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  Hungarian alternative/groove metal force Nest of Plagues has dropped a brand new live album ‘Live At Akvárium’, showcasing the raw energy and emotional depth that has made them one of the region’s most exciting underground acts. The release comes as the band gears up for their “Hell Is A Place On Earth” Tour, which will see them storm stages across Romania, Bulgaria, Greece and Hungary this fall. NEST OF PLAGUES - DEAR ABYSS & HELL IS A PLACE ON EARTH (LIVE AT AKVÁRIUM) Following the release of their critically acclaimed 3rd album Hellsolation, Nest of Plagues are taking their uncompromising sound and message across borders. Blending crushing riffs, groove-driven rhythms, and elements of alternative metal, the band reflects on modern social struggles such as anxiety, depression, and loneliness - while encouraging fans to face these challenges together, finding strength in community. The band’s unique mix of heaviness and catharsis has earned them a reputation for powerful,...

  From the heart of London, FALL OF SATURN deliver colossal riffs, commanding vocals, and razor-sharp dynamics. Now, the UK heavyweights are back with their most immersive track yet. Their new single and video, 'Pray or Prey'. Watch the video, here: Listen to the band at - https://open.spotify.com/artist/58VQ5FPTJIQSxNxwRI3lkg Formed in 2020, FALL OF SATURN took time to refine their sound before making a bold entrance. After two years of honing their craft, the band—comprised of Ernesto (vocals), Linas (guitar), Will (bass), and Val (drums)—released their debut single, MathemEthic, in 2022. The release was met with strong support and was soon followed by a series of electrifying live performances, helping to build a dedicated and growing fanbase. By Spring 2024, FALL OF SATURN unveiled their debut EP, Spiral Decay, a powerful statement that established their place in the modern metal landscape. Blending progressive intensity with groove-laden foundations, the record showcased...

  Groove Metal pioneers Skinlab are thrilled to announce their official signing to WURMgroup , joining forces with legendary producer Ulrich Wild to bring their hard-hitting sound back to fans around the world. Known for their relentless energy and gritty sound, Skinlab’s new single “Flesh Wounds” is out now, marking the band’s first new track in nearly four years. LISTEN TO "FLESH WOUNDS" Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/750XNk9iXGoPGLokVyvEqw?si=jhwvjYVxSu6UsDxMz1yUQA Youtube: https://youtu.be/G87p86rAfAs?si=2smQOmC85d4IrOOf “Our first song in nearly four years. With the intent on coming hard straight out the gates, we stuck to our guns. ‘Flesh Wounds’ … when you hear it, you know it’s Skinlab,” says Steev Esquivel, vocalist and bassist of Skinlab, capturing the raw power of the band’s new material. The track, produced and mixed by Ulrich Wild (Static-x, Dethklok, Pantera), was co-written by Esquivel himself and brings together the talents of Marcos Medina and ...

  Brit riff beasts STRUCK/DOWN reveal their eagerly-awaited new EP, To Witches, on Friday 7th July. The acclaimed groove metallers have also delivered their potent new single and video, The Enforcer - https://youtu.be/T1UXZpQArow Tugging from a range of sources, from the driving onslaught of Machine Head and Lamb Of God, through to the power and groove of Black Sabbath and Black Label Society, STRUCK/DOWN have fashioned a sound that pushes and pulls, and is drenched in groove, vigor, and fury. Hailing from Canterbury, England, STRUCK/DOWN were originally conceived in 2014 as a hard rock band. However, after much evolution and progression, the industrious riff maestros shaped their sound to infuse burly riffs, powerful rhythms, and layered vocals. By 2019, the band had their debut album, Gone, in place, and a stable line-up consisting of Andy Dixon (bass), Will Mason (lead guitar), Linden Twyman (vocals), Tommy Rogers (drums) and Ian Spurrett (rhythm guitar). Although live shows ...

  Groove metal quartet MATRICIDE from Israel have just unleashed their new single and video for 'Walk Into The Flames'. It marks their first track written as a four-piece band, and it portrays the direction they are heading in. Check out the video for the powerful and searing single below: For more information on MATRICIDE visit: https://www.facebook.com/MTRCD https://mtrcd.bandcamp.com/

  As people across the northern hemisphere brace for winter, Canada’s Exes For Eyes are releasing a new single, the aptly named “The End Of Summer”. This will be the first music released from the band since 2019, and they are eager to get back into the ears of fans. Featuring Björn Strid of Soilwork, the idea behind the single was to question our integrity as a species. “Do we as western humans have the ability to toughen up? Or are we basically just fucked on a biblical scale?” Exes For Eyes continue to explain the track: “It can be heavy, it can be subdued, it has tension and release, and a few good old-fashioned earworms. Having Björn onboard has only solidified that this is a song with something special. When we sent him the pre-production, he instantly knew this was a song that had substance. “Your best work” he called it. It has the ability to uplift you to euphoria, and the bottom will instantly drop out, leaving you wondering what exactly happened and looking for a repeat p...

  WoR, groove metal hailing from Raleigh, USA unleashed their debut album “Prisoners” on August 7th of this year via Bungalo Records/Universal. On the full length, the band takes a grinding chainsaw with a pummeling battering ram to pulverize a heavy cover version of one of The Offspring‘s most beloved tracks “Come and Out Play”, which the band is sharing today with a streaming visualizer below. The band comments on covering the track: “We chose this iconic song for its energy, attitude, and lyrical message. We felt it spoke to the overall theme of our album, which discusses similar topics such as rebellion, anger, and rage. We were messing around at practice one day and were playing this song and felt that we could really inject some new life into it. We bumped up the tempo, tuned down, threw a breakdown in the middle, and incorporated Bobby Demoss’ trademark screaming vocals to achieve that goal.” Listen to “Come and Out Play” on YouTube (Visualizer). Throwing in elemen...

Experimental industrial groove metal act Haema from Northamptonshire UK formed in 2016 and now they are set to release their debut EP via Sliptrick Records on the 31st October 2017. First track ‘Eden’ is a scene setter and has a futuristic space feel with a sombre tone, before it all kicks off and is a great introduction to the band’s abrasive electronic groove sound, as it is hard hitting and leaves you wanting more… ‘Free Man’ aptly feels very free spirited in attitude but with a dark atmosphere and is heavier than the opener and a good one to let loose to. They manage to incorporate many influences and sounds into this and the end result is a very strong melodic unique track. The title track ‘Insurrection’ kicks off in an alarming and dysfunctional fashion and goes on to feature electronic synth groove laden melodies and a striking chorus. This is very rebellious as you would expect from the title and the lyrics featured, such as “they tell us which way to walk, this life is...

HAEMA Announce Debut EP 'Insurrection', To Be Released Via Sliptrick Records On October 31st Haema are an industrial-influenced experimental groove metal four-piece based in Northamptonshire, UK. Recently, the band has signed to metal label, Sliptrick Records, who will release the quartet's debut EP, 'Insurrection' on October 31st, which was recorded at Initiate Audio & Media by Neil Hudson (Krysthla/Gutworm). Formed in 2015, Haema encapsulates the essence of modern metal that likes to combine various styles of heavy music together. The four-piece hones in the heaviness and ferocity of groove metal, providing the crunchiest of hooks. This is balanced out by the infectiously catchy hooks reminiscent of the nu metal scene in the early 2000s. All the while topped off by a layer of electronic sounds and machine gun like precision found in industrial. Think if Fear Factory, American Head Charge and Machine Head were chucked into a blender, there’s a d...

Groove/death metal four piece Bloodyard from the North-West England have been going since 2010. Since their formation they have been building their fan base and reputation, especially on the live scene, having shared the stage with established bands such as, Monument, Evil Scarecrow, Scordatura, Savage Messiah, Foetal Juice, Warlord, RSJ and Meta-Stasis. They have also played numerous festivals and shows countrywide, including a headliner show at The Manchester Academy. In 2015 they reached new heights earning a slot at Bloodstock and have since signed with TBFM Records and Management. I caught up with guitarist, Nick Adamson to talk about their successes, their latest EP, 'Darker Days' and more... So for those who aren’t familiar, can you give us a bit of back story about Bloodyard and how you came to be? Bloodyard came about because Donna was looking for people to jam with, she played guitar in a band but wanted to do vocals. She knew I was looking to put something t...

Threatpoint from Pennsylvania formed through the ashes of other bands in 2012 and pulled together to bring their array of influences within the genres of metal and rock to create their groove metal sound today. Since their formation they have unleashed two offerings, 'Careful What You Wish For' in 2014 and their debut self titled album in 2013. The band show they are still alive and kicking with their third full length album, 'R.I.P' which was unveiled to the world in October 2016. New single title track ‘R.I.P’ opens the album and gets straight to the point with an ominous effect intro, before the melodic thrash guitars and crashing drums take control. Chris James' vocals spill out in a ferocious and speedy manner with an impressive screeching guitar solo taking hold also, all adding up to make sure this opener makes a hell of an impact. ‘Deadend Machineland’ is full of melodic riffs paired with thumping groove sections and packs a hefty chanted anthemic choru...

This Italian metal five piece formed in 2012 and released their debut self titled EP late last year, on 31st October 2015. See what they have to offer in their Angerdome ... Opening song, Escape This Reality maintains a dark groove with hard hitting riffs and drums, along with fierce impressive screams from vocalist, Cento, all executed in a very melodic unit; it will have you head-banging in no time! It also possesses nice tones, aided by the production and mastering which asserts itself throughout the EP... After a memorable introduction, the band fully greet us with, Welcome To Angerdome , which keeps things fast and vicious. Again we are treated to some seriously catchy bouncy melodies, with flawless belligerent vocals, and shows what the band do best where their in their 'zone'. Direct Result starts with a crashing drum intro with an elongated scream to kick it off, then goes on to feature crushing riffs, and a mental fast chorus, all in all, the 'result' is o...

Threatpoint is a groove metal band based out of Scranton, Pennsylvania pulling influences from all of the rock and metal spectrum. I caught up with them and asked them about their sound, influences and the future, including their third album which they are currently working on, so be sure to read all about it and check out their technical groove metal!.. For those that aren't familiar, how would you describe your music? Groove metal, simply put. We don't focus on technique or ability... just what we think is good song writing and what would move a live crowd. What would you say are your biggest influences, creatively and musically? We all grew up with a passion for music and playing music. Between all of us, bands like The Doors, Iron Maiden, Metallica, Megadeth, Testament, Sepultura, Pantera and Devildriver to name a few... you can't help but be influenced by what you listen to So you recently parted ways with your bassist, Eric Ross and welcomed Matt Va...