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ELEINE – Releases New 5-Track EP: We Stand United

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

Swedish metal band ELEINE simply can’t return to the stages unnoticed: embarking on a massive European tour as special guests to label mates PRIMAL FEAR, they simultaneously celebrate the release of their We Stand United EP through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). A strong title underlining the unparalleled bond ELEINE have built with their worldwide fan legions over the years, which becomes even thicker! An unreleased song as well as live and orchestral versions of selected ELEINE classics are now available for streaming and on limited CD and vinyl editions. Get your (signed) copy & listen to We Stand United here: 

https://eleine.rpm.link/westandunitedPR

Vocalist Madeleine & guitarist/vocalist Rikard comment: “We wanted to give you something in between album cycles. A feel of what’s to come, where we stand right now and a closer look at our past. This is We Stand United – an EP dedicated towards our strong and loyal fans across the world including live tracks and something brand new! On this EP, w present you with live tracks on CD and vinyl for the first time ever! We enjoy the studio, but it will always be when performing LIVE that we truly thrive as a band. This is where we connect with the crowd, where we create beautiful and empowering memories together and where we get to live out the songs on stage. We Stand United is a 5-track EP carrying new heavy riffs, thundering live performances and a rawness we feel many will appreciate.”

Introduced by “Towards The Fields”, the release’s main focus lays on its brand new title track, which highlights the group’s magic touch for vibrant songwriting while still giving space to their soaringly uplifting and symphonic trademark moments. To give the We Stand United music video the attention it deserves, ELEINE are pleased to announce that they’ll witness its unveiling together with their main driving force – their fans – on Monday, September 8 @ 6PM CEST. Subscribe here & join the watch party: https://eleine.rpm.link/youtubePR

We Stand United – Track Listing:
01. Towards The Fields (Intro)
02. We Stand United
03. Never Forget [Live at Masters of Rock 2024]
04. We Are Legion [Live at Masters of Rock 2024]
05. Promise Of Apocalypse [Symphonic Version]

Info & Tickets: 

https://www.eleine.com/pages/tour

ELEINE are:
Madeleine Liljestam – vocals
Rikard Ekberg – guitars, vocals
Victor Jonasson – guitars

More on ELEINE:
eleine.com | Patreon | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X
YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music | RPM

Source: C Squared Music

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Southern Gothic Inspired Band :Skull & dawn: To Release New Album The Harvest | First Single And Video Out Now

Posted in albums, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on September 7, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Lead single “Down to Hell (Black Cat Bar)” features banjos, distorted guitars, percussion, chains and “lots of alcohol.”

Guests on album to include Okoi Thierry Jones (Bölzer), Perikis Tikof (Opened Paradise) and Ioanna Noir Zacharopoulou (Glitter Grotesque).

The Harvest – a Southern Gothic-inspired record about dead lovers, serial killers and lost souls, will be released on 17 October and is available for pre-order.

The Dark Americana outfit :Skull & dawn: will release their second full-length album, The Harvest, on 17 October 2025, through The Circle Music. The first single, “Down to Hell (Black Cat Bar)“, is now out with a new video.

An introductory track to the album’s sound, “Down to Hell (Black Cat Bar)” tells a story of late-night revelry and a dark descent. The band describes it as an “urban ceremony” filled with banjos, distorted guitars, percussion, chains and “lots of alcohol”, culminating in a fall into a “dark well” that leads straight to hell.

Watch the video for “Down to Hell (Black Cat Bar)”: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKPHV_KYfbs

Stream the track: 

https://thecirclemusic.lnk.to/Downtohell

:Skull & dawn: are:
Manos Six – Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Banjo, Electric Guitar, Percussion
Stamos A. – Electric Bass
Chris Abatis – Electric Guitar
Alex Tabakakis – Drums + Percussion
Vassilis Kemanidis – Violin

The upcoming album The Harvest dives deep into a mysterious world of Southern Gothic horror, featuring songs about dead lovers, serial killers, lone cowboys, and lost souls. The album blends the band’s neofolk past with a true Americana sound and a Southern Gothic atmosphere.

The Circle Music said: “Although at first glance the style of :Skull & dawn: might seem out of step with The Circle’s previous releases, for some inexplicable yet undeniable reason, The Harvest felt destined (from the moment of its creation) to be released by us.

“It’s not just the fact that :Skull & dawn: have shared the stage with several of The Circle’s artists during live performances; it’s the very atmosphere of the album itself. From the very first listen, we all had the same instinctive reaction: The Harvest had to be released by us. There was simply no other way.”

The album is available for pre-order via The Circle Music: https://thecirclemusic.gr/product-category/the-circle-releases/?filter_artist-name=skull-dawn and digital pre-save: https://thecirclemusic.lnk.to/TheHarvest

The Harvest will be released in digital and CD formats, with the CD version including two bonus tracks: “Kingdom of the Corn (Live)” and “St. James Infirmary (Live)”. A limited edition black LP (250 copies) and a limited edition gold LP (250 copies) with a printed insert will also be available.

Guests on the album include: Okoi Thierry Jones (Bölzer), Perikis Tikof (Opened Paradise), Ioanna Noir Zacharopoulou (Glitter Grotesque) and Vasso Jism.

Founded in 1999 under a different name as a trio in Athens, Greece, the band started by creating industrial noise music using hammers and electric screwdrivers. From 2002 to 2009, they embraced the heritage of Old Europe and folk instruments under the name Défilé des Âmes. They released the full-length LP Lust & Stone, a split EP, and several DIY EPs. They also collaborated with notable artists like Sieben.

The band reformed in 2009 as :Skull & dawn:, shifting their sound to be influenced by the American South. Their debut album, Zombie Horses (2016), fused their industrial roots with American folklore, creating a sound inspired by artists like The Bad Seeds and Hank 3. They have maintained a strong live presence over the years, performing with a wide range of artists, including Jarboe, Chelsea Wolfe and Psychic TV.

The Harvest – track-listing: 
1. Down to hell (Black Cat Bar)
2. Knoxville Girl
3. Kingdom of the Corn
4. Born Dead
5. GG Allin
6. Gold is the Metal
7. Trouble was her Name
8. Old Testament
9. Hail to the King
10. Kingdom of the Corn (Live) (CD Bonus Track)
11. St. James Infirmary (Live) (CD Bonus Track)

:Skull & dawn: online:
Facebook: https://facebook.com/skullanddawn/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7vJD7480MaQ9LLNuogYRVD?si=uEBhSa89Q5mynJmyjv1tyQ

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

Sources: The Circle Music | 3nation

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AMORPHIS — 2022’s Halo Goes Gold On The Band’s Way To Borderland, Out This Month Via RPM

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

Photo credit: Timo Isoaho
AMORPHIS @ Sonic Pump Studios (Helsinki, Finland)

L-R:
Olli-Pekka “Oppu” Laine (bass), Tomi Koivusaari (guitars), Santeri Kallio (keyboards), Jan Rechberger (drums, percussion), Tomi Joutsen (vocals), Esa Holopainen (guitars)

Invited to Helsinki’s Sonic Pump Studios under a pretext, Finnish metal icons AMORPHIS have been decorated with gold records for sales of their 2022 studio album Halo by their label partners Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). The band’s management, distribution and media partners gathered secretly earlier this week to witness the handover of the awards at the iconic Finnish recording studio, where the sextet crafted a number of much-loved albums over the years and even parts of Halo. 

Still being busy with interviews to support their forthcoming offering Borderland, due out on September 26, 2025, as well as tour preparations, AMORPHIS were pleasantly surprised when the shiny vinyls were presented to them.

Guitarist Esa Holopainen states: “Achieving a gold record is far from being guaranteed in these days. We’re truly grateful to all listeners and fans who supported us along the way. ‘Halo’ wasn’t an easy album to make as the corona virus was challenging the world. Some parts of its production had to be done remotely, while at other times we were actually allowed to travel to our beloved neighbouring country Sweden. ‘Halo’ also isn’t the easiest album of the AMORPHIS catalogue, but it certainly has its special moments which will live on through people’s sound systems and our live shows.”

Originally released on February 11, 2022, AMORPHIS managed to hit the top of the official album chart in their home country for the sixth time in their eventful career with Halo. Many other notable global entries (Germany #3, Switzerland #4, Austria #7) completed this enormously successful launch under complicated circumstances.

Followed by a Finnish headline run and a European arena tour alongside ARCH ENEMY, ELUVEITIE and GATECREEPER, the group’s new album, Borderland, will become available in late September.

Pre-order Borderland in your preferred physical format (ltd. box set & more) & stream it once out to possibly add yet another gold record to AMORPHIS’ treasure room: 

https://amorphis.rpm.link/borderlandPR

More from Borderland:
“Light And Shadow” OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aF80ycx5JQ

“Dancing Shadow” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpSNEY9mfPg

Source: C Squared Music

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ALPHA DESTROYER – Release Video For “Lobotomized” | Fast Lane Out On CD & Vinyl October 15th

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Heavy Metal, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , on September 6, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

The new music video from heavy rock all-stars ALPHA DESTROYER – featuring Martin Sweet (Crashdïet), Kelly LeMieux (Buckcherry), and Eric Sexton-Dorsett (Sleepless), is now streaming. “Lobotomized” marks the third single off the band’s upcoming debut album, Fast Lane.

A true ripper in every sense, “Lobotomized” anchors the album’s thematic momentum, cementing the band’s vision for sonic intensity in untamed fashion.

Check out “Lobotomized” now at youtu.be/viyQjtR0p64?si=xBp10IYDwKXIAUmO

Fast Lane is due out this fall on Necromantic Press Records. Physical copies of Fast Lane, including limited-edition red splatter and standard black vinyl, will begin shipping on October 15. The album will be available on all streaming platforms on October 31. Pre-orders are available at this location.

Fast Lane – Track-listing:

1 – Straight into the Grind

2 – Masterplan

3 – Dirt in the Ground

4 – Lobotomized

5 – Transmission

6 – Fast Lane

7 – Sweet Dreams From Oblivion

8 – Manic Messiah

9 – Conspiracy

10 – The Prophet

Stream ALPHA DESTROYER on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Music. Follow ALPHA DESTROYER on Facebook and Instagram.

“This Isn’t a Band. It’s a Warning.”

Source: ClawHammer PR

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DYING REMAINS – Announce Debut Album ‘MERCILESS SUFFERING’ With Gory “Hung And Drawn” Video | Pre-Orders Available TODAY

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, music videos, news with tags , , , , , , on September 6, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Maggot Stomp is proud to announce the debut full-length album from death metal upstarts Dying Remains. Merciless Suffering is set for release on Friday, September 19th. The band has also unleashed a chilling new music video for the track “Hung and Drawn,” which can be viewed HERE.

Merciless Suffering is a masterclass in songwriting, delivering an uncompromising blend of crushing brutality and catchy, well-crafted moments that mold together into a monolithic force. This is death metal for those who appreciate the genre’s time-tested foundation. Dying Remains brings together seminal sounds reminiscent of acts like Morta Skuld, Jungle Rot, and Obituary while still keeping things fresh and exciting for a new generation of death metal to take root.

The video for “Hung and Drawn” was directed by Aron Diaz and serves as a visual companion to the album’s core lyrical themes. Drawing heavily from ’70s and ’80s B-grade gore films, the video is a short horror film that depicts one gruesome segment from the album’s over-arching story of a sprawling torture chamber. The band, all avid fans of the horror genre, wanted to bring this macabre vision to life, and the result is a truly unsettling and memorable piece of art.

Pre-orders for Merciless Suffering are available now at: the Official Maggot Stomp Store.

Watch “Hung And Drawn” Now! https://youtu.be/9IG90WBGCtk

DYING REMAINS TOUR DATES – Headline:
9/12 | Edmonton, AB | 99ten
9/13 | Calgary, AB | The Rock Shop
9/14 | Vancouver, BC | The Cobalt
9/15 | Seattle, WA | Belltown Yacht Club
9/16 | Olympia, WA | The Crypt
9/17 | Portland, OR | Twilight Cafe
9/19 | Sacramento, CA | The Starlet Room

w/ Gored Embrace:
9/20 | San Fernando, CA | Midnight Hour
9/21 | San Diego, CA | The Che Cafe
9/22 | Phoenix, AZ | Palo Verde Lounge
9/23 | Tuscon, AZ | 951 Calle Castile
9/25 | Houston, TX | Eighteen Ten Ojeman
9/26 | San Antonio, TX | O’Death
9/27 | Dallas, TX | Double Wide
9/28 | Kansas City, MO | Howdy
9/30 | Denver, CO | Seventh Circle
10/2 | Salt Lake City, UT | Black Lung Society
10/3 | Boise, ID | TBA
10/4 | Spokane, WA | The Big Dipper

w/ Mutilation Barbecue:
10/6 | Fargo, ND | The Aquarium
10/7 | Minneapolis, MN | Pillar Forum
10/8 | Milwaukee, WI | Cactus Club
10/9 | Chicago, IL | Reggies
10/10 | Cleveland, OH | No Class
10/11 | Fort Wayne, IN | Legion Post 241
10/12 | Louisville, KY | Magnolia Bar
10/13 | Springfield, MO | Lindbergs Tavern

Headline: 

10/16 | Winnipeg, MB | Side Stage

Source: Maggot Stomp

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BEFORE THE DAWN – Unveils “Stronghold” Video | Cold Flare Eternal Full-Length Out Now On Reaper Entertainment 

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

Photo by Teppo Ristola

Cold Flare Eternal, the new full-length from Finnish melodic death metal veterans BEFORE THE DAWN, is out now on Reaper Entertainment!

A work of stark contrasts and emotional depth, Cold Flare Eternal blends crushing heaviness with soaring melancholy, delivering a sound both devastating and deeply human. It’s an album shaped by clarity of vision, cinematic atmosphere, and the unmistakable Scandinavian sense of darkness and beauty.

Released alongside the album is the powerful new video for the track “Stronghold.” Comments the band, “It’s like a punch in the face delivered with love and powered with anvil heavy guitars, profoundly massive growls, hammering drums, and beyond epic melody. That is ‘Stronghold;’ the musical embodiment of straightforward bone bounding metal.”

Watch BEFORE THE DAWN’s video for “Stronghold” HERE.

Watch BEFORE THE DAWN’s previously released video for “Fatal Design” HERE, “As Above, So Below” HERE, “Stellar Effect” HERE, and “Shockwave” HERE.

Cold Flare Eternal weaves together massive riffs, introspective melodies, and a haunting emotional weight that lingers long after the final note fades. After the band’s celebrated return with Stormbringers and a year of intense touring, Cold Flare Eternal is more than a followup, it’s a statement of purpose. A record that doesn’t just demand to be heard but be felt.

Recorded once again at guitarist Juho Räihä’s studio, the album brings together crushing heaviness, soaring melodies, and the atmospheric beauty of Finland’s dark landscapes.

Cold Flare Eternal features core art by Gogo Melone (Wolfheart, Insomnium, Xandria, Omnium Gatherum) and is available on CD, LP, and digital formats.

Find orders HERE.

BEFORE THE DAWN will join Wolfheart for an extensive European tour later this month. Tickets are available at btdmetal.com. See all confirmed dates below.

BEFORE THE DAWN w/ Wolfheart, Suotana, Full House Brew Crew:
9/20/2025 Koba Live – Abadiño, ES **
9/21/2025 Revi Live – Madrid, ES **
9/22/2025 Wolf, Barcelona – ES **
9/25/2025 De Helling – Utrecht, NL
9/26/2025 Kulturwerk – Herford, DE
9/27/2025 Kubana – Siegburg, DE
9/29/2025 Backstage By The Mill – Paris, FR
9/30/2025 DVG Club – Kortrjik, BE
10/01/2025 Logo – Hamburg, DE
10/02/2025 Hellraiser – Leipzig, DE
10/03/2025 Turock – Essen, DE
10/04/2025 Café Central – Weinheim, DE
10/05/2025 Analog Music Hall – Budapest, HU
10/06/2025 Klub Zaścianek – Krakow, PL
10/07/2025 Collosseum – Košice, SK
10/08/2025 Rock Café – Prague, CZ
10/09/2025 Orto Bar – Ljubljana SI
10/10/2025 Slaughter Club – Milan, IT
10/11/2025 Chollerhalle – Zug, CH
10/12/2025 Club Vaudeville – Lindau, DE
10/13/2025 Backstage – Munich, DE
** BEFORE THE DAWN + Wolfheart only

BEFORE THE DAWN – Finnish Headlining Dates:
9/05/2025 Tavastia – Helsinki, FI
9/06/2025 Olympia – Tampere, FI
9/13/2025 Möysän Musaklubi – Lahti, FI
10/24/2025 Logomo Teatro – Turku, FI
10/25/2025 House of Rock – Kouvola, FI
11/07/2025 Monde – Rovaniemi, FI
11/08/2025 Kantakrouvi – Oulu, FI

BEFORE THE DAWN:
Tuomas Saukkonen – guitar
Paavo Laapotti – vocals
Juho Räihä – guitar
Pyry Hanski – bass

https://www.btdmetal.com

https://www.facebook.com/beforethedawn

https://www.instagram.com/beforethedawnofficial

https://www.reapermusic.de

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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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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PRIMAL FEAR Reclaim the Metal Crown With “I Am The Primal Fear” Lyric Video | New Album Domination Out Worldwide | European Tour Kicks Off Tonight

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

“I Am The Primal Fear” is the perfect track to mark the release of German metal force PRIMAL FEAR’s new album, Domination. Out today via Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM), the 13-track record is a powerful statement of the band’s legacy and a showcase of their unmistakable sound.

Order Domination (excl. bundles, ltd. CD earbook, digipak-CD, jewel case-CD & various vinyl variants) & stream it here: https://primalfear.rpm.link/dominationPR

A future fan favourite and live anthem in the making, “I Am The Primal Fear” kicks off with a burst of solo drumming before the full PRIMAL FEAR engine roars to life, unleashing thunderous riffs and soaring melodic leads. The verses feel like an intense showdown, with vocalist Ralf Scheepers delivering a fierce performance, driven by the relentless rhythm section of bassist Mat Sinner and drummer André Hilger. Adding to the firepower is the band’s new guitar dream team, Thalìa Bellazecca and Magnus Karlsson, trading off with precision and power.

The intense call-and-response dynamic builds to a powerful, no-holds-barred chorus that sends a clear message: despite a few setbacks over the years, PRIMAL FEAR never considered calling it quits. The eagle was never gone, it was simply gathering strength, ready to soar once again and shake the metal world with an album that confidently claims its place among the top tier of heavy and power metal.

“Again, outta my way, I am the Primal Fear! No one can stop me and I’m gonna hunt you tonight, I’m your worst nightmare whenever you are trying to fool me!” states Scheepers.

Watch the new lyric video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4B6XH5zeEU

Lyric video produced by Ingo Spörl (Omni Sensus Media)

Domination was recorded at Dennis Ward’s Kangaroo Studios (HELLOWEEN, ANGRA etc.) in autumn 2024, produced by Mat Sinner and co-produced by Ralf Scheepers as well as Magnus Karlsson. Rounded off by multiple PRIMAL FEAR mixing/mastering engineer Jacob Hansen (AMORPHIS, VOLBEAT etc.) at his own studios in Denmark, the album artwork was designed by Death.Milk.Designs.

Domination – Track Listing:
01. The Hunter
02. Destroyer
03. Far Away
04. I Am The Primal Fear
05. Tears Of Fire
06. Heroes And Gods
07. Hallucinations
08. Eden [feat. Melissa Bonny of AD INFINITUM]
09. Scream
10. The Dead Don’t Die
11. Crossfire
12. March Boy March
13. A Tune I Won’t Forget
Bonus Track [physical only; excl. jewel case-CD]
14. Bridges Will Burn

More from Domination:
“Far Away” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ed7iHIFNP0Y
“The Hunter” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yB34xHElQ80
“Tears Of Fire” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWwtxnDjdBw

Photo credit: Roland Guth

L-R:
André Hilgers (drums), Magnus Karlsson (guitars), Ralf Scheepers (vocals),
Thalìa Bellazecca (guitars), Mat Sinner (bass, vocals)

PRIMAL FEAR live:
Domination Tour 2025
w/ ELEINE
Presented by Metal Hammer, musix, Rock Antenne, Rock It!, Break Out & ITM
05.09.2025 DE Hamburg – Markthalle
06.09.2025 DE Leipzig – Anker
07.09.2025 DE Bochum – Zeche
09.09.2025 DE Aschaffenburg – Colos-Saal

10.09.2025 DE Munich – Backstage
12.09.2025 DE Memmingen – Kaminwerk
13.09.2025 DE Mannheim – Capitol
14.09.2025 DE Regensburg-Obertraubling – Eventhall Airport
16.09.2025 CH Pratteln – Konzertfabrik Z7
18.09.2025 DE Berlin – Hole 44
19.09.2025 DE Naila – Frankenhalle
20.09.2025 DE Stuttgart – Im Wizemann (Halle)
21.09.2025 BE Sint-Niklaas – De Casino
23.09.2025 NL Amstelveen – P60
25.09.2025 PL Warsaw – Stodola
26.09.2025 CZ Prague – MeetFactory
27.09.2025 CZ Zlín – Masters of Rock Café
30.09.2025 ES Madrid – Mon
01.10.2025 ES Murcia – Garaje
03.10.2025 ES Barcelona – Salamandra
04.10.2025 ES Pamplona – Sala Totem

Info & Tickets:https://primalfear.de/tour

25./26.04.2026 BR São Paulo – Bangers Open Air *NEW*
21. – 23.08.2026 PT Pindelo dos Milagres – Milagre Metaleiro Open Air *NEW*

More on PRIMAL FEAR:
primal-fear.de | Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | RPM

Source: C Squared Music

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THE CULT Announce Vinyl Reissues Of Choice Of Weapon And Hidden City – Out OCTOBER 17 Via Cooking Vinyl

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock albums, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on September 4, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

PRE-ORDERS AVAILABLE NOW: https://thecult.lnk.to/reissuesPR

NORTH AMERICAN TOUR FEATURING TWO SETS (DEATH CULT/THE CULT) BEGINS OCTOBER 9

Sept. 4, 2025 – The Cult reissue two of their acclaimed albums, Choice of Weapon and Hidden City, on vinyl on Oct. 17 via Cooking Vinyl.

Originally released in 2012 and 2016 respectively, the albums form part of a trilogy that witnessed the rebirth of the band with Record Collector dubbing Choice of Weapon “their best album in years,” and The Guardian noting Hidden City features “the strongest Cult songs in years” in a four-star review.

Available now for pre-order, Choice of Weapon arrives as a 2LP limited-edition color-in-color effect vinyl (LP1: red/black vinyl, LP2: purple.black vinyl). Hidden City has been newly remastered for vinyl by Justin Shturtz at Sterling Sound and is presented as a 2LP set (LP1: red vinyl and LP2: white vinyl).

Choice of Weapon was recorded in the California desert with Chris Goss (Queens of the Stone Age, Masters of Reality) at the helm and finished by long-time collaborator Bob Rock who first worked with the band on Sonic Temple. Driven by the lead single “For the Animals,” Choice of Weapon earned iTunes’ Rock Album of the Year in 2012 and debuted at #1 on the UK Rock Chart. Out of print since the original pressing, it has become one of The Cult’s most sought-after modern releases.

Hidden City, The Cult’s tenth studio album was also produced by Rock. Introduced by the sonic assault of “Dark Energy,” the 12-track collection is a master class in space and time, showcasing a band in its absolute prime.

The band embarks on a North American tour next month, with the special performances featuring two sets each night: one from the band’s post-punk origins as Death Cult, and another spanning The Cult’s stories discography. Tickets are on-sale now via TheCult.us. Patriarchy opens as special guests.

October 9 Niagara Falls, ON OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino
October 11 Boston, MA Orpheum Theatre
October 14 New York, NY Beacon Theatre
October 15 Washington, DC Warner Theatre
October 17 Charlotte, NC Ovens Auditorium
October 18 Atlanta, GA Cobb Energy Center
October 20 Fort Worth, TX Will Rogers Auditorium
October 21 San Antonio, TX Majestic Theatre
October 24 Las Vegas, NV The Pearl
October 25 Phoenix, AZ Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum
October 27 San Francisco, CA The Warfield
October 29 San Diego, CA The Sound
October 30 Los Angeles, CA The Shrine Auditorium

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U.S. Black ‘N Rollers, VALLETTA, to Release Bitter Lucid Truth EP on Lifeforce Records | “Cold Death” Single Out Now!

Posted in Black and Roll, Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on September 4, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Raleigh (NC) – U.S. Black ‘N Rollers, Valletta, have signed to Lifeforce Records and are set to release new EP, Bitter Lucid Truth, on October 24.

There’s a palpable sense of urgency in Bitter Lucid Truth. Valletta’s second proper release embraces what guitarist and singer Keenan Carroll describes as “anger, repulsion and intolerance toward the current political landscape.” But for all its confrontational inspiration, it’s also one of the year’s most thrilling metal releases.

With Bitter Lucid Truth, the Raleigh, N.C. quartet of Carroll, drummer Justin Valletta, bassist Cody Rogers, and guitarist/backing vocalist Will Goodyear, churn negative emotions into forceful, dynamic and “just genuinely pissed-off” outbursts that are equally searing and soaring. 

This should come as no surprise from the veteran troupe, whose collective resume spans a heavy spectrum from sludge to prog to black metal, in bands including Lord Almighty, Barishi, Mo’ynoq, Prayer for Cleansing, and Between the Buried And Me. And, indeed, Valletta’s 2024 debut, Summer, (Forcefield Records), defined a compelling hybrid of anthemic melody and bitter vitriol. But while Summer slung big riffs and even bigger hooks, Bitter Lucid Truth wields them like weapons.

The EP’s first single, “Cold Death,” is available now at: youtu.be/e7r4ew9LZuc

“Aggressor” and “Cold Death” fuses the melodic impulses that have drawn comparisons to Tribulation and Kvelertak with a harsher, more belligerent approach more akin to Tragedy’s bold and defiantly melodic neo-crust. This is perhaps most apparent in the EP’s closing salvo, “Spitting the Word,” which answers “Doing Well’s” comparatively reflective tone with a vicious exclamation point. Of the song’s intent, Carroll says, “It’s time to speak your mind. No more thought paralysis.”

Managing to capture a boiling rage with a more dynamic and expansive approach to songwriting, Bitter Lucid Truth is a massive leap forward for the already ascendant band. Expect to see these vicious anthems take on a new life when Valletta brings them to the stage. 

Visit orcd.co/valletta_colddeathto stream “Cold Death” on your preferred digital platform!

Track Listing:

1. Blood and Jesus

2. Cold Death

3. Aggressor

4. Doing Well

5. Spitting the Word

Bitter Lucid Truth will be available on limited 12″ splatter vinyl, CD Digipak, ultra-limited cassette , and digital formats. Pre-order/Pre-save the EP at: https://orcd.co/valletta_blt

U.S. tours are planned for October of this year, surrounding the EP’s October release. In 2026, Valletta will accompany a European tour with a re-release of Summer also expected through Lifeforce Records.

Line-Up:

Justin Valletta – Drums
Cody Rogers – Bass
Keenan Carroll – Guitar & Lead Vocals
Will Goodyear – Guitar & Backing Vocals

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RITUAL MASS – Cascading Misery, The Debut LP By Ominous Pittsburgh Death Metal Quartet, Now Streaming In Its Entirety | Album To Be Released This Friday On 20 Buck Spin

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on September 3, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

photos by J. Adams

Stream RITUAL MASS’ Cascading Misery HERE.

Cascading Misery, the suffocating and ominous debut album from Pittsburgh-based death metal quartet RITUAL MASS, is now streaming ahead of its release this Friday on 20 Buck Spin.

The debut full-length album from RITUAL MASS is more than a collection of songs, it’s a series of calculated assaults on the virtue of the holy. Evolving beyond earlier EP and demo releases, Cascading Misery encapsulates the bludgeoning infliction of pain and the slow peel of skin by flame, rife with both sonic chaos and extinguished hope.

From the outset of album opener “Obsidian Mirror,” the atmosphere is oppressive, thick with a suffocating malaise. There is a sense of something ceremonial at work but not in a way that seeks communion. Rather it’s ordeal as sacrament. Riffs strangle and churn into convulsive submission, oscillating from slow agony to psychotic break, over which a guttural lament so savage it freezes the blood is wrenched through dungeon stone.

Each track unfolds like time spent in isolation, bound by chains, the mind slowly unraveling and surrounded by memories of torment both real and imagined. By the time the epic 14-minute album closer “Disquiet” dissipates into a mass of formless static, RITUAL MASS has dragged you into a world where suffering is not an end but a condition of existence. Cascading Misery is music for the dissolution of hope, the terror of being, and the long march toward death.

Cascading Misery was engineered by Greg Wilkinson at Mr. Smalls Recording Studio in Pittsburgh, with vocal tracking engineered by John Kerr, and mixed/mastered by Wilkinson at his Earhammer Studios in Oakland (Ulthar, Autopsy, Undergang, Vastum). The cover painting, logo, and layout were done by RITUAL MASS’s P. Trona with additional artwork by Bo Orr and Erik Von Bartholomaus and 35mm photography by J. Adams.

Stream RITUAL MASS’ Cascading Misery in its consuming entirety early on YouTube RIGHT HERE.

The signing of RITUAL MASS to the 20 Buck Spin roster marks the first band from the label’s current base in Pittsburgh. For fans of Vastum, Krypts, Phrenelith, Master, Incantation, Abhorrence, Funebrarum, and Disembowelment, RITUAL MASS must be heard.

photos by J. Adams

Cascading Misery will be released on LP, CD, MC, and digitally this Friday, September 5th. Find preorder options at the 20 Buck Spin webshop HERE and Bandcamp HERE.

RITUAL MASS Live:

10/02/2025 Brillobox – Pittsburgh, PA *Cascading Misery record release show

RITUAL MASS is booking new dates in support of Cascading Misery, including a hometown release show for the album on October 2nd. Watch for further details and dates to be posted.

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MACHINE HEAD Festivals – September, October & December 2025 | Dates, Cities, Ticket Info Listed

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

MACHINE HEAD FESTIVALS:

TICKETS: https://www.machinehead1.com/pages/tour

SEPTEMBER 2025:
🇺🇸 20th • Louder Than Life, Louisville, KY

OCTOBER 2025:
🇺🇸 5th • Aftershock @ Discovery Park, Sacramento, CA

DECEMBER 2025:
🇦🇺 5th • Good Things – Melbourne, Australia
🇦🇺 6th • Good Things – Sydney, Australia
🇦🇺 7th • Good Things – Brisbane, Australia

Source: Machine Head Bandsintown

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HELSTAR – Unveil New Single “The Devil’s Masquerade” & Announce The Devil’s Masquerade Tour 2025

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

Today Texas metal legends HELSTAR unveil their new single, “The Devil’s Masquerade.” The track marks another powerful chapter in the band’s legacy of dark, heavy, and thought-provoking music.

Speaking about the inspiration behind the song, frontman James Rivera reveals: “Such as the title track, The Devil’s Masquerade is about the movie Annabel and not the devil. However, in the third line of the last verse, it says ‘It’s 3 in the morning, your heart starts to race.’ What a lot of people don’t know is that 3 in the morning is the real evilest time of the night, when the devil or an entity of evil most likely will appear, not midnight.”

With haunting riffs, relentless rhythms, and Rivera’s unmistakable vocals, “The Devil’s Masquerade”showcases HELSTAR at their most intense and uncompromising. The video complements the song’s chilling atmosphere, delivering a visual journey as powerful as the music itself.

“The Devil’s Masquerade” is now available on all major streaming platforms.

STREAM/PURCHASE THE SONG HERE: https://save-it.cc/massacre/the-devils-masquerade

HELSTAR will release their long-awaited 11th studio album, The Devil’s Masquerade on September 12th, 2025 through Massacre Records. The album will be available as a limited Mediabook, Ltd. Vinyl LP in various colors, and digital formats. Pre-orders: https://save-it.cc/massacre/the-devils-masquerade-album

Track listing:
1. Avernus
2. The Devil’s Masquerade
3 Stygian Miracles
4. Carcass For A King
5. The Staff Of Truth
6. Seek Out Your Sins
7. The Haunting Mirror
8. The Black Wall
9. Suerte De Muleta
10. I Am The Way

HELSTAR are set to unleash their power across Europe this winter with their new trek: The Devil’s Masquerade Tour 2025. Known for their fiery blend of classic heavy metal and thrash intensity, HELSTAR will bring their crushing live energy to fans in Greece, Slovenia, Italy, Germany, Belgium and Spain.

Fronted by the iconic James Rivera, HELSTAR promises an unforgettable setlist spanning their storied career, packed with fan favorites and deep cuts alike. This tour marks another chapter in the band’s relentless mission to keep true heavy metal alive on European stages.

The Devil’s Masquerade Tour 2025:
28.11.2025 – Greece, Thessaloniki, Eightball
29.11.2025 – Greece, Athens, An Club
30.11.2025 – Greece, Agrinio, Metal Union
03.12.2025 – Slovenia, Medvode, Klub Jedro
04.12.2025 – Italy, Torino, El Barrio
06.12.2025 – Germany, Oberhausen, Helvete
07.12.2025 – Belgium, Diest, Hell
08.12.2025 – Germany, Munchen, Backstage
09.12.2025 – Germany, Stuttgart, Der Schwarze Keiler
11.12.2025 – Spain, Madrid, Sala Silikona
12.12.2025 – Spain, Valencia, Sala Zulu
13.12.2025 – Spain, Barcelona, Sala Lennon’s
14.12.2025 – Spain, Portugalete, Sala Groove

The Devil’s Masquerade marks a powerful return to the band’s roots, bringing back the classic creative chemistry between James Rivera (vocals) and Larry Barragan (guitars). The album was produced and mixed by Barragan at Hombre Malo Studios, and mastered by Robert Colwell at Colwell Mastering.

Lyrically, The Devil’s Masquerade dives deep into tales of vampirism, demonic possession, and mankind’s downfall – drawing inspiration from cult horror films and series such as Annabelle, Midnight Mass, The Exorcist: Pope, and even classic Twilight Zone episodes. Each track tells a story, blending myth, horror, and symbolism with HELSTAR’s trademark power. 

The song “I Am The Way” features an all-star guest appearance by iconic Texas metal voices Robert Lowe, Jason McMaster, Travis Willis, George Call, Mike Soliz, Christopher Salinas, Drew Brown, Jeff Vandenburg, and Christian Larson.

Frontman James Rivera states: “All I can say is that this album is every Helstar fan’s dream come true. Larry and I went back to the old-school way of working together, and you can hear that energy from the very first track. We’ve taken the bull by the horns, and we can’t wait for everyone to experience the magic we’ve always created.”

From their classic debut Burning Star (1984) to milestones like Nosferatu (1989), and more recent releases such as This Wicked Nest (2014) and Vampiro (2016), HELSTAR have carved a unique and enduring legacy in US heavy metal. With The Devil’s Masquerade, the band once again proves their legendary status, delivering a fierce and uncompromising new chapter.

HELSTAR are:
James Rivera – vocals
Larry Barragan – guitars
Mikey Lewis – drums
Garrick Smith – bass
Alan DeLeon JR. – guitars

HELSTAR online:
https://www.facebook.com/Helstar.Metal/
https://www.instagram.com/helstarofficial/

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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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RISING STEEL – New Album, Legion Of The Grave, Out Now Via Frontiers Music s.r.l.

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

Rising Steel have released their new studio album Legion Of The Grave, out now via Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate, they share the new single and accompanying visualizer, “Nightmare”, available now.

Watch the official visualizer for “Nightmare” HERE

Buy/Stream Legion Of The Grave HERE

Lead vocalist Emmanuelson described the new single by saying: “This third single from the new album transports us into a feeling between a sharp hard rock and the heavy of the 80’s revisited with Rising Steel sauce. This song is a perfect balance between power and melody, ultimately pure Rising Steel!”

About the album, the band commented: “Sharpened in both sound and spirit, we returned to a more old-school heavy metal approach – without losing the raw energy and intensity that have long defined our style. Every track hits with precision, driven by razor-sharp riffs, commanding vocals, and an organic production that channels the true passion of real metal.”

“The album explores darker and more introspective themes, focusing on lost identity, inner struggles, and the strength to rise again. With a mix of raw emotion and powerful imagery, we aim to take the listener on a journey through personal battles that reflect broader human experiences. It’s both a statement of resistance and a search for meaning”, they added.

Line Up:
Emmanuelson – Vocals
Steel Zard – Drums
Tony Steel – Guitars
Steff Leadmaster – Lead guitars
Stone warrior – Bass

Rising Steel‘s new album, Legion Of The Grave is their fourth full-length studio effort and it sees the French metallers playing as ferociously as ever, while continuing to evolve their heavy and aggressive sound.

The album was recorded in France by Mathieu Gaud and Steel Zard at Studio de la Plaine (KNT) and Lezard Studio. Mixing duties were handled by Staffan Karlsson and Rickard Bengtsson at Sweetspot Studio in Sweden, known for their work with bands like Meshuggah and Arch Enemy. It was mastered by the renowned Mika Jussila at Finnvox Studios in Finland, ensuring a production that’s as powerful and precise as the music itself.

Legion Of The Grave – Track-list:

1.    Betrayer
2.    King Of The Universe
3.    Black Martin
4.    Legion Of The Grave
5.    Nightmare
6.    Venomous
7.    Messiah Of Death
8.    Dead Mind
9.    Trapped In A Soul’s Garden
10.   Night Vision

Based in Grenoble, France, Rising Steel deliver a “not so” classical heavy metal experience, drawing strong influence from the ‘80s NWOBHM movement, as well as elements of hard rock and thrash. With nods to iconic bands like Judas Priest and Iron Maiden, their music also appeals to fans of Metallica, Accept, Saxon, Grand Magus, Nevermore, and Slayer.

Following the release of their debut EP Warlord (2014) and the full-length album Return Of The Warlord (2016), the band gained traction by sharing stages with acts such as Jaded Heart, Sister Sin, Nightmare, ADX, Nashville Pussy, and Annihilator. This helped increase their international visibility. 

Their second and third albums, Fight Them All and Beyond The Gates Of Hell, both released via Frontiers Music Srl, further cemented their reputation in the European metal scene.

Now, with Legion Of The Grave, Rising Steel return with an explosive offering full of crushing riffs, high-speed rhythms, and no-compromise heavy metal power. It’s a must listen for headbangers seeking pure, unfiltered metal mayhem.

Source: Frontiers Music s.r.l.

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Finnr’s Cane Unveils Fourth Album: Self-Titled Debut With Nordvis Produktion

Posted in Black Metal, black metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on September 1, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

The mystic Canadians Finnr’s Cane return with their self-titled fourth album, a haunting and introspective journey through the frozen landscapes of the mind. Available now, the album marks their debut with renowned Swedish label Nordvis Produktion, and is a powerful continuation of their unique blend of atmospheric black metal, doom, and ambient music.

Hailing from the icy expanse of Sudbury, Ontario, Finnr’s Cane has always operated on the fringes, letting their music speak for itself. The band has forged a distinctive sound by forgoing a traditional bass in favor of the melancholic, resonant tones of a cello. This unconventional instrumentation, combined with an improvisational songwriting approach, creates an organic, almost ritualistic quality to their music.

Their new album, arriving just in time for the end of summer and rise of the autumn, delves deep into themes of nature, introspection, and the spiritual connection to the land. It is an album that unfolds slowly, building from somber acoustic passages to powerful, distorted crescendos. The cello remains a central pillar, providing a deep, mournful resonance that sets their sound apart. 

For fans of Agalloch, Wolves in the Throne Room, and Fen. This record is a compelling exploration of liminal spaces and the sacred elements of the wilderness.

Finnr’s Cane is available worldwide on all major streaming platforms and Bandcamp now.

Physical Release Information:

  • Rest of the World: The physical release for non-European countries will follow on September 19th with the launch of a new official Nordvis store based in the United States. Further details will be announced in the coming weeks.

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AGNOSTIC FRONT – Announces December American Tour | Dates, Cities, Venues Listed

Posted in crossover thrash, hardcore, hardcore bands, hardcore punk, Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on September 1, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

From Agnostic Front Facebook:

We are excited to announce our American Tour 2025 with special guests Raw Brigade and Violent Way! Shows on sale NOW!!

For tickets visit:
http://www.AgnosticFront.com

Art by Hellgate Industries

See you soon in the pit!

Dec. 4 Cambridge, MA @ The Middle East
Dec. 5 Atlantic City, NJ @ Anchor Rock Club
Dec. 6 NYC, NY @ Irving Plaza
Dec. 9 Richmond, VA @ The Canal Club
Dec. 10 Columbia, SC @ New Brookland Tavern
Dec. 11 Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade (Hell)
Dec. 12 Melbourne, FL @ Pineapples (Moon Room)
Dec. 13 Miami, FL @ Gramps
Dec. 14 Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum
Dec. 15 Jacksonville, FL @ The Albatross
Dec. 16 Greenville, SC @ Radio Room
Dec. 17 Wilmington, NC @ Reggie’s 42nd Street Tavern
Dec. 18 Raleigh, NC @ The Pour House
Dec. 19 Lynchburg, VA @ Super Rad Arcade
Dec. 20 Altoona, PA @ McGarvey’s Bar & Grill
Dec. 21 Allentown, PA @ Archer Music Hall (Arrow)

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WARLORD – Returning To Greece & Cyprus Late September 2025 For 3 Highly Anticipated Shows

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on September 1, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

September 27th: Into Battle Fest – Kyttaro, Athens 

September 28th: Eightball – Thessaloniki 

September 29th: Downtown Live, Nicosia

Watch WARLORD – “Lost Archangel” (OFFICIAL VIDEO) 
HERE

Warlord The Lost Archangel – Order Album at High Roller Records:
https://www.hrrecords.de/WARLORD

When William J. Tsamis, founder of legendary epic metal masters Warlord, sadly passed away on the 13th of May 2021, at the age of only 60, it looked as if the premature death of one of the most creative forces in American metal had come. However, Warlord bounced back in 2024, with a new line-up and a brand new highly acclaimed studio album entitled Free Spirit Soar (High Roller Records).

This was quickly followed by From The Ashes To The Archives – The Hot Pursuit Continues, a limited edition release to mark the occasion of the band’s festival appearances in 2024 with returning Warlord vocalist Giles Lavery. (who also sings for Jack Starr and Alcatrazz).

With a new studio album in the bag, it was time for the “reborn” Warlord to hit the road. In the summer of 2024, they appeared at Trveheim (Germany), Golden R Festival (Greece), Pyrenean Warriors (France) and Metalitalia (Italy).

It was the band’s idea to give their loyal following a something extra in return for their loyalty, as Giles Lavery explains: “We wanted to do something special and also something I don’t think anyone else has ever done before – release and “give away” an exclusive ‘free download’ song to mark each festival stop on the tour, four of them in one month. The reactions at these shows was again something that exceeded our expectations, people singing every word with us, the energy and response from the festival crowds was amazing.”

The songs we are talking about are “Golgotha (Place Of The Skull)”, “The Rainbow”, “Lost Archangel” and “Stygian Passage”. All four can be found now in physical form on Warlord‘s new release The Lost Archangel.

The singer goes into more detail: “They are brand new recordings: but ‘The Rainbow’ is an old Warlord demo from the very early 80s, which was recorded back then, so we re-recorded it in 2024. The other three songs were compositions Bill released on his Lordian Guard albums in the 90s, that we ‘Warlordized’ also in 2024. These were the last three Lordian Guard songs that we felt we could bring over to Warlord, so we thought why not release them this way as free downloads.”

“Almost directly after we released them free we were asked if we were going to issue these in physical format. Apart from these four new songs, The Lost Archangel also features a wealth of older and more recent live recordings as well several studio re-workings of historic Warlord material.”

Track-listing: The Lost Archangel:
01 Golgotha (The Place of the Skull) 
02 The Rainbow 
03 Lost Archangel 
04 Stygian Passage 
05 Enemy Mind (2025) 
06 70,000 Sorrows (2013/2025) 
07 Night of the Fury (2013/2025) 
08 Father (Live in Athens 2013) 
09 Glory (Live in Athens 2013) 
10 Soliloquy (Live in Athens 2013) 
11 Lucifer’s Hammer (Live 2024) 
12 Black Mass (Live 2024) 
13 Child of the Damned (Live 2024) 

Produced by Giles Lavery, Thomas Mergler & Eric Juris

Note: The vinyl edition also includes the previously “CD only” bonus track “Twin” from the CD edition of Free Spirit Soar.

Warlord:
Giles Lavery – Vocals 1-13
Eric Juris – Guitars 1-5 / 11-13
Diego Pires – Guitars 1-5 / 11-13
Jimmy Waldo – Keys 1-5 / 11-13
Philip Bynoe – Bass 1-13
William J Tsamis – Guitars 6-10
Mark Zonder – Drums

Online:
WARLORD Facebook: www.facebook.com/OfficialWarlord
WARLORD YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Warlord_Band
HIGH ROLLER Website: https://www.hrrecords.de 
HIGH ROLLER Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hrrecords

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URSAWRATH – Debut Album Emergence Out Now

Posted in Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on August 31, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Seattle (WA) – Progressive thrashers URSAWRATH have officially unleashed their debut album: Emergence.

The album is now available on all major platforms. Listen now on: Bandcamp, Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Music.

With Emergence, this Seattle-based quartet blends intricate song structure with unbridled aggression for an album that makes one simple statement – URSAWRATH has arrived.

Watch the official music video for album opener “Thawed by Hell’s Flames” at: youtu.be/8ICs8eZZ7DA

Emergence – Track List:

1. Thawed By Hell’s Flames

2. Rot

3. Thrive in Destruction and Death

4. In the Abyss

5. Lies

6. And the Reckoning

7. Echo Chamber

8. Glass Tower

9. Sentenced to Life

10. Unstoppable

Emergence was recorded by USRAWRATH, and mixed and mastered by Max Barber of Singular Path Audio. Artwork by Riaj Gragoth (www.luciferiumwargraphics.com).

Photo Credit: Samantha (The Metal Witch) Jones

URSAWRATH was founded by vocalist and bassist Adam Schaefer in September 2023 after relocating to Seattle to pursue music and form a new band. To recruit members, Schaefer recorded a four-song demo featuring early versions of “Thawed by Hell’s Flames,” “In the Abyss,” “Echo Chamber” and “Sentenced to Life.”

Shortly after, guitarists DJ and Lucas Robertson joined the fold, and the trio began rehearsing and refining material. Drummer Maximilian Onsager completed the lineup in spring 2024.

With the full band in place, URSAWRATH began writing new material and reworking the demo tracks, adding guitar solos, updated arrangements, and new drum parts. They started performing live around Seattle in May 2024 to establish themselves in the local scene.

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Source: ClawHammer PR

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ECLIPSE Announces New Shows Of The MEGALOMANIUM TOUR 2025 | Special Guests: Reach + Andy and the Rockets

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, hard rock music, hard rock news, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on August 30, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Swedish Hard Rock giants Eclipse are finally back on the road with the announcement of their brand-new Megalomanium Tour 2025. A journey that will take them through Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Belgium, Switzerland, and Italy, this tour is more than just a series of shows, it’s a celebration of everything that makes Eclipse one of the most thrilling Rock bands of our time.

For over two decades, Eclipse have built their reputation on a sound that perfectly balances melody and power. Led by an unmistakable sound and a creative vision, the band has grown into a global force, capable of filling festival fields at Wacken, Download and Sweden Rock, sharing the stage with legendary acts like Aerosmith, Def Leppard and playing all over the World. This tour is the perfect opportunity for fans to experience that power up close, in the heat and intensity of Europe’s most iconic clubs.

Alongside them on the road, Eclipse are bringing two names that represent the vibrant wave of Swedish Hard Rock. 

Reach, with a mix of contemporary and classic Rock sounds, have carved their own path on the European scene, standing out as one of the most creative and ambitious acts of their generation. Their latest album, Prophecy, showcases their adventurous spirit, a genre-fluid blend of theatrical arrangements, introspective lyrics, and spellbinding melodies.

Andy and the Rockets, on the other hand, embody the raw spirit of Hard Rock with a modern twist. Their songs are direct and loud, fueled by an energy that has quickly made them one of the most talked-about bands in Scandinavia. With their new album Casino set for release this October 2025, Andy and the Rockets are stepping onto this tour ready to ignite the stage with their explosive energy.

The Megalomanium Tour 2025 is Eclipse at their very best, powerful, unstoppable, and ready to turn every night into the Music triumph.

Buy your tickets here: eclipsemerch.com

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andyandtherockets.com 

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