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GRIM LEGION (Members of EVOKEN & CONDITION CRITICAL) to Release Harbingers Of Death on July 10th via Horror Pain Gore Death

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

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Horror Pain Gore Death Productions are set to release the new album from New Jersey’s old school Death Metal veterans GrimLegion. Harbingers Of Death is up now for pre-order and will be released July 10th on CD and Digital formats along with merch. Grim Legion features members of Evoken and Condition Critical. 

Following up on the acclaimed 2014 album Unholy Resurrection, New Jersey’s GrimLegion (formed back in 1988) return from the grave once again to unleash more vicious old school Death Metal insanity. Harbingers Of Death showcases 10 punishing tracks of sheer brutality and crushing torment for real ones only! The current Grim Legion lineup consists of John Paradiso (Evoken), Randy Cavanaugh (Evoken), Ryan Donato (Condition Critical), Markus Misery (Fatal Array) and Devlin Bane (Godzero, Nucleus, Fatal Array).

FFO: Asphyx, Autopsy, Cianide, Coffins, Disma, Fleshcrawl, Funebrarum, Grave, Incantation and Undergang.

TRACK-LISTING:

1. Mutilation Scream

2. Found Dead

3. Planet Of The Dead

4. Seraphic Decay

5. Sentenced To Oblivion

6. Descend Into Hell

7. Harbingers Of Death

8. Undead And Buried

9. Slaughter Of Kings

10. Suicide Salvation

Listen to the single “Found Dead” at: youtu.be/XBMRbMDKk8A

Pre-order the CD for only $10 at: https://shop.horrorpaingoredeath.com/products/grim-legion-harbingers-of-death-cd

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

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

Pre-order the T-Shirt for only $20 at: https://shop.horrorpaingoredeath.com/products/grim-legion-harbingers-of-death-t-shirt

Horror Pain Gore Death Productions:

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https://shop.horrorpaingoredeath.com

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WHITECHAPEL Announces Special 20th Anniversary Headlining Tour This Fall ~ Tickets On Sale Now

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

Photo by Alex Morgan

WHITECHAPEL will celebrate their 20th anniversary with a special North American headlining tour this Fall where they‘ll perform songs from their entire discography! Presented by Live Nation, the trek will commence on November 11th in Atlanta, Georgia and run through December 18th in Pelham, Tennessee. Support will be provided by Chelsea Grin, The Acacia Strain, and Netherwalker.

Comments WHITECHAPEL guitarist Alex Wade, “We are excited to announce our 20th Anniversary Tour taking place this Fall. We would have never believed we would have made it 20 years after we started this band in 2006, but here we are celebrating it, and we are proud that we are undertaking our largest headline tour to date to commemorate that. Joining us will be our friends who need no introduction, Chelsea Grin and The Acacia Strain, along with deathcore up and comers, Netherwalker. We will be playing songs from our entire discography, no albums left out, so if you want to see us play our longest set in the biggest venues we’ve ever played, get your tickets now and don’t miss out!”

WHITECHAPEL w/ Chelsea Grin, The Acacia Strain, Netherwalker:
11/11/2026 Tabernacle – Atlanta, GA
11/13/2026 House Of Blues – Buena Vista, FL
11/14/2026 House Of Blues – North Myrtle Beach, SC
11/16/2026 The Fillmore Charlotte – Charlotte, NC
11/17/2026 Roxian Theatre Presented by Citizens – Mckees Rocks, PA
11/19/2026 Nevermore Hall – Baltimore, MD
11/20/2026 Starland Ballroom – Sayreville, NJ
11/21/2026 The Palladium – Worcester, MA
11/22/2026 MTELUS – Montreal, QC w/ Carcosa **
11/24/2026 HISTORY – Toronto, ON w/ Carcosa **
11/25/2026 Royal Oak Music Theatre – Royal Oak, OH
11/28/2026 Riviera Theatre – Chicago, IL
11/29/2026 The Fillmore – Minneapolis, MN
12/01/2026 Ogden Theatre – Denver, CO
12/03/2026 The Union Event Center – Salt Lake City, UT
12/04/2026 Treefort Music Hall – Boise, ID
12/05/2026 Showbox SoDo – Seattle, WA
12/07/2026 Channel 24 – Sacramento, CA
12/08/2026 House Of Blues – Anaheim, CA
12/09/2026 The Van Buren – Phoenix, AZ
12/11/2026 The Aztec Theatre – San Antonio, TX
12/12/2026 Diamond Ballroom – Oklahoma City, OK
12/13/2026 House Of Blues – Houston, TX
12/14/2026 House Of Blues – Dallas, TX
12/16/2026 The Andrew J. Brady Music Center – Cincinnati, OH
12/18/2026 The Caverns – Pelham, TN
** No Netherwalker

Hymns In Dissonance, WHITECHAPEL’s most recent studio recording released last Spring via Metal Blade Records, finds the band reinventing themselves, going darker, deeper and heavier than ever before.

Hymns In Dissonance is available now on CD, vinyl, and digital formats.For orders, visit https://lnk.to/HymnsInDissonance. Find merch bundles and band exclusive vinyl at: whitechapel.merchnow.com.

WHITECHAPEL:
Phil Bozeman – vocals
Ben Savage – lead guitar
Alex Wade – rhythm guitar
Zach Householder – guitar
Gabe Crisp – bass
Brandon Zackey – drums

https://www.whitechapelband.com

https://www.instagram.com/whitechapelband

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Source: EARSPLIT PR

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SCATTER – Incinerating Debut EP From Texas/Alaska-Based Thrash Metal Trio, Tech Hell Cyber Thrash, Out Now

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

photo by Bartek Krawczyk

Stream SCATTER’s Tech Hell Cyber Thrash HERE.

Tech Hell Cyber Thrash, the incinerating debut from Texas and Alaska-based thrash metal trio SCATTER, is out now and can be streamed in its shredding entirety.

Born out of pandemic hacker movie marathons and late nights soldering together guitar pedal clones, SCATTER is the brainchild of Spenser Hodge and a love letter to 90s cyberpunk and hacker culture. Spenser enlisted Texas guitar wizard Ruben Cantu and longtime Alaskan collaborator Justin Rodda to help realize this vision.

The first material born of this collaboration now arrives with SCATTER’s debut EP, Tech Hell Cyber Thrash, a ripping and diverse collection of songs that run the gamut from classic death metal brutality to throwback speed metal harmonized leads, wrapped up in a paranoid, bloodsoaked thrash metal treatise on the interconnected hell world we call Earth. Deploying five incinerating tracks in under nineteen minutes, Tech Hell Cyber Thrash was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Greg Wilkinson at Earhammer Studios in Oakland, California (Autopsy, Vastum, Necrot) and completed with artwork by Matt Stikker (Metallica, Power Trip, Billy Strings).

Tech Hell Cyber Thrash is out now digitally through SCATTER and on cassette via Immortal Jaw Recordings limited to 50 copies. Unleash hell HERE.

https://cyberthrash.org

https://scatterthrash.bandcamp.com

https://immortaljaw.com

https://www.instagram.com/immortal_jaw

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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LEFT TO DIE Shares “Witch Of Hell” Single From Debut Full-Length, Initium Mortis, Set To Drop July 17th On Relapse Records

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

Photo by George Chalupa

Recent Relapse Records signees LEFT TO DIE will unleash their debut full-length, Initium Mortis, on July 17th. Today, the band shares the album’s second single, “Witch Of Hell,” which originates back to some of Death’s earliest live demos!

Comments Terry Butler (Obituary, ex-Death), “‘Witch Of Hell’ is a straight up banger. No frills, old-school death metal at its finest. This is how it’s done and it would be a blueprint for future death/thrash bands!”

Stream “Witch Of Hell” on the Relapse YouTube Channel HERE and on all streaming services HERE.

Stream previously released lead single “Archangel” HERE.

Initium Mortis sees the supergroup – including original Death members Terry Butler (Obituary) and Rick Rozz (Massacre) – joining gore metal pioneer Matt Harvey (Exhumed, Gruesome) and Gus Rios (Gruesome) to capture the morbid depths of Death’s early catalog.

Initium Mortis will be released on CD, LP, cassette, and digital formats. Find preorders at Relapse.com HERE.

Cover art by Dan Goldsworthy

Initium Mortis – Track Listing:

1. Legion Of Doom

2. Archangel

3. Power Of Darkness

4. Zombie

5. Witch Of Hell

6. Rise Of Satan

7. Summoned To Die

8. Mantas

9. Slaughterhouse

10. Death By Metal

https://www.instagram.com/left_to_die_official/

https://www.facebook.com/lefttodiedeathmetal

https://lefttodiedeathmetal.bandcamp.com

https://www.relapse.com

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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CASTLE RAT Summon The Beasts Fall US Tour 2026 – Dates, Cities & Venues Listed

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

From Castle Rat Facebook:

Join 𝕮𝖆𝖘𝖙𝖑𝖊 𝕽𝖆𝖙 as they 𝕾𝖚𝖒𝖒𝖔𝖓 𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕭𝖊𝖆𝖘𝖙𝖘 in 𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕽𝖊𝖆𝖑𝖒 nearest you:

Sep 23 – Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage
Sep 25 – Charlotte, NC – Neighborhood Theatre
Sep 26 – Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
Sep 28 – Dallas, TX – The Studio at The Bomb Factory
Sep 30 – Mesa, AZ – The Nile Theater
Oct 01 – Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco
Oct 03 – Berkeley, CA – The UC Theatre
Oct 06 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theater
Oct 07 – Seattle, WA – The Showbox Market
Oct 09 – Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory
Oct 10 – Boise, ID – Shrine Social Club
Oct 11 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Grand
Oct 12 – Denver, CO – The Ogden Theatre
Oct 14 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater
Oct 15 – Chicago, IL – Concord Music Hall
Oct 16 – Detroit, MI – The Majestic Theatre
Oct 17 – Toronto, ON – The Opera House
Oct 19 – Montréal, QC – Théâtre Beanfield
Oct 20 – Worcester, MA – The Palladium
Oct 21 – New York, NY – Webster Hall

Together, we expand and defend 𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕽𝖊𝖆𝖑𝖒!

Tickets on sale now at: https://castlerat.com/

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LA Symphonic Metal LEVINIA Sinks Their Teeth Into 2026 With Dracula Inspired Single “Bite”

Posted in Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on June 13, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Photo Credit – Dream of Mirrors Photography
L-R – Alon Mei-Tal – Guitar, Liam Alexander – Bass, Kourt Henson – Vocals, Dylan Suierveld – Drums

Los Angeles cinematic‑metal outfit Levinia returns with the third installment of their 2026 four‑single cycle, releasing their heaviest and most visceral track yet: “Bite.” The single and accompanying music video arrive as the follow‑up to the band’s recent releases “Silver Tongues” and “The Thorn,” continuing the group’s evolution into a darker, sharper, and more emotionally charged era.

“Bite,” like all four upcoming singles, is produced by Brandon Friesen (Halestorm, Nickelback, The Hu, Papa Roach), whose cinematic approach and modern metal sensibilities have helped elevate Levinia’s sound into its most refined form to date.

Drawing inspiration from Dracula, specifically the character of Mina Murray/Harker, “Bite” reimagines the classic Gothic arc of vulnerability transformed into strength. Vocalist Kourt Henson channels Mina’s evolution from prey to force of will, weaving a narrative of emotional reclamation, toxic entanglement, and the quiet power of survival.

“‘Bite’ is for anyone who’s ever felt drained by something or someone that tried to control them. It’s about finding the strength to fight back and become something stronger than what tried to break you,” says Henson.

Musically, “Bite” is Levinia at their most aggressive, relentless riffs, cinematic tension, and a vocal performance that swings between haunting restraint and explosive catharsis. Fans of the band’s heavier material, especially tracks like “Push and Pull,” will immediately gravitate toward its intensity.

The single’s artwork features a single drop of blood, a minimalist but potent symbol tied directly to the song’s themes. More than a nod to vampiric imagery, the blood represents the shedding of a former self, a transformation born from pain, loss, and the reclaiming of personal power.

“Bite” continues Levinia’s 2026 collaboration with producer Brandon Friesen, who worked closely with guitarist Alon Mei‑Tal and vocalist Kourt Henson during pre‑production to refine the band’s most ambitious material yet. The partnership has resulted in a sound that is heavier, more cinematic, and more emotionally deliberate than anything in the band’s catalog.

This single marks the third chapter in a four‑part release cycle that showcases the full spectrum of Levinia’s identity, from groove‑driven modern metal to atmospheric balladry to the ferocity embodied in “Bite.”

Levinia:
Vocals – Kourt Henson
Guitar – Alon Mei-Tal
Bass – Liam Alexander
Drums – Dylan Suierveld

Recommended for fans of Within Temptation, Amaranthe, Nightwish, Lacuna Coil, and Delain. Listen to “Bite” at the following links:

Video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55Uw9l0cmAA​

Digital – https://hypeddit.com/levinia/bite612

Previous Singles:

“Silver Tongues” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vqhk6j6wzKs

“The Thorn” – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30EmGiQL7ug

More info: 

​https://www.leviniaofficial.com/​

​https://instagram.com/leviniaofficial​

https://www.facebook.com/LeviniaOfficial/

About: Levinia blends symphonic atmosphere, modern metal aggression, and cinematic storytelling into a sound influenced by Epica, Lacuna Coil, Sabaton, Disturbed, and Evanescence. Formed from the ashes of Los Angeles power‑metal band Aerius, the group has spent nearly a decade refining its identity into something bold, emotional, and unmistakably its own.

Source: ASHER MEDIA RELATIONS

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BLOODHUNTER Release New Album Sons Of The Abandoned Today and Unveil New Video “Masters Of Deceive”

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on June 12, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

[Photo Credit: Beatriz Mariano]

Order “Sons Of The Abandoned” HERE:
http://bloodhunter.rpm.link/sonsPR

Spanish melodic death metal powerhouse BLOODHUNTER have officially released their brand-new studio album “Sons Of The Abandoned” via ROAR – A Division of Reigning Phoenix Music.  

Marking this milestone, the band are not only kicking off a run of Spanish live dates alongside CRYPTA today, but are also premiering a brand-new music video for “Masters Of Deceive”, one of the album’s most dynamic and emotionally charged tracks. 

Guitarist Dani Arcos comments: “This song is insane. We mixed guttural and melodic vocals, slow and melodic choruses with the most extreme riffs on the album… and there’s even a recorded piano that you only realize has been there the whole time at the end of the song.”

Vocalist Diva Satánica adds: “This song includes my very first clean backing vocals in BLOODHUNTER. I really wanted to give it a try because it represented the eternal disappointment of people trying to pull out from me a different version of myself but which I didn’t really feel identified with as a vocalist. This song speaks about toxic environments and how hard is to step out from there to follow your own path. It was the first song that we wrote for this album: it goes from a very dramatic chorus to the most enraged verses, to represent the complex dynamics in a relationship.”

BLOODHUNTER – Masters Of Deceive (Official Music Video): https://youtu.be/6bnYKLa_Jgo

Formed in Galicia, BLOODHUNTER have steadily carved their name into the international extreme metal scene through relentless touring, uncompromising sound and a clear artistic vision. Fronted by Diva Satanica, the band blends extreme metal aggression with melodic depth, groove and narrative ambition, forging a sound that is both ferocious and emotionally charged. 

Since their inception, BLOODHUNTER have stood out for their conceptual approach and strong identity. Their music has always balanced brutality with atmosphere, drawing from themes such as ancient civilizations, power, human conflict and transcendence. Over the years, the band has evolved naturally, refining their songwriting and pushing beyond genre boundaries without losing their aggressive core.

“Sons Of The Abandoned”, produced by Tue Madsen, marks a turning point in BLOODHUNTER’s career. It is their most personal and honest album so far, shifting the focus inward to explore identity, vulnerability, personal struggle and the cost of pursuing one’s own path.

For the first time, the lyrics speak directly from the heart, addressing inner demons, toxic environments, generational disconnection and the feeling of being lost in a world driven by individuality and superficial values. Musically, the album expands the band’s palette. Crushing riffs coexist with elegant grooves and striking melodic passages, while sharp contrasts define the songwriting: rage against beauty, speed against atmosphere, darkness against clarity.

Order “Sons Of The Abandoned” HERE:
http://bloodhunter.rpm.link/sonsPR

With “Sons Of The Abandoned”, BLOODHUNTER solidify themselves as a band unafraid to evolve, challenge expectations and expose their own scars. This is not just another extreme metal album, it is a statement of identity, resistance and survival in a world that constantly demands compromise.

BLOODHUNTER:
Diva Satánica – Vocals
Dani Arcos – Guitar
G. Starless – Guitar
Adrián Perales – Drums
Fabián Tejeda – Bass

Track-list:
1. The Devil’s Own
2. The Outspoken 
3. Threshold Of Hell 
4. Ephemeral Youth
5. Sons Of The Abandoned 
6. No One Beats Death 
7. Code Aeternam 
8. The Path That Never Ends
9. The Night Is Darker Before The Dawn
10. Masters Of Deceive
11. Human Insecticide

BLOODHUNTER Live, with CRYPTA:
June 12 – Madrid @ Revi Live
June 14 – Mos @ Sala Rebullón
June 15 – Vitoria @ Urban Rock Concept
June 16 – Valencia @ Sala Rock City
June 17 – Badalona @ Sala Estraperlo

For More Info Visit: 
Official Site: https://bloodhunter.rpm.link/sitePR

Facebook: https://bloodhunter.rpm.link/facebookPR

Instagram: https://bloodhunter.rpm.link/instagramPR

Source: C Squared Music

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REEKMIND: Crushing Death-Doom Collective Announces New EP Glints From The Crematorium

Posted in Death Metal, doom metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on June 11, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Australian death-doom collective REEKMIND is set to release its new EP Glints From The Crematorium on CD and 12” vinyl format on July 24th, 2026 through Night Terrors Records, further expanding the band’s bleak and emotionally devastating sonic universe.

Building upon the foundations established with their debut full-length, the group now pushes its sound into more exploratory territory, embracing new twists, dynamic shifts and experimental textures without sacrificing any of its crushing heaviness.

Rooted in massive riffs, oppressive atmospheres and an overwhelming sense of emotional collapse, REEKMIND continues to channel a form of catharsis where despair and weight coexist in perfect balance. The new material preserves the raw and organic intensity that defined the band’s earlier work, while broadening its expressive scope through more fluid structures and a deeper focus on tension, contrast and immersive pacing.

The EP also features guest vocals by Daniel Butler (Vastum, Decrepisy, Acephalix) on “Flesh Draped on a Pitiful Frame”, adding an additional layer of hostility and anguish to the release. Furthermore, the track “Rehearsal in a Body of Death” will appear exclusively as a bonus track on the physical edition and will not be made available digitally.

The single “Cyst Megalith” is now streaming HERE.

The band commented:

“‘Cyst Megalith’ is our first proper foray into a faster tempo of muck and aural detritus. It results in our shortest non-instrumental song to date, a stark contrast when paired with the longest and darkest song thus far on this EP. ‘Cyst’ expresses the growing mound of mental trauma that manifests into a growth encompassing a being past the point of recognition. A bridge from ‘Mired In The Reek Of Grief’ to our next LP, this single showcases a forthcoming darker, more unforgiving sound that continues to manifest onwards”.

Track-list:

  1. Flesh Draped on a Pitiful Frame
  2. Cyst Megalith
  3. Rehearsal in a Body of Death (Bonus Track)

Line-up:

Dane – Vocals & Lyrics
Nicholas – Guitars
Lem – Bass
Ned – Drums

Recorded and mixed by Lewis Noke Edwards at Black Lodge Studios in August & October 2025
Mastered by Dan Lowndes at Resonance Sound Studios
Rehearsal In a Body of Death performed live at Black Lodge Studios
Additional vocals on Flesh Draped on a Pitiful Frame by Daniel Butler
Artwork by Lord_Serus
Photography by Keegan Thomas 

REEKMIND:

https://reekmind.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/reekmind/

Night Terrors Records:

https://night-terrors-records.net/

https://night-terrors-records.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/night_terrors_records/

https://www.facebook.com/p/Night-Terrors-Records-100088326873332/

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BELPHEGOR Announces “Praise The Beast” European Tour 2026

Posted in Black Metal, Death Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on June 11, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Black Death Metal force BELPHEGOR will unleash their magickal processions across Europe in autumn 2026 with the “Praise The Beast” European Tour 2026.

The trek kicks off on September 29th at Turock in Essen, Germany, and will storm through Belgium, the Netherlands, Scandinavia, Central Europe, Poland, and the UK before reaching its final ritual on October 18th at The Underworld in London.

Joining BELPHEGOR as special guests are Death Metal legends KRISIUN and Black Metal coven ASAGRAUM. A fourth band will be announced soon. Stay tuned.

BELPHEGOR “Praise The Beast” European Tour 2026:

29.09. – GER – Essen, Turock
30.09. – BEL – Kortrijk, DVG
01.10. – NLD – Dordrecht, Bibelot
02.10. – NLD – Hengelo, Metropool
03.10. – TBA
04.10. – SWE – Gothenburg, Monument
06.10. – FIN – Helsinki, On The Rocks
07.10. – SWE – Stockholm, Kollektivet Livet
08.10. – SWE – Malmö, Plan B
09.10. – GER – Berlin, Musikbrauerei
10.10. – CZE – Uherske Hradiste, Klub Mir
11.10. – CZE – Plzen, Serikovka
13.10. – POL – Krakow, Hype Park
14.10. – POL – Gdańsk, Drizzly Grizzly
15.10. – GER – Osnabrück, Bastard Club
16.10. – UK – Sheffield, Corporation
17.10. – UK – Torquay, Arena
18.10. – UK – London, The Underworld

Tickets and additional information will be available through local venues and promoters.

BELPHEGOR – “Scarlet Beast – Leviathan” (Official Music Video) – https://youtu.be/R84svP3mTJo

About BELPHEGOR:

Since their formation in 1993 in Austria, BELPHEGOR have stood as one of the most brutal and transgressive forces in black death metal. Founded by vocalist and guitarist Helmuth Lehner, the band has spent over three decades refining a sound forged in fire and sacrilege, merging the violent precision of death metal with the ritualistic darkness of black metal.

Their musick is an invocation of infernal power, a soundwall of relentless blasphemy.

From the raw intensity of early releases like The Last Supper (1995), Blutsabbath (1997), and Necrodaemon Terrorsathan (2000), to the increasingly sophisticated compositions found on albums such as Lucifer Incestus, Bondage Goat Zombie, Pestapokalypse VI, and Totenritual, BELPHEGOR have continually pushed the boundaries of extreme musick. Each release marks a further descent into forbidden territory.

The band’s thematic focus with ritual magick, religious inversion, and arcane symbolism is matched by their technical mastery, multilingual lyrics, and sonic experimentation.

With their twelfth studio album The Devils (2022), BELPHEGOR delivered one of their most punishing and ambitious records to date.

Source: C Squared Music

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ANNIHILUS MUNDI Presents “The Dead Sea Scrolls, Mvt. II – ‘Incursion'” ~ Announces New Album The Dead Sea Scrolls

Posted in Extreme Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on June 10, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Watch “The Dead Sea Scrolls, Mvt. II – ‘Incursion'” HERE: https://youtu.be/u1VyZHxYVOQ

“The Dead Sea Scrolls, Mvt. II – ‘Incursion‘” is the new single release from progressive extreme metal project ANNIHILUS MUNDI. The track offers a further taste of the band’s forthcoming sophomore album, The Dead Sea Scrolls, scheduled for independent release on November 6, 2026.  

Loosely following the story of the 1995 anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion, “The Dead Sea Scrolls, Mvt. II – ‘Incursion'” opens with a flashback to the Katsuragi expedition. On the album, “The Dead Sea Scrolls, Mvt. I” and “Mvt. II” combine to form an epic 13-minute opus. While the former delves into project mastermind Daniel Saillant’s personal experiences, the latter focuses on fictional examples from Evangelion.

“The Dead Sea Scrolls, Mvt. II – ‘Incursion'” describes a society who has constructed their goals based on face-value interpretations of the words of ancient civilizations, leading to their mutual destruction.

Lyrically, Composer and lyricist Daniel Saillant explains, “the opening verses about the Katsuragi expedition detail how the titular Dead Sea Scrolls led to the discovery of Adam, the First Angel in Antarctica. Future verses describe how the Angels’ mission to reunite with Adam is motivated by clandestine knowledge given to them by their God, which exists entirely in the shadows. Both the humans and Angels alike operate under the directive of ancient religious knowledge, and in both cases, countless lives are lost and endless destruction is wrought across the planet.”

ANNIHILUS MUNDI traverse an amalgamation of styles across “The Dead Sea Scrolls, Mvt. II – ‘Incursion'”. The track opens with clean tones of acoustic guitar melodies, vocal harmonies, and an enveloping somber mood. Obliterating harsh tones strike through the atmosphere with thunderous impact, and the song features a guitar solo by Andrew Matarazzo (PERENNIAL QUEST). Orchestral strings bring an otherworldly power alongside aggressive harsh vocals and ferocious riffs. The dramatic interplay of light and shade pervades throughout the instrumental arrangements of “The Dead Sea Scrolls, Mvt. II – ‘Incursion'”.

The Dead Sea Scrolls explores the personal lived experiences of composer and lyricist Daniel Saillant. In a fusion of genres and artforms, ANNIHILUS MUNDI presents the central concepts through the lens of Hideaki Anno’s notorious 1995 anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion and its subsequent 1997 film The End of Evangelion. 

The Dead Sea Scrolls – Track List: 

1. Second Impact (Overture) 
2. Absolute Terror 
3. A Hedgehog’s Dilemma
4. The Dead Sea Scrolls, Mvt. I – “Reminiscence” 
5. The Dead Sea Scrolls, Mvt. II – “Incursion”
6. Black Moon
7. King of Thorns
8. Terminal Dogma, Mvt. I – “Do you love me?” 
9. Terminal Dogma, Mvt. II – “Take care of yourself.” 
10. Terminal Dogma, Mvt. III – “Love is destructive.”
11. Terminal Dogma, Mvt. IV – “I need you.”
12. Silent Planet 
13. Human Instrumentality  

The Dead Sea Scrolls was produced, mixed and mastered, and engineered by Daniel Saillant at Wailing Pines Productions. The album’s artwork was created by Chris at Misanthropic Designs.

About ANNIHILUS MUNDI:

Formed in 2018, ANNIHILUS MUNDI is the creation of Daniel Saillant, blending elements of death metal, shoegaze, and progressive rock. His 2019 debut album Grief and subsequent releases have positioned him as a distinctive voice in the underground metal scene. Inspired by bands such as CYNIC, DEAFHEAVEN, and DREAM THEATER, Saillant continues to push musical boundaries, combining harsh and clean vocals, complex guitar arrangements, and introspective lyrics.

Connect with ANNIHILUS MUNDI:

Bandcamp: https://annihilusmundi.bandcamp.com/music

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

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

Source: C Squared Music

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FUMING MOUTH Announce New Album The Ringing Bell ~ New Single & Video “A Blaze Of Nihilism” Streaming Now

Posted in Death Metal, hardcore, hardcore metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on June 9, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Massachusetts metal powerhouse FUMING MOUTH has announced their highly anticipated new full-length album, The Ringing Bell, due out July 17th via Triple B Records.

The album marks the first FUMING MOUTH recording to feature drummer Jay Weinberg alongside vocalist/guitarist Mark Whelan, guitarist Pat Merson, and bassist Chris Berg. Recorded at GodCity Studio with Kurt Ballou, The Ringing Bell finds the band pushing their trademark fusion of death metal and hardcore to new extremes, delivering the most powerful and fully realized release of their career.

Today, the band also unveil the album’s lead single and music video, “A Blaze of Nihilism,” offering the first glimpse into the relentless intensity and sharpened songwriting that define the record.

Stream “A Blaze of Nihilism” and pre-order The Ringing Bell: 
http://lnk.to/FUMINGMOUTH

“A BLAZE OF NIHILISM” MUSIC VIDEO:
https://youtu.be/o5ub7cyloTc

For centuries, the ringing of a bell has signified moments of consequence; warning of danger, marking celebration, calling communities together, or signaling the completion of a difficult journey. The symbolism resonates deeply throughout The Ringing Bell, an album forged through perseverance, transformation, and an unwavering commitment to moving forward.

Since emerging from New England’s underground more than a decade ago, FUMING MOUTH have steadily established themselves as one of heavy music’s most respected and uncompromising bands. What began as a passion project led by Whelan evolved into a globally recognized force through a string of acclaimed releases, relentless touring, and an ever-expanding reputation for combining crushing heaviness with genuine emotional weight.

The Ringing Bell Track List:
1. Cheat Death
2. Self-Exhumed
3. Finally Fearless
4. A Blaze of Nihilism
5. After Oblivion
6. Hidden in the Moor
7. Vivid Revelations
8. Flourishing Flesh
9. The Ringing Bell
10. Barbarian Scourge
11. Respect Mortality

Across The Ringing Bell, the band refine every aspect of their sound. Towering riffs, punishing rhythms, bleak atmosphere, and memorable songwriting collide with a newfound sense of focus and urgency. Weinberg’s explosive performance behind the kit injects fresh energy into the material, while Whelan’s unmistakable vocal ferocity and guitar work drive the album forward with uncompromising intensity.

The result is a record that feels both deeply personal and universally cathartic; an album born from struggle, perseverance, and the determination to emerge stronger from adversity.

In support of The Ringing Bell, FUMING MOUTH will embark on a US tour with SIX FEET UNDER in August, followed by a tour with REVOCATION, DEFEATED SANITY, AND WEEPING in September/October . Tickets are available now at: https://fumingmouth.com/pages/tour

Aug 12 – St. Louis, MO @ Red Flag
Aug 13 – Des Moines, IA @ XBK
Aug 14 – Indianapolis, IN @ Black CIrcle
Aug 15 – Manitowoc, WI @ Petskull Brewing
Aug 16 – Cadillac, MI @ The Venue
Aug 19 – Rochester, NY @ Photo City Music Hall
Aug 20 – Baltimore, MD @ Metro Gallery
Aug 21 – Harrisburg, PA @ Capital City Music Hall
Aug 22 – Cleveland, OH @ No Class

Sep 10 – Worcester, MA @ The Palladium
Sep 11 – Montreal, QC @ Foufounes
Sep 12 – Toronto, ON @ Lee’s Palace
Sep 13 – Detroit, MI @ Sanctuary
Sep 15 – St. Paul, MN @ Amsterdam Bar
Sep 16 – Winnipeg, MB @ Park Theatre
Sep 17 – Regina, SK @ The Exchange
Sep 18 – Edmonton, AB @ Starlite Room
Sep 19 – Calgary, AB @ Dickens
Sep 20 – Kelowna, BC @ The Revelry
Sep 22 – Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw
Sep 23 – Seattle, WA @ El Corazon
Sep 24 – Portland, OR @ Dante’s
Sep 25 – San Jose, CA @ The Ritz
Sep 26 – Los Angeles, CA @ 1720
Sep 27 – Mesa, AZ @ Nile Underground
Sep 28 – Las Vegas, NV @ Backstage Bar
Sep 30 – Denver, CO @ HQ
Oct 1 – Omaha, NE @ The Waiting Room
Oct 2 – Chicago, IL @ Reggies
Oct 3 – Columbus, OH @ Ace of Cups
Oct 4 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Preserving Underground
Oct 6 – Nashville, TN @ Exit/In
Oct 7 – Asheville, NC @ Eulogy
Oct 8 – Richmond, VA @ The Canal Club
Oct 9 – Brooklyn, NY @ Music Hall of Williamsburg
Oct 10 – Philadelphia, PA @ Underground Arts

Follow FUMING MOUTH: 
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ETERNAL MOURN: Italian Death-Doom Newcomers to Release Winds of Sorrow EP

Posted in Death Metal, doom metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on June 8, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Italian death-doom newcomers ETERNAL MOURN have signed with Terror From Hell Records for the release of their debut EP, Winds of Sorrow, scheduled for July 20th, 2026.

Born from the collaboration between drummer Debla and guitarist/vocalist Gabriel (Black Oath, The Rite, Extirpation), and later completed by guitarist Eros (Extirpation, Funest) and bassist/vocalist Santo (Araphel, Demonomancy), ETERNAL MOURN emerged from a shared desire to channel feelings of melancholy, frustration, inner decay and loss into music steeped in darkness and emotion.

Drawing heavily from the great death-doom tradition of the 1990s, the band pays homage to genre-defining acts such as Paradise Lost, Katatonia and Cemetary while avoiding mere nostalgia. Instead, ETERNAL MOURN reinterpret those influences with remarkable confidence and authenticity, crafting songs that feel complete, memorable and emotionally resonant, without sacrificing the raw and rugged edge that lies at the heart of classic doom/death metal.

Recorded at Spvn Studio in Guanzate, Italy, Winds of Sorrow consists of three carefully crafted tracks that capture the essence of the band’s vision: mournful melodies, somber atmospheres and a pervasive sense of desolation intertwined with powerful riffs and heartfelt performances. The result is a debut that balances melancholy and heaviness with natural ease, establishing ETERNAL MOURN as a promising new name within the contemporary death-doom scene.

The video of the title-track is streaming HERE.

Track-list:

  1. Falling Tears
  2. Embracing Tragedy
  3. Winds of Sorrow

ETERNAL MOURN:

https://www.instagram.com/eternal_mourn/

Terror From Hell Records:

https://terrorfromhellrecords.bandcamp.com/

https://www.tfhrecords.com/terrorfromhell/

https://www.facebook.com/TerrorFromHellRecords/

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IRA BLACK Enters A New Era With APOCÆLYPSE’S Debut Single “INTELL-I-GENTS”

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on June 7, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Mind Melting Metal Project Led By Ira Black (Vio-Lence, Lizzy Borden, Metal Church) Unveils First Glimpse Of Upcoming Full-Length Album

Created and fronted by veteran guitarist Ira Black (Vio-Lence, Metal Church, I Am Morbid, Lizzy Borden, Westfield Massacre), APOCÆLYPSE represents a bold new chapter in his career. Stepping beyond his celebrated role as a guitarist, Black takes center stage as vocalist, songwriter, and creative architect, delivering a sound that merges crushing modern metal with cinematic atmosphere and thought-provoking themes.

“INTELL-I-GENTS” serves as the band’s introduction and a statement of intent. Driven by towering riffs, industrial textures, and anthemic melodies, the song explores the growing influence of artificial intelligence, digital surveillance, and society’s increasingly complex relationship with technology. Equal parts cautionary tale and futuristic metal anthem, the track offers a glimpse into the conceptual depth that defines APOCÆLYPSE’s vision.

“INTELL-I-GENTS” Single Artwork

Commenting on the incendiary new song, Black states: 

“Intell-I-Gents’ is my transmission from the edge of a world quietly handing its pulse to machines, where convenience becomes consent and intelligence starts writing the rules we live by. I fused Industrial/Metal weight with Electronic pulse to mirror that tension: a human heartbeat colliding with an algorithm that never sleeps. This song isn’t a warning from the future, it’s a mirror held to right now, asking who’s really in control as we cross the line.” 

The accompanying music video, directed by Vicente Cordero of Industrialism Films and co-directed by Black, brings the song’s themes to life through a striking visual narrative that reflects the tension between humanity and the rapidly evolving digital world.

Stream “INTELL-I-GENTS“: 

https://vyd.co/Intell-i-gents

“INTELL-I-GENTS” MUSIC VIDEO:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmuct_tKPgg

APOCÆLYPSE features a powerhouse lineup led by Ira Black alongside his son, guitarist Ira Black IV, whose classical training and technical prowess bring a unique dynamic to the band’s sound. Rounding out the lineup are bassist Matt Snell (formerly of Five Finger Death Punch) and drummer Lonny Pasillas (formerly of Deadsett and Kill Devil Hill). Together, the group blends decades of experience with a forward-thinking approach, crafting modern metal that is both crushingly heavy and ambitiously expansive. 

Further elevating the band’s debut is acclaimed producer and mixer Kane Churko, whose work on “INTELL-I-GENTS” delivers the track’s massive sonic impact. Renowned for collaborations with Ozzy Osbourne, Five Finger Death Punch and Disturbed, Churko helps shape a sound that balances crushing heaviness with contemporary clarity and precision.

The song was then mastered by Maor Appelbaum (Rob Halford, Testament, Sabaton), whose expert touch brings additional depth, power, and polish to the final mix, ensuring “INTELL-I-GENTS” hits with maximum impact.

“INTELL-I-GENTS” is the first of several singles scheduled for release throughout the summer as APOCÆLYPSE prepares to unveil their forthcoming debut album. The ten-song record is expected to arrive across digital platforms later this year, with additional music videos, live appearances, and touring plans to be announced in the coming months.

With its combination of modern metal power, cinematic ambition, and fearless subject matter, APOCÆLYPSE emerges as a new force ready to challenge expectations and confront the future head-on.

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SAVAGE: Dutch Death Metal Crew Announce New EP Septic Tomb

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on June 7, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Hailing from Groningen, The Netherlands, SAVAGE continue their march through the death metal underground with the announcement of their upcoming EP Septic Tomb, set for release on July 6th, 2026.

Born from the ashes of Dutch death metal outfit Entrapment, SAVAGE have quickly carved out a distinct identity rooted in the genre’s formative years. Drawing inspiration from legendary acts such as Nihilist, Master and Repulsion, the band delivers death metal that remains faithful to the old-school spirit while standing out through strong songwriting, memorable riffs and carefully constructed arrangements. Their songs strike immediately, combining directness and authenticity with a level of craftsmanship that rewards repeated listens.

Following the release of their well-received three-song demo in 2023 through Dawnbreed Records, SAVAGE entered Germany’s Soundlodge Studios in May 2025 to record four new tracks under the guidance of renowned producer Jörg Uken. The resulting material captures the band’s raw and uncompromising approach while showcasing their ability to write memorable death metal without sacrificing intensity or atmosphere.

The vinyl edition of Septic Tomb to be released by MilkCow Records, will include both the four new songs and the band’s 2023 demo, offering a complete snapshot of SAVAGE‘s work to date. The CD version will be released simultaneously through Dawnbreed Records and Necrolatry Records.

The band is already looking beyond this release. At the end of December 2026, SAVAGE will return to Soundlodge Studios to record five additional tracks for a future release, further cementing their commitment to carrying the torch of classic death metal.

To further mark this new chapter, SAVAGE will make their live debut at the legendary Kill-Town Death Fest in Copenhagen this September, bringing their raw and ugly sound to one of the most respected stages in the international death metal underground.

Track-list:

1. Nightmares
2. S.A.V.A.G.E.
3. Spectral Torment
4. Septic Tomb
5. Mortal Decay
6. Revulsion
7. Malformation

Line-up:

Michel – Vocals, Guitars
Sven – Guitars (live)
Jeroen – Bass (live)
Martin – Drums (live)

SAVAGE:

https://savagedeathmetal.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/savagedeathmetal666

https://www.facebook.com/SavageDeathMetal666

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BOARZOY Launch Official Music Video for “Agency (Is Necessary)”

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , on June 7, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

New Album – The Great Fires – Due Out This Summer

The Boar Metal beasts of BOARZOY have have shared the second single off their upcoming new album, The Great Fires.

“Your New Hands” is a barrage of psychedelic, and pummeling riffs, all based around the certainty of growing older, and the tribulations that come with that.

Stream the song at this location.

BOARZOY delivers a relentless, sludge-fueled and groove-forward brand of metal. Imagine a boar running roughshod through the pit at a DIY show and you’ve got BOARZOY.

The band will release The Great Fires on June 12. Pre-save the album here.

Watch the video for the album’s first single, “Agency (Is Necessary)” now at this location.

Stream the song on Spotify.

BOARZOY:
Riley Senne– Bass
Taylor Winterhalder– Drums
Rennie Boyd– Vocals
Jake Sklodowski– Guitars

BIO:
“From Boston, BOARZOY has forged their own genre, ‘Boar Metal’ – a balance of raw heaviness, eclectic styles and intense live energy. Known for their high-energy shows, the band is preparing to move to New York City later this year to further expand their reach.”

www.facebook.com/boarzoy

www.instagram.com/boarzoy.fr

www.tiktok.com/@boarzoy

Source: ClawHammer PR

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REVOCATION Announces 20 Years Of Torment North American Tour, European Festival Dates And More – Tickets On Sale Now!  

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , on June 6, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Photo by Alex Morgan

REVOCATION will commemorate their 20th anniversary with a special month-long North American headlining trek this Fall! The 20 Years Of Torment tour runs from September 10th through October 10th and will find the band performing tracks from across their entire catalog.

Support will be provided by Defeated Sanity, Fuming Mouth, and Weeping. The journey follows the band’s European tour this August which includes festival performances, headlining shows, and more. 

Comments vocalist/guitarist Dave Davidson, “20 Years Of Torment… and we’re bringing some truly sick bands with us to celebrate. We’ll be playing material that spans every record on this one, reaching back into the REVO Repository plus new material from our latest album live for the first time. See you in the pit!”

Tickets are on sale now at revocationband.com/tour. See all confirmed dates below.

REVOCATION European Tour:

8/07/2026 Alcatraz Festival – Antwerp, BE

8/08/2026 Brutal Assault – Jaroměř, CZ

8/10/2026 Béi Chéz Heinz – Hannover, DE w/ Sanguisugabogg, Internal Bleeding

8/11/2026 Baroeg – Rotterdam, NL w/ Sanguisugabogg, Internal Bleeding

8/12/2026 The Forum – Trier, DE w/ Cryptopsy, Internal Bleeding

8/14/2026 Dynamo Metalfest – Eindhoven, NL

8/15/2026 Rock The Lakes – Aarau, CH

8/17/2026 Damage Inc – Verona, IT * REVOCATION Headlining

8/19/2026 Menza Pri Koritu – Ljubljana, SI * REVOCATION Headlining

8/21/2026 Kaltenbach Open Air – Spital am Semmering, AT

8/22/2026 Deathfeast Open Air – Trier, DE

REVOCATION: 20 Years Of Torment North American Tour w/ Defeated Sanity, Fuming Mouth, Weeping:

9/10/2026 The Palladium – Worcester, MA

9/11/2026 Fou Founes – Montreal, QC

9/12/2026 Lee’s Palace – Toronto, ON

9/13/2026 Sanctuary – Detroit, MI

9/15/2026 Amsterdam Bar – St. Paul, MN

9/16/2026 Park Theatre – Winnipeg, MB

9/17/2026 The Exchange – Regina, SK

9/18/2026 Starlite Room – Edmonton, AB

9/19/2026 Dickens – Calgary, AB

9/20/2026 The Revelry – Kelowna, BC

9/22/2026 Rickshaw – Vancouver, BC

9/23/2026 El Corazon – Seattle, WA

9/24/2026 Dante’s – Portland, OR

9/25/2026 The Ritz – San Jose, CA

9/26/2026 1720 – Los Angeles, CA

9/27/2026 Nile Underground – Mesa, AZ

9/28/2026 Backstage Bar – Las Vegas, NV

9/30/2026 HQ – Denver, CO

10/01/2026 The Waiting Room – Omaha, NE

10/02/2026 Reggies – Chicago, IL

10/03/2026 Ace of Cups – Columbus, OH

10/04/2026 Preserving Underground – Pittsburgh, PA

10/06/2026 Exit/In – Nashville, TN

10/07/2026 Eulogy – Asheville, NC

10/8/2026 The Canal Club – Richmond, VA

10/9/2026 Music Hall Of Williamsburg – Brooklyn, NY

10/10/2026 Underground Arts – Philadelphia, PA

REVOCATION released their acclaimed New Gods, New Masters full-length last year via Metal Blade Records.

New Gods, New Masters was produced by Dave Davidson and mixed and mastered by Jens Bogren (The Haunted, Spiritbox) with artwork by Paolo Girardi (Bell Witch, Mother Of Graves, Black Breath, Cryptopsy). The record includes guest appearances by Jonny Davy of Job For A Cowboy, Travis Ryan of Cattle Decapitation, Luc Lemay of Gorguts, and jazz guitarist Gilad Hekselman.

https://www.revocationband.com

https://www.facebook.com/revocation

https://www.youtube.com/officialrevocation

https://www.metalblade.com

Source: EARSPLIT PR

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ORGA MECHA Releases “Cries of Redemption” Video, feat. Slough Feg’s Mike Scalzi!

Posted in Heavy Metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , on June 6, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Cover Art By: Pavel Kurbanov

Los Angeles (CA) – Trad-Metallers ORGA MECHA have released, “Cries of Redemption,” the second single from forthcoming full-length debut album, Humanity.exe! The track features none other than Slough Feg’s Mike Scalzi!

The official video for “Cries of Redemption” is available at: youtu.be/01IHED8o0vg

Listen to the song on Bandcamp and Spotify!

ORGA MECHA is a Southern California band that melds traditional heavy metal with electronic textures and futuristic, sci-fi driven themes!

The music of ORGA MECHA weaves 1980s sounds in the vein of Judas Priest, Iron Maiden and Dio, with synths, glitchy vocal effects and electronic drums heard among artists such as Dance With the Dead and Muse. Thematically, the group focuses on classic science fiction, societal decay and heavy metal unity.

ORGA MECHA is composed of Melissa Pinion (vocals/keyboards & also of STYGIAN CROWN), Raoul Rañoa (lead guitar), Rob D (bass), and Richie “Captain Black” Brooks (drums & also of NINTH CIRCLE).

Photo Credit: LaDean Rañoa  

Named in homage to the 2001 Stephen Spielberg classic “Artificial Intelligence,” ORGA MECHA‘s robust debut full-length album aims to reach both longtime classic fans, as well as metalheads looking to explore unchartered terrain.

“It’s all about classic metal, sci-fi and keytars. We’re excited to finally unleash this project and our music!” – Orga Mecha

Humanity.exe will be released June 26 on digital and CD (U.S. only) formats.

Pre-Order/Pre-Save Humanity.exe:

orgamecha.bandcamp.com/album/humanity-exe

distrokid.com/hyperfollow/orgamecha/humanityexe

FFO: Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Dio, Dance With the Dead

Track Listing:

1. Rise

2. Into the Fray

3. Idols and Gods [Video]

4. May We Never Die

5. Swords Held High

6. Steel Mandible Swarm

7. The Pestilent Age

8. Lathe of Heaven

9. Let this be Your Final Battlefield

10. Cries of Redemption (feat. Mike Scalzi) [Video]

All Music Written & Arranged By: Pinion, Rañoa, Rob D and Captain Black. All Lyrics By: Pinion.

Drums Recorded By: John Haddad @ Trench Studio in Corona, CA, Oct. 2025

All Guitars and Bass Guitars Recorded By: Raoul Rañoa @ Rullian Studio, Redlands, Calif., November 2025.

All Lead & Backing Vocals Recorded By: Melissa Pinion @ Black Door Studio in Highland, Calif. November 2025.

Guest Vocals by Mike Scalzi (SLOUGH FEG) and guest voice acting by Chris Reifert (AUTOPSY) recorded by Tom Gears @ Subterranean Studio Oakland, Calif., December 2025.

Mixing By: Raoul Rañoa, Rullian Studio, Redlands, Calif., Tucker Thomasson, Megadungeon Recording, Bloomfield, Ind., Corwin Deckard, Bloomington, Ind. and Brendin Ross @ Black Death Studio, Los Angeles, Calif.

Mastering: Charles Elliott @ Tastemaker Audio in Los Angeles, CA, March 2026.

instagram.com/orga_mecha

facebook.com/orgamechaofficial

orgamecha.bandcamp.com

youtube.com/@OrgaMechaOfficial

Source: ClawHammer PR

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DEAD VOID’s Cranial Devastation Out Now

Posted in Death Metal, doom metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news, nu metal with tags , , , , , , , on June 6, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Copenhagen death/doom entity DEAD VOID has unleashed their newest album, Cranial Devastation. 

The album is out now on CD, vinyl and digital formats via Dark Descent Records and Me Saco Un Ojo Records.

Order Cranial Devastation at:

darkdescentrecords.bandcamp.com

darkdescentrecords.com/shop

mesacounojo.bandcamp.com

On Cranial Devastation, DEAD VOID returns not with reinvention, but refinement of their singular, suffocating vision. Where the band’s debut Volatile Forms introduces a band steeped in cavernous atmosphere and psychological unease, their newest outing showcases something more deliberate, violent and far less forgiving.

Across five sprawling tracks, DEAD VOID invoke a form of doom-laden death metal that shuns clarity in favor of chaos. The album collapses inward under its own weight, lurching between glacial crawl and frantic rupture, with unearthly vocals screaming out like transmissions from beneath layers of sediment. The end result is controlled descent – oppressive, disorienting and relentless.

Recorded mostly live by Marcus Ferreira Larsen at No Master’s Voice, Cranial Devastation faithfully preserves DEAD VOID’s raw presence without sacrificing their dynamic range. The approach lends a sense of instability that permeates throughout the entire record. The album ends with a crushing Adrian Borland and The Sound cover.

Track list:
1. Regurgitation of Ancient Manifestations
2. Isolation’s Hold
3. Phantosmial Stench of Decay
4. Cranial Devastation
5. Jeg Kan Ikke Flygte Fra Mig Selv

Mastered by James Plotkin at Plotkinworks and featuring the artwork of French symbolist Odilion Redon, the album’s presentation mirrors its sound: surreal, decaying and steeped in tension.

All songs by Dead Void, except track 5 originally by Adrian Borland and The Sound. Track 5 lyrics translated by S. Boesen and K.

DEAD VOID:
A.: drums, bass, vocals
K.: guitars, bass, vocals

facebook.com/TheDeadVoid

instagram.com/deadvoidband

www.darkdescentrecords.com

darkdescentrecords.bandcamp.com

Source: ClawHammer PR

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ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD – Present Epic Interpretation Of ALICE COOPER’s “Poison” Feat. ANTHEA

Posted in gothic metal, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , on June 5, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Watch “Poison” HERE! https://youtu.be/Of3zuRnXivo

ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD has unleashed an epic and cinematic reimagining of ALICE COOPER‘s iconic track “Poison“. This release sees the symphonic progressive metal ensemble join forces with Los Angeles based symphonic/melodic metal band, ANTHEA. 

The alluring gothic mood of “Poison” is enhanced through ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD’s immersive musical arrangement. Intensity arises from the ferocious heaviness of the metal instrumentation while orchestral and synth layers sculpt an enveloping atmosphere. Haunting harmonies and technical prowess on display from ANTHEA’s vocalists Diego Valadez, Juna Pina, Astrid Anaya, and Mel Del Real elevate the track with a touch of the ethereal. 

ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD honor the character and impact of the original song while infusing the arrangement their own distinctive compositional qualities. Produced by ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD, “Poison” was recorded at Counter Communications with engineering, mixing and mastering by Chris Wirsig. The track’s cover art was created by JD McGibney.

About ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD:

Based out of Los Angeles, CA, ANGELSON THE BATTLEFIELD began as a side project for guitarist JD McGibney (ex-VOODOO KUNGFU) before augmenting to a full line-up in 2021. Alongside McGibney, the instrumental symphonic progressive metal band is now comprised of Jason Klein on bass (ex-BUTCHER BABIES), Eddie Trager on drums (ex-NEKROGOBLIKON) and Chris Wirsig on keyboards (award winning TV and film composer).

The ethos of the band is to empower listeners through music, to assist individuals who are fighting on their own battlefields and to help them find courage. ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD strive to improve awareness of and discourse around mental illness through the power of heavy metal.

The band made their live debut at the 2022 “This Is My Brave” mental health fundraiser, where the band helped to raise around $30,000 to donate to local Los Angeles mental health charities.

2024 saw ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD open for Taiwanese folk metal artist NiNi at her debut USA headline show in November of 2024. In the following year, the quartet embarked on their debut headline West Coast tour across October/November of 2025.

In 2025, ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD’s 2024 single release “Modern Prometheus” was long listed in the 2025 GRAMMY Awards in three categories: Best Metal Performance, Best Instrumental Composition and Best Arrangement – Instrumental or A Capella. Additionally, “Modern Prometheus” was nominated in the Hollywood Independent Music Awards in 2025.

Following the band’s haunting interpretation of “Phantom of the Opera” featuring guitarist Eli Santana (IGNITE, ex-HUNTRESS, ex-HOLY GRAIL), ANGELS ON THE BATTLEFIELD deliver untamable power in the new single “Poison” featuring ANTHEA. 

Official Website: https://onthewingsofdragons.com/ 

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

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@angelsonthebattlefield 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aotbband

Source: C Squared Music

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FULCI to Co-headline OFFAL FEST 2026

Posted in Death Metal, death metal bands, gore metal, goregrind, grindcore, Metal, metal bands, metal music, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on June 5, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

Italian death metal heavyweights replace Lividity

Brutal death metallers Gorge also join July line-up

Manchester, UK – 5 June 2026: Offal Fest has confirmed that Italian horror-infused death metal titans Fulci have been added to the line-up as Sunday co-headliners. They replace Lividity, who have had to cancel their appearance at the 2026 festival due to unavoidable personal reasons. To maintain a packed final day, organisers have also added slamming death metal group Gorge to the Sunday roster.

While Lividity expressed deep regret over missing the July gathering, they intend to make it up to their British fanbase with a future UK visit. Their replacement, Fulci, arrives fresh from a highly successful tour alongside Sanguisugabogg earlier this year, and the trio will close out Sunday night in their signature horrific fashion. Joining them on the upgraded stage is Gorge, whose groove-heavy brutal death metal style earned significant praise during a Manchester appearance this past April alongside Disgracing. 

Rancid Offal Promotions, the organisers behind Offal Fest and Goremageddon, have also announced a schedule and lineup alteration for Heat 2 of the Battle of the Slams tournament, which now takes place thisSunday, 7 June 2026, at Junior Jackson’s in Manchester with free entry.

The adjustment to the Battle of the Slams schedule became necessary following an external venue double booking. Moving Heat 2 back by one day resulted in a revised performance roster for the showcase. This Sunday, the bands Asbestosis, Cerebral Autophagy, World War Three, and Gutspill will perform to secure a spot at Offal Fest. This round is decided completely by audience votes on the night, with only two acts progressing to the final. The organisers have urged the local music community to attend the free gig and support the underground scene.

More info about Battle of the Slams: https://battleoftheslams.com/

Dedicated to the most extreme facets of gore, grind, slam, and brutal death metal, Offal Fest has solidified its status as a vital fixture in the international metal calendar following its sold-out 2025 edition. The 2026 festival, scheduled for 24-26 July at its new Manchester home, Boundary, is headlined by two major UK-exclusive performances from genre pioneers Devourment and Ohio powerhouse Regurgitation. The latter making their debut appearance on UK soil.

Now, Fulci join Regurgitation as Sunday co-headliner. The comprehensive lineup features a global roster including New York legends Immortal Suffering, Japan’s Butcher ABC, and Korea’s Fecundation, alongside a formidable domestic contingent headlined by the “wobble-box” specialists Crepitation and the official reunion of Infected Disarray. Bolstered by further international talent such as Guttural Slug, Unbirth and Darkall Slaves, Offal Fest 2026 aims to build upon the momentum of previous years, which saw exclusive sets from acts such as Skinless and Wormed, to provide a definitive weekend of brutality for the extreme music community.

Offal Fest is taking place on 24-26 July 2026 at Boundary (part of The Union) in Manchester. Purchase tickets here: https://offal-fest.com/tickets

Friday 24 July
Crepitation
Infected Disarray (Official Reunion)
Scordatura
Coprocephalic Mutation
Ovulating Cadaver
Dissolving Entity

Saturday 25 July
Devourment (UK Exclusive)
Immortal Suffering (UK Exclusive)
Unbirth (UK Exclusive)
Butcher ABC
Epicardiectomy
Kakothanasy (UK Exclusive)
Inverecund
Strangle Wire
Disgracing

Sunday 26 July
Regurgitation (UK Exclusive / First UK Show)
Fulci
Embryectomy
Guttural Slug
Twitch of the Death Nerve
Fecundation
Darkall Slaves (UK Exclusive)
Laceration
Gorge
Repulsed
Lymphoeadema

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Source: 3nation

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