Sanhedrin To Release New Album In March

New York trio Sanhedrin has announced that they will release their long-awaited new full-length, "Heat Lightning," on March 14th via Metal Blade Records.

Sanhedrin has spent the last decade at the forefront of the American heavy metal scene blending traditional metal and hard rock sounds with a fresh modern energy and perspective. With 2022‘s critically lauded "Lights On" full-length, the band had created their most complete work to date. With their follow-up, "Heat Lightning," the band delivers a diverse collection of songs that wholly captures their wide array of influences with an elevated level of production.

"Sonically, there‘s no comparison," notes drummer Nathan Honor when asked how "Heat Lightning" compares to the band‘s previous efforts. "'Heat Lightning' is the fullest representation of the power of this band. When you take three seasoned musicians with their favorite handpicked instruments, put them in front of two brilliant producer/engineers in a studio stacked with incredible equipment and no outside distractions, this is what you get." More...

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Aborted Posts New Standalone Single Online

Extreme metal trailblazers and passionate horror aficionados Aborted has unleashed a new stand-alone single called "The Pain, Will Be Exquisite" upon the world. The song is an unreleased bonus track from the recording sessions of Aborted's acclaimed most recent album, "Vault Of Horrors" (2024), and it's easily on par with its evil siblings that made the cut and ended up on the full-length. Fusing a variety of extreme metal subgenres, "The Pain, Will Be Exquisite" is an unrelenting attack on the senses and will beat you into submission in typical Aborted fashion with its ferocious groove and unexpected tempo changes.

Aborted vocalist Sven de Caluwé commented:
"Maniax! It is with great horror that we present to you ‘The Pain, Will Be Exquisite’! Something we recorded during the "Vault of Horror" sessions and kept aside as a surprise. We hope you enjoy blasting it as much as we did. See you all on the road very soon!" More...

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Scardust Releases "RIP" Music Video

Israeli progressive symphonic metal band Scardust are excited to share their new official video "RIP," out now via Frontiers Music Srl. You can check it out below.

About the music video, Scardust says: "A cinematic video brings this concept to the screen with an unexpected twist. Filmmaker Lahav Levi depicts the story of Bitcoin’s mysterious creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, as he faces the bittersweet realization that he must vanish for his invention to thrive. Bitcoin enthusiasts may spot some of Satoshi’s famous last communications before his disappearance, and some authentic collectables. Others can simply enjoy an epic, high-energy short film about a heartbreaking decision.

"This is one of the heaviest and most technically complex tracks - arguably one of the most ambitious we've ever written. It features the powerful Hellscore choir, directed by Noa Gruman, and an exquisite Turkish strings orchestra, led by Mumin Sesler. Together, the choir and orchestra amplify the song's dramatic and theatrical essence. The song speaks about the painful act of asking a loved one to let you go, for their own sake. Through emotional death metaphors, it captures the sorrow of parting while encouraging them to move on and build a life without you." More...

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Caliban Reveals New Album Details

For over two decades, Caliban has stood as one of the defining forces in metalcore. With their upcoming album "Back From Hell" that is scheduled for a release 25th April 2025, the German band continues to evolve their sound while staying true to the intensity and emotion that have defined their career. Led by founding members Andreas Dörner (vocals) and Marc Görtz (guitar), the band’s current lineup includes new vocalist and bassist Iain Duncan, whose clean vocals, songwriting skills and diverse perspective and experience bring a fresh dimension to their already powerful dynamic. Complemented by longtime drummer Patrick Grün and guitarist Denis Schmidt, Caliban's formidable lineup is poised to deliver a relentless and emotionally charged experience that reaffirms their status as metalcore pioneers.

Following the success of their recent singles "I Was A Happy Kid Once," "Echoes," and "Guilt Trip (feat. Mental Cruelty)," Caliban is set to release their most ambitious work yet. Back From Hell explores themes of inner struggle, resilience, and catharsis, blending their signature crushing riffs and guttural vocals with atmospheric melodies and modern production.

Today they are thrilled to reveal their new single and video, "Back From Hell (feat. The Browning)" with singer Jonny McBee featured in the video that was directed by Mirko Witzki for Witzki Vision.

The band comments:
"'Back from Hell' is a declaration of survival. It’s about facing your deepest fears and coming out stronger on the other side. This song reflects the struggle of rising from darkness, fighting your way back from rock bottom, and refusing to accept defeat. We wanted it to be a raw, aggressive anthem for anyone who's ever felt trapped but found the strength to break free." More...

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Seven Kingdoms Debuts New Music Video

Hot on the heels of their successful North American headliner tour, Florida power metal titans Seven Kingdoms are excited to announce that they will be playing the prestigious 70,000 Tons of Metal Cruise. The cruise starts tomorrow and further cements their status as a rising force in the power metal scene. After the cruise, the band are set to return to Europe next week as direct support for Unleash The Archers. Spanning 12 countries, the tour is set to firmly establish the band as the premiere rising force in power metal.

To mark the occasion, the band have released a video for their anthemic track "The Serpent And The Lotus": "We are super stoked to drop the latest video for 'The Serpent And The Lotus'! We filmed this on the road in North America a few months ago with the homies in Striker and Lutharo. We also mixed in some other fun appearances from our friends in Wind Rose, Unleash The Archers and Lords Of The Trident! This is one of our faster songs of the EP and we really love how this plays when we do it live! We are super excited to head to Europe in a few weeks with Unleash The Archers and Striker and we will for sure have this in the set list! Big thanks to Lutharo and MiniMetul for helping us get this footage on tour! Thanks again to everyone for coming to see us a few months ago in North America and we cant wait to see you in Europe very soon! We also can’t wait to see many of you on the 70,000 Tons Of Metal Cruise this week!" More...

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Behemoth Unveils New Album "The Shit Ov God"

Polish extreme metal veterans Behemoth has announced that they will be releasing a new studio on May 9th, entitled "The Shit Ov God." A music video for the title track, along with the cover artwork, below. A statement from the band reads as follows:

"We’ve reached a point in our journey where words and statements mean less and less. The true essence of who we are and what we stand for lies in our music, our art and the ways we connect with you.

"Without a shadow of a doubt, this is the most refined, purest representation of Behemoth. No filler, no excess—just the very best we have to offer, handed to you."

Tracklisting:

1. The Shadow Elite
2. Sowing Salt
3. The Shit Ov God
4. Luciferaeon
5. To Drown The Svn In Wine
6. Nomen Barbarvm
7. Oh Venus, Come!
8. Avgvr The Dread Vvltvre More...

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Perturbator Signs With Nuclear Blast Records

Globally acclaimed dark-synth artist Perturbator has announced that he has signed with Nuclear Blast Records for the release of his upcoming new album, which has officially been completed.

On his signing to Nuclear Blast, James Kent comments:
"Glad to finally announce that I’ll join forces with Nuclear Blast for future projects and even happier to tell you that I’ll hit the road again this November with my friends Gost and Kaelan Mikla, it’s been way too long. I’ll give you some updates very soon"

Alongside the signing announcement, Perturbator has also revealed the details of a UK & European headline tour for Winter 2025. The run of dates will feature the biggest venues that Perturbator has ever headlined, and sees support from Kaelan Mikla and Gost.

The tour dates are as follows: More...

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Desertfest London Announces Day Splits

Desertfest London have announced day-splits along with 15 more bands for 2025 in a line-up that promises to take its audience on a cosmic trip across the heavy realms this Spring in the heart of Camden Town. Weekend and day tickets can be purchased here.

The latest artists to join the 2025 fold include French celestial psych-metal trio Slift, seminal Swedish stoner rock trailblazers Lowrider, and Polish doom smokers Dopelord, making a long-awaited return to the Desertfest stage since their last appearance in 2018.

Elsewhere, Melbourne, Australia’s Khan will bring their hazy psychedelia back to the UK, while Norwegian quintet Dunbarrow have been summoned to bring their brand of proto-doom, played the old way, in a new age.

Desertfest 2025 welcomes its newest additions:
?Slift
?Lowrider
?Dopelord
?Khan
?Dunbarrow
?Maha Sohona
?Torus
?Worshipper
?Longheads
?Froglord
?Deville
?Black Elephant
?Verminthrone
?Yetii
?Free Ride More...

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Jinjer Drops "Duél" Music Video

One of modern metal’s most talked-about artists, Ukrainian progressive groove metal icons Jinjer, are gearing up to unleash their highly anticipated new full-length album, "Duél," next Friday, 7th February 2025 via Napalm Records. Composed of offerings already being dubbed as “punishing” and “empowering” (Revolver) and continuing to prove themselves as “heavy music practitioners in their prime” (Knotfest), the album is poised to achieve top marks – clinching new successes beyond its lauded predecessors.

After ensnaring the eyes and ears of fans worldwide with recent singles like the powerful "Someone's Daughter," eviscerating "Rogue" and introspective "Green Serpent," Jinjer have unleashed a refreshing storm of technical proficiency with fifth single and title track "Duél." The bewildering track puts Jinjer's unparalleled brand of artistic mastery on full display, expanding on the already over six million cross-platform streams logged on their aforementioned singles. More...

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Within Destruction Premiere New Music Video

Slovenian metalcore outfit Within Destruction are set to kick off their Sumerian Records era with the release of their new album, “ANIMETAL,” arriving April 11th. The record, heavily inspired by anime, marks an exciting new chapter for the band. Below, you can watch the newly premiered music video for the latest single from the album, “CYBERGIRL,” both of which streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.

Sharing their thoughts on the upcoming album, the group stated: More...

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Decapitated Unleashes Double Video

In a thrilling announcement sure to excite fans across North America, legendary death metal titans Decapitated have just released two new performance videos, setting the stage for their upcoming 'Nihility Tour'. The videos, featuring the tracks "Names" and "Eternity Too Short," were filmed live from the band's rehearsal room, offering fans a raw, intense preview of what to expect on the road.

The double video release serves as a precursor to Decapitated's eagerly awaited tour across North America, beginning February 4, 2025, in Tampa, Florida. These exclusive performances capture the band in a visceral, intimate setting, showcasing their technical prowess and relentless energy. "Names" and "Eternity Too Short" are both seminal tracks from their acclaimed album Nihility, which will be played in its entirety on the tour.

"GET READY, NORTH AMERICA! We can't wait to make our highly anticipated return and play the entire NIHILITY album! Let's make this one a tour to remember!" - the band excitedly shares.

The tour will cover 23 cities in the United States and Canada, concluding on March 2 in Santa Ana, California.

Fans can look forward to an electrifying lineup with Decapitated headlining, supported by the formidable talents of Incantation and Darkest Hour, with Exmortus opening each night. This assembly of metal powerhouses guarantees a series of high-octane performances, filled with the heavy, intricate, and soul-stirring music that has defined their genres. More...

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