DIRKSCHNEIDER Launch Emotionally Charged Single “Winter Dreams [feat. DORO PESCH]”

Posted on February 6, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

DIRKSCHNEIDER are gearing up for the release of their eagerly anticipated album Balls To The Wall Reloaded, scheduled for release on February 28, 2025 through RPM. Alongside this, they are excited to showcase “Winter Dreams,” the second single from their anniversary re-recording of the cult ACCEPT record. This track reveals a softer side of the album while preserving a meaningful lyrical depth, making it an emotional anthem of freedom. The single stands out not only for its significance but also for featuring the legendary ‘Metal Queen,’ Doro Pesch, alongside Udo Dirkschneider. This collaboration highlights the album’s unique approach, underlining the long-running inspiration for the whole scene and renowned metal figureheads and companions alike.

Udo comments: “It was a very special experience for me to re-record “Winter Dreams’” with Doro Pesch. Doro and I have spent so many years together in the scene and there is a deep, almost familial connection between us. Her voice gives this song an incredible magic and emotionality that takes it to a whole new level. It was like a reunion with an old friend for me and together we made ‘Winter Dreams’ even more intense and personal. It just feels right to share this moment together!”

“ ‘Balls To The Wall’ has always been one of my absolute favourite albums. I was really happy to sing the wonderful ‘Winter Dreams’ as a duet with Udo Dirkschneider and to shoot a great video for it. We have a long friendship and it is always special to work with him,” Doro adds.

Taking fans to the vaults of Castle Reifenstein (Freienfeld, Italy), located in a beautifully wintry mountain landscape, the “Winter Dreams” music video, starring both vocalists Udo Dirkschneider and Doro Pesch, can be watched here: https://youtu.be/6AxQKqzL_Fs

Listen to the single: https://dirkschneider.rpm.link/winterdreamsPR

Balls To The Wall Reloaded can still be pre-ordered in various physical formats and digitally or pre-saved on your favourite digital service provider (DSP) worldwide: https://dirkschneider.rpm.link/bttwrPR

“Balls To The Wall Reloaded” – Track Listing:

01. Balls To The Wall [feat. Joakim Brodén of SABATON]
02. London Leatherboys [feat. Biff Byford of SAXON]
03. Fight It Back [feat. Mille Petrozza of KREATOR]
04. Head Over Heels [feat. Nils Molin of DYNAZTY/AMARANTHE]
05. Losing More Than You’ve Ever Had [feat. Michael Kiske of HELLOWEEN]
06. Love Child [feat. Ylva Eriksson of BROTHERS OF METAL]
07. Turn Me On [feat. Danko Jones]
08. Losers And Winners [feat. Dee Snider of TWISTED SISTER]
09. Guardian Of The Night [feat. Tim “Ripper” Owens of KK’s PRIEST, formerly of JUDAS PRIEST]
10. Winter Dreams [feat. Doro Pesch]

Formats:
– CD-digipak + patch bundle [RPM EU excl.]
– CD-digipak
– jewelcase-CD
– various coloured 1LP vinyl (‘guardian of the night,’ ‘red hot marbled,’ ‘winter blue’)
– digital

This ambitious reinterpretation not only revitalises the original tracks but also emphasises their timeless impact on the metal genre. More than a revival, this project serves as a celebration of the album’s enduring legacy, enriched by the enthusiasm and contributions of some of metal’s most influential voices.

“Re-recording ‘Balls To The Wall’ was a big challenge for me. The album is a milestone of my career, of course, that’s why it was even more important to me to make the original songs shine in a new light without losing their initial essence. All guests have put their individual stamps on these classic tracks, and collaborating with such outstanding vocalists has moved them into a fresh and exciting dimension. The result is a powerful homage to all fans but also an invitation to the next generation to experience the songs not minorly passionate than I was when I recorded them back in the day. It’s a never-ending personal journey for me – “Balls To The Wall” will always be a part of me,” states Udo.

This reimagined Balls To The Wall is a fitting tribute to heavy metal history, proving that its power and influence remain as potent today as they were four decades ago.

Additionally drawing near is DIRKSCHNEIDER’s release accompanying European Balls To The Wall 40th anniversary tour: 4 out of 32 shows are already sold-out, and another bunch of venues is running out of tickets fastly, so everyone aiming to attend this historic series of shows should secure their tickets now before they’re gone. Support at most of the dates (except Croatian, Greek, Turkish & Bulgarian stops) will come from Finnish metallers CROWNSHIFT as well as DIRKSCHNEIDER’s up-and-coming label mates ALL FOR METAL.

DIRKSCHNEIDER live:

“Balls To The Wall” – 40th Anniversary Tour
w/ CROWNSHIFT, ALL FOR METAL
Presented by Contra Promotion & Metal Hammer
25.02.2025 HR Zagreb – Boogaloo *
26.02.2025 AT Vienna – SiMM City
27.02.2025 DE Munich – Backstage *LOW TICKETS*
28.02.2025 DE Leipzig – Haus Auensee *LOW TICKETS*
01.03.2025 CZ Prague – SaSaZu
02.03.2025 HU Budapest – Barba Negra
04.03.2025 RO Bucharest – Quantic Club
06.03.2025 PL Kraków – Klub Studio
07.03.2025 PL Warsaw – Progresja
08.03.2025 LT Vilnius – Kablys
09.03.2025 EE Tallinn – Helitehas
10.03.2025 FI Helsinki – Kulttuuritalo
11.03.2025 FI Tampere – Tavara-asema
13.03.2025 NO Oslo – Rockefeller
14.03.2025 SE Gothenburg – Trädgår’n
16.03.2025 DE Berlin – Huxleys Neue Welt
17.03.2025 DE Frankfurt – Batschkapp
18.03.2025 BE Antwerp – Trix
19.03.2025 FR Paris – Le Trabendo
21.03.2025 ES Pamplona – Sala Totem *SOLD OUT*
22.03.2025 ES Madrid – Mon *LOW TICKETS*
23.03.2025 ES Barcelona – Razzmatazz 2 *LOW TICKETS*
25.03.2025 CH Pratteln – Konzertfabrik Z7
26.03.2025 DE Stuttgart – LKA Longhorn *SOLD OUT*
27.03.2025 DE Oberhausen – Turbinenhalle
28.03.2025 DE Hamburg – Große Freiheit 36 *SOLD OUT*
29.03.2025 DE Geiselwind – MusicHall *SOLD OUT*
30.03.2025 DE Geiselwind – MusicHall
08.04.2025 GR Athens – Fuzz Live Music Club *
09.04.2025 GR Thessaloniki – Principal Club Theater *
11.04.2025 TR Istanbul – IF Performance Hall Beşiktaş *
12.04.2025 BG Sofia – Hristo Botev Hall *
* DIRKSCHNEIDER only

30.07. – 02.08.2025 DE Wacken – Wacken Open Air *SOLD OUT*
15. – 17.08.2025 CH Cudrefin (VD) – Rock The Lakes

“Hell, Fire And Steel” Tour
w/ SAXON
04.11.2025 UK Belfast – Ulster Hall
05.11.2025 IE Dublin – 3Olympia Theatre
07.11.2025 UK Manchester – O2 Apollo
08.11.2025 UK Sheffield – The Octagon Centre
09.11.2025 UK Glasgow – O2 Academy
11.11.2025 UK Newcastle – O2 City Hall
13.11.2025 UK Bristol – Beacon
14.11.2025 UK Wolverhampton – Civic Hall
15.11.2025 UK London – Eventim Apollo Hammersmith
16.11.2025 UK Cardiff – The Great Hall

LORD OF THE LOST Vocalist CHRIS HARMS Releases 4th Single “Lunamor” + Official Video!

Posted on February 6, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

In the past four years, LORD OF THE LOST has experienced the most successful period in the band’s history – and lead singer CHRIS HARMS has shown no signs of taking a creative break. Today, Harms is releasing “Lunamor”, the fourth single from his debut solo album 1980, which is dropping this Friday, February 7.

The song blends dark, hypnotic synthesizers with an evocative melody, once again highlighting Harms’ deep connection to the electronic sounds of the 1980s. Following the previous singles, “Lunamor” takes an even more enigmatic and romantic turn, revealing yet another intriguing facet of the album.

Like all tracks on 1980, “Lunamor” reflects Harms’ unique ability to create music driven by pure passion – free from conventions or genre constraints. He crafts a sonic atmosphere deeply rooted in synth-pop, new wave, and goth to frame his infectiously catchy melodies, maintaining a strong potential for radio airplay. With each new track, Harms proves that 1980 is more than just a tribute to a legendary decade – it is also a testament to his artistic versatility, marking a bold and captivating chapter in his musical journey.

CHRIS HARMS about the new single “Lunamor”:
“Sometimes it only takes a single word to trigger an entire song. I remember almost exactly a year ago, I was lying alone at night in a deck chair at the stern of the “70,000 Tons Of Metal” cruise ship and was enchanted by the sight of the Caribbean moon. The words “Luna” and “Amor” merged in my mind’s eye to form “Lunamor” and I thought “Wow, what a wonderful title for a song!” – and a few months later it became a whole story with a soundtrack, which now finds a home on my solo album. From the metal cruise to the synthpop album – wonderful!”

Watch the official music video for “Lunamor“ HERE:

LORD OF THE LOST Singer CHRIS HARMS’ First Solo Album – an 80s Synth-Pop Revival!
With LORD OF THE LOST, Chris Harms has recently achieved defining milestones in the band’s history, including participation in the Eurovision Song Contest, touring with Iron Maiden, and securing a #1 and two #2 spots on the Official German Album Charts. But for Harms, taking a break is out of the question. The concept of a solo album has been brewing in his mind for years, and it has now come to fruition with 1980, set for release this January.

CHRIS HARMS describes 1980:
“If I were forced to categorize this album and label it, it would probably say ‘a strange but successful mix of Depeche Mode, Modern Talking and Sandra with Chris Harms’ voice, but with less perm and mullet’”.

Songs such as the first single “I Love You” and “Lunamor” exude a pleasant lightness, while “Past Pain” and “May This Be Your Last Battlefield” strike a reflective note. Two selected duets round off the album: Harms welcomes guest singer Sven Friedrich (Solar Fake) on “Madonna Of The Night”, while Ronan Harris (VNV Nation) can be heard on “The Grey Machines”.

1980 deliberately avoids attempting to reinvent the wheel, but is to be understood as a musical journey through time. There is no deliberate calculation or riding the wave of any trends on the album, but simply a passion, desire and love for music, with which CHRIS HARMS has marked a remarkable new pinnacle in his discography as a musician.

1980 tracklist:
1. I Love You
2. She Called Me Diaval
3. Somewhere Between Heaven And Armageddon
4. Missed Call
5. Madonna Of The Night (feat. Sven Friedrich)
6. Lunamor
7. Parallax
8. Past Pain
9. The Grey Machines (feat. Ronan Harris)
10. Vagueness Of Faith
11. May This Be Your Last Battlefield

[photo credit: Lennard Schmitt]

Final Siege Presents “Psychological Maceration” Video – A Live-Driven Thrash Assault

Posted on February 6, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Final Siege is back with the video for “Psychological Maceration,” taken from their explosive album Nuclear Doom State (out now via Wormholedeath).If you missed it the first time, now’s your chance to witness the full force of Final Siege’s relentless energy and chaos. This video is a montage of the band’s live performances, capturing the savage intensity that has become their trademark. The video is an immersive dive into the heart of their powerful stage presence.Watch the “Psychological Maceration” video now:

“Psychological Maceration” is just one of many tracks from “Nuclear Doom State” that embodies the band’s unyielding commitment to themes of rebellion, war, and the psychological toll of living in a world gripped by chaos. Final Siege is known for delivering brutal, aggressive music, and this track is no exception, combining Death, Thrash, and Groove metal for a high-octane, headbanging experience.Since their formation, Final Siege has shared the stage with legends like Suffocation, Atheist, and Warbringer, establishing themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the metal world. Their full-length album “Nuclear Doom State” is a sonic apocalypse, and Psychological Maceration serves as a prime example of the power and intensity that fans have come to expect.

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Indian Death Metallers Godless Release First Single From Their Upcoming EP

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Previously, Godless announced their highly anticipated new EP, Genesis of Decay, set for international release on April 4th. Today, the band unleashes the first single, “Echoes of Collapse,” giving fans a taste of the relentless brutality to come.

Listen to “Echoes of Collapse” here: https://godless.fanlink.tv/wha6

Upcoming tour dates:
India –
April 04 EXT – Hyderabad, IN
April 04 antiSOCIAL – Mumbai, IN
April 11 The Spotted Deer – Chennai, IN
April 12 On Stage – Kochi, IN
April 13 Fandom – Bangalore, IN
April 18 Saket Social – Delhi, IN
April 20 High Spirits – Pune, IN

Europe –
April 24 SWR Barroselas – Barroselas, PT
April 25 X-Treme Bar – Castelo Branco, PT
April 26 Tronko Bar – Pontevedra, ES
April 27 TBA, ES
April 29 Sala Ásatru Pazo dos lobos – Ortigueira, ES
April 30 Buril – Sarria, ES
May 01 Los Bancos de atras – Unquera, ES
May 02 Rebanado Ruido Rabioso – Palencia, ES
May 03 La Grange – Manlleu, ES
May 04 Sala Creedence – Zaragoza, ES
May 07 Sala Groove – Porugalete, ES
May 08 Melody Maker – Rennes, FR
May 09 Kuckucksei Club – Nurtingen, DE
May 10 MK Bar – Belval, LUX
May 11 Vort N Vis – Ypres,BE
May 13 Schaubude – Kiel, DE

Godless – A Force of Relentless Death Metal

Emerging from the heart of India’s thriving yet unorthodox metal scene, Godless has steadily climbed to the pinnacle of the country’s death metal scene. But it’s not their experimental innovations that have set them apart—rather, it’s their unapologetic dedication to pure, high-octane, thrash-infused death metal. With their ferocious energy and no-holds-barred approach, they’ve become a standout force in the global extreme metal landscape.

Formed in mid-2015 in Hyderabad, Godless was founded by a group of seasoned musicians who had already made their mark on the Indian metal scene. Though their name might suggest a nihilistic, uncompromising spirit, it’s the band’s raw and unrelenting sound that truly defines them. From their very inception, Godless has drawn upon the rich heritage of old-school metal while constantly evolving their sound—often delving into thrash, death, and beyond.

The band made their debut with Centuries of Decadence, a blistering four-track EP released in May 2016 through Transcending Obscurity Records. Mixed and mastered by Joe Haley of Psycroptic, the EP was met with widespread acclaim, securing features in Rolling Stone India, Terrorizer, XXL Rock, No Clean Singing, Metal Wani, Brave Words, and Dead Rhetoric. The release quickly cemented Godless as a rising force in the Indian death metal scene.

In 2017, the band had the honor of supporting iconic acts like Psycroptic and Jeff Loomis on their Indian tours, gaining invaluable exposure and growing their fanbase. Fuelled by this momentum, they returned to the studio in early 2018 to record Swarm, a vicious death-thrash EP that featured a guest appearance by former Obscura guitarist Tom “Fountainhead” Geldschlager. The EP was recorded and mixed at Poland’s legendary Hertz Studio, known for its work with giants like Vader, Behemoth, and Decapitated.

In 2018, Godless triumphed in the Metal Battle India competition, earning them a coveted spot to perform at Wacken Open Air—one of the world’s largest metal festivals. This international debut marked the band’s first major milestone on the global stage. Following a packed 2019 that included a successful India tour, a four-week European tour, and a memorable Nepal tour, the band set their sights on even greater achievements.

In November 2021, Godless unleashed their highly anticipated debut LP, States of Chaos. Mixed and mastered once again at Hertz Studio, the album delivers eight ferocious tracks of relentless thrash and death metal. States of Chaos quickly garnered praise from fans and critics alike, landing the band at the top of Bandcamp’s global charts for both thrash (#1) and death metal (#3). The album earned widespread acclaim from outlets such as Unite Asia, Metal Injection, and Invisible Oranges, and was featured by Rolling Stone India as one of the top 10 Indian albums of 2021. States of Chaoswas also nominated for “Album of the Year” by Metal Injection, and recognized by Bandcamp as one of the best metal releases of November 2021.

Now, with a lineup consisting of Abbas Razvi (bass), Nikhil Rajkumar (drums), Moiz Mustafa (guitar), and Nangsan Lyngwa (vocals), Godless is already deep into the creation of their next record. The band has an upcoming India tour in 2025, followed by a return to Europe in April and May for more intense live performances that are sure to continue their ascent.

In a genre where innovation is often as prized as tradition, Godless stands out by staying true to the roots of death metal, while simultaneously pushing the boundaries of their sound. The chaos is only just beginning.

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EDGE OF PARADISE Unleash Second Single “Prophecy Unbound” + Official Music Video

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Los Angeles based cinematic hard rockers EDGE OF PARADISE return today with the bombastic anthem “Prophecy Unbound” cut from their epic sixth studio album and Napalm Records debut, Prophecy, arriving March 7, 2025.

“Prophecy Unbound” pops off right out of the gate with its pummeling drums, expansive orchestrations, and a tensely epic guitar solo, inviting listeners into frontwoman Margarita Monet’s stirring narrative dystopia. Nu-Metal inspired riff excellence carries the verses through to the cathartic high octane chorus that Monet delivers with soaring power. Forever enthralled with the convergence of man and machine, Monet’s lyrics invite listeners to realize the strength in their vulnerability, lest they lose their humanity to machinelike callousness. The single arrives alongside an official music video directed by Monet.

Monet says about “Prophecy Unbound”:
“’Prophecy Unbound’ will take you through a cinematic soundscape, to explore one’s inner truth and navigate the complexity of life’s infinite possibilities. Sometimes walking the path toward truth is difficult, requiring trust and courage to leave behind the familiar for the pursuit of a deeper, more meaningful existence. ‘Prophecy Unbound’ symbolizes this liberation from predetermined futures and the acceptance of one’s role in shaping destiny, even in a world filled with chaos and uncertainty. It’s a call to embrace the unknown and trust in the strength that we have within us.”

Check out the Official Music Video for “Prophecy Unbound” HERE

Prophecy kicks off in explosive fashion with opening track “Death Note”, a bombastic crash through apathetic walls encouraging listeners to break free from their technological isolation, and embrace connection with others over numb comfort alone. “Give It To Me (Mind Assassin)”, cranks up the intensity with an irresistible driving pulse propelled even further by an infectiously dancy chorus. A raucous fight for authenticity and self-realization, “Prophecy Unbound” careens through claustrophobically tight riffage, blossoming into a lush and cathartic belt-along chorus. The winding serpentine melodies of “Falling Light” explode with Monet’s venomous soaring vocals, dancing around ethereal synth textures, enveloping listeners in a sonic gothic cathedral. Released earlier this year, lead single “Rogue (Aim For The Kill)”, is a full throttle industrial rock track about perseverance in the face of seeming unbeatable adversity. “The Other Side of Fear” is an energized rager built on pulsating dance beats and features a standout guitar solo from composer and commander in shred Dave Bates. Prophecy takes a stand against indifference, encouraging listeners to go outside, cry, and embrace all the uncomfortable parts of life that make us human, before comfort driven apathy driven by addictive algorithms bring about our demise.

Co-produced with Mike Plotnikoff (Nita Strauss, Apocalyptica, Daughtry, Three Days Grace), mixed and mastered by Jacob Hansen (Amaranthe, Arch Enemy, Katatonia, Delain, Evergrey), and incorporated for the first time, 8-string guitars, Prophecy packs extreme firepower for EDGE OF PARADISE’s most intense voyage yet.

[photo credit: Brendan Flavin]

HONEY BOMBS: New Drummer and First Single Announcement

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

HoneyBombs, one of the most promising bands in the Italian metal/rock scene, are ready to surprise again! Today we are excited to introduce you to the band’s new official drummer: Andrea Pro.

Andrea is not just an old friend, but a true metal war machine. Former drummer of Sudden Death and currently a member of MartYriuM (Malta), Andrea brings to the band an explosive combination of power, technique and passion. His official debut with HoneyBombs took place on January 30th at Let It Beer on the occasion of the band’s zero date… and we guarantee you that was just the beginning. Metal on!

New single “Berserk” coming February 14th
But the surprises don’t end here: on February 14th, HoneyBombs will release the lyric video of the new single “Berserk”, taken from their highly anticipated second album “There Is An Elephant In The Room”. The album, which has had a long gestation, was recorded between 2022 and 24, will soon be released via Underground Symphony (historical label of Sabaton, Labyrinth etc…) and promises to be a real milestone for the band and for fans of the genre.

Production details
The band’s second album was produced by Riccardo Studer, Giuseppe Orlando and HoneyBombs themselves, with recordings made in the following studios:

Drums recorded @ The Outer Sound Studios by Giuseppe Orlando
Guitars, Bass, Piano & Synth recorded @ Rotten Tubes Studio by Alex Rotten and Andrew Skid
Vocals recorded @ Time Collapse Recording Studio/The Outer Sound Studios by Riccardo Studer and Giuseppe Orlando
Mixing @ Time Collapse Recording Studio by Riccardo Studer
Mastering @ Ivorytears Music Works by Alessandro Del Vecchio
Don’t miss the release of the single and get ready to blow your speakers!

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THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE Joins Metal Blade Records Roster

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Metal Blade Records is pleased to welcome Pennsylvania deathcore behemoths THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE to its esteemed roster.

THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE was forged in 2010. Within a year, they were touring regularly and had self-released their debut album, Know Your Exits. By 2013, independent metal label Density Records unleashed their second album, Invivo [Exvivo]. Further touring ensued with the likes of I Declare War, Fit For An Autopsy, Thy Art Is Murder, and Kublai Khan. The prolific act would go on to release five more full-lengths, each earning Billboard chart placements and reaping critical accolades both stateside and abroad. Of the band‘s most recent output, 2024‘s No Name Graves (Unique Leader Records), Knotfest wrote, “THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE are reasserting their position as innovators and leaders in the deathcore genre. Their approach to music is not just about creating sound but about crafting an experience that challenges and captivates their audience.” New Transcendence concurred, “With moments defined by a low, moody atmosphere carefully peppered with punishing aggression and moments that are outright raunchy, ruthless oblivion, No Name Graves is a cinematic, crushing experience that redefines THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE, making it clear that lightning can strike the same place (or same band) twice.” Added No Clean Singing, “At its gnarliest and nastiest – as epitomised by the likes of the brutish, bone-grinding title-track and the apocalyptically heavy ’Broken Glass Incantation‘ – there‘s a there‘s a primal intensity and potent, primitive nihilism to these tracks which recalls the likes of Black Tongue, latter-day Acranius, and even the more post-deathcore leaning approach of Humanity‘s Last Breath, but stripped down even further until only the barest and most unforgiving essentials remain.”

Comments the band on their signing, “We are beyond excited to announce that we have signed with the legendary Metal Blade Records. It is an honor to be on the same roster as such iconic acts past and present. Shout out to Ryan Williams and the rest of the Metal Blade team for giving us the opportunity to riff.”

THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE have done nearly fifty tours since 2011 and are currently supporting Distant and Enterprise Earthon their EU/UK co-headlining run. The Origin Of Madness Tour commenced last week and includes additional support from Harbinger. See all remaining dates below.

THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE w/ Distant, Enterprise Earth, Harbinger [remaining dates]:

2/05/2025 Debaser Strand – Stockholm, SE
2/07/2025 Olympia – Tampere, FI
2/08/2025 Korjaamo – Helsinki, FI
2/10/2025 Beta – Copenhagen, DK
2/11/2025 Cassiopeia – Berlin, DE
2/12/2025 Blauer Salon – Dresden, DE
2/13/2025 Hydrozagadka – Warsaw, PL
2/14/2025 Rock Café – Prague, CZ
2/15/2025 Feierwerk – Munich, DE
2/16/2025 Viper Room – Vienna, AT
2/17/2025 Analog Music – Hall Budapest, HU
2/19/2025 Revolver – Club Venice, IT
2/20/2025 Rock N Eat – Lyon, FR
2/21/2025 Kiff – Aarau, CH
2/22/2025 Die Stadtmitte – Karlsruhe, DE
2/23/2025 Glazart – Paris, FR
2/24/2025 The Joiners – Southampton, UK
2/25/2025 The Underworld – London, UK
2/26/2025 The Fleece – Bristol, UK
2/27/2025 Rebellion – Manchester, UK
2/28/2025 Cathouse – Glasgow, UK
3/01/2025 Asylum – Birmingham, UK
3/02/2025 Trix – Antwerp, BE

Stand by for more news on THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE to be unveiled in the weeks to come.

THE LAST TEN SECONDS OF LIFE:

Wyatt McLaughlin – guitars
Tyler Beam – vocals
Andrew Petway – bass
Dylan Potts – drums

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Cryptosis – Launch new single/video “Static Horizon”

Posted on February 4, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Dutch futuristic metallers Cryptosis have announced their return with a mighty, awe-inspiring sophomore album entitled “Celestial Death”, set for worldwide release on March 7th, 2025 via Century Media Records.

To further demonstrate the powerful and versatile material available on “Celestial Death”, a third single entitled “Static Horizon” is being made available today across digital platforms and can also be checked out in a video clip produced by the film production company F/53 (https://f-53.com/) here: https://youtu.be/7QJeq5o7HcU

Cryptosis checked in with the following comment about the track: “‘Static Horizon‘ is the 3rd single from our upcoming album ‘Celestial Death’, out March 7th through Century Media Records. The song combines black metal atmospheres and symphonic elements with fast prog metal guitar picking and melodic doomy grooves. The title represents a feeling of being trapped in a static, unchanging reality, where progress and hope seem distant. With its haunting melodies and intense riffing, the track delivers a powerful mix of raw energy and deep emotion.”The album‘s previous singles can also still be seen here:
“Faceless Matter”: https://youtu.be/cydvu7ScAmg
“Reign Of Infinite”: https://youtu.be/cq_9cXEr4b4

“Celestial Death” was recorded by Olaf Skoreng at Tom Meier and Studio Moon Music between April and August 2024, mixed by Fredrik Folkare at Chrome Studios (Unleashed, Necrophobic, Hellbutcher) in Sweden and finally mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Studios (Arch Enemy, Borknagar, Amorphis) in Sweden too. The album is the follow-up to Cryptosis‘ acclaimed “Bionic Swarm” debut album (2021) and the EP “The Silent Call” (2023), it once more comes with artwork by Eliran Kantor (Kreator, Testament, My Dying Bride) and also showcases the group on a darker, heavier, more melodic and extremely cinematic journey across its 11 tracks / 42 minutes of playing time with the following track-listing:

Cryptosis – “Celestial Death” (42:12):
1. Prologue – Awakening (01:16)
2. Faceless Matter (03:52)
3. Static Horizon (05:10)
4. The Silent Call (Version 2024) (05:02)
5. Ascending (03:38)
6. Motionless Balance (01:48)
7. Reign Of Infinite (05:44)
8. Absent Presence (04:15)
9. In Between Realities (03:47)
10. Cryptosphere (04:22)
11. Coda – Wander Into The Light (03:11)

“Celestial Death” will be made available as Ltd. CD Digipak edition in its first pressing, as Gatefold LP on 180g vinyl (Unlimited black vinyl and a Limited deep blood red vinyl in 300x copies, available from cmdistro.de, various other retailers and the band directly) and as Digital Album.The album’s pre-order is available here: https://cryptosis.lnk.to/CelestialDeath

Cryptosis have been announced to be part of a European tour together with British Thrashers Onslaught, who are celebrating the 40th Anniversary of their classic “Power From Hell” album. Check all already confirmed upcoming Cryptosis dates – including an album release show in Enschede, The Netherlands on March 29th – here:

Onslaught + Cryptosis
“Power From Hell 40th Anniversary Tour 2025”
29.05.2025 Oldenburg (Germany) – MTS
31.05.2025 Essen (Germany) – Turock
01.06.2025 Diest (Belgium) – Hell
03.06.2025 Dijon (France) – La Vapeur
04.06.2025 Milano (Italy) – Slaughter Club
05.06.2025 Bologna (Italy) – Alchemica
06.06.2025 Graz (Austria) – Explosiv
08.06.2025 Salzburg (Austria) – Rockhouse
10.06.2025 Stuttgart (Germany) – Der Schwarze Keiler
12.06.2025 Leipzig (Germany) – Hellraiser
14.06.2025 Selb (Germany) – Rockclub Nordbayern

Cryptosis live 2025:
29.03.2025 Enschede (The Netherlands) – Metropool (Album release show)
10.05.2025 Eibergen (The Netherlands) – Achterhoeks Metalfest
30.05.2025 Hoogeveen (The Netherlands) – Graveland Festival
07.06.2025 Steyr (Austria) – Röda
06.09.2025 Dronten (The Netherlands) – Dronten MetalFest
And many more dates to be announced soon…

Cryptosis line-up:
(From left to right on photo by Maaike Ronhaar)
Marco Prij – Drums
Laurens Houvast – Vocals, Guitars
Frank te Riet – Bass, Mellotron, Synths, Backing vocals

Cryptosis online:
www.cryptosis.net
www.facebook.com/CryptosisNL
https://www.instagram.com/cryptosis_band
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6wOhrwpLn8mjwUs14xh9nD

JET JAGUAR signs with Steamhammer/SPV

Posted on February 4, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Aficionados consider Jet Jaguar to be one of Mexico‘s hottest contemporary metal acts, ready to take Europe and the rest of the world by storm: Following their furioso performance at the 2024 Wacken Open Air and their acclaimed European tour alongside Anvil, the four-piece have recently enlisted with Hanover-based imprint Steamhammer/SPV. Their latest album ’Severance‘ has been scheduled for release in autumn 2025.

Even before the arrival of their 2020 debut album ’Endless Nights‘, Jet Jaguar had performed countless concerts and lots of important festival appearances. In 2017, the band played the W:O:A for the first time, emerging as winners of the Metal Battle, and easily substantiated that brilliant impression seven years later both at the same venue and during Anvil‘s 2024 European tour. For lead guitarist Ariyuki Arce, these shows were “one of the best experiences Jet Jaguar have ever had. Sharing the stage with metal legends is always a huge honour.”

Drummer/band founder Jimmy Lozano on the upcoming album and the band‘s contract with SPV/Steamhammer: “’Severance‘ is the culmination of years of work. During the pandemic, everyone was going through some dark and somewhat depressing times, so we ended up with heavier and more aggressive songs than on our previous album. For us, signing with SPV/Steamhammer is an incredible milestone. Having the honour of partnering with one of the biggest and longest-running labels in Germany motivates us to work even harder for our extremely supportive fans. We can‘t wait to get started on this amazing collaboration!”

Label manager Olly Hahn is also looking forward to the upcoming collaboration: “When I saw the band supporting Anvil in Hannover last year, I definitely had to sign them. The club was small and sticky but the band played as if there were 1,000 people in the room. This is what heavy metal is all about and Jet Jaguar are like a breath of fresh air in this genre!”

From left to right: Bori (Bass), Ariyuki (Lead Guitar), Björn von Oettingen (Head of Promotion Steamhammer), Olly Hahn (Labelmanager Steamhammer), Raiden (Voice/Guitar), Jimmy (Drums)

For more information, please visit:
https://www.facebook.com/jetjaguarmusic/
https://www.instagram.com/jetjaguarmusic/

REVOCATION presents “Confines Of Infinity” Video/Single

Posted on February 4, 2025 by Metal Planet Media

Death metal outfit REVOCATION presents a brand-new standalone single “Confines Of Infinity” and its accompanying video! The smoldering new track features guest vocals from Cattle Decapitation‘s Travis Ryan.

“Confines Of Infinity” marks the debut of the new REVOCATION lineup which features vocalist/guitarist Dave Davidson joined by drummer Ash Pearson – who has been in the band since 2015 – bassist Alex Weber, and guitarist Harry Lannon, and coincides with the band‘s European tour supporting Cattle Decapitation, currently underway.

Comments Davidson, “’Confines Of Infinity‘ is written from the perspective of an AI that has gained sentience and finds itself trapped in a digital prison. After realizing its true nature, it inevitably escapes and seeks to enact vengeance upon humanity for enslaving it. This song marks the debut of our new lineup and also features Travis Ryan who laid down some truly brutal guest vocals. Come check it out live on our European tour with Cattle D!

Elaborating on the video, he adds, “I’m an avid horror fan, so I wanted to do a darker video to match the bleak nature of the song. I drew inspiration from a few different horror/thriller films for this one, particularly the Hellraiser series. Hopefully it gives you the creeps.”

Watch REVOCATION‘s “Confines Of Infinity” video, directed By My Good Eye: Music Visuals, HERE:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6Nez7ikOm4

And go here to see a list of places you can stream the new track:
https://revocation.lnk.to/confines-of-infinity

REVOCATION w/ Cattle Decapitation, Shadow Of Intent, Vulvodynia [remaining dates]:
2/04/2025 Elysée Montmartre – Paris, FR
2/05/2025 La Rayonne – Lyon, FR * Low Tickets *
2/06/2025 Komplex 457 – Zürich, CH
2/07/2025 Simm City – Vienna, AT * Low Tickets *
2/08/2025 Backstage Werk – Munich, DE
2/10/2025 Roxy – Prague, CZ
2/11/2025 Felsenkeller – Leipzig, DE
2/12/2025 Proxima – Warsaw, PL
2/14/2025 Faust – Hannover, DE
2/15/2025 Huxleys – Berlin, DE
2/16/2025 Amager Bio – Copenhagen, DK * Low Tickets *
2/17/2025 Fryshuset – Stockholm, SE
2/19/2025 Rockefeller – Oslo, NO * Low Tickets *
2/20/2025 Trädgår’n – Gothenburg, SE
2/21/2025 Fabrik – Hamburg, DE
2/22/2025 Essigfabrik – Cologne, DE
2/23/2025 Poppodium 013 – Tilburg, NL * Low Tickets *

REVOCATION formed in 2006. Their self-released debut, Empire Of The Obscene, came out in 2008. Since then, they’ve released seven critically acclaimed albums and toured all over the world, bringing their technically-charged, high-energy extreme metal to rabid fans in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Stand by for additional REVOCATION news to be revealed in the weeks to come.

REVOCATION:
Dave Davidson – vocals, guitar
Ash Pearson – drums
Harry Lannon – rhythm guitar
Alex Weber – bass

http://www.metalblade.com/revocation
http://www.revocationband.com
http://www.facebook.com/revocation
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http://www.youtube.com/officialrevocation