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70000 Tons Of Metal 2023: Day Three

This year, thousands of metal fans boarded the Independence Of The Seas to enjoy the eleventh round of the 70000 Tons Of Metal cruise, which departed from Miami on January 30th and made its way to Bimini, Bahamas. On the third day, as is custom, the ship landed at its destination and the Caribbean warmly greeted headbangers from all over the world. This sun kissed part of the world is absolutely stunning, a treat for lovers of warm weather and beautiful scenery, though be prepared to spend should you find yourself heading to the district, as several beaches require a $20 entry fee. Even the free beach is limited, with visitors required to buy a wrist band to go further, should they so wish. After an hour or so of soaking up the rays and enjoying a drink on a sun lounger by the sea, it was back on board to have the customary nap before the musical shenanigans we'd all come for began.

Having overslept a little, it was a race to the Star Lounge for the first time this voyage to see Texan progressive/Gothic metal outfits Oceans Of Slumber. Having seen the band without any knowledge of their background five years ago in London (and being blown away,) there was no way I was missing out on seeing them again. The intimate setting only enhanced their soulful melodies and bittersweet heaviness and those who crammed into the lounge were treated to one of the more emotionally charged sets of the festival. Singer Cammie Gilbert's voice is as powerful as ever and clearly impressed newcomers and fans alike, as her performance was the talk of many visitors throughout the rest of the night. Oceans Of Slumber has come a long way in five years and in the next five, they'll become one of American metal's most popular names and sooner rather than later no doubt. More...

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Arrival Of Autumn Premiere New Track & Music Video

May 26th has been slated by Nuclear Blast as the release date for Arrival Of Autumn‘s upcoming new studio full length “Kingdom Undone“. A new music video and advance track from it named “Scars” is streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.

Recording sessions for the effort took place at the group’s own home studio in Grande Prairie, Alberta, as well as at Mark Lewis Studios in Hendersonville, TN, who also took on the mixing and mastering duties.

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Trivium’s Heafy & Sophie Lloyd Premiere New Single

Machine Gun Kelly guitarist Sophie Lloyd and Trivium/Ibaraki vocalist/guitarist Matthew K Heafy have joined forces in their recently premiered track "Fall Of Man". The below single will also appear on Lloyd‘s forthcoming debut solo effort “Imposter Syndrome“.

Check out now "Fall Of Man" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.

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Rise Of The Northstar Premiere New Single

A new single named “Third Strike” has recently premiered from French rap metal outfit Rise Of The Northstar. The track is taken from the groups upcoming new studio full-length “Showdown“, which has been scheduled for an April 07th release date by Atomic Fire Records.

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Insomnium Premiere New Single & Music Video

Arriving together with Insomnium‘s new studio album “Anno 1696” is a new Riivata Visuals directed music video for their single “Godforsaken“ from it, streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below.

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Bodysnatcher Premiere New Single & Music Video

Florida-based deathcore outfit Bodysnatcher premiere a new music video for their latest track “Dead Rabbit“. That single pays tribute to Adam Whited, brother and ex-bandmate of Bodysnatcher drummer Chris Whited. Adam passed away in April, 2022. The brothers had also played together in King Conquer.

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