Echo Cvlt Launches With “Diamond Hands” Featuring Derek Engemann of Scour and Vikings’ Ragga Ragnars Debut Single Out Now - @thebeast

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Echo Cvlt Launches With “Diamond Hands” Featuring Derek Engemann of Scour and Vikings’ Ragga Ragnars
Debut Single Out Now

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Echo Cvlt has officially launched with its debut single “Diamond Hands (feat. Ragga Ragnars & Buzzsaw)” , out now on all platforms as of January 30, 2026. The track brings together Derek Engemann of Scour and Philip H. Anselmo & The Illegals, performing under his new DJ persona Buzzsaw , with Ragga Ragnars, best known for her role as Gunnhild on the History Channel’s Vikings .

The first offering from music collective Echo Cvlt, “Diamond Hands” delivers hard-style EDM intensity fused with melodic pop structures and metallic guitar riffage. Built for high-impact sound systems and crossover audiences, the track blends club-driven energy with a cinematic edge that cuts across traditional genre lines. Fans of Darren Styles, DJ Isaac, and Steve Aoki will recognize the kinetic pulse, while the guitar work injects a darker, more aggressive identity.

For Engemann, Echo Cvlt serves as a parallel creative outlet beyond the confines of traditional heavy music. “There is a lot of music resting idle in the cellar,” he explains. “Ideas that never quite resonated in the right avenue… until now.” The main guitar hook for “Diamond Hands” dates back to 2008. “It was never abandoned. It just needed the right track to thrive.”

The collaboration came together in 2022 when Engemann and Ragnars met at a biohacking conference in Beverly Hills. Already familiar with her acting work, Engemann was struck by her vocal ability. “Once the music for Diamond Hands was completed, I kept hearing her presence in it, almost as if the riffs had already shaped themselves around her voice before she ever sang a note.” Coincidentally, Ragnars had just decided to return to music that same week, making the collaboration feel inevitable.

Tracking began in San Diego, followed by a production trip to Iceland, where the music video was filmed across Ragnars’ home landscape. The stark terrain, volatile weather, and shifting gray skies provide a visual counterpart to the track’s tension and intensity.

“ Diamond Hands hits with hard-style EDM intensity, melodic pop structures, and metallic guitar riffage. Powered by vocals from Ragga Ragnars, with Buzzsaw driving the production, the track ignites the dance floor and dares you to Hold On for Dear Life.”

“Diamond Hands” marks the beginning of an ongoing creative run for Echo Cvlt, with additional collaborations and new releases already in motion for 2026 and beyond.




Release Information

Artist: Echo Cvlt
Single: Diamond Hands (feat. Ragga Ragnars & Buzzsaw)
Release Date: January 30, 2026
Genre: EDM, Hard Dance, Hard Style, Pop, Dance Pop
FFO: Darren Styles, DJ Isaac, Steve Aoki




Credits

Producer: Derek Engemann
Music: Derek Engemann
Lyrics: Ragga Ragnars
Mixed & Mastered: Stefano Santi at SPVN Studio (2025)
Vocals Engineered: Steve Brogden at Forge Audio (2024)

So it begins.

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Contact: Derek Engemann
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SURVIVALIST, VAULDERIE & WOLFENSTEIN Featured in Metal Injection’s Weekly New Releases - @thebeast

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SURVIVALIST, VAULDERIE & WOLFENSTEIN Featured in Metal Injection’s Weekly New Releases

Belfast, Ireland / Germany / New York – January 30, 2026 – This week, Metal Injection spotlights three of Metal Devastation PR ’s rising heavyweights, showcasing the breadth and intensity of the modern metal underground:

SURVIVALIST – A Place For Those Who Suffer, Alone (Seek & Strike) – Groove-Core / Metalcore / Deathcore
Hailing from Belfast, Ireland, Survivalist continue to carve their singular space in modern heavy music with their visceral “groove-core” style. Their new album, A Place For Those Who Suffer, Alone , released January 30th via Seek & Strike Records, blends crushing riffs, climactic breakdowns, and melodic hooks with emotionally raw, unflinching lyricism. The record has already garnered support from Metal Hammer, Kerrang! Radio, and more, solidifying Survivalist as one of the most compelling metal acts to emerge from Ireland.

VAULDERIE – Sanguinoctum (Witches Brew) – Occult Black Thrash
Germany’s VAULDERIE return with their ferocious new full-length Sanguinoctum , out now via Witches Brew. Eleven tracks of pure black/thrash devastation unfold with ritualistic intensity, vampiric menace, and uncompromising extremity. From the ominous “The Invocation” to the crushing finale “Among the Aeries,” VAULDERIE deliver raw, underground metal steeped in atmosphere and aggression, appealing to fans of black thrash and extreme underground music.

WOLFENSTEIN – Death Brigade (CDN Records) – Thrash / Death-Speed Metal
New York’s feral trio WOLFENSTEIN have joined forces with CDN Records and are unleashing their sophomore assault Death Brigade on January 31st, 2026. Channeling the fury of Bathory, Sodom, Kreator, and Venom, the band delivers a relentless cocktail of thrash, death, and speed metal. With neck-snapping riffs, full-speed precision, and pure sonic warfare, Death Brigade is a warlike declaration from one of New York’s most uncompromising underground acts.

This Metal Injection feature demonstrates the reach and diversity of Metal Devastation PR’s roster, spanning groove-laden metalcore, ritualistic black thrash, and high-octane death-speed thrash.

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zach@metaldevastationradio.com

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SURVIVALIST Unleash Their New Album A Place For Those Who Suffer, Alone – Out Now via Seek & Strike Records - @thebeast

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SURVIVALIST Unleash Their New Album A Place For Those Who Suffer, Alone – Out Now via Seek & Strike Records

Genre: Groove-Core / Metalcore / Deathcore
For Fans Of: Whitechapel, Chelsea Grin, Alpha Wolf, Slipknot

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Belfast, Ireland – January 30, 2026 – Belfast metal powerhouse Survivalist are back with their most intense and focused statement yet. A Place For Those Who Suffer, Alone , out now via Seek & Strike Records , sees the band further refining their self-described “groove-core” sound – a crushing fusion of riffs, breakdowns, and melody, bound together by unflinching emotional weight.

Forged through personal struggle and lived experience, the album confronts themes of isolation, mental health, and the human condition head-on. Each track serves as an emotional reckoning, balancing brutal aggression with moments of reflection and catharsis. Highlights include “Deathbed” featuring Alex Koehler (ex-Chelsea Grin / Ameonna), “Failure Of Being” with producer Josh Sid Robinson, and a guest appearance from Kid Bookie, all showcasing Survivalist’s unique blend of metalcore, deathcore, and groove-laden intensity.

Since their 2021 debut VII , Survivalist have earned critical acclaim and a growing fanbase, sharing stages with heavyweights such as Thy Art Is Murder, Chelsea Grin, Polaris, Suffocation, Atreyu, Kublai Khan, and more. Their live energy, relentless songwriting, and willingness to tackle heavy subject matter have cemented them as one of Ireland’s most compelling modern metal acts.

With this release, Survivalist also announce their new partnership with Seek & Strike Records and booking through Echelon Artists , marking a bold new chapter for the band as they continue to push the boundaries of contemporary heavy music.

Survivalist are:

Gavin Sharp – vocals

Nick Butcher – guitars

Lee Shaw – bass

Rhys Fraser – drums



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Negative Sixxx Unleashes Crushing New Single “Agony” With Official Video Premiere - @thebeast

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Negative Sixxx Unleashes Crushing New Single “Agony” With Official Video Premiere

Oakland, CA – Oakland metal outfit Negative Sixxx storms back with their latest single “Agony,” premiering alongside an official video on YouTube February 6th, 2026 , from their upcoming EP Blood and Bones . The track showcases the band’s signature blend of thrash aggression and modern metal precision, anchored by Sid Frankosky ’s ferocious vocals and razor-sharp guitar work from Chris Van De Ven and Shilo Kramer .

Recorded with Juan Urteaga at Trident Studios , Blood and Bones delivers relentless energy across its three tracks, with “Agony” leading the charge as a blistering introduction to the EP’s dark, unflinching sound.

Negative Sixxx have earned a reputation as a powerhouse live act, opening for Vio-lence , Sadus , and Suicidal Tendencies at Full Terror Assault Metal Fest , and headlining Redwood Metal Fest ’s second stage. Their on-stage intensity has been elevated by special appearances from Wayne Lozinak (Hatebreed) and Phil Demmel (Machine Head/Vio-lence) , while media outlets have spotlighted the band on Robb Flynn’s ( Machine Head ) podcast No Fuckin’ Regrets and Zetro’s ( Exodus ) Toxic Vault YouTube channel.

Fans and radio stations have taken note as well, with Castle Blakk Radio naming them “Band of the Month” and Texas’s ZTR.FM declaring them the “Most Requested Band.”

Current Lineup:

Sid Frankosky – Lead Vocals

Chris Van De Ven – Lead Guitar

Shilo Kramer – Guitar

Kenny Quigley – Bass

Mark Miller – Drums

The official video for “Agony” will premiere on YouTube on February 6th, 2026 , giving fans a first look at the relentless energy of Blood and Bones . Stream and follow Negative Sixxx across Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , Spotify , Apple Music , and Pandora .

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Since the Fire Returns with Crushing New Album “Remains Embraced” - @thebeast

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Since the Fire Returns with Crushing New Album “Remains Embraced”

Release Date: April 18, 2026 | Indie

Northeastern Pennsylvania’s metalcore veterans Since the Fire are back to unleash their fiercest work yet with the upcoming album “Remains Embraced.” Blending blistering riffs, bone-crushing breakdowns, and soaring melodic hooks, the five-piece band delivers an album that’s as intense as it is cathartic. Fans of August Burns Red, Black Dahlia Murder, and Lamb of God will find themselves right at home in this sonic storm.

Since the Fire has spent over fifteen years dominating the tri-state metal scene with relentless live performances and a commitment to raw, emotional music. Their new release pushes that legacy even further—melding classic metalcore aggression with the depth and atmosphere of modern heavy music. Each track hits hard, each lyric resonates, and every riff serves as a reminder of the band’s unwavering drive to evolve and elevate the metal scene.

Production and Credits:

Produced by Jeremy Loveland & Bryan Kilcommons

Mixed by Anthony Caranata

Mixed/Mastered by Jesse Joseph

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ELECTROCUTIONER RETURN WITH RE-RECORDED SINGLE “VAMPIRE’S KISS” — A BLOODSOAKED THRASH TRIBUTE TO 80s CULT HORROR - @thebeast

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ELECTROCUTIONER RETURN WITH RE-RECORDED SINGLE “VAMPIRE’S KISS” — A BLOODSOAKED THRASH TRIBUTE TO 80s CULT HORROR

New Single Out February 6, 2026

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Long Island horror-thrash maniacs Electrocutioner keep the voltage cranked with the release of their new standalone single “Vampire’s Kiss,” arriving February 6, 2026 . Riding the momentum of their upcoming sophomore album Harbinger (due Fall 2025 via CDN Records), the band unleashes a freshly re-recorded version of a fan-favorite track originally appearing on their early EPs—now reborn with sharper teeth and far deadlier production.

Inspired by the infamous 1988 cult film Vampire’s Kiss starring Nicolas Cage, the song dives headfirst into madness, delusion, and full-blown vampiric transformation. Equal parts horror movie homage and psychological descent, “Vampire’s Kiss” captures the moment where obsession turns to insanity—and sanity is the first thing drained dry.




“We re-recorded a couple older songs while tracking the album and felt this was the perfect time to unleash one,” says guitarist and vocalist Mark Pursino . “ Vampire’s Kiss is about becoming a vampire and completely losing your grip on reality. It’s unhinged, it’s violent, and it finally sounds the way we always wanted it to.”




Unlike Harbinger , “Vampire’s Kiss” is a standalone release , not tied to the upcoming album or any future record. It serves as a raw shot of classic Electrocutioner—reimagined with modern firepower—bridging the band’s early underground roots with their current, more ferocious incarnation.

Musically, the track leans hard into razor-sharp thrash riffs, sinister atmosphere, and horror-driven intensity , evoking the spirit of old-school East Coast thrash while keeping things mean, fast, and unpolished where it counts.

Electrocutioner is:
🎸 Guitars & Vocals – Mark Pursino
🔊 Bass – Rich Nieves
🥁 Drums – Tyler Bogliole

Guitars, Bass & Synths recorded by Rich Nieves
Produced, Mixed & Mastered by Joe Cincotta at Full Force Recording Studio

With Harbinger on the horizon and a steady stream of high-voltage releases planned, Electrocutioner are proving they are not slowing down—they’re feeding.

“Vampire’s Kiss” drops February 6, 2026. Prepare to lose your mind.

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INCEPTION OF ETERNITY UNLEASH “DIGITAL MESSIAH” OUT NOW VIA darkSIGN-Records - @thebeast

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INCEPTION OF ETERNITY UNLEASH “DIGITAL MESSIAH”
OUT NOW VIA darkSIGN-Records

German genre-bending act Inception Of Eternity have officially released their explosive new single “Digital Messiah,” available now on all major streaming and download platforms via darkSIGN-Records .

Blurring the lines between metal, gothic, rock, electronic, techno, and pop , “Digital Messiah” is a high-voltage collision of crushing riffs, electronic chaos, and modern metal power. Built for heavy playlists and massive stages, the track delivers relentless energy with a sharp, futuristic edge.

Lyrically, “Digital Messiah” explores a dystopian world where technology has become the new religion. Salvation is no longer found in churches, but in downloads, screens, lights, bass, and code. With lines like “Plug me in — I’m your holy code” and “Upload your sins, erase your screams,” the song turns digital addiction and club culture into a distorted sermon, while the anthemic chorus delivers a defiant message of survival through digital pain and chaos.

Musically, Inception Of Eternity seamlessly fuse pounding rhythms, massive low-end pressure, and razor-sharp modern production with crowd-commanding callouts and machine-like momentum. The track builds toward a hype-loaded bridge that feels purpose-built for live impact and maximum audience response.

The single artwork completes the vision, depicting a towering cybernetic figure standing like a metallic prophet in a burning industrial wasteland. It is a striking visual representation of the band’s dystopian, futuristic universe.

With “Digital Messiah,” Inception Of Eternity do not just release a song. They deliver a digital ritual that is loud, relentless, and impossible to ignore.

The official music video is also out now , expanding the track’s futuristic narrative into a full audiovisual experience.




Release Information


Artist: Inception Of Eternity
Title: Digital Messiah
Type: Single
Release Date: January 23, 2026
Available As: Download, Streaming
Genre: Gothic, Metal, Rock, Techno, Pop
Label: darkSIGN-Records
Label Code: LC 83765
UPC: 199940676373




Lineup


Angela Hansen – Vocals

Thorsten Eligehausen – Music, lyrics, keys, arrangement, programming, vocals

Marc Vanderberg – Guitars, vocals

Ken Pike – Vocals




Production


Produced, mixed, and mastered by Thorsten Eligehausen







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