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ALBUM REVIEW - The Black Hounds - 'All Kingdoms Fall'

  Midlands melodic metallers The Black Hounds return with the release of their sophomore album titled, 'All Kingdoms Fall', which explores the concept that everything, whether good or bad, comes to an end. The band have hit the decade milestone and, since their inception, has had several line-up changes, but the new release and follow-up to their debut 'Colossus' is a testament to the band expanding their sound and finding their groove. The opening track, 'Foundations, ' is a melodic, powerful track with soaring guitars and varied, clean and fierce vocals, which leaves you eager to hear more. The crushing 'Tyrant', although bleak lyrically as it is about confronting abuse and heavier in stature, remains vibrant and tuneful and stomps throughout with some great headbanging moments. The melancholic instrumental 'Unrest' is dynamic and progresses intensely as it unfolds, leading us abruptly into the third swift and charging single 'Breaking The
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First Bands Announced for 70000TONS OF METAL 2025

  There are your standard Heavy Metal festivals – and then there’s 70000TONS OF METAL. Envision this: Lounging on a Caribbean island, soaking up the sun on a pristine white beach. Later on, you feel the warm wind blowing in your face, now sitting in a hot tub on a giant luxurious cruise ship, in front of The Pool Deck Stage, The World’s Biggest Open Air Structure to Ever Sail the Open Seas. Surrounded by Metal fans from all across the globe (known as the United Nations of Heavy Metal at Sea), you headbang to your favorite band. Sounds perfect? Well, it is. Get ready for 70000TONS OF METAL 2025! The thirteenth edition of 70000TONS OF METAL will take place from January 30th to February 3rd, departing from Miami, Florida – Cruise Capital of the World – to Ocho Rios, Jamaica and back aboard the Independence of the Seas. This unique festival will once more see 60 Heavy Metal bands from various subgenres taking the four stages on board, with 3000 metalheads from around the world in attendanc

Dizasterpiece Releases Video For New Single “Nosferatu”

  Best described as a hybrid of post-hardcore and alternative-fused metalcore, East Coast Rapcore group Dizasterpiece will release a new album entitled “ZZONEBOUND [QRX4-Notion]” on May 17th. In anticipation of the album, Dizasterpiece released the first of several tracks on April 5th, the title track “ZZONEBOUND [QRX4-Notion]” . What starts out as a catchy, chill, trip-hop-influenced song becomes a swarm of post-hardcore, metal and screamo-rock in the new single - a sneak preview of what’s to come in the full album. This single will be followed by “Nosferatu”, the next single and music video off of the album on Friday, April 26th via Shake The Earth Records and Innergy Records. DIZASTERPIECE "NOSFERARU" MUSIC VIDEO (Directed by Eric DiCarlo) Watch here: https://youtu.be/DZvoBV946d0?si=oCDhBV08fvVAyops “Nosferatu” tunes into the melodic shoegaze/alternative rock/nu-metal side of the group, with slamming dropped tuned guitars, and hard-hitting vocals. Lyrics like “No I won’

Nouri Yetgin From DISTANT Unveils Debut Single

  Renowned for pushing the boundaries of deathcore with his band DISTANT, songwriter and guitarist Nouri Yetgin embarks on an exhilarating solo journey, showcasing his unparalleled songwriting prowess in a new light. Today, Yetgin proudly unveils his debut single 'Skin & Splinters', a relentless fusion of ferociously aggressive compositions and the rawest sounds in modern deathcore, featuring vocalists Mees Stevens of Torn From Oblivion and Josh Muncke of Sugar Spine. "I am thrilled to share 'Skin & Splinters' with the world. Collaborating with Mees Stevens and Josh Muncke has been an incredible experience, and I am immensely proud of what we have created together. This project allows me to explore new dimensions of my creativity and connect with fellow musicians who share my passion for heavy music. I can't wait to see where this journey takes us", Driven by a profound love for writing music and a desire to collaborate with musicians who inspire h

Deadaudiosaints Release Video For New Single 'Jaded'

  Hotly-tipped UK Alternative crew DEADAUDIOSAINTS kick on with the release of their explosive new EP, To Whom It May Concern…, out Friday 3rd May. The powerful rockers have also just released their stunning new single and video, Jaded - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfq1DyZXEdI DEADAUDIOSAINTS are a formidable Yorkshire-based electronic alt-rock three-piece with prominent influences that range from NiN, Placebo and Muse. DEADAUDIOSAINTS unleash a deeply engaging riff-orientated sound that is carefully crafted with contagious vocal lines and hooky synth work. Featuring the potent talents of brothers Danny (vocals/synth) and Corey Jones (bass/guitars/synth), and childhood friend and drummer, Damon Head (who also plays synths), DEADAUDIOSAINTS have communally earned their stripes, notching up many road miles playing shows throughout the whole of the UK. The band have a powerful DIY attitude and work ethic, which is stamped into their DNA. Stocked with a committed focus and brand-new

Birmingham Nu Metal Band Nameless Unveils New Single "Shapeshifter"

  The dynamic Nu Metal sensation Nameless, hailing from Birmingham, have released their highly anticipated single, "Shapeshifter," on Friday 26th April. "Shapeshifter" delves into the tumultuous aftermath of a narcissistic and volatile relationship, exploring the complex emotions of feeling like the antagonist despite the intense love and resentment involved. The track captures the struggle of letting go amidst conflicting emotions, offering a raw and visceral portrayal of the human experience. Formed by a group of lifelong friends, Nameless has quickly risen to prominence with their genre-defying sound, blending the raw energy of Nu Metal with the ethereal allure of Shoegaze and the unrelenting intensity of Hardcore Music. Their self-titled debut EP showcases their commitment to authenticity and innovation, setting them apart as a force to be reckoned with in the music scene. In 2023, Nameless secured victory in Birmingham's Metal to the Masses competition, ear

SYLOSIS + FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY announce UK co-headline tour dates with DARKEST HOUR + HERIOT

  Prepare for an onslaught this autumn as two of modern metal's most prominent heavyweights - British bruisers Sylosis and American aggressors Fit For An Autopsy - will join forces for a run of six co-headline tour dates across the UK. This pair will ignite our stages on this killer run which will also take this powerhouse package into mainland Europe, accompanied by electrifying support acts Darkest Hour and Heriot. Sylosis stated, “Sylosis is back on the road again! We can't wait to be touring the UK and Europe with Fit For An Autopsy, Darkest Hour and Heriot. It’s an amazing feeling to have Sylosis consistently touring after such a long break and we’re trying to get to as many cities as possible to make up for lost time! See you there!” Fit For An Autopsy stated "FFAA is always excited to get over to Europe to play shows! The European metal community has always been amazing to us. This tour is stacked with great bands that just happen to be people we consider friends. I

HALF ME Nominated For 'Best International Breakthrough Artist' At Heavy Music Awards 2024

  HALF ME – encompassed by guitarists Chris and Julius, vocalist Chris, drummer Max and bassist Tobias – are one of the newest additions to the Arising Empire roster. Hailing from Hamburg, Germany, the heavy music five piece was founded in October 2018 after the demise of each others local bands. In three short years, the band has been able to make an impact in the scene by self producing music and videos to display their intensive and energetic demeanour. Debuting with four singles to start, It was their latest single 'Exitwound' (featuring Jack Bergin of VOID OF VISION) that gave the group a breakthrough and landed the band in the spotlight of KNOTFEST’s “Countdown to Oblivion“. Riding the high of their recent success, HALF ME continues and raise the bar with their debut album "»SOMA«" which blends a modern rendition of metal and hardcore with highlights of 90’s nu-metal. Pounding riffs and breakdowns are accompanied by brutal, yet sometimes elegant, vocals that al