Gojira And Mastodon Announce Co-Headlining Tour

Teaming up for what promises to be an unforgettable jaunt of epic proportions, Grammy Award-nominated French heavy metal luminaries, Gojira, will join forces with iconic Grammy Award-winning heavy rock band Mastodon (pictured above) for a massive co-headline tour across North America in 2023. The Mega-Monsters Tour finds these two juggernauts taking over arenas and amphitheaters throughout the spring and summer, alternating closing sets each night.

The tour kicks off at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland, OR on April 18 and includes stops at legendary venues such as the Forum in Los Angeles, CA on April 21. The first leg concludes at Santander Arena in Reading, PA on May 11 and resumes with a second leg that runs August 9 through September 2nd. Special guest Lorna Shore serves as direct support on all dates.

Fan pre-sales for tickets begin January 18 at 10 AM, local time and include both Mastodon and Gojira artist pre-sales. General on-sale will launch January 20 at 10 AM, local time with VIP ticket packages available at gojira-music.com and mastodonrocks.com.

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Insomnium Shares "The Witch Hunter" Visualizer

On February 24th 2023, Finnish metal melancholists Insomnium will release their ninth full-length, "Anno 1696," via Century Media Records. The third single and music video for 'The Witch Hunter' is available now. You can check it out below.

Guitarist Markus Vanhala comments about the track:
"This is a good example of a song growing and finding its own wings during the studio process. This one definitely has a cinematic feel; the storyline needs the essence of journey moving forward. In fact, I made a Finnish vocal demo for this one, reading and screaming Niilo's storyline, but only the name stayed and translated from 'Noidanmetsästäjä' to English. But that's another story and a secret version never to be found by outsiders."

Bassist/vocalist Niilo Sevänen adds:
"This is Markus Vanhala's composition; it actually does not really sound like the archetypal Insomnium song and has some very interesting elements. One of the songs that improved the most in the studio in my opinion - and became one of the singles. Lyrically it continues to tell the story from the witch hunter's point of view."

Guitarist Ville Friman concludes:
"For me, this song has a really strong cinematic feel to it, and I can easily travel into the story in my head when I close my eyes." More...

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The Black Dahlia Murder Announces Tour With Terror

The Black Dahlia Murder will return to the stage this spring on the Verminous Remnant Tour. The band's first trek following the tragic death of frontman Trevor Strnad will mark the close of the Verminous touring cycle and introduce a reformed lineup consisting of remaining and returning members of the band.

The journey will commence on April 14 with an appearance at the Decibel Metal & Beer Fest in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and run through May 26 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Support will be provided by Terror, Frozen Soul, Fuming Mouth, and Phobophilic.

Tickets go on sale this Friday, January 20 at 10 AM, local time. See all confirmed dates, as well as a video trailer, below. More...

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Fleshgod Apocalypse Brings Motocultor To London

If you're going to a metal show in London, you're almost guaranteed to be in the north of the city and more likely than not, in Camden. It's unsurprising then that this reporter's first gig of the year took place at the legendary Underworld venue, directly opposite Camden tube station. Tonight was an interesting one as five bands from across the globe convened to represent France's Motocultor Festival, which will take place this August in Carhaix, some of which were performing in England for the first time.

For some reason, the show was delayed by quite some time, with doors opening over half an hour later than scheduled, likely causing the relatively short set times. Nevertheless, opening the festivities tonight was Ethereal Sin from Osaka, Japan and they certainly kicked things off in style. Attention was immediately drawn to drummer Meet Schattenclown, who performed the entire set blindfolded and inch perfect to boot. Much like compatriots Sigh, Ethereal Sin mix black metal with their country's heritage and folklore to create a dazzling aesthetic, which fits hand in glove with their brand of extreme music. Ethereal Sin is immediately likable, displaying an earnest love for their music, for playing and just to be part of the tour. Frontman Yama Darkblaze promised that they would return to London in the near future and judging by the response from the crowd, they'll be welcomed back with open arms. More...

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Imperium Dekadenz Releases New Lyric Video

Atmospheric black metal band Imperium Dekadenz flips the script and invites you into the halls of doom with the third single, "Forests In Gale," just before their new album, "Into Sorrow Evermore," drops this Friday via Napalm Records. The new track displays their very own style in mid-tempo speed, inducing a changeover in the song’s next phase that evokes drama and dynamic perception.

Since breaking the scene into with their critically acclaimed debut, "...und die Welt ward kalt und leer," in 2006, the band has developed their own ambient sound with a strong emphasis on melodic structuring and raw tunes that are influenced by the second wave of Norwegian black metal without losing its unique trademarks. With eight new tracks addressing themes of depression, death and desperation, Imperium Dekadenz sticks to their haunting roots and conquers the upper echelons of the black metal world on Into Sorrow Evermore.

Imperium Dekadenz on "Forests in Gale":
"We’re proud to present this mighty glimpse of our world filled with darkness and shadows. ‘Forests in Gale’ is the last raging stand before we finally share our new album Into Sorrow Evermore, unleashing the fury of beauty and the demons of the past – may the storm begin!" More...

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Avaland To Release New Album In March

The mystical world of Avaland returns in 2023 with the fantasy symphonic power metal band's sophomore full-length "The Legend of the Storyteller" due out on March 31st, 2023 via Rockshots Records following their 2021 debut "Theater of Sorcery."

Compared to its predecessor, "The Legend Of The Storyteller" is heavier and is a much more epic power metal record full of anthems upon anthems for fans to chant to as they are taken on a journey over twelve theatric tracks. The record also hears double vocal duties from Adrien G. Gzagg and Jeff Kanji along with album guests that include Zak Stevens (ex-Savatage/TSO), Madie (ex-Nightmare/Faith In Agony), Pierre “Cara” Carabalona (Eltharia), Ivan Castelli (Lionsoul), Angèle Macabiès, Jens Ludwig (Edguy) and Bruno Ramos (Sortilège/ex-Manigance).

Lead by Adrien G. Gzagg (Autor/Composer/Lead Singer/Synths and Orchestrations), the album's storyline is aprequel to the band's first album "Theater of Sorcery" as he explains further:

"This album, as the first one, is a journey, a trip out of our world, into the universe of Avaland. We enjoy seeing Avaland as a great saga, as a movie, or series. We feel like listening to Avaland is like watching Game Of Thrones, The Lord Of The Rings, or reading comics, it’s an escape from everyday life. For this album, we took a lot of inspiration from Game Of Thrones and Arthurian Myths. We love fantasy and mythologies and we also find ourselves having a great fascination for alchemy and esoterism. Time is also a great subject, it's mystical… in fact, time will be at the center of this saga. This new opus is showing a heavier and darker atmosphere of Avaland’s theatrical universe. Are you ready to be part of 'The Legend Of The Storyteller?'" More...

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Imonolith Cancels European Tour Dates

Bad news for progressive metal fans in the United Kingdom and mainland Europe as Canada's Imonolith has announced that they have decided to cancel their scheduled tour of the continent. A message from the band reads as follows:

"To our fans in Europe and the UK. We are very sorry, but we will be canceling our 2023 Progressions Tour, starting in late January. We lost several shows due to a main promoter going bankrupt. Losing these shows makes it extremely difficult for us logistically and financially to complete this tour. We are working very hard to announce new dates in the first half of 2023. Please stay posted.

"We would like to apologise to everyone who has purchased tickets to see the tour and for the short notice of this news. All tickets will be refunded at ‘place of purchase’. Thanks as always for your support. Stay posted for new dates to be announced soon."

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Anoxia Premiere New Single & Lyric Video

Sydney, Australia-based old school death metal outfit Anoxia premiere a new single and lyric video by the name of “Languish In Suffering”, taken from their upcoming new album of the same name. The new record will be released on February 17, 2023 via 1054 Records.

Check out now "Languish In Suffering" streaming via YouTube for you now below.

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Cape Kong Premiere New Single “Grace of Blades”

Pennsylvania-based hardcore/slam outfit Cape Kong premiere a new single titled “Grace of Blades”, streaming via YouTube for you now below.

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Depraved Murder Premiere New Single

Indonesian brutal death metal band Depraved Murder premiere a new single titled “The Anguish Of Dystopian”, taken from their forthcoming new studio full-length "Unethical Terrestrial Collapse". The album will be released on March 10th, 2023 via Comatose Music.

Check out now "The Anguish Of Dystopian" streaming via YouTube for you now below.

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Thrown Into Exile Premiere New Track & Music Video

Thrashy melodic death metal outfit Thrown Into Exile premiere a new single and music video by the name of “Dagger Within”, streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.

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Grandiosa Muerte Premiere New Single & Music Video

Costa Rican blackened death metal unit Grandiosa Muerte premiere a new single and music video by the name of “Destino”, taken from their upcoming debut album "Egregor", which will be out in stores this year via Bitume.

Check out now "Destino" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.

The record eatures cover art by Gustavo Quirós, and it was recorded by Max Gutierrez at his Cavan Studio, and it was mixed and mastered by Colin Marston at Menegroth, the Thousand Caves.

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Voivod Announces UK Tour Dates

Canadian progressive thrash metal masters Voivod has announced that they will be heading to the United Kingdom this Spring for a string of headline shows, in celebration of their 40th anniversary. Tickets can be purchased here.

Says Voivod: "Dear UK fans, we will be connecting with you in the spring! Here are some dates for April!"

Tour dates:

April 18 - The Fleece - Bristol, UK
April 19 - Slay - Glasgow, UK
April 20 - Rebellion - Manchester, UK
April 21 - The 1865 - Southampton, UK
April 22 - Prognosis Festival - London, UK

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Cultura Tres Posts New Lyric Video Online

Today long-running South American metallers Cultura Tres unveil the second single taken from their upcoming album "Camino De Brujos" due for release on April 7th 2023 via Universal Music in the Americas and Bloodblast in the rest of the world.

"‘ProxyWar’ is a deep sounding mixture of thrash and psychedelic sludge metal. Featuring Paulo Jr. from the almighty Sepultura, this song has been produced the organic / realistic way. its double bass-drum blasts as if it came from the golden records of Slayer. No sampled drums, no fake performances, this is the real deal," comments the frontman Alejandro Montoya.

Recently the band the welcomed Sepultura's bass player Paulo Xisto Pinto Jr. in their ranks.

"In 2019 after hearing about the plans for a new Cultura Tres, I offered Ale and Juanma to join the band. The music is very organic. There are a lot of influence from the 90’s and a little bit of hardcore as well. Personally [In this album], I got inspired by the bass players who I loved the most back in the 70’s," enthuses Paulo Xisto Pinto Jr. More...

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Atavistia To Release New Album In April

Atavistia is a wall of sound that joyously greets the ears and assails the senses. With sweeping instrumentals, grand orchestrations, and guitars heavier than Thor’s hammer, this Canadian epic metal band from Vancouver is preparing to unleash their next odyssey, "Cosmic Warfare" on April 21, 2023.

Vocalist Mattias Sippola comments on the new album: "This upcoming album portrays many emotions which have transpired over the past two and a half years. There are dark moments full of pure chaos and anger to moments of triumph and tranquility. I am very proud of how the album flows together."

Fans of Wintersun, Ensiferum, and Dimmu Borgir will be enthralled by the elements of melodic death metal, black metal, and Scandinavian folk that is intricately woven together throughout their diverse soundscape.

Atavistia goes beyond merely crafting songs and takes you on a mental journey though vast sonic landscapes of snow covered forests, desolate tundras and barren permafrost laced landscapes. Beyond the frosty roots of their blackened inspiration, Cosmic Warfare aims for the stars and the vast emptiness of the macrocosm. Bear witness to the destruction of our planet and our cosmos and experience the nothingness of space. More...

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