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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

The Human Tragedy Unleash New Single and Video “The Murder of Light Around Me” From the Album Upon Waves, The Inferno — Out Now - @thebeast

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The Human Tragedy Unleash New Single and Video “The Murder of Light Around Me”
From the Album Upon Waves, The Inferno — Out Now

Single/Video Release Date: Out Now
Album: Upon Waves, The Inferno
Genre: Orchestral Metal
For Fans Of: Dimmu Borgir, Fleshgod Apocalypse, Old Man’s Child
Location: Lexington, Kentucky

Lexington’s own symphonic metal heavyweights The Human Tragedy have dropped their brand new single and video “The Murder of Light Around Me,” a haunting and cinematic chapter pulled straight from their latest full length Upon Waves, The Inferno . The album is already out there leveling listeners, and this new single only drives the stake deeper into the dark emotional landscape the band has been carving out.

A Descent Into Emotional Turmoil
“The Murder of Light Around Me” digs into the internal collapse that comes from pain left to rot in silence. The track balances orchestra, blast beats, and suffocating atmosphere, laying out a story that hits harder than most want to admit. True to form, The Human Tragedy don’t glamorize the darkness. They stare it down and force the world to do the same.

In the band’s words:
“This song is about the moments when hope feels like it’s fading out of reach. We want people to know they aren’t alone in that fight. Staying connected, checking in on each other, being present… it matters more than people think.”

A Cinematic Strike From Upon Waves, The Inferno
Visually, the “The Murder of Light Around Me” video mirrors the sweeping scale the band built across the album. The orchestral arrangements, the savage riff work, and the emotional weight all collide into a single, focused blow. If the album is a journey through fire, this track is one of the places where the flames burn brightest.

Video Credits
Cinematography: Tim Taylor and Matt Napier
Drone Footage: Tim Taylor
Additional Editing: Logan Batista

The Human Tragedy Lineup
Frank Tallman – Guitar
Tim Hensley – Guitar
Johnny Martin – Bass / Vocals
Jonathan Barnett – Keys / Arrangements
Sam Brashear – Drums

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THE CONSEQUENTS UNLEASH “CONSECRATED” — DELUXE COVER ALBUM OUT NOW - @thebeast

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THE CONSEQUENTS UNLEASH “CONSECRATED” — DELUXE COVER ALBUM OUT NOW

Ottawa’s genre-bending heavy hitters The Consequents have officially dropped their long-awaited deluxe cover album “Consecrated” , released on October 31st, 2025 through Irrevocable Recs . Halloween may have come and gone, but this record isn’t tied to a holiday. It’s built to hit hard all year long.

Formed in 2016 , The Consequents have built a reputation for bending the rules and welding together mathrock intricacies, alternative-rock hooks, and metal aggression into a style that refuses to sit politely in any one lane. Fans of Slipknot , Moist , and Quarashi will feel right at home in the chaos.

The Consequents are:
Amir St. Laurent – Vocals
Auzi Stevens – Drums
Anthony Sato – Guitars
Andrew Botros – Sound Crew

“ Consecrated ” delivers 11 fiercely re-imagined tracks pulled from rock-alternative, metal, death metal, and hip-hop. Instead of cookie-cutter covers, the band injected their own grit and personality into every song, turning familiar tunes into something sharper, darker, and unmistakably theirs.

The band sums the release up like this:
“‘Consecrated’ hosts 11 new authentically covered songs ranging in Rock-Alternative, Metal, Death Metal, and Hip-Hop genres.”

Managed by Extreme Management Group, Inc.

The album is out now and streaming here:

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If you’re into heavy music with attitude and zero pretension, give “Consecrated” a spin. It’s a killer showcase of a band refusing to play it safe and doing it their own way like they always have.

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Infest, Last Retch, Oak Coffin, Unredeemer, Cruel Bomb, and Return to Darkness - Featured in Latest Issue of Legendary Metalegion Magazine - @thebeast

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Metal Devastation PR Clients Featured in Latest Issue of Legendary Metalegion Magazine

Metal Devastation PR is thrilled to announce that several of its clients are prominently featured in the latest issue of Metalegion Magazine , Portugal’s renowned metal publication. This edition highlights both established and underground metal acts, further cementing the magazine’s reputation for showcasing the best in extreme music.

Among the featured Metal Devastation PR clients are Infest, Last Retch, Oak Coffin, Unredeemer, Cruel Bomb, and Return to Darkness . The issue also boasts a cover feature on Paradise Lost , alongside extensive coverage of Desaster, Cadaver, Helheim, Vintersorg, Revocation, Mors Principium Est, Entrails , and underground gems such as Drawn and Quartered, Kingdom, Deathgoat, Recorruptor, Mortal Scepter, Incinerated, Penthos, Hexalter, Alkemia , and more.

“Having our clients featured in a publication of Metalegion’s caliber is a huge honor,” said Zach Moonshine of Metal Devastation PR. “It’s proof that the underground metal community continues to thrive, and we’re proud to help shine a spotlight on these incredible bands.”

The latest issue is available now, offering fans a deep dive into both veteran and emerging metal acts from around the world.

For press inquiries, interviews, or additional information, please contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com

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Killerwitch, Hexjakt, Selias, and Powerhouse - Shine in Norway’s Legendary Scream Magazine - @thebeast

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Metal Devastation PR Clients Shine in Norway’s Legendary Scream Magazine

Metal Devastation PR is thrilled to announce that four of its clients— Killerwitch, Hexjakt, Selias, and Powerhouse —have been featured in the latest issue of Norway’s iconic Scream Magazine , alongside Alter Bridge on the cover. The issue highlights new releases from the global metal scene, and our clients received notable recognition for their latest work.

Killerwitch – Palace of the Dragon
Scream Magazine praised the Maltese powerhouse for their blend of melody and raw metal energy. Vocalist Luke Debono was highlighted for delivering both power and emotion, while tracks like Leonidas , From the Grave , and the title track cement Killerwitch’s reputation as a band moving in the right direction.

Hexjakt – Blessing of the Damned
The debut full-length from Hexjakt impressed with its monumental, melodic doom sound. Reviewers noted the trio’s ability to craft a melancholic yet captivating atmosphere, showing that even a band only a year into its journey can make a major impact.

Selias – Killkarma
Selias’ industrial melodic death approach caught the attention of critics, with standout tracks Don’t Tread On Me and Six 6 Sicks noted for their drive and energy. While the album presented some repetitive elements, the review acknowledged the band’s compelling vision and genre-blending approach.

Powerhouse – American Rebel
The band’s American metal approach, blending US thrash with socially conscious lyrics, drew comparisons to classic acts like Anthrax and Ugly Kid Joe. While described as a “mini-LP,” the release still delivered engaging riffs and late-night metal vibes for dedicated fans.

“We couldn’t be prouder to see our artists featured in Scream Magazine, one of the most respected metal publications in Europe,” said Zach Moonshine , founder of Metal Devastation PR. “These reviews showcase the diversity, talent, and global reach of the bands we work with.”

For more information on Metal Devastation PR and our roster, contact: zach@metaldevastationradio.com

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CLASSY LONNIE SHOWS OFF HIS MASSIVE TENNESSEE METAL DEVASTATION MUSIC FEST MERCH HAUL AND DROPS A HEARTFELT REVIEW OF THIS YEAR’S CHAOS - @thebeast

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CLASSY LONNIE SHOWS OFF HIS MASSIVE TENNESSEE METAL DEVASTATION MUSIC FEST MERCH HAUL AND DROPS A HEARTFELT REVIEW OF THIS YEAR’S CHAOS

If you’ve spent any time in the underground metal world, you already know Classy Lonnie is one of the most genuine voices holding it down. The dude doesn’t fake excitement, doesn’t chase trends, and sure as hell doesn’t sugarcoat. So when he finally resurfaced after Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest with a full merch haul video and a mile-long grin, fans knew it was going to be something special.

Lonnie kicked off his review by admitting he took a much needed breather after the festival and Halloween. Fair enough. The man spent the entire fest pinned down at his tent handing out merch like it was doomsday rations. He came loaded with a couple grand worth of gear, and by the time the last riff faded into the Tennessee night, you maniacs had cleaned him out completely. Not a bad problem for anyone to have.

But what really hit home was the way he talked about the fest itself. For a guy who’s been open about not always feeling like he “belongs” anywhere, he laid it out plain: Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest is one of the few places where he truly feels like he’s part of the tribe. This community made him feel like a million bucks, and you could hear the gratitude all over his voice. Fans, bands, vendors, sponsors, the whole wild family of misfits, he threw love at all of them. And of course he dropped a shout to me and Raven, which meant more than he knows.

Once Lonnie wiped the emotion off his sleeve and got down to business, he busted out the good stuff: the merch haul. And let me tell you, this man walked out of that field with enough gear to stock a small record shop.

He ran through his VIP sponsor perks first, showing off the festival pass with all the bands listed, the green Metal Devastation mug to match last year’s purple one, the guitar picks, the physical ticket, and the festival shirt. He’s dead set on building himself a mug collection at this point, and honestly, same.

Then came the vendor and sponsor goods. We’re talking everything from Death Reigns documentary promo, to the Black Doomba Records tent where Tommy Stewart hooked him up with a Hallow’s Eve shirt and some heavy vinyl. Lonnie grabbed Black Moon Cult’s album, Tommy Stewart’s Direwolf’s latest EP, and even dropped some praise for Tommy’s legendary storytelling. If you know, you know.

He swung by Black Flame Entertainment for a Reaper Underground shirt, then snagged original artwork from Cody of Defiler of the Crown, along with the Defiler Magazine—complete with a classy metal ad that Lonnie proudly pointed out.

Then he dove into the bands that actually tore the stage apart this year.

Sun Mantra, East of Eden, Ninja Witch, Of Ruin, Septarian and more all had merch that caught his eye, and he made sure to cop something from each. He didn’t make that mistake twice after missing out on Sun Mantra last year. The man brought home shirts, hats, stickers, EPs, and a whole pile of metal memories.

What made the video hit different though wasn’t just the merch. It was the way Lonnie talked about every band, every vendor, every person he chatted with like they genuinely mattered. And that’s the magic of this fest. It’s not corporate. There’s no velvet rope. It’s just real people supporting real music because they love it, not because some algorithm told them to.

Classy Lonnie’s merch haul wasn’t just a flex. It was a love letter to the entire Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest experience. A reminder of why scenes like ours still matter, and why we keep doing this thing the old school way. Community. Music. Heart. Sweat. And a whole lot of killer merch.

If you haven’t watched his full review yet, do yourself a favor and check it out. And if you missed the fest this year, well, that’s what next year is for.

Because like Lonnie said, this place makes people feel like they belong.

And in a world that gets louder and weirder every year, that’s worth its weight in vinyl.

Check it out here:

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Monday, November 24, 2025

Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 11/24/25 - 11/28/25 - @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, Dragonborn , crushed the competition with a staggering 213,754 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, November 28th at 9PM EST ! 👇

Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 11/24/25 - 11/28/25

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Trunk, LiveKill, Al-Namrood, Cultic, Fierce Atmospheres, Obvurt, St. Unholyness, and Sugar Virus - Featured in Decibel Magazine Issue 255 - @thebeast