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GOTTHARD – Unleash New Single & Video “Thunder & Lightning” | Stereo Crush Now Available For Pre-Order

Posted in Hard Rock, hard rock bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on January 18, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Swiss hard rock legends GOTTHARD have kicked off the new year with the release of their second single, “Thunder & Lightning,” from their upcoming 12-track studio album Stereo Crush. As the world remains blanketed in snow, this new track spreads spring fever with its uplifting leads and emotionally charged storyline about love, quickly capturing the hearts of fans and heightening anticipation for the band’s eagerly awaited new album.

Secure your copy [digipak-CD, jewelcase-CD, red marbled vinyl, digital] or pre-save Stereo Crush now, here: https://gotthard.rpm.link/stereocrushPR

Today, alongside the worldwide launch of pre-orders, GOTTHARD are also excited to reveal the cover artwork for Stereo Crush, set to hit the shelves on March 21, 2025 via RPM. The artwork, designed by Thomas Ewerhard, who has previously collaborated with the band, perfectly encapsulates the album’s themes of honesty, rawness, and a broad spectrum of emotions.

Freddy [Scherer; guitars] came to my house with the musical idea for this song. We started there and came up with the structure and the vocal melodies together and recorded the demo there. I then spent quite some time figuring out lyrics. The sound of the chorus riff somehow sounded electric to me, and I was thinking of words like ‘lightning’ and thunder’ etc…and then I thought of the concept of how lightning never strikes twice but in this case it does, using this as a metaphor for love. Also in French, which I’m fluent in, you can say that ‘love at first sight’ is like getting hit by a bolt of lightning,” singer Nic Maeder sheds light on the track’s creation.

Watch the music video: https://youtu.be/Z1swDgrXvxo
Listen to “Thunder & Lightning”: https://gotthard.rpm.link/thunderPR

After releasing two singles, there’s no real doubt that GOTTHARD are more than ready for the future with Stereo Crush! Decorated with a powerful and contemporary production, the album delivers a series of big anthems but also a few surprises which help the Swiss icons to improve their DNA fresh and to spice up the essence of their trademark sound in an exciting way. It’s clear like Swiss glacier water: 2025 belongs to GOTTHARD!

Stereo Crush – Track Listing:

01. AI & I
02. Thunder & Lightning
03. Rusty Rose
04. Burning Bridges
05. Drive My Car
06. Boom Boom
07. Life
08. Liverpool
09. Shake Shake
10. Devil In The Moonlight
11. Dig A Little Deeper
12. These Are The Days

Photo credit: Manuel Schütz
L-R:
Freddy Scherer (guitars), Marc Lynn (bass), Nic Maeder (vocals),
Flavio Mezzodi (drums), Leo Leoni (guitars)

Produced and mixed by long-time partner Charlie Bauerfeind, who’s known for his work with the likes of HELLOWEEN and BLIND GUARDIAN, alongside founding member Leo Leoni at Yellowhouse Studio, and mastered by Sascha “Busy” Bühren (TrueBusyness), with artwork once again provided by Thomas Ewerhard (AVANTASIA etc.), Stereo Crush promises to set new standards which will additionally come to shine on the band’s forthcoming touring cycle: GOTTHARD will be touring in May, accompanied by special guests Y&T, rounded off by select festival and headline dates during the course of the year. The band’s current live schedule and ticket info can be found below!

More from Stereo Crush:
“Boom Boom” OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vKHkfiegtg

Info & Tickets: https://www.gotthard.com/tourdates/

GOTTHARD live:

Stereo Crush Tour 2025

21.05.2025 DE Saarbücken – Garage (w/ ECLIPSE) NEW

Special Guests: Y&T
Presented by Metal Hammer, Classic Rock, musix,
Rock Antenne, powermetal.de & Bottom Row
23.05.2025 DE Bochum – RuhrCongress
24.05.2025 DE Geiselwind – Music Hall
25.05.2025 DE Frankfurt – Batschkapp
27.05.2025 DE Hamburg – Große Freiheit 36
29.05.2025 DE Munich – Circus Krone
30.05.2025 DE Filderstadt – FILharmonie
31.05.2025 AT Telfs – Rathaussaal

14.06.2025 ES Zamora – Z! Live Rock
27.06.2025 CH Basel – Summerstage (w/ KROKUS)
28.06.2025 DE Ehingen – Martkplatz (w/ KROKUS) NEW
20.07.2025 CH Locarno – Moon&Stars (“Steve Lee – The Show”) NEW
22.07.2025 DE Regensburg – Piazza im Gewerbepark
06.08.2025 CH Zofingen – Heitere (w/ Orchestra) NEW
10.08.2025 DE Tettnang – Schlossgarten (w/ KROKUS) NEW
19.12.2025 CH Bern – Festhalle (w/ KROKUS)
20.12.2025 CH Zurich – The Hall (w/ KROKUS)

Source: C Squared Music

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GRAVE DIGGER – 45th Anniversary Tour Europe | Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

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

45th Anniversary Tour: 17.01.25 · (DE) München // Backstage
18.01.25 · (DE) Glauchau // Alte Spinnerei
23.01.25 · (DE) Stuttgart // Im Wizemann
24.01.25 · (DE) Hamburg // Markthalle
25.01.25 · (DE) Andernach // JUZ Live Club
26.01.25 · (CH) Pratteln // Z7 Konzertfabrik
30.01.25 · (DE) Aschaffenburg // Colos-Saal
31.01.25 · (DE) Nürnberg // Hirsch
01.02.25 · (DE) Memmingen // Kaminwerk
02.02.25 · (DE) Mannheim // 7er Club
05.02.25 · (DE) Hannover // MusikZentrum
06.02.25 · (DE) Berlin // Hole 44
07.02.25 · (DE) Neuruppin // Kulturhaus
08.02.25 · (DE) Essen // Turock

17.04.25 · (DE) Blieskastel-Bierbach // Pirminiushalle
03.05.25 · (DE) Wilferdingen // No Playback Festival
10.05.25 · (DE) Gladbeck // Metal Bash Open Air
30.05.25 · (DE) Oberscheidweiler // Resäcker Open Air
11.07.25 · (DE) Bissingen // Wisdom Tooth Festival
12.07.25 · (DE) Balingen // RVBang Festival
18.07.25 · (IT) Cremona // Luppolo In Rock
30.07. – 02.08.25 · (DE) Wacken // Wacken Open Air
29.08.25 · (DK) Næstved // Næstved Metalfest

Source: RPM-ROAR

Visit RPM ROAR online: 

Homepage: https://www.roar-records.de

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

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Rivers of Nihil Announces North American Headlining Tour with Holy Fawn, Inter Arma, and Glacial Tomb

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

Photo by Mike Truehart

RIVERS OF NIHIL will return to North American stages this Spring on a month-long headlining tour! The Aggressive Progressive Tour runs from May 22nd in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania through June 22nd in Toronto, Ontario. Support will be provided by Holy Fawn, Inter Arma, and Glacial Tomb.

The band comments, “We are stoked to bring The Aggressive Progressive tour to North America. We are also honored to have Holy Fawn, Inter Arma, and Glacial Tomb along with us. Can’t wait to see you all.“

RIVERS OF NIHIL will release their fifth full-length album later this year. The record will feature two previously released songs – “The Sub-Orbital Blues” (2023) and “Criminals” (2024) – plus eight new tracks. Stay tuned for a new single to be unveiled in the coming weeks.

Tickets and VIP packages are available now at: ron.soundrink.com. See all confirmed dates below.

RIVERS OF NIHIL w/ Holy Fawn, Inter Arma, Glacial Tomb:
5/22/2025 Underground Arts – Philadelphia, PA
5/23/2025 The Palladium (Upstairs) – Worcester, MA
5/24/2025 Rec Room – Buffalo, NY
5/25/2025 The King Of Clubs – Columbus, OH
5/27/2025 Pike Room @ Crofoot – Pontiac, MI
5/28/2025 Reggies – Chicago, IL
5/29/2025 The Cabooze – Minneapolis, MN
5/30/2025 Bourbon Theater – Lincoln, NE
5/31/2025 Bluebird Theater – Denver, CO
6/01/2025 Metro Music Hall – Salt Lake City, UT
6/03/2025 Rickshaw Theatre – Vancouver, BC
6/04/2025 El Corazon – Seattle, WA
6/05/2025 Dante’s – Portland, OR
6/06/2025 Goldfield Trading Post – Roseville, CA
6/07/2025 Teragram Ballroom – Los Angeles, CA
6/08/2025 Brick By Brick – San Diego, CA
6/10/2025 Nile – Mesa, AZ
6/11/2025 Launchpad – Albuquerque, NM
6/12/2025 Jake’s – Lubbock, TX
6/13/2025 The Rail – Ft. Worth, TX
6/14/2025 Come And Take It Live – Austin, TX
6/15/2025 Scout Bar – Houston, TX
6/17/2025 Basement East – Nashville, TN
6/18/2025 Eulogy – Asheville, NC
6/19/2025 The Canal Club – Richmond, VA
6/20/2025 The Meadows – Brooklyn, NY
6/21/2025 Fairmount Theatre – Montreal, QC
6/22/2025 Lee’s Palace – Toronto, ON

Source: Metal Blade Records

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DECAPITATED – To Kick Off North American “Nihility Tour” With INCANTATION, DARKEST HOUR, And EXMORTUS On February 4th

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on January 16, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Legendary death metal ensemble DECAPITATED is set to embark on their eagerly anticipated North American “Nihility Tour,” starting February 4, 2025, in Tampa, Florida. Fans will experience the landmark album Nihility performed live in its entirety across a 23-date trek.

Joining DECAPITATED as direct support on this monumental tour are renowned acts INCANTATION and DARKEST HOUR, with EXMORTUS slated to open each show. This lineup promises to deliver an unforgettable series of performances, combining intense energy and musical prowess.

Tour Dates and Venues:

  • Feb. 04 – Tampa, FL – The Orpheum
  • Feb. 05 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
  • Feb. 06 – Greensboro, NC – Hangar 1819
  • Feb. 07 – Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage
  • Feb. 08 – Boston, MA – Middle East Downstairs
  • Feb. 10 – New York, NY – Gramercy Theater
  • Feb. 11 – Montreal, QC – Beanfield Theatre
  • Feb. 12 – Ottawa, ON – Overflow
  • Feb. 13 – Toronto, ON – Phoenix Concert Theatre
  • Feb. 14 – Lakewood, OH – Mercury Music Lounge
  • Feb. 15 – Joliet, IL – The Forge
  • Feb. 16 – Minneapolis, MN – The Caboose
  • Feb. 18 – Denver, CO – Oriental Theater
  • Feb. 19 – Salt Lake City, UT – Metro Music Hall
  • Feb. 21 – Calgary, AB – Back Alley
  • Feb. 22 – Edmonton, AB – Starlite Room
  • Feb. 24 – Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre
  • Feb. 25 – Seattle, WA – El Corazon
  • Feb. 26 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theater
  • Feb. 27 – San Francisco, CA – DNA Lounge
  • Feb. 28 – Las Vegas, NV – House Of Blues
  • Mar. 01 – Los Angeles, CA – 1720
  • Mar. 02 – Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory

The tour announcement follows the recent addition of Eemeli Bodde, formerly of Finnish metallers MORS SUBITA, as DECAPITATED‘s new frontman. Bodde’s compelling debut at Damnation Festival’s “A Night Of Salvation” at BEC Arena in Manchester has set high expectations for his performance throughout the tour.

Tickets for all tour dates will go on sale this Friday, with special fan packages available. For more information, tour updates, and ticket sales, please visit Decapitated’s Official Website.

Source: C Squared Music

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EXODUS – Announces Return Of Rob Dukes As Lead Vocalist

Posted in Heavy Metal, melodic rock songs, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on January 15, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

From Exodus Facebook:

“EXODUS have parted ways with Steve “Zetro” Souza. We thank Steve for his years fronting the band and all the killer music we made during that time. We wish him only the best in the future and much success with anything he does.

And please help us welcome Rob Dukes back to EXODUS! We are beyond stoked to have Rob back ripping up the stage with us and he’s looking forward to crushing everything like only he can.

Next chapter begins, new record rolls along as planned and the beatings will continue.”

See you soon,
EXODUS

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KOSUKE HASHIDA – Set To Release Outrage On February 14th via Horror Pain Gore Death

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

Horror Pain Gore Death Productions are set to release the new album from Tokyo Japan’s Grinding Death/Thrash guitarist Kosuke Hashida. Outrage is up now for pre-order and will be released February 14th on CD and Digital formats along with merch.

Hailing from Tokyo Japan, Kosuke Hashida previously played guitar for the Japanese band World End Man, as well as performing live guitar duties in Abysmal Dawn. Outragepresents 11 brutal tracks blending Death Metal, Thrash Metal and Grindcore, showcasing skillful extreme aggression and vicious calculated speed on this monstrous album of hatefilled anger and brutality.

For fans of Brutal Truth, Lock Up, Napalm Death, Nasum, No/Más, Pig Destroyer, Repulsion, Rotten Sound, Slayer, Terrorizer and Wormrot.

Pre-save this release on Spotify at: https://ffm.to/outrage

Listen to the single “Killed ‘Em All” at: youtu.be/dJlOZKm0mvw

Pre-order the CD for only $10 at: https://shop.horrorpaingoredeath.com/products/kosuke-hashida-outrage-cd

Pre-order the Digital Download for only $6.66 at: https://hpgd.bandcamp.com/album/outrage

Pre-order the T-Shirt for only $15 at: https://shop.horrorpaingoredeath.com/products/kosuke-hashida-outrage-t-shirt

Pre-order the T-Shirt + CD Bundle for only $23 at: https://hpgd.bandcamp.com/merch/kosuke-hashida-outrage-t-shirt-cd-bundle

TRACK-LISTING:

1. Killed ‘Em All

2. Strangulation

3. Legitimate Murder

4. The Commandments

5. Hopeless

6. The Atonement

7. Seek & Kill

8. Corruption Of Faith

9. Hate Symbiosis

10. Knockoff

11. Hungry Again

Horror Pain Gore Death Productions:

www.horrorpaingoredeath.com

https://shop.horrorpaingoredeath.com

hpgd.bandcamp.com

Source: ClawHammer PR

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LUCIE SUE: AN ARTIST TO KNOW FOR 2025

Posted in Hard Rock, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on January 14, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

Photo credit: Xavier Ducommun-Ricoux

WATCH THE VIDEO FOR “BATTLESTATION” HERE

HELLFEST OPEN AIR FESTIVAL PERFORMANCE CONFIRMED

January 14, 2025 – A fierce new voice emerging from the intersection of punk and metal, French musician Lucie Sue and her eponymous band make their U.S. debut with the single “Battlestation.” The track arrives alongside a bold, high-energy video that captures Lucie’s rebellious spirit and unbridled charisma.

Joined by bandmates Mitch, Laura and Enzo, “Battlestation” is a perfect showcase for Lucie’s signature sound – dark, heavy riffs overlaid with Lucie’s vocals – part spoken word, part infection chorus. A powerful fusion of ’90s grunge and modern metal, “Battlestation” hits hard both sonically and lyrically, serving as a manifesto of female empowerment.

Rolling Stone France said of the track: “Direct and powerful, it mixes modern and vintage influences without forgetting the musician’s signature style…”

“Battlestation” digital single cover

A child of the MTV generation, Lucie escaped to the sounds of L7, Metallica and PJ Harvey after her cello lessons at the Lyon National Conservatory. An accomplished visual artist, she pivoted to music during the COVID lockdowns; her stylish, DIY releases quickly gaining a devout following via social media.

Already booked for Hellfest 2025, a full-length album and tour dates will come later this year (more details to be announced soon). With her distinctive style and boundless energy, Lucie Sue is poised to become one of the most exciting musical breakthroughs of 2025.

Luciesue.com

Instagram.com/iamluciesue

Facebook.com/LucieSue

Source: Speakeasy PR

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THE CIMMERIAN – An Age Undreamed Of… Out Now and Streaming!

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

Los Angeles (CA) – Doom/Thrash trio THE CIMMERIAN set a crushing tone for the new year with today’s release of An Age Undreamed Of…, the band’s first full-length album! This rogue set conjures images of high adventure and mayhem with an aggressive mix of sludgy-based rumblings, caustic fuzz-filled riffs, and sonorous war drumming that recalls High on Fire, among others.

Stream the album and purchase the CD from the band’s own Hyborian Rage Records at: thecimmerian.bandcamp.com/album/an-age-undreamed-of-2/

An Age Undreamed of… is also available on Spotify.

The 12″ colored vinyl LP version is available from Black Voodoo Records.

THE CIMMERIAN:
Bass/vocals: Nicolas Rocha
Guitars: David Gein
Drums: David Morales

The groundwork for THE CIMMERIAN was laid in 2021 by guitarist David Gein and bassist Nicholas Rocha, two-thirds of crossover thrash group Septik Onslaught. The two were writing what would become the band’s first EP when a Craigslist ad brought drummer David Morales – armed with unyielding energy and a bag of Halloween candy to the fold.

THE CIMMERIAN delivers a wall of sound that draws inspiration from the likes of Motörhead, Black Sabbath, Venom, and Gates of Slumber. Lyrical themes informed by a deep understanding of world history, mythology, and historical literature weave throughout this chainmail tapestry.

The band released their debut EP, Thrice Majestic, in the summer of 2022. By early 2023, they returned to Robert Frank’s Minor Chord Studio to record the two-track cassette/digital release, Sword & Sorcery Vol. I.

Follow THE CIMMERIAN, for it is Crom’s will. If you don’t – to hell with you!

Track Listing:

1) Shadow Kingdom
2) Neck Breaker of The Mountain
3) Silver and Gold
4) Darkwolf
5) Mournblade
6) Black Coast Tigris
7) Deathstalker
8) Monarch

Source: ClawHammer PR

facebook.com/TheCimmerianOfficial

instagram.com/thecimmerianofficial

thecimmerian.bandcamp.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

EUROPEAN TOUR DATES

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

NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES

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

More on RPM:
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Source: C Squared Music

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Canada’s MARBLE GHOSTS Unleash “Distance Between” A Blistering Anthem For Divided Times

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

Photographer Credit – Lisa Thompson (Dark Moon Productions)
L-R – Adam Hansen (Guitar), Dylan Gunnell (Vocals), Paulo Ferraz (Bass), Jer Renaud (Drums)

Sophomore EP “The Greatest Divide” Out April 2025

Marble Ghosts, the Canadian boundary pushing ensemble known for their distinctive blend of metal, grunge, and punk influences, has announced their highly anticipated second EP “The Greatest Divide” set for release on April 4, 2025. The band comments on the first, explosive single “Distance Between”:

“From the opening lyric of the EP, “Here we are in the greatest divide”, the songs explore the ever-growing rift between almost every part of modern-day society. From the rich and the shrinking middle class to widening gaps in political and religious ideologies, the EP was inspired by our reality.”

Musically, the single shows off its punk-metal roots, never relenting from beginning to end. The biting rapid-fire verses meet the band’s characteristic soaring choruses. The band shows off its guitar chops with a blistering solo that perfectly matches the song’s energy. The song crescendos with another feverish solo over top desperate screams.

The EP and the single are recommended for fans of Alter Bridge, Shinedown, and Saint Asonia.

Listen to “Distance Between” at https://youtu.be/tE-M5vDS_uk

Spotify – https://spoti.fi/40D2I4h

Bandcamp pre-order – https://marbleghosts.bandcamp.com/

Album Artwork by:
Marble Ghosts font: Crossfade Productions
EP cover art: Edith Fluet

Track Listing:

  1. Distance Between (3:38)
  2. Eat the Rich (4:16)
  3. Trafficked (The Devil Inside) (4:19)
  4. Gloom (4:24)
  5. Osmium (4:48)
    EP Length: 21:26

Band Line Up (EP)
Dylan Gunnell – Lead Vocals and Lyrics
Adam Hansen – Guitar
Paul R. Champagne – Bass
Jer Renaud – Drums

Band Line Up (Live)
Dylan Gunnell – Lead Vocals
Adam Hansen – Guitar and Backing Vocals
Paulo Ferraz – Bass
Jer Renaud – Drums

More info: Facebook.com/marbleghosts | Instagram.com/marbleghostsofficial

Source: Asher Media Relations

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BARK – Announce New Album “The Time Has Come” And Release New Single “Negativist”

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

Belgium’s most ferocious metal band BARK returns to the spotlight with their highly anticipated fifth studio album, The Time Has Come, set to be released on The 25th of April, 2025. This marks the band’s second collaboration with renowned French Metal label Listenable Records, solidifying their presence in the global scene.

The Time Has Come encapsulates BARK’s relentless energy and raw power, delivering an unapologetic onslaught of heavy riffs, thunderous drums, and guttural vocals. The album showcases the band’s evolution while staying true to the no-holds-barred sound that has earned them a devoted following.  With a mix of blistering anthems and dark, groove-laden tracks, ‘The Time Has Com’e cements BARK’s reputation as one of Europe’s most formidable forces in modern metal.

“This album is a statement,” says singer Ron Bruynseels. “We’ve poured all our passion into these songs. It’s about living the moment, confronting challenges head-on. We are telling stories that resonate with the listener because we have lived them first hand. We’re excited to unleash this beast with Listenable Records by our side again.”

Line up:
Ron Bruynseels – Vocals
Martin Furia – Guitar
Toon Huet – Guitar
Jorn Van der Straeten – Bass
Ward Van der Straeten – Drums

Recorded at their own studio Jurassic Recordings, under the guidance of guitarist Martin Furia (producer for Destruction, Nervosa, Toxik, Chemicide…) the album boasts a production that amplifies BARK’s signature sound while pushing their sonic boundaries even more to achieve their most brutal album to date.

Debut single “Negativist” out on the 12th of February, 2025 offers a glimpse into the diverse yet cohesive journey that awaits listeners.

The band describes it as “A brutal fast-paced plea to stop making bullshit excuses, living lies and embracing the mirror as your friend. BARK understands the very definition of rock bottom because they lived by the devil’s hand. Extreme situations call for extreme actions. This song is a reflection of that mentality.”

BARK will be hitting the road shortly after the release, bringing their explosive live performances to fans across Europe.

THE GREAT TRENDKILL 2025:
28.02 : Sedel – Luzern
01.03 : jubez – Karlsruhe
02.03 : Backstage – München
03.03 : MusicClub Blue Bird – Praag
04.03 : Beatpol – Dresden
05.03 : cassiopeia – Berlijn
06.03 : Havengeluid – Hamburg
07.03 : VEGA – Kopenhagen
08.03 : Vera – Groningen

30.04:30 years Kid’s, Antwerp
31.05 Skallyfest, Halle
10.08 Alcatraz Metal Festival, Kortrijk

BARK – The Time Has Come Album Track Listing:
1 Negativist
2 Shaman
3 Dodge the Bullet
4 On No One’s Word
5 Whisky Rivers
6 Faceless
7 Wanted Man
8 Seven
9 Wildheart
10 Lord Of The Skies
11 Wrath Unchained
12 The Curse From Above

Discography:
Bark ep (Self released – 2015)
Voice of Dog (Sideburn – 2016)
Like Humans Do (Sound of the Hound Records – 2017)
Written in Stone (Sound of the Hound Records – 2020)
Rambler of Aeons (Listenable – 2022)
The Time has Come (Listenable – 2025)

Source: Listenable Records

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QUEENSRŸCHE – The Origins Tour EU/UK 2025 | Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

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

QUEENSRŸCHE – THE ORIGINS TOUR EU/UK 2025
Playing The EP & The Warning In Their Entirety

Special Guests: NIGHT DEMON

31.01.25 Finland Helsinki Kulttuuritalo – SELLING FAST

02.02.25 Sweden Stockholm Fryshuset Klubben

03.02.25 Norway Oslo Rockefeller

04.02.25 Sweden Gothenburg Pustervik

06.02.25 Denmark Copenhagen Pumpehuset – SELLING FAST

07.02.25 Germany Bochum Matrix – FINAL TICKETS

08.02.25 Germany Karlsruhe Substage – SOLD OUT

09.02.25 Netherlands Eindhoven Effenaar – SOLD OUT

11.02.25 UK Manchester Academy 2

12.02.25 UK Birmingham XOYO

14.02.25 UK Bristol Marble Factory

15.02.25 UK London Electric Brixton

17.02.25 France Paris Le Trianon

18.02.25 Switzerland Zürich Komplex

19.02.25 Germany München Backstage – SELLING FAST

20.02.25 Italy Milan Magazzini Generali

22.02.25 Austria Vienna Simm City

23.02.25 Hungary Budapest Dürer Kert

25.02.25 Poland Warsaw Palladium

26.02.25 Germany Berlin Metropol

28.02.25 Germany Hamburg Fabrik – SOLD OUT

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HAUNT – Announces Spring 2025 Tour With HITTEN

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

From HAUNT Facebook:

Haunt hits the road this spring with the mighty Hitten from Spain. March and April of 2025 will feature Haunt’s return to both Hell’s Heroes in Houston, 2 Minutes To Tulsa in Oklahoma, as well as several other cities throughout the U.S. Tickets available through venue websites. GET STOKED⚡️

⛓️Spring Break 25 w/ Hitten⛓️
3/14 LOS ANGELES, CA – KNUCKLEHEAD
3/15 OCEANSIDE, CA – POUR HOUSE
3/16 LAS VEGAS, NV – SINWAVE
3/17 ALBUQUERQUE, NM – LAUNCHPAD
3/19 AUSTIN, TX • MOHAWK
3/20 SAN ANTONIO, TX – 502 BAR
3/21 HOUSTON, TX – HELL’S HEROES
3/23 NEW ORLEANS, LA • SIBERIA
3/24 PENSACOLA, FL • HANDLEBAR
3/25 ORLANDO, FL • CONDUIT
3/27 ATLANTA, GA – ALTAR AT MASQUERADE
3/28 LITTLE ROCK, AR • STICKYZ
3/29 TULSA, OK • 2 MINUTES TO TULSA
3/31 MILWAUKEE, WI – X-RAY ARCADE
4/1 CHICAGO, IL • LIVE WIRE
4/2 LAWRENCE, KS • BOTTLENECK
4/3 DENVER, CO – HQ
4/4 SALT LAKE CITY, UT • ACES HIGH
4/5 RENO, NV • CELLAR STAGE
4/6 SAN FRANCISCO, CA – BOTTOM OF THE HILL

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ELVENKING – Italian Pagan/Folk Metal Outfit Unveils Epic New Video/Single | “Reader Of The Runes – Luna” Preorders Available

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

Photo by Cunene

On April 11th, Italian pagan/folk metal masters ELVENKING will release their new full-length, Reader Of The Runes – Luna, via Reaper Entertainment. The album marks the spectacular conclusion to the Reader Of The Runes trilogy and promises to close the saga with epic melodies, dark mysticism, and untamed energy in an unforgettable way. In advance of the record’s release, today the band unveils latest single, “Luna,” along with a spectacular music video directed by Matteo Ermeti.

“Luna” serves as the emotional centerpiece of the album and perfectly embodies ELVENKING’s essence. Guitarist and songwriter Aydan describes the song as “a piece that shows ELVENKING in its purest form – epic, powerful, and filled with deep emotion.”

Watch ELVENKING‘s “Luna” video HERE. Stream the track HERE.

Watch ELVENKING‘s official visualizer for the album’s first single, “Throes Of Atonement,”HERE. 

Additionally, ELVENKING‘s brand new online shop is now live at shop.elvenking.net. Fans can find preorders for Reader Of The Runes – Luna in various formats, including CD, vinyl (with limited Splatter and Glow-In-The-Dark editions), and a luxurious boxset, available in both CD-only and CD + Marbled vinyl versions, limited to 500 copies worldwide.

With Reader Of The Runes – Luna, ELVENKING not only closes their most ambitious musical journey but also sets a new benchmark in their impressive career. Frontman Damna sums it up perfectly, “This album is the culmination of all our previous work, a project we are incredibly proud of.” Dive into the world of ELVENKING and let their unique magic enchant you!

Reader Of The Runes – Luna Track Listing:

  1. Season Of The Owl
  2. Luna
  3. Gone Epoch
  4. Stormcarrier
  5. Starbath
  6. On These Haunted Shores
  7. The Ghosting
  8. Throes Of Atonement
  9. The Weeping
  10. Reader Of The Runes – Book II

ELVENKING is currently part of the legendary Paganfest Tour in Europe and has a special treat: a limited CD single featuring the tracks “Luna” and “Throes Of Atonement.” This exclusive release is limited to 500 copies and includes a voucher, redeemable in the new shop when purchasing the album — a gift for their loyal fans.

ELVENKING:
Damna – vocals
Aydan – guitar
Headmatt – guitar
Jakob – bass
Lethien – violin
Symohn – drums

ELVENKING w/ Alestorm, Ensiferum, Týr, Heidevolk [remaining dates]:
1/10/2025 Filharmonie – Stuttgart, DE
1/11/2025 Turbinenhalle – Oberhausen, DE
1/12/2025 Huxley’s – Berlin, DE
1/13/2025 Congress Centre – Roskilde, DK
1/14/2025 Aladin – Bremen, DE
1/16/2025 O2 Academy – Birmingham, UK
1/17/2025 O2 Academy – Edinburgh, UK
1/18/2025 O2 Victoria Warehouse – Manchester, UK
1/19/2025 O2 Academy Brixton – London, UK
1/20/2025 Ancienne Belgique – Brussels, BE
1/21/2025 Schlachthof – Wiesbaden, DE
1/22/2025 Zenith – Paris, FR
1/23/2025 Z7 Konzertfabrik – Pratteln, CH
1/24/2025 Eventzentrum – Geiselwind, DE
1/25/2025 Backstage – Munich, DE
1/26/2025 OM – Liege, BE
1/28/2025 Alcatraz – Milan, IT
1/29/2025 Transbordeur – Lyon, FR
1/30/2025 Salle Metropole – Lausanne, CH
1/31/2025 Halle Verrière – Meisenthal, FR
2/01/2025 Felsenkeller – Leipzig, DE
2/02/2025 013 Poppodium – Tilburg, NL
2/03/2025 Capitol – Hannover, DE
2/05/2025 Studio – Krakow, PL
2/06/2025 Progresja – Warsaw, PL
2/07/2025 Hala Datart – Zlín, CZ
2/08/2025 Barba Negra – Budapest, HU
2/09/2025 Tvornica – Zagreb, HR

Source: EARSPLIT PR

https://www.elvenking.net

https://www.reaper-entertainment.com

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CYHRA – (Featuring Former AMARANTHE & IN FLAMES Members) Sign To RPM & Release New Standalone Single “Superman”

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

CYHRA, the champions of melodic metal, have unleashed their latest single “Superman” today, heralding a new era since the release of their third album, The Vertigo Trigger.

The track explodes with headbang-inducing riffs, as vocalist Jake E teases its epic, melody-rich chorus against a backdrop of sharp instrumentals. The almost spoken verses escalate to a larger-than-life chorus, culminating in irresistible, sing-along choirs that emphatically signal CYHRA‘s trajectory is set to soar above and beyond at breakneck speed!

Sometimes, life tests our limits, but when we choose to rise, dream, and believe, we find the strength to be unstoppable. Because deep down, we all have a ‘Superman’ within us,” comments CYHRA on the song’s meaning.

Watch the music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOJTm36WqV0
Stream/purchase the single: https://cyhra.rpm.link/supermanPR

“Superman” not only marks CYHRA‘s latest single but also their debut release with the burgeoning label Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM), which has recently become their new record label home. This track was mastered by renowned audio engineer Maor Appelbaum, known for his work with HALFORD, SABATON, and EQUILIBRIUM, among others. The artwork for “Superman:” was crafted by Gustavo Sazes, a longtime collaborator who has designed for SOILWORK, DYNAZTY, and VLTIMAS. Sazes has been instrumental in shaping the visual identity of CYHRA’s previous three studio albums as well.

Vocalist Jake E states: “We are thrilled to announce that we have officially signed with Reigning Phoenix Music! This marks an exciting new chapter in our journey, and we couldn’t be prouder to join a family that shares our passion for music and artistry. Reigning Phoenix Music is home to a roster of incredible talent and a team of dedicated professionals, many of whom we’ve had the pleasure of working with earlier in our careers.

Reuniting with such familiar faces feels like coming home, and we’re confident that this partnership will allow us to reach new heights together. We’re already hard at work with new music, and with Reigning Phoenix Music by our side, we’re more inspired than ever to create something truly unforgettable for our fans. Thank you for your continued support – it means the world to us!”

“We are are excited to welcome CYHRA to our family and for the opportunity to work with them again. Their talent, passion, and energy align perfectly with our vision of elevating artistry to new heights. Together, we’re setting the stage for an incredible journey!” adds the RPM team.

CYHRA are:
Jake E | vocals, keys
Euge Valovirta | guitars, bass
Jesper Strömblad | bass, guitars
Marcus Sunesson | guitars
Alex Landenburg | drums

More on CYHRA:
cyhra.com | Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | YouTube | RPM

Source: C Squared Music

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CHAOS & CARNAGE 2025 – Bands, Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

Posted in Death Metal, Extreme Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal festivals, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on January 10, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

CHAOS & CARNAGE 2025:
DYING FETUS / CRADLE OF FILTH
FLESHGOD APOCALYPSE / NE OBLIVISCARIS
UNDEATH / VOMIT FORTH / CORPSE PILE

TOUR DATES:
04/17 Berkeley, CA @ UC Theatre
04/19 Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
04/20 Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
04/22 Albuquerque, NM @ El Rey Theater
04/24 Dallas, TX @ Granada Theater
04/26 San Antonio, TX @ Vibes Event Center
04/27 Houston, TX @ House of Blues
04/29 Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl
05/01 New York, NY @ Palladium Times Square
05/02 Richmond, VA @ The National
05/03 Reading, PA @ Reverb
05/04 Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
05/06 Montreal, QC CAN @ L’Olympia
05/07 Toronto, ONT CAN @ Rebel
05/08 Pontiac, MI @ The Crofoot
05/09 Chicago, IL @ Radius
05/10 Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom
05/12 Wichita, KS @ TempleLive
05/14 Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium

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UNCLE ACID and the deadbeats – NELL’ ORA BLU TOUR Begins January 16th

Posted in Hard Rock, Music, music news, news with tags , , , on January 9, 2025 by Metal Odyssey

From Uncle Acid and the deadbeats Facebook:

NELL’ ORA BLU TOUR starts one week today!

Fair warning…when the tickets are gone, that’s it. We won’t be doing it again beyond these dates…so see you out there!

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Polish Legendary VADER Issue 2024 Recap + Reveal Plans for 2025: New EP, Reissue of “Black To The Blind” + Recording New Full-Length Album in Autumn!

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

Vader 2025 logo created by Irena Ivanowa 

Polish Death Metal Legends VADER have posted on their Facebook Page wrapping up 2024 and revealing some predictions for 2025, which has just begun. In fact, the new year will also be full of news for the death metal band, which will release the EP “Humanihility” in spring, while in autumn 2025 they will begin recording for the new full-length album. Also planned for this year, are the reissue of the classic “Black To The Blind”, and the summer tour to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the album “Litany”, which for the occasion will be performed live in its entirety.

Vader stated:
“The year 2024 is coming to an end. How was it for the band? As usual, it was very busy. We continued the 40th anniversary of Vader on tours in the USA/Canada and Europe. We played a few festivals in the summer – including Jarocin after 30 years of absence! At the end of August we returned to Grindstone Studio to record brand new material for an EP. We ended the year with the “Freezing Hell” tour, which went around the Baltic Sea. 2024 is also another year played with Michal Andrzejczyk behind the drums. A few months ago, Michał also joined the happy endorsers of TAMA drums.

Vader in studio: Photo source: https://www.facebook.com/vader

And what about plans for 2025? The new year will be even more intense. First of all, this spring will see the release of the completely new EP “Humanihility” since the release of “Solitude In Madness” in 2020, as well as the long-awaited reissue of the classic album “Black To The Blind” from 1997 in a new cover with the original cover by Jacek Wiśniewski. Both titles will be released by Nuclear Blast. The recording session for the next full length Vader album will also start in the fall of 2025! Next year will also be Vader’s return to the stages of summer festivals. And we will appear at 20 of them. 2025 will also be the 25th anniversary of the release of the album “Litany”. Therefore, in the summer season, you will be able to hear the entire album as part of a concert set. Most of the songs from this classic album for the band have not been played since its premiere in 2000, and some have never been played. So 2025 will be absolutely explosive and truly vaderish \m/ And we already INVITE you ALL!! Expect our arrival under the banner of Massive Music \m/”

On upcoming EP, Vader issued the studio update:
“Yesterday in “Spiderclass” studio in Wroclaw we were working on leads to the upcoming NEW Vader EP “Humanihility” for Nuclear Blast. Mauser works on His part in home studio in UK too. This was a last step before final mix & master of the recording. Scott Atkins should finish the production in Grindstone Studio by middle of January. More details coming soon….”

Source: Tarja Virmakari Press Office for VADER

More information at:
http://www.facebook.com/vader 

https://www.facebook.com/vaderstore

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SABER – “Without Warning” (Re-Release) Out On February 7th via ROAR

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

SABER is an LA-based metal band known for their uniquely sleazy take on the NWOBHM sound. The band emerged organically in 2018 after lead guitarist Joel Dominguez – who was already working on some similar material with rhythm guitarist Jesus Delgado and bassist David Sanchez, received a message from singer Steven Villa about starting a new 80s inspired project.

A series of thundering tracks followed soon after, which were refined into their 2021 debut album Without Warning. Produced and released with the help of Trevor William Church, who also filled in as the drummer, the album was overwhelmingly positively received, being named as one of Bandcamp’s best albums of the year and outranking Exodus and Iron Maiden on BraveWords’ annual Top 30 list.

Saber- “Without Warning” [2020 Re-release] Pre-order: 

https://saber.rpm.link/woutwarning

Sonically and aesthetically, Saber’s artistic identity is firmly rooted in the 80s. With Jesus now as their drummer and the addition of guitarist Antonio ‘Yogi’ Pettinato, the fearsome fivesome pass influences from Judas Priest and Queensryche to Riot and Iron Maiden through a unique lens, creating a distinctly energetic audiovisual experience that resonates with their diverse and growing fanbase.

SABER:
Steven Villa – Lead Vocals
Joel Dominguez – Lead/Rhythm Guitar
Jesus Delgado – Drums
David Sanchez – Bass Guitar
Antonion Pettinato – Rhythm/Lead Guitar

CREDITS:
Sub-Genre: Heavy Metal | Producer: Trevor William Church | Cover Artwork: The Pit Forge, Daniel
Porta | Photographer: | Artist Origin: USA

Source: RPM ROAR

SABER Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saber_laheavymetal/

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

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Seattle’s Action Metal War Machine, HYPERSTRIKE, Release Debut Single “Warning Shot”

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

Seattle (WA) – Action Metal War Machine, Hyperstrike, has released the aptly named debut single, “Warning Shot,” on all digital platforms!

“Warning Shot” is an electrifying showcase of the band’s collective power. Chop Daddy lays down thunderous slap bass lines, driving the track’s explosive groove, while The Claw shreds through with razor-sharp, incendiary guitar riffs. Goblin commands the rhythm with machine-like precision and relentless intensity on drums, setting the stage for Brain Lord’s fierce, dynamic vocals to unleash the song’s raw energy. Together, the band delivers a high-octane anthem about a man pushed to his limits, crafting a powerful narrative of tension and resolve that hits as hard as their sound.

“Warning Shot” is available at the following links:

distrokid.com/hyperfollow/hyperstrike1/warning-shot

hyperstrikeband.bandcamp.com/track/warning-shot

Photo Credit: Vance Bratcher

BIO:

Born in the Blade, forged in chaos—Hyperstrike is Seattle’s action metal war machine. Founded in 2024 by bass-slapping juggernaut Ben “Chop Daddy” Bennett, this band doesn’t play music; they drop sonic bombs. With a shadowy past tearing through thrash titans Warbringer and Bonded by Blood, and reigning as the “Lord of the Low End” in sci-fi shredders Xoth, Bennett knew exactly what kind of beast he was building.

First, he wrangled in Ilya, the shredder known as “The Claw,” an assassin with riffs sharper than steel. Then came Adon, the “Brain Lord“—a maniacal force spitting venomous truths, carrying the fire from his days in Ghost Ship Octavius and the twisted depths of Spiritual Suicide. Together, they built a soundtrack for the end of the world: songs about nuclear meltdowns, cage fighters, and kings of the slain.

The final weapon in their arsenal? Josh, a drum-detonating powerhouse known as “Goblin Hammer,” whose percussive assault forged their chaos into a relentless onslaught. Hyperstrike is a raw, unfiltered force with hearts of steel and a taste for mania. No apologies. No survivors. Just unrelenting aggression. Brace for impact because once the trigger drops, nothing will ever be the same.

Line-Up:

Ben (Chop Daddy) Bennett – Speed Chopper Bass

Adon (Brain Lord) Fanion – Maniacal Pyro Vocals

Ilya (Siberian Claw) Ignatov – Elite Assassin Shred Guitar

Josh (Goblin Hammer) Hoffman – Master Drum Blaster

Credits:

Lyrics and music by Hyperstrike.
Mixed and mastered by Joe Cincotta at Full Force Studios.
Drums recorded at One Shot Studios – Engineered by Josh Richins.
Produced by Ben Bennett.
Artwork by Ilya (Siberian Claw) Ignatov.
Logo by Dipayandas Arts.

Source: ClawHamer PR

linktr.ee/hyperstrikeband

instagram.com/hyperstrikeband

facebook.com/hyperstrikeband

youtube.com/@HyperstrikeBandOfficial

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