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Canadian/American metallers Smoulder return with their long-awaited third studio album, Witch Wife in an Alien World, a bold, daring collection of eight songs that continue to push boundaries and shatter conventions.The opening track "Water Wars" has been premiered here with a lyric video: https://youtu.be/ZMJmxvxqfWs?si=Ds2UqGvttKsWe9pLWitch Wife in an Alien World is scheduled for October 9th 2026 via Cruz... Continue Reading →
For fans of the NWOBHM and traditional heavy metal, this is definitely worth checking out, as Ironflame have a new album ready to hit the shelves. The mastermind behind the band is Andrew D’Cagna, also known for his work with Icarus Witch and Brimstone Coven. Since 2016, D’Cagna has been running Ironflame as his own... Continue Reading →
After releasing two EPs, it was their debut album Moonlit Cross that brought The Night Eternal wider attention. The band from Essen, Germany, has been active since 2018 and has continued to evolve with each release. Their sound is becoming increasingly distinctive, combining classic heavy metal with a strong sense of melancholy. Their new album, Cold Velvet, marks... Continue Reading →
Today, you could spend your evening in Hamburg watching a total solar eclipse. After all, it’s the first one the city has seen in 24 years, and it’ll be quite a while before the next one comes around. But there’s a good reason worth making the pilgrimage to: Betty’s in Hamburg, where something every bit... Continue Reading →
Early August also means one thing again this year: Elbriot in Hamburg. The open-air festival at Hamburg’s Grossmarkt has been a fixture on the city’s metal calendar for quite some time now, and once again, it opens its gates for another day of roaring live music. It would be hard to ask for better conditions... Continue Reading →
One of the world's most captivating guitarists, Yngwie Malmsteen has announced his new studio album, Hell or High Water, which will be released on 13 November via Music Theories Recordings / Artone Label Group. To whet your appetite, he has also revealed the first single from the album, ‘Now or Never,’ which you can listen to below. When we... Continue Reading →
Up-and-coming German melancholic heavy metal outfit The Night Eternal is pleased to present their latest single, "The Veins Of Time." The consuming new track comes by way of the band's forthcoming Metal Blade debut, Cold Velvet, set to drop on August 21st. The band's third single opens the B-side of Cold Velvet and immediately signals... Continue Reading →
An era is coming to an end. Nearly a year after the release of their final album, Megadeth (2026), the legendary thrash metal band of the same name will embark on one last world tour to say goodbye to the stage. Joining bandleader Dave Mustaine are longtime bandmates Teemu Mäntysaari (guitar), James LoMenzo (bass), and Dirk Verbeuren (drums), a lineup widely recognized for its outstanding... Continue Reading →
BMG Records is pleased to announce the worldwide release of guitar legend Tony Iommi’s brand-new album. The album is titled From The Dark and will be launched on October 23rd, 2026 via BMG. The album kicks off with the first single, “World Alone,” which premiered tonight as part of a special worldwide streaming event. The event... Continue Reading →
Phil Campbell’s Bastard Sons are heading back to the stage, fueled by a mission that goes beyond the music. Following the passing of their father, the legendary Phil Campbell, the band is moving forward with an unwavering sense of strength, heart, and purpose, ensuring that the rock and roll flame he ignited continues to roar.... Continue Reading →
Heavy metal has enjoyed a long and successful history in Japan. While the country's passionate fans have helped sustain the scene for decades, bands such as Loudness and Anthem have stood among the leading names in Japanese heavy metal since the mid-1980s. Now, a younger generation is carrying that tradition forward. Formed in 2016, Coven... Continue Reading →
Following two successful editions, FULL METAL MAYRHOFEN will return to Austria's Zillertal region from March 29 to April 3, 2027. Set against the backdrop of snow-covered peaks, traditional mountain huts, and the Alpine scenery surrounding Mayrhofen, the festival once again combines live metal performances with winter sports and a mountain holiday experience. Advance ticket sales are now open.... Continue Reading →
Day two of March Börner Open Air gets underway, and the temperatures are even higher than on the opening day. The festival kicks off with a trio of bands—Edelgift!, Der Butterwegge, and Elfmorgen—before German punk veterans Rantanplan take the stage. With Rantanplan, ska punk returns to MBOA. The band delivers a tight 40-minute set and... Continue Reading →
Today, we’re visiting the Match Börner Open Air in Norderstedt, part of the greater Hamburg metropolitan area, for the very first time. Established in 2022, the festival has grown steadily over the past few years. While its early editions featured a diverse lineup blending pop, rock, and heavier acts, the festival has since developed a... Continue Reading →
A new chapter begins. German metal veterans Brainstorm have officially announced their brand-new studio album, Nightfall. The band's forthcoming full-length will be released via Reigning Phoenix Music in Spring 2027, marking the next milestone in a career spanning more than three decades.Following the critically acclaimed Plague Of Rats, Brainstorm continue to expand the lyrical universe inspired by... Continue Reading →
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