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  Copenhagen-based hardcore quintet SPLIT is poised to shake up the hardcore scene with their brand new track, “Cold Heart,” a fierce collaboration with heavy-hitters DETHRXNER, offering a glimpse into the upcoming debut EP “2300”, set to release on March 7th 2025 via Prime Collective. Watch the accompanying music video below, with live footage from their recent show supporting Lifesick in Copenhagen. "Our new track was Inspired by DETHRXNER, who are also featured on the song. ‘Cold Heart’ combines elements from rap, hardcore, and metalcore ," vocalist Benjamin Jeppesen explains. SPLIT vocalist and songwriter Benjamin Jeppesen's journey in music began in the vibrant streets of New York City, where as a teenager, he honed his skills as a guitarist with the band The Dead Are Living. By age 14, he was already sharing stages with renowned acts like I See Stars, The Last Ten Seconds of Life, and Eyes Set to Kill. This early exposure to the music scene fueled a passion for h...

  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...

  Danish metalcore heavyweights DAZE OF JUNE return with their hard-hitting new single, “Hospital Bed”, featuring a guest performance by Tyler Tate of HOLLOW FRONT. This intense new track combines the band’s signature fast-paced rhythms, crushing riffs, and a gripping, memorable chorus, bringing fans another adrenaline-fueled anthem set to resonate worldwide. Hospital Bed takes listeners on a deeply personal journey, inspired by the struggles of a close friend of the band. “The track was inspired by a friend who recently experienced sudden, undiagnosed seizures, causing repeated hospital visits with no clear answers,” explains bassist Simon Gessø Hansen. “The lyrics capture the panic, anxiety, and fear that consumed him. Adding Tyler to the mix amplified the song’s dark, emotional feel, adding a raw, intense layer that speaks to the heart of the experience.” The quintet has already racked up over 3 million streams and have been featured on some of Spotify’s most prominent playl...

  UK metalcore band THE FIVE HUNDRED are thrilled to announce the release of their upcoming third studio album, ‘GHOSTWRITER’, set to drop on February 28th 2025 via Prime Collective. In celebration of the announcement, the band has unleashed a fierce new single, ‘RAINMAKER’, which features guest vocals from Aaron Matts of ten56. Delving into the dark narrative of a bleak, authoritarian dystopia, ‘RAINMAKER’ paints a vivid picture of a society suffocated by oppressive control, where hope is a distant memory - watch the accompanying video below. The band explains,"’RAINMAKER’ builds an intense, foreboding atmosphere through relentless riffs and haunting melodies, reflecting the desperation and simmering rage of a people on the brink of rebellion.The fiery crescendo, punctuated by Aaron Matts' brutal vocal delivery, symbolizes a violent upheaval as fire rains from the sky, obliterating the old order." Since their emergence in the early 2010s, THE FIVE HUNDRED have captivat...

  In a relentless pursuit to redefine the limits of heavy music, Nouri Yetgin, the acclaimed songwriter and guitarist of DISTANT, is set to unveil his second solo single, ‘Portrait of God’. Teaming up with deathcore heavyweights CABAL and rising stars Sugar Spine, Yetgin delivers an uncompromising and ferocious track that cements his place as a key force in the modern deathcore scene. ‘Portrait of God’ is a brutal anthem that showcases Yetgin’s songwriting prowess while weaving together the crushing soundscapes of some of the genre’s most exciting rising and established talents. Prepare for a sonic onslaught, showcasing raw aggression, intricate compositions, and some of the heaviest, most unrelenting sounds currently breaking through the scene. "Feel the crushing intensity and raw power of transcendence in a way you’ve never imagined", Nouri Yetgin adds. Driven by a profound love for writing music and a desire to collaborate with musicians who inspire him, Yetgin's so...

  Finnish modern metal band COUNTLESS GOODBYES present their fifth and final single ‘PAGES AND CHAPTERS’ ahead of the release of their highly anticipated sophomore, full-length album ‘LOST IN WAVES’ which is set to be released on 25th October via Prime Collective. ‘PAGES AND CHAPTERS’ is an introspective and emotionally charged single capturing the band’s signature blend of intensity and lyrical depth, while offering powerful reflections on personal growth and transformation. Lead vocalist Onni Kivikaarre explains, “‘PAGES AND CHAPTERS’ is a reminder that we are individuals. It holds a yearning, a silent wish that maybe we could start again. What if we could rewrite our beginnings? What if we could pull up those roots and plant ourselves in new soil, reshaping who we are? While we can’t change where we started, we can choose how to grow from it, molding our future even as our roots remain.” COUNTLESS GOODBYES burst onto the scene with their debut album ‘Cycles’ in 2019, which qui...

  British metal band THE FIVE HUNDRED is set to captivate listeners with their latest single, “IN THE DARK”. This powerful track vividly portrays the struggle to maintain hope amidst the crushing weight of tyranny and brutality. Showcasing the quintet’s ferocious energy and technical prowess, “IN THE DARK” emerges as a potent anthem of resistance and a sobering commentary on the human cost of oppression. Check out the music video below. “‘IN THE DARK’ combines aggressive riffs, thunderous drums, and emotionally charged vocals to craft an atmosphere brimming with both despair and defiance,” the band explains. “The lyrics poignantly reflect the battle to hold onto resilience and hope when confronted with overwhelming darkness.” Emerging in the early 2010s, the band quickly established themselves with a sound that blends the brutal intensity of metalcore with the intricate ferocity of djent and progressive metal. Their debut album, Bleed Red (2018), marked the beginning of their dar...

  After a series of highly successful single releases in the first half of 2024, modern metal band COUNTLESS GOODBYES is now thrilled to unveil their highly anticipated sophomore, full-length album ‘LOST IN WAVES’ set to be released on October 25th via Prime Collective. Alongside the album announcement, the band presents their fourth single, 'COME ALIVE', accompanied by an electrifying music video.     “Our new album "LOST IN WAVES'' seeks to unravel the depths of humanity, showcasing how our interactions and experiences shape us into the individuals we are today. Through its empowering message, the album strives to remind us that despite challenges in life and judgements passed by others, we each possess inner strength and resilience beyond measure. It encourages us to embrace our uniqueness and find solace in the shared journey of being human”, vocalist Onni Kivikaarre explains. “While ‘COME ALIVE' is about the adrenaline rush at the moment of demise. It cap...

THE FIVE HUNDRED, a formidable force in the British heavy metal scene, are back with the haunting new single ‘DRAGGED OUT’, which features powerful guest vocals from Charlie Rolfe of As Everything Unfolds. Standing as a testament to the quintet’s ability to confront raw, difficult emotions head-on, ‘DRAGGED OUT’ offers a powerful and cathartic release with its infectious riffs and raw, emotive vocals, conveying the weight of psychological suffering and the fight for survival amidst despair. Watch the accompanying music video below: "'DRAGGED OUT' delves into the depths of complex mental anguish and despair, capturing the harrowing experience of being trapped in a relentless cycle of inner turmoil and emotional darkness. We hope the new track resonates deeply with our listeners who may have faced their own battles with mental health." About The Five Hundred Emerging in the early 2010s, the band quickly established themselves with a sound that blends the brutal intens...

  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...

  Introducing the teenage trio who are making waves in their home country of Denmark. ASHES OF BILLY (ages14,15,16) may be young, but they deliver a sound well beyond their years. Since forming in 2022, the young trio has self-released two EP’s - ‘Playdate’ in 2022 and ‘The Right Place’ in 2023, with their single ‘Shamed’ in rotation on national radio in Denmark as well as being featured as Classic Rock Magazine’s ‘Tracks of The Week’. They recently announce that their new EP ‘Obscene’ will be released on 7th March via Prime Collective and has been produced, mixed and mastered by renowned producer Tue Madsen (BABYMETAL, Behemoth, Meshuggah). Listen to their new single ‘Something About Your Smile’: “‘Something About Your Smile’” is a bittersweet summer song with an ironic twist. Lyrically the song is about moving on, and the struggle of letting go of something important and meaningful to you. While making ‘Something About Your Smile’ we wanted to have a positive vibe in the song, ...

  Nicklas Sonne, best known as the frontman, lead singer, songwriter and producer for the progressive metal band Defecto, has announced his much-anticipated debut solo album 'Resonance' which is set for release in November 2022 via Prime Collective. Alongside the announcement of his new album Nicklas Sonne has dropped his first ever offering in the form of new single ‘Misery’. Seen as one of Denmark’s biggest musical talents in recent years, Nicklas takes listeners through big symphonic arrangements, equilibristic bombastic choruses, in a grand, yet traditional heavy metal style. Check out his brand new single ‘Misery’ below: “Misery is an extremely personal song, of a specific situation that happened when i was a little boy, as well as the feelings it created in me during a difficult time as a child split between his parents, in the beginning of an ugly divorce. The song invites the listener through a beast of a single, in a genre I can almost call my own, with old-school ...

Danish deathcore band HANGING THE NIHILIST are back and ready to present their debut full-length ‘Prophetic Blasphemy’ - an album filled with breakdowns and epic compositions, where each track both brutally and beautifully expresses the tale of divine ambition and hellish betrayal. ‘Prophetic Blasphemy’ has been recorded and produced by renowned sound engineer Chris Kreutzfeldt (CABAL, Unseen Faith, MØL) and is set to be released on June 3rd through Prime Collective. “We are beyond excited to share our debut album with you all: Prophetic Blasphemy tells an epic story of cosmic treason and revenge on a backdrop of some of Europe’s most crushing and frenzied modern deathcore. The album aims to trigger mosh pits and take you on an epic musical and lyrical journey. It is our first release with our new vocalist, Alex, who wrote the story behind the lyrics”, the band muses. Taken from the album is their blistering new single '... To The Sounds Of Madness' which allowed the band to co...