IATT RELEASE "ETHERIC REALMS OF THE NIGHT"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

IATT unveil a descent into dream consciousness on Etheric Realms of the Night.

On May 8, 2026, IATT return with their most immersive and conceptually daring work to date, Etheric Realms of the Night, released through Black Lion Records. The album unfolds as a continuous narrative that explores the fragile boundary between sleep and oblivion, consciousness and illusion, life and whatever waits beyond it.

The record draws the listener into a shifting dreamscape where perception unravels and reality feels distant. Each composition functions as a chapter in a larger psychological journey, tracing the stages of descent into the subconscious and the transformations that occur there.

"Drift Away" opens the passage with gentle surrender. Acoustic textures and airy flute melodies create a sensation of weightlessness, as if the body is loosening its grip on the waking world. The music breathes, expands, and gradually dissolves any sense of physical space, guiding the listener toward the threshold between awareness and sleep.

That threshold collapses in "To Lie Beneath", where calm gives way to paralysis. Dissonant harmonies and uneasy orchestration mirror the suffocating stillness of being trapped between worlds. The album’s central tension emerges here, the human mind suspended between control and surrender. Melodic rises feel like attempts to surface, while plunging passages pull everything back into the unknown.

"Somniphobia" sharpens the emotional edge. Rhythms grow frantic, guitars turn jagged, and the atmosphere closes in. The track captures the dread of sleep itself and the exhaustion of resisting the inevitable, reflecting the psychological strain of knowing rest may lead somewhere darker. Aggressive passages collide with drifting ambience, echoing a mind divided against itself.

The nightmare fully takes form in "Pavor Nocturnus". Chaotic passages, violent shifts in dynamics, and theatrical intensity suggest unseen entities moving within the subconscious. The dream world, once surreal and mysterious, now feels hostile and aware. Sound becomes environment, and environment becomes threat.

With "Quietus", the narrative turns inward. The music carries an emotional duality, both mournful and serene. Ambiguous tonalities and expansive arrangements suggest release rather than struggle. This chapter reflects the moment where resistance fades and transcendence begins to feel inevitable.

"Walk Amongst" signals transformation. Driving rhythms and expressive lead instrumentation create the sensation of movement through an unfamiliar plane of existence. The track balances beauty and disorientation, as though the listener has crossed fully into the dream realm. The line between physical life and dream presence fades from view.

The closing piece, "Hypnos", serves as a haunting epilogue. Ambient textures and familiar melodic voices from earlier in the album return in altered form, like memories distorted by distance. Calm settles in with an undercurrent of permanence, suggesting a final state beyond return.

Across its 48 minute runtime, Etheric Realms of the Night unfolds with cinematic scope, guided by atmosphere, symbolism, and emotional momentum. Orchestral elements, unusual instrumentation, and constantly shifting sonic landscapes reinforce the sense of a single story told in seven movements.

A series of interconnected videos expands this vision, forming a continuous visual narrative that mirrors the psychological descent heard in the music. Sound and imagery move together, creating an experience designed for full immersion.

Additionally, accompanying the album is a full companion film that visually realizes the narrative behind the music. Presented as a continuous sequence of interconnected videos, the film follows a young woman struggling with insomnia who turns to sleeping pills in search of rest. As the story unfolds, she is drawn deeper into a dream world where the boundary between hallucination and reality collapses. Each chapter mirrors the psychological descent heard in the album, moving through sleep paralysis, night terrors, and encounters with mysterious dream entities before culminating in a haunting final transformation. Designed to be experienced alongside the record, the film expands Etheric Realms of the Night into a unified audiovisual journey where music, symbolism, and story move together. 

With Etheric Realms of the Night, IATT venture deeper into psychological and conceptual territory, shaping a work that feels immersive, unsettling, and profoundly human. The album traces the path from surrender to transformation, where dreams deepen into realms that no longer fade with morning light.

About IATT:

IATT is a Philadelphia based progressive extreme metal band known for fusing blackened aggression, technical precision, and cinematic atmosphere into immersive, concept driven works. Their sound moves between ferocity and fragility, combining intricate guitar work, dynamic rhythms, and orchestral textures to create music that feels both emotionally intense and narratively expansive.

Since forming in 2008, IATT has steadily evolved into a project defined by scope and ambition. Each release is approached as a complete experience, with recurring musical themes, symbolic instrumentation, and carefully shaped pacing that guide the listener through psychological and philosophical terrain. Their albums often explore themes such as consciousness, identity, and the tension between reality and inner worlds, expressed through layered arrangements that reward deep listening.

Records like Nomenclature and Magnum Opus established IATT as a band unafraid to stretch the boundaries of extreme metal. Jazz influenced phrasing, classical inspired orchestrations, and atmospheric passages exist alongside relentless riffing and commanding vocal performances, giving their music a multidimensional character that resists simple categorization.

A strong visual and conceptual identity also plays a central role in the band’s work. IATT frequently extend their musical narratives into interconnected visual pieces, reinforcing the emotional and symbolic weight of their albums. This unified approach reflects their belief that sound, story, and imagery can combine to create a deeply immersive artistic statement.

With each new chapter, IATT continue refining their balance of brutality, beauty, and narrative depth, standing as one of the more adventurous and forward thinking voices in modern progressive extreme metal.

IATT is: 

Jay Briscoe – bass, vocals

Joe Cantamessa – lead guitar

Alec Pezzano – rhythm guitar, orchestral arrangements

Paul Cole – percussion

Connect with IATT:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamthetrireme

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iatt_official

X: https://x.com/iamthetrireme

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@iatt_official

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6EeKkHWc1PQO7vGUnyWNdr

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/iatt/1780562884

Bandcamp: https://iamthetrireme.bandcamp.com

Official Website: https://linktr.ee/IATT_Official

Merch Store: https://merchbooth.net/iatt

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iatt_official

WHIPWORM RELEASE "DEATH BEYOND"

 

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Los Angeles thrash/death metal duo Whipworm return with their fifth full-length album, “Death Beyond,” a conceptual journey that pushes the band’s signature blend of aggression, intensity and storytelling even further.

“Death Beyond” follows the story of a man who receives a mysterious letter describing future events that should be impossible to know. As the story unfolds, he soon realizes that the contents of the letter are not only real, but that they are guiding him toward an unimaginable destiny — a path that may lead him to challenge and ultimately usurp the throne of Death itself.

Musically, the album showcases Whipworm’s ability to merge thrash and death metal elements with relentless energy and technical precision. Crushing riffs, blistering drum assaults and dark, atmospheric passages combine to create a record that is both ferocious and cinematic in scope.

The band was formed in Los Angeles in 2020 when Travis Weinand (vocals, guitars, bass) and Dave Ferarra (drums) began writing music together during the global pandemic. What started as a way to stay musically active quickly evolved into a fully realized project with its own identity and vision.

Blending multiple metal styles seamlessly within each composition, Whipworm deliver a sound that pays tribute to the full spectrum of heavy music while maintaining their own aggressive and dynamic approach. Their music stands as a love letter to all things heavy — driven by speed, power and uncompromising intensity.

With every release the band continues to raise the bar, determined to shred harder, blast faster and push their musical boundaries further.

With “Death Beyond,” Whipworm take another decisive step forward, delivering a dark, intense and ambitious chapter in their evolving musical story.

LISTEN & ORDER "DEATH BEYOND" HERE

https://whipwormmetal.bandcamp.com/album/death-beyond-2

Tracklist: 

 01. Letters From The Dead

 02. Anamnesis

 03. The Teeth Beneath

 04. The Council of The Nine

 05. Eidolon

 06. Death Beyond

OFFICIAL LINKS

https://www.facebook.com/whipworm

https://www.instagram.com/whipwormmetal/

REIGN OF ECHOS RELEASE NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO "STATIC VEIN"

 

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California Modern Metal REIGN OF ECHOS' New Single “Static Vein” Dives Deep In The Struggle of Our Inner Demons

Southern California’s rising modern‑metal force Reign of Echos has released their highly anticipated second single and lyric video, “Static Vein,” recently released on March 13, 2026. The track follows the band’s January debut, “Blindside,” which introduced their signature blend of crushing heaviness, cinematic atmosphere, and emotionally charged storytelling.

​Formed in 2025, Reign of Echos, featuring Randy Lee (guitar/lead vocals), Rob (bass/backing vocals), and Dustin (drums/backing vocals), has rapidly emerged as one of the most focused and creatively driven new metal acts to come out of Apple Valley in Southern California. Their chemistry was immediate, their writing process naturally seamless, and their shared vision unmistakable: to craft music that is creative, unique, powerful, driven, and relentlessly hard‑hitting.

The band aims to deliver a listening experience that feels deeply relatable, intensely energetic, and adrenaline‑charged, building not just songs but a full‑scale sonic experience. This project also marks the first time Randy has written using a 7‑string guitar, expanding the band’s tonal range and adding new depth to their evolving sound.

​​“Static Vein” dives deep into the universal struggle against inner demons and the lingering darkness that exists within all of us. The band describes the track as a collision of madness, tension, and hope, with the music mirroring the internal battle portrayed in the lyrics.

​​“Static Vein was exciting for us to release as it is more of a presentation of our style of music. The song will be relatable to a wide audience while we all have struggled with some type of inner demon,” says Lee.

​Musically, the track pushes the trio into more intricate territory while maintaining the raw intensity that defines their sound. The accompanying music video amplifies the song’s themes with powerful, eye‑catching visuals that tell the story in a single, striking image.

​The band’s debut single, “Blindside,” set the tone for their arrival, an explosive track born from real‑life betrayal and emotional upheaval.

​​“Blindside was our first song written together. The song came out so effortlessly since one of us had just encountered a betrayal that was perfect for a song lyrically and musically,” adds Lee.

​With both singles now out, fans are getting their first real look into the band’s upcoming EP, featuring six of their most powerful and cohesive tracks to date, with a full album to follow. Listeners can expect raw emotion, crushing grooves, modern creative edge, and a relentless commitment to pushing their sound even further.

Recommended for fans of Lamb of God, Gojira, Korn, Mudvayne, and Trivium, listen to both singles at the following links:

Lyric Video - Static Vein - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPQ6XJ_godQ​

Music Video - Blindside - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFebCeH6z6I​

Add to your Spotify Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ucAi70jllo0wXWmXnlO7H

More info: https://www.linktr.ee/reignofechos

DEVORZHUM RELEASE "O KRÓLESTWIE, KTÓREGO NIGDY NIE BYLO"

 

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DEVORZHUM is a quite fresh band on the Polish metal scene formed in 2021 where in the line-up we can find experienced musician - Szymon "Simon" Bieńkowski well-known of playing in the past in such bands as Morbus Mortifer, Supreme Lord, Vomigod, Depravity and Rigor Mortis.

Less than three years ago, the band released their debut album, "Exigens Monumentum," which was very well received by both the media and listeners. The band has been working hard on their new release and will soon release a nearly 30-minute concept mini-album that tells a dark tale, full of blood, pain, and suffering.

The Poznań-based black metal band takes us on a journey to the burning, blood-soaked Middle East. "O królestwie, którego nigdy nie było..." is a tale of suffering, death, and revenge. A story that is not a myth or a fictionalized narrative, but a long-standing reality for families, ethnic groups, and entire nations. A reality that is still largely shaped by religious fanaticism.

The new release is a four-song concept in which the band expands their music with new layers and a more complex narrative. Devorzhum develops their existing sound, but gives it even greater intensity and weight. The band does not abandon its identity, but rather pursues it further – towards greater space, tension, and emotional depth.

"O królestwie, którego nigdy nie było..." is a cohesive work both musically and thematically – raw in its message, yet more mature in its form. And this is just the beginning of a story the band is already announcing its continuation.

The music for upcoming record was recorded, mixed and mastered by Simon. Cover artwork was done by ET-40. Band logo by Kontamination Design (Akhlys, Dimmu Borgir, Taake). Band live photo was done by A. Werens. New album will be released on April 10, 2026 in digital format and CD by Polish label Via Nocturna (pre-order).

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PREMIERE!

Stream song "Czas Zemsty" at Youtube

https://youtu.be/GA2wxrxCwGY

TRACKLIST:

01. Initium Belli

02. Czarne Ptaki Października

03. Czas Rozpaczy

04. Czas Zemsty

05. Płacz królestwa, którego nigdy nie było

BAND SOCIAL MEDIA

Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/devorzhum.official

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/devorzhum_official

Bandcamp  https://devorzhum.bandcamp.com/

LABEL SOCIAL MEDIA

Website | https://vianocturna.com/

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

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

Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/vianocturnacom

NECROCCULTUS RELEASE "THE AFTERDEATH BLACKNESS"

 

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Mexican death metal warriors NECROCCULTUS have unleashed their second single, “Multiform Devourer Of Souls”, from their upcoming new full-length album "The Afterdeath Blackness", and Mystification is hosting its exclusive premiere.

A monumental statement of pure, uncompromising death metal, the track erupts with colossal riffs and an atmosphere of dark grandeur. Forged through decades of underground dedication, the track channels the essence of NECROCCULTUS: relentless, solemn and commanding.

Stream “Multiform Devourer Of Souls” at THIS LOCATION.

“The Afterdeath Blackness” is scheduled for release on April 24th, 2026 via Terror From Hell Records.

Proud standard-bearers of the purest and most solemn death metal tradition, NECROCCULTUS return with a record that both honors and revitalizes the genre’s roots. Forged through years of underground militancy and unwavering dedication to the death metal cause, the band channels its accumulated experience into an album that feels timeless yet fiercely alive. “The Afterdeath Blackness” stands as a statement of intent: death metal in its most essential, uncompromising form.

Across eight tracks, the album showcases everything that has defined NECROCCULTUS since their inception: massive riffs, carefully crafted songwriting and a dark atmosphere rooted in ritualistic heaviness. The compositions are elaborate without ever becoming self-indulgent, balancing complexity with raw impact and maintaining a natural flow that keeps the listener immersed from beginning to end. A constant sense of menace runs through the record, while a subtle veil of epic grandeur elevates the material beyond mere brutality.

Rather than chasing trends or modern gimmicks, NECROCCULTUS embrace the spirit of classic death metal, filtering it through decades of underground commitment and artistic growth. The result is an album that sounds both reverent and commanding, a work that speaks directly to devoted followers of the old ways while reaffirming the band’s place among today’s torchbearers of authentic death metal.

The first single “Dread Midnight Entities” is now streaming HERE.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ax3e4z83nDE

Tracklist:

I. Intro (The Highest Sphere Of The Dead)

II. Slaughter Of Bestiality

III. Transition To The Tortuous Reign

IV. Unburied Hellish Presences

V. Dread Midnight Entities

VI. Multiform Devourer Of Souls

VII. Old Coffin Miasma

VIII. The Afterdeath Blackness

NECROCCULTUS was formed in 2003 as a five-piece band consisting of César (guitar), Omar (bass), Chago (guitar), Daniel (drums), and Isaías (growls). During the following three years, this original line-up recorded several releases, including the brutal full-length “Encircling The Mysterious Necrorevelation” (2005) for Sempiternal Productions (US), a 7” EP for Blood Harvest Records (Sweden), a three-way split CD with Sanctifier and Throneum on Warfuck Records (Colombia), and a split LP with Shub-Niggurath released by Iron Bonehead Productions (Germany).

Between 2006 and 2009, the band went through a series of line-up changes while continuing to perform live. Among their most notable appearances was “Glorifying the Great Beast” in 2009, where they shared the stage in Berlin, Germany, with bands such as Necros Christos, Kaamos, Graveyard, and others.

In 2012, NECROCCULTUS recorded another 12” EP, “Solemnelohim, Bringer Of Death”, once again released via Blood Harvest Records. Further line-up changes followed, and in 2020 the band unleashed the demo “Unburied Hellish Presences”, released by the Italian label Unholy Domain Records. Shortly after, due to the global pandemic, the band disbanded.

In 2024, founding member Isaías H. reactivated NECROCCULTUS alongside a new line-up: Roel (guitar), Néstor (bass), Alex (guitar), Dante (drums), and Isaías (growls). After performing several live shows, the band entered the studio between July and October 2025 to record their new abominable full-length, “The Afterdeath Blackness”, featuring eight tracks of bestial, unholy death metal.

Line-up:

Roel - Guitar

Alex - Guitar

Néstor - Bass

Dante - Drums

Isaías - Growls

The “The Afterdeath Blackness” was recorded, mixed and mastered at MAT Studio.

Vocals has been recorded at The Cave Home Studio, between July and October 2025

Engineering by Alex Méndez

Music by NECROCCULTUS

Lyrics by Isaías H.

Keyboards session on tracks 1, 6 and 8 by Astarot

Cover artwork by Thomas (Necromaniac)

Layout by Lorenzo Santini

Executive Production by Terror From Hell Recs

Terror From Hell Records

https://terrorfromhellrecords.bandcamp.com/

https://www.tfhrecords.com/terrorfromhell/

https://www.facebook.com/TerrorFromHellRecords/

ACID DEATH RELEASE NEW SINGLE "FORGING THE CHAINS"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

ACID DEATH's new single, "Forging The Chains" is officially out on March 27th 2026. Stream or download at: https://bfan.link/forging-the-chains 

It is the 3rd digital single from band's latest album, "Evolution". The single is in a new mix specially for this release. The two previous ones were, "The Gateway To Knowledge" (feat. Kelly R Shaefer and James Murphy), on September 12th 2025 and "Rise Of Salvation" on October 17th 2025. "Evolution" album is out from November 21st 2025, all releases by the German 7hard/7us Media Group (https://sevenus.de) 

- Official Site: www.aciddeath.net

- Facebook: www.facebook.com/aciddeathgr

- Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/aciddeathgr

- ReverbNation: www.reverbnation.com/aciddeathgr

- Twitter: www.twitter.com/aciddeathgr

- Instagram: www.instagram.com/aciddeathgr

- Bandcamp: https://aciddeath.bandcamp.com

HEBEPHRENIQUE RELEASE "DECATHEXIS"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Hebephrenique - Decathexis

Blackened Death Metal

LABEL: APOCALYPTIC WITCHCRAFT

RELEASE DATE: APRIL 17th 2026

As the head of respected label Apocalyptic Witchcraft, Conor Droney is exposed to a mountain of new, extreme music on a daily basis – he’s not a man who is easily impressed. However, upon hearing the uniquely challenging sounds of Australian blackened death metal entity Hebephrenique’s Decathexis album – released in Australia last year through Gutter Prince Cabal and Brilliant Emperor Records – he knew he had to help spread this plague to an international audience. The band were promptly signed to Apocalyptic Witchcraft and a cassette and digital release of the tumultuous Decathexis is now upon us.

“Australia has long produced some of the finest bands in extreme music, and Hebephrenique were one of the best discoveries I made last year” Droney commented. “I can’t wait for the rest of the extreme metal community to experience Decathexis.”

Decathexis begins with ‘Stasis’, a passage through the veil, an admittance into the strange, unnerving otherness of Hebephrenique. The layers of existence part at your touch and each step takes you deeper into darkness, farther from the light and from all you know and understand. There is movement, sound, a shifting in the shadows…and then ‘Visions Of Magdalene’ comes crashing into life – jarring, angular, dissonance and destruction, strange, disjointed melodies clambering like crippled spiders over a framework of steel madness. And within this vortex a voice; completely in command of its distorted environment, comfortable in this mangled confluence of impossibilities. The vocals act as a focal point, Kris Wolf a ringmaster in this circus of chaos, as songs shift into different dimensions, each one more unsettling than the last; incendiary intensity giving way to fractured dreams. Each element of the Hebephrenique sound seems to work independently, following its own path, patterns and realities…yet they are pinned together, thrashing wildly against impediment and restraint, painting sonic images of cruel, strange beauty. From the forceful, serrated riffs of ‘I, Adverse’ to the leaping, irrepressible energy of ‘To Inflict Or Nurture’ nothing can be held in place. This music is liquid silver – constantly evolving and transforming – building worlds and tearing them down in the blink of an eye. Concluding, title track – ‘Decathexis’ – begins as colossal, strident death metal which then splits and splinters before slipping beneath still, dark waters, falling down magnificent descending chords, deeper and deeper. It’s a profoundly affecting experience and when silence finally returns Hebephrenique leaves you stunned and changed.

Meticulously mixed by Brendan Auld (Idle Ruin, Malignant Aura, Resin Tomb etc) and mastered by the in-demand Brad Boatwright (Corrosion Of Conformity, Devourment, Obituary etc) Decathexis has been gifted a clarity to its chaos and nuance to its power, imbuing it with the power to shock, surprise and bewilder with every listen. Look for its coming on April 17th from Apocalyptic Witchcraft – a label whom the band are proud to be associated with…

"We are extremely excited to be working with Apocalyptic Witchcraft...It's humbling to be a part of such a strong roster."

Line-up:

Jack Greenhill - Guitars, Bass, Keyboards

Kris Wolf - Vocals

Leo Graae - Drums

Genre: Blackened Death Metal

For fans of: Mayhem | Gorguts | Anaal Nathrakh | Morbid Angel

Further Information:

https://www.facebook.com/hebephrenique

https://hebephrenique.bandcamp.com/

https://instagram.com/hebe.phrenique

https://apocalypticwitchcraft.co.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/apocalypticwitchcraftrecordings

https://www.instagram.com/apocalypticwitchcraft/

https://apocalypticwitchcraft.bandcamp.com/

TEETH OF LAMB RELEASE "DEATHWARD"

 

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German Death/Thrash Metal band Teeth of Lamb released their new album «Deathward» on Kernkraftritter Records. The release was recorded at "TOL Headquarter Studios", and mixed/mastered by Torsten Sauerbrey at "Metalsound Studios".

https://open.spotify.com/album/0ovfpxFBHhdfP2FUMaPK3D

Teeth of Lamb is a German thrash metal band founded in 2016 by ex-Striker (GER) guitarist Wolf J., who later took over vocals. After several lineup changes, Piepsi Panic on bass and Chris Herdegen on drums have been the band's permanent lineup since 2020 which has been consolidated as three piece since 2025. After the demo "Termination World" (2017) and self-titled EP (2018), they gained radio exposure, toured with major acts, released debut album "Soul Gutter" (2020), and expanded internationally, including tours in Poland, Czech Republic, Austria and Swiz.

https://teethoflamb.bandcamp.com/

https://www.facebook.com/teethoflamb/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9RXFkuJhMpAjLhnWmKcYWg

VARMIA RELEASE "LAUKS"

 

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Band: VARMIA

Album: lauks

Release Date: March 27, 2026

Country: Poland

Genre: Black Metal

Label: M-Theory Audio

"This album is the quintessence of our understanding of natural, raw intensity, teetering on the verge of chaos,” states Lasota. “As always, we recorded it live – this time among the ruins of one of the many castles still standing on our land. Within its empty, derelict halls, we discovered a new dimension of musical naturalism. The aura of the place is embedded into the sound, reverberating through the slower hits of the instruments. The title ‘lauks’ refers to the way our ancestors coexisted in groups of communes or settlements. In the context of this album, it signifies identity, territorial instinct, and the sharp line between us and them."

‘lauks’ a much more straightforward and intense VARMIA raging through a darkened track of raw primal black metal that still clings to their Baltic roots abetted by adding in percussion and traditional instrumentation and is available now for pre-order on limited-edition 300 warm blood colored vinyl (with insert and download code), jewelcase CD with 12-page booklet or digital. Order now at www.m-theoryaudio.com/store or www.varmiaband.bandcamp.com

VARMIA was formed in 2016 by composer Lasota with a mission of fusing black metal with musical influences that pay tribute to the ancient Baltic tribes of the historical Warmia region of northern Poland. Vocally, harsh growls shroud the band's music and native Polish lyrics in a visceral aura, the only breaks occurring when using the traditional, ancient technique of “whitevoice” clean singing as utilized during ancient East-Central European rituals, rites of passage and festivals. Meanwhile, the power of the band's metal influences are enhanced by traditional ethnic instrumentation of the Baltic Rites via sounds of tagelharpa, goat horn, lyre (gęśle), tribal drums, wood tuba and krivula. The final result is a compelling mix of dark metallic sounds that channel the spirit of early Enslaved, Satyricon and Wolves in the Throne Room and folk elements that drive acts such as Wardruna and Heilung.

VARMIA has released four albums to date – 2017's ‘Z mar twych,’ 2018's ‘W ciele nie,’ 2021’s ‘bal Lada,’ their first collaboration with M-Theory Audio, and 2023’s ‘Nie Nas Widze.’

For more information:

www.facebook.com/varmiaband

www.instagram.com/varmiaband

https://varmiaband.bandcamp.com

www.m-theoryaudio.com

IVOIRE RELEASE "URAGANO"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

IVOIRE announce the release of their debut album “Uragano”, due out on May 8, 2026: an emotionally devastating, intense and layered work, capable of turning the weight of pain into dense, dark and deeply immersive sonic matter.

The first single “Vetta” is now available HERE.

With “Uragano”, the band shape a personal expressive language in which a solid post-metal foundation intertwines with an intricate interplay of tension and texture, opening up to further shades that include black metal elements and atmospheric passages. The result is a thick and shadowy sound, oppressive yet never static, capable of suddenly opening into waves of melancholy, rarefied passages and moments of almost contemplative suspension. It is precisely within this unstable balance between impact and fragility, fury and introspection, that the album finds its deepest identity.

“Uragano” was born in December 2021, when Nicolò Lenoci, founder of IVOIRE and, up to that point, the project’s main songwriter, decided to put a series of personal reflections into words. From that intimate yet unavoidable creative urgency, the first embryonic ideas for the songs began to emerge, eventually forming the backbone of the album. The record developed as a process of surfacing, in which inner tensions, visions and emotional fragments gradually took shape as a coherent and lacerating sonic narrative.

From a musical standpoint, the album moves between post-metal, sludge and black metal influences, alternating moments of overwhelming intensity with more rarefied and atmospheric sections. Harsh vocals intertwine with ambient passages and spoken-word moments, feeding a constant contrast between implosion and release, violence and reflection. The concept behind “Uragano” revolves around decay and the exploration of the boundary between destruction and catharsis: an imagery that does not end with the writing of the songs, but also extends into the live dimension, conceived as a natural continuation of the world evoked by the record.

The full-length features, alongside Nicolò Lenoci, Antonio Caggese on vocals and Giovanni Solazzo (Turangalila, Duocane) on drums. Further enriching the album are Fabrizio Cioce (Zolfo), appearing in the outro of “Sotto la Cenere”, and Michael Anthony Foti (Die Sünde), who wrote the lyrics for and performed vocals on “Chimera”. Together, these contributions broaden the album’s emotional scope and reinforce its collective dimension while remaining firmly rooted in a clearly defined artistic vision.

In 2025, the project finally found its definitive line-up with the permanent addition of Sebastiano Liso on guitar, Cipo (The Apulian Blues Foundation) on drums and Francesco Bizzoca (Sürd, A Violet Pine) on bass. This is the line-up with which IVOIRE present themselves today, ready to accompany the release of “Uragano” and bring its full expressive force to the stage.

With “Uragano”, IVOIRE deliver a debut that seeks no compromise: a visceral, bleak and deeply human record that descends into the cracks and turns them into sound.

Tracklist:

01. Le Catene dell’Estro

02. Vetta

03. Tempeste

04. Chimera

05. Sotto La Cenere

For fans of: Amenra, Cult of Luna, Dirge, Year of No Light

Line-up:

Antonio Caggese – Vocals

Nicolò Lenoci – Guitar

Sebastiano Liso – Guitar

Cipo – Drums

Francesco Bizzoca – Bass

Album line-up:

Nicolò Lenoci – Guitar, bass

Antonio Caggese – Vocals

Giovanni Solazzo – Drums

Credits:

• Recording, mixing, mastering: Andrea Lenoci

• Artwork: Camilla Di Bella Vecchi

• Music and lyrics: Nicolò Lenoci

• Saxophone on “Sotto la Cenere”: Fabrizio Cioce (Zolfo)

• Vocals and lyrics on “Chimera”: Michael Anthony Foti (Die Sünde)

IVOIRE

https://ivoire.bandcamp.com/

https://www.instagram.com/ivoire.postmetal/

https://www.youtube.com/@IVOIRE-postmetal

ONCHOCERCIASIS ESOPHAGOGASTRODUODENOSCOPY RELEASE "FUGUE GNAWED FROM THE SCABBED GOD CEREBRUM"

 

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Gore House Prod. - ONCHOCERCIASIS ESOPHAGOGASTRODUODENOSCOPY Unleashes Blasting Fury and Vile Gutturals w/ "Gutted & Corpsed" From New Album "Fugue Gnawed from the Scabbed God Cerebrum" 

Formed in Quebec City, OxE began as a solo project by guitarist Alice Simard, who sought to explore heavier, more grotesque sonic territory. After recruiting vocalist Jesse Agiomamitis in 2019 and later joining forces with German musician Popu, the project evolved into a fully collaborative, internationally connected force.

"Fugue Gnawed from the Scabbed God Cerebrum" is OxE’s most ambitious and punishing work to date, a labyrinth of warped synths, alien textures, and meticulously crafted brutality. Musically, the album pushes the band deeper into experimental territory, drawing inspiration from releases such as Nithing’s "Agonal Hymns" and Dripping’s "Disintegration of Thought Patterns During A Synthetic Mind Traveling Bliss."

“The LP is definitely the most experimental OxE release so far. Between the carnage of the main instrumentals are layers of synths and organic instrumentation that have been sonically destroyed to give everything an alien feel,” says Popu.

Lyrically, the album follows a cryptic conceptual arc centered around a mythic “godslayer” figure, an entity on a cosmic, God-of-War-esque rampage through the universe. The narrative mirrors the album’s emotional core: cold, calculated violence intertwined with themes of mental illness, mythological annihilation, and existential dread.

For the album's artwork, the band once again collaborated with acclaimed artist Mei Maro, whose surreal, folklore-infused style visually captures the album’s fusion of myth, brutality, and psychological distortion.

“We wanted something that represented all of our combined influences. Mei always delivers something incredible, and this piece ties together everything we explored on the record,” adds the band.

The album’s eleven songs carve out a relentless and disorienting sonic journey. It opens with “Conquering Divinity,” a chaotic, myth-laden assault designed to immediately destabilize the listener. “Gutted & Corpsed” delivers ferocious blasting, inhuman vocal textures, and a plunge into an underworld-like atmosphere. “Heaven’s Empty Halls” shifts into eerie, dungeon-synth-infused territory, setting the stage for the album’s final descent. The closer, “Forged in the Blackest Reaches of Blasphemy,” ties the record together with a melodic yet brutal homage to the band’s key influences. Across the journey, from the twisted melodicism of “Apotheotic Apotemnophilia” to the crushing weight of “Entombed Within the Infinite Panopticon,” the album balances experimentation with the visceral heaviness fans expect.

"With this album, we’ve done what we’ve always done, simply better. We don’t want to stray too far from our original DNA, from what makes the band who we are, but there’s always going to be progression in some direction. This record marks our longest gap between releases, which isn’t something we had in mind, but great art can’t be rushed out the door, and while it may have taken some time to materialize, I’m certain that this record will be everything fans have wanted and then some, because it certainly was for us. Each album is a learning process, and I feel as though these new tracks we’ve got, more than anything else we’ve made, have taught us invaluable lessons about who we are as people, and just how much we love music and the creative process," says vocalist Jesse.

Formed in Quebec City, OxE began as a solo project by guitarist Alice Simard, who sought to explore heavier, more grotesque sonic territory. After recruiting vocalist Jesse Agiomamitis in 2019 and later joining forces with German musician Popu, the project evolved into a fully collaborative, internationally connected force.

Their sound, described by the band as Inhuman, Unnerving, Calculated, Chaotic, Apocalyptic, draws from brutal death metal, black metal, avant-garde experimentation, and a wide range of non-musical influences, including Dark Souls, NieR, Berserk, Evangelion, and global mythology.

For Fans of Deathspell Omega, Disentomb, Artificial Brain, First Fragment, Disgorge, and Ulcerate, OxE's "Fugue Gnawed from the Scabbed God Cerebrum" is available on CD, Cassette, and digitally from Stillbirth Records / Gore House Productions at https://orcd.co/scabbed-god-cerebrum

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SCARAB RELEASE "TRANSMUTATION OF FATE"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

SCARAB

Egypt’s death metal legends return with ritualistic riffs, cinematic orchestration, and crushing aggression.

Brutal Records

8 May 2026

SCARAB Unleashes Transmutation of Fate

Brutal Records unleashes Transmutation of Fate, the new EP from Egypt’s legendary death metal force SCARAB. With this release, the band enters a new chapter under its global alliance with the iconic American label. As a result, SCARAB launches a devastating new era. Brutal Records now drives the band’s ancient sonic incantations through its international network.

The Rise of SCARAB in Egyptian Death Metal

SCARAB formed in 2006 and quickly earned a reputation for ferocity, atmosphere, and spiritual intensity. Over the years, the band refined a sound that stands apart. Moreover, SCARAB fuses uncompromising death metal with Middle Eastern and Egyptian mysticism. Because of this approach, the music creates a ritualistic experience that transcends borders, cultures, and belief systems. Crushing riffs collide with cinematic orchestrations. Meanwhile, relentless aggression channels ancient mythology into modern extreme metal.

Lineup and Sonic Identity

Sammy Sayed leads the band on vocals and orchestrations. Alongside him, Tarek Amr and Omar Abou Doma command the guitars. Mohamed El Sherbieny anchors the sound on bass. At the same time, Amir El-Saidi drives the music forward with punishing drums. Sherif Elias expands the sonic landscape on keyboards and synths. Together, SCARAB pushes its mythology further with a sound that remains both brutal and transcendent.

A Ritualistic EP with Global Impact

Each track functions as a ceremonial invocation. In particular, the band blends fearless precision with deep atmospheric layers. Therefore, the EP reinforces SCARAB’s role as pioneers of Egyptian extreme metal on a global scale.

Statement from SCARAB

“We are very happy to join forces with Brutal Records. This marks a new era for SCARAB, and we are looking forward to what we are going to be putting out to the world through Brutal Records. Let the magick begin!”

Upcoming Releases via Brutal Records SCARAB and Brutal Records are already preparing devastating new material for release:

🔥 Mark Your Calendars – April 24, 2026

“Vow of the Sphinx (Abo El-Houl)” drops worldwide as the first gateway into the upcoming EP Transmutation of Fate.

Forged through 20 years of evolution, this release delivers a dark, atmospheric, ritual-driven death metal experience.

👉 Pre-save now: https://orcd.co/brut89678

⚔️ EP Release: Transmutation of Fate – May 8, 2026

Tracklist:

Vow of the Sphinx (Abo El-Houl)

Hands from the Sun (Amon)

Epistle of Secrets (Creators of III)

Monarch of Violence (Oriasirius)

The Ritual Begins This signing represents more than a business agreement—it is an awakening. With Brutal Records’ global reach and SCARAB’s uncompromising vision, the coming releases will expand the band’s mythology and deliver apocalyptic death metal where the sacred and the savage collide.

For Media & Radio: Brutal Records provides this advance promo of Transmutation of Fate to industry professionals, reviewers, and radio programmers strictly for evaluation purposes.The material is confidential and not for public distribution until the official release on May 8th, 2026.

Here’s the link for Transmutation of Fate :

Preorder

👉 Physical: https://brutalrecords.com/product/transmutation-of-fate-cd/

👉 Bandcamp: https://brutalrecords.bandcamp.com/album/transmutation-of-fate

👉 Digital [Album]: https://orcd.co/brut89677

👉 Digital [Single]: https://orcd.co/brut89678

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VANIR RELEASE NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO: "BOUDICA"

 

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With “Boudica”, their new single, Danish melodic death metal unit VANIR deliver another fierce chapter from their upcoming album “Wyrd”. The song, out today, tells the story of the legendary warrior queen who led her people against the Roman Empire - a figure of defiance, vengeance, and unbreakable will.

More than just a tale from history, “Boudica” is a battle hymn of resistance and empowerment. As the queen fought for her people’s freedom and her rightful place as their leader, the song resonates as an anthem of women’s strength and the fight against oppression across the ages.

Merging blistering melodic death metal with epic storytelling, Vanir breathe new life into the legacy of a woman who refused to bow, and whose name still echoes as a symbol of power and rebellion.

"Boudica" is available now on all streaming services and has also been released in a lyric video, which can be seen below or in one of our official media partners for its release, which premiered the video earlier today:

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Arrow Lords Of Metal (NL)

Deaf Forever (DE)

Ever Metal (UK)

Heavymetal.no (NO)

Kronos Mortus (HU)

Metal Roos (AU)

Metal Shock Finland (FI)

MetalUniverse.net (CA)

Rock In Spain (ES)

Stormbringer.at (AT)

The Old Coffin Spirit Zine (BR)

World Of Metal (PT)

VANIR "Boudica" lyric video  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qY4bQcZsuiA

Swords, helmets and shields can be heard in the distance once more, as Danish warriors Vanir return with their new album, “Wyrd”. The record revolves around the timeless theme of fate - spun from war, from the choices of humankind, and from the consequences that have shaped our world. As a mirror of our own time, where decisions carry the weight of future destinies, “Wyrd” invites the listener into stories of downfall and triumph, of lives lost and victories won.

The visual core of the album is brought to life by artist David Troest, whose dramatic cover depicts the Winged Hussar, one of history’s most fearsome war machines. The scene is the legendary Battle of Vienna in 1683, where the Polish cavalry forced the Ottoman Empire to retreat, halting its expansion into Europe. This clash of civilizations forms the backdrop for the song “Never Surrender”, told through the eyes of those who defended Vienna from invasion.

But “Wyrd” is more than just a historical album. It is a musical journey into humanity’s struggle with power, destiny, and the eternal conflicts over survival and dominion. Vanir combine melodic death metal with epic storytelling, reminding us of that history always repeats itself, and that the choices we make today hold the seeds of tomorrow’s battles.

The album has been mixed and mastered at Demigod Recordings, ensuring a powerful and razor-sharp sound that does justice to the weight of its themes.

As one of Denmark’s most prominent melodic death metal bands, Vanir has forged its own take on epic for over a decade now, with history-themed melodic death metal, merging crushing riffs with tales of fate, battle, and myth. With “Wyrd”, the collective once again sharpen their steel and march onto the battlefields of history.

“Wyrd” will be released on LP, CD and digital formats on 03.04.2026, via Mighty Music. 

Lineup:

Martin Drageholm - vocals

Kirk Backarach - guitars

Lasse Heiberg - guitars

Mikael Christensen - bass

Jon Elmquist Schmidt - drums

Stefan Dujardin - keyboards

Webshop:

https://bit.ly/vanir-target

Web:

Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/Vanirband 

Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/vanirdenmark

Bandcamp  https://vanirdk.bandcamp.com/

Deezer  https://www.deezer.com/en/artist/1205990

Confirmed live dates:

4/4 - Rust, Copenhagen, DK (release concert)

10/4 - Ragnarok Festival, Tyskland, DE 

1-2/5 - Mead and Greed Festival, Tyskland, DE 

25-27/6 - Basinfire Fest, Tjekkiet, CZ

1/8 - Wacken Open Air, DE

18/9 - Kedelhuset, Silkeborg, DK (with Crocell)

"Wyrd" tracklist:

1. Against The Storm 

2. Never Surrender 

3. Braavalla 

4. Boudica 

5. Da Lammet Brød det 6. Segl 

6. Helgrinidir 

7. Mod & Ære 

8. De Forbandede År 

9. Nine 

EGREGORE RELEASE "IT ECHOES IN THE WILD"

 

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It Echoes In The Wild, the bizarre and unhinged second album by Vancouver-based black/death metal entity EGREGORE, will be released this Friday through the formidable roster of 20 Buck Spin, who today unveils the entire album for advance streaming.

Here we find ourselves, among the Canadian miscreants EGREGORE – uniting members of Mitochondrion, Reversed, Ruinous Power, formerly of Auroch, and more – whereupon they return from whence the wind howls like a damned choir and the Earth knows no master, to chart a broader sonic wilderness via It Echoes In The Wild. And much as sea-rogues and freebooters sought fortune upon blackened waters, so too does Egregore venture musically into diabolic and ungoverned lands.

Presenting something more expansive, elemental, and untamed on It Echoes In The Wild, the early occult black death metal lunacy of EGREGORE embraces atmospheric breadth equally alongside primitive force to delve deep into not only geographic wilds, but the psychological, esoteric and spiritual hinterlands at the edges of complete madness. Dark invocations and secret tongues draw forth echoes from forest and fen, cave and cliff, tempting the temporally tethered to receive the curse, all the while driven by a primal, unknowable sardonic menace.

Though the voyage be perilous, to succumb to It Echoes In The Wild is to become ensconced in a lawless dominion of the soul in service of a higher call. Mirroring nature’s unbridled forces and the hidden echoes that dwell within, EGREGORE’s second album takes the band’s mystical insanity and magickal perversion to the edge of the abyss and plunges forward.

It Echoes In The Wild was engineered and recorded by Mariessa McLeod, mixed and mastered by Arthur Rizk (Blood Incantation, Dream Unending, Tomb Mold), and completed with cover art by Luciana Lupe Vasconcelos, illustration and layout by Dipayan Das, and logo by Karmazid. The result is an album prime for fans of Nocturnus, Morbid Angel, King Diamond, Samael, Superstition, Angelcorpse, Mortuary Drape, Necrophobic, Absu, and The Chasm.

From the EGREGORE cult: “There is no sight apart from the seen; no feeling beyond the felt; no independent capacity for knowledge outside of what is known.

“Self: a confluence of cause and condition. Consciousness: a triangulation of pre-requisite factors.

“When this is understood, there is no longer any boundary as to where you end and the infinite begins. Everything is connected. This is the word of the law, and it echoes in the wild.”

Sustain the malefic howl of EGREGORE’s It Echoes In The Wild early on YouTube RIGHT HERE, and view the videos for “Stair Into The Vortex” HERE and “Servants Of The Second Death” HERE.

20 Buck Spin will release It Echoes In The Wild on LP, CD, and digital platforms this Friday, March 20th. Preorders can be placed at the label webshop HERE and Bandcamp HERE.

Furthermore, effective immediately, EGREGORE is pleased to announce a partnership with Waste Management Bookings for all live engagements. Stand by for updates.

EGREGORE:

Shawn Haché aka Essentia Collapse – drums, vocals, acoustic guitars

Sebastian Montesi aka Catastrophe Saturna – lead guitars, acoustic guitars, vocals, synth

Phil Fiess aka Helios Thread – bass, vocals

Album guests:

Dylan Atkinson aka Exodus To Unukalhai – additional lead guitar

Cuillen aka Axis i Arcana – vocals

Lillian Liu aka Jaded Castigator of the Baleful Communion – lead synth

Brayden Turenne aka Oracular Phantasm – electronics, ambient interludes

Mashruk Huq aka Voice of the Dweller – spoken word on "Corsairs Of The Daath Gulf"

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CRÉME FLESH RELEASE "FOR YOUR ASS ONLY"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

CRÈME FLESH – FOR YOUR ASS ONLY

LABEL: COMATOSE MUSIC

RELEASE DATE: APRIL 3rd 2026

With the world teetering on the brink of absolute destruction, what we need is a hero – or even better, four of them – and with serendipitous good fortune, out of the great white north come Canadian secret agents of slam, Crème Flesh! Returning after the successful 2023 operation: Casablumpkin, they are licensed to blast, brutalize and wield pornographic puns like deadly weapons! All too often in the world of extreme music an offensive song title or a humorous soundbite is used to disguise a spectacular lack of musical ability…but not with Crème Flesh. With these maniacs you can laugh, be offended and get blown to bits by some of the most severely savage brutal death metal you will ever hear, executed with clinical precision. Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to survive the ten tracks of bowel-rupturing, cranium crushing brutality that is…For Your Ass Only!

Beginning with the crisp, accomplished assault of ‘Field Of Creams’, For Your Ass Only quickly demonstrates just how deadly serious the music behind its over the top song titles really is. The riffs are impeccable, the vocals beyond monstrous, the drumming superbly skilled and the tempo shifts from a mid-paced, bone splintering grind to insane, frenzied velocities navigated with a slick, deceptive nonchalance. ‘Lake Flaccid’ begins with a carefully selected quote from the film Lake Placid before unleashing a landslide of punishing heaviness, while ‘Sleepless On Cialis’ is the kind of groove heavy pit anthem, grotesquely adorned in spurts of wanton aggression, that is designed for live violence. From the crawling beast that is ‘The Gapes Of Wrath’ to the twisted insanity of ‘Jagged Little Penis’, For Your Ass Only is utterly relentless - reaching a cataclysmic climax with ‘Whores Of Perception’, where thick, pustulant riffs collide with a rhythm that’s as infected as it is infectious. It’s one hell of a conclusion to an album that’s a masterclass in slamming, brutal death metal. Come for the jokes but stay for Crème Flesh’s unquestionable massive killing capacity.

Complete with a sound that combines intimidating muscle and shocking clarity, thanks to producer Geoff Hodsman (Human Compost, Apegod etc) and brilliantly realised artwork courtesy of Krag (Paroxsihzem, Nuclearhammer etc), For Your Ass Only will begin its assignment of subversion and devastation on April 3rd, under the command of Comatose Music. This press release will self-destruct in five seconds…

Line-up:

Matt Hilden - Vocals

Rory Kennedy - Bass

Sophokles Theodoru - Guitar

Allen L. - Drums

Genre: Slam/Brutal Death Metal

For fans of: Devourment | Kraanium | Vulvectomy | Korpse

Further Information:

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HORIZON OF AEONS RELEASE NEW SINGLE: "UNTIL THE DARKNESS CLAIMS US"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

The Finnish dark metal band Horizon of Aeons are set to release their debut album, Timeless Forms of Desolation, on 29 May 2026 via Inverse Records. The second single 'Until the Darkness Claims Us', is unleashed today and it's available on all essential streaming services: https://push.fm/fl/horizon-of-aeons-darkness

The band comments:

"The title of the song is taken from the book written by Sarah J. Maas. The lyrics are loosely based on that story. The vow of absolute loyalty and brotherhood binds us to one another until our very last breath. The doomy atmosphere in the first part of the song is crushingly heavy, but only momentarily until the melodic relief comes. Later in the song, the heaviness returns, followed by beautiful melodies from keyboards and guitar, and the outro features three consecutive key modulations. This is something you don’t hear every day in metal music."

BIOGRAPHY:

Horizon of Aeons is a gothic dark metal band founded in 2024, bringing together seasoned musicians from the Finnish metal scene. The band consists of Miska Lehtivuori (vocals, guitar), Ville Pekkala (guitar), Pekka Venho (bass), and Pekka Jokela (drums). These members have a rich history of playing together in various bands (Fall of the Leafe, Ablaze in Hatred, Searing Meadow, Mormânt De Snagov, Leaflet, Jackie’s Land), which laid the foundation for their cohesive and powerful sound.

Horizon of Aeons’ musical influences are as diverse as the members’ extensive  backgrounds in the metal scene. Each member brings a wealth of experience from their  previous bands, contributing to the band’s unique sound.

Together, these musicians create a sound that is both intense and melodic, drawing from a wide array of metal subgenres. Their influences span across various styles, allowing them to craft a distinctive musical identity that is uniquely their own. This blend of experience and inspiration results in a sound that is both familiar and innovative, pushing the boundaries of gothic dark metal.

Themes and Lyrics

Horizon of Aeons’ lyrics delve deeply into the dark and complex concept of time and its relentless progression. Their songs often explore the infinite future contrasted with the finite past, creating a haunting and introspective atmosphere. The band masterfully weaves themes of existence and memory into their music, painting vivid pictures of a world where time is both a creator and a destroyer.

In addition, Horizon of Aeons touches on themes of cosmic forces, often using esoteric and mystical imagery. They explore the inherent inclinations of humanity, the seductive nature of sin, and the purifying power of darkness. This adds a layer of depth to their music, as they challenge conventional beliefs and embrace the darker aspects of existence.

Overall, the band’s lyrics are a profound exploration of time, existence, and the human condition, offering listeners a journey through the infinite and the ephemeral.

Debut Release

Horizon of Aeons’ debut album titled Timeless Forms of Desolation is set to be released through Inverse Records in 2026. Their first single, Haunting Presence, is already available on all digital platforms, showcasing a tantalizing preview of their dark, atmospheric sound through a condensed single edit.

LISTEN to the first single Kairos: https://push.fm/fl/horizon-of-aeons-kairos

Horizon of Aeon - Until the Darkness Claims Us (Single 2026)

-Composed by Miska Lehtivuori, Ville Pekkala, Pekka Venho & Pekka Jokela

-Lyrics by Miska Lehtivuori & Ville Pekkala

-Mixed & mastered by Miska Lehtivuori

-ISRC: FIP6B2600006

-Single cover by Vivia Lehtivuori

Horizon of Aeon - Timeless Forms of Desolation  (Album 2026)

Track list: 

1. Kairos

2. Aedis Tenebrae 

3. Ghosts Transcending

4. Devilish Mist of Deformed 

5. 1846 (The Ones Beneath)

6. Until the Darkness Claims Us

7. Spectral Echoes

8. Haunting Presence  

-Album cover by Miska Lehtivuori

CD PRE-ORDERS from Inverse Store. 

Line-up:

Miska Lehtivuori – Vocals, Guitars

Ville Pekkala – Guitars

Pekka Venho – Bass

Pekka Jokela – Drums

Links: 

https://www.facebook.com/horizonofaeons

https://www.instagram.com/horizonofaeons 

https://horizonofaeons.bandcamp.com  

NOXIS RE-RELEASE "VIOLENCE INHERENT IN THE SYSTEM"

 

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NOXIS: new reissue of "Violence Inherent In The System" debut LP due out in March

Rotted Life (US) and Dawnbreed Records (Europe) announce a new vinyl and CD pressing of “Violence Inherent In The System”, the debut album by Cleveland death metal outfit NOXIS, originally released in 2024, now set for a new reissue on March 27th.

Widely praised within the underground upon its initial release, “Violence Inherent In The System” delivers eleven tracks of ferocious and twisted death metal, blending labyrinthine riffing, suffocating atmospheres and relentless aggression. From the crushing opener “Skullcrushing Defilement” to the bleak closer “Emanations of the Sick,” the album unfolds as a dense and punishing listen, confirming NOXIS as one of the most compelling names in the contemporary underground death metal scene.

FFO: Demigod, early Cryptopsy, Demilich.

The new pressing will be available in the following formats:

LP – regular jacket (300 copies total)

100 copies on black vinyl

200 copies on yellow flame vinyl

CD – jewel case with printed case (300 copies)

NOXIS

https://noxisdeathmetal.bandcamp.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Noxisdeathmetal/

https://www.instagram.com/noxisdeathmetal/

Rotted Life Records

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Dawnbreed Records

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VISIONS OF TERROR RELEASE "THE DARK TRIAD"

 

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Visions of Terror

The Dark Triad

Arson Theory

31 March 2026

Rising from the frozen northern Midwest, modern metal force Visions of Terror is poised to make an unforgettable impact with the release of their debut EP, The Dark Triad, set to drop on March 31, 2026, via Arson Theory. This explosive debut will be accompanied by a blistering new music video for the single “Phoenix Rising,” showcasing the band’s relentless energy and artistic vision.

Forged in a region where brutal winters and unforgiving terrain shape the character of those who endure them, Visions of Terror channel that same resilience into their sound. Blending the razor-sharp precision of melodic death metal with the crushing weight of modern metal, the band delivers a relentless sonic assault that fans of Revocation, Sylosis, and At The Gates will immediately appreciate. Their dynamic dual lead vocal attack sets them apart, creating a powerful contrast between aggression and melody that adds depth to their already explosive musical foundation.

Behind the kit, Spencer “Grizzly” Cole drives the band forward with thunderous drumming that hits with the force of an avalanche. Bassist and vocalist Josh Ballard locks in with a heavy-handed groove while delivering versatile vocal power that reinforces the band’s commanding rhythm section. Veteran guitarist and vocalist Nicholas James brings relentless riffing and memorable lead work that cuts straight to the bone, while guitarist Abraham Joseph injects modern aggression and inventive melodies that complete the quartet’s hard-hitting sound.

The result is a band that balances technical precision with raw energy, delivering songs that hit hard while still pulling listeners into deeper lyrical themes. With tracks like “Phoenix Rising” and “Un-Heavenly,” The Dark Triad dives into themes that challenge the stagnation of modern society while pushing listeners toward resilience and personal determination. Each track offers layers of intensity that reveal more with every listen.

The accompanying music video for “Phoenix Rising,” produced by JT Ibanez, captures the band’s explosive energy and visual identity while giving fans their first cinematic glimpse into the world of Visions of Terror. The EP was mixed and mastered by Matt Schmidt, delivering a polished yet aggressive production that fully captures the band’s powerful sound.

“We've dedicated ourselves to crafting exceptional songs and are eager to share them,” says the band. “As individual artists, we're committed to producing outstanding music, and together, we're a dynamic and formidable collective. I think that really shows in our first release.”

With their debut EP set to drop this spring, Visions of Terror are already preparing to bring their crushing live performance to stages across the region, with shows and touring plans expected to follow the release.

The Dark Triad arrives March 31, 2026.

For fans of:

- Revocation

- Sylosis

- At The Gates

About Visions of Terror:

Emerging from the harsh landscapes of the northern Midwest, Visions of Terror is a modern metal band committed to pushing the boundaries of their genre with a sound that is both aggressive and melodic. Their unique approach combines powerful vocals with technical instrumentation, creating a listening experience that resonates with metal fans around the globe.

Follow Visions of Terror:

Apple Music: Listen Here  https://arsontheory.vyd.co/TheDarkTriad

Facebook: Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/VisionsofTerror

Instagram: Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/visionsofterrorofficial

Spotify: Listen Here   https://arsontheory.vyd.co/TheDarkTriad

YouTube: YouTube   https://www.youtube.com/@VisionsofTerrorOfficial

ETERNAL EVIL RELEASE "FOREVER FEARED"

 

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Influenced by Thrash Metal Royalties Slayer, Kreator, Destruction, Dissection, and Exodus ‘ earlier works, ETERNAL EVIL was formed in Stockholm - Sweden in 2019. 

The band initially intended to carry on the legacy of early High energy early Classic Thrash insanity.

Following the release of the furious The Gates Beyond Mortality, ETERNAL EVIL wasted no time, immediately embarking on their quest for world domination. Carving their path through Sweden’s vast music landscape, the band quickly claimed their spotlight—opening for In Flames at the legendary Dalhalla, sharing the stage with the mighty Cavalera Brothers two nights in a row, and delivering a full-throttle set at Sweden’s largest rock gathering, the Sweden Rock Festival.

Today, with the name ETERNAL EVIL firmly etched into the minds of Scandinavian metalheads, the band has poured their entire soul and relentless dedication into their new album, 'Forever Feared'. Strengthening their ranks with two of Sweden’s finest musicians—drummer Felix Wahlund and bassist Adam Sjö— the band elevates their sound to new extremes.

 Drawing from their roots in thrash and black metal, ETERNAL EVIL have fused every influence they’ve ever embraced and pushed the boundaries of their genre further than any band in their league. The album’s artwork reflects a deeply personal struggle: serpents symbolize the hardship and betrayal that have surrounded the band, while the hand that strangles the snake stands as a powerful statement — no matter the challenge, ETERNAL EVIL will always rise above, prevail, and conquer, no matter the cost.

Watch out for ETERNAL EVIL’s crushing new single “Eyes of Wrath”,  out March 25th!

Pre-save 'Eyes Of Wrath’ HERE   https://bfan.link/eyes-of-wrath

‘Forever Feared’ Tracklisting :

1 Prelude 00:56 

2 The Darkened Sphere 04:21 

3 A Soul To Cope 04:10 

4 Forever Feared 05:23 

5 Eyes Of Wrath 03:15 

6 Triumph Through Pain 05:14 

7 Stain Of Roses 03:50 

8 The Mountain's Gaze 05:36 

9 I Know, The Fire Burns Inside 05:49

Band Line up :

Adrian Tobar - Lead Vocals and Guitar

Tobias Lindström - Guitar 

Adam Sjö - Bass 

Felix Wahlund - Drums

Discography/ Demos :

'Rise of Death' 2019 (Self Released)

Warrior Awakening brings the Unholy Slaughter' 2021 (Redefining Darkness)

`The Gates Beyond Mortality ' 2023 (Listenable)

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ASHEN HORDE RELEASE "THE HARVEST"

 

PRESS RELEASE:

Los Angeles extreme‑metal shapeshifters Ashen Horde return on May 1st, 2026, with "The Harvest", their fifth full‑length album and the first to feature new vocalist Karl Chamberlain (Putrefier, Alcyone, Necrotic Remains). Known for weaving black metal, death metal, prog, and 90s‑inspired grit into something unmistakably their own, Ashen Horde push their sound further than ever, embracing melody, chaos, and sharp contrasts across eight thematically linked tracks.

​Alongside the album announcement, Ashen Horde have unveiled the first single, “Entropy and Ecstasy”, a whirlwind of jagged riffs, angular Voivod‑like progressions, and Chamberlain’s soaring, chilling vocal hooks. The accompanying video represents a major milestone for the band: despite recording the entire album remotely, this is the first time the members have appeared together on camera.

The first preview to the album, “Entropy and Ecstasy,” captures the album’s core idea: finding exhilaration in collapse. The song follows a couple who thrive on the chaos of a world falling apart, a concept Portz admits was likely sparked by the early COVID lockdowns.

Guitarist and primary songwriter Trevor Portz recalls being floored by Chamberlain’s audition:

​​“I sent him a demo of ‘Entropy and Ecstasy’ with unfinished lyrics, and he sent back his take. His vocals on the line ‘how can we thrive if we expect to survive?’ still give me chills.”

Listen and watch the music video for "The Harvest" via its premiere on NoCleanSinging HERE.

Add to your Spotify playlist - pre-save - https://show.co/z0ZVdF9​

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​"The Harvest" marks a turning point for Ashen Horde. After a decade as a studio‑driven project, the band is preparing to play its first‑ever live shows in May, coinciding with the album’s release. It’s also the first full‑length to feature Chamberlain, whose dynamic range helped reshape the band’s sonic identity.

​While Ashen Horde’s previous four albums were tightly constructed concept records, "The Harvest" takes a different approach. Each track stands alone, yet all orbit the idea of endings, personal, societal, historical, and cosmic.

​​“I didn’t have a single story this time, but the lyrics kept circling reactions to things ending. From societal collapse to ancient rituals to the last days of Pompeii, everything tied together naturally,” explains Portz.

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Musically, the album is a showcase of the band’s eclectic influences. From the opening track, “Autumnal”, a slow-burning ascent into full black‑metal fury, inspired by the Sensorio light installation in Paso Robles. “Backward Momentum” blends Opeth‑style clean‑vocal layering with 90s‑rock riffing and one of Portz’s favorite solos on the album. “Voids in the Ash” pairs grunge‑inflected vocal harmonies with hyperspeed black‑metal bursts, telling the story of Pompeii from both mortal and divine perspectives. “The Apparition” channels early death metal before spiraling into odd‑meter prog weirdness. The title track, “The Harvest,” closes the album with an apocalyptic vision inspired by Iceland’s stark landscapes and the album’s striking cover art.

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The album’s cover, featuring two red skeletons locked in an eerie, autumnal tableau, was created by artist Venus Kohana, whose work Portz discovered at an art show. The imagery’s blend of beauty, decay, and ritual perfectly mirrors the album’s themes.

​​“I bought a print and couldn’t stop staring at it. Eventually, I realized it had to be the cover. It even inspired the lyrics to the title track.”​

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For over a decade, Ashen Horde has carved out a unique place in extreme metal, refusing to be confined to any single subgenre. Rooted in black and death metal but unafraid to explore melodic prog, 90s alternative, and avant‑garde experimentation, the band appeals to fans of Opeth, Enslaved, Amorphis, Ihsahn, and metal’s more adventurous corners.

​Originally founded as a solo project by guitarist and primary songwriter Trevor Portz, Ashen Horde has evolved into a full lineup featuring vocalist Karl Chamberlain and Australian-based drummer Robin Stone (The Amenta, Convulsing).

"The Harvest" represents the band’s most dynamic, collaborative, and ambitious work to date.

Album pre-order (release date May 1, 2026) available on limited splatter vinyl and CD (along with t-shirt bundles) on Bandcamp, as well as everywhere digitally - https://ashenhorde.bandcamp.com/album/the-harvest​

Tour Dates:​

May 14 - Montclair, NJ - The Meatlocker

May 15 - Wallingford, CT - Cherry Street Station

May 16 - Brattleboro, VT - Midnight's

Track Listing:​

1. Autumnal (6:12)

2. Entropy and Ecstasy (5:47)

3. Backward Momentum (5:21)

4. Voids in the Ash (5:41)

5. Remnant (4:37)

6. A Place in the Rot (4:38)

7. Apparition (4:57)

8. The Harvest (5:46)

Album Length: 43:03

Credits:​

Mixed by Ricardo Borges and mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios

Artwork by Venus Kohana (venuskohana.com)

Lineup:​

Trevor Portz: Guitar, Bass, Harmony Vocals

Karl Chamberlain: Vocals

Robin Stone: Drums

More Info:

​https://www.facebook.com/AshenHorde/

​https://www.instagram.com/ashenhorde