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The Metal Asylum Talks To….BREAKDOWN

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Can you tell us about the origin of the band name, a history of the band and a little bit about the various members?

Leo: Hello there!! BreaKdowN BKN was inspired like Destruction, Overkill, Massacre, Devastation etc….we wanted a name that would get us on this direction!

The band started officially in 98, with me and my brother, we were playing covers and started to create music…it was  a magic moment. The band went through some changes , and today it me since the start, then we have Tati, my wife, on the bass…she loves bass and had one for years but on the pandemic times she would say “I will play and join the band” and there she is with this monstrous thunder bass now, and Edu does the drums Edu recorded the first Album and fun fact is he was like 10 years without playing and for the EP he took the drums and nailed it!

Are you all from the same area? How did you get together as a band?

Leo: well, the band started like this, same area etc, today this line up is together because of musical taste purely.

Who are your favourite artists/bands and how have they influenced your own sound?

Leo: We love the honest aggressive music, the rage of punk bands, the metal sound of the 80s and 90s, pointy guitars, walls of Marshalls,  killer riffs and inspiring melodies, too many bands to mention…lets say Kreator, Sepultura, Judas Priest, Testament, Accept, Th Exploited …to mention a few

Did you always have the ambition to be a musician and in a band or did you originally have other plans?

Leo: yes I always had, and I have been somehow in between worlds, as we have parallel jobs as well.But if you love music it never leaves you.

What songs or albums are on your current playlist?

Leo: right now I have some albums from U.D.O, King diamond, Latin music, and some new and underground bands

Do you sing in the shower?

Leo: Sometimes to be honest, life is getting so fast these days!!

Do you have any plans for the band for this year and into next year?

Leo: This year we are releasing “Divide and Konquer” a new EP after years without release, and working on concerts preparation, for the next year or so we will release more music,

Do you currently have any new songs/albums ready to be released?

Leo: in Addition to “Divide and Konquer” that was on 08SEP2024, we are just writing and getting ideas together.

If you could play at any venue in the world where would you choose?

Leo: I believe we all dream about playing these big festivals…as I do, but I believe something epic like The Troubadour

Do you have a favourite album? If so, what is it?

Leo: If I pick one would be Painkiller, it has everything including the best guitar solo in the world, if an Alien arrives on Earth and ask what Metal is, I would play this album.

Do you have any guilty pleasure songs/albums?

Leo: well, I have been listening to a lot of Latin music and world music lately,

If you were putting together the greatest show on earth, who would be playing?

Leo: Wow that is a hard question, I would go to perhaps 91, and get Death, Sepultura, UDO and Judas Priest with their albums from these times!

Can you remember the first album you bought with your own money? What was it and do you still have it?

Leo: I was into Metal and Iron Maiden, but only listening to the Radio songs, I went to a local shop and bought the first two albums in vinyl, I went home and played it loud for like months.

As your fans will be reading this, is there any message you would like to send out to them?

Leo: yes, I would say, Hey I know you are just a few but don’t worry hopefully the family will grow haha, seriously we appreciate all the support received from all the globe, it is a fantastic community  

Finally, let us know all your social media sites so your fans, old and new, can find and follow/like you!

Leo: Yeah, we have all centralized onto our website, where you can find all the links to every social media out there, don’t be a stranger and come say hello!

We, at Metal Planet Media, would like to thank you for your time. Is there is anything further that you would like to add?

Leo: Hey, yeah, thanks for the space, your work supporting small artists is Fantastic!! Check our new EP @divide and Konquer” and let the metal flow!

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The Metal Asylum Talks To Vittorio Sabelli (Notturno)

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– Can you tell us about the origin of the band name, a history of the band and a little bit about the various members?

Notturno was born with the idea of ​​creating music that breathes the darkness and intimacy of the night. Atmospheres and melodies are created in harmony with the most intimate part of ourselves.

– Are you all from the same area? How did you get together as a band?

Notturno is a project composed by me and Kjiel with the addition of the drummer Sven in the first album, while from the second album ‘Inside’ there is the drummer Diego ‘Aeternus’ Tasciotti. Kjiel and I live close by even if we see each other very little. I chose Kjiel because in the extreme music scene she is the only one who manages to have dynamics that go from almost imperceptible whispers to a devastating scream with a unique musical expressiveness. Above all, she is a person with whom I can find an excellent balance inside the project.

– Who are your favourite artists/bands and how have they influenced your own sound?

The first album ‘Obsessions’ is certainly influenced by some bands I was listening to at that time (Coldworld, Nocturnal Depression) but from the second ‘Inside’, Notturno begins to have its own unique characteristics within the Black Metal panorama. The distinctive features are certainly the use of clarinets and piano, in addition to Kjiel’s voice, which makes the project recognizable at first glance.

– Did you always have the ambition to be a musician and in a band or did you originally have other plans?

Being able to do what you love for a living, which is playing music, is already an excellent goal in itself. I honestly never thought I could do better since I was a teenager.

– What songs or albums are on your current playlist?

I still think in the old way, so no playlists but only vinyl and CDs. Lately my listening are focused on the discography of Lifelover and The Cure.

– Do you sing in the shower?

Absolutely not, I’m also a terrible singer, I admit it!

– Do you have any plans for the band for this year and into next year?

The third album ‘Our’ has just been released, again for the label Hypnotic Dirge Records. The second album of the A.M.E.N. project will be released next January for the label My Kingdom Music, together with Erba del Diavolo, the singer of the mighty Ponte del Diavolo. The album will be dedicated to the King of horror: Dario Argento.

– Do you currently have any new songs/albums ready to be released?

In addition to Notturno and A.M.E.N. I’m working on the second INCANTVM album titled “Maleficia”.

– If you could play at any venue in the world where would you choose?

Notturno inside Pere Lachaise in Paris.

– Do you have a favourite album? If so, what is it?

I have more than one but there are at least four that have changed my life, and they are: Miles Davis ‘Kinf of Blue’, Led Zeppelin II, Black Sabbath ‘The Headless Cross’ and ‘Nemesis Divina’ by Satyricon.

– Do you have any guilty pleasure songs/albums?

Absolutely not. I try to listen to what is in tune with my mood every day and still enjoy the pleasure of emotions that only music can give.

– If you were putting together the greatest show on earth, who would be playing?

Very difficult, but I would say Led Zeppelin with Miles Davis and Dimebag Darrell.

– Can you remember the first album you bought with your own money? What was it and do you still have it?

I still have every vinyl, CD or MC from when I was 14th years old. The first MC was Black Sabbath’s The Headless Cross and the first Iron Maiden, also on MC.

– As your fans will be reading this, is there any message you would like to send out to them?

Always to support Underground music, still among the few in which you can find sincerity from those who create it. Of course all the projects can be listened to and possibly purchased on our Bandcamp page: https://dawnofadarkage.bandcamp.com/

– Finally, let us know all your social media sites so your fans, old and new, can find and follow/like you!

On Instagram page, in addition to Bandcamp:

https://www.instagram.com/notturno_black_metal

– We, at The Metal Asylum, would like to thank you for your time. Is there is anything further that you would like to add?

I think we’ve said enough things. I thank you on behalf of Notturno for your interest and we hope to hear from you again in the future.

ALIEN WEAPONRY Takes Aim at Social Media on New Single “1000 Friends”

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“Alien Weaponry are back with a vengeance…” – Revolver Magazine 

New Zealand modern groove metal trio ALIEN WEAPONRY recently announced their heaviest, most powerful and mature offering to date, Te Rā, out March 28, 2025 via Napalm Records. In the hands of veteran producer/mixer Josh Wilbur (Lamb Of God, Gojira, Megadeth) and featuring a guest vocal appearance from longtime ALIEN WEAPONRY champion Randy Blythe of Lamb Of God, Te Rā’s gnashing blend of groove, nu, math and thrash metal shines with anthemic choruses and refreshed technical skill.
 
Today, following the release of the album’s acclaimed first single, “Mau Moko” – a track Revolver, Metal Hammer, Heavy Consequence and others dubbed as one of the best new metal tracks upon release – the band returns again with second single, “1000 Friends”. Warning of the looming societal division and hidden dangers created by social media dependency, the track premieres alongside a brand new music video.
 
Frontman Lewis Raharuhi de Jong says about “1000 Friends”:
“‘1000 Friends’ encapsulates the shifting way we socialize today, and the impact it has on the human psyche. We can often feel disconnected from the outside world. The human mind wasn’t built to comprehend the world we are currently living in.”
Watch the official music video for “1000 Friends” here:

ALIEN WEAPONRY have solidified themselves as one of the greatest young metal bands of their generation with renewed musical tenacity and crucial messaging. Since releasing their acclaimed debut Tū (2018), the band have been lauded for their kinetic presence and sound, as well as their vital blend of culturally profound lyricism in both English and te reo Māori, the indigenous language of New Zealand.
 
With their third full-length album, ALIEN WEAPONRY expand on their hallmark messages of cultural, societal and environmental resilience while delivering their most massive-sounding, focused musical output ever. Te Rā is a bold, unwavering cry for a future in which we can all take part in the legacy of peoples like the Māori and others all around us – people who, if they aren’t seen, most certainly need to be heard! Taken as a whole, Te Rā grapples with what it’s like to be caught in the pull of divergent cultures – not just for the descendants of colonized people, but for all of us.

On Te Rā, listeners can hear the band doubling-down on the aggression in the verses before applying temperance, especially in the case of “Taniwha”, a death metal-leaning banger featuring the particularly raw aforementioned guest vocal from Randy Blythe. Lyrically, there’s a noticeable tilt towards despondency, hopelessness, and frustration on Te Rā. While bassist Tūranga Porowini Morgan-Edmonds’ lyrics in Māori on songs like “Tama-nui-te-rā” and “Ponaturi” draw from the themes of history, battle lore and mysticism that made the first two albums so rich, frontman/guitarist Lewis Raharuhi de Jong’s English-language lyrics illustrate the impact when culture collides with disenfranchisement day to day. “Crown” and “Hanging by a Thread” take us into the headspace where struggle pushes people to the brink of desperation, while on “Blackened Sky” and “1000 Friends”, Lewis addresses universal woes like the looming threat of World War III and the damaging effects of social media. On album closer “Te Kore”, Tūranga dives into primordial nothingness at the root of the Māori origin story, while on “Mau Moko”, he finds the middle ground between these perspectives. As the lyrics honor the traditional Māori practice of face tattooing, they also delve into the social costs of maintaining customs that are at-odds with dominant cultural norms.
 

Te Rā track listing:
1. Crown   
2. Mau Moko   
3. 1000 Friends   
4. Hanging by a Thread   
5. Tama-nui-te-rā   
6. Myself to Blame   
7. Taniwha (feat. Randy Blythe)
8. Blackened Sky   
9. Te Riri o Tāwhirimātea   
10. Ponaturi   
11. Te Kore   

ALIEN WEAPONRY are currently making waves in North America, on tour with metal icon Kerry King! After the tour, the band will headline a home country run of New Zealand. See below for all currently confirmed tour dates.
 

Remaining dates – ALIEN WEAPONRY supporting Kerry King in North America:
w/ special guests Municipal Waste
02/19/25: Mesa, AZ @ Nile Theater
02/21/25: Los Angeles, CA @ The Fonda
02/22/25: Las Vegas, NV @ HOB Vegas 
 
ALIEN WEAPONRY Headlining New Zealand:
03/14/25: Kirikiriroa (Hamilton, NZ) @ Factory
03/15/25: Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington, NZ) @ Jim Beam Homegrown
03/20/25: Ngāmotu (New Plymouth, NZ) @ TSB Showplace
03/21/25: Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland, NZ) @ Powerstation
03/22/25: Ōtautahi (Christchurch, NZ) @ James Hay Theatre
03/23/25: Tāhuna (Queenstown, NZ) @ AJ Hackett Kawarau Bungy Centre
 
ALIEN WEAPONRY is:                      
Henry Te Reiwhati de Jong – Drums, Backing vocals
Lewis Raharuhi de Jong – Guitars, Lead vocals
Tūranga Porowini Morgan-Edmonds – Bass, Backing vocals

WEDNESDAY 13 Announces 10th Studio Album “Mid Death Crisis” + Drops Scandalous New Music Video

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Watch the Scandalous Music Video for New Single “When The Devil Commands” 

After returning in 2022 with his widely-acclaimed full-length album Horrifier (#8 US Top New Artist Albums), as well as several major tours supporting his solo work and celebrated Murderdolls reunion shows, world-renowned fearsome frontman WEDNESDAY 13 is back with another slew of harbingers of horror to slay the masses. His new full-length album, Mid Death Crisis, is set to drop on April 25, 2025 via Napalm Records.

The Duke of Spook himself dubs the album as a fun, campy, “leave-your-brain-at-the-door” ragerand a true return to his hard-rocking roots! Produced by guitarist Alex Kane (Life, Sex & Death, Enuff Z’Nuff, Antiproduct) and mixed by Steve Evetts (The Dillinger Escape Plan, Prong, DevilDriver) the album oozes infectious 80s sleaze metal energy, further accented by a blitzing guest vocal from Faster Pussycat’s Taime Downe.

WEDNESDAY 13 has unveiled the album’s first single, the ultra-catchy “When The Devil Commands”, and its equally raucous, blasphemous new music video. The track stuns with an unforgettable hook, charging arena rock-laden drum production and chugging guitars.

WEDNESDAY 13 comments: 
“Growing up in the 80s, I remember the satanic panic of heavy metal music and parents’ concern over what their kids were listening to. My mother was constantly checking my cassettes and making sure I wasn’t possessed by the devil. Most of the music that I listened to never had any of those themes, but they were just accused of it. So when writing the lyrics to this song, I wrote what I thought would terrify my mother if she had stumbled upon this music. I wanted the lyrics to be upfront and leave no question as to what they were about… the Devil. This song is done in a fun spirit, and we don’t plan on burning any churches in the future.”

Eerie introductory track “There’s No Such Thing As Monsters” vibrates with electricity before industrial-tinged “Decease and Desist” kicks in full blast. WEDNESDAY 13’s trademark crooning wastes no time entering the fold as he careens through the high-octane horror anthem, before tracks like “Rotting Away” and “Blood Storm” ensnare with metallic goth-punk energy that will have crowds moving wall to wall. Featuring Faster Pussycat’s Taime Downe on guest vocals, standout heavy rocker “No Apologies” is a fast-romping exorcism of toxic demons, while the triumphant mini-murder ballad “Decapitation” riles up listeners with a catchy lead riff before making a hard left into a theatrical bridge straight out of a sinister 60s sock hop! Ragers like “In Misery”, “Xanaxtasy” and “Sick and Violent” explore various genres of metal, injecting the album with elements of gripping heaviness for any listener, while downtempo stunners “I Hurt You” and “My Funeral” approach a more pensive territory. 

Although its title, Mid Death Crisis,may suggest otherwise, the Duke of Spook shows zero signs of stopping on this refreshingly powerful and multi-faceted entry into the WEDNESDAY 13 hall of horrific history!

Rockshots Records – BRAVERIDE Unveils New Video “Executioner” Off Upcoming Album “The Great Awakening” Out April 2025

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Epic power metal warriors Braveride return with “Executioner”, the first single from their upcoming album “The Great Awakening” set for release on April 18th, 2025, via Rockshots Records. A battle hymn of unstoppable force, “Executioner” delivers soaring melodies, galloping riffs, and a thunderous rhythm section embodying the band’s signature blend of symphonic and epic power metal.

Alongside the release, Braveride has unveiled an official lyric video, allowing fans to immerse themselves in the song’s powerful themes while following the evocative storytelling of the lyrics. Designed to bring the narrative and emotion of “Executioner” to life, the lyric video enhances the track’s epic and cinematic nature, reinforcing the battle-driven intensity of the song. With striking visuals and a compelling lyrical flow, the video serves as the perfect gateway into the world of “The Great Awakening”, setting the tone for the album’s mythical journey.

Blending the grandiosity of symphonic orchestrations, classic guitar finesse, and a relentless drive, “Executioner” is a perfect showcase of Braveride’s artistic vision—where raw power meets intricate composition. As part of “The Great Awakening”, the track fits seamlessly into the album’s overarching fantasy concept where every song contributes to a mythical world of battles, heroes, and destiny.

With this new chapter, Braveride further solidifies its place in the epic power metal scene, making “Executioner” the perfect introduction to an album set to resonate deeply with fans of Rhapsody of Fire, Blind Guardian, and Manowar.

Founded in 2004 by Marios Christakis, Braveride was created with the vision of blending epic power metal with symphonic elements and a cinematic approach to storytelling. Over the years, the band has evolved refining their sound from the raw energy of their debut “Heroic Deeds” (2006) to the grandeur, more complex compositions featured in “The Great Awakening” (2025).

Inspired by fantasy literature, sword-and-sorcery tales, and epic battles, Braveride’s music transports listeners into mythical worlds. With soaring vocals, galloping rhythms, intricate orchestrations, and classical guitar passages, their sound stands out as a powerful force within the epic power metal landscape. Their ability to balance complexity and melody, creating both immersive full-album experiences and standalone anthems, has earned them a dedicated following among fans of Rhapsody of Fire, Blind Guardian, and Manowar.
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Melodic/Progressive Metallers, SEVERED ANGEL, Releasing When Eternity Ends in March!

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Melodic/Progressive Metal band, Severed Angel, will release their third album, When Eternity Ends, March 28 on No Life ‘Til Metal Records! The official video for the album’s first single, “Through The Eyes of Time,” is out now and available at: youtu.be/2cvWV5nEbRg

Hailing from the Northeastern U.S. (NY & PA), Severed Angel has toiled in the underground for several years, self-releasing their first two albums, yet still managing to reach high levels of success. The band’s sophomore album, Skyward, entered the Top 10 on on the Metal Contraband chart and the Top 25 on the NAAC Top 30 Heavy chart.

In late 2024, the band signed to No Life ‘Til Metal Records, to release third album When Eternity Ends internationally. “We do not like to repeat ourselves,” says lead guitarist, Lou Mavs. “Yes, we have a set idea on what Severed Angel is suppose to sound like, but we never want to sacrifice melody or a good idea. Skyward was an evolution from our self-titled debut, and When Eternity Ends is a further evolution of Skyward. We are proud to partner up with No Life ‘Til Metal Records for the release of When Eternity Ends, an album I think metal fans are hungry for.”

When Eternity Ends is packaged in a jewel case with a 12-page booklet containing lyrics, liner notes, and plenty of band photos.

FFO: Soilwork, Ice Earth, Blind Guardian, Helloween, Dream Theater, Iron Maiden, and Judas Priest.

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Track Listing:

1. The Fall of Rain

2. Through the Eyes of Time

3. Cry Out to the World

4. Shed

5. Like Lightning

6. Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing

7. The Demon’s Alive

8. In My Skin

9. One Life to Live

10. When Eternity Ends

Severed Angel is a metal band from the Northeastern United States (NY and PA) forged to unleash a sonic assault of melodic heavy metal upon the masses.

In 2018, drummer Wayne Noon started the Rat Salad Review network to promote his favorite bands and have fun with a podcast that provides insight to the metal bands that the mainstream media are unaware of. Some of those bands included Timeless Haunt (PA), The Nightmare Stage (NY), Infinite Spectrum (NY), and Tension Rising (NY).

As the original drummer for Phoenix Reign, a NYC-based power metal band, they released an album called Destination Unknown, and toured around the tri-state area. Their final show was at the Gramercy Theater in NYC opening for international recording artists Epica.

In 2019, guitarist Lou Mavs started his podcast (Music Is Life Podcast) discussing his opinions and experience as a musician. Wayne and Lou were friends from the time Phoenix Reign was playing shows in Lou’s native Queens, NY, and Wayne asked Lou if his podcast would join Rat Salad Review as a show on the network, to which he did.

In late 2020, Wayne was preparing the release of his new band Project Resurrect. It was around that time that the music world suffered the loss of Edward Van Halen. Lou and Wayne suggested that they cover a Van Halen song as a tribute to Eddie, and enlisted the services of Timeless Haunt bassist George Dimitri and Thrash Or Die/Combat vocalist Ralph Viera. The cover was released to positive responses. 2021 saw the release of Project Resurrect’s False Reality CD and Rat Salad Review & Friends’ Cover Series, Part 1 EP.

In early 2022, Wayne suggested forming a new original band with Lou, George, The Nightmare Stage keyboardist Marc Muchnik, and Infinite Spectrum bassist/songwriter Alex Repetti (also of Tension Rising and Project SEAR), Lou provided an original demo written 12 years ago called Dogs of War, which was written as entrance music for his cousin – MMA fighter Robby Plotkin (currently a US Army Ranger). Wayne thought the song was perfect for this new project and arranged a new version of it, to which Marc and Alex wrote lyrics, and Lou re-recorded his parts. Upon completion of the song, it was official – Severed Angel was born.

Groove Metal Tornadoes Dosgamos Unveil ‘On Day Seven He Regretted’ Single

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Emerging as a force in the global metal scene, Italian groove metal maestros Dosgamos proudly announce their blistering new single, ‘On Day Seven He Regretted’, out now. Serving as the title track from their forthcoming album, slated for release on March 14, 2025, via WormHoleDeath Records, the song delves into the existential weight of creation, challenging the morality of birthing a flawed humanity.

A striking and thought-provoking track, “On Day Seven He Regretted” pairs pummeling riffs and intricate rhythms with lyrical themes of existential dread and disillusionment. The song serves as a philosophical exploration of creation, morality, and the human condition, inviting listeners to reflect on their own place within a flawed existence. With a relentless groove metal foundation and powerful vocals, the track channels raw frustration and despair, evoking a sense of cyclical struggle and chaos.

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The album “On Day Seven He Regretted” marks a bold evolution for Dosgamos, building upon the foundation laid by their 2022 release, Wrapped Renaissance. This new track is a testament to the band’s growth and artistic ambition, with Vinnie (guitar) and Elia (drums) taking full control of the songwriting. Their collective vision has resulted in a more powerful and cohesive sound that blends complex rhythms and harmonic depth, enriched by the band’s unique blend of influences.

Drawing from the heavy hitters of the metal world like Decapitated, Meshuggah, and Destrage, and incorporating jazz-rock elements inspired by icons like Miles Davis and Snarky Puppy, Dosgamos has created an unmistakable sonic identity. Michele’s vocals—infused with the spirit of Corey Taylor and Phil Anselmo—add further emotional weight to the track, elevating its intensity and lyrical complexity. Milarevan’s striking album artwork visually complements the themes of disillusionment and the search for truth that run through the album, while Alessandro’s guitar contributions and the expert mixing by Ronnie Björnström round out the album’s innovative sound.

Formed in 2018, Dosgamos has been carving out a unique niche in the metal landscape, blending powerful grooves with intricate melodies. The band features Michele Altavilla’s dynamic vocals, along with drummer Gorath (Stormcrow), bassist Giulio Garibaldi, and guitarist Vinnie (Injury). Following the pandemic, they completed their debut album, “Wrapped Renaissance,” which was recorded in late 2021 and released in 2022.

Since then, Dosgamos has been relentlessly promoting their debut with electrifying live performances across East Europe. This includes a successful tour through the Czech Republic, Romania, Hungary, England, Wales, and Albania. The addition of drummer Elia Dutto and guitarist Alessandro Parola has only strengthened their live presence, culminating in a powerful debut at a festival in Prague.

Teutonic thrash trio WARFIELD drop second Single “Soul Conqueror” + Official Music Video – Watch It Now

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Prepare for “Soul Conqueror”, the speed-driven new single from WARFIELD, taken from their Napalm Records debut, With The Old Breed, out on April 4, 2025! The track’s unsettling,  eerie atmosphere is energized by explosive Teutonic thrash fury. Lyrically,  “Soul Conqueror” dives into haunted memories with brutal imagery, exploring the aftermath of battle, where departed souls wander for eternity. 
 
Get ready for a journey through the afterlife and beyond.
 
WARFIELD on “Soul Conqueror”:
“The song ‘Soul Conqueror’ brings to life the horrors of American psychological warfare during the Vietnam War. The voices of restlessly wandering Vietnamese ancestral spirits were broadcast over loudspeakers above the jungle, intended to persuade locals to surrender. In our release, the ‘Operation Wandering Soul’ takes on a musical form – uncompromising, atmospheric, and haunting.”
Watch the official music video for “Soul Conqueror” HERE:

WARFIELD about the album:
“Our new album With The Old Breed embodies everything we stand for as a band: Brutal, honest old-school thrash with emotion, rage and lots of energy. Sound-wise and musically evolved from the debut album, we delve even deeper into the inner human life and the harsh reality of war. Our goal is to bring out the different layers of despair, manipulation, but also camaraderie and express it all through musical heaviness. So if you call the mosh pit your home and feel like letting it all out, then give With The Old Breed a listen!”
 
With their latest record, WARFIELD explores the unembellished and emotional depiction of societal, historical, social and internal wars – expressing criticism of the bitter part of reality. Songs like “Appetitive Aggression” dive deep into the primal instinct of humanity with light-speed riffs and relentless energy. It’s time for new thrash metal legends from Germany to arise, bonded by blood with the heroes from the past. Battle awaits…

The German trio WARFIELD are poised to begin their next assault, charging into battle with the release of their forthcoming album. Since their formation in 2012, they’ve dedicated themselves to the music of their idols like Tom Angelripper, Jeff Hanneman, and Dave Lombardo, unleashing brutal shredding riffs and lightning-fast beats with powerful precision. WARFIELD has already shared the stage with heavyweights like Bay Area thrash legends Exodus, captivating audiences with their electrifying live performances.
 

With The Old Breed tracklisting:
1. Melting Mass
2. Appetitive Aggression
3. Soul Conqueror
4. Fragmentation
5. Lament Of The White Realm
6. Tie The Rope
7. Inhibition Atrophy
8. Dogs For Defense
9. GASP
10. With The Old Breed

AVANTASIA Unveil Third New Single “The Witch” feat. Tommy Karevik (Kamelot)

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Leading rock and metal band AVANTASIA have unveiled the third new single from their highly anticipated 10th studio album, Here Be Dragons, entitled “The Witch”! The powerful new anthem features guest vocals from Kamelot singer Tommy Karevik and cinematic dark soundscapes that perfectly support the storyline. “The Witch” arrives with a spellbinding official music video, enhancing the mysterious, ghostly atmosphere of the song and truly mesmerizing the listener.
 
Tobias Sammet on “The Witch”:
“’The Witch’ is a dark and enchanting song that carries many traditional Avantasia trademarks, and yet it has a sinister and magical mood that I think is somehow new in the world of Avantasia, while it perfectly blends with the rest of the album. Tommy Karevik of Kamelot did a wonderful job on this one and I can’t wait to sing this song with Tommy on our forthcoming tour. We’ll bring the great stage setting to turn the stage into the ghost infested old castle resembling the ancient building which we shot the stunning video clip for the track at. It’s a beautiful track, powerful, anthemic, melodic and full of eerie little details. I am extremely proud of the song and the whole album.”
Check Out the Official Video for “The Witch” HERE
Having previously topped the charts in Germany, reached gold sales status and garnered hundreds of millions of streams, AVANTASIA has also built a reputation as a stellar live act, headlining all important metal festivals and playing for tens of thousands of devoted fans at sold-out worldwide arena tours. AVANTASIA’s next quickly-selling arena tour is kicking off in just over a month, featuring the band’s biggest and most epic production to date. Grab your tickets before it is too late, pre-order your version of Here Be Dragons now and watch the music video for “The Witch” below!

[Photo credit: Kevin Nixon]

“Skies Turn To Graves,” The New Single from FLESHSPOIL, Out Now!

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Troy (NY) – “Skies Turn To Graves,” the second single from forthcoming FLESHSPOIL debut album, The Beginning of the End, is out now and streaming on Bandcamp! Get hammered at the following link:

fleshspoilofficial.bandcamp.com/track/skies-turn-to-graves

A new force in Blackened Death Metal has emerged to lay waste to 2025! FLESHSPOIL, featuring veteran players from Arsis, The Final Sleep, and Illucinus, will release full-length debut album, The Beginning of the End, March 28 on digital format!

Fans of classic death, black, and doom metal take note! FLESHSPOIL delivers a haunting and aggressive soundscape, and features a lineup of seasoned musicians: Jeff Andrews (guitar/vocals), a veteran of New York’s metal scene, known for his work with The Final Sleep, Armor Column, Hush, Ironweed, Scavengers, and Held Under. Mike Van Dyne (drums), known for his role in Arsis, where he played on acclaimed releases such as A Celebration of Guilt and A Diamond for Disease, and toured globally alongside heavyweights like Behemoth, Arch Enemy, Exodus, Cynic, Dying Fetus, Grave, Necrophagist, Napalm Death, and Six Feet Under. Dan Saltzman (bass), hailing from the Bay Area, whose impressive work has been showcased in Illucinus and The Hunt, as well as recent demonstration videos for ESP bass guitars.

Produced and mixed by Brett Portzer (Skinless, Author & Punisher, Arsis), The Beginning of the End consists of six tracks clocking in at 37 minutes. It is the creative vision of Andrews and Van Dyne, who recorded two albums and performed together alongside such notable bands as At The Gates, Wolves In The Throne Room, Sanctuary, Rivers of Nihil, Fates Warning, All That Remains, and many others with their previous band, The Final Sleep. The Beginning of the End additionally includes guest appearances by Kyle Chapman (Aethereus, Blighted Eye), John Judson (Rwake, Scott Kelly), and Petr Oplatka (Illucinus).

Pre-order The Beginning of the End:

fleshspoilofficial.bandcamp.com/album/the-beginning-of-the-end

Track Listing:

1. Bleed Through This Life

2. Skies Turn To Graves

3. Fleshspoil

4. Walking Dead

5. A Frail Demise

6. Born Into Despair