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Spanish Dark Metallers CRIMSON COVEN Releasing -I- The Forge on Cruz Del Sur Music

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

Enigmatic, dark true metal from Spain! 

Mysterious Spanish quintet Crimson Coven have arrived with their triumphant first full-length, -I- The Forge, a stout, time-honored collection of true metal anthems in the spirit of early Candlemass, Manowar and Mercyful Fate! 

Spanish metal outfit Crimson Coven released its debut demo, -0- The Genesis, in 2025. The demo was issued covertly. No pre-release hype. No warning. Instead, -0- The Genesis fulfilled Crimson Coven’s initial promise of simply letting the music do the talking.

The demo featured four songs expertly crafted in the mold of early Candlemass, Manowar and Mercyful Fate, with prevailing swaths of more recent doom entries such as Sorcerer, Argus and Atlantean Kodex. It is an unbeatable combination that earned the quintet praise within the metal underground and quickly set the stage for their first full-length and initial Cruz Del Sur Music release, -I- The Forge. 

A music video for “Crimson Coven,” the album’s eponymous first single, is available at: youtu.be/bKUnc2KiWVo

The nine songs assembled across -I- The Forge are lavished with atmosphere and darkness, honoring Crimson Coven’s own “Spell-Forged Heavy Metal” tag that is no doubt sure to appear on the back of t-shirts. The band’s purpose was resolute when they gathered to write and record -I-The Forge. They wanted to build upon what they started with -0-The Genesis with songs that are expressive and emotionally deep, that carried a magical atmosphere to go along with carefully crafted instrumentation and vocal melodies and lyrics that revisit the myths, legends and historical stories through the lens of social justice.  

Atmosphere is core to the band’s sound, it permeates across the eponymous “Crimson Coven” and the sprawling, twin-guitar-driven “Lockheed Electra.” And unlike many of their true metal brethren, Crimson Coven go headlong into rapturous mid-tempo anthems that are tailor-made for headbanging and festival sing-a-longs.

Case in point: The epic “The Birth of the Serpent” and “Crowns of Greed.” Closing it all up in glorious fashion is “Unleash the Kraken,” a melody-wielding and triumphant true metal epic for the ages. Adding to that is the album’s cover, which was created by Misanthropic Art, symbolizing corrupt worldly power.

-I-The Forge is the culmination of a journey that began when guitarist M shared with vocalist P that he had some songs that would fit his style of singing. The two immediately began collaborating on music, resulting in the aforementioned 2025 -0-The Genesis demo. From there, Crimson Coven turned into a full ensemble with the addition of drummer T, second guitarist V and bassist J. Their identities are kept secret on purpose, for the music of Crimson Coven is the most important thing in order for the listener to leave all preconceived ideas at the door in the name of spell-forged heavy metal!

-I-The Forge will be available on vinyl LP, CD, and digital formats via Cruz Del Sur Music on October 9th in Europe and November 6th in North America.

Track Listing:

  1. The Forge
  2. Crimson Coven
  3. Sacrament of Shame
  4. The Birth of the Serpent
  5. Lockheed Electra
  6. Children of the Same Sun
  7. Crowns of Greed
  8. Cold Dawn Arrives
  9. Unleash the Kraken

Pre-order -I-The Forge:

CD: https://tinyurl.com/5c7t7f8k

LP: https://tinyurl.com/3nhcs7x4

RED SMOKE LP LMT 100: https://tinyurl.com/bdem7w7t

Bandcamp: crimsoncoven.bandcamp.com/album/i-the-forge

cruzdelsurmusic.com

Source: ClawHammer PR

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DOWN To Release Volume V Full-Length November 20th, via Nuclear Blast Records – “Blood Oath” Video/Single Now Playing, Preorders Available + Tour Underway!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 23, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Danin Drahos

American heavy metal icons DOWN will unleash their long-awaited new studio album, Volume V, on November 20th via Nuclear Blast Records!

DOWN was never just a band. It’s a brotherhood rooted in childhood friendships that have endured for decades. It’s an homage to the city of New Orleans, Louisiana. It’s music meant for anybody who has ever headbanged, played air guitar, or worn a weathered tour t-shirt like armor. For over three decades, the quintet of Philip H. Anselmo, Pepper Keenan, Kirk Windstein, Jimmy Bower, and Pat Bruders have quietly built a legacy like no other. When these individuals congregate, magic ensues, conjured by earthquaking grooves, bellowing straight from the soul, and riffing loud enough to awaken an ancient deity.

This Fall, DOWN begins another chapter with Volume V.

“We were all excited about this,” smiles Anselmo. “There was a sense of lightness in the air. Everyone’s attitude was positive. There was more focus than ever. It just felt fresh again. Each one of us was individually striving for something, and I believe we achieved what we wanted to achieve. The record is a journey. It’s classic DOWN, but it’s also unique.”

“Everybody played their asses off, wrote great riffs, and Philip is singing amazing,” adds Windstein. “There’s so much electricity when we get together. To me, it’s the same vibe as our debut NOLA, but we’ve got another 35 years of experience as songwriters.”

“The five of us are from the same era, grew up together, and accomplished a lot on our own,” Keenan observes. “We all sounded different, but we’re still from the same 20-block radius. As far as what makes DOWN special, we knew one another before any of us had done anything. There’s history.”

DOWN’s bond runs deep. The guys initially crossed paths as teens in various local bands throughout New Orleans. Over the years, each musician went off and made a name for himself with Anselmo notably fronting Pantera, Keenan holding down guitar and vocals for Corrosion Of Conformity, Windstein leading Crowbar, and Bower slinging guitar in Eyehategod.

Two writing sessions yielded the bulk of material on Volume V. Upholding a tradition dating back to Down II, the members retreated to Anselmo’s home studio and their de facto clubhouse, Nodferatu’s Lair. Songs originated on the spot as they jammed face-to-face. Throughout 2025, the music naturally took shape. Keenan and Windstein chose to simultaneously record guitar together, giving the album a timeless punch.

Volume V – Track Listing:

1. The Myth

2. Merciful Fate

3. Turn Out The Light

4. The Message

5. Causeway Grief

6. Blood Oath

7. They Walk The Night

8. They Came From Dust

9. Ozz

10. Twice-Told Tales

The album opens with a blistering barnburner “The Myth.” It sets the tone with a powerhouse vocal, pummeling rhythms, and precise down-picking. Then, there’s “Merciful Fate” featuring King Diamond. It reaches an apex with a vocal duel between Anselmo and King Diamond and fret-burning solos executed at a breakneck pace of 120bpm. King’s wife Livia Zita even blesses the track with dark accents of her own.

Closer “Twice-Told Tales” caps the trip off with a heavy and hypnotic denouement. “It’s a conglomerate of tight riffs and blues rock mixed with the diligence of classic metal,” Anselmo reveals. “It’s an important song to us. I could feel Ozzy Osbourne’s influence on me in the strangest way.”

Lead single, “Blood Oath,” is anchored by an alternately hard-hitting and hummable riff, culminating on a clarion call chorus. With a sly tip of the hat to their stomping grounds, it practically bleeds old gold, black, and white. “Anybody who’s from New Orleans is going to get a kick out of the references to the city,” grins Anselmo. “Musically, it’s got a big hook. It’s a DOWN song, but it takes a turn.”

“You’ll know it’s DOWN right off the fucking bat,” adds Keenan. “It’s heavy in its attack.”

Watch DOWN’s “Blood Oath” video HERE. Stream the track HERE.

The record will be released on CD and digital formats as well as 2xLP in the following color variants:

Orange [World]
Yellow + Red Galaxy [Nuclear Blast US Exclusive]
Orange + Red Galaxy [Nuclear Blast EU Exclusive]
Black [Band Exclusive #1]
Clear, Black + Red Smoke [Band Exclusive #2]
Orange + Black Galaxy [Decibel Exclusive]
Smoke [Revolver Exclusive]

Find preorders at down.bfan.link/volume-v.

DOWN is amid their North American headlining tour with support provided by Helmet and Spirit In The Room. The Strap It Down tour commenced in Atlanta, Georgia on August 15th and will close in Shakopee, Minnesota on September 4th with a special performance as direct support to Slayer. The journey also includes slots on the 2026 installment of Zakk Wylde’s Berzerkus Festival featuring Lamb Of God, Black Label Society, and others on August 28th in Scranton, Pennsylvania and August 29th in Wantagh, New York.

Limited DOWN VIP ticketless packages are available now, featuring a soundcheck experience, meet & greet, photo opportunity, signed poster, and exclusive merch item. 

Visit down-nola.com/tour to secure yours.

In October, DOWN will perform at both Aftershock and Sick New World Texas. In December the band will headline day two (December 5th) of this year’s edition of the Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest Denver. The appearance marks the band’s first Denver appearance in over twelve years!

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

DOWN w/ Helmet, Spirit In The Room [remaining dates]:
8/23/2026 HISTORY – Toronto, ON
8/25/2026 MTELUS – Montreal, QC
8/26/2026 The Palladium – Worcester, MA
8/28/2026 The Pavilion @ Montage Mountain – Scranton, PA ** Berzerkus Fest w/ Lamb Of God, Black Label Society, more…
8/29/2026 Northwell @ Jones Beach Theater – Wantagh, NY ** Berzerkus Fest w/ Lamb Of God, Black Label Society, more…
8/30/2026 The Fillmore Silver Spring – Silver Spring, MD
9/01/2026 Bogart’s – Cincinnati, OH
9/02/2026 Ramova Theatre – Chicago, IL
9/04/2026 Mystic Lake Amphitheater – Shakopee, MN ** w/ Slayer, Suicidal Tendencies, Hatebreed
US Festival Dates:
10/03/2026 Aftershock – Sacramento, CA
10/24/2026 Sick New World Texas – Fort Worth, TX
12/05/2026 Decibel Metal And Beer Fest – Denver, CO
** No Helmet, Spirit In The Room

DOWN:
Philip H. Anselmo – vocals
Pepper Keenan – guitars
Jimmy Bower – drums
Kirk Windstein – guitars
Pat Bruders – bass

http://www.down-nola.com

http://www.facebook.com/down

http://www.instagram.com/down_nola

http://www.nuclearblast.com

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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Occult Master – Releases Their Debut Album, Combining Elements of 1970s and 1980s Heavy and Prog Rock

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , on August 23, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Promo picture by Emil Risto

The Finnish Occult Master released their self-titled debut album on August 14th 2026 via Inverse Records. 

LISTEN to the album on streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/occult-master-album 

In their heavy music, Occult Master combines elements of 1970s and 1980s heavy and prog rock. The album’s tracks range from more straightforward rockers to massive epics. Running through the entire album is an uncompromising attitude to create harsh and honest heavy rock, with a good song at its core.

The album’s soundscape is raw and pleasantly authentic. You can hear that the music was played live in the studio, as a band. Unnecessary fussiness and extreme polishing have been left out. This results in the album breathing, sounding fresh and invigorating and human. However, the music itself is not simple; on the contrary, progressive, complex, and surprising parts flow seamlessly, forming an interesting musical journey. Thoughtful lyrics, deviating from the run of the mill, create a mystical aura for the dark-toned music.

The lineup features Ari Eskola (guitar and vocals), Toni Mäki (bass and backing vocals) and Jussi Risto (drums). The debut album from the Occult Master trio, signed to Inverse Records, does not disappoint and promises quality music in the future: the next album’s worth of material is already almost ready. 

WATCH Heavy Metal Madness music video: https://youtu.be/Yx7hdD6Mu5c

Occult Master – Occult Master (Album 2026) Cover art by Jarno Vesa

Track-list:

  1. Just Another Nail in the Failier’s Coffin
  2. Island of Leper
  3. Heavy Metal Madness
  4. Lucifer’s Henchman
  5. Ground of the Damned
  6. Who Is Our Enemy
  7. Sorry Soul
  8. Soothing Swamp
  9. Gnarly Geezer

Recorded by Jussi Risto
Mixed & mastered by Kimmo Lukkari

CD ORDERS from HERE. 

BIOGRAPHY:

Occult Master was founded in 2012 in Oulu, Finland, first starting as a heavy rock/doom band. After a line‑up change in 2020, the musical style turned faster, more rhythmic and more complex. Occult Master’s music is heavy, versatile and full of nuances, ranging from full‑throttle metal blasting to quiet, subtle and beautifully eerie musical landscapes.

The band’s roots lie strongly in the classic heavy metal of the 1970s and 1980s. The songs are delivered in a hardy, straightforward and no‑nonsense style. In the dark‑toned music, the lyrics deal with different matters of life and the world in general, and at times even horror stories told with a devilish grin.

Links: 

https://www.facebook.com/occultmasterband

https://occultmaster.bandcamp.com

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MYSTIC PROPHECY Announces New Album, In Metal, Slated For November 27, 2026, Via Perception

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on August 22, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

German heavy metal torchbearers MYSTIC PROPHECY have announced their brand-new studio album, In Metal, set for release on November 27, 2026, via PERCEPTION – Powered by Reigning Phoenix Music. Marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the band, the album announcement arrives alongside the release of its first single, “Robots,” accompanied by an official music video.

With more than two decades of history behind it, MYSTIC PROPHECY has long established itself as one of the driving forces of the German and international heavy metal scene. Following the success of its acclaimed albums Metal Division and Hellriot, the quintet surrounding charismatic frontman R.D. Liapakis, also known for his work as a vocalist with Michael Schenker, now returns with renewed energy, a strengthened lineup and a record built to hit with maximum impact.

The first taste of In Metal comes in the shape of “Robots,” a hard-hitting statement that turns its attention to one of the defining questions of our time: In an age increasingly shaped by technology, how much control over our own humanity are we willing to surrender?

Vocalist R.D. Liapakis and Dan Baune (guitars) comment on “Robots”:
“In this age of technology our future seems uncertain. We must ask ourselves: How do we keep/protect our humanity? Who decides for us? Or is it too late and we are all Robots already?”

Stream “Robots here: 

https://mysticprophecy.rpm.link/robots

Following Hellriot, MYSTIC PROPHECY is entering its next era with three powerful new additions to the fold. Tommy Gun takes over bass duties, while guitarist Dan Baune, known from NWOBHM act Monument, and drummer Christophe de Combe of Belgian metallers FireForce complete the renewed lineup. Together, they inject even more power, precision and fire into the unmistakable MYSTIC PROPHECY sound.

In Metal Tracklist:
01. Robots 
02. In Metal 
03. March or Die 
04. Don’t Run Away 
05. Warhead 
06. Angels Are Falling
07. When the Hammer Will Fall 
08. My Inner Innocence 
09. Devil’s Son 
10. Warrior of Asgard 

In Metal was produced by Dan Baune and R.D. Liapakis, with mixing and mastering handled by Henrik Udd. The album stays true to everything that has made MYSTIC PROPHECY a force for more than 20 years while pushing its sound firmly forward. Fans can expect powerful, concise hooks with instant shout-along appeal, technically brilliant riffs and a hard-hitting, monstrous sound. A modern production gives the songs weight, depth and unstoppable headbanging force without sacrificing the band’s classic heavy metal spirit.

In Metal will be released on November 27, 2026, via PERCEPTION. Pre-order the album at: https://mysticprophecy.rpm.link/inmetalPR

Whether on stage or on record, MYSTIC PROPHECY has always treated heavy metal as a passionate ultimate fight: no compromises, no holding back, just pure power. With In Metal, the band is ready to prove once again why it remains at the forefront of international heavy metal. In support of their upcoming album, MYSTIC PROPHECY will hit the road in late 2026, joined by special guests IRON SAVIOR and GENERATION STEEL. Find all dates listed below!

MYSTIC PROPHECY:
R.D. Liapakis – Vocals
Markus Pohl – Guitar
Dan Baune – Guitar
Tommy Gun – Bass
Christophe de Combe – Drums

MYSTIC PROPHECY live:
13.11. (DE) Siegburg | Kubana Live Club
26.11. (DE) Nürnberg | Hirsch
27.11. (DE) Lindau | Club Vaudeville
28.11. (DE) Freiburg | Crash
03.12. (DE) Aschaffenburg | Colos-Saal
04.12. (DE) Bochum | Matrix
05.12. (DE) Oldenburg | MTS
10.12. (BE) Kortrijk | DVG Club
11.12. (DE) Osnabrück | Hyde Park
12.12. (DE) Köln | MTC
13.12. (DE) Mannheim | 7er Club

Connect with MYSTIC PROPHECY:
https://www.mysticprophecy.net 

https://www.facebook.com/mysticprophecy 

https://www.instagram.com/mysticprophecy_official 

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

Source: C Squared Music

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Embers of Oblivion Release New Single “Drawn into a Night Immortal”

Posted in Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on August 22, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

August 21, 2026 marks a new chapter for Dutch melodic black/death metal band Embers of Oblivion, with the release of their new single, “Drawn into a Night Immortal.”

Following their previous releases, the band continues to build on new material that blends aggression and melody into a powerful and distinctive sound. “Drawn into a Night Immortal” follows the band’s earlier singles, with more new material currently being recorded and scheduled for release soon.

Lyrically, the song takes the listener on a dark journey toward eternal sleep. The story revolves around the inevitable allure of the unknown, where pain, torment, and inner struggle gradually take control. A suffocating force pulls you ever deeper into a darkness from which escape no longer seems possible.

Live Photo by: Evelyne Verschuren

Musically, Embers of Oblivion delivers exactly what fans of melodic extreme metal are looking for: crushing riffs, relentless drums, the band’s signature dual vocal approach, soaring twin-guitar harmonies, and a blistering guitar solo. Combining the aggression of black metal with the melodic foundations of Scandinavian death metal, the band has crafted a sound that is both familiar and uniquely their own.

With several live performances currently in preparation, Embers of Oblivion is looking far beyond the studio. The coming months will focus on new releases and bringing this fresh material to the stage.

“With Drawn Into A Night Immortal, we take the listener on a suffocating journey toward eternal sleep. Expect crushing riffs, dark melodies, dual vocals, and everything that defines Embers of Oblivion.”

– Embers of Oblivion

FFO: At The Gates, Dissection, Insomnium, Immortal, Dark Tranquillity and Necrophobic

“Drawn Into A Night Immortal” is available on all digital platforms. Stream at:

embersofoblivion.bandcamp.com/track/drawn-into-a-night-immortal

music.apple.com/us/album/drawn-into-a-night-immortal-single/6802878579

open.spotify.com/album/4WZ9ZczWXALGEmOyXir5QI

music.youtube.com/watch?v=ImrhJZVD12A&si=4rNabRRiQI3bX-dF

Band photo by Embers of Oblivion

Embers of Oblivion:

Marco de Riet – Drums and Vocals
Maarten Jungschläger – (lead) Guitar
Simon van der Putten – Bass and Vocals
Lennert Visser – Guitar

Credits:

Recorded by Embers of Oblivion.
Mixing and mastering by Joey Ouwerkerk of J.O. Music production.
Artwork by Marco den Riet.

facebook.com/EmbersofOblivion

instagram.com/embersofoblivion

embersofoblivion.bandcamp.com

open.spotify.com/artist/712QNwdOOvYPiUhqpw01Fl

music.apple.com/us/artist/embers-of-oblivion/1016387615

Source: ClawHammer PR

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CUTTHROAT Debut New Music Video “Hard Times” In Tandem With Today’s Release Of New EP The Purge

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

CUTTHROAT just returned home following a month of European shows just in time to celebrate today’s release of their new EP, The Purge.

“Cutthroat just finished an amazing tour with Vio-lence. We made a lot of new friends and partied with old ones,” details vocalist Neil Roemer. “It was exciting to play in front of new metal crowds and then win them over night after night. The band is on a new level, right in line with the new release and new heavier sound.”

That sound can be heard on the latest emphasis track and EP’s  opening cut “Hard Times,” watch the music video HERE: https://youtu.be/xyh2m1tUpjY?si=xjeSvKaVC7ucynS0

“Something that is more common than ever today. Hard times!” states Neil.  “However, hard times do not define us. They actually show us what we are made of and what we are willing to do to make it through.”

“Hard Times” follows an earlier clip for the single “Purge” https://youtu.be/xa1-SuC6XAg?si=fvu6d00SUZRnlHjP

The new EP, The Purge, is available on all streaming/download digital platforms, as well as physically on jewelcase CD and limited-edition (300) ‘Purge the System’ colored vinyl. Note – today CD in stores and vinyl will be trickling in over the next couple weeks due to some production delays. Or order direct; we have vinyl and CDs available now and shipping from our webstore www.m-theoryaudio.com/store and Bandcamp https://cutthroatla.bandcamp.com/

Orders will be fulfilled from the US or European office based on where you live. We also have stocked CUTTHROAT’s backcatalogue from their previous label Demons Run Amok, so if you’re looking for the Reflekt EP or the Fear By Design album we have them on CD and Vinyl now.

Breaking out of the L.A. Hardcore scene and combining serious attitude and fast rudiments, CUTTHROAT have been building a reputation for themselves with solid releases and worldwide touring.  Fans can expect a relentless assault with crossover appeal suitable for punk and metal fans with influences from classic hardcore, thrash and even hip-hop. The Purge is a specially priced crushing crossover assault with 5 songs of pure hardcore hostility, featuring cover art by Mick Lambrou (Agnostic Front, Slapshot, Sick Of It All).

For more information:
https://www.facebook.com/Losangelescutthroat

https://www.instagram.com/official_cutthroatla/

https://cutthroatla.bandcamp.com/
www.m-theoryaudio.com

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AUTUMNFALL – The Fall of the Leafe Legacy Returns Through Finnish Melodic Black Metal on: The Archaic Sins

Posted in Black Metal, black metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 21, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Finnish melodic black metal veterans AUTUMNFALL will return on September 25th, 2026 with their new album, The Archaic Sins, to be released by Ardua Music. Continuing the path established by their previous work, the album revisits material originally composed decades ago, yet demonstrates how naturally these songs can still impose themselves in the present day.

The first single “Lightless Depths” is now streaming HERE

Formed in Finland in 2019 by Jussi Hänninen, best known as the primary songwriter of Fall of the Leafe between 1996 and 2007, AUTUMNFALL emerged as a continuation of the musical sensibility that characterized the earlier years of that influential band. Joined by vocalist Tero Ruohonen, Hänninen has developed the project into a vehicle for revisiting old ideas while giving them renewed shape and purpose.

Following Ghosts of Light (2021), Bleak (2022) and The Archaic Shadows (2024), The Archaic Sins once again draws heavily from the past. With just one completely new composition, the album is primarily built around songs written between 1998 and 2001, now brought into the present through fresh arrangements and performances.

The result is fluid, finely arranged melodic black metal that never needs grand gestures to make its impact. AUTUMNFALL weave melodies together continuously, allowing guitars and rhythms to move with a natural, unforced sense of progression. The music can evoke wonder one moment and bitterness the next, shifting between emotional shades without ever disrupting its graceful flow.

Carefully considered rhythmic patterns provide a solid foundation for compositions that remain loose and organic, while the constant interplay of melodies gives the album its distinctive character. There is an unmistakable sense of musicians who have spent decades understanding how songs work, knowing when to add detail and, just as importantly, when to let an idea breathe.

Whether described as melodic extreme metal, dark metal or simply AUTUMNFALL, The Archaic Sins offers a sound rooted in experience, melody and atmosphere: material from another era that finds an unexpectedly natural home in the present.

Track-list:

  1. Halo In Utopia
  2. Lightless Depths
  3. Dark Goddess
  4. Mists of Eternity
  5. Crystal Skies
  6. Pulse
  7. The Blind Brother
  8. The Timeless Kin

Credits:

Jussi Hänninen: All Music
Tero Ruohonen: All Vocals/Lyrics

Mastered by Jasse Kesti at Kesthouse Studio

AUTUMNFALL:

https://autumnfall19.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/stormoftheautumnfall/

https://www.facebook.com/autumnfallband/

Ardua Music:

https://www.arduamusic.com/

https://arduamusic.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/arduamusiclabel/

https://www.facebook.com/ArduaMusicLabel

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Italian Thrashers HELLMETALL Unleash New Video For Title Track “Mgla” From Upcoming Album On September 4, 2026

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

Italian Thrash/Death Metal band HELLMETALL has released the official video for “Mgła“, the title track of their forthcoming album, due out on September 4th, 2026 via Rockshots Records.

Originally released as a single on January 31st, 2026, “Mgła” introduced the darker direction of the band’s new material. Now, the song takes on a visual dimension through a video created and directed by Chiara Bettiga, translating its sombre atmosphere and historical subject into images. To date, “Mgła” is the only official video made for the record.

Meaning “fog”, “Mgła” draws inspiration from one of the darkest episodes of the First World War on the Italian-Austro-Hungarian front. The song recalls the gas attacks carried out by Austro-Hungarian and German forces against Italian soldiers during the battle near Plezzo, today Bovec in Slovenia.

The subject reflects the wider concept behind “Mgła“, an album built around events connected to the First and Second World Wars, including stories rooted in Val Resia and the surrounding borderlands, as well as memories handed down through generations. This historical dimension is closely tied to HELLMETALL‘s geographical and cultural background and to the band’s use of Resian, the local Slavic language.

Musically, “Mgła” represents the band’s move towards a darker blend of Thrash and Death Metal with elements drawn from Black Metal while retaining melodic references to the traditional music of Val Resia.

The new video brings the album campaign back to where it began with its title track. Since the release of “Mgła“, HELLMETALL has continued to reveal the record through “Gemona Btg. Doesn’t Exist Anymore” on May 18th and “Afrika” on July 3rd. Each track has offered a different perspective on the album and its historical narrative, with the focus now returning to “Mgła” as the full record approaches.

“Mgła” was written by HELLMETALL founder and vocalist Daniele Micelli, recorded, mixed, and mastered by Davide Zago, with drum engineering by Pablo De Biasi and cover artwork by Manuel Scapinello.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HsbC26sjaVA

Listen to “Mgła”: https://lnk.to/plXcDvIU

“Mgła” will be released on September 4th, 2026.

Album Release Party – Trieste Rock Camp – Sept 4, 2026

PRE-ORDER “MGLA“: https://rockshots.eu/products/hellmetall-mgla-cd

Track Listing:
1. Mgla – 5:38
2. Afrika – 3:41
3. Gemona Btg. Doesn’t Exist Anymore – 5:00
4. Vojussa’s Blood – 4:14
5. The Curse Cave-Foibe – 3:03
6. Canin’s Ghost – 6:38
7. Go To Die – 5:25
8. Lest We Forget – 3:50
9. Beograd – 5:16
Album Length: 41:25

HELLMETALL lineup (“Mgla” era / until October 2025):

  • Daniele Micelli: Vocals
  • Damiano Biasutto: Guitar
  • Matteo Cameran: Guitar
  • Luca Fumagalli: Bass
  • Gabriele Barbarino: Drums

Current lineup:

  • Daniele Micelli: Vocals
  • Damiano Biasutto: Guitar
  • Matteo Cameran: Guitar
  • Luca Fumagalli: Bass
  • Federico Zuin: Drums

More info: 

​https://www.rockshots.eu

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

​https://www.facebook.com/HellMetAll.Resia​

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AVRAK, The New Band Of DARKTHRONE’s TED SKJELLUM Join Peaceville Records

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

(Photo by Ketil Hardy)

THE TITANIC DEBUT SELF-TITLED STUDIO ALBUM OF HEAVY ROCK AND METAL TO BE RELEASED ON OCTOBER 9th, 2026

“UNBORN” THE DEBUT SINGLE & VIDEO OUT NOW!

Recently unveiled Norwegian Heavy Metal juggernaut-in-the-making AVRAK was founded in November 2023 by guitarists Anders Hegna (Nød, El Kayenne, Svidd Grevling) and Ted Skjellum; notable for being half of legendary duo, Darkthrone. The pair had known each other for many years, and with a mutual passion for old, classic rock and metal they finally embarked upon this new journey together under the banner of AVRAK.

It quickly became evident that both were on the same page, with AVRAK’s first compositions taking shape within just 5 days. Ted had declared from the beginning that he would not carry out main vocal duties in the band, and so it was Anders, with his own vocal grit a comfortable match anyway, who assumed the role. Several weeks later, Terje Kråbøl (Gjendød, Sarke, Faustcoven) was brought in on the drums and, from there-on, with his percussive presence backing up some thunderous riffing, the creative work accelerated, culminating in the self-titled, hook-laden and doom-laced rock debut, ‘AVRAK’.

(lyric video created by Matthew Vickerstaff)

“UNBORN” – THE DEBUT SINGLE – OUT NOW
STREAM / DOWNLOAD AND WATCH THE LYRIC VIDEO HERE

Suitably and epically defined as a monumental “Heavy Metal voyage from the peak of the mountains to the depths of the seas”, and delivering themes relating to empowerment in the face of increasingly corrupt times, ‘AVRAK’ is a combination of a vast multitude of influences, as the eclectic, deceptively nuanced nine track offering features a classic heavy metal and doom rock backbone, with further experimentation including synth passages, and even some traces of black metal riffing in its DNA.

PRE-ORDER ‘AVRAK’  HERE

‘AVRAK’ was recorded, mixed and mastered in Mølla Studio by Knut Magne Valle, in February 2026.

AVRAK subsequently held its debut show in their local town of Porsgrunn in late April 2026, backed by new bassist & final piece of the puzzle, Steinar Gundersen (Khold, Sarke, Satyricon), with more live shows intended in future to support the release.

  1. Forever Mountain (04:45)
  2. Unborn (04:45)
  3. Long May The Lums Reek (05:22)
  4. Rot (01:07)
  5. Varde (04:31)
  6. Cloaks Of Power (03:45)
  7. The Lonely Shadow (05:32)
  8. The Rift (05:55)
  9. Hav (02:47)

AVRAK’ is to be released on 9thOctober on CD, classic black vinyl LP,
silver vinyl LP & digitally

PRE-ORDERS ARE AVILABLE NOW HERE

AVRAK:
Anders Hegna – Guitars, vocals, bass
Ted Skjellum – Guitars, Moog guitar/synthesizer, additional vocals, effects
Terje Kråbøl– Drums
Steinar Gundersen – bassuitars, vocals, bass
Ted Skjellum – Guitars, Moog guitar/synthesizer, additional vocals, effects
Terje Kråbøl– Drums
Steinar Gundersen – bass

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NARCOTIC WASTELAND’s New Single Battles The “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse” ~ To Kick Off USA Tour w/ Visitant, Monochromatic Black, IATT, and Yotuma

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on August 18, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Narcotic Wasteland, fronted by guitarist/vocalist Dallas Toler‑Wade of NILE fame, fires the first shot of their August tour with the release of their blistering new single “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse.” The track arrives as the band launches the “FENTANYL ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE TOUR,” featuring select dates with support from Visitant, Monochromatic Black, IATT, and Yotuma (dates listed below).

A ferocious blend of technical precision, social commentary, and unrelenting aggression, the single stands as one of Narcotic Wasteland’s most urgent works to date, an explosive warning siren aimed at the escalating fentanyl epidemic and the societal collapse surrounding it.

Dallas Toler‑Wade comments on the new single:

“I am very excited to release our new song, Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse! The song is, of course, about the fentanyl epidemic and the overall impact it has on an already failing country. Musically, it really captures the mood of this very well. Fast and tricky yet twisted and catchy! Kenji really brought some great bass and keys to the table. And Austin needs a drum set that won’t collapse under pressure! I am super proud of the work we have done together, and I cannot wait to show the world what we have been working on behind the scenes.”

Narcotic Wasteland continues to evolve into one of extreme metal’s most formidable units, featuring Dallas Toler‑Wade, former Nile guitarist, vocalist, and key songwriter; a defining force in technical death metal since the early ’90s. 

Austin Vicars, a high‑octane drummer known for blistering blast beats and commanding stage presence, and Kenji Tsunami, an inventive bassist whose depth, texture, and ferocity amplify the band’s overwhelming sonic assault.

Together, they deliver a live experience that is both punishing and surgically precise, an unrelenting wall of sound that has packed venues and earned critical acclaim throughout recent tours. Narcotic Wasteland has cemented its position as a dominant force in modern death metal, unleashing a volatile blend of razor‑sharp technicality, feral aggression, and raw intensity.

Their music confronts addiction, corruption, and societal collapse with unflinching honesty, powered by musicianship that continually pushes the boundaries of extreme metal. Expect a barrage of new material, explosive performances, and the full force of Narcotic Wasteland’s latest evolution.

Recommended for fans of Nile, Suffocation, Dying Fetus, Incantation, Cannibal Corpse, Dark Funeral, Immolation, and Gorguts. Listen to “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse” at the following links:

Spotify – https://orcd.co/fentanylzombieapocalypse

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5D7ruAX63c

FENTANYL ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE TOUR
Narcotic Wasteland – Remaining August 2026 Tour Dates | Select dates with support from Visitant, Monochromatic Black, IATT, and YOTUMA:

August 18 – Saint Paul, MN – Amsterdam Bar & Hall With Visitant
August 19 – Cudahy, WI – X-Ray Arcade With Visitant and Yotuma
August 21 – Scranton, PA – The Ritz Theater With Visitant and IATT
August 22 – Wallingford, CT – Cherry Street Station With Visitant
August 23 – Lowell, MA – Taffeta Music Hall With Visitant
August 25 – Louisville, KY – Portal With Visitant
August 26 – Atlanta, GA – 529 With Monochromatic Black and Visitant
August 27 – Nashville, TN – The Cobra With Monochromatic Black and Visitant
August 28 – Raleigh, NC – Chapel of Bones With Monochromatic Black and Visitant
August 29 – Salisbury, MD – Lurking Class Skate Shop With Monochromatic Black and Visitant
August 30 – Charleston, WV – Live at the Shop With Monochromatic Black and Visitant

More info: https://linktr.ee/narcoticwasteland

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ATER Release Cover Of TYPE O NEGATIVE’s “My Girlfriend’s Girlfriend”

Posted in dark metal, gothic metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 18, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Listen To “My Girlfriend’s Girlfriend” HERE: https://youtu.be/4ZNjFrE2pmQ

Chile’s heavy ensemble ATER present their interpretation of TYPE O NEGATIVE’s “My Girlfriend’s Girlfriend”, released via Torque Records. The band’s shadowy sound combines extreme metal and gothic rock, seeing ATER unveil a dark and heavy take on TYPE O NEGATIVE’s iconic track. 

ATER’s frontman Fernando Bühring comments: “I was introduced to Type O Negative by my older brother back when I was in my early teens. I was immediately hooked, and they have been at the top of my favorite bands list and are great inspiration for me and the music I write with ATER to this day.

Making our own rendition of ‘My Girlfriend’s Girlfriend’ was a lot of fun. The whole process took just a couple of days. I demo’d the whole thing during the course of a morning. Vincent laid down the drums quickly and we kept the rest from the demo. We also invited fellow guitar player and producer Tebby Muñoz to do the solo on this one. Personally I’m not into making covers much at all, but when I realized October Rust was turning 30, I wanted to celebrate with making a tribute to it. We will probably never do a cover again, so here ya go!.”

About ATER:
Based out of Santiago, Chile, extreme metal act ATER unveiled their debut album Eternal Gray Spiral in 2018 through Insania Recordings. The band’s sophomore album Somber arrived in 2024 via Torque Records, with 2025 seeing the release of singles, “The Fall” and “Venus”. 

Describing their sound as Dark Metal or Extreme Dark Metal, ATER‘s music is constructed primarily from extreme metal and gothic rock. Their production feels both modern and organic, with composer Fernando building songs around the guitars and bass often leading to centered bass parts in the mix. Thematically, ATER‘s music is introspective, open and honest in its emotional delivery. ATER explore gothic romanticism with an updated, modern perspective. 

ATER have traversed across global stages including European tours: Epic Prophecy Europe 2024 (BATUSHKA, VLTIMAS, GOD DETHRONED, ATER), Beyond The Black Tour Europe 2025 (VENOM INC, KRISIUN, HATE, ATER), and Morbidfest Tour Europe 2025 (POSSESSED, TERRORIZER, SUICIDAL ANGELS, NIGHTFALL, ATER). In 2025 alone, ATER performed an impressive 110 shows including national support for CRADLE OF FILTH in Santiago, Chile, and Turock Festival, Essen, Germany. 

ATER:
Fernando Bühring
Vincent Zbinden
Christian Vallejos
Javier Ciudad

Credits:
Bass, Guitars, Synths and Vocals performed by Fernando Bühring.

Drums performed by Vincent Zbinden.

Guitar Solo by Tebby Muñoz.

Arranged, Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Fernando Bühring.

Artwork by Aldo Rojas.

Connect With ATER:
Official Website: https://ater.cl/

Bandcamp: https://aterdark.bandcamp.com/track/venus

E-Shop: https://torquerecords.cl/

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

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

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1HpPzWF2E6G8KfD5pOM6La?

Source: C Squared Music

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PERPETUAL PARADOX Share New Song, “Source of Hate” ~ New EP May Misery Befall You Out August 28

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

London technical metal unit PERPETUAL PARADOX have launched the newest single off their forthcoming EP,  May Misery Befall You.

“Source of Hate” is among the EP’s more direct and venomous tracks, built around big, punishing riffs rather than guitar fireworks. This approach allowed drummer Harry Cook to go absolutely feral, while the track’s slow, heavy callout is designed for the room to cave in.

Lyrically, the track digs into what happens when people are pushed so far that hate becomes the only thing they know how to give back.

“‘Source of Hate’ was written about the cycle of hate represented as a disease or parasite growing inside somebody,” comments vocalist Adrian Caucelo. “The body horror imagery is there to make hatred feel alive, like something feeding on you and reshaping who you are over time. At the start the hate feels external, like something forced onto somebody else, but by the end the character fully becomes it – ‘I am the source of hate.’ The song is also about people who constantly push and provoke others until eventually they create the exact anger and violence they were feeding in the first place. The ending line ‘you’ll choke on it yourself’ is basically the cycle continuing again instead of ever truly ending.”

Watch the official music video for “Source of Hate” now at: youtube.com/watch?v=oxdTp4F7yWc

Stream the song on Spotify and Apple Music.

May Misery Befall You is a five-song rager pulls PERPETUAL PARADOX back towards a riff-first approach to songwriting – technical death metal with blast beats, shred and melody, without letting the technicality take center stage. After the broader sprawl of their 2025 full-length, Deathwish, the band sought to make something more focused and unified, where riffs, solos, breakdowns and stronger compositional turns feel like proper sections rather than ideas stitched together in the studio.

Watch the official music video for the EP’s first single, “Smell the Rot” at this location.

May Misery Befall You is due out on August 28 via Bleeding Art Collective.

May Misery Befall You Tracklisting:
1) Bound and Strangled by a Black Snake
2) Laconic
3) Smell the Rot
4) Source of Hate
5) May Misery Befall You

May Misery Befall You was recorded, mixed and mastered by Marvin Menz at Tide Studios. Album and single artwork by Redamaut.

Follow PERPETUAL PARADOX on LinkTree

BIO:

Formed in London in 2021, PERPETUAL PARADOX have quickly become a standout name in the UK underground metal scene. Built around heavy, emotionally charged songwriting, the band have released several EPs, toured across the UK and Europe, and earned support from BBC Radio 1, Kerrang! and Metal Hammer.

Their debut album Deathwish marked a major step up, sharpening their sound and cementing their reputation for intense, technically driven modern metal.

Now, PERPETUAL PARADOX enter a new chapter with the release of their latest EP, May Misery Befall You. Darker, heavier and more focused, it captures a band pushing further into themes of grief, trauma and resilience, while continuing to build serious momentum.

Line-up:

Andre Luís De Barros – Bass
Harry Cook – Drums
Oliver Miles – Guitars
Jorge Nunes – Guitars
Adrian Caucelo – Vocals

facebook.com/Perpetualparadox

instagram.com/perpetualparadoxband

perpetualparadox.bandcamp.com

Source: ClawHammer PR

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New Album From THE ABSOLUTION SEQUENCE Out Now!

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 17, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Dread Cycle Streaming Everywhere

Dread Cycle, the highly-anticipated and critically-acclaimed debut full-length album from Tasmanian death metal devils THE ABSOLUTION SEQUENCE is out now on all streaming platforms.

The band comments on their most incendiary release to date. “Dread Cycle was created as an amalgamation of what we had built over the years, and a spiritual successor to our latest EP – Voidform. The concept behind the release is one of a never-ending cycle of grief, trauma, anger and growth. This idea is displayed across nine different tracks, topics ranging from family violence and religious blackmail to war and mass starvation. Our aim with this record is to take the listener for a death ride and bring it with us across the world and have it experienced by as many ears/eyes as possible.”

Stream Dread Cycle on Spotify, Apple Music and other streaming platforms.

Dread Cycle was released by Bleeding Art Collective, with distribution by Blood Blast Distribution.

Stream select videos from Dread Cycle at the links below:

“Idols of Confraternity” – youtu.be/nFbmnakuaPM

“Ghost Mantra” – youtube.com/watch?v=a3MW6H0Socwm

“The Nightlight Sigil” – youtu.be/e21gFJfEAKM?si=3vAcFOVdY0zBpepb

Catch THE ABSOLUTION SEQUENCE live on tour with COMPLEXANT:
8/28 – Melbourne @ Evelyn Hotel w/ Orpheus Omega, IRONSTONE, Mortala
8/29 – Hobart @Twisted Lime w/ Orpheus Omega, I See Red, Mutating Utopia

Dread Cycle was produced by Chris Themelco and mastered by the world-renowned Jens Bogren at Fascination Street Studios. The album was written by THE ABSOLUTION SEQUENCE with lyrics by Shawn Wells.

Line-up:

Stephen Cusato – Rhythm Guitar/Backing Vocals
Steven Mason – Rhythm Guitar
Alastair Boon – Bass/Backing Vocals
Luke Tucker – Lead Guitar
Nick Machin – Drums
Luke Sanderson – Drums
Shawn Wells – Lead Vocals

theabsolutionsequence.bandcamp.com
facebook.com/theabsolutionsequence
instagram.com/theabsolutionsequence

Source: ClawHammer PR

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UMUS – Funeral Doom Project Announce Debut Album, Voidlit, for October 13th ~ First Single “Oblivion” Streaming Now

Posted in doom metal, funeral doom, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on August 17, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Remote funeral doom project UMUS will release their debut album, Voidlit, on October 13th, 2026, through Ksenza Records/Aesthetic Death on CD and Aesthetic Death on double LP.

Formed in 2024 through a remote collaboration between three musicians based in different cities, UMUS was born from a shared vision of funeral doom stripped down to its most immersive and atmospheric essence. Drawing inspiration from Ahab, Evoken, Esoteric and the shadowy world of dark ambient music, the project favors atmosphere, emotional weight and gradual development over technical display or unnecessary complexity.

The first single, “Oblivion”, is streaming now at THIS LOCATION.

Spanning more than an hour across five compositions, Voidlit is a monolithic and smoke-shrouded work, built from glacial tempos, layered guitars and cavernous vocals. Yet beneath its imposing surface, the album reveals occasional flashes of light: subtle melodic details and unexpected passages emerge from the haze, giving its long-form compositions a sense of depth and movement.

Rather than treating funeral doom as an exercise in sheer heaviness, UMUS use slowness as a means of immersion. Each composition unfolds patiently, allowing textures to accumulate and emotions to deepen, while small changes in melody and atmosphere assume greater significance within the album’s extended structures.

Conceived as a continuous narrative, Voidlit traces a descent through grief, isolation and spiritual decay toward the gradual disintegration of the self. Personal loss and social alienation give way to an increasingly inward journey, ultimately confronting the emptiness left behind when everything else has fallen away.

The physical editions of Voidlit will also include the exclusive bonus track “Voidlit II”, available only on CD and double LP.

Track-list:

  1. Ghost Of Grief
  2. Harbinger Of The End
  3. Oblivion
  4. Voidlit
  5. Voidlit II (bonus track – only available on the physical formats)

Line-up:

V – Lead and rhythm guitars & Bass
E – Growls & Clean vocals
R – Drums & Backing vocals

Mixed by Vladimir Lehtinen
Mastered by Greg Chandler(Priory Recording Studios)
Artwork by Deni Aktemirov

UMUS:

https://umus.bandcamp.com/

Aesthetic Death:

https://aestheticdeath.bandcamp.com/

https://www.aestheticdeath.com/

https://www.facebook.com/aestheticdeath.uk

Ksenza Records:

https://ksenza.bandcamp.com/

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INVINCIA Unveil “Unite”, The First Single From Their Debut Album Echoes From The Past

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 16, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

New album out September 25, 2026 via Escape Music

Finnish melodic heavy metal band Invincia unveil “Unite”, the first single taken from their forthcoming debut album, Echoes From the Past, scheduled for worldwide release on September 25, 2026 via Escape Music.

Watch the official video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlSW00ARH9s

Listen to “Unite”: https://ffm.to/invincia-unite

Following the enthusiastic response to their independently released EP The Enemy Within, Invincia return with a song that show the essence of their musical identity, while opening the door to the band’s next chapter. Inspired by the Melodic Power and emotional depth of Savatage, Queensrÿche, Helloween, Judas Priest and Dio, “Unite” combines memorable songwriting with the unmistakable spirit of classic Heavy Metal, approached through a fresh and personal perspective.

The single is the first taste of Echoes From the Past, an album written over the last two years and conceived as a collection of songs where melody, atmosphere and storytelling take center stage. Rather than chasing trends, Invincia have focused on crafting music with lasting character, songs built to resonate beyond the first listen.

As with the band’s debut EP, Echoes From The Past was mixed and mastered by acclaimed producer Erik Mårtensson (Eclipse) at Mass Destruction Production, whose production enhances every nuance of the performances while preserving the band’s natural energy and approach.

Formed in Vaasa, Finland, in 2024, Invincia made an impressive debut with the independently released EP The Enemy Within. The release attracted attention from international media, earning reviews and interviews with publications including Sweden Rock Magazine and Kaoszine, while all the singles found their way onto Spotify’s official Finnish metal playlist Metallia Suomesta, helping the band reach listeners far beyond their home country.

With Escape Music now backing the release of their first full-length album, Invincia are ready to introduce their music to an even wider audience. “Unite” is an invitation to discover a band deeply rooted in the traditions of Melodic Heavy Metal, yet determined to write its own story.

Echoes From the Past will be released worldwide on September 25, 2026, via Escape Music.

TRACKLIST:

1. Prelude (00:54)

2. Unite (03:15)

3. Tonight We Ride (06:20)

4. Echoes From the Past (05:05)

5. Darkness In Us All (04:36)

6. Awakening (01:08)

7. Call Of The Wild (04:41)

8. Edge Of The Universe (06:17)

9. Time Flies (04:36)

10. Zeal (04:55)

11. A Wayfarers Toast (04:48)

12. After The Final War (06:45)

INVINCIA;
Kenneth Nylund – Lead Vocals
Joel Karlsson – Guitar
Alexander Södergård – Guitar
Oskar Packalén – Bass
Mikael Ahlholm – Drums

INVINCIA CONTACTS

invinciaband.com

Facebook

Instagram

Youtube

ESCAPE MUSIC

https://www.escape-music.com/

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CASKET DWELLER – Greek Death Metal Newcomers Announce Debut Album, River of Slumber, via Nuclear Winter Records

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 15, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Nuclear Winter Records is proud to announce the release of River of Slumber, the debut album from Greek death metal band CASKET DWELLER, set for release on October 22nd, 2026 on CD format (LP and tape version to follow later).

The first single “Voodoo Incants” is streaming at THIS LOCATION.

Hailing from Athens, Greece, CASKET DWELLER deliver a deeply rooted take on traditional death metal. Formed in 2022, the band quickly established itself within the Greek underground through a series of live appearances across the country.

From the beginning, CASKET DWELLER have built their identity around more than just music: their visual aesthetic draws heavily from classic horror cinema of the 1940s and gothic literature, influences that also permeate the atmosphere of River of Slumber, creating a world where darkness, decay and heavy riffs come together.

The band’s debut album is a tribute to the foundations of death metal while maintaining a strong sense of personality. Built around memorable, riff-driven compositions, River of Slumber showcases a band with a clear understanding of the genre’s traditions and the ability to transform those influences into songs that flow naturally from start to finish.

While the production carries the unmistakable imprint of the Swedish death metal school, the album’s musical DNA reaches further, incorporating elements from the classic Florida scene and the heavier Dutch tradition. Echoes of bands such as Death, Pestilence and Asphyx can be found throughout the record, not through imitation but through a shared appreciation for powerful riffs, dynamic arrangements and songwriting that puts the song at the center.

With a careful balance between crushing passages, darker atmospheres and more melodic moments, River of Slumber presents CASKET DWELLER as a new force within the contemporary old school death metal movement. A band focused on the essentials: memorable riffs, strong compositions and the timeless appeal of death metal.

Track-list:

  1. Chapters
  2. Dust Off the Shovel
  3. He Rows
  4. Fangs of the Vampire
  5. Creatures of the Night
  6. Embalming Slime
  7. Burnt at the Stake
  8. Voodoo Incants
  9. Requiem

Line-up:

George Karvouniaris – Guitars
Chris Pallas – Bass
Vangelis Deligiorgis – Drums/Vocals

CASKET DWELLER:

https://www.facebook.com/CasketDweller666/

https://www.instagram.com/casketdwellerDM

Nuclear Winter Records:

https://nuclearwinterrecords.bandcamp.com/

https://nuclearwinterrecords.com/

https://www.facebook.com/martyrdoomproductions/

https://www.instagram.com/nuclearwinterrecords/

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MISFIRE – Illinois Thrash Titans Drop “Born To Die” Video | Eastern Conquest US Headlining Dates Announced

Posted in Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on August 14, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by E. Castro

Illinois thrash titans MISFIRE are pleased to unleash their new video for “Born To Die.” The ferocious track comes by way of the band’s Product Of The Environment full-length out now on MNRK Heavy. Directed by Edgar Castro-Salazar and edited by the band’s own James Nicademus, the live performance video captures the band at their most volatile.

Watch MISFIRE’s “Born To Die” video HERE.

Watch MISFIRE’s previously released videos for “We Went Through Hell” HERE, “Living The Dream” HERE, “Left For Dead” featuring Rob Dukes of Exodus HERE, and “All Over The Place” HERE.  

MISFIRE will return to the road later this month. The Eastern Conquest US headlining tour runs from August 24th in Cleveland, Ohio through August 30th in Detroit, Michigan. Support will be provided by special guest, Raider. 

The band comments, “We’re very excited to be doing our first ever headlining run with our friends in Raider. This set will feature songs from the first two albums as well as some special surprises. Stay heavy! See you all soon!”

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

MISFIRE w/ Raider:

8/24/2026 Smedley’s – Cleveland, OH
8/25/2026 Westside Bowl – Youngstown, OH
8/26/2026 Space Bar – Columbus, OH
8/27/2026 Revival Room – Newport, KY
8/28/2026 The Forge – Joliet, IL
8/29/2026 Mac’s Bar – Lansing, MI
8/30/2026 Sanctuary – Detroit, MI

MISFIRE’s Product Of The Environment includes guest guitar solos by co-producer/engineer John Douglass, mixer Alex Parra (Paladin), and Death Angel’s Rob Cavestany.

Declared Metal Hammer Germany upon the record’s release, “anyone who loves the thrash genre in its original form will happily add this album to their collection.” Heavy Music HQ concurred, “Product Of The Environment proves to be the sound of a new toxic waltz.” Added Dead Rhetoric, “Product Of The Environment contains a lot of the sinister power that put the original Bay Area movement on the map along with a modest amount of modern angst and sophistication to appeal to second/third generation followers of this movement.” 

The record features cover art by Rick Zesati and is available on CD, LP, and digital formats.

https://linktr.ee/Misfireofficial

http://www.facebook.com/Misfireofficial

http://www.instagram.com/misfire_official

http://www.facebook.com/MNRKHeavy

http://www.instagram.com/MNRK_Heavy

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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EXHUMED To Kick Off The Redder Asphalt North American Headlining Tour This Fall – Tickets On Sale Now!

Posted in gore grind, gore metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on August 14, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Ross Sewage

Gore metal pioneers EXHUMED are pleased to announce the second leg of their North American tour this Fall! The Redder Asphalt Tour 2026 will commence on November 7th and run through December 6th. Support will be provided by Jarhead Fertilizer, Savage Master, and Molder.

Bassist Ross Sewage comments, “EXHUMED is firing on all cylinders to get back on the long and grinding road for the sequel to our Red Asphalt North American tour. You thought we did a drive by on your town last tour? Wrong! We were just waiting for the right time to crash the party. This time we’re taking our warnings about reckless road warriors and dipstick drivers up north, way north, including the Great White North! EXHUMED is finally returning to the land of snow and Timmy Ho’s! Buckle those seat belts, kids, it’s going to be a helluva ride!”

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

EXHUMED w/ Jarhead Fertilizer, Savage Master, Molder:
11/07/2026 Star Theatre – Portland, OR
11/08/2026 El Corazon – Seattle, WA
11/09/2026 Rickshaw Theatre – Vancouver, BC
11/11/2026 Dickens – Calgary, AB
11/12/2026 The Starlite Room – Edmonton, AB
11/13/2026 Black Cat Tavern – Saskatoon, SK
11/14/2026 Sidestage – Winnipeg, MB
11/15/2026 Black Pirates Pub – Thunder Bay, ON
11/17/2026 Hard Luck – Toronto, ON
11/18/2026 Piranha Bar – Montreal, QC
11/19/2026 Sonia – Boston, MA
11/20/2026 Saint Vitus – Brooklyn, NY
11/21/2026 Capital City Music Hall – Harrisburg, PA
11/22/2026 Metro Baltimore – Baltimore, MD
11/23/2026 No Class – Cleveland, OH
11/24/2026 Sanctuary – Detroit, MI
11/25/2026 Reggies – Chicago, IL
11/27/2026 The Annex – Madison, WI
11/28/2026 Underground Music – Minneapolis, MN
11/29/2026 xBK – Des Moines, IA
12/01/2026 Reverb Lounge – Omaha, NE
12/02/2026 HQ – Denver, CO
12/03/2026 Ace’s High – Salt Lake City, UT
12/04/2026 The Holland Project – Reno, NV
12/05/2026 The Mab – San Francisco, CA
12/06/2026 Constellation Room – Santa Ana, CA

EXHUMED will be touring in support of their critically adored Red Asphalt full-length, released earlier this year on Relapse Records.

The latest wrong turn from the driving force of gore metal, Red Asphalt crashes the band’s hook-laden, high-speed deathgrind into whiplash-inducing grooves and dangerous musical curves. The record serves as a love letter to the road – horrific accidents, vehicular homicide, defective cars, gore-filled instructional videos, zombified biker gangs, and more. True to the band’s spirit, Red Asphalt drags the listener through a whirlwind of riffy madness.

Tracks like the aptly titled “Unsafe At Any Speed,” “Shovelhead,” and “The Iron Graveyard” ooze with sleaze and groove while retaining all of the high-octane, full-throttle, white-knuckle madness you’ve come to demand from EXHUMED. Red Asphalt inarguably serves as one of 2026’s most frenetic, unhinged slabs of sonic obliteration.

Order Red Asphalt on LP/CD/CS/streaming via Relapse.com HERE.

Watch EXHUMED’s previously released videos for “Unsafe At Any Speed” HERE, “Shovelhead” HERE, and “The Iron Graveyard” HERE.

EXHUMED:
Matt Harvey – guitar, vocals
Ross Sewage – bass, vocals
Mike Hamilton – drums
Sebastian Phillips – guitar

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Finnish Black Thrash Metal Band BEATRIX Releases First Single From Their Upcoming Album ~ Sets Out To Finnish-Estonian Tour With Japanese BARBATOS

Posted in blackened thrash, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 13, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Photographer: Aldis Jordans

BEATRIX is known as a furious and energetic live band in the Finnish underground, playing nightmarish black thrash metal, with skull crushing riffs, haunting melodies and demonic vocals.

After a successful Baltic tour with fellow maniacs JÄVELINand NIGHT SLASHER, a new song has been battle tested and is ready to be unleashed on the bleeding eardrums of the unsuspecting listeners. 

The self titled song “BEATRIX” is the first single from the upcoming full length concept album the band has been building on since it’s incarnation in 2019.

It’s about becoming something greater, a praying mantis queen born from human flesh, which also answers the question of where the band’s name comes from.

01. Beatrix
Composer: Aapo Härkönen
Lyrics: Markus Leppänen

Listen to the single on music services (Spotify, Deezer, Tidal, Apple Music, Bandcamp etc.): https://push.fm/fl/beatrix-beatrix

The album will be released next year on Diabolic Might Records. In the meanwhile BEATRIX will join Japan’s BARBATOS on tour for 5 support shows in Finland and Estonia.

Tour dates & venues:
15.8 Oulu, Finland – Snooker Time
17.8 Tampere, Finland – Varjobaari
18.8 Tampere, Finland – Vastavirta (All ages)
20.8 Espoo, Finland – Olarin Ossi
21.8 Tallinn, Estonia – The Krypt

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HARLOTT Presents “The Joyful Stain” Video/Single ~ Exsequiis Full-Length From Australian Thrashers Releasing On September 11th, Via Metal Blade Records

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news, nfl football with tags , , , , , , on August 13, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Rob Brens

“The Joyful Stain” is the latest single from long-running Australian thrashers, HARLOTT. The track appears on the band’s upcoming Exsequiis full-length, set for release on September 11th via Metal Blade Records!

The band comments, “‘The Joyful Stain’ is a homage to ‘the lucky country’ that we call home; a second-rate first-world dystopia governed by corruption, stupidity, and indifference.”

Watch HARLOTT’s video for “The Joyful Stain” HERE.

Watch HARLOTT’s previously released video for “Trial By Liar”HERE.

After a six-year gap, Exsequiis marks the boldest leap forward in HARLOTT’s career. Denser, harsher and more confident than ever, a razor-sharp sound built on world-class guitar work. The death of the gods, delivered by thrash metal artisans in the prime of their lives.

“Detritus Of The Final Age (2020) was a great experience in digging out sounds and ideas that we would have been too trepidant to explore,” explains guitarist/vocalist Andrew Hudson. “For Exsequiis, we went further into that, but with the confidence that it would work as it had done before.”

When describing the band’s creative process on Detritus Of The Final Age, Hudson notes, “Whether it’s lyrics or riffs or breakdowns, I always make sure that every song has at least one bit that makes you go ‘fuck yeeeeah.’” With Exsequiis, Harlott tripled-down on this strategy, ensuring the “fuck yeeeeahs are continuously overlapping for 46 minutes.

Exsequiis – Track Listing:

1. Incipiam

2. Void

3. Messiah Simplex

4. Trial By Liar

5. The God That Knows No Name

6. Kleptogenesis

7. A Still More Glorious Dawn Awaits

8. The Joyful Stain

9. Endling

10. Vice Borne

11. Exsequiis

Although undoubtedly a band with their own intrinsic identity, there is still much fun for the dedicated thrasher in spotting specific inspirational moments, a pinch of Arise-era Sepultura here, a ‘90s Overkill groove there, the odd touch of Testament technicality or crossover gang chant. However, when asked what HARLOTT regards as thrash metal’s gold standard, the response is unequivocal: “Does anyone ever answer this question with something other than Reign In Blood?”

Rick Rubin’s razor-sharp, in-your-face production on Slayer’s 1986 benchmark release is a fair pointer to the sound of Exsequiis. Bassist/vocalist Tom Richard‘s bass is especially well served, with an interesting tonal dominance in certain passages, but every layer is rammed upfront for maximum head-caving impact.

HARLOTT’s Exsequiis will be released on CD and digital formats as well as vinyl in the following color variant:

“Coagulation” A Side B Side (EU – Ltd. 500)

Lyrics remain in the depressingly real world, the band preferring not to embroider some supernatural phantasmagoria but instead casting a jaundiced eye over our bitterly divided current climate. “It’s been a pretty interesting time to live through politically and socially,” admits Hudson. “Disinformation appears to be the new normal and a population obsessed with content creation and online participation has really exposed some things that I think we were all probably happier being ignorant of.”

HARLOTT Live:
9/11/2026 Juz – Burghausen, DE
9/12/2026 Nuclear Intervention Fest – Kadov u Blatné, CZ
9/13/2026 Garage Pub – Krakow, PL
9/15/2026 Music-House – Graz, AT
9/16/2026 Escape – Vienna, AT
9/18/2026 MK Bar – Esch-sur-Alzette, LU
9/19/2026 Namenlos – Bonn, DE
9/20/2026 Zentralcafe – Nuremberg, DE
9/23/2026 Bambi Galore – Hamburg, DE
9/24/2026 Mukkes – Leeuwarden, NL
9/25/2026 Musicon – The Hague,NL
9/26/2026 Hellfort – Bruges, BE
[For bookings contact: franziska@daggerbooking.com]

HARLOTT:
Andrew Hudson – guitar, vocals
Tom Richards – bass, vocals
Leigh Bartley – guitar
Glen Trayhern – drums

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