless Master).

The debut album from this decimating collective, Endbryo arrives with sixteen tracks of sheer intensity; A unified creation born of sci-fi death metal infiltrated by hyperactive overtones of gore, grind, prog, and experimentalism.

Ludicrous, grinding blasts jacked-up on interstellar strains of both melody and scathe, ludicrous putridity bursting to shed its skin, hammering percussion with fretwork and vocals working triple-time to keep up. As uncanny, unhinged, and bizarre as it undoubtedly is, Endbryo flows seamlessly into an inimitable hybrid of extreme tech death that can only be described as pure DEFIGUREMENT.

Nefarious Industries will release Endbryo on limited runs of LP, CD, and MC on October 17th. Find preorders where the “Wounded Landscape” single and “Godtopsy” video are playing RIGHT HERE.

Endbryo was recorded DIY by the band at multiple facilities, mixed by Rob Caldwell (Cannibal Corpse, Municipal Waste, Devourment), mastered by Lasse Lammert (Sigh, Kublai Khan, The Atlas Moth), with artwork by Kevin Fetus.

The album is drenched in guest contributions, including Takafumi Matsubara (Gridlink, Mortalized), Makiko Suda (Flagitious Idiosyncrasy In The Dilapidation, Monnier), Brian Hopp (Cephalic Carnage), Kevin Alter (Deathwish, Invidiosus), Crawlin Lewis (King Goro, Formless Master, Invidiosus), Karl Schmidt (Gorgatron, Visceral Disgorge), Leon Del Muerte (Impaled, Terrorizer LA, ex-Exhumed, ex-Nails, ex-Intronaut), Alec Cordero (Black Hole Deity, Calcemia), Ryan Wright (Necropathy), Leonard “Lenzig” Leal (Cephalic Carnage, Neuromorphic), and Matt Olson.

Endbryo – Track Listing:

1. Shogun Of Sorrow

2. Burnt By The Truth

3. Impure Vessel

4. Open Veins, Visceral Tapestry

5. Wounded Landscape

6. Alteregomaniac

7. Humanity In Autumn

8. Her Knowing Collapse

9. Eternal Dusk (Interlude)

10. Godtopsy

11. We Are The Worst

12. Love Is Atrophy

13. Left In A Cold Rain (Interlude)

14. The Clot Thickens

15. Neverlasting Life

16. Endbryo

If Total Fucking Destruction, Birdflesh, Cryptopsy, Gridlink, Cephalic Carnage, Atrae Bilis, Brutal Truth, Gigan, Anata, Artificial Brain, Antigama, Necrophagist, and the like frequently contribute to your hearing damage, DEFIGUREMENT should be next in line to usher in your tinnitus.

Expect additional videos/previews of the record to drop over the weeks ahead.

https://defigurement.bandcamp.com

https://www.facebook.com/defigurement

https://www.instagram.com/defigurementgrind

https://nefariousindustries.com

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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HERETOIR Ushers In The “Season of Grief” | New Album Solastalgia, Out Sep 19th Via AOP Records

Posted in Blackgaze, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , on August 14, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo Credit: Anne C. Swallow

Revered German blackgaze band HERETOIR has revealed the 2nd single, “Season of Grief,” from their awaited, fourth album, Solastalgia, that’s out September 19th via AOP Records.

The 10 minute epic soundscape blends lush atmospheric guitars with intense driving riffs and blackened rhythm; a signature sound the band has long been praised for. The song is paired with an equally profound video created by Martin Vrigsjö Staflin with live footage from Kevin Storm and Alexander Bahr. 

Commenting on the new song, the band states: 

“When we think about how modern humanity treats the natural world and also how humanity treats each other, the general feeling is one of sadness and anger – and grief. Grief for every living being suffering from our ways. 

In the name of technological progress humanity is consuming even the last remaining intact ecosystems. Many people, especially in the global North, believe that established economic systems, capitalism, and globalized industrial civilization represent humanity’s greatest achievement.

We actually find little to admire in this – huge numbers of people live in inhumane conditions, animals are degraded to commodities, primeval forests are clearcut for wood production and to make room for agriculture… the list is endless.

We hope that this track resonates with many of you, especially in this challenging time, where everything feels more unstable than ever. Thank you for your never ending support and love – we don’t take it for granted.“

Stream “Season of Grief“: 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

“SEASON OF GRIEF” MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdDtowKmQk8

“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’s emotionally stirring new record, Solastalgia, 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.

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

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AGNOSTIC FRONT Sign With Reigning Phoenix Music  Announce “East Meets West” Tour with STRUNG OUT, MURPHY’S LAW And LA ARMADA

Posted in hardcore, hardcore bands, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , on July 23, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Legendary NYHC band AGNOSTIC FRONT have signed with rising metal label Reigning Phoenx Music.

The band comments: “We are excited to announce that we have officially joined the Reigning Phoenix Music family! Excited to work with new and some familiar faces in the team for our new release Echoes In Eternity this coming November! Let’s celebrate in making this collaboration a force to be reckoned with! ”  – Roger Miret, Vocalist

“RPM is extremely thrilled to make it official and announce the signing of The Hardcore Legends, Agnostic Front! Having been working with Roger and the guys for two decades, this makes it that much more special. Here’s to many more years of killer music!” – Gerardo Martinez, Reigning Phoenix Music Co-Founder 

The band  is set to tour the Western United States this fall with a stacked line-up including STRUNG OUT (playing Exile In Oblivion in its entirety), MURPHY’S LAW and La Armada. The tour is set to kick off on Wednesday, October 15th in Denver, CO and will continue to pummel audiences across the West Coast until ending on November 2nd in Garden Grove CA. All shows are in support of their most recent album, Get Loud!, which was released in 2019.

EAST MEETS WEST TOUR DATES:

October 15, 2025 – The Oriental Theater – Denver, CO
October 16, 2025 – Metro Music Hall – Salt Lake City, UT
October 17, 2025 – The Shredder – Boise, ID
October 18, 2025 – Hawthorne Theatre – Portland, OR
October 19, 2025 – El Corazon – Seattle, WA
October 21, 2025 – The Ritz – San Jose, CA
October 22, 2025 – Goldfield Trading Post – Sacramento, CA
October 23, 2025 – Cornerstone Berkeley – Berkeley, CA
October 24, 2025 – Ventura Music Hall – Ventura, CA
October 25, 2025 – The Glass House – Pomona, CA
October 26, 2025 – Swan Dive – Las Vegas, NV
October 28, 2025 – The Rock – Tucson, AZ
October 29, 2025 – The Nile Theater – Mesa, AZ
October 30, 2025 – Transplants Brewery – Palmdale, CA
November 01, 2025 – House of Blues – San Diego, CA
November 02, 2025 – Garden Amp – Garden Grove, CA

About AGNOSTIC FRONT:

Founded in 1982, AGNOSTIC FRONT stand among the most esteemed pioneers of the hardcore genre. No band comes close in sonic and socio authenticity and sincerity, where the struggles of survival on the streets have quite literally given life to a sound that remains as impactful today as it was over four decades ago. 

AGNOSTIC FRONT‘s battering, socially critical sounds serve as the foundation of true New York hardcore and helped initiate the emergence of crossover thrash. The group disbanded briefly in the early ’90s but returned in 1998 with the crushing sounds of Something’s Gotta Give. 

Following a slew of pummeling offerings, the band, led by the inimitable roar of Roger Miret and Vinnie Stigma‘s legendary charismatic guitar playing, released their critically lauded twelfth album Get Loud! in 2019, which, with its unapologetically honest lyrics and signature aggression, makes clear the band’s penchant to persevere.

More on RPM:

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Source: C Squared Music

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CASTLE RAT Debut Spellbinding First Single “WIZARD” – From New Album The Bestiary | Out Sept 19th; Pre-Order Now!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, metal music videos, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , on June 15, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo Credit: Courtney Hall (@light_witch)

Mystical masters of heavy metal CASTLE RATT recently announced their latest epic The Bestiary will be unleashed on September 19th via King Volume Records (US) and Blues Funeral Recordings (UK/Europe). 

Today, the otherworldly outliers introduce fans to the protagonist in their forthcoming saga, the “Wizard.” Available for streaming now, and accompanied by an enchanting video revealed at Decibel, “WIZARD” sets an ominous and heavy tone for one of metal’s most bewitching odysseys. 

Regarding the new single, Charley Ruddell (Plague Doctor) states: 

“Musically, ‘WIZARD’ was a big step in a new direction for us as a band. We found ourselves collaborating more closely with each other and piecing together ideas more intricately than on previous songs. We channeled the new wave of british heavy metal; the galloping drum break and harmonized guitar leads were largely inspired by Iron Maiden and Judas Priest. Franco’s solo at the end, which was recorded in one take, was inspired by ‘Electric Eye.’”

Stream “WIZARD“: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/castlerat1/wizard

Pre-Order The Bestiary: 
North America – Here
Europe – Here

“WIZARD” Music Video:
https://youtu.be/iWKmiTwjjHA?si=fd8KwqjkdZQuDnV2

Since their formation in 2019, CASTLE RAT have created a vivid labyrinth of fantasy lore led by “The Rat Queen” (AKA Riley Pinkerton). Together with “The Count,” “The Plague Doctor” and “The All-Seeing Druid,” the group has carried out countless battles against “The Rat Reaperess” with riffs, swords and spells on stages across the country.

Recorded by Randall Dunn (Sunn O))), Wolves in the Throne Room, Björk) and mixed by Jonathan Nuñez (Torche, Restless Spirit), the band’s latest odyssey features 13 spellbinding tracks of epic carnage and mystical metal.

Commenting on the new album, The Rat Queen says: 

“The Bestiary’ is a conceptual book of beasts containing a collection of mystical creatures from a world forgotten. The last remaining souls of each have been gathered and preserved by ‘The Wizard.’ Cautionary tales of each beast and The Wizard himself are woven through the power of traditional heavy metal song and spell.”

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King Volume Records | Blues Funeral

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BURNING WITCHES – Reveal Album Artwork, Track List, Video Single & Release Date For Inquisition

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

From Burning Witches Facebook:

THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER!
OUR NEW ALBUM, VIDEO SINGLE, TOUR DATES & COVER REVEALED!

2 years after the release of THE DARK TOWER, we are excited to introduce you to INQUISITION, our highly anticipated new album, that will be released on August 22nd, 2025 via Napalm Records.

Our new album cover painted for the band by our friend magicfingers Gyula Havancsák, the videoclip recorded by Dream Film Factory and for the recording and production, our old friend V.O.Pulver at Little Creek Studio in Switzerland!

Listen to & Watch “Inquisition” here: https://youtu.be/p2C5FDpKO-g

Tracklist:

1. Sanguini Hominum

  1. Soul Eater
  2. Shame
  3. The Spell Of The Skull
  4. Inquisition
  5. High Priestess Of The Night
  6. Burn In Hell
  7. Release Me
  8. In For The Kill
  9. In The Eye Of The Storm
  10. Mirror, Mirror
  11. Malus Maga

Inquisition will be available on August 22, 2025 in the following formats:

  • 1 CD Digipak
  • 1 LP Black
  • 1 LP Translucent Orange (GSA, CH –
    SWISS EDITION)
  • 1 LP Translucent Orange Black Splatter
  • 1 LP Cross Red Black
  • 2 LP Die Hard Gold Black Marbled (feat. 1
    LP Inquisition + 1 LP The Night Of The
    Witch LIVE Album, 8p Booklet)
  • BLACK RED Band Limited numbered to 200
    edition with poster.
  • Deluxe Wooden Box (feat. CD + Live CD +
    Autograph Card + Pendant + Gloves +
    Patch)
  • Music Cassette
  • Digital Album

BURNING WITCHES Live – US Tour:

08/30/25 – Pompano Beach – FL – Piper’s Pub
08/31/25 – Clearwater – FL – Road House
09/02/25 – Atlanta – GA – Masquerade
09/04/25 – Covington – KY – Madison Live
09/05/25 – Westland – MI – Token Lounge
09/06/25 – Columbus – OH – The King Of Clubs
09/07/25 – Cleveland – OH – Beachland Ballroom
09/09/25 – Pittsburgh – PA – Crafthouse Stage & Grill
09/10/25 – Harrisburg – PA – Club XL
09/11/25 – Philadelphia – PA – City Winery
09/12/25 – Teaneck – NJ – The Debonair Music Hall
09/13/25 – New Bedford – MA – The Vault
09/14/25 – Hampton Beach – NH – Wally’s
09/17/25 – Annapolis – MD – Rams Head On Stage
09/18/25 – Virginia Beach – VA –
Elevation 27
09/20/25 – Sanford – FL – West End Trading Co

Europe – WITCHES AND KINGS TOUR 2026:

09.01.26 Milano – Legend Club IT
10.01.26 Obertraubling – Airport DE
11.01.26 Zlin – Masters Of Rock Cafe CZ
13.01.26 Rubigen – Mühle Hunziken CH
14.01.26 Brugg – Salzhaus CH
15.01.26 Basel – Sudhaus CH
16.01.26 Langenthal – Old Capitol CH
17.01.26 Zug – Galvanik CH
18.01.26 St.Gallen – Grabenhalle CH
19.01.26 Glarus – Kulturzentrum Hölastei CH
20.01.26 Monthey – Pont Rouge CH
21.01.26 Wetzikon – Kulturfabrik CH
23.01.26 London – The Dome UK
24.01.26 Birmingham – The Asylum UK
25.01.26 Manchester – Academy 3 UK
27.01.26 Kortrijk – DVG Club BE
28.01.26 Paris – Backstage By The Mill FR
29.01.26 Essen – Turock DE
30.01.26 Kaiserslautern – Kammgarn DE
31.01.26 Aschaffenburg – Colos Saal DE
01.02.26 München – Backstage Halle DE
03.02.26 Nürnberg – Hirsch DE
04.02.26 Leipzig – Hellraiser DE
05.02.26 Hannover – Musikzentrum DE
06.02.26 Hamburg – Logo DE
07.02.26 Uden – De Pul NL
08.02.26 Heerlen – Nieuwe Nor NL
10.02.26 Lyon – Rock N Eat FR
11.02.26 Barcelona – Salamandra ESP
12.02.26 Murcia – Garaje ESP
13.02.26 Madrid – Revi Live ESP
14.02.26 Vitoria – Urban Rock ESP

ADDITIONAL DATES:

25.04.26 Reinhardshagen – Wezer Metal
Meeting DE
03.05.26 Diest – Hell Open Air BEL
09.05.26 Rautheim DE Rock In Rautheim DE
26.06.26 Oschersleben – Rock & Metal Dayz
DE

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KATAKLYSM Joins Forces With VADER For The Carnival of Death 2025 Tour

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , , , on June 5, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Montreal death metal juggernaut KATAKLYSM is proud to announce their co-headlining slot alongside Polish death metal pioneers VADER on the Carnival of Death 2025 North American tour. The tour brings with it a no-holds-barred lineup featuring the legendary MALEVOLENT CREATION and rising death thrashers SKELETAL REMAINS, guaranteeing a night of relentless brutality in every city. Get your tickets HERE. 

The 26-date carnage kicks off October 1st in Bensalem, PA, and storms through major cities across the U.S. and Canada, including stops in Atlanta, Tampa, Las Vegas, Denver, Chicago, and Brooklyn. Canadian fans will witness KATAKLYSM close out each show from Toronto through Montreal, ensuring a fitting home soil finale for the band.

🗓️ Oct 1 – Bensalem, PA – Broken Goblet
🗓️ Oct 2 – Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819
🗓️ Oct 3 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade (Heaven)
🗓️ Oct 4 – Tampa, FL – The Orpheum
🗓️ Oct 6 – Ft. Worth, TX – Tulips
🗓️ Oct 7 – Austin, TX – Come and Take It Live
🗓️ Oct 8 – El Paso, TX – Rockhouse Bar & Grill
🗓️ Oct 9 – Mesa, AZ – Nile Theater
🗓️ Oct 10 – San Diego, CA – Brick By Brick
🗓️ Oct 11 – West Hollywood, CA – Whisky-A-Go-Go
🗓️ Oct 12 – San Francisco, CA – DNA Lounge
🗓️ Oct 13 – Roseville, CA – Goldfield Trading Post
🗓️ Oct 14 – Las Vegas, NV – Backstage Bar
🗓️ Oct 16 – Denver, CO – The Oriental Theater
🗓️ Oct 17 – Kansas City, MO – Warehouse on Broadway
🗓️ Oct 18 – Minneapolis, MN – Skyway Theater – Studio B
🗓️ Oct 19 – Chicago, IL – Reggie’s
🗓️ Oct 20 – Lakewood, OH – Mercury Music Lounge
🗓️ Oct 21 – Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace*
🗓️ Oct 22 – Ottawa, ON – Overflow*
🗓️ Oct 23 – Quebec City, QC – Salle Montaigne*
🗓️ Oct 24 – Montreal, QC – Fairmount Theatre*
🗓️ Oct 25 – Syracuse, NY – The Lost Horizon
🗓️ Oct 26 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Monarch
*Kataklysm headlines all Canadian dates.

Tickets are on sale now. Don’t miss your chance to witness this once-in-a-generation tour of death metal dominance.

Stream the latest single “The Rabbit Hole” now: 

KATAKLYSM:

  • Maurizio Iacono – Vocals
  • Jean-François Dagenais – Guitars
  • James Payne – Drums
  • Stéphane Barbe – Bass

Source: C Squared Music

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5RAND – Italian Genre Blending Metallers Release “The Nihilist” Single, Featuring Fear Factory’s Milo Silvestro

Posted in Heavy Metal, melodic death metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, modern metal, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , on June 2, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Watch “The Nihilist” HERE.

5RAND have officially signed with Art Gates Records for the release of their upcoming third album. This new alliance marks a significant step forward in the band’s evolution, as they continue to refine their signature blend of modern heaviness and cinematic atmosphere.

To celebrate the signing, the band has unveiled a brand-new single,“The Nihilist”, featuring Milofrom Fear Factory. The track delivers a fierce mix of punishing riffs, industrial undertones, and emotionally raw vocals, accompanied by a powerful music video that explores themes of identity loss and psychological inversion. “The Nihilist” offers a first glimpse into the darker, more introspective sound of their forthcoming record, due out in November 2025.

Watch “The Nihilist” HERE.

Hailing from Rome, Italy, 5RAND builds on a punishing modern metal foundation, layered with the cinematic depth of melodic death metal, creating an intense and emotionally immersive soundscape. Fronted by the dynamic dual vocals of Julia Elenoir, shifting seamlessly from visceral growls to haunting clean melodies, the band has carved out a distinctive place in the modern metal scene.

Founded by Pierluigi Carocci (guitar), Acey Guns (bass), Andrea De Carolis (drums), and Elenoir (vocals), 5RAND first made waves with their debut Sacred/Scared, followed by the critically acclaimed Dark Mother. The band has since toured extensively across Europe, sharing the stage with iconic acts such as Dark Tranquillity, Vader, Butcher Babies, Infected Rain, and many others.

In 2025, 5RAND will unveil their most ambitious work to date, a bold new album mastered by Jens Bogren at Fascination Street Studios, featuring a powerful guest appearance by the new Fear Factory vocalist, Milo Silvestro. This upcoming release signals a sonic evolution: darker, more introspective, and conceptually daring.

The band’s name, drawn from a chance encounter with a shaman and a South African 5 Rand coin, symbolizes unexpected paths and transformative experiences. Their music explores themes of identity, emotional detachment, philosophy, and human resilience, all woven together through a multidisciplinary artistic vision that spans both sound and visuals.

Line-up:

Julia Elenoir – Voice
Pierluigi Carocci – Guitar
Acey Guns – Bass
Andrea De Carolis – Drums

5RAND:

https://www.instagram.com/5RAND_official/

https://www.facebook.com/5RANDofficial

https://www.facebook.com/ArtGatesRecords/

Art Gates Records:

https://www.artgatesrecords.com/

https://www.facebook.com/ArtGatesRecords/

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Penitent Unveil New Video “Beyond The Whispering Echoes” Ahead Of Melancholia Redux Release

Posted in avant garde music, avant-garde metal, Darkwave, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , on May 27, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Legendary debut album Melancholia originally released by Cold Meat Industry in 1996, to receive new CD & Vinyl treatment after nearly 30 years

Melancholia Redux to feature re-recorded music, and rewritten English lyrics

Norwegian darkwave pioneers Penitent have released a new video for their track, “Beyond the Whispering Echoes“, as the band prepares for the anticipated release of Melancholia Redux, a profound re-imagining of their 1996 Cold Meat Industry debut, Melancholia.

Watch the video premiered via Side-Line Magazine: https://www.side-line.com/penitent-unveil-video-for-beyond-the-whispering-echoes-ahead-of-new-melancholia-redux-album/

“Beyond the Whispering Echoes” is now also streaming via all digital platforms, along with the single and video for “The Path of the Shadows” (YouTube)

Set for release on 30 May 2025 via The Circle Music, Melancholia Redux is far more than a simple re-recording. Almost every element has been transformed, featuring entirely re-recorded music and rewritten English lyrics, offering fans a fresh and intense perspective on this seminal work.

Regarding the new video, Karsten Hamre commented, “Creating the visual counterpart for ‘Beyond the Whispering Echoes’ allowed us to delve deeper into the atmosphere of Melancholia Redux. The video aims to reflect the introspective and melancholic journey of the track, bringing the re-imagined lyrics and music to life in a new dimension.”

Melancholia Redux will be available in a variety of exclusive formats, designed to appeal to collectors and audiophiles:

  • Digi CD with 12-page booklet: (Limited to 500 copies)
  • Clear & Black Splatter LP with Printed Inner Sleeve: (Limited to 250 copies)
  • Red & Turquoise Splatter LP with Printed Inner Sleeve: (Limited to 150 copies)
  • Luxurious LP/CD Box with Magnet Embossed in Gold: (Limited to 100 copies)
  • Exclusive T-shirt
  • Exclusive Zip Hoodie

Pre-order now via The Circle Music: https://thecirclemusic.gr/product-category/the-circle-releases/?filter_artist-name=penitent

Pre-save the album digitally: https://thecirclemusic.lnk.to/MelancholiaRedux

As previously announced, the release of Melancholia Redux marks the beginning of Penitent’s collaboration with The Circle Music. Plans are already in motion for further “Redux” versions of their extensive back catalogue, including The Beauty of Pain, As Life Fades Away, and Roses by Chaos Spawned, alongside exciting new, never-before-released material.

For over three decades, Karsten Hamre, the heart and soul of Penitent, has consistently crafted dark and eerie melodies to accompany his introspective poetry. His unique personal journey has fueled a creative output that feels revitalized, like a complete restart.

Penitent has been a significant name in dark music since the early 1990s, exploring themes of loss, pain, and melancholy through their distinctive musical art. Founded by Karsten Hamre in 1994 to combine his “mad poetry” with music, the band released their debut album Melancholia in 1996 on Cold Meat Industry, quickly establishing their unique sound of sad and somber synth music with spoken word. Over the years, Penitent has evolved, incorporating elements of neo-classical, martial industrial, and more, always driven by Hamre’s artistic vision.

Penitent online:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/penitentofficial 
Bandcamp: https://penitentofficial.bandcamp.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Penitentofficial

The Circle Music online:
Website: https://thecirclemusic.gr/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thecirclemusic

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STYGIAN FAIR – Unveils New Single “Abide Your Master” | First Glimpse Into Upcoming Album The Hidden Realm, Out July 2025

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

Swedish metal outfit Stygian Fair return with a brand-new single titled “Abide Your Master”, now available on all digital platforms. The track offers a first taste of their forthcoming full-length album, The Hidden Realm slated for release via Rockshots Records.

With a strong discography that includes Panta Rei (2018), Nadir (2020), Equilibrium (2021) and the critically acclaimed Aradia (2023), Stygian Fair continue to carve out their own path, defying trends and embracing pure, emotionally resonant metal.

“Abide Your Master” takes on the dangers of blind obedience; of abandoning your conscience to follow a demagogue without question. Heavy, urgent and unflinching, it asks what happens when we stop thinking for ourselves… and start worshipping the very force that’s leading us over the edge.

LISTEN: “Abide Your Master”: https://lnk.to/AC8CVo

While details about The Hidden Realm remain under wraps, the album sees Stygian Fair pushing further than ever before; more direct, more melodic, and more accessible without losing the edge that defines them. They’ve sharpened both their sound and their message; the songs hit faster, dig deeper, and speak louder.

Lyrically, The Hidden Realm explores everything from political collapse and mass delusion to natural disaster, ancient mysteries, and inner reckoning. It’s a record about the worlds we ignore, the truths we tend to bury, and the consequences of silence.

For fans of Tad Morose, Memento Mori, and those who long for metal with both weight and heart, “Abide Your Master” is a compelling invitation into the world of Stygian Fair. A world where music is crafted with intention, passion, and no compromises. We’re opening a door. Welcome inside

The Hidden Realm will be released on July 11th, 2025, via Rockshots Records.

ALBUM PRE-ORDER: https://rockshots.eu/PVKFrT2QFCWg6AF

Track Listing:
1. The Hidden Realm
2. Abide Your Master
3. Into The Well
4. Peel The Layers Off
5. What You’re Fighting For
6. All Of Us
7. Dawn
8. Meteor
9. Anthem Of The Lost
10. Rise From The Shadows
11. Ferwor Of Fools

STYGIAN FAIR – Line Up:
Andreas Stoltz: Vocals, Guitar
Emil Holmqvist: Guitar
Anders Hedman: Bass
P-O Jonsson: Drums

All songs written by Andreas Stoltz, Emil Holmqvist, Per-Olov Jonsson and Anders Hedman.
Produced by Stygian Fair and recorded at Ballerina Studios in Umeå.
Mixed by Marcus Jidell and mastered by CJ Grimmark.

Rockshots.eu

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BEAST IN BLACK and Blizzard Entertainment’s Diablo® Join Forces To Release New Track ‘Enter The Behelit’ To Mark Berserk Crossover

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , on May 4, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Today marks the epic convergence of three cultural titans: Diablo®, the critically acclaimed franchise that defined the Action RPG genre; acclaimed manga,Berserk; and Finnish heavy metal band, BEAST IN BLACK, who have collaborated to launch an exclusive track ‘Enter The Behelit.’ Releasing on limited-edition vinyl and worldwide digital distribution, a music video has debuted as well, to mark the unleashing of this unholy event.

The crossover event with Berserk – the beloved, classic manga written and illustrated by Kentaro Miura – will take place in Diablo® IV and its mobile instillation, Diablo Immortal, beginning May 6 and May 1 respectively. Both Diablo and Berserk explore themes of good versus evil against a backdrop of terrifying darkness, making this crossover a perfect match for fans.

The Maxi Single 

The limited-edition maxi single will feature a brand-new song ‘Enter The Behelit’ from BEAST IN BLACK, inspired by Berserk and produced exclusively for the game, as well as remastered versions of fan favourite tracks ‘Die By The Blade’ from the album From Hell With Love, and ‘The Fifth Angel’ from the band’s debut album, Berserker.

With many songs taking inspiration from Berserk story and characters, the Finnish heavy metal band’s music often reflects the undercurrents of struggle, fighting against overwhelming odds, and battling inner demons – themes that are prevalent in the games of the Diablo franchise.

Two hundred maxi singles have been lathe cut on black and red marbled vinyl and feature artwork from Diablo IV and Diablo Immortal, all created hand in hand the Diablo art team and the Berserk IP holders. The front of the vinyl heroes Diablo IV, while the back features key art from Diablo Immortal. The vinyl also includes a turntable zoetrope slipmat, band stickers, behind the scenes negative photos and concept art from the Diablo IV development team behind the Berserk partnership.

“The essence that swells in boundless volumes from the juxtaposition of light and darkness, angels and demons, good and evil, the carnal and the spiritual, is the key that seamlessly binds together the aesthetics and narratives of Diablo, Berserk and Beast In Black’’, said Anton Kabanen, guitarist and songwriter on BEAST IN BLACK.

“To somewhat poetically reflect on this extraordinary yet congruous collaboration I can say it feels almost as if this newborn and destined-to-be trinity has been designed by the God Hand itself. On behalf of Beast In Black’s team I express our sincerest gratitude to the dedicated teams at Blizzard, Berserk and Nuclear Blast. Thank you for making this happen. And finally, my individual acknowledgement and bottomless gratitude goes – as always – to Kentaro Miura’’.

The track will be digitally distributed by Beast in Black’s record label, Nuclear Blast, and has gone live on streaming platforms on April 28th, with a music video being launched on Nuclear Blast’s YouTube.

Photo credits:  Jarmo Katila, Toni Kilpinen, Dennis Båvenmark

The Music Video 

‘Enter The Behelit’ official music video: https://youtu.be/nxFW6ggUqu0

‘Enter The Behelit’ is accompanied by a bespoke video from award winning director, Katri Ilona Koppanen, who also directed the music videos forBEAST IN BLACK tracks: ‘Moonlight Rendezvous’, ‘Hardcore’, ‘Power Of The Beast’ and ‘One Night In Tokyo’. The exclusive video features an animated trailer, inspired by Diablo and Berserk and incorporates the band’s love of the manga and gothic art of Diablo, bringing the story of ‘Enter The Behelit’to life.

Shot in Helsinki, Finland, the music video will also receive a behind the scenes making of video showcassing the collision of the dark worlds of Diablo x Berserk, with the support of Beast in Black.

Berserk Crossover in Diablo Games

Diablo IV Season 8: Belial’s Return, has launched on 29th April and heralds the return of Belial, one of Diablo’s Great Evils, and marks the continuation of Diablo’s dark storytelling in the form of challenging boss fights and even greater spoils.

For the month of May, Diablo players will have the chance to slaughter demons donning iconic Berserk-themed cosmetics. to date and incredible in-game content.

In Diablo IV, this includes the Berserker armour for the Barbarian, Skull Knight skin for the Necromancer, as well as the “Chimimoryo” as an in-game pet. Additional items can also be earned through gameplay or for purchase in the in-game shop.

In Diablo Immortal, players will be able to gear up in Guts’ Berserker armour or Griffith’s incarnated armour, play alongside a Golem as a familiar, and even face off against iconic characters from the Manga series. The crossover includes a boss fight with Nosferatu Zodd, one of the most formidable foes of the Berserk series, an eclipse inspired Survivor’s Bane mini-game and Griffith and Guts inspired cosmetics for every class of the game.

You can find out more details about Diablo IV: Belial’s Return and the Crossover between Diablo and Berserk here: 

https://www.blizzard.com/en-us/diablo-berserk

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RED CAIN – Drops New Single “FWAB” (Fire, Water, Air, Blood) Ahead of Hyperspace Metal Fest Performance!

Posted in Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, metalcore, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , on April 10, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo Credit: Red Cain | L-R: Samuel Ridout, Evgeniy Zayarny, Taylor Gibson, Oman Tribuzy

Set to perform at this year’s Hyperspace Metal Festival in Vancouver, BC on April 10th, power prog storytellers RED CAIN are unveiling their new single “FWAB” (Fire Water, Air, Blood). With its heavy balalaika breakdown, downtuned heavy riffs, and soaring harmonized choruses among atmospheric industrial synth backing, “FWAB” hits hard and never lets go – a primeval ritual chant in front of cold stone, on a frozen steppe, among howling winds.

The band explains the story of the track in further detail:

“In the frozen Eastern European steppes, there stood a fell ancient god. Every ill word fed him, and every ill deed made him more potent. For millennia, he grew strong through kingship over mortal ill will, suffering, and pride, until his nourishment took a new form, unable to feed or strengthen. Without nourishment, the god was powerless, and without power, he slept. After millennia, fed full by ill words and ill deeds, searching for an awakening, the god demands the symbols of his power: Fire, Water, Air, Blood. Join the ritual sacrament of Chernobog. With this new release, the Slavic pagan ritual to call forth the “Black God” takes flight, asking the listener what they would be willing to change their fate.”

Listen to “FWAB” (Fire Water, Air, Blood):

YouTube – https://youtu.be/3PcRrHlSU_I

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/42fdexS

Red Cain will be performing on night one of this year’s Hyperspace Metal Festival in Vancouver, BC, on April 10th at The Cobalt alongside Glyph, Tower Hill, Serpent Rider, and Crüzer. Full details on the Hyperspace Metal Festival being held from April 10th to 12th can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/HyperspaceMetalFestival

Red Cain, from Calgary, Canada, is a modern progressive metal project with Eastern European roots. They have been making waves since their first release in 2016, with award-winning music videos and concept albums Kindred: Act I, Kindred: Act II, and NÄE’BLISS. The albums contained a ton of genre inspirations, from gothic rock to ambient electronica, power, black, and death metal, and were universally lauded for their inventiveness, variety, and strong conceptual content. They continue this momentum with forthcoming releases.

Red Cain:
Evgeniy Zayarny – Vocals
Samuel Ridout – Guitar
Oman Costa – Guitar
Taylor Gibson – Drums

For more info: 

Redcain.ca | Facebook.com/redcainofficial | Instagram.com/redcainarmy

Source: ASHER MEDIA RELATIONS

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Death Metal-Punk Trio GALGEBERG Announces Debut Album Cerberus

Posted in Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , on March 3, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Stream “Kleptocrat Infestation” here: https://youtu.be/6SLF9tw4v54

Emerging from the historic shadows of Oslo’s Gallows Hill, the death metal-punk power trio GALGEBERG is set to release their explosive debut album Cerberus on March 28, 2025. Named after the infamous execution site turned intersection, GALGEBERG‘s music captures the site’s eerie resonance, transforming it into a blistering sound that’s as profound as the place’s dark past.

Cerberus, named for the mythological three-headed guard dog of Hades, is an album that embodies the beast’s ferocity. Recorded in a single, intense 16-hour session at Amber Studio, the album is a relentless fusion of death metal and punk, with lyrical themes that delve into the depths of societal decay, religious skepticism, and political corruption.

GALGEBERG, comprising seasoned musicians recognized from various influential bands, has crafted an album that not only challenges the norm but also offers a critical, enraged commentary on the current state of the world. The band’s raw, aggressive sound coupled with their sharp, insightful lyrics promise to make Cerberus a landmark release in the metal community.

The album features six tracks, each a heavy hitter in its own right. From the scathing critique of divine justice in “Epicurean Paradox” to the unsettling expose of the meat industry in “Unparalleled Suffering,” and the poignant homage to Sinéad O’Connor in “Ode to O’Connor,” GALGEBERG‘s debut promises a compelling mix of music and message.

About GALGEBERG:

Formed in the heart of Oslo, Norway, in 2022, GALGEBERG is a metal band that deftly combines the brute force of old-school death metal with the rebellious spirit of punk. The band consists of seasoned musicians Peter Vegem on guitars and lead vocals, Bård Eithun on drums, and Peter “Bosse” Boström on bass and backing vocals, each bringing a rich history from various influential bands in the metal scene, such as BLOOD TSUNAMI, DJEVEL, EMPEROR, MONGO NINJA, STUDFAUST, HELLRIDE, and BRUT BOOGALOO.

GALGEBERG’s music is characterized by its intense energy, complex lyrical themes, and the unmistakable growl of HM2 pedals that drive their sound. Their influences stretch across the Atlantic, nodding frequently towards the gritty, raw sounds of Stockholm death metal, yet they manage to infuse a unique flavor that sets them apart.

Named after a historical site in Oslo known for its dark past and mystical aura, GALGEBERG channels this intensity and mystique into their music, creating a powerful and immersive listening experience. Their commitment to addressing profound and often controversial themes, ranging from philosophical skepticism to societal injustices, demonstrates the band’s dedication not only to musical excellence but also to sparking conversation and reflection among their listeners.

With their debut album, Cerberus, GALGEBERG is set to cement their place in the metal world, promising to deliver a relentless assault on the senses paired with intellectually provocative lyrics. The band invites listeners into a world where music confronts the conventional and challenges the status quo, making GALGEBERG a standout act in the global metal community.

Track-list for Cerberus:

  1. “Epicurean Paradox”
  2. “Unparalleled Suffering”
  3. “Ode to O’Connor”
  4. “Prelude to Genocide”
  5. “Kleptocrat Infestation”
  6. “Hordes of Necrovores”

Album Credits: 

  • Producer: GALGEBERG and Ruben Willem
  • Recording Studio: Amber Studio
  • Engineer: Ruben Willem
  • Mastering: Ruben Willem
  • Mixing: Ruben Willem
  • Album Cover Artist: Kim Diaz Holm
  • Illustration: Kim Diaz Holm
  • GALGEBERG Logo: Peter Vegem
  • Album Formats: Vinyl, MC, CD, Digital

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Source: C Squared Music

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Spain’s Modern Metal Giants REEPER Strike Again: Explosive New Single & Video “Circuit Collapse” Out Now!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , on March 3, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

The wait is over! Modern metal powerhouse REEPER, led by multi-instrumentalist and visionary Elias Andrada, have released their new explosive single and music video “Circuit Collapse” available today, March 3rd, across all streaming platforms and YouTube.

The music video, directed by Iván Mulero (OTHERSIDE PRODUCTIONS), captures the intensity of the band’s modern metal sound through a unique visual approach and a powerful narrative.

Watch the video here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jbe0Q0H_ro

Elias Andrada shared on the single: “Circuit Collapse is a dark and introspective journey through mental collapse and redemption in the midst of chaos. With a melancholic and tense atmosphere, the song explores the internal struggle against despair and the search for meaning in the darkness. Through immersive 
soundscapes and lyrics that paint a city in flames and paths with no return, REEPER delivers an intense, cinematic experience.”

Elias’ single Photo by Eduard Kelel

“Circuit Collapse is not just a reflection of anxiety and existential void, but also an anthem of resilience, embracing the darkness, surrendering to it, and learning to breathe again. This single marks the first glimpse into REEPER’s upcoming album, solidifying their powerful and atmospheric sound in the modern metal scene. Special thanks, to all the crew, and our friend vocal performer Luis Ribeiro, from Ashes in the Ocean!”

“This music video redefines metal energy with stunning visuals and a powerful sound.”

Credits:
Producer: Elias Andrada
Composed by: REEPER

REEPER Spotify: 
https://acortar.link/qk62h0

Just recently REEPER released his highly anticipated The Butterfly Effect Deluxe Edition – available now across all major digital platforms. Order it here: https://acortar.link/I1hKOP.

Source: SPLIT SCREEN – PR

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ICEFISH – Are Back With The Live Rendition Of Rush’s Iconic “Animate”

Posted in classic rock, Hard Rock, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , on February 9, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Progressive metal supergroup ICEFISH is thrilled to announce the release of their highly anticipated cover of Rush’s classic track “Animate”. Recorded live in Chorzów, Poland, this stunning performance honors the legacy of Rush while delivering ICEFISH’s signature technical brilliance and modern progressive edge.

Listen to “Animate”: 

https://bfan.link/Icefish-Animate

Featuring a lineup of world-class musicians, Andrea Casali (vocals and bass), Alex Argento (Virgil Donati, Corrado Rustici, Zucchero) – keyboards, Marco Sfogli (James LaBrie, PFM) – guitar, Virgil Donati (Planet X, Asia, Steve Vai) – drums, ICEFISH bring unparalleled precision and passion to this iconic song. Their rendition seamlessly blends the spirit of the original with their unique creative style, offering fans a fresh perspective on one of Rush’s most beloved tracks.

The live video, captured during the band’s powerful performance in Chorzów, Poland, premiered on YouTube, providing fans with a visual experience that showcases ICEFISH’s electrifying stage presence and exceptional musicianship.

Watch the live video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NigzHpVj8Vo

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EX DEO – Release “Vitellius” Lyric Video | New EP Year Of the Four Emperors Is Out Now!

Posted in Death Metal, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, metal music videos, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , , on January 13, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Death metal gladiators EX DEO, the Juno-nominated project of KATAKYLSM frontman Maurizio Iacono, have unleashed their highly anticipated new EP Year Of the Four Emperors on Reigning Phoenix Music, via its partnership with Distortion Music Group. The album is out now digitally and on CD, with a limited edition vinyl to follow on March 14th, 2025. To celebrate, the band has also unveiled a stunning lyric video for the EP’s penultimate track “Vitellius”. The lyrics reveal a man driven by bloodlust, yet powerless to escape his fate. Vitellius’ violent end is portrayed with haunting finality, a reminder of Rome’s volatile power.

Watch the video HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Www3VXe0wak

The band is also currently on tour in Europe in support of DARK FUNERAL and FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE. They will follow this up with a North American tour in the spring in support of SEPTICFLESH and VLTIMAS.

Order/Listen to The Year Of The Four Emperors HERE: https://exdeo.rpm.link/yotfePR

EUROPEAN TOUR DATES

1/10 Burgos, SPA Sala Anden
1/11 Madrid, SPA Sala del Wizink
1/12 Barcelona, SPA Razzmatazz 2
1/14 Lyon, FRA La Ryaonne
1/15 Trezzo sull’Adda, ITA Live Club
1/16 Zurich, SWI Komplex 457
1/17 Munich, GER Backstage Werk
1/18 Budapest, HUN Barba Negra
1/19 Zagreb, CRO Boogaloo
1/21 Vienna, AUT Simm City
1/22 Kosice, SLO Colloseum
1/23 Wroclaw, POL A2
1/24 Prague, CZE Meet Factory
1/25 Leipzig, GER Hellraiser
26.01.2025 NL Utrecht – TivoliVredenburg * * w/ FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE only

NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES

2/10 Houston, TX White Oak Music Hall
2/11 Dallas, TX Granada Theater
2/12 Albuquerque, NM Sunshine Theater
2/13 Mesa, AZ Nile Theater
2/14 San Diego, CA Brick by Brick
2/15 San Francisco, CA DNA Lounge
2/16 Los Angeles, CA 1720
2/17 Las Vegas, NV Sinwave
2/19 Denver, CO The Oriental Theater
2/20 Lawrence, KS Granada Theater
2/21 St. Paul, MN Amsterdam Bar & Hall
2/22 Joliet, IL The Forge
2/23 Cleveland, OH TempleLive Cleveland @ Asylum
2/24 Toronto, ON Concert Hall
2/26 Ottawa, ON Overflow
2/27 Montreal, QC Le Studio TD
2/28 Worcester, MA The Palladium (upstairs)
3/1 Albany, NY Empire Live
3/2 New York, NY Gramercy Theater

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Epic Death Metal Gladiators EX DEO To Release New EP “Year Of The Four Emperors”

Posted in Death Metal, Extreme Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , on December 19, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Releasing On January 10th, 2025 on Reigning Phoenix Music via its partnership with Distortion Music Group

EX DEO, the Juno nominated project of KATAKYLSM frontman Maurizio Iacono, will unleash their EP Year of the Four Emperors. The EP is their first with Reigning Phoenix Music and will be released on January 10th, 2025 exclusively on tour and through the RPM webstores. Further physical editions, including exclusive vinyl, will be released February 14th. The band will also embark on a tour of Europe In January in support of DARK FUNERAL and FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE before heading to North America in the spring in support of SEPTICFLESH and VLTIMAS.

To commemorate the release announcement, the band has revealed the first single “Vespasian” along with a lyric video which can be watched HERE:  

https://exdeo.rpm.link/vespasianPR

Track Listing: 

  1. Galba    
  2. Otho        
  3. Vitellius        
  4. Vespasian

Maurizio comments about the song: “The EP’s closing track is an anthem of resilience and renewal. Vespasian emerges as a figure of stability amid the chaos, and the music reflects his calculated strength. Triumphant melodies intertwine with thunderous percussion, capturing his consolidation of power and the restoration of Rome’s fractured empire. The lyrics exalt Vespasian as the harbinger of a new era, culminating in a resounding declaration of victory and legacy. His reign ushers in the Flavian dynasty and a semblance of peace.”

Pre-order/Pre-Save The Year Of The Four Emperors HERE: https://exdeo.rpm.link/yotfePR

EUROPEAN TOUR DATES

1/2 Hamburg, GER Markthalle
1/3 Oberhausen, GER Turbinenhalle 2
1/5 St. Niklaas, BEL De Casino
1/7 London, UK O2 Academy Islington
1/8 Paris, FRA La Machine
1/9 Toulouse, FRA Bikini
1/10 Burgos, SPA Sala Anden
1/11 Madrid, SPA Sala del Wizink
1/12 Barcelona, SPA Razzmatazz 2
1/14 Lyon, FRA La Ryaonne
1/15 Trezzo sull’Adda, ITA Live Club
1/16 Zurich, SWI Komplex 457
1/17 Munich, GER Backstage Werk
1/18 Budapest, HUN Barba Negra
1/19 Zagreb, CRO Boogaloo
1/21 Vienna, AUT Simm City
1/22 Kosice, SLO Colloseum
1/23 Wroclaw, POL A2
1/24 Prague, CZE Meet Factory
1/25 Leipzig, GER Hellraiser
26.01.2025 NL Utrecht – TivoliVredenburg * * w/ FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE only

NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES

2/10 Houston, TX White Oak Music Hall
2/11 Dallas, TX Granada Theater
2/12 Albuquerque, NM Sunshine Theater
2/13 Mesa, AZ Nile Theater
2/14 San Diego, CA Brick by Brick
2/15 San Francisco, CA DNA Lounge
2/16 Los Angeles, CA 1720
2/17 Las Vegas, NV Sinwave
2/19 Denver, CO The Oriental Theater
2/20 Lawrence, KS Granada Theater
2/21 St. Paul, MN Amsterdam Bar & Hall
2/22 Joliet, IL The Forge
2/23 Cleveland, OH TempleLive Cleveland @ Asylum
2/24 Toronto, ON Concert Hall
2/26 Ottawa, ON Overflow
2/27 Montreal, QC Le Studio TD
2/28 Worcester, MA The Palladium (upstairs)
3/1 Albany, NY Empire Live
3/2 New York, NY Gramercy Theater

Source: C Squared Music

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ONI – Drops New Video For Latest Single “Realign” + New EP, ‘Genesis,’ Out January 24th

Posted in Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos with tags , , , , , , , on December 12, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Poised to be one of the breakout acts of 2025, Canadian metal visionary ONI is capping off the year with a new video for his latest single, “Realign.” Shot on the recent tour with POP EVIL and BAD WOLVES, the video catches mastermind Jake Oni and supporting live bandmates, including guitar phenom Jared Dines, performing in their natural habitat in front of thousands of rabid fans across North America.

Watch the video for “Realign“: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMLi_xA1FPc

Co-produced by Oni and Josh Gilbert (SPIRITBOX), “Realign” is found on ONI’s upcoming EP, Genesis, that’s out January 24th. The record will feature 5 tracks including recent singles “Deja Vu,” “Walk Away” and “Control” and the unreleased song “Erase.”

Stream “Realign“: https://oni.os.fan

Genesis – Tracklist:

  1. Erase
  2. Realign
  3. Deja Vu
  4. Walk Away
  5. Control
Photo Credit: Alexander Bemis

About ONI:
Formed in 2014 by vocalist Jake Oni, ONI quickly became one of Canada’s most promising metal artists with his distinct amalgam of experimental progressive songwriting, brute metalcore savagery and cathartic melody. ONI roared to life with the release of his 2016 debut album, Ironshore, which was produced by Josh Wilbur (Avenged Sevenfold, Korn, Dillinger Escape Plan) and featured guest vocals by Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe on the song “The Only Cure.”

ONI followed up with a monstrous Alone EP in 2019, and returned with his critically lauded second full-length, Loathing Light in 2022, that boasted guests Iggy Pop and Blythe on the song “Secrets” and “Heart To Stone,” which was featured on Spotify’s Best of Kickass Metal 2022 playlist.

Along his meteoric rise in the metal scene, ONI has shared the stage with acts like Megadeth, Gojira, Bullet for My Valentine, Starset, Children of Bodom, Rob Zombie, Death Angel and The Devin Townsend Project.

ONI released his third full-length album, “The Silver Line,” in 2023. The metal artist’s most dynamic yet cohesive album yet was produced, mixed, and mastered by the duo of Spiritbox bassist Josh Gilbert and Joe McQueen (As I Lay Dying, Light The Torch, Bad Wolves). “The Silver Line” is as ambitious as it is catchy and incisive. A quick perusal of the guests featured on ONI’s third album reveals the wide range of his appeal.

“Silence In a Room of Lies” pairs ONI with YouTuber and musician Jared Dines. “Underneath My Skin” features Sleeping With Sirens frontman Kellin Quinn. “Aura” boasts Gilbert and ex-Killswitch Engage singer Howard Jones. Pop-punk-resurgence star Sueco lends his voice to “Spark.” “The Silver Line” ups the ante once more, adding another full-length chapter to ONI’s ever-expanding songbook.

Source: Secret Service PR

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ANIMA INSIDE New Single / Music Video “Alien” Captures The Essence of Their Evolution In Expanding Their Musical Fusion

Posted in Hard Rock, Music, music news, music videos with tags , , , , , on December 7, 2024 by Metal Odyssey

Rockshots Records

Anima Inside, one of South America’s (Ecuadar) most dynamic and boundary-pushing rock bands, returns with their latest single, “Alien”. This track offers a mesmerizing preview of the band’s forthcoming album set to release in 2025. True to their spirit of innovation, the band describes “Alien” as one of their most unique creations. It captures the essence of their evolution, an ever-expanding fusion of styles that remains unmistakably their own.

With its hypnotic blend of influences, “Alien” delivers a fresh and timeless sound. The song features an intricate guitar solo, vibrant rhythmic layers, and an emotive message that resonates deeply with today’s listeners. As the band puts it, “It’s probably the strangest song we’ve ever created, but it has something that makes you want to hear it over and over. The fusion, the solo, the message; it’s very Anima Inside and incredibly current.”

Since their beginnings in 2006, Anima Inside has been known for its ability to blend progressive rock roots with modern, mainstream accessibility. “Alien” encapsulates this evolution perfectly, balancing technical prowess with a raw emotional edge. The song’s themes of alienation and introspection echo the band’s ongoing exploration of the human condition, a recurring motif in their music.

Music Video – https://youtu.be/Ecs60JaQJEE

This single marks the next step in a career that has seen Anima Inside perform alongside legends like Ozzy Osbourne, Deep Purple, and KISS, and share stages at major festivals such as Hell and Heaven Fest Mexico and Domination MX. Their sound has always defied easy categorization, weaving elements of progressive rock, Andean rhythms, and Afro-Latin influences into a style that is distinctly their own.

“Alien” is a testament to the band’s commitment to pushing creative boundaries while staying true to their roots. It serves as both a standalone piece of art and a tantalizing introduction to the sonic journey their upcoming album promises to deliver. With its unforgettable hooks, striking instrumentation, and profound lyrics, the track is a perfect reflection of the versatility and artistry that define Anima Inside.

As the band prepares for the release of their next full-length record, “Alien” stands as a bold statement of intent, showcasing their ability to innovate while maintaining the essence of what has made them one of the most recognized names in South American rock. Keep an eye on Anima Inside as they gear up for what promises to be an extraordinary 2025, and don’t miss “Alien” now available on all major streaming platforms.

Music Video – https://youtu.be/Ecs60JaQJEE​

Digital – https://lnk.to/nJ5RaT​

Source: ASHER MEDIA RELATIONS

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