HXTXD Unleashes Ambitious 20-Track Double Album The Hour Between Dog and Wolf - @thebeast

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HXTXD Unleashes Ambitious 20-Track Double Album The Hour Between Dog and Wolf


Los Angeles Metal Trio Delivers Its Most Expansive and Emotionally Charged Release Yet


LOS ANGELES, CA — Los Angeles metal trio HXTXD (pronounced Hated) has officially unleashed its ambitious new double-disc album, The Hour Between Dog and Wolf , released August 21, 2026 via Riot Ready Records . Spanning 20 tracks, the sprawling new release represents the band's most expansive and fully realized work to date, pushing the boundaries of its sound while maintaining the raw aggression, emotional weight, and underground authenticity that have defined HXTXD since its formation.

Formed in Los Angeles in 2020, HXTXD emerged from the chaos with a simple goal: make heavy music that hits as hard emotionally as it does physically. Featuring Wesley Richards on vocals and guitar, Staxx Tightsey on bass, and Cash Monty on drums, the trio draws from metal, melodic death metal, hard rock, metalcore, and hardcore without allowing itself to become trapped by any single genre.

On The Hour Between Dog and Wolf , those influences collide in a record that embraces both brutality and atmosphere. Crushing riffs, aggressive rhythms, emotionally charged melodies, and moments of unexpected clarity create a dynamic listening experience built around contrast.

The album's title reflects that very idea. The Hour Between Dog and Wolf refers to the uncertain space between light and darkness, instinct and reason, violence and vulnerability. HXTXD uses that liminal concept as a foundation for an album that explores alienation, resilience, despair, catharsis, and the human instinct to fight back.

Rather than simply delivering one relentless barrage of heaviness, HXTXD allows the music to breathe, shift, and evolve. The result is an album that can be savage one moment and deeply reflective the next, finding common ground between bone-crushing intensity and genuine emotional songwriting.

" The Hour Between Dog and Wolf is our most expansive and fully realized work to date," says Wesley Richards . "We wanted to push the sound into new territory without losing the rawness, grit, and authenticity that have defined HXTXD from the beginning."

The entire album was written, engineered, produced, mixed, and artworked by Wesley Richards at Riot Ready Records in Los Angeles, California. Mastering was handled by Brad Boatright at Audiosiege in Portland, Oregon.

With years of underground experience behind them and a growing reputation for intense live performances, HXTXD continues to carve out its own space within the West Coast metal scene. The band proudly wears its influences on its sleeve while transforming them into something distinctly its own.

For listeners drawn to the aggression of Cannibal Corpse , the melodic intensity of modern extreme metal, the raw energy of hardcore, and the emotional punch of metalcore, HXTXD offers something that refuses to sit neatly inside a box.

The Hour Between Dog and Wolf is more than a collection of heavy songs. It is a record about existing in the space between extremes, where chaos becomes catharsis and darkness can become its own form of clarity.

HXTXD is:

Wesley Richards — Vocals / Guitar
Staxx Tightsey — Bass
Cash Monty — Drums

The Hour Between Dog and Wolf


Artist: HXTXD
Release: The Hour Between Dog and Wolf
Format: Double-Disc Album / 20 Tracks
Release Date: August 21, 2026
Label: Riot Ready Records
Location: Los Angeles, California

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Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 09/30/26 - 10/02/26 - @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

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If you want the world to know who your band is, this is the easiest way to make it happen!

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THRENODY RETURNS TO THE FILTH WITH NEW SINGLE “FLASHLIGHT OVER FILTH” - @thebeast

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Old-School Death Metal Veterans Unleash the First Taste of Upcoming EP They Looked Better Dead


Release Date: August 19, 2026
Genre: Old-School Death Metal / Grindcore
For Fans Of: Bolt Thrower, Carcass, Death

READING, PA — Some bands form. Some bands disappear. And some refuse to stay dead.

Old-school death metal veterans Threnody have unleashed “Flashlight over Filth,” the first single from their forthcoming EP They Looked Better Dead . Released August 19, 2026, the track marks the latest chapter in a story that began nearly four decades ago in the underground of Reading, Pennsylvania.

In 1988 , five young musicians from Berks County, Pennsylvania, joined forces with a singular purpose: to create music capable of devastating everything in its path. Todd handled the microphone, Rich took command of the drums, Bill and Sean wielded guitars, and Dave held down the bass. Together, they became Threnody .

Initially influenced by underground gods including Carcass, Entombed, and Obituary , the band quickly moved beyond imitation, developing its own identity and establishing itself as a formidable force in the Reading metal scene.

For nearly two years, Threnody sharpened its attack from the top of the local underground, eventually unleashing the six-song EP Internal Infestation in late 1990. The release ignited a demand for live performances, sending the band into a relentless campaign of shows and further honing its lethal sound.

Their proving ground was Unisound , Reading's only all-ages club at the time, where Threnody continued building its reputation among the underground faithful.

The band began writing more material and recorded another EP, but before that next chapter could be released, fate intervened. The record remained unreleased, and the original members eventually went their separate ways.

Then came 2020.

During the global pandemic, guitarist Bill set out to reignite the torch and reunite Threnody's original members. Founding members Sean and Dave returned, while vocalist Todd and drummer Rich were unable to participate. With the world locked down and distance becoming little more than a technical obstacle, Harry from the UK and David from Ecuador joined the resurrected lineup on vocals and drums.

Rather than simply dusting off the past, Threnody took eight songs originally written more than 30 years earlier and re-visioned them for a new era. The result was the band's first full-length album, Rid of Flesh .

Now Threnody is moving forward once again.

“Flashlight over Filth” serves as the first single from the upcoming EP They Looked Better Dead , delivering another dose of the band's old-school death metal and grindcore attack. The track was produced by Threnody , with mixing and mastering handled by Steve Perrino .

This isn't nostalgia dressed up as death metal.

This is a band that was there when the underground was being built, disappeared, came back decades later, and decided it still wasn't finished.

The riffs are still loaded.

The filth is still there.

And the torch is still burning.

Let it rip.

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ABOUT THRENODY


Formed in 1988 in Reading, Pennsylvania, Threnody emerged from the formative underground death metal scene of the late 1980s. Influenced initially by Carcass, Entombed, and Obituary, the band quickly forged its own identity and became a force in the local scene.

In 1990, Threnody released the six-song EP Internal Infestation and built a reputation through relentless live performances, including shows at Reading's legendary all-ages venue Unisound. A second EP was recorded but never released before the original members eventually went their separate ways.

Three decades later, guitarist Bill began the process of resurrecting the band. With Sean and Dave returning and Harry from the UK and David from Ecuador joining on vocals and drums, Threnody transformed eight songs originally written in the early 1990s into the 2020 full-length Rid of Flesh .

Now the band continues that resurrection with its forthcoming EP They Looked Better Dead and its first single, “Flashlight over Filth.”

Threnody isn't looking to recreate the past. They're bringing it back to life.

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The Prodigal Son, Darkwave, Carceral, AntiMozdeBeast, Flight Of Odin, PainDemic, Nothing Sacred & Symphony Of Destiny Featured in Rock Hard 111 - @thebeast

METAL DEVASTATION PR BANDS FEATURED THROUGHOUT THE NEW ISSUE OF ROCK HARD MAGAZINE


ACCEPT GRACES THE COVER OF ROCK HARD 111 AS MULTIPLE METAL DEVASTATION PR ARTISTS Earn Reviews, Features, and In-Depth Interviews


The new issue of Rock Hard Magazine is officially out now, and it is packed with coverage for artists represented by Metal Devastation PR .

With Accept commanding the cover of Rock Hard 111 , the latest issue delivers a strong showing for independent and underground metal, with multiple Metal Devastation PR clients appearing throughout the magazine in reviews, feature interviews, and artist profiles.

From progressive metal and extreme industrial experimentation to classic heavy metal, symphonic metal, doom, thrash, and death metal, this issue showcases just how wide-ranging the Metal Devastation PR roster has become.

Here is a look at the coverage.

THE PRODIGAL SON


RUMOR | Rating: 7.5/10


Los Angeles progressive metal veterans The Prodigal Son receive a strong 7.5/10 rating for Rumor , with Rock Hard highlighting the band's long history and continued evolution since their beginnings in 1994.

The review praises the band's "complex, evolved progressive metal," intricate arrangements, technical ability, and ambitious songwriting, while drawing comparisons to the early work of Nevermore.

Rock Hard describes the track as a "successful and remarkably well-packaged mix" and points to the release as another major step forward for the veteran Los Angeles act.

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Silence Of Kaos by TPS




DARKWAVE


EVANESCENT HORIZONS | Rating: 8/10


Hungarian progressive death metal project Darkwave , created by Zsolt Némethy, earns an impressive 8/10 for Evanescent Horizons .

Rock Hard notes that the new release pushes the project beyond the already acclaimed Horror Sacri , expanding its dark and decadent atmosphere while introducing new layers of experimentation.

The review specifically highlights tracks such as Gaslight Elegy , The Parchment Night , and Farewell To The Angel Of Sardis , praising Némethy's compositional and performance abilities and his commitment to highly personal musical ideas.

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Evanescent Horizons by Darkwave




CARCERAL


DESCENDING REPRISAL | Rating: 7.5/10


Brazilian instrumental death/thrash act Carceral earns a 7.5/10 for their debut release Descending Reprisal .

Rock Hard calls attention to the unusual structure of the album, which contains 24 tracks , most of which clock in at under two minutes.

The review praises the band's complex structures, guitar and bass work, virtuosity, and willingness to experiment across a wide range of musical ideas. Despite being a debut, the record demonstrates what Rock Hard describes as a level of maturity and preparation that immediately stands out.

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Descending Reprisal by CARCERAL




ANTIMoZDEBEAST


PROPHECY | Rating: 7.5/10


Gabriel Palacio's AntiMozdeBeast project returns to the pages of Rock Hard with Prophecy , earning a 7.5/10 rating.

The review describes an increasingly unsettling musical world built from avant-garde soundscapes, industrial passages, black metal elements, noise, and chaotic rhythmic structures.

Rock Hard highlights tracks including Leap Of Fate and End Of Faith , emphasizing the project's uncompromising approach and its ability to challenge the listener through abrasive and experimental compositions.

The review ultimately describes the release as "the new frontier of an anarchic and iconoclastic devastation."

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Prophecy by AntiMozdeBeast




FLIGHT OF ODIN


I TRAVELED THE CROOKED PATH | Rating: 9/10


SELF-PRODUCTION OF THE MONTH


One of the biggest highlights for Metal Devastation PR in the issue belongs to Flight Of Odin , whose I Traveled The Crooked Path earns an outstanding 9/10 and the distinction of Self-Production Of The Month .

Rock Hard describes surrendering to Flight Of Odin's doom soundscapes as entering "fog-drenched moors" populated by ethereal and elusive entities.

The review praises the band's syncopated pacing, dreamlike and psychedelic atmosphere, melodic sensibility, experimental passages, and especially the near-constant presence of piano within their sound.

At the center of it all is Xyra's warm and magnetic vocal performance, which Rock Hard says provides a faint sense of comfort within the band's otherwise shadowy musical world.

The magazine describes Flight Of Odin's music as captivating, enchanting, visionary, ecstatic, and ritualistic.

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I Traveled the Crooked Path by Flight of Odin

PAINDEMIC


REWRITING HISTORY


California heavy metal outfit PainDemic are featured in an in-depth interview with bassist Gary Monardo and vocalist Rob Perkins , discussing the band's origins, musical direction, lineup, songwriting, and debut single FWF , short for Fuck With Fate .

Gary explains that the band was formed around a desire to bring back a heavy metal sound built around powerful riffs while retaining memorable melodies. The band's influences reach back to the era when Metallica, Anthrax, and Slayer were exploding onto the scene.

The interview also explores the chemistry between veteran members and guitarist Cheyenne Scott , whose energy, work ethic, and different approach helped shape the band's current lineup.

Gary explains that while his earlier work with Hirax focused heavily on speed, PainDemic is taking a different approach, emphasizing heavier riffs, tempo changes, transitions, and carefully constructed arrangements.

Rob discusses the personal experiences behind FWF , while also explaining the band's commitment to authenticity and creating music that translates naturally to the live stage.

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FWF by Paindemic




NOTHING SACRED


THE ROAR OF OLD LIONS


Australian heavy metal veterans Nothing Sacred are featured in an extensive interview discussing their decades-long history, the current resurgence of classic heavy metal, their latest single Your Time Will Come , and their decision to revisit Black Sabbath's Am I Going Insane .

The band makes it clear that despite more than four decades of history, their motivation remains essentially unchanged: writing and playing the kind of heavy music they genuinely love.

Sham discusses the importance of avoiding becoming a shadow of the band's former self, while Karl reflects on how the group's approach to the music industry has changed over the years.

The interview also explores the inspiration behind Your Time Will Come , a song centered around someone refusing to compromise what they believe is right.

And when it comes to their Black Sabbath cover, Sham explains why Am I Going Insane was one of the rare Sabbath classics they felt could be transformed without sacrificing the original song's character.

The band also reflects on touring abroad and the financial realities that have shaped their career.

NOTHING SACRED. THE ROAR OF OLD LIONS STILL HAS TEETH.

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Leviathan by Nothing Sacred




SYMPHONY OF DESTINY


ON THE BANKS OF THE NILE


American symphonic metal act Symphony Of Destiny are featured in an interview centered around their debut release Heroes Of Egypt and the band's unique combination of heavy metal, classical composition, cinematic orchestration, and ancient Egyptian mythology.

Composer and guitarist Wesley Eldridge discusses how the members' classical training has been translated into the band's metal sound, combining cinematic orchestration, dynamic songwriting, seven-string guitars, and instrumental technique.

The interview explores the band's carefully planned artistic direction, which was built around mythology and ancient civilizations from the project's earliest stages.

Eldridge also discusses his fascination with ancient Egypt, including the musical atmospheres associated with film soundtracks, and explains how he and vocalist Anne Dueweke researched the original myths behind figures including Ra, Bastet, and Horus .

Rather than simply retelling ancient stories, the band approaches each song from a different perspective, connecting mythology with modern emotions and experiences.

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Heroes of Egypt by Symphony of Destiny




ANTANIA


THE UNHOLY 33 | Rating: 7/10


California electronic extreme metal duo Antania round out the Metal Devastation PR coverage with a 7/10 review for The Unholy 33 .

Rock Hard highlights the project's unconventional approach, built entirely from synths, distortion, programmed drum machines, and vocals, with no guitars or bass.

The album combines extreme metal with industrial electronics, oppressive atmospheres, blast beats, mid-tempo passages, and excursions into electronic styles including drum 'n' bass.

Rock Hard notes that traditional songwriting structures are deliberately avoided, creating a challenging listening experience that demands patience while offering plenty for listeners interested in the intersection of extreme metal and industrial electronics.


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METAL DEVASTATION PR CONTINUES TO BREAK THROUGH


From a 9/10 Self-Production Of The Month for Flight Of Odin to strong reviews for The Prodigal Son, Darkwave, Carceral, AntiMozdeBeast, and Antania, plus major interview features for PainDemic, Nothing Sacred, and Symphony Of Destiny, the new issue of Rock Hard Magazine represents another major round of international exposure for Metal Devastation PR artists.

This is exactly the kind of coverage we work to secure for independent metal artists: legitimate editorial coverage from established metal media, covering the music itself while giving the artists a platform to tell their stories in their own words.

A huge congratulations to all of the artists featured in Rock Hard 111 .

Metal Devastation PR
Major Metal Media. Real Coverage. Worldwide Exposure.

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LOST RELICS RELEASE NEW EP MONUMENTS TO THE USELESS VIA GOLDEN ROBOT RECORDS - @thebeast

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LOST RELICS RELEASE NEW EP MONUMENTS TO THE USELESS VIA GOLDEN ROBOT RECORDS


Denver sludge and dirt rock trio unleash five tracks of crushing riffs, abrasive noise, and bleak atmosphere


Denver, Colorado sludge and dirt rock heavyweights Lost Relics have officially released their new EP, Monuments to the Useless , worldwide via Golden Robot Records .

Originally previewed by the singles “Saint Catharines” and “False Idols,” the five-track EP is now available in full on all major streaming platforms.

Built from weight, tension, noise, and raw emotional pressure, Monuments to the Useless finds Lost Relics pushing their sound deeper into the darkness. The band combines abrasive sludge, noise, post-hardcore aggression, and dirt-soaked rock into something chaotic, punishing, and hypnotic all at once.

Formed in 2018, Lost Relics have developed a distinctive three-vocalist attack that gives their music an unpredictable and confrontational edge. Their sound carries the crushing density of the underground while leaving plenty of room for hypnotic passages, atmosphere, and carefully constructed tension.

Across Monuments to the Useless , the band moves between hypnotic desert rock passages and punishing sludge-driven intensity. Riffs, vocals, noise, and atmosphere constantly collide, creating a sense of pressure that builds throughout the release rather than simply relying on sheer volume.

The EP draws inspiration from the bleak expansiveness of Neurosis , the raw experimental force of Melvins , and the abrasive urgency of KEN mode , while Lost Relics shape those influences into their own distinct sound.

Lyrically, Monuments to the Useless explores disillusionment, aggression, pressure, and the quiet collapse of modern life. There is no attempt to polish away the ugliness or provide an easy escape. Instead, the band embraces the discomfort and lets the songs sit in the tension.

“Saint Catharines” opens the door, while “False Idols” and the remaining tracks expand the EP's bleak and uncompromising atmosphere into a complete statement.

Monuments to the Useless was recorded and mixed by Felipe Patino at Green Door Studios in Denver, Colorado, and mastered by Jason Livermore at The Blasting Room in Fort Collins, Colorado.

The EP is available worldwide now through Golden Robot Records .

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CATHARIA TO UNLEASH NEW SINGLE “WINTER SOLSTICE” AHEAD OF NOVEMBER 2026 ALBUM PORTRAIT OF ANTIQUITY - @thebeast

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CATHARIA TO UNLEASH NEW SINGLE “WINTER SOLSTICE” AHEAD OF NOVEMBER 2026 ALBUM PORTRAIT OF ANTIQUITY


Melodic black metal force returns with a darker, more expansive sound featuring new permanent vocalist John Harrah and guest vocalist Kassandra Chandler of Divine Martyr


For Fans Of: Dissection, Immortal, Satyricon

CATHARIA is preparing to unleash its new single “Winter Solstice” next Friday, offering the first taste of the band's upcoming full-length album, Portrait of Antiquity , due for release in November 2026.

The new single features John Harrah , Catharia's new permanent vocalist, alongside special guest vocalist Kassandra Chandler of Divine Martyr , adding another dimension to the band's evolving sound.

Formed in 2018, Catharia has spent the years since its inception developing a sound rooted in the cold atmosphere and ferocity of black metal while incorporating the crushing weight of death metal and a strong emphasis on melody. With Portrait of Antiquity , the band expands that foundation into a darker, more melodic and symphonic direction.

According to the band:




“More melodic and symphonic then previous releases.”




“Winter Solstice” serves as the first preview of that expanded musical approach, combining Catharia's established aggression and darkness with a greater emphasis on atmosphere, melody and symphonic elements.

The upcoming album Portrait of Antiquity continues to push the band's melodic black metal and blackened death metal foundation into broader and more expansive territory. Drawing influence from the atmospheric intensity of classic melodic black metal and the relentless force of blackened death metal, Catharia aims to balance sweeping musical passages with uncompromising heaviness.

Portrait of Antiquity is scheduled for release in November 2026 . While Catharia is currently signed with Rockshots , the album will be released independently.

The album was produced and recorded with Jackson Ward at Strata Recording Studio , bringing a focused production approach to Catharia's evolving sound.

With the arrival of “Winter Solstice,” Catharia begins the next chapter of its evolution, introducing a new permanent vocalist, welcoming a guest vocalist for the first single, and unveiling the darker and more expansive direction of Portrait of Antiquity .

Portrait of Antiquity


Artist: Catharia
Album: Portrait of Antiquity
First Single: “Winter Solstice”
Format: Full-Length Album
Genre: Melodic Black Metal / Blackened Death Metal
Single Release: October 2026
Album Release: November 2026
Release: Independent
Label: Rockshots
Production: Jackson Ward, Strata Recording Studio
Permanent Vocals: John Harrah
Guest Vocals on “Winter Solstice”: Kassandra Chandler, Divine Martyr

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Gammacide Interview: Texas Thrash Legends Talk Toxic Mercenaries, Victims of Science and Their Return - @thebeast

Gammacide Interview: Texas Thrash Legends Talk Toxic Mercenaries, Victims of Science and Their Return


Gammacide are back. On the latest episode of The Zach Moonshine Show, Joey, Rick, and Scott sit down with Zach to talk about the band's history, their return to the stage, the new album Toxic Mercenaries, and the renewed interest in their music from a younger generation of thrash metal fans.

Gammacide formed in Texas in 1986 and released their debut album, Victims of Science , in the late 1980s/early 1990s era. More than three decades later, the band has returned with Toxic Mercenaries , their first new full-length album in more than 35 years. The album was released September 11, 2026 through No Life 'Til Metal Records, with a vinyl edition scheduled for October 30.

During the interview, the band looked back at the road that brought them back together, talked about the reaction to their return, and explained how new material that was initially approached as rough demo recordings eventually became their new album.

From Hell's Heroes to a Full Gammacide Return


One of the major subjects of the conversation was Gammacide's reunion appearance at Hell's Heroes in Houston, Texas .

What started as a return to the stage developed into something much bigger after the band experienced the reaction from the crowd.

That response helped convince them to continue moving forward with Gammacide rather than treating the appearance as a one-time event.

Rick summed up the band's long dormant period with one of the most memorable lines of the interview:




"It just goes to show you that the effects of a nuclear meltdown sometimes last for years and years and years... the half-life on this shit is extreme."




The band has since continued performing and has been met by audiences that include both longtime fans and younger listeners discovering Gammacide for the first time.

A New Generation Is Discovering Gammacide


One of the more surprising parts of the band's return has been the number of younger fans showing up to their shows.

During the interview, Gammacide discussed meeting fans as young as 15 who discovered the band online while digging deeper into the history of thrash metal.

For a band whose debut dates back more than three decades, that renewed interest from younger listeners has become an important part of the current Gammacide story.

Rick described the experience this way:




"When they find Gammacide, it's like, 'Well, this is the real hardcore, uncut, super-thrash for underground people.' They feel like they found a hidden gem of thrashtastic riffs and explosions."




The band also talked about recent shows in Texas, Connecticut, and Mexico City and the response they have received from audiences along the way.

The Story Behind Toxic Mercenaries


The new Gammacide album Toxic Mercenaries is the band's first full-length release of new material in more than 35 years. The album was recorded, mixed, and mastered through DDTstudio Productions and features Joey Gonzalez on drums, Rick Perry and Scott Shelby on guitars, Varnam Ponville on vocals, and Chance Lehman on bass.

But according to the story told during the interview, the recording process wasn't originally designed around making a polished new Gammacide album.

The band recorded the material at singer Varnam Palm Bill's house with David Treadway of DDT Studios. What began as a rough songwriting demo developed into something the band felt was strong enough to release.

Scott explained why they decided not to try to recreate the recordings a second time:




"It came out so good. Why do it twice? We may not catch that magic that we did when we did it the first time."




That decision ultimately led to the material becoming Toxic Mercenaries .

The album contains eight tracks, including "Overload," "Soldier of Fear," "Sinkhole," "Expiration Date," "Predator or Prey," "These Eyes," "Toxic Mercenaries," and "Meet Your Maker."

Learning the Gammacide Catalog in Two Weeks


The interview also touched on the band's current lineup and the challenge of getting a new member ready for live performances.

Bass player Chance Lehman stepped in and had approximately two weeks to learn the Gammacide catalog ahead of the band's Mexico shows.

The band also gave credit to booking agent Zach Oler of Extremity Retain Booking while discussing their recent live activity.

It's another part of the practical side of bringing a classic underground band back into an active touring schedule.

Victims of Science Gets a New Physical Release


While Gammacide are looking forward with Toxic Mercenaries , their classic debut Victims of Science is also receiving renewed attention.

No Life 'Til Metal Records has been involved with new physical editions of the band's catalog, including a remastered vinyl edition of Victims of Science released in July 2026. The edition was limited to 300 copies.

The label is also handling the upcoming vinyl edition of Toxic Mercenaries , scheduled for October 30, 2026. The listed pressing is limited to 300 copies, with 100 "blood moon" red/black swirl copies and 200 "toxic" neon green copies.

"You Thawed Out the Caveman"


Gammacide's return after such a long period away naturally became one of the central themes of the conversation.

Rick had another memorable way of describing it:




"It's kind of like I always say... you thawed out the caveman. He'd been frozen for 40,000 years, they thaw him out, and Neanderthal man walks again."




The band isn't simply looking backward, either.

The conversation covered future plans, including prospective West Coast dates and Gammacide's scheduled appearance at Headbangers Open Air in Germany , which would mark the band's first European tour appearance.

"The Kids Want a Circle Pit"


For Gammacide, the connection between the band's music and the live environment remains central.

Joey summed up what he sees happening with the band's younger audience:




"The kids want a circle pit, and Gammacide is the quintessential circle-pit fucking band."




Rick also compared today's crowds with those from the band's earlier years:




"When you go to the shows today, you can't tell the difference between a crowd from 1989 and a crowd from today because they're dressed the exact same."




It's a fitting observation for a band whose music has traveled from the tape-trading era into the digital age without losing its connection to the underground.

Gamma-Mania


And then there was Scott's Hulk Hogan-inspired message to the younger generation:




"Let me tell you something, brother, about Gamma-Mania... You young kids, keep taking your vitamins and say your prayers, and listen to Gammacide if you want to make yourself a life."




We'll let Scott take that one home.

Listen To The Full Gammacide Interview


The full conversation with Joey, Rick, and Scott of Gammacide is now available on The Zach Moonshine Show via Mixcloud, Spotify, Apple, Youtube.

The band discusses the origins of Gammacide, Victims of Science , their return to the stage, the Hell's Heroes appearance, the creation of Toxic Mercenaries , the response from younger fans, touring, the band's current lineup, No Life 'Til Metal Records, and what comes next.

Listen to the full interview and hear the story directly from Gammacide.

Gammacide's Toxic Mercenaries is available now through No Life 'Til Metal Records, with the vinyl edition scheduled for October 30, 2026.

Full Show Track List: 

Battle Of The Bands Top Six Winners:

1 - Another Demon - Reduced to Ash - (4,608,339 votes)
2 - Soul Of Sheol - Paradise Is Not For Us - (52,943 votes)
3 - Sharp n' Loud - Armored sexy girl - (21,074 votes)
4 - Voidmaker - The Post-Human Emergence - (20,563 votes)
5 - Unspeakable Tales - Reanimator - (7,705 votes)
6 - Mistress - Terrified eyes - (5,120 votes)

The Zach Moonshine Show Intro

7 - Ozzy Osbourne - Rock 'n' Roll Rebel
8 - Illusion Of Fate - Exsanguination
9 - BEHEMOTH - In League with Satan
10 - Locust Pointe - Handmaidens of the apocalypse
11 - Iron Jaw - Tonight We Raid

Gammacide - Interview featuring Sinkhole/Soldier Of Fear/Crackdown (Demo 1991)

12 - Warbeast - Scorched Earth Policy
13 - Pantera - Rock The World/Over And Out
14 - Art Of Shock - You Are The Plague
15 - What Weapons Bring War - Crown of Blood (feat. Sanguisugabogg)
16 - Trivan - CROWNED WITH DREAD AND POWER
17 - Ashes Reign - Start Of The End
18 - Deth Provider - Feral Vermin
19 - Rhino Proof - Play by the Rules
20 - PS:23 - The Angel They Call Evil

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FEARPARK ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE “KILLING MATCH” AHEAD OF DEBUT ALBUM THIS IS HOW YOU DIE - @thebeast

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FEARPARK ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE “KILLING MATCH” AHEAD OF DEBUT ALBUM THIS IS HOW YOU DIE


German True and Melodic Speed Metal outfit FearPark set October 16 release date for first single from upcoming debut album

For Fans Of: Blind Guardian, Helloween, Judas Priest, Defender

Balingen, Germany | September 2026

The next generation of traditional heavy metal is coming out swinging from Balingen, Germany. FearPark have announced the October 16, 2026 release of “Killing Match,” the first single from their upcoming debut album, This Is How You Die , due later this year.

Formed in 2022, FearPark have built their identity around True Metal, melodic speed metal, and old-school power metal , drawing heavily from the classic sound and spirit of the 1980s while bringing their own youthful energy to the formula. With influences ranging from Helloween, Blind Guardian, and Judas Priest to Iron Maiden and early Metallica, the five-piece delivers a combination of twin-guitar attack, driving riffs, melodic leads, soaring vocals, and classic heavy metal songwriting.

And FearPark have wasted little time making their presence known.

Just three shows into their existence, the band won a local band contest, earning them the opportunity to open the Wolfweez Open Air 2023 . The performance generated strong feedback from the attending crowd and helped establish FearPark as a band to watch within the local metal scene.

“Powerful True Metal without unnecessary frills, but with clear influences from Iron Maiden and Blind Guardian, flows from the instruments of the five musicians from Balingen. Highly motivated and with astonishing dexterity, the guys fired up the first nearly 100 guests. Add to that a vocalist who plays to his strengths wonderfully.”

- Tribe-Online Magazine

FearPark continued building their live résumé with appearances alongside established acts including Vicious Rumors, Absolva, and Traitor , while also performing at Metal Night Tübingen and the Balingen Garden Show. In July 2024, the band opened the inaugural RVBang Festival in Balingen , once again earning positive reactions from the local metal community.

Their first demo was recorded in fall 2023 and released on January 20, 2024, with the material mixed by Luke Appleton , formerly of Iced Earth.

Metal Factory Magazine later described the band's sound as a blend of True Metal and strong '80s influences, highlighting FearPark's twin-guitar approach, Iron Maiden-inspired riffs, occasional early Metallica flavor, and touches of Power Metal.

Since spring 2025, FearPark have been focused on writing and preparing the material that would become their first full-length album.

Now, that work is ready to emerge.

“Killing Match” will be released on Friday, October 16, 2026 at 12:00 AM CEST , marking the first step toward the band's debut full-length, This Is How You Die . A second single, “The Eagles Crest,” will follow at a later date, with the full album currently planned for release in late November or early December 2026.

The album represents the culmination of several years of development for the young German band, combining their devotion to traditional heavy metal with the speed, melody, and epic songwriting associated with the classic European metal tradition.

Production on This Is How You Die was handled entirely by FearPark alongside Heiko Irmscher of Noplies . Mixing and mastering were completed by a collaborator who has chosen to remain anonymous for the time being, with the band planning to credit him under a yet-to-be-revealed anagram.

FearPark remain independent and self-managed, continuing to build their career on their own terms.

With “Killing Match,” the band are ready to take the next step.

FearPark are from Balingen. They play True Metal. And they're here to rule them all.

Killing Match


FearPark
Single Release: October 16, 2026
Release Time: 12:00 AM CEST
Genre: Heavy Metal / Melodic Speed Metal / Old-School Power Metal
Label: Independent



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Narcotic Wasteland announces 2026 Morbidfest European tour dates as Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse arrives worldwide. Detroit Death Metal Force joins I Am Morbid, Atheist, and Cancer for major European run. - @thebeast

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Narcotic Wasteland announces 2026 Morbidfest European tour dates as Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse arrives worldwide. Detroit Death Metal Force joins I Am Morbid , Atheist , and Cancer for major European run.

Narcotic Wasteland is heading back across the Atlantic.
The uncompromising death metal project led by former Nile guitarist and vocalist Dallas Toler-Wade has officially been announced as part of the 2026 Morbidfest European tour , joining a powerhouse lineup featuring I Am Morbid , Atheist , and Cancer .
Narcotic Wasteland will appear on eight dates spanning the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Denmark, Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and Switzerland, bringing their brand of brutal, technically precise death metal to European audiences this November and December.

The tour dates with Narcotic Wasteland include:
November 21 | Iduna | Drachten, Netherlands
November 22 | Bibelot | Dordrecht, Netherlands
November 23 | DVG | Kortrijk, Belgium
November 24 | Musikbrauerei | Berlin, Germany
November 25 | Pumpehuset | Copenhagen, Denmark
November 28 | Collosseum | Kosice, Slovakia
November 29 | Barrák | Ostrava, Czech Republic
December 1 | Dynamo | Zürich, Switzerland







The Morbidfest announcement arrives as Narcotic Wasteland continues promoting its latest single, “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse,” which is out now worldwide .
Driven by punishing riffs, razor-sharp musicianship, and unflinching social commentary, “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse” confronts the devastating impact of the synthetic opioid crisis. The track continues Narcotic Wasteland 's tradition of tackling addiction, corruption, and societal decay through uncompromising death metal.

The single was released alongside the band's Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse Tour , which brought Narcotic Wasteland to stages across the United States throughout August, with support from acts including Visitant , Monochromatic Black , Yotuma , and IATT on select dates.
Now, with the new single out and the Morbidfest European dates officially announced, Narcotic Wasteland is carrying its attack overseas.

“Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse” is available now.
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Artist: Narcotic Wasteland
Genre: Death Metal
Featuring: Dallas Toler-Wade

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NARCOTIC WASTELAND’S 2026 MORBIDFEST TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT GARNERS MAJOR METAL MEDIA COVERAGE - @thebeast

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NARCOTIC WASTELAND’S 2026 MORBIDFEST TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT GARNERS MAJOR METAL MEDIA COVERAGE


Coverage Lands Across BraveWords , Metal Anarchy , Metal Rules , Lambgoat , The PRP , Metal Addicts , and More


Narcotic Wasteland is hitting the road across Europe this November and December as part of the massive 2026 Morbidfest European Tour , and the announcement is already making serious waves throughout the international metal press.

Led by former Nile guitarist and vocalist Dallas Toler-Wade , Narcotic Wasteland will join a powerhouse lineup featuring I Am Morbid, Atheist, and Cancer for eight European dates spanning the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Denmark, Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and Switzerland.

The tour announcement, along with news of Narcotic Wasteland's new single “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse,” has now been featured by major metal media outlets including BraveWords, Metal Anarchy, Metal Rules, Lambgoat, The PRP, Metal Addicts , and more.

Among the latest coverage, BraveWords reports that Narcotic Wasteland will bring their “brutal, technically precise death metal” to European audiences across the upcoming tour.

The confirmed Narcotic Wasteland dates include:

NOVEMBER 2026

November 21 – Iduna – Drachten, Netherlands
November 22 – Bibelot – Dordrecht, Netherlands
November 23 – DVG – Kortrijk, Belgium
November 24 – Musikbrauerei – Berlin, Germany
November 25 – Pumpehuset – Copenhagen, Denmark
November 28 – Collosseum – Kosice, Slovakia
November 29 – Barrák – Ostrava, Czech Republic

DECEMBER 2026

December 1 – Dynamo – Zürich, Switzerland

The European run comes as Narcotic Wasteland continues promoting “Fentanyl Zombie Apocalypse,” the latest single from the project, adding another dose of uncompromising death metal to an already highly anticipated tour campaign.

With coverage continuing to spread across the international metal media landscape, the Morbidfest announcement is putting Narcotic Wasteland directly in front of fans of death metal throughout Europe and beyond.

NARCOTIC WASTELAND
2026 MORBIDFEST EUROPEAN TOUR
I AM MORBID • ATHEIST • CANCER • NARCOTIC WASTELAND

More coverage and additional tour information will continue to be shared as the campaign rolls forward.



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RISING ALMA EARNS STRONG METAL HAMMER REVIEW FOR NEW EP “YOUR OWN STORY” - @thebeast

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RISING ALMA EARNS STRONG METAL HAMMER REVIEW FOR NEW EP “YOUR OWN STORY”

Metal Hammer praises the Berlin-based alternative rock and melodic hard rock outfit, calling the EP “worth discovering” and declaring that Rising Alma is “a band that should be followed closely”


Berlin, Germany — September 25, 2026 — Berlin-based alternative rock and melodic hard rock outfit Rising Alma are celebrating a major new piece of international media coverage following a detailed review of their latest EP, Your Own Story , in Metal Hammer .

Published by Metal Hammer Spain and written by Marta Grimaldi, the August 16, 2026 feature takes an in-depth look at Rising Alma's five-song EP, released independently on July 24, while examining the band's development from their earlier alternative rock material toward a sound with an increasingly prominent hard rock and guitar-driven edge.

The review highlights the band's current lineup featuring Alīse Elme on vocals and keyboards, Maximo Marset on guitar, arrangements and production, and Sebastian Rätz on bass.

According to the review, Your Own Story demonstrates how Rising Alma are evolving while maintaining the melodic foundation that has defined their work. The article specifically praises the weight of the guitars, the band's vocal melodies, the use of keyboards to create contrasting passages, and the clear, modern production across the EP.

The review takes a closer look at all five tracks, including the title track “Your Own Story,” which opens with what the reviewer describes as one of the EP's strongest riffs. Marset's guitar work receives particular attention, while Elme's clean vocal performance is praised for allowing the vocals and guitars to occupy their own space.

“Underneath” is highlighted for its more intimate approach, with keyboards and vocals taking the forefront as Rising Alma explore themes of mourning and finding balance after loss.

The review also singles out “Colors Flow All Around Us” for its memorable vocal melody and combination of heavier and more open passages, while “Authenticity” is noted for its darker guitar tone, prominent bass and subtle connection to Elme's Latvian roots.

Closing the EP, “Endless” receives attention for its intimate opening, gradual build and the guitar solo from Maximo Marset. The production across the record is also recognized, with the review noting the clarity and definition of the individual instruments.

Metal Hammer ultimately concludes that five songs are enough for Your Own Story to leave “a good taste in the mouth and wanting to hear it again,” describing the EP as “worth discovering” and Rising Alma as “a band that should be followed closely.”

For an independent band continuing to build its international presence, the feature represents another significant step forward for Rising Alma and their growing catalog.

Your Own Story is available now on major streaming platforms.

RISING ALMA


Alīse Elme – Vocals, Keyboards
Maximo Marset – Guitar, Arrangements, Production
Sebastian Rätz – Bass

Listen to “Your Own Story”



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METAL DEVASTATION RADIO AND PR SURPASS 30 MILLION VIEWS - @thebeast

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METAL DEVASTATION RADIO AND PR SURPASS 30 MILLION VIEWS

Independent Metal Platform Reaches Historic Milestone With More Than 30.2 Million Lifetime Views

The milestone is official.

Metal Devastation Radio and Metal Devastation PR have officially surpassed 30 million lifetime views , reaching an incredible 30,234,002 total views following another 305,524 views during August 2026 .

After closing July at 29,928,478 lifetime views , Metal Devastation crossed the 30 million mark and continued climbing, marking one of the biggest milestones in the platform's history.

Built independently from the ground up through a relentless commitment to heavy music, Metal Devastation has spent more than a decade connecting underground artists with listeners, media outlets, labels, promoters, festivals, and metal fans around the world.

30 million views. One independent platform. More than a decade of underground metal.

30 MILLION AND COUNTING


August delivered another powerful month of growth for Metal Devastation, adding 305,524 views and bringing the platform's all-time total to:

30,234,002 VIEWS


The August numbers also demonstrate just how far the platform's reach continues to expand:




305,524 total views

161,000 active users

160,000 new users

1.1 million tracked events

1.22 million Google Search impressions

11,600 Google Search clicks

30,234,002 lifetime views



The growth from July to August pushed Metal Devastation from 29,928,478 views to 30,234,002 , adding more than 305,000 views in a single month .

But the milestone isn't just about the number of views.

It's about the people behind them.

160,000 NEW USERS DISCOVERED METAL DEVASTATION


One of the biggest stories behind August's numbers was the platform's continued ability to reach people who were discovering Metal Devastation for the first time.

Of the 161,000 active users recorded during August, approximately 160,000 were new users .

That means thousands upon thousands of people who had never previously interacted with the platform were discovering Metal Devastation, its artists, its coverage, its radio programming, and its growing collection of underground metal content.

Every new visitor represents another opportunity for an artist to be heard.

Another band to be discovered.

Another song to be played.

Another interview to be read.

Another metalhead to find something new.

SEARCHING FOR METAL


Google Search continues to be a major source of discovery for Metal Devastation.

During August, the platform generated 1.22 million Google Search impressions , resulting in 11,600 clicks from search results .

That means Metal Devastation content continues appearing in front of people actively searching for heavy music, bands, albums, interviews, reviews, news, festivals, and other metal-related content.

For independent artists, that visibility matters.

A band doesn't necessarily need a massive corporate machine behind it to be discovered.

Sometimes it starts with a search.

A story.

A review.

An interview.

A premiere.

A radio stream.

A single click.

And then another.

1.1 MILLION EVENTS IN ONE MONTH


August also produced more than 1.1 million tracked events across the Metal Devastation platform.

Those events represent the constant activity happening across the network, including content views, radio activity, clicks, submissions, artist engagement, and other interactions throughout the platform.

Behind every statistic is something happening within the metal community.

Someone discovering a band.

Someone checking out a release.

Someone listening to MDR.

Someone reading an interview.

Someone sharing an article.

Someone finding their next favorite record.

That's what the numbers represent.

FROM THE UNDERGROUND TO 30 MILLION


When Metal Devastation was built, the goal wasn't to create another corporate media machine.

It was to create a platform where heavy music could exist on its own terms.

Since its founding in 2013 , Metal Devastation Radio and Metal Devastation PR have continued building an independent ecosystem centered around underground metal.

That includes:




Metal Devastation Radio , delivering heavy music and programming to listeners worldwide

Metal Devastation PR , providing promotional campaigns and media exposure for independent artists

Artist interviews and original programming

News, reviews, premieres, and feature coverage

Support for independent labels and releases

Worldwide media outreach

Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest

Continued partnerships with artists, promoters, labels, DJs, journalists, and metal media



The platform has continued growing without losing sight of where it came from.

The underground.

FROM THE FRONTLINES


"Thirty million views is absolutely fucking incredible," says Zach Moonshine .

"When we started this, there was no giant corporation behind us, no major investor, and no industry machine pushing this thing forward. It was built because we love heavy music and we believed the underground deserved a platform that would keep showing up."

"Looking at that number now, 30,234,002 views , it's hard to put into words. But what really matters to me isn't just the number itself. It's what happened inside that number."

"Every one of those views represents somebody discovering something. A band. A song. An album. An interview. A festival. A radio show. Maybe even an artist that somebody had never heard before."

"That's the whole reason we do this."

BUILT BY THE METAL COMMUNITY


Reaching 30 million views isn't something Metal Devastation claims as an achievement belonging to one person.

It belongs to the community that continues making the platform possible.

To the bands creating the music.

To the labels putting out the records.

To the promoters putting shows together.

To the venues opening their doors.

To the festivals bringing people together.

To the DJs spinning new music.

To the journalists and media outlets covering the scene.

To the fans buying records, attending shows, sharing music, and keeping the underground alive.

And to every artist who has trusted Metal Devastation Radio and Metal Devastation PR to help spread their music.

This milestone belongs to all of them.

THE NEXT 30 MILLION STARTS NOW


Crossing 30 million views doesn't mean the mission is finished.

It means the next chapter has started.

Metal Devastation Radio and Metal Devastation PR will continue supporting independent artists, promoting new releases, interviewing musicians, covering the underground scene, delivering heavy music around the clock, supporting live events, and creating opportunities for bands to reach new audiences.

The numbers will continue to change.

The artists will continue to evolve.

The scene will continue to grow.

And Metal Devastation will continue doing what it has done since 2013.

Showing up.

Turning up the volume.

And keeping the underground moving.

THANK YOU FOR 30 MILLION


30,234,002 views.

More than 30 million moments of discovery.

More than 30 million connections between music and listeners.

More than 30 million reasons to keep pushing forward.

To every band, musician, label, promoter, venue, festival organizer, journalist, DJ, media outlet, listener, and fan who has been part of this journey:

Thank you.

The underground doesn't wait for permission.

It builds its own stage.

And this stage just crossed 30 million views .

About Metal Devastation Radio and PR


Founded in 2013, Metal Devastation Radio and Metal Devastation PR are independent platforms dedicated to supporting heavy music and the global underground metal community. Through 24/7 radio programming, promotional campaigns, artist interviews, news coverage, media outreach, festival production, and dedicated support for independent bands and labels, Metal Devastation continues connecting heavy music with audiences around the world.

Contact:
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FALSE MESSIAH CONTINUE INTERNATIONAL PRESS RUN WITH STRONG METALLIAN COVERAGE FOR “SEVEN” - @thebeast

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FALSE MESSIAH CONTINUE INTERNATIONAL PRESS RUN WITH STRONG METALLIAN COVERAGE FOR “SEVEN”


Mysterious International Metal Project Featured Across Rock Hard Italy, Metalized, and Metallian


September 24, 2026 — International modern symphonic metal project False Messiah continue to build momentum for their debut concept album Seven , with recent coverage appearing across respected metal publications in Europe.

The latest comes from French metal magazine Metallian , where Seven receives a 💣💣💣💥½ review from François Alaouret. The review praises the project's seasoned musicianship, heavy and thrash influences, symphonic metal direction, powerful guest appearances from Stéphane Buriez of Loudblast and Craig Cairns of Tailgunner , and "flawless production."

False Messiah are also featured in Underground N°30 , the underground and extreme metal supplement included with Metallian N°153.

The new Metallian coverage follows an extensive Rock Hard Italy feature and interview centered on Seven . Rock Hard explores the project's deliberately concealed identities, its description as a "controlled creative entity," and the dystopian concept behind the album, which examines technology, artificial intelligence, social division, and concentrated power through speculative storytelling.

Meanwhile, Metalized awarded Seven an 8/10 , with reviewer Kim Vestergaard Nielsen praising its aggressive riffs, powerful production, dark atmosphere, and combination of melodic black metal and brutal death metal.

With coverage now spanning multiple European metal publications, False Messiah's Seven continues to introduce its dark, cinematic world to an international audience.

“First release for this mysterious entity named False Messiah. What is known about the quartet boils down to the fact that it consists of musicians from France, Canada, Scandinavia, and Latin America. So, as for guessing their identities, you might as well look for a guitar pick on the site of Hellfest, even if a few clues reveal themselves if you dig deep enough. One thing is for sure, the members of False Messiah are more than seasoned, and their inspirations draw as much from heavy and thrash as from more modern styles. Moreover, with their female vocalist, it's symphonic metal that stands out most, even if Stéphane Buriez from Loudblast and Craig Cairns from Tailgunner drop in to deliver a few deep ‘growls.’ In the end, Seven is a sharp and unifying album with flawless production!” - Metallian

Grab a copy of the issue here:
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Seven is currently available via Semetry Records / Idol .

False Messiah
Seven
Semetry Records / Idol

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ELEMENT OF FATE RELEASES DEBUT ALBUM “DREAMFALL” OUT NOW - @thebeast

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ELEMENT OF FATE RELEASES DEBUT ALBUM “DREAMFALL” OUT NOW

Melodic Heavy Metal Duo Unleash a Cinematic Journey of Fantasy, Emotion, and Immersive Storytelling


Washington, DC / Portland, OR — Melodic heavy metal duo Element of Fate have officially released their highly anticipated debut full-length album, Dreamfall , available now worldwide.

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Released on July 27, 2026 , Dreamfall invites listeners into a cinematic world where heavy metal, fantasy, and storytelling collide. Featuring soaring vocals, intricate instrumentation, and a powerful blend of gothic, symphonic, and progressive metal influences, the album delivers an emotional and immersive listening experience that showcases Element of Fate’s dedication to crafting music that feels both timeless and cinematic.

The entire album is also now available to experience as a full-length video stream on YouTube , giving listeners the opportunity to hear Dreamfall from beginning to end while stepping further into the world Element of Fate have created.

Full Album Video:



The album’s release follows the unveiling of the “Fire Bird” lyric video and the dark, captivating visualizer for “Warhorse,” offering fans a deeper look into the world Element of Fate have carefully built around Dreamfall .

Watch “Fire Bird” here:


At its core, Dreamfall is more than an album. It is a complete artistic vision combining heavy metal, fantasy, visual storytelling, and a deeply personal creative journey.




“Dreamfall is the most personal and ambitious project I’ve ever created as an artist.”







— Madame Crol







“This project is about transformation, finding light even in darker places.”







— Element of Fate







“We wanted to create something that feels epic, emotional, and real.”







— Element of Fate




The creation of Dreamfall has been fueled by a passion for independent artistry and craftsmanship, including a cinematic music video produced entirely in-house by vocalist and visual artist Carol Phillips through her studio, Inlumined Arts .

Supporters of the project have also helped bring this vision to life through exclusive rewards and handcrafted collectibles inspired by the album’s mythic themes, including limited bronze key and coin pieces created as collector-grade works of art.

Formed between Washington, DC and Portland, Oregon , Element of Fate are carving out a unique space within modern metal by combining classic heavy metal foundations with cinematic arrangements, powerful vocals, and a striking visual identity.

With Dreamfall , Element of Fate invite listeners to step into a world created not only to be heard, but experienced.

The journey has begun.

Dreamfall is out now.

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WARPLAN PREPARES TO UNLEASH NEW EP “NOT OF THIS WORLD” IN LATE 2026 - @thebeast

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WARPLAN PREPARES TO UNLEASH NEW EP “NOT OF THIS WORLD” IN LATE 2026

Louisville Groove Metal and Hard Rock Project Returns With a Powerful New Chapter Featuring Unreleased Material Co-Written by David “Sailor” Bryant and Days of the New Frontman Travis Meeks


LOUISVILLE, KY — Louisville, Kentucky’s independent groove metal and hard rock project Warplan is preparing to return with its highly anticipated follow-up EP, Not of This World , currently in production for a late 2026 release.

Driven by the fierce creative vision of vocalist, songwriter, guitarist, and bassist David “Sailor” Bryant , Warplan was created as a vehicle for pushing the boundaries of heavy music while maintaining the grit and attitude of classic metal and hard rock. Bryant brings a deep musical pedigree to the project through his work with regional underground staples including My Own Victim, Surviving Thalia, Scars of Judas, and Sixteen Bones .

Warplan officially breached the heavy music scene on Halloween 2023 with its debut studio EP, The Snake-Eye Conspiracy . Produced by Nashville’s Kile Odell and featuring aggressive, driving instrumentation from Jameson Force , the release established Warplan's identity as a force in modern groove metal.

The EP featured standout tracks including “Unmerciful,” which included contributions from Bryan Fox, along with “An Act Against Creation” and “Deadman’s Hand.”

Now, Warplan is moving into its next chapter with Not of This World .

For the upcoming EP, Bryant has expanded Warplan's geographic and creative borders, bringing Netherlands-based guitarist Denise De Haan into the production to inject fresh energy into a profoundly unique collection of songs.

At the heart of the new material is an unusual piece of Warplan history. The songs originated during a creative collaboration that began in 2002 , when Bryant worked alongside Travis Meeks , the frontman of the multi-platinum rock band Days of the New . The material was originally intended to be released under the name Not of This World , but will now officially become part of Warplan's catalog as the project's follow-up EP.

Bryant and Meeks co-wrote the material, creating a collection of songs that has remained unreleased for more than two decades. The recordings are now being revisited, developed, and completed for their long-awaited official unveiling under the Warplan banner.

The expanded creative team also includes Louisville's David Kisselbaugh and Corey Ogle , adding further depth to a project that bridges multiple eras and corners of heavy music.

Musically, Warplan delivers a crushing, multi-dimensional sonic assault. The project strikes a rare balance between raw aggression and intricate melody, drawing foundational inspiration from heavy metal titans including Pantera, Down, Slayer, Metallica, and System of a Down .

Warplan's sound combines classic groove metal arrangements with modern textures and haunting Middle Eastern elements, creating an avant-garde soundscape that remains intensely familiar while pushing into more progressive territory.

The upcoming EP features songs including “Banned from the Program,” “Peel Your Face,” and “No Time,” further establishing Warplan's uncompromising approach to heavy music.

Production on Not of This World is currently underway, with additional recording and post-production continuing toward a late 2026 release .

Production and engineering duties are being handled by David “CT” Carpenter and David “Sailor” Bryant , with post-production mixing to be handled by a Nashville, Tennessee producer to be named at a later date , whose production credits include work with heavy metal acts Fear Factory and Full Devil Jacket .

More than two decades after the material was first conceived, Warplan is bringing Not of This World into the present, transforming a long-unreleased chapter of Bryant's musical history into the next official release from the project.

Warplan is not looking backward. It is bringing the past forward and turning it into something new.

WARPLAN


David “Sailor” Bryant – Lead Vocals / Guitar / Bass / Composition
David Kisselbaugh – Guitars
Denise De Haan – Guitars, Netherlands
Corey Ogle – Drums
Travis Meeks – Vocals / Guitar / Composition

Release: Not of This World
Format: EP
Release Date: Late 2026
Label: Warplan Records
Management: David Bryant

Genre: Groove Metal / Hard Rock

For Fans Of: Pantera, Down, Slayer, Metallica, System of a Down



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ASHES REIGN SLOW IT DOWN WITH NEW SINGLE “START OF THE END” - @thebeast

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ASHES REIGN SLOW IT DOWN WITH NEW SINGLE “START OF THE END”

Charlottesville Metal Act Unveils a More Melodic and Emotionally Charged Side Ahead of Debut Album Awakening


Charlottesville, Virginia | Rising metal act Ashes Reign have released their latest single, “Start of the End,” offering a slower, more introspective counterpart to the crushing aggression showcased on the band's previously released title track from their upcoming debut album, Awakening , due October 1.

Known for combining soaring melodies with crushing riffs, Ashes Reign take a different approach on “Start of the End,” allowing the song to build gradually through extended guitar solos, layered vocals, and a melodic progression that gives its emotional weight room to breathe.

While the band's title track delivered an immediate introduction to their heavier side, “Start of the End” explores the uncertainty that can exist beneath moments of happiness, capturing the fear of losing something meaningful even when everything seems to be going right.

Frontman Vinny Carrion explains:




“This song is anchored in the area between happiness and sadness within our relationships, but ultimately hopeful. Caught in the weight of those intrusive thoughts where we wonder if our current happiness that we have worked so hard to obtain will come to an abrupt end.”




That tension between contentment and doubt serves as the emotional foundation of “Start of the End,” giving Ashes Reign an opportunity to showcase another dimension of their songwriting ahead of the full Awakening release.

The single also marks a visual departure for the band. Rather than working with their usual illustrator, bassist Ryan Neurauter stepped behind the artwork for “Start of the End,” creating the cover himself and adding another personal element to the release.

“Start of the End” was mixed by Chris Dawson and mastered by Mike Kalajian and is available now across all major digital platforms.

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Ashes Reign's debut full-length album, Awakening , arrives October 1, 2026 .

For fans of: Melodic Metal, Modern Metal, Heavy Metal



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PALE HORSEMAN ANNOUNCE NEW FULL-LENGTH ALBUM RUIN OF SOULS - @thebeast

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PALE HORSEMAN ANNOUNCE NEW FULL-LENGTH ALBUM RUIN OF SOULS


Chicago sludge metal veterans descend deeper into darkness with a crushing new album of industrial brutality, bleak melody, and existential dread


For Fans Of: Godflesh, Neurosis, Obituary

Chicago sludge metal veterans Pale Horseman are preparing to unleash their latest full-length album, Ruin of Souls , a devastating new chapter from a band that has spent more than fifteen years forging an increasingly massive and unsettling sound.

With the album's official release date currently TBD , Pale Horseman are working toward a physical vinyl release targeted for December 2026 , with further details to be announced.

Speaking about the new album, Pale Horseman describe Ruin of Souls as a deeper descent into the darkness that has defined the band's music for more than fifteen years:




“On Ruin of Souls , Pale Horseman descend even deeper into the darkness they’ve been cultivating for over fifteen years. Crushing sludge riffs collide with bleak melody, industrial brutality, and an overwhelming sense of dread, creating something that is as hypnotic as it is punishing. This is heavy music stripped down to its most primal and unsettling form—music that doesn’t simply soundtrack the end times, but makes you feel like you’re already living through them.”




That description captures the oppressive atmosphere at the heart of Ruin of Souls . Pale Horseman blend crushing sludge riffs with industrial textures, dissonant tension, bleak melody, and cinematic heaviness, creating a sound that feels both brutally physical and psychologically consuming.

For Pale Horseman, heaviness has never been limited to sheer volume or distorted guitars. Their music explores psychological ruin, paranormal mystery, mythic violence, existential dread, and the raw burden of human suffering. The result is a sound capable of moving between crushing brutality and strangely haunting beauty without ever losing its sense of menace.

Formed in 2010 , Pale Horseman have carved out a distinctive place within Chicago's underground metal scene. The band's members bring decades of experience from the city's heavy music community, with roots in acts including Couldron, Maimed, Souls Demise, Doomsday, Making Ghosts, Abortus, Deep Space Pilots, and Johnny Vomit .

That history has helped shape Pale Horseman's massive and meticulously constructed approach to sludge metal, combining punishing riffs with an atmosphere that feels expansive, oppressive, and relentlessly dark.

The band have also earned a reputation for intense and engulfing live performances. Throughout their career, Pale Horseman have shared stages with Acid King, Earthride, Crowbar, Whores., Bongripper, Coroner, Trouble, Vio-Lence, Karma To Burn, Eyehategod, Church of Misery , and many others, appearing at clubs, DIY spaces, and festival stages throughout the Midwest and beyond.

Drawing on the mechanical brutality of Godflesh, the crushing atmospheric weight of Neurosis, and the primal heaviness associated with Obituary, Pale Horseman occupy a space where sludge, industrial metal, and darker strains of extreme metal collide.

Ruin of Souls promises to carry that evolution forward, taking the band's established sound into an even darker and more oppressive territory.

PALE HORSEMAN


Chicago Sludge Metal | Est. 2010

Andre Almaraz - Guitar & Vocals
Eric Ondo - Guitar & Vocals
Rich Cygan - Bass
Jason Schryver - Drums

Album: Ruin of Souls
Format: Full-Length Album
Genre: Sludge Metal
Release Date: TBD
Vinyl: Targeting December 2026

- Recorded and mixed at Bricktop Recording in Chicago, IL by Pete Grossman
- Mastered by Audio Siege Mastering in Portland, OR by Brad Boatright


For Fans Of: Godflesh, Neurosis, Obituary



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NORCVLT ANNOUNCES SOPHOMORE FULL-LENGTH ALBUM “DI’NA TÀCHÌ” ARRIVING NOVEMBER 2026 - @thebeast

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NORCVLT ANNOUNCES SOPHOMORE FULL-LENGTH ALBUM “DI’NA TÀCHÌ” ARRIVING NOVEMBER 2026


Indigenous Atmospheric Black Metal Project Begins Unveiling Its Next Chapter With First Album Promo Video

Southern California (Occupied Tongva & Chumash Territories) | Atmospheric black metal project NORCVLT has officially announced the upcoming release of its sophomore full-length album, “Di’na Tàchì,” arriving November 2026 .

Meaning “First Breath,” Di’na Tàchì continues the journey established by NORCVLT's debut full-length Saa Ka’nì , moving beyond darkness and destruction toward creation, awakening, and new life.

NORCVLT describes the album as a journey through “the first breath, the antlered dawn, the returning waters, the awakening of spirits, the spilling of blood, the stirring of flesh, and the birth of new life.”

With the album now ready to emerge, NORCVLT is beginning the unveiling process with a first promotional video and the official album artwork, with the complete tracklist set to be revealed later this week.




“Di’na Tàchì — ‘First Breath’ — continues where Saa Ka’nì left off. From the darkness, destruction and the sacred flame’s inevitable end comes creation.”




The forthcoming album represents another evolution of NORCVLT's atmospheric black metal sound, combining frostbitten aggression, expansive ambience, ritualistic atmosphere, cinematic scale, and a deeply personal Indigenous perspective.

Fans of Uada, Yaotl Mictlan, Grima, and Agalloch may find familiar ground within NORCVLT's expansive and emotionally charged approach, while the project continues to develop its own distinct sonic mythology and spiritual identity.

THE ROAD TO DI’NA TÀCHÌ


The announcement of Di’na Tàchì follows NORCVLT's recent activity surrounding the single “Celestial Tearfall,” released July 9, 2026 through Red Nebula .

The track serves as the second single from the forthcoming album and offers an early glimpse into the expansive world being constructed throughout Di’na Tàchì .

NORCVLT also recently unveiled the official music video for “A Triumphant Warcry,” which premiered through Black Metal Artists . The visual chapter further expands the project's atmospheric world while continuing the progression toward the forthcoming sophomore album.

Together, these releases have begun laying the groundwork for the next chapter of NORCVLT.

The project's philosophy is captured in its own words:

“As blackness fades… ancient splendor pours forth.”

DI’NA TÀCHÌ — NOVEMBER 2026


Album: Di’na Tàchì
Meaning: “First Breath”
Release: November 2026
Project: NORCVLT
Management: NORCVLT / Red Nebula
Album Artwork: G. C. Logan / @oswta.okwali
Branch Border Artwork: @nocturnalwings_

The complete tracklist will be revealed later this week.

More details surrounding Di’na Tàchì will be unveiled as NORCVLT continues its journey toward the album's November release.

LISTEN TO “CELESTIAL TEARFALL”


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NORCVLT – “A Triumphant Warcry” Official Music Video
Premiere via Black Metal Artists



NORCVLT
As blackness fades… ancient splendor pours forth.



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