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  British alt-rock icons Mallory Knox have officially released “Afterglow”, their brand new single featuring original frontman Mikey Chapman. Marking their first studio release since original lead vocalist Mikey Chapman rejoined the band, ‘Afterglow’ serves as the opening statement for a forthcoming collection of new material written and recorded over the past year. Marking a bold new era for the band - now comprised of Chapman alongside core members James Gillett and Dave Rawling - “Afterglow" carries deep personal significance for the band, tracing back to the very moment they decided to reunite. "Afterglow is the very first song Dave, James and I jammed out after deciding to write again as a band," shares lead vocalist Mikey. "The song reflects the anticipation, excitement and hope we found in those initial moments as we brought the band back to life. Lyrically, I wanted to embody the mantra that I had been telling myself for some time at that point - that there ...

  XENITH continue their rapid rise with new single and video Killer Instinct, out now. The track is the first to be lifted from their debut album 'To No Avail', due Friday 28th August, and showcases the band’s fierce energy and intent. Watch the video for 'Killer Instinct' here: Check out the band on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6JlB8LJTRgdQTgOtO8XVb8 Hailing from Manchester, UK, and comprised of vocalist and guitarist Billy Hourigan, drummer Karim Treifi, bassist Jamo Morris, and guitarist Casey Dennis, XENITH emerged in 2024 with their fiery self-titled debut EP, which blended razor-sharp thrash with bludgeoning melodic death metal. The release introduced a band defined by relentless musicianship and a clear sense of identity. They followed swiftly with the faster and more aggressive single, Swim, before closing the year by sharing the stage with thrash legends, Evile, proving themselves to be a formidable live act. Their debut album, To No Avail, conti...

  Taken from the recently announced expanded 20th anniversary edition of Kiss Of Death, the Lowlands Festival performance of ‘Be My Baby’ is taken from the previously unreleased radio broadcast of Motörhead’s 2007 performance at the hallowed Dutch festival. Originally released in 2006, Kiss Of Death is a ferocious reminder of Motörhead’s uncompromising, no-frills spirit—and a timely nod to the legendary status they’ve earned as one of the greatest hard rock bands of all time. Driven by Lemmy’s unmistakable growl, backed by Phil Campbell’s blistering guitar work and Mikkey Dee’s razor-sharp precision drumming, Kiss Of Death—their 18th studio album—picks up exactly where 2004’s Inferno left off. It’s Motörhead doing what they do best: loud, fast, and relentless. Leaning into the heavier edge of their sound, the album also features guest appearances from Mike Inez (Alice in Chains) and C.C. DeVille (Poison), and delivers standout cuts like ‘Sucker’, ‘Trigger’, and the fan-favourite ...

  Multi-GRAMMY® award-nominated New York heavy metal titans Anthrax - Scott Ian (guitar), Charlie Benante (drums), Frank Bello (bass), Joey Belladonna (vocals), and Jonathan Donais (guitar) - will unleash their long-awaited 12th full-length studio album Cursum Perficio on September 18th via Nuclear Blast Records and Megaforce Records (North America). It marks the band’s first record in ten years since 2016’s For All Kings, which debuted in the Top 10 of the Billboard 200. Cursum Perficio will be available in various physical configurations to pre-order/pre-save; click HERE . The phrase Cursum Perficio is Latin for “My journey has come to an end,” “My journey is over,” or “I complete my journey.” It proves apropos for such a complete body of work. For Cursum Perficio’s first single and video, 'It’s For The Kids', the quintet bulldoze the way for the album’s impact. It’s a classic Anthrax ripper locked and loaded with buzzsaw-sharp riffs, explosive drumming, and a howling and he...

  Hard rock giants BREAKING BENJAMIN are back with a brooding and haunting new single, ' Something Wicked ', signalling the latest chapter for the band and the tease of a forthcoming full-length album. Marked by their signature blend of atmospheric tension, thunderous instrumentation, and raw emotional weight, the track finds the band pushing deeper into their darker sonic territory while staying rooted in the sound that has defined them for years. 'Something Wicked' builds from a simmering, introspective opening into a powerful, anthemic crescendo, showcasing frontman Benjamin Burnley’s unmistakable vocals as they shift between vulnerable restraint and explosive intensity. Speaking on the single, Burnley shares: “'Something Wicked' is a quick look into our influences both musically and thematically. We challenged ourselves especially hard on this record and on this song. We pushed every boundary we’ve previously had as far as it will go, then pushed a little m...

  DOWN’s special cover of Dr. John’s 'Right Place, Wrong Time', released in video form for a limited time to celebrate Mardi Gras earlier this year, is currently available on all streaming platforms! New Orleans native Dr. John was an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. His music combined New Orleans blues, jazz, R&B, soul, and funk. 'Right Place, Wrong Time' was the first single from Dr. John’s 1973 album, In the Right Place, and became the most popular single of his career. The song has been featured in various films and television shows, including Dazed And Confused and American Horror Story: Coven. DOWN’s cover of 'Right Place, Wrong Time' is an homage to Dr. John and his appearances on The Midnight Special TV series, a late night musical variety show that aired from 1972 to 1981. Stream DOWN’s rendition of Dr. John’s 'Right Place, Wrong Time' HERE .​ In related DOWN news, the band will serve as direct support to Slayer on the special 40...

  FangSlinger, the chief purveyors of 'UNDEAD REDNECK ROCK ’N’ ROLL', unleash their debut album 'Welcome to the Lost Souls Saloon': A band of Vampire Outlaws blending southern grit, gothic atmosphere and cinematic storytelling into a hard rock sound that is rooted in big riffs, blues-soaked grooves and dual-vocal interplay. Their music draws from the swagger of Guns N’ Roses and Black Stone Cherry, with a darker edge that sets them apart from their peers. Released today on 24th April 2026, the 10-track album is available on all major digital platforms and CD format. At the core of FangSlinger is a narrative thread of three outlaws bound by a curse, roaming a fractured Old West in search of souls. While that world adds depth and identity, FangSlinger’s true strength lies in their ability to deliver songs that land just as hard in a packed venue as they do through headphones. Their debut album, 'Welcome to the Lost Souls Saloon', brings that vision fully into f...

  Rock and metal icon ROB ZOMBIE has unveiled the music video for his latest single, “The Black Scorpion,” taken from his acclaimed new album, The Great Satan. Bathed in eerie green light, Zombie and his crew rip through the blistering punk-metal track, which clocks in at under two minutes. “The Black Scorpion,” along with recent standouts “F.T.W. 84,” “(I’m a) Rock ’N’ Roller,” “Heathen Days,” and “Punks And Demons,” marks ROB ZOMBIE’s return to the forefront of heavy music, further solidifying his already legendary status. Across more than four decades, Zombie has cemented himself as a singular cultural force. Fusing avant-garde aesthetics with monstrous, groove-driven rock, his work has consistently defied convention. With The Great Satan, Zombie extends that legacy, delivering one of the boldest and most fully realized records of his career. Purchase/Stream The Great Satan: https://robzombie.bfan.link/the-great-satan Follow ROB ZOMBIE: Website | Facebook | Instagram | You...

  With the release of MEGADETH’s final studio album out now (January 23), the metal titans have shared the final single “Puppet Parade” from the much-anticipated album released via DAVE MUSTAINE’s Tradecraft imprint in partnership with Frontiers Label Group’s new BLKIIBLK label. Listen to the track HERE . “‘Puppet Parade’ is about somebody's mundane life and how they go through life with everyday being the same as the day before,” MUSTAINE says. “It is about a person who has a dead-end job, a dead-end relationship, a dead-end life. Many of us are going through this monotony, even right now. I wanted to share ‘Puppet Parade’ to try and illustrate how we often show people what we want them to see, instead of how we really feel.” Up next for MEGADETH, they’ll kick off their farewell tour in North America with a cross-country headlining tour of Canada launching February 15 in Victoria, BC and include stops in Calgary, Winnipeg, and Ottawa before wrapping March 6 in Quebec City, QC. Le...

  15 years into their career, Volumes have weathered ups, downs, time, trends, and everything else life could throw at them only to come out stronger on the other side. Against all odds, a devout audience has ridden shotgun and grown with them every step of the way, waiting for this moment. The Los Angeles quartet — Michael Barr [vocals], Raad Soudani [bass], Myke Terry [vocals], and Nick Ursich [drums] —recently announced their fifth album, titled Mirror Touch. It will be released digitally on December 12 via longtime label Fearless Records. The physical album will arrive on February 27 of next year. Pre-order it here . Today, Volumes have shared the video for " Bad Habit ." Watch it here . Here, Volumes ake a stunning sonic left turn. While the track has the guitar girth and grit that is familiar to loyal Volumes fans, the band leans into its melodic sensibilities and synths, trading its usual heavy dose of screams for fully clean verses and choruses. The result is a gorg...

  Better Lovers celebrate the one-year anniversary of their blistering debut album, Highly Irresponsible, with today’s release of a deluxe edition featuring two new tracks: “The Impossible End” and “Don’t Forget To Say Please.” The expanded collection arrives via SharpTone Records and is available now on all streaming platforms and vinyl: https://bfan.link/highly-irresponsible-deluxe . Highly Responsible Deluxe Edition arrives as the band kicks off a new round of U.S. dates, including a stop at Warped Tour’s Orlando date, and culminating with the band’s annual Blissmas extravaganza on Dec. 13 at Buffalo RiverWorks. This year’s Blissmas features a stacked line-up including Glassjaw, Saves The Day, Terror, and more, plus the festival’s signature wrestling showcase. Tickets for all shows are on-sale now at Betterloversband.com . Tour dates: November 14 Athens, GA 40 Watt Club November 15 Jacksonville, FL The Albatross November 16 Orlando, FL Warped Tour November 18 Pensacola, F...

  Scottish heavy rockers The Tempilstiks are back with their second single, 'Number 1', following the release of their debut song 'Over and Over' as they gear up to release an EP early in 2026. The second single 'Number 1' is a stomping, gritty and defiant offering, its raw sound gives it an extra hefty edge and leaves you eager to hear more from them in the future! 'Number 1' is released 14th November 2025. Pre-save/listen to 'Number 1' here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thetempilstiks/number-1 Listen to their debut single 'Over and Over' here: https://ffm.to/thetempilstiks For more on The Tempilstiks: https://www.instagram.com/thetempilstiks https://www.tiktok.com/@the.tempilstiks https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574473101840

  Rising UK heavy metal force, THE LAST BASTION, have just dropped their thunderous new single and video, 'Legion Of The Damned'. Listen to the band via - https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IsjviDVMKRi0axAlXkWPp , and check out the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_tbsFgifQ0 Hailing from Newcastle Upon Tyne, THE LAST BASTION are more than just a band — they’re a rallying cry for the passionate and the resilient. Blending the crushing riffs of classic metal with a modern groove-laden bite, the power trio nod respectfully to the genre’s giants while carving a distinct, defiant path of their own. Formed in 2024, the band wasted no time making waves. Their debut album, Who We Are, dropped earlier this year to critical acclaim and a rapturous response from an ever-growing fanbase. Known for their relentless work ethic, the band continues to craft new material while shaking venues across the country with their ferocious and unrelenting live shows. Now, THE LAST BASTION are...

  Bay Area thrash metal icons TESTAMENT return with their fourteenth studio album, Para Bellum, which is out today via Nuclear Blast Records. The album stands as both a battle cry and an observation of humanity's uneasy alliance with its own creations. As technology accelerates and disconnection grows, Para Bellum sees TESTAMENT reflecting the modern chaos through music that’s urgent, sharp, and unflinchingly human. Testament's newest single, 'High Noon,' is a Wild West adventure set to music, evoking images of duels and gunslingers. The song offers a nod to the band's acclaimed The Gathering period, yet successfully incorporating fresh, contemporary elements, demonstrating the band's forward momentum. Watch the animated video for 'High Noon' created by Freakshot Films, here: https://youtu.be/q0fm7XmHJ_E Chuck Billy comments, "We are so fired up about the release of Para Bellum. There were a lot of hours spent putting this together. These new songs ...

  Believe In Nothing is hands on, visceral and quite frankly disturbing. Be it their live performances where tension in the room is palpable, their blood, sweat and tears approach to creating art, or the fact their frontman rots pigs hearts in a box to convey their view of the dystopian world we live in, there is something about Believe In Nothing that will make the hairs on the back of your neck stand on end. Formed in Eastbourne in 2023, the band brings together Caine Hemmingway (vocals/noise), Lawrence Rodriguez (guitar), Steve Collier (guitar), and Jasper Lyons (drums). With a history of playing in various heavy South Coast bands and having a dedicated DIY ethos, the members hit the ground running, sidestepping the usual growing pains of a new project and quickly locking into a vision of crushing, apocalyptic sonic ritual. An unofficial live debut came in early 2024: An unplanned set at The Eagle pub in Eastbourne after another band went AWOL. With no songs written, they played...

  Today marks the highly anticipated release of III – Candles & Beginnings, the third studio album from AURI — the visionary musical collaboration of vocalist Johanna Kurkela, Nightwish keyboardist Tuomas Holopainen, and multi-instrumentalist Troy Donockley. With III – Candles & Beginnings, AURI once again open a portal to an otherworldly soundscape where folk, progressive rock, symphonic textures, world music, pop, and avant-garde elements entwine. At the heart of the album lies Kurkela’s ethereal voice, soaring across lush sonic landscapes crafted by Holopainen’s emotive keyboard playing and Donockley’s eclectic instrumentation. This new release is a tapestry of emotion and imagination, where each track tells its own story — from nostalgic reflections to deeply personal experiences. Coinciding with the album’s release is the launch of the third single, 'Blakey Ridge', accompanied by a brand-new lyric video. Joyful and transportive, the track pays tribute to The Lion I...

  Deftones Release New Track 'milk of the madonna'. New Album ‘private music’ out August 22nd via Reprise/Warner Records www.deftones.com Photo Credit: Jimmy Fontaine