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Last updated on October 21, 2026 at 1:40 PM ET
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14 news articles posted today (and counting...)
Bloodletting Prince Debut New Single & Visualizer

Italian blackened deathcore outfit Bloodletting Prince premiere a new single and visualizer by the name of "Majestic Massacre", streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Nevermore Share 'Motocultor Festival' Footage

Professionally filmed footage capturing Nevermore’s complete August 15th, 2026 performance at the annual Motocultor Festival in Carhaix-Plouguer, France, has officially surfaced online.
The reactivated progressive metal outfit, who unveiled their new lineup earlier this year, delivered the following setlist at the festival: More...
Northlane Premiere New Single & Visualizer

Australian progressive metalcore outfit Northlane have announced several major updates affecting their upcoming plans. First, production delays have pushed back the release of the band’s seventh studio album, “Anemoia,” from October 30th to November 27th. Their scheduled listening party in Melbourne, Australia, has also been moved to November 20th.
Additionally, guitarist/vocalist Josh Smith has been struggling with chronic health issues that, according to a newly released statement, now require “immediate intervention”. As he focuses on rehabilitation, he will be unable to travel or perform, prompting the band to postpone their Australian and New Zealand touring plans until May 2027. Previously purchased tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled shows, with the new dates still to be announced at press time.
There is some positive news amid these developments, however, as Northlane have released a brand-new single from “Anemoia,” titled “Deathwish,” ahead of schedule. A visualizer for the track is available to watch below.
The band’s statement outlining these latest changes reads as follows: More...
Lacuna Coil Premiere New Double Single

Lacuna Coil have unveiled a double single to mark the 20th anniversary of their 2006 album, Karmacode. The release pairs “Fragile XX,” a reimagined take on the original Karmacode track “Fragile,” with a remix of “I Wish You Were Dead” by SWARM. The latter song originally featured on the Italian gothic metal band’s most recent album, Sleepless Empire, released in 2025.
Lacuna Coil frontwoman Andrea Ferro shared the following statement: More...
Soilwork Premiere New Single

Currently touring Europe alongside Amon Amarth and Orbit Culture, Swedish melodic death metal/alternative metal veterans Soilwork have unveiled a fresh single, “Night Whispers & Shining Lights.” You can check out the new track streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Comment Soilwork: More...
TIJUANA TRAPHOUSE Debut New Single & Music Video

Fresno, CA-based slam outfit TIJUANA TRAPHOUSE premiere a new single and music video by the name of "Standin’ On Cizness", streaming via YouTube for you now below.
Machine Head Premiere New Single "Sutures"

Machine Head have made an unexpected return with the surprise unveiling of a new single, “Sutures.” The track arrives only days after groove/thrash metal outfit’s frontman Robb Flynn reflected on the conclusion of the band’s “UNATØNED” album cycle. Much like that previous release, the newly premiered cut was co-produced by Flynn and producer Zack Ohren (All Shall Perish, Fallujah).
One Step Closer Premiere Two New Singles

One Step Closer have announced that their new album, “Zero,” will arrive February 19 via Run For Cover. Ahead of its release, the melodic hardcore outfit have unveiled two fresh singles, “Blue Hour” and “Was It Ever Enough?” A music video combining both tracks, co-directed by Derek Rathbun (Rev3rent, Terror) and the band, can be viewed below.
Reflecting on the mindset behind the upcoming effort, frontman Ryan Savitski offered the following statement: More...
Disfear Premiere New Single "Shackled To Our Vice"

Disfear have unleashed their latest single, “Shackled To Our Vice,” which is now available to stream online. The track features on the Swedish D-beat/crust veterans’ long-awaited new album, “The Last Nail.” The band have endured heartbreaking losses in recent years, with vocalist Tomas “Tompa” Lindberg and drummer Marcus Andersson both succumbing to cancer over the past two years. Their passing follows the loss of bassist Henke Frykman, who also died of cancer in 2011.
Both Lindberg and Andersson feature on the upcoming album, which draws on recording sessions dating back several years. “The Last Nail” is scheduled to arrive November 20 via Relapse.
Forbidden Premiere New Single & Vsualizer

Thrash metal veterans Forbidden have unveiled “Single Point Failure” online, offering one final preview of their upcoming self-titled comeback album. The new record is due out this Friday, October 23rd, marking the band’s first full-length release since 2010. A visualizer accompanying the latest advance single can be viewed below.
The band will also kick off their headlining tour in support of the album this Friday, with Heathen and Void joining them for the following dates: More...
Soul Glo Premiere New Single & Lyric Video

Soul Glo have premiered “PPL WORRIED” online, featuring a guest appearance from Tunde Adebimpe of TV On The Radio and other projects. The freshly released single comes from the experimental hardcore punk outfit’s forthcoming album, “NA I’M GON GRAB ALLAT,” which features contributions from several guest musicians.
Among those lending their skills to the record are Colins “Bear” Regisford of Mannequin Pussy, Eugene Robinson (Buñuel, ex-Oxbow) and others. The album is scheduled to arrive January 15 via Epitaph.
After wrapping up an initial batch of supporting dates with Virga earlier this month, Soul Glo will join forces with Shallowater for the following tour, kicking off next month: More...
Big Ass Truck I.E. Premiere New Single & Video

Big Ass Truck I.E. have marked the arrival of their debut EP, “FOUND ON ROAD DEAD,” with the release of an official music video for “BIG ASS GUN.” Chris Klumpp (156/Silence, Gideon) was behind the camera for the clip, which is available to watch below.
The band have a packed touring schedule lined up for the next few months, including the following North American run alongside Chamber & Mugshot: More...
Fervence Premiere New Single & Music Video

Fervence have unveiled their new music video for “Oculum,” which is now streaming online. Tom Flynn (As I Lay Dying, Hatebreed) took the helm as director for the clip, accompanying a track featured on the band’s Metal Blade debut album, “Constructs.”
Guitarist Trent Odneal offered the following insight: More...
PeelingFlesh Premiere New Single & Visualizer

PeelingFlesh are gearing up to unleash their self-titled sophomore album on November 27, 2026, and the slam/BDM, outfit have just ahem stripped away another cut from the upcoming effort. You can now check out “Crackology”, streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.
Frontman Damonteal Harris commented: More...
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