ART OF SHOCK STRIKE AGAIN WITH NEW SINGLE “ANTICHRISTS” OUT NOVEMBER 3 - @thebeast

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Los Angeles Metal Veterans Unleash Crushing New Track and Self-Directed Performance Video Through AOMFS Records


Release Date: November 3, 2026
Genre: Heavy Metal / Alternative Metal / Thrash Metal
For Fans Of: Metallica, Pantera, Avenged Sevenfold
Label: AOMFS Records

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Los Angeles metal veterans Art of Shock are back with another unapologetic blast of heavy metal aggression. The band will release its new single, “Antichrists,” on November 3, 2026, through its own label, AOMFS Records, accompanied by a self-directed performance video premiering the same day.

Following the release of “You Are The Plague” on September 18, the new single continues the band's latest chapter of independence, creative control, and uncompromising heaviness. With their own label behind them, Art of Shock are moving forward on their own terms, delivering new music without waiting for permission from anyone.

Described by the band as a heavy, straightforward track, “Antichrists” delivers another direct hit from a trio that has spent years refining its aggressive sound through relentless performances, industry battles, and the kind of hard-earned experience that only comes from surviving the road.

Art Geezar offered the following statement about the new single:

“This is a very heavy and straightforward song that we really dig. As far as the message, it’s just one of those things, if the suit fits, you know!”

A NEW CHAPTER. NO APOLOGIES.


Art of Shock's latest run began with “You Are The Plague,” the band's first release through AOMFS Records. The single marked a significant turning point for the Los Angeles outfit, putting control of its music and future directly into its own hands.

Now, “Antichrists” pushes that momentum forward.

The new single finds the band continuing to embrace the aggressive, no-frills approach that has defined its identity while building toward what comes next. Rather than looking backward, Art of Shock are using everything they've experienced to fuel their next move.

With a new release strategy and more music ahead, the band is making one thing clear: Art of Shock isn't waiting around for the industry to make room. They're making their own way forward.

FROM THE SUNSET STRIP TO THE BILLBOARD CHARTS


Art of Shock's history is rooted in the chaos and energy of the Los Angeles metal scene. The band built its reputation through explosive live performances, becoming a familiar presence at Hollywood's legendary Whisky a Go Go and taking that intensity to audiences on the Vans Warped Tour.

The band went on to release two full-length albums, Dark Angeles (2020) and Shine Black Light (2023), earning Billboard chart placements, top 10 positions on college radio charts, and appearances for two of their videos on VEVO's Most Popular Metal Videos list.

Throughout their career, Art of Shock have also shared stages with an impressive lineup of established metal acts, including Sepultura, Crowbar, Brujeria, Sacred Reich, Trivium, Hirax, and Cavalera Conspiracy.

The current lineup features Art Geezar on guitar and vocals, Adrian Geezar on drums, and Brice Snyder on bass.

Their experience spans years of touring, lineup changes, personal setbacks, and the constant challenges of navigating the music business. Through it all, the band has continued to push forward, channeling that experience into music built on crushing riffs, aggressive vocals, and memorable hooks.

AOMFS RECORDS: THE FUTURE IS IN THEIR HANDS


With AOMFS Records, Art of Shock are taking a more direct approach to their future, maintaining control over how their music is released and presented to the world.

“You Are The Plague” opened this new chapter. “Antichrists” is the next step.

For a band that has spent years earning its place on stages alongside some of metal's most respected names, independence represents more than a business decision. It is an opportunity to keep creating, releasing, and moving forward on its own terms.

“Antichrists” arrives November 3, 2026, with a self-directed performance video premiering the same day.

The next chapter of Art of Shock is already underway, and the band has no intention of backing down.

ABOUT ART OF SHOCK


Emerging from the Los Angeles metal scene, Art of Shock is a heavy metal trio featuring Art Geezar (guitar, vocals), Adrian Geezar (drums), and Brice Snyder (bass). Known for their aggressive sound, commanding live performances, and a blend of crushing metal riffs, powerful vocals, and massive hooks, the band has built its reputation through years of relentless work.

Their albums Dark Angeles (2020) and Shine Black Light (2023) earned Billboard chart placements and top 10 college radio chart positions, while their videos appeared on VEVO's Most Popular Metal Videos list. The band has performed alongside Sepultura, Crowbar, Brujeria, Sacred Reich, Trivium, Hirax, and Cavalera Conspiracy.

Now operating through their own label, AOMFS Records, Art of Shock are entering their next era with a renewed sense of purpose and complete commitment to their vision.

With “You Are The Plague” opening the door and “Antichrists” following close behind, the band continues to deliver heavy music on its own terms.



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SUMMONER'S CIRCLE RELEASE NEW SINGLE “PIOUS” FEATURING HALEY GROW OF ARSENIC ADDICTION - @thebeast

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Dark, Theatrical Metal Outfit Explores Faith, Manipulation, and Spiritual Surrender on New Single Featuring Guest Clean Vocals and Growls from Lady Arsenic


October 30, 2026 - Dark, theatrical metal outfit Summoner's Circle has released its new single, “Pious,” featuring guest vocals from Haley Grow, also known as Lady Arsenic of Arsenic Addiction. Available now on major streaming platforms, the track combines the band's ominous musical atmosphere with Grow's dynamic vocal performance, delivering a dark exploration of devotion, manipulation, and the price of surrender.

“Pious” confronts the darker side of faith, examining the promises of salvation and the consequences of surrendering one's identity to a greater power. Its lyrics evoke images of broken covenants, forbidden knowledge, spiritual submission, and the gradual loss of self, creating an unsettling narrative in which the promise of hope becomes entangled with control.

The repeated demands to surrender the flesh and hollow the soul reinforce the track's central tension between belief and autonomy. As the song progresses, its imagery shifts toward separation, uncertainty, and the fear of being found inadequate despite complete devotion.

Rather than offering easy answers, “Pious” leaves listeners with questions about faith, sacrifice, and what remains when the beliefs that once provided purpose begin to unravel.

A POWERFUL COLLABORATION WITH HALEY GROW


The new single brings Summoner's Circle together with Haley Grow of Arsenic Addiction, whose contributions include both clean vocals and growls. Her performance adds another dimension to the track's dark atmosphere, complementing the band's theatrical approach while bringing a distinctive voice to its unsettling subject matter.

The collaboration began after Summoner's Circle and Arsenic Addiction crossed paths at the Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest. The musicians connected through their mutual appreciation for each other's work, eventually leading to the idea of working together.

What started as an encounter between two underground metal acts developed into a collaboration that brings a new vocal presence into Summoner's Circle's musical world.

THE END OF AN ERA, THE BEGINNING OF ANOTHER


“Pious” also holds special significance in Summoner's Circle's history. The single marks the final recorded contribution of former keyboardist Nadir, who played a role in the band's arrangements and orchestration before moving on to other projects.

His work on the track represents the closing of an important chapter for the band, preserving his contribution while Summoner's Circle looks toward its next creative phase.

The release arrives as the band continues to build on its distinctive combination of dark theatricality, intricate arrangements, and uncompromising heaviness. The collaboration with Grow also demonstrates the band's willingness to explore new creative territory while maintaining its established identity.

KEEPING THE DARKNESS ALIVE


Alongside the new single, Summoner's Circle recently released The Shape of Darkness Live, a three-track live EP captured during the band's 2025 Shape of Darkness Tour.

Available exclusively through Bandcamp, the release features live performances of “Apostle's Dogma/Cult of the Dead Sun,” “Chaos Vector,” and “Apostasy.” The EP captures the band's stage presence while preserving the raw character of its live performances.

With “Pious” now available and a new chapter ahead, Summoner's Circle continues to push forward, bringing its dark, theatrical vision to listeners through new recordings and live performances.

“Pious” featuring Haley Grow (Lady Arsenic) of Arsenic Addiction is available now on major streaming platforms.

LISTEN NOW



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ABOUT SUMMONER'S CIRCLE


Summoner's Circle is a dark, theatrical metal band known for its expansive arrangements, ominous atmosphere, and commanding approach to heavy music. Blending intricate instrumentation with orchestral elements and a dramatic sonic identity, the band continues to explore the darker edges of metal through its recordings and live performances.

FOLLOW SUMMONER'S CIRCLE


Follow Summoner's Circle through its official online channels for new music, upcoming performances, and future announcements.


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LODE STAR UNLEASH NEW ALBUM DARKSTAR, PUSHING THEIR MELODIC HEAVY SOUND INTO NEW TERRITORY - @thebeast

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International Alternative Metal Project Expands Its Sound With Heavier Guitars, Extreme Vocals, and Emotionally Charged Melodies


Album Out Now | October 23, 2026

International alternative metal and hard rock project LODE STAR have released their new full-length album, DARKSTAR, available now as of October 23, 2026. Bringing together heavier guitar work, extreme vocals, modern production, and the memorable melodic hooks that have defined the project from the beginning, the album captures a band continuing to evolve while staying true to its songwriting roots.

Built across continents, Lode Star features Kate Glock (vocals, keys), based in Ireland, and Jensen Rodolfo (guitar, bass), based in Canada. The two musicians began collaborating during the pandemic, developing their sound remotely and building a creative partnership that has continued to grow with each release.

With DARKSTAR, that partnership takes center stage. The album represents a more collaborative approach to songwriting, arrangements, and production, allowing both musicians to bring their individual influences into a unified musical vision. The result is a heavier, more expansive record that explores new sonic territory without sacrificing the strong melodies, emotional depth, and accessible songwriting that have always been central to Lode Star's identity.

Drawing inspiration from early 2000s heavy music while embracing a contemporary production approach, Lode Star combine the atmospheric intensity of doom metal with the hooks and drive of alternative metal and hard rock. Fans of Evanescence, Lacuna Coil, and Breaking Benjamin will find plenty to connect with in the project's balance of powerful vocals, memorable riffs, and emotionally charged arrangements.

Rather than chasing trends, Lode Star build their music around the fundamentals of effective heavy songwriting: compelling melodies, riffs that leave an impression, and songs that connect beyond the surface. On DARKSTAR, those foundations remain firmly in place even as the band experiments with more aggressive vocal approaches, heavier guitars, and new sounds.

The album's extended creative process reflects that ambition. As the musicians' partnership developed, so did their vision for the record. Instead of rushing toward a finish line, they allowed the material to evolve until it represented where they stood as artists.

"DARKSTAR represents how much we've grown together, both as musicians and as a band. This time around, the entire creative process became a truly collaborative effort, with both of us shaping the songwriting, arrangements and production. We brought our different musical influences together, experimenting with heavier guitars, extreme vocals and new sounds while keeping the catchy melodies and emotion that have always been at the heart of Lode Star. The album took longer than we originally planned because our vision kept evolving alongside our partnership, but we didn't want to rush or settle. Ultimately, DARKSTAR is a reflection of who we are as artists today, and we're incredibly excited to finally share it with everyone."

The release follows an established body of work that includes three full-length albums and an EP. Lode Star also attracted unexpected viral attention with their cover of Cryoshell's "Creeping in My Soul," introducing their music to a wider audience. Their work has received coverage from publications including Powerplay Magazine, Metallurg, and Odyssey, and has also been featured in Rocksmith 2014.

Mixed and mastered by Riccardo Pasini at Studio 73, DARKSTAR brings the project's evolving musical vision into focus, delivering a record built around the meeting point of melody, atmosphere, heaviness, and emotional expression.

With a transatlantic creative partnership and a growing catalog behind them, Lode Star continue to carve out their own space in modern heavy music, proving that strong songwriting and memorable melodies still have plenty of room to thrive alongside a heavier, more aggressive edge.

DARKSTAR is out now.

LISTEN TO DARKSTAR


Full Album YouTube Premiere:
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Stream and Discover Lode Star:
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ABOUT LODE STAR


Lode Star is an international studio-based heavy music project featuring Kate Glock on vocals and keyboards in Ireland and Jensen Rodolfo on guitar and bass in Canada. Formed through remote collaboration during the pandemic, the project blends doom metal, alternative metal, and hard rock with a strong melodic foundation.

Influenced by early 2000s metal and driven by memorable riffs, powerful vocal hooks, and emotionally resonant songwriting, Lode Star favor a melody-first approach while continuing to explore heavier sounds and modern production techniques. With three full-length albums and an EP released to date, a viral cover of Cryoshell's "Creeping in My Soul," and features in Rocksmith 2014 and multiple music publications, the band continues to expand its reach while developing its distinctive sound.

CONNECT WITH LODE STAR


Official Website:
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PRESS CONTACT


Jensen Rodolfo
Email: contact@lodestarmusic.com


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PALE HORSEMAN ANNOUNCE NEW FULL-LENGTH ALBUM RUIN OF SOULS, ARRIVING DECEMBER 4 - @thebeast

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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 will unleash their latest full-length album, Ruin of Souls, on December 4, 2026, delivering a devastating new chapter from a band that has spent more than sixteen years forging an increasingly massive and unsettling sound.

The album will arrive digitally across streaming platforms on December 4, with a physical vinyl release expected shortly thereafter. 







On Ruin of Souls, Pale Horseman descend even deeper into the darkness they have cultivated throughout their career. Crushing sludge riffs collide with bleak melody, industrial brutality, dissonant tension, and an overwhelming sense of dread, creating music that is as hypnotic as it is punishing.

This is heavy music stripped down to its most primal and unsettling form. Ruin of Souls doesn't simply soundtrack the end times. It makes you feel like you're already living through them.

For more than sixteen years, Pale Horseman have carved out a colossal form of Chicago sludge defined by crushing riffs, cinematic weight, and an atmosphere that is equal parts savage and hypnotic. Their music explores psychological ruin, paranormal mystery, mythic violence, existential dread, and the raw burden of human suffering, delivering a sound that can be punishing one moment and strangely beautiful the next.

The band's members bring decades of experience from Chicago's underground metal community, with roots in acts including Couldron, Maimed, Souls Demise, Doomsday, Making Ghosts, Abortus, Deep Space Pilots, and Johnny Vomit. That history feeds into a sound that feels meticulously constructed while remaining relentlessly destructive.

Pale Horseman have also earned a reputation for intense, engulfing live performances. Throughout their career, they 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 from the sheer weight of Neurosis, the mechanical brutality of Godflesh, and the unearthly heaviness of Obituary, Pale Horseman exist at the intersection of primal force and unsettling beauty.

With Ruin of Souls, Pale Horseman continue pushing their sound into darker, more punishing territory. The album's December 4 release also falls on Bandcamp Friday, giving listeners an opportunity to support the band directly as the new record arrives.

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
Digital Release Date: December 4, 2026
Vinyl: Expected November 24 to December 15, 2026

For Fans Of: Godflesh, Neurosis, Obituary



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CEASE TO RESIST RELEASES DEBUT ALBUM EDGE OF SILENCE - @thebeast

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CEASE TO RESIST RELEASES DEBUT ALBUM EDGE OF SILENCE


Chicago Modern Metal / Hard Rock Project Delivers 12 Tracks of Heavy Riffs, Melodic Hooks, Powerful Vocals and Dark Cinematic Atmosphere


Chicago, Illinois — October 2026 — Chicago-based modern metal and hard rock project Cease To Resist has officially released its debut full-length album, Edge Of Silence, an independently released 12-track collection that balances crushing guitar work and powerful vocals with melodic songwriting, atmospheric tension and emotionally driven performances.

Released August 21, 2026, Edge Of Silence introduces a project built around the idea that heavy music does not have to sacrifice melody, dynamics or memorable songwriting in the pursuit of intensity. Throughout the album, Cease To Resist moves between aggressive metal passages, hard rock hooks, darker atmospheric moments and more introspective sections, creating a sound that is both heavy and accessible.

Led by guitarist, songwriter and producer Randy Gonet, Cease To Resist features Tom Miller on drums and Marko Duplišak on vocals. Additional songwriting and guitar contributions come from Aaron Czajka, who co-wrote four songs and performed electric guitar on three tracks.

With influences that will appeal to fans of Testament, Megadeth and Disturbed, Cease To Resist brings together the precision and weight of modern metal with the immediacy of hard rock and a strong emphasis on memorable hooks.




“Edge Of Silence is a 12-track modern metal album built around heavy riffs, melodic hooks, powerful vocals, and a dark cinematic atmosphere, balancing aggression with structure, melody, and emotional weight.”




The album campaign has already introduced listeners to six tracks released ahead of the full-length: “The Dark,” “Can’t Stand The Fire,” “The Rite,” “Dragon’s Kiss,” “Walk Away,” and “We Rise.” Those releases have helped establish Cease To Resist across streaming platforms, playlists, radio and independent metal media while setting the stage for the complete album.

Rather than limiting the campaign to a predetermined focus single, Cease To Resist is presenting Edge Of Silence as a complete album, giving media outlets, radio programs, reviewers and listeners the freedom to discover and spotlight whichever tracks best fit their audience.

The album's production brings together an international team of experienced metal professionals. Edge Of Silence was mixed by Johan Martin and mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios in Sweden, giving the record a polished modern sound while maintaining the weight and character of the band's instrumentation.

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EDGE OF SILENCE TRACK LISTING





The Dark

Edge Of Silence

Can’t Stand The Fire

We Rise

No Man’s Land

The Rite

Walk Away

Loneliness

Wall Of Fame

Identity Crisis

Dragon’s Kiss

Save Your Life



PRODUCTION CREDITS


Randy Gonet — Guitar, bass, keyboards, background vocals, songwriter, producer
Tom Miller — Drums
Marko Duplišak — Vocals
Aaron Czajka — Co-writer on “Edge Of Silence,” “We Rise,” “Walk Away” and “Dragon’s Kiss”; electric guitar on “Edge Of Silence,” “Walk Away” and “Dragon’s Kiss”

Mixed by: Johan Martin
Mastered by: Tony Lindgren
Fascination Street Studios, Sweden

Edge Of Silence is available now as a digital-only release through major streaming and digital platforms.

Listen / Buy:

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Bandcamp:

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Spotify:

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Apple Music:

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TIDAL:

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PRESS & MEDIA


High-resolution press photos, album artwork and additional press materials are available through the official Cease To Resist EPK:


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A private full-album DISCO stream and download is available for members of the media:


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Official lyric videos are also available through the Cease To Resist YouTube channel.

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ABOUT CEASE TO RESIST


Cease To Resist is a Chicago-based modern metal and hard rock project founded around the songwriting and production of guitarist Randy Gonet. Combining heavy riffs, melodic hooks, powerful vocals and dark cinematic atmosphere, the project emphasizes structure, dynamics and emotional weight alongside its heavier elements.

With Edge Of Silence, Cease To Resist establishes its foundation with a debut album designed to work as both a cohesive full-length experience and a collection of individual songs capable of standing on their own.

The album is independently released and the project is currently self-managed.

Official Website:

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SoundCloud:

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FOR FANS OF


Testament • Megadeth • Disturbed

CONTACT


Randy Gonet
Cease To Resist
ceasetoresistband@gmail.com


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BRAVEMUSIC CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF INDEPENDENT MUSIC - @thebeast

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BRAVEMUSIC CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF INDEPENDENT MUSIC

Northern Virginia music collective marks three decades of creativity across five connected projects.

NORTHERN VIRGINIA, October 2026: Bravemusic celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026, marking three decades of independent music created by a close circle of family members, friends, and longtime collaborators from the Washington, DC area.

Beginning with Arise From Thorns in Dale City, Virginia, in 1996, the musical journey has evolved across five distinct projects spanning progressive rock, atmospheric metal, instrumental compositions, and traditional heavy metal.

Established in 2020, Bravemusic brings these projects together under one umbrella, preserving their shared history while celebrating their individual musical identities.

“For me, the greatest reward has always been creating music, writing something, recording it, and hearing it come to life,” says Bravemusic co-founder Scott Loose. “We never set out to build a 30-year legacy. We were just making music that meant something to us, with people we enjoyed working with. Looking back at everything we’ve done together is pretty remarkable.”

FIVE PROJECTS, FIVE FEATURED SONGS


The anniversary retrospective highlights a recording from each project:




Arise From Thorns (1996): “Among the Leaves” | Atmospheric progressive rock and metal.

Brave (2000): “Words” | Progressive and atmospheric metal, evolving from Arise From Thorns.

Stellar Death (2019): “Emergence” | Instrumental progressive metal with cinematic and cosmic influences.

Day of Departure (2019): “Ex Machina” | Atmospheric progressive music exploring technology and the human experience.

Element of Fate (2022): “Alone in the Dark” | Traditional heavy metal with dark atmospheres and fantasy-inspired storytelling.



The collective’s history also includes connections to While Heaven Wept and As the Sea Parts, reflecting the wider musical community surrounding these projects.

The 30th-anniversary retrospective invites listeners to explore the music, discover its history, and follow ongoing creative work, including Element of Fate’s 2026 album Dreamfall.

LISTEN AND EXPLORE


30th Anniversary Media EPK, featuring all five songs:


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Official Website:
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Media Inquiries:
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ABOUT BRAVEMUSIC


Established in 2020, Bravemusic is an independent music platform documenting five connected projects whose shared history began in Northern Virginia in 1996. Its catalog reflects three decades of musical creativity, collaboration, and artistic independence.


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BRAVEMUSIC CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF INDEPENDENT MUSIC - @thebeast

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BRAVEMUSIC CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF INDEPENDENT MUSIC

Northern Virginia music collective marks three decades of creativity across five connected projects.

NORTHERN VIRGINIA, October 2026: Bravemusic celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026, marking three decades of independent music created by a close circle of family members, friends, and longtime collaborators from the Washington, DC area.

Beginning with Arise From Thorns in Dale City, Virginia, in 1996, the musical journey has evolved across five distinct projects spanning progressive rock, atmospheric metal, instrumental compositions, and traditional heavy metal.

Established in 2020, Bravemusic brings these projects together under one umbrella, preserving their shared history while celebrating their individual musical identities.

“For me, the greatest reward has always been creating music, writing something, recording it, and hearing it come to life,” says Bravemusic co-founder Scott Loose. “We never set out to build a 30-year legacy. We were just making music that meant something to us, with people we enjoyed working with. Looking back at everything we’ve done together is pretty remarkable.”

FIVE PROJECTS, FIVE FEATURED SONGS


The anniversary retrospective highlights a recording from each project:




Arise From Thorns (1996): “Among the Leaves” | Atmospheric progressive rock and metal.

Brave (2000): “Words” | Progressive and atmospheric metal, evolving from Arise From Thorns.

Stellar Death (2019): “Emergence” | Instrumental progressive metal with cinematic and cosmic influences.

Day of Departure (2019): “Ex Machina” | Atmospheric progressive music exploring technology and the human experience.

Element of Fate (2022): “Alone in the Dark” | Traditional heavy metal with dark atmospheres and fantasy-inspired storytelling.



The collective’s history also includes connections to While Heaven Wept and As the Sea Parts, reflecting the wider musical community surrounding these projects.

The 30th-anniversary retrospective invites listeners to explore the music, discover its history, and follow ongoing creative work, including Element of Fate’s 2026 album Dreamfall.

LISTEN AND EXPLORE


30th Anniversary Media EPK, featuring all five songs:


https://bravemusic.com/bravemusic-30th-anniversary-media-epk />
Official Website:
https://bravemusic.com />
Media Inquiries:
https://bravemusic.com/contact />
ABOUT BRAVEMUSIC


Established in 2020, Bravemusic is an independent music platform documenting five connected projects whose shared history began in Northern Virginia in 1996. Its catalog reflects three decades of musical creativity, collaboration, and artistic independence.


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SOLYSTALGIA Featured by Lambgoat, Metalwar, Metal Shock Finland, Metal News Wire, Nine Circles, Stormblastmag, and Jace Media Music Following Stoned Meadow of Doom Premiere - @thebeast

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SOLYSTALGIA'S “FUNERAL” MUSIC VIDEO EARNS INTERNATIONAL PRESS COVERAGE


Death-Doom Outfit Featured by Lambgoat, Metalwar, Metal Shock Finland, Metal News Wire, Nine Circles, Stormblastmag, and Jace Media Music Following Stoned Meadow of Doom Premiere


Death-doom outfit SOLYSTALGIA continues to build momentum behind its self-titled debut album as the music video for “Funeral” earns new coverage from seven additional metal media outlets: Lambgoat, Metalwar, Metal Shock Finland, Metal News Wire, Nine Circles, Stormblastmag, and Jace Media Music.

Originally premiered through Stoned Meadow of Doom, the video has brought renewed attention to the band's crushing blend of death metal intensity, suffocating doom, mournful melodies, and haunting atmospheric passages. The latest round of features extends the track's reach across the international metal press, introducing more listeners to one of the underground's most emotionally devastating death-doom releases of 2026.

Taken from SOLYSTALGIA's self-titled debut, released June 24, 2026, through Nameless Grave Records, “Funeral” captures the album's bleak emotional core. Built around intricate death metal riffing, oppressive doom passages, and immersive atmospheric textures, the track explores the weight of grief and suffering through a sound that is both punishing and deeply reflective.

The 37-minute debut features the commanding drumming of Austin Wheeler (Savage Oath) and guest vocal performances from Tanner Anderson (Obsequiae, Majesties, Crypt Sermon). Anderson's contrasting vocal styles add depth to the album's emotional landscape, while the band's arrangements move between crushing heaviness and expansive, unsettling atmospheres.

Wheeler describes the record as:

“Solystalgia is a 37 minute riff-filled meditation on loss, unfathomable atrocity and the monumental weight of inheritance.”

Produced and mixed by SOLYSTALGIA and mastered by acclaimed engineer Arthur Rizk, the self-titled debut delivers a carefully constructed descent into grief, inherited suffering, and the devastating weight of human experience.

“FUNERAL” VIDEO CONTINUES TO REACH NEW AUDIENCES


The latest coverage builds on an expanding list of media recognition for SOLYSTALGIA and its debut album.

In addition to the new features surrounding “Funeral,” the band has received recognition from Sweden Rock Magazine, which awarded the album a 7/10 review and published an extensive Q&A with Wheeler and guitarist/bassist Wilco. The album was also featured in Decibel Magazine via the Metal Devastation PR Recommendations advert!

Invisible Oranges previously praised the debut as “nothing short of a triumph from all involved,” highlighting its balance of devastating heaviness and atmospheric depth.

With coverage now spanning established metal publications, underground music outlets, and international media platforms, SOLYSTALGIA continues to expand the audience for its self-titled debut while bringing the emotional weight of “Funeral” to new listeners.

WATCH THE “FUNERAL” MUSIC VIDEO


Official video premiere via Stoned Meadow of Doom:

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STREAM AND PURCHASE THE ALBUM


SOLYSTALGIA - Self-Titled Debut Album

Released June 24, 2026, through Nameless Grave Records.


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PREVIOUS PRESS COVERAGE


Sweden Rock Magazine: Album Review and Band Q&A

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Decibel Magazine: Recommendations Feature

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Invisible Oranges: Full Album Review

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ALBUM DETAILS


Band: SOLYSTALGIA
Album: Solystalgia
Featured Track: “Funeral”
Release Date: June 24, 2026
Genre: Death/Doom Metal
Label: Nameless Grave Records
Drums: Austin Wheeler (Savage Oath)
Guest Vocals: Tanner Anderson (Obsequiae, Majesties, Crypt Sermon)
Produced and Mixed By: SOLYSTALGIA
Mastered By: Arthur Rizk

For Fans Of: Hooded Menace, Dream Unending, Mortiferum, Ahab, and Disembowelment.

ABOUT SOLYSTALGIA


SOLYSTALGIA crafts an atmospheric strain of death-doom that merges crushing riffs, intricate death metal arrangements, mournful melodies, and immersive soundscapes. The band's self-titled debut explores grief, atrocity, and the weight of inheritance through emotionally charged songwriting and expansive sonic textures. Released through Nameless Grave Records, the album features drummer Austin Wheeler of Savage Oath and guest vocalist Tanner Anderson of Obsequiae, Majesties, and Crypt Sermon.





Connect with the band: 


https://www.instagram.com/solystalgia.official />
https://solystalgia.bandcamp.com/album/solystalgia />
https://open.spotify.com/album/4k2Vs3RBCeSCCZ2NnChDlq />
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/solystalgia/6773436289 />
Connect with the label: 


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https://namelessgraverecords.bandcamp.com/ />
https://namelessgraverecords.com/ />
Contact the band: solystalgia@gmail.com


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SOLYSTALGIA Featured by Lambgoat, Metalwar, Metal Shock Finland, Metal News Wire, Nine Circles, Stormblastmag, and Jace Media Music Following Stoned Meadow of Doom Premiere - @thebeast

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SOLYSTALGIA'S “FUNERAL” MUSIC VIDEO EARNS INTERNATIONAL PRESS COVERAGE


Death-Doom Outfit Featured by Lambgoat, Metalwar, Metal Shock Finland, Metal News Wire, Nine Circles, Stormblastmag, and Jace Media Music Following Stoned Meadow of Doom Premiere


Death-doom outfit SOLYSTALGIA continues to build momentum behind its self-titled debut album as the music video for “Funeral” earns new coverage from seven additional metal media outlets: Lambgoat, Metalwar, Metal Shock Finland, Metal News Wire, Nine Circles, Stormblastmag, and Jace Media Music.

Originally premiered through Stoned Meadow of Doom, the video has brought renewed attention to the band's crushing blend of death metal intensity, suffocating doom, mournful melodies, and haunting atmospheric passages. The latest round of features extends the track's reach across the international metal press, introducing more listeners to one of the underground's most emotionally devastating death-doom releases of 2026.

Taken from SOLYSTALGIA's self-titled debut, released June 24, 2026, through Nameless Grave Records, “Funeral” captures the album's bleak emotional core. Built around intricate death metal riffing, oppressive doom passages, and immersive atmospheric textures, the track explores the weight of grief and suffering through a sound that is both punishing and deeply reflective.

The 37-minute debut features the commanding drumming of Austin Wheeler (Savage Oath) and guest vocal performances from Tanner Anderson (Obsequiae, Majesties, Crypt Sermon). Anderson's contrasting vocal styles add depth to the album's emotional landscape, while the band's arrangements move between crushing heaviness and expansive, unsettling atmospheres.

Wheeler describes the record as:

“Solystalgia is a 37 minute riff-filled meditation on loss, unfathomable atrocity and the monumental weight of inheritance.”

Produced and mixed by SOLYSTALGIA and mastered by acclaimed engineer Arthur Rizk, the self-titled debut delivers a carefully constructed descent into grief, inherited suffering, and the devastating weight of human experience.

“FUNERAL” VIDEO CONTINUES TO REACH NEW AUDIENCES


The latest coverage builds on an expanding list of media recognition for SOLYSTALGIA and its debut album.

In addition to the new features surrounding “Funeral,” the band has received recognition from Sweden Rock Magazine, which awarded the album a 7/10 review and published an extensive Q&A with Wheeler and guitarist/bassist Wilco. The album was also featured in Decibel Magazine's Recommendations section through Metal Devastation PR.

Invisible Oranges previously praised the debut as “nothing short of a triumph from all involved,” highlighting its balance of devastating heaviness and atmospheric depth.

With coverage now spanning established metal publications, underground music outlets, and international media platforms, SOLYSTALGIA continues to expand the audience for its self-titled debut while bringing the emotional weight of “Funeral” to new listeners.

WATCH THE “FUNERAL” MUSIC VIDEO


Official video premiere via Stoned Meadow of Doom:

[jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="iE-T6RKB03k"]

STREAM AND PURCHASE THE ALBUM


SOLYSTALGIA - Self-Titled Debut Album

Released June 24, 2026, through Nameless Grave Records.


https://namelessgraverecords.bandcamp.com/">
https://namelessgraverecords.bandcamp.com/ />
PREVIOUS PRESS COVERAGE


Sweden Rock Magazine: Album Review and Band Q&A

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Decibel Magazine: Recommendations Feature

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Invisible Oranges: Full Album Review

https://www.invisibleoranges.com/solystalgia-cover-grief-in-all-its-forms-album-review />
ALBUM DETAILS


Band: SOLYSTALGIA
Album: Solystalgia
Featured Track: “Funeral”
Release Date: June 24, 2026
Genre: Death/Doom Metal
Label: Nameless Grave Records
Drums: Austin Wheeler (Savage Oath)
Guest Vocals: Tanner Anderson (Obsequiae, Majesties, Crypt Sermon)
Produced and Mixed By: SOLYSTALGIA
Mastered By: Arthur Rizk

For Fans Of: Hooded Menace, Dream Unending, Mortiferum, Ahab, and Disembowelment.

ABOUT SOLYSTALGIA


SOLYSTALGIA crafts an atmospheric strain of death-doom that merges crushing riffs, intricate death metal arrangements, mournful melodies, and immersive soundscapes. The band's self-titled debut explores grief, atrocity, and the weight of inheritance through emotionally charged songwriting and expansive sonic textures. Released through Nameless Grave Records, the album features drummer Austin Wheeler of Savage Oath and guest vocalist Tanner Anderson of Obsequiae, Majesties, and Crypt Sermon.





Connect with the band: 


https://www.instagram.com/solystalgia.official />
https://solystalgia.bandcamp.com/album/solystalgia />
https://open.spotify.com/album/4k2Vs3RBCeSCCZ2NnChDlq />
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/solystalgia/6773436289 />
Connect with the label: 


https://namelessgraverecords.bandcamp.com/">
https://namelessgraverecords.bandcamp.com/ />
https://namelessgraverecords.com/ />
Contact the band: solystalgia@gmail.com


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GHOST PIPE RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “SPIRIT SPEAKS” FROM UPCOMING ALBUM THE AWAKENING - @thebeast

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GHOST PIPE RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “SPIRIT SPEAKS” FROM UPCOMING ALBUM THE AWAKENING


Michigan Stoner/Doom Outfit Explores Inner Darkness, Spiritual Transformation, and Psychedelic Visions on Latest Single


GRAND RAPIDS, MI | Michigan stoner/doom metal outfit Ghost Pipe has released the official music video for “Spirit Speaks,” a track from the band's forthcoming full-length album, The Awakening, arriving November 20, 2026, through Black Doomba Records.

Blending crushing riffs, hypnotic psychedelic textures, and an atmosphere steeped in darkness and mysticism, “Spirit Speaks” takes listeners on a journey into the deeper corners of the human psyche. The song explores the struggle to confront inner demons, break free from psychological restraints, and embrace the painful process of transformation.

The accompanying music video brings the band's immersive sonic world to life, drawing listeners further into the mysterious atmosphere surrounding the track. With lyrics that invoke flickering flames, shadowy forests, dancing ghosts, and serpents beginning to stir, “Spirit Speaks” creates a vivid landscape where spiritual awakening and psychological turmoil collide.

For fans of Acid Bath, Monster Magnet, and Monolord, Ghost Pipe delivers a potent blend of stoner rock grooves, doom metal weight, and heavy psychedelia. The band's sound balances fuzz-drenched heaviness with an expansive, otherworldly atmosphere, creating music that feels equally suited to a smoke-filled basement and a midnight journey into the unknown.

At the heart of “Spirit Speaks” is the idea that confronting darkness can be a necessary step toward healing. Rather than running from pain or burying uncomfortable truths, the song urges listeners to shed the weight of the past, challenge what they believe they know, and face the fears that keep them trapped.

The lyrics move through surreal, dreamlike imagery, depicting a descent into a dark forest where spectral figures beckon the listener toward buried truths. As the journey unfolds, the ghosts become more than ominous presences. They emerge as guides through the process of self-discovery, leading toward a confrontation with the deepest fears and wounds of the soul.

Images of fraying mental seams, silver threads, and a coiled serpent reinforce the song's themes of unraveling, release, and renewal. The forest becomes a place of transformation, where the darkness within is no longer something to escape but something to understand.

With its repeated calls to cast off old burdens and break free from confinement, “Spirit Speaks” captures the tension between the comfort of familiar patterns and the uncertainty of personal change. Its message is direct: growth requires facing what hurts, questioning what holds you back, and finding the strength to move forward.

The track offers another glimpse into the broader vision behind The Awakening, an album that explores introspection, transformation, and the pursuit of knowledge hidden beneath the surface. Rather than offering easy answers, Ghost Pipe invites listeners to open their minds, look inward, and confront the parts of themselves that are easier to leave in the shadows.

“The Awakening” is a journey beneath the surface, into the dark roots of the self, the band explains. “It asks you to open your mind, confront what lies hidden within, and face the parts of yourself that are easier to leave in the shadows.”

That philosophy runs throughout the album, connecting its heavy psychedelic sound with themes of personal evolution, hidden knowledge, and the uneasy territory between the conscious and subconscious mind. On “Spirit Speaks,” those ideas take shape through an unsettling, dreamlike narrative that blurs the line between haunting visions and hard truths.

The album was recorded and mixed by Joel Ferguson of The Verve Pipe at Planet Sunday Studio and mastered by Carl Saff at Saff Mastering, known for his work with artists across the underground heavy music scene, including Elder. The album artwork was created by Nathan Galusa, with photography by Jessica Taboada and logo design by Ganda Wiraga II. Tommy Stewart serves as executive producer.

Ghost Pipe features Allen Milbourne on vocals and effects, Travis Federau on guitar and vocals, Wyatt Federau on guitar and samples, Georg Rumpf on bass and synthesizer, and Simon Hill on drums. Together, the five-piece draws from stoner rock, heavy psych, sludge, doom metal, and doomgaze to create a dense, immersive sound that rewards listeners willing to venture beyond the familiar.

With “Spirit Speaks,” Ghost Pipe continues to expand the world of The Awakening, delivering a heavy, atmospheric trip through the shadows of the mind and the possibility of emerging from them changed.

The ghosts are calling. The forest is waiting. The question is whether you're ready to listen.

WATCH THE OFFICIAL VIDEO FOR “SPIRIT SPEAKS”

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PRE-ORDER / ALBUM INFORMATION

The Awakening arrives November 20, 2026, through Black Doomba Records.


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ABOUT GHOST PIPE

Ghost Pipe is a Grand Rapids, Michigan-based stoner/doom metal band combining massive fuzz-driven riffs, psychedelic soundscapes, and dark, introspective storytelling. Drawing on the traditions of doom, sludge, and heavy psych while exploring themes of transformation, hidden knowledge, and the human experience, the band creates immersive music that invites listeners to venture into the unknown.

ALBUM CREDITS

Album: The Awakening
Release Date: November 20, 2026
Label: Black Doomba Records
Vocals, Effects: Allen Milbourne
Guitar, Vocals: Travis Federau
Guitar, Samples: Wyatt Federau
Bass, Synthesizer: Georg Rumpf
Drums: Simon Hill
Lyrics for “Spirit Speaks”: Allen Milbourne and Georg Rumpf
Video Recorded and Edited by: Georg Rumpf
Recorded and Mixed by: Joel Ferguson at Planet Sunday Studio
Mastered by: Carl Saff at Saff Mastering
Album Artwork: Nathan Galusa
Photography: Jessica Taboada
Logo Design: Ganda Wiraga II
Executive Producer: Tommy Stewart
Released by: Black Doomba Records



Contact: 


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Contact




Travis Federau
Ghost Pipe
federaut@yahoo.com


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Ukrainian Metal Band KB Projeckt Unleash Powerful EP “Малюнок (Malynok)” Recorded Amid the War - @thebeast

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Ukrainian Metal Band KB Projeckt Unleash Powerful EP “Малюнок (Malynok)” Recorded Amid the War

Blending Alternative Rock and Heavy Metal with Old-School Riffs, Memorable Melodies, and a Story of Perseverance

Hailing from Ukraine, KB Projeckt deliver a powerful combination of alternative rock and heavy metal on their EP, “Малюнок (Malynok),” released December 1, 2025. Driven by heavy guitar work, melodic passages, and a sound that recalls the spirit of 2000s rock and metal, the release showcases a band determined to keep creating music despite extraordinary circumstances.

The EP carries a story that reaches far beyond the music itself. Recorded during the war in Ukraine, the sessions took place amid missile explosions, constant power outages, and an exceptionally difficult winter for the country. Despite the challenges surrounding them, KB Projeckt pushed forward and completed the record.

For the band members, the experience of making the EP was inseparable from the reality of life in a country at war. Yet, rather than allowing those circumstances to silence their creative work, the band persevered and brought the release to life.

“Малюнок (Malynok)” consists of five conceptual songs exploring addiction and its consequences. The EP examines the destructive outcomes associated with addictive behaviors, giving the release a thematic foundation that extends beyond its heavy instrumentation. Combined with the band's guitar-driven sound, the concept adds another dimension to a record created under extraordinary circumstances.

Musically, “Малюнок (Malynok)” looks back to the sound and spirit of 2000s rock and metal, with a particular emphasis on guitar solos and the kind of instrumental work that longtime fans of the genre continue to appreciate. The band's sound combines the weight of heavy metal with the accessibility and alternative edge of hard-hitting rock.

Ukrainian music media have compared KB Projeckt's sound to Godsmack, Rage, and Black Label Society, offering listeners a starting point for understanding the band's approach. However, KB Projeckt bring their own identity to the table, shaped by their musical influences, guitar-driven songwriting, and the circumstances under which this EP was created.

The band has also received praise from Ukrainian music media for its command of its chosen style, with coverage highlighting the difficulty of finding comparable acts within the country's music scene.

“Малюнок (Malynok)” was recorded, mixed, and mastered at KS Records, bringing the EP's heavy instrumentation and melodic elements together in a cohesive production.

More than a collection of songs, “Малюнок (Malynok)” stands as a testament to persistence, creativity, and the determination to keep making music when circumstances are anything but ordinary. For fans of riff-driven rock and metal who appreciate strong guitar work, thought-provoking themes, and a connection to the genre's early-2000s sound, KB Projeckt offer a release worth exploring.

Listen to “Малюнок (Malynok)”


The EP is available on major digital music platforms.

Listen to the EP:
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Watch the “Malynok” music video: [jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="06eeFiwbDMo"]

Малюнок by KB projeckt



About KB Projeckt


KB Projeckt is a Ukrainian band combining alternative rock and heavy metal, with a sound built around heavy riffs, melodic guitar work, and influences from the 2000s rock and metal scene. The band features Konstantin Bublik on guitar and keyboards, Danylo Dikiy on bass and vocals, and Andriy Momot on drums.

Their five-song conceptual EP, “Малюнок (Malynok),” released December 1, 2025, explores addiction and its consequences while capturing the band's determination to create music amid the realities of wartime Ukraine.

Band Lineup:

Konstantin Bublik: Guitar, keyboards
Danylo Dikiy: Bass, vocals
Andriy Momot: Drums

Production Credits: KS Records, recording, mixing, and mastering.


For media inquiries: zach@metaldevastationradio.com

Follow KB Projeckt


Linktree:
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Contact: Konstantin Bublik
Email: kbprojeckt@gmail.com


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Suffer UK, Barrage, Frolic, Lost Relics, Mothertomb, Manifest, Far From Your Sun, Solystalgia, and Carceral - Featured In Decibel Magazine! - @thebeast

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METAL DEVASTATION PR CLIENTS FEATURED IN DECIBEL MAGAZINE ISSUE #265


Eight Artists Featured in MDPR Recommendations, Plus Carceral Advertisement in the Latest Issue of One of Metal's Leading Publications


Metal Devastation PR continues to bring independent heavy music into the spotlight, with eight client artists featured in the latest MDPR Recommendations section of Decibel Magazine, Issue #265, alongside an advertisement for Brazilian extreme metal outfit Carceral.

Featuring Wayfarer on the cover with Dawn of a New Day, the latest issue of Decibel Magazine delivers another packed lineup of heavy music coverage. The issue includes an exclusive limited-edition FINAL GASP flexi disc and features Amon Amarth, Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats, Forbidden, Emma Ruth Rundle, Dreadnought, Brat, The Keening, Mother of Graves, Body Stuff, Anagnorisis, and more. The issue also features the Decibel Hall of Fame, exploring the making of Rotting Christ's landmark album Triarchy of the Lost Lovers.

Among the artists receiving recognition in this issue are eight Metal Devastation PR clients representing a wide range of sounds across the international heavy music underground: Suffer UK, Barrage, Frolic, Lost Relics, Mothertomb, Manifest, Far From Your Sun, and Solystalgia.

Additionally, Brazilian instrumental extreme metal band Carceral appears with an advertisement in the issue, bringing further visibility to the band's crushing debut album, Descending Reprisal.

From deathcore and technical thrash to sludge, doom, progressive rock, and death-doom, these artists demonstrate the diversity and creative force driving independent heavy music forward.

MEET THE FEATURED ARTISTS


SUFFER UK


UK Deathcore | For Fans Of Whitechapel, I Declare War, Bound In Fear

UK deathcore outfit Suffer continue to establish their place in the modern extreme metal scene with a punishing sound built on crushing riffs, aggressive vocals, and relentless intensity. Following their 2025 reformation and lineup evolution, the band has continued to sharpen its approach, delivering uncompromising material that balances precision with raw brutality. Their single and EP title track, Soul From Flesh, marked another chapter in the band's ongoing resurgence.

Listen below:
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BARRAGE


Kansas City Hard Rock / Metalcore | For Fans Of Killswitch Engage, Jinjer, Twelve Foot Ninja

Kansas City heavy hitters Barrage combine the power of hard rock with the aggression and technical precision of metalcore. Their release Silver Linings showcases a dynamic approach built around crushing guitar work, melodic vocals, powerful harmonies, and emotionally driven songwriting. With an experienced live background and an evolving sound, Barrage continue to build momentum while delivering music designed to hit just as hard onstage as it does through speakers.

Listen below:
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FROLIC


Bay Area Technical Melodic Thrash | For Fans Of Kreator, Exodus, Revocation

Bay Area thrash outfit Frolic are carrying the region's legendary thrash tradition into new territory. Their album Legacies of Cybernetica combines aggressive thrash foundations with technical death metal influences, progressive songwriting, futuristic concepts, and intricate melodic guitar work. The band has continued to attract attention through media coverage, including recognition from Banger TV, establishing Frolic as an exciting modern force for listeners who appreciate thrash with technical ambition and a forward-thinking edge.

Listen below:
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LOST RELICS


Denver Sludge / Dirt Rock | For Fans Of Neurosis, Melvins, KEN mode

Denver trio Lost Relics deliver a dense, abrasive blend of sludge, noise, post-hardcore aggression, and dirt-soaked rock. Their EP Monuments to the Useless, released through Golden Robot Records, captures the band's ability to balance punishing heaviness with hypnotic passages and bleak atmosphere. Featuring a distinctive three-vocalist approach, Lost Relics create an unpredictable and confrontational listening experience that embraces tension, dissonance, and the darker edges of the underground.

Listen below:
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MOTHERTOMB


Northern Michigan Doom Metal | For Fans Of Traditional Doom, Stoner Metal, Psychedelia

Mothertomb combine traditional doom, hypnotic stoner grooves, heavy psychedelia, sludge, gothic atmosphere, and progressive songwriting into an immersive and emotionally charged sound. Their debut album, Dying to Live, introduced listeners to a dark musical world exploring suffering, transformation, and the struggle between darkness and light. The band has since signed with Ripple Music, with a vinyl edition of the album planned for 2027 and a sophomore full-length already in development for the label.

Listen below:
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MANIFEST


Norwegian Thrash / Death Metal | For Fans Of Classic Thrash And Extreme Metal

Formed in Trondheim, Norway, in 2000, Manifest have spent years developing a reputation for aggressive songwriting, explosive live performances, and a fierce blend of thrash and death metal. Their album Nothing Left to Kill continues that legacy with an uncompromising approach rooted in classic extreme metal while maintaining a modern intensity. With a history of sharing stages with major acts including Meshuggah and Napalm Death, Manifest remain a formidable presence in the Norwegian metal scene.

Listen below:
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FAR FROM YOUR SUN


Progressive Rock | For Fans Of Porcupine Tree, Anathema, Riverside

Far From Your Sun create immersive progressive rock shaped by emotional honesty, cinematic atmosphere, and introspective songwriting. Their third studio album, A Dream of Hell, explores vulnerability, existential questions, internal conflict, and the possibility of transformation through darkness. Blending expansive musical passages with deeply personal artistic expression, the project prioritizes authenticity and emotional connection over conventional industry expectations.

Listen below:
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SOLYSTALGIA


Death-Doom Metal | For Fans Of Hooded Menace, Dream Unending, Mortiferum

Solystalgia deliver a crushing combination of death-doom heaviness, intricate riffing, mournful melodies, and haunting atmospheric passages. Released through Nameless Grave Records, their self-titled debut album explores grief, atrocity, and the weight of inherited suffering across a 37-minute journey of devastating riffs and immersive soundscapes. Featuring guest vocals from Tanner Anderson and drumming by Austin Wheeler, the album balances oppressive heaviness with expansive textures and emotionally resonant songwriting.

Listen below:
[jrEmbed module="jrYouTube" youtube_id="lI7XOwJSKxk"]

ADDITIONAL FEATURE: CARCERAL


CARCERAL


Brazilian Instrumental Extreme Metal | For Fans Of Death, Morbid Angel, Dark Angel, Voivod

Brazilian outfit Carceral take an uncompromising instrumental approach to extreme metal, merging the technical aggression of death and thrash metal with the speed and relentless pacing of grindcore. Their debut full-length album, Descending Reprisal, delivers 24 tracks built around an apocalyptic vision of collapse, punishment, and the consequences of systems of power and injustice. With guitars, bass, and drums carrying the narrative in place of traditional vocals, Carceral demonstrate just how devastating instrumental extreme metal can be.

Carceral's advertisement in Decibel Magazine Issue #265 provides another opportunity to introduce the band's distinctive sound and ambitious debut to readers of the publication.

Listen below:
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Grab a copy of this issue here at this link:
https://store.decibelmagazine.com/collections/back-issues/products/november-2026-265 />


SUPPORTING INDEPENDENT METAL, ONE RELEASE AT A TIME


At Metal Devastation PR, the mission remains the same: help independent artists reach new audiences, connect with established metal media, and build greater visibility for the music they create.

These placements reflect the diversity of the artists we work with and the many different directions heavy music continues to take around the world. From emerging acts building their reputations to established underground bands reaching new milestones, independent metal deserves opportunities to be heard.

We congratulate all nine artists on their inclusion in this issue and thank Decibel Magazine for continuing to provide a platform for heavy music and the artists who keep the underground moving forward.

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Metal Devastation PR provides promotional campaigns designed to help independent artists increase visibility, reach music media, and put their releases in front of new audiences.

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BURNT WITCH ANNOUNCE SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM, NEW SINGLE “BURNT WITCH” ARRIVING OCTOBER 29 - @thebeast

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BURNT WITCH ANNOUNCE SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM, NEW SINGLE “BURNT WITCH” ARRIVING OCTOBER 29


West Tennessee Doom and Sludge Outfit Unleash Pre-Orders for Crushing Debut Full-Length, Featuring Instant Track Download and Exclusive Delta Doom Fest Live Set


WEST TENNESSEE, USA – West Tennessee doom and sludge metal outfit Burnt Witch are gearing up to unleash their self-titled debut full-length album, with the new single “Burnt Witch” set to arrive on all major streaming platforms October 29, 2026. The band’s debut album will officially drop on November 23, 2026, and pre-orders are available now through Bandcamp.

Following a killer appearance at Delta Doom Fest in Memphis, Burnt Witch are ready to deliver another dose of grimy, sludgy, riff-heavy punishment. The upcoming single, “Burnt Witch,” serves as the self-titled track from the band's forthcoming full-length, giving listeners a taste of the raw, crushing sound that defines the group's approach to doom and sludge metal.

Fans don't have to wait until November to get their hands on the new material. The album is available to pre-order now through Bandcamp, where purchasers will receive “Druglust” as an instant download, giving listeners an early taste of the record nearly a month before its official release.

As an added bonus, the Bandcamp digital edition will include an exclusive live set recorded during Burnt Witch's recent appearance at Delta Doom Fest. The band is also working on new merchandise, including CDs of the upcoming album, which are expected to be available around launch.

UNDERGROUND MOMENTUM AND GEAR COMMUNITY RECOGNITION


Burnt Witch have already been making noise throughout the underground metal scene. During their previous promotional campaign with Metal Devastation PR, the band earned recognition in Weedian's Best Releases of February for their crushing EP Dopelich, attracted attention following praise and social media interactions involving High on Fire guitarist and vocalist Matt Pike, and received additional coverage from underground metal publication Outlaws of the Sun.

The band also has a connection to the guitar community, with multiple Burnt Witch members featured on the official Woodrite Guitars Artist Roster, further highlighting the musicians behind the band's crushing sound.

Building on that momentum, Burnt Witch are now preparing to take their sound into full-length territory with a self-titled release promising more of the filthy riffs, suffocating grooves, and uncompromising heaviness that underground doom and sludge fans crave.

With the album pre-order live, an early track available now, and a new single landing just days away, Burnt Witch are giving fans plenty of reasons to crank up the volume.

“Burnt Witch,” the new single, arrives October 29, 2026.

The self-titled debut album Burnt Witch arrives November 23, 2026.

PRE-ORDER THE ALBUM


Pre-order the album through Bandcamp and receive “Druglust” instantly, along with the exclusive digital live set from Delta Doom Fest.

BANDCAMP:
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PRE-SAVE THE NEW SINGLE “BURNT WITCH”:
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Album Artwork: Deliria Vision

For fans of dirty riffs, crushing sludge, and underground doom that refuses to clean up its act, Burnt Witch are ready to bring the noise.

Keep it heavy. Keep it filthy. Burnt Witch are just getting started.



PREVIOUS PRESS COVERAGE




Burnt Witch's previous campaign generated coverage from several outlets, including:

Weedian's Best Releases of February:

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Weedian Feature and Matt Pike Praise:

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Outlaws of the Sun Coverage:

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ABOUT BURNT WITCH




Burnt Witch are a West Tennessee metal outfit delivering grimy, sludgy, heavy music rooted in the underground doom and sludge tradition. Following the release of their EP Dopelich and recognition from underground metal outlets, the band is preparing to take its next step with a self-titled debut album and new music arriving in October 2026.

PRESS CONTACT
Email: zach@metaldevastationradio.com

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Band contact: burntwitch75@gmail.com


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FALSE MESSIAH RELEASE “HOLD THE LINE – NO SURRENDER REWORK,” THE FINAL CHAPTER OF DEBUT ALBUM SEVEN - @thebeast

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FALSE MESSIAH RELEASE “HOLD THE LINE – NO SURRENDER REWORK,” THE FINAL CHAPTER OF DEBUT ALBUM SEVEN

Cinematic Symphonic Dark Power Metal Project Unleashes a Reimagined Anthem of Resistance Featuring Craig Cairns of Tailgunner and Carolina P. on October 28, 2026

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False Messiah returns with “Hold the Line – No Surrender Rework,” a reimagined version of the track that serves as the final chapter of Seven, the project's debut album. Arriving October 28, 2026, through Semetery Records, the release brings together dark, cinematic symphonic metal, modern guitar work, and electronic tension, featuring Craig Cairns of Tailgunner alongside Carolina P.

Within the dystopian universe of False Messiah, the Seven make their final stand to protect the refugees and survivors under their care. Their only hope is to reach the Sanctuary, a refuge offering humanity one last chance at survival. But this final battle comes without promises of victory, with success hanging by a thread. There is no retreat and no alternative. There is only the determination to hold the line.

“The Seven may have fallen, but Humanity still stands.”

That sentiment drives the track's emotional core, bringing the story of Seven to a dramatic conclusion. More than a tale of battlefield resistance, the song embodies the will to endure when everything seems lost, standing firm in the face of overwhelming odds.

A CINEMATIC SOUNDTRACK TO HUMANITY'S LAST STAND


Combining massive guitars, intense vocal melodies, cinematic arrangements, and immersive storytelling, False Messiah has developed a distinctive identity within the modern metal landscape. The project explores a world shaped by corrupt systems, machines, and automated warfare, where hidden sanctuaries become humanity's final line of defense.

But the conflict extends beyond the battlefield.

Beneath the epic scale of its fictional universe, False Messiah examines the psychological consequences of collapse, uncertainty, and survival. Its songs explore the moments when convictions are challenged, familiar symbols lose their meaning, and the fight to remain human becomes as difficult as the struggle to stay alive.

Those themes converge in this climactic reworking, balancing the grandeur of symphonic metal with the tension and desperation of a final stand. The contributions of Craig Cairns and Carolina P. further strengthen the track's dramatic character, adding to the project's expansive musical vision.

AN UNCONVENTIONAL PROJECT WITH A HUMANIST CORE


In just over a year, False Messiah has earned a warm reception from journalists, reviewers, and influencers throughout the international metal scene.

Rather than following a conventional band model, the project builds its identity around the music, a striking visual aesthetic, and a humanist message delivered through a carefully constructed dystopian universe. Although the project's choral collective does not perform live, its creative foundation remains rooted in real-world experiences and genuine human emotion.

False Messiah invites listeners into a world where the line between technological domination and human freedom grows increasingly fragile. Its music serves as both a soundtrack to that struggle and a reflection of the internal battles people face when their beliefs, identities, and futures are threatened.

For fans of Nightwish, Epica, Within Temptation, Arch Enemy, In This Moment, and Sabaton, the project offers a compelling blend of cinematic atmosphere, symphonic grandeur, dark power metal, and modern heaviness.

As Seven reaches its conclusion, this final chapter delivers a transmission from a world on the brink of collapse, reminding listeners that even when victory is uncertain, resistance remains a choice.

The line must hold. Humanity must survive.

RELEASE INFORMATION


Artist: False Messiah
Single: “Hold the Line – No Surrender Rework”
Album: Seven
Release Date: October 28, 2026
Airplay Date: October 28, 2026
Label: Semetery Records
Distributor: IDOL
Featured Artists: Craig Cairns (Tailgunner) and Carolina P.
Genre: Cinematic Symphonic Dark Power Metal
Duration: 3:53
ISRC: CA-K6U-26-00029

For Fans Of: Nightwish, Epica, Within Temptation, Arch Enemy, In This Moment, and Sabaton.

PRE-SAVE


Get ready for the final chapter of Seven.

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MEDIA CONTACT


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Email: promotion@semetery.com


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Who Will Rise as This Week’s Champion on the MDR Battle Of The Bands? 10/26/26 - 10/30/26 - @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, ANOTHER DEMON, crushed the competition with a staggering 27,455,987 VOTES, claiming the title of Band of the Month on Metal Devastation Radio! You can check them out HERE !

This is the weekly championship edition of the Band Of The Month – Battle Of The Bands that we host every month on MDR!

How does it work?
Every Monday, we launch a new poll featuring bands that submit music each week on metaldevastationradio.com. Voting runs until Friday at 9PM EST .

Each Friday night , at the start of The Zach Moonshine Show , I’ll be spinning the Top Six weekly winners , and announcing the #1 band of the week live on air — getting thousands of listens on Mixcloud !

At the end of the month , all weekly votes are added up, and the band with the highest total votes becomes our Band of the Month !

Winning Band of the Month gets:

A featured post on our Facebook page, reaching thousands of fans

A front-page spotlight on metaldevastationradio.com , which pulls in hundreds of thousands of views every month

A free PR email blast from Metal Devastation PR, hitting 40,000+ contacts including labels, zines, stations, and more

Airplay every hour during general rotation

Tons of social media shares and exposure across our network

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

💥 Want in on the next battle?
Comment below with your band name and we’ll add you to next week’s poll — or email me at zach@metaldevastationradio.com with “Battle Submission” in the subject line.

Bands can compete as many times as they want , and if you enter multiple weeks in the same month, your votes combine toward the Band of the Month title!

👇 Click on the bands below to vote as many times as you like, or add your own! Poll closes Friday, October 30th at 9PM EST!








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