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Decapitated Parts Ways With Vocalist

Polish death metal veterans Decapitated has announced that they have parted company with vocalist Rafal "Rasta" Piotrowski. They will be performing a one off show with original vocalist Sauron, before they welcome his replacement Eemeli Bodde. A message from the group reads as follows:

"It’s been a while since we’ve had an update, but as the saying goes, good things take time! We’re thrilled to announce that Sauron, our original vocalist, will be re-joining us in Manchester for Damnation Festival A Night Of Salvation. He’ll be performing some of the band’s classic tracks—songs that have already become iconic and helped define a generation. We couldn’t be more excited to have Sauron’s powerful voice back on stage and to share this special moment with you, our loyal fans!

"At the same time, we have some bittersweet news: Rasta is stepping down as the band’s vocalist. We want to take a moment to thank him for his 14 years of dedication. He’s been a huge part of Decapitated's journey, and we’re incredibly grateful for all he’s contributed. We wish him nothing but the best in his future endeavors.

"Looking to the future, we’re excited to introduce our new vocalist, Eemeli Bodde. Some of you might know him from his work with Finland’s Mors Subita or his involvement in the soundtrack for the cult film Heavy Trip. Eemeli brings an incredible voice and an electrifying stage presence, and we can’t wait for you to experience the energy he’ll bring to the band.

"He’ll make his debut at A Night Of Salvation, and we hope you’ll join us for what promises to be an unforgettable show!" More...

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Helloween Announces New Live Album

Get ready to dive headfirst into the electrifying world of Helloween with their new live album "Live At Budokan," a colossal release that immortalizes their iconic performance at Tokyo's legendary Nippon Budokan! Dropping on December 13, 2024 through Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM), this release will be available in a plethora of formats: 2CD-digipak and 3LP vinyl in trifold with the first print run of both coming as "deluxe edition" including embossed cover artwork, as well as Blu-ray, DVD and digital. Each version is meticulously crafted to suit the metal community's diverse tastes, ensuring every fan can relive the raw, unfiltered energy of Helloween in their preferred medium.

To tide fans over until "Live At Budokan" arrives, the band have launched the first single "Best Time (live)." This electrifying live version of the hit single and most streamed track (more than 11 million streams on Spotify) from Helloween's self-titled reunion album (2021) can be watched below.

Guitarist Sascha Gerstner comments: "'Best Time' captures the energy and the moment when everything fits together perfectly and you leave everything negative behind. For me, this track is an anthem for all those nights when you're heading towards the future. That's why it conveys exactly this mood in concert, as if you were living in a single great moment that lasts forever." More...

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Grave Digger Unveils "Kingdom Of Skulls" Video

In the year 2025 the German metal institution celebrates its 45th anniversary. Founded in 1980 in Gladbeck/Germany, they set out to conquer the world. Who would have thought that 45 years later Grave Digger would be one of the most important, consistent and influential metal bands from Germany. With the release of the album "Heavy Metal Breakdown" in 1984, an unprecedented career began that will find its logical continuation with their new album "Bone Collector," on January 17, 2025.

Chris Boltendahl comments: "Yeah, here it is at last, our first track 'Kingdom Of Skulls' from the new album 'Bone Collector,' including the accompanying video clip: a good portion of heavy metal with straight guitar riffs, pumping bass, powerful drums and my ever-popular grating iron tube. As if time had stood still in the 80s, the track blasts out of the speakers in the very best old-school style. No bling-bling, just heavy metal as it should be... and this awesome oldschool video to boot! More Grave Digger trademarks in one song? That's hardly possible, so enjoy this hot piece of metal and look forward to what's to come. Your Chris “Reaper” Boltendahl" More...

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