Photo Credit: Jacek Jaca Wisniewsky

Polish icons PATRIARKH (formerly Batushka) have announced the release of their new concept album, ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ (Lat. PROROK ILJA), a masterpiece of arcane black metal, out 3rd January 2025 via Napalm Records.

Their label debut unveils eight new compositions and immerses the listener in the true story of Eliasz Klimowicz, the titular Prophet Ilja, set in the 1930s and 40s. Following the success of their critically acclaimed album, Hospodi (2019), and relentless touring around the globe, the new band looks towards a bright future. Firmly grounded in Eastern Orthodox traditions and music, PATRIARKH blends black and doom metal with haunting, dark religious concepts. 

PATRIARKH have also unveiled their first single, 'ВЕРШАЛИН III' (Lat.  'WIERSZALIN III'), accompanied by a visually striking official music video, capturing an Orthodox mass. 'ВЕРШАЛИН III' showcases the band's signature blend of Orthodox sacredness with melodic folk instruments, infused with towering doom metal elements in which harsh vocals unite with rising choirs (featuring A. Strug & M. Maleńczuk). This crushing, colossal-sounding blend creates an instantly distinctive sonic experience. 

Watch the 'ВЕРШАЛИН III' video here: https://youtu.be/07j-PokQwLo

Pre-order ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ here: https://lnk.to/PATRIARKH-PROPHET-ILJA/napalmrecords

PATRIARKH comment on the new single 'ВЕРШАЛИН III': “‘WIERSZALIN III’ is the first single that announces our new release PROROK ILJA (Lat.) and it probably best reflects the diversity and musical multidimensionality of this album. Just as the titular Prophet Ilja built New Jerusalem in Podlasie, we are building our new identity and showing our new musical face. Listen and share your impressions…“

PATRIARKH are currently on their Epic Prophecy For Europe tour in the UK, catch them on the following dates:

15.10.24 NI - Belfast / Limelight 2
17.10.24 UK - Glasgow / Slay
18.10.24 UK - Sheffield / Corporation
19.10.24 UK - Birmingham – Castle And Falcon
20.10.24 UK - London / Underworld
21.10.24 UK - Milton Keynes – Craufurd Arms
22.10.24 NL - Eindhoven / Dynamo
23.10.24 NL - Zwolle / Hedon

ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ details a true story that happened in the band’s home area of Podlasie, in the village of Grzybowszczyzna, in the 1930s and 40s. The album takes the listener into the world of Eliasz Klimowicz, the titular Prophet Ilja, an illiterate peasant who was the leader of the Orthodox Grzybowska Sect, active until the 1960s, cultivating and transmitting the history of the self-proclaimed prophet. PATRIARKH spread their gospel by using an arsenal of folk instruments, such as tagelharpa, mandolin, mandocello, hurdy gurdy and stringed dulcimer, and worked with a symphony orchestra and choirs to give their new creations the most organic and vivid feeling possible. As is trademark with PATRIARKH’s music, Orthodox sacredness is mixed with black and doom metal, now largely enriched with folk music, neo dark folk, and even film music. The band utilizes the entire palette of Orthodox music, venturing into the areas of Byzantine monody, liturgical chant and Russian polyphony, neatly adapting folk and liturgical melodies to their own style. 
                 
PATRIARKH comment on the new album: “With this new release, we are starting a new chapter in our history - not only is our name changing, but our music is also undergoing a natural evolution. The story on the album encouraged us to get out of our comfort zone, we reached for means that we had not used before in our music. Many of you will wonder if this is still black metal? Or is it even metal? Radio play, audiobook, theatre, film soundtrack, folk music, performance... All these terms will fit here. Some will hate, others will love...”
 
The lyrical side of ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ is an interesting mix of theatre and pastoralism. PATRIARKH uses fragments of texts from the theatre play Prorok Ilja and draws from the messages contained in the works of Włodzimierz Pawluczuk, combining it with folk and liturgical texts. On ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ, listeners can hear various languages – and Polish for the first time ever.

The album was recorded in January and May 2024 at Tall Pine Records (Behemoth, Zalewski, Afromental), Heinrich House (Behemoth, Vesania, Hate), Wem Studio (Kasa Chorych, Lukasyno, Cira) and Radio Białystok studio. Mixing and mastering was handled by Wojciech Wiesławski at Hertz Studi"Варфоломейo (Vader, Behemoth, Decapitated), and production was helmed by band mastermind and leading vocalist Bartłomiej "ВАРФОЛОМИЕЙ" Krysiuk.

“ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ is an album full of emotions, sentimentalism and folklore. It’s pastoral, lyrical, epic, multidimensional and multicolored, just like my Podlasie is multicolored,” says Варфоломей. Dive into the deepest of all shadows with this black metal masterpiece and join PATRIARKH on this intriguing ride.

PATRIAKH are:
ВАРФОЛОМИЕЙ – vocals
МОНАХ ТАРЛАХАН – guitars
МОНАХ БОРУТА – guitars
АРХАНГЕЛ МИХАИЛ – guitars
ЛЕХ – drums
ХИАЦЫНТОС ЯЦА - choir
ЯЗЫЧНИК – choir

PATRIARKH online: 
WEBSITE
FACEBOOK
INSTAGRAM
NAPALM RECORDS

ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ track list:

1. WIERSZALIN I (Lat.) - ВЕРШАЛИН I (Cyrillic)
2. WIERSZALIN II (Lat.) - ВЕРШАЛИН II (Cyrillic)
3. WIERSZALIN III (Lat.) - ВЕРШАЛИН III (Cyrillic)
4. WIERSZALIN IV (Lat.) - ВЕРШАЛИН IV (Cyrillic)
5. WIERSZALIN V (Lat.) - ВЕРШАЛИН V (Cyrillic)
6. WIERSZALIN VI (Lat.) - ВЕРШАЛИН VI (Cyrillic)
7. WIERSZALIN VII (Lat.) - ВЕРШАЛИН VII (Cyrillic)
8. WIERSZALIN VIII (Lat.) - ВЕРШАЛИН VIII (Cyrillic)

Germany tech-death metallers Burn Down Eden have released their third single, 'Tears of Persephone', taken from forthcoming EP, Epiphany, set for release 6th December via Seek & Strike. This is the successor to their Dismal EP, which was released earlier this year.

Check out the 'Tears of Persephone' video here: https://youtu.be/6tWXVLBHGBw

Burn Down Eden state: "'Tears of Persephone' is a renarration from Greek mythology. It tells the story of the kidnapping of fertility goddess Persephone by Hades into the underworld from her perspective. Hades fell in love with Persephone, stole her and married her against her will. As a consequence, she had to spend the rest of her life in the underworld. Her mother Demeter started searching for her and after some minor setbacks, she finally understood what was going on. Out of pure rage, she started to burn all plants and threatened to destroy the human race. Hades released Persephone thereupon, but gave her something to eat as a goodbye gift. Unfortunately, Persephone ran into an ambush since the food bound her to the underworld. From then on, she had to return to the underworld for some months of the year and every time she did, nothing would grow on planet earth until she came back. So, this myth explains why we have seasons, but from a modern perspective you can also use this myth as a parable for forced marriages.

"The music and video supplements all that and shows Demeter's search for Persephone until she finally finds her in Hades. Well, we bend the truth a little bit here, since Demeter is played by Pether. However, the mood from walking through corn fields, climbing mountains and finally making it to the underworld shines through. The three-four time is the base for all the melodies and harmonies that gives the song a very sad feeling. Listening to the chorus, you can really feel Persephone's pain.

"As a band we usually go full throttle with high tempo and technical song writing. But with 'Tears of Persephone' we show that heavy and feeling can be a nice combination." 

Known for their explosive fusion of brutality, melodic harmony, technical prowess, and lyrical depth, Burn Down Eden's music serves as a stark mirror, reflecting the darker aspects of humanity and challenging listeners to confront the uncomfortable truths we create.

Now the band are poised to celebrate a remarkable milestone: their 10th anniversary in 2024. In honour of this significant occasion, they are set to unveil their highly anticipated new LP, Dismal Epiphany, in 2025. This ambitious project is thoughtfully divided into two parts. The first segment, titled Dismal, an EP released earlier this year in April, which features captivating videos for the first five tracks, showcasing the band's evolution and artistic vision.

The excitement continues now with this second part, Epiphany EP, which kicked off in August 2024, with the release of the evocative single 'Epistrophy' and follow up, 'Fake News For Breakfast'. As Burn Down Eden reflect on a decade of artistic growth and innovation, the anticipation builds: will this new release propel them to even greater heights?

Burn Down Eden add: "With the Epiphany EP, we pick up right where we left off with the Dismal EP released earlier this year. The technical and musical level is higher than ever. Epiphany has the same overall dark vibe as Dismal, but with a slightly brighter touch to it, which is why these specific five songs were chosen to be on this second EP. Together, the two EPs result in the desired full-length album.

“Once Epiphany drops in full on Dec 6th, you’ll finally be able to listen to it as a full-length album, which was the way we originally envisioned. It feels like one thrilling flow from start to finish or you can listen to both EPs back to back. It doesn’t matter! In the end, what you’re having is a cauldron full of technical death metal riffs, neoclassical shredding, exotic scales, clever harmonies, groovy headbangers, lethal high-speed blasts and atmospheric counterpoint black metal layers, garnished with lyrics that show the ugly face of humanity. That’s what Burn Down Eden is all about!"

Burn Down Eden online:
https://burndowneden.de
https://www.facebook.com/burndowneden
https://www.instagram.com/burndowneden_official

Epiphany tracklist:

1. Epistrophy
2. Fake News For Breakfast
3. Tears Of Persephone
4. Burn Down Eden
5. Suckbox

Photo Credit: Nick Fancher

Modern rock powerhouse Pop Evil have shared their cinematic music video for their recently released track 'What Remains', via MNRK Heavy. In the video, viewers will plunge into the dark, fragmented landscape of singer Leigh Kakaty's psyche, unraveling the thin line between self-identity and survival.

Watch the official music video, directed by Sam Shapiro, here: https://youtu.be/rJTzUO58xI4
 
Stream here: https://popevil.ffm.to/whatremainssingle

"The truest version of yourself comes from reaching within the darkest corners that you've kept hidden from the world," explains Kakaty. "It's in those shadows that you'll uncover the reasons for your transformation. I have evolved into something new. I am not who I used to be. I am what remains."

It's the dawn of a new era for Pop Evil, which the band promises will be its most sonically heavy. The track, with its thunderous riffs and rhythmic thrust, fulfills that promise. 

Pop Evil first rose to international prominence with debut album Lipstick on the Mirror, featuring RIAA Certified Gold Single '100 in a 55'. After Kakaty famously tore up the band's major label contract onstage, Pop Evil signed with MNRK Heavy (formerly eOne Music). 2011's War of Angels debuted in the Top 10 of the Rock Albums chart and produced three Top 10 singles.

The band's 2013 album Onyx put them in the Top 40 of the Billboard 200 for the first time and boasted three consecutive No.1 rock songs, two RIAA Gold Singles, and one Platinum Single 'Torn to Pieces'. Pop Evil's next release, Up, was the No.1 Independent Album in America and made it to #25 on the Billboard 200. It featured several Top 5 rock songs and a chart-topper with 'Footsteps,' which also went Gold. 
 
Pop Evil's 2018 self-titled set included the No.1 hit and newly certified Gold single 'Waking Lions' and two other Top 10 hits. 2020's Versatile, meanwhile, scored two No.1 rock songs: 'Breathe Again' and 'Survivor'. In 2023, the band released its seventh studio album Skeletons, which spawned their eighth and ninth No.1 singles: 'Eye of the Storm' and 'Skeletons'.

Pop Evil online:
www.popevil.com
www.facebook.com/popevil
www.twitter.com/popevil
www.instagram.com/popevil

Photo Credit: Mrs.CONTRAst

After the release of their fourth full-length record Nuklearth in 2020, the nuclear quintet Cytotoxin strikes back with their first standalone single 'Hope Terminator'. The band continue their blast of a musical and lyrical concept, tackling the catastrophic incident at the Chernobyl power plant in 1986.

Watch 'Hope Terminator' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfQy8L4eAMI

Listen to 'Hope Terminor' here: https://cytotoxin.bfan.link/hope-terminator

With blazing, precise, and ionizing fast instrumental work paired with a groove that packs a punch, 'Hope Terminator' narrates the dramatic tale of Pripyat’s evacuation. After the reactor exploded, the city’s residents were exposed to abnormal levels of radioactive radiation for 36 hours before authorities finally decided to evacuate within just four hours. Since then, Pripyat has remained a ghost town, a chilling reminder of the past.

On the night of April 26, 1986, an explosion at the Chernobyl power plant changed the course of the world.

Inspired by this catastrophe, the German death metal band Cytotoxin emerged in 2010, bringing a new level of intensity to the genre. By fusing technical and brutal riffs while thematizing the devastating effects of the reactor disaster, they quickly drew attention in the scene. Their debut album, Plutonium Heaven (2011), was a self-produced powerhouse, followed by their second record, Radiophobia (2012), which secured them a three-album deal with American label Unique Leader Records.

Cytotoxin quickly gained a reputation for their explosive live performances and razor-sharp precision on their instruments. Their third album, Gammageddon (2017), solidified their place in the tech death community, while their fourth album, Nuklearth (2020), showcased their versatility and songwriting capabilities. Following numerous European tours and major festival shows, Cytotoxin are set to make their U.S. and Canadian debut in November 2024 with their new single 'Hope Terminator' in hand.

Keep your gas mask ready, as the radiation spreads across the globe.

Cytotoxin USA tour dates
+Cognitive, NecroticGoreBeast, Inoculation
08/11/24 Philadelphia, PA: Milkboy
09/11/24 Brooklyn, NY: Kingsland
10/11/24 Boston, MA: Middle East Upstairs
11/11/24 Montreal, QC: Foufounes Électriques
12/11/24 Toronto, ON: Hard Luck
13/11/24 Detroit, MI: Sanctuary
14/11/24 Chicago, IL: Reggie's
15/11/24 Lawrence, KS: Bottleneck
16/11/24 Denver, CO: Roxy Theater
17/11/24 Albuquerque, NM: Launchpad
19/11/24 Austin, TX: Come And Take It Live
20/11/24 Dallas, TX: RBC
21/11/24 Houston, TX: Scout Bar
22/11/24 Pensacola, FL: The Handlebar
23/11/24 Orlando, FL: Conduit
24/11/24 Atlanta, GA: Masquerade Altar
25/11/24 Charlotte, NC: Milestone
26/11/24 Baltimore, MD: Metro Gallery

Cytotoxin EU/UK dates: 
07/12/24 Crailsheim, DE
10/04/25 Berlin, DE
11/04/25 Magdeburg, DE
12/04/25 Chemnitz, DE
13/04/25 Hamburg, DE
14/04/25 Hannover, DE
15/04/25 Essen, DE
16/04/25 Chaleroi, BE
17/04/25 Paris, FR
18/04/25 Strasbourg, FR
19/04/25 Aalen, DE
20/04/25 Lindau, DE
21/04/25 Weinheim, DE
24/05/25 Grind After Death Fest Manchester, UK
 
Cytotoxin are:
Vocals - Sebastian „Grimo“ Grihm
Guitar - Fabrice „Fonzo“ Töpfer
Guitar - Jason „Mathias“ Melidonie
Bass - Vitalis „V.T.“ Kast
Drums - Maximilian Panzer

For more information:
https://www.facebook.com/Cytotoxinmetal
https://www.instagram.com/cytotoxin.official/
https://www.youtube.com/@CYTOTOXINOFFICIAL
https://www.tiktok.com/@cytotoxin.official
https://t.me/CYTOTOXINOFFICIAL

Photo Credit: Oli Duncanson

TheCityIsOurs have released their new single 'Freak Like You' via Arising Empire. 

Watch: https://youtu.be/5FLtsHg7nVE

An electrifying anthem about embracing individuality and defying societal norms - with gritty soundscapes and raw, powerful lyrics, 'Freak Like You' resonates with anyone who's felt out of place, offering a message of unapologetic self-acceptance.

'Freak Like You' continues the band's exploration of personal struggles, and delivers a bold statement of empowerment.

'Freak Like You' comes ahead of TheCityIsOurs highly-anticipated album Will You Still Love Me?, set for 31st January 2025.

Pre-orders are now available here: https://arisingempire.com/willyoustillloveme

TheCityIsOurs are a five-piece metal band from London who have quickly garnered attention and growing support for peers, industry and fans alike, with their high-octane live show and the success of their second album. Coma (2021) smashed into the Top 5 iTunes Metal Charts with several singles appearing in editorial playlists with the likes of Amazon Music, Deezer and Spotify (including two covers on New Core and Metal UK) supporting the band.

TheCityIsOurs have become a upcoming staple on UK and EU festival line-ups, with appearances at Camden Rocks, Macmillan Fest, Burn It Down, Holloween, a fly in appearance at High 5 Festival in Sweden, and a headline set in the Doghouse Tent at the revered Download Festival to a 4000+ audience of festival-goers. After a sold-out album release show at The Underworld in London, 2022 saw TheCityIsOurs break out into the European scene, with a full-length tour across the mainland. Most recently, the band toured across the UK supporting Heart Of A Coward. 

Catch TheCityIsOurs live on the following dates with Self Deception and Eyes Wide Open:

01.11.24 Germany Stuttgart @ Core Fest
03.11.24 Germany Vechta @ Gulfhaus
04.11.24 The Netherlands Utrecht @ De Helling
05.11.24 Germany Cologne @ Club Volta
06.11.24 France Paris @ Backstage By The Mill
07.11.24 Belgium Antwerp @ Kavka
08.11.24 Germany Berlin @ Privatclub

15.12.24 Czech Republic Prague @ Rock Café
16.12.24 Poland Warsaw @ Voodoo Club
17.12.24 Hungary Budapest @ Durer Kert
18.11.24 Austria Vienna @ Chelsea
 
02.02.25 Germany Augsburg @ Kantine
04.02.25 Germany Leipzig @ Neues Schauspiel
05.02.25 Germany Hannover @ Béi Chéz Heinz
09.02.25 Italy Milan @ Legend Club
  
05.03.25 UK Manchester @ Academy 3
06.03.25 UK Bristol @ The Exchange
07.03.25 UK London @ The Underworld
08.03.25 UK Birmingham @ Asylum
09.03.25 UK Glasgow @ Garage 2

TheCityIsOurs are:
Oli Duncanson | Vocals
Mikey Page  | Vocals / Guitar
Jamie Deeks  | Bass
Stuart Mercer  | Guitar
Louis Giannamore | Drums

More info:
https://www.instagram.com/thecityisoursuk
https://www.facebook.com/thecityisoursuk
https://www.tiktok.com/@thecityisoursuk
https://twitter.com/thecityisoursuk
https://thecityisours.bigcartel.com/

Tracklist:
1. Shame
2. In The Dark
3. Hot Mess
4. Sugar
5. Dopamine
6. Freak Like You
7. Work It Out (If You Let Me)
8. Hush! Hush!
9. Psycho
10. I See You
11. Can You Feel It?

Photo Credit: Stefan Heilemann 

'Melissa's clean vocals sound better than ever' - Metal Hammer

Swiss/German modern metal frontrunners, Ad Infinitum, release new single 'Follow me Down', taken from the upcoming album Abyss, out tomorrow, 11th October 2024 via Napalm Records. The track showcases gripping riffs that highlight the band's technical prowess and memorable refrains. Founded in 2018,  Ad Infinitum have released three acclaimed studio albums, building a dedicated fanbase with their expansive and bombastic songwriting. On Abyss,  Ad Infinitum take their sound to to the next level, evolving into one of the most exciting new modern metal bands. 

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/PwJv6zkI4Es

Pre-order the album here: https://lnk.to/AdInfinitum-Abyss/napalmrecords

Ad Infinitum’s frontwoman Melissa Bonny is consistently drawn to exciting musical collaborations, demonstrating her matchless talent as featured guest for bands like Kamelot, Feerschwanz and dArtagnan. Right after the release of Abyss, Ad Infinitum will support Kamelot on tour together with Frozen Crown and Blackbriar. In early 2025 the band will embark on another European tour alongside folk metal pioneers Eluveitie and labelmates Infected Rain.

 Ad Infinitum comment on 'Follow me Down': “Abyss is just around the corner, and we’ve got one more treat before the big day, which we are excited to share: ‘Follow me Down’ – an energetic song that will have its debut on stage tomorrow!”

On the new album Abyss, gripping, rhythmic riffs, infectious choruses, heavy breakdowns and singer Melissa Bonny’s inimitable and increasingly versatile vocal approach present the band at the very top of their game - proving that these hard-working, ever-rising stars never fail in surprising their fans and critics alike. 
 
The band comment on the new album: “Welcome to a new page of the Ad Infinitum story, where a new era begins. A journey connecting three albums, starting in the ominous darkness of Abyss, out on October 11th. The journey will continue through the hope and empowerment found at the Surface, and end in the freeing and energising dreamscapes of Elysium. We are extremely impatient to present this new record, as well as not only the beautiful artworks and videos depicting its universe, but the captivating visual storyline connecting each video to the next. This is our most elaborate, intimate and unapologetic work yet!”

Abyss soars as a modern metal masterpiece. After the opener 'My Halo', the intensity continues with 'Follow me Down', driven by entrancing riffs that solidify the band's technical prowess. 'Aftermath' highlights Ad Infinitum's energetic and experimental side, delivering potent growls and innovative compositions. 'Euphoria' transports listeners to ethereal soundscapes, seamlessly blending genres from catchy pop to visceral alt metal, creating a unique and captivating experience. The mystic 'The one you'll hold on to' follows with its powerful guitar riffs and haunting melodies, leading into the infectious 'Parasite'. This track spotlights Melissa Bonny's remarkable vocal abilities while giving ample space for impressive guitar work. The album culminates with 'Dead End', a gripping, catchy finale that leaves a lasting impression. Abyss is an unmatched, skilled tour de force showcasing Ad Infinitum’s vast creativity and variety of inspirations.
 
With their spellbinding releases, Ad Infinitum have reached millions of fans on streaming and video platforms worldwide, with over 4.2M views for their hit 'Unstoppable' alone. Furthermore, frontwoman Melissa Bonny is consistently drawn to exciting musical collaborations, demonstrating her matchless talent as featured guest for bands like Kamelot, Feuerschwanz and dArtagnan. 2024 has been a landmark year for the four-piece, highlighted by their US tour with symphonic metal masters Kamelot and power metal veterans HammerFall. In early 2025, and following the release of Abyss, they are set to embark on a European tour with folk metal pioneers Eluveitie and label-mates Infected Rain. This latest chapter marks a turn in their ascendant journey, with Abyss promising to leave a lasting impression on the modern metal scene.

Ad Infinitum are:
Melissa Bonny – vocals
Adrian Thessenvitz – guitar
Korbinian Benedict – bass
Niklas Müller – drums
 
Ad Infinitum online:
WEBSITE || FACEBOOK || INSTAGRAM || NAPALM RECORDS

Abyss will be available in the following formats:
1-LP Recycled Colored Vinyl (incl. 12'' Booklet, Slipmat) – ltd. to 300 copies worldwide
1-LP Recycled Black Vinyl
36 page Earbook – ltd. to 300 copies worldwide
1 CD-Digisleeve + Abyss Pendant Bundle – ltd. to 200 copies worldwide
1-CD Digisleeve + T-Shirt Bundle
1-CD Digisleeve
Digital Album
Abyss Pendant
Cover Artwork T-Shirt

Catch the band live: 

Europe & UK – Supporting KAMELOT
w/ Frozen Crown & Blackbriar
11.10.24 NL – Drachten / Poppodium Iduna* - SOLD OUT
12.10.24 NL – Utrecht / Tivoli - SOLD OUT
13.10.24 DE – Munich / Backstage
15.10.24 DE – Berlin / Kesselhaus
17.10.24 SK – Bratislava / Majestic
18.10.24 CZ – Zlin / Rock Cafe
19.10.24 SI – Ljubljana / Kino Siska
20.10.24 IT – Milan / Live Club
22.10.24 ES – Bilbao / Santana 27
23.10.24 ES – Madrid / Riveira
25.10.24 FR – Lyon / La Rayonne
26.10.24 CH – Pratteln / Z7
27.10.24 DE – Oberhausen / Turbinenhalle
29.10.24 DE – Hamburg / Markthalle
30.10.24 DE – Antwerpen / Trix
01.11.24 UK – Wolverhampton / KK‘s
02.11.24 UK – London / Kentish
03.11.24 UK – Manchester / Ritz
* w/ special guest CHARLOTTE WESSELS

AD INFINITUM LIVE 2025
Europe – supporting Eluveitie
w/ INFECTED RAIN
23.01.25: DK, Copenhagen - Amager Bio *
24.01.25: SWE, Gothenburg - Pustervik *
25.01.25: NO, Oslo - Rockefeller Music Hall *
26.01.25: SWE, Stockholm - Klubben Fryshuset *
28.01.25: FI, Helsinki - House Of Culture
29.01.25: FI, Turku - Logomo
30.01.25: FI, Kuopio - Sawohouse Underground
31.01.25: FI, Tampere - Tavara-asema
01.02.25: EST, Tallinn - Helitehas
02.02.25: LV, Riga - Palladium Riga
04.02.25: PL, Krakow - Klub Studio
07.02.25: GR, Thessaloniki - Principal Club Theater
08.02.25: GR, Athens - Gagarin 205
09.02.25: BG, Sofia - Joy Station
11.02.25: SLO, Ljublijana - Kino Siska
13.02.25: AT, Wörgl - Komma VZ
14.02.25: DE, Würzburg - Posthalle
15.02.25: DE, Jena - F-Haus
16.02.25: DE, Hannover - Capitol
* without INFECTED RAIN

Abyss track list:

1    My Halo
2    Follow me Down
3    Outer Space
4    Aftermath
5    Euphoria
6    Surrender
7    Anthem for the Broken
8    The one you'll hold on to
9    Parasite
10  Dead End
11  My Halo (Orchestral Version)*
*Earbook only

Photo Credit: Eivind Hansen

Hailing from Dublin and now based in London, Tayne unveil their electrifying third single, 'In This Trend'. The new track masterfully blends post-punk and industrial elements, creating a powerful dancefloor anthem that is perfectly suited for iconic venues like Berghain, Torture Garden, Club Blood, and Cyberpunk, as well as any metal night around the world. Prepare to be captivated by a sound that pushes boundaries and ignites the night.

Watch the video for 'In This Trend' here: https://youtu.be/VrH3hNTP90U

Stream on all platforms:  https://insidejob.lnk.to/TayneITT 

Matthew Sutton (vocals / bass) explains: “With a post-punk ethos in mind we wanted this song to feel like every pay off was another massive climb. The chorus is almost an anti chorus, it's angular and grinding. 

"This song is a nauseating comparison to having an out of body experience watching yourself on a never ending loop, feeling hopeless and sick. So self-deprecating and always pushing that self-destruct button.”

‘In This Trend’ is the second video in a trilogy leading the visual narrative throughout the music directed by Leif Johnson, a member of London based video collective NEWD.

Sutton adds, “The artwork and music videos leaned into telling a story based on my own fathers conflicts with love. My dad being a family man, married with kids and then realising he was gay, coming out, navigating those tribulations and transforming his life and finding love and acceptance again. The 3 acts of the story were broken into each individual video. The Conflict, The Transformation & The Acceptance / Celebration.  

"In This Trend - 'The Transformation' - Act 2 is a literal and philosophical transformation. Understanding the conflicts in his life and love, my dad made tough decisions to drastically change aspects of it. Being honest and true to himself as well as others carried so much weight and I’m sure it was painful for everyone involved. These necessary steps, although damaging to a life he had, were addressing those conflicts going forward and I think it’s a massive inspiration of just being honest, looking in that mirror and seeing what’s staring back at you.”

‘In This Trend’ showcases the dynamic partnership between Tayne and longtime collaborator Wayne Adams, known for his work with Green Lung and Pet Brick. This track is just one of many exciting collaborations Tayne has embarked on, joining forces with a diverse array of artists including Jesu, Cage Fight, Mastiff, Katie Kim & Poisonous Birds. Additionally, Tayne has shared the stage with influential acts such as HEALTH, Author & Punisher, and Greg Puciato of The Dillinger Escape Plan, further solidifying their presence in the music scene.

Tayne have also recently been announced for ArcTanGent Festival, the most popular British summer festival for math rock, post rock, progressive metal and experimental music alongside Rolo Tomassi, The Melvins, Between The Buried And Me, The Fall of Troy & more.

Catch Tayne live:
Oct 12: UK, Bristol, Strange Brew, Sugar Horse Release Show
Nov 24: UK, London, Victoria - Portals Festival 
Dec 13: UK, Brighton, Dust with El Moono
Dec 14: UK, Kingston, Fighting Cocks with El Moono
Aug 13-16, 2025: UK, Bristol - Arctangent Festival 

Tayne are: 
Matthew Sutton (vocals / bass)
Tom Hancock (guitar)
Paul Traveller (drums)

Tayne online:
https://www.youtube.com/@tayneband
https://www.instagram.com/tayneband
https://x.com/TayneBand
https://www.tiktok.com/@tayneband
https://www.facebook.com/tayneband
http://www.mnrkheavy.com

A stirring and textural sonic wonderland, the brand new single 'LAST DANCE' from Australian Oddworld collective Ocean Grove takes an emotive and compelling turn ahead of the release of their upcoming new album ODDWORLD. 

Stream 'LAST DANCE' here: https://bfan.link/last-dance-16
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/uj28z20WyJc

ODDWORLD is due out on 22nd November via ODDWORLD Records in Australia and SharpTone Records for the rest of the world.

Pre-order ODDWORLD here: https://bfan.link/oddworld

Following on from the nu-metal ferocity of earlier singles 'FLY AWAY' and 'MY DISASTER', and the sleek yet propulsive melodics of 'RAINDROP', 'LAST DANCE' is a raw and riveting anthem, seamlessly balancing the vocal stylings of Dale Tanner and Twiggy Hunter alongside an emphatic performance from drummer and producer Sam Bassal.

“We knew this song was going to be a really important opportunity for storytelling," shares Dale Tanner. "We felt the impact of how powerful the music was before any lyrics were written and this warranted an equally powerful motif. We all sat down in the bunkbeds of the farmhouse we had converted into a home studio, with a setting sun and determination to not leave the room until we had an arrangement of words proportionately epic. 'LAST DANCE' emerged as an apocalyptic symphony of sorts. It grapples with this idea of facing the death moment, whether that be of the planet or a loved one, and how we can be presented with one last opportunity for a loving embrace, and a conscious presence in that confronting reality. It’s the anthem for any listener to find solace and deeper meaning in the inevitable impermanence of everything.”

A collection of songs that captures the band's sonic roots as well as their fierce evolution over the years, ODDWORLD emerges instantly as the definitive Ocean Grove record; one that pays homage to the delectable diversity of 2017's The Rhapsody Tapes while also spanning their entire catalogue and steering into exciting uncharted territory. Produced by Ocean Grove's own Sam Bassal along with creative and performance contributions from studio members Luke Holmes and Running Touch, ODDWORLD is exactly as its title suggests: beautifully chaotic, sonically kaleidoscopic and wholeheartedly one-of-a-kind.

Ocean Grove are the enigma of the heavy music landscape, blending elements of nu metal, hardcore and alternative rock to create a sound that is uniquely their own i.e. Oddworld Music. An eclectic trio of misfits spawning from Melbourne, Australia, Ocean Grove recently announced their signing to SharpTone Records and the launch of their own label, and have risen to prominence in recent years with their dynamic and genre-defying approach to music. Wearing their DIY work ethic on their sleeve, the band have self-produced every release to date, including the upcoming 2024 studio album ODDWORLD.
 

From their 2017 debut album The Rhapsody Tapes, which debuted at #5 on the ARIA charts, through to their sophomore 2020 release Flip Phone Fantasy and 2022’s Up In The Air Forever, both also landing in the ARIA Charts Top 10, Ocean Grove have cultivated resounding acclaim for their groundbreaking craftsmanship and bold experimentation. And since their inception, the group have captivated audiences with their high-energy performances, visually striking aesthetics and infectious melodies, earning them a devoted legion of followers around the globe. Their unforgettable live show has found them in hot demand with tours alongside Limp Bizkit, August Burns Red, Crossfaith, and Don Broco, and appearances at the likes of Download Festival Australia, Good Things Festival and UNIFY Gathering.

Ocean Grove recently supported Polaris on a massive regional Australian tour, and also just wrapped a huge headline run of their own over the weekend, supported by Japan's Paledusk and Sydney's Inertia. The band will next hit the stage at the upcoming Big Pineapple Festival in Woombye, Queensland.

Ocean Grove are:
Dale Tanner (vocals)
Twiggy Hunter (bass/vocals)
Sam Bassal (drums/producer)

For more:
https://oceangrove.tv
https://www.facebook.com/oceangrove
https://www.instagram.com/oceangrove
https://x.com/oceangrove

Tracklisting: 

1. OF FOREVER
2. CELL DIVISION
3. FLY AWAY
4. STUNNER
5. RAINDROP
6. NO OFFENCE DETECTED
7. MY DISASTER
8. LAST DANCE
9. SOWHAT1999
10. OTP (ft New Babylon & Adult Art Club) 

Photo Credit: Susanne Mueller

Southern California punk outfit zebrahead rose up out of the perennial punk proving grounds of Orange County, CA and never looked back. The lively collective continue to show their resilience and punk prowess with their new single 'Sink Like A Stone'. The track is the fourth single from their upcoming EP I, due for release on 13th November.  

Check out 'Sink Like A Stone' here: https://youtu.be/SFoH5Vt93wo

Stream 'Sink Like A Stone' here: https://lnk.to/ZH_SinkLikeAStone

The EP will be available in vinyl format and as part of merch bundles. Pre-order here: https://zebrahead.myshopify.com
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About the new song, vocalist/guitarist Adrian Estrella says: "We’ve gotten so many fans telling us how our music has helped them. The truth is our fans have done the same to us, and we wanted to write a song that reflects that, we are all in this together as one.”

Guitarist Dan Palmer adds: “We worked on this song for weeks, writing and rewriting until it was so catchy that we couldn’t get the chorus out of heads! It was frustrating but damn we’re happy with the catchy results! We hope you are too!”

Refusing to slow down, zebrahead has been playing shows across the globe in between studio sessions. The quintet will release a new song every five weeks, culminating in the release of their I EP on 13th November, the follow-up to the III & II EPs, which were released in 2021 and 2023.

On the I EP expect more of what zebrahead do best, no-holds-barred, fast-paced, heavy-hitting genre-disrupting punk. Since their inception, zebrahead have sold over 2.5 million albums to date, earned a Grammy nomination, and currently has over 650,000 monthly listeners on Spotify.

Bassist Ben Osmundson shares: “Finally, the last EP of the III.II.I. EP series is here. Excited for everyone to be able to listen to them all in a row and realise where our heads have been since Covid and during Covid. Been a trying time for everyone and now it is time for fresh starts. We hope you enjoy them as much as we have making them. See you on tour.” 

Check out zebrahead's recent singles:

'I Have Mixed Drinks About Feelings' here: https://youtu.be/WeCyi7aiWTU
'Pulling Teeth': https://youtu.be/ja3-6Q5fpDo
'Doomsday on the Radio': https://youtu.be/yQG_ryuVzyM

zebrahead have been announced for Slam Dunk Festival 2025. Dates are as follows:

May 24: Hatfield Park (Slam Dunk South)
May 25: Leeds Temple Newsam (Slam Dunk North)

zebrahead are:
Adrian Estrella - vocals
Ali Tabatabaee - rapper
Dan Palmer - guitars
Ben Osmundson - bass
Ed Udhus - drums

zebrahead online:
http://www.zebrahead.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Zebrahead 
https://twitter.com/zebrahead
https://www.instagram.com/zebraheadofficial/
https://www.youtube.com/zebraheadofficial