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Last updated on June 5, 2026 at 3:16 AM ET
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Cattle Decapitation Premiere New Music Video

Californian deathgrind outfit Cattle Decapitation have given their 2023 album “Terrasite” one final spotlight with the release of a new music video for “Dead End Residents”. The live performance-themed clip, directed by Nox Nohi, draws footage from the band’s recent European tour as well as the “No Fear For Tomorrow” run.
Speaking about the release, vocalist Travis Ryan explained: More...
Avatar Premiere Standalone Single “Crying Fire”

Swedish alternative metal band Avatar have unveiled a new standalone track titled “Crying Fire”. The song originates from the recording sessions for the group’s latest album, “Don’t Go In The Forest”, but was ultimately held back from the final release despite being considered a standout by the band. The track arrives alongside an official music video directed by Johan Carlén.
Discussing the track, vocalist Johannes Eckerström explained: More...
Disfiguring The Goddess Premiere New Single “AWOL”

Deathcore project Disfiguring The Goddess have returned with their new single “AWOL”, accompanied by an official music video. Led by Cameron “Big Chocolate” Argon, the long-running outfit are preparing to release their upcoming album “Bloom” on July 31st through Seek And Strike. “AWOL” serves as the second single from that record.
Discussing the track, Argon revealed that it emerged late in the album’s writing process and ultimately took on a very different character than originally intended: More...
Protest The Hero Premiere New Single “Mouthpiece”

Canadian prog metal veterans Protest The Hero have announced their long-awaited new album, “Within”, which is set for release on July 17th. The eight-track record serves as the band's first full-length effort since 2020’s “Palimpsest” and was co-produced by Derya Nagle (Good Tiger), Milen Petzlet-Sorace, and Protest The Hero’s Cameron McLellan. Mixing duties were handled by Adam “Nolly” Getgood, known for his work with Periphery.
After teasing new material throughout the week on social media, the band have now premiered the album’s opening track, “Mouthpiece”, alongside a music video directed by Troy Maher.
Speaking about the new album, guitarist Tim MacMillar said: More...
Kill The Lights (Ex-BFMV) Premiere New Single

International melodic metalcore outfit Kill The Lights have unveiled their second new single of 2026, “Panic Blooms”. The band’s lineup includes former Bullet For My Valentine drummer Michael “Moose” Thomas and ex-Throw The Fight vocalist James Clark, among others.
Following the release of March’s single “Iron Bite”, the new track once again features songwriting and production contributions from Chris Clancy of As I Lay Dying. “Panic Blooms” continues the band's recent creative momentum as they build on a productive year of new material.
Brotality Premiere New Single & Music Video

Thrash/groove metal trio Brotality have released their new single “Eat Your Flesh, Know Your God” ahead of their upcoming summer tour with Quantifier. The track arrives with an official music video directed by Seth Jones, which is now available to stream.
Looking ahead, Brotality are also set for a high-profile touring opportunity this fall, having been announced as the opening act on the ‘Cybernetic Domination Tour‘ alongside Fear Factory and Darkest Hour. The run is expected to further expose the rising metal outfit to a wider audience as they continue to build momentum behind their latest material.
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