From Fear Factory Bandsintown: Exciting news! We’re hitting the road, our U.S. tour is coming up soon! Dates and cities are announced, and we can’t wait to see you all. Get ready for an unforgettable run of shows go to http://fearfactory.com for ticket info
Fear Factory & Cavalera: 09/23 Norwalk, CT @ District Music Hall 09/25 Ft Wayne, IN @ Piere’s 09/26 Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom 09/28 St. Louis, MO @ Red Flag 09/30 Lincoln, NE @ Bourbon Theater 10/01 Denver, CO @ Gothic Theater 10/02 Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex Grand 10/07 Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues 10/10 Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues 10/11 Phoenix, AZ @ The Marquee 10/12 Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine Theater 10/16 Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall 10/17 Austin, TX @ Come & Take It Live 10/18 Dallas, TX @ Ferris Wheelers
Fear Factory only: 09/12 Flagstaff, AZ @ Orpheum Theater 09/13 Gallup, NM @ Juggernaut 09/14 Farmington, NM @ Lock Street 09/16 Springfield, MO @ Regency 09/17 West Chicago, IL @ WC Social Club 09/20 Brooklyn, NY @ The Meadows 09/24 Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground 09/27 Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave 10/04 Palmdale, CA @ Transplants Brewing Co. 10/05 Bakersfield, CA @ Temblor Brewing 10/09 San Diego, CA @ Brick By Brick 10/14 Lubbock, TX @ Jakes Backroom 10/15 Oklahoma City, OK @ 89th Street 10/19 Corpus Christi, TX @ House of Rock 10/21 Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Hell) 10/23 Birmingham, AL @ Workplay 10/25 Destin, FL @ Club LA 10/26 Orlando, FL @ The Beacham 10/27 St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live 10/29 Ft. Lauderdale, FL @ Culture Room
The celebration still continues and the next tour is arriving soon! Who is excited to see Testament, Obituary, Destruction and Nervosa? Grab your ticket now, because they are selling fast.
04.10. DE BERLIN Astra *Only w/ Destructiin 05.10. DE HANNOVER Capitol 07.10. UK BRISTOL Beacon 08.10. UK BIRMINGHAM O₂ Academy 09.10. IR DUBLIN Olympia Theatre 10.10. UK MANCHESTER Academy 11.10. UK LONDON O₂ Forum Kentish Town 12.10. BE ANTWERP Trix 13.10. DE STUTTGART LKA Longhorn 14.10. DE HAMBURG Grosse Freiheit 36 16.10. CH PRATTELN Z7 17.10. DE WIESBADEN Schlachthof 18.10. IT MILAN Live Club 19.10. DE SAARBRÜCKEN Garage 21.10. SL LJUBLJANA Media Center 22.10. AT VIENNA Arena 23.10. PL WROCLAW A2 24.10. DE MUNICH Tonhalle 25.10. DE OBERHAUSEN Turbinenhalle 26.10. NL UTRECHT Tivoli Vredenburg
“Reign of Fire” is VISERION‘s second offering to land ahead of the forthcoming immersive album, Fire and Blood that is due to arrive on January 16, 2026.
Laden with groove and melodies, “Reign of Fire” stands out from other compositions on the album’s track list. In terms of the narrative, this song explores the rise of Aegon The Conqueror and his dragon Balerion – notably how he seized control over Westeros.
The black metal outfit, who enhance their sound with atmospheric and melodic elements, delve into the realms of Game of Thrones. “Our concept for this album was inspired by George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones world. It particularly focuses on the Targaryen dynasty hence the title being their house words: Fire and Blood.” The band explains. “This particular song focuses on the black magic rituals that the Targaryen family was rumored to use in order to control dragons”.
About VISERION: Located in Queens, NY, VISERION blend brutal and aggressive black metal with atmospheric and melodic passages in their own distinctive take on the genre. Storytelling is embedded in their musical creativity, highly influenced by the writings of George R.R. Martin and the World of Westeros. The band initially formed as a three-piece in 2020 by Ben Marvilli taking on bass and vocals, Matt Marvilli on drums and John Magnani performing guitars. Subsequently, in 2022, Magnani left and Ben Marvilli swapped out bass for guitar. Cris Valentine also joined on guitar and Tasso Diakov took on the bass.
The debut album Natural Selection dropped in 2021, followed by a split EP release with TELOCH VOVIN titled The Iron Age of Kali Yuga in 2023. Now, Fire and Blood is set to emerge on January 16, 2026.
Album Credits: Producer: Billy Pfister Recording Studio: Westfall Recording Engineer: Billy Pfister Mastering: Jacob Buczarski Mixing: Chris Grigg Cover art: “Fire in Rome” by Hubert Robert
Carbonized Records presents Dêmocide, the traumatic second LP from Portland, Oregon-based DISPOSSESSED, today unveiling its cover art, track listing, preorders, and lead single, “Exanimate”.
The DISPOSSESSED collective infuses elements of sludge, doom, and death metal into a commanding sound rooted in anger, despair, and political resistance. Formed in 2014, the band emerged from Portland’s metal scene with a mission to confront systems of oppression through uncompromising, feedback-driven music. Their sound combines slow-burning riffs, bleak atmospheres, and a raw, aggressive energy that draws influence from bands like Corrupted, Asunder, Winter, and Grief.
Lyrically and thematically, DISPOSSESSED engages directly with issues such as systemic violence, environmental destruction, and carceral injustice, grounding their work in anti-authoritarian ideals.
Back in 2019, DISPOSSESSED released their debut full-length, Exanimate; a searing critique of societal collapse. They returned in 2022 with the “Makhnovshchina” single, continuing to explore revolutionary themes through crushing, emotionally charged compositions.
DISPOSSESSED now delivers Dêmocide, containing five tracks of devastating, sludgy doom. Recorded by Mike Vera at VeraTone (Juliana Hatfield, Great Falls), mastered by James Plotkin at Plotkinworks (Earth, Sunn O))), Khanate, Amarok), and completed with cover art by Abomination Hammer, the track “If I Must Die” features synthesizers by B. Pierpont and an original poem by Dr. Refaat Alareer. Dêmocide reflects the band’s ongoing commitment to challenging silence and injustice through sound—direct, unrelenting and deeply resonant.
Dêmocide will be released October 3rd on LP, CD, MC, and digitally. Find preorders at the Carbonized Records webshop HERE and Bandcamp HERE.
Dêmocide – Track Listing:
Exanimate
Concrete Tomb
Opulent Doom
Watan
If I Must Die
DISPOSSESSED will tour the West Coast in conjunction with the unveiling of Dêmocide, leading with a hometown record release show September 27th, followed by a tour from October 3rd through 11th. See all confirmed dates below and expect updates to post over the weeks ahead.
DISPOSSESSED Live: 9/27/2025 High Water Mark – Portland, OR *Record Release Show 10/03/2025 TBA – Victoria, BC 10/04/2025 Red Gate – Vancouver, BC 10/05/2025 Slice of Life Pizza – Tacoma, WA 10/06/2025 Jules Maes – Seattle, WA 10/07/2025 The Crypt – Olympia, WA 10/08/2025 Naked Lounge – Chico, CA 10/09/2025 Cafe Colonial – Sacramento, CA 10/10/2025 Siren’s Song – Eureka, CA 10/11/2025 Hesher’s Pizza – Oakland, CA
DISPOSSESSED: K. Jewett – guitar, bass M. White – guitar M. Du Bose – vocals L. MacDonald – drums
Canadian death metal ensemble SCORCHING TOMB bring a crushing onslaught in the new album Ossuary. The brutal first single“Skullcrush” feat. Devin Swank (SANGUISUGABOGG), brings bloodthirsty, punishing riffs. Ossuary is set to land on October 24, via Time To Kill Records.
The band comments on “Skullcrush”:
“Slow, catchy and insanely effective, ‘Skullcrush’ is the perfect dummy-death anthem. Featuring Devin Swank of SANGUISUGABOGG, this song won’t make you bang your head, it will get you to punch your way through the fucking walls!”
Line Up: Vincent Patrick Lajeunesse: Vocals Philippe Leblanc: Guitars, Back vocals Miguel Lepage: Bass Émile Savard: Drums
Ossuary– Track Listing: 1. Stalagmite Impalement 2. Skullcrush (feat. Devin Swank of Sanguisugabogg) 3. Diminished to Ashes 4. Sanctum of Bones (Ossuary) 5. Sentenced to Rot 6. Feel the Blade feat. Primal Horde 7. Bloodlust Sacrifice 8. Expired Existence
About SCORCHING TOMB: Born in the sewers of Montreal, Canada, in 2018, SCORCHING TOMB began with the aim of blending old fashioned death metal and modern hardcore together in a city where technical death metal reigns supreme. It didn’t take long for the band to make a name in the underground. Fast old school riffs, pummeling mosh parts, and an energetic stage presence quickly saw SCORCHING TOMB gain attention, especially in the hardcore scene.
Initially formed by tattoo artist Vincent PL on vocals and axeman Philippe Leblanc, ST has now its hardest lineup to date by adding Miguel Lepage (ex- BLIND WITNESS, ex- OBEY THE BRAVE) on bass and Émile Savard (PROFANE ORDER, ex- MALEBRANCHE) on drums.
Striving to follow in the footsteps of CRYPTOPSY, QUO VADIS and DESPISED ICON, SCORCHING TOMB seek to show the world that Montreal is still to this day an unrelenting force of death metal.
This past week, frontman Vincent Crowley required an unexpected emergency surgery. While the procedure was successful and Vincent is expected to make a full recovery, his doctors have advised that he take the necessary time to heal and avoid air travel during his recovery period.
Vincent shares: “This was not an easy decision to make, but my health must come first. I want to thank all of our fans for their understanding, patience, and unwavering support. I fully intend to return stronger than ever once I am cleared to perform again.”
“We deeply regret any disappointment this causes to fans, promoters, and venues, but Vincent’s long-term health is our top priority. All commitments will be revisited when he has completed his recovery, and we look forward to bringing the music back to the stage.”
“Acheron and the Vincent Crowley Band sincerely thank the global fanbase for their loyalty and support during this time.”
Known for their firebranded approach to songwriting and relentless energy, the Ohio-based torchbearers of thrash metal deliver an album true to their roots. This is raw, aggressive thrash with no filler, no compromise and no bullshit.
Whispers of Death follows acclaimed releases like United We Fall (2012) and Communal Decay (2021), and shows the band at their most focused and intense.
VINDICATOR will strike out on a four city trek in support of Whispers of Death with Indiana thrashers Graveripper. The Whispering Death tour dates are as follows:
August 28 @ The Grog Shop – Cleveland, OH August 29 @ The Hidden Gem – Dayton, OH August 30 @ Helltown Brewing – Mt. Pleasant, PA August 31 @ State Street Pub – Indianapolis, IN
Whispers of Death track-list:
1. Whispers of Death… Anxiety’s Grip
2. Charnel Pastures
3. Thirst for Violence
4. Your World Dies in Flame
5. Exhaustion
6. Novocain
7. Bleed Between the Lines
8. Merry Evenings Make Sad Mournings
9. Battle Box
10. Abominable Intelligence
11. Ripper Attack
12. Obsoletion Complete
Line-up:
M. Law – Vocals V. Stown – Rhythm Guitars/Backing Vocals B. Zahn – Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals E. Stephens – Bass G. Monturi – Drums
The album was produced by Vindicator and Ben Bennett, and engineered and mastered by Ben Bennett at Chop Daddy Ranch in Seattle, WA. Album art by Frank Walls.
BIO:
Cleveland, Ohio… A town where sports come to die and metal comes to live. A city that has seen its share of metal titans by their own rights. In 2005, the city would give birth to another bastard of speed and aggression. VINDICATOR continues to unleash their signature brand of thrash metal to die-hard fans of the genre and the unsuspecting alike.
CRYPTOPSY ALL SO VILE EUROPEAN TOUR 2026 Celebrating 30 years of None So Vile
With Special Guests: 200 STAB WOUNDS INFERI CORPSE PILE
15.01.26 Germany Hannover @ Béi Chéz Heinz 16.01.26 Germany Dortmund @ Junkyard 17.01.26 Belgium Antwerp @ Zappa 18.01.26 UK Southampton @ Engine Rooms 19.01.26 UK Bristol @ The Fleece 20.01.26 UK Glasgow @ Slay 21.01.26 UK Nottingham @ Rescue Rooms 22.01.26 UK Manchester @ Club Academy 23.01.26 UK Plymouth @ The Quad Theatre 24.01.26 UK London @ O2 Academy Islington 25.01.26 The Netherlands Nijmegen @ Doornroosje 26.01.26 Germany Hamburg @ Logo 28.01.26 Sweden Stockholm @ Kollektivet Livet 29.01.26 Norway Oslo @ Goldie 30.01.26 Denmark Copenhagen @ Pumpehuset 31.01.26 Germany Leipzig @ Hellraiser 01.02.26 Germany Berlin @ Hole44 02.02.26 Poland Warsaw @ Proxima 03.02.26 Czech Republic Prague @ Rock Cafe 04.02.26 Austria Vienna @ Szene 05.02.26 Hungary Budapest @ Barba Negra 06.02.26 Germany Munich @ Backstage 07.02.26 Italy Milan @ Legend Club 08.02.26 Switzerland Aarau @ KiFF 09.02.26 France Lyon @ Club Transbo 10.02.26 Spain Barcelona @ Wolf 11.02.26 Spain Madrid @ Revi Live 12.02.26 Spain Portugalete @ Groove 13.02.26 France Toulouse @ Metronum 14.02.26 France Nantes @ Le Ferrailleur 15.02.26 France Paris @ Petit Bain
Asheville (NC) – Blackvapor/Black Metal duo, Hellir, have released new EP, Hollow Moon: Precursor!
Hollow Moon: Precursor is the first release in a trilogy of EPs that will collectively comprise the band’s first full-length album, Hollow Moon. Hollow Moon: Precursor is an evolution of Hellir’s atmosphere venturing into a broader range of sounds. With everything from extremely heavy break downs, electronic breaks, classical piano, and fusion, there’s a lot of new territory to explore. Or to boldly go where no one has gone before…
“This isn’t your dad’s brand of Black Metal. It’s fresh, modern, and cuts against the grain.” – Metal Temple
“Great sounding mixture of black metal and synth/vaporwave.” – Occult Black Metal Zine
FFO: Ulcerate, Alcest, Dark Castle, Isahn, Asagraum, Humanity’s Last Breath
All other music, lyrics, engineering, mixing, mastering: Daniel Shaneyfelt.
Artwork: Harlon McCargar.
BIO:
Hellir translates to “Cave” in the Old Norse language.
Hellir was founded in 2023 as a solo project by Daniel Shaneyfelt as a way to experiment with ideas that didn’t suit other projects. He released the first Hellir record Wheel of Ghosts in 2024, which blends elements of black metal, 80s synth pop, vapor wave, thall, and cinematic music.
Soon after recording Wheel of Ghosts, Hellir welcomed Dylan Webb on drums, helping push the duo’s sound into heavier and more technical territory.
Following a series of live dates in support of iconic metallers SAVATAGE, their first-ever, frenetically-acclaimed appearance at Wacken Open Air and the previously-released single “Beyond Horizons,” INDUCTION strike again with their brand-new song “Dark Temptation” – a track that fuses razor-sharp riffs, symphonic fire, and high-octane hooks into a relentless storm of sound!
Alongside today’s release and new album harbinger comes a visually stunning video, set in a high-tech sci-fi universe that mirrors the song’s futuristic energy and dark allure. It’s a bold step that brings INDUCTION’s cinematic vision to the next level, combining crushing symphonic metal power with a world that feels larger than life! “Dark Temptation” cements INDUCTION’s reputation as one of the most exciting rising forces in modern power metal: epic, heavy, and unafraid to push boundaries.
Guitarist Tim Kanoa Hansen states: “With ‘Dark Temptation,’ we officially open the gates to our upcoming third album, Love Kills!, set for release in February 2026. This track marks the beginning of INDUCTION’s next chapter – where seduction meets danger, and love dances on the edge of the blade. It’s heavy, it’s dark, it’s sci-fi – and this is only the beginning. Let yourself be pulled into this forbidden tale and experience the thrill of ‘Dark Temptation,’ the first taste of what’s to come. You’ll be hungry for more!”
Crafted at Hamburg, Germany’s Chameleon Studios and Boogie Park Studios, the song was produced by Hansen and mixed and mastered by Eike Freese in collaboration with the guitarist. After regrouping in 2024, “Dark Temptation” marks the second track featuring singer Gabriele Gozzi, guitarist Justus Sahlman and drummer Markus “Maks” Felber in INDUCTION’s band history.
In support of their forthcoming studio offering, the quintet have been confirmed as supporting act of VISIONS OF ATLANTIS’ and WARKINGS’ 2026 “Pirates & Kings Over Europe” tour, taking them to 20+ cities across the continent in February/March. INDUCTION’s current itinerary can be found below!
INDUCTION live: w/ VISIONS OF ATLANTIS, WARKINGS 05.02.2026 CH Pratteln – Konzertfabrik Z7 06.02.2026 DE Saarbrücken – Garage 07.02.2026 DE Oberhausen – Turbinenhalle 08.02.2026 DE Frankfurt – Batschkapp 10.02.2026 UK Manchester – Academy 2 11.02.2026 UK London – O2 Academy Islington 12.02.2026 FR Paris – Élysée Montmarte 13.02.2026 NL Tilburg – 013 Poppodium 14.02.2026 DE Leipzig – Hellraiser 15.02.2026 DE Berlin – Columbia Theater 16.02.2026 PL Warsaw – Klub Proxima 18.02.2026 CZ Zlín – Masters of Rock Café 19.02.2026 DE Hanover – Capitol 20.02.2026 DE Hamburg – Markthalle 21.02.2026 DE Geiselwind – Musichall 26.02.2026 FR Villeurbanne (Lyon) – La Rayonne 27.02.2026 DE Stuttgart – Im Wizemann (Halle) 28.02.2026 DE Munich – Backstage (Werk) 05.03.2026 HU Budapest – Barba Negra 06.03.2026 AT Vienna – SiMM City 07.03.2026 AT Wörgl – VZ Komma
VIOLATOR‘s long-awaited comeback album, Unholy Retribution is due out September 5th, 2025 via Kill Again Records.
How do you introduce new elements into thrash metal without sounding too pretentious or “fluffy”? Sometimes, a careful look at the past can be the way to go, and “The Evil Order”, the second single from VIOLATOR‘s new album, is the embodiment of this dialectic.
Right off the bat, a macabre base with a guitar slur/slur that recalls the intro of Black Sabbath. Then, the dragging riff feeds back into primitive Brazilian metal, and the reference (homage?) to Sarcófago’s “Nightmare” is inevitable.
The reminiscences end there, because what follows is pure VIOLATOR juice, only more evil than ever. Perhaps the band has never sounded so malignant and creative. Despite this, the essence of old-school thrash is preserved, without deviation.
In its conclusion, “The Evil Order” returns to the “Sabbath-like” intro to complete the circle of revenge. The order of uniformed tyrants (“the uniform is a pathetic excuse”) is about to collapse.
True to their roots yet revitalized by a long and intense creative process, Unholy Retributioncaptures VIOLATOR at their most inspired and ferocious. The band delivers a powerful and uncompromising collection of songs that revisit their trademark thrash metal with renewed energy and purpose. This is not a reinvention, it’s a reaffirmation of everything that made VIOLATOR a cult force in the global underground.
Line-up:
Poney Ret Crucifier – Bass, Vocals Capaça Bloody Nightmare – Guitars Cambito Chains Killer – Guitars Batera Bone Crusher – Drums
From the raw aggression of their breakout EP “Violent Mosh” (2004) and the now-classic debut full-length “Chemical Assault” (2006), VIOLATOR made their mark with a youthful urgency that took no prisoners. That same intensity is alive and well on Unholy Retribution yet now it comes sharpened by experience and delivered through more dynamic, tightly constructed compositions. The fire hasn’t dimmed, it’s evolved.
Musically, the album bursts with blistering riffs, tight rhythmic precision and an unmistakable sense of urgency. Groove-laden catchiness and flashes of technical brilliance keep the tracklist flowing like a furious tide – unpredictable, violent and cathartic. The production matches this ferocity with a sonic identity that’s both organic and clear, yet unpolished in just the right way: a raw, analog-flavored mix that enhances every snare hit and guitar bite without sacrificing the band’s gritty edge. It’s a sound that feels live, alive, and undeniably VIOLATOR.
Lyrically, the band stays loyal to its mission: confronting injustice, exposing corruption and shining a harsh light on the rot festering beneath the surface of modern society. With Unholy Retribution, VIOLATOR continue to use their music as both weapon and warning.
This is the record that fans of early Vio-Lence, Kreator and Dark Angel have been waiting for – a no-holds-barred thrash assault, deeply rooted in tradition yet bursting with contemporary urgency. The wait is over. The retribution is unholy. And it starts now.
Track-list:
1. Hang The Merchants Of Illusion 2. Cult Of Death 3. Persecution Personality 4. Destroy The Altar 5. The Evil Order 6. Chapel Of The Sick 7. Rot In Hell 8. Vengeance Storm
New York, NY — Witches Brew, the premier underground metal label founded by Cheryl Schindler, is proud to announce an explosive onslaught of new music, with four highly-anticipated releases hitting the streets on Friday, August 22nd, 2025.
This coordinated strike showcases the label’s commitment to unearthing raw, authentic talent from across the globe, with new albums from FLESH STORM, IN YOUR BLOOD, MEGAHERA, and MENTAL DEVASTATION.
MENTAL DEVASTATION – The Delusional Mystery of the Self, Part II
Chile’s MENTAL DEVASTATION returns with the follow-up to their acclaimed work, The Delusional Mystery Of The Self Part II. This third album showcases the band’s mastery of technical and progressive thrash, blending violent precision with complex, philosophical themes. For fans of intricate, intelligent thrash in the vein of Coroner and Sadus, this album is a mind-bending journey that defies easy categorization.
Turning back the clock to a more anthemic era, MEGAHERA from Sardinia, Italy, proudly presents Back To The ‘80s. This album is a full-throated tribute to the golden age of heavy metal, with lyrical themes of rebellion, unity, and a defiant stand against authority. Back To The ‘80s is a nostalgic trip with a fresh perspective, a rallying cry for all true metal disciples.
From Toronto, Canada, newcomers IN YOUR BLOOD make their mark with their savage self-titled debut. A masterclass in modern thrash and crossover, In Your Blood is packed with aggressive, neck-snapping riffs that prove the genre is alive and well. For those who live and breathe thrash, this album is a mandatory addition to your collection.
The Costa Rican thrashers FLESH STORM deliver a relentless, fast-paced assault that has already been hailed as a complete energy bomb. This is raw, uncompromising thrash metal meant to ignite the mosh pit and leave listeners battered and bruised.
Foundations of Burden (Redux 2025) re-envisioned cover features a painting by Benjamin Vierling
AVAILABLE DIGITALLY ON NOVEMBER 7; PHYSICALLY ON DECEMBER 5
A FULLY RECONSTRUCTED VERSION OF THEIR 2014 LANDMARK ALBUM
Aug. 22, 2025, Little Rock, Ark. – Pallbearer release Foundations of Burden (2025 Redux) this Fall, a meticulous sonic reconstruction of their transformative 2014 album. The newly remixed and remastered version arrives digitally on Nov. 7, with physical editions (2xLP and CD) available on Dec. 5. (pre-orders:
“During the writing and preparation for Foundations, everything was ephemeral and we were practically feral,” recalls bassist/vocalist Joseph D. Rowland. “We had no real practice space, we barely had a single working computer between the four of us. Our demos of the record consisted of something barely discernible from white noise. Nevertheless, we knew we were working towards building a set of songs we were deeply enthusiastic about.
Once in the thick of recording, the feeling went from dream to dreamlike very quickly, as we found ourselves in what felt like an endless churn of repetition. We slept at the studio on whatever soft surfaces we could find, waking each day to discover that some of the previous day’s work had been corrupted overnight. This resulted in some parts of the album being recorded many times over. The guitars in particular mutated into something Sisyphean.”
Rowland continues, “Since the time that we finally committed the original version of Foundations to print, we knew it would be a sonic space we would eventually revisit. Its form did not unfold according to the original version as the numerous file corruptions, delays, and exhausted studio budget compounded into a final feverish push to finish the mix. We were relieved to get those massive and difficult mixes turned into finished songs just in time, but not without a nagging thought; we had to sacrifice much of the nuance we had spent so much time crafting.”
More than a decade later, Pallbearer seized the opportunity to revisit the record from the ground up. Over the past year, the band meticulously reconstructed the album from the original sessions.
“In the time since then, we have played most of the songs from Foundations more times than we can count, and they remain some of our favorites,” Rowland continues. “The songs have grown with us. And while we hold a deep love and attachment to what we created in 2014, we also gained a fuller understanding of how we would want to re-present them if we had a chance. After years of discussion, listening and learning, we found ourselves in the position to fulfill that vision.”
Foundations of Burden (2025 Redux) features new mixes and mastering, plus new artwork featuring a painting by Benjamin Vierling. The six-song, 55-minute collection is produced by Pallbearer, mixed by Mario Quintero (Spotlights), and mastered by Adam Gonsalves.
Pre-orders (https://geni.us/PallbearerFOB2025Redux) are available now with the album available on multiple limited-edition vinyl variants: a band-exclusive metallic gold marble 2xLP (300 copies), a Profound Lore only iridescent blue marble 2xLP (500 copies), and standard black.
Pallbearer performs Foundations of Burden in full for the first time ever on Sept. 6, at Seattle’s Substation’s 10th Anniversary (tickets: https://bnds.us/z2ezd4).
Photo credit: Dan Almasy
Pallbearer is Brett Campbell (vocals/guitar), Devin Holt (guitar), Joseph D. Rowland (bass/vocals) and Mark Lierly (drums). The Little Rock, Arkansas-based band formed in 2008 and have since released four albums: Sorrow and Extinction (2012), Foundations of Burden (2014), Heartless (2017) and Forgotten Days (2020).
Pallbearer has received widespread praise with Rolling Stone dubbing their music “beautiful melancholia,” the New York Times saying, “Pallbearer takes the genre’s distorted guitars and dread and adds an ambitious element of optimism” and Decibel, who have twice afforded the band their cover slot, declaring the Pallbearer’s songs both “majestic” and “extraordinary.”
AUGUST Fri 22nd – House of Blues, Anaheim, CA, USA Sat 23rd – House of Blues, Las Vegas, NV, USA Mon 25th – Marquee Theatre, Phoenix, AZ, USA Tue 26th – Revel, Albuquerque, NM, USA Thu 28th – House of Blues, Houston, TX, USA Fri 29th – House of Blues, Dallas, TX, USA Sun 31st – Rocklahoma, Pryor, OK, USA *
SEPTEMBER Tue 2nd – House of Blues, New Orleans, LA, USA Thu 4th – Revolution, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA Sun 7th – The Town, Sao Paulo, Brazil * Wed 10th – Brooklyn Paramount, Brooklyn, NY, USA Thu 11th – House of Blues, Boston, MA, USA Sat 13th – Stage AE, Pittsburgh, PA, USA Sun 14th – The Fillmore, Silver Spring, MD, USA Tue 16th – HISTORY, Toronto, ON, Canada Thu 18th – MTELUS, Montreal, QC, Canada Sun 21st – Louder Than Life, Louisville, KY, USA * Tue 23rd – The Fillmore, Philadelphia, PA, USA Thu 25th – The Fillmore, Detroit, MI, USA Sat 27th – Riviera Theatre, Chicago, IL, USA Sun 28th – Uptown, Minneapolis, MN, USA Tue 30th – Summit Music Hall, Denver, CO, USA
OCTOBER Fri 3rd – Aftershock, Sacramento, CA, USA* Sun 5th – The Wiltern, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Blackened metal trio ALL HELL dive headfirst into a chaotic fury in the new single “Exiled into Nod“. The track arrives ahead of the band’s upcoming album Sunsetter, that is due out October 10, 2025 on Terminus Hate City.
The band comments: “In contrast to most of our album openers, which have usually contained a slower or intro-like passage, we wanted to start this record IMMEDIATELY, throwing the listener right into the world we’ve crafted for this record.
This song represents the fervent prayer of a devotee of Cain, the First Murderer and Father of Vampires. It tells the story of Cain’s exile and curse by God. During this exile, he meets and forms a union with Lilith (the likewise fallen and exiled first wife of Adam in many Jewish mythological sources), thus setting the stage for the curse of vampirism to spread.
The bridge of the song returns to the prayer of the devotee, crying out to his symbolic mother and father to return and usher in the final downfall of humanity.”
Sunsetter is the fifth full-length from ALL HELL, following a string of acclaimed releases including The Grave Alchemist and The Witch’s Grail. Known for their punishing live shows and genre-defying sound, the band has toured with RINGWORM, BLACK TUSK, and PROFANATICA, and has performed at Decibel Metal and Beer Fest, RPM Fest, and more.
Sunsetter – Track Listing:
Exiled Into Nod
Dominus Sanguis, Domina Nox
The Violent Brood
The Bleeding
Sunsetter
The Flood and the Death
Behold the Night
Path of Cain
Sacrifice to Shadow
The Ancients Rise
The Outer Night
About ALL HELL:
ALL HELL is a blackened metal trio from Asheville, North Carolina, known for their relentless fusion of first wave black metal, deathrock, punk, and horror-driven storytelling. Since forming in 2013, the band has carved out a distinct identity rooted in occult themes, razor-sharp riffs, and a fierce DIY ethos.
The current lineup, Jacob Curwen (guitar and vocals), Erik Ballantyne (bass), and Elanti (drums), continues to push the band’s sound forward while staying true to its core. With each release, ALL HELL digs deeper into a unique mythos that spans history, horror, and apocalypse, embracing the dark, the ugly, and the eternal night.
VANISHMENT are the latest signings to M-Theory Audio. The Seattle-based band has a lot of band member experience and are readying the release of their second album for January 2026.
“For our second album, Vanishment wanted to partner up with a like-minded label with an outstanding roster, so naturally M-Theory was one of the first labels we reached out to. Little did we know that our metal brothers from Seattle, Lacabra, had just inked a deal with M-Theory at that time. When Marco hit us back with that news, we were absolutely certain this was the right fit. Fast forward a few months, and we’re very stoked for the future of this partnership!“
VANISHMENT take pride in delivering a combination of DIY attitude, relentlessly heavy songs and a face-melting live experience that leaves an indelible mark upon all in its path. Consisting of members who participated in past bands like Himsa, Lair Of The Minotaur, Hell Promise, Trial, Earthen Grave and more the group brings a maturity and understanding without losing its primal edge that combined with their melodic values concocts an infectious combination sure to appeal to a variety of metalheads young and old.
To give you that impression check VANISHMENT out on today’s premiere of first single “Scarred In Fate” on any and all streaming/download music platforms or better its accompanying music video HERE https://youtu.be/woVDCFOsdFI
“The first single from our second album ‘..And Now We Die’ is also the first song on the album. Entitled ‘Scarred in Fate,’ we believe the song is representative of the new album, and offers a glimpse into the band’s evolving sound and intensity. It was written while watching romantic comedies and drinking copious amounts of red wine. NOT! This is fucking METAL. This song is a banger. Enjoy!“
A powerful and ripping new band from the suburbs of Seattle that play a combo of hard ‘n fast and slow ‘n heavy riffs never forgetting the harmony and thunder, the power and the groove. Watch for more new music and live shows from VANISHMENT leading up to the release of their new album ‘And Now We Die’ in January 2026. Pre-Order available now on our webstore www.m-theoryaudio.com/store (now featuring fulfillment from US and Europe with domestic shipping prices and shorter wait times and no custom charges) with more outlets being made available as we head towards street date.
VANISHMENT began in 2019 taking inspiration from classic thrash and heavy metal bands like Metallica, Iron Maiden, Megadeth and Judas Priest, the group spent several months between 2020-2021 writing, rehearsing and eventually recording their debut effort, No More Torture, which was self-released in 2023. The album displayed the band’s raw energy and aggressive sound, and was met with a tsunami of critical praise.
Playing numerous shows through the Pacific Northwest, performing alongside Warbringer, Flotsam & Jetsam, Mutoid Man, Accused A.D., Haunt, Anthares, Solicitor, and Blighted Eye as well as their new label-mates in Silver Talon and Lacabra. In between shows, VANISHMENT continued to write what would become their second album recording with Nicholas Wilbur (Sumac, Mamiffer) at Anacortes Unknown and mastered by Alan Douches (Three Inches of Blood, Baroness, Darkest Hour).
VANISHMENT Rob Ropkins – vocals Brian Johnson – guitar Jeremy McAllister – guitar Nate Baker – bass Chris Wozniak – drums
Upcoming Shows: 8/23 – Belltown Yacht Club – Seattle, WA 8/29 – The Charleston – Bremerton, WA 9/25 – The Kraken Bar – Seattle, WA 10/17 – Funhouse – Seattle, WA
Narcotic Wasteland, fronted by ex-Nile guitarist/vocalist Dallas Toler-Wade along with drummer Joseph Howard (Fields of Elysium, Neuromorphic) and bassist Kenji Tsunami (Ontogeny), will be hitting the road for the “Annihilation of Wasteland Tour” (dates listed below). On this tour, they will be celebrating the 20-year release of “Annihilation of the Wicked”, in which Dallas will perform two of the songs he wrote for the album: “Lashed to the Slave Stick” and “The Burning Pits of the Duat”, giving Nile fans the unique opportunity to hear these tracks played live by the original voice and composer.
Narcotic Wasteland will also be performing fan favorites and new material, including such tracks as “Barbarian”, “Sex, Lies and DNA”, “Introspective Nightmares”, “Coastal Killings”, “The Best Times Have Passed” and more!
To mark the launch of their tour, the band is unveiling the official music video for “Introspective Nightmares” today, exclusively on Bravewords HERE.
Narcotic Wasteland is a relentless force in the metal scene, delivering a crushing blend of technical precision, unyielding aggression, and raw energy. Fronted by Dallas Toler-Wade, (renowned vocalist and guitarist best known for his work with Nile), he brings his signature technical prowess and intense energy to the band.
On drums, Joseph Howard unleashes a torrent of precision and power, driving the band’s pummeling rhythms with thunderous intensity. His dynamic performance creates the perfect foundation for the band’s heavy and often dark sonic atmosphere.
Kenji Tsunami commands the low end with inventive, hard-hitting bass lines that add both depth and texture, solidifying the band’s signature wall of sound. His stage presence and musicianship bring an extra dimension to Narcotic Wasteland’s live assault.
Together, Dallas, Joseph, and Kenji forge an unstoppable musical unit; one that captivates audiences with high-octane performances and uncompromising compositions. With unmatched technical skill and a shared vision for pushing metal’s boundaries, Narcotic Wasteland stands as a true powerhouse in today’s extreme music landscape.
Headlining Shows: 9/03 – Madison, WI – The Annex 9/04 – West Chicago, IL – WC Social Club 9/05 – Flint, MI – Flint Local 432 9/06 – New Haven, IN – Carl’s Tavern 9/07 – Cleveland, OH – The Foundry 9/08 – Rochester, NY – Photo City Music Hall 9/09 – New Bedford, MA – The Vault 9/10 – Raleigh, NC – Chapel of Bones 9/11 – Spartanburg, SC – GroundZero (Special Guest to Crypta) 9/12 – Chattanooga, TN – JJ’s Bohemia 9/13 – Wallingford, CT – Cherry St. Station 9/14 – Dunbar, WV – Live at the Shop 9/15 – Charleston, SC – Tin Roof 9/17 – Orlando, FL – Conduit 9/18 – Fort Pierce, FL – Tipsy Tiki 9/19 – Tampa, FL – Brass Mug 9/20 – Long Beach, MS – Trax Bar & Grill
Special Guest to Filth: 9/21 – Atlanta, GA – Boggs Social & Supply 9/22 – Pensacola, FL – Handlebar 9/23 – Shreveport, LA – Strange Brew 9/24 – Amarillo, TX – The Atomic Yellow 9/25 – Denver, CO – Black Buzzard at Oskar Blues 9/26 – Greeley, CO – Moxi Theater 9/27 – Casper, WY – Wyoming Hardcore Festival 9/28 – Colorado Springs, CO – Vultures 9/29 – Lincoln, NE – Witches’ Brew 9/30 – Nashville, TN – The End
Acclaimed international black metal duo OUTLAW has announced the forthcoming release of their 4th album, Opus Mortis, due out October 31st from AOP Records. Today, OUTLAW has released the records’ first single, “Through The Infinite Darkness.”
Commenting on the song, the band says:
“This song is closer to what we presented before, and that’s why we wanted to release it first. The rest of the album is a journey to something unexplored by us until now.“
A Million Midnights (feat. Lucas Veles // Blasphemaniac)
Those Who Breathe Fire (feat. Georgios // Dödsrit)
A Subtle Intimation
Ruins of Existence
AboutOUTLAW: Over the past decade, Outlaw has released three full-length albums and one EP, each step a deeper descent into their own path. Their music is steeped in darkness, yet illuminated by a relentless drive to transcend the mundane, channeling fury, devotion and death into soundscapes that are as violent as they are cathartic.
With the upcoming album Opus Mortis, Outlaw opens a new chapter. It stands as their most ambitious and destructive work to date. An offering that embodies the essence of the band: raw, visionary and unbound.
D. : Guitars, Bass and Vocals T. : Drums and Synths
Power metal titans ADAMANTIS are thrilled to announce their Reforged Summer Tour, bringing their thunderous new album to fans across the country. Following the release of their highly praised record, Reforged, via No Remorse Records, ADAMANTIS is ready to hit the road and unleash their epic anthems live.
“We are incredibly excited to bring the music of Reforged to our fans this summer,” says vocalist Jeff Stark. “We put everything we had into this album, and it’s a huge honor to share it with everyone in person. Get ready for a night of pure, unadulterated power metal!”
The Reforged Summer Tour promises a powerful, unforgettable experience, showcasing the band’s dynamic songwriting and electrifying stage presence. Fans can expect to hear new favorites from Reforged alongside classic tracks that have solidified ADAMANTIS’s place in the modern metal scene.
Tour Dates:
August 23 — Ortlieb’s, Philadelphia, PA
August 24 — The Wood Shop, Brooklyn, NY
August 25 — Poetry Lounge, Pittsburgh, PA
August 28 — The Black Circle, Indianapolis, IN
August 29 — Blades of Steel Metalfest, Madison, WI
August 30 — Maple Grove, Cleveland, OH
More dates to be announced soon.
Released by No Remorse Records, Reforgedhas been met with widespread critical acclaim for its soaring melodies, intricate instrumentation, and powerful storytelling. The album is available now on all major streaming platforms and in physical formats which can be purchased HERE.
Tickets & Info:
Ticket links and VIP details will be posted at the band’s official channels. Follow ADAMANTIS on social media for updates and additional tour announcements.
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