CRYSTALLION HONOR METAL LEGENDS WITH NEW MANOWAR TRIBUTE SINGLE, CONFIRM NEW ALBUM IN THE WORKS - @thebeast

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CRYSTALLION HONOR METAL LEGENDS WITH NEW MANOWAR TRIBUTE SINGLE, CONFIRM NEW ALBUM IN THE WORKS

Bavarian heavy power metal outfit Crystallion return with a powerful new single, a tribute cover of a classic Manowar anthem, released in memory of legendary guitarist Ross the Boss . The track stands as both a salute to one of heavy metal’s most influential figures and a statement of respect to the roots that helped shape the genre itself.

The band delivers the cover with a heavier, more modern edge while staying true to the spirit and majesty of the original. It is raw, direct, and unapologetically metal, exactly what fans have come to expect from Crystallion’s renewed creative era.

The release marks an important moment in the band’s current chapter, as they continue to sharpen their identity following years of evolution, lineup changes, and a rebuilt creative direction. Rather than looking backward, Crystallion are using this moment to bridge their legacy sound with a more aggressive and focused modern approach.

Alongside the new single, Crystallion have confirmed that work is well underway on their upcoming sixth studio album. Recording sessions are scheduled for summer 2026 in Munich , with the record expected for release in Winter 2026/27 . The new material is being described as their most direct and forceful work to date, combining classic power metal foundations with a heavier, more urgent edge.

The upcoming album will mark a defining step forward for the band, expanding on the momentum of their recent creative resurgence while pushing deeper into a modernized sound without losing their identity.

Crystallion are not revisiting the past. They are reshaping it.

This new era is already in motion, and the message is clear. The fire is still burning, and it is only getting hotter.

For fans of: Manowar , Grave Digger , Riot , HammerFall , Helloween , Blind Guardian

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CRYSTALLION RETURN TO THE ROAD WITH EUROPEAN TOUR, FESTIVAL RUN, NEW ALBUM ON THE HORIZON, AND TRIBUTE COVER RELEASE HONORING ROSS THE BOSS - @thebeast

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CRYSTALLION RETURN TO THE ROAD WITH EUROPEAN TOUR, FESTIVAL RUN, NEW ALBUM ON THE HORIZON, AND TRIBUTE COVER RELEASE HONORING ROSS THE BOSS

Bavarian heavy power metal outfit Crystallion are back in full force in 2026 , launching a major European tour that marks one of the most active and defining chapters in the band’s long history.

Following years of evolution, lineup changes, and a sharpened modern sound, Crystallion have re-emerged with renewed energy and a heavier, more aggressive edge than ever before. The current lineup delivers a tighter, harder hitting version of the band’s classic identity, stripping things down to a more direct and powerful metal assault.

What started with a steady rebuild across Germany, Poland, Austria, Czech Republic, and Switzerland has now grown into a full European campaign. In 2024, the band shared stages with acts such as Riot , Stormwarrior , Wings of Steel , Savage Master , and Crystal Viper , followed by a co-headlining run in 2025 with Serbian epic metal force Claymorean . Now in 2026, Crystallion take the next step with a tour spanning more than 10 countries, including high profile support appearances with Grave Digger and 5th Angel .

From club shows to festivals and cross border metal nights, the band is making one thing clear. This is not a reunion story, this is a full scale return.

Even without a new studio album released yet, Crystallion’s momentum is undeniable. Recording sessions are already scheduled for summer 2026 in Munich , with a new album planned for a Winter 2026/27 release . The record will mark the next major chapter in their discography and further define their modern sound direction.

Adding to the momentum, Crystallion have just released a powerful tribute cover of a classic Manowar anthem, dedicated in memory of legendary guitarist Ross the Boss . The release stands as both a salute to his influence and a nod to the roots that shaped generations of heavy metal. It is raw, respectful, and delivered with full force.

To close out the year, Crystallion will celebrate a major milestone on December 4th, 2026 with a special 20th anniversary performance of their debut album A Dark Enchanted Crystal Night . The unique show will take place in Bavaria and will feature the album performed in full.

Fans can also expect a return to large scale international touring in 2027 , alongside the release cycle for the upcoming sixth studio album.

Crystallion are no longer quietly rebuilding. They are stepping forward with intent, volume, and firepower.

This is the next era of the band.

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TOUR AND RELEASE OUTLOOK


2026 European Tour across more than 10 countries
Support appearances with Grave Digger, Riot, and 5th Angel
Festival and headline dates across Central and Eastern Europe
Recording sessions in Munich set for Summer 2026
New studio album planned for Winter 2026/27 release
20th anniversary full album performance December 4th 2026 (Bavaria)
Full album release tour beginning March 2027



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Crystallion are not slowing down. They are tightening the bolts, turning up the gain, and heading straight into their strongest chapter yet.


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RIFTPATROL LAUNCHES CINEMATIC UNIVERSE WITH NEW SINGLE “PARASITE” FEAT. YUUKO SINGS, DJ NEON NIGHTS & AMANDA POWER - @thebeast

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RIFTPATROL LAUNCHES CINEMATIC UNIVERSE WITH NEW SINGLE “PARASITE” FEAT. YUUKO SINGS, DJ NEON NIGHTS & AMANDA POWER


Riftpatrol, the boundary-pushing project formed in 2025, is stepping fully into its own lane with the release of their new single “Parasite,” out now on all major platforms.

Built as more than just a music project, Riftpatrol fuses modern heavy music with cinematic storytelling and a growing visual universe. The sound pulls from metalcore, alternative rock, goth, and J-rock, shifting between crushing heaviness and eerie atmosphere without ever settling into one box. It hits hard, then pulls you into something stranger right after.

At the center of Riftpatrol’s world is The Captain, a detective navigating fractured realities, chasing truth across timelines and broken dimensions. Every release adds another chapter to the story, expanding through manga and webtoon-inspired visuals where characters evolve alongside the music itself.

“Parasite” is the latest entry in that unfolding narrative, and it does not hold back. The track explores isolation, emotional weight, and the slow collapse that comes when you feel disconnected from everything around you. It is heavy in both sound and meaning, built to pull the listener directly into that headspace.

The single features Yuuko Sings, DJ Neon Nights, and Amanda Power, bringing together a global mix of voices and styles. The result is a cinematic metalcore and J-rock fusion layered with multilingual vocals, eerie melodies, and massive drops that swing between beauty and chaos.

Riftpatrol continues to build through collaboration, bringing together artists from different countries, languages, and creative backgrounds. The goal is not to fit into a scene, but to build a universe of its own.

“Parasite” is out now.

Stream it here:

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About Riftpatrol


Riftpatrol is a 2025-born multimedia music project blending heavy genres with cinematic storytelling, visual narrative, and cross-cultural collaboration.





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Bjarte K. Helland Announces New EP Scorched — Out May 2, 2026 via F.T.A.T.P - @thebeast

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Bjarte K. Helland Announces New EP Scorched — Out May 2, 2026 via F.T.A.T.P


Bergen, Norway — Norwegian drummer and composer Bjarte K. Helland is set to release his new progressive metal EP Scorched on May 2, 2026 , delivering a rhythm-driven, cinematic take on modern instrumental metal that pushes the drum kit right to the front where it belongs.

Built from a composer’s mindset and a drummer’s instincts, Helland’s solo project flips the traditional progressive script. Instead of guitars leading the charge, Scorched is shaped from the kit outward, creating a heavy, dynamic, and atmospheric sound world where rhythm dictates structure, tension, and release.

Fans of technical and fusion-driven progressive metal will feel right at home alongside the energy of Liquid Tension Experiment, the futuristic precision of Planet X, and the modern complexity of Animals as Leaders.

Helland, known for his work with FastLoaders, Pitch Black Mentality, and Quadrasonic, brings a wide musical background into this release, blending progressive metal, fusion, and experimental instrumental styles into something both aggressive and cinematic.

A heavier evolution


The upcoming EP features collaborations with internationally respected musicians including Billy Sheehan, Jarle H. Olsen, James Pulli, Yas Nomura, and Tore Christer Storlid , adding extra weight and depth to an already ambitious project.

Helland explains the direction behind the release:




“ Scorched is my second solo EP and the first time I recorded and mixed the drums in my own studio, which gave me a much closer connection to the sound and the direction of the release. Compared to my previous EP, this one moves further toward the heavier side of progressive metal, while still keeping the melodic and cinematic elements that are important to me as a composer. The title captures both the erosion of the rule-based world we once relied on globally, and the reality that growth often comes through challenging and transformative experiences. Each track explores a different aspect of that tension, from the fierceness of Lupus Ferox to the more eclectic atmosphere of Embers Eternal .”




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Production credits


Composer: Bjarte K. Helland

Arrangement: Jarle H. Olsen, Bjarte K. Helland

Mixing: Jarle H. Olsen, Bjarte K. Helland

Production: Jarle H. Olsen, Bjarte K. Helland, LANDR

Drums: Bjarte K. Helland

Guitars: Jarle H. Olsen

Bass: Billy Sheehan, Yas Nomura, Tore Christer Storlid, James Amelio Pulli

Label


F.T.A.T.P

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Scorched lands May 2, 2026. No filler, no fluff, just pure progressive fire carved from rhythm and controlled chaos.



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Facebook:
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https://bjartekhelland.bandcamp.com/album/scorched /> Spotify:
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bjartekhelland@gmail.com


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MARTYRED ANNOUNCE NEW EP “EMPIRICAL TORMENT” AND FIRST SINGLE “WHERE THE BODIES LIE” - @thebeast

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MARTYRED ANNOUNCE NEW EP “EMPIRICAL TORMENT” AND FIRST SINGLE “WHERE THE BODIES LIE”

Austin, Texas – Independent death metal force Martyred return with full impact, unleashing their new single “Where the Bodies Lie,” out now across all major streaming platforms. The track serves as the first brutal preview of their upcoming EP “Empirical Torment,” set for release on May 8th, 2026.

Formed in 2003 by guitarist Mike DeBord, Martyred carved their place in the underground with razor-sharp riffing, blackened thrash undertones, chaotic time signatures, and pit-ready groove violence. After a hiatus in 2010, the band reformed in 2017 and has been steadily rebuilding momentum ever since. The current lineup features Oscar Martinez (vocals), Mike DeBord (guitars), Ankur Patel (guitars), Stephen Fernandez (bass), and Rene Martinez (drums), with DeBord remaining the creative engine from day one.

Lyrically, Martyred confronts harsh reality head-on, tackling war, psychological trauma, and the darker corners of human experience with unfiltered intensity. No metaphors for comfort. No soft landings. Just truth delivered at volume.

Sonically, the band operates in the same extreme sphere as Cannibal Corpse, Morbid Angel, Suffocation, and Immolation, while still carving out a distinct identity through complex structure and crushing forward momentum.

The upcoming EP “Empirical Torment” pushes Martyred deeper into their most dynamic and punishing material to date. The release also features a special guest appearance from Ricky Myers, whose vocal contribution adds another layer of veteran brutality to the record.

“This follow-up independent EP, Empirical Torment , takes Martyred’s sound on a blistering sonic journey full of twists, turns, and grooves,” says guitarist Mike DeBord. “Longtime friend and supporter of the band, Ricky Myers stepped up and delivered on vocals. He absolutely brought a level of intensity that elevated the whole record.”

Empirical Torment was mixed and mastered by Juan Urteaga at Trident Studios, ensuring a dense, aggressive sound that captures every blast beat, fractured riff, and ounce of controlled chaos the band is known for.

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Release Schedule:
“Where the Bodies Lie” – Out Now
“Empirical Torment” – May 8th, 2026 (EP)

Label: Independent
Mixing & Mastering: Juan Urteaga (Trident Studios)

Booking & Press:
Mike DeBord – martyredofficial@gmail.com
Andrea – Andrea@dna-entertainment.com

Linktree & Socials:
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CYANIDE, ILLUMINA AD, SONUS, ARANDA, ARCHFIEND, VOIDMONGER, MY DARK FATE, AND DETERIOROT FEATURED IN METAL DEVASTATION PR ADVERTISEMENT IN DECIBEL MAGAZINE ISSUE #260 - @thebeast

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CYANIDE, ILLUMINA AD, SONUS, ARANDA, ARCHFIEND, VOIDMONGER, MY DARK FATE, AND DETERIOROT FEATURED IN METAL DEVASTATION PR ADVERTISEMENT IN DECIBEL MAGAZINE ISSUE #260

Metal Devastation PR returns to print in a big way with a featured advertisement in Decibel Magazine Issue #260, showcasing a stacked roster of underground heavy weights and continuing its mission to push extreme metal into the hands of the faithful.

This month’s campaign highlights a crushing lineup of client artists including Cyanide , Illunina AD , Sonus , Aranda , Archfiend , Voidmonger , My Dark Fate , and Deteriorot . Each act represents a different edge of the underground spectrum, from raw aggression to atmospheric heaviness, unified under one banner of uncompromising sound.

Issue #260 arrives loaded with major features and exclusive content, including Khemmis on the cover and a limited edition Hellripper flexi disc. Readers will also find coverage of At the Gates, Nervosa, Frozen Soul, Elder, Hell’s Heroes VIII, and a Decibel Hall of Fame feature on Suffocation’s iconic Pierced From Within. Additional coverage includes Ghoul, Filth Is Eternal, Funebrarum, Hecate Enthroned, Yoth Iria, Poison Ruin, and more.

Metal Devastation PR continues to bridge the gap between underground bands and global metal media, keeping physical press alive in a digital-heavy world where real discovery still matters.

This issue is available now, but expected to move fast. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.

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THE HAUNTED NORTH ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE AND LYRIC VIDEO “SAVAGE GHOST” FEATURING MEMBERS OF BLACK LABEL SOCIETY - @thebeast

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THE HAUNTED NORTH ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE AND LYRIC VIDEO “SAVAGE GHOST” FEATURING MEMBERS OF BLACK LABEL SOCIETY


Out May 1 via White Choker Publishing LLC (ASCAP/SOCAN)

The Haunted North announce their new single and official lyric video “Savage Ghost,” arriving May 1 , featuring contributions from two standout names in modern hard rock and metal: John "JD" DeServio and Jeff Fabb of Black Label Society .

The release pairs the band’s heavy, groove-driven sound with a full visual push, bringing “Savage Ghost” to life with a lyric video built to match its intensity, atmosphere, and raw edge.

Musically, the track leans into crushing riffs, haunting melodic hooks, and a cinematic weight that reflects the band’s growing identity in modern hard rock and alt-metal. The presence of DeServio and Fabb adds serious pedigree and muscle to an already aggressive foundation.

Formed by vocalist and producer Randy V alongside Canadian guitarist Sean Francis , The Haunted North first broke through with their 2018 debut Monster , which also featured early collaboration with both DeServio and Fabb . The current lineup, with Mike Delta on drums, delivers a locked-in, road-tested backbone, while Fabb continues to appear on select studio recordings.

With prior releases including “21 Grams,” “Medusa,” “Black Flag Flying,” and 2025’s “The Beast,” the band continues to build momentum toward a larger statement. “Savage Ghost” marks a defining step forward, combining underground grit, classic rock swagger, and modern metal precision.

For Fans Of:


Black Label Society, Alice In Chains, Godsmack, Alter Bridge

Check out the video premiere:





Production Credits:


Lyrics & Vocals: Randy V
Music & Guitars: Sean Frances
Bass Guitar: John “JD” DeServio
Drums: Jeff Fabb
Produced by: Randy V
Executive Producer: Armi Jarvis
Mixing Engineer: Jerry Sutton
Recording Engineer: Drake Tucker
Master Engineer: Justin Shturtz

Label:


Independent release via White Choker Publishing LLC (ASCAP/SOCAN)

Management:


Armi “AJ” Jarvis
Armi of One Media (Independent)

Contact:


AJ - armiofonemedia@gmail.com
thehauntednorth@pm.me


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