Indianapolis-based stoner doom luminaries Void King return with their latest sonic monolith, “A Union of Expired Souls,” the first single from their upcoming full-length album, “The Hidden Hymnal – Chapter II,” set for release on April 25th via Argonauta Records. The album will be available in CD, Deluxe Color Vinyl and Digital formats.

After a decade of forging their name in the heavy underground, Void King continues their cosmic pilgrimage, crafting soundscapes that transcend the boundaries of stoner rock and doom metal. This next chapter in their discography follows up the 2023 release of “The Hidden Hymnal”, complementing its themes with a deeply cohesive and immersive listening experience.

“A Union of Expired Souls” exemplifies the band’s signature blend of massive riffs, ethereal melodies, and evocative storytelling, channelling raw emotion and otherworldly energy through the commanding presence of Jason Kindred (vocals), Tommy Miller (guitar), Chris Carroll (bass), and Derek Felix (drums). The track, clocking in at 9 minutes and 33 seconds, is a journey through atmospheric doom and dynamic intensity, setting the stage for what promises to be Void King’s most profound and expansive release yet.

Speaking on the new album, Void King shares:
“This new batch of songs is not a departure for us, but an evolution. The songs are cohesive and share an origin story. Each one of them has its own universe, as well as a symbiotic relationship with the others. We are excited for people to experience this album in its entirety—it should be consumed from start to finish for maximum impact.”

“The Hidden Hymnal – Chapter II” Tracklist:
The Birth of All Things (8:48)
A Union of Expired Souls (9:33)
Prologue (2:00)
Attrition (5:07)
Convalescence (7:44)
Expiration (6:58)
Epilogue (1:09)

In addition to this monumental release, Void King is preparing for a series of live performances this summer. Fans can expect nothing short of a transcendental experience, where the air vibrates with primal energy, the volume compels, and the faithful gather for communion in heavy sound.

Prepare for the arrival of “The Hidden Hymnal – Chapter II” on April 25th, a record designed to be felt as much as it is heard.

Hailing from the blackest heart of the Midlands, UK-based heavy rock/doom/sludge metal trio MASTER CHARGER return with a brand-new single and music video, “Mass Produced, Mass Destroyed,” giving fans another explosive taste of their forthcoming album, “Posthumous Resurrection”!

Watch the video here:

Set for release on May 2, 2025, via Octopus Rising / Argonauta Records, “Posthumous Resurrection” will be available in CD and digital streaming formats. This record marks a new milestone for the band, solidifying their signature blend of blues-infused, groove-heavy, doom-laden rock ‘n’ roll sludge, often described as a “SATANIC BLUES RUMBLE.”

Tracklist:

1. Thy Kingdom Polluted
2. Only My Eyes See, Empires Rust
3. Posthumous Resurrection
4. Fallen Angel, Painted Doll
5. When Hell Rode In
6. Head into the Sun
7. The Awakening
8. Mass Produced, Mass Destroyed
9. Upon Roads Less Travelled

Formed in 2006, MASTER CHARGER have carved a distinctive path in the underground heavy scene, refining their sound across previous releases, including “Unity in Black” (2011), “Eroding Empires” (2016), and “Origin of the Lugubrious” (2020). Their crushing live performances have seen them share the stage with acts such as Monolord, Orange Goblin, Black Rainbows, Conan, Raging Speedhorn, Fireball Ministry, Dead Witches, Overkill, Alunah and Paradise Lost, along with appearances at major festivals like HRH Doom vs Stoner, HRH Metal Chapter III and Hammerfest XI.

Drawing influence from the titans of heavy music, including Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Motörhead, Slayer, Venom, Celtic Frost, Black Flag, Trouble, Saint Vitus and Pentagram, MASTER CHARGER deliver a relentless fusion of vintage doom, raw sludge, and unfiltered rock energy.

With “Mass Produced, Mass Destroyed”, the band sets the stage for the impending release of “Posthumous Resurrection,” promising an unrelenting sonic assault that will leave no stone unturned. Stay tuned for more updates and prepare to witness the next chapter of MASTER CHARGER’s unstoppable rise!

For the second time, Stuttgart, Germany-based FRONT ROW WARRIORS are taking up the cudgels for their very own melodic metal on their new album “Running Out Of Time”, that has just been announced for a release on July 11, 2025 via ROAR! Coming on CD, Vinyl and Digital formats, the album pre-sale has just started at https://frontrowwarriors.rpm.link/rootalbumPR 

Founded in 2019, the melodic metal band has already caused quite a stir in 2023 with their debut “Wheel Of Fortune” and was showered with praise by critics. The German Rock and Pop Musicians Association even named the debut album „Hard Rock Album of the Year 2023“. The 80s hard rock, with a pinch of AOR and melodic metal from the 90s, went down fantastically straight away, which is not only due to singer Elkie Gee, who has a remarkable range and stands out from the crowd with her vocal color.

Today, FRONT ROW WARRIORS enthrall fans and listeners with a first single from their forthcoming offering, the album opening track “Turn The Tide”! 

The band comments:
“Conspirators and false prophets, brainwashing through fake news and an
insane arms race paint a bleak picture of the future. While some cowardly look away and resign themselves, others try to make a profit and pay homage to the infantile rulers of this world.  Shouldn’t we finally face the truth with courage? We can still turn the tide, we owe it to our daughters and sons!”

The music video for “Turn The Tide” is now premiering:

All of the band members in FRONT ROW WARRIORS are no strangers in the scene. Sorin Badin and Stef Binnig-Gollub on guitars are former musicians from Samsara and Septagon, while Richie Seibel, who is also a member of Ivanhoe and Them, plays the keys. The bass is played by Timo Michels (ex-Pump) and the drums by Jay G. (ex-Sharon). The band played a number of concerts and festivals in 2024 and performed on stage with the likes of Treat, Vicious Rumors, Riot V, Victory, Axxis and Shakra. Since March 2024, guitarist Dominik Barth (ex-Illusoria) has replaced Sorin Badin, who had to step back for family reasons, but has been working in the background on the studio and fine-tuning the songs.
 
Their new album “Running Out Of Time”, once again with none other than Achim Köhler (Primal Fear, Brainstorm a.o.) at the controls and co-produced by Michael Bormann, features some real bangers and impressively proves that the band also feels at home in metal. Lovers of delicate guitar and keyboard work as well as melodic hooks will get their money‘s worth, as will fans of the heavier genre. FRONT ROW WARRIORS once again skilfully play with the genres to produce a colorful bouquet of fabulous songs with guaranteed catchy tunes and surprising moments!
 
The band states: “Running Out Of Time” was created during a time when we were on the road a lot, soaking up this energy and packing it into our new songs. This has made our music a little harder, but we‘ve definitely stayed true to ourselves when it comes to catchy choruses and can‘t wait to present our new songs and bring them to the stage.”