Modern Metal Stars TETRARCH Announce New Album “The Ugly Side of Me”

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

TETRARCH‘s tireless ascent to metal stardom has been palpable in the scene since their formation. Now, after four years of intensely focused growth and lead guitarist Diamond Rowe’s emergence as Jackson Guitars’ first female signature artist, the modern metal stars will release their trailblazing third album, The Ugly Side Of Me, on May 9, 2025 via Napalm Records. The album is available for pre-order today.

Featuring massive, needle-sharp production co-produced by Dave Otero, Diamond Rowe and Josh Fore, The Ugly Side Of Me boasts unrelenting brutality, catchiness and songwriting mastery. The band is poised to top the multi-millions of cross-platform streams and views of their addictive singles and high-energy videos, frequent playlisting via Spotify, Apple and others, mainstream top 40 Active Rock radio blitzes, attention from major media like Billboard, Revolver, Alternative Press, Guitar World, Kerrang! and Metal Hammer,and international tours supporting legendary artists Sevendust, Atreyu and beyond.

In celebration of today’s album announcement, the band just dropped the album’s second single, the anthemic “Never Again (Parasite)”, alongside a new music video. The standout track – which features the vocal debut of Diamond Rowe and follows buzzy first single “Live Not Fantasize” – carefully balances thick grooves and atmosphere with deep-cutting lyricism and the multi-faceted vocals of frontman Josh Fore.

TETRARCH offers about the track and video:
“We are so excited to finally announce the release of our upcoming record, entitled The Ugly Side of Me, as well as our second single, ‘Never Again (Parasite)’. ‘Never Again (Parasite)’ was such a fun song for us to write. It’s very moody and dark but lyrically extremely easy for anyone to relate to. It’s basically about losing trust in so many of the situations and people around you – while at the same time, isolating and losing a sense of self. It also kind of has a vibe of taking back what’s yours and saying ‘this won’t happen to me ever again’. I suppose you can look at it either way. This song shows a very different side of our band especially coming off of our last single ‘Live Not Fantasize’.

This is also the first time we have featured Diamond on vocals in a capacity other than just background textures and we are super stoked for everyone to hear her voice in this way.”

If there is any question as to whether a band can push the confines of metal and hard rock in to the future, TETRARCH are the answer. Combining energetic modern musical aggression and lyrical honesty with colossal choruses and unforgettable melodies, TETRARCH appeal to fans both in and outside of the metal scene, providing newcomers a gateway into heavy music.

TETRARCH’s Napalm Records debut, Unstable (2021), received massive critical acclaim. Its debut single, “I’m Not Right”, cracked the Mediabase Active Rock Top 30 and has garnered over 15 million combined cross-platform streams to date. Follow up single “You Never Listen” later went on to receive keen support from SiriusXM, HardDrive, Full Metal Jackie and many more of the country’s leading active rock outlets.

Among its perfectly crafted 10 tracks, new album The Ugly Side Of Me cuts like 90s industrial-injected single “Live Not Fantasize” – which premiered via SiriusXM Liquid Metal upon its release alongside Diamond Rowe’s Jackson Guitars signature launch – thrill with intense electronic flourishes, quick riffage and dynamic, spine-tingling guitar solos. Tracks like album opener “Anything Like Myself” showcase the hypnotizing, crushing metallic brilliance of the band while flirting with Josh Fore’s intense screams and Ruben Limas’ punching drums, while the likes of “Best Of Luck” stand tall with the rhythmic basslines of Ryan “Dooms” Lerner and Rowe’s inventive riff artistry. Profound melodic bangers like “Erase” and “Cold” are injected with intricate guitar solos, while “Headspace” and “The Only Thing I’ve Got” thrust the vital, brooding elements of TETRARCH into the forefront. Each track succeeds with lyrical themes of facing our own darkest criticisms – embracing the healing notion that what we feel others may see as our worst traits actually define the greatest aspects of our individuality.

Metal is practically begging for its next wave of genre frontrunners, and with one listen it’s clear – TETRARCH lead the charge.

ALLEGAEON To Release The Ossuary Lens Full-Length

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Technical death metal outfit ALLEGAEON will unleash their new full-length, The Ossuary Lens, on April 4th on Metal Blade Records, today unveiling the record‘s first single, “Driftwood.”

For ALLEGAEON, sitting still is not an option. The Fort Collins, Colorado-based group has never allowed itself to stagnate, prefering to thrive on chaos, change and evolution. Their latest offering, The Ossuary Lens, is their seventh full-length overall but it‘s the first with original vocalist Ezra Haynes since his 2015 departure following the Elements Of The Infinite album. Replacing a singer is no easy task, so the fact that Haynes was in a place to rejoin is something to celebrate.

The cleaner vocal approach on the last three albums was a fascinating artistic maneuver, one that refreshed ALLEGAEON, but it‘s undeniably thrilling to hear Haynes‘ graveled larynx back in the fold on this inarguably brutal and technically dazzling slab of work. The science-based lyrics are as challenging as the progressive musicianship, resulting in a set of songs that simply slay. It‘s a sound that Haynes himself refers to as “melotech” (melodic, technical death metal).
“I think in the beginning we were a little more stripped down,” adds guitarist Greg Burgess, “very guitar-forward, focused melodeath. Over time, I think more technical, symphonic, and progressive elements creeped in. Finally, where we are today is all of that combined, added with more ambient elements.”

The Ossuary Lens was recorded with producer Dave Otero at Flatline Audio studio in Denver. It marks the sixth album recorded with Otero. “He‘s our guy and we couldn’t imagine working with anyone else at the moment,” says Haynes. “We have worked with Dave Otero at Flatline Audio since the beginning of our career,” adds Burgess. “So seventeen years now. Dave always provides a comfortable working environment, amazing ideas, and a career-spanning understanding of what has made ALLEGAEON, ALLEGAEON.”

The proof is in the pudding; the sound on The Ossuary Lens pummels the listener, though the ferocity is balanced by the overt melodies. It‘s the most triumphant and cohesive body of work that they‘ve ever laid down.

Lyrically, while not a concept album in the traditional sense, there‘s an overarching theme to the new album – The Ossuary Lens is a representation of several different viewpoints of death. “Each song essentially is a different topic, however there is always a different perspective of death tied to each subject,” says Haynes. “Since the entire album revolves around this overarching theme of death, and the different viewpoints associated with it, we found ourselves very attached to the word ’Ossuary,‘ and since the album takes look at death through different points of view, we found The Ossuary Lens to be very fitting for the album title.”

Of the album‘s first single, “Driftwood,” Burgess elaborates, “This song holds a special place in ALLEGAEON history, honestly. This piece was written for Apoptosis by our then-brand new bassist Booboo. In its original form, it was so tech death, I don‘t think we knew how to incorporate it into the ALLEGAEON sound when he submitted it. Fast forward six years and, as we were kicking around ideas for this album, I remembered the piece, and asked Booboo if he wouldn’t mind if I took a crack at possibly rearranging its format a little smoother into the ALLEGAEON sound. I just wanted there to be a little bit more repetition of some parts. The song turned out amazing. Always goes to show – never throw out anything as you never know when it’ll come back.”

Finnish melodic metallers Last Call Disaster to release “Is It Me, That’s Making Me Sick?” on February 22

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Finnish metal band Last Call Disaster is set to release their debut EP, Is It Me, That’s Making Me Sick?, on February 22.

Ahead of the full release, the single “Silhouette” is already available, offering a glimpse into the emotional depth and sound of the upcoming EP.

Is It Me, That’s Making Me Sick? is the debut EP from Last Call Disaster, built around stories of the human mind and its not-so-great moments, tackling subjects such as addiction, depression, and loss.

The EP was recorded and mixed at Minetech Entertainment Studio by Simo Manninen, with mastering handled by Svante Forsbäck at Chartmakers Studio.

Alt Metal/Dark Rock Discovery Nullor Presents Powerful Music Video for “Overdrive”

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

US dark metal project Nullor proudly presents the electrifying music video for “Overdrive,” a track taken from the band’s highly anticipated upcoming album, Finalform.Dive into the raw power of “Overdrive”, a relentless anthem that lays bare humanity’s reckless greed, environmental exploitation, and moral decay. With scathing precision, the track warns of our inevitable downfall while offering a glimmer of hope—nature’s resilience in the wake of humanity’s demise.The title, “Overdrive,” perfectly captures the breakneck, self-destructive speed at which we race toward oblivion. This is more than just a song; it’s a fierce battle cry against apathy, a wake-up call to confront our role in the chaos.

Experience the fury and urgency of “Overdrive”—check out the track and immerse yourself in its gripping video now:

Finalform is a visceral testament to Nullor’s musical evolution, born from the wreckage of previous bands and driven by a resolute DIY ethos. Conceived out of disappointment and rebirth, Finalform finds Nullor shedding the notion that one needs a full band to bring powerful, multi-dimensional music to life. “I’d always assumed you needed a whole functioning band to create music,” Nullor reflects. “A mentor once asked me why I didn’t just do it myself, and after years of excuses, it finally hit me: why not?”

Nullor’s sonic palette draws on a wide array of influences, blending the raw grit of Helmet, the rhythmic complexity of Meshuggah, the atmosphere of The Cure, and the intensity of Faith No More. The album is built around odd polyrhythmic structures laid over grooves that swing and grind, creating an immersive experience that’s as heavy as it is unexpected. “It sounds more educated than it is,” Nullor explains, “like pounding square blocks into round holes sideways.”

Finalform explores deeply personal themes through its lyrics, capturing both the haunting and the darkly humorous aspects of life’s highs and lows. It’s a chronicle of disaster, resilience, and creative defiance—an unfiltered look into the mind of an artist who has finally found his own voice.

Greek metallers Necrochakal set their upcoming album “Golgothian Orgies of Bestial Lust” for release on March via Floga Records

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Greek black/thrash metal horde Necrochakal return with their new album, Golgothian Orgies of Bestial Lust, set for release on March 10 via Floga Records.

Formed in 2012 by Bestial Invocator in Athens, Greece, Necrochakal set out to deliver old-school extreme metal with raw intensity, drawing influence from early Sepultura, Sarcófago, Vulcano, Sodom, and Destruction, among others. Over the years, the band has built a reputation in the underground scene with a series of demos and split releases, including collaborations with Slaughtered Priest (GR) and Terrorist (USA).

Their first EP, Profanation of the Gods, was released in 2014 through Metal Throne Productions (CD, 300 copies) and Weird Face Productions (LP, 250 copies) before being re-released in 2016 by Music Cyclone (CD, 300 copies). The 2016 7” EP Trampling The Holy Gospels followed via Hell’s Fire Records, with an additional 100-piece limited run from Fistbang Records.

Throughout the years, Necrochakal has performed live extensively, including two appearances in Romania at the 3rd Old Grave Festival (2014) and the 2nd Vast Plains and Goats Festival (2023). In Greece, they have supported Mystifier, Sextrash, Bewitched, Infernal Curse, Embrace of Thorns, Dead Congregation, and Resurgency.

In 2023, the band released a live rehearsal tape, Satanas Rebirth, featuring three new songs from the upcoming full-length Golgothian Orgies of Bestial Lust: “Satanas Rebirth,” “Thorns Upon The Head Of The Carrion,” and “Son Of Loss… Judas Goat”. That same year, Colombian label Tribulation Prods issued a compilation of Necrochakal’s early material, available in 400 digipack copies.

With Golgothian Orgies of Bestial Lust, Necrochakal continues its crusade of unfiltered black/thrash metal, delivering an uncompromising assault of desecration, sacrilege, and violent rituals.

SUDDEN DEATH: Italian death metallers sign to Time To Kill Records

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Italian death metallers SUDDEN DEATH have signed to Time To Kill Records for the release of their fourth album, “In Sinner Hate”.
Their most blisteringly furious, ambitious, and eclectic record to date, “In Sinner Hate” delivers eleven tracks of brutal death metal mixed with elements of old-school heaviness.
The album was mixed and mastered by Stefano “Saul” Morabito (Fleshgod Apocalypse, Hour Of Penance, Hideous Divinity), with additional recordings by Marco “Cinghio” Mastrobuono (Hour Of Penance, Shores Of Null) and Giuseppe Orlando (Novembre, Stormlord).
Watch for more details on the new album release, new tour updates, and more news on other upcoming SUDDEN DEATH activities to be posted shortly.
Formed in 1997, SUDDEN DEATH are a death metal band hailing from Genzano (Rome). The band’s sound, initially inspired by the rawest old school death-thrash metal waves, slowly and progressively developed into a more brutal style, influenced by Cannibal Corpse and early Deicide. Nowadays the band set forth on a masterclass in technical and claustrophobic death metal with dense and intertwining guitars, sudden tempo and metric changes and more consistent and exasperated vocal parts.
So far the band has released three albums – “Devoured Inside” (self-produced) in 2001, “Injection of Hate” (Deadbang Records) in 2004, and “Monolith of Sorrow” (Killerpool Records) in 2015 – and the EP “Stillborn” (Art Gates Records) in 2018.
SUDDEN DEATH have played several shows throughout the Italian peninsula and around Europe, sharing the stage with important acts such as Suffocation, Gorgoroth, Vader, Napalm Death, Exodus, Dark Tranquility, Possessed, Pestilence and many others.

Line-up:Luis Maggio – Vocals
Giorgio “Giorgioni” Cifuni – Guitar
Francesca Mancini – Guitar
Giuseppe Ciurleo – Bass
Emanuele Aleo – Drums

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Into Eternity to Headline ProgStorm, Canada’s First Progressive Metal Festival!

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Montréal (CA) – Prepare for ProgStorm, Canada’s first progressive metal festival! Into Eternity, one of the most respected names in progressive metal, will headline the inaugural ProgStorm Festival in Montréal on August 9, 2025. This marks the band’s highly anticipated return to the city, where they haven’t performed in several years. Fans will be able to experience their unique fusion of progressive, death, and power metal, as Into Eternity closes the first day of this one-of-a-kind event at Le Ministère.

Into Eternity has a rich history with Montréal, having shared the stage with some of the biggest names in metal at the Bell Centre. In 2006, they performed during Gigantour alongside Megadeth, Opeth, Lamb of God, and Arch Enemy, leaving an unforgettable mark on the Montréal metal scene. They returned in 2007 to perform again at the Bell Centre with Dream Theater and Redemption, further solidifying their place in the legacy of progressive metal. Now, their long-awaited return to Montréal for ProgStorm Festival is set to captivate fans in a more intimate setting, making this a truly special moment for the band and their loyal followers. Stu Block, the band’s lead vocalist, also known for his work with Iced Earth, adds to the excitement, making this performance a must-see for fans of both progressive and traditional metal. A few words from founding member and lead guitarist, Tim Roth:

“Into Eternity is pleased to announce we are finally coming back to the great Heavy Metal city of Montreal! We will be headlining the ProgStorm Festival in August 2025. It is going to be incredible to finally come back to the Heavy Metal Capital of Canada Montreal Quebec! Rehearsals will be starting shortly and we are planning a great new Into Eternity setlist. We have fond memories of playing the Bell Centre in Montreal on our Tour with Megadeth and then again when we toured with Dream Theater. Montreal has always been a favourite city of ours to play from clubs to arenas. Thanks to the ProgStorm Festival team for inviting us to perform. Hopefully we will see some of our old friends at the show. See you all this August!”

The ProgStorm Festival, presented by The Progspace and organized by Metal Shed Productions and collaborators, will be Canada’s first-ever festival dedicated entirely to the progressive metal genre. Scheduled for August 9th and 10th, 2025, this festival is set to showcase a diverse range of progressive metal sub-genres, from the classic sounds to the most experimental and extreme.

The Dark & The Divine Release Official Video for Debut Single “Inside My Head”

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Goth metal project The Dark & The Divine have released the official video for their debut single, “Inside My Head”, featuring season 10 American Idol contestant Adam Curry on vocals and guitar, alongside Andrew Bordoni on guitar, bass, and keys. The track also includes guest drummers Brody Simpson and Dirk Verbeuren.

While “Inside My Head” may seem like an unusual choice for a first single, the band felt strongly about its message.

“This song shows the softer side of what we have been preparing, but we felt the theme was timely and important to us,” the band shares. “So many of us are struggling with anxiety, and we hope this song strikes a chord with those who listen.”

Aeon Empire Releases Second Single “Sitting On A Wall”

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Rock band Aeon Empire are back with their second single, Sitting on a Wall.

Their debut single, All Your Dreams, came out just a month ago and is already closing in on 200K plays on YouTube, showing that people are paying attention. Now, with Sitting on a Wall, Aeon Empire keep that momentum going, delivering another track that’s ready to be heard.

Dive into the timeless sound of Sitting on a Wall, the new track from rock band Aeon Empire.

With its infectious riff that hooks you from the first note, “Sitting on a Wall” blends classic rock vibes with a modern twist, creating an anthem for those moments where time seems to pause.

This song doesn’t just speak; it sings to the soul about the beauty of the present, the inevitability of change, and the silent promise of tomorrow. With its memorable chorus and thought-provoking lyrics, “Sitting on a Wall” is not just a song; it’s an experience, inviting listeners to join in this moment of reflection and hope.

Perfect for your playlist when you need a reminder to enjoy the now, before it blows away with the wind.

Paul Gerard Reed, who wrote the lyrics, shares:
“I was inspired to write the words by those rare and fleeting moments when a kind of inner peace takes over. For a brief spell, your life and the world seem to be in harmony, and all your loved ones are safe and well. The memory of that moment stays with you forever. I wanted the lyrics and music to transport the listener back to their own precious times when they have experienced those magical feelings.”

Their diverse backgrounds bring a dynamic edge to their music, blending raw rock energy with melodic hooks and international influences. With a clear vision and a passion for delivering powerful music, Aeon Empire is just getting started.

Thrash-Death Metal Force Atrox Trauma Drops Official Music Video for “I Am the Master (Burning Desire)”

Posted on February 7, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

The relentless thrash-death metal juggernaut Atrox Trauma is back with their latest visual assault: the official music video for “I Am the Master (Burning Desire),” the third single from their highly anticipated second album Where Death Hunts. Set for release on April 18, 2025, via WormHoleDeath Records, the track is an unapologetic anthem of self-empowerment and defiance.

The band describes the track as a visceral declaration of inner strength, channeling lyrics that serve as a battle cry for the disenfranchised:“I am the Master of my fate. I am the captain of my soul. I am the leader on my way. I am the diamond I keep grinding…”
These words fill me with energy as I say them. They empower me as I shout them into the universe, electrifying me completely. It’s like a mantra. When you listen to the song, say these words to yourself, but they’re even more powerful if you say them out loud. Pay attention to the effect.
“I Am the Master (Burning Desire)” is the third music video from our upcoming album, which will be released on April 18th.

Directed by visual artist András Székely, the video mirrors the song’s ferocity, blending stark, cinematic visuals with the band’s signature chaotic energy.

Watch the official video here:

Atrox Trauma was founded in 2008 in Hungary. Their goal, according to the music genre, was clear from the beginning: thrash metal with death metal influences. The band recorded 2 EPs during its earlier years besides performing on live gigs. The band’s strength increased in 2019, and they have been spinning at an unstoppable speed since then. It gave a series of concerts in its motherland and countries in the neighborhood. The band creates a huge listener experience with its tight, intense, fast, and face-tearing music.
In 2022 they released their first LP called ‘On The Line Of Nothing And Something’ by the Italian label WormHoleDeath.The listener can experience everything from intense immersion to melodic thrash metal. Four music videos provide visual support for the fan-approachable experience.
By the end of 2024, they took the stage in many countries, performing in tours and festivals, and recorded their second LP ”Where Death Hunts”.Line up:
Imre Török – Vocal, guitar
András Székely – Lead guitar
Gyula Tábori – Bass guitar
Gergely Győri – Drums

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