DISTANT Announce New Album Into Despair Out November 6 via Century Media Records - @thebeast

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DISTANT Announce New Album Into Despair Out November 6 via Century Media Records


New Single “All Will Be (N)One” Featuring Ricky Myers of Suffocation Available Now


Dutch/Slovak deathcore force DISTANT have announced their new full-length album Into Despair , set for release November 6, 2026 via Century Media Records. Alongside the announcement, the band has dropped the first single, “All Will Be (N)One,” featuring Ricky Myers of death metal legends Suffocation.

The track hits like a concrete wall and then lingers in the aftermath. “All Will Be (N)One” drags listeners through a bleak, atmospheric descent centered on humanity’s fear of death and the slow, unavoidable collapse of time itself. Crushing deathcore intensity collides with haunting melodic passages, building a suffocating sense of dread before snapping into raw, unfiltered aggression.

Ricky Myers brings an unmistakable weight to the track, pushing its message deeper into darkness and reinforcing the central idea behind the song, that nothing escapes the end, and everything eventually returns to nothing.

Stylistically, DISTANT continue to sharpen their blend of cinematic heaviness and emotional extremity, but Into Despair signals a shift in focus. This time, the storytelling is not fictional. It is personal.

Across the album, the band steps away from conceptual narratives and turns inward, pulling directly from lived experience, grief, loss, hardship, and the long road of resilience that follows.

The band comments:




“Into Despair is the most honest music we've ever written. Every song comes from something we've lived through. Instead of hiding behind stories or concepts, we wanted to write about real emotions and real experiences. This album became a way for us to process grief and pain, but also a reminder that these are things everyone carries in one form or another.”




That honesty runs through every layer of the record. Into Despair is not just heavy in sound, it is heavy in meaning. It turns personal suffering into something shared, something listeners can recognize in their own lives. It is catharsis turned into amplification.

For fans of Spite , Lorna Shore , and Slaughter to Prevail , DISTANT continue to stand in the upper tier of modern deathcore, but Into Despair pushes further into emotional territory than ever before.

With a reputation built on cinematic brutality and unrelenting intensity, DISTANT now channel that force into something more vulnerable, more human, and arguably more dangerous because of it.

Check out the video: 



Into Despair


Out November 6, 2026 via Century Media Records

New Single


“All Will Be (N)One” featuring Ricky Myers of Suffocation
Available now on all streaming platforms:
https://distantofficial.com/pages/presave />
Production Credits


Mix & Master: Nouri Yetgin, Roelof Klop

Management


Self-managed



   Connect with the band: 


https://linktr.ee/DistantOfficial />
https://distantofficial.com/ />
https://www.instagram.com/distantofficial/ />
https://www.facebook.com/DistantOfficial />
https://twitter.com/distantnl />
https://distantofficial.com/pages/epk />
Contact: Distantbandnl@gmail.com


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CRUCIAL VELOCITY UNLEASH THIRD SINGLE "THE HARVEST" FEATURING OPETH GUITARIST FREDRIK ÅKESSON - @thebeast

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CRUCIAL VELOCITY UNLEASH THIRD SINGLE "THE HARVEST" FEATURING OPETH GUITARIST FREDRIK ÅKESSON


Classic metal veterans Crucial Velocity are set to release their brand new single, "The Harvest," the third chapter in their unfolding trilogy of high impact modern metal storytelling. The track features legendary Opeth guitarist Fredrik Åkesson, bringing a cinematic edge and progressive firepower to the band's most ambitious release yet.

"The Harvest" will be released worldwide on July 31, 2026 via Golden Robot Records distribution, with the official music video premiering the same day. Directed by acclaimed visual creator Wayne Joyner (Tremonti, Alter Bridge, Dream Theater), the video promises a stunning sci-fi experience that perfectly complements the song's cinematic scope.

Stream the previous single, "Martyr's Blood," here:


https://orcd.co/martyrs-blood />
A TRILOGY TAKING SHAPE


"The Harvest" marks the latest chapter in a conceptual trilogy that began with "Mortal Fallacy," which has already surpassed 340,000 YouTube views , and continued with "Martyr's Blood," featuring Voivod guitarist Dan Mongrain.

Each release has expanded Crucial Velocity's sound while staying rooted in the band's identity, blending classic heavy metal power with modern production, technical musicianship, and cinematic storytelling.

GUEST ARTIST POWER AND BAND LINEUP


"The Harvest" features soaring intro and outro guitar performances from Fredrik Åkesson, adding a widescreen progressive dimension to the track's already massive sound.

The band's lineup delivers on every level:

Androo O'Hearn – Lead vocals and harmonies

Nate Bauer – Songwriter, guitars, and bass

Michael Harris – Technical precision and melodic lead guitar

Matt Thompson – Thunderous, world-class drums

SCI-FI STORYLINE


"The Harvest" takes Crucial Velocity into bold conceptual territory. The song follows a science fiction narrative centered on an alien civilization draining Earth's resources and harvesting humanity in a desperate attempt to save its own dying world. Heavy, cinematic, and intensely atmospheric, the track feels like the soundtrack to the end of civilization itself.

EVOLUTION OF A MODERN METAL FORCE


Crucial Velocity continues to evolve while honoring the foundations of classic metal. With each release, the band pushes deeper into ambitious storytelling, elite musicianship, and larger-than-life production without sacrificing the raw power that defines their sound.

"The Harvest" stands as the band's most ambitious statement to date, seamlessly blending sci-fi grandeur with old school metal muscle and modern precision.

Release Date: July 31, 2026

Label/Distribution: Golden Robot Records

PRESS CONTACT: zach@metaldevastationradio.com



  Follow the band at these links:


https://crucial-velocity.com/  />
https://www.instagram.com/natebauermusic/ />
https://www.facebook.com/nate.bauer.12 />
Contact: mrnatebauer@gmail.com


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NARCOTIC WASTELAND’s “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse Tour” Gains More Momentum With New BraveWords Coverage - @thebeast

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NARCOTIC WASTELAND’s “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse Tour” Gains More Momentum With New BraveWords Coverage


The upcoming “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse Tour” from NARCOTIC WASTELAND continues to build momentum as more major metal media outlets are picking up the announcement. The latest coverage comes from longtime metal publication BraveWords , helping spread the word about one of the most anticipated underground extreme metal tours of the summer.

The nationwide trek features VISITANT on the main run, with select appearances from MONOCHROMATIC BLACK , IATT , and YOTUMA . The tour will bring a night of crushing extreme metal to venues across the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, and beyond beginning in August.

Fronted by former NILE guitarist and vocalist Dallas Toler-Wade , NARCOTIC WASTELAND continues to push boundaries with a brutal combination of death metal intensity and uncompromising lyrical themes addressing addiction, societal issues, and the darker side of modern existence.

The continued media attention highlights the growing anticipation surrounding the Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse Tour 2026 , with additional coverage expected as the tour approaches.

Recent media coverage includes:

• BraveWords
• KNAC.COM
• Lambgoat
• Metal Addicts

With the underground metal community continuing to rally behind the tour, NARCOTIC WASTELAND and VISITANT are preparing to deliver a devastating live experience for fans across the country.

Fans are encouraged to follow the bands’ official pages for ticket information, tour updates, and additional announcements.

Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse Tour 2026
Featuring NARCOTIC WASTELAND & VISITANT

August 10 - August 30, 2026
Featuring select dates with MONOCHROMATIC BLACK, IATT, and YOTUMA

More tour details and media coverage coming soon.



 Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse Tour 2026

Featuring Narcotic Wasteland & Visitant

Aug. 10 • Pensacola, FL • The Handlebar (Visitant only)

Aug. 12 • Columbus, OH • Spacebar

Aug. 14 • Akron, OH • Afterlife (Narcotic Wasteland only)

Aug. 14 • Battle Creek, MI • Michigan Metal Fest (Visitant only)

Aug. 15 • Battle Creek, MI • Michigan Metal Fest (Narcotic Wasteland only)

Aug. 16 • Chicago, IL • Liars Club

Aug. 18 • Minneapolis, MN • Amsterdam Bar & Hall

Aug. 19 • Cudahy, WI • X-Ray Arcade (with Yotuma)

Aug. 21 • Scranton, PA • The Ritz Theater (with IATT)

Aug. 22 • Wallingford, CT • Cherry Street Station

Aug. 23 • Lowell, MA • Taffeta

Aug. 26 • Atlanta, GA • 529 (with Monochromatic Black)

Aug. 27 • Nashville, TN • The Cobra (with Monochromatic Black)

Aug. 28 • Raleigh, NC • Chapel of Bones (with Monochromatic Black)

Aug. 29 • Salisbury, MD • Lurking Class Skate Shop (with Monochromatic Black)

Aug. 30 • Charleston, WV • Live at the Shop (with Monochromatic Black) 

 Band Links

Narcotic Wasteland:
https://linktr.ee/narcoticwasteland /> Visitant:
https://linktr.ee/visitantofficial /> Monochromatic Black:
https://linktr.ee/monochromaticblack /> IATT:
https://www.iattrealm.com/ /> Yotuma:
https://yotuma.com/ />

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THE INAUGURAL DELTA DOOM FEST TO SHAKE MEMPHIS THIS OCTOBER WITH A MASSIVE CELEBRATION OF DOOM, STONER, AND HEAVY METAL - @thebeast

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THE INAUGURAL DELTA DOOM FEST TO SHAKE MEMPHIS THIS OCTOBER WITH A MASSIVE CELEBRATION OF DOOM, STONER, AND HEAVY METAL


Metal Devastation Radio & PR Proudly Joins as an Official Sponsor

MEMPHIS, TN – A new chapter in the Mid-South underground metal scene begins as the first-ever Delta Doom Fest makes its debut at Growlers in Memphis, Tennessee on Saturday, October 17, 2026 . Bringing together an incredible lineup of doom, stoner, sludge, and heavy metal acts, the inaugural festival promises a full day of crushing riffs, thunderous grooves, and underground metal camaraderie.

Metal Devastation Radio and Metal Devastation PR are proud to sponsor Delta Doom Fest alongside an outstanding lineup of independent companies dedicated to supporting heavy music. Additional sponsors include Does It Doom, Woodrite Guitars, Black Doomba Records, Brutal Media, Pinebox Coven Records, BlackOak Productions, and Blackbird Designs.

This year's lineup features:




Tommy Stewart's Dyerwulf

Ninja Witch

Red Sun Sermon

Stonewielder

Ponddigger

Megaton Communion

Burnt Witch

Ruined God



Doors open at 2:00 PM with music beginning at 3:00 PM . The event is all ages , making it a great opportunity for fans of every generation to experience a full day of heavy music.

Ticket Information


Presale




Adults: $20

Kids (12 & Under): $10



Day of Show




Adults: $25

Kids (12 &Under): $15



Venue


Growlers
1911 Poplar Ave.
Memphis, TN 38104

"Supporting new festivals is one of the best ways to strengthen the underground metal scene," said Zach Moonshine of Metal Devastation Radio and PR. "Delta Doom Fest is bringing together an incredible lineup of bands, passionate sponsors, and dedicated fans for what promises to be an unforgettable day of heavy music. We're proud to help support this event and look forward to seeing the Memphis metal community come together."

Whether you're a lifelong devotee of crushing doom riffs or simply looking to discover your next favorite band, Delta Doom Fest is set to deliver an unforgettable day of heavy music in the heart of Memphis.

Don't miss your chance to be part of the very first Delta Doom Fest on October 17 at Growlers in Memphis.

Get tickets here:
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METAL DEVASTATION RADIO AND PR SMASH PAST 29.5 MILLION TOTAL VIEWS - @thebeast

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METAL DEVASTATION RADIO AND PR SMASH PAST 29.5 MILLION TOTAL VIEWS


Nearly One Million More Views in June Push Underground Metal Closer to the Historic 30 Million Mark


The momentum refuses to slow down.

Metal Devastation Radio and Metal Devastation PR have officially surpassed 29.5 million all-time views , adding 981,388 views during June 2026 and bringing the platform's lifetime total to an incredible 29,559,161 views .

Built from the ground up through a passion for heavy music and unwavering support for the underground, Metal Devastation continues proving that independent metal media can compete on a global scale without corporate backing or industry gatekeepers.

JUNE KEPT THE MOMENTUM ROLLING


The numbers from June continue to demonstrate the strength of the underground metal community:




981,388 total views

247,000 active users

246,000 new users

3 million tracked events , including article views, radio streams, submissions, clicks, and fan engagement

551,000 Google Search impressions



Those numbers pushed Metal Devastation's all-time view count from 28,577,773 to 29,559,161 .

With less than half a million views remaining before reaching 30 million , another historic milestone is already on the horizon.

FROM THE FRONTLINES


"It's incredible to watch this community continue growing month after month," says Zach Moonshine .

"Every article read, every interview shared, every song streamed, and every band discovered adds another brick to what we've been building for years. We're getting closer to 30 million views, and that's something every band, label, promoter, journalist, DJ, and fan who has supported Metal Devastation should be proud of. This has always been about giving underground metal a louder voice."

BUILT BY THE UNDERGROUND


Behind every statistic is a worldwide community dedicated to keeping heavy music alive:




Independent bands creating uncompromising music

Record labels supporting new artists

Promoters and publicists building opportunities

Magazines, blogs, podcasts, and radio stations covering the scene

Metal fans discovering and sharing new music every day

The Metal Devastation Radio staff delivering heavy music around the clock

Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest bringing the underground together face to face



Every submission, interview, livestream, playlist, and article helps expand the reach of underground metal around the world.

SEARCHING FOR METAL


Search visibility remains one of the platform's strongest drivers of growth.

During June alone, Metal Devastation generated 551,000 Google Search impressions , helping connect thousands of fans with new bands, interviews, album reviews, festival coverage, and underground news.

Every search represents another opportunity for independent artists to reach listeners who may have never discovered them otherwise.

THE ROAD TO 30 MILLION


Crossing 29.5 million views is another major milestone, but the mission remains the same.

Metal Devastation Radio and PR will continue promoting independent artists, breaking new music, supporting festivals, interviewing legendary musicians alongside rising talent, and giving underground metal the worldwide platform it deserves.

"The numbers are exciting," Moonshine adds.

"But what matters most is what they represent. Every view means another person discovering a band that deserves to be heard. That's what keeps us going, and we're just getting started."

THANK YOU


This achievement belongs to every musician, listener, label, promoter, venue, festival organizer, journalist, DJ, and supporter who continues believing in independent heavy music.

The underground doesn't wait for permission.

It builds its own stage.

And together, we're closing in on 30 million views .

About Metal Devastation Radio and PR


Founded in 2013, Metal Devastation Radio and Metal Devastation PR have become leading voices in the global underground metal community. Through 24/7 radio programming, worldwide promotional campaigns, artist interviews, news coverage, festival production, and dedicated support for independent bands, the platform continues connecting heavy music fans across the globe.

Contact:
Zach Moonshine
zach@metaldevastationradio.com


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NORCVLT Announces New Single “Celestial Tearfall” - @thebeast

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NORCVLT Announces New Single “Celestial Tearfall”


Indigenous Atmospheric Black Metal project continues the journey toward sophomore full-length album

Southern California (Occupied Tongva & Chumash Territories) – NORCVLT returns with a powerful new offering, “Celestial Tearfall,” set for release on July 9, 2026 via Red Nebula.

Born from isolation, identity, and spiritual resonance, NORCVLT continues to carve its own path through the underground with a sound that fuses cold atmospheric black metal, ritualistic ambience, and emotionally charged intensity rooted in Indigenous perspective.

“Celestial Tearfall” serves as the second single from the forthcoming sophomore full-length album, further expanding the project’s evolving sonic mythology while deepening its thematic core.

Sound and Direction


“Celestial Tearfall” drifts through vast atmospheric landscapes while maintaining the sharp edge of modern black metal. The track leans into a cinematic and emotional pull, echoing the frostbitten grandeur of artists such as Uada , Yaotl Mictlan , Grima , and Agalloch while remaining firmly grounded in NORCVLT’s own distinct spiritual and narrative vision.

This is black metal that feels both ancient and forward-moving, like something carried through wind, memory, and time itself.

Artist Statement


“Celestial Tearfall” is the second single track release from the forthcoming sophomore album debuting later this year.

Truly excited to share this next single with you all as we continue to step further into the grander journey ahead. Ta’bintió.

As blackness fades… ancient splendor pours forth.

Creative Credits


All instruments, composition, recording, mixing, mastering, and production were handled by NORCVLT.
Artwork by G.C. Logan (@oswta.okwali).
Management: NORCVLT / Red Nebula.

Listen and Pre-Save


Pre-save “Celestial Tearfall” here:


https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/norcvlt/celestial-tearfall/ />



NORCVLT continues to push deeper into its own mythos with every release, building something that feels less like a project and more like a living current moving through the underground.

Check out the video: 





Connect: 


https://linktr.ee/norcvltofficial />
https://open.spotify.com/album/2jUSFOGt5SvCFA1yDVxXXX />
Contact

Tñuu Dau / The Black Rain
norcvltofficial@gmail.com


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LACONIST RETURNS FROM A DECADE-LONG HIATUS WITH BRUTAL DEATH METAL EP "WHERE BEING ENDS, I BEGIN" - @thebeast

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LACONIST RETURNS FROM A DECADE-LONG HIATUS WITH BRUTAL DEATH METAL EP "WHERE BEING ENDS, I BEGIN"


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EP Link:
https://ditto.fm/where-being-ends-i-begin">
https://ditto.fm/where-being-ends-i-begin

Brazilian Death Metal Veterans Unleash Three Tracks of Crushing Extremity on July 17, 2026

Genre: Brutal Death Metal
For Fans Of: Hate Eternal, Morbid Angel, Krisiun

After a ten-year absence from the scene, Brazilian brutal death metal force Laconist returns with their devastating new EP, Where Being Ends, I Begin , arriving July 17, 2026. The release marks a powerful new chapter for a band built on the foundation of uncompromising aggression, technical precision, and a deep respect for the extreme metal pioneers that shaped their sound.

Founded in 2007 by A. Neil, Laconist was created with the mission of honoring influential acts such as Angelcorpse, Centurian, and Hate Eternal while forging their own path within the brutal death metal underground. During their early years, the band released two full-length albums, one demo, and one EP before entering a decade-long hiatus in 2016.

Now, Laconist has returned with a renewed lineup and a sharpened vision. A. Neil remains the sole original member, joined by Zé Misanthrope, who has helped redefine and expand the band's legacy within the brutal death metal scene. To capture the intensity and power required for this comeback, the band enlisted Felipe Veiga as a session drummer to perform all drum parts on the new recording.

Recorded between October 2025 and April 2026, Where Being Ends, I Begin delivers three relentless tracks of savage riffs, crushing rhythms, and extreme vocal brutality. The EP was mixed by Zé Misanthrope and mastered by Cássio Zambotto, ensuring a massive and punishing production that matches the band's return after ten years away.

Adding even more firepower to the release, the track "Vermiforming" features a special guest vocal appearance by Kyle Ball of Lysergic and former member of Wake and Kataplexis, bringing another layer of intensity to an already devastating offering.

"After a 10-year hiatus, Laconist returns to the battlefield with a new chapter of Brazilian death metal brutality. Where Being Ends, I Begin represents the rebirth of the band and the continuation of a legacy built on extreme music."

Currently unsigned, Laconist is also working on their next full-length album and is seeking a label partner interested in helping bring their next evolution of brutality to a wider audience.

Where Being Ends, I Begin will be available on all major digital platforms on July 17, 2026 .

Check out the video: 



Track Listing


1.Acerbus
2.Vermiforming
3.Nullfruition

Production Credits


Mixed by Zé Misanthrope
Mastered by Cássio Zambotto

Listen / Pre-Save

EP Link:
https://ditto.fm/where-being-ends-i-begin">
https://ditto.fm/where-being-ends-i-begin




Laconist Online

Website:
https://laconist.com /> Instagram:
https://instagram.com/laconist333 /> Bandcamp:
https://laconist333.bandcamp.com /> Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/intl-pt/artist/3z7Gld3kb2TYS96mnuB19I /> Apple Music:
https://music.apple.com/br/artist/laconist/436164221 />

Contact

A. Neil
laconicbrutaldeath@gmail.com


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