CHRIS MARAGOTH REVISITS HIS MUSICAL BEGINNINGS WITH CINEMATIC NEW SINGLE “THE ENTRANCE (RENASCENTIA)” - @thebeast

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CHRIS MARAGOTH REVISITS HIS MUSICAL BEGINNINGS WITH CINEMATIC NEW SINGLE “THE ENTRANCE (RENASCENTIA)”

German Solo Artist Unveils First Chapter From Upcoming Album Bonds of Grief on September 25


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Release Date: September 25, 2026
Genre: Cinematic Gothic / Symphonic Metal
For Fans Of: Apocalyptica, Dark Sanctuary, Nightwish
Location: Dessau, Germany

DESSAU, GERMANY — German solo artist Chris Maragoth is set to release The Entrance (Renascentia) on September 25, 2026, introducing the first chapter of his forthcoming album Bonds of Grief . Blending cinematic gothic and symphonic metal with baroque-inspired classical elements, the instrumental single revisits one of Maragoth’s earliest compositions and transforms it through a dramatically expanded musical vision.

Originally composed in 2019 as an instrumental piece, The Entrance (Renascentia) represents both a return to Maragoth’s musical roots and a reflection of how far his artistic approach has evolved. Rather than simply reproducing the original composition, the new version reinterprets its foundation through richer orchestration, heavier guitars, refined production and a broader dynamic range.

The track begins with the delicate interplay of harpsichord and string quartet , establishing an atmosphere steeped in classical elegance before gradually giving way to heavy guitars, sweeping orchestral arrangements and expressive live strings. Entirely instrumental, the composition allows its cinematic arrangement to carry the emotional narrative, creating a dark and immersive soundscape where gothic melancholy meets symphonic grandeur.

Adding an unmistakably human dimension to the production are returning collaborators Sanya Smileska of North Macedonia on viola and Polina Faustova of Ukraine on cello . Both musicians have previously contributed to Maragoth’s work, and their performances continue an international musical collaboration that brings warmth, depth and organic character to the orchestral arrangements.

The title itself, The Entrance (Renascentia) , reflects the song’s role within the larger project. It serves as the gateway into Bonds of Grief , an upcoming album centered around instrumental storytelling, cinematic atmosphere and emotionally driven compositions.




“Revisiting one of my earliest instrumental compositions from 2019, the new version transforms the original into a cinematic blend of gothic and symphonic metal enriched by baroque-inspired elements,” says Chris Maragoth. “It is the first single from my upcoming album Bonds of Grief .”




The single also reflects Maragoth’s deliberate commitment to traditional, human-driven artistry. The Entrance (Renascentia) was created entirely without generative AI. From composition and orchestration to recording, artwork and visual promotion, every creative decision was made by human artists, emphasizing craftsmanship, collaboration and authenticity.

Mixed and mastered by Joker Tone Studio in Minden, Germany , the new production gives the composition the clarity and scale necessary to bridge its classical foundation with the weight and atmosphere of modern gothic and symphonic metal.

With The Entrance (Renascentia) , Chris Maragoth opens the door to Bonds of Grief , offering listeners the first glimpse into a larger musical journey built on emotion, orchestration, collaboration and cinematic storytelling.

The Entrance (Renascentia) will be available September 25, 2026.



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BLACK HOLE ZION UNVEILS NEW EP 21ST CENTURY NERVOUS BREAKDOWN | OUT NOW - @thebeast

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BLACK HOLE ZION UNVEILS NEW EP 21ST CENTURY NERVOUS BREAKDOWN | OUT NOW

For Fans Of: Rob Zombie, 3TEETH, Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, Devin Townsend

Prepare for a sonic descent into a fractured reality as Black Hole Zion , the ever-evolving musical project created by Mark Benincosa , officially unleashes its latest EP, 21st Century Nervous Breakdown .

Now available worldwide, the new EP delivers a collision of crushing metal riffs, industrial electronics, cinematic atmosphere, and moments of unexpected melody. 21st Century Nervous Breakdown expands the immersive universe Black Hole Zion has been building through concept albums, soundtracks, meditation music, and heavy music, resulting in an experience that feels intensely personal, metaphysical, and eerily futuristic.

Driven by Mark's fascination with science fiction, psychology, metaphysics, altered states of consciousness, and the transformative power of surviving life's darkest moments, Black Hole Zion exists as more than just a band. It is an interconnected artistic world where every release contributes another chapter to a larger mythology.

With 21st Century Nervous Breakdown , Black Hole Zion delivers an ambitious collection of songs that seamlessly fuses heavy guitars with jagged industrial textures, pulsing electronics, and memorable hooks. The EP balances raw emotional weight with fictional storytelling, creating an experience that reflects the anxieties, isolation, and resilience of modern existence.

The EP is further brought to life through its visual component, including the music video for "The War" and the upcoming video for "I'm Carrying Poison," offering listeners an even deeper glimpse into the project's visually rich and psychologically charged universe.

Whether performing with a full band or crafting music as a solo visionary, Mark Benincosa and Black Hole Zion continue to blur the boundaries between heavy music, electronic experimentation, and cinematic storytelling, inviting listeners to lose themselves inside a world that feels unsettlingly familiar.

21st Century Nervous Breakdown is out now via self-release .

Production Credits


Produced by: Mark Benincosa

Recording & Mixing:




Mark Benincosa: All tracks except I'm Carrying Poison and I Don't Care if This Thing Crashes

Mark Poole: I'm Carrying Poison and I Don't Care if This Thing Crashes



Mastered by: Mark Benincosa

Co-Produced by: Mark Poole ( I'm Carrying Poison and I Don't Care if This Thing Crashes )

Release Date: August 3, 2026

Genre: Metal / Industrial Metal

FFO: Rob Zombie, 3TEETH, Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, Devin Townsend





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LOUDWIRE FEATURES MATT ZANE IN COVERAGE OF ONGOING STATIC-X LAWSUIT - @thebeast

LOUDWIRE FEATURES MATT ZANE IN COVERAGE OF ONGOING STATIC-X LAWSUIT


Metal Devastation PR client Matt Zane has been featured by Loudwire in recent coverage of the ongoing legal dispute surrounding his documentary about Wayne Static and Tera Wray.

The coverage comes as Zane continues to defend his position in a lawsuit involving Static-X. Zane has stated that the case seeks more than $1 million and centers in part on disputed ownership of footage he personally filmed while working with the band.

Zane has also maintained that he never signed a work-for-hire agreement transferring ownership of his footage and that his work involved two separate documentary projects, including his own film about Wayne Static and Tera Wray.

In a recent video update, Zane discussed the case, the footage at issue, and his plans to continue moving forward with the documentary.

Metal Devastation PR would like to thank Loudwire for covering the story and providing its readers with an opportunity to learn more about the ongoing case and Zane's position.

The lawsuit remains ongoing, and the allegations and legal positions of the parties have not been finally determined by the court.

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MATT ZANE PROVIDES UPDATE ON $1 MILLION+ STATIC-X LAWSUIT OVER WAYNE STATIC DOCUMENTARY - @thebeast

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MATT ZANE PROVIDES UPDATE ON $1 MILLION+ STATIC-X LAWSUIT OVER WAYNE STATIC DOCUMENTARY


Filmmaker says ongoing legal dispute centers on ownership of footage, an alleged two-film agreement, and his efforts to complete an unauthorized documentary about Wayne Static and Tera Wray


LOS ANGELES, CA — September 15, 2026 — Filmmaker Matt Zane has released a new video providing an update on the ongoing legal dispute between himself and Static-X concerning his planned documentary about the late Static-X frontman Wayne Static and his wife, Tera Wray.

According to Zane, the lawsuit seeks more than $1 million in damages and centers primarily on copyright claims involving footage he personally filmed during his work with Static-X.

Zane disputes the band's claims regarding ownership of that footage. He says he never signed a work-for-hire agreement or another contract transferring ownership of his footage to Static-X.

"I never signed a work for hire agreement or any other contract to relinquish my ownership of the footage," Zane says in his latest video update.

A central part of Zane's position is his claim that his work with Static-X involved two separate documentary projects. According to Zane, one project was intended to be a film involving Static-X, while the second was his own documentary focusing on Wayne Static and Tera Wray.

Zane says he repeatedly attempted to formalize the arrangement through a written agreement but that those efforts were postponed. He also says communications with Static-X management support his account that the second documentary project was known to members of the band's organization.

"The facts are the facts, and I can back them up," Zane states.

Zane also addresses the scope of the copyright dispute. He says his documentary has not yet been released and that the current dispute involves less than 15 minutes of footage that he has publicly posted online.

According to Zane, the completed documentary has not been made available to the opposing side, and he believes the litigation is also an effort to prevent him from completing and releasing the film.

While confident in his position, Zane acknowledges that the outcome of the case remains uncertain.

"I don't necessarily think that it's an open and shut case," he says. "But obviously I have to try because the facts are the facts and I can back them up."

The case is expected to proceed to a jury trial. Zane says he intends to continue defending his position and moving forward with the documentary.

"Full steam ahead," Zane says.

The lawsuit remains pending, and the allegations, defenses, and legal positions of the parties have not been finally determined by the court. The statements above regarding the dispute represent Zane's account and position in the litigation.

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ABOUT MATT ZANE


Matt Zane is a filmmaker, musician, photographer, and longtime figure in the industrial metal and alternative music scene. His current documentary project examines the life and legacy of Wayne Static and his relationship with Tera Wray.

MEDIA CONTACT


Metal Devastation PR
Zach Moonshine
zach@metaldevastationradio.com

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MYHRDING RETURN WITH NEW EP “ECHOES FROM THE PAST” SEPTEMBER 25 THROUGH DOWNFALL RECORDS - @thebeast

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MYHRDING RETURN WITH NEW EP “ECHOES FROM THE PAST” SEPTEMBER 25 THROUGH DOWNFALL RECORDS


Swedish black metal veterans draw from Nordic tradition, history, darkness and melancholy on their latest release


Swedish black metal veterans Myhrding will return on September 25, 2026, with their new EP, “Echoes from the Past,” through Downfall Records . Nearly two decades after forming in the deep, dark woods of Sweden, the band continues to forge a distinctly Nordic form of black metal rooted in Swedish history, folklore, anger, sorrow and melancholy.

Formed in 2006 , Myhrding have spent the past 20 years developing their own interpretation of the Nordic black metal tradition. Rather than simply looking toward the past, the band channels the atmosphere and spirit of Sweden's darker history into music that feels both ancient and fiercely alive.

“Echoes from the Past” features five tracks that explore themes of death, history, destruction, humanity and the inevitable darkness that surrounds it all. The EP opens with “The Genesis of Death” , followed by “Småland,” “Echoes from the Past,” “Ruins of Mankind,” and “Den Slutgiltliga Striden.”

The new release continues a discography that stretches back to the band's 2008 debut demo , followed by the 2011 Myhrding Mini-CD , 2012's “A Legacy Of Shadows,” 2014's “Nordens Mörkaste Kapitel,” and 2016's “1350.” With “Echoes from the Past,” Myhrding add another chapter to a catalog built on the raw, atmospheric spirit of Swedish black metal.

At its core, Myhrding's music is driven by a combination of anger, sadness, melancholy and folklore , creating a sound and atmosphere aimed squarely at listeners who appreciate black metal with deep roots in Nordic tradition.

“Echoes from the Past” Track Listing:


The Genesis of Death
Småland
Echoes from the Past
Ruins of Mankind
Den Slutgiltliga Striden

Myhrding:


T. Bergström – Drums, Vocals
J. Thelander – Bass
A. Green – Guitars
D. Jonasson – Guitars

Myhrding – “Echoes from the Past”
Release Date: September 25, 2026
Label: Downfall Records
Catalog Number: FALLCD065
Origin: Sweden
Style: Black Metal

For nearly 20 years, Myhrding have remained connected to the darker side of Sweden's musical and historical heritage. With “Echoes from the Past,” that tradition continues.



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Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 09/15/26 - 09/18/26 - @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, OKL'S FRUITLOOPS, crushed the competition with a staggering 5,083,542 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, September 18th at 9PM EST!








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CULAK UNVEILS ECLECTIC METAL ODYSSEY TWELVE GATES - @thebeast

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CULAK UNVEILS ECLECTIC METAL ODYSSEY TWELVE GATES





Experimental Metal Project Channels Suffering, Bliss, Wonder, Escape, and Gnosis Into a Twelve-Part Journey Within


There are albums that tell a story, and then there are albums that take the listener somewhere.

Culak enters the latter territory with Twelve Gates , an ambitious and eclectic metal album set for release December 12, 2026 , through independent imprint Song & Silence . Conceived as a journey through twelve trials within a single being, Twelve Gates explores an unpredictable landscape of darkness, revelation, suffering, bliss, perseverance, quietude, escape, and gnosis.

Rather than confining itself to a single stylistic lane, Culak embraces the uncertainty of the journey itself. The result is an album built around contrast, atmosphere, experimentation, and emotional catharsis, with each passage serving as another doorway into the larger narrative.

Originally established as an experimental project in January 2013 , Culak has evolved into a lifelong vessel for processing and expressing the extremes of human experience. Over the years, the project has developed a discography defined by its willingness to follow inspiration wherever it leads, leaving listeners with one question after each release: what comes next?

Twelve Gates continues that philosophy.

The album's twelve-trial concept follows a being moving inward, confronting the obstacles and experiences that exist within itself. Rather than presenting a straightforward linear narrative, Culak uses metal as the language through which those experiences can be explored and interpreted.




“Twelve Gates is an eclectic metal album that conveys a being's journey through twelve trials within itself.”




The album's accompanying narrative expands upon that concept and will be available as a bonus item with the album's Bandcamp pre-order , offering listeners another way to experience the world behind the music.

Entirely written, recorded, mixed, and mastered by Christian Culak , Twelve Gates represents a deeply personal and self-contained creative vision. The album's artwork comes courtesy of Xenoyr , adding another dimension to the atmosphere surrounding the release.

For listeners drawn to adventurous, progressive, experimental, and boundary-pushing metal, Culak's Twelve Gates offers an experience that refuses to reveal all of its secrets at once.

For Fans Of: So Hideous, Uneven Structure, and Mastodon

TWELVE GATES


Culak

Release Date: December 12, 2026
Release Type: Full-Length Album
Genre: Metal
Label: Song & Silence
Written, Recorded, Mixed & Mastered by: Christian Culak
Artwork by: Xenoyr

ABOUT CULAK


Originating as an experimental project in January 2013, Culak has blossomed into a lifelong vessel for catharsis. Through an ever-evolving approach to metal, the project channels an extensive range of experiences including suffering, bliss, wonder, escape, perseverance, quietude, and gnosis. The result is an unpredictable discography that continually challenges the listener to embrace the unknown and wonder what will come through the next gate.

Twelve Gates by Culak




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