HOC EST BELLUM RELEASE "FILTH MAJESTY"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Blackened death metal assault unit HOC EST BELLUM have released “Vomit Black Ecstasy”, the new single taken from the band’s upcoming debut full-length “Filth Majesty”, due out on June 26, 2026 via Time To Kill Records.

With “Vomit Black Ecstasy”, HOC EST BELLUM further unveil the violent and war-driven vision at the core of “Filth Majesty”, delivering a track that strikes with savage intensity and oppressive force. Blending corrosive black metal hostility with the crushing weight of death metal, the band advances like a relentless bombardment, fueled by militant rhythms, feral aggression and a suffocating atmosphere of destruction.

Youtube: https://youtu.be/Y1caUzGj9Kc

Streaming: https://ffm.to/hocestbellum-vomit-black-ectstasy

Rejecting the sterile precision of modern production, HOC EST BELLUM embrace a warm, organic sound that feels immediate and physical, closer to the ground, closer to impact. The result is an album that breathes fire and dust, evoking hostile terrains and collapsing frontlines rather than polished surfaces.

There is no room for restraint in “Filth Majesty”. The record advances with militant purpose, channeling pure extremism into a barrage of riffs and percussive artillery. It is an uncompromising statement, where black metal’s venom and death metal’s force converge into a single, destructive campaign.

Tracklist:

​1. The Desolator (Intro) / Deify, Degenerate

2. Black Metal Terror

3. Vomit Black Ecstasy

4. Passion of the Antichrist

5. Blood of the VVytches

6. Nightside Necromancy

7. Winds of Decay

8. Serpent of the Black Pit

9. The Goatborn Ones

10. Beast Ejaculate / Spiral of Sodomy (Outro)

Preorders:

https://timetokillrecords.com/collections/hoc-est-bellum

https://hocestbellum.bandcamp.com/album/filth-majesty

Burning with Luciferian hunger and baptized in nuclear horror, HOC EST BELLUM rose from the ashes in 2022. Based between Helsinki and Turku, the power trio unleashes a savage blend of grinding and bestial black/death chaos, channeling a sound that is both primitive and devastatingly direct. Their music thrives on raw aggression and ritualistic intensity, forged in an atmosphere of apocalyptic dread, satanic hostility and visions of mankind’s imminent extinction.

The band’s first release, the aptly titled “Demo 2023”, introduced this extermination squad to the underground with a display of feral brutality and uncompromising violence. The recording quickly established HOC EST BELLUM as a force devoted to the most extreme and unrelenting expressions of black/death metal, delivering warlike hymns steeped in filth, blasphemy and destructive fervor.

The band’s debut full-length will be released by Time To Kill Records in 2026. The album continues on the path of the bestial onslaught paved on the aforementioned demo, while adding to the relentless attack elements of dark atmospheric passages seeping with malevolent and poisonous aura.

Antichrist elitists rise. This is black metal terror.

Line-up:

Devouring Doommouth of Lunar Extinction and Nuclear Propaganda - Black vomit prophecies of homo sapiennihilation & aural low frequency desecration

Rituäl Vömitist - Bonegrinding hellsaw sodomy

R. Charon - Morningstars of putrefaction & doom ritual chants

HOC EST BELLUM

https://hocestbellum.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/hoc_est_bellum_black_noise

Time To Kill Records

https://timetokillrecords.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/timetokillrecords/

https://www.facebook.com/timetokillrecords/

https://www.youtube.com/c/TIMETOKILLRECORDS

https://timetokillrecords.com/

EMBRACE OF SOULS RELEASE "THE BATTLE OF THE DEAD"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Embrace Of Souls proudly unveil "The Battle Of The Dead", the band’s new full-length album and most ambitious work to date, together with the release of the new focus track “Eversun,” further supported by a brand new Official Visualizer. Following the momentum generated by the previously released singles “Desolate Lands” and the album’s title track “The Battle Of The Dead”, the Italian power metal force pushes its artistic vision even further, delivering a record where epic storytelling, symphonic grandeur, and classic European power metal converge into a cohesive and emotionally charged listening experience.

Conceived as an 11-track fantasy concept, "The Battle Of The Dead" unfolds across a medieval world fractured into rival kingdoms where a mysterious plague begins corrupting human souls and slowly drags the continent toward an inevitable war between the living and the dead. Rather than unveiling every detail of the storyline, the band deliberately preserves the narrative’s mystery, inviting listeners to discover its deeper meaning through the interplay between music and lyrics. Themes of power, betrayal, sacrifice, and hope permeate the album, shaping a journey designed to be experienced in its entirety.

Musically, "The Battle Of The Dead" marks a decisive step forward for Embrace Of Souls. Firmly rooted in the legacy of ‘80s and ‘90s heavy and power metal while embracing the epic and symphonic scope of early-2000s European metal, the album delivers a sound that is both commanding and emotionally resonant. Driving guitar work, relentless double-kick rhythms, layered keyboards, and expansive choral arrangements form the backbone of the record, while the dynamic interplay between Giacomo Rossi’s powerful lead vocals and Martina Mazzeo’s operatic performances elevates the material with additional depth, contrast, and theatrical intensity.

Among the album’s standout moments is “Eversun”, the new focus track released alongside the album. Perfectly encapsulating the duality that permeates the entire record, the song balances darkness and melody through a powerful blend of energetic power metal, symphonic textures, and emotionally driven vocal arrangements. Defined by its dynamic pacing, triumphant melodic direction, and dramatic atmosphere, “Eversun” highlights the band’s increasingly mature songwriting approach while preserving the epic spirit that has characterized Embrace Of Souls since its inception.

Founded by drummer and composer Michele Olmi, Embrace Of Souls originally emerged as a studio project created to unite talented Italian musicians under a shared passion for classic heavy and power metal. Over time, the project evolved into a fully established live band, steadily refining its artistic identity while sharing the stage with renowned acts such as Stratovarius, Sonata Arctica, and Rhapsody of Fire.

The album also features a special guest appearance by Morby (Domine), further strengthening the connection with the most authentic tradition of Italian power metal.

The record showcases a particularly refined production, enhanced by the mix and mastering handled by Alessio Garavello at Rogue Studios in London, bringing out both the album’s powerful rhythmic impact and its rich melodic and symphonic atmosphere.

With "The Battle Of The Dead", Embrace Of Souls deliver their strongest and most complete statement to date: a record conceived not merely as a collection of songs but as a fully interconnected musical and narrative experience where epic power metal, symphonic atmospheres, and emotionally charged storytelling merge into a world waiting to be discovered.

Watch the video - Eversun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMmtIjk-nHg​

and previous videos:

Music Video - Desolate Lands - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TS0sF6CQ2s​

Music Video - The Battle Of The Dead - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4UivMmjBSIY​

"The Battle Of The Dead" releases today, on May 22nd, 2026, in digital format and digipak CD edition, and will be available to be ordered at the following links:

​

CD DIGIPAK: https://rockshots.eu/products/embrace-of-souls-the-battle-of-the-dead-cd​

​DIGITAL: https://lnk.to/kwCVof​

​​OFFICIAL MERCH: https://embraceofsoulsband.bigcartel.com/

For fans of: Rhapsody Of Fire, Stratovarius, Sonata Arctica, Nightwish.

​

​RELEASE PARTY: MAY 30th, 2026​

Embrace Of Souls will present The Battle Of The Dead live at La Cripta Club (Cusano Milanino, Italy), alongside Derdian, Drakkar and Axe Blade.

Track Listing:​

1. The Battle Of The Dead

2. Eversun

3. The Plague

4. The Gathering

5. Spine

6. Who Can Save Us

7. Betrayal

8. The Dark Lord

9. The War (feat. Morby)

10. Sacrifice

11. Desolate Lands

​

​Line-up:​

Giacomo Rossi – Vocals

Martina Mazzeo – Vocals

Edward De Rosa – Guitars

Xavier Rota – Bass

Davide Baldelli – Keyboards

Michele Olmi – Drums

More info: ​

​​https://www.rockshots.eu​

​https://www.instagram.com/embraceofsouls/​

​https://www.facebook.com/embraceofsoulsofficial/​

COMPLEXANT RELEASE "APEX" - NEW SINGLE: "NO ANGELS WEEP"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Blackened death machine COMPLEXANT has arrived. These Australian extremists are poised to unleash their first-ever full-length album, Apex.

The album boasts 10 tracks of brilliantly violent riffing fueled by percussive intensity and unearthly vocals. Following a collection of critically-acclaimed singles and 2023's A Rite of Passage EP, COMPLEXANT is set to cement their status in the global metal community with Apex.

The band has launched the video for the album's first single, "No Angels Weep."

“A tale of vengeance, revenge and killing the false friends who scheme against you, when paranoia turns into reality," says vocalist Dan Greigsy about the song. "Murdered one by one with an old gardening tool, then buried in the backyard. You have freed yourself from your living burden, but you are now haunted by a rotting garden sprouting from your sins”

Watch the video for "No Angels Weep" at youtu.be/GcuHJj4bgoQ

Apex is due out on July 31 via Bleeding Art Collective in partnership with Blood Blast Distribution.

Stream more from COMPEXANT on Spotify and Apple Music.

Tracklisting: 

1) Apex

2) No Angels Weep

3) Afterlife

4) Swing Myself To Sleep

5) Critical Mass

6) Heretical Supremacy

7) Cyclops

8) Eye For An Eye

9) No Hope For Humanity

10) No Hope For Sanctuary

Vocals on Apex were tracked by Joey Marsh at Beyond the Marsh Studios, with guitars and bass tracked by Shannon Zivkovic. The album was mixed and mastered by Christian Donaldson (Cryptopsy, Suffocation, Shadow of Intent, Ingested). Cover art created by Matt Priso.

Line-up:

Shannon Zivkovic - Guitar

Gavin Bradley – Guitar

Dan Greigsy - Vocals

Chris Tuckley - Bass

Seb Su – Drums



BIO:

COMPLEXANT bring together members from across Australia to deliver a vicious blend of Death Metal and Black Metal.

Drawing influence from bands such as Behemoth, Suffocation, Emperor and Nile, they have been touring nationally since 2022 while steadily building their catalogue with a string of singles and an EP. Since the bands inception they have shared the stage with international titans Cryptopsy, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Signs Of The Swarm, Within Destruction, and Disentomb.

With their debut album Apex due out on July 31, 2026, COMPLEXANT continue to push a sound defined by weight, darkness and unrelenting intensity. Mixed and mastered by renowned producer Christian Donaldson (Shadow of Intent, Ingested, Suffocation) Apex will be unleashed through Bleeding Art Collective in partnership with Blood Blast Distribution.

facebook.com/complexantband

instagram.com/complexantband

complexant.bandcamp.com

THE CIRCLE OF THE ELECT RELEASE "KAOSKARMA"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Band: The Circle of the Elect

Album: Kaoskarma

Release Date: May 22, 2026

Country: Ukraine

Label: Archaic Sound

Genre: Black Metal

The Circle of the Elect - is a new project from Kharkiv, Ukraine, formed by musicians from well-known Kharkiv Black Metal bands, though they are keeping their identities undisclosed for now. The band is preparing to release its debut full-length album in late May.

The album was written and recorded in Ukraine. It moves between atmospheric passages and more direct, aggressive material, with a sound shaped as much by the environment around it as by the writing process itself.

The band describes the debut as something that moves between destruction and renewal, both in sound and atmosphere.

There’s a clear tension running through the record - not as a concept statement, but as something that sits in the pacing and structure of the songs.

Lyrically, it touches on isolation, conflict, and internal strain, without trying to frame those ideas in a single narrative.

https://archaic-sound.com/

https://www.instagram.com/archaicsound/

https://www.facebook.com/archaicsound

GODLESS RELEASE VIDEO FOR "ARCHITECT OF TORMENT"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Indian death metal force Godless have unleashed their brand new video for “Architect of Torment,” premiering through Decibel Magazine. The track marks a darker and more oppressive evolution in the band’s already devastating sound, pushing deeper into sinister territory while maintaining the precision and brutality fans have come to expect.

Decibel Magazine praised the single for its “tightly controlled aggression, jagged rhythmic turns, and suffocating atmosphere,” describing the song as “violent, focused, and mean enough to leave a mark.”

The accompanying video captures Godless performing “Architect of Torment” live for the very first time during their co-headlining appearance at the Wacken Open Air Pre-Party in Bangalore. Rather than relying on overproduced visuals or cinematic gimmicks, the band chose to present the track in its rawest form: live, loud, and completely unfiltered.

Speaking on the new release, Godless commented:

“‘Architect of Torment’ feels like a progression for us, leaning into a darker, more sinister atmosphere without losing the core of what Godless is. After over a decade of locking into a sound, it felt right to push things further and see where it goes.”

With more than a decade behind them, Godless continue proving why they remain one of India’s most relentless extreme metal exports. “Architect of Torment” showcases a band tightening the screws on their sound while continuing to evolve without compromise.

Watch the premiere now via Decibel Magazine: https://www.decibelmagazine.com/2026/05/20/video-premiere-godless-architect-of-torment/

For fans of: Decapitated, Vader, Behemoth

Follow Godless for more updates and upcoming announcements.

https://linktr.ee/godlessindia

www.godless.in

SOULGRIND RELEASE NEW SINGLE "DARK WATER WIDE"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Soulgrind returns with Dark Water Wide, the third single from the 10th album 'Ad Pulchram Mortem'

 

The legendary Finnish metal band Soulgrind, founded in 1992, is set to release its tenth album 'Ad Pulchram Mortem' on August 14th 2026 via Inverse Records. The third single 'Dark Water Wide' is unleashed today and it's available here: https://push.fm/fl/soulgrind-dark-water 

The band comments:

"Dark Water Wide leads the listener deep into the shadowed currents of Tuonela — the mythic river of the underworld — where the journey drifts through the darker depths of the mind.

Heavy yet beautifully melodic, the song blends Nordic atmosphere with Finnish darkness. Its harmonic structure weaves minor seventh chords tainted by subtle twists, creating a sense of tension and melancholy. Azhemin conjured the melodies, while Lilith shaped them into form — grounded by Suntio’s relentless, pounding rhythm that resonates through the entire composition.

Dark Water Wide is a voyage across vast, dark waters — an introspective descent into death’s beauty, embodying the very essence of Ad Pulchram Mortem." 

WATCH music video of first single 'Jylhä Metsämies' https://youtu.be/aoBIyV44VOY

LISTEN to the second single 'Tears of the Earth' https://push.fm/fl/soulgrind-tears 

 

BIOGRAPHY:

Soulgrind is a Finnish metal band formed in 1992, known for blending gothic metal, thrash and black metal into a dark, melodic atmosphere. The band was founded by Lord Heikkinen, who has consistently contributed guitar and programming. Since 1999 Miika 'Azhemin' Niemelä has handled keyboards and programming, later adding harsh vocals.

Soulgrind's music often explores themes related to the darker aspects of Finnish history and psyche, combining passion, war, and the "dark side of mind" into their lyrical content, reflecting a deep connection to Finland's cultural and historical roots. But there has always been the bride side for the aspects as well. Classic war of love and hate.The  sound has evolved over the time, but Soulgrind has maintained a core identity rooted in metal with a dark, atmospheric edge, resisting strict genre categorization and embracing musical development freely. Freedom of metal has always been the theme. And so it shall be.

Soulgrind is recognized for their intelligent and unique approach to metal, merging melodic and dark elements to create a distinctive sound within the Finnish metal scene. Their long-standing presence since the early 90s marks them as a significant act in the gothic and black metal genres in Finland.

Soulgrind - Dark Water Wide (single 2026)

Track list:

01. Dark Water Wide

-Composed by Lord Heikkinen & Azhemin 

-Lyrics by Lord Heikkinen

Single cover by Lord Heikkinen

 Soulgrind - Ad Pulchram Mortem (Album)

Track list:

01  Nousee Musta Lintu

02. The Origin of The White Serpent 

03. Jylhä Metsämies

04  The Last Day of Therinon

05. In The Circus of Tuonela

06. Dark Water Wide 

07. Tears of The Earth

08. A Whispered Curse Upon The Gale 

09. As A Narrow Fjord Descends 

10. Into The Shadows of Devotion

Album pic by Susanna Mansner

Line-up:

Lord Heikkinen: guitars

Azhemin: Keybords, vocals

Tanya Lilith: Vocals

Suntio: Drums

JP: Bass

Micko Hell: Guitars, Vocals

 

Links: 

https://www.facebook.com/SoulgrindFinland 

https://soulgrind.bandcamp.com 

HKSPK RELEASE NEW SINGLE "ROT IN DESPAIR"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

HKSPK are a Black/Death Metal band from Frankfurt (Oder), Germany, formed in 2023.

Their sound combines fast, aggressive riffing with dark atmosphere and a firm grounding in classic Black/Death Metal.

Lyrically, they focus on human darkness, social tension and real-world themes. Since their formation, the band has steadily built an international audience and increasing press attention.

Live, HKSPK are known for intense shows and direct audience connection.45–60 minute sets are available at any time.

HKSPK has released their new single "Rot in Despair" that can be found in Spotify https://open.spotify.com/album/4JIMvlYAYny3GSRiczBQ0M

and also as a video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htUoKQzFixQ

Line-Up

Jim Tonik – Vocals / Lead Guitar

Leon –Rhythm Guitar

Arne –Drums

Discography:

Holy Scum (2024) - 9 tracks –uncompromising Black/Death Metal

The Human Butcher (2025) - 5 tracks –brutal precision and a clear statement. Now available on Spotify, YouTube& all major platforms.

Torture (2026) - single released in January 2026 

https://www.instagram.com/hkspk_band

https://hkspk.bandcamp.com/

https://hkspk.de/

GROUND RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM "GROUND"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Mexican heavy metal band GROUND have released their debut album entitled "Ground"

Formed in 2024 by Miguel, Luis, and Beto Campos, GROUND is a heavy metal band from Mexico City, born from a shared passion for classic heavy and thrash metal from bands like Metallica, Slayer, Judas Priest, and Iron Maiden. In a scene where genres like metalcore and deathcore are increasingly gaining ground, GROUND carries the torch for bands seeking to keep the origins of contemporary metal alive.

The band currently has four singles released on digital platforms: "Whispers Of The War", "Fight To Fight,", ""Memories" and "Yourself". These tracks boast spectacular production, handled by Miguel Campos himself, who, in addition to producing the band, also plays guitar and sings. Throughout these singles, we can witness the extraordinary chemistry between the band members, as well as a highly creative songwriting process that reveals classic heavy metal influences.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gS0J3jWFIW4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uof5cK-VJg4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_qF_jsC9DE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIyQDvuSJ44

https://www.instagram.com/groundbandmx/

https://www.facebook.com/people/GroundBand/61561785321142

https://www.tiktok.com/@ground.band

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFnL61Gayv-a0A-hP4XKccw

BAALZAGOTH RELEASE SECOND SINGLE FROM "NO GOD, NO SAVIOR"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

BAALZAGOTH, a band from Kostrzyn nad Odrą (Poland), makes it clear from the very first notes: there is no room for compromise, salvation, or mercy. Embracing the aesthetics of blackened death metal, the band delivers music that is brutal, direct, and consciously aimed at religious dogma. Their sound is a sonic assault - heavy, dense, and permeated with a darkness that not only accompanies but overwhelms.

Baalzagoth draws from the hellish legacy of the death metal scene—you can hear echoes of the merciless power of Morbid Angel, the suffocating chaos of Incantation, the ritualistic severity of Immolation, and the extreme intensity of Hate Eternal. However, this is neither a copy nor a nostalgic homage - the band takes what is heaviest, most sinister, and most primal in death metal, then ramps up the brutality to the breaking point.

Since its inception, Baalzagoth has consistently forged its own identity: anti-religious, dark, and ruthless. Their compositions are tightly constructed and precisely executed - massive riffs, a crushing rhythm section, and a tempo that leaves no room for breath. This is music that attacks head-on, without embellishment, without flirting with lightness - pure, primal power.

The culmination of this journey is the album "No God, No Savior" - the band's most polished, ruthless, and mature release. It's intense and conceptually coherent material, consciously evolving their existing sound toward even greater extremes and expressiveness.

All music was written and arranged by the band, except “Auto da fé” which was composed, performed and recorded by Michał “Joda” Sobczyński. Ika Klimaszewska (soprano vocals & vocal samples) appears as a guest on the tracks: “Satan”, “Excommunicatus ab humanitate”, “Auto da fé” and “Gloria Apostasiae”. Drums were recorded at Sound of Records Studio by Mikołaj Kiciak (Blindead 23, Leash Eye), guitars at Tetra Wave Studio by Krzysztof Kostencki (Morrath, Sothoris), and the material was subsequently recorded, edited, mixed, and mastered at Heinrich House Studio by Filip Hałucha (Azarath, Behemoth, Hate). The album cover artwork was conceived by Oktavius, with artwork and layout created by Ksenia Kot, based on a photograph by Maciej Pieloch. Band photography was done by Maciej Pieloch (Batushka, Hate).

The band comments on the upcoming release: "No God, No Savior is not just an album—it's a manifesto of extremes. A sonic declaration of the rejection of the idea of salvation, an affirmation of chaos, and the triumph of darkness over the illusion of meaning. Baalzagoth doesn't attempt to reinvent death metal. We remind you what this genre truly is: aggression, negation, and the unbridled violence of sound. No compromise. No god. No salvation."

New studio album "No God, No Savior" will be released on June 6, 2026 in digital format and on CD via the Polish underground label Putrid Cult (pre-order).

Baalzagoth follows up their well-received title track announcing the album “No God, No Savior” with a second strike. The new single, “Excommunicatus Ab Humanitate,” showcases a heavier and more monumental side of the band, enriched by the guest appearance of soprano vocalist Ika Klimaszewska.

SINGLE PREMIERE!

Watch video for the song "Excommunicatus Ab Humanitate" at Youtube

https://youtu.be/IEJckEhIU8U

TRACKLIST:

01. True Messiah

02. Satan

03. Codex Asmodei

04. Behemoth

05. Excommunicatus Ab Humanitate

06. Blood Tribunal

07. Auto da fé

08. No God, No Savior

09. Christ Of Deceit

10. Gloria Apostasiae

LINEUP:

Oktavius – vocals

Veles – guitars

Camasothz – guitars

Asmodeus – bass

Vultur – drums

BAND SOCIAL MEDIA

Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/baalzagoth/

Bandcamp | https://baalzagoth.bandcamp.com/

Instagram  https://instagram.com/baalzagothofficial

AKANTOPHIS RELEASE LYRIC VIDEO FOR "RENEWAL"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

AKANTOPHIS channels transformation, nature, and inner change in the new visual release, “Renewal”

Wormholedeath is pleased to announce the release of the official lyric video for "Renewal," an impressive atmospheric black metal offering from German band Akantophis' latest album, Erneuerung.

Akantophis frames “Renewal” around the concept of transformation, both personal and universal. It underlines the idea that change begins within each individual, beyond any belief system. At its core, the track also reflects the band’s respect for nature, recognizing humanity as one part of a greater whole.

Watch "Renewal" on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/jjkvBbqsxng?si=V0_qiqwA6cJa2Owo

Founded in a small town in the Harz Mountains in 1998, Akantophis established a stable line-up by mid-2000 and made an early mark in the underground scene with their debut album Galaria: Terra@ Exitus (2001), followed by the live-plus-new-material release Live im Klima. The band went on hiatus in 2004, with members active in other projects including Hidden in the Fog, Throat Cut, and Psykra. They reunited in April 2017 with a revised line-up and released the 7-inch vinyl Wiederkehr in 2018. The MCD EXITUS XX (2020) concluded the band's earlier chapter and set the stage for Erneuerung, their most recent full-length.

The Lineup:

Andi : vocals

Sebastian: guitar

Lars: bass guitar

Micha: drums

Connect with AKANTOPHIS

akantophis.bandcamp.com

www.instagram.com/akantophis

www.facebook.com/akantophis

Pre-save "Erneuerung": orcd.co/erneuerung