EXTREMA Unleash “Thrashing ‘Till The End – Live at Slaughter Club” – A 30-Year Thrash Milestone Captured in Full Force

Italian thrash metal pioneers EXTREMA are set to release “Thrashing ‘Till The End – Live at Slaughter Club”, a high-impact live document celebrating the 30th anniversary of their legendary debut “Tension At The Seams”. The performance was recorded at Slaughter Club in Paderno Dugnano (Milan) on October 7th, 2023 – exactly three decades after the album that helped redefine the sonic and cultural framework of Italian metal. The full show will be rolled … Continue reading EXTREMA Unleash “Thrashing ‘Till The End – Live at Slaughter Club” – A 30-Year Thrash Milestone Captured in Full Force

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Canada’s IRON KINGDOM Forge “Blood and Steel” w/ Second Single From New Album “Shadows and Dust” Out June 2026

Sixth Album “Shadows and Dust” Out June 6th, 2026 via Steel Shark Records Headline Hometown Show in Vancouver + Cross Canada Tour! and Armstrong Metal Fest, Loud As Hell Open Air Fest L-R – Leighton Holmes (Bass), Max Friesen (Drums), Chris Osterman (Lead Vocals / Lead Guitar), Megan Merrick (Lead Guitar) Photo Credit – Cailin Haley Vancouver, Canada’s traditional heavy metal torchbearers IRON KINGDOM return with the … Continue reading Canada’s IRON KINGDOM Forge “Blood and Steel” w/ Second Single From New Album “Shadows and Dust” Out June 2026

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Symphonic Metal Heavyweights ZORNHEYM Unleash Video for Single

“Somewhere Far Beyond” Announce New Album! Swedish symphonic metal act ZORNHEYM has released the first single and music video, “Somewhere Far Beyond”, taken from their upcoming studio album Descending Into Madness, which is set for release on October 2, 2026 via Noble Demon. Marking the band’s third full-length release, Descending Into Madness serves as a prequel to the dark and intricate story surrounding the asylum “Zornheim”, its inmates and their doctors – … Continue reading Symphonic Metal Heavyweights ZORNHEYM Unleash Video for Single

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From global superstar & Megadeth founder Dave Mustaine,

a powerful reflection on the harsh truths and raw realizations that can only come from confronting death In My Darkest Hour A Memoir By Dave Mustaine With Joe Layden September 8, 2026 | Da Capo | 240 pages 9780306837432 | $30.00 Hardcover 9780306837456 | $15.99 eBook 9781668655955 | $27.99 Audiobook New York, NY (March 19, 2026)—Da Capo, an imprint of Grand Central Publishing (GCP) and the Hachette … Continue reading From global superstar & Megadeth founder Dave Mustaine,

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THE CROWNED Rise from the Shadows with Explosive New Single “Fallen One”

“We praise the skies for fallen angels…” Hard rock powerhouse THE CROWNED return with a thunderous new single, “Fallen One,” a gripping and emotionally charged track that showcases the band’s signature blend of soaring melodies, crushing riffs, and unapologetic intensity. ABOUT THE SONG “Fallen One” is an onslaught of groove riff’s and thrash going back and forth competing with each other. Until finally, you hit the chorus that breathes big … Continue reading THE CROWNED Rise from the Shadows with Explosive New Single “Fallen One”

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RAVENMOCKER Delivers Second Single of 2026 w/ The Native American Lore of “Where The Raven Flies”

L-R – Will Buckley – Bass, Tom Tierney – Guitar and Vocals, Dylan Suierveld – Drums, George Patmas – Guitar Photo Credits – Kim Moran – Photographer – Darkslate Media Southern California melodic death metal newcomers Ravenmocker have unleashed their second single, “Where The Raven Flies,” in 2026, following the strong reception of their debut track, “Infallible.” The new single continues building the band’s identity: soaring melody, cultural storytelling, and … Continue reading RAVENMOCKER Delivers Second Single of 2026 w/ The Native American Lore of “Where The Raven Flies”

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The West Coast’s Largest Rock, Punk & Metal Festival AFTERSHOCK Returns 2026

Aftershock Returns To Discovery Park In Sacramento, CA October 1-4, 2026 The 14th Year Offers The Festival’s Biggest Lineup To Date And Expanded Festival Site With 140+ Artists Across 5 Stages, Including: My Chemical Romance, The Offspring, Sublime (Thursday), Limp Bizkit, $UICIDEBOY$, Wu-Tang Clan (Friday), Pierce The Veil, A Day To Remember, BABYMETAL (Saturday),TOOL, Queens of the Stone Age, Danny Elfman (Sunday) & Many More … Continue reading The West Coast’s Largest Rock, Punk & Metal Festival AFTERSHOCK Returns 2026

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W.A.S.P. Announce the “1984 To Headless” 2026 North America Tour with Special Guests KK’s Priest

—-Hollywood, CA (February 11, 2026) — W.A.S.P. is excited to announce the “1984 To Headless” 2026 U.S. and Canada Tour with KK’s Priest as very special guest. The tour kicks off on September 10 in CA and runs through October 31st. W.A.S.P. will be playing the hits from their first four albums.Tickets and VIP: http://www.WASPnation.comGeneral on-sale: Friday, FEB 13th at 10am local time“1984 To Headless”, the … Continue reading W.A.S.P. Announce the “1984 To Headless” 2026 North America Tour with Special Guests KK’s Priest

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EVERFELT RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM STIRRING TO WAKE

American psychedelic groove metal upstarts EverFelt are preparing to unleash their most immersive statement yet with the release of their new album, Stirring to Wake, which was released on December 15, 2025. Thick with hypnotic riffs, swirling atmospheres, and a dark melodic pull, the album channels the spirit of rock’s ancestors while carving a bold, modern path forward. Drawing influence from the brooding weight of Tool, the haunting harmonies … Continue reading EVERFELT RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM STIRRING TO WAKE

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Hard Rock Band Bastion Rose Releases New Single “Bones”

Full Length Album Blue Rising Drops This Summer! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Bastion Rose Marches Forward with Heavy Metal Anthem “Bones” Second Single from Upcoming Album Blue Rising BLOOMINGTON, IN – Following the success of their recent single “Dust,” cinematic hard rock powerhouse Bastion Rose has unleashed their next single, “Bones.” The new single serves as the second offering from their highly anticipated upcoming record, Blue Rising. “Bones” is a heavy metal anthem defined by its … Continue reading Hard Rock Band Bastion Rose Releases New Single “Bones”

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