LORD GRYPHUS ANNOUNCE DEBUT ALBUM “SUMMONING THE KING OF DEATH” - @thebeast

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LORD GRYPHUS ANNOUNCE DEBUT ALBUM “SUMMONING THE KING OF DEATH”

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Austin, Texas death metal outfit Lord Gryphus have emerged from the underground with their debut full-length album Summoning the King of Death , set for release on July 17, 2026 . Built on the foundations of early 90s extreme metal, the band delivers a raw, ritual-driven sound that blends crushing aggression with oppressive atmosphere and a deep reverence for death.

Channeling the spirit of genre pioneers like Morbid Angel , Gorefest , Sepultura , Grave , Autopsy , Incantation , and Sinister , Lord Gryphus forge a sound rooted in primitive death metal execution, atmosphere, and confrontation.

The band operates as a three-piece anonymous unit, all masked, drawing from deep roots in the extreme metal underground. Their identity and concept revolve around execution, sacrifice, and ritual devotion to a carrion deity known as Lord Gryphus, inspired by Vultur gryphus , the Andean condor, a symbol tied to death, transcendence, and spiritual power.

Lyrically and thematically, the band confronts colonial violence, cultural erasure, and imposed religion, while honoring ancestral traditions and forgotten histories. The result is a release that is as ideological as it is sonic, built around ritual, resistance, and death as a force of reverence rather than fear.

Summoning the King of Death was recorded at Red Nova Ranch in Bastrop, Texas with Jeff Henson handling tracking, reamping, guitars, and bass. Vocals were recorded and produced by Kike Valderrama at Buziraco's Lair Studio. The album was mixed and mastered by Andrés Mauricio Gallón at Sound Blast Studios in Armenia, Colombia.

The record includes a cover of Troops of Doom originally by Sepultura, along with guest vocals from Reese Alavi (Creeping Death) and a guitar solo by Mike De León (Flesh Hoarder / Soulfly), adding further weight to its underground impact.

Lord Gryphus will also appear alongside legendary death metal veterans Internal Suffering on select dates of their 30th Anniversary North American tour this July, bringing their ceremonial style of devastation to stages across the southern United States.

Band Statement:
“This album is our declaration of allegiance to death metal in its purest form. Influenced by the savage spirit of the early 90s, Summoning the King of Death delivers raw aggression, ritualistic atmosphere, and a reverence for death that transcends time and culture.”

Album Details
Title: Summoning the King of Death
Release Date: July 17, 2026
Genre: Death Metal

For Fans Of: Morbid Angel, Gorefest, Sepultura, Grave, Necrot, Morgoth, Autopsy, Baphomet, Incantation, Sinister, and classic underground death metal.

Credits:
Produced by Lord Gryphus
Drums tracked and instruments reamped by Jeff Henson at Red Nova Ranch, Bastrop, Texas
Mixed and Mastered by Andrés Mauricio Gallón at Sound Blast Studios, Armenia, Colombia
Vocals recorded and produced by Kike Valderrama at Buziraco's Lair Studio
Artwork by Luisa (Subhuman Being)
CD Layout and Art Direction by Chalo
Photography by TYLORD

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PRADHE UNLEASHES NEW ALBUM SIX TIMES OUT NOW - @thebeast

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PRADHE UNLEASHES NEW ALBUM SIX TIMES OUT NOW


Italian One-Man Melodic Death Metal Project Delivers an Uncompromising Journey Through Humanity's Darkest Truths


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Italian melodic death metal project Pradhe has officially released its latest full-length album, Six Times , available now on Bandcamp and YouTube , with streaming services to follow once distribution quality assurance is complete.

Founded in 2022 by multi-instrumentalist Matteo Nunziati , Pradhe is a one-man metal project rooted in melodic death metal while embracing elements of progressive metal, gothic doom, and atmospheric songwriting. Every instrument, vocal performance, programmed drum track, mix, and master on Six Times was crafted entirely by Nunziati, resulting in a deeply personal and uncompromising artistic statement.

While listeners may hear echoes of Insomnium, Opeth, and Dark Tranquillity, Pradhe also draws inspiration from the melancholic atmospheres of Paradise Lost and My Dying Bride. The result is a sound that balances memorable melodies, progressive arrangements, crushing heaviness, and emotional depth.

Reflecting on the creative process behind the album, Nunziati explains:

"Surely the most free of constraints I've done ever. Everything can be metal with the right attitude and guitar amplifier."

Rather than telling one continuous story, Six Times explores the darker realities of modern society through individual snapshots of human behavior. The lyrics confront the erosion of empathy, the pursuit of power, and the everyday decisions that reveal humanity's capacity for cruelty.

Musically, the album embraces diversity without abandoning its melodic death metal foundation. Blistering riffs and aggressive passages give way to progressive detours, haunting atmospheres, and doom-infused moments that blur the boundaries between multiple styles of heavy music. Throughout the record, Pradhe remains guided by the belief that metal has no creative limitations when driven by strong songwriting.

Adding another layer of authenticity, the album's cover artwork incorporates a wartime manifest from Belgium. Ambient sounds featured in "Over My Cold Ashes" were created by kyles , with original source credits available through the band's official website. The lyrics for "No Seasons in Hell" are adapted from biblical scripture.

Raw, introspective, and unafraid to challenge convention, Six Times marks another bold step forward for Pradhe, showcasing the creative freedom of an independent artist driven by passion rather than conformity.

Out Now


For Fans Of


Insomnium • Opeth • Dark Tranquillity • Paradise Lost • My Dying Bride

Credits


All music, lyrics, performances, programmed drums, mixing, and mastering by Matteo Nunziati (Pradhe) .

Cover artwork incorporates a wartime manifest from Belgium.

Ambient sounds featured in "Over My Cold Ashes" by kyles .

Lyrics for "No Seasons in Hell" adapted from biblical scripture.

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FALSE MESSIAH RELEASE SEVEN – A CINEMATIC METAL DESCENT INTO COLLAPSE AND SURVIVAL - @thebeast

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FALSE MESSIAH RELEASE SEVEN – A CINEMATIC METAL DESCENT INTO COLLAPSE AND SURVIVAL

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False Messiah returns with Seven , a cinematic metal release built as a continuous narrative rather than a standard collection of songs. Created across Canada, France, the United Kingdom, Scandinavia, and Latin America, the project blends orchestral composition, crushing heavy guitars, electronic textures, and dark atmospheric production into one unified vision.

The album follows a structured story of collapse and survival, moving through themes of surveillance, resistance, internal fracture, and human endurance within a system on the brink of failure. Rather than offering escapism, Seven serves as a reflection of modern realities, exploring automation, algorithmic control, societal fragmentation, and the gradual erosion of human agency.

Musically, Seven shifts between symphonic grandeur, aggressive modern metal, and stripped-down emotional tension, mirroring the journey from global collapse to personal resilience. Each track forms part of a larger narrative arc, creating an immersive listening experience that unfolds from beginning to end.

Guest appearances include:

• Stéphane Buriez ( Loudblast , Sinsaenum ) on "Break the Silence"
• Craig Cairns ( Tailgunner ) on "Hold the Line"

Additional production by VLBIN.

Mastered by Ted Jensen at Sterling Sound.

All music, lyrics, and artistic direction by False Messiah. Produced in Montreal, Canada.

Seven is available now on all major streaming platforms and digital retailers worldwide.


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Kansas City Hard Rock/Metalcore Outfit BARRAGE Unleashes New Release Silver Linings - Out Now - @thebeast

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Kansas City Hard Rock/Metalcore Outfit BARRAGE Unleashes New Release Silver Linings - Out Now


Kansas City heavy hitters BARRAGE are turning up the volume with the release of their powerful new record, Silver Linings , available now on all major platforms. Blending the weight of Hard Rock with the precision and intensity of Metalcore, the band continues carving out a sound that hits hard while delivering melody, atmosphere, and emotional depth.

Built on a foundation of crushing riffs and dynamic songwriting, Silver Linings showcases BARRAGE at their most focused and expansive. The release fuses aggression and melody in a way that will resonate with fans of Twelve Foot Ninja, Killswitch Engage, and Jinjer, while maintaining the band's own distinct identity: heavy, honest, and built for the stage.

"We're stepping into a new chapter with Silver Linings. Bringing Rylie McFall into the fold allows us to supercharge our melodic metal sound, blending soaring female vocals and rich harmonies with the crushing riffs our fans love," the band states.

That evolution is backed by a talented production team. The release was recorded by Benjamin Blevins, mixed and mastered by Jack Daniels at Sicktones Studio, with additional mixing and production on "Breathe..." handled by Kevin W. Gates of Reach Audio. The result is a powerful collection of songs that balances clarity, heaviness, and emotion without sacrificing impact.

Based in Kansas City, BARRAGE has built a reputation for delivering high-energy live performances, sharing stages with notable acts including Sevendust, Crowbar, Powerglove, Oxymorrons, and Lydia Can't Breathe. That road-tested experience is evident throughout Silver Linings , with every track designed to hit just as hard live as it does through speakers.

With Silver Linings now available worldwide, BARRAGE continues its ascent as one of the Midwest's most promising hard rock and metalcore acts.

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RIFTPATROL UNVEILS NEW SINGLE "DIVIDE" FEATURING ANDREAS WÜRTH - @thebeast

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RIFTPATROL UNVEILS NEW SINGLE "DIVIDE" FEATURING ANDREAS WÜRTH

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Dark cinematic rock project Riftpatrol continues its descent into fractured realities with the release of its latest single, "DIVIDE," featuring guest vocalist Andreas Würth. Released on June 12, 2026, the track is now available on all major streaming platforms.

Since emerging in 2025, Riftpatrol has steadily carved out a unique space between alternative rock, gothic atmosphere, modern metal, and cinematic storytelling. More than a traditional music project, Riftpatrol exists as an evolving multimedia universe where music, visual art, and narrative collide to create an immersive experience for listeners.

At the center of this expanding world stands The Captain, a detective navigating surreal landscapes, emotional collapse, and mysteries hidden beneath layers of perception and memory. Each release serves as another chapter in the ongoing story, revealing new dimensions of a universe where reality itself feels unstable.

With "DIVIDE," Riftpatrol explores the fractures that emerge when identity, trust, and human connection begin to break apart. Driven by powerful guitars, atmospheric textures, haunting melodies, and emotionally charged vocal performances, the song captures the tension between separation and longing, conflict and understanding.

The addition of Andreas Würth brings a new dynamic to the track, adding depth and contrast that strengthens the song's emotional impact. Together, the performances create a dialogue that mirrors the themes of division and internal struggle woven throughout the composition.

Musically, "DIVIDE" blends the project's signature mix of dark alternative rock, gothic influences, cinematic soundscapes, and modern heavy music. The result is both expansive and intimate, balancing soaring emotional moments with a sense of unease that lingers long after the song ends.

As Riftpatrol continues building its interconnected universe, "DIVIDE" stands as another important chapter in the project's ongoing exploration of human emotion, fractured realities, and the search for meaning amid chaos.

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Riftpatrol is a multimedia music project founded in 2025 that blends alternative rock, gothic influences, modern metal, cinematic storytelling, and visual world-building into a fully immersive creative experience. Through interconnected music releases, artwork, and narrative elements, Riftpatrol continues to expand a dark and evolving universe centered around mystery, emotion, and imagination.





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MACHINE CULT RITUAL, LIMINAL SPIRIT, DAY 40, SUGAR VIRUS, EVERYPERSON, SUM OF SEVEN, STYGIAN MIND, AND FALSE MESSIAH FEATURED IN LATEST ROCK HARD MAGAZINE ISSUE WITH IRON MAIDEN ON THE COVER - @thebeast

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MACHINE CULT RITUAL, LIMINAL SPIRIT, DAY 40, SUGAR VIRUS, EVERYPERSON, SUM OF SEVEN, STYGIAN MIND, AND FALSE MESSIAH FEATURED IN LATEST ROCK HARD MAGAZINE ISSUE WITH IRON MAIDEN ON THE COVER

Metal Devastation PR is proud to announce that several of its clients have been featured in the latest issue of Rock Hard Magazine , one of the world's most respected heavy metal publications. With legendary metal icons Iron Maiden gracing the cover, this issue is expected to attract significant attention from metal fans across Europe and beyond.

The latest edition showcases an impressive lineup of Metal Devastation PR artists spanning progressive metal, thrash, doom, industrial, experimental, and classic heavy metal .

Featured Artists Include:


Machine Cult Ritual – Into the Cosmic Void


The visionary project of Danish composer and producer John R. Mirland received coverage for its unique fusion of doom metal, industrial electronics, and cinematic experimentation . Rock Hard highlighted the project's dark mechanical atmosphere, blending crushing riffs, sampling, and synthesizers into an immersive ritualistic experience.

Liminal Spirit – Pathways


Milwaukee-based multi-instrumentalist Jerry Hauppa and his ambitious solo release Pathways were reviewed, with the magazine recognizing the project's exploration of progressive dissonance, post-doom textures, and introspective songwriting .

Day 40 – Phenomenon ★ 8/10


Receiving a strong 8/10 rating , Bulgarian thrash metal force Day 40 earned praise for combining classic thrash aggression with modern technical precision. The magazine highlighted the band's intricate arrangements, dynamic songwriting, and powerful musicianship .

Sugar Virus – The Right Cure


Veteran American horror-punk , stoner , and doom metal outfit Sugar Virus was featured in an in-depth interview discussing the band's evolution, creative philosophy, and latest album Kill the Messenger . Frontman Jason Virus shared insights into the group's dark cinematic approach and ongoing artistic transformation.

Everyperson – New Frontiers


The mysterious project led by The Scion was spotlighted for its innovative blend of synthwave, alternative metal, and electronic experimentation . The feature explored themes of anonymity, identity, artistic freedom , and the project's immersive sonic world.

Sum of Seven – Echoes of the Hypermind ★ 8/10


Finnish progressive metal act Sum of Seven earned an impressive 8/10 rating for their emotionally charged concept album Echoes of the Hypermind . Rock Hard praised the band's sophisticated compositions, technical excellence, melodic depth, and inspiring comeback story .

Stygian Mind – The Fear Machine ★ 6.5/10


Maryland heavy metal newcomers Stygian Mind received recognition for their debut release, drawing favorable comparisons to legendary acts such as Iron Maiden , Accept , and Mercyful Fate . The review highlighted the band's strong songwriting, technical skill, and promising future .

False Messiah – Seven ★ 7.5/10


Awarded a solid 7.5/10 rating , international metal collective False Messiah was praised for its ambitious blend of orchestral arrangements, heavy metal, electronic elements, and cinematic storytelling . Rock Hard noted the project's immersive atmosphere, artistic vision, and emotional depth .

A Major Win For Independent Metal


"This kind of international exposure is invaluable for independent artists," says Zach Moonshine , founder of Metal Devastation PR . "Rock Hard Magazine has been one of the most respected voices in heavy metal journalism for decades, and having so many of our clients featured in the same issue, especially one carrying Iron Maiden on the cover, is a tremendous achievement."

Metal Devastation PR continues to connect underground and independent metal artists with major media outlets worldwide through press campaigns, interviews, reviews, radio promotion, magazine placements, and digital marketing services .

Congratulations to Machine Cult Ritual, Liminal Spirit, Day 40, Sugar Virus, Everyperson, Sum of Seven, Stygian Mind, and False Messiah on this outstanding achievement, and special thanks to the editorial team at Rock Hard Magazine for continuing to support and spotlight independent metal from around the globe.

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HEKZ UNLEASH NEW PROGRESSIVE METAL ALBUM QISMA — OUT NOW - @thebeast

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HEKZ UNLEASH NEW PROGRESSIVE METAL ALBUM QISMA — OUT NOW


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Progressive metal outfit HeKz return with their latest full length release Qisma , available now for streaming and purchase worldwide. The album pushes deeper into the band’s signature blend of heavy metal force, classical arrangement, and narrative driven songwriting, delivering one of their most ambitious statements to date.

Drawing inspiration from genre heavyweights like Dream Theater , Symphony X , and Ayreon , Qisma stands as a tightly constructed concept record built around technical precision and emotional weight, without losing sight of melody or storytelling.

HeKz operate outside convention as a quartet, each member bringing a distinct voice to the overall sound. Bandleader Matt Young handles vocals, bass, and keyboards, shifting between restrained passages and full intensity while anchoring the record’s harmonic foundation. Guitarist Tolis Zavaliaris delivers sharp, controlled playing that balances complexity with clarity, keeping the music focused even in its most intricate moments. Violinist Lucia La Rezza adds a rare classical dimension, weaving tension and melodic texture directly into the band’s core identity rather than treating it as decoration. Drummer James Wise drives everything forward with precision and power, navigating complex rhythms with a steady hand that keeps the record grounded.

Produced by John Mitchell alongside Matt Young, and mixed and mastered by John Mitchell, Qisma reflects a disciplined studio approach where every element serves the story rather than excess for its own sake. Released via BMH Audio , the album continues HeKz’s trajectory as one of the more distinctive voices in modern progressive metal.

The album unfolds as a unified concept work, with all 12 tracks forming a single narrative thread centered on self-discovery in a world shaped by conformity and control. The band describes it as an allegory for modern life, where creativity and courage often struggle against systems built on compliance. At its core, Qisma carries a message of persistence and clarity, urging listeners to hold onto hope even in darker terrain.

With a growing international audience and a reputation for compelling live performances, HeKz continue to expand their place in the progressive metal landscape, delivering a release that is both technically demanding and emotionally grounded.

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