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  The UK-based industrial nu-metal band ANTI-CLONE, influenced by iconic acts such as Marilyn Manson, Nine Inch Nails, and 3TEETH, are back with a fresh and dangerously modern sound. Building on the success of their recent single ‘God Nothing’, which featured on Spotify editorial playlists such as All New Metal and The Pit, the band is ready to push their music even further with “Inhuman” - accompanied by a chilling AI-video directed by LarsKristo. “‘Inhuman’ is a poignant critique of the prevailing status quo, unveiling how the elite manipulate perceptions, casting those who appear or act differently as the 'monsters' while concealing their own predatory nature. The song illuminates the stark reality that those in power are indifferent to the plight of the people, ready to devour them without hesitation in their relentless pursuit of dominance and control” says vocalist Peter Moore. Since their inception, ANTI-CLONE has established themselves as a relentless force in the metal...

  GOTHMINISTER made it into the Melodi Grand Prix Final 2024 for Norway! With its gripping single, "We Come Alive", the industrial goth metal act has won the first round of the country's preselection for the Eurovision Song Contest, and is currently considered one of the top 3 favorites by both press critics and fans alike. The Norwegian MGP Final will take place on February 3, 2024.GOTHMINISTER mastermind, Bjørn Alexander Brem, states: "Gothminister is thrilled to win first heat in Norways national selections for Eurovision. On Saturday February 3rd Gothminister will perform in front of 9.000 people in the MGP Final in Trondheim Spektrum. The winner of the 9 remaining artists will represent Norway in Eurovision 2024.It`s time to VOTE for rock & metal to Eurovision! Let`s show everyone that rock & metal fans are the most loyal in the world! You can support GOTHMINISTER by giving your VOTE during the MGP Final show Saturday night February 3rd.Without rock ...

  Emerging industrial duo, NOX PULSO have unveiled their explosive new single and video, 'Night Trap', out now, and it’s a call to arms for anyone craving something fresh and original. Watch the video, here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9c3uTqSNfo In an increasingly over-saturated market, every fan, record label, radio station, and website are screaming for something unique. NOX PULSO are certainly that. Hatched in the summer of 2022 and brought together by two long standing friends, Duncan Williams (Vocals and Guitar) and Matt McIvor (Electronics and Vocals), NOX PULSO are inspired by the fictional nightclub scenes in films like Blade, The Matrix, and The Crow and draw inspiration from a glut of influences ranging from Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, and The Prodigy, through to Rammstein and Front 242. The dynamic duo strive to bond genres, drawing from the fundamentals of dance, electro, and alternative metal to amass a sound that packs pulsating metal with thoughtful synth...

  This day is more than just the beginning of the end of an eventful year, it is also the anniversary of the death of the wickedest man in the world. While occult master Aleister Crowley has been a subject of countless songs, artworks and background stories of some of the most influential metal and rock releases of all time, Dutch Industrial metal artist Dan Brooklyn remains the one who truly rolls out the red (or rather black) carpet for Crowley. With fresh Gothic and Nu-Metal influences, ranging from scene giants such as Alice Cooper or Rob Zombie up towards Rammstein, Dan Brooklyn entwines the bloodcurdling musical saga surrounding one of the most notorious and infamous men to have ever walked the earth. Naturally, Dan Brooklyn himself does not shy away from breaking boundaries and has found his niche as one of Europe's most hopeful names in Shock Rock. Explicit images, disturbing lyrics, partly taken out of Crowley's own writings, and haunting instrumentals all build up to ...

  Gearing up for the release of their third full-length album ‘Icon of the Hopeless’ due on 18th Nov 2022, THE INTERBEING have delivered another taster of what to expect, in the form of new single ‘Synthetic Bloodline’. "Musically Synthetic Bloodline shows an uncompromising style of song writing from our side. I love the sinister escalating intro and the intense dystopian atmosphere in the outro. This is a song which has found its perfect shape and expression." "Synthetic Bloodline is the 4th chapter on the album and it has an explosive energy. It begins with the tense waiting for revenge against the creators. The first lines in the song “Beneath the soil we wait to overcome our fate” refers to the army of rejected souls eager to be resurrected and to finally get their long-awaited retribution." Check out the official music video for ’Synthetic Bloodline’: About The Interbeing The Interbeing established a name for themselves on the industrial metal scene back in...

  Photo by by Anna Botha Johannesburg-based Industrialised Metal Machine Chaos Doctrine has been relatively quiet since their October 2021 double release of a cover of Midnight Oil’s Beds are Burning and the “MMXXI Redux” of their first ever single, Cult. But that is about to change, as the band is dropping their new single and visualiser video for 'Lifting The Veil' Band guitarist, engineer and producer Alec Surridge explains: “While our last album is still very new, and we may still release an official single or two from there, we wanted to put something brand new out to give our fans a feel for what we have been up to for the last six months or so. We had great fun with our last two covers [Beds are Burning and, before that, Depeche Mode’s Enjoy the Silence], but they are not at all indicative of where we are going creatively – and this single will show you just what I mean with that!”. So, what does Alec mean with this? While the band’s last two covers were unique interpret...

  LA Based Industrial Metal band SOCIETY 1 has revealed the official music video for "As I Die." Written by front-man Matt Zane and late, legendary bassist DV Karloff, "As I Die" is off of the band's new album, Black Level Six. "The album is in memory of DV 'Dirt' Karloff. It is the last album we wrote and recorded together before his passing. The corresponding movie is entitled The Altered Noise. The album Black Level Six is the official movie soundtrack, which includes interviews with Dave Navarro, Raymond Herrera, Matt Zane and more. Black Level Six is an experimental album. The idea was to ask the question, "What would a Society 1 album sound like if we recorded it in 1994 in a similar way that Nirvana recorded In Utero?" We heard they recorded the album in 6 days with Steve Albini and, of course, this was before Pro Tools. So some rules were set up for us such as 'no vocal tune' and 'no copying and pasting vocals....

  Los Angeles based Industrial Metal band DAWN OF ASHES has released their newest single, "EMDR." With lyrics and music by front-man Kristof Bathory and guitars, mixing, and mastering by Angel Crowe, "EMDR" is off of the band's upcoming album, Scars Of The Broken, which releases March 18 through Artoffact Records. “This song was inspired from my own personal experience dealing with a type of therapy called EMDR which stands for ‘ Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing’. This specific type of hypnotic therapy is for helping people who have dealt with past traumatic experiences.” - Kristof Bathory “Scars Of the Broken has been one of the most emotionally difficult albums that I have ever created. All of the musical and lyrical content was straight from a place that I have been dealing with for a long time of my life. I poured out every darkest and deepest emotion into every song. Mental health is something that a lot of people struggle with and sometimes ...

Platinum selling International recording artists STATIC-X has released the official music video for "All These Years," the second single off of their upcoming album, Project Regeneration Vol. 1. The song features lead vocals by the legendary late front-man WAYNE STATIC. Directed by Xer0 and co-directed by MATT ZANE, the clip is a campy narrative set in the bedroom of a young WAYNE STATIC back in the 1970’s, who comes face to face with his future rock star self through his black and white television. The band says that the idea was inspired by the song lyrics for “All These Years:” “It’s very challenging to represent someone in a music video, who is no longer alive, but that was something that we really wanted to do and I think it came out great” says drummer KEN JAY. “These are some of Wayne’s last works, so we really wanted to make this video all about him and to continue to celebrate his life and legacy. What better way to do that than through a fun, fictional sto...

Finnish industrial metal / aggrotech occultists known as KING SATAN to kick off their first European Tour for April 2018. The tour, aptly titled ”Industrial Metal Means Sex Magick And Rock’n’roll European Tour 2018”, will take place in Hungary, Slovenia, Croatia, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Romania. KING SATAN was founded in 2015 by KING ALEISTER SATAN a.k.a. FRA. ZETEKH (known before as a mastermind of SATURNIAN MIST). The band released their over-the-top debut album ”King Fucking Satan” in May 2017 via SATURNAL RECORDS. The debut album caused lots of controversies in the metal world, and at the same time received huge acclamation from the critics and fans due to the genre-bending nature of the music, combined with provocative images and lyrical themes which circulate between the themes of occult, spiritual anarchy and rock ’n’ roll spirit. ”King Fucking Satan” was introduced to the world with four conspicuous music videos and singles : ”Sat...

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 reveal promo video for 'Insurrection' and details for EP launch show 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). To celebrate that this is just over a week away, the band has unveiled a promo video of what to expect from the EP: Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOA7piGExAY&feature=youtu.be Following the release of the EP, Haema will headline the A Day Of Rock 2017 warm-up show at The Hut in Corby on November 10th. Haema is incredibly excited and have the following message: "We are so happy to be releasing our debut EP to you all.. we make our music because it's what we love and it makes us happy, we hope our music can do the same for you. Pl...

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...

A Killer's Confession is led by former Mushroomhead vocalist Waylon Reavis. The album was recorded in Kentucky, and the anticipated debut comes thanks to David Ellefson of Megadeth’s EMP Label Group. For their debut, they enlisted some friend's and exciting guests appearances to add to the intrigue which raises the stakes high for their first offering... Opening track 'Awakening' is a short and unhinged scene setter for what lies ahead. Stand out track and latest single 'Rebirth' is atmospheric, melodic and consuming with prominent bass and powerful drums. The first single self-named title track, 'A Killer's Confession' features none other than Brian 'Head' Welch from Korn on guitar. It sounds strange and eerie through the use of electronic sounds and is a must hear. This is one menacing and crushing track which wouldn't sound out of place on an actual Korn album. The second half of the album treats us to more guest collaborations...

WEAK13 have created their own unique anthemic grunge rock, fused with punk and industrial elements also. The trio from Kidderminster, UK formed back in 1999 by front-man, Nick J Townsend, eventually consisting of the new permanent three-man line-up in 2010. They worked on their debut full length for three years,  which is impressively mastered by, Henry Smithson (Foo Fighters, Stereophonics), and produced by John Stewart (Eight Great Fears). Their long-awaited album follows  the release of many raw grunge punk singles, with some controversial videos to accompany! The band  aren't afraid to be themselves and unleash exceptionally honest raw music. Although we are in a time where most will listen digitally to music, I would like to say, it is worth getting the physical CD for the cool wacky artwork, which has been well designed and thought out! The opening track, 'My Last Summer With You' gets the high energy angst going from the get-go, as well as an air of insan...

Controversial British independent band WEAK13 are gearing up later this year to release their very anticipated debut studio album which fans of the band have waited years for but now a new previously unannounced single has been released on iTunes with a music video to accompany it that could raise the bar for unsigned bands. The three piece grunge industrial band is led by Singer and guitarist Nick J.Townsend with Neel Parmar on Drums, and Wesley Smith on Bass Guitar. They band pride themselves on breaking rules, surrealism and honest raw music and for doing so have been described as 'badass' (Kerrang) and just to prove how different and weird they can be, Andrew W.K. said this about them, 'If aliens tried to make rock music, it might sound like this'! This statement applies not only to their sound but their music videos, as you can probably guess by now they are not ones to shy away in the face of adversity..quite rerfreshingly! The band have been known for their...

I put some questions to the sick and twisted minds of Birmingham based band, Wrapped In Plastic.. How you sum up the new EP, "LollyGagger"? Dope. How do you think it compares to your previous material? A loaded question. As with our previous CDs, this is produced by us, and with the experience, our skills have continued to improve. This is probably the more ‘conventional’ of our CDs in presentation terms, but the music is not compromised. It still is fuelled by hate, abuse and little boys. What are you most proud of on the EP, do you have any particular favourites, and if so why? The songs are all like our children and so it wouldn’t be fair to single any particular on out. Like children, you can tell that one might be more pleasant to others, whilst another might just be trouble. But they are all equally important. Explain the concept behind it. Well, explaining these things tends to dilute them – too prescriptive. The people who this is designed for will get...