Philojain’s “Duke at the Prom” – Peppy Djent Album Out Now - @thebeast

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Philojain’s “Duke at the Prom” – Peppy Djent Album Out Now


Release Date: August 10, 2025

India’s instrumental metal visionary Amit Jain, known as philojain , has officially dropped his latest full-length album, “Duke at the Prom” , now available worldwide.


https://ditto.fm/duke-at-the-prom

This record pushes forward his self-defined style, Peppy Djent , a high-energy fusion of djent, post-prog metal, and melodic experimentation. It’s tight, technical, and built with a groove-first mindset that still leaves room for unexpected turns and melodic lift-offs.

From crushing riff cycles to neon-bright lead work and sub-heavy low end, the album is designed for motion. Whether it’s gym sessions, long drives, gaming marathons, or just cranking speakers until the walls complain, this release hits with purpose.

Amit Jain on the release:
“Peppy Djent is a fresh attempt by me. I wanted an album that’s energetic, unpredictable, and melodic. Something that works for any moment where you want the music to hit hard and keep you locked in.”

About philojain


Based in Panchkula, India, Amit Jain has spent years building a deep catalog across rock, metal, and experimental music. With 18 albums released , his work is known for technical guitar precision, shifting rhythmic structures, and deep low-frequency design that gives his sound its weight and identity.

Everything on “Duke at the Prom” was produced, mixed, and mastered by Amit Jain himself, keeping the vision fully independent and uncompromised. The result is a record that feels controlled yet chaotic in all the right ways.

Playlist Feature


The album is also featured on a major Spotify playlist, helping push the release into wider rotation across the modern metal and djent community.


https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2T0OKjdc9hod527d4S6TDZ />
Listen Now


Turn it up and run it loud:

https://ditto.fm/duke-at-the-prom

No gimmicks. No trend chasing. Just raw, melodic, high-energy instrumental metal done with intent and attitude.



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Contact: philojain@gmail.com


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BITTER SIGN WITH CDN RECORDS AND RELEASE NEW SINGLE “MALEVOLENT” WITH OFFICIAL VIDEO - @thebeast

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BITTER SIGN WITH CDN RECORDS AND RELEASE NEW SINGLE “MALEVOLENT” WITH OFFICIAL VIDEO

Montreal, Quebec – May 12, 2026 – Quebec slamming beatdown deathcore outfit Bitter are kicking the door wide open with the announcement of their official signing to CDN Records, paired with the release of their brand new single “Malevolent” and its official music video.

No buildup, no warning, just impact.

“Malevolent” shows exactly where Bitter is headed. Heavy, ugly in all the right ways, and built on that sharp, chaotic energy the band has been carving out since forming in late 2024. This release also sets the tone for their upcoming EP Slamosaurus Rex, due later this year.

Watch the official video here:



Pre-save / stream “Malevolent”:

https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/bitter12/malevolent


Listen and stream:
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1mCEFndDNheBRVjL7tOpyW /> Apple Music:
https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/bitter/1864987764 /> Bandcamp:
https://bitter-qc.bandcamp.com/music />
ABOUT THE BAND

Bitter is a slamming beatdown deathcore band formed in December 2024, bringing together members from Montreal, Lanaudière, and Gatineau, Quebec. The project was founded by father and son Yan Chatel and Kilian Langlois-Chatel, later expanding into a full lineup built on chemistry, trust, and shared aggression.

Current lineup:
Kilian Langlois-Chatel – Lead Vocals
Michael Lalancette – Guitar and electronics
Mathieu Parent – Guitar
Eric Cooper-Lefebvre – Drums
Yan Chatel – Bass and backing vocals

Their sound pulls influence from Xenotheory, Kanine, and The Acacia Strain, but filters it through a darker, more sarcastic edge. Bitter leans into violent imagery and exaggerated metaphor, delivered with intent and control rather than chaos for chaos’ sake.

PRODUCTION

“Malevolent” was produced, mixed, and mastered by Michael Lalancette, giving the track its tight, crushing punch while keeping every layer of brutality clear in the mix.

THE ROAD AHEAD

With Slamosaurus Rex on the way and CDN Records now in their corner, Bitter are lining up for a heavy push through 2026. More releases, more noise, and no signs of slowing down.

This is just the beginning.





CONNECT WITH BITTER

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/bitter.qc /> Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/bitter_band/ /> TikTok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@bitter_qc />

LABEL

Bitter are now officially part of the CDN Records roster:

https://cdnrecords.com/label-artists/bitter/ />
Contact: bitterqc@gmail.com


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GREG C. BROWN TO PERFORM AT TWO LONDON FESTIVALS IN SUPPORT OF INSTRUMENTAL METAL RELEASE “SOLAR WINDS” - @thebeast

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GREG C. BROWN TO PERFORM AT TWO LONDON FESTIVALS IN SUPPORT OF INSTRUMENTAL METAL RELEASE “SOLAR WINDS”

Virginia-based guitarist, composer, and instrumental metal artist Greg C. Brown continues the momentum behind his latest solo release, “Solar Winds,” with two upcoming festival performances in London at the end of the month. Fans worldwide will be able to experience the performances both in person and through livestream access, with ticket holders receiving 48-hour replay access for each event.

Brown has confirmed that each night will feature a completely different setlist, giving fans a unique experience across both performances.

Released August 29, 2025, “Solar Winds” showcases Greg C. Brown’s signature blend of melodic instrumental metal, technical precision, and expressive guitar-driven songwriting. Fans of John 5 , Joe Satriani , and Steve Vai will find plenty to sink their teeth into as Brown delivers soaring leads, dynamic arrangements, and a modern take on classic instrumental shred.

An accomplished performer and educator, Brown has released more than 25 recordings through his solo work, his band Age of Fire , and various collaborative projects. Over the years, he has performed throughout the United States, Canada, Japan, and Europe, including appearances at the legendary Carnegie Hall .

His career has also seen him share stages with major names in rock and metal including Lita Ford , Michael Sweet of Stryper , Burning Witches , The Cavalera Conspiracy , Kings of Thrash , and Fear Factory .

Beyond the stage, Brown has spent more than three decades teaching guitar professionally, including positions with Mary Baldwin University and other institutions. He currently serves as Head of the Guitar Department at Bridgewater College, Virginia .

Produced through Red Amp Studios in Richmond, Virginia, “Solar Winds” continues to expand Brown’s international reach, with his music receiving airplay and media coverage through outlets across the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Canada, and beyond.

Greg C. Brown is endorsed by Solar Guitars , Eastwood Guitars , In-Tune Guitar Picks , and Dirtbag Clothing .

For fans of high-energy instrumental metal, masterful guitar work, and live performances built for true musicianship, Greg C. Brown’s upcoming London appearances promise to deliver the goods loud and clear.

Release Title: Solar Winds
Release Date: August 29, 2025
Genre: Instrumental Metal
Label: Independent
Production: Red Amp Studios, Richmond, Virginia



Connect: 


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Contact: gregbrownguitar@gmail.com


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NOMADIC NARWHAL CHART DEEPER WATERS WITH NEW SINGLE “CALL OF THE CURRENT” OUT NOW - @thebeast

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NOMADIC NARWHAL CHART DEEPER WATERS WITH NEW SINGLE “CALL OF THE CURRENT” OUT NOW

Cinematic Metal visionaries Nomadic Narwhal return with their most personal and stripped-down release to date, “Call of the Current,” out now via Seaborne Records. Blending Progressive Metal, Symphonic Metal, and Cinematic Rock textures, the new single marks a shift from oceanic mythology into raw emotional current.

Built for fans of Deftones, Max Cavalera, and Devin Townsend, Nomadic Narwhal continues to carve out its own lane in heavy music, a space where atmosphere, weight, and storytelling collide.

Following early breakout singles “Arrival” and “Monolith” in 2022, and the critically praised four-part release Fathoms, the project quickly gained attention from outlets like Loudwire and Decibel, earning recognition for shaping what many began calling Cinematic Metal. But “Call of the Current” pulls things inward.

Nomadic Narwhal founder Jesse Beisner explains the shift in tone plainly.

“I wrote how I wanted to feel. Sometimes you just need to write to get through some things.”

Unlike earlier releases built around vast oceanic themes and conceptual scale, “Call of the Current” leans into something more immediate and human. It is self-produced, emotionally direct, and intentionally unpolished in spirit. Even the name came from fans, and the artwork was hand painted, reinforcing the DIY ethos behind the project.

Beisner adds, “The one with the feelings.”

This is Nomadic Narwhal at its most exposed, trading mythic scale for something closer to the surface, where emotion hits harder and lingers longer.

Release Details

Artist: Nomadic Narwhal
Title: Call of the Current
Release Date: Out Now
Genre: Cinematic Metal, Progressive Metal, Progressive Rock, Symphonic Metal
Label: Seaborne Records
Produced by: Jesse Beisner (Self-Produced)

For Fans Of

Deftones, Max Cavalera, Devin Townsend

About Nomadic Narwhal

Nomadic Narwhal is a symphonic and cinematic metal project inspired by the mystique and power of Earth’s oceans. Emerging in 2022 with “Arrival” and “Monolith,” the project quickly built a global following of music and ocean enthusiasts. Their early work and subsequent Fathoms release established them as a unique voice in modern heavy music, blending cinematic atmosphere with progressive heaviness and emotional depth.

Check them out on YouTube and subscribe: 





Connect:


https://linktr.ee/NomadicNarwhal />
Contact:

Jesse@nomadicnarwhal.net


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MATT ZANE DISCUSSES UNRELEASED WAYNE STATIC / TERA WRAY DOCUMENTARY IN NEW “WE WERE LOUD ONCE” INTERVIEW - @thebeast

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MATT ZANE DISCUSSES UNRELEASED WAYNE STATIC / TERA WRAY DOCUMENTARY IN NEW “WE WERE LOUD ONCE” INTERVIEW

Filmmaker and musician Matt Zane appears on the latest episode of We Were Loud Once for an emotional and revealing conversation surrounding his unreleased documentary project focused on Wayne Static and Tera Wray .

During the interview, Zane discusses his personal relationship with Wayne Static and Tera Wray, the inspiration behind the documentary, and the challenges that have prevented the project from receiving a traditional release.

The conversation explores Zane’s personal experiences surrounding the later years of Wayne and Tera’s lives, as well as the emotional and creative impact the unfinished documentary has had on him over the years.

Drawing from archival footage and firsthand experiences, Zane reflects on the controversy surrounding the project and explains why he continues to stand behind it despite public criticism and legal obstacles.

“This conversation gets deep, uncomfortable, emotional, and very real,” say the hosts of the show. “We were blown away by everything Matt shared.”

For fans of Static-X , Wayne Static, and Tera Wray, the interview offers an in-depth discussion about the unreleased documentary and the stories behind its creation.

The episode of We Were Loud Once featuring Matt Zane is available now.

Link: Watch the Interview


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Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands?? 05/11/26 - 05/15/26 - @thebeast

🔥 Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 🔥
And who will dominate next month as Band of the Month on Metal Devastation Radio?

Last month’s winners, ANTIPOPE , crushed the competition with a staggering  721,717 VOTES , claiming the title of Band of the Month on Metal Devastation Radio! You can check them out HERE !

This is the weekly championship edition of the Band Of The Month – Battle Of The Bands that we host every month on MDR!

How does it work?
Every Monday, we launch a new poll featuring bands that submit music each week on metaldevastationradio.com. Voting runs until Friday at 9PM EST .

Each Friday night , at the start of The Zach Moonshine Show , I’ll be spinning the Top Six weekly winners , and announcing the #1 band of the week live on air — getting thousands of listens on Mixcloud !

At the end of the month , all weekly votes are added up, and the band with the highest total votes becomes our Band of the Month !

Winning Band of the Month gets:

A featured post on our Facebook page, reaching thousands of fans

A front-page spotlight on metaldevastationradio.com , which pulls in hundreds of thousands of views every month

A free PR email blast from Metal Devastation PR, hitting 40,000+ contacts including labels, zines, stations, and more

Airplay every hour during general rotation

Tons of social media shares and exposure across our network

If you want the world to know who your band is, this is the easiest way to make it happen!

💥 Want in on the next battle?
Comment below with your band name and we’ll add you to next week’s poll — or email me at zach@metaldevastationradio.com with “Battle Submission” in the subject line.

Bands can compete as many times as they want , and if you enter multiple weeks in the same month, your votes combine toward the Band of the Month title!

👇 Click on the bands below to vote as many times as you like, or add your own! Poll closes Friday, May 15th at 9PM EST!








Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands?? 05/11/26 - 05/15/26


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BraveWords Records Opens the Gates for “KnuckleTracks Volume One” Submissions - @thebeast

BraveWords Records Opens the Gates for “KnuckleTracks Volume One” Submissions


TORONTO, CANADA (May 8, 2026) — BraveWords Records is officially calling it wide open. No velvet rope, no soft landing, just pure heavy metal impact.

The label is now accepting worldwide submissions for “KnuckleTracks Volume One” , a brand new compilation built around one simple mission: the hardest, heaviest, loudest, most unrelenting tracks in modern metal. If your band hits like a sledgehammer and leaves dents in the speakers, this is your shot.

A Legacy Reignited


For those who remember the golden days, “KnuckleTracks” was originally the legendary Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles CD sampler that shipped free with the magazine starting back in 1997. It became a launchpad for underground and rising bands, helping push real metal into the hands of real fans.

Now, nearly 30 years later, it is back in a new form.

“KnuckleTracks helped launch and propel bands to the next level,” says BraveWords Founder/CEO “Metal” Tim Henderson. “And here we are doing it again to a new wave of exciting bands that want to be heard around the world!”

No hype machine needed. Just volume, attitude, and songs that refuse to sit quietly in the background.

What They Want


This is not a background playlist situation. BraveWords Records is looking for tracks that belong in the pit, not on easy listening rotation. Big riffs, sharp edges, zero apologies.

If your music hits hard enough to shake loose paint, it might just belong on this release.

How to Submit


Bands can submit directly through the official BraveWords Records submission form. Make sure to clearly note that the submission is for KnuckleTracks Volume One .

Go to this link:

https://bravewordsrecords.com/bravewords-records-is-seeking-submissions-for-knuckletracks/ />
About BraveWords Records


BraveWords Records has built a roster rooted deep in classic and modern heavy music, working with artists such as Crimson Glory, Alcatrazz, Bangalore Choir, Paul Di’Anno’s Warhorse, ASKA, Jack Starr, and more, with future releases featuring Phil Soussan, Lillian Axe, and additional Alcatrazz material.

Backed by nearly a century of combined industry experience, the team is focused on global distribution, press, media coverage, streaming strategy, and long-term artist development. The goal is simple, get great metal heard everywhere it deserves to be.

For nearly three decades, BraveWords has kept its boots planted in the underground and its ears tuned to anything loud enough to matter. “KnuckleTracks Volume One” looks like the next chapter in that same loud, proud tradition.

Bottom line: if it doesn’t hit hard, it doesn’t belong here.


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