Screamer Magazine Features Awaiting Abigail as Texas’ Next Major Hard Rock Breakout - @thebeast

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Screamer Magazine Features Awaiting Abigail as Texas’ Next Major Hard Rock Breakout

Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX – March 11, 2026 – Texas hard rock rising stars Awaiting Abigail are making waves nationwide, earning top media attention with their debut EP, Bad Mind . Featured on the high-traffic Screamer Magazine website, the six-piece band is being recognized for their powerful riffs, soaring vocals, and unapologetic attitude—proving they’re more than just another local act.

Formed in 2024, Awaiting Abigail has quickly attracted national press praise:

“Kicks in like a wrecking ball wrapped in velvet… demands to be heard, felt, and turned up way past eleven.” — Illustrate Magazine

“Arguably the most exciting metal newcomers to emerge in a long time.” — SONGSCOPE

“Every single song would be worthy of being played on Rock radio stations.” — Metalheads Forever Magazine

Their debut EP Bad Mind delivers a blend of classic-metal-inspired riffs and radio-ready vocals across four tracks, including I Hate You , Falling Under , and the title track Bad Mind . The band’s dynamic sound and stage presence have also earned them features in Power Play Magazine , Decibel Magazine , and a landmark live performance at Whisky A Go Go alongside L.A. Guns.

Awaiting Abigail’s music is rooted in resilience, tackling themes of empowerment, personal struggle, and the fight to rise above adversity. With growing national and international radio play, strong press traction, and a rapidly expanding fanbase, the band is positioned for a major breakout.

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About Awaiting Abigail
Formed in Texas in 2024, Awaiting Abigail combines heavy, chugging instrumentation with melodic, emotionally charged vocals. Drawing comparisons to Halestorm , The Pretty Reckless , Evanescence , and In This Moment , the band has quickly established a distinct identity in modern hard rock. With national media praise, growing radio traction, and standout live performances, Awaiting Abigail is shaping up to be one of the next breakout names in hard rock.

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UNMERCIFUL Announces Maryland Deathfest Debut with James “Freight Train” Lee & Full “INFERNALLY CONQUERING TOUR 2026” - @thebeast

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UNMERCIFUL Announces Maryland Deathfest Debut with James “Freight Train” Lee & Full “INFERNALLY CONQUERING TOUR 2026”

Kansas death metal titans UNMERCIFUL are ready to scorch stages across the Midwest and East Coast this May, culminating in their first-ever performance at Maryland Deathfest 2026 . Fans are in for a monstrous treat, as James “Freight Train” Lee—legendary for his work with Origin on III , Echoes of Decimation , and Antithesis —will command the vocals for a jaw-dropping set of UNMERCIFUL’s unrelenting death metal assault.

The band had this to say:




“Our first ever performance at Maryland Death Fest is just 3 months away. With that, we want to announce a very special guest that will be performing on vocals. This man is none other than the almighty James ‘Freight Train’ Lee!!! Hearing him performing our material will be something NOT to miss!!

Also, Trynt is still dealing with some health issues, so Andy Vincent will be handling the relentless drum duties. We are in the process of booking some shows around this time (May 20th–May 28th). More information on show dates and venues coming soon.

We look forward to delivering an unforgettably crushing set! We will see you all soon.”




Following the cancellation of their previous tour with Vitriol and Weeping , UNMERCIFUL returns stronger than ever. Their latest album, Devouring Darkness (Willowtip Records), has been hailed as a brutal triumph:

“ Devouring Darkness is an unceasing beatdown of a death metal album where technicality takes a backseat to brutality.” – Angry Metal Guy

“Malicious guidance does well to hold their focus tight on bludgeoning brutal death metal here, an ideal ratio of unreal skill and severe impact.” – Mystification Zine

“Unmerciful are among us to blast our ears with Brutal Death Metal at its finest.” – The Headbanging Moose

“A swirl of riffs will wrap themselves around you like a coiled snake, and the drums will cave your head in.” – Dead Rhetoric

With longtime guitarist Jeremy Turner returning and Josh Riley debuting on vocals, UNMERCIFUL continues to define the cutting edge of American death metal. The record was engineered and produced by Clinton Appelhanz at Waveworks Studio, mastered by Alan Douches ( Cannibal Corpse, Hate Eternal ), with artwork by Santiago Francisco Jaramillo.



UNMERCIFUL 2026: INFERNALLY CONQUERING TOUR

Prepare for full-throttle death metal devastation from May 20th–28th, as UNMERCIFUL hits the following cities:

5/20 – Chicago, IL @ Cobra Lounge

5/21 – Detroit, MI @ The Sanctuary

5/22 – TBA

5/23 – Clifton, NJ @ Dingbatz

5/24 – Baltimore, MD (Maryland Deathfest 1st performance)

5/25 – Harrisburg, PA @ Capital Music Hall

5/26 – Columbus, OH @ Ace of Cups

5/27 – Indianapolis, IN @ State Street

5/28 – Kansas City, MO @ The Warehouse

2026 Live Lineup:

Jeremy Turner – guitar / vocals

Clint Appelhanz – guitar / vocals

James “Freight Train” Lee – vocals

Andy Vincent – drums

Steve Giddens – bass

Fans can expect a blistering mix of technical ferocity and unrelenting brutality that will leave stages in ruin. Devouring Darkness is available now wherever extreme metal is consumed. For more information, tickets, and updates, visit
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False Messiah Unleashes “Iron Sky” – First Single from Upcoming Album Seven (Out June 19) - @thebeast

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False Messiah Unleashes “Iron Sky” – First Single from Upcoming Album Seven (Out June 19)

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Prepare for impact. False Messiah, the visionary force in cinematic symphonic dark metal, announces the release of Iron Sky , the first single from their highly anticipated album Seven , dropping June 19 via Semetery Records.

Iron Sky is more than a track—it’s a declaration. Rooted in the raw energy of death and thrash metal while embracing modern sonic sophistication, the song constructs a dystopian universe where technology rises as the ultimate false messiah. As mass surveillance, automation, and algorithmic governance shape society, Iron Sky confronts humanity with a stark choice: submission or conscious resistance.

Musically, False Messiah constructs a massive soundscape, fusing dark orchestral arrangements, piercing modern guitars, electronic textures, and ritualistic atmospheres. The result is a seamless bridge between symphonic grandeur and extreme metal intensity, creating a narrative-driven, almost conceptual experience that invites listeners into a fully realized dystopian mythology.

At the heart of Seven , of which Iron Sky is the opening fracture, False Messiah rejects the notion of providential salvation. The message is clear: question systems, refuse false saviors, and embrace lucid survival in an age where apocalypse is manufactured and resilience is revolutionary.

Fans of Nightwish, Within Temptation, Epica, Amaranthe, Lord of the Lost, and In This Moment will find themselves drawn into this expansive, cinematic metal journey.

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Genres: Cinematic Symphonic Dark Metal

Label: Semetery Records

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Synthre Unleash Assyrian-Themed Black Metal Concept EP Thus Burns the House of the Sun – Out April 28, 2026 - @thebeast

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Synthre Unleash Assyrian-Themed Black Metal Concept EP Thus Burns the House of the Sun – Out April 28, 2026

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Emerging from Lohja, Finland, black metal project Synthre is set to release its new concept EP Thus Burns the House of the Sun on April 28, 2026. Blending ferocious black metal with haunting Middle Eastern influences, the release continues the band’s ambitious historical narrative exploring the rise, fall, and transformation of ancient Assyrian civilization.

Founded in 2024 by Mircea Purdea (Exhalus), Synthre was created as a vehicle for exploring Assyrian themes through a distinctive and unconventional take on black metal. The project first surfaced in 2025 with the debut EP Heterodoxa , laying the groundwork for a broader conceptual saga. Each Synthre release functions as a chapter in an evolving storyline tracing the dissolution of Assyrian culture and its transformation into Syriac Christianity.

With Thus Burns the House of the Sun , Synthre pushes that narrative further into historical and mythological territory. The EP centers on the fall of Hatra in 241 CE, weaving together documented history and imaginative storytelling.

“ Thus Burns the House of the Sun is a concept release revolving around the fall of Hatra in 241 CE. It blends historical facts with fiction in a story recounted from two perspectives, one Assyrian from the city of Assur, and one from the perspective of al-Nadirah, the Hatrene princess. Unlike in the later legends, though, the fall of Hatra is here framed by a context of religious rebellion, and how life-impacting events such as a volcanic eruption and an enemy siege are reflected against belief in personified gods.”

Musically, Synthre channels the intensity of black metal while incorporating tonal and rhythmic elements inspired by ancient Near Eastern traditions. The result is a sound that feels both ancient and relentless, echoing the epic scale of the historical events the EP portrays. Fans of Melechesh, Sumerian Tombs, and Nile will find plenty to sink their teeth into as the band fusing history, mythology, and extreme metal into a cinematic listening experience.

Thus Burns the House of the Sun will be self-released and available across major streaming platforms as well as Bandcamp.
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Visions of Terror Unleash Debut EP The Dark Triad and Music Video for “Phoenix Rising” – Out March 31, 2026 - @thebeast

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Visions of Terror Unleash Debut EP The Dark Triad and Music Video for “Phoenix Rising” – Out March 31, 2026

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Rising from the frozen northern Midwest, modern metal force Visions of Terror are set to make their official mark with the release of their debut EP The Dark Triad , arriving March 31, 2026 via Arson Theory . The release will be accompanied by a blistering new music video for the single “Phoenix Rising.”

Forged in a region where brutal winters and unforgiving terrain shape the character of those who endure them, Visions of Terror channel that same resilience and intensity into their sound. Blending the razor sharp precision of melodic death metal with the crushing weight of modern metal, the band delivers a relentless sonic assault that fans of Revocation, Sylosis, and At The Gates will immediately appreciate.

What sets Visions of Terror apart from the pack is their dynamic dual lead vocal attack , creating a powerful contrast between aggression and melody. This layered vocal approach adds depth and intensity to the band’s already explosive musical foundation.

Behind the kit, Spencer “Grizzly” Cole drives the band forward with thunderous drumming that hits with the force of an avalanche. Bassist and vocalist Josh Ballard locks in with a heavy handed groove while delivering versatile vocal power that reinforces the band’s commanding rhythm section. Veteran guitarist and vocalist Nicholas James brings relentless riffing and memorable lead work that cuts straight to the bone, while guitarist Abraham Joseph injects modern aggression and inventive melodies that complete the quartet’s hard hitting sound.

The result is a band that balances technical precision with raw energy, delivering songs that hit hard while still pulling listeners into deeper lyrical themes.

With tracks like “Phoenix Rising” and “Un-Heavenly,” The Dark Triad dives into themes that challenge the stagnation of modern society while pushing listeners toward resilience and personal determination. Each track offers layers of intensity that reveal more with every listen.

The accompanying music video for “Phoenix Rising,” produced by JT Ibanez , captures the band’s explosive energy and visual identity while giving fans their first cinematic glimpse into the world of Visions of Terror.

The EP was mixed and mastered by Matt Schmidt , delivering a polished yet aggressive production that fully captures the band’s powerful sound.

“We've dedicated ourselves to crafting exceptional songs and are eager to share them,” says the band. “As individual artists, we're committed to producing outstanding music, and together, we're a dynamic and formidable collective. I think that really shows in our first release.”

With their debut EP set to drop this spring, Visions of Terror are already preparing to bring their crushing live performance to stages across the region, with shows and touring plans expected to follow the release.

The Dark Triad arrives March 31, 2026 .




Band: Visions of Terror
Release: The Dark Triad (Debut EP)
Release Date: March 31, 2026
Genre: Modern Metal
Label: Arson Theory

Music Video Production: JT Ibanez
Mixing & Mastering: Matt Schmidt
Management: Mark Kloeppel (EMG)

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KERRANG! Features DISTANT’s New Single “Spirit” Featuring Tyler Beam of The Last Ten Seconds Of Life – Out Now - @thebeast

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KERRANG! Features DISTANT’s New Single “Spirit” Featuring Tyler Beam of The Last Ten Seconds Of Life – Out Now

Release Date: March 4, 2026
Genre: Deathcore
Label: Century Media Records

Rotterdam/Bratislava deathcore titans DISTANT return with their most personal and unrelenting single yet, Spirit , featuring Tyler Beam of The Last Ten Seconds Of Life . Out now via Century Media Records , the track channels raw human emotion, inspired by the real-life stabbing of a family member at a clinic named Spirit.

"Spirit is one of Distant’s most personal releases to date," the band explains. "It channels grief, shock, and the surge of rage and revenge that follows trauma. It’s raw emotion turned into relentless sound—not to glorify violence, but to confront it."

Formed in 2014 by bassist Elmer Maurits and guitarist Nouri Yetgin , DISTANT quickly made waves with their debut EP Tsukuyomi (2017) and first full-length Tyrannotophia (2019, Unique Leader Records). Their sound evolved with Aeons of Oblivion (2021) and, under a three-album deal with Century Media Records, Heritage (2023), showcasing a faster, more technical, and fully produced deathcore experience.

DISTANT’s music is storytelling at its heaviest. Their expansive fictional universe—including narratives like The Rise of Tyrannotophia —gives each track depth beyond the pit. Live, they are a powerhouse, selling out venues across Europe and the U.S., delivering energy and precision that cements their global deathcore reputation.

Production Credits: Mixed by Nouri Yetgin ; Mastered by Nouri Yetgin and Roelof Klop

For fans of: Spite, Lorna Shore, Slaughter To Prevail

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Recent Media Highlights:

Featured in Kerrang! Magazine’s Best New Music chart

“Nothing Left To Hate” named one of Revolver Magazine’s Best New Songs

Recognized by Metal Hammer & Louder as a must-hear metal track

North American tour announced with In Flames , Thrown , and Tracheotomy – covered by Metal Injection , The PRP , MetalSucks , Lambgoat , Blabbermouth , Metal Insider , & The Moshpit Network

With Spirit , DISTANT transform trauma into a relentless sonic assault, confronting life’s chaos head-on and proving why they remain at the forefront of international deathcore.



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MetalSucks, Metal Injection, Lambgoat, Metal Addicts, The PRP, Blunt Magazine, The Mosh Network, Rock Documented And More Cover Metal Devastation PR Client Matt Zane - @thebeast

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MetalSucks, Metal Injection, Lambgoat, Metal Addicts, The PRP, Blunt Magazine, The Mosh Network, Rock Documented And More Cover Metal Devastation PR Client Matt Zane

The metal media world has been buzzing following the recent appearance of the previously unheard Wayne Static track “Infiltrator,” released by Metal Devastation PR client Matt Zane.

The story quickly spread across the global metal press, with coverage from major outlets including MetalSucks, Metal Addicts, Metal Injection, The Mosh Network, Lambgoat, Blunt Magazine, The PRP, Rock Documented , and many additional media platforms throughout the heavy music community.

Metal Devastation PR would like to extend sincere thanks to the journalists, editors, and publications who took the time to cover the story and help bring it to the attention of metal fans around the world. Continued support from the press plays a vital role in keeping heavy music visible and thriving.

The track “Infiltrator” surfaced as part of Matt Zane’s work connected to a documentary project centered on the late Static-X frontman Wayne Static and his wife Tera Wray. The appearance of the song has sparked renewed interest among fans and media, highlighting Wayne Static’s lasting impact on the metal scene.

Metal Devastation PR remains committed to helping artists connect with the worldwide metal audience through media outreach, promotion, interviews, and strategic campaigns.

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Zane has also made the unfinished Wayne Static track available for fans to hear as discussion continues surrounding its future.

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