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  Brit hard-hitting newcomers, DRENCHED, are set to make their mark with the release of their hugely striking debut EP, Grey, out Friday 23rd August. The EP is backed by their powerful new single, (in)sane, which is out now https://open.spotify.com/artist/2dbL3o2ukEyzu8Ty4rjsRi . Watch the video, here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PaSvnQuFnow With a sound that tips its hat to Grunge, Nu metal, and edgy contemporary rock, DRENCHED dispatch deeply captivating immersive slabs of progressive alt rock that range from emotive and intimate ballads to full-throttle savage barnstormers. Citing influences such as Deftones, Loathe, Tool, and Sevendust, DRENCHED have a wealth of versatility and strong musicianship at their disposal, and are ready to stake their claim as one of the new breed of bands to break out to the vanguard of the music scene. Coming at you from Newcastle, England, DRENCHED were formed in 2020. The band, however, only really solidified when bassist, Mak Wilson, join...

  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...

  BLACKGOLD have just dropped their huge video for their latest nu metal anthem, 'One Chance' which comes just weeks away from the release of their Third EP 'Back with Another One' which is out on 10th May. The video sees BLACKGOLD and their gang of masked misfits marching through the streets, followed by cruising in a limo, a huge performance sector including their new custom black and gold NATAL drum kit, Spookz and his new English Bull Terrier friend 'Spud' and a cameo of Frank from Shameless (well kind of....). All in all BLACKGOLD deliver another fun, tongue in cheek, nu-metal tastic video! Check it out below: BLACKGOLD will release their new EP 'Back With Another One' (self release) on 10th May 2024 with their debut headline show on the same night at The Dome in London which is on track to be a sell out show. The EP includes previous singles ' Back With Another One ' and ' Today's My Day '. BLACKGOLD live shows for 2024 27th A...

  LA Based, 5 piece band FUSED BY DEFIANCE has released the official music video for their new single, "Will Of A Warrior." With the music video directed by: Vicente Cordero of Industrialism Films , "Will Of A Warrior" was produced by the band themselves and mixed / mastered by Joshua Wickman. "The warrior within is the only path to survival. No one is coming to save you." - FUSED BY DEFIANCE The unadulterated ball of defiant energy known as Fused by Defiance (FxD), blends heavy riff driven rock, metal, and rap with social conscious lyrics. This dominant force continues to rise in popularity due to their memorable songs and highly energetic live performances. Since their inception in 2012, these Los Angeles natives always leave an unforgettable impression on their audiences which allows them to open alongside national acts such as Nonpoint, Soulfly, The Offspring, Sum 41, Puddle of Mudd, Crazytown, Fear Factory, Eyes Set To Kill, Buckcherry, P.O.D., Ali...

  Masked Misfits BLACKGOLD are back at it again with new single ‘Boogeyman’, which is accompanied by a spooky video in an abandoned ‘Stranger Things’ style mansion. The video sees the anonymous five explore the inside of the house, but one by one they fall victim to the ‘upside down’. See the video below: “‘Boogeyman’ is about that person that haunts your dreams. They have full control over you within your subconscious and it feels like you can’t escape.” Although the theme of the song has its darkness, in true BLACKGOLD style you’ll find some tongue in cheek, pop culture references within the lyrics. Following the release of their previous single ‘On Another Level’, BLACKGOLD picked up a huge amount of online traction on TikTok and caught the attention of over 1.5 million viewers which included Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst. Along with a huge surge in fans and streaming numbers, the band were also invited on tour by Durst and will now join Limp Bizkit on their rescheduled, ...

  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 ...

  Having exploded onto the UK music scene earlier this year with their infectious breed of nostalgic nu metal and curious anonymity, BLACKGOLD are back with a brand new single that will wake you the f*ck up. Today the masked misfits have unleashed a new single ‘On Another Level', an anthem to salute all the real rock stars out there. Coupled with a dynamic performance video, it’s the first time we get a really good look at the members of BLACKGOLD as well as a bit more of an insight to their humour and personality. See the video for ‘On Another Level’ below: “‘On Another Level' is a homage to the kings of Nu Metal and a dig at the joke music has become. BLACKGOLD writes music that feels true to who we are and what we represent as a unit. We are sick of seeing all the narcissism and ego that is being pumped into music and we want to strip it all back and just make damn good tunes.” Having only launched in February 2022, BLACKGOLD have made waves across the industry, receivin...

  In 2018, Bart Vandeportaele left Spoil Engine after an eight year run. During his time in Spoil Engine he performed at Wacken, Graspop, Summer Breeze, Pukkelpop, AB and many more. In the years since, he has been focused on writing songs in his home studio without any limitations. Vandeportaele began working with vocalist Sven Herssens (Fields of Troy) to find the distinct sound they were aiming for: heavy, pounding music with catchy, diverse vocals and melodies. In the fall of 2020, Bert Nauwynck (Diecast Unit), Lothar Ryheul (Fields of Troy) and Dennis Wyffels (Lethal Injury / Bloodrocuted) joined the project and pushed the songs to a higher level. As they were writing and rehearsing this new project, the monster became real, and it was clear that they would be able to take these songs into the recording studio and on stage! MANTAH was born! This grouping of skilled musicians grew up on bands like Korn, Linkin Park, and Slipknot. The influence of 90’s nu-metal is heard throughou...

  BLACKGOLD are back with a phenomenal new release. Following rave reviews from the release of their debut E.P. earlier this year, the masked misfits have returned and have teamed up with the legendary Jason Aalon of FEVER 333, to pay homage to hip-hop icons CYPRESS HILL, with their version of ‘I Ain't Goin' Out Like That’. Check it out below: "As many people already know, rap music is my first love and my mission to find a space to tastefully honor that in a rock n roll fashion is ongoing. So when I heard this rendition of 'I Ain't Goin Out Like That' from the undercover homies BLACKGOLD I was so thankful to hear people holding guitars doing right by the funk and LA rap legends Cypress Hill. PS I genuinely don't even know who these foos actually are under them masks, but this cover goes hard so fuck it" Jason Aalon - Fever 333 Since they first burst onto the scene in February 2022, BLACKGOLD have made a huge statement with their action packed video...

  Having burst onto the scene with their track 'It's Art' earlier this year, BLACKGOLD have already caught the attention of media and fans alike with their nostalgic yet innovative blend of nu metal and their curious anonymity. Today BLACKGOLD reveal their debut self titled EP which features new tracks 'Sound Of The Underground' along with 'Hold It Down' which is accompanied by a video which acts as the sequel to previous instalment 'Sorry'. Check out the video for HOLD IT DOWN (Part 2) below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u74jm2SvZr4   Check out the previously released video SORRY (Part 1): ABOUT BLACKGOLD Who are BLACKGOLD? Meet Spookz & Lux Born out of remand centres and community service programmes, BLACKGOLD are a band of misfit troublemakers who have spent their lives on the wrong side of the law. A chance encounter with a careers advisor led to the discovery that believe it or not, being a musician is a real actual job. Not only th...

  Following the drop of their debut banger 'It's Art' earlier this year, BLACKGOLD have already caught the eye of numerous key media and industry contacts throughout the UK and have now launched a second single 'Sorry'. Both 'Sorry' and 'It's Art' will feature on the bands newly announced debut E.P. entitled 'BLACKGOLD' which is due for release on the 13th May 2022. Their nostalgic, yet innovative nu-metal sound has grabbed the attention of many and their anonymous masked members breed curiosity. Who are BLACKGOLD? Born out of remand centres and community service programmes, BLACKGOLD are a band of misfit troublemakers who have spent their lives on the wrong side of the law. A chance encounter with a careers advisor led to the discovery that believe it or not, being a musician is a real actual job. Not only that, a job that can earn you a real crust, for minimum effort. Always keen to diversify their business portfolio, BLACKGOLD are here...

  Rising British nu-metalcore trio I Am Pariah from Stoke On Trent, UK will self release their new three-track EP ‘Charm Before The Storm’ 27th November 2020. This release sees them turn things up a notch with more metal experimentation following the release of 2018's successful 'Procreate//Annihilate' EP. Opening track 'Suck It Up' is fast, varied and has an anthemic chorus aided by Benjamin Antony James unique vocals which help give them an extra edge. A decisive and crushing way to kick things off. 'Sicko' is the heaviest and most aggressive song featured on the EP and highlights their nu-metal sound most prominently with strong guitar work and an unhinged charged sound throughout which works wonderfully. The closing song 'Kill The Modern World' is the most diverse and experimental offering with stand out clean vocals and ambience throughout. The track takes an unexpected soaring twist towards the end, making it very expansive. 'Charm Before ...

Modern UK metal band Spreading The Disease start a new chapter with latest EP ‘Mindcell’ which was released via Rock Surgery Records. Opener ‘Obsession’ is fierce yet melodic throughout, with a stand out chorus and immediately hooks you in and leaves you eager for more… ‘Voices’ starts with effective clean vocals before the brutality kicks. It is dynamic from start to finish with plenty of hard-hitting riffs and varied vocals which give it a frantic and intense feel, this is a must hear track. ‘The Anger Inside’ opens with alarming sirens and then goes on a full-blown rampaging assault. This will certainly get your blood pumping and boiling, a good one to let loose too. Offering something a bit different, being the most melodic and optimistic track is ‘Waves’ which is ambient and serene yet progressive which seems fitting. Another well-rounded and vibrant track with intelligible riffs. Final track ‘Conflicted’ opens with crunchy riffs and goes on to display fierce voc...

EMMURE have delivered one of their most conceptualised and intriguing, yet somewhat disturbing, new music video for the scathing track "Ice Man Confessions," which can be viewed now at the link below. Also, don‘t miss out on them touring across Europe this Summer. For tickets go to emmurecult.com  “Ice Man Confessions” Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/oGJXIuoB2Ug Frankie Palmeri (vocals) states: "I just want to thank all the great people involved with the filming and production of the video. The label, film crew, and actors and were nothing but cool to work with on this. Hopefully, our fans look forward to hearing this track on our upcoming Summer Tour all across Europe. European Summer- selected shows with PARKWAY DRIVE (PD), THY ART IS MURDER (TAIM), MISS MAY I (MMI), KNOCKED LOOSE (KL)! 05.06. F Lyon - Le Radiant (w/ PD, TAIM, MMI) 06.06. A Dornbirn - Kultursommer Open Air (w/ PD, TAIM, MMI, KL) 08./09.06. UK Donington - Download Festival 10.06. D...

Following the success of their previous single ‘Fade’, New York based Nu Metal band JYNX have released their new single ‘Levitate’ which boasts heavy riffs, huge choruses, soaring vocals and a beat you can really get behind... all the things we love about Nu Metal and the many genres that created it! “Levitate is a really personal and lyrically heavy song that we felt was 100% necessary to be written. There are a lot of people who suffer from depression, and a few of us are no strangers to that. We wanted to relay the message that anyone feeling that way is absolutely not alone, and encourage them reach out and get help before it can take a tragic turn." – Jerry DeLorenzo Check out the song/video below: http://www.facebook.com/WeAreJynx   http://www.instagram.com/WeAreJynx http://www.twitter.com/WeAreJynx

NEW ALBUM TOO FAR GONE OUT THROUGH RISE RECORDS ON 19TH JANUARY UK TOUR SUPPORTING MOTIONLESS IN WHITE FOR 2018 CANE HILL have released the new song "It Follows" from the band's second full-length, Too Far Gone, out January 19th through Rise Records. About the song, singer Elijah Witt told Revolver where it originally premiered, "This was a really fun song to write and it probably took us the longest. It's heavy and catchy all at once. We were trying to go for full on 'metal epic' without over-reaching and I think we did just that." Check out the video for 'It Follows' below: Too Far Gone, which is the follow up to 2016's Smile is available for pre-order HERE . Cane Hill will return to the road next month, embarking on a North American tour with Of Mice & Men, Blessthefall, and Fire From the Gods. All confirmed dates are below. The band will also perform at Rock on the Range in the spring. ICYMI: Can...

Modern metal quartet Spreading The Disease from Kent, UK formed in 2014 and then earlier this year in September 2017 they finally unleased their debut album ‘Insurrection’ which shows they are ready to infect metalheads and critics alike with their no-nonsense sounds… Opening song ‘Find My Path’ starts with a melodic and resonant intro before fierce vocals come in with hard-hitting heavy guitars, it then goes on to feature an effective stripped back section towards the end which gives it extra depth. This is a powerful and strong start to the album. ‘Words Unspoken’ is a thumping tune with great rhythms and is very headbang worthy and incredibly catchy, keeping up the momentum is self-named track ‘Spreading The Disease’ which immediately pulls you in with catchy melodies and is all consuming with mighty riffs and a massive aggressive sound. Latest single ‘Greed’ is frantic and driven and features some of the best guitarwork so far and again is very belligerent ...

Chester Bennington Dies By Suicide Age 41 Chester Bennington of the hugely popular and influential rock band Linkin Park has sadly died aged 41. Linkin Park were pioneers of nu-metal with their momentous debut album 'Hybrid Theory' and since their formation in 1996 have become one of the biggest modern day rock bands, having sold more than 70 million albums worldwide and winning two Grammy Awards amongst their many accolades. The LA County Coroner says said Bennington apparently hanged himself. His body was found at a private home in the county at 09:00 local time (17:00 GMT) on Thursday (20th July 2017). Bennington was said to be close friends to Soundgarden vocalist Chris Cornell, who took his own life in May. Bennington leaves a wife, and six children from two marriages. He is said to have struggled for years with alcohol and drug abuse, and has talked in the past about suicide as a result of being a victim of abuse as a child. This is a massive and deeply sad and sh...

Anti-Clone announced for Mushroomhead UK shows - New song 'Astaroth' now streaming online - Debut album produced by Matt Hyde (Slipknot) Art by Mister Sam (Rob Zombie) - Out 29.4.2016 via Phd "Likely to be one of the year’s most distinctive debuts" #HOTNEWBAND METAL HAMMER #281 - http://metalhammer.teamrock.com/features/2016-03-01/why-anti-clone-are-bringing-nu-metal-back New song 'Astaroth' now streaming: https://soundcloud.com/anti-clone/astaroth Anti-Clone live with Mushroomhead and Sanguine: 24th March - BIRMINGHAM - O2 Academy Birmingham 25th March - CHESTER - The Live Rooms One of the UK's best breaking bands is preparing to make their mark in 2016 with the release of their highly anticipated debut album. Notoriously named as 'murder capital of Britain', the sleepy town of Boston, Lincolnshire is home to apocolyptic nu-metal mob ANTI-CLONE. Since bursting onto the scene in 2013, the five piece have wasted no time in grabbing audiences by ...